On July 22, the Aichi-Nagoya Tourism Promotion Council, NEXCO Central Japan, and Nagoya Expressway began selling “Hayatabi: ‘Let’s Explore the Fun of Aichi and Nagoya! Drive Plan with the Aichi-Nagoya Sightseeing Passport’,” a discount package available exclusively to vehicles equipped with ETC. This package combines the “Sightseeing Pass,” which offers unlimited travel at a flat…
Month: July 2026
Lazona Kawasaki undergoes its largest-ever renovation, expanding the food court and adding a new cosmetics area. Ten stores, including “Sushi-Katsu,” have opened ahead of schedule.
Mitsui Fudosan announced that it will carry out one of the largest-scale renovations to date at the large-scale commercial facility “Mitsui Shopping Park Lazona Kawasaki Plaza” (72-1 Horikawa-cho, Saiwai-ku, Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture) from October 2026 through the spring of 2029. This phased renovation is timed to coincide with the 20th anniversary of the facility’s…
JAL Opens “Auberge Furano,” a Restaurant Where Guests Can Stay Overnight. The property features a 26-seat French restaurant and a 10-room hotel, with rates starting at 30,000 yen per night, including two meals.
JAL and Nissho will open “JAL Auberge Furano” (1-83 Miyamachi, Nakafurano-cho, Sorachi District, Hokkaido), a French restaurant that also offers lodging, on December 4. Ahead of the opening, the company began accepting reservations on July 22. The facility consists of a 26-seat French restaurant called “JAL Auberge FURANO BOLÉT” and a guest room area with…
The Blue Impulse flies over Aomori. Their demonstration flight at the “National Sports and Para Sports Torch-Lighting Ceremony” begins at 3:15 p.m.
The Japan Air Self-Defense Force will perform a Blue Impulse demonstration flight at the “Aomori National Sports and Para Sports Torch-Lighting Ceremony: Blue Sparkle,” to be held on July 25 at the Sannai-Maruyama Archaeological Site (305 Sannai-Maruyama, Aomori City, Aomori Prefecture). The flight is scheduled to take place from 3:15 p.m. to 3:25 p.m. The…
Omusubi Shop Honnoriya is offering a limited-edition set that includes a “Suica Penguin” insulated drawstring tote. Available in four colors, including an online-exclusive version.
“Omusubi-dokoro Honnoriya,” operated by JR East Cross Station Foods Company, will release the “Suica Penguin Fluffy Insulated Drawstring Tote & Onigiri Set” on July 24. This limited-quantity item is priced at 2,480 yen (2,380 yen when paid with Suica or other transportation-based electronic money). A set that includes two rice balls, fried chicken, and a…
The Sanyo Shinkansen “Kodama” trains will feature a new exterior design for their existing cars. Starting this winter, they will be painted in “Sanyo Blue,” a shade that appears to be emerald green.
On July 22, JR West announced that it would be changing the exterior design of the N700 series 6000-series trains operating as the Sanyo Shinkansen “Kodama” service (Shin-Osaka–Hakata). The new design is scheduled to enter service this winter. Since September 2025, the Sanyo Shinkansen “Kodama” service has been operating with 8-car trains, created by shortening…
La Vista Atami Terrace: Up to 30% Off Packages with One Night’s Stay and Two Meals (Buffet)! Enjoy a panoramic view of the fireworks over the sea from guest rooms with private hot springs or the open-air bath with a view. Rakuten Travel Special Coupon Week
Rakuten Travel is holding its “Special Coupon Week” through July 31, offering discounts of up to 30% on travel reservations. By combining multiple coupons currently available, you can book eligible hotels and hot spring inns nationwide at great savings. Kyoritsu Maintenance’s “La Vista Atami Terrace” (8-19 Higashikaigan-cho, Atami City, Shizuoka Prefecture), a resort hotel with…
“Mochiri Myaku Myaku” Transforms into a Leopard-Print Design That’s So Osaka! The standing figure is available in strictly limited quantities and is currently on sale at souvenir shops.
FUJISEY, part of the ANA Group, released the “EXPO 2025 Myaku Myaku Soft Plush Toy (Standing/Lying Down, Leopard Print),” an officially licensed EXPO 2025 product, on July 10. The lineup includes two types—”Lying Down” and “Standing”—each priced at 2,200 yen. A new “leopard print” design has been added to the hugely popular series featuring “Myaku…
A new “Gray-Black” color has been added to the “Chewy and Squishy” texture that’s sure to become addictive. The standard colors will also be restocked, and a mini size perfect for stuffed animal crafting is now available.
FUJISEY, a member of the ANA Group, released the “EXPO 2025 Myaku Myaku Soft and Squishy Plush Toy (Standing, Ash Black),” an officially licensed EXPO 2025 product, on July 4. It is available at all 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo Official Stores. A new color, “Gray-Black,” has been added to the hugely popular series featuring “Myaku Myaku,”…
Navitime Revamps “NAVITIME Transit” for International Route Search with a Route Map-Based UI; Also Launches International eSIM Service
On July 22, Navitime Japan revamped its global route map and transit directions app, “NAVITIME Transit,” and launched its eSIM service, “NAVITIME eSIM.” NAVITIME Transit has been redesigned with an intuitive user interface centered around route maps. The graphics, similar to those in a map app, make it easier to understand spatial relationships. Even when…