Features on Fri July 27th

The Chemical Brothers：DON'T THINK　(Showing from midnight)

"Managed to capture the atmosphere of a very special festival", "Don't think about anything, just give yourself over to the movie!"
-Tom Rowlands
　"This film is the closest I will ever get to being at a Chemical Brothers show... and yeah, it's a beautiful experience”
-Ed Simons

The venue The Chemical Brothers chose to make their first movie was Fuji Rock Festival! Famous for their love of Fuji Rock, The Chemical Brothers have performed at Fuji since the earliest days of the festival and the memory of their headlining performance at the Green Stage on Sunday last year is still fresh in our minds. Don't Think captures the passion of that performance with footage from over 20 cameras and shows us that precious moment where audience and artist become one. Directed by The Chemical Brothers' visual creator, Adam Smith, this film transcends being just a live show film and brings you a visual work where you can "feel it".
DON’T THINK, JUST LET IT FLOW!!

★Relive the excitement of that moment with The Chemical Brothers' first movie!
DON’T THINK -LIVE AT FUJI ROCK FESTIVAL-

[For more info]
http://dontthinkmovie.com/
http://www.emimusic.jp/chems/

Lawrence Of Belgravia　(Showing from 1:25AM〜)

The first ever showing in Japan of this film, documents ex-Felt & Denim and now Go Kart Mozart frontman, Lawrence, called the forgotten genius of UK music scene.

Lawrence first arrived on the scene as the core of the band Fent & Denim which lead the 80's neo core scene with their subtle view on music. 30 years later, while achieving noteriety as a genius or prodigy, and reaching the status of a cult following, the success was never reflected in the charts and the film shows how life is not easy for a middle aged musician living in London. Lawrence has not given up on his dream of being a pop star, and while dreaming of riding in limo's with super models, works on recording a new album. Documenting a full eight years of Lawrence and his life, the film recieved top accolades at last year's London Film Festival.

★Movies from London's record label, Heavenly Recordings' offshoot, Heavenlly Films comes to Japan!

[For more info]
http://www.heavenlyfilms.net
http://www.facebook.com/Heavenlyfilms.jp

Features on Sat July 28th

Tora-san's love in Osaka　(Showing from midnight〜)

Stuart Galbraith IV writes that Tora-san's Love in Osaka is an "above-average entry in this consistently excellent series". He points out that some of the film's humor may be lost on western viewers since it stems from the contrast between Tokyo and Osaka culture. Director Yamada, according to Galbraith, "obviously favors rural, remote Japan to sprawling urban landscapes like Osaka," but nevertheless, "the film plays as a heartfelt valentine to the city and its people."

In the 27th installment of Japan's popular long running Otoko Wa Tsurai Yo series. When his travels bring him to Osaka, Tora-san falls in love with a local geisha. He helps her to track down her estranged brother, and informs his family that he plans to marry her. His plans are foiled when the geisha informs Tora-san that she is engaged.

★Tora-san makes his fourth appearance at Fuji Rock!
Come see the stylishly rock'n'roll Tora-san!

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

Messages from Taiga　(Showing from 1:45AM〜)

In this ever changing world, who knows where humanity will end up? What can we do about this? In search for answers to what kind of future we should create, a Japanese film crew spent a year filming Taiga. Come to find out what they found!

Just across the Japan Sea lies the far eastern edge of Russia. In the virgin forests of the region lives the largest cat (!?) in the world, the Amur Tiger. The forest, called "Taiga" in Russian, is reached by a 2 hours flight to Khabarovsk, then another 5 hour drive (basically off-road!) puts you in the middle of the Taiga. In this forest which is surprisingly close to Japan lives animals such as Grizzly Bears, the Asian Black Bear, large boars and red deer and the indiginous people, the Ude live with the forest and hunt in it. Don't miss this documentary of a year in the lives of the Ude people.

★Taiga Rocks! Virgin Forests Totally Rock! Accepting Applications for Showings Now!

[For more info]
http://abovo.jp/wp/taiga/

FRF’12 OFFICIAL GIFT CAMPAIGN!

Enter to Win Round Trip Tickets from London to Tokyo on Virgin Atlantic Airways or a Nikon1 J1 Double Zoom Kit!

