Recently, the popularity of the anime character Chiikawa has taken Hong Kong by storm. Citizens have been seen lining up at the airport to purchase limited-edition Chiikawa merchandise, with some even missing their flights just to wait in line.
This craze is not limited to Hong Kong; Chiikawa continues to gain traction in Japan as well. The character has recently collaborated with internationally renowned brands Converse and MLB to launch themed footwear and stationery products. In Hong Kong, Catalog is also jumping on the bandwagon by releasing a series of Chiikawa-themed apparel and merchandise, certain to spark another buying frenzy among fans.
New Shoes: Converse x Chiikawa
Converse has launched a collaborative sneaker line featuring Chiikawa, showcasing the iconic All Star canvas shoes. The collection includes beloved characters such as Chiikawa, Hachiware, Usagi, and Momonga. The shoe boxes also feature the collaboration theme, making them a must-have for collectors.
The themed sneaker line is divided into three series. Fans interested in purchasing these limited-edition shoes can visit the official Converse Japan online store.
MLB x Chiikawa: Opening Day Merchandise Unveiled
The collaboration between Chiikawa and Major League Baseball (MLB) is set to launch on March 8 in Japan, featuring a range of themed merchandise available at the Chiikawa and MLB online stores, as well as at the permanent Chiikawa Land store (pricing to be announced).
Recently, the official website released images of the products, which include keychains, support towels, tote bags, and adorable figurine keychains dressed in baseball jerseys. Each item is sure to delight fans!
Catalog x Chiikawa: Trendy Apparel Launch at Langham Place
In Hong Kong, Chiikawa has partnered with local clothing brand Catalog to release a collaborative apparel series featuring popular items like jackets, sweatshirts, and handbags. To celebrate this launch, the Catalog store at Langham Place in Mong Kok (Shop 02-05, 6th Floor) will be transformed into a Chiikawa paradise. Fans can visit to take photos and be among the first to purchase Chiikawa series merchandise, while items will be available in other stores starting March 6.
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