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【🚄 Premium Japanese Supermarket Snacks On Board 🛍️】Enjoy popular snacks from KINOKUNIYA, a premium Japanese supermarket ...
06/14/2026

【🚄 Premium Japanese Supermarket Snacks On Board 🛍️】

Enjoy popular snacks from KINOKUNIYA, a premium Japanese supermarket known for its carefully selected, high-quality food products, now available onboard JR East trains.

These special items can be purchased through onboard sales on JR East Shinkansen services, Limited Express trains on the Chuo Line and Joban Line, as well as Green Cars on local trains.

Experience the refined quality and carefully curated flavors of KINOKUNIYA during your journey through Japan ✨
This time, we would like to introduce a snack perfect for enjoying on board.

🖤 Black Pepper Rice Crackers
These spicy rice crackers feature the rich aroma of black pepper and a pleasant kick of spice that deepens with every bite.
Despite their cute heart-shaped appearance, they offer a savory flavor with restrained sweetness, making them a perfect snack for adults.

Enjoy the trusted quality and delicious flavors of one of Japan’s best-known premium supermarkets while traveling by train 🚅

【🏮A Dreamlike Summer Night in Akita🏮】Held every year from August 5 to August 7 in Yuzawa City, the Tanabata Edoro Festiv...
06/10/2026

【🏮A Dreamlike Summer Night in Akita🏮】

Held every year from August 5 to August 7 in Yuzawa City, the Tanabata Edoro Festival is a historic and elegant summer festival said to have originated from a Kyoto princess who married into Akita and decorated tanzaku paper strips while longing for her hometown.

During the festival, giant illuminated “Edoro” lanterns featuring graceful ukiyo-e-style women line the streets. Each lantern is painted by a different artist, creating a unique atmosphere throughout the town. Their rich colors and elegance captivate visitors every summer evening.

Visitors can also enjoy free yukata dressing, Japanese taiko drum performances, bijin-ga coloring experiences, delicious local foods at the Tanabata Yokocho festival area, and traditional Tanabata dancing performances.

📍Access
• Omagari Station: Approximately 3 hours 10 minutes from Tokyo Station via the Akita Shinkansen (all seats reserved)
• Yuzawa Station: Approximately 40 minutes from Omagari Station via the Ou Line

【Discover the Spiritual Heart of Northern Japan in Yamagata】Yamagata Prefecture, located in northern Japan’s Tohoku regi...
06/08/2026

【Discover the Spiritual Heart of Northern Japan in Yamagata】

Yamagata Prefecture, located in northern Japan’s Tohoku region, is home to breathtaking nature, rich traditions, and deep spiritual heritage.

One of its most sacred sites is Dewa Sanzan, a group of mountains worshipped for more than 1,400 years as a center of Shugendo mountain asceticism.

Here, visitors can walk through ancient cedar forests with a yamabushi mountain ascetic guide, visit the National Treasure five-story pagoda at Mt. Haguro, and experience meditation and prayer surrounded by nature.
Far from the crowds of major cities, it is a journey that allows you to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with yourself.

Yamagata also offers unforgettable gastronomy experiences featuring local ingredients, as well as traditional craft experiences such as Tendo shogi chess piece making.

Accessible from Tokyo by shinkansen, Yamagata invites travelers to discover a deeper side of Japan.

Learn more:

Dewa Sanzan & Yamabushi Experience
https://www.xperisus.com/shop/g/g000171/

Gastronomy Experience “OSTERIA SINCERITÀ”
https://www.xperisus.com/shop/g/g000170/

Tendo Shogi Craft Experience
https://www.xperisus.com/shop/g/g000169/

【Looking for a summer getaway in Japan? Head to the beautiful Kita-Shinano area in Nagano Prefecture! 🌿】At Madarao Kogen...
06/05/2026

【Looking for a summer getaway in Japan? Head to the beautiful Kita-Shinano area in Nagano Prefecture! 🌿】

At Madarao Kogen in Iiyama City, you can enjoy a zipline adventure through the forest, gliding along wire ropes and pulleys like Tarzan✨

At Nabekura Kogen, located in the northernmost part of Iiyama City at an elevation of 500 meters, visitors can experience nature-filled activities such as canoeing and SUP at the nature experience lodging facility “Nabekura Kogen Mori no Ie” 🛶

Before boarding the Hokuriku Shinkansen, stop by “Iiyama Eki Naka Sakaba Eppe,” located inside Iiyama Station, for a drink 🍺

You can enjoy “Honki no Saba Curry Udon,” made with Iiyama’s local soul food, canned mackerel, as well as local sake and craft beer 🍛

The smartphone tourism service “Tabisuru Kita-Shinano” offers convenient digital sightseeing tickets for the Kita-Shinano area in Nagano Prefecture 🌟

Tickets can be purchased in advance by credit card, making your trip smoother.

