In August, the popularity of the two-dimensional world in Changzhou rises alongside the temperature.
The “Douyin 2D Grain Eating Fair · D-Comic Festival” has begun! This weekend, Changzhou’s China Dinosaur Park drew in a large crowd of 2D enthusiasts. At the fair, attendees can check in at the IP booth to collect exclusive joint grains, gather stamps featuring beloved anime characters like Luffy, Gojo Satoru, Ye Xiu, and Nagishiro Shirou. Visitors can also dance freely, enjoy grains, take photos, and interact with notable figures in the community. Every fan appears to have temporarily stepped into another dimension to meet their favorite characters, showcasing the excitement and vibrant life of the event.
The thrill of being surrounded by the second dimension
The joy of the offline garden party can only be truly experienced by attending.
Highlight 1: The top guest lineup shocked fans
The first weekend of the garden party welcomed over 100 guests and creators, including the goddess cosplayer Karina, the Chinese-style idol Chu Qi, original Japanese anime singer Ayumi Miyazaki, the “human suona” Daimon E, BGM star Maggie_Maggie, lolita ambassador Aoki Misako, dazzling beauty Xie Anran, popular idol Li Xikan, and more. With such an impressive lineup, fans of anime and star culture could fulfill their dreams of a face-to-face encounter!
Highlight 2: The nation’s first giant Meow Meow Pain Bag, where fun and food collide
Embracing ACG culture’s mantra that “everything can be painful,” the giant pain bag at the garden party captured the attention of many fans. Countless attendees queued to check in with pain bags tied around their waists. Some creatively “walked into” the pain bag, while others posed with it in amusing orientations. Celebrating Chinese Valentine’s Day on the first day brought unique interactions, as fans with E-human attributes invited COSERs to join them inside the pain bag for a date. This diversity of engagement sparked many uploads to Douyin, making the topic #Oyster sauce stone giant pain bag trend quickly, ranking TOP2 on Douyin’s city list and TOP27 on its grass list. Additionally, #Changzhou Comic Exhibition Giant Pain Bag claimed TOP1 on Weibo’s city list.
Highlight 3: Explore the Valley of Different Dimensional Civilizations, endless stamp collecting and fascinating purchases
In a mysterious area of the garden party, over 30 popular IP booths such as Egg Party, Jujutsu Kaisen, Gintama, Kamen Rider, Cooking Master Boy, Battle Through the Heavens, The King’s Avatar, Night Watchman of Dafeng, Fox Spirit Matchmaker, Under One Person, The Bad Guys, The Chinese Paladin, Crescent Moon, Grave Robbers’ Chronicles, Youku Animation, Balala the Fairies, and the trending TikTok IP Nailong attracted countless fans eager for photos and check-ins. The Lingbang Sports theme area featured interactive experiences with titles like Blue Forbidden Zone·Nagi, Haikyuu!, Swaying Camp, Strong Wind, and Kuroko’s Basketball. Notably, the Genshin Impact official flagship store offered a special offline theme store featuring exclusive limited edition pillows and collectibles from One Piece: Strong World, alongside a range of popular peripherals available for fans.
Moreover, whether you were taking photos with your favorite COSER, interacting with Karina, Xie Anran, Aoki Misako, or Daimon E, or collecting stamps from Zoro (Anjing Jun), you couldn’t help but take endless pictures. An elderly gentleman even appeared at the park with a pain bag, reminding everyone that the joy of the second dimension can be enjoyed by people of all ages!
Immerse yourself in the joy of passionate melodies and delightful culture
A high-energy program unique to another dimension is here, promising to deliver an extraordinary audio-visual experience transcending dimensions.
On the first night of the garden party, the “Pain Dimension Night” launched a trend party with the theme “Everything can be painful.” This party’s opening signaled the commencement of the dimensional carnival, featuring passionate performances from special guests like Li Xikan, Maggie, and Daimon E, interweaved with the Lolita-style singing, dancing, and catwalks of Xie Anran and Aoki Misako, elevating the atmosphere to a series of exhilarating highs!
