Exciting Collaboration Between Bungo and Alchemist and Kitamura
The highly popular women-oriented simulation game, "Bungo and Alchemist" (operated by C&R Company), has teamed up with Kitamura to offer a unique New Year's experience for fans. From October 29, 2025, users can visit Kitamura's special website to purchase original New Year's cards featuring beloved literary figures.
This partnership marks the first-ever collaboration between "Bungo and Alchemist" and Kitamura's New Year's card service. With the theme of receiving personalized New Year's greetings from your favorite literary giants, this initiative has caught the attention of many fans. The cards are not just a product; they provide a heartwarming experience as if the literary figures themselves are sending you heartfelt New Year's messages.
Details of the Original New Year's Cards
Fans can choose from twelve distinct designs representing famous authors. Each card will be delivered on January 1, 2026, providing recipients with an unforgettable start to the new year. Here are the specifics:
- - Selection of Characters: 12 variations to choose from, including iconic authors like Ryunosuke Akutagawa and Osamu Dazai.
- - Pricing: Each card is available for 880 yen (tax included).
- - Sales Period: From October 29, 2025, to December 20, 2025.
- - Delivery Timeline: Cards will be sent between January 1 and mid-January 2026.
You can find the sales page on Kitamura's special website
here.
Calendar to Commemorate the Collaboration
In addition to the New Year's cards, an exclusive "Bungo and Alchemist" calendar will be available for purchase starting November 5, 2025. This calendar will make a perfect companion for fans, allowing them to enjoy beautiful illustrations throughout the year, celebrating their favorite authors.
- - Types: 4 designs
- - Pricing: Each calendar is priced at 1,480 yen (tax included).
- - Sales Period: From November 5, 2025, until March 31, 2026.
- - Purchase Locations: Available at all Kitamura stores nationwide, adhering to the store's operating hours.
About Bungo and Alchemist
"Bungo and Alchemist" is a literary reincarnation simulation game available on DMM GAMES (PC browser, iOS, Android). Initially launched in November 2016, the game has amassed over 1.6 million registered users. As players assume the role of a special librarian, they team up with reimagined literary figures like Akutagawa and Dazai to protect the world of literature from various threats. The game is notably crafted to present the intricacies of relationships among historical literary figures in a captivating manner.
The game is not only engaging but has also expanded its universe into various media, including an anime adaptation aired on TV Tokyo, a hallmark of its popularity. To celebrate its 7th anniversary, exciting collaborations are continuing, offering fans immersive events and experiences that enhance their connection to literature.
C&R Company has undertaken the responsibility of developing these creative events, proving to be a pioneer in the creator agency business since its establishment in 1990. As it pushes forward, C&R Company focuses on elevating the value of creators' careers and skills through various initiatives in the creative fields.
For more details, you can visit the official game site
here, and stay updated through its social media accounts.