The latest anime, manga, game, voice actor and movie collab news from Japan.
Lottery / Prizes / Gacha
Pre-orders for the “O-Bunugu to Issho” Gashapon series, “Mascot Figure Collection: Warm Up with Oden,” will begin on October 16, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. on Gashapon Online. The set features 7 types of figures, all newly illustrated for this Gashapon series, depicting stationery items transformed into oden ingredients such as hanpen, mochi pouches, and knotted kelp. Each play costs 300 yen (tax included).
Pop-up Store
A pop-up shop for the TV anime “Digimon Adventure” will open on November 6, 2026, at the wagon area below Staircase F on Tokyo Character Street! Items such as acrylic stands, pin badges, and charm pendants featuring newly drawn illustrations in the “Porter” style and graph art illustrations will be available, and a pre-sale with bonus items will begin on October 15.
Lottery / Prizes / Gacha
Bandai’s Gashapon “Cardcaptor Sakura: Marker Accessories 5” will go on sale in the fifth week of October 2026. This is the first time in the series that Sakura and her friends are featured in the lineup. The set includes a total of six designs—featuring characters in their costumes, as well as Sakura and Shaolan’s cherished teddy bears, all rendered in a plush-style design—for 300 yen per play (tax included).
Original Art Exhibition / Exhibition
The “Yukan Club Exhibition,” featuring the manga *Yukan Club* by Yukari Ichijo, will be held from December 19, 2026, to January 11, 2027, at SPACE1 on the 8th floor of Yurakucho Marui in Tokyo, and from February 12 to March 15, 2027, at Space Galleria KYOTO in Kyoto. This exhibition offers visitors the chance to fully immerse themselves in the world of the six troublemaking characters through a wealth of rare original artwork, and a key visual featuring the six characters dashing off in their winter outfits has been unveiled.
Pop-up Store
The limited-time “miffy style POP UP SHOP in Osaka Umeda,” a pop-up shop by the Miffy merchandise store “miffy style,” will be held at the Kiddyland Osaka Umeda store from October 31 to November 17, 2026! Limited-edition plush toys and mascots dressed in retro checkered and denim outfits, as well as bags and accessories. Additionally, customers who spend 11,000 yen (tax included) or more will receive a free tote bag, and in-store pre-orders will be accepted for the “TENSHODO × miffy” Nine Che Watch.
Merchandise
The first hands-on mystery-solving kit based on the TV anime “Atelier of the Pointed Hat,” created by Shirahama O, titled “Escape from the Magical Labyrinth Where the Dragon Lurks,” is now available. This single-player puzzle-solving kit, in which you draw magic circles with your own hands to solve puzzles and aim to escape from a magical labyrinth where a giant-scaled dragon lurks, goes on sale October 30!
Lottery / Prizes / Gacha
Studio Sota’s capsule toy “Monchhichi Mascot Keychain 5” will go on sale in November 2026. Featuring Monchhichi characters with angelic halos, hearts, and wings on their backs, this fifth installment marks the debut of Baby Monchhichi. The set includes a total of 6 varieties, priced at 400 yen per play (tax included).
Lottery / Prizes / Gacha
“Ichiban Kuji: With Stationery ~I’ve Shrunk!?~” will go on sale starting October 31, 2026, at FamilyMart and other locations, and will also be available on Ichiban Kuji ONLINE starting at 5:00 PM on November 24. The lineup features a total of 9 prizes, including merchandise featuring the stationery characters dressed in baby costumes as bees and ladybugs, talking plush toys that speak when you press their bellies, and a giant cushion measuring approximately 50 cm. Each draw costs 700 yen (tax included).
Pop-up Store
A pop-up shop for the 3D action shooter “Earth Defense Force,” titled “Earth Defense Force POP UP SHOP,” will be held at Bandai Namco Cross Store Tokyo (Ikebukuro Sunshine City) from October 24 to November 23, 2026! In addition to official merchandise from the D3P WEB SHOP, collaboration items with “Iijyan,” and venue-exclusive printed T-shirts, customers will receive an “EDF HISTORY Holo Sticker” bonus for every 2,000 yen (tax included) spent. as well as hands-on demos and tournaments for the latest title, *Earth Defense Force 6.2: Invaders from Another World*, and an exhibition of a life-size Ranger statue.
