An unusual collaboration between an aerial display and a local mascot! Kobe-born Kappa Taro will be holding a “floating” Kobe quiz at OS Cinemas Kobe Harborland! Image
URL: Kappa Taro Co., Ltd. Press release: October 15, 2025 To Members of the Press A unique collaboration between an aerial display and a local mascot! Kobe-born Kappa Taro will be holding a “floating” Kobe quiz at OS Cinemas Kobe Harborland! ~Utilizing cutting-edge next-generation technology to promote the appeal of Kobe through regional
collaborative content~ Kappa Taro Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture; CEO: Ayumu Gondo), producer of the Kobe-born mascot “Kappa Taro,” will be holding a limited-time community collaboration project at OS Cinemas Kobe Harborland using the next-generation “aerial display” “MIRAI PIX(R)” until Saturday, October 25th. This project is part of a demonstration experiment currently being conducted at OS Cinemas Kobe Harborland using the aerial display “MIRAI PIX(R)” developed by MIRAIBAR Inc. (Headquarters: Yatsushiro City, Kumamoto Prefecture; President and CEO: Haruki Tamamizu). It is a unique collaboration that combines cutting-edge technology with local content. Using the aerial imaging technology of the MIRAI PIX(R) aerial display installed at the entrance to the cinema, Kobe’s local mascot, Kappa Taro, will guide visitors through a multiple-choice quiz about the attractions of Kobe. With the cooperation of OS Cinemas, a cinema with deep roots in the community that is involved in various community collaboration initiatives, Kobe-based Kappa Taro will utilize the latest technology to create entertainment content that contributes to the community, providing an opportunity for cinemagoers and local residents to learn more about the attractions of Kobe.
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multiple-choice quizzes about Kobe’s tourist spots (animation time: approximately 2 minutes) Navigator: Kappa Taro, an original Kobe mascot character Usage Fee: Free Event Period:Scheduled until Saturday, October 25th Benefits:Free distribution of original Kappa Taro stickers (stickers will be available in designated locations) About Kappa Taro, the Kobe-born mascot character Kappa Taro is a mascot character born in Kobe, a city blessed with abundant rivers that connect the mountains and sea, including the Omote Rokko River system, the Akashi River system, and the Muko River system. Kappa are worshipped as water spirits, and their legends have been passed down to the present day. As a mascot character who “communicates” and “connects,” Kappa Taro will communicate the charms of Kobe in a fun and unique way. The sunglasses symbolize the sophisticated image of Kobe, a city that has pioneered intercultural exchange. Their catchphrase, “Let’s take it easy,” exudes a laid-back vibe while also getting straight to the point, bringing comfort and smiles to people weary of modern society.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/164804/4/164804-4-dc54e63340f01480452787109c889fca-1281×1277.jpg *Trademark registration for “Kappa Taro” is pending. About “MIRAI PIX(R)” “MIRAI PIX(R)” is a next-generation display developed exclusively by MIRAIBAR Inc., using aerial imaging technology that allows for contactless operation. It offers a new digital experience, with the visual impact of images appearing to float in the air, and the contactless nature of the display.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/164804/4/164804-4-09fb8a54d4fe8cf785c6678bfbad7c5a-2117×2700.jpg Event Venue Overview OS Cinemas Kobe Harborland -Location: 5th floor, Kobe Harborland umie South Mall, 1-7-2 Higashi-Kawasaki-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe City -Access: Approximately 5 minutes walk from the central ticket gate of JR Kobe Station -URL: https://www.oscinemas.net ・Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/os_cinemas/
・X：https://twitter.com/OS_Cinemas Overview of each company Kappa Taro Co., Ltd. Headquarters: Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture Established: July 2025 -Representative: Representative Director Ayumu Gondo -Business Description: AI animation video production, planning and sales of merchandise featuring the original mascot “Kappa Taro,” and character licensing -URL: https://note.com/gongawara/n/n41db1e10bec7 ※The website is currently under construction. ・Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/kappataro3 ・X: https://x.com/kappataro_manga MIRAIBAR Co., Ltd. Head Office: 1302 Arisa, Kagami-cho, Yatsushiro City, Kumamoto Prefecture – Established: March 16, 2018 –
Representative: President and CEO, Akinori Tamamizu – Business: Development, sales, maintenance, management, etc. of the aerial display “MIRAI PIX(R)” URL: https://mirai-bar.co.jp/ For more information about this release