Japan's leading anime merchandise retailer, animate, will soon open a branch at One Ayala in Makati City, Philippine Primer reported. The store is expected to offer a wide range of anime-related products including figures, manga, and collectibles.
The new location at One Ayala will serve fans in Metro Manila, adding to animate's existing presence in the country. The retailer is known for its extensive selection of items from popular anime series such as One Piece, Attack on Titan, and Demon Slayer.
This expansion highlights the growing demand for anime merchandise in the Philippines, which has a large and active fan community. animate's entry into One Ayala is expected to boost foot traffic and further cement the mall as a hub for pop culture enthusiasts.