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The Tower of AION's latest major update "Dragon Emperor Tiamat's Advent" is set to arrive on April 22, 2026, bringing a new 4-floor dungeon and a brand-new class called Void Wing. Pre-registration is open now with special in-game rewards for all participants.
Pre-orders are now open for merchandise based on the theatrical anime 100 Meters, featuring acrylic stands, hair clips, uniform-design face towels, and scene photo goods.
Starting April 10th, approximately 170 AEON and AEON Style stores across Japan will carry 8 types of Tom and Jerry collaboration T-shirts from the youth casual wear brand Doublefocus, priced at 1,980 yen (2,178 yen with tax).
FAN+Life has opened pre-orders for original merchandise inspired by TV anime The Angel Next Door Spoils Me Rotten Season 2, with six product types themed around Mahiru Shiina's angel-style coordinate outfits. Pre-orders are open now, with release scheduled for late July 2026.
A large-scale sakura installation crafted from 1,500-year-old Echizen washi paper and recycled fluorescent lamp glass took center stage at the Japan-Monaco 20th Anniversary Diplomatic Celebration, earning front-page coverage across European media.
Ron Herman and Baggu are releasing their fifth collaboration bag on April 25, featuring a fresh white-and-navy dot pattern inspired by Ron Herman's corporate colors.
A special collaboration between Ballsey's WHITE LINE and manipuri brings together refined sophistication and handcrafted artistry in a limited collection available at TOMORROWLAND stores.
BASE LAYER HOTEL NAGOYA NISHIKI has introduced "ROOM 0" by BLH, a new program helping guests enjoy sports during their travels, starting with New Balance running wear and shoe rentals available from late March 2026.
Two limited-edition rums from Bielle distillery on the island of Marie-Galante — the Rhum Blanc Canne Grise and Rhum Vieux Canne Grise Brut de Fût 2018 — are now shipping to retailers across Japan starting April 10, 2026.
BoConcept has announced its first-ever collaboration with Copenhagen-based design studio atelier axo, introducing a dining collection that blends architectural precision with the warmth of Scandinavian craftsmanship. The BoConcept × atelier axo collection is available globally from April 8, 2026.
French-style bakery BOUL'ANGE is opening its 21st store at Takashimaya Gate Tower Mall in Nagoya on April 15, 2026, featuring exclusive Roll Bun and Chewy Cookie items alongside its signature croissant lineup and a hearty sandwich menu for lunch.
A collection of exclusive merchandise from a Cardcaptor Sakura: Clear Card and Village Vanguard collaboration is now on sale, featuring trading pin badges, character stands, acrylic keychains, acrylic charms, trading clear cards, phone shoulder straps, and a tote bag.