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Shonen Jump is a global titan in the world of manga and anime, home to some of the most iconic and beloved titles in entertainment history. Blockbuster series including Naruto, BLEACH, One Piece, Dragon Ball, My Hero Academia, and Jujutsu Kaisen have captured the hearts of millions, becoming cultural phenomena with fan bases that span generations. These franchises continue to dominate bestseller lists and streaming platforms, fueling the explosive growth of the anime and manga industry worldwide.
Now, in collaboration with Shopify, the leading global commerce company that powers Shonen Jump’s online store, VIZ Media is bringing the magic of these legendary series to New York Comic Con (NYCC) in an exclusive, interactive pop-up experience. This immersive event, facilitated by Shopify to extend beyond ecommerce and explore brick-and-mortar possibilities, celebrates the 25th Manga Anniversary of Naruto and the 20th Anime Anniversary of BLEACH through dynamic installations, limited-edition merchandise, and unforgettable photo opportunities that fans won’t want to miss.
WHAT:
Get ready for an electrifying experience celebrating the 25th manga anniversary of Naruto and the 20th anime anniversary of BLEACH at NYCC! This immersive pop-up at Shopify NY brings the world of Shonen Jump’s most iconic manga and anime to life through interactive installations, exclusive merchandise, and unforgettable photo ops.
WHEN:
October 17, 2024 - October 19, 2024
12:00pm - 8:00pm
October 20, 2024
12:00pm - 6:00pm
WHERE:
Shopify NY
131 Greene St, New York, NY 10012
WHY ATTEND:
• BLEACH Thousand-Year Blood War & Naruto Installations: Capture the perfect shot with life-size characters from your favorite series!
• Exclusive Merchandise: Shop limited-edition collections from Naruto, BLEACH, Yu-Gi- Oh!, Kaiju No. 8, Sakamoto Days, and more.
• Interactive Manga Photo Ops: Take part in a Naruto immersive experience perfect for social sharing.
• Scan & Explore: Discover the history of BLEACH and continue Naruto's journey via QR codes throughout the event.
• Reveals: New products dropping every day.
• Naruto Manga Gallery: Celebrate Naruto's legacy with a captivating visual display.
SPECIAL GUESTS:
• Masakazu Morita (Ichigo Kurosaki, BLEACH): Meet the legendary voice of Ichigo and other iconic characters like Tidus from Final Fantasy X.
o Masakazu Morita made his voice acting debut in 2001 as Tidus in the video game
“Final Fantasy X,” and currently stars as Ichigo Kurosaki in BLEACH: Thousand- Year Blood War.
• Noriaki Sugiyama (Uryu Ishida, BLEACH & Sasuke Uchiha, NARUTO): Don’t miss the chance to meet the voice behind Sasuke and Uryu in a rare autograph opportunity!
o Noriaki Sugiyama has starred in various animations as popular characters such as Sasuke Uchiha in NARUTO, Shirou Emiya in Fate/stay night, and currently stars as Uryu Ishida in BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War.
Follow all the action on VIZ Media’s social media platforms:
Press Contact:
Chantelle Sturt
Head of Global PR & Publicity
chantellesturt@viz.com
About VIZ Media:
Wherever manga and anime fans are, we are! VIZ Media is No. 1 in Japanese pop culture, introducing fans to what’s now, new, and next. Home to the world’s most influential and groundbreaking storytellers and artists, who today drive multiple industries from publishing and animation to film and gaming. If it’s big in Japan, you can find it at VIZ.
VIZ Media is proudly certified as a Most Loved Workplace® in America and Inc Magazine’s Best Workplace. For more information on VIZ Media visit: https://www.viz.com/
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