‘BLUE LOCK - TOKYO EGOIST -’ kicks off on Saturday, November 22

(BUSINESS WIRE)--In its efforts to promote nighttime tourism, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government is developing new attractions that illuminate the capital after dark. As part of this initiative, projection mapping is being presented year-round on the iconic Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building No. 1, transforming its façade into a canvas of light and sound.

A brand-new production inspired by the internationally popular soccer anime“BLUE LOCK”, titled BLUE LOCK – TOKYO EGOIST –, began screening on Saturday, November 22.
On the first day of the screening, a mini-event was held at the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Plaza, where voice actors Kazuki Ura (voice of Yoichi Isagi) and Hiroshi Kamiya (voice of Jinpachi Ego) joined fans in celebrating the premiere.

Scenes from the Opening Day of the New Production BLUE LOCK – TOKYO EGOIST –

Over 6,000 Visitors on Opening Day
On Saturday, November 22: the first day of the screening, over 6,000 visitors gathered at the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Plaza, including “BLUE LOCK” fans, tourists, and families. The plaza was filled with attendees wearing the original light-up bracelets distributed in celebration of surpassing one million total viewers.
Among the visitors, some commented, ‘I was very satisfied with the powerful “BLUE LOCK” projection mapping, which offered a completely different experience from the anime. ’ ‘‘The talk session by voice actors Ura and Kamiya was also very exciting, and I enjoyed the sense of unity with the audience wearing light-up bracelets.’ Visitors enjoyed the Blue Lock visuals projected onto the massive projection surface recognized by GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ , as well as the special mini-event held on the opening day.

Scenes from the Opening-Day Event

Talk Event with Voice Actors Kazuki Ura and Hiroshi Kamiya
At the opening-day event, voice actors Kazuki Ura (voice of Yoichi Isagi) and Hiroshi Kamiya (voice of Jinpachi Ego) took the stage for a talk session, followed by a countdown to the premiere screening. With the two leading the call, the screening began, sending excitement through the entire venue.

Reflecting on the projection mapping, Ura commented:
"Absolutely breathtaking! The charm of Blue Lock was powerfully brought to life through powerful visuals that only projection mapping can deliver. It was a deeply moving moment to see such a cherished work projected onto the iconic Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building.”

Kamiya shared a message with fans:
"Due to the scale of the enormous visuals, it is impossible to catch all the details in just one viewing, so we hope you will watch it many times. It was a great honor for me to make my first Blue Lock-related event appearance through work at the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building. Thank you for your continued support."

About “BLUE LOCK”
“BLUE LOCK”, is a soccer manga series written by Muneyuki Kaneshiro and illustrated by Yusuke Nomura.
Serialized in "Weekly Shonen Magazine" (Kodansha) since 2018, the series has surpassed 50 million copies in circulation worldwide.
The TV anime adaptation, which aired in 2022, gained explosive popularity not only in Japan but also overseas, captivating fans around the globe.
Set in “BLUE LOCK”, a training facility where 300 high school forwards compete to become the world’s greatest striker and revolutionize Japanese soccer, the story follows Yoichi Isagi, who grows and evolves through fierce battles with his teammates—who are also his rivals—using his own “ego” as his ultimate weapon.

©Muneyuki Kaneshiro, Yusuke Nomura, KODANSHA/BLUE LOCK Production Committee.

About the New Work “BLUE LOCK -TOKYO EGOIST- ”

TITLE “BLUE LOCK -TOKYO EGOIST- ”

HIGHLIGHTS
Numerous memorable scenes from “BLUE LOCK” appear in this special production. The Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, officially recognized by GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ for its projection area of 14,000㎡, is transformed into a massive playing field. With dynamic visuals, the show powerfully portrays the fierce battles among Isagi, Nagi, Rin, and their many rivals. Experience the thrill and intensity of “BLUE LOCK” as if you were inside a real stadium!

Showtimes (November)
[Weekends & Holidays] 5:30PM / 6:30PM / 7:30PM / 9:00PM
* Other projection mapping works are also shown at times outside of the above schedule.
* Please check the event website for showtimes from December onward.

Overview of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building Projection Mapping: "TOKYO Night & Light"

• Dates: Daily (except during severe weather)
• Projection Surface: East side wall of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building No. 1
• Viewing Area: Tokyo Metropolitan Government Plaza(2-8-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo)
• Showtimes: 5:30 PM / 6:00 PM / 6:30 PM / 7:00 PM / 7:30 PM / 8:00 PM / 8:30 PM / 9:00 PM / 9:30 PM
  (These times apply in November. For updated schedules, please visit the website.)
  https://tokyoprojectionmappingproject.jp/en/
• Organized by: Tokyo Metropolitan Government, Tokyo Projection Mapping Executive Committee
• Additional Information: This project is committed to environmentally friendly practices, including the use of green energy. It has been officially recognized by Guinness World Records™ as “The Largest Permanent Projection Mapping Display on a Building.”

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