Hikaru Utada × Sony Store Event to Commemorate the Release of "Pappa Paradise" Announced!
Sony Marketing Inc. will hold a special event at Sony Stores nationwide to commemorate the release of Hikaru Utada's new song "Pappa Paradise." This event offers an opportunity to immerse oneself in Hikaru Utada's fresh voice through Sony's latest audio technology. Enjoy a special space where the artist's sensibility and cutting-edge technology merge, allowing you to delve into the depths of the music.
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Sony Marketing Inc. will hold a special event, "Hikaru Utada × Sony Store Event to Commemorate the Release of 'Pappa Paradise'," at Sony Stores nationwide.
This event offers an opportunity to immerse yourself in Hikaru Utada's fresh voice through Sony's latest audio technology.
Enjoy a special space where the artist's sensibility and cutting-edge technology merge, allowing you to delve into the depths of the music.
"Hikaru Utada × Sony Store Event to Commemorate the Release of 'Pappa Paradise'" Overview
https://www.sony.jp/store/retail/sonystore/hikaruutada_pappaparadise2026/
■ Event Period: May 20 (Wed) – July 16 (Thu), 2026
■ Locations: Sony Store Ginza, Sapporo, Nagoya, Osaka, Fukuoka Tenjin
■ Store Details: https://www.sony.jp/store/retail
*Please contact each store for the latest information.
■ "Pappa Paradise" Release Commemoration: Experience the world of the latest visuals and music with powerful sound and image quality!
At Sony Stores nationwide, a special exhibition will be held where you can fully enjoy the world of Hikaru Utada's new song "Pappa Paradise."
At each store, you can watch the music video for this song with overwhelming realism provided by Sony's latest 4K BRAVIA and high-quality theater systems.
At Sony Store Ginza, the exterior of the cubic entertainment theater "SHIKAKU" will be decorated with a design based on the "Pappa Paradise" music video.
Additionally, the dress and props worn during the MV shooting will be exhibited.
Enjoy an immersive experience that unravels every detail of the song.
*Reservations for SHIKAKU will begin on May 13 (Wed), 2026, at 13:00. LINE friend registration is required for reservations.
■ Receive an "Event-Limited Original Sticker" by registering for My Sony!
Customers who participate in this event (SHIKAKU immersive experience, music listening, message project, etc.), add each store's official LINE account as a friend, and register for My Sony will receive novelty items such as event-limited original stickers.
Furthermore, registered individuals will receive the latest information about Hikaru Utada and special news unique to Sony Store even after the event ends.
*This also applies to those who are already friends with each store's official LINE account and have registered for My Sony.
*Cannot be combined with other来店特典 (store visit benefits) /体験特典 (experience benefits), etc.
*Limited to one per person per day.
*Stickers will be available while supplies last.
*The image of the benefit is for illustration purposes only.
■ Analog Record Pre-order & Merchandise Sales
Merchandise sales will be held to commemorate this collaboration.
[Sales Lineup]
・Chibi Maruko-chan × Hikaru Utada Collaboration T-shirts (2 types)
*Available at Sony Store physical stores and online.
*T-shirts are available in S/M/L sizes.
*My Sony registration is required for purchase.
*Sales begin on May 20 (Wed), 2026, at 11:00.
・Latest Analog Record Pre-order
Pre-orders for the [Completely Limited Edition] "Pappa Paradise" (7-inch analog record) will be accepted.
As a purchase bonus, an "Original Marker / Light Green" (not for sale) will be presented.
*Reservations begin on May 13 (Wed), 2026, at 13:00.
*Available only at Sony Store physical stores (no online sales).
*Scheduled to be delivered sequentially after June 24 (Wed).
*My Sony registration is required for purchase.
*The image of the benefit is for illustration purposes only.
■ Hikaru Utada × Sony Store Special Project: "#MyHikaruUtadaStory" Recruitment!
"Listening to this song reminds me of those days." We are recruiting your unique song episodes.
Please tell us your memories related to the song, along with the song title. Those who apply will be selected by lottery and screening to receive a "Chibi Maruko-chan Original Eraser."
