Takashimaya’s Christmas campaign, designed by popular artist Yuko Higuchi—known for her delicate and fantastical works centered on cats—is back again this year.

Limited-edition tote bags and chocolate tins featuring cats dressed as Santa Claus will be available starting November 11, 2026.

Overview of the Yuko Higuchi × Takashimaya “Christmas Campaign”

Takashimaya’s Christmas campaign, featuring the popular artist Yuko Higuchi—known for her delicate and fantastical works centered on cats—is returning this year. The theme is “Sparkling Joy and a Moment of Dreams.” Original merchandise featuring cats dressed as Santa Claus will be on sale, and gifts with purchase will be available.

Original Products from the Yuko Higuchi × Takashimaya “Christmas Campaign”

〈HIGUCHI YUKO × Takashimaya〉 Tote Bags

The tote bags, which were a hit last year, are back in two limited-edition designs for 2026. The “RED” version features an adorable cat facing forward, while the “PINK” version showcases the characters that adorned the windows at Nihonbashi Takashimaya last year.

〈HIGUCHI YUKO × Takashimaya〉Chocolate Assortment

This chocolate tin features a cat dressed as Santa Claus surrounded by roses. The sides are decorated with the faces of the two cats that also appear on the tote bag, and inside are four types of packaging supervised by Yuko Higuchi.

*The online store purchase page can only be accessed via the Takashimaya App
*Separate shipping fees apply. Gift wrapping and shipping are not available
*At the Yokohama and Kyoto stores, in-store sales of tote bags and chocolates will also be held on December 9 via online reservations (first-come, first-served basis). (Details will be announced on each store’s website starting November 18.)
*In-store purchases can only be made with a Takashimaya debit or credit card in the customer’s name.

Yuko Higuchi × Takashimaya “Christmas Campaign” Purchase Gift

Original Paper Ornaments

Takashimaya card members (debit cards, credit cards, Takashimaya Friends Club, Sugo-tsumi, and Takashimaya App) who spend 5,500 yen (tax included) or more in a single transaction at participating departments and brands will receive one original paper ornament on a first-come, first-served basis. The first round begins on November 11, and the second round begins on December 4; the designs will change.

Original Shopping Bag

Starting November 11, when you purchase items at participating departments and brands, your purchases will be placed in a Christmas-limited-edition shopping bag on a first-come, first-served basis.

*All items are available in limited quantities and will end when supplies run out

Frequently Asked Questions about the Yuko Higuchi × Takashimaya “Christmas Campaign”

When does the campaign start?

It will be held from November 11 to December 25, 2026, at all Takashimaya stores (excluding Yonago, Nagoya, and Iyotetsu).

How can I buy the tote bag?

It will be sold via a lottery exclusively for Takashimaya App members. The application period runs from November 11 to 15, and winners will be announced around November 24.

Where can I buy the chocolate?

Available exclusively to Takashimaya App members on a first-come, first-served basis at the Takashimaya Online Store starting at 10:00 AM on November 11.

What are the purchase gifts?

Takashimaya cardholders and app members who spend 5,500 yen (tax included) or more in a single transaction at participating departments will receive an original paper ornament on a first-come, first-served basis. The first round begins on November 11, and the second round begins on December 4.

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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