Day: April 29, 2026

The One about the “Matsumoto, Matsumoto” jingle at JR Matsumoto Station has been revived after ending last November due to popular demand.

The One about the “Matsumoto, Matsumoto” jingle at JR Matsumoto Station has been revived after ending last November due to popular demand.

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“Matsumoto!” is back! The distinctive announcement that was so popular at JR Matsumoto Station (Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture) will be played in the free passageway starting May 1st. The familiar voice will once again welcome people. (Broadcast April 28, 2026) That famous announcement is coming Read More …

The One about bear sightings in Japan are the highest in April; tourist destinations are implementing bear countermeasures one after another

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This video shows a 330-kilogram brown bear being captured. It appears to have just emerged from hibernation, but has accumulated fat and is now over 2 meters long. Bear sightings are increasing across Japan. [TV Asahi NEWS] “Grrr!” The giant bear leaped towards us and Read More …