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WSBG Asia 2026: Singapore’s Biggest Board Game Weekend Is in Its Final Day

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Singapore’s largest competitive board game carnival closes its three-day run today, and if you haven’t been yet, there may still be time to make it to Pico Creative Centre for the final sessions of WSBG Asia 2026.

WSBG Asia 2026 — 16 Games, One Path to the Final Four, featuring real players at the tournament
Image courtesy of WSBG Asia

Asia’s Biggest Board Game Championship, Right Here in Singapore

WSBG Asia is the official Asia satellite of the World Series of Board Gaming (WSBG), backed by the Singapore Tourism Board. Building on its inaugural 2025 edition, the 2026 event is significantly larger — more championship titles, a bigger game library, and an experience that literally takes place on the Singapore Flyer.

The event spans three zones: competitive tournament brackets, a sprawling Carnival Zone, and exclusive social game experiences, making it accessible to everyone from first-timers to seasoned competitive players.

Compete for a Seat at the Vegas Global Final

This is where the stakes get real. WSBG Asia 2026 runs official tournaments across 16 championship titles. Every Asia Champion walks away with a Global Ticket — a first-round bye at the WSBG Global Final in Las Vegas. The overall grand champion also takes home a SGD $1,000 flight sponsorship to make the trip.

Brackets run across Phoenix Games and Asian Playoffs formats. If your game of choice is sold out, waitlist slots can be applied for at thejokergame.com/wsbg-waitlist.

WSBG Asia 2026 新加坡 — via Joker Game 愚人博弈 on YouTube

The Carnival Zone — 250+ Games for Everyone

Not here to compete? The Carnival Zone is a library of over 250 board games, open to Carnival ticket holders. It’s a space built for exploring, demoing, and casual play — with scheduled workshops running throughout the weekend:

  • Intro to Tabletop Gaming
  • Becoming a Game Master
  • How to Design Your Own Board Game

Social game experiences on offer include Blood on the Clocktower, Joker Game Experience, The Hero Is Dead, and Murder Mystery of The Dead — familiar names to anyone in Singapore’s tabletop scene.

Players at a WSBG Asia event session with the WSBG Asia Singapore banner in the background
Image courtesy of WSBG Asia

Celebrity Lineup — Including The Devil’s Plan’s Tino

WSBG Asia 2026 has put together a pan-Asian creator lineup that bridges competitive gaming and tabletop culture:

  • Dr. huoshu — Tsinghua PhD, strategy icon, and brain-show TV star with over 5 million followers
  • Xiao Cang — esports veteran and the iconic Mandarin voice of League of Legends, with over 7 million followers
  • Tino — familiar to Singapore fans of Netflix’s The Devil’s Plan, and a board game YouTuber with 42K followers
  • Jiaqi Lin — China’s number-one board game content creator with 3 million followers
WSBG Asia 2026 Dream Lineup of Game Icons featuring Dr. huoshu, Xiao Cang, Tino, and Jiaqi Lin
Image courtesy of WSBG Asia

The World’s Highest Board Game Match — On the Singapore Flyer

The VIP Skyline Challenge is the event’s signature set piece. A featured board game match is played by invited guests and celebrities inside a Singapore Flyer capsule — billed as the world’s highest rotating board game showcase. VIP ticket holders get a dedicated viewing window, premium hospitality, priority access to guest interactions, and an exclusive commemorative gift pack.

Can You Still Go Today?

Today (Monday 13 July) is the final day of WSBG Asia 2026. Walk-in Carnival Zone access may still be available, though most competitive tournament brackets will have concluded their qualifying rounds. For live availability, check the official event page or Klook.

Events like WSBG Asia — Singapore Tourism Board-supported, with Las Vegas qualifier routes and a multi-million-follower creator roster — reflect just how far Singapore’s tabletop gaming scene has come. Keep an eye on our events archive for more of what’s on.

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One Piece x MINISO Pop-Up Sails Into Suntec City

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Set a course for the Atrium — the One Piece x MINISO pop-up is sailing into Suntec City from 4 to 26 July 2026, and it’s packing Wanted-poster pillows, Den Den Mushi plushies and a whole Grand Line’s worth of Straw Hat merch. This is Singapore’s second One Piece x MINISO drop after last year’s Plaza Singapura debut, and the “2.0” tag means a fresh haul for fans who cleared out the first one.

