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Gundam Gets New Plastic Model Partly Made From Recycled Wood, Even Has Wood Scent

Gunpla goes sustainable with new 1/144 RX-78-2 Gundam model ― When Mobile Suit Gundam hit the Nagoya airwaves in 1979, it took a bit for the series to really gain traction. This may have been due to the perception that anime was a medium for children's programming (although 1974s Space Battleship Yamato should have shown otherwise). So when the initial Gundam toys came out they were marketed towards ...
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Detective Conan Franchise to Release New Card Game on May 4

Detective Conan rejoins annals of card game history with Meitantei Conan Card Game ― The history of collectible and trading cards is long to say the least. Over the past century and a half, those cards have evolved into the modern tabletop card games (commonly known as TCGs). While the progenitor TCG is often thought of to be Magic: The Gathering, other popular TCGs include the Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card...
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The National Gallery in London Partners with Detective Conan for 30th Anniversary Goods

East meets West in Detective Conan's 30th anniversary collaboration with art by Van Gogh, Monet, more ― In January 1994, Weekly Shonen Sunday introduced Japan to one of its most iconic characters, Shinichi Kudo and his alias, Conan Edogawa from Gosho Aoyama's Detective Conan (also known as Case Closed). It wasn't long until the manga was adapted into an anime series of the same name in 1996. Since th...
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Dragon Ball Z Reese's Puffs Cereal is Now Part of a Balanced Super Saiyan Breakfast

Dragon Ball Z... for breakfast?! Dragon Ball Z... for breakfast?! General Mills's Reese's Puffs cereal is rocking the dragon with a limited-time collaboration with Dragon Ball Z. The DBZ cereal comes in seven different collectible boxes, each featuring a different character: Goku, Vegeta, Trunks, Piccolo, Cell, Frieza, and Majin Buu. There is also an eighth box featuring the wish-granting dragon Sh...
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Evangelion's Progressive Knife Is Now a Toy With Lights & Sounds

Live out your dreams of dealing with Angels with Premium Bandai's Progressive Knife PKN-01C ― In the world of Neon Genesis Evangelion merchandise, much of the space is taken up by figures and models, be they posable models of Eva units or statuettes of the different characters (predominantly the female characters). Very few of what we would consider "toys" have been made for the franchise, and the fe...
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Raise a Glass to Celebrate Final Fantasy XIV Game's 10th Anniversary with Its Very Own Wine

California's The Prisoner Wine Company collaborates again to create collectible wine ― Now here's a Final Fantasy XIV collectible that deserves a special spot on your shelf, and will definitely hit your taste bud's good spot. To celebrate its 10th anniversary, Final Fantasy XIV once again collaborated with American wine company The Prisoner, to make the "The Prisoner for Final Fantasy XIV [10th Anniv...
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Get Pumped with These Mononoke Heels

The Medicine Seller spends a lot of time on his feet in the series, and now, he can spend a lot of time on yours ― Fashion brand Mayla is bringing the supernatural world of Mononoke right to your feet in a series of fashionable heels. The brand revealed on December 11 it will be releasing two new pumps inspired by the character of the Medicine Seller from the popular anime. The first "Kusuriuri" (Med...
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Mercedes-Benz Produces Limited-Run PlayStation 5 Car

2 titans of auto and gaming industries come together for limited-edition collaboration ― For nearly 100 years, the German car manufacturer Mercedes-Benz has been making luxury vehicles. Among the company's vehicles, the A-Class small luxury car is one of its most popular. Now, in a surprising partnership between Mercedes-Benz Italy and Sony, they are producing a limited run of PlayStation 5 inspired ...
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Dress as Ranma in New Felissimo x Ranma 1/2 Collaboration

Have you ever wanted your daily clothes to be like Ranma's? ― In August 1987, legendary manga author Rumiko Takahashi released the well-loved manga series Ranma ½. In fact, the manga was so well-loved it only took two years for the series to be adapted into a popular anime. Even today, the series maintains a following with reruns on Japanese local TV stations and got a Weekly Shonen Sunday 50th Anniv...
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Different Merch to Remind Us How Gullible Frieren is When it Comes to the Mimic

Relive Frieren's most graceful act in a plush toy, pin, and more ― So far, the Frieren: Beyond Journey's End anime has had a number of memorable scenes (Spoilers ahead for the most current episodes). There's Stark defeating a dragon more than 50x his size in episode 6, Fern keeping her cool (and her mana at minimum level) while fighting Lügner in episode 9, Frieren effortlessly defeating Aura in epis...
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Expand Your Domain with Jujutsu Kaisen Crocs

Footwear inspired by Gojo, Yuji, and Sukuna's finger ― Crocs and Crunchyroll are teaming up to bring the world of Gege Akutami's Jujutsu Kaisen manga to your feet. The new Crocs collection came out in November and features clogs based on Gojo and Yuji, with Yuji's shoes coming in kids sizes. For slipper fans, the collection has you covered too with a pair of classic slides that still have room for Ji...
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Ikebukuro on the Rise, Akiba on the Decline with Otaku's Next Generation

Akihabara: the home of otaku from all around the world. But a recent article points to a new contender for the throne. ― Akihabara: the home of otaku from all around the world. But a recent article points to a new contender for the throne. For more than 20 years, Akihabara has claimed the title of “Home of Otaku.” It's no wonder why, since the town is inundated with anime, manga, idol, and other sub-...
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Bobobo-bo Bo-bobo x Precure Collide in Absurd Collab

