Ion x Ultra Teens: Z-Generation Trendsetters Launch Exclusive “After-School Product Development Project” Collection

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A Feast for the Senses: Limited Edition Sweets

The collaboration kicks off with a delightful collection of sweets, crafted to bring a touch of indulgence to everyday life. Each treat reflects careful consideration for flavor and aesthetic appeal.

  • Luscious Strawberry Parfait (Released January 21, 2026)
    This classic parfait features jelly made with Amaou strawberry paste, layered with custard mousse, strawberry whipped cream, strawberry-flavored cookies, and strawberry sauce. It offers a refreshing sweetness, balanced by the tartness of the berries. The visual appeal is enhanced with pumpkin seeds and cookies, creating a charming presentation.
    Luscious Strawberry Parfait

  • Valentine’s Day Sweets (Released February 11, 2026)

    • Nene Kosoinoi’s “Moist & Rewarding Chocolate Sandwich”
      A rich chocolate custard, infused with caramel chips for a delightful texture, is nestled between moist cookies. Nene Kosoinoi commented, “I focused on the balance between the cookie’s moistness and the mousse’s texture! The hint of bitter caramel chips is key!”
      Moist & Rewarding Chocolate Sandwich

    • Otoha Shiraishi’s “Sweet Happiness: Two-Tone Macarons”
      These adorable macarons, made with almond powder, are decorated with a lattice of chocolate. The set includes a strawberry macaron with strawberry sauce and milk whip, and a chocolate macaron with chocolate chips and chocolate whip—perfect for Valentine’s Day. Otoha Shiraishi shared, “I made these macarons voluminous with chocolate toppings, giving them a unique twist! Share them with friends or someone special!”
      Sweet Happiness: Two-Tone Macarons

    • Hirona Nagahama’s “Melting Fresh Chocolate Cheesecake”
      A smooth, rich chocolate cheesecake crafted with fresh chocolate, offering a deep cheesy flavor. Topped with a glossy strawberry sauce, its elegant appearance embodies a sweet and charming Valentine’s aesthetic. Hirona Nagahama remarked, “Beneath the whipped cream with strawberry sauce, there’s a cake that’s neither too chocolatey nor too cheesy. It looks super cute, so give it to someone you like!”
      Melting Fresh Chocolate Cheesecake

    • Ayaka Honmo’s “Tempting Rich Matcha Cheese Soufflé”
      This cheese soufflé cake combines cream cheese and matcha in a fluffy batter, topped with matcha whipped cream. It uses fragrant matcha from Shizuoka Prefecture, delivering an intense matcha experience. Ayaka Honmo commented, “As a huge matcha lover, I added a lot of matcha powder for a rich flavor! Its elegant taste makes it perfect as a treat for yourself!”
      Tempting Rich Matcha Cheese Soufflé

Stylish Stationery for Everyday Inspiration

The project also introduces a line of coordinated stationery, featuring Campus notebooks and Uni-ball One F pens, each adorned with designs inspired by the Ultra Teens members’ individual styles.

  • KOKUYO Campus Notebooks (Released January 19, 2026)

    • Nene Kosoinoi ver. “Blue Planet”: A sparkling, cosmic night sky with Saturn and shooting stars.
      Nene Kosoinoi ver. Campus Notebook

    • Otoha Shiraishi ver. “Sherbet Yellow”: A fresh design with scattered lemons and a ribbon accent.
      Otoha Shiraishi ver. Campus Notebook

    • Hirona Nagahama ver. “Little Devil Gal”: Edgy and girly, featuring a bat charm and black spine.
      Hirona Nagahama ver. Campus Notebook

    • Ayaka Honmo ver. “Pure Pink”: Balletcore-inspired, with lace, ribbons, and roses for a clean, cute look.
      Ayaka Honmo ver. Campus Notebook

    • Ultra Teens ver. “Colorful Teens Ribbon”: A collaboration design with popular white and gray, sprinkled with member motifs for a happy, colorful arrangement.
      Ultra Teens ver. Campus Notebook

  • Mitsubishi Pencil Uni-ball One F (Released March 2, 2026)
    Each pen comes with a charm and matches the notebook designs.

