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“Iruma-kun: Possessed!” × Karaoke Kan—Starts September 18!

A collaboration campaign between the TV anime “Iruma-kun: The Demon Has Entered!” and Karaoke Kan will be held from September 18 to November 1, 2026. The campaign consists of four main elements: collaboration drinks and original merchandise available exclusively at 38 locations nationwide; collaboration rooms available at two locations—the Ikebukuro South Exit branch in Tokyo and the Namba Ebisu Bridge Main branch in Osaka; and a singing campaign open to all locations.

Pop-up Store

Despair at 30 Degrees Below Zero: Pop-Up Store in Yurakucho Opens September 26!

A pop-up shop for the visual novel game “Despair at 30 Degrees Below Zero” by Mitsudomoe Studio will be held on the 7th floor of Yurakucho Marui from September 26 to October 7, 2026. A total of 10 items will be available, including aurora pins and acrylic figures featuring newly drawn illustrations based on the “pajamas” theme. Additionally, a special purchase bonus will be offered: for every 3,000 yen (tax included) spent, customers will receive one random bromide photo selected from a set of 10 varieties!

Lottery / Prizes / Gacha

Usatsumu Plush Mascot Capsule Toys Coming in October!

The “Plush Mascot” capsule toys from *The Snail Who Thought It Was a Rabbit*—a series created by Rui-sensei that’s been trending on social media—are scheduled for release in October 2026. The lineup features five different types—Tsumuyu, Tsumuyu (No Makeup), Tsumuyu (Rabbit), Niki, and Moko—each as a plush mascot measuring approximately 7.5 cm in total length!

Collaboration Café

“Detective PreCure: The Movie” Café in Nakameguro—Additional Dates Starting September 18!

A collaboration café celebrating the release of *Detective PreCure! The Mysterious Garden and the Two Secrets* will be held at the TOWER RECORDS CAFE Nakameguro location. From Friday, September 18, 2026, through Friday, October 2, 2026, collaboration menu items from all three series and limited-edition merchandise will be available!

Pop-up Store

“Death Game: Hyakki Yagyo” Pop-Up Store in Akihabara Opens September 26!

A pop-up store for the TV anime “Making a Living from Death Games” will be held from Saturday, September 26, 2026, through Monday, October 12, 2026 (a national holiday) on the 7th floor of the Akihabara Gamers Main Store and at the Gamers Online Shop!
The store will feature a lineup of pre-order items themed around the “Night Parade of a Hundred Demons,” including Inugami, Tanuki, and Nekomata acrylic keychains, large acrylic stands, and full-graphic T-shirts. There will also be a raffle open to customers for every 3,000 yen (tax included) spent, as well as purchase bonuses offering free photo cards.

Original Art Exhibition / Exhibition

UO 10th Anniversary Exhibition: UO10. in Yurakucho—Opens December 19!

“UO10.”, an exhibition commemorating the 10th anniversary of manga artist Uotoyo’s debut, will be held at the YURAKUCHO MUSEUM (Yurakucho, Tokyo) from December 19, 2026, to February 23, 2027. In addition to exhibits tracing the artist’s creative journey through original artwork and storyboards, a replica of Uotoyo’s studio will be set up at the venue, allowing visitors to witness the artist creating a new serialized manga in real time.

Pop-up Store

Chikawa Pop-Up Store in Ehime Opens September 26!

A pop-up store featuring “Chiikawa”—whose endearing, clumsy yet earnest way of life is truly admirable—will be held at Aeon Mall Niihama South Court from Saturday, September 26, 2026, through Monday, October 12 (a national holiday)!
The lineup will feature new products such as the Halloween-themed “Let’s All Dress Up Mascots (8 varieties)” and “Chiikawa Sushi Bonbon Drop Stickers.” As a special gift with purchase, customers will receive an original sticker and a POP UP STORE-exclusive shopping bag.

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Proseca 6th Anniversary Celebration Starts October 3!

The “Project Sekai 6th Anniversary Thank You Festival,” a live stage event commemorating Project Sekai’s 6th anniversary, will be held at the Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium on October 3 and 4, 2026. The event will feature a three-part program consisting of a staged reading, a 6th-anniversary talk show, and the “6th Anniversary Special Live” performed by the cast and virtual singers. It will also include an exhibition in the sub-arena and merchandise sales in the outdoor area.

Pop-up Store

The “DereMas” Pop-Up Shop at Yurakucho Marui Opens on September 26!

The “The Idolmaster Cinderella Girls POP UP SHOP” is set to open on the 7th floor of Yurakucho Marui on September 26, 2026! As a post-event merchandise pop-up shop for the “Kyoto International Manga & Anime Fair 2026 (Kyomaf),” merchandise will be on sale for a limited time through October 14. We’ve compiled the latest information, including event details, business hours, special benefits for customers, and entry guidelines.

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“Hasanokuso” Blu-ray Release Celebration Campaign Starts September 24!

A campaign commemorating the release of the Blu-ray (Special Limited Edition) of the movie “Love Live! Hasu no Sora Girls’ Academy School Idol Club: Bloom Garden Party” will be held at Animate and Gamers locations from September 24 to October 4, 2026. In addition to life-size standees wearing “Bloom Garden Party” hoodies and displays of stills from the film, Gamers will run its “Hasunozora Hunter” promotion, and Animate will hold an app theme customization campaign.

Fashion

Toy Story and Other Disney Items Coming to Avail Starting September 19!

Merchandise featuring designs from five Disney and Disney·Pixar films will go on sale at Avail stores nationwide starting September 19, 2026. Featuring designs from “Toy Story 5,” “Zootopia 2,” “Stitch,” and Perry the Platypus from “Phineas and Ferb,” the wide-ranging lineup includes everything from cushions and storage items to loungewear. The merchandise will also be available on the Avail official online store starting at 12:00 p.m. on the same day.