Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Japan will release an adorable doughnut just in time to celebrate the Year of the Rat in 2020. The doughnut is limited to Krispy Kreme Doughnuts JR Nagoya Takashimaya branch and will be sold from December 26 for a limited time.
The Krispy Kreme Premium Mouse doughnut is part of KKD JR Nagoya Takashiyama branch’s Premium series, which creates premium quality doughnuts of cake-like quality that are not sold elsewhere. Each doughnut is decorated carefully instore luxuriously with fluffy whipped cream and other deluxe ingredients.
The Krispy Kreme Premium Mouse is a pudding-flavoured chocolate doughnut covered in yellow butter crunch. A cute mouse made from fluffy whipped cream peaks through the doughnut hole with bitter chocolate for the face and ears. The doughnut hole contains the perfect filling for a whipped cream mouse: cream cheese. Bathing happily in delicious cream cheese, the mouse is seen tucking in to an irresistible cheesy snack made from cheddar cheese.
This mouse is just too adorable to eat.
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Krispy Kreme Premium Mouse
Release Period: December 26, 2019 ー Mid January 2020 (Subject to Change)
Price: ¥300 (Before Tax)
Krispy Kreme Doughnuts JR Nagoya Takashiyama
Address: JR Nagoya Takashiyama Floor 1 Kita Block, 1-1-4, Meieki, Nakamura Ward, Nagoya, Aichi
Opening Hours: 10:00 ー 20:00
Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Japan Official Website: https://krispykreme.jp/
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Häagen-Dazs Japan released two new mini cup flavours of ice cream on December 10 which will be available for a limited time only: the "Strawberry Brownie Parfait" and "Fondant au Chocolate."
The strawberry and brownie parfait ice cream is a mix of rich vanilla custard ice cream and chocolate brownie finished with a glaze of sweet and sour strawberry sauce. Enjoy a combination of three different flavours and textures.「 The "Fondant au chocolat" is a crispy sandwich filled with rich dark chocolate ice cream and chocolate sauce. It's sold in packaging that looks like a high-quality gift box. If you're in Japan for the winter then be sure to pick up these two holiday season delights! Information
Häagen-Dazs Mini Cup Strawberry Brownie Parfait (Limited Edition)
Price: ¥295 (Before Tax)
Release Date: December 10, 2019
Available: At supermarkets, convenience stores, department stores and elsewhere across Japan
Product Page: https://www.haagen-dazs.co.jp/strawberry_brownie_parfait/
Häagen-Dazs Mini Cup Fondant Au Chocolat (Limited Edition)
Price: ¥295 (Before Tax)
Release Date: December 10, 2019
Available: At supermarkets, convenience stores, department stores and elsewhere across Japan
Product Page: https://www.haagen-dazs.co.jp/fondant_au_chocolat_2019/
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GODIVA Japan released two new chocolate products at the Daimaru Kyoto branch of ATELIER de GODIVA, a chocolate shop which combines GODIVA's skilful craftsmanship with chocolate artistry. Named "ATELIER Christmas Showpiece Santa Claus" and "ATELIER Christmas Showpiece Snowman," the two chocolate artworks were released on Wednesday and are available until December 25.
Each and every one of these chocolate sculptures are handmade in-store by the shop's chefs. They are exclusive to ATELIER de GODIVA Daimaru Kyoto and the perfect Christmas treat to adorn any Christmas party this holiday season. These cute Christmas-exclusives not only taste delicious, but are fun to look at. Santa is sat in a chimney ready to deliver the presents while the snowman is sat next to a Christmas tree looking warm with its scarf. Both of these are limited in stock and won't be available ever again after they sell out, so don't miss out. Information
ATELIER Christmas Showpieces
Running: December 11, 2019 – December 25, 2019
Price: ¥1,500 Each (Before Tax) *Takeout only
Available: ATELIER de GODIVA Daimaru Kyoto (Daimaru Kyoto B1F, 79 Tachiuri Nishimachi, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture)
Opening Hours: 10:00-20:00
GODIVA Japan Official Website: https://www.godiva.co.jp
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Tokyo Station's GRANSTA and GRANSTA Marunouchi shopping complexes are holding a New Year's from December 26, 2019 to January 5, 2019 where sweets and souvenirs will be sold to beckon the new year. The items are based on the Year of the Rat in the Chinese zodiac for 2020.
