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On February 7th, 2026, Tuna from the popular "Gal Cat" series will appear at SHIBUYA109 Shibuya Store for a special one-day birthday event, coinciding with the ongoing pop-up shop.
A new capsule toy shop called gashacoco opens at Big Echo Seishin-Chuo Plenty in Kobe on January 30, 2026, combining karaoke entertainment with capsule toy collecting.
GENDY launches The Premium Bitter Caramel Rum Ball on February 1, 2026. This limited-edition confection features French butter, premium dark chocolate, and a blend of VSOP rum and grappa, available at Minami-Aoyama and Ginza stores.
From January 30 to April 5, 2026, Tokyo Node at Toranomon Hills hosts the first major Ghost in the Shell exhibition across all anime series. Visitors can experience an expanded artwork viewing using XREAL AR glasses, simulating the iconic "cyberization" featured in the series.
A 4-day panda exhibition celebrating the Spring Festival will be held from February 20 to 23, 2026, at JMF Building Takadanobaba. Features a special talk show with Panda Fan from "Weekly Xiang Xiang," latest photo displays, merchandise sales, and workshops.
The Hakodate Onuma Prince Hotel has opened a new winter activity area called "Hakodate Onuma Snow Field," offering snowshoe and cross-country skiing experiences in the scenic Onuma region starting January 17, 2026.
From January 21st to February 14th, 2026, Hankyu Umeda Main Store hosts its Valentine Chocolate Expo featuring collaborations with famous art and popular characters. Perfect for friendship chocolates and self-treats.
HIROFU has added two new colors, 'Bologna' and 'Amalfi,' to its highly popular CITTA tote bag series. These versatile bags feature soft calf leather with minimal decoration, making them perfect for any occasion from commuting to travel.
The popular winter-limited sweets brand SNOWS from Hokkaido returns to Sendai Station with a limited-time pop-up store from January 25 to February 14, 2026, featuring Valentine's season specials including limited-edition Snow Sand cans and new products.
The Gift+ series Firefly Spring Gift Ver. 1/8 scale figure from Honkai: Star Rail is now available for pre-order at AmiAmi, scheduled for release in September 2026.
Hotel Granvia Kyoto's lobby lounge unveils an artistic parfait featuring Ronnefeldt tea cream and Valrhona chocolate, available throughout February in a stunning glass presentation.
Hotel Mikazuki in Kisarazu City, Chiba, will offer limited-time accommodation and day-trip plans in February 2026 exclusively for single-parent families, helping them enjoy their first family trip together.