Tokyo DisneySea will release new “Imagining the Magic” merchandise on October 15. “Imagining the Magic” is a photography project by Tokyo Disney Resort that captures moments of dreams and magic. In 2026, photographer Masashi Asada will capture Tokyo DisneySea, which will be brimming with festive spirit as it celebrates its 25th anniversary, and the resulting…
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On sale today! The September special issue of *Linen* comes with a Miffy x Coleman summer-themed eco-bag as a freebie, plus a backpack-style mini pouch.
Takarajimasha will release the September 2026 special issue of “Linen” today, July 21. The price is 1,720 yen. It will be available at bookstores and online retailers. The special edition includes a mini backpack pouch and a summer-themed eco-bag from the Miffy x Coleman collaboration. The pouch, modeled after Coleman’s popular “Walker” backpack, comes with…
A Roundup of Fireworks Festivals in August. Packed with major events, including “Makuhari Beach”—one of Japan’s largest with 24,000 fireworks—and “Nagaoka,” one of Japan’s Three Great Fireworks Festivals!
Summer is now in full swing, and in August, large-scale fireworks displays are held day after day across the country. In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of must-see events from among the fireworks displays taking place in August—perfect for visiting during summer vacation or the Obon holiday. In the Kanto region and its surrounding…
The September issue of *Linen*, featuring a Miffy x Coleman shoulder bag as a freebie, goes on sale today! The set also includes a summer-themed PVC pouch.
Takarajimasha will release the September 2026 issue of “Linen” today, July 21. The price is 1,720 yen. It will be available at bookstores and online retailers. The special bonus items are a Miffy x Coleman shoulder bag and a clear pouch with a summery pattern. This versatile bag, perfect for everything from daily outings to…
[Visiting RV Parks: Hubs for Overnight Stays in Your RV] The Largest Site Yet at 20×10m. We Stayed at a Grass-Covered RV Park in Kamisu City, Ibaraki: “RV Park Water Garden Resort Camp & Marina” and “RV Park Hikawahama”
This time, we’ll be introducing two facilities located in Kamisu City, Ibaraki Prefecture: “RV Park Water Garden Resort Camp & Marina” and “RV Park Hikawabama.” While their names might suggest they have no connection, they are actually operated by the same company. The parent company is Token, which operates a campground called “Water Garden Resort…
Pokémon-Themed Buses Are Running in Ishikawa and Noto! We Went to Check Out Hokutetsu’s Exclusive Limited-Edition Circulator and Express Buses Right Away
On July 17, Ishikawa Prefecture held a “Pokémon-Themed Bus Unveiling Ceremony” at Japan Aviation High School Ishikawa. As part of the “Come On Over! Pokémon Noto Tour” initiative to support tourism on the Noto Peninsula—a project undertaken in collaboration with the Pokémon With You Foundation—the Hokuriku Railway Group unveiled two buses on July 18: the…
[Asami Araki’s Life in Paris] The “Island of Impressionism” floating on the Seine, beloved by the masters of Impressionism and the birthplace of countless masterpieces
I visited the “Island of the Impressionists.” It’s located in the town of Châteaux, in western Paris—about a 30-minute train ride from central Paris—on an island in the Seine River. With the arrival of the railroad in the late 19th century, this area flourished as a recreational destination for Parisians. Impressionist masters such as Renoir,…
I tried out Accor’s premium membership, “ALL Accor+ Explorer.” With an annual fee of 39,800 yen, you get two free nights a year and 30% off restaurant meals—but just how good of a deal is it?
On June 30, Accor officially launched its premium paid membership program, “ALL Accor+ Explorer,” in Japan. The annual membership fee is 39,800 yen. Members receive benefits such as two free nights per year redeemable at over 1,400 hotels in Japan, the Asia-Pacific region, and the UAE; a 30% discount on meals at participating hotels; a…
The Blue Impulse will fly over Tokushima. They will circle from Cape Kamogata to the Great Naruto Bridge, starting at 12:20 p.m.
On July 19, the Japan Air Self-Defense Force will conduct a Blue Impulse demonstration flight in the southeastern coastal area of Tokushima and as part of the “Komatsushima Port Festival 2026,” a commemorative event marking the 75th anniversary of Komatsushima City’s establishment. The flight will take place from 12:20 p.m. to 12:40 p.m. The aircraft…
Takarajimasha’s “Summer Clearance Sale” with up to 80% off. Magazines with free gifts for 980 yen or less / Recovery wear at half price / Great-value lucky bags, too
Takarajimasha is holding its “Summer Clearance Sale,” featuring discounts of up to 80% on products available on its official online store, “Takarajima Channel,” through August 16. Recovery Wear for General Medical Use Highlights include a clearance sale offering up to 50% off previous models from the “Recoverypro Lab. Fatigue Recovery Wear” series, as well as…