The “Animate Fair in 2026” for the TV anime *Natsume’s Book of Friends*, based on the original manga by Yuki Midorikawa, is here!
The event will be held from Saturday, September 12, 2026, through Sunday, September 27, 2026, at Animate stores nationwide and on the Animate online store, featuring a wide range of new products with newly drawn illustrations based on the “exorcist” theme, available for pre-sale.
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・The event will take place at Animate stores nationwide and via the Animate online store
・A wide range of new products featuring newly drawn illustrations based on the “Exorcist” concept will be available for pre-sale
・For every 1,100 yen (tax included) spent on related character merchandise, customers will receive a fair purchase bonus: “Postcards (6 varieties total)”
・Purchase one box of trading pin badges to receive Animate-exclusive and AMNIBUS-exclusive box purchase bonuses
Details of the “TV Anime ‘Natsume’s Book of Friends’ Animate Fair in 2026” Details
Starting Saturday, September 12, 2026, the “TV Anime ‘Natsume’s Book of Friends’ Animate Fair in 2026” will be held at Animate stores nationwide and on the Animate Online Store.
During this fair, in addition to the advance sale of numerous new products featuring newly drawn illustrations based on the “Exorcist” concept from the TV anime “Natsume’s Book of Friends,” special fair bonuses will also be available.
Pre-orders began on Thursday, June 18, at Animate stores nationwide and via Animate Online Store.
Fair Purchase Bonuses “Postcards (6 Varieties Total)”
During the event period from Saturday, September 12, 2026, to Sunday, September 27, 2026, for every 1,100 yen (tax included) at Animate stores or through the Animate Online Store, you will receive one “Postcard (6 varieties total)” as a fair purchase bonus. This offer also applies if you pick up pre-ordered items at a store during the fair period.
*You cannot choose the design of the bonus item.
*The bonus offer will end once supplies run out.
*All prices listed for this promotion include tax.
*Certain products, such as Kumamate merchandise and select TCGs, are excluded from this promotion.
*Resale of promotional items is prohibited.
Box Purchase Bonus
Customers who purchase 1 BOX of the “Original Illustration: Exorcist Ver. Trading Tin Badge” will receive a BOX Purchase Bonus on a first-come, first-served basis. Different designs are available at Animate and AMNIBUS, respectively.
Animate Exclusive Bonus
The “Exclusive Illustration: Takashi Natsume & Nyanko-sensei—Exorcist Ver. Pin Badge (Animate Exclusive Bonus)” is included with the purchase of one box of the “Exclusive Illustration: Exorcist Ver. Trading Pin Badges.”
AMNIBUS Exclusive Bonus
The e-commerce site “AMNIBUS,” where pre-orders are scheduled to begin on Saturday, September 12, will offer the “Exclusive AMNIBUS Bonus: Newly Drawn Nyanko-sensei ‘Exorcist’ Ver. Pin Badge” . This item will also be included with the purchase of one box of the “Exclusive Illustration: Exorcist Ver. Trading Pin Badges.”
*Image is for illustrative purposes only. Actual bonus items may differ.
*Bonus items are subject to change without notice.
*Bonus items will be available while supplies last.
Pre-release merchandise for the “TV Anime ‘Natsume’s Book of Friends’ Animate Fair in 2026”
This fair will feature a wide range of new merchandise, featuring brand-new, original illustrations based on the “Exorcist” concept, available for pre-sale. Pre-sale items are also scheduled to be available on the “AMNIBUS” e-commerce site starting Saturday, September 12.
Exclusively Drawn “Exorcist” Ver. Trading Goods
Trading goods featuring original illustrations by Takashi Natsume and Nyanko-sensei are here! Five items are available—pin badges, illustration cards, acrylic cards, clear die-cut stickers, and acrylic stands—and you can collect the entire set with just one box, provided the box remains unopened.
| Product Name | Single Item | BOX | Varieties |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trading Pin Badges | 495 yen | 5,940 yen | 12 varieties total |
| Trading Illustration Cards | 275 yen | 3,575 yen | 13 varieties total |
| Trading Acrylic Cards | 715 yen | 8,580 yen | 12 varieties total |
| Collectible Clear Die-Cut Stickers | 550 yen | 6, 600 yen | 12 varieties total |
| Trading Acrylic Stands | 880 yen | 10,560 yen | 12 varieties total |
*All prices include tax.
*The trading pin badges are approximately 56 mm in diameter.
*Designs are randomly selected; you cannot choose specific designs.
Newly Illustrated “Exorcist” Ver. Acrylic Stands & Acrylic Keychains
Acrylic stands and acrylic keychains, available in different sizes, will also be available for pre-sale. Nyanko-sensei’s “BIG Acrylic Stand” is 1,320 yen (tax included), while the “BIG Acrylic Stands” for each character are 1,980 yen (tax included) each , and the even larger “Extra-Large Acrylic Stands” will be available for 3,300 yen each (tax included)!
| Product Name | Price |
|---|---|
| Nyanko-sensei BIG Acrylic Stand | 1,320 yen |
| BIG Acrylic Stand | 1,980 yen each |
| Extra-Large Acrylic Stand | 3,300 yen each |
| BIG Acrylic Keychain | 1,100 yen each |
*All prices include tax.
