According to the chain, this is an “unprecedented” capsule toy collection, where you’ll want to collect both the capsule and its contents, as they’re just as cute as each other.
If you’ve ever listened to the Japanese that’s spoken in Studio Ghibli’s 1988 anime film My Neighbour Totoro, you’ll have heard the phrase “Makkuro kurosuke dete oide!” which translates to “Come out, Soot Sprites!” in English.
The new Makkuro Kurosuke Dete Oide! capsule toys cost 500 yen (US$4.41) each, and will be available at all branches of Donguri Kyowakoku nationwide from 1 December.