The company also announced that it had signed a “Cooperation Agreement on Realizing Further Growth at Kansai International Airport” with Osaka Prefecture. Peach Aviation has redesigned the uniforms worn by its flight attendants, flight crew, and ground staff, and they will begin wearing them on October 1. Ahead of this, on September 3, the airline…
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“ATOCHI,” a new station square on the site of the former Tsudanuma Parco, will open on October 1. The square will feature an artificial turf area, bicycle parking, and an event space.
Mitsui Fudosan Residential will open “Tsudanuma Ekimae ATOCHI,” a station-front plaza, on October 1 on the site of the former “Tsudanuma PARCO” at the north exit of JR Tsudanuma Station, which spans Funabashi City and Narashino City in Chiba Prefecture. This project aims to create a vibrant atmosphere in front of the station and revitalize…
JR Hokkaido has decided to name the new station on the Chitose Line “F Village.” It is about a 4-minute walk to Escon Field.
On September 4, JR Hokkaido and Kitahiroshima City decided to name the new station currently under construction on the Chitose Line between Kitahiroshima and Uenohoro “F Village.” The station’s number will be H06-1. While the target opening date had been set for around summer 2028, officials stated that a new date will be announced at…
Issuance of the 90th Japan International Cooperation Agency Bond (Domestic Fiscal Investment and Loan Program Bond) “AgriBond” and Selection of Lead Manager | News & Public Relations
The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has decided to issue the 90th JICA Bond (Domestic Fiscal Investment and Loan Program Bond) for institutional investors as an “Agri-Bond,” with the proceeds to be allocated to concessional loan projects in the agriculture and fisheries sectors. In addition, the following institutions have been selected as joint lead managers…
Signing of a Grant Agreement for Grant Assistance to Afghanistan: Supporting the Strengthening of Counter-Narcotics Capacities for Vulnerable Populations Through UNODC | News & Public Relations
On September 3, the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) signed a grant agreement (Grant Agreement: G/A) with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (hereinafter “UNODC”) for the “Project to Strengthen Drug Control Capacities for Vulnerable Populations (in collaboration with the UN / implemented by UNODC).” Scenes from the signing ceremony Through this project,…
New merchandise featuring Jack, Zero, and the rest has arrived at the Disney Store again this year. From apparel to tableware, it’s all about *The Nightmare Before Christmas*.
The Disney Store will release new merchandise inspired by the movie *The Nightmare Before Christmas* on September 11. Pre-sales will begin on September 8 at the Disney Flagship Tokyo store, the Tokyo Disney Resort store, and the official online store. The new collection features tarot card-inspired designs, showcasing the residents of Halloween Town, including Jack…
“Return to Taiwan, Double the Luck”: Repeat visitors to Taiwan can win approximately 25,000 yen in e-money. Travel companions can win approximately 15,000 yen.
The Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications of the Republic of China will run the “Visit Taiwan Again, Double the Blessings” campaign from 10:00 a.m. on October 1 through March 31, 2027. The eligible travel period begins on October 10. An initiative to award electronic money via a lottery: 5,000 Taiwan dollars…
[Weekend Station Bento] Takasaki Station “Chashu Bento”
The “Chashu Bento” I bought at Takasaki Station this time is, as the name suggests, a very simple ekiben featuring chashu (roasted pork) served on top of rice. Featuring Haruna Pork—a specialty of Gunma Prefecture—as the star ingredient, this bento was first introduced in 2003. Although it was discontinued in 2016, it was relaunched in…
Emergency Aid for Flood Victims in Nepal—Delivery of Donated Supplies— | News & Public Relations
September 3, 2026 Emergency relief supplies provided by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to address flood damage in Raswa District, Bagmati Province, Nepal, and in the Botekoshi and Trishli river basins have been delivered to the country. The emergency aid supplies for Nepal arrived in Kathmandu on September 2. A handover ceremony was held…
Dispatch of an International Emergency Assistance Team and Expert Team to Address Flood and Mudslide Damage in Nepal | News & Public Relations
On September 4, JICA will dispatch an International Emergency Assistance Team and a team of experts to Nepal in response to the flood and mudslide damage there, as detailed below. Note 1. Disaster Situation Massive floods (flash floods) and mudslides occurred in Raswa District, Nepal, and Shigatse City in the Tibet Autonomous Region of the…