What happens when you mix Pretty Cure with one of the most absurd anime of the past 20 years? You get a Bobobo-bo Bo-bobo! and Pretty Cure collaboration. ― What happens when you mix Pretty Cure with one of the most absurd anime of the past 20 years? You get a Bobobo-bo Bo-bobo! and Pretty Cure collaboration. Two very iconic anime series of their time, Bobobo-bo Bo-bobo! and Pretty Cure, recently team...
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Pokémon Sizzlipede Is Now a Comfy Chair

Do you love the idea of sitting with your Pokémon? Well now you'll have the chance to sit on one. ― Do you love the idea of sitting with your Pokémon? Well now you'll have the chance to sit on one. The amount of merchandise The Pokémon Company releases each year is unsurprising. And among all the toys, plush dolls, and all sorts of other items, some of the largest merchandise items they sell are the ...
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Let Godzilla Stomp on Your Documents with the New, Personalized Godzilla Stamp

Choose your paper monster from 26 designs ― Godzilla, the giant lizard monster, is known for rampaging through the city and stomping on cars, houses, sometimes even on humans, or whatever its feet land on. But how about, you let Godzilla stamp on your documents? Hanko (Japanese for stamp or seal) company Okada Shokai announced on Tuesday its collaboration with the Godzilla franchise, and launched the...
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Cosplay Your Toddler as Yu Yu Hakusho's Koenma in New Baby Doll Collaboration

Are you a parent of a newborn and love the character Koenma from Yu Yu Hakusho? Clothing brand Baby Doll has you covered. ― Are you a parent of a newborn and love the character Koenma from Yu Yu Hakusho? Clothing brand Baby Doll has you covered. In December 1990 manga author Yoshihiro Togashi began his series Yu Yu Hakusho in Weekly Shonen Jump. Since then, the series gained massive popularity both i...
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Bocchi the Rock! Gets an Official Guitar for 128,000 Yen

Shred some power-cords on the new Bocchi the Rock Gibson guitar ― Shred some power-cords on the new Bocchi the Rock! Gibson guitar. In the series Bocchi the Rock! the main character Hitori Goto is the lead guitarist and leader of her band. Thus, she is often seen with a guitar. Now, fans of the series can buy that same guitar through Aniplex+. 🄶🄾🄾🄳🅂/𝑴𝒚 𝑵𝒆𝒘 𝑮𝒆𝒂𝒓...\Epiphone BY Gibson ”BOCCHI”EDITIONが...
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Is Gundam 0080 a Christmas Anime? Sunrise Says Yes with Xmas Screening

The Greatest Christmas Gundam debate that never was, also now settled with 1/144 Santa figure ― The greatest Chirstmas Gundam debate that never was ... is now settled by Sunrise and the Emotion label. In a live-stream on November 17 on the EMOTION Label Channel Youtube channel, Haruka Mori, Mukai Tenshin, Mafia Kajida, and Ryusuke Hikawa announced that for Emotion's 40th anniversary the six-part OVA...
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Mister Donut and Pokémon Team Up Again for Christmas Collaboration

So, you like Pokémon and donuts? Well, what about Pokémon donuts? ― So, you like Pokémon and donuts? Well, what about Pokémon donuts? It's that time of year again when the Japanese donut shop Mister Donut does its Christmas Pokémon collaboration. Now in its sixth year, Mister Donut will be selling Pokémon-themed donuts again for Christmas 2023. かわいいと思ったらいいね❤️ ̄ ̄)/ ̄ ̄ ̄ ̄ ̄ ̄ ̄ ̄ ̄ ̄ 🌟本日11月8日(水)新発売🌟⌁⌁⌁⌁⌁⌁⌁⌁⌁💛⌁...
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Takara Tomy / Tomica Collab with Ghibli Continues with New Toy Cars

Studio Ghibli and Takara Tomy toy brand Tomica collide for fun new Ghibli-themed cars ― Studio Ghibli and Takara Tomy toy brand Tomica collide for fun new Ghibli-themed cars. Since November 2022, the Japanese toy company Takara Tomy through its Tomica brand has teamed with Studio Ghibli to bring fans toy cars based on different Ghibli movies. To this point, Tomica has released nine such toy cars. But...
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Get a Grand Order in McDonald's Fate Collaboration

Have it your way with McDonald's Japan & Fate/Grand Order this Christmas! ― McDonald's is no stranger to collaborations with big name properties. For Christmas 2023, though, McDonald's Japan is teaming up with videogame company Type-Moon to bring a Christmas-themed Fate/Grand Order (FGO) collaboration. On November 29, McDonald's Japan announced its collaboration with the mobile game Fate/Grand Order....
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Asus Apologizes, Offers Replacements for Evangelion Typo on Its ROG Motherboards

Graphics on 'ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO EVA-02 EDITION' motherboards read 'Evangenlion' ― Asus posted an apology for a misprint on its 'ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO EVA-02 EDITION' motherboard on its Republic of Gamers (ROG) website on November 15. The motherboard features the red, black, and orange color scheme from Asus's 'ROG x Evangelion' range as well as artwork from the Neon Genesis Evangelion anime franch...
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Gear Up for Winter With a Gaming Kotatsu Futon

No promises about improving your gaming skills ― Gamers can keep warm this winter without putting the pause on gaming action with the new kotatsu futon comforter from Bauhatte. The company advertises that this comforter can transform any kotatsu (Japanese-style low table over a comforter with a heater underneath) for use while gaming. The kotatsu futon BHK-2500KF features arm slots, so players can re...
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Digimon Adventure 02 Kids Are All Grown-Up, So Here's Their Official Liquor

