A collaboration between the manga *Mao no Ichi*, serialized in *Weekly Shonen Jump* by Osamu Nishi (original story) and Shiro Usazaki (art), and Animate Cafe will take place at Animate Cafe Stand Hareza Ikebukuro starting November 6, 2026.
The event will feature merchandise showcasing original mini-character illustrations exclusive to Animate, as well as drinks and parfaits inspired by the characters.
・The event runs from November 6 to November 29, 2026, at Animate Cafe Stand Hareza Ikebukuro
・From November 6 to 8, entry is by lottery reservation; after that, entry is on a first-come, first-served basis
・Drinks are 900 yen each, and parfaits are 1,200 yen (tax included); the drink menu will change between the first and second halves of the event
・You’ll receive a coaster (10 varieties total) with each menu item purchased, and merchandise featuring newly drawn mini-character illustrations will also be on sale
“Mao no Ichi” × Animate Cafe Stand at Hareza Ikebukuro Event Overview
This collaboration with Animate Cafe celebrates the second anniversary of the manga “Mao no Ichi,” serialized in “Weekly Shonen Jump” by Osamu Nishi (original story) and Shiro Usazaki (art).
Ten mini-characters—including Ichi and the Deskaras, depicted in a café staff style and drawn exclusively for Animate—will appear on the menu and merchandise.
© Osamu Nishi & Shiro Usazaki / Shueisha
| Event Name | Mao no Ichi × Animate Cafe |
|---|---|
| Event Dates | November 6–29, 2026 |
| Venue | Animate Cafe Stand Hareza Ikebukuro |
| How to Visit | November 6–November 8: Reservation by lottery (online registration) Other dates: Walk-in |
| Reservations | Animate Cafe Reservation Site |
| Official Website | Animate Cafe Special Page |
| Official X | “Ichi the Witch” Official (@Ichi_the_Witch) |
*Terms of use are subject to change without notice
©Osamu Nishi, Shiro Usazaki / Shueisha
Animate stores will also be hosting a pop-up fair to celebrate the 2nd anniversary of the “Majo no Ichi” serialization during the same period.
The announcement regarding the café and pop-up event was also featured in our site’s article on the 2nd-anniversary café & pop-up .
“Mao no Ichi” × Animate Café Stand Hareza Ikebukuro Menu
The menu consists of a total of 11 items: one permanent parfait and two types of drinks, plus four drink options each for the first and second halves of the event.
Drinks are served in paper or plastic cups, and for every menu item ordered, you’ll receive a coaster (10 designs total).
©Osamu Nishi, Shiro Usazaki / Shueisha
| Natalie’s Star-Shaped Candy Parfait | 1,200 yen (tax included) |
|---|---|
| Ichi’s “Gifts of Nature” Soda | 900 yen (tax included) |
| Descaras’ “Shoot Down” Ginger Ale | 900 yen (tax included) |
| Kumugi’s “Multi-Brush”! Grape Mint Drink | 900 yen (tax included) |
|---|---|
| Gokuraku’s “Anti-Magic” Mirror Stone Lychee Drink | 900 yen (tax included) |
| Jikishirone’s Whimsical Prophecy Pastel Drink | 900 yen (tax included)/Comes with a “Prophecy-chan” card |
| Tokisou and Minerva’s Mutual Love Strawberry Milk | 900 yen (tax included)/Hot |
| “Anti-World Magic” “Transformation and Extinction” Brown Sugar Milk | 900 yen (tax included) |
|---|---|
| “King’s Magic” Urolo’s Butterfly Pea Tea | 900 yen (tax included) |
| A Cup from the Coffin: Rosehip Peach Tea | 900 yen (tax included)/Hot |
| Your Best Friend! Iku’s Salty Lychee Drink | 900 yen (tax included) |
Special Gift with Menu Order: Coaster
©Osamu Nishi, Shiro Usazaki / Shueisha
*One coaster per menu item ordered. You cannot choose the design.
*Image is for illustrative purposes only.
“Mao no Ichi” × Animate Cafe Stand Hareza Ikebukuro Merchandise
In addition to mini acrylic stands and pin badges featuring newly drawn mini-character illustrations, drawstring pouches featuring a silhouette of Urolo will also be available for purchase.
©Osamu Nishi, Shiro Usazaki / Shueisha
| Mini Acrylic Stands (10 varieties total) | 900 yen each (tax included) |
|---|---|
| Trading Glitter Pin Badges (10 varieties total) | 650 yen (tax included) |
| Urolo Drawstring Pouch | 1,500 yen (tax included) |
| [Set of 2] Trading Stickers (10 varieties total) | 750 yen (tax included)/Set of original mini-character and comic panel stickers |
| Trading Foil-Stamped Cards (10 varieties total) | 450 yen (tax included) |
*Purchase limits may apply depending on circumstances
*Sales of some items may end without prior notice
*Trading items may include duplicate designs
Mao no Ichi × Animate Cafe Stand Hareza Ikebukuro and Pop-Up Fair Joint Campaign
Starting November 14, a campaign will be held in conjunction with the “Mao no Ichi” 2nd Anniversary Pop-Up Fair at Animate stores.
If you purchase eligible items at both locations and show your receipts, you will receive one bonus coaster (10 varieties total).
©Osamu Nishi, Shiro Usazaki / Shueisha
| Period | November 14–29, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Participating Locations | Animate Cafe Stand Hareza Ikebukuro |
| How to Participate | 1. Purchase eligible items from the pop-up fair at an Animate store 2. Purchase eligible merchandise and menu items totaling 2,000 yen (tax included) or more at Animate Cafe 3. Present the receipt from step 1 at the cafe register |
| Reward | 1 coaster (10 designs total; design cannot be selected) |
Frequently Asked Questions about “Mao no Ichi” × Animate Cafe Stand Hareza Ikebukuro
How long will the “Mao no Ichi” Animate Cafe be open?
November 6–29, 2026. It will be held at Animate Cafe Stand Hareza Ikebukuro.
Is a reservation required?
From November 6 to 8, reservations are accepted via an online lottery system; on all other dates, walk-ins are welcome.
What are the perks for ordering from the menu?
For every menu item ordered, you’ll receive one coaster (10 varieties total). You cannot choose the design.
Is there a joint campaign with the pop-up fair?
From November 14 to 29, if you purchase eligible items at an Animate store as part of the “Mao no Ichi” 2nd Anniversary Pop-Up Fair and then make a total purchase of 2,000 yen (tax included) or more of eligible items at Animate Cafe and show your receipt, you’ll receive one bonus coaster.
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*Please note that the information in this article may be outdated, so please check the official website for the latest details.
© Osamu Nishi, Shiro Usazaki / Shueisha
