Chikawa Pop-Up Store at JR Ikebukuro Station Opens September 18!

“Chiikawa (That Little Cute Thing)”—whose clumsy yet determined efforts to do his best at everything and live strongly alongside his friends are truly admirable— has opened a pop-up store in Ikebukuro!

From Friday, September 18, 2026, through Monday, September 28, 2026, the “Chikawa POP UP STORE” will be held in the event space outside the South Ticket Gate at JR Ikebukuro Station, where a wide variety of new products—set to go on sale on September 18, 2026—will be available .

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Chiikawa Pop-Up Store at JR Ikebukuro Station: Event Details

Starting Friday, September 18, 2026, the “Chiikawa POP UP STORE” will be held at the “JR Ikebukuro Station South Ticket Gate Outdoor Event Space”!

A wide variety of merchandise featuring visuals of Chikawa, Hachiware, the Rabbit, the Flying Squirrel, Kurimanju, the Sea Otter, Shisa, and the Used Bookstore Crew will be on sale. Since the venue is located outside the ticket gates, you can stop by without a train ticket—another great perk.

Opening hours are from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., but please note that on the first day, Friday, September 18, the store opens at 1:00 p.m., and on the final day, Monday, September 28, it closes at 6:00 p.m. Please note that admission may be restricted depending on crowd levels. On the first day, numbered tickets may be distributed based on the line forming before opening time; the latest information will be posted on the official X (formerly Twitter) account as it becomes available.

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Chikawa Pop-Up Store at JR Ikebukuro Station: Free Gifts

“Chikawa POP UP STORE” When you purchase “Chiikawa” merchandise at the “Chiikawa POP UP STORE,” you’ll receive one “original sticker” per transaction. Plus, if you spend 2,200 yen (tax included) or more, you’ll receive a “shopping bag” as a bonus!

Purchase Bonus – Original Sticker

For every purchase, you’ll receive one 55mm square “original sticker.” These are distributed exclusively at the “Chikawa POP UP STORE”; purchases made from capsule toy machines are not eligible.

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Purchase Bonus – Shopping Bag

For purchases of 2,200 yen (tax included) or more, you’ll receive one “POP UP STORE Exclusive Shopping Bag” . One bag per person per transaction; the size is determined based on the purchased items and cannot be selected.

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Chiikawa Pop-Up Store at JR Ikebukuro Station Merchandise

New merchandise going on sale Friday, September 18, 2026, includes the “It’s Way Too Delicious! “Water”… Mascot” and items from the leopard-print series, such as the “Leopard-Print Vanity Pouch” and “Trading Glittery Pin Badges,” will be available!

Additionally, in the apparel and bag category, there will be a “Multi-Case” designed by Pasta-rai-suke, “Clear Pouch,” “ID Case,” and “T-shirt,” as well as T-shirts featuring “OPERATION:OMURICE,” “ULTRASONIC ATTACK,” and “BAPHOMET GOURMET,” and zip-up hoodies from the Horror Series.

“Trading Glittery Pin Badges” and “Trading Mini Mirror Keychains” come in a random selection of all 8 varieties; even if you purchase a box, you may not receive all 8 varieties.

Please note that purchase limits may change depending on store conditions.

Merchandise Lineup

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The Chikawa Pop-Up Store Opens at JR Ikebukuro Station on September 18!

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Chiikawa Pop-Up Store at JR Ikebukuro Station: Frequently Asked Questions

How long will the event run?

From September 18 (Fri) to September 28 (Mon). Operating hours are 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., but the venue opens at 1:00 p.m. on the first day and closes at 6:00 p.m. on the last day.

Where is the venue?

“JR Ikebukuro Station South Ticket Gate Outdoor Event Space” (Toshima Ward, Tokyo). Since it’s located outside the ticket gates, you can stop by without a train ticket or admission ticket.

What time does it open on the first day?

On the first day, Friday, September 18, the event opens at 1:00 PM. Please note that this is not the usual 10:00 opening time, so you will not be able to enter even if you arrive in the morning.

Will I receive any promotional items?

For every purchase of “Chiikawa”-related merchandise, you’ll receive one original sticker. If you spend 2, 200 yen (tax included) or more, you’ll receive one of the POP UP STORE-exclusive shopping bags. Both offers are available while supplies last, and purchases made from capsule toy machines are not eligible.

Will buying a box of pin badges get you all varieties?

The “Trading Glittering Pin Badges” and “Trading Mini Mirror Keychains” are both sold in sets of 8 random varieties; even if you purchase a box, you may not receive all 8 varieties.

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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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