The following day, a performance themed around “Burning Soul Live” brought together many classic anime original singers and amazing cover artists. Despite heavy rainfall that evening, the enthusiasm of the crowd remained undeterred. The stage was moved indoors, launching an unprecedented ACG carnival. When Ayumi Miyazaki, E Daimon, and Maggie sang classic anime tunes and DJ Tanjiro and Mai Mi Yurou performed, the fervor of ACG fans was instantly ignited. They sang, danced, and relived their cherished moments from childhood together. The excitement of the event flooded Douyin as numerous netizens shared clips, quickly turning it into a hot topic with #Torrential rain cannot extinguish the love of ACG, showcasing the passion and excitement of ACG fans.
Anticipating the joy of fantastical Chinese comics and lively idols
Fans unable to attend the event this weekend need not be disappointed, as the fair will transition into a two-week carnival, continuing the excitement from August 17th to 18th.
On the 17th, popular Chinese comic creators will make surprise appearances at the “Chinese Comics Dream Night.” Renowned voice actors Shan Xin, Huang Zhenji, Xu Jiaqi, and Douyin voice actor Xu Yan will gather to bring various Chinese-style animation scenes to life through their voices. Invited guest Li Xikan will cosplay Xiao Yan, parachuting into Douqi Continent, while surprise guest Zhu Zanjin will collaborate with Chinese-style author Chu Qi to reenact the god-making scene from The Bad Guys’ Extraordinary Chess Game. Passionate performances from singers Deng Shenjun and Zuixue are also expected, alongside the presence of cartoonist Mu Fengchun and the main creatives behind “Painting Jianghu: The Bad Guys,” creating an enchanting Chinese-style atmosphere throughout the night.
On the 18th, the “Genki Dance Club” will harness the energy of dimensional idols to create a dynamic stage performance. Special COSER Su Yinyansheng will transform into Charlie Su for a classic clip from “Good Night, Miss”; the “originator of the magic fairies,” Bear Grylls, will lead his family to perform the timeless dance of “Balala the Fairies”; home dance guest Xiao Wujiang, along with the special idol group Roujiang Diamond and Sweet Poison, will also transport you across dimensions to fully immerse in this vibrant audio-visual experience.
Douyin Cloud Comic Exhibition unlocks the joy of online exhibitions
Since mid-July, Douyin has initiated a series of topic challenges, allowing participants to visit the exhibition from home.
From August 7 to August 14, comment “Douyin Secondary Element Chigu Garden Party Check-in” on Douyin APP’s #Douyin Secondary Element Chigu Garden Party related videos to trigger surprise Easter eggs and have opportunities to interact with various IP characters, including Xiao Yan, Li Xingyun, Nagi Makoto Shirou, Mikage Rei Wang, Tang San, and Xiao Wu. #Try your comment section Easter eggs are who made it to Douyin’s hot list TOP15, remaining on the list for over 20 hours with full popularity.
With the offline garden party underway, Douyin also launched an online video collection campaign themed #This is the meaning of the second dimension#. To date, 7.64 million people have engaged with this topic, whether as on-site participants at the garden party or dedicated fans at home, allowing everyone to witness the unique commitment and affection of second dimension enthusiasts.
Moreover, the Douyin online grain-eating enthusiasts club is thriving, featuring vibrant dream-chasing activities in areas like the Blue Forbidden Zone, the sweet and cute Egg Party, sizzling Chinese comics like Fights Break Sphere, Douluo Dalu, The King’s Avatar, Cang Yuantu, God’s Tomb, along with Genshin Impact and the classic anime Cooking Master Boy, special effects Kamen Rider/Super Sentai, etc. With exclusive canned goods and limited edition peripherals, completing simple tasks lets you unlock and traverse the dimensional barriers, allowing you to indulge in the joy of unlimited grain consuming!
