"Sleepy Princess in the Demon Castle" 10th Anniversary Fair at Animate Akihabara

A special 10th-anniversary fair for "Sleepy Princess in the Demon Castle" (Maoujou de Oyasumi) will be held at Animate Akihabara, located in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo. This event will run from Saturday, October 10, 2026, to Sunday, November 1, 2026, across select Animate stores and Animate Online Shop, with Akihabara store being a key location for fans.

Fair Content and Benefits

During the fair period, customers who purchase or pre-order "Sleepy Princess in the Demon Castle" related merchandise, books, audio, or visual products above a certain amount will receive special illustrated cards as a bonus. For merchandise, a purchase/pre-order deposit of 1,100 yen (tax included) grants one card. For books, audio, and visual products, one item purchased or pre-ordered with a deposit of 1,100 yen or more (tax included) will also receive one card. A total of 8 types of illustrated cards are available, distributed randomly, adding an element of surprise and collecting appeal.

Eligible Products and Precautions

Various "Sleepy Princess in the Demon Castle" related items are eligible for this fair. However, certain items such as online lotteries, capsule toy products, Kumamate-related goods, and some trading card games may be excluded from receiving bonus benefits. The benefits are available on a first-come, first-served basis and will end once supplies are depleted, making early visits advisable. The transfer or resale of these benefits to third parties is strictly prohibited. Please note that fair details are subject to change, postponement, or cancellation due to various circumstances, so checking for the latest information is important.

Practical Information

The fair runs from Saturday, October 10, 2026, to Sunday, November 1, 2026. The operating hours will follow the regular business hours of Animate Akihabara, though specific start and end times for the fair itself are not announced. The venue is Animate Akihabara, located at 4-3-2 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo. The nearest stations are JR Akihabara Station and Tokyo Metro Suehirocho Station. To make the most of the purchase-based benefits, it is recommended to create a list of desired items beforehand. As the illustrated cards are given out randomly, multiple purchases might be necessary to collect all 8 types.

Access

Animate Akihabara is approximately a 5-minute walk from the Electric Town Exit of JR Akihabara Station, or about a 5-minute walk from Exit A3 of Tokyo Metro Akihabara Station, and about a 3-minute walk from Exit 1 of Tokyo Metro Suehirocho Station. Its location is convenient for exploring Akihabara's many shopping facilities. Being an indoor venue, it can be enjoyed regardless of the weather. For further details and the latest updates, please refer to the Animate official website or contact the store directly.

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