Latest information from local tour professionals
Number of local posts5633
Destination coverage54
Number of travel partners129
Bounce launches a service to deliver travelers’ luggages fr…
Travel VoiceJapanese domestic travel consumption was up 9% in the Q3 of…
Travel VoiceA new tourist double-deck bus line in Kyoto City is opened …
Travel VoiceNomura Securities estimates that a rise in entry-visa fee t…
Travel VoiceHotel customer satisfaction ranking 2025 in Japan shows tha…
Travel VoiceHIS has received the almost same number of Japanese oversea…
Travel VoiceJTB CEO talks about the aim in acquiring the world's larges…
Travel VoiceJapanese outbound travelers were up 8.3% year on year to 1.…
Travel VoiceInternational arrivals in Japan reached record-high 3.9 mil…
Travel VoiceWorld Ski Award 2025 selects Nikko Style Niseko HANAZONO in…
Travel Voice
<Chanel fashion show on the New York subway>
New York's Subway is used by 6 million people a day.
Last night, a Chanel fashion show was held at the subway station.
(Please see the three photos below)
New Chanel brand ambassadors include hip-hop stars A$AP (Rihanna's husband) and Bon Jovi.
Many fashionable celebrities came to see it.
The show, with its unique ideas that are so typical of New York, became a hot topic.
At NY Subway, you're never surprised no matter what happens right in front of you.
Not to mention the wide variety of subway performers,
He dramatically proposed to a packed crowd of passengers.
They even held wedding ceremonies in the vehicles.
They start cooking on the train while it's moving and serve it to passengers.
Keanu Reeves was sitting next to me...
One of the charms of New York is that such unreality occurs in the subway, where it is most real.
Please come visit New York and experience some happy happenings⭐︎
Once you've decided to go to New York
Please join me on my Harlem tour, packed with information about New York.
https://www.veltra.com/…
◉YouTube channel KimikoHarlem
*X Instagram @KimikoHarlem
Blog https://ameblo.jp/harle…
<NYイルミネーション点灯式特集>
The season when New York shines at its brightest has arrived!
From the world's largest tree to the world's most luxurious illuminations
We will provide you with information that is unique to New York.
✨The world's most anticipated Rockefeller Center giant tree lighting ceremony, December 3rd (Wednesday), 7pm-10pm
Fifth Avenue 47th-48th Street Featuring Marc Anthony, New Edition, Halle Bailey, Gwen Stefani and many more
*The tree will remain lit until mid-January
✨A spectacular light show taking over the entire Saks Fifth Avenue luxury department store
November 24th to January 4th
Every day from 5pm to 11pm, repeats every 10 minutes. Directly opposite the Rockefeller Center.
It was suspended last year, but this year it's back in style! (See photos)
Check out the full video of the 2023 show here ↓
https://youtu.be/ULRb2h…
✨Bryant Park Lighting Ceremony 12/2 (Tue) 5:30pm-
The Winter Village (see previous post) is a vibrant holiday market surrounding an outdoor skating rink.
Lights up with ice skating show and songs by world-famous stars
✨Madison Square Park Tree Lighting Ceremony December 9th (Tue) 4:30-
✨Washington Square Park Tree Lighting Ceremony 12/11 (Thurs) 6pm-
*The above three will be lit until early January
✨✨And my favorite 5th Avenue snowflake is a star made of 16,000 Baccarat crystals⭐︎
The lights will be on in the air on 57th Street from November 21st.
You can watch them all for free anytime
Come enjoy the most dazzling holiday season in the world!
Please come visit me in NY⭐︎
Once you've decided to go to New York
Please join me on my Harlem tour, packed with information about New York.
https://www.veltra.com/…
◉YouTube channel KimikoHarlem
*X Instagram @KimikoHarlem
Blog https://ameblo.jp/harle…
<4 Exciting New York Holiday Markets>
The season when New York shines at its best has arrived!
For those who dream of spending Christmas in New York at least once
Introducing seasonal markets that will give you the perfect holiday mood
Columbus Circle, Central Park Southwest
Chocolates, jewelry, clothes, accessories by up-and-coming designers, and more make a great gift. Gingerbread, cakes, bratwurst, and more are also available, just like in a European market.
