Kuromi turns 20, and the claw machines are celebrating. Starting early October, Japan’s arcades roll out an Ichigo Shimbun No.644 cover plush, a 20th-anniversary book-box mascot set, and more—plus FURYU-exclusive “HBD Kuromi♥” items already in rotation. Here’s when and where to hunt. 🎂🖤
Your week-by-week roadmap to Kuromi’s 20th-anniversary prizes
The rollout spans late September through October across nationwide amusement arcades in Japan (availability varies by store). Late September seeded the 50th & 20th Anniversary BIG Plush; early October brings the core 20th line; late October adds Netflix tie-ins. Plan a couple of visits rather than one big trip—waves arrive by week.
What’s new in early October: Ichigo Shimbun 644 BIG and more
Headliners include the Ichigo Shimbun Issue No.644 cover collaboration BIG plush, the 20th Memorial Book-Box Mascot Set featuring Kuromi & Baku, and Sanrio Characters Cosplay Mascots (20 varieties) alongside friends like My Melody, Cinnamoroll, Pompompurin, Pochacco, and My Sweet Piano.
FURYU’s “HBD Kuromi♥” exclusives: how to spot the limited line
Running since September, the FURYU-only lineup adds a birthday-party vibe: HBD Kuromi♥ Mascots (5 types), HBD Kuromi♥ Cup & Saucer (2 types), and a HBD Kuromi♥ Super BIG Plush. Watch for the theme logo on tags and POP displays to confirm exclusivity.
Late-October tie-ins: Netflix “My Melody & Kuromi” plush trio
Finishing the month, arcades will carry plush from the Netflix stop-motion series “My Melody & Kuromi”—My Melody / Kuromi / My Sweet Piano. Pair these with the early-October 20th items for a tidy, celebratory shelf.
Where to play: nationwide arcades and how stock varies by store
Stock lands at different times even within the same city. Call ahead or check store socials before you go—especially for BIG or “set” items. Freshly stocked machines (new tags, tidy prize walls) are your best bet.
Bookmark these official pages for restocks and fresh drops
For real-time updates, save the official product pages and refresh before heading out:
• Official page for FURYU’s “HBD Kuromi♥” lineup
• Chara Hiroba (overall product hub)
• Netflix series page
Mark your calendar for early October, call your local arcade, and start with the 644-issue plush and the book-box mascot set. If you spot the “HBD Kuromi♥” tags, you’ve hit the limited line—grab it before restocks drift. See FURYU’s birthday lineup
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