Kenjiro Hata "Hayate the Combat Butler" Complete Edition Signing Event at Animate Ikebukuro

A signing event to commemorate the completion of Kenjiro Hata's "Hayate the Combat Butler" Complete Edition will be held at Animate Ikebukuro Main Store.

This event celebrates the release of "Hayate the Combat Butler" Complete Edition Vol. 27, scheduled for July 16, 2026. The signing session itself will take place on Friday, August 7, 2026, at "animate hall WHITE" within the Animate Ikebukuro Main Store.

How to Participate

An application serial number is required to attend the event. By pre-ordering "Hayate the Combat Butler" Complete Edition Vol. 27 at Animate stores nationwide with full payment (cash only), participants can obtain an application serial number. Please note that cash is the only accepted payment method for the deposit; Animate points and other payment methods cannot be used. Furthermore, if payment is cancelled after reservation, future use of Animate services may be refused.

After receiving the serial number, apply through the dedicated event application page on "CLUB animate" within the specified application period. Registration for "CLUB animate" is free and required for application. Changes or cancellations to applications are not permitted. Each serial number allows one entry, with no limit on the number of entries per person.

Event Details

• Event Name: Kenjiro Hata "Hayate the Combat Butler" Complete Edition Vol. 27 Completion Commemorative Signing Event
• Venue: Animate Ikebukuro Main Store, animate hall WHITE (9F, South Building)
• Address: 1-20-7 Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo
• Date & Time: Friday, August 7, 2026. Doors open 17:00 / Event starts 17:30
• Eligible Product: "Hayate the Combat Butler" Complete Edition Vol. 27 (Released July 16, 2026, ¥1,980 tax included)
• Application Period: May 28, 2026 - June 22, 2026
• Winner Notification: Scheduled for early July 2026, confirmed via "Application/Survey History" on CLUB animate.
• Participation Fee: Free (Cost of product purchase for serial number is separate)

Important Notes for Attendees

For admission, attendees must present a valid government-issued photo ID that matches the name and address registered on CLUB animate at the time of application. If a photo ID is unavailable, please bring two or more documents confirming your address, such as a resident certificate or utility bills. You must bring the "Hayate the Combat Butler" Complete Edition Vol. 27 comic for signing. If you pre-ordered, ensure you pick up the book before attending. Only one book per person will be signed.

Access

Animate Ikebukuro Main Store is located at 1-20-7 Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo, within walking distance of JR Ikebukuro Station and Tokyo Metro Ikebukuro Station.

Before attending, please check the official website for detailed information regarding required items and identification.