The SASUKE and Rilakkuma collaboration is officially happening. The Rilakkuma anime will team up with the sports <a href="https://comicvibe.com/why-entertainment-brokers-should-expect-tougher-safety-questions-at-submission-stage/” title=”Why entertainment brokers should expect tougher safety questions at submission stage”>entertainment program SASUKE in an unusual crossover. A themed cafe featuring the Rilakkuma anime will also open at Branch Park in Akasaka.
An Unexpected Collaboration Between SASUKE and Rilakkuma ©SAN-X / Team Rilakkuma
SASUKE and Rilakkuma Collaboration Goods Revealed
Collaboration goods will be released to commemorate SASUKE NINJA WARRIOR WORLD CUP 2026, which will air at 7 p.m. on August 24.
The merchandise features special collaboration visuals, including Rilakkuma and friends napping atop the Warped Wall, one of the signature obstacles from SASUKE. Another design shows Rilakkuma leisurely watching the competition while wearing a shirt bearing the collaboration logo.
The lineup includes acrylic keychains, tin cases, clear folders and other items. Online preorders will begin through TBS Shopping on August 6. The goods are scheduled to go on sale at the TBS Store and Branch Park in Akasaka on August 24.
Rilakkuma Collaboration Cafe Opens August 27
A Rilakkuma collaboration cafe will be held for a limited period at Branch Park, a next generation restaurant produced by the popular TBS program King’s Brunch.
The menu is inspired by Tekuteku World Trip, the second part of the Rilakkuma anime. Dishes and drinks include Rilakkuma’s Pyramid Koshari, Kiiroitori’s Kaiserschmarrn and Relaxing Blue Sky Soda featuring Rilakkuma wearing a sleep mask.
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