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Shoji Gato, author of the light novels Full Metal Panic and Amagi Brilliant Park (both known in France via their anime adaptations), will attend Japan Expo 2026 (July 9-12 at Paris-Nord Villepinte) as a Kadokawa guest to meet fans and discuss light novels and their anime adaptations; the exact format of his appearances (panel, signings) hasn't been announced yet.