Animate has opened pre-orders for new merchandise from the TV anime Blue Lock today, across the Animate online store and stores nationwide, along with a special campaign offering exclusive premium gifts to fans.
About Blue Lock
Blue Lock is adapted from the popular football manga serialized in Weekly Shonen Magazine, centered on the “Blue Lock” project established to forge the ultimate striker for the Japanese national team. Itoshi Seiji is the protagonist, joined by hundreds of teenage forwards who must fight through ruthless selection at every turn. The TV anime’s first season began airing in October 2022 and has already been confirmed for a continuation.
“Cyber Cat” Theme with New Art of 8 Characters
This merchandise collection uses new character artwork (描き下ろし) of the 8 main cast members in the concept of “Cyber Cat” — an irresistible fusion of cute cat ears and sleek cyber aesthetics. Items available for sale are as follows:
- Aurora Acrylic Stand — 8 designs, 1,980 yen each (tax included)
- Hologram Character Badge Collection — 8 designs, 550 yen per pack or 4,400 yen per box (8 packs)
- Aurora Foil Card Collection — 16 designs, 495 yen per pack or 3,960 yen per box (8 packs)
- Cat Ear Card Holder — 8 designs, 990 yen each
- Space A la mode T-shirt Collection — 8 designs, 3,850 yen each; available in sizes M and L
All items are scheduled to go on sale on August 8, 2026.
Animate Fair 2026 ~Cyber Cat~ — Two Rounds of Premium Gifts
Alongside the merchandise release, Animate is running the campaign “TV Anime Blue Lock Animate Fair 2026 ~Cyber Cat~” in two rounds as follows:
Round 1 — Animate Online
- Period: May 22 – June 7, 2026
- Venue: Animate Online (website)
- How to receive: Purchase 1,100 yen (tax included) or more of Blue Lock Cyber Cat merchandise to receive one Bromide (8 designs, random)
Round 2 — Nationwide Stores
- Period: August 8 – 30, 2026
- Venue: Animate stores nationwide (not including online)
- How to receive: Purchase or pre-order qualifying Blue Lock merchandise per the specified conditions to receive one Cat Clear Card (8 designs, random)
For full details on Round 2 gift conditions, please check the official fair page directly.
Source: aniani

