This Lightweight, Anti-fog Snorkel Kit Is a ‘Great Size’ for Travel — and It’s Nearly 40% Off at Amazon

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Shoppers say it’s a “must-have” for your next beach vacation.

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If you’re an adventurous traveler, you’re likely looking forward to the wide array of activities that summer vacations have to offer. At the top of this list? Snorkeling. But especially in a post-Covid era when our awareness of health is at an all-time high, it’s certainly not preferable to rent a snorkel set that has already been used by travelers in the past. Plus, you don’t want to waste precious vacation time hunting down where you can purchase a snorkel set ahead of your beach day.

Once again, Amazon has come to the rescue with the perfect, packable solution: the Zeeporte Snorkel Set. Currently on sale for 39 percent off at Amazon, this lightweight kit will allow

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The 49ers will travel more miles than all but 1 team this season

The 49ers’ schedule isn’t out yet, but based on their opponents we can already determine that their travel schedule could be a rough one. A chart posted by ESPN’s Adam Schefter shows San Francisco is slated to travel 29,958 miles this season, which is the second-highest number in the NFL behind the Seahawks.

It’s not a huge shock that teams on the coast tend to travel more miles. For the 49ers though they have an unusually robust travel schedule this year thanks to the schedule rotation and their first-place finish in the NFC West last year.

Here’s a look at the full chart via Schefter:

On the 49ers’ schedule are the four NFC East teams, of which they’ll travel to Philadelphia and Washington. They also face the AFC North and travel to Cleveland and Pittsburgh. Thanks to their first-place finish they’ll also head to Minnesota (the NFC North winner) and

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Shoutenguide: Tokyo’s Best Shopping Streets

What department stores are for rich housewives, shoutengai (shopping streets) are for communities. Bustling hubs of activity, there are over 2,400 in Tokyo alone. Tokyo Weekends has visited many and picked our favorite retro shopping arcades and streets. Every shoutengai on our list has over 100 shops, making it worth a trip.

They all hark back to the good old days, when the Japanese economy was booming enough to put large, well-built signs and funky streetlights every couple of meters. Take Musashi Koyama Shopping Street Palm, for example: not only does it have a completely retractable roof, but it’s also twinned with an incredibly popular shopping arcade in Milan.

Nakano Sun Mall | Photo by Lisa Knight

Nakano Sun Mall: A Subculture Haven

The town of Nakano is a lively spot close to Shinjuku, thronging with people both during the day and at night. Known as a champion of subculture,

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Opinions | You Can Never Be Too Skinny in Japan

As far as I can remember, I would return to Japan from a foreign country and be hit with the same reverse culture shock: everyone here is so darn skinny.

Japanese people being quite thin is no secret, and it’s attributable to Japan’s healthy diet and lifestyle, as well as genetics. With balanced meals consisting of seasonal fish, meats and vegetables, and a habit of walking everywhere in the big cities, it makes Japanese people generally feel lighter than Westerners. What also looms large, though, is the sheer pressure to be thin in Japan. From the sly comments about weight to aesthetic salons in every corner of Tokyo, diet culture can be exhausting and harmful, especially for young women. So, what is the culture around dieting in Japan? And what harm does it cause?

The Skinny Truth

According to the 2019 Japanese National Health and Nutrition survey11.5% of Japanese

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These 7 Affordable Off-Path Destinations Are Perfect For Solo Travelers

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As travelers have become more prone to traveling alone, one of the benefits of taking a solo trip is having complete control of your itinerary.

If you want to go to more popular destinations, such as Paris, New York City, or Dubai, there’s nothing wrong with that. You will never be bored as they are popular for a reason with many attractions.

Some major cities can be too expensive. But, there are many wondrous off-the-beaten-path places that are worth exploring too, especially when you are on your own and on a budget.

Here are 7 affordable off-path destinations perfect for a solo trip:

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Puducherry, India

Why not visit a truly unique place with a blend of multiple cultures? Puducherry (or Pondicherry) is a beachside city away from the hustle and bustle of Mumbai and New Delhi.

French and Indian cultures are

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Power outage at Calgary airport results in travel delays, passenger frustration

Several flights headed out of Calgary’s international airport were delayed on Tuesday following a temporary power outage that started earlier that afternoon.

