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An 18K gold mini figurine of Astro Boy — measuring just approximately 15mm — is now available for pre-order as the first release in the Tezuka Osamu World Gold Collection, meticulously crafted by skilled jewelry artisans.
Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo – The Making of Harry Potter is rolling out an exciting summer lineup from June 9, 2026, including a Tom and Jerry collaboration event, seasonal limited menus, an Evening High Tea package, and an Original Wand-Making Workshop for school-age visitors.
A new yogurt specialty shop using locally sourced Hiruzen Jersey milk has opened in the hot spring town of Yubara Onsen in Maniwa City, Okayama — Japan's top Jersey milk producing region.
The third YUKO SAEKI for ROPÉ collaboration between fashion brand ROPÉ and illustrator Yuko Saeki launches with two T-shirt styles inspired by the women of Paris, available for pre-order online from May 8, 2026.
3DME, the 3D figure service that has created over 6,500 figures, has launched a new "Pet Magnet Made from Photos" add-on option for its pet figure service, starting May 20, 2026. A campaign price of ¥1,100 (tax included) is available through June 30, 2026.
Two beloved Turkish sweet brands — historic baklava maker Nadir Gullu and luxury hotel confectionery divan — are holding a limited-time pop-up at Abeno Harukas Kintetsu Main Store from May 20 to 26, 2026.
ACAO ROSE FESTA 2026 is underway at ACAO FOREST in Atami, Shizuoka, through June 7, 2026. With approximately 600 varieties and 4,000 rose plants at peak bloom across 13 hillside gardens overlooking Sagami Bay, the event also features limited-edition seasonal menus, handmade workshops, a photo campaign, and a new instant camera rental experience.
A global early preview for ARES: THE IRON VANGUARD, a new solo-focused stylish action RPG from Com2uS Holdings, is now underway. Players worldwide can participate until May 27 on PC and Android.
Awaji Farm Park England Hill on Awaji Island is marking its 25th anniversary with a rose garden at peak bloom — 110 varieties and around 680 plants — alongside the debut of northern koala "Komachi," and a popular onion-themed sports event returning for its 16th year.
Hamburger restaurant chain Bikkuri Donkey is holding its fifth annual "Hamburg-ya no Menchi Katsu" fair from May 27, 2026, adding a new oroshi-so sauce option, a revamped Menchi Katsu Sand, and a new limited-time Party Set takeout menu.
CAFÉ TANAKA, founded in 1963, is set to open a permanent store on the basement 1st floor of Isetan Shinjuku Main Building on June 17, 2026. Two exclusive limited-edition cookie tins will be available to celebrate the opening.
Cagi de Rêves, a key-themed chocolaterie in Osaka's Matsuyamachi, is hosting a Cagi Fair from May 22 to June 26, 2026, featuring individually purchasable key-series chocolates, a newly launched key-shaped chocolate pie, and a limited-time Cagi Gacha campaign.