Weathernews released the “Fourth Pollen Dispersion Trend” on February 14. According to the company, Tokyo entered the “pollen season” on February 13, one day later than last year, and after Nagasaki Prefecture entered the “pollen season” on February 7, the area of pollen dispersion gradually expanded, and by February 13, pollen dispersion had begun in…
Belle Maison offers convenient and cute household goods for cat lovers. Colorful cat-shaped plates, stretchable waterproof sheets, etc.
Senshukai’s mail-order business Belle Maison has unveiled a special page featuring interior and miscellaneous goods for cat lovers titled “Cats everywhere! Cat Lovers All Around! For February 22, “Cat’s Day,” the lineup includes items that bring cats closer to you, such as the “Minoyaki Cat Plate” (880 yen) in six colorful colors and the “Tajimiyaki…
NEXCO West Japan to operate 17 new tollgates as ETC-only tollgates, starting at 0:00 a.m. on March 18
Meishin Expressway (E1): Setanishi Shin-Meishin Expressway (E1A): Shigaraki Keinawa Expressway (E24): Seika Gakken (entrance to/exit from Nara) Maizuru-Wakasa Expressway (E27): Ooi Takahama Harima Expressway (E29): Harima-Shingu Yuasa-Gobo Road (E42): Hirokawa Minami Daini-Keihan Road (E89): Jonan Miyakita (Entrance) Kyushu (southernmost of the four main islands of Japan) Higashi-Kyushu Expressway (E10): Gyobashi East Kyushu Expressway (E10) Usa-Beppu…
The No. 1 signboard cat is Chacha-chan of Iwagyo Chasha. Jalan announces “2024 signboard cat ranking of inns you would like to meet” in honor of Cat Day.
In honor of Cat Day, February 22, Jalan has released “Ranking 2024 Signboard Cats at Inns You Would Like to Meet. The ranking is based on the results of a nationwide survey of 1,038 people in their 20s to 50s (conducted from January 4 to 9). The winner of the signboard cat ranking was Chacha-chan…
Matsuyama Expressway “Toon Smart IC” opens to traffic at 15:00 on March 23. Extension of 12 km from Kawauchi IC to Matsuyama IC
NEXCO West Japan Shikoku Regional Office will open the Toon Smart IC on the Matsuyama Expressway (E11), which has been under construction with Toon City, Ehime Prefecture, at 15:00 on March 23. It is located in Takubo, Toon City, between the Kawauchi IC and the Matsuyama IC, and can be accessed from City Highway Highway…
Workman launches new brand “Workman Kids” for children. Best-selling products in sizes 120-150 cm.
Workman announced a new brand for children, “Workman Kids,” with the first store in Japan to open on February 22 at the “Workman Girls AEON MALL Okinawa Lycoming Store. This will be the first store to open in Okinawa Prefecture, and will have the nation’s largest sales floor area of 726m2, of which the Kids…
Spring Festival “Yuki-no-Otani Festival” at Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route. Spectacular walks on snow walls, etc.
The Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, operated by Tateyama Kurobe Kanko, will hold the spring festival “2024 Tateyama Kurobe, Snowy Valley Festival” from April 15 to June 25. The Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route is one of the world’s leading mountain tourism routes located in the Chubu-Sangaku National Park. From Tateyama Station (Toyama Prefecture) to Ogisawa (Nagano…
Squarex 618, a barbecue griddle made of iron nitride for solo campers, available for pre-sale on Makuake
On February 14, Octagon released the “Squarex 618” barbecue griddle on Makuake, a support purchase service, and will exhibit the product at the “ATSUGI OUTDOOR STYLE 2024” outdoor event to be held in Atsugi, Kanagawa Prefecture, on February 17. The general sales price is 26,400 yen, and Makuake is offering an early bird discount of…
The first official patisserie in Moomin history opens in Ikebukuro for a limited time. Original eco-bags are also available.
Grapestone will open its first official Moomin patisserie “MOOMIN SHOP PATISSERIE” in the Seibu Ikebukuro flagship store as a pop-up store. The period is from February 21 to March 5. The Moomins live peacefully in the midst of nature, and the sweets are designed to give you a sense of peace and relaxation. The lineup…
What? That character, too! MOUSSY’s new Disney collection is “Three Little Pigs. The retro and quirky designs are great!
On February 14, MOUSSY launched the new “Disney SERIES CREATED by MOUSSY” featuring Disney patterns. This season features “The Three Little Pigs,” released in 1933. The Big Bad Wolf is depicted with the three little pigs! The cool appearance is sure to be a hit with fans. In addition, apparel and accessories featuring designs of…