Japanese Artist Akira Ito Introduces “Dragon On Hat” To Vietnamese Fans

The newest work of famous manga artist Akira Ito, "Dragon On Hat," was first introduced to Vietnamese fans at the 9th Japan-Vietnam Festival held in Ho Chi Minh City, from March 9 to 10.
March 19, 2024 | 11:21

During the two days of March 9-10, Wedge Holdings Company (Japan) and its distribution partner in Vietnam, Showa Brain Navi Vietnam Co., Ltd., (SBNV) participated in the 9th Japan-Vietnam Cultural Festival in Ho Chi Minh City.

At the event, Wedge Holdings and Showa Brain Navi Vietnam brought Vietnamese fans a series of new copyrighted character products, including “Haikyu!!”, “Bleach” and “Dragon on Hat”. These products, including stationery and character collection products, were specially developed for the Vietnamese market.

Japanese Artist Akira Ito Introduces “Dragon On Hat” To Vietnamese Fans
Artist Akira Ito interacted with readers at the event. (Photo: Wedge Holdings)

“Haikyu!!” and “Bleach” are two famous manga and anime titles around the world, while Dragon on Hat is the latest project developed by famous manga author and artist Akira Ito and Wedge Holdings, inspired by Vietnam.

Notably, Wedge Holdings and Showa Brain Navi Vietnam organized the Vietnam TCG Matsuri card game festival - the largest trading card game (TCG) event ever in Vietnam.

With the participation of major TCG communities and groups, this event offered the opportunity to experience world-famous games such as Pokemon Card Game and Cardfight!! Vanguard TCG, as well as participated in tournaments and received valuable rewards.

Within the framework of the event, the TCG Special Stage program was also held. It was an opportunity for fans to meet and interact with manga artist Akira Ito, author of many world-famous works such as Yu-Gi-Oh! R and Cardfight!! Vanguard. Director of Wedge Holdings, Tatsuya Kinoshita, shared the company's commitment to developing and promoting manga and TCG culture in the Vietnamese market.

Japanese Artist Akira Ito Introduces “Dragon On Hat” To Vietnamese Fans
Players participated in the card games Pokemon Card Game and Cardfight!! Vanguard TCG in the exciting atmosphere of the TCG MATSURI event. (Photo: Wedge Holdings)

Since 2018, Wedge Holdings has officially launched the first Vietnamese version of TCG product, the Haikyu Volleyball Chess Set!!, and since then, the company has continuously introduced the latest products and organized events to create a playground for the TCG Vietnam fan community.

By bringing fans quality Japanese content products, Wedge Holdings hopes to contribute to the development of the content business market in Vietnam and bring joy and excitement to young people.

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