Avex Asia Pte. Ltd. (Headquarters: Singapore; President, CEO: Shunta Takahashi; Hereinafter "Avex Asia") will host "STAR ISLAND SINGAPORE COUNTDOWN EDITION 2022-23" Presented by JCB, a futuristic Japanese fireworks entertainment spectacle, at The Float at Marina Bay, Singapore on Saturday December 31, 2022. The Singapore countdown will be the first in three years, since 2019.
STAR ISLAND is a futuristic fireworks show that synchronizes traditional fireworks in picturesque locations, leading-edge technology with 3D surround sound and laser lighting, and spectacular performances. The company's first overseas event was the Singapore Countdown in 2018, and the second event in 2019 drew 20,000 people. An event was also held in Saudi Arabia in September 2019. (2019 press release: https://avex.com/jp/ja/news/2020/starisland_singapore_report/)
A crowd of 22,000 people is anticipated for this third event in Singapore, which welcomes JCB, Japan's only international credit card brand as the title sponsor, and Sanrio as the premiere sponsor. This year's event will be larger than the one in 2019, as there will also be the free event Prequel to STAR ISLAND, which provides an introduction to the STAR ISLAND world, at the Marina Bay Sands Event Plaza near the main event venue from Sunday 25 to Friday 30 December 2022.
Leveraging the high level of creativity nurtured to date within the Avex Group, the company has blended and localized its STAR ISLAND IP* with the unique cultures of other countries to expand overseas. Moving forward, the company aims to offer new entertainment experiences on a global scale, and is currently in discussions to host events in various countries.
* IP is an acronym for intellectual property. In the entertainment field, IP refers to artists, talent, music, animation and video works, characters and games among others.
Event Overview
Title: "STAR ISLAND SINGAPORE COUNTDOWN EDITION 2022-2023" Presented by JCB
Date: Saturday December 31, 2022
Venue: The Float at Marina Bay, Singapore
Official websites: https://star-island.jp/en (Japan) and http://www.starisland.sg/ (Singapore)
Official social media accounts: Instagram (＠starisland_world), Twitter (＠starislandworld), and Facebook (＠starislandworld)
Organizers: Avex Asia Pte. Ltd. and Avex Entertainment Inc.
Title sponsor: JCB Co.,Ltd.
Premium sponsor: Sanrio Company, Ltd.
Supporters: Urban Redevelopment Authority and Singapore Tourism Board
- * Event details may change. For more information, please check the official website.
* Ticket sales begin on Thursday October 20, 2022. For more information, please check the official website.
About STAR ISLAND
STAR ISLAND is a futuristic fireworks show that combines traditional fireworks in picturesque locations, leading-edge technology of 3D surround sound and laser lighting, and spectacular performances. It was held for the first time in 2017, and for two consecutive years the show was held at Tokyo's Odaiba Seaside Park. Notably, all tickets for the shows sold out, which is unusual for a fireworks show. The first overseas show was held at the end of 2018, and it served as the main draw for Asia's biggest countdown event held in Singapore, mesmerizing 20,000 people gathered from around the world at the Marina Bay venue. Leading creative professionals from various fields have come together with the vision to advance fireworks culture, thus resulting in STAR ISLAND, a pioneering new form of fireworks entertainment spreading worldwide that not only synchronizes fireworks with leading-edge technology but also with spectacular venue performances. It distinguishes itself from conventional enjoyment of fireworks by offering a bed area to enjoy the show while lying down, a dinner area to enjoy while eating, and a kids area to enjoy together with children. Moreover, the potential of a new business model has been demonstrated for fully paid-entry fireworks shows.
Official website: https://star-island.jp/en
- About Sponsors
･JCB Co.,Ltd.
- Founded in 1961, JCB is Japan's only international credit card brand. In addition to developing a network of merchants that accept JCB cards, the company is expanding JCB card issuance with partners in Japan and overseas, mainly in Asia. With the goal of being a comprehensive payment services provider, JCB offers various services to support the expectations of its customers and partners. Currently, over 140 million people internationally use the JCB card (as of March 31, 2022).
https://www.global.jcb/
･Sanrio Company, Ltd.
- Established in 1960, Sanrio is an entertainment company primarily creating character content. With the founding philosophy of "everyone getting along together", the company aims to achieve its corporate vision of "One World, Connecting Smiles", by creating smiles one person at a time and spreading happiness worldwide. Its business involves licensing agreements for over 450 characters including Hello Kitty; product planning and sales; theme park entertainment; and educational services.
https://www.sanrio.co.jp/
About Avex Asia
As the Asian headquarters of the Avex Group, Avex Asia produces local live music and anime-related events primarily in Asia. It also conducts licensing business utilizing not only Avex-owned IPs, but also various other IPs.Company name: Avex Asia Pte. Ltd.
Avex Website and Social Media
President & CEO: Shunta Takahashi
Address: 3 Fraser Street #05-21, Duo Tower Singapore 189352
Established: July 19, 2013
Website: http://www.avex.sg/
Corporate site: https://avex.com/jp/en/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/avex_pr
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/avex.official
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