It seems like there is no end to sweet collaborations featuring characters from Sanrio and San-X. Whether it's collaboration cafes or Japanese sweets, the possibilities are endless.

Rilakkuma and friends from San-X, for example, have been seen in everything from crepes, sundaes and drinks, cakes, and they make regular appearances in the Tabemasu wagashi series available at Lawson convenience stores.

Unfortunately, the novel coronavirus pandemic has made it difficult for people to go out and shop the way they used to, and taking a trip to Japan is not an option. So what can a Rilakkuma-loving fan with a sweet tooth do?

How about making some Rilakkuma sweets at home? Now thanks to a series of goods on sale at the Village Vanguard Online Store, you can make everything from cookies, cakes and pancakes, cupcakes and chocolates in the likeness of Rilakkuma and Kiiroitori.

"Huggy" cookie molds

These cookie molds come in Rilakkuma and Kiiroitori shapes and have push pressers to create two different expressions. They're in a hugging pose, which is perfect for adding a piece of dried fruit, an almond, or other toppings to make it look like they're holding it. They're made of polystyrene and can resist temperatures of up to 70 C (158 F). They cost 770 JPY (incl. tax).

Cutout cookie set

To make Korilakkuma cookies, just press the cutout onto your flattened cookie dough! They're made of polystyrene and can resist temperatures of up to 70 C (158 F). They cost 715 JPY (incl. tax).

Cake ring

Since it includes a stencil, you can easily make cute Rilakkuma pancakes. The height has been raised so you can make those tall fluffy pancakes which are all the rage. You can also make hotcakes up to 3 cm (1.2") high. The ring is made of stainless steel and the stencil is made of polypropylene which can resist temperatures up to 110 C (230 F). They cost 880 JPY (incl. tax).

Silicone cake mold

Make a cake in the shape of Rilakkuma's face with this cake mold. It's perfect for Valentine's Day cakes and birthday cakes or you can make jellies and puddings too. It's made of silicone rubber which can resist temperatures as high as 230 C (446 F) and as low as -40 C (-40 F). They cost 1,100 JPY (incl. tax).

Silicone cupcake mold

These molds in the shape of Rilakkuma and Kiiroitori can make cupcakes, jellies or puddings. You can personalize them with a piping cone or "a chocolate pen," or you can add some icing. They cost 1,100 JPY (incl. tax).

Silicone chocolate mold

You can make two different expressions of Rilakkuma with these silicone molds. They're very convenient since you can make 20 at a time. Perfect for Valentine's Day or any occasion when chocolate is needed. They can also be used for jellies or ice cubes. These molds are made of silicone rubber which can resist temperatures as high as 230 C (446 F) and as low as -40 C (-40 F). They cost 935 JPY (incl. tax).

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To order these items, visit Village Vanguard Online Store here.