Hilton Osaka to Hold Cinnamoroll and Sanrio Character Sweets Buffet
Folk Kitchen, a restaurant on the second floor of Hilton Osaka, will hold the Sanrio Characters Sweets Buffet ~Joyful Summer Festival~ from May 20 until September 11, 2022. The event is being held to celebrate Cinnamoroll, Pompompurin, and Pochakko coming in first, second, and third in the Sanrio Character Awards. A lineup of 25 different sweets will be available, including those filled with summer fruits like mango, peach, and watermelon! In addition, a “Zero Leftovers Campaign” will be implemented–so be sure to clear your plate!
Happy Festival Heart Mousse
Joyful Pink Cake / Lime & Raspberry
Fluffy and Crunchy Mango Pavlova
Decorated with chocolate and adorable character designs, the Happy Festival Heart Mousse is a scrumptious dish blending the flavor of banana, caramel, and rum. The Joyful Pink Cake will be a smash-hit with Sanrio lovers, featuring the soft taste of white mousse and raspberry compote with a fresh lime flavor. Tons of other original sweets will be available, including everything from gingerbread to orange tarts.
Visitors can also find plenty of vegan sweets. Summer Blue Sky Jello features contrasting colors of pineapple pulp and soymilk cream that look like clouds floating against a summer sky. Be sure to try the Almond & Watermelon Jello and Grapefruit and Lychee Jello too!
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Sanrio Characters Sweets Buffet ~Joyful Summer Festival~
Venue: Hilton Osaka 2F / Folk Kitchen
Running: Every Day from May 20 – September 11
Hours: 15:00-16:30
Details: https://osaka.hiltonjapan.co.jp/plans/restaurants/sweetsbuffet/folkkitchen-2205
Official Site: http://www.hiltonosaka.com
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Fruit-Filled Afternoon Tea Inspired by Japanese Folktale Momotaro Announced
Kawagoe Prince Hotel, located in an Edo-period castle town in northwest Tokyo, will begin offering a special afternoon tea set starting July 1, 2022. Inspired by the Japanese folktale Momotaro, the summer fruit-filled tower of treats will be available until August 31, 2022.
Top Plate
Middle Plate
Bottom Plate
Savory
The top plate of the three-tiered set features tasty peach and cheese mousse, peach meringue, macadamia nut chocolate, and Kibi Dango put together to resemble the hero of the story, Momotaro. On the middle tier, visitors will find sweets inspired by the many animals found in the story, from the monkey and dog to the pheasants. Guests can enjoy many summer fruits including mango and kiwi.
Those who come to the store in a yukata (summer kimono) and follow the official Kawagoe Prince Hotel Instagram will receive a special fruit platter.
Come enjoy the world of Momotaro as you wander around this historical Japanese town!
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Japanese Folk Tale Afternoon Tea ~Momotaro~
Available: Weekdays from July 1 – August 31, 2022
Times: 2 90-minute seatings a day *Limited to 10 groups each day
Seating 1: 11:30-13:00Seating 2: 13:15-14:45
Venue: Etoile Buffet Restaurant (9F)
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Peter Rabbit 120th Anniversary Exhibition in Osaka to Offer New Original Goods
01.July.2022 | FASHION
The Peter Rabbit 120th Anniversary Exhibition will be offering some exclusive original merchandise. The event will be held at the Abeno Harukas Museum in Osaka from July 2 until October 4, 2022, so fans of the adorable picture books will want to make a pilgrimage.
Goods
Stuffed Animal
Brass Brooch
Brass Necklace – Gold
Brass Necklace – Silver
T-Shirt – Grey
T-Shirt – Blue
Peter Rabbit is a mischievous rabbit who has been loved by audiences around the world for decades. The first picture book in the series, The Tale of Peter Rabbit, was published by Frederick Warne in 1902, celebrating its 120th anniversary in 2022.
To celebrate this special occasion, this exhibition will look back on Peter Rabbit’s journey over the past century. Over 170 items will be on display, including rare original color drawings.
