FLAG Inc. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Hiroaki Kubo, hereinafter "FLAG") and Real Akiba Inc. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director CEO: Keita Sakakibara, hereinafter "Real Akiba") are pleased to announce that the experiential festival "ANIME UTAGE -The Japan Junction-", centered on Japanese anime and anisong culture, will be held in Los Angeles, USA in 2027. We are also seeking partner companies, including IP holders aiming for North American expansion, and various sponsor companies. Recruitment of IP Holders and Sponsor Companies Begins ■ Event Overview Event Name ANIME UTAGE -The Japan Junction- Event Period 2027 (Specific dates to be announced later) Venue Los Angeles, USA Organizer FLAG Inc. Planning and Production Real Akiba Inc. Concept An immersive festival delivering Japanese anime and anisong culture to North America as experiential content ■ Background and Objectives Interest in Japanese anime and anisong culture is rapidly expanding in North America, with related events like Anime Expo drawing hundreds of thousands of fans annually. However, despite the rapid growth in interest, the number of dedicated anime events in North America remains limited, and the available event options are not keeping pace with the fans' enthusiasm. By incorporating elements of "experience" such as anisong live performances and immersive content, we believe we can create a unique event unlike any other. ANIME UTAGE, as an immersive festival combining anisong live performances, IP experience zones, and participatory content, aims to meet this market demand and provide a platform for Japanese IPs and brands to directly reach the core North American fan base. ■ Regarding Recruitment of Partner and Sponsor Companies This event is widely seeking partnerships and sponsorships from the following companies and organizations: Japanese IP holders (anime, games, music, etc.) aiming for expansion and increased recognition in the North Ameri