Esports fans won’t be able to sit still: Faker leads T1’s official pop-up store to Hong Kong with 5 highlights you can’t miss
I want the Hong Kong-exclusive photo card! 🤩
Summary
- The T1 “暗行天文” themed pop-up store will arrive at Kai Tak Twin Towers in Hong Kong from July 31 to August 9, 2026.
- In addition to showcasing the team’s achievements, the venue will also feature a Starlight Post Office where fans can write letters to Doran, Oner, Faker and the other two members.
- The pop-up will also sell highly talked-about merch that once sold out instantly in Korea, including Hopae keychains, T1klz plushies and the 2026 team jersey.
- Spend HK$ 300 in the venue to receive one random Hong Kong edition photocards, and spend HK$ 1,500 to take home the full set of all five designs.
For women who love watching esports, the upcoming T1 Home Ground match, set to take place in Korea in mid-August, is surely one of the hottest topics of conversation lately. Even before the match officially begins, the globally renowned legendary Korean team T1 has surprised fans by announcing Hong Kong as the first overseas stop for its “Dark Astronomer”-themed pop-up store. Starting July 31, 2026, this special space, which combines traditional Korean style with a star-inspired design concept, will open at Phase 2 of Kai Tak’s Twin Mall, giving local fans a dedicated destination for 10 days.
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An Immersive Starry Exhibition and T1’s History
Step into this pop-up store and it feels as though you’ve entered the world of the “Dark Astronomer.” Along with a “Meet the Star Archers” photo area, where visitors can take photos up close with portraits of Doran, Oner, Faker, Peyz, and Keria, there is a thoughtfully designed “Chronicles of the Stars” exhibition area. Displaying a range of significant artifacts and records of the team’s achievements, it takes fans through T1’s journey from its early struggles to the glory of repeatedly lifting the World Championship trophy. If you enjoy learning about the team’s story, this corner is sure to move you.
Exclusive Starlight Post Office: Send Your Support to Korea
More than a simple exhibition, the feature that will resonate most with fans is the special interactive “Starlight Post Office.” While fans can usually only cheer on the players through a screen, those who visit can now write letters of support themselves. All letters will be personally taken back to Korea by the Korean team and delivered to T1’s players, allowing them to directly feel the warm support of Hong Kong fans before the Home Ground match.
Popular Korean Merchandise Available at the Same Time
No pop-up store would be complete without the limited-edition merchandise fans are most looking forward to. At the Hong Kong stop, a range of highly collectible items will be available, including Hopae keychains from the “T1 Counting Stars” collection, which sold out when they first launched in Korea. The beloved, adorable T1klz plushies, the latest 2026 Animal Friends series, and the popular 2026 Uniform team jacket and short-sleeve shirts, which look great for everyday wear, will all be available to satisfy fans’ desire to collect.
Spend-and-Receive Perks and Hong Kong-Edition Photo Cards
The organizers are offering generous fan perks this time as well. Spend HK$ 300 at the venue to receive one random T1 Hong Kong-edition photo card. If you’re planning to buy several items at once, spend HK$ 1,500 and you can take home the complete five-card set. Complete designated social media tasks each day for a chance to receive T1 matching cards. Verified official T1 members also receive priority entry, as well as a free group postcard and Hong Kong-exclusive digital rewards.
T1 COUNTING STARS POP-UP in HONG KONG
Dates: July 31, 2026 (Friday) – August 9, 2026 (Sunday)
Hours: 11 AM – 8 PM
Location: Shops 207-209, 2/F, SNDO, Third Street, Phase 2, Kai Tak Twin Mall
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