 

FRF’12 Official Gift Campaign! Enter to Win Great Prizes Again This Year!
We’ve prepared some great prizes for everybody again this summer!
Win a pair of Tokyo to London round-trip economy class tickets from Virgin Atlantic Airways!
Or a camera that is smaller then a passport, the compact Nikon 1 J1 with Double Zoom Kit!
Enter to win now!

[Virgin Atlantic Airways “Round Trip Tokyo - London”]
(Provided by:Virgin Atlantic Airways)
Fuji Rock and Virgin Atlantic Airways teams up once again to bring you a great prize!

» more (in Japanese)

[Nikon “Nikon 1 J1 Double Zoom Kit”]
(Provided by:Nikon Corporation)
Nikon brings us the high quality camera that’s smaller then your passport, the Nikon 1 J1!

» more (in Japanese)

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

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 the 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 talyed and announced on this website at a later date.
[ Benefit for NIPPON ] Wristband	Those festival goers who donate at the main entrance or information booth will be given a special [Benefit for NIPPON] wristband. These are available at these locations only. Please note there is a limited number of wristbands available.
[Benefit for NIPPON]Wristbands are provided by Candies Japan which also supports the disaster relief efforts　» www.candiesjapan.com

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 ・Organizations Supporting Children in Fukushima (TBA)
NGO Village Donation Breakdown	・Percentage of proceeds from"NGO Village" and"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 Café" is held at the NGO Village and Avalon Stage.

[AVALON Stage Program]

<Participating Musicians>
7.27 FRYING DUTCHMAN
7.28 Tokiko Kato　Guest：Taiji Sato
7.29 Godzilla・Hoshano・Hikashu
　　　Masafumi Goto

<Atomic Café Talk Show>
7.27 Daisuke Tsuda, Kokoro Fujinami & Kanaru
7.28 Daisuke Tsuda, Tokiko Kato and Taiji Sato
7.29 Daisuke Tsuda, Miyuki Matsuda, Koichi Makigami, Masafumi Goto

[NGO Village "The Atomic Cafe" Booth]

・Open mic event and exhibitions, etc., booths

more info » http://acf.main.jp/

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]

• Tonomagokoro Volunteer Network http://tonomagokoro.net/
• Sokoage Japan (Volunteer efforts in Kesennuma) http://ameblo.jp/sokoagejapan/
• Choma Club (Volunteer efforts in Fukushima) http://www.chomaclub.jp/

 

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

• Renewable Energy Promoting People's Forum (REPP) http://www.repp.jp/
• Citizen's Nuclear Information Center http://www.cnic.jp/
• The Atomic Café http://acf.main.jp/

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.]

• 'Japan Play Association' http://www.ipa-japan.org/asobiba/
• Relief Efforts by the Association http://www.playpark.jp/asobibasien/index.html
• Report on Efforts at FRF'11 http://www.playpark.jp/asobibasien/info/fujirock.html

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

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

Many founding members such as Candle June have come together to support relief efforts in many different ways through "LOVE FOR NIPPON".

• 'LOVE FOR NIPPON' http://www.lfn.jp/

EFFORTS by A SEED JAPAN for Zero Garbage Navigation

The Participation Award from the Eco Action Campaign held at the Green and White Stages goes to helping relief efforts!
Donations sent to:
・Relief Efforts:Fukushima Organic Farm Network
・Long Term Support of Children in Disaster Effected Areas:HATACHI FUND

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] Proceeds from sales of Relief Charity T-shirts 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

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

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

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 2012

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) Forestation

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.

Those who have been to Fuji Rock before already known the pleasure of walking down the boardwalk and basking in the beauty of the forest. With the cooperation of the forestry agency, we are putting yet more effort into the conservation of the vast nature (National Forest) around the boardwalk.
In addition, along with the extension of the boardwalk and research into various ways to "enjoy the forest" further, we aim to improve the forest conservation activities around the Fuji Rock site.

[Commendation from the Secretary of the Forestry Agency]

The Fuji Rock Forest Project Advancement Committee was awarded a letter of commendation as an organization that contributed to the 2011 International Year of Forests.

