The new Uji matcha flavoured Disney Alfort biscuits will be released in the Osaka, Kyoto, Hyogo, Wakayama, Nara and Shiga prefectures. They were released early on March 1, 2019 at JR Rail stores and will be released at major souvenir shops at other train stations, airports and highways on March 12.
Disney Alfort: ¥880 (Before Tax)
The Disney Alfort are a combination of biscuit and Uji matcha with fun Mickey and Minnie Mouse designs imprinted on them.
The crunchy digestive biscuits are made with wholewheat flour and chocolate that is layered with fragrant and delicious first-grade matcha. The biscuits maintain the same deliciousness as the original Alfort biscuits but have a rich and bitter Uji matcha bite to them.
There are three different packaging designs the biscuits are wrapped in. If you love Disney and love matcha then be sure to pick up a box yourself.
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Disney Alfort Uji Matcha
Releasing:
March 1, 2019 – Shops throughout JR Rail lines in the Kansai region
March 12, 2019 – Major souvenir shops at rail stations, airports and highways in the Kansai region
Bourbon Official Website (Japanese): https://www.bourbon.co.jp/
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Disney SERIES CREATED by MOUSSY Reveals Autumn Collection
10.June.2022 | FASHION
High-casual brand MOUSSY has revealed the Disney SERIES CREATED by MOUSSY 2022 Autumn Collection! The items are now available to preorder at a number of online outlets.
QUATTING Design Series
BOA Series
THERMAL Series
The 2022 Autumn Collection lineup features original art drawn exclusively for MOUSSY. Each design was inspired by MOUSSY’s classic 70s and 80s feel, while also incorporating some 90s street style. The Mickey QUATTING Design Series is more casual, and for those wanting to stay more comfy and warm during the fall months, the THERMAL series has been updated with Mickey Mouse designs all over the fabric.
An original acrylic stand featuring the Mickey Mouse QUATTING Design is available while supplies last when preordering any items from the 2022 Autumn Collection at the SHEL’TTER online store.
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Disney SERIES CREATED by MOUSSY – 2022 Autumn Collection
Preorders Begin on June 8, 2022
Where to Order:
SHEL’TTER WEB STORE: https://www.ec-store.net/category/disney_series_created_bymoussy
ZOZOTOWN
Details: https://www.moussy.ne.jp/disney/
Official Site: http://www.moussy.ne.jp
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UNIQLO Releases New UT Collection Featuring Mickey & Friends Art by Steven Harrington
06.June.2022 | FASHION
UNIQLO’s graphic T-shirt brand UT has announced an adorable new Disney-themed collection. The ‘Mickey & Friends Art by Steven Harrington UT’ collection is a triple collaboration with Los Angeles-based artist Stephen Harrington and Disney. The items will go on sale at UNIQLO TOKYO and five other nearby stores on June 10 ahead of the collection’s launch at all UNIQLO stores on June 13. The colorful collection was inspired by the happiness, joy, and freedom Harrington felt as a child, which the artist expresses through classic Disney characters designed his typical pop style.
This collection is the first made in collaboration with Steven Harrington, whose vibrant art is inspired by California’s landscape and mixed culture. The colorful pop art found in his work alongside the beloved character Mickey Mouse is something Disney fans won’t want to miss adding to their wardrobe.Kids sizes are also available, so try coordinating with the younger people in your life this summer!
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Mickey & Friends Art by Steven Harrington UT
Preorder Date: June 10, 2022
Where to Order: UNIQLO TOKYO, Harajuku, Ginza, UNIQLO PARK Yokohama Bayside, Asakusa
Available at all stores on June 13, 2022
Collection:
Men’s T-shirts (4 designs): ¥1,500
Kid’s T-shirts (4 designs): ¥990
Special Site: https://www.uniqlo.com/jp/ja/spl/ut-graphic-tees/mickey-steven-harrington/men -
Hydrangea Parfait Featuring Local Matcha Available at Itohkyuemon in Kyoto
Located in Uji, Kyoto, matcha shop Itohkyuemon was founded in the late Edo period. Three cozy locations have just launched a Hydrangea Parfait, perfect for spring.
Hydrangea Parfait
Hydrangea Coaster
The shop’s main location is headquartered in Uji, which is also home to Mimuroto Temple, known for its hydrangeas. The flowery location attracts thousands of tourists during the rainy season.
The Hydrangea Parfait has been offered since 2013, now celebrating its 10th year. The popular seasonal treat features matcha hydrangea mashed sweet potatoes, hydrangea-colored jelly, leaf-shaped matcha cookies, and blueberries. Those ordering a parfait will also receive a hydrangea coaster as a gift, so why not enjoy the rainy season with something sweet to lift your spirits?
