On March 16, 2023, the newly renovated animate Ikebukuro Flagship Store, known for its anime, manga, and game merchandise, will be holding its grand opening in Ikebukuro, Tokyo, Japan. animate is an anime merchandise specialty store with 122 stores in Japan and 11 stores overseas (Shanghai, Bangkok, Seoul, Taipei, and other major cities).
In addition to offering popular anime character merchandise, manga, CDs, DVDs/Blu-rays, and games, there will be a newly opened “animate Theater” for visitors to experience the world of anime and comics through events, stage performances, live script readings, and talk shows; as well as “Space Galleria”, where anime and game content will be exhibited, and exclusive items sold. The new store will offer anime merchandise and events from the second underground floor all the way up to the ninth floor for visitors to enjoy.
New area information
animate Theater
animate Theater is a new multi-purpose theater located in the basement of the animate Ikebukuro Flagship Store. It features a maximum seating capacity of 208 and will host various shows such as stage performances, talk shows, and live script readings.
Space Galleria
Space Galleria, a new venue dedicated to hosting exhibitions, has been added to the eighth floor of the animate Ikebukuro Flagship Store. This will be a space to showcase content from various genres such as anime, manga, and more.
animate cafe Gratte Ikebukuro Flagship Store
Visitors can enjoy a graphic latte (Gratte) with anime artwork printed on the cream topping and icing cookies.
*Entry to certain areas requires a ticket purchase.
