Nippon Travel has begun accepting new reservations for Miyazaki Prefecture under the “Kyushu Recovery Support Discount” travel assistance program, starting at 2:00 p.m. on October 9. Eligible packages include JR and Shinkansen + Hotel Packages and Airfare + Hotel Packages. The discount applies to stays with check-in on or after October 8 and check-out on…
Month: October 2026
“au Starlink Ferry Wi-Fi” Makes Your 21-Hour Ferry Ride More Comfortable
While smartphones with internet access have become indispensable for travelers these days, “au Starlink Ferry Wi-Fi,” provided by KDDI and Wire & Wireless, ensures a comfortable experience during long ferry trips. Tokyo Kyushu Ferry operates a route between Yokosuka and Shin-Moji that takes about 21 hours, so I decided to board the “Hamayuu,” departing from…
Kagoshima Prefecture’s “Kyushu Recovery Support Discount” to Launch on October 14. Up to 60% Off for Stays Through the End of February; Special Website to Go Live Tomorrow
Kagoshima Prefecture will launch the “Kagoshima Recovery Support Discount,” a version of the Japan Tourism Agency’s “Kyushu Recovery Support Discount” travel assistance program, on October 14. This program offers discounts of up to 60% on lodging and travel expenses within the prefecture, and applies to reservations made directly with lodging facilities, as well as those…
The November issue of BE-PAL comes with a KELTY collaboration multi-purpose pouch featuring a carabiner. It also includes a special feature on RV parks and roadside stations.
Shogakukan released the November 2026 issue of its outdoor magazine “BE-PAL” on October 8. The price is 1,500 yen. The special supplement is the “KELTY Multi-CAMP Pouch,” created in collaboration with the outdoor brand “KELTY,” which allows readers to store small items such as smartphones, sunglasses, and snacks all in one place. The pouch measures…
Signing of a Joint Statement with the Philippine Department of Energy to Strengthen “Oil Security” | News & Public Relations
On October 8, the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) signed a Joint Statement with the Department of Energy (DOE) of the Republic of the Philippines to promote cooperation in the field of energy security. The signing took place on the sidelines of the Asia Zero-Emission Community (AZEC) Ministerial Meeting, in the presence of Kei Takagi,…
Signing of an Investment Agreement for the “Asia Transition Finance Promotion Project” in Southeast and South Asia (Private Sector Mobilization and Overseas Investment and Financing): Contributing to the Asian Zero-Emission Community through Blended Finance (Investments Aimed at Mobilizing New Funding for Development) | News & Public Relations
On September 28, the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) announced that signed an investment agreement for the Emerging Asia Infrastructure Credit Fund SCSp (EAIC Fund), which is managed by Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP)—a subsidiary of BlackRock, one of the world’s largest asset management firms—through its Infrastructure Credit Platform. Furthermore, JICA announced this investment at the…
United Airlines’ Narita–Chicago route will resume soon. Chicago is set to be buzzing in July and August 2027 with the MLB All-Star Game and the Crosstown Classic!
United Airlines Japan–Chicago Route (starting October 25, 2026) Flight UA868: Departs Narita at 6:00 p.m. and arrives in Chicago at 3:50 p.m., operating daily (787-8) Flight UA867: Departs Chicago (11:40 a.m.) – Arrives Narita (3:15 p.m. the following day), operates daily (787-8) Flight UA882: Departs Haneda (6:20 p.m.) – Arrives in Chicago (4:10 p.m.), operates…
We’re looking forward to their appearance on *Kohaku*! Myaku Myaku’s first theme song, “Myaku Dance,” has a new music video. The artist talks about what makes it special: “The more I say it, the more fun it gets!”
“The more I say it, the more fun it gets!” A music video packed with moments that showcase Myaku Myaku’s charm and excitement. The video is filled with elements unique to Myaku Myaku—not only their adorable singing and dancing, but also their origins as a creature born by the water’s edge and the appearance of…
Will “Cruise Vacations” on the Asuka III and Disney Ships Bring a Youthful Revival? Five Organizations, Including JATA, Launch a “Summary Site” to Lower the Barrier to Entry
JATA (Japan Association of Travel Agents), JOPA (Japan Overseas Passenger Ship Association), and JICC (Japan International Cruise Council) launched a dedicated website on September 24 called “Let’s CRUISE 1M (Million) — Let’s Go on a Cruise, 1 Million People!” that compiles cruise information. The main objective is to widely promote the appeal of cruise travel…
Myaku Myaku Performs New Song “Myaku Dance” Live at Azabudai Hills! Fans Delighted by the Surprise [Live Report]
The Japan International Exposition Association is holding the Tokyo leg of “EXPO 2025 Futures,” a nationwide roadshow event commemorating the first anniversary of the Osaka-Kansai World Expo, at Azabudai Hills Arena starting October 10. On the Myaku Myaku Stage, which began at 11:50 a.m., Myaku Myaku surprised the audience with the world premiere of his…