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FUJI THEATER (FUJI EIGEKI)

The Fuji Theater, located outdoors along the river brings you a selection of movies only we would pick!

Fri July 25th "Muscle Shoals" [From 23:30]
"Tora-san, My Uncle" [From 25:25]
Sat July 26th "Paul McCartney and Wings: Rockshow" [From 23:30]

Features on Fri July 25th

Muscle Shoals (From 23:30)

Muscle Shoals

"A touching music documentary about Muscle Shoals, the sanctuary of soul music that is highly acclaimed for the creation of many golden melodies."

Muscle Shoals, located in Alabma, is said to be the sanctuary of soul music and has been loved by many world class musicians. This documentary focuses on the musicians and crew that have worked at Fame Studio and Muscle Shoals Sound Studio. The small studio is located right by the Tennessee River, which the Native Americans refer to as The Singing River and is considered a sacred place. Musicians who have been there all say "when we record at this studio, a magical thing happens that results in the creation of brilliant music."

Cast: Rick Hall, Aretha Franklin, Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Bono, Steve Winwood, Gregg Allman

★Nominated for 2014 Grammy Award!
Roadshow begins July 12th at Shinjuku Cinema Qualite and other theaters nationwide

[For more info]
http://muscleshoals-movie.com/

Tora-san, My Uncle (From 25:25)

Muscle Shoals

"Sakura, your son says he is in love. Now that's my boy!"

Mitsuo failed his college entrance exam and is now going to prep school every day. But he can't concentrate on his studies and Sakura and Hiroshi worry about him. Tora-san returned from quite a long abscence, and they decide to go for a drink to a weatherfish restaurant to discuss his problems. Mitsuo has a crush on Izumi Oikawa (Kumiko Goto), but her parents got divorced and she moved away. Mitsuo wanted to see her so much he decides to ride his motorcycle from Nagoya to Saga. He coincidentally meets Tora-san, and they both go to meet Izumi, where her beautiful aunt Hisako (Fumi Dan) is there to welcome them, although Izumi's uncle is an educator and...
The 42nd movie of the series centers around Mitsuo, played by Hidetaka Yoshioka since the 27th "Tora-san's Love in Osaka" Although Mitsuo needs to study for the university entrance exam, he is head over heels for the beautiful Izumi, played by Kumiko Goto, the winner of the Japanese National Beauty Pageant. Her family is having issues and she went against her mother Reiko (Mari Natsuki) who owns a mini club in Nagoya, and lives in Saga with her aunt. Mitsuo went to go see Izumi on his motorcycle, but her strict uncle played by Isao Bito is hard to win over. But Tora-san tells him "I want to praise Mitsuo for his courage."

★Tora-san welcomes his sixth year at Fuji Rock!
Let's see the rock'n'roll Tora-san that vitalizes Japan!
"Tora-san" HD remastered DVD on sale July 25th at the low price of 1,800 JPY (tax not incl)!
Director Yoji Yamada's latest movie "The Little House" Blu-ray and DVD to be released August 8th.

[For more info]
http://www.tora-san.jp
http://www.facebook.com/torasanshochiku
http://www.chiisai-ouchi.jp

Features on Sat July 26th

"Paul McCartney and Wings: Rockshow" (From 23:50)

Tora- san

"The performance the whole world went crazy for in 1976 comes to Fuji Rock!"

Tora-san helped Hitomi Irie (Kaori Momoi) who was being wooed by the young proprietor of a ryokan in Hokkaido. He ended up staying at the proprietor's ryokan, listening to Hitomi's troubles. One day a while after that,After the Beatles broke up, Paul wanted to convey his own rock'n'roll, and formed Paul McCartney & Wings. "Rockshow" is the documentary of the legendary performance by the Wings at the height of their career. The film centers around the show at Seattle Kingdome, and made the world record for an indoor concert at the time, gathering 67,000 people. Paul's amazing skill not only as a songwriter, but as a bassist, guitarist, pianist and vocalist and his all-round charisma is amazing to witness, you can't talk about rock'n'roll history without watching this film!

[For more info]
http://www.yamaha-mv.co.jp/paulmccartney/rockshow/

Great East Japan Earthquake Disaster Relief Support Project [Benefit for NIPPON]
- Fuji Rock's Commitment

benefit for nippon

 

Benefit for NIPPON » http://smash-jpn.com/nippon/index.html

The Great East Japan Earthquake Disaster Relief Support Project (Benefit for NIPPON), works to continually support areas effected by the disaster though donations, charity concerts and volunteering.

As part of this project, and with the cooperation of a great many people involved with the festival, we provide a place where we and those who come to the festival can support relief efforts.

Donations and Support Efforts at the Festival

Fuji Rock, considering the long term effects of the tsunami and accident at Fukushima, sends charitable donations gathered at the festival to the Fukushima Prefectural Disaster Relief Headquarters.

Along with the above, Fuji Rock sends donations gathered at the festival to the Fukushima Prefectural Disaster Relief Headquarters.

