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PATISSERIE TOOTH TOOTH, a Kobe-based confectionery shop, introduces its Chocolat Collection 2026 featuring chocolate sweets perfect for the upcoming Valentine's season, available from January 15, 2026.
PEACH JOHN launches a special collaboration collection with popular chocolate brand Philly chocolate, featuring rose-motif roomwear and accessories perfect for Valentine's Day.
PIZZA-LA's popular heart-shaped pizzas are back! Choose between the classic red Margherita or the sweet white Cheese & Honey pizza, perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, and special celebrations.
Relive Heisei-era memories with new Pukupuku Awawa-chan and Happy March collaboration goods, all priced at 390 yen (429 yen including tax), launching at Thank You Mart stores nationwide in late January.
RINGO, the freshly baked custard apple pie specialty shop, is releasing two limited-edition Valentine's season apple pies starting January 10, 2026 – featuring indulgent double flavors of caramel and berry chocolate.
Experience the perfect harmony of Western and Japanese flavors with this limited-time afternoon tea featuring vibrant strawberries and aromatic matcha. Available February 15 to March 31, 2026 at Lobby Lounge Fontaine.
Dreams Inc. will begin selling HIPPERS HELLO KITTY AND FRIENDS, decoration figures featuring Sanrio Characters, from January 23, 2026 (Friday).
A one-day cultural event featuring taiko drums, koto music, and tea ceremony will take place in the Japanese garden of this registered cultural property hotel.
Enjoy the Pink Hanaichiogo and Ruby Red Akeichiogo afternoon tea sets featuring strawberry sweets on the 28th floor Sky Lounge Top of Prince from January 15 to May 14, 2026.
Sega Fave launches a new online lottery featuring Mickey Mouse, Goofy, and Max in original cool outfits, with prizes including rings, bracelets, and collectible merchandise.
KADOKAWA launches pre-orders for exclusive collaboration merchandise featuring original illustrations of Snow Miku x HIROSAKI×HAKODATE and Hatsune Miku x Hirosaki apples, available online from January 7 to January 27, 2026.
SEGA has released the third paid DLC for Sonic Racing CrossWorlds featuring PAC-MAN characters, a collaboration course, and an in-game festival event starting January 9.