The 9 Most Popular Types Of Anime Merchandise That People Buy

According to the website ResearchDive, the global anime merchandise market was worth $28 billion in 2022. So it’s unsurprising that out of that massive amount of spending, certain types of anime merch are the most popular.

Or at least more popular than other types/

Let’s talk about those popular anime merchandise types that people buy.

Here’s a list.

1. Wall Art

Wall Art is an umbrella term you can use for anime merch like:

• Canvases.
• Posters.
• Vertical and horizontal wall art.

And anything else that fits those descriptions which you either hang on your wall with a pin or stick to your wall and everything in between.

Anime fans and customers buy a lot of anime wall art from shows like:

• My Hero Academia.
• Dragon Ball Z.
• Naruto.
• Jujutsu Kaisen.
• Sailor Moon.
• Cardcaptor Sakura.
• NGE.
• Sword Art Online.

And many other anime shows in various genres.

But fans also buy wall art that consists of:

• Original anime designs.
• Original anime characters.
• Mascots.
• Fanart.

And things that differ from the usual.

2. Clothing

Clothing comes in a variety of subcategories for obvious reasons.

When types of anime merchandise are sought out in the form of clothing, it looks like this:

• T Shirts.
• Hoodies.
• Sweatshirts.
• Shoes/Trainers.
• Pyjamas.
• Socks.

And everything related that you wear as clothing in some way shape or form.

Hoodies are seasonal but it all depends on the country. Many buyers are from the West, South America, the Philippines, etc, where T shirts and hoodies will be popular.

The rest all depends on the buyer (anime shoes and so on).

3. Notepads

Anime notepads, journals, notebooks, or however you decide to phrase it, are a type of anime merchandise that serves a different purpose.

In this case, it’s now to show it off or wear it, but write down your thoughts and feelings in anime style.

Typical sized anime notebooks are A4, with enough pages to write down a detailed amount of thoughts or information on lined paper (or blank pages depending on the item).

Usually it has an anime character on the front, back, or both sides of the notepad or journal.

4. Mugs & Cups

Mugs and cups are a staple in every household across the world, no matter where you are situated or living at.

Everyone either has a cup of:

• Coffee.
• Black Tea.
• Herbal tea.
• Milk.
• Water.

Or some other type of liquid or beverage in their cup in the mornings, afternoons, or evenings. This is what makes this type of anime merchandise so common but also fragile enough to take good care of (both for the customer and the one delivering the package).

Common designs on anime mugs are:

• Anime characters.
• Manga characters.
• Cute designs.
• Original designs.

And everything anime related.

5. Magnets & Stickers

Anime magnets and stickers serve a different purpose yet again to other forms of anime merchandise.

This type of anime merch is for:

• Sticking to your fridge, computer, desk, etc.
• Used as a visual reminder.
• Something you wear on your shirt, clothing, etc (magnet).
• Something you show off to the outside world or indoors.

And the many more reasons for using anime stickers, and magnets, of all sizes, for various purposes.

They are also cheap and cheerful which is why it’s a popular type of anime merchandise to buy online or offline. In fact, it may be the cheapest type of anime merch you can get.

6. Luggage accessories

Anime luggage isn’t as famous or desired as other forms of anime merch in general, probably because of its price and practical use, but it’s also something sought out by anime fans.

When you want to travel in style, anime luggage helps you achieve that with your choice of anime characters and tastes.

Whether it’s:

• Original anime character designs.
• Mascots.
• Anime like Demon Slayer.
• Characters like Vegeta, Sailor Moon, Ryuko, or Erza Scarlet.
• Or anime logo designs taken from shows like Naruto, etc.

Your anime luggage accessories can either be subtle, or as flamboyant as you choose based on what suits your desires best.

7. Computer Accessories

Computer accessories in a world where Laptops, Tablets, desktops, and technology is so in demand, can’t be ignored. This is why this form of anime merchandise is sought out.

Everyone has a desire for computer accessories in the form of anime merch since most use tech in some practical sense.

Examples include:

• Notebook bags.
• Laptop bags.
• Tablet cases.
• Mousepads (small and large).
• Desk mats.

And everything that will make your remote or online life more colourful, animated, and visually pleasing.

That’s regardless of whether the characters are original or from the average anime show like One Piece.

8. Hats & Caps

Hats and caps are a staple in urban society. But it obviously goes beyond urban circles since in the case of woolly hats, they are worn in colder countries in the West, Russia, and many other places.

Whichever your choice this type of anime merchandise is popular for fashion reasons.

• Baseball caps.
• Trucker hats.
• Snapbacks,
• Woolly hats.
• Bob hats.

Any of these types of hats with some anime text, characters, or otherwise, is just enough to make it distinctive and stand out whatever the occasion.

9. Smartphone cases

And the 9th type of anime merchandise people LOVE to purchase is smartphone cases.

iPhone cases are at the top of the list for their availability in general, but it also includes many Android smartphone brands like Samsung, Xiaomi, Huawei, Sony, Motorolla, and others.

Common purchases for anime smartphone cases include:

• Text designs.
• Logos.
• Slogans.
• Original anime art.
• Fanart.

Smartphone cases are all about protecting your device, and having an anime specific case is a way to not just show off your phone, but to make the dull appearance shine and pop like never before.

Anime fan art, unless it’s public domain, should always be officially licensed.