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Experience the Ultimate Tournament at the Saikyo King Festival!

Tomorrow marks the exciting opening of the Saikyo King Festival at Tokyo Tower, presented by Asahi Shimbun Company, led by President Katsuto Suda. This much-anticipated event runs from July 19 to August 31, 2025, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the world of the popular anime Saikyo King Zukan: The Ultimate Tournament.

The festival features a unique experience where attendees, acting as researchers, can explore the newly unveiled Saikyo Island at Tokyo Tower. A preview event, held yesterday for special guests and children, gave audiences a taste of the numerous attractions planned for the summer event. Nearly 20 young guests added to the festive atmosphere, showcasing that this event is designed for family enjoyment.

Among the highlight attractions was a thrilling dinosaur show featuring the beloved Mr. Most and a realistic Tyrannosaurus rex. The collaboration between these two characters created a spectacular stage performance that left the audience in awe, filled with gasps and cheers.

In addition, attendees could enjoy a 360-degree experience of fierce battles between the mightiest creatures in a 3D theater. There were also interactive exhibits where visitors could touch fossils of dinosaurs featured in the Saikyo King Zukan series, like the Triceratops' horn and even a fossil of a formidable creature's poop, bringing excitement to the event.

AR technology provides guests with the opportunity to create their own Saikyo King Zukan. Additionally, there are photo spots featuring trick art that encourage fun and enjoyable photography sessions, allowing guests to capture summer memories with their loved ones.

Event Details

Organized by the Saikyo King Festival Executive Committee in collaboration with Asahi Shimbun, TV Tokyo, TTA Project, and Gambit, the festival also receives support from Tokyo Tower. Other contributors include DINO-A-LIVE, XR Content Lab, Jurra, and the TV Tokyo Tech Lab. The festival is located in Foot Town 1F Tower Hall A at Tokyo Tower from July 19 to August 31, 2025.

Key Attractions Include:

• - Dinosaur Show: A live performance featuring Mr. Most and a lifelike Tyrannosaurus rex from Dino-A-Live.
• - 3D Theater: Experience thrilling battles in 3D as you witness epic fights between the strongest creatures.
• - Fossil Touch Area: Get hands-on with real fossils from Triceratops and Tyrannosaurus, plus a fossilized poop from one of the featured beasts.
• - Anime Highlights Viewing Zone: Watch selected episodes of the anime series Saikyo King Zukan: The Ultimate Tournament on the big screen.
• - Create Your Own Saikyo Zukan: Use your smartphone to generate images of the strongest creatures and compile your exclusive Saikyo Zukan.
• - Photo Opportunities: Engage with trick art featuring Triceratops, Mosasaurus, and Megalodon for fun photos.
• - Saikyo Zukan Quiz: Solve puzzles using clues scattered throughout Saikyo Island.
• - Merchandise Shop: An extensive shopping area featuring popular goods related to the event.

Ticket Information

• - Weekdays: General (high school students and above) 2,000 yen, Children (ages 4 to middle school) 1,600 yen (Free for children under 3).
• - Weekends: General 2,400 yen, Children 2,000 yen (Free for children under 3).
• - Tickets can also be purchased on-site, subject to availability.
• - Please check the event website for detailed terms and conditions before your visit, as exhibit and attraction details may change.

Ticket Purchase Page

About Saikyo King Zukan Series

The Saikyo King Zukan Series, published by Gakken, has sold over 6 million copies, offering a creative tournament-style battle concept showcasing various formidable creatures from the animal and dinosaur worlds. This engaging content stimulates children's imagination and curiosity. Currently, the anime adaptation, Saikyo King Zukan: The Ultimate Tournament, airs every Saturday at 7:15 AM on TV Tokyo, drawing in fans of all ages.

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