On August 26, JR East announced that it would discontinue sales of the current Suica (card type) featuring the “Suica Penguin” once stocks run out at various sales locations, such as station ticket vending machines. It has been decided that the Suica mascot, “Suica Penguin,” will step down at the end of fiscal year 2026…
“Yomeishu Yosei no Mori,” a facility where visitors can experience the “philosophy of wellness” through the production of Yomeishu Medicinal Liqueur and the natural surroundings of Komagane, Nagano
Yomeishu Seizo will open the “Yomeishu Yosei no Mori” (16410 Ako, Komagane City, Nagano Prefecture) on September 1 on the grounds of the Yomeishu Komagane Plant. This facility offers visitors the chance to experience the concept of “yōjō” (health maintenance)—a long-standing theme for the company dedicated to helping people stay healthy. Highlights include the “Yōmeishu…
Logos Hosts “THE LOGOS WEEK.” Popular Outdoor Gear, Including the EleCan Series, Available at Special Prices
LOGOS Corporation, the company behind the outdoor brand “LOGOS,” will hold “THE LOGOS WEEK” from September 1 to 7, offering popular outdoor gear—including the “EleCamp” series—at great prices. The event will take place at LOGOS stores nationwide, the official online store, and select retailers carrying LOGOS products. The Elecan Series is a line with a…
Pre-orders are now open for the “Chiikawa Happy Bag 2027 (Year of the Sheep)” featuring a sheep-themed costume. The set includes a large-capacity tote bag, a zodiac stuffed animal, a face towel, a 7-piece keychain set, and 12 items in total.
Grey Parker Service has begun accepting pre-orders for the “Chiikawa Happy Bag 2027 (Year of the Goat)” on its official online store, “Chiikawa Market.” The price is 11,000 yen. In honor of the 2027 Chinese zodiac sign, the “Goat,” Chikawa, Hachiware, and Usagi appear dressed in fluffy sheep costumes. Packed inside a large-capacity tote bag…
ANA Time Sale on Domestic Flights: From Haneda, fares start at 10,450 yen to Sapporo and 11,440 yen to Naha, among others
ANA is holding a limited-time sale on domestic flight tickets from 12:00 a.m. on August 26 through 11:59 p.m. on August 31. The eligible travel period is from October 1 through January 31, 2027. The sale’s promotional page lists sample fares, such as Haneda to New Chitose starting at 10,450 yen one-way, Haneda to Naha…
A soft vinyl piggy bank featuring Shiro Myaku Myaku. Now available in a large size, standing 25 cm tall.
Heso Production will release a “soft vinyl piggy bank” featuring Shiro Myaku Myaku, the official mascot of the Osaka-Kansai Expo, in late August. The price is 8,800 yen. This soft vinyl piggy bank features Myaku Myaku in a respectful pose with both hands clasped in front of him. Measuring 163 × 110 × 250 mm…
“Hilton Takayama Resort” Opens on September 14. Suites and other areas, based on the “NEO Mingei” concept, will be renovated in phases, with all 283 rooms completed by spring 2027.
JR Tokai Hotels will open the “Hilton Takayama Resort” (1134 Echigo-cho, Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture) on September 14. This is a rebranding of “Hotel Associa Takayama Resort,” located about an 8-minute ride by free shuttle bus from JR Takayama Station. The facility features a free parking lot with space for 200 vehicles. As of September…
Piyorin collaborates with the “ALL OF EVANGELION” exhibition celebrating the 30th anniversary of Evangelion. Tote bags and T-shirts exclusive to the Nagoya venue
JR Tokai Food Service will sell collaboration merchandise featuring its original dessert “Piyorin” and the “ALL OF EVANGELION” 30th Anniversary Exhibition exclusively at PARCO HALL (3-29-1 Sakae, Naka Ward, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture). The event will run from September 4 to October 12, from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. daily. “Piyorin” is a fresh dessert…
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress Hold a Meeting with Members of the Japan Overseas Cooperation Volunteers, the Senior Japan Overseas Cooperation Volunteers, and the Japan Overseas Cooperation Volunteers for Japanese Communities Abroad Who Have Returned to Japan | News & Public Relations
On July 9, representatives of returning members of the Japan Overseas Cooperation Volunteers (JOCV), the Senior Overseas Cooperation Volunteers, and the Japanese Diaspora Overseas Cooperation Volunteers had the honor of meeting with Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress at the Imperial Palace (Gosho) and reported on their activities in their host countries. These meetings between…
“Monster Hunter” folding chair goes on sale today at FamilyMart. The seat features weapon icons, and its compact size makes it easy to carry to seasonal events.
Takarajimasha will release the “Monster Hunter Folding Chair with Shoulder Strap BOOK” today, August 26. The price is 3,729 yen. It will be available on e-commerce sites and at FamilyMart stores (not sold in bookstores). This compact, portable chair folds down for easy transport and measures 28 × 24 × 25 cm (width × depth…