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Mizkan releases the sixth installment in its successful Fibee Waffle series, introducing the first savory flavor in response to customer feedback. The new Cheese variety features three types of Hokkaido cheese and is available exclusively through Mizkan's official online store.
A new boutique hotel, mont, has opened in Nozawa Onsen Village, Nagano Prefecture. The 100-year-old former inn has been fully renovated into a modern accommodation featuring a wood-fired restaurant and 10 unique guest rooms.
MOON FOREST Hong Kong Cantonese Restaurant in Azabu-Juban presents a limited-time Lunar New Year 2026 special course from February 2 to 28, featuring auspicious ingredients and modern Cantonese cuisine. A special Chinese instrumental performance event will be held on February 21.
Morokko House, the specialty products shop in Morotsuka Village, Miyazaki Prefecture, is now selling "Yama no Mitsu," a wildflower honey collected from Japanese honeybees this fall. This rare natural honey is harvested through sustainable beekeeping methods that respect the bees' natural lifecycle.
nainen knit lingerie, known for raising body temperature by 1°C, hosts a wellness pop-up event from January 21 to 27 at Hanshin Umeda Main Store featuring collaboration products with Perfect Potion aromatherapy and Legare herbal tea.
New Balance announces the Australian Open 2026 Kit for tennis star Coco Gauff, a collection embodying the beauty of graceful movement and summer spirit. For the first time, fans can purchase versions inspired by Coco's custom kit.
A special collaboration pop-up shop featuring Oshi no Ko and Puyo Puyo opens at DiverCity Tokyo Plaza. New merchandise, purchase bonuses, and a stamp rally event available from February 4 to March 1, 2026.
Patina Osaka, the first property in Japan by Capella Hotel Group, has begun accepting reservations for its 2026 Valentine Chocolate Collection. This special collection features signature bonbon chocolates that reflect the hotel's refined lifestyle and sustainable values.
SEGA announces the start of the Puyo Puyo series' 35th anniversary "Dairensha!" project, unveiling commemorative key visuals, logos, theme art, and a teaser website with exciting new initiatives planned throughout the year.
Randy's Donuts, the iconic LA donut shop, debuts two new seasonal donuts perfect for Valentine's Day and White Day gifts - Sweet Hearts Chocolate Raised and Sweet Hearts White Chocolate Raised.
Shangri-La Tokyo presents a selection of nine exquisite chocolate items for Valentine's and White Day, available from February 1 to March 14, 2026.
Shinagawa InterCity's commercial area is set to reopen on March 30, 2026, featuring the new food hall SHINATERRACE KITCHEN, Japan's largest station-connected brewery restaurant YONA YONA TOKYO BREWERY, and various new dining and entertainment venues under the concept of "Shinagaru" (connecting).