The highly anticipated anime wonderland and the first of its kind in the world, Anima Tokyo launches in Hong Kong, offering a unique shop-dine-exhibition Anime Experience Centre. Located in the heart of Tsim Sha Tsui on Canton Road, this impressive showcase of anime and Japanese collectibles spans three floors, totaling nearly 80,000 square feet.
Anime Centre In Hong Kong
Anima Tokyo offers a wide range of Japanese anime merchandise, entertainment options, and authentic Japanese dining experiences. Its aims to create a must-visit destination, comparable to Japan’s renowned “Akihabara,” but with a Hong Kong twist.
Anima Tokyo features a number of pop-up shops and anime merchandise stores with over 4,000 items, ranging from exclusive must-haves to collaborative creations and brand-new products.
Anima Tokyo will also serve as a promotional space for movie releases, new games and other special product releases, as well as special exhibitions which include many beloved classic anime series, such as the iconic Japanese animation “Mobile Suit Gundam”, “Chibi Maruko-chan” and “Astro Boy” evoking childhood memories for many fans.
Additionally, located on the 2nd floor of Anima Tokyo is the meticulously crafted “Showaki Food Town,” curated by a Michelin-starred team. This culinary destination showcases the essence of authentic Japanese cuisine, allowing visitors to indulge in classic Japanese culinary delights.
Various Instagrammable Spots Available
A One-stop Anime Wonderland which curates Classic and Popular Japanese Anime, Anima Tokyo features multiple exhibition zones designed based on manga concepts, with every corner a must-visit photo spot for anime fans.
Upon entering the ground floor, visitors can’t miss the towering 2-storey giant display screen showcasing the brand story, major IPs and exhibition trailers. The product shelves on the wall are decorated with comic book-like designs, seamlessly integrating manga and animation, and showcasing the charm of contemporary Japanese anime culture.
After passing the large screen at the main entrance, visitors immediately enter the stylish Rainbow Tunnel, inspired by the speed lines in manga, where rare “Pokémon” game cards are displayed, allowing visitors to witness these rare items up close, as well as taking photos in the Rainbow Tunnel as a memento. Furthermore, the ceiling and display cabinets also incorporate elements of manga panel layouts, with a black-and-white palette and polka dot decorations, highlighting the unique characteristics of each IP.
During the soft launch period, the ground floor of Anima Tokyo will showcase precious collectibles
from classic Japanese animations such as “Mobile Suit Gundam”, “Chibi Maruko-chan” and “Astro Boy”, which will be changed regularly.
In addition, over 4,000 merchandise items are available for sale, including exclusive original products, crossover products, top-selling anime manga and toys, covering a wide range of popular anime series such as “Pokémon”, “One Piece”, “Jujutsu Kaisen”, “Mother and Children” and “Attack on Titan”, ensuring fans can find their most coveted items, so get ready for the shopping frenzy, and be prepared to take photos with the interactive exhibits!
Furthermore, the venue also features a game experience zone, providing the latest games from the
three gaming giants – PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch and Xbox, so genre fans and gamers more widely
can exchange tips and hone their gaming skills. As the premier Japanese anime hub, Anima Tokyo
will also partner with Gashapon to open a Pop-up Store in late-May, introducing over 30 Gashapon
(or capsule toy) machines, so Hong Kong’s Gashapon enthusiasts can immerse themselves in a variety
of limited-edition Gashapon.
Potential Destination For Malaysian Otaku
Hong Kong has long been a favored travel destination for Malaysians. With a short 4-hour flight from Kuala Lumpur, It wouldn’t be that far for anime fans here to visit the newly opened Anima Tokyo.
This immersive venue allows visitors to indulge in the world of Japanese anime and savor genuine Japanese cuisine, all without the need to travel to Japan. Anime enthusiasts from Malaysia and around the globe are sure to be thrilled by this.
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