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Epoch Co., Ltd. announces a special collaboration with prestigious Belgian chocolatier DelReY to create the Sylvanian Families × DelReY Diamond Chocola BOX, launching November 1, 2025, as part of the beloved toy series' 40th anniversary celebration.
Pop-up fans in Ikebukuro can explore the temporary "Whippi & Wrappi POP-UP STORE 'W&W DELIVERY'" featuring delivery-themed merchandise and character goods from the popular SNS-born duo.
A new limited-time afternoon tea experience featuring autumn flavors opens at Courtyard by Marriott Nagoya. The "Mignardises Afternoon Tea" will be available at THE LOUNGE on the first floor from September 1 to November 30, 2025.
A new series of 12 adorable floating animal toys that make cute sounds when pressed will be available from early September 2025, perfect for festivals and events.
A new nama donut specialty shop "I'm donut?" will open its first Kansai location in Kyoto's Shijo-Kawaramachi area, featuring about 40 types of innovative donuts including Kyoto-exclusive flavors.
Two new wagyu sukiyaki pasta dishes are coming to Osaka's Shinsaibashi from September 2025. The dishes feature domestic Japanese Black Wagyu ribeye prepared sukiyaki-style, offering a unique fusion of traditional Japanese flavors and Italian pasta.
The iconic Fukuoka confectionery brand Tirolian announces a special collaboration with the popular anime Oshi no Ko, featuring exclusive designed cans with Ruby and Ai characters.
AMUSEMENT EXPO 2025, Japan's premier arcade game festival, will return to Tokyo Big Sight on November 15, 2025. Experience the latest arcade games, crane games, and interactive attractions all in one place.
Kakitane Kitchen introduces "Chocolate in Kakitane" in collaboration with Godiva, launching September 18, 2025. This premium snack features Belgian chocolate wrapped in crispy kakitane rice crackers.
Two new soft vinyl figures from the popular anime series Dandadan are now available for pre-order from MegaHouse. The Dover Demon and Chikichita figures capture the occult atmosphere of the series.
Special holographic posters featuring the beloved Doraemon are now available to celebrate his birthday on September 3rd. The first edition includes three designs with premium hologram foil finishing.
On September 1, 2025, the group-stay hotel "edit x seven Fuji Gotemba" began welcoming guests in Gotemba, Shizuoka Prefecture. The facility targets active travelers such as families and groups, featuring custom bunk beds that sleep up to six people and a prime location just two minutes from Tomei Gotemba IC.