JAL will gradually renovate lounges, first class and JGC (JAL Global Club) exclusive facilities for domestic flights at Haneda Airport Terminal 1 starting in January 2026. The Diamond Premier Lounge and Sakura Lounge will be temporarily closed in the North Wing starting January 13, 2026 and scheduled to open in October. The South Wing will…
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ANA launches new “Domestic Sale Fare” starting from May 19, 2026 boarding and onward.
ANA will renew its “Domestic Fares” for boarding on May 19, 2026. In conjunction with the renewal, the “Domestic Fare Sale” will also be renewed, and a time sale will begin at midnight on December 17, 2012. With the new domestic sale fares, you can select your seat 24 hours prior to departure and check…
Logos, smoke reduction and electric “Elegrill”. Simply plug it into an outlet for easy BBQ
An electric grill that can be plugged into an outlet to enjoy BBQ. With an electricity bill of approximately 43 yen per hour, it can be enjoyed at a lower cost than charcoal-fueled BBQ grills or gas cylinder cooking equipment. The lineup includes two types, one for families and the other for PROs. (Noden) Elecan…
JAL presents a drawing for the 10th anniversary of “Somewhere Miles” on domestic flights. Chance to participate in the event with Suzu Hirose on stage.
JAL will launch a year-long “Sokodemo Miles 10th Anniversary Campaign” to commemorate the 10th anniversary of its “Sokodemo Miles” award ticket service for domestic flights. As the first phase, “Travel and Win! Somewhere Miles 10th Anniversary Present Campaign” started on December 8. During the campaign period, users of “Somewhere Miles” and “Somewhere Miles South Island”…
Japan RV Association certifies 4 new spots for overnight stays in cars. Including an RV park with hot springs and evening breakfast in Kyoto
The Japan RV Association has certified four new locations as “RV Parks,” facilities for overnight stays in vehicles (as of the end of November). RV parks are facilities that meet certain conditions as “places where you can stay overnight in your car comfortably and safely.” There are currently 589 certified RV parks adjacent to hot…
UNIQLO to Launch Snoopy “Coach Jacket” on December 22. Total of 4 types depicting the Peanuts gang
UNIQLO will release a new men’s coach jacket from its Peanuts collaborative UT collection “PLAYFUL TIMES” on December 22. The motif is based on the thin, collared outerwear worn by coaches of American sports teams, featuring snap buttons and elasticized cuffs. The lineup consists of a total of four types designed around the playful daily…
Bee’s Foldable and Portable “Tote Bag for Motorcycle Helmets”. Large capacity and multifunctional for travel
DOPPELGANGER, a motorcycle brand operated by Bee’s, has released a new “Rider’s Helmet Tote Bag” that can completely hold a helmet, available on Amazon and Rakuten Ichiba, etc. Example price on Amazon is 5699 yen. It features a large opening to fit motorcycle helmets, and even off-road helmets with visors can be stored. It can…
Suica’s Penguin specialty store announces new Ueno limited edition merchandise! 2nd Anniversary Pudding a la mode also joins the cafe menu!
JR East Cross Station Foods Company will hold the second campaign to celebrate the second anniversary of the opening of the Pensta Ecute Ueno store, a goods and cafe store themed on JR East “Suica’s Penguin. In the café area, the Ueno store will offer a limited menu of pudding a la mode and a…
Afternoon Tea LIVING, bags/tumblers/folding umbrellas, etc. with Snoopy wearing past cosplayers and aprons, to be released on January 7.
Afternoon Tea LIVING will release Snoopy collaboration items under the theme of “PEANUTS WARDROBE” on January 7, 2026. It will be available at Afternoon Tea Living stores and the official online store. The lineup includes a tumbler with mascot, blanket, die-cut pass case, folding umbrella, and pouch. The designs feature Snoopy in his past costumes…
Blue Impulse display flights to be held in Komaki Air Base and Ishinomaki City, Miyagi Prefecture in March; additional schedule announced for FY2025
On December 9, the Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) updated its Blue Impulse display flight schedule for FY2025. Specialized teams will perform spectacular acrobatics (display flights) using six aircraft in blue and white at various events and air festivals. Flight routes and other details will be determined in the future. The schedule is subject to…