The First Phase of the Romancing Saga 10th Anniversary Project! "Romancing Saga TOKYO" Set to Be Held in Tokyo for the First Time in 10 Years!

"Romancing Saga," a collaborative project between Saga Prefecture and Square Enix Co., Ltd.'s "SaGa" series, celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2024.
As the first phase of its 10th-anniversary events, it was announced that "Romancing Saga TOKYO" will be held at the Tokyo Midtown Hibiya Atrium for three days, from Friday, August 30 to Sunday, September 1, 2024.

Romancing Saga TOKYO Set to Be Held!

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To commemorate the fact that "Romancing Saga" is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, a "Romancing Saga" event, "Romancing Saga TOKYO," will be held in Tokyo for the first time in 10 years.
The event will take place at the Tokyo Midtown Hibiya Atrium for three days, from Friday, August 30 to Sunday, September 1, 2024.
This event will feature an exhibition of actual Romancing Saga manholes and a large Arita ware plate hand-painted by Tomomi Kobayashi, the representative illustrator of the "SaGa" series.
Furthermore, there will be many valuable projects that can only be experienced here, such as the sale of reproduction merchandise for the first time in 10 years and a limited gacha event where you can win a Romancing Saga travel tour.
For details on the event, please check the Romancing Saga TOKYO Official Website.

Special Exhibition of Arita Ware Plate and Sewer Manholes

"Romancing Saga" Arita Ware 62 cm Large Plate

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One of the items to be exhibited is a large Arita ware plate with a diameter of 62 cm that was first unveiled at the "Romancing Saga LOUNGE" held in Roppongi, Tokyo, in 2014.
This large plate features an illustration hand-painted by Tomomi Kobayashi, the representative illustrator of the "SaGa" series, and a beautiful border design added by Hiroyuki Hashiguchi, a traditional craftsman.
This plate was produced by the Arita ware kiln "Shingama" and is an exceptional item symbolizing Romancing Saga.

Romancing Saga Manhole (Asellus)

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The event will also feature an exhibition of the collaboration design manholes between Saga Prefecture and the "SaGa" series, which are the same as those actually installed.
The collaboration design manholes were first installed in Saga City in 2020, and a total of 30 have been installed across the prefecture as of 2023.
Among them, the manhole with the design of Asellus from "SaGa Frontier," which is installed in Takeo City, will be exhibited this time.
The design manholes are manufactured at the HINODE,Ltd. Saga Factory, a cast iron manufacturer that has a factory in Saga Prefecture.

Encounter Municipalities and Companies Related to Romancing Saga and Collect Collaboration Business Cards!

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In this event, municipalities and companies related to Romancing Saga from both inside and outside Saga Prefecture will participate and directly promote the charm of Romancing Saga.
It is also recommended to go around and collect the original collaboration business cards that each staff member will distribute.
In addition, a Talk Command List is available, where staff members will respond when you select an option, just like in the world of an RPG. Take this opportunity to enjoy searching for places to visit and specialty products in Saga Prefecture!

The Instantly Sold-Out Arita Ware Set is Reproduced! 10th Anniversary Collaboration Goods Will Also Be Sold in Advance!

A large number of goods have been prepared, including the legendary Romancing Saga Arita Ware Plates that sold out instantly 10 years ago, and 10th-anniversary goods.
Please note that only cashless payments (credit cards, electronic money, QR code payment) will be accepted, and cash cannot be used.

Romancing Saga Arita Ware Small Round Plate

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The product that created a legend by selling out in 10 minutes on the first day of the first "Romancing Saga LOUNGE" in 2014 will be reproduced.
You can enjoy the collaboration between traditional Arita patterns and the series' characters.

Abyss Gate Soy Sauce Plate

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The Abyss Gate Soy Sauce Plate is an exceptional item created in collaboration with the Hizen Yoshida ware porcelain brand 224 porcelain.
And it is said that when you pour soy sauce onto this plate, the Abyss Gate of Deliciousness opens, so let's get a plate and try it out!

Saga Seaweed of Tradition

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This is Saga-produced roasted seaweed created through the blessings of the Ariake Sea and production and processing techniques passed down through generations.
You can enjoy the crispy texture, rich flavor, and fragrant sea aroma.
The outer box inherits the nostalgic package design of "Romancing SaGa 2" and comes with a bonus sticker.

Many other collaboration goods will also be released, so please check the Romancing Saga Strategy Wiki for details.

