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Minions & Curious George Unleash Adorable New Cards for Every Occasion
Pokemon Oripa One Unleashes “Wanniki Birthday Bash” and New Pokémon Card Gacha!
Online Oripa platform Oripa One is set to host a special two-day event celebrating Wanniki's birthday, alongside an ongoing gacha campaign for the newly released Pokémon card set, "Mukinisu Zero." These events promise high-value pulls and extended play opportunities for collectors and players.
kawaii haircare japan news Unleash Bathtime Bliss: KOBAKO’s New In-Bath Hair Smooth Brush Transforms Scalp Care
Experience a luxurious new ritual that promises to elevate your hair and scalp health with KOBAKO's latest innovation, launching January 28, 2026.
kawaii Goods & Daily Items Roar into Okinawa! GachaCAN Vending Machine Unleashes Exclusive Hanshin Tigers Keyholders at Roadside Station Ginoza
Starting January 29, 2026, a unique upcycled vending machine offers limited-edition acrylic keyholders and stickers featuring the beloved Hanshin Tigers, just in time for their spring training camp.
kawaii japan beauty Experience the Future of Beauty: ANLAN’s Innovative Devices Now Available for Rent on Rentio!
Discover how you can effortlessly try out ANLAN's acclaimed beauty technology, from scalp care to advanced facial treatments, starting at just ¥1,000.
kawaii haircare japan news Ayura Unveils ‘Wellvital’ Haircare: Taming Age-Related Frizz for Radiant Locks
Japan's beloved beauty brand introduces a new series designed to combat the nuances of mature hair, launching April 24, 2026, promising a return to smooth, lustrous, and manageable strands with a serene aromatic experience.
Kawaii Anime Characters Unleash the Power of ‘Mugen Gacha’: New Anime Goods Hit AMNIBUS!
Fans of the popular TV anime 'Mugen Gacha' can now pre-order a vibrant array of new merchandise, including trading scene acrylic stands, acrylic cards, and can badges, exclusively through the AMNIBUS online store.
kawaii skincare japan news Brighte’s Beloved ELEKI LIFT Beauty Device Blooms in New ‘Pink’ Hue, Just in Time for Spring
Ai Robotics' popular Brighte ELEKI LIFT, a multi-functional beauty device with over 1.15 million units sold, introduces a sophisticated new pink color on January 28, 2026, offering an elegant touch to daily skincare routines.
kawaii japan fashion nana-nana and tuki. Fuse Fashion and Music: Cosmic Collaboration Debuts at Budokan
Iconic bag brand nana-nana partners with rising singer-songwriter tuki. for an exclusive collection featuring cosmic patterns and adorable "usagi-san" charms, launching at her first solo Budokan concert.
kawaii skincare japan news Japan’s First*¹ “Melting Needles” Skincare Brand ‘melnee’ Unveils Painless Path to Radiant Skin
Discover melnee, the revolutionary new skincare line from Cosmed Pharmaceutical, featuring innovative taurine-based "melting needles" that deliver powerful ingredients without discomfort, launching February 2, 2026.
kawaii japan fashion Heather x Philly Chocolate: The Sweetest Fashion Collab Returns for Valentine’s Day
Japan's beloved fashion brand Heather teams up with Philly chocolate for a second limited-edition Valentine's collection, blending stylish apparel with delectable 'fashion-sense' chocolates and a special novelty campaign.
kawaii haircare japan news ReFa’s Royal Treatment: Honey Queen Hair Care Series Unveils the Secret to Luminous Locks
Discover ReFa's new Honey Queen Hair Care Series, launching February 14, 2026, featuring the power of royal jelly and honey for deeply moisturized, radiant hair.
kawaii Food & Dessert News in Japan Kochi Welcomes Japan’s First Seasonally Rotating Sweets Shop, 77Sweets Shop, with Strawberry Delights and Gourmet Candy Apples!
