Narumiya Characters: A Lovely Café in Shinjuku and Umeda—Opening October 16!

Period: Oct 16, 2026〜Nov 29 2026/10/02 コラボカフェ編集部 (Sue)

To commemorate the first anniversary of NARUMIYA HAPPY PARK, the Narumiya Characters-themed café “NARUMIYA CHARACTERS Lovely Stand” will open for a limited time starting October 16, 2026, in Shinjuku, Tokyo (Lumine Est Shinjuku), and in Umeda, Osaka (KITTE Osaka) starting October 29. The cafe will feature a menu inspired by Mimirī-chan, Berie-chan, and the new characters Ripan-chan and Wanpī-chan, as well as cafe-exclusive, newly illustrated merchandise. Reservations will be accepted starting at 6:00 PM on October 2.

“Machikado Mazoku: Mikan Birthday Store” Opens in Shinjuku on October 30!

Period: Oct 30, 2026〜Nov 10 2026/10/02 コラボカフェ編集部 (Ymura)

From “Machikado Mazoku,” the “Mikan Birthday 2026 POP UP SHOP,” celebrating Mikan’s birthday on November 3, will be held at MEDICOS SHOP Shinjuku from October 30 to November 10, 2026! In addition to new merchandise featuring an original birthday illustration by Izumo Ito, the event will include a giveaway of mini cards (4 designs total) with every 1,000 yen spent, a giveaway campaign for life-size panels, and a post-event online sale starting November 11.

“Shugo Chara!” Chinese-Style Clothing Store Opens in Shinjuku on October 29!

Period: Oct 29, 2026〜Nov 11 2026/10/02 コラボカフェ編集部 (Ymura)

A pop-up shop for the TV anime “Shugo Chara!” will be held at MEDICOS SHOP Shinjuku from October 29 to November 11, 2026! The event will feature large acrylic stands and a collection of pin badges based on newly drawn illustrations themed around cheongsam, as well as venue-exclusive OSMO stamps. Additionally, a venue-exclusive campaign will be held, offering bonus clear cards (10 varieties total) and a chance to win a life-size panel.

Cinnamoroll × Kyoto Tango Railway Branded Train Begins Service on November 1!

Period: Nov 1, 2026〜 2026/10/02 コラボカフェ編集部 (Nagi)

The Kyoto Tango Railway and “Cinnamoroll” are teaming up for the “A Gentle, Lulling Stroll Through Maritime Kyoto” event, which begins on November 1. The event will feature the operation of a specially wrapped train called the “Cinnamoroll Gentle, Lulling Stroll Train,” the sale of one-day passes with special perks, and a digital stamp rally!

Sumikko Gurashi × Matsuya & Matsu-no-ya: Nationwide Collaboration Starts October 6!

Period: Oct 6, 2026〜Dec 22 2026/10/02 コラボカフェ編集部 (Nagi)

Matsuya Foods’ Matsuya and Matsu-no-ya restaurants are launching a collaboration with “Sumikko Gurashi” called the “Sumikko Gurashi: A Big ♪ Reward Campaign,” which will be held nationwide starting October 6. Order any eligible children’s menu item and receive a reflective keychain (6 designs total) right away!

“Aono Hako” KapuEbo Exclusive: Connecting Acrylic Charms Coming October 7!

Period: Oct 7, 2026〜 2026/10/02 コラボカフェ編集部 (Sue)

All five types of “Connecting Acrylic Charms” from the TV anime “Ao no Hako” will be released sequentially starting October 7, 2026, exclusively at Aeon Fantasy’s cashless capsule toy machine “Kapuebo.” The five designs—Daiki Inomata, Chinatsu Kano, Hina Chono, Tadashi Kasahara, and Shobu Moriya—are available for 390 yen (tax included) per play. You can connect your favorite characters together, and a social media campaign is currently underway where you can win a complete set.

Hetalia POP-UP SHOP in Tokyo and Osaka Starts October 31!