For nostalgic times, make it Digimon time ― The children from Digimon Adventure 02 are all grown up in the new Digimon movie. And with grown-up characters come some grown-up drinks. デジモンと共に歩んだすべての大人たちへ。#デジモン02ビギニング 公開記念「選ばれし大人たちのお酒」表ラベルに ”選ばれし子どもたち” の成長した姿を、裏ラベルにパートナーデジモンたちを描いた、絆と成長と思い出のお酒。🔽 ページはこちらhttps://t.co/flnZsipCep#デジモン #Digimon pic.twitter.com/rqTXOK78Eg— 「クランド」クラフト酒のお店 (@KURAND_INFO) October...
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Yoasobi's Frieren CD Treasure Box Includes Original Short Story — Written on a Paper Scroll

Limited-edition single launches on December 13 ― The official CD single for Yoasobi's "Yūsha" (Hero), the opening theme song for the Frieren: Beyond Journey's End (Sōsō no Frieren) television anime, is truly and literally a treasure. This limited-edition treasure box includes an original short story "Sōsō" written for the song "Yūsha" and supervised by series' author Kanehito Yamada. If that is not e...
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Pull Tissue From the Head Orifice of Dragon Ball's Saibamen

Even Yamcha's voice Toru Furuya is reliving the trauma ― Have you ever wanted to recreate one of Yamcha's deaths from Dragon Ball Z? Well, now you can with Premium Bandai's new pocket tissue case. In the 22nd episode of Dragon Ball Z, the world was introduced to the infamous Saibamen (also known as Saibaiman in Japanese) — creatures spawned from seeds. About as strong as most of the Z fighters, Yamch...
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The Very First Precure Transformation Item Is Recreated for Grown-up Fans

Relive your fantasies of becoming Cure Black or Cure white with this reissued merch ― Did you miss your chance to yell “Dual Aura Wave” while holding a Card Commun in 2004? Well, now's your chance to do it with Premium Bandai's Precure 20th Anniversary Pretty Memories Futari wa Pretty Cure Card Commun. It's hard to believe it's the 20th anniversary of the Pretty Cure franchise. Starting back in 2004 ...
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Good Smile Offers Sesame Ball... as a Plastic Model with 900+ Parts

It takes will and skill to build this ball ― Who knew a small dessert like a sesame ball could be this mouth-watering and painstaking?! The Good Smile Company website opened preorders for StudioSYUTO's Sesame Ball Plastic Model, complete with 900 plus parts, on Friday. If you're up to creating this sweet snack's replica while drooling, get ready to put together 900 tiny sesame seeds. We did the count...
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One Piece Card Game Introduces Special Set for Netflix Live-Action Series

Set of 9 cards launch in Japanese in February 2024, English in April 2024 ― The One Piece is real! As it turns out, the big treasure was a special set of trading cards, in addition to the friends we made along the way, of course. The One Piece Card Game is about to achieve wealth, fame, and power with a premium collection based on Netflix's Hollywood live-action series. The set of nine cards, featuri...
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Now You Can Buy Amuro's Underpants From Gundam

Boxers come in teen & grown-up styles ― Premium Bandai is offering Gundam fans the chance to own a pair (or two) of Amuro Ray's boxers. The anime merchandiser's in-house web store is offering two variants of the character's striped boxers: the style seen on Amuro as a scrawny teen in the first Gundam anime, and the style seen on Amuro as a buff and swole grown-up in the Mobile Suit Gundam: Char's Cou...
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Now You Too Can Rock Yor's Dress and Anya's Uniform from Spy×Family

You can also wear a super comfy-looking Bond hoodie. ― Fashion brand Peach John has announced a lineup of clothing inspired by the hit anime SPY×FAMILY—including loungeware based on Anya's school uniform and lingerie based on Yor's iconic assassin's dress. Scroll down for the full list! Loungewear (Anya Forger) - 8008 yen (Approx. USD 53.61) Lingerie (Yor Forger) - 7678 yen (Approx. USD 53.61) Hoodie...
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Oshi no Ko T-Shirts and Accessories Pulled Right Out of the Anime

Attention cosplayers! Fashion brand Bancore! is currently selling several items from hit anime Oshi no Ko, including some T-shirts and accessories worn by the characters in the show. ― Attention cosplayers! Fashion brand Bancore! is currently selling several items from the hit anime Oshi no Ko, including some T-shirts and accessories worn by the characters in the show. [Oshi no ko] Hair Accessory (Ai...
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Japan Getting New Final Fantasy VII-Themed Desserts and Candies

Apparently, Tifa is chestnut flavored while Aerith is plain old chocolate. (Sephiroth is milk-caramel.) ― The popular Japanese cafe and sweet shop chain, Fujiya is doing a collaboration with Square Enix for the release of Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis. You can get your hands on things like a Fat Chocobo Cake and themed macarons for a limited time. Here's the full list of items available: {FFVII EC C...
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Japanese McDonald's Happy Meals to Feature SPY×FAMILY Stickers and Coloring Book

Starting this week, McDonald's Japan will be collaborating with two anime: SPY×FAMILY and Chiikawa. ― Starting this week, McDonald's Japan will be collaborating with two anime: SPY×FAMILY and Chiikawa. Happy Meals in Japan will include at random either A) a SPY×FAMILY-themed coloring book with a mixture of coloring sheets and SPY×FAMILY stickers or B) one of five sets of three McDonald's-themed Chii...
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UNIQLO Launches Chainsaw Man x Kosuke Kawamura UT Fashion Collection

Chainsaw Man fans, brace yourself for a new fashion wave celebrating the fandom with rocking styles. ― Global apparel retailer UNIQLO announced the launch of the “Chainsaw Man x Kosuke Kawamura UT” collection from its graphic T-shirt brand UT (UNIQLO T-shirt) in the United States and Canada. The collection will be available globally, but launch dates vary by region. The collection launched in the U.S...
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CASETiFY and One Piece Team Up to Restock a Sold-Out Collectible with a New Twist

