“A Certain Scientific Railgun T” Store in Akihabara Opens September 12!

Period: Sep 12, 2026〜Sep 27 2026/09/02 コラボカフェ編集部 (Ymura)

A pop-up store for the TV anime “A Certain Scientific Railgun T” will be held from Saturday, September 12, 2026, through Sunday, September 27, 2026, on the 7th floor of the Akihabara Gamers Main Store and at the Gamers Online Shop. In addition to new merchandise—such as an oversized tapestry and large acrylic stands featuring newly drawn illustrations—there will be a raffle for a special oversized acrylic figure (approximately 30 cm) and a purchase bonus offering free photo cards.

Aobuta × Shonan Candle 2026: Collaboration Starts October 10!

Period: Oct 10, 2026〜Nov 3 2026/09/01 コラボカフェ編集部イベント班

A collaboration between “The Youth Pork Guy Doesn’t Dream of a Dear Friend,” based on the popular light novel by Kazushi Kamoshida, and “Shonan Candle 2026” will be held from October 10, 2026 (Sat) through November 3, 2026 (Tue, holiday) at the Enoshima Samuel Cocking Garden. Original collaboration candles will be displayed throughout the garden, and visitors will receive original collaboration merchandise as gifts.

Manga Adaptation of Silent Witch, Volume 7, on Sale September 1!

September 1, 2026– 2026/09/01 コラボカフェ編集部イベント班

Based on the popular light novel by Yuku Matsuri and illustrated by San Tobu, the latest volume (Vol. 7) of the manga adaptation *Silent Witch: The Secrets of the Silent Witch* will be released by KADOKAWA on September 1, 2026. At a joint chess tournament between three schools, Monica encounters her former friend, Bernie. The volume is priced at 924 yen (tax included), is B6 size, and has 162 pages. The back of the volume features three newly drawn manga stories based on short stories from the original novel.

“Girls und Panzer: The Final Chapter” Episode 5 Hits Theaters October 9! Available in 5 Formats

October 9, 2026— 2026/09/01 コラボカフェ編集部イベント班

Episode 5 of the original anime “Girls und Panzer: The Final Chapter,” produced by Actus, will be released in theaters starting Friday, October 9, 2026.
In addition to standard screenings, the film will be shown in five different formats—including the series’ first-ever Dolby Cinema screenings—at over 175 theaters nationwide, depicting the final match between Oarai Girls’ High School and St. Gloriana Girls’ Academy.

“Ushijima the Loan Shark” 20th Anniversary Original Art Exhibition FINAL to Be Held on September 19!

Period: Sep 19, 2026〜Oct 4 2026/09/01 コラボカフェ編集部イベント班

The “20th Anniversary Original Art Exhibition FINAL” for Shohei Manabe’s popular manga *Ushijima the Loan Shark* will be held on the 8th floor of Yurakucho Marui from Saturday, September 19, 2026, through Sunday, October 4, 2026.
In addition to the exhibition of oversized original artwork from the new short story “Yami-kin Ezaki-kun”—available exclusively at this venue—the exhibition will serve as a culmination of the original artwork exhibitions that were well-received in Tokyo, Osaka, Fukuoka, and other locations.

Hello Kitty × Ginger Garden AOYAMA: September 28!

Period: Sep 28, 2026〜Nov 27 2026/09/01 コラボカフェ編集部イベント班

A limited-time collaborative afternoon tea featuring Sanrio’s popular character “Hello Kitty” and Ginger Garden AOYAMA will be held from Monday, September 28, 2026, through Friday, November 27, 2026. Featuring limited-edition sweets such as the “Hello Kitty Mousse” themed around “Hello Kitty × Pink Fur Heart Box,” the event will be available by reservation only.

“Dandadan” 5th Anniversary Café Opens in Tokyo and Osaka on October 27!

Period: Oct 27, 2026〜Dec 6 2026/09/01 コラボカフェ編集部 (Sue)

A collaboration café commemorating the 5th anniversary of the “Dandadan” manga series will be held at Charum Café in Tokyo from October 27 to November 3, 2026, and at CAFE EPIC TALE in Osaka from December 2 to December 6. In addition to seating areas featuring character panels, customers will receive a special coaster (12 varieties total) with each collaboration menu item ordered, and a special mini card for every 3,000 yen spent on related merchandise.

