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  • Raffle Cardiff 2016

    Raffle Cardiff 2016

    Below are the raffle prizes to be won at Kotatsu Cardiff 2016. Raffle tickets are available at Super Tomato and Chapter Box office from beginning of September for 50p each.

    Star Prizes

    DVD Cover - Case Closed (Detective Conan) Signed Flyers

    Case Closed (Detective Conan) Signed Flyers

    Courtesy of Yomiuri Telecasting Corporation

    The latest flyer for the Case Closed, Detective Conan film ‘The Darkest Nightmare’, signed by anime producer Michihiko SUWA, who also produced City Hunter, Inuyasya, Black Jack, and Ace Attorney.

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  • Raffle Aberystwyth 2016

    Raffle Aberystwyth 2016

    Below are the raffle prizes to be won at Kotatsu Aberystwyth 2016. Raffle tickets will be available at the Box Office on the day of the event.

    Star Prize

    DVD Cover - Case Closed (Detective Conan) Signed Flyers

    Case Closed (Detective Conan) Signed Flyers

    Courtesy of Yomiuri Telecasting Corporation.

    The latest flyer for the Case Closed, Detective Conan film ‘The Darkest Nightmare’, signed by anime producer Michihiko SUWA, who also produced City Hunter, Inuyasya, Black Jack, and Ace Attorney.

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  • Programme Swansea 2016

    Programme Swansea 2016

    Tuesday 18th October

    19:30 Miss Hokusai

    Image from Miss Hokusai

    Set in 1814, Miss Hokusai focuses on O-Ei, the daughter of famed artist Tetsuzo, better known by his pen name Hokusai, as she tries to navigate the various aspects of her life. O-Ei spends the bulk of her time assisting her divorced father who cares about his art and not much else.

    Director: Keiichi Hara
    Duration: 98m (90 + 8)
    Released: 2015
    Rating: 12a

    For ticket information please contact Taliesin Arts Centre on +44(0)1792 602060


  • Programme Aberystwyth 2016

    Programme Aberystwyth 2016

    For ticket information please contact Aberystwyth Arts Centre on +44(0)1970 62 32 32

    Saturday 29th October

    10:50 Giovanni’s Island

    In the aftermath of the most devastating conflict mankind had ever experienced, the tiny island of Shikotan became part of the Sakhalin Oblast… and on the unhealed border in this remote corner of the world, friendship among children from two different countries timidly blossomed, striving to overcome language barriers and the waves of history. Inspired by true events.

    Director: Mizuho Nishikubo
    Duration: 102m
    Released: 2014
    Rating: PG


    13:10 The Murder Case of Hana & Alice

    14 year-old Tetsuko (Alice) moves with her mother to a new town in what she calls “The Boonies” and must enrol as a transfer student in a new middle school. She immediately finds herself bullied due to being assigned the seat of “Judas” who is said to have been murdered over a year before. She is told that if anybody knows his fate it would be Hana, the recluse in the house next door, who has been unable to bring herself to attend class since “Judas” disappeared.

    Director: Shunji Iwai
    Duration: 110m
    Released: 2015
    Rating: PG


    15:20 Harmony

    In an utopian, futuristic world, where humanity has acquired eternal life, a young high ranked agent of the world’s leading health company investigates a wave of suicides.

    Director: Michael Arias, Takashi Nakamura
    Duration: 119m
    Released: 2015
    Rating: 12a


    17:45 Raffle Prize Draw

    Make sure you get your tickets in advance to be in with a chance of winning some great prizes. You may want to check out the raffle page to see what’s on offer.


    18:00 Psycho-Pass: The Movie

    In this science fiction crime film by Production I.G, Inspector Tsunemori is sent to a neighbouring war-torn nation, where the Sibyl System is being introduced as an experiment, to find Shinya Kogami, her former enforcer who went rogue three years ago.

