The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) is pleased to announce that on October 30, 2025, the Companhia de Saneamento Básico do Estado de São Paulo (São Paulo State Water and Sewerage Company. (“SABESP”). (“SABESP”) signed a loan agreement with Brazil has the world’s largest Nikkei community, and this project will improve water services essential for…
Tsukuba Express to operate extra trains between Akihabara and Moriya during late-night hours, including Fridays in March and April.
Tsukuba Express (Metropolitan Intercity Railway) will operate one extra regular train between Akihabara and Moriya Stations, one each on the upper and lower lines. The train will operate on six days in total: March 19 and 27, and April 3, 10, 17, and 24. The down train (departing from Akihabara Station and bound for Moriya)…
JR East Japan Buyu, Time Sale of Shinetsu, Hokuriku, and Izu Area Begins. Save up to 8,000 yen off coupons and save on trains and accommodations during spring vacation!
JR East View Tourism & Sales is offering a time sale on the “Dynamic Rail Pack,” which includes a train and accommodations, until 11:40 p.m. on March 3. The offer is valid from March 14 to 20. The trains and main sections covered are Toki (Tokyo-Niigata), Asama (Tokyo-Karuizawa/Nagano), Kagayaki (Tokyo-Toyama, Kanazawa, Fukui), and Odoriko/Up (Izukyu…
Capella Kyoto” opens for the first time in Japan. 89 rooms in total, 29 suites, 3 Michelin star “Single Thread” dining room.
NTT Urban Development has set March 22 as the opening date for Capella Kyoto (130 Komatsu-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture). Located in Miyagawa-cho, Kyoto’s flower district, not far from Kenninji Temple and the Kamo River. It is the first Capella Hotels & Resorts property in Japan, with a total of 89 rooms designed in…
Seiko to Launch Shohei Otani 2026 Limited Edition Model from “Prospex”, Limited to 1,700 pieces each
On April 24, Seiko Watch Corporation will release two types of “Seiko Prospex Diver’s 1965 Heritage Shohei Otani 2026 Limited Edition” (SBDC222/SBDC224) to commemorate the achievements of Shohei Otani, who serves as the company’s image character. Both models are priced at 286,000 yen and will be limited to 1,700 pieces each in Japan. This model…
Nippon Travel Agency x Takarajimasya, “2-way shoulder bag” in pursuit of travel comfort. Lightweight, water repellent, and 11 pockets for storage
Takarajimasya will release a brand mook, “2-way Shoulder Bag Book for Travel Comfort Conceived by Nippon Travel Agency,” today, February 26, 2012. The price is 3,586 yen. It will be available at bookstores nationwide and on e-commerce sites. Based on a survey of employees of Nippon Travel Agency, Japan’s oldest travel agency, this shoulder bag…
IKAROS Publishing launches “Amazing Airport Sweets & Confectionery Encyclopedia. All-color introduction of about 400 unique products from 41 airports in Japan.
On February 24, Ikaros Shuppan released “Amazing Airport Sweets & Confectionery Encyclopedia,” an A5-size, 128-page book priced at 2,200 yen. The all-color book introduces about 400 unique sweets and confections from 41 major airports in Japan, ranging from unique airport gems to standard products. In addition to the number of pieces and prices, the book…
Huis Ten Bosch “Evangelion” Large-scale Attraction to Open on April 24. The park will become the “NERV Sasebo Branch.
On February 22, Huis Ten Bosch announced all the details of the new attraction “Evangelion the Ride – 8K -” at the “EVANGELION:30+; 30th ANNIVERSARY OF EVANGELION” festival event being held at Yokohama Arena. The opening date of this flying theater attraction, which will immerse visitors in the world of “Evangelion,” celebrating the 30th anniversary…
Disney Ambassador Hotel takes on a tropical atmosphere! First “Tropical Summer Festival” to be held
Disney Ambassador Hotel will hold “Tropical Summer Festival” from July 1 to September 14. At this first event, guests can enjoy the tropical mood of the hotel decorations and outdoor pool, as well as a limited-edition menu featuring summery ingredients. In conjunction with the event, Alien Stitch from the movie “Lilo and Stitch” will appear…
ANA Travelers, Ranking of popular hotels in Kyoto where you can enjoy illuminated night cherry blossoms and historical buildings
ANA X has released a ranking of the most popular hotels in Kyoto. Based on the company’s most recent (March-April 2026 departure) reservations. The criteria for narrowing down the list of hotels for spring break trips for couples and married couples is the room type for two people in a single room at a hotel…