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Kawaii Game Characters Journey to Serenity: ‘Starsand Island’ Debuts on Nintendo Switch(TM)2 at Taipei Game Show 2026
Get ready to immerse yourself in 'Starsand Island,' a captivating Chinese-style pastoral life simulation game. This highly anticipated title will offer its first public demo on Nintendo Switch(TM)2 at Taipei Game Show 2026, inviting players to a world where tranquil farming meets engaging adventure.
kawaii Travel & Local in Japan Revival of a “Phantom” Plum Grove: Yokohama’s Sugita Plum Festival Blossoms with History and Culture
Step back in time at the 5th Sugita Plum Festival in Yokohama, where the legendary Sugita Plum Grove, once the Kanto region's premier plum blossom viewing spot, is being brought back to life. Experience vibrant traditional arts, gourmet delights, and breathtaking views from February 14-15, 2026.
kawaii japan fashion MASCODE’s Glitter Series Masks Now Shine Brighter with Enhanced UV Protection
Embrace Spring's Trends and Sun Safety with Masks Blending Fashion-Forward Pink Hues and 94% UV Cut.
kawaii makeup japan news Pocket Atelier: The Minimalist Makeup Brush Set Redefining On-the-Go Beauty in Japan
Discover Pocket Atelier (Pokefuru Brush), a limited-edition makeup brush set launching January 26, 2026, exclusively on Amazon. Designed by beauty influencer LaLa, this minimalist collection redefines portable beauty with its practical yet luxurious approach, ensuring flawless application wherever you are.
kawaii Travel & Local in Japan Step into the Emerald City: “Wicked: Eternal Promise” Takes Over Universal Studios Japan
The magic of "Wicked" comes alive at Universal Studios Japan with a limited-time celebration for the final chapter, "Wicked: Eternal Promise." Fans can meet Elphaba and Glinda, see movie-authentic costumes, and enjoy exclusive themed food and merchandise.
kawaii Goods & Daily Items Blast from the Past: Iconic Heisei Era “Puri” Machines Reborn as Miniature Gashapon Charms!
FURYU celebrates the 30th anniversary of print sticker culture with a nostalgic collection of miniature "Puri" machine charms, bringing back beloved designs like "Print Club" and "LADY BY TOKYO" to captivate both Heisei and Reiwa generations.
Kawaii Game Characters Ring in the New Year with Style: ‘The 100 Girlfriends’ Mobile Game Unveils Festive Gacha and Event!
Poppin Games Japan has launched a limited-time New Year Pick-Up Gacha and the 'Heart-Throbbing New Year! New Year's Haregi Battle Round 3' event in 'The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You: Bibin!! Puzzle,' featuring beloved characters in stunning traditional Japanese attire.
kawaii Idol News & Announcements in Japan ＝LOVE Unveils First Calendar Book in Five Years: A Glimpse into Their ‘Adult Chic’ Evolution
The highly anticipated calendar, featuring the idol group in stylish denim, captures their mature charm and personal growth, set to launch on March 18, 2026.
kawaii Live Shows & Events in Idol Culture Love Live! Nijigasaki High School Idol Club Unveils Star-Studded Karaoke Collaboration!
The beloved 'Love Live! Nijigasaki High School Idol Club' is joining forces with 'Karaoke no Tetsujin' for an exciting event featuring exclusive themed rooms, special drinks, and a treasure trove of original merchandise.
kawaii haircare japan news Experience the Revolution: non haru:home’s ‘New Sensation’ Foam Treatment Giveaway Sparks Excitement in Japan!
