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Art merchandise manufacturer KenElephant and publishing agency Cloudbooks jointly operate the publishing label Kraken Comics, which has released Volume 6 of Konjiki no Gash!! 2 (by Makoto Raiku) in paper format on January 15, 2026 (the digital version of Volume 6 has been simultaneously released by BIRGDIN BOARD).
Otaru-based confectionery LeTAO opens a Valentine's pop-up at Entetsu Department Store from January 21 to February 14, 2026, featuring limited-edition Royal Montagne Mariage Muscat Tea and new chocolate sweets.
Lineage M introduces three exciting winter events including Winter Fishing where players can catch White Rubina fish for limited collections, Winter Camp Kitchen featuring exclusive event nicknames, and Blood Pledge Gratitude with tripled rewards.
Meitetsu Grand Hotel hosts a special dinner event on February 14th, 2026, featuring an exquisite French full course paired with live violin performance by Italian virtuoso Salvatore Piediscalzi and carefully selected wines.
Paris-born diamond jewelry maison Messika opens a popup at Ginza Mitsukoshi from January 14 to 20, celebrating its 20th anniversary with exclusive early releases including the non-pavé Move Uno collection.
Japanese bedding brand Minamoto Bed opens its second Osaka popup store from February 19-24, 2026, featuring mattresses, pillows, and hinoki wood beds. Visitors can test products with professional sleep consultations and receive a 5% discount.
Cafe & Bar Plaza at Mito Plaza Hotel presents "Strawberry Afternoon Tea Set Vol.2" from February 1 to March 14, 2026, featuring unique sweets and a tasting of three varieties of locally-sourced Ibaraki strawberries.
The official Pokémon baby brand monpoke will hold a POPUP SHOP at Nihombashi Mitsukoshi Main Store from January 28 to February 10, 2026. Featuring toys, plushies, picture books, apparel, and more baby goods.
The new co-op event Everyone's Secret Exploration Wind-Scented Flower is now available in Monster Hunter Puzzles Felyne Isles for iOS and Android. Players can explore secret locations with friends using pickaxes earned from quest clears.
A new Monster Strike event featuring survival battles, stage performances, and interactive challenges will be held at ATC Hall on February 11, 2026.
Morinaga Seika introduces two new Gumi Chocoball flavors – domestic white peach and mixed grapes – on February 3rd, plus a renewed Zaku Zaku Chocoball with random golden chocolate balls inside.
Mr. CHEESECAKE GINZA SIX is launching a winter-themed dessert course featuring seasonal fruits and a special basque cheesecake with chocolate flavors, available for a limited time from February 7 to February 22, 2026.