Transcending the boundaries of reality and dimensions, the “Douyin 2D Grain Eating Garden Party · D Comic Festival” invites everyone to immerse themselves in a 2D world brimming with infinite possibilities, relishing the joy and touch offered by another dimension. The excitement will continue next weekend! (Author: Wang Le)
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Summer Festival Highlights
In August, the popularity of the two-dimensional world in Changzhou rises along with the temperature. The “Douyin 2D Grain Eating Fair · D-Comic Festival” has taken center stage! This weekend, the renowned China Dinosaur Park became a magical haven for 2D fans. Visitors had the opportunity to check in at the IP booth, collect exclusive joint grains, and gather stamps featuring beloved anime characters such as Luffy, Gojo Satoru, Ye Xiu, and Nagishiro Shirou. The festival invites attendees to dance, enjoy delectable treats, and interact with loved ones in the 2D culture, creating an immersive experience that embodies the thrill and vibrancy of fans’ lives.
Top Attractions of the Festival
Highlight 1: Meet Top-Level Guests
The first weekend of the garden party drew over 100 esteemed guests and creators. Notable appearances included the talented cosplayer Karina, the Chinese style idol Chu Qi, and renowned Japanese anime singer Ayumi Miyazaki. Celebrities like “human suona” Daimon E, BGM expert Maggie_Maggie, and others created an electrifying atmosphere. Whether you are an anime enthusiast or a music lover, this event allowed fans to meet their idols face-to-face!
Highlight 2: The Giant Meow Meow Pain Bag Experience
In line with the ACG culture, the festival featured an enormous pain bag that attracted considerable attention. Fans eagerly queued to check in with this iconic symbol, showcasing their creativity by posing and taking photos. A unique photo trend emerged when some invited cosplayers to join them inside the bag for a memorable date. The viral topic #Oyster sauce stone giant pain bag surged on Douyin, making it a hot spot for social media engagement.
Highlight 3: Diverse IP Booths
The festival boasted over 30 popular IP booths, including favorites like Egg Party, Jujutsu Kaisen, and Gintama. In addition to capturing moments with characters, attendees also enjoyed unique experiences within the Lingbang Sports theme area. Popular titles such as Genshin Impact and One Piece had dedicated spaces, allowing fans to shop exclusive merchandise seamlessly.
Interactive Experiences
From taking selfies with favorite characters to stamp collecting with Zoro, the interactive elements of the festival created memorable moments for all ages. This year’s garden party was not just for the young; many attendees expressed their joy and nostalgia for 2D culture.
Entertainment and Performances
Night of Passionate Melodies
The event’s night activities kicked off with “Pain Dimension Night,” featuring enthusiastic performances from special guests like Li Xikan and Maggie. The thrilling atmosphere reached new heights through captivating performances from guest artists who brought unique energy to the stage.
Burning Soul Live Concert
The next day featured a spectacular stage performance themed “Burning Soul Live,” showcasing original anime singers and cover performers. Despite the heavy rain, it did not dilute the crowd’s enthusiasm. Many popular songs were sung, resulting in electric interactions among the attendees.
Future Events and Online Experiences
The fun doesn’t stop here! Fans who missed the initial days shouldn’t despair as the festival extends its carnival spirit over two weekends—from August 17th through 18th. Noteworthy events to look forward to include:
- Chinese Comics Dream Night: Popular comic creators will make surprise appearances with engaging voice performances.
- Genki Dance Club: Performances by special guests, including COSER Su Yinyansheng, will keep the energy alive.
Online Engagement Opportunities
Fans unable to attend the festival physically can still engage in online activities. Douyin launched various topic challenges and allowed participants to join virtually in the fun. From August 7 to August 14, fans could engage by commenting in videos and unlocking exciting Easter eggs with their favorite IP characters.
Join the 2D Celebration!
The Douyin 2D Grain Eating Fair · D-Comic Festival is a celebration that transports you into the enchanting world of anime and gaming. With exciting events, vibrant guests, and interactive experiences, this festival is not just an event; it’s an experience that resonates with every lover of the 2D world. Whether you are an avid fan or just curious, make sure to check it out!
| Feature | Date | Location | Highlight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garden Party | August 10-11 | Changzhou China Dinosaur Park | Meet top celebrities and experience the giant pain bag |
| Chinese Comics Dream Night | August 17 | Changzhou | Surprise appearances by popular voice actors |
| Genki Dance Club | August 18 | Changzhou | Dynamic performances by favorite idols |
