Mr. Saeki explained, “I wanted to share a unique moment, so I incorporated the time and place (of the photo) into the visual. I hope people will feel the special moments within everyday life in Hong Kong.” He also noted that they created eight 15-second short videos related to the key visual and designed a…
“Rakuten STAY Niseko” Opens Near the Niseko Annupuri International Ski Resort. Each 54-square-meter unit sleeps up to 6 guests and features a system bath with a waterfall shower.
Rakuten STAY opened “Rakuten STAY Niseko” (480-32 Aza Soga, Niseko-cho, Abuta District, Hokkaido) on October 15. Located about a 10-minute drive from JR Niseko Station and about 3 minutes from the Niseko Annupuri International Ski Resort, the property features 12 two-story rooms, each approximately 54 square meters in size and accommodating up to 6 guests….
JR Kyushu to Open “Oriental Hotel JR Huis Ten Bosch” in October 2027. The hotel will feature 320 rooms, including some with panoramic views of the park.
JR Kyushu Hotels & Resorts will rebrand the existing “Hotel Okura JR Huis Ten Bosch” and open it as the “Oriental Hotel JR Huis Ten Bosch” on October 1, 2027. This is the result of a new franchise agreement signed with Hotel Management Japan, and the property will be rebranded as “Oriental Hotels & Resorts.”…
ANA’s “Chiikawa Jet” Takes Off from Haneda Airport! Fans See Off the Inaugural Flight—What Routes Will It Fly Next?
On October 19, ANA operated the inaugural flight of the “Chiikawa Jet,” a specially designed aircraft created in collaboration with the popular series “Chiikawa.” On the 18th, the day before, the actual aircraft was unveiled at a hangar at Haneda Airport, where Chikawa (a flight attendant) and Hachiware (first officer), and Usagi (captain)—all dressed in…
[Event Announcement] Africa Business Forum: Expanding into Africa by Leveraging Indian Ocean Partnerships | News & Public Relations
At the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD 9), held in Yokohama in August 2025, the Japanese government proposed the “Indian Ocean–Africa Economic Zone Initiative.” This initiative aims to promote intra-African integration and industrial development in the Indian Ocean–Africa region—which has the potential to become a hub of global economic growth—by collaborating with…
“MUJI Week” Confirmed for Fall 2026 with 10% Off Everything! Staff Reveal Their List of Favorite Purchases
Ryohin Keikaku, the company behind MUJI, will hold “MUJI Week” from October 23 to November 3, offering a 10% discount on all items exclusively to app members (the online store sale runs until 10:00 a.m. on November 4). A special campaign for “Muji Members.” Enjoy great deals on everything from clothing and home goods to…
Suica Penguin × OJICO Sweatshirts and Hoodies Now Available. Pre-release sales will begin sequentially at Tokyo Station, Mitaka Station, and Ecute Ueno.
“OJICO,” a brand operated by Channel Ash, will hold a pre-release sale of sweatshirts and hoodies created in collaboration with JR East’s “Suica Penguin” at a limited-time pop-up shop. The pop-up shops will be held at the Driving Wheel Plaza at JR Tokyo Station from October 16 to November 5, at JR Mitaka Station from…
Glass “Miffy” ornaments from the Netherlands—perfect for decorating your Christmas tree
Marks International has begun importing and selling Miffy ornaments from “VONDELS,” a glass ornament brand based in the Netherlands, and has made them available on its e-commerce site and at interior and lifestyle shops nationwide. Ornaments feature Miffy and her friends wearing various outfits and enjoying activities like skiing and skating. Some even appear in…
The Nara Hotel to Be Designated an Important Cultural Property. It Will Be the First Operating Hotel Building to Receive This Designation on Its Own
On October 16, JR West announced that the main building of the “Nara Hotel” (1096-14 Takabatake-cho, Nara City, Nara Prefecture), which it owns, has been designated as an Important Cultural Property (Architectural Structure). This marks the first time a single building of a hotel that is still in operation has been designated as an Important…
MUJI carry-on luggage is 10% off on Amazon. Limited colors and sizes available—it’s a chance to get a great deal, just like during MUJI Week!
Amazon (Amazon Japan) is holding a limited-time sale on MUJI’s “Carry Case with Adjustable Handle” series. Exclusively for Prime members, three items—the 36L Hard Carry Case (Bordeaux, Smoky Brown), the 105L Hard Carry Case (Beige), and the 32L Front-Opening Carry Case (Black)—are 10% off. After claiming the coupon on each product page and adding the…