Collaboration Café

Helva Boss Café in Ikebukuro and Osaka to Launch a Collaboration Starting January 15!

Period: Jan 15, 2027〜Feb 14 2026/10/15 コラボカフェ編集部 (Sue)

A collaboration between the international anime “Helva Boss” and Animate Cafe, titled “RIBBON HEART PARLOR,” will be held from January 15 to February 14, 2027, at Animate Cafe Ikebukuro No. 2 and Animate Cafe Osaka Nipponbashi. Exclusive, newly drawn illustrations for Animate—featuring characters in outfits adorned with ribbons and frills—have been unveiled, and the menu and merchandise will be announced at a later date.
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Yo-kai Watch Face Plush Capsule Toys to Go on Sale Starting in November!

Period: To be released in stages starting in November 2026 2026/10/15 コラボカフェ編集部 (Nagi)

Approximately 7-centimeter-tall plush toys modeled after the faces of the “Yo-kai Watch” yo-kai are coming to capsule toy machines. All five varieties—Jibanyan, Koma-san, Komajiro, Whisper, and Funyanyan—will go on sale sequentially at capsule vending machines nationwide starting in November 2026!
Pop-up Store

ReGLOSS AR LIVE Commemorative Pop-Up Store at HMV Opens November 20!

Period: Nov 20, 2026〜Dec 6 2026/10/15 コラボカフェ編集部 (Ymura)

A pop-up shop and fair commemorating ReGLOSS’s AR online live event, “ReGLOSS AR LIVE ‘X-ReCHORD’,” will be held starting November 20, 2026, at HMV&BOOKS SHIBUYA and HMV&BOOKS NAMBA, as well as at HMV and HMV&BOOKS locations nationwide! In addition to the sale of AR live merchandise, special perks include a choice of four original clear bookmarks—one given with every 2,200 yen (tax included) spent on Hololive merchandise—and an original message receipt issued with every purchase of AR live merchandise.
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Detective Conan: Role-Play Collection Capsule Toys—On Sale the Third Week of October!

Period: Available sequentially starting the third week of October 2026 2026/10/15 コラボカフェ編集部 (Nagi)

“Detective Conan” role-play items are coming to the “Role-Play Collection” Gashapon series. A total of four items—the Kogoro Mouri and Sonoko Suzuki versions of the bow tie-shaped voice changer, a detective badge, and a wristwatch-shaped tranquilizer gun—will go on sale nationwide starting in the third week of October 2026!
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“Natsume’s Book of Friends” Birthday After-Party Fair at Animate Starts November 21!

Period: Nov 21, 2026〜Dec 20 2026/10/15 コラボカフェ編集部 (Ymura)

Based on the TV anime “Natsume’s Book of Friends,” originally created by Yuki Midorikawa, the “Shuichi Natori & Seiji Matoba Birthday After-Party Fair 2026” will be held from November 21 to December 20, 2026, at Animate stores nationwide and through the Animate online store! During the event period, customers will receive one bromide (out of a total of three varieties) based on the total amount spent on purchases or pre-orders of related merchandise. Additionally, on November 21, Movic will release Nyanko-sensei merchandise, as well as formal-style clear files, acrylic stands, stickers, and a character badge collection.
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Sanrio: Candy with Charms to Decorate Your Christmas Tree—On Sale in November!

November 2026– 2026/10/15 コラボカフェ編集部 (Sue)

A Bandai food toy set featuring Sanrio character ornament charms and strawberry-chocolate-coated boro cookies will go on sale in November 2026 at candy sections in mass-market retailers nationwide. The set features a total of 10 varieties—including secret characters such as Hello Kitty, Kuromi, and Cinnamoroll—and comes with a ball chain so you can hang them on your Christmas tree or attach them to your bag.
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“Kuso Ham-chan” POP-UP STORE in Akihabara Opens November 4!

Period: Nov 4, 2026〜Nov 17 2026/10/15 コラボカフェ編集部 (Ymura)

A pop-up store featuring the character “Kuso Ham-chan” by NORICOPO will be held at AKIBA LINK on the 1st floor of Ecute Akihabara from November 4 to November 17, 2026! In addition to new merchandise set to go on sale, pre-orders are now being accepted on the Munyugurumi Patio e-commerce site for new items such as detachable Munyugurumi plush mascots, collectible acrylic keychains, and pin badges.
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“Natsume’s Book of Friends” Winter-Themed Bus Tour in Hitoyoshi Starts December 12!

Period: Dec 12, 2026〜Feb 28 2026/10/15 コラボカフェ編集部 (Sue)

A winter tour titled “Winter Tour of the Village of Ayakashi,” which takes visitors around the locations in Kumamoto, Hitoyoshi, and Kuma that served as models for the TV anime *Natsume’s Book of Friends* aboard a specially wrapped bus, will be held for a total of 11 days from December 12, 2026, to February 28, 2027. The tour includes a ride on the Kumagawa Railway and visits to locations such as Okadome Kōfuku Station, and participants will receive an original clear file as a gift.
Fashion

Sanrio Pet Clothing and Other Items Coming to Avail Starting October 17!

