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The Good Smile Festival 2026 Osaka: What to Expect

The highly-anticipated Good Smile Festival 2026 is set to take place on August 22 and 23, 2026, at the stunning Umeda Crystal Hall in Osaka. This annual event celebrates the art of figure-making, showcasing thousands of figures and models, and aims to provide fans with an unparalleled experience in Japanese pop culture.

An Overview of the Festival's Highlights

The festival will feature a wide range of activities, including:

• - A showcase of the latest figures and model kits developed by Good Smile Company, a renowned leader in the industry.
• - An exclusive debut for the CLAMP 35th Anniversary x Good Smile Company 25th Anniversary commemorative figure, “Sakura Kinomoto: My First Sparkle.” This figure's color prototype will be showcased for the first time, giving fans a closer look at its innovative design.
• - Exciting venue-exclusive campaigns, including the Good Smile Fest lottery, offering fantastic prizes. To learn more, attendees can check the official Good Smile Festival website for details on how to participate.

Exclusive Campaigns:

• - Good Smile Fest Lottery: Attendees can enter to win luxurious prizes. Check the official website for raffle details and prizes available this year.
• - GSC Capsule Challenge: Available for those who spend 2,000 yen or more at the merchandise area. Participants can spin a capsule machine to win mini figures from the “Good Smile Animal Company,” with a chance to receive additional prizes if they uncover a winning ticket inside their capsule. Participants are limited to one entry, and prizes are available in limited quantities.

Discover the Gaming Corner

The festival will also feature a Gaming Corner dedicated to showcasing Good Smile Company's video games. Visitors can explore various displays and watch trailers of popular titles, including:

• - Nekopara: Sekai Connect
• - Magical Girl's Village
• - Tokyo Revengers UNLIMITED
• - COCORO
• - Grisaia: Fruit of the Finale

Many of these titles will also have accompanying merchandise available for purchase, allowing fans to take home pieces of their favorite games. It's worth noting that some product lineups may differ from those offered at the Tokyo event.

For the Latest Updates:

Be sure to follow the official X accounts for updates on product releases and event details for each title:

• - Nekopara: Nekopara X
• - Magical Girl's Village: Magical Girl X
• - Tokyo Revengers: Tokyo Revengers X
• - COCORO: COCORO X
• - Grisaia: Grisaia X

Event Details:

• - Date & Time:

- August 22 (Saturday): 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM (Last entry at 7:40 PM)
- August 23 (Sunday): 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Last entry at 4:40 PM)

• - Venue: Umeda Crystal Hall
• - Entry Fee: Free

Please note that the venue details and timings are subject to change without notice.

What is the Good Smile Festival?

The Good Smile Festival, organized by Good Smile Company, marks a significant evolution from its previous iteration, now featuring dual venues in Tokyo and Osaka. This revamped festival aims to provide a deeper appreciation of the brand's value and universe through immersive experiences and over 1,000 displays of figures and models. The initiative follows an impressive turnout from last year’s Tokyo event, where roughly 25,000 visitors came to enjoy the latest exhibits and exclusive launches.

More About Good Smile Company

Established in 2001, Good Smile Company has stood out as a premier figure and toy manufacturer in Japan. Their flagship Nendoroid series boasts over 2,500 unique figures. Recently, they have expanded to include collaborations with international artists, promoting Japanese culture through various forms.