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Hetalia World★Stars Gangsta Volume 2 goes on sale September 4!

Volume 2, the latest installment of the popular manga *Hetalia World★Stars Gangsta* by Hidekazu Himaruya—currently serialized in *Shonen Jump+*—will be released by Shueisha on September 4, 2026.
What is the reason District 86 (China) suspects District 1 (the United States) of non-payment regarding the card issued by District 81 (Japan)? This second volume of the card battle that puts the districts’ prestige on the line is priced at 1,100 yen (tax included).

Pokémon × Gelato Pique: Collaboration Loungewear Goes on Sale Starting September 9!

The third collaboration between the loungewear brand “gelato pique” and Pokémon, titled “Pokémon meets GELATO PIQUE,” will launch on Wednesday, September 9, 2026.
A key feature of the collection is that the designs evolve from Pichu to Pikachu to Raichu as the size increases, and Pippi and Marill are making their debut in the line. Prices range from 1,650 yen to 19,690 yen (tax included).

Nijisanji × Sweets Paradise: 16th Collaboration Event to Be Held at 10 Locations Starting October 2!

The 16th collaboration café between the VTuber group “Nijisanji” and Sweets Paradise will open sequentially at 10 locations nationwide starting October 2, 2026. Four members—Tsubasa Hanakago, Reo Kō, Isumi Shirose, and Yuno Shinomiya—appear in newly drawn illustrations, and two versions of the key visual—one featuring life-size characters and one featuring mini-characters—have been unveiled.

“OreGairu: Yui” Volume 3 Releases September 18! A Valentine’s Day Story

Volume 3, the latest installment of the wildly popular light novel series *My Youth Romantic Comedy Is Wrong, As I Expected: The End* by Watanabe, will be released on September 18, 2026, by Shogakukan’s “Gagaga Bunko” imprint.
The illustrations are by Ponkan⑧, and the book is priced at 814 yen (tax included). It is a paperback edition with 296 pages. Set against the backdrop of Valentine’s Day, this is another story in the “OreGairu” series that depicts the long-simmering feelings for a special someone.

Iruma-kun × Prince Hotel: Coming to Shinjuku and Kawagoe Starting September 1!

To commemorate the broadcast of the fourth season of the anime *Demon Slayer: Iruma-kun*, a collaboration event will be held at the Shinjuku Prince Hotel and the Kawagoe Prince Hotel from September 1 to October 31, 2026. With different themes for each hotel—”Demon World Hotel” in Shinjuku and “Music Festival” in Kawagoe—the event will feature themed room packages, afternoon tea, and collaboration menus.

Chiikawa × Fujiya “Pero Pero Choco” Goes on Sale Nationwide Starting September 8!

Fujiya’s “Chiikawa Anime Lollipop Chocolates” will go on sale nationwide at convenience stores, supermarkets, and other retailers starting September 8, 2026. These are lollipop chocolates shaped like the faces of “Chiikawa” and “Hachiware,” and the packaging features a total of 12 designs—six each for the two characters—with a rabbit making an appearance as well.

Manga Adaptation of *Silent Witch*, Volume 7, on Sale September 1!

Based on the popular light novel by Yuku Matsuri and illustrated by San Tobu, the latest volume (Vol. 7) of the manga adaptation *Silent Witch: The Secrets of the Silent Witch* will be released by KADOKAWA on September 1, 2026. At a joint chess tournament between three schools, Monica encounters her former friend, Bernie. The volume is priced at 924 yen (tax included), is B6 size, and has 162 pages. The back of the volume features three newly drawn manga stories based on short stories from the original novel.

“Chikawa” Movie: Penlight Cheer Screenings to Be Held at 7 Theaters Nationwide on September 23!

The “Let’s Make It Happen! Cheer Screening” of *Chikawa: The Secret of the Mermaid Island*—featuring automatically synchronized glow stick effects—will be held simultaneously at TOHO Cinemas in 7 theaters across 5 prefectures nationwide starting at 7:00 PM on September 23, 2026. This is a special screening where audience members can cheer aloud while using special glow sticks that change color in sync with the film. Tickets went on sale at midnight on September 2 via each theater’s website.

Chiikawa Bakery Advent Calendar: Pre-sale starts September 2 at 6:00 PM!

The “Chiikawa Bakery Advent Calendar” is now available, with an online pre-sale running from 6:00 PM on September 2, 2026, through 11:59 PM on September 6. Priced at 5,500 yen (tax included), the product features a Western-style box containing 24 small boxes, each hiding baked goods, tea bags, and all three types of limited-edition figurine ornaments—bread shaped like Santa hats. In-store sales will begin in late November.

Madoka Magica × RoseMarie Ballet Bags—All 8 Designs—Now Available for Pre-order!

Pre-orders are now being accepted on the official online store for the reversible ballet bags—a collaboration between the girly brand “RoseMarie seoir” and “Puella Magi Madoka Magica.” The collection features eight designs that incorporate the magical girls’ costumes into ballet shoes, each priced at 7,590 yen (tax included). The lining features an all-over cherry print, allowing the bag to be used on both sides.

Sound! Euphonium: Euphonium Tea House Opens September 11!

The “Hibike! Euphonium Chaya” collaboration café, based on the TV anime “Hibike! Euphonium” produced by Kyoto Animation and adapted from the novel by Ayano Takeda, will open simultaneously at four locations nationwide—Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, and Hiroshima—starting September 11, 2026. This event commemorates the release of the second part of the theatrical film *Resonance! Euphonium: Final Movement*, and will feature original “Japanese-style café ver.” illustrations created by Kyoto Animation.

You and Me: Complete Opposites—Yeti & Tempura Merchandise: Pre-orders Start September 4!

Pre-orders for the second collaboration collection between the TV anime “You and Me: Complete Opposites”—based on the popular manga by Aga Sawako—and earth music&ecology Japan Label will begin at 6:00 p.m. on September 4, 2026, on STRIPE CLUB. The lineup features a total of eight items, including plush charms shaped like Yeti and tempura, as well as faux fur pouches and tote bags. Pre-orders will be accepted until 11:59 PM on September 16.

Pretty Cure Pretty Store: Nationwide Theater Pop-Up Shops Start September 18!

A pop-up shop for the “Pretty Cure Pretty Store,” the official store of the Pretty Cure series, will be held at 20 theaters nationwide from Friday, September 18, 2026, through Saturday, October 31, 2026! This limited-time shop, celebrating the release of *Pretty Cure: The Movie! The Great Detective*, will appear at theaters nationwide—including 109 Cinemas Osaka Expo City, Shinjuku Wald 9, TOHO Cinemas Ikebukuro, and T-Joy Emi Terrace Tokorozawa—featuring a wide selection of Pretty Cure merchandise.

Chiikawa Baby: The “Rinrin Okao” Mascot Is Coming!

Parade Co., Ltd. has announced via its official X account for “Prizes” the release of the new “Rinrin Okao Mascot” from the “Chiikawa Baby” series. These face-shaped mascots feature Chiikawa, Hachiware, Rabbit, and Sea Otter as babies. Details such as the release date and participating stores will be announced at a later date.

Npochamu × Lawson: Starts September 8! Decal Stickers and a Raffle Are Here!

Details have been revealed for the “NPOCHAM” × Lawson campaign, “NPOCHAM CAMPAIGN!”, which will begin at 7:00 a.m. on September 8, 2026. In addition to five types of original “Puku Deco” stickers featuring a martial arts theme, the campaign will also include four types of pre-order merchandise available exclusively through Loppi and HMV&BOOKS online, as well as the “CHAM QUEST” entertainment lottery, priced at 790 yen per play.