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Toy Story 5 is in theaters following its July 3, 2026 Japan opening and a record-breaking US debut, and its home release is set for December 23, 2026. The merchandise and licensing push around the film continues, with lotteries, game reissues, and retail events tied to the series.
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Toy Story 5 opened in Japan on July 3, 2026, after a US debut that earned about $160 million in its opening weekend. By the time of the Japan opening, worldwide box office had passed $585 million, exceeding the final totals of Toy Story and Toy Story 2. The Japanese dub cast includes Alice Hirose as the new character Lily Pad, and the film's release was accompanied by screenings in 11 formats (including IMAX, 4DX, and ScreenX) and a themed theater event at eight Japanese theaters from July 3 to 20.
Merchandise and licensing activity around the film has been extensive. A wave of licensed goods was announced ahead of the release, spanning toys, apparel, food, and jewelry. Pop-up stores and cafes opened in Tokyo and other cities. Lotteries from Bandai Spirits and FURYU offered character figures and other prizes. Fashion collaborations from ZOZOTOWN and GLOBAL WORK, and a line of laser-engraved VAIO laptops, tied into the film. The film also appeared in a Kingdom Hearts sticker giveaway at TOHO Cinemas.
Beyond the film, the series continues in games and collectibles. A physical Nintendo Switch double pack of Toy Story: Retro Roundup! and Toy Story 3 Complete Edition launched on October 15, 2026, and the Complete Edition also saw a multi-platform release. Toy Story 5 is scheduled for home video on December 23, 2026, with a 4K UHD + Blu-ray set priced at 7,590 yen and a DVD at 4,070 yen.
Key facts
- Japan theatrical release
- Toy Story 5 opened in Japan on July 3, 2026 ↗
- Opening weekend
- US opening weekend earned approximately $160 million ↗
- Worldwide box office
- Worldwide total surpassed $585 million, exceeding the final totals of Toy Story and Toy Story 2 ↗
- Japanese dub cast
- Alice Hirose voices the new character Lily Pad ↗
- Screening formats
- The film screens in 11 versions including IMAX, 4DX, and ScreenX ↗
- Home release
- Blu-ray + DVD, 4K UHD + Blu-ray, and DVD editions are set for December 23, 2026 ↗
- Home video pricing
- 4K UHD + Blu-ray set costs 7,590 yen; DVD costs 4,070 yen ↗
- Switch double pack
- Physical Switch double pack of Toy Story: Retro Roundup! and Toy Story 3 Complete Edition launched October 15, 2026 ↗
- Retro Roundup! contents
- Collects early Toy Story games across 11 home console and handheld versions with rewind and cheat features ↗
- PS5 review score
- PS5 version of Toy Story 3 Complete Edition holds a 76 Metascore from six reviews ↗
Timeline
- Oct 20, 2026 Toy Story 3 Complete Edition Lands 76 on PS5 as Critics Credit the Original
- Oct 15, 2026 Toy Story Double Pack Hits Switch With Two Game Collections
- Oct 15, 2026 Hot Toys Brings Stitch Party Pop-Up to SHIBUYA TSUTAYA
- Oct 6, 2026 Toy Story 5 Home Release Set For December 23, 2026
- Aug 29, 2026 Amazon Smile SALE Cuts Official T-Shirts Up To 30% Off
- Aug 18, 2026 FURYU Kuji MUNDO PIXAR Lottery Launches at Pixar World Exhibition
- Aug 12, 2026 GLOBAL WORK Launches Toy Story 5 Fashion Collection
- Aug 8, 2026 Toy Story 5 Screenings Give Away Kingdom Hearts Stickers
- Aug 7, 2026 Ichiban Kuji Toy Story Toys' Glorious Memories Set for Mid-December 2026
- Jul 17, 2026 Ichiban Kuji Toy Story Lottery Reveals Woody and Buzz Figures
- Jul 16, 2026 Toy Story Retro Roundup + Toy Story 3 Double Pack Launches October 15 on Switch
- Jul 16, 2026 Alice Hirose and Yuto Sano Recreate Toy Story 5 Character Poses
- Jul 15, 2026 Daiso Releases Toy Story Goods With Andy Logo Socks and Sundries
- Jul 14, 2026 Yuto Sano Smiles at Mellow Reaction to Smartie Pants Role
- Jul 9, 2026 VAIO Launches Toy Story 5 Laser-Engraved Laptops
- Jul 8, 2026 Toy Story 5 Cafe and Limited Items Launch at LUMINE EST Shinjuku
- Jul 6, 2026 Takara Tomy's Buzz Lightyear Tops Amazon Toy Best Seller Ranking
- Jul 6, 2026 Bandai Spirits Releases Toy Story Prize Figures That Spell Toy When Lined Up
- Jul 4, 2026 Zozotown Launches Lottery and Made-to-Order Sales for Toy Story Collection
- Jul 3, 2026 Sano Yuto Joins Toy Story 5 Parade at Tokyo Disneyland
- Jul 3, 2026 Toy Story 5 Opens in Japan With Record-Breaking Box Office
- Jul 3, 2026 Bandai Releases Toy Story Gashapon Funny Time Series in July
