The campaign "UMEZZ GUWASHI CARNIVAL 2026 ~Kazuo Umezu and Kichijoji Nazotoki Manga Walk~" will be held in Kichijoji, Tokyo from May 1st to May 31st to develop products and services related to Kazuo Umezu.
“UMEZZ GUWASHI CARNIVAL 2026 ~Kazuo Umezu and Kichijoji Nazotoki Manga Walk~” Visual
``UMEZZ GUWASHI CARNIVAL 2026 ~Kazuo Umezu and Kichijoji Nazotoki Manga Walk~'' will feature the ``Nazotoki Manga Walk,'' a manga-style participation kit that allows you to enjoy solving mysteries related to Umezu's works while walking around the streets of Kichijoji. There are three types of kits: ``Makoto-chan edition'', ``I am Shingo edition'', and ``Orochi edition'', and the difficulty level changes depending on the type. An original tin badge is also included as a bonus. The kit can be purchased at Kichijoji PARCO and Nazo Stand.
A pop-up shop titled "Business Trip!! UMEZZ HOUSE" has also opened at Kichijoji PARCO. Miscellaneous goods and apparel items designed with Umezu's trademark red and white border Yamakoto-chan will be on sale. Kawara CAFE & KITCHEN in Kichijoji PARCO will also offer collaboration menus such as the ``Guwashi! Makoto-chan Lunch Plate'' with Makoto-chan on it. Additionally, UPLINK Kichijoji will screen the autobiographical film ``Mother,'' which Umezu wrote and directed himself at the age of 77. Photo booths will be set up on the first and second floors.
``Kazuo Umezu Collaboration UTme!'' is now available at UNIQLO Kichijoji store, where you can make original T-shirts and tote bags with Umezu's illustrations. At Nazo Stand, we will also be selling a limited number of collaboration drinks and food that will give you an original can badge or mystery coaster.
In addition, Makoto-chan will be jacking flags on the street during the event period. Kichijoji Sunroad Shopping Street becomes completely red and white with a border. Stickers will be distributed to people who purchase products or services at stores participating in the campaign. Please check the conditions of the gift at each store.
