Japan Post to sell 2027 illustrated New Year cards from November 2
The character-themed cards, including Snoopy and Moomin designs, will be sold only at post offices nationwide and the Japan Post online shop.
Japan Post will begin selling illustrated New Year's postcards for 2027 on November 2, 2026, according to animeanime.jp. The cards will be available only at post offices nationwide and through the Japan Post online shop.
The line-up includes designs featuring Snoopy, Moomin and the character series "Boku, Shimaenaga." Each of these comes in two designs of three identical cards, priced at 820 yen per pack. Shaun the Sheep cards follow the same format: two designs, three identical cards each, at 820 yen.
Monchhichi and "Konkombre" cards are sold in packs of two identical cards, in two designs, at 600 yen each. The same format and price apply to the Matsuken, Hello Kitty and Puppet Sunsun designs.
The Matsuken cards include a feature: scanning the QR code on the address side plays a New Year greeting message, available until January 31, 2027.
Sales period and online conditions
Post office sales run from November 2, 2026 to January 15, 2027, and quantities are limited. The Japan Post online shop will sell the cards until December 24; buyers need a free internet membership registration, and shipping fees apply separately.
Quick answers
When do the 2027 New Year's postcards go on sale?
They go on sale on November 2, 2026 at post offices nationwide and through the Japan Post online shop.
How much do the character New Year's postcards cost?
Snoopy, Moomin, "Boku, Shimaenaga." and Shaun the Sheep packs are 820 yen each; Monchhichi, Konkombre, Matsuken, Hello Kitty and Puppet Sunsun packs are 600 yen each.
How long are the post office sales?
Post office sales run until January 15, 2027, while the online shop sells until December 24.