UNI9UE PARK '22" was held at Odaiba's Shiokaze Park on October 9 (Sun.) and 10 (Mon.). UNI9UE PARK" is an outdoor festival held by the apparel brand "niko and ..." since 2018. Here, we would like to take a look back at the various contents that embodied the "uni9ue senses" (clothing, food, housing, fun, knowledge, health, travel, sound, and LOCAL) proposed by the brand, mainly through music, with photos.
From shopping to live performances, there are many ways to enjoy yourself.
The venue is Taiyo no Hiroba in Shiokaze Park in Odaiba. Surrounded by greenery, Tokyo Bay spreads out beyond the park. Many food trucks and stalls were lined up in front of the entrance gate, and the area was crowded with people even before entering the pay area.
In the merchandise sales corner, there were many booths that clothes lovers could not resist, such as the "Make Stuff" booth, a product planning project by popular NICOANDO staff, and the secondhand clothing direct sale by "Secondhand Clothing Yamahisa," which boasted the largest volume of secondhand clothing at the event. The event was dotted with booths that clothing lovers could not resist.
In addition, there will be a variety of stores selling outdoor goods such as hammock chairs and rain wear, as well as flowers and miscellaneous goods. Among them is a corner selling original goods and food from Dom Dom Hamburger, the oldest hamburger chain in Japan.
The food lineup was also substantial, from authentic kettle-baked pizzas to popular curry restaurants, a lineup that will stimulate your stomach. Among them, the craft beer that sold out immediately on both days was a collaboration between Shimane brewery "3rd Barrel Brewery" and outdoor web magazine "CAMP HACK". Speaking of festivals, good beer is a must (just my opinion!). I was able to enjoy the beer at the festival.
There were also many hands-on contents, such as a portrait workshop by illustrator Yuya Hamada and a booth where visitors could try the popular tufting. It seems that many visitors came for the free area stalls.
Although we completely enjoyed the festival only outside the venue, this is a festival. Two stages were set up in the paid area, where artists of all generations appeared, from next breakthroughs to veterans.
The last event of each day was a unique collaboration of GAKU - MC, the host band (Rhythm Sommeliers), and guests, including RIP SLYME on the first day and Sincerity Brothers on the second day.
SIRUP
SPECIAL OTHERS
Takao Tajima
RIP SLYME
Sincerity Brothers
Outdoor chairs and hammocks were set up in the rear of the paid area, and a chill mood prevailed throughout the venue, with families enjoying themselves with their children and couples relaxing.
Snapshot of event visitors!
UNI9UE PARK '22 was an urban festival held in Tokyo that attracted a large number of visitors. HOUYHNHNM took photos of visitors enjoying themselves at the venue.
Yuya Hamada
illustrator
- What are you looking for today?
Hamada:Nakamura Emi.
- UNI9UE PARK '22", how do you like it?
Hamada:There were many fashionable people, and I thought it was great that NICO & Co. was holding this kind of urban festival.
- What are you into these days?
Hamada:Pasta making.
Anchon/Sunagi
Make Stuff" staff
- What are you looking for today?
Ancho:Sonar Pocket. Also, there are a lot of delicious looking food trucks to go around!
And the sand eel:RIP SLYME.
- UNI9UE PARK '22", how do you like it?
Ancho:Sonapoke's live show was emo and reminded me of my youth!
And the sand eel:The scale is compact and easy to get around, and it is good to enjoy not only food and music, but also clothes and sundries!
- What are you into these days?
Ancho:I like to do things by myself. I used to not be able to do it very often, but lately I enjoy going shopping and going alone. I have a feeling that I will be able to make my solo yakiniku debut soon....
And the sand eel:Doing crossword puzzles all day long. I bought it in my spare time and I'm more addicted than I thought I would be.
Yuji Yamaguchi
HML U/2A" hairdresser
- What are you looking for today?
Yamaguchi:SPECIAL OTHERS.
- UNI9UE PARK '22", how do you like it?
Yamaguchi:It is cool and comfortable because of the proximity to the ocean. I thought the population was high with many families.
- What are you into these days?
Yamaguchi:I am into cooking.
future tense
dental hygienist
- What are you looking for today?
Future:Portrait workshop.
- UNI9UE PARK '22", how do you like it?
Future:As soon as I arrived, the meat food trucks whetted my appetite.
- What are you into these days?
Future:I started self gel nailing.
Koumei/Moonmei/Civilization
Junior high school student / "SPATULA" staff / "SPATULA" owner
- What are you looking for today?
Civilization:To help a friend's booth.
Moonlight:Nakamura Emi.
Sachiaki:Skateboarding.
- UNI9UE PARK '22", how do you like it?
Civilization:Not too tight, not too loose. The scale and vibe are just right.
Moonlight:I really liked the festival's unique live-performance atmosphere, which was different from that of festivals.
Sachiaki:I enjoyed being in charge of the mess at the booth.
- What are you into these days?
Civilization:Tuna fishing. I fish in Sagami Bay and other places.
Moonlight:I went to Shimane with my father to train as a barista on my days off and got hooked on coffee.
Sachiaki:I have been skateboarding since kindergarten.
KYO
Beautician at "iLe.
- What are you looking for today?
KYO:SIRUP.
- UNI9UE PARK '22", how do you like it?
KYO:The SIRUP concert was packed and very exciting.
- What are you into these days?
KYO:Camping. Lake Motosu is recommended.
aya/yohei
company employee
- What are you looking for today?
Aya:SPECIAL OTHERS.
Western Hemisphere:Takao Tajima.
- UNI9UE PARK '22", how do you like it?
Aya:The atmosphere was perfect for a child's debut.
Western Hemisphere:Being an urban festival, it is very easy to spend time there.
- What are you into these days?
Aya:Parenting. Struggling every day!
Western Hemisphere:This summer I was into playing in the ocean. I have been doing BBQ and SUP in the ocean.
Takumi Sakamoto / Marina Daito
company employee
- What are you looking for today?
Sakamoto:SPECIAL OTHERS.
Daito:Takao Tajima.
- UNI9UE PARK '22", how do you like it?
Sakamoto:The stage is very close.
Daito:The access and the environment are good, so it is nice to come here as if it were a picnic.
- What are you into these days?
Sakamoto:Mountaineering. I also go to Niigata and other snowy mountains!
Daito:I am addicted to the Korean drama "Sisters". It is stylish and overwhelming from the opening.
Yamakoshi/Ueda
company employee
- What are you looking for today?
Yamakoshi/Ueda:Takao Tajima.
- UNI9UE PARK '22", how do you like it?
Yamakoshi:It was bigger than I had imagined, and there were more people and more excitement.
Ueda:The event is open and pleasant.
- What are you into these days?
Yamakoshi:I often travel domestically. I went to Tottori and Shimane recently.
Ueda:Tennis.
In addition to enjoying the live performances of the artists you are looking for, you can also enjoy eating all kinds of festival foods and encountering items that stimulate your appetite, such as clothes and sundries. This year, too, UNI9UE PARK was filled with smiling faces.
Photo_Hikaru Morita
Text_Mikiko Ichitani
