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Kyoto confectionery maker Tsuruyayoshinobu is releasing Kyokanze Matcha, a new stone-ground matcha flavor of its century-old signature wagashi, available from April 11, 2026, at stores nationwide.
La Vista Atami Terrace, a large resort hotel offering panoramic views of Sagami Bay, has opened in Atami. The hotel features private hot spring baths in upper-floor rooms, an observation open-air bath, four free private baths, and two distinct dining styles.
Ladurée and Cath Kidston have teamed up for a special collaboration featuring book bags, pouches, and handkerchiefs adorned with intricate hand-drawn prints. Pre-orders open April 3, 2026 at the Cath Kidston Nishi-Ginza store and official online store, with nationwide release planned from early June.
LUNA EARTH ONLINE has added new fruit-motif accessories and colorful ring designs to its lineup, including cherry and strawberry pieces starting from ¥330.
The Spring Fair 2026 runs from April 10 to May 6 at Machida Yakushiike Park Shikisai no Mori, featuring the Peony and Chinese Herbaceous Peony Festival alongside a variety of seasonal events across all nine park facilities.
Lounge SouthCourt on the 20th floor of Hotel Century Southern Tower is bringing back its popular Melon Afternoon Tea for a limited run from May 1 to August 31, 2026, featuring domestic melon in sweets, savory dishes, and baked goods.
Minimal - Bean to Bar Chocolate - is introducing a new spring-limited "Fruit Sandwich Cake" at its Tomigaya flagship store from April 1, 2026, available for just 15 servings per day.
The National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation (Miraikan) is partially renewing its permanent exhibition "Digitally Natural - Naturally Digital," supervised by media artist Yoichi Ochiai, opening to the public on April 1, 2026.
Monday Man, the character known for proclaiming Monday's arrival to weary holiday returnees, has launched as figure keychains in capsule toy corners nationwide starting March 30, 2026.
Nekoicha, a hand care brand focused on bonding between cats and people, is releasing a new handmade cat kick toy on April 3, 2026, crafted entirely by workers at disability welfare workshops.
A spring-themed afternoon tea served on Francfranc tableware is coming to New Otani Inn Yokohama Premium from April 1, 2026, with a 500-yen Francfranc shopping ticket included.
World-renowned flower artist Nicolai Bergmann has created special flower installations at ASAMA KUZANBO, a private villa resort in Kitakaruizawa, Gunma, marking the resort's 5th anniversary on April 26, 2026.