In conjunction with the grand opening of Namba Parks South, Centara Grand Hotel Osaka, a luxury hotel by Centara Hotels & Resorts and owned by Central Group, the largest conglomerate in Thailand, opened on July 1. This is the first hotel to open in Japan. Centara Hotels & Resorts is Thailand’s leading hotel chain, operating…
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Heavy Rain Closes Roads on Expressways in Kyushu Area
NEXCO West Japan has issued a warning that some sections in the Kyushu area are closed due to heavy rain and may be closed on July 1. As of 6:00 p.m. on June 30, the Kusu IC to Hiji JCT on the Oita Expressway and the Hayami IC to Hiji JCT to Oita IC on…
JR Kyushu suspends operations on some lines from the first train on July 1 due to heavy rain
JR Kyushu announced that due to heavy rains, operations on some lines will be suspended from the first train on July 1. As of 7:15 p.m. on June 30, trains will be suspended from the first departure at Hita Station to Yufuin Station to Shonai Station on the Hisada Main Line, Higo Otsu Station to…
Summary of prefectures that will extend nationwide travel support “beyond July”: up to 5,000 yen per night subsidy + regional coupons
National Travel Assistance was announced to be extended beyond July in some regions. The implementation period and conditions vary from region to region, but the following lodging plans and one-day tours will continue to be accepted through participating businesses (mainly travel agencies and OTAs). The discount rate will be the same as before, a flat…
Tokyo Campervan Show 2023 will be held this weekend! Over 200 vehicles will gather at Big Sight!
The Tokyo Camper Show Executive Committee will hold the Tokyo Camper Show 2023 at Tokyo Big Sight on July 1-2. Admission is ¥1,000 for adults (electronic same-day ticket). This event will be the largest in the history of the Tokyo Camper Show, with more than 200 exhibits from 90 companies, ranging from affordable to luxury…
New lounge “I.A.S.S SUPERIOR LOUNGE” opens in the post-departure area of Narita Airport 1 and 2 Tamiami
I.A.S.S. will open I.A.S.S SUPERIOR LOUNGE lounges in the post-departure area of Narita Airport Terminals 1 and 2, respectively. The concept is “a space where you can feel Japaneseness.” Kiwa in Terminal 1 has a total of 54 seats, and Koku Ku in Terminal 2 has 59 seats. In addition to meals and desserts, the…
Chotamaran Expo” held on the 130th anniversary of Tama’s transfer to Tokyo. Mascot characters are also tamaran~!
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government, in collaboration with the municipality of Tama, will hold the “Chotamaran Expo” October 28-29. The event will be held on Sun Sun Road at the north exit of JR Tachikawa Station to commemorate the 130th anniversary of the transfer of Tama from Kanagawa Prefecture to Tokyo Prefecture in 1893. The event…
Jetstar launches its 15-route Autumn/Winter schedule in advance for domestic routes. Return trip 1111 yen sale from 5:00pm after this!
Jetstar Japan has partially finalized its flight schedule for the 2023 winter season, and began pre-sale of tickets for the flights in question today, June 30. Sales will begin on 15 domestic routes for flights between October 29 and March 30, 2024, with other routes and schedules to follow as soon as they are confirmed….
Pokémon appear at USJ Halloween! Japan’s First Flashy Show by DJ Pikachu & DJ Gengar!
Universal Studios Japan has decided to hold a Halloween party with DJ Pokémon as a limited-time show this fall. The schedule and details will be announced soon. This will be the first solo datetime show for the popular Pokemon character, which first appeared in the park in the “NO LIMIT! Parade” that has been held…
FOXWEAR V6, a bicycle helmet with a driver’s recorder, is the focus of attention due to the revision of the Road Traffic Law. We tested its comfort of use and recording functions!
On April 1, the wearing of bicycle helmets became mandatory due to the enforcement of the revised Road Traffic Law. Among the various new products attracting attention, the general trading company Your Shop launched the FOXWEAR V6, Japan’s first bicycle helmet with a driverless camera. A bicycle helmet to protect your life and a drive…