Nippon Animation Co., Ltd. v. The Individuals, Corporations, Limited Liability Companies, Partnerships, and Unincorporated Associations Identified on Schedule A

COMPLAINT against The Individuals, Corporations, Limited Liability Companies, Partnerships, and Unincorporated Associations Identified on Schedule A. (Filing Fee $ 405.00, Receipt Number ANYSDC-32913952)Document filed by Nippon Animation Co., Ltd.

(Exhibit 1 - Copyright Registration)

FILING ERROR - PDF ERROR - AO 121 FORM COPYRIGHT - NOTICE OF SUBMISSION BY ATTORNEY. AO 121 Form Copyright for case opening submitted to court for review. Modified on 5/29/2026

CIVIL COVER SHEET filed.

NOTICE OF APPEARANCE by Shengmao Mu on behalf of Nippon Animation Co., Ltd.

CASE OPENING INITIAL ASSIGNMENT NOTICE: The above-entitled action is assigned to Judge John G. Koeltl. Please download and review the Individual Practices of the assigned District Judge, located at https://nysd.uscourts.gov/judges/district-judges. Attorneys are responsible for providing courtesy copies to judges where their Individual Practices require such. Please download and review the ECF Rules and Instructions, located at https://nysd.uscourts.gov/rules/ecf-related-instructions.

Magistrate Judge Barbara C. Moses is designated to handle matters that may be referred in this case. Pursuant to 28 U.S.C. Section 636(c) and Fed. R. Civ. P. 73(b)(1) parties are notified that they may consent to proceed before a United States Magistrate Judge. Parties who wish to consent may access the necessary form at the following link: https://nysd.uscourts.gov/sites/default/files/2018-06/AO-3.pdf.

Case Designated ECF.

***NOTICE TO ATTORNEY REGARDING DEFICIENT COPYRIGHT FORM. Notice to Attorney Shengmao Mu to RE-FILE Document No. 2 AO 121 Form Copyright - Notice of Submission by Attorney. The filing is deficient for the following reason(s): the PDF attached to the docket entry for the AO 121 Copyright form is not correct; Action/Appeal Section of form not selected. Re-file the document using the event type AO 121 Form Copyright - Notice of Submission by Attorney found under the event list Other Documents and attach the correct AO 121 Copyright PDF form.

NOTICE OF APPEARANCE by Keaton David Smith on behalf of Nippon Animation Co., Ltd.

Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge J. Edward Lumbard: Initial Conference set for 9/17/2026 at 02:30 PM before Judge John G. Koeltl. Dial-in: 646 453-4442, with Conference ID 675 278 33#.

RULE 7.1 CORPORATE DISCLOSURE STATEMENT. No Corporate Parent. Document filed by Nippon Animation Co., Ltd.

MOTION to Seal certain documents. Document filed by Nippon Animation Co., Ltd.

EX PARTE MOTION for Temporary Restraining Order. Document filed by Nippon Animation Co., Ltd. (Refer to ECF Rule 13.19(b) and (c) for directions regarding promptly alerting the court to this filing.)

MEMORANDUM OF LAW in Support re: 8 EX PARTE MOTION for Temporary Restraining Order. Document filed by Nippon Animation Co., Ltd.

DECLARATION of Shengmao Mu in Support re: 8 EX PARTE MOTION for Temporary Restraining Order. Document filed by Nippon Animation Co., Ltd.

DECLARATION of Jay Paragoso in Support re: 8 EX PARTE MOTION for Temporary Restraining Order. Document filed by Nippon Animation Co., Ltd.

***SEALED***REDACTION to 1 Complaint, Complaint containing Defendant information and Schedule A by Nippon Animation Co., Ltd.Motion or Order to File Under Seal: 7.

***SEALED***REDACTION to 12 Redacted Document Exhibit 2 - Infringing Evidence by Nippon Animation Co., Ltd.Motion or Order to File Under Seal: 7.

***SEALED***REDACTION to 10 Declaration in Support of Motion Exhibit 1 - Address Lookup by Nippon Animation Co., Ltd.Motion or Order to File Under Seal: 7.

