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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.
Buttery Soyora Suzuka Shiroko introduces an autumn-limited Mont Blanc and Berry Mille-Feuille featuring Japanese chestnuts, plus an expanded financier collection with 10 varieties starting September 2024.
A special collaboration between Eikodo AM and Yamazaki Biscuits brings the legendary taste of Kokugikan yakitori to Chipstar potato chips, available starting September 14th at Ryogoku Kokugikan.
A new exclusive after-hours private viewing plan becomes available at Karuizawa Ando Museum for guests staying at "fufu Karuizawa Yoko no Kaze" and "fufu Kyukaruizawa Seiyou no Mori"
A new collection of premium bite-sized yokan has arrived at Kuzefuku Shoten stores. These elegant Japanese confections feature traditional techniques and carefully selected ingredients, perfect for seasonal greetings or business occasions.
A new matcha confection combining Kyoto's premium brand rice "Kyoshikibu" with authentic Uji matcha "Makkoi (Rich Matcha)" creates a unique textural experience with every bite.
A new collaborative pop-up shop featuring Puyo Puyo!! Quest and Oshi no Ko merchandise will open at two locations in Japan this September.
Three new limited-edition nama chocolate flavors bring the essence of autumn to chocolate lovers, featuring rich chestnut, sweet potato, and nutty gianduja varieties.