Must-Visit Stores at ACG Base, LaLaport BBCC – A Pop-Culture Heaven for Anime Fans
The ACG Base at LaLaport BBCC isn’t just another mall section — it’s a multi-tenant zone dedicated entirely to anime, comics, and games. From character cafés and exclusive merch to curated bookstores and IP-themed desserts, each store at Level 2 offers a unique slice of Japan’s vibrant subculture. Here’s your definitive guide to the must-visit tenants that make ACG Base a one-of-a-kind destination in Malaysia.
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1. animate – Japan’s #1 Anime Specialty Store
📍Lot L2-15, 16, 17
As Japan’s most recognizable anime store chain, animate needs no introduction. This is their first full-fledged outlet in Malaysia, offering a complete lineup of anime character goods, manga, Blu-rays, CDs, and limited-edition collabs straight from Japan. Whether you're searching for a rare Haikyuu!! keychain or the latest Demon Slayer manga, this store is a treasure trove for hardcore fans.
2. animate the only shop – Limited-Time Pop-Up Focus
📍Lot G-47 (Ground Floor)
Unlike its main branch, this dedicated spin-off outlet shines the spotlight on one franchise at a time. Every month brings a new theme—Evangelion was first on the roster—so you’ll want to keep checking in for fresh IPs and exclusive goods that can’t be found anywhere else.
3. animate Cafe, LaLaport BBCC
📍Lot LG1-13a (Lower Ground 1)
animate café at LaLaport BBCC offers a one-of-a-kind café experience that brings anime culture to your coffee cup—literally. Unlike traditional cafés, this stand-style café serves up drinks that are just as photogenic as they are flavorful This isn’t just any pop-up. Animate café is an official extension of animate, Japan’s largest and most beloved specialty store for anime and manga merchandise. The café keeps things fresh with seasonal collaborations every 1–2 months. The opening theme? Detective Conan, setting the tone for what’s to come: an ever-rotating menu of titles that promise repeat visits and new surprises with each drop.
4. Q Pocket – Character Wonderland for Collectors
📍Lot L2-32, 33 & 34
Q Pocket feels like a festival of fan-favorite characters brought to life. The store combines lifestyle accessories and licensed IP merch in a complex store layout that sprawls across three shoplots. Expect to find plushies, blind boxes, character-themed homeware, and curated fashion accessories that rotate regularly with trending anime and gaming IPs. A must-visit for collectors and casual fans alike.
5. Dokokoko Café – Themed Immersion at Its Best
📍Lot G-20a, G-20b (Ground Floor)
Although not on Level 2, Dokokoko Café is the de facto flagship café experience of ACG Base, boasting 414㎡ of themed dining space. Its café themes rotate seasonally—from Demon Slayer to Jujutsu Kaisen—keeping things fresh and exciting for returning visitors. Aside from photo ops and immersive settings, the café also offers limited-edition menus and collectable café goods. Fans can enjoy both hearty bites and their favorite characters in one Instagrammable setting.
6. Dokokoko Pickup – Pop-Ups, Events & Drinks
📍Lot L1-19 (Level 1)
More than just a shop, Dokokoko Pickup is an evolving space built for interaction. From autograph sessions and fan meetings to exclusive exhibition pop-ups, this venue seats 50–120 people and offers affordable IP drinks for repeat visitors. It’s a flexible playground that keeps fandom fresh, interactive, and alive.
7. Dokokoko Goods – Curated Anime Finds
📍Lot L2-14
Sister to Dokokoko Café, this retail-focused outlet dives deep into officially licensed and indie-made anime goods. From trading figures to character-themed apparel, the merchandise rotates monthly to reflect the hottest fandom trends. It’s a collector’s paradise with a boutique-like flair.
8. The Pink Room – Sanrio Chic
📍Lot L2-44a & L2-44b
Enter a dreamy, pastel universe curated specifically for Sanrio lovers. The Pink Room leans heavily into kawaii culture, with décor and merchandise centered on Hello Kitty, Cinnamoroll, Kuromi, and more. The store targets Gen Z, young women, and trendsetters with lifestyle goods, fashion pieces, and cute home accessories that blend Japanese IPs with Instagram-worthy aesthetics. It’s more than retail — it’s a themed lifestyle boutique.
