From July 2 until July 24, the handmade donut shop Floresta will be offering donuts inspired by the Sanrio characters Kiki and Lala! These treats, made from all-natural ingredients, will be available at Floresta shops and at the online store.

The Little Twin Stars, Kiki and Lala, were born on the Omoiyari Star in the Dream-Star Cloud.

 

The older sister Lala and younger brother Kiki appear on these healthy donuts along with a shooting star. Floresta’s special white chocolate is kneaded with purple sweet potato powder and strawberry powder to create a donut that isn’t too sweet.

 

Little Twin Stars Collaboration Donuts

Part 1: July 2 – July 12
Ring Donuts (2 varieties)

Kiki / Lala

 

Part 2: July 13 – July 24
Kiki & Lala Shooting Star Donut Holes

During the second half of the event, guests will be able to grab donut holes based on the beloved characters. Although these sweet treats may be colorful, they were made with all-natural ingredients and are free of synthetic colors, fragrances, and preservatives. 

 

Enjoy these donuts yourself, buy them for a friend, or bring them to a family get-together.

 

© 2022 SANRIO CO., LTD.　APPROVAL NO. L631150

Starting July 15, Sanrio Puroland will premiere a new show, Nakayoku Connect. The unique hands-on experience will blend both the real and virtual worlds.

The interactive show Nakayoku Connect is set to introduce a new type of entertainment that combines a real live show filled with twinkling lights and lasers set to pop dance music with a virtual world. This is the first new show to be performed at Puro Village in three years, since Wish me mell’s Chance for You began in September 2019. This will also be the first time in about two years–since the temporary closure in 2020–that regular shows will be held in Puro Village during business hours.

 

For the first time ever, this show will be presented not only in Puroland, but virtually as well. Visitors are welcome to enjoy this unprecedented experimental show incorporating the world around us and the world inside the computer.

In Japanese, Nakayoku means ‘to care about friends’ and ‘to get along happily.’ The creators of the show believe that this is an important value to think about today, and visitors will enjoy seeing their favorite characters, from Hello Kitty and Dear Daniel to Bad Badtz-Maru and Kogimyun. The live and virtual shows will be performed simultaneously, and the characters will wear new costumes inspired by the concept of retro-futurism.

For a more immersive experience, the show will utilize a ‘fiber beam’ for the first time ever. Harmless to the body, the entirety of Puro Village will be illuminated, with the lights and animations linked to the show’s music. Come enjoy this brand-new experience!

Curious George Kitchen, located at Tokyo Solamachi, has unveiled a tropical summer menu along with new original merchandise! These goodies will be available from July 1 until September 25, 2022.

 

Bubbly & Colorful Fruit Punch: ¥1,480 (Tax Included)

‘Count the Stars’ Seafood Cream Pasta: ¥1,680 (Tax Included)

‘George Meets the Man in the Yellow Hat’ Drink Set with Figure: ¥1,800 (Tax Included)

 

The summer menu is perfect for those wanting to escape the heat, including colorful fruit punch and creamy seafood pasta utilizing seasonal ingredients.

‘I Love the Man in the Yellow Hat!’ Sicilian Lemon Cheese Cream Cannoli: ¥550 (Tax Included)

Colorful Grapa Panna Cotta: ¥450 (Tax Included)

Art Collection au Lait (Hot/Iced): ¥1,500 (Tax Included)

 

A refreshing Sicilian lemon cannoli is available for takeout, as well as a rich panna cotta topped with fresh cream and grape. The Art Collection au Lait includes a souvenir cup for customers to bring home!

Banana Stand: ¥3,280 (Tax Included)

Keychain: ¥690 each (Tax Included)

Apron: ¥4,950 (Tax Included)

 

New summer items are also available for purchase outside of the cafe. From a banana stand made of Japanese cypress to unisex T-shirts and even an apron, there’s something for everyone. Keychains with newly-drawn artwork have also appeared.

Chef George Swinging Stuffed Animal: ¥4,620 (Tax Included)

Menu Book Chocolate Cat Tongue: ¥1,080 (Tax Included)

 

An adorable Curious George stuffed animal and cute chocolate sweets inside of a book-like package will be available during this period. More details will be announced on the official Curious George Kitchen Twitter account.

Come enjoy summer with everyone’s favorite monkey and friends!

 

© Universal City Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved. Curious George and related characters, created by Margret and H. A. Rey, are copyrighted and registered by HarperCollins Publishers L.L.C. and used under license. All rights reserved.

Sanrio and LAPONE Entertainment have teamed up to launch the JO1 x Sanrio Character Development Project to create a new character inspired by the globally popular boy band JO1.

