Takarajimasha will release “Disney·PIXAR TOY STORY 5: Super-Size! Sticky Note Book” on November 24. The price is 1,210 yen. It will be available at bookstores and online retailers. Featuring a massive collection of 27 varieties and a total of 540 cards, including stills from the film and special artwork, the lineup includes not only familiar…
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On sale today: The November issue of *Linnen*, featuring “L.L.Bean” fall knit bags and pouches as freebies. Warm colors and stretchy, thick fabric.
Takarajimasha will release the November 2026 issue of “Linen” on September 18. The price is 1,680 yen. It will be available at bookstores and online retailers. The bonus items are bags and pouches created in collaboration with the outdoor brand “L.L.Bean.” Their key feature is the substantial feel of the high-quality, stretchy knit fabric. The…
Starting today, the “Nozomi” Shinkansen will no longer have unreserved seating. For the first time during Silver Week, all seats will be reserved.
JR Central and JR West will operate all “Nozomi” trains on the Tokaido and Sanyo Shinkansen lines during Silver Week with all seats reserved. The period in question is September 18–23. To accommodate the large number of travelers who typically book tickets and secure seats during major holiday periods—when ridership is particularly high—the trains will…
On sale today: The November special issue of *Linnen* features a cute two-tiered stand-up pouch with a cat and a “Mofu Sandwich” design. Perfect for storing cosmetics and gadgets.
Takarajimasha will release the November 2026 special issue of “Linner” today, September 18. The price is 1,680 yen. It will be available at bookstores and online retailers. The bonus item included with this special issue is a multifunctional pouch created in our first collaboration with the popular cat character “mofusand.” It features two separate storage…
Additional Emergency Aid for Flood and Mudslide Damage in Nepal — Donation of Supplies — | News & Public Relations
In response to the floods and mudslides that struck Nepal, and following a request for assistance from the Nepalese government, the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) will provide additional emergency relief supplies as detailed below. Note 1. Damage Situation The floods that struck Nepal on the morning of August 26 have caused extensive loss of…
[Weekend Station Bento] Sendai Station: “Miyagi’s Local Dish: Harako Meshi”
When it comes to Sendai’s famous specialties, beef tongue is definitely at the top of the list! That’s why you’ll find many ekiben (station boxed lunches) for sale at Sendai Station. However, the “Harako Meshi” I’m introducing today is also a very well-known local dish from Miyagi Prefecture, and there are several ekiben featuring this…
Disney Store Announces the Fourth Installment of UniBestiez. The new characters Goofy and Max meet are Fu Tiger and Limi Tiger.
The Disney Store has added new characters to its original “UniBestiez” line. FooTiger and Limi Tiger—the tigers that Goofy and Max met—are joining the group. Foo Tiger is cheerful and laid-back, while Rimi Tiger is mischievous and sometimes sassy—their personalities resemble Goofy’s and Max’s, respectively. Along with the unveiling of the new character, the release…
Bangladesh Healthcare Business Seminar | News & Public Relations
We are pleased to announce that we will be hosting the “Bangladesh Healthcare Business Seminar” to coincide with the visit to Japan by senior officials from the Ministry of Health, Family, and Welfare of Bangladesh. The seminar will highlight the latest trends, examples of cooperation, and business opportunities in Bangladesh’s rapidly growing healthcare sector, and…
“Fall Unlimited Ride Pass” goes on sale today. Enjoy unlimited rides on JR local trains for 3 days—a better deal than the Seishun 18 Ticket.
To coincide with “Railway Day” on October 14, the JR Group will once again offer the “Fall Unlimited Ride Pass” and the “Fall Unlimited Ride Pass with Hokkaido Shinkansen Option” for fiscal year 2026. The sales period runs from September 18 to October 16, and the pass is valid from October 3 to 18. The…
Oita Prefecture’s “Kyushu Recovery Support Discount” opens for reservations on September 24. Available through Jalan, Rakuten Travel, and other platforms for stays through December 15.
Fukuoka Prefecture has set the start date for reservations for the “Kyushu Recovery Support Discount” Fukuoka Campaign at around 12:00 p.m. on September 24. The eligible period covers stays from October 1 to December 15 (check-out on December 16); reservations made on or before September 23 are not eligible for the discount. The eligible booking…