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Seven Knights Re:BIRTH received a major update on April 30, introducing the new legendary NightCrow character "[Blood of Spirit Mages] Karasume" along with a new scenario event, login bonuses, new costumes, and character adjustments.
A lineup of collaboration merchandise featuring characters from Shinigami Princess and the Monster of the Library of Miswritten Books is available for pre-order through the Village Vanguard online store from April 30 to May 17, 2026.
Starting May 2026, boutique hotel Shizuru Kamogawa in Kyoto is offering a new suite that gives guests sole access to a 46㎡ private noryo-yuka riverside terrace—a quiet reimagining of one of Kyoto's most beloved summer traditions.
SEGA is hosting the Sonic the Hedgehog 35th Anniversary Official Fan Meeting Tour in Tokyo on June 21, 2026. Admission is free, and applications are now open through May 10 via a lottery system.
The Star Detective Precure! Exhibition coming to Yokohama from May 15, 2026 has unveiled its weekday-only entrance gift, repeat visitor present, and the complete merchandise lineup.
Starting May 16, 2026, Sunshine City Prince Hotel's Cafe & Dining Chef's Palette will offer a seasonal sweets buffet featuring melon and cherry desserts, with over 30 menu items in total.
Suntory's popular fruit canned cocktail brand Suntory -196 (minus one ninety-six) is rolling out renewed versions of its three signature flavors — Double Lemon, Shine Muscat, and White Peach — across Japan from early May 2026.
Suntory's beloved "Kinmugi" brand is releasing a summer seasonal limited edition nationwide from June 23, 2026, featuring a fruity, layered aroma and a vivid water-balloon-themed package inspired by Japan's summer night festivals.
Suntory is launching a new salt lemon sour flavor under its popular Nonaru Sakaba non-alcoholic line on June 30, 2026, available nationwide for a limited time.
Sushimaru Dogo in Matsuyama's Dogo district has launched a self-serve "Ehime Local Sake Server," offering four locally brewed sake varieties for just ¥500 per glass.
A limited whisky lottery guaranteeing two bottles per entry — including the chance to win both Yamazaki 18-Year Single Malt Whisky and Hibiki 21-Year — went on sale starting April 28, 2026.
The Tanabata Sky Lantern Festival 2026 will take place at two venues—Saitama (July 17–23) and Kyoto (August 7–16)—with up to 3,500 LED sky lanterns lighting up the night sky each evening.