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WHILL Automated Driving Service in New Domestic Flight Area at Kansai International Airport

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 Introduction of a mobile service that everyone can easily use WHILL Automated Service has been officially introduced in the new domestic flight area of Kansai International Airport Terminal 1 building operated by Kansai Airport Corporation from October 26, 2022. The actualization of this service will follow the one at the HANED Airport, which has been in operation since 2020. As part of barrier-free measures, an electric wheelchair that automatically transports passengers to the desired boarding gate was introduced. This is the second case in Japan following Haneda Airport. With the renovation of the new domestic flight area at Kansai International Airport, they are making further efforts to provide universal services so that everyone, regardless of age or gender, can comfortably use airport facilities, and the introduction of the WHILL automated driving service is part of this effort. With this service, passengers can use automated personal mobility vehicles (one-person vehicles)...

2023 Kansai Airport "Passing Exam Prayer Oversized Ema" Wishes for Successful Examination ANA Support for Students Passing Exams

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 ANA's annual event: dedicating an ema (votive tablet) to Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine to pray for success on behalf of students preparing to take the entrance examination. ANA has installed a large ema (votive picture tablet) at Kansai International Airport Terminal 1 as part of a project to support students preparing for entrance exams. Many "wish cards" have already been hung on one side of the ema. Requests are dedicated to Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine. ANA will make a dedication to Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine on your behalf. (Scheduled for February) The idea to install these ema was conceived by ANA's Kyushu branch office, which first placed them at Fukuoka Airport in 1993, and they have since spread to airports nationwide. In addition to Haneda, ema (votive picture tablet) are installed at 18 airports (Shin-Chitose, Hakodate, Kushiro, Asahikawa, Memanbetsu, Wakkanai, Sendai, Shonai, Fukushima, Toyama, Chubu, Kobe, Kansai, Fukuoka, Nagasaki, Kagoshima, Naha) and in Kagoshima C...

January 2023 Use of Kansai Airport The current situation of Kansai Airport

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 The number of flights is still low, but the international terminal finally seems to be getting people back. The number of passengers still seems to be low, but there are still more people there than there were three years ago, for example. Kansai Airport announced on October 25 that the number of international passengers at Kansai International Airport in October was 300,000, approximately 14 times that of the same month last year. The number of foreign passengers increased sharply due to the easing of entry restrictions on the Covid-19. The number of domestic passengers at the three airports, Kansai, Osaka (Itami), and Kobe, also increased by 70% year-on-year to a total of 2.1 million, recovering to more than 90% of the number in October 2019, before the Covid. Currently, Kansai Airport is under renovation, and many tenants are closed here and there. When using Kansai Airport, you should be careful, especially since there are few restaurants open for business. This is the line to...

Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport First of its kind in Japan! Hometown Tax Payment Vending Machine" installed in the airport

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 Everyone can easily pay hometown taxes with a familiar vending machine. Izumisano City and Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport have installed a "Furusato Tax Payment Vending Machine" in the hotel lobby located in Kansai International Airport to make it easier for people to pay their hometown taxes on the spot. The vending machine will accept donations from December 23, 2022 (Fri.) at 11:00 a.m. The vending machine will return vouchers for accommodation and restaurant use at Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport, which is working to promote regional development and local attractions.  This will be the first time that vending machines have been installed in an airport in Japan, and the first time that vending machines have been installed in Osaka Prefecture. In the case of ordinary Furusato(hometown) tax payment, it is necessary to complete the procedures and obtain a ticket for lodging or restaurant use prior to visiting the area. However, by using this vending machine, you can pay your hometown...

Universal Studios Japan Jutsu Kaisen x Jaws Photo Opportunity

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 Now is the only time you can experience the collaboration of Jaws Photo and Jungle Warfare! Capture your fun memories at the park! How long will the collaboration between Universal Studios Japan and Jutsu Kaisen last? Many of you must be wondering. The planned event period is from September 16, 2022 (Friday) to July 2, 2023 (Sunday). Here is a collaboration only available now where you can have your photo taken with Jaws and the popular characters from the Jutsu Kaiten who are enjoying the park. This activity is recommended for those who want to leave a lasting memory of the Park. Sales location: Jow's Photo

Universal Studios Japan Pot Pie Set - Winter Only Menu!

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 Finnegan's Bar & Grill, New York area, featuring beef stew, pot pie, and more The image is that of an Irish pub in Brooklyn, New York, and the beer and cocktail menu is the most extensive reslan in USJ. Seafood pot pie set set 2,500 yen Western food at an Irish pub in Brooklyn. Universal Studios Japan is a theme park where you can also enjoy alcoholic beverages. Not only are alcoholic beverages sold at wagons and snack stands, but most restaurants in the park also offer alcoholic beverage menus! Also features a counter bar with seasonal highballs.

Universal studios japan black and white jade dog buns & churritos! Food Cart Menu for "Jutsu Kaisen"

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 Universal Studios Japan "Jutsu Kaisen" Food Cart Menu Universal Studios Japan and "Jutsu Kaisen", a popular anime series that has been a phenomenal hit around the world, will hold their "first" collaboration event! Original food inspired by the sorcerers in "Jutsu Kaisen" will be available only at the park! The event will be held for a limited time from September 16, 2022 (Friday), with a variety of attractions and programs that will allow you to experience the "power of magic" with your whole body! Period: Thursday, September 15, 2022 ~ Sales location: Jutaku Kaisen, food cart Top secret training! Torajo Churritos - Cola Flavor Price: 650 yen Representation of Torajo, who is at the mercy of his training in spell control! The decoration also features Tsukamoto, his partner in training. Come!!! Tamainu Man ~Meat Pizza Price: 700 yen The "Jade Dog (white/black)" summoned by Fushikuro through Tokusa no Kagebojutsu (ten kinds of ...