NEXCO Central Japan will switch 35 tollgates to ETC-only tollgates from early March to mid-May. The tollgates (ICs) and switchover dates are as follows: Since no general lanes are provided at ETC-only tollgates, vehicles that cannot use ETC will need to use the lanes marked “Support”. read more © Source travel watch
Month: February 2026
Peach’s “Peach’s Travel Fest” from January 30, 2012, offering 3,000 yen one-way discount for domestic and international flights. Also, 10,000 yen discount campaign for international flights.
Peach’s Travel Festivals Sale to be held in three installments from January 30 to February 8, February 10 to 18, and February 20 to 28. In addition to airline tickets, there will also be linked events on packages that include accommodations, insurance and car rental reservations, and the e-commerce site “PEACH SHOP ONLINE”. The first…
Co-Creation x Innovation Program QUEST2026 starts! ｜ News & PR
JICA Co-Creation x Innovation Program QUEST2026 is about to start. This program aims to create innovative co-creation projects that contribute to solving issues in developing countries together with various actors in the private sector, academia, public institutions, and civil society. For the second edition of QUEST2026, JICA itself will be focusing more on each demonstration…
Francfranc launches “Charm Eco Bag” that can be carried like an accessory. Ribbon/heart/shell shape, etc.
Francfranc will release a series of new eco-friendly bags, bottles, and tumblers to get you in the mood to go out, starting January 23 at Francfranc stores nationwide (already available at some stores and online stores; not available at outlet stores). The eco bags all come with a storage function and are designed with “charms”…
MUJI to launch wireless headphones. I tried them out for 6,900 yen with noise cancellation.
Ryohin Keikaku held the MUJI 2026 Spring/Summer New Product Exhibition. This term, the company is strengthening the development of audio products such as earphones and speakers. All of these products are scheduled to go on sale in early July. The “Wireless Headphones with Noise Canceling Function” (white/gray, 6,990 yen each) are particularly noteworthy, weighing approximately…
First heat-shielding parasol from MUJI! Report on the exhibition of new products for spring/summer 2026: 99% light shielding rate for only 1,990 yen, and a wide variety of colors of sunglasses!
Some colors are on pre-sale at the online store and at participating stores; more stores will sell the product from February 2, and the color range will be expanded by early April. The back of the backpack is made of mesh material, making it comfortable for use at summer theme parks, music festivals, and long…
MUJI renews its lineup of carry-on cases. The number of colors, including orange/green, is the largest ever.
Ryohin Keikaku held an exhibition of new MUJI products for spring/summer 2026. In the travel goods category, MUJI has substantially renewed its carry cases, which have been available since 2011. The exterior has been changed to the same scratch-resistant grainy finish as the initial model, and the main sizes (36L/75L capacity) are now available in…
Tokyu Corporation to Revise Timetable on March 14. Denentoshi Line express trains during busy hours will be converted to semi-express trains, and service on the Tokyu Tamagawa Line will be increased on weekends and holidays, etc.
On March 14, Tokyu Corporation will implement a timetable revision on all lines except the Setagaya and Kodomonokuni lines. The following is a description of the main points of revision. On the Toyoko Line, the interval between trains will be evened out on weekday 18:00 down trains, and the time of the last train and…
MUJI focuses on “wash” care next to highly moisturizing beauty essence. Natural-derived head scrubs and face masks that can also wash your face are now available.
Ryohin Keikaku held an exhibition of new MUJI products for spring/summer 2026. Among household goods, skincare products are popular among both men and women of all ages. Recently, moisturizing items such as “high-concentration beauty essence” (2,490 yen each), which is made from carefully selected ingredients, have been selling well. For spring and summer, the brand…
Ace launches improved “Gadgetable CB2”. New model with capacity expansion and new gray color added.
Ace released an improved version of the “Gadgetable CB2” series of business backpacks from the “ace.” brand. Based on the lightweight and highly durable material “Gadgetable CB,” this is a tough model that can withstand hard use. The new lineup includes a new model equipped with an expand function that allows the capacity to be…