What this is
CoCo Ichibanya — Japan's most ubiquitous curry chain — is running its first-ever tie-in with the theatrical anime film 'Chiikawa the Movie: Secret of the Mermaid Island', turning a regular curry run into a collectible hunt. The campaign runs in two volumes across summer 2026, with each volume offering a different themed drink (Mango Lassi in Vol. 1, Lemon Squash in Vol. 2) bundled with a spoon-rest mini-figure. Order the collaboration 'Original Island Curry' and you'll receive a random sticker from a set of four; spend ¥1,000 or more and you can enter a giveaway for an original curry plate or a meal voucher.
Who should go
Chiikawa fans and anime merchandise collectors, especially those already planning to eat at CoCo Ichibanya during the summer. Families with young children will find the stickers and mini-figures a low-cost bonus to an everyday meal out.
Good to know
No advance tickets or reservations are needed — this is a walk-in campaign at participating CoCo Ichibanya restaurants across Japan. Payment is typically accepted by cash and major credit/IC cards at most CoCo Ichibanya branches, though policies vary slightly by location. The giveaway entry requires submitting a receipt of ¥1,000 or more (tax included); check the official campaign website for submission details and deadlines. Mini-figures and stickers are distributed while supplies last, so popular branches near anime retail districts (Akihabara, Nipponbashi) may run out faster. The campaign ends at 23:59 on August 31, 2026.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change — verify with the official source before attending.