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Key Takeaways：Yoshinoya is running a summer-only ‘Kids Genki Wari’ campaign from July 16 to September 3, 2026, knocking 80 yen off eligible items for every elementary-age or younger child. It covers way more than gyudon—rice bowls, set meals, curry, karaage and kids’ menu items all qualify—and works for both dine-in and takeout, so families can save all summer break. Yoshinoya Rolls Out Summer-Only ‘Kids Genki Wari’ Nationwide Yoshinoya Co., Ltd. (headquartered in Chuo-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO Tetsuya Naruse) has announced a limited-time “Kids Genki Wari” campaign running from 11:00 on Thursday, July 16, 2026, through 15:00 on Thursday, September 3, 2026. For children of elementary school age and younger, bowls (donburi), plate dishes, set meals, curry, and kids’ menu items will be offered at 80 yen off the tax-included price at Yoshinoya locations across Japan. The campaign is designed to fit a variety of occasions during the summer break—family […]

Key Takeaways：Burger King Japan is dropping three summer-only Pepper Garlic Steak Whoppers on July 17, 2026, each stacking American beef brisket steak on a flame-grilled patty with a new creamy pepper-garlic sauce. Prices run ¥1,190–¥1,590 (single) with cheese and double-patty versions for bigger appetites, and the earlier BBQ Steak Whopper line is still around if you want to compare. Burger King’s Summer Steak Whopper Gets a New Twist Burger King®, operated in Japan by BK Japan Co., Ltd., will release three new summer-limited menu items in the ‘Pepper Garlic Steak Whopper®‘ lineup starting Friday, July 17, 2026. Each burger boldly stacks American beef brisket steak atop a flame-grilled 100% beef patty, finished with a newly developed “Special Pepper Garlic Sauce” for a hearty, appetite-igniting experience. The New “Special Pepper Garlic Sauce” The star beef brisket steak is first flame-grilled to a rich sear, then vacuum-cooked and oven-baked to lock in

Key Takeaways：Hanamaru Udon is handing out a nationwide coupon for 80 yen off any bowl of udon from July 16 to August 6, 2026, including chilled favorites like Hiyashi Tantan and takeout orders. It stacks with shareholder benefit tickets but not other coupons, and distribution ends once supplies run out—so grab one early. Hanamaru Udon Begins Nationwide ’80 Yen Off’ Summer Coupon Distribution Hanamaru Co., Ltd. (headquartered in Takamatsu, Kagawa Prefecture, a subsidiary of Yoshinoya Holdings), which operates the Sanuki udon chain “Hanamaru Udon,” has begun distributing a coupon for 80 yen off each bowl of udon at Hanamaru Udon locations nationwide starting Thursday, July 16, 2026. Offered as a summer thank-you to loyal customers, the campaign arrives just as rising temperatures make chilled udon especially appealing. Beat the Heat with a Refreshing Bowl — Plenty of Eligible Menu Items The coupon can be used on any bowl of udon,

Key Takeaways：Zetteria is bringing back its fan-favorite Unadon Burger from July 22, 2026, for 990 yen (tax included) as a limited-run treat for the Day of the Ox. It layers thrice-grilled kabayaki eel, a soy-sauce-grilled 100% Japanese rice patty, soft egg, and teriyaki sauce in a bun — an affordable, handheld take on the classic eel rice bowl. With supply increased this year, it’s an easy way to enjoy a seasonal eel tradition for under 1,000 yen while stock lasts. Zetteria’s “Unadon Burger” Returns for a Limited Time Zetteria, the hamburger chain operated by Burger One Co., Ltd. under the Zensho Holdings group, will once again offer its “Unadon Burger” for a limited time starting Wednesday, July 22, 2026. First launched last year to a strong response, the burger is positioned as a new way to enjoy the Day of the Ox (Doyo no Ushi no Hi). This year the

Key Takeaways：La・Ohana, Skylark’s Hawaiian dining chain, is rolling out two new summer curries from July 16, 2026: a Hawaiian Back Rib Curry (￥1,880) piled with slow-roasted ribs and a Garlic Shrimp Curry (￥1,680) topped with its signature toasted garlic shrimp. Both use taco meat and a coconut-scented base for a spicy, filling twist you can enjoy in the chain’s resort-style setting. Skylark Group’s Hawaiian Dining ‘La・Ohana’ Debuts New Summer Curries La・Ohana, the Hawaiian dining & cafe operated by Skylark Restaurants Co., Ltd. (headquartered in Musashino, Tokyo; President Naoshi Nakajima), will launch a hearty new menu to awaken summer appetites starting Thursday, July 16, 2026. The stars are two Hawaiian-style curries that combine the deep, complex richness of spices with truly satisfying volume. New Menu Lineup Hawaiian Back Rib Curry — ￥1,880 (￥2,068 incl. tax) Topped generously with juicy, slow-roasted, aromatic back ribs. The curry base carries a gentle coconut fragrance