Unlock a new era of hair care with non haru:home's groundbreaking 'Hair Moist Treatment.' This unique non-silicone foam promises a transformative experience, and now 100 lucky individuals have the chance to discover its magic in a special social media campaign.
kawaii Live Shows & Events in Idol Culture MATSURI’s “Red and White” Dream: Showa Kayō Group Aims for Stardom with Scalp D Beaute Ambassadorship
Japan's beloved Showa Kayō group, MATSURI, has been appointed as the new brand ambassadors for "Scalp D Beaute." At their vibrant inauguration event, the members shared their personal wishes for beautiful hair and grand ambitions, including a coveted spot on the "Kōhaku Uta Gassen."
kawaii haircare japan news Unlock ‘Fuwa-Sara’ Hair: Pieora’s New Botanical Hair Milk Targets Fine Hair for Lasting Volume and Repair
Japanese botanical haircare brand Pieora introduces a revolutionary hair milk designed specifically for 'Nekokke' (fine, soft hair), promising deep damage repair and a long-lasting fluffy-smooth finish with plant stem cell-derived ingredients.
kawaii Idol News & Announcements in Japan Idol Sensation Kotomi Tachibana Teams Up with SAMANTHAVEGA for Dazzling Spring/Summer Collection
SAMANTHAVEGA unveils its 2026 Spring/Summer collection visuals, featuring Kotomi Tachibana from the idol group CANDY TUNE, showcasing a fresh take on 'New Kawaii' fashion.
kawaii japan character Beloved Feline Friend Tama & Friends Invades Shinjuku with a Purr-fect Pop-Up Store!
Step into the charming world of Tama & Friends at a special pop-up store in Keio Department Store Shinjuku, featuring exclusive merchandise, Sanrio collaborations, and a special 'Cat Day' greeting event with Tama himself!
kawaii japan fashion Rakuten GirlsAward 2026 SPRING/SUMMER Set to Dazzle Yoyogi with Star-Studded Lineup!
Japan's premier fashion and music event, Rakuten GirlsAward, announces its Spring/Summer 2026 edition on April 18th at Yoyogi National Gymnasium, featuring the highly anticipated return of Chotokkyu after 8 years, and debut performances by CANDY TUNE and GPP, alongside a glittering array of top models and guests.
kawaii Travel & Local in Japan Saitama’s Secrets Revealed! Unseen Moments from the “Saitama Charm Promotion Conference” YouTube Series
Discover the vibrant energy behind "Saitama Charm Promotion Improvement Conference," a YouTube series featuring idol Rei Seimiya and comedians, as its new making-of video reveals unreleased scenes and a special theme song, inviting viewers to explore Saitama's unique attractions.
Sanrio Hello Kitty Takes on Two Iconic Forms in Exclusive New Collectible
Discover the 'Unipatchin' featuring Hello Kitty as both an Otohime princess and a mermaid, available only at HELLO KITTY SMILE from January 21st.
kawaii skincare japan news FRACORA Revives Beloved Moist & Energy Soap for Ageless Radiance
Discover the secret behind FRACORA's highly anticipated return of the Moist & Energy Soap, a luxurious two-layer 'wakuneri' bar designed to transform your skin with every wash, blending potent beauty essences with a rich, hydrating lather.
kawaii skincare japan news Unlock Clearer Skin: KOSÉ COSMEPORT Unveils New Acne Care Perfect Essence for ‘Moisture Mild White’
Leading Japanese skincare brand KOSÉ COSMEPORT is set to launch an innovative all-in-one medicated essence, addressing adult acne, skin roughness, and pore concerns with a gentle, effective formula.
kawaii skincare japan news Unlock ‘Peach Skin’ Radiance: Wafood Made’s Sake Kasu Pack Unveils a Limited-Edition Peach Scent!
Experience the fusion of traditional Japanese beauty secrets and a juicy, fresh aroma with the new Wafood Made Sake Kasu Pack Peach Scent, designed to deliver transparent, hydrated "peach skin."
kawaii japan fashion WEGO Revives Heisei Era Charm: Iconic Shojo Manga ‘Ciao’ Collaborates for a Nostalgic Fashion Collection
Fashion retailer WEGO is bringing back the beloved 'Heisei Joji' era with a special collaboration featuring three iconic shojo manga from 'Ciao' magazine: 'Kirarin Revolution,' 'Gokujō!! Mecha Mote Iinchō,' and 'Mirumo de Pon!'. This collection, inspired by staff favorites, offers apparel and goods available from January 30, 2026.
