Takarajimasha released the March 2026 issue of MonoMaster today, January 23. It is priced at ¥1990. The special supplement is a set of seven “Moomin” goods. Included in the set is a Nyoronyo gripable mascot keychain (1), a zipper plastic case (4 pieces: small, medium, large, and vertical), a shoulder strap (1), and a pinched…
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On sale today, the March extra issue of MonoMaster, a supplement to Snufkin’s Handy Sewing Machine. You can press and sew with a clattering press like a stapler.
Takarajimasha released the March 2026 extra issue of “MonoMaster” today, January 23. It is priced at 1,650 yen. The special appendix is a handy sewing machine and drawstring set with a design of Snufkin, a friend of “Moomin. The handy sewing machine, shaped like a stapler, can be used for simple hemming and sewing thin…
Weekend Ekiben] Tokyo Station “Reprinted Nihon Shokudo Tonkatsu Bento” (Japanese style pork cutlet lunchbox)
This is a reprinted version of Nihon Shokudo’s “Tonkatsu Bento” sold in 1976 (Showa 51). Both the package and contents are reproduced based on materials from the time, making it a so-called “Showa Retro” bento. Incidentally, 50 years ago, in 1976, Okinawa Prefecture had returned to the mainland, but the remnants of the era of…
Sanrio x Black Myakmyak plushie, size M, is now available for order!
Asunarosha will accept orders for the black plushie series M size (5,280 yen each) from “EXPO 2025 Myakmyaku Sanrio Characters Collaboration Goods,” officially licensed products for Expo 2025 Osaka/Kansai. The lineup includes a total of seven characters: Hello Kitty, Kuromi, My Melody, Pom Pom Pudding, Pochakko, Cinnamoroll, and Hangyodong. The order period is from 12:00…
Fruits & Minnie & Marie make you swoon! Disney Store “GLOSSY FRUITS” Collection Launched
Disney Store will release a new collection “GLOSSY FRUITS” featuring Minnie Mouse and Marie from the movie “Stylish Cat” on January 30. Disney Flagship Tokyo, Tokyo Disney Resort stores, and the official online store will begin pre-sales on January 27. The theme of “GLOSSY FRUITS” is fresh and sweet fruits. The store will combine strawberries,…
70’s Kitty handkerchief and pouch now on sale! United Arrows/Hello Kitty/Chikazawa Lace Shop collaboration “Ribbon Bag” also on resale!
UNITED ARROWS will release its second collaboration item with Sanrio’s “Hello Kitty” on February 13 at “UNITED ARROWS Online. The company began accepting pre-orders on the site at 12:00 pm on January 23, 2012. For the second phase, a triple collaboration with Chikazawa Lace Shop, popular for its unique handkerchiefs that take advantage of the…
APA Hotel opens in April in Hokkaido. Rebranding of Kitami Plaza Hotel, 100 rooms in total
APA Hotel will rebrand and open the Kitami Plaza Hotel in Kitami City, Hokkaido, as APA Hotel (617-139 Tondahigashimachi, Kitami City, Hokkaido) in April. Located 5 minutes from JR Kitami Station and 40 minutes from Memanbetsu Airport by car. The hotel is equipped with a flat parking lot that can accommodate up to 70 cars….
Hands Shibuya Store is a “Pictorial Book to Visit. We went to the 50th anniversary event, which proposes “the fun of getting lost” in everything from travel preparations to recommended goods.
On January 22, Hands held a “Media Presentation for Hands’ 50th Anniversary” for the press at its Shibuya branch. At this presentation, Hands, which will celebrate its 50th anniversary in August 2026, introduced its vision for the next 50 years, its newly created 50th anniversary logo, and various commemorative activities. Mr. Masayuki Takaya, Chairman of…
Hankyu’s Osaka-Umeda Station stop will be moved from January 24, 2012. Station Renewal Begins; Vacant Space to be Used to Enhance Station Facilities
Hankyu Corporation will move the stopping position of trains on each platform at Osaka Umeda Station by approximately 14 meters toward Nakatsu and Juso on and after January 24. This is part of the renovation work announced in November 2025. The vacant space will be used for expansion of facilities and to secure more space…
Shin-Kin Line Passenger Service to be Developed by BRT instead of Railroad Tracks. Utilizes unused double-track land, and although speed is reduced, the project cost and number of services are advantageous.
Katsushika City has announced a “New Transportation System Concept Utilizing the Shinkin Line” and has decided that passenger operations on the Shinkin Line will be based on a BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) system using dedicated roads. The project will be implemented in phases, with the aim of opening in the late 2030s. The Shinkin Line…