PROPOSED ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE WITH EMERGENCY RELIEF. Document filed by Nippon Animation Co., Ltd. Related Document Number: 8. Proposed Order to Show Cause to be reviewed by Clerk's Office staff.

***NOTICE TO COURT REGARDING PROPOSED ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE WITH EMERGENCY RELIEF. Document No. 15 Proposed Order to Show Cause With Emergency Relief was reviewed and approved as to form.

NOTICE OF APPEARANCE by Steven Royal Fairchild on behalf of Nippon Animation Co., Ltd.

FIRST LETTER addressed to Judge John G. Koeltl from Steven R. Fairchild dated June 4, 2026 re: Courtesy Hard Copies. Document filed by Nippon Animation Co., Ltd.

(Exhibit Photograph of stamped package)

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR PRELIMINARY INJUNCTION AND TEMPORARY RESTRAINING ORDER: Based on the foregoing findings of fact and conclusions of law, Plaintiff's Application is hereby GRANTED and it is ORDERED as follows: Because sufficient cause has been shown, Defendants are temporarily enjoined and restrained from engaging in any of the following conduct pending the return date of the Application as referenced below: As further set forth in this Order. The Clerk of Court is directed to issue a single original summons in the name of "The Individuals, Corporations, Limited Liability Companies, Partnerships, And Unincorporated Associations Identified On Schedule A To The Complaint" that shall apply to all Defendants. Plaintiff shall deposit with the Court Twenty-Five Thousand Dollars ($25,000.00), either cash, cashier's check or surety bond, as security, which amount was determined adequate for the payment of such damages as any person who may be entitled to recover as a result of a wrongful restraint hereunder. As further set forth in this Order. Any Defendants that are subject to this Order may appear and move to dissolve ormodify the Order on two (2) days' notice to Plaintiff or on shorter notice as set by this Court.IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that a hearing shall be held on June 19, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. in which Plaintiff may present their arguments in support of itsrequest for issuance of a preliminary injunction. At such time, any Defendants may also be heard asto opposition to Plaintiffs Application.IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that opposing papers, if any, shall be filed and served on or before June 17, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. As further set forth in this Order. Any reply papers may be filed and served by June 18, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. (Signed by Judge John G. Koeltl on 6/5/2026) (Responses due by 6/17/2026, Replies due by 6/18/2026.) Show Cause Hearing set for 6/19/2026 at 04:00 PM before Judge John G. Koeltl. (ks) Transmission to Finance Unit (Cashiers) for processing.

Transmission to the Civil Case Openings Clerk. Transmitted re: 18 Order to Show Cause, Set Deadlines/Hearings, to the Civil Case Openings Clerk for case processing.

ORDER: In light of the federal holiday on June 19, 2026, the show-cause hearing is rescheduled to June 18, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Accordingly, any opposition papers shall be filed and served on or before June 16, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Any reply papers shall be filed and served by June 17, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge John G. Koeltl on 6/8/2026) (Responses due by 6/16/2026, Replies due by 6/17/2026., Show Cause Hearing set for 6/18/2026 at 04:00 PM before Judge John G. Koeltl.)

LETTER MOTION to Continue Show Cause Hearing for a Preliminary Injunction and extension of TRO addressed to Judge John G. Koeltl from Shengmao Mu dated June 15, 2026. Document filed by Nippon Animation Co., Ltd.

BOND ON INJUNCTION BOND, BOND #S-424781 in the amount of $ 25,000 posted by Nippon Animation Co., Ltd.

ORDER terminating 7 Letter Motion to Seal (Responses due by 6/28/2026, Replies due by 6/29/2026.); granting 8 Motion for TRO; granting 20 Letter Motion to Continue. For good cause shown and for the reasons stated in the Temporary Restraining Order dated June 5, 2026, and no opposition having been filed, the Temporary Restraining Order is continued until July 2, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Any responsive papers are due by June 28, 2026. Any reply papers are due by June 29, 2026. A hearing on the requested preliminary injunction will be held on July 2, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. in Courtroom 14A, United States Courthouse, 500 Pear St., New York, N.Y., 10007. The hearing scheduled for June 18, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. is adjourned to July 2, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. The Clerk is requested to close ECF Nos. 7, 8, and 20. SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge John G. Koeltl on 6/17/2026)

Set/Reset Hearings: Preliminary Injunction Hearing set for 7/2/2026 at 04:00 PM before Judge John G. Koeltl.

