In celebration of its 25th anniversary, the 2000 animated feature Cardcaptor Sakura: The Sealed Card will return to Japanese cinemas beginning Friday, 11 July 2025. The re-release includes a screening of the accompanying short film Leave it to Kero!, originally presented alongside the feature during its initial theatrical run.
As part of the anniversary celebrations, a two-phase special giveaway campaign has been confirmed for cinema-goers. Attendees during the first screening week, from 11 to 17 July, will receive one of two B5-sized illustration cards featuring art by CLAMP, the manga artist group behind the franchise. For the second week, starting 18 July, viewers will be eligible to receive one of two limited mini shikishi boards, specially illustrated by the film’s chief animation director, Atsushi Abe.
In addition to the screening and giveaways, exclusive merchandise will be made available at participating cinemas from 11 July.
●The items include:
Clear File Set (2 designs) – Priced at ¥880 (incl. tax), this set features key visuals from both The Sealed Card and Leave it to Kero!.
Ticket File – Available for ¥770, this practical item incorporates branding from “THE HOPE”, a motif central to the narrative and thematic presentation of the film.
Postcard Set – The Sealed Card Edition – This ¥880 pack comprises five postcards featuring stills from the feature film.
Postcard Set – Leave it to Kero! Edition – Also priced at ¥880, this set showcases various scenes and expressions of the characters Kero and Suppi.
Scene T-shirt – A unisex, one-size T-shirt retailing at ¥3,850, printed with a memorable scene from the film. Sizing is approximately 74cm (length), 55cm (width), 50cm (shoulder width), and 22cm (sleeve length).
Random Scene Charms (9 varieties) – Each charm is priced at ¥880 and comes in a blind packaging format, encouraging collection and trade among fans.
Phone Tab & Neck Strap Set – Priced at ¥1,760, the set combines a phone tab branded with “THE HOPE” and a neck strap featuring Kero-themed design.
SD Acrylic Stand – Retailing for ¥1,430, this acrylic stand repurposes a chibi-style illustration originally released as a keyring in 2017.
Logo Glitter Keyring – Leave it to Kero! Edition – A decorative item featuring the title logo in glitter finish, priced at ¥990.
Acrylic Stand Frame – For ¥2,200, this stand can be assembled to display any of the collectible postcards or other B5-size visuals.
PIICA® + Clear Pass Case – Designed for use with contactless IC cards, this ¥2,200 item emits a light effect when tapped against a reader.
Hair Clip – At ¥2,530, this accessory is inspired by Sakura Kinomoto’s iconic costume design and can serve as both a fashion and character item.
THE HOPE Necklace – A ¥1,320 necklace shaped after the heart emblem of THE HOPE, suitable for casual wear or thematic styling.
Ribbon Choker – Reflecting Sakura’s red ribbon costume motif, this ¥3,300 accessory can be worn as a choker or fitted onto plush toys.
The theatrical return of The Sealed Card coincides with a broader revival of interest in late 1990s and early 2000s anime properties, many of which are seeing renewed merchandising and limited-time screenings as part of nostalgia-driven marketing. As a cornerstone title of CLAMP’s body of work, Cardcaptor Sakura continues to be recognised for its animation quality, narrative style, and cross-demographic appeal. It has maintained a strong presence across multiple formats, including manga reprints, Blu-ray remasters, mobile games, and collaborative merchandise.
The inclusion of Leave it to Kero! in the screening package further emphasises the studio’s attention to detail and fan service. The short film, although lighthearted and comedic in tone, remains a notable part of the franchise’s canon and is fondly remembered by fans for its humorous character interactions and casual narrative style.