Are you a One Piece fan? Did you miss the Golden Transponder Snail AirPods Case on its release? If your answer is yes, then we have very good news for you! ― Global lifestyle accessory brand CASETiFY announced it is rereleasing one of its most popular products, the Golden Transponder Snail AirPods Case, from its One Piece collaboration on August 25. This time, CASETiFY includes a limited edition Soul...
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Make Christmas Special with These Ugly Yu Yu Hakusho Sweaters

Like Yu Yu Hakusho? How about ugly Christmas Sweaters? Then boy have I got the thing for you. ― Like Yu Yu Hakusho? How about ugly Christmas Sweaters? Then boy, have I got the thing for you. Let me introduce you to the “Yu Yu Hakusho Ugly Sweater” collection—and yes, that is their official name. With the resurgence of 90s otaku culture in Japan comes these five Yu Yu Hakusho-themed sweaters made by P...
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100 Thieves, Higround Release Dragon Ball Z Apparel, Tech Accessories

100 Thieves will offer an 12-piece apparel and accessories collection. Higround will release a collection of 10 keyboards with five unique designs, five mousepads, and one jelly bag. ― August 30 will be a special day for Dragon Ball Z fans. A new merchandise line will launch in collaboration with 100 Thieves (a fashion brand), Higround (a gaming peripheral brand), Toei Animation, and Crunchyroll. 100...
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Kyoto Animation Characters Get Super-Sized Plushies

Each squishy character is approximately 100cm (39in) tall and limited to only 100 plushies. ― This Dera Mochimazzi's size matches his appetite for mochi! Giant plush brand Doqute opened reservations for a series of plushies from Kyoto Animation series, including Tamako Market, Love, Chunibyo & Other Delusions!, Hyouka, Beyond the Boundary, and Sound Euphonium! Each squishy character is approximately ...
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Train Your Cursed Technique in Secretlab Jujutsu Kaisen Gaming Chair

The Secretlab TITAN Evo chair is getting a curse-breaking crossover timed for the recent premiere of the anime series. ― The hit anime series Jujutsu Kaisen is teaming up with Secretlab for a new edition of its popular gaming chair. The Secretlab TITAN Evo chair is getting a curse-breaking crossover timed for the recent premiere of the anime series. The chair is upholstered in dark navy Secretlab NEO...
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Levi's Princess Mononoke Clothing Line is Wearable Art

Levi Strauss Japan announced on Thursday a new clothing line collaboration between the popular jeans brand and Studio Ghibli's classic 90s film Princess Mononoke. ― Levi Strauss Japan announced on Thursday a new clothing line collaboration between the popular jeans brand and Studio Ghibli's classic 90s film Princess Mononoke. But more than just slapping a special patch onto a pair of jeans and callin...
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Evangelion x final Collaboration Features EVA-inspired Wireless Earphones

The wireless earphones, EVA2020 were first released back in July 2020 with three models, each inspired by an Evangelion model from the franchise. ― Looking to add to your merch collection, Evangelion fans? Consider these EVA-inspired wireless earphones, released in collaboration with final, a Japanese brand specializing in hi-fi audio. The wireless earphones, EVA2020, were first released back in July...
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One Piece x atmos Releases Special Edition T-Shirts for Manga's 25th Anniversary

The collection launched on July 22 and features a lineup of two special edition printed T-shirts with "an arrangement drawn" by Eiichiro Oda. ― It has been a long journey, One Piece fans. Streetwear retailer atmos teamed-up with the legendary series for a Special Collaboration Collection to celebrate the manga's (ongoing) 25th anniversary. View this post on Instagram A post shared by atmos USA (@atmo...
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Sailor Moon and Friends Get Hello Kitty-fied in New Merch

With the release of the Sailor Moon Cosmos anime films in Japan, comes a new wave of Sailor Moon merch—including a crossover collaboration with Hello Kitty and the other Sanrio characters ― With the release of the Sailor Moon Cosmos anime films in Japan, comes a new wave of Sailor Moon merch—including a crossover collaboration with Hello Kitty and the other Sanrio characters. For this collaboration, ...
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Horoscope Kirby Lip Balm Designs are Too Cute

Lovisia is currently selling a series of lip balms and lip balm holders featuring Kirby reimagined as different zodiac signs. ― Lovisia is currently selling a series of lip balms and lip balm holders featuring everyone's favorite pink puff, Kirby, in Japan. But more than that, there are 12 different versions of this product—each one featuring Kirby reimagined as a different zodiac sign. They're mind-...
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My Hero Academia and NBA Fashion Collaboration Announced

Love My Hero Academia? How about professional basketball? My Hero Academia/NBA apparel is on its way! ― Love My Hero Academia? How about professional basketball? Then I have got news for you. My Hero Academia, TOHO animation, Crunchyroll, the NBA, NBALAB, and HYPERFLY are coming together to produce a series of NBA/My Hero Academia apparel items. This collaboration will see the characters from My Her...
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Jujutsu Kaisen's Satoru Gojo & Suguru Geto Are Ready for a Day at the Beach in New Okinawa Collaboration Merch

New merch available only in Naha airport includes pin badges, key chains, tapestries ― Just in time for summer vacation, the island of Okinawa is partnering with the new season of the Jujutsu Kaisen anime for some merch of Satoru Gojo and Suguru Geto all decked out for a day on the beach. TVアニメ「呪術廻戦」懐玉・玉折、沖縄コラボのアカウントです。開催情報、商品情報などを発信していきます。沖縄コラボの詳細はこちら!随時更新していきます。▼特設サイトhttps://t.co/gmGYRSB7Bf#呪術廻戦 pi...
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You Too Can Drink Titan Spinal Fluid in New G FUEL Energy Drink's Attack on Titan Collaboration