- Jul 3, 2026 M!LK Members Taishi Shiozaki and Yuito Yoshida Cameo in Toy Story 5
- Jul 2, 2026 M!LK's Sano Yuto Joins Toy Story 5 as Smarty Pants Voice Actor
- Jun 30, 2026 Sano Yuto Reveals Weekly Late-Night M!LK Meetings at Toy Story 5 Premiere
- Jun 28, 2026 Toy Story 5 Pop Up Store Opens at JR Shinagawa Station
- Jun 27, 2026 ZOZOTOWN Launches Toy Story Collection With Lottery T-Shirts
- Jun 20, 2026 Toy Story 5 Gets 11 Screening Formats and Themed Theater Event
- Jun 13, 2026 Toy Story 5 Merchandise Lineup Spans Figures, Fashion, Food, and Jewelry
- Jun 7, 2026 Toy Story 5 Oh My Cafe Opens July 3 Across Four Japanese Cities
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Facts
- Announced
- Woody figure as A Prize and Buzz figure as Last One Prize in Ichiban Kuji lottery · 2026-07-17
- Announced
- lottery launches September 30, 2026, at 880 yen per play · 2026-07-17
- Announced
- Ichiban Kuji lottery 'Toy Story: Toys' Glorious Memories' release in mid-December 2026 · 2026-08-07
- Announced
- A-prize ROUNDUP Figure depicting Woody, Jessie, and Bullseye · 2026-08-07
- Noted
- Toy Story 5-themed items and special menu items · 2026-06-06
- Noted
- Toy Story 5 Logo Character Collection and Sid Skull T-shirts are included in the sale. · 2026-08-29
- Noted
- Daiso released new Toy Story merchandise on July 14, 2026, including socks with an 'ANDY' logo designed to reflect the character's growth through the letter shapes, plus storage boxes, clocks, charm pouches, and cosmetic goods. · 2026-07-15
- Release
- game · July 16 · Japan · 2026-07-06
- Release
- movie · 2026-07-03 · Japan · 2026-07-04
- Release
- manga · third week of July 2026 · Japan · 2026-07-03
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Oct 15
Hot Toys Japan will hold "Stitch Party! by Hot Toys at SHIBUYA TSUTAYA" on the first floor of SHIBUYA TSUTAYA from October 20 to November 16, 2026, with free admission. The event centers on Stitch redesigned as characters from Toy Story, Mickey & Friends, and Marvel. Cosbi trading figures and plush keychains go on advance sale, and buyers spending 5,000 yen or more receive an original shopper bag while supplies last.
Aug 29
Amazon's "Smile SALE," running from August 29 to September 3, 2026, applies discounts to official graphic apparel sold on Amazon Merch on Demand. Eligible T-shirts are 10% off, with an additional 15% OFF coupon for a combined 25% discount, and a bulk purchase coupon that can raise the total to 30% off. Dengeki Hobby Web selected best-selling items from the sale's feature page, all of which sold over 100 units in the past month. Among the featured shirts are Marvel Studios' "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" designs, including the Delmar's Deli Logo, Vintage Paris Premiere Fan Event, Webs Between Buildings, and Big Logo versions, each priced at 2,160 yen. Disney and Pixar's "Toy Story 5" Logo Character Collection and Sid Skull designs are also included at the same price. Other picks span "Project Hail Mary," "Ghostbusters," "Fallout," The Rolling Stones, and Fender. All shirts are available in multiple colors and sizes, including men's, women's, and kids. A separate article will cover "Star Wars: The Mandalorian" T-shirts in a second edition.
Aug 18
FURYU has launched its latest no-loser lottery, FURYU Kuji MUNDO PIXAR, at the Pixar World Exhibition venue in Tokyo. Each 2,000 yen play guarantees one of 22 prizes, including 20 character mascots and two exclusive set prizes. The lottery is accessible via QR code and does not require an event ticket.
Aug 7
BANDAI SPIRITS has opened the official page for the Ichiban Kuji lottery "Toy Story: Toys' Glorious Memories," confirming a release in mid-December 2026. The page reveal also unveiled the A-prize ROUNDUP Figure, which depicts Woody, Jessie, and Bullseye together. Each draw costs 781 yen including tax. The lottery will be sold in stores, though BANDAI SPIRITS notes that availability may vary by location and that items are limited to stock on hand. The announcement comes from the Ichiban Kuji Club website, operated by BANDAI SPIRITS' Roto Innovation Division. The figure is based on the Toy Story franchise, and the product page lists Disney/Pixar as the copyright holder. No other prizes for the lottery have been detailed yet, and the full lineup remains unannounced. The release timing is subject to change, and the company advises customers not to contact stores directly for availability.