Fukushima Prefecture Website: Donations for people effected by the disaster still living in the prefecture.
» more info

Fuji Rock accepts donations on site

[Benefit for NIPPON] donation boxes are set up both inside and outside of the festival grounds.
These donations are equally distributed directly to those effected by the disaster and still living in Fukushima Prefecture making it the most direct way of supporting thosewho have been effected.
We kindly ask for your cooperation.

Donation Box Locations Donation boxes are located at the main entrance gate, the information booths (Shop and Oasis areas), etc.
*Donations will be tallied and announced on this website at a later date.

FUJI ROCK / NGO Village Relief Projects

Donations made to the NGO Village for children in wartorn areas will be sent to those effected by the Great East Japan Earthquake again this year.

Relief Organizations ・Benefit for NIPPON
・NPO Okinawa Kuminosato
NGO Village Donation Breakdown ・Percentage of proceeds from "NGO Village" and "The Atomic Cafe" t-shirt sales
・Percentage of profits from "NGO Village, Café" , etc.

Relief Efforts by Fuji Rock Official Supporters

Official Supporters work along with Fuji Rock in Charity Efforts

[BEAMS] Percentage of profit from sale of Fuji Rock Collabo T-shirts

[Heineken] Percentage of profits from sales of Heineken beer at the festival

Efforts at the Festival

There is no one way to support relief efforts. At Fuji Rock Festival, every organization, team and corporation work to support relief efforts in many different ways.

We ask that everyone takes part and helps out.

*The efforts introduced here are separate from those of [Benefit for NIPPON] and the types use of donations and efforts should be confirmed on-site.

"The Atomic Cafe"

Anti Nuclear Power and Weapons, Reusable Energy Event, "The Atomic Cafe" is held at the NGO Village and Avalon Stage.

[For more info]
http://acf.main.jp/

[AVALON Stage Program]

<Participating Musicians>
7.25 ESE-TIMERS / Kato Tokiko
7.26 Otomo Yoshihide Special Band
7.27 TOSHI-LOW <Guest:YAMAZAKI(toe)>

<Atomic Cafe Talk Show>
7.25 Daisuke Tsuda · Tokiko Kato · Masafumi Goto · TOSHI-LOW
7.26 Daisuke Tsuda · Yoshihide Otomo
7.27 Daisuke Tsuda · Soichiro Tahara

[NGO Village "The Atomic Cafe" Booth]

· Open mic event and exhibitions, etc., booths

Efforts of the NGO Village

[Introducing a network for valunteering at areas effected by the disaster]

[Information from NGOs supporting relief efforts in disaster effected areas seaking donations]

 

[Introducing efforts to shift energy sources from nuclear power with energy as a theme]

Efforts at KIDSLAND

[The Japan Play Association works to care for childrens wellness through the creation of playgrounds in disaster effected areas. Information is available at Kidsland and donations are welcome.]

[All proceeds from the candy shop at the KIDSLAND area are donated to charity]

Efforts at PYRAMID GARDEN

Introducing efforts by Candle JUNE and several other starters of this project who still go to disaster areas to support those living in refugee for the relief effort group "LOVE FOR NIPPON".
The moms of "Yamamoto Time" who support handcrafting activities at disaster areas will be there to sell goods and do workshops! Please come by!
'LOVE FOR NIPPON' http://www.lfn.jp/

Other Efforts

The festival strives to support those in disaster effected areas through many different ways.

Efforts by the Tour Center

Official Tour Centre will be running a free bus pakage from Tohoku (Sendai).

Efforts by Official Food Booths

  • [Naeba Shokudo] Part of the proceeds will be donated (To Fukushima Prefecture)
  • [Asagiri Shokudo] "Save Our Milk" Stickers given to those who make a donation and donations are sent to the Tohoku Milk Association
  • [Tokoro Tengoku] Part of proceeds donated to Fukushima Prefecture

Report on Donations for Great East Japan Earthquake Relief Efforts from FRF'13

The Fuji Rock Festival Organization received many donations from festival goers last year and made the following donations. Thank you all for your help and support.

• Activities at FRF'13
[Total Donations] ¥3,546,294
[Donated to] Fukushima Pref Disaster Relief Headquarters
[Date] August 8th, 2013

• FRF'13 Charity Silent Auction
[Total Sales of Auction] ¥498,733
[Donated to] Fukushima Pref Disaster Relief Headquarters
[Date] October 1, 2013

Previous activities and donation details can be checked on the Benefit for NIPPON website.

Benefit for NIPPON » http://smash-jpn.com/nippon/index.html

Fuji Rock Pre-Festival Event "FUJI ROCK DAYS" - in TOKYO -

Fuji Rock Pre-Festival Event! At TOWER RECORDS Shinjuku!

fuji rock days

Official shop Gan-Ban to host Fuji Rock Pre-Festival Event at Shibuya PARCO PART-1 again on the weekend marking 1 month to the festival!
Also, TOWER RECORDS Shinjuku is offering last FUJI ROCK DAYS on the weekend only 1 week to the festival!

