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A New Outdoor Cinema Experience Awaits in Ebisu!

Get ready for a fresh outdoor cinema experience like never before! From June 5 to July 5, 2026, Ebisu Garden Place will host the much-anticipated "PICNIC CINEMA", showcasing a selection of 15 carefully curated films. This event promises to seamlessly blend film screenings with gourmet delights and an array of unique experiences.

What to Expect

Located in the heart of Shibuya, specifically in Ebisu, the event will utilize the Center Square, featuring a spacious artificial turf area alongside a large outdoor screen. Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evening, attendees can gather to view a selection of poignant, comedic, and nostalgic films, all while enjoying the gentle evening breeze. The atmosphere invites laughter, tears, singing, and dancing—transforming film viewing into a shared, heartfelt community event.

Adding to this cinematic rendezvous, "EBISU FOODIES’ PICNIC" will feature rotating food trucks from ten different vendors throughout the event. Each week will see chef-inspired dishes created to pair perfectly with Yebisu beer, a local favorite. Additionally, restaurants and cafes within the Ebisu Garden Place complex will roll out limited-time menu options to enhance your dining experience.

But the fun doesn’t stop there! For those interested in cultivating their wellness, "PICNIC YOGA" sessions will be available—both morning and night—on the grass fields ensuring attendees can unwind and reconnect with themselves amidst nature. Various Instagram campaigns will also be launched, providing multiple avenues to engage with this extraordinary event.

Event Details:

• - Duration: June 5 (Friday) to July 5 (Sunday), 2026
• - Admission: Free
• - Location: Center Square and Clock Square, Ebisu Garden Place
• - Organized by: Ebisu Garden Place
• - Activities Include: Outdoor film screenings, food trucks, yoga experiences, and SNS campaigns.

For detailed schedules and updates, please visit the official Ebisu Garden Place website. Note that activities may change subject to circumstances, and cancellations may occur due to inclement weather.

Film Lineup

The cinematic offerings span three decades, showcasing timeless tales that resonate with everyone. Highlights of the film schedule include:

• - June 5: "Twilight Warriors: The Battle for Kowloon Walled City" (2024)
• - June 6: "Lady Bird" (2017)
• - June 7: "Still Walking" (2008)
• - June 12: "Past Lives" (2023)
• - June 13: "The Truman Show" (1998)
• - June 14: "Melody" (1971)
• - And more, culminating with a screening of "Paterson" (2016) on July 5.

Proposed by Kino-Iglu—an organization famed for introducing travelling cinemas—this event continues to broaden the cinematic horizons of the Ebisu community.

Yoga Experiences

In addition to the film screenings, "PICNIC YOGA" will take place from June 10 to July 2, offering both morning and evening sessions designed to help participants relax, rejuvenate, and reconnect with themselves amidst the urban landscape. Participants can enjoy the refreshing morning sunshine or the calming evening breeze, all within a vibrant and lush environment.

• - Morning Times: 7:30 AM on specific weekdays
• - Evening Times: 7:00 PM on designated weekdays

Please note that participation is on a first-come-first-served basis, with a maximum capacity of about 100 participants.

Engage on Social Media

Join the excitement and share your experiences through the "PICNIC CINEMA Instagram Campaign" running alongside event dates. Follow the Ebisu Garden Place official Instagram to enter to win exclusive prizes, including vouchers for a meal at La Table de Joël Robuchon and cinema tickets.

Prepare for unforgettable moments filled with laughter, great food, and heartwarming films enveloped in the charming ambiance of Ebisu Garden Place. This summer, dive into the joys of community cinema at "PICNIC CINEMA!"