Dreamt of travelling to Japan? You don’t have to as we’re bringing Japan to you with not two, but three Japanese-centred events that will have you immersed into the colourful and flavourful world of their culture. Not only that, we have picks for everything, from partying hard to show-stopping tunes till late night to bursting out with laughter, gasping for air!
If our enthusiasm is any indication that you will enjoy the most entertaining activities you’ve ever experienced, then you better be prepared. Dress up, shop more and have fun, cause we are about to introduce this week’s Hype Picks!
1. Kabut in the Park 7.0
Date: 16th July
Time: 9am – 2pm
Location: Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre, Sentul Park, Jalan Strachan, 51100 Kuala Lumpur 51200 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
It’s more than just a Yard Sale! You can shop for unique personal home collections, plants, gadgets and appliances, books, clothes, basically anything you can think of. Not interested in shopping? Then, rent a picnic mat and entertain yourself with the lush greenery, floating giant bubbles and a serenade from the KLPAC Symphonic Band.
Connect with the Konmari Warriors at their Car Boot Yard Sales in the Park for the best deals they can offer. Check out their Facebook for more info!
2. Jom Beli Lokal – Expo Bluedome Bazaar
Date: 15th July – 17th July
Time: 10am – 10pm
Location: Sapura@Mines, 7 Jalan Tasik, Seri Kembangan, Selangor
Shop till you drop with ‘Jom Beli Lokal’—a community event initiated to support the local businesses and micro-entrepreneurs. With over 60 stalls across the categories of bundle sales, fashion, food and beverage, beauty and cosmetics, mobile accessories and electronics item.
Other activities include the Durian Festival, Push Bike and Colouring Contest and Lucky Draws. Feel free to visit their Facebook for more information.
3. Comedy Experience Malaysia with Rachman Blake
Date: 16th July
Time: 8pm – 10pm
Location: The Bee, Publika, Jalan Dutamas 1, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur 50480
Turn that frown upside down, folks! Rachman Blake—from the hit world-touring comedy show Story Party (True Dating Stories)—is here to tickle your funny bones with hilarious stories, crazy misadventures, silly songs and ridiculous fun. Get your tickets here!
4. Anifest Setapak Central
Date: 15th July – 17th July
Time: 10am – 10pm
Location: Setapak Central
Calling all cosplayers and cosplay enthusiast! Your time has come. Join in the fun and take pictures with your favourite cosplays or participate in the Cosplay Skit, Anisong Lip-Sync and Coswalk contests and go home with rewarding prizes!
There’s many fascinating guests, performers and special appearances that you just don’t want to miss! Check out their Facebook to see what’s in store for you next week.
5. Bon Odori 2022
Date: 16th July
Time: 5pm – 10pm
Location: Kompleks Sukan Negara Panasonic, Shah Alam
Get your yukatas and kimonos ready and indulge in the Japanese culture with Bon Odori 2022! Bon Odori is a Japanese festival named after a famous folk dance in Japan. Join the annual popular summer event and partake in the traditional Japanese street cuisine. Head on over to Facebook to register!
6. Backstage Bites @ KLPAC
Date: 17th July
Time: 9:30am
Location: The Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre (KLPAC), Sentul Park, Jalan Strachan, off Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah, 51100, Kuala Lumpur
Discover why this 120-year-old building is an important historical landmark and award-winning architectural icon in the all-access guided tour of Malaysia’s only fully-integrated arts centre. What usually is off-limits such as the catwalk, you will be given a chance to explore!
Join the extended experience activity “First Experience of Stage Lighting Design” with lighting designer Amelia Tan as she shares some behind-the-scenes work for the stage play “Philadelphia, Here I Come!”, for you to experience the life of working in theatre. Check out their Facebook to learn more about the event.
7. Central i-City K-pop Jam Dance Competition
Date: 16th July – 17th July
Time: 2pm – 7:30pm
Location: Central i-City 40000 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia
What are you going to do about all these K-Pop dance moves you’ve learned? Flaunt them at the Central i-City K-Pop Jam dance cover competition. Witness Malaysian K-Pop dance crews battle amongst each other to be the best on stage! Two categories, U18 and Open Category, for two days
Register before 13th July by 6pm and show off your talent at this daebak dance competition. For more info, head on over to Facebook!
8. Kids Brand Ambassador Program
Date: 17th July
Time: 9am – 4:30pm
Location: National Zoo of Malaysia
Show your support for the brand ambassadors for Zoo Negara, Johan Speaking Academy’s students. The Kids Ambassador Program teaches children of ages 5 to 11 years old to improve their communication skills, share key messages and leadership qualities. Join the event and watch as the young face the real world confidently.
9. The Weekend Japanese Film Show
Date: 16th July
Time: 12pm – 2pm
Location: GSC @ NU Sentral, 201 Jalan Stesen Sentral 5,14, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan
“Girls Don’t Cry” by Shindo Takehiro is a story about two girls—famous in Harajuku street fashion by wearing matching outfits— struggle to achieve their dreams as their fragile friendship hangs by a thread. Don’t know Japanese? No worries as English subtitles are provided. Click here to book now!
10. Mambo KL
Date: 15th July – 16th July
Time: 8pm – 1am
Location: REXKL, 80 Jalan Sultan, Kuala Lumpur, Selangor 50000
Sway to the music with Mambo KL—a one-night only retro music showcase at REXKL. In collaboration with Singapore-based lifestyle Tin Box Group, Mambo KL features live gigs from Singapore’s most popular veteran brands Jive Talkin’ and radio celebrity DJ Rico. Dance the night away as they play retro tunes from the 70s to 90s.
Neetashini Kanendran contributed to this article
