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Key Takeaways：Jonathan kicks off its ‘Summer Tohoku Cold Noodle’ Fair on June 11, 2026, bringing back Iwate’s wildly popular Morioka Reimen (220,000 servings sold last year) alongside an evolved curry soy-milk tantan take on Akita’s Mugendo Inaniwa Udon. Add in an Angus beef stamina plate, summer eel, and a Father’s Day lottery with a 1kg steak grand prize, and there’s plenty worth a visit before the September 2 wrap-up. Jonathan’s ‘Summer Tohoku Cold Noodle’ Fair Kicks Off June 11 Jonathan, the family restaurant chain operated by Skylark Restaurants, will hold its ‘Summer Tohoku Cold Noodle’ Fair from Thursday, June 11, 2026, perfectly timed for what is expected to be a scorching summer. Two of Tohoku’s greatest noodle dishes — Iwate’s “Morioka Reimen” and Akita’s “Mugendo Inaniwa Udon” — share the stage in special summer versions for a refreshing culinary experience. Fair Overview Locations: All Jonathan stores (excluding morning hours until […]

Key Takeaways：From June 11–21, 2026, Big Boy and Victoria Station run a Father’s Day campaign built around premium domestic Japanese Black Wagyu sirloin (rank 4+) seared over a 300°C flame, paired with their Giant Hamburg Steak or grilled shrimp from 2,629 yen. Bonus perks include a large draft beer for the price of a medium (605 yen) and a 300-yen discount coupon for use through July 31. Available at 162 locations nationwide while supplies last. Big Boy Launches a Special Father’s Day Campaign Big Boy Japan, a Zensho Holdings group company operating the hamburg steak & steak restaurants “Big Boy” and “Victoria Station,” will run a limited-time Father’s Day campaign starting Thursday, June 11, 2026, in celebration of Father’s Day on Sunday, June 21. This year’s theme is “a little luxury,” with a lineup of special menus featuring domestic Japanese Black Wagyu sirloin. Premium Domestic Japanese Black Wagyu Sirloin The

Key Takeaways：Matsuya rolls out its new ‘Neo Tomato Goro Goro Chicken Curry’ nationwide starting June 9, 2026 — a summer curry that blends coconut milk, tangy tomato and exotic spices for a gentle-but-spicy kick. The ‘Goro Chiki’ series brings big, juicy chunks of iron-grilled chicken, and the lineup spans five options from a 680-yen base curry to 1,050-yen chicken and hamburg versions. Takeout and app coupons are available, so it’s an easy early taste of summer. Matsuya Unveils a Next-Generation Tomato Curry for Summer Matsuya Foods Co., Ltd. (Head office: Musashino City, Tokyo; President: Kazutoshi Kawarabuki) will launch the new “Neo Tomato Goro Goro Chicken Curry” at its “Matsuya” gyumeshi, curry and set-meal restaurants from 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. Blending the richness of coconut milk, the refreshing acidity of tomato and exotic spices, this “gentle yet spicy” dish offers an entirely new sensation perfect for the coming

Key Takeaways：Hanamaru Udon rolls out two summer-only bowls from June 4 to mid-July: Pork Shabu Udon (from 820 yen) and a veggie-loaded Pork Shabu Salad Udon (from 920 yen). Both pair springy Sanuki udon with ginger-broth pork belly, crunchy oni-oroshi, myoga, and green onion, finished with a thicker special ponzu and a lemon wedge. Pick cold or warm noodles, dine in or take out at stores nationwide. Hanamaru Udon Debuts Summer Menu: “Pork Shabu Udon” & “Pork Shabu Salad Udon” Hanamaru Co., Ltd., the operator of the Sanuki udon chain “Hanamaru Udon” and part of the Yoshinoya Holdings group, will launch two new limited-time menu items nationwide (excluding some stores) from Thursday, June 4, 2026: “Pork Shabu Udon” and “Pork Shabu Salad Udon.” These refreshing dishes are designed to be enjoyed during the hot and humid rainy season. “Pork Shabu Udon” with Three Refreshing Toppings Smooth, throat-pleasing Sanuki udon is

Key Takeaways：CoCo Ichibanya brings back its takeout/delivery-only “Marutoku Combo” on June 4, 2026, with two generously portioned topping sets that save you over 10% versus ordering à la carte. Combo A loads up on fried shrimp, sausage, and squid, while Combo B packs pork cutlet, sausage, and fries — and you can add curry sauce to turn it into a full meal at home. At ¥1,296 for toppings only, it’s an easy win for sharing with family or friends. CoCo Ichibanya Revamps Its Popular Topping Assortment “Marutoku Combo” Ichibanya Co., Ltd. (HQ: Ichinomiya City, Aichi Prefecture; President Mamoru Kuzuhara), operator of the curry restaurant chain CoCo Ichibanya, will relaunch its takeout and delivery-only menu “Marutoku Combo” at CoCo Ichibanya locations nationwide starting Thursday, June 4, 2026. First released last December, this value-packed assortment of CoCo Ichibanya’s most popular toppings is back with an upgrade. This time, two sets are available