Period: Oct 31, 2026〜Dec 13 2026/10/02 コラボカフェ編集部 (Ymura)

A pop-up shop for the anime “Hetalia World★Stars” will be held at MEDICOS SHOP Shibuya starting October 31, 2026, and at Abeno Rakubas starting December 4! Under the theme of “Autumn Parade,” the event will feature new merchandise featuring newly drawn illustrations of the characters in autumn-themed outfits, along with the distribution of special gifts and a panel exhibition. Post-event online sales via the MEDICOS ONLINE SHOP are also planned.

Uma Musume × Tomakomai City 2026 Collaboration Starts October 24!

Period: Oct 24, 2026〜Nov 29 2026/10/02 コラボカフェ編集部 (Nagi)

A new collaboration between Tomakomai City, Hokkaido, and “Uma Musume: Pretty Derby” will kick off on October 24. The event will feature the distribution of trading cards (6 varieties total) at restaurants throughout the city, a “Photo Derby” tour covering the Iburi and Hidaka regions, the installation of life-size panels, and the sale of newly illustrated merchandise!

Love Live! Sunshine!! POP UP in Shinjuku Starts October 2!

Period: Oct 2, 2026〜Oct 12 2026/10/02 コラボカフェ編集部 (Ymura)

“Love Live! Sunshine!! POP UP SHOP in Marui” is set to open on October 2, 2026, on the 8th floor of Shinjuku Marui Men! The event will feature merchandise based on newly drawn illustrations inspired by the “gal school uniform” concept, a pre-sale of Halloween-themed chibi character goods, a purchase-based raffle with guaranteed prizes, special bonuses for box set purchases, and an exhibition of standee panels.

Yona of the Dawn: New, Original Tropical-Themed Merchandise Coming in December!

Reservations are being accepted through October 14, 2026 2026/10/02 コラボカフェ編集部 (Riko)

New “Tropical”-themed merchandise from the anime “Yona of the Dawn” will go on sale starting in December 2026! It also features cute, doodle-style graph art illustrations!

Detective PreCure! × Real Escape Game: Starting November 27!

Period: Nov 27, 2026〜Jan 31 2026/10/02 コラボカフェ編集部 (Nagi)

The first collaboration between the TV anime “Detective PreCure!” and the Real Escape Game, titled “The Treasure Chest Has Disappeared!? The Mystery from the Phantom Thieves,” will be held sequentially starting November 27 in Kichijoji and at Hirakata Park. Join Detective PreCure in solving the mystery of the missing treasure chest in this hands-on game!

“Paprika” 20th Anniversary: Framed Stamps Featuring Memorable Scenes—Now Available at the Japan Post Online Store!

Period: Oct 1, 2026〜 2026/10/02 コラボカフェ編集部 (Sue)

Original merchandise commemorating the 20th anniversary of the release of director Satoshi Kon’s animated film *Paprika* went on sale at the Japan Post online store starting October 1, 2026. The lineup includes a total of four items, such as a set of framed stamps and postcards featuring iconic scenes, and a set of glasses and acrylic coasters inspired by the in-film bar “RADIO CLUB.” Shipping is scheduled to begin sequentially starting October 30.

SONIC & FRIENDS 3rd Anniversary POP-UP in Shibuya Starts October 2!

Period: Oct 2, 2026〜Oct 12 2026/10/02 コラボカフェ編集部 (Ymura)

To celebrate the 3rd anniversary of “SONIC & FRIENDS,” the “‘SONIC & FRIENDS’ 3rd Anniversary POP-UP STORE” will be held for a limited time on the 2nd floor of Shibuya Moddy from October 2, 2026, through October 12! In addition to merchandise such as zipper pouches featuring the 3rd-anniversary illustration, a collection of glitter-patterned pin badges, and clear file folders, the venue will also feature a display of photo panels and offer a “clear bookmark” as a bonus for new Epoca Card members.

