Gal Neko pop-up tour announced for four Japanese cities

CHOCOLATE Inc. has announced new details for the “Gal Neko POP-UP Anaboko Shoppi” tour, a traveling event featuring the character Tuna, a cat who aspires to be a “gal.” The pop-up centers on a donut-themed motif.

The tour will visit four major Japanese cities: Tokyo (September 4–17, 2026), Osaka (October 28–November 10, 2026), Nagoya (November 14–23, 2026), and Kyoto (December 11–21, 2026).

In Tokyo, the event will include a “facility takeover” at Tokyo Station Ichibangai, featuring original decorations and character-themed announcements. New merchandise includes mugs, plates, sweatshirts, mirrors, and plush hair scrunchies. Customers can also receive novelty items, such as random cards or canned sardines, based on their purchase totals.