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Bandai and retail merchandise releases in Japan

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Latest: Japanese retailers launch new seasonal character merchandise

Bandai and various Japanese retailers continue to announce diverse merchandise releases for popular media franchises. Following the release of Heart’s 30th anniversary ‘4D Gummy Tamagotchi’ products on September 21, 2026

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Bandai Tamagotchi Ring and 30th anniversary releases

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Latest: Bandai announces new Tamagotchi products for 30th anniversary

To mark the 30th anniversary of the virtual pet franchise, Bandai unveiled the Tamagotchi Ring, a wearable device designed to be worn on a finger. The product represents a significant engineering feat, measuring approxim

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Development and reception of Sweekar AI companion

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Latest: AI technology advances with Sweekar companion and consciousness debates

Takway AI introduced Sweekar, an AI-powered virtual pet designed to evolve through four physical growth stages: egg, baby, adolescent, and adult. Presented at CES 2026, the egg-shaped device utilizes robotics, voice reco

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