When and where to find the One Piece MINISO pop-up

The pop-up takes over the Level 1 Atrium at Suntec City (Tower 1 & 2) for the full stretch of the July school holidays, running 4–26 July 2026. Opening day kicks off at 10am and runs till 10pm, so early birds and after-work shoppers both get a shot at the shelves. Entry is free — you only pay for what you carry out.

The booth itself is a pirate-ship build, complete with a billowing sail flying the One Piece Jolly Roger and life-size standees of the crew flanking the entrance. It’s easily one of the more photogenic anime setups to land in a Singapore mall this year, so bring your phone charged.

Crowds shopping the One Piece x MINISO pop-up store under the giant sail installation
Image courtesy of MINISO

What’s on the shelves

MINISO’s One Piece line draws from the anime’s latest Egghead arc, and the global collection runs to more than 300 officially licensed items covering all ten members of the Straw Hat Crew. The Suntec pop-up carries a big slice of it, so expect everything from grab-and-go keychains to centrepiece plushies.

The headliners are the Wanted-poster cushions — Monkey D. Luffy and Trafalgar Law get their own bounty posters stitched into pillow form — alongside squishy Den Den Mushi (transponder snail) plushies, character tote bags, stainless tumblers and water bottles, printed backpacks, travel neck pillows and mouse pads. Luffy fans should hunt down the signature straw-hat bucket hat.

MINISO One Piece collection flatlay with Wanted-poster pillows, Den Den Mushi plushies, tote bags and backpacks
Image courtesy of MINISO

Collectors get their fix too: stylised chibi figurines, acrylic stands, character badges, holographic trading cards and blind boxes round out the display, plus themed stationery, socks and dining bits like chopstick sets. Chopper, Zoro and Nami all get plenty of love beyond the usual Luffy spotlight — a nice touch for fans whose favourite isn’t the captain.

MINISO One Piece figurines, Devil Fruit plush, acrylic stands, badges and holographic cards
Image courtesy of MINISO

Opening-day deals worth queuing for

MINISO is loading up day one with reasons to show up early. The first 40 shoppers who spend at least $100 on 4 July walk away with a $50-off coupon and an exclusive postcard — a strong nudge if you were already planning a big haul. Throughout the run, paying with ShopBack Pay nets you up to $8 off.

Since you’re already at Suntec, the mall’s own perks stack on top: hit the minimum spend for free or discounted parking, redeem a $5 Suntec+ e-Voucher with $150 spent, and grab mystery dining e-Vouchers with just $20 in a single transaction. It’s a genuinely easy day out to build around — browse the pop-up, then refuel nearby. Keep an eye on Suntec City’s socials for sneak peeks and any gift-with-purchase reveals as the dates get closer.

Part of a global Grand Line tour

Singapore’s stop is one leg of MINISO’s One Piece Global Pop-Up Tour, which has already docked in Hong Kong and is heading on to Thailand, Canada and the United States (New York’s first-ever One Piece pop-up opens at Tangram in Flushing on 26 July), with themed zones also rolling out across Indonesia, Malaysia and Australia. For Southeast Asian fans, the Suntec run is one of the earlier and more complete stops in the region — worth catching before the popular pieces sell through.

MINISO One Piece accessories including Luffy straw hat, character socks, keychains and stickers
Image courtesy of MINISO

If your calendar’s already anime-heavy this month, the timing lines up nicely with AFA’s Creators Super Fest at Suntec Singapore (11–12 July) — an easy double-header for a single trip into town. Hunting for your next fix? Browse our other events and manga & anime coverage.

The One Piece x MINISO 2.0 pop-up runs 4–26 July 2026 at the Suntec City Level 1 Atrium. Set sail before the Wanted pillows hit “sold out.” One Piece ©Eiichiro Oda/Shueisha, Toei Animation.

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Creators Super Fest 2026: Stage Schedule, Performers & Guide

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Creators Super Fest 2026 is eight days away and the full stage schedule for Suntec Singapore is now out — here is everything you need to plan your visit to Halls 403–405 on 11 and 12 July.

