The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) announced on May 16, 2023 (New York time) the following terms and conditions for the issuance of Global Dollar Denominated Notes guaranteed by the Government of Japan. Issue amount: US$1.25 billion Issue Date: May 23, 2023 Term: 5 years (redeemable on May 23, 2028) Surface interest rate: 4.000%. Issue…
Large-scale traffic restrictions due to the G7 Hiroshima Summit starting tomorrow, January 18. Traffic detours may cause traffic congestion.
The Hiroshima Prefectural Police, in cooperation with NEXCO West Japan Chugoku Branch and others, will close the road during the travel time of the leaders of the G7 nations during the five-day period from May 18 to 22 in conjunction with the G7 Hiroshima Summit. Related Articles During the period, traffic will be concentrated on…
Packraft tour to the unexplored region of Takachiho. Experience the adventure of going to the phantom waterfall by rubber boat.
The Takachiho Adventure Tourism Council, consisting of Trailhead, Takachiho Mountain Association, Takachiho Town Planning and Tourism Division, and others, has launched an adventure program that offers a completely private packraft tour experience in the backcountry of Takachiho Town, Miyazaki Prefecture. Packrafts are rubber boats that are inflated with air and can be transported to remote…
SL Galaxy” red seal book to be retired in June. Designed with the head mark and animals in the constellation.
Asamizu Company released a limited-quantity red seal book (2,640 yen) as the second commemorative product for JR East’s SL Galaxy, which will end regular service in June. SL Ginga is a sightseeing train that debuted in 2014 and features a pattern of carriages based on the constellations and animals that appear in Kenji Miyazawa’s “Night…
DoubleTree by Hilton Kyoto Higashiyama” Reservations Now Open. Opening on August 8 near Kiyomizu-dera Temple, a World Heritage Site
DoubleTree by Hilton Kyoto Higashiyama (1-45 Honmachi, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto) has begun accepting reservations on its official website in advance of its August 8 opening. The hotel is located within walking distance of the World Heritage Site Kiyomizu Temple, a one-minute walk from the nearest station, Kiyomizu Gojo Station, and a 10-minute drive from Kyoto Station….
GeeCool” mini fan with ice-cold plates. Powerful turbo lowers the temperature you feel.
Gloture launched the GeeCool mini fan (4,950 yen) at the gadget store MODERN g. An ice hockey is built into the center of the unit, and when activated, the cool breeze lowers the temperature of the body. In addition, an aluminum radiator on the mesh creates an even breeze and a powerful turbo delivers a…
Hotel New Otani Tokyo “#Heidi Royal Green Room”. Includes 3 goods and buffet breakfast.
Hotel New Otani (4-1 Kioicho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo) will launch the “#Heidi Royal Green Room” accommodation plan in collaboration with FEILER, a lifestyle brand dealing with the traditional German craft of Chenille weaving, on its official website at 21:00 on May 18. The plan will go on sale on May 18 at 9:00 p.m. on the…
Rental Car & Accommodation Set Plan” for watching Fujieda MYFC home games. Up to 3,000 yen subsidy and food and beverage specials are also available.
Fujieda City, in cooperation with local travel agencies, has launched a rental car and accommodation package plan for watching Fujieda MYFC’s home game on May 21. The plan offers a 20% discount on the basic vehicle fee and access to parking at the match venue. The plan also includes a Fujieda City lodging subsidy of…
Rakuten STAY displays “Vacation STAY” private accommodations on various Google services. Rates can also be checked and reservations made.
Rakuten STAY, Inc. has begun displaying private accommodations on various Google services in conjunction with its “Vacation STAY” lodging and private accommodation reservation site being certified as a “Google Private Accommodation Partner. From now on, users will be able to view the rates and availability of private accommodations listed on Vacation STAY from various services…
G7 Special Report 3] Cyber Risks in Developing Countries Threaten the Entire World
G7 Special Report 3] Cyber Risks in Developing Countries Threaten the Entire World Japan will preside over the G7 Hiroshima Summit and lead discussions on various issues facing the international community. Taking this opportunity, this series will consider the current status and future challenges of important issues facing the international community, as well as Japan’s…