 

 

The new project combines JO1’s creativity with Sanrio’s beloved branding to create a character embodying the member’s strengths. JO1 announced the project during the 2022 SANRIO FES at Pacifico Yokohama North on June 12. A teaser has also been posted on the official JO1 YouTube channel. A special program will closely follow the project and new episodes will be posted on YouTube in the future, so be sure to watch!

 

Teaser Video

JO1’s marketing department has been tasked with making the group’s fans feel even closer, and the new character will be a kind of ‘alter ego’ of JO1. It’s unclear what kind of character we’ll see at the end of this, but fans are excited to find out!

©’22 SANRIO　著作（株）サンリオ　©️LAPONE ENTERTAINMENT

 

From June 21 until August 21, the GiGO Collaboration Cafe in Ikebukuro will be hosting a cafe inspired by the anime series Kuroko’s Basketball.

 

Drink Menu

 

Latte Art

 

Food Menu

 

Round 1

Kuroko and Kagami’s Japanese-style Tomato Pasta / Murasakibara and Himuro’s Rice with Bisque Sauce

 

Round 2

Aomine and Imayoshi’s Carbonara with Black Sesame / Akashi and Mayuzumi’s Doria with Squid Ink Cream and Cherry Tomatoes

 

Round 3

Midorima and Takao’s Focaccia Sandwich / Kise and Kasamatsu’s Chicken Omurice Plate

 

 

Dessert Menu

 

Round 1

Midorima and Takao’s French Toast / Aomine and Imayoshi’s Mixed Flavor Parfait

 

Round 2

Kuroko and Kagami’s French Toast / Kise and Kasamatsu’s Mixed Flavor Parfait

 

Round 3

Hanamiya’s ‘Akudo’ French Toast / Murasakibara and Himuro’s Mixed Flavor Parfait / Akashi and Mayuzumi’s Mixed Flavor Parfait

 

 

Menu Bonuses

 

Round 1

Round 2

Round 3

 

 

 

Goods

 

Big Acrylic Stand ~Cafe Ver.~ (10 varieties)

Holo Pin ~Cafe Ver.~ (10 varieties, random)

Art Panel ~Cafe Ver.~ (10 varieties, random)

Mini-character Pin ~Cafe Ver.~ (13 varieties, random)

Mini-Character Acrylic Keychain with Stand ~Cafe Ver.~ (13 varieties, random)

Polaroid Acrylic Keychain ~Cafe Ver.~ (10 varieties, random)

 

Fans of the series won’t want to miss a collection of dishes based on popular characters and a slew of new merchandise! Those ordering menu items will receive an exclusive coaster. 

 

©藤巻忠俊／集英社・黒子のバスケ製作委員会 ©「黒子のバスケ」アニメ10周年プロジェクト
© GENDA GiGO Entertainment Inc, All rights reserved.

The Sailor Moon franchise’s 30th-anniversary museum will run from July 1 to December 30 at Tokyo’s Roppongi Museum. The series became a global phenomenon in the 1990s and remains popular to this day.

The exhibition will feature the largest-ever collection of original illustrations by Sailor Moon’s creator Naoko Takeuchi. Rare original color drawings and some never-before-scene creations will be on display. The museum will have three phases: volume 1 (July 1 – September 4), volume 2 (September 10 – November 6), and volume 3 (November 12 – December 30), and during each phase, new works will be available for guests to peruse.

The event will also include an ‘immersive experience theater,’ which will display colored images on a massive 4.5 x 8-meter screen with special effects. Fans can also enjoy a ‘hologram manuscript exhibit,’ which will display the Sailor Scouts’ famous dialogue. Anime materials and a selection of classic merchandise from the 90s to the modern-day will be available to peruse, as well as outfits from the musicals.

 

 

Prior to the start of the exhibition, three new original drawings have been created by original author Naoko Takeuchi. These exclusive images will be on display throughout the event!

 

© Naoko Takeuchi

 

The results are in! The annual Sanrio Character Award tallies millions of votes to discover which of the company’s 450 characters is the fan favorite for the year. In 2022, nearly 26.5 million people cast their vote, totaling up to 124% of last year’s turnout.

Taking the top spot for the third year in a row is Cinnamoroll, almost reaching 3 million votes. The character is celebrating his 20th anniversary this year, so it’s fitting that he should take home the trophy!

 

Pompompurin came in second. The adorable dog has been in the top three for the past eight years and managed to rack up nearly 2.4 million votes. Surprisingly, Kuromi came in third, surpassing her rival My Melody for the first time ever. This was also the first time in the history of the competition that Kuromi has ranked in the top three.

