What this is
Exclusive merchandise drops tied to the TV anime *There's No Freaking Way I'll Be Your Lover! Unless…* land at eeo Store Ikebukuro for a two-week pop-up run. The highlight is newly illustrated artwork of Renako and the cast in summer dresses, available on a range of goods alongside scene-based merchandise from the series. Online pre-orders and in-store pickup reservations open from July 16, giving fans a head start before the physical store opens.
Who should go
Fans of the anime who want exclusive merchandise not available through general retail. Collectors visiting Ikebukuro — already a hub for anime goods — can fold this into a broader shopping trip.
Good to know
Merchandise can be reserved online via eeo Store (eeo.ne.jp) from July 16, with in-store pickup available — this is strongly recommended for popular items as stock at the physical store may sell out quickly. The eeo Store Ikebukuro is a specialist anime goods retailer; payment at the physical store typically requires cash or Japanese card, so bring yen to be safe. Ikebukuro is one of Tokyo's main anime shopping districts, so the store is easy to combine with visits to other nearby shops like Animate's flagship. Arrive early on opening day (August 29) if you want first pick of in-store stock. The pop-up runs for roughly two weeks but is closed on Monday August 31.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change — verify with the official source before attending.