Minami Kuribayashi "Quater Century" Photo Book EP Release Event at Animate Akihabara

A release event for Minami Kuribayashi's EP "Quater Century" featuring a photo book will be held at Animate Akihabara. The event is scheduled for Sunday, August 16, 2026, at the Animate Akihabara Building 1, 7th Floor Event Space. Minami Kuribayashi herself will participate in a talk session and autograph session.

Event Overview

This special event celebrates the release of Minami Kuribayashi's EP "Quater Century," which includes a photo book. Attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy a talk session with the artist and receive an autograph on their purchased photo book. It is crucial to bring the "Quater Century" photo book to the event for the autograph. A name (nickname) for the autograph should be written on a form provided on the day and submitted to staff just before the session. Please note that autographs without a name will not be provided. Nicknames must be between 1 and 10 characters, consisting of hiragana, katakana, alphabet, or numbers only. Symbols and punctuation are not permitted. Furthermore, participants cannot ask Minami Kuribayashi to choose a nickname. The staff reserves the right to request changes to any deemed inappropriate.

Participation Method and Notes

Participation in the event requires an event entry ticket. These tickets are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis to customers who pre-order (with full payment) or purchase the target product, "Minami Kuribayashi 'Quater Century'" (released August 3, 2026, priced at 8,000 yen including tax) at designated Animate stores. Tickets are limited and will be given out until supplies last. One ticket is allowed per purchase and per person per transaction. Ticket distribution begins on Saturday, July 18, 2026. Full payment for pre-orders must be made in cash; credit cards and Animate points cannot be used. Event entry tickets cannot be reissued under any circumstances, including loss, theft, or damage, so please keep them in a safe place. There is a possibility of additional sales at the venue on the event day.

Event Information

• Event Name: Minami Kuribayashi "Quater Century" Photo Book EP Release Event
• Venue: Animate Akihabara
• Venue Address: 4-3-2 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
• Date & Time: Sunday, August 16, 2026. Doors open 13:20 / Event starts 14:00 (Gathering time is indicated on the event ticket)
• Guest: Minami Kuribayashi
• Event Content: Talk & Autograph Session
• Eligible Product: Minami Kuribayashi "Quater Century" (Released August 3, 2026)
• Ticket Distribution Start Date: Saturday, July 18, 2026
• How to Obtain Ticket: Pre-order/purchase eligible product with full payment (first-come, first-served)
• Ticket Limit: 1 ticket per person per transaction
• Price: Purchase of the eligible product is required (no separate event fee mentioned)

Access

Animate Akihabara is easily accessible from JR Akihabara Station and Tokyo Metro Suehirocho Station. For the latest information on ticket availability, please contact the distribution stores directly. Please check the official website and your event ticket for details on items to bring and other important notices for the event day.