Little Twin Stars Themed Café & Christmas Market Arriving to Shinjuku’s Lumine EST
Christmas is flurrying to the Lumine EST shopping mall in Shinjuku this year with the Twinkle Snow Market.
Themed on Sanrio’s Little Twin Stars pair Kiki and Lala, the market will run from December 3 to 16 and feature a pop-up shop decked out with a wintry blue design.
Kiki & Lala Plush Toy Set: ¥3,800 (Pre-Tax)
Tote Bag: ¥2,000 (Pre-Tax)
The store will feature four different photo spots for you to snap pictures that immerse you in the kawaii and dreamy world of Kiki and Lala. To remember your time at the market there are seven exclusive pieces of merchandise to pick from all available for this winter only. These items are also available at Sanrio now!!! in LUCUA 1100 in Osaka.
Puff & Poff Plush Toy Set: ¥10,000 (Pre-Tax)
Acrylic Key Rings (10 Designs): ¥500 Each (Pre-Tax)
The Lumine EST Shinjuku branch of Sanrio now!!! on the third floor will also transform into a Kiki and Lala themed shop from December 3 until early February next year. The item to look out for are the plushies of Kiki and Lala’s friends Puff and Poff. Only 100 sets of these giant 50cm long toys are being sold at the Lumine EST branch as well as the branch in Osaka.
Sparkling Star Omelette☆Curry: ¥1,550 (Pre-Tax)
Kiki & Lala’s Nakayoshi Strawberry Pancake: ¥1,500 (Pre-Tax)
The Twinkle Snow Café is also now running at EGG&SPUMA on the 8th floor until January 6. The menu features cute and dreamy Kiki and Lala themed food.
A stamp rally is also taking place from December 3 to December 16 at all the Kiki and Lala collaborative shops at Lumine EST. Visit each location, collect three stamps and receive nail seals with an original design. The paper required to collect the stamps is given to those who meet the condition on the official website.
Enter the loving winter wonderland of Kiki and Lala this Christmas.
Information
Lumine EST Shinjuku – Kiki & Lala Christmas Fair
Kiki & Lala Pop-Up Store
Running: December 3, 2018 – December 16, 2018
Sanrio now!!! Limited Time Kiki & Lala Themed Shop
Running: December 3, 2018 – Early February 20192019
Twinkle Snow Café at EGG&SPUMA (Floor 8F)
Running: October 15, 2018 – January 6, 2019
Official Website: https://www.sanrio.co.jp/news/ts-event-lumineest-20181127/
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TOKYO SAKE FESTIVAL 2022
Dates:
October 4: Part 1 13:30-16:30 / Part 2 18:00-21:00
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(2-6-1 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo)Buy Tickets/Details: https://tokyosakefestival.bitfan.id/
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Dev-c Group from VTuber Project VEE Debuts with Huge Ad in Shinjuku
07.September.2022 | ANIME&GAME / SPOT
To celebrate the debut of Dev-c, the new VTuber unit from VEE, a giant ad has appeared in Shinjuku Station! Fans should head to the Promenade connecting Shinjuku Station to Shinjuku 3-come from September 5 until September 11 to catch a glimpse of these new talents!
The ad shows Uriyone, Anew Uparu, Cotonoha, Luminous Sweet, and Aomiya Yozuri strolling down a Tokyo street.
Spread out behind them are images of the members of Dev-a and Dev-b, who previously debuted.
VEE has managed to bring together some incredible talents so far. On the right side, fans will see Dev-c’s key visual and a message from VEE to fans, so if you’re near Shinjuku, be sure to check it out!
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Dev-c Billboard Celebrating the Group’s Debut
On Display: September 5 – September 11, 2022
Location: Tokyo Metro Shinjuku Station – Promenade Area
Official Site: https://vee-official.jp/
*To prevent the spread of COVID-19, try to social distance and enjoy responsibly.
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Kimpton Halloween MONSBLANC Afternoon Tea
Running: September 1 – October 31, 2022
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*Reservations must be made by 16:00 on the previous day.
