Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba x Lagunasia Theme Park Collaboration Event Begins in March
12.January.2021 | ANIME&GAME / SPOT
Lagunasia, a theme park managed by Laguna Ten Bosch, has announced an event in collaboration with the TV anime series Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba which will run from March 6 to June 5.
©Koyoharu Gotouge / Shueisha・Aniplex・ufotable
©Koyoharu Gotouge / Shueisha・Aniplex・ufotable
The event will feature an immersive attraction called “Trial of Recollection: Tanjiro’s Journey” as well as a rally event to hunt down all the stickers around the theme park, a Demon Slayer themed menu line-up, exclusive merchandise, and more.
Further details will be announced in the coming months.
Information
Laguna Ten Bosch x Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Event
Running: March 6, 2021 – June 5, 2021
Location: Lagunasia, Laguna Ten Bosch
Official Website: https://www.lagunatenbosch.co.jp/event/kimetsu/index.html
RELATED ENTRIES
-
D-UP x Hello Kitty Eyelash Fixer EX Launches in Japan
26.January.2021 | FASHION
If you’re looking to look as cute as Hello Kitty, then you’ll want to pick up the new D-UP Eyelash Fixer EX, a product by D-UP released in collaboration with Sanrio on Friday (January 22) at Don Quijote stores in Japan. The product will also begin rolling out at variety shops and drug stores from March 5.
D-UP Eyelash Fixer EX is a super strong glue for false eyelashes. First released in 2000, it has gone to enjoy huge popularity in Japan where it has sold over 27 million units. It is also popular outside of Japan too.
With face masks now a norm for everyone worldwide, makeup trends are now tending towards the eyes, and so D-UP is launching its 5th collaboration with Hello Kitty, a partnership which first began in 2021.
D-UP Eyelash Fixer EX552 Hello Kitty S | ¥5,990 (Tax Included)
The packaging and product design features a retro style coloured in pastel colours and Hello Kitty.
Information
S5D-UP Eyelash Fixer EX552 Hello Kitty S
Pre-Release: January 22, 2021 @ Don Quijote
General Release: March 5, 2021
D-UP Official Website: https://d-up.co.jp/ -
Ikimonogakari x SPINNS Clothing Collaboration Features Band’s Official Character Ikki Monkey
Japanese 3-member pop rock band Ikimonogakari is set to release a clothing collection in collaboration with apparel brand SPINNS. The collection features a hoodie and sweater and will drop at the SPINNS Harajuku store and SPINNS official website on January 23.
Black Ikki Cafe! Sweater: ¥4,500 (Before Tax/One Size Fits All) | Grey Cute Space Ikki! Hoodie: ¥5,000 (Before Tax/One Size Fits All)
Both oversized items feature Ikimonogakari’s own original character Ikki Monkey and were drawn by popular illustrator Shirokuma Nanamin who added their signature colourful pop style to the garments.
Information
wwwaap x Ikimonogakari x SPINNS Collab Items
Release Date: January 23, 2021 (Online – 12:00 | In Store – 13:00)
Available: SPINNS Harajuku Takeshita-dori
SPINNS Official Online Store: https://www.spinns.jp/
wwwaap Official Website: http://wwwaap.co.jp/ -
Sonny Angel Artist Collection Releases in Collaboration With ANNA SUI
24.January.2021 | FASHION
The “Sonny Angel Artist Collection -Angel In The Bird Garden-” is set to release in Japan on January 22, 2021 which will see a collaboration with ANNA SUI ACTIVE, a luxury brand hugely popular in China. It combines the brand’s iconic and unique vision with the cute character Sonny Angel, the little angel boy who enjoys nothing more than wearing different kinds of headgear.
This marks Sonny Angel Artist Collection’s first collaboration with a brand and it takes on ANNA SUI ACTIVE’s “Bird Garden” theme, wrapping Sonny Angel up in floral designs.
The result is a cute and gorgeous new collection of Sonny Angel figurines. ANNA SUI ACTIVE’s logo is also printed on Sonny’s leg.
