[ANIME] World Hobby Fair attracts anime fans in Sapporo and Chiba
June 13, 2008 by KNDY · Leave a Comment
Mainichi Daily News reported, “World Hobby Fair 08 Summer,” a free festival packed with fun for anime, manga and game lovers, will take place in Chiba on July 12 and 13 and in Sapporo on July 21.”
“Among over 20 companies exhibiting at the festival are toy makers Bandai and Tomy as well as video game maker Nintendo. A wide variety of events will be held during the festival, such as a special booth for the animation film “Pocket Monsters Diamond Pearl: Giratina and the Sky’s Bouquet Shaymin” (Japanese title) that will be released on July 19, as well as sales of character goods from popular manga series — including “Meitantei Conan” (Detective Conan) and “Zettai Karen Children” (Absolutely Lovely Children). There will also be autograph sessions by famous cartoonists, and hands-on games.”
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