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Yoyappin Launches Listings for 71 Rental Spaces from Aeon Culture Club

Yoyappin has begun listing 71 rental spaces operated by Aeon Culture Co., Ltd., enabling individuals… · 2026-07-16

~As a New Regional Hub Overlooking Suo-Oshima~ Completion of a New Station Building Adopting CLT Structure

JR West has completed the reconstruction of Obatake Station on the Sanyo Main Line. Incorporating th… · 2026-03-31

WESTER Members-Only 'Delicius' Insulated Cooler Bag Set Now Available for Limited Time — Perfect Gift for Summer Homecomings and Outings, Available at Train Stations

West Japan Railway Company, JR West Food Service Network, and Delicius Co., Ltd. are launching a lim… · 2026-07-14

“Tabi Bento Ekiben Nigiwai Shin-Kobe” to Reopen on Wednesday, July 15

JR West Food Service Network Co., Ltd. will reopen its “Tabi Bento Ekiben Nigiwai Shin-Kobe” store o… · 2026-07-13

Kyoto Railway Museum Celebrates 20th Anniversary of KiYa 141 Series DMU with Special Exhibition

The Kyoto Railway Museum is hosting a special exhibition to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the … · 2026-07-09

Kyoto Railway Museum Announces Commemorative Event for 10th Anniversary: Display and Test Run of Historic Steam Locomotive 'Yoshitsune'

To commemorate its 10th anniversary, the Kyoto Railway Museum will display and conduct a test run of… · 2026-07-09

Celebrating 10th Anniversary in 2026: 'Family Fun! Exciting Summer Vacation Special!' Event to Be Held

To commemorate its 10th anniversary in 2026, Manabino Tetsudokan in Tsuyama will host a special summ… · 2026-07-09

Fukui's Charm from the Station Nationwide: 'Station Staff-Inspired! Fukui Dialect Acrylic Keychain Capsule Toy' Launch

JR West Fukui Station and JR West Nippon Merchandising Co. launch an acrylic keychain capsule toy fe… · 2026-07-09

Summer and Autumn Events: Details Announced for "Oppyappee-style! How to Enjoy the Kyoto Railway Museum" and "A Glimpse of the Near Future" Exhibition

We are pleased to announce the details of "Oppyappee-style! How to Enjoy the Kyoto Railway Museum," … · 2026-06-29

JR Hiroshima Station Luggage Service "Crosta Hiroshima" to Relocate and Renew!

The luggage service facility "Crosta Hiroshima," currently operating inside Hiroshima Station, will … · 2026-06-29

Subway Museum 40th Anniversary × Kyoto Railway Museum 10th Anniversary Commemoration: "Chikahaku Memorial 40" Collaboration Event

Celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Subway Museum (Edogawa Ward, Tokyo) and the 10th anniversary o… · 2026-06-29

[JR-WEST VIAN INC.] [VIAN HOTELS 30th Anniversary Project Part 2] VIAN Hotels Official Character "Bui-ta" Debuts!

VIAN HOTELS, operated by JR-WEST VIAN INC. (Headquarters: Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture, President an… · 2026-06-30

JR WEST Parade Train's Collaborative Project with Osaka Philharmonic Transforms Travel Time into a Musical Experience ~A New Travel Experience Enjoyed Through In-Car Performances and QR Content~

West Japan Railway Company (Headquarters: Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture) and the Osaka Philharmonic A… · 2026-06-30

Kansai Koki Seibi Co., Ltd. Signs Official Partnership Agreement with Vissel Kobe!

Kansai Koki Seibi Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Amagasaki City, Hyogo Prefecture, President: Takashi Harun… · 2026-07-01

[JR West Nishinihon Daily Service Net Co., Ltd.] New Souvenir Spot Opens in Kyoto Station Underground Mall!

