The same Fruity Glam Tint name now points to two different colour decisions. On November 2, 2026, Laka’s Japanese distributor JT announced a pair of deeper mini shades followed by a three-shade Pearl Edition. For shoppers planning a Japan trip, the useful starting point is to separate the launch dates and versions before choosing a colour.
The campaign introduces Pearl Edition and Mini, which have different Japanese release dates.
Two dates, two versions
Fruity Glam Tint Mini begins rolling out through Japanese variety retailers on November 2. Pearl Edition follows from November 18. The distributor notes that some stores may not carry the products and limited quantities end when sold out. A start date therefore does not guarantee that every branch has every shade that morning.
Early-November travellers can check for the minis first. Anyone seeking pearl finishes should confirm a post-November 18 visit and the exact branch’s stock. A reseller’s description of a November release is not specific enough on its own.
The minis focus on depth and portability
The two minis described in this announcement as Japan-exclusive contain 1.9g each and cost ¥990 including Japanese tax. #173 Halo is described as a warm rose brown; #193 Muero as a smoky mauve brown. These are the distributor’s colour descriptions, not promises of identical results on every natural lip tone.
Start with the direction you want, warmer brown or a greyer mauve, and consider the eye and cheek colours you normally wear. A small format may suit a compact makeup bag, but its lower ticket price does not automatically mean better value per gram. Other mini shades found online should not be assumed to be the same release configuration.
Japan-exclusive minis: #173 Halo on the left and #193 Muero on the right.
Pearl Edition changes the finish
The three pearl shades are ¥1,980 each including Japanese tax. #G103 Humming pairs coral beige with gold and pink pearl; #G120 Caffeine Rose combines brown rose with blue, pink and gold pearl; #G124 Maro is a muted pink with pink and blue pearl. The release does not state this edition’s capacity, so another version’s weight should not be substituted.
Rather than treating pearl as a synonym for stronger colour, separate the base tone from its points of light. Lighting and viewing angle can change how those reflections appear. This is a way to examine a finish, not a tested verdict on coverage, wear time or how lip texture looks.
Pearl Edition product image, not an editorial swatch test.
Check the complete code and the kind of image
The pearl shades in this release carry a G prefix; the minis are numbered 173 and 193. Match the full product name, edition, shade code and stated capacity when comparing listings. Translated shade names may vary, making the original code especially useful.
The lip images here are brand makeup illustrations, not our own swatches. Natural lip colour, application amount, lighting and screens can affect the impression. Where testing is available, compare a sheer application with layering rather than expecting one campaign image to predict the exact result.
Brand makeup images, #173 left and #193 right; results vary with lips and lighting.
For Taiwan readers, separate currency from availability
The quoted yen prices belong to the Japanese release. Two minis have the same combined list price as one Pearl Edition, but different capacities and finish preferences prevent that arithmetic from settling which purchase is better. Delivery charges, bundles and the exact version also matter when comparing resellers.
This source does not confirm a Taiwan launch date, official Taiwan-dollar price or local distribution. Save the complete shade codes and Japanese dates, then check the relevant market before deciding between an everyday colour and a festive finish.
Questions answered
Do both editions launch together?
No. The Japanese rollout begins November 2 for Mini and November 18 for Pearl Edition.
How large are these minis?
Each contains 1.9g and is ¥990 including Japanese tax; the announced Japan-exclusive shades are #173 and #193.
Is Pearl Edition also 1.9g?
The release does not state its capacity, so that should not be assumed.
Are the pictures editorial swatches?
No. They are brand-supplied product and makeup images.
Has Taiwan received the same release?
The source does not confirm Taiwan dates or prices.
