Orion Beer, the beer everyone in Okinawa grew up with, has teamed up with Chiikawa (ちいかわ) for a souvenir line called "Shisa no Omiyage-yasan" (シーサーのおみやげやさん), a make-believe Okinawan gift shop. On August 21, 2026, the line gets two new hats, a cap and a safari hat, both featuring the shisa (シーサー), Okinawa's lion-dog guardian.
The collaboration has been running since late July, and the official online shop carries around 20 items in all, from mascots to a non-alcoholic canned drink. The catch: the popular pieces sell out fast, and the online store ships within Japan only. Here is where you can actually get your hands on it while you're in the country, plus a few things worth knowing before you buy.
The August 21 drop is two new hats. In Tokyo, catch the pop-up at JR Ikebukuro Station (August 18-31); in Okinawa, head to Orion's own stores or Naha Airport. The official online shop ships within Japan only, not overseas.
The two hats, out August 21
The two new pieces both put the shisa front and center. On the official online shop they go on sale at 10:00 a.m. on August 21, limited to one of each per transaction, with quantities capped.
Shisa no Omiyage-yasan Cap, Beige (3,960 yen)
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A beige cap featuring a shisa with a hibiscus flower on its head, flashing a peace sign. It measures about 570 mm (57 cm) around, adjustable roughly 15 mm either way with the back strap.
Shisa no Omiyage-yasan Safari Hat, Khaki (4,180 yen)
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A khaki safari hat with a shisa set beside the Orion Beer logo. It measures about 605 mm (60.5 cm) around, 85 mm tall, with a brim of about 65 mm.
Worth flagging: the hats are shisa-themed. The main Chiikawa cast doesn't appear on them; if you want Chiikawa, Hachiware or Usagi, look for the other items in the line.
What else is in the collection
"Shisa no Omiyage-yasan" is styled like an Okinawan gift shop. Beyond the hats, the roughly 20-item lineup includes mascots of the four characters (Chiikawa, Hachiware, Usagi and the shisa, 2,090 yen each), six T-shirt designs (4,950 yen each), a tote bag, a face towel, stickers and a clear file.
That said, much of the collection is already sold out, T-shirts included, and stock shifts by the day. At the time of writing, the four mascots were still available.
For a drink, there's a non-alcoholic option: the Orion Clear Free Chiikawa Design Can (350 ml, 0.00% alcohol, out July 28). It's decorated with the shisa and Kurimanju (栗まんじゅう, another Chiikawa character) and is sold nationwide.
Availability and stock levels vary by shop and over time, so check with each shop before you go. Since it's 0.00% alcohol, it also makes an easy gift for someone who doesn't drink.
Buying in Tokyo: the Ikebukuro pop-up
In Tokyo, a "Shisa no Omiyage-yasan" pop-up takes over the event space just outside the south ticket gates of JR Ikebukuro Station, where you can see the goods in person. It runs from August 18 to 31, 2026.
The hats go on sale on August 21, so if a hat is what you're after, aim for the 21st or later.
Buying in Okinawa: Orion's stores and the airport
In Okinawa, the line is carried by Orion's own stores and the "Shisa no Omiyage-yasan" shops. Pick whichever fits your route.
- Orion Official Store (Naha, Motobu, Nago)
- "Shisa no Omiyage-yasan," Naha Airport International Terminal, 2F (it sits in the international-terminal area, so check whether you can access it and buy there before counting on it)
- "Shisa no Omiyage-yasan," San-A Urasoe Nishikaigan PARCO CITY, 3F
- Shuri Castle Park, shop in front of Suimuikan (the hats may not be stocked here; if you want a hat, try the stores above first and check stock in advance)
Of these, the Orion Official Stores (Naha, Motobu, Nago) are permanent Orion shops in town, useful for Okinawa souvenirs well beyond this collab. For the hats, they're your best bet since anyone can walk in during opening hours, though quantities are limited, so check stock ahead.
Before you buy
To make sure you actually come away with something during your trip, keep these in mind.
- No overseas shipping. The online shop delivers within Japan only, not to an address abroad. A hotel you're staying at or a friend in Japan works fine.
- Items sell out fast. Popular pieces go quickly, and stock changes frequently.
- Tax-free isn't confirmed. There's no word on duty-free sales, so ask in store.
- No end date has been announced. Quantities are limited and it may end once stock runs out, so don't assume a fixed deadline.
- The hats are shisa-themed. If you want goods with the Chiikawa characters themselves, go for the mascots or another item.
For another Chiikawa drink tie-up, see our piece on the Chiikawa x Suntory collaboration bottles 2026.
This article was translated from the original Japanese with AI assistance and reviewed by our editorial team. The Japanese version is authoritative.
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