A series of pop-up events linked to the "HATSUNE MIKU EXPO 2026 North America" world tour is coming to 8 BOOKOFF USA locations. Organized by Nihon Chokuhan Co., Ltd. in collaboration with BOOKOFF USA, the events roll out sequentially from April 24 through June 28, 2026.
"HATSUNE MIKU EXPO" is an ongoing global tour series from Crypton Future Media showcasing virtual singer Hatsune Miku. The 2026 North American leg kicked off in Chicago on April 12 and takes in 15 cities over approximately 40 days, with "Candy Shop" as its theme. These pop-up stores bring the tour's energy into retail spaces so that both concertgoers and fans who cannot attend the live shows can experience the world of Hatsune Miku in person.
Event Schedule
The pop-ups will open sequentially at the following 8 BOOKOFF USA stores:
① April 24 (Fri) – May 10 (Sun)
- Little Tokyo store (Los Angeles, CA)
- Phoenix store (Phoenix, AZ)
② May 1 (Fri) – May 17 (Sun)
- Brooklyn store (Brooklyn, NY)
③ May 15 (Fri) – May 31 (Sun)
- San Diego store (San Diego, CA)
- MESA store (Mesa, AZ)
④ May 22 (Fri) – June 7 (Sun)
- New York store (New York, NY)
⑤ June 5 (Fri) – June 21 (Sun)
- Riverside store (Riverside, CA)
⑥ June 12 (Fri) – June 28 (Sun)
- Massapequa store (Massapequa, NY)
What's at the Pop-Up
The events feature a range of activities for fans:
1. Novelty gifts for HATSUNE MIKU EXPO 2026 North America ticket holders
Concertgoers who present their event ticket at participating BOOKOFF USA stores can receive exclusive novelty items, connecting the live tour experience directly to the in-store visit.
2. Interactive board inspired by the "Piapro Wall"
A participatory board where visitors can freely add illustrations and messages will be installed at each location, creating a space for fan creativity and connection around Hatsune Miku.
3. SNS posting campaign with designated hashtags
Visitors are encouraged to share their in-store photos using a designated hashtag, with stickers and other novelty items offered to those who participate.
4. Sale of event-limited merchandise
Exclusive goods tied to the HATSUNE MIKU EXPO 2026 North America tour, including limited-edition apparel stickers, will be available for purchase in-store.
Designed for Fans Who Can't Make the Shows
The pop-up events are not exclusive to tour ticket holders. They are structured so that fans who could not attend the live concerts can also enjoy the Hatsune Miku experience at their local BOOKOFF USA store. Real-space store activity, SNS sharing, and fan community engagement are all woven together, with social outreach also planned in coordination with the MIKU EXPO official accounts.
All store locations are official BOOKOFF USA retail stores listed on the BOOKOFF USA website.