Lottery / Prizes / Gacha
All four varieties of SK Japan’s “Yu-Gi-Oh! Series: Mini-Kore! Mini Plush 2” prize items will be released sequentially starting in mid-November 2026 at amusement facilities nationwide and in online crane games. These palm-sized plushies are about two sizes smaller than the standard “plush mascots” and come with a ball chain, making them easy to attach to mini bags and other items.
Manga, Magazines, Light Novels
Volume 14, the latest installment of the popular manga *Long Summer on August 31* by Ito Ikaku—currently serialized in *Morning*—will be released on December 22, 2026!
News
The eighth collaboration between the anime “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba”—based on the popular manga by Koyoharu Gotouge—and Namco, titled “Chapter 8 in Namco,” has been announced. Namco-exclusive prizes and bonuses featuring original artwork by ufotable inspired by the theme of long autumn nights will be available at Namco and Namukure locations nationwide starting October 23!
Pop-up Store
To celebrate the streaming of Season 3 of the international anime series “Helluva Boss,” the “Helluva Boss POP UP STORE” will be held from October 22 to November 3, 2026, at the event space on the 1st floor of Sunshine City Alta in Ikebukuro! The event will feature a selection of popular items for sale, including blind-box plush toys, Youtooz plush toys, tote bags, and glow-in-the-dark pins. Additionally, customers will receive one Halloween-themed “Original Clear Card” (4 designs total) for every 3,300 yen (tax included) spent.
Fashion
The apparel brand “AS KNOW AS plus” is releasing Wzip sweatshirt hoodies featuring Sanrio characters. All four designs—Hello Kitty, Cinnamoroll, Pompompurin, and Kuromi—will go on sale starting at 6:00 p.m. on October 16 at stores and on ZOZOTOWN, among other retailers!
Fashion
Sanrio Characters’ “Fluffy and Soft Items” will go on sale starting October 17, 2026, at Shimamura stores nationwide and on the official online store, “Shimamura Park”! Practical everyday items—including storage cases, vanity pouches, round pouches, various bags, charms, bang clips, fluffy faux fur pin badges with a blind-stitched design, and women’s pullovers—made from soft, fluffy materials will be available starting at 649 yen!
Lottery / Prizes / Gacha
Two new Tama Fliu Prizes are now available from the original “Educational Program” series, based on the concept of “an educational program that doesn’t exist.” A large plush toy of Tama dozing off and a futon-themed reel pass case will be rolled out sequentially at amusement facilities nationwide starting in the fourth week of October!
Lottery / Prizes / Gacha
The “Kuma-domo” characters, a huge hit on social media, are now available as “Kuma-domo Landmark Accessories” on Gashapon Online! Pre-orders are open from 11:00 AM on October 16, 2026, through 11:59 PM on October 29! The lineup features all five types—Kumadomo, Babudomo, Kiredomo, Kanashidomo, and Akudomo—each with a lobster clasp and a silicone ring. Each play costs 300 yen (tax included), and items will be shipped to your home around late February 2027.
News
The “Azur Lane: Night at the Home Port · Magical Girl Project Series” event at 22 Curry will be held from October 24 to November 8, 2026, at 22 Curry in Akihabara, Tokyo. We’ll introduce the collaboration menu featuring curries and drinks inspired by characters in magical girl costumes, merchandise such as magic wands and acrylic stands, and special bonuses for ordering and purchasing items.
Fashion
A new fall collection of loungewear from the collaboration between Hello Kitty and the loungewear brand “Aimy’s Room” is now available exclusively at select Don Quijote and Apita stores. A total of nine items—including sweatshirts and pants featuring Hello Kitty appliqués and delicate lace—are now on sale and proving very popular!
