Collaboration items based on the TV anime “Natsume’s Book of Friends”—adapted from the manga by Yuki Midorikawa, currently serialized in *LaLa* (Hakusensha) and brimming with tenderness and poignancy—will go on sale at Shimamura stores nationwide starting September 9, 2026.

In addition to bags and accessories featuring Nyanko-sensei designs, the lineup will include apparel such as relaxed-fit pants with stickers.

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Natsume’s Book of Friends “Shimamura” Collaboration Item Sales Overview

The release of the collaboration items at Shimamura was announced on the official Natsume’s Book of Friends X account.

They will go on sale at Shimamura stores nationwide starting September 9, 2026, and at Shimamura Park (online store) starting at 3:00 PM on the same day.

*Stock availability varies by store
*No end date for sales has been announced

“Natsume’s Book of Friends” Bags and Accessories Lineup at Shimamura

There are 5 bag and accessory items.

The backpack and Boston bag with pouches each come with a face-shaped pouch featuring Nyanko-sensei, and the pass case and key charm with a retractable cord also feature face-shaped designs.

*Prices listed include both the base price and the price including tax
*Color names have not been announced

Natsume’s Book of Friends “Shimamura” Apparel Lineup

The apparel collection consists of 4 items, including 2 designs of women’s T-shirts.

The relaxed-fit pants come with a sticker and are available in two colors: black and white.

*Images are for illustrative purposes only and may differ from the actual product
*Stock availability varies by store

Frequently Asked Questions About the “Natsume’s Book of Friends” x “Shimamura” Collaboration Items

When will the collaboration items go on sale?

Starting September 9, 2026. They will be available at Shimamura Park (online store) will begin sales at 3:00 PM on the same day.

Where can I purchase them?

At Shimamura stores nationwide and on Shimamura Park (online store).

What items are available?

A total of 9 items: 5 bags and accessories, and 4 apparel items. The lineup includes a duffel bag with a pouch, a foldable tote, women’s T-shirts, and relaxed-fit pants.

What is the price range?

Prices range from 385 yen (tax included) for character socks to 3,289 yen (tax included) for a backpack with a pouch and a duffel bag with a pouch.

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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 details.

© Yuki Midorikawa, Hakusensha / “Natsume’s Book of Friends” Production Committee / © Yuki Midorikawa, Hakusensha / Natsume’s Book of Friends Project