Rilakkuma 20th Anniversary Tour to Visit Aomori, Akita, Miyagi, and Iwate Prefectures
13.June.2022 | SPOT
Everyone’s favorite lazy bear Rilakkuma is turning 20, and to commemorate the big event, Sanrio is holding a special tour that is traveling around Japan. From September 8 until October 31, events will pop up in four prefectures in the Tohoku region–Aomori, Akita, Miyagi, and Iwate. Starting in July, the event will be visiting Hokkaido.
Tohoku Area Exclusive Art♪
The tour will travel from the northernmost to the southernmost points in Japan over 18 months, and guests visiting each event will be able to find unique prefecture-based environmentally-friendly merchandise. Fans will also be able to participate in SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) such as beach cleanups and support for local food banks and social programs.
Come take part in this celebration while also giving back to local areas around Japan!
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Ensemble Anniversary Tour ~Let’s Share the Leisurely SDGs Together~
Running: July 13, 2022 – Fall 2023
Venue: To open sequentially at event sites in each prefecture
Participation Fee: Free Entry into Venue
Special Tohoku Site: https://www.san-x.co.jp/rilakkuma/ensembletour/tohoku.html
Official Site: https://www.san-x.co.jp/rilakkuma/ensembletour/
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Rilakkuma Teams Up with SpoGOMI to Sponsor National Cleanup Competition
24.June.2022 | FASHION
In an effort to clean up areas around Japan, everyone’s favorite lazy bear is teaming up with the Social Sports Initiative’s SpoGOMI! Rilakkuma is currently on his own nationwide tour, traveling from the northernmost to the southernmost points in Japan over 18 months. Guests visiting each event will be able to find unique prefecture-based environmentally-friendly merchandise.
SpoGOMI is an entirely new sport started in Japan, combining a traditional sport with trash pickup! It’s always more fun to turn a chore into a game, and participants compete to see who can pick up the most garbage.
Merchandise at a Glance
Mug
Pin
Fan
Round Coin Purse
Merchandise (Exclusive to the Hokkaido Area)
T-Shirt
Canvas Tote Bag (S)
Hand Towel (M/L)
Along with the standard rules, a new version of the game inspired by Rilakkuma will be introduced, perfect for both children and adults to enjoy.
After helping to clean up, why not enjoy some delicious local food and sightseeing? Join Rilakkuma in his efforts to clean up Japan and connect local communities.
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Ensemble Tour ~Let’s Share the Leisurely SDGs Together~
Running: July 13, 2022 – Fall 2023
Venue: To open sequentially at event sites in each prefecture
Participation Fee: Free Entry into Venue
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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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Rilakkuma 20th Anniversary Tour to Visit Hokkaido
Everyone’s favorite lazy bear Rilakkuma is turning 20! To commemorate this big event, Sanrio is holding a special tour that will travel around Japan. From July 13 until August 31, events will pop up in three cities in Hokkaido–Sapporo, Obihiro, and Hakodate.
Merchandise
Rilakkuma & Todok Collaboration Cotton Gloves
The environmentally-friendly event will offer locally designed products made from recycled materials. A special Hokkaido Ocean Cleanup will also be held with a group in Sapporo, and those participating in the event will receive a limited edition pair of cotton gloves.
Prior to the start of the event, the official Twitter account of the Rilakkuma tour (@rk_ensembletour) is running a limited-time campaign until May 29. 10 lucky people will win a magnet sticker not available for sale! To enter, just follow the account and retweet the tagged Tweet.Information
Anniversary Tour ~Let’s Share the Leisurely SDGs Together~
Sapporo Venue
Running: July 13 – July 25, 2022
Venue: Daimaru Sapporo 7F
Address: 4-Chome-7, Kita 5-Jonishi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo
Obihiro Venue
Running: July 29 – August 9, 2022
Venue: FUJIMARU 6F Event Space
Address: 8-Chome-1 Nishi 2 Jominami, Obihiro
Hakodate VenueRunning: August 13 – August 31, 2022
Venue: Kanemori Yobutsu Red Brick Warehouse Event Space
Address: 14-12 Suehirocho, Hakodate
Contact/Details:Cut-off Date: June 5, 2022
https://mybottle-eco.com/action/cleanup/Hokkaido Ocean Cleanup
Date: June 15, June 18 / 10:00-11:00 (Reception open at 9:30~)
Location: 51 seashores around HokkaidoParticipation Fee: Free
Event: https://www.san-x.co.jp/rilakkuma/ensembletour/
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Local Sumikko Gurashi and Rilakkuma Goods for Sale in Shimonoseki
The Daimaru location in Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi Prefecture, will soon begin selling limited edition Rilakkuma and Sumikko Gurashi goods! About 1,400 rare goods previously only available at 10 locations around Japan will be available in Shimonoseki from May 25 until May 30. Inspired by locales around the country, these adorable items will inspire you to travel when you can!
