Game Characters in Kawaii Japan Culture

Prepare for an unforgettable journey as "Genshin Teyvat Tour -Garden of Air and Prayer of Moon-" arrives at Tokyo Tower's Co・Lab-TOKYO- from January 16 to February 4, 2026. This limited-time event promises exclusive merchandise, in-game rewards, and immersive installations, inviting fans to experience the world of Teyvat like never before.

Smilegate Megaport and SUPER CREATIVE have announced the arrival of a new Moonlight Hero, "Dark Corvus Diene," in the popular mobile RPG Epic Seven, alongside a festive New Year event.

VTuber group "Parast!" is set to release a special collection of New Year's 2026 merchandise and voice packs, inviting fans to celebrate the start of a new year with their favorite virtual idols. This limited-time offering, available from January 1 to January 18, 2026, features exclusive illustrations inspired by a lively Hatsumode (first shrine visit of the year) and intimate audio experiences simulating an unforgettable New Year's date.

Two beloved Japanese short anime series, 'Teikou Penguin' and 'Joshi-ryoku Takame na Shishihara-kun,' are joining forces for a special collaboration featuring exclusive videos and an exciting in-game event in 'Teipen Wars,' promising a fresh blend of humor and charm for fans worldwide.

Nexon-supervised mobile RPG `MapleStory R: Evolution` welcomes the swift hero Phantom to its profession cards and kicks off the epic "Kingdom's Fall" season. Players can also seize the last chance to grab exclusive items from the adorable "Bugcat Capoo" collaboration event.

Poppin Games Japan celebrates 2026 with fan-favorite characters in traditional Japanese attire, alongside special login bonuses and a rerun of the popular June Bride collection in "The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You: Bibin!! Puzzle."

Design COCO announces its 'New Year's Warehouse Sale' on the COCO Store EC site, offering 12 limited-quantity scale figures, including popular characters like Hatsune Miku and Satoru Gojo, for those who missed initial pre-orders.

Colopl's popular 3D action RPG "White Cat Project NEW WORLD'S" launches limited-edition "Happy Bags" at Don Quijote stores nationwide, featuring beloved characters and a chance to win unique metal posters. Simultaneously, exciting in-game New Year's events await players, blending offline merchandise joy with online adventure.

Starting January 1, 2026, fans can dive deeper into the hilarious world of Tom and Jerry with exclusive "Funny Art! 5" random bromides, available at Seven-Eleven multi-copy machines across Japan. These collectible prints commemorate the popular Happy Lottery series, offering a fresh way to celebrate the iconic duo's most comical moments.

The popular mobile game "Magical Girl Madoka Magica Magia Exedra" kicks off its "New Year Festival -2026-" with a massive 3,000 Magica Stone giveaway, daily free gacha pulls, and the debut of the exclusive ★5 Memory "Kimono Madoka" along with a new story event and special deals.

The highly anticipated Blu-ray and DVD of "Fate/Grand Order Fujimaru Ritsuka wa Wakaranai Season 3," featuring all 24 episodes plus two brand-new stories, is slated for release on March 25, 2026. Fans can look forward to exclusive bonus features and unique retailer perks.

MoonRabbit Corporation has announced a highly anticipated collaboration event for the PC online game 'Gensou Shiniki Echo of Cube' with a popular anime series. A captivating teaser image featuring character silhouettes has been unveiled, sparking excitement among players eager to uncover the mystery.

DMM GAMES' popular fantasy RPG "Legeclo! -Legend Clover-" is ringing in the New Year with a spectacular event, introducing fan-favorite characters Siegfried, Sol, and Brynhildr in stunning traditional Japanese New Year's attire. Players can also participate in a new event to recruit a special Asclepius and enjoy a variety of festive in-game bundles.

Dive into the vibrant world of “Girls Band Cry” as Miraiya Shoten's 'ComiLab.' hosts a limited-time pop-up store, featuring never-before-seen illustrations, exclusive goods, and life-sized character panels. Fans can experience the unique blend of music and anime culture from January 9 to February 11, 2026.

