"Sirotan Funwari Store," a specialty store for the original character Sirotan, is opening as the character's first flagship store in western Japan. The store, run by Creative Yoko Co., Ltd. (headquartered in Nagano City, Nagano Prefecture), opens in November 2026 on the 12th floor of LUCUA SOUTH, directly connected to JR Osaka Station, within the "LUCUA Characters World" zone.
"LUCUA Characters World" will begin its second phase of opening in December 2026, and by the time of its full opening in 2027 is planned to become one of the largest character zones in Japan.
With Sirotan's TV anime set to begin airing in October 2026, this store will serve as a key content hub and flagship location for the character in the Kansai region. Inside, the store offers a space where fans and first-time visitors alike can experience Sirotan's soft, fluffy world and warmth, featuring limited-edition items and popular products alongside opportunities to meet and interact with Sirotan in person.
Ahead of the opening, the store is also taking part in pre-opening promotions hosted by LUCUA SOUTH. A wall art photo spot went up on August 6, and on August 22 and 23 a character greeting event featuring Sirotan will be held at JR Osaka Station's 5th-floor 時空の広場 plaza.
Sirotan Funwari Store — Store Overview
Opening: November 2026
Status: First in western Japan (permanent flagship store)
Address: 530-8373 3-1-1 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka, within "LUCUA Characters World" on the 12th floor of LUCUA SOUTH
Pre-Opening Promotions
1. Wall Art (Photo Spot)
A special Sirotan photo spot has appeared inside LUCUA SOUTH. Enjoy this original-design, limited-time photo spot, which stretches about 11 meters in length.
Period: Thursday, August 6 to Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Location: LUCUA SOUTH, 14th floor special area
2. Character Greeting
As a preview event for "LUCUA Characters World," Sirotan will appear both days at JR Osaka Station's 5th-floor 時空の広場 plaza, joined by friends Rakko Inu and Sheru on August 22 only, and Ramune on August 23 only.
Dates: Saturday, August 22 and Sunday, August 23, 2026
Time: Both days, 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM (planned)
Location: JR Osaka Station, 5th floor, 時空の広場 plaza
Content: Handshake event (first-come, first-served, 50 guests per day)
Please note that if the heat index (WBGT) measured at the venue one hour before the event exceeds 33°C, the event will be cancelled to help prevent heatstroke and ensure everyone's safety.
For further details and the latest updates, check the LUCUA SOUTH special website: https://www.lucua.jp/special/south-open/
About Sirotan
Sirotan is an original character modeled after a harp seal, embodying the ideas of comfort, healing, encouragement, and connection. Since its debut in 1999, its soft-to-the-touch plush toys have been its main products, and its rounded form and gentle expression have brought comfort and peace to customers across generations.
Starting in October 2026, Sirotan's long-awaited TV anime will begin airing every Saturday at 4:29 PM on TV Asahi.
Official website: https://sirotan.fun/
Official X (Sirotan character): https://x.com/sirotanfunwari
Official X (Sirotan event and product information): https://x.com/sirotan_fun
Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sirotan_fun/
