Globally Popular Netflix Series ‘Squid Game’ Gets Collaboration Collection with BAPE
25.January.2022 | FASHION
BAPE has begun selling a new collaboration collection with the popular Korean Netflix series Squid Game.
Premiering in September 2021, Squid Game has become one of the most popular Netflix series of all time around the world. Fans immediately latched on to its innovative setting, in which well-known children’s games like tug-of-war and marbles have been transformed into battle royale’s with only one player left alive.
The collaboration between Squid Game and BAPE includes a number of t-shirts inspired by scenes from the show. Preorders are now open until 14:00 on January 31, 2022.
BAPE®×SQUID
APE HEAD TEE
BABY MILO®️ TEE
RAGLAN TEE
The main character’s number, ‘456,’ is featured prominently in the new collection, along with other graphic tees. Fans shouldn’t miss out before they’re gone!
Information
BAPE®×SQUID
Preorders Open Now
Where to Order: BAPE.COM, Netflix.shop
*Preorders close on January 31, 2022 at 14:00
Details: https://bape.com/pages/squidgame
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Rhythm Game BlackStar ~Theater Starless~ Gets Collaborative Event at Toei Kyoto Studio Park
24.May.2022 | ANIME&GAME / SPOT
Toei Kyoto Studio Park will be holding a special collaboration with the rhythm game BlackStar ~Theater Starless~ for a limited time, from June 4 until July 10, 2022.
Goods Lineup
Newly-drawn Illustrations
Mini Characters
The Theater Starless Uzumaki Branch will be open inside the park during the event period. 26 themed cast members will even be greeting guests!
A stamp rally will be taking place along the Keifuku Randen Tram Line and during the event, a special train featuring a newly-drawn illustration of the five main characters and 26 mini-characters will be running through the streets of Kyoto!Limited tickets will be sold for a number of collaborative events being held in the park, so be sure to grab yours while you can!
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BlackStar ~Theater Starless~ in Uzumaki
Running: June 4 – July 10, 2022
Venues: Toei Kyoto Studio Park, Arashiyama Station, etc.
Official Site: https://blackstar-uzumasa.jp/
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Sanrio Characters Inspire Limited Edition Sweets at Ministop Convenience Stores
23.May.2022 | FOOD
Japanese convenience store chain Ministop has just released some original sweets inspired by Sanrio’s most popular characters! The sweets are served up in adorable glasses and are only available while supplies last.
Sanrio Characters Black Tea Brownie
Design: Kerokerokeroppi, Hello Kitty, Tuxedo Sam, Marroncream
Sanrio Characters Chocolate Brownie
The pastel-colored glasses have a retro feel and can be reused as drinking glasses or containers for homemade sweets. Sustainable and adorable, come grab these brownies while you can!
Ⓒ 2022 SANRIO CO.,LTD
Information
Ministop x Sanrio Characters
Black Tea Brownie / Sanrio Characters Chocolate Brownie
Price: ¥465 (Tax Included)
Available: May 19 – June 2, 2022
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Gelato Pique Announces Collaboration with Twin Pandas Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei
22.May.2022 | FASHION
The Japanese loungewear brand gelato pique has launched a new series inspired by the twin pandas Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei living at Ueno Zoo! The adorable new items went on sale on May 12, 2022.
The Ueno Zoo is the oldest zoo in Japan. Located in Taito-ku, it was first opened in March 1882.
To commemorate Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei’s first birthday, gelato pique has created an incredible collection of loungewear and sundries. A portion of the proceeds will be given to the Giant Panda Conservation Support Fund to support education regarding pandas and conservation activities at the zoo.
