Railgun Summer Splash! “A Certain Scientific Railgun T” Water Play Pop-up Shop at Volks Akihabara Hobby Tengoku 2

We visited the brand-new “A Certain Scientific Railgun T” Water Play Pop-up Shop in Akihabara! True to its summer theme, the venue bursts with all-new swimsuit illustrations of your favorite characters and a massive lineup of exclusive goods—from can badges, T-shirts, and acrylic stands to surprise items like curtains you can actually use at home. A set of life-size character panels turns the space into an eye-catching photo spot that fans won’t want to miss.

Highlights: Exclusive Goods & Photo-Worthy Space

• Brand-new swimsuit visuals of the Railgun cast (Misaka Mikoto, Shirai Kuroko, Saten Ruiko, Uiharu Kazari, and more)
• Merch lineup: can badges, acrylic stands, clear files, T-shirts—and even curtains!
• Life-size panels create an immersive zone that’s perfect for photos

Lucky Draw: Win an A3 Poster (Non-sale Item)

For every ¥2,000 (tax included) you spend on event-related items at the venue, you can join the lottery once. On regular days, 2 winners per day will receive a non-sale A3 poster. Plus, there are SPECIAL DAY boosts where 5 winners are selected!

SPECIAL DAY Schedule

• Saturdays: Aug 30, Sep 6, Sep 13
• Sundays: Aug 31, Sep 7, Sep 14
• Final Day: Sep 15

Everyone who participates in the lottery receives a postcard (1 of 12 designs) as a participation prize.

Event Basics

• Event: “A Certain Scientific Railgun T” Pop-up Shop (Water Play)
• Dates: Aug 30 (Sat) – Sep 15 (Mon, National Holiday), 2025
• Venue: Volks Akihabara Hobby Tengoku 2, 7F Event Space
• Hours: Weekdays 11:00–19:00 / Sat–Sun & Holidays 10:00–19:00

About the Venue: Volks Akihabara Hobby Tengoku 2

This pop-up takes place inside one of Akihabara’s signature hobby landmarks—Volks Akihabara Hobby Tengoku 2, a seven-floor complex packed with figures, model kits, tools, trading cards, and rotating pop-up events.

For a full guide to the building and how to get there, check our venue introduction here: Discover Volks Akihabara Hobby Tengoku 2 – The Ultimate Hobby Shop in Akihabara .

Why You Should Go Now

The event has just begun, which means the best selection of sizes and designs is still on the shelves. If you’re traveling to Akihabara soon—or you’re a Railgun fan planning a merch hunt—put this pop-up high on your list.

Tips for Visitors

• Arrive early on weekends and SPECIAL DAY dates to avoid lines and secure your picks.
• Keep your receipts organized—every ¥2,000 in event purchases earns one lottery try.
• Bring a camera or phone for the life-size panel photo ops (mind the staff’s photography rules).