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Is it possible to place a fan-supported advertisement in Iwaki City?

"There's a concert in Iwaki. I'd like to place a fan-supported advertisement in the city while I'm there to see my favorite artist." "I want to place an advertisement near the venue in Iwaki to show my love for my favorite artist." For fans with these thoughts, this article carefully explains how to place a fan-supported advertisement in Iwaki.

Fan-supported advertisements can be placed even in regional cities. We've compiled information on placement locations, cost estimates, and the application process within Iwaki City.

What kind of city is Iwaki?

Iwaki City is located on the Pacific coast of Fukushima Prefecture and is one of Tohoku's leading cities, with a population of approximately 320,000. Using the JR Joban Line's Limited Express "Hitachi" or "Tokiwa," you can access it from Tokyo/Shinagawa in about 1 hour and 40 minutes.

Commercial facilities and offices are concentrated around JR Iwaki Station (formerly Taira Station), making it the transportation and cultural hub for Iwaki City as a whole. The city boasts a wealth of halls and venues for live performances and shows, spearheaded by the "Iwaki Performing Arts Center Alios."

Main Live Venues in Iwaki City

Iwaki Performing Arts Center Alios

Located in Misaki, Taira, Iwaki City, Alios is a representative cultural facility in Iwaki. It has a Grand Theater (1,936 seats) and a Medium Theater (296 seats), hosting a wide range of performances including concerts, musicals, and plays. It also hosts many concerts by visiting international artists and popular domestic artists, making it a popular spot for fans.

Iwaki City Culture Center

This facility features a hall for citizens and hosts local events and performances. It's a venue to check out along with Alios.

Area around Aquamarine Fukushima

The area around Aquamarine Fukushima (marine science museum), a landmark in Iwaki City, is also one of the city's popular spots. When events are held, many visitors gather in this area, and advertisements here can expect high visibility.

Fan-supported Advertisement Placement Spots in Iwaki City

Iwaki Station Front HoiHoi VISION

The "HoiHoi VISION" installed at the south exit of JR Iwaki Station is one of Tohoku's largest digital outdoor advertising visions. The screen size is a large W6.72m x H3.84m, and it's located at one of Iwaki City's busiest pedestrian spots, with approximately 13,000 people passing by daily. The broadcast time is long, from 7:00 to 22:00 daily (15 hours), allowing fans to catch sight of it on the day of a live performance.

Advertisements within Iwaki Station and the Station Front Area

JR Iwaki Station is the gateway to Iwaki City. Digital signage and poster advertisements installed within the station and the station front area can also be considered as placement locations. These are key points that visitors from Tokyo, Koriyama, and Sendai directions will inevitably pass through.

Fan-supported Advertisement Cost Estimates

Digital signage is the easiest option for individuals to try. Since it can be placed from approximately 30,000 yen, it's suitable for a first fan-supported advertisement.

Wider Area Expansion with Koriyama, Sendai, and Tokyo Also Possible

An expanding fan-supported advertising style is to combine Iwaki with nearby major cities for wider area coverage.

• Koriyama Area: About 1 hour by car from Iwaki. The largest city in Fukushima Prefecture, with many digital signage options.
• Sendai Area: The central city of Tohoku. Abundant outdoor visions and station signage around Sendai Station.
• Tokyo Area: Shibuya, Shinjuku, etc. An option for aiming for nationwide spread.

Oshi-Ad can handle nationwide requests, so you can apply for Iwaki, Tokyo, and Sendai simultaneously.

How to Place a Fan-supported Advertisement

Even if it's your first time placing a fan-supported advertisement, you can proceed with the following 3 steps.

Step 1: Determine Objective and Budget

Decide on the dates to coincide with your favorite artist's live performance or event, and set your budget limit. Having a specific objective like "I want to place it on the day of the performance at Iwaki Alios" will make media selection smoother. Digital signage starts at around 30,000 yen, and outdoor visions start at around 100,000 yen.

Step 2: Choose Placement Location and Period

In Iwaki City, strong candidates include "HoiHoi VISION at Iwaki Station South Exit" and the "area around Alios." Choosing a location close to the venue that fans are likely to see can lead to widespread sharing on social media. Placement periods are generally 1 day to 1 week.

Step 3: Prepare Creative and Apply

If you plan to use photos or illustrations of your favorite artist, always check the agency's guidelines. Once your creative is ready, complete the application. Placement is possible in as little as 1 week.

What is Oshi-Ad?

Oshi-Ad (app.oshi-ad.com) is a service that allows individuals to place advertisements such as digital signage for their favorite artists, starting from approximately 30,000 yen. It covers placement spots nationwide, including those in Iwaki City.

• Cost: Can be placed from approximately 30,000 yen. You can choose media that fits your budget.
• Speed: Can be placed in as little as 1 week. Accommodates applications even shortly before a live performance.
• Nationwide Coverage: Covers media nationwide, including Iwaki City, Koriyama, Sendai, Tokyo, and more.
• Crowdfunding Function: Participation possible from 500 yen per share. Fans can pool funds to celebrate together.
• Fees: Crowdfunding fee is 10% (one of the lowest in the industry).
• Guideline Confirmation Support: We also support confirming agency guidelines.

Oshi-Ad will help you bring your desire to "place a fan-supported advertisement for my favorite artist in Iwaki" to life. Since individuals can apply, feel free to check it out. For details and applications, please visit app.oshi-ad.com.