Official Merchandise Wave 2 for "Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of Mermaid Island" Goes on Sale

New Products Drop for the Theatrical Release of "Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of Mermaid Island" — Including an Online-Exclusive Pre-Order for the Giant Siren Plush

TOKYO, July 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Gray Parka Service inc., the official merchandise partner behind Chiikawa Market (chiikawamarket.jp), today announced the launch of Wave 2 official movie merchandise — new products releasing July 24, 2026 to coincide with the nationwide theatrical opening of "Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of Mermaid Island". Among the new lineup, the standout item is the Chiikawa Movie "Chiikawa" Siren Plush L, available exclusively via pre-order during a limited window.

All Wave 2 items launch at 11:00 AM JST on July 24 (Fri): Available for immediate purchase, and the Siren Plush L opens for pre-order the same day, exclusively through Chiikawa Market. Shop the full collection at: 
https://chiikawamarket.jp/en/collections/chiikawamovie-20260724 

A Lineup for Every Chiikawa Fan

Chiikawa the movie merchandise spans a wide range of categories ,from collector's items to everyday accessories and stationery. Highlights include character mascots, acrylic keyrings, phone straps, pouches, luggage tags, and more, all featuring designs inspired by the movie's characters and world. The full Wave 2 lineup goes on sale at Chiikawa Market starting July 24.

Browse the complete Wave 2 collection: https://chiikawamarket.jp/en/collections/chiikawamovie-20260724?utm_source=webmedia&utm_medium=en&utm_campaign=prwire 
Explore all official Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of Mermaid Island merchandise: https://chiikawamarket.jp/en/pages/chiikawamovie?utm_source=webmedia&utm_medium=en&utm_campaign=prwire 

Meet the Siren — the Movie's Most Mysterious Character

The Siren is the enigmatic character at the heart of "Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of Mermaid Island". Now it comes to life as a large, ultra-soft plush you can take home. At approximately 40 cm tall, this collector-grade plush captures every detail of the Siren's iconic design — making it a must-have for fans who want a piece of the movie experience.

 

Product Name	Chiikawa Movie "Chiikawa" Siren Plush L
Reference Price	¥6,000 (Note: Excludes taxes and duties. Final shipping fees, local taxes, and duties will be calculated and converted to your local currency at checkout, based on your destination country/region.)
Size	Approx. H400 × W320 × D250 mm (15.7" × 12.6" × 9.8")
Pre-Order Window	July 24 (Fri), 2026, 11:00 AM JST – July 30 (Thu), 2026, 11:59 AM JST
Estimated Shipping	Sequential shipping expected from mid-December 2026; delivery timing may vary by country/region
Order Site	Official Chiikawa Web Shop "Chiikawa Market" (https://chiikawamarket.jp/en/products/4571609405900?utm_source=webmedia&utm_medium=en&utm_campaign=prwire)

Product Name

Chiikawa Movie "Chiikawa" Siren Plush L

Reference Price

¥6,000

(Note: Excludes taxes and duties. Final shipping fees, local taxes, and duties will be calculated and converted to your local currency at checkout, based on your destination country/region.)

Size

Approx. H400 × W320 × D250 mm (15.7" × 12.6" × 9.8")

Pre-Order Window

July 24 (Fri), 2026, 11:00 AM JST – July 30 (Thu), 2026, 11:59 AM JST

Estimated Shipping

Sequential shipping expected from mid-December 2026; delivery timing may vary by country/region

Order Site

Official Chiikawa Web Shop "Chiikawa Market" (https://chiikawamarket.jp/en/products/4571609405900?utm_source=webmedia&utm_medium=en&utm_campaign=prwire) 
 

Three-Wave Merchandise Release — Timed to the Movie

To celebrate the theatrical release of "Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of Mermaid Island", official merchandise will launch in three waves before and after the movie's opening. Be sure to check Chiikawa Market for each new release:

Wave	Release Date	Highlights
Wave 1	July 10 (Fri), 11:00 AM JST	Mascot plushies, pouches, bags, figures, stickers, and more — on sale now
Wave 2 *	July 24 (Fri), 11:00 AM JST	Keychains, stationery, soundtrack CDs, and more + Siren Plush L pre-order opens (THIS RELEASE)
Wave 3	Aug 7 (Fri), 11:00 AM JST	New mascot plushies, large figures, scene-cut goods, and more

