Chickip Dancers Celebrate 5th Anniversary with Bone Chicken as Ambassador at Karaage Grand Prix

Celebrating 5 Years of Chickip Dancers!

The Chickip Dancers are hitting a remarkable milestone this year, as they celebrate their 5th anniversary with a splash! This special occasion includes a notable appearance by Bone Chicken, the beloved character from the animated series, who serves as the official ambassador for the Japan Karaage Association.

On April 10, 2026, the celebration took place in Nakatsu City, Oita Prefecture, during the 17th Karaage Grand Prix® award ceremony. Bone Chicken, as the ambassador, brought a joyous vibe to the event once again. This was the second consecutive year for Bone Chicken to participate in this prestigious event, and his playful antics delighted the attendees.

In addition to the ceremony, a special 5th anniversary celebration video was showcased, adding a delectable atmosphere steeped in joy and excitement to the venue. You can view the celebration video through this link.

New Award Introduced: Chickip Dancers Award!

In a first for this year's event, a new award named the Chickip Dancers Award was established as a counterpart to the Grand Prize, which comes with a delightful set of Chickip Dancers merchandise. This exciting initiative saw Bone Chicken once again surprise the winners by presenting them with cuddly plush toys and other adorable goodies from the Chickip Dancers collection!

Who Are the Chickip Dancers?

The Chickip Dancers charm audiences with a unique blend of delightful characters, featuring Bone Chicken, who, despite being a bit chicken-hearted, is full of curiosity! Accompanied by the cheerful dance teacher Skip Frog, each character contributes to the lively storytelling. Their adventures remind us that “when our bodies move, our hearts dance too!” providing a delightful story for everyone.

Stay Updated on Chickip Dancers!

To catch the latest updates on the Chickip Dancers, follow these links:

Anime Broadcast on NHK E Tele

The third season of the Chickip Dancers anime is airing weekly on NHK E Tele, every Monday at 8:45 AM, starting March 30, 2026.
For more details, visit the following link: Chickip Dancers on NHK and watch the trailer for Season 3.

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