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Zoff PROTECT” sunglasses that block 99% of UV rays as well as pollen

By Editor in Chief on Sun Jan 19 2025

Zoff will release Zoff PROTECT 2WAY SUNGLASSES, anti-pollen sunglasses with a removable hood, on January 31. Priced at 8,800 yen, the lenses can be changed to include power lenses for an extra charge (from 3,300 yen). It will be available at Zoff stores nationwide and at the official online store. The official online store is…

Odakyu Electric Railway’s “Odakyu Mystery Town Train 2025,” in which visitors can enjoy solving riddles while strolling through towns along the railway line

By Editor in Chief on Sun Jan 19 2025

Odakyu Electric Railway will hold “Odakyu Mystery Town Train 2025,” a mystery-solving hands-on event with no participation fee. The event will run from January 20 to May 25. The idea is to enjoy solving riddles while collecting clues in towns along the Odakyu Line, using a booklet distributed free of charge at each Odakyu Line…

JR West announces springtime Sagano Line congestion relief. Ticketless limited express tickets on sale; some limited express trains to stop temporarily at Saga-Arashiyama Station.

By Editor in Chief on Sun Jan 19 2025

JR West Japan announced that the Sagano Line will ease congestion and express trains will stop temporarily at Saga-Arashiyama Station in spring. During the holiday season, such as three consecutive weekends, spring break, and Golden Week, some trains will be operated with an increased number of cars. 42 trains will run on weekdays and 46…

Globe-Trotter Celebrates Peanuts 75th Anniversary with Commemorative Collection. Snoopy and Woodstock in various travel attire.

By Editor in Chief on Sat Jan 18 2025

Inspired by the bright colors of peanuts, the new series of four-wheeled suitcases and accessories will be lined up. Globe-Trotter will release its second Peanuts collaboration, a collection commemorating the 75th anniversary of Peanuts, on January 29. suitcase Three new colors are available, each with a different design: the first is ivory Vulcan fiber with…

My Melody’s 50th anniversary, birthday with Kuromi and matching new costumes. I went to Puroland on the first day of the opening!

By Editor in Chief on Fri Jan 17 2025

The first interactive store “My Melody & Kuromi Shop” opened. Many limited-time-only goods feature “symmetrical” designs. On the 4th floor, the first interactive store in Puroland opened, incorporating interactive elements such as sound and images. Visitors can enjoy shopping while immersing themselves in the world of My Melody and Kuromi, including a phone that allows…

JR West increases the number of round-trips of the limited express “Mahoroba” to two per day. Limited to Saturdays and Sundays between Osaka – Shin-Osaka – Horyuji – Nara.

By Editor in Chief on Fri Jan 17 2025

JR West will increase the number of “Mahoroba” limited express trains operating between Osaka and Nara from one to two round trips per day to coincide with the Osaka-Kansai Expo. The train will operate on Saturdays and holidays between March 15 and October 13, with renewed trains starting on April 5. *”Mahoroba” will operate on…

Hatsune Miku x Leisure Fest to be held at 10 leisure and bathing facilities nationwide. Original goods on sale, tickets with limited goods, etc.

By Editor in Chief on Fri Jan 17 2025

Origres will hold the second edition of “Reja Fest,” a large-scale, round-the-clock collaboration event utilizing its anime IP. The event will run from April 17 to June 1. The event will be held in collaboration with Hatsune Miku at 10 leisure and bathing facilities across Japan. Original goods will be sold, special offers will be…

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