The latest anime, manga, game, voice actor and movie collab news from Japan.
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The “Quintet Figure Collection”—a capsule toy series based on the music program “Quintet,” which aired on NHK Educational TV—is scheduled to go on sale around October 2026. The six characters, including Akira and Aria, have been transformed into miniature figures, with a total of six varieties available. Pre-orders for six-figure packs are now being accepted at the Ken-Ere Store.
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Taito has unveiled its new “Dragon Quest” prize lineup for September 2026. A total of four items—including fluffy plush toys of Momon and Pink Momon—will begin appearing at amusement facilities and arcades nationwide starting in mid-September!
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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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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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The “Nupurike mini” prize items from *Hypnosis Mic -Division Rap Battle-* will begin rolling out starting in November 2026. These approximately 10-centimeter-tall plush toys feature appliqué details on the face and bangs. The series begins with Vol. 1 featuring Buster Bros!!!, and a total of 7 series comprising 21 varieties will be released by January 2027.
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A new prize item for the TV anime *Atelier of the Pointed Hat*, based on the original work by Shirahama O, the “Fudemushi Plush Toy,” will be rolled out sequentially starting September 8, 2026, at amusement facilities nationwide and other locations. This substantial plush toy, approximately 26 cm wide, is now available!
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From *Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie: Walpurgis Night’s Turn of the Tides*, rainbow tumblers will begin appearing as crane game prizes starting Thursday, September 10, 2026! These glass tumblers feature an aurora-style finish, measure approximately 9 cm in height, and come in a lineup of three designs. They are scheduled to be released sequentially at crane game arcades nationwide.
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A new prize item for the movie *Chikawa: The Secret of the Mermaid Island*—the “Kombu-Style Plush Shoulder Bag”—will be rolled out nationwide at amusement facilities and other locations starting in mid-September 2026. The bag features a zipper on the shoulder strap that replicates kombu seaweed, and the lineup includes a total of 5 designs!
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Limited-edition collaboration prizes featuring “Loveez,” the wildly popular character from TikTok, and GiGO will be released sequentially starting September 18, 2026, at GiGO Group stores nationwide and on GiGO ONLINE CRANE. The first wave will feature Mega BIG plush toys and mascot plush toys with heart-shaped carabiners, while the second wave will include appliqué blankets and mini “Uruchuru” POP stickers. A repost campaign will also be held.
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A new prize item for the anime “Haikyū!!”—based on the popular manga by Haruichi Furudate—titled “Petta-to Osuwari Figure 3” will be rolled out sequentially at amusement facilities and arcades nationwide starting in the fourth week of September 2026. The lineup features four different varieties, all depicting the characters sitting down with a “plop”!
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Bandai’s Gashapon series, “Pokémon: Grab and Connect Mascots 16,” will be released in October 2026. New additions include Blastoise and Blastoise (the evolved forms of Squirtle) and Slowbro (the evolved form of Slowpoke). The series will feature a total of 10 varieties across two versions—Ball Chain Ver. and Lobster Clasp Ver.—with each play costing 300 yen (tax included).
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The anime series *Jujutsu Kaisen* is joining the “Nemurasetai” series of stylized figures, known for their sleeping poses. The series features a total of five types—Yuji Itadori, Megumi Fushiguro, Yuta Otokotsu, Chosho, and Naoya Zen’in. Each capsule costs 400 yen (tax included). Pre-orders via Gashapon Online will be accepted until 11:59 PM on September 14, 2026, with delivery scheduled for late December.
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“Chiikawa Petit Clips,” prize items featuring the Chiikawa characters as tiny clips, will be rolled out nationwide starting in early September 2026 at amusement facilities, arcades, and other locations. Measuring approximately 3 cm in height, they’re fun to wear in your hair, and the lineup includes 20 different designs to choose from!
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Details have been revealed about new merchandise from the “Thoroughbred Collection (SaraKore)”—a line of prize items modeled after racehorses—set to debut in September 2026. A total of seven items, including a plush toy of Shafriyar wearing the Japan Derby bib, will be released sequentially starting in the second week of September!
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Prizes featuring E-Cor Prize’s original art, “Sanrio Characters: Love Letter for You,” will begin appearing sequentially at amusement facilities nationwide starting the first week of September 2026. Featuring a design of the characters in matching sailor uniforms holding love letters, the lineup includes a total of nine items: Big Doll, Doll, Mascot, Face Mascot, Mini Caramel Pouch, and a two-tier tote bag with an insulated pocket.
