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Sync Innovation has opened pre-orders for a new lineup of anime "Hana-Kimi: For You in Full Blossom" merchandise, including acrylic stands and pin badges, with orders accepted through April 22, 2026.
Haruulala organic, a baby and children's organic cotton clothing brand, has launched a partnership with Kiyasuku, a clothing alteration service supporting inclusive dressing. Together, both companies will jointly cover 50% of alteration costs, making it easier for children with disabilities or health conditions to wear the clothes they want.
Battle stickers featuring characters from the popular YouTube anime Hirotama! Hiro-kun are now available through Entame Print at FamilyMart, Lawson, and MINISTOP multi-copy machines from April 1, 2026.
From May 1 to June 30, 2026, the main dining venue of Hoshinoya Karuizawa — Nihon Ryori Kasuke — serves a limited early summer edition of its "Yama no Kaiseki" dinner course, featuring seasonal yamame trout, abalone, and mountain vegetables that capture the lush new-green landscape of Karuizawa.
A chocolate tart layered with blueberry jam, custard cream, and two types of fromage cream, topped with edible flowers, will be available at Hotel New Grand's Coffee House The Café from May 1 to June 30, 2026.
I LOVE BISTRO, a new mobile management simulation game that lets players run a bistro from farm to restaurant, is now available on the App Store and Google Play, with a 10-part launch campaign offering generous rewards.
The Paris-based fragrance brand Juliette Has A Gun has expanded its "Not a Collection" home & body range with a shower gel, body lotion, and limited-quantity room spray, all launched on April 1, 2026.
To mark the 30th anniversary of the manga series, a Gambling Apocalypse Kaiji pop-up store runs at Hakaba no Garō Nakano from April 16 to May 25, 2026, featuring a second wave of new merchandise and interactive photo spots including a "Finger Guillotine" installation.
A pop-up shop featuring Piske & Usagi from Kanahei's Small Animals will be held at Osaka Takashimaya from April 8 to April 20, 2026, offering over 300 types of cute character goods including stationery and everyday items.
Lion Corporation is releasing a new variant of its KireiKirei Medicated Hand Conditioning Soap featuring a calming yuzu & white tea fragrance, set for a limited advance rollout from April 20, 2026.
Starting April 8, 2026, Krispy Kreme Japan's morning service offering a complimentary Original Glazed® Doughnut with any drink purchase will be available at stores across the country.
Lily Brown and Puma are releasing a five-piece special collaboration collection rooted in 2000s girls' culture, including the exclusive PUMA H-Street sneaker, apparel, and accessories. Pre-orders open April 3, 2026.