Sweets and Souvenirs
Baked New Year 2020 (Contains 5) - ¥1,600 @ Fairycake Fair (Available from December 26)
Tuck into these adorable baked cookies with various celebratory designs including rats, flowers and the year 2020. They are egg flavoured and are made with caramel to create a taste similar to Japanese purin (a type of custard pudding).High Grade Fresh Japanese Confection Assortment (Contains 6) - ¥1,848 @ Ginza Kanra (Available Mid-December to Mid-January)
Ginza Kanra's assortment of fancy confections are so pretty they almost seem a waste to eat, each with a variety of motifs such as a rat as well as "Gin no Suzu"ーa silver bell inside Tokyo Station that's famous as a meeting spot.Ginza Kikunoya Fukiyose Kaiune Shikan (200g) - ¥1,998 @ Jimbocho Ichi no Ichi (Now on sale until all sell out)
This tin of assorted small sweets includes around 30 types of baked wheat bran treats and more. There's plenty to keep you going through the New Year celebrations.Left: Eto Kokeshi Rat - ¥2,090 / Right: Mame Kokeshi Rat - ¥880 @ SHARED TOKYO (Now on sale)
Available in limited quantities only, these cute rat kokeshi dolls would look good even as decorations in small spaces. Their red and white colours add to the festive vibe as these are celebratory colours in Japan.New Year's Card Shrimp Senbei Rice Crackers (Contains 11) - ¥1,080 @ Keishindo (Now on sale until all sell out)
Forget regular Christmas cards, hand someone one of these rice crackers instead which feature messages like "Here's to another great year" in Japanese as well as other New Year motifs.Osechi and New Year's Bento
Houjou - ¥8,000 @ Asakusa Imahan (Available January 1 only)
Osechi is food prepared for the New Year in Japan, and this bountiful harvest includes Asakusa Imahan's famous wagyu black beef, red rice, rice with minced sea bream, and more. These are limited to 10 sets only.Osechi Shoufuku Suzen - ¥1,800 @Sasahachi (Available January 1-3)
Another delicious mix of osechi like fish wrapped in kombu seaweed, hand-rolled sushi, and more—all of which goes down best with a cup of sake. Limited to 20 servings per day. This is just a peek into what's available this New Year at Tokyo Station, so if you're using the station this year, be sure to stop by. *All listed prices include taxInformation
New Year’s Fair
Running: December 26, 2019 – January 5, 2020
TOKYO STATION GUIDE Official Website: https://www.tokyoinfo.com/
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From February 11 to February 26, an exhibition inspired by the popular rock band CreepHyp will be held at the PARCO GALLERY on the 6th floor of the Nagoya PARCO West Building. The event is being held to celebrate the 10th anniversary of CreepHyp. The exhibition is themed around a ‘Museum of Voices.’
A person’s voice is said to be a true expression of their personality. This exhibition will give fans a new sense of what CreepHyp is and will feature their music, their MC content, and various radio appearances.
Visitors will be able to listen to the member’s voices, but they’ll also be able to step on them, dive into them, look at them, and experience plenty of other ways to enjoy the band’s content. Completely immersed in this world of voices, this experience promises to be like no other. Come experience it while you can!
The exhibition was largely created by CHOCOLATE, the creative team behind CreepHyp’s past exhibitions. Exclusive merchandise will also be available on-site.
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Let Creephyp’s Music Rain Down on You like a Shower Exhibition
Running: February 11 – February 26 (15 days) *Closed on February 15
Venue: Nagoya PARCO West Building 6F, PARCO GALLERY
Tickets: https://eplus.jp/creephyp_exhibition/
*Pre-sale ticket lottery begins on January 21 at noon
Details: https://art.parco.jp/parcogallery/detail/?id=1151 -
The historic Nagoya Castle will hold a special nighttime viewing event for 14 days only, from November 25 until December 8, 2022. During this period, Honmaru Palace will be open to the public at night, and the Chrysanthemum Corridor inside will be open to visitors for the first time. The Ninomaru Garden will also be illuminated and will transport guests to a different place and time by showing a space only possible during dark hours. Inspired by the relationship between light and shadow, this event focuses on changes that occur over time and the creation and emergence of new ideas and things. Honmaru Palace, Typically Closed to the Public, to be Open at NightNagoya Castle’s Honmaru Palace was completed in 1615 and served as the primary residence of the Lord of the Owari Domain and as the Domain’s government office. The interior of the palace was lavishly decorated with paintings and other art pieces and was praised as a masterpiece. Sadly, it was destroyed by an air raid in 1945. Restoration work began in 2009 and was completed in 2018 with unparalleled accuracy. The Honmaru Palace gives off a completely different aura at night.
First Public Viewing of the Jodan-no-ma in the Joraku-den
The Joraku-den was added to Nagoya Castle to accommodate the third Shogun, Iemitsu, on his way to Kyoto. It is the most luxurious of all the Honmaru Palace buildings, and this event marks the first time that the Chrysanthemum Corridor on the north side will be open to the public. Visitors are welcome to admire the golden-blue paintings as they stroll through the historic site.See Spectacular Paintings when Entering the Tsugi-no-ma Room
During this period, visitors can enter the Tsugi-no-ma room to view classical period paintings, giving a more clear idea of how people acted and dressed during this time in history.[Ninomaru Garden Special Viewing]
~Witness a Never-Before-Seen Feudal Lord's Garden through a Spacial Presentation~Scenography for this unique show was provided by the creative label PERIMETRON. In order to show another side of the Ninomaru Garden at night, the company focused on light’s characteristics, from reflection and transmission to refraction and absorption. Light and shadow intertwine in various ways, and guests will be transfixed by this curious showing.Information
Nagoya Castle: Autumn Night Special Viewing ~KEI~
Running: November 25 – December 8, 2022
Viewing Hours: 9:00-19:30 (Gates close at 20:00)
Official Site: https://www.nagoyajo-kei.jp/
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Creative company NAKED is currently holding the NAKED FLOWER TOWER AUTUMN event at the Chubu Electric Power Company MIRAI TOWER Sky Deck in Nagoya until December 2, 2022.
