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A pouch collection featuring Sanrio's Marroncream character is set to roll out in capsule toy vending machines across Japan from late May 2026, with 5 practical designs dressed in floral patterns, polka dots, and ribbon motifs.
Seijo Ishii is launching a refreshed version of its original summer sake "Masumi Hana no Kaze" on May 16, 2026. Brewed by Miyasaka Brewing at 12% ABV without water addition, this lightly sparkling nama sake is crafted to pair with a wide range of modern cuisines.
Shin-Yokohama Prince Hotel is running a Pingu summer festival-themed collaboration from June 15 to August 31, 2026, featuring character afternoon tea at the 42nd-floor bar lounge, decorated concept rooms, and a skating package at KOSÉ Shin-Yokohama Skate Center.
Two limited-time desserts are arriving at Sushiro restaurants across Japan from May 15, 2026 — a peach-laden parfait and a colorful acai waffle bowl, both priced from ¥380.
TeaDrop., the tea confectionery brand from BAKE Inc., is opening a limited-time pop-up shop at Sogo Hiroshima from May 19 to 25, 2026, marking the brand's first appearance in Hiroshima.
A luxury speakeasy-style bar lounge has opened in the basement of The Strings Omotesando hotel. Inspired by Prohibition-era New York, TIME NEST BAR LOUNGE offers original cocktails, American craft beers, and chef-crafted tapas from 5:00 PM nightly.
From May 18, 2026, Horiuchi Fruit Garden is introducing a new collaboration parfait menu made with Umenoyado Sake Brewery's rich fruit liqueur. Three flavors — mango, strawberry, and peach — will be available at four locations across Nara and Osaka.
Starting May 22, 2026, Universal Studios Japan is introducing a shoe-mounted vibration navigation device rental for visually impaired guests — the first such service at any theme park in Japan.
Following its well-received debut, Taiwanese designer brand UUIN is returning to Harajuku for a second pop-up from May 22 to 24, 2026, presenting the spring/summer collection "Beautiful People" inspired by pioneering Taiwanese painter Chen Chin.
Starting May 13, Wonder Steak's Himeji branch is running a weekday lunch promotion with a free 20g increase on its signature "Otoro Beef Steak" for M size and above orders, available through the end of May.
Higashi-Ginza restaurant ZEN HOUSE is accepting reservations for its popular summer shaved ice desserts (kori-gashi), available from June 1 through August 31 during afternoon café hours. Two new luxury flavors are on offer this season.
Bamboo specialist Taketora has launched a new series of bamboo craft accessories and small items made from 1970s deadstock material, featuring intricate hand-woven craftsmanship in nine varieties including brooches, pendants, necklaces, keychains, and more.