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Gakumasu Steampunk POP UP in 5 Cities Starts December 24!

A pop-up store featuring new steampunk-themed merchandise from “Gakuen Idolmaster”—the “Gakuen Idolmaster Pop-Up Store 2026 ~Gearbeat Concerto~”—is now open!

From December 24, 2026, through January 11, 2027, merchandise featuring original illustrations of the 13 idols dressed in intricate and elegant retro-style outfits will be on sale at all Idolmaster Official Shops (excluding 315!!!SHOP).

Key Points of This Article

・The Japanese event will be held from December 24, 2026, to January 11, 2027, at five The Idolmaster Official Shops
・13 idols in retro-style outfits inspired by the steampunk theme will appear in original illustrations
・A total of 12 items will be on sale, including acrylic stands, plush toys, and character fine art prints
・For every 3,000 yen (tax included) spent, customers will receive one bonus “ticket-style” card (13 varieties total; distributed randomly)
・Online pre-orders will begin on November 10 at ASOBI STORE and other locations
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Details on the “Gakuen Idol Master” Pop-Up Store 2026 ~Gearbeat Concerto~

A new line of “Gakuen Idol Master” merchandise with a “steampunk” theme has been announced, and a pop-up store will be held to sell these items.

The merchandise features original illustrations of the 13 idols dressed in intricate and elegant retro-style outfits. Since the general release of the merchandise is scheduled for March 26, 2027, the pop-up store will offer a chance to purchase items ahead of the official launch.

Additionally, a simultaneous event will be held at New World City in Shanghai, China, through January 3, 2027.

© Toshiyuki Kubooka THE IDOLM@STER® & © Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.

Merchandise Lineup

The idols featured are Saki Hanami, Temari Tsukimura, Kotone Fujita, Tsubame Amaya, Mao Arimura, Lilia Katsuragi, Chika Kuramoto, Seika Shion, Hiroshi Shinozawa, Seina Juou, Misuzu Hatanoya, Yume Hanami, and Rina Himezaki—a total of 13 idols.

There is a wide variety of items to choose from for each idol, including acrylic stands, acrylic straps, chibi-style PU leather straps, and plush toys. Trading goods include brooch-style pin badges and a collection of cards featuring PET cards and hologram cards!

Theme-based items will also be available, such as keychains modeled after pocket watches, PU card cases that come with bonus photo cards, long-sleeve T-shirts in M, L, and XL sizes, and framed Character Fine Graphs.

© Toshiyuki Kubooka THE IDOLM@STER® & © Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
© Toshiyuki Kubooka THE IDOLM@STER® & © Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
Product Lineup
Product Name Price (Tax Included) Pop-Up Store Purchase Limit
Official Trading Brooch-Style Pin Badges (13 varieties total) Single item: 1,100 yen
Set: 14,300 yen
3 sets or 39 individual items
Official Trading Collection Cards (13 PET Card Varieties, 13 Hologram Card Varieties) Individual: 600 yen
Set: 15,600 yen
3 sets or 78 individual items
Official Acrylic Stands (13 varieties total) 2,500 yen each 3 pieces each
Official Acrylic Straps (13 varieties total) 1,100 yen each 3 pieces each
Official Acrylic Panels (A, B, C) 4,000 yen each 3 pieces each
Official Scarves 2,000 yen 3 items
Official Pocket Watch-Style Keychains 6,800 yen 3 items each
Official Chibi-Style PU Leather Straps (13 varieties total) 1,300 yen each 3 pieces each
Official PU Card Case (includes bonus photo card) 1,870 yen 3 items
Official Long-Sleeve T-Shirt (M, L, XL) 6,800 yen 3 items total across all sizes
Official Character Fine Art Print 19,800 yen 1 item
Official Plush Toys (13 varieties total) 3,600 yen each 3 items each

Purchase Bonus: Bonus Ticket-Style Card

At ASOBI STORE and the pop-up stores, customers will receive a “Bonus Ticket-Style Card” (13 varieties total, distributed randomly) as a purchase bonus. At the pop-up stores (Japan locations), customers will receive one card for every 3,000 yen (tax included) spent.

At ASOBI STORE, these cards are included only with select eligible items. Please check each product page for eligible items. Designs cannot be chosen, and distribution will end once supplies run out.

© Toshiyuki Kubooka THE IDOLM@STER® & © Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
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Purchase Limits at Pop-Up Stores

At the Japanese venue, a purchase limit of “up to 3 items per product per transaction” applies to all merchandise. For products available in multiple sizes, the total number of items across all sizes is limited to 3; for trading goods, the limit is 3 boxes or 3 units per type; and for official character fine-art prints, the limit is 1 item.

Pre-orders and Admission

Pre-orders for merchandise sold at the pop-up store will begin on November 10, 2026, via ASOBI STORE and other platforms. The release date is scheduled for March 26, 2027, and details regarding pre-orders will be announced by the official channels at a later date.

During the pop-up store’s operating period, queues may form, and entry restrictions may be enforced via the web or app. Operational updates will be posted on The Idolmaster Official Shop’s official X account, so please check there before visiting.

Pre-orders Begin November 10, 2026
Registration Locations ASOBI STORE and others
Release Date Scheduled for March 26, 2027
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“Gakuen Idolmaster” Pop-Up Store 2026 ~Gearbeat Concerto~ opens December 24!

© Toshiyuki Kubooka THE IDOLM@STER® & © Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
“Gakuen Idolmaster” Pop-Up Store 2026 ~Gearbeat Concerto~ Event Overview
Event Dates December 24, 2026 – January 11, 2027
Venue The Idolmaster Official Shop
[Miyagi/Sendai] Sendai Store
[Tokyo/Akihabara] Atre Akihabara Store
[Aichi/Nagoya] Nagoya Ekimae Store
[Osaka/Nipponbashi] Osaka Nipponbashi Store
[Fukuoka/Hakata] Hakata Bus Terminal Store
Official Website The Idolmaster Official Shop Announcement Page
Official X @ImasShop_bnam

“Gakuen Idolmaster” Pop-Up Store 2026 ~Gearbeat Concerto~ Frequently Asked Questions

When is the event held?

The Japanese venues will be open from December 24, 2026, to January 11, 2027.

Where are the Japanese venues?

The event will be held at five The Idolmaster Official Shop locations: Sendai, Atre Akihabara, Nagoya Ekimae, Osaka Nipponbashi, and Hakata Bus Terminal. It will not be held at 315!!!SHOP.

What are the purchase bonuses?

At the pop-up stores (Japan venues), for every 3,000 yen (tax included) spent, you’ll receive one bonus ticket-style card (13 varieties total; distributed randomly). At ASOBI STORE, these cards are included only with select eligible products.

Can I purchase these online?

Online pre-orders will begin on November 10, 2026, at ASOBI STORE and other retailers. The release date is scheduled for March 26, 2027.

Are there any purchase limits?

At venues in Japan, purchases are limited to “3 items per product per transaction.” For trading goods, the limit is 3 boxes or 3 of each type; for official character fine-art prints, the limit is 1 item.

Please check the official website for details.
*Please note that the information in these articles may be outdated; we ask that you check the official website for the latest details.

© Toshiyuki Kubooka THE IDOLM@STER® & © Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.

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