That way, I was able to make a few detours along the way. Since I had such a great time in Kyoto when I visited in May, this time I left Tokyo late at night, spent the night in the car, spent a day sightseeing in Kyoto, and then headed to Fukui. I always go…
Month: August 2026
The Disney Store at Shinsaibashi Parco has opened. The store, themed around a “magical journey,” is offering limited-edition items.
The Disney Store at Shinsaibashi Parco held its grand opening on August 26. It is the largest store of its kind in Western Japan and offers items exclusive to this location. The store’s design is themed around a “magical journey.” It is based on a story that begins with a book discovered by Mickey Mouse,…
The late-summer festival “Yaesu Night Market” is currently underway in front of Tokyo Station through September 10. With a lineup of unique acts and vendors sure to make you go “Wow!”—I headed over on the very first day.
Yaesu Night Market 2026 Dates: August 28–September 6, 2026 Event Hours: 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. each day (ends at 8:00 p.m. on the final day) Venue: Tokyo Midtown Yaesu (2-2-1 Yaesu, Chuo-ku, Tokyo), 1st Floor, Galleria Atrium, and other locations Admission: Free; Come and go as you please *Note: Some areas are scheduled to…
Marimekko’s Japan-exclusive collection celebrating its 75th anniversary. Tote bags, mugs, and more are available for pre-sale on Rakuten. A fabric bag is included as a gift.
Marimekko, the Finnish design house operated by Look, will release a Japan-exclusive anniversary collection on September 14 to commemorate the brand’s 75th anniversary. Ahead of this, a pre-sale will begin on “Rakuten Fashion” at 10:00 a.m. on September 4, and customers who spend 27,500 yen or more (including tax) will receive a free “75th Anniversary…
3COINS: New Items Perfect for Fall Outings—Popcorn Bags, Folding Chairs, Drink Holders, and More
On August 28, 3COINS released a new line of products perfect for fall outings and leisure activities. The spotlight is on the “Zip Bags for Popcorn,” which made their debut last fall and became a hot topic on social media. This time, they are being sold as a 10-pack set containing only refills—5 blue and…
Applications for the lottery to win tickets for the second half of the Vermeer exhibition begin today. There are two more chances—check out how to apply.
The Osaka Nakanoshima Museum of Art is hosting the exhibition “Vermeer’s *Girl with a Pearl Earring*: Masterpieces of 17th-Century Dutch Painting—A Miraculous Return to Japan” in its 5th-floor exhibition hall through September 27. With the exhibition running for just 38 days—a relatively short period—and following an announcement from the Mauritshuis that “this may be the…
The November special issue of “Otona Muse” comes with a Hello Kitty × CITEN pouch featuring plenty of storage space. Perfect for storing cosmetics and gadgets.
Takarajimasha will release the November 2026 special issue of “otona MUSE” on September 28. The price is 1,890 yen. It will be available at bookstores and online retailers. The bonus item included with this special issue is a collaboration pouch featuring “CITEN” and Hello Kitty. It’s made from CITEN’s signature soft, puffy fabric and features…
A “CITEN” Quilted Tote Bag Packaged with Lots of Hello Kitty. Pre-orders Now Open for the November Issue of Otona Muse
Takarajimasha will release the November 2026 issue of “otona MUSE” on September 28. The price is 1,950 yen. It will be available at bookstores and online retailers. The special bonus item is a quilted tote bag created through a collaboration between “CITEN” and Hello Kitty. The soft, plush quilted fabric features a Hello Kitty face…
Tokyo DisneySea Launches “Smiles for Tomorrow,” a Donation Program Where Rides and Merchandise Purchases Support Children
Tokyo DisneySea will launch “Smiles for Tomorrow,” a donation-based program commemorating the park’s 25th anniversary, on September 4. Donations will be made based on the number of people who visit the eligible attractions during the campaign period, as well as on sales of eligible merchandise and menu items. The donations will be used to support…
Emergency Aid for Flood Victims in Nepal—Donation of Relief Supplies— | News & Public Relations
August 28, 2026 In response to the flood damage in Nepal and following a request for assistance from the Nepalese government, the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) will provide emergency relief supplies as described below. Note 1. Damage Situation Flooding that occurred around 9:00 a.m. on August 26 in Raswa District, Bagmati Province, Nepal, has…