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The Ninja Slayer Online Lottery launches on Kujibikido starting May 14, 2026, offering a range of prizes including tapestries, acrylic stands, mini shikishi, and can badges — all featuring striking character illustrations from the series.
Starting June 20, 2026, Lagunasia theme park and Henn na Hotel Laguna Ten Bosch in Gamagori, Aichi are launching a collaboration with Onsen Musume character Gamagori Uta, featuring exclusive merchandise and a special hotel stay plan.
Restaurant ZK on the 57th floor of Osaka Marriott Miyako Hotel is set to host an exclusive one-night collaboration dinner on June 12, 2026, pairing Sichuan Chinese and European cuisine by two acclaimed chefs, with champagne, Shaoxing rice wine, and red wine pairings included at ¥35,000 per person.
A new café, over the central, is opening on May 16, 2026, in Shinsaibashi, Osaka, featuring an open central kitchen, purchasable furniture, and a diverse menu of coffee, wine, open sandwiches, and desserts.
A collaborative pop-up cafe between Blendy Portion and Sanrio's Pompompurin is coming to Roppongi Hills Cafe from May 21 to 24, 2026, with themed ice drinks, photo spots, and free souvenirs.
A sweet-and-sour collaboration between the popular Japanese gummy candy Pure Gummy and beloved character Rilakkuma brings a delightful lineup of plush toys and accessories, launching at Loft stores nationwide from May 16, 2026.
A pop-up shop for the TV anime SAKAMOTO DAYS is set to open at Loft stores in Ikebukuro, Sakae, and Umeda, offering newly drawn merchandise inspired by the "Walking in Suits" concept along with exclusive event bonuses.
New collaboration goods featuring Sakura Miku and Hatsune Miku are available for pre-order at the Kadosto online store from May 7 to May 31, 2026. The lineup includes happi coats, T-shirts, acrylic stands, and more.
CB Japan has released the SANTECO Aniball Mini Bottle 150ml, a compact stainless steel bottle with adorable animal character designs, offering vacuum insulation and a carry-anywhere size for daily use.
Santos Co., Ltd. has released "Hyakkaryoran (百花涼藍)," an all-weather umbrella inspired by the cool elegance of traditional Japanese indigo, featuring three botanical designs with UV cut rate of 99.9% or higher and heat-shielding properties.
SEGA's quirky bear plush series SEGA LABBIES is welcoming Goro Majima from the Like a Dragon franchise. Available in both plush and mascot sizes, the new character goes on sale May 14, 2026.
An online lottery featuring TV anime Dr. Stone merchandise has launched on Sega Lucky Kuji Online, with prizes including cushions, face pouches, plush mascots, acrylic stands, and more. Tickets are available until July 6, 2026.