December 2nd (Tue) - December 31st (Wed)
Monday to Friday 11:00-20:00
Saturday and Sunday 10:00-20:00
*8th Ave. & 59th Streets
●A wide selection of products at approximately 185 stores in Union Square
In cold New York, there's a wide selection of hot soup and hot chocolate, including scarves, hats, gloves, soap, and candles. If you're lucky, you might even encounter Christmas carolers.
November 13th (Thu) - December 24th (Wed)
Monday to Friday 11:00-21:00
Sat 10am-8pm
Sun 11:00-
*14th Street
Bryant Park
"Winter Village" with over 200 boutique-style shops
There is also a wide selection of jewelry, ornaments, local foods such as pretzels, crepes, and churros, as well as hot drinks. The adjacent ice skating area is open until 10:00 PM (late night on weekends).
October 25th (Sat) - January 4th (Sun)
Daily 11am-8pm
*40th & 42nd Streets, 5th & 6th Aves.
The indoor market at Grand Central Terminal attracts up to 1,000,000 visitors daily.
11/10 (Monday) ~ 12/24 (Wednesday)
Monday to Saturday 10:00-19:00
Sunday 11am-6pm
*In Grand Central Terminal
Once you've decided to go to New York
Please join me on my Harlem tour, packed with information about New York.
https://www.veltra.com/…
◉YouTube channel KimikoHarlem
*X Instagram @KimikoHarlem
Blog https://ameblo.jp/harle…
<Hip Hop Museum finally opening next fall>
The birthplace of hip hop: South Bronx, New York
The opening was not scheduled to coincide with the 50th anniversary of hip-hop in 2023.
Since then, construction has not progressed much.
"Hip Hop Museum"
Fundraising Gala
October 2025: "On Wall Street, where the world's money gathers"
It was held on a grand scale
(Video on Instagram @KimikoHarlem)
East Coast Hip Hop leaders and wealthy business leaders gather together
Queen Latifah, Nas, Fat Joe, Doug E. Fresh, Slick Rick, Big Daddy Kane, Grandmaster Cazz, DJ Red Alert, etc.
Queens-born rapper NAS is as expected!
Donated 1 million (approximately 150 million yen)
Will this finally lead to the museum opening?
In the current announcement
Opening in fall 2026!
It seems that
I will also take you to the local area on my tour!
Stay tuned for further updates!
⚫️For more details, please see our blog
https://ameblo.jp/harle…
I❤️HIP HOP
Once you've decided to go to New York
Please join me on my Harlem tour, packed with information about New York.
https://www.veltra.com/…
◉YouTube channel KimikoHarlem
*X Instagram @KimikoHarlem
＜Starbucks x Hello Kitty collaboration begins＞
♥Not available in Japan, only available overseas♥
This winter
One more thing to enjoy in New York!
Starting November 6th at Starbucks in the US and Canada
"Starbucks x Hello Kitty" collaboration has begun!
The theme is "Together in Fun Forever"
Hello Kitty wearing a green Starbucks apron
The design is surrounded by coffee cups and beans.
It's packed with cuteness and playfulness.
Moreover, at this point in time, "no announcement has been made about the campaign being held in Japan."
A rare opportunity that can only be experienced locally!
The playful mugs, tumblers, bottles, stuffed toys, etc. are all likely to become collector's items.
The lineup you're interested in
●16 oz ceramic mug, about $33 ●Stainless steel cold cup, about $33 ●Acrylic cup, about $25 And many more
The highlight is the "Boxed Plush" Hello Kitty plush toy in a green apron, priced at about $35.
All of them are limited in quantity and are sure to sell out.
Because the items handled vary depending on the store
It would be fun to go around Starbucks in New York.
Starbucks, born in 1971
Hello Kitty was born in 1974
Brands loved by people of all ages and countries come together this holiday season ♥
This dream collaboration is a "fusion of cultures."
