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JAKKS Pacific and Aniplex of America Extend Partnership to Distribute an Array of All-New Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Toys and Collectibles
SANTA MONICA, Calif., March 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- JAKKS Pacific, Inc. (NASDAQ: JAKK), a leading global manufacturer of toys and consumer products, and its costume division, Disguise, announced today the extension of its partnership with Aniplex Inc. to distribute a new line of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba costumes, toys, collectibles, and accessories. Under this expanded partnership, Disguise will continue to distribute Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba costumes, while also expanding the b
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