Japanese figure skating star Yuzuru Hanyu and Winne-the-Pooh announce crossover merch line [Pics]
Pooh Shower tradition inspires over 100 crossover items. Japan has tons of cool character merch, and the fun gets doubled when its part of a crossover, like when Hello Kitty teams up with the cast of Sesame Street, Yu-Gi-Oh, or Evangelion. Japan’s newest collaboration, though, isn’t between two fictional characters, but between one of Disney’s […]
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Japanese figure skating star Yuzuru Hanyu and Winnie-the-Pooh are joining forces to create a special crossover merch line called "Shower of Heart." This collaboration marks the 100th anniversary of the release of the original Winnie-the-Pooh children's book. Over 100 exclusive items, such as acrylic standees, key holders, bag straps, and a special Winnie-the-Pooh plushie, will be available at popup shops in major Japanese cities.
The merch line celebrates the tradition of fans showering the ice with Winnie-the-Pooh stuffed animals following Hanyu's performances, which began in 2010. The popup store tour begins in Tokyo from October 2-30, then moves to Kyoto, Nagoya, Okayama, Fukuoka, and ends in Sendai.
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