JRA Kyoto Racecourse will hold “Kyoto Racecourse Presents Horse Banquet 2024: Takarazuka Kinen Drone Show in Heian Jingu Shrine” from June 13 to 15 to promote the Takarazuka Kinen. Shows will be held twice on three days, at 7:30 p.m. and 8:45 p.m., and each show will last 10 minutes. The shows will be held…
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Yurikamome to begin credit card touch payment/QR code boarding by the end of FY2024
On May 23, Yurikamome announced that it will launch a ride service using touch payment such as credit cards and QR codes by the end of FY2024. Touch payment is available for credit, debit, and prepaid cards, as well as smart phones with the cards set up; QR codes can be used to purchase tickets…
The “My G-Shock” is a new model for the “My G-Shock” series. Delusional collaboration models to encourage the “My G-Shock!
On May 23, Casio Computer Co., Ltd. unveiled its “Fantasy Collaboration Model” page, which introduces G-Shock products whose coloring is close to that of the company’s or influencer’s product or modeling. Based on the DWE-5610, this initiative utilizes the “MY G-SHOCK” customization service, which allows users to freely select bezels, bands, faces, loops and other…
OWLTEC, USB charger with gallium nitride, 2-port Type-A/C, PD-PPS compatible
On May 23, OWL-TEC released the OWL-APD45C1A1G, a USB charger made of gallium nitride. The direct sales price is 4,180 yen. This charger supports PD 45W output and has one USB Type-C/Type-A port each. It is miniaturized by using gallium nitride (GaN) and measures approximately 50 x 35 x 35 mm (W x D x…
Round One x Niji-sanji Collaboration Vol. 2! Order food in collaboration with Kou Uzuki and Makai-no-Ririmu and get an ackee!
Round One Japan will hold the “VTuber/Virtual Liver Group ‘Niji Sanji’ x ROUND 1 Collaboration Campaign Vol. 2” from May 31 to June 30. This collaboration will feature “Kou Uzuki” and “Makai No Ririmu”. Collaboration drinks (780 yen each) and food (880 yen each) will be sold at Bowling (92 stores) and Spo-Cha (54 stores)….
Tokaido Shinkansen to introduce a system to automate visual inspections conducted on foot.
On May 22, JR Tokai announced the visual inspection system for Tokaido Shinkansen trains. The Tokaido Shinkansen trains are inspected for both appearance and functionality every two days or less, and for the exterior in particular, inspectors walk on foot over the roof and under the floor of a 400-meter-long train. The inspection system announced…
DiDi to Support Japanese Ride-Sharing in Taxi Shortage Areas from Early June
DiDi Mobility Japan will launch a series of transportation services using private cars (Japanese-style ride-sharing) in cooperation with cab companies in areas where cabs are in short supply, starting in early June. Areas covered are Hokkaido, Miyagi, Tokyo, Kanagawa, Shizuoka, Aichi, Kyoto, Osaka, Hyogo, Hiroshima, Fukuoka, and Okinawa. The company will update its passenger app,…
You can meet Minnie Mouse in pajamas! Disney Ambassador Hotel to Introduce “Pajama Party” Plan from November
Mirial Resort Hotels will introduce the “‘Disney Ambassador Hotel Special Stay’ Minnie Mouse Room ‘Pajama Party’ Plan” at the Disney Ambassador Hotel on November 1. Guests staying in the “Minnie Mouse Room” will receive original goods, a meet and greet with Minnie Mouse in her pajamas, and enjoy special treats. Prices are yet to be…
More than 200 of the latest, most popular, and affordable models to gather at the Tokyo Campervan Show 2024. July 20-21 at Tokyo Big Sight.
The Tokyo Campervan Show Executive Committee will hold the Tokyo Campervan Show 2024, one of the largest camper festivals in Tokyo, on July 20-21. The venue is Tokyo Big Sight, East Halls 7 and 8 (3-11-1 Ariake, Koto-ku, Tokyo). More than 200 of the latest and most popular models from all over Japan will be…
Fantasy Springs catsuits are a tour de force! Enjoy the new area as your guess!
Fantasy Springs, which opens on June 6 at Tokyo DisneySea, will feature a number of goods that fit perfectly with the world of each area. Among them, the “catsuits” that many people buy are all very powerful works of art. If you are able to enter the area, please get one and enjoy the world…