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Hotel Resol Ueno's art gallery showcases four works by emerging artist Yuka Otsu, including panda-themed pieces celebrating Ueno's connection to the beloved animals.
Hotel Universal Port serves special ehoumaki featuring Osaka-grown shirasu and spinach from February 1 to 3, celebrating Setsubun in the birthplace of this traditional custom.
Hyatt Regency Kyoto will welcome Akinari Makishima, 2010 world champion of Neapolitan pizza, as guest chef for special Valentine's Day and White Day events featuring authentic Italian pizzas at Trattoria Sette.
Bandai Namco Experience releases new Personal Pub Mirror collectibles featuring Fuka Asano and Kate from The Idolmaster Cinderella Girls, available for pre-order starting January 22nd with delivery in April 2026.
Hotel InterContinental Tokyo Bay will host a special Parent-Child Table Manners Class at Fine Dining La Provence on March 26 and 30, 2026. This event offers families the opportunity to learn proper French dining etiquette while enjoying an authentic French course meal prepared by the hotel's chef. All participating children will receive a certificate of completion and a table manners booklet. The class is designed for elementary, middle, and high school students and their parents, making it perfect for spring break memories or celebrating school entrance.
KURAND Co., Ltd. begins sales of "Serious Domestic Orangecello," a Japanese take on the traditional Italian liqueur made entirely with domestic ingredients
JIMOTEIN, a social good protein brand focused on regional revitalization, has released a new beet protein flavor made with 100% plant-based soy protein. Each bag contains a generous 1.2kg of domestically grown beets from Asagiri Town, Kumamoto Prefecture.
Art merchandise manufacturer KenElephant reveals its latest lineup of collectible capsule toys, featuring popular artists and beloved characters, set to launch at retailers and online stores in May 2026.
Kirin Beverage introduces "Kirin Delicious Immune Care Ceramide Plus," a functional food combining plasma lactic acid bacteria for immune support with rice-derived glucosylceramide for enhanced skin barrier function, launching March 3rd nationwide.
Kirin Beverage introduces two new functional beverages featuring Plasma Lactic Acid bacteria, offering refreshing hydration with immune support and essential vitamins.
A new brunch congee set launches at Kobe Kochuten on February 1, 2026, featuring Chinese congee, dim sum, and desserts for a relaxing morning meal experience.
The European donut brand LA PANADERIA DOTS brings back its Valentine's limited brand DOTS FOR CHOCOLATE LOVERS with chocolate-flavored donuts and four exclusive limited flavors at department stores and commercial facilities across Japan from late January through the Valentine's season.