Opening Commemorative Campaign to Be Held! Store Exterior Image JR West Nishinihon Daily Service N… · 2026-07-02

Announcements for Events in August

For your summer vacation free research project! Summer Craft Workshop: "Let's Make a Semaphore Sign… · 2026-07-02

Let's Learn About Correct Traffic Rules and Manners: Traffic Safety Summer Fair at Kyoto Railway Museum

【Date】 July 28 (Tue) 【Time】 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM 【Location】 Main Building 1F "Vehicle Mechanics/Vehi… · 2026-07-02

TOMIX Original N-Gauge KiHa 40 (SAKUbi SAKUra) to Be Released on July 9, 2026

JR West Commerce & Promotion Co., Ltd. announced the release of a TOMIX original N-gauge model of th… · 2026-07-03

Mynavi All-Star Game 2026 Viewing Plans Now on Sale via tabiwa!

JR West's travel navigation service 'tabiwa by WESTER' is now selling Mynavi All-Star Game 2026 view… · 2026-07-03

Yoyappin Starts Listing 448 Regus Meeting Rooms

Yoyappin, a space and experience reservation service operated by Nishi-Nippon Railroad Co., Ltd. (JR… · 2026-07-06

Ceremony Held to Celebrate 100,000 Riders on the "New Sensation XR Bus WOW RIDE® Iko-ssa! Fukui-go"!

Celebration of 100,000 Riders We are pleased to announce that the "New Sensation XR Bus WOW RIDE® I… · 2026-07-06

JR West to Hold Osaka Loop Line Digital Trading Card Rally in Collaboration with Orix Buffaloes' Bs Orijime Day 2026

Nishi-Nippon Railway Company (JR West) will provide new experiential value in collaboration with Ori… · 2026-07-06

JR West Celebrates 20 Million EX Service Members with Point Giveaway Campaign

West Japan Railway Company announced the 'EX Service 20 Million Members Celebration Campaign' follow… · 2026-05-15

Popular Bakery 'Narutoya' to Open at JR Tsukamoto Station on May 19

The legendary Osaka bakery 'Narutoya' will open its new branch at JR Tsukamoto Station on May 19, 20… · 2026-05-15

~As a New Regional Hub Overlooking Suo-Oshima~ Completion of a New Station Building Adopting CLT Structure

JR West has completed the reconstruction of Obatake Station on the Sanyo Main Line. Incorporating th… · 2026-03-31

[JR-WEST VIAN] Renovation Work Completed at Via Inn Shinagawa Oimachi

Via Inn Shinagawa Oimachi by JR-WEST VIAN completes renovation. All rooms are now non-smoking with a… · 2026-03-31

WESTER App Significantly Enhanced!

JR West's 'WESTER' app now supports all Tokyo Metro stations, greatly improving its convenience. · 2026-03-30

Release of 'Bus & Rail Combo Pass Hiroshima ⇔ Shobara'

Bihoku Kotsu and JR West Japan will release the 'Bus & Rail Combo Pass Hiroshima ⇔ Shobara', a speci… · 2026-03-28

"Osaka Station City x Dramatic Riddle-Solving Game" Evolves Further for its 15th Anniversary! The Culmination of Three Years, New Work "Stories of Intersecting Cities (Mystery)" to be Held!

Osaka Station City is launching its 15th-anniversary celebration with a new dramatic riddle-solving … · 2026-04-06

Authentic Ekiben Shop Delivers Popular Ekiben Nationwide

The Japan Railway Station Bento Association established April 10th as "Ekiben Day" to preserve the c… · 2026-04-03

JR West to Release 2nd Series of 'Thank You 500 Series Shinkansen' Retirement Commemorative Goods

JR西日本商事將於2026年5月15日推出「謝謝500系新幹線」第二彈紀念商品，共計12款周邊以感謝其近30年的貢獻。 · 2026-05-12

Kansai's First 'GODZILLA STATION' Launches at JR Kyoto Station! Exclusive Items from CCPJAPAN and Other Major Brands Unveiled

CCP JAPAN Co., Ltd., a figure manufacturer, will launch 'GODZILLA STATION' at JR Kyoto Station from … · 2026-06-19

Travel Bento Festival: Ekiben Fair Comes to Okayama! June 20–28

JR Service Network Okayama, in collaboration with JR West Food Service Network, will host the 'Trave… · 2026-06-19

New Stainless Steel Business Card Holder 'Tetsuobi Shokunin' with Authentic Railway Vehicle Stripe Design: Yamaguchi Kizashi Edition Now Available

Kansai Koki Seibi Co., Ltd., a JR West Group company, has launched a new variant of its stainless st… · 2026-06-19

【JR West Fashion Goods Co., Ltd.】Popular Chinese Toy Brand "TOP TOY" Opens Limited-Time Pop-Up Shop at "Ekima-ru A La Mode JR Kyoto Station West Exit Store"!