Two Days of Music, Art, and Cosplay at Suntec

Organised by SOZO Pte Ltd in partnership with Anime Festival Asia, Creators Super Fest 2026 brings together live stage performances, guest art exhibitions, over 140 artist tables, workshops, and a full cosplay hub under one roof. Doors open at 10am and close at 7pm on both days. The venue — Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, Halls 403–405 — is a three-minute walk from Esplanade MRT (Circle Line CC3).

Creators Super Fest 2026 key visual Suntec Singapore
Image courtesy of Creators Super Fest

Day passes are priced at S$15 per day (plus S$1.80 admin fee), with a two-day bundle at S$27 (plus S$1.80), saving you S$3. Children aged three and above require a paid ticket. Grab yours at ticketing.sozolive.asia — availability at the door is not guaranteed. For more Singapore events worth your weekend, check out our full events listings.

Creators Super Fest 2026 Stage Schedule

Creators Super Fest 2026 full stage schedule July 11 12 Suntec
Image courtesy of Creators Super Fest

The Super Akiba Stage runs across both days with an international and local lineup:

Saturday 11 July: Rina-Hime, Kyururun!, Honey Miruku, Roroki, Amelia Khor, Kohana Lam, BB-Cue, SugarNote, Lollipop!!!!!!!, and SEIREI SHIMEI JOSHI (SSJ).

Sunday 12 July: Re:String Guitar Ensemble, AllenX, Yomii, POPDREAMERS, Cosplay Singles Competition (on-stage, 3:45pm), Avengers Wotagei, SNOWSTORM, R.N.G, and Rie fu.

Three Acts to Watch at CSF 2026

Rie fu performing at Creators Super Fest 2026 Super Akiba Stage
Image courtesy of Creators Super Fest

Rie fu closes Sunday’s stage — the Japanese singer-songwriter behind Life is Like a Boat (Bleach OP) and Tsukiakari (Darker than Black OP). She relocated to Singapore in 2025, making CSF 2026 a genuine homecoming for long-time fans who have followed her since the mid-2000s anime era.

Kohana Lam headlines Saturday. The Japanese cover singer has built a following of over 680,000 subscribers on YouTube through note-perfect renditions of anime themes, including songs from The Dangers in My Heart and My Friend’s Little Sister Has It In for Me!

Yomii performs Sunday ahead of Rie fu. The Japanese pianist and digital creator has racked up over 700 million views online by reworking anime, video game, and pop music into elaborate piano arrangements — expect something memorable from someone who turns game OSTs into concert pieces.

Art Exhibitions: lack and Yukoring

Guest illustrator lack art exhibition Creators Super Fest 2026
Image courtesy of Creators Super Fest

Two dedicated art exhibitions run across the weekend. lack — the Japanese illustrator and character designer behind some of Fate/Grand Order’s most recognisable artwork and Touken Ranbu Online designs — has a dedicated exhibition featuring a specially designed CSF 2026 festival mascot, with exclusive merchandise available at the show and via AFA Shop. Yukoring brings her vivid illustration style to a parallel exhibition, also with limited prints and items.

Guest illustrator Yukoring art exhibition Creators Super Fest 2026
Image courtesy of Creators Super Fest

Both exhibition stores have limited stock, so plan your first pass through the hall early on whichever day you attend.

Everything Else Under One Roof

Creators Super Fest 2026 floor plan Suntec Halls 403 to 405
Image courtesy of Creators Super Fest
  • Creators Hub — 24 premium artist booths plus over 140 standard artist tables covering illustration, crafts, and more.
  • Cosplay Hub — 52+ cosplayers on the floor for meet-and-greets and photos throughout both days.
  • Cosplay Singles Competition — on-stage Sunday 12 July from 3:45pm, open-registration with prizes.
  • Creators Lab — workshops and panels with facilitators including illustrators Heng Suay, Sean Lam, Wisterrilia, and The NPC.
  • Open Mic — open to vocalists, groups, and instrumentalists on both days.
  • Asia Creators Cross — a SOZO × Dwango initiative: standout creators from CSF 2026 may be invited to perform at Nico Nico Chokaigi in Japan.

Creators Super Fest 2026 runs 11–12 July 2026, 10am–7pm, at Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, Halls 403–405. Closest MRT: Esplanade (CC3).

