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A new craft gin made with domestically grown Damask roses and 14 botanicals is now available for lottery purchase through the online liquor shop KURAND.
Shiba Park Hotel in Tokyo has installed a new book exchange shelf called the "Traveling Bookshelf," where guests can leave a book they've finished and take one in return, connecting travelers from around the world through stories.
The Shibuya Sakuragaoka Sakura Matsuri kicks off on March 27, 2026 at Shibuya Sakura Stage and the surrounding Sakuragaoka area, bringing cherry blossom season to life with a lineup of events including a Sakura Miku pop-up, an artisan bread festival, and a world-class fashion carnival.
Shima Green Adventure in Shima City, Mie Prefecture is adding a new "Camp Field" featuring 22 spacious sites on former golf course grounds, opening May 1, 2026.
The popular "Shinjuku Kotori Haku" bird-themed market returns for its 6th year at Odakyu Department Store Shinjuku, running from April 1 to 6. Bird artists and specialty shops from across Japan will gather to offer bird-motif goods, accessories, ceramics, and more.
Shizuoka Blue Revs and BEAUTY&YOUTH UNITED ARROWS are releasing their fourth collaborative collection, featuring a short-sleeve rugby shirt and a pile polo shirt that balance casual wearability with stadium presence.
A 1/6 scale Chun-Li figure from the Street Fighter series, faithfully recreating illustrator Akiman's artwork, is now available for preorder at AmiAmi with an August 2026 release date.
A new antique-themed Royal Gacha called "Souvenir d'une Rose" has been added to Sugar Doll, the dress-up and character-raising mobile game. The gacha is available through July 21, 2026.
Four new Suica Penguin regional character goods inspired by local traditions in Iwate, Miyagi, and Saitama go on sale from March 27, 2026 at TRAINIART stores and online.
The third installment in the popular Symphogear G music box series features the beloved song "Nijiiro no Flügel," with pre-orders opening March 31, 2026.
The purchase bonuses for TechnoByobu TB-02 The Ghost in the Shell have been announced, featuring an original illustration by Shirow Masamune rendered in western gold leaf — depicting Fuchikoma characters enjoying cherry blossom viewing.
Cheese Meat, a popular Italian all-you-can-eat restaurant on the 16th floor of Abeno Lucias in Tennoji, has introduced an unlimited cheese topping option for select menu items — with rich, specialty cheese poured tableside in a spectacular performance.