JR East and JR Hokkaido will begin selling a special discount ticket on “Ekinet” that offers 50% off fares on Shinkansen and limited-express trains in the Tohoku, Hokkaido, Joetsu, Hokuriku, Akita, and Yamagata regions, available only on weekdays. Eligible products include the “Shinkansen e-Ticket (Tokudane Special 28)” and the “Conventional Line Ticketless Limited Express Ticket…
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[JAL Hometown Ambassadors/Support Team: A Look at Their Love for Their Region] One-Night-Only Special Dinner Event: “Traveling Makers’ Dinner in Hinode Town, Oita Prefecture”
JAL, which has bases throughout the country, has been continuously implementing initiatives to revitalize local communities (currently known as the “JAL Hometown Project”), and In August 2020, the company launched the “JAL Hometown Ambassadors” program, in which flight attendants selected through an internal application process relocate to their respective regions to promote local initiatives. Additionally,…
Kintetsu Launches “Meihan ‘Special Deal’ Express Digital Ticket (Weekdays Only).” Great value during off-peak hours on weekdays.
Kintetsu will begin selling the “Meihan ‘Special Deal’ Express Digital Ticket (Weekdays Only),” which offers discounted fares during off-peak hours on weekdays, on September 15. The ticket is valid only on weekdays from October 5 through December 18 and can be purchased from one month before the date of travel up until the day before….
“Kagoshima Tourism Support Discount,” offering up to 60% off accommodations in Kagoshima Prefecture, begins accepting reservations today. This is a separate travel support program from the Kyushu Recovery Support Discount.
Kagoshima Prefecture will implement its own travel support program, the “Kagoshima Tourism Support Discount.” The program applies to stays from September 14 through October 13. This initiative, which is separate from the “Kyushu Recovery Support Discount” program set to begin in October, provides a subsidy covering up to 60 percent of lodging fees at eligible…
The “JR East Midori Station Clock” alarm clock, which glows in the dark, goes on sale today! Wake up to the “Babbling Brook” and “Spring” departure melodies.
Takarajimasha will release the mook “JR East Edition: Midori Station Clock BOOK 2—Glows in the Dark! Fluorescent Color Ver.” today, September 14. The price is 3,422 yen. It will be available at bookstores and online retailers. An alarm clock that faithfully reproduces the “Green Station Clock” often seen at train stations. This second edition features…
[From Hawaii] 10 Beers to Try on Your Next Trip to Hawaii: Fall 2026
Led Zeppelin (Aloha Beer Company) — This is a favorite among my local friends who love beer. Previously, it was only available at the “Aloha Beer Company” store, but when I saw cans for sale at the supermarket, I bought them right away. “Old School IPA” refers to a classic, robust IPA—a stark contrast to…
Perfect for villain-themed outfits and supporting your favorite character. New items featuring villain and henchman designs—including pouches and accessories—have arrived at the Disney Store.
The Disney Store will release a new collection featuring Villains designs on September 18. Pre-sales will begin on the 15th at the Disney Flagship Store in Tokyo, the Tokyo Disney Resort store, and the official online store. The highlight is “MISCHIEVOUS FRIENDS.” It’s a collection of characters—including the henchmen of Disney villains—who are essential to…
Lime to Deploy Vehicle Pickup and Drop-off Ports and Battery Swap Stations at Lawson Stores in Naha
On September 14, Lime began installing Lime ports and battery swap stations at Lawson stores in Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture. This marks the first time Lime has been introduced to a major convenience store chain. The goal is to improve the convenience of getting around the city by turning convenience stores—which are frequented by local…
Pokémon × 3COINS: Commemorative items for the 30th anniversary of Red and Green. 62 items perfect for everyday use, including bags, mugs, and rain gear.
Pal Group Holdings, the operator of the 3COINS chain, will release items commemorating the 30th anniversary of Pokémon on October 10. There will be a total of 62 items. We offer three different designs, each featuring a range of everyday items such as tableware, stationery, shopping bags, mini towels, and drawstring pouches. Please note that…
“Hotel Route Inn Kobe Sanda – Shin-Sanda Station” has opened. It is a 1-minute walk from the station, 12 minutes from the Kobe Sanda Interchange, and features a surface parking lot with 80 spaces.
On September 14, Route Inn Japan opened the “Hotel Route Inn Kobe Sanda—Shin-Sanda Station”—(1-11 Fukushima, Sanda City, Hyogo Prefecture). Located about a 1-minute walk from Shin-Sanda Station on the JR Fukuchiyama Line and about a 12-minute drive from the Kobe-Sanda Interchange, the hotel features 231 guest rooms (accommodating up to 403 guests). It also has…