Hoshino Resorts will open “BunkLodge NEKOMA by Hoshino Resorts” (6838-7 Kiyosui, Sarashina, Bandai-machi, Yama District, Fukushima Prefecture), an accommodation facility adjacent to the NEKOMA Mountain ski resort, on January 12, 2027. This facility, which had been operating as “SAMURAI RIDERS” (formerly Resort Inn Bandai) prior to the Great East Japan Earthquake, decided to make a…
Month: September 2026
DisneySea’s new show, “Bring the Rhythm!,” will premiere in the fall of 2027. It will be staged at the Broadway Music Theater, the same venue as “BBB.”
Tokyo DisneySea will debut a new show titled “Bring the Rhythm!” at the Broadway Music Theater in American Waterfront starting in the fall of 2027. “Bring the Rhythm!” is a new stage show that blends breathtaking performances with immersive staging, all set against the backdrop of a major cityscape. Based on the glamorous, traditional style…
The Doctor Yellow T5 train set, scheduled for retirement, will go on display as part of a preservation exhibition starting in September 2027 at a new railway maintenance technology facility in Hiroshima Prefecture.
JR West has decided to preserve and display part of the “Doctor Yellow” T5 train set—which is scheduled to be retired in January 2027—specifically Car No. 7, at a new exhibition facility dedicated to railway maintenance technology. The exhibition is scheduled to begin in September 2027. Manufactured in 2005, Doctor Yellow has been conducting inspections…
“Toy Story 5” Super-Size Sticky Notes. A practical and cute set of 27 designs—540 notes total—featuring Lily Pad and Smarty Pants, too.
Takarajimasha will release “Disney·PIXAR TOY STORY 5: Super-Size! Sticky Note Book” on November 24. The price is 1,210 yen. It will be available at bookstores and online retailers. Featuring a massive collection of 27 varieties and a total of 540 cards, including stills from the film and special artwork, the lineup includes not only familiar…
On sale today: The November issue of *Linnen*, featuring “L.L.Bean” fall knit bags and pouches as freebies. Warm colors and stretchy, thick fabric.
Takarajimasha will release the November 2026 issue of “Linen” on September 18. The price is 1,680 yen. It will be available at bookstores and online retailers. The bonus items are bags and pouches created in collaboration with the outdoor brand “L.L.Bean.” Their key feature is the substantial feel of the high-quality, stretchy knit fabric. The…
Starting today, the “Nozomi” Shinkansen will no longer have unreserved seating. For the first time during Silver Week, all seats will be reserved.
JR Central and JR West will operate all “Nozomi” trains on the Tokaido and Sanyo Shinkansen lines during Silver Week with all seats reserved. The period in question is September 18–23. To accommodate the large number of travelers who typically book tickets and secure seats during major holiday periods—when ridership is particularly high—the trains will…
On sale today: The November special issue of *Linnen* features a cute two-tiered stand-up pouch with a cat and a “Mofu Sandwich” design. Perfect for storing cosmetics and gadgets.
Takarajimasha will release the November 2026 special issue of “Linner” today, September 18. The price is 1,680 yen. It will be available at bookstores and online retailers. The bonus item included with this special issue is a multifunctional pouch created in our first collaboration with the popular cat character “mofusand.” It features two separate storage…
Additional Emergency Aid for Flood and Mudslide Damage in Nepal — Donation of Supplies — | News & Public Relations
In response to the floods and mudslides that struck Nepal, and following a request for assistance from the Nepalese government, the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) will provide additional emergency relief supplies as detailed below. Note 1. Damage Situation The floods that struck Nepal on the morning of August 26 have caused extensive loss of…
[Weekend Station Bento] Sendai Station: “Miyagi’s Local Dish: Harako Meshi”
When it comes to Sendai’s famous specialties, beef tongue is definitely at the top of the list! That’s why you’ll find many ekiben (station boxed lunches) for sale at Sendai Station. However, the “Harako Meshi” I’m introducing today is also a very well-known local dish from Miyagi Prefecture, and there are several ekiben featuring this…
Disney Store Announces the Fourth Installment of UniBestiez. The new characters Goofy and Max meet are Fu Tiger and Limi Tiger.
The Disney Store has added new characters to its original “UniBestiez” line. FooTiger and Limi Tiger—the tigers that Goofy and Max met—are joining the group. Foo Tiger is cheerful and laid-back, while Rimi Tiger is mischievous and sometimes sassy—their personalities resemble Goofy’s and Max’s, respectively. Along with the unveiling of the new character, the release…