Exclusive Illustration: Nyanko-sensei “Exorcist” Ver. Daily Necessities
Practical items featuring newly drawn illustrations of Nyanko-sensei are now available! The “1-Pocket Pass Case” is 2,178 yen (tax included), the “B8-Size Multi-Card Holder” is 1,320 yen (tax included), and the “Stick Mirror” is 1,430 yen (tax included), all available for pre-sale.
| Product Name | Price |
|---|---|
| 1-Pocket Pass Case | 2,178 yen |
| B8-Size Multi-Card Holder | 1,320 yen |
| Stick Mirror | 1,430 yen |
*All prices include tax.
Exclusive Illustration: Nyanko-sensei “A Day in the Life” Ver. Acrylic Frame Charm with Trading Parts
In addition to the “Exorcist Ver.”, a framed acrylic charm with trading parts featuring an original illustration of “Nyanko-sensei’s Day-to-Day Life Ver.” is also now available! Two versions—Ver. A and Ver. B—are available, each featuring a total of 6 designs. Individual pieces are 990 yen (tax included), and a box of 5,940 yen (tax included).
*All prices include tax.
*Since items are randomly selected, you cannot choose the design.
*You can collect the complete set with just one box, provided the box remains unopened.
*Images are for illustrative purposes only. Actual products may differ.
* Please contact your local Animate store regarding quantity limits and availability.
Inquiries Regarding Defective Products
If you find a clear defect—such as damage, missing parts, or printing errors—in a product purchased during this event, please contact the store where you made the purchase or use theAMNIBUS Inquiry Form. Please note that inquiries regarding the event itself should be directed to the respective stores.
“TV Anime ‘Natsume’s Book of Friends’ Animate Fair in 2026” X Campaign
To commemorate this fair, a “Follow & Repost” campaign is currently underway. By reposting the designated post and following the official AMNIBUS account, one person will be selected at random to receive a complete set of the fair’s purchase bonus “Postcards (6 types total).”
| Campaign End Date | September 27, 2026 (Sun) |
|---|---|
| Prize Details | Complete Set of “Postcards (6 Varieties Total)”—Fair Purchase Bonus |
| How to Enter | Follow the “AMNIBUS Official X Account” + Repost the event-eligible post |
*An X account is required to enter the campaign. If your account is set to private, suspended, or deleted at the time of the drawing, or if you have unfollowed this account, you will be ineligible for the drawing.
* Entries are limited to one account per person.
* Winners will be contacted via X Direct Message.
* Entries and shipping are limited to within Japan.
The “TV Anime ‘Natsume’s Book of Friends’ Animate Fair in 2026” starts on September 12!
| Event Dates | September 12, 2026 (Sat) – September 27, 2026 (Sun) |
|---|---|
| Venue | Animate stores nationwide and Animate Online Store |
| Fair Bonus | Receive one “postcard (6 varieties total)” with every 1,100 yen (tax included) spent on related character merchandise |
| Pre-orders | Thursday, June 18, 2026 at Animate stores nationwide and via Animate Online Store |
| Official Website | AMNIBUS Special Site |
| Animate Online Store | Animate Online Store Fair Special Page |
Frequently Asked Questions about the “TV Anime ‘Natsume’s Book of Friends’ Animate Fair in 2026”
How long does the event run?
It runs from Saturday, September 12, 2026, through Sunday, September 27, 2026.
Where is the event held?
It is held at Animate stores nationwide and on the Animate Online Store.
How do I receive the fair purchase bonus?
During the event period, for every 1,100 yen (tax included) spent on TV Anime “Natsume’s Book of Friends” character merchandise at Animate stores nationwide or via Animate Online Store, you will receive one “Postcard (6 varieties total)” as a fair purchase bonus. Designs cannot be selected, and the offer ends when supplies run out. Additionally, Kumamite-related products and certain TCG items are not eligible for this bonus.
Which products qualify for the box purchase bonus?
The “Exclusive Illustration: Exorcist Ver. Trading Tin Badge” is awarded for every box . At Animate, you’ll receive the “Exclusive Animate Bonus: Original Illustration Takashi Natsume & Nyanko-sensei ‘Exorcist’ Ver. Pin Badge,” and at AMNIBUS, you’ll receive the “Exclusive AMNIBUS Bonus: Original Illustration Nyanko-sensei ‘Exorcist’ Ver. Pin—AMNIBUS Exclusive Bonus.”
Can I purchase pre-release merchandise at a later date?
Pre-release merchandise is scheduled to be available on the “AMNIBUS” e-commerce site starting Saturday, September 12. However, orders for some items may not be accepted at a later date.
Can I pre-order these items?
Pre-orders began on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at Animate stores nationwide and through the Animate online store.
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