The GREEN×EXPO Association held a “GREEN×EXPO 2027 Press Conference Six Months Before the Event” on September 15. Expo-related characters, including the official mascot “Tunk Tunk,” as well as “Myaku Myaku,” “Morizo and Kikkoro,” and “Hanazukin-chan,” gathered in one place to build excitement leading up to the opening. During the first half of the press conference,…
JAL International Flights Introduce Cosmetic Kits Featuring “Cosme Decorte” and Other Brands in First Class; Business Class Amenities Get a Complete Design Overhaul
JAL will update its international first-class cosmetic kits in mid-September and its business-class amenities in late September. In First Class, we have introduced new products from the Japanese cosmetics brands “Cosme Decorte” and “The Ginza.” To meet the increasingly diverse needs of our passengers, we are shifting from our previous selection of men’s and women’s…
Nicknames have been chosen for the Horticultural Expo’s Theme Pavilion “Nekko,” the Horticultural Culture Pavilion “Iroha Niwa,” and the indoor exhibition facility “Hanameguri.” Every 19th of the month is now “Tunk Tunk Day.”
Theme Pavilion “NEKKO” (Eng.: Theme Pavilion “NEKKO”) The nickname, inspired by plant roots, was adopted based on the pavilion’s concept: “All life is connected—with a focus on plants.” The architecture of the pavilion itself is said to incorporate the rationality of plant forms and structures. Based on the latest scientific findings, the exhibits are designed…
The Horticultural Expo Announces the First Batch of Events Scheduled During the Exhibition Period, Including a Permanent Nebuta Exhibition, Danjiri Parades, and National Days from Various Countries
The GREEN×EXPO Association (Association for the 2027 International Horticultural Exposition) released the first installment of its list of events scheduled for the exposition on September 19, marking the six-month countdown to the event. The “Festival Calendar Project” will be held year-round. As an interactive event for visitors, it will feature agricultural rituals and traditional performing…
Gransta Tokyo’s “Marunouchi Basement (Inside the Ticket Gates)” Renovation: I Checked Out the Entire Place! A Fusion of Food and Goods Where You’ll Find Limited-Edition Items, Freshly Made Treats, and Something New Every Time You Visit
The renovation of the Marunouchi-zaka area within “Gransta Tokyo,” the shopping complex inside Tokyo Station, has been completed. It will open as the “Basement Marunouchi Ticket Gate Area” on September 16 at 10:00 a.m. About Gransta Tokyo Gransta Tokyo is a shopping complex located primarily inside the ticket gates of Tokyo Station. It consists of…
I bought the “Coco” popcorn bucket—a Disney first—on the very first day it went on sale. The attention to detail on the glowing parts is amazing!
Tokyo Disney Resort released its first-ever popcorn bucket featuring a design from the movie *Coco* on September 15. Since I managed to get my hands on one, I’ll be sharing a photo-heavy look at it. The new items include the “Popcorn Bucket with Popcorn Voucher” (3,800 yen), the “BB Popcorn with Bucket” (4,000 yen), and…
“Disney Halloween”: I Bought a Whole Bunch of Souvenirs Featuring the Scared Little Ghost! Check Out These Exclusive Photos
Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea will host “Disney Halloween” from September 16 to October 31. A new hooded souvenir featuring “Scaredy Ghost,” a slightly timid little ghost, with “Kabo-Lantern”—who emerged from a pumpkin lantern—snuggling up next to her is now available. It goes on sale September 15. The classic Souvenir Lunch Tote (add 1,500 yen…
Chairman Tanaka Visits Peru | News & Public Relations
Akihiko Tanaka, President of JICA, visited Peru from September 7 to 12. During his visit, he held meetings with the President of Peru and other government officials, participated in ceremonies and lecture events, inspected JICA cooperation projects, and visited the Japanese-Peruvian Association. Through these activities, he reaffirmed the deep bonds between Peru and Japan and…
Mount Fuji During the Closed Season: Disaster Relief Helicopter Rescue Services to Become Fee-Based; Fee Waivers Available with Submission of New Climbing Registration Form
On September 14, Yamanashi Prefecture released a report outlining measures to prevent reckless climbing on Mount Fuji during the closed season, including the introduction of fees for disaster relief helicopter rescues. A new “Mt. Fuji Climbing Registration System (tentative name)” will be established, and the current system will be strengthened specifically for Mt. Fuji. Climbing…
Bangladesh Investment Promotion Seminar | News & Public Relations
In this seminar, we will introduce the latest economic and business trends in Bangladesh, as well as the current state of the infrastructure sector—with a particular focus on roads and bridges—and future business opportunities. The program is designed to deepen your understanding of the Bangladeshi market through presentations by relevant organizations and companies operating in…