ANA will run the “ANA Explore Shikoku Campaign,” which offers great deals on travel to Tokushima, Kagawa, Ehime, and Kochi Prefectures, from September 1 through March 30, 2027. In addition to distributing the “Shikoku Round-Trip Enjoyment Coupon,” which offers a 5,000-yen discount per person on package reservations combining airfare and lodging, the campaign also provides…
Month: August 2026
Mizuno × Myaku Myaku × Tunk Tunk: A Triple Collaboration Featuring T-Shirts, Quick-Dry Towels, Shoes, Exercise Balls, and More
The GREEN×EXPO Association and the 2027 International Horticultural Exposition Master License Office announced that, as official licensed merchandise for GREEN×EXPO 2027—to be held in Yokohama in 2027—they have partnered with Mizuno, a leading sports equipment manufacturer, and “Myaku Myaku,” the official mascot of the Osaka-Kansai Expo, as well as “Tunk Tunk,” as official licensed merchandise…
Voting Begins for a Nickname for the New Area at Utsunomiya City’s “Hachimanyama Park.” Set to Open in March 2027, Featuring a Café, Nature Activities, and a Dog Park
The city of Utsunomiya, Tochigi Prefecture, has unveiled three proposed nicknames for “Hachimanyama Park” (5-1-1 Hanada, Utsunomiya City, Tochigi Prefecture), located in the city center, in conjunction with the development of a new area within the park, and has begun accepting votes through a survey. The three proposed nicknames are: “Hachiman Terrace,” which evokes the…
Nakagawa Masashichi Shoten Opens Two Stores in Succession at Tokyo Station and Kokura Station in Kitakyushu; Store-Exclusive Items Featuring “Travel Suitcases” and “Sunflowers” Embroidery Also Available
Nakagawa Masashichi Shoten will open two stores in quick succession: one at Kokura Station in Kitakyushu on September 10 and another at “Gransta Tokyo” inside JR Tokyo Station on September 16. In addition, to commemorate the opening of both stores, the company will sell three limited-edition items: an eco-bag, socks, and a towel handkerchief. Until…
Columbia: Sold-Out Colors and New Colors Now in Stock for the “Yamagenic Pants” Women’s Hiking Pants. Three Models That Flatter Your Legs
Columbia has expanded its fall/winter lineup of “Yamagenic Pants,” a line of women’s hiking pants. The company has restocked popular colors and models that sold out immediately after their launch in February of this year, and has released the new color “Stone Green.” The lineup includes the classic “Women’s Yamagenic Pants” (14,850 yen), featuring an…
Seven-Eleven has been recreated in 1/64 scale—from the sign and interior to the parking lot and hot snacks! This marks the first convenience store to appear in the Tomica series.
In February 2027, Tomytec will release the “Tomicarama Vintage 16a Convenience Store (7-Eleven)” as part of its “Tomicarama Vintage” series of diorama models for adults designed to be enjoyed alongside 1/64-scale die-cast cars. The suggested retail price is 26,400 yen, and the product is intended for ages 15 and up. Pre-orders will begin at 4:00…
“Standing Room” Introduced on Keio Liner Trains During Weekday Rush Hours; Reserved Seat Fees to Vary by Day of the Week, Starting at a Flat Rate of 410 Yen
Starting October 1, Keio Electric Railway will introduce a new “standing room” service on its Keio Liner reserved-seat trains and, at the same time, revise its reserved-seat fees. Since standing room on many trains is consistently full during weekday rush hours, this measure is being implemented in response to passenger requests. In cars 1 through…
Tokyo Metropolitan Government Releases “Tokyo Map,” Which Overlays Free Water Dispensers, Free Wi-Fi, and Other Features on a Single Map
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government and GovTech Tokyo have launched the official version of “Tokyo Map,” a website that allows users to view a variety of map information useful for residents’ daily lives all in one place. The Tokyo Metropolitan Government provides map information useful to residents on the websites of its various bureaus and other…
Marvel-themed credit cards make their Japan debut. Giant photo spots are set up in Tokyo and Osaka, and an exclusive Hong Kong Disney tour is being held.
Walt Disney Japan and JCB are issuing a credit card featuring Marvel designs. This is one of the designs for the “Disney★JCB Card” and will be available for a limited time from September 15 through March 31, 2028. The card features artwork depicting heroes such as Iron Man, Spider-Man, and the Hulk gathered together, along…
Thermos: Pokémon-themed water bottles, mugs, and cooler bags. Choose from 18 designs, including Pikachu, Eevee, Snorlax, and Mimikyu.
On August 21, Thermos released four items featuring Pokémon designs. The “Vacuum-Insulated Travel Mug (JOW Series)” and “Vacuum-Insulated Kids’ Travel Mug (JOI Series)” water bottles, which feature a vacuum-insulated structure for superior heat retention and cold retention, the “Vacuum-Insulated Mug (JDG Series),” which also features a vacuum flask structure; and the “Insulated Lunch Bag (RFR…