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Kashima Arts to Show 15 Works by Itō Jakuchū and a Complete 12-Panel Shikō Munakata Set at "MEGURU" Vol. 27 Auction, Preview from August 22

From August 22 to 30, 2026, Kashima Arts in Tokyo's Kyobashi district will hold a free preview viewing for "MEGURU" Vol. 27 Main Sale, an art auction featuring 15 works by Itō Jakuchū and a complete 12-panel set of Shikō Munakata's Two Bodhisattvas and Ten Disciples of Śākyamuni, among 213 works of Japanese and Western art.

Jul 30, 2026

#News #Art / Design +3 more

Mie

Kimono no Heya, Facing Sarutahiko Shrine in Ise, Launches a Mother's Antique Kimono Rental Set on August 8

Kimono no Heya, an antique kimono rental shop across from Sarutahiko Shrine in Ise, Mie Prefecture, begins full support for mothers' visiting-kimono rental from August 8, adding dressing, hair styling, and luggage storage to the children's Shichi-Go-San kimono it already offers.

Jul 30, 2026

#News #New Opening +5 more

Osaka

Illustrator Konatsu Tani's Solo Exhibition "planto" Comes to Two Tsutaya Bookstore Locations

Starting August 1, 2026, Umeda Tsutaya Shoten and Ginza Tsutaya Shoten are holding illustrator Konatsu Tani's solo exhibition "planto," featuring original works inspired by bonsai in ukiyo-e and Japanese paintings, along with art books, goods, and in-store meet-and-greet events.

Jul 30, 2026

#News #Art / Design +2 more

Okinawa

Surfeel Spa Okinawa at Laguna Garden Hotel Hosts a Summer-Only Night Pool for Resort Evenings in Okinawa

Surfeel Spa Okinawa, the sauna and spa facility at Laguna Garden Hotel in Ginowan, Okinawa, is extending its outdoor pool hours to 9:00 PM from July 18 through August 31, 2026, adding new daybeds and lantern lighting for a Night Pool with Okinawan food and drinks at the poolside bar.

Jul 30, 2026

#News #Hotel +5 more

Nagano

LeGrand Karuizawa Hotel & Resort Marks 8th Anniversary with New Wedding Plan Offering 10 Special Benefits

LeGrand Karuizawa Hotel & Resort is celebrating its 8th anniversary with a new commemorative wedding plan featuring ten benefits, including a discounted ceremony fee and a complimentary overnight stay for the newlyweds, with bookings opening August 1, 2026.

Jul 30, 2026

#News #Hotel +2 more

Lisa Larson's "Nippon no Lisa Neko" Series Adds Two New Shigaraki Ware Cats

Two new pieces are joining Lisa Larson's "Nippon no Lisa Neko" series — the mountain-themed "Mata Tabi no Neko - Yama" and water-themed "Mata Tabi no Neko - Mizu" — marking the traveling cats' first appearance in Shigaraki ware, now available at the Tonkachi Store.

Jul 30, 2026

#News #New Product +4 more

Tokyo

SNS Short-Video Star MEATBALL-SAN Opens First Pop-Up Shop in Shibuya, With New Acrylic Stands, Plushies, and More

MEATBALL-SAN, a character who has become a hit through social media short videos, is opening its first pop-up shop at HMV&BOOKS SHIBUYA and HMV&BOOKS online, featuring new merchandise such as acrylic stands and a plushie, plus a special collaboration receipt for shoppers.

Jul 30, 2026

#News #Characters +3 more

LINE Emoji for Viewer-Participation Music Project MILGRAM by DECO*27, OTOIRO, and Takuya Yamanaka Now Available

New LINE emoji featuring the cute chibi characters from MILGRAM, the viewer-participation music project by DECO*27, OTOIRO, and Takuya Yamanaka, launched on July 30, adding a playful touch to everyday chats.

Jul 30, 2026

#News #Anime / Manga +3 more

Osaka

Mulberry Brings Limited PEANUTS Collection to Hankyu Umeda Main Store's Umeda Snoopy Festival

British lifestyle brand Mulberry joins the Umeda Snoopy Festival at Hankyu Umeda Main Store from August 12 to 25, 2026, with an exclusive PEANUTS collection featuring original Snoopy artwork across 11 made-to-order pieces.

Jul 30, 2026

#News #Shopping +3 more

Nendoroid Face Maker Launches Nendoroid Celestia Ludenberg Collab With 6 Exclusive Face Parts

Good Smile Company's Nendoroid Face Maker service has kicked off a collaboration with the newly available Nendoroid Celestia Ludenberg, offering six limited-edition face part designs for pre-order.

Jul 30, 2026

#News #Anime Merchandise +2 more

Hokkaido

Noboribetsu Sekisuitei's Restaurant "桜房" Introduces the "Kiwami Plan" With Golden-Grilled Ise Lobster, Limited to Two Groups a Day on Weekdays

Noboribetsu Sekisuitei in Hokkaido has introduced the "Kiwami Plan" at its restaurant "桜房" — available on weekdays only and limited to two groups a day — featuring a golden-grilled Ise lobster, seasonal vegetable clay-pot steaming, and a half buffet for dinner and breakfast.

Jul 30, 2026

#News #Accommodation +5 more

Okiagari Polon-chan Returns as a Miniature Figure in Five Fan-Voted Colors This August

A new lineup of Miniature Okiagari Polon-chan figures, chosen in five colors through a fan poll at Tokyo Toy Show 2025, along with matching charms and keychains, goes on sale August 5, 2026 through the official online store.

Jul 30, 2026

#News #New Product +3 more

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Kashima Arts to Show 15 Works by Itō Jakuchū and a Complete 12-Panel Shikō Munakata Set at "MEGURU" Vol. 27 Auction, Preview from August 22

Kimono no Heya, Facing Sarutahiko Shrine in Ise, Launches a Mother's Antique Kimono Rental Set on August 8

Illustrator Konatsu Tani's Solo Exhibition "planto" Comes to Two Tsutaya Bookstore Locations

Surfeel Spa Okinawa at Laguna Garden Hotel Hosts a Summer-Only Night Pool for Resort Evenings in Okinawa

LeGrand Karuizawa Hotel & Resort Marks 8th Anniversary with New Wedding Plan Offering 10 Special Benefits

Lisa Larson's "Nippon no Lisa Neko" Series Adds Two New Shigaraki Ware Cats

SNS Short-Video Star MEATBALL-SAN Opens First Pop-Up Shop in Shibuya, With New Acrylic Stands, Plushies, and More

LINE Emoji for Viewer-Participation Music Project MILGRAM by DECO*27, OTOIRO, and Takuya Yamanaka Now Available

Mulberry Brings Limited PEANUTS Collection to Hankyu Umeda Main Store's Umeda Snoopy Festival

Nendoroid Face Maker Launches Nendoroid Celestia Ludenberg Collab With 6 Exclusive Face Parts

Noboribetsu Sekisuitei's Restaurant "桜房" Introduces the "Kiwami Plan" With Golden-Grilled Ise Lobster, Limited to Two Groups a Day on Weekdays

Okiagari Polon-chan Returns as a Miniature Figure in Five Fan-Voted Colors This August