Given Anime Pop-Up Cafe Coming to the Philippines: A Special Experience for Fans
Exciting news for Given fans! The beloved music and BL (Boys’ Love) anime series Given is set to meet its fans in the Philippines through a pop-up cafe collaboration. According to Anime Corner, the event will feature exclusive food and drinks inspired by the series, as well as limited-edition themed merchandise. Although the exact date and venue have not been announced yet, the announcement has generated great excitement among Given fans in the Philippines.
Given is an anime series adapted from the manga of the same name written and illustrated by Natsuki Kizu. The first season aired in 2019, followed by Given: The Movie in 2020 and Given: Umi e (To the Sea) in 2023. The series tells the story of interconnected musicians and the emotional bonds between them. Having achieved cult status, especially among music enthusiasts and BL genre fans, Given stands out with its stunning visuals and unforgettable songs.
Pop-up cafe events offer fans a chance to form a physical connection with anime series. Similar events have been held previously in Japan, Taiwan, and the United States. However, this will be the first official pop-up cafe collaboration for Given in the Philippines. Organizers are said to be creating special menus inspired by the series' main characters Mafuyu Sato and Ritsuka Uenoyama. Additionally, the event space may feature themed decorations where fans can take photos, and perhaps corners reminiscent of the series' iconic guitar scenes.
Such events increase the global reach of licensed products in the anime industry while allowing fan communities to come together. For Given fans in the Philippines, this means both adding valuable pieces to their collections and experiencing the series' atmosphere firsthand. The exact date, venue, and ticket details are expected to be announced in the coming days. We hope such collaborations continue to grow in other countries – who knows, maybe one day we can see a Given pop-up cafe in Turkey too!
