Can JR West’s technology be sold more and more externally? It goes without saying that JR West is a railroad company. However, it is not well known that JR West is not only a railway company, but that it also obtains know-how from various industries for transporting people and considering safety, while also selling it…
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International Emergency Relief Aid for Torrential Rains in the Republic of Mozambique -Delivery of Donated Goods ｜ News & PR
January 29, 2026 Emergency relief supplies provided by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) have been delivered to the Republic of Mozambique in response to the country’s torrential rains. The emergency relief supplies for Mozambique arrived in the capital city of Maputo on January 27 and 28, and a handover ceremony was held at the…
Blanket for fire extinguishing by placing it over the fire is on sale at Amazon. Also for escaping from the scene of a fire.
Amazon (Amazon Japan) is having a time sale on the “Hike-Shi~to” fire-extinguishing blanket. Normally priced at 4,400 yen, it is 15% off at 3,740 yen at the time of writing. Silicon coating on the fiberglass sheet enhances the asphyxiating effect when placed over the fire. Size is 120 x 120 cm. In addition to being…
Rakuten Travel resumes discounts on lodging in Kagoshima Prefecture. Up to 20% off, for up to 7 consecutive nights.
Kagoshima Prefecture is conducting a travel assistance “Southern Treasure Box Kagoshima Winter Warm Accommodation Discount Campaign” until February 28. Discounts are available until check-out on March 1. The campaign will end when the budget limit is reached. Up to 20% off per person per night at participating lodging facilities in the prefecture. Up to 7…
Braun electric shavers, Series 9 SPORT+, 34% off. Top-of-the-line PRO+ also on sale.
Amazon (Amazon Japan) is offering a sale on the Braun “Electric Shaver Series 9 SPORT+” (9360cc). Normally priced at 52,800 yen, it is 34% off at 34,800 yen at the time of writing. This Amazon-exclusive model comes with a 6-in-1 automatic alcohol cleaner and a shaver case for easy carrying. It can clean and sanitize…
Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Ticket” for unlimited travel on the Alpine Route and between Nagoya and Toyama/Shinano Omachi for 5 days. 24,500 yen for a limited express ticket.
JR Tokai will offer the “Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Free Ticket” from April 15 to November 30. The tickets will be on sale from March 15 to November 26, and will be handled exclusively through the e5489 web-based reservation service. This ticket allows unlimited travel on the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route between Toyama Station, Tateyama Station,…
USJ Opens “Universal Cool Japan 2026,” a Festival of Japanese Works! Actor Meiku Hata appeared at the ceremony, immersing himself in Detective Conan and Jutsu Kaisen.
Universal Studios Japan will hold “Universal Cool Japan 2026,” an event bringing together Japanese entertainment brands, from January 30. The opening ceremony was held prior to the event, and the media was given a first look at all of the attractions that will be open for a limited time starting tomorrow. The guest of honor…
Nagoya Sea Life Aquarium collaborates with “Atsumare Animal Crossing”. Workshop to make wreaths of sea turtles, limited-edition goods for sale, etc.
Nagoya Sea Life Aquarium (2-7-1 Kinjofuto, Minato-ku, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture), operated by the aquarium brand SEA LIFE, will hold a “Sea Creatures: Interactive Exhibition” in collaboration with the Nintendo Switch game “Atsumare Animal Crossing”. The exhibition will run from January 30 to May 11. At the event, more than 30 types of sharks and…
Tokyo Metropolitan Cruise 2026, Round Kyushu/Kii/Cheju, 3 dates at a time open to the public. Applications accepted through February 20 for Tokyo residents and workers only.
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government (TMG) has announced the schedule for the “TMG Cruise” for fiscal year 2026, with three dates set for April. The “Tomin Cruise” is a cruise for residents and workers in the Tokyo metropolitan area at a lower price than usual. The cruise is offered at a 20% discount on the “Citizens’…
USJ’s “Jutsu Kaiten” attraction is back after a three-year absence! Visitors are thrown into a raging “Jutsu Battle” at the new “The Real 4-D” attraction!
Universal Studios Japan will hold “Universal Cool Japan 2026,” an event that brings together Japanese entertainment brands, starting January 30. This year, the “Jyujyukaisen” attraction is back for its 11th year! In collaboration with the third season of the TV anime “Jyujyukaisen” that started airing this January, the theater show “Jyujyukaisen the Real 4-D: Kaitouru…