⛔ISSUE 47: POKÉMON, DEMON SLAYER, DEATH NOTE — BIG WEEK FOR THE CULTURE

Big week. Hypland is dropping Saturday, there's a Death Note collab that made my jaw drop (boots that cost more than my phone, but hear me out), and I finally made a change I've been putting off for months. Let's get into it.

I switched from my website shop links to ShopMy, and honestly? It's a long overdue upgrade. Everything's easier to manage, easier to update, and, here's the part I'm most excited about, I can now curate items based on YOUR assigned persona from the anime style quiz.

If you haven't taken it yet, do it now. Your recommendations are going to look completely different from someone else's, and that's the point.

I built a free quiz that maps you to one of 25 anime-inspired style archetypes, and it's more useful than it sounds.

This isn't "which character are you." It's a blueprint. Are you a Gojo Satoru Luxe Casual? A Nana Osaki Punk Luxe? A Vash the Stampede Deconstructed Western? Your result tells you exactly what direction your wardrobe should be moving in.

25 archetypes. Free. Takes a few minutes.

Got your result? I want to see it. Post your persona and tag me, @anti__weeb_imxni on TikTok and IG. I'm reposting my favorites.

📅 Pre-orders open now through April 20 | Available: April 21
💰 Price range: TBD (Graniph typically runs $30-80)
🎯 What to know: This is Graniph, so expect the unexpected, they lean into quirky graphic design over standard character prints. Plus Ultra designs including Deku, All Might, and villains.
🔗 Link: www.graniph.com
⭐ My take: Graniph's MHA collabs tend to be more design-forward than the average collab.

📅 In-store: April 25 | Online: April 28 at 11am (Taiwan only)
💰 TBD
🎯 What to know: NAVY® is a Taiwan-based streetwear label with serious cult following. The DanDaDan collab concept is chaotic in the best way, aliens, bananas, and the brand's signature nautical DNA. The 26SS collection imagery is genuinely unhinged and I respect it.
🔗 Link: www.instagram.com/navy_co
⭐ My take: Taiwan-exclusive, so US access is tricky. Worth watching resale and proxy services if you're serious about it. Also WTF?! Why did they use that image for PROMO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Freaky ahhh frogzzzzzzzzzzzzz

📅 Available now via Zoff online store (April 17 launch)
💰 Frames: approx. $89 each | Accessories: $3-6
🎯 What to know: Character-inspired eyeglass frames for Midoriya, Bakugo, Iida, Todoroki, and Aizawa, plus trading cleaning cloths and acrylic keychains. The Aizawa frames are exactly what you'd expect and I'm not mad about it.
🔗 Link: zoff.co.jp
⭐ My take: Glasses are one of the most underrated subtle flex items. If your prescription is due for a renewal, this is your sign.

📅 Pre-orders open now — closes May 6, 2026 at 11:59pm JST
💰 Misa Tee: ~$43 | Backpack: ~$64 | Leather Dress: ~$100 | Ankle Boots (collab with NEW ROCK): ~$465
🎯 What to know: QOOZA partnered with Spanish footwear brand NEW ROCK for those boots. Heavy-duty, chunky, Misa-coded. The Misa Death Note backpack is the sleeper hit of this collection, gothic enough to be interesting, wearable enough to use daily.

🔗 Link: qooza.jp
⭐ My take: The boots are a fashion moment, not a practical purchase. The tee and backpack, though? Solid Anti-Weeb Fashion pieces if Death Note is your series. Pre-order closes May 6.

📅 Reservations open now via PREMICO online shop
💰 Approx. $320 USD | Numbered edition engraved on case back
🎯 What to know: A commemorative timepiece for Pompompurin's 30th anniversary. Each unit is individually numbered, that's the kind of detail that matters for collectors. 🔗 Link: iei.jp/purin-30th
⭐ My take: Watches are the move when you want to rep a character without wearing it on your chest. This is subtle, collectible, and will hold sentimental value. Not for everyone, but if it's for you, you already know.