    Directors: Katsuyuki Motohiro, Naoyoshi Shiotani
    Duration: 113m
    Released: 2015
    Rating: 15


  • Programme Cardiff 2016

    Programme Cardiff 2016

    Summary Kotatsu Festival Cardiff 2016

    Saturday 24th

    10.30 Miss Hokusai & Kitsune Tsuki
    12:50 The Murder Case of Hana & Alice
    13:30 Manga Drawing Workshop
    17:30 Live Music: Tsukumogami
    18:20 Genius Party + 4 Short Films
    20:50 Psycho-Pass: The Movie

    Sunday 25th

    11:00 The Anthem of the Heart
    13:30 Manga Drawing Workshop
    14:00 Raffle Prize Draw
    15:15 Harmony
    17:45 The Empire of Corpses

    For ticket information please contact
    Chapter Box Office on +44(0)29 2030 4400


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  • Kotatsu Festival 2016

    Kotatsu Festival 2016

    We are happy to announce the dates for Kotatsu 2016! The events will be held on 24th  and 25th September at Chapter and 29th October at Aberystwyth Arts Centre.

    The festival will be screening lots of Welsh Premiere films. Also our market place will be open to the public for 2 days, with our favourite stalls offering a taste of Japan including manga, toys and authentic food Bento box.

    Please note the marketplace will be held only at Chapter.

    Festival Raffle will be held again at the end of the event with lots of exciting prizes on offer. From this year raffle will be taken place at both venues. Tickets will be made available nearer the festival.

    We hope everyone will come and enjoy the Kotatsu Japanese Animation Festival 2016.

  • Programme Aberystwyth 2015

    Programme Aberystwyth 2015

    Summary Kotatsu Aberystwyth 2015

    10th October 2015

    10:25am Royal Space Force: The Wings of Honneamise
    12:45pm A Letter To Momo
    3:00pm Tiger & Bunny: The Rising
    5:05pm Short Peace & Short Film Programme

    For ticket information please contact
    Aberystwyth Arts Centre on +44(0)1970 62 32 32

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  • Programme Cardiff 2015

    Programme Cardiff 2015

    Summary Kotatsu Cardiff 2015

    26th September 2015

    From 11:00am Japanese Marketplace
    11:00am A Letter To Momo
    1:15pm Short Peace
    4:00pm Tiger & Bunny: The Rising
    6pm Raffle Prize Draw
    6:30pm Royal Space Force: The Wings of Honneamise
    8:45pm Perfect Blue

    For ticket information please contact
    Chapter Box Office on +44(0)29 2030 4400

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  • Raffle Cardiff 2015

    Raffle Cardiff 2015

    Star Prizes


    Signed Domo-kun 11nen Anniversary Fun Book

    Domo-kun 11nen Anniversary Fun Book

    Courtesy of Dwarf

    Signed by Tsuneo Gōda himself, the creator and director of
    Domo-kun. Domo is the official mascot of Japan’s public broadcaster NHK. Dwarf is the character & animation studio he set up in 2003.


    Signed Bag by Kiriko Kubo

    Signed bag from Kiriko Kubo

    Courtesy of Kiriko Kubo

    Kiriko Kubo is a very famous Japanese cartoonist living in London. She recently published e-books of ‘Cynical Hysterie Hour’ in English. Her comics are available on Amazon.


    DVDs


    Love Live! School Idol Project Season 1 Collection (PG) DVD

    Witchblade DVD cover

    Courtesy of MVM Entertainment

    “To protect the school we love so much,
    we have to do all we can…
    We have to become school idols!
    By becoming idols and advertising how great our school is to the world, more students will want to apply!”

    This collector’s edition includes a 28-page, full-color, paperback artbook with episode guides, character info, and illustrations!


    Igam Ogam – Wakey Shakey! DVD

    Igam Ogam Wakey Shakey DVD Cover

    Courtesy of Calon TV

    Have fun watching 8 Episodes of the fun loving cave girl Igam Ogam !


    Holi Hana DVD

    Holi Hana DVD cover

    Courtesy of Calon TV

    DVD of the TV series Holi Hana (Hana’s Helpline).
    Language: Welsh


    Magazines & Comics


    NEO Magazine 1 year’s subscription

    Neo Magazine Issue 140 cover

    Courtesy of NEO Magazine


    Age of Revolution Comic (First Issue)

    Issue #1 Age Of Revolution Cover

    Courtesy of Cosmic Anvil

    In a world not unlike our own, the forces of Magic and Science are waging war. Families are being torn apart. The laws of nature are being corrupted. The future seems uncertain. Can an unlikely group of talented heroes bring about peace?