The historic MIRAI TOWER, formerly the Nagoya TV Tower, opened in 1954. On October 12, 2022, the tower was registered as a tangible cultural property, and many companies have collaborated with the structure over the years. Now, NAKED’s digital art is creating a new night experience for visitors and residents of Nagoya! The NAKED FLOWER TOWER event which began this summer invited guests to enjoy Nagoya’s evening views with all five senses. The tower’s Sky Deck was decorated with fresh flowers, given that Aichi Prefecture is the nation’s largest flower producer. It was also brought to life with a special projection mapping performance, and guests could enjoy original drinks as they gazed out at the illuminated city. This event has now been reimagined for autumn, with fall flowers and grasses brightening the space. During the projection mapping show, a massive full moon is projected on the glass. You won’t want to miss it! Information
NAKED FLOWER TOWER AUTUMN
Running until December 2, 2022Venue:
Chubu Electric Power MIRAI TOWER (formerly the Nagoya TV Tower)
Sky Deck 90m Indoor Observation DeckOfficial Site: https://www.nagoya-tv-tower.co.jp/nakedinc/
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The #KuromifyTheWorld campaign is already one year old! Created to share the adorable Sanrio character Kuromi with the world, fans will be invited to celebrate this milestone from October 20 until October 31 with special events in Tokyo, Osaka, and Nagoya. Kuromi’s Drink Stand will be open for a limited time in Tokyo and Osaka. Customers will be invited to choose the color of their drink according to their mood, and will also be able to customize it with tags, acrylic stands, and stickers! An original photo spot will also be set up beside each drink stand, and those wanting to attend can enter the lottery to win tickets now.
Sanrio’s first and largest Kuromi ad truck will also be driving through the streets of Tokyo, Nagoya, and Osaka during the event week. Kuromi will also be teaming up with (G)I-DLE, a popular five-member global idol group from South Korea. Campaigns are planned to appear in Hangzhou, Suzhou, Taiwan, Korea, North America, and Europe. Kuromi ranked in the top three in this year’s Sanrio Character Awards, and her popularity is steadily growing with Gen-Z. Keep an eye out for more Kuromi-inspired events in the future! Information
#KuromifyTheWorld Week
・Kuromi’s Drink Stand:
Running:
Shinjuku, Tokyo: October 20 – October 24, 2022
Shinsaibashi, Osaka: October 29 – October 31, 2022
・#KuromifyTheWorld Ad Truck:
Running:
Tokyo: October 20 – October 24Nagoya: October 26 – October 27
Osaka: October 29 – October 31
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BTS fans will want to head to Nagoya! The TinyTAN Licensed Product Special Exhibition is now open at Nagoya Kintetsu Pass’e until October 2, 2022. Tons of new products inspired by Butter are available at an on-site pop-up shop!
The exhibition opened on September 17, and fans of the BTS song Butter are flocking to the event to snag some adorable new merch. In addition to new interior goods being unveiled for the first time, popular products have been released with entirely new designs. Many other world premiere products will also be available, including the 4 Season Blanket decorated with TinyTAN characters and inspired by spring, summer, fall, and winter. This will be available in limited quantities, so don't miss out! Information
TinyTAN Licensed Product Special Exhibition in Nagoya (DIRECTOR JAPAN)
Venue: Nagoya Kintetsu Pass’e 4F Special Event Space (1-2-2 Meieki, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya)
Running: September 17 – October 2, 2022
Hours: 10:00-20:00
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Matsuzakaya Nagoya will hold an exhibition for the popular manga series Chihayafuru from August 10 until August 29. The manga concluded on August 1 after 15 years of serialization and tells the story of Chihaya, a girl aiming to become the greatest competitive karuta player in Japan. Karuta is a Japanese card game, requiring players to memorize a collection of 100 classical poems in order to play. Generations of readers have been sucked in by the inspiring and romantic tale, and the series has grown to include an anime adaptation and a live-action film. The story has now reached its inevitable climax, and fans are saying farewell to Chihaya, Taichi, and Arata.
Works on Display
Original Exhibition Goods
Daddy Bear Plush / Snow-maru Plush
Maki-e Nail Clippers by Hashimoto Lacquerware
Goshuin-cho (Shrine and Temple Stamp Book) Set
The exhibition will feature over 500 original drawings and will offer a look back at the series as a whole. Guests will also be able to see new drawings made exclusively for the event. In addition to valuable setting materials and research notes, the exhibition will also go behind the scenes, and a video of the elaborate production process and the creator Yuki Suetsugu's thoughts on the work will be shown. If you’re a fan, you shouldn’t miss it! ©末次由紀／講談社Information
Chihayafuru Exhibition
Running: August 10 – August 29, 10:00-18:00
Venue: Matsuzakaya Nagoya 7F, Main Event Hall *Closing at 17:00 on August 29
Details: https://dmdepart.jp/museum/nagoya/chihayafuru/