Nijigen no Mori Inc. (Head Office: Awaji City, Hyogo Prefecture; President: Hiroshige Sadamatsu) will host a limited-time collaboration event where guests can experience the world of the TV anime “Attack on Titan” at the Hyogo Prefectural Awajishima Park Anime Park “Nijigen no Mori” from tomorrow, Saturday, March 14, 2026 to Sunday, December 13, 2026.
 

To mark the opening, the company is pleased to unveil a first look at “Attack on Titan THE NIGHT WALK -Beyond the Walls-,” the highlight of the event. Step into a nighttime where Titans lurk and plunge into a battle to reclaim freedom.

“Attack on Titan THE NIGHTWALK―Beyond the Walls”
 

This event features two programs, a night event “Attack on Titan THE NIGHT WALK -Beyond the Walls-” and a daytime event “Attack on Titan Stamp Rally in Nijigen no Mori,” allowing guests to fully immerse themselves in the world of the TV anime “Attack on Titan” both day and night.
 

In the night event, participants will walk approximately 1.2 km through the forest after dark, where projection mapping and immersive sound effects bring the world of “Attack on titan” to life. Guests take on the role of new recruits and join Eren Yeager and others as they fight to reclaim freedom from the threat of the Titans. At the goal, participants will receive an original, Nijigen no Mori-exclusive card as a reward for their achievements.
 

In the daytime event, the first phase will be the “Attack on Titan Stamp Rally in Nijigen no Mori,” where participants collect stamps of the characters in original illustrations in a dedicated booklet. In addition, for the second phase, it has been decided that the “Attack on Titan Mystery Quest”- Nijigen mo Mori / At Home, a pair of mystery-solving events that can be enjoyed both at “Nijigen no Mori” and at home, will also be held. Participants will take on the role of subordinates to Hans Zoe, who is deeply devoted to Titan research, and experience a puzzle-solving game as they unravel a series of mysteries. The start date for the second phase will be announced at a later time.
 

Furthermore, in addition to Nijigen no Mori-exclusive original merchandise, original food items themed around characters such as Eren Yeager and Levi will also be newly introduced.
 

About the TV Anime “Attack on Titan”
“Attack on Titan” is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Hajime Isayama. It was serialized in Bessatsu Shonen Magazine (Kodansha) from 2009 to 2021, and the 34 compiled volumes have surpassed a cumulative total of 140 million copies in print worldwide. The manga has been published in 18 languages and over 180 countries and regions, and the anime series has won multiple awards overseas, earning devoted fans across the globe.
 

• TV Anime“Attack on Titan” × Nijigen no Mori Collaboration Event Overview

Period: Saturday, March 14, 2026 – Sunday, December 13, 2026

Location: 2425-2 Kusumoto, Awaji City, Hyogo Prefecture

(Inside Hyogo Prefectural Awajishima Park Anime Park “Nijigen no Mori”)

Overview: The world of the TV anime “Attack on Titan” will be recreated within the rich natural setting of Nijigen no Mori. Guests can enjoy the world of the anime through two events held by day and by night.
 

1. [Night Event]“Attack on Titan THE NIGHT WALK – Beyond the Wall –”
Walk approximately 1.2 km through the forest at night and experience the world of the TV anime “Attack on Titan” brought to life through projection mapping and immersive sound effects. Participants become new recruits of the Survey Corps and join the battle to reclaim freedom from the Titans, aiming for “beyond the walls” together with Eren Yeager and the members of the Survey Corps. At the goal, participants will receive an original card.
 

2. [Day Events]

Phase 1: “Attack on Titan Stamp Rally in Nijigen no Mori”
Participants can collect stamps of four characters in original illustrations, located throughout Nijigen no Mori, in a special stamp booklet. All participants will receive a novelty postcard with an original design.

Phase 2: “Attack on Titan Mystery Quest – Nijigen no Mori Edition / At-Home”
Participants take on the role of subordinates to Hans Zoe, who is deeply immersed in Titan research, and experience a mystery-solving adventure as they work to unravel various puzzles. The start date will be announced at a later time.
 

3. Collaboration Merchandise

Newly illustrated original artwork of Eren, Mikasa, Levi, and Erwin and others will appear as can badges and acrylic stands. In addition, a total of 36 original items packed with fun references for fans will be available, including goods such as “Captain Levi’s Quote Momo” and Armin’s “An Endless Lifetime’s Worth of Salt.”
 

