Starting February 19, 2026, limited-edition prints of the popular character “Mainichi Mee-chan” went on sale at major convenience stores across Japan. This project is a collaboration with the “Oshicoco Oshi-katsu Print Club,” operated by “Oshicoco,” a brand at the forefront of Japan’s “Oshi-katsu” culture (the culture of enthusiastically supporting one’s favorite characters or idols).
The concept for these items is “items the character actually uses in their daily life.” Fans enjoy cutting out the printed sheets to tuck into their smartphone cases or paste into their planners. This reflects a major trend in Japan: finding ways to keep your favorite character with you at all times.
Who is “Mainichi Mee-chan,” the Character with Massive SNS Support?
“Mainichi Mee-chan” is a character that boasts explosive popularity across SNS platforms like TikTok, X (formerly Twitter), and Instagram. The character is especially supported by fans in their teens and 20s.
Mee-chan is characterized by a relatable cuteness and a slightly surreal, adorable worldview. While previously existing primarily in the digital world, these convenience store prints allow fans to finally hold Mee-chan’s art in their hands as physical items.
Product Lineup: Two Designs Pursuing Realism
This collaboration features two realistic designs created to delight fans. Both are printed on “L-size” photo paper (89mm × 127mm / 3.5 inches × 5 inches), which is the standard photo size in Japan.
1. Mee-chan’s ID Photo
A design that looks just like a photo taken in an “ID photo booth” found on the streets of Japan.
- Price: 400 JPY (approx. $2.67 USD)
- Specs: L-size photo paper, 1 design available (selectable)
Keeping a character’s ID photo in the back of your smartphone case is a staple style in current Japanese “Oshi-katsu.”
2. Mee-chan’s Employee ID Card
A playful design based on the idea of “what if Mee-chan worked as an office employee?”
- Price: 400 JPY (approx. $2.67 USD)
- Specs: L-size photo paper, 1 design available (selectable)
The design is of such high quality that it looks like a real identification card. If placed in a card holder, you can enjoy the feeling of working in the same workplace as the character.
Sales Period and How to Purchase
These limited-edition prints can be purchased from “Multi-function printers” installed in convenience stores throughout Japan.
- Sales Period: From Thursday, February 19, 2026, to Tuesday, March 31, 2026
- Participating Stores: 7-Eleven, FamilyMart, Lawson, MiniStop
- How to Buy:
- Select the “e-print service” (eプリントサービス) menu on the convenience store’s multi-function printer.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to select the product and insert cash.
- A full-color photo will be printed on the spot.
A major advantage of Japanese convenience store prints is that they can be purchased 24 hours a day without a reservation.
Summary
This is a precious chance to obtain “Mainichi Mee-chan,” who started as a digital presence, as a real-life item. As these are only available until March 31, 2026, those currently staying in Japan should definitely head to their nearest convenience store.
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