Wave

Release Date

Highlights

Wave 1

July 10 (Fri), 11:00 AM JST

Mascot plushies, pouches, bags, figures, stickers, and more — on sale now

Wave 2 *

July 24 (Fri), 11:00 AM JST

Keychains, stationery, soundtrack CDs, and more + Siren Plush L pre-order opens (THIS RELEASE)

Wave 3

Aug 7 (Fri), 11:00 AM JST

New mascot plushies, large figures, scene-cut goods, and more

About the Film: "Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of Mermaid Island"

One day, Chiikawa and Hachiware are relaxing in the square when Usagi shows up with a flyer stuck to their face. The flyer turns out to be an invitation to a "special island" — promising easy monster-hunting jobs, 100x the usual rewards, and unlimited free ramen and sweets. Tempted by the offer, the gang sets sail. But what awaits them on the island is far more than they bargained for...

Theatrical Release：July 24, 2026 (Japan-wide)
Official Movie Site：https://chiikawa.toho-movie.jp/

About Chiikawa

Chiikawa is a manga series created by illustrator Nagano, originally launched on X (formerly Twitter). It follows the ever-diligent Chiikawa and a colorful cast of friends — including Hachiware, Usagi, and more — through everyday stories that are fun, bittersweet, and sometimes a little tough.

With over 4.69 million followers on X, a long-running TV anime airing on Fuji TV since April 2022, and a manga series published by Kodansha (8 volumes), Chiikawa has become a globally popular franchise, loved in Japan and increasingly around the world.

About the Official Chiikawa Web Shop "Chiikawa Market"

Pre-order the Siren Plush L and explore all Wave 1, Wave 2, and Wave 3 merchandise at the official Chiikawa Market:
https://chiikawamarket.jp/en/pages/chiikawamovie?utm_source=webmedia&utm_medium=en&utm_campaign=prwire

Chiikawa Market ships directly to customers overseas — no proxy-shopping or forwarding services (and their fees) are required. The store supports multiple languages, local currencies, and local payment methods.

All applicable duties and fees are calculated and included at checkout, so there are no surprise charges upon delivery. Fans anywhere in the world can shop with confidence.

Chiikawa Market: 
https://chiikawamarket.jp/en?utm_source=webmedia&utm_medium=en&utm_campaign=prwire

About Gray Parka Service inc.

Gray Parka Service inc. (Representative Director: Yukiharu Ishiwata; Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo) designs and distributes character merchandise for Chiikawa, Nagano Characters, mofusand, Koupen-chan, and more. The company operates Chiikawa Market, the official Chiikawa web store, with a mission to put fans first in every product it creates.

Website：https://grayparkaservice.com/en
Address：New River Tower 7F, 1-6-11 Shinkawa, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
Founded：August 2012

Media Contact
Email：m-gps-pr@grayparkaservice.com
URL：https://grayparkaservice.com/en/pages/contact-us-corporate-customers    

※ All prices listed in JPY. Prices vary by country/region. ※ All times are listed in Japan Standard Time (JST). ※ Product images are samples; actual items may differ slightly. ※ International shipping availability may vary. Please check the order site for details. ©nagano ©nagano / 2026 Chiikawa the Movie Film Partners

※ All prices listed in JPY. Prices vary by country/region.

※ All times are listed in Japan Standard Time (JST).

※ Product images are samples; actual items may differ slightly.

※ International shipping availability may vary. Please check the order site for details.

©nagano ©nagano / 2026 Chiikawa the Movie Film Partners

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Official Merchandise Wave 2 for "Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of Mermaid Island" Goes on Sale

Official Merchandise Wave 2 for "Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of Mermaid Island" Goes on Sale

Health Ministry Seeks Affordable Malaysian Healthcare for Bangladeshi Patients

DHAKA, Bangladesh, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A delegation from Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council (MHTC), led by H.E. Mohd Shuhada Othman, High Commissioner of Malaysia to Bangladesh, met with H.E. Sardar Md. Sakhawat Husain, Honourable Minister of Health and Family Welfare of Bangladesh, at his office to further advance healthcare cooperation between Malaysia and Bangladesh.

