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AmiAmi is now accepting pre-orders for the Mirajane Strauss Bunny Ver. 1/4 scale completed figure from the TV anime Fairy Tail, produced by FREEing and scheduled for release in December 2026.
Fuji-Q Highland renews its long-loved Sky Cycle into "Kirarinko," an aerial cycle attraction where riders pick their own music and glide over a sea of mist by day and a world of lights by night.
Fujizakura Kogen Beer is hosting its 28th Anniversary Thanksgiving Festival on July 4, 2026, at its brewery in Fujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi, offering all-you-can-drink access to about 20 beers — including a limited anniversary brew making its debut ahead of its official release.
From July to September 2026, The 30th Restaurant at Futakotamagawa Excel Hotel Tokyu offers a herb-infused French course featuring seasonal dishes including marinated lobster, slow-cooked lamb, and a verbena blanc manger — with panoramic views 130 meters above the city.
The palm-sized stuffed animal AI pet Fuzozo, which won the iF Design Award 2026, is heading to Casselini HARAJUKU for a hands-on experience event running June 30 to July 13.
Hakone Retreat före & villa 1/f in Sengokuhara is hosting a crystal bowl sound retreat on July 7–8, 2026, performed by crystal bowl artist Junko. Open to hotel guests, the program invites visitors to immerse themselves in the resonance of crystal and forest.
The 6th figure in the Chibi Neco series from Honkai: Star Rail features Blade, crafted by RIBOSE and available exclusively through select distributors including AmiAmi, priced at 11,000 yen with a planned May 2027 release.
A new 1/8 scale figure of Cyrene from Honkai: Star Rail in a holiday outfit — part of the Gift+ series by Myethos — is now available for pre-order at Amiami, with a planned release in January 2027.
Japan Monkey Park in Inuyama, Aichi, is hosting the summer night festival "Monpa no Yomatsuri" on select dates from August to September 2026. With extended hours until 8 PM, the event offers fireworks, illuminated attractions, Sumikkogurashi character appearances, taiko performances, and more.
Celebrating five years of Jujutsu Kaisen, a themed cafe is opening at BOX cafe&space locations in Shinjuku, Nagoya, and Umeda with character-inspired food, drinks, and exclusive merchandise.
Starting July 1, 2026, Kamakura Wich introduces a passion fruit and pineapple seasonal flavor, a discounted summer shipping campaign, and a new store opening at Cubic Plaza Shin-Yokohama.
Two official clan tournaments for Lineage 2 Revolution — the LRT Season 16 BEST8 and the 14th Challenge Cup Finals on June 27, followed by the LRT Season 16 FINAL on June 28 — will be streamed live on YouTube Live.