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Initial D’s 30th Anniversary Ignites Tokyo & Fuji Speedway Events
Legendary manga Initial D is celebrating its 30th anniversary in full throttle—from Tokyo’s Shibuya Station to the iconic Fuji Speedway. Initial D 30th Anniversary Advertisement at Shibuya Station Tokyo’s underground at Shibuya Station is celebrating Initial D. From June 9–15, 2025, a massive 22‑meter ad wraps the Dogenzaka Happy Board. Seven major Japanese automakers—Suzuki, Subaru, Toyota, Nissan, Honda,…
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Initial D 30th Anniversary Advertisement at Shibuya Station
Tokyo’s streets are buzzing this week with a massive tribute to a Japanese racing manga legend. From June 9 to June 15, a 22‑metre‑long banner celebrating the 30th anniversary of Initial D is now live at Shibuya Station, on the Tokyu Den-en-toshi Line. It’s hard to miss—right outside the B1F ticket gate near Exit A0/A1 on the Dogenzaka Happy…
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Polaroid Brings Its First Pop-Up Store to Japan at Shibuya PARCO
Polaroid, the pioneer of instant photography, is launching its first-ever pop-up store in Japan. From June 13 to 25, 2025, visitors can experience “THE POLAROID ANALOG EXPERIENCE” at Shibuya PARCO’s 1st-floor pop-up space. Discover the World of Polaroid This immersive event centres around the newly released Polaroid Flip, which debuted in Japan in May. Attendees…
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Nintendo Switch 2 Will Launch June 5
Japan’s long-awaited follow-up to the Switch is finally here! On June 5, 2025, Nintendo will officially release the Switch 2, and the launch in Tokyo sparked long queues at stores—making it a major event for gamers across the city. What’s New in Hardware 7.9″ LCD touchscreen with full 1080p resolution in handheld mode and 4K output when docked.…
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Meguro River Sakura Illumination 2025
From March 19 to April 13, the Gotanda Fureai Mizube Hiroba will host the “Meguro River Sakura Light-Up 2025 Gotanda YOZAKURA”. This event illuminates the cherry blossoms along the Meguro River, renowned for its picturesque Sakura-lined banks. This year, the light-up extends its scale, introducing three daily colour light-up performances at 6:00 PM, 7:00 PM,…
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Gotenyama Sakura Festival 2025
As spring graces Tokyo, the city awakens with the ethereal beauty of cherry blossoms, symbolizing renewal and the fleeting nature of life. Among the myriad Sakura celebrations, the Gotenyama Sakura Festival 2025 stands out, intertwining centuries-old traditions with contemporary festivities. A Glimpse into Gotenyama’s Floral Legacy Nestled in Tokyo’s Shinagawa district, Gotenyama has been synonymous…
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Miffy’s 70th Anniversary Exhibition at Matsuya Ginza in Tokyo
In 2025, the beloved character Miffy, known as “うさこちゃん” (Usako-chan) in Japan, celebrates her 70th anniversary. Created in 1955 by Dutch artist and graphic designer Dick Bruna, Miffy has captured the hearts of fans worldwide with her simple yet expressive design and heartwarming stories. To commemorate this milestone, a special exhibition, “Miffy 70th Anniversary Exhibition,”…
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LEGO® Announces Mario Kart Collaboration
LEGO has unveiled its latest collaboration with Nintendo: the Mario Kart™ – Mario & Standard Kart set. This 1,972-piece model features a posable Mario figure with movable head and arms, seated in his iconic Standard Kart. Measuring 12.5 inches in length and 8.5 inches in height, the set captures the essence of the beloved Mario…
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Discover the “School Life of the Peanuts Gang” at Snoopy Museum Tokyo
Snoopy Museum Tokyo, located in Machida, is currently hosting a delightful exhibition titled “School Life of the Peanuts Gang”, running from March 8 to August 31, 2025. This exhibition offers a nostalgic journey through the everyday school experiences of Charlie Brown, Sally, Snoopy, and their friends. What to Expect The exhibition features 45 original Peanuts…