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- PlacesSanrio Puroland Christmas 2026: The Reservation You Can't Skip, and Which Day to GoSanrio Puroland's Christmas: Nov 6-Dec 25, 2026. Entry needs a passport plus a timed-entry reservation. The shows, 20 limited dishes, and Jackie's four days.
- PlacesDragon Quest × Final Fantasy Yokohama 2026: When to Book the Cafe and Which Mall Has WhatDragon Quest × Final Fantasy's first joint event in Yokohama Minato Mirai, Nov 11 2026-Jan 11 2027: when to book the cafe, which mall has what, what ends early.
- ShoppingATEEZ x Hello Kitty "BLACK SERIES" Pop-Up 2026: How to Reserve, Dates and Tokyo AccessATEEZ x Hello Kitty "BLACK SERIES" pop-up, Oct 16-25, Omotesando, Tokyo. Entry by advance slot (booking open); walk-up not guaranteed. Reserve, access, prices.
- PlacesShinjuku Gyoen Chrysanthemum Exhibition 2026: Dates, ¥500 Tickets, No Reservation NeededShinjuku Gyoen's Chrysanthemum Exhibition runs Nov 1-15, 2026, open daily (Mondays too). The ¥500 admission covers it, no booking needed. Hours, prices, access.
- PlacesHakone Daimyo Gyoretsu 2026: Route, Times & Where to Watch (Nov 3)The Hakone Daimyo Gyoretsu procession, Tue Nov 3, 2026: route, passing times from 11:30 a.m., the 11am-3pm road closures, and where to watch with fewer crowds.
- PlacesSanrio Puroland Tickets: Why You Also Need a ReservationAt Sanrio Puroland in Tama, Tokyo, you need both a passport and a visit reservation—here's how tickets, variable pricing, the e-Passport, and access work.
- ShoppingDuolingo's DUOMART Osaka 2026: Dates, Free Entry, and Osaka-Only GoodsDuolingo's DUOMART pop-up hits LUCUA Osaka Nov 7-17, 2026. Free entry, numbered tickets possible when crowded, plus Osaka-only goods. Here's what's confirmed.
- CultureImperial Palace New Year Greeting 2027: Which Gate, When to Arrive, What to BringFree, no reservation—just show up January 2. Enter at the Main Gate (nearest Nijubashimae) to see the Imperial Family. Usual times, gate, and what to bring.
- PlacesteamLab Tokyo: Borderless or Planets? Tickets, Timed Entry & What to WearBorderless (Azabudai) or Planets (Toyosu)? Tokyo's two teamLab museums differ in price and experience. How to choose, ticket costs, and what to wear.