Information
Release Date: January 22, 2021
Details: https://www.sonnyangelstore.com/products/angel-in-the-birdgarden
-
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Slices Into Tokyo’s Namjatown Indoor Theme Park
24.January.2021 | ANIME&GAME / FASHION / FOOD
The Demon Slayer hype is far from over in Japan as Namjatown, an indoor theme park managed by Bandai Namco Amusement, is set to collaborate with the critically-acclaimed, globally popular anime series with a special event titled “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba x Namjatown ~Peaceful Days With Cats~” from February 5 to April 4.
The event features a line-up of illustrations and merchandise based around Tanjiro, Nezuko, Zenitsu, Inosuke, and Giyu playing with cats. The theme park also has several themed attractions, an original menu line-up of food and drink inspired by the anime series, and more. The merchandise is also available online in Japan via Namjatown’s official website.
Take a picture with your favourite characters at the Hashira photo spot圧
Merch examples from the Demon-Slaying ‘Total Concentration Water Breathing’ mini attraction
A Prize: Fabric Poster (5 Designs)
B Prize: Acrylic Keyrings (14 Designs)
C Prize: Clear Sheet (14 Designs)
Merch examples from the cat-finding rally attraction
Pop Stand ① (5 Designs)
Pop Stand ② (13 Designs)
Original merchandise
Badge Collection (10 Designs) | ¥500 (Tax Included)
Name Badge Collection (15 Designs) | ¥660 Each (Tax Included)
Acrylic Stand (5 Designs) | ¥1,600 (Tax Included)
Acrylic Dioramas (5 Designs) | ¥4,500 Each (Tax Included)
Cat Illustration Sheet (20 Designs) | Given to those who buy any of the original merchandise
Original food, drink, and dessert line-up
Tanjiro’s Rice Croquette | ¥1,100 (Tax Included)
Nezuko’s Strawberry Drink | ¥890 (Tax Included)
Water Hashira Giyu Tomioka’s Mini Gozen | ¥990 (Tax Included)
Zenitsu & Inosuke’s Parfait | ¥920 (Tax Included)
Demon Slayer Pancake | ¥980
©吾峠呼世晴/集英社・アニプレックス・ufotable
Information
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba x Namjatown ~Peaceful Days With Cats~
Japanese Title: 鬼滅の刃×ナンジャタウン ~猫との穏やかな日々~
Running: February 5, 2021 – April 4, 2021Namjatown Closures: March 15, 2021 – March 18, 2021
Event Details: https://event.bandainamco-am.co.jp/namja/kimetsu/Online Shop: https://p-bandai.jp/namjaonlineshop/kimetsu-namja/list-da10-n0/
*Merch shipping in Japan in AprilOfficial Website: https://bandainamco-am.co.jp/tp/namja/
-
Kingdom Anime Collaborates With Firsthand On Exclusive Merchandise
23.January.2021 | ANIME&GAME / FASHION
Creative and sustainable concept store Firsthand released a collection of items in collaboration on Wednesday (January 20) with the TV anime series Kingdom, which is set to begin airing its third season this April, and Japanese artist Kosuke Kawamura. The items are available to buy both online in Japan and at a pop-up store at OPEN STUDIO inside FREAK’S STORE Shibuya.
Firsthand is a Japanese brand centred on upcycling and sustainable production. Fans of the ongoing anime series can get their hands on a range of clothing items, phone cases, and more. If they head to OPEN STUDIO they’ll also find an illustration exhibit, a photo spot, and more. The gallery is also selling posters signed by Kosuke Kawamura.
Will you be watching Season 3 of Kingdom this spring?
