The latest anime, manga, game, voice actor and movie collab news from Japan.
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A campaign featuring TOMORROW X TOGETHER’s official character, “PPULBATU,” and GiGO will run from October 17 to November 23, 2026, featuring limited-edition prizes such as plush puppets—marking the character’s first appearance as a prize. We’ll also introduce GiGO’s “PPULBATU-yaki” taiyaki, drinks with free gifts, photo spots, and a repost campaign.
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NCT 127’s 7th album To celebrate the release of “BLINGY,” the pop-up event “NEO LOST&FOUND CENTER @TOKYO” will be held from October 16 to November 1, 2026, at “D’PARTMENT” on the 4th floor of “Harakado” in Tokyu Plaza Harajuku! In addition to exhibits that capture the world of “BLINGY,” the event will feature pop-up-exclusive merchandise such as windbreakers and utility bags, venue-exclusive random toys (20 varieties total) available for purchase via the “NCT STORE” app, and mascot keychains available only through pre-orders.
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“Pukutto Ring,” a capsule toy featuring the boy band “NCT WISH,” will be available at capsule vending machines nationwide starting in the second week of September 2026. There are six varieties in total, each featuring an official character as a mascot ring, and each comes with a clear case with glitter and the group’s logo printed on it. The price is 400 yen (tax included) per play.
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A collaboration between Stray Kids’ official mascot, “SKZOO,” and Fuji-Q Highland will take place from October 2 to October 26, 2026. The event will feature a show where 500 drones and fireworks synchronize with Stray Kids’ music, as well as collaborative attractions, a stamp rally, and special collaboration food items.
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BABYMONSTER’s “2026-27 WORLD TOUR [춤 (CHOOM)] IN JAPAN POP-UP STORE” will be held from Saturday, September 19, 2026, through Sunday, September 27, 2026, at two locations: the 5th floor of Namba Marui and the 2nd floor of Shinjuku Marui Main Building.
In addition to over 20 types of official merchandise—including tour T-shirts, member towels, and acrylic stands—members of the “BABYMONSTER EPOS Card,” which is launching simultaneously, will receive original stickers and original fan fans as exclusive member benefits.
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“Ichiban Kuji IVE FROM STARSHIP ENTERTAINMENT WITH AMUSE Vol. 2,” featuring the six-member South Korean girl group “IVE,” will go on sale in stages starting September 19, 2026. The lineup includes aurora-themed acrylic stands and square clear file folders featuring newly shot visuals, with each draw priced at 590 yen (tax included).
