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VCM Vintage Market Vol.7: Tokyo’s Premier Vintage Festival Returns in November
Tokyo’s vintage enthusiasts have a major event to look forward to this fall. The VCM Vintage Market Vol. 7 is set to take place on November 2–3, 2025, at Pacifico Yokohama Exhibition Hall C. This marks the seventh edition of… Read more
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Helsinki-Based Cafe CAFE AALTO Opens Its First Official Overseas Branch in Tokyo, Offering Finnish Interiors and Tableware
A popular Helsinki cafe, CAFE AALTO, has opened its first Tokyo outpost inside Spiral Garden on the 4th floor of the Shin-Marunouchi Building on August 29, 2025. The menu mixes simple Nordic favourites — think salmon soup and cinnamon rolls… Read more
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IKEA to Close Its Harajuku and Shinjuku City Stores
IKEA Japan announced on August 29 that it will close the Harajuku and Shinjuku city stores in early 2026. The company says this is part of a “business optimisation” for the greater Tokyo area, with IKEA Shibuya designated as the… Read more
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Kaneko Optical Collaborates With Globe-Trotter to Release A Travel-Grade Eyewear Storage
Kaneko Optical (金子眼鏡) has teamed up with British luggage maker Globe-Trotter on a new eyewear collection box. The box uses Globe-Trotter’s signature Vulcan fibreboard — a layered, vulcanised paper material known for its light weight and old-school craft feel. It… Read more
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Karimoku × NUNO — “Yarn and Fabric Making” opens at Karimoku Commons Tokyo
Karimoku and textile studio NUNO open a new exhibition at Karimoku Commons Tokyo. The show runs September 6 – October 11, 2025 and is free to enter. The exhibition traces how raw materials become yarn and then cloth. You’ll see… Read more
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Jacques Marie Mage Opens First Japan Flagship Gallery in Omotesandō
Jacques Marie Mage (JMM), the Los Angeles-based luxury eyewear brand founded in 2014 by French designer Jérôme Mage, has officially opened its first gallery in Japan. Located in Tokyo’s upscale Omotesandō district, the three-story space brings the brand’s global vision… Read more
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Nissan Says Goodbye to The iconic R35 GT-R
Nissan has marked the end of an era. On August 26, 2025, the company celebrated the final production run of the R35 GT-R — the high-performance icon that has been a headline maker for Japanese car fans for nearly two… Read more
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Starbucks’ Chilled Cup “Kyoto Matcha Latte” Is Back with An Increased Amount of Matcha for A Deeper, Richer Flavor
Starbucks Coffee Japan will relaunch its chilled cup “Kyoto Matcha Latte” on Tuesday, September 2, 2025. Starbucks Chilled Cup “Kyoto Matcha Latte” Returns with a New Look September 2025 marks the 20th anniversary of Starbucks’ chilled cup series in Japan.… Read more
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McDonald’s Japan Unveils ‘Tsukimi’ Menu with 8 New Items for a Limited Time
McDonald’s Japan is rolling out a rich and fun “Tsukimi” (moon-viewing) menu that blends tradition with bold new flavours—starting September 3, 2025—just in time for the cosy autumn season. The menu includes eight delightful items, five of which are totally… Read more
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Tokyo’s Starbucks Brings Back the Irresistible Chocolate Mousse Latte This Fall
A beloved favourite is making a comeback at Tokyo Starbucks this fall. The Chocolate Mousse Latte, first introduced in autumn 2023 and a big hit again in 2024, returns starting September 3, 2025 — but only for a limited time.… Read more
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Autumn in a Cup: Starbucks Japan’s New Hojicha “Roasted Sweet Potato Mousse Tea Latte” Debuts in Tokyo
Starting September 3, 2025, Starbucks Japan will introduce a limited-time fall drink that combines comforting flavours in a fun, dessert-like latte. The “Hojicha Roasted Sweet Potato Mousse Tea Latte” blends hojicha (roasted green tea) and creamy milk with a smooth… Read more
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Tokyo DisneySea’s 25th Anniversary “Sparkling Jubilee” Lights Up from April 2026
Tokyo DisneySea will mark its 25th anniversary with an epic celebration called the “Sparkling Jubilee.” The event runs from April 15, 2026, to March 31, 2027, inviting visitors to experience a year of dazzling sea-themed attractions and shows. What to… Read more
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KFC Japan Launches “Melty Tsukimi” Egg Burgers with Triple-Egg Treat
As autumn approaches, KFC Japan is celebrating the beloved Tsukimi (moon-viewing) season with a brand-new “Melty Tsukimi” (とろ～り月見) menu. This exciting release brings egg lovers five tasty treats starting August 27, 2025, with a special early preview available from August… Read more
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Japan to Tighten Rules for Business Manager Visas From October
Japan is set to implement stricter requirements for its “Business Manager” visa, effective October 2025. The new regulations aim to ensure that foreign entrepreneurs contribute meaningfully to the Japanese economy and do not use the visa as a loophole for… Read more
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Tokyo Unveils AI-Generated Video Simulating Mount Fuji Eruption
In an innovative move to enhance disaster awareness, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government has released a striking AI-generated video depicting a potential eruption of Mount Fuji and its impact on the capital. This marks the first time AI technology has been… Read more
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Tokyo Endures Record-Breaking Heatwave: 10 Consecutive Days Above 35°C
Tokyo has just experienced its most intense heatwave on record, with temperatures soaring above 35°C for 10 consecutive days. This unprecedented streak, confirmed by the Japan Meteorological Agency, is the first of its kind since records began in 1875. The… Read more
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Japan Post Halts Shipments of Certain Packages to the U.S. Amid New Tariffs
Japan Post has announced a temporary suspension of certain mail services to the United States, effective August 27, 2025. This decision follows the U.S. government’s termination of the “de minimis” exemption, which previously allowed low-value packages to enter the U.S.… Read more
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Discover Haroshi’s “ABACO” Exhibition at Nanzuka Underground
Tokyo’s vibrant art scene welcomes a new exhibition by renowned artist Haroshi. Titled “ABACO,” this solo show opens on September 12, 2025, at Nanzuka Underground in Harajuku. It marks Haroshi’s third solo exhibition at the gallery, following “GUZO” (2017) and… Read more
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Japan’s Surname Crisis: Will ‘Sato’ Become the Only Name by 2531?
In a future Japan, a surprising scenario is unfolding: everyone might share the same surname—”Sato” (佐藤). This projection stems from Japan’s unique marriage law, which mandates that married couples adopt a single surname, typically the husband’s. Currently, “Sato” is the… Read more
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Celebrate 75 Years of Peanuts at the Snoopy Museum Tokyo
This fall, immerse yourself in the world of Peanuts at the Snoopy Museum Tokyo’s special exhibition, Snoopy: A Dog Who Became a Friend Around the World. Opening on September 6, 2025, this exhibition marks the 75th anniversary of Charles M.… Read more