Takarajimasya will release the March 2026 issue of “sweet” today, February 12. The price is 1690 yen. The special supplement includes four items in total: a leopard print drawstring pouch with “snow-burned Hello Kitty,” two eye-catching charms, and a set of plump stickers. The motif is Hello Kitty, who got so absorbed in skiing that…
New express bus service from Tennoji/Shinsaibashi to Kobe Airport/Sannomiya. Osaka City Bus and Shinki Bus to operate from April, 1,000 yen one-way.
Osaka City Bus and Shinki Bus will begin operating an express bus service between Kobe and Abenobashi (tentative name) in early April. An application for approval has been filed with the Kinki District Transport Bureau of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism. This route connects Kobe Airport and Abenobashi (Tennoji) via Shinsaibashi. There…
I stayed at Rakuten STAY in Awara Onsen, Fukui, the backwaters of the Kansai region. A blissful trip with a large bath with its own hot spring where you can soak in a group and a dinner of Echizen crab.
From the Kanto region and northward, access is convenient by bus (10 minutes) or cab from Ashiharaonsen Station on the Hokuriku Shinkansen and Hapi Line Fukui. In addition, there is a bus route from Komatsu Airport to Komatsu Station or Kaga Onsen Station to Ashiwara Onsen Station, although it requires more transfers. The airport is…
UK tightens ETA requirements; passengers who have not obtained ETA will not be allowed to board from Feb. 25.
The British government will tighten the operation of the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) required of travelers to target countries, including Japan, from February 25 (UK time), making it a mandatory requirement for travel. As a result of this measure, airlines will be obliged not to allow passengers who have not obtained an ETA on board…
Jaran, ranking of the most beautiful spring scenery; No. 1 is Minami Izu “Minami no Sakura and Rape Blossom Festival”.
Jalan has announced the top 10 “Best View of Flowers with a Spring-like Feel” ranking. A survey was conducted on the most spectacular flower viewing spots in Japan where visitors can feel the arrival of spring. First place went to the “Minami no Sakura to Rape Blossom Festival” held along the Aono River near Shimogamo…
Thermos Introduces Large-Capacity 2.0L Vacuum-Insulated Sports Bottle in New Pale Mint Color
Thermos will release a new model of its vacuum-insulated sports bottle (FJU series) with a convenient carrying loop on February 21. Since its launch in 2024, the series has gained popularity as an everyday-use bottle with its stylish design and functionality. In this renewal, the 2.0L large capacity size, which has been requested by many…
Domestic Travel “Let’s Stay on a Weekday!” Campaign will continue in FY2026. Save up to 30,000 yen on your next trip!
The program will continue in fiscal 2026, following on from fiscal 2024 and 2025. On February 12, JATA (Japan Association of Travel Agents) held a regular press conference at its headquarters in Kasumigaseki to explain the “Let’s Stay on a Weekday! campaign for domestic travel. Let’s stay on weekdays! Campaign Eligibility: Applications for travel products…
Moomin Valley Park, Scandinavian tableware “MOOMIN ARABIA” park limited edition mug. on sale February 28.
Moomin Valley Park (327-6 Miyazawa, Hanno City, Saitama Prefecture), operated by Moomin Story, will release a new mug, MOOMIN ARABIA Mug 2026 “SIMPLE JOY,” on February 28. Limited to 10,000 pieces, priced at 4,400 yen. Available at the Hajimari no Tenmari Shop and the Moomin Valley Shop in the park. The third edition, inspired by…
Tokyo DisneySea, this year’s Food & Wine Festival features Remy’s decorations & food!
Tokyo DisneySea will hold the popular “Tokyo DisneySea Food & Wine Festival” from April 15 to June 30, 2012. For the third year, decorations, special menus, and special goods based on the Disney & Pixar movie “Remy’s Delicious Restaurant” have been added. At the “New York Deli,” visitors can enjoy a sandwich made with ratatouille,…
JR’s 7-day unlimited travel “Hokkaido & Higashi-Nihon Pass” goes on sale tomorrow for the spring season. Price increase starts on March 14.
(season of) winter Launch period: November 27, 2026 – January 5, 2027 Period of use: December 11, 2026 – January 11, 2027 Limited express trains including the Shinkansen are not available, and a fare is required in addition to the fare when using this service. However, only when there are reciprocal departures and arrivals within…