mofusand, one of Japan’s most popular cute-character series right now, is teaming up with UNIQLO’s graphic-tee line, UT. The collection lands on Friday, June 19, 2026, and it’s all about the outdoors: fluffy little cats camping, hiking, and generally living their best summer lives across four designs.
At ¥1,990 each, these UNIQLO character tees are affordable, lightweight, and take up almost no room in your suitcase — which makes them near-perfect Japan souvenirs (or just a comfy shirt to wear on the trip). Here’s what’s in the mofusand UT drop, plus how to actually get one as a traveler: where to shop, how tax-free works, and how to avoid missing out.
Who (or what) is mofusand?
mofusand is a character series by the Japanese illustrator Juno (ぢゅの) — round, fluffy cats dressed up in costumes, equal parts adorable and a little surreal. The breakout star is “Same-nyan,” a cat in a shark suit, joined by “Ebi-nyan” in a shrimp costume and a whole roster of friends.
mofusand is huge in Japan, with touring exhibitions and collabs with brands and chains such as Sanrio, FamilyMart, and Kura Sushi. It has also caught on across Asia and beyond, and UNIQLO stocks mofusand UT in some markets outside Japan too — so if you miss it here, you may be able to track it down back home (stock and lineups vary by country and season).
The mofusand UT collection (out June 19, 2026)
Release date | Friday, June 19, 2026 |
Price | ¥1,990 each (tax incl.) |
Sizes | XS–3XL |
Lineup | Women’s tees, 4 designs |
Theme | The outdoors (camping & hiking) |
Where | UNIQLO stores nationwide + UNIQLO online |
This drop leans into camping season, with cats out exploring nature in relaxed, summer-ready designs. The cut is a shorter, cropped style that pairs easily with pants or a skirt. The four designs:
1. A cat hiking with a backpack — check the back for sneaky little paw prints.
2. Cats holding giant ears of corn, in bright, summery colors.
3. Outdoorsy cats on a mountain, peeking through binoculars as if birdwatching.
4. A sleeping-bag cat as a small chest motif, with a cat lounging in a hammock across the back.
Where can travelers buy it?
You’ll find mofusand UT at UNIQLO stores nationwide and on the UNIQLO Japan online store, though a few stores may start selling on a different date. Online, sales are scheduled to begin at 8:15 a.m. on Friday, June 19. In Tokyo, the big flagship stores — UNIQLO Ginza and UNIQLO Shinjuku — carry a wide selection and are easy to fit between sightseeing stops.
Sizes run XS–3XL, and the cropped cut pairs easily with wide-leg pants or a skirt. That said, stock and available sizes vary from store to store, so if there’s a size you really want, it’s worth checking store availability on the official site first. Sizing is Japanese, so if you’re between sizes, consider going up one.
How to shop tax-free
Most UNIQLO stores offer tax-free shopping for foreign visitors, though a handful of branches are excluded — and note that the UNIQLO online store isn’t eligible. Show your passport, and once you spend ¥5,500 or more including tax (¥5,000 before tax) at one store on one day, you qualify. Three mofusand tees come to ¥5,970 including tax, so buying three or more clears the tax-free minimum.
One heads-up: from November 1, 2026, Japan switches to a “refund” system, where you pay the tax up front and claim it back at the airport when you leave. As of June, you still get the discount at the register — but for the full picture, see our guide to Japan’s tax-free system.
Beating the sell-out
UNIQLO’s character collabs are popular, and the most-wanted designs can thin out fast after launch. If you have your heart set on a design, go on the morning of June 19 or keep an eye on the online store for size availability. Can’t make it that day? Try again later in your trip, or remember that overseas UNIQLO stores sometimes carry mofusand too.
While you’re here this June
June is a lovely time around Tokyo, with hydrangeas in bloom and early-summer events on. If you’d like to fold a little seasonal sightseeing into your shopping trip, our Tokyo & Kamakura guide and summer heat survival guide are good places to start.
This article was translated from the original Japanese with AI assistance and reviewed by our editorial team. The Japanese version is authoritative.
