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ISAINA, a 100% sweet potato shochu from Takarashuzo, has taken the Highest Gold Award at the Tokyo Whisky & Spirits Competition 2026 shochu and awamori division, marking five consecutive years of recognition at the competition. Ikkoman also earned a Gold Award.
Starting June 15, 2026, Joetsu City Marine Museum "Umigatari" is introducing a special diver commentary event highlighting the popular Kobudai fish, as the aquarium approaches its 8th anniversary.
UNWIND HOTEL & BAR Otaru is hosting "Bloom for me," an art exhibition by Hokkaido-born artist SARU 1 from June 1 to August 30, 2026. Featuring 25 works inspired by flowers, plants, and the feeling of falling in love with the seasons, the exhibition fills the hotel's Art Deco lobby and Bar Ignis Otaru — and a limited-edition art pairing cocktail is available throughout the run.
After a 9-year hiatus, WORLD HAPPINESS 2026 ~ I'm HOME ~ is heading back to Tokyo's Yoyogi National Gymnasium on June 28, 2026. The complete day timetable and the full lineup of the special "SP YT session" tribute stage have now been announced.
Yokosuka City and the NPO Yokosuka International Exchange Association are hosting a Japanese Culture Experience Class on June 13, 2026, featuring hands-on activities such as kimono dressing, tea ceremony, ikebana, origami, calligraphy, and traditional Japanese instruments.
To mark the Saio's tamagushi offering at Takejinja Shrine during the 43rd Saio Festival procession in Meiwa Town, Mie Prefecture, a limited-edition goshuin stamp designed by graphic artist Yuki Koishikawa will be distributed in limited quantities starting June 6, 2026.
From June 5 to 21, 2026, ABEMA is streaming six slice-of-life and coming-of-age anime series free of charge every weekend, with full-episode marathon broadcasts of Nichijou, Is the Order a Rabbit?, Hyouka, and more.
Starting June 4, 2026, arflex Japan kicks off a year-long 55th anniversary celebration for its iconic Marenco sofa, featuring limited stamp-color covers, an exclusive anniversary cushion, and 55 archive fabric options.
A fireworks viewing cruise featuring free-flow Ca' del Bosco Franciacorta and curated dishes by guest chefs will be held on Saturday, August 1, 2026, aboard boh boh KOBE sailing from Kobe Port.
From June 1 to August 31, 2026, Authent Hotel Otaru's top-floor lounge presents a seasonal afternoon tea featuring summer fruits, original mocktails, and elegant Otaru glassware, available on weekends and public holidays only.
Azumino Cha Kochouan's in-store Japanese cafe "Chamu" is rolling out a summer-limited lineup of parfaits and desserts, including a new Choco Mint Parfait alongside beloved returning seasonal favorites.
BASE FOOD's BASE Pound Cake series expands with its second flavor — a caramel pound cake featuring walnut paste, delivering 33 essential daily nutrients in just 187 kcal per bag.