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Celebrate Tomohito Takatsuka's 34th Birthday

Dwango Co., Ltd. recently announced a special event commemorating the 34th birthday of renowned voice actor Tomohito Takatsuka. Scheduled for August 23, 2026, this event will be held at the Tokorozawa Sakura Town in Saitama, Japan, and promises to be an unforgettable experience for fans.

The birthday celebration will be structured into two distinct sessions: a daytime and an evening event. The daytime session will feature the presence of Takatsuka's close friends and fellow voice actors Yuki Inoue and Gakuto Kajiwara. In the evening session, esteemed senior voice actors Tadasuke Arakaki and Daisuke Hirakawa will join as special guests. The event will be hosted by Jun Suetsugu, who will guide the audience through various engaging talks and activities dedicated to celebrating Takatsuka’s special day.

As part of the unique experience, attendees can expect a delightful menu curated by Kadokawa Shokudo, which will feature Tomohito Takatsuka's favorite dishes. The lunch box will include a variety of foods, such as a blueberry bagel with cream cheese, while the dinner box will feature a delectable napolitan pasta. This thoughtful inclusion aims to foster a warm, communal atmosphere as fans share a meal with the talented voice actor.

In addition to the culinary offerings, fans will also have the opportunity to purchase special merchandise bundled with their tickets. These exclusive items include a mug, a tote bag, an acrylic stand, and an L-size bromide set, all of which will be personally handed out by Takatsuka himself at the event.

Event Overview

Daytime Session

• - Date: August 23, 2026
• - Time: 1:00 PM Start
• - Featuring: Tomohito Takatsuka
• - Guests: Yuki Inoue, Gakuto Kajiwara
• - Host: Jun Suetsugu
• - Venue: Event Space “Banquet” (6th Floor, IN THE LIBRARY hotel and books)
• - Menu: Lunch box featuring various delicious items including the blueberry bagel and chicken.

Evening Session

• - Date: August 23, 2026
• - Time: 5:00 PM Start
• - Featuring: Tomohito Takatsuka
• - Guests: Tadasuke Arakaki, Daisuke Hirakawa
• - Host: Jun Suetsugu
• - Venue: Event Space “Banquet” (same as above)
• - Menu: Dinner box featuring napolitan pasta and other savory selections.

Ticket Information

Fans can purchase tickets priced at 22,825 JPY for those including merchandise and 17,325 JPY for those without additional items. Each ticket includes meals provided on-site, and there are early bird prices available for animelo+ members.

Ticket Sale Schedule:

• - Pre-orders for animelo+ Channel Members: July 15, 2026, to July 21, 2026.
• - General Pre-orders: July 29, 2026, to August 4, 2026.
• - General Sale: Beginning August 13, 2026.

Message from Tomohito Takatsuka

In an excited statement regarding the event, Takatsuka expressed his joy in hosting another birthday celebration. He looks forward to spending quality time with fans while enjoying the food he loves. He is eager to create unforgettable memories together with attendees as he turns 34.

About Tomohito Takatsuka

Born on August 25, 1992, in Tokyo, Takatsuka is a beloved voice actor and artist. He is known for his roles in popular anime series including The Idolmaster SideM as Minor Watanabe, Stand My Heroes: Piece of Truth as Aoki Arakita, and provides his voice for various other characters.

About animelo+

animelo+ is a dedicated channel on Niconico that streams content related to voice actors and anisong artists, offering exclusive live performances, special programs, and events related to the popular Animelo Summer Live. Members of animelo+ enjoy exclusive benefits such as member-only streams, the chance to catch up on missed episodes, and various giveaways.

Join us in celebrating Tomohito Takatsuka’s 34th birthday as we gather to make magical memories together!