●FUJI ROCK DAYS in [TOWER RECORDS Shinjuku] 7/19(sat)-7/20(sun)

Fuji Rock Pre-Festival Event returns to TOWER RECORDS Shinjuku on the weekend only 1 week to the festival!
The last event offers lottery with great prizes such as Fuji Rock merchandises and outdoor goods, screening of special footages and helps you to prepare for the festival.
Come join us to get most up to date info.

Date & Time July 19th (Sat), 20th (Sun) 12:00-20:00
Place TOWER RECORDS Shinjuku 9F Special Booth
Event Info FRF'14 Ticket Sales / Lottery / Screening of Past Rare Footage etc
Lottery Entry For those who purchase FRF'14 ticket at “Fuji Rock Special Booth”
For those who receive a ticket when purchasing selected items at TOWER RECORDS Shinjuku (Distribution starting Juy 7th)
Lottery Prizes Outdoor Goods, Fuji Rock Merchandises, TOWER RECIRDS original goods etc

●FUJI ROCK DAYS at [Shibuya Parco] July 5th (Sat), 6th (Sun)

After the previous succesful Fuji Rock Days at Shibuya Parco, FRF official shop Gan-ban, is back offering festival tickets, a lottery with great prizes and screenings of rare footage from past festivals.
Don't miss out on exclusive sales of official merchandise as well as a wagon sale offering amazing discounts!
Get prepared for this summer's Fuji with outdoor goods and more!

GAN-BAN » http://ganban.net/?p=16061

Date & Time July 5th (Sat), 6th (Sun) 10:00~20:00
Place Shibuya PARCO PART-1 1F “Koen Dori Square” Main Entrance
Shibuya PARCO PART-3 B1F Gan-ban
Event Info FRF'14 Ticket Sales / Lottery / Official Merchandise / Wagon Sale / Outdoor Goods / Screening of Rare Footage / First Time Fuji Rock 'Tips and How-Tos' etc.
Lottery Entry For those who purchase FRF'14 tickets or FRF x Gan-ban official goods during the FUJI ROCK DAYS at “Fuji Rock special booth” or “Gan-ban (Shibuya PARCO PART-3 B1F)
Lottery Prizes Tour Bus Tickets, Outdoor Goods, etc
“First Time Fuji Rock – Tips on purchasing tickets and how to get there -” Fuji Rock's official shop, Gan-ban will be on hand to answer all of your questions. Feel free to ask the staff at the Gan-ban shop as well.

FUJI ROCK DAYS is back! Held simultaneously at three locations!!

The popular pre-festival event, "FUJI ROCK DAYS, is confirmed to take place on July 7th (Sat), and 8th (Sun) in three locations in Shibuya and Shinjuku!

Come and feel the Fuji Rock vibes at this event, perfect for getting the latest updates and exchanging information. We look forward to seeing you there!

[Place/ Dates]
Shibuya Parco June 7th (Sat), 8th (Sun) 10:00AM-8:00PM more info each category below »
Shibuya TOWER RECORDS June 7th (Sat), 8th (Sun) 11:00AM-8:00PM more info each category below »
Shinjuku TOWER RECORDS June 7th (Sat), 8th (Sun) 11:00AM-8:00PM more info each category below »
[Event Info]
FRF'14 Ticket Sales All ticket types will be sold at FUJI ROCK DAYS special booth!
(Credit cards accepted (Visa, Master Card only)/ full payment required)
Lottery Great prizes such as Naeba Prince lodging coupon, tour bus ticket and outdoor gear etc. If you purchase a ticket for FRF'14 at the special booth you will be eligible to enter the lottery!
Screening of Past Rare Footage Rare footage from past FRF that can only be seen here will be shown during the event!
"First Fuji Rock
-Tips on purchasing tickets and how to get there -"
Consulting booth for those who are interested in going to FRF but don't know how to get tickets or have questions about how to get there and book accomodation. Fuji Rock staff will support you in finding the best way for you to enjoy your first Fuji Rock! Get your questions answered and get some pointers before purchasing a ticket!

●FUJI ROCK DAYS in [Shibuya Parco] Sat. 6/7- Sun. 6/8

The ultimate pre-festival event hosted by the official FRF shop, Gan-ban.
This year we have changed locations from the main entrance of Shibuya Parco Part-1 to the Spainzaka Square!
The Fuji Rock special booth will be at the Spainzaka Square for the first time!
As the special event hosted by the official shop, they will have early releases for this year's official goods and a wagon sale for past merch items as well!

