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Celebrate Animate Ikebukuro's 3rd Anniversary!

Animate Ikebukuro, the flagship store of the popular chain specializing in anime, comics, and games, is gearing up for a grand celebration to mark its third anniversary since its major renovation and reopening on March 16, 2023. This milestone event, dubbed the "Animate Ikebukuro 3rd Anniversary Sakura Festival," will feature various exciting activities that fans won't want to miss.

Exciting Guest Appearance

One of the highlights of the Sakura Festival is a special signing event with Kizuna Natsuki, the illustrious author of the widely acclaimed BL comic, "Given." This event is set to take place on March 14, 2026, coinciding with the release of the second illustration collection for "Given." Kizuna Natsuki, known for her enchanting artwork and compelling storytelling, will be present at the Animate Hall WHITE located on the 9th floor of Animate Ikebukuro South Building.

Event Details

The details of the signing event are as follows:

• - Date: March 14, 2026
• - Location: Animate Hall WHITE (9th floor of Animate Ikebukuro South Building)
• - Featured Guest: Kizuna Natsuki

How to Enter

To participate in this thrilling event, fans must follow a specific application process. From December 10 to December 28, 2025, customers can reserve two copies of the required items in advance, paying full price to receive a unique application serial number. This serial number allows fans to register on the designated event application page within the "CLUB animate" platform.

Targeted Products

For this event, interested participants can choose from:

• - Given Illustration Collection priced at ¥25,390 (including tax), set to release around March 6, 2026.
• - Given Illustration Collection Monochrome SIDE priced at ¥2,970 (including tax).

Participating Stores

Application serial numbers will be available at all Animate locations and through Animate's online store.

Important Dates

• - Application Period: December 10, 2025 – December 28, 2025
• - Winner Notification: Mid-January 2026 (Please note that this date is subject to change)

Final Notes

Due to various circumstances, details may change, including the possibility of postponement or cancellation. We appreciate your understanding in advance.

As we approach the 3rd anniversary, we have even more exciting information planned to be unveiled, promising a celebration filled with adventure, creativity, and a true homage to the anime culture.

Join us for this unforgettable experience and be part of the celebrations at Animate Ikebukuro. Make sure to mark your calendars and keep an eye out for more updates leading to this splendid event!

For further details, visit the official Animate Ikebukuro anniversary page.

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