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From February 20th, 2026, the online lottery service Marukuji began offering original character goods featuring newly drawn illustrations of the TV anime Mermaid Melody Pichi Pichi Pitch in Balletcore and Antique themed costumes.
The second edition of the mezzo piano lucky draw featuring cute prizes is launching at select stores nationwide starting March 6, 2026. Every ticket wins a prize!
A resort hotel in Shima City launches a sustainable initiative transforming used decorative flowers into take-home bouquets for guests.
The second phase of the Monster Hunter Wilds and hololive collaboration brings new prize items to Capcom amusement facilities and collaboration cafes opening in Ikebukuro and Umeda.
MUSASHI JAPAN, a Japanese knife brand, has been recognized as the most well-known knife brand across seven countries in Europe, the Americas, and Australia, according to a global brand survey.
RAFFLE launches an exclusive online lottery featuring Sanrio's beloved characters My Melody and Kuromi in collaboration with Tokyo Girls Collection's Aichi performance, offering unique merchandise including the standout "Face-Covered T-Shirts."
NAMJATOWN in Ikebukuro hosts an immersive mystery event from March 7 to April 5, 2026, where visitors become detectives, assistants, or clients investigating disappearances in a retro Showa-era setting.
Experience the world of Psycho-Pass at pop-up galleries in Tokyo and Osaka featuring exclusive merchandise, character-themed displays, and life-size photo panels. Free admission with special visitor gifts.
Following their successful collaboration at the Osaka-Kansai Expo, Osaka Metro and Mon Cher, creator of the famous Dojima Roll, will release collaborative baked confectionery at the Osaka Marathon EXPO 2026, held February 20-21, 2026 at Intex Osaka.
The smartphone game app P Sengoku Otome LEGEND BATTLE has launched on the virtual hall app Slot Pachi Spirit, offering players a faithful recreation of the popular pachinko machine featuring dramatic battles between legendary Sengoku maidens.
A special spring exhibition featuring the popular NHK anime character Prince Mackaroo will be held at Angel Land Fukui from March 14 to April 12, 2026, with interactive displays, mazes, and hands-on activities for families.
The popular mobile puzzle RPG Puzzle & Dragons marks its 14th anniversary with a special campaign offering luxurious prizes and in-game rewards for players to share their favorite memories.