The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) signed a Grant Agreement (G/A) with the Government of the Republic of Cote d’Ivoire on February 26 in Abidjan for the “Road Maintenance and Management Equipment Improvement Project in the Greater Abidjan Area”. The G/A was signed by Mr. Adama Koulibaly, Minister of Economy, Finance and Budget of Cote…
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Black Myakmyak’s “Drawstring Candy” goes on sale. Different design on the back and front
Heso Productions will sequentially release EXPO 2025 officially licensed products, “Black Myakmyak Drawstring Candy,” in early March. The price is 1,430 yen. The front of the kinchaku features Kuro-myakumyaku and Kuro-konnyaku, while the back has a design of Kuro-myakumyaku in various poses. Inside is a colorful candy ball covered with sugar, which can be enjoyed…
Weekend Ekiben] “Yuba Chirashi Sushi” at Tobu Nikko Station
While most ekiben are dominated by meat or fish dishes such as tonkatsu (pork cutlet), the “Yuba Chirashi Sushi” introduced here is a healthy bento that features Nikko’s specialty, yuba (yuba), as the main ingredient. The company behind this dish is Aburagen, a long-established confectionary store that has been serving Rinnoji Temple on Nikko Mountain…
100 Year Anniversary Sale” starts today. Foods, Sanrio collaboration, travel catalog gifts, etc.
Aeon Retail will hold the “100th Anniversary of Aeon Co., Ltd.” sale at approximately 380 stores nationwide, including Aeon and Aeon Style stores, from March 6 to 15. In addition, the company will sell “Cuvee 1926 Valdobbiadene DOCG”, a special wine created in 1926, the year AEON was incorporated. Extra Dry”, a special wine created…
Disney Store Releases Chip and Dale Birthday Collection! Plushies in bear pajamas and cute Urupocha with handheld garland!
The Disney Store will release the Chip ‘n’ Dale COLLECTION on March 13 to celebrate Chip and Dale’s birthday (April 2). The main art is a newly-drawn illustration of Chip, Dale, and Clarice in their bear pajamas. In addition to the fluffy plush toys (3,600 yen), the store also offers a variety of household goods…
Hiroshima Electric Railway conducts test run at a maximum speed of 50 km/h for the first time in Japan. To prevent accidents by reducing the speed difference with cars, and in the future, in commercial operation.
Hiroshima Electric Railway will conduct a trial run between Tokaichicho and Betsuin-mae on the Yokogawa Line at a maximum speed of 50 km/h from March 4 for the time being. The purpose is to prevent accidents and improve speed by reducing the speed difference with automobiles. This is part of an initiative by the “Study…
JICA Global ICT Pre-departure Seminar ｜ News & PR
The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) is working to promote cooperation between Japanese companies and tech companies in Pakistan, Armenia, and Sri Lanka. Mr. Yamaguchi, President of Atsumell Corporation, will talk about “How to streamline requirements definition in system development by using AI” and other topics, Several Japanese companies that are collaborating with foreign tech…
Signing of Loan Agreement for “Sustainable Finance Promotion Project” in the Republic of South Africa (Overseas Investment and Loan): Strengthening Financial Inclusion of Small and Micro Enterprises and Expanding Social Participation of Women and Youth ｜ News & Press Releases
On January 27, the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) signed a loan agreement with FirstRand Bank Limited (“FRB”), a private bank in the Republic of South Africa. This project will directly contribute to the “Strengthening Efforts to Close the Financing Gap for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs)” in the Global Partnership for Financial Inclusion…
Premium Outlets, big sale starting March 13 with up to 80% off. Save on brand-name spring clothes and new lifestyle items.
Mitsubishi Estate and Simon will hold a “PREMIUM OUTLETS SALE” at 10 premium outlets nationwide. The period is 10 days from March 13 to 22. A total of approximately 940 stores will participate, offering discounts ranging from up to 70% off (Gotemba, Sano, Ami, Sakai, Fukaya Hanazono, Sendai Izumi, Toki, Tosu) to 80% off (Rinku,…
HIS Early Booking Campaign for July-September. Up to 10,000 yen discount in Japan, up to 60,000 yen discount overseas.
HIS will hold its “Summer Campaign” until May 8, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. Departure period is from July 17 to September 30. To promote early reservations, coupons will be distributed for periods two months or more in advance for tours and airline ticket + accommodation packages for two or more people, with per-person costs of…