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Good Smile Arts Shanghai has announced 1/7 scale finished figures of Rei Ayanami and Asuka Shikinami Langley from Rebuild of Evangelion, based on illustrations by Yoshiyuki Sadamoto. Both figures are priced at 18,600 yen each and are scheduled for release in March 2027.
Rokumei Coffee, a specialty coffee brand that originated in Nara, is opening its second Tokyo location at Shibuya Scramble Square 2F on March 5, 2026. The new shop features an exclusive seasonal blend and new pastry items.
SABUROMARU Distillery has released a limited single cask whisky featuring Sun Shangxiang from Romance of the Three Kingdoms 8 Remake, with only 211 bottles available via lottery.
Thank You Mart is releasing a collection of Easter-themed limited items featuring Sanrio Characters Wish me mell, Usahana, and Marron Cream. All items are priced at 390 yen (tax included 429 yen), with online pre-orders opening March 6 and in-store sales beginning late March 2026.
I visited Sasaguri in Fukuoka for an Ohenro pilgrimage and meditation experience tour. Just 20 minutes by train from Hakata, this hidden gem offers a deeply authentic Japanese spiritual and cultural experience, complete with guided temple visits, sutra chanting, and meditation led by a real Buddhist monk.
SEGA Lucky Kuji's new Esther Bunny Little series goes on sale from March 6, 2026, featuring a no-miss lottery with prizes including a BIG blanket, cling mascots, fluffy pouches, and a giant lying plushie as the Last Lucky Prize.
A new chocolate snack combining crunchy pretzels with sustainable cacao bitter chocolate is coming to Seven-Eleven stores nationwide from March 10.
Gran Cafe at Sheraton Grande Tokyo Bay Hotel is holding a Nagasaki & Saga Gourmet Fair from March 1 to April 30, 2026, featuring regional dishes from both prefectures supervised by the executive chef of Nagasaki Marriott Hotel.
Shibuya Gyoza is offering a limited-time dessert menu for White Day from March 9 to 15, 2026, featuring two sweet gyoza pie bites — including a new matcha an butter flavor.
Mixology Station Hakurai Bar in Shimbashi began serving lunch on March 5, 2026, under the name "Shimbashi Curry Hakurai," offering two signature curry dishes that blend Indian heritage with Japanese ingredients and technique.
A limited summer grill menu is available aboard Shin Nihonkai Ferry Co., Ltd. ferries from June 8 to September 6, 2026, showcasing Hokkaido seasonal ingredients in full-course dining at sea.
From March 16 to April 15, 2026, the rooftop BBQ venue at Shin-Yokohama Prince Hotel is offering a cherry blossom-themed barbecue plan featuring seasonal ingredients and sakura-inspired decor.