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Celebrate Carderia's First Anniversary with Lucky Bags!

The Carderia Ikebukuro store, operated by Axel Mark Inc. in Nakano, Tokyo, is gearing up for a special celebration of its first anniversary. On March 20, 2026, the store will host a limited stock general sale of its highly anticipated lucky bags after an impressive pre-sale lottery resulted in 987 applicants and a staggering total of 1,735 entries. The initial draw demonstrated enthusiastic interest with ten times more entries than available slots, prompting the decision to offer a general sale for everyone eager to participate.

This year's lucky bags are a treasure trove for trading card enthusiasts, featuring products from popular titles such as Pokémon Cards, ONE PIECE Card Game, and the new Union Arena. With a staggering total value of up to ¥420,000, these bags promise to deliver delightful surprises and rare finds.

In addition to the anniversary lucky bags, Carderia will introduce new offerings from Union Arena on the same day. The new bags include special sets featuring the popular "Idol Master" series, categorized as follows:

• - Idol Master Set priced at ¥135,000
• - Gakumas Set themed around school idols, available for ¥30,000
• - Variety Set combining multiple titles for ¥30,000

By expanding the selection available alongside the existing bags, Carderia aims to offer visitors a wider array of choices tailored to all tastes and preferences. The store has created a vibrant community atmosphere through various activities and events to commemorate its first year, showcasing the appeal of trading card culture for both players and collectors.

Sales Information

• - Start Date: March 20, 2026, at 11:00 AM
• - Location: Carderia Ikebukuro Store
• - Titles Available:

- Pokémon Card Game
- ONE PIECE Card Game
- Union Arena

Important Notes:

• - Depending on foot traffic, entry tickets may be distributed starting at 10:00 AM.
• - Purchases can only be made in cash.
• - Customers can buy only one Pokémon bag per person, regardless of its price, and purchases by preschool-age children are not permitted.
• - It is possible to buy bags from Pokémon, ONE PIECE, and Union Arena simultaneously.
• - Carderia membership ID must be presented at the time of purchase.
• - For details, check Carderia's official X account: @carderia_ikb

Store Overview

• - Store Name: Carderia Ikebukuro
• - Location: 2F Taiyo Building, 1-19-10 Higashi Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo
• - Access: 5-minute walk from Ikebukuro Station East Exit
• - Check official X for operating hours.
• - Official X Account: Carderia Ikebukuro @carderia_ikb
• - Official TikTok Account: Carderia on TikTok

What is Carderia?

Opening on March 12, 2025, Carderia Ikebukuro is a specialized trading card store that combines the cozy atmosphere of a cafeteria with an extensive card game environment, marked by a warm, wood-tone interior and spacious display cases. Designed to offer both comfort during product selection and an ample playing space, it aims to provide a unique experience for core fans and newcomers alike. The company strives to foster a new card community with its concept of Card Community Café*, dedicated to making trading cards easier and more enjoyable for everyone.