Pokemon Pokémon’s Nyaoha Joins the Court! “Tenipin” Experience Event Comes to Aeon Mall Musashimurayama
The Japan Tennis Association is bringing the innovative "Tenipin" game, a fun tennis-type sport featuring Pokémon's Nyaoha as a Kids Ambassador, to Aeon Mall Musashimurayama on February 11, 2026. This free event offers families a chance to enjoy an accessible new way to play tennis, complete with original racket making and expert coaching.
kawaii Goods & Daily Items Glow-Up Alert! Sebonstar Teams with KOGYARU for a Luminous, Nostalgic Charm Collection
Japan's beloved toy candy, Sebonstar, ignites the 'Heisei girl culture' trend with a dazzling glow-in-the-dark collaboration featuring elementary school gal group KOGYARU, launching an exclusive collection and pop-up store.
kawaii Idol News & Announcements in Japan Aiming for ‘SSR’ in the Idol World, a New Project Kicks Off
A new idol project by WithU Co., Ltd. is seeking talents to become the "SSR" (Sweet, Sexy, Radiant) of the idol world. The project promises extensive support, including free lessons, top-tier creative teams, and major performance opportunities, aiming for national tours and diverse media appearances by 2029.
kawaii Goods & Daily Items Sebonstar x KOGYARU: Shibuya 109 Pop-Up Brings Luminous Charm and “Gyaru” Style to Kawaii Fashion
Kabaya Foods announces a limited-time Sebonstar pop-up store at SHIBUYA109, celebrating the new Luminous Sebonstar Collaboration with elementary school gyaru collective KOGYARU, featuring exclusive product pre-sales and a dazzling Instagram contest.
kawaii Idol News & Announcements in Japan Chihaya Kisaragi Merchandise Unveiled for “OathONE” Solo Concert
New merchandise featuring Chihaya Kisaragi from The Idolmaster series, including a meticulously embroidered work shirt, a sterling silver pendant, and an exclusive T-shirt, will be available at her solo concert "OathONE" at Nippon Budokan.
kawaii Live Shows & Events in Idol Culture hololive 3rd Generation Ignites K-Arena Yokohama with “Operation Heartful Cuties” Live
The virtual idol group hololive 3rd Generation, featuring Usada Pekora, Shiranui Flare, Shirogane Noel, and Houshou Marine, delivered two days of captivating performances at K-Arena Yokohama for their “Operation Heartful Cuties” live concert, showcasing their evolution as "strongest idols" and deepening bonds with fans.
kawaii Goods & Daily Items Spring’s Sweetest Surprise: TOKOTOYZ Unveils ‘Nandemo Ikimono’ Series 2!
Dive into a new wave of adorable with fresh puffy stickers and delightfully squishy onigiri toys, bringing a touch of Japanese charm to collectors worldwide starting this January.
kawaii makeup japan news Wonjungyo Unveils ‘Peach Mocha’ Palette and Pro-Grade Aegyo Sal Brushes: Master the K-Beauty ‘Puffy Under-Eye’ Look with New Tools
K-beauty brand Wonjungyo, supervised by renowned makeup artist Won Jung-yo, is set to launch a new "Peach Mocha" eye and cheek palette alongside two specialized brushes designed for achieving the coveted "aegyo sal" look. These innovative products promise to bring professional idol makeup techniques to everyday routines, with an exclusive pre-sale at a Tokyo pop-up.
kawaii Idol News & Announcements in Japan AKB48’s Yui Oguri Unveils 2026 Calendar: A Glimpse into Her Authentic Everyday Charm
Fans of AKB48's Yui Oguri can rejoice as her much-anticipated 2026 April-start calendar is set to launch, offering a refreshingly natural portrayal of the idol captured by renowned photographer Koji Hosoi. This new collection promises an intimate look at her everyday life, moving beyond her usual cool image.