Japanese local businesses launch new promotions in Chiba and Saitama

A ramen shop in Funabashi, Chiba, rebranded its Ichikaku Ramen East Funabashi location into a combined brand with Oil Soba Headquarters, opening on July 28, 2026. The launch includes a limited‑time price of ¥750 for oil‑soba, alongside the shop’s traditional creamy pork‑bone ramen.

IKEA Japan’s new Misato store is running a “No. 1 Meatball” voting campaign from July 9 to August 5, 2026. Customers can vote for their preferred meatball option—Swedish meatball, plant‑based ball, or falafel ball—with the winning menu offered at a 10 % discount (plus an extra 20 % off with a voucher) from August 20 to August 23, 2026.