Full Moon Coffee Shop’s “Star Reading” Pop-Up Store Opens Nationwide Starting October 1!

To celebrate the release of the new volume of *Star Reading at the Full Moon Coffee Shop* by Mai Mochizuki and Chihiro Sakurada, the “Star Reading at the Full Moon Coffee Shop POP-UP STORE” is here!

Starting October 1, 2026, at the Maruzen Kyoto Main Store, original collaboration merchandise will go on sale at 23 Maruzen Junkudo Bookstore locations nationwide. Additionally, two venues in Kyoto and Tokyo will host exhibitions of reproduction original artwork, book signings, and a collaboration café.

Details of the “Full Moon Coffee Shop’s Star Reading POP UP STORE”

“Full Moon Coffee Shop’s Star Reading” is a popular series set in a trailer café that appears on a whim on full moon nights. To commemorate the release of the new volume, Maruzen Junkudo Bookstore is hosting a special exhibition “Full Moon Coffee Shop: Star Reading POP-UP STORE” is being held to celebrate the release of the new volume.

The event will take place at 23 locations nationwide: two main venues—Maruzen Kyoto Main Store and magmabooks (Toranomon, Tokyo)—which will host exhibitions and book signings, plus 21 additional stores exclusively selling merchandise. Centered around the sale of original collaboration merchandise, some stores will host exhibitions of reproduced original artwork and panel displays, while the Kyoto venue will also feature a collaboration café and book signings.

The merchandise designs were created with the full cooperation of Chihiro Sakurada, the illustrator for the series. The theme is “Book & Cafe,” featuring a selection of items designed to enhance your reading experience.

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Original collaboration merchandise themed around “Book & Cafe”

A wide variety of items are available to bring the world of the series closer to you, including reproductions of original artwork, stationery such as sticker sets, clear file folders, letter sets, and ballpoint pens, as well as teaspoons, rubber keychains, and mugs!

In addition, there are items designed to be savored, such as coffee drip bags inspired by the world of the Full Moon Coffee Shop and amber sugar that evokes a starry sky. Purchasing a set that includes a teaspoon, a mug, a coffee drip bag, and some amber sugar is highly recommended.

The items for which prices have been officially announced are listed below.

The “Star Reader Postcard Gift Set” features a unique design that combines the cover art from Volumes 1–7 with menu illustrations carefully selected by Chihiro Sakurada. The “Star Reader Welcome Clear File” features a collaboration key visual drawn exclusively for this project.

The “Star Reader Break Time Mug” is designed so you can enjoy both of the Full Moon Coffee Shop’s logos on the front and back, and together with the “Star Reader Teaspoon”—intended for use as a set—it creates a [Book & Cafe] . The “Star Reader Blend Bag ‘BLEND TONIGHT’” is a nighttime blend designed by the roaster to be enjoyed during relaxing evenings or before bed; all three package designs contain the same blend.

Replica original artworks are made entirely to order. Featuring illustrations personally selected by Chihiro Sakurada herself—including menu art, paperback cover art, and project key visuals—these pieces are framed in a compact size that’s easy to display in your room.

Reproduction Artwork and Panel Exhibitions to Be Held at Two Venues in Kyoto and Tokyo

In addition to merchandise sales, exhibition events will be held at Maruzen Kyoto Main Store and magmabooks.

Starting October 1, 2026, Maruzen Kyoto Main Store will host a reproduction art exhibition alongside an advance sale of original merchandise. The venue will be the POP UP space on the B1 floor of Kyoto BAL.

At magmabooks (Toranomon, Tokyo), a reproduction original artwork exhibition and illustration panel exhibition will be held from November 6 to November 23, 2026, alongside merchandise sales. The venue is on the 2nd and 3 at Toranomon Hills Glass Rock. Hours of operation will be 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. (11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Sundays and holidays).

The 21 stores nationwide carrying merchandise only will will be open from October 6 to November 8, 2026. Online merchandise sales will begin at the Maruzen Junkudo Bookstore Online Store at 12:00 PM on October 1, 2026.

Collaboration Café “MARUZEN café Kyoto”

MARUZEN café Kyoto, located inside the Maruzen Kyoto Main Store, is hosting a collaboration café to commemorate the opening of a pop-up store. The event runs from October 1 to November 1, 2026, and operating hours will be 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (last order at 7:30 p.m.).

It will be a space where you can enjoy a special menu available only here while holding a book in your hand. Details of the menu will be released on the official website in due course.

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Receive a free copy of “Full Moon Newsletter Vol. 8” with the purchase of any one of the three new books

At participating POP UP STORE locations, the latest issue of the zine “Full Moon Newsletter” by Chihiro Sakurada (Full Moon Newsletter Vol. 8: POP UP Commemorative Issue) will be distributed as a bonus with the purchase of a book.

