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To help travelers compress their luggage and free up space in their suitcases, Narita Airport will conduct a limited-time demonstration experiment of an "automatic clothing compressor" in the departure lobbies of Terminals 2 and 3 from January 13th to 15th, 2026. This compressor uses "Pocket Tips" technology to compress clothing to palm-sized size in about one minute. It is free and no reservation is required. It may be introduced as a permanent service even after the demonstration experiment. 　　　　　　　　　　　　　 Departmental Experiment DetailsPurpose: To solve the problem travelers face when their suitcases don't fit all the clothes they gain while traveling.Technology Used:...

  🍬 Okashi Sweets Museum Tempozan 　　　　 　　　　　　　 Overview The Okashi Museum (Sweets Museum) is an interactive facility located in Tempozan Marketplace, Osaka. It showcases the fascinating world of Japanese confectionery through: Candy Art : Incredible, life-like sculptures made entirely of candy. Sweet Dioramas: Large-scale models of famous Japanese landmarks made from various sweets. Retro Snack History: A nostalgic look at "Dagashi" (traditional Japanese cheap snacks) that have been loved for generations. Photo Spots: Plenty of colorful and "Instagrammable" areas perfect for family photos.                                ...

The end-of-year and New Year's period (Oshogatsu) is the most important cultural holiday in Japan, filled with unique and fascinating traditions that are different from Western countdown parties. Here are the key Japanese end-of-year events and traditions that foreign tourists can experience, categorized by type. 🇯🇵 Year-End & New Year's Events for Tourists 1. Traditional & Spiritual Countdown Events Unlike fireworks-heavy Western celebrations, New Year's in Japan is often a serene and reflective time centered around temples and shrines. 1.1. 🔔 Joya no Kane (除夜の鐘): The 108 Bell Rings What it is: A traditional Buddhist ceremony where temples ring their...

🎄 Recommended Japanese Christmas Events for Visitors Japan celebrates Christmas primarily as a romantic and commercial event, distinct from the religious holiday observed in many Western countries. The focus is on beautiful illuminations and festive markets. 1. ✨ Spectacular Winter Illuminations  These are the biggest draw and are usually free to view. They start in mid-to-late November and run through Christmas and into the New Year. Event / Area Location (Tokyo) Appeal to Tourists Midtown Christmas Tokyo Midtown, Roppongi Features a main "Starlight Garden" illumination with thousands of LEDs that often change color and pattern in time with music. It's...

Street kart tours you see in Tokyo, often featuring costumes that resemble characters from popular video games, are a massive draw for foreign tourists.   🏎️ Street Karting in Tokyo: The Real-Life Mario Experience                                                                       1. 📝 Overview of the Activity (概要) These street kart tours are offered by various private companies (though they are not affiliated with Nintendo or Mario Kart). They allow tourists to...