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X PLUS Co., Ltd. announces the launch of XMUSE, a new brand specializing in beautiful girl figures and plastic model kits, with a monitor campaign for their first product featuring Alice from GODDESS OF VICTORY NIKKE.
Yakitori Torimaru Ishiyama opens on January 23, 2026, in Ishiyama, Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture. This charcoal-grilled yakitori restaurant has been created by renovating a traditional Japanese house, preserving the area's architectural heritage while offering hand-skewered yakitori.
An exhibition and walking event showcasing local charm and history is coming to Yokohama on February 28, 2026. Five groups will offer unique perspectives on exploring the city.
VISION８ will host a special 10th anniversary exhibition for Yurikuma Arashi from February 6-15, 2026 at Design Festa Gallery Harajuku. The exhibition will feature newly commissioned artwork, iconic anime scenes, original concept illustrations, and setting materials.
The Valentine Chocola Collection 2026 at Abeno Harukas Kintetsu Main Store enters its second half starting January 28. Popular snack brands like Calbee Plus and Cho Happy Turn by Kameda Seika make their appearance, while the entire building transforms into a chocolate paradise with Club Harie's debut and Fujiya's Peko Poko Chocolate Labo event.
During the Valentine Chocolate Collection 2026, cafés and restaurants throughout Abeno Harukas Kintetsu Main Store are offering special chocolate-themed menus, from French toast with three types of chocolate to seasonal parfaits and hot chocolate drinks.
Starting January 23, AEON Retail will launch a full-scale rollout of approximately 900 lifestyle products, focusing on storage items, bedding, and more across about 280 stores nationwide and online.
Akarenga de Wan Sanpo dog event returns to Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse from March 19 to 22, 2026, featuring around 100 vendors of dog goods and food, dog runs, a dog cafe, and special pet-friendly areas.
AMI Paris presents its Fall/Winter 2026 collection, marking the brand's 15th anniversary with a colorful and inclusive showcase that returns to its roots while opening a new chapter.
A special collaboration between the popular anime The Angel Next Door Spoils Me Rotten Season 2 and Gokurakuyu/RAKU SPA hot spring facilities launches at RAKU SPA Station Fuchu, featuring exclusive merchandise, themed baths, collaboration menus, and more from February 5 to March 3, 2026.
animate is launching a book cover illustration contest on Pixiv starting January 22, 2026. Winning designs will be used on book covers distributed at animate stores nationwide, with cash prizes and poster displays for winners.
The popular Barrier UV series from Aqua Savon introduces adorable Rilakkuma-themed sunscreen gel and spray, featuring the characters relaxing in the ocean. Available for pre-order from February 5, 2026.