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SoraNews24
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- SoraNews24
Chiikawa Bakery launches a limited-time menu of sunburned characters and refreshing drinks
These summer-exclusive character breads are almost too cute to eat. Almost. The rays of the summer sun have started to beat down on Japan, leading many of its residents to cover up in long-sleeved clothes or copious amounts of sunscreen. On the other hand, there are many cartoon characters who are revelling in the sunlight and catching some rays, such as the latest McDonald's range of Hello Kitty toys. Next up for the bronzing treatment arw Chiikawa and its friends, who star in a web manga originally published on Twitter that has been turned into an anime. For a limited time this summer at the Chiikawa Bakery near Harajuku in Omotesando, Tokyo, a new seasonal line-up of delicious, sunburned treats joins the regular collection to create unforgettable memories of overwhelming cuteness. The three varieties of bread, each in the form of one of the characters, each cost 580 yen (US$3.95) and all sport beautiful suntanned looks, created through the clever use of coffee spray. ▼ Chiikawa Bread (Sunburned Version), filled with custard cream ▼ Hachiware Bread (Sunburned Version), filled with chocolate cream ▼ Usagi Bread (Sunburned Version), filled with caramel cream Naturally, being summer, you'll also want plenty of fluids to keep you hydrated, so the bakery is also supplying takeout drinks in their own original cups, limited to two per customer. ▼ Iced Tea (590 yen) ▼ Iced Coffee (590 yen) ▼ Iced Cafe Latte (690 yen) ▼ Iced Matcha Latte (720 yen) ▼ Apple Soda Tea (790 yen) ▼ Orange Soda Tea (790 yen) Customers who order one of the above drinks will receive an extra bonus in the form of an original coaster at the checkout, randomly selected from twelve designs. Due to the popularity of the Chiikawa Bakery, daily admission is limited, and so online ticket reservations (which can be made here) are highly recommended. Customers reserving advance tickets for dates starting August 1 will receive a limited edition trading card. There are nine unique designs up for grabs, and will be released in two waves, finishing on January 31, 2026. Do note that walk-in customers are not eligible for the cards, nor can you choose the design. If you do brave the scorching sun outdoors to sample these summer snacks, be sure to lather up in sunscreen, if you're not keen to end up looking like one of the breads yourself. Or if you'd rather explore the cuteness of Chiikawa on a larger scale, be sure to check out Chiikawa Park when it opens on July 28. Store information Chiikawa Bakery / ちいかわベーカリー Address: Tokyo-to, Shibuya-ku, Jingumae 4-chome 30-3, Tokyu Plaza Omotesando Omokado 3F 東京都渋谷区神宮前4丁目30-3 東急プラザ表参道「オモカド」3階 Open 11:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. Closed on irregular days (refer to the official website) Website Source and images: PR Times ● Want to hear about SoraNews24's latest articles as soon as they're published? Follow us on Facebook and Twitter!
Hindustan Times
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Japanese hotel offers mini beds and pyjamas for stuffed toys, all for just $3
In a heartwarming effort to cater to a growing trend, a Japanese hotel chain is now offering mini beds and pyjamas for stuffed toys, winning over young travellers who rarely hit the road without their plush companions, reported the South China Morning Post. For an additional 300 yen, guests receive a miniature bed and toy-sized pyjamas.(Pexel/Representational image) On June 25, the Japanese hotel chain Toyoko INN introduced a service where, for an additional 300 yen (about US$3), guests receive a miniature bed and toy-sized pyjamas for their stuffed animals to use during their stay. A representative from Toyoko INN told J-Cast News that he often travels with stuffed animals himself and hopes the offering will strike a chord with Generation Z travellers. The response, he said, has exceeded expectations, with the chain now planning to expand the service to more locations. Many young people in Japan have embraced the idea of travelling with plush toys, dressing them up and including them in every aspect of their trip. Some tuck them into backpacks with transparent windows, while others carry them in their arms. Photos of plush toys in restaurants, on bullet trains, and tucked into hotel beds have gone viral on social media. Chiikawa One traveller brings Chiikawa, a shy and tearful white hamster from a Japanese manga series, on every trip across Asia. He takes it to restaurants, styles it in adorable outfits, and arranges it in different sleeping positions on hotel beds. Another social media user shared snapshots of two Japanese amberjack plush toys on a bullet train, writing, 'My little fish loves watching the scenery roll by. It was so happy it flipped onto its belly.' The emotional connection behind this trend runs deep. Wang Liufeng, a psychology consultant with the Chinese Association for Mental Health, explains the comfort plush toys offer: 'They do not talk, they do not judge, but they are always by your side. It is a form of unconditional emotional support,' said Wang. The movement has gained traction outside Japan as well. In China, travel-related posts featuring plush toys have racked up over 10 million views. In April, a user named 'do not Wanna Get Up' took two stuffed dog toys on a tour of Europe, photographing them at 18 different tourist attractions. 'Everywhere I went, strangers wanted to take pictures with my plushies. It made me even happier than being in the photos myself,' she said. Earlier in January, a woman in Shanghai brought a stuffed eggplant toy on a flight and placed it in the seat next to her. A flight attendant buckled it in, delighting passengers around her. As one online observer perfectly put it: 'One look at my plush toy, and all the memories from that trip come rushing back. That is their magic.' Toyoko INN's initiative has been widely praised online. 'Affordable and heartwarming, this is truly a hotel with love,' wrote one user. 'I feel like my five teddy bears will fight over who gets to sleep in the special bed,' joked another. (Also Read: Japanese princess flies economy class, praised for her humility as viral photo wins hearts)
