We bring you the latest information as the "Hareza Day 6th Anniversary SUMMER FESTIVAL 2026" (held from July 31st (Fri) to August 2nd (Sun)), planned and managed by Pony Canyon Inc., approaches.
Set in Ikebukuro, a sacred place for anime fans, this event will showcase the charm of music and anime from the special stage "Hare stage" in Naka-Ikebukuro Park. Transcending genre boundaries, a star-studded lineup symbolizing summer in Toshima Ward and Ikebukuro will gather at "Hare stage." New stages have also been confirmed, including a special stage for the hugely popular anime "My Hero Academia" and a stage greeting for the play "Kingdom II -Inheritance-." The three-day timetable will also be released all at once.
Park Plaza will feature a rest area with textile cushions. Also, this year, various facilities and shops in Ikebukuro will be offering special benefits.
We've designated August 3rd as "8 (Ha) 0 (Re) 3 (Za)" = "Hareza Day," and we'll be bringing you three special days where the entire Ikebukuro area comes together in excitement.
Please look forward to "Hareza Day 6th Anniversary SUMMER FESTIVAL 2026," a special summer festival brought together by film, anime, music, and the local community.
Event Overview <br>Name: Hareza Day 6th Anniversary SUMMER FESTIVAL 2026
Date: Friday, July 31, 2026, 15:00 – 19:30 (tentative)
August 1, 2026 (Saturday), 14:30 – 19:15 (tentative)
August 2, 2026 (Sunday), 11:30 AM – 5:00 PM (tentative)
Admission: Free (Admission may be restricted depending on crowd conditions.)
*The content may be changed or canceled depending on weather conditions.
Venue: Naka-Ikebukuro Park, Park Plaza and other surrounding facilities. Organizer: Hareza Ikebukuro Area Management Association (Tokyo Tatemono Co., Ltd. and Sankei Building Co., Ltd.)
Co-sponsored by: Toshima Ward Planning and Management: Pony Canyon Inc., Prime Place Inc. Sponsored by: Ito En Ltd., Audio-Technica Corporation, Daiichikosho Co., Ltd. In cooperation with: Hareza Ikebukuro Area Management Council, TOSHIMA STREET FES Executive Committee, Hakubi Kyoto Kimono Academy Details: https://hareza-ikebukuro.com/event/#post-2416
Development ① "Sprinkling water at Hareza"
Kamen Rider Zets and Gavan Infinity from the movies "Kamen Rider Zets: Farewell Mission" and "Super Space Sheriff Gavan Infinity: The Day the Sun Cried" will appear! Ryutaro Imai (as Kamen Rider Zets/Matsumoto) and Kohei Nagata (as Gavan Infinity/Reiji Dojo) will participate in "Hareza de Uchimizu"!
Toshima Ward Mayor Miyuki Takagiwa, along with Ryutaro Imai and Kohei Nagata, will make their appearance aboard the bright red electric bus IKEBUS, which tours the streets of Ikebukuro! The opening declaration of the event and a water-sprinkling event to commemorate the opening will be held by office workers at Hareza Ikebukuro and members of the Hareza Ikebukuro Area Management Council. Following that, there will be special stages for the movies "Kamen Rider Zets: Farewell Mission" and "Super Space Sheriff Gavan Infinity: The Day the Sun Cried".
■Venue: Naka-Ikebukuro Park ■Date and Time: July 31st (Fri)
15:00-15:30 (scheduled) Sprinkling water at Hareza
15:30-16:00 (scheduled) Movie "Kamen Rider Zets: Farewell Mission"
The movie "Super Space Sheriff Gavan Infinity: The Day the Sun Cried"
Imai Ryutaro & Nagata Kohei Talk Event ■ Admission: Free *Admission may be restricted depending on the crowd *In case of rain, the event will be held on a smaller scale at the futuristic live theater "harevutai".
Event ②: The "Hareza Singing Contest" is being held!!!
From among 36 applicants, including tenant companies in Hareza Tower, neighborhood associations around Ikebukuro, and school facilities, 14 groups that passed the preliminary judging will take to the stage! We will be holding a community-participatory event, the "Singing Talent Championship," created together with the people of Ikebukuro.
A new summer tradition in Ikebukuro, connecting people through song and performance. Please look forward to it!
■Venue: Naka-Ikebukuro Park ■Date and Time: July 31st (Fri) 18:00-19:30
■ Admission / Free
*Entry may be restricted depending on crowd conditions.* *In case of rain, the event will be held on a reduced scale at the futuristic live theater "harevutai".*
Event ③: My Hero Academia Anime 10th Anniversary Stage in Hareza
The hugely popular anime "My Hero Academia," which celebrated its momentous 10th anniversary since its broadcast began in 2016, is coming to Hareza Day! We will deliver an exciting stage to celebrate the 10th anniversary year.
