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…
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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,…
Sanko launches Potaron, a portable iron that weighs 340g and does not require a transformer. Storage bag included.
Sanko has released a 240V-compatible portable iron “Potalon. The price is 6980 yen. Compact iron with a length of 15.3 cm and a weight of approximately 340 g. It has an automatic temperature control function and is compatible with AC100V to 240V without a transformer. The surface is coated with a smooth ceramic coating. In…
LOWRYS FARM Launches “Chiikawaka” Loungewear. A total of 10 models, including sweatshirts and cardigans, can be enjoyed by parents and children alike.
Adagoria will release loungewear from LOWRYS FARM in collaboration with “Chiika” on January 24. Prices range from 1,870 yen to 9,900 yen. Under the theme of “cute” that brings a little comfort to your home time, the lineup includes a total of 10 types of sweatshirts with images of chikka, hare, and rabbit, as well…
Three nights in the latest hotel on the mysterious island of Langkawi. Are the rocks on the island the stone figures of giants of folklore?
Langkawi is an island like this The island of Langkawi, located in northwestern Malaysia on the border with Thailand, is an island rich in nature with beautiful beaches and tropical rainforests. The population is approximately 65,000, the majority of whom are of Malay descent, but there are also people of Chinese and Indian descent. The…