This Year's GariGari-kun: Eat Before It Gets Hot!? Pre-cooling with GariGari-kun! ~First Phase of Promotion: Event Venue Sampling~
Akagi Nyugyo is launching a 'Pre-cooling with GariGari-kun!' promotion starting in May 2026, focusing on 'pre-cooling' as a countermeasure against summer heat. They will offer free samples of GariGari-kun Soda at event venues, proposing a new way to enjoy cooling down before the heat sets in.
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Akagi Nyugyo Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Fukaya City, Saitama; President: Sota Inoue) will launch the “Pre-cooling with GariGari-kun!” promotion in May 2026. In recent years, summer heat has become increasingly severe due to rising temperatures. Therefore, we are focusing on “pre-cooling,” a trending method of cooling the body before it gets hot. This summer, we will promote a new way to enjoy GariGari-kun: “eat before it gets hot.” The first phase will be “Cooling with GariGari-kun before events! Sampling to prepare for the heat.” Various other initiatives are also planned.
What is “pre-cooling,” which is currently attracting attention!?
Last summer was dubbed an “abnormal weather year,” with record-high temperatures and over 100,000 people transported due to heatstroke. In this situation, the concept of “pre-cooling” has gained new attention as a means to cope with the heat. “Pre-cooling” is an approach to gradually slow down the rise in body temperature during activity by lowering the body temperature beforehand.
Pre-cooling with GariGari-kun!
GariGari-kun is a product that uses “pure ice,” frozen slowly over time without impurities, allowing consumers to enjoy a crunchy texture and refreshing aftertaste. Furthermore, at 97 yen (tax included) per piece, it’s an easy and fun way to cool down. Therefore, this year, to help everyone enjoy getting through the summer, we will promote “GariGari-kun for body cooling before activities.” In addition, to let people experience the cooling effect, we will conduct “Cooling with GariGari-kun before events! Sampling to prepare for the heat.” This summer, let’s have fun cooling down with GariGari-kun before it gets hot!
To convey Akagi Nyugyo’s corporate message, “Let’s play,” to customers, we will continue to propose new ice creams that can be enjoyed more easily.
Overview of “Cooling with GariGari-kun before events! Sampling to prepare for the heat”
This project aims to promote GariGari-kun as a new pre-cooling method for summer heat countermeasures, and GariGari-kun Soda will be distributed free of charge in various locations. Cool down with GariGari-kun before your event and enjoy yourself to the fullest!
“7th The Kannen Grand Prix 2026 in Tokyo”
This is the largest festival for dried noodles, where traditional Japanese dried noodles (udon, soba, somen, ramen) from various regions gather to decide the best in Japan! It’s a luxurious event where you can taste dried noodles from all over the country and various arranged menus.
Distributed product: GariGari-kun Soda
Estimated distribution quantity: 6,000 bottles
Date/Time: May 16 (Sat) and May 17 (Sun), 2026
Hours: 10:00 - 18:00 (Ice cream distribution ends when the planned quantity runs out)
Venue details: Komazawa Olympic Park Central Plaza
1-1 Komazawa Park, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo 154-0013
“GariGari-kun Festa 2026”
This year marks the third time this event will be held, featuring groups and teams performing and singing the familiar “GariGari-kun Song” from commercials on stage. GariGari-kun Soda will also be sampled at the venue! Let’s all enjoy the “GariGari-kun Song” together, eat ice cream, and create fun memories. We look forward to your visit!
Aichi Venue
Distributed product: GariGari-kun Soda
Estimated distribution quantity: 5,000 bottles
Date/Time: May 17 (Sun), 2026
Hours: 10:00 - 17:00 (Ice cream distribution ends when the planned quantity runs out)
Venue details: Mitsui Shopping Park LaLaport Anjo
9-30 Daito-cho, Anjo City, Aichi 446-8530
Kanagawa Venue
Distributed product: GariGari-kun Soda
Estimated distribution quantity: 10,000 bottles
Date/Time: May 23 (Sat), 2026
Hours: 10:00 - 17:00 (Ice cream distribution ends when the planned quantity runs out)
Venue details: Mitsui Shopping Park Lazona Kawasaki Plaza
72-1 Horikawa-cho, Saiwai-ku, Kawasaki City, Kanagawa 212-8576
Osaka Venue
Distributed product: GariGari-kun Soda
Estimated distribution quantity: 8,000 bottles
Date/Time: May 24 (Sun), 2026
Hours: 10:00 - 17:00 (Ice cream distribution ends when the planned quantity runs out)
Venue details: Mitsui Shopping Park LaLaport EXPOCITY
2-1 Senribanpakukoen, Suita City, Osaka 568-0826
“BOOST Running Festa”
This is a team relay marathon event. Participants can run any distance, order, or number of times freely, aiming to reach the goal within the time limit by passing a sash with friends and family. Both advanced runners and beginners can enjoy it together, making it a guaranteed summer memory!