Pop-up Store
To commemorate the 15th anniversary of “Horimiya,” the “Horimiya 15th POP UP SHOP” will kick off at Yurakucho Marui on December 4, 2026, and then tour four locations: Hakata Marui, Nagoya PARCO, and Namba Marui! Admission is free, and details have been revealed about the merchandise scheduled for sale, including three types of reproduction original illustrations autographed by HERO and Daisuke Hagiwara, plush mascots of Kyoko Hori and Isumi Miyamura, and collectible acrylic stand keychains (strawberry).
A "Re:Zero - Starting Life in Another World" Drink Stand Fair is being held on the 6th floor of Sofmap AKIBA Amusement Hall! There’s plenty to see, including merchandise featuring original illustrations and drinks inspired by the characters!
Period: Oct 29, 2026〜Nov 15
The “NEON DINER” collaboration between “HUNTER×HUNTER” and Animate Cafe will take place at Animate Cafe Ikebukuro No. 3 and Nagoya No. 2 starting November 13, 2026, and at Animate Cafe Standrish Fukuoka Tenjin starting November 19! The event will feature original merchandise with newly drawn illustrations, a collaboration menu inspired by Neon and Kurapika, coasters as a bonus for ordering menu items, and a hologram card giveaway campaign!
Period: Nov 13, 2026〜Dec 15
HoYoverse’s open-world RPG *Genshin Impact* will open its first official permanent café, “Genshin CAFE,” on January 20, 2027, on the 3rd floor of Yurakucho Marui in Tokyo. We’ll introduce the café’s key visual, based on the concept of “A detour on your journey,” as well as the limited-edition merchandise and food menu planned for release, and where to find future updates.
Period: Jan 20, 2027〜
The “Mochiwasa Day Collaboration Cafe,” based on the series “Mochiwasa Day” that depicts the daily lives of four cats and their owner, will be held at S-PiCK CAFE in Harajuku from November 3 to November 29, 2026. Here, we’ll introduce the full lineup of eight collaboration menu items themed around Mochi, Chikuwa, Warabi, and Satsuma, along with bonus items such as placemats and coasters, nine types of original merchandise, and how to make a reservation.
Period: Nov 1, 2026〜Nov 29
The third location of “sanrio house,” a brand developed in collaboration with Sanrio, will open on October 29, 2026, on the B1 floor of the West Wing at Nagoya PARCO. The brand’s first-ever café area will feature crepes topped with character-shaped marshmallows, soft-serve ice cream, and mini parfaits!
Period: Oct 29, 2026〜
Following the 2023 and 2025 events, the third collaboration café between the anime “The Apothecary’s Tale” and Sweets Paradise has been announced. Starting October 30, 2026, the event will be held sequentially at seven locations nationwide, including the SoLaDo Harajuku branch, and newly drawn illustrations of Momo and Jin dressed in autumn-themed outfits have also been unveiled!
Period: Oct 30, 2026〜Nov 23
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
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
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
A collaboration between “ALIEN STAGE” and Animate Cafe will take place from November 19 to December 10, 2026, at Animate Cafe locations in Ikebukuro, Nagoya, and Tennoji. This collaboration coincides with the “ALIEN STAGE” EXHIBITION. Reservations for all dates will be made by lottery, and details regarding the menu and merchandise will be announced at a later date.
Period: Nov 19, 2026〜Dec 10
The first large-scale exhibition for the light novel series “Date A Live” by Kōji Tachibana, titled “Date A Live Exhibition: Spirit Memorial,” will be held from April 9 to April 25, 2027, at Exhibition Hall A in Sunshine City, Ikebukuro, Tokyo. We’ll also introduce the promotional visual featuring Tohka in both her school uniform and Spirit Gear, as well as the all-new anime film “Date A Live F: Last Date,” which will be released in theaters starting March 26, 2027.
Period: Apr 9, 2027〜Apr 25
The Fukuoka leg of the “Limbus Company -Hell Chapter- EXHIBITION,” featuring Project Moon’s game “Limbus Company,” will be held from November 21 to December 13, 2026, at the Mitsukoshi Gallery on the 9th floor of Fukuoka Mitsukoshi. Here’s a look at ticket prices and sales periods, the 13 types of admission gifts featuring the prisoners and Dante, and the special shopping bag you’ll receive with any purchase of 5,000 yen or more.
