What this is
Exclusive merchandise created with newly drawn illustrations brings the TV anime Spice and Wolf: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF to a dedicated pop-up shop inside Shinjuku Marui Annex. Life-size character panels using the same artwork are displayed throughout the space, and shoppers receive a randomly selected bonus illustration card (one of five designs) for every ¥1,000 spent. A lottery campaign gives fans who spend ¥5,000 or more in a single visit a chance to win one of the life-size panels displayed at the venue.
Who should go
Spice and Wolf fans and anime merchandise collectors. The purchase limits and lottery mechanic are aimed squarely at dedicated fans rather than casual visitors.
Good to know
Entry to browse is free, but the bonus cards and lottery require purchases. MEDICOS SHOP Shinjuku is located on the 6th floor of Shinjuku Marui Annex — take the elevator from the main entrance near Shinjuku Station East Exit. Payment at Marui stores typically accepts major credit cards including foreign-issued Visa and Mastercard, as well as IC cards and cash. Arrive early in the event run rather than on the final days, as bonus card stock is limited and popular items sell out quickly at anime pop-ups. The life-size panel lottery closes with the event on September 16, so submit your application tickets before that date.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change — verify with the official source before attending.