Ai Yazawa, the celebrated manga artist behind beloved series such as Tenshi Nanka Janai, Gokinjo Monogatari, Paradise Kiss, and NANA, is inspiring a new line of collectible gummy candies. Each package includes a rubber clip featuring characters and motifs from these iconic works. The products will hit store shelves nationwide in November 2026, available at mass retailers’ confectionery sections.
Tenshi Nanka Janai
From Tenshi Nanka Janai, a story set in a high school student council that explores school life, friendship, and romance, four clip designs are offered. The cute illustrations of Midori and Akira are standout features.
Gokinjo Monogatari
Gokinjo Monogatari follows high school girl Kouda Misako, who dreams of becoming a designer, and the relationships and love stories of those around her. Five clip designs are available, each with a cute and pop aesthetic inspired by the characters.
Paradise Kiss
From Paradise Kiss, the story of high school girl Hayasaka Yukari who is scouted as a fashion model by a group of fashion school students, two clip designs appear. The blue butterfly and dress motifs, symbols of the series, are especially recommended to be worn together.
NANA
NANA depicts the friendship, love, setbacks, and growth of two young women named Nana—Komatsu Nana, who moves to Tokyo to live with her boyfriend, and Oosaki Nana, who comes to the city to succeed as a musician. Four clip designs are available, featuring mature-cute colors and designs.
The enclosed gummy candies are mixed berry flavor and come in five shapes. Don’t miss this chance to get exclusive Ai Yazawa merchandise available only here.
Product Details
| Product Name | Ai Yazawa Rubber Clip Gummy |
|---|---|
| Price | 350 yen (385 yen including tax) |
| Release Date | November 2026 |
| Sales Locations | Confectionery sections at mass retailers nationwide |
| Target Age | 15 years and older |
| Contents | 1 rubber clip (15 types total), 26g gummy candy |
*Images may include combinations of multiple items.
*Price is manufacturer’s suggested retail price.
*Availability start dates may vary by store.
*Actual product may differ slightly from images.
*Information as of publication date; subject to change without notice.
(C) Yazawa Manga Seisakusho / Shueisha
(C) Yazawa Ai / Shueisha
(C) Yazawa Manga Seisakusho / Shodensha
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