First key visual for the TV anime Kakunaru Ue wa unveiled‼
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The first key visual for the TV anime Kakunaru Ue wa was unveiled at AnimeJapan 2026. Main cast members Ayumu Murase and Sayumi Suzushiro appeared on stage and spoke about their feelings for the series. Exhibits, merchandise sales, and promotional giveaways are available at the venue, and Volume 7 of the original manga is scheduled for release on April 28.
To celebrate the opening of shu uemura’s pop-up event shu sento, the globally popular dance group Avantgardey delivered a dance performance!
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shu uemura is holding its shu sento pop-up event, which transforms its Omotesando flagship store into a public bathhouse, through April 2. Dance group Avantgardey appeared on opening day and gave an energetic performance. The venue also offers base makeup experiences, advance access to event-exclusive experiences, and purchase bonuses.
A practical 一-volume book that combines a travel guide and textbook! Let’s Learn by Walking! Seoul Studies: From Travel to Study Abroad released today
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The guidebook Let’s Learn by Walking! Seoul Studies: From Travel to Study Abroad, which redefines Seoul and its surrounding areas as a “fountain of learning,” was released today. It explains Seoul’s many layers from diverse perspectives, including history, society, culture, and literature. Each chapter concludes with inquiry topics and recommended reading, making the book a resource for a wide range of readers, from tourists to students studying abroad.
[Drink Juyondai for 3 days in a row!] Year-end mega appreciation festival: Juyondai Day to be held for 3 consecutive days! | March 29-Sunday to March 31-Tuesday at Sake Brewery at Cost
In the age of AI, what did readers really want to know? The urgency of “judgment” revealed by the results of 23 releases in March（Organizational Behavior Science®）
English edition 「Music Sets You Free」（translated by Sam Bett）, bringing together Ryuichi Sakamoto's autobiographies 「音楽は自由にする」 and 「ぼくはあと何回、満月を見るだろう」 in one volume, set for publication in September 2026!
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The English edition of Ryuichi Sakamoto's autobiographies 「音楽は自由にする」 and 「ぼくはあと何回、満月を見るだろう」, combined in 1 volume as 「Music Sets You Free」, will be published on September 22, 2026. The translation is by Japanese literature translator Sam Bett. HarperVia will publish the U.S. edition, and William Collins the U.K. edition. The book will include a newly written piece by Masafumi Suzuki at the end.
【Sado × Kodo】Full details announced for Earth Celebration 2026! First-ever invitation of a Mongolian artist, plus limited-edition collaboration goods with CHUMS to be offered as a premium-area perk for the first time
【New product／departing from and arriving at Kagoshima Airport】Now selling 「スカイステイション 神戸・大阪・京都」 with Skymark! Prices start at 17,800 yen♪ A coupon sale for Kobe trips is underway through Skymark's official dynamic package 「たす旅」♪
Live screening confirmed for the final performance of Takarazuka Revue Flower Troupe's Tokyo Takarazuka Theater production 「蒼月抄（そうげつしょう）」 and 「EL DESEO（エル・デセーオ）」!
【Hokuriku driving trip】Accommodation plan includes a gasoline voucher or a 2,000-yen voucher for use on-site, plus 「加賀 湯めぐり街あるき帖」, a gourmet hot-spring ticket worth up to 3,200 yen＜April 1–July 17＞
Taking on disparities in access to educational experiences and bringing STEAM education to every child. NPO Pendemy launches full-scale recruitment of support volunteers
【Making home EV charging more accessible!!】Jigowatts launches a new plan to install its 「Ella」 standard EV charger for 121,000 yen（before tax）, including the unit and installation
【Katagami, Akita Prefecture】Popular professional mahjong player Rio Tojo and long-established brewery Kodama Jozo team up for the first time; limited-label junmai ginjo 「澄月」 joins hometown tax gifts
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Popular professional mahjong player Rio Tojo, from Katagami, Akita Prefecture, has teamed up with long-established brewery Kodama Jozo to release a special-label version of its junmai ginjo 「澄月」. Tojo visited the brewery and sampled the sake before choosing the bottle. The label features a design inspired by the 「一筒」 mahjong tile. Reservations open March 28 for the sake as a hometown tax donation gift from Katagami.
