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K-Pop Sensation KiiiKiii Takes the Spotlight as WEGO’s 2026 Spring Visual Models!
kawaii Travel & Local in Japan FamilyMart Unveils ‘White Strawberry Fair’ for 2026: A Winter Wonderland of 16 Irresistible White & Berry Sweets
Japan's beloved convenience store transforms its annual strawberry festival with a dazzling 'white' twist, offering a collection of 16 elegant desserts, breads, and snacks infused with creamy, milky, and white chocolate notes.
kawaii japan character Fans Flock to Pictoria’s First VTuber Collaboration Cafe: ‘PICtoCAFE ~Pop-up! Early Christmas~’ Creates Intimate Fan Connections
A special report on Pictoria's groundbreaking collaboration with OK COFFEE MEGURO, where AI VTuber Tsumugi Nen and VTuber Yumeami Yurame offered unique menu items and an unprecedented dining experience, fostering new bonds with their dedicated community.
Kawaii Game Characters Sammy Unleashes First-Ever Physical Pop-Up Store in Shinjuku! Get Ready to Dive into a World of Pachinko & Pachislot Character Goods.
Sammy Corporation is set to open its inaugural physical pop-up store at Favop. in Shinjuku Marui Annex starting January 4, 2026. The store will feature popular merchandise from its online shop, "Sammy Shoten," alongside a diverse array of goods inspired by characters and intellectual properties from its iconic Pachinko and Pachislot machines.
kawaii japan fashion Ring in 2026 with Style: BUYMA’s ‘Happy New Year Sale’ Unveils a Treasure Trove of Fashion Deals
Embark on a shopping adventure with BUYMA's annual 'Happy New Year Sale,' offering exclusive coupons, dazzling time sales, and a chance to win luxury fashion items from January 1st to 7th, 2026.
kawaii japan idol Actor-Musician Tomohiro Sato Joins ‘Nintama Rantaro’ Musical Stage!
Discover how this multi-talented artist brings a beloved ninja world to life, blending his acting prowess with a vibrant musical career. Get ready for an unforgettable 'Academy Festival' experience!
kawaii makeup japan news Why Did Japan’s “Too Handsome” Art Makeup Artist Decline Reality TV Offers? Love and Life Unveiled on ABEMA’s 100th Episode
The 100th episode of ABEMA's 'Nanani: Chika ABEMA' brought back viral sensations, revealing the surprising reasons behind a popular art makeup artist's reality show rejections and the heartwarming journey of a 33-year age gap couple.
kawaii japan idol NCHIVE and Life4Cuts Unite: Your Chance to Capture Exclusive Memories with the K-Pop Group!
Korean boy group NCHIVE partners with the popular self-photo brand Life4Cuts for their first-ever collaboration, offering limited-edition frames and a chance to win signed merchandise.
kawaii japan fashion Fashion Giants Shimamura and Birthday Unveil First-Ever POP UP Store at Tokyo Station
Japanese fashion retailers Shimamura and Birthday are set to open a limited-time POP UP STORE at Tokyo Station's Marunouchi Underground South Exit from January 5 to January 19, 2026, offering a wide array of children's clothing, character goods, and exclusive items.
kawaii japan character Nijisanji Rings in 2026 with a Cascade of New Year Goods and Exclusive Campaigns!
Prepare for a vibrant start to 2026 as Nijisanji unveils seven dazzling new merchandise lines and special campaigns, including free shipping and limited-edition New Year's cards, bringing the virtual world closer to fans.
kawaii Goods & Daily Items Unwrap the Sweetness: MAMIDORI’s 2026 Lucky Bag Unveils Matcha Bliss
MAMIDORI, the online brand dedicated to spreading matcha love, announces its highly anticipated 2026 Lucky Bag, featuring the popular MAMIDORI Daifuku and the re-released MAMIDORI Macarons, crafted with premium Kyoto matcha.
Kawaii Anime Characters Porno Graffitti to Perform Opening Theme for TV Anime “Hikuidori Ushū Borotobigumi,” 2nd PV Released!
The highly anticipated TV anime "Hikuidori Ushū Borotobigumi," based on the best-selling novel by Naoki Prize-winning author Shogo Imamura, has announced that the veteran rock band Porno Graffitti will perform its opening theme, "Hamidashi Gomen." A new promotional video featuring the song has also been unveiled, offering a deeper look into the world of the Edo-era fire brigades.