“JoJo” Retrospective Opening Sequences to Air on the Shinjuku MOA Center Vision Starting September 1!

Period: Sep 1, 2026〜Sep 30 2026/09/01 コラボカフェ編集部 (Ymura)

The non-credit versions of all the opening sequences from the “JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure” anime series will be screened on the “Shinjuku MOA Center Vision”—a large-screen display in front of Shinjuku Station’s East Exit—from Tuesday, September 1, 2026, through Wednesday, September 30, 2026! The broadcast will consist of three segments, with the content rotating from the Part 1 & Part 2 themes “JoJo: The Fate of That Blood” and “BLOODY STREAM” through the Part 5 & Part 6 themes “Fighting Gold” and “STONE OCEAN,” the lineup will be divided into three rotating segments. Starting Friday, September 25, the non-credit opening sequence from the anime *Steel Ball Run: JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure* is also scheduled to be added to the lineup.

The “Marriage Toxin Retro Pop Fair” at Animate is taking place on October 23!

Period: Oct 23, 2026〜Nov 8 2026/09/01 コラボカフェ編集部 (Ymura)

A special promotional event celebrating the release of the newly illustrated “Retro Pop Ver.” merchandise for the TV anime “Marriage Toxin” will be held from Friday, October 23, 2026, through Sunday, November 8, 2026, at 10 Animate locations nationwide—including the Ikebukuro Main Store, Sapporo Store, and Shibuya Store—as well as through the Animate online store!
During the event period, for every 2,200 yen (tax included) spent on “Marriage Toxin” merchandise, customers will receive one bonus bromide (8 varieties total). “Retro Pop Ver.” merchandise, including pin badges, acrylic stands, and B2 half-size tapestries, will also be available!

The Chikawa CITEN Special Collection Launches on September 15!

Period: Sep 15, 2026〜 2026/09/01 コラボカフェ編集部 (Ymura)

A special collection featuring “Chiikawa” and “CITEN,” illustrated by Professor Nagano, will go on sale in stages starting Tuesday, September 15, 2026! A total of six items—two styles of satin and velour loungewear, a roll-up snap-closure tote bag, a padded laptop case, a mirror-equipped lip case keychain, and a mirror-equipped pouch—will be available at all CITEN stores, on the CITEN e-commerce site, at Chikawaland, and at Talking.

Two People Smoking Behind the Supermarket: Pop-Up Store in Shinjuku Opens September 4!

Period: Sep 4, 2026〜Sep 13 2026/09/01 コラボカフェ編集部 (Nchi)

A pop-up store featuring two characters smoking behind a supermarket will be held in Shinjuku from September 4 to September 13, 2026. Lots of new merchandise will be available!

[Job Listings] GK Marketing (Gokuraku-yu HD): Planning & Sales, Assistant, Designer—Full-time, Contract, and Part-time Positions

Job Listings 2026/09/01 コラボカフェ編集部 (Nchi)

As a wholly owned subsidiary of Gokurakuyu Holdings, we are responsible for planning and coordinating events at Gokurakuyu,
as well as joint events with external commercial facilities outside of Gokurakuyu.

Chiikawa × Fujiya “Pero Pero Choco” Goes on Sale Nationwide Starting September 8!

Period: Sep 8, 2026〜 2026/09/01 コラボカフェ編集部 (Sue)

Fujiya’s “Chiikawa Anime Lollipop Chocolates” will go on sale nationwide at convenience stores, supermarkets, and other retailers starting September 8, 2026. These are lollipop chocolates shaped like the faces of “Chiikawa” and “Hachiware,” and the packaging features a total of 12 designs—six each for the two characters—with a rabbit making an appearance as well.

Meme Village 5th Anniversary Pop-Up Stores in 4 Cities—Opening Successively Starting September 11!