UNREDACTED COMPLAINT against Lavits Figure, Vibe Cup Outlet, capybara PawPrint, Cc Mug Shop, Ceramic Mug Works. Document filed by Nippon Animation Co., Ltd.

(Exhibit 2 - Infringing Evidence). Modified on 6/23/2026 (pc). Modified on 6/23/2026 (pc). Modified on 7/6/2026 (jgo)

ADD PARTY FOR PLEADING. Defendants/Respondents CfyMug Mug, Cute Cloud, Dune Drift Goods, Fabric Fusion BF, Gloves BKBK, Hai Huang Coffee Cup, HHuMug, huang Mug, JJ HATS, LifeMug Studio, lin qingbingqingbing, linnnnnxionggggg, linyoooofuuuuu, LMRBWRM, LTZBWBRM, LY Mug Creations, LYH Mug Best, Msaaljsdf, Mug goods, Mug Haven GO, Mug Haven YYY, MUG KINGS, Mugful Bk, Mugopia, Pop Flask Co, PurIPact, Quirky Ceramic Mugs, ROOOODMug, shuaishuaibeishaoutao, Solace Spruce Goods, SSSSASI, Su Home Mug, swedup, Thermal Cup KK, XFU MKB BK, YcrMug, ZhuoMang added. Party added pursuant to 23 Complaint.Document filed by Nippon Animation Co., Ltd. Related document: 23 Complaint.

***NOTICE TO ATTORNEY REGARDING DEFICIENT PLEADING. Notice to Attorney Shengmao Mu re: Document No. 23 Complaint. The filing is deficient for the following reason(s): Court's leave has not been granted. File the Exhibit to Pleading event found under the event list Other Documents and attach either opposing party's written consent or Court's leave.

MOTION for Abby Marie Neu to Appear Pro Hac Vice. Filing fee $ 200.00, receipt number ANYSDC-33049247. Motion and supporting papers to be reviewed by Clerk's Office staff. Document filed by Nippon Animation Co., Ltd.

Affidavit of Abby Neu

Proposed Order Pro Hac Vice

(Exhibit Certificate of Good Standing)

>>>NOTICE REGARDING PRO HAC VICE MOTION. Regarding Document No. 24 MOTION for Abby Marie Neu to Appear Pro Hac Vice. Filing fee $ 200.00, receipt number ANYSDC-33049247. Motion and supporting papers to be reviewed by Clerk's Office staff. The document has been reviewed and there are no deficiencies.

ORDER granting 24 Motion to Appear Pro Hac Vice. The Motion for Admission Pro Hae Vice of Abby M. Neu in the above captioned action is GRANTED. (Signed by Judge John G. Koeltl on 6/29/2026) (jca) Transmission to Attorney Services/Help Desk.

CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE of the Complaint, TRO, all signed Orders and scheduling orders served on Vibe Cup Outlet,capybara PawPrint,Cc Mug Shop,Ceramic Mug Works,CfyMug Mug,Cute Cloud,Dune Drift Goods,Fabric Fusion BF,Gloves BKBK,Hai Huang Coffee Cup,HHuMug,huang Mug,JJ HATS,LifeMug Studio,lin qingbingqingbing,linnnnnxionggggg,linyoooofuuuuu,LMRBWRM,LTZBWBRM,LY Mug Creations,LYH Mug Best,Msaaljsdf,Mug goods,Mug Haven GO,Mug Haven YYY,MUG KINGS,Mugful Bk,Mugopia,Pop Flask Co,PurIPact,Quirky Ceramic Mugs,ROOOODMug,shuaishuaibeishaoutao,Solace Spruce Goods,SSSSASI,Su Home Mug,swedup,Thermal Cup KK,XFU MKB BK,YcrMug,ZhuoMang on June 18, 2026. Document filed by Nippon Animation Co., Ltd.

PROPOSED ORDER. Document filed by Nippon Animation Co., Ltd. Proposed Order to be reviewed by Clerk's Office staff.

