Doraemon is expanding its English-language distribution through a new partnership between CAKE and TV Asahi, while new merchandise and a physical game release continue to extend the franchise's presence across media.
Production company CAKE and TV Asahi announced a partnership in June 2026 to distribute the Doraemon anime in the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and parts of EMEA, with plans to produce a new English-language version of the series. The deal marks a significant push to refresh the franchise for English-speaking audiences.
On the merchandise front, Medicom Toy released six new Ultra Detail Figure products in late June, featuring character pairings and scene-specific designs priced between 1,650 and 1,980 yen. A collaboration with fashion brand LAD MUSICIAN launched in June, offering DJ- and band-themed T-shirts and accessories at the Shibuya PARCO flagship store and THE DORAEMON STORE.
In gaming, the physical Switch package version of Doraemon's Dorayaki Shop Story, originally released digitally in 2024 as part of the Fujiko F. Fujio 90th birthday project, received a review noting its relaxed management simulation gameplay and the appearance of characters from multiple Fujiko works. The franchise also participated in Tanabata 2026 wishes alongside other major anime and manga properties.
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Avail will sell 'I'm Doraemon' eco-bags exclusively at the Shimamura Park online store starting July 13. The bags come in two designs-Anywhere Door and Memory Bread-priced at 2,750 yen each. The items are part of the Sanrio-designed Doraemon goods series.
Anime News Network published a five-part roundup of Tanabata greetings from across the anime, manga, and video game industries on July 7, 2026. The collection includes wishes and illustrations from official accounts for series such as Bungo Stray Dogs, Detective Conan, My Hero Academia, Sakamoto Days, Doraemon, Chibi Maruko-chan, Hell's Paradise, and Dragon Quest. Video game franchises like Final Fantasy, Monster Hunter, and Like a Dragon also participated, alongside creators including Hideo Kojima, Yuki Kaji, and Shoko Nakagawa. Several series tied their posts to new releases: the second season of Yoroi Shin Den Samurai Troopers premiered on July 7, My Happy Marriage released a special Tanabata illustration and announced a three-episode special for 2026, and My Stepmother and Stepsisters Aren't Wicked began airing on July 8. The roundup also features greetings from manga titles like Chiikawa, MARRIAGETOXIN, and Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You, as well as from studios Tatsunoko Production and Square Enix.
Medicom Toy has released six new Ultra Detail Figure (UDF) products based on the Doraemon series. The lineup includes Gera Gera Doraemon, Harubaru from Planet Haruka, Gattai Nori, Gian & Muku, Doraemon & Suneo, and Doraemon & Nobita. Prices range from 1,650 yen to 1,980 yen. The figures are available now at the Medicom Toy official store and other retailers.
Production company CAKE announced a partnership with TV Asahi on June 19 to distribute the Doraemon anime franchise in the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and parts of EMEA. The companies plan to produce a new English-language version of the series to refresh the library for English-speaking audiences.
Japan's Fair Trade Commission published formal guidelines on June 22, 2026, to standardize anime production contracts. The guidelines address payment for delays, cancellation reimbursement, and copyright compensation, and urge streaming platforms to share viewer data for fair creator compensation. The move supports Japan's goal to triple anime exports to ¥6 trillion by 2033.
ASCII.jp reviews the Switch package version of Doraemon's Dorayaki Shop Story, a management simulation where players run a dorayaki shop in a town populated by characters from Fujiko F. Fujio's works. The game, originally released digitally in 2024 as part of the Fujiko F. Fujio 90th birthday project, now has a physical edition with a permanent bonus guide. The reviewer notes the game's relaxed pace and the appeal of seeing characters from multiple Fujiko series appear.
A new Doraemon collaboration with fashion brand LAD MUSICIAN launches June 13 at the Shibuya PARCO flagship store and THE DORAEMON STORE. The collection features DJ and band-themed designs, including 10 T-shirt styles showing characters as musicians, plus record shoulder bags, caps, and acrylic key rings. Online sales begin June 15.