The implementation of national travel assistance has brought renewed attention to domestic travel. JAL, which has bases throughout Japan, has been continuously implementing regional revitalization initiatives (currently the “JAL Furusato Project”). In August 2020, flight attendants selected through an internal application process moved to the area and launched the “JAL Furusato Ambassadors” to promote regional…

Shosen will release three types of clear files featuring successive trains as the first of its “Odakyu Electric Railway Series” of original products on January 13. Odakyu Electric Railway will celebrate the 100th anniversary of its predecessor, Odawara Express Railway, in May 2023. The lineup includes “Clear File Odakyu Type 5000 First Generation (directional curtain),”…

SHK Line Group is running a special campaign for Internet reservations (Fu-net reservations) on Hankyu Ferry, which connects Kansai and Kyushu. The period is from January 10 to March 16. In addition to a 30% discount on passenger cars and standard Western-style rooms, the company has prepared a charter campaign that allows eligible grades to…

Emirates will resume its Haneda-Dubai route on April 3. The aircraft to be used is a Boeing 777. The company’s 777s (a game changer) will be equipped with ergonomically designed seats and the “ice” in-flight entertainment system in every seat, from first class to business and economy class. The First Class Suite, a completely private…

On January 13, Yanmar will open the “YANMAR TOKYO” complex in Yaesu, Tokyo, featuring six rice-themed restaurants, etc. The Yanmar Tokyo Building, originally constructed in 1977, was demolished and renovated, expanding to a total floor space of 22,000m2 with three basement levels and 14 floors above ground. The first basement floor, the first floor, and…

On January 12, Weathernews released the “First Cherry Bloom Forecast” for the cherry blossom season. Cherry blossoms in 2023 are expected to bloom on par with or slightly earlier than normal in many areas. Tokyo will be the top blooming city on March 20, followed by Fukuoka, Kochi, Kofu, and Yokohama on March 21, with…

Solaseed Air is running an Instagram campaign until 11:59 p.m. on February 12 for a chance to win a ceramic mug made of Hasami-ware, a specialty of Nagasaki Prefecture. Participants can enter the drawing by posting memorable photos taken at sightseeing spots and hot spots in Nagasaki on the official Instagram (@solaseedair_official) with “#My Nagasaki…

Sumitomo Mitsui Card has added 16 new brands to its “Up to 5% discount at participating convenience stores and restaurants! service, which has been offered since February 2021, to 16 new brands of restaurants of the SUKAIRAKU Group, including Gusto and Bamiyan. When using a Sumitomo Mitsui Card at a participating convenience store or restaurant…

Mitsubishi Motors Corporation plans to exhibit the new Delica Mini and nine other reference models at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2023 from January 13-15. The new Delica Mini, scheduled for release in May, is a light-standard super high wagon designed for a wide range of usage scenarios, from everyday use to leisure activities. At the…

Casio Computer Co., Ltd. will release four models in the GMD-S5600 series, smaller and thinner versions of the DW-5600, the standard G-SHOCK model, in mid-January. The DW-5600 has been downsized for easier wear. The dial features glass deposition and simple function markings, and is equipped with metal buttons and a metal lock. The matte-textured case…