New Plan Introduced for the Akita Kanto Festival Premium Viewing Experience!

Omatsuri Japan Inc. (Headquarters: Tokyo) is pleased to announce the addition of a new "Premium Box Seat Plan" to its currently available "Akita Kanto Festival Premium Viewing Experience," with sales starting on April 15. Following the first implementation of the premium viewing experience at the historic restaurant Shidaya last year, and in response to numerous inquiries from customers wanting to view the festival from the Kanto Odori Avenue, the new "Premium Box Seat Plan" has been added to provide a more up-close experience of the Kanto performances. Please also visit the brand page (https://omatsurijapan.com/special/akitakanto_hitoutage/). ■ Premium Box Seat Plan (Newly Established) This is a viewing plan where you can experience the performances up close from special viewing seats set up in the center of Kanto Odori Avenue. Through an experience design that includes meals and commentary, it provides a viewing experience that achieves both a sense of realism and comfort. *This image is an AI-generated conceptual drawing. - Viewing from special viewing seats in the center of Kanto Odori Avenue - Enjoy carefully selected bento boxes and drinks without worrying about crowds at seats fully equipped with "dedicated tables" - Includes commentary by experts who have been involved in the Kanto Festival for many years and deeply love Kanto In addition, with the support of our staff, we also provide experiential value unique to the local area, such as interacting with the performers (sashite) and taking commemorative photos. *Photos are for illustrative purposes. *Photos are for illustrative purposes. ■ Implementation Overview Implementation Period: August 3 to 6, 2026 (Once per day) Venue: Kanto Odori Avenue Special Viewing Seats (around Omachi 2-chome to 3-chome) Duration: Approximately 3 hours (Viewing seat entry 18:00~ *scheduled / Viewing 19:15~20:50) *The schedule may change depending on the festival's situation. *For details, please check the brand page and sales site. (https://omatsurijapan.com/special/akitakanto_hitoutage/) (https://shop.omatsurijapan.com/products/akitakanto2026_premiumbox) ■ Price (Tax included, Reference) Premium Box Seat Plan (for 4 people): 352,000 yen / group *Limited number of seats *In the case of shared seating, usage by 2 people (176,000 yen / group) can also be accommodated (consultations accepted at any time) General Sales Start: April 15, 2026, Noon Sales Location: "Omatsuri Japan Shop" (https://shop.omatsurijapan.com/) *We are currently selling special summer festival viewing experiences, including the annual "Aomori Nebuta Festival Premium Viewing Seats." ■ Historic Restaurant Shidaya Plan *Photos are for illustrative purposes. *Photos are for illustrative purposes. *Photos are for illustrative purposes. *Photos are for illustrative purposes. This is a plan that combines the private room space and kaiseki cuisine of the long-established restaurant "Shidaya" with viewing the Kanto performance from a special gallery on the second floor of the restaurant. As an all-inclusive experience designed to integrate everything from dining at the restaurant to viewing, you can deeply appreciate the charm of the Kanto Festival. - Dining in a private room at the long-established restaurant "Shidaya" - Includes commentary by experts who have been involved in the Kanto Festival for many years and deeply love Kanto - Viewing from a special gallery installed on the second floor of the restaurant Additionally, local experiences and performances that deepen cultural understanding are prepared, such as interacting with performers, taking commemorative photos, and in the VIP private rooms, a dance performance by Akita Maiko. ■ Implementation Overview Implementation Period: August 3 to 6, 2026 (Once per day) Venue: Historic Restaurant "Shidaya" Duration: Approximately 3.5 to 4 hours (Reception 17:00~ / Viewing 19:15~21:00) *For details, please check the brand page and sales site. (https://omatsurijapan.com/special/akitakanto_hitoutage/) (https://shop.omatsurijapan.com/products/akitakanto2026_premiumshidaya) ■ Price (Tax included, Reference) Premium Private Room (for 4 people): 352,000 yen / group VIP Private Room (for 8 people): 880,000 yen / group VIP Private Room (for 12 people): 1,320,000 yen / group *Increases in the number of people above can be consulted for an additional fee General Sales Start: April 15, 2026, Noon Sales Location: "Omatsuri Japan Shop" (https://shop.omatsurijapan.com/) *We are currently selling special summer festival viewing experiences, including the annual "Aomori Nebuta Festival Premium Viewing Seats." ■ Features of the Planning In this initiative, we are offering two plans with different appeals to respond to the diversification of viewing styles. The Historic Restaurant Shidaya Plan is a plan where you spend a relaxing time with kaiseki cuisine in a private room of a long-established restaurant, and then view the performance from a special gallery installed on the second floor of the restaurant. It is structured mainly around an indoor stay, making it a suitable experience for those who want to enjoy food and culture in a calm environment. On the other hand, the Premium Box Seat Plan is a plan where you can view the performance while feeling it up close from viewing seats set up along Kanto Odori Avenue, along with a meal. You can view it on the spot without moving, making it suitable for those seeking a more immersive experience. Each offers a different value: "A stay at a long-established restaurant and high-quality food and cultural experience" "A sense of unity and powerful viewing experience along the avenue" expanding the ways to enjoy the Akita Kanto Festival. ◆ Giving back to local culture A portion of the proceeds from these viewing seats is used to support the bearers of the Akita Kanto Festival and activities to preserve local culture. We aim for a sustainable system where tourism experiences lead to the future of the region. ■ Company Overview Omatsuri Japan Inc. is working to "create a system where society as a whole supports festivals." We provide planning and management support, information dissemination, marketing, and tourism community development for festivals and local events nationwide. We deploy multifaceted services, such as improving value as tourism resources, supporting subsidy applications and business plan formulation, proposing corporate sponsorships and advertising utilization, and creating viewing experiences utilizing digital technology. Utilizing our network with festival organizers, local governments, and companies nationwide, we are working on inheriting culture, revitalizing the local economy, and expanding the festival market. [Information on Materials for Reproduction] Materials for reproduction related to this release, such as photos, logos, and venue maps, can be checked from the following Google Drive. Please also contact the following regarding coverage of this matter. URL: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1LtSQRTCIERMhGPKxZ-zhBC1IruDDaIGW?usp=drive_link [Inquiries regarding this matter] Omatsuri Japan Inc. PR Contact: Kojima MAIL: press@omatsurijapan.com