Popular Swiss claymation character Pingu has inspired some tasty crepes! The Sense of Pingu collaboration has begun, with the first crepe available to grab now at Taito Stations. Limited edition prizes are also available at Taito Stations and Taito Online Crane.   Sense of PINGU is a new art series based on a "sense of wonder.” Focusing on Pingu's funky charm, the art collection features popular scenes selected by fans from episodes of the claymation series.

First Run - Overflowing Popcorn Crepe

 

Bonus Pin (3 varieties)

Second Run - Antarctica Crepe

Bonus Sticker (3 varieties)

First Guest Bonus - Clear Pingu Bookmark

During the event’s first run, guests can enjoy a tasty crepe inspired by a popcorn-themed episode of the show. Overflowing with puffy kernels, the dessert is the perfect combination of salty and sweet. Each purchase will come with a random pin!   The event's second run begins on June 11 and will feature a crepe based on Pingu's home of Antarctica. The cookie on top of the crepe is decorated with an illustration of Pingu and Pinga’s fun everyday life, and fans of the characters should be sure to snap a picture for social media! Each purchase will come with a random sticker.   (C) 2022 JOKER

Last year marked the 40th anniversary of the Swiss claymation children's television series Pingu which first hit the air in 1980. Japan has been celebrating the milestone with the Pingu Exhibition, and now it's heading to Sapporo Factory in Hokkaido where it will run from April 23 to May 30.   Original material for Pingu by the show's creator Otmar Gutmann will be exhibited, as well as the actual clay figures, dioramas, storyboards, and more that were used during the filming in Switzerland. Until last year's exhibition, many of the 400 or so items on display have never been shown in Japan before.   There is a Pingu Market at the exhibition where fans of the noot-nooting penguin can get their hands on a range of exclusive items, pre-orders, and more. The exhibition also sees the return of the popular Pingu Egg capsule toy which has a mini Pingu figure inside.  

Pingu Market Exclusive Merchandise

The market shelves are lined with limited-edition exclusives, pre-orders, items made in collaboration with popular brands, and more. Please note that a ticket to the exhibition is required to enter the shop. 

Pingu Egg (5 Possible Prizes) | ¥300 Per Turn (Tax Included)

Have a turn at the capsule toy gacha where the figure you receive in your Pingu Egg is completely random. Each comes with an accessory.  

Pingu 40th Figure (Robby) | ¥17,600 (Tax Included)

The Robby figure captures a scene taken from the 7th episode of the Pingu series titled Hide and Seek in English. Only 100 of these figures are available to buy and is limited to one per person.

atari CAFE&DINING at Ikebukuro PARCO in Tokyo is now serving up a Pingu-inspired menu of drinks and desserts until May 31. Each one definitely has the noot-of-approval from everybody's favourite penguin.  

Pingu's Menu

Strawberry Fruit Milk | ¥858 (Tax Included)

The line-up includes three milk beverages each flavoured with a different fruit and all topped with a cute Pingu marshmallow

Mango Fruit Milk | ¥858 (Tax Included)

Banana Fruit Milk | ¥858 (Tax Included)

Pingu's Snowy Mountain Milk Strawberry Pancakes | ¥1,320 (Tax Included)

This pancake dish is inspired by Pingu and Pinga sliding down the snowy mountain on their sled. The Pingu and Pinga 'picture' is actually an edible wafer.  

Pingu Drinks Coaster

Get a free Pingu coaster with your order of any of these menu items.   ©2021 JOKER

This year marks the 40th anniversary of the Swiss claymation children's television series Pingu. Japan is celebrating the milestone with the "Pingu Exhibition" which will take place on the 8th floor of Matsuya Ginza in Tokyo from August 12 to 24. Original material for Pingu by the show's creator Otmar Gutmann will be exhibited, as well as the actual clay figures, dioramas, storyboards, and more that were used during the filming in Switzerland. Many of the 400 or so items on display have never been shown in Japan before.   There will also be a recorded interview with Seishi Kattou, the only Japanese animator that was working in the Pingu studio at the time. But the fun doesn't end there, as there will even be an AR attraction made using CG and original animations from the Pingu in the City 3D CG film.  

A peek into the exhibition

The secret story behind Pingu's creation

Visitors will be able to learn about the author Otmar Gutmann as well as see production materials, storyboards, and other treasured items that give insight into how the creator and studio gave rise to Pingu. Exhibits: Notes from Otmar Gutmaan, storyboards, clay figures, dioramas, pilot episode screening, and more  

The Clay Room

Pingu's iconic exaggerated elastic movements are made possible through the use of clay. These movements play an important part in conveying characters' emotions and are one element of the show's storytelling. These movements will be exhibited in the event's Clay Room where you'll get to see different models morphing into different shapes. These clay figures are all handmade by the Pingu studio staff themselves.   Exhibits: Clay figures, tools, Pingu studio videos, and more  

3DCG Animation and Pingu in the future

Pingu in the City is a Japanese 3D CG animated series which used the same style of the original series but instead opted for computer animation, adding a different layer of charm to the internationally adored series. Visitors will be able to enjoy this digital Pingu in a variety of ways.   Exhibits: Digital videos, AR, and more.   There will also be exclusive Pingu exhibition merchandise on sale, as well as pre-sales of Pingu merchandise yet to go on sale.  

Shin Sobue (Pingu Exhibition Art Director) | Comment

"This will be the first all-out exhibition for Pingu, a series which has transcended borders from Switzerland and the UK to Japan. This will be a happy exhibition that neatly divides everything for people to enjoy, from its mysterious language to its comical movements, story, and laid-back humour." (Translated from Japanese by MMN)   ©2020 JOKER

Aqua World Oarai, Ibaraki is collaborating with the world's favourite childish penguin Pingu. This summer, Pingu will feature in the special event: Penguin-tachi no fushigina sekai Pingu summer festival (Pingu summer festival: Enter the curious world of penguins). The event will run from July 13 to September 1.   Located just a 1.5 hour bus/train ride away, Aqua World Oarai, Ibaraki is in easy reach from Tokyo. It takes just 1 hour 15 minutes to reach by car.    Pingu Photo SpotsEnter the aquarium and you will find numerous Pingu-themed photo spots. Take a photo next to statues of Pingu and friends, or with an original design photo panel. This is the perfect place to create lots of good summer memories with your family or friends and take lots of fun pictures.   Chat with PinguYou can also enjoy a fun conversation with Pingu by watching fun videos. Come play with the characters and enjoy their cute animations and unique voices. This venue is full of unique and fun experiences.   Uchiwa Fan Stamp Rally (Weekday-limited)Explore the aquarium to locate the three stamp spots. There is a Pingu, Pinga and Robby stamp spot where you can collect your stamps to complete the picture on your uchiwa fan. Completing the picture on your fan will be as fun as completing a colouring book!Running: Weekdays (Not running between August 13 ー 16)※ This event will finish early if all Uchiwa fans are given away before the end of the event.    Pingu GreetingPingu will visit the aquarium himself, so enjoy interacting with him!Running: July 14, 15, 20, 21, 27, 28, August 3, 4 (8 days total).Times: 11 am, 1:30 pm, 3:30 pm, (lasts approx. 30 mins).Besides the above, there is so much Pingu-tastic fun to be had. Come create some special summer memories with Pingu at Aqua World Oarai, Ibaraki      © 2019 The Pygos Group / (C)MATTEL, NHK, NEP, PPI