On June 30, Accor officially launched its premium paid membership program, “ALL Accor+ Explorer,” in Japan. The annual membership fee is 39,800 yen. Members receive benefits such as two free nights per year redeemable at over 1,400 hotels in Japan, the Asia-Pacific region, and the UAE; a 30% discount on meals at participating hotels; a…
Month: July 2026
[Asami Araki’s Life in Paris] The “Island of Impressionism” floating on the Seine, beloved by the masters of Impressionism and the birthplace of countless masterpieces
I visited the “Island of the Impressionists.” It’s located in the town of Châteaux, in western Paris—about a 30-minute train ride from central Paris—on an island in the Seine River. With the arrival of the railroad in the late 19th century, this area flourished as a recreational destination for Parisians. Impressionist masters such as Renoir,…
The Blue Impulse will fly over Tokushima. They will circle from Cape Kamogata to the Great Naruto Bridge, starting at 12:20 p.m.
On July 19, the Japan Air Self-Defense Force will conduct a Blue Impulse demonstration flight in the southeastern coastal area of Tokushima and as part of the “Komatsushima Port Festival 2026,” a commemorative event marking the 75th anniversary of Komatsushima City’s establishment. The flight will take place from 12:20 p.m. to 12:40 p.m. The aircraft…
Takarajimasha’s “Summer Clearance Sale” with up to 80% off. Magazines with free gifts for 980 yen or less / Recovery wear at half price / Great-value lucky bags, too
Takarajimasha is holding its “Summer Clearance Sale,” featuring discounts of up to 80% on products available on its official online store, “Takarajima Channel,” through August 16. Recovery Wear for General Medical Use Highlights include a clearance sale offering up to 50% off previous models from the “Recoverypro Lab. Fatigue Recovery Wear” series, as well as…
The “Shintomicho Exit” on the Tokyo Metropolitan Expressway’s Central Ring Road will be closed on October 18, and the “Ginza Entrance” will be closed for approximately three years. This is due to the construction of a new underground tunnel.
The Metropolitan Expressway Authority announced that, starting at 11:00 p.m. on October 18, it will close the “Shintomicho Exit (Inbound and Outbound)” on the Central Ring Road (C1) and close the “Ginza Entrance (Inbound)” for an extended period of approximately three years. This is part of the construction of the “Shin-Kyobashi Link,” a new underground…
Ryugujo Spa Hotel Mikazuki Ryugutei: Up to 30% off one-night stays with two meals included. Features include over 60 types of large public baths overlooking Tokyo Bay and one of the largest infinity pools in the Tokyo Bay area, among other amenities.
Rakuten Travel is holding the “Rakuten Travel Summer Sale,” offering great deals on summer travel reservations, through July 21. The sale features special packages at hotels and hot spring inns nationwide, and customers can save up to 30% by combining these offers with currently available coupons. “Ryugujo Spa Hotel Mikazuki Ryugutei” in Chiba Prefecture (1…
Tokyo Station’s “Suica Summer Festival” features a “Chicken Bento” with an original illustration by Chiharu Sakazaki and special chopsticks. There will also be a grand raffle with plush toys as prizes.
The Pensta POP-UP Store will be held at “Square Zero,” the Gransta Tokyo event space located on the B1 level inside the ticket gates at JR Tokyo Station. The store will sell collaboration items featuring the long-running station bento “Chicken Bento,” as well as other summer-themed items. Suica Penguin Chicken Seaweed Rice Box (1,300 yen)…
Asakusa Hanayashiki to Extend Hours Until 9:00 p.m. on the Day of the Sumida River Fireworks: “We Might Be Able to See Them, or We Might Not”
“Asakusa Hanayashiki” (2-28-1 Asakusa, Taito Ward, Tokyo) will hold special hours on July 25, the day of the Sumida River Fireworks Festival. The park, which normally closes at 6:00 p.m., will remain open until 9:00 p.m. Under the theme “Enjoying the Sumida River Fireworks Festival Beyond Just Watching,” the event will feature six activities: holding,…
Jetstar Launches “Superstar Sale.” Domestic and Asian Routes Starting at 3,820 yen One-Way
Jetstar Japan will hold its “Superstar Sale” from 12:00 p.m. on July 17 through 4:59 p.m. on July 21. During the sale period, tickets for 26 domestic routes and 3 international (Asian) routes will be available starting at 3,820 yen one-way. Since all fares are for the “Stater” economy class, payment fees, airport taxes, checked…
Giant Tsum Characters Make an Appearance at the Disney Store Summer Festival’s “Everyone Wins” Raffle. Plus, plush keychains featuring Mickey and friends in festival attire.
The Disney Store will kick off its “Disney Store Summer Festival” on July 24. To coincide with the event, the “Summer Festival Raffle” will be held at physical stores and the official online store. With the promise that “everyone wins,” participants can win popular items such as plush toys, apparel, lifestyle goods, and stationery. This…