Steamy Collaboration: Madoka Magica Meets Japanese Bathhouses
Get ready to soak in some magical vibes! The beloved anime Mahou Shoujo Madoka★Magica (also known as Madoka Magica) is teaming up with the Gokurakuyu and RAKU SPA bathhouse group for a piping hot collaboration event. Starting January 8, 2026, across 19 participating stores, fans can enjoy exclusive goods and character-themed original baths.
Gokurakuyu・RAKU SPA x Mahou Shoujo Madoka★Magica collaboration original design postcard.
About Mahou Shoujo Madoka★Magica
Mahou Shoujo Madoka★Magica is an original anime that aired from January 2011, spanning 12 episodes. This groundbreaking magical girl story captivated audiences with its blend of everyday life, unpredictable thrills, and a unique worldview where girls and magical girls coexist. It all begins with a mysterious encounter experienced by the protagonist, Kaname Madoka.
The series was followed by compilation movies in 2012: [Zenpen] Hajimari no Monogatari (translated as “The Beginning Story”) and [Kouhen] Eien no Monogatari (“The Eternal Story”). A new chapter arrived in 2013 with [Shinpen] Hangyaku no Monogatari (“Rebellion Story”). The hype continues with the upcoming latest film, Gekijouban Mahou Shoujo Madoka★Magica 〈Walpurgis no Kaiten〉, scheduled for release in February 2026.
Key Staff
| Role | Name |
|---|---|
| Director | Shinbou Akiyuki |
| Script | Urobuchi Gen (Nitroplus) |
| Original Character Design | Aoki Ume |
| Animation Production | Shaft |
Collaboration Event: “Poka Poka Mahou Shoujo Madoka★Magica no Yu”
The magical quintet—Kaname Madoka, Akemi Homura, Tomoe Mami, Miki Sayaka, and Sakura Kyouko—will appear in special limited-edition illustrations for this cozy collaboration, titled “Poka Poka Mahou Shoujo Madoka★Magica no Yu” (which can be translated as “The Warm and Cozy Madoka Magica Bath”).
The “Mahou Shoujo Madoka★Magica Plus Set” comes with a collaboration-limited muffler towel (all 5 types, randomly given).
True to the bathhouse theme, the event features unique offerings like the “Mahou Shoujo Madoka★Magica Plus Set”, which includes a collaboration-limited muffler towel (one of five random designs) for an additional ¥1,100 (tax included) on top of the admission fee. A must-have for any fan!
Exclusive Collaboration Goods with New Illustrations
The goods lineup is as charming as it is diverse, featuring items like:
- Life-size Acrylic Stands showcasing the characters in adorable yukata (bathrobe) attire.
- Trading Locker Key-style Keyholders that evoke the feel of onsen lockers.
- Clear Files, a staple for any collector.
For every ¥2,000 (tax included) spent on collaboration goods at the store, you’ll receive one random clear card from a set of 10 original designs.
Online sales will also begin on January 8th at 12:00 PM.
A look at the full collaboration goods lineup♪
Character-Themed Limited Menus
Each magical girl gets her own dedicated food and drink items! For example:
- Kaname Madoka: “Madoka’s Favorite Cream Stew with Pan Gratin” and “Madoka’s Strawberry Chocolate White Water”.
- Akemi Homura: “Homura’s Luxurious Parfait Worth Eating Again and Again” and “Homura’s Floral Squash”.
There’s also a shareable, generous portion of “Magical Girl Potato & Nuggets” and a “Magical Girl Charge Drink (with Tumbler)” for sale.
Every order of a collaboration menu item comes with one random coaster from a set of 10 designs.
The substantial and tempting collaboration menu☆
Collaboration Baths & Decorations
Five unique collaboration baths, each inspired by a character, will be available. The bathing areas will be decorated with special tapestries, and stores will feature new illustration panels and nobori (banner flags) for a fully immersive experience.
The five character-inspired collaboration baths!
Event Details and How to Participate
The Gokurakuyu・RAKU SPA x Mahou Shoujo Madoka★Magica collaboration “Poka Poka Mahou Shoujo Madoka★Magica no Yu” runs from January 8 to February 3, 2026 at 19 participating Gokurakuyu and RAKU SPA Group stores.
There’s an extra bonus for social media savvy fans: After following the official X (formerly Twitter) account, post about the collaboration using the hashtag #ぽかぽかまどかマギカの湯 and show the post at the store reception. You’ll receive a collaboration original design postcard as a gift while supplies last!
Participating Stores
- Gokurakuyu Hachinohe Store (Aomori Prefecture)
- Gokurakuyu Tomiya Store (Miyagi Prefecture)
- Gokurakuyu Natori Store (Miyagi Prefecture)
- Gokurakuyu Group Takayama no Yu (Yamagata Prefecture)
- Gokurakuyu Mito Store (Ibaraki Prefecture)
- Gokurakuyu Kashiwa Store (Chiba Prefecture)
- Gokurakuyu Hanyu Onsen (Saitama Prefecture)
- Gokurakuyu Ageo Store (Saitama Prefecture)
- RAKU SPA 1010 Kanda (Tokyo)
- RAKU SPA BAY Yokohama (Kanagawa Prefecture)
- Gokurakuyu Yokohama Serigaya Store (Kanagawa Prefecture)
- RAKU SPA Cafe Hamamatsu (Shizuoka Prefecture)
- RAKU SPA GARDEN Nagoya (Aichi Prefecture)
- Gokurakuyu Matsuzaki Store (Niigata Prefecture)
- Gokurakuyu Makio Store (Niigata Prefecture)
- Gokurakuyu Kanazawa Nonoichi Store (Ishikawa Prefecture)
- Gokurakuyu Hikone Store (Shiga Prefecture)
- Gokurakuyu Ibaraki Store (Osaka Prefecture)
- Gokurakuyu Miyazaki Store (Miyazaki Prefecture)
(C) Magica Quartet/Aniplex, Madoka Project
Writer: 《hidegomi》
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