Discover insider tips, travel guides, and inspiring stories for your next adventure in Japan
A Nendoroid of Kasane Teto based on her VOICEPEAK text-to-speech software form is set for release in October 2026, priced at 7,800 yen.
To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the beloved picture book series Kobito Zukan, a newly created giant Hotoke Akabane balloon will make its world premiere at Suma Patio in Kobe starting May 2, 2026. The three-day event also features a kobito hunt, special lottery, and food court collaboration menus.
Fukuya department store's annual koinobori exhibition has evolved into a regenerative art project, transforming donated carp streamers into carnations that carry family sentiment from Children's Day to Mother's Day.
La Sportiva is hosting a limited-time shoe rental pop-up at Mt. TAKAO BASE CAMP from May 1 to May 31, 2026. Trail runners can try out the PRODIGIO series on the trails of the Mt. Takao area for just ¥330 per day.
Women's fashion brand LAUTREAMONT is hosting a Summer Fair from May 13 to 24, 2026, with an original coin case offered to customers spending ¥35,000 (excl. tax) or more, plus a limited edition scarf-print shopper bag for all shoppers.
Mexican goods brand Letra has introduced new pink colorways to its mercado bag lineup for summer 2026, offering a range of shades from vibrant to muted — including soft pairings with blue — for wearers looking to add a pop of color to their everyday looks.
AMNIBUS has launched pre-orders for 11 new items from the TV anime Makeine: Too Many Losing Heroines!, including original illustration trading acrylic cards, glitter can badges, life-size tapestries, and more in a Beach Date ver. design.
Swiss outdoor brand Mammut opened its grand-opening store at LaLaport EXPOCITY in Suita, Osaka on May 1, 2026. The store is the world's first to adopt Mammut's brand-new global store concept, bringing the sights and textures of the Swiss Alps to Kansai.
Japanese furniture maker Maruni Mokko has taken part in a collaboration project between Paris Saint-Germain and Astro Boy, releasing a limited-edition walnut wood sculpture of the iconic character alongside ceramic and soft-vinyl versions by two other Japanese craft partners.
Starting from April 22, 2026, Mary Chocolate is rolling out a lineup of summer-limited chilled sweets perfect for Obon gifts and homecoming season, including new frozen dessert sets, fruit jelly assortments, and custard puddings.
A seasonal "Matcha and Cherry Afternoon Tea" is on offer at the 20th-floor restaurant of Mitsui Garden Hotel Yokohama Minatomirai Premier from May 1 to June 30, 2026, along with three new matcha-themed seasonal cocktails at the adjoining BAR BELLO GATTI.
Morinapo (Moriyama Napoli), a frozen pizza brand based in Kanazawa, Ishikawa, is offering its "May Monthly Pizza Set" — a three-pizza bundle featuring teriyaki chicken, cream with pancetta, and shrimp with basil sauce — available through May 31, 2026.