Expanding to Japan as the third market in the world, the innovative “The New Coffee Ritual” was born from the encounter of coffee and olive oil! Starbucks Coffee Japan Co., Ltd. will begin selling a new innovative coffee line called “Starbucks Oleato™ on Thursday, April 20, 2023, which combines Starbucks …
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Wisteria Flowers at The Ashikaga Flower Park in Tochigi Prefecture Reach Full Bloom 10 Days Ahead of Schedule in 2023!
The Ashikaga Flower Park, operated by Ashikaga Flower Resort, is currently in full bloom with its iconic wisteria flowers. Due to the warmer weather that began in late March, the wisteria flowers bloomed earlier than ever in the park’s observation history. With temperatures expected to rise even further, approaching those …
Read More »Refresh Your Mood with Crisp Aroma and Smooth Taste: Suntory’s New Release of The Premium Malt’s Japanese Ale White Ale in 2023
Suntory will release a limited quantity of “The Premium Malt’s Japanese Ale White Ale” nationwide from May 23, 2023 (Tue). The “The Premium Malt’s Japanese Ale” series has a “fruity taste and refreshing aroma” that suits the Japanese palate. It is achieved by combining carefully selected ingredients, Suntory’s unique top-fermenting …
Read More »Saitama City Fireworks Festival Date Set for Omiya, Urawa, and Iwatsuki Areas 2023
Opening fireworks of the Saitama City Fireworks Festival to be held at three venues in Omiya, Urawa, and Iwatsuki areas, after being either canceled or downsized with no audience and recorded broadcasts since the first year of the Reiwa era, will be held with a live audience for the first …
Read More »2023 Pikachu Afternoon Tea at Cafe & Dining ZelkovA with a View of Omotesando’s Fresh Greenery in Tokyo
At The Strings Omotesando, from April 24, 2023 (Monday) to July 3, 2023 (Monday), the first-ever “Pikachu” themed afternoon tea set called “Pikachu Afternoon Tea” will be offered at the 1st-floor Cafe & Dining ZelkovA. Furthermore, due to its popularity, it will be held on specific days during the Period …
Read More »Genji Festival 2023 to be Held in Kawanishi, Hyogo – Birthplace of Genji and Samurai Clans!
The 59th Seiwa Genji Festival was held on April 16th, 2023, in Kawanishi City, Hyogo Prefecture, which is renowned as the birthplace of the Seiwa Genji clan. The festival showcased about 220 participants, including courageous horseback warriors, child warriors, and a procession of young children. The venue for the event …
Read More »Stepping into the World of Fashion Icon Jean-Paul Gaultier: The Afternoon Tea Bus Tour Joins Forces with Fashion Freak Show in 2023!
Upshtar Co., Ltd. will operate Japan’s first-afternoon tea bus tour in collaboration with the runway musical “Fashion Freak Show,” which depicts the life of world-renowned fashion designer Jean-Paul Gaultier from May 1st to 31st. Before the May operation, a limited reservation of 60 seats per day will be available on …
Read More »Tokyo Disney Resort 40th Anniversary ‘Dream-Go-Round’ to be held in 2023
On Saturday, April 15th, 2023, an opening ceremony was held at Tokyo Disneyland® to celebrate the start of the anniversary event “Tokyo Disney Resort 40th Anniversary Dream-Go-Round”. Despite the same rainy weather as the opening day of Tokyo Disneyland 40 years ago, the ceremony took place at the “Showbase” in …
Read More »What Does “Shippuden”(しっぷうでん) Mean In Japanese?
“Shippuden”(しっぷうでん) Meaning: Subtitle given to the second part of the TV anime series “Naruto.” Romaji: Shippuden Hiragana: しっぷうでん Katakana: シップウデン Kanji: 疾風伝 “Shippuden” is the subtitle given to the second part of the TV anime series “Naruto” to distinguish it from the first part, which takes place two and a half …
Read More »What Does “Naruto”(なると) Mean In Japanese?
Naruto (なると) Meaning:1: “Naruto” refers to a narrow strait where the tides create a large swirling sound as they come in and out. 2: A food made from groundfish. Romaji: Naruto Hiragana: なると Katakana: ナルト Kanji:鳴門 Naruto refers to a giant whirlpool that roars and swirls when the tide ebbs …
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