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A maid-outfit version of Lily has arrived in the cross-heroine RPG Techcronoss on DMM GAMES, alongside Part 2 of the seasonal event "Maid in Dreemia" and an upcoming collaboration cafe at Cure Maid Cafe in Akihabara.
A pop-up shop for Umineko When They Cry is coming to Ikebukuro Sukima Store starting April 29, 2026, featuring new merchandise with original "Witches' Council"-themed illustrations and retro art designs.
A new 1/6 scale figure of Elaina from Wandering Witch - The Journey of Elaina, based on the cover illustration of the original novel's 24th volume, is now available for pre-order at AmiAmi. The figure is scheduled for release in November 2026 at a reference price of ¥23,980.
Yokohama Takashimaya is offering a seasonal lineup of spring-limited sweets and side dishes, including sakura treats, fresh seasonal produce, and exclusive items available only for a limited time.
AMNIBUS will have a dedicated booth at the 23rd Hakurei Shrine Reitaisai on May 4, 2026, at Tokyo Big Sight's East Exhibition Hall. Event-exclusive merchandise including model watches and Matsumoto Yoshito illustration items will be on sale.
Kotobukiya is releasing a 1/7 scale completed figure of Francesca Prelati from the TV anime Fate/strange Fake, featuring her distinctive gothic lolita outfit, planned for September 2026 at a reference price of ¥25,300.
Artist MireyHIROKI will present a large-scale installation themed "Connections — Environment and Life" at MIZU NO IE in Izu Kogen during the 31st Izukogen Gogatsusai, running from April 29 to May 31, 2026.
KFC Japan is introducing "Chururii," a new-sensation jelly drink pairing bouncy crushed lemon jelly with lemonade soda, available in two flavors starting April 8, 2026.
Kyukamura Shonai Haguro in Yamagata Prefecture is offering a spring-limited kaiseki plan featuring sea bream, mountain vegetables, and Yamagata Wagyu from April 1 through June 30, 2026. A free shuttle bus from Tsuruoka Station is also available for guests.
Seibuen Amusement Park in Tokorozawa, Saitama is hosting a collaboration event with the beloved dress-up doll Licca-chan from April 28 to July 16, 2026. Guests can enjoy stamp rallies, photo spots, collaboration menus, exclusive merchandise, and more.
Rooar Studio is releasing 1/7 scale finished figures of Crazy Mita and Kind Mita from the game MiSide, with both products available for pre-order on AmiAmi and scheduled for a July 2026 release.
A new lineup of character goods from the manga Pink & Habanero is now available for pre-order, with shipping expected in late June 2026.