Period: Nov 21, 2026〜Dec 13
A mini-exhibition titled “Kazunari Taira Photo Exhibition,” based on Yuu Nagira’s novel *Beautiful Him*, will be held at the Azabudai Hills Gallery Space starting November 21. The event—which is free to enter—will feature merchandise featuring original illustrations by Hitoshi Kitano, sales of original-design cans, and a display of rough sketches!
Period: Nov 21, 2026〜Nov 29
An exhibition commemorating the 55th anniversary of Kamen Rider will be held at Yomiuri Land’s Good Job!! Space starting Saturday, November 21, 2026. In addition to standing figures of all 37 Kamen Riders from Kamen Rider No. 1 to Mice, as well as props used in filming, the exhibition will also feature a Kamen Rider making its debut at this event!
Period: Nov 21, 2026〜Jan 11
"STRICT-G," an apparel shop inspired by the "Gundam" series, and “HiKESHi SPiRiT” will host the “HiKESHi SPiRiT × STRICT-G POPUP SHOP” starting October 31, 2026, at HiKESHi SPiRiT Asakusa Store No. 1 and HiKESHi SPiRiT Otokumi in Asakusa, Tokyo! The event will feature the Fall/Winter 2026 collection for *Mobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM*—the first installment of the new “STRICT-G RUNWAY” project—as well as collaborative merchandise from “STRICT-G JAPAN” and “HiKESHi SPiRiT.” A collaboration café is also scheduled to open at HiKESHi SPiRiT Otonomi.
Period: Oct 31, 2026〜Nov 30
DomDom Hamburger’s pop-up shop, “DOMDOM POPUP SHOP at Futaba Books,” will kick off on November 7, 2026, at the Futaba Books TSUTAYA TERA Aeon Mall Fukuoka store, and will then tour a total of four Futaba Books locations in Fukuoka and Hiroshima Prefectures! Domdom Burger merchandise will be on sale, including ball-chain plush toys and rubber mascot keychains featuring Domzou-kun and his friends, pixel-embroidered long-sleeve T-shirts, tote bags, and Domzou-kun die-cut rugs.
Period: Nov 7, 2026〜Apr 25
The pop-up shop for “Chiropino Quest!! ~An Adventure Journey with You~” will kick off at Shibuya Moddy on November 6, 2026, and tour four locations nationwide: Nagoya Global Gate, Hakata Marui, and Umeda LUCUA South! In addition to selling original merchandise themed around their original song “Futari Quest!,” the Shibuya Moddy location will feature the first-ever meet-and-greet with the “Chiro” and “Pino” mascot costumes (a photo session by lottery), a prize draw for shoppers, and a free shopping bag for purchases of 4,400 yen or more (including tax).
Period: Nov 6, 2026〜Jan 31
A pop-up shop for the manga *Shirana-nandesu* by Marka Konoshima, titled “Shirana-nandesu POP UP SHOP at Kinokuniya Bookstore,” will be held at the Kinokuniya Shinjuku Main Store from November 18 to December 13, 2026! Merchandise such as trading pin badges, acrylic stands, mouse pads, and T-shirts featuring panel art and color illustrations from the original manga will be available for pre-sale. Additionally, customers will receive a postcard (10 varieties total) with every 2,000 yen purchase, and special bonuses will be offered for purchasing box sets of pin badges.
Period: Nov 18, 2026〜Dec 13
The “POP UP SHOP in GEO” for the TV anime “Sergeant Keroro☆” will be held starting November 6, 2026, at 50 participating GEO stores nationwide and the online store “viviON BLUE”! Items such as pairs of acrylic stands, clear files, and collectible pin badges featuring newly drawn illustrations of six characters—including Keroro and Fuyuki—will be on sale, and customers will receive a bonus postcard with every 2,000 yen (tax included) spent on eligible merchandise.
Period: Nov 6, 2026〜Nov 26