Kawaii Anime Characters ABEMA Unleashes a Binge-Watching Bonanza: 13 New Fall Anime Titles Available for Free This New Year!
ABEMA's "New Year's Anime Free Marathon Festival" is set to thrill anime fans with free catch-up broadcasts of 13 popular fall 2025 anime series, including SPY×FAMILY Season 3 and One-Punch Man Season 3, running from December 24, 2025, to January 4, 2026. This special event provides a golden opportunity to dive into the season's hottest titles just in time for the holidays.
kawaii japan idol Hinaki Yano Unleashes “POPPING BOX” 1st Album, A Kaleidoscope of Sound on Her Birthday!
Voice actress and singer Hinaki Yano announces her highly anticipated debut album "POPPING BOX," set to release on her birthday, March 5, 2026, promising a vibrant collection of hits and new tracks.
kawaii Goods & Daily Items Invisible Nutrition, Visible Impact: Ayo Powder Wins Prestigious OMOTENASHI Selection Award
NutriBase LLC's revolutionary "Ayo" nutritional powder, designed to discreetly enhance children's diets without altering taste, has proudly received the 2025 OMOTENASHI Selection award. This honor celebrates Ayo's innovative approach to addressing common parental concerns about picky eaters, ensuring essential nutrients are integrated seamlessly into everyday meals.
kawaii japan idol A-POP Dance Kings Crowned in Osaka: Ryuu and Yuta Achieve Unprecedented 5-Win Streak at Akibaccano!
REAL AKIBA BOYZ's Ryuu and Yuta have made history, securing their fifth consecutive victory at Akibaccano!'s first-ever Osaka tournament. This monumental win not only cements their status as A-POP dance titans but also highlights the event's growing international reach and the vibrant future of anime-inspired street dance.
kawaii japan character Unleash Your Wild Side: Nijisanji Drops ‘DLNM – Leopard Braw -‘ Goods for a Roaring New Year!
Nijisanji, the popular VTuber group, is set to launch an exciting new merchandise collection, "DLNM - Leopard Braw -," featuring fan-favorite Virtual Livers Sakayori Soma and Nagisa Trout. The collection, boasting 11 unique items from glitter acrylic stands to plushie mascots, will be available starting January 1, 2026, just in time to kick off the new year with a stylish roar.
kawaii Travel & Local in Japan Yokohama Chinatown Welcomes “Ice wa Betsubara”: A Night Parfait Sensation Born from Z-Generation Entrepreneurship
Himeji's wildly popular "Ice wa Betsubara" night parfait specialty store, known for selling up to 780 parfaits a day, makes its grand debut in Yokohama Chinatown on January 10th. Founded by twin university students, this new branch promises Instagram-worthy desserts and a vibrant atmosphere, kicking off with a special opening campaign.
kawaii Travel & Local in Japan Moke’s Hawaii Enoshima Unveils “Lilikoi Pudding”: A Taste of Tropical Bliss by the Japanese Coast
Escape the winter chill with a luscious, tangy treat, perfect for your Enoshima shrine visit. Moke's Hawaii, the popular cafe from Hawaii, announces its new "Lilikoi Pudding" at the Enoshima store.
kawaii Travel & Local in Japan Tokyo’s THE NEW NORMAL Unveils a Winter Wonderland Parfait
Experience 'Temptation of the Apple' – A Symphony of Flavors in Every Spoonful, as THE NEW NORMAL presents its exquisite limited-edition winter parfait.
Fan Culture & Interaction in kawaii Idol Life O-MENZ Takes Over Karaoke BanBan: A Masked Dance Sensation’s Ultimate Fan Experience
Get ready for an immersive journey into the world of O-MENZ with themed rooms, exclusive drinks, and thrilling campaigns at Karaoke BanBan and DAM, starting January 9, 2026.
kawaii Idol News & Announcements in Japan TAGRIGHT Takes Center Stage: New 7-Member Boy Group Unleashes Pre-Debut Single and Magazine Cover Debut!
