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Kabukicho Disaster Preparedness and Crime Prevention Festival

Set to take place on November 16, 2025, the Kabukicho Disaster Preparedness and Crime Prevention Festival will be hosted at the iconic Godzilla Road and Shin City Plaza in Shinjuku, Tokyo. This unique and engaging event aims to raise awareness of disaster preparedness and crime prevention among local residents and visitors alike.

Renowned talent Mr. Akio Seki, known for his urban legends, will be one of the special guests at this event, guiding attendees through an educational yet entertaining experience. The festival promises to be interactive, providing fun-filled learning opportunities for children and adults through various activities.

Two exciting guests will join us: the impersonation artist Antoki no Inoki and the crime prevention specialist Tadashi Tamura from Tamura Equipment Development, who enjoys a strong following on YouTube. Both guests will contribute to the vibrant atmosphere of the festival.

Event Details

• - Date: November 16, 2025
• - Time: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• - Venue: Godzilla Road/Shin City Plaza, Shinjuku, Tokyo
• - Admission: Free!

Activities at the Festival

• - Tyrannosaurus Race: Test your skills in a dinosaur race featuring the fun game ‘Tyranno-san ga Koronda’ (Tyranno fell down!).
• - Emergency Vehicle Display: Explore firefighting trucks and Self-Defense Force vehicles, a fascinating experience for all ages.
• - Stamp Rally: Collect stamps through various activities for a chance to win exciting prizes!
• - Passionate Kitchen Car: Enjoy free servings of delicious Noto-sourced dashi rice porridge.
• - Disaster Prevention Experience: Learn vital life-saving skills in lively uniforms, ensuring a fun way to gain crucial knowledge.

Organizers and Sponsors

The festival is proudly organized by Kabukicho Town Management in collaboration with the Passion Club, a nonprofit organization dedicated to emergency preparedness activities. The event also counts on support from various sponsors, including Willbe Co., Ltd., Hakata Trading, Vegetable Tech Co., Ltd., and Lipton Tea and Infusion Japan Co., Ltd.

Support from local authorities, including the Shinjuku Fire Station, the Tokyo Self-Defense Force, and the Tamura Equipment Development Company, underscores the community-oriented mission of the festival.

About the Passion Club

The Passion Club, the organization behind this festival, focuses on preparedness activities related to natural disasters and emergencies. They operate in 20 areas both in Japan and internationally, facilitating activities like setting up evacuation tents, conducting life-saving courses, and engaging in volunteer work.

For more information, check their official website: Passion Club and follow them on Instagram/X: @jyonetsuclub.