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UNIS’s “Shiawase ni Nanka Naranaide ne” Sweeps Global Charts and Social Media!
kawaii japan fashion Shimamura Unveils “Spring Fashion Goods Fair”: A Two-Week Extravaganza of Influencer-Led Trends and Beloved Characters!
Japan's fashion giant Shimamura is set to launch its "Spring Fashion Goods Fair" from January 21st, spanning two weeks. This vibrant event will feature exclusive collections curated by popular influencers, followed by an array of items showcasing beloved characters, available nationwide and online.
kawaii haircare japan news Showa Kayo Sensations MATSURI Crowned ‘Scalp D Beaute’ Ambassadors, Unveiling a New Era of Elegance
Japan's beloved Showa Kayo group, MATSURI, steps into the spotlight as the fresh faces of 'Scalp D Beaute' haircare. Discover their chic new WEBCM and an exclusive fan campaign promising a touch of idol glamour.
kawaii haircare japan news ISSHI Unveils Kéralis Series: Salon-Quality Hair Repair at Home with “Black” Shampoo & Treatment
Japanese haircare brand ISSHI introduces Kéralis, a new series designed to bring professional salon results to daily routines, featuring a unique "black" shampoo and treatment that deeply repair hair damage caused by coloring and perms, leveraging advanced active keratin technology.
Sanrio Rappy x Sanrio Characters: Backstage Pass to Kawaii Chaos!
The beloved mascot Rappy from Japan's 'Love It!' morning show teams up with Sanrio Characters for a delightful second collaboration, featuring new merchandise themed around 'program staff' roles. Following their 2025 Sanrio Character Grand Prix Partner Division win, this collection will launch with先行販売 (pre-sales) at Kiddy Land and later online, bringing a fresh wave of adorable items to fans.
kawaii skincare japan news Eri Aoki Unveils ENÉ: A Revolutionary ‘One-Push’ Lash Serum to Transform Eye Beauty
Talent, model, and entrepreneur Eri Aoki introduces ENÉ, an innovative eye beauty brand, with its debut product, the 'ENÉ Lipo Silk* Shot' – a groundbreaking mist-type lash base serum featuring liposomal human stem cell culture fluid, set to launch nationwide on February 21, 2026.
kawaii makeup japan news HBL BEAUTY Unveils ‘Soufflé Cushion’ Eyebrow Innovation: The 3D Cushion Brow® Gets a Luminous New Shade
HBL BEAUTY, renowned for its 'HOLLYWOOD BROW LIFT®' solutions, is set to launch a new 'Light Brown' shade for its award-winning '3D Cushion Brow®' on March 23, 2026. This celebrated cushion-type eyebrow cosmetic, known for its unique liquid-to-powder formula and 8-in-1 versatility, promises a soft, airy finish, with an exclusive pre-sale starting February 18 at select stores and a special POP UP event.
kawaii japan fashion LUNA EARTH Unveils Trendy Cord Smartphone Straps and Adorable Mini Accessory Cases
Discover LUNA EARTH's latest collection, featuring stylish cord smartphone straps perfect for modern outfits and charming mini accessory cases designed for convenience and flair, available online from January 15th.
kawaii Idol News & Announcements in Japan 2.5D Idol Group Ireisu Takes Over Japan’s Largest Shopping Malls for a Nationwide “Oshikatsu” Extravaganza
Get ready to turn everyday shopping into an immersive fan experience as popular 2.5D idol group Ireisu partners with Aeon Mall, featuring exclusive goods and interactive adventures across 33 locations nationwide.
kawaii Idol News & Announcements in Japan Miho Nakayama Lights Up ‘NO MUSIC, NO IDOL?’ Campaign for 40th Anniversary
Legendary J-Pop Icon Joins Tower Records for Exclusive Blu-ray Box Release, Offering Fans a Glimpse into Her Enduring Legacy.
kawaii japan fashion Hello Kitty Gets a Y2K Makeover: 9090girl Unveils Bold Collaboration Collection
Japanese street brand 9090girl, known for its "Heisei Gyaru" revival concept, is launching an exciting collaboration with Sanrio's beloved character, Hello Kitty. This collection reinterprets Hello Kitty with a unique gyaru twist, featuring a tanned complexion and a vibrant street style.