4. Collaboration Food

The collaboration food lineup includes “Eren’s Determination Mapo Tofu Bowl,” inspired by Eren’s burning hatred and resolve against the Titans; “Sasha’s Sneak-Eating Plate,” featuring ingredients she secretly snacked on; and “Mikasa’s Warm Red Scarf Cake,” inspired by her iconic red scarf. In addition, collaboration drinks such as “Captain Levi’s After-Cleaning Tea au Lait,” perfect for a relaxing break after tidying up, will be offered, for a total of 11 items.
 

Ticket Information (Tax Included)

• All prices above include tax.

• Admission ticket prices for “Attack on Titan THE NIGHTWALK –Beyond the Walls–” may vary depending on the period. Please check the official Nijigen no Mori website for details.

• Children must be accompanied by at least one guardian (adult) for admission.

• Admission is free for children aged 4 and under for “Attack on Titan THE NIGHTWALK – Beyond the Walls–.”

• Admission tickets for “Attack on Titan THE NIGHTWALK –Beyond the Walls–” are for designated time slots.
   

Business Hours

[Night Event]

18:30–22:00 (last entry 20:30)
 

[Day Events]

Weekdays: 13:00–17:00 (last entry 17:30)
 

Weekends and holidays: 10:00–17:00 (last entry 17:30)
 

Business hours are subject to change depending on the season. Please check the official Nijigen no Mori website for details.
 

Notes: The above information is current as of the date of release and is subject to change.　
 

Tickets: www.asoview.com/channel/tickets/FJwHR7DnL7

Official Website: nijigennomori.com/awaji_shingeki

Inquiries：Nijigen no Mori Inc.“Nijigen no Mori” Management Office

Tel: +81-799-64-7061
 

©Hajime Isayama, KODANSHA/”ATTACK ON TITAN” The Final Season Production Committee.

ECOVACS Robotics, a global leader in home service robotics, is bringing its global “ECOVACS, Created for Ease” brand idea to the APAC region with a local twist: “Always in Your Corner“. With this, ECOVACS is underscoring its commitment to understanding and meeting the unique needs of users in the APAC region.

“Created for Ease”: ECOVACS Brand Campaign Honors Caregivers Across the APAC Region

“ECOVACS, Created for Ease” reflects the brand’s ongoing commitment to leverage service robotics to create a world of ease for users by relieving them of household tasks. For users in the APAC region, ECOVACS knows that “ease” is not simply about doing less. It means easing the mind and letting go of mental burdens. To bring ease to APAC users, technology must not demand attention. It should be “Always in Your Corner” – quietly helping users to keep their daily life on track.

“Always in Your Corner” for APAC’s Unsung Heroes

“Always in Your Corner” represents how ECOVACS’ diversified full-scenario home service robotics ecosystem is designed to help ease the burdens faced by users in the APAC region and empower them to enjoy a more effortless modern lifestyle. For example, many in the APAC region are part of the so-called “sandwich generation”. They are the quiet backbones of their households, juggling career demands while also taking care of children and aging parents. Whether it’s helping a child with their homework or taking dad to his doctor’s appointment, these everyday heroes are always in someone else’s corner. ECOVACS believes they also deserve to have someone in their corner, to help ease their burdens.

For the past 20 years, ECOVACS has been driven by a fearless spirit of innovation to solve complex challenges and continuously advance the user experience. The pioneering intelligent technologies in the ECOVACS DEEBOT robotic vacuums and WINBOT robotic window cleaners, such as the OMNI Station, OZMO ROLLER technology, and PowerBoost technology have set new industry benchmarks and become the hidden heroes for every home, designed to help users clean every corner of their home with minimal effort.
 

Enabling Village Partnership in Singapore

Now ECOVACS is bringing this same innovation spirit to help ease the burdens faced by caregivers in the APAC region. As part of its brand campaign, ECOVACS is planning to cooperate with select like-minded local partners across the region, such as Enabling Village in Singapore. Enabling Village is an integrated community space that aims to empower caregivers for people with disabilities by providing them with resources to manage their responsibilities and enhance their quality of life. ECOVACS will provide Enabling Village caregivers with DEEBOT robotic vacuum cleaners to help ease their burdens and enable them to spend more time on themselves.

“Caring for a child with special needs requires lots of time and patience. And it can be challenging to find moments when I can focus on myself,” says Yvette Wang. “I’m grateful to ECOVACS and their efforts to assist caregivers. With their DEEBOT robotic vacuum I now have one less thing to manage, as I can leave DEEBOT to take care of our floors, and itself.“

To commemorate their partnership, ECOVACS and Enabling Village have invited Yvette’s son, artist @Eli_lailai, to specially design some exclusive merchandise. This collaboration was made possible through I’mable Collective, an initiative by SG Enable that supports and empowers persons with disabilities by providing training and employment opportunities within the creative sector.

