BOOM, Belgium, July 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The first weekend of Tomorrowland Belgium 2026 has come to a close, marking the successful debut of the Celestia Stage by KuCoin and the beginning of a new chapter in KuCoin's multi-year partnership with one of the world's most iconic music festivals.
Across three unforgettable days, the Celestia Stage welcomed electronic music fans from around the world, transforming into more than just a performance venue. It became a place where music, culture and community came together, reflecting the shared values that brought KuCoin and Tomorrowland together—curiosity, trust and meaningful human connection.
Throughout Weekend 1, internationally renowned artists including Yves V, Dimitri Vangelis & Wyman, Diego Miranda, DJ Nano, Nico Morano, Xinobi, Öona Dahl, Helsloot and many others delivered an energetic lineup spanning progressive house, melodic techno and underground electronic music, creating unforgettable moments for festivalgoers from around the globe.
Beyond the performances, KuCoin invited visitors to experience Tomorrowland in new ways through a series of immersive community activations. Festivalgoers met the roaming KuCoin Guardians, joined the exclusive Tomorrowland Visa KuCard waitlist (powered by KuCoin EU), and participated in premium experiences designed to celebrate exploration, connection and discovery. These moments reflected a shared belief that the most meaningful experiences are not only the ones we witness, but the ones we carry with us long after the music ends.
As the Exclusive Crypto Exchange and Payments Partner for Tomorrowland Winter and Tomorrowland Belgium 2026–2028, KuCoin continues to expand the role of digital assets beyond financial technology by connecting Web3 with global culture, entertainment and everyday experiences. The debut of the Celestia Stage represents another milestone in KuCoin's long-term vision of making crypto more approachable through real-world engagement and shared moments.
Following an incredible opening weekend, KuCoin now looks ahead to Tomorrowland Belgium Weekend 2, when the Celestia Stage will once again present a fresh lineup of world-class artists, alongside more interactive experiences, community activations and exclusive surprises for festivalgoers from around the world.
The journey continues—and the next chapter begins this weekend.
About KuCoin
Founded in 2017, KuCoin is a leading global crypto platform built on trust and security, serving over 40 million users across 200+ countries and regions. Known for its reliability and user-first approach, the platform combines advanced technology, deep liquidity, and strong security safeguards to deliver a seamless trading experience. KuCoin provides access to 1,500+ digital assets through a broad product suite and remains committed to building transparent, compliant, and user-centric digital asset infrastructure for the future of finance, backed by SOC 2 Type II, ISO/IEC 27001:2022, and ISO/IEC 27701:2019 Certifications. In recent years, we have built a strong global compliance foundation, marked by key milestones including AUSTRAC registration in Australia, a MiCA license in Europe, and regulatory progress in other markets.
Learn more at www.kucoin.com.
About Tomorrowland
Founded 20 years ago by Belgian brothers Manu and Michiel Beers, Tomorrowland remains a family-owned business driven by a creative and passionate team. Over the years, Tomorrowland has evolved into a global entertainment brand.
The WEAREONE.world group consists of several business units, including Festival & Events, Music, Experiences, Leisure, Products and Fiction. Today, more than 350 team members create magic from the company's headquarters in Antwerp, Belgium, as well as local offices in Brazil, France, Ibiza and Thailand.
Known for bringing people together through music, creativity and storytelling, Tomorrowland has become one of the world's most recognized and influential festival brands, inspiring millions through unforgettable experiences and a shared vision of connection.
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KuCoin Brings Trust, Music and Community Together During an Unforgettable First Weekend at Tomorrowland Belgium
New Products Drop for the Theatrical Release of "Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of Mermaid Island" — Including an Online-Exclusive Pre-Order for the Giant Siren Plush
TOKYO, July 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Gray Parka Service inc., the official merchandise partner behind Chiikawa Market (chiikawamarket.jp), today announced the launch of Wave 2 official movie merchandise — new products releasing July 24, 2026 to coincide with the nationwide theatrical opening of "Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of Mermaid Island". Among the new lineup, the standout item is the Chiikawa Movie "Chiikawa" Siren Plush L, available exclusively via pre-order during a limited window.
All Wave 2 items launch at 11:00 AM JST on July 24 (Fri): Available for immediate purchase, and the Siren Plush L opens for pre-order the same day, exclusively through Chiikawa Market. Shop the full collection at:
https://chiikawamarket.jp/en/collections/chiikawamovie-20260724
A Lineup for Every Chiikawa Fan
Chiikawa the movie merchandise spans a wide range of categories ,from collector's items to everyday accessories and stationery. Highlights include character mascots, acrylic keyrings, phone straps, pouches, luggage tags, and more, all featuring designs inspired by the movie's characters and world. The full Wave 2 lineup goes on sale at Chiikawa Market starting July 24.
Browse the complete Wave 2 collection: https://chiikawamarket.jp/en/collections/chiikawamovie-20260724?utm_source=webmedia&utm_medium=en&utm_campaign=prwire
Explore all official Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of Mermaid Island merchandise: https://chiikawamarket.jp/en/pages/chiikawamovie?utm_source=webmedia&utm_medium=en&utm_campaign=prwire
Meet the Siren — the Movie's Most Mysterious Character
The Siren is the enigmatic character at the heart of "Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of Mermaid Island". Now it comes to life as a large, ultra-soft plush you can take home. At approximately 40 cm tall, this collector-grade plush captures every detail of the Siren's iconic design — making it a must-have for fans who want a piece of the movie experience.
| Product Name | Chiikawa Movie "Chiikawa" Siren Plush L |
| Reference Price | ¥6,000 (Note: Excludes taxes and duties. Final shipping fees, local taxes, and duties will be calculated and converted to your local currency at checkout, based on your destination country/region.) |
| Size | Approx. H400 × W320 × D250 mm (15.7" × 12.6" × 9.8") |
| Pre-Order Window | July 24 (Fri), 2026, 11:00 AM JST – July 30 (Thu), 2026, 11:59 AM JST |
| Estimated Shipping | Sequential shipping expected from mid-December 2026; delivery timing may vary by country/region |
| Order Site | Official Chiikawa Web Shop "Chiikawa Market" (https://chiikawamarket.jp/en/products/4571609405900?utm_source=webmedia&utm_medium=en&utm_campaign=prwire)
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Product Name
Chiikawa Movie "Chiikawa" Siren Plush L
Reference Price
¥6,000
(Note: Excludes taxes and duties. Final shipping fees, local taxes, and duties will be calculated and converted to your local currency at checkout, based on your destination country/region.)
