The latest anime, manga, game, voice actor and movie collab news from Japan.
Pop-up Store
The “Aikatsu Stars! ~Progress of the Stars~ Winter Boa Style Fair at Animate” is set to take place starting December 19, 2026, at Animate stores nationwide and on the Animate online store! During the event period, customers who purchase or pre-order “Aikatsu!” series merchandise will receive a set of bromides (6 varieties total), and other goods—such as acrylic stands and items from the ViVimus series—are also scheduled to go on sale.
Convenience Store
A nationwide campaign featuring the anime “Aikatsu!,” based on the Data Carddass series published by Bandai, and 7-Eleven will run from 10:00 a.m. on October 8, 2026, through October 21. Customers who purchase three eligible snacks at once will receive one set of the original “Aikatsu! Encore Card/Sticker Index” set. The lineup features a total of six card designs, each featuring dresses perfect for the pre-Halloween season, such as “Girly Devil” and “Monster Cat.”
Lottery / Prizes / Gacha
The capsule toy “Aikatsu! Colorful Multi-Charm,” featuring the idols from “Aikatsu!” as mascots, is now available. Available at capsule vending machines nationwide starting in October 2026, the lineup features all five characters: Ichigo Hoshimiya, Aoi Kiriya, Ran Shibuki, Otome Arisugawa, and Yurika Todo!
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.
Collaboration Café
The café menu for the “Aikatsu!” POP UP SHOP & CAFÉ ~Sweet Restaurant~ has been revealed. The event will be held sequentially at three Tree Village locations starting September 19, 2026, featuring a total of 12 items—6 food items and 6 drinks—as well as a special coaster given with every order!
Collaboration Café
The “Aikatsu!” pop-up event “Sweet Restaurant” will be held sequentially at three Tree Village locations starting September 19, 2026. A total of eight types of limited-edition merchandise featuring newly drawn illustrations will be available!
