In this issue, we introduce two souvenirs found in Fukuoka Prefecture. Hakata mizutaki and motsunabe, fresh seafood from the Genkai Sea, and tonkotsu ramen from yatai stalls are just a few of the “umakomons” that you can enjoy, but the best part of a gourmet trip to Fukuoka is that you have to eat it…
Earthquake and Tsunami Observation and Information Dissemination Capacity Improvement Project
Indonesia is geographically and topographically prone to natural disasters such as earthquakes, tsunamis, and volcanic eruptions. The country’s Meteorology, Climate and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) is in charge of earthquake and tsunami observation and warning dissemination in Indonesia, and through BMKG’s efforts and donor support, a system for disseminating information on earthquakes and tsunami warnings that…
Water Supply Expansion Project in Sbaylıen
In Cambodia, starting with the improvement of water supply in Phnom Penh, the Japanese government has supported this process through technical cooperation, grant aid, and paid financial cooperation. Specifically, water supply facilities (water treatment plants, distribution pipe networks, etc.) in Phnom Penh and eight major regional cities have been improved through grant aid, and the…
Dar es Salaam Electricity System Master Plan Development and National Electricity System Master Plan (2012) Update Project
In Tanzania, new construction of power facilities and maintenance of existing facilities have not always been carried out properly in response to the growing demand for electricity. As a result, many of the facilities owned by the Tanzania Electricity Supply Corporation (TANESCO), which is responsible for supplying electricity throughout Tanzania, had become obsolete and were…
Lifestyle-related Diseases Project Phase 2
In Fiji, deaths and disabilities caused by non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as diabetes and cardiovascular diseases are on the rise, and the disease shift from infectious diseases to NCDs is rapidly progressing. The Ministry of Health of Japan has formulated the “Annual Implementation Plan 2020-2021” and the “National Strategic Plan 2020-2025” to promote comprehensive measures…
Rakuten Travel launches nationwide travel support for Kyoto today at 10:00 am. Save up to 35% when combined with unique coupons.
Rakuten Travel will begin accepting applications for the following new regions as eligible plans (domestic lodging/domestic tours) for nationwide travel support at 10:00 a.m. today. January 13, 10:00 a.m. Registration begins Miyagi, Gunma, Toyama, Kyoto *From January 13 for lodging/January 14 for tour departure The nationwide travel support program provides a flat 20% subsidy of…
JAL Hometown Ambassadors and Supporters: JAL and JR Shikoku Plan Collaboration Tour on “Iyonada Monogatari” Sightseeing Train with Attendants from Both Companies
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 original “Odakyu Electric Railway Clear File”. Designed for the first generation of the 5000 type / 8000 type / 1000 type trains of the past.
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),”…
Hankyu Ferry offers 30% discount and free charter fee for online bookings only
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 to Resume Haneda-Dubai Route on April 3. With a 777 equipped with a fully private first class cabin.
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…