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The popular "Shinjuku Kotori Haku" bird-themed market returns for its 6th year at Odakyu Department Store Shinjuku, running from April 1 to 6. Bird artists and specialty shops from across Japan will gather to offer bird-motif goods, accessories, ceramics, and more.
Shizuoka Blue Revs and BEAUTY&YOUTH UNITED ARROWS are releasing their fourth collaborative collection, featuring a short-sleeve rugby shirt and a pile polo shirt that balance casual wearability with stadium presence.
A 1/6 scale Chun-Li figure from the Street Fighter series, faithfully recreating illustrator Akiman's artwork, is now available for preorder at AmiAmi with an August 2026 release date.
A new antique-themed Royal Gacha called "Souvenir d'une Rose" has been added to Sugar Doll, the dress-up and character-raising mobile game. The gacha is available through July 21, 2026.
Four new Suica Penguin regional character goods inspired by local traditions in Iwate, Miyagi, and Saitama go on sale from March 27, 2026 at TRAINIART stores and online.
The third installment in the popular Symphogear G music box series features the beloved song "Nijiiro no Flügel," with pre-orders opening March 31, 2026.
The purchase bonuses for TechnoByobu TB-02 The Ghost in the Shell have been announced, featuring an original illustration by Shirow Masamune rendered in western gold leaf — depicting Fuchikoma characters enjoying cherry blossom viewing.
Cheese Meat, a popular Italian all-you-can-eat restaurant on the 16th floor of Abeno Lucias in Tennoji, has introduced an unlimited cheese topping option for select menu items — with rich, specialty cheese poured tableside in a spectacular performance.
Thirty-six Views of Jashin is a full-color art book that places Cthulhu Mythos deities inside all 46 prints of Katsushika Hokusai's iconic Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji, complete with detailed commentary on each creature and its appearance at that location.
TO THE HERBS Shibuya's terrace is offering four limited-edition sets pairing Chandon Rosé with wood-fired Neapolitan pizza and seasonal sweets, available through April 19, 2026.
A free stamp rally co-hosted by Tokyo Metro and Tokyo Monorail runs from April 3 to May 10, 2026, inviting participants to visit four stations and collect yokai-themed stamps for a chance to win original prizes.
A 1/7 scale figure of Tamamo Cross from the game Umamusume: Pretty Derby is now available for pre-order at Amiami, with a scheduled release of January 2027.