GAN-BAN » http://ganban.net/?p=15263

Date & Time Sat 6/7, Sun 6/8 10:00AM - 8:00PM
Place Shibuya Parco PART-1, 1F 'Spainzaka Square'
Shibuya Parco PART-3, B1F 'GAN-BAN
Event Info FRF'14 Ticket Sales / Lottery / Screening of Past Rare Footage / First Fuji Rock 'Tips and How-Tos' etc.
[● Only at Shibuya Parco]
Advance Sales of Official Merchandise / Merchandise Sale
Lottery Entry Lottery participants will be limited to those who purchase FRF'14 tickets at the GAN-BAN shop(Shibuya Parco Part-3 B1F) or the Fuji Rock Booth during the event.
Lottery Prizes Naeba Prince Hotel lodging coupons, tour bus tickets, outdoor goods, etc
First Fuji Rock
-Tips on purchasing tickets and how to get there -
Fuji Rock's official shop, Gan-ban will have their staff at the booth during the event to answer all of your questions. Feel free to ask the staff at the Gan-ban shop as well.

●FUJI ROCK DAYS in [TOWER RECORDS SHIBUYA] Sat. 6/7- Sun. 6/8

Every year the main entrance of TOWER RECORDS SHIBUYA is full with people gazing at past rare footage and enjoying the lottery regardless of the outcome during these two days.
Sure to be another great pre-event at Shibuya's mecca for music lovers!

Date & Time Sat 6/7, Sun 6/8 11:00AM - 8:00PM
Place TOWER RECORDS SHIBUYA STORE 1F MAIN ENTRANCE
Event Info FRF'14 Ticket Sales / Lottery / Screening of Past Rare Footage / First Fuji Rock 'Tips and How-Tos' etc.
Lottery Entry Lottery participants will be limited to those who purchase FRF'14 tickets at the Fuji Rock Booth during the event.
Lottery Prizes Naeba Prince Hotel lodging coupons, tour bus tickets, outdoor goods, etc
First Fuji Rock
-Tips on purchasing tickets and how to get there -
Consultation desk will be set up during the event. Also feel free to ask any of the staff.

●FUJI ROCK DAYS in [TOWER RECORDS SHINJUKU] Sat. 6/7- Sun. 6/8

FUJI ROCK DAYS in TOWER RECORDS SHINJUKU was always held after the Shibuya event. This year, the event will be held at all three locations simultaneiously so that you can ask all of your questions, get tips and how-tos and still be able to purchase pre-sale tickets!
TOWER RECORDS SHINJUKU will also be handing out lottery tickets to those who purchase campaign items for a chance to win original goods at the lottery!

Date & Time Sat 6/7, Sun 6/8 11:00AM - 8:00PM
Place TOWER RECORDS SHINJUKU STORE 9F EVENT BOOTH
Event Info FRF'14 Ticket Sales / Lottery / Screening of Past Rare Footage / First Fuji Rock 'Tips and How-Tos' etc.
Lottery Entry [A] People who purchase FRF'14 tickets at the Fuji Rock Booth during the event.

[B] Those with a lottery ticket given to people who purchased the campaign items at Tower Records Shinjuku.
Lottery Prizes [A] THE FUJI ROCK PRIZE
OFFICIAL TOUR BUS TICKETS / OUTDOOR GOODS / ETC.

[B] TOWER RECORDS PRIZE
TOWER RECORDS SUMMER FESTIVAL GOODS / ORIGINAL MERCHANDISE, ETC.
First Fuji Rock
-Tips on purchasing tickets and how to get there -
Consultation desk will be set up at 2F entrance. Feel free to ask any questions.

Fuji Rock Pre-Festival Event "FUJI ROCK DAYS" - in NAGOYA -

To be held in Nagoya too! FUJI ROCK DAYS in Nagoya!

fuji rock days

Now a popular event every year, FUJI ROCK DAYS will be held at TOWER RECORDS Nagoya PARCO located in Yabacho, the center of Nagoya!
Event includes a lottery with great prizes, showing rare footage of past Fuji Rock and ticket sales!
And of course there will be a consultation desk for those who will be going to Fuji Rock for the first time.

It is bound to be a fruitful day for everyone, from those who have already decided to go to Fuji Rock to those who are still trying to make the decision, so don't miss it!

FUJI ROCK DAYS in NAGOYA [TOWER RECORDS Nagoya PARCO] Sat. July 5

Date & Time July 5 (Sat) 1:00PM - 8:00PM
Place TOWER RECORDS Nagoya PARCO
[Event Info]
FRF'14 Ticket Sales All ticket types will be sold during FUJI ROCK DAYS at TOWER RECORDS Nagoya PARCO.
Lottery Great prizes such as Naeba Prince lodging coupon, tour bus ticket and outdoor gear etc.
Screening of Past Rare Footage Rare footage from past FRF that can only be seen here will be shown during the event!
"First Fuji Rock
-Tips on purchasing tickets and how to get there -"
Consulting booth for those who are interested in going to FRF but don't know how to get tickets or have questions about how to get there and book accomodation. Fuji Rock staff will support you in finding the best way for you to enjoy your first Fuji Rock! Get your questions answered and get some pointers before purchasing a ticket!
Lottery Entry · Those who purchase FRF'14 tickets during FUJI ROCK DAYS at TOWER RECORDS Nagoya PARCO
· Those with a lottery ticket given to people who purchased the campaign items at Tower Records Nagoya PARCO
Lottery Prize Naeba Prince Hotel lodging coupons, tour bus tickets, outdoor goods, etc

Fuji Rock Pre-Festival Event "FUJI ROCK DAYS" - in OSAKA -

To be held in Osaka too! FUJI ROCK DAYS in Osaka!

fuji rock days

Of course it's not just Tokyo! FUJI ROCK DAYS in Osaka has become a regular event in Osaka too and it will be held again this year at three TOWER RECORDS shops in Osaka!
Event includes a lottery with great prizes, showing rare footage of past Fuji Rock and ticket sales as well as a consultation desk for those who will be going to Fuji Rock for the first time.