Information
Kingdom x Firsthand x Kosuke Kawamura Pop-Up Shop
Running: January 20, 2021 – January 25, 2021
Location: OPEN STUDIO, 1-31-1 Jinnan, Shibuya, TokyoOpening Hours: 10:00-20:00
TEL : 03-6415-7728Where to buy the merchandise collection:
・OPEN STUDIO (Limited time January 20th-25th)
・Firsthand RAYARD MIYASHITA PARK (From January 26th)
・FREAK‘S STORE ONLINE (From January 24th) @ http://www.freaksstore.com/
・ZOZOTOWN (From January 28th) @ https://zozo.jp/shop/freaksstore/Event Details: https://firsthand.jp/news/3609/
-
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Cororo Candies to Hit Stores in Japan
17.January.2021 | ANIME&GAME
Japanese confectionery company UHA Mikakuto is collaborating with the TV anime series Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba for the 7th time with new peach flavoured versions of its Cororo gummies which will hit convenience stores, supermarkets, and drug stores in Japan on January 25, 2021.
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba is a manga series written and illustrated by Koyoharu Gotoge and serialised in Shueisha’s Jump Comics. The series concluded with its 23rd volume in May last year. The anime adaptation has produced a 26-episode series which aired in 2019 followed by an anime film, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie: Mugen Train, which released last year to critical acclaim, going on to become the highest-grossing film of all time in Japan.
Cororo Oni Mori (Peach Flavoured) | ¥188 (Tax Included)
This marks the anime series’s 7th collaboration with UHA Mikakuto and its 2nd with the Kororo candy, following the cola flavour. The peach flavour of the sweet and rich gummy contains 20% peach juice. It enjoys that crisp flavour of a fresh white peach. The packaging comes in two designs: one featuring Nezuko and the other with both Nezuko and Tanjiro.
Special collaborative box
A special box has also been created for the collaboration featuring the same designs.
If you’re in Japan and are stopping by a convenience store or supermarket later this month then be on the lookout for these limited-edition gummies.
©Koyoharu Gotoge / Shueisha・Aniplex・ufotable
Information
UHA Mikakuto Cororo Oni Mori Peach
Release Date: January 25, 2021
Available: Convenience stores, supermarkets, and drug stores in Japan
*Select stores not participating
Cororo Official Website: http://uha-cororo.jp/ -
Nana’s Green Tea x Häagen-Dazs Release Chocolate Matcha Glass Dessert
12.January.2021 | FOOD
Nana’s Green Tea is serving up a brand-new dessert in collaboration with Häagen-Dazs for Valentine’s Day at 77 branches in Japan. The dessert was released on January 6 and will be available up to February 14.
Matcha Chocolate Glass with Häagen-Dazs | ¥880 (Before Tax)
The dessert is a tempting sight to behold – not only is it delicious but visually appealing to the eye too, and layered with various textures so that every bite is a surprise.
The dessert is made with Häagen-Dazs’ “Sweet Chocolate” ice cream coupled with Nana’s Green Tea’s own original matcha ice cream, soft and crunchy meringue sticks, crumbled cookies, white chocolate whipped cream, and matcha chiffon cake. Sat at the bottom waiting to be discovered is a sweet strawberry sauce for a tangy kick.
Information
Nana’s Green Tea – Matcha Chocolate Glass With Häagen-Dazs
Serving: January 6, 2021 – February 14, 2021
Price: ¥880 (Before Tax)
Available: 77 Nana’s Green Tea branches in Japan (Excluding DiverCity Tokyo Plaza, Tokyo Dome, and Iias Okinawa Toyosaki)
Official Website: http://www.nanasgreentea.com/ -
Mister Donuts x Pierre Marcolini Luxury Doughnuts Hit Japan
12.January.2021 | FOOD
Mister Donuts has teamed up with Belgian chocolate brand Pierre Marcolini to release the “misdo meets PIERRE MARCOLINI Collection” of doughnuts which hit Japanese branches on Friday (January 8).
