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COCO’S brings back its Choco-Mint Party Fair from May 14 through late June 2026 at 504 stores nationwide, with airport locations excluded. Six chocolate-mint desserts join the returning Super Suu-Suu Sauce 2.0 at 110 yen including tax. Only the frappe is available for takeout, and online orders take 10% off. COCO’S Kicks Off Choco-Mint Party Fair on May 14, 2026 COCO’S Japan, a family restaurant chain operated under Zensho Holdings, will launch its annual Choco-Mint Party Fair on Thursday, May 14, 2026. This year features an upgraded Super Suu-Suu Sauce 2.0 alongside six refreshing chocolate-mint desserts and a frappe perfect for early summer. Event Overview Start date: Thursday, May 14, 2026 End date: Late June 2026 Locations: 504 stores nationwide (as of May 8; airport stores excluded) Takeout: Only the Choco-Mint Party Frappe is available for takeout Product Lineup Choco-Mint Party Parfait: 1,090 yen (1,199 yen incl. tax)…

The Mushroom Ugly Burger® runs at Burger King Japan nationwide from May 8 to May 17, 2026, at 1,090 yen single or 1,390 yen for a set. It stacks four mushroom varieties and sour cream onion sauce on 4-Cheese Craft Buns, which take so much hand work that only a third of normal bun volume can be baked. An app coupon takes the set to 1,290 yen. Burger King® Hit Mushroom Series Returns with New Premium Edition BK Japan Co., Ltd. will launch the Mushroom Ugly Burger® as a limited-time offering at Burger King® locations nationwide from Friday, May 8 through Sunday, May 17, 2026. This newest entry in the wildly popular Mushroom series combines four varieties of mushrooms with the signature 4-Cheese Craft Buns used in the beloved Ugly Burger lineup, creating a hearty and authentic burger experience. The Painstakingly Crafted 4-Cheese Craft Buns The 4-Cheese Craft

Zetteria’s Asian Sweets & Snack Fair runs from Wednesday, May 13, 2026 through mid-July while supplies last, at 269 stores excluding select branches. Four almond and mango items are on offer, including the Almond Mango Parfait Shake at 420 yen and the Almond Mango Pie at 260 yen, all tax included. The parfait shake and Almond Shake are not available for delivery. Zetteria Brings Early Summer Asian Sweets to Japan Zetteria, the burger chain operated by Burger One Co., Ltd. (a subsidiary of Zensho Holdings), will hold its limited-time Asian Sweets & Snack Fair starting Wednesday, May 13, 2026. The fair features four Asian-inspired sweets and snacks centered on almond and mango, perfect for the early summer season. New Menu Lineup Almond Mango Parfait Shake (420 yen) An almond-flavored shake topped with mango sauce, smooth whipped cream, and yellow star-shaped nata de coco. The gentle sweetness of almond

Yoshinoya’s Premium Gyu-Ju arrives May 7, 2026 at 11:00 AM: marbled domestic Japanese beef grilled one slice at a time in sukiyaki sauce, served with nama shichimi and miso soup for 1,207 yen dine-in. The limited-time Gyu-Hokke Set pairs grilled hokke with simmered beef at 899 yen dine-in, with no takeout option. Yoshinoya Unveils Luxurious New ‘Premium Gyu-Ju’ Beef Bowl Yoshinoya Co., Ltd. (President: Tetsuya Naruse) launched its new product ‘Premium Gyu-Ju’ (Zeppin Gyu-Ju) on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at 11:00 AM, allowing customers to fully savor the rich flavor of beef. Simultaneously, the limited-time ‘Gyu-Hokke Set’ debuts, offering both fish and beef in one meal — giving diners a versatile lineup to suit any mood or dining occasion. Crafted for Yoshinoya Beef Lovers The ‘Premium Gyu-Ju’ features carefully selected, well-marbled domestic Japanese beef, grilled one slice at a time and coated in Yoshinoya’s signature sukiyaki sauce. It