    Books


    Woman Who Brings the Rain

    Cover of Woman Who Brings The Rain

    Courtesy of New Welsh Review

    Memoir/Travel book written by Eluned Gramich, winner of the New Welsh Writing Awards 2015.

    This is available as an E-book, for use with E-reader devices.


    Hana’s Helpline Book – Douglas

    Cover of Hana's Helpline DOUGLAS: The Duck who Wanted to Swim

    Courtesy of Calon TV

    Hana’s Helpline DOUGLAS: The Duck who Wanted to Swim


    Hana’s Helpline Book – Ffion

    Cover of Hana's Helpline FFION: The Frog who Couldn't Tell the Truth

    Courtesy of Calon TV

    Hana’s Helpline FFION: The Frog who Couldn’t Tell the Truth


    Ceramics & Textiles


    Aizome Japanese Bowl Gift Set

    Photo of Aizome Gift Set

    Courtesy of The Japanese Shop

    Exclusive to The Japanese Shop, the Aizome Japanese Bowl Gift Set contains five stylish ceramic Japanese bowls with a smart contemporary blue and white design. These authentic Japanese bowls are ideal for all types of western or oriental dipping sauces. Whether you are looking for a gift for a loved one or a special treat for yourself, the Aizome Japanese Bowl Gift Set is perfect for modern, casual but very stylish home dining!


    Handmade Japanese Bag

    Photo of Handmade Japanese Bag

    Courtesy of Saemi Takahashi


    Handmade Dolls

    Photo of Handmade Dolls

    Courtesy of Saemi Takahashi


    Handmade Bags Set

    Photo of Handmade Bags Set

    Courtesy of Saemi Takahashi


    Handmade Apron

    Photo of Handmade Apron

    Courtesy of Saemi Takahashi


    Handmade Bag

    Photo of Handmade Bag

    Courtesy of Saemi Takahashi


    ‘Attack On Titan’ Dolls

    Photo of Attack On Titan Dolls

    Courtesy of Bolso

    These dolls are based on characters from the successful anime Attack On Titan, which started as out as shonen manga, but has since inspired books, anime series, video games and a soon-to-be-released live-action film.


    Gift Set

    Photo of Keep It Secret Gift Set

    Courtesy of Keep It Secret


    Japanese Charms

    Photo of Japanese Charms

    Courtesy of Charming Sushi


    Presentation Box of 46 x Ommy Stickers

    Photo Of Ommy Stickers Presentation Box

    Courtesy of Ommy Stickers

    46 stickers in a cute little chest with a voucher for 30% off the winner’s next purchase from the Ommy website.


    T-Shirt and Notebook Set

    Photo of T-shirt and Notebook Set

    Courtesy of Genki Gear

    3 x T-Shirt and Notebook Set.


    Deku Nuts

    Photo of Deku Nuts

    Courtesy of Cherry Slug

    Miniature ink paintings suspended in resin.

    Cherry Slug are currently running a Kickstarter campaign, so if you’d like to support them please visit their page.


    A3 Print

    Photo of A3 Print

    Courtesy of Cherry Slug

    Super Mario inspired giclée A3 print


    Jinny Bigtop Set & Notebook

    Photo of Jinny Bigtop Set

    Courtesy of The SHO Gallery

    Limited edition Jinny 6-inch Bigtop, Jinny Series Zero and a Notebook.


    CDs


    OPUS KURA CD

    Opus Kura CD cover

    Courtesy of Tamashii

    Contemporary Japanese Taiko Music. With Joji Hirota, Naomi Maki, Mark Alcock, Emi Watanabe and Liz Walters.


    Vouchers


    Yakiniku Gift Vouchers

    Yakiniku Gift Voucher
    Yakiniku Gift Voucher

    Courtesy of Seoul House Restaurant

    Treat yourself to some excellent cuisine at the reknowned Japanese and Korean restaurant on the east side of Cardiff.