Get the latest udpates and a taste of the wonderful atmosphere of Fuji Rock in Osaka!

●FUJI ROCK DAYS in OSAKA [TOWER RECORDS] Sat. June 14, Sun. June 15, Sat. June 21

Date & Place June 14 (Sat) 3:00PM-9:00PM TOWER RECORDS Namba
June 15 (Sun) 3:00PM-9:00PM TOWER RECORDS Umeda Osaka Marubiru
June 21 (Sat) 3:00PM-9:00PM TOWER RECORDS Umeda NU Chayamachi
[Event Info]
FRF'14 Ticket Sales All ticket types will be sold during FUJI ROCK DAYS at the TOWER RECORDS shops hosting the event.
Lottery Great prizes such as Naeba Prince lodging coupon, tour bus ticket and outdoor gear etc.
Screening of Past Rare Footage Rare footage from past FRF that can only be seen here will be shown during the event!
"First Fuji Rock
-Tips on purchasing tickets and how to get there -"
Consulting booth for those who are interested in going to FRF but don't know how to get tickets or have questions about how to get there and book accomodation. Fuji Rock staff will support you in finding the best way for you to enjoy your first Fuji Rock! Get your questions answered and get some pointers before purchasing a ticket!
Lottery Entry · For those who purchase FRF'14 tickets during FUJI ROCK DAYS at the TOWER RECORD shops hosting the event.
· Those with a lottery ticket given to people who purchased the campaign items at the five Tower Records shops listed below in the Kansai area.
Lottery Ticket Distribution TOWER RECORDS Umeda Osaka Marubiru, Umeda NU Chayamachi, Namba, Kyoto, Kobe
Lottery Prize Naeba Prince Hotel lodging coupons, tour bus tickets, outdoor goods, etc

NOW ACCEPTING ROOKIE A GO-GO BAND AUDITIONS!

"ROOKIE A GO-GO" supported by Strummerville

rookie a go-go logo

ROOKIE A GO-GO Performers Selected!
[7/25 (Fri)]
ARTIFACT OF INSTANT / odol / Dizzy Sunfist / Creepy Nuts (R-Shitei & DJ Matsunaga) / SPARK!!SOUND!!SHOW!!
[7/26 (Sat)]
Yoshida Yohei group / Manic Sheep / The fin. / Wedance / Suchmos
[7/27 (Sun)]
SHOKA OKUBO BLUES PROJECT / Secret Meanies / Potlucks / Yogee New Waves / Cubetone

15 performers for this year's ROOKIE A GO-GO have been selected from 1300 applicants. This year's performers not only from Japan but also from Taiwan and Korea made it through the narrow gate to fame!

You can listen to their music and get the artist info below.
http://www.fujirockfestival.com/news/event01.html

Starting out as the "NEW STAGE" the first year the festival was held in Naeba, 1999, the Rookie A Go-Go is now in its 16th year.

Known as a door to fame for new artists, the Rookie A Go-Go has seen many artists go on to bigger things like The Bawdies who performed in 2007 and went on to perform on the Green Stage at last year's festival.

Rookie A Go-Go has truly become the gateway to fame now with the Play at the Main Stage Project which started in 2011. This gateway is now open to all and accepting submissions for auditions!

We await the next headliner's submission to audition!

※This year's application has been closed.

Performers from last year's ROOKIE A GO-GO compete for a slot on one of the main stages
ROOKIE A GO-GO 'AIM FOR THE MAIN STAGE! PROJECT'

"Autopsy Report of Drowned Shrimp" to perform!

After breaking down the boarders of language and captivating both foreign and domestic audiences at Rookie A Go-Go last summer and recieving the most votes, this hyper shrimp groove had a strong showing in the second round of voting, Autopsy Report of Drowned Shrimp won themselves a slot to perform at FRF'14!
Scheduled to perform on Sunday July 27th. Stage to be announced at a later date.

Artists that performed at last year's ROOKIE A GO-GO stage now take part in auditions for a slot on one of the main stages at FRF'14! AIM FOR THE MAIN STAGE!

One artist out of 14 competitors will win the chance to perform at either the Green or White Stages, the Red Marquee, Field of Heaven, or the Orange Court at this summer's festival.

The first round of voting in this competition where YOUR votes choose the winner was held at the ROOKIE A GO-GO during last year's Fuji Rock Festival.

Second and final round of voting begins now!

