“Biwako-kun,” a VTuber active in Shiga Prefecture, is launching his first-ever pop-up shop! The event will be held at Kyoto IP Bookstore starting October 1, 2026. In addition to selling limited-edition merchandise, the shop will feature video screenings on a large in-store screen and special exhibits.
・Dates: October 1–31, 2026
・Venue: Kyoto IP Bookstore on the 6th floor of Kyoto Takashimaya S.C. [T8] ・Only limited-edition merchandise—such as acrylic figures, pin badges, kanji T-shirts, portraits, and clay figurines—will be sold
・Video screenings on a large in-store screen and special exhibitions are also planned
Details of the “Biwako-kun POP-UP SHOP”
The first-ever POP-UP SHOP for “Biwako-kun,” the hugely popular VTuber active in Shiga Prefecture, will be held at Kyoto IP Bookstore!
The event will run for one month, from October 1 to October 31, 2026. In addition to the sale of limited-edition merchandise, the event will feature video screenings on a large in-store screen and special exhibitions.
©Biwako-kunSelling only limited-edition merchandise available exclusively here
This pop-up shop will sell only limited-edition merchandise available exclusively here.
The lineup includes the “Lake Biwa Acrylic Stand (with a sword)” and “Lake Biwa Acrylic Stand (with an umbrella),” as well as “Lake Biwa Pin Badges,” “Kanji T-shirts That Foreigners Might Buy,” “Portraits of Lake Biwa,” and “Clay Figures”—for a total of 6 items!
©Lake Biwa-kun| Umbrella-Style Lake Biwa Acrylic Stand |
| Lake Biwa Acrylic Stand with Umbrella |
| Lake Biwa Pin Badges |
| Kanji T-Shirts That Foreigners Might Buy |
| Portraits of Lake Biwa |
| Clay Figures |
Prices have not been announced at this time. Sales prices, listed items, and product images are subject to change.
Video screenings and exhibition events on large in-store screens
Videos will be screened on large screens inside the venue. Additionally, promotional images indicate that toys used in the project will be on display, and various other exhibition events are planned.
Important Notes for Purchases and Store Visits
Product quantities are limited, and items may sell out.
Purchase limits may be set for specific items; details will be announced via in-store signage or staff announcements on the day of the event. Please note that we cannot respond to inquiries regarding purchase limits prior to the event.
Entry to the store may be restricted depending on crowd levels; information regarding lines and numbered tickets will be announced on the official website.
Kyoto IP Bookstore’s closing days follow those of Kyoto Takashimaya S.C., so please check the official website and the Kyoto Takashimaya S.C. website before visiting.
What is “Biwako-kun”?
“Biwako-kun” is a VTuber active in Shiga Prefecture.
He is active on his YouTube channel (@biwakokun) and his official X account (@biwako__shiga), and this will be his first-ever pop-up shop.
The “Lake Biwa-kun POP-UP SHOP” opens on October 1!
©Biwako-kun| Event Dates | October 1–31, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Venue | Kyoto IP Bookstore 6th Floor (Kyoto Takashimaya S.C. [T8], 35 Otabacho, 2-chome, Higashi-iru, Teramachi, Shijo-dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture; inside Kyoto Tsutaya Bookstore) |
| Official Website | Kyoto IP Bookstore Announcement Page |
| Official X | @biwako__shiga |
Frequently Asked Questions about the “Biwako-kun POP UP SHOP”
When is the “Biwako-kun POP UP SHOP” being held?
It will be held from October 1 to October 31, 2026.
Where is the venue?
It will be held at Kyoto IP Bookstore (inside Kyoto Tsutaya Bookstore) on the 6th floor of Kyoto Takashimaya S.C. [T8].
What kinds of merchandise will be sold?
Only the following limited-edition items will be available: “Kenmo-tabi Lake Biwa” acrylic stands, “Kasamo-tabi Lake Biwa” acrylic stands, Lake Biwa pin badges, kanji T-shirts that foreigners might buy, portraits of Lake Biwa, and limited-edition clay figurines.
Are there any events besides the merchandise sale?
Video screenings on a large in-store screen and an exhibition are scheduled.
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Please check the official website for details.
*Please note that the information in this article may be out of date. We apologize for the inconvenience, but please check the official website for the latest information.
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