Odakyu Electric Railway, JR East, and others will host “Shinjuku Minamirumi” at six venues in the Shinjuku South Exit area. The event will run from November 11 to February 14, 2027. Under the overarching theme of “Light Illuminates. Hearts Rejoice. ~colorful & heartful~,” each venue will feature unique illuminations that reflect its own theme. Additionally,…
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The new completion date for Runway C at Narita Airport has been set for December 31, 2034.
On October 19, NAA (Narita International Airport) submitted a notification to the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, setting December 31, 2034, as the new scheduled completion date for Runway C, which is currently under construction. In addition, the company has submitted an application for a permit to modify the taxiway and apron currently…
A JAL blanket that glows in the dark. Featuring a nighttime runway and airplane design, this soft, oversized blanket can be worn like a poncho.
Takarajimasha will release “The Nighttime Runway and Airplanes Glow! Soft and Oversized! JAL Glow-in-the-Dark Blanket BOOK” on November 25. The price is 3,575 yen. It will be available at bookstores and online retailers. The issue includes a blanket created in collaboration with JAL. Made of glow-in-the-dark material, it depicts the night view of an airport,…
“Rilakkuma with Chinese Cabbage” and “Korilakkuma with Oysters” plush pouches now on sale at 7-Eleven. Palm-sized with a soft, fluffy texture and a chain attached.
Takarajimasha will release the “Napa Cabbage Rilakkuma Plush Pouch” and the “Oyster Korilakkuma Plush Pouch” on November 9. Each is priced at 3,300 yen. Rilakkuma and Korilakkuma make an adorable appearance, wrapped up in hot pot ingredients. They’re just the right size to fit snugly in the palm of your hand, and the zippered pocket…
Fukui City Instagram Campaign: Win 5 kg of New Rice in a Raffle. We’re Calling for Submissions of Your Favorite Local Dishes, Including Echizen Crab and Grated Daikon Soba
Fukui City is running the “Show Off Your Favorite Foods! Instagram Campaign” through November 30, in which five winners selected by lottery will receive 5 kg of new-crop rice from Fukui. To enter, follow the official Fukui City Instagram account (@fukui.city), select the “Fukui City food” you’re most proud to show off to friends outside…
[Hoshino Resorts: Behind the Scenes of Hospitality] “No, Kusatsu is the real model case”—After redrawing the map and emerging from 80 meters of darkness, we found the “ideal hot spring inn”
The story takes place at Kai Kusatsu. “Kusatsu is the very model for Kai, isn’t it?” The relaunch of Kai Kusatsu began with this prideful declaration from project manager Ishii. The goal was to create the “ideal hot spring inn”—one that seamlessly fused the vibrancy of the hot spring town with the elegance of a…
FamilyMart’s “Snoopy” merchandise goes on sale today, including “American diner”-style hot dog charms and potato bags.
Takarajimasha will release three types of “Snoopy” merchandise featuring an American diner theme today, October 20. The lineup includes the “SNOOPY Hot Dog Plush Charm BOOK” (3,520 yen), featuring an adorable Snoopy lounging on top of a hot dog, and the “SNOOPY Woodstock Potato Bag BOOK” (2,860 yen), a Woodstock-patterned bag that looks like a…
The December special issue of *Linen*, featuring a compact, foldable Moomin × Samantha Mosmos eco-bag as a freebie, is now on sale. It comes with a carabiner for easy carrying.
Takarajimasha will release the December 2026 special issue of “Linen” today, October 20. The price is 1,690 yen. It will be available at bookstores and online retailers. The bonus item included with this special issue is an eco-bag created through a collaboration between Moomin and Samansa Mos2. It features an integrated storage pouch and is…
Resonare Atami’s “Fireworks Christmas,” a winter event exclusive to guests. Participate in making fireworks-shaped candle holders and the lighting ceremony.
“Risonare Atami” (2-13-1 Minakuchi-cho, Atami City, Shizuoka Prefecture), a resort hotel operated by Hoshino Resorts, will host “Fireworks Christmas,” a participatory event exclusive to guests, from December 1 to 25. In honor of the “Atami Maritime Fireworks Festival,” a local Atami tradition, visitors can participate in a “Firework Shell Candle Holder Craft” (2,500 yen) using…
The December issue of *Linen*, on sale today, includes a *Moomin* wooden stamp set as a supplement. The set comes in a flower-patterned tin case and contains 10 stamps (large and small) plus two colors of ink.
Takarajimasha will release the December 2026 issue of “Linnen” today, October 20. The price is 1,720 yen. It will be available at bookstores and online retailers. The bonus item is a set of wooden stamps featuring Moomin and his friends. The set includes a total of 10 stamps in various sizes, featuring messages such as…