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Key Takeaways：Zetteria is rolling out a new Pudding Shake on June 3, 2026 for 350 yen, blending vanilla shake with smooth pudding and caramel sauce. It joins the popular Coffee Jelly Shake (320 yen) as a summer dessert pick, available at around 270 stores nationwide. Zetteria Introduces a Drinkable Pudding: The New Pudding Shake Burger-One Co., Ltd. (President: Taishi Kimura, Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo), a subsidiary of Zensho Holdings, operates the hamburger chain Zetteria, which will launch a new dessert shake — the Pudding Shake — on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. Designed to help customers cool down during hot summer days or enjoy a relaxing break, this new dessert shake brings a refreshing experience to the upcoming summer season. What Makes the Pudding Shake Special The newly launched Pudding Shake combines a vanilla-flavored shake with smooth pudding and rich caramel sauce. From the very first sip, you can savor the silky, […]

Key Takeaways：KFC Japan’s second Genshin Impact collab runs June 10–30, 2026, with two limited combo packs (1,080 and 1,410 yen) featuring Alhaitham and Kaveh dinner boxes. Each pack includes exclusive in-game item codes, and buyers are entered to win one of 100 character tapestries or a voice actor autograph set. Pre-orders open June 3 via KFC Net Order only. KFC and Genshin Impact Team Up Again Kentucky Fried Chicken Japan has announced its second collaboration with HoYoverse’s open-world RPG Genshin Impact. The limited-edition Genshin Impact Collab Pack will be available from June 10 (Wed) to June 30 (Tue), 2026, exclusively through KFC Net Order. Pre-orders begin at approximately 2:00 AM on June 3 (Wed) through 11:59 PM on June 9 (Tue). Under its new tagline “Shiawase ni, Gabu.” (“A bite of happiness”), KFC is delivering this delicious and joyful experience by partnering with the globally beloved open-world RPG Genshin Impact.

Key Takeaways：KFC Japan rolls out Sakutto Kenta Series Vol. 2 on June 3, 2026, featuring the new spicy Karauma Zinger and the fan-requested return of Colonel Crunch Potato. Prices start at 290 yen, with combo sets up to 1,800 yen available nationwide in limited quantities. KFC Japan Unveils Sakutto Kenta Series Volume 2 Kentucky Fried Chicken Japan announced the second installment of its Sakutto Kenta series, featuring the new Karauma Zinger (Spicy Zinger) and the highly requested return of Colonel Crunch Potato, available at KFC outlets nationwide from Wednesday, June 3, 2026 in limited quantities. The Anytime, Anywhere, New Style Concept As the boundary between meals and snacks blurs and borderless dining occasions expand, KFC responded to these lifestyle shifts this spring by launching the Sakutto Kenta series under the concept of Anytime, Anywhere, New Style. Designed for snacking, light meals, or adding one more item to your order, the

Key Takeaways：Hama Sushi kicks off Nippon Umaneta Festival Vol. 2 on May 26, 2026, with Sanriku silver salmon and Hokkaido hokke tempura nigiri at just 110 yen each. The campaign also features premium picks like Toyama Bay firefly squid and Funka Bay scallops, plus an X giveaway offering 3,000 yen meal vouchers to 80 winners. Hama Sushi Announces Nippon Umaneta Festival Volume 2 Hama Sushi, the popular conveyor belt sushi chain operated under Zensho Holdings, will launch the Hama Sushi Nippon Umaneta Festival Vol. 2 starting Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at locations nationwide across Japan. This is the second installment of the highly anticipated campaign featuring carefully selected seasonal ingredients from across Japan at affordable prices. The first volume, which launched on May 12 featuring items like Hokkaido-caught vinegared herring, received tremendous customer praise, paving the way for this second installment showcasing premium ingredients from Sanriku, Hokkaido, and Toyama Bay.

Key Takeaways：Hawaiian cafe La・Ohana rolls out two limited-time early-summer treats from May 28, 2026: Fresh Blueberry Hawaiian Pancakes (¥1,380) and a Fresh Blueberry Açaí Bowl (¥1,280), both loaded with juicy fresh blueberries. Available at all locations nationwide, though DiverCity Tokyo Plaza and Zushi Coast charge ¥200 more. A Taste of Hawaii: New Early-Summer Treats Arriving Hawaiian dining & cafe La・Ohana, operated by Skylark Restaurants Co., Ltd., is launching new limited-time menu items from Thursday, May 28, 2026. Featuring large, juicy fresh blueberries paired with Hawaiian flavors, these two new offerings are the perfect early-summer reward for yourself. New Menu Highlights Fresh Blueberry Hawaiian Pancakes Price: ¥1,380 (¥1,518 incl. tax) Fluffy, chewy original pancakes topped with an abundance of fresh blueberries and a mountain of light, airy whipped cream. The burst of fresh blueberries is beautifully enhanced by rich mascarpone sauce and blueberry sauce, creating a gradient of flavors enjoyable down