Fondant Chocolate Doughnut – Chocolate | ¥200 (Before Tax)
Fondant Chocolate Doughnut – Caramel | ¥200 (Before Tax)
Fondant Chocolate Doughnut – Raspberry | ¥200 (Before Tax)
Fondant Chocolate Doughnut – Hazelnut | ¥200 (Before Tax)
Danish Chocolate – Raspberry | ¥230 (Before Tax)
Danish Chocolate – Hazelnut | ¥230 (Before Tax)
The doughnuts are part of Mister Donuts “misdo meets” series which first began in 2017 to combine the highest quality ingredients and techniques to in order to bake up the best possible doughnuts. This time, it has joined sticky bakers fingers with the popular Begian chocolate brand Pierre Marcolini to create a new kind of fondant chocolate doughnut and danish. The line-up is made with high quality authentic chocolate and has a bitter kick to it – perfect for those who aren’t into sweeter treats. The heart-shaped danishes are also spot on for the Valentine’s season in Japan.
Information
misdo meets PIERRE MARCOLINI Collection
Serving: January 8, 2021 – Mid March 2021
Available: Mister Donut Japan (Select branches not participating)
Official Website: https://www.misterdonut.jp -
discord Yohji Yamamoto x HUNTER Pet Accessories Drop in Tokyo
08.January.2021 | FASHION
discord Yohji Yamamoto, a luxury accessory brand spearheaded by Yohji Yamamoto, has launched a collaboration with German pet brand HUNTER to release a collection of dog collars, leads, and other accessories like bags and wallets.
HUNTER was established in 1980 and has gone on to mark its territory across the world as a provider of high quality pet goods, praised for for the design, functionality, and safety of its products.
Black Dog Collar & LeadThe dog collars are fitted with studs as part of the collaboration. Both the collar and lead feature the same colouring as discord Yohji Yamamoto’s products, arriving in the brand’s signature black as well as beige, the latter of which is often used for its bags and small leather products. They are also clipped with a signature charm which has a design symbolising the collaboration.
Beige Dog Collar & Lead
The accessories are made from elk leather which is soft and made extra durable with double layering. Having the collar and lead the same colours also adds a sophistication to the design when fitted on a dog.
The collection will be released at discord Yohji Yamamoto stores in GINZA SIX, Shibuya PARCO, and Isetain Shinjuku, as well online. More details can be found on the official website here.
discord Yohji Yamamoto Black / Beige Selection
Y BACKPACK Nylon Studs | ¥148,000
ORIGAMI Tote | ¥98,000
Triple Clutch | ¥58,000
Diagonal Bag | ¥45,000Y SERIES Studs
Y BODYBAG Studs | ¥138,000
Y BACKPACK Studs | ¥158,000Small Leather Goods
Card Mini Wallet | ¥17,000
Key Wallet | ¥20,000
Information
discord Yohji Yamamoto x HUNTER
discord Yohji Yamamoto GINZA SIX
Address: GINZA SIX Floor 2F, 6-10-1 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
TEL: 03-6264-5418
Product Page: https://www.yohjiyamamoto.co.jp/shopinfo-detail/?id=6545discord Yohji Yamamoto Shibuya PARCO
Address: Shibuya PARCO Floor 1F, 15-1 Udagawacho, Shibuya, Tokyo
TEL: 03-6416-5418
Product Page: https://www.yohjiyamamoto.co.jp/shopinfo-detail/?id=6545discord Yohji Yamamoto Isetan Shinjuku
Address: Isetan Shinjuku Main Building Floor 1F (Handbags), 3-14-1 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
TEL: 03-3352-1111
Product Page: https://www.yohjiyamamoto.co.jp/shopinfo-detail/?id=6523discord Yohji Yamamoto Official Website: https://theshopyohjiyamamoto.jp/shop/c/c50/
-
Tower Records x Jujutsu Kaisen Anime Collaboration Features Limited Edition Merch and More
07.January.2021 | ANIME&GAME / SPOT
Tower Records is promoting the release of the first DVD and Blu-ray volume from the ongoing TV anime series Jujutsu Kaisen with the launch of a celebratory campaign on January 19, 2021 as part of their “NO ANIME, NO LIFE.” brand. The campaign will run at Tower Records and TOWERmini stores, as well as the official Tower Records online store, in Japan.
