{"id":51618,"date":"2025-10-31T21:07:14","date_gmt":"2025-11-01T01:07:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jetwit.com\/wordpress\/?p=51618"},"modified":"2025-11-19T13:21:19","modified_gmt":"2025-11-19T17:21:19","slug":"nippon-in-new-york-one-piece-x-mercer-labs-angels-egg-4k-flow","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jetwit.com\/wordpress\/2025\/10\/31\/nippon-in-new-york-one-piece-x-mercer-labs-angels-egg-4k-flow\/","title":{"rendered":"Nippon in New York: ONE PIECE x MERCER LABS, \u2018Angel\u2019s Egg\u2019 4K, \u2019Kokuho’"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

By<\/em><\/strong> <\/em><\/strong>JQ magazine<\/em><\/strong><\/a> editor<\/em><\/strong> <\/em><\/strong>Justin<\/em> Tedaldi<\/em><\/strong><\/a> (CIR<\/em><\/strong> <\/em><\/strong>Kobe-shi<\/em><\/strong><\/a>, 2001-02). Justin<\/em><\/strong> has<\/em><\/strong> written<\/em><\/strong> about<\/em><\/strong> Japanese<\/em><\/strong> arts<\/em><\/strong> and<\/em><\/strong> entertainment<\/em><\/strong> for<\/em><\/strong> JETAA<\/em><\/strong> since 2005. For<\/em><\/strong> more<\/em><\/strong> of<\/em><\/strong> his<\/em><\/strong> articles,<\/em><\/strong> <\/em><\/strong>click<\/em> here<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/em><\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The events of the month ahead promise to be as rich and full as autumn itself\u2014brisk and colorful, with a dash of unpredictability. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This month\u2019s highlights include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Peter Murdock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Now through November 30<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ONE PIECE x MERCER LABS<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mercer Labs<\/strong><\/a>, 21 Dey Street<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

From $55<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since its debut more than a quarter century ago, One Piece<\/em> has grown into a franchise that currently spans 15 feature films, multiple video games, a trading card game, and a continually expanding catalog of licensed merchandise and location-based entertainment. This all-new exhibition spans 11 rooms at Mercer Labs and is based on the Land of Wano Arc from the One Piece<\/em> anime series. \u201cWe\u2019re thrilled to partner with Mercer Labs to create ONE PIECE x MERCER LABS and bring this cutting-edge immersive One Piece<\/em> experience to fans in New York City,\u201d said Lisa Yamatoya, Senior Director and Head of Marketing at Toei Animation Inc. \u201cFor over 25 years, One Piece<\/em> has delighted audiences worldwide through the imaginative storytelling and colorful characters created by Eiichiro Oda. This exhibition offers fans and newcomers alike a rare opportunity to step inside the world of One Piece<\/em> and experience it in an entirely new way.\u201d Join the Straw Hat Crew and step aboard the Thousand Sunny<\/em> and meet the future King of the Pirates!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Toho<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Saturday, November 1, 4:00 p.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Godzilla in Context: 70 Years of Monster History<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Japan Society<\/strong><\/a>, 333 East 47th Street<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

$15-$20<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The original Godzilla<\/em> film was first released on Nov 3, 1954, and this date is now remembered each year as \u201cGodzilla Day,\u201d paying tribute to the birth of Japan\u2019s most famous monster. In honor of this year\u2019s Godzilla Day, Japan Society will host author Steve Ryfle (70 Years of Godzilla<\/em>) for a special anniversary talk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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\u00a9 2025 Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

November 5, 9<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rocky IV: Rocky vs Drago \u2013 The Ultimate Director\u2019s Cut<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Various theaters<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Various prices<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The most triumphant sports-drama franchise in history returns with a new look in Fathom Entertainment\u2019s exclusive presentation of Rocky IV: Rocky vs. Drago<\/em>! Director, writer and star Sylvester Stallone masterfully reshapes Rocky IV<\/em> in this ultimate director\u2019s cut, including new footage. With more intense fight scenes, world heavyweight champion Rocky Balboa (Stallone) defends his title once again, this time against Drago (Dolph Lundgren), a six-foot-four, 261-pound fighter who has the backing of the Soviet Union. This Fathom\u2019s Big Screen Classics release includes exclusive insights from Leonard Maltin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u00a9 Yasuomi Umetsu, Shaft\/Aniplex<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

