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Event Overview

• Name: The 15th World Character Summit in Hanyu
• Date & Time: Saturday, Nov 21 & Sunday, Nov 22, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• Venue: Hanyu City Hall & Hanyu Heiwa (Peace) Park
  　　　　　(6-15 Higashi, Hanyu City, Saitama Prefecture, Japan)
• Program: Stage performances by local characters from across Japan and promotional booths highlighting regional charms.
• Organizers: World Character Summit in Hanyu Executive Committee / Hanyu City

Important Notice:
To participate in each event as a character, please apply through the official event website or follow the instructions provided by each event organizer.