Venue: Kimpton Shinjuku Tokyo, District Brasserie, Bar, and Lounge
Reservations/Details: https://bit.ly/3Qi5d3KOfficial Site: https://www.kimptonshinjuku.com/jp/
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Pickles the Frog x Brilliant Cafe
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Cafe Visitor Bonus: Sticker (6 varieties)
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Menu
Fried Shrimp Sandwich Plate
Grilled Vegetable Curry
Nyanko Burger
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Taiyaki
Nyanko Parfait
Black Cat Pancake
Nyan Lime Nata de Coco
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Merchandise
Sticker
Clear Folder
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©mofusand
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mofusand cafe
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May 19 – July 10, 2022
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PIXAR FEST POP UP STORE by Small Planet Goods at a Glance
[Exclusive Event Item] IC Card Case: ¥2,310
[Event Exclusive Item] Drawstring Bag: ¥660 *On sale April 16
[Event Exclusive Item] Random Pin Collection (12 varieties): ¥440 each
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Purchase Bonus: Acrylic Coaster
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Disney FRIEND OF NATURE POP UP STORE by Small Planet Goods at a Glance
[Event Exclusive Item] Mug Made from Recycled Goods “Green Vibes Only!”: ¥2,310
[Event Exclusive Item] Eco Bag “Green Vibes Only!”: ¥3,190 *On sale April 15
Be sure to visit the pop-up shop to grab some exclusive merch while you can!
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Pixar Fest Pop-Up Store by Small Planet
Disney Friend of Nature Pop-Up Store by Small Planet
Running: April 13 – April 25, 2022
Hours: 10:00-20:30 *Closes at 20:00 on April 17 and April 24
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Address: 1-1-3 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
Access: In front of the Shinjuku Station West Entrance
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Odakyu Department Store Shinjuku to Open MOOMIN POPUP STORE by Small Planet
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MOOMIN POPUP STORE by Small Planet
Running: March 30 – April 12, 2022
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Access: Shinjuku Station West Exit
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Cotomono Marche Collaborates with Sanrio Characters for New Jewelry Collection
12.March.2022 | FASHION
Cotomono Marche’s original brand ‘BUTTON&CUFFLINKS’ has released a selection of earrings and brooches inspired by popular Sanrio characters! These are available online and at select Cotomono Marche stores.
The accessories are inspired by Hello Kitty, Cinnamoroll, Pompompurin, My Melody, Kuromi, and Little Twin Stars, and are perfect for Sanrio fans of any age.
Earrings: ¥2,750 (Tax Included) / Brooch: ¥1,650 (Tax Included)
Hello Kitty debuted in 1974 and continues to captivate fans around the world. The character peeking out from behind an apple is an original design for the collaboration.
Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll have been transformed into adorable accessories, while My Melody and Kuromi are featured in two different color palettes: seasonal pastel or vivid.
The Little Twin Stars accessories are perfect for wearing with a friend, with a different character on each ear!
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Buttons & Cufflinks Sanrio Character Mini Accessories
Release Date: February 11, 2022
Where to Buy: 26 Cotomono Marche stores nationwide, Limited-Time Shop, Online StoreOnline Shop: https://cotomono.official.ec
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BEAMS EYE on OKAYAMA Event to be Held in Shinjuku and Taipei, Taiwan
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Selected Products
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BEAMS EYE on OKAYAMA
Running: December 22, 2021 – January 25, 2022
Location: BEAMS Japan (3-32-6 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo)
Special Site: https://www.beams.co.jp/special/teamjapan/okayama/
BEAMS Official Online Shop: https://www.beams.co.jp/tag/211222_BJ_01/ (BEAMS JAPAN)BEAMS Japan Pop-Up Store Taipei
Running: February 24 – March 13, 2022
Address: 340 Fujin St, Songshan District, Taipei, Taiwan
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Code Geass Celebrates 15 Years With Themed Cafe in Shinjuku, Tokyo
15.November.2021 | ANIME&GAME / FOOD / SPOT
Anime series Code Geass is celebrating its 15th anniversary in 2021. To celebrate, a winter-themed Code Geass Cafe will open in Shinjuku for a limited time, from December 2, 2021, until January 23, 2022. The cafe will feature a lineup of luxurious and stylish food and drink items to celebrate Lelouch’s birthday.
Bonuses
Menu
Food
[Lelouch] Chicken Steak
[Suzaku] Demi-glace Steak
Cream Pasta with Shrimp and Mushrooms
Dessert
Happy Birthday Plate
Student Council’s Afternoon Tea Set
[Nunnally] Black Tea Whipped Cream Millefeuille
Christmas Glass Parfait
New Year Glass Parfait
Drink
Lelouch, Suzaku, Nunnally
Student Council’s Tea Party (Black Tea, Coffee)
Original Goods
Pin (9 varieties, random)
Acrylic Keychain (9 varieties, random)
Acrylic Stand (9 varieties, random)
Clear Folder Set (2 included)
Acrylic Stand (Lelouch, Suzaku, Nunnally)
Acrylic Board
Muddler Spoon Set
Satin Pouch
Code Geass debuted in October 2006, and the series was recently re-aired in Japan with a new opening and ending theme. A new series, Code Geass: Z of the Recapture, is coming in the future.
