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Japanese School Culture Theme! “Ichiban Kuji Kawaisouni! ~Enjoy★School Life!~” Debuts March 21, 2026

Characters drawn by the popular Japanese creator “Kawaisouni!” will appear in a new “Ichiban Kuji” themed around Japanese school life. “Ichiban Kuji” is a “no-lose” character lottery (Japanese no-lose lottery) that can be purchased at convenience stores (Konbini) across Japan.

In this collection, popular characters like “Opanchu Usagi” and “Npouchamu” are featured in adorable school uniforms. Many unique and nostalgic items reflecting Japanese student culture have been prepared.

Main visual for Ichiban Kuji Kawaisouni School Life

Release Schedule and Retailers

The “Ichiban Kuji Kawaisouni! ~Enjoy★School Life!~” will be available at physical stores across Japan and online.

  • In-Store Release Date: Starting sequentially from Saturday, March 21, 2026
  • Online Sales Start: From Friday, April 10, 2026, at 17:00 (Moved forward from the original schedule)
  • Price: 750 yen per play (tax included) (approx. $5.00)
  • Major Retailers: Lawson (a major Japanese convenience store chain) nationwide, Ichiban Kuji official shops, Ichiban Kuji ONLINE, etc.

Note: Availability and release timing may vary by store.

Prize A: Customizable School Locker Accessory Case

An accessory case designed to look like the steel lockers found in Japanese school hallways.

Prize A: School Locker Accessory Case with stickers
  • Total: 1 type
  • Size: Main body approx. 24cm (approx. 9.4 inches), Stickers approx. 20cm (approx. 7.9 inches)

Standing at an impressive 24cm (approx. 9.4 inches), it features internal hooks for hanging small items. You can use the included glittery stickers to decorate it to your liking.

Prize B: Reel-Attached! Moving Plush Mascots

Plush mascots of the characters dressed in school uniforms.

Prize B: Retractable plush mascots in uniforms
  • Total: 3 types (Closed package, character cannot be chosen)
  • Size: Approx. 9.5cm (approx. 3.7 inches)

These mascots feature a retractable reel. Each character has a unique gimmick: Opanchu Usagi has a “Ribbon,” Npouchamu has a “Lunch Box,” and Kimimaro has a “Soccer Ball” that can be pulled out.

Prize C: Cute Doodle Design! School Bag Style Pouch

A pouch that recreates the “School Bag” used by Japanese students for commuting.

Prize C: School bag style pouch with doodle design
  • Total: 1 type
  • Size: Approx. 18cm (approx. 7.1 inches)

The surface of the bag features a “doodle” design, looking as if the characters drew on it freely. It is a perfect size for a pencil case or cosmetic pouch, and you can attach your favorite keychains to the hook.

Prize D: Japanese Student Essentials Set

A lineup of practical items useful for commuting or outings.

Prize D: Student handbook pass case and scrunchies
  • Total: 3 types (Choose your favorite)
  • Size: Pass case approx. 10cm (approx. 3.9 inches), Scrunchie approx. 12cm (approx. 4.7 inches)

This set includes a “Student Handbook Style Pass Case” modeled after Japanese student IDs, and scrunchies (Chouchous) with flashy, cute charms reminiscent of Japanese “Gyaru culture.”

Prize E: Color Your School Life! Unique Glass Collection

Glasses inspired by Japanese school lunches and science experiments.

Prize E: Milk bottle and beaker style glassware
  • Total: 4 types (Choose your favorite)
  • Size: Milk bottle type approx. 14cm (approx. 5.5 inches), Beaker type approx. 8cm (approx. 3.1 inches), Glass type approx. 8.5cm (approx. 3.3 inches)

Choose from the milk bottle type familiar from Japanese school lunches (Kyushoku), a beaker type used in science class, or retro-designed glasses. These items make everyday drinks more fun.

Prize F: Heisei Retro Fabric Collection

A set featuring drawstring bags (Kinchaku) and towels.

Prize F: Heisei retro drawstring bags and towels
  • Total: 5 types (Choose your favorite)
  • Size: Towel approx. 25cm (approx. 9.8 inches), Kinchaku approx. 18cm (approx. 7.1 inches)

The collection includes drawstring bags inspired by Japanese shop bags from the 1990s to 2000s (the Heisei era), as well as towels featuring designs of test papers, blackboards, and “GAL” (Gyaru) themes. The towels are made of 100% absorbent cotton.

Prize G: Grooming Style Collection

A set of hair clips and charms perfect for studying or doing makeup.

Prize G: Character hair clips and rubber charms
  • Total: 6 types (Choose your favorite)
  • Size: Charm approx. 5.5cm (approx. 2.2 inches), Hair clip approx. 11cm (approx. 4.3 inches)

Features bangs clips that make it look like characters are perched on your hair, and colorful rubber charms easy to attach to bags.

Prize H: Profile Book Design Youth Stationery

A collection of stationery essential for Japanese school life.

Prize H: Profile book memos and school stationery
  • Total: 6 types (Choose your favorite)
  • Size: Notebook A4, Memo A6, Clear File A4, Sticker approx. 6cm (approx. 2.4 inches)

The lineup includes notebooks for writing school schedules and nostalgic “Profile Book” style memos used by students to exchange info with friends. These feature exclusive Ichiban Kuji original illustrations.

Last One Prize: Memory Album Style Cushion

A special “Last One Prize” awarded to the person who draws the very last ticket in the box.

Last One Prize: Graduation album shaped cushion
  • Size: Approx. 30cm (approx. 11.8 inches)

A book-shaped cushion modeled after a Japanese graduation album. It can actually be opened, revealing exclusive art inside depicting the characters’ happy school lives.

Double Chance Campaign: Another Chance to Win the Locker

A campaign you can enter using the stub (the remaining part of the ticket) after drawing your kuji.

Double Chance Campaign visual
  • Number of Winners: 30
  • Prize: School Locker Accessory Case (Same as Prize A)
  • Campaign Period: Release date until the end of June 2026

While the number of winners is limited, everyone has a chance. If you purchase a ticket in Japan, be sure to try it out!

Enjoy the vibrant Japanese school culture together with “Opanchu Usagi,” “Npouchamu,” and friends!

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