Hello Kitty is very popular in New York ♡
Check out the video of last year's hugely successful pop-up store at a luxury department store to see just how amazing it was!
https://youtube.com/sho…
Now, if you decide to go to New York
Please join me on my Harlem tour, packed with information about New York.
https://www.veltra.com/…
◉YouTube channel KimikoHarlem
*X Instagram @KimikoHarlem
Blog https://ameblo.jp/harle…
The season for beautiful sunrises over Hanauma Bay is fast approaching.
Share your happy morning before snorkeling with a Hawaiian Dream Club tour!
Hanauma Bay video https://youtu.be/FN39NP…
<You recreate Taylor Swift's proposal scene in New York!>
August 26, 2025: A happy shock to the world.
Taylor Swift engagement news♡
Surrounded by beautiful flowers,
Among the arches of flowers and greenery
Travis Kelce proposed to her
Taylor Swift is the happiest right now
A professional photographer will recreate that scene and take your photo!
and,
Another one-day pop-up, typical of New York
Thursday, September 4th, 3pm - 9pm
Appeared in Madison Square Park near 23rd Street in Manhattan!
This is a project unique to New York, where people can quickly turn a topic into a promotion and take action.
It's free so anyone can come.
In a call to
A woman who appeared alone,
With friends,
With pets,
As a couple,
A lot of New Yorkers came.
Proposing in America.
According to the survey,
73% outdoors;
Even now, 85% of people "get down on one knee" in front of her.
He takes out a ring and proposes marriage.
New York is a city that is fun to walk around in.
Plan your trip to New York and come experience all the excitement!
Now, if you decide to go to New York
Please join me on my Harlem tour, packed with information about New York.
https://www.veltra.com/…
◉YouTube channel KimikoHarlem
*X Instagram @KimikoHarlem
Blog https://ameblo.jp/harle…
<The world's largest event is coming to Brooklyn this weekend!>
Brooklyn's West Indian Day Parade is a major event that marks the end of summer vacation in New York!
Actually, this
It all started in Harlem in the 1920s, about 100 years ago.
The biggest attraction of the parade
A flashy feather costume climbs the grand staircase at Takarazuka
Upbeat Caribbean music such as reggae, soca, and calypso
And street food
Especially when served by the locals who are the original owners.
Jamaican jerk chicken
Trinidad and Tobago's roti and doubles are delicious!
<West Indian American Day Parade>
2025: Monday, September 1st, 10am-6pm
Eastern Parkway
*Pre-parade Party 6am-
For more details click here↓
https://ameblo.jp/harle…
Once you've decided to go to New York
Please join me on my Harlem tour, packed with information about New York.
https://www.veltra.com/…
◉YouTube channel KimikoHarlem
*X Instagram @KimikoHarlem
Blog https://ameblo.jp/harle…
<New York, the city where you can meet celebrities>
Recently, there has been a lot of buzz among New Yorkers on social media.
I came across the filming location of "The Devil Wears Prada 2"!
This is the post.
It has been popular for about 20 years since its release in 2006.
The film "The Devil Wears Prada" is set in New York and stars Anne Hathaway and Meryl Streep.
The sequel, "The Devil Wears Prada 2," will finally be released in the US in May of next year.
There are film crews all over New York right now.
Filming is currently underway, watched and praised by a large audience.
Just the other day, I came across a photo shoot on New York's 5th Avenue, where brands from around the world gather.
The crowd, watching quietly with their smartphones in hand, also shouted "Cut!"
With this signal, the crowd erupted in cheers.
I saw the celebrities who were back to their normal selves, smiling, waving, and doing things.
People are increasingly looking forward to the film's release next year, and it is becoming a hot topic of conversation.
This time, it seems to have appeared in Brooklyn as well.
The places and shops used in the film are likely to become tourist attractions again.
Film production is a major source of revenue for New York City.
There are many different types of filming happening in various locations, both big and small.
You'll encounter this quite often when you come to New York.
If you see a bunch of big white trucks parked there, that's the landmark⭐︎
Why not plan a trip to New York to follow the filming?
You can also enjoy visiting the filming locations of popular movies.