    10 x £5 Voucher for TK Trading

    TK Trading Voucher
    TK Trading Voucher

    Courtesy of T.K Trading

    The biggest online Japanese food shop in UK.


    Arts & Crafts


    Origami Sets

    Origami Craft Set

    Courtesy of Toyo


    Painting Sets

    Painting Set

    Courtesy of Major Brushes

    This painting set comes complete with paints, brushes and canvas.


  • Welsh Premiere Screenings of Short Peace, A Letter to Momo and Tiger & Bunny: The Rising

    Welsh Premiere Screenings of Short Peace, A Letter to Momo and Tiger & Bunny: The Rising

    The Kotatsu Japanese Animation Film Festival will be held on 26th September at the Chapter in Cardiff, and on 10th October at Aberystwyth Arts Centre. Again this year the Festival will screen a number of impressive films including Short Peace, A Letter to Momo, Tiger & Bunny: The Rising, Perfect Blue and Royal Space Force: Wings of Honneamise. Here are some details about the films we will screen at the event.

    Short Peace

    Short Peace is a compilation film featuring four anime shorts directed and written by four people including Katsuhiro Otomo, the creator of cyberpunk classic Akira and Shuhei Morita, director of the TV anime Tokyo Ghoul. Tsukumo, under the title Possessions, and was nominated for Best Animated Short at the 86th Academy Awards in 2014.

    Synopsis

    The central theme of this film is Japan and there are four stories about Japan at different points in the nation’s history:

    Possessions, Shuhei Morita’s award-winning tale of a lone traveller deep in the mountains who disturbs spirits in an abandoned shrine.

    Combustible is a story of love, honour and firefighting in Edo directed by Katsuhiro Otomo.

    Gambo directed by Hiroaki Ando is about a legendary battle takes place between a mysterious white bear defending the royal family from a monstrous red demon.

    A Farewell to Weapons shows a group of soldiers battle robotic tanks in an apocalyptic Tokyo.


    A Letter To Momo

    Seven years in the making, this is the latest award-winning film from Hiroyuki Okiura and Production I.G a partnership that brought the world the critically acclaimed sci-fi epic Jin-Roh: The Wolf Brigade.

    “A Letter to Momo”

    Synopsis

    Following the death of her father, a young girl comes into contact with three yokai (goblins) who help her overcome the sadness of her loss.


    Tiger & Bunny: The Rising

    “Tiger & Bunny the Rising”

    See what happens right after the events of the successful TV anime Tiger and Bunny in a new and exciting adventure. People new to the series need know nothing about what has happened previously.

    Synopsis

    Wild Tiger and Barnaby Brooks Jr have their partnership severed by the new owner of Apollon media. Barnaby must work with his newly assigned partner Golden Ryan but the threat facing Sternbild City is so serious that Wild Tiger will be called upon to help.


    Perfect Blue

    “Perfect Blue”

    Watch the debut film of Satoshi Kon, a man who would push the boundaries of anime with ark psychological stories such as Millennium Actress (2001), Paranoia Agent (2004) and Paprika (2006).

    Synopsis

    A former pop-idol turned actress finds her sense of reality falling apart when a stalker enters her life and the ghost of her former career haunts her.


    Royal Space Force: Wings of Honneamise

    “Royal Space Force: Wings of Honneamise”

    The Wings of Honneamise was the first commercial project created by legendary anime studio Gainax that has become what many anime fans regard as a classic.

    Synopsis

    Aimless astronaut candidate Shirotsugh Lhadatt finds himself inspired to reach for the stars after a chance meeting with a young woman but with his nation on the verge of war he finds himself in a race against time to leave the earth.


    More details coming soon, so please keep checking our blog and Facebook, and Twitter.

    For ticket and booking, please contact Chapter Box office and Aberystwyth Arts Centre Box office.

    Chapter

    Tel: +44(0)29 2030 4400

    Aberystwyth Arts Centre

    Tel: +44(0)1970 62 32 32