- That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Japan Events Guide 2026 (Anime Collabs & Pop-Ups)
- Quick Info
- コミック版10th Anniversary POP UP SHOP（マルイ各店巡回）
- 『転生したらスライムだった件』×プリンセスカフェ POP UP SHOP
- TVアニメ『転生したらスライムだった件』×ぷよぷよ POP UP SHOP（SHIBUYA TSUTAYA）
- 『転生したらスライムだった件』アラビアン POP UP SHOP（新宿マルイ）
- 『転生したらスライムだった件』メディコス POP UP SHOP（パイレーツVer.）
- 『転生したらスライムだった件』原作完結記念 アニメイトカフェGratte コラボ
- 『転生したらスライムだった件』“蒼海の涙編”×ジョイフル コラボキャンペーン
- アニメ東京ステーション『転生したらスライムだった件』特別企画展
- About the Events
- What You Can Experience
- Why It’s Popular in Japan
- Travel Tips for Overseas Fans
- FAQ Reddit vs Japan
- Final Thoughts
That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Japan Events Guide 2026 (Anime Collabs & Pop-Ups)
In 2025–2026, That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime continues to dominate Japan’s anime scene with a steady stream of official collaboration events.
From pop-up shops to themed cafés and exhibitions, these events show how deeply embedded “転スラ” is in Japanese fan culture.
Quick Info
コミック版10th Anniversary POP UP SHOP（マルイ各店巡回）
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Event Name | Comic 10th Anniversary POP-UP SHOP (Marui Tour) |
| Event Period | May 10 – May 25, 2025 (Tokyo) June 13 – June 22, 2025 (Osaka) July 18 – July 27, 2025 (Fukuoka) August 8 – August 17, 2025 (Yokohama) |
| Location | Shinjuku Marui Annex 2F (Tokyo) Namba Marui 5F (Osaka) Hakata Marui 7F (Fukuoka) Marui City Yokohama 4F (Kanagawa) |
| What You Can Experience | A special exhibition celebrating the manga’s 10th anniversary. You can see original artwork, production materials, and illustrations, plus photo spots. Photography is allowed. |
| Limited Goods / Bonuses | Lots of newly drawn 10th anniversary merchandise |
| Entry / Purchase Rules | Free admission |
『転生したらスライムだった件』×プリンセスカフェ POP UP SHOP
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Event Name | TenSura × Princess Café POP-UP SHOP |
| Event Period | June 20 – June 30, 2025 (Osaka) June 25 – July 9, 2025 (Tokyo) |
| Location | Abeno Q’s Mall 1F (Osaka) Granduo Kamata East Building 3F (Tokyo) |
| What You Can Experience | Brand-new goods featuring Rimuru and others in military-style outfits (acrylic stands, keychains, etc.) |
| Limited Goods / Bonuses | Spend 2,000 yen → Get a random postcard (10 types) |
| Entry / Purchase Rules | First day requires LINE lottery reservation entry (June 20 & 25) |
TVアニメ『転生したらスライムだった件』×ぷよぷよ POP UP SHOP（SHIBUYA TSUTAYA）
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Event Name | SHIBUYA TSUTAYA × Puyo Puyo POP-UP SHOP |
| Event Period | March 8 – March 31, 2025 |
| Location | SHIBUYA TSUTAYA 6F IP Bookstore (Tokyo) |
| What You Can Experience | A collaboration with Puyo Puyo. Characters appear in Arle-style outfits, with goods and a photo spot inside the store |
| Limited Goods / Bonuses | Spend 2,200 yen → Random postcard (4 types) |
| Entry / Purchase Rules | Free admission |
『転生したらスライムだった件』アラビアン POP UP SHOP（新宿マルイ）
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Event Name | Shinjuku Marui Arabian POP-UP SHOP |
| Event Period | May 28 – June 9, 2025 |
| Location | Shinjuku Marui Annex 6F (Tokyo) |
| What You Can Experience | New goods themed around Arabian-style outfits (16+ item variations including blind items) |
| Limited Goods / Bonuses | Spend 3,000 yen → Enter a lottery (acrylic figures, bromides, etc.) |
| Entry / Purchase Rules | Numbered tickets may be distributed during busy periods |
『転生したらスライムだった件』メディコス POP UP SHOP（パイレーツVer.）
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Event Name | MEDICOS POP-UP SHOP (Pirate Ver.) |
| Event Period | September 26 – October 13, 2025 (Tokyo) November 8 – November 16, 2025 (Osaka) |
| Location | MEDICOS SHOP Shinjuku (Tokyo) Abeno Lucus (Osaka) |
