On August 11, the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) signed a Loan Agreement (L/A) with the Government of the Kingdom of Cambodia in Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia, for the “Sihanoukville Port New Container Terminal Development Project (Phase II).” The agreement was signed that day by Ross Seilaba, Secretary of the Ministry of Economy…
Month: August 2026
Food Stalls and BBQ While Enjoying the Spectacular View of the Yodo River! I Visited “Minamo Juso,” the Yodo River’s New Hot Spot
A street food market on the levee, a barbecue area and cruise ships along the river? Starting with the somewhat innovative activity area “Minamo Juso” (located in the vicinity of 1-chome, Juso-Higashi, Yodogawa Ward, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture), “WONDER BBQ FIELD Juso” and “OSAKA BUS WONDER CRUISE” all opened simultaneously on August 8. The site…
MUJI Offers 15% Off on “Seiro” Steamer Sets for Easy Cooking, “Chocolate Yokan” Disaster Preparedness Food, and More. Summer Limited-Time Price Flyer Released
Ryohin Keikaku, the company behind MUJI, is offering “limited-time summer prices” through August 20 (until 10:00 a.m. on August 21 for the online store). During the promotion period, eligible items will be sold at up to 15% off. Eligible items include the “Cooling Body Mist,” which keeps you cool and comfortable during your commute or…
Francfranc’s New Travel Goods Are Super Functional! Expandable ruffled bags, drawstring pouches for storing removed accessories, and more
Francfranc is selling new travel goods perfect for summer vacation and Silver Week at its stores nationwide (excluding outlet stores) and on its official online store. Perfect for a quick two-day, one-night getaway, the “Classic Flower Travel Bag S” (5,900 yen) is a version of the existing size that’s about 20 cm narrower, featuring a…
Tokyo Dome Hotel Hosts “Retro Gourmet Fair” Featuring All-You-Can-Eat Japanese-Style Roast Beef and Menus Supervised by Korakuen Restaurant; Also Featuring the Trending Silk-Thread Shaved Ice and a Taco Bar
The Tokyo Dome Hotel (1-3-61 Koraku, Bunkyo Ward, Tokyo) is hosting a limited-time buffet called the “Retro Gourmet Fair,” where guests can enjoy classic Western dishes and Chinese cuisine, through September 30. Starting with roast beef made from domestic beef, carved right before your eyes, to Spaghetti Napolitan topped with crispy bacon and a soft-boiled…
[Takashi Inoue’s “Tips for Rail Travel”] Deliberately Change Trains Along the Way to Enjoy a Variety of Trains and Cars
Try Adding Some Variety to Your Connections: As it turns out, there are several trains on the Noiwa Railway’s Aizu-Kinugawa Line and the Aizu Railway’s Aizu Line that are worth riding just for the sake of the ride itself. For example, the Noiwa Railway’s 6050 Series is one such train. The No’iwa Railway and Aizu…
New Japan Sea Ferry Now Allows Passengers to Check Availability and Book Tickets via Its Official App. Seasonal Plans Will Also Be Posted Regularly.
New Nihonkai Ferry, a member of the SHK Line Group, has launched its official app, “New Nihonkai Ferry Official – Hokkaido Ferry Reservations & Recommended Information” (Android/iOS versions). In addition to allowing users to check availability and make reservations entirely within the app, the app also provides regular updates on promotions and seasonal plans. It…
[Local Attractions Only Hotel Staff Know] Recommendations from Ms. Imura at “ANA Crowne Plaza Resort Okinawa Uruma Hills”
IHG Hotels & Resorts operates more than 7,000 properties across 21 hotel brands in over 100 countries worldwide. In Japan, the company currently operates approximately 62 hotels across 10 brands, from Hokkaido to Okinawa (as of June 2026). In this article, we spoke with Mr. Yuichiro Imoto, General Manager of ANA Crowne Plaza Resort Okinawa…
Enjoy Maple Pumpkin-Flavored Churros at Home. A Fall-Exclusive Flavor Joins Disney’s Frozen Food Series, Available Only to Park Guests
Tokyo Disney Resort will release maple pumpkin-flavored churros on September 15 as part of its “Tokyo Disney Resort Frozen Selection” series of frozen foods, available exclusively to park guests. The price is 5,000 yen per box. The set includes 5 bags of 4 maple-pumpkin-flavored churros each, 5 bags of 100g maple-pumpkin-flavored sugar, and 20 paper…
“Disney Halloween” Food & Drink Roundup: Get a Sneak Peek at Souvenirs Featuring the Scared Little Ghost and Must-Try Menu Items
Tokyo Disney Resort will host “Disney Halloween” at Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea from September 16 to October 31. In this article, we’ll provide a roundup of the limited-edition menu items set to go on sale on September 15, the day before the event kicks off. The highlight is the “Assortment Box” (1,500 yen), making…