The latest anime, manga, game, voice actor and movie collab news from Japan.
Merchandise
Newly illustrated merchandise based on the “Harvest Festival” theme from “Hetalia World★Stars” will be re-released in November 2026! A total of 6 items, including figure stands!
Pop-up Store
A pop-up shop for the anime “Hetalia World★Stars” will be held at MEDICOS SHOP Shibuya starting October 31, 2026, and at Abeno Rakubas starting December 4! Under the theme of “Autumn Parade,” the event will feature new merchandise featuring newly drawn illustrations of the characters in autumn-themed outfits, along with the distribution of special gifts and a panel exhibition. Post-event online sales via the MEDICOS ONLINE SHOP are also planned.
News
A collaboration stay package between the anime “Hetalia World★Stars” and the Sunshine City Prince Hotel will go on sale starting Saturday, September 19, 2026. The package features 10 newly drawn characters dressed as doormen, along with two types of collaboration rooms and a total of 10 collaboration drinks!
Merchandise
New “Nui-Palu” plush toys from the anime “Hetalia World★Stars” will go on sale in December 2026! They’re palm-sized and come in a total of 11 designs to choose from.
Manga, Magazines, Light Novels
Volume 2, the latest installment of the popular manga *Hetalia World★Stars Gangsta* by Hidekazu Himaruya—currently serialized in *Shonen Jump+*—will be released by Shueisha on September 4, 2026.
What is the reason District 86 (China) suspects District 1 (the United States) of non-payment regarding the card issued by District 81 (Japan)? This second volume of the card battle that puts the districts’ prestige on the line is priced at 1,100 yen (tax included).
