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TORICO is hosting a limited-time Manga Exhibition featuring Minami Ozaki's legendary works Zetsuai 1989 and Bronze at their Ikebukuro location from January 17 to February 1, 2026, followed by an Osaka tour.
caseplay introduces smartphone accessories featuring popular Nordic character Moomin, including Little My designs, available for over 150 device models including iPhone, Xperia, Pixel, and Galaxy.
The popular N.Y.C.SAND (New York Caramel Sand) brand is making a limited-time appearance at Matsuzakaya Shizuoka Store. This time, the new limited-edition product "N.Y. Raspberry Caramel Sand & W Chocolate" will also be available.
Oriental Hotel Fukuoka Hakata Station presents its fourth collaboration afternoon tea with influencer aco, featuring tower-style presentation and Valentine's-perfect sweets from February 1 to March 31, 2026.
Following last year's success with 30,000 visitors, Oyatsu Market returns to Futakotamagawa Rise featuring carefully selected snacks from across Japan. This 3-day event showcases traditional wagashi, Western confections, and unique local treats, perfect for Valentine's Day gifts or personal indulgence.
Rokko Alpine Botanical Garden, located at the summit of Mount Rokko, will host a seasonal flower appreciation event in collaboration with web media 'Koyomi Seikatsu' from April 1 to July 12, 2026.
LIFE style Co., Ltd. opens Saisai Malatang, a specialty malatang restaurant, at Lazona Kawasaki Plaza on January 17, 2026, marking the first such establishment in the Kanto region with customizable healthy hot pot options.
The birthplace of nama chocolate brings new creations and store-exclusive products to Valentine's Day 2026, with pop-up shops across Japan starting January 15th.
A3 Corporation has launched an exciting collaboration between Snow White with the Red Hair and Sanrio Characters, featuring original designs by manga creator Sorata Akiduki. The merchandise collection includes 14 different item types totaling 40 varieties, available both online and at Sanrio Anime Store Ikebukuro P'PARCO.
Sogo Omiya Store presents Chocolate Paradise 2026 from January 22 to February 14, showcasing around 90 brands including 22 new arrivals. This year's theme is Valentine's Festival, offering not only chocolates but also a wide variety of sweets including baked goods and parfaits.
SQUEEZE and RealGate launch a 2-room urban hotel in Hatagaya, Tokyo, on January 17, 2026, implementing a sustainable hotel model through conversion of an aged building.
The maple sweets specialty store The MAPLE MANIA will be opening limited-time Valentine's pop-up shops at Sogo, Tokyu, and Takashimaya department stores across Japan from January to February 2026.