Hoppe-chan Celebrates 15 Years with Nationwide GiGO Collaboration Event

Hoppe-chan's 15th Anniversary Celebration with GiGO

The renowned character Hoppe-chan, a symbol of youth and creativity for the Z and millennial generations, is celebrating its 15th anniversary with a fantastic collaboration with GiGO. This event will unfold from December 27, 2025, to January 18, 2026, across all GiGO locations and online crane gaming platforms.

Overview of the Collaboration

This exciting partnership between Sanhoseki, led by CEO Shinya Suzuki, and GENDA GiGO Entertainment, under President Kazuhiro Ninomiya, promises a delightful array of activities tailored for nostalgia and celebration. The collaboration includes acting upon various sensory experiences such as hands-on workshops, exclusive prizes, and special campaigns across social media.

Key Highlights of the Event:
1. Exclusive Prizes: Collectible prizes will launch in the GiGO stores, including unique designs like the “Unicorn Hoppe-chan” and a “Sparkling Drink Color Hoppe-chan” strap, each available in seven different styles. These exclusive prizes will be available starting December 27, 2025, but are limited in stock and will only be available until supplies run out.

2. Social Media Campaign: Participants in the promotional activities on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram stand a chance to win a complete set of December limited edition prizes (13 unique items). Users can enter by following GiGO's official accounts and engaging with specific posts from December 24, 2025, to January 7, 2026.

3. Special Decorated Crane Machines: To celebrate this collaboration, GiGO is introducing uniquely decorated crane machines featuring the beloved Hoppe-chan. These machines are set to launch alongside the exclusive prizes starting December 27, 2025, at select GiGO locations.

4. POP-UP SHOP: A dedicated Hoppe-chan pop-up shop will open in Ikebukuro, offering exclusive merchandise and an engaging purchasing bonus. Customers can earn limited-edition postcards with every ¥2,000 spent on related products between December 27, 2025, and January 18, 2026.

Workshop Experiences

In addition to the exciting events, participants will be able to join workshops that let them create their own Neon Hoppe-chan figures. Scheduled from December 27-28, 2025, and January 3, 4, 10, 11, 12 (national holiday), 17, and 18, those interested can join in for a fee of ¥2,500 per person.

Conclusion

Excitement is already brewing for the first installment of this extraordinary collaboration, and fans are encouraged to keep an eye out for more updates. The event promises to deliver not only exclusive collectible items but also a nostalgic experience that resonates with longtime fans of Hoppe-chan.

This unique celebration is sure to gather attention and bring joy to both old and new fans of Hoppe-chan. Stay tuned for more details and start counting down to the fantastic celebration!

For more information, visit the official promotion pages and get ready to enjoy a memorable experience with Hoppe-chan!