Slot Release Schedule for April 2026

 

◆Applicable Operation Dates◆

・RJTT / RJCC: 29MAR26 – 07MAY26

・RJAA: 29MAR26 – 02MAY26

・RJBB: 29MAR26 – 07MAY26

◆Monthly Application Deadline◆

・RJTT / RJCC: 10MAR26 0500Z (1400L)

・RJAA: 05MAR26 0500Z (1400L)

・RJBB: 10MAR26 0500Z (1400L)

◆Daily Application Starts at◆

・RJTT / RJCC: 19MAR26 0500Z (1400L)

・RJAA: 16MAR26 0500Z (1400L)

・RJBB: 19MAR26 0500Z (1400L)

(*L=JST)

*Slots for today through 28MAR2026 may be applied for on a daily basis for RJTT/RJCC.

*Slots for today through 28MAR2026 may be applied for on a daily basis for RJAA.

*Slots for today through 28MAR2026 may be applied for on a daily basis for RJBB.

LATEST TOPICS

 

Daini-button（The second button）

 

March is the graduation season in Japan.

As the cherry blossoms begin to bloom, schools are filled with smiles and happy tears.

 

Among the many celebrations, there is a lovely tradition that every student knows: the "Daini-button" (Second Button). On the day of the graduation ceremony, a girl might gather her courage to ask the boy she likes for the second button from his school jacket. Why the second one? It’s because that button is closest to the heart. It is said that receiving the button means you have "captured their heart." It is a tiny, sparkling moment of youth. We hope your March is bright and full of hope as the pink cherry blossom petals dance in the breeze. Let’s celebrate new beginnings!

 

Hina-no-Tsurushi-Kazari

 

As spring begins to bloom in Shizuoka Prefecture, the coastal town of Inatori is adorned with the beautiful tradition of the Hina-no-Tsurushi-Kazari Festival (Hina Doll Hanging).

 

To understand these ornaments, one must first know about Hinamatsuri (Doll’s Festival), celebrated on March 3rd. It is a day dedicated to praying for the health, happiness, and prosperity of young girls. Families traditionally display a set of elegant dolls representing the imperial court. The Hina-no-Tsurushi-Kazari Festival is a unique cultural treasure of Inatori, with a history stretching back to the late Edo period (1780~1850), having been carefully preserved for over a century.

 

Historically, during an era when grand doll sets were an unaffordable luxury for many, mothers and grandmothers lovingly hand-sewed small charms from leftover silk scraps so their daughters wouldn't miss out the event. These heartfelt creations were then hung from the ceiling, creating a vibrant display of maternal love. The Hina-no-Tsurushi-Kazari Festival is currently being held from January 20th to March 31st, 2026.