The award ceremony was held at the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries on Friday March 2nd and was attended by Mr. Morota, Fuji Rock Forest Advancement Committee Vice Chairman, and commitee member Mr. Nishimura of Chuetsu Pulp & Paper.

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.

[Free paper "FESTIVAL ECHO"]

Adored by festival lovers across Japan, the popularity of "Festival Echo" can lead to it being somewhat hard to get a hold of! The 2012 edition which again uses Fuji Rock Paper to work to protect the forests of Naeba and is available now!
The paper is available at all HMVs across Japan, all Tower Records, some BEAMS stores and outdoor shops such as CHUMS, Columbia, LAFUMA, MERRELL, Timberland and OSHMAN'S.
Take a peek at this year's edition! » "Festival Echo:A Look At Naeba's Forests"

The "Fuji Rock Forest" project council

Niigata Prefecture, the Town of Yuzawa, Yuzawa Onsen Tourism Association, Naeba Tourism Association, Naeba Ryokan 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. Applications will be accepted at the festival (entrance gate, Naeba Shokudo, NGO Village) also. Please see the council website for more info.

http://www.fujirockersforest.com/

'NEW ENERGY' to operate the Festival

NEW POWER GEAR

Since 2005, the Festival has introduced the campaign 'NEW POWER GEAR' in an attempt to reduce CO2 emission by introducing Bio Diesel Fuel (BDF*) and solar power.

[7,200 litre of BDF contributed to reduction of CO2 by 19,008kg]
The project aims to lower pollution by refining oil from recycled cooking oil, and solar power. In 2012, BDF* (36 drums =7,200 litre) was used as fuel for the power generators and the power-supply car for stages to reduce 19,008kg of CO2 ( assuming 1 litre of light oil produces 2.64kg of CO2).

The use of clean energy was introduced in 2005 and it has now expanded to all energy in FIELD OF HEAVEN including the stage, AVALON FIELD, BOARD WALK, mokudo tei, KIDSLAND and some energy in campsite.

*Bio Diesel Fuel (BDF):CO2 created by burning is considered to be offset by the amount of CO2 absorbed in the process of growing plants.

Clean Energy Promotion Campaign

The Festival has introduced various campaigns as a part of clean energy awareness promotion

 

[Pedal to the metal and keep Fuji Rock's theme song, "Let's Go To The Countryside!" by Kiyoshiro Imawano playing!]
Test your endurance and help generate power on bicycle generators in this campaign held at the NGO Village every year. The opwer is used to play the festival's theme song, Kiyoshiro Imawano's "Let's Go To The Countryside!". The first 200 challengers will recieve a Green Power Certificate. If you think you can last, come give it a try!

Also experimented were 'power gerating floor (power generated by stomping on floor)', 'frying eggs by solar power' and a now popular 'solar power mobile phone charger' at NGO village.

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

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.

This year's theme is 'Energy', 'Global Warming' and 'Disaster Relief'

This year, twelve greassroots organizations will be at the festival to inform and provide festival goers a chance to act on serious issues facing our society today.

3 themes and 12 participants

ENERGY	Renewable Energy Promoting People's Forum (REPP)	http://www.repp.jp/
	Citizen's Nuclear Information Center	http://www.cnic.jp/
	Atomic Cafe	http://acf.main.jp/
GLOBAL WARMING	The "Fuji Rock Forest" project council	http://www.fujirockersforest.com/
	A SEED JAPAN	http://www.aseed.org/
DISASTER RELIEF	Choma Club	http://www.chomaclub.jp/
	SokoAge Japan (Volunteer Org)	http://ameblo.jp/sokoagejapan/
	TonoMagokoro Network	http://tonomagokoro.net/
OTHER	One Planet Lifestyle Project	http://www.wwf.or.jp/opl/
	Keep A Breast Japan	http://www.keep-a-breast.org/
	Dogo Dogo Fund	http://dogodogofund.jimdo.com/
	Calcutta Rescue	http://www.calcuttarescue.org/

NGO Village Talk

Fuji Rock offers not only the chance to hear great music but to learn and act on issues facing humanity today.

