In August 2025, Ryota Yamazato of the comedy duo “Nankai Candies” opened the “Red Glasses Cafeteria,” which provides free school lunches, at a public school in Manila, the capital of the Philippines. The impetus for this came when he visited Manila to report on JICA’s international cooperation efforts and witnessed firsthand children suffering from poverty…
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Travel Bags from MUJI: A Hands-On Review of the New Boston Bag, “Favorite Things” Bag, and Ultra-Lightweight Ripstop Bag
Combining lightness and durability. The new “Ripstop Series” is perfect for everything from everyday outings to leisure activities. The “Ripstop Series,” a new addition to the Spring/Summer 2026 collection, is generating a lot of buzz on social media. Ripstop is a material widely used in outdoor gear and sportswear—such as tents, sleeping bags, and windbreakers—and…
Merchandise for Sanrio’s interactive exhibition “Hotel Floria” has been unveiled. The exhibition finally opens in Tokyo on July 15!
Sony Creative Products will host Sanrio’s immersive exhibition event, “Sanrio Characters Exhibition Hotel Floria Tokyo,” from July 15 to May 31, 2027. The venue is located on the 4th floor of the Tokyu Kabukicho Tower. Based on the theme of “Hotel Floria”—a dream hotel conceived by 10 Sanrio characters, including Hello Kitty—the event offers a…
3COINS Launches “Photo Printer” Today, Allowing Users to Easily Print Photos from Their Smartphones; Also Offers Five Types of Paper, Including Stickers and Fabric Transfers
Today, July 3, 3COINS is launching a “photo printer” that allows users to easily print photos taken with their smartphones via an early release on its official online store, “PAL CLOSET.” The price is 14,300 yen. Simply send images from the dedicated app to print them instantly, bringing the memories stored on your smartphone to…
The Lawson-Exclusive “Coleman” Cooler Bag Goes on Sale Today! Sturdy Construction Featuring the “Take 6” Motif—A Design Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Company’s Founding in Japan
Takarajimasha will release the “Coleman BRAND BOOK #08 Cooler Bag GRAY” today, July 3. The price is 4,059 yen. It will be available exclusively on the official e-commerce site, at Lawson, and on HMV & BOOKS online (not available at bookstores). This insulated bag is inspired by Coleman’s iconic “Take 6” cooler and features an…
Summer at Disney: Get Soaked, the Mrs. Collaboration, and Pizza Planet! 5 “Must-See” Highlights You Can Learn in 3 Minutes
Tokyo Disney Resort will host “Summer Cool Off at Tokyo Disney Resort” from July 2 to September 14. Ahead of the event, our editorial team conducted a park tour. Here, we’ll give you a quick rundown of the most talked-about and must-see summer Disney highlights. Reading this before your visit will help ensure a smooth…
The “Seishun 18 Ticket,” which offers unlimited travel on JR lines, goes on sale today for the summer season. Check the terms and conditions for the 3-day and 5-day consecutive travel options.
The JR Group will begin selling the “Seishun 18 Ticket” and the “Seishun 18 Ticket Hokkaido Shinkansen Option Ticket” for the spring of 2026 starting on July 3. Seishun 18 Ticket (Summer 2026) Sales Period: July 3, 2026 – September 8, 2026 Period of Use: July 18, 2026 – September 8, 2026 Fare: (Same price…
Lawson-Exclusive “Coleman” Shoulder Bags in 3 Colors Go on Sale Today! Featuring the 50th Anniversary Logo & a Lantern Charm—Black, Khaki, and Greige
Takarajimasha will release “Coleman BRAND BOOK #08 Shoulder Bag” today, July 3. It will be available in three colors—black, khaki, and greige—and is priced at 3,949 yen each. It will be sold exclusively on the official e-commerce site, at Lawson, and on HMV & BOOKS online (not available in bookstores). Featuring a polished look and…
Marking the 10th Anniversary of the Dhaka Terrorist Attack | News & Public Relations
It has been 10 years since the terrorist attack in Dhaka on July 1, 2016. This incident claimed the precious lives of many people, including seven Japanese nationals who were engaged in the “Preliminary Survey for the Dhaka Urban Transportation Improvement Project,” working alongside the local people with the hope of contributing to Bangladesh’s development….
LaLaport Sale: Up to 95% Off Starting Today. Summer Clothing, Cooling Products, and More at Special Prices
Mitsui Shopping Park LaLaport will hold the “LaLaport Sale” from July 3 to 12. Approximately 1,700 stores nationwide are participating in the event, offering discounts of up to 60–95% on the latest fashion items you can wear right away, cooling products to beat the heat, summer lifestyle goods, and outdoor and leisure gear. Participating facilities…