*The release of "The Devil Wears Prada 2" in Japan has not yet been officially announced.
About six months after its release in the US,
It is said that it will be around autumn 2026.
So, if you've decided to go to NY, be sure to check out Kimiko's Harlem tour, which is packed with information about NY.
https://www.veltra.com/…
◉YouTube channel KimikoHarlem
*X Instagram @KimikoHarlem
Blog https://ameblo.jp/harle…
[Limited-time tour from August to October!]
In the historical and atmospheric town of Dadaocheng, we visited Sin Fang Chun Tea Company, which has been designated a city historical building (historic site).
In this retro and relaxing space, you can enjoy a special lion dance performance and Taiwanese sweets tasting, available only on this day.
Enjoy a luxurious moment of culture and flavor.
Pray for love at the Xiahai Chenghuang Temple, the god of matchmaking, and then take a leisurely stroll around Dihua Street.
Afterwards, you can experience the sky lantern raising experience in Jūbīn. Enjoy the moving moment when the sky lanterns filled with wishes soar into the night sky.
At night, you can enjoy the fantastic cityscape and night view of Jiufen lit by red lanterns.
★Dates: 2025/8/10 (Sun), 8/11 (Mon), 9/14 (Sun), 9/15 (Mon), 9/21 (Sun), 9/22 (Mon), 9/23 (Tue), 10/11 (Sat), 10/12 (Sun)
Reservations are still being accepted for August 10th (Sun) and August 11th (Mon)! (As of 8/8 15:00)
Learn more👇️
https://www.veltra.com/…
<NYにマンマ・ミーア！が戻って来る>
One of the joys of New York is, of course, Broadway musicals.
The theater district in the middle of Times Square is lined with glittering signs.
Popular musicals are performed live every day.
At the heart of the theater district, Winter Garden
that
ABBA's hit song "Mamma Mia!", which was made into a movie starring Meryl Streep,
It will be coming back for a limited period of six months starting from August 2nd.
It started in London in 1999,
Broadway debut in New York in 2001
A hugely popular happy musical that has been performed 5,773 times.
After the Hollywood actor George Clooney's "Good Night, and Good Luck" hit the Winter Garden,
Mamma Mia! is finally coming home!
Lighting, costumes, sets, music, actors...
Broadway musicals bring together the world's best in all fields, so no matter which show you watch, you'll be moved to tears!
If you come to New York, be sure to enjoy a Broadway musical to your heart's content.
● You can check out the synopsis of various films and get discounted tickets on the VELTRA official website here: https://www.veltra.com/…
Once you've decided to go to NY
Please join me on my Harlem tour packed with information about NY.
https://www.veltra.com/…
◉YouTube channel KimikoHarlem
*X Instagram @KimikoHarlem
Blog https://ameblo.jp/harle…
[Summer Limited Time Only ☀ Palace Museum Tour in Hanfu and Chinese Dress]
In 2025, the Palace Museum will celebrate its 100th anniversary. Its history of preserving 5,000 years of Chinese history and art is truly a treasure trove of Oriental culture. Enjoy a beautiful, unique, and memorable trip to Taiwan with a special experience that is only available now, along with traditional culture. Recommended for solo travelers, friends, or mother-daughter trips!
The main points of this tour are: Enjoy freedom! Enjoy elegant time with art with admission ticket and audio guide to the Palace Museum. Enjoy free viewing of the Palace Museum, one of the four major museums in the world. It is home to precious Chinese art treasures such as the world-famous "Jadeite Cabbage" and "Meat-shaped Stone".
・Experience the long-awaited Hanfu and Qipao (Chinese dress) Dress yourself in traditional clothing and become the protagonist of a historical drama! Our expert staff will help you choose your outfit. You can also enjoy taking memorable photos.
After the tour, enjoy Taiwanese summer with sweets and miscellaneous goods at Yongkang Street
Learn more👇️
https://www.veltra.com/…
9/27 (Sat), 9/28 (Sun), 9/29 (Sun) Limited event held twice each day: [Morning departure] 9:30 [Afternoon departure] 13:00
Each session is limited to 40 people.
