Tag: Cardiff

  • 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.


  • Raffle Cardiff 2014

    Raffle Cardiff 2014

    Below are the raffle prizes to be won this year. Raffle tickets are available at Super Tomato and Chapter Box office from beginning of May for 50p each.


    Star Prizes


    StopMate Motion Animation Armature

    Courtesy of Tetsu’s Armature

    The StopMate SM-005 is a ball & socket armature kit which can be assembled to create the internal skeleton for your humanoid puppets. Designed by Tetsu, a skilled Japanese machinist, they are the main stop motion armatures used in universities such as Tokyo’s University of the Arts animation program. They are also used professionally for films, TV series, and adverts in the Japanese animation industry. The armature moves really smoothly and is very strong, making it ideal for professional animation projects. Sold worldwide by Stop Motion Store.


    Animation Software: Stop Motion Pro V8

    Courtesy of Stop Motion Pro

    Use the same software that Aardman used to make animated films like Wallace & Gromit and Shaun the Sheep. The software has been created for animation professionals and is aimed at individuals who are interested in making animation with the best tools available. Developed with Aardman Animation, Stop Motion Pro couples a user friendly interface together with the features demanded by leading animators.


    Textiles


    Handmade Japanese Bag

    Courtesy of Saemi Takahashi


    Handmade Japanese Bag

    Courtesy of Saemi Takahashi


    Handmade Dolls

    Courtesy of Saemi Takahashi


    Tenugui (Japanese Towels)

    Courtesy of Saemi Takahashi

    A Tenugui (手拭い) is a thin Japanese hand towel made of cotton.


    Magazines & Comics


    1 year’s subscription to NEO Magazine

    Courtesy of NEO Magazine


    RAZARHAWK Vol.1 and 2

    Courtesy of Razarhawk.com

    The explosive action adventure comic by creators Ian Matthews and Dani Abram.
    It ain’t knowingly post-moderningly clever, but it is a truck load of fun!


    Hana’s Helpline Book

    Courtesy of Calon TV

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


    Hana’s Helpline Book

    Courtesy of Calon TV

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


    Selection of Comics

    Courtesy of The Comic Man


    Japanese Woodblock Prints 2014 Diary

    Courtesy of The Japanese Shop

    The thirty two exquisite prints reproduced in this Japanese Woodblock Prints Diary highlight many of the traditional subjects of Japanese art – birds, landscapes and seascapes. It also includes works drawn from some of the genre’s best known series, including Hokusai’s ‘Thirty Six Views of Mount Fuji’ and Hiroshige’s ‘One Hundred Views of Famous Places in Edo’.


    DVDs


    Cover of Witchblade DVD

    Witchblade

    Courtesy of MVM Entertainment


    Chrome Shelled Regios Pt1

    Courtesy of MVM Entertainment


    Hakuoki Series 1

    Courtesy of MVM Entertainment


    Cover of Igam Ogam Wakey Shakey DVD

    Igam Ogam – Wakey Shakey! DVD

    Courtesy of Calon TV

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


    OPUS KURA CD

    Courtesy of Euro Japan Trading Co

    OPUS KURA OPK7068
    Issay Dobrowen / Philharmonia

    Orchestra
    Rimsky-Korsakov Scheherazade, Symphonic Suite, Op 35 (rec 1952)


    15th Anniversary Celebration Tour Concert DVD

    Courtesy of Tamashii

    DVD 15th Anniversary Celebration Tour Concert Live at Tramway, Glasgow. Mugenkyo Taiko Drummers were joined on stage by original members Mark Alcock & Liz Walters, to create a spectacular and electrifying concert celebration.


    High Grade Gundam Kits


    HGUC 1/144 RX-77D Guncannnon Production Type

    Courtesy of Japan Cool

    High Grade Universal Century, or HGUC, should be regarded as the entry point for any serious Gundam model fan.
    Standing around 12.5cm high, these kits have remarkable detail and are superb little gems in their own right.


    HGCE 1/144 Strike Rouge

    Courtesy of Japan Cool

    High Grade Cosmic Era, or HGCE, Strike Rouge Model Kit.


    Vouchers


    Image of Yakiniku Food Voucher
    Image of Yakiniku Food Voucher

    Yakiniku Gift Vouchers

    Courtesy of
    Seoul House Restaurant

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


    Image of TK Trading Voucher
    Image of TK Trading Voucher

    £5 Voucher for TK Trading

    Courtesy of T.K Trading

    The biggest online Japanese food shop in UK. We have 10 gift vouchers to give away, each worth £5!


    Toys


    Genki Gear Selection

    Courtesy of Genki Gear

    Great selection of goods from Genki Gear, including a jacket, badges sets, keyring and greeting cards.


    Gift set

    Courtesy of Keep it Secret

    Selection of kawaii Japanese goods.


    Image of Sali Mali Doll

    Sali Mali Doll

    Courtesy of Calon TV

    A pretty Sali Mali doll, the famous character from the Welsh
    TV series.


    Crochet Doll

    Courtesy of Tinfoilspider Makes
    Beautifully hand-crocheted characters.


    Arts & Crafts


    Image of Origami Craft Set

    Origami Craft Sets

    Courtesy of Toyo


    A Set Of Sketchbooks

    Courtesy of SHO Gallery


    Image of Painting Set

    Painting Sets

    Courtesy of Major Brushes

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


  • Programme Cardiff 2014

    Programme Cardiff 2014

    Summary Kotatsu Cardiff 2014

    From 11:00 Japanese Marketplace
    11:00 Patema Inverted
    11:00 Manga Workshop
    13:15 Double Bill – By Your Side / Colorful
    16:00 Patema Inverted
    18:00 Raffle Prize Draw
    18:30 Mai Mai Miracle
    20:30 Evangelion 3.0

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


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