November 11, 13<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Virgin Punk: Clockwork Girl<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Various theaters<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Various prices<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The year is 2099. Humanity has advanced, overcoming all injuries and illnesses with the development of the Medical Android Technology “Somadea.” However, along with the development of Somadea, crimes misusing said technology have rapidly increased. Somadea grants physical abilities far superior to those of normal flesh and blood, and by illegally modifying it, Somadea can be misused for criminal purposes. To deal with these Somadea crimes, the government established the Bounty Hunter System. Civilians registered as bounty hunters are permitted to kill illegal Somadea users designated as wanted criminals by the police. In return, they are rewarded with large amounts of bounty money. In this unforgiving world, Ubu Kamigori makes a living hunting down criminals as a bounty hunter. But one day, when she returns home from a job, she finds the man with whom she has a sordid history waiting there \u2013 Mr. Elegance. And so, her destiny begins to unravel. A tale woven by mechanical girls and the smell of gunpowder smoke, this suspenseful action begins!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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GKIDS<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

November 12 (Dolby early access), 15 (Metrograph), November 19-20 (citywide)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Angel\u2019s Egg<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Various theaters<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Various prices<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

New 4K restoration personally supervised by director Mamoru Oshii (Ghost in the Shell<\/em>)! Made in collaboration with storied illustrator Yoshitaka Amano (Final Fantasy<\/em>, Vampire Hunter D<\/em>), Oshii\u2019s lyrical animated allegory, rich in Biblical allusions and parsimonious in spoken dialogue, follows a young girl traveling through the ruins of a post-apocalyptic cityscape, placing all of her hopes for the future in her most treasured possession: an egg that she fervently believes will eventually hatch an angel, soon to draw unwanted attention from the boy who becomes her lone companion. A work of bewildering beauties and insoluble mysteries, Angel\u2019s Egg<\/em> makes its American 40th anniversary theatrical debut across the country Nov. 12 in Dolby Cinema, which combines the highest standard of cinematic picture and sound with Dolby Vision + Atmos. Rediscover an enduring anime classic on the big screen in this breathtaking premium format!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Kosuke Yoshino<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Friday, November 14, 8:00 p.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

An Evening of Traditional Japanese Arts<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Carnegie Hall<\/strong><\/a>, 881 Seventh Avenue<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

From $75.50<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Part of Carnegie Hall\u2019s monthlong Spotlight on Japan<\/a>, which celebrates the music and culture of Japan with events that span multiple art forms and musical genres. Discover the heritage and evolution of Noh and Kabuki theater, taiko drumming, the three-stringed shamisen, and more led by today\u2019s foremost actors, musicians, and representatives of art forms that have been handed down and passionately studied for centuries. Performers include Hirotada Kamei, Noh Musician; Denzaemon Tanaka, Kabuki Musician; Denjiro Tanaka, Kabuki Musician; Yoshimasa Kanze, Noh Actor; Takanobu Sakaguchi, Noh Actor; Saburota Kanze, Noh Actor; Hayato Nakamura, Kabuki Actor; Hiromitsu Agatsuma, Shamisen; Kouki Agatsuma, Shamisen; Masaru Tsuji, Wadaiko; Suguha Otani, Japanese Dance; Yumi Kurosawa, Koto; Takuya Iwata, Shakuhachi; Yuichi Otsuki, Noh Actor; Manabu Takeichi, Noh Musician; Wakichi Kineya, Nagauta Singer; Chotatsuro Imafuji, Nagauta Shamisen; Kineya Gotaro, Nagauta Musician; Kineya Katsueiji, Nagauta Musician; Kineya Katsukuniharu, Nagauta Musician; Imafuji Tatsujuro, Nagauta Musician; Kan Fukuhara, Shinobue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u00a9 Photo by HARU<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

November 15-16<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Seven Bridges (Hashi-zu)<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Japan Society<\/strong><\/a>, 333 East 47th Street<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

