The One about the Tokyo Midtown Hibiya – Hibiya Area Illumination to kick off on November 14th-February 28 | Japanese Christmas Illumination 2024

A tree representing the vast ocean from the movie has been introduced Illuminations inspired by the world of the Disney animated film “Moana 2” will be displayed at the main venue, Hibiya Step Square. Blue-based lights and ornaments that evoke the vast ocean that appears Read More …

The One about WHITE KITTE to kick off on November 20th (Marunouchi, Tokyo) | Japanese Christmas Illumination 2024

The concept of this year’s “WHITE KITTE” is “Heart, Wrapping, Christmas”. The main tree, “Breeze Tree,” will be made of a real fir tree and is about 13.5 meters long. It will shine brilliantly with about 30,000 LED bulbs. Also, covering the tree will be Read More …

The One about [New Employee Training Close-Up!] [Part 1] Female Employee’s Trailer Training Work After Obtaining a License Through the License Acquisition Program

Introducing a female employee who obtained her trailer driver training through our license acquisition program. Six months after joining the company, Ms. Suzuki, who acquired her “Large Vehicle Driver’s License” and “Towing License” through our “Qualification Acquisition Program” that supports her aspirations and challenging spirit, Read More …

The One about Donna Burke’s famous voice celebrating the 60th anniversary of the shinkansen

Japan’s Shinkansen marked its 60th anniversary on October 1. Since its launch in 1964, the Tokaido Shinkansen has been a symbol of the Japanese economy and a welcoming force for travelers from all over. On October 14, the Australian embassy posted about the iconic voice Read More …

The One about “Let’s Torekatsu!” episode 31 – Special Feature: 90s Limited Express Train Special!

“Let’s Torekatsu!” is a program that supports train activities for railway fans! This time, we’ll be featuring “express trains” that appeared during the bubble economy! We’ll look back at express trains that appeared and were active in the early 90s, such as the 400 series Read More …

The One about the Maeda Crawler Crane CC1485

In Japan, seeing certain working vehicles captures my attention. While I was in Itabashi, Tokyo, this big yellow hulking machinery caught my eye. It’s the Maeda Crawler Crane CC1485 (which has now been upgraded to CC1485SA-2 Stage V) from Maeda Seisakusho Co., Ltd., a company Read More …

The One about Kyoto City Bus declaring a “state of emergency” due to “50 driver shortage”; even with good pay, the workload is heavy due to “narrow and difficult roads” and “tourists”

Transportation in Kyoto, a world-renowned tourist destination, is currently facing a crisis. Due to a shortage of city bus drivers, a “state of emergency” has been declared for the first time. What exactly happened? Our investigation revealed the unique circumstances of Kyoto City that lie Read More …

The One about “Let’s Torekatsu!” episode 30 – Steam Locomotive Special!

“Let’s Torekatsu!” is a program that supports train activities for railway fans! This time, the theme is “steam locomotives”. We welcome former professional baseball player Kaname Yashiki, who has traveled all over Japan and photographed all the operational and statically preserved steam locomotives, as our Read More …

The One about “Let’s Torekatsu!” episode 28 – Behind the Scenes of Railway Coverage!

This time, an official photographer from the JNR era, the editor-in-chief of a famous railway magazine, and a railway photojournalist have gathered! We will hear plenty of behind- the-scenes stories from railway reporting professionals, including behind-the-scenes stories about photographing now-defunct famous trains, the moment of Read More …

The One about “Let’s Torekatsu!” episode 27 – Special Feature: Hankyu Railway!

This time, we’re featuring the Hankyu Railway, one of Kansai’s leading private railways! Enka singer Yuuki Tokunaga, comedian who lives in haunted properties Tanishi Matsubara, Hankyu Railway Museum director Masayuki Fujita, and railway writer Kaoru Ihara gather at a diorama bar in Shibuya! We’ll bring Read More …

The One about “Let’s Torekatsu!” episode 26 – Special Feature: Subway Special

The latest “Let’s Torekatsu” program theme is on subways and Tokyo Metro, filmed inside a Marunouchi Line train car at Tokyo Transportation Junior College in Toshima Ward, Tokyo. Front view footage will be featured again this month! Valuable footage taken on the Ginza Line, Japan’s Read More …

The One about Sapporo’s subway being the only subway that uses rubber tires

On April 22nd, a tire on a Sapporo Municipal Subway Namboku Line train punctured, causing a full-day suspension of service between Kita 24-jo Station and Aso Station. Sapporo’s subway is the only one in Japan that uses rubber tires. What is the reason for this? Read More …

The One about “Let’s Torekatsu!” episode 25 – Special Feature: Shonan Monorail

“Let’s Torekatsu!” infiltrates the Shonan Monorail Fukasawa Depot in Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture! The program will be focusing on the “Shonan Monorail,” which boasts a maximum gradient of 74%. We will thoroughly cover the charm of the suspended SAFEGE-type monorail! You’re sure to get excited Read More …

The One about Mister Donut in Japan kicking off the Cherry Blossom 2024 season with Sakura Mochitto Donuts

For those who have been to Japan during the cherry blossom season knows that Mister Donut is one of the cool places to visit for its sakura-inspired offerings. Mister Donut, operated by Duskin Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Suita City, Osaka Prefecture), will be selling all four Read More …

TRAVEL GUIDE: The One about Finding the best travel deals on Klook and Rakuten Travel Experiences (Updated for 2024)

For those who are planning to travel to somewhere around the world, especially in Japan and there are various theme parks, museums and attractions that you have your itinerary, about a month before you leave, I highly recommend going to Klook or Rakuten Travel Experiences Read More …

The One about Kabukicho wanting to change its image through cosplay and bowling

Humax Entertainment Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shinjuku-ku) will hold a “Kabukicho Red Carpet” at the “Shinjuku Copa Bowl” in Kabukicho, Shinjuku on Saturday, March 16, 2024. This is a large-scale cosplay event in which performers from a variety of backgrounds, including active cosplayers, gravure idols, idols, Read More …

The One about why has tourism to Kawagoe, Saitama doubled? The area is experiencing record high tourism

Not far from Tokyo is a location that retains its Edo style. From the various shops and buildings, and even the local Starbucks, Kawagoe is known for it and is called “Little Edo”. And the fact that people don’t have to travel hours away to Read More …

The One about “Let’s Torekatsu!” episode 23 – Special Feature: Freight Rail Transport Part 2

“Let’s Torekatsu!” is a program that supports train activities for railway fans! This time, we bring you the second installment of our “Freight Railway Transport” special from the Railway Museum in Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture! Freight railway transport, which was introduced in the Meiji era Read More …

The One about Miami Garden (a Tokyo-based restaurant chain which serves pasta dishes and pizza)

In Japan, there is a popular chain of Italian restaurants known as Miami Garden. The name is derived from an “Italian meal with the wind of Miami”. In Japan, you will come across numerous Italian restaurants and for this one, what makes them popular is Read More …