Key Takeaways：Jolly Pasta adds two white peach desserts on June 4, 2026: a Freshly Baked Peach Pie made to order with custard, compote, gelato, and whipped cream, and a White Peach Milk Granita layering Sicilian-style shaved ice with cookies, panna cotta, and compote. Both run 590 yen (649 yen incl. tax) at all 322 stores as an early-summer limited treat. Jolly Pasta Unveils Two New White Peach Desserts Jolly Pasta Co., Ltd. (President: Yuki Yasumoto; Head Office: Minato-ku, Tokyo), a pasta specialty chain under ZENSHO Holdings, will release two new desserts in its popular white peach lineup on Thursday, June 4, 2026: the Freshly Baked Peach Pie and the White Peach Milk Granita. Jolly Pasta has been offering white peach desserts since late April. From June, the chain brings new sweets that let guests enjoy the elegant sweetness of white peach with a crisp, freshly baked pie and “granita”—a shaved

この記事のポイント：スシロー創業月の感謝祭「スシローの日2026・第1弾」が6月3日スタート。看板の『いくら包み』が110円〜、特ネタ中とろが約2倍サイズで180円〜、サラダ軍艦は倍量、ソフトドリンク半額など、年に一度の大盤振る舞い。各品とも数量限定で売り切れ次第終了なので、お得に食べたいなら早めの来店がおすすめです。 Sushiro’s Once-a-Year Thank-You Festival ‘Sushiro Day 2026’ Begins Akindo Sushiro Co., Ltd. (FOOD & LIFE COMPANIES), operator of the conveyor-belt sushi chain Sushiro, is launching its biggest annual appreciation campaign, ‘Kansha Ippai. Hara Ippai. Sushiro Day 2026 – Part 1’, at Sushiro locations nationwide starting Wednesday, June 3, 2026. Marking the month of its founding in June, Sushiro—born from a single standing sushi shop “Tai Sushi” in Osaka and devoted to “Straight to Sushi!” for over 40 years—brings a luxurious lineup of dishes. Star Item ‘Salmon Roe Wrap’ at a Special Thank-You Price from ¥110 The highlight is the ‘Salmon Roe Wrap (Ikura Tsutsumi)’, which lets you savor the rich, creamy flavor of salmon roe directly through its wrap. As a gesture of gratitude, it is offered at a special price from ¥110 (tax incl.). Sales begin June 3 (Wed) and end once the planned 2.07 million servings sell

Key Takeaways：Skylark’s online shop now sells a 6-serving Bamiyan Ramen set (3 soy sauce, 3 miso) for 1,680 yen with free shipping—just 280 yen a bowl. It’s shelf-stable and ships straight to your mailbox, so you can recreate the chain’s signature ramen at home anytime without a store visit. Bamiyan’s Signature Ramen Now Available to Enjoy at Home The “Skylark Official Online Shop,” operated by Skylark Holdings Co., Ltd., began selling the “Bamiyan Ramen Soy Sauce & Miso 2-Flavor 6-Serving Set (Room-Temperature Mail Delivery)” on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. This eye-catching mail-order product lets customers enjoy the signature menu item of the Chinese restaurant chain “Bamiyan” at home, without needing to visit a store. Affordable at Just 280 Yen Per Serving with Free Shipping This product is priced at 1,680 yen (tax included) for a 6-serving set, meaning just 280 yen per serving with free shipping—an exceptionally affordable price. With

Key Takeaways：Sushiro replaced its old Maido Points and Dakko-zushi Stamp Card with a new ‘Sushiro Points’ program on June 1, 2026. You now earn 1 point per 100 yen spent (not just per visit), redeem points for coupons, goods, or the popular Kansha Maido Mori platter, and rank up to Gold for a 1.5x earn rate. The catch: you must use the Sushiro App and show your membership card at the register every time. Sushiro Rolls Out New ‘Sushiro Points’ Loyalty Program Akindo Sushiro Co., Ltd. (part of FOOD & LIFE COMPANIES), operator of Japan’s popular conveyor-belt sushi chain, launched its new loyalty program “Sushiro Points” on Monday, June 1, 2026. Built around the concept “The more you eat, the more you earn!”, the program lets customers accumulate points for every 100 yen (tax included) spent, and introduces selectable rewards and a membership rank system for a more rewarding and

Key Takeaways：Burger King Japan drops the Smokehouse The One Pounder on May 29, 2026—a 545g, 1,615 kcal monster stacking four flame-grilled patties, four cheddar slices, and a new Signature Smoke Bacon Sauce for 2,490 JPY. The launch also brings three Big Barrel side packs and the return of the +100 JPY Big Drink upgrade, all in limited quantities. Burger King® 2026 One Pounder Series Second Release BK Japan Co., Ltd. will launch the colossal Smokehouse The One Pounder burger on Friday, May 29, 2026 for a limited time and limited quantity. Featuring four flame-grilled 100% beef patties, four slices of rich cheddar cheese, and savory bacon bits, finished with a newly developed Signature Smoke Bacon Sauce. What Makes Smokehouse The One Pounder Special This monster burger packs 1,615 kcal and weighs 545g in total. Four flame-grilled beef patties layered with four cheddar cheese slices, pickles, creamy mayo sauce, and the