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Discover Nature and Culture in Japan’s Tohoku: Family-Friendly Highlights A Perfect 5-Day, 4-Night Journey for Families
■ Family-Friendly Highlights
① Nebuta House Wa Rasse (Aomori Prefecture)
An interactive facility where visitors can experience the vibrant Nebuta Festival, which colors Aomori’s summer, all year round. Life-sized Nebuta floats are on permanent display, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the festival’s atmosphere. You can also join a craft workshop to make your own miniature Nebuta, creating a memorable keepsake together with your children.
Opening Hours: 9:00–18:00 (September–April)
Access (from Tokyo Station):
- Shin-Aomori Station: Approx. 3 hours by Tohoku Shinkansen
- Nebuta House Wa Rasse: 1 minute on foot from Aomori Station via the JR Ōu Main Line
②：Aquamarine Fukushima (Fukushima Prefecture)
An aquarium where visitors can experience the rich bounty of the Pacific Ocean. In the massive “Shiome Sea” tank, schools of Pacific saury and sardines swimming together create an overwhelming spectacle. At the 4,500 m² touch pool, one of the largest in the world, children can play barefoot in the water and interact with sea creatures such as starfish and sea cucumbers—sure to bring smiles and excitement to their faces.
Opening Hours: 9:00–17:30 (late March to late November)
Access (from Tokyo Station):
- Izumi Station: Approx. 2 hours 30 minutes by JR Jōban Line Hitachi or Tokiwa Limited Express
- From Izumi Station South Exit bus stop, take the Izumi–Onahama Line local bus
- Aquamarine Fukushima: Get off at Aeon Mall Iwaki Onahama bus stop, then approx. 5 minutes on foot
⓷：Kosaka Railway Rail Park (Akita Prefecture)
An interactive theme park that repurposes a former railway line. Visitors can ride actual trains, enjoy sightseeing trolleys running on the old tracks, try rail bikes that you pedal yourself, and even experience a simulator that lets you feel like a real train driver. It’s the perfect spot for children who love trains.
Opening Hours: 9:00–17:00 (※)
- Last entry: 16:30
- Closed: Every Wednesday (if Wednesday is a national holiday, closed the following Thursday)
- Rail bikes operate only on weekends and holidays
- Sightseeing trolleys operate every day except Tuesdays
For details, please check the website below:
https://stayakita.com/th/things-to-do/things-to-do-460
Access (from Tokyo Station):
- Morioka Station: Approx. 2 hours by Tohoku Shinkansen
- Towada-Minami Station: Approx. 2 hours by JR Hanawa Line
- From Towada-Minami Station, take the Shuhoku Bus bound for Kosaka
- Kosaka Railway Rail Park: Get off at Kosaka Elementary School bus stop, then approx. 2 minutes on foot
⓸：Iwate Safari Park (Iwate Prefecture)
A safari park where visitors can observe animals from around the world—such as lions, giraffes, and elephants—up close. Riding the safari bus to see these powerful animals creates an unforgettable experience for children.
Opening Hours: 9:30–17:00
Access (from Tokyo Station):
- Ichinoseki Station: Approx. 2 hours by Tohoku Shinkansen
- Hanaizumi Station: Approx. 15 minutes by JR Tohoku Main Line
- Iwate Safari Park: Approx. 20 minutes by taxi from Hanaizumi Station
⓹：Sendai Umino-Mori Aquarium (Miyagi Prefecture)
An aquarium themed around the “connection between the sea and people, and between water and people.” The massive main tank that recreates the seas of Tohoku and the dolphin and sea lion performance show are absolute highlights. The facility is full of exhibits that parents and children can enjoy together.
