Hankyu Travel International Co., Ltd. announced a collaboration with the Japanese rock band THE ALFEE, offering a day trip to Chichibu, the hometown of member Masaru Sakurai, starting May 27. THE ALFEE, consisting of Masaru Sakurai, Konosuke Sakazaki, and Toshihiko Takamizawa, has been touring nationwide since their debut. This is the third collaboration following the Chichibu Night Festival in December 2025 and the Kochi Yosakoi Festival in August 2026. To celebrate their 52nd anniversary on August 25, the tour will feature a chartered ride on Seibu Railway's '52 Seats of Happiness' train, rebranded as '52 Seats of Blessing.' The itinerary includes visiting temples during the special 12-year opening and a sake brewery tour, with special THE ALFEE-themed desserts served on board. The tour is priced at 45,000 yen, with two courses departing from Shinjuku Station.

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