***NOTICE TO COURT REGARDING PROPOSED ORDER. Document No. 27 Proposed Order was reviewed and approved as to form.

REQUEST FOR ISSUANCE OF SUMMONS as to Lavits Figure, Vibe Cup Outlet, capybara PawPrint, Cc Mug Shop, Ceramic Mug Works, CfyMug Mug, Cute Cloud, Dune Drift Goods, Fabric Fusion BF, Gloves BKBK, Hai Huang Coffee Cup, HHuMug, huang Mug, JJ HATS, LifeMug Studio, lin qingbingqingbing, linnnnnxionggggg, linyoooofuuuuu, LMRBWRM, LTZBWBRM, LY Mug Creations, LYH Mug Best, Msaaljsdf, Mug goods, Mug Haven GO, Mug Haven YYY, MUG KINGS, Mugful Bk, Mugopia, Pop Flask Co, PurIPact, Quirky Ceramic Mugs, ROOOODMug, shuaishuaibeishaoutao, Solace Spruce Goods, SSSSASI, Su Home Mug, swedup, Thermal Cup KK, XFU MKB BK, YcrMug, ZhuoMang, re: 23 Complaint. Document filed by Nippon Animation Co., Ltd.

PRELIMINARY INJUNCTION ORDER: The Court has considered Plaintiffs application for an Order to Show Cause Why a Preliminary Injunction Should Not Issue (the "Motion to Show Cause") and all the evidence submitted therewith and no opposition has been filed and no appearance in opposition to the motion having been filed despite proper notice; therefore as further set forth in this Order. Is hereby GRANTED and it is ORDERED as follows: 1. Because sufficient cause has been shown, Defendants are hereby enjoined and restrained from engaging in any of the following conduct during the pendency of this action or until further order of the Court: manufacturing, importing, advertising, offering for sale, selling, distributing, destroying, selling off, transferring, or otherwise disposing of any Infringing Products; as further set forth in this Order. The $25,000.00 bond posted by Plaintiff shall remain with the Court until a final disposition of this case or until this Order is terminated. Any Defendants that are subject to this Order may appear and move to dissolve or modify the Order on two (2) days' notice to Plaintiff, supported by a memorandum of law and any supporting declarations, or on shorter notice as set by this Court. Plaintiff shall have seven (7) days from receipt of such motion to file opposition papers. (Signed by Judge John G. Koeltl on 7/2/2026) (ks) Transmission to Finance Unit (Cashiers) for processing.

Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge John G. Koeltl: Show Cause Hearing held on 7/2/2026.

ELECTRONIC SUMMONS ISSUED as to Cc Mug Shop, Ceramic Mug Works, CfyMug Mug, Cute Cloud, Dune Drift Goods, Fabric Fusion BF, Gloves BKBK, HHuMug, Hai Huang Coffee Cup, JJ HATS, LMRBWRM, LTZBWBRM, LY Mug Creations, LYH Mug Best, Lavits Figure, LifeMug Studio, MUG KINGS, Msaaljsdf, Mug Haven GO, Mug Haven YYY, Mug goods, Mugful Bk, Mugopia, Pop Flask Co, PurIPact, Quirky Ceramic Mugs, ROOOODMug, SSSSASI, Solace Spruce Goods, Su Home Mug, Thermal Cup KK, Vibe Cup Outlet, XFU MKB BK, YcrMug, ZhuoMang, capybara PawPrint, huang Mug, lin qingbingqingbing, linnnnnxionggggg, linyoooofuuuuu, shuaishuaibeishaoutao, swedup.

NOTICE OF VOLUNTARY DISMISSAL pursuant to Rule 41(a)(1)(A)(i) of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, the plaintiff(s) and or their counsel(s), hereby give notice that the above-captioned action is voluntarily dismissed, without prejudice against the defendant(s) Lavits Figure. Document filed by Nippon Animation Co., Ltd. Proposed document to be reviewed and processed by Clerk's Office staff (No action required by chambers).

***NOTICE TO COURT REGARDING NOTICE OF VOLUNTARY DISMISSAL Document No. 31 Notice of Voluntary Dismissal, was reviewed and referred to Judge John G. Koeltl for approval for the following reason(s): the plaintiff(s) filed their voluntary dismissal and it did not dismiss all of the parties or the action in its entirety.

