To commemorate the release of the latest film in the "Star Wars" series, "The Mandalorian and Glogo" (directed by Jon Favreau, released simultaneously in Japan and the US on May 22), a limited-time store, "STAR WARS SPECIAL STORE by BENELIC," opened at Ikebukuro PARCO (Toshima-ku, Tokyo) on March 23 (until August 16). On the opening day, Koto Nishi of the popular group "INI," known for being "Star Wars" fans, and Takeya Tsukaji of the comedy duo "Drunk Dragon" made an appearance and held a talk event.
The two celebrated the launch of the latest merchandise with a countdown, engaging in a lively discussion about their love for Star Wars alongside fans who had gathered to be among the first to get their hands on Mandalorian & Glogo merchandise. Nishi is such a big Star Wars fan that he even attended "Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025" held in Japan last year, and he is also a collector of merchandise, owning a giant Millennium Falcon made of approximately 7,500 LEGO pieces. He said that he admires the Mandalorian in the new film, explaining, "He even wears a mask at home. He has an unapproachable aura, and his love is deep, which makes him seem more masculine."
Tsukaji, who has loved "Star Wars" for many years since the first film, "Episode IV," and is also a figure collector, appeared wearing a happi coat with Glogoo on the back. He said he "relates to Glogoo's eating scenes. He's quite the glutton," and added that he "is really curious to see how he grows up."
The movie "Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Glogu" is set five years after the death of Darth Vader and the fall of the Empire. The lone bounty hunter, "The Mandalorian," takes on a job to deliver alive Glogu, also known as "The Child," who is said to possess immense Force power and be a being capable of changing the world, to his client. The Mandalorian initially hands over Glogu in exchange for a large reward, but feeling a strange connection, he breaks his family's rules and takes Glogu back. During their journey, the two gradually develop a bond like that of a father and son. However, remnants of the old Imperial army, who want to obtain Glogu's power at all costs, are pursuing them...