Period: Oct 17, 2026〜 2026/10/15 コラボカフェ編集部 (Ymura)

Sanrio character pet goods will go on sale starting October 17, 2026, at Avail stores and the official online store “Shimamura Park”! The lineup features cozy items perfect for the coming season, including pet outfits that let your pet dress up as their favorite character, quilted pet clothing, stroller pillows, round pet beds, pet carrier backpacks, and 2-way tote bags that are convenient for walks.
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My Hero Academia Movie: Chopi-Nui Petit #1 Prize Figures—Coming Gradually Starting the Fourth Week of October!

Period: Coming gradually starting the fourth week of October 2026 2026/10/15 コラボカフェ編集部 (Nagi)

Furyu’s “Chopi-Nui Petit #1” figures from the movie *My Hero Academia THE MOVIE: Your Next* are now available as prize items. All four types—Izuku Midoriya, Ochako Uraraka, Tsuyu Kawashiro, and Mina Ashido—will be rolled out sequentially starting in the fourth week of October 2026 at amusement facilities nationwide!
Fashion

“Onegai Eye-Puri” Stickers and Other Items Hit Shimamura on October 17!

Period: Oct 17, 2026〜 2026/10/15 コラボカフェ編集部 (Ymura)

Merchandise from the TV anime “Onegai I-Puri” will go on sale at Shimamura stores nationwide starting October 17, 2026! A wide range of items—including die-cut cushions, lenticular storage boxes, coin purses, kids’ shoes, and sticker books—will be available. They will also go on sale at Shimamura Park (the online store) starting at 3:00 PM on the same day, and a member-exclusive campaign offering original cards as gifts will be held.
Pop-up Store

Nishi-Mino 88-Person Group Pop-Up Store in Tokyo Opens February 26!

Period: Feb 26, 2027〜Mar 7 2026/10/15 コラボカフェ編集部 (Ymura)

The game streaming group “Nishi-Mino 88” will hold its first pop-up store, the “Vegababa Manpuku Ninja Pop-Up Store,” at an event space in Tokyo from February 26 to March 7, 2027! Pre-orders for new merchandise will be accepted on the official Aetas online store through October 31, 2026. Special perks include the “Super Vegababa Sushi Logo Sticker” (available exclusively online) and the “Vegababa Burger Logo Sticker” (available only at the venue), as well as a “Clear Bookmark (6 varieties total)” available with every 5,000 yen (tax included) spent.
Collaboration Café

Hanako-kun 2 Café at DECOTTO Ikebukuro: Collaboration Event Starts November 5!

Period: Nov 5, 2026〜Nov 29 2026/10/15 コラボカフェ編集部 (Sue)

A collaboration between the TV anime “Hanako-kun: The Boy Bound to the Earth 2” and DECOTTO by animate cafe will be held in Ikebukuro, Tokyo, from November 5 to November 29, 2026. The event will feature newly drawn illustrations of Hanako-kun and Tsukasa seated on a throne in red and black outfits, as well as waffles, drinks, and merchandise featuring their mini-character designs.
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HetaMyu 10th Anniversary: Check This Out! Capsule Toys to Go on Sale Starting in Late October!

Period: Available sequentially starting in late October 2026 2026/10/15 コラボカフェ編集部 (Nagi)

The first and second installments of the “Check This Out!” series for the musical “Hetalia” 10th Anniversary are coming to capsule toy machines. Each set features nine varieties, created using newly shot photos and original artwork, and will go on sale sequentially at select stores nationwide starting in late October 2026!
Pop-up Store

Hazubin Hotel “After School” Fair at Animate Starts January 9!

Period: Jan 9, 2027〜Jan 31 2026/10/15 コラボカフェ編集部 (Ymura)

The “Welcome to Hazbin Hotel After School Fair” for the anime “Welcome to Hazbin Hotel” will be held at Animate stores nationwide and on the Animate online store starting January 9, 2027! During the event period, customers who purchase or pre-order related merchandise will receive a free bromide (16 varieties total), and a special exhibition featuring newly drawn illustrations will be held on the 5th floor of the Animate Ikebukuro Main Store.
 

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“Forget-Me-Not Battery Cafe” at Share Cafe Starts December 25!

A collaboration café for the TV anime *Forgotten Battery*, based on the baseball manga by Eiko Mikawa currently serialized in *Shonen Jump+*, will be held at all three “Shareri CAFE” locations—Harajuku, Shinsaibashi, and Nagoya—starting December 25, 2026. Here, we’ll introduce the details of the five newly drawn illustrations—inspired by a lunch break on a rooftop—as well as the event dates, operating hours for each location, and the online sales period for merchandise.

Period: Dec 25, 2026〜Jan 19

Hetalia WS Cafe in Ikebukuro and Osaka: Collaboration Event Starts November 13!

