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Koikeya is offering a unique Valentine's alternative with its "Nama-Chee" cheese pies, targeting those looking for savory gifts instead of sweet chocolate.
Kushikatsu Tanaka is opening a new restaurant in Iwakura City, Aichi Prefecture on February 3rd, 2026. The new location will offer their signature kushikatsu and Osaka specialties with a grand opening campaign featuring draft beer at ¥319.
The second volume of the Let This Grieving Soul Retire! online lottery features exclusive illustrations by manga artist Rai Hebino, offering fans special tapestries, acrylic plates, and collectible items.
To celebrate the 100th anniversary of Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum, exclusive Lisa Larson merchandise inspired by the Swedish painting exhibition goes on sale at Ueno Park.
LUCUA Osaka will open 10 new stores starting February 13, featuring Western Japan's first permanent G Butters' location, Kansai's first SATUR store, and popular Hokkaido Soup Curry Suage.
CAPCOM Store announces new Palico merchandise from Monster Hunter Wilds to celebrate Cat Day on February 22nd, featuring mascots, tote bags, stickers, and more.
From February 16 to April 30, 2026, Nagoya Prince Hotel Sky Tower offers exclusive collaboration menus inspired by the upcoming film Wicked For Good, making it the only hotel in Japan to partner with this highly anticipated movie.
Bandai Namco Experience announces a special campaign running from February 13 to March 22, 2026, at Namco amusement facilities and online crane game service, featuring exclusive prizes and bonuses to celebrate the movie release.
Restaurant Lounge Sentaki at Nara Royal Hotel is offering a special Strawberry Afternoon Tea until March 15, featuring the rich and sweet Kotoka strawberries from Nara Prefecture, with a delightful mix of Japanese and Western desserts.
NEMU RESORT, nestled within Ise-Shima National Park in Mie Prefecture, will reopen on April 18, 2026, with new villas, a pickleball court, expanded family amenities, and enhanced dining experiences centered around nature, activities, and learning.
Tokyo's popular baumkuchen specialty shop Nenrinya is opening a limited-time pop-up at Morioka Station Building Fezan from February 1 to 14, 2026, featuring Valentine's exclusives and winter specialties.
Niconico reveals the top 10 most popular winter 2026 anime based on early streaming performance. Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 claims the top spot, followed by Fate/strange Fake and Frieren Season 2.