In-depth Review of Care Bears x ILLIT Collaboration Items｜The Appeal of Plush Toys & Soft Key Chains and How to Purchase Read in Japanese
What is the Care Bears x ILLIT collaboration?
K-POP girl group ILLIT and the world-famous Care Bears™ have collaborated in a dream come true!
Two types of products, a plush toy and a soft key chain, are available at the pop-up store "Care Bears on the stage" at Laforet Harajuku.
The combination of the demand for the guessing game and the popularity of the characters has made these items so popular that they were sold out on the first day.
Care Bears x ILLIT plush toy (3,740 yen including tax)
Size/Specifications
- Medium size (approx. 20 cm)
- Soft and fluffy texture
- Just the right size for sitting and decorating
Color variation
A total of 5 limited color variations; a vivid and cute lineup that seems to reflect ILLIT's image colors.
Purchase Limitations
- Limited to the number of items sold per day
- Limit 1 per person
My impression of the actual purchase
I chose the "purple" color, and the actual product is even more vivid and luxurious than the photo.
The color is cute and looks great on social networking sites, and it will add a touch of glamour just by displaying it in your room.
Care Bears x ILLIT Soft Key Chain (2,640 yen including tax)
Size and specifications
- Mini size, approx. 10-12 cm in length
- Includes a ball chain for easy attachment to bags and pouches
- Fluffy material, just like plush toys, with a great feel to the touch
Color variations
There are a total of five different colors available. Light blue and white base x pink are especially popular.
The "pink on white" design was already sold out.
Purchase Limitations
- Limited to the number of items sold per day.
- Limit 1 per person
My impression of the actual purchase
I purchased the "light blue" color. Even though it is small, it has a strong presence, and when I put it on my bag, it became an accent at once.
The price is reasonable, and I got the impression that most of the visitors bought it. Be careful, especially with the popular colors, as they run out quickly.
Which should you choose, plush toys or soft key chains?
- For those who want to decorate their rooms or collect their favorite colors: Plush toys are recommended.
- Those who want to carry it around and use it everyday → Soft keychains are recommended.
- Those who want both → There is a purchase limit, so it is best to aim for the time when the numbered tickets are available.
What is Care Bears™? A colorful character loved around the world
Care Bears™ were created in 1982 by American Greetings, an American card company.
Originally appearing as an illustration on greeting cards, Care Bears™ became popular for their colorful bodies, the symbol mark on their bellies, and their adorable expressions.
Through the development of cartoons and plush toys, the character has become a worldwide craze, loved by people of all ages in countries throughout the United States, Europe, and Asia.
In recent years, the animated series "Unlock the Magic" has been released, once again attracting the attention of children and adults alike.
Each Care Bear symbolizes a theme such as friendship, hope, and happiness, and they bring positive feelings to those who see them.
This limited edition item is a collaboration between Care Bears and ILLIT, a hot K-POP group of the 5th generation.
potipWhat is ILLIT?
ILLIT is a 5-member K-POP girl group from BELIFT LAB, a subsidiary of HYBE, a major entertainment agency in South Korea. st Single "Toki yo tomare"will be released on September 1, 2025 .
Limited Production Character Collaboration Edition
Care Bears™ will appear on the CD jacket of ILLIT Japan 1st Single 'Toki yo Stopped'! This is a collaboration disc with a lot of product contents.
<Product details
⚫︎ Manufacturing Limited Care Bears™ Edition 2,700 yen (tax not included) / 2,970 yen (tax included)
- CD (1 copy)
- Envelope for CD (1)
- A5 size envelope (1)
- Photo book (44 pages)
- Set of 5 solo photo cards
- Profile book (set of 5)
- Photo sticker (1) *1 total
- Deco sticker (1 sheet) *1 total
PochipMeaning of the group name
ILLIT is a coined word combining I'll (I'll be ~) and It (something special),
It means "to be yourself and have the potential to become anything you want to be.
Members
- YUNAH (YUNAH / Korea)
- MINJU (MINJU / Korea)
- MOKA (Japan)
- IROHA (IROHA / Japan)
- WONHEE (Korea)
Composed of members with different nationalities and personalities, the group has a strong global orientation.
Debut song "Magnetic
ILLIT was born through the survival program R U Next?
The title track "Magnetic" from their debut album SUPER REAL ME exploded on TikTok and Spotify and became a global hit.
Reason for popularity
- High expectations as a next generation group from HYBE
- High fashion and visual appeal
- Empathetic stories spreading on SNS
This collaboration with Care Bears™ is an ideal project that synchronizes Care Bears' worldview of "respecting and coexisting with individuality" with ILLIT's diverse and life-size appeal.
Q&A｜Care Bear x ILLIT collaboration goods
Summary
Care Bears × ILLIT collaboration items are the biggest highlight of this pop-up store.
Both plushies and keychains have become very popular due to their limited edition feel, design, and compatibility with guess activities.
Conclusion: If you have a guess, you definitely want to get one!
Stock is limited on a daily basis, so visiting early is recommended.
Summary of sales locations and availability
- Purchase limit: 1 item per person, limited number of items sold per day
- Free admission: After 18:00 each day (no numbered tickets required. However, the remaining stock is small)
Store Name: Laforet Harajuku 5F MAKE THE STAGE
Address: 1-11-6 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0001, Japan
Regular holiday: nashi (Pyrus pyrifolia, esp. var. culta)
Event Name: Care Bears™ pop-up store "Bears on the stage
Admission fee: free
Special Notes: One item per person, limited number sold per day
Weekday Business Hours: 11:00 - 8:00
Holiday Business Hours: 11:00 - 8:00