Xiao Xiao & Lei Lei Collaboration
Roomwear Set
Panda Blanket
Panda Multi-use Cover
gelato pique Original Panda Series
Panda Hoodie & Shorts Set
Panda Print T-Shirt / Shorts / Dress
Panda Glass
Small Panda Reuseable Bag
Online Exclusives
3-piece Panda Set
gelato pique Sleep
3-piece Panda Print Bed Set (Single) / Pillow Case with Panda Ears / Panda Nightcap / Panda Rug
The Panda Series celebrates both the cute twin pandas at Ueno Zoo and all other pandas around the world. Still an endangered species, gelato pique wants to help these big animals however they can. The new collection’s theme is “happy time at home.”
Panda lovers shouldn’t miss grabbing something cozy from this new collection!
Information
gelato pique Panda Series
Release Date: May 12, 2022
Where to Buy:
gelato pique Official Online Store: https://gelatopique.com/
USAGI ONLINE: https://usagi-online.com/floor/gelatopique/?link=HD
STYLEVOICE: https://stylevoice.com/
Official Site: https://gelatopique.com/
gelato pique Sleep goods are available at the following locations:
Omotesando Hills
LUMINE Yurakucho
LUCUA Osaka
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Touhou Project and One Night Werewolf Collaboration Items Now Available
22.May.2022 | ANIME&GAME
ARMA BIANCA, an online store specializing in original goods, is now taking orders for limited-time collaboration items between Touhou Project and One Night Werewolf!
Lineup
One Night Werewolf Collaboration – Pixel Art Ver.
Acrylic Stand
Preorder Purchase Bonus
Acrylic Keychain
Preorder Purchase Bonus
Pin
Preorder Purchase Bonus
T-Shirt
Hoodie
Clear Folder
Mug
Pen
One Night Werewolf is a card game where players take on the role of a Villager, a Werewolf, or a number of special characters with unique abilities. The goal is to figure out who the Werewolves are and to kill at least one in order to win!
The Touhou characters featured in the collaboration include Reimu Hakurei, Marisa Kirisame, Cirno, Youmu Konpaku, Sakuya Izayoi, Satori Komeiji, Koishi Komeiji, Remilia Scarlet, Flandre Scarlet, and Kagerou Imaizumi.
Information
Touhou Project x One Night Werewolf
Where to Order: ARMA BIANCA
Preorders open until June 20, 2022
Details/Orders: https://armabianca-shop.com/products/title/32,428,538?utm_source=press
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A BATHING APE Releases Dragon Ball Z Majin Buu Collection
21.May.2022 | ANIME&GAME / FASHION
Japan’s top streetwear brand A BATHING APE is releasing a new collection inspired by Dragon Ball Z! The two first collaborated in 2016 starting with imagery inspired by Son Goku’s childhood. In June 2020, the company released a collection themed around the Cell arc.
Lineup
The newest collection was inspired by the final arc of the series, the Buu Saga, expressed in the style of BABY MILO.
The main characters from the series–Goku, Vegeta, Majin Buu, and Piccolo–are all depicted in BABY MILO style. In addition, characters such as Mr. Satan and Uub appear, perfect for more hardcore fans wanting to see lesser-known characters represented.
The lineup includes a coach jacket and hoodie featuring newly-drawn illustrations inspired by the final episode. Don’t miss this special collaboration!Information
A BATHING APE x Dragon Ball Z
Release Date: May 21, 2022
Where to Buy: A BATHING APE Authorized Retailers, BAPE.COM Web StoreFor Preorder
Coach JacketPreorders start May 21, 2022 (Preorders will end when the item is sold out.)
Item to ship in early July
*Regular items and preorder items cannot be purchased in one order.
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Ariake Garden at Izumitenku Bathhouse in Tokyo Collaborates with Love Live! for the Third Time
20.May.2022 | ANIME&GAME / SPOT
Ariake Garden at the Izumitenku public bath facility in Tokyo will be teaming up with Love Live! Nijigasaki High School Idol Club for the third time! The new collaboration will begin on June 6, 2022, and will include towels decorated with brand-new illustrations of the girls in yukata. Special drinks will also be for sale.
