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Dive into the Enchanting ‘Summer Night Blue’ Fair

Konica Minolta Planetarium invites you to experience the stunning beauty of summer nights with the upcoming event, ‘Summer Night Blue - Shining Stars of the Summer Night’. Beginning on July 17 and running through September 3, visitors to all five planetarium facilities operated by Konica Minolta will be treated to a mesmerizing array of blue-themed items and unique menu offerings.

Overview of the Fair

The theme of this year’s fair captures the essence of a summer night filled with twinkling stars. Within the planetarium's shop, Gallery Planetaria, and the cafe, Cafe Planetaria, visitors will discover a selection of deep, serene blue products and summer night-inspired sweets that evoke the beauty of the cosmos. Experience a delightful assortment that brings a touch of the night sky into your daily life.

This year, you can find:

• - Luminous Blue Jam: Spica’s Drop (1,350)

This exquisite blue apple jam embodies the quiet glow of the first-magnitude star, Spica, located in Virgo. Enjoy it as a marvelous addition to your tea or yogurt to capture a piece of the night sky.

• - DIAMOND NAIL: Night Sky Palette (2,200)

A luxurious new nail color, enriched with natural diamond powder, allowing anyone to create their own version of the night sky on their fingertips.

• - ETOILE Necklace: Blue Sapphire (16,500)

Adorn yourself with a beautiful blue sapphire necklace featuring a star motif, symbolizing sincerity, love, and success.

Unique Culinary Offerings

In addition to exclusive products, the Cafe Planetaria will feature special blue-hued dishes. Some highlights include:

• - Blue Coconut Pine Soda Float (880)

A refreshing drink combining tropical jelly with pineapple soda and coconut syrup, topped with a scoop of ramune sherbet and fresh pineapple.

• - Blue Star Almond Jelly (650)

Only available at Planetaria Yokohama, this dessert combines a refreshing blue jelly with smooth almond tofu, topped with bite-sized gel syrup.

• - Galaxy Donut

A donut featuring a fantastical galaxy glaze that adds a touch of whimsy to your summer experience.

Exclusive Summer Decor

The fair will also showcase limited-edition items perfect for gifting or keeping. These include a stunning Starveil Umbrella (3,000) that reveals a starry design whether it's sunny or rainy, and the HOSHI no YOKAN blue sweet bean jelly (350), capturing the glimmer of the Milky Way in each bite.

In addition, the aroma of the Earth - Tropical Coast (1,450) will fill the atmosphere, conjuring up a refreshing evening by the sea, while sipping the DREAMING NIGHT herbal tea (850) will transport you into a tranquil summer dream.

Fireworks Welcome Dome

A special highlight of the event is the ‘Fireworks Welcome Dome’. As attendees enter the planetarium, they'll be greeted by a 5-10 minute display of magical fireworks projected onto the dome, setting the perfect tone for an unforgettable experience. From July 17 to August 31, this feature enhances the evening sky experience before the main show begins.

Conclusion

Don’t miss your chance to experience the effervescent beauty of starry summer nights at the Konica Minolta Planetarium. With a variety of stunning blue-themed products, delicious seasonal offerings, and a magical fireworks display, the ‘Summer Night Blue’ fair should not be missed. Mark your calendars and get ready to uncover a slice of the celestial this summer.

Event Details

• - Dates: July 17, 2026 - September 3, 2026
• - Locations: Planetaria Tokyo, Planetaria Yokohama, Manten in Sunshine City (Ikebukuro), Tenku in Tokyo Skytree Town, and Manten Nagoya.
• - For more information, visit the official fair webpage.