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lf, a Utsunomiya-based company, released the izakaya card game ENTERtei in December 2025. The game features collaboration with 43 sake breweries, wineries, and breweries across Tochigi Prefecture, offering a new way to experience local sake culture through entertainment.
Online sales for the Tokimeki Memorial Girl's Side Plushie Shop have started on THE Chara online store. Previously sold plushie keychains make a comeback. Orders are accepted from January 21 to February 9, 2026.
From February 10 to March 29, 2026, nine facilities around Tokyo Station in Chiyoda and Chuo wards will host the Tokyo Street Piano Festival, featuring carefully selected pianos for public performance across multiple venues.
arma bianca launches pre-orders for six new Tougen Anki merchandise lines on AMNIBUS, featuring botanical-themed designs including acrylic stands, cards, stickers, and badges.
Sync Innovation Inc. launches pre-orders for new merchandise based on the TV anime Tougen Anki Legend of the Cursed Blood. The popular mochochoシリーズ features original chibi character designs with adorable monster costume themes.
House Foods releases a new limited-edition Umakacchan Kurume Tonkotsu instant ramen featuring the signature frothy soup and rich tonkotsu aroma characteristic of Kurume ramen, approved by the Kurume Ramen Association.
Southern Tower Dining at Odakyu Hotel Century Southern Tower offers special Valentine's courses from February 1-28, 2026. Enjoy French-inspired cuisine with stunning views from the 20th floor, complete with a signature strawberry parfait.
and ST collaborates with Qoo10 to launch a Valentine's-themed beauty and fashion salon booth at and ST TOKYO in Harajuku from January 30 to February 16, 2026. Visitors can experience personalized styling sessions, try award-winning beauty products, and receive special novelty bags.
IP Four Inc. releases a collection of eco bags featuring the popular SNS characters Whippy & Lappi in capsule toy vending machines nationwide starting late January 2026.
Yunomori Hotel Shidotaira, a Welcome Baby Inn in Hanamaki, Iwate, has renovated its kids space "Oka no Hiroba" under the supervision of Otomokuzai, a 120-year-old local timber company. The area now features the historic Hanamaki Electric Railway's Deha 3 trolley car and a newly established baby plaza.
Zojirushi Mahobin releases a new stainless steel cool bottle featuring a Smart Cap design that enables easy opening and quick water intake, optimized for adult sports and active lifestyles.
New products blending Japanese traditional crafts with cutting-edge technology will be showcased at the urban creative festival TOKYO PROTOTYPE, held at Toranomon Hills from January 29 to 31, 2026.