Pingu and Tuxedo Sam, a miraculous 45th anniversary collaboration!
In 2025, the Swiss-born character " Pingu ", which continues to be loved around the world, celebrates its 45th anniversary.
In 2024, Sanrio's popular character "Tuxedo Sam" will also celebrate its 45th anniversary, and a dream collaboration will finally be realized!
Nakayoshi Market" of these two major penguin characters is being held for a limited time on the 5th floor of Laforet Harajuku.
PochipThe goods are very cute! Limited collaboration items are hands-on and cute!
At the event, many goods featuring newly drawn art by Pingu and Tuxedo Sam are available for purchase. The lineup includes key chains, eco bags, plush toys, and more, all of which will tickle the hearts of fans!
The plush toys with matching scarves are especially popular and must be fought over. There is also a photo booth for the collaboration, which looks great on social networking sites.
potipThe "Pingu Menu" at the 2nd floor MILK MILK M ILK ! Cafe is too cute!
A special menu featuring Pingu is now available at Laforet's 2nd floor MILK MILK MILK!
Pingu Face Drink" and "Pingu Happy Sundae" are available for a limited time. Customers who purchase these items will receive one of five coasters at random!
However, it was sold out on July 1. They are planning to reopen again, but the date has not yet been determined.
Goods were also on sale at MILK MILK MILK!
and other menu items that are too cute to eat! You can only eat them during the collaboration period, so don't forget to use the café.
po tip[Character Description] Pingu and Tuxedo Sam, a thorough explanation of their charm and history!
🐧 What is Pingu (PINGU)?
Pingu is a clay-animated penguin character created in Switzerland in 1979. The creator is Swiss artist Otmar Gutmann, who created Pingu as a "universal, language-independent character.
Pingu's Characteristics
- Place of residence: Antarctica
- Family: Dad, Mom, sister Pinga
- Language: Fictitious language called "Pingu language" (onomatopoeic voice)
- Personality: Bright, energetic, and a bit mischievous
The appeal of Pingu is that he is a stop-motion animation without any dialogue, and his emotions are conveyed only by his facial expressions and movements.
Pingu's worldview is simple and warm, and his Scandinavian taste and cute movements, such as his ice house in Antarctica, sledding, and fishing, are elements that appeal to adults as well.
The seal next to Pingu is his best friend, Robby.
They often appear in Pingu's world, sledding together, playing pranks, and enjoying their friendship.
Robby's profile (what is known among fans, although some parts are not officially clarified)
- Species: seal pup
- Gender: Boy (same age as Pingu)
- Personality: Funny and jovial, as active as Pingu
- Relationship: Pingu's best friend
- Appearance: Frequently appears in the middle of the clay animation series
🎩 Who is Tuxedosam?
Tuxedo Sam is a penguin character introduced by Sanrio in 1978. He is one of the representatives of Sanrio's "classic character" generation and has been loved by many fans over the years since that time.
Profile of Tuxedo Sam
- Birthday: May 12
- Place of birth： Tuxedo Island, Antarctica
- Gender： Boy
- Weight: 100 kg (slightly chubby)
- Hobbies/Skills： Fluent English, stylish tuxedo dressing
- Charms： Collection of 365 hats, bow tie, round body
As the name suggests, Tuxedo Sam has the looks and mannerisms of an English gentleman. He is always neatly dressed, but has a slightly screwed-up and lovable personality.
In the 1970s and 1980s, he was a popular character that appeared in every girl's Sanrio notebook, stationery, and pouch.
Why is she popular again now?
Recently, Tuxedo Sam's popularity as a classic character has been revived, partly due to the Showa-era retro boom. The fusion of nostalgia and novelty has made him "emo" and "cute" again among the younger generation.
po tip🎉 Pingu and Tuxedo Sam are "good friends penguins born in Antarctica"!
These two are actually both penguin characters from Antarctica.
Since they are close in age and well-known to both parents' and children's generations, this POPUP, also known as the "45th Anniversary Miracle Collaboration," is truly a dream collaboration that transcends generations.
- Pingu: energetic, moving, mischievous type
- Tuxedo Sam: Chubby & polite, firm
They are complete opposites in terms of personality and appearance, but somehow they are perfect for each other.
The collaboration visuals show them cuddling up together and holding matching drinks, creating a world full of "good friends" that is sure to delight fans.
Summary｜Experience the miraculous encounter of 45 years!
Pingu and Tuxedo Sam, two characters with a long history of 45 years, meet in this miraculous collaborative event. The event is full of exclusive contents that can only be experienced at Harajuku Laforet.
Whether you want to get your hands on retro-cute goods or enjoy the café menu that has become a hot topic on SNS, this event was sure to satisfy both!
Pingu official website: https://www.pingu-store.jp/?mode=grp&gid=3064753
Sanrio official website: https://shop.sanrio.co.jp/item?goods_group_id=2659
https://www.sanrio.co.jp:/news/goods/tx-pingu-20250619/
Store: Laforet Harajuku MAKE THE STAGE
Address: Laforet Harajuku 5F MAKE THE STAGE, 1-11-6 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Website: https://www.laforet.ne.jp/pop_up_shop/pingu%C3%97tuxedosam2506/
Nearest Station: Meiji-jingumae〈Harajuku〉 station, 1 minute walk from Exit 5
Opened: 2025-07-26
Event: Pingu x Tuxedo Sam Nakayoshi Market Harajuku
Event Start: 2025-06-26
Event End: 2025-07-09
Admission: free
Weekday Hours: 11:00–8:00
Weekend Hours: 11:00–8:00
Event Period: 2025-06-26 – 2025-07-09
