On January 24, 2026, a new collaboration project began featuring “Maltese,” a character that boasts immense popularity on the Japanese messaging app LINE. The partner for this project is “Oshicoco Oshikatsu Print Club,” a leader in Japan’s “Oshikatsu” (fandom support) culture. The charming worldview of “WAKU WAKU WANKO,” a pop-up store previously held at the famous Japanese variety store “Loft” which became a hot topic, has been condensed into “Konbini Print Exclusive Products” that are now available for purchase at convenience stores across Japan.
Bringing the Excitement of Loft’s First Event to the Whole of Japan
These convenience store print products are designed based on the visual art and worldview of the “WAKU WAKU WANKO” event, which was held for the first time in Japan at Loft. Limited-time events like pop-up stores are often restricted to major cities, or fans may be unable to visit due to scheduling conflicts. This project is great news not only for fans who actually visited the venue but also for those who couldn’t make it. It allows fans to print out and own a piece of the space filled with the adorable charm of Maltese at their local convenience store. Japanese convenience stores (Konbini) are highly functional and serve a role far beyond that of a simple retail shop.
5 Designs Catering to ‘Oshikatsu’ and Collections
There are a total of 5 designs available for sale this time. Purchasers can choose their favorite design to print. These are not merely bromides (photo cards).
Because this is a collaboration with “Oshicoco Oshikatsu Print Club,” these items are created with a strong emphasis on being used as “Oshikatsu” items. “Oshikatsu” refers to the activity of passionately supporting one’s favorite character or idol, and wearing or collecting their goods. For example, they are designed to be placed inside the back of a clear smartphone case or carried in a planner, allowing fans to spend their daily lives with Maltese. The concept of “Watch, Collect, Keep” will fulfill the joy of owning physical goods that cannot be experienced through a digital screen alone.
Selectable Paper Types: Photo and Sticker
The multi-copy machines installed in Japanese convenience stores are excellent. For this print run, in addition to standard “Photo Paper,” users can also select “Sticker Paper.” This is a major feature of this product. If you want to keep it safe in an album, choose the photo paper. On the other hand, if you want to enjoy decorating your laptop, tablet, or stationery, choosing the sticker paper is recommended. The ability to choose the paper type according to the intended use is a functionality unique to Japanese convenience stores that caters to the user’s enjoyment.
Simple Purchase: Just Get a QR Code from the Dedicated Site
The purchase process is very simple, and no complicated procedures such as a Japanese phone number or membership registration are required. First, access the dedicated website and select the design you want.
https://entame.e-printservice.net/content_detail/maltese_jp
When you choose a design on the site, a print reservation number and a QR code will be issued. Save that screen (e.g., take a screenshot) and head to a nearby convenience store. Select “QR Code” on the menu screen of the multi-copy machine at the store and scan your smartphone screen. After that, simply insert the required amount in coins, and printing will start immediately on the spot. You can easily obtain one while shopping or taking a break from sightseeing.
Accessibility: Available at About 30,000 Stores Nationwide
The stores where this service is available cover major convenience store chains such as 7-Eleven, FamilyMart, Lawson, Ministop, and Daily Yamazaki. Furthermore, Seicomart, a local chain operating mainly in Hokkaido, is also included, bringing the total number of eligible stores to approximately 30,000 across Japan. Since Japanese convenience stores are located everywhere in towns, you should be able to find one easily near your hotel or in front of a station while traveling. However, please note that some stores may not support the service or may not have the specific “Sticker Paper” printing function.
Sales Period and Price
The sales period is approximately one month, from Saturday, January 24, 2026, to Saturday, February 28, 2026. The price is 400 yen (tax included) per sheet for L-size (standard photo size). This is set at about 2.70 USD, making it very affordable as a collection item that is easy to gather. Since you can print as many times as you like during the period, it is common to enjoy printing multiple copies: one for preservation and one for everyday use (such as putting it in a smartphone case).
This “Maltese” Konbini Print is not just a sale of character goods. It is a new attempt to make the special “experience” of a pop-up store sharable anywhere in Japan. Especially if you choose the sticker paper, you can instantly customize your belongings into “Maltese specs.” The sales period lasts until the end of February. Why not print out a healing picture when you visit Japan or stop by a convenience store in your daily life?
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