On September 7, Zespri International Japan released a limited-edition special pack that includes a “Kiwi Brothers Original Mini Lunch Tote.” This is the second installment of a campaign featuring original Kiwi Brothers lunch merchandise, which will be rolled out in three phases starting in July. One item is included with each eligible product. read more…
Month: September 2026
Emirates Announces Fully Electric Premium Economy Seats on the A350; Introduces World’s First Privacy Screens That Extend to the Top of the Seatback
On September 3 (local time), Emirates announced its new electric Premium Economy seats. It is the world’s first Premium Economy class to feature “full-height privacy screens” between seats that can be adjusted to the same height as the seatbacks, and will be introduced on the airline’s new Airbus A350 aircraft. The seating configuration is 2-3-2,…
JAL’s September Domestic Flight Time Sale Starts Soon. On the first day, JMB members only: Itami to Asahikawa/Obihiro starting at 12,760 yen
JAL will hold a “Domestic Flight Ticket Flash Sale” from 12:00 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. on September 9. The eligible travel period is December 1 through December 24. This time, we are holding a “JMB Member Pre-sale” for JAL Mileage Bank (JMB) members, allowing them to purchase tickets one day earlier than the general public….
Pakistan Pavilion to Make Its Debut at “Tokyo Game Show 2026” with JICA Support
The Japan International Cooperation Agency (hereinafter “JICA”) is implementing the “Global ICT Industry Partnership Promotion Project (Armenia, Sri Lanka, Pakistan)” to foster collaboration and mutual growth between Japanese companies seeking innovative high-tech solutions to their business challenges and local tech companies and startups active on the global stage. We are pleased to announce that “TechDestination…
Myaku Myaku’s 2027 “Daily Flip Calendar” Comes as a Free Gift! Pre-orders for the November issue of *mini* are now open
Takarajimasha will release the November 2026 issue of “mini” on October 9. The price is 2,200 yen. It will be available at bookstores and online retailers. The special supplement is a 365-day tear-off calendar featuring “Myaku Myaku,” the mascot of the Osaka-Kansai World Expo. It comes as a set with the calendar for January through…
Details Announced for Mobile Ordering on the Tokaido Shinkansen’s “Supreme Class.” Limited-Edition Drinks and Snacks Offered in “Completely Private Compartments”
JR Tokai Retailing Plus announced details of the mobile ordering service set to launch on October 1 on the Tokaido Shinkansen “Supreme Class” (between Tokyo and Shin-Osaka) and has launched a dedicated website. JR Central and JR West will introduce a new premium seating class called “Supreme Class” (on the Nozomi and Hikari trains), where…
I Checked Out All the Dining Options at “Tofrom Yaesu Tower,” Directly Connected to Tokyo Station! The Highlight Is “YAESU Tokyo-kai,” Which Brings Together 12 Renowned Restaurants
The “TOFROM YAESU” redevelopment project, led by Tokyo Tatemono and other participating organizations, will open the “TOFROM YAESU TOWER” on September 10. “TOFROM YAESU TOWER” is a large-scale mixed-use building directly connected to Tokyo Station, featuring 51 above-ground floors and 4 underground floors, with a height of approximately 250 meters. The commercial zone in the…
The eligibility period for Nagasaki Prefecture’s “Kyushu Recovery Support Discount” runs through the end of December. Online travel agencies (OTAs) will begin accepting reservations during the week of September 14, and the discount can be used in conjunction with the “Island Travel Campaign.”
Nagasaki Prefecture announced that the eligibility period for the Japan Tourism Agency’s “Kyushu Recovery Support Discount” travel assistance program covers stays from October 1 through December 25. Depending on sales, the program may end early or be extended beyond January 2027. The maximum discount amount is 20,000 yen per night for accommodation-only packages and accommodation-and-transportation…
Oedo Onsen Monogatari Premium Ikaho: Up to 35% off a 1-night stay with 2 meals. Enjoy all-you-can-eat dishes like Gunma-style pork sukiyaki and a stroll through the stone-paved street.
Rakuten Travel is holding the “Rakuten Travel Super SALE” through October 1, offering great deals on fall and winter travel reservations. The sale features special packages at hotels and hot spring inns nationwide, and when combined with currently available coupons, discounts of up to 35% can be applied. “Oedo Onsen Monogatari Premium Ikaho” (592-1 Ikaho,…
Hotel New Akao: Up to 35% off one-night stays with two buffet meals. Immerse yourself in Atami’s Showa-era retro charm and enjoy spectacular hot springs and seasonal cuisine.
Rakuten Travel is holding the “Rakuten Travel Super SALE” through October 1, offering great deals on fall and winter travel reservations. The sale features special rates at hotels and hot spring inns nationwide, and when combined with currently available coupons, discounts of up to 35% can be applied. Hotel New Akao in Atami (1993-65 Atami,…