Place:New Power Gear Stage / Gypsy Avalon

July 27 (Fri)	11:00-11:45 Subject:Know! Choose! Create! My Energy
July 28 (Sat)	11:00-11:45 Subject:Enjoying Our Forests
July 29 (Sun)	11:00-11:45 Subject:Connecting Hearts Through Dialogue Tohoku Relief, Report on Tanzania Relief Efforts

Recycling Resources at the Festival

Zero Garbage Navigation

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".

Volunteering:For more info visit:[A SEED JAPAN http://www.gomizero.org/]

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

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

A SEED JAPAN / rainbow echo / Renewable Energy Promoting Peoples Forum (REPP)/ PV Owner Network, Japan / ITALOH DESIGN / CSE / BDF Co., Ltd / greenapple / AKTIO / MITSUHO Generate / OMNI international Co., Ltd / Camp Yorozu Clinic

ROOKIE A GO-GO WINNERS ANNOUNCED!

"ROOKIE A GO-GO" supported by Strummerville

Thank you for the many applications from across Japan. From over 1,400 applicants,  15 bands have been chosen to perform at this year's ROOKIE A GO-GO supported by Strummerville!

7/27(Fri) Shimoyama / THE MASHIKO / THE KEYS / NOA / NINGEN OK
7/28(Sat) Omoide Yaro A Team / KETTLES / Tam Tam / STERUSS / Yasei Collective
7/29(Sun) Apple Saito and the Happy Hercules Boys / deepNow / Bake Bake Ba-/ Bottles House / Makumanaman

ROCK,HIPHOP,PSYCHEDELIC,JAZZ,FUNK and INSTRUMENTAL!
Check out the variety of rookies this year. Sure to be an exciting night in Naeba!

Check out each artist’s profile here! (in Japanese)

FUJI ROCK PRE-EVENT "FUJI ROCK DAYS" - in TOKYO -

FUJI ROCK DAYS PART 3 to be held in Shibuya Parco!

With only 1 month left until the festival the FRF official shop, Gan-Ban, is hosting the third installment of FUJI ROCK DAYS at Shibuya Parco!

The Fuji Rock Booth is back at the main entrance to Shibuya Parco PART-1, with a lottery and advance sales of official goods, and screening of rare festival footage. Be sure to check out what is sure to be a great party and get ready for Fuji!

Don't miss out on the OSHMAN'S X TOWER RECORDS Campaign available across the Kanto area!
Get ready for Fuji and check out these shops at the same time!

FUJI ROCK DAYS in [Shibuya Parco] 6/30(sat)-7/1(sun)

The Pre-Event hosted by the FRF Official shop, Gan-Ban to be held again!
Check out this event held right before Fuji at the main entrance to Shibuya Parco Part-1!

Enter to win big prizes including tickets for popular bus tours and outdoor gear you can use at the festival. With the festival coming up, the selection of official goods available is greatly increased including the sold out hugely popular Red Marquee Bag 2012 version! Available at the event in limited quantities only!

Check out rare footage from festival archives and the "Fuji Rock Legend, The First 2 Years", a scrap book chronicaling newspaper and magazine articles about the festival.
Don't miss out on what the official shop of Fuji Rock Festival, Gan-Ban, can only offer!
GAN-BAN »http://www.ganban.net/frfdays12-0630.html

Event Date & Time	Sat. June 30, Sun. July 1 10:00-20:00
Event Place	Shibuya Parco Part-1, 1st fl., "Koen-dori Square" (Main Entrance) Shibuya Parco Part-3, B1 fl., Gan-Ban shop
Event Details	FRF'12 Ticket Sales/Lottery/Advance Sales of Offical Merchandise/Outdoor Gear Sales
Lottery Eligibility	Those persons who purchased tickets for FRF'12 at either the Fuji Rock Special Booth or Gan-Ban shop on the day of the event.
Lottery Prizes	Tour Bus Ticket/Outdoor Gear, etc.

OSHMAN’S×TOWER RECORDS　Campaign

Across the Kanto Plain from Shibuya and Shinjuku to Kichijoji and locations in Chiba! The popular OSHMAN'S x TOWER RECORDS Campaign is back as a Stamp Rally this year!
For those who are about to start getting ready for the festival! Check out these popular stores while getting ready!