Hangyodon ranked eighth, becoming the first new character in the top ten in 34 years. The fish character has been seeing increased popularity over the past year. 

 

All rankings are available to view on the official website, so be sure to take a look to find out where your favorite sits!

 

©’22 SANRIO　　S/D·G　　S/F·G　　SP-M　　著作　（株）サンリオ

A new concept cafe for the popular snack Tabekko Doubutsu will be opening in Omotesando for a limited time, from July 5 until August 21. The snack is similar to animal crackers in the west, though these little creatures are a little cuter.

 

Korean-style Macaron Set

 

Tabekko Doubutsu Cafe – Omotesando Goods Set (4 varieties)

 

Tabekko Doubutsu Cafe – Omotesando Mini Drawstring Pouch (9 varieties)

Tabekko Doubutsu has been hugely popular with young children and adults alike since the snack was first released in 1978. Guests visiting the collaboration cafe can enjoy themed sweets and new merchandise along with a special photo spot perfect for social media!

From June 25 until July 29, 2022, fans of Attack on Titan will want to visit Tokyo Solamachi at Tokyo Skytree! A special pop-up shop and collaboration cafe will welcome guests with exclusive merchandise and themed foods and drinks.

 

The original goods feature newly-drawn designs inspired by the Survey Corps’ rest outside the walls. These items can only be found here!

Please see the official website for store information, including more details about original goods and cafe menu purchase bonuses.

Godiva Cafe first collaborated with Sanrio’s Hapidanbui collective in February of this year. The second collaboration will begin on June 15, 2022!

Hapidanbui Chocolixer – White Chocolate Cacao 27% / Cacao 50%

Hapidanbui Godiva Cafe Original Pouch (with Godiva Soft Cookie)

 

The second collaboration will highlight the characters Pochacco and Pekkle. Godiva Cafe’s iconic drink, the Chocolixer, will be available in a special sleeve, and an original sticker will be handed out with each purchase.

 

Pochakko and Peckle pouches designed exclusively for the collaboration will also be available in-store while supplies last!

 

 © 2022 SANRIO CO., LTD. APPROVAL NO. L630772

To commemorate the 20th anniversary of the popular Sanrio character Cinnamoroll, a new campaign has begun at Kura Sushi locations around Japan! Popular Sanrio characters have gathered for a ‘Sushi Party,’ and guests can look forward to a new collection of original merchandise.

During the event period, customers are invited to partake in a game when they visit Kura Sushi. For every five plates, they will be entered to win a piece of original merchandise including clear folders, pins, and more!

Starting June 24, guests spending ¥2,500 or more will receive a clear folder featuring Sanrio characters (4 varieties).

Visitors to the Kura Sushi location in Harajuku will be able to grab an Apple Cinnamon W Cream crepe featuring a special Cinnamoroll illustration. Combining apple compote, cinnamon, and custard, this sweet treat not only offers the sweetness and softness of apples but is also perfect for posting on social media! The pale blue whipped cream is inspired by Cinnamoroll’s coloring.

Come celebrate Cinnamoroll’s 20th anniversary at Kura Sushi!

 

©2022 SANRIO CO., LTD. APPROVAL NO. L631475

From June 4 until June 25, the handmade donut shop Floresta will be offering donuts inspired by the Sanrio character Hangyodon! These treats, made from all-natural ingredients, will be available at Floresta shops and at the online store.

 

Hangyodon Collaboration Donuts

Part One: June 4 – June 14 / Ring Donuts, 2 varieties (Black Sesame / Strawberry)

Part 2: June 15 – June 25 / Donut Hole Cup, 1 variety (Hangyodon & Sayuri)

 

Hangyodon has become popular with men and women of all ages for his big round eyes and pouty lips. 

 

During the first part of the collaboration, the donuts were made with an image in mind of Hangyodon playing around on a pool float. Floresta’s special white chocolate was kneaded with black sesame and strawberry powder to create two mildly-sweet donuts.

 

The second part of the collaboration also includes Hangyodon’s friend, Sayuri the Octopus. Customers can enjoy a cup of donut holes perfect for kids and adults alike.

 

 

Although these sweet treats may be colorful, they were made with all-natural ingredients and are free of synthetic colors, fragrances, and preservatives. 

 

Enjoy these donuts yourself, buy them for a friend, or bring them to a family get-together. You’ll make everyone very happy!

 

© 2022 SANRIO CO., LTD.　APPROVAL NO. L631150