NEXCO Central Japan will implement nighttime road closures on the Central Japan Expressway and the New Tomei Expressway (uplink) from June 12 to June 23. The closures will be in effect from June 12 to 14 on the Rokugo IC to Masuho IC (up and down lines), on June 19 on the Shin-Shimizu JCT, and…

The Okinawa Fest Executive Committee will hold “OKINAWA FES. 2023” at Yoyogi Park on May 13 and 14. Admission is free (with some fees). The event introduces Okinawa’s “music,” “food,” “products,” and “traditions” through live performances by a total of 16 popular artists from Okinawa, a special outdoor class “Okinawa Blue Sky Classroom,” “island elephant…

Take a break while enjoying the spectacular view at Nihondaira Yume Terrace Nihondaira Yume Terrace is an observatory where you can enjoy a 360-degree view of Mount Fuji, Suruga Bay, and the city of Shizuoka. The building was designed by Kengo Kuma & Associates, who also designed the New National Stadium, and many tourists visit…

Logos Corporation released “LOGOS x Bankoyaki Mosquito Control Buta” in collaboration with Bankoyaki, a traditional industry in Mie Prefecture. The price is 4980 yen. Mosquito coil holder made in collaboration with Banko-yaki, an intangible cultural asset of Yokkaichi City, Mie Prefecture, which has been handed down for about 300 years. In addition to outdoor scenes…

Ken-Elephant will release “Tokyo Metro Light Mascot” in late May. The product is a light mascot that glows when switched on, developed with permission from Tokyo Metro (Tokyo Metro). The lineup includes six types: “Tokyo Metro Sidewalk Signboard” with magnet, “Tokyo Metro Logo” with ball chain, “Marunouchi Line,” “Tozai Line,” “Chiyoda Line,” and “Ginza Line….

Ace released “Lavender Pink,” a limited edition color for Mother’s Day, for the elegant casual “Kanana Classy Bag” series from the “Kanana Project,” which was jointly developed with travel expert Kainanae Takeuchi. The Kanana Classy Bag is an eco-friendly item that uses 100% recycled nylon “Mipan regen ROBIC” for the exterior and recycled polyester for…

I decided to visit Bessho Onsen, the oldest hot spring resort in Shinshu with a history of over 1000 years, by train. From Nakakaruizawa Station, take the Shinano Railway to Ueda Station, and then take the Ueda Dentetsu Bessho Line to Bessho Onsen Station. The train ride was peaceful, with magnificent views of Mount Asama…

On May 2, JAL announced the “JAL Group Medium-Term Management Plan Rolling Plan 2023 for FY2021-2025,” which will further solidify the financial results for FY2022 (ending March 31, 2023) and the medium-term management plan for FY2021 to FY2025. In attendance were Yuji Akasaka, President and Group CEO; Yuji Saito, Senior Managing Executive Officer and Group…

Sanwa Supply has released the 200-BAGEXE4, a small business backpack with a 13-liter capacity. It measures approximately 30 x 13 x 40 cm (W x D x H) and is available at Sanwa Direct for 10,800 yen. A small business backpack suitable for daily commuting and mobile work. The exterior is a combination of durable…

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is the flag carrier of the Netherlands, and in early February I flew with them for the first time in many years to see the Vermeer exhibition currently being held in Amsterdam. I will also introduce the Business Class Lounge at Schiphol Airport, which was renovated before Corona, and the Premium…