Shin-chan, Himawari, Shiro, and Buriburi Zaemon as wind chimes. All 6 varieties make their debut, with their paper strips swaying in the breeze!
Bandai’s Gashapon series, “Crayon Shin-chan: Swaying Face Mini Charms,” will go on sale in late August 2026.
The design features the characters’ faces as the body of the wind chime, with illustrated strips hanging down from below.
The lineup consists of 6 varieties: Shin-chan A, Shin-chan B, Himawari, Shiro, Mr. Waniyama, and Buriburi Zaemon.
Each charm measures approximately 5 cm and comes with a lobster clasp and a pine-needle cord, allowing it to be attached to bags or pouches.
The price is 300 yen each (tax included), and each capsule contains one charm.
・The character’s face forms the body of a wind chime, with a decorated strip of paper hanging from the bottom
・The lineup includes a total of 6 varieties: Shin-chan A, Shin-chan B, Himawari, Shiro, Mr. Wani-yama, and Buriburi Zaemon
・Price: 300 yen each (tax included); size: approx. 5 cm; each capsule contains one charm
・Includes a lobster clasp and pine-needle cord for attaching to bags or pouches
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“Swaying Face Mini Charms” Coming in Late August!
Crayon Shin-chan mini charms are coming to Bandai’s Gashapon lineup.
Shin-chan and his friends are depicted as cool, wind chime-style figures, designed to be attached to bags or pouches so you can enjoy watching them “sway back and forth.”
・Release Date: Late August 2026
・Price: 300 yen each (tax included)
・Varieties: 6 types total (1 charm per capsule)
・Size: Approx. 5 cm
・Recommended Age: 15 and older
The character’s face forms the body of the wind chime, with a decorated strip hanging down from below.
Each strip features a different illustration specific to that character.
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The lineup consists of 6 types in total
There are 2 types of Shinnosuke, along with Himawari, Shiro, Mr. Waniyama, and Buriburi Zaemon.
・ 1. Shin-chan A
・2. Shin-chan B
・3. Himawari
・4. Shiro
・5. Mr. Wani-yama
・6. Buriburi Zaemon
Shin-chan A & Shin-chan B
There are two types of Shinnosuke available, each with a different design on the strip of paper.
Type A features a blue strip with the text “My Fake,” while Type B features a green strip with the characters lined up.
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© Yoshito Usui/Futabasha, Shin-Ei, TV Asahi, ADK
Himawari & Shiro
Himawari has orange curly hair, while Shiro’s white face forms the body of the wind chime.
Shiro’s paper strip features a design with his name on it.
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© Yoshito Usui/Futabasha, Shin-Ei, TV Asahi, ADK
Waniyama and Buriburi Zaemon
Waniyama has a pink and white face with sharp eyes, while Buriburi Zaemon is characterized by his pig-like nose and arched eyebrows.
Each character is also depicted on the tanzaku strips.
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© Yoshito Usui/Futabasha, Shin-Ei, TV Asahi, ADK
Common Specifications
All 6 varieties come with a clasp, cord, and tag.
・All products include a clasp, pine-needle cord, and tag
・Size: Approx. 5 cm
・One item per capsule
・*Images have been digitally enhanced and may differ slightly from the actual product
Since they come with a lobster clasp, they can be attached to the zippers of bags or pouches for use.
Release Information and Notes
They will go on sale at capsule vending machines nationwide starting in late August 2026.
・Release Date: Late August 2026
・Price: 300 yen each (tax included) *Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price
・Distributor: Bandai Co., Ltd.
・Recommended Age: 15 and older
・*Release dates may vary by region and store
・*Due to the nature of vending machines, the same item may be dispensed repeatedly, or the desired item may not be available
・Click here for the product page (Bandai Official Website)
The Wobbling Face Mini Charms will be available starting in late August!
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| Official Website | Bandai Official Website Product Page |
|---|---|
| Release Date | Late August 2026 |
| Price | 300 yen each (tax included) *Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price |
| Lineup | 6 varieties total Shin-chan A / Shin-chan B / Himawari / Shiro / Mr. Wani-yama / Buriburi Zaemon |
| Specifications | Size: Approx. 5 cm / 1 figure per capsule Includes a clasp, pine-needle string, and tag |
| Recommended Age | 15 years and older |
Frequently Asked Questions About “Swaying Face Mini Charms”
When and where will they go on sale?
They will go on sale at capsule vending machines nationwide starting in late August 2026.
The specific release date has not been announced, and availability may vary by region and store.
How much does it cost?
300 yen each (tax included).
Each capsule contains one charm.
Which characters are featured?
There are 6 types in total: Shin-chan A, Shin-chan B, Himawari, Shiro, Mr. Wani-yama, and Buriburi Zaemon.
Shinnosuke is the only character available in two varieties, differing only in the design of the hanging strip.
What is the design like?
The character’s face forms the body of the wind chime, with an illustrated hanging strip suspended below it.
Each bell measures approximately 5 cm and comes with a lobster clasp and a pine-needle cord, allowing it to be attached to a bag or pouch.
Can you choose the contents?
No, you cannot.
Since these are sold in capsule vending machines, you won’t know which character you’ll get until you open the capsule. Due to the nature of vending machines, the same item may be dispensed multiple times in a row.
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