On October 31/2023, a new public facility of Japanese animation, "Anime Tokyo Station" will open in Ikebukuro operated by Tokyo Metropolitan Government. Their aim is to disseminate Japanese animation and promote the sales not only nationwide but all over the world by Anime exhibitions, events and more. There will be various displays and activities related Anime seen on its 3 floors. They say that so-called "Community Floor" on the first floor welcomes anime fans with an iconic big monument. Displays and shops will be open on the second floor. The latest Anime publishing and movies will be introduced on the basement 1.