Michinoku Atami "Chizu ni Nai Koi o Shita" Book Signing Event at Animate Ikebukuro

A signing event for Michinoku Atami's "Chizu ni Nai Koi o Shita" (Mapless Love Story), published by Dear Plus Comics, will be held at Animate Ikebukuro Main Store. Located at 1-20-7 Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo, this Animate store is easily accessible from JR Ikebukuro Station and Tokyo Metro Ikebukuro Station, and it is a major retailer of anime and comic-related merchandise.

This event offers a precious opportunity to receive a direct autograph from Michinoku Atami sensei. The signing session will take place in "animate hall WHITE" on Saturday, November 14, 2026, divided into two sessions: Part 1 and Part 2. Part 1 is scheduled to start at 13:00, and Part 2 at 15:00, with different opening times for each. Attendees will not only receive an autograph but also have a chance to immerse themselves in the world of the work.

To participate, you must purchase the target product and obtain an application serial code. By reserving either the "Chizu ni Nai Koi o Shita" Animate Set (1,287 yen including tax) or the regular edition (957 yen including tax), both released on Monday, November 2, 2026, at any Animate store nationwide with full payment upfront, you will receive an application serial code. Please note that the upfront payment must be made in cash only; Animate points and other payment methods cannot be used.

The application period is from Wednesday, September 2, 2026, to Thursday, September 24, 2026. Please apply through the dedicated page within "CLUB animate" during the application period indicated on the serial code. Registration for "CLUB animate" is free and required for application. Lottery results are expected to be announced around early October 2026 in the "Application/History" section within "CLUB animate." Notification emails will be sent from one of the following domains: [@club-animate.jp][@animate.co.jp][@animate-onlineshop.jp], so please ensure your domain reception settings are configured accordingly.

It is important to carefully review the event's terms and conditions. Transfer or resale of rights to third parties is strictly prohibited, and only the当選者 (winner) may attend. Furthermore, lining up from the night before or early morning is prohibited to avoid disturbing the neighborhood. Unauthorized photography, recording, or filming within the venue is also forbidden. Please check the official website for the latest information, as event details may be subject to change or cancellation due to weather or performer availability. We recommend checking the official website for any restrictions on items to bring or the availability of same-day tickets before attending.

Event Information

• Event Name: Michinoku Atami "Chizu ni Nai Koi o Shita" Release Commemorative Signing Event
• Venue: Animate Ikebukuro Main Store (animate hall WHITE)
• Address: 1-20-7 Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo
• Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026
  • Part 1: Doors open 12:30 / Event starts 13:00
  • Part 2: Doors open 14:30 / Event starts 15:00
• Guest: Michinoku Atami sensei
• Application Period: September 2, 2026 (Wed) - September 24, 2026 (Thu)
• Eligible Products: "Chizu ni Nai Koi o Shita" Regular Edition (957 yen incl. tax), Animate Set (1,287 yen incl. tax)
• Participation Method: Obtain application serial code by reserving one eligible product with full payment upfront, then apply via CLUB animate.
• Fee: Free to attend the event (purchase of eligible product required).

Access

• Nearest Station: JR Ikebukuro Station / Tokyo Metro Ikebukuro Station

Notes

• Cancellations after receiving the application serial code are not possible.
• Upfront payment is cash only.
• Transfer or resale of rights to third parties is prohibited.
• Unauthorized photography, recording, or filming is prohibited.
• Please check the official website for the latest information.