Apparently titan spine juices taste like green tea ― Attack on Titan fans: ever wanted to know what a titan's spinal fluid tastes like? Well now you can find out since energy drink company G FUEL will launch a "G FUEL Spinal Fluid" drink in collaboration with the Attack on Titan franchise. The green tea-flavored energy drink will be available for pre-order on June 26. G FUEL describes the drink: When...
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Man Steals 2.2 Million Yen in Pokémon Cards

One card was reportedly worth up to 180,000 yen (US$1,288) ― NHK reported on Tuesday that a 25-year-old company worker was arrested in Tokyo on suspicion of stealing 2.2 million yen (about US$15,738) worth of Pokémon trading cards from a store in Yamanashi Prefecture's Fujiyoshida City. One card was reportedly worth up to 180,000 yen (US$1,288). The police reported that the suspect, Yūki Murakami fro...
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Transformers Toys Contribute to JAXA's Space Program

JAXA, Takara Tomy team up to develop small-scale transforming robot for precision landing on the moon ― How's this for a cutting-edge toy idea? Takara Tomy is partnering with the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) and other organizations to develop a miniscule transforming robot inspired by the Transformers series. This robot, called SORA-Q, will be equipped to JAXA's Smart Lander for Investig...
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Persona 5 Royal LED Lamps Will Light Up Your Fandom

Nine designs available for US$35 each ― The anime LED lamp brand Otaku Lamps launched a Persona 5 Royal tie-in line on Tuesday. Each lamp costs US$35, and comes with 16 changeable colors, a variety of settings and modes, a remote control, and thematic packaging. The lamp designs are as follows: Joker Ryuji (Skull) Ann (Panther) Morgana (Mona) Yusuke (Fox) Makoto (Queen) Futaba (Oracle) Haru (Noir) Ph...
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One-of-a-Kind Yu-Gi-Oh! Card Receives US$100,000 Bid in 1st Hour of eBay Auction

"Tyler the Great Warrior" card was created for child cancer patient Tyler Gressle in 2005 ― The rarest Yu-Gi-Oh! card in existence—"Tyler the Great Warrior," which was only ever printed once—surpassed US$150,000 in bids as of Thursday. The card first went on auction on eBay on Wednesday. YouTube documentary maker Alex Cimo, who interviewed the card's owner Tyler Gressle, told ANN that the card receiv...
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Street Fighter Keyboards Hit Higround Store Internationally on April 19

Basecamp 65, Summit 65 models available for pre-order for one week in Europe, Japan, United States ― Following the heels of its Jujutsu Kaisen, Attack on Titan, and Sega collaborations, the lifestyle and gaming peripheral brand Higround announced on Monday that it will launch pre-orders for a Street Fighter gaming equipment collection on its online store from April 19 at 12 p.m. PST (3 p.m. EDT) to A...
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Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid Gets Limited Edition Whiskey Blend

Each bottle of “Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid Collaboration AMAHAGAN World Blend contains 700 ml of world-blended whiskey with a 47% alcohol content ― Bar Lemon Heart is selling limited edition bottles of “Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid Collaboration AMAHAGAN World Blend” whiskey. Made by Japan's Nagahama Distillery, the label features an original drawing by Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid creator Coolkyou...
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One-of-a-Kind Yu-Gi-Oh! Card Goes on Auction on April 19

"Tyler the Great Warrior" card was created for child cancer patient Tyler Gressle in 2005 ― The rarest Yu-Gi-Oh! card in existence—"Tyler the Great Warrior," which was only ever printed once—will go on auction on eBay on April 19. The Make-A-Wish Foundation granted Tyler Gressle's wish of creating his own Yu-Gi-Oh! card in 2005, and Gressle has kept the card in storage ever since. In 2001, Tyler Gres...
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Oshi no Ko Announces Tie-In With Actual Baking Soda

Kana Arima, a.k.a. "Baking Soda"-chan, was announced baking soda ambassador on April Fool's Day ― The joke has transcended April Fool's Day! Exactly one day after declaring Kana Arima (a.k.a. "Baking Soda"-chan) the baking soda ambassador, Kadokawa revealed that the Oshi no Ko anime is inspiring an actual baking soda tie-in item with the Kaneyo-Soap cleaning product brand. Japanese Oshi no Ko fans ha...
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The Figures of AnimeJapan 2023

Check out the gallery to see some of the coolest new and upcoming figures ― AnimeJapan 2023 is in full swing today in Tokyo. Amongst the myriad of anime announcements, booths, photo spots, and stage shows, there are more than a few new and upcoming figures on display. Check out the gallery bellow to see some of the coolest. Richard is an anime and video game journalist with over a decade of experienc...
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KONOSUBA Megumin Spinoff Gets Explosive Tie-In With Spicy Beef Soup Brand

Anime premieres on April 5 KONOSUBA's Megumin is up to her usual antics by casting Explosion on hot, spicy food. The KONOSUBA - An Explosion on This Wonderful World! anime announced a tie-in promotion with the Nissin Homura Meshi brand's new instant Yukgaejang (or spicy beef soup) product on Monday. Kadokawa is streaming a promotional video for the campaign, featuring a very trigger happy Megumin. ...
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Vash the Stampede's Iconic New Coat Available From SuperGroupies

Backpacks, watches also available ― Vash the Stampede's iconic red coat got a makeover for the Trigun Stampede anime. Now fans can embody the modern Vash look, thanks to a collaboration line with the SuperGroupies pop culture fashion brand. The exclusive lineup includes seven items inspired by Vash the Stampede, Nicholas D. Wolfwood, and Millions Knives. The Vash the Stampede Model Coat is a faithful...
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Attack on Titan Shirts Invade Uniqlo U.S. Stores on March 30

