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A new lineup of Miniature Okiagari Polon-chan figures, chosen in five colors through a fan poll at Tokyo Toy Show 2025, along with matching charms and keychains, goes on sale August 5, 2026 through the official online store.
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COSPA is releasing a new [OSHI NO KO] T-shirt featuring Kurokawa Akane's "I Will Never Forgive Infidelity" design, along with six photo-style mini sticker sets, one for each of Ai, Aqua, Ruby, Arima Kana, Kurokawa Akane, and MEMcho, with pre-orders open now ahead of a mid-October 2026 release at the COSPA Online Shop and other retailers.
Oyatsu Company and jewelry brand U-TREASURE are releasing miniature pure gold versions of Baby-Star Ramen noodles and the BUTAMEN fork, each limited to 500 pieces worldwide, with pre-orders open from July 30 to September 9, 2026.
Pangaea Cafe & Bar, on the Rooftop Park at Shibuya PARCO's 10th floor, has started opening on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays from July 25, 2026, alongside an Instagram follow campaign offering a free vanilla ice cream on weekdays and a free matcha americano on weekends and holidays through the fall.
A new Sablé Assortment featuring two of PIERRE HERMÉ PARIS's signature sablé flavors is now available exclusively at the Daimaru Tokyo boutique, packaged in a box illustrated by French artist Soledad Bravi.
Japanese apparel brand RIELLE RICHE is holding a joint 2026 Autumn Collection exhibition and 2026 Summer Collection pop-up store in Tokyo's Jingumae on August 7 and 8, 2026, showcasing pieces such as a short trench coat, a fur blouson coat, and a boa blouson coat.
From September 1 to 6, 2026, Rihga Royal Hotel Kyoto's French Dining TOP OF KYOTO — the only revolving observation French restaurant in Japan — is holding a fair to celebrate "Revolving Restaurant Day," featuring a seasonal amuse-bouche and a limited-edition cocktail inspired by Kyoto's ever-changing scenery.
Rihga Royal Hotel Osaka, Vignette Collection is offering its "Cool Summer Stay" Pool Entry Ticket & Breakfast Plan through September 30, 2026, giving guests free access to one of western Japan's largest hotel indoor pools alongside a breakfast buffet featuring more than 130 dishes.
From October 31 to November 30, 2026, Chinese Restaurant Royal Ryuho at RIHGA Royal Hotel Tokyo is serving Steamed Shanghai Crab, a seasonal specialty finished with Shaoxing wine and served with vinegar and shredded ginger.
From September 16 to November 24, 2026, The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Nagoya's all-day dining restaurant THE 7th TERRACE offers an autumn-limited afternoon tea built around chestnuts, grapes, and pears, paired with a TWG Tea selection.
From August 1 to August 31, 2026, The Ryokan Tokyo YUGAWARA is adding shaved ice made with local fruit, a sparkler gift for every guest, and free festival-gear rentals so visitors can fully enjoy summer in Yugawara.
Hyotanjima Park and its surroundings in Saga City are once again filled with more than 250,000 blooming sunflowers, at their best from late July to early August. Visitors can enjoy free viewing and photography, plus the popular limited-time sunflower pick-your-own event from August 1 to 13.