Popular Chinese toy brand "TOP TOY" will open a limited-time pop-up shop at the special venue in fro… · 2026-04-09

Spring Art Event "PICTURE BOOK PARK" to be Held at Osaka Station City!

Osaka Station City will host the spring art event "PICTURE BOOK PARK" from April 29 to June 23, 2026… · 2026-04-10

JR West Daily Service Net Co., Ltd. x Creator "Kawaisouni!" Collaboration Products to be Released!

JR West Daily Service Net will launch Vol.1 of collaboration products with creator "Kawaisouni!" at … · 2026-04-14

[JR West Daily Service Net Co., Ltd.] A Complete Lineup of Kyoto Souvenirs! Souvenir Specialty Store 'Omiyage Kaido Kyo-Konomi Store' Opens in JR Kyoto Station's Kyoto Porta Underground Mall East Area!!

JR West Daily Service Net will open 'Omiyage Kaido Kyo-Konomi Store' in the Kyoto Porta underground … · 2026-04-15

Launch of "JNR Locomotive EF65 Night Photo Session in Shimonoseki Vol.2" - Bringing back the highly acclaimed event

JR West is hosting the second volume of its popular overnight event, allowing 25 participants to pho… · 2026-04-01

SL Yamaguchi Special Experience Tour - Visit the normally inaccessible backyard! -

JR West will hold a special experience tour allowing visitors to see the maintenance site of the pop… · 2026-04-01

[JR West Daily Service Net Co., Ltd.] 'Hibi Hitowa Brewery' Craft Beer 'Awa No.1 / SAISON' Now on Sale at HUB Eki Marche Osaka Ume-st Store!!

The silver-award-winning craft beer 'Awa No.1/SAISON' by JR West's 'Hibi Hitowa Brewery' is now excl… · 2026-04-03

[First Inside-Station Store] Crepe Robot Baked by Giraffe! Specialty Store 'Giraffe Crepe' Featuring Crispy and Chewy New Texture Opens at Eki Marche Osaka!

On April 23, 2026, 'Giraffe Crepe', a specialty shop known for its crispy and chewy dough, will open… · 2026-04-06

[First in Osaka City] (※1) Large-scale condominium project with 261 units, simultaneously acquiring 5 certifications (planned), newly announced in the redeveloping Awaji area

JR West Real Estate Development and Osaka Gas Urban Development have announced "J.GRAN City Awaji," … · 2026-04-10

【JR West Fashion Goods Co., Ltd.】Popular Chinese Toy Brand "TOP TOY" Opens Limited-Time Pop-Up Shop at "Ekima-ru A La Mode JR Kyoto Station West Exit Store"!

Popular Chinese toy brand "TOP TOY" will open a limited-time pop-up shop at the special venue in fro… · 2026-04-09

The 15th of Every Month is "WESTER Mall Day"! Get 5x WESTER Points on All Products, Including Local Gourmet from Across Japan!

JR West's official e-commerce site, "WESTER Mall," is celebrating its 2nd anniversary on April 15, 2… · 2026-04-10

"Osaka Station City x Dramatic Riddle-Solving Game" Evolves Further for its 15th Anniversary! The Culmination of Three Years, New Work "Stories of Intersecting Cities (Mystery)" to be Held!

Osaka Station City is launching its 15th-anniversary celebration with a new dramatic riddle-solving … · 2026-04-06

Authentic Ekiben Shop Delivers Popular Ekiben Nationwide

The Japan Railway Station Bento Association established April 10th as "Ekiben Day" to preserve the c… · 2026-04-03

Osaka Station City Celebrates 15th Anniversary with Participatory Photo Exhibition!

