The Rise of Odekake Kozame: A Summer Sensation
In 2023, one of the standout anime series that unexpectedly captured widespread attention was Odekake Kozame. This charming tale follows the delightful escapades of a young shark named Kozame, whose adventures have resonated with audiences across various platforms. Weekly short episodes released on YouTube contributed significantly to its growing popularity, leading to numerous collaborative events throughout Japan.
Exciting Collaborations at Red° Tokyo Tower
On August 13, the official social media account for Red° Tokyo Tower announced an exciting collaboration with Odekake Kozame, featuring a range of merchandise and interactive experiences. This event ran from September 6 to September 29 and included unique offerings such as puzzles and themed cafés.
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Image via odekake-kozame/”>official website, attendees who purchased tickets received a special lunch mat adorned with artwork featuring Kozame alongside a playful message: “You devoured it all! Amaz-SEA-ing!”
The merchandise lineup was extensive, including pin badges, acrylic stands, keychains, stickers, die-cut cushions, face towels, good luck charms, clear file folders, t-shirts, tote bags—alongside some quirky items like canned bread and can pouches. Prices ranged from approximately ¥550 to ¥3,520 (around $4 to $25).
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Themed Café Delights
The collaboration café featured an enticing menu inspired by the series’ main character. Guests could enjoy dishes such as Kozame-chan Hawaiian pizza, apple pie, a refreshing sky-blue Ramune drink, and delicious pineapple yogurt—each order came with one out of six collectible coasters themed around Odekake Kozame.
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Additionally, visitors had the chance to engage in an interactive puzzle game where they could earn stickers featuring their favorite shark upon completion.
Special Meet-and-Greet Event
One highlight of this collaboration was a special meet-and-greet opportunity with Kozame on September 15th. However, fans needed to enter a raffle held between August 31st and September 4th for their chance at securing tickets for this exclusive encounter.
This partnership between Red° Tokyo Tower and Odekake Kozame provided fans with an enjoyable way to celebrate summer’s end through engaging activities centered around their favorite characters. While this event has concluded successfully for now; there is hope among fans that more collaborations will emerge in the future.
Conclusion
As we reflect on this vibrant summer event celebrating Odekake Kozame, it’s clear that its charm has left an indelible mark on both attendees and participants alike—showcasing how anime can foster community engagement through creative collaborations.
Intern at SMK University