Junji Ito x Sanrio Characters Collaboration: A Fusion of Horror and Cuteness

Are you a Junji Ito Netflix fan? Or did you first discover him from the famous “Junji Ito Collection”? Whatever may be the case, there’s news for you, and it’s the latest collaboration between Junji Ito x Sanrio Characters. This unique blend of Junji Ito manga horror elements and the beloved charm of Sanrio characters is set to create a buzz among enthusiasts. Here’s everything you need to know about this exciting collaboration, including event details and exclusive merchandise.

伊藤潤二の世界とサンリオキャラクターズの異色のコラボレーションが実現！ホラー漫画の鬼才・伊藤潤二が手掛ける登場人物とサンリオキャラクターズが奇跡のタッグを組み、これまでにない新たな世界観を生み出します。さらに！今回のコラボグッズを販売する期間限定ショップが渋谷・心斎橋に登場！ pic.twitter.com/2umBHXSO8K

— YTE【公式】アニメグッズ・体験型エンタメ情報（旧あそびファクトリー） (@AsobiFactory) July 8, 2024

Event Overview

Two special events will be held to celebrate this collaboration:

• Tokyo Event Location: Shibuya PARCO, 5th-floor pop-up space Dates: August 23, 2024, to September 9, 2024
• Osaka Event Location: Shinsaibashi PARCO, B1 floor pop-up space Dates: September 27, 2024, to October 14, 2024

These events will feature exclusive merchandise that fans can purchase to commemorate the collaboration, taking inspiration from Junji Ito’s stories and style.

Junji Ito x Hello Kitty Exclusive Merchandise

Gyaru Tomie x Hello Kitty Collection

This collection brings together Junji Ito’s Tomie (one of the most famous characters), with the beloved Hello Kitty. Items include:

• Acrylic Stand – ¥2,200 (tax included)
• Clear File – ¥440 (tax included)
• Hologram Heart Can Badge – ¥550 (tax included)
• Aurora Sticker – ¥605 (tax included)
• Compact Double Mirror – ¥1,100 (tax included)
• Acrylic Hair Clip – ¥990 (tax included)
• Raglan T-Shirt – ¥4,950 (tax included)
• Lame T-Shirt – ¥5,500 (tax included)
• Large Towel – ¥4,400 (tax included)
• Reproduction Artwork – ¥22,000 (tax included)

Beautiful Boy-Inspired Sanrio Collection

Featuring designs inspired by Junji Ito’s Beautiful Boy:

• Boy sitting on a swing Acrylic Stand – ¥2,200 (tax included)
• Tote Bag – ¥3,850 (tax included)
• Keychain – ¥770 (tax included)

Junji Ito x Sanrio Mashup

• Trading Square Can Badge (6 types) – ¥495 (tax included)
• Trading Acrylic Keychain (6 types) – ¥770 (tax included)
• Clear File – ¥440 (tax included)
• Cork Coaster (6 types) – ¥880 (tax included)
• Trading Hologram Sticker (9 types) – ¥550 (tax included)

For more details and to purchase these exclusive items, visit the YTE-EC website.

Follow us for more updates, and who knows, there might soon be an announcement about the Junji Ito anime “Uzumaki.”

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Source: YTE-EC, Comic Natalie