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Exciting News: GASHAPON BANDAI Official Shop Opens in Texas

On August 22, 2025, Happinet America Inc., a subsidiary of Happinet Co., Ltd., proudly announced the grand opening of the GASHAPON BANDAI Official Shop US Firewheel Town Center. This exciting new location, the third in Texas, is dedicated to providing fans of capsule toys with an unparalleled shopping experience.

An Impressive Capsule Toy Wonderland

Located within the bustling Firewheel Town Center in Garland, Texas, this new shop boasts an impressive installation of over 500 GASHAPON capsule toy machines. Shoppers can dive into a world filled with unique and vibrant toys, all designed to create joyful moments for visitors of all ages. Firewheel Town Center is a prime shopping destination, featuring more than 100 stores, a movie theater, and various experiential workshops, making it a perfect spot for family outings.

Facility Overview

• - Store Name: GASHAPON BANDAI Official Shop US Firewheel Town Center
• - Address: 245 Cedar Sage Dr, Garland, TX 75040, USA
• - Area: 145 square meters (approximately 43.8 tsubo)
• - Number of Machines: 556
• - Opening Date: August 22, 2025

What is GASHAPON?

GASHAPON® is a renowned original capsule toy brand from Bandai, which enjoys the largest market share in Japan. The GASHAPON BANDAI Official Shops exclusively feature these capsule toys, offering customers an interactive experience as they turn the handles of the machines. Each store is designed to enhance the excitement of collecting unique items, making them a must-visit for toy enthusiasts and families.

Supporting the Expansion of the Capsule Toy Business

Happinet Bending Service, another subsidiary of the Happinet Group, plays a crucial role in the distribution and operations of GASHAPON machines across the country. With a commitment to expanding customer reach and exploring new locations, Happinet Bending Service operates approximately 390,000 capsule toy vending machines nationwide.

In December 2019, they launched the gashacoco store concept, which translates to “joy here,” allowing customers to experience the thrill of new and diverse product offerings every week. As of the end of June 2025, there are 141 gashacoco locations throughout Japan.

About Happinet America Inc.

Happinet America Inc. is based in Dallas, Texas, with Yoshiyuki Takahashi serving as the president. The company focuses on installing and managing toy vending machines, along with selling related merchandise. With a capital investment of $100,000, Happinet America works tirelessly to spread joy through toys and collectibles in the U.S. market.

About Happinet Co., Ltd.

Founded on June 7, 1969, Happinet Co., Ltd. is a comprehensive entertainment trading company headquartered in Taito, Tokyo. They specialize in planning, manufacturing, and sales of toys, video games, sound products, and more. With a vision of enriching people's lives through entertainment, Happinet aims to contribute to society by creating values around dreams and fun.

The opening of the GASHAPON BANDAI Official Shop in Texas not only symbolizes the growth of capsule toy culture in the U.S., but it also embodies the commitment of Happinet America Inc. to bring joy and excitement to customers, making it a significant addition to the vibrant landscape of the Firewheel Town Center.