■Venue: Naka-Ikebukuro Park ■Date and Time: August 1st (Sat) 15:00-15:30 (tentative)
■Admission: Free *Admission may be restricted depending on crowd conditions *In case of rain, the event will be held on a smaller scale at the futuristic live theater "harevutai"
●Development ④ Stage Play "Kingdom II -Inheritance-"
A stage greeting will be held for the play "Kingdom II -Inheritance-", which opens on August 9th (Sunday) at Tokyo Tatemono Brillia HALL.
The star-studded main cast gathers at Naka-Ikebukuro Park!
■Venue: Naka-Ikebukuro Park ■Date and Time: August 1st (Sat) 15:45-16:15 (tentative)
■Admission: Free *Admission may be restricted depending on crowd conditions *In case of rain, the event will be held on a smaller scale at the futuristic live theater "harevutai"
Event 5: TV Anime "Re:Zero – Starting Life in Another World" Special Stage
Starring: Konomi Suzuki / Ram / Rem <br>The TV anime "Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World" is celebrating its 10th anniversary since its first broadcast, and the second half of its 4th season will begin airing in August.
We'll be bringing you a special performance by Konomi Suzuki and Ram Rem, who delivered an amazing stage show at last year's Hareza Day 2025!
■Venue: Naka-Ikebukuro Park ■Date and Time: August 1st (Sat) 18:45-19:15 (tentative)
■Admission: Free *Admission may be restricted depending on crowd conditions *In case of rain, the event will be held on a smaller scale at the futuristic live theater "harevutai"
Development ⑥ DJ KOO (TRF)
DJ KOO, who celebrated his 45th anniversary as a DJ last year, will be making an appearance again this year on Hareza Day!
Don't miss this incredibly exciting stage show, held under the concept of "An anime song summer festival that can be enjoyed by all generations!"
■Venue: Naka-Ikebukuro Park ■Date and Time: August 2nd (Sun), 15:30-16:00 (tentative)
■Admission: Free *Admission may be restricted depending on crowd conditions *In case of rain, the event will be held on a smaller scale at the futuristic live theater "harevutai"
Development ⑦ Hareza Chillout Space <br> As a place to rest before and after performances at Naka-Ikebukuro Park, the space will be transformed into a chillout area decorated with textile cushions!
■Venue: Park Plaza ■Dates and Times: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM daily *Available outside of event hours ■Admission: Free *Content may be changed or canceled depending on circumstances.
●Activity 8: Red Carpet <br>A red carpet will be set up in Naka-Ikebukuro Park to create an extraordinary atmosphere.
■Venue: Naka-Ikebukuro Park ■Dates: All day ■Admission: Free *Content may be changed or canceled depending on the situation.
Timetable
The 3-day timetable has finally been released!
Check out the stages you want to see and make the most of these three special days! Here's the exciting timetable that's sure to bring you joy.
DAY1 7/31 FRI Progress MC: Asaka
15:00-15:30 Sprinkling water at Hareza
15:30-16:00 Movie "Kamen Rider Zets: Farewell Mission"
The movie "Super Space Sheriff Gavan Infinity: The Day the Sun Cried"
Imai Ryutaro & Nagata Kohei Talk Event
18:00-19:30 Hareza Singing Contest
DAY2 8/1 SAT Progress MC: Asaka
14:30〜15:00 IKEBUKURO MANGA ANIME WEEKS 2026
15:00-15:30 My Hero Academia Anime 10th Anniversary Stage in Hareza
15:30-15:45 SUAI
15:45-16:15 Stage play "Kingdom II -Inheritance-"
16:15-16:45 METANICK
16:45-17:15 APOP SQUAD
17:15-17:45 "Detective Precure the Movie! The Mysterious Garden and the Secret of Two" Collaboration Event
17:45-18:15 Ayano Mashiro
18:15-18:45 sajou no hana
18:45-19:15 TV Anime "Re:Zero – Starting Life in Another World" Special Stage
DAY3 8/2 SUN Progress MC: Asaka
11:30-12:00 YaeNote from Tokyo Tatemono Group
12:00-12:30 Reirou's Hydrangea
12:30-13:00 OrJourney
13:00-13:30 Kashitaro Ito
13:45-14:15 Hamada Masataka
14:15-14:45 Butler Opera Troupe
15:00-15:30 DJ Caesar
15:30-16:00 DJ KOO (TRF)
16:00-17:00 Asaka x MOTSU x Ricky
Cast comments
Daiki Yamashita
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Born on September 7th. From Shizuoka Prefecture. His major roles include Izuku Midoriya in My Hero Academia, Sojiro Seta in Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Swordsman Romantic Story, Sakamichi Onoda in Yowamushi Pedal, and Narancia Ghirga in JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Golden Wind.