Original Merchandise
Love Live! Nijigasaki High School Idol Club Towel
Izumitenku Bathhouse Original Bath Salts (Set of 2, Yukata version) / Includes random sticker (Yukata version)
Original Drawstring Bag
Collaboration Drinks
Why not come enjoy the world of Love Live while relaxing in a natural hot spring?
Information
Ariake Garden x Love Live! Nijigasaki High School Idol Club Tokimeki Ariake Tour! Part 3
Reservations begin on May 21 at 21:30
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Ghost in the Shell: SAC_2045 Season 2 Trailer Released
20.May.2022 | ANIME&GAME
The second season of Ghost in the Shell: SAC_2045 is set to premiere exclusively on Netflix worldwide on May 23, 2022. Directed by Kenji Kamiyama, the creator of Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex, and Shinji Aramaki, the director of the APPLESEED series, fans of sci-fi can’t get enough. When sustainable war spawns a “post-human” threat, Major Kusanagi and her Section 9 team are called back into action.
For those wanting a recap of the first season, Ghost In The Shell: SAC_2045 Sustainable War has condensed these events into one easy-to-digest film. The blend of flashy cyberpunk action and the unpredictable story sets high expectations for an epic battle between Public Security Section 9 and the post-humans. Season 2 is sure to be a blast.The first Ghost in the Shell series to be made entirely in 3D, SAC_2045 offers longtime fans a chance to see their favorite characters and locales in a new way. Check out the trailer below!
Trailer:
https://youtu.be/IhxcBg4xAk4Season 2 is sure to be a roller coaster, so check in when it releases next week!
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Ghost in the Shell: SAC_2045 Season 2 on Netflix
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HARAJUKU App Launches Collaboration with Love Live! Super Star!! at Famous Takeshita-dori
19.May.2022 | ANIME&GAME
From May 20 until June 5, 2022, AppBank is bringing fans of Love Live! Superstar!! a special treat in collaboration with the HARAJUKU app! By launching the app at a check-in spot in Harajuku, users can win a limited-edition Love Live! toy at random, such as acrylic keychains or pins.
App Splash Page
HARAJUKU Map
Random Toy Screen
For those winning a toy, the item can be picked up in front of the CUTE CUBE HARAJUKU Love Live! Superstar!! Wall Panel or at YURINAN Harajuku Takeshita-dori Yu-rin An. In celebration of the event, CUTE CUBE HARAJUKU will be featuring Love Live wall panels during this period, so be sure to go get some great pictures!
Information
HARAJUKU x Love Live! Superstar!!
Running: May 20, 11:00 – June 5, 19:00iOS: https://apps.apple.com/jp/app/id1607258322
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tb.harajukuOfficial Site: http://www.appbank.co.jp/
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XLARGE Releases Dragon Ball Collaboration Collection Featuring Popular Characters
19.May.2022 | ANIME&GAME / FASHION
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?
Collection
XLARGE×DRAGON BALL GOHAN S/S TEE
XLARGE×DRAGON BALL PICCOLO S/S TEE
XLARGE×DRAGON BALL CAPSULE CORP JUMPSUIT
XLARGE×DRAGON BALL ANDROID18 S/S TEE
XLARGE×DRAGON BALL BULMA S/S TEE
XLARGE×DRAGON BALL TRUNKS S/S TEE
The collection includes T-shirts featuring Gohan, Piccolo, Bulma, Android 18, and Trunks. Items will be available online and in select stores nationwide!
Information
XLARGE x Dragon Ball
Online Store
https://calif.cc/blogs/feature/220518xl_dragonballLottery: May 18, 12:00 – May 19, 11:59
*Winners to be Announced on May 20, 12:00
ZOZO
https://zozo.jp/shop/xlarge/
Available May 21, 12:00~Available in-store:
XLARGE locations nationwide, XLARGE/X-girl locations (excluding outlets)
May 21~
*The XLARGE x DRAGON BALL Capsule Corp Jumpsuit will only be available at the calif online store and ZOZOTOWN.
