Gridman Universe Harajuku Culture Popup Returns in May
The popup's quick revival within six months shows sustained demand for Gridman Universe merchandise focused on character fashion rather than mecha action.
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ACG will revive the 'Gridman Universe Harajuku Culture POPUP' at TSUTAYA BOOKSTORE Shibuya Sakura Stage from May 22 to June 7. Newly drawn illustrations feature Rikka Takarada, Yume Minami, and Akane Shinjo in Harajuku-themed outfits. Goods include acrylic stands, clear files, and B2 tapestries, with an AR-equipped illustration card bonus for purchases over 3,000 yen.
The 'Gridman Universe Harajuku Culture POPUP' first ran around December 2025 and is returning in under six months. ACG announced the revival on May 19, with the event running from May 22 to June 7 at TSUTAYA BOOKSTORE Shibuya Sakura Stage. The popup centers on newly drawn illustrations of three heroines-Rikka Takarada, Yume Minami, and Akane Shinjo-each styled after a different Harajuku subculture: 'girl crush', 'KAWAII', and 'Gothic & Lolita' respectively. The merchandise lineup includes big acrylic stands, clear files, and B2 tapestries. A purchase bonus offers an AR-equipped illustration card for every 3,000 yen spent. The event follows a pattern of Gridman Universe popups that prioritize character fashion over the series' kaiju and mecha elements, a direction that has proven commercially viable since the 2023 film's release.
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