U-TREASURE is once again collaborating with Baby Star Ramen to release the "Pure Gold Baby Star Ramen." This latest offering shrinks the familiar single noodle into a K24 pure gold miniature model, pr ...
Nintendo Switch's Animal Crossing: New Horizons has been an absolute smash hit since its launch, charming players of all ages worldwide with its adorable and fun-filled style. Now, get ready for a swe ...
From Japanese snack giant LOTTE comes a beloved treat for all ages: Lotte Koala's March, arguably the brand's most iconic product. Recently, LOTTE announced a brand-new flavor, "Fantasy Soda" (ファン ...
Nagano's beloved creation, "Chiikawa," saw its first "Chiikawa Bakery" open in Harajuku Omotesando in 2024, becoming an instant smash hit with fans lining up daily for its adorable and delicious theme ...
Japanese online dessert and cake e-commerce platform "Cake.jp" is known for its creative, anime-themed sweets that consistently win over fans. Following up on their previous hit, the mysterious APTX48 ...
Meiji's iconic chocolate snacks, Kinoko no Yama (Mushroom Mountain) and Takenoko no Sato (Bamboo Shoot Village), have been winning hearts since their respective launches in the 1970s. But beyond their ...
The RPG "Dragon Quest" celebrates its 40th anniversary this year, maintaining incredibly high popularity and standing as one of Square Enix's flagship titles. Recently, a collaboration was announced w ...
Fans have been eagerly awaiting the sequel, "Super Mario Galaxy Movie," which is set to hit theaters in the US, Taiwan, and Hong Kong on April 1, 2026. Now, to amp up the hype, Krispy Kreme has announ ...
We've previously covered news about Japan's furusato nozei (hometown tax) system. Typically, local governments offer gifts as a token of appreciation, usually featuring local specialties or unique pro ...
Get ready, Trainers! The beloved IP, Pokémon, is gearing up for its 30th anniversary this February, with multiple exciting projects already underway. Fans are also eagerly awaiting the "Pokémon Pres ...
RPG powerhouse "Dragon Quest" is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, and it's still riding high on popularity, easily one of SQUARE ENIX's flagship franchises. SQUARE ENIX Japan has just dropp ...
Get ready to stretch your taste buds! HEART Co., Ltd., the brand renowned for its anime merchandise and "creative toys & sweets," has just announced an exciting collaboration with the mega-popular ser ...
Illustrator Nagano's Chiikawa series has absolutely exploded in popularity, captivating audiences with its unique style, especially after the anime adaptation. With a never-ending stream of merchandis ...
Created by manga artist Yoshito Usui, Crayon Shin-chan has been a national treasure in Japan since its TV anime adaptation in 1992. It continues to release theatrical films annually, with this year's ...
Get ready, Trainers! A brand-new series of Pokémon-themed traditional Japanese sweets, "Pokémon Kyogashi," is about to drop! This limited-edition collection, crafted by Kyoto's venerable wagashi sho ...
GRAPESTONE, the renowned Japanese confectionery maker behind the iconic Tokyo souvenir brand "Tokyo Banana," has previously teamed up with popular IPs like Pokémon and Chiikawa, making their treats a ...
Japan's BANDAI CANDY, the confectionery division of BANDAI Co., Ltd., consistently drops a ton of fun and quirky snack products. And now, they've announced a new treat featuring the super popular IP, ...
Released in 1980, PAC-MAN is widely considered one of the most iconic arcade games of all time. As it celebrates its 45th anniversary this year, it undoubtedly brings back a wave of childhood nostalgi ...
The "2025 World Expo" is set to kick off in Osaka, Japan, on April 13th for a six-month run. Its official mascot, Myaku-Myaku, has been a polarizing figure since its debut in 2022. While opinions are ...
NAGANO's manga series, "Chiikawa," launched in 2020 and quickly took the world by storm. Its anime adaptation further captivated audiences with its unique charm, making it a universally beloved phenom ...
