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Japan Park Attracts Anime Fans to BLVD City in Riyadh

Japan Park Attracts Anime Fans to BLVD City in Riyadh

Leaders14-07-2025
Japan Park, one of Boulevard City's interactive spaces, has attracted large crowds of Esports World Cup (EWC) audiences, currently taking place in Riyadh, according to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA).
The unique zone offers a comprehensive visual and sensory experience that takes visitors to the heart of the Japanese culture. It features diverse activities that combine entertainment and cultural experiences.
The journey at Japan Park starts with visitors wearing the traditional Kimono to immerse them in an authentic Japanese experience. Visitors engage with their favorite anime and manga characters roaming the area. They also have an extraordinary opportunity to capture memorable photos with prominent interactive figures of iconic characters such as Gundam and Vegapunk.
Furthermore, the Japan Park includes daily workshops for Japanese calligraphy, during which visitors learn traditional writing arts and how to write their names in Kanji. The area also involves specialized workshops for Origami and the craftsmanship of traditional Japanese fans (Uchiwa), featuring professional Japanese artisans.
Meanwhile, the area includes traditional Japanese games, such as Kendama and Go, a series of educational and interactive games that attracts visitors of all ages and introduce them to the traditional Japanese entertainment.
The Japan Park's mini-theater hosts daily performances presenting traditional Japanese dances, and live shows inspired by popular anime series, featuring performers dressed in the characters' costumes.
The exceptional experience is complemented by restaurants serving mouthwatering Japanese dishes, such as Sushi and Ramen, as well as traditional desserts like Mochi.
The Japan Park has become one of Riyadh Season's most attractive destinations for anime and manga fans, drawing a large number of local and international visitors in an experience that vividly demonstrates anime world and modern Japan in the heart of Riyadh.
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