First, we stopped for a bite at a popular local hamburger steak chain. Since we’d just arrived and were starting to get a little hungry, we figured we might as well make the most of our trip to Shizuoka, so we decided to head to “Sawayaka Fujieda Tsukiji,” a restaurant famous for its charcoal-grilled hamburger…
Month: August 2026
Takarajimasha’s “The Very Hungry Caterpillar” Neck Pillow. Perfect not only for travel, but also as a cushion in the car or at home.
Takarajimasha will release “The Very Hungry Caterpillar: Caterpillar Neck Pillow BOOK” on September 4. The price is 4,389 yen. It will be available at bookstores and online retailers. To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Japanese release of the popular picture book *The Very Hungry Caterpillar*, a neck pillow with a unique design—making it look…
Review of the Special Exhibition “The Future of Life+.” How Is It Different from the World’s Fair? Hiroshi Ishiguro and Ishiguroid Highlight the Highlights [Spoilers Ahead]
MoN Takanawa: The Museum of Narratives will host the special exhibition “The Future of Life+.” The exhibition runs from July 25 to September 25 at “Box1000” in TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY. This article covers the media preview and press conference held the day before the opening. “The Future of Life,” the signature pavilion created by Hiroshi…
Tackling Africa’s Water Crisis: A Life Transformed by Experience with the JICA Overseas Cooperation Volunteers | News & Public Relations
The JICA Overseas Cooperation Volunteers are dedicated to addressing social issues in developing countries. Upon returning to Japan, many of them draw on their experiences to create new value for society. At the “4th JICA Overseas Cooperation Volunteers Returned Volunteers Social Contribution Awards” held in June, Aya Tsuboi, who is working to solve water problems…
Hotel New Otani Makuhari: A day trip package that lets you enjoy the pool and BBQ all at once. No need to set up or clean up—a great deal for families with children.
Hotel New Otani Makuhari (2-120-3 Hibino, Mihama Ward, Chiba City) is offering a “Pool & BBQ” package that includes admission to the outdoor pool on weekdays only from July 24 to September 18 (excluding August 10–14). From 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., guests can enjoy unlimited access to the summer-only outdoor pool, “Shell Pool,” and…
It Starts Today! Photos of the “Disney Store Summer Festival” interior have arrived. Try your luck with the food stall decorations and Smart Bowls!
On July 24, The Disney Store kicked off its “Disney Store Summer Festival.” Festival decorations are now on display at the “Disney Flagship Tokyo” store in Shinjuku. The special decorations will remain on display through August 17. At the store, you can enjoy the “Disney Store Summer Festival Smart Ball” (1,500 yen). It’s a game…
Includes a Coleman × Hello Kitty embroidered patch pouch as a bonus gift. Pre-orders are now open for the October special issue of InRed.
Takarajimasha will release the October 2026 special issue of “InRed” on September 7. The price is 1,690 yen. It will be available at bookstores and online retailers. The bonus item included with this special issue is a multi-purpose pouch created through a collaboration between “Coleman” and “Hello Kitty.” Made of canvas, it features embroidered patches…
Includes a large-capacity Coleman x Hello Kitty eco-bag as a bonus! A sophisticated design with rope handles that can be worn over the shoulder—InRed October issue
Takarajimasha will release the October 2026 issue of “InRed” on September 7. The price is 1,740 yen. It will be available at bookstores and online retailers. The special supplement is a large-capacity eco-bag resulting from the second collaboration between “Coleman” and “Hello Kitty,” which was a huge hit last year. It features an elegant light…
A cute freestanding pouch with “Miffy” embroidery as a bonus item. Pre-orders are now open for the October special issue of GLOW.
Takarajimasha will release the October 2026 special issue of “GLOW” on August 28. The price is 1,780 yen. It will be available at bookstores and online retailers. The bonus item included with this special issue is a freestanding square pouch designed for efficient storage, created through a collaboration between Miffy and the fashion brand “Third…
“Miffy” Mini Tote & Lip Charm Included as a Bonus. Pre-orders Now Open for the October Issue of GLOW
Takarajimasha will release the October 2026 issue of “GLOW” on August 28. The price is 1,890 yen. It will be available at bookstores and online retailers. The special bonus item is a canvas-style mini tote bag created through a collaboration between Miffy and the fashion brand “Third Magazine.” The set also includes a Miffy-shaped charm…