If there is one name that defines modern Japanese horror in the manga world, it is undoubtedly Junji Ito. From the hypnotic tales of Uzumaki to the immortal, fatal beauty of Tomie, Ito’s work has a way of lingering in the mind long after the page is turned.
To celebrate the haunting beauty under his pen, a special limited-time pop-up store began touring Maruzen & Junkudo Bookstores across Japan in December 2025! This is an amazing opportunity for fans to step into the master’s macabre world and bring a piece of it home.
We, of course, couldn’t miss the chance to visit and see the latest collection of exclusive merchandise. For those who couldn’t make it to the event in person, no worries—we’ve managed to secure a handpicked selection of exclusive merch directly from the event! Be sure to check them out while stocks last! ↓
Visual Highlights of the
“Junji Ito Pop-Up @ Maruzen & Junkudo Bookstores”
↑ The pop-up features three distinct keyart designs,
each capturing a different side of the Junji Ito universe
↑ As expected, Azami Kurotani from Uzumaki makes frequent appearances throughout the merch,
with highlights including an elegant folding fan and a must-see lenticular print!
↑ A welcome encore: These embroidered pouches—
first seen at the 2025 Shinjuku Isetan “Junji Ito – Arts & Fashion Goods” Pop-Up—
bring a touch of dark elegance to the Junji Ito universe.
↑ A must-have T-shirt featuring Uzumaki’s Kirie Goshima with her famous (yet fatal)
curly hair from Chapter 6: Medusa
↑ Fashion model Fuchi looks as terrifying as ever on this tote bag!
So we’d say the other Junji Ito cat tote bag is… more user-friendly? Lol
↑ The ultimate Tomie keychain, ingrained with her signature toxic remarks –
use at your own risk!
↑ Fancy something more portable to showcase your Azami love?
These sticker sets are a great, affordable find!
↑ To our surprise, many of Junji Ito’s art reproductions got exhibited
in a proper space alongside the exclusive merchandise!
↑ The “Twin Icons” of Junji Ito’s universe – Uzumaki and Tomie
↑ This full-color reproduction brings a classic scene from the Tomie manga to life
↑ Another recurring protagonist we all love to hate: Souichi Tsujii!
Look at him in this classic artwork with his coffin and iron nails!
↑ Last but not least, we spotted these super rare
Tomie x Osaka EXPO 2025 collab exclusive merch as well!
Isn’t theat aurora poster absolutely dazzling?
Need to quench your Junji Ito thirst? Check out our curated collection of Japan-exclusive Junji Ito merch from the Maruzen & Junkudo Bookstores Pop-Up, as well as from the viral Junji Ito x Sanrio collaboration! ↓ ↓ ↓