This project will be held in a hybrid format, allowing participation at Sony Stores nationwide as well as from a special website.
Additionally, 200 applicants selected by lottery and screening from those who applied online will receive an "Original Eraser" (not for sale).
We look forward to many applications.
*Comment submission period: May 20 (Wed) 13:00 – July 16 (Thu) 23:59
This event offers an opportunity to immerse yourself in Hikaru Utada's fresh voice through Sony's latest audio technology.
Enjoy a special space where the artist's sensibility and cutting-edge technology merge, allowing you to delve into the depths of the music.
"Hikaru Utada × Sony Store Event to Commemorate the Release of 'Pappa Paradise'" Overview
https://www.sony.jp/store/retail/sonystore/hikaruutada_pappaparadise2026/
■ Event Period: May 20 (Wed) – July 16 (Thu), 2026
■ Locations: Sony Store Ginza, Sapporo, Nagoya, Osaka, Fukuoka Tenjin
■ Store Details: https://www.sony.jp/store/retail
*Please contact each store for the latest information.
■ "Pappa Paradise" Release Commemoration: Experience the world of the latest visuals and music with powerful sound and image quality!
At Sony Stores nationwide, a special exhibition will be held where you can fully enjoy the world of Hikaru Utada's new song "Pappa Paradise."
At each store, you can watch the music video for this song with overwhelming realism provided by Sony's latest 4K BRAVIA and high-quality theater systems.
At Sony Store Ginza, the exterior of the cubic entertainment theater "SHIKAKU" will be decorated with a design based on the "Pappa Paradise" music video.
Additionally, the dress and props worn during the MV shooting will be exhibited.
Enjoy an immersive experience that unravels every detail of the song.
*Reservations for SHIKAKU will begin on May 13 (Wed), 2026, at 13:00. LINE friend registration is required for reservations.
■ Receive an "Event-Limited Original Sticker" by registering for My Sony!
Customers who participate in this event (SHIKAKU immersive experience, music listening, message project, etc.), add each store's official LINE account as a friend, and register for My Sony will receive novelty items such as event-limited original stickers.
Furthermore, registered individuals will receive the latest information about Hikaru Utada and special news unique to Sony Store even after the event ends.
*This also applies to those who are already friends with each store's official LINE account and have registered for My Sony.
*Cannot be combined with other来店特典 (store visit benefits) /体験特典 (experience benefits), etc.
*Limited to one per person per day.
*Stickers will be available while supplies last.
*The image of the benefit is for illustration purposes only.
■ Analog Record Pre-order & Merchandise Sales
Merchandise sales will be held to commemorate this collaboration.
[Sales Lineup]
・Chibi Maruko-chan × Hikaru Utada Collaboration T-shirts (2 types)
*Available at Sony Store physical stores and online.
*T-shirts are available in S/M/L sizes.
*My Sony registration is required for purchase.
*Sales begin on May 20 (Wed), 2026, at 11:00.
・Latest Analog Record Pre-order
Pre-orders for the [Completely Limited Edition] "Pappa Paradise" (7-inch analog record) will be accepted.
As a purchase bonus, an "Original Marker / Light Green" (not for sale) will be presented.
*Reservations begin on May 13 (Wed), 2026, at 13:00.
*Available only at Sony Store physical stores (no online sales).
*Scheduled to be delivered sequentially after June 24 (Wed).
*My Sony registration is required for purchase.
*The image of the benefit is for illustration purposes only.
■ Hikaru Utada × Sony Store Special Project: "#MyHikaruUtadaStory" Recruitment!
"Listening to this song reminds me of those days." We are recruiting your unique song episodes.
Please tell us your memories related to the song, along with the song title. Those who apply will be selected by lottery and screening to receive a "Chibi Maruko-chan Original Eraser."
This project will be held in a hybrid format, allowing participation at Sony Stores nationwide as well as from a special website.
Additionally, 200 applicants selected by lottery and screening from those who applied online will receive an "Original Eraser" (not for sale).
We look forward to many applications.
*Comment submission period: May 20 (Wed) 13:00 – July 16 (Thu) 23:59