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Peter Rabbit 120th Anniversary Exhibition – Osaka
Running: July 2 – October 4, 2022
Hours: Tuesday-Friday, 10:00 – 20:00 (Last Entry at 19:30)
Monday/Saturday/Sunday, 10:00-18:00 (Last Entry at 17:30)
Closed: July 4, July 11Venue: Abeno Harukas Museum
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Popular LINE Sticker Character Opanchuusagi Inspires Cafes in Tokyo and Osaka
The popular character Opanchuusagi, created by illustrator Kawaisoni, has inspired two collaboration cafes! Fans of the adorable rabbit will be able to grab themed dishes and goods in both Tokyo and Osaka from July 7 until August 21. Does the character look familiar? You’ve probably seen her on social media or on LINE!
Opanchuusagi does her best for everyone but tends to fail in hilarious ways. The melancholy character has been getting increasingly popular lately, leaving comments like “poor thing,” or “so cute!”
Cafe Visitor Bonus / Menu Order Bonus
Menu
Opanchu Curry
Opanchu Omurice
Opanchu Burger
Opanchu Shaved Ice
Opanchu Pancake
Opanchu Parfait
Opanchu Missing-Underpants Soda
Opanchu Pink Soda
Opanchu Strawberry Milk
Opanchu Latte
Goods
The Opanchuusagi Cafe will offer a lineup of cute menu items perfect for posting on social media, from the curry and burger to the shaved ice and latte. The cafe will also sell original merchandise, so don’t miss your chance to snag some!
Why not come relax at this unique cafe on a hot summer day?
©KAWAISOUNI!
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Opanchuusagi Cafe
Venues/Dates:
Ikebukuro, Tokyo
BOX cafe&space Matsumoto Kiyoshi Ikebukuro Part 2
July 7 – August 21, 2022Matsumoto Kiyoshi Ikebukuro Part 2, 4F (1-22-8 Higashiikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo)
Umeda, Osaka
BOX cafe&space Umeda LOFTJuly 7 – August 21, 2022
Umeda LOFT, 1F (16-7 Chayamachi, Kita-ku, Osaka)
Official Twitter: https://twitter.com/opanchu_cafe
Reservations / Official Site: https://opanchuusagi-cafe.jp/
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Coji-Coji and Sanrio Characters Come Together to Celebrate Cinnamoroll’s 20th Anniversary
28.June.2022 | ANIME&GAME / FASHION
To commemorate Cinnamoroll’s 20th anniversary, Coji-Coji and a ton of other Sanrio characters are coming together to celebrate!
The characters who live in fairy tale lands are always on a mission to entertain humans. Coji-Coji attends a school and studies hard every day, following the example of famous characters active in the human world. Sanrio characters have come to the school to study hard themselves, and this newly-created collaboration art shows the characters in adorable matching school uniforms.
Look forward to these new collaborative products coming in the summer of 2022, as well as other unique plans to celebrate the anniversary of Cinnamoroll!
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Golden Kamuy x Sanrio Characters Collaboration Cafe to Open in Shibuya
27.June.2022 | ANIME&GAME / FOOD / SPOT
Characters from the popular anime series Golden Kamuy will team up with beloved Sanrio characters for a new collaboration cafe! Fans should visit Chugai Grace Cafe in Shibuya by July 18 to try some themed dishes and grab some exclusive merchandise.
Menu
Eat the Great North! Cream Stew Plate
Almond Pound Cake with Lingonberry Sauce
Matagi’s Stump Birthday Cake
Monkichi the Monkey and Shiraishi’s Banana Soda
Cola Float and Strange Juice
Goods
Pin – Cafe ver. (7 varieties, random)
Acrylic Stand (7 varieties)
Acrylic Frame Keychain (7 varieties)
Acrylic Block – Cafe ver.
Let’s Go to the Cafe! Curry (2 varieties)
Pouch (10 varieties)
Genjirou Tanigaki Birthday Set
Collab Menu Order / Advanced Reservation Bonus Coaster (17 varieties)
Matagi’s Stump Birthday Cake Order Bonus – Bromide
Goods Preorder Bonus Bromide (17 varieties)
The collaboration menu will include a tasty Almond Pound Cake with Lingonberry Sauce and Matagi’s Stump Birthday Cake to celebrate Tanigaki’s birthday! Don’t miss out on these exclusive menu items and goods.