The Calgary Airport Authority said on social media around 2 pm that a temporary power interruption was affecting the baggage system and the International Terminal Building.

It was said later that “all flights” had been delayed and asked guests to coordinate with airlines regarding flight information.

A number of passengers took to social media, posting messages about the hold up, with some saying they were stuck in airplanes on the tarmac for hours.

“This is insane,” wrote Kamran Aslam on Twitter. “Does this airport not have emergency power backup generators and some sort of business continuity plan?”

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Cristina BanBan’s “Figura” Is an Expansion Into Abstraction

Cristina BanBan’s first ever exhibit in Japan, “Figura,” is a non-narrative exploration of form and freedom, reflecting her growth as an artist. Her paintings, though consistently spotlighting the female form, have historically been more narrative. In older pieces, her subjects lounge in plazas or sit in kitchens, their bodies voluptuous and their gazes thoughtful. However, BanBan insists on moving away from naturalism’s need to tell a story. This shift is clear in her newest piece “Figuras III,” which is on display at Perrotin Tokyo — along with other works — until mid-August.

Cristina BanBan, “Figuras III”, 2023. Oil, oil stick on linen. 200.7 x 160 cm | 79 x 63 inches. Photographer: John Berens. Courtesy of the artist and Perrotin

From Autobiographical Narratives to Abstract Aesthetics

A classically trained artist, BanBan’s oil paintings retain elements of realism in the faces, bodies and stances of her subjects. This exhibition shows her

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Tracing the Origins of Japanese Comics With Toba Sojo

Osamu Tezuka, author of such culture-defining works as Black Jack, Astro Boy and Kimba the White Lion, has more than earned his title of “Father of Manga.” But what about the medium’s grandfather and other ancestors? Well, the term “manga,” which loosely translates to “whimsical pictures,” was popularized by Hokusai Manga, a collection of sketches by Katsushika Hokusai, one of the greatest artists in Japanese history.

The comic book format of paintings accompanied by text to tell a coherent story had been pioneered earlier by mid-18th century kibyoshi (“yellow covers”) likes Edo Umare Uwaki no Kabayaki by Saint Kyoden. But go back further in time and you eventually come across Japan’s potentially-first manga and, following that, the person who started it all, right? Unfortunately, it’s a bit more complicated.

Panels from the first scroll of Choju-jinbutsu-gigaa monkey thief runs from animals with long sticks.

The Bishop of Toba

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Largest cruise ship’s first voyage

Largest cruise ship’s first voyage

The world’s largest cruise ship, Icon of the Seas, has officially sailed the ocean blue for the first time in preparation for its highly anticipated 2024 debut.

After completing the first round of European sea trials, Royal Caribbean’s newest – and its largest, the cruise line boasts – is one step closer to its January 27 inaugural voyage.

The ship has since made its return to the Meyer Turku shipyard in Finland, where more than 450 specialists are conducting tests on the main engines, bow, propellers, and noise and vibration levels in preparation for the ship’s second set of sea trials slated for later this year.

Largest cruise ship’s first voyage

What all can you do on an Icon of the Seas cruise?

Royal Caribbean's largest cruise ship, Icon of the Seas is one step closer to making its January 2024 debut.

Royal Caribbean designed the Icon of the Seas to give seafarers a chance to pick the best of perks from different kinds of vacations – resort getaway, beach escape, or theme park

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Shiroiya Hotel Leads the Revitalization Movement in Maebashi

Qthe story of Shiroiya Hotel started during the Edo period, when Maebashi was best known as a strategic castle town. When Japan opened its ports to foreign trade in the mid-19th century, Maebashi flourished as a leading manufacturer and exporter of silk. The city’s prosperity drew the exclusive clientele to the then-called Shiroiya Ryokan, including members of the former Imperial family, and influential artists such as novelist Ogai Mori. This continued until the 1970s, when Shiroiya Ryokan pivoted to the hospitality business.

In 2008, the establishment closed its doors, putting an end to its 300-year history. The landmark was to be completely torn down and possibly replaced by a condominium tower. Some community-minded youths reached out to Maebashi native and current CEO of Jins Holdings Hitoshi Tanaka to see if he could help. He decided to buy the ryokan with his own money — and without any hospitality experience.

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