Limited Edition Sumikko Gurashi Goods
Ise Shop Exclusive
Dangling Stuffed Animal
Dangling Stuffed Animal
Jisho-ji Shop Exclusive
Dangling Stuffed Animal
Kyoto Kiyomizu-Zaka Shop Exclusive
Dangling Stuffed Animal
Shrine and Temple Stamp Book
Castella Manju
Dazaifu Shop Exclusive
Dangling Stuffed Animal
Rilakkuma’s Teahouse & Rilakkuma’s Bath Exclusive Goods
Arashiyama Shop Exclusive
Honey Castella Manju
Miyajima Shop Exclusive
Stuffed Animal
Roasted Mochi Pieces, Soy Sauce Flavor (with Can)
Kurokawa Shop Exclusive
Japanese Pattern Towels
Dogomachi Shop Exclusive
Stuffed Animals
Kusatsu Shop Exclusive
Stuffed Animal
With over 700 Sumikko Gurashi goods available, each symbolizing a specific locale with a cherry blossom theme, it won’t be easy to choose which items you’ll want to take home. Photo spots will also be set up at the venue, so come snap some pics for social media! Also, look forward to the Summer Bread and Sweets Festival 2022 in the adjacent venue!
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Shimonoseki Daimaru
Available: May 25 – May 30, 10:00-19:00 *Closes at 16:00 on May 30.
Location: Shimonoseki Daimaru 6F
Official Site: https://www.daimaru.co.jp/shimonoseki/
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Rilakkuma & Sumikko Gurashi Festival to Open at Tokorozawa Sakura Town in Saitama
14.April.2022 | ANIME&GAME / SPOT
Popular Rilakkuma and Sumikko Gurashi characters will be taking over Tokorozawa Sakura Town in Saitama from April 16 until May 22 during the Rilakkuma & Sumikko Gurashi Festival! Guests will be greeted by the characters themselves, and will be able to participate in tons of fun activities, photo spots, and more!
The festival will have a full lineup of exclusive merchandise only available at Tokorozawa Sakura Town, from cute and useful items like clear folders to fans to use during the summer heat.
A limited collaboration menu with Kadokawa Shokudou will also be available during the event. The ‘Rilakkuma & Sumikko Gurashi Festival Picnic Plate’ is full of fun finger foods that are easy for both adults and children to eat and includes a special lunch mat. Guests can also participate in a commemorative photo session with the characters dressed in new costumes!
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Rilakkuma & Sumikko Gurashi Festival
Running: April 16 – May 22, 2022
Closed on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Tuesday of each month (If Tuesday is a national holiday, the festival will be open on that date, and closed the following day.)
Hours: 10:00-18:00 (Last admission 30 minutes prior to closing).
Venue: Tokorozawa Sakura Town, EJ Anime Museum (Kadokawa Musashino Museum 3F)Tickets: https://l-tike.com/rilakkuma-and-sumikko-fest-sakuratown/
Official Site: https://www.ntv.co.jp/rilakkuma-and-sumikko-fest/
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The brand Buttons & Cufflinks has released an accessory collection with the popular San-X character Rilakkuma! The items are now available at 26 Cotomono Marche stores nationwide and online.
The collection features the lazy bear Rilakkuma, the mischievous Korilakkuma, and the hard-working Kiiroitori. Fans can snag earrings of Rilakkuma with pancakes, Korilakkuma with strawberries, Kiiroitori with a four-leaf clover, and Chairoikoguma with honey.
Rilakkuma brooches are also available for adults who still like to be playful. In 2022, why not snazz up your wardrobe with everyone’s favorite relaxing bear and friends?
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Button & Cufflinks x Rilakkuma
Where to Buy: 26 Cotomono Marche Stores Nationwide, Limited Time Shops, Online Shop, etc.
Online Shop: https://cotomono.official.ec
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Chiyoda City Tourism Ambassador Rilakkuma Featured in New Collaborative Menu
The Chiyoda City Tourism Association ambassador Rilakkuma is making an appearance at RESTAURANT 1899 OCHANOMIZU and Restaurant f for a limited time. Along with some scrumptious menu items shaped like everyone’s favorite lazy bear, the Tourism Association will be selling some limited edition Rilakkuma goods while supplies last starting March 18!
RESTAURANT 1899 OCHANOMIZU
March 14 – May 31, 2022
Rilakkuma Curry: ¥1,500 (Tax Included) *Limited to 20 per day at Cafe and Diner
Rilakkuma lazes about on a comfy egg cushion while surrounded by a Japanese curry roux. The Rilakkuma-colored rice cooked with roasted green tea matches the flavor profile perfectly!