$36, $48<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Saturday, November 15 at 7:30 pm
Sunday, November 16 at 2:30 pm\u2014Followed by an Artist Q&A<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Acclaimed for converting great authors\u2019 novels into disarmingly charming-yet-satirical performances told almost entirely through movement, Tokyo-based CHAiroiPLIN (a pun on Charlie Chaplin\u2019s name) takes on Yukio Mishima\u2019s little-known short story for its North American debut. In The Seven Bridges, following a fanciful superstition that crossing seven bridges without conversing with anyone on a full moon night will make their wishes come true, four women set out on a journey under the watchful gaze of the Moon. Obliterating the line between dance and theater, CHAiroiPLIN, founded and led by young choreographer Takuro Suzuki, infuses eye-popping color, catchy music, arresting movement and slapstick humor into Mishima\u2019s compact reflection on ritual and desire. Which woman will cross the seventh bridge \u2013 and, for what kind of wish? Performed in Japanese with English supertitles.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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GKIDS<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

November 15-19<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Boy and the Heron<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Various theaters<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Various prices<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fathom Entertainment proudly presents the final film in this year\u2019s Studio Ghibli Fest! After losing his mother during the war, young Mahito moves to his family\u2019s estate in the countryside. There, a series of mysterious events lead him to a secluded and ancient tower, home to a mischievous gray heron. When Mahito\u2019s new stepmother disappears, he follows the gray heron into the tower, and enters a fantastic world shared by the living and the dead. As he embarks on an epic journey with the heron as his guide, Mahito must uncover the secrets of this world, and the truth about himself. This Academy Award-winning film from the legendary Hayao Miyazaki (presented in sub and dub versions) features the voices of Christian Bale, Dave Bautista, Gemma Chan, Willem Dafoe, Karen Fukuhara, Mark Hamill, Robert Pattinson and Florence Pugh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Courtesy of Palladiumtimessquare.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Monday, November 17, 8:00 p.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

FLOW WORLD TOUR 2025 – NARUTO THE ROCK<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Palladium Times Square<\/strong><\/a>, 1515 Broadway<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

From $75.60<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since their major debut in 2003 with the single \u201cBlaster,\u201d FLOW has released many hit songs into the world with the strength of their melodies woven by the twin vocals and their wide range of genre and musicality. They have a strong reputation for the work they have done with anime, including the opening theme \u201cGO!!!\u201d for \u201cNARUTO,\u201d \u201cCOLORS,\u201d for \u201cCode Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion,\u201d and \u201cKaze no Uta,\u201d for \u201cTales of Zestiria: The Cross.\u201d From 2024, the band held their largest world tour in the history of the band, \u201cANIME SHIBARI,\u201d traveling to North America, Europe, the Middle East, South America, and Asia over the course of about a year, starting with a performance in Australia. In May 2025, the ending theme \u201cAlright!!\u201d was released for the TV anime \u201cFrom Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman.\u201d  In June, they hosted the anime song rock festival \u201cFLOW THE FESTIVAL 2025\u201d over the course of two days, after holding the first one the year before,  and have continued to perform energetically even more than 20 years since their debut.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u00a92025 \u201cKOKUHO\u201d Film Partners<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

November 21-27<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kokuho<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Angelika Film Center & Cafe<\/strong><\/a>, 18 West Houston Street<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

$17, 19<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

One-Week Limited Engagement Academy-Qualifying Run (Best International Feature Film, Japan)<\/em>! Nagasaki, 1964. After the death of his father, the leader of a yakuza gang, 14-year-old Kikuo is taken under the wing of a famous Kabuki actor. Alongside Shunsuke, the actor\u2019s only son, Kikuo decides to dedicate himself to this traditional form of theatre. Across decades, the two young men grow and evolve together \u2013 from acting school to the grandest stages \u2013 amid scandals and glory, brotherhood and betrayals, as each pushes to become the greatest living Kabuki master. Directed by Sang-il Lee (Hula Girls<\/em>). Written by Satoko Okudera (Wolf Children<\/em>) and Sh\u00fbichi Yoshida (original novel). Starring Ryo Yoshizawa (Kingdom<\/em>), Ryusei Yokohama (Your Eyes Tell<\/em>) and Ken Watanabe (The Last Samurai<\/em>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Courtesy of Sonyhall.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Saturday, November 22, 8:00 p.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jake Shimabukuro<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sony Hall<\/strong><\/a>, 235 West 46th Street<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

