HIS has announced the details of its “Kyushu Recovery Support Discount” travel assistance program on a special website. The program offers discounts of up to 60% in Kumamoto and Kagoshima, and up to 50% in the other five prefectures. The distribution and use of coupons will begin at 12:00 p.m. on October 2. Reservations will…
Kyushu Sankyo Tourism Announces Sale of “Kyushu Recovery Support Discount.” Up to 60% Off on Accommodations Only and Bus Tours That Include Accommodations
Kyushu Sanko Tourism has announced the details of the “Kyushu Recovery Support Discount” travel assistance program on a special website. The Kyushu Recovery Support Discount offers up to 60% off travel costs in Kumamoto and Kagoshima, and up to 50% off in the other five prefectures. Kyushu Sanko Tourism’s eligible products include accommodation packages and…
JAL’s “Kyushu Recovery Support Discount” to Be Offered in Nagasaki Prefecture. Starts Tomorrow at 2:00 p.m.; Up to 30,000 yen off airfare and lodging
JAL has released additional details regarding the implementation of the “Kyushu Recovery Support Discount” travel assistance program. Reservations for Nagasaki Prefecture will be accepted starting at 2:00 p.m. on October 2 via a dedicated webpage. It has been decided that the program will not be implemented in Saga Prefecture. This offer applies to trips departing…
Now Available! I Tried Riding the Tokaido Shinkansen’s “Supreme Class Cabin”—a Fully Private Compartment—from Tokyo Station [Video Included]
On October 1, JR Central introduced “Supreme Class,” the first fully private seating on the Tokaido Shinkansen in 23 years. The company has already introduced the “Supreme Class Cabin,” which features fully private compartments, and the “Supreme Class Seat,” which features semi-private compartments, will begin service during fiscal year 2027. While detailed hardware specifications, service…
“Fall Unlimited Ride Pass” Available Starting Tomorrow. Unlimited rides on JR local trains for 3 days—a better deal than the Seishun 18 Ticket.
To coincide with “Railway Day” on October 14, the JR Group will once again offer the “Fall Unlimited Ride Pass” and the “Fall Unlimited Ride Pass with Hokkaido Shinkansen Option” for fiscal year 2026. Tickets will be on sale from September 18 to October 16, and the passes are valid from October 3 to 18….
I went to see Kōden’s new “2000 Series” trains. These all-stainless-steel trains are the first to be newly built in 66 years; they feature a host of state-of-the-art equipment and consume 70 percent less power.
A Detailed Look at the 2000 Series Trains: The 2000 Series trains are based on the “sustaina S13,” an all-stainless-steel train manufactured by Komatsu Rolling Stock Works, and incorporate numerous features not found in the used trains previously operated by Koden. These include a VVVF inverter control unit and auxiliary power supply unit utilizing SiC…
“Suica Penguin” Plush Pouch & Tote Bag on Sale Today. Two designs with different expressions and patterns, included as a supplement in the Orange Page special issue.
Orange Page released the “Orange Page 2026, October 17 Special Issue” and the “Orange Page 2026, October 18 Special Issue” on October 2. Each issue is priced at 1,690 yen. The special bonus item included with the special edition is a “Suica Penguin Plush Pouch & Eco-Bag.” There are two designs available: the October 17…
[Weekend Station Bento] Kyoto Station: “Yuba with a Hint of Sansho Pepper”
Yuba is one of Kyoto’s signature ingredients and an indispensable part of traditional Kyoto cuisine, yet you rarely see ekiben (station boxed lunches) featuring yuba as the main ingredient at Kyoto Station. The “Yuba with the Fragrance of Sansho” featured here is one of the few ekiben nationwide that highlights yuba as the main ingredient,…
Disney Store Releases Fluffy, Cute Cat and Dog Merchandise Featuring Lucifer, Nana, and Marie
The Disney Store will release its new “DISNEY FLUFFY ANIMAL” collection, featuring soft and fluffy Disney characters, on October 6. The collection features original illustrations of Lucifer from *Cinderella*, Nana from *Peter Pan*, and Marie from *The Aristocats*, all characterized by their fluffy coats. The pieces are distinguished by their soft, winter-appropriate atmosphere, created with…
JAL to Hold “Domestic Airfare Flash Sale” on October 7, Covering the Year-End and New Year Period; JMB Members Can Purchase Tickets One Day Early
JAL will hold a one-day-only flash sale on domestic airfares from 12:00 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. on October 7 (for JMB members, from 12:00 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. on October 6). The sale applies to flights taken between December 1 and January 31, 2027, offering great deals even during the year-end and New Year’s holidays….