The "Snow Miku Sky Town Pop-up Store" at Comic Market 107 unveils its vibrant booth, launching a special "CELEBRATION!" event to mark Comiket's 50th anniversary with limited-edition merchandise featuring stunning new art from renowned illustrators.

Japanese online store AMNIBUS is now accepting orders for 18 new items inspired by popular arcade rhythm games "maimai DX PRiSM PLUS," "CHUNITHM X-VERSE," and "Ongeki Re:Fresh." Fans can bring their favorite game's vibrant aesthetics into their daily lives with apparel, desk mats, and collectible badges.

Gugenka announces the release of Holomodels for the popular 'Nekopara' characters Chocola, Vanilla, and Fraise, allowing fans to interact with digital figures on smartphones and MR devices. More characters are set to join the lineup.

Fans worldwide can now grab exclusive items from the celebrated POP UP STORE, marking a new chapter in digital fandom.

Sammy Corporation is set to open its inaugural physical pop-up store at Favop. in Shinjuku Marui Annex starting January 4, 2026. The store will feature popular merchandise from its online shop, "Sammy Shoten," alongside a diverse array of goods inspired by characters and intellectual properties from its iconic Pachinko and Pachislot machines.

IYAGAMES's popular mobile business simulation game, 'Please, My President!', launches an extraordinary collaboration with the iconic TV anime 'The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya', bringing fan-favorite characters and their unique charm to the corporate world starting December 27, 2025.

A new 1/7 scale figure of Louisville from the popular game 'Azur Lane,' featuring her 'Order: Delusion' bunny outfit, is now available for pre-order, complete with a special shikishi art board.

Get ready for a wave of cuteness! The highly anticipated GiGO-exclusive mascot plushies by popular artist "mojojojo," known for their charmingly relaxed and nostalgic designs, are set to arrive in arcades nationwide starting January 22, 2026.

Get ready, gamers and Snoopy fans! Type Two is launching two new Switch2 pouches featuring beloved Snoopy designs – "Face" and "JOE COOL" – offering stylish protection and smart storage for your console and accessories from December 27, 2025.

The popular smartphone game 'Alice Gear Aegis' has launched an exciting collaboration with model paint manufacturer Gaia Notes, introducing new characters, in-game events, and real-world campaigns for fans.

A special joint pop-up shop featuring popular TO Books titles "The Girl I Liked Asked Me to Die for Her" and "The Villainess's Daughter" is set to open at Shosen Book Tower in Akihabara from January 9 to February 1, 2026. Fans can look forward to original merchandise, exclusive book bundles with special bonuses, and a lottery to win luxurious prizes, including signed illustrations.

The globally acclaimed 2D action RPG 'ENDER LILIES: Quietus of the Knights,' which has sold over 1.5 million copies, is set to enchant fans with its first-ever orchestra concert in Tokyo. Celebrating its 5th anniversary, this unique event promises an immersive musical journey through its beloved world.

Discover how Rilakkuma and Ofuro Cafe are teaming up once again for "Ofuro Agari no Goyururi Time 2026," a limited-time event transforming 13 bathhouse locations into havens of cute relaxation with themed baths, delightful menus, and exclusive merchandise.

Dive deep into the world of the hit game 'NEEDY GIRL OVERDOSE' as its 4th-anniversary exhibition expands to Nagoya, offering unique experiences in Tokyo and Osaka, and exclusive merchandise for fans.

KYORAKU has initiated its "Japan Culture Project," a new endeavor to support Japan's vibrant pop culture, spanning anime, manga, games, J-POP, illustrations, and VTubers. The project actively backs content industries and fosters creators, while also launching a dedicated website offering free digital assets and a new corporate commercial with an exciting campaign.

Japan's Beloved Office-Worker Penguin and Friends Transform into De-Stress Capsule Toys, Launching Nationwide in Late 2025.