DAITO × KYORAKU First-Ever Tag Team Across Manufacturer Boundaries!
Daito Giken and Kyoraku Sangyo have joined forces for the first time to launch the 'Smapachi & Smaslo 2026 SAO YEAR' joint promotion project, coinciding with the introduction of new 'Sword Art Online' (SAO) series machines in 2026.
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Daito Giken Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; President: Mitsutoshi Kihara) and Kyoraku Sangyo Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Nagoya, Aichi; Representative Director: Yoshinori Enomoto) will launch the 'Smapachi & Smaslo 2026 SAO YEAR' joint promotion project to revitalize both pachinko and slot machines, triggered by the introduction of new models in the 'Sword Art Online' and 'Sword Art Online Alternative Gun Gale Online' (SAO series).
■ This Year, Halls Will Link to 'SAO'
In 2026, manufacturers Daito Giken and Kyoraku Sangyo will join hands under the slogan 'Smapachi & Smaslo 2026 SAO YEAR' to maximize the appeal of the 'SAO series' throughout the year. Through this collaboration across manufacturer boundaries, we aim to provide a powerful impact not only to existing fans but also to new player segments.
Planned measures include hall decorations usable by both companies (for 4 models), SNS collaborations, special campaigns, and other collaborations in various events and promotions. Details will be announced as they are decided, so please stay tuned.
(*Note: Some promotions are subject to change.)
Copyright Notice: Please include the following copyright notices when using image materials.
©2017 Reki Kawahara/KADOKAWA ASCII Media Works/SAO-A Project
©2023 Keiichi Sigsawa/KADOKAWA/GGO2 Project
©DAITO GIKEN, INC. ©KYORAKU
■ This Year, Halls Will Link to 'SAO'
In 2026, manufacturers Daito Giken and Kyoraku Sangyo will join hands under the slogan 'Smapachi & Smaslo 2026 SAO YEAR' to maximize the appeal of the 'SAO series' throughout the year. Through this collaboration across manufacturer boundaries, we aim to provide a powerful impact not only to existing fans but also to new player segments.
Planned measures include hall decorations usable by both companies (for 4 models), SNS collaborations, special campaigns, and other collaborations in various events and promotions. Details will be announced as they are decided, so please stay tuned.
(*Note: Some promotions are subject to change.)
Copyright Notice: Please include the following copyright notices when using image materials.
©2017 Reki Kawahara/KADOKAWA ASCII Media Works/SAO-A Project
©2023 Keiichi Sigsawa/KADOKAWA/GGO2 Project
©DAITO GIKEN, INC. ©KYORAKU