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The immersive Macross World Expo opens at Bandai Namco Cross Store Osaka Umeda from September 25 to November 9, 2025, featuring new artwork by character designer Ebata Risa and interactive experiences.
Okamedo, a 70-year-old traditional wagashi shop in Aichi's Mikawa region, releases adorable seasonal squirrel-shaped nerikiri sweets for September, featuring a cute acorn-holding design perfect for autumn.
Limited-time ONE PIECE official merchandise stores will open at PARCO locations in Nagoya, Hiroshima, and Shinsaibashi, featuring exclusive HARAJUKU original items and popular character merchandise.
PRONTO and È PRONTO unveil a travel-themed Pokémon special menu featuring creative drinks and food inspired by beloved Pokémon characters, available from October 1st to November 30th, 2025.
A unique art exhibition combining traditional sake culture with contemporary art opens in Shibuya. Tamanohikari Sake Brewery presents the 350×PROJECT ART EXHIBITION featuring international artists and sake tasting in a creative space.
A unique sumo-show restaurant with authentic clay dohyo and endorsements from two former Yokozuna has opened in Sapporo, offering year-round traditional entertainment.
A new luxury villa accommodation featuring natural hot springs from Owakudani and premium amenities opens in Hakone, offering the perfect retreat experience for travelers seeking relaxation and comfort.
VERY RUBY CUT, the strawberry sweets specialty store operated by Grapestone, launches a new autumn-limited "Strawberry Maple Sandwich" from September 10, 2025. This marks the brand's first autumn seasonal flavor, featuring Italian Sabrina strawberries and Canadian maple chocolate.
A special gourmet fair featuring Aomori Prefecture's local specialties will be held at JR Sendai Station, showcasing products from 19 municipalities across the prefecture.
Fujiya Hotel's Bakery & Sweets Picot in Hakone has launched three new autumn-inspired treats, available from September 1st through November 30th, 2025.
Japan's premier luggage brand LEGEND WALKER opened its first flagship store in Tokyo's trendy Omotesando district, offering interactive experiences and travel consultation services.
Fashion brand AIR TOKYO releases new Attack on Titan merchandise featuring iconic scenes from the anime, including stylish t-shirts and Survey Corps-inspired MA-1 jackets.