Opening Hours: 9:00–17:30
Access (from Tokyo Station):
- Sendai Station: Approx. 1 hour 30 minutes by Tohoku Shinkansen
- Get off at Nakano-Sakae Station via JR Senseki Line
- Sendai Umino-Mori Aquarium: Approx. 15 minutes on foot from Nakano-Sakae Station
■ Recommended Rail Pass for Traveling Around Tohoku
With the JR EAST PASS (Tohoku area), you can explore these tourist attractions freely and at great value. The JR EAST PASS (Tohoku area) is a rail pass designed for international travelers, perfect for touring and extended stays in Japan’s Tohoku region. Depending on the length of your trip, you can choose between a 5-day or 10-day pass.
During the validity period, you can enjoy unlimited rides in reserved ordinary car seats on Shinkansen and limited express trains within the designated areas of eastern Japan, including Tohoku. This makes family trips—where travel can be a big challenge, much more comfortable and affordable, ensuring an unforgettable journey.
For more details, please visit the official JR East website:
https://www.jreast.co.jp/th/multi/pass/eastpass_t.html
■ Family Travel Model Itinerary with the JR EAST PASS (Tohoku area) (5 Days, 4 Nights)
The Tohoku region covers a vast area, but with the JR EAST PASS (Tohoku area), you can ride reserved seats on Shinkansen and limited express trains as many times as you like, making it easy and worry-free to travel efficiently—even on a family trip.Here, we introduce a sample 5-day, 4-night itinerary using the 5-day JR EAST PASS (Tohoku area), designed to help families fully enjoy a grand tour of Tohoku.
Day 1: Tokyo → Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture
- Travel from Tokyo Station to Sendai Station in Miyagi via the Tohoku Shinkansen
- Morning: Enjoy the dolphin show and giant tanks at Sendai Umino-Mori Aquarium
- Afternoon: Explore Sendai city—have a gyūtan (grilled beef tongue) lunch and tour the city on the Loople Sendai sightseeing bus
- Overnight stay in Sendai
Day 2: Sendai, Miyagi → Iwate Prefecture
- Travel from Sendai Station to Ichinoseki Station by Tohoku Shinkansen
- Morning: From Ichinoseki, head to Iwate Safari Park to see lions, giraffes, and elephants up close, and experience the great outdoors as a family
- Afternoon: Travel from Ichinoseki to Morioka Station. In the evening, enjoy local specialties such as Morioka Reimen (cold noodles)
- Overnight stay in Morioka
Day 3: Morioka, Iwate → Aomori Prefecture
- Travel from Morioka Station to Shin-Aomori Station by Tohoku Shinkansen
- Morning: Visit Nebuta House Wa Rasse to experience the excitement of the Nebuta Festival and its massive floats
- Afternoon: Explore Aomori city and indulge in apple-themed sweets and local delicacies
- Overnight stay in Aomori
Day 4: Aomori Prefecture → Akita Prefecture
- Travel from Aomori Station to Ōdate Station by JR Ōu Main Line
- Continue from Ōdate Station to Towada-Minami Station via JR Hanawa Line
- Morning: Enjoy hands-on railway experiences at the Kosaka Railway Rail Park
- Afternoon: Travel to Akita city, go sightseeing, and savor kiritanpo (grilled rice skewers)
- Overnight stay in Akita
Day 5: Akita Prefecture → Fukushima Prefecture → Tokyo
- Travel from Akita Station to Sendai Station via the Akita Shinkansen
- Transfer to the JR Jōban Line Hitachi or Tokiwa Limited Express and head to Izumi Station
- Afternoon: Visit Aquamarine Fukushima, where children can explore the wonders of the ocean
- Return from Izumi Station to Tokyo Station by Limited Express Hitachi
The Tohoku region of Japan is full of attractions that children will love, from animals and aquariums to hands-on cultural experiences. This year, make unforgettable memories by setting out on a family trip to Tohoku.
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The Reality of the Raya Rush
The lead-up to Raya is a whirlwind of grocery runs, deep cleaning, and late nights in the kitchen. By the time the first open house begins, most women have already put in an incredible amount of effort for their families. The quiet moments in between are not just a break. They are earned.
