Monchhichi is joining Uniqlo’s repair and remake service RE.UNIQLO STUDIO for a new embroidery service that allows fans to customize select designs. The service begins on Friday, October 23, 2026, at stores equipped with RE.UNIQLO STUDIO.
A 14-design embroidery lineup
Released by Sekiguchi in 1974, Monchhichi is known for its pacifier pose, freckles, and distinctive construction: a plush body with a soft vinyl face and limbs. The character has been sold in more than 30 countries, with cumulative sales of 100 million units to date.
The RE.UNIQLO STUDIO lineup includes 14 designs, featuring various expressions and poses of the classic Monchhichi and Monchhichi-chan, as well as the Monchhichi logo.
Some designs can be customized by choosing from 19 thread colors. The embroidery service is available for Uniqlo items purchased in the past or on the same day.
UTme! adds 88 new Monchhichi designs
At UTme!, which makes it easy to create original T-shirts and tote bags, new Monchhichi design stamps will be released on Friday, October 23, 2026. The update adds 88 new designs, including colorful illustration styles, so fans can make their own Monchhichi items.
UTme! is available at 95 stores across all 47 prefectures and through the UTme! online site.
Pricing and availability
| Start date | Friday, October 23, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Price | Monchhichi logo/outline type: 700 yen per design Color type: 1,500 yen per design |
| Locations | 19 stores with RE.UNIQLO STUDIO. The Setagaya Chitosedai Store is scheduled to open on Friday, October 23, 2026. |
| Notes | Some collaboration items, BABY items, and innerwear are not eligible. Embroidery may not be possible depending on the material or location. Contact the handling store for details. |
Related Monchhichi books
Two Monchhichi-related books listed with the source are Motto! Monchhichi 50th Anniversary Book (G-MOOK) and Monchhichi Gyugyutto! Sticker Book (Kodomo Mook), each priced at 1,650 yen. Prices and stock are as of the article’s publication.
Source article by Hori Megumi.