If you are looking to enjoy nature in Japan this summer, come visit the Kita-Shinano area in Nagano Prefecture!

📍Access
Iiyama Station: Approximately 1 hour 40 minutes from Tokyo Station via the Hokuriku Shinkansen
Tourist attractions: Accessible by bus or taxi from Iiyama Station

🔗 Tabisuru Kita-Shinano
https://www.jreast.co.jp/multi/maas/tabisuru-kitashinano/?utm_source=kitashinano_23_453&utm_medium=qr&utm_campaign=product



*Photos are for illustrative purposes only.

05/23/2026

【🐉 Discover Legends and Summer Beauty at Lake Tazawa in Akita! 🐉】

The Tazawako Ryujin Festival will take place on July 25, 2026, at Lake Tazawa in Akita Prefecture.

This unique summer festival is inspired by the local legend of Princess Tatsuko and Hachirotaro, two mythical figures connected to Lake Tazawa. Visitors can experience traditional performances and the mystical atmosphere of one of Akita’s best-known legends. ✨

With a depth of 423.4 meters, Lake Tazawa is the deepest lake in Japan. During summer, visitors can also enjoy swimming, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) surrounded by beautiful lakeside scenery. 🚣‍♀️🌿

For a relaxing getaway, visit Nyuto Onsenkyo, accessible by local bus from the Lake Tazawa area. Known for its rustic hot spring inns surrounded by beech forests, Nyuto Onsenkyo offers traditional Akita cuisine and natural hot springs with a nostalgic atmosphere. ♨️

Why not discover your favorite side of Japan in Akita this summer?

🚅 Access Information

Tazawako Station is approximately 2 hours 45 minutes from Tokyo Station via the Akita Shinkansen (all seats reserved).

Festival venue:
About 12 minutes by bus from Tazawako Station to “Tazawako-han” bus stop.

Nyuto Onsenkyo:
About 50 minutes by bus from Tazawako Station to “Nyuto Onsen” bus stop.

【🚝 Ride the New Monchhichi Train from Haneda Airport to Central Tokyo!】The Tokyo Monorail, also known as the “Tokyo Pano...
05/19/2026

【🚝 Ride the New Monchhichi Train from Haneda Airport to Central Tokyo!】

The Tokyo Monorail, also known as the “Tokyo Panorama Line,” connects Haneda Airport with central Tokyo, offering smooth and easy access from the airport to the city.

Since February 2026, a special collaboration train featuring the beloved Japanese character Monchhichi has been running on the line! 🐵✨

Originally created in Japan in 1974, Monchhichi has been loved by fans around the world for generations.

Monchhichi wearing a special Tokyo Panorama Line outfit welcomes passengers onboard, while the train interior introduces travel tips and destinations along the route.

You can also ride the Tokyo Monorail using the JR EAST PASS and JR TOKYO Wide Pass.

Enjoy waterfront and Tokyo city views together with Monchhichi as you travel from Haneda Airport to central Tokyo!

*Images inside the train are for illustration purposes only.

To purchase tickets for the Tokyo Monorail, search for “Tokyo Monorail Mobile Ticket.”

Official website:
https://tokyo-panorama-line.jp

【🎉 See Six Famous Japanese Festivals in One Weekend — Just 2 Hours from Tokyo! 🎉】The Tohoku Kizuna Festival takes place ...
05/10/2026

【🎉 See Six Famous Japanese Festivals in One Weekend — Just 2 Hours from Tokyo! 🎉】

The Tohoku Kizuna Festival takes place in Morioka on May 23–24, 2026.

Located in northern Japan, Morioka can be reached from Tokyo Station in approximately 2 hours 10 minutes by Tohoku Shinkansen 🚅

This special annual event brings together six famous festivals from across northern Japan in one city for one weekend only. Every year, the festival is hosted in a different city and attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors.

