What this is
Celebrating 11 years of the IDOLiSH7 rhythm game and anime franchise, this themed pop-up takeover runs across three cities and three separate venues between August 2026 and February 2027. NAMJATOWN in Tokyo's Sunshine City kicks things off, followed by Bandai Namco Cross Store locations in Osaka and Fukuoka. Each stop features original merchandise, mini-games, a rally game, and collaboration food and desserts tied to the franchise.
Who should go
IDOLiSH7 fans are the clear target here — this is a niche franchise event with little crossover appeal for non-fans. Collectors will want to note the Premium Bandai pre-order window and the exclusive cat-shaped card bonus only available at physical venues.
Good to know
Tickets for the Tokyo opening weekend (Aug 28–30) must be purchased in advance — walk-ins will not be admitted during that period. NAMJATOWN is an indoor amusement park inside Sunshine City's World Import Mart Building; standard NAMJATOWN entry fees typically apply on top of any event-specific passes, so check the official site for the combined cost. The Osaka leg is held at HEP FIVE (8th & 9th floors), a well-known shopping complex near Umeda Station, and the Fukuoka leg is at Canal City Hakata's South Building basement — both are easily accessible by public transport. Original merchandise is available for pre-order via Premium Bandai from November 2 to December 22, 2026, but the exclusive cat-shaped card bonus is only given with in-person purchases. Admission rules and closing times vary by area within each venue, so review the official event page for your specific city before visiting.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change — verify with the official source before attending.