The collection includes eight adult shirt designs, costing US$24.90 each ― The Attack on Titan anime is celebrating its recent return to TV with a Uniqlo collaboration. The clothing retailer announced on Monday that the Attack on Titan UT collaboration t-shirt collection will launch in the United States on March 30. The collection includes eight distinct designs for adult shirts, costing US$24.90 eac...
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New Anime Hats Available From Bioworld's Atsuko Brand

The brand also launched Evangelion apparel line last Tuesday ― Pop culture apparel brand Bioworld released striking new anime tie-in hats under its Atsuko brand last Thursday. The new collection features a Kakashi boonie hat from Naruto, a Cowboy Bebop boonie hat, a Black Swordsman bucket hat from Berserk, an Eva 1 colorblock bucket hat from Evangelion, a Hunter x Hunter colorblock bucket hat, a Vege...
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Hatsune Miku Crocs Are Coming

The vocaloid continues her global dominance by pairing up with an infamous shoe brand ― Hatsune Miku continues her global dominance by pairing up with an infamous shoe brand. On Friday, Crocs' Japanese Twitter account teased a Hatsune Miku-themed pair of Croc shoes. coming soon…初音ミク x クロックス#クロックス #初音ミク #初音ミク伊勢丹 #miku16th#crocs@cfm_miku @im_MediaArts pic.twitter.com/qhHrelxAla— クロックス・ジャパン / crocs (@cr...
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Unleash Your Pet's Pawsona With Persona 5 Royal Accessories

Just in case you want your furry companion to become a Phantom Thief... ― Your beloved pet has probably already stolen your heart, but just in case you want your furry companion to become a Phantom Thief, the geek-inspired pet accessory brand Pawsonify is currently selling Persona 5 Royal collars, leashes, and ID tags on its website. The items include designs focused on the Phantom Thieves emblem and...
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Harem in the Labyrinth of Another World's Roxanne Stars in ASMR

The anime's buxom heroine also inspires a sexy cushion ― Kadokawa launched a new label for audio media on Wednesday, and its first product is an ASMR featuring Harem in the Labyrinth of Another World heroine Roxanne. The recording will add an original scene to Roxanne's "first night" with the anime's protagonist Michio. The ASMR stars Roxanne's anime voice actress Shiori Mikami. In the ASMR's visual,...
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Enjoy This NOT Life-Sized Wailord Plush

At 57 and 3/4 inches, it's still only 1/10 the size of an actual Wailord ― The Pokémon Center frequently puts out life-sized plushes of beloved Pokémon critters, although this may be one case where a life-sized plush isn't in anyone's best interest to own. The Pokémon Center's English store opened pre-orders last Friday for a whopping 57 and 3/4 inch size Wailord plush—which still measures only 1/10t...
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Jujutsu Kaisen Keyboards Hit Higround Store on February 24

Basecamp 65, Summit 65 models available ― Looking to spice up your style with Jujutsu Kaisen's cool and dark vibes? Lifestyle and gaming peripheral brand Higround announced on Friday that it will launch a gaming equipment collection on its online store on February 24 at 12 p.m. PST. Notably, the collection features four keyboards: two Basecamp 65 models and two models of Higround's flagship keyboard ...
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Sailor Moon Meets High Fashion with These Jimmy Choo Shoes

The Jimmy Choo x Sailor Moon collection will be on sale starting February 14 ― In honor of Sailor Moon's 30th Anniversary, luxury fashion brand Jimmy Choo is coming out with a series of shoes and accessories based on the Sailor Guardians and reimagined by fashion designer Sandra Choi. Sailor Mars' red high heels look exactly like those she wears in the anime. Meanwhile, Sailor Jupiter's platform comb...
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This Backpack Turns You into a Walking Gatcha Toy Machine

This “Showy Gatcha” backpack by Takara Tomy A.R.T.S is a similar size and shape to an actual gatcha machine. ― Do you love Gatcha toy machines just a little too much? Then have I got the item for you. This “Showy Gatcha” backpack by Takara Tomy A.R.T.S is a similar size and shape to an actual gatcha machine. While it doesn't actually have a dispenser mechanism, the dispenser wheel turns normally and ...
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These Studio Ghibli Vehicle Toys are Truly Magical

Takara Tomy is releasing a line of toy vehicles featuring some of Ghibli's most iconic vehicles ― One awesome feature of Hayao Miyazaki's Studio Ghibli movies is all the imaginative detail put into the various vehicles seen throughout the films. So, it's no surprise that Japanese toymaker Takara Tomy is releasing a line of toy vehicles featuring some of the most iconic ones. The “Dream TOMICA Ghibli ...
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Vintage Evangelion Goods Offered to Support Charity for Anime, Special Effects Culture

Series director Hideaki Anno is an avid special effects fan. ― A variety of vintage and discontinued Evangelion merchandise will be offered for sale at an Evangelion-themed charity event in Chiba, Japan, next week. Titled "Evangelion Gratitude Festival," the charity event will be held in conjunction with the Wonder Festival 2023 (Winter) at Chiba's Makuhari Messe on February 12. The goods offered for...
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Now You Too Can Eat Meat That Looks Like It Came Right Out of a Manga!

