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MAISON CLASSIC SALON, the station lounge at Takanawa Gateway Station, is holding a dog-friendly evening event on May 22 where owners can enjoy signature pancakes on the terrace while their pets receive complimentary canele treats.
Character goods from the anime "Milky Subway: The Galactic Limited Express" are now available for general pre-order, featuring the popular "mochocho" illustrated series with 3D-style puffy designs and scene-recreation items.
A limited-time sparkling drink from the long-running Mitsuya brand featuring 70% white grape juice and no added sugar goes on sale nationwide from May 26.
The Chinese restaurant Sichuan at Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo is launching a new group dining plan for 10 or more guests, featuring a guaranteed private room and all-you-can-drink beverages, starting May 17, 2026.
A food and drink collaboration with Mononoke the Movie Chapter 3 - The Snake God is coming to select GiGO stores across Japan from May 29, 2026, featuring collab-yaki inspired by the Medicine Seller and Kami-no-Gi, plus novelty drinks with washi-style coasters.
The Moomin Hattifatteners Fair is bringing a fresh lineup of character goods to Japan from May 2026, including T-shirts, bags, glow-in-the-dark cushions, and accessories inspired by the iconic mysterious creatures.
The mobile RPG Muv-Luv Girls Garden has launched the second half of its chapter release event "Deceived Star's Memories (Falsa Memoria)," debuting new SSR character Olga Volkov alongside a pickup gacha and daily login bonus campaign.
From June 2 to September 30, 2026, the 24th-floor tea lounge at The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Nagoya will offer two contrasting summer shaved ice creations — one built around the fragrance of TWG Tea, the other around the layered depth of Uji matcha.
Starting June 5, 2026, NAMIKI667 Bar & Lounge at Hyatt Centric Ginza Tokyo introduces "NAMIKI667 Tapas Table," a Friday-only tapas experience featuring seasonal small plates, wine pairings, and occasional live music.
Phoenix Seagaia Resort in Miyazaki City is offering a variety of summer gourmet experiences for 2026, including a dinosaur-themed buffet, a festival-style meat dinner, poolside food, and novelty summer sweets.
A new grilled onigiri and dashi soup specialty stand featuring salmon bushi, a traditional Hokkaido ingredient, is set to open in Sapporo's Tanukikoji shopping arcade on May 21, 2026.
Building on the success of the first release, the Sanrio Characters My Number Card Case returns with a new lineup of 11 characters, available for pre-order at the Shobido official online store.