Hetalia WS Cafe in Ikebukuro and Osaka: Collaboration Event Starts November 13!

Period: Nov 13, 2026〜Dec 13 2026/10/23 コラボカフェ編集部 (Sue)

A collaboration café titled “PASTEL POP PARFAIT,” a joint project between the anime “Hetalia World★Stars”—based on the original work by Hidekazu Himaruya featuring anthropomorphic characters representing various countries—and mixx garden, will be held at the Ikebukuro and Osaka Nipponbashi locations from November 13 to December 13, 2026. The event will feature newly illustrated chibi characters wearing pastel-colored visors and holding parfait spoons, and will operate on a reservation-only basis every day.

Junji Ito Maniac POP-UP SHOP at Tower Records Starts November 5!

Period: Nov 5, 2026〜Nov 15 2026/10/23 コラボカフェ編集部 (Ymura)

“Junji Ito’s ‘Maniac’ POP-UP SHOP at TOWER RECORDS” will be held starting November 5, 2026, at the Tower Records Sunshine City Alpa Branch, the Abeno Hoop Branch, and Tower Records Online! In addition to merchandise such as pin badges, acrylic stands, and T-shirts featuring panels and illustrations from the original manga, goods featuring newly drawn chibi character illustrations will be available for pre-sale. At the stores, customers will receive one of 10 different postcards with every 2,000 yen (tax included) spent.

Reborn! One-Hit Collection: Diner Waiter Outfit—On Sale October 24!

Period: Oct 24, 2026〜 2026/10/23 コラボカフェ編集部 (Sue)

The “Original Art: American Diner Ver. One-Hit Collection” for the TV anime “The Hitman Reborn!”—based on the manga by Akira Amano—will go on sale nationwide at hobby shops, bookstores, and other retailers starting October 24, 2026. We’ll introduce the 75mm pin badges—priced at 590 yen each (tax included)—featuring Tsunayoshi and Hibari dressed as red-and-white-striped diner staff, as well as the prize-winning oversized acrylic stand and the “Final Blow” prize.

Mochinyami Pop-Up Store in Abeno Opens October 30!

Period: Oct 30, 2026〜Nov 8 2026/10/23 コラボカフェ編集部 (Ymura)

The “Mochinyami POPUP STORE,” featuring the chubby cat character “Mochinyami” who’s trying her best to get along in the human world, will be held from October 30 to November 8, 2026, at SHIBUYA109 ABENO DISP!!! in Osaka ! Merchandise such as plush toys, body pillows, random figures, and puffy stickers will be on sale, and freebies—including original stickers for all visitors—will be available. From October 30 through November 1, admission will be by advance reservation only (first-come, first-served).

Higashi-Ribe × Juju Kalbi Foil-Stamped Cards: Available Starting October 29!

Period: Oct 29, 2026〜Nov 30 2026/10/23 コラボカフェ編集部 (Sue)

A collaboration campaign between the TV anime “Tokyo Revengers”—based on the wildly popular manga by Ken Wakui—and the all-you-can-eat yakiniku restaurant “Jūjū Kalbi” will be held at all locations from October 29 to November 30, 2026. Here’s a look at the X Campaign, where you can win foil-stamped original cards (7 varieties total), designer coupons, in-store posters, and B2-sized posters when you order eligible meal sets.

The “Idolmaster Cinderella Girls × Astromeda” Store Opens in Akihabara on October 24!

Period: Oct 24, 2026〜Nov 1 2026/10/23 コラボカフェ編集部 (Ymura)

A pop-up store selling collaboration merchandise between “The Idolmaster Cinderella Girls” and the gaming PC brand “Astromeda” will be held on the 6th floor of Animate Akihabara Building 2 from October 24 to November 1, 2026! The store will sell power banks and rubber mouse pads featuring a lineup of 15 idols, including Nana Abe, Rin Shibuya, Uzuki Shimamura, and Mio Honda.

Hyuga Natsu’s New Novel, “The Apothecary’s Musings: The Late Empress’s Treasure,” Goes on Sale December 9!

Period: Dec 9, 2026〜 2026/10/23 コラボカフェ編集部 (Riko)

*The Novel: The Apothecary’s Musings: The Late Empress’s Treasure*, a novelization of the movie plot written by Natsuki Hyuga—the original creator of *The Apothecary’s Musings*—will be released on December 9, 2026!

Yo-kai Watch Bag Charms: Namco Exclusive—Coming Soon Starting October 30!

Period: Oct 30, 2026〜 2026/10/22 コラボカフェ編集部 (Nagi)

The Namco-exclusive prize for the TV anime “Yōkai Watch♪”—a “plush toy you can attach to your bag”—will be available sequentially at Namco locations nationwide starting October 30. The lineup includes four characters: Jibanyan, Koma-san, Fuunyang, and USA Pyon—all exclusive prizes available only at Namco!

Hello Kitty Don Quijote Exclusive Set—On Sale October 31!

Period: Oct 31, 2026〜 2026/10/22 コラボカフェ編集部 (Nagi)

A new two-piece set made of velour and jersey fabric has been added to the Hello Kitty x “EGOIST” x “CECIL McBEE” Don Quijote-exclusive collaboration apparel line. The set, which comes with an original hanger, will go on sale sequentially at participating Don Quijote stores starting October 31!