Key Takeaways：Sukiya’s SUMMER BAG 2026 drops July 22 at 10 AM for 3,000 yen (tax included) — and since it comes with 3,000 yen in coupons, the four original goods (basket bag, stainless bottle, clear charm, and puffy sticker set) are basically free. Limited stock, max 4 per person, so it’s worth lining up early. Sukiya’s Summer Lucky Bag “SUMMER BAG 2026” Arrives Sukiya Co., Ltd. (part of Zensho Holdings), operator of the beef bowl chain “Sukiya,” will release its summer lucky bag “SUMMER BAG 2026” — packed with original-design goods and coupons — starting 10:00 AM on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at select stores while supplies last. Themed “Make Your Summer More Sukiya,” the bag is filled with items perfect for summer outings alongside merchandise fans will love. Priced at 3,000 yen (tax included), it comes with 3,000 yen worth of coupons — meaning the goods essentially come free,

Key Takeaways：Mos Burger’s official online shop turns four, and it’s marking the occasion with deals running July 15 through August 31, 2026. The headline is a new Mos Rice Burger (Dry Curry) using diced pork shoulder and fukujinzuke pickles, plus Hokkaido fried potatoes dropping August 6, anniversary lucky bags at 20% off, custom-embroidery goods, and a two-week free shipping window. Mos Official Online Shop Marks 4th Anniversary with a Campaign Mos Food Service Co., Ltd. (headquartered in Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo; President Eisuke Nakamura), operator of Mos Burger, will hold a campaign celebrating the 4th anniversary of its “Mos Official Online Shop ~Life with MOS~” (https://ec.mos.jp/) starting at 10:00 on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. Built around the concept “A time to unwind, a life to savor,” the e-commerce site offers food alongside goods and collaboration items. To thank customers for four years of support, a lineup of special deals will run from

Key Takeaways：Mos Burger & Cafe rolls out two dine-in-only white peach desserts from July 15, 2026: Cream Pom ~White Peach~ (590 yen) with chunky peach sauce over Hokkaido cream, and Lemon Rare Cheesecake ~White Peach~ (350 yen) topped with fresh-cut lemon. Both run until early September at the chain’s 75 cafe-format locations, so summer tea time is the window to try them. Mos Burger & Cafe Unveils Summer-Limited White Peach Sweets Mos Food Service Co., Ltd., operator of Mos Burger, will launch a summer-limited, dine-in-only dessert “Cream Pom ~White Peach~” (Cream Pom Hakuto) at “Mos Burger & Cafe” stores nationwide from Wednesday, July 15, 2026, adding color to the summer tea time. At the same time, “Lemon Rare Cheesecake ~White Peach~”, topped with fresh wedge-cut lemon, also debuts as a limited-time, dine-in-only new product. “Mos Burger & Cafe” is a cafe-demand format suited to residential and downtown locations. In addition

Key Takeaways：Matsuya Foods is opening an official store on JR West’s WESTER Mall on July 15, 2026, with an opening sale of up to 64% OFF. You can stock your freezer with microwave-ready gyumeshi, curry, and Sushi-Matsu grilled eel sets at deep discounts—like a 32-meal assortment for about 210 yen per meal—while earning WESTER Points on every purchase. Matsuya Foods Launches on JR West’s Official WESTER Mall Japanese beef-bowl chain Matsuya Foods is opening a new store, the “Matsuya Foods WESTER Mall Store,” on WESTER Mall, the official online shopping site operated by West Japan Railway (JR West). The store opens on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 12:00 noon. Alongside its signature gyumeshi (beef bowl), the lineup includes curry, grilled meat, and online-exclusive frozen foods so you can enjoy restaurant-quality flavors at home. WESTER Mall is a platform where the JR West Group’s shared WESTER Points can be both earned

Key Takeaways：Starbucks Japan celebrates 30 years with ‘Sumatra Masa Depan,’ a blonde roast Sumatra blend co-created by the Seattle and Japan coffee teams, launching nationwide July 22, 2026 (online from July 21). This guide covers prices for whole bean, ground, and drip formats, tasting notes, the artist-designed packaging, and how to try it brewed fresh on the Clover Vertica. Starbucks Coffee Japan is celebrating its 30th anniversary in Japan with a commemorative coffee, JAPAN’S 30th ANNIVERSARY Sumatra Masa Depan, launching at stores nationwide on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, with an early release on the official online store from Tuesday, July 21. Born from the voices of Starbucks partners (employees) and co-developed by the Seattle and Japan coffee teams, it is a cup filled with gratitude and a vision for the future. A 30th Anniversary Coffee Born from Partners’ Voices “Masa Depan” means “future” in Indonesian, the official language of the