Japanese retailers announce various anime and character collaborations

Several Japanese retail brands have announced upcoming product releases featuring popular anime and character franchises.

Avail will release goods from ‘Chou Kaguya-hime!’ on October 24, including acrylic keychains and mini stands. The retailer is also launching Disney-themed items on the same day, featuring designs such as a Mickey Mouse varsity jacket and Dumbo merchandise. Additionally, Sanrio’s Pompompurin items, including mascot charms and plush backpacks, will be available for re-order via the Shimamura Park online store from October 24 to November 1.

GU has scheduled a collaboration with the anime ‘JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure’ for release on December 11, featuring seven types of apparel including graphic T-shirts and cardigans.

In the amusement sector, Banpresto will roll out ‘Winnie the Pooh’ mini mascots featuring unique facial expressions at amusement facilities nationwide starting October 22.