The “Chicken Rice Bento” sold at Takasaki Station is a long-running bestseller that has been on the market since 1934 (Showa 9). Takasaki Bento (Takaben), the company that manufactures and sells it, is a time-honored establishment that traces its origins to 1884 (Meiji 17), when it began selling rice balls following the opening of Takasaki…
Month: July 2026
“Suica Penguin” High-Capacity Insulated Tote Bag Now on Sale. Included as a supplement in the Orange Page special issue; the chocolate mint version is available exclusively at convenience stores and online bookstores.
Orange Page released the “Orange Page 2026, August 2 Special Issue” and the “Orange Page 2026, August 3 Special Issue” on July 17. Each issue is priced at 1,590 yen, and both are available in limited quantities. The “Suica Penguin Large Insulated Tote Bag” is included as a special bonus item with the special edition….
Summer use of the “Seishun 18 Ticket” for unlimited JR travel begins tomorrow. Two types are available: 3 consecutive days and 5 consecutive days.
The JR Group began selling the “Seishun 18 Ticket” and the “Seishun 18 Ticket Hokkaido Shinkansen Option Ticket” for the spring of 2026 on July 3. Seishun 18 Ticket (Summer 2026) Sales Period: July 3, 2026 – September 8, 2026 Period of Use: July 18, 2026 – September 8, 2026 Fare: (Same price for adults…
On sale today: “Animal Crossing: New Horizons” large-capacity pouch that opens wide at 180 degrees. The Mamekichi and Tsubukichi embroidery is so cute!
Takarajimasha will release the “Animal Crossing: New Horizons 180-Degree Wide-Opening Leaf-Pattern Quilted Large-Capacity Pouch SPECIAL BOOK” today, July 17. The price is 3,520 yen. It will be available at bookstores and online retailers. This design features Mamekichi and Tsubukichi embroidery on leaf-patterned quilted fabric from Nintendo’s *Animal Crossing: New Horizons*. Measuring approximately 21 × 10…
The October special issue of *Linen* includes “Snoopy” disaster preparedness items as a bonus. The set includes five items, such as a water-resistant PVC pouch and a whistle and light pen.
Takarajimasha will release the October 2026 special issue of “Linen” on August 20. The price is 1,720 yen. It will be available at bookstores and online retailers. The bonus items included with this special issue are disaster preparedness supplies featuring Snoopy and the rest of the “PEANUTS” gang that can also be used in everyday…
UNIQLO Releases “Chiikawa” T-Shirts Today. A Total of 8 Designs, Including the Siren from the Summer Movie
UNIQLO is releasing a new UT collection in collaboration with “Chiikawa” today, July 14. The lineup includes four styles of women’s T-shirts (1,990 yen each) and four styles of kids’ T-shirts (990 yen each). This collection commemorates the release of the movie *Chiikawa: The Secret of Mermaid Island*, and in addition to the familiar characters…
The leaf-patterned quilted pouch from *Animal Crossing: New Horizons* goes on sale today! It’s the perfect size for carrying around.
Takarajimasha will release the “Animal Crossing: New Horizons—Convenient Leaf-Patterned Quilted Daily Pouch for On-the-Go SPECIAL BOOK” today, July 17. The price is 3,289 yen. It will be available at bookstores and online retailers. A quilted pouch featuring a leaf motif from Nintendo’s *Animal Crossing: New Horizons*. The front is adorned with embroidered images of Mamekichi…
In 1986, ANA’s ground staff uniforms were red. The Narita–Los Angeles route is celebrating its 40th anniversary.
On July 16, ANA held an event at Narita Airport to commemorate the 40th anniversary of its Los Angeles route. ANA’s international service began with the Narita–Guam route, which launched on March 3, 1986, followed by the Narita–Los Angeles route on July 16 of that year and the Narita–Washington, D.C., route on July 26. The…
4 Must-Try Dinner Spots in Cairns: From Craft Beer to Steak and Seafood. Includes Restaurants with Japanese Menus and Japanese-Speaking Staff
Dinner in Cairns is easier if you head out a little early. A major advantage of dining in downtown Cairns is that everything is within easy walking distance. The marina, the Esplanade, and the city center are all close together, making it easy to take an evening stroll along the waterfront before heading out to…
Celebrating Peanuts’ 75th Anniversary: A “Snoopy” Check-Patterned BIG Tote Bag as a Free Gift! Pre-orders Now Open for the October Issue of *Linen*
Takarajimasha will release the October 2026 issue of “Linen” on August 20. The price is 1,740 yen. It will be available at bookstores and online retailers. The bonus item is a large check-patterned tote bag featuring a design commemorating the 75th anniversary of “PEANUTS” and its characters, including Snoopy. The bag is made of a…