A collaboration café titled “PASTEL POP PARFAIT,” a joint project between the anime “Hetalia World★Stars”—based on the original work by Hidekazu Himaruya featuring anthropomorphic characters representing various countries—and mixx garden, will be held at the Ikebukuro and Osaka Nipponbashi locations from November 13 to December 13, 2026. The event will feature newly illustrated chibi characters wearing pastel-colored visors and holding parfait spoons, and will operate on a reservation-only basis every day.

Period: Nov 13, 2026〜Dec 13

“East Libe: Bonten Cafe” at E-DINER Ikebukuro Opens October 20!

The collaboration café “Tokyo Revengers Café in E-DINER -Bar Bonten-,” based on the hit TV anime “Tokyo Revengers” adapted from the manga by Ken Wakui, will be held at the E-DINER Ikebukuro Main Store from October 20 to November 8, 2026. Here, we’ll introduce collaboration food and drinks inspired by the eight members of Bonten, special coaster giveaways, a lottery exclusive to dine-in customers, 12 merchandise items also available at E-Ani in Osaka, and the days when reservations are required for dine-in seating.

Period: Oct 20, 2026〜Nov 8

Rilakkuma Book Café in Okayama and Iwate Opens November 13!

To commemorate the “Rilakkuma Certification 2027” exam—based on San-X’s popular character “Rilakkuma”—a “Rilakkuma Book Fair” will be held at 12 bookstores nationwide, Additionally, “Rilakkuma Book Cafés” will open sequentially starting November 13, 2026, at Unomachi Coffee Shop in Okayama and Vicky’s in Iwate. Here, we’ll introduce the collaboration menu items—such as honey toast and donuts—along with their prices, promotional stickers, BOOK FAIR-exclusive merchandise, and a list of participating bookstores.

Period: Nov 13, 2026〜Dec 27

Narushio × Glatte Event #3 at Animate Starts October 30!

The third collaboration between “Narushio”—a game developed and operated by KURO GAMES—and Animate’s “Gratte,” titled “Resonate with Gratte: Halloween ~Narushio x Gratte Part 3~,” will be held from October 30 to November 29, 2026, at participating Animate stores nationwide. We’ll introduce a selection of 16 types of lattes, cookies, and ice cream; Halloween-themed designs available exclusively on October 30 and 31; paid bonus acrylic coasters; a clear file campaign; commemorative merchandise; and a life-size standee panel at the Animate Ikebukuro Main Store.

Period: Oct 30, 2026〜Nov 29

“Saiki Kusuo’s Ψ-Trouble” Café Opens in Ikebukuro and Osaka on November 6!

The "ΨCHIC DINER" collaboration café for the anime *Saiki Kusuo's Ψ-Trouble* will be held at Charum Café in Ikebukuro, Tokyo, starting November 6, 2026, and at CAFE EPIC TALE in Nipponbashi, Osaka, starting December 9. Here’s a look at the merchandise featuring newly drawn illustrations of the characters dressed as diner staff, as well as order-bonus coasters and character-themed seating areas.

Period: Nov 6, 2026〜Nov 29

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“GaruCura” Special Exhibition at Anime Tokyo Station Opens November 14

A special exhibition for the original TV anime “Girls Band Cry (GaruKura),” presented by Toei Animation, will be held at Anime Tokyo Station in Ikebukuro from November 14, 2026, to January 31, 2027, with free admission. Here, we’ll introduce the exhibition’s highlights—including life-size acrylic stands, a scene recreation corner, a display of past live concert posters and CDs, a photo spot where you can dress up as Nana Izeri, and AR experience content—as well as the museum’s closing days.

Period: Nov 14, 2026〜Jan 31

“The Summer Hikari Died” Finale Commemorative Original Art Exhibition Set to Take Place in Tokyo in the Summer of 2027!

An exhibition of original artwork from the manga *The Summer the Light Died*—serialized by Mokumoku Ren in *Young Ace UP* and concluded with its final chapter released on October 20, 2026—is set to be held in Tokyo in the summer of 2027. An official X account for the exhibition has also been launched. Here, we’ll introduce the details announced so far, along with how this exhibition differs from the “The Summer the Light Died” anime exhibition held in 2025.

Period: Jul 1, 2027〜Dec 30

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“Demon Slayer: Iruma-kun” Animate Fair Starts December 5!

The “Anime ‘Demons Are Coming! Iruma-kun’ Animate Fair” for the anime “Demons Are Coming! Iruma-kun” will be held starting December 5, 2026, at a total of nine Animate locations—including the Ikebukuro Main Store, Akihabara Store, and Umeda Store—as well as through the Animate online store! In addition to the pre-release sale of new merchandise featuring original illustrations based on the “shopping” theme, the event will also feature “film-style illustration cards” (8 varieties total)—a fair bonus given with every 1,100 yen (tax included) spent on related merchandise—as well as 75mm pin badges as a bonus for purchasing a box set!

Period: Dec 5, 2026〜Dec 20

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