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Key Takeaways: Peach’s same-day round trips return for summer 2026, covering 23 domestic and international routes from ¥7,000. Sales run from noon on February 25 through July 14, for travel between April 7 and July 16. Book at least two days before departure — both legs must have seats at this fare, and no changes or cancellations are allowed. Peach Aviation Brings Back “Bullet Round Trip” Fares for Summer 2026 Peach Aviation (MM) has announced the continuation of its “Bullet Round Trip” fares for the summer 2026 schedule, covering 23 domestic and international routes with round-trip prices starting from just ¥7,000. These special fares are built for same-day return travel — a budget-friendly way to explore Japan and beyond in a single day. Sale at a Glance Travel Period: April 7 – July 16, 2026 (applicable days vary by route) Sale Period: From noon, Wednesday, February 25, 2026 through Tuesday, […]

Key Takeaways: ANA’s SUPER VALUE sale runs for one day on February 28, 2026, covering Golden Week travel between May 2 and 6. One-way economy fares from Tokyo Haneda start at ¥9,350 to Osaka Itami and ¥12,100 to Fukuoka or Naha. Seats are limited and Passenger Facility Charges apply separately. Sale Overview All Nippon Airways (ANA) is holding a limited-time ANA SUPER VALUE Sale on February 28, 2026, as part of its monthly “ANA ni Kyun!” campaign. This sale covers Golden Week travel from May 2 to 6, 2026, focusing on major domestic routes departing from and arriving at Tokyo Haneda. Featured Routes and Fares (One-Way, Economy) Tokyo (HND) ⇔ Osaka (ITM): from ¥9,350 Tokyo (HND) ⇔ Matsuyama: from ¥11,000 Tokyo (HND) ⇔ Sapporo (CTS): from ¥11,220 Tokyo (HND) ⇔ Fukuoka: from ¥12,100 Tokyo (HND) ⇔ Okinawa/Naha: from ¥12,100 Key Details and Notes Fares listed are minimum one-way economy prices

Key Takeaways: The MITSUI OCEAN SAKURA sails from Tokyo on November 23, 2026 for a 5-night, 6-day charter to Chichijima, a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site, returning to Yokohama. Fares run from ¥450,000 to ¥1,650,000 per person on double occupancy, and every passenger takes part in releasing green sea turtles off Ogasawara. HIS Offers Exclusive Ogasawara Cruise Aboard Mitsui Ocean Sakura Japanese travel agency H.I.S. (HIS) is offering an exclusive full-ship charter cruise aboard the MITSUI OCEAN SAKURA. The voyage departs on November 23, 2026 from Tokyo Port, visits Chichijima (Father Island) — a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site — and returns to Yokohama Port: a 5-night, 6-day journey into one of Japan’s most remote and pristine destinations. About the Mitsui Ocean Sakura Operated by Mitsui OSK Passenger Line (MOL Cruises), the Mitsui Ocean Sakura features the following specifications: Gross Tonnage: 32,477 GT Passenger Capacity: 458 guests Staterooms: 229 cabins

Key Takeaways: Jetstar Japan’s Luckiest Day Sale runs from noon on March 5 until 4:59 PM on March 9, 2026, covering 18 domestic and 7 international routes. Economy Starter one-way fares start at ¥777 domestically and ¥7,777 on Kansai–Taipei, with no fuel surcharge. Domestic travel is valid April 1 to June 30, international travel April 7 to July 30. Sale Overview Jetstar Japan (GK) is running its “Luckiest Day Sale” from noon on Thursday, March 5, 2026 through 4:59 PM on Monday, March 9, 2026. The promotion covers 18 domestic routes and 7 international routes, with Economy class (Starter) one-way fares starting from just ¥777. No fuel surcharge applies, making these fares even more attractive. Booking Window and Travel Period Booking period: March 5 (Thu), noon – March 9 (Mon), 4:59 PM JST Domestic travel: April 1 – June 30, 2026 International travel: April 7 – July 30, 2026 Routes

Key Takeaways: StarFlyer’s STARFRIDAY time sale runs from February 27 to March 5, 2026, offering STAR LIMITED one-way fares from ¥8,600 on Haneda–Kansai, Haneda–Kitakyushu and Chubu–Fukuoka. Travel is valid between March 29 and May 18, 2026. Seats are limited, payment must be completed on the booking day, and tickets are non-refundable. StarFlyer STARFRIDAY Time Sale Overview StarFlyer is launching its popular STARFRIDAY time sale from February 27 (Friday) to March 5 (Thursday), 2026. Available under the STAR LIMITED fare type, one-way tickets start from just ¥8,600 — a great opportunity for spring travel within Japan. Routes and Lowest One-Way Fares Tokyo/Haneda – Osaka/Kansai: from ¥8,600 one-way Tokyo/Haneda – Kitakyushu: from ¥8,600 one-way Nagoya/Chubu – Fukuoka: from ¥8,600 one-way Tokyo/Haneda – Yamaguchi Ube: from ¥9,600 one-way Tokyo/Haneda – Fukuoka: from ¥9,600 one-way Note: Passenger facility charges are not included and will be charged separately. Sale and Travel Dates Sale period: February

Key Takeaways: JR Tokai’s spring pass covers two consecutive days of unlimited rides on ordinary and rapid trains across its local network for ¥3,900 (¥1,900 for children), valid February 28 to April 6, 2026. Only EX Service shinkansen bookings with a destination between Atami and Maibara qualify, and limited express trains remain off-limits. You must collect the physical ticket at a JR Tokai window or a 5489 machine before travel. What Is the JR Tokai Spring Unlimited Pass? JR Tokai is launching a spring 2026 deal: the「JR東海☆春の乗り放題きっぷ」(JR Tokai Spring Unlimited Pass), offering unlimited rides on all ordinary and rapid trains across the JR Tokai local network for two consecutive days. Priced at just ¥3,900 for adults and ¥1,900 for children, it’s a fantastic value for exploring the Tokai region. Pass Details Eligible trains: All ordinary and rapid trains on JR Tokai local lines Price: Adults ¥3,900 / Children ¥1,900 Validity: