Japanese character merchandise rollout June‑August 2026

Timeline

1. 4 days ago

   [CULTURE] 2 sources

   Bandai and Uniqlo unveil new Japanese merchandise releases

   Bandai’s Ace Attorney gashapon drops July 31; Uniqlo’s Shueisha 100‑year manga T‑shirts launch Aug 7, featuring SPY×FAMILY, BLEACH, Yu‑Gi‑Oh! and more.

2. 10 days ago

   [CULTURE] 3 sources

   UNIQLO launches Mario Kart World UT apparel collection

   UNIQLO’s UT line drops a Mario Kart World collection on 10 Aug 2026, featuring men’s and kids’ tees and sweatshirts with game graphics, priced ¥990‑¥1,990, sold in Japan stores and online.

3. 14 days ago

   [BUSINESS] 6 sources

   Uniqlo launches 2026 UT collections with Pokémon and Mario Kart collaborations

   Uniqlo’s 2026 UT lines feature Pokémon (July 24) and Mario Kart World (mid‑August) T‑shirts, eight designs each, priced ¥1,990/¥990, sold online in Japan.

4. 15 days ago

   [BUSINESS] 3 sources

   Japanese retailers debut new character-themed merchandise in July 2026

   Shimaura launches Kogimyun bags and accessories on July 18, 2026, while Obunagu releases mini keyrings on July 17, 2026, both sold in Japan through stores and online.

5. 16 days ago

   [CULTURE] 2 sources

   Japanese retailers release new manga‑themed T‑shirts and panda‑styled Sanrio figures

   UNIQLO unveils BLEACH T‑shirts for Shueisha's centennial, while Sanrio rolls out panda‑styled figures of its classic characters, both hitting Japanese stores in mid‑2026.

6. 22 days ago

   [CULTURE] 2 sources

   Uniqlo launches Pokemon UT 2nd‑edition T‑shirts in Japan

   Uniqlo's UT line releases a second Pokemon collection on July 24 2026 in Japan, featuring pixel‑art designs from the original Red/Green game on men’s ¥1,990 and kids ¥990 T‑shirts, sold in stores and online.

7. 23 days ago

   [BUSINESS] 2 sources

   Uniqlo launches July discount flyer and ChiiKawa collaboration collection in Japan

   Uniqlo in Japan released its July 10‑16 flyer with discounted apparel and unveiled a ChiiKawa‑themed UT and sweatshirt line launching July 17 (UT) and July 24 (sweatshirt).

8. 24 days ago

   [BUSINESS] 3 sources

   Chiikawa hosts free photo party in Ehime and launches nationwide summer campaign with Matsukiyo Kokokara

   Chiikawa will hold a free photo party in Ehime on July 11 and begin a nationwide summer retail campaign with Matsukiyo Kokokara, featuring merchandise, store wraps and Yokohama fireworks on July 25.

9. 25 days ago

   [CULTURE] 5 sources

   Uniqlo launches second Pokémon‑themed UT T‑shirt collection on July 24, 2026

   Uniqlo's UT line will release a second Pokémon 30th‑anniversary T‑shirt collection on July 24 2026, featuring classic game‑dot designs; men’s shirts ¥1,990, kids’ ¥990, sold in stores and online.

10. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources

    Uniqlo launches Shueisha 100‑year MASHLE T‑shirt; Bandai reissues Zootopia 2 accessory gashapon

    Uniqlo launches a ¥1,990 MASHLE T‑shirt as part of its Shueisha 100‑year UT line, and Bandai reissues ¥300 Zootopia 2 accessory gashapon with five character designs.

11. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources

    Chiikawa expands in Japan with bakery treats and Uniqlo UT collection

    Chiikawa merchandise rolls out in Japan, with LTRA’s bakery treats and themed mugs launching July 3, and Uniqlo’s UT line releasing 14 T‑shirt and sweatshirt designs plus gift cards in July.

12. about 1 month ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources

    Japanese iconic character merchandise lines debut in June 2026

    Japan's Kobeidō store launches new Ojamajo Doremi accessories and Sanrio Dreamy Sweets Ghost House merchandise on 19 June 2026, featuring hair bands, eco‑bags, key‑chains and plush items.

13. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources

    Japanese character merchandise launches from DokoDemo Issho and Chiikawa

    DokoDemo Issho and Chiikawa announce new character merchandise in Japan, with DokoDemo Issho’s June 2026 product line and Chiikawa’s August 2026 stationery items.

14. about 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 3 sources

    Chiikawa 2‑Way Bottle Cover Launch in Japan

    Chiikawa’s 2‑Way bottle cover, priced at ¥1,320, hits Japanese stores in June, offering a detachable adjustable strap for bottles, phones or pouches.

15. about 2 months ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources

    Chiikawa character brand releases new eco‑bags, sandals and backpacks in Japan

    Chiikawa unveiled new eco‑bags, beach sandals, denim nap‑sacks and tote bags across Japan on 19 June 2026, sold online and in stores nationwide.

16. about 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 3 sources

    Chiikawa expands June 2026 merchandise lineup across Japan

    Chiikawa launches new apparel at Don Quijote/Apita on June 13 and a wider range of bags, sandals, T‑shirts and socks on June 19 across Japan.