Aye, sailors! Set sail and set course for Anime Messe Babelsberg! We are thrilled to announce that the charismatic J-Pop singer Kota Shinzato, known for the legendary One Piece hit "Hands Up!", will be our guest from July 17th to 19th, 2026, at Animeland in Potsdam (near Berlin). Look forward to live concerts on Saturday and Sunday, Meet & Greets, and signing sessions – and experience that true Grand Line feeling up close!
Japanese singer and musical star Kota Shinzato is setting full sail for Germany and coming to Anime Messe Babelsberg. Bringing along with him: his world-famous song "Hands Up!", the opening of the legendary pirate anime series One Piece revolving around Luffy and his Straw Hat Pirates. With his positive radiance and palpable stage energy, Kota shows exactly what the spirit of the Grand Line feels like. He also invites you to dream together and experience an unforgettable time with "DREAM TOGETHER!!!", the opening for the third season of Starmyu.
Kota Shinzato celebrated his big breakthrough in 2013 with "Hands Up!", for which he was awarded the Japan Record Award for Best Newcomer. Since then, he has become an integral part of the Japanese musical and theater landscape. With his youthful charm, he makes his fans' hearts beat faster – in productions such as:
If you want to experience Kota Shinzato live, mark these dates in your calendar and secure your tickets for Anime Messe Babelsberg in time – before they sell out!
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