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Seasonal food and beverage launches in Japan

6 clusters · 24 sources · last updated

Latest: Japanese food retailers launch seasonal autumn and Tsukimi menus

The Japanese food and hospitality sectors continue to introduce seasonal product lines and menus. Following Fujiya’s late August announcement of its “A Merry Halloween Party” collection, various providers have launched a

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Japan inbound growth and overtourism

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Latest: Japan tourism market diversifies as Chinese visitor numbers decline

In July 2026, Japan recorded a record-breaking 3.44 million foreign visitors, a 0.1% increase year-on-year. This growth was driven by summer vacation demand, increased flight availability, and a weak yen, with 17 countri

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Challenges and adaptations of Japanese Bon Odori festivals

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Latest: Japan hosts diverse Bon Odori fusion events

Traditional Bon Odori festivals in Japan are facing various social and environmental pressures. In Sapporo, participation and available venues have significantly declined over the last two decades, a trend attributed to

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Latest: Wakasa Seikatsu to open WAKASA Cafe in Aichi

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Japanese live music events diversify

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Latest: Summer Sonic 2026 features major performances by Fujii Kaze and K-pop groups

Japan’s 2026 live music calendar continues to expand with diverse festival and concert announcements. In late July, Kagayaki Fest 2026 in Kanazawa revealed a lineup of 65 idol groups and bands, including NGT48 and OCHA N

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Typhoon Dolphin causes massive flooding in China and Japan

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Latest: Typhoon Dolphin triggers record rainfall and flooding across China

Typhoon Dolphin, the strongest cyclone to hit China this year, has caused widespread destruction across eastern, central, and northern China after a 16-day lifespan. The storm made landfall near Yuhuan, Zhejiang, with ma

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