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Itohkyuemon Hydrangea Parfait
Release Date: May 13, 2022
Participating Locations: Uji store, JR Uji Stationfront store, Shijo-dori store
Details: https://www.itohkyuemon.co.jp/site/ajisai/
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Mickey and Minnie Costumes Now Available for LOVOT Home Robots
12.May.2022 | FASHION
GROOVE X’s home robot series LOVOT is set to launch a new collaboration with the Disney store.
The Minnie and Mickey LOVOT Costumes are available for purchase at the Disney Flagship Shop Tokyo, Disney Store Shinjuku Takashimaya, Disney Store LUCUA Osaka, and the Disney Official Online Store shopDisney.
LOVOT Costume – Mickey
This fancy costume will make your LOVOT look just like Mickey Mouse, dressed up with an elegant gold bow tie.
The white gloves and large round ears are too adorable. (The bow tie is removable!)
Mickey Costume Purchase Bonus: Mickey Design
LOVOT Costume – MinnieThe Minnie costume features a red and white polka dot dress and a cute ribbon. The lace visible beneath the hem of the dress is a key point.
Minnie Costume Purchase Bonus: Minnie Design
The costumes also come with special serial numbers that can be entered into the LOVOT app to give your robot Mickey or Minnie eyes! Disney fans won’t want to miss out on this chance!
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LOVOT Costumes / Mickey & Minnie
*Includes nose and hangar for LOVOT modelsRelease Date: April 26, 2022
Price: ¥25,300 each (Tax Included)Where to Buy:
Disney Flagship Shop Tokyo, Disney Store Shinjuku Takashimaya, Disney Store LUCUA Osaka, Disney Official Online Store shopDisney
: http://shopDisney.jp/c/lovot/*Not available at LOVOT stores or LOVOT Online.
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Disney SERIES CREATED by MOUSSY 2022 Summer Collection Launched
03.May.2022 | FASHION
High-casual brand MOUSSY released the Disney SERIES CREATED by MOUSSY 2022 Summer Collection on April 20, 2022! Items from the collection are available at the SHEL’TTER WEB STORE, ZOZOTOWN, the MOUSSY Flagship Shop, and Lumine EST Shinjuku.
The collection was created with a unique message in mind: “Seek a Miracle.” These items could only be created by the designers at MOUSSY, so Disney fans won’t want to miss out.
Collection Lineup
The 2022 Summer Collection features unique artwork drawn exclusively for the new release. The new collection offers retro and nostalgic designs based on 70s and 80s vintage taste and 90s street fashion.
Certain products in the collection will be made-to-order in an attempt to reduce environmental waste, a cause important to MOUSSY. More information can be found at the website listed below!
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Disney SERIES CREATED by MOUSSY 2022 Summer Collection
Release Date: April 20, 2022
Where to Buy:
SHEL’TTER WEB STORE https://www.ec-store.net/category/disney_series_created_bymoussy
ZOZOTOWN
MOUSSY Flagship Shop (The SHEL’TTER TOKYO Omotesando Harajuku 2F)
MOUSSY Lumine EST Shinjuku (Select Products)
Collection Details: http://www.moussy.ne.jp/disney
Order Details: https://www.ec-store.net/sws/secure/disney_220414top.aspx
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New Toy Story 3 Collection Features Toys and Goods from the Popular Pixar Film
A new collection of goods inspired by Toy Story 3 is here! Items from the Andy’s World Collection will be available to purchase at the shopDisney online store, the Disney Flagship Tokyo store, and at Tokyo Disney Resort on April 28 and at Disney Store locations nationwide on May 3.
The items in the collection were inspired by the many popular toy characters in the film, with designs ranging from images taken straight from the film to the wallpaper in Andy’s room.
The item lineup includes a wide variety of apparel and lifestyle items that can be used both at home and on the go. From short-sleeved shirts and laptop computer cases to tissue box covers and stuffed animals, there’s something for every fan!
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© Hasbro. All Rights Reserved. Mattel toys used with permission. © Mattel, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Corvette®Information
Andy’s World Collection
Release Date/Store
May 3: Disney Store Locations
April 28: Disney Flagship Tokyo, Tokyo Disney Resort Shops, shopDisney Online
Details: http://shopDisney.jp/toy-story3/2022/
Official Site: http://home.disney.co.jp/
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Maison de FLEUR Releases Colorful Disney Girls Collection
30.April.2022 | FASHION
Japanese accessories brand Maison de FLEUR has opened orders for its new Disney Girls Character Collection! The adorable items are now available on the shop’s e-commerce site STRIPE CLUB and ZOZOTOWN until May 8, 2022.
The new collection features four popular female Disney characters–Minnie Mouse, Daisy Duck, Clarice, and Marie. Fans can grab tote bags and card cases inspired by each of these famous characters, with delivery scheduled for late July.
