New Rilakkuma Merchandise Features Amusement Park Filled with Sweets

13.June.2022 | FASHION

Everyone’s favorite lazy bear Rilakkuma is bringing fans a new merchandise collection! These items show the character and friends in an amusement park filled with sweets, and these goods will be on sale at retail stores nationwide and online in early July.

 

Everyone would love to visit an amusement park filled with desserts, and these items are sure to add some retro pop flare to your daily life.

 

Product Lineup at a Glance

Memo Pad: ¥385 (Tax Included)

Memo Pad with Clipboard: ¥660 (Tax Included)

 

These cute memo pads are available in four designs, and fans can also grab a special set including a colorful clipboard.

Camera Shoulder Strap: ¥2,750 (Tax Included)

 

Give your camera some extra pizazz with this cute camera strap! Each comes with a decorated synthetic leather pad made to reduce neck and shoulder strain.

Ferris Wheel Cushion: ¥3,850 (Tax Included)

 

This cushion also includes pockets for small stuffed animals!

 

These new items were made in conjunction with the Netflix series Rilakkuma’s Theme Park Adventure, scheduled to stream on Netflix worldwide starting August 25, 2022.

 

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