2025-05

The Apothecary Diaries

“The Apothecary Diaries Wafer” to be Released on June 2!

Bandai will release The Apothecary Diaries wafer in Japan on June 2, 2025, featuring collectible character cards (29 types) with metallic and foil designs. Fans can enjoy both the vanilla cream-flavored wafer and the exclusive cards.
Sanrio

‘ANA × Sanrio Characters’ Collaboration Items to be Released Starting June 2 (Monday)!

Discover the adorable 'ANA × Sanrio Characters' collaboration items featuring Hello Kitty, My Melody, Kuromi, Cinnamoroll, and Hangyodon in ANA uniforms, launching in Japan on June 2, 2025! Includes keychains, ballpoint pens, memo pads, pouches, socks, and towel handkerchiefs — perfect for collectors and everyday use!
JoJo's Bizarre Adventure

JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure × Ichiban Kuji: Available at Lawson and More Starting May 31!

Bandai Spirits will release "Ichiban Kuji JoJo's Bizarre Adventure STARDUST CRUSADERS +" in Japan on May 31, 2025. Featuring exclusive character goods and a special DIO MASTERLISE figure as the Last One Prize!
Pokemon

Gashapon “Gemlies Pokémon 10 ~Spring~” to Be Released in the 5th Week of May!

Celebrate spring with Bandai’s new Gashapon series “Gemlies Pokémon 10 Spring”, releasing in Japan in the 5th week of May 2025! Featuring Sylveon, Buneary, Happiny, and Shaymin as adorable jewelry stand capsules.
Dragon Ball

Dragon Ball 40th Anniversary Original Illustration Sticker Wafers to Be Released on May 26!

Celebrate the 40th anniversary of Dragon Ball with luxurious holographic stickers featuring illustrations from all 42 manga volumes. Launching in Japan on May 26, 2025—available at candy sections of major retailers.
Sanrio

Sanrio Characters Pukkuri Rubber Mascot Gummy Vol.6 Launches on May 26!

BANDAI's Sanrio Characters Pukkuri Rubber Mascot Gummy Vol.6 featuring Hello Kitty, Cinnamoroll, and more launches in Japan on May 26, 2025. Includes cute semi-3D rubber mascots and tasty gummies in 10 shapes!
Pokemon

Pokémon x Don Quijote Collaboration Apparel Launching on May 24!

Discover the latest Pokémon apparel collection launching in Japan on May 24, 2025, through a special collaboration with Don Quijote. Featuring Pikachu, Gengar, Umbreon, and more—available at select stores nationwide!
[Other]

Ichiban Kuji “Baki: The World Can Be Changed with Just One Fist” Launches on May 24!

The new Ichiban Kuji for Baki launches in Japan on May 24, 2025! Featuring figures of Baki Hanma and Yujiro Hanma, unique items like the Sikorsky rug, and a special Last One prize. Don’t miss this powerful lineup!
[Other]

Ichiban Kuji “KINGDOM HEARTS -Linking Hearts-” to Be Resold on May 23!

Ichiban Kuji “KINGDOM HEARTS -Linking Hearts-” will be re-released in Japan starting May 23, 2025. Iconic items like metal keyblade charms and Sora & Roxas statues return. Available at Seven-Eleven, Ito-Yokado, and more.
Pokemon

Pokémon × Takara Tomy: New MonColle Figures Including Jigglypuff and Tepig Arrive on May 24!

Discover Takara Tomy’s new MonColle Pokémon figures—Jigglypuff, Tepig, Sylveon, and more—releasing in Japan on May 24, 2025. Perfect for collectors and display!
Pokemon

New Pokémon Goods Featuring Cave-Dwelling Pokémon to Launch at Pokémon Center on May 24!

Discover new Pokémon merchandise inspired by cave-dwelling Pokémon, launching across Pokémon Centers in Japan on May 24, 2025. Includes plushies, excavation kits, and more—available online from May 22!
[Other]

MOOMIN “Pinch and Link Mascots” Coming to Gashapon! Scheduled for Release in the 4th Week of May

Bandai is launching a Gashapon series featuring Moomin, Snufkin, and more in adorable “pinched” poses. Set to release across Japan in late May 2025. 10 types, perfect for MOOMIN fans and collectors.
[Other]

“HUNTER×HUNTER Seal Wafer vol.7” Set to Release on May 19!

The seventh edition of the HUNTER×HUNTER Seal Wafer series launches in Japan on May 19, 2025! Includes 32 collectible seals featuring Gon, Killua, and more, with exclusive Nen Rare and secret designs.
Pokemon

All 75 Pokémon Appear as Ototo Snack Shapes Starting Mid-May!

Overview: 75 Pokémon Appear as Ototo Snack Shapes In Japan, starting from mid-May 2025, Morinaga Seika will launch limit...
[Other]

“Ichiban Kuji: Crayon Shin-chan Movie Nostalgia Cinemas” Goes on Sale Exclusively on Ichiban Kuji ONLINE Starting May 16 at 5:00 PM!