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Join us at Hareza for PLUS ULTRA!!!
Nobuhiko Okamoto
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Born on October 24th, from Tokyo. Belongs to Raccoon Dog.
His major roles include Katsuki Bakugo in "My Hero Academia," Himmel in "Frieren: Beyond Journey's End," Rin Okumura in "Blue Exorcist," and Sori Enjou in "Dead Account." He won the Best New Actor Award at the 3rd Seiyu Awards in 2009 and the Best Supporting Actor Award at the 5th Seiyu Awards in 2011.
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Hareza—Impact Ooooooo!!!
Anime "My Hero Academia"
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The comic series has surpassed 100 million copies in worldwide circulation! The TV anime "My Hero Academia" is based on the hugely popular comic by Kohei Horikoshi, which was serialized for 10 years in "Weekly Shonen Jump" (published by Shueisha). The story takes place in a world where about 80% of the total population possesses some kind of superpower called a "Quirk." It follows the growth, battles, and friendships of Izuku Midoriya "Deku," a high school student attending U.A. High School, and his classmates as they aim to become heroes—a profession that protects people and society from accidents, disasters, and criminals who misuse their Quirks. This year, the "My Hero Academia" anime is celebrating its 10th anniversary, and the commemorative project "My Hero Academia The Animation 10th Anniversary" is currently underway!
Stage play "Kingdom II -Inheritance-"
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Celebrating its 20th anniversary! Over 120 million copies sold!
The second stage adaptation of the hugely popular national comic depicting the turbulent Spring and Autumn and Warring States periods of ancient China!!
Opening on Sunday, August 9th at Tokyo Tatemono Brillia HALL!
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The stage production "Kingdom" is a live entertainment experience where the actors' powerful performances and live music come together as one.
The star-studded cast will also be on stage, bringing you the excitement of the company just before opening night!
DJ KOO (TRF)
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He is the leader of the Japanese dance and vocal group "TRF," a visiting professor at Osaka University of Arts, and a special artistic advisor to the Japan Bon Odori Association. His collaborations with Japanese cultural traditions such as "festivals" and "Bon Odori" are actively promoted both domestically and internationally as a form of entertainment-style Japanese culture dissemination.
In August 2025, he celebrated his 45th anniversary as a DJ and released the super positive power song "SaiKOO DE DANCE" with the idol group "BEYOOOOONDS" and the collaborative song "KENDAMA DO DANCE!" with enka singer Hiroshi Miyama.
As DJ KOO approaches his 50th anniversary as a DJ in 2030, he continues to create "heart-pounding moments" for all generations and excites all of Japan, so keep your eyes on him!
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We are pleased to announce that we will be performing at "Hareza Day 6th Anniversary SUMMER FESTIVAL 2026"!
Every year at Hareza Day, we have an amazing time together, so this year we want to go all out and DO DANCE!
Let's make this a wonderful sunny day together!
I'm really looking forward to meeting you all! Hareza DO DANCE‼
Ricky
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In 2001, he made his major debut with avex as part of the duo "DASEIN" with former SEX MACHINEGUNS drummer JOE and vocalist Ricky. In 2005, he officially joined "RIDER CHIPS," the official Kamen Rider band, as the vocalist. He has contributed to numerous Kamen Rider songs, including the theme song "ELEMENTS" for Kamen Rider Blade and the insert song "What's your FIRE" for Kamen Rider Gatchard. He is highly regarded for his versatile voice, which is both high-pitched and flexible, and for his singing style that utilizes the expressiveness he cultivated through chanson. He is also a singer-songwriter who writes and composes his own songs.
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When it comes to Kamen Rider songs, it's Ricky!!! 20 years since joining RIDER CHIPS, and I feel like I've found yet another event that's perfect for me. I, Ricky, am the final trump card for "Hareza Day," so let's…burn to the core of our hearts together ♡
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Pony Canyon Inc. is a comprehensive entertainment company that develops a wide range of businesses, including music, anime, and movies. We handle artist management, live event planning, and fan business, producing new value that transcends genre and industry boundaries. Furthermore, we leverage the know-how and network cultivated in the entertainment industry to engage in regional revitalization projects. We maximize the appeal of IPs and artists, delivering emotionally moving entertainment to the world.
[From a press release by Pony Canyon Inc.]
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