Osaka Station City marks its 15th anniversary on May 4, 2026. To commemorate this milestone, a parti… · 2026-06-15

Rihito Itagaki Makes First Appearance! JR West Launches New TV CM for 'WESTER Points' Starting Today

West Japan Railway Company (JR West) announces the launch of a new TV commercial featuring actor Rih… · 2026-06-15

[JR-WEST VIAN] VIA INN Brand Introduces Separate Pajamas

JR-WEST VIAN is introducing separate pajamas. · 2026-03-29

Taste and Explore the Seasonal Delights of the Three Hokuriku Prefectures with the 'Hokuriku Shun-atsume' Notebook

Launch of the 'Hokuriku Shun-atsume' (Seasonal Collection) notebook and stamp rally, designed to gui… · 2026-03-29

Taste and Explore the Seasonal Delights of the Three Hokuriku Prefectures with the 'Hokuriku Shun-atsume' Notebook

Launch of the 'Hokuriku Shun-atsume' (Seasonal Collection) notebook and stamp rally, designed to gui… · 2026-03-28

Release of the 'Bus & Rail Combi Pass Hiroshima ⇔ Shobara'

Bihoku Kotsu and JR West are launching the 'Bus & Rail Combi Pass Hiroshima ⇔ Shobara' with support … · 2026-03-28

JR Central Publishes Height Restriction Information to Prevent Vehicle Collisions at Railway-Road Intersections

To prevent vehicle collisions with railway bridges, JR Central will start providing height restricti… · 2026-05-22

JR West and Hachidori Solar Launch Japan's First Railway-Led Residential Solar Business

JR West and Hachidori Solar have officially launched their residential solar and battery service as … · 2026-05-25

Transport-Extended After-School Program Selected for Children and Families Agency Model Project

The 'Transport-Extended After-School' joint project by JR West and hab Inc. has been selected for th… · 2026-06-08

JR West Via Inn to Launch 'Kumamon Rooms' at VIA INN PRIME KUMAMOTO <HIBARI NO YU>!

JR West Via Inn will open two exclusive 'Kumamon Rooms' at its new hotel, VIA INN PRIME KUMAMOTO <HI… · 2026-05-19

“Hokuriku Shinkansen: Discover Secrets! Hakusan General Rolling Stock Center Tour by Chartered Deadhead Train” Released

West Japan Railway Company (JR West) is launching a special tour to the Hakusan General Rolling Stoc… · 2026-05-20

Launch of New Version of Image Recognition AI Solution 'mitococa Edge'

JR West, in co-creation with EIZO, launched a new version of the 'mitococa Edge' image recognition A… · 2026-05-21

JR Kyushu and JR West Launch 'More, More! Kumamoto' Tourism Campaign

JR Kyushu and JR West will launch an integrated tourism campaign starting July 2026, coinciding with… · 2026-05-26

Award-Winning Products from the 4th Setouchi Omiyage Grand Prix to be Released!

JR West and JR Shikoku Group will begin selling 14 award-winning products from the 4th Setouchi Omiy… · 2026-05-29

JR West and Legrand Launch 'Railcast Ads,' a New Ad Service Leveraging Rail and Weather Data

JR West and Legrand are set to launch 'Railcast Ads' in May 2026, a new advertising service that int… · 2026-05-26

Authentic Ekiben Shop Delivers Popular Ekiben Nationwide

The Japan Railway Station Bento Association established April 10th as "Ekiben Day" to preserve the c… · 2026-04-03

Hospitality Details for 'WEST EXPRESS Ginga' 2026 Kinan Course

JR West has announced the hospitality details for the 'WEST EXPRESS Ginga' Kinan Course, running fro… · 2026-05-19

JR Servicenet Kanazawa to Open Soup Stock Tokyo POP UP Store at Favore Toyama for a Limited Time!

JR Servicenet Kanazawa will launch a 'Soup Stock Tokyo' POP UP store at Favore Toyama from May 7 to … · 2026-04-28

JR PREMIUM SELECT SETOUCHI: Okayama-grown Hakuhou Peach Ice Bar to be Released Again This Year!

