What this is
The Haikyu!! Cool Down Fair 2026 is a limited-time promotional campaign held at animate stores across Japan and the animate Online Shop, running from August 22 through September 23, 2026. It celebrates the beloved volleyball sports anime Haikyu!!, which has amassed a massive fanbase both in Japan and internationally since its manga debut in 2012. The fair offers exclusive merchandise including aurora acrylic stands, clear files, and Gumitto stickers tied to the series. A key draw is the bonus illustration sheet system — for every ¥1,100 spent on related goods, customers receive one random illustration sheet from a set of six designs, making it a collectible-driven shopping event.
Who should go
This event is ideal for dedicated Haikyu!! fans who want to get their hands on limited-edition merchandise and exclusive bonus items tied to the anime. Collectors who enjoy the thrill of random bonus illustrations and completionist shopping will find the tiered spending reward system particularly appealing. Casual anime fans browsing animate stores during the period may also discover appealing items. Since the fair runs at animate stores nationwide and online, it's accessible whether you're in Tokyo, Osaka, or anywhere else in Japan. Check stock levels early in the campaign period, as bonus items are available only while supplies last.
Good to know
Bonus illustration sheets are given one per ¥1,100 (tax included) spent on eligible goods, and are distributed randomly from six designs — there is no way to choose which design you receive. Bonus items are available while supplies last, so visiting early in the campaign period significantly improves your chances of receiving them. The animate Online Shop participates in the fair as well, which is useful for visitors who may not be near a physical store or who want to shop after returning home. Most animate stores are cashless-friendly and accept IC cards and major credit cards, though policies vary slightly by location. The campaign ends on September 23, 2026, a national holiday in Japan, so expect stores to be busier than usual on that final day.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change — verify with the official source before attending.