The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) (President: Akihiko Tanaka) has selected the following Joint Lead Managers for the issuance of the 73rd to 77th JICA Bonds (Domestic FILP Agency Bonds) (in alphabetical order except for the Administrative Lead Manager). 5-year bonds: Nomura Securities (Administrative lead manager)/Daiwa Securities/Tokai Tokyo Securities 10-year bonds: Nomura Securities (Administrative lead…
Hotel Metropolitan Haneda opens on October 17. 237 rooms of 13 types in close proximity to the airport.
Nippon Hotel has set October 17 as the opening date for Hotel Metropolitan Haneda (1-1-4, Haneda Airport, Ota-ku, Tokyo), which will be located in Zone A of Haneda INNOVATION CITY. Reservations are now being accepted. Hotel Metropolitan Haneda will be located on the 5th through 10th floors of ZONE A. In addition to 237 guest…
I flew Jetstar Business Class to the northeast of Australia! Stayed at a hotel in Cairns with an ocean view all to myself!
Water border measures in Australia as well as Japan have been terminated! Finally, overseas travel has been fully restored. Australia has already removed entry restrictions related to the new coronavirus (in July 2022), and Japan’s current water border measures (entry restrictions) were also completed on May 8. Finally, overseas travel is fully restored. I’ve been…
New Balance, FC Tokyo training balls and mini-balls
New Balance Japan will release the No. 4 “FC Tokyo Training Ball” and No. 1 “FC Tokyo Mini Ball” featuring FC Tokyo’s team colors (blue and red) on May 12. The No. 4 ball is said to be a suitable size for children’s practice as well as for autograph balls. The No. 1 ball is…
Japan Association of Travel Agents offers subsidies for passport acquisition. Win an Amagif and more!
The Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA) will launch the “Passport Acquisition Cost Support Campaign” and “Summer Travel W Campaign” on May 15, the second phase of the “JATA Overseas Travel Promotion Project” to boost overseas travel, which began on April 1. Those who meet each eligibility requirement and apply through the special campaign website…
Tobu Railway to open a 25-store shopping mall under the elevated railway tracks of Takenotsuka Station. Food, drink, groceries, household goods, etc. Opening in the first half of FY2024.
On May 10, Tobu Railway announced plans to develop an arcade shopping area under the elevated Takenotsuka Station, aiming to open in the first half of 2024. A single-story commercial facility of approximately 3,300m2 will be constructed under the elevated railway tracks, and will offer a variety of stores convenient for daily shopping, including food,…
Sanwa Supply, compact genuine leather shoulder for adult men
Sanwa Supply has released the “200-BAG182BK” and “200-BAG182BR” genuine leather shoulder bags for carrying a wallet and smartphone and going out lightly on the direct sales website Sanwa Direct. They are available in black and brown and priced at 4,982 yen (excluding tax). The size is approximately 120 x 50 x 185 mm (W x…
APA Hotel releases APA Stay Here, an app exclusively for guests. Coupon distribution, large bathroom congestion status display, etc.
APA Hotel has released APA Stay Here (Android/iOS version), an app developed exclusively for stayers, in collaboration with Tap. Feature Coupon distribution for stay apps Purchase extended check-out time Purchase meal tickets and display QR codes for meal tickets at restaurants Check out and reserve equipment for loan. On-board chatbot Display of crowded conditions in…
OMO7 Osaka by Hoshino Resort launches Japan’s first “Universal Studios Japan Certified OMO Rangers”. Nightly “Maniac Lectures on USJ” for hotel guests only.
OMO7 Osaka by Hoshino Resort (3-16-30, Emisu-Nishi, Naniwa-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture) announced on May 10 the introduction of “Universal Studios Japan Certified OMO Rangers,” Japan’s first initiative in collaboration with USJ (Universal Studios Japan). Hoshino Resort’s hotel brand “OMO,” which operates 14 hotels across Japan as “Machinaka” hotels, has “Neighborhood Guide OMO Rangers,” hotel…
Japan Tourism Agency x JATA “Now is the Time to Go Abroad,” including subsidies for passport acquisition! Declaration”. Secretary Wada: “The Declaration is a good opportunity to go abroad.
On May 10, the Japan Tourism Agency and JATA (Japan Association of Travel Agents) held a joint press conference to outline the “Now is the Time to Go Abroad Declaration,” an initiative to build momentum for overseas travel! Declaration” and held a joint press conference to outline the declaration. Koichi Wada, Director General of the…