“Fragrant Flowers Bloom with Dignity” 5th Anniversary Exhibition: Signing Events to Be Held in Osaka and Fukuoka!

Period: Dec 10, 2026〜Jan 11 2026/10/02 コラボカフェ編集部 (Sue)

Following the event at the Tokyo venue, a signing session with artist Sakami Mika for the 5th Anniversary Exhibition of “Fragrant Flowers Bloom with Dignity” will also be held at the Osaka venue (December 10, 2026) and the Fukuoka venue (January 28, 2027). Lottery registration for tickets including the autograph session at the Osaka venue will begin on October 31, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. on ePlus, and signatures will be provided in the exhibition pamphlet handed out on the day of the event.

Sanrio × Del Monte Limited-Edition Packaging Available Starting in Early October!

Period: Oct 2, 2026〜 2026/10/02 コラボカフェ編集部 (Nagi)

Kikkoman’s “Del Monte” series, featuring collaboration packaging with Sanrio characters, will go on sale nationwide in limited quantities starting in early October. The collection includes four items with a total of 10 designs featuring Kuromi, Pochacco, Gudetama, and Kogimyun, along with an official X campaign!

Azur Lane 9th Anniversary “Art Collection Vol. 9” on Sale December 25!

Period: Dec 25, 2026〜 2026/10/02 コラボカフェ編集部 (Riko)

The 9th Art Collection, “Azur Lane 9th Anniversary Art Collection,” will be released on December 25, 2026!

“Natsume’s Book of Friends: A Little Nap” POP-UP at Loft—Opens December 11!

Period: Dec 11, 2026〜Dec 11 2026/10/02 コラボカフェ編集部 (Ymura)

The pop-up store for the anime *Natsume’s Book of Friends*, based on the original work by Yuki Midorikawa, titled “*Natsume’s Book of Friends POP UP STORE in Loft: Act IV*,” will be held for a limited time starting December 11, 2026, at select Loft locations! A new, original illustration based on the concept of “napping” has been unveiled, and details regarding participating stores and merchandise will be announced at a later date.

Hololive Touring Exhibition: An Invitation Filled with Gratitude—Opening in Tokyo on October 10!

Period: Oct 10, 2026〜Nov 23 2026/10/02 コラボカフェ編集部 (Sue)

Hololive Production’s official nationwide touring exhibition, “hololive Grand Reception ~An Invitation Filled with Gratitude~,” will kick off on October 10, 2026, at TOKYO DREAM PARK. We’ll introduce exhibits featuring the key visual—a newly drawn illustration of the characters in dresses created exclusively for this exhibition—as well as the “hololive Sign Simulation” where you can choose from 63 characters, audio guides, venue-exclusive merchandise, and an invitation ticket as an admission bonus.

Gridman Universe Store Opens in Tokyo and Kyoto on October 19!

Period: Oct 19, 2026〜 2026/10/02 コラボカフェ編集部 (Ymura)

The “Gridman Universe” HEROINES ’80s Idol POP UP SHOP is set to open on October 19, 2026, at the IP Bookstore on the 6th floor of SHIBUYA TSUTAYA and at the Kyoto IP Bookstore! Items such as acrylic stand figures and B2 tapestries featuring newly drawn illustrations of Rikka and Yume, inspired by ’80s idols, will be available. Customers will receive a free promotional bromide with every 2,200 yen (tax included) spent on related merchandise.

Re:Zero × Karaoke Tetsujin Event Part 2: “Dressed in Black” Set for November!

November 2026– 2026/10/02 コラボカフェ編集部 (Sue)

The second collaboration between the TV anime “Re:Zero—Starting Life in Another World” and “Karaoke Tetsujin,” titled “Vol. 2,” is scheduled to take place in November 2026. Exclusive collaboration illustrations featuring Subaru, Emilia, Rem, Ram, and others dressed in black have been unveiled, and further details will be announced at a later date.