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Namakuri, the viral sweets-in-a-can brand, launches a new chocolate-banana flavor featuring rich chocolate cream, banana sauce, and crunchy toppings.
Nenrinya, the Ginza baumkuchen specialty shop, introduces bite-sized "Mount Baum" coated in luxurious gold chocolate, available January 12 to mid-February 2026.
AmiAmi, a major hobby retailer, is now accepting pre-orders for the GODDESS OF VICTORY NIKKE Rupee Winter Shopper 1/6 Scale Finished Figure from Max Factory.
The Hokkaido mountain resort completes major renovation featuring all-new guest rooms, private sauna suites, and renovated public saunas supervised by renowned sauna expert "ととのえ親方" (Sauna Master Matsuo).
Korean cosmetics brand Coralhaze releases a special Ocha-Ken-inspired limited edition Dew Drop Tint in four new colors, featuring adorable character packaging. Available from January 19, 2026 at variety stores including PLAZA and Loft.
Sekiya Resort Terrace Midobaru's Yukigekka restaurant introduces a new wagyu nigiri dish featuring premium Oita wagyu sirloin. The exquisite 2-piece set offers guests a luxurious way to experience local beef with handcrafted sushi vinegar and sauce.
Hot Palette Co., Ltd.'s Pepper Lunch is significantly renewing its lunch menu from January 21, 2026. The new lineup features signature dishes like Beef Pepper Rice and Wild Juicy Steak, with customizable side options including broccoli salad or kimchi.
Rihga Royal Hotel Kokura presents STRAWBERRY SPECIAL, a popular lunch buffet featuring unlimited strawberry desserts, running from February 1 to May 11, 2026, with two distinct phases offering 18 different sweets.
From March 21 to June 25, 2026, OTTO SETTE, the main dining restaurant at Hoshino Resorts RISONARE Yatsugatake, will offer a special spring dinner course showcasing seasonal strawberries and vegetables paired with expertly selected wines.
Starting January 7, 2026, ROYCE' is releasing three new limited-edition Valentine's sweets, including ROYCE' Rosé Chocolat featuring Joseph Perrier champagne and a new strawberry flavor of their popular ROYCE' Baton Cookies.
ROYCE' Confect has released a variety of Valentine's Day limited edition chocolates and sweets, available for online orders and at directly-operated stores. An early bird discount campaign offers up to 10% off for orders placed before January 26.
Starting January 9th, Saint Marc Cafe's signature CHOCOCRO will face off against the Ultimate ChocoCro in a sales showdown. The campaign also features rich chocolate drinks perfect for Valentine's season.