The “Chashu Bento” I bought at Takasaki Station this time is, as the name suggests, a very simple ekiben featuring chashu (roasted pork) served on top of rice. Featuring Haruna Pork—a specialty of Gunma Prefecture—as the star ingredient, this bento was first introduced in 2003. Although it was discontinued in 2016, it was relaunched in…
Month: September 2026
Emergency Aid for Flood Victims in Nepal—Delivery of Donated Supplies— | News & Public Relations
September 3, 2026 Emergency relief supplies provided by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to address flood damage in Raswa District, Bagmati Province, Nepal, and in the Botekoshi and Trishli river basins have been delivered to the country. The emergency aid supplies for Nepal arrived in Kathmandu on September 2. A handover ceremony was held…
Dispatch of an International Emergency Assistance Team and Expert Team to Address Flood and Mudslide Damage in Nepal | News & Public Relations
On September 4, JICA will dispatch an International Emergency Assistance Team and a team of experts to Nepal in response to the flood and mudslide damage there, as detailed below. Note 1. Disaster Situation Massive floods (flash floods) and mudslides occurred in Raswa District, Nepal, and Shigatse City in the Tibet Autonomous Region of the…
[JAL Hometown Ambassadors/Support Team: A Look at Their Love for Their Region] A Craft Lager Made with Melons from Yamagata Prefecture Is Here! The Second Collaboration Between JAL and JR East in Upcycling. Bringing New Value to Melons from Yamagata Prefecture
JAL, which has bases throughout Japan, has been continuously implementing initiatives to revitalize local communities (currently known as the “JAL Hometown Project”), and In August 2020, the company launched the “JAL Hometown Ambassadors” program, in which flight attendants selected through an internal recruitment process relocate to local communities to promote initiatives in their respective regions….
The Westin Hokkaido Furano Resort is set to open in the summer of 2029. It will feature 195 guest rooms, as well as a fitness center, a spa, and a large public bath.
Marriott International, Sekisui House, and Pacifica Hotels will open “The Westin Hokkaido Furano Resort” (1976-3 Furano, Hokkaido, and five other parcels) in the summer of 2029. Sekisui House is the developer; the project will operate under Marriott International’s “Westin” brand, with Pacifica Hotels serving as the operator. The facility is planned to feature a total…
The “Tokyo City Pass” has been revamped. For 1,900 yen per day, you can enjoy unlimited subway rides, six sightseeing experiences, and dining—all worth a total of 5,550 yen.
Tokyo Metro and LinkTivity have revamped the “Tokyo City Pass,” a tourist ticket aimed at international visitors, and will begin selling it on September 4 at 11:00 a.m. The package has been revamped from the previous format—which combined transportation, sightseeing, activities, and dining—to a new system where users can purchase a basic “Base Pass” on…
“Rakuten Travel Super SALE” Starts Tonight. Get up to 35% off hotels and hot spring inns for fall and winter trips—with some deals at half price.
Rakuten Travel will hold the “Rakuten Travel Super SALE,” featuring great deals on fall and winter travel reservations, from 8:00 p.m. on September 4 to 9:59 a.m. on October 1. During this period, we’re offering a wide selection of “Super SALE Plans” and “Half-Price Plans” for domestic hotels and hot spring inns. In addition, partner…
Disney Store Introduces Winnie the Pooh × Cozy Sweet Potato Snacks. Items Include Karinto with a Pouch, Chips, and More
The Disney Store has released sweet potato treats featuring Winnie the Pooh designs. They are currently being rolled out in stages at the official online store, the Disney Flagship Tokyo, the Disney Store, and other locations nationwide. The selection includes items such as “Karintou in a Pouch” (2,400 yen), featuring a cute Winnie the Pooh…
The “Kyushu Recovery Support Discount” program in Oita Prefecture runs through the end of December. Reservations open in late September, and the program may end early if the budget limit is reached.
Oita Prefecture has determined that the eligibility period for the Japan Tourism Agency’s “Kyushu Recovery Support Discount” travel assistance program will cover stays from October 1 through December 25. Sales (and the start of reservations) for eligible travel packages are scheduled to begin in late September, and the program may end early if the budget…
“Fairfield by Marriott,” a hotel adjacent to a roadside station, offers up to 20% off with its “Early Bird 90” promotion for reservations made 90 days in advance
The Fairfield by Marriott Roadside Station Project will offer the “Early Bird 90” rate plan—which provides up to 20% off for reservations made at least 90 days in advance—from September 1 through October 31. The eligible stay period is from December 1 through February 28, 2027. The Fairfield by Marriott Roadside Station Project consists of…