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The first in a new five-year annual series from Nikka Whisky highlights coal direct-fire distillation and features long-matured malt from the brand's founding year of 2000.
Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel is offering a special stay plan combining a private yakatabune fireworks viewing cruise on the Arakawa River with hotel accommodations for the Koto Fireworks Festival on August 11, 2026.
W Osaka is hosting a collaboration afternoon tea with Italian fashion brand N°21 at its 3rd-floor LIVING ROOM, running from May 2 to July 31, 2026.
Yokohama Bay Sheraton Hotel & Towers will host a peach and mango-themed night sweets buffet called "Sweets Parade," featuring 10 seasonal tropical desserts at the spacious Sea Wind Lounge, every Wednesday and Thursday from June 3 to July 30, 2026.
The 17LIVE live streaming app is launching its first collaboration event with mezzo piano junior, the iconic Heisei-era teen fashion brand. The event runs from May 1 to May 15, 2026, offering mezzo piano-themed gifts, digital prizes, and official character merchandise.
Akita Castle Hotel in Akita City is opening its rooftop beer garden from May 28 through September 18, 2026, with a new unlimited-drink option and an early-bird discount on the standard course.
Aman Tokyo's 33rd-floor Italian restaurant Arva will host a special Italian sweets buffet on June 6 and 7, 2026, inspired by the traditional "Infiorata" flower festival in Spello, Italy. La Patisserie by Aman Tokyo will also offer limited-edition cakes for Mother's Day and Father's Day.
A limited-edition whisky lottery exclusive to Amazon.co.jp is now available, offering 466 tickets at ¥7,777 each. The Hakushu Aged 18 Years features as the top prize, available across just 3 of the 466 tickets.
KONAMI's popular arcade medal game series Anima Lotta marks its 15th anniversary in 2026, with a variety of limited events running through May 31 at amusement facilities across Japan and on the Konaste Medal Corner app.
A 1/7 scale figure of Entelechia from Arknights in her Promotion Stage 2 version is now available for pre-order at Amiami, featuring intricate scythe detailing, pearl and aurora painting, and a bat and rose themed base. Scheduled for release in February 2027.
Bandai Namco Entertainment is running a Steam key code sale on Amazon until May 3, 2026, featuring titles such as Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown and Tekken 7 at up to 79% off.
The Bourbon-themed lottery returns with a refreshed lineup of nostalgic and cute merchandise, including pillows, cushions, blankets, keychains, socks, and more, available at retailers nationwide.