The latest anime, manga, game, voice actor and movie collab news from Japan.
To commemorate the anime broadcast of CLAMP’s *Magic Knight Rayearth*, the cover art from the early 1990s tankōbon editions is being reprinted as a full-length obi strip. Animeイト, Kinokuniya Bookstore, and Maruzen Junkudo Bookstore are also running a purchase promotion where customers can receive visual boards and illustration cards!
A 1/7-scale figure of “Kaede Akamatsu” from *New Danganronpa V3* will be re-released in May 2027! The base is inspired by the “punishment” scene!
A collaboration between the movie *Detective PreCure! The Mysterious Garden and the Two Secrets* and the discount supermarket chain “OK” will begin on September 18, 2026, at all OK stores and on OK Net Super. Giveaways via a random drawing and original merchandise featuring newly drawn illustrations will be available through October 31!
Sanrio Characters’ new capsule toy series, “Live-Action Miniature Charms,” will go on sale sequentially at capsule toy vending machines nationwide starting in October 2026. The lineup features a total of five varieties, including My Sweet Piano and Kogimyun, rendered in 3D with a soft, fluffy flocked finish!
The “Plush Mascot” capsule toys from *The Snail Who Thought It Was a Rabbit*—a series created by Rui-sensei that’s been trending on social media—are scheduled for release in October 2026. The lineup features five different types—Tsumuyu, Tsumuyu (No Makeup), Tsumuyu (Rabbit), Niki, and Moko—each as a plush mascot measuring approximately 7.5 cm in total length!
A collaboration between the TV anime “Dungeon Meal” and Karaoke Maneki Neko has been announced, with the event scheduled to begin sometime in October 2026. Newly drawn illustrations in a modern Japanese style, featuring Lios, Marushiru, Chiruchack, and two others dressed in hakama and kimono, have also been unveiled!
The “Blue Lock POP UP SHOP: Ghost & Fox Collection” is set to open at Links Umeda in Osaka on October 1, 2026! Popular characters dressed in Halloween-themed “Ghost” and “Fox” costumes will make an appearance, with the first Ghost Collection launching on October 1 and the second Fox Collection launching on October 16.
It has been announced that Chikawa Kuji’s new product, the “Shisa-Filled Lottery,” will be held in October 2026. The release date, price, and lineup have not yet been announced, and further details are scheduled to be revealed in October.
The Halloween limited-edition menu at the café and gift shop “Disney HARVEST MARKET By CAFE COMPANY” will be available at the Shibuya Hikarie location starting September 30, 2026, and at the Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse location starting October 1. The Halloween-exclusive afternoon tea set comes with an original acrylic keychain, and customers who spend 3,500 yen or more will also receive a pin badge.
“Ichiban Kuji Colorful Memories,” based on the popular Disney/Pixar film “Coco,” will go on sale starting October 31, 2026, at 7-Eleven, Ito-Yokado, and Yume Town locations, among others. The lineup includes A-Prize scene figures recreating iconic moments featuring *Miguel* and *Hector*, as well as blankets, tote bags, pouches, beaded straps, mini canvas boards, rubber goods, posters, and stickers. The Last One Prize will be a *Day of the Dead* light.
The “Chiikawa Mini Collectible Book Keychain (1)” will go on sale in stages starting in mid-September 2026. These capsule toys cost 500 yen each and feature a lineup of all four characters—Chiikawa, Hachiware, Kurimanju, and Shisa. Each design has 12 pages and a total of 24 pockets for storing ID photos and stickers.
Nintendo Switch 2-compatible accessories featuring Sanrio’s Kuromi, Cinnamoroll, and Pompompurin will be released sequentially in October and November 2026. The lineup includes two types: a controller and a decoration kit that comes with a plush toy!
The “Marufuku Coffee Shop × Rilakkuma Collaboration Fair” will be held at 13 locations nationwide from October 1 through October 31, 2026. Collaboration sweets featuring the shop’s famous hotcakes and Korilakkuma-themed hayashi rice will be available, and starting October 16, keychain plush toys dressed in Marufuku Coffee Shop uniforms will go on sale.
A collaboration campaign between “The New Prince of Tennis: U-17 WORLD CUP Final Roster Decider” and Lawson will begin on September 29, 2026. For every two eligible cup soups purchased, customers will receive one of five original, Lawson-exclusive stickers—featuring newly drawn illustrations of Ryoma Echizen, Kunimitsu Tezuka, and others—on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.
The “With Stationery” pop-up store will be held from October 3 to October 31, 2026, at the special event venue (No. 9, 2nd Floor) in Tokyo Solamachi! A key visual featuring stationery characters enjoying the fall season has been unveiled, and details regarding merchandise and promotional items will be announced in future updates.
The “L’APPY L’AWSON” campaign, commemorating L’Arc-en-Ciel’s 35th anniversary, will begin at 7:00 a.m. on September 22, 2026, at Lawson stores nationwide. Highlights include a set of six original clear files available with the purchase of three eligible snacks, a 900-yen entertainment lottery, and the Luciel-chan room light, which will go on sale sequentially starting September 18.
