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Starting January 22nd, a limited-time collaboration store featuring adorable Mofusand characters surrounded by beautiful flowers opened on the 3rd floor of Shibuya Sakura Stage. New drawstring pouches and crystal keychains are now available, along with popular plushies.
Ken Elephant announces the release of big-size flocked figures from the popular mojojojo series in May 2026. Pre-orders are now open for this collector's edition featuring 6 adorable characters.
arma bianca launches pre-orders for an exclusive birthday set featuring new photos of Manaka from Negative Happy at their online merchandise store, AMNIBUS.
Nalkonal LLC announces the official service start date for the smartphone game Nintama Rantaro Futtobi Puzzle no Dan Again on January 28, 2026, with release commemoration campaigns.
The illuminated Numazu Port Large Observation Water Gate "View-O," supported by Iwasaki Electric in lighting design and programming, has been certified as a "Japan Night View Heritage" (Lightup Night View Heritage) in the 20th edition.
Odawara Flower Garden's plum grove, featuring one of the largest collections in the Kanto region with approximately 300 varieties and 500 trees, is already in bloom earlier than usual. The "Plum Festival" runs from January 24 to March 1, 2026.
Lifestyle brand one'sterrace is holding an in-store event featuring a large collection of OSAMU GOODS at locations across Japan from January 28 through March 1, 2026.
Animate releases a special collection featuring acrylic keychains, character hangers, hair accessories, and more to commemorate the anime's 20th anniversary. A commemorative fair with exclusive bromide gifts and an only shop event are also planned.
Experience the world of the beloved picture book series at Pan Dorobo Hiroba, opening January 31st at ASOBUILD in Yokohama. Exclusive merchandise, themed food, and special photo opportunities await fans.
PROJECT YOU will release exclusive collaborative merchandise at the Rolling Stone Korea x MISAMO pop-up event, featuring original artwork by popular artist Cotoh. The special event runs from February 7 to March 8, 2026, at Ginza Novo.
Konami Digital Entertainment's PROJECT ZIRCON has begun trial version game development after reaching 20,000 X followers. Participate in game creation via Discord and meet the newly selected official VTuber, Rune Salois.
Popular characters including Natsuki Subaru and Emilia make their debut in the puzzle RPG, featuring special dungeons, exclusive items, and a giveaway campaign for 1,000 players.