Frontier Works is bringing a unique cultural collaboration to Anime Expo 2025 in Los Angeles. For a limited time, fans across North America can purchase exclusive goods from the “Hatsune Miku × Tokyo National Museum” Cultural Property Conservation Program, blending iconic Vocaloid characters with treasured pieces of Japanese history.
This one-of-a-kind program features merchandise inspired by the Tokyo National Museum’s Important Cultural Properties and reimagined with fan-favorite characters Hatsune Miku, Kagamine Rin, and Kagamine Len. Frontier Works will display the collection from July 3 to July 6 at the animate GROUP booth (SH-504) in the South Hall of Anime Expo 2025. Attendees will get early access to product samples, on-site sales, and a venue-exclusive ticket-style card.
Cultural Icons Meet Pop Culture
Among the highlights are “Fuyuki Kosode Miku,” a design inspired by the Edo-period kimono Robe (Kosode) with Autumn Flowers, and “Beauty Looking Back Miku,” based on the famed Beauty Looking Back ukiyo-e painting. Also featured are the “Haniwa: Warrior in ‘Keikō’ Armor Miku” and “Haniwa: Dancing People Rin & Len,” inspired by ancient haniwa terracotta figures.
These striking designs reflect the dual spirit of artistic innovation and cultural preservation. A portion of all merchandise sales will go toward the Tokyo National Museum to help fund conservation efforts.
Shop the Collection Online
Select made-to-order items—including large acrylic stands and reproduction prints—are now available for pre-order through the animate USA Online Shop until July 20, 2025 (PDT). Attendees at Anime Expo can also preview these items in person.
Featured Items Include:
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Fuyuki Kosode Miku: Big Acrylic Stand, Poster, Postcard, Tenugui
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Beauty Looking Back Miku: Reproduction Print, Tote Bag, Clear File, Towel, Keychains, Mouse Pad, Can Badges, and more
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Haniwa Series: Acrylic Moving Stands, Can Badges, Postcards, Sticker Sets
For fans of Miku and Japanese culture alike, this collaboration offers a rare opportunity to celebrate the past while supporting the future of cultural preservation.
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Source: Frontier Works
