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Smartphones

ORANGA Announces Up to 50% Off Smartphone Accessories During Rakuten Super SALE

ORANGA, a smartphone accessory brand, will participate in the Rakuten Super SALE, offering discounts of up to 50% on 23 popular products, including cases and glass films for iPhone, Xperia, Google Pixel, Galaxy, OPPO, and Xiaomi. An additional 5% off coupon will also be available for a limited time.
Wearables

Samsung Galaxy Watch Series Now Supports Suica Commuter Passes, Green Car Tickets, and Discount Tickets

Samsung Electronics Japan has announced an expansion of Suica services for select Samsung Galaxy Watch series, enabling users to manage and purchase Suica commuter passes, Green Car tickets, and discount tickets directly from the Mobile Suica app on their Android devices.
PC & Tablets

REDMAGIC Astra 2: Industry’s First Small Gaming Tablet with Water Cooling Technology, Pre-orders Begin September 9th

REDMAGIC, a leading gaming brand, has announced the REDMAGIC Astra 2, a compact gaming tablet for the Japanese market. This device features the flagship Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5 SoC, an innovative 12-layer cooling system including water cooling technology—identified by a September 2026 survey as the first of its kind in the Japanese market for gaming tablets—and a 9.06-inch 2.4K OLED display with a 185Hz refresh rate. Pre-orders are set to commence on September 9th, offering a groundbreaking mobile gaming experience.
Health&Fitness

Elecom Launches Portable Bottle-Type Kettle for Easy Hot Water On-the-Go, Supporting Health Habits

Elecom Co., Ltd. announces the release of a new portable bottle-type kettle, designed to easily prepare a single serving of hot water (approximately 400ml) anywhere. This product aims to support daily hot water habits, especially during the Health Promotion Month, by offering features like chlorine reduction and precise temperature control.
PC & Tablets

Lexar Announces Up to 39% Off Popular Storage Products at Rakuten Super SALE

Lexar will participate in the Rakuten Super SALE from September 4 to September 11, 2026, offering significant discounts of up to approximately 39% on a range of popular storage solutions, including CFexpress cards, SD cards, and a 4TB SSD. A 500 JPY off coupon for purchases over 25,000 JPY is also available.
Gadgets

LG StanbyME 2 Max, a Portable 32-inch 4K Screen, Exceeds 20 Million JPY in Funding on Makuake Within 24 Hours

The "LG StanbyME 2 Max," a portable 32-inch 4K screen, has achieved over 20 million JPY in total support purchases on Makuake within 24 hours of its pre-sale launch. This marks a strong start for the "LG StanbyME" series, which is making its debut in Japan and has already gained significant global popularity for its innovative mobile viewing experience.
Kitchen App

EPEIOS Announces Up to 66% Off on Popular Appliances, Coffee Gear, and Oral Care Products During Rakuten Super Sale

EPEIOS JAPAN Inc. is offering significant discounts of up to 66% on over 50 items, including top-selling cooking appliances, coffee equipment, and oral care products, during the Rakuten Super Sale from September 4 to September 11, 2026. Clearance prices are also available on summer products like circulators.
Gadgets

Daytona Releases FLEX Smartphone Holder FSH-3 PD Charging Model with Built-in Charging Port

Daytona Corporation has announced the launch of its new "FLEX FSH-3 Smartphone Holder PD Charging," an integrated smartphone holder and USB power supply designed for motorcycles, offering fast PD charging capabilities.
Wearables

Apple Watch Band Integrates Charging Functionality: “EnergyLink Gen 2” Now Available for Pre-order on Makuake

The "EnergyLink Gen 2," an Apple Watch band with built-in magnetic wireless charging, is now available for pre-order on Makuake. This innovative solution eliminates the need for a separate charging pad, offering convenience for daily use, travel, and business trips.
Chargers

BLUETTI Launches “Disaster Preparedness Support Campaign” and “Rakuten Super Sale” with Up to 63% Off to Prepare for Disasters in September

BLUETTI JAPAN, a pioneer in portable power stations and clean energy, is holding a "Disaster Preparedness Support Campaign" on its official website from August 27 to September 21, 2026, and a "Rakuten Super Sale" on its official Rakuten store from September 4 to September 11, offering up to 63% off popular products to help prepare for potential natural disasters.