Collection
Minnie Mouse
Daisy Duck
Clarice
Marie
The tote bags feature accents inspired by each character’s prominent color. The combination of casual canvas and luxurious ruffles is very on-brand, and despite the smaller size, these bags can easily hold a folding umbrella, tumbler, and lots of other items.
The card cases are sure to complement any bag, and each one comes with a charm. Try carrying them together with a matching tote!
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Disney Girls Character Collection
Orders open until May 8 at 23:59
Where to Order:STRIPE CLUB Online Shop: https://stcl.page.link/63pE
ZOZOTOWN: https://zozo.jp/brand/maisondefleur/?dord=21
*Items will be delivered in late July
Official Site: http://www.stripe-intl.com/
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Pixar Fest Pop-Up Store by Small Planet to Open at Shinjuku Odakyu for the First Time
From April 13 until April 25, fans of Disney Pixar will want to visit the first floor of the Odakyu Department store in Shinjuku! The Pixar Fest Pop-Up Store by Small Planet will be selling a large collection of items featuring popular characters from Toy Story, Monsters, Inc., Cars, and more!
A wide variety of PIXAR goods such as bags, towels, mugs, stationery, and apparel will be available, and the Disney Friend of Nature Pop-Up Store by Small Planet will be held simultaneously, featuring sustainable and eco-friendly Disney items.
PIXAR FEST POP UP STORE by Small Planet Goods at a Glance
[Exclusive Event Item] IC Card Case: ¥2,310
[Event Exclusive Item] Drawstring Bag: ¥660 *On sale April 16
[Event Exclusive Item] Random Pin Collection (12 varieties): ¥440 each
Purchase Bonus: Tote Bag
Purchase Bonus: Acrylic Coaster
Starting April 13, guests spending ¥6,600 (including tax) or more at the venue will receive one special tote bag while supplies last! Starting April 23, guests spending ¥2,750 (including tax) will receive a Toy Story acrylic coaster.
Disney FRIEND OF NATURE POP UP STORE by Small Planet Goods at a Glance
[Event Exclusive Item] Mug Made from Recycled Goods “Green Vibes Only!”: ¥2,310
[Event Exclusive Item] Eco Bag “Green Vibes Only!”: ¥3,190 *On sale April 15
Be sure to visit the pop-up shop to grab some exclusive merch while you can!
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Pixar Fest Pop-Up Store by Small Planet
Disney Friend of Nature Pop-Up Store by Small Planet
Running: April 13 – April 25, 2022
Hours: 10:00-20:30 *Closes at 20:00 on April 17 and April 24
Venue: Odakyu Department Store Shinjuku Main Building 1F, Special Venue (In front of the Central Entrance)
Address: 1-1-3 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
Access: In front of the Shinjuku Station West Entrance
Official Site: https://www.odakyu-dept.co.jp/ -
Kyo Hayashiya and Hayashiya Shinbei Offering Special Parfaits Perfect for Spring
Hibiya Hayashiya Shinbei in Tokyo Midtown Hibiya is now offering a scrumptious Strawberry Matcha Parfait until April 24, 2022! If that’s not up your alley, four Kyo Hayashiya locations in Shinjuku, Omiya, Yokohama, and Ikebukuro will begin offering a Matcha and Berry Mascarpone Parfait from April 1 until May 8, 2022.
Strawberry Matcha Parfait
The Strawberry Matcha Parfait is an eye-catching mix of green and pink, reminiscent of cherry blossoms and bright green grass. Green tea blends with rose jelly and lychee sorbet, offering a refreshing taste with a hint of bitterness. The sweet accent of crunchy chocolate feuillantine gives each bite a little kick.
Matcha and Berry Mascarpone Parfait
The Matcha and Berry Mascarpone Parfait mixes the deep, bitter taste of Uji matcha, the sweet and sour taste of berries, and the gentle sweetness of mascarpone cream. The berry sauce is blended with crunchy chocolate feuillantine, a layer of whipped cream, green tea jelly, green tea ice cream, and milk panna cotta. To finish, it’s garnished with refreshing raspberry sorbet, bittersweet matcha ice cream, and fresh strawberries.
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Strawberry Matcha Parfait
Price: ¥1,650 (Tax Included) / with Tea: ¥2,090 (Tax Included)
Available: March 18 – April 24, 2022
Available at Hibiya Hayashiya Shinbei (Tokyo Midtown Hibiya 2F)
Matcha and Berry Mascarpone Parfait
Price: ¥1,430 (Tax Included) / with Tea: ¥1,870 (Tax Included)
Available: April 1 – May 8, 2022
*Available until April 30 at the SOGO Yokohama location.
Available at the following 4 Kyo Hayashiya locations.
