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ABEMA Anime Matsuri 2026 festival preparations and kickoff

3 clusters · 5 sources · last updated

Latest: ABEMA Anime Festival 2026 kicks off in Shibuya

ABEMA has announced details for the ‘ABEMA Anime Matsuri 2026,’ a large-scale festival scheduled for September 19–20 in Shibuya, Tokyo. Initial plans include free stages at MIYASHITA PARK featuring voice actors from seri

[ACTIVE] [TECHNOLOGY] [JP] [CN]

Humanoid robot development and maintenance in Japan

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Latest: GMO AIR launches Japan’s first humanoid robot ambulance in Tokyo

Geek+ has announced the domestic debut of its humanoid robot, ‘Gino’, at the International Logistics Exhibition 2026 in Tokyo. Designed for the logistics sector, Gino is intended to automate manual processes like picking

[ACTIVE] [BUSINESS] [JP]

Japan Tobacco Ploom CUBE product redesign

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated

Latest: Japan Tobacco launches redesigned Ploom CUBE device

Japan Tobacco (JT) is updating its Ploom CUBE heated tobacco device with a redesigned, compact, and rounded matte-textured model. The new design includes two color options, Pebble White and Cobalt Black, and offers custo

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Beverage companies promote non-alcoholic alternatives in JP

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Latest: Beverage brands host specialized non-alcoholic pop-up events in Japan

Beverage companies in Japan are conducting specialized pop-up events to promote non-alcoholic and tea-based spirit alternatives. In early September, Suntory hosted an experiential event in Tokyo’s Otemachi district to e

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nemcaro sleep wellness brand expansion

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Latest: Cloa Co., Ltd. to launch nemcaro sleep wear in September

Kuora Co., Ltd. is expanding its sleep wellness brand, nemcaro, through new retail and product initiatives in Japan. In late August, the company announced the opening of the ‘nemcaro SLEEP PARK’ pop-up store in Shibuya,

[QUIET] [CULTURE] [JP]

Specialized educational programs in Japan

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Latest: Japanese schools host English and critical thinking programs

Japanese educational institutions are implementing various specialized programs to enhance student skills in professional and global contexts. In mid-August, schools such as Toshimagaoka Girls' Junior and Senior High Sc

[QUIET] [BUSINESS] [JP]

Seaburano Kami ramen brand expansion in Japan

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Latest: Seabra no Kami opens first Kanto location in Shibuya

Globeat Japan has expanded the Seaburano Kami ramen brand beyond Kyoto Prefecture with the opening of its first Kanto region location in Shibuya Center-gai on August 28, 2026. The new branch serves as an antenna shop tar

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Juvenile crime incidents in Japan

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Latest: Japan police arrest teenagers for assault and extortion

In late August 2026, two youths, a 17-year-old boy and a 16-year-old girl, were arrested in Asahikawa, Hokkaido, for suspected forcible obstruction of business. The pair allegedly threw lit firecrackers into a police box

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Puppet Sunsun brand expansion in Japan

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Latest: New permanent retail stores for Hancolle and Puppet Sunsun to open in Japan

The Puppet Sunsun brand has expanded its presence in Japan through product launches and upcoming physical retail locations. In early August 2026, Gurmandies announced a new line of mobile accessories, including earphone

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Japan summer festivals and fairs 2026

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Latest: Tokyo hosts various cultural festivals in early September 2026

Japan’s 2026 summer season, which began in late May with food fairs in Nagaoka and Fukuoka, continued through August with a diverse array of regional festivals, food expos, and fireworks displays. In early August, Tobu D

[QUIET] [TECHNOLOGY] [JP] [US]

Meta AI and wearable technology retail demonstrations

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Latest: Meta launches AI-themed experiential pop-up store in Shibuya

Meta has initiated physical retail experiences to demonstrate its artificial intelligence and wearable technology. In the United States, the company launched ‘Meta Lab’ at select Best Buy locations, offering hands-on dem

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Pokémon TCG Pocket content updates and expansions

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Latest: Pokémon TCG Pocket releases Team Rocket's Ambition expansion

The mobile game Pokémon TCG Pocket is undergoing a series of updates and content expansions. In late July 2026, the game was scheduled for a substantial 3.5 GB update to upgrade its Unity development environment, which i

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PEANUTS promotional events in Japan

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Latest: PEANUTS collaboration event held at Kairyoyu bathhouse in Shibuya

In August 2026, the PEANUTS franchise launched several promotional activities and merchandise releases across Japan. In Osaka, the Umeda district hosted a city-wide summer event featuring a “Snoopy Festival” at the Hank

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