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L'essentiel du Japon, a Sendai-based aroma brand, has launched three new scents capturing the landscapes of Miyagi — the open sky, lush forests, and historic castle.
From April 1 to June 30, 2026, Sky Restaurant Etoile on the 17th floor of Miyako City Osaka Tennoji is hosting a Hokkaido-themed all-you-can-eat buffet featuring dishes made with produce sourced directly from Hokkaido farmers and producers.
The Monogatari Series Puni Kore! Acrylic Figure featuring Ononoki Yotsugi is now available for pre-order at the anime goods shop Chara ON!
Thirty years after its original release, Mr. Big's fourth studio album "Hey Man" returns in a remastered 30th Anniversary Edition across three formats, featuring extensive bonus content and a limited Japan tour by vocalist Eric Martin.
New My Dress-Up Darling Season 2 merchandise has gone up for pre-order, including a B2 tapestry featuring Marin Kitagawa and a character rubber mat, through the anime goods store Chara ON!
New merchandise for the TV anime "New Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt" has launched on the CharaON! online store, featuring thick acrylic stands and acrylic keyrings for pre-order.
PAPABUBBLE Kichijoji inside Kichijoji Marui reopened on March 3, 2026 with a new theater-style kitchen, letting visitors watch artisans craft candy live and try cutting it themselves.
Online shop PepperMint has launched a double-sided shoulder bag combining a rice ball and a panda face — a fun, lightweight bag designed for parent-child outings and beyond.
The live concert event Pokémon feat. Hatsune Miku VOLTAGE Live! will be streamed exclusively in full on ABEMA PPV ONLINE LIVE starting at 6:00 PM on Sunday, March 22, 2026. Viewing tickets are priced at ¥3,900 (tax included), with a replay period available through 11:59 PM on April 5, 2026.
The Spring '26 seasonal event is now live in Phantasy Star Online 2 New Genesis ver.2, bringing a new limited-time quest, new rarity ★14 weapons, special scratches, and spring-themed decorations to Central City.
New merchandise from The Rising of the Shield Hero Season 4 has gone on pre-order at the online shop "CharaON!", featuring a B2 tapestry and thick acrylic stands with characters Raphtalia, Filo, and Naofumi Iwatani.
From March 23 to April 12, 2026, Toriyaki to Torinabe Kakoi in Roppongi is hosting a special cherry blossom event where guests can enjoy grilled chicken and seasonal dishes while viewing Somei Yoshino trees framed by the restaurant's large windows.