Ichiban Kuji's latest lottery features Crayon Shin-chan movie classics! Launching May 16, 2025 in Japan, with exclusive items like Macau & Joma figures, iconic scene vignettes, plates, towels, and more.
Dragon Ball

Ichiban Kuji “Dragon Ball VS Omnibus CROSS” Launches in Japan Starting May 16, 2025!

Ichiban Kuji “Dragon Ball VS Omnibus CROSS” launches in Japan on May 16, 2025! Featuring Super Saiyan 4 Goku, Super Saiyan 3 Vegeta, “Goodbye, everyone…” Goku, explosive Cell, and more collectible figures.
[Other]

Ichiban Kuji “NARUTO – The Land of Waves Arc” Available for Pre-Order Starting May 16!

Overview of Ichiban Kuji "NARUTO - The Land of Waves Arc" In Japan, BANDAI SPIRITS will begin accepting pre-orders for t...
[Other]

Ichiban Kuji “Godzilla VS King Ghidorah ~Super Dragon Monster King Ghidorah~” Pre-Orders Start May 16 at 5:00 PM!

BANDAI's Ichiban Kuji "Godzilla VS King Ghidorah" launches May 16, 2025 in Japan. Two high-end figures—King Ghidorah and Mecha-King Ghidorah—each 27cm tall. 24,000円 per draw, ONLINE only.
[Other]

Genshin Impact Sticker Wafer Vol. 2 to Be Released on May 12!

Overview of Genshin Impact Sticker Wafer Vol. 2 In Japan, starting May 12, 2025, BANDAI will release Genshin Impact Stic...
[Other]

Crayon Shin-chan “Machibouke 6: The Great Adventure in Henderland” Gashapon Figures Releasing in Japan in the Third Week of May!

BANDAI's Crayon Shin-chan Machibouke 6 capsule toy series launches in Japan in the third week of May 2025! Featuring characters from the movie “The Great Adventure in Henderland” like Toppema and Macau & Joma.
Sanrio

Chiikawa Colorful Semi-3D Rubber Magnets Vol. 2 Coming to Gashapon in the Third Week of May!

BANDAI will release Chiikawa Colorful Rubber Magnets Vol. 2 across Japan via Gashapon in May 2025. Includes 7 adorable semi-3D designs like Hachiware in a cape and Chiikawa eating!
Pokemon

Loveliner to Release Limited-Edition Pokémon-Themed Liquid Eyeliners and Mascaras Starting May 12!

Loveliner’s limited-edition Pokémon-themed eyeliners and mascaras debut in Japan on May 12, 2025! Featuring Pikachu, Eevee, and Paldea Pokémon with colorful, reusable packaging.
Pokemon

New Lifestyle Goods to Enjoy Life with Pokémon Plushies Launching Soon!

New Pokémon lifestyle goods designed to enjoy daily life with plushies will launch in Japan on May 10, 2025! Featuring carry pouches, wall pockets, and Alola-region Pokemon fit plushies.
One Piece

“Ichiban Kuji ONE PIECE: Beyond the Trial” Launches on May 10!

The latest Ichiban Kuji ONE PIECE lottery launches in Japan on May 10, 2025! Featuring goods themed on the Straw Hat Pirates’ two-year journey after Sabaody. Last One Prize: Silvers Rayleigh MASTERLISE!
Gundam

Gundam GQuuuuuuX Ichiban Kuji Vol. 2 to Launch in Japan Starting May 9!

BANDAI SPIRITS will release the second Gundam GQuuuuuuX Ichiban Kuji lottery in Japan on May 9, 2025. Featuring 9 prize tiers including exclusive figures, mugs, and more — no blanks, 700円 per draw!
Dragon Ball

Gashapon “Machibouke Dragon Ball 2” Set to Launch in May!

BANDAI's adorable capsule toy series "Machibouke Dragon Ball 2" is coming to Japan in May 2025! Featuring Goku, Gohan, Piccolo, and Frieza in cute seated poses—400円 per draw.
Gundam

“Mobile Suit Gundam: Machibouke – Gundam Edition Vol. 3” to Be Released at Gashapon Machines Across Japan in the Second Week of May!

BANDAI will release the third volume of the "Machibouke – Gundam Edition" capsule toy series in Japan in the second week of May 2025, featuring Char’s Zaku, Freedom Gundam, and more in cute seated poses!
Pokemon

Shimamura to Launch Pokémon Kids’ Pajamas Online from 3:00 PM on May 3!

Adorable Pokémon kids' pajamas featuring AniPoke and PokéPeace designs will be released in Japan on May 3, 2025, at 3:00 PM via Shimamura’s online store. Six styles in sizes 110–150cm!
Pokemon

Pokémon T-Shirts to Be Released at Don Quijote Starting May 3!

A new collection of Pokémon T-shirts featuring Gengar, Pikachu, and more will be released in Japan starting May 3, 2025, at Don Quijote stores. Oversized fit with cute chest patches and bold back prints!
[Other]

Ichiban Kuji “WIND BREAKER ~After the battle~” Launches on May 2!

The new Ichiban Kuji "WIND BREAKER After the battle" will launch in Japan on May 2, 2025! Featuring new figures, acrylic goods, and exclusive artwork from the anime's Season 2. No blanks—every draw wins!