Fukuoka PARCO (2-11-1 Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture) will hold "Hey! PARCO HOT SUMMER," a large-scale summer project to liven up its final year, starting July 1, 2026 (Wed).

This project features a tie-up with "Karameter," led by film director Kan Eguchi, to develop key visuals symbolizing the heat of summer.

Furthermore, actor Wataru Ichinose, who starred in Eguchi's representative work, the Netflix drama "Sanctuary" (Sanctuary), has been appointed to express the summery and bursting sense of exhilaration.

Throughout the facility, we will be implementing content perfect for summer, including the "HOT SUMMER SALE" with discounts of up to 70% off, the spicy food event "Natsukarasai" (Summer Spicy Festival) themed around spiciness, and the exhibition "Zot-ten" showcasing evidence of real-life ghost stories, cursed objects, and spirit photos collected from across the country.

Please enjoy the "hot" events that won't lose to the summer heat during Fukuoka PARCO's "last summer."

Wataru Ichinose

Born July 30, 1985, from Saga Prefecture. Made his acting debut in the 2009 film "Crows Zero II." Gained attention for his starring role in the drama "Sanctuary" (23). Recent major works include the dramas "Taigai no Kaji ~Kore ga, Watashi no Ikiru Michi!~" (25), "Ikagami" (25), "Informer" (25), and the films "Enjo" (26), "Village" (23). His first leading role in a theatrical film, "Yohaku no Shishigatsu," is currently in theaters.

Event Overview

Title: Hey! PARCO HOT SUMMER

・Period: July 1, 2026 (Wed) - August 31, 2026 (Mon)

・Special Site: https://fukuoka.parco.jp/page/hotsummer/

Event Details

1 Up to 70% Off! All-Store Summer Sale "HOT SUMMER SALE"

2 Tie-up with Karameter! Limited-time spicy menu items to stimulate summer appetites gather Fukuoka x Okinawa "Natsukarasai"

3 Interactive Horror Exhibition "Zot-ten" featuring real-life ghost stories, cursed objects, and spirit photos

3 Popular "POP UP STORE" Grand Gathering!

・First appearance in Fukuoka PARCO! "Chego Shim POP UP SHOP Goshim Ranger - Protecting Your Peace Team"

・Highly popular shop returns! "Everyone, Gather! Tamagotchi Shop"

・Greeting events to meet Pingu also held "PINGUTM POP UP STORE"

4 Collaboration with Tomomasu Drink, the hit beverage from Kyushu, "Summer Garapon Lottery"

1 Up to 70% Off! All-Store Summer Sale "HOT SUMMER SALE"

We will hold the "HOT SUMMER SALE" to commemorate Fukuoka PARCO's last summer. Over approximately 50 stores will participate, offering sales at each shop within the facility as a token of our gratitude for your patronage. This is an opportunity to shop for a wide range of categories, including fashion, miscellaneous goods, and cosmetics, at great prices.

Title: HOT SUMMER SALE

Period: July 1 (Wed) - July 12 (Sun)

Details here

※Some stores are excluded from the sale.

2 Karameter Tie-up! Fukuoka x Okinawa "Natsukarasai" to Stimulate Midsummer Appetites

The summer gourmet event "Natsukarasai" (Summer Spicy Festival), in collaboration with the spiciness-visualizing app "Karameter," will be held simultaneously at two locations: Okinawa PARCO CITY and Fukuoka PARCO. At Fukuoka PARCO, 16 restaurants within the facility will participate, offering limited-time "spicy menus" to stimulate midsummer appetites. Enjoy a special lineup that can only be experienced here. Furthermore, we will implement events that can be enjoyed while exploring the facility, such as a "stamp rally" where customers can collect stamps by ordering eligible menu items to receive original novelty goods. Additionally, a "Karameter Store" POP UP will be set up to enjoy "spicy" food at home, expanding the appeal of this event both inside and outside the facility.

Title: Natsukarasai (Summer Spicy Festival)

Period: August 3 (Mon) - August 31 (Mon)

¥1,080 (incl. tax)

[1.97KM] Barikara Chanpon

Hakata Ramen Shin-Shin (Main Building B1F)

¥1,200 (incl. tax)

[3.68KM] Super Spicy Mala Sundubu

※Highest KM value this time

Tokyo Sundubu (New Building B2F)

What is "Karameter"?

An app & website where you can find the perfect level of spiciness.

Spiciness Matching No. 1 (※According to Karameter Inc. research in 2024)

"It was too spicy to eat," or "It wasn't spicy enough"... Have you ever had that experience?

