Expo 2025 in Osaka to get building absorbs CO2 like forests
Image is for illustrative purposes (Source: Expo 2025 Official Page) Shimizu Corporation and Hokkaido University have developed an applicator designed to enhance carbon dioxide (CO2) absorption by simply applying it to the surface of existing concrete structures. (more…)
STARBUCKS RESERVE® ROASTERY TOKYO regional revitalization project
Starbucks Coffee Japan Co., Ltd.announced that will release a new product of "JIMOTO made + Tsugaru Vidro", which is the second version of "JIMOTO made +" developed from Japan, from July 12, 2022 (Tuesday). In addition to the popular "JIMOTO made + Tsugaru Vidro Day Sakura / Night Sakura 330ml" from last year, we have newly prepared 5 types of lineup to create a colorful summer table scene.
“GrabTaxi” cooperation with Japan taxi app “GO”
Mobility Technologies Co., Ltd.is the No. 1 taxi app "GO" (https://go.mo-t.com/). Grab Holdings Inc. will start cooperation with the super app "Grab", which is indispensable for daily life in Southeast Asia, from July 8, 2022 (Friday). "Grab" users are able to call japan taxis that are members of "GO" like daily use of Grab app.
Prayer room at Matsuya Ginza gets Si-Shield coating to prevent infection
The prayer room at the Matsuya Ginza department store has been treated with Si-Shield coating for infection prevention. (more…)
New Osaka station to get world’s first mobile platform doors in spring 2023
JR West Japan, a railway operator in western Japan, revealed a new state-of-the-art platform screen door to the public. (more…)
JR West x USJ offer free stay at official hotel for children
The western Japan railway operator JR West Japan (or JR West), and the famous theme park Universal Studios Japan (USJ), teamed up to launch a new special offer for children to stay at its official hotel and more, practically free of charge. (more…)
New super big cherry ‘Yamagata Beniou’ makes its debut
Yamagata Beniou, a huge cherry species newly developed by Yamagata Prefecture, a famous cherry-growing region, made its debut at the prefecture's pre-debut event. (more…)
Malaysia Airlines and Japan Airlines expand codeshare flights
From 14 August 2022, Japan Airlines (JAL) and Malaysia Airlines (MAS) will expand their codeshare operations on the Haneda-Kuala Lumpur route operated by MAS. (more…)
Visualise Wagyu beef smell digitally, Possible use for meat alternative
*Image is for illustrative purposes only Postgraduate students at the University of Shizuoka have developed a technology to digitalise aromas. They could now visualise the aroma differences between foreign beef and Japanese Black (cattle breed) Wagyu beef. (more…)
AI security robot now on guard at Narita Airport
AI-based security robots are now on the move at Narita Airport, a gateway to the skies of Japan. (more…)
Top 4 inn-hotel for best service in Japan 2021 revealed
What usually surprises most foreigners when first visiting Japan is the high-quality service. Japan is widely known worldwide for its remarkable hospitality. It is especially true for hotels, ryokans (traditional Japanese inn) and similar facilities offering their services at an extremely high level. (more…)
Shibuya Crossing is the world’s ‘wildest’ intersection
Shibuya Scramble Crossing or Shibuya Crossing is often mentioned by foreigners as a must-visit spot in Tokyo. (more…)