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The "Prebat!! Sainouari Exhibition" — a traveling showcase of artworks from Japan's beloved arts variety show — is heading to Yokohama Takashimaya (July 22 to August 2) and Osaka Takashimaya (August 5 to 17), displaying over 450 pieces created across 13 years of the program.
Premium Karubi, the all-you-can-eat yakiniku chain, is rolling out 11 new summer-limited items—8 seasonal desserts and 3 new gelato flavors—starting June 1, 2026, bringing its total dessert lineup to 28 varieties.
Three hair care items from the popular ReFa LOCK SERIES are arriving in palm-sized mini bottles as a PLAZA-exclusive set, going on sale from June 2, 2026.
RF ONLINE NEXT has received a major update adding the new heavy-firepower "Demolition" biosuit class, Chapter 11.5 story content, a challenge mode for the Memory Battlefield dungeon, and a lineup of in-game events.
La Mora pastry shop at Royal Pines Hotel Urawa is selling a special Father's Day cake featuring bitter chocolate and caramel chocolate mousse, available for pickup June 16–21, 2026. Reservations open from May 27, and must be made at least 3 days in advance.
ROYCE' is releasing 11 limited-edition treats inspired by France's Brittany region starting June 3, 2026, including salted caramel chocolates, Gâteau Breton, and Guérande salt-infused sweets, available at ROYCE' stores and online.
Specialty coffee brand Sarutahiko Coffee is opening two distinct stores next to the JR Shibuya Shinnan Gate on June 1, 2026 — one geared toward quick service and one designed for a longer, more relaxed visit.
The second season of the MJ Cup Dragon God Championship, held entirely within SEGA NET Mahjong MJ, begins in June 2026 with an updated selection format and more opportunities to face Saikouisen professionals online.
Abekan Brewery in Shiogama, Miyagi has rebranded its beloved seasonal summer sake, releasing it under the new name "Shiogama Abekan Natsu no Shio" starting May 26, 2026.
Three types of decorative trays made from real kabuki stage costumes worn in the dance piece "Otsue Dojoji" go on sale from June 3, 2026, at the Shochiku Kabukiya Honpo shop in the Kabukiza basement and via the Shochiku online store.
Shoya, the neighborhood izakaya chain with skilled board chefs, kicks off summer with 8 seasonal dishes available at 86 locations nationwide throughout June, featuring ayu sweetfish, kibinago, fresh edamame, and more.
Sisley has introduced "Maison Sisley," its first home collection featuring hand wash, cleansing balm, and body cream inspired by the brand's heritage of nature and fragrance.