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Pokemon Center Singapore Reopens at Jewel Changi Airport

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Pokémon Center Singapore has reopened at Jewel Changi Airport with its most dramatic transformation yet. Closed since April 1 for a full revamp, the store reopened on 1 July 2026 with a heritage-rooted interior, a new symbol Pokémon, and an exclusive merchandise line you can only get here in Singapore — making it the first full-scale redesign of a Pokémon Center outside Japan.

First look at revamped Pokemon Center Singapore in Jewel Changi Airport — via CNA on YouTube

Solgaleo Steps Up as the New Symbol Pokémon

The biggest visual change is who greets you at the entrance. Solgaleo — the radiant Legendary from Pokémon Sun — is now the store’s symbol Pokémon, standing proudly at the façade alongside Pikachu and appearing on the official logo. Inside, the redesigned space draws on Singapore’s traditional architecture: look out for Peranakan tile-inspired patterns worked into the display fixtures, archway shelving units, and a sweeping interior that feels unmistakably local without losing the warmth of a proper Pokémon Center.

Wide interior view of the revamped Pokemon Center Singapore at Jewel Changi Airport
Image courtesy of The Pokémon Company / Pokémon Center Singapore
Pokemon Center Singapore merchandise shelves with Flareon display and hundreds of plush figures
Image courtesy of The Pokémon Company / Pokémon Center Singapore

First Wave: 12 Singapore-Exclusive Items, Including That Kopi Set

Twelve lifestyle items launched with the reopening on 1 July, all designed specifically for this store. The first wave features original artwork of Pokémon set against a Singapore-inspired cityscape — an illustration that feels like a love letter to local fans. Also in wave one: a Kopi Cup & Saucer Set that is exactly what it sounds like and is already generating a lot of buzz. None of this merch is available at any other Pokémon Center globally.

First wave merchandise for Pokemon Center Singapore reopening, including Solgaleo plush, cityscape artwork frame, kopi cup and saucer, sticker sheets and more
Image courtesy of The Pokémon Company / Pokémon Center Singapore

Second Wave on 7 August: Pikachu Holding Durian, Kopi, and Pandan Cake

The second merch wave lands on 7 August 2026 and leans even harder into Singaporean identity. Coming then: pouches with a Peranakan-inspired Pokémon pattern on the inner lining; Pokémon graphic T-shirts; and a tote bag embroidered with Pikachu and Solgaleo together. The absolute standout is a set of three Pikachu bag charms — each tiny Pikachu clutches a different iconic local treat: a cup of kopi, a slice of pandan cake, and a durian. These are the kind of Singapore-only collectibles that disappear fast.

Three Pikachu bag charms holding kopi cup, pandan toast/kaya toast, and durian, exclusive to Pokemon Center Singapore
Image courtesy of The Pokémon Company / Pokémon Center Singapore

How to Visit: Queue Tickets and Opening Hours

The store is at Jewel Changi Airport, #04-201 & 202 (78 Airport Boulevard, Singapore 819666), open daily from 10am to 10pm. During opening week (1 to 5 July 2026), same-day queue-entry tickets are needed — these are distributed on-site from 8:30am on a first-come, first-served basis, with admission from 1pm. Follow the official Pokémon Center Singapore Instagram for the latest on queue updates and the August merchandise wave. For more Pokemon and pop-culture events in Singapore, check our events archive.

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Mega Skarmory Raid Day Is This Saturday — Bonuses, Counters and Tips

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Steel-winged and gold-plated, Mega Skarmory arrives in Pokémon GO for the very first time this Saturday, 27 June — and Singapore trainers have a tight three-hour window from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm local time to catch one. Here’s everything you need.

Mega Skarmory Makes Its Pokémon GO Global Debut

Niantic’s Skarmory Super Mega Raid Day kicks off at 2:00 pm on Saturday, 27 June 2026, running until 5:00 pm local time. This is Mega Skarmory’s first-ever appearance in the game — the Steel/Flying-type’s striking golden Mega form has never appeared in a Pokémon GO raid before. Every trainer starts from zero, with no carry-over Mega Level to lean on.

