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JR Hokkaido Fresh Kiosk launches new Kitaca-branded writing instruments featuring the adorable Ezo flying squirrel mascot. The collection includes Kuru Toga mechanical pencils and uni JETSTREAM 4&1 multi-pens, available from January 9, 2026.
Kobe Hankyu department store will host the "Everyone's Galette Expo" from January 9 to 12, 2026, featuring Galette des Rois from popular patisseries and boulangeries across Kobe and beyond, along with various galette-themed events.
Koikeya releases seasonal potato chips featuring Japanese plum with fragrant Isewan seaweed topping, available for order until January 13th.
Tonkachi Inc. has released original merchandise for the Lisa Larson's Way exhibition currently held at PLAY! MUSEUM in Tachikawa, Tokyo. These items are now available for advance purchase at PLAY! MUSEUM and will also be sold sequentially at the online shop Tonkachi Store.
Lotteria introduces three new sukiyaki-inspired burgers starting January 7th, featuring beef short rib, shirataki noodles, and special sukiyaki sauce in a limited-time campaign.
Melrose Co., Ltd. will hold its second MELROSE THINK. pop-up event from January 10 to 14, 2026, at Lumine Shinjuku Gallery1, featuring sustainable and ethical fashion brands and initiatives.
Discover how Nagoya-based mochi specialty shop "To, Mochi" is transforming traditional rice cakes into everyday treats with innovative flavors like An-Butter Mochi, Mikan Mochi, and Sansho Isobe Mochi.
Nissin Cisco introduces a limited-edition Coconut Sable featuring apple pie flavor with fermented butter, apple essence, and cinnamon accents. Available nationwide from January 12, 2026.
Nosh Co., Ltd. launches its nosh pâtisserie series on January 5, 2026, featuring three authentic desserts that balance delicious taste with health-conscious nutrition - Fondant Chocolat, Double Cheesecake, and Tiramisu.
Discover the heritage kilt skirt brand O'Neil of Dublin, established in the 1850s, at a limited-time pop-up shop at Hanshin Department Store Umeda Main Store from January 7 to 13, 2026.
A special pop-up shop featuring new merchandise from Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie - Rebellion is coming to multiple Mitsui Shopping Park LaLaport locations and DiverCity Tokyo Plaza across Japan from January 2026.
Natural cosmetics brand SABON releases a limited-edition Valentine's gift kit featuring the Gentleman Collection fragrance, available from January 15, 2026.