©野田サトル/集英社・ゴールデンカムイ製作委員会
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Golden Kamuy x Sanrio Characters x Chugai Grace Cafe
Running: June 23 – July 18, 2022
Venue: Shibuya MODI 7F, Chugai Grace Cafe
Official Site: https://chugai-grace-cafe.jp/collaboration/kamuyxsanrio/ -
Natural Donut Shop Floresta Collaborates with Sanrio’s Kiki and Lala for New Treats
26.June.2022 | FOOD
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
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Little Twin Stars Collaboration Donuts
Available: July 2 – July 24, 2022
Where to Buy: Floresta locations nationwide, Online store
Shop List: https://www.nature-doughnuts.jp/shop/
Details: https://www.nature-doughnuts.jp/menu/collab2022070201.html
Official Site: https://floresta-ec.jp/
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Sanrio Puroland Opens New Sensory Show Fusing Real and Virtual Worlds
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!
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Hands-on Show ‘Nakayoku Connect’
Running: July 15, 2022 – End Date TBD
Venue: Puro Village
Runtime: Around 15 minutes
Details: https://www.puroland.jp/nakayoku_connect/Official Site: https://www.puroland.jp/
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Sumikko Gurashi 10th Anniversary Cafe to Open in Tokyo and Osaka for a Limited Time
23.June.2022 | ANIME&GAME / FOOD
The characters of Sumikko Gurashi are celebrating an incredible decade! A 10th-anniversary cafe will open in Tokyo on July 1 and in Osaka on July 22 for a limited time.
Sumikko Gurashi characters have become popular with children and adults alike. Anyone who enjoys cute goods has likely been aware of these little critters as they’ve continued to become a global phenomenon. In November 2021, the second Sumikko Gurashi film premiered to celebrate the franchise’s 10th anniversary, pulling in over a million viewers.
Bonus for Guests Reserving a Spot in Advance / Purchase Bonus for Cafe Visitors
Menu at a Glance
10th Anniversary Celebration♪ Hamburger Plate
French Fry Bowl
Chilly☆Sumikko Shaved Ice
Sumikko Bouquet Parfait
Sumikko Milk Drink
Tapioca Orange Soda
Hot Cafe Latte
Takeout Menu
Sumi-cone Ice Cream (Limited Time Only)
Drink in Original Bottle
Original Goods
The cafe menu includes three unique items inspired by the popular characters Shirokuma, Penguin?, Tonkatsu, Neko, or Tokage. These treats range from parfait and ice cream to bowls of french fries and fluffy pancakes. Snap some photos of your favorite dishes for social media while you’re there, and pick up some exclusive 10th-anniversary merchandise!
© 2022 San-X Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
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Sumikko Gurashi 10th Anniversary Cafe
Dates/Venues:
Oshiage, Tokyo: BOX cafe&space Tokyo Solamachi
July 1 – September 4, 2022
Tokyo Skytree Town / Solamachi 1F (1-1-2 Oshiage, Sumida-ku, Tokyo)
Abeno, Osaka: Abeno contact
July 22 – August 28, 2022
Abeno Q’s Mall 4F (1-6-1 Abenosuji, Abeno-ku, Osaka)
Online Shop
July 22, 12:00 – September 4, 23:59
https://sumikkogurashi-10th-cafe.jp/online_store
Official Site: https://sumikkogurashi-10th-cafe.jp
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Sanrio to Create Original Character Inspired by Boy Band JO1
19.June.2022 | FASHION
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
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JO1 x Sanrio Character Development Project Official Site: https://www.sanrio.co.jp/special/jo1
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Final Results of 2022 Sanrio Character Ranking Announced
16.June.2022 | FASHION
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
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Official Site: https://ranking.sanrio.co.jp
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Godiva Cafe Releases Drinks and Goods Inspired by Sanrio’s Hapidanbui
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
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Godiva Cafe x Hapidanbui – 2nd Collaboration
Hapidanbui Chocolixer
Price: ¥680 (Tax Included)
Where to Buy: Godiva Cafe locations nationwide
Available: June 15 – end of August
Hapidanbui Godiva Cafe Original Pouch
Price: ¥1,850 (Tax Included)
Where to Buy: Godiva Cafe locations nationwideAvailable: June 15 while supplies last
Official Site: https://www.godiva.co.jp/
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Kura Sushi Begins Exclusive Sanrio Characters Collaboration Campaign
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
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Sanrio Characters Collaboration Campaign
Running: June 10 – June 30, 2022Official Site: https://www.kurasushi.co.jp/