Meiji Bulgaria Frozen Yogurt Dessert × Lonely Planet Japan's First Collaboration! Special Booklet 'Tokyo Shime-Ice' to Be Distributed from Late July

Arukikata Co., Ltd. (Shinagawa, Tokyo / President: Kunihiro Arai), a subsidiary of Gakken Holdings Co., Ltd. (Shinagawa, Tokyo / President: Hiroaki Miyahara), has collaborated with Meiji Co., Ltd. (Chuo, Tokyo / President: Bunjiro Yayo) to distribute a special booklet titled 'Tokyo Shime-Ice' at restaurants in Tokyo starting late July 2026.

The 'Tokyo Shime-Ice' project introduces a new post-meal experience: enjoying rich-flavored gourmet dishes such as ramen, meat, and curry, then finishing with the 'Meiji Bulgaria Frozen Yogurt Dessert.' The booklet compiles the charm and enjoyment of this experience, along with information on 14 carefully selected Tokyo restaurants curated by Arukikata. Additionally, ahead of the booklet distribution, free sampling events to experience 'shime-ice' will be held at select locations starting June 15 (Mon), 2026.

■ What is the 'Meiji Bulgaria Frozen Yogurt Dessert'?

A new type of ice cream that combines rich creaminess with the refreshing taste of yogurt. Its moderate tanginess from yogurt and smooth texture make it light after meals, leaving a pleasant, palate-cleansing aftertaste.

▼ For more details on the 'Meiji Bulgaria Frozen Yogurt Dessert':

https://www.meiji.co.jp/products/brand/bulgariafrozen/

■ Popular restaurant owners also give a thumbs-up: "Perfect after a meal!"

Many people who enjoy rich-flavored dishes like ramen, meat, and curry want to end their meal refreshingly without diminishing their satisfaction.

In fact, owners of participating restaurants have commented:

"Perfect after a rich ramen dish"

"Eating it after yakiniku leaves your mouth feeling refreshed"

"Pairs well with the lingering taste of spicy food"

■ Arukikata selects 14 top Tokyo restaurants for the booklet

Arukikata has long reported on travel destinations worldwide, sharing local charm and culture. This time, focusing on the new dining culture of "finishing a meal with ice cream," they have carefully selected 14 popular Tokyo restaurants that pair well with the 'Meiji Bulgaria Frozen Yogurt Dessert' and compiled them into a special booklet.

Each restaurant introduction includes insights into the shop's philosophy and owner comments, along with a pairing perspective explaining "why shime-ice complements this dish."

▲ 14 top Tokyo restaurants selected across ramen, meat, and curry categories

▲ Many owners of featured restaurants say, "It's a perfect match for our meals!"

※ Information is subject to change.

■ The special booklet 'Tokyo Shime-Ice' will be distributed for free at 14 Tokyo locations from late July 2026

The 32-page special booklet 'Tokyo Shime-Ice,' a collaboration between Arukikata and Meiji, will be distributed for free at 14 Tokyo restaurants starting late July 2026.

※ Cover design is subject to change.

[Distribution Period]

From late July 2026

[Distribution Locations]

・Miso-ko Fukku (Ogikubo / Ramen)

・Ramen Yamaguchi (Nishiwaseda / Ramen)

・Menya Mikan (Nakameguro / Ramen)

・Tonkotsu Soshou (Koenji / Ramen)

・Toripotaramen THANK Otemon (Hamamatsucho / Ramen)

・Daigorou (Gakugeidaigaku / Meat)

・CHACO Ame miya [Chaco Ame miya] (Sendagaya / Meat)

・Kyogyusou Ishimoto Main Store [Kyogyusou] (Ryogoku / Meat)

・Yasaimura Daichi Akasaka Tachimachi-dori Store (Akasaka / Meat)

・BRISK STAND NAKAMEGURO (Nakameguro / Meat)

・Han'nya [Pannya] (Shimokitazawa / Curry)

・Tomato (Ogikubo / Curry)

・Ajanta (Kojimachi / Curry)

・Getsuyoubi (Kugayama / Curry)

※ Distribution ends when supplies run out.

■ Sampling starts June 15 at select locations, ahead of booklet distribution

Sampling of the 'Meiji Bulgaria Frozen Yogurt Dessert' will be offered for free at 6 of the 14 Tokyo restaurants featured in the booklet (starting June 15, 2026, limited quantities). Experience 'shime-ice' ahead of time.

● Free Sampling Locations

・Ramen Yamaguchi (Nishiwaseda / Ramen)

・Tonkotsu Soshou (Koenji / Ramen)

・Daigorou (Gakugeidaigaku / Meat)

・BRISK STAND NAKAMEGURO (Nakameguro / Meat)

・Han'nya [Pannya] (Shimokitazawa / Curry)

・Ajanta (Kojimachi / Curry)

※ Implementation details, conditions, and quantities may vary by store. Distribution ends when supplies run out.

■ Arukikata Co., Ltd.

https://www.arukikata.co.jp/company/
・President: Kunihiro Arai
・Established: December 1, 2020 (Business operations began January 1, 2021)
・Capital: 5 million JPY
・Address: 2-11-8 Nishigotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141-8416
・Business: Publishing and related activities of 'Arukikata,' travel marketing, insurance agency services

■ Gakken Holdings Co., Ltd.

https://www.gakken.co.jp/
・President: Hiroaki Miyahara
・Established: March 31, 1947
・Capital: 19,817 million JPY
・Sales: 199.1 billion JPY, 82 consolidated subsidiaries (FY2025)
　　　Listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market (Stock Code: 9470)
・Address: 2-11-8 Nishigotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141-8510
・Phone: 03-6431-1001 (main)
・Business: Holding company for education and healthcare welfare businesses established in 1946
　　　　Education: Classroom and tutoring businesses including 'Gakken Classroom,'
　　　　　　　Publishing and content businesses such as learning materials,
　　　　　　　Kindergarten and school businesses including textbooks and childcare supplies
　　　　Healthcare and Welfare: Service-oriented housing for the elderly,
　　　　　　　Dementia group homes,
　　　　　　　Childcare support such as kindergartens and after-school programs
　　　　Global: Operations and business activities in over 150 countries