9. K+ by Kadokawa Gempak Starz – Where East Meets Local
📍Lot L2-54
Combining the pedigree of Japanese manga publisher Kadokawa with the familiarity of Gempak Starz, this bookstore offers a uniquely Malaysian take on otaku culture. You’ll find translated manga in Bahasa Malaysia alongside original IPs by local creators, making this a hub where international and local fandoms intersect. Expect plenty of merch too.
10. Nullset Goods – IP Merch with a Designer Edge
📍Lot L2-43
Nullset Goods enters Malaysia with its first store showcasing officially licensed IP goods crafted with a premium touch. Their focus on product quality and creative design makes their plush toys, fashion merch, and collectibles stand out. Having built a name across China and Southeast Asia, this is a notable addition to KL’s character retail scene.
11. Dimension Poptown
📍Lot L2-40a,b & L2-41
Heaven Official's Blessing Themed Cafe
Dimensions Poptown brings immersive fandom dining to ACG Base with two themed café concepts in one space. The first thing you'd see upon entering the store would be the poetic fantasy world of Heaven Official’s Blessing through its Daydream Butterfly décor, exclusive menu items and collectible merchandise. It's a must-visit for donghua fans. 
T1 Themed Cafe
Next door, the T1 Café offers an esports-inspired hangout themed after the global championship team, featuring official merch and café drinks perfect for fans and gamers alike. A destination for both anime lovers and competitive gaming fans, Dimensions Poptown blends café culture with pop-culture passion.
12. Mori Mory
📍Lot L2-51, L2-52
Mori Mory is a character-themed bakery café that brings together the charm of Japanese pop culture and the comfort of freshly made sweets. Known for its IP collaboration menu, the café releases limited-edition breads, pastries, and desserts inspired by popular anime worlds — making every visit feel like stepping into a story.
The atmosphere is soft, cozy, and intentionally “kawaii,” designed to be a “healing space” where guests can unwind and enjoy something cute and sweet. Its playful presentation and photogenic treats make it especially popular among Gen Z café-goers, couples on casual dates, and families looking for delightful moments together.
Whether you’re collecting the latest collaboration item, stopping by for a light treat, or simply enjoying the ambience, Mori Mory is the place where cute meets comforting, right here at ACG Base.
13. Xumi Goods
📍Lot L2-37, L2-38
Xumi Goods makes its Malaysia debut at ACG Base, LaLaport BBCC — after winning over young shoppers across China, Thailand, Singapore, and even New York. The brand is known for its trendy, collectible-driven merchandise at friendly prices, making it a go-to spot for fans who love decorating their bags, desks, shelves, and personal spaces with character and personality.
Inside the store, you’ll find a fun and ever-changing lineup of badges, acrylic stands, keychains, plush toys, desk accessories, mini figures, and lifestyle trinkets.
Every collection has that “cute, cool, and a little quirky” vibe that fits perfectly with today’s youth and pop-culture aesthetic.
Whether you're expanding your ita bag, hunting for character merch, or just looking for something adorable to brighten your day — Xumi Goods is the kind of store you walk into just to browse, and somehow walk out with three new favourites.
A must-visit for fans, collectors, and anyone who just loves good vibes in small things.
14. ORB Café
📍Lot G-65, Ground Floor
ORB Café is a character-themed lifestyle café where food, fandom and collectible culture come together. Known for its rotating collaborations with popular Japanese and Asian IPs — including titles that have reached 1.5 billion yen in monthly sales in Shanghai — the café offers an ever-changing experience that keeps fans coming back. Each theme runs for 1–2 months, with exclusive café menus and original goods designed around the featured IP. Guests can enjoy light meals, desserts and crafted drinks, along with seasonal breakfast sets such as rice balls and specialty beverages, making it a casual stop at any time of day.
Ready to Dive Into the ACG World?
Whether you’re a die-hard anime fan, a casual manga reader, or just looking for the cutest Sanrio gifts — ACG Base at LaLaport BBCC delivers a one-stop universe where pop-culture dreams come true. With each store offering its own flair, every visit brings something new.
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