Red! Red! Anime Japan!! (MMAJ) Jakarta to Make Its Debut in Indonesia

Unlike similar events, MMAJ Jakarta places content authenticity as its core value. The presence of official license holders and original products directly from Japan is expected to provide a more authentic experience for visitors, while also strengthening awareness of the importance of respecting copyright in the creative industry.

Support for this event also comes from various parties. The Indonesian government through the Creative Economy (EKRAF) sector supports the organization of MMAJ Jakarta, along with the Embassy of Japan in Indonesia and several Japanese institutions such as JNTO (Japan National Tourism Organization), The Japan Foundation (JF), and JETRO (Japan External Trade Organization). This collaboration demonstrates the significant attention given to the development of the creative industry across countries, especially those related to Japanese pop culture.

In addition to being an entertainment event, MMAJ Jakarta also has a broader mission, which is to strengthen business relations and cultural diplomacy between Indonesia and Japan. One of the programs prepared is business matching, designed to open opportunities for collaboration between local businesses and Japanese IP owners. Through this forum, industry players are expected to explore market expansion, exchange knowledge, and develop more globally competitive creative products.

For visitors, MMAJ Jakarta will offer various exciting activities. The event will feature anime-themed booths, exhibition areas, screenings of anime films and other works, workshops from anime-related companies, and exhibitions of products and services from Japanese companies and organizations. Not only that, there will be stage entertainment such as performances by anime song singers (anisong), cosplay, and a series of other events designed to bring the distinctive atmosphere of Japanese pop culture.

One of the most anticipated attractions is certainly access to official merchandise that may have been difficult to obtain directly in Indonesia. For collectors and loyal fans, the presence of original products is an important added value as it offers quality assurance and authenticity.

MMAJ Jakarta is not just a pop culture festival, but also an effort to build a healthier and more sustainable ecosystem. By bringing together industry players, communities, and fans in one space, this event has the potential to be a catalyst for long-term collaboration between Indonesia and Japan, especially in the fields of pop culture and the creative industry.

For the latest information on the series of events and other updates, visitors can follow the official channel @mmaj_jakarta and the website mmaj-jakarta.jp.

Event Information

Event name: Red! Red! Anime Japan!! Jakarta 2026 Date: May 30–31, 2026 Time:

• Saturday, May 30, 2026: 10:00–22:00 WIB
• Sunday, May 31, 2026: 10:00–20:00 WIB Location: Gandaria City Mall, Jakarta Admission: Free Organizer: Red! Red! Anime Japan!! Jakarta Executive Committee Support: Ministry of Creative Economy (Indonesia), Embassy of Japan in Indonesia, JNTO, The Japan Foundation, and JETRO