The engagement forms part of MHTC's Working Visit and Engagement in Bangladesh from 17 to 20 August 2026 and builds on the momentum generated by the official visit of the Prime Minister of the People's Republic of Bangladesh to Malaysia on 22 June 2026. During the visit, the Leaders of both countries expressed optimism about expanding bilateral cooperation in the healthcare sector, particularly in conjunction with Malaysia Year of Medical Tourism 2026 (MYMT2026).

The meeting provided an opportunity to explore avenues for closer collaboration in healthcare and medical tourism, while further strengthening the longstanding and friendly relations between Malaysia and Bangladesh. This commitment is underpinned by growing demand. Healthcare travel revenue from Bangladeshi healthcare travellers to Malaysia rose from RM2.2 million in Q1 2025 to RM2.7 million in Q1 2026, representing a 22.7 per cent increase and highlighting the growing potential of Bangladesh as an important market for Malaysian healthcare.

"Malaysia and Bangladesh have built more than five decades of partnership, and in June our leaders agreed to extend that partnership into healthcare. Our responsibility now is to translate that commitment into practical cooperation, not only in healthcare travel, but in the exchange of skills, standards and knowledge that strengthens both our systems," said Dato' Suriaghandi Suppiah, Chief Executive Officer of MHTC.

The Honourable Minister emphasised the importance of making Malaysian healthcare more accessible and affordable to the wider population in Bangladesh, including through competitive pricing and, where possible, special packages. He also stressed the importance of establishing clear and effective communication channels between patients and hospitals to ensure a smooth healthcare journey. Malaysia's combination of medical excellence, accessibility, and a Muslim-friendly environment, supported by high safety standards, specialised healthcare services, and Malaysian hospitality, provides a strong foundation for meeting these needs. Malaysia's established healthcare ecosystem, regulated under the Ministry of Health Malaysia, together with its patient-centred approach, further provides patients and their families with confidence throughout their healthcare journey.

Representing Irving Aviation, MHTC's local partner in Bangladesh, HBM Lutfur Rahman highlighted the benefits that Malaysian healthcare can offer Bangladeshi patients, including access to experienced specialists and established medical institutions, as well as Malaysia's Muslim-friendly environment, halal food, and renowned hospitality.

Under MYMT2026, themed "Healing Meets Hospitality", MHTC will continue to expand its engagement in Bangladesh through potential healthcare awareness and educational programmes, participation by Malaysian healthcare institutions in relevant initiatives, specialist consultation and second-opinion programmes, and further government-to-government and institutional engagements. MHTC will continue working with Bangladeshi health authorities, healthcare institutions and professionals throughout MYMT2026 to establish durable, mutually beneficial partnerships that strengthen healthcare cooperation between Malaysia and Bangladesh.

For media inquiries and further information, please contact:

Siti Hamidah Mohd Najib
Senior Executive, PR and Media
Communications
+603 8776 6168
hamidah.m@mhtc.org.my

Mohamad Shahizam Fauzi                                                 
Head, Communications
+603 8776 6168                                                                   
shahizam.f@mhtc.org.my

Abid Rahman Rafsan
+8801762001467
Irving Aviation Ltd.

About Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council

Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council (MHTC), established in 2009 under the purview of the Ministry of Health (MOH) Malaysia, is entrusted with developing and nurturing the "Malaysia Healthcare" brand. MHTC enhances, coordinates, and promotes Malaysia's healthcare travel industry by fostering industry collaborations and building valuable public-private partnerships both domestically and internationally. With 91 member hospitals nationwide, MHTC continues to elevate the healthcare travel ecosystem through strong branding, seamless patient experiences, and strategic market initiatives. In line with these efforts, MHTC is spearheading the Malaysia Year of Medical Tourism (MYMT) 2026, the nation's first dedicated year to celebrate and advance healthcare travel. MYMT2026 serves as a milestone initiative to showcase Malaysia's world-class healthcare offerings, strengthen its position as the premier global healthcare destination, and highlight the industry's significant contribution to the national economy.

MHTC's website: https://www.malaysiahealthcare.org.

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MALAYSIA AND BANGLADESH TRANSLATE LEADERS' COMMITMENT INTO HEALTHCARE COOPERATION