・Takashimaya Times Square (Shinjuku Takashimaya Times Square Main Building 2F)
・Seibu Ikebukuro (Seibu Ikebukuro Main Building 8F)
・SOGO Omiya (SOGO Omiya Main Building 9F)
・SOGO Yokohama (SOGO Yokohama 10F)
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McDonald’s ‘McCafe by Barista’ to Offer Uji Matcha Sweets for Spring
10.April.2022 | FOOD
McDonald’s Japan locations with ‘McCafe by Barista’ areas will begin selling special spring treats for a limited time starting April 6, 2022. Customers will be able to grab the ‘Strawberry Uji Matcha Frappe’ and the ‘Uji Matcha Mont Blanc Tart.’
McCafe by Barista invites guests to enjoy high-quality frappes and smoothies. The Uji Matcha Frappe was added to the regular product lineup in June 2021, and features a mellow matcha flavor. The Strawberry variant is coming back for the first time in three years. The Mont Blanc Tart is a new addition, and is a perfect treat to enjoy with this popular frappe!
Strawberry Uji Matcha Frappe: ¥490
The Strawberry Matcha Frappe mixes together the full-bodied flavor of matcha together with sweet and sour strawberries. It includes both a strawberry paste made from whole strawberries and a strawberry whipped cream at the bottom. The drink is topped with more strawberry whipped cream and a sprinkling of matcha powder. The refreshing taste of the strawberry sauce coupled with the whipped cream serves to elevate the great flavor of the Uji Matcha even more.
Uji Matcha Mont Blanc Tart: ¥390
The Uji Matcha Mont Blanc Tart is made with Uji Matcha batter, Uji Matcha whipped cream, white bean paste, and green tea cream. The refined sweetness is complemented by the mellow aroma and slight bitterness of Uji Matcha.
How would you like to enjoy these treats beneath the cherry trees?
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Strawberry Uji Matcha Frappe
Uji Matcha Mont Blanc Tart
Available: April 6 – Mid-May, 2022
Available at Participating McDonald’s Japan Locations with ‘McCafe by Barista’
Official Site: https://www.mcdonalds.co.jp/
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Disney Collaborates with Tea Shop Kanbayashi Shunsho on Tableware Collection
09.April.2022 | FASHION
Disney Japan will launch a series of Japanese-themed tableware products, including some in collaboration with the 450-year-old tea shop Kanbayashi Shunsho! These unique pieces will be available at Disney Flagship Tokyo, Disney Store locations nationwide, and the shopDisney online store starting on March 29, 2022.
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Japanese-themed food and tableware will take center stage in this incredible collaboration. This year’s lineup includes two types of tea bags, sencha and hojicha. Relax at home with Mickey Mouse, traditional Japanese patterns and colors, and the taste of Kanbayashi Shunsho’s tea made with experience obtained over 450 years.
Many other Disney Store original items with Japanese taste will also be on sale, with tableware pieces featuring subtle designs inspired by characters like Flounder from The Little Mermaid and Baymax from Big Hero 6.
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Disney x Kanbayashi Shunsho
Release Date: March 29, 2022
Special Site: http://shopDisney.jp/japanese-tea/
Official Site: http://home.disney.co.jp/
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YouTuber JULIA Collaborates with Disney Series Created by MOUSSY on Limited Edition Collection
08.April.2022 | FASHION
High casual brand MOUSSY is teaming up with popular YouTube JULIA on a new collection! The new items will be available to order on a number of online storefronts starting March 30, 2022.
The limited-edition collection with ‘Disney Series Created by MOUSSY’ is being developed by JULIA, known for her YouTube series ‘Julia in style.’A huge Disney fan, JULIA is one of the most popular Japanese creators on YouTube with over 650,000 subscribers. Known for her high-quality videos and personal style, she has become a huge influence on young women, with her fashion often being shown off in Look Book videos.
Julia wanted this collection to be more ‘girly,’ and those wanting to snag some of these pieces will notice plenty of ribbons.
The collection will feature a total of five items: a knit vest, sweatshirt, long-sleeve top, loungewear set, and hat.
The knit vest, long sleeve top, and loungewear set feature Minnie Mouse, with keywords related to Minnie Mouse and Minnie Mouse used as accents.
The sweatshirt and hat featured embroidered artwork of Lady from Lady and the Tramp. Julia lives with her dog, which inspired her to feature an adorable puppy in this new collection.
JULIA Comment“For this collection, I created along with MOUSSY, I decided to make five items designed with ‘girliness’ in mind.
I’m so happy to be able to share what I like to wear with everyone.
Each item is packed with special elements that can only be found in the Disney SERIES CREATED by MOUSSY and Julia collection, so please enjoy!”
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Disney Series Created by MOUSSY × Julia
Order Period: March 30 – April 13, 2022 at 11:59
Where to Buy:
SHEL’TTER Web Store https://bit.ly/3uo2fl8
ZOZOTOWN https://bit.ly/3vmuOS7