Orion Breweries Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Tomigusuku City, Okinawa Prefecture; President and CEO: Kazu Murano) will launch a limited-edition product, the 'Orion Clear Free Chiikawa Design Can,' in collaboration with 'Chiikawa,' a popular social media-originated manga series illustrated by Nagano. The product will be available starting Tuesday, July 28, 2026.
The 'Chiikawa × Orion Beer' series is a special collaboration highlighting Okinawan culture. The first wave, featuring T-shirts and towels, and the second wave, featuring mascot plush toys wearing Orion T-shirts, received widespread acclaim from customers. Responding to this positive feedback, the company is now launching a special design can featuring 'Orion Clear Free,' a non-alcoholic beer-flavored beverage born in Okinawa, together with the beloved characters from 'Chiikawa.'
The can design features Shisa and Kurimanju, charmingly dressed in clothing adorned with the Orion logo, adopted as an original design for Clear Free. The image of them raising a toast with radiant smiles, one hand holding a Clear Free can, expresses the warmth of Okinawa and the comforting, joyful moment of 'a healing toast' in everyday life.
Enjoy a heartwarming toast moment brought to you by 'Orion Clear Free,' born in Okinawa, and the adorable characters Kurimanju and Shisa from 'Chiikawa.'
About Orion Clear Free
Orion Clear Free has received high praise from customers since its launch as a non-alcoholic, beer-flavored beverage. Based on a crisp and easy-to-drink taste, it uses barley from Ie Island to deliver a subtle malt richness and beer-like refreshment. Furthermore, it is sugar-free, calorie-free, and purine-free, allowing health-conscious consumers to enjoy the sensation of drinking beer with peace of mind. The product was awarded the Grand Prix at the 76th 'Japan Food Selection' for its 'beer-like malt flavor and satisfying mouthfeel' and 'smooth drinkability with reduced bitterness.'
About Chiikawa
'Chiikawa' is a social media-originated manga series created by illustrator Nagano. It tells the heartwarming, bittersweet, and slightly challenging daily lives of the ever-diligent Chiikawa and his friends, including Hachiware and Usagi, each with their own unique personalities. The franchise has expanded widely through merchandise, collaboration cafes, and corporate partnerships. The book series 'Chiikawa: Something Small and Cute' is published by Kodansha and has reached eight volumes. Additionally, the TV anime 'Chiikawa' has been airing since April 2022 within 'Mezamashi Television' (Fuji TV network). The movie 'Chiikawa: The Secret of the Mermaid Island' is scheduled for release on Friday, July 24, 2026.
Product Overview
[Product Name] Orion Clear Free Chiikawa Design Can
[Type] Carbonated beverage
[Alcohol Content] 0.00%
[Ingredients] Fructose-glucose syrup (domestically produced), dietary fiber (soy dietary fiber, indigestible dextrin), barley, hops / carbon dioxide, flavoring, caramel color, antioxidant (vitamin C), acidulant, bittering agent, sweetener (acesulfame K)
[Capacity & Packaging] 350ml
[Release Date] Scheduled for release on Tuesday, July 28, 2026
[Sales Region] Nationwide
[Sales Locations]
Official online store
Chiikawa Market
Shisa no Omiyaguya, 3F, PARCO CITY, Sunae Nishibe Coast, Uruma City
Shisa no Omiyaguya POPUP STORE, 7F Event Space, Odakyu Department Store Shinjuku
and others
[Brand Website (updated 7/28)] https://www.orionbeer.co.jp/brand/clearfree/
[Official Online Store (updated 7/28)] https://shop.orionbeer.co.jp/collections/chiikawa
FACT BOX
- Source: PR TIMES
- Category: New Product