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Painter and picture book author Rimako Horikawa holds her 8th solo exhibition at Wako's Seiko House Hall in Ginza, presenting around 60 works including paintings, ceramics, and original picture book illustrations, from April 23 to May 6, 2026.
The 7th book in the "Oshiete! Sanrio Characters" series, featuring Hello Kitty, My Melody, Cinnamoroll, Pompompurin, and Kuromi, launches with a food education theme to help young children learn about vegetables, fruits, and the joy of eating.
The Shibuya River Street promenade is getting its first illumination renewal in three years. Starting April 1, 2026, a nature-inspired lighting concept called "SHIBUYA FLOWSCAPE" will transform the riverside walkway with light that responds to water, wind, and air conditions.
The Station Café Bar at Shinjuku Prince Hotel is offering a hands-on pizza making event for elementary school children, paired with a special lunch buffet, on May 5 and 6, 2026.
Sisley's new Color Cloud is a creamy mousse formula that melts onto the skin for a feather-light, velvety matte finish on both lips and cheeks. Available in three shades at ¥9,020 each.
Yokohama Sakuragicho Washington Hotel is offering a limited-time stay plan that includes a one-day pass for BayBike, Yokohama's community cycle-share service. The plan runs from April 1 through May 31, 2026, covering the city's peak cherry blossom and tulip seasons.
A new Starbucks Cafe & Art Gallery opens in Yanaka, Tokyo on March 28, 2026, featuring an inaugural group exhibition by three emerging artists — Karin Hosono, Shotaro Sanada, and YU SORA — all exploring the shared theme of "Yanaka."
Tante Annie, a Dutch-inspired baked goods brand in Nagasaki, is releasing a seasonal "Natsumikan Creamy Cheesecake" with a refreshing citrus flavor starting April 1, 2026, available at the Huis Ten Bosch flagship store and Nagasaki Station store.
The 3D tactics RPG Tenkei Paradox is running a revival of its triple collaboration event featuring characters from three 3D-focused titles, with limited gacha, missions, and special packs available through April 2026.
The event PV for The CREATORS — a large-scale networking event connecting creators with entertainment industry companies — has been released ahead of its April 17–18, 2026 run at Akihabara UDX in Tokyo.
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A limited-edition galette combining the rich flavor of pistachio and the savory depth of camembert cheese is set to debut at THE DROS in GranSta Tokyo on April 1, 2026.
Toraku is releasing a new indulgent custard pudding crafted with egg yolks and Hokkaido pure fresh cream, complete with a caramel sauce enhanced with vanilla seeds, available nationwide starting April 1, 2026.