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Hakone Ichinoyu Begins Accepting Bookings for Its “Beginner’s Car Camping Plan” for the First Time Since the Start of the Pandemic. Unlimited Hot Spring Access for 5,500 Yen per Vehicle per Night

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Ichinoyu (located at 940-2 Sengokuhara, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa Prefecture) will begin offering a “Beginner’s Plan” for overnight stays in vehicles. The program will run from June 10 to September 30 (tentative), with rates starting at 5,500 yen per vehicle per night. This plan was launched in 2021 during the COVID-19 pandemic but was temporarily suspended…

3D keychains and ball chain charms featuring Kuro Myaku Myaku are now available in six “favorite colors”

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Heso Production will release 3D keychains and ball-chain mascots featuring “Kuro Myaku Myaku,” the official mascot of the Osaka-Kansai World Expo, as “EXPO 2025 Official Licensed Merchandise” in mid-June. All six colors—red, pink, purple, blue, green, and yellow—are available as “favorite colors.” Prices are 1,100 yen each for the “Black Myaku Myaku 3D Keychain (Favorite…

The Japan RV Association has certified 10 new “RV Parks” for overnight camping. The network has expanded to 644 facilities nationwide, including spots where visitors can enjoy the natural beauty of the ocean and rural landscapes.

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The Japan RV Association has certified 10 new sites as “RV Parks,” facilities designed for overnight stays in vehicles. As of June 1, this brings the total number of such facilities nationwide to 644. RV parks are facilities that meet certain criteria to provide “a comfortable and safe place to stay overnight in a vehicle,”…

UNIQLO and Sanrio’s “Rilako” collection goes on sale today. The collection features four designs, including a sun-kissed Kitty relaxing on the beach.

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UNIQLO is releasing its new UT collection in collaboration with Sanrio, titled “SANRIO CHARACTERS ON THE BEACH,” today, June 8. The women’s “Rirako” collection features four designs, available in sizes S through 3XL. Each item is priced at 1,500 yen. The designs adorably depict Hello Kitty, My Melody, Cinnamoroll, Pocchacco, and Pompompurin—all with a sun-kissed…

I took a test ride on the SL Taiju “Tsuchi.” What are the highlights of the Kinugawa–Aizu route, including hot springs, the Mole Station, and the reservoir?

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Service Overview: This special service consists of a single round trip over two days. On June 27, the train will run from Shimo-Imaichi to Aizu-Wakamatsu, and on the following day, June 28, it will run from Aizu-Wakamatsu back to Shimo-Imaichi. The nickname “Totsu” derives from Totsu Shrine, located in Inawashiro Town, Fukushima Prefecture. It is…

“Fairycake Fair” Photochromic Sunglasses & Case Supplement Featuring Lots of Summer Cats, *Otona no Oshare Techo* August Issue

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Takarajimasha will release the August 2026 issue of “Otona no Oshare Techo” on July 7. The price is 1,740 yen. The bonus set includes a three-piece set from “Fairycake Fair”: photochromic sunglasses, a lens cloth, and a case. The sunglasses feature lenses that darken from clear to black depending on UV levels, blocking 99.9% of…

A Gathering of Disney Cat Characters! Includes an extra-large case and pouches in various sizes—August Special Issue of “Otona no Oshare Techo”

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Takarajimasha will release the August 2026 special issue of *Otona no Oshare Techo* on July 7. The price is 1,690 yen. The special edition supplement includes a three-piece set featuring a large case and two pouches—one large and one small—all adorned with Disney’s beloved feline characters. The large case features Marie, the kitten from *The…