From giant illuminated floats and traditional dancing to colorful costumes and energetic performances, this is a rare chance to experience Japanese festival culture all at once! 🇯🇵✨

Featured Festivals:
Aomori Nebuta Festival
Akita Kanto Festival
Morioka Sansa Dance
Yamagata Hanagasa Festival
Sendai Tanabata Festival
Fukushima Waraji Festival

📅 Event Schedule

May 23, 2026 (Sat)
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Parade: 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM
May 24, 2026 (Sun)
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Parade: 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM

🚶 Access to the parade area:
About a 10-minute walk from Morioka Station

More information:
https://tohoku-kizunamatsuri.jp/

05/05/2026

【Did you know there’s a parasite museum in Tokyo?】

Just two stops from Shibuya on the Yamanote Line, the Meguro Parasitological Museum offers a unique look at parasites and their relationship with the human body.

The museum displays around 300 specimens and related materials, providing insight into a rarely seen side of science.

One of the highlights is the famous 8.8-meter (about 29-foot) tapeworm — a specimen many visitors remember.

You can also experience the museum’s ambient soundscape as you explore the exhibits.

Quiet, fascinating, and thought-provoking.

📍Meguro, Tokyo
🚃 Two stops from Shibuya on the Yamanote Line
🚶 12-minute walk from Meguro Station

Would you visit this museum on your next trip to Tokyo?

Save this for your Tokyo itinerary.
Explore Tokyo along the Yamanote Line.




For more details:
Meguro Parasitological Museum
https://www.kiseichu.org

※All information is accurate as of April 2026.

【Discover the beauty of Nagano’s Kita-Shinano area during the warmer months 🌿】Nagano’s Kita-Shinano area offers a wide v...
04/30/2026

【Discover the beauty of Nagano’s Kita-Shinano area during the warmer months 🌿】

Nagano’s Kita-Shinano area offers a wide variety of scenic spots and outdoor activities where you can fully experience Japan’s natural landscapes.

⛰️ Scenic mountain views

At SORA terrace in Yamanouchi Town, a ropeway with capacity for up to 166 passengers carries visitors to the summit at an elevation of 1,770 meters 🚡
From the top, enjoy sweeping views of the Hokushin Gogaku mountains and the Japanese Alps ☀️
When weather conditions align, visitors may also witness spectacular views above the clouds ☁️

Other scenic mountain viewpoints include:
• Yokote Mountain Manten View Terrace – panoramic views from 2,307 meters above sea level
• Shiga Kogen Golden Line – a scenic route connecting mountain landscapes via three ropeways

🛶 Outdoor nature experiences

• Nabekura Kogen Mori no Ie (Iiyama City) – canoe and nature programs
• Ittteki Paddle & Mountain Guide (Shinano Town) – canoe and stand-up paddleboarding experiences

📱 Travel more smoothly with digital tickets

When exploring the Kita-Shinano area, the mobile ticket service Tabisuru Kita-Shinano allows travelers to purchase digital tickets in advance for transportation, sightseeing facilities, and outdoor activities, helping create a smoother travel experience.

Discover the spectacular natural scenery of Nagano’s Kita-Shinano area with the convenient Tabisuru Kita-Shinano service.

Please check each facility for operating days and details. Some activities require advance reservations. Photos are for illustrative purposes.

🚄 Access

SORA terrace / Yokote Mountain Manten View Terrace / Shiga Kogen Golden Line
Nagano Station: approximately 1 hour 20 minutes from Tokyo Station via the Hokuriku Shinkansen
Yudanaka Station: approximately 50 minutes from Nagano Station via the Nagano Electric Railway Limited Express train
Each facility: approximately 30–40 minutes by bus from Yudanaka Station

Nabekura Kogen Mori no Ie
Iiyama Station: approximately 1 hour 50 minutes from Tokyo Station via the Hokuriku Shinkansen
Togari-Nozawa-Onsen Station: approximately 10 minutes from Iiyama Station via the Iiyama Line
Facility: approximately 15 minutes by taxi from Togari-Nozawa-Onsen Station

Ittteki Paddle & Mountain Guide
Kurohime Station: approximately 35 minutes from Nagano Station via the Kita-Shinano Line (Shinano Railway)
Facility: approximately 7 minutes by car from Kurohime Station



Tabisuru Kita-Shinano
https://www.jreast.co.jp/multi/maas/tabisuru-kitashinano/?utm_source=kitashinano_23_453&utm_medium=qr&utm_campaign=product

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