What this is
Reverse: 1999 marks its third anniversary with a dedicated art exhibition called 'Time Gallery,' hosted as an Only Shop event at animate Shinjuku — a format where a single title takes over a retailer's space with exclusive merchandise, art displays, and fan-focused activities. Running from July 25 to August 16, 2026, the exhibition features a special display area alongside a simultaneous Fair and Gratte collaboration. Visitors who photograph the exhibition and quote-repost the official X post with the hashtag #リバース1999animate can receive a limited ticket-style commemorative card while supplies last.
Who should go
Fans of the mobile RPG Reverse: 1999 are the clear audience here. Casual anime or gaming visitors without familiarity with the title will find little to engage with.
Good to know
animate Shinjuku is a multi-floor anime and manga retail chain store — no ticket is required to enter, but Only Shop events sometimes have timed entry or queue systems during busy periods, so check the official X account for any queue announcements before visiting. The bonus ticket-style card is available while supplies last and limited to one per person, so bring your phone charged and ready to complete the social media step in-store. The Fair and Gratte collaboration running simultaneously may involve separate purchase thresholds for additional bonuses — check the official website for spending tiers. animate stores are generally cash-friendly but most locations also accept major credit cards and IC cards. The exhibition runs for over three weeks, so there is no need to rush on opening day unless you are prioritising the limited bonus.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change — verify with the official source before attending.