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The inaugural All-Japan University Shodo Performance Championship will take place on March 8, 2026, at Shikochuho Hall in Shikoku Chuo City, Ehime Prefecture, bringing together 13 universities from across Japan.
A special pop-up shop featuring merchandise from Fist of the North Star and Keiji of the Flower Beyond the Clouds opens at Maruzen Sendai Aer Store from February 17 to March 12, 2026.
Flying Tiger Copenhagen introduces 36 new cherry blossom-themed items for spring 2026, blending Scandinavian design with Japan's iconic sakura season. Perfect for picnics and spring celebrations.
Celebrate Cat Day on February 22nd with adorable limited-edition waffles featuring eight unique Fuku Fuku Nyanko characters. Available for 8 days only at Harajuku Sweets from February 16th to 23rd, 2026.
Pre-orders begin for digital figure expansion packs featuring 28 idols from 283 Production performing live to the popular song Shinography -28 colors- with original dance motions, available March 2026
SEGA's new mobile RPG Gintama Smartphone Battle Chronicle kicks off its first-ever story event, featuring the Yoshiwara in Flames Arc with exclusive character pickups and special collaboration with the theatrical release.
Ikebukuro HUMAX Cinemas will host a special one-day re-screening of Given the Movie on March 14 (Saturday) at 5:00 PM, coinciding with a signing event by creator Natsuki Kizu at Animate Ikebukuro.
Grand Hyatt Fukuoka marks its 30th anniversary in April 2026 with a year-long series of special offerings including exclusive stays, dining experiences, and limited-edition products.
Grand Hyatt Tokyo's Fiorentina Pastry Boutique presents delightful Easter-themed sweets featuring chocolate bunnies in hot air balloons, pastel macarons, and playful icing cookies, available from March 20 to April 5, 2026.
Choose between all-you-can-eat fresh strawberries or a three-variety tasting experience at this limited-time afternoon tea event running weekends and holidays from March 6 to May 31, 2026.
Kinnotake Resort, operating five ryokans and three restaurants in Hakone, has introduced plant-based kaiseki cuisine at three of its properties since December 2025. This initiative goes beyond religious and allergy accommodations to create an inclusive dining environment where all guests can equally experience Japanese food culture.
During the Hita Oyama Plum Blossom Festival period from February 15 to March 15, 2026, Umeshu-gura Oyama will host special events including free tastings of plum amazake and umeboshi tea, bonsai plum displays by local farmers, and a photo contest celebrating the beauty of plum blossoms.