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“Blue Lock” Volume 41 Release Celebration Event at Animate on November 17!

An Animate-exclusive event celebrating the release of Volume 41 of the wildly popular soccer manga “Blue Lock”—based on the original story by Muneyuki Kaneshiro and illustrated by Yusuke Nomura—has been announced!

From November 17 to December 20, 2026, at Animate stores nationwide (including the Animate online store), customers will receive a B6-size visual board with every purchase of an eligible manga volume, and a receipt featuring an illustration by Yusuke Nomura will also be provided at the time of purchase.

Key Points of This Article

・This is an Animate-exclusive fair commemorating the release of “Blue Lock” Volume 41
・It will be held from November 17 to December 20, 2026, at Animate locations nationwide (including online orders)
・For every eligible volume purchased, you’ll receive one B6-size visual board (1 design available)
・Receipts featuring an illustration by Yusuke Nomura will be distributed at the time of purchase (Animate online store is not eligible)
・Eligible items include Volume 41 and Volumes 1–40 (including special editions), which are currently on sale
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Details of the “Blue Lock Volume 41” Release Commemorative Fair

To celebrate the release of Volume 41 of “Blue Lock,” based on the original story by Muneyuki Kaneshiro and illustrated by Yusuke Nomura, an Animate-exclusive promotion will be held. During the promotion period, customers who purchase eligible comic volumes will receive a B6-sized visual board and a receipt featuring an illustration by Yusuke Nomura.

©Muneyuki Kaneshiro & Yusuke Nomura/Kodansha

B6-Size Visual Board Purchase Bonus

During the event period, for every eligible volume purchased, you will receive one “B6-size visual board” (1 design available). This offer ends when supplies run out.

©Muneyuki Kaneshiro & Yusuke Nomura/Kodansha

Receipt Featuring an Illustration by Yusuke Nomura

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When you purchase eligible products, you will receive a receipt featuring an illustration by Yusuke Nomura (1 design available). There is no limit to the number of receipts distributed; however, even if you purchase multiple items, only one illustration will appear per receipt. Please note that receipts featuring illustrations are not available through Animate’s online store.

©Muneyuki Kaneshiro & Yusuke Nomura/Kodansha

Eligible Items for the Fair

Eligible items include the latest volume, Volume 41, and Volumes 1–40, which are currently on sale. Special editions of Volumes 1–40 are also included.

“Blue Lock Volume 41” Release Commemorative Fair: Eligible Items
On sale November 17, 2026 [Comic] Blue Lock Volume 41
Now on Sale [Comic] Blue Lock Volumes 1–40
*Includes special editions

Prizes and bonuses related to this fair may not be transferred to third parties or resold via auctions. Please check the instructions at the bottom of the official fair page for details on how to proceed with Animate Online Store orders.

The “Blue Lock Volume 41” Release Commemorative Fair starts November 17!

©Muneyuki Kaneshiro & Yusuke Nomura/Kodansha
“Blue Lock Volume 41” Release Commemorative Fair: Event Overview
Event Period November 17–December 20, 2026
Venues [In-Store] Animate stores nationwide
[Online] Animate Online Store
Official Website Animate Fair Page

Frequently Asked Questions About the “Blue Lock Volume 41” Release Commemorative Fair

How long will the fair run?

The fair runs from November 17, 2026, through December 20, 2026.

How do I get the B6-size visual board?

During the event period, for every eligible item purchased, you will receive one B6-size visual board (1 design available). This offer ends when supplies run out.

Can I get an illustrated receipt through Animate’s online store?

Receipts featuring illustrations by Yusuke Nomura are not available through Animate Online Store.

Which products are eligible for the fair?

Volume 41 of “Blue Lock” and Volumes 1–40 (including special editions), currently on sale, are eligible.

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.

© Muneyuki Kaneshiro, Yusuke Nomura / Kodansha

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