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Venchi's iconic Ginza flagship store is reopening on June 24, 2026 with a refreshed interior and the new "Chocogelateria" concept, including a Ginza-exclusive matcha tiramisu gelato and the Chocoviar Wall, found only at this location in Japan.
Dwango has revealed full details for The VOCALOID Collection 2026 Summer (Vocacolle 2026 Summer), the massive online VOCALOID festival running August 20 to 24, 2026 on Niconico. Highlights include a REMIX project with Stem data from famous Vocaloid producers, a collaboration with the mobile rhythm game Project Sekai, and multiple ranking categories open for submissions.
A pop-up shop for White Cat Project NEW WORLD'S is coming to Shinjuku Market Space from July 9 to 22, 2026, featuring merchandise from the "Guren" series characters including diner-themed and GraffArt swimsuit designs. Online sales are also available.
Team Entertainment is releasing a new line of WIND BREAKER original goods featuring newly drawn chibi character illustrations with a "でびデコパーカー" hoodie theme, available from late August 2026.
Wood Design Park Kyoto-Sai in Kyotanabe, Kyoto has unveiled a new hostel stay plan tailored for solo travelers and remote workers, featuring all-you-can-drink alcohol, free meal bring-ins, and a cafe lounge open around the clock.
A pop-up event for the Wuthering Waves "In the Forest" series is set to take place simultaneously at three locations in Tokyo, featuring exclusive merchandise, giveaways, and a cosplay event.
The sky lounge "Bay View" on the top floor of Yokohama Bay Sheraton Hotel & Towers is hosting its popular seasonal Beer Festa "French BBQ" from July 1 to September 30, 2026, featuring French-inspired BBQ dishes by Chef 髙木 浩平 and an all-you-can-drink free-flow selection.
Yokohama Grand InterContinental Hotel's Lounge & Bar "Marine Blue" is serving a lavish melon parfait called Parfait Melon for a limited time from July 13 to September 13, 2026, featuring seasonal fresh melon and a melon soda-inspired aesthetic.
From July 17 to September 6, 2026, the Ocean Terrace buffet restaurant at Yokohama Grand Intercontinental Hotel is adding a special Dinosaur Zone featuring five dinosaur-themed dishes, timed to coincide with the Minato Mirai area's summer dinosaur events.
The aquarium at Yokohama Hakkeijima Sea Paradise is now displaying an egg laid by a Sarawak swellshark on June 7, 2026 — a first for the facility — featuring a striking see-through shell that allows visitors to observe the embryo developing inside.
Yokohama Hakkeijima Sea Paradise is offering discounted "Super Early Bird One-Day Passes" and "Early Bird One-Day Passes" for use from July 18 to September 30, 2026, with savings of up to 1,400 yen per person. The park is also introducing a new AI-powered attraction area, OTO-RACTION PARK, opening August 1.
The 4th edition of the Akarenga Art Planetarium® returns to Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse Hall 1 from August 1 to 30, 2026, featuring the MEGASTAR-II projector, narration by voice actor Soma Saito, and music by Eric Aron.