JR East will implement a timetable revision on March 14. This article introduces the main points of revision for Shinkansen and limited express services on conventional lines. On the Tohoku Shinkansen, the Hayabusa No. 21, which departs from Tokyo Station at 11:56 a.m. and arrives at Shin-Aomori Station at 3:07 p.m., will be increased in…
Jaran ranks SA/PAs with spectacular views; No. 1 is Tokyo Bay Aqua-line “Umihotaru PA” with 360-degree ocean view
On March 12, Jalan announced the “Ranking of Service and Parking Areas with Spectacular Views. A nationwide survey was conducted among people in their 20s to 50s about SA/PAs with spectacular views that have evolved from rest stops on the way to destinations for travelers. The top spot went to Umihotaru PA (up/down lines), an…
Suntory to open a restaurant at GREEN x EXPO 2027 following the Expo. Demonstration exhibit of recycling solutions in the vestibule.
Suntory Holdings will participate in the “International Gardening Exposition 2027 (GREENxEXPO 2027)” as a “Gold Partner” of the “Nigiwai Creation Project. Details will be introduced at the “One Year Prior to the Expo” press conference to be held by the GREEN x EXPO Association on March 19. During the event, there will be plans for…
Summary of JR East’s timetable revision for conventional lines. Musashino Line will increase direct trains to Maihama and Tokyo, and Yokohama Line will start one-man operation [Spring 2026].
JR East will implement a timetable revision on March 14. This article introduces the main points of revision for conventional lines. Yokohama Line and Negishi Line will begin one-man operation from the revision (only 8-car trains on Negishi Line). Some early morning trains departing from and arriving at Higashi-Kanagawa Station will be extended to depart…
ANA to Offer “BAKUNE” Recovery Wear in First Class on International Flights All Year Round. All routes to begin in April in response to popular demand.
TENTIAL and ANA will begin offering BAKUNE recovery wear on all ANA international first class routes around April. BAKUNE is a functional pajama that is a general medical device that promotes blood circulation and supports recovery from fatigue just by wearing it. The decision to offer BAKUNE year-round was made in response to popular demand….
Hokuto Kotsu to operate temporary bus service directly from New Chitose Airport to Sapporo Dome to coincide with Arashi’s last live concert. Dear all ARASHIC members.
Hokuto Kotsu will operate an airport connecting bus between New Chitose Airport and Sapporo Dome in conjunction with the “ARASHI LIVE TOUR 2026” to be held at Daiwa House Premist Dome (Sapporo Dome) from March 12 to 15. The fare is 1,300 yen one way. The trip takes about 45 minutes, and the interval between…
ANA renews international flight amenity kits in April. Collaboration with prestigious Italian brand “FRANZI
ANA will gradually renew the amenity kits provided in first and business class on international flights starting in April. The new amenity kits will be offered on European and U.S. routes (including the Honolulu route) and Oceania routes (Sydney/Perth route). The pouch is the first collaboration in the airline industry with FRANZI, a prestigious Italian…
-The Third Networking Meeting on “New Combination” of Domestic and International Business and Finance x Social Sector for Local Development 2.0 was held.
Event Title: The 3rd Networking Meeting of Domestic and International “New Convergence” for Local Development 2.0 Date: Friday, February 27, 2026 Location: JICA Takebashi Office Organized by: Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Background and Objectives Last year, the Cabinet approved the basic concept for the next 10 years regarding “Local Innovation 2.0” by the government,…
ANA’s three new seats for international flights were unveiled for the first time in Japan. New Business Class “THE Room FX” with private room design, and its overwhelming “enveloping” sensation.
New Business Class “THE Room FX” The private business class “THE Room FX” was created to provide the same experience on the 787-9 mid-size aircraft as “THE Room” already available on the 777-300ER international fleet. The development took about seven years. Safran Seats (France) and Acumen Design Associate (U.K.) joined forces to create a completely…
BASEGATE Yokohama Kannai finally opens on March 19. The new building will serve as a catalyst for Kannai! And to the world,” said Mitsui Fudosan President Ueda.
Mitsui Fudosan and eight other companies will open BASEGATE Yokohama Kannai (1-1-1 Minato-machi, Naka-ku, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture), a large-scale multi-purpose district, on March 19. A joint press conference was held on March 12 in advance of the grand opening. BASEGATE Yokohama Kannai is an urban complex consisting of a hotel (OMO5 Yokohama Bashamichi by…