kawaii japan fashion COHINA and SOMETHING Unveil Second Denim Collection: Tailored Style for Petite Women
Japanese petite apparel brand COHINA partners with denim powerhouse SOMETHING for their highly anticipated second collaboration, launching two new denim items designed for women around 150cm tall. This collection, featuring a baker straight denim and a back-tuck denim skirt, promises to blend SOMETHING's renowned fit with COHINA's petite-focused design, available from January 21, 2026.
kawaii Live Shows & Events in Idol Culture Akihabara to Host “AKIVALENTINE” Event, Celebrating Fan Love for “Oshi” Culture
Akihabara is set to transform into a hub of affection with the "AKIVALENTINE" event on February 15, 2026. This unique celebration, themed "Exchanging Favorite Feelings," will bring together anime, VTuber, and idol culture, creating a vibrant space for fans to connect with their beloved "Oshi" (a term for a passionately supported character or idol).
kawaii Live Shows & Events in Idol Culture Idol Fever Returns to Osaka: “Habatake! Idol Festival” Doubles Down on Excitement for Two Days
The highly anticipated "Habatake! Idol Festival" is expanding to a two-day event on February 28 and March 1, 2026, at TV Osaka Headquarters. Featuring a diverse lineup of established and rising idol groups, this festival promises an unforgettable experience for fans, with select performances also set for terrestrial broadcast and streaming.
kawaii japan fashion Beyond the Ceremony: antiqua Unveils Versatile Formalwear for Everyday Elegance
No longer confined to just one special day, antiqua's new 'Formal Style' collection offers adult women sophisticated pieces that effortlessly transition from grand events to daily life, redefining occasion wear with practical charm.
kawaii Idol News & Announcements in Japan PUBG MOBILE Ignites the Battlegrounds with K-Pop Powerhouse aespa!
KRAFTON JAPAN Inc. has announced a limited-time collaboration between the global sensation PUBG MOBILE and K-Pop artist aespa, launching a spectacular array of in-game items and events infused with aespa's unique concept and music.
kawaii Idol News & Announcements in Japan TikTok’s Hottest J-Pop Takes Over AWA: M!LK’s “Metsu Pose” and Aogumo’s “Winter Magic” Lead the Charts!
Discover the viral sensations that captured hearts on TikTok in December 2025, now curated into an exclusive "HOT SONG" playlist on AWA, featuring trending tracks like M!LK's "Suki Sugite Metsu!" and Aogumo's "Fuyu no Mahou."
kawaii Travel & Local in Japan Unleash Your Inner Thrill-Seeker: Universal Studios Japan Ignites a Year-Long 25th Anniversary Extravaganza!
Universal Studios Japan kicks off its 'Discover U!!!' 25th-anniversary celebration, promising a year of unparalleled excitement with iconic movie car collections, the return of beloved characters like the Blues Brothers, dynamic street shows, and the revival of the highly acclaimed Jurassic World Journey experience.
Kawaii Game Characters PAW Patrol’s New Board Game Box: A Paw-tastic Adventure for Kids Everywhere
Dive into the world of PAW Patrol with Gakken's latest release, the 'Paw-tastic Spin! Sugoroku Game Box,' featuring beloved characters, interactive gameplay, and collectible acrylic-style figures for endless family fun.
kawaii Goods & Daily Items Okinawa’s Spring Baseball Fever Ignites with Orion Beer’s 2026 Pro-Baseball Collab Goods
Orion Beer announces the release of exclusive 2026 collaboration merchandise with all nine professional baseball teams holding spring training in Okinawa, complemented by a special pop-up shop at San-A Urasoe Nishikaigan PARCO CITY.
kawaii Food & Dessert News in Japan Beloved Picture Books Come to Life as Adorable Cookie Cans at Sogo Yokohama!
