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Cafe Cross Yard at Hotel Metropolitan Saitama Shintoshin will serve kuwai (arrowhead) from Koshigaya City as part of their New Year's breakfast buffet for three days starting January 1, 2026.
Wolfgang Zwiener's new Italian trattoria in Aoyama presents a luxurious afternoon tea featuring seasonal strawberries and USDA Prime Beef mini cheeseburgers from January 16 to April 30, 2026.
Yamanaka-za theater in Kaga Onsen hosts its annual New Year opening ceremony on January 2, 2026, featuring traditional dances by Yamanaka geisha. Experience authentic Japanese performing arts in this historic hot spring town.
Muzzle Inc. will host a Kamisama Kitsune to Salaryman POP UP STORE at Loft locations across Japan starting January 9, 2026, featuring exclusive merchandise with cute snow play illustrations.
KADOKAWA's new BL manga Kawaii Shitsuji no Tsukurikata vol.1 hits shelves today, featuring a bold young master and his fallen butler in a comedic battle of wits and pride.
The Valentine Chocolat Collection 2026 kicks off at Kintetsu Department Store Abeno Harukas on January 17 (Saturday), featuring around 160 brands in a chocolate wonderland experience over 29 days.
Handmade bamboo lanterns crafted from reclaimed bamboo forests illuminate the hot spring town in Kumamoto's Kurokawa Onsen through March 31, 2026.
Felissimo's humor goods brand YOU+MORE! has launched new lazy starfish-themed bead cushions and mascots inspired by the relatable sight of starfish lounging in aquariums.
The TV anime Maebashi Witches has launched a collaboration with Natural Hot Spring Yurabu in Ota, featuring life-size character panels, original merchandise, collaboration menus, and special campaigns running through January 2026.
Maruetsu supermarket begins accepting reservations for 2026 Setsubun ehomaki on December 27, offering lucky direction sushi rolls with premium ingredients including first-harvest seaweed, Hokkaido salmon and scallops, and specialty options from partner restaurants.
Maruyama Coffee will release three types of New Year gift sets featuring colorful festive packaging, perfect for New Year greetings. The collection includes seasonal limited-edition medium and dark roast coffees, as well as convenient drip bag options.
Starting January 22, 2026, GiGO arcade stores nationwide will feature exclusive mascot plushies designed by beloved artist mojojojo, known for creating adorable characters with relaxed expressions and nostalgic charm.