What this is
A pop-up merchandise shop dedicated to the long-running NHK anime Nintama Rantaro, a beloved ninja school comedy that has aired since 1993 and remains a staple of Japanese children's television. The shop fills Nagoya PARCO with Ninjutsu Academy-themed interior decorations and photo spots alongside a wide range of original goods. Spend ¥5,000 or more and you get a free A5 notebook; every ¥2,500 spent also earns a Nagoya-exclusive sticker from a set of six designs.
Who should go
Fans of Nintama Rantaro, particularly those collecting venue-exclusive merchandise. Parents with children who watch the anime will find this a fun outing, and completionist collectors will want the Nagoya-only sticker designs.
Good to know
Admission to the shop is free, but expect to queue during busy periods as numbered tickets may be issued — check the official website or the shop's social media on the day for queue updates. Nagoya PARCO is a large commercial complex in the Sakae district; the shop floor and exact location within the building will be signposted on arrival. Payment at pop-up merchandise shops in PARCO venues typically accepts major credit cards including foreign-issued Visa and Mastercard, though having some cash on hand is always useful. The Nagoya-exclusive stickers are a limited bonus tied to spending thresholds, so they will run out — earlier visits in the run give you the best chance at all six designs. The event runs only 16 days, so don't leave it to the final weekend.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change — verify with the official source before attending.