“Nintama Rantarō” Animate Fair Starts Nationwide on October 3!

The Animate Fair for the anime “Nintama Rantarō,” based on the original work by Sōbei Amago, is here! “~Trip or Sweet~”

Running from October 3 to October 18, 2026, at Animate stores nationwide, the event will feature pre-sales of merchandise featuring newly drawn illustrations based on a “Halloween” theme, as well as in-store purchase campaigns.

Details of the “Nintama Rantarō” Animate Fair ~The ‘Trip or Sweet’ Chapter~

The “Nintama Rantarō” Animate Fair “~Trip or Sweet Chapter~,” based on the anime series created by Sohei Amago, will be held at Animate stores nationwide from October 3 to October 18, 2026.

During this fair, a wide range of new products featuring newly drawn illustrations based on a “Halloween” theme will be available for pre-release purchase, and special fair bonuses will also be offered.

©Sōbei Amako/NHK・NEP

In-Store Purchase Campaign Bonus: “Film-Style Illustration Card”

During the campaign period, for every 1,100 yen (tax included) spent on “Nintama Rantaro” character goods at Animate stores nationwide (excluding Animate Online), customers will receive one “film-style illustration card” (9 varieties total) as an in-store purchase campaign bonus. This offer also applies to items pre-ordered at a store and picked up during the campaign period.

©Sōbei Amako/NHK・NEP

You cannot choose the design of the bonus item, and the offer ends when supplies run out.
Some items, such as Kumameito merchandise and certain TCG products, are not eligible for the fair bonus; please check the official website for details.

The online pre-order campaign has ended

Animate Online held an online pre-order campaign from July 13 to July 26, 2026, offering a “postcard (10 varieties total)” as a gift for every 1,100 yen (tax included) spent on eligible pre-order items.
The campaign is now closed.

©Sōbei Amako/NHK・NEP

Animate-Exclusive “Trading Glitter Pin Badges” Are Here!

The “Exclusive Illustration: Trip or Sweet Stage Ver. Trading Glitter Pin Badges,” available exclusively at Animate, come in a total of 9 designs featuring a sparkling glitter finish.

Additionally, the e-commerce site “AMNIBUS,” where pre-orders are scheduled to begin on October 3, will sell the trading pin badges (all 9 varieties) without the glitter finish.

©Sōbei Amako/NHK・NEP

The box purchase bonus is a “75mm Glitter Pin”

Purchase one box of the Animate-exclusive trading glitter pin badges, and you’ll receive an “Exclusive Group ‘Trip or Sweet’ Stage Ver. 75mm Glitter Pin Badge” on a first-come, first-served basis. You can collect all 9 varieties with just one box, provided the box remains unopened.

©Sōbei Amako/NHK・NEP

List of Pre-release Fair Merchandise

At the fair, trading goods, acrylic stands, posters, and other items featuring the newly drawn illustration “Trip or Sweet: Stage Version” will be available for pre-sale. Also making its debut are die-cut stickers featuring the newly drawn “Let’s Do Business Together Version”!

Since these trading items are sold randomly, you cannot choose specific designs; you can only complete the full set with one box if it remains unopened. Please check with your local Animate store regarding purchase limits and availability.

Trading Bromides & Trading Illustration Cards

Both the “Trading Bromides” and “Trading Illustration Cards” come in sets of 10 varieties and are easy-to-purchase items. The bromides measure approximately 12.7 × 8.9 cm, while the illustration cards measure approximately 86 × 50 mm.

©Sohei Amako/NHK・NEP

©Sōbei Amako/NHK・NEP

Trading Clear Die-Cut Stickers & Trading Acrylic Cards

Translucent “Trading Clear Die-Cut Stickers” and “Trading Acrylic Cards” perfect for collecting are now available! Both sets feature a random selection of all 9 varieties.

©Sōbei Amako/NHK・NEP

©Sōbei Amako/NHK・NEP

BIG Acrylic Stand with Parts, 100mm Pin Badge, A3 Matte-Finish Poster

New items are now available for purchase with your choice of artwork: “BIG Acrylic Stand with Accessories,” “100mm Pin Badge,” and “A3 Matte-Finish Poster”! The 100mm pin badge is a large size with a diameter of approximately 10 cm, allowing you to fully enjoy the illustration.

©Sōbei Amako/NHK・NEP

©Sōbei Amako/NHK・NEP

©Sōbei Amako/NHK・NEP

Exclusive “Let’s Do Business Together Ver.” Trading Die-Cut Stickers

In addition to the Halloween exclusive artwork, trading die-cut stickers featuring the “Let’s Do Business Together” version will also be available for pre-sale. Version A features a lineup of 8 varieties, while Version B features 7!

© Sohei Amako/NHK・NEP

©Sōbei Amago/NHK・NEP

Pre-sale items are scheduled to be available on the “AMNIBUS” e-commerce site starting October 3.
Please check the official website for details, as some items may not be available for order at a later date.

The “Nintama Rantarō” Animate Fair ~The ‘Trip or Sweet’ Episode~ begins on October 3!

© Soubei Amako/NHK・NEP

Frequently Asked Questions for the “Nintama Rantarō” Animate Fair ~The ‘Trip or Sweet’ Episode~

When and where will the event be held?

It will be held from October 3 to October 18, 2026, at Animate stores nationwide (excluding Animate Online Store) nationwide.

What are the benefits of the in-store purchase campaign?

During the event period, for every 1,100 yen (tax included) spent on “Nintama Rantarō”-related character merchandise, you will receive one random “film-style illustration card” (9 types total). Animate Online Store purchases are not eligible, and the promotion will end once the bonus items are depleted.

Are there any bonuses for purchasing a box set?

If you purchase one box of the Animate-exclusive “Original Illustration: Trip or Sweet Stage Ver. Trading Glitter Pin Badge,” you’ll receive an “Original Illustration: Group Shot Trip or Sweet Stage Ver. 75mm Glitter Pin Badge” on a first-come, first-served basis.

Can I purchase this online?

The pre-order campaign for Animate’s online store ended on July 26, 2026. Early-release items are scheduled to be available on the “AMNIBUS” e-commerce site starting October 3.

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.

©Amago Soubei/NHK・NEP

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