Hong Kong-based organization Medialink Group is celebrating the official premiere of ‘THE FIRST SLAM DUNK,’ an animated sports movie based on the manga Slam Dunk, with a new MTR Octopus card. The card is designed for manga enthusiasts who want to use the physical Octopus card for commuting or fans of the SLAM DUNK anime who desire a collector’s item that is timeless and functional.
Consumers can choose from two sets, one that offers the movie poster graphic with a lanyard holder or another collector’s set with all five main characters’ portraits, a numbered presentation box, a commemorative coin, and a whistle.
Pre-orders for THE FIRST SLAM DUNK Octopus cards are currently available at Ani-Mall’s website.
Anime-Themed Transit Cards
Hong Kong Celebrates 'THE FIRST SLAM DUNK' With MTR Octopus Cards
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