Aobuta × Shonan Candle 2026: Collaboration Starts October 10!

A collaboration between “The Youth Pork-Head Doesn’t Dream of Dear Friends,” based on the popular light novel by Kazushi Kamoshida, and “Shonan Candle 2026” will take place at the Enoshima Samuel Cocking Garden starting Saturday, October 10, 2026!
In addition to displaying original collaboration candles, visitors will also receive original collaboration merchandise as gifts.

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Details of the “Shonan Candle 2026” x “My Youthful Pig-Boy Doesn’t Dream of Dear Friends” Collaboration
A collaboration has been announced between the theatrical anime “A Youth Like a Pig Doesn’t Dream of Dear Friends,” based on the popular light novel by Kazushi Kamoshida, and “Shonan Candle 2026,” an autumn tradition in Enoshima.
The event will run from Saturday, October 10, 2026, through Tuesday, November 3, 2026 (a national holiday). Enoshima, one of the settings in the series, will be enveloped in the glow of countless candles.

©2025 Hajime Kamoshida/KADOKAWA/Aobuta Project

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Aobuta “Shonan Candle 2026” Collaboration: Original Collaboration Candles

Original collaboration candles from the “Shonan Candle” × “Aobuta” series will be displayed throughout the Samuel Cocking Garden on Enoshima.

Giveaway of Original “Shonan Candle 2026” × “Seishun Buta Yarō” Collaboration Merchandise

During the event period, visitors to the Enoshima Samuel Cocking Garden will receive original collaboration merchandise from the “Shonan Candle” × “Seishun Buta Yarō” series. Details regarding the merchandise will be announced at a later date.

*Original collaboration merchandise is available in limited quantities and will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis until supplies run out.
*If “Shonan Candle 2026” is canceled due to inclement weather or other reasons, promotional items will not be distributed.

Aobuta “Shonan Candle 2026” Collaboration: Event Dates and Lighting Hours

The “Shonan Candle 2026” event will be held from Saturday, October 10, 2026 through November 3 (Tue, Holiday). The lighting hours are from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and on weekends and holidays, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

The “Aobuta” x “Shonan Candle 2026” collaboration starts October 10!

©2025 Hajime Kamoshida/KADOKAWA/Aobuta Project

The “Shonan Candle 2026” × “A Young Pig-Boy Doesn’t Dream of a Dear Friend” collaboration will be held at the Enoshima Samuel Cocking Garden from Saturday, October 10, 2026, through Tuesday, November 3, 2026 (a national holiday). Ahead of the movie’s theatrical release on Friday, October 16, come enjoy the candlelight at Enoshima, the setting for the film.

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Aobuta “Shonan Candle 2026” Collaboration FAQs

When does the collaboration run?

From Saturday, October 10, 2026, through Tuesday, November 3, 2026 (a national holiday).

Where is the event held?

It will be held at the Enoshima Samuel Cocking Garden in Fujisawa City, Kanagawa Prefecture.

What are the lighting hours?

From 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. On Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays, the lighting hours are from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

What does the collaboration involve?

Original collaboration candles from the “Shonan Candle” × “Seishun Buta Yarou” series will be displayed throughout the garden, and visitors will receive original collaboration merchandise as gifts.

How can I get the collaboration merchandise?

You’ll receive a gift when you visit Enoshima Samuel Cocking Garden during the event period. Quantities are limited, so the giveaway will end once supplies run out.

What happens in case of rain?

If “Shonan Candle 2026” is canceled due to inclement weather or other reasons, the promotional items will not be distributed.

When will the theatrical film be released?

The theatrical anime “The Youth Pork Boy Doesn’t Dream of a Dear Friend” will be released on Friday, October 16, 2026.

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Please check the official website for details.
*Please note that the information in this article may be outdated; please check the official website for the latest details.

©2025 Hajime Kamoshida/KADOKAWA/Aobuta Project

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