Discover "77Sweets shop" opening in Kochi, featuring a unique concept where dessert brands change with the seasons. Launching with "Koishiru Strawberry" and "Bikkuringo" candy apples, plus new "Tenari Soft" gelato-style soft serves, this store promises a fresh culinary experience.
Kawaii Game Characters Stogura Emergency Corps Girls Launch Themed Cafes Across Japan!
Dive into a unique collaboration cafe featuring 10 beloved female members from the popular YouTube and Twitch content 'Stogura Emergency Corps,' offering exclusive menus, merchandise, and immersive displays at Sweets Paradise locations.
kawaii skincare japan news Unveil Your Inner Radiance: shaishaishai’s New Milky Repair Series Promises Bouncy, Luminous Skin
Korean skincare brand shaishaishai introduces two innovative products, the Repair Milky Glow Bubble Serum and Repair Milky Cream Gel Mask, designed to combat light and heat aging for a dewy, resilient complexion.
kawaii skincare japan news Unveil Your Best Skin: hadakara’s New Premium Moist Body Care Soap Promises Smoothness and Firmness
Experience a luxurious shower transformation with the new 'hadakara Bihada Premium Moist Body Care Soap' launching in April 2026. This innovative body wash, featuring a 'moisture-sealing veil formula' and a blend of W-peptides, is set to redefine your daily skincare ritual, ensuring hydrated, firm skin long after your bath.
kawaii japan character Keroonen Returns with a “See-Through” Twist! The Fourth Capsule Toy Series Reveals its Inner Secrets
The highly anticipated fourth installment of the Keroonen capsule toy series, a collaboration between illustrator/modeler Kow Yokoyama and creator Noriya Takeyama, is now available. This new collection features a captivating skeleton design, allowing collectors to peek into the miniature figures' intricate internal mechanisms.
Kawaii Anime Characters Unleash the Magic: “The 7th Prince” Season 2 Blu-ray Vol. 1 Arrives with Exclusive Treasures
The highly anticipated Blu-ray Vol. 1 for TV Anime 'I Was Reincarnated as the 7th Prince So I Can Take My Time Perfecting My Magical Ability Season 2' is set to launch on January 28, 2026, featuring exclusive comics, soundtracks, and fan-favorite extras.
kawaii skincare japan news Kiehl’s Unveils Revolutionary “Rare Earth Serum Primer”: The ‘Moist-Smooth’ Base for Oily and Inner-Dry Skin
Discover Kiehl's latest innovation, the "Rare Earth Serum Primer," a new-generation primer designed to tackle oiliness and inner dryness with a unique moisture-care approach, launching February 27, 2026. This product promises a 'moist-smooth' finish, blending skincare benefits with makeup perfection.
Kawaii Manga Characters Unleash Your Imagination: CLLENN Drops Six Exciting New Manga Series in January 2026
Digital comic publisher CLLENN, a DMM Group company, has unveiled six brand-new manga series this January, promising a diverse array of stories from thrilling office dramas to epic fantasy adventures, available across various digital bookstores.
kawaii Idol News & Announcements in Japan Idol Fever, One Chip at a Time: Ensemble Stars!! Bright me up!! Unveils New Snack & Collectible Card Series
Popular mobile game 'Ensemble Stars!! Bright me up!!' is set to release 'Ensemble Stars!! Chips 2 Vol.2 Usushio Flavor' on February 17, 2026, featuring 30 exclusive original cards from fan-favorite idol units like Trickstar, ALKALOID, Eden, and Switch. This highly anticipated snack will be available across Japan at major retailers and online, allowing fans to collect their beloved idols while enjoying a classic lightly salted treat.
kawaii japan character Unleash the “Boisterous” Fun: Keta Kuma and Mecha Inu Unite in Free LINE Animated Stickers!
Get ready for a dose of cuteness and comical charm as popular character Keta Kuma teams up with Mecha Comic's Mecha Inu for a limited-time LINE sticker collaboration, available for free download today.
