What this is
Okiraku Shoten is a limited-time pop-up shop celebrating two of Japan's most beloved anime franchises — Chibi Maruko-chan and Crayon Shin-chan — running from June 4 to June 21, 2026 at Tokyo Solamachi. The shop marks its first-ever nationwide opening, making this a genuinely rare retail event for fans of either series. Visitors can browse and purchase exclusive collaboration merchandise including stationery, lifestyle goods, and event advance-sale items not available elsewhere. Dedicated photo spots recreating the iconic worlds of both anime are installed throughout the venue, offering fans a chance to step into the universes of Maruko and Shin-chan.
Who should go
This pop-up is ideal for anime fans of all ages, particularly those who grew up watching Chibi Maruko-chan or Crayon Shin-chan — two series that have been cultural touchstones in Japan for decades. Families with children will find it especially enjoyable given the family-friendly nature of both franchises, while collectors and merchandise hunters will appreciate the exclusive advance-sale items and purchase bonuses. International visitors with a love of classic Japanese animation will find this a charming and accessible cultural experience. Arrive early in the event run to secure the best selection of limited merchandise before popular items sell out.
Good to know
No ticket or reservation is needed — simply walk in during opening hours. Tokyo Solamachi is a large commercial complex attached to Tokyo Skytree, and the East Yard 2F atrium area is easy to navigate using in-mall signage. The venue accepts major credit cards including foreign-issued Visa and Mastercard at most retail counters, but carrying some yen cash is always advisable for smaller pop-up transactions. Purchase bonuses are typically distributed while supplies last, so earlier visits in the event run are recommended for collectors. The photo spots are free to use and a great opportunity for social media content — no special permission is needed to photograph them.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change — verify with the official source before attending.