The latest anime, manga, game, voice actor and movie collab news from Japan.
Convenience Store
A campaign featuring the plush toy brand “mojojojo” and Lawson will begin on September 29, 2026. In addition to four types of original charms available with the purchase of any two eligible snacks, the campaign will feature six different initiatives, including a milk candy gift set, in-store merchandise, pre-orders exclusive to @Loppi and HMV, and Lawson Print.
Pop-up Store
Sanrio’s “Jewelpet” event, “Jewelpet Fair at Kiddyland,” is set to take place at 25 Kiddyland stores nationwide starting September 25, 2026! In addition to the early release of plush toys, keychain mascots, and trading goods, all stores will offer sparkling stickers, the Harajuku store will feature exclusive promotional items, and Ruby will make an appearance at the Osaka Umeda and Omokado stores.
Lottery / Prizes / Gacha
“Ichiban Kuji ~Playtime Pals Forever~” will go on sale on Ichiban Kuji ONLINE and other platforms starting September 30, 2026. The lineup features 13 mini-figures of iconic supporting characters such as Babyface and Zurg, as well as scene figures of Woody and Buzz. The price is 880 yen per draw (including 10% tax).
News
Collaboration products featuring Nintendo’s popular “Kirby” game series and Tirol Choco will go on sale in stages starting Monday, October 19, 2026. The boxed sets come in four varieties, each with a different facial expression, while the individually wrapped varieties feature a total of 24 designs. The single-piece varieties, exclusive to 7-Eleven, will be available in 10 different designs!
Fashion
Sweatshirts featuring Sanritsu Confectionery’s “Kani Pan” and “Choco Bat” will go on sale starting September 22, 2026, at select Shimamura stores and Shimamura Park. Each sweatshirt is priced at 1,490 yen (1,639 yen including tax) and comes in three sizes: 130, 140, and 150. The “Mini Kani-pan Chocolate” sweatshirt will be available exclusively at Shimamura Park.
Fashion
New merchandise for the anime “The New Prince of Tennis” will go on sale at participating Don Quijote stores starting September 26, 2026. The lineup includes 10 items, such as large acrylic stands and a collection of pin badges featuring newly drawn illustrations. For every 2,000 yen (tax included) spent, customers will receive one of eight different bonus mini cards.
News
A collaboration collection between the anime “Chikawa” and the children’s clothing brand “apres les cours” will go on sale starting September 18, 2026. In addition to sweatshirts with sagara embroidery and waffle-weave sets, the lineup will also feature matching face socks for parents and children, featuring the same patterns as the adult versions.
Pop-up Store
“Love Live! Nijigasaki Academy School Idol Club: Nijigaku☆Police Fair at Gamers” will be held from October 31 to November 20, 2026, at all Gamers stores and via the Gamers online store! A total of 8 items will be available, including acrylic stands featuring newly drawn illustrations of the characters in police uniforms, square pin badges, and dog tag-style acrylic keychains. For every 2,200 yen (tax included) spent on eligible merchandise, you’ll receive one random clear bookmark (13 varieties total).
Fashion
Kids’ apparel from the second installment of the tokusatsu series “PROJECT R.E.D.,” *Kaku-Sake Hunter Omega Horn*, will go on sale at Shimamura starting Saturday, September 19, 2026. The collection features two types of role-play hoodies and a sweatshirt that comes with a storage box—and all sizes of the hoodies are available exclusively online!
Lottery / Prizes / Gacha
The “Flat Face Mascot: Bug Face Ver.” prize from the globally popular animated series “Amazing Digital Circus” will be rolled out sequentially at amusement facilities nationwide starting in the third week of September 2026. The lineup features a total of five characters, including Pomni and Jacks!
Lottery / Prizes / Gacha
“Ichiban Kuji: ‘Persona’ Series 30th ANNIVERSARY” will go on sale sequentially starting November 28, 2026, at Lawson stores, bookstores, and other locations. The lineup includes figures of the protagonists from *Persona 3*, *4*, and *5*, as well as a logo figure as the “Last One” prize, with each draw priced at 850 yen (tax included).
Lottery / Prizes / Gacha
Bandai’s Gashapon series “Sergeant Keroro: Pinch and Connect—Here We Go! Part 2” will go on sale sequentially starting in the third week of September 2026. The lineup features all five members of the Keroro Squad in a total of 10 varieties—including the Crab Clasp Ver. and Ball Chain Ver.—and the price is 300 yen per play (tax included).
Convenience Store
The “L’APPY L’AWSON” campaign, commemorating L’Arc-en-Ciel’s 35th anniversary, will begin at 7:00 a.m. on September 22, 2026, at Lawson stores nationwide. Highlights include a set of six original clear files available with the purchase of three eligible snacks, a 900-yen entertainment lottery, and the Luciel-chan room light, which will go on sale sequentially starting September 18.
Lottery / Prizes / Gacha
Face pouches featuring “Kamen Rider Mice” and “Kamen Rider Zets” will be released sequentially at amusement facilities and arcades nationwide starting Friday, September 25, 2026. There are five designs in total, each recreating the characters’ stylized masks, and at approximately 10 cm, they’re perfect for storing small items!
News
Sanrio Characters bath bombs are scheduled to go on sale exclusively at Don Quijote stores nationwide starting Wednesday, September 23, 2026. They feature a citrus scent, and the six different mascots that pop out include Hello Kitty, Kuromi, and Pompompurin. It’s a surprise which one you’ll get!
Fashion
Ultraman Series apparel items will go on sale at Shimamura stores starting Saturday, September 19, 2026. New items include a kids’ hooded pullover with a hood shaped like Ultraman’s face and a sweatshirt with a storage pocket. Sales will also begin at Shimamura Park on the same day at 3:00 p.m.!