Check recordings of the performances from last year's ROOKIE A GO-GO Stage and each artists up to date information and vote for your favorite artist!

[Voting Period] February 27th to March 31st

*Final winner and stage to be determined by the Rookie a Go-Go Audition Office once votes from the first round of voting held at the Rookie a Go-Go in 2013 and the second round of voting held online are tallied and totalled.

Details available on Japanese language website » http://www.fujirockfestival.com/news/event17.html

'Festival Echo' How Fuji Rock works to protect the environment

Fuji Rock Forest

Aiming at the 'harmonious coexistence of nature and humans', Fuji Rock Festival has made various attempts every year to reduce environmental emissions from the event. Why don't you start trying something you can do to help the environment? Your action will change the future of the earth.

Fuji Rock Forest Project 2014

Fuji Rock Festival has worked with Niigata Pref. and the towns of Yuzawa and Naeba since 2011 to protect the forest environment surrounding the festival site through the Fuji Rockers Forest Project.

Approximately 70% of Japan's surface area is forest land, an astounding 40% of which is planted forest which requires constant upkeep such as weeding and thinning to maintain a healthy ecology.

The reality is that many forests are neglected through lack of care or funds and the forests surrounding the festival are no exception.

The Fuji Rockers Forest Project works to ensure the people who live in the area and those who visit Naeba can continue to enjoy the beautiful environs through the regeneration and utilization of the forest.

Naeba(Fujirock)Forest Boardwalk

new power gear

In 2002, Fujirock, together with the people of Naeba and the efforts of many volunteers, has created the "Naeba Independence Boardwalk", which allowed disabled people in wheelchairs to enjoy nature walks.

The boardwalk is a small barrier-free path where everyone, including those in wheelchairs, can enjoy time in the forest.
This "organic" path is hand built, constructed over the years using only natural wood, without the assistance of heavy machinery or chemical products.
In 2014, over 300 volunteers and locals continued to extend the wooden path supporting its growth.
We are hosting “BOARD WALK Camp” once again before this year's Fuji Rock. Let's create the BOARD WALK together.
» For more details http://fujirockers.org/?p=6636

Fujirock paper [Cooperation]:Chuetsu Pulp & Paper Co., Ltd.(Inc.)]

While performing forest maintenance, we found cut down "wasted trees" and decided to take advantage of it, which was the birth of "Fujirock paper".
Wood gathered in the forests near the Fujirock venue in Niigata and Yuzawa was used as the raw material for the creation of the "Fujirock paper", a free paper the circulation of which promotes the circulation of the forest cycle and it's connection to the threatened Niigata and Yuzawa forests.
Fuji Rock Paper is used to make paper products such as free papers(Festival Echo), Fuji Rock flyers, official pamphlets and will continue to contribute to the preservation of the forest in every way possible.

[Free paper "FESTIVAL ECHO"]

FESTIVAL ECHO

“FESTIVAL ECHO”, everyone's favorite free paper!

The 2014 edition of FES ECHO is published using Fuji Rock paper and contributing to the future of children and outdoor life.

[Available at] HMV, TOWER RECORDS, BEAMS (participating locations only), CHUMS, Columbia, LOGOS, MERRELL, Timberland, OSHMAN’S and other outdoor shops

The "Fuji Rock Forest" project council

Niigata Prefecture, the Town of Yuzawa, Yuzawa Onsen Tourism Association, Naeba Tourism Association, Naeba Boardwalk Council, Prince Hotel, Chuetsu Pulp, Smash

[Volunteers Wanted]
Become a supporter and help build the Fuji Rock Forest!
The Fuji Rock Forest Project is looking for individual and corporate supporters.
Please see the council website for more info.
http://www.fujirockersforest.com/

[Fuji Rock Forest Project Facebook Page]
Find the latest updates for Fuji Rock Forest on our Facebook page including activity reports and application for the board walk camp.
Fuji Rock Forest Project Facebook Page » https://www.facebook.com/fujirockersforest

Participating in the global activities

Fuji Rock Festival has joined the international environmental body 'FUTURE FOREST' in 2002 and planted trees at various locations in the world to offset CO2 produced in the event. In 2006, the Festival also joined the launch of the international environmental fund 'Global Cool', which was founded to prevent global warming. The Festival has offered oppotunities for guests to think about global environmental issues by supporting a variety of activities from global to grass root levels.

NGO VILLAGE

ngo village

Since the year 2000, NGOs who take on issues that effect all of us such as the environment, societal problems and world peace, have congregated at the Avalon Field.
NGO VILLAGE »http://www.ngovillage.net/

Participating NGOs

Energy / Nature Renewable Energy Promoting People's Forum(REPP) http://www.repp.jp
Fuji Rock Forest Project http://www.fujirockersforest.com/
ATOMIC CAFE http://acf.main.jp
Oku Hino Satoyama Network http://chiikiokoshi-tottori-hino.blogspot.jp/
Disaster Area Relief Otsuchi Reconstruction Quilt Project http://tomotsuna.jp/
Workshop Produce Team https://www.facebook.com/TuKuRu.PJT
Human iPledge http://ipledge.jp/
papamama http://papamama.cc/
Asia-Japan Women's Resource Center http://www.ajwrc.org/jp/
Harmony For Peace http://harmonyforpeace.jimdo.com/
Calcutta Rescue http://www.calcuttarescue.org/

'NEW ENERGY' to operate the Festival

NEW POWER GEAR

new power gear

Since 2005, Fuji Rock has proactively implemented the use of biodiesel fuel and solar power in order to reduce carbon emissions through the "New Power Gear" campaign.