“Created for Ease”: ECOVACS Brand Campaign Honors Caregivers Across the APAC Region

An Ecosystem that Empowers Ease

ECOVACS’ efforts to continually strengthen its leadership in service robotics are rooted in its deep understanding of users’ needs. Its regionally tailored brand idea “Created for Ease – Always in Your Corner” reflects the brand’s desire to tailor its mission of ‘Robotics for All’ to shape a better future for users in the APAC region with robots that can seamlessly serve every home, everywhere.

The industry-leading cleaning technologies pioneered by ECOVACS demonstrate its dedication to reducing human effort while maximizing cleaning precision and efficiency, all with the aim of offering dependable cleaning experiences tailored to the needs of today’s households. ECOVACS’ service robots offer users more ease by bringing efficient, effortless cleaning to every corner of their household.

“Always in Your Corner” reflects how ECOVACS’ home service robotics ecosystem is designed for users in the APAC region – to support their full-home scenarios, from floors to windows. The ECOVACS DEEBOT robotic vacuums and WINBOT robotic window cleaners are built to handle what must be done — quietly, consistently, and intelligently. They don’t just clean, they leave users with less to manage.
 

Amplifying a Message of Care

ECOVACS will extend the impact of this brand campaign across multiple touchpoints in key APAC markets, including Singapore, Australia, Vietnam, India, Thailand, Malaysia and Indonesia. Through localized partnerships, integrated brand storytelling, and community engagement, ECOVACS aims to honor caregivers as well as those across the region who are seeking a less stressful and more balanced life.

Intelligent. Innovative. Intuitive.

From its DEEBOT family of robotic vacuum cleaners to its WINBOT family of robotic window cleaners, all of ECOVACS’ innovations are backed by its well-established vertically integrated supply chain and independently developed technologies spanning batteries, AI, motors, transmission components and more.

Today, ECOVACS serves over 38 million households across nearly 180 markets worldwide. Its mission — “Robotics for All” — reflects a long-term commitment to making intelligent service robotics accessible, reliable, and seamlessly integrated into everyday life.

“Created for Ease” is not only about cleaning better. It’s about living lighter and reducing what needs your attention – so that you can focus on what truly matters. And in doing so, ECOVACS is always in your corner.

About ECOVACS ROBOTICS

Founded in 2006, ECOVACS ROBOTICS is a global leader in home service robotics with a diverse portfolio of products encompassing robotic vacuum cleaners and robotic window cleaners. With its expansion into robotic lawn mowers, commercial cleaning robots and robotic pool cleaners, ECOVACS solidified its position as a multi-category leader in home service robotics.

Guided by the mission “Robotics for All”, ECOVACS continues to advance technology and enhance the user experience to make life smarter and more stylish for consumers worldwide. With sales subsidiaries in Germany, the United States, Japan, and Singapore, ECOVACS products reach nearly 180 major markets and serve over 38 million households globally.

Nimbus Group, one of India’s leading real estate developers, hosted a Women’s Day gathering bringing together professionals and achievers from diverse sectors, with Olympic medalist and boxing icon Mary Kom attending as the Chief Guest.

Nimbus Group Hosts Women’s Day Event with Mary Kom, Highlights Women’s Leadership Across Sectors

The event focused on recognising women’s achievements across fields while encouraging conversations around resilience, leadership and professional growth. Mary Kom addressed the gathering, sharing insights from her journey of perseverance and discipline that led her to become one of India’s most celebrated athletes.

As part of the event, Nimbus Group felicitated several accomplished women for their contributions in their respective fields, including Anju Thakur, Executive Director – Finance, HUDCO; Sparsh Bansal, Owner, Roslyn Café; Dr. Aparna Gupta, Gynecologist & Obstetrician; and Nandita Mishra, Advocate, Supreme Court of India.

Speaking on the occasion, Yamini Agarwal, Director – Marketing & Communications, Nimbus Group, said “As a second-generation member of a developer family, I’ve grown up seeing how spaces and communities evolve. But true growth comes when those spaces also empower voices and ideas. Celebrating women who are breaking barriers in their fields is incredibly inspiring, and we look forward to creating many more such platforms that bring women together, amplify their stories and encourage the next generation to aim higher.”

Addressing the audience, Mary Kom spoke about the role of discipline and self-belief in achieving long-term success.

“Every journey has challenges, but perseverance and confidence help you move forward. I always encourage young women to stay focused on their goals and continue working towards their dreams,” she said.

The event concluded with a felicitation ceremony and interactions with attendees, recognising women who are making meaningful contributions in their respective domains.

