Summer is finally in full swing in Hawaii. Under the bright, energetic sun, the ocean, palm trees, and flowers glow with stunning colors. The North Shore is the perfect place to visit at this time of year. There, you can experience the unique charm of northern Oahu—from towns that still retain the atmosphere of old…
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[JAL Hometown Ambassadors/Support Team: A Look at Their Love for Their Region] JAL’s Oki–Izumo route marks its 60th anniversary. Here’s a look at Oki’s charms and recommended spots!
JAL, which has bases throughout Japan, 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 local communities to promote initiatives in their respective regions….
Ace’s “Sani” Series of Shoulder Bags and Backpacks: Clean, Streamlined Designs with Features That Improve Visibility Inside
On July 24, “ace.”, the bag and luggage brand operated by Ace, announced the “Sani” series as a new addition to its STYLE COLLECTION. The Sani is a bag that combines a simple, clean design with practical features for everyday use; it reportedly offers both more storage capacity than its appearance suggests and lightweight construction….
Buffalo: USB Type-C to LAN Adapter Cable That Snaps Together Magnetically. Available in 1m and 2m lengths
Buffalo will begin rolling out its “LUAMC-U3CG Series” USB Type-C to LAN adapter cables in early August. The cables are available in 1-meter and 2-meter lengths. While prices are open, the 1-meter version retails for around 3,000 yen, and the 2-meter version for around 3,300 yen. This product combines a USB-to-LAN adapter with a USB…
ANA’s 40th Anniversary Year of International Flights wraps up with a flight to Washington Dulles Airport. Soracchi’s here, too!
On July 26, ANA marked the 40th anniversary of its Tokyo–Washington, D.C. route. The airline’s international service began with the Narita–Guam route, which launched on March 3, 1986, followed by the Narita–Los Angeles route on July 16 of the same year, and the Narita–Washington, D.C. route on July 26. Today’s flight to Washington Dulles International…
The “Piyorin” 15th Anniversary Memorial Book goes on sale today. Includes a plush charm and squishy stickers.
Takarajimasha will release the “Piyorin 15th Anniversary Memorial Book,” produced under the supervision of JR Tokai Food Service, today, July 27. The price is 3,160 yen. To commemorate the 15th anniversary of “Piyorin,” a popular dessert from Nagoya, a special mook has been released featuring plush charms and squishy stickers as bonus items. The charms,…
A Photo Feature Showcasing All “Future of Life+” Merchandise. We Checked Out the Official Store Before Its Grand Opening
T-Shirts and Apparel Accessories: There are four T-shirt designs, two of which are also available in kids’ sizes. Size samples were displayed on the sales floor. The caps feature the words “FUTURE OF LIFE” embroidered in pink thread on a beige background. The bandanas have a refreshing blue base with real-life images of androids and…
[Vocalist Kotone’s Musical Journey] My First Summer Camp! A Summer Trip in Fujieda, Shizuoka Prefecture, Where I Relaxed in Nature and Recharged with Yaizu’s Delicious Food
First, we stopped for a bite at a popular local hamburger steak chain. Since we’d just arrived and were starting to get a little hungry, we figured we might as well make the most of our trip to Shizuoka, so we decided to head to “Sawayaka Fujieda Tsukiji,” a restaurant famous for its charcoal-grilled hamburger…
Review of the Special Exhibition “The Future of Life+.” How Is It Different from the World’s Fair? Hiroshi Ishiguro and Ishiguroid Highlight the Highlights [Spoilers Ahead]
MoN Takanawa: The Museum of Narratives will host the special exhibition “The Future of Life+.” The exhibition runs from July 25 to September 25 at “Box1000” in TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY. This article covers the media preview and press conference held the day before the opening. “The Future of Life,” the signature pavilion created by Hiroshi…
Takarajimasha’s “The Very Hungry Caterpillar” Neck Pillow. Perfect not only for travel, but also as a cushion in the car or at home.
Takarajimasha will release “The Very Hungry Caterpillar: Caterpillar Neck Pillow BOOK” on September 4. The price is 4,389 yen. It will be available at bookstores and online retailers. To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Japanese release of the popular picture book *The Very Hungry Caterpillar*, a neck pillow with a unique design—making it look…