Great news for anime fans in Malaysia! The “Animate Malaysia LaLaport BBCC Pop-up Store” is set to become a permanent fixture, officially opening in October 2025 on the L2 floor of LaLaport BBCC. With this exciting development, the store will be rebranded as “Animate Kuala Lumpur.”
For those unfamiliar, Animate is a leading specialty store for anime, comics, and games, boasting 125 locations across Japan. Their reach extends beyond Japanese borders, with stores operating in Taipei, Taichung, Bangkok, Seoul, Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou, and now, Kuala Lumpur!
“Animate Kuala Lumpur” promises to offer an even more extensive range of products from both Japanese and international franchises. Fans can look forward to not only character merchandise but also comics, art books, and much more. Keep an eye out for regular promotional events and fairs that are sure to delight enthusiasts!
But that’s not all! The space previously occupied by the pop-up store will be transformed into an exclusive “only shop,” featuring limited-edition items. Additionally, a new themed café is slated to open on the LG1 floor. This café will regularly rotate its themes, so be sure to check back often to see which anime series takes the spotlight next!
To top it off, the former pop-up store space will be renovated into an exclusive shop, and a brand-new themed café will make its debut on the LG1 floor. The café will feature rotating themes, so stay tuned to see which anime series will be showcased next!
Animate is committed to bringing even more joy to Malaysian fans than ever before. Whether you’re a long-time otaku or new to the anime scene, there’s never been a better time to dive into this colorful world. So mark your calendars and get ready to experience the ultimate anime shopping destination in Kuala Lumpur!
Store Details
animate Kuala Lumpur
Opening Date: October 2025
Address: MFBBCC RETAIL MALL SDN BHD 2016010188969 (1189832-W) G-47 MITSUI SHOPPING PARK LALAPORT BUKIT BINTANG CITY CENTRE No. 2 Jalan Hang Tuah, 55100, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Operating Hours: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Related Links
animate Homepage （The site is available in Japanese only.）
Official Facebook page for animate Malaysia
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