Evolving G will reopen its GUNDAM FACTORY YOKOHAMA, a moving Gundam facility in Yokohama, on July 16. Based on the storyline, “They are conducting startup experiments by combining parts excavated in Yokohama,” the company will continue to implement special effects in addition to the usual startup experiment effects. In addition, the episode is said to…
Month: June 2022
announcing the July-September flight schedule for Pikachu Jet 1 & 2
Skymark Airlines has announced the flight schedule for its “Pikachu Jet” No. 1 (BC1) and No. 2 (BC2) during the summer vacation period. The period covered is from July 1 to September 30. The new service is in response to an increasing number of requests for information on flight schedules during the Bon vacation and…
“Yatsugatake Kogen Egg Sandwich” at Kofu Station
This is an overly simple sandwich with just a thick egg roll sandwiched between bread. The egg is not a Japanese-style dashimaki, but a plain one with a hint of sweetness. The mustard on the bread is a subtle yet effective accent that does not overpower the flavor of the egg, but rather hides it….
“Mercure Haneda” to open in winter 2023
Samty will open Mercure Haneda (1-2-26 Haneda, Ota-ku, Tokyo), a hotel brand of the French Accor Group, in winter 2023. This will be the eighth Mercure hotel in Japan, and will be managed by Accor. It is a 10-minute drive from Haneda Airport, a 4-minute walk from Keikyu Otorii Station, and a 6-minute walk from…
Thailand, the latest entry process by case
On June 16, the Tourism Authority of Thailand held a “Thailand Update” to provide the industry with the latest local information. Mr. Kentaro Kano, in charge of the Japanese market at the Tourism Authority of Thailand Headquarters, gave the presentation. According to the announcement by the COVID-19 task force of the Thai government, the number…
Spa Resort Hawaiians Expands and Renews Glamping Facility “Mauna Village”
Joban Kosan will expand and reopen the “Mauna Village” glamping facility at its Spa Resort Hawaiians leisure facility on July 1. The expansion will add 13 more tents, bringing the total number of rooms to 21, including existing wood cabins. A large, uniquely designed Lotus Bell tent will be added, as well as an ASOBI…
JR West to Open New Station Building at Yamashiro-Aoya on Nara Line
JR West will begin operating the free passageway and bridge station building at Yamashiro-Aoya Station on the Nara Line on July 23. An elevator will be installed to provide barrier-free access, and the station will be accessible directly from the west side of the tracks. After the opening, the existing station building will be closed,…
Airbus A321XLR aircraft successfully completed its first flight
Airbus announced that its first A321XLR aircraft (registration MSN11000) made a successful maiden flight on June 15 (Hamburg time). The aircraft flew for approximately 4 hours and 35 minutes from Hamburg-Finkenwerder Airport in Germany, testing various systems including flight control. The A321XLR, “XLR” meaning “extra long range,” is expected to be able to operate on…
JR East, a shared office booth in a train station to help you get a good night’s sleep
JR East will set up “STATION BOOTH supported by Nescafe Sleep Cafe” where coffee and other services are available in the company’s shared office “STATION BOOTH”. The location is within the “Ekitabi Market” at Omiya Station, and is scheduled to run for approximately six months from June 30 to December 31. This is a collaboration…
Singapore Airlines collaborates with Ultraman for tourism campaign
Singapore Airlines has been running a campaign in collaboration with Tsuburaya Productions’ “Ultraman” since June 15. by Tsuburaya Productions’ “Ultraman” from June 15. This collaboration is being promoted by the Singapore Tourism Board to commemorate the 55th anniversary of both the establishment of diplomatic relations between Japan and Singapore and the broadcast of Ultraman on…