PLAINTIFF'S NOTICE OF VOLUNTARY DISMISSAL: Pursuant to Rule 41(a)(1)(A)(i) of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, Plaintiff hereby dismisses without prejudice all causes of action in the Complaint against the following Defendant identified in Schedule A to the Complaint: Lavits Figure. Each party shall bear their own attorney's fees and costs. Defendant has not filed an answer or a motion for summary judgment in this matter. Therefore, it is respectfully submitted that dismissal under Rule 41(a)(1)(A)(i) is appropriate. The case shall remain against other named Defendants identified in Schedule A to the Complaint. SO ORDERED. Lavits Figure terminated. (Signed by Judge John G. Koeltl on 7/16/2026)

Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge John G. Koeltl: Initial Conference set for 9/17/2026 adjourned to 11/3/2026 at 12:30 PM before Judge John G. Koeltl. Dial-in: 646 453-4442, with Conference ID 675 278 33#.

ORDER: The plaintiff is requested to file a status report with respect to the status of this action against all defendants by September 18, 2026. SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge John G. Koeltl on 9/7/2026)

SUMMONS RETURNED EXECUTED. Cc Mug Shop served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; Ceramic Mug Works served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; CfyMug Mug served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; Cute Cloud served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; Dune Drift Goods served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; Fabric Fusion BF served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; Gloves BKBK served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; HHuMug served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; Hai Huang Coffee Cup served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; JJ HATS served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; LMRBWRM served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; LTZBWBRM served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; LY Mug Creations served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; LYH Mug Best served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; Lavits Figure served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; LifeMug Studio served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; MUG KINGS served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; Msaaljsdf served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; Mug Haven GO served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; Mug Haven YYY served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; Mug goods served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; Mugful Bk served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; Mugopia served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; Pop Flask Co served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; PurIPact served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; Quirky Ceramic Mugs served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; ROOOODMug served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; SSSSASI served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; Solace Spruce Goods served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; Su Home Mug served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; Thermal Cup KK served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; Vibe Cup Outlet served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; XFU MKB BK served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; YcrMug served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; ZhuoMang served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; capybara PawPrint served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; huang Mug served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; lin qingbingqingbing served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; linnnnnxionggggg served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; linyoooofuuuuu served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; shuaishuaibeishaoutao served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026; swedup served on 7/9/2026, answer due 7/30/2026. Document filed by Nippon Animation Co., Ltd.

NOTICE OF VOLUNTARY DISMISSAL pursuant to Rule 41(a)(1)(A)(i) of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, the plaintiff(s) and or their counsel(s), hereby give notice that the above-captioned action is voluntarily dismissed, without prejudice against the defendant(s) ZhuoMang. Document filed by Nippon Animation Co., Ltd. Proposed document to be reviewed and processed by Clerk's Office staff (No action required by chambers).

***NOTICE TO COURT REGARDING NOTICE OF VOLUNTARY DISMISSAL Document No. 35 Notice of Voluntary Dismissal, was reviewed and referred to Judge John G. Koeltl for approval for the following reason(s): the plaintiff(s) filed their voluntary dismissal and it did not dismiss all of the parties or the action in its entirety

PLAINTIFF'S NOTICE OF VOLUNTARY DISMISSAL: Pursuant to Rule 41(a)(1)(A)(i) of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, Plaintiff hereby dismisses without prejudice all causes of action in the Complaint against the following Defendant identified in Schedule A to the Complaint: ZhuoMang. Each party shall bear their own attorney 's fees and costs. Defendant has not filed an answer or a motion for summary judgment in this matter. Therefore, it is respectfully submitted that dismissal under Rule 41(a)(1)(A)(i) is appropriate. The case shall remain against other named Defendants identified in Schedule A to the Complaint. SO ORDERED (Signed by Judge John G. Koeltl on 9/15/2026) ZhuoMang terminated.

LETTER addressed to Judge John G. Koeltl from Shengmao Mu dated September 17, 2026 re: case status. Document filed by Nippon Animation Co., Ltd.