The latest anime, manga, game, voice actor and movie collab news from Japan.
News
A collaboration event between “Aikatsu! 10th STORY ~STARWAY to the Future~” and Tobu Zoo will be held from October 17, 2026, through January 11, 2027. Newly drawn illustrations featuring nine idols, including Ichigo Hoshimiya, interacting with animals in safari-style outfits will be unveiled, and the event will offer collaboration admission tickets, original merchandise, and specially packaged food items.
Merchandise
New merchandise featuring an original illustration from *Golden Kamuy*—the “Fighting Back View” version—will go on general sale in December 2026! Pre-release merchandise is now available at the Marui POP UP store!
Pop-up Store
A pop-up shop for the TV anime “Mob Psycho 100 III” will open at MEDICOS SHOP Shibuya on Thursday, October 22, 2026, and at Abeno Rakubus in Osaka on Friday, December 4!
In addition to new merchandise—such as large acrylic stands and a collection of pin badges featuring newly drawn illustrations based on the “Animal” theme—there will also be mini cards as a bonus for every 1,000 yen spent, venue-exclusive illustrated cards for every 3,000 yen spent, venue-exclusive OSMO stamps, and life-size character panel displays.
Collaboration Café
A collaboration café featuring “Magic Knight Rayearth” by the creative group “CLAMP” will open sequentially at three SMILE BASE CAFE locations (Nagoya Sakae, Shinsaibashi, and Ikebukuro) starting October 7, 2026. The menu will feature a wide variety of items illustrated specifically for this event with a “DINER” theme!
Manga, Magazines, Light Novels
Based on the original manga *Rakudai Ninja Rantarō* by Amago Sōbei—the source material for *Nintama Rantarō*—Volumes 1 and 2 of the *Official Story Guide* will be released simultaneously on December 7, 2026!
News
The third collaboration between “The Idolmaster SideM” and Tokyo Joypolis, “The Idolmaster SideM in JOYPOLIS 3,” will be held from September 12 to December 6, 2026. The event will feature a special show using 3D live footage of all 16 units, three collaboration attractions, collaboration menu items, and original merchandise featuring newly drawn illustrations.
Lottery / Prizes / Gacha
Takara Tomy Arts’ capsule toy “Sanrio Characters Best Friends Charms Aurora MIX 2” is scheduled for release in December 2026. This is the second installment of the glossy, plump “Best Friends” pair charms, featuring Hello Kitty & Charmy Kitty, Cinnamoroll & Milk, Pocchacco & P-Chan, and Sugar Bunnies in both Clear and Aurora Clear versions—a total of 8 varieties available for 400 yen (tax included) per play.
Lottery / Prizes / Gacha
The “Nupurike mini” prize items from *Hypnosis Mic -Division Rap Battle-* will begin rolling out starting in November 2026. These approximately 10-centimeter-tall plush toys feature appliqué details on the face and bangs. The series begins with Vol. 1 featuring Buster Bros!!!, and a total of 7 series comprising 21 varieties will be released by January 2027.
Merchandise
Merchandise from the “Footsteps of the Heroes” virtual exhibition, celebrating the 10th anniversary of the anime “My Hero Academia (HiroAka),” will go on sale in February 2027!
Collaboration Café
Details have been released regarding the collaboration menu and merchandise for the “Hibike! UFO-Namu Chaya” collaboration café. The lineup includes a total of 10 items—2 food items, 4 desserts, and 4 drinks—as well as 8 types of merchandise, such as acrylic stands and B2 tapestries. Additionally, an acrylic clear card will be offered as a reservation bonus, and coasters will be given as a bonus with food and drink purchases.
News
It has been announced that the theatrical releases of *Attack on Titan* Part 1: *The Red Lotus Bow and Arrow* and the finale, *THE LAST ATTACK*, will be screened in SCREEN X, 4DX, and ULTRA 4DX formats. Part 1 is scheduled to open on October 23, 2026, and the finale is scheduled for release in 2027; both announcements were made as part of the “99 Big News” segment on September 9, “Attack on Titan Day.”
News
The second collaboration between the TV anime *Attack on Titan* and JR Central’s “Oshi-Tabi” campaign, titled “Osaka Investigation Operation,” will take place from October 8 to December 21, 2026, aboard the Tokaido Shinkansen and throughout Osaka City. A digital stamp rally featuring original voice recordings from Eren, Levi, and others will be held at 12 locations. Prizes include a card set for Shinkansen riders, stickers for completing the course, and 17 types of limited-edition merchandise available at the Kiddy Land Osaka Umeda store.
Merchandise
From *Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie: Walpurgis Night’s Turn*, the palm-sized plush toys “Nui-Palu” will go on sale in January 2027! A total of 5 varieties will be available.
Merchandise
From *The New Prince of Tennis*, new merchandise featuring the original illustration “With the Costume Change Thread”—the “Super Sparkly Stickers & MAG Pitan”—will go on sale in November 2026!
Pop-up Store
A “POP UP” event commemorating the 15th anniversary of the publication of *My Youth Romantic Comedy Is Wrong, As I Expected* (*OreGairu*) will be held nationwide starting September 18, 2026, beginning at the Seibu Shibuya Store. Featuring illustrations by Ponkan⑧, the 15th-anniversary merchandise lineup includes apparel such as windbreakers and character T-shirts, as well as a wide variety of goods like acrylic stands, collectible pin badges, and tapestries. A promotional campaign will also be held, offering a free clear bookmark with any single purchase totaling 3,000 yen or more.
Pop-up Store
The pop-up store “NIJISANJI EN Welcome home, boys!” by the VTuber group “NIJISANJI EN” will open starting Friday, September 18, 2026, at HMV & BOOKS SHIBUYA, followed by locations in Nagoya, Hakata, and Namba, and Shinjuku. Featuring acrylic stands and pin badges using newly shot visuals of Albarn Knox, Claude Clomark, Sunny Briscoe, Ukiki Violeta, Bentacrow Bringer, and Vesalius Bandage, Yu Q Wilson. In addition to these items—which include acrylic stands, pin badges, fluffy loungewear, and Japan-exclusive merchandise sets—the event will also feature a venue-exclusive mini-game titled “The Phantom Thief Jewel Game,” surprise videos, and photo spots.