Practical guide serving as a reference for the 「高齢者等終身サポート事業」 goes on sale March 28（Publisher: 日本法令）
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「高齢者等終身サポート事業 実務ハンドブック」, written by judicial scrivener Keisuke Saito and administrative scrivener Takuya Takahashi of the Best Firm Group, will be published by 日本法令 on March 28. It comprehensively explains practical processes for supporting older people without family, including identity guarantees and voluntary guardianship. The book presents appropriate operating methods in line with guidelines and is aimed at prospective business operators and professionals.
Development confirmed for a new game in the 「楽園追放 –Expelled from Paradise-」 franchise
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Toei Animation announced that a new game based on the world of 「楽園追放 -Expelled from Paradise-」 is in development. The game will feature a completely original story and is planned as part of a cross-media project connected to the film 「楽園追放 心のレゾナンス」, scheduled for release on November 13, 2026. The game is scheduled for release in winter 2026.
A next-generation rice cooker pot debuts: a new addition to the Zero Frying Pan series. Early release of a pot that brings out the best in rice!
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Shinyo Trading Co., Ltd. began presales of the Zero Carbon Pot, a rice cooker pot made by shaping carbon with new technology, from its interior brand tobest cooker on the Makuake crowdfunding service on March 28, 2026. Its high thermal conductivity and far-infrared effect cook rice until it is fluffy. The pot can also be used for boiling, steaming and grilling, and works with all heat sources.
New product / Departing from and arriving at Kobe Airport: Travel with Skymark! Sales begin for “Sky Station Miyakojima,” with prices starting at 25,800 yen♪ The official Skymark dynamic package “Tasutabi” is holding a coupon sale for travel to and from Kobe Airport♪
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Skypack Tours has begun selling “Sky Station Miyakojima,” a fixed-price Miyakojima travel package using Skymark, departing from and arriving at Kobe Airport. The travel period runs from March 29 to October 24, 2026, with special prices starting at 25,800 yen. A coupon campaign is also underway for the “Tasutabi” dynamic package for travel to and from Kobe Airport.
Okinawa Suntory Arena: Its journey since opening and what lies ahead
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Since opening on March 28, 2021, Okinawa Suntory Arena has welcomed more than 2 million visitors for sporting events, music performances and international events. Okinawa Arena Co., Ltd. has sought to create a “community-oriented arena” that emphasizes collaboration with local businesses and residents. Going forward, it will further strengthen ties with tourism and local industries, expanding its role in helping revitalize the regional economy as a whole.
“Sakura Otoya” in Kyoto on Saturday, April 4: Singer Aoi Teshima and pianist Gozza to perform. “I hope we can sparkle along with the illuminations,” they say.
Solving the problem of “knowing English but being unable to speak it”: QQEnglish to hold free online seminar on mastering a UK-developed method for training the brain to think in English
A seasonal kaiseki meal featuring springtime sakuradai and fresh tuna, a specialty of Nanki. Enjoy flavors of Nanki available only at this time of year and in this place! The cherry blossoms are coming into full bloom at Shingu Castle, overlooking the Kumano River.
Bringing community well-being to life through “AI × amusement”! FIT-EASY Nakamura Iwatsuka opens as the 2nd location in Nagoya’s Nakamura Ward!
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Fit-Easy Inc. held a soft opening for FIT-EASY Nakamura Iwatsuka, a 24-hour amusement fitness club, on March 28, 2026. The club is equipped with facilities including an AI-powered health management app and a sauna. Its grand opening is scheduled for April 28, and a membership campaign is being held during this period.
What does Adam Yuki Beiku of ZEEKSTAR TOKYO do in his downtime? Exploring Asakusa and a seriously focused search for a partner: “An Athlete’s Day Off” airs on CS channel Nittele G+ at 21:00 on Sunday, March 29, 2026!
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CS channel Nittele G+ will air “An Athlete’s Day Off,” a behind-the-scenes program featuring handball player Adam Yuki Beiku of ZEEKSTAR TOKYO, on March 29, 2026. The program will show his private life away from competition, including a stroll through Asakusa and a search for houseplants, one of his hobbies.