Jul 17
Bandai Spirits updated the Ichiban Kuji Club page for the Toy Story ~Playtime pals forever~ lottery. The A Prize is a Woody figure, and the Last One Prize is a Buzz figure. The remaining prizes from B to Q are not yet listed. The lottery launches September 30, 2026, at 880 yen per play.
Jul 15
Daiso released new Toy Story merchandise on July 14, 2026, including socks with an 'ANDY' logo designed to reflect the character's growth through the letter shapes, plus storage boxes, clocks, charm pouches, and cosmetic goods. Prices range from 110 to 770 yen.
Jul 9
VAIO has begun accepting orders for limited-edition Toy Story 5 laser-engraved laptops, released to coincide with the Japan premiere of the film. The special models are available on the VAIO F16 and VAIO F14 notebooks, sold through the VAIO Store. The laptops feature two laser-engraved top cover designs: "Buzz Lightyear and Alien," showing Buzz carrying an alien and aliens in a crane game; and "Best Friends," which includes Woody, Buzz, Jessie, and Bullseye. Buyers can choose from three body colors: navy blue, satin gold, and satin silver. The engraving is done by skilled technicians at VAIO's factory in Azumino, Nagano Prefecture. Each laptop ships with three original wallpapers and special Disney-logo packaging. The earliest delivery date is July 18, 2026. A campaign running until August 5, 2026 offers a 10,000 yen discount on the base price, and an additional 5,000 yen off for models with Intel Core 5 or Core 7 processors. The minimum price for the F16 is 181,500 yen, and for the F14 is 176,000 yen. Early buyers receive a free alien mascot called 'Hyotto' while supplies last.
Jul 6
Bandai Spirits will release four Toy Story prize items starting July 16. Three figures of Woody, Buzz, and Jessie from Toy Story 5 are each posed on alphabet blocks; together they spell TOY. A clock reproducing Woody's Roundup from Toy Story 2 is also offered.
Jul 4
ZOZOTOWN is holding lottery and made-to-order sales for its exclusive Toy Story collection, timed to the July 3 release of Toy Story 5. The lineup includes limited-edition T-shirts with character art, rough sketch designs, and a storage box. Lottery applications and orders are open until August 3.
Jul 3
Bandai will release the Gashapon "TOY STORY Funny Time!" from the third week of July. The series includes four types of figures-Woody, Buzz Lightyear, Lotso, and Forky-each about 5.7 cm tall with humorous expressions and poses. Each play costs 400 yen.
Jun 28
A limited-time pop-up store for Toy Story 5 will open inside the central ticket gate of JR Shinagawa Station from July 1 to July 16, 2026. The store sells new merchandise including acrylic keychains, mugs, and tote bags, with a free sticker for purchases over 2,000 yen.
Jun 27
ZOZOTOWN will release a ZOZOTOWN-exclusive "TOY STORY" COLLECTION starting June 29 at 12:00 JST, featuring T-shirts and a storage box tied to the upcoming film "Toy Story 5." The collection includes four types of lottery-sale T-shirts, each limited to 555 pieces, printed with art that gathers characters from the new film. Two of those shirts are the "Big Gathering T-Shirt" and the "Tech Trio Design T-Shirt," both priced at 5,555 yen. A "Storage Box" costs 2,420 yen. Separately, four made-to-order "Rough Sketch T-Shirts" depict Woody, Buzz Lightyear, Jessie, and character pairs with phrases evoking their personalities, priced at 5,720 yen each. A "Peek-a-Boo T-Shirt" is also available for 4,400 yen. The shirts use a hybrid heritage fabric meant to reproduce the rough texture of 1980s American T-shirts. The lottery application and order period runs until August 3 at 12:00 JST, with lottery results emailed around August 5. Shipping is scheduled from mid-September to mid-October 2026. A social media campaign will give away three "Storage Boxes" to winners who follow ZOZOTOWN's X account and repost a specific post. The collection commemorates the July 3 theatrical release of "Toy Story 5," the first film in the series in seven years.
Jun 13
Ahead of the July 3, 2026 release of Toy Story 5, a wave of licensed goods has been announced, including Takara Tomy talking figures, Belkin iPad cases, Kenko Tokina kids' cameras, Shimamura T-shirts, ASICS shoes, Kirin Icha tea with character labels, and K.UNO jewelry featuring Lotso and other characters.
Jun 6
Tokyo Disney Resort announced "Summer Cool Off at Tokyo Disney Resort" and "Fun Time with Toy Story 5" events running July 2 to September 14, 2026. New collaboration goods with Mrs. GREEN APPLE featuring Baymax, plus Toy Story 5-themed items and special menu items, will be available from July 1.