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Monchhichi Enjoys Summer at Whity Umeda with First Collaboration Decorations "Monchhichi's Fun Fun Summer!"

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Published Jul 3, 2026 9:00 PM ・ Updated Jul 8, 2026 7:05 PM ・ 7 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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Monchhichi Enjoys Summer at Whity Umeda with First Collaboration Decorations "Monchhichi's Fun Fun Summer!" — Image: PR TIMES

PRIMARY SOURCE Original source: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000085.000023196.html Distributor: PR TIMES
Published: Jul 3, 2026

Whity Umeda, operated by Osaka Chika Gai Co., Ltd., will hold the summer decoration project "Monchhichi's Fun Fun Summer!" from Friday, July 17 to Sunday, August 16. This project, the first collaboration with Monchhichi as Whity Umeda's summer decoration, will unfold a world where Monchhichi enjoys summer in three locations within the facility, themed around the sea, sunflowers, and summer festivals. We will deliver a space overflowing with cuteness that will make you want to take pictures.

"Monchhichi" is a plush toy released in 1974 by Sekiguchi Corp., loved for its pacifier-sucking pose and adorable freckles. Since its release, it has been cherished by a wide range of generations for many years and continues to be loved by many fans.

"Monchhichi's Fun Fun Summer!" Overview

◆ Period: Friday, July 17, 2026 – Sunday, August 16, 2026

* The final day will end at 8:00 PM.

* Admission is free.

* Viewing is not possible during nighttime/early morning hours when Whity Umeda is closed.

◆ Venue: "Izumi Square," "Sunny Terrace," and "Passageway between Faruru" within Whity Umeda

Overview of Decorations at Each Plaza

Decoration Image of Izumi Square

Izumi Square "Sui Sui Sui"

At Izumi Square, we express Monchhichi enjoying the world of the sea. In addition to motifs of seashells, coral, starfish, and bubbles, jellyfish-like decorations and sparkling blue spatial effects create a fantastical world as if you've dived into the sea. Monchhichi in costumes inspired by mermaids and sea creatures will adorably enjoy the summer sea. In the center, there is a photo spot where you can take pictures with Monchhichi, offering visitors a special summer commemorative photo experience.

Decoration Image of Sunny Terrace

Sunny Terrace "Sunflower Garden"

In the "Sunflower Garden," decorated with abundant fresh sunflowers, Monchhichi in summer attire will greet you. In addition to vibrant yellow sunflowers filling the space, garden-style decorations with pinwheels and wooden objects express a bright and expansive summer landscape. It is a perfect spot for summer commemorative photos, combining gorgeousness with approachability.

Decoration Image of Passageway between Faruru

Passageway between Faruru "It's a Summer Festival!"

In the FARURU passageway, Monchhichi dressed in yukata and jinbei will appear, centered around a yagura (festival tower) decoration inspired by a summer festival. Monchhichi-patterned lanterns, fans, and fireworks motifs will decorate the space, creating a lively and nostalgic atmosphere of a Japanese summer festival. Through scenes that evoke the fun unique to summer festivals, such as bon odori (bon dance), goldfish scooping, and yo-yo fishing, we express a bustle that will make you want to stop and look.

Event Outline

Example of Monchhichi-kun and Monchhichi-chan fan design

[One-Day Only] Monchhichi-kun and Monchhichi-chan Photo Session

◆ Date: Saturday, July 25

◆ How to Participate: Present receipts totaling 1,500 yen or more (tax included, combined) from Friday, July 17 to the day of the event.

On the day of the event, limited-edition "Pacifier Fans" will also be distributed.

* Distribution ends when supplies run out.

* Detailed times and participation methods will be announced sequentially on the official SNS.

Event Details

https://www.monchhichi.co.jp

https://www.instagram.com/monchhichi_official

https://whity.osaka-chikagai.jp/

https://www.instagram.com/whityumeda

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Source: PR TIMES
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The images display various Monchhichi-themed summer decorations at Whity Umeda, including a sunflower garden, an underwater scene, and a summer festival setup. The final image shows two Monchhichi characters, a boy and a girl, in overalls.

An illustration of the "Sunflower Garden" decoration at Whity Umeda, featuring Monchhichi dolls among sunflowers and pinwheels, with a sign reading "Sunflower Garden" and "Monchhichi Whity".
An illustration of the "Sui Sui Sui" decoration at Whity Umeda, depicting Monchhichi dolls dressed as mermaids and sea creatures in an underwater-themed setting with coral and bubbles.
An illustration of the "Sunflower Garden" decoration at Whity Umeda, featuring Monchhichi dolls among sunflowers and pinwheels, with a sign reading "Sunflower Garden" and "Monchhichi Whity".
An illustration of the "Natsumatsuri Damon" decoration at Whity Umeda, showing Monchhichi dolls in yukata and jinbei amidst summer festival elements like lanterns and fireworks motifs.
A full-body studio shot of two Monchhichi characters, a boy and a girl, wearing blue denim overalls and colored shirts, standing against a white background.

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