The latest anime, manga, game, voice actor and movie collab news from Japan.
Fashion
The first collaboration between “8 THE THALASSO u,” a serum-based hair care brand inspired by skincare, and Sanrio’s popular character “Kuromi,” will go on sale in limited quantities at Don Quijote stores nationwide starting October 12, 2026! A kit featuring a specially designed serum shampoo and serum hair treatment (475 mL each), both featuring Kuromi in the brand logo, will be available for 3,410 yen (tax included)!
News
The first collaboration between Kuromi and the miso ramen specialty shop “Menba Tadokoro Shoten” will take place at 147 locations nationwide from October 5 to November 30, 2026. The “Kuromi Collaboration Ramen,” which comes with a limited-edition figurine charm, will be available, and during her birthday period starting October 29, you can also choose a keychain!
Fashion
A “Birthday Goods Series” commemorating Kuromi’s birthday on October 31 will be available exclusively at Don Quijote stores. A total of 9 items—including mini pouches, headband and holder sets, mascot coin pouches, and “Peta-Chara” stickers—will go on sale sequentially starting in early October 2026!
Lottery / Prizes / Gacha
Sanrio’s “Kuromi” “No-Loser Lottery,” featuring Kuromi in a dress with a leopard-print design, will go on sale starting October 3, 2026, at Sanrio shops, convenience stores, and other locations nationwide. The lineup includes a total of 12 prizes, such as blankets and cosmetic cases!
News
San-Q Mart-exclusive items featuring Sanrio’s popular character “Kuromi” will go on sale sequentially at San-Q Mart stores nationwide starting in early October 2026, and pre-orders are now being accepted on the official online store. The collection consists of 17 items in total, including hair clips and pouches featuring Kuromi in a maid outfit against a purple background; all items are priced at 429 yen (tax included).
Merchandise
From Sunstar Stationery’s “Stecho☆” total stationery series, “MarshmallowPop” water-activated mini stickers featuring new Sanrio character designs are now on sale. The set includes all six designs—Hello Kitty, My Melody, Hangyodon, Pompompurin, Cinnamoroll, and Kuromi—and each is priced at 550 yen (tax included). Orders are now being accepted on “Anime Store.JP,” the online store for the collaboration café.
