# Bandai and retail merchandise releases in Japan > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/bandai-and-retail-merchandise-releases-in-japan > Updated: 2026-09-07T01:25:28.000Z. Sources: 11. Developments: 6. Bandai and other retailers have announced several merchandise releases for various media franchises in Japan. In mid-August, Bandai scheduled the Dragon Ball ‘Mejirushi Accessory 4’ Gashapon collection for the fifth week of August. This collection includes five items—a Hoi-Poi Capsule, Bulma’s bike, Great Ape Goku, Korin, and Senzu Beans—priced at 300 yen per attempt. Bandai Candy is set to release ‘Hololive Production Wafer vol. 7’ in November, featuring 32 metallic plastic cards of VTubers such as Usada Pekora, Houshou Marine, and La+ Darknesss. Additionally, the fourth installment of the ‘Hololive Deformed Collection’ is scheduled for October 2026. New Hololive items include a ‘Suwarasetai’ acrylic stand collection featuring eight talents, set for release in late August. Other upcoming Bandai Gashapon releases include Sanrio Characters ice cream-shaped charms starting August 31, a Moomin mascot collection in the first week of September, a re-release of the Pokémon Swing Collection Type: Normal in the second week of September, and Disney Character Halloween-themed accessories featuring Mickey Mouse and Winnie the Pooh in the second week of September. The Kamen Rider Myse GP Rider Exus series is also expected in the first week of September. Retailer Shimamura is expanding its character-themed offerings with a Sanrio Characters Lolita series on September 1 and a Fashion Goods Fair through September 6. Starting September 5, 2026, Shimamura will release a ‘Cardcaptor Sakura’ collection featuring tote bags with charms, smart key cases, and die-cut pouches featuring Sakura Kinomoto and Kero. The retailer is also highlighting collaborations with PEANUTS and ‘Magical Angel Creamy Mami’. New ‘Chiikawa’ merchandise includes a re-release of the ‘Chiikawa Heart Rubber Mascot’ series by Kitan Club on September 11, featuring eight varieties of 6cm heart-shaped mascots priced at 400 yen per attempt. ## Claims - Bandai will release the Tamagotchi Swing Case 3 via Gashapon in the fourth week of August. (single source) - The Tamagotchi Swing Case 3 lineup includes Mametchi, Kuchipatchi, Memetchi, Furawatchi, and Young Mametchi. (single source) - The Tamagotchi Swing Case 3 will cost 300 yen per unit. (single source) - The Machibouke Tamagotchi Gashapon series will release in the fourth week of August 2026. (single source) - The Machibouke Tamagotchi series features five characters: Mametchi, Mimitchi, Pochitchi, Kuchipatchi, and Ginjirotchi. (single source) - The Machibouke Tamagotchi Gashapon series will cost 300 yen per unit. (single source) - Avail will release new Disney-themed merchandise featuring Minnie Mouse, Daisy Duck, and Clarice on August 22. (single source) - The Disney merchandise will be available at Avail stores nationwide and the Shimamura Park online store. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-07: 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. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chiikawa-merchandise-expands-with-new-mascots-and-interactive-chocolates ### 2026-09-04: 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. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/shimamura-launches-new-character-merchandise-and-autumn-collections ### 2026-08-31: 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. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/japan-entertainment-merchandise-releases-include-disney-hololive-and-kamen-rider ### 2026-08-31: 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. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/character-merchandise-releases-scheduled-for-shimamura-and-bandai ### 2026-08-17: 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. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bandai-and-avail-announce-new-character-themed-merchandise-releases ### 2026-08-14: 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. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bandai-announces-new-dragon-ball-and-hololive-merchandise --- Cite as: Bandai and retail merchandise releases in Japan. 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