Samurai Love Ballad: PARTY, the mobile romance drama featuring bittersweet love stories set in the "shadow Sengoku era," is celebrating the 9th anniversary of its Moon Chapter on March 21, 2026. Under the theme "Let Us Dance – A 9th-Year Love," a range of special events and limited campaigns have been prepared for fans throughout March.
Since its launch in 2017, the game has attracted a loyal following with its rich storytelling, compelling characters, and beautiful artwork.
9th Anniversary Story Event: "Moon of Celebration – A Precious Today, Together"
A special anniversary story event is now live, delivering a sweet and fulfilling tale between two hearts at this milestone occasion. Completing the event rewards players with "A Ninja's Memory Picture Scroll." Additional prizes unlocked by playing through the event include a "giant ninja" avatar in the same outfit as the 9th anniversary visual, and a dancing animated chibi avatar.
A sequel epilogue written from the ninja's perspective is also available for purchase separately.
Schedule:
Part 1: March 1 (Sun) 4:00 PM – March 8 (Sun) 3:59 PM
Featured characters: Sakuya Fujibayashi, Sasuke Sarutobi, Genya Fujibayashi, Kyoichiro Narukami
Part 2: March 16 (Mon) 4:00 PM – March 23 (Mon) 3:59 PM
Featured characters: Hanzo Hattori, Hotaru Kirigakure, Fugo Mitsuba, Shima Mochizuki
Love Dance Campaign
A special "Love Dance Campaign" is running alongside the anniversary events. By playing the app, players earn the campaign-exclusive item "Koi-yose Sensu" (Love-Calling Fan), which can be gifted to a favorite ninja character. The more fans gifted, the more limited avatars and items become available, including a background featuring the 9th anniversary artwork and an oversized stuffed doll in a special outfit.
A separate purchase campaign through VOLTAGE Passport also lets players earn additional Koi-yose Sensu.
Period: March 1 (Sun) 4:00 PM – March 23 (Mon) 3:59 PM
9th Anniversary Special Picture Scroll Set
A special picture scroll set themed around "Let Us Dance – A 9th-Year Love" is on sale, showcasing the 9th anniversary visual of the ninjas dressed in gorgeous traditional Japanese attire. The set includes a bonus mini story offering a glimpse of each ninja's sweeter side in the game's 9th year.
Sale Period: March 1 (Sun) 12:00 AM – March 9 (Mon) 3:59 PM
Two Special Anniversary Avatar Gachas
Two limited-time avatar gachas are available for the 9th anniversary celebration:
"Let Us Dance – Chibi Ninja Collection"
This collection features adorable chibi ninjas dressed in outfits matching the 9th anniversary picture scroll, each captured in a charming mid-dance pose.
"9th Anniversary Celebration Collection – A Story Written in Our Memories"
This collection offers a special anniversary-themed coordinate set for player avatars, perfect for celebrating the milestone together.
Period: March 1 (Sun) 4:00 PM – March 23 (Mon) 3:59 PM
Seki Yukinori Mini Story Coming Soon
A mini main story for Seki Yukinori, the enigmatic character who made a strong impression as an antagonist in the game's story events, has been officially announced. His mysterious background is set to be revealed in this upcoming release. Players must complete the main Moon Chapter story beforehand. A campaign currently rewarding players with avatars for reading the main story makes this a good time to catch up before the mini story drops.
VOLTAGE Passport 9th Anniversary Support Campaign
Special anniversary benefits are available through VOLTAGE Passport, a free membership points platform. Highlights include:
- New anniversary prizes: A limited avatar "Chandelier Dress" and postcards have been added, available for exchange from March onward
- Bonus points campaign: Players who link VOLTAGE Passport and log in to the app can earn bonus points when purchasing in-app items (March 1 – March 31)
- 5 Love Passes gift: New VOLTAGE Passport links from March 1, 2026 onward receive 5 Love Passes (in-app items), to be distributed in April 2026
- Points for 9th Anniversary Picture Scroll Set purchase: Buyers of the special set receive bonus points, to be distributed in April 2026 (sale period: March 1 – March 9)
- Koi-yose Sensu lottery: Players can spend VOLTAGE Passport Points for a chance to win 111 Koi-yose Sensu; 9 winners will be selected (entry period: March 1 – March 8)
For more information, visit the official Samurai Love Ballad: PARTY website: https://products.voltage.co.jp/tenka/
Official X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/koi_game_koiran
YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGStfq-n_APwcfOjibkzDuQ