The Manga Meat Bone is hand-made by the artisans of Seto in Japan's Aichi Prefecture ― We've all seen it in anime and manga before: that giant, cylindrical chunk of meat with a white bone at the center—all but begging you to grab on and dig in. Since it looks so delicious, it's always been a real shame that it's purely fictional—or at least it was until now, anyway. With the Manga Meat Bone, you too...
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My Hero Academia Capsule Prizes Arrive at Kura Sushi USA

Lanyard, acrylic keychains, can badges available through Bikkura Pon Prize System until March 31 ― The Kura Sushi USA sushi train restaurant launched My Hero Academia capsule prizes on Wednesday. The prize collection includes a lanyard, acrylic keychains, and can badges featuring characters such as Izuku Midoriya, Katsuki Bakugo, Ochaco Uraraka, and Shoto Todoroki. The prizes are available through th...
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Luxury Fashion Brand Loewe Launches Howl's Moving Castle Line

Willing to dish out US$15,850 for a Moving Castle bag? ― The Spanish luxury fashion brand Loewe launched its third and final Studio Ghibli film capsule collection on its website on Thursday. The Howl's Moving Castle collection features shoulder bags, scarves, mini skirts, leather boots, T-shirts, jeans, coats, card holders, and more. The pieces showcase beloved characters like Howl, Sophie, and Calci...
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Chainsaw Man's Makima Gets Majestic New Figure

The approximately 8.86” tall ARTFX J figure costs US$149.99 ― Kotobukiya unveiled a majestic 1/8 scale figure of Chainsaw Man's Makima on Thursday. The leader of Public Safety Special Division 4 is shown crossing her arm, poised, in a scene of rubble. The approximately 8.86” tall ARTFX J figure costs US$149.99 (plus tax) and is expected to ship in Japan in July. The sculpt work abounds with fine deta...
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Good Smile Announces New Mecha Figures For Eureka Seven, Megazone 23, More

Would you buy any of these nostalgic mecha figures? ― Figure maker Good Smile's "Moderoid" and "The Gattai" robot figure lines announced over 40 new products in its "Mecha Smile Impact 2023" livestream last weekend. The offerings come from nostalgic anime titles, including Eureka Seven,Megazone 23, Super Dimension Century Orguss, The Brave Fighter of Legend Da-Garn, Cho Kosoku Galvion, Voltron, Thund...
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Complete Your Jolyne Cujoh Look With Her Lingerie

Courtesy of American lingerie brand Bradelis New York ― Not satisfied with just wearing Jolyne Cujoh's prison jacket to town? Do you want to get even closer to the JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Stone Ocean heroine? The good news is that a lingerie set inspired by her character is on sale now in Japan. Fitting with the North America setting of the new anime, the lingerie set is created by the American lin...
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Ghibli Bonsai Displays Come With Real Water Effects

Available in My Neighbour Totoro, Princess Mononoke, Spirited Away versions ― The newest high-quality merchandise to join Studio Ghibli's Donguri Kyōwakoku (Acorn Republic) physical and online store is a set of battery-powered Bonsai interior displays. They replicate iconic scenes from My Neighbour Totoro, Princess Mononoke, and Spirited Away, and they are capable of replicating rain, fountain, and w...
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Life-Size Asuna Statue in Wedding Dress on Display in Tokyo Department Store

The popular Sword Art Online heroine will be on display in Shibuya Parco until February 7 ― Asuna, the popular heroine of the Sword Art Online franchise, is getting a fitting tribute to celebrate the anime's 10th anniversary and the recent release of the Sword Art Online The Movie - Progressive: Scherzo of Deep Night film. A life-size statue of her in a wedding dress went on display on the 5th floor ...
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Sumire Uesaka Becomes 1st Voice Actor to Inspire Figma

Uesaka announced the upcoming figure in her 31st birthday livestream ― The popular voice actress Sumire Uesaka (Lum in the new Urusei Yatsura anime, Nonna and Piyotan in Girls und Panzer) announced in her 31st birthday livestream on Monday that she is getting a figma action figure, a first for a voice actor. Max Factory also announced the figma on its YouTube channel and congratulated Uesaka for her ...
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Weather Forecast's Hat From JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Stone Ocean Is Now Real

Apparently, it's quite snug when you wear it ― Weather Forecast's goofy buffalo hat in JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Stone Ocean is now an officially licensed piece of merchandise you can buy. Apparently, it's pretty snug when you wear it. Premium Bandai sells the hat, complete with high-quality cushioning, for 7,920 yen (about US$58). The hat will ship in Japan in March, although it is possible to order...
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Doraemon Toy Transforms Into His Time Machine

Takara Tomy draws upon experience with the Transformers series for new Doraemon toy ― Takara Tomy is drawing upon its experience with the Transformers series to release a robot toy next year which can transform into Doraemon's iconic time machine. The "Complete Transforming-Type Doraemon" toy is around 8.6 centimeters tall when in Doraemon mode and 11.2 centimeters when in Time Machine mode. The toy ...
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Rose of Versailles Tiara Lets You Be Marie Antoinette For 100 Million Yen

Marie Antoinette's tiara will be on sale at the Rose of Versailles 50th anniversary exhibit in Osaka ― Ever wanted to experience what it's like to be a queen? The Rose of Versailles 50th anniversary exhibit is offering that opportunity to fans by selling a model of Marie Antoinette's tiara. The catch: It costs 100 million yen (about US$720,000), not including consumption tax. This tiara is not just a...
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Pop Team Epic Season 2 Mechs Get Combinable Model Kits

Super Pipimi combines with Mega Popuko to create Biggus McHugeGuy ― It's becoming custom for the one-off mecha parody episodes in Pop Team Epic to inspire model kits. Good Smile opened pre-orders on Friday for the Biggus McHugeGuy kit, as seen in Pop Team Epic season 2 episode 2. Biggus McHugeGuy costs 10,900 yen (about US$79) and stands 175mm tall in combined mode. It is the ultimate fusion between ...
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Bandai Teases Giant TV Macross Fortress Toy (& Showcases Original 1980s Wood Prototype)

