Unveiling the World of Meteor Showers with BUMP OF CHICKEN's Music: August Screening Ticket Sales Announced!

Konica Minolta Planetarium Co., Ltd. (President and CEO: Yumiko Moto; operating five venues in Yurakucho, Ikebukuro, Oshiage, Yokohama, and Nagoya) announces ticket sale information for the August screenings of 'Searching for Shooting Stars feat. BUMP OF CHICKEN,' currently showing at all five 'Konica Minolta Planetarium' locations starting July 3, 2026.

August Screening Tickets On Sale from July 23

Tickets for screenings from August 1 (Sat) to August 31 (Mon), 2026, will be sold exclusively online, starting simultaneously on July 23 (Thu) at 14:00. Information regarding ticket sales for September and beyond will be announced at a later date.

[Online Purchase]

Screenings from August 1 (Sat) to August 31 (Mon), 2026 — On sale from July 23 (Thu) at 14:00.

Introduction of a 'Waiting Screen' During Ticket Sales

To ensure stable service access during high-traffic periods at ticket launch, a 'waiting screen' system will be introduced during the ticket purchasing process. Depending on traffic volume, users will be directed to a waiting screen and gradually advanced to the sales page in sequence. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

On-Site Merchandise Sales

Starting in August, official merchandise for 'Searching for Shooting Stars feat. BUMP OF CHICKEN' can be purchased by anyone at the venue, regardless of whether they hold a same-day screening ticket. Please note that certain items may temporarily be out of stock or sold out. Additionally, sales methods may be adjusted depending on crowd conditions. For full details on merchandise, please visit:

https://planetarium.konicaminolta.jp/event/bumpofchicken_goods/?rl=260716_all_bump_goods

Program Overview: 'Searching for Shooting Stars feat. BUMP OF CHICKEN'

● Screening Period: From July 3, 2026

● Runtime: Approximately 40 minutes

● Venues: Konica Minolta Planetarium Theater TOKYO (Yurakucho) / Konica Minolta Planetarium Theater YOKOHAMA (Yokohama) / Konica Minolta Planetarium Manten in Sunshine City (Ikebukuro) / Konica Minolta Planetarium Tenku in Tokyo Skytree Town® (Oshiage) / Konica Minolta Planetarium Manten NAGOYA (Nagoya)

For more details, please visit the official website:

https://planetarium.konicaminolta.jp/program/bumpofchicken?rl=260716_all_boc

● Artist Profile ●

Music: BUMP OF CHICKEN

A four-member rock band from Sakura City, Chiba Prefecture (Vocals/Guitar: Motoharu Fujimoto, Guitar: Hiroaki Masukawa, Bass: Yoshifumi Naoi, Drums: Hideo Masu). Formed on February 11, 1996, they made their major debut in September 2000 with the single 'Diamond.' They rose to fame with 'Tentai Kansoku (Celestial Observation)' and have since produced numerous hit songs. In 2024, they released their 10th album 'Iris' and held arena and dome tours totaling 500,000 attendees. In 2026, marking their 30th anniversary, they will launch the nationwide tour 'BUMP OF CHICKEN TOUR 2026-2027 Ratio Clavis' in October.

Narration: Daiki Yamashita

Born September 7, from Shizuoka Prefecture. Debuted as a voice actor in 2012 and won the Best New Actor Award at the 8th Seiyu Awards in 2014. He has starred in popular series such as 'Yowamushi Pedal,' 'My Hero Academia,' and 'Pokémon.'

Other notable roles include 'JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Golden Wind,' 'Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba,' and 'Shabake.'

3D Sound System 'SOUND DOME®' — Theater TOKYO / Planetarium Tenku

The DOME2 theater at Konica Minolta Planetarium Theater TOKYO (Yurakucho) and Planetarium Tenku (Oshiage) feature Konica Minolta Planetarium's proprietary 3D sound system, 'SOUND DOME®.' Utilizing 43 speakers and 4 subwoofers, SOUND DOME® delivers immersive, three-dimensional audio that adds depth and presence to the expansive visual dome. In this production, carefully layered ambient sounds—such as wind, air movement, and environmental acoustics—create a realistic outdoor stargazing experience. Immerse yourself in a soundscape where you feel one with the night sky. *SOUND DOME is a trademark of Konica Minolta Planetarium Co., Ltd.

Konica Minolta Planetarium Theater TOKYO (Yurakucho)

Name: Konica Minolta Planetarium Theater TOKYO

Location: 9F, Yurakucho Marion, 2-5-1 Yurakucho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo

Open Days: Open daily (closed during program changeover periods)

Hours: Weekdays 10:30–21:15 / Weekends & Holidays 10:00–21:45

*For details, visit the official website:

https://planetarium.konicaminolta.jp/planetariatokyo/

Konica Minolta Planetarium Theater YOKOHAMA (Yokohama)

Name: Konica Minolta Planetarium Theater YOKOHAMA

Location: 2F, Yokohama Gate Tower, 1-2-5 Takashima, Nishi-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa

Open Days: Open daily (closed during program changeover periods)

Hours: Weekdays 10:30–20:30 / Weekends & Holidays 10:00–21:00

*For details, visit the official website:

https://planetarium.konicaminolta.jp/planetariayokohama/

Konica Minolta Planetarium Manten in Sunshine City (Ikebukuro)

Name: Konica Minolta Planetarium Manten in Sunshine City

Location: Rooftop, World Import Mart Building, 3-1-3 Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo

Open Days: Open daily (closed during program changeover periods)

Hours: Weekdays 10:00–21:00 / Weekends & Holidays 10:00–22:00

*For details, visit the official website:

https://planetarium.konicaminolta.jp/manten/

Konica Minolta Planetarium Tenku in Tokyo Skytree Town® (Oshiage)

Name: Konica Minolta Planetarium Tenku in Tokyo Skytree Town®

Location: 7F, Tokyo Skytree Town East Yard, 1-1-2 Oshiage, Sumida-ku, Tokyo

Open Days: Open daily (closed during program changeover periods)

Hours: Weekdays 10:30–22:00 / Weekends & Holidays 9:30–22:00

*For details, visit the official website:

https://planetarium.konicaminolta.jp/tenku/

Konica Minolta Planetarium Manten NAGOYA (Nagoya)

Name: Konica Minolta Planetarium Manten NAGOYA

Location: Noritake, Nishi-ku, Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture