On March 1, Hoshino Resort revised the rules for accommodations when accompanied by a pet dog at its 42 dog-friendly facilities nationwide. The frequency of vaccination with a mixed vaccine, which had been a requirement for staying at these facilities, has been revised from once a year to once every three years in accordance with…
Month: June 2026
Two “City Express by Marriott” hotels open in Osaka. 100 rooms at Shin-Imamiya Station and 143 rooms at Hanazonomachi Station.
Marriott International opened two “City Express by Marriott” hotels in Osaka on May 7. This is the brand’s first entry into the Asia Pacific region, and the two hotels will be managed by Shin-Imamiya Hospitality. The opening of the new City Express by Marriott is part of Marriott’s global expansion of its midscale segment, which…
Nitori “N+” rain loafers and boots for everyday use. Elegant design, easy to put on and take off, from 2,390 yen.
N+, Nitori’s apparel brand, has released “Rain Loafers” (2,390 yen) and “Rain Boots” (2,490 yen), which can be used for everyday purposes. They will be available at N+ stores nationwide and on Nitori net. The lineup includes two models that combine functionality and design so that they can be worn stylishly on rainy days and…
Metropolitan Expressway closed for 48 hours on downbound Haneda Line from midnight on 9th. Between Shibaura and Katsushima
The Metropolitan Expressway will be closed between Shibaura and Katsushima (off-ramp) from midnight on May 9 to 24 on May 10 due to pavement improvement work associated with the renewal of the No. 1 Haneda Route (Higashishinagawa Pier to Samezu Reclaimed Area). As a result, the Shibaura entrance (downstream) will be closed. The project is…
DJI launches the Osmo Mobile 8P smartphone gimbal. The control part is a detachable remote control, priced from 18,480 yen.
DJI JAPAN released the Osmo Mobile 8P gimbal for smartphones on May 7. Prices are 18,480 yen for the Standard Combo, 25,080 yen for the Advanced Tracking Combo, and 32,780 yen for the Creator Combo. The most unique feature is that the control part can be removed as a detachable remote control “Osmo FrameTap”. The…
WILLER offers up to 50% discount on express buses in “Willatra Sale” starting May 15. Save on return trips and expeditions.
WILLER MARKETING will hold its semi-annual big sale, “Willer’s Ultra Sale (Willer Travel Sale),” on its booking site, Willer Travel. The sale period is from 12:00 p.m. on May 15 to 12:00 p.m. on May 29. In addition, a Premier members-only presale will be held from 12:00 p.m. on May 13 to 12:00 p.m. on…
New Series E131 trains will be introduced on the Chuo Main Line, Shinonoi Line, and Shinetsu Main Line this fall. Seat width is widened, security cameras are installed, etc.
JR East will introduce the new “E131 Series” train this fall on the Chuo Main Line, Shinanoi Line, and Shinetsu Main Line. It will operate across the Chuo Main Line (between Takao Station and Shiojiri Station), Shinonoi Line (between Shiojiri Station and Shinonoi Station), and Shinetsu Main Line (between Shinonoi Station and Nagano Station), with…
Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, offers up to 5,000 yen discount for “Hitoyoshi Enjoy Travel Campaign”. Featuring Onsen Musume, with coupons for 1,000 yen off food, drink, and experiences.
Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, is conducting the “Hitoyoshi Enjoy Travel Campaign” to support travelers. Reservations for stays between June 1 and September 30 (excluding August 13-15 during the Bon Festival) are now being accepted at all accommodation facilities. During the campaign period, a maximum discount of 5,000 yen per person per night will be offered…
Saga Prefecture, up to 20% off travel assistance. More Saga Travel Campaign” at Jalan and Rakuten Travel.
Saga Prefecture is running the “More Saga Travel Campaign,” a lodging discount campaign utilizing the government’s “Temporary Grant for Local Development to Support Priority Measures to Cope with Soaring Prices,” from May 7, 2012. The campaign covers stays from check-in on May 11 to check-out on July 31. During the applicable period, those who book…
Marubeni Corporation Signs Yen Loan Agreement for Vietnam: Small-Scale Infrastructure Development in Northern and Mountainous Regions Contributes to Poverty Reduction, Gap Reduction, and Climate Change Resilience ｜ News & Press Releases
The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) signed a Loan Agreement (L/A) with the government of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam for two projects in Hanoi, the capital of the country, on May 1. The Loan Agreement (L/A) was signed by Mr. Tran Quoc Phuong, Deputy Minister of Finance of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, and…