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Character merchandise releases scheduled for Shimamura and Bandai

Various character-themed merchandise and collectibles are scheduled for release in Japan throughout late 2026.

Shimamura will launch a range of Hello Kitty goods on August 19, including bags, storage cases, and bottle holders, available both in-store and via their online store, Shimamura Park.

Bandai Candy has announced the fourth installment of the ‘Hololive Deformed Collection’ for October 2026. The set features figures of VTubers AZKi, Oozora Subaru, Himemori Luna, and Takane Lui, along with their respective mascots.

Additionally, Bandai will release the ‘Machibouke TamagotchiGashapon series during the fourth week of August 2026. The collection includes five different character designs based on the Tamagotchi franchise.

Entities

Avail · Bandai · Bandai Candy · Disney · Sanrio · ShimaMura · Tamagotchi · hololive

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

  • [○ 1 SOURCE] Bandai will release the Tamagotchi Swing Case 3 via Gashapon in the fourth week of August.
  • [○ 1 SOURCE] The Tamagotchi Swing Case 3 will cost 300 yen per unit.
  • [○ 1 SOURCE] The Machibouke Tamagotchi Gashapon series will cost 300 yen per unit. news.mynavi.jp
  • [○ 1 SOURCE] The Tamagotchi Swing Case 3 lineup includes Mametchi, Kuchipatchi, Memetchi, Furawatchi, and Young Mametchi.
  • [○ 1 SOURCE] The Machibouke Tamagotchi series features five characters: Mametchi, Mimitchi, Pochitchi, Kuchipatchi, and Ginjirotchi. news.mynavi.jp
  • [○ 1 SOURCE] The Machibouke Tamagotchi Gashapon series will release in the fourth week of August 2026. news.mynavi.jp
  • [○ 1 SOURCE] Avail will release new Disney-themed merchandise featuring Minnie Mouse, Daisy Duck, and Clarice on August 22.
  • [○ 1 SOURCE] The Disney merchandise will be available at Avail stores nationwide and the Shimamura Park online store.