Hiro-sha Sensei Signing Event at Animate Osaka Nipponbashi for "Mairimashita! Iruma-kun if Mafia" Vol. 9

A signing event with author Hiro-sha Sensei, celebrating the release of "Mairimashita! Iruma-kun if Episode of Mafia" Volume 9, will be held at Animate Osaka Nipponbashi in Osaka's Naniwa Ward.

This event offers fans a unique opportunity to meet the creator and receive a signed copy of the latest volume. Participation is by lottery, and an application serial number is required.

How to Participate

To enter the lottery, purchase or pre-order one of the target products at any Animate store nationwide. The eligible items are "Mairimashita! Iruma-kun if Episode of Mafia" Volume 9 (scheduled for release on October 7, 2026, priced at 594 yen including tax) or volumes 1 through 8 (including special editions). Upon purchase, you will receive an "Application Serial Number." This number must be used to apply through the dedicated "Event Application & Survey" page within "CLUB animate" during the application period. Registration for CLUB animate is free but mandatory for application.

Application and Lottery Schedule

• Application Serial Distribution: During the pre-order/purchase period for target products (specific dates not detailed on the page, confirmation needed).
• Application Period: August 10, 2026 (Mon) to September 28, 2026 (Mon)
• Winner Notification: Scheduled for early October 2026.
• Notification Method: Winners will be notified via the "Application History" within CLUB animate.

Target Products

• "Mairimashita! Iruma-kun if Episode of Mafia" Volume 9: 594 yen (tax included)
• "Mairimashita! Iruma-kun if Episode of Mafia" Volumes 1-8 (including special editions)

Important Notes

• Cancellations after receiving the application serial number are not permitted.
• Full payment for pre-orders must be made in cash; other payment methods and Animate points are not accepted.
• Event participation rights are non-transferable and resale is strictly prohibited.
• Queuing overnight or in the early morning is prohibited.
• Unauthorized photography, audio recording, or video recording is forbidden inside the venue.
• Event details are subject to change or cancellation due to weather, natural disasters, or performer availability.

Event Information

• Event Title: "Mairimashita! Iruma-kun if Episode of Mafia" Volume 9 Release Commemorative Hiro-sha Sensei Signing Event
• Venue: Animate Osaka Nipponbashi, 5th Floor Event Hall
• Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026 (Opening and start times will be announced to winners)
• Guest: Hiro-sha Sensei
• Participation Fee: Cost of target product purchase (event entry itself is free)

Access

• Venue: Animate Osaka Nipponbashi (1-1-3 Naniwanishi, Nipponbashi, Naniwa Ward, Osaka 556-0003, Japan)
• Nearest Stations: Subway Namba Station, JR Namba Station, Subway Nipponbashi Station

For further details and the latest updates, please check the official Animate website.