Amamiya cited the 2024 collaboration event with Maxell Aqua Park Shinagawa, KonoSuba -God's blessing on this wonderful Aqua Park!, saying, "I never thought we'd get to hold an event at an aquarium. It happened because Aqua is a water goddess, but that's the only connection, right?! I remember how luxurious it was to watch a dolphin show set to the music of the series." She fondly recalled the dolphins performing to her own call of "Kachō Fūgetsu!"
As highlights of the exhibition, Amamiya pointed to the isekai reincarnation area, while Fukushima spoke about the meticulous detail in every area and noted that a script he had written notes in is also on display.
The animation production area also includes a section where visitors can listen to test takes and ad-libs from the series. Asked what he is particular about when recording, Fukushima said, "Since it's a comedy, my main focus is to enjoy myself as much as I can and hope that comes across to people. Of course I want to make people laugh, but as Kazuma, I also think about making my co-stars frustrated that they didn't do it first by giving a great performance." Amamiya agreed: "Right, it's a set where the cast can get that 'wow, that ad-lib was good!' kind of frustration with each other."
Amamiya continued, "I know that the ad-libs we do behind the main dialogue won't all be audible in the finished footage, but we discuss them beforehand among the cast and then go for it on the spot, so that the characters play off each other. Having this chance for people to hear them made me glad we did it properly (laughs)." Of the test takes, she added, "Since they aren't meant to be used in the actual footage, we're relaxed, which allows a freer use of the voice and more freedom of expression. I think test takes have a flavor all their own."
Visitors can compare the final take with the test take on site, making it a must-listen for fans. Fukushima also spoke about a recording method unique to the series. "With most anime, you go from the test to the final take and only the final take is used, but with this series, there are cases where the test is used. You could say we perform the final take twice, even though one is called a test."
"The test is where we give 120% of the performance exactly as we bring it, and the final take is where we adjust with the staff and create chemistry. The actual anime is made by combining the best parts of both. I think that way of recording is a sign of trust, and it makes the energy we put in feel worthwhile. It's a wonderful set where we can feel frustrated, in a good way, by the other cast members' performances," he said.
For her closing message, Amamiya commented, "Production materials, including storyboards, are also on display, so you can see how an anime is made, and some corners will make your heart swell. It's a rich exhibition. Please enjoy the world of the series to the fullest!"
Fukushima wrapped up by saying, "It goes far beyond what everyone looking forward to it imagines. It's an exhibition we're proud of, one that will make you love the series even more, and I think fans who have walked alongside us for 10 years will find it moving to tears. Please come, laugh, cry, and enjoy."
At the press conference photo session, an Aqua costume made its first public appearance. Fukushima and Amamiya both met it for the first time with smiles.
KonoSuba – God’s blessing on this wonderful world! Exhibition ~Cheerful~
Dates: October 12, 2026 (Mon., national holiday) to October 31, 2026 (Sat.)
Venue: AKIBA_SQUARE, 2nd floor, Akihabara UDX
Interview, Photography, Text / kato
(C)2027 暁なつめ・三嶋くろね／KADOKAWA／このすば4製作委員会
