ASOKO’s Doraemon Merchandise Collection to Promote STAND BY ME Doraemon 2 Anime Film
09.December.2020 | ANIME&GAME / FASHION / MOVIE
Japanese sundry shop ASOKO is promoting the release of the anime film STAND BY ME Doraemon 2 with a special merchandise collection called “ASOKO de STAND BY ME Doraemon” dropping on December 19, 2020.
This is ASOKO’s fourth exclusive and limited-edition Doraemon merch collection and celebrates the release of the hit anime film STAND BY ME Doraemon 2 which was released and theatres in Japan on November 20, 2020. There’s a long list of 43 items to pick from.
Merchandise Excerpt
The collection which will be released both on ASOKO’s website as well as pop-up shops at Ropponmatsu TSUTAYA and Kochi TSUTAYA. Details below.
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ASOKO de STAND BY ME Doraemon 2
Release Date: December 19, 2020
ASOKO Official site:https://www.palcloset.jp/asoko/
ASOKO de STAND BY ME Doraemon 2 POP UP SHOPS
Fukuoka
Location: Ropponmatsu TSUTAYA
Address: 421 Ropponmatsu, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka
Running: December 19, 2020 – January 7, 2020
Kochi
Location: Kochi TSUTAYA
Address: 6-1 Minamigoza, Kochi-shi, Kochi
Running: December 19, 2020 – January 6, 2020
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Ginza Mitsukoshi Exclusives & Pre-Sales
1. The Exclusives
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The merchandise will feature an illustration based on the designs of the shopping bags given at Doraemon Future Department Store. Take a look below.
Ginza Mitsukoshi Exclusive T-Shirt (5 Colours) | ¥3,520 (Tax Included)
Sizes: S・M・L
Ginza Mitsukoshi Exclusive 2-Way Tote Bag | ¥2,860 (Tax Included)
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Flying to Department Store Series – Kitchen Apron | ¥4,400 (Tax Included)
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Doraemon & Dorami Back Earrings | ¥2,200 (Tax Included)
Customisation Service
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Freshly-Made Dorayaki
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Dorayaki | ¥290 (Tax Included)
Bonus Items For Spending
1. Every purchase at the Doraemon Future Department Store pop-up will earn customers a free sticker. These are available in limited quantities.
2. The first 300 people at the pop-up shop to take their receipts to the main Doraemon Future Department Store in Odaiba between March 17 and 29 will receive a different limited-edition free sticker.
Ginza Mitsukoshi Original Doraemon Sticker
Odaiba Doraemon Future Department Store Sticker
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Special Sets | Prices Include Tax
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Doraemon Special Set | ¥53,900
Dorami Special Set | ¥48,400
Cast Iron
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Released: February 24, 2021
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GUCCI recruited photographer Angelo Pennetta to create playful photoshoot for the collection which features smiling models accompanied by Doraemon inside a retro house.
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©Fujiko-ProThe exclusive collection features over 50 items from T-shirts to hoodies, shoes, bags, headwear, a suitcase, and more. Each item combines the stylish design of GUCCI and the colourful blue and white colour of the iconic manga character.
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Official HIGE DANdism – “Universe” Music Video Teaser
The full music video, directed by Takuto Shimpo who has directed numerous of the band’s videos, will premiere on YouTube on January 9, 2021 at 18:00 (JST). Save the premiere video link below.
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CD+Live Blu-ray Edition: ¥4,500 (Before Tax) [PCCA-06010]
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Doraemon Future Department Store to Open Pop-Up Shop in Osaka and Nagoya
26.December.2020 | ANIME&GAME / SPOT
Doraemon’s official shop Doraemon Future Department Store, which is located in Odaiba, Tokyo, is celebrating its 1st anniversary of opening this December by opening two limited-time shops in Osaka and Nagoya this month and January respectively. Fans can get their hands on a selection of exclusive merchandise and more.
Customise Service
The pop-up shops will offer a customisation service which lets customers have different embroideries put into the T-shirts, tote bags, and other merch they buy. The work is done on the spot by hand so you can see the result of what will be a very special item of which only one exists in the world. Perfect for Doraemon fans and gifts to friends and family.