Korilakkuma Partait: ¥1,700 (Tax Included) *Limited to 15 per day at Cafe
This parfait combines Korilakkuma’s favorite strawberries and Japanese tea. Strawberry jelly and whipped cream are delicately mixed with green tea jelly and cake and milk pudding.
Rilakkuma & Friends Latte: ¥900 each (Tax Included) *Available at Cafe and Diner
The Rilakkuma Latte features hojicha mixed with honey, while the Korilakkuma Latte is a black tea latte with strawberry sauce. The Kiiroitori Latte is made with sencha mixed with yuzu and ginger.Restaurant f
March 15 – June 30, 2022
Rilakkuma Collaboration Curry by Chef Nankyoku ¥1,500 (Tax Included) *Limited Quantity Available
The chef behind this creation was previously on an expedition to Antarctica! This special ‘f-curry’ is a rich curry with more than 10 spice varieties, plenty of onion, and some secret ingredients. Each order comes with salad, soup, and an original coaster (while supplies last).
F’s Cookies – Blooming Sakura Rilakkuma: ¥700 (Tax Included) *Limited Quantity Available
Each Rilakkuma cookie has been decorated with a cherry blossom petal as a spring bonus.
Rilakkuma’s Chiyoda Ambassador Memorial Ramune Candy (10 pieces): ¥650 (Tax Included) *Limited Quantities Available
The chef put his heart and soul into making each of these iced ramune candies decorated with the faces of these beloved San-X characters.
Chiyoda City Tourism Association Tourism Ambassador Original Merchandise
Plush Keychain: ¥1,800 (Tax Included) *Only 1,000 Available
This stuffed Rilakkuma is wearing the tourism ambassador’s official hanten.
Chiyoda Sakura Netsuke: ¥800 (Tax Included) *Only 1,000 Available
This netsuke was created from a cherry tree from the moat of Edo Castle. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the cherry tree restoration fund!
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RESTAURANT 1899 OCHANOMIZU
Address: 3-4 Kanda Surugadai, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
Hours: Cafe 14:00 – Last Order 17:30 / Dinner 18:00 – Last Order 20:00 (Weekdays Only)Restaurant f
Address: Plaza F 2F (15 Rokubancho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo)
Hours: Collaboration Cafe 14:00 – Last Order 16:30 / Cookies & Ramune 10:00-17:30
*Cookies & Ramune also sold on 1FChiyoda City Tourism Association Tourism Ambassador Original Merchandise
Where to Buy: Chiyoda City Tourist Information Center (1-6-17 Kudanminami, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo)Chiyoda City Tourism Association Official Site: https://visit-chiyoda.tokyo/
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@Loppi and Special Loppi (HMV&BOOKS Online) is now offering a collection of Rilakkuma-inspired goods! These include items perfect for home interiors like kitchen products, jewelry stands, tissue boxes, and much more. Many of these items will only be on sale through Loppi, such as an exclusive plush toy decorated with the Lawson logo.
Merchandise at a Glance
Funny Lunch Plush: ¥4,180 (Tax Included)
This collaborative Lawson and Rilakkuma plush comes with a cup perfect for holding desktop accessories!
Rilakkuma Volkswagen Bus Tissue Box: ¥5,280 (Tax Included)
This stylish tissue holder comes with a cup that will transform it into a pen holder or other container for small items.
Kiiroitori LED Acrylic Jewelry Stand: ¥4,180 (Tax Included)
This functional and stylish illuminated acrylic stand is perfect for storing earrings, either in the provided holes or at the base.
Preorders for these products are now open exclusively at @Loppi and Special Loppi (HMV&BOOKS Online) inside Lawson stores nationwide. For a full list of goods available, check out the detailed information page!
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*Please note that design specifications may differ from the products pictured above.
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@Loppi / Special Loppi (HMV&BOOKS online) Limited Edition Merch
Preorders: March 1, 10:00 – April 17, 23:30
*Release dates differ depending on the product.
Product Details: https://www.hmv.co.jp/news/article/220125127/
Where to Preorder:
1. Loppi terminals at Lawson stores nationwide. *Preorder through a Loppi terminal and pick up your order at a Lawson store for free shipping!
2. Special Loppi Page(HMV&BOOKS online)
@Loppi *Starting March 1 at 10:00
https://www.lawson.co.jp/campaign/lop_rilakkuma2022spring/
Special Loppi (HMV&BOOKS Online)
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ABC Cooking Studio to Hold One Day Rilakkuma-Inspired Lesson
10.February.2022 | ANIME&GAME / FOOD
ABC Cooking Studio locations nationwide will be offering 1-day Rilakkuma-inspired lessons throughout the entire month of March. Who wouldn’t like to learn how to make such adorable food?
