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Month: February 2026

Seibu Railway to Introduce New “Tokyiro” Train in Spring 2027. Equipped with reclining seats, power supply, free Wi-Fi, and restrooms

Posted on February 19, 2026 by Editor in Chief

On February 19, Seibu Railway announced the introduction of the new “Tokyiro” train on its Shinjuku Line. The service will begin in the spring of 2027. Developed to meet diversifying work styles and mobility needs, this train is the successor to the 10,000 series limited express trains currently in operation. The lightweight aluminum body eliminates…

Appendix is a mini stationery set in a “Puppet Soon Soon” can case. Pre-orders for the May issue of Linnell are now available!

Posted on February 19, 2026 by Editor in Chief

Takarajimasya will release the May 2026 issue of “Linnell” on March 19. The price is 1,620 yen. The special appendix is a set of eight mini stationery items that are convenient for carrying around “Puppet Soon. The set comes in a cute navy-colored can case and includes sticky notes, a round paper clip, masking tape,…

Takarajimasya’s “Mobile Suit Gundam” shoulder bag comes with a “three-color dango halo” charm! Also available at Seven

Posted on February 19, 2026 by Editor in Chief

Takarajimasya will release “Mobile Suit Gundam Spring Halo Three-color Halo Shoulder Bag & Charm Book” on March 19. The price is 3,839 yen. In addition to bookstores and online bookstores, the book will also be available at Seven-Eleven and Seven Net Shopping. The well-known mascot character “Halo” from the Gundam series is now available in…

Mobile Suit Gundam’s “Halo” is now cherry blossom-colored! Spring Limited Edition Round Pouches on Sale at Bookstores and Seven!

Posted on February 19, 2026 by Editor in Chief

Takarajimasya will release “Mobile Suit Gundam Spring Halo Sakura Halo Pouch Book” on March 19. The price is 3,619 yen. It will be available at bookstores, online bookstores, Seven-Eleven, and Seven Net Shopping. The well-known mascot character “Halo” from the Gundam series is now available in a Japan-only “spring version”. The round pouch features Halo’s…

Mobile Suit Gundam’s Halo Becomes a “Three-Colored Dango”! Fluffy plush charms on sale at bookstores and Seven!

Posted on February 19, 2026 by Editor in Chief

Takarajimasya will release “Mobile Suit Gundam Spring Halo: Three Color Dango Halo Plush Charm Book” on March 19. The price is 3,289 yen. It will be available at bookstores, online bookstores, Seven-Eleven, and Seven Net Shopping. The well-known mascot character “Halo” from the Gundam series is now available in a Japan-only “spring version”. The plush…

Sanyo and Kyushu Shinkansen bullet train in-train beverage vending machines to cease operation at the end of March

Posted on February 19, 2026 by Editor in Chief

JR West and JR Kyushu will cease operation of in-train beverage vending machines on the Sanyo and Kyushu Shinkansen lines by the end of March. The subject trains are the Shinkansen trains operating between Shin-Osaka and Kagoshima-Chuo with 8-car N700 Series trains, and work will be performed sequentially from February 19 onward in conjunction with…

Kinki Nippon Tourist offers up to 10,000 yen off transportation and lodging packages in the “2026 Kintetsu Spring Travel” program. Spring vacation and GW are also covered.

Posted on February 19, 2026 by Editor in Chief

Discount coupons will be distributed for use during spring break and Golden Week, and discounts of up to 10,000 yen will be offered for new applications for dynamic packages in Japan. There are no blackout dates and the coupons can be used on all dates. Kinki Nippon Tourist Blue Planet will launch the “2026 Kintetsu…

Thermos introduces new matte colors for its “Vacuum Insulated Jugs. Large capacity 600L/720L, keeps beer and highballs cold.

Posted on February 19, 2026 by Editor in Chief

Thermos will release the “Vacuum Insulated Jockey (JDK-602C/722C)” on February 21. The stainless steel vacuum-insulated mug can be used for both warming and cooling, and keeps beer, highballs, and other alcoholic beverages at the perfect drinking temperature. This time, the existing product has been renewed in matte colors, and the new lineup includes gray, blue,…

Two flower-patterned pouches by Scandinavian design “kippis” are included in the supplemental issue. Pre-orders for the May issue of Linnell are now open!

Posted on February 19, 2026 by Editor in Chief

Takarajimasya will release the May 2026 extra issue of “Linnell” on March 19. The price is 1,620 yen. The supplement to the extra issue is a two-piece set of quilted pouch and tissue pouch from the original Scandinavian design brand “kippis. The “Ihmekasvi” pattern depicts a mysterious plant that produces a variety of flowers from…

Tokyo Disney Resort, PALPAR Sea 25th Anniversary merchandise purchases require advance store reservations and standby passes at some stores.

Posted on February 19, 2026 by Editor in Chief

Tokyo Disney Resort has announced that some stores will require a standby pass and advance reservations for the purchase of new merchandise to be released on April 8. The period is for the time being, and no deadline has been set at this time. Merchandise celebrating Tokyo DisneySea’s 25th anniversary is available at the following…

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