From $37<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since gaining prominence in the early 2000\u2019s, ukulele marvel Jake Shimabukuro has mesmerized audiences with his innovative and dynamic style, taking the instrument to dizzying new heights. Over a dozen solo albums, Shimabukuro has shown a knack for moving effortlessly between genres, sometimes in the same song. After being taught the instrument by his mother at age four, Jake became a local phenom, performing on his own and in a local group Pure Heart. Early in his solo career he became a YouTube sensation when his cover of George Harrison\u2019s \u201cWhile My Guitar Gently Weeps\u201d went viral. Now, Shimabukuro joins forces with Mick Fleetwood to release his latest album Blues Experience, a powerful fusion of their distinct musical styles blending Jake\u2019s innovative approach to the ukulele with Mick\u2019s legendary rhythm. Fans can look forward to an album that pushes boundaries while honoring the timeless quality of the music they both cherish. This solo performance will feature new cuts from this bold and forward-looking album deeply rooted in tradition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u00a9 Toho Co., Ltd.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tuesday, November 25, 7:00 p.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Totto-chan: The Little Girl at the Window<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Japan Society<\/strong><\/a>, 333 East 47th Street<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

$12, $16<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Totto-chan: The Little Girl at the Window<\/em> is a beloved classic of Japanese literature and the bestselling book of all time in Japan. An autobiographical memoir written by Tetsuko Kuroyanagi, UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador and renowned Japanese television personality, the book was published in 1981 in Japan and has since gone on to be translated into Chinese, English, French, Indonesian, Italian, Korean, Mongolian, Thai, Vietnamese and more. Now, the long-awaited sequel published by Kodansha is coming to America! This special screening of the hit 2023 anime film for The Little Girl at the Window<\/em> features a panel discussion and book signing with Yuki Tejima, translator; Alexandra McCullough-Garcia, editor; and Nathan Shockey, Associate Professor of Japanese at Bard College.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Courtesy of Websterhall.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Friday, November 28, 8:00 p.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lamp: Future Behind Me: The Americas World Tour<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Webster Hall<\/strong><\/a>, 125 East 11th Street<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

$120 (preferred balcony), $216.16 (VIP soundcheck + meet & greet experience)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lamp is a Tokyo-based Japanese indie pop band formed in 2000 composed of guitarist Taiyo Someya, and vocalists and multi instrumentalists Yusuke Nagai and Kaori Sakakibara. A shared interest in 1960s American and British music inspired the trio to co-write songs together. After writing enough songs for a demo tape, they played their first show in 2001 in a small bar in Japan. In 2002 they signed a record deal with now-defunct label Motel Bleu, and released their debut album Soyokaze Apartment Room 201 a year later. Despite Lamp recording and releasing multiple albums throughout the decade, their popularity in their early years was restricted to Asia only, with the band exclusively performing music in Japan, China, South Korea, and Taiwan. In 2021, however, their song “Yume Utsutsu” (“Half Asleep”) was used in multiple TikTok videos which went viral. Subsequently, their music received widespread popularity in the West.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more <\/em>JQ articles, click <\/em><\/strong>here<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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By JQ magazine editor Justin Tedaldi (CIR Kobe-shi, 2001-02). Justin has written about Japanese arts and entertainment for JETAA since 2005. For more of his articles, click here.  The events of the month ahead promise to be as rich and full as autumn itself\u2014brisk and colorful, with a dash of unpredictability.  This month\u2019s highlights include: Now through November 30 ONE PIECE x […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","default_image_id":0,"font":"","enabled":false},"version":2}},"categories":[4,26,53,263,369,291,21],"tags":[1615,1614,1217],"class_list":["post-51618","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-articlejournalism","category-celebrity","category-events","category-film","category-japan-local","category-jq-magazine","category-music","tag-jq-magazine","tag-justin-tedaldi","tag-nippon"],"aioseo_notices":[],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/pkZ7m-dqy","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/jetwit.com\/wordpress\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/51618","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/jetwit.com\/wordpress\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/jetwit.com\/wordpress\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jetwit.com\/wordpress\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jetwit.com\/wordpress\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=51618"}],"version-history":[{"count":8,"href":"https:\/\/jetwit.com\/wordpress\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/51618\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":51676,"href":"https:\/\/jetwit.com\/wordpress\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/51618\/revisions\/51676"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/jetwit.com\/wordpress\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=51618"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jetwit.com\/wordpress\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=51618"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jetwit.com\/wordpress\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=51618"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}