Rilakkuma, known for his love of delicious food, and ABC Cooking Studio, an open school where anyone can learn cooking and baking skills, are teaming up for this tasty workshop. Participants will learn how to make ‘Rilakkuma’s Prawns and Tomato Cream’ with seasoned rice, the quick and easy ‘Herb Chicken Cutlet and Salad,’ and the ‘Strawberry Berry Mousse’ using Korilakkuma’s favorite food. There will also be a lineup of Rilakkuma souvenirs!
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Rilakkuma x ABC Cooking Studio
Lesson Dates: March 1 – March 31, 2022
Location: ABC Cooking Studio Locations Nationwide
Participation Fee: ¥2,500 (Tax Included)Reservations Begin February 10, 2022
Reservations: https://odl.abc-cooking.co.jp/one/
Official Site: https://www.san-x.co.jp/
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Village Vanguard Online Store Opens Rilakkuma Pop-Up Shop with Massive Plushies
20.December.2021 | ANIME&GAME / FASHION
If you visit Japan, you’ll likely find yourself in a Village Vanguard shop eventually. The popular chain sells just about everything under the sun for low prices, from apparel and toys to books and DVDs. Until January 6, 2022, visitors to Village Vanguard Online can peruse a special Rilakkuma pop-up shop named ‘My Imaginary Rilakkuma.’ Most importantly, a super long Rilakkuma stuffed animal will only be available from this shop!
Big Long Huggable Plush (Rilakkuma/Kiiroitori)
Plushie Keychain (5 varieties)
Plushie (Korilakkuma/Kiiroitori)
Acrylic Stand (2 varieties)
Shopping Bag
Rilakkuma is known for always being lazy, but can you imagine if he decided to actually work hard for a day? You might fall in love with him a little more. The acrylic stands read “You look beautiful today,” and “Let’s make today a wonderful day.” Will you be snagging any of these items?
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Rilakkuma Pop-Up Shop on Village Vanguard Online
Open until January 6, 2022
Details: https://vvstore.jp/feature/detail/16900/?utm_source=press
Village Vanguard Online: http://vvstore.jp/?utm_source=press
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Tokyo Daijingu Shrine in Iidabashi Offering Rilakkuma Themed Ema Plaques
The popular character Rilakkuma was recently appointed as the tourism ambassador for Chiyoda City in Tokyo. To commemorate this lofty position, Tokyo Daijingu Shrine will begin offering Ema decorated with Rilakkuma starting December 1, 2021. Ema are small wooden plaques found at shrines, and visitors can write their wishes or prayers on them before hanging them up for the Gods to receive them.
Tokyo Daijingu was built in the early Meiji period so that residents of Tokyo could worship the many deities enshrined at the Grand Shrine of Ise from afar. Originally built in Hibiya, the shrine was moved to Iidabashi in 1928 after the Kanto Earthquake.
Rilakkuma became the tourism ambassador for Chiyoda in August and aims to convey the many charms of the area to as many people as possible. These Ema feature an original Rilakkuma design along with the crest of Tokyo Daijingu.
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Tokyo Daijingu Shrine Rilakkuma Ema
Available: December 1 *Only available while Rilakkuma is Tourism Ambassador.
Hours: 8:00-17:00
Size: 12cm
Fee: ¥500
Official Site: http://www.tokyodaijingu.or.jp/
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Adorable Menu Items From Sapporo’s Rilakkuma & Sumikko Gurashi Festival Revealed
28.September.2021 | ANIME&GAME / FOOD / SPOT
The cute characters from Rilakkuma and Sumikko Gurashi are coming together in a new event being held at Sapporo Factory in Hokkaido! The Rilakkuma & Sumikko Gurashi Festival is now underway, and we’ve some new details to share about the goodies fans can expect.
Guests attending the event will be greeted by their favorite characters at the entrance, and through the doors, tons of events will be underway! A collection of special goods and memorable photo spots will also leave fans of both series starstruck.
Rilakkuma & Sumikko Gurashi Gelato: ¥750 each / Sally’s Cupcake (Located on 2F)
Relaxing and Restful Rilakkuma Chocolate Baumkuchen (2 piece set) / Haus Von Frau Kurosawa (Located on 2F)
Rilakkuma & Sumikko Gurashi Festival Cup: ¥900 each
Enjoy a ton of delicious and adorable original sweets and drinks, served in original cups made for the event! All items are available for takeout.
For each eligible food or drink item purchased, a special magnet featuring a brand-new illustration will be gifted to guests at random.
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Rilakkuma & Sumikko Gurashi Festival Sapporo
Running: September 17, 2021 – November 28, 2021 (Closed Thursdays)
Hours: Weekdays 13:00-17:00, Weekends and Holidays 10:00-17:00 (Final Admission at 16:30)
Address: Sapporo Factory Building 3, 3F
Official Site: https://stv.jp/event/rilakkuma-and-sumikko-fest/
Official site:https://stv.jp/event/rilakkuma-and-sumikko-fest/