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Konami Arcade Games launches a collaboration event featuring Hatsune Miku in Sound Voltex Nabla and Polaris Chord, introducing new songs by popular Vocaloid producers and exclusive in-game items.
The Hello Kitty Shinkansen will cease operations on May 17th, 2026. Following the farewell art photo campaign and original merchandise sales that began last November, additional special experiences have been unveiled for fans to enjoy until the final day.
Suntory releases "Horoyoi no Moto <Western Pear & Apple>" and "<Lychee & White Grape>" on April 14, expanding the customizable liqueur line nationwide after successful limited launch.
Hyatt Centric Kanazawa launches the second edition of its popular Cheese Afternoon Tea, featuring cheeses from around the world in creative sweets and savory dishes. Available from March 1 to May 17, 2026.
The pivotal third game of the 75th Ōshō Match between Sota Fujii and Takuya Nagase will be live-streamed on U-NEXT, taking place on February 3-4, 2026 at Auberge Tokito in Tachikawa, Tokyo.
A limited-time pop-up shop featuring exclusive Initial D merchandise kicks off at bookstores in Osaka and Shizuoka in February 2026, with plans to tour multiple locations.
A new standing-style seafood rice bowl restaurant, THE Ryoshidon, has opened at Kawasaki Dice just 1 minute from Kawasaki Station. Offering lightning-fast service with bowls served in 30 seconds, generous portions, and prices starting from ¥680.
Kirin City Co., Ltd. will hold the Kirin City Kyushu Delicacies Fair at all 27 Kirin City and Kirin City Plus locations from February 4 to March 3, 2026.
Kishis Co., Ltd., a long-established festival supplier founded in 1946, launches three new festival booth kits in collaboration with popular snack makers Kakudai Seika, Orion, and Kyoshin Seika.
In the mountainous region of northeastern Hiroshima, the arrival of spring is marked by a relay of precious wildflowers. Starting with Mansaku and Setsubunso, the display continues with Fukujuso and Katakuri, creating a spectacular seasonal show in the satoyama landscape.
Otaru Western Confectionery Shop LeTAO will open a limited-time shop at Gransta Tokyo inside Tokyo Station from February 9 to March 1, 2026, featuring Valentine's Day limited chocolate sweets and seasonal treats.
From February 1st to March 10th, 2026, Minami-Izu Town will host the Minami Cherry Blossom and Canola Flower Festival. Qkamura Minami Izu operates a special shuttle bus service to the festival venue.