XIXILI’s pajamas are made for those moments. Easy to move in, soft enough to wear through the night, and the kind of pieces that make coming home feel like something to look forward to. Designed to fit a wide range of body types, every woman can find something that feels as good as it looks.
“Raya is everything. The food, the family, the laughter. And at the end of it all, she deserves to rest just as well as she celebrated,” says Tara Tan, Marketing Director at XIXILI.
Comfort That Carries Through the Season
Raya may bring the occasion, but the shift happening in Malaysian wardrobes goes further than that. Women are increasingly treating sleepwear as a considered part of their self-care, not just something to change into before bed.
“We often talk about the joy of gathering, but we rarely talk about the exhaustion that comes with it,” Tara Tan adds. “Our goal for Raya 2026 is to ensure that when the last guest leaves, every woman has a high-quality piece of loungewear to retreat into. It is about honouring the work she does by giving her the rest she deserves.”
Quality loungewear for the wind-down, the slow morning, and every quiet moment in between has become one of the most considered purchases a woman makes this season.
Made to Be Worn, Not Just Owned
Good sleepwear should not sit tucked away at the back of a drawer. It should be the first thing she reaches for at the end of a long day, worn in and looked forward to. XIXILI’s range is built for exactly that, styles that settle naturally into her routine and carry her well beyond the festive season.
The full sleepwear collection is available online and at XIXILI boutiques nationwide. To shop the range, visit www.xixili-intimates.com.Hashtag: #XIXILI
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About XIXILI
A homegrown Malaysian brand, XIXILI offers beautiful fashion lingerie and shapewear in Malaysia that prioritises fit and comfort. With an extensive range of bra sizes from A to I and bands 65 to 110cm, XIXILI caters to women of all shapes and sizes. Expert fitters are dedicated to helping each customer find the perfect bra, boosting confidence and enhancing silhouettes.
XIXILI became the first Malaysian lingerie brand to introduce a Try-On in 3D avatar tool, allowing customers to virtually try on XIXILI lingerie using a 3D avatar tailored to their specific body type and measurements. Whether for everyday wear or something special, XIXILI ensures women always look and feel amazing.
Specifically, in addition to the existing incentives currently available, customers who switch from old gasoline vehicles to new VinFast electric vehicles during the program period will receive an additional 3% discount for cars and 5% discount for scooters. The program will be applied across all four markets: Vietnam, India, Indonesia, and the Philippines.
In line with VinFast’s pioneering spirit, GSM Green and Smart Mobility Joint Stock Company has also announced an immediate 10% reduction in fares for electric mobility services on the Xanh SM platform in Vietnam and Green SM in Indonesia from March 11 to March 31, 2026. This initiative offers customers a more environmentally-friendly and cost-effective transportation option.
The program may be extended depending on international developments and future fuel price movements.
Ms. Duong Thi Thu Trang, Deputy CEO of Global Sales, VinFast, stated: “The special ‘Trade Gas for Electric’ program launched in March across four key markets is VinFast’s timely response to geopolitical volatility that is affecting socio-economic conditions in many countries around the world. As one of the pioneering manufacturers leading the global electric vehicle revolution, VinFast together with companies in Vingroup’s green ecosystem aims to help reduce the impact of fuel prices on people’s daily lives while also lowering environmental pollution through smarter, more sustainable, and more cost-efficient mobility solutions.”
The special “Trade Gas for Electric” program will be implemented in parallel with and combined with other available incentive programs in each market. Through layered incentives, Vingroup and companies within its ecosystem aim to create favorable conditions for customers to transition quickly to electric vehicles, reduce dependence on gasoline, stabilize daily life, and contribute to building a cleaner and more civilized living environment.
Hashtag: #Vingroup
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Singapore University of Social Sciences Expands Regional Footprint in China with Launch of Success Academy in Chongqing
New Academy and Shenyang satellite office strengthen SUSS’ visibility and partnerships across Western and Northeast China.
