Kakinotane Sensei's "Douse Nara Higan Made" Book Signing Event at Animate Ikebukuro

A special signing event for Kakinotane Sensei's "Douse Nara Higan Made" (どうせなら彼岸まで) will be held at Animate Ikebukuro Main Store to celebrate the book's release. This event offers fans a unique opportunity to meet the author and receive a personalized autograph.

To participate, customers must pre-order the target product, "Douse Nara Higan Made" (released July 15, 2026, priced at 847 yen including tax), at any Animate store nationwide with full payment in cash as a deposit. Upon reservation, an "application serial number" will be provided. This serial number is required to apply for the event through the dedicated page on CLUB animate. The application period runs from June 5, 2026, to June 29, 2026. Winners will be notified around mid-July 2026 via their CLUB animate account.

The signing event is scheduled for Saturday, August 15, 2026, with two sessions: the first session starting at 13:00 (doors open at 12:30) and the second session starting at 15:00 (doors open at 14:30). Participation requires free registration on CLUB animate. Each serial number allows for one application, and there is no limit to the number of applications per person.

Please note that the deposit for the pre-order must be made in cash only; Animate points or other payment methods cannot be used. Furthermore, the right to attend the event is strictly non-transferable and cannot be resold or assigned to a third party. Unauthorized photography, recording, or filming is prohibited within the venue. The event details are subject to change or cancellation due to unforeseen circumstances such as weather or the artist's schedule.

Event Details

• Event Title: Kakinotane Sensei "Douse Nara Higan Made" Release Commemorative Signing Event
• Venue: Animate Ikebukuro Main Store, animate hall WHITE
• Venue Address: 1-20-7 Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo
• Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026
• Time: Session 1: Doors open 12:30, Start 13:00 / Session 2: Doors open 14:30, Start 15:00
• Guest: Kakinotane Sensei
• Participation Method: Pre-order "Douse Nara Higan Made" with full cash deposit at Animate stores nationwide and apply using the provided serial number via CLUB animate.
• Application Period: June 5, 2026 – June 29, 2026
• Eligible Product: "Douse Nara Higan Made" (Released July 15, 2026)
• Product Price: 847 yen (tax included)
• Participation Fee: Free (requires pre-order of eligible product)
• Lottery: Yes

Important Notes for Attendees

• Deposit is cash only; points and other payment methods are not accepted.
• Free registration on CLUB animate is required for application.
• Cancellations after winning are not permitted.
• Transfer or resale of participation rights to third parties is strictly prohibited.
• No overnight queuing or early lining up. Unauthorized recording/photography is forbidden.
• Event content may change or be cancelled due to weather or guest availability.

Access

Approximately a 5-minute walk from JR Ikebukuro Station / Tokyo Metro Ikebukuro Station.

For further details and the latest updates, please refer to the official Animate website. It is highly recommended to check the official site for information regarding application serial number distribution stores, application procedures on CLUB animate, winner notification methods, and specific event day guidelines.