📅 In-store: May 2 | Online: May 3 | More exclusives: June 6
💰 100+ items across apparel, accessories, home, and grocery
🎯 What to know: This is Target, so temper expectations on construction quality. But 100+ items means there will be a few genuinely wearable pieces buried in the mix. Worth browsing online May 3 before committing.
🔗 Link: Target.com
⭐ My take: I will be judging everyone that gets this, were not gonna act like Target isn’t blacklisted. Someone mentioned that you may be able to get this from the Pokemon center store and I’ll keep you updated on that cause I refuse to buy from target

📅 Drops: Available now
🌎 USA & Canada only
🔗 www.hashirastudios.com

This is the Furin uniform from Wind Breaker done correctly. Gold and green knit directly into the sleeves and collar, not printed, not patched, knit in.

This isn't a merch piece. Someone who actually understands garment construction designed this. Only Wind Breaker readers will clock the reference, everyone else just sees a sharp knit jacket.

⭐ My take: No restock announced. If you're in the US or Canada and you've been waiting for Wind Breaker merch that treats the series seriously.

📅 Drops: Friday, April 18 @ 9AM PST
🔗 hypland.com

Full collection details drop on release day, which usually means the standout pieces are being held back on purpose.

⭐ My take: Hypland's track record speaks for itself.

📅 Drops: TBD
🔗www.mstrwatches.com

Details are still locked but a Demon Slayer collab from Mister Watches is on the way. If you've been following my Mister Watches coverage, you already know the quality is there. I'll have a full breakdown the moment details go live.

📅 Pre-order closes: April 26 @ 8PM PST
💰 Shirt: $129.99 | Crossbody Bag: $299.99 | Wolfwood Shirt: $249.99 | Wolfwood Pouch: $69.99
🌎 Ships from Japan to US & Canada
🔗us.super-groupies.com

The Vash shirt has his prosthetic arm detail on the left sleeve and the Project SEEDS logo on the chest. The crossbody bag has Vash's gun embossed on the flap with the D-ring positioned to evoke the gun trigger. SuperGroupies' original lining weaves in geraniums, bullets, and sand from No Man's Land. All of it intentional.

⭐ My take: Pre-order only, they mean it when they say no guarantees on regular stock. Decide before April 26.

📅 Pre-order closes: May 10 @ 8PM PST
💰 Watches: $419.99 each | Backpack: $329.99
🌎 Ships from Japan to US & Canada
🔗us.super-groupies.com

Three watches and a backpack inspired by Saber, Archer, and Lancer. Timepieces that hold their own without the fandom context.

⭐ My take: $419.99 per watch is a real commitment. Only cop if you're wearing it daily. These aren't shelf pieces.

Japanese specialty retailer Whisky Mew is dropping a premium single malt Scotch whisky dressed in Inuyasha branding. The Tomatin 2012 vintage is a respected distillery. Collector's item and lifestyle flex first.

The digital reservation period officially opens via the official WHISKY MEW website on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, and will conclude on Tuesday, April 21, 2026.

Purchases are strictly limited to a maximum of two bottles per person.

My Ace hat from Sparktrendz. If you've been asking about it from my latest video, I hear you, and I'm sorry to be the one to say it: Sparktrendz is shutting down. Not surprised, honestly. But the hat's not available anymore, and I'm not going to pretend I know a direct dupe right now. When I find something close, you'll be the first to know.

Witch Hat Atelier. I'm on episode three and Coco already has me absolutely livid. I get that she's a child. I logically understand this. And yet. The animation is stunning enough that I'm pushing through, but I might just read the manga at this point. The Brush Buddy sold me on giving it a shot and I don't regret that decision, I just need Coco to make better choices. Reply if you've seen it. I need to talk to someone.

This Kanto jacket. I can't stop thinking about it. It has taken up rent-free residence in my brain and I have no notes. If you know, you know. If you don't know yet, you will. BUT WTF IS IT AT TARGET!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Stay stylish,

Imani