Cake.jp's highly anticipated 'Masterpiece Picture Book Cookie Can Selection' pop-up store returns, offering 17 unique, allergen-friendly designs featuring iconic characters like 'The Very Hungry Caterpillar' and 'Nontan' for a limited time.
kawaii Food & Dessert News in Japan Meiji Kinenkan’s “Hagoromo” Unveils Limited-Edition Seafood Ehomaki for Setsubun
Experience the traditional Japanese Setsubun celebration at home with Meiji Kinenkan's exquisite "Shōfuku Seafood Ehomaki," a limited-time takeout offering from their renowned "Hagoromo" restaurant, available from February 1st to 3rd, 2026.
Kawaii Game Characters Azur Lane’s Kawaii Fleet Docks in World of Warships: Legends for its Seventh Epic Crossover!
Prepare for a grand naval adventure as 'World of Warships: Legends' unveils its latest collaboration with 'Azur Lane', bringing fan-favorite characters like Vittorio Veneto and Ägir, alongside new ships, captains, and thrilling in-game campaigns to the high seas.
kawaii Lifestyle Trends Unlock Your Dreams in Nara: New Multi-Purpose Studio.Kitchen FENNEL Opens in Ikoma City
From aspiring chefs to workshop organizers, this vibrant hub in the heart of Keihanna Science City offers a welcoming 'starting point' for anyone ready to launch their next big idea in a supportive, child-friendly environment.
kawaii Idol News & Announcements in Japan Former Takarazuka Star Kazuya Seto Unveils Grand Digital Stage for Fans
Kazuya Seto, a beloved former "Otokoyaku" from the Takarazuka Revue, has relaunched her official website and fan club on the Bitfan platform, offering fans exclusive content and closer interaction.
kawaii Live Shows & Events in Idol Culture Nijisanji WORLD TOUR 2025 Blu-rays Unveiled: Relive the Rainbow Across Seven Japanese Cities
The highly anticipated "Nijisanji WORLD TOUR 2025 Singin’ in the Rainbow!" is set to be released on Blu-ray, capturing the vibrant energy of seven domestic performances. Starting April 8, 2026, fans can experience the magic of virtual live entertainment, complete with exclusive bonus features and collector's items.
Kawaii Game Characters Annual Bushiroad 2026 Unveils a Card Game Extravaganza!
Celebrating Vanguard's 15th Anniversary, this special issue is packed with exclusive cards, a unique manga, and a ticket to the Card Game Festival 2026, launching April 8th.
kawaii japan character Unlock English with Disney Magic: fantaSpeak’s New Year Discount Campaign!
Dive into a world of enchanting stories and master English with beloved Disney and Pixar characters. fantaSpeak launches a special New Year discount on its 1-year PRO plan, making language learning a joyful adventure for 2026.
kawaii japan fashion Malulani Hawaii Unveils “Mahalo Rainbow”: A Web-Exclusive Power Stone Bracelet Infused with Hawaiian Aloha
Discover "Mahalo Rainbow," the vibrant new power stone bracelet from Hawaii's Malulani Hawaii, designed to bring the joyous spirit of the islands' rainbows directly to your wrist. Crafted with natural crushed stones, seven-color glass beads, and iridescent rainbow aura, this exclusive accessory is a beacon of hope and positive energy.
Kawaii Game Characters Unleash Your Inner Explorer: Etrian Odyssey All-Star Acrylic Stands Arrive!
Frontier Works' "Select×Collect" brand is launching an expansive collection of 67 acrylic stands from the "Etrian Odyssey" series, featuring characters from "Etrian Odyssey Untold: The Millennium Girl" and "Etrian Odyssey 2 Untold: The Fafnir Knight," alongside re-released fan favorites. Fans can now curate their ultimate adventuring party with these highly detailed collectibles, available for pre-order from January 18 to February 18, 2026, on Animate Online Shop.
kawaii Food & Dessert News in Japan Okinawa’s Renaissance Resort Unveils Romantic Valentine’s Escapes
Renaissance Resort Okinawa is set to enchant couples this Valentine's season with exclusive French dinners, a delightful strawberry-themed lunch buffet, and a charming gift of birthstone chocolates for male guests, promising an unforgettable romantic getaway.