JR West Okayama Branch will release the 'Okayama-grown Hakuhou Peach Ice Bar' on May 26, 2026, as pa… · 2026-05-19

Notice of July Events at Kyoto Railway Museum

Information on July events at the Kyoto Railway Museum, including children's workshops, adult learni… · 2026-06-04

～View, Capture, Spread～ Fashion Cantata Week 2026 Opens

Kyoto Station Building Development Co., Ltd. and the Kyoto Chamber of Commerce and Industry will hos… · 2026-06-08

JR West Daily Service Net Opens Official 'JFA STORE' for Japan National Soccer Team at JR Osaka Station (June 5-21)

JR West Daily Service Net will open a pop-up 'JFA STORE' at JR Osaka Station from June 5 to 21. The … · 2026-05-26

Consultation Session for Ancestral Homes and Vacant Houses to be Held at Yao Station!

JR West Innovations is expanding its "Conovi" project, aimed at solving the vacant house problem, to… · 2026-05-13

Progressing in Reducing Gaps Between Platforms and Trains on the Osaka Loop Line

JR West has completed gap reduction work at major stations on the Osaka Loop Line and will launch an… · 2026-05-26

JR West Celebrates 20 Million EX Service Members with Point Giveaway Campaign

West Japan Railway Company announced the 'EX Service 20 Million Members Celebration Campaign' follow… · 2026-05-15

Osaka Station City Celebrates its 15th Anniversary on May 4th

Osaka Station City will celebrate its 15th anniversary on May 4, 2026, and is launching a campaign l… · 2026-04-10

[JR Service Net Kanazawa] Holding of the 5th Nationwide Popular Ekiben Festival

JR Service Net Kanazawa will hold the '5th Nationwide Popular Ekiben Festival' at 'Ekiben-dokoro Kan… · 2026-06-04

Exclusive on tabiwa! Special plan with Royal Blue seat tickets for the Kinoshita Circus Okayama performance

tabiwa travel is offering special travel packages that bundle Royal Blue seat tickets for the Kinosh… · 2026-05-29

JR West Group Offers 'Susami Station One-Day Station Master Experience' as Furusato Nozei Gift

Susami Town, JR West, and Nippon Travel Agency are offering a 2-day 'Susami Station One-Day Station … · 2026-06-04

Announcement of Tamada Gyokusai's 'Kyoto Gatari' Vol. 21: Kodan 'A Strange Tale of Sanjusangen-do - The Origin of the Healing Temple of Headache Mountain'

Kodan storyteller Tamada Gyokusai will present 'A Strange Tale of Sanjusangen-do,' a kodan performan… · 2026-06-11

[JR West Via Inn] 'Stop Work Award' Promotes Business Reform Through 732 Proposals

JR West Via Inn held the 'Stop Work Award,' an internal event to eliminate or review unnecessary tas… · 2026-06-04

Mobile Navigation App 'WESTER' Updates: Nearest Station Coupons Now Automatically Displayed

West Japan Railway Company (JR West) has updated its mobile navigation app 'WESTER', adding a new fe… · 2026-05-26

Stage Play 'Meilleure Soirée' Starring Yuki Koshika to be Held at Kyoto Theatre in October 2026

The stage play 'Meilleure Soirée: The Best Evening Performance' will be performed at the Kyoto Theat… · 2026-06-03

Announcement of Event Ambassador for Summer/Autumn Event "Oppa-ppy! How to Enjoy Kyoto Railway Museum"

The Kyoto Railway Museum will hold its Summer/Autumn event "Oppa-ppy! How to Enjoy Kyoto Railway Mus… · 2026-06-11

【JR West Daily Service Net Co., Ltd.】Kansai Debut! "Kinnikuman STATION" Held at JR Kyoto Station! Limited Edition Items from CCPJAPAN and Numerous Manufacturers to Appear!

CCPJAPAN Co., Ltd. will hold "Kinnikuman STATION" at JR Kyoto Station, selling limited edition merch… · 2026-06-12

General Voting Begins for 'Yura Starry Sky Photo Contest' Branding Project!