Lelouch’s birthday is on December 5, so there will be plenty of treats to celebrate. Be sure to come give your well wishes!
©SUNRISE/PROJECT L-GEASS Character Design ©2006-2017 CLAMP・ST
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Code Geass Cafe -Winter Celebration-
Shinjuku, Tokyo
Address: BOX cafe&space Shinjuku Mylord Building 1 7F (1-1-3 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo)
Running: December 2, 2021 – January 23, 2022
Reservations: https://cafe-cg.jp/
Online Shop Open: December 2, 2021 at 11:00 – January 23, 2022 at 23:59
Cafe Official Online Shop: https://cafe-cg.jp/online_store
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MOUSSY Announces Third Installment of Art and Fashion Venture PROJECT U
13.September.2021 | FASHION
High-casual brand MOUSSY launched a new art and fashion venture in March 2021 titled PROJECT U. The third installment of the project is launching on September 10, and has been made in collaboration with artist JUN INAGAWA.
PROJECT U was created to bring MOUSSY together with a variety of talented creators and artists, and to see what possibilities could open up from different collaborations. MOUSSY has fused fashion and culture together countless times in the past along with popular characters from Disney and other brands. PROJECT U focuses exclusively on art!
The third installment of PROJECT U will feature plenty of apparel, from T-shirts and hoodies to tote bags and skateboards. JUN INAGAWA helped design these limited-edition items, with some featuring imagery from his ‘Otaku x Street’ collection, as well as a theme he works with often: destruction and rebirth. Apparel will be available in two unisex sizes.
The SHEL’TTER TOKYO and MOUSSY FLAGSHIP SHOP will also be holding JUN INAGAWA’s solo exhibition and accompanying workshop. For more info on the apparel or exhibition, head to the PROJECT U special site!
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PROJECT U Third Installment
Release Date & Location:
September 10, 2021
MOUSSY Lumine EST Shinjuku, SHEL’TTER WEB STORE
September 17, 2021
The SHEL’TTER TOKYO / MOUSSY FLAGSHIP SHOP, MOUSSY Stores
PROJECT U: https://www.moussy.ne.jp/project_u/
Official Site: http://www.moussy.ne.jp
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My Teen Romantic Comedy SNAFU Pop-up Shop to Open in Shinjuku
30.August.2021 | ANIME&GAME
Romantic comedy anime series My Teen Romantic Comedy SNAFU (shortened to OreGairu in Japanese), is getting a Pop-up shop at the AMNIBUS STORE inside Shinjuku Marui Annex from September 3 until September 19.
All merchandise sold at the Pop-up shop will feature newly-drawn original illustrations of Yukino Yukinoshita, Yui Yuigahama, and Iroha Isshiki in maid attire.
Event Pre-sale Merchandise
Pins (Random, 9 designs): ¥440 each (Tax Included) / Box of Pins: ¥3,960 (Tax Included)
*Box contains randomly selected pins.Acrylic Keychain (Random, 9 designs): ¥715 each (Tax Included) / Box of Keychains: ¥6,435 (Tax Included) *Box contains randomly selected keychains.
1/7 scale BIG Acrylic Stand (3 designs): ¥3,300 each (Tax Included)
Mug (3 designs): ¥1,650 each (Tax Included)
Clear Folder (4 designs): ¥440 each (Tax Included)
Life-size Tapestry (3 designs): ¥10,780 each (Tax Included)
Yui Yuigahama Mug: ¥1,650 (Tax Included)
Event Box Purchase Bonus
Those who buy 1 box of Pins will receive a holographic pin as a special gift!
Those who buy 1 box of Acrylic Keychains will receive a holographic Acrylic Keychain as a special gift!
Limited-edition Event Photos (7 varieties)
For every ¥2,200 spent on event-related merchandise (including tax), customers will receive a random Limited-edition Event Photo.
©Wataru Watari、Shogakukan/My Teen Romantic Comedy SNAFU Production Committee
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My Teen Romantic Comedy SNAFU Pop-up Shop
Running: September 3 – September 19, 2021
Location: Shinjuku Marui Annex 6F / AMNIBUS STORE (3-1-26 Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo)
Hours: 11:00-20:00
Admission by Lottery: To reduce the risk of transmitting COVID-19 and ease congestion in the store, guests will receive a numbered ticket and will be admitted by lottery. Tickets will be available from 10:40-10:50 from September 3-5.
AMNIBUS STORE Twitter: https://twitter.com/AMNIBUS_STORE
Details: https://store.amnibus.com/oregairu-shinjuku0101annex/
Official Site: https://www.0101.co.jp/005/