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Of Cosplays, J-Pop & Good Times! Don’t Miss Japan Summer Fest at the Lost World of Tambun on 17 Aug

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We know Malaysians LOVE anything that is Japanese-related (because we do too), which is why we’re sharing this awesome Japanese arts and music festival with everyone!

Japan Summer Fest is an arts and music festival that combines Japanese culture with splashes of fun @ Sunway Lost World of Tambun on 17 August, 6 – 11PM.

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If you’re a fan of cosplays, great Japanese music, and water theme parks (just to name a few), then you’d definitely want to check out the inaugural Japan Summer Fest.

 

1. The very best of Japan in the summer

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Japan Summer Fest will be transforming the tropics of Lost World of Tambun into a Japanese festival, lined with merry matsuri-like decorations and activities perfect for the squad or family. Not to mention that the theme park will be closed for season pass and daily ticket holders, so you’ll have the WHOLE PARK all to yourselves~ ??

But first, mari admire your favourite manga and anime characters in person at Cosplay Paradise, where festival-goers are invited to cosplay and bring iconic characters to life. Whether you’re a lurking cosplay enthusiast or a serious coser, Cosplay Paradise will surely be a colourful event that’ll light up the park.

Japanfest Cosplay Paradise

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Plus, popular local illustrator, Bichimao, will be Japan Summer Fest’s guest artist, showing off around 100 new artworks in their exclusive Bichimao Installation, featuring Mao, everyone’s favourite animated neko, paw deep in shenanigans once again.

Japanfest Bichi Mao

Or if you want something a little more exciting, there’ll be tons of family-friendly performances happening on stage as well, such as a fire show, singing show, and magic show.

Prefer to take part in more interactive activities? Then you’d want to check out the various matsuri games that’ll be available at Japan Summer Fest, including Daruma Otoshi, Senbonbiki and Kingyo-Sukui.

Japanfest Fire Performance 1

Japanfest Games 1

Japanfest Games

And once the kids are tucked in for the night, it’s time for the cool kids to come out and party at Japan Music Fest! Dance the night away with DJs flying in all the way from Japan to perform on stage, with a wide array of music genres that’ll satisfy every ear drum including Trouble Group, Ryukku-K, Fate Feather, DJ Yang² + Hayate and more.

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Ryukku-K

Japanfest Fate Feather
Fate Feather

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DJ Yang²

Japanfest Hayate
Hayate

 

2. Come for the festival, stay for the splash!

Aside from exclusive access to Japan Summer Fest, ticket holders will also get to breathe in the ethereal beauty of the mystical Lost World Hot Springs Night Park. The night brings to life various night-only attractions and activities that both adults and kids can enjoy, including:

 

Hot Springs & Night Park

Japanfest Hot Springs

Immerse yourself in Tambun’s famous 100% natural mineral hot springs, with up to 12 hot spring pools throughout the park, each flowing at a different temperature and with different features, to soothe your mind and body.

 

Crystal Spa

Japanfest Crystal Spa

This Lost World of Tambun-exclusive resort spa offers a wide variety of spa massages, treatments and packages, ranging from Traditional Malay Urut to Aromatherapy Full Body Massages. Opt for a session at the Opal Steam Cave for an invigorating experience!

 

Petting Zoo

Japanfest Petting Zoo

Traverse a mighty jungle in the blackness of night at this Malaysian night zoo in Tambun, with crocodiles, bearcats and numerous other forest friends waiting to greet you (or eat you ?).

 

Luminous Forest

Japanfest Luminous Forest

Enter the mysterious and mystical realm of Luminous Forest, home to the Malayana tribe. Simply cross the Bridge of Luminosa over roaring waters and you’ll be rewarded with sights of glowing flowers, giant magical creatures and the like.

 

Haunted Chambers

Japanfest Haunted Chambers

Brace yourself for a chamber of dark turns and terrifying sights that will never give you the time and safety to breathe in peace. Not for the faint of hearts!

 

Amusement Park & Water Park

Japanfest Amusement Park

Experience the thrills of the Lost World of Tambun like never before – at night. Hop on both Amusement Park and Water Park rides like Lupe’s Adventure, Storm Rider, and Tube Raiders in the darkness of the night and turn your excitement up to 11!

 

Get lost in Japan on 17 August!

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Now you won’t need to travel far for a bona fide matsuri experience! So mark your calendars for 17 August and be sure to check out Japan Summer Fest @ Lost World of Tambun from 6 – 11PM.

Tickets are available for purchase at RM99 each* on Ticket2u and Excitix, including exclusive access to Japan Summer Fest and the Night Park at the Lost World of Tambun (except Tin Valley and Animal Care Centre), as well as a surprise goodie.

*Free for 2 years old and below.

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ALSO, we’re treating WOB readers with an exclusive RM10 discount on Japan Summer Fest tickets!

Simply insert the codes below upon checkout to enjoy RM10 off:

Better hurry though, because this special promo is only limited to the first 1,000 redemptionsso don’t dilly dally too long! 

For more updates on Japan Summer Fest and other festivities, you can visit/follow them on:

See you there!

 

Source: @bichi.mao
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