ANA announced that the Honolulu, Hawaii “ANA Express Bus” service will end on May 31 (local time). The electric buses, based on BYD vehicles that run nonstop between Waikiki and Ala Moana, were introduced in the midst of increased conservation efforts throughout Hawaii. After a temporary suspension of the Corona Disaster, the service was resumed…
Month: April 2026
Saitama Super Arena is to be nicknamed “GMO Arena Saitama” for six years starting in April, with major renovation work underway until the end of March, 2015.
Saitama Super Arena (8 Shintoshin, Chuo-ku, Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture) announced the results of its call for value-up naming rights partners: the facility will be nicknamed “GMO ARENA Saitama” (GMO ARENA saitama) for six years from April 1, 2026 to March 31, 2032. Naming rights will be acquired by GMO Internet Group, one of the…
The appendix is a Kiwi Brothers “Red” plush eco-bag! Pre-orders for the July issue of InRed are now open!
Takarajimasya will release the July 2026 issue of InRed on June 5. The price is 1,900 yen. The special supplement is a plush Zespri “Kiwi Brothers” eco-bag. Following last year’s much-talked-about “green” bag, this year’s bag features a new “red” motif. The stuffed animal part of the bag is a storage pouch, so when not…
Meijo Line train service increased due to Arashi and TOBE Assembly Live. Sakuradori Line to be used for travel to Nagoya Station.
The Nagoya City Transportation Bureau will operate additional trains on the Meijo Subway Line from April 6 to 8 and April 20 to 22. Arashi Live “ARASHI LIVE TOUR 2026 We are ARASHI” (April 6-8) and TOBE Live “to HEROes – TOBE 3rd Super Live” (April 20-22) to be held at Bantelin Dome Nagoya (1-1-1…
Publication of Disciplinary Actions ｜ News & Public Relations
Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has taken disciplinary action against a staff member and others. 1. Person subject to disciplinary action: Executive officer (equivalent to deputy director) (at the time) belonging to an overseas office, etc. 2. Disciplinary action: Warning 3. Date of disposal: March 27, 2026 4. Summary of the case: Since his/her arrival…
Redevelopment of Kongo Station on the Nankai Koya Line to be fully renewed by the end of FY2033. Commercial facilities, bus terminal, etc. to be developed; three public/private parties to sign agreement.
Nankai Electric Railway, Osaka Sayama City, and Tondabayashi City signed a basic agreement on March 30 regarding the Kongo Station Area Redevelopment Project. They agreed to jointly promote the “Kongo Station Area Redevelopment Project” between the public and private sectors. The number of users of Kongo Station on the Nankai Koya Line, a limited express…
Peach’s Airbus A320neo aircraft with Airspace specifications will enter service on April 1, with USB Type-A/C compatible power ports in all seats.
Peach Aviation will begin operating an Airbus A320neo aircraft (registration code: JA217P) on April 1. The new aircraft was received in Toulouse, France on March 23, and is equipped with Airbus’ latest cabin specification, Airspace. The first flight is scheduled for MM105 (Kansai International Airport – Shin-Chitose) on April 1. Passengers will receive commemorative stickers…
Disney Store Kyoto Porta” opens in the Kyoto Station underground shopping mall. Mellow-browed Ushiwakamaru Mickey Urupocha and other limited items on sale.
Disney Store will open “Disney Store Kyoto Porta” on April 28. To celebrate the grand opening, limited items will be sold. The lineup includes three plush toys (5200 yen each), plush keychains (3300 yen each), and Urupocha-chan series plush toys (2200 yen each), all of which feature Disney characters dressed as Ushiwakamaru and Benkei, historical…
Airline Monthly May 2026 issue, featuring “Takeoff & Landing. Close reporting on pilot training, mechanism illustrated book, etc.
On March 30, Ikaros Shuppan released “Monthly Airline May 2026,” an A4-size, 144-page book priced at 1,760 yen. The special feature is “TAKE OFF & LANDING – An Encyclopedia of the Mechanics, Runways, Maneuvers, and Cabins Behind Takeoff and Landing. It is no exaggeration to say that takeoffs and landings are the most glorious moments…
Those who traveled in Japan from January to March are eligible to apply. Up to 30,000 yen coupon to be won by lottery “Let’s stay on a weekday! Deadline: April 5
JATA (Japan Association of Travel Agents) is conducting the “Stay on a Weekday” campaign, where you can win travel coupons worth up to 30,000 yen by drawing lots. campaign, in which you can win travel coupons worth up to 30,000 yen. Those who have made reservations through JATA member travel agencies such as JTB and…