Sumikko Gurashi has become the official support character for the special exhibition “Great Antarctica Exhibition.” Commemorative tickets and original goods will be sold.
Sumikko Gurashi Becomes Official Support Character for “Great Antarctica Exhibition”
“Sumikko Gurashi” is a San-X character series based on the theme “Why is it so calming to be in a corner?” Characters such as Shirokuma, Penguin?, Tonkatsu, Neko, Tokage, and Ebi Fry no Shippo are slightly negative but full of individuality, captivating fans across generations from children to adults. The series celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2022.
Since April 2025, the TV anime “Sumikko Gurashi: Koko ga Ochitsukundesu” has been airing within Nippon TV’s morning information program “ZIP!” The fourth film, “Eiga Sumikko Gurashi: Sora no Oukoku to Futari no Ko,” was released on October 31, 2025.
Now, “Sumikko Gurashi” has been appointed as the official support character for the special exhibition “Great Antarctica Exhibition.” Antarctica, where we can learn about the Earth through its ice, air, sea, and living creatures, is an important place where Japan has been conducting observations and research for over 70 years. This exhibition allows visitors to see, touch, and experience the results of that research while having fun learning. Highlights include powerful footage, a display where you can experience the fierce “blizzard” wind, and the Earth’s record preserved in ice brought back from Antarctica.
Furthermore, tickets for the “Great Antarctica Exhibition” with special Sumikko Gurashi fluffy stickers will go on sale. The popular fluffy stickers are specially designed with Sumikko Gurashi illustrations for the exhibition, complete with a colorful sticker sheet decorated with aurora designs.
At the “Great Antarctica Exhibition” goods shop, original “Great Antarctica Exhibition x Sumikko Gurashi” items will also be sold.
“Great Antarctica Exhibition x Sumikko Gurashi Hanging Plush”
Each 1,900 yen (tax included). Five types of hanging plushies featuring Shirokuma, Penguin?, Tonkatsu, Neko, and Tokage dressed in Antarctic observation team cold-weather gear with the National Institute of Polar Research logo on the back. Special Antarctic observation team specification.
“Sumikko Gurashi Series Nui Pouch”
2,500 yen (tax included). A unique nui pouch with light blue and glitter accents. Features special Antarctic-style Sumikko Gurashi illustrations with aurora at the top and ice at the bottom.
“Great Antarctica Exhibition x Sumikko Gurashi Clear Holder 2-Piece Set”
900 yen (tax included). An original exhibition illustration with all the friends gathered together, plus a version with tiny Sumikko characters lined up, sold as a two-piece set.
“Great Antarctica Exhibition x Sumikko Gurashi Charm Ballpoint Pen”
900 yen (tax included). The charm is detachable.
“Great Antarctica Exhibition x Sumikko Gurashi Original Mini Towel”
600 yen (tax included). A must-have mini towel for summer, with a pastel color scheme based on the aurora.
“Sumikko Gurashi Series Acrylic Keychain” (1,200 yen each, tax included). Five types featuring Shirokuma, Penguin?, Tonkatsu, Neko, and Tokage, plus one with all characters together, for a total of six acrylic keychains. Each holds a key item related to Antarctica.
“Great Antarctica Exhibition x Sumikko Gurashi Original Tote Bag” (1,800 yen, tax included). A tote bag that can hold plenty of goods and materials. Canvas with refreshing blue illustrations of Antarctic-style Sumikko Gurashi characters.
Event Overview
[Exhibition Name] Special Exhibition “Great Antarctica Exhibition”
[Period] July 1 (Wed) – September 27 (Sun), 2026
[Venue] National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation (Odaiba, Tokyo)
[Opening Hours] 10:00 – 17:00 (last entry 30 minutes before closing)
[Closed] July 7 (Tue), July 14 (Tue), September 1 (Tue), September 8 (Tue), September 15 (Tue)
[Admission (tax included)]
Adults (19+): 2,000 yen (advance 1,800 yen)
Ages 18 and under (elementary school age and above): 1,300 yen (advance 1,100 yen)
Preschoolers (age 3+): 900 yen (advance 700 yen)
* ( ) indicates advance price. * Free for ages 2 and under.
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