Hello, everyone! I'm Saori from Kawaii Republic!

Today's featured merchandise theme is...... Have you ever wondered what would happen if Sumikko Gurashi characters 'evolved'?

Familiar characters appearing in forms you've never seen before! It seems that this new merchandise theme, “What If Sumikko Evolved?” is based on an illustration posted on official X (formerly Twitter) on November 24th, also known as Evolution Day! What if these familiar characters evolved into all sorts of unexpected forms?This concept sparks the imagination, while still keeping the characters adorably designed as merchandise!

The mini mascots are just too cute! The fried shrimp tail has stretched so much that it almost looks like a dragon now......You can also enjoy these adorably evolved forms through stickers, bags, and more!

They've even been made into plushies you'll want to hug tightly! Which do you prefer—their usual appearance or their newly revealed 'evolved' forms?Their style has changed just a bit, but they leave such a different impression! Be sure to check out the other items too! Personally, I really love the evolved version that looks like a long-bodied dachshund!