"Karameter" is a service that allows everyone to unify their spiciness units, helping you find the perfect level of spiciness for you. We create the unified unit "KM (Karameter)" by having everyone "spicy judge" the spiciness of food. ◆ App downloaded by approximately 100,000 spicy food lovers

◆ Website visited by 500,000 spicy food lovers monthly ◆ We also operate official social media accounts and an official YouTube channel. ・Official HP: https://karameter.com/ ・Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karameterjp/

3 PARCO FACTORY Edition Vol. 1 Spine-Chilling Summer Horror Exhibition "Zot-ten"

This exhibition allows you to see, hear, and feel real-life ghost stories collected from across the country, along with related evidence such as cursed objects, spirit photos, spirit videos, and spirit audio. Furthermore, it includes ghost stories related to Fukuoka, collected through special interviews. It also features a valuable collection from cursed object collector Toshiyuki Tanaka, including previously unreleased cursed items.

Title: Zot-ten ~Real Ghost Stories and Their Evidence~

Period: August 1 (Sat) - September 6 (Sun)

Location: PARCO FACTORY (Main Building 5F)

Toshiyuki Tanaka (Cursed Object Collector, Ghost Storyteller, Illustrator)

Has had a strong interest in strange objects and ghost stories since childhood and began collecting items with a history. In addition to purchasing items himself, he receives cursed objects from all over the country along with their stories, and his collection now exceeds 500 items. He is also highly regarded as a ghost storyteller, winning "Inagawa Junji's Ghost Story Grand Prix 2013" and "Most Terrifying Ghost Story Contest 2021." He appears at over 200 events annually, captivating many fans with his unique storytelling style and expressions. His books include "Jubutsu Shusuroku" and "Boku to Jubutsu no Kimyo na Seikatsu."

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4 Popular "POP UP STORE" Grand Gathering!

Characters and trending shops will gather at the Main Building B1F event space.

POP UP-exclusive merchandise, only available here, and currently trending items will be on display.

【Chego Shim POP UP SHOP Goshim Ranger - Protecting Your Peace Team】

Features interior design and merchandise themed around "Goshim Ranger," gentle heroes who protect small pieces of peace for you. Approximately 20 new items will also be sold.

Period: June 26 (Fri) - July 12 (Sun)

【Everyone, Gather! Tamagotchi Shop】

The POP UP store, which was a great success last year, will be held again this year! Limited edition POP UP store merchandise, including "Original Tamagotchi 30th Anniversary! Tamagotchi," will be sold.

Period: July 17 (Fri) - August 2 (Sun)

【 PINGUTM POP UP STORE 】

A limited-time shop selling goods mainly featuring Pingu's claymation art will be held.

During this POP UP, Pingu will appear in the facility's decorations, and customers who spend ¥3,300 (incl. tax) or more will receive a limited novelty gift.

Enjoy the world of Pingu, a cool and healing experience for families and friends during the summer.

Period: August 4 (Tue) - August 17 (Mon)

2-Day Only Pingu Greeting Event Decided!

To commemorate the "PINGUTM POP UP STORE," a Pingu greeting event will be held on August 8 (Sat) and August 9 (Sun) for two days.

Come meet Pingu for a summer vacation memory.

Date & Time: August 8 (Sat) & August 9 (Sun) 11:30 / 14:00 / 16:30 (20 minutes each)

Location: Main Building B1F Event Space

※Entry will be on a first-come, first-served basis.

※Details on participation requirements will be announced on the PARCO HP as they are decided.

5 Collaboration with Tomomasu Drink, the hit beverage from Kyushu, "Summer Garapon Lottery"

During the period, customers who spend ¥5,000 (incl. tax, not cumulative) or more at Fukuoka PARCO will be eligible to participate in the Garapon lottery.

Please present your receipt from the day of purchase.

Title: Sparkle with Refreshing Luck! Tomomasu Drink x Hey! PARCO Summer Garapon Lottery

Period: August 13 (Thu) - August 16 (Sun)

Location: Details to be announced later.

Tomomasu Drink

Founded in 1902 in Ogi City, Saga Prefecture, Tomomasu Drink is a beverage manufacturer that has walked alongside the community for over 100 years, starting with ramune production. Utilizing skills and creativity cultivated over many years, they continue to create memorable drinks. Valuing their founding spirit of "one step ahead of others," they aim to be the number one company in Japan that proposes new value through beverages.

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  • Source: PR TIMES
  • Category: Event
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