Shiny Skarmory encounter odds are boosted across the entire event window. In its shiny form, Mega Skarmory swaps the signature gold plumage for a muted grey-green — a striking visual flip from the default. Every Skarmory you catch during the event also starts with Mega Level 1 already unlocked, which saves Mega Energy down the line.

Skarmory official Pokémon artwork showing the Steel/Flying-type before its Mega Evolution
Image courtesy of The Pokémon Company

Event Bonuses — Free Passes, Shiny Boost and Paid Perks

Even free-to-play trainers get a solid set of bonuses just for showing up:

  • Up to 6 free Raid Passes from spinning Gym Photo Discs during the event window
  • Remote Raid Pass limit raised to 20 (active from Saturday 27 June at 8:00 am SGT through Sunday 28 June at 11:00 am SGT)
  • Every caught Skarmory starts with Mega Level 1 already unlocked
  • Increased shiny encounter rate from Super Mega Raids

The paid event ticket (US$4.99, roughly S$7 at current rates) rewards heavier raiders: up to 14 Raid Passes from Gyms, increased Rare Candy XL drops per raid, and a bonus 5,000 XP plus 5,000 Stardust for every Super Mega Raid completed. Niantic is also selling an Ultra Ticket Box (US$4.99) that bundles the event ticket with a bonus Premium Battle Pass — useful if you’re planning to chain multiple raids. Timed Research available during the event leads to a Premium Battle Pass and an encounter with Houndoom; complete it before 5:00 pm as it expires with the event.

Houndoom official Pokémon artwork — reward from Timed Research during the Skarmory Super Mega Raid Day
Image courtesy of The Pokémon Company — Houndoom is the Timed Research encounter reward this Raid Day

Best Counters for Mega Skarmory

Mega Skarmory’s Steel/Flying typing comes with one of the longest resist lists in the game — Dragon, Fairy, Flying, Ground, Normal, Psychic, Steel, Bug, Grass, and Poison all deal reduced damage. Stick to Electric and Fire moves exclusively for optimal DPS.

Top picks:

  • Mega Charizard Y — Fire Spin + Overheat
  • Shadow Heatran — Fire Spin + Magma Storm
  • Regieleki — Thunder Shock + Zap Cannon
  • Shadow Electivire — Thunder Shock + Wild Charge
  • Shadow Raikou — Thunder Shock + Wild Charge

Budget options: Chandelure, Cinderace, and Galarian Darmanitan are accessible picks that perform well without requiring Shadow purification or Mega Energy to activate.

Finding Raids Across Singapore

Super Mega Raids only appear at select Gyms during the event window. Before heading out, check the official web map at pokemongo.com/map to locate which Gyms near you will be hosting one. Gyms at high-traffic parks — East Coast Park, Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park, and around the Botanic Gardens MRT — tend to attract groups quickly on Raid Days. Super Mega Raids are built for teams, so coordinate with your local crew beforehand and plan multiple runs to make the most of your 6 free passes.

Full event details on the official Pokémon GO news page. More event guides for Singapore trainers in our archive.

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Elixir Esports CQ Opens 2 July — Their Largest Outlet Yet

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Singapore’s gaming cafe scene just levelled up. Elixir Esports is officially opening its largest outlet to date at CQ, Clarke Quay on 2 July 2026 — bringing its signature blend of professional-grade gaming, food and beverage, and live esports tournaments to one of the most iconic riverside districts in the city.

CQ Clarke Quay revamp key visual
Image courtesy of CQ @ Clarke Quay

What Is Elixir Esports?

Elixir Esports has been part of Singapore’s gaming scene since 2015, building a reputation for premium LAN-cafe experiences that go well beyond the old-school cyber cafe formula. Their outlets at Lavender, Beauty World, Holland Village, and The Cathay each share the same DNA: sleek, futuristic interiors, high-end hardware, and a setup that feels as much like a lifestyle space as a gaming venue.

Stations across their outlets run on ASUS ROG PCs equipped with AMD 9070 XT graphics cards, paired with ZOWIE peripherals and ASUS monitors — including 360 Hz panels in select rooms for the truly twitch-dependent. Pricing starts from S$6 per hour, with VIP rooms, five-person party suites, and an Elixir VIP membership tier for regulars.

