“Niccolino” and “Monthly Mu” are dropping the most unexpected plushie capsule toy collab — and it’s absolutely unhinged in the best way! 🛸
All 6 types featuring adorable chibi takes on mysterious phenomena and occult creatures are hitting capsule toy machines nationwide starting Wednesday, May 20, 2026!
There’s even a limited-time POPUP SHOP at gashacoco Ikebukuro — whether you’re a Mu fan or a plushie collector, you seriously can’t miss this one! ✨
📖 What’s in This Article 📖
☝️ The Niccolino × Monthly Mu collab plushie capsule toy line — all 6 types — drops May 20, 2026!
✌️ A limited-time POPUP SHOP runs May 20–31 at gashacoco Ikebukuro
🤟 Buy 3+ capsule toys OR spend ¥1,500+ on merch to score a free exclusive sticker!
The “Niccolino × Mu Mystery POPUP SHOP” Is Coming to gashacoco Ikebukuro!
Qualia Co., Ltd. and Monthly Mu (published by Wan Publishing Co., Ltd.) have officially joined forces for this epic collab ✨
Niccolino is a warm and squishy round character — and this time, they’re crossing into the wild world of the occult with “Mu,” which is honestly the last collab anyone saw coming!
Two brands with completely different fanbases coming together is exactly why this collab has a totally one-of-a-kind cuteness to it!
From Wednesday, May 20 to Sunday, May 31, 2026, a special POPUP space is opening up at gashacoco Ikebukuro in Tokyo!
It’s going to be a dream space packed with collab plushies and limited-edition merch…! 👻
gashacoco Ikebukuro Event Overview: Wed. May 20 – Sun. May 31, 2026
| Type | Motif |
|---|---|
| Flat Earth | Flat Earth Theory & Occult Geography |
| Kera UFO Incident Mini Saucer | An unidentified flying object spotted in Kochi Prefecture in 1972 |
| Beast-Man Hibagon | A mysterious ape-like creature said to roam Mt. Hiba in Hiroshima |
| Mummy | Mysterious mummies from around the world |
| Crop Circle | Unexplained geometric patterns that appear overnight in wheat fields |
| Secret | What’s inside? That’s for you to find out… 👀 |
gashacoco is a capsule toy specialty shop just a short walk from Ikebukuro Station!
It’s one of the best under-the-radar spots for a free event in Tokyo 2026 — super easy to pop into while you’re out shopping! 🗼
Niccolino × Monthly Mu Capsule Toy Plushies — All 6 Types Lineup
The star of the show is the “Niccolino × Mu Plushie”!
Each capsule toy is ¥500 (tax included), and you can try your luck at capsule toy machines nationwide starting May 20, 2026! 🎰
Classic Monthly Mu occult phenomena and mysterious creatures have been transformed into adorable Niccolino-style designs!
The lineup is dangerously addictive — you’re going to want to collect every single one!
All 6 Types: Flat Earth, the Kera UFO Incident, Hibagon & More!
| No. | Type | Motif |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Flat Earth | Flat Earth Theory & Occult Geography |
| 2 | Kera UFO Incident Mini Saucer | An unidentified flying object spotted in Kochi Prefecture in 1972 |
| 3 | Beast-Man Hibagon | A mysterious ape-like creature said to roam Mt. Hiba in Hiroshima |
| 4 | Mummy | Mysterious mummies from around the world |
| 5 | Crop Circle | Unexplained geometric patterns that appear overnight in wheat fields |
| 6 | Secret | What’s inside? That’s for you to find out… 👀 |
The “Kera UFO Incident” and “Beast-Man Hibagon” — these are the kind of deep cuts that’ll make longtime Monthly Mu readers absolutely lose it!
Even if you know nothing about the occult, the sheer cuteness of Niccolino will have you wanting every single one!
And what on earth could the secret one be?! ☁️
Free Sticker Giveaway Conditions & Collab Merch | POPUP SHOP Exclusives
Inside the POPUP SHOP, there’s way more to grab than just capsule toys! 🛍️
- Die-cut stickers (5 types)
- A4 Clear Files (2 types)
- T-shirts
- And more exclusive collab items!
How to Score the Limited Sticker: The Conditions
During the event, meet one of these two conditions to claim your exclusive sticker — first come, first served! 🎁
| Condition | Details |
|---|---|
| ① Capsule Toy | Purchase 3 or more “Niccolino × Mu” collab capsule toys |
| ② Merch Purchase | Spend ¥1,500 (tax included) or more on merch inside the POPUP SHOP |
Quantities are limited — it’s first come, first served!
Skip the weekend crowds and aim for right when they open at 11 AM on a weekday!
🌈 Wrap-Up 🌈
✅ The Niccolino × Monthly Mu collab plushie capsule toy (all 6 types) drops nationwide from Wed. May 20, 2026 — ¥500 per try!
✅ POPUP SHOP at gashacoco Ikebukuro runs May 20–31 (11:00 AM – 10:00 PM) — free admission!
✅ Buy 3+ capsule toys OR spend ¥1,500+ on merch to score a free exclusive sticker!
🔗 Source: PR TIMES | Qualia Co., Ltd.
🔗 Event Details: Niccolino Official Website
© Niccolino / Qualia Co., Ltd. © Monthly Mu / Wan Publishing Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
Who on earth would’ve predicted a Monthly Mu × Niccolino collab?! 😂
But the second I saw it I was like — this is GENIUS!
Like, what happens when paranormal stuff like Hibagon and mummies gets turned into Niccolino’s round, squishy little designs?? I literally cannot stop thinking about it.
I NEED to know what the secret one is, so I’m going in ready to collect them all…!
If you’re anywhere near Ikebukuro, you should seriously go ASAP! 🛸