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New Character 'Usotantei Tomanto' Joins Kids Club

A delightful new character, 'Usotantei Tomanto', inspired by vegetables and fruits, has been appointed as the official mascot of the Mitsui Shopping Park Kids Club, a partnership between SAN-X and Fanworks. SAN-X, headquartered in Chiyoda, Tokyo, announced this exciting collaboration with Fanworks, which is also based in Tokyo and led by CEO Akira Takayama.

'Usotantei Tomanto' is set to gain popularity in a new genre combining cuteness and mystery through a short anime series scheduled to air on TRAIN TV® starting October 6, 2025. This charming character will appear at various events held by the Kids Club, making the already thrilling offerings even more engaging for young members.

An exciting event is planned for October 11, 2025, at Mitsui Shopping Park Lalaport Yokohama, where Tomanto will make his debut as a greeting character. Attendees can expect to interact with this whimsical new figure.

What is 'Usotantei Tomanto'?

'Usotantei Tomanto' brings a world filled with unique characters inspired by vegetables and fruits. The story revolves around an accidental detective who takes on the name 'Tomanto' after the legendary detective Tomaturu mysteriously disappears. While Tomanto can be quite anxious, he surprises everyone with his clever deductions when the time comes to solve a case, exclaiming 'Rikopīn!' and uncovering the truth! You might notice that the diverse characters of Veggie Town and Fruity City have distinct traits reminiscent of familiar faces!

You can learn more about Usotantei Tomanto through the official website and follow updates on platforms like X.

Event Details

A special greeting and touch session event featuring 'Usotantei Tomanto' will take place at Lalaport Yokohama. Don't miss the chance to meet this character up close!

Event Schedule:

• - Date: October 11, 2025
• - Times: 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM
• - Venue: Lalaport Yokohama, Central Garden KiLaLa
• - Admission: Free! Priority seating tickets will be distributed starting at 10 AM.

Special Decorations

In addition to the event, Lalaport Yokohama will showcase unique decorations featuring Usotantei Tomanto as part of a larger engagement plan that will run from October 11, 2025, onward (end date TBD).

Tour Schedule

Following the initial event, Tomanto is set to embark on a tour across various Mitsui Shopping Parks for greeting sessions!

• - November 8: Lalab Terrace Kawaguchi
• - December 27: Lalaport Kashiwanoha
• - January 18: Lalaport Fujimi
• - February 11: Lalaport Tachikawa Tachihi

Each event will have time and venue details updated on individual facility websites.

'Usotantei Tomanto' on TRAIN TV®

From October 6, 2025, catch 'Usotantei Tomanto' in a weekly series covering 26 episodes, airing every Monday on TRAIN TV®. This show promises to reveal the shocking truths behind vegetables and fruits with moments of hilarity.

For those looking to catch a preview, the promotional video for the upcoming series is available online.

About Mitsui Shopping Park Kids Club

Mitsui Shopping Park Kids Club is a membership community catering to children from prenatal status to elementary school age, providing a variety of benefits and exclusive events. Membership is open to guardians holding specific Mitsui Shopping Park cards.

Stay tuned for all the exciting adventures that Usotantei Tomanto will bring to the kids and families visiting the Mitsui Shopping Parks. The enchanting world of 'Usotantei Tomanto' is just beginning, and fans can expect much more to come!