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Evolution of Japanese summer and seasonal fashion trends

9 clusters · 14 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Retailers in Japan launch autumn and winter fashion collections

By late August, Japanese retailers began introducing autumn and winter seasonal collections. Kushitani Mitaka released new motorcycle apparel, including the K-2889 Aspire Jacket and the K-2877 model, which features integ

Bandai and retail merchandise releases in Japan

6 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Chiikawa merchandise expands with new mascots and interactive chocolates

Bandai and other retailers have announced several merchandise releases for various media franchises in Japan. In mid-August, Bandai scheduled the Dragon Ball ‘Mejirushi Accessory 4’ Gashapon collection for the fifth week

Community and family events in Japan

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Family events and retail pop-ups scheduled across Japan

In August 2026, community-focused events for children were scheduled in Yokosuka and Tsu, Japan. These included a food education event at Nojima Mall Yokosuka involving school lunch samples and a summer special at the ‘M

Sanrio Japan product launches 2026–27

6 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: Sanrio announces multiple character collaborations and official merchandise

In July 2026, Sanrio debuted two capsule-toy accessory lines—Float-Ring Keychains and Cute Glowing Mascot Lights—sold through vending-machine corners and tied to the 2026 Sanrio Character Awards. The keychains featured c

Japanese character merchandise and retail trends

2 clusters · 18 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: Japan announces various anime and character collaborations

Japanese retailers and manufacturers continue to introduce a wide variety of character-themed merchandise, lotteries, and pop-up events. In mid-August, announcements included new Ichiban Kuji lotteries from BANDAI SPIRIT