To receive this gift, purchase any one of the following: *Star Reading at the Full Moon Coffee Shop: A Christmas Carol of the Star Cats*, *Star Reading at the Full Moon Coffee Shop Vol. 1 (Manga Adaptation)”, or “Star Reading at Full Moon Coffee Shop: Special Edition—Magical Words That Make Life Sparkle.” One copy will be given per transaction. Please note that purchases made through the online store do not include this bonus item.

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Signing Event with Mai Mochizuki, Chihiro Sakurada, and Ryo Masaki

To celebrate the release of new books and original merchandise, a signing event featuring Mai Mochizuki, Chihiro Sakurada, and Ryo Masaki will be held at two venues in Kyoto and Tokyo.

The Kyoto event will be held on October 11, 2026, in the open space next to the escalator on the B2 level of Maruzen Kyoto Main Store. The Tokyo event will be held on November 15, 2026, in the event space on the 3rd floor of magmabooks. Capacity is limited to the first 100 attendees at each venue.

Reservations for the Kyoto event will be accepted starting at 11:00 AM on September 12, 2026, and for the Tokyo event starting at 2:00 PM on the same day, both in-store and by phone.

Numbered tickets will be distributed to those who purchase all three eligible books. The eligible books are *Star Reading at Full Moon Coffee Shop: A Christmas Carol of the Star Cats*, *Star Reading at Full Moon Coffee Shop Vol. 1 (Manga Adaptation)*, *Star Reading at the Full Moon Coffee Shop: Special Edition—Magical Words That Make Life Sparkle*, one copy of each—for a total of three books. The books must be purchased at the store where the reservation was made; books purchased at other stores will not be accepted. You must keep the receipt from your purchase until the day of the event.

On the day of the event, admission will be on a first-come, first-served basis within each reserved session, rather than by reservation number or ticket number. You must bring all three eligible books you have purchased; if you forget any, you will need to purchase them again. Recording and video recording, or photography inside the venue is prohibited unless expressly permitted by the organizer. Gifts for the authors will be accepted in the gift box set up on the day of the event.

Three New Titles in the “Full Moon Coffee Shop’s Star Reading” Series

The new releases commemorated by this event are Volume 8 of the original series, Volume 1 of the manga adaptation, and the series’ first collection of memorable quotes. All three will be published by Bungeishunju.

21 Stores Nationwide Carrying Merchandise Only

The following 21 stores will carry merchandise only during the event period from October 6 to November 8, 2026. Please check each store’s details for business hours.

Please note that the Junku Bookstore Emiterasu Tokorozawa Branch and the Junku Bookstore Kintetsu Abeno Harukas Branch do not carry the “Kohaku-tou: Messages from the Stars ~Star Reading at the Full Moon Coffee Shop~” and the “Star-Reading Blend Bag ‘BLEND TONIGHT’ (3 package designs total).” Additionally, *Kohakuto* will not be available for purchase through the online store.

Since these items are available in limited quantities, they will be sold out once supplies run out. Please check the official website and official X account for the latest information before visiting.

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The “Full Moon Coffee Shop’s Star Reading POP UP STORE” opens on October 1!

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Frequently Asked Questions about the “Mangetsu Coffee Shop Star Reading POP-UP STORE”

When and where will the POP-UP STORE be held?

At Maruzen Kyoto Main Store from October 1 to November 1, 2026, and at magmabooks (Toranomon, Tokyo) from November 6 to November 23, 2026. The event will run from October 6 to November 8, 2026, at 21 stores nationwide carrying merchandise only, for a total of 23 locations nationwide.

Can merchandise be purchased online?

Sales will begin at 12:00 PM on October 1, 2026, on the Maruzen Junkudo Bookstore Online Store. However, *Kohaku-tou: Messages from the Stars ~Star Reading at the Full Moon Coffee Shop~* will not be available for online purchase, and purchases made through the online store will not include the book purchase bonus.

Where will the collaboration café be held?

It will be held at MARUZEN café Kyoto, located inside the Maruzen Kyoto Main Store, from October 1 to November 1, 2026. Business hours are 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (last order at 7:30 p.m.), and menu details will be announced on the official website as they become available.

What do I need to participate in the book signing?

You’ll need a reservation and a numbered ticket. Numbered tickets will be distributed to customers who purchase all three eligible books at the store where they made their reservation (Maruzen Kyoto Main Store or magmabooks).

Please check the official website for details.
*Please note that the information in this article may be out of date, so please check the official website for the latest details.

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