| What You Can Experience | Newly illustrated pirate-themed goods with photo spots |
| Limited Goods / Bonuses | Spend 1,000 yen → Random illustration card (5 types) Spend 5,000 yen → Lottery ticket |
| Entry / Purchase Rules | First day uses lottery entry system, purchase limits apply (Blind items: up to 20 each / Open items: up to 3 each) |
『転生したらスライムだった件』原作完結記念 アニメイトカフェGratte コラボ
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Event Name | Animate Café Gratte Collaboration |
| Event Period | November 28, 2025 – January 12, 2026 |
| Location | Animate stores (Ikebukuro, Akihabara, Nagoya, Osaka, Okayama, Shibuya, Kichijoji, Sendai, Umeda, Yokohama) |
| What You Can Experience | Character-themed drinks, cookies, and ice cream with printed artwork |
| Limited Goods / Bonuses | +500 yen → Acrylic coaster (12 types, random) |
『転生したらスライムだった件』“蒼海の涙編”×ジョイフル コラボキャンペーン
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Event Name | “Tears of the Blue Sea Arc” × Joyfull Collaboration Campaign |
| Event Period | March 10 – April 7, 2026 (planned) |
| Location | Joyfull restaurants (nationwide) |
| What You Can Experience | Collaboration menu including themed meals, pancakes, and parfaits |
| Limited Goods / Bonuses | Order menu → Receive limited bonus items + SNS campaign |
アニメ東京ステーション『転生したらスライムだった件』特別企画展
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Event Name | Anime Tokyo Station Special Exhibition |
| Event Period | February 21 – May 24, 2026 |
| Location | Anime Tokyo Station (Ikebukuro, Tokyo) |
| What You Can Experience | Story recap up to Season 3, life-size panels, photo spots, and AR experiences |
| Limited Goods / Bonuses | Exclusive goods, LINE sticker distribution, quiz rally rewards |
| Entry / Purchase Rules | Free admission |
About the Events
Japan treats anime collaborations as real-world extensions of the story. For 転スラ, recent events focus heavily on limited illustrations, themed outfits, and immersive fan experiences.
Major formats include:
- POP-UP Shops: Limited-time stores selling exclusive goods
- Collaboration Cafés: Themed food + collectible bonuses
- Exhibitions: Story recap, life-size panels, photo spots
Notable recent examples include:
- 10th Anniversary Manga POP-UP (Marui stores across Japan)
- TSUTAYA × Puyo Puyo collaboration (Shibuya)
- Arabian-themed and Pirate-themed goods events (Tokyo/Osaka)
- Animate Gratte café collaboration (10 cities)
- Anime Tokyo Station exhibition (Ikebukuro)
- Joyfull restaurant collaboration (nationwide)
What You Can Experience
These events are not just shopping spaces. They are designed for “推し活” (fan-driven support culture).
1. Exclusive Goods You Can Only Get in Japan
Most events feature newly drawn illustrations. For example:
- Military uniform versions of Rimuru and others
- Arabian and Pirate outfit series
- Crossover visuals like ぷよぷよ collaboration
Goods typically include:
- Acrylic stands
- Keychains
- Can badges (often blind/random)
2. Bonus Items (Very Important in Japan)
A key part of Japanese anime culture is purchase bonuses.
Examples:
- Spend 2,000 yen → Random postcard
- Spend 1,000 yen → Illustration card
- Café order → Optional paid coaster
These are often random, which encourages repeat purchases.
3. Photo Spots & Exhibits
Many venues include:
- Life-size character panels
- Scene recreations
- AR photo experiences
At the Anime Tokyo Station exhibition, you can even explore story highlights up to Season 3.
4. Themed Food Experiences
At cafés like Animate Gratte or Joyfull:
- Rimuru-themed desserts
- Character-inspired drinks
- Printed latte art (very popular in Japan)
Why It’s Popular in Japan
From a Japanese fan perspective, these events are less about “buying goods” and more about participating in the fandom physically.
