Village Vanguard has begun accepting orders on Village Vanguard Online for items created through a collaboration between the anime “Haikyu!!” and the American outdoor brand “Coleman.” The pre-order period runs until 10:00 a.m. on September 1. We designed an original visual inspired by the BBQ scene from the anime that took place during the joint…
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Up to 20% Off Trips to Shizuoka and Ito: Phase 2 of the “Now’s the Time to Visit Ito!” Campaign. Participating properties include Akazawa Onsen, Hatoya, and Hotel Jurak.
The Ito Tourism Association is currently running the second phase of its travel support campaign, “Now Is the Time to Visit Ito!” The eligible stay period is from check-in on September 7 through check-out on December 14 (dates may vary depending on the booking site). This offer provides up to a 20% discount on lodging…
“Atre Nakano,” Opening December 9, Reveals All 73 Stores: Maguro Mart, Rooftop BBQ, Egg Dessert Shop, Francfranc, and More
Atre will open “Atre Nakano,” the new station building at JR Nakano Station, on December 9. Ahead of the opening, the company has announced the 73 stores that will open simultaneously (three of which are scheduled to open in the spring of 2027). Highlights include the first-time-at-ATRE stores, such as a tuna rice bowl restaurant…
UNIQLO’s Fall/Winter Bottoms Collection: 52 Styles in Total. A Bountiful Selection of Trendy Wide-Leg and Barrel-Leg Styles—Don’t Miss the Comfortable, Easy-to-Wear Pants, Either!
UNIQLO has released a special feature on its Fall/Winter 2026 bottoms collection on its official website. This season’s lineup features a total of 52 styles, including 21 new designs. In particular, the collection has expanded its selection of trendy “wide-leg pants” with a wide, relaxed silhouette and “barrel pants” with a rounded, barrel-like volume. Among…
UNIQLO’s “LifeWear Week,” kicking off the fall/winter season, begins on August 28. The promotional gift is an original eco-bag available in six colors.
UNIQLO will begin full-scale sales of its Fall/Winter 2026 collection at stores nationwide and online starting August 28. To mark this occasion, the week leading up to September 3 will be designated as “LifeWear Week,” during which the brand will showcase styling ideas featuring new items both in stores and on a special website. Additionally,…
[Hoshino Resorts: Behind the Scenes of Hospitality] A boatman opens a bar in a 130-year-old warehouse. The story behind the creation of Hoshinoya Kyoto’s “Koukou Bar”
The story takes place at Hoshinoya Kyoto. “Hoshinoya” is a brand where each property embraces a unique theme and offers an utterly extraordinary experience while respecting the local history and culture. To ensure guests can immerse themselves in the local story and enjoy a stay where they lose track of time, the staff behind the…
IHG to rebrand 14 hotels in Kyoto; a total of 1,063 rooms across “Garner” and “Holiday Inn Express” properties will open sequentially
On August 24, IHG Hotels & Resorts announced that it would carry out a large-scale rebranding of 14 hotels in Kyoto. This move strengthens the partnership with GCP Hospitality and covers 14 properties with a total of 1,063 rooms. The breakdown includes 12 “Garner Hotels,” one “Holiday Inn Express,” and one unbranded hotel. Over the…
Iwate Prefecture Launches Second Round of the “Odense! Iwate Travel Discount Campaign,” Offering Up to 7,000 Yen Off Per Night. Reservations Begin September 1 on Sites Like Jalan and Rakuten.
Iwate Prefecture will launch the second phase of its travel support program, the “Odense! Iwate Travel Discount Campaign,” on September 1. This program offers a discount of up to 7,000 yen per person per night for stays within the prefecture, and discount coupons can be applied when booking through eligible OTA sites (Jalan.net, Rakuten Travel,…
Shimonoseki City Launches “Shimonoseki Accommodation Support Campaign” on September 1, Offering a 2,000-Yen Discount on Accommodations Plus 1,000 Yen in Local Coupons
Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, will launch the “Shimonoseki Accommodation Support Campaign” starting with stays on or after September 1. This campaign offers a 2,000-yen discount per person on accommodations at participating hotels and hot spring inns within the city at the time of booking, as well as a 1,000-yen “Oto Coupon” per person that can…
New Japan Sea Ferry’s new vessel, the “Hamanasu,” is set to begin service on September 1. It will serve as a replacement for the “Akashia” on the Otaru to Maizuru route.
New Japan Sea Ferry will launch its new large car ferry, the “Hamanasu,” on September 1. Construction is underway at the Eura Plant of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries’ Shimonoseki Shipyard, with completion and delivery scheduled for August 27. The vessel will replace the existing “Akashia” and will begin service on September 1 on the route from…