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Benjamin Steakhouse's Kyoto location is launching a summer-limited "Yukata Experience Gourmet Plan" from July 1 to August 31, 2026, combining traditional yukata wearing with a premium New York-style steak course in a renovated machiya setting.
A pop-up bar showcasing Big Peat, the smoky blended malt Scotch whisky from Islay, Scotland, is running at Japanese Bar common in Higashi-Shinsaibashi until September 25, 2026.
From June 11 to 30, 2026, Biwa-ko Otsu Prince Hotel is running a special restaurant fair featuring ¥3,500 lunch courses and afternoon tea at five restaurants along the shores of Lake Biwa, celebrating the hydrangea season.
Biwako Marriott Hotel in Shiga Prefecture will serve the "Peach Afternoon Tea with Rose Aroma" at its lakeside restaurant from July 1 to August 31, 2026, featuring eight peach-based sweets and savory dishes made with local Shiga ingredients.
Butter Butler's popular summer treat, the Butter Lemon Cake, is back for 2026 with a refined recipe. Made with New Zealand cultured butter and Setouchi lemon peel, it's available from June 1 at stores including NEWoMan Shinjuku, Lumine Shinjuku, and Ecute Edition Shibuya.
Two sweets brands are popping up at Hakata Ekínaka Ming's POP UP SPACE in June 2026 — Hokkaido newcomer Butter no Joou (Butter Queen) from June 1 to 15, followed by the SNS hit cookie brand AMILY from June 16 to 30.
The second Cath Kidston × Hello Kitty collaboration collection goes on sale June 5, 2026, featuring 14 items across bags, apparel, accessories, and stationery — including book bags, frill totes, and a first-ever ring notebook and clear file.
The Central Biwako Touring Rally (CBTR2026) has opened entry registration on May 27, 2026. The rally runs from September 12 to November 23 and marks 5 years of circumnavigating Lake Biwa by motorcycle while collecting digital stamps.
Season 3's second chapter, a new ★5 Vanguard fighter Adelheit, the Grand Rift front half, and Raid Battle Season 2 are all live in Chaos Zero Nightmare as of May 27.
Three sweet brands have arrived at Daimaru Tokyo, directly connected to Tokyo Station — including the first appearance of "Cheese is...", a brand devoted to exploring the endless possibilities of cheese.
Comfort Hotel Kyoto Horikawa Gojo, Comfort Hotel Nagoya Meieki Minami, and Comfort Hotel Ishigaki Island are set to rebrand as Comfort Hotel ERA in June 2026, bringing locally immersive stays through revamped library cafes, regional breakfasts, and culturally themed interiors.
TERRACE & DINING ZERO at Cross Hotel Osaka is offering a summer lunch buffet with unlimited dining time from June 6 to July 26, 2026 (weekends and holidays only), featuring seasonal mains, pastas, and colorful desserts.