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- I can’t handle how cute these onigiri are! Created by the same illustrator who came up with Sumikko Gurashi, they’re available at the Norionigiriya pop-up shop in Tokyo for a short time, along with exclusive merch. SoraNews24 didn’t think the taste was worth the long queues but they’re so adorable I don’t think I would care.
- Sanrio Virtual Festival 2025 is back from February 9th to March 9th and you can watch online through their Youtube channel.
- Tokyo Weekender have a couple of articles worth a read: Where To Shop for Japanese Stationery in Tokyo and The Rise of Japanese Konbini.
- Samantha Thavasa have a very cute collection of bags & accessories to celebrate My Melody’s 50th anniversary. Only in Japan but you can use a forwarding service.
- If you missed fukubukuro lucky bag season, SoraNews24 and lots of Youtubers have been sharing what’s inside the ones they picked up this year, including top kawaii brands & character and some very weird ones.
- The fourth round of Cardcaptor Sakura x Sanrio plush has been announced and features both Cinnamoroll & Pompompurin in keychain size. They’re only available in arcade games in Japan but you might be able to find them on eBay.
- ARTBOX have a special ticket offer for Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon: The Super Live show coming to London very soon. Use the code SMARTBOX for £10 off a standing ticket, £25 off a seated ticket or £45 off VIP tickets. It’s been touring other countries too so have a search for yours.
- Giveaway! Win a special year of the snake potato plushie from Noodoll. Open worldwide, closes 4th Feb.
Hello Kitty Island Adventure is coming to Nintendo Switch soon and the Launch Trailer makes it look very cute and fun, in an Animal Crossing way.
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