South China Morning Post
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Travelling with a plushie? Japan hotel offers mini beds for stuffed toys
A hotel in Japan is offering mini beds and even pyjamas for stuffed toys, attracting travellers with plush companions. Growing numbers of young people are no longer travelling alone. Instead, they hit the road with carefully dressed plush toys. Some place them in backpacks with transparent windows, while others carry them in their arms. Many social media users have shared their travel adventures with plush toys, most of them young people or fans of popular cartoon characters. One traveller always takes Chiikawa, a shy and tearful white hamster from a Japanese manga series, on his trips across Asia. He takes it to restaurants, arranges it in different sleeping positions on hotel beds and styles it in cute outfits. Another person posted photos of two Japanese amberjack plush toys on a bullet train. 'My little fish loves watching the scenery roll by. It was so happy it flipped onto its belly,' they wrote. Seriously cute: psychologist explains Chiikawa's popularity among Hong Kong youth Wang Liufeng, a psychology consultant with the Chinese Association for Mental Health, noted that stuffed toys offer comfort and companionship. 'They do not talk, they do not judge, but they are always by your side. It is a form of unconditional emotional support,' said Wang. On June 25, the Japanese hotel chain Toyoko INN launched a new service for guests visiting with plush toys. For an extra 300 yen (US$3), guests receive a mini bed for their toy, along with free toy-sized pyjamas to use during their stay. A hotel representative told J-Cast News he often travels with stuffed animals and hopes the service will resonate with Generation Z travellers. The response has exceeded expectations, and the hotel plans to roll it out to more locations soon. This toy frog is clearly enjoying his stay. Experts say the cuddly companions offer their owners comfort. Photo: Many people on the internet welcomed the move. 'Affordable and heartwarming, this is truly a hotel with love,' said one person. 'I feel like my five teddy bears will fight over who gets to sleep in the special bed,' another said. The trend is also catching on in China, with related topics garnering more than 10 million views on mainland social media. In April, an internet user called 'do not Wanna Get Up' took two stuffed dog toys on a tour of Europe, snapping photos of them at 18 tourist spots. 'Everywhere I went, strangers wanted to take pictures with my plushies. It made me even happier than being in the photos myself,' she said. Happy birthday, Moo Deng! Thai internet sensation turns one In January, a woman in Shanghai took a stuffed eggplant toy on a flight and placed it in the seat beside her. A flight attendant even buckled it in, earning smiles from fellow passengers. One online observer put it best: 'One look at my plush toy, and all the memories from that trip come rushing back. That is their magic.'
South China Morning Post
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Japan hotel offers mini beds for stuffed toys, appealing to travellers with plush fellows
A hotel in Japan is offering mini beds and pyjamas for stuffed toys to attract travellers with furry companions. Advertisement Growing numbers of young people in the country are no longer travelling alone. Instead, they are hitting the road with carefully dressed plush toys. Some place them in backpacks with transparent windows, while others carry them in their arms. Many social media users have shared their travel adventures with plush toys, most of them young people or fans of popular cartoon characters. Two fluffy felines take a cat nap in one of the mini beds on offer at a hotel in Japan. Photo: One traveller always takes Chiikawa, a shy and tearful white hamster from a Japanese manga series, on his trips across Asia.
Time Out
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
Japan's Chiikawa Ramen Buta is set to open in Hong Kong this August
In case you've been living under a rock, the little critters from Chiikawa are arguably the most popular animated characters of the moment, due to their adorable looks and quirky personalities. From their large-scale exhibition set to open in August to their collaboration with McDonald's, these animated characters have taken the city by storm. Ever experienced that surge of cute aggression where you just want to bite something because it's so adorable? Well, you'll soon be able to do just that, because Chiikawa have just announced on Instagram that they're bringing Japan's massively popular Chiikawa Ramen Buta – a Chiikawa-themed ramen restaurant – to Hong Kong. The Japanese animated series has teamed up with local hospitality group Flames Concepts and is set to unveil the Hong Kong location by mid-August. While there aren't many details yet about what will be available at our city's outpost, Hongkongers will likely get to slurp up bowls of Chiikawa-themed ramen in a restaurant fully decked out with these adorable characters. Based on what we've seen on social media, diners can order bowls of tonkotsu broth ramen, which come in three different sizes and have their corresponding characters – mini (Chiikawa), small (Hachiware), and large (Usagi). Each ramen order comes topped with chashu, garlic, and a character-shaped piece of fish cake. Plus, diners will receive a sticker of the character based on their bowl size. Stay tuned to our page as we find out more details about this ridiculously adorable ramen restaurant closer to August.