Yura Town and JR West Wakayama Branch will launch general voting for the 'Yura Starry Sky Photo Cont… · 2026-05-19

Kyoto Theater Holds First "Kids Kodanshi Introduction" Workshop for Elementary School Students

Kyoto Theater will hold its first experiential workshop for elementary school students, "Kids Kodans… · 2026-06-11

Conclusion of Cooperation Agreement with SNCF International

JR West and SNCF International, the international business arm of the French National Railway SNCF G… · 2026-06-02

Times Car x JR West Group Launch 'Times Car x WESTER ID Registration Campaign' Starting June 1

JR West Group and Times Mobility will launch the 'Times Car x WESTER ID Registration Campaign' from … · 2026-06-02

【JR West Fashion Goods Co., Ltd.】Popular Chinese Toy Brand "TOP TOY" Opens Limited-Time Pop-Up Shop at "Ekima-ru A La Mode JR Kyoto Station West Exit Store"!

Popular Chinese toy brand "TOP TOY" will open a limited-time pop-up shop at the special venue in fro… · 2026-04-09

Official 'My Hero Academia' x Japan National Soccer Team licensed merchandise to be sold at JR Kyoto Station!

Best Sky Co., Ltd. is launching licensed merchandise featuring 'My Hero Academia' characters in Japa… · 2026-06-02

JR West and NTA Launch 4th Noto Recovery Support Tour Featuring First Visit to Wajima Area

West Japan Railway Company (JR West) and Nippon Travel Agency (NTA) have announced the 4th installme… · 2026-06-02

New Space Experience Reservation Service 'Yoyappin' Launched!

JR West Japan and SPACEY Launch New Space Reservation Service 'Yoyappin'. · 2026-03-31

Sales Launch for 'WOW RIDE® Ikossa! Fukui' XR Bus: Oct 2026 - Mar 2027 Operation

Ticket sales have begun for the XR tourist bus connecting JR Fukui Station and the Dinosaur Museum f… · 2026-05-29

Launch of "JNR Locomotive EF65 Night Photo Session in Shimonoseki Vol.2" - Bringing back the highly acclaimed event

JR West is hosting the second volume of its popular overnight event, allowing 25 participants to pho… · 2026-04-01

Goto Rolling Stock Yard Roundhouse Tour Sales via 'tabiwa by WESTER'

JR West is selling tickets for a special tour of the roundhouse at the Goto Rolling Stock Yard via '… · 2026-05-28

WESTER Points and Exclusive Coupons! Yoyappin Official App Released!

The space booking service 'Yoyappin,' operated by JR West and Spacee, has released its official app … · 2026-05-28

Events at the Hiroshima Toyo Carp 'JR West Sponsored Game'

On June 5, 2026, the 'JR West Sponsored Game' will be held at Mazda Stadium featuring the Hiroshima … · 2026-05-28

Announcement of Special Summer Programs and Oct-Dec Schedule for Sightseeing Train 'Ametuchi'

The 'Ametuchi' sightseeing train celebrates its 8th anniversary with special events from July 4 to A… · 2026-05-28

Get 4% WESTER Point Rebate! Wesmo! Celebrates 1st Anniversary with a Grand Campaign Starting June 1st

JR West's payment app 'Wesmo!' celebrates its 1st anniversary with a 4% point rebate campaign and ex… · 2026-05-28

20% Bonus WESTER Point Campaign Announced! - Exclusive Exchange Offer for Hiroshima Bank 'Hirogin Points'

JR West and Hiroshima Bank are launching a campaign offering a 20% bonus when exchanging 'Hirogin Po… · 2026-05-27

[Tabelog Top 100] Popular Kyoto Bakery 'fiveran osaka coffee BASE' Opens at Eki Marche Osaka!

Kyoto's popular bakery 'fiveran' will open a new location, 'fiveran osaka coffee BASE,' at Eki March… · 2026-06-01

Certified as a Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism PPP Partner for the First Time

JR West has been certified as a PPP Partner by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and T… · 2026-06-01