The latest anime, manga, game, voice actor and movie collab news from Japan.
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The fifth installment of the collaboration event between the anime *The New Prince of Tennis* and Round One will be held from October 1 to November 3, 2026, at 100 Round One locations nationwide. In addition to the sale of new merchandise featuring newly drawn illustrations, limited-edition collaboration perks for bowling and karaoke are also planned.
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The second collaboration between Zetteria and Narumiya Characters will begin on September 16, 2026, at all 270 Zetteria locations nationwide. With the purchase of a “Waku Waku Set,” customers will receive a random set of original, newly drawn puffy stickers featuring Nakamura-kun and Berie-chan.
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To commemorate the streaming release of the theatrical film *Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc*, a collaboration event called “Chainsaw Bread” will be held from September 19 to October 18, 2026, at 11 popular bakeries nationwide. Each store’s chef will introduce a total of 18 original bread varieties inspired by the world of the “Reze Arc.” In addition to in-store sales, customers can also pre-order through the bread reservation service sacri.
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The “Detective Conan” capsule toy series “Marker Accessories 3” will make a comeback at capsule vending machines nationwide starting in the third week of September 2026. The lineup features a total of six varieties—including Edogawa Conan, Ran Mouri, and Shinichi Kudo in casual attire, along with in-story inventions such as the bow tie-shaped voice changer—all available for 300 yen (tax included) per play!
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The “Chopi-Nui Petit ⑧” prize items from *Haikyu!!* will begin appearing sequentially at amusement facilities nationwide starting in the fourth week of September 2026. The lineup features four different types of mascots wearing black uniforms, and they will also be available via online crane games.
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“Work Cat” apparel and accessories will go on sale sequentially at Don Quijote and Apita stores nationwide starting at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 12, 2026. From apparel such as hoodies and sweatshirts to accessories like towels and tote bags, a range of items exclusive to Don Quijote and Apita will be available!
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The anime *NEEDY GIRL OVERDOSE* is coming to the “Petit Shu!” series of mini plush toys. A total of six varieties, including Chou Ten-chan and Ame-chan, are scheduled to be released as prize items in October 2026.
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The “Tsumoru-n’s Slamichi Mahjong Tile Keychain,” a prize item from *Dragon Quest Walk*, will be rolled out in stages starting September 12, 2026, at amusement facilities nationwide and other locations. The lineup features 13 different types of Slamichi holding mahjong tiles—collect them all to complete a 13-way wait for a “National Treasure” hand!
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Disney characters dressed in Halloween costumes will be available as part of the “Halloween Keychain Accessories” Gashapon series starting in the second week of September 2026. A total of five varieties—including Mickey Mouse, Winnie the Pooh, and Zero from *The Nightmare Before Christmas*—will be available for 300 yen (tax included) per play.
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A collaboration with Lawson to commemorate the 55th anniversary of the theatrical release of *Panda! Panda!* will begin on October 8, 2026, in the book sections of Lawson stores nationwide. The collaboration will feature original merchandise with a blue color scheme and original stickers with the Lawson logo.
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The “Exciting! Sumikko Colorful Fair,” a collaboration between Sumikko Gurashi and Aeon Mall, will be held from September 18 to October 25, 2026, at 14 malls in Osaka, Nara, and Wakayama Prefectures. The event will feature a mystery-solving scavenger hunt at four locations within the malls, three types of original clear pouches available upon presentation of a receipt totaling 2,000 yen or more, and photo panels exclusive to four malls.
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Collaboration items featuring the “Star Wars” movie and TV series and Shimamura will go on sale at Shimamura stores nationwide starting Saturday, September 12, 2026. The lineup includes a wide variety of items, ranging from men’s, women’s, and children’s apparel to bags, pouches, acrylic cups, and other accessories!
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A collaboration campaign between the TV anime “Blue Lock” and Lawson will take place at Lawson stores nationwide starting at 7:00 a.m. on September 15, 2026. Featuring newly drawn illustrations of the strikers dressed in stylish outfits that exude mature charm, the campaign will offer clear files and laser cards available with the purchase of eligible products, as well as Toppo in original packaging, in-store merchandise, and Lawson-branded fans.
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To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the TV anime series “Detective Conan,” original merchandise featuring newly drawn illustrations created exclusively for this occasion is now available exclusively at the “Japan Post Online Store.” A total of seven items, including an original framed stamp set, will be available for pre-order starting at 12:00 PM on September 14, 2026!
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The second series of “Otamatone”—a musical note-shaped electronic instrument—themed keychain accessories will go on sale in Gashapon machines starting in mid-September 2026! The lineup—featuring colorful silicone rings with a glittery, sparkly finish—will include a total of 11 varieties, including a new “Pac-Man” version, priced at 300 yen (tax included) per play.
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HORI has announced the release of the “Electric Ocarina of Time,” which is compatible with the voice recognition feature in the Nintendo Switch 2 game *The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time*. It includes all 12 tracks from the game and is scheduled for release on November 5, 2026. Pre-orders are now being accepted at the HORI Store!