Lottery Gacha Event Where You Can Win a Romancing Saga Tour Will Be Held

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The "Let's Go! Romancing Saga Gacha" Grand Lottery will be held for the event starting in Saga Prefecture this fall.
In the Romancing Saga Gacha, you can win equipment that can be used for your adventure to Saga, such as an invitation to the planned Romancing Saga 10th Anniversary Tour and the "Roman Shingu Saga Neck Pillow."

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Saga Prefecture Event Starts From November 30!

Large-Scale Exhibition Tracing the Trajectories of Adventurers: "Romancing Saga 10th Anniversary Project Exhibition"

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In Saga Prefecture, a large-scale event commemorating the Romancing Saga 10th Anniversary, the "Romancing Saga 10th Anniversary Project Exhibition," will be held starting on Saturday, November 30, 2024.
You can enjoy original drawings from the "SaGa" series and numerous exhibited items from past Romancing Saga events.

"Romancing Saga Street" Where You Can Experience the Charm of a New Town with Romancing Saga

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The path from JR Saga Station to Saga Sunrise Park will be decorated with Romancing Saga ornaments as the "Romancing Saga Street."
Furthermore, it is planned that you will be able to experience the charm of a new town while collaborating with restaurants along the street and enjoying a walk rally.

Representative Messages on the Occasion of the Romancing Saga 10th Anniversary

Saga Prefecture Governor Yoshinori Yamaguchi

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Ten years have passed since the miraculous collaboration between SaGa and Saga sparked.
This project, which started in 2014, has delivered a unique "Romancing experience" that can only be enjoyed in Saga, and has created countless stories through the activities of adventurers nationwide.
And this year, Saga is finally entering a new stage as SaGa, the mecca.
This summer, the long-awaited "Romancing Saga TOKYO" event will be held in Tokyo for the first time in 10 years, and in the fall, the stage will shift to Saga with the "Romancing Saga Project Exhibition" to look back on the journey of adventure, and the "Romancing Saga Street" where the Sunrise Street heading north from Saga Station will be decorated with Romancing Saga ornaments. We are waiting for everyone with a project updated to be fitting for the 10th anniversary, showcasing not only the Romancing Saga assets we have built up so far but also new works.
"Romancing Saga 2024" is a celebration filled with 10 years of gratitude for SaGa fans and everyone involved with Romancing Saga.
We will continue to fully support all adventurers so that Saga Prefecture can be loved as SaGa, the mecca, even by those who have not yet experienced "Romancing Saga."
Let's enjoy an adventure that goes beyond the scenario, as you desire.
I love Saga! I love Romancing Saga!

(Translated from Japanese)
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Akitoshi Kawazu, "SaGa" Series General Director

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Thirty years ago, when I received an inquiry about a possible collaboration due to the "Saga" connection, the expected response at the time was, "A collaboration with a video game?"
Ten years ago, when I approached them again as a last resort, I received an unexpected reply: "By all means, let's do it together." That is how "Romancing Saga" started.
What was impressive was that from the beginning, they showed respect for the game title "Romancing SaGa" and its fans. I believe that is the reason why we have been able to continue "Romancing Saga" for 10 years.
What will "Romancing Saga" be like in 10 years? Just as the existence of video games has changed greatly over the past 20 years, I believe the meaning of the collaboration between Saga Prefecture and Romancing Saga will also change significantly when we reach the 20th anniversary. In an unexpectedly good direction. Dreaming of such a future 10 years from now, I want to enjoy this 10th anniversary now.

(Translated from Japanese)
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Masanori Ichikawa, "SaGa" Series Producer

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It has been 10 years in the blink of an eye since the Saga Prefecture collaboration started in 2014. I feel that these 10 years have been spent doing my utmost to promote Saga Prefecture and the "SaGa" series since I became involved in this project.
It has been 10 years of various initiatives, including collaborations with many companies in Saga Prefecture and projects linked with the residents of the municipalities in the region.
I believe that many game fans and fans of the "SaGa" series have visited Saga Prefecture, discovered its charm, and look forward to the regular collaborations.
I know that this is thanks to the efforts of the prefectural staff and various personnel who truly and seriously consider and creatively implement each and every collaboration.
To everyone in Saga Prefecture, thank you very much for providing a place where games are not just something to play but can also be useful to people.
This feels like a milestone, but we are still halfway there. I hope that the charm of Saga Prefecture and the "SaGa" series will be conveyed to the world even more.

(Translated from Japanese)
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