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Tabelog has unveiled its "100 Best Kissaten 2026" list, highlighting the top 100 Japanese-style cafes as rated by users. Among the picks, 11 establishments earn first-time recognition, including a Tokyo cafe famous for its extra-thick toast and a legendary Osaka coffeehouse serving an aged brew priced at over ¥100,000 per cup.
Takara Shuzo is releasing a new limited-edition flavor of its Takara "Shochu Highball" series — the Sansho Sour — on July 14, 2026, featuring the refreshing aroma and tingling spice of Japanese sansho pepper.
THE FARM resort in Katori City, Chiba, kicks off its summer season with the "冷え冷え・納涼アイランド2026" event from July 1 to mid-October 2026, offering a full lineup of cool-down activities, onsen, glamping, BBQ, and chilled food across the entire resort.
シンクイノベーション株式会社 has launched pre-orders for TV anime The Ramparts of Ice merchandise, featuring can badges, hair clips, pouches, and more in a cute mini-character design.
The "Rich Meat Pie with Black Truffle" from Japanese D2C brand THE ROAST BEEF has received the OMOTENASHI Selection 2026 award, recognized for its quality, storytelling, and potential for international appeal.
A puppet based on Maruchan, the beloved companion always carried by Marche Lorraine in Umamusume Pretty Derby, is now available as a made-to-order product. Pre-orders are open from June 20 to July 19, 2026, with a planned release in late October 2026.
Netmarble's latest cross-platform MMORPG VAMPIR: Heir of Blood is holding its second official live stream on June 24, 2026, where the Japan release date, post-launch roadmap, and tournament details will be announced.
The Westin Yokohama is offering a limited-time "Westin Sleep Well Package with Anker," bundled with the sleep-focused Soundcore Sleep A30 earbuds from Anker Japan — available for stays from July 17 to September 30, 2026.
Yokkaichi City Hotel Annex in Mie Prefecture has renewed its guest rooms and lobby space, introducing a salvia-inspired design and a new exhibition area spotlighting local culture and craftsmanship. New breakfast dishes are also being added from July 16.
SYNC INNOVATION has launched pre-orders for a new lineup of character goods based on the theatrical anime 100 Meters, featuring original artwork of the five sprinters in black suits, available until July 15, 2026.
AREUM BAGEL, produced by Seoul-based Bakery Ten and known for drawing daily lines across Kanto and Kansai, makes its Fukuoka debut in the Daimyo area of Chuo-ku on June 27, 2026.
Movic's new card sleeve brand Artevelo announces its 9th collaboration, partnering with popular illustrator 棉きのし to release four uniquely designed sleeves on September 11, 2026.