Before the official launch of the campaign, Jujutsu Kaisen fans in Japan can head to one of 15 major Tower Records branches as well as their online shop from January 16 to get their hands on some limited-edition collaborative merchandise. There will also be an exhibition at SpaceHACHIKAI on the 8th floor of Tower Records Shibuya.
NO ANIME, NO LIFE. x Jujutsu Kaisen Collaboration Campaign
1. Special collab poster
A special collab poster will be displayed at Tower Records stores featuring the main Jujutsu Kaisen characters playing instruments.
2. In-store announcements by the characters
When the shops open, in-store announcements will be made by the three main characters of the anime series: Yūji Itadori (voiced by Junya Enoki), Megumi Fushiguro (Yuma Uchida), and Nobara Kugisaki (Asami Seto).
3. Life-Size Character Cutouts
Life-size cutouts of various characters will be displayed at the following Tower Records branches:
・Nobara Kugisaki @ Tower Records Sapporo PIVOT
・Ryomen Sukuna @ Tower Records Sendai PARCO
・Yūji Itadori @ Tower Records Shibuya
・Panda @ Tower Records Ikebukuro
・Maki Zen’in @ Tower Records Urawa
・Satoru Gojō @ Tower Records Nagoya Kintetsu Passe
・Megumi Fushiguro @ Tower Records Umeda NU Chayamachi
・Toge Inumaki @ Tower Records Kyoto4. Signed promo poster
The following Tower Records branches will display a signed poster by Junya Enoki, the voice actor for the Jujutsu Kaisen protagonist Yūji Itadori, along with some comments.
Running: January 19, 2021, – February 1, 2021
Participating Branches: Sapporo PIVOT, Sendai PARCO, Shibuya, Nagoya Kintetsu Passe, Umeda NU Chayamachi5. Win a special collab poster on Twitter
10 lucky fans in Japan have the chance to win the special collab poster. To sign up, participants must take a photo of themselves next to the collab poster in one of the participating Tower Records stores, follow Tower Records on Twitter @TOWER_Anime, and post the photo with the Japanese hashtag #呪術廻戦_tower. Winners will be DM’d by the official Tower Records account.
Collab Poster Campaign
Tower Records Anime Twitter: https://twitter.com/TOWER_Anime
Running: January 19, 2021 – February 1, 20216. Extra bonus items at Tower Records
10 more lucky fans in Japan have the chance to get their hands on the special collab poster by pre-ordering the first volume of the DVD or Blu-ray of Jujutsu Kaisen by the campaign cut-off date. Winners will be selected randomly.
1st volume bonus
An A4 folder will be included with purchases of the first volume of the DVD or Blu-ray of Jujutsu Kaisen for a limited time.
All volumes bonus
All volumes of the Jujutsu Kaisen DVD and Blu-ray will feature an original A3 poster.
Jujutsu Kaisen x Tower Records Collab Merch
Jujutsu Kaisen x Tower Records Collab Visual
Merch Line-Up
Jujutsu Kaisen x Tower Records Acrylic Stands
Jujutsu Kaisen x Tower Records Hoodie
Jujutsu Kaisen x Tower Records exhibition
Tower Records Shibuya Exhibition Main Visual
Running: January 16, 2021 – February 14, 2021
Opening Hours: 12:00-15:00 / 16:00-20:00 (Last Entries 19:30)*Closed 15:00-16:00 for ventilation, entry prohibited during this time
Location: SpaceHACHIKAI (Tower Records Shibuya Floor 8F)
Entry: Free (But you must book a slot)Online Ticket Registration: January 6, 2021
Online Ticket Booking: January 8, 2021 at noon (JST)
Ticket Info: http://towershibuya.jp/news/2021/01/04/150866Limited-Edition Merch
Tower Records Shibuya Exclusive T-Shirt
Jujutsu Kaisen x Tower Records Shibuya Exclusive OSMO Stamp (14 Designs)
Bonus items
Cards (15 Designs)
For every ¥2,000 spent (tax included) on merchandise at the exhibition you can receive one of 15 possible business card-size cards.
