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LebeL's HITA series is expanding with the Serum Milk, a multifunctional hair beauty serum that protects hair from heat and softens it to the tips — available at hair salons from May 20, 2026.
Tree of Life is launching two summer-limited skincare items featuring the Limy vacances scent — a tropical blend of kaffir lime leaf, shekwasha citrus, and plumeria — available from April 1, 2026.
The animated film Your Letter, based on the LINE Manga original webtoon by HYEONA CHO, is set for a nationwide Japan release in fall 2026, distributed by Comix Wave Films — the studio behind Makoto Shinkai's works.
Sync Innovation Co., Ltd. has announced new merchandise for Love Live! Nijigasaki High School Idol Club, with pre-orders open from March 26, 2026.
A limited-time pop-up shop featuring Marimekko's playful collection, including exclusive items and early-release pieces, opens at Hankyu Umeda Main Store from April 8 to 21, 2026.
From April 6 to 19, 2026, Maxell Aqua Park Shinagawa will run a special "Keeper's Day Week," offering visitors a closer look at the daily work of aquarium keepers and the role aquariums play in animal welfare.
A 4-day comprehensive event exploring the watersheds connecting the Nanyo Alps to the Uwanada Sea and Shimanto River will be held from April 22 to 25, 2026, at Mori no Kuni Valley in Matsuno-cho, Ehime Prefecture, featuring symposiums, field work, and a community festival.
BellFine has opened pre-orders for two new figures from the Palette Masters Series — Mirko and Katsuki Bakugo from My Hero Academia — featuring advanced 2D painting techniques that make the 3D sculptures look completely flat.
The free-to-play online battle royale MY HERO ULTRA RUMBLE has kicked off its 2.5th anniversary period and Season 16, welcoming America's No. 1 Hero, Star and Stripe, as a new playable character.
To mark its 10th anniversary, Strings Hotel Nagoya is holding a public vote to determine the most beloved parfait from its 10-year history. The winning creation will make a special comeback on June 28 — Parfait Day.
Nekochef is releasing a seasonal paw-shaped financier combining cheddar cheese richness with tropical fruit freshness, available from April 1, 2026 at Tokyo Gift Palette inside Tokyo Station.
The global sports and lifestyle brand NEW ERA is opening a bag-focused pop-up store on the 1st floor of AMU EST in Hakata from April 3 to 19, 2026 — its first pop-up in the Hakata area.