[By using 7,200 liters of Biodiesel Fuel, we will have contributed in reducing CO2 by 19,008 kilograms]
By recycling used tempura oil into biodiesel fuel(*BDF), we are reducing the load we are putting on our planet. In 2012, 36 barrels or 7,200 liters of BDF was used for generators and stage power trucks, reducing CO2 emissions by 19,008 kg.(Diesel Fuel: 1 Liter = 2.64kg of CO2 emissions)The use of green energy at Fuji Rock which started in 2005 has now expanded where all the power including stage power at Field of Heaven, all of Avalon Field, Boardwalk, Mokudotei and Kids Land, as well as part of the camp site is now powered by BDF.

*Bio Diesel Fuel(BDF):Since plants absorb CO2 during photosynthesis, the amount of CO2 released during combustion of BDF is counterbalanced.

Clean Energy Promotion Campaign

As part of our project to raise awareness for clean energy, we have taken part in many campaigns.

 

[Keep Fuji Rock's theme song "Let's Go To The Countryside"(by Kiyoshiro Imawano)playing with a bicycle generator!]
Our annual campaign that involves rigorous manual labor and one that many people participate in will be held once again this year. Keep Fuji Rock's theme song playing with the power of festival goers, located at the NGO village. We will give away original Fuji Rock Forest merchandise to the first 200 participants.

Recycling Resources at the Festival

Zero Garbage Navigation

zero rubbish

Beginning in 1998, with the international environmental organization, A SEED JAPAN, leading the way, the festival has worked with volunteers towards not only keeping the festival grounds clean but sorting the garbage generated into resources that can be recycled, aiming to make Fuji Rock the "greenest festival in the world".
NPO iPledge will be the core for this project from 2014, continuing to build on the foundation that A SEED JAPAN established.

For more info visit: [Zero Garbage Navigation]

Recycling projects

Resources gathered at the festival this summer will be used to manufacture eco friendly merchandise for next year's festival.
•Passing out garbage bags made from recycled plastic bottles
•Use of toilet paper made from recycled paper cups and cigarette packaging

The festival is taking on many other projects using recycled resources as part of the Recycle Project.

[From Plastic Bottles to Staff Jackets]

supported by THE NORTH FACE/MITSUBISHI MOTORS

jacket from recycled plastic bottles

Recycling plastic bottles gathered at the festival into fibers, this project provides 2,000 jackets to festival staff. Approximately 10 plastic bottles are used to manufacture a jacket which means about 20,000 plastic bottles(aproximately 500kg)are recycled into jackets every year.

[From Wooden Chopsticks to Wood Pellets]

This project recyces used disposable chopsticks into wood pellets that can be used as fuel for stoves and boilers. Compared to oil based fuels that generate waste and CO2, wood pellets only generate the same amount of CO2 as absorbed during its growth as a tree, thus offsetting emmissions. The chopsticks are reborn as a fuel source good for the earth.

Use of low environmental impact tableware

All food booths at the festival use tableware with low environmental impact and chopsticks made from domestic forest thinnings.
•"Non-wooden tableware" using materials like left over sugar cane.
•Chopsticks made from forest thinnings from domestic forests which has a low impact on the environment while helping to maintain the forests.
•Experimental use of Biodegradable Plastic Cups made from 100% organic materials.

FUJI ROCK FESTIVAL ENVIRONMENTAL PROJECT SUPPORTERS

iPledge / rainbow echo / Renewable Energy Promoting People's Forum(REPP) / ITALOH DESIGN / RA -energy design- / BDF Co., Ltd / Chuetsu Pulp & Paper / greenapple / AKTIO / MITSUHO Generate / OMNI international Co., Ltd / Camp information centre
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Auto camp 'MOON CARAVAN'


moon caravan

Auto camp facility 'MOON CARAVAN'

  • 4 night auto camp only area
  • The use of the auto camp area 'MOON CARAVAN' is limited to ticket holders who have both a "MOON CARAVAN" car park pass and accompanying campsite ticket. Regular car park passes and campsite tickets are not valid in this area.
    » ticket type
  • Entry/departure is limited and not allowed outside the specified times.
  • The ticket will be invalid if guests arrive later than stated entry time, and guests will not be able to use the area/facility. In this case, it will not be possible to replace the invalid ticket with one for the other car parking facilities. Please carefully choose your tickets that suit your plans before purchase.

