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Voice actress Miyuri Shimabukuro, who plays Hana Danno in the TV anime Tsugai of the Underworld, is set to appear for two consecutive episodes of "Tsugaigatari," radiko's official original podcast for the series, with Episode 10 streaming from around 6:00 PM on Thursday, June 11.
Japanese ladies' fashion brand Viaggio Blu has launched a new summer lemon print collection inspired by the lemon groves of Amalfi, Italy, featuring elegant pieces available at stores nationwide and online.
From July 1 to August 31, 2026, voco Osaka Central in Kyomachibori is hosting a summer-limited afternoon tea inspired by the bittersweet feeling of first love, featuring fresh white peach and lemon flavors.
Starting June 21, 2026, W Osaka's outdoor open-air terrace and indoor pool launch a summer-only promotion featuring Yamazaki 12-Year whisky kakigori, seasonal dinner packages, and a one-night opening party with international DJs and a poolside sushi bar.
Whippi & Wrappi, a character duo born on social media, are heading to Tokyo Station Ichibangai for a convenience store-themed pop-up from July 10 to 23, 2026, with exclusive merchandise and a venue-wide takeover.
The Royal Mint has completed its three-part commemorative coin series marking the 100th anniversary of Winnie-the-Pooh with the "Friendship" gold and silver coin, released on June 11, 2026, depicting Pooh, Tigger, Eeyore, and Piglet together in a warm watercolor-style design.
Yamazaki Jitsugyo has released six new items under its Tower series, from a kitchen drain net holder with a simple top-loading design to a wall-mounted skateboard holder, a hair iron shelf organizer, and more.
A lineup of 9 merchandise items from TV anime "Yowayowa Sensei" is now available for pre-order at AMNIBUS, the online shop for original anime and manga goods.
Eyewear brand YUICHI TOYAMA. holds a one-week popup store at Isetan Shinjuku from June 17 to 23, 2026, featuring limited-edition eyewear from the 19th Collection and an advance sale of the prestige YUICHI TOYAMA:5 special collection.
The live-streaming platform 17LIVE has launched a special collaboration event with the beloved Hammerin' Harry pachinko series, running from June 10 to June 29, 2026, with exclusive prizes up for grabs.
Inspired by waka poetry from the Hyakunin Isshu anthology, Biwako Hotel's Café Bellalogo and Italian Dining Bellalogo in Otsu, Shiga will offer a new cocktail and mocktail from July 1 to September 30, 2026.
A Bonbonribbon Surprise Box featuring exclusive original items from the popular Sanrio character is now open for orders, with applications accepted through noon on July 10, 2026.