Illustrator NAGANO's creation, "Chiikawa," has taken the world by storm! Since its anime debut, its unique charm has captivated fans everywhere, spawning an endless array of merchandise and solidifying its status as a fandom favorite.
Last night (12/12), the official Chiikawa team announced that "CHiiKAWA SHOP in TAIPEI," Taiwan's first permanent store, will officially open its doors on December 27, 2025! This marks only the second permanent Chiikawa store outside of Japan.
To celebrate the grand opening, the official team has already unveiled the Taipei store's exclusive opening charms! These adorable limited-edition keychains feature Chiikawa, Hachiware, and Usagi sporting cute bunny ear hoods and tiny carrots on their backs. Fans on Japanese social media are already obsessed with these Taipei-exclusive designs, so it looks like even international fans will be lining up!
They also teased that some of Japan's new December merchandise will be simultaneously released at the Taipei store.
Plus, shoppers will receive a special limited-edition sticker featuring the Taipei store's unique visual design with any in-store purchase.
Previously, Chiikawa only appeared in Taiwan as pop-up shops, always drawing massive crowds and long lines. Now, with a permanent store finally opening, Taiwanese fans are absolutely buzzing with excitement! Mark your calendars for December 27, and get ready to pilgrimage to the new location at No. 19, Chang'an West Road, Zhongshan District, Taipei City – it's super convenient to get to. Fans, you've probably already cleared your schedules and prepped your wallets for this!
via： chiikawa info