“Seishun Buta Yarou” Series: “Memories by the Sea” Edition—Newly Illustrated Merchandise Coming in January!

Reservations are being accepted through November 8, 2026 2026/10/22 コラボカフェ編集部 (Aoi)

The “Memories by the Sea” version merchandise from *Seishun Buta Yarou* (“Aobuta”), which was initially sold in Shonan Fujisawa, will go on general sale in mid-January 2027!

Snoopy × Granberry Park Christmas Starts November 14!

Period: Nov 14, 2026〜Dec 5 2026/10/22 コラボカフェ編集部 (Sue)

The Christmas event “Grandberry Christmas: ‘Together This Holiday’” at Grandberry Park in Minami-Machida, featuring the wildly popular comic strip “PEANUTS” starring Snoopy and his friends, will be held from November 14 to December 25, 2026. We’ll introduce the approximately 8-meter-tall tree featuring Snoopy and his siblings, the distribution of paper hats during the tree-lighting ceremony, workshops at the Snoopy Museum, the SNOOPY ICE ARENA, and the museum’s “Happy Christmas” exhibition.

“Singre” Original Art Exhibition Starts December 19! Main Visual Revealed!

Period: Dec 19, 2026〜Jan 11 2026/10/22 コラボカフェ編集部 (Nagi)

The main visual for the “Uma Musume: Cinderella Gray” Original Art Exhibition, which opens in Ikebukuro on December 19, has been unveiled, featuring 13 Uma Musume characters illustrated exclusively by Taiyo Kusumi. Advance tickets will go on sale on Eplus starting at 6:00 PM on October 26, and tickets that come with a special replica ticket will also be available!

JINS × JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Collaboration Eyewear Goes on Sale Starting October 29!

Period: Oct 29, 2026〜 2026/10/22 コラボカフェ編集部 (Ymura)

A collaboration eyewear line between the anime “JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure,” based on the original work by Hirohiko Araki, and JINS will go on sale starting October 29, 2026, at JINS stores nationwide and the JINS online shop! Johnny Joestar / Gyro Zeppeli / Jonathan Joestar / Joseph Joestar / Jotaro Kujo / Josuke Higashikata / Giorno Giovanna / Jolyne Kujo. The collection features frames adorned with the “star-shaped birthmark” symbolizing the Joestar lineage and engraved decorations. Each pair comes with a limited-edition original case and a character-specific cleaning cloth.

Harry Potter × GU: Cozy Dorm Loungewear—On Sale December 18!

Period: Dec 18, 2026〜 2026/10/22 コラボカフェ編集部 (Sue)

A new collection from the “Harry Potter” movie franchise and GU is scheduled to launch on December 18, 2026. Inspired by a winter at Hogwarts, the collection features four styles: a “Marshmallow Feel” lounge set with a school-style striped scarf and house crests; knit cardigans featuring Hedwig and Crookshanks; and a two-pair set of room socks. We’ll introduce all four styles and their prices.

“The Summer Hikari Died” Pop-Up Store in Ikebukuro Opens December 11!

Period: Dec 11, 2026〜Dec 20 2026/10/22 コラボカフェ編集部 (Nchi)

A pop-up store for “The Summer Hikari Died” will be held in Ikebukuro from December 11 to December 20, 2026. A wide variety of new merchandise will be available!

Golden Kamuy: Don Quijote & Apita Exclusive Apparel Collection—On Sale October 24!

Period: Oct 24, 2026〜 2026/10/22 コラボカフェ編集部 (Nagi)

Apparel and merchandise featuring stills and stylized illustrations from the TV anime “Golden Kamuy” will go on sale sequentially at Don Quijote and Apita stores nationwide starting October 24. A total of 10 items will be available, including hoodies with original acrylic keychains, matching sets, and blankets!

“The Summer Hikari Died” Pop-Up Store in Ikebukuro Opens December 11!

Period: Dec 11, 2026〜Dec 20 2026/10/22 コラボカフェ編集部 (Nchi)

A pop-up store for “The Summer Hikari Died” will be held in Ikebukuro from December 11 to December 20, 2026. A wide variety of new merchandise will be available!

“Girls und Panzer” Men’s Sweatshirts Coming to Avail Starting October 24!

Period: Oct 24, 2026〜 2026/10/22 コラボカフェ編集部 (Ymura)

Men’s sweatshirts featuring “Girls & Panzer: The Movie” and “Girls & Panzer: Operation More Love-Love!” will go on sale starting October 24, 2026, at select Avail stores and Shimamura Park! Priced at 3,300 yen each (tax included), both designs come with a sticker, and the 3L and 4L sizes will be available exclusively online.

LaLa 50th Anniversary Campaign at Lawson Stores Nationwide Starts October 27!

Period: Oct 27, 2026〜 2026/10/22 コラボカフェ編集部 (Nagi)

A Lawson campaign commemorating the 50th anniversary of the shōjo manga magazine *LaLa* will begin on October 27. Merchandise includes original art sheets (5 designs total) created exclusively for this campaign—available with the purchase of any three eligible snacks—as well as acrylic stands sold in limited quantities at stores!