KURAYOSHI, Japan, Oct. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ —

Where Manga and Gastronomy Intertwine: A Timeless Stroll Through the Town of Kurayoshi
Kurayoshi City, known in Japan as “Kura-shi Yoshi”—literally “a town good for living”—is a quiet former castle town in Tottori Prefecture where the traditional white-walled storehouses still remain. Today, the world’s eyes are turning to this nostalgic town once again, thanks to A Distant Neighborhood, a manga masterpiece by the internationally acclaimed artist Jiro Taniguchi. To learn more about this unique program, Tourism Media Service spoke with the organizer.

The story of a middle-aged man who travels back in time to his boyhood in Kurayoshi captured the hearts of readers worldwide and was later adapted into a France–Belgium–Germany co-produced film in 2010, celebrated as “a masterpiece depicting the essence of Japanese nostalgia.”

Now, in 2025, Kurayoshi is once again poised to become a “distant neighborhood” for travelers around the world. On March 30, 2025, the Tottori Prefectural Museum of Art—the first large-scale cultural facility of its kind in the prefecture—will open its doors, marking the beginning of a new series of immersive cultural experiences throughout the city.

Three premium experiences will invite visitors to explore Kurayoshi through the world of A Distant Neighborhood:

1. A Walking Tour Experiencing the Manga “A Distant Neighborhood”
2. Jiro Taniguchi Reproduction Art Exhibition — A Special Night Where Anime and the Museum Intertwine
3. Gastronomy Hopping Experience Inspired by “A Distant Neighborhood”

Spoke with the organizers about this unique program.
This article introduces three new experiences in Kurayoshi—scheduled for November to December 2025—where visitors can immerse themselves in the world of Jiro Taniguchi and experience the fusion of manga, art, gastronomy, architecture, crafts, and nature.

1. Walking Tour: Experience the Manga A Distant Neighborhood

Kurayoshi’s historical streets—lined with white-walled storehouses, stone bridges along the Tamagawa River, the old Uomachi district, and Meiji-era public bathhouses—mirror the scenes that appear in Taniguchi’s manga.

Guided by individuals connected to the artist, participants will walk through the city while uncovering the layers of its history and culture. The experience feels like traveling through time itself. After the walk, guests may also join the evening program: the Special Night Exhibition at the Tottori Prefectural Museum of Art (separate registration required).

• Date: Sunday, December 7, 2025
• Price: ¥90,000 (tax included, per adult or child)
• Meeting Point: JR Kurayoshi Station South Exit (near Tourist Information Center)
• Time: 10:00 AM start (approx. 4 hours)
• Languages: Japanese / English / French
• Transportation: Chartered bus or taxi
• Minimum Participants: 2
• URL: https://www.mwt.co.jp/web-inbound/shinjuku/kurayoshi_guidedtour/

Feel the quiet atmosphere of Kurayoshi overlap with the air of the manga—like stepping right into one of its panels.

2. Jiro Taniguchi Reproduction Art Exhibition — A Special Night Where Anime and the Museum Intertwine

This exclusive evening program invites guests to enjoy a private viewing of Jiro Taniguchi’s reproduced artworks in a serene nighttime setting at the Tottori Prefectural Museum of Art.

With commentary by a professional curator, visitors can immerse themselves in the artist’s delicate brushwork and the interplay of light and shadow that define his style. A special dining experience will also be offered within the museum’s unique venue—an opportunity not available during regular hours.

• Date: Sunday, December 7, 2025
• Price: ¥15,000 (tax included, per adult or child)
• Venue: Tottori Prefectural Museum of Art
• Time: Meet at 5:45 PM (approx. 2 hours)
• Languages: Japanese / English / French (depending on participants)
• Minimum Participants: 10
• URL: https://www.mwt.co.jp/web-inbound/shinjuku/tottori_art_exhibition/

A world that opens only at night in Kurayoshi—perfect for art lovers and Taniguchi fans seeking to experience manga as fine art.

3. Gastronomy Hopping Experience Inspired by A Distant Neighborhood

This new “Gastronomy Hopping” experience allows visitors to enjoy Kurayoshi’s local cuisine and culture while exploring the town’s manga heritage.

Participants can purchase a ticket booklet that includes a guide to participating restaurants, each offering a special dish or drink crafted with local ingredients and inspired by Taniguchi’s work. By strolling from one venue to another, guests can savor the story of A Distant Neighborhood through taste, conversation, and atmosphere.

• Sales & Validity Period: November 1 – December 31, 2025
• Price: ¥6,000 (tax included, per adult or child)
• Ticket Sales Location: Coup! la Café (2571 Higashinakamachi, Kurayoshi, Tottori Prefecture)
• Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Closed: Thursdays
• Supported Languages: Japanese / English / French

This is a sensory “journey through time and flavor,” following the traces of A Distant Neighborhood and the 2010 film adaptation Quartier Lointain.

Inquiries

• Planning & Operation: Meitetsu World Travel, Inc. (Shinjuku Branch)
• Phone: +81-3-3343-0631
• Email: koichi.ito@mwt.co.jp
• Contact Person: Koichi Ito

SAN JOSE, Calif., Oct. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Reallusion introduces iClone Video Mocap, an AI motion capture service that turns ordinary videos into precise, editable 3D motions, right inside iClone. This new solution streamlines motion creation for filmmakers, game developers, and creators seeking natural, production-ready animation without the need for mocap hardware or costly subscriptions.

