Haruchika Sensei Autograph Session for "The Bear in the Forest is Hibernating." at Animate Ikebukuro

To commemorate the completion of "The Bear in the Forest is Hibernating." (Mori no Kumasan, Fuyumichu.), author Haruchika Sensei will hold an autograph session at Animate Ikebukuro Main Store. This event offers a precious opportunity to receive a direct autograph from the author, celebrating the final volume of the series.

The venue for the event is "animate hall WHITE," located on the 9th floor of the Animate Ikebukuro Main Store's South Building. It is situated in the heart of the Ikebukuro area, within easy walking distance from JR Ikebukuro Station and Tokyo Metro Ikebukuro Station, making it an accessible location.

Event Overview

"The Bear in the Forest is Hibernating." Completion Commemorative Autograph Session

Event Details

• Venue: animate hall WHITE, 9F, Animate Ikebukuro Main Store (South Building)
• Address: 1-20-7 Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo
• Date & Time: Sunday, November 1, 2026
  • Part 1: Doors Open 12:30 / Event Start 13:00
  • Part 2: Doors Open 14:30 / Event Start 15:00
• Guest: Haruchika Sensei

How to Participate

Participation in this event requires an application serial number. This serial number will be distributed to customers who pre-order the target product, "The Bear in the Forest is Hibernating. -Honey-" (880 yen including tax), which is scheduled for release on Friday, October 16, 2026, with full payment in cash at any Animate store nationwide. Please note that only cash payments are accepted for the deposit, and Animate points cannot be used.

After obtaining the application serial number, you must apply through the dedicated reception page within "Event Application/Survey" on "CLUB animate" during the specified application period. A free "CLUB animate" registration is required to apply. The application period runs from Friday, September 4, 2026, to Sunday, September 27, 2026. Lottery results are expected to be announced around early October 2026 in the "Application History" section of "CLUB animate."

Important Notes

Any post-cancellation of the deposit payment, whether before or after the event, may result in refusal of future services. Transfer or resale of application serial numbers or benefits to third parties is strictly prohibited. Event participation is limited to the当選者 (winner) and is non-transferable. Overnight stays or early queuing at the venue are prohibited to avoid disturbing neighbors. Unauthorized photography, audio recording, or video recording is strictly forbidden. Event details may change or be canceled due to weather, guest availability, or other circumstances. Please check the official website for the latest information.

Access

• Venue: Animate Ikebukuro Main Store
• Address: 1-20-7 Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo
• Nearest Station: JR Ikebukuro Station / Tokyo Metro Ikebukuro Station