Bandai Namco to Open First Official Store in Mexico City
The Japanese company Bandai Namco is set to open its first official store in Mexico City, a significant move for fans of anime, video games, and Japanese pop culture. This new branch aims to become a central meeting point for enthusiasts, offering a wide array of figures, collectibles, and merchandise inspired by some of the most recognized franchises.
The store will be located at Nápoles 33, Colonia Juárez, in the Cuauhtémoc borough, an easily accessible area near Paseo de la Reforma and Insurgentes, adjacent to the corporate offices of Yama Insurgentes Reforma.
A Hub for Exclusive Merchandise and Collectibles
The new establishment is primarily focused on collectors, bringing together various Bandai product lines. Fans can expect to find:
- Gunpla (Gundam model kits)
- Gashapon (Japanese collectible capsule toys)
- Tamashii Nations figures
- Banpresto and Ichibansho figures
- Tamagotchi products
Additionally, the store will feature merchandise and products related to both retro and modern anime franchises, including Dragon Ball, Gundam, One Piece, Naruto, Demon Slayer, Spy X Family, and My Hero Academia, among others.
This initiative marks an important step for the collecting market in Mexico, which has seen substantial growth in recent years due to increasing interest in figures, special edition products, and anime and video game-related items. For many fans, this official store will provide easier access to authentic products and specialized shopping experiences, eliminating the need for imports or external distributors.
Anticipated Grand Opening
While Bandai Namco Mexico has not yet published an official inauguration date on its channels, various reports and accounts from individuals who have visited the establishment point to Friday, August 21, 2026, as the likely opening day. The company has also hinted at a major surprise in Mexico City through social media, accompanied by an image of the future store’s facade with the message, “Something very big is about to open.”
Although the company has not yet revealed all the details of its offerings, initial images of the property show a space divided into distinct thematic areas, dedicated to some of the brand’s most popular lines and franchises.
Bandai Namco’s Expanding Presence in Mexico
Bandai Namco is one of Japan’s most prominent entertainment companies, with globally recognized properties in both video games and toys and collectibles. This opening represents a new phase in Bandai Namco’s strategy to directly engage with its Mexican fanbase. The company already has a presence in the country through the distribution of toys and collectibles. In 2025, Bandai Namco brought the Gundam Base Pop-Up Store to Mexico for the first time as part of its expansion into Latin America. Now, collectors will have a dedicated space to find various properties from the company.
The company is expected to announce more details about the inauguration date, available brands, and special activities accompanying the opening of this new space in the capital in the coming weeks.