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By partnering with Quickmagic, Reallusion brings one of the most accurate and widely adopted AI mocap solutions on the market. With iClone Video Mocap, creators can instantly convert any video — whether it’s a YouTube clip, a movie scene, or even a quick phone recording — into precise, editable 3D motion data that is ready to apply to any 3D character. This is all made possible with Quickmagic’s advanced AI engine, which analyzes 2D footage, reconstructs 3D motion to deliver stable, lifelike animations.

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MILAN, Oct. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Enfinity Global, a leading renewable energy company, has signed an agreement with VW Kraftwerk GmbH, a subsidiary of the Volkswagen Group, for the supply of Guarantees of Origin (GOs) from its solar PV power plants in Italy.

The agreement provides for the purchase of approximately 40 GWh of GOs per year over the next ten years, for a total volume of 400 GWh, sourced from Enfinity’s renewable energy assets in Italy. The GOs supplied by Enfinity certify that an equivalent amount of electricity has been generated from renewable sources and fed into the grid, thereby making a tangible contribution to reducing CO₂ emissions associated with the life cycle of electric vehicles.

“We are honored to support the Volkswagen Group as it transitions its electric vehicle fleet to be carbon neutral and in advancing the transformation of mobility across Europe,” said Carlos Domenech, CEO of Enfinity Global. “Enfinity is committed to being a long-term sponsor of innovative and scalable energy solutions —from 24×7 PPAs to Guarantees of Origin— that bring value to our customers.”

“Guarantees of Origin are a transparent and effective tool to promote renewable energy adoption and accelerate the energy transition,” added Julio Fournier Fisas, General Manager for Europe at Enfinity Global. “This collaboration is a strong example of how cross-sector partnerships can generate measurable environmental impact and drive progress toward climate neutrality in Europe.”

Through this deal, Enfinity Global reaffirms its role as a strategic partner for global companies seeking to integrate renewable energy solutions into their business models, actively contributing to the decarbonization of industrial supply chains and to the construction of a low-carbon, more resilient energy future. GOs not only certify the renewable origin of energy but also serve as a key element for ESG traceability and reporting, in line with European regulations and sustainability standards.

With a global presence and a pipeline of 37 GW, Enfinity Global is one of the leading players in the sector, offering integrated energy solutions for the decarbonization of industrial activities and advancing a circular economy. Enfinity is active in Italy, with a growing portfolio of solar PV power plants and battery energy storage systems exceeding 8.6 GW, making a significant contribution to the country’s decarbonization goals and energy security.

• Spin-off positions Solstice to accelerate growth and unlock shareowner value as a leading pure-play specialty materials company
• Poised to benefit from strong and resilient secular trends across cooling, building solutions, advanced computing, energy, safety and healthcare
• Begins trading today on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol “SOLS”

MORRIS PLAINS, N.J., Oct. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Solstice Advanced Materials (NASDAQ: SOLS), a leading pure-play specialty materials company, today celebrates its first day as an independent, publicly traded company following the completion of its spin-off from Honeywell. Shares of Solstice will begin trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the ticker symbol “SOLS,” effective at the market opening.

With an advanced materials heritage of more than 130 years, Solstice is positioned to build on a track record of innovation and operational excellence. Solstice technologies enable high-performance solutions for critical global sectors, including HVAC/R, semiconductor manufacturing, data center thermal management, nuclear energy, defense and life sciences. The company launches with approximately 4,000 employees, 24 manufacturing sites and four R&D centers that serve more than 3,000 customers across 120 countries and territories.

“Today marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for Solstice,” said David Sewell, President and Chief Executive Officer of Solstice Advanced Materials. “Our independence positions us to capitalize on powerful secular trends shaping our industry – from regulatory-driven transitions in cooling and building solutions to the rapid proliferation of AI and advanced computing. With our differentiated technologies, unmatched customer partnerships, highly talented global workforce and experienced leadership team, we are ready to unleash our growth potential and unlock meaningful long-term value for our stakeholders.”

The spin-off was completed through the distribution of all shares of Solstice common stock. Each Honeywell shareowner of record as of the close of business on October 17, 2025, received one share of Solstice common stock for every four shares of Honeywell common stock held.

About Solstice Advanced Materials
Solstice Advanced Materials is a leading global specialty materials company that advances science for smarter outcomes. Solstice offers high-performance solutions that enable critical industries and applications, including refrigerants, semiconductor manufacturing, data center cooling, nuclear power, protective fibers, healthcare packaging and more. Solstice is recognized for developing next-generation materials through some of the industry’s most renowned brands such as Solstice^®, Genetron^®, Aclar^®, Spectra^®, Fluka™ and Hydranal™. Partnering with over 3,000 customers across more than 120 countries and territories and supported by a robust portfolio of over 5,700 patents, Solstice’s approximately 4,000 employees worldwide drive innovation in materials science. For more information, visit www.Solstice.com.

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