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2 clusters · 8 sources · 26 days · First seen · Last updated

Japanese character goods and retail merchandise trends

Overview

The Japanese retail and entertainment sectors are seeing an expansion of collectible merchandise and themed pop-up events.

In late July and early August, Cocos Japan launched nationwide 3-D ‘puffy’ sticker collections featuring signature dishes. Simultaneously, Hiroshima retailers introduced local-themed stickers depicting regional foods, which saw significant sales. A subsequent collaboration involving 19 local supermarkets is planned for the autumn.

By late August, the trend extended to broader character-themed merchandise and large-scale events. Universal Studios Japan announced anniversary collaborations featuring anime such as ‘ONE PIECE’ and ‘Detective Conan’. Other developments include Sanrio-themed pop-up stores at Tokyo Station, new merchandise waves for the ‘Chiikawa Pocket’ app, and major industry exhibitions like the Tokyo Toy Show and Tokyo Game Show.

Entities

Universal Studios Japan · Tokyo Game Show · Sanrio · Hiroshima local supermarkets · Nagano

Timeline

  1. 2 days ago

    [CULTURE] 8 sources
    Japan character goods and pop-up events expand

    Japan sees a surge in character merchandise and pop-up events, including USJ's 25th-anniversary anime collaborations and various themed stores for Sanrio and Chiikawa.

  2. 27 days ago

    [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Cocos Japan and Hiroshima retailers launch 3D “puffy” sticker collections

    Cocos Japan and Hiroshima retailers rolled out 3‑D “puffy” stickers featuring menu items and local foods, sparking strong consumer interest across Japan.

Sources

algernonproduct.co.jp · animeanime.jp · cho-animedia.jp · dtimes.jp · game.watch.impress.co.jp · prtimes.jp · release.traicy.com · toynes.jp