The latest anime, manga, game, voice actor and movie collab news from Japan.
Fashion
“Monchhichi”-themed keychains, pouches, bedding, and loungewear will go on sale starting October 10, 2026, at all nationwide locations of the Shimamura Group’s casual brand, “Avail”! The Avail online store will also begin carrying these items at 12:00 PM on the same day, featuring a wide range of products from bedding such as mattress pads and blankets to winter accessories and fleece-lined hoodies.
Fashion
“Chiikawa” women’s belly warmers will go on sale on October 9, 2026, at 3:00 PM on Shimamura’s official online store, “Shimamura Park.” These fluffy belly warmers feature large designs of Chikawa, Hachiware, and a rabbit. They come in two sizes—M–L and L–LL—and are priced at 1,089 yen (tax included).
Manga, Magazines, Light Novels
Mabugaru’s first art book, “Maburave Girls Garden: Official Visual Collection,” will be released on November 25, 2026! It comes with a bonus serial code!
Merchandise
From “STEINS;GATE,” the “Kurisu Makise 1/7 Scale Figure” in her racing outfit is now on sale! A plush toy set is also available!
Merchandise
Newly illustrated “Dark China Ver.” merchandise from the manga *Sasaki and Miyano* will go on sale in December 2026! The lineup includes all the sold-out items from “Kyomafu 2026.”
Manga, Magazines, Light Novels
The latest volume—Volume 1—of the manga *Hololive Academy: Shiny Smily Stories* goes on sale January 25, 2027! A special edition with a figurine is also available!
Merchandise
New merchandise featuring stunning in-game visuals and mini character illustrations from the popular game “anemoi” will go on sale in November 2026!
News
Issue 21 of “Hana to Yume,” on sale October 5, 2026, will include an exclusive bonus “F/ACE SCHOOL Student ID-Style Card” featuring Yuki Shiwari’s manga “Tamun-kun, Which Way Now!?” The set includes a total of six student ID-style cards featuring the five members of F/ACE in their school uniforms, along with Utage-chan. The front-cover spread also announces a giveaway where 30 winners will receive a program-exclusive tote bag.
Merchandise
New merchandise featuring Sanrio’s popular character, “the marshmallow-soft, fluffy kitty,” with a soothing, fluffy texture, will go on sale in December 2026!
News
Details have been released for the collaboration between the “Urban Legend Debunking Center” and Karaoke Tetsujin (October 8–November 23, 2026), featuring collaborative drinks by Wataru Meguriya, Azami Fukurai, and Jasmine (660 yen each) and the “-Fabulous! – Set” (1,760 yen) with special bonuses have been revealed. The themed rooms, available at nine locations, cost 2,200 yen per person per time slot (tax included), and reservations will be accepted via a dedicated form starting at 5:00 PM on October 5.
News
The “Azur Lane” and public bath collaboration is celebrating its 5th anniversary, and it has been confirmed that the collaboration will take place again this year at Tatsumi Onsen in Nagai, Osaka. As a special event, participants can choose their favorite character from the 50 characters that have appeared in past public bath collaborations and have it displayed on a mirror advertisement inside the bathhouse. Applications for this event will be accepted until October 16, 2026, and participants will receive an original commemorative plate.
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JR Tokai’s collaboration between “Oshi Tabi” and “Sumikko Gurashi” will run from November 2, 2026, to January 31, 2027. Passengers on the Tokaido Shinkansen can receive a total of six types of AR photo frames and original smartphone wallpapers. By participating in the onboard activities, you can exchange your participation for an acrylic mini charm at stores in Tokyo Station and Osaka Umeda, and you’ll also be entered into a drawing where 50 winners will receive a mini tote bag.
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A collaboration between the 2.5-dimensional talent group “Shikufoni” and Yokohama Chinatown will take place from October 15 to October 26, 2026, featuring a pop-up shop at ChinaTown80 Hall with an original visual of “The Shopkeeper of Mahou-dou.” Limited-edition merchandise, such as acrylic stands and rice bowls, will be available, along with a postcard giveaway for every 1,650 yen spent and a stamp rally where participants can collect coasters by visiting participating stores.
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
Glico’s “Makiba Shibori” ice cream will host the “With Cinnamoroll! I Love Milk Campaign” from October 5 to December 25, 2026. By submitting your purchase receipt via LINE, you’ll collect stickers and receive digital points of your choice—everyone who participates is guaranteed a reward. For every three stickers collected, 1,000 winners will be selected by lottery to receive a set of Cinnamoroll cup covers, coasters, and spoons. Additionally, limited-edition collaboration smartphone wallpapers and in-game items for “Sanrio Party Land” are also available.
Manga, Magazines, Light Novels
KADOKAWA will release *Resonant Japanese: Enjoyed Through *Bungo Stray Dogs* on December 3, 2026! Featuring an original cover illustration by Harukawa 35!
