Renewal, novelty shape this year’s art and culture calendar

In 2026, two major museums reopen after renovations and two new cultural institutions open in Tokyo and several big exhibitions and art events take place around the country.

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After refraining from setting up a retail outlet for some 20 years, MUFG Bank will open a novel small branch to deal exclusively with individual customers in Tokyo's Minato Ward. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2025/09/10/companies/mufg-bank-new-retail-outlet-near-takanawa-gateway-station/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #business #companies #mufg #banks #takanawagateway #tokyo #osaka
MUFG Bank to open retail outlet for first time in 20 years

Staff at the new retail outlet will chiefly help customers open accounts or give them advice on asset investment.

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A new commercial complex will open in Tokyo’s Takanawa Gateway Station on Thursday, aiming to turn the area into a futuristic "city" featuring autonomous vehicles and a hub for global academic institutions and startups. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2025/03/26/takanawa-gateway-city/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #business #takanawagateway #takanawagatewaycity #jreast
JR's 'futuristic' Takanawa Gateway complex set to open in Tokyo

Takanawa Gateway City is a long-planned redevelopment project from JR East that integrates residential, commercial and cultural facilities.

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