Also teased: Macross 7's DX Fire Valkyrie, Frontier's DX VF-25G Revival, Zero's Hi-Metal R VF-0D ― Bandai Spirits' Tamashii Nation 2022 event in Akihabara opened on Friday, showing off a wealth of new figures and toys for the Gundam, Macross, Saint Seiya franchises, and more. Macross fans in particular should look out for an entire floor devoted to the science-fiction franchise. In particular, it boa...
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2nd SPY×FAMILY Uniqlo T-Shirts Launch on November 25

Now with a selection for kids! ― Uniqlo announced on Thursday that it will launch the second part of its SPY×FAMILY collaboration collection on November 25 in the United States. The second collection now includes kids-sized shirts, allowing the whole family to enjoy the fun. There are four adult shirts, costing US$24.90, and three kid shirts priced at US$14.90. The new designs feature images of the a...
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Borrow Goku's Power with Kamehameha Energy Drink

For those curious, the Kamehameha flavor is based on strawberry lychee ― The G FUEL energy drink brand has taken on the daunting task of channeling the power of a Kamehameha into a beverage. Pre-orders for a collector's box of the G FUEL Kamehameha flavored energy drink opened on G FUEL's website opened on Wednesday. For those curious, the Kamehameha flavor is based on strawberry lychee. It is sugar-...
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Enroll in Asticassia With These Gundam: The Witch From Mercury Jerseys

Suletta from Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch From Mercury has constantly been looking for friends (preferably without any ulterior motives) since she arrived at the Asticassia School of Technology, and with these new jerseys from Bandai's clothing brand Bancolle!, you too can enroll as an Asticassia student (or pretend to be one) and help Suletta fulfill her goal. Image via Gundam Info While they ar...
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'World's Biggest Anime Shop' Opens in Japan On March 16

Animate's main Ikebukuro store holds grand reopening on retailer's 40th anniversary ― The Animation Business Journal reported on Saturday that Animate's main Ikebukuro store will have its grand reopening on March 16. The store is expanding to become the "world's biggest anime shop." The new expansion will be built at the site of the former Ikebukuro Public Health Center and will be integrated with th...
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Cospa Offers Tomobiki High Girls' Uniform From Urusei Yatsura

Cospa is accepting pre-orders for winter and spring uniform styles ― Cosplay outfit maker COSPA is offering a recreation of the girls' uniform of Tomobiki High, the high school attended by a majority of Urusei Yatsura's cast, as their latest product. Image via Comic Natalie The costume is created under official supervision and comes in two variants: a winter uniform and a summer uniform. The pleats o...
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Makoto Shinkai's Suzume Film Collaborates With Whopping 47 Companies

One for each prefecture in Japan ― Makoto Shinkai films have been getting steadily more elaborate marketing campaigns over the years, but Suzume has to take the cake. The film's official Twitter account and website announced on Wednesday that it will collaborate with 47 companies simultaneously—one to represent each prefecture in Japan. 映画コラボ史上最大規模!🎉 全ての人たちを応援する“#日本の戸締まりプロジェクト”スタート✨🗝️“全”都道府県から47の企業が大...
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Sugoi Mart Asks, "Ever Wondered What Bleach Tastes Like?"

The Bleach x Coca Cola Zero Soul Blast Cola is on sale for US$10 per can ― Japan Crate's Sugoi Mart store is selling a unique drink product: Bleach Coca-Cola. While the name might turn heads, the beverage is safe to drink. The Bleach x Coca Cola Zero Soul Blast Cola is a limited edition soda made in collaboration with Coca-Cola Japan. As for what the drink actually tastes like? The message on the tin...
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Spooky Uzumaki Apparel Comes to CultureFly Store

Prices range from US$20-68 ― The CultureFly pop culture merchandise brand launched its Uzumaki apparel collection with Viz Media on its online store on Monday. The collection, which first debuted at New York Comic Con last month, features Junji Ito's iconic manga art on cut and sew outerwear, wovens, t-shirts, headwear, and more. Prices range from US$20-68. CultureFly earlier teamed up with electric ...
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Chainsaw Man's Power Gets Figure With That Pose

Shibuya Scramble Figure opened pre-orders for 29,920 yen figure on Wednesday ― The quirky Power from Chainsaw Man is getting a 1/7 scale figure recreating the scene where she sits on a toilet and grabs her left breast. If you want it, you can grab it from the Shibuya Scramble Figure online store for 29,920 yen (about US$202). A 1/7 scale figure of Power's cat Meowy comes as an exclusive pre-order bon...
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Sailor Moon, CASETiFY Team Up for 2nd Round of Phone, Electronics Accessories

Items from 1st collection will be restocked, along with new custom cases, accessories ― The Hong Kong-based CASETiFY phone accessory company announced on Thursday that its Sailor Moon collaboration line is back for a second round after the first launch sold out in June. The items from the first collection will be restocked, along with new custom cases and accessories. The new cases show illustrations...
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Urusei Yatsura Inspires Tiger-Striped Shoes

Onitsuka Tiger shoes also appear in the TV anime; david production animates ad ― The new Urusei Yatsura anime announced on Thursday that it is teaming up with the Onitsuka Tiger shoe brand—a multilayered collaboration given that Lum is an Oni from an alien planet and wears a tiger-striped bikini. To commemorate the occasion Onitsuka Tiger is releasing new merchandise, including a very limited stock o...
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Burger King's Spy×Family Hamburgers Are Full of Anya's Favorite Flavor

"Peanut Butter Royale" burgers come to Burger King Japan from October 21 to November 17 ― Anya's favorite flavor is coming to Burger King Japan. The fast food chain's collaboration burgers with the SPY×FAMILY family all use peanut butter sauce. The "Peanut Butter Royale" family of burgers includes the "Royale & Bacon," "Royale & Berry," and "Royale & Chicken." Customers who purchase any of the three ...

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