Okayama exclusive omiyage cake sees Momotaro re-imagined as a Panda
Katanukiya have now began releasing "Local Panda Baumkuchen", which sees their classic panda "cut-out" cakes take on a region inspired design.
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Japan Drone Expo in Kansai
This event will bring together some of Japan's top names in drone technology and airspace.
Christmas Walker Festival
Enjoy a variety of food and drinks from different regions around Japan in the beautiful setting of Ueno Park.
Ueno Christmas Market
The Ueno Tourism Association will be holding Ueno's first large-scale Christmas event "UENO Christmas Market" at Hakamakoshi Square in Ueno Park.
Tekken celebrates 30th anniversary with limited edition sake
Limited to 300 units, the Tekken 30th Anniversary sake will be issued in 5 different bottle designs, each of which comes in the same limited edition packaging.
Winter Wonder Park Yokohama
Experience ice skating on an environmentally friendly resin skating rink, with the stunning scenery of Yokohama serving as a backdrop.
“Big Mac Lantern” is the star of the show in McDonald’s Japan 2025 lucky bag
McDonald's Japan have recently announced the contents of their 2025 lucky bag, which can only be obtained by entering a lottery for the chance to be able to purchase one.
Tokyo Skytree Town Ice Skating Park
Enjoy a unique experience where you can casually enjoy skating in a great location with a close-up view of Tokyo Skytree.
Lotteria teams up with Rilakkuma for 2025 new years lucky bag
Lotteria Japan have now revealed the contents of their 2025 new years fukubukuro, which is a cute collaboration with San-X's bear mascot Rilakkuma.