Rakuten Travel is holding a “Special Coupon Week” promotion through 9:59 a.m. on July 31, offering discounts of up to 30% on travel reservations. Starting July 21, the company is distributing a limited number of coupons that can be used for domestic accommodations, Rakuten Pack (transportation + lodging), car rentals, and sightseeing experiences (activity reservations)….
Month: July 2026
New Pokémon Travel Goods, Including a Packable Pikachu T-Shirt and a Metamon Passport Cover
TradeWorks is releasing new Pokémon-themed items from its travel goods brand, “gowell.” The “Packable Pikachu T-Shirt” folds up compactly for easy portability. It features a Pikachu silhouette on the chest against a black background and a large, bold depiction of Pikachu’s tail on the back. It is made with moisture-wicking and quick-drying fabric and is…
Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Implements Safety Measures for “Right Turns” by Foreign Visitors Renting Cars in Japan; Measures in Place at New Chitose, Fukuoka, and Naha Airports
The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism will begin full-scale implementation of traffic safety measures for rental cars used by foreign visitors in areas surrounding airports. These measures are in response to the increase in rental car accidents, which has coincided with the recovery in the number of international visitors to Japan. As a…
Disney Resort Line to Feature Photographs by Masashi Asada on Its Free Passes; All 10 Designs to Be Released in Two Phases
The Disney Resort Line will begin selling a new unlimited-ride pass as part of the Tokyo Disney Resort Photography Project, “Imagining the Magic.” The first series, featuring two varieties, will be available from October 15 to December 2. The second series, featuring eight varieties, will be available from December 3 to January 11, 2027, for…
Photographer Masashi Asada captures Tokyo DisneySea on its 25th anniversary. New live-action merchandise and a photo exhibition have been announced.
Tokyo DisneySea will release new “Imagining the Magic” merchandise on October 15. “Imagining the Magic” is a photography project by Tokyo Disney Resort that captures moments of dreams and magic. In 2026, photographer Masashi Asada will capture Tokyo DisneySea, which will be brimming with festive spirit as it celebrates its 25th anniversary, and the resulting…
A Roundup of Fireworks Festivals in August. Packed with major events, including “Makuhari Beach”—one of Japan’s largest with 24,000 fireworks—and “Nagaoka,” one of Japan’s Three Great Fireworks Festivals!
Summer is now in full swing, and in August, large-scale fireworks displays are held day after day across the country. In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of must-see events from among the fireworks displays taking place in August—perfect for visiting during summer vacation or the Obon holiday. In the Kanto region and its surrounding…
On sale today! The September special issue of *Linen* comes with a Miffy x Coleman summer-themed eco-bag as a freebie, plus a backpack-style mini pouch.
Takarajimasha will release the September 2026 special issue of “Linen” today, July 21. The price is 1,720 yen. It will be available at bookstores and online retailers. The special edition includes a mini backpack pouch and a summer-themed eco-bag from the Miffy x Coleman collaboration. The pouch, modeled after Coleman’s popular “Walker” backpack, comes with…
The September issue of *Linen*, featuring a Miffy x Coleman shoulder bag as a freebie, goes on sale today! The set also includes a summer-themed PVC pouch.
Takarajimasha will release the September 2026 issue of “Linen” today, July 21. The price is 1,720 yen. It will be available at bookstores and online retailers. The special bonus items are a Miffy x Coleman shoulder bag and a clear pouch with a summery pattern. This versatile bag, perfect for everything from daily outings to…
[Visiting RV Parks: Hubs for Overnight Stays in Your RV] The Largest Site Yet at 20×10m. We Stayed at a Grass-Covered RV Park in Kamisu City, Ibaraki: “RV Park Water Garden Resort Camp & Marina” and “RV Park Hikawahama”
This time, we’ll be introducing two facilities located in Kamisu City, Ibaraki Prefecture: “RV Park Water Garden Resort Camp & Marina” and “RV Park Hikawabama.” While their names might suggest they have no connection, they are actually operated by the same company. The parent company is Token, which operates a campground called “Water Garden Resort…
Pokémon-Themed Buses Are Running in Ishikawa and Noto! We Went to Check Out Hokutetsu’s Exclusive Limited-Edition Circulator and Express Buses Right Away
On July 17, Ishikawa Prefecture held a “Pokémon-Themed Bus Unveiling Ceremony” at Japan Aviation High School Ishikawa. As part of the “Come On Over! Pokémon Noto Tour” initiative to support tourism on the Noto Peninsula—a project undertaken in collaboration with the Pokémon With You Foundation—the Hokuriku Railway Group unveiled two buses on July 18: the…