Bandai and retail merchandise releases in Japan

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 lineup includes Mametchi, Kuchipatchi, Memetchi, Furawatchi, and Young Mametchi.
• [○ 1 SOURCE] The Tamagotchi Swing Case 3 will cost 300 yen per unit.
• [○ 1 SOURCE] The Machibouke Tamagotchi Gashapon series will release in the fourth week of August 2026.
• [○ 1 SOURCE] The Machibouke Tamagotchi series features five characters: Mametchi, Mimitchi, Pochitchi, Kuchipatchi, and Ginjirotchi.
• [○ 1 SOURCE] The Machibouke Tamagotchi Gashapon series will cost 300 yen per unit.
• [○ 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.
• [○ 1 SOURCE] Sega is launching a Disney Villains and Disney Characters 2026 online lottery.
• [○ 1 SOURCE] The top prize in the Sega online lottery is an approximately 18.5cm Hades figure.
• [○ 1 SOURCE] The Sega online lottery runs from September 11 to November 10, 2026.
• [○ 1 SOURCE] Sega Prize is releasing Disney Villains mini plushies in game centers starting September 18, 2026.

Timeline

1. 24 days ago

   [CULTURE] 4 sources

   Japanese retailers launch new seasonal character merchandise

   Japanese retailers Nitori and Heart are launching new seasonal merchandise, including Nitori's Deco Neko cushions and Chiikawa-themed Christmas sweets and tins.

2. 26 days ago

   [CULTURE] 3 sources

   Bandai to release new Kirby and Sanrio Gashapon accessories

   Bandai is releasing new Gashapon ‘merujishi accessories’ in October 2026, featuring die-cast Kirby metal charms and soft flocking Sanrio Characters in a ‘Baby’ theme.

3. 27 days ago

   [CULTURE] 3 sources

   Chiikawa expands merchandise with GU collaboration and new mascots

   Chiikawa is launching new merchandise, including a GU apparel collaboration featuring cozy winter designs and various new character mascots scheduled for late 2026.

4. 30 days ago

   [CULTURE] 2 sources

   Japanese retailers announce new character merchandise collaborations

   Japanese retailers Sanrio, Shimamura, and Avail are launching new merchandise collections for Tamagotchi, Chiikawa, Disney, and Poppy Playtime throughout late 2026.

5. about 1 month ago

   [BUSINESS] 6 sources

   Sanrio, Bandai, and Heart announce new character-themed merchandise

   Japanese companies Sanrio, Bandai, and Heart have announced new character-themed merchandise, including Sanrio soft vinyl figures, Dragon Ball card gummies, and 3D Tamagotchi gummies.

6. about 1 month ago

   [CULTURE] 3 sources

   Character merchandise releases announced for Sanrio, Sakura Wars, and Prisma Illya

   New character merchandise for Sanrio, Sakura Wars, and Fate/kaleid liner Prisma Illya is scheduled for release in Japan throughout late September and October 2026.

7. about 1 month ago

   [CULTURE] 4 sources

   Sega and Shimamura announce new Disney and Pokémon merchandise releases

   New character merchandise is arriving in Japan this September, including Disney Villains lottery prizes and plushies from Sega, and a variety of Pokémon bags and accessories from Shimamura.

8. about 2 months ago

   [CULTURE] 4 sources

   Chiikawa merchandise expands with new mascots and interactive chocolates

   New and re-released Chiikawa-themed merchandise is arriving in Japan, including Kitan Club heart-shaped rubber mascots and Bandai’s interactive Charapaki chocolate sets.

9. about 2 months ago

   [BUSINESS] 3 sources

   Shimamura launches new character merchandise and autumn collections

   Shimamura is launching a new collection of character goods, featuring Cardcaptor Sakura, Sanrio, and PEANUTS, alongside autumn fashion trends starting September 5, 2026.

10. about 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources

    Japan entertainment merchandise releases include Disney, Hololive, and Kamen Rider

    New collectible merchandise including Disney Halloween Gashapon, Hololive acrylic stands, Kamen Rider Myse figures, and Bunny Garden 2 lottery items are launching in Japan.

11. about 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources

    Character merchandise releases scheduled for Shimamura and Bandai

    Japan sees a wave of character merchandise releases from Shimamura and Bandai, including Sanrio Lolita-style goods, Pokémon Gashapon, and Moomin mascot collections.

12. 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 6 sources

    Character merchandise releases scheduled for Shimamura and Bandai

    New character merchandise is arriving in Japan, including Hello Kitty goods at Shimamura, Hololive deformed figures from Bandai Candy, and Tamagotchi Gashapon toys.

13. 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources

    Bandai announces new Dragon Ball and Hololive merchandise

    Bandai announces new merchandise releases, including Dragon Ball themed Gashapon accessories in August and Hololive Production collectible wafers featuring 32 VTubers in November.

Sources

animeanime.jp · cho-animedia.jp · dlove.jp · dtimes.jp · game.watch.impress.co.jp · gamespark.jp · huffingtonpost.jp · inside-games.jp · kaizoku-ehime.jp · limo.media · magmix.jp · ndw.jp · news.denfaminicogamer.jp · news.mynavi.jp · ovo.kyodo.co.jp · prisma-illya.jp · prtimes.jp · s.inside-games.jp · vcd.org