Todoroki Stadium Venue
Distributed product: GariGari-kun Soda
Estimated distribution quantity: 2,000 bottles
Date/Time: May 30 (Sat), 2026
Hours: 7:00 - 13:00 (Ice cream distribution ends when the planned quantity runs out)
Venue details: Uv
What is “pre-cooling,” which is currently attracting attention!?
Last summer was dubbed an “abnormal weather year,” with record-high temperatures and over 100,000 people transported due to heatstroke. In this situation, the concept of “pre-cooling” has gained new attention as a means to cope with the heat. “Pre-cooling” is an approach to gradually slow down the rise in body temperature during activity by lowering the body temperature beforehand.
Pre-cooling with GariGari-kun!
GariGari-kun is a product that uses “pure ice,” frozen slowly over time without impurities, allowing consumers to enjoy a crunchy texture and refreshing aftertaste. Furthermore, at 97 yen (tax included) per piece, it’s an easy and fun way to cool down. Therefore, this year, to help everyone enjoy getting through the summer, we will promote “GariGari-kun for body cooling before activities.” In addition, to let people experience the cooling effect, we will conduct “Cooling with GariGari-kun before events! Sampling to prepare for the heat.” This summer, let’s have fun cooling down with GariGari-kun before it gets hot!
To convey Akagi Nyugyo’s corporate message, “Let’s play,” to customers, we will continue to propose new ice creams that can be enjoyed more easily.
Overview of “Cooling with GariGari-kun before events! Sampling to prepare for the heat”
This project aims to promote GariGari-kun as a new pre-cooling method for summer heat countermeasures, and GariGari-kun Soda will be distributed free of charge in various locations. Cool down with GariGari-kun before your event and enjoy yourself to the fullest!
“7th The Kannen Grand Prix 2026 in Tokyo”
This is the largest festival for dried noodles, where traditional Japanese dried noodles (udon, soba, somen, ramen) from various regions gather to decide the best in Japan! It’s a luxurious event where you can taste dried noodles from all over the country and various arranged menus.
Distributed product: GariGari-kun Soda
Estimated distribution quantity: 6,000 bottles
Date/Time: May 16 (Sat) and May 17 (Sun), 2026
Hours: 10:00 - 18:00 (Ice cream distribution ends when the planned quantity runs out)
Venue details: Komazawa Olympic Park Central Plaza
1-1 Komazawa Park, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo 154-0013
“GariGari-kun Festa 2026”
This year marks the third time this event will be held, featuring groups and teams performing and singing the familiar “GariGari-kun Song” from commercials on stage. GariGari-kun Soda will also be sampled at the venue! Let’s all enjoy the “GariGari-kun Song” together, eat ice cream, and create fun memories. We look forward to your visit!
Aichi Venue
Distributed product: GariGari-kun Soda
Estimated distribution quantity: 5,000 bottles
Date/Time: May 17 (Sun), 2026
Hours: 10:00 - 17:00 (Ice cream distribution ends when the planned quantity runs out)
Venue details: Mitsui Shopping Park LaLaport Anjo
9-30 Daito-cho, Anjo City, Aichi 446-8530
Kanagawa Venue
Distributed product: GariGari-kun Soda
Estimated distribution quantity: 10,000 bottles
Date/Time: May 23 (Sat), 2026
Hours: 10:00 - 17:00 (Ice cream distribution ends when the planned quantity runs out)
Venue details: Mitsui Shopping Park Lazona Kawasaki Plaza
72-1 Horikawa-cho, Saiwai-ku, Kawasaki City, Kanagawa 212-8576
Osaka Venue
Distributed product: GariGari-kun Soda
Estimated distribution quantity: 8,000 bottles
Date/Time: May 24 (Sun), 2026
Hours: 10:00 - 17:00 (Ice cream distribution ends when the planned quantity runs out)
Venue details: Mitsui Shopping Park LaLaport EXPOCITY
2-1 Senribanpakukoen, Suita City, Osaka 568-0826
“BOOST Running Festa”
This is a team relay marathon event. Participants can run any distance, order, or number of times freely, aiming to reach the goal within the time limit by passing a sash with friends and family. Both advanced runners and beginners can enjoy it together, making it a guaranteed summer memory!
Todoroki Stadium Venue
Distributed product: GariGari-kun Soda
Estimated distribution quantity: 2,000 bottles
Date/Time: May 30 (Sat), 2026
Hours: 7:00 - 13:00 (Ice cream distribution ends when the planned quantity runs out)
Venue details: Uv