Disney Store will release a new collection “GLOSSY FRUITS” featuring Minnie Mouse and Marie from the movie “Stylish Cat” on January 30. Disney Flagship Tokyo, Tokyo Disney Resort stores, and the official online store will begin pre-sales on January 27. The theme of “GLOSSY FRUITS” is fresh and sweet fruits. The store will combine strawberries,…
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70’s Kitty handkerchief and pouch now on sale! United Arrows/Hello Kitty/Chikazawa Lace Shop collaboration “Ribbon Bag” also on resale!
UNITED ARROWS will release its second collaboration item with Sanrio’s “Hello Kitty” on February 13 at “UNITED ARROWS Online. The company began accepting pre-orders on the site at 12:00 pm on January 23, 2012. For the second phase, a triple collaboration with Chikazawa Lace Shop, popular for its unique handkerchiefs that take advantage of the…
APA Hotel opens in April in Hokkaido. Rebranding of Kitami Plaza Hotel, 100 rooms in total
APA Hotel will rebrand and open the Kitami Plaza Hotel in Kitami City, Hokkaido, as APA Hotel (617-139 Tondahigashimachi, Kitami City, Hokkaido) in April. Located 5 minutes from JR Kitami Station and 40 minutes from Memanbetsu Airport by car. The hotel is equipped with a flat parking lot that can accommodate up to 70 cars….
Hands Shibuya Store is a “Pictorial Book to Visit. We went to the 50th anniversary event, which proposes “the fun of getting lost” in everything from travel preparations to recommended goods.
On January 22, Hands held a “Media Presentation for Hands’ 50th Anniversary” for the press at its Shibuya branch. At this presentation, Hands, which will celebrate its 50th anniversary in August 2026, introduced its vision for the next 50 years, its newly created 50th anniversary logo, and various commemorative activities. Mr. Masayuki Takaya, Chairman of…
Hankyu’s Osaka-Umeda Station stop will be moved from January 24, 2012. Station Renewal Begins; Vacant Space to be Used to Enhance Station Facilities
Hankyu Corporation will move the stopping position of trains on each platform at Osaka Umeda Station by approximately 14 meters toward Nakatsu and Juso on and after January 24. This is part of the renovation work announced in November 2025. The vacant space will be used for expansion of facilities and to secure more space…
Shin-Kin Line Passenger Service to be Developed by BRT instead of Railroad Tracks. Utilizes unused double-track land, and although speed is reduced, the project cost and number of services are advantageous.
Katsushika City has announced a “New Transportation System Concept Utilizing the Shinkin Line” and has decided that passenger operations on the Shinkin Line will be based on a BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) system using dedicated roads. The project will be implemented in phases, with the aim of opening in the late 2030s. The Shinkin Line…
The “Midori-no-Eki Clock,” which sold out immediately, is now available at a fixed price! Now in stock and available for pre-order on Amazon and Rakuten, for shipment around early June.
Takarajimasya announced on its official X website that the January 14 release of “JR East Midori-no-Eki Clock Book” will be reprinted. The price is 3422 yen. The familiar clocks often seen at JR East station ticket gates, platforms, and ticket booths have become alarm clocks that can be used at home. The alarm clock is…
Workman focuses on “cooler wear” for spring/summer 2026. New Heat-Resistant Apparel Made of New Material “XShelter” to be Launched in Succession
Heat-relieving material developed in anticipation of 45°C outside temperatures in the future (main application: workwear for craftsmen and professionals) Material that makes all of the four major risks of heat stroke – body surface temperature/humidity inside clothing/radiation heat/air permeability – comfortable (can be used in a wide range of applications including sports, outdoor, and general…
AIRDO unifies discount fares for limited number of flights and seats to be equivalent to “DO Value 1”. Round-trip fares are now treated as discounts that can be used in combination with “DO Value”.
AIRDO will begin selling tickets for flights between March 29 and May 18 on January 29, and for flights between May 19 and October 24 on February 2. AIRDO will also change its fare structure from May 19. The name “Flex” will be used for regular fares. For advance purchase fares, which are limited to…
JALPAC offers airfare + accommodation tour to experience Tokyo DisneySea “Sparkling Jubilee” earlier, on April 12.
JALPAC has released “Tokyo DisneySea 25th Anniversary ‘Sparkling Jubilee’ Special Night Passport Included Tour” for departures on April 11 and 12. Reservations can be made up to seven days prior to departure. This tour allows you to participate in the “Sparkling Jubilee” Special Night, a 25th anniversary event at Tokyo DisneySea (1-13 Maihama, Urayasu City,…