Key Takeaways：Burger King is opening 8 new locations across Japan between May and June 2026, including its long-awaited return to Niigata after 7 years. The expansion brings the chain to 362 stores nationwide as it pushes toward 600 by the end of 2028. Burger King Returns to Niigata After a 7-Year Absence BK Japan Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President & CEO: Kazuhiro Nomura) will open a total of 8 new restaurants across Kanagawa, Fukuoka, Chiba, Osaka, Niigata, and Ibaraki between May and June 2026. The most notable opening is the return of Burger King® to Niigata Prefecture after 7 years, with the new “Burger King® AEON Mall Niigata Kameda IC” store launching on Thursday, June 11. With these 8 new openings, Burger King® will operate 362 stores nationwide as of June 25, 2026, advancing toward its goal of 600 locations across Japan by the end of 2028. Details of

Key Takeaways：Yumean’s Early Summer Cool Breeze Fair runs May 21 to July 8, 2026, starring a whole live-killed conger eel that overflows the bowl, Sichuan-spiced tantan udon, and the early return of its 117,000-serving pure ice shaved ice. A solid pick if you want seasonal Japanese comfort food without booking a fancy izakaya. Yumean Debuts the Early Summer Cool Breeze Fair Skylark Restaurants’ Japanese restaurant chain Yumean launches the Early Summer Cool Breeze Fair on Thursday, May 21, 2026. The lineup features a hearty whole live-killed conger eel overflowing from its bowl, refreshing lemon dishes, numbingly spicy menus with Sichuan peppercorn, and Yumean’s signature pure ice shaved ice. Fair Overview Locations: All Yumean restaurants (availability and pricing may vary by store) Period: Thursday, May 21 – Wednesday, July 8, 2026 Notes: 10% late-night surcharge after 10 PM; limited items sold while supplies last Highlight 1: Whole Live-Killed Conger Eel Overflowing

Key Takeaways：Zetteria kicks off its Asian Burger Fair on May 27, 2026, with three new limited-time items: an Asian Garlic Shrimp Beef Burger and Asian Garlic Shrimp Burger (both 590 yen), plus a Sweet Chili Chicken Burger (520 yen). Available at 269 stores until mid-June while supplies last. Zetteria Hosts Early Summer Asian Burger Fair Burger One Co., Ltd. (President: Taishi Kimura, Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo), operator of the hamburger chain Zetteria, will hold a limited-time Asian Burger Fair starting Wednesday, May 27, 2026. The fair introduces three new burger items featuring Asian-inspired flavors perfect for the early summer season. Three New Burger Highlights Asian Garlic Shrimp Beef Burger (590 yen) The fair’s headline item features the innovative combination of shrimp and beef. A 100% beef patty is paired with two crispy popcorn shrimp, special garlic shrimp sauce, lettuce, sliced tomato, and mayonnaise, all sandwiched in a soft, smooth bun. The

Key Takeaways：From May 21 to June 10, 2026, Gusto is running a ‘26% OFF Popular Menu Coupon Fest’ on 20 items, including returning cold noodles, iron-plate hamburg, and new pure-ice shaved ice flavors. Coupons are available via the Skylark App, LINE, X, Instagram, and SmartNews, so it’s easy to save on a summer family meal. Gusto Launches ‘26% OFF Popular Menu Coupon Fest’ for a Limited Time Gusto, the family restaurant chain operated by Skylark Restaurants Co., Ltd. (a Skylark Holdings company), will roll out the ‘26% OFF Popular Menu Coupon Fest’ from Thursday, May 21, 2026. To match the early summer heat, the brand will also bring back its popular pure-ice shaved ice and cold noodle lineups. Campaign Overview Period: Thursday, May 21, 2026 – Wednesday, June 10, 2026 Locations: All Gusto restaurants nationwide Eligible Items: 20 popular menu items at 26% OFF Coupon Channels: Skylark App / Gusto

Key Takeaways：La·Ohana, Skylark’s Hawaiian dining cafe, refreshes its Weekday Special menu on May 21, 2026, offering 17 main dishes with a drink from 1,490 yen. Available weekdays until 17:00 at four locations, it’s an affordable way to enjoy Loco Moco, garlic shrimp, and other Hawaiian classics. Skylark’s Hawaiian Restaurant La·Ohana Refreshes Weekday Lunch Sets La·Ohana, a Hawaiian dining cafe operated by Skylark Restaurants Co., Ltd., will refresh its weekday-only “Weekday Special” menu starting Thursday, May 21, 2026 at select locations, offering an even more attractive lineup. Weekday Special Overview Start Date: Thursday, May 21, 2026 Price: From 1,490 yen (1,639 yen incl. tax) Includes: Choice of 17 main dishes + drink Available: Weekdays until 17:00 only Featured Main Dishes Loco Moco – 1,490 yen (1,639 yen incl. tax) An iconic Hawaiian comfort food born in a small diner on the Big Island in the 1940s. A runny egg yolk blends