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Aquaworld Ibaraki Oarai Aquarium is launching a completely redesigned Dolphins and Sea Lions Ocean Live show featuring synchronized twin jumps, a massive screen, and live camera feeds starting March 12, 2026, alongside a renewed souvenir shop.
A new savory okoshi snack with monjayaki sauce flavor launches in Asakusa on February 21, 2026, breaking away from the traditional sweet image of this Edo-era treat.
Nijigen no Mori anime park on Awaji Island will host an Attack on Titan collaboration event from March 14 to December 13, 2026, featuring original merchandise, nighttime projection mapping walk, daytime stamp rally, and mystery quest.
Authent Hotel Otaru introduces a limited-time strawberry-themed afternoon tea service featuring handcrafted sweets and savory dishes, available weekends and holidays from March 1 to May 31, 2026.
Uzunokuni Minami Awaji celebrates the harvest season with a special festival featuring Awaji Island's signature new onions from March 20 to March 30, 2026
The popular mobile RPG BOKU & DRAGONS launches its 11th anniversary celebration with exclusive gachas, special missions, and generous rewards for players starting February 20, 2026.
BVLGARI's Diva's Dream collection introduces new denim small leather goods exclusively available in Japan, featuring luxurious denim with gold thread accents inspired by Roman mosaics.
The popular Chiikawa mascot wireless charger has been renewed with new characters including Momonga, Kurimanjuu, and Shisa, now available as the "Oitemite Light."
A special premiere screening of Cinema Kabuki's latest work The Love Suicides at Sonezaki will be held at MOVIX Kyoto on March 23rd, featuring a stage greeting by Nakamura Ganjiro and Nakamura Ichitaro before the film.
A new Comfort Hotel will open in Chitose, Hokkaido on June 15, 2026, marking the 100th Choice brand hotel in Japan. The 12-story property features 142 guest rooms, a library cafe, and complimentary breakfast buffet.
KONAMI Arcade Games begins selling the "Dead Account TV Anime Kuji" on KONAMI PREMIUM KUJI ONLINE, featuring exclusive Dead Account merchandise including glitter acrylic art boards, BIG acrylic stands, and more.
Lifestyle store Dessin is holding an in-store fair featuring Moomin goods from February 20th, with embroidered pouches, plush toys, and perfect gift sets for spring outings.