Dragon Ball Z Dokkan Battle’s 6th Anniversary Celebrated With Figurine Lottery Draw

11.February.2021 | ANIME&GAME / FASHION

Bandai Spirits Toy Innovation began rolling out a lottery draw to win Dragon Ball Z Dokkan Battle figurines at FamilyMart convenience stores across Japan last Friday (February 5).

 

Dragon Ball Z Dokkan Battle 6th Anniversary Figurine Lottery Draw

This is the third lottery draw to be held as part of the 6th anniversary celebrations for the popular free-to-play mobile game Dragon Ball Z Dokkan Battle. The top prize features a figure of Ultra Instinct Son Goku. Prizes A through E include figures of Super Saiyan God Goku, Super Saiyan Future Frunks, Super Saiyan Son Gohan, Goku Black, and Pan. Prizes F through H include a variety of merch like a bottle, a case, folder, and more.

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    FamilyMart stores nationwide have started a campaign in collaboration with the free-to-play mobile game Pokemon Cafe ReMix! From June 21 until July 18, visitors will be able to pick up some special treats and exclusive merchandise.

     

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    A new addition to the Frappe series, customers will be able to enjoy Pikachu’s Pineapple Frappe starting June 21, featuring Pikachu in a cute cafe uniform. Made with golden pineapple pulp, the drink is perfect for summer, offering a refreshing sweet and sour taste. There are three cup designs available–one with Pikachu in red, one in blue, and another in green.

     

    Original Merchandise Campaign

     

    Part I: June 21, 10:00~ / Original PP Coaster (4 varieties)

    Part 2: July 5, 10:00~ / Cafe Menu Design Original Memo Pad (4 varieties)

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    Stamp Campaign

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    Collecting stamps on the FamilyMart app can also net fans some special prizes! At the same time, Pokemon fans can use the app to win tickets to Pokemon GO Fest 2022 Sapporo.

     

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    07.June.2022 | ANIME&GAME / FASHION

    A BATHING APE, one of Japan’s leading streetwear brands, has announced a new collection inspired by the new film Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero!


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    Fashion brand XLARGE has announced a new collaboration to commemorate the upcoming release of Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero in theaters. The film will see the return of the Red Ribbon Army, which Gohan, Piccolo, and other popular characters will have to defeat. Check out the collection below–is your favorite fighter in the lineup?

     

     

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    The “DBXV2 Super Fashion Show” will see the top 16 fashion leaders in Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 showcasing their most creative work. The ‘Dragon Ball Art Challenge’ will also invite viewers to create their favorite characters using unique mediums like balloons and Rubik’s cubes.

     

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  • Attack on Titan and NewDays Collaborate for Second Time

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    To celebrate the final season of Attack on Titan, NewDays, a convenience store chain in Japan, has started a special campaign until January 10, 2022. Plenty of collaborate snacks will be available for the next few weeks.

     

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  • Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Turns Into Confections at Japanese Convenience Stores

    19.June.2021 | ANIME&GAME / FOOD

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    Tabemas Demon Slayer

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    Pompompurrin & Cinnamoroll Macarons | ¥350 (Before Tax)

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    A campaign is also being held where you can win some special Pompompurin merchandise by posting a photo of a rice dish inspired by Pompompurin on social media. More details can be found on the campaign website below.

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