Kawaii Manga Characters Forbidden Love in the Neon Streets: A Popular Host Becomes a Delinquent’s Errand Boy in ‘Ichigeki Reversal Call!’
KADOKAWA announces the release of 'Ichigeki Reversal Call!', a new BL manga by Karasuma Tori. This highly anticipated title from 'Gene Pixiv' explores a unique dynamic between a top host and a wealthy delinquent, promising a thrilling reversal of roles.
kawaii japan character Unleash Whimsical Mischief: Yellow Inc. Announces “Boredom Creatures” Capsule Toy Collection
Yellow Inc. is set to release the "Boredom Creatures FIGURE COLLECTION" in early February 2026, featuring four unique, playful monster capsule toys designed to add a touch of charming mischief to any space.
kawaii Idol News & Announcements in Japan i-dle Ignites 2026 with ‘Mono’ Featuring UK Rap Prodigy skaiwater
K-Pop sensation i-dle has released their first new track of 2026, "Mono (Feat. skaiwater)," a groundbreaking collaboration with British rapper skaiwater. This digital single showcases a minimalist sound and a powerful message of self-reflection, accompanied by a visually striking music video. The release also sets the stage for their "2026 i-dle WORLD TOUR [Syncopation]," with dates announced across Asia and Oceania, including a two-day stop in Yokohama, Japan.
kawaii Idol News & Announcements in Japan Japan’s ‘FLASH’ Magazine Unveils a Galaxy of Stars: From Drama Debuts to Gravure Queens, a Fresh Look at Kawaii Culture!
The latest issue of 'FLASH' magazine, released on January 27th, features an incredible lineup of Japan's most captivating talents, including actress Momotsuki Nashiko in her first lead TV drama role, rising gravure idols, and a seasoned freelance announcer, offering a vibrant snapshot of the nation's evolving entertainment scene.
kawaii Live Shows & Events in Idol Culture Shoto of 2.5D Idol Group “Ireisu” Delivers a Majestic Performance at “LAST EDEN” Solo Concert
Shoto, a member of the popular 2.5D idol group "Ireisu," captivated audiences at his second solo concert, "LAST EDEN," held at Toyosu PIT. The show, themed around his 2nd solo album "OVERLORD," explored mythical motifs of gods and thrones, intertwined with his personal journey, offering a profound experience for fans.
kawaii Live Shows & Events in Idol Culture Game, Set, Match! “The Prince of Tennis” Musical’s 4th Season Pop-Up Shop Unveils Exclusive Merch at GiGO Stores
Fans of the "The Prince of Tennis" musical can dive into a world of exclusive goods and special campaigns at the upcoming 4th Season pop-up shop, running from January 31 to March 29, 2026, at various GiGO locations across Japan.
Kawaii Game Characters Project Sekai Unleashes a Wave of New Content: Taiko no Tatsujin Crossover, Sanrio Rerun, and Fresh Beats!
Prepare for an explosion of rhythm and adventure! "Project Sekai Colorful Stage! feat. Hatsune Miku" has unveiled a massive lineup of updates, including collaborations with iconic rhythm game "Taiko no Tatsujin," a fan-favorite Sanrio characters rerun, and a slew of new music from renowned creators.
kawaii Goods & Daily Items Sentimental Circus Unveils ‘Warm Bubble Soap Night’ Campaign with Exclusive Goods Across Japan
San-X's beloved Sentimental Circus introduces its 39th theme, 'Nukumori Utakata Shabon no Yoru ni,' with limited-edition merchandise, special novelties, and unique events at select stores in Japan, inviting fans to a whimsical bath-themed celebration.
kawaii japan character Unleash the Fluffy Charm: Viral Korean Character ‘Lovely MongMong’ Debuts New Plush Goods for ‘MongKatsu’ Fans
Dive into the world of Lovely MongMong, the adorable Korean character taking Asia by storm, as a new line of fluffy drawstring pouches, photo holders, and shimmering shaker pouches launches in Japan, fueling the popular '#MongKatsu' trend.