What this is
A limited merchandise drop tied to a collaboration between indie creator 'Kawaisou ni!' and JR West, selling anime goods directly inside train station shops across the Kansai and Hyogo regions. The lineup for Vol.2 includes travel-themed plush toys and mascot keychains featuring the characters Oshamatsu Usagi, Npochamu, and Kimimaro. As a bonus, the previously sold-out Vol.1 capsule rubber keychains are being restocked in limited quantities alongside the new items.
Who should go
Fans of the 'Kawaisou ni!' creator and collectors of niche anime merchandise. Casual visitors passing through JR West stations may also stumble across it, but the appeal is narrow and specific to this character universe.
Good to know
There is no ticketing system — items are purchased directly in-store at designated JR West station shops on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. Cash is the safest payment option at smaller station kiosks, though larger shops at Osaka and Shin-Osaka stations typically accept IC cards and major credit cards. The full list of participating stores will be published on the JR West Daily Service Net website, so check it before travelling to avoid a wasted trip. Arriving early in the sales period is strongly advised, as Vol.1 sold out quickly and Vol.2 stock is similarly limited. No advance reservation or online purchase option is mentioned.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change — verify with the official source before attending.