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Rebake, Japan's largest bakery mail-order service, launches its Valentine's Day 2026 special featuring chocolate products from bakeries across the country. Enjoy affordable Valentine's treats combining high-quality chocolate with everyday bread.
The popular Ichida Kaki dried persimmon from Minami Shinshu, which sold out 2,000 sets in just 30 minutes during its January 2025 broadcast, is making a comeback on Shop Channel. This premium product features carefully selected persimmons from Nagano Prefecture, known for producing Japan's top dried persimmon output.
HACK JAPAN Holdings will introduce its Japanese confectionery brand Wanoka at the "2026 Amour du Chocolat" Valentine event at JR Nagoya Takashimaya from January 16 to February 14, 2026, featuring exclusive pre-sale chocolate financiers and other new products.
Yamazaki Jitsugyo has released new innovative kitchen storage products, including under-cabinet and magnetic bread cases that maximize vertical space, and an airtight coffee bean storage container with a measuring spoon.
A one-night-only culinary experience featuring Kanagawa's seasonal ingredients, prepared by all chefs at Yokohama Bay Hotel Tokyu on March 27, 2026!
A new open-air shopping complex featuring a supermarket, restaurants, electronics, and specialty stores is set to open in Nakagawa City, Fukuoka Prefecture, on March 7, 2026.
A new craft beer made from rice used during rice cooker development testing is now available, turning test rice into a refreshing golden ale.
Hong Kong-based backpack brand ABLE CARRY announces new material variant of Max EDC backpack and brand's first daily sling, launching January 28, 2026.
The Aderans Yokohama Kannai salon relocates and reopens with enhanced facilities, including a new wig display area, private consultation rooms, and scalp analysis monitors.
ADERIA Retro introduces two new Cat pattern items to their nostalgic glassware collection - a mini bonbon dish and a small plate, bringing a 1970s design back to life.
Ginza Yazaemon, a new aging kappo restaurant, will open in Ginza 4-chome on January 15, 2026. The restaurant features aged wagyu, seafood, and vegetables served at a counter kitchen.
AUDREY, a specialty shop for strawberry sweets, begins Valentine's Day special sales on January 14, 2026, through its official online shop. Early access available for newsletter subscribers on January 14-15.