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Suntory is set to release 12 summer gift products from late May 2026, featuring whisky, gin, and plum wine options including SUNTORY WHISKY "Ao," Ballantine's 17 Year Tribute Release, The Macallan Sherry Oak 12 Year, and more.
Suntory is rolling out its 2026 Beer Summer Gift lineup from early May, featuring The Premium Malt's varieties, a preview of the limited-edition Master's Dream Umenomi Kinari, and a newly added Suntory Nama Beer set.
Suntory is releasing a new limited-edition beer inspired by the Japanese seasonal term "Umenomikinari," meaning the time when plums ripen and begin to turn golden. It goes on sale nationwide on June 16, 2026.
Everything you need to know about eating sushi in Japan, from the different types and regional styles to etiquette tips, price ranges, and how to find great sushi at every budget.
Sushiro is offering its never-frozen Cherry Sea Bream at a discounted price of 150 yen (tax included) starting March 11, 2026, along with the richly marbled Jumbo Toro Salmon at 110 yen (tax included).
Swatch is opening a limited-time pop-up store in Kanazawa's Korinbo Daiwa department store from March 19, marking the brand's first appearance in the Hokuriku region.
Kokuei Takino Suzuran Hillside National Park in Sapporo is hosting a series of late-winter events where visitors can venture into the forest on snowshoes and search for the first signs of spring. The snow world remains open through March 31, with the green season kicking off on April 19.
The TV anime "The Food Diary of Miss Maid," based on the manga by Susumu Maeya serialized in Kodansha's ComicDAYS, has announced its full broadcast and streaming schedule starting April 5, 2026. A new key visual has also been unveiled, along with the reveal that Daisuke Sakuma of Snow Man voices the mascot character Chun.
A collection of seven character-inspired eau de parfum from the TV anime 'Tis Time for "Torture," Princess is now on sale, each capturing the personality of beloved characters through unique fragrance compositions.
A new lineup of cute goods featuring Warly the crocodile and the Warly Friends characters is now open for pre-orders at Village Vanguard Online, with orders accepted until March 23, 2026.
Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo – The Making of Harry Potter is marking the 25th anniversary of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone with a special event called "Invitation from Hogwarts," running from March 18 to September 6, 2026, and featuring limited-edition dishes and sweets inspired by iconic scenes from the film.
Yamazaki Jitsugyo has announced a new lineup of home organization products, including a space-saving two-tier kitchen rack with a slide-out table, a pitcher compatible with boiling water and alcoholic beverages, a wall-mounted mini vacuum holder, mouthpiece storage racks, and a water bottle drying basket.