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Amiami is now offering the Starlight Mug and Starlight Cushion Cover from Final Fantasy XIV. These items recreate the special Starlight Festival mug and feature Gridania art in high-quality gobelin weaving.
Fujiya announces the fourth edition of their regional collaboration series, featuring Kyoto's Uji matcha in the new "Home Pie Choco Darake Burari Japan Journey (Kyoto Edition)." The limited-edition product showcases matcha's distinctive bittersweet flavor and includes six collectible wrapper designs featuring the brand's mascot "Darake-san" traveling through Kyoto.
gelato pique unveils a renewed Self Care series featuring relaxing fragrances, updated designs, and enhanced textures. The collection includes body care, hand care, and home fragrance products, launching February 18, 2026 at gelato pique stores and online.
Nankai Electric Railway announces the spring and summer dining menu for the GRAN Tenku train, featuring dishes created by Chef Motokawa of Restaurant Genji. The menu showcases local ingredients from Senshu, Minami Kawachi, and Wakayama.
GODIVA Japan introduces three elegant chocolate discs designed to float on hot milk, creating a luxurious hot chocolate experience with marshmallow accents.
Tokyo Station's Gransta shopping area launches its first-ever pudding election from February 17 to March 3, featuring 14 unique puddings ranging from classic custard to innovative flavors like pistachio and coffee. Vote for your favorite and enter to win prizes.
Baby brand Stella Mimore opens its first pop-up shop at Hankyu Department Store Umeda Main Store from February 18 to 24, 2026, showcasing William Morris-inspired muslin cotton baby gifts.
Kujukushima Group will open HELLO MAPLI, a new maple sweets specialty store, on February 18, 2026, at JR NAGOYA TAKASHIMAYA in Nagoya. The brand offers premium maple confections with a modern design concept.
Terrace and Table restaurant at Hotel Metropolitan Kawasaki has begun serving two original cocktails made with authentic shochu from Kobayashi City and Ebino City in Miyazaki Prefecture as part of the Miyazaki Fair 2026.
Hotel New Otani Osaka's legendary strawberry buffet concludes its 2026 season with a stunning finale. From April 1-28, enjoy an enchanting collection of sweets combining strawberries, cherry blossoms, and matcha in this special spring celebration.
Two new cafes join the popular "Ichigosando 2026" collaboration, featuring Saga's premium strawberry brand in exclusive desserts and drinks at 12 Omotesando locations through March 31.
SynaBiz Corporation has launched new compression pouches under its KACHIKA brand, featuring colorful options and unisex designs. The colorful version achieved the number 1 spot in Amazon's bestseller ranking for the Dry Bags & Stuff Sacks category.