Doraemon holidays
Doraemon and friends brought extra cheer to the Christmas Tree lighting.
Rio MizuMitsukoshi BGC welcomed the holiday season with “Doraemon: A Sparkling Adventure,” officially kicking off the festivities on 4 November. The launch featured a Christmas chorale and the much-anticipated holiday debut of Mitsuko alongside Doraemon and friends.
Hiroshi Kondo and Horan Kondo, directors and owners of Animation International Ltd., Doraemon’s main licensing agency, who flew in from Hong Kong for the ceremonial lighting.
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Cham Estrera-Magsaysay.
Kervin Luy
Rio Mizu
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MITSUKO, the mall’s iconic Kokeshi doll, now dressed in her new festive outfit.
Kervin Luy
This year’s celebration brings the Christmas spirit to life with playful Doraemon touches woven throughout the mall — adding charm and creating countless Instagram-worthy corners. Families can look forward to meet-and-greet sessions with Doraemon and friends on 6, 7, and 8 December, as well as 13 and 14 December, with appearances scheduled at 1 p.m., 3 p.m., and 5 p.m. at the second-floor Event Space. Santa Claus will also make special visits on 20 December from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., and on 21 and 25 December at 6 p.m.
