Rakuten’s official character “Okaimono Panda” will be made into an anime! Broadcasting will begin in the fall of 2024, and the CV will be played by Ikue Otani, who is well-known for her TV commercials.

Rakuten Group’s official character “Okaimono Panda” is featured in the anime “Okaimono Panda!” ” has been announced to begin broadcasting in the fall of 2024.

Anime “Shopping Panda! ” is an original story that brings out the new appeal of “Shopping Panda” by a gorgeous production team that has brought many masterpieces to the world. Continuing from the memorable TV commercial with catchy phrases and comical dance moves, Ikue Otani (Pokémon series, ONE PIECE) will be the voice of “Shopping Panda.”

In addition, the director is Shinji Takamatsu, the series composition is by Higashi Shimizu, and the animation production is by Shinei Douga, a gorgeous production team that has brought many masterpieces to the world. Prior to the broadcast, the anime “Shopping Panda! ‘The teaser visual and first PV have also been released.

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Shopping Panda (voice actor: Ikue Otani)

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Work hard at all times! Although he may be a little shy at times, he is a kind-hearted and hard-working person. What I like is shopping. Sometimes problems occur due to the things you buy…!?

Comment from Ikue Otani

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I sang a song in a commercial as “Okaimono Panda” and was involved for many years. Now, that’s going to be made into an anime?! We’ll be talking a lot, I’m sure.

I have known him for a long time, and although he has spoken a little, most of his expression has been through singing, so I am very happy to be able to meet him again in a new form as a new “shopping panda.” What will it be like? I’m also excited to see what kind of daily life and what kind of story will unfold!

I hope everyone is looking forward to the “Shopping Panda” anime.

Comment from director Shinji Takamatsu

I was surprised to be making an animation about the “Shopping Pandas”, people I’ve been familiar with for a long time and who also love using LINE stamps.

Now, I was thinking about what kind of anime I should make, and since it’s called “Shopping Panda,” it’s about a shopping-loving “Shopping Panda” and his best friend, “Little Panda,” who buy all sorts of things every time and cause an incident. I wanted to make it a fun anime.

Please join us in experiencing the new adventures of the “Shopping Pandas” who have jumped into the world of anime.

“Rakuten GirlsAward 2024 S/S” will feature the anime “Shopping Panda!” ” special stage will be held.

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Rakuten GirlsAward 2024, one of Japan’s largest fashion and music events, will be held on Friday, May 3, 2024 (holiday) at Yoyogi National Stadium First Gymnasium.

“SPRING/SUMMER” will feature many artists and guests, as well as corporate booths with gorgeous prizes. And the anime “Shopping Panda! ” special stage will be held! We will deliver anime information with luxurious guests. You can also watch the event live on GirlsAward official TiKTok.

Anime “Shopping Panda! ” Work summary

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Scheduled to start broadcasting in fall 2024

【staff】

Director: Shinji Takamatsu

Series composition: Higashi Shimizu

Character design: Yasue Sosogi

Animation production: Shinei Animation

【cast】

Shopping Panda: Ikue Otani

(C)Rakuten/Shopping Panda!