The brand also holds a distinctive technical edge: Singapore’s first and only centralised server room, which keeps all the bulky CPU hardware hidden away so each station is cleaner, cooler, and physically roomier than a traditional setup.

Elixir Esports gaming cafe interior setup
Image courtesy of Elixir Esports

Elixir Esports CQ — What to Expect

The Clarke Quay outlet is billed as Elixir Esports’ biggest location to date, and will operate around the clock, 24 hours a day. It will house gaming facilities, a food and beverage section, and dedicated space for esports tournaments — making it one of the most complete gaming destinations in the city when it opens.

The CQ opening lands in the middle of a broader refresh for the riverside mall: CQ @ Clarke Quay announced eight new brands as part of a major tenant revamp in early 2026. Elixir Esports is one of the headline additions, a clear sign that gaming and esports culture has earned a permanent spot in mainstream Singapore entertainment.

Specific details on station count, the full F&B menu, and room configurations are expected to be confirmed around opening day — keep an eye on Elixir Esports’ official site and their Instagram @elixiresports.sg for the final word.

How to Get There

CQ @ Clarke Quay sits along the Singapore River and is a short walk from Clarke Quay MRT (NE5) on the North East Line. The area is well served by buses and taxis, and there’s plenty of dining and nightlife options nearby — ideal if you’re planning a longer outing around the gaming session.

Last words

A 24/7 flagship gaming outlet in Clarke Quay is the kind of thing Singapore gamers have been quietly hoping for. Whether you’re grinding ranked into the early hours, catching an esports final with friends, or just looking for a quality setup away from home, Elixir Esports CQ looks set to be one of the most compelling gaming spaces in the city. Pencil in 2 July.

Check out our coverage of more gaming events and openings in Singapore.

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Mika Nakashima Is Playing Singapore on 17 July 2026

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The voice of Nana Osaki. The singer of Darling in the FranXX‘s unforgettable opening theme. Mika Nakashima is bringing her Asia Tour 2026 to Singapore, and she plays The Star Theatre on 17 July 2026. If you’ve been sleeping on this, now is the time to act — tickets are already on sale via SISTIC.

Mika Nakashima Asia Tour 2026 in Singapore — The Star Theatre, 17 July
Image courtesy of Red Spade Entertainment

Who Is Mika Nakashima?

If you’ve spent any time in the anime world over the past two decades, you’ve already heard Mika Nakashima — you may just not have known her name. Born in Kyoto in 1983, she debuted as a singer in 2002 and quickly became one of Japan’s most recognisable voices.

For Singapore fans, two songs likely stand out most. The first is “KISS OF DEATH” (produced by HYDE), the electrifying opening theme for Darling in the FranXX (2018, A-1 Pictures / TRIGGER), which has racked up over 45 million streams on YouTube alone. The second is her role as Nana Osaki in the beloved 2006 anime series NANA — she not only voiced the punk-rock icon but performed in character as the frontwoman of fictional band BLAST, delivering songs like “GLAMOROUS SKY” that became inseparable from the show’s identity.

Outside of anime, she is perhaps best known for “Yuki no Hana” (2003), her debut winter ballad that sold millions and spawned hit covers across Hong Kong, China, South Korea, and Singapore.

KISS OF DEATH（Produced by HYDE） — via Mika Nakashima on YouTube

What to Expect at The Star Theatre

The Singapore date marks a significant milestone: Mika Nakashima is celebrating her 25th debut anniversary on this tour, and the production reflects that. Audiences can expect a full band backed by live string arrangements, covering her iconic classics alongside more recent works. The set runs approximately 120 minutes and will be performed in Japanese.

The tour has already made stops across Asia — Bangkok, Taipei, and Kuala Lumpur came earlier in the year — before finishing in Osaka and Tokyo. Singapore is part of the final international leg, and the SISTIC listing confirms it is an intimate, high-production show.

Tickets and How to Book

Tickets are available now through SISTIC (online or +65 6636 0055). Pricing runs from S$128 to S$328, depending on seating category. The concert is presented by Red Spade Entertainment.

