Pop Culture & Music: K-pop group izna has announced its first-ever global concert tour, “2026 izna Concert Tour: WHO DAT GIRL?”, kicking off in Seoul on Sept. 19 with stops across Asia including Tokyo-area fans’ radar via Japan dates mentioned in its recent momentum. Anime & Games: Pokémon GO marked its 10th anniversary with a huge Mega Mewtwo Y raid in Times Square, plus a tease for Pokémon GO Fest 2026 (July 11–12). Film & Streaming: The horror romance “Obsession” lands a Peacock streaming date of July 17 after a strong theatrical run, with Japan opening set for the same day. Fashion & Retail: Uniqlo-owner Fast Retailing boosted guidance after strong Q3 results, while warning the weak yen and heatwave conditions weighed on parts of the business. Arts & Design: Rock icon Yoshiki is framed as “just getting started” with a new chapter tied to the Walt Disney Concert Hall. Heritage & Culture Policy (Japan): Japan’s farm ministry registered “Japanese tea” under its geographical indication system to curb imitation products and false labeling. Sports (Japan-linked): Japan’s “Solitary Gourmet” continues to draw attention as a TV hit, while Japan’s presence in global entertainment keeps expanding. Sports Tech/Health: A new look at fitness trackers warns that step-count obsession can fuel anxiety and unhealthy habits.