Shabu-Yo’s Early Summer Beef Tongue Fair runs from May 14 through mid-July 2026 at all stores, pairing all-you-can-eat beef tongue with a lemon herb broth and a newly developed oxtail broth. Weekday lunch until 4 PM is unlimited-time at 3,519 yen with tax, 1,099 yen for elementary students and free for preschoolers. Shabu-Yo’s “Early Summer Beef Tongue Fair” Returns in 2026 Skylark Holdings’ popular shabu-shabu buffet chain Shabu-Yo will hold its limited-time “Early Summer Beef Tongue Fair” at all locations from Thursday, May 14, 2026. Last year’s edition served approximately 6.71 million plates, with social media flooded with requests to bring it back, making it one of Shabu-Yo’s most beloved campaigns. Three Key Highlights of This Year’s Fair 1. All-You-Can-Eat Beef Tongue Returns with a Refreshing Lemon Theme The renowned beef tongue buffet, famous for its unique texture and rich umami, returns with a lemon-centered menu perfect for

Order a kids’ meal at any Matsuya, Matsunoya, or Sushimatsu nationwide between May 12 and late June 2026 and you get one of six original Kobito pouches, handed out at random while supplies last. Following @matsuya_foods and reposting through May 24 also enters you for 5,000 Matsuya Points. Matsuya Foods x Kobito-Dukan Collaboration Returns Matsuya Foods Holdings will launch the second installment of its collaboration with the popular children’s book series Kobito-Dukan (by Toshitaka Nabata, published by Rokurinsha) starting 10:00 AM on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. The campaign runs at all Matsuya beef bowl restaurants, Matsunoya tonkatsu shops, and Sushimatsu sushi specialty stores nationwide. Kobito-Dukan celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2026, with cumulative sales exceeding 3.2 million copies and 444 unique kobito creatures introduced across 13 volumes. Campaign Overview Period Matsuya & Matsunoya: May 12 (Tue) 10:00 to June 30 (Tue) 9:59, 2026 Sushimatsu: May 12 (Tue) 11:00

From May 7, 2026, KFC Japan raises Original Chicken, Boneless Kentucky, and drinks by 20 yen each, while signature burgers and combo meals hold at current prices. Colonel Crispy drops to 140 yen from 290 yen through June 2, members get a rotating half-price side coupon each week, and the 550 yen Kenta Lunch runs daily from 10:00 to 15:00. KFC Japan to Revise Prices from May 7, 2026 Kentucky Fried Chicken Japan announced that, effective Thursday, May 7, 2026, it will revise the prices (tax included) of in-store and delivery menu items at all KFC locations nationwide. The revision reflects ongoing increases in raw material, energy, and logistics costs, and is intended to maintain quality and service while ensuring stable supply. Main Price Changes Key adjustments to in-store single-item menus include: Original Chicken: +20 yen Boneless Kentucky: +20 yen Drinks (all sizes): +20 yen Meanwhile, signature burgers

Colonel Crispy drops to 140 yen from its regular 290 yen at KFC stores nationwide from May 7 through June 2, 2026. The light chicken breast side, seasoned with garlic and soy sauce, is coated in KFC’s signature batter and fried piece by piece. Some stores may not participate, and delivery prices can differ from in-store. KFC Offers Popular Side Menu at Half Price Kentucky Fried Chicken Japan Co., Ltd. (President: Atsushi Nashima; Headquarters: Yokohama, Kanagawa) will hold the “Colonel Crispy 1-Piece Half-Price” campaign at KFC stores nationwide from Thursday, May 7 through Tuesday, June 2, 2026. The promotion is timed for the period when customers have settled into new schools or jobs about a month after the start of Japan’s spring season. What Is Colonel Crispy? Colonel Crispy is one of KFC Japan’s most popular side menu items, featuring a crispy, fragrant exterior and juicy interior. Light

Jolly Pasta’s Southern Italy Fair: Sicily Edition starts Thursday, May 7, 2026 at all 322 stores. Three lemon- and ricotta-based dishes join the lineup, including Lemon Cream Cheese and Smoked Salmon Carbonara at 1,529 yen incl. tax, alongside the new Chilled Capellini: Red Shrimp Mentaiko Cream Soup at 1,419 yen incl. tax. Jolly Pasta to Launch Southern Italy Fair: Sicily Edition Jolly Pasta, the pasta specialty chain operated under Zensho Holdings, will launch its Southern Italy Fair: Sicily Edition starting Thursday, May 7, 2026. As the second installment of the Southern Italy Fair that began in April, this edition features Sicily — the Mediterranean island — as its theme. Three new limited-time dishes using lemon and ricotta cheese will be served, along with the start of chilled pasta sales perfect for early summer. The campaign rolls out at all 322 locations (as of April 30). Sicily-Inspired New Menu