Size
Approx. H400 × W320 × D250 mm (15.7" × 12.6" × 9.8")
Pre-Order Window
July 24 (Fri), 2026, 11:00 AM JST – July 30 (Thu), 2026, 11:59 AM JST
Estimated Shipping
Sequential shipping expected from mid-December 2026; delivery timing may vary by country/region
Order Site
Official Chiikawa Web Shop "Chiikawa Market" (https://chiikawamarket.jp/en/products/4571609405900?utm_source=webmedia&utm_medium=en&utm_campaign=prwire)
Three-Wave Merchandise Release — Timed to the Movie
To celebrate the theatrical release of "Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of Mermaid Island", official merchandise will launch in three waves before and after the movie's opening. Be sure to check Chiikawa Market for each new release:
| Wave | Release Date | Highlights |
| Wave 1 | July 10 (Fri), 11:00 AM JST | Mascot plushies, pouches, bags, figures, stickers, and more — on sale now |
| Wave 2 * | July 24 (Fri), 11:00 AM JST | Keychains, stationery, soundtrack CDs, and more + Siren Plush L pre-order opens (THIS RELEASE) |
| Wave 3 | Aug 7 (Fri), 11:00 AM JST | New mascot plushies, large figures, scene-cut goods, and more |
Wave
Release Date
Highlights
Wave 1
July 10 (Fri), 11:00 AM JST
Mascot plushies, pouches, bags, figures, stickers, and more — on sale now
Wave 2 *
July 24 (Fri), 11:00 AM JST
Keychains, stationery, soundtrack CDs, and more + Siren Plush L pre-order opens (THIS RELEASE)
Wave 3
Aug 7 (Fri), 11:00 AM JST
New mascot plushies, large figures, scene-cut goods, and more
About the Film: "Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of Mermaid Island"
One day, Chiikawa and Hachiware are relaxing in the square when Usagi shows up with a flyer stuck to their face. The flyer turns out to be an invitation to a "special island" — promising easy monster-hunting jobs, 100x the usual rewards, and unlimited free ramen and sweets. Tempted by the offer, the gang sets sail. But what awaits them on the island is far more than they bargained for...
Theatrical Release：July 24, 2026 (Japan-wide)
Official Movie Site：https://chiikawa.toho-movie.jp/
About Chiikawa
Chiikawa is a manga series created by illustrator Nagano, originally launched on X (formerly Twitter). It follows the ever-diligent Chiikawa and a colorful cast of friends — including Hachiware, Usagi, and more — through everyday stories that are fun, bittersweet, and sometimes a little tough.
With over 4.69 million followers on X, a long-running TV anime airing on Fuji TV since April 2022, and a manga series published by Kodansha (8 volumes), Chiikawa has become a globally popular franchise, loved in Japan and increasingly around the world.
About the Official Chiikawa Web Shop "Chiikawa Market"
Pre-order the Siren Plush L and explore all Wave 1, Wave 2, and Wave 3 merchandise at the official Chiikawa Market:
https://chiikawamarket.jp/en/pages/chiikawamovie?utm_source=webmedia&utm_medium=en&utm_campaign=prwire
Chiikawa Market ships directly to customers overseas — no proxy-shopping or forwarding services (and their fees) are required. The store supports multiple languages, local currencies, and local payment methods.
All applicable duties and fees are calculated and included at checkout, so there are no surprise charges upon delivery. Fans anywhere in the world can shop with confidence.
Chiikawa Market:
https://chiikawamarket.jp/en?utm_source=webmedia&utm_medium=en&utm_campaign=prwire
About Gray Parka Service inc.
Gray Parka Service inc. (Representative Director: Yukiharu Ishiwata; Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo) designs and distributes character merchandise for Chiikawa, Nagano Characters, mofusand, Koupen-chan, and more. The company operates Chiikawa Market, the official Chiikawa web store, with a mission to put fans first in every product it creates.
Website：https://grayparkaservice.com/en
Address：New River Tower 7F, 1-6-11 Shinkawa, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
Founded：August 2012
Media Contact
Email：m-gps-pr@grayparkaservice.com
URL：https://grayparkaservice.com/en/pages/contact-us-corporate-customers
| ※ All prices listed in JPY. Prices vary by country/region. ※ All times are listed in Japan Standard Time (JST). ※ Product images are samples; actual items may differ slightly. ※ International shipping availability may vary. Please check the order site for details. ©nagano ©nagano / 2026 Chiikawa the Movie Film Partners |
※ All prices listed in JPY. Prices vary by country/region.
※ All times are listed in Japan Standard Time (JST).
※ Product images are samples; actual items may differ slightly.
※ International shipping availability may vary. Please check the order site for details.
©nagano ©nagano / 2026 Chiikawa the Movie Film Partners
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Official Merchandise Wave 2 for "Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of Mermaid Island" Goes on Sale
Official Merchandise Wave 2 for "Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of Mermaid Island" Goes on Sale