    • Nene Kosoinoi ver. “Blue Planet”:
      Nene Kosoinoi ver. Uni-ball One F

    • Otoha Shiraishi ver. “Sherbet Yellow”:
      Otoha Shiraishi ver. Uni-ball One F

    • Hirona Nagahama ver. “Little Devil Gal”:
      Hirona Nagahama ver. Uni-ball One F

    • Ayaka Honmo ver. “Pure Pink”:
      Ayaka Honmo ver. Uni-ball One F

    • Ultra Teens ver. “Colorful Teens Ribbon”:
      Ultra Teens ver. Uni-ball One F

Must-Have Smartphone Accessories

To complete the Z-generation lifestyle collection, a range of smartphone accessories combining cuteness with practicality will be available.

  • Bumpy Smartphone Case (Released early March 2026)
    A charming bumpy-textured clear smartphone case, perfect for customization. It includes flake stickers designed by illustrator Tomowaka, allowing users to personalize their devices.
    Bumpy Smartphone Case
    Bumpy Smartphone Case Sticker Set A
    Bumpy Smartphone Case Sticker Set B

  • Y2K Beaded Straps (Released early March 2026)

    • Nene Kosoinoi ver.
      Nene Kosoinoi ver. Y2K Beaded Strap
      A super cute design with pink and white colors and a large heart charm.

    • Otoha Shiraishi ver.
      Otoha Shiraishi ver. Y2K Beaded Strap
      Expressing an oceanic world with white and blue combinations, featuring shell and starfish charms.

    • Hirona Nagahama ver.
      Hirona Nagahama ver. Y2K Beaded Strap
      Featuring pink and blue colors with shell charms to evoke a mermaid-like feel.

    • Ayaka Honmo ver.
      Ayaka Honmo ver. Y2K Beaded Strap
      Finished simply and cool with a white and black combination.

  • Wired and Wireless Earphones (Released early March 2026)

    • Wired Earphones
      Wired Earphones
      Simple white earphones designed for daily commutes and outings with friends.

    • Wireless Earphones
      Wireless Earphones
      Pocket-sized with a strap attachment, offering approximately 5 hours of continuous playback and IPX4 splash resistance.

Sales Information

These exclusive items will be available sequentially from January 19, 2026, at up to approximately 390 Aeon and Aeon Style stores in Kanto, Hokuriku Shinetsu, Tokai, Kinki, Chugoku, and Shikoku regions. Online purchases will also be available through Aeon Style Online and Aeon Net Super.

For more details, visit the special project website:

About Ultra Teens

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Ultra Teens plays a crucial role in connecting the Z-generation, the core of the new digital era, with businesses and society. Through their unique sensibilities and innovative ideas, they have achieved numerous successes in marketing, communication, and product development. The “Ultra Teens -ULTRA TEENS FES-“, which began in 2016, is a hybrid experiential teens festival that brings together models, YouTubers, TikTokers, artists, and athletes to create a special day both online and offline.

Looking Ahead: The Future of Kawaii Culture

This collaboration between Aeon and Ultra Teens signifies a deeper understanding of the Z-generation’s influence on consumer trends. By empowering young trendsetters to directly shape products, Aeon is not just selling goods; it’s fostering a sense of ownership and relevance that is crucial in today’s youth market. This project demonstrates how authentic engagement with youth culture can lead to innovative products and experiences, likely setting a precedent for future collaborations in the ever-evolving world of kawaii culture, both in Japan and abroad. It’s a vivid example of how the voices of young people are not just heard, but are actively transforming the marketplace, driving a future where products truly reflect the desires of their generation.

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