Born from the "TAG SEARCH" project, the highly anticipated boy group TAGRIGHT is set to make a powerful entrance with five new members, forming a dynamic septet. Their journey kicks off with a pre-debut digital single, "FOREVER BLUE," and an exclusive dual-sided cover feature in "GIANNA PLUS" magazine, promising a fresh wave of talent to the global stage.
kawaii japan fashion DRESSY CAFE OSAKA Unveils YUMI KATSURA Masterpiece for a Magical January Display
Experience Bridal Elegance Up Close as a World-Renowned Designer's Gown Transforms the Cafe into a Dreamlike Sanctuary, offering a unique blend of fashion and lifestyle.
kawaii japan fashion LOVEBOAT Unveils New Shoulder Bag, Reigniting Y2K Gyaru Charm
The iconic Japanese fashion brand LOVEBOAT, a symbol of 2000s Shibuya Gyaru culture, is set to captivate fashion enthusiasts once again with the release of its new shoulder bag in late January. This versatile black bag, featuring the brand's signature logo embroidery, is designed to seamlessly integrate into any casual outfit, promising to be a must-have item for fans of Y2K fashion.
Kawaii Anime Characters THE ORAL CIGARETTES Unleash “ERASE” to Confront Nube’s Darkness in Anime’s Second Arc
THE ORAL CIGARETTES' new track "ERASE" is set to electrify the second season of the TV anime 'Hell Teacher Nube.' The non-credit opening video has been unveiled, offering a glimpse into the thrilling new arc, complemented by a themed collaboration cafe.
Fan Culture & Interaction in kawaii Idol Life GENERATIONS’ University Comeback: A Star’s Redemption and 3,500 Roaring Fans
Ryuuto Kazuhara reflects on past TV antics as GENERATIONS delivers an unforgettable first-ever campus festival performance, reigniting student passion on 'GENERATIONS University TV'.
kawaii japan fashion From Orchard to Wardrobe: Japanese Brand ‘rrrrrrrrr’ Transforms Mandarin Waste into Chic Sustainable Sweatshirts
Fukuoka-based sustainable fashion brand rrrrrrrrr (Nine R) announces the launch of its new "Mandarin Sweatshirt," dyed using discarded mandarin orange peels and pruned branches. This innovative garment, part of the "hatake –LIFE COLOR-®" circular co-creation project, will be available on their online store starting January 8, 2026, with a special Instagram giveaway kicking off on December 28, 2025.
Kawaii Manga Characters Piccoma Unveils a Dazzling New SMARTOON: “It Was Supposed to Be a Fake Celebrity Couple, But I’m Loved by a Real Heir”
Experience a thrilling blend of romance and comedy as Piccoma exclusively launches its latest SMARTOON, "It Was Supposed to Be a Fake Celebrity Couple, But I'm Loved by a Real Heir," starting December 28, 2025. This captivating series follows a jobless woman and a mysterious man who pretend to be a celebrity couple for a TV show, only to discover unexpected truths and burgeoning affections.
kawaii japan character Nijisanji’s VOLTACTION Unleashes Adorable “Angel×Devil” Nijipuppets for New Year 2026
Get ready to kick off 2026 with a touch of virtual charm! Nijisanji is set to release the "Nijipuppet Okigae ver. VOLTACTION Angel×Devil" goods, featuring the popular unit VOLTACTION in their angelic and devilish forms. These collectible puppets, available from January 1, 2026, promise to add a delightful new dimension to your collection, alongside a special New Year campaign.
kawaii Live Shows & Events in Idol Culture Nagasaki’s Hasami Town Unveils Revamped Gourmet Fair: “Hasami Oshi Gourmet [Lunch & Sweets Fair]” Featuring Tsubaki Factory’s Marin Fukuda
Nagasaki's Hasami Town is set to delight food lovers with its annual gourmet fair, now enhanced with a sweet twist and graced by local idol Marin Fukuda of Tsubaki Factory, promising an exciting culinary journey from January 9 to February 28, 2026.
Kawaii Game Characters The SOS Brigade Takes Over the Business World! ‘Please, My President!’ x ‘The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya’ Collaboration Unleashed
IYAGAMES's popular mobile business simulation game, 'Please, My President!', launches an extraordinary collaboration with the iconic TV anime 'The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya', bringing fan-favorite characters and their unique charm to the corporate world starting December 27, 2025.