A fresh wave of Chiikawa merchandise is on the way, featuring the fantastical “2027 Years Item” collection adorned with a starlit night sky, along with belly warmers (腹巻), short belly-warmer pants (1分丈腹巻パンツ), and pochi bags (ポチ袋). Sales will roll out from October through November.
About Chiikawa
Chiikawa is a manga created by illustrator Nagano, originally serialized on X (formerly Twitter) since 2020. The series follows the endearing daily lives of Chiikawa, Hachiware, Usagi, and friends — a mix of heartwarming, bittersweet, and surprisingly intense moments that have captivated readers of all ages. The franchise earned the Japan Character Award Grand Prix and has been inducted into its hall of fame. The anime, which began airing in 2022, has surpassed 500 million views on YouTube. The first theatrical film, Chiikawa the Movie: Secret of the Mermaid Island, adapting the fan-favorite “Siren” arc, is currently in cinemas and had already grossed ¥17.17 billion as of October 4.
2027 Years Item — A Journey Through the Stars
The centerpiece of the new lineup is the 2027 Years Item collection, which depicts Chiikawa and friends traveling through a breathtaking, star-filled night sky. The lineup includes a mug and a plate. The star motifs are crafted using polarized mica pigment, which causes the colors to shift softly depending on the viewing angle — offering a new shimmer every time you pick it up.
Available from October 16 at Chiikawa Market, Chiikawa Land, and the Yamaka Shoten official online store.
Belly Warmers — Stay Cozy This Autumn and Winter
Perfect for the colder months ahead, the Chiikawa belly warmer and Chiikawa short belly-warmer pants come in designs featuring Chiikawa, Hachiware, and Usagi. They are ideal for lounging at home during autumn and winter and will be sold at mass-market retailers nationwide in Japan.
- Chiikawa Belly Warmer: On sale from early October
- Chiikawa Short Belly-Warmer Pants: On sale from late November
Pochi Bags — A Style for Every Occasion
Produced by Sunstar Stationery, the Chiikawa pochi bags come in four distinct styles to suit different tastes and uses:
- Standard type: Soft, gentle color palette
- Metallic glitter sticker type: Shiny metallic bag with glitter sticker accents
- Bill type: Wide enough to fit banknotes without folding
- Die-cut type: Cute character-shaped silhouettes
Available from late October at Chiikawa Land, Chiikawa Market, stationery shops, fancy goods stores, and select supermarkets. Availability may vary by location.

