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Pokémon Center's 30th Anniversary "Timeless Adventure" Collection Brings Galar Gym Badges and More!

2026-10-01 15:35:00

The official Pokemon store Pokémon Center remains a huge draw for fans, with locations across Japan regularly packed with shoppers. The retailer continues to roll out new themed merchandise and has n ...

Japan Post Teams Up with "Kirby" for a Cable-Knit Collection Featuring Kagami Mochi Kirby!

2026-09-30 23:59:25

Japan Post has a long history of teaming up with anime franchises, with past collaborations featuring Chiikawa, Yu-Gi-Oh!, and Neon Genesis Evangelion. Many of these limited-edition releases have beco ...

STRICT-G Unveils First "Mobile Suit Gundam" × hololive Collection With Six Talent-Inspired Emblem Designs

2026-09-30 17:58:26

Gundam’s official fashion label STRICT-G has built a loyal following through apparel collaborations with major Japanese and American brands. The label has now announced the first wave of merchandise ...

"Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of Mermaid Island" Gets Three Adorable Popcorn Buckets in Korea, Leaving Japanese Fans Jealous

2026-09-29 22:53:29

Chiikawa’s first animated feature, Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of Mermaid Island, has been a box-office hit since opening on July 24. Bolstered by a steady stream of theater-exclusive bonuses, it ...

OxiClean x "Chiikawa" Limited-Edition Tub Brings Chiikawa’s Manga Miracle Cleaner to Life!

2026-09-29 06:34:02

Illustrator Nagano’s Chiikawa took the world by storm in no time, with its delightfully distinctive style winning even more fans after the anime debuted. This year’s theatrical film has pushed the f ...

Starbucks Japan x "Pokemon" Unveils 41-Piece Merch Collection, Including Kanto Starter Bottles and a Poké Ball Straw Tumbler, Launching September 30

2026-09-24 23:47:46

Starbucks Japan is teaming up with Pokemon for the Pokemon + Starbucks collection, launching September 30. The 41-piece lineup covers insulated bottles, mugs, and coffee-brewing gear, with Poké Ball ...

ONE PIECE BASE SHOP nuimee Plush Pencil Cases Hide Shirahoshi Inside Megalo and Give Laboon Luffy’s Jolly Roger

2026-09-23 15:33:27 Scheduled Release:Oct 2026

The official ONE PIECE flagship store, ONE PIECE BASE SHOP, is launching its new “nuimee Plush Pencil Cases,” transforming Megalo and Laboon into soft, huggable stationery holders. Open Megalo’s mo ...

niko and... x Jujutsu Kaisen Collaboration: Easy-to-Style Apparel and Goods Unleash Domain Expansion!

2026-09-20 22:50:11

The third season of the Jujutsu Kaisen anime, "Culling Game Part 1," wrapped up intensely in March with the "Sendai Colony Arc." Thanks to MAPPA's meticulous production and the series' inherent popula ...

ANNA SUI x Puella Magi Madoka Magica Unveil Stunning Collaboration: Wallets, Bags, and Soul Gem Necklaces!

2026-09-19 15:16:48

The popular anime series Puella Magi Madoka Magica, which sees the release of its first new film in over a decade this year, "Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie -Walpurgisnacht: Rising-", recently an ...

Pokémon Center Drops New Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket Merch: Your Favorite Cards Are Now Fashion and Lifestyle Items!

2026-09-18 18:20:05

The official Pokémon store, Pokémon Center, is always a massive hit in Taiwan, and it's no different in Japan, with stores consistently packed with fans. They've just announced a brand-new lineup of ...

AIR TWOKYO x Dragon Ball GT Collaboration: Iconic Scenes Come to Life in Apparel and Merchandise!

2026-09-18 16:42:36

AIR TWOKYO, the brand that redefines anime pop culture with its original illustration designs, previously announced popular collaborations with hit anime series like Frieren: Beyond Journey's End and ...

Shogakukan-Shueisha Productions Unveils New 'J,in Life' Series: Bring JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Style to Your Everyday with Leather & Japanese Goods!

2026-09-17 03:59:37

ShoPro (Shogakukan-Shueisha Productions) is dropping a brand-new project, "J,in Life," on ShoPro Mall! This exciting new line is all about bringing the epic vibes of the JoJo's Bizarre Adventure anime ...

HORI x Pokemon Umbreon & Espeon Switch Series Controllers & Storage Set: Starlight Night Design for Your Console!

2026-09-16 20:03:32

HORI, a company renowned for its gaming peripherals, has announced a dazzling new line of accessories for the Nintendo Switch series! These new items are themed after the incredibly popular Eeveelutio ...

Suica Penguin Fair FINAL Hits Tokyo Station GRANSTA! 24 Exclusive Goods & Sweets to Bid Farewell to a 25-Year Icon

2026-09-15 02:44:23

The beloved Suica Penguin, who has been accompanying travelers since Suica's debut in 2001, is set to retire as Suica's official mascot at the end of fiscal year 2026, specifically by late March 2027. ...

"Chiikawa Land" Transforms for Halloween with Autumn Limited-Time Event! Halloween-Themed Decorations & Merchandise Launch Late September

2026-09-14 03:18:29

Chiikawa Land, the first large-scale experiential facility for Chiikawa, which opened last year in the Sunshine City Annex in Ikebukuro, Tokyo, has just announced a limited-time Halloween event! Durin ...

STRICT-G JAPAN Mobile Suit Gundam Kutani Ware Small Plate Set: Traditional Craft Meets Gundam Design!

2026-09-11 19:07:12

STRICT-G, the official Gundam fashion brand, has a sub-brand called "STRICT-G JAPAN" that consistently offers consumers fresh choices by blending traditional Japanese culture and art into its products ...

Japan Post Unveils "Detective Conan" 30th TV Anime Anniversary Limited Merchandise Series, Featuring Original Stamps & Exclusive Goods!

2026-09-09 14:55:31

Japan Post has a long history of collaborating with popular anime IPs to release exclusive merchandise. Past team-ups with JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, "Yu-Gi-Oh!", and Chiikawa have proven incredibly po ...

Gowell x Pokémon Collaboration: Ditto Transforms into a Neck Pillow and More Travel Gear!

2026-09-05 05:46:18

Japanese travel goods brand gowell, from Trade Works Inc., boasts 40 years of history, specializing in designing and producing practical items perfect for travel and business trips. They've recently a ...

CAFFÈ VELOCE Celebrates 40th Anniversary With Adorable Black Cat Plush and Drinkware

2026-09-04 20:43:26 Scheduled Release:Sep 2026

Japanese coffeehouse chain CAFFÈ VELOCE celebrated its 40th anniversary with three limited-edition releases: a Black Cat Plush, Black Cat Plush Charm, and Black Cat Charm Bottle. Priced at 2,800 yen, ...

Pokémon Center Conjures Up "Magic Hour Illusion!" Halloween Merch Line Led by Zoroark

2026-09-04 16:39:25

The official Pokémon merchandise hub, the Pokémon Center, is a massive hit with fans worldwide, and its stores in Japan are constantly buzzing with crowds. Now, it's announced a brand-new Halloween- ...