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A new Kirby-themed cosmetic compact featuring the beloved pink character riding his iconic Warp Star is now available for pre-order through Premium Bandai, priced at 5,940 yen.
From September 1, 2025, KOKUNEKO has launched its limited-time "Koku-Uma Annou Imo Financier" - a seasonal sweet potato-flavored version of their popular paw-shaped financier. The treat combines the brand's signature black sugar and butter with the deep sweetness of Annou sweet potatoes.
Lotte will launch a special collaboration between Sanrio's beloved character Kuromi and the popular chocolate snack Koala's March, available exclusively online with original clear file bonus.
The Miniature Dollhouse World Exhibition opens at Kanazawa 21st Century Museum on September 12, 2025, showcasing delicate and profound miniature works by leading Japanese artists alongside European dollhouse traditions.
A beloved collaboration between Nestlé Milo and Tokyo Banana Shake returns to Tokyo Station, offering visitors a unique nutritious beverage experience from September 10 through October 31.
A unique burger shop inspired by Nintendo's "question mark blocks" has opened at Nintendo Museum in Kyoto, offering over 270,000 possible burger combinations with Japanese local ingredients.
A special pop-up shop featuring Morinaga's Dars chocolate brand mascot PANDARS will open at Tokyo Station from September 12 to October 14, 2025, offering exclusive sweets and merchandise.
PETALS TOKYO, the water-side art hotel operated by Terada Warehouse, begins offering a "Calligraphy Experience Stay Plan" starting September 4, 2025. This new plan allows guests to engage with Japanese culture through hands-on calligraphy lessons while enjoying the unique hotel experience that combines art and waterfront ambiance.
Universal Studios Japan launches its Halloween Event 2025 on September 4th, featuring an all-new Pokemon dance party show with DJ Pikachu, DJ Gengar, and ghost-type Pokemon characters.
A new premium autumn dessert featuring three types of matcha and seasonal chestnuts has been launched. This limited-edition sweet combines rich matcha flavors with sweet chestnuts in an elegant chocolate creation.
A special exhibition featuring popular plush toy artist SIO's The TOMODACHI! series debuts at JR Tokyo Station's Gransta Tokyo, showcasing the first-ever soft vinyl figures from the beloved art toy project.
A revolutionary shake-and-drink canned Basque cheesecake launches Monday, September 8th, 2025, bringing authentic Basque region flavors to Japanese vending machines with a unique melting texture.