Tokyo Kyushu Ferry, a member of the SHK Line group, has launched a 3-day/2-night tour to enjoy fugu dinner in Shimonoseki and Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine in Fukuoka. Applications are accepted through Club Tourism. On board the Tokyo-Kyushu Ferry, which operates between Yokosuka and Shin Moji, capsule-type beds with private space are available. In addition, passengers…
HOKKAIDO LOVE! MICHITOKU FURIPASS” with unlimited rides on Hokkaido’s expressways goes on sale from November to March.
NEXCO East Japan launched the “HOKKAIDO LOVE! MICHITOKU FURIPASS” for use from November through March 2024 at 14:00 on October 18. The pass is available only for ETC vehicles and allows unlimited rides on expressways in three areas in Hokkaido for two to three days at a fixed price. Previously available only in winter, the…
The results of the “JR East Souvenir Grand Prix 2023” were announced. The grand prix winner is “Maple Butter Cookie” and the runner-up is “Takasaki Pudding”.
JR East announced the results of the “JR East Souvenir Grand Prix 2023,” the sixth annual event. Maple Butter Cookies” (Shkrei, Tokyo) won the overall Grand Prix from 125 entries from Tokyo and 16 prefectures, and “Takasaki Pudding” (Tsutsuji-an, Gunma) won the overall Runner-up Grand Prix. The award-winning products are as follows read more ©…
The results of the “JR East Souvenir Grand Prix 2023” were announced. The grand prix winner is “Maple Butter Cookie” and the runner-up is “Takasaki Pudding”.
JR East announced the results of the “JR East Souvenir Grand Prix 2023,” the sixth annual event. Maple Butter Cookies” (Shkrei, Tokyo) won the overall Grand Prix from 125 entries from Tokyo and 16 prefectures, and “Takasaki Pudding” (Tsutsuji-an, Gunma) won the overall Runner-up Grand Prix. The award-winning products are as follows read more ©…
Moomin Valley Park, “Winter Fireworks” launched from the lake. Special 1-Day Pass/Night Pass/Hot Springs Access Set also available.
Moomin Story will present “Winter Fireworks in the Moomin Valley,” which will color the lake and the night sky during winter events at the Scandinavian-themed Moomin Valley Park (327-6 Miyazawa, Hanno, Saitama Prefecture). The winter event “Winter Wonderland in Moomin Valley Park 2023” will be held from November 2 to January 8, 2024 (except January…
Disney retro-patterned items are available at LAWSON! The smart phone strap and triangle mini pouch are great for everyday use!
LEGS will release “Portable Rope Strap” (1,650 yen) and “Triangular Mini Pouch” (770 yen) from the Disney Retro Series at convenience store LAWSON. Each of the four types are Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Winnie the Pooh, and Chip and Dale. The release date is October 26. The “Portable Rope Strap” is a set of two…
Lawson limited “Sumikko Gurashi” goods. Oshibori Towel / Tumbler / Toothbrush / Antibacterial Mini Container
LEGS will release “Sumikko Gurashi” goods at Lawson stores nationwide on October 26. The lineup includes a total of four items that are convenient for everyday use as well as for carrying on an outing: a 3-piece hand towel set (935 yen), a melamine tumbler (770 yen), a 3-piece clear toothbrush set (682 yen), and…
Grant Aid Agreement Signed for Pakistan: Contributing to the Improvement of Learning Environments through the Construction of Flood-Damaged Elementary School Buildings ｜ News & Media
The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) signed a Grant Agreement (G/A) with the Government of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan on October 18 in Islamabad for a grant of up to 794 million yen for the “Rehabilitation of Educational Facilities in Flood Affected Areas in Sindh Province. The agreement was signed by and among the…
Signing of Minutes of Discussion on a Technical Cooperation Project for Papua New Guinea: Contributing to Increasing Transparency of Information Related to Natural Resource Development ｜ News & Media
The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) signed a Record of Discussions (R/D) with the Government of the Independent State of Papua New Guinea on October 18 in Port Moresby for the technical cooperation project “Resource Revenue Management Capacity Enhancement Project Phase 2. Papua New Guinea is rich in natural resources such as oil, natural gas,…
President Tanaka meets with Director General Mikuriya of the World Customs Organization ｜ News & Media
JICA President Akihiko Tanaka met with Kunio Mikuriya, Director General of the World Customs Organization (WCO), at JICA Headquarters on October 13. President Tanaka expressed his appreciation to Director General Mikuriya, who will be stepping down this December, for his leadership in the close collaboration between JICA and WCO. In response, Director General Mikuriya expressed…