Facilities

Place Moon Caravan is located at the southernmost(closest to the main enterance)area of the festival, above the Tour Bus Users Campsite, "Pyramid Garden" on what used to be the Naeba Prince Hotel golf course. The area is grassy with a slight(approx 3 to 5 degree)slope. It is a roughly 15 minute walk to the main gate of the festival.
*The MOON CARAVAN area is considered to be outside of the festival
Entrance & Exit Times [Entrance Schedule] July 24th Thurs.: 12:00PM to 5:00PM
[Exit Schedule] July 28th Mon.: 9:00AM to 12:00PM
* Missing the scheduled entrance time will void the parking permit and use of the area.
*Vehicles which enter the area will not be allowed to exit until the scheduled exit times.
*All ticketholders planning on using the area should arrive at the scheduled entrance time.
Alloted Area 6mx6m space per 1 area ticket.
* The above space is the allotted area for both vehicle and tent.
*Use of space outside of the alloted area is not permitted.
*Use of each 6m x 6m space will be limited to 4 people.
*[Permitted Vehicle Size]
  Four wheeled vehicles under 6m long.
  (Motorcycles, mini-buses or recreational vehicles over 6m long are not permitted.)
Facilities [The following ficilities can be used along with general camp site and Pyramid Garden users. ]

[Shower Facilities]
[Showers] Available for use 24 hours a day(exluding cleaning times.)
[Naeba Onsen]Price:¥500
Open:
July 24(Thu)12:00 noon - July 25(Fri)12:00 noon
July 25(Fri)3:00PM -July 26(Sat)12:00 noon
July 27(Sun)3:00PM- July 28(Mon)9:00AM

[Store(next to Tour Bus Center)Hours of Operation]
Open:
July 24(Thu) 3:00PM to 9:00PM
July 25(Fri) to July 27(Sun) 5:00AM -1:00PM, 6:00PM -2:00AM
July 28(Mon) 8:00AM to 11:00AM

[BBQ area]
None. Water facilities(sinks) are available.

[The following facilities are also available to Moon Caravan users.]

[Naeba Prince Hotel Large Bath]
Price:¥300
Open: July 24(Thu) 8:00PM to 2:00AM
July 25(Fri) to July 27(Sun) 7:00PM to 6:00AM

[Store("Delica" located within the hotel) Hours of Operation]
Open: July 25(Fri) to July 27(Sun) 8:00AM to 3:00AM
*Please note above times are subject to change without prior notice.
About pets Dogs are allowed in the area but they must be kept in a lead, except for in the dog run area.
* Dogs are not allowed inside the festival site.
*The festival office cannot care for dogs nor will pet food be provided.
* Dogs must be under your own care and you must be responsible for them.
Use of Open Flame While food preperation within your assigned space is permitted, the use of open flame is not allowed.

Terms and conditions

  • Only those with valid parking and camp site tickets are permitted use of the Auto Camp Area "MOON CARAVAN".
    Unavailable for use with general admission and camp site tickets
  • Entry and exiting of vehicles will be restricted. Failure to arrive by the allotted time of entry will invalidate the MOON CARAVAN parking ticket and use of the area will not be permitted. Use of other parking areas will also not be permitted so be sure to plan ahead before purchasing.
    Entrance Schedule
    [Entrance] July 24th Thurs: 12:00PM to 5:00PM
    [Exit] July 28th Mon: 9:00AM to 12:00PM
  • All MOON CARAVAN users must arrive and enter the area at their scheduled time.
  • Assigned space per parking ticket will be 6m x 6m. This space will be your parking and tent space. Use of space outside of your alloted 6m x 6m area will not be permitted. Each 6m x 6m space can only be used by up to 4 persons with car and tent.
  • Dimensions of each space is 6m x 6m and are for use for up to 4 people. (Capacity of the space is maximum 4 people with vehicle and tent.)
  • Vehicles permitted entry to the MOON CARAVAN area will be limited to 4 wheel vehicles not exceeding 6m in length. Use by motorcycles and vehicles exceeding 6m in length such as "Micro Buses" and recreational vehicles, will not be permitted. Please be sure to check your vehicle in advance.
  • Use of soley the MOON CARAVAN area is not available.
  • The festival organizers and or venue is not responsible for any accidents or thefts that occur on the premesis.
  • Use of open flame within the premesis is not permitted.
  • Please be sure to turn off your vehicle when parked.
  • Exchange tickets(festival entrance tickets and auto camp tickets)and wristbands for all members of your party at the MOON CARAVAN Reception Tent. The wristbands will be dedicated MOON CARAVAN wristbands and those without them will not be permmited use of the area. PLEASE NOTE THAT MOON CARAVAN WRISTBANDS ARE NOT AVAILABLE FOR EXCHANGE AT THE MAIN WRISTBAND EXCHANGE TENT LOCATED AT THE SHOP AREA OUTSIDE OF THE FESTIVAL.
  • The MOON CARAVAN area is considered to be outside of the festival and entrance and exit to and from the festival will be the same as the festival opening time and end of the festival program for each day.