The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) signed a Record of Discussions (R/D) with the Royal Government of Cambodia on November 29 in Phnom Penh on the technical cooperation project “Cyber Security Capacity Building Project. In Cambodia, CamCERT (Cambodia Computer Emergency Response Team), a national CSIRT (see note), is assigned to the ICT Security Department of…
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United Airlines to Launch Haneda-New York Route. Three flights a week from January 6.
The route was originally scheduled to begin service on March 29, 2020, but was postponed due to the rapid spread of the new coronavirus infection. This time, the new service will be launched after a delay of approximately 2 years and 10 months. United Airlines will launch the Haneda-Newark Liberty International Airport (New York) route…
Mega Sports, NANGA’s Aurora Down Cardigan. Unique material provides both warmth and lightness
Mega Sports has released the “AURORA DOWN CARDIGAN” (38,500 yen), a limited-edition product of the long-established Japanese outdoor brand NANGA, at Sports Authority, CORNERS SPORTSAUTHORITY, OUTSIDE THE BOX stores and online stores. Lightweight, high-quality “DX Down” made from European white duck down washed in Japan is used for the inside, and the brand’s proprietary “Auroratex”…
Tobu Railway “Nikko Ashio Route Pass”. Tobu Line / Wattetsu / Municipal Buses, with discounts at facilities along the route.
Tobu Railway has put on sale the “Nikko-Ashio Route Pass,” which allows passengers to take the Tobu Line, Watarase Gorge Railway Line, and Nikko City Bus for a special price. Nikko-Ashio Route Pass Sales period: November 24, 2022 – March 30, 2023 Validity: 2 days (not available after April 2023) Amount: Adults 3500 yen /…
On January 26 “Izumo Day”, a special visit to the Eight Foot Gate of Izumo-taisha Shrine. Limited special night kagura prayers are also available.
Izumo City will designate the period around “Izumo Day,” which will be celebrated on January 26, 2023, as “Izumo Week,” and will hold various events mainly along Shinmon-dori. From January 25 to 31, a special visit to the Yatsushimon (eight-foot gate) of Izumo-taisha Shrine will be held, which is normally off-limits to visitors. Normally, visitors…
My Favorite Travel Goods] “Convenience Down” from Famima that is extremely water-repellent and compact to carry around.
The world is overflowing with travel goods, but it would be a waste to select them based solely on price and design. If you ask the person in charge of the manufacturer about their planning concept, you may discover new charms. FamilyMart is selling the “Convenience Down” down jacket exclusively at about 90 stores in…
President Tanaka receives the Order of the North Star from the Mongolian government: Contribution to the development of Mongolia through JICA projects
JICA President Akihiko Tanaka received the Order of the North Star, the highest decoration awarded to foreigners by the Mongolian government, at a ceremony held in Tokyo on November 29, where he received the decoration from President Ofer Hrelsuf. The Order of the Northern Star is awarded to those who have contributed in the fields…
The January 2023 issue of Airline Monthly features “The Front Lines of Passenger Aircraft Manufacturers” including Boeing and Airbus. The supplement is the New Year issue’s annual calendar.
Ikaros Shuppan released the January 2023 issue of Monthly Airline on November 30, 2012, with 164 pages in A4 size, priced at 1,650 yen. The special feature is “Passenger Aircraft Manufacturers at the Forefront 2023. In-depth analysis of the latest status of passenger aircraft manufacturers such as Boeing, Airbus, Embraer, and ATR. The presentation will…
Vessel Inn Takadanobaba Ekimae” grand opening in March 2023; now accepting reservations
Vessel Hotel Kaihatsu will hold a grand opening of Vessel Inn Takadanobaba Ekimae (2-17-4 Takadanobaba, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo) in March 2023. In conjunction with the opening, the hotel began accepting reservations on its official website on November 29 for stays after April 1, 2023. Rates start from 8,000 yen per room per night with no meal…
Commemorating the 20th anniversary of the opening of the Tohoku Shinkansen at Hachinohe, limited original goods are now on sale. Including clear files and mouse pads.
JR East Cross Station will commemorate the 20th anniversary of the opening of the Tohoku Shinkansen at Hachinohe by releasing limited-edition merchandise from participating stores on December 3. In addition to the sale of “clear files” and “mouse pads” using original goods designs, limited-edition goods will also be available. The original goods design is based…