Cultural association · Saint-Denis, Reunion Island
The association Shonen Kiltir
Shonen Kiltir is a cultural association founded in Saint-Denis, Reunion Island. It organises events and develops activities that introduce, share and support manga, anime, video games and geek, otaku and Japanese cultures.
Founded on 6 February 2026 Based in Saint-Denis, Reunion Island
Why we exist
Give geek culture more space on Reunion Island
The association wants to give geek, otaku and Japanese cultures more space without erasing Reunion Island’s identity. Its project connects public interests with artists, creators and cultural organisations across the island.
This mission can take many forms: events, workshops, meet-ups, exhibitions, introductory content and projects about gaming heritage. Every project must remain accessible, useful to the island and faithful to the people bringing it to life.
What the association wants to build
Four areas of action
Priorities set out in the association’s purpose.
Bring people together
Geek culture events
Organise events on Reunion Island around manga, anime, cosplay, K-pop, gaming and retrogaming.
Share knowledge
Workshops and educational formats
Introduce creative practices, digital cultures, games, consoles and the history of gaming heritage.
Support
Artists and local talent
Create opportunities for people involved in Reunion Island’s cultural scene to meet and gain visibility.
Connect
Reunion Island, France and the world
Develop exchanges with artists, associations and cultural organisations at local, French and international level.
A new association
What guides our first projects
Founded on 6 February 2026, Shonen Kiltir is in its first year. The association does not present its plans as achievements. It moves forward one project at a time, with clear information about what is confirmed and what is still being prepared.
Before announcing an activity, the association checks its usefulness to the public, its feasibility and its fit with Reunion Island. This prevents premature announcements and gives each project the time it needs.
10 h à 19 hJardin de la Limonaderie, La Bretagne
Next event
Kiltir Geek 4
The fourth Kiltir Geek will take place on Sunday 11 October 2026. Manga, drawing, cosplay, K-pop, gaming, retrogaming and Reunion Island culture will come together at this free event, with free workshops too.
View the event pageHow we move forward
Our values
Rooted in Reunion Island
Start with Reunion Island, its audiences and its talent to build projects that respect the island.
Passing knowledge on
Share knowledge, creative practices and the memory of digital cultures between generations.
Open to exchange
Connect disciplines, communities and places without setting one culture against another.
Collective work
Build projects with artists, volunteers, associations, partners and the people they serve.
Transparency
Official information
Shonen Kiltir is a registered association on Reunion Island. This information identifies the organisation clearly and allows its official existence to be checked.
View the official Journal publication- Name
- Shonen Kiltir
- Date founded
- 6 February 2026
- RNA
- W9R1011093
- SIRET
- 101 648 475 00016
- Legal form
- Registered association
- Based in
- Saint-Denis, Reunion Island
In practice
Frequently asked questions
What is Shonen Kiltir?
Shonen Kiltir is a cultural association on Reunion Island dedicated to geek, otaku and Japanese cultures. It develops events and activities that introduce, share and support these cultures from Reunion Island.
Where does the association work?
The association is based in Saint-Denis and works primarily on Reunion Island. It also wants to connect with artists and cultural organisations in France and internationally when projects are suitable.
How can I suggest a project or volunteer?
Use the Contact page to present an idea, partnership proposal or interest in volunteering. Explain your role, the project and any useful information so the association can reply clearly.
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