UNIQLO is holding its “Pre-Summer Mega Sale” from today, the 26th, through July 2. Ahead of the arrival of summer, the lineup includes “Full-Zip Hoodies” (special price: 1,990 yen) and “Cardigans” (special price: 1,990 yen)—both offering “UV protection through clothing”—as well as “AIRism Undershirts” (special price: 990 yen), which keep you cool and comfortable even…
Month: June 2026
OPAQUE.CLIP × Miffy: New Summer Travel Goods Now Available. Carry-on suitcases, carry-on bags, handheld fans, and more
All-Over Print Foldable Carry-On BIG Tote Bag / 2-Way Boston Bag (5,480 yen / 5,980 yen) This line of carry-on bags, which can be attached to a carry-on handle, includes two styles: a tote and a Boston bag. Both are foldable and packable, making them ideal as a secondary bag while traveling or for carrying…
“UNIQLO JR Shin-Osaka Store” to Reopen with Expanded Space on July 3; Collaborative T-Shirts with JR West and Ganko Sushi to Go on Sale
JR West Fashion Goods will reopen the “UNIQLO JR Shin-Osaka Store,” located on the second floor of “Alde Shin-Osaka” at Shin-Osaka Station, on July 3 following an expansion and renovation. The store’s floor space will be expanded from approximately 81 tsubo to approximately 135 tsubo, and in addition to men’s and women’s apparel, the store…
The new flavor of the Shinkansen’s “Super Hard Ice Cream” is “La France.” It goes on sale July 1 at vending machines on trains and at stations.
JR East Service Creation, JR Central Retailing Plus, and JR West Food Service Net will launch their new “Sujata Ice Cream (La France Pears from Yamagata Prefecture)” on July 1 on Shinkansen trains and other locations. This fourth installment in a series of original flavors developed through a joint project by three companies features La…
Visa fees for visitors to Japan to be revised for the first time in 48 years. Starting in July, fees will rise from approximately 3,000 yen to approximately 15,000 yen, coinciding with a reduction in passport fees.
On June 19, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that it would revise the fees for issuing visas required for foreign nationals visiting Japan. Similar to the reduction in passport application fees and the increase in the International Tourism Tax (departure tax) rate, these changes will take effect for applications submitted on or after July…
A new, vibrant pink “Suica Penguin” attendant luggage tag. Available exclusively on Shinkansen and limited-express trains.
JR East Service Creation and Orange Page will release a new design of the “Suica Penguin Attendant Series Luggage Tag” on July 7. The price is 2,000 yen. They will be available exclusively through onboard sales on the Tohoku, Joetsu, Yamagata, Akita, and Hokuriku Shinkansen lines, as well as on the “Azusa” and “Hitachi” limited…
Myaku Myaku Tigers Unveil Lineup of Collaboration Items, Including 3D “Tiger-Colored” Keychains and Mascots
Heso Production has unveiled the lineup for the 2026 edition of “Myaku Myaku Tigers,” a collaboration between Myaku Myaku—the official mascot of the Osaka-Kansai Expo—and the Hanshin Tigers. In addition to Myaku Myaku’s “3D Rubber Keychain with Strap” (1,430 yen), which features yellow and black tiger-striped colors reminiscent of the Hanshin Tigers’ team colors, the…
Myaku Myaku Joins the Japan National Soccer Team! Secret-Design Stickers, Envelope Cases, and More
Heso Production will begin releasing new “Japan National Team Ver.” merchandise featuring Myaku Myaku as officially licensed products starting in June. The lineup features “Myaku Myaku,” the mascot of the Osaka-Kansai Expo, wearing the Japanese national soccer team’s uniform, including a secret-design die-cut sticker (605 yen) and a wooden stand with a clip (1,100 yen),…
Airport Building No. 2 Station, directly connected to Narita Terminal 2, aims to alleviate congestion by eliminating double ticket gates and removing unused security checkpoints and glass doors
NAA (Narita International Airport), Keisei Electric Railway, JR East, and Narita Airport Express have announced that they will carry out renovations at “Airport Building No. 2 Station,” which is directly connected to Terminal 2, to alleviate congestion. They aim to begin operations in the first half of fiscal year 2028. The current Airport Terminal 2…
“Sarugakyo Hotel” Has Been Renovated, Featuring Guest Rooms with Views of Lake Akaya and Rooms with Open-Air Baths Fed by Natural Hot Spring Water
Itoen Hotels will reopen the “Sarugakyo Hotel” (1171 Sarugakyo Onsen, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture) in Sarugakyo Onsen, Minakami-machi, Gunma Prefecture, on July 25. Room rates start at 9,680 yen per person, including one night’s stay and two meals. Reservations will be accepted online starting July 1 and by phone starting July 10. This hotel boasts…