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The popular mobile puzzle RPG Puzzle & Dragons marks its 14th anniversary with a special campaign offering luxurious prizes and in-game rewards for players to share their favorite memories.
The MMORPG Red Stone kicks off its 21st anniversary main festival featuring a limited-time boss rush, special events, and major system improvements.
The Royal Ballet's beloved production of The Nutcracker returns to Japanese cinemas from February 20 to 26, featuring principal dancers Mayara Magri and Reece Clarke in Tchaikovsky's timeless winter classic.
Ryugujo Spa Hotel Mikazuki in Kisarazu, Chiba, reopens with completely renovated guest rooms in two buildings. Fujimitei opens March 18, 2026, and Ryugutei opens March 20, 2026, with a total of 95 refreshed rooms.
Skater Co., Ltd. has released new gel cooling sheets featuring Hello Kitty, My Melody, Kuromi, and Cinnamoroll designs. The sheets feature cute character prints directly on the gel surface and provide up to 10 hours of cooling relief.
Ensky has announced the release of new Sanrio Characters merchandise, including adorable trump cards and versatile card stands featuring six beloved characters, set to launch in June 2026.
Netmarble announces a special co-viewing event featuring hololive VTuber Nakiri Ayame on February 26, coinciding with ABEMA's free marathon broadcast of The Seven Deadly Sins TV anime series.
The popular mobile action RPG Solo Leveling: ARISE is teaming up with the globally renowned battle royale game Fortnite for a limited-time special collaboration event featuring exclusive character-themed items.
Men's fashion brand TAKEO KIKUCHI introduces a new label showcasing modern sophistication with playful edge, available online and in stores nationwide from February 20.
The light festival TOKYO LIGHTS 2026 will illuminate West Shinjuku from May 23 to 31, 2026, featuring an international projection mapping competition and immersive light art installations at Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building and Shinjuku Central Park.
HANAGATAYA's Tokyo Originals brand introduces five new products for February, developed in collaboration with popular Tokyo shops including artisan candy maker PAPABUBBLE, chai specialist uRn.chAi&TeA, and traditional confectioner Eitaro Sohonpo.
Universal Studios Japan celebrates its 25th anniversary with a special Kuromi short drama series launching February 20, 2026. The series follows Kuromi and her band BLACK DREAMS BLOOM as they prepare for a new live show under the theme "Discover U!!!"