  • Date: Friday, 17 July 2026
  • Time: 8:00 PM (doors 6:30 PM)
  • Venue: The Star Theatre, The Star Performing Arts Centre, 1 Vista Exchange Green, Singapore 138617
  • Tickets: S$128 – S$328 via SISTIC

Last words

Singapore has always had a deep connection to Japanese pop and anime culture, and Mika Nakashima is one of those artists whose voice is woven into that history. Whether you grew up with NANA, were glued to Darling in the FranXX, or simply know “Yuki no Hana” by heart — this is a rare chance to hear those songs performed live, with a full band, in a city that truly gets it. Check out our other events for more upcoming shows in Singapore.

Creators Super Fest Singapore 2026 official key visual
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Creators Super Fest Singapore 2026 Returns to Suntec

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Mark your calendars, Singapore: Creators Super Fest Singapore 2026 (#CSF26) is back, and organiser SOZO is promising a bigger, bolder celebration of art, cosplay, music and creativity. The festival lands at Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre on 11 and 12 July 2026, taking over three halls for a weekend built entirely around creators and the communities that love them.

Here’s a taste of the energy from last year’s edition, straight from the official AFA channel:

AFA Creators Super Fest Singapore 2025 Day 2 Highlights — via AFA – Anime Festival Asia on YouTube

What is Creators Super Fest Singapore 2026?

Born out of Anime Festival Asia’s Creators Hub, Creators Super Fest has grown into Southeast Asia’s own creative playground — a place where independent artists, cosplayers, musicians and crafters get a real stage. This year’s layout has been refreshed across three halls, with the main stage and key zones repositioned to make the experience smoother for everyone (full floor plan to come closer to the date).

SOZO founder and festival director Shawn Chin frames the mission simply, calling creators “the lifeblood of every creative ecosystem” in the festival’s media release. The Singapore Tourism Board is on board too: Guo Teyi, Director of Leisure Events, pointed to “Singapore’s growing role as a regional hub for creative communities” as exactly why events like this matter on the local calendar.

Four creative zones to explore

CSF26 is organised around four key zones, each with its own flavour:

Fans browsing artist and indie merchandise booths at the Creators Hub marketplace at AFA Creators Super Fest

Image courtesy of SOZO

  • Creators Hub — the beating heart of the festival, where illustrators, designers and indie brands sell exclusive art and one-of-a-kind merch, and fans get to meet the makers face to face.
  • Cosplay Hub — a dedicated showcase where star cosplayers take the spotlight. Meet your favourite talents up close, grab their merch, and soak up the community vibe.
  • Creators Lab — an expanded line-up of workshops, panels and interactive sessions aimed at aspiring artists and creative entrepreneurs. SOZO is still accepting speakers, so this is your shot if you’ve got skills to share.
  • Super Akiba Stage — live music, talk shows and live-drawing sessions running throughout the weekend.

A cosplayer posing with fans at the Cosplay Hub during AFA Creators Super Fest Singapore

Image courtesy of SOZO

Audience watching a panel session at the Creators Lab at AFA Creators Super Fest Singapore

Image courtesy of SOZO

First wave of special guest creators

The opening line-up brings four guests from Japan — three musicians for the Super Akiba Stage and one of the festival’s most-loved illustrators.

Creators Super Fest Singapore 2026 guest singer Kohana Lam key visual

Image courtesy of SOZO

Kohana Lam made her name on YouTube with cover videos sung “while crying” and with a lot of emotion — a channel that has now passed 680,000 subscribers. Her cover of “Kokoronashi” alone has racked up more than 15 million views, and she’s since lent her vocals to anime ending themes for The Dangers in My Heart and My Friend’s Little Sister Has It In for Me!

Creators Super Fest Singapore 2026 guest singer-songwriter Rie fu key visual

Image courtesy of SOZO

Rie fu is a singer-songwriter, painter and translator whose music reached fans across Asia through anime — she performed “Life is Like a Boat” from Bleach and “Tsukiakari” from Darker than Black. A Central Saint Martins fine-art graduate, she paints much of her own release artwork, and after relocating to Singapore in 2025 she’s a genuine local-and-international crossover act.

Creators Super Fest Singapore 2026 guest pianist Yomii key visual

Image courtesy of SOZO

Yomii is a pianist and composer with a rhythm-gaming background, which shows in his razor-sharp timing. His performances and arrangements — turning familiar game and anime themes into emotional piano pieces — have pulled in over 700 million views on YouTube.