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Niponbashi Takashimaya’s Le Cafe de Joel Robuchon Collaborates with Gaspard and Lisa on Limited Time Menu
Le Cafe de Joel Robuchon, located inside Niponbashi Takashimaya, is now offering a special menu in collaboration with the French children’s book characters Gaspard and Lisa! These items will be available until May 31, 2022.
Collaboration Menu
Gaspard and Lisa Plate
Strawberry Galette with Gaspard and Lisa (Served with coffee or tea)
Exclusive Merchandise
Original Pouch
Coaster
Visitors can enjoy a Gaspard and Lisa plate complete with two adorable mini-burgers served with fries and strawberry panna cotta. Those wanting a dessert can grab a buckwheat flour galette covered in strawberries!
The location will be decorated with Paris-themed illustrations from the Gaspard and Lisa picture books during the collaboration, and customers will receive an original pouch and limited edition coaster as order bonuses. Be sure not to miss this little slice of France in Tokyo!
©2022 Anne Gutman & Georg Hallensleben / Hachette Livre
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Gaspard and Lisa Explore Le Cafe in Paris
Running: May 11 – May 31, 2022
Location: Le Cafe de Joel Robuchon (Niponbashi Takashimaya S.C. 2F)
Hours: 10:30-19:30 (Last order 18:30)
Details: https://www.robuchon.jp/topics/12605.html
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Anime Film ‘Bubble’ Gets Online Exhibition at Anique for a Limited Time
17.May.2022 | ANIME&GAME / MUSIC
Anique has opened an online exhibition to celebrate the release of the animated film Bubble until June 30, 2022! The event is also offering limited-edition merchandise.
Merchandise Lineup
Acrylic Stand Diorama
Pin Set
Postcard Set
Clear Folder
Mug
Purchase Bonus: Round Stickers
The exhibition will serve as a deep dive into the world of Bubble, focusing on four categories: story, worldview, characters, and artwork.
Guests can enjoy browsing images from the film, and can also see valuable creation materials like storyboards and original sketches.
Jun Shison, who voices Hibiki in the film, contributed comments to the exhibition, along with director Tetsuro Araki.
Merchandise is also available to buy now! These items can only be found at this exhibition, so order while you can.
Have you watched Bubble on Netflix yet?
©2022「バブル」製作委員会
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Bubble Online Exhibition
Running: May 13 – June 30, 2022
Shop: https://shop.anique.jp/collections/bubble
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BTS, New Era, and MLB Collaboration Items Available at BAYFLOW
17.May.2022 | FASHION
Lifestyle brand BAYFLOW has launched a triple collaboration collection! Stores nationwide are now selling items created by the popular South Korean idol group BTS, headwear and fashion brand New Era, and the MLB, the world’s premier professional baseball league.
Dynamite
Butter
Black Swan
The designs in this collection incorporate the coloring and artwork found on the covers of the BTS singles Black Swan, Dynamite, and Butter, with the MLB logo. Fans can grab baseball caps, bucket hats, and t-shirts inspired by each song.
BAYFLOW began selling these new items in stores nationwide starting May 13, 2022. In addition, two New Era pop-up shops are open for a limited time at BAYFLOW Kichijoji and AEON Mall Kawaguchi!
Information
BTS x New Era x MLB
Release Date: May 13, 2022
Where to Buy: BAYFLOW stores nationwide
List of Stores: https://www.dot-st.com/m/bayflow/CSfMbStoreListPage.jsp*Not available at the web store, ZOZOTOWN, or Rakuten.
New Era Pop-up Store
Locations: BAYFLOW Kichijoji, AEON Mall KawaguchiDates:
At BAYFLOW Kichijoji until May 31
At AEON Mall Kawaguchi until June 6Official Site: https://www.bayflow.jp/