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FamilyMart Releases New Sock Collection Inspired By Japan’s 47 Prefectures

FamilyMart’s newest line of socks is giving people another reason to visit all of Japan’s 47 prefectures. The convenience store chain is turning 45 this month, and to celebrate, approximately 16,500 FamilyMart locations across Japan will roll out regionally-exclusive “47-Prefecture” limited-edition socks and stickers. The designs take inspiration from the prefectural flower along with other […]…

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Orihuela Launches Autumn Swimming and Fitness Courses

Orihuela Council’s Sports Department has announced a new programme of aquatic and fitness courses running from October to December at the Palacio del Agua and CDM Playas de Orihuela.

  • Orihuela Council introduces autumn swimming and fitness courses
  • Recharge Your Energy initiative runs Oct-Dec at Palacio del Agua and CDM Playas
  • Courses for pregnant women, infants, children, adults, and disabled individuals

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