ace. has started selling the "Flex Light Coat 2" shoulder bag series, which uses a water-resistant material and has plenty of pockets for small items. Four sizes in black and brown are available, priced from ¥15,400 (tax included).
Gunma Flower Park Plus in Maebashi runs its early summer fair "Ajisai Matsuri" from June 13 to July 17, 2026, featuring around 5,000 hydrangeas in bloom, rainy-day indoor events, a first-ever cat-themed marché, and limited afternoon tea and workshop programs.
The Koajisai, a wild hydrangea native to Mt. Rokko, is now at its peak at Rokko Alpine Botanical Garden, charming visitors with its sweet scent and pale blue-purple blossoms.
KACHIKA has released new rain shoes for the rainy season that combine waterproof functionality with a minimal, sneaker-like design — featuring a cushioned insole, built-in deodorizing technology, and a high-grip anti-slip sole.
On June 11, Moomin Valley Park celebrates Japan's "Umbrella Day" and the park's monthly "Hattifatteners Day" with a special photo prop set among peak-season hydrangeas. A rainy-day postcard giveaway and photo contest are also running through June 30.
Ofuro Cafe Hareniwa no Yu in Kumagaya, Saitama, is displaying teru teru bozu crafted from vinyl umbrellas that were set to be discarded, bringing a splash of color and cheer to the facility throughout the rainy season from June 8, 2026.