Animate Ikebukuro Main Store Summer Festival 2026: Cat Goods, Workshops, Card Games & More

The "Animate Ikebukuro Main Store Summer Festival" is coming to Animate Ikebukuro Main Store, located at 1-20-7 Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo. This event celebrates summer with a variety of unique attractions that only Animate can offer, promising a fun-filled experience for all visitors.

Throughout the festival period, numerous hands-on activities and exclusive merchandise sales will be available.

MEGA CAT SHOP ～Summer Festival SP～

A "MEGA CAT SHOP" will be set up on the 5th floor of the North Building at Animate Ikebukuro Main Store, featuring a collection of cat-themed characters. In addition to limited-edition POPUP items, a "Giant Nya-Ruto" is scheduled to appear on August 8th. This attraction runs from July 3rd to August 8th.

ARAMA Mate Summer Festival POP UP at Animate Ikebukuro Main Store

New designs for "Coade de Arama" acrylic stand holders will be released, including exclusive designs available only at Animate Ikebukuro Main Store. This POP UP event will be held from July 18th to August 31st.

～Oshi's Summer, Can-Badge's Summer～

On July 25th and 26th, the Animate Theater (B2F, North Building) will host a trial session for the next-generation "Adget Can-Badge" and feature an "Oshi-katsu" (fan activity) photo spot. A grand lottery with prizes like projectors will also be held.

Copic Workshop @ Animate Ikebukuro Main Store

A Copic marker workshop will be held on July 26th. Participants can join the paid "Wind Chime Painting" workshop by purchasing one "Copic a-crea" pen. The free "EVANGELION × COPIC Coloring Experience" allows visitors to try coloring with Copic products inspired by Evangelion.

Harry Potter: Collectible Card Game Fan Meetup & Tournament - Tokyo Venue

On July 31st, a special event for Harry Potter: Collectible Card Game fans will take place. It includes a "Try-It" session for beginners, a "Memory" game, coaching sessions for those familiar with the rules but seeking practice, and a "Deck Consultation Corner."

Iwami Town Tourism PR Event in Animate Ikebukuro Main Store

An event promoting tourism in Iwami Town, Tottori Prefecture, the real-life inspiration for the "Free!" anime series, will be held on August 1st. Visitors can receive tourism maps and leaflets, purchase exclusive collaboration goods, and meet Iwami Town's mascot character, "Iwami-n," during a photo session. The PR booth and consultation service will be open from 10:00 to 17:00, with photo sessions at 13:00-13:30 and 15:00-15:30.

LaQ Festival

On August 16th, an event featuring the popular educational toy "LaQ" will be held. Activities include "LaQ Fishing" using LaQ fishing rods and a "LaQ Lottery" where every participant wins a prize.

Event Information

• Title: Animate Ikebukuro Main Store Summer Festival
• Venue: Animate Ikebukuro Main Store
• Address: 1-20-7 Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo
• Event Period: July 3, 2026 – August 31, 2026 (Specific dates vary by activity)
• Key Dates & Times:
  • Oshi's Summer, Can-Badge's Summer: July 25, 2026, 10:00–20:00; July 26, 2026, 10:00–19:00
  • Copic Workshop: July 26, 2026, 11:00–18:00 (Last reception 17:30)
  • Harry Potter Card Game: July 31, 2026, 16:00–20:30 (Last reception 19:30–)
  • Iwami Town Tourism PR: August 1, 2026, 10:00–17:00
  • LaQ Festival: August 16, 2026, 10:00–17:00
• Admission: Varies by activity. Some workshops are paid; others may be free or require purchase.
• Reservations: Not specified. Some events may require numbered tickets.
• What to Bring: Generally not specified. Workshop participation might require purchasing specific items.

Access

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

Event details are subject to change, postponement, or cancellation. Please check the official Animate Ikebukuro Main Store X account and website for the latest information. It is recommended to confirm specific activity dates, times, participation requirements, and merchandise availability beforehand.