Creators Super Fest Singapore 2026 guest illustrator lack key visual

Image courtesy of SOZO

lack is the freelance illustrator behind TCG art and character designs for the likes of Fate/Grand Order and Touken Ranbu ONLINE, plus VTuber designs including Shiranui Flare, Makaino Ririmu, Lain Paterson and Aruran. For #CSF26, lack has drawn a brand-new version of the festival’s official mascot, Seika — the same artist behind this year’s striking key visual.

A pathway to Japan: Asia Creators Cross

Cosplayer and fans at an artist booth during AFA Creators Super Fest Singapore

Image courtesy of SOZO

Here’s the part local creators will want to read twice. Through Asia Creators Cross — a partnership between Japan’s Dwango and SOZO — selected Creators Hub and Cosplay Hub participants stand a chance to be picked for Nico Nico Chokaigi 2027 in Japan, one of the biggest creator festivals in the world. Selection is subject to eligibility, application procedures and booth guidelines (other T&Cs apply), but it’s a rare, concrete route from a Suntec booth to a stage in Japan.

Tickets and how to go

Creators Super Fest Singapore 2026 ticketing information: S$15 one-day pass and S$27 two-day package

Image courtesy of SOZO

Pricing is wallet-friendly this year. A 1-Day Pass is S$15 (valid for either Saturday or Sunday), while the 2-Day package is S$27 — saving you S$3, with a single wristband covering both days (don’t remove or damage it). Note that prices exclude a ticketing and administration fee of S$1.80 per ticket.

Tickets go on sale 18 June from 11am SGT via ticketing.sozolive.asia/csf26. Full event details are on the official Creators Super Fest website.

Creators Super Fest Singapore 2026
📅 11–12 July 2026
📍 Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, Hall 403–405

If you’re into anime, cosplay and the SG creator scene, this one belongs on your July shortlist. For more local happenings, check out our other events coverage and the latest in manga and anime.

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Aozora Market Returns to Suntec This July — Free-Entry ACG Fair

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Singapore’s ACG event calendar keeps filling up for mid-year, and the latest addition is one to bookmark: Aozora Market is coming to Suntec Convention Hall 405 on 18–19 July 2026, with free entry and a full artist alley for anime, cosplay, and gaming fans.

Aozora Market 2026 Singapore key visual
Image courtesy of Aozora Market

What Is Aozora Market?

Aozora Market is an artist-focused anime, cosplay, and gaming (ACG) convention created by the team behind Hanami Market. The concept centres on the Artist Alley — a floor space where illustrators, crafters, and doujin creators set up tables to share original works and fandom-inspired art directly with attendees. If you’ve been to Hanami Market before, think of Aozora as the same community spirit, scaled up for a Suntec hall.

Event Details at a Glance

  • Dates: Saturday 18 July – Sunday 19 July 2026
  • Hours: 11 AM – 7 PM (both days)
  • Venue: Suntec City Convention Centre, Hall 405 (nearest MRT: Esplanade, CC3)
  • Admission: Free
  • Bag checks conducted at the door for safety
Aozora Market artist alley and cosplay community
Image courtesy of Aozora Market

What to Expect Inside

Artist Alley is the beating heart of the fair, with illustrators, doujin creators, crafters, TCG designers, and makers sharing their work. The organisers describe it as a space where “original works, fandom-inspired creations, and the artists who bring them to life” all share the same floor — a welcome contrast to commercial-heavy expos.

Beyond the tables, there’s a Stamp Rally: collect stamps from participating booths and redeem them for exclusive prizes — a nice reason to wander the full hall rather than beelining for one or two favourite artists. There will also be a dedicated trading card games (TCG) section connecting fan-made card creators with players.

Collaborations with cosplayers and brands are still being confirmed, so expect more announcements from the organisers in the weeks ahead. Follow @hanamimkt on Instagram for the latest updates.

Last Words

Free entry, Suntec, a proper artist alley, and a stamp rally — Aozora Market has all the ingredients for a strong mid-July weekend. If you enjoyed Hanami Market or you’re a regular at local ACG fairs, this is one to put in the calendar now. We’ll update this post when the full exhibitor line-up and any guest announcements drop. Check our Events section for the rest of the Singapore gaming and anime calendar.