Sushiro drops Premium Chu-toro from 180 yen to 110 yen (tax included) between April 30 and May 10, 2026, and adds a Jumbo Negitoro Gunkan with about 1.5 times the usual negitoro at 110 yen, capped at 2.35 million servings. Prices vary by store, and takeout-only Sushiro To Go and Kyotaru locations are excluded. Sushiro Unveils Golden Week Tuna Bargain Campaign Akindo Sushiro Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Suita City, Osaka; President: Kohei Arai) will launch a Golden Week limited campaign starting Thursday, April 30, 2026. The popular “Premium Chu-toro (Medium Fatty Tuna),” normally sold from 180 yen (tax included), will be available from just 110 yen (tax included), and the new “Jumbo Negitoro Gunkan” — featuring approximately 1.5 times more tuna than the regular version — will also be sold from 110 yen (tax included) at Sushiro locations nationwide. “Straight to Sushi!” — Over 40 Years of Dedication Sushiro

Burger King Japan brings back its Sumo Association–endorsed mega burger on May 1, 2026: five flame-grilled patties and eight slices of cheddar, totaling 1,856 kcal and 661g. It costs 2,890 yen alone or 3,190 yen as a set, with an original sticker while supplies last. No reservations, and you can ask for ‘Half Cut’ at the register. Burger King® and Japan Sumo Association Collaboration Returns BK Japan Holdings Inc. has announced the limited-time launch of the ‘Baby Body Burger II (二代目BABY BODY BURGER)‘ starting Friday, May 1, 2026, officially endorsed by the Japan Sumo Association. Following last year’s successful collaboration, this year’s edition returns even bigger to celebrate Japan’s national sport, sumo. A ‘Yokozuna-Class’ Mega Cheeseburger The Baby Body Burger II features Burger King®’s signature five 100% flame-grilled beef patties stacked with eight slices of cheddar cheese, creating a powerful clash of meat and cheese in this oversized

Musashino Mori Coffee rolls out its early summer lineup at all locations from Thursday, April 23, 2026, led by the Iced Choco Mint Latte and Iced Lemon Coffee Soda from 638 yen incl. tax. The first 50 customers per store who order the Bird Friendly® Peru La Florida coffee also receive a cork coaster. Musashino Mori Coffee Launches Early Summer Menu on April 23, 2026 Skylark Restaurants’ cafe and dining brand Musashino Mori Coffee will launch a refreshing early summer menu featuring new beverages, sweets, and food items at all locations starting Thursday, April 23, 2026. Three distinctive adult-oriented drinks made with the brand’s carefully selected dark-roast espresso will debut, and last year’s highly popular matcha Mont Blanc sweets will also make a comeback. Highlights of the Early Summer New Menu 1. Three Distinctive Drinks Featuring Bold Espresso Using a dark-roasted, deeply flavored signature espresso, these visually stunning

Burger King Japan opens its King Fusion sundae line on Friday, April 24, 2026 with the Pineapple & Waffle Sundae at 490 yen including tax. Soft-serve is layered with golden pineapple sauce and caramelized coconut waffle pieces at the top and bottom of the cup. Quantities are limited, delivery is excluded, and some stores do not carry it. Burger King® Introduces New King Fusion Sundae Series BK Japan Holdings Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President: Kazuhiro Nomura) will launch a brand-new sundae series called King Fusion on Friday, April 24, 2026, starting with the limited-edition King Fusion Pineapple & Waffle Sundae. About the Pineapple & Waffle Sundae The King Fusion Pineapple & Waffle Sundae features creamy soft-serve ice cream paired with a refreshing pineapple sauce made with juicy golden pineapple pulp, topped with crunchy caramelized coconut waffle pieces. The coconut aroma adds a fragrant sweetness to every bite.

