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FamilyMart will release the second edition of the Minecraft-themed Furyu Kuji lottery on January 17th, featuring 12 types of plush mascots with attachable belts, making them perfect companions for bags and backpacks.
The long-awaited 1/7 scale figure of Mast, the Nikke who dreams of the sea from GODDESS OF VICTORY: NIKKE, is now available for pre-order with an exclusive A2 clear poster at AmiAmi.
Eiko Corporation announces the third series of HOSEIROMAN plush toys featuring Granblue Fantasy characters Sis and Nehan, available for pre-order on their official e-commerce site Eikoretto through February 15, 2026.
Grand Hyatt Tokyo introduces a special White Day Collection featuring new champagne bottle-shaped chocolates with customizable messages, heart-shaped bonbon boxes, and more delightful treats available from March 1 to 14, 2026.
Gucci Beauty introduces two limited edition fragrances for the season of love. The Gucci Guilty Love Edition Pour Homme and Pour Femme reinterpret the signature scents of the Gucci Guilty fragrance collection with cool almond green and captivating lilac bottles.
Hard Rock Cafe launches a special collaboration with the TV anime Naruto, offering limited-time menu items including the creative "Naruto's Ramen Burger" and "Tropical Konohagakure Soda" from January 13 to February 1, 2026.
Two craft distilleries unite for a groundbreaking blend combining Hishida's Southern-aged grain with Nagahama's award-winning malt, creating a luxurious Japanese whisky that showcases new possibilities in blending.
HoYoverse's space fantasy RPG Honkai: Star Rail kicks off Ver.3.8 Phase 2 today with the return of limited 5-star characters Fugue and Lingsha in revival warp events, plus new in-game events for players to enjoy.
The hotel will host an all-you-can-drink craft beer festival featuring 8 breweries from JR West Hotels' locations across Wakayama, Kyoto, Osaka, Okayama, Hiroshima, Nara, and Toyama. Priced at 5,500 yen in advance.
IKEA introduces a new collection inspired by Swedish folklore traditions from the 1800s, featuring 20 products designed for contemporary compact living spaces while honoring traditional craftsmanship.
CAMSHOP.JP announces the sale of a special Initial D ZIPPO lighter featuring iconic manga scenes, limited to 150 numbered units, at Tokyo Auto Salon 2026 from January 9 to 11, 2026.
From January 10 to 12, 2026, Joetsu Aquarium Umigatari will hold a limited-time event called "Seal Story" in honor of the traditional Japanese Kagami-biraki (mirror-opening) ceremony, featuring insights into spotted seal health management.