Period: Sep 11, 2026〜Dec 20 2026/09/01 コラボカフェ編集部 (Ymura)

To celebrate the 5th anniversary of the “Meme Village” group of slow-paced livestreamers, the “Meme Village 5th Anniversary POP-UP STORE” will open starting September 11, 2026, at Shibuya Moddy, followed by locations in Tokyo, Osaka, Aichi, and Fukuoka—a total of four cities! In addition to venue-exclusive acrylic panels, 14 types of plush toys (including new designs with lanyards), and 2 types of capsule toys, purchase bonuses such as postcards and clear cards will be available based on the total amount spent. For select dates at Shibuya Moddy, entry will be by advance reservation via the LINE app.

New Merchandise from the Second Chegoshim × Sanrio Collaboration to Go on Sale to the General Public in November!

Reservations are being accepted through September 8, 2026 2026/09/01 コラボカフェ編集部 (Riko)

New merchandise from the “Chegosim (최고심)” × “Sanrio Characters” collaboration will go on general sale in November 2026! The second round of merchandise available for pre-sale at the pop-up event is now here!

Magical Chikawa Pop-Up Store in Kochi Opens September 11!

Period: Sep 11, 2026〜Oct 5 2026/09/01 コラボカフェ編集部 (Ymura)

A pop-up store for the “Magical Chikawa” magical girl series—featuring the beloved “Chikawa” characters, whose clumsy yet earnest approach to life is truly endearing—will be held at the Central Plaza on the 1st floor of Kochi Tsutaya Bookstore from Friday, September 11, 2026, through Monday, October 5!
The lineup includes the “Super Magical Chikawa GPSBOX Statuette Figure Collection (6 varieties total)” and the “Magical Chikawa GPSBOX Statuette Figure Collection (6 varieties total).” Both collections are designed so that purchasing a box guarantees you’ll receive all six varieties.

Ao no Hako × GiGO Collaboration Campaign Starts October 3!

Period: Oct 3, 2026〜Nov 2 2026/09/01 コラボカフェ編集部 (Sue)

A collaboration campaign between the TV anime *Ao no Hako* and the GiGO Group will begin on October 3, 2026. In addition to the sale of 14 types of collaboration merchandise featuring the newly drawn illustration “Youth Paint ★ Palette,” the campaign will also include prizes for crane games, *Ao no Hako*-themed grilled snacks, and drinks with free gifts.

Iruma-kun × Prince Hotel: Coming to Shinjuku and Kawagoe Starting September 1!

Period: Sep 1, 2026〜Oct 31 2026/09/01 コラボカフェ編集部 (Sue)

To commemorate the broadcast of the fourth season of the anime *Demon Slayer: Iruma-kun*, a collaboration event will be held at the Shinjuku Prince Hotel and the Kawagoe Prince Hotel from September 1 to October 31, 2026. With different themes for each hotel—”Demon World Hotel” in Shinjuku and “Music Festival” in Kawagoe—the event will feature themed room packages, afternoon tea, and collaboration menus.

Pokémon “Sleep” Theme Merchandise Goes on Sale at the Center Starting September 5!

Period: Sep 5, 2026〜 2026/09/01 コラボカフェ編集部 (Sue)

“Pokémon Timeless Adventure” merchandise, inspired by the “Sleeping” theme for Pokémon’s 30th anniversary, will be available at Pokémon Centers starting September 5, 2026. Featuring artwork depicting Munchlax, Nyaabi, and Ashimari sleeping atop a Mantine floating in the ocean off the Alola region, the lineup includes a total of six items, such as A4 clear files, acrylic blocks, and a nap set consisting of a blanket and pillow.

Helluva Boss Pop-Up Store at Ikebukuro PARCO Opens September 11!

Period: Sep 11, 2026〜Sep 27 2026/09/01 コラボカフェ編集部 (Ymura)

The official mini pop-up store for the international anime “Helluva Boss” will be held at the INFOLENS GEEK SHOP Ikebukuro PARCO location from Friday, September 11, 2026, through Sunday, September 27, 2026!
Items on display will include Blind Box Plush Series 2, Blind Box Mini Figures (Fitzaroli), Youtooz plush toys, and INFOLENS-original acrylic keychains and T-shirts. A special purchase bonus will also be offered: customers will receive an original clear card (6 varieties total) with every 3,300 yen purchase (tax included).