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From August 20, 2026, the Hankyu 17-Bangai shopping complex in Umeda, Osaka is running a special exhibition of Takarazuka Revue stage costumes alongside Takarazuka-themed staircase decorations, continuing through March 16, 2027.
Asakusa Hanayashiki, Japan's oldest amusement park, is waiving admission for visitors dressed in kimono from September 2 to October 31, 2026, under "Kimono Discount 2026," while also stopping its Merry-Go-Round and Swan ride for weekday "Photoraction" photo sessions and running a hashtag giveaway on social media.
Setagaya Super Band makes a long-awaited return, joined by the Yoshida Brothers on Tsugaru shamisen, at Setagaya Egret Hall on November 21, 2026, the sixth installment of the Discovery Setagaya Sounds concert series. Tickets go on sale September 4.
Seishin Tougei's new ceramic growing kit lets turf sprout and grow like hair on samurai, geisha, and ninja figures, with all three designs going on sale nationwide and online on August 24, 2026 for ¥1,300 before tax.
The cultural tourism facility Kaga Iryokuen in Yamanaka Onsen presents Kutani ware artist Chika Yoshigai's first solo exhibition from August 19, followed by ceramic artist Chihiro Fujisaki's exhibition from September 19, 2026.
From September 7 to October 4, 2026, MoN Takanawa and TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY present a 28-day program reviving Takanawa's Edo-era "moon waiting" tradition, featuring an immersive planetarium, an exhibition of an Utamaro masterpiece, workshops, and moon-themed food and drink.