The Atami Tourism Bureau in Shizuoka Prefecture has been running an accommodation promotion campaign titled “Summer Isn’t Over Yet” since August 17. As August’s peak season winds down and September approaches—a time when visitors can enjoy a more leisurely stroll through the town—a special website features suggestions for experiences unique to Atami, such as seaside…
Month: August 2026
Traffic restrictions will be in place on August 22–23 during the “52nd Takasaki Festival” in Gunma Prefecture. Vehicles will not be permitted between the Yashima-cho Intersection and the Ara-cho Intersection; the fireworks display will take place on the 22nd.
The Takasaki Festival Executive Committee has announced traffic restrictions for the “52nd Takasaki Festival,” which will be held on August 22–23 (the Grand Fireworks Display will take place on the 22nd). Traffic restrictions will be in effect on August 22 from 1:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. (12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on Ekimae Street) and…
“2WEEK SALE” for the Tokaido Shinkansen + Hotel Package runs through the end of August. Get great deals on reservations for the fall foliage season and the year-end and New Year’s holidays.
JR Tokai Tours is holding its “2WEEK SALE,” which offers great deals on travel reservations for the fall foliage season and the year-end and New Year holidays, through 8:00 p.m. on August 31. The company is offering the “EX Travel Pack,” a package combining Shinkansen tickets and hotel stays in the Tokyo Metropolitan Area, Tokai,…
Japan RV Association Certifies 32 New Overnight Parking Facilities, Including “RV Park Shodoshima Daikannon,” Where Visitors Can Also Pay Their Respects at the Statue’s Womb
The Japan RV Association has certified 32 new locations as “RV Parks,” facilities for overnight stays in vehicles (as of the end of July). RV Parks are facilities that meet certain criteria to ensure comfortable and safe overnight stays in vehicles; there are currently 676 such locations nationwide, situated adjacent to hot spring resorts, traditional…
The September issue of BE-PAL comes with a “SOTO Minimal ‘Travel’ Wallet” as a bonus item. It includes a carabiner, making it perfect for hiking and other outdoor activities.
Shogakukan has released the September 2026 issue of its outdoor magazine “BE-PAL.” The price is 1,500 yen. It is available at bookstores and online retailers. The special bonus item is the “SOTO Minimal ‘Travel’ Wallet,” a tri-fold wallet with a carabiner created in collaboration with the outdoor brand “SOTO.” Despite its ultra-compact size—8 × 10.5…
Shuri Castle Main Hall to Introduce Advance Reservation System for Public Viewing Starting November 23. Admission Fee for Adults Rises from 400 yen to 1,000 yen.
Shuri Castle Park (1-2 Shuri Kinjo-cho, Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture) will open the Main Hall—which was destroyed in a fire in 2019—to the public following its restoration, starting on November 23. With the resumption of tours of the Main Hall, a reservation system will be introduced to prevent overcrowding, and admission fees will also be…
[From Hawaii] 3 Spots a Local Editor Seriously Wants to Share “Only with Friends in Japan”
“How Tree”: A Dish That Surpasses the Signature Menu, Best Enjoyed on the Beach The Gold Coast area has long been a gathering place for celebrities from around the world who are “true Hawaii enthusiasts.” On the first floor of the Kaimana Beach Hotel, situated in this prime location, there is a restaurant with prime…
I got an early ride on the Kansai Airport–Kyoto helicopter service, which starts at 20,000 yen per person. With four round trips per day, service begins in mid-September, targeting demand from international visitors.
Space Aviation will officially launch the “Airport Heli Shuttle,” a helicopter service connecting Kansai International Airport and JPD Kyoto Heliport, in mid-September. The one-way trip takes approximately 25 minutes, and the company plans to operate eight flights per day (four round trips), offering both shared and charter flights. Departure times from Kyoto are 9:30 a.m.,…
A local tour exploring the culture, history, and cuisine of the Tohoku region, starting from a hotel in Matsushima. Activities include hot-air balloon rides, trying on samurai armor, and learning about earthquake recovery efforts.
Casually Experience Workshops Indoors We currently offer the following indoor workshop-style courses: the “Sendai Tansu Ornamental Fittings Workshop” and the “Plant-Dyeing Workshop.” The “Sendai Tansu Ornamental Fittings Workshop” is an experience where participants hammer in nails to attach the decorative fittings that are a symbol of Sendai Tansu. It is held at the Keyaki Sangyo…
From the ruins of the royal palace, steeped in historical romance, to an evening stroll past the Instagram-worthy Twin Towers, and the famous “Guilin Rice Noodles”—I had a wonderful time exploring downtown Guilin, China!
Cool and Enchanting! Visit Guilin’s World-Renowned Giant Underground Palace First, let’s explore Guilin’s world-renowned underground world. The “Ludi Cave” is a popular tourist spot just a 15-minute drive from the city center. The moment you step inside, the heat outside seems like a distant memory—it’s refreshingly cool, and before your eyes, stalactites and stalagmites illuminated…