On August 8, 2026 (Sat), "Q-STAGE," a new stage equipped with a giant LED vision, will open in Central Park at Fuji-Q Highland (Fujiyoshida City, Yamanashi Prefecture). To commemorate its opening, TAITO Corporation's legendary game, "Space Invaders," will be available to play on an overwhelming scale in a limited-time event: "SPACE INVADERS GIGAMAX."

Approaching Invaders Fill a Towering Giant Screen!

The highlight of the new stage, born as a "hub for new culture," is undoubtedly the ultra-giant LED vision measuring 10.5m wide by 3m high. The familiar invaders will descend in swarms. The masterpiece that once enthralled Japan will descend upon the heart of Fuji-Q Highland with cutting-edge technology and an overwhelming scale, delivering an unprecedented sense of immersion and thrill.

Become "Comrades in Arms" with Strangers! A Frenzied Shooting Game for Up to 10 Players

On August 9 (Sun), the special opening event "TAITO Presents 'Let's All Defend Fuji-Q Highland from Invaders!'" will be held. Up to 10 players can participate simultaneously, working together to shoot down the invaders. The greatest appeal is the ability to instantly become a team with family, friends, and even strangers you happen to meet that day, united by the mission to "defend the Earth." Prizes will be awarded to the teams and individuals who achieve high scores.

On a summer evening, the familiar yet new electronic sounds will echo at the foot of Mt. Fuji.

With your adrenaline still pumping from the scream machines, it's now "your" turn to defend Fuji-Q Highland from the invasion of the invaders!

Event Overview

◆ Special Opening Event Event Name: TAITO Presents "Let's All Defend Fuji-Q Highland from Invaders!" Date & Time: August 9, 2026 (Sun) 14:00 - 18:00 Location: Fuji-Q Highland Central Park Stage Participation Fee: Free / 1 play per person, approx. 5 minutes Rules: - Participation is possible from 1 person (up to 10 people form one group for simultaneous cooperative play). - Rankings will be determined by the total points of all participants in a play (Team Award) and individual points (Individual Award)! - Team Award: Top 3 groups - Individual Award: Top 3 individuals among all participants *Event will be canceled in case of bad weather.

◆ Limited Time! GIGAMAX Event: "Let's All Defeat Them! SPACE INVADERS GIGAMAX" Held

Period: August 10, 2026 (Mon) - October 12, 2026 (Mon, Holiday) *Canceled in case of bad weather Time: Scheduled daily from 17:00 - 19:00 *Excluding times when stage events are held (schedule will be updated on the official website). Location: Fuji-Q Highland Central Park Stage Participation Fee: 100 yen / 1 play per person, approx. 5 minutes

Notes: Original stickers will be presented to the first 2,000 visitors.

Original Sticker *Image

About Fuji-Q Highland Central Park "Q-STAGE"

A new sacred ground for entertainment born in the heart of Fuji-Q Highland on August 8, 2026 (Sat).

This is a multipurpose facility equipped with a 10.5m wide and 3m high giant LED vision as its back panel. It will operate as a "hub for all kinds of culture," from passionate live events for up to 3,000 people, to e-sports tournaments, VTuber events, and public recordings for TV and radio. It is also planned for community-based utilization, such as providing a stage for local junior high and high school students and club teams to showcase their brass band and dance performances, and for lending to educational institutions.

About "Space Invaders"

"Space Invaders" is a video game franchise planned, developed, and sold by TAITO in 1978, and has been enjoyed on various platforms ever since. The game's iconic character, "Invader," is also loved worldwide as a pop culture icon. TAITO positions Space Invaders as its corporate character and is actively expanding its licensing business both domestically and internationally through collaborations with global brands and tie-ups with companies. TAITO will continue to actively promote the brand as the sole rights holder of intellectual property rights, including copyrights and trademarks related to Space Invaders and its characters worldwide.

Fuji-Q Highland Operating Data

Business Hours

Business hours vary by day.

Please check the official website for details.

Prices

One-Day Pass: Adults 6,000 yen - 7,900 yen, Junior High/High School Students 5,500 yen - 7,400 yen Elementary School Students 4,400 yen - 5,100 yen, Toddlers/Seniors 2,100 yen - 2,600 yen

*Prices vary by day. Please check the official website for details.

*Admission to Fuji-Q Highland is free.

Access

By Car: Approx. 80 minutes from Shinjuku via Chuo Expressway, adjacent to Kawaguchiko IC Approx. 90 minutes from Tokyo via Tomei Expressway - Gotemba IC, and Higashi-Fuji Five Lakes Road By Bus: Approx. 100 minutes from Shinjuku via highway bus, disembark at Fuji-Q Highland Approx. 110 minutes from Tokyo Station via highway bus, disembark at Fuji-Q Highland *Direct buses operate from over 30 locations including the Tokyo metropolitan area, Nagoya, and Kansai. By Train: Transfer at JR Chuo Main Line Otsuki Station to the Fujikyu Railway Line, disembark at Fuji-Q Highland Station Approx. 50 minutes from Otsuki Station

Company Profile

Company Name: Fuji-Q Highland Co., Ltd. Representative: Atsushi Uehara Established: June 1, 1964 Location: 5-6-1 Shin-Nishihara, Fujiyoshida City, Yamanashi Prefecture Business Activities: Amusement Park Business Official Website: https://www.fujiq.jp/

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