Order the Spring Value Set between April 27 and May 3, 2026, and you get a 500ml Coca-Cola or Coca-Cola Zero free, normally 200 yen. Takeout sets start from 1,399 yen, with total savings reaching 6,371 yen. The set itself runs until May 31, but the free drink covers only these seven days. Domino’s Pizza Japan Launches Golden Week Campaign Japan’s No.1 pizza delivery chain Domino’s Pizza is running a 7-day limited campaign from Monday, April 27 to Sunday, May 3, 2026, offering a free 500ml bottle of Coca-Cola with every order of the Spring Value Set. With the regular 200-yen drink included free, customers can save up to 6,371 yen in total during this Golden Week week-long promotion. About the Spring Value Set The Spring Value Set features the seasonal “Asari & Sakura Shrimp Spring Quattro” pizza paired with your choice of pizza and side menu items.

Yoshinoya sells two regular-size gyudon bento together for 800 yen before tax (864 yen with tax) from 11:00 AM on April 23 through 3:00 PM on May 7, 2026. The same pricing applies to orders of three or four. Takeout only — dine-in and delivery are excluded, and some locations do not participate. Yoshinoya Kicks Off Golden Week Limited Campaign Yoshinoya Co., Ltd. is running the “Two Gyudon Bento for 800 Yen Campaign” at Yoshinoya stores nationwide from 11:00 AM on Thursday, April 23, 2026 through 3:00 PM on Thursday, May 7, 2026. This special promotion aims to make it easier for customers to enjoy Yoshinoya’s signature flavors during Golden Week outings and at-home gatherings. Campaign Highlights Customers can purchase two regular-size gyudon (beef bowl) bento boxes together for a special price of 800 yen before tax (864 yen including tax). The campaign pricing also applies when purchasing

Starbucks Japan’s first collaboration with Seoul streetwear label thisisneverthat reaches the official online store on April 28, 2026, from 6:00 AM. The lineup runs from an ¥8,800 T-shirt and cap to ¥18,700 waffle hoodies, plus stainless bottles and a 15L packable backpack. Launch day is capped at one item per product per order, while supplies last. Starbucks Partners with Korean Streetwear Brand for First-Ever Collaboration Starbucks Coffee Japan has announced its first-ever collaboration with thisisneverthat, a streetwear brand from Seoul, South Korea. The collection, themed around the concept of neverthatcoffee, launches on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at the Starbucks official online store in Japan. The “neverthatcoffee” Concept thisisneverthat is one of Korea’s leading streetwear brands, drawing inspiration from global street culture, music, and youth movements. Founded in Seoul in 2010, the brand is known for reinterpreting 90s American and Japanese youth culture, skate, military, and outdoor aesthetics through

Nakau brings back its Cold Tantan Udon on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, from 11:00 AM at 446 stores, this time with a numbing mala sauce built on seven spices including cumin and star anise. A regular serving is 690 yen including tax, with soba and onsen egg versions alongside. Takeout is available. Nakau Unveils a Bold New Summer Menu Nakau Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Zensho Holdings operating donburi and Kyoto-style udon restaurants, will launch its new summer item “Shibikara Mala Cold Tantan Udon” from 11:00 AM on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at 446 stores nationwide. Product Highlights Nakau is once again offering its popular summer staple “Cold Tantan Udon,” but this year introduces an upgraded version that delivers an even more numbing spiciness and rich flavor. Signature Mala Sauce The Cold Tantan Udon is topped with crisp shredded white scallions and a special mala sauce made with

Big Boy and Victoria Station begin their Uji Matcha Dessert Fair on April 23, 2026, with four limited-time desserts at 168 locations nationwide. The Uji Matcha Fudge Sundae pairs a warm brownie with matcha ice cream for 539 yen including tax, and any dessert order adds the all-you-can-drink bar for 165 yen. Big Boy Announces the “Uji Matcha Dessert Fair” Big Boy Japan, a subsidiary of Zensho Holdings, will launch the “Uji Matcha Dessert Fair” at its hamburger and steak restaurants “Big Boy” and “Victoria Station” starting Thursday, April 23, 2026. Four limited-time desserts blending Japanese and Western flavors will be available at 168 locations nationwide (as of April 21). Featured New Item: Uji Matcha Fudge Sundae The star of the fair, the Uji Matcha Fudge Sundae, features a warm brownie topped with matcha ice cream made from premium Uji matcha, finished with white chocolate, whipped cream, nuts,