Numbered tickets
For every ¥5,000 spent (tax included) you can get a numbered ticket.
Jujutsu Kaisen Quiz
Those who answer all questions correctly on the quiz given to them upon entering Tower Records you can win a free postcard, but you have to follow Tower Records Shibuya on Twitter @TOWER_Shibuya as one of the conditions.
©芥見下々/集英社・呪術廻戦製作委員会
Information
NO ANIME, NO LIFE. x Jujutsu Kaisen Collaboration Campaign
Start Date: January 19, 2021
Locations: Tower Records / TOWERmini / Tower Records Online
Campaign Page: https://tower.jp/jujutsukaisen -
Summon Magical Girl Vibes to Your Daily Life With the Sailor Moon Eternal x 3COINS Merch Collab
06.January.2021 | ANIME&GAME / FASHION
Japan’s 300-yen store 3COINS collaborating with the upcoming anime film Sailor Moon Eternal, which will hit theatres in Japan on January 8, 2021, to release a collection of original merchandise which will drop at all 3COINS branches in Japan (including 3COINS+ plus, colle, 3COINS OOOPS!, 3COINS station, and ASOKO+3COINS) on January 16, 2021. The items will also be sold for a limited time at 3COINS sister brand store ASOKO Harajuku from January 16 to 29 as well as on the company’s official online shop PAL CLOSET on January 18.
It’s a line-up of 3COINS exclusives including a warm blanket for the winter season, a makeup basket to add fun to your makeup routine, a mug and plate with the Sailors on it, and more. There are 35 pieces of merch in total, all of which can be incorporated into your daily routine.
©武内直子・PNP/劇場版「美少女戦士セーラームーンEternal」製作委員会
Information
Sailor Moon Eternal Collaboration Items
Release Dates
2021/1/16 @ All 3COINS branches in Japan / ASOKO Harajuku2021/1/18 @ PAL CLOSET/パルクローゼット
More Details: https://www.palcloset.jp/shared/pc_pal/event/3coins/2021/sailormoon/
-
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Anime Event Slashes Into Kyoto Until March
06.January.2021 | ANIME&GAME / SPOT
An event centred on the TV anime series Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba is now taking place in Kyoto at Toei Kyoto Studio Park, Kyoto Railway Museum, and Shijō-Ōmiya Station and Arashiyama Station on the The Keifuku Randen Tram Line until March 14, 2021. Fans of the series can participate in a ‘keyword rally’ where they’ll be walking around Kyoto trying to locate specific words to win prizes, enjoy unique Demon Slayer exhibits at each of the venues, gets their hands on original merch, tuck into themed food, and more.
Pins (17 Designs) | ¥440 Each (*Design chosen is random)
Long Chocolate Baumkuchen | ¥1,080Merch includes pins of the anime series’s main characters, a special baumkuchen cake based on the Infinity Train from the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie: Mugen Train film, and more. Online orders are also available in Japan at Chugaionline.
Fans still hyped over Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie: Mugen Train, which broke records in Japan to become the highest-grossing film of all time in the country, can expect to stock up even more of their favourites for their collection at the event.
©吾峠呼世晴/集英社・アニプレックス・ufotable
Information
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Exhibition
Event Name in Japanese: 鬼滅の刃 京ノ御仕事 弐
Running: December 26, 2020 – March 14, 2021
Locations: Toei Kyoto Studio Park / Kyoto Railway Museum / Randen (Shijō-Ōmiya Station and Arashiyama Station)
Event Page: https://www.toei-eigamura.com/kimetsu/
*Event opening hours subject to sudden change or cancellation depending on COVID-19.Online Orders
Running: Until January 31, 2021 at 23:59Shipping: March 2021 (Japan only)
Chugaionline: https://www.chugai-contents.jp/blog/event/eigamura_kimetsu/