A limited-time pop-up store themed on the world of the popular game The Battle Cats, starring creepy-cute (kimokawa) cats, will open at locations across Japan, starting Friday, November 6, 2026.
The event, titled "Nyanko Big Party! by VILLAGE VANGUARD" (にゃんこ大パーティー！by VILLAGE VANGUARD), offers popular The Battle Cats goods along with a large selection of items sold only at the venues. Visitors can also join a quiz rally held inside the mall to receive an original novelty, take photos at a balloon photo spot, and make an original character card at a workshop.
Venues and Dates
Kyoto Prefecture
- Venue: AEON Mall Kyoto, 4th floor of the Sakura Building, in front of Food Forest
- Dates: Friday, November 6 to Monday, November 23 (national holiday), 2026
Aichi Prefecture
- Venue: AEON Mall Okazaki, 2nd floor, POP UP space next to ワンズテラス
- Dates: Friday, November 6 to Monday, November 23 (national holiday), 2026
Niigata Prefecture
- Venue: AEON Mall Niigata Kameda Inter, 2nd floor, bridge space in front of Miraiya Shoten bookstore
- Dates: Friday, November 27 to Sunday, December 13, 2026
Osaka Prefecture
- Venue: Abeno Q's Mall, 1st floor, south side of the atrium
- Dates: Friday, November 27 to Sunday, December 13, 2026
More locations across Japan are planned to follow in sequence.
Business hours follow those of each facility. Please check each facility's official website for details. Hours may change, or temporary closures may occur, without prior notice.
For more details on the event, please see the official event page:
https://www.village-v.co.jp/popup/031531/
Venue Highlights
The images shown are for illustration purposes and may differ from the actual venue.
A cat balloon about 180 cm tall and a face-cutout panel will also be on display.
Workshop: Original Character Card
Draw an illustration however you like, then fit it into the frame to complete your own original character card, one of a kind in the world.
A card base must be purchased in order to take part.
In-Mall Quiz Rally
How much do you know about The Battle Cats? Find the four quiz panels placed around the facility and answer the questions. Participants receive a paper craft available only here.
Venue-Exclusive Goods
Pa-Katto Acrylic Keychain (Venue-Exclusive)
8 designs (random) / ¥1,100 (tax included)
Open the lid of the cat food can and the cats pop out. With 8 random designs, you will not know which cat appears until you open it.
Tank Cat Tissue Cover (Venue-Exclusive)
¥3,300 (tax included)
The Tank Cat from The Battle Cats becomes a tissue cover. When a tissue is set inside, it comes out of the cat's mouth. It also works as an accent for your room.
Double Acrylic Keychain (Venue-Exclusive)
3 designs / ¥770 (tax included)
The cats appear as double charms. The design of two linked charms has a strong presence and can be attached to bags, pouches and more.
Trading Marker Charm (Venue-Exclusive)
8 designs (random) / ¥748 (tax included)
The neon-design cats from the key visual become cute charms. Attach them to your belongings and keep the cats with you at all times.
Fluffy Grass Acrylic Stand (Venue-Exclusive)
8 designs (random) / ¥858 (tax included)
Connect them to expand the cats' field. The characters from The Battle Cats gather on the grass, turning a desk or shelf into the cats' world.
Trading Card Sticker (Venue-Exclusive)
16 designs (random) / ¥418 (tax included)
Stickers featuring the characters from The Battle Cats in a nostalgic trading card style. They come in a sparkling holographic finish, and secret designs are included in the lineup. You will not know which sticker you get until you open it.
Nyanko Neon Pouch
¥1,980 (tax included)
A pouch with an eye-catching The Battle Cats logo. It is sized to hold small items such as cosmetics, stationery and cables together.
Dimensions: approx. W272 × H100 × D60 mm
Pyokotto Tote Bag (Venue-Exclusive)
¥3,080 (tax included)
A tote bag packed with the world of The Battle Cats. It has an inner pocket for neatly storing small items, and the cat popping out of the bag is irresistibly cute. It suits everyday use as well as events and outings.
Stock availability differs by store.
Regular Goods
A wide range of regular The Battle Cats goods will also be available.