Key reasons:
- Limited-time pressure: Events last only 1–3 weeks
- Random bonuses: Creates “collection culture”
- New illustrations: Even longtime fans feel it’s fresh
- SNS sharing: Fans post photos with hashtags like
→ #転スラ #推し活 #尊い
Also, some events (like MEDICOS pop-ups) required lottery-based entry on day one, which shows how strong demand is.
Travel Tips for Overseas Fans
If you are planning to visit Japan for anime events, a few things are important to know:
1. Entry Systems Can Be Complicated
Some events use:
- LINE app lottery reservations
- Timed entry tickets
- First-come-first-served systems
The first day is often the hardest to enter.
2. Bonuses Can Run Out Early
Many items are “while supplies last.”
Arriving early increases your chances.
3. No English Support in Most Cases
Staff and signage are usually Japanese-only.
Using a translation app helps a lot.
4. “推し活” Culture Tip
Fans often:
- Take photos with goods
- Display merchandise aesthetically
- Share on social media
It’s not just shopping, it’s part of the experience.
FAQ Reddit vs Japan
- QReddit Concern
Will items sell out before I get there? - A
Many overseas fans worry that if they arrive in the afternoon, popular items, especially Rimuru-related goods, will already be gone. There is a strong perception that “if you don’t go on the first day, it’s pointless.”
- Japan Perspective
Japanese fans also expect items to sell out, but they don’t necessarily see it as a negative. Instead, it is accepted as part of the experience, and even a reason to go early.
In reality, if you visit in the morning, there is often still a decent selection available. It is more common for specific popular characters or items to sell out first, rather than everything disappearing at once.
From a local perspective, the focus is less on completing a full collection and more on enjoying what you can find at the moment.
- QReddit Concern
Are resellers going to buy everything? - A
There is a common concern that resellers might buy large quantities of limited or random items, creating an unfair situation for regular fans.
- Japan Perspective
In Japan, most events implement strict purchase limits, which helps prevent large-scale hoarding.
For example, it is common to see rules like “up to 20 blind items” or “up to 3 items per design.” This creates a certain level of fairness in the system.
While reselling does exist, many Japanese fans approach it differently. Instead of expecting to get everything, they treat it as a “luck-based experience,” similar to a gacha system, and enjoy the randomness itself.
- QReddit Concern
Do I need a reservation or lottery to enter? - A
Many overseas fans feel confused by systems like LINE lotteries or timed entry tickets, and some only realize they need a reservation after arriving at the venue.
- Japan Perspective
In Japan, lottery-based entry on opening days is very common and widely accepted as a way to manage crowds.
Rather than standing in long physical lines, fans see this system as a fairer and more comfortable alternative.
From actual experience, if you avoid the first day and visit on a weekday, many events allow free entry. This means you can still enjoy the event without going through the lottery system.
- QReddit Concern
How crowded is it? Will I have to wait a long time? - A
Some fans expect extreme crowd levels, similar to theme parks, and worry about long waiting times.
- Japan Perspective
While opening days and weekends can be busy, Japanese events are generally well-controlled in terms of entry flow.
Instead of forcing people to wait in long lines, staff often use numbered tickets or timed entry systems to spread out visitors.
In practice, it feels less like “waiting in line for hours” and more like “adjusting your timing to enter.”
- QReddit Concern
Is it accessible for tourists? - A
Many overseas fans are concerned about language barriers and whether they can fully enjoy the experience without understanding Japanese.
- Japan Perspective
Although most information is in Japanese, the actual experience is quite straightforward.
- Choose your items
- Pay at the register
- Receive your bonus items
This process is simple, and using a translation app is usually enough.
Even Japanese fans do not always fully understand every rule in advance. It is common to figure things out on-site, which makes the experience more approachable than it may seem.
Final Thoughts
If you’re an overseas fan, TenSura events in Japan are more than just shopping, they are a full “real-world anime experience.” From limited goods to themed cafés and exhibitions, each event offers something you can only enjoy in Japan.
Many of these events are short-term and exclusive, so timing really matters. If you ever get the chance to visit Japan, checking one of these collaborations is definitely worth it.
Once you’ve got your hands on the collaboration goods, it’s time to dive deeper into the story. Check the [Complete Watch Order Guide] to make sure you haven’t missed any episodes!
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