Post Office
The shop will offer a postal service for sending off Doraemon letters and postcards with original Doraemon stamps.
Bonus Items
1st Anniversary Postcard
Mini Tote Bag
Those who buy anything from the department stores will receive a free 1st anniversary postcard. And for every ¥5,000 spent (tax included) they’ll get a mini tote bag. These are all limited in stock so you’ll want to get them while they’re hot.
If you’re in Osaka or Nagoya over the New Year be sure to pay a visit to the Doraemon Future Department Store pop-up shops.
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Doraemon Future Department Store in Abeno Harukas Kintetsu 2021
Location: Abeno Harukas Kintetsu, Wing Building Floor 4F
Running: December 30, 2020 – January 17, 2021
Opening Hours: 10:00-20:00 (until 18:00 on January 17)
Closed: January 1, 2021Doraemon Future Department Store in Takashiyama Gate Tower Mall 2021
Location: Takashiyama Gate Tower Mall (Nagoya), Rose Terrace on Floor 7F
Running: January 8, 2021 – January 26, 2021
Opening Hours: 10:00-21:00*Opening hours subject to change
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Doraemon Design Wristwatch Releases For Manga Character’s 50th Anniversary
18.December.2020 | ANIME&GAME / FASHION
Customisable watch brand UNDONE released a new collection of wristwatches in Japan on Tuesday (December 15).
Special Doraemon 50th Anniversary Series
The celebratory line-up commemorates Doraemon’s 50th anniversary and includes limited quantity models, customisable made-to-order models, and more, each with references to the beloved series.
50TH ANNIVERSARY
50TH ANNIVERSARY (Limited to 150 models) | ¥39,600 (Tax Included)
The ’50TH ANNIVERSARY’ model features an illustration of Doraemon as seen in the early days of the manga series.
The early artwork of Doraemon is nothing short of adorable
Back of wristwatch features vintage style design
FRIENDSHIP
FRIENDSHIP (Limited to 150 models) | ¥39,600 (Tax Included)
Best friends Nobita and Doraemon come together for this special design.
Spot Doraemon’s tiny bell at 12-o’clock
Doraemon and Nobita on the back side
The watch has simple white dials, and it has a function where it lights up at night to reveal Doraemon and Nobita. The design captures the beauty of the pair’s everlasting friendship.
THE BELL
THE BELL (Customisable Model) | ¥29,700 (Tax Included)
This cute watch just screams Doraemon’s design with its colouring and his iconic bell in the centre.
The bell turns as the hands go around
Doraemons everywhere on the back side
This watch is customisable with various different designs. If you look closely at the 50-minute mark you’ll see a red dot representing Doraemon’s tail. It’s also a nod to his 50th anniversary.
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11.December.2020 | ANIME&GAME / FASHION
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Tote Bag ¥35,500
Long Wallet ¥24,000 | Multi-Wallet ¥17,000 | Pouch ¥16,000
PORTER’s line-up of original items feature inkjet printing with a navy base along Doraemon pictures and Doraemon’s logo in PORTER’s orange branding.
The inside of the items bear Doraemon’s iconic colouring along with a carabiner ring with a Doraemon bell on it.
T-Shirts (2 Designs/4 Sizes) ¥6,500
Bandanas (2 Colours) | ¥1,900
As well as bags, PORTER has created a selection of other original items too like t-shirts and bandanas. The collection will be sold exclusively at PORTER stores in Omotesando, Marunouchi, and Osaka, as well as PORTER STAND stores in Shinagawa Station, Tokyo Station, Kyoto, and their official website.
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Doraemon x PORTER
Running: December 11, 2020 – January 12, 2021
PORTER OMOTESANDO the PORTER Gallery 1
PORTER MARUNOUCHI
PORTER OSAKA the PORTER Gallery 3
PORTER STAND Shinagawa Station
PORTER STAND Tokyo Station
PORTER STAND Kyoto Station
*Available at PORTER’s official online store from December 11, 2020 at 12:00pm (JST)