Japan Pop & Co. Festival to Immerse Saint-Girons in Japanese Culture

Saint-Girons, France, is set to host its first “Japan Pop & Co.” festival on February 25, 2026, at the Salle Max Linder. The event, organized by the Micro-Folie de Saint-Girons, LE&C Grand Sud, the Couserans-Pyrénées public reading network, and the local toy library, will celebrate the vibrant “pop” culture of Japan, including manga, anime, music, games, and cosplay. Ville de Saint Girons, Gazette Ariégeoise

A Day of Japanese Entertainment

The festival will run from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM, with free entry. Attendees can expect a diverse range of activities catering to fans of all ages, and interests. Gazette Ariégeoise

• Manga and Anime: Explore the world of Japanese comics and animation.
• Exhibitions: Discover art and photography inspired by Japanese culture.
• Music: Enjoy Japanese-inspired musical performances.
• Games: Participate in various games and activities.
• Cosplay: Showcase your favorite characters through cosplay (entry is free and open to all). Couserans Pyrénées

Anime Screening: “Alice in Wonderland: Dive in Wonderland”

Following the festival, at 6:00 PM, the Salle Max Linder will screen the anime film “Alice in Wonderland: Dive in Wonderland,” released in 2025. This contemporary adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s classic tells the story of Rise, a student who finds herself transported to Wonderland and guided by Alice through a fantastical world. Gazette Ariégeoise

Tickets for the anime screening are priced as follows: €6 for general admission, €4.6 for reduced admission, and €4 for those under 14 years vintage. Gazette Ariégeoise

Morning Activities at Micro-Folie

The Micro-Folie will likewise host earlier events on February 25th:

• 10:00 AM: A guided tour titled “The Arts of Japan,” exploring the history of Japanese art and its influence on European Impressionists. Couserans Pyrénées
• 11:30 AM: A mask-making workshop for children aged 5 and up. Couserans Pyrénées

The event is supported by the Pôle Jeunesse, LEC Grand Sud, the public reading network, and the Couserans toy library. Gazette Ariégeoise

LEC Grand Sud is also involved in the organization of the event.