Enjoy a 'Picnic' with San-X Universe Friends! 'San-X Universe x Tokyo Tower Waku Waku Shiba Sanpo' Event to be Held from May 2nd for the Latter Half of Golden Week!

San-X Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo) is pleased to announce that the experiential event 'San-X Universe x Tokyo Tower Waku Waku Shiba Sanpo', where San-X characters will gather at Tokyo Tower, will be held at Tokyo Tower and the Shiba Park area from Saturday, May 2nd to Thursday, June 25th, 2026, during the latter half of Golden Week.

Key Visual for 'San-X Universe x Tokyo Tower Waku Waku Shiba Sanpo'

This event, themed 'Picnic' with friends from San-X Universe, will feature numerous experiential content that can be enjoyed while strolling around Tokyo Tower and its surroundings with over 10 San-X Universe characters, including 'Uso Tantei Tomant', which began airing on March 30th (Monday), Rilakkuma, and Sumikko Gurashi.

Starting May 2nd (Saturday), a pop-up store and a character-finding game 'Find the San-X Universe Characters!' will be available. From May 9th (Saturday), original food menus will be offered at a kitchen car, with content enjoyable for both children and adults. Additionally, a treasure hunt event is also being planned.

Event Overview

Event Name: San-X Universe x Tokyo Tower 'Waku Waku Shiba Sanpo'

Event Period: Saturday, May 2, 2026 - Thursday, June 25, 2026

※ 'Original food menu at kitchen car' is scheduled to be available from Saturday, May 16th onwards.

Event Hours: 11:00 - 19:00 (② and ③ are from 10:00 - 20:00)

Venue: Tokyo Tower Main Deck, Outdoor Staircase, FootTown, 1st Floor Main Entrance Event Space

(4-2-8 Shibakoen, Minato-ku, Tokyo) ※Shiba Park area will be used for some events.

Content: ① Find characters at Tokyo Tower! 'Find the San-X Universe Characters!'

② San-X Universe Pop-up Store

(Merchandise sales, Gachapon, Content reception)

③ Kitchen car offering character food

④ 'Treasure Hunt Event' exploring the Shiba Park area (Planned)

Tickets: Special tickets are required for special experience content ① and ④.

Sales Start: Scheduled for Thursday, April 9, 2026

Website: https://www.shiba-sanpo.jp

Event Contents

① Find characters at Tokyo Tower! 'Find the San-X Universe Characters!'

This is an experiential event where participants climb the Tokyo Tower's Main Deck and the outdoor staircase leading up to 150m, searching for hidden San-X characters. San-X Universe characters, including 'Uso Tantei Tomant', 'Rilakkuma', 'Sumikko Gurashi', and 'Tarepanda', are hidden within Tokyo Tower. Those who find all the characters with the answer sheet will receive an event-exclusive original certificate and sticker.

Location: Tokyo Tower Main Deck, Outdoor Staircase

Reception: Tokyo Tower FootTown 3F Gallery

Participation Fee: Adults | Advance: ¥2,400 / Same Day: ¥2,700

High School Students | Advance: ¥2,100 / Same Day: ¥2,400

Elementary & Middle School Students | Advance: ¥1,800 / Same Day: ¥2,100

Preschoolers (4 years and older) | Advance: ¥1,500 / Same Day: ¥1,800

※ All prices include tax ※ Includes Tokyo Tower observation deck ticket

Notes: In case of rain or severe weather, the outdoor staircase will be closed, and the event will be held on the Main Deck and indoor emergency stairs.

② San-X Universe Pop-up Store

A limited-time pop-up store will sell event-exclusive Tokyo Tower collaboration merchandise as well as popular San-X Universe products. New designs drawn exclusively for the event will also be featured. Furthermore, character greeting events will be held for a limited time.

Location: Tokyo Tower FootTown 3F Gallery

Merchandise Examples: Acrylic keyholders, stickers, tote bags, clear files, mugs, towels, etc.

③ Kitchen Car Offering Character Food

A kitchen car will offer original menu items inspired by the characters.

Mainly operating on weekends and holidays, it allows visitors to enjoy a picnic atmosphere at Tokyo Tower.

Location: Tokyo Tower 1st Floor Main Entrance Event Space

Period: To be announced once decided, as it is currently under planning.

④ 'Treasure Hunt Event' Exploring the Shiba Park Area

A 'Treasure Hunt Event' exploring the Shiba Park area. Planned and produced by 'Takarush', pioneers in treasure hunt events, this is a story-driven treasure hunt event linked to the world of San-X Universe, set against the backdrop of Tokyo Tower and Shiba Park. The mission is to identify the 'meeting place' where San-X Universe friends gather. Participants can enjoy a stroll through Shiba Park while solving riddles and visiting various locations.

Location: Tokyo Tower Main Deck, Shiba Park Area

Reception: Tokyo Tower FootTown 3F Gallery

Period: To be announced once decided, as it is currently under planning.

What is 'San-X Universe'?

San-X Universe is a new design concept where unique San-X characters, who previously lived in their own worlds, have gathered across worlds through the magic of San-X fairies. It blends nostalgia with freshness, delivering moments of smiles and comfort with characters ranging from long-loved classics to new friends. Won't you feel the gentle magic that loosens your heart with San-X characters?

About San-X (https://www.san-x.co.jp/company/)

San-X continues to create over 1,000 100% original characters, including Rilakkuma, Sumikko Gurashi, and Tarepanda, delivering their unique charm worldwide through original products, licensing, various events, promotions, and videos. These characters, cute in appearance yet possessing a subtly humorous surrealism and a gentle warmth that embraces the heart, attract many people not just for their cuteness.

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