CHONGQING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 March 2026 – The Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) today launched the SUSS Success Academy in Chongqing in collaboration with Raffles Young Academy (RYA) Pte Ltd and announced the establishment of a satellite office in Shenyang. Building on its Success Academies in Beijing and Shenzhen, the Academy strengthens SUSS’ presence in China and supports its growing engagement across Western and Northeast China.
The launch was commemorated with an opening ceremony at the CCI Gallery, attended by close to 70 guests from China and Singapore, including representatives from institutions of higher learning, and industry and community partners. The ceremony was presided by Vice-Consul (Political) Ms. Mavis Tan, Consulate-General of the Republic of Singapore, Chengdu and Mr. Li Xunfu, Deputy Director of Chongqing Municipal Commission of Commerce.
Success Academy to connect partners from Singapore and China
Anchored in SUSS’ commitment to lifelong learning and creating social impact, the Academy will serve as a key nexus for academic and industry partners from both countries. Through cross-cultural collaboration and practice-oriented learning, it also aims to develop future-ready talent equipped to contribute meaningfully to society and the economy.
RYA is an education and talent development organisation aimed at nurturing future-ready talent through industry-oriented learning and international exposure. RYA will bring its networks and local expertise to support and enhance the Academy’s initiatives.
Through the Academy, SUSS will provide opportunities for students from SUSS and other Singapore pre-tertiary and tertiary institutions to co-learn and co-innovate with peers in China. These include interdisciplinary global learning courses, impact startup and venture builder programmes, industry-based immersions and student exchanges. SUSS students will also gain regional exposure through internships and other workplace learning opportunities. In addition, the Academy will support SUSS in working with universities and organisations in China to jointly design and deliver industry-relevant courses and programmes for students and executives.
Extending engagement into Northeast China with Shenyang satellite office
To further deepen its engagement in Northeast China, SUSS will launch a satellite office in Shenyang on 11 March 2026 under the Success Academy in Chongqing. This office will support SUSS’ initiatives in Liaoning Province and surrounding areas, including Dalian. In addition, three Memoranda of Understanding (MOU) will be signed with the following organisations:
- Shenyang University of Chemical Technology (SYUCT): Collaborative development of a Master’s degree programme in Social Work, fostering cross-border knowledge exchange, curriculum innovation, and talent development to address evolving social service needs.
- North-East Institute of Population and Social Development: Joint research endeavours, professional development programmes, and meaningful academia-industry partnerships to generate evidence-based solutions, build capabilities, and promote active ageing ecosystems that benefit individuals and communities.
Professor Tan Tai Yong, President of SUSS, said, “China is an important partner for SUSS as we expand opportunities for our students and strengthen collaboration across Asia. The launch of the Success Academy in Chongqing allows us to work more closely with universities, industry and community partners in Western and Northeast China, and to deliver applied, practice-oriented education that responds to real-world needs. Our partnership with Raffles Young Academy reflects our shared commitment to developing future-ready talent and supporting professional growth across the region.”
Mr. Samuel Ng, Executive Chairman, RYA, said, “Our collaboration with the Singapore University of Social Sciences reflects a shared belief in applied, practice-oriented education and in preparing students and enterprises to navigate an increasingly complex and interconnected world. Chongqing’s strategic position as a gateway to Western China and a hub for industry and connectivity makes it an ideal location for immersive, industry-linked education. This partnership represents a long-term commitment to building enduring bridges between students and industry, between academia and practice, and between Singapore and China.”
The launch of the Success Academy in Chongqing is part of SUSS’ broader expansion across Asia. Since 2023, SUSS has established Success Academies in Beijing, Shenzhen, Ho Chi Minh City Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Jakarta, Manila and Mumbai.
For more information, visit www.suss.edu.sg/success-academy.
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