Campaign Dates	Now until Monday July 16th (*To finish as each location runs out of poastcards)
Campaign Locations	[OSHMAN’S]Shinjuku, Harajuku, Ikebukuro, Chiba, Machida, Kichijoji, FutakoTamagawa (7 Locations) [TOWER RECORDS]Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ikebukuro, Chiba, Machida, Kichijoji (6 Locations)
Campaign Details	Receive a campaign postcard when purchasing campaign items at the above TOWER RECORDS and OSHMAN'S locations and stamp the card at one of the other locations, fill it out and send it in to win great prizes!
Deadline	Postcards with pastage stamped on or before July 17th *Postcards will be available at each location until July 16th.

*Please see campaign information at each location for further details.

FUJI ROCK PRE-EVENT "FUJI ROCK DAYS" - in OSAKA -

"FUJI ROCK DAYS in OSAKA"to be held again this year!

Don't worry! Its not just in Tokyo!"FUJI ROCK DAYS in Osaka" is fast becoming an annual event and is confirmed to be held again this year!
The popular storefront campaign will be held at all Tower Records Kansai locations again this year!
Win great prizes! View rare footage from past festivals! We are planning all sorts of great things for you again this year!

FUJI ROCK DAYS in OSAKA [TOWER RECORDS] Fri., June 8th-Sun., June 10th

Event Dates	June 8 (Fri) 14:00-21:00 TOWER RECORDS Umeda NU Chayamachi June 9(Sat) 12:00-20:00 TOWER RECORDS Namba June 10(Sun) 12:00-20:00 TOWER RECORDS Osaka Maru Bldg
Event Includes	Lottery contest/Showing of rare footage, etc.
Lottery Contest Eligibility	Those who have purchased campaign items at the below locations and who have a lottery ticket.
Lottery Ticket Distribution Locations	TOWER RECORDS Osaka Maru Bldg. Store, Umeda NU Chayamachi Store, Namba Store, Kyoto Store, Kobe Store
Lottery Prizes	Naeba Prince Hotel Lodging Coupon/Tour Bus Ticket Coupon/ Outdoor Goods, etc.

*Festival tickets during Fuji Rock Days will be available at general admission prices.

FUJI ROCK PRE-EVENT "FUJI ROCK DAYS" - in NAGOYA -

"FUJI ROCK DAYS in Nagoya" to be held again this year!

The popular "FUJI ROCK DAYS in Nagoya" is being held again this year in the center of Nagoya, at the TOWER RECORDS Nagoya Parco store in Yabacho!
Win great prizes! View rare footage from past festivals! We are planning all sorts of great things for you again this year!
Sure to be a weekend full of great deals for those who have already decided to go to Fuji Rock this summer and those who can't decide whether or not to go!

FUJI ROCK DAYS in NAGOYA [TOWER RECORDS NAGOYA PARCO] Sat., June 23rd

Event Dates	Sat., June 23rd 12:00-20;00
Event Place	TOWER RECORDS Nagoya Parco Store
Event Includes	Lottery contest/Showing of rare footage, etc.
Lottery Contest Eligibility	Those who have purchased campaign items at the two below Nagoya Tower Records locations and who have a lottery ticket.
Lottery Ticket Distribution Locations	TOWER RECORDS NAGOYA PARCO STORE/NAGOYA KINTETSU PASSE STORE
Lottery Prizes	Naeba Prince Hotel Lodging Coupon/Tour Bus Ticket Coupon/Outdoor Goods, etc.

*Festival tickets during Fuji Rock Days will be available at general admission prices.

ROOKIE A GO-GO audition starts!

"ROOKIE A GO-GO" supported by Strummerville

Rookie A Go-Go originates from a gateway to success "NEW STAGE", born in the first Fuji Rock in Naeba in 1999. with an slogan of 'Go for Green'. Celebrated 10th anniversary last year, many successful artists are known to have started their careers from this stage, including THE BAWDIES, group inou, Jooubachi, all of which are successful in various genres in the current music scene.

Rookie A Go-Go is waiting for applications from future headliners. It is your turn next!

