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ISEMAN CO., LTD., a group company of IX Holdings, is releasing Single Malt Whisky Ise -2025 Edition-, the first Japanese single malt whisky from the Ise-Shima region, made with 100% malt spirit distilled and aged at the Ise Distillery. This limited edition of 250 bottles will be available from December 30, 2025.
JAF Kyoto and Keihan Hotels & Resorts are co-hosting the Nidec Kyoto Tower Stair Climbing 2026 × JAF event on January 25, 2026. Participants will climb the 355-step spiral staircase inside Kyoto's iconic tower to reach the observation deck, with special certificates and related events included.
The visual novel game KANADE is celebrating its Nintendo Switch download release with a 20% off sale until January 31, 2026. The PC package version has also launched, with limited special editions featuring exclusive merchandise and bonus content.
Shinjuku Takashimaya will host the Kurihara Kanji Exhibition -THE CITY- from December 29, 2025, featuring new works inspired by the cities of Shinjuku and Osaka
A new 1/6 scale figure of Kuroneko (Ruri Gokou) from the popular anime My Little Sister Can't Be This Cute is now available for pre-order. The White Cat Ver. features the character in a refreshing white dress, capturing a summer moment. The figure includes interchangeable face parts and is available with an exclusive plushie set.
Photomatic self-photo booths are offering collaboration frames featuring the popular school idol project Love Live! Sunshine!! at 12 locations nationwide from December 26, 2025 to January 13, 2026.
Okamedo, a traditional Japanese confectionery shop in Toyohashi, launches a new wheat-flour uiro featuring locally-sourced Gamagori mikans with a moist texture and sustainable approach to food waste reduction.
Fairfield by Marriott Gifu Mino hosts a special hands-on workshop where guests can create their own Mino washi paper crafts in a historic 270-year-old building, experiencing the region's UNESCO-recognized papermaking tradition.
A special preview exhibition featuring a curated selection of 57 works from an important Japanese private collection will be held at Hillside Forum in Daikanyama from January 29-31, 2026, ahead of the March auction.
New Monchhichi door plate-style charms featuring various daily life scenes are coming to capsule toy vending machines across Japan in mid-December 2025. The collection includes 10 different designs with dual-sided plates showing activities like studying, cooking, bathing, and sleeping.
Monster Hunter Festa '26, the ultimate gathering for Monster Hunter fans nationwide, will feature exclusive visitor benefits, special merchandise, impressive life-size installations, and exciting content. The event will be held on February 22, 2026, at Makuhari Messe in Chiba.
GreenFlash Co., Ltd. launches limited pre-order sales of Panda! Go Panda! merchandise through Village Vanguard Online. The collection features embroidered pouches, letter sets, and various lifestyle items showcasing heartwarming scenes from the beloved anime.