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Prime 1 Studio's high-end PRIME 1 STATUE brand releases a 1/4 scale statue of Lucy MacLean from the Fallout drama series. Pre-orders start February 5, 2026, with product release scheduled for June to September 2027.
ClaN Entertainment has launched pre-orders for new merchandise from the TV anime Frieren: Beyond Journey's End in the JEWELYC! COLLECTION series.
CRUTCH Co., Ltd.'s street brand GALFY unveils a collaboration collection between its gal line CANDY GALFY and Sanrio's iconic Hello Kitty character, featuring 12 items launching February 7.
CAMPARI JAPAN has announced a package design renewal for its Glen Grant Single Malt Scotch Whisky lineup, featuring the brand's iconic Blue Poppy symbol in an elegant new presentation.
The Maple Mania has launched a Gransta Tokyo exclusive product, Maple Cheese Cookies. These crispy cookies feature maple sugar and cheddar cheese, sandwiched with vanilla white chocolate coating. A new Tokyo souvenir combining sweet maple aroma with savory cheese flavor.
Gunma Prefecture's official mascot Gunma-chan will appear at a special pop-up event at KITTE Osaka on February 14th-15th, 2026. The event features exclusive merchandise including new hoodie colors, limited edition items, and meet-and-greet opportunities with the beloved character.
Unfilter Co., Ltd. has launched a pre-order sale on Makuake for "ZAININ BLACK" and "ZAININ WHITE," the first premium series of craft shochu "ZAININ (罪人)" developed in collaboration with Hachijojima's historic brewery, Sakashita Shuzo.
The Ito Ryokuyuu ryokan has opened new private dining rooms called "Fuji" where guests can enjoy a special onsen-steamed kaiseki course. A commemorative stay plan celebrating the early spring season is now available.
A new Korean restaurant specializing in seolleongtang, a traditional Korean soup made by simmering beef bones and meat for 48 hours, opens in Shin-Okubo on February 6, 2026. The restaurant features Japan's first colorful five-colored noodles made from natural ingredients.
Kayanoya has renewed its popular instant dashi soup lineup, enhancing the flavors to better complement meals. The three varieties now feature richer ingredients and improved taste profiles.
Plus One Education announces a hands-on day tour at Komorebi Mori no Ibaride theme park in Ibaraki, featuring craft-making, authentic pizza cooking, and playground activities for kindergarteners to elementary students.
Nijibox Corporation will host the major design conference 'UI UX Camp! 2026' online on March 5th and 6th. This year's theme is 'Rethinking Design Now,' exploring the essence and future of design in an era of rapid technological evolution.