Application period

March 1(Thu) - April 27(Fri), 2012 *Application now closed
Application arrived after this period won't be accepted

Announcement of Finalists

To be selected early June and annouced early July http://fujirockfestival.com

Eligible applicants

• You need to be able to play sometime from around midnight to morning on any day during July 27(Fri), July 28(Sat) and July 29(Sun) at FUJI ROCK FESTIVAL’12"ROOKIE A GO-GO" in Naeba.
• You are applying with your own original songs only.
• Application is open to all nationality, sex and music style.
• You need to supply your parent's letter of consent if you are under age.
  (Please send it along with other required materials listed below.)

Application materials (mandatory)

• Sound and visual of up to 3 original songs (CD-R only)
• 2 photos that capture faces and figures of all the members

Application Form

Please download application form:» PDF
» excel

Where to send your application

c/o HOT STUFF PROMOTION
ROOKIE A GO-GO Audition Office
2F Royal Palace Kami-Meguro
5-26-21 Kami-Meguro, Meguro-ku, Tokyo 153-0051

Please note

• There will be no guarantee fee for performing at Fuji Rock.
• Picture, sound (streaming) and a profile will be released on a website once nominated.
• Application materials cannot be returned.
• All announcement is scheduled to be made on the official website early July and the audition office cannot answer any enquiries.
• Transport to and from the Festival site is to be arranged by yourself. You will be contacted regarding the accommodation.

Benefit

• FRF'12 3-day tickets for all band members.
• Some support fund from Strummervillea, a registered charity based in West London that aims to create new opportunities for aspiring musicians.

http://www.strummerville.com/japan

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'

"cero" Wins Chance to Perform on Sunday July 29!
After their much acclaimed performance at the Rookie A Go-Go last year, cero goes on to win the most votes in first and second round of voting! Performing stage to be announced soon along with over all line up.

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'12! 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!

Auto camp '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.
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• 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	The area has been moved to the southernmost area of the festival grounds, closest to the entrance. The area is before the camp site, above the Pyramid Garden on what used to be the Naeba Prince Hotel golf course. The grassy area has somewhat of an slope and is approximately 15 minutes walk to the main enterance of the festival. *Considered to be 'outside the festival area', as it is a regular camp site.
Space	6mx6m per car park pass (i.e., per car) * Assigned space per parking ticket will be 6m x 6m. This space will be your parking and tent space. *[4 Person Limit] Each 6m x 6m space can only be used by up to 4 persons with car and tent.
Facilities	The following ficilities can be used along with general camp site and Pyramid Garden users. [Shower Facilities] Showers (Open 24hrs). Some times unavailable due to facility cleaning. Naeba Onsen (Rates and hours to be announced on-site.) [General Store] Thurs July 26th:12:00PM to 7:00PM, Fri July 27th to Sun July 29th:6:00AM to 12:00PM, 10:00PM to 2:00AM, Mon July 30th:6:00AM to 11:00AM [BBQ area] None * The above times are tentative and may be changed without warning. Thank you for your understanding.
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".
• 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] Thurs July 26th 12:00PM to 5:00PM
  [Exit] Mon July 30th 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.
• 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.

FUJIROCKERS DVD new package release

Packed with a history of Fuji Rock! Double discs DVD 'FUJI ROCKERS' includes 1997 to 2007. A special bonus comes with a new package version currently on sale.

New package 'FUJIROCKERS - THE HISTORY OF THE FUJI ROCK FESTIVAL'

Special bonus DVD 'SPECIAL THANKS TO KIYOSHIRO IMAWANO'

Attached to this new version is a special bonus DVD (not for sale separately), including 20 minutes of footage from the Imawano Kiyoshiro tribute performance that took place at Fuji Rock '09.

Package contents

Release date	March 24, 2010
Product ID	IEBP-10047~48
Price	¥5,250 (¥5,000 without tax )
DVD spec	[FUJIROCKERS DVD main discs] DVD dual layer double discs, main feature 296 mins [SPECIAL BONUS DVD] 'SPECIAL THANKS TO KIYOSHIRO IMAWANO' (not for sale) DVD single layer disc, main feature 20 mins tall case/36 page booklet (images of past posters etc)
Selling agency/ Production	WHD Entertainment

* Please note the following track that was in the previous release (IEBP-10018-19, July 2008) is not included in this new release due to the right holders disposition.
MASSIVE ATTACK/Risingson

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