Concert tour celebrating the 30th anniversary of gagaku musician Hideki Togi’s debut: Hideki Togi 30th Anniversary Tour ~Eternity and Innovation: TOGISM~ announced!
A space opens in Harajuku where visitors can experience the appeal of one-of-a-kind remade clothing!
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NEAR Harajuku, the flagship store of vintage remake brand LOWRUNDER, opened in Jingumae, Shibuya, on March 15. The store includes an atelier and offers immediate hemming and customization. It sells one-of-a-kind unisex pieces upcycled from secondhand clothing, presenting a connection between past and future through clothing.
A campground becomes a “place of learning”: Corporate training monitor tour using LEGO® bricks held at Kamiwarizaki Campground in Minamisanriku
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A corporate training monitor tour using LEGO bricks was held at Kamiwarizaki Campground in Minamisanriku, Miyagi Prefecture. The workshop used the dialogue method LEGO Serious Play to build a vision of an ideal organization that transcends organizational boundaries. The program also included activities to encourage communication around a campfire and BBQ, as well as interaction with local producers, exploring new possibilities for the campground as a “hub for learning and relaxation.”
Opening July 15, 2026: A tranquil resort nestled on a hill in Onna Village, Okinawa, between sky and forest♪ Sales begin for BLISSTIA SUITES & RESORT Onna Village, Okinawa, through Skymark’s official dynamic package Tasutabi
Crowdfunding for the “P.A.WORKS Original Animation Film Festival in Hokuriku,” scheduled for March 2027, to launch April 10!
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Anime studio P.A.WORKS will launch a crowdfunding campaign on April 10 to support a film festival scheduled for March 2027 in Johana, Nanto, Toyama Prefecture, where the company was founded. The festival will hold a special screening bringing together 5 of the studio’s past original theatrical works. S-seat tickets will be available exclusively through the crowdfunding campaign.
Surgeon Yuckey, born in 1951, fulfilled a dream he had held since age 18, debuting on April 3, 2026, with the digital single “Daisan Keihin.” The invigorating rock number interweaves memories of his youth with who he is today. Drawing on his experience facing life and death in the medical field, he shares the message that “it’s never too late to take on a challenge.”
The candy 一粒万栄飴（いちりゅうまんえいあめ）, made with wishes for good fortune and prosperity, is now on sale to popular acclaim from 群栄化学工業㈱ in Gunma Prefecture. A refreshing new flavor, 檸檬はっか飴, has also joined the lineup!
[New product / Departing from and arriving at New Chitose Airport] Sales begin for SkyMark’s “Sky Station Tokyo/Ibaraki”! Great-value prices starting at 23,800 yen♪ The official SkyMark dynamic package “たす旅” is holding a coupon sale for trips to Kobe.
Following the strong reception for its 1st-anniversary lucky bags, cardéria™ Ikebukuro store is offering a limited number of Pokémon card lucky bags for 30,000 yen.
[ABEMA] K-pop 5th-generation rookies NOWZ take on Japanese variety TV for the first time! Siyoon: “I want to become a world-famous artist and have a major influence” [Member questionnaire project running for 5 consecutive days]
More broadcast details revealed for TV anime『一畳間まんきつ暮らし！』! Streaming information unveiled! Details announced for the social media campaign at AnimeJapan 2026!
Harada Itsuki and Tsukishiro Kasumi named grand-prize winners of one of Japan’s largest campus contests, which selects the best from 5,000 contestants! Former Hinatazaka46 member Ayaka Takamoto, Kuro-chan and Junichi Tosaka give heartfelt advice on the winners’ concerns!
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Themiss Inc. held the awards ceremony for “CAMPUS BOYS 2026” and “CAMPUS GIRLS 2026,” one of Japan’s largest campus contests, on March 27, 2026. From approximately 5,000 applicants, Itsuki Harada (men’s division) and Kasumi Tsukishiro (women’s division) were selected as grand-prize winners. Ayaka Takamoto, Kuro-chan and Junichi Tosaka appeared as guests.
The dance event “JAZZFUNK BOX,” which grows in scale year after year thanks to dancers’ dazzling performances on stage, will be held at Culttz Kawasaki on Saturday, November 28, 2026!