Bandai’s “SANRIO CHARACTERS FRIENDS 5” food toy series, which includes soft vinyl figures of “Sanrio Characters,” has been on sale nationwide since October 5, 2026, and is proving very popular in the candy aisles of major retailers!
The theme of the fifth installment in the series is “Cute Space,” featuring a lineup of eight different characters dressed up as planets and aliens.
・The theme is “Cute Space,” and there are 8 types of pre-painted soft vinyl figures
・Available starting October 5, 2026, in the candy aisles of mass retailers nationwide
・396 yen per pack (tax included), each containing one piece of soda-flavored gum
・Available sequentially at select Sanrio shops and Sanrio corners in department stores starting in mid-October
SANRIO CHARACTERS FRIENDS 5 Lineup
From the “Friends Series” of cute, adult-oriented soft vinyl figures, the fifth installment of Sanrio Characters arrives with exclusive, original designs created just for this product!
Eight characters—Hello Kitty, Pompompurin, My Melody, Kuromi, Pocchacco, Cinnamoroll, Hangyodon, and Tuxedo Sam—have been transformed into soft vinyl figures wearing costumes inspired by space and planets.
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Hello Kitty / Pompompurin
My Melody / Kuromi
Pochacco / Cinnamoroll
Hangyodon / Tuxedo Sam
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*Some images show combinations of multiple products from the lineup.
*Images may differ slightly from the actual product.
SANRIO CHARACTERS FRIENDS 5 On sale starting October 5 in the candy aisles of retail stores nationwide!
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| Where to Buy | Snack aisles at mass-market retailers nationwide Select Sanrio Shops and Sanrio corners in department stores *Sanrio Shops and department stores will begin carrying the product sequentially starting in mid-October |
| Release Date | Monday, October 5, 2026 *The date products become available in stores may vary by location. |
| Price | 396 yen (tax included) / 360 yen (excluding tax) |
| Lineup | 8 varieties total: Hello Kitty / Pompompurin / My Melody / Kuromi / Pocchacco / Cinnamoroll / Hangyodon / Tuxedo Sam |
| Contents | 1 pre-painted soft vinyl figure, 1 piece of gum (soda flavor) |
| Recommended Age | Ages 3 and up |
| Inquiries | Bandai Customer Service Center |
| Related Links | Sanrio Official News List of Sanrio Shop Retailers |
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Frequently Asked Questions About SANRIO CHARACTERS FRIENDS 5
When did it go on sale?
It has been available at the candy sections of major retailers nationwide since Monday, October 5, 2026. Select Sanrio shops and Sanrio corners in department stores will begin carrying the product sequentially starting in mid-October.
How much does it cost?
396 yen (tax included) per piece.
What’s in the lineup?
There are 8 varieties in total: Hello Kitty, Pompompurin, My Melody, Kuromi, Pocchacco, Cinnamoroll, Hangyodon, and Tuxedo Sam.
What’s inside?
Each package contains one pre-painted soft vinyl figure and one piece of gum (soda flavor).
Please check the official website.
*Please note that the information in these articles may be out of date. We apologize for the inconvenience, but please check the official website for the latest information.
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