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An online lottery featuring original merchandise from the TV anime 'The Dangers in My Heart' with Marine and Bunny Maid themed newly illustrated goods is now available on Kujico, the internet-based lottery service. Sales began on December 24, 2025 at 12:00 PM.
IP Four Co., Ltd. will release the Care Bears Sweet Assort Collection capsule toy series featuring six different types of pouches and bags, including tote bags, face pouches, and tissue case pouches, priced at 400 yen per capsule, starting from late December 2025 at capsule toy corners nationwide.
caseplay announces a new collection of smartphone accessories featuring popular NAMJATOWN Characters from Sunshine City's indoor theme park NAMJATOWN, including slim protection cases and various tech accessories.
British lifestyle brand Cath Kidston releases six limited edition NEW YEAR BAG sets starting January 1, 2026. Each features an exclusive original tote bag filled with 3-6 curated items including tableware and pouches, with sets ranging from 5,500 to 9,900 yen.
The first official merchandise collection for "Chiikawa Pocket," the first smartphone app based on the popular "Chiikawa" series, will go on sale on January 16, 2026. Pop-up stores will also open in Tokyo, Sendai, Nagoya, Osaka, and Fukuoka.
KONAMI releases Combine Me!, a mobile block puzzle game featuring action and logic modes, 700+ puzzles, and collectible pixel art characters. Free-to-play with in-app purchases on iOS and Android.
DAIMARU KOBE welcomes two brands making their Kobe debut in the year's final Buyer's Selection event. aoka, a new Hokkaido confectionery brand, and Ramely, a popular caramel sweets brand from Hakata, offer limited-time pop-up shops perfect for year-end gifts and personal treats.
DRESSY CAFE, a wedding theme park café produced by PLACOLE & DRESSY, is launching limited-time Valentine's menu items at all three locations in Kamakura, Nagoya, and Osaka from December 30, 2025 through February 28, 2026.
Italian luxury brand Fendi introduces the ultra-lightweight "Fendi Flight" sneaker from its 2026 Spring/Summer Pre-Collection, combining sporty unisex design with comfort and functionality.
Fontagard, a French single malt whisky from the Cognac region, has won the Design Award in the European Whisky category at TWSC 2025. The award was voted on by general consumers for the first time, recognizing the bottle's innovative black opaque design.
Naris Cosmetics unveils The Rouge, a premium lipstick collection featuring fit film technology, moisturizing ingredients, and poetically named shades designed for mature skin.
IP4 Inc. announces the Hello Kitty Summerdays Pouch Collection capsule toy series featuring a sun-kissed Hello Kitty design. The collection includes five different items launching mid-December 2025 at capsule toy vending machines nationwide for 400 yen per play.