Pantaloons, India’s most loved and trusted fashion retailer, announces the launch of Truly SMA, the contemporary fashion label founded by actor and fashion icon Samantha Ruth Prabhu. This first launch event of Truly SMA at Pantaloons also builds on the brand’s ongoing association with the actor as the face of Pantaloons, bringing the collaboration together in a deeper way. The introduction of the brand further strengthens Pantaloons’ commitment to offering customers thoughtfully curated labels that reflect the evolving style of modern India. Pantaloons is a playful and youthful fashion destination from the house of Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd.

Pantaloons x Truly SMA

With a sharp understanding of what today’s woman seeks from her wardrobe, Pantaloons continues to expand its fashion portfolio with brands that balance aspiration and accessibility. Truly SMA is a natural addition to this journey, bringing a perspective that is rooted in confidence, comfort and individuality.

 The launch event, held at the flagship Pantaloons store in Hyderabad, saw a massive turnout of fans and fashion enthusiasts eager to get a first look at a brand that promises to blend Samantha’s signature effortless style with high-quality, everyday functionality. The Pantaloons store came alive with conversations around personal style, self-expression and effortless dressing as guests experienced Truly SMA up close in a high-energy retail setting.

Speaking about the launch, Sangeeta Tanwani, Chief Executive Officer, Pantaloons and OWND! said, “At Pantaloons, our focus is on bringing fashion that resonates our customers. Truly SMA embodies a modern sensibility for effortless style, which aligns beautifully with our vision. We are delighted to introduce the brand across select stores and celebrate this milestone with a special launch in Hyderabad. It also marks an exciting new chapter in our ongoing association with Samantha.”

Adding to this, Samantha Ruth Prabhu said, “Truly SMA is very personal to me. I wanted to create clothing that feels authentic and empowering – pieces that move with you through everyday life. Launching Truly SMA at Pantaloons feels great as it takes my association with the brand forward, enabling us to bring the Truly SMA collection to women across the country. And being at the starting line of this journey in Hyderabad feels really special.”

Truly SMA which is born from Samantha’s personal philosophy of authenticity and mindful living, is designed to be fluid, effortless and versatile. The debut collection features an array of everyday wardrobe essentials, including versatile co-ords, tops, dresses, and separates, designed for comfort, repetition, and effortless style – pieces that move seamlessly through real life.

By launching at Pantaloons, Truly SMA now gains an immediate footprint across major Indian metros, offering customers an immersive ‘touch-and-feel’ experience. Truly SMA will now be available at select Pantaloons stores across Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai and Kolkata as well as online at www.pantaloons.com

About Pantaloons

Pantaloons, a division of Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd., is a playful and youthful fashion destination with 405 stores, spread across 189+ cities and towns. As a playground for fashion, Pantaloons offers a wide variety of styles across categories and occasions. The brand speaks to the ever-evolving millennial customer of today who is confident and expressive. Be it through the physical retail experience or online, the Pantaloons experience is exciting, friendly and uplifting. With a vibrant, expressive and fun-loving approach to style, the brand seeks to enable the customer to be their fashionable best.

About Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Limited

Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Limited (ABFRL), part of the Aditya Birla Group, is India’s leading fashion powerhouse, offering a distinguished portfolio of renowned brands and retail formats, catering to multiple high-growth segments. As of March 31, 2025, the Company has presence across 1,168 stores spanning 7.1 Mn sqft. retail space.

ABFRL’s portfolio includes Pantaloons, one of India’s most loved fashion destinations, and OWND!, a growing value retail format. The Company also operates The Collective, who commands a dominant position as one of the country’s most influential multi-brand luxury retailers, with exclusive long-term tie-ups with global fashion brands including Ralph Lauren, Hackett London, Ted Baker and Fred Perry. ABFRL has also partnered with Paris based Galeries Lafayette to introduce a high-end luxury destination in India.

ABFRL is a market leader in branded ethnic wear, its portfolio includes Jaypore, Tasva and TCNS brands and it has forged strategic partnerships with India’s top designers such as Shantnu & Nikhil, Tarun Tahiliani, Sabyasachi, and House of Masaba. Recently, the Company further expanded its ethnic wear leadership with the integration of TCNS brands, home to leading women’s brands W, Aurelia, Wishful, Elleven and Folksong.

To address the evolving preferences of digitally native consumers, ABFRL is also building a portfolio of new-age, digital-first fashion brands under its tech-led venture TMRW. This platform collaborates with emerging entrepreneurs to co-create scalable fashion businesses in India’s rapidly expanding fashion ecosystem.