The 'Saikyo-Oh Zukan Festival,' which attracted over 40,000 visitors at Tokyo Tower last year, returns this summer with even greater excitement!

Asahi Shimbun Company (President and CEO: Katsuya Kadota) will host the event 'Saikyo-Oh Zukan Festival in Tokyo Tower 2026' from Saturday, July 18, 2026, at the special venue Tower Hall A on the 1st floor of the Foot Town building at Tokyo Tower in Minato Ward, Tokyo. This family-friendly event, based on the popular series with over 6.6 million cumulative copies in circulation, will run until Sunday, September 27, 2026. (Open only on weekends and holidays in September.)

■ Event Website: https://saikyoohanime.com/saikyououzukan-festival/

At the 'Saikyo-Oh Zukan Festival in Tokyo Tower 2026,' the world of 'Saikyo-Oh Zukan ~The Ultimate Tournament~'—the setting of the anime series—will be recreated at Tokyo Tower. Visitors will become researchers of Saikyo Island and experience the world of 'Saikyo-Oh Zukan' through various missions and attractions.

The 'Saikyo Island Adventure Tour,' featuring the appearance of a Tyrannosaurus, will be a collaborative show with the popular live dinosaur entertainment 'DINO-A-LIVE.' Guests will embark on a thrilling adventure across Saikyo Island, guided by Mr. Moast, with an incredibly realistic experience.

Additionally, digital attractions co-developed with the next-generation kids' theme park 'Little Planet' will feature exclusive Saikyo-Oh Zukan creatures in hit games such as 'Doodle 3D Racing' and 'Digital Paper Sumo.'

Other highlights include a mystery-solving quiz tour across Tokyo Tower, a 3D Battle Theater showcasing intense battles between powerful creatures, digital photo spots, and public screenings of the anime's most iconic episodes, offering an immersive experience that combines learning and entertainment.

■ Event Highlights

・ Saikyo Island Adventure Tour!!

A live show featuring Mr. Moast and a lifelike Tyrannosaurus. This collaborative performance with the experiential dinosaur entertainment 'DINO-A-LIVE' brings a Tyrannosaurus right before your eyes in stunning realism.

・ Brand-New 3D Battle Theater

Equipped with 3D glasses, guests can experience the Japanese premiere of a high-impact 3D battle between Triceratops and Titanoboa from the anime 'Saikyo-Oh Zukan ~The Ultimate Tournament~' in immersive 3D visuals.

・ Let's Battle Together! Digital Coloring Battle

Featuring characters from 'Saikyo-Oh Zukan' in digital attractions co-developed with 'Little Planet,' this interactive game allows visitors to bring their hand-colored characters into dynamic battle sequences.

・ 'Saikyo-Oh Zukan' Mystery Quiz

Solve puzzles by finding clues hidden throughout Tokyo Tower related to the powerful creatures. Participants who complete the quiz will receive exclusive original gifts.

・ Create Your Own Saikyo-Oh Zukan!

Digital photo spots will allow guests to take pictures alongside their favorite powerful creatures from the series.

・ Anime 'Best Episodes' Theater Zone

Screenings of the most celebrated episodes of the anime 'Saikyo-Oh Zukan ~The Ultimate Tournament~' will be shown on a large screen.

Additionally, a merchandise shop featuring popular 'Saikyo-Oh Zukan' goods will be available.

※ Content is subject to change.

※ Attractions within the venue generally do not require additional fees beyond admission.

■ Event Overview

Title: Saikyo-Oh Zukan Festival in Tokyo Tower 2026

Organizer: Saikyo-Oh Festival 2026 Executive Committee (Asahi Shimbun Company / TV Tokyo / TTA Project / Gambit / Movick)

Special Cooperation: TOKYO TOWER

Collaborators: 'DINO-A-LIVE' ON-ART / Little Planet / Aex / PR Kōkoku / Makino Company / TV Tokyo Tech Lab

Venue: Tower Hall A, 1F Foot Town, Tokyo Tower

Dates: July 18 (Sat), 2026 – September 27 (Sun), 2026 (Open only on weekends and holidays in September)

Opening Hours: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Event Website: https://saikyoohanime.com/saikyououzukan-festival/

■ Ticket Information

Ticket Prices:

General (High school students and above): ¥2,000– (Advance tickets: ¥1,800–)

Children (Ages 4–Middle School): ¥1,600– (Advance tickets: ¥1,400–)

Ticket Sales:

Asoview! https://www.asoview.com/channel/tickets/btgtre5988

Lawson Tickets https://l-tike.com/saikyooh-event/

※ Tokyo Tower Main Deck Special Observation Ticket (with Saikyo-Oh Zukan exclusive benefits) will be available soon.

※ Children aged 3 and under enter free of charge.

※ Advance tickets available until Friday, July 17, the day before the opening.

※ Entry may require waiting depending on venue conditions.

※ Please check the event website for full details and important notices before purchasing tickets or visiting.

※ Exhibition and attraction content may be subject to partial changes.

※ Photos and videos may be taken within the venue. These images may be used for future promotional materials; your understanding is appreciated.

■ About the 'Saikyo-Oh Zukan' Series

The 'Saikyo-Oh Zukan' series is a popular simulation encyclopedia series published by Gakken, with cumulative sales exceeding 6.6 million copies (as of January 2026). Centered on the concept of pitting top contenders from animal and dinosaur kingdoms against each other in a tournament to determine the ultimate champion, the series has gained immense popularity by stimulating children's imagination and satisfying their intellectual curiosity.

■ Credits

※ When using images, please include the following copyright notice:

©Gakken/Sai-Kyo-Oh/TX

d9214-2214-6a8602280553b0c0123a4948b3fcb94f.pdf

Inquiries

Saikyo-Oh Festival 2026 Executive Committee

Email: event-asahi@asahi.com