Akafuku will have a booth at the “Summer Keio Sweets Expo,” which will be held from July 17 to 28 at the Grand Exhibition Hall on the 7th floor of the Keio Department Store Shinjuku branch. In addition to the summer-limited “Akafuku Mizu Yokan” (1 box, 320g, 1,200 yen), the store will also sell items…
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Tobu Railway to Introduce Touchless Facial Recognition Ticket Gates at Ikebukuro and Kami-Itabashi Stations Starting July 15; Utilizing the “SAKULaLa” Biometric Authentication Service
Tobu Railway will introduce walk-through facial recognition ticket gates utilizing the biometric authentication service “SAKULaLa” at two stations on the Tobu Tojo Line—Ikebukuro Station and Kami-Itabashi Station—starting July 15. This system allows passengers to pass through without having to tap an IC card or smartphone—they can simply walk through with nothing in their hands—making it…
Kärcher’s “Handy Air” portable pressure washer is available at one of its lowest prices ever during Prime Day. Other models, including entry-level units and window cleaners, are also on sale.
Amazon (Amazon Japan) is holding a Prime Day sale on Kärcher’s “OC Handy Compact” portable pressure washer. Normally priced at 14,980 yen, it is currently available for 13% off at 12,999 yen as of this writing, making it one of the lowest prices ever recorded on Amazon. Travel Watch also publishes hands-on reviews of actual…
Braun’s Series 9 SPORT+ electric shaver is 44% off—the lowest price ever. The PRO+ is also on sale.
Amazon (Amazon Japan) is holding a Prime Day sale on the Braun “Series 9 SPORT+” electric shaver (9360cc). Normally priced at 52,800 yen, it is currently available for 29,800 yen—a 44% discount—as of this writing. This price—under 30,000 yen—is the lowest ever, tying the record set during Black Friday in November 2025. This Amazon-exclusive model…
The Fire HD 10 Kids Edition is 25% off. Get unlimited access to picture books, encyclopedias, and educational apps, plus a Toy Story stylus for practically free.
Amazon (Amazon Japan) is holding a Prime Day sale on the “Fire HD 10 Kids Edition.” Normally priced at 23,980 yen, it is currently available for 17,980 yen—a 25% discount—as of this writing. Released in 2023 as the 13th generation (current model), this device is designed for preschoolers ages 3 and up. It runs on…
Takarajimasha Releases “JR East Midori Station Clock” That Glows in the Dark; Alarms Feature Authentic Departure Melodies “Seisera” and “Spring”
Takarajimasha will release the mook “JR East Edition: Midori Station Clock BOOK 2—Glows in the Dark! Fluorescent Color Ver.” on 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…
“Hanshin Expressway Odekake Pass 2026”: Unlimited rides for a flat rate for one day. Choose from two routes in Osaka and Kobe; the sightseeing facility package plan offers even greater value.
Hanshin Expressway has begun selling the “Hanshin Expressway Odekake Pass 2026,” which offers unlimited travel within the designated area for a flat daily rate. The pass is valid only on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays from July 18 through March 28, 2027 (excluding the Obon holiday, Silver Week, and the year-end and New Year holidays), and…
Traffic restrictions for the “78th Kamakura Fireworks Festival” will begin at 6:30 p.m. Vehicle traffic will be prohibited on Wakamiya-ōji and in the Hase area.
The Kamakura City Tourism Association will hold the “78th Kamakura Fireworks Festival” on July 10 from 7:20 p.m. to 8:10 p.m. The venue stretches from Yuigahama Beach to Zaimokuza Beach. Approximately 2,500 fireworks will be launched, including dynamic large-caliber shells, star mines, and the festival’s signature underwater fireworks, which fan out across the water’s surface….
The September issue of “sweet” comes with a “Sun-Kissed Kitty” big tote and charm pouch as a freebie. The bag is made of PVC, perfect for summer outings.
Takarajimasha will release the September 2026 special issue of “sweet” on August 10. The price is 1,890 yen. It will be available at bookstores and online retailers. The special issue comes with a “Sun-Kissed Hello Kitty” large tote bag and face charm. The tote bag is an extra-large size, measuring approximately 37.5 × 10 ×…
The September issue of *sweet* comes with a 9-piece “Sun-Kissed Kitty” stationery set as a bonus, packaged in a Heisei-era gal-style tin case.
Takarajimasha will release the September 2026 issue of “sweet” on August 10. The price is 1,690 yen. It will be available at bookstores and online retailers. The special bonus is a 9-piece set of “Sun-Kissed Hello Kitty” stationery. It includes masking tape, round paper clips, two types of zipper pouches, sticky notes, two types of…