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Shabuyo will hold its “Early Summer Beef Tongue Fair” for a limited time starting May 14, 2026. The popular all-you-can-eat beef tongue offering, which served approximately 6.71 million plates last year, returns with an all-lemon lineup, and a new “beef tail broth” will also be available.
ドクターエア’s scalp-care product “EMS Scalp Spa” received an A+ rating in the head massager category of the March 2026 issue of LDK magazine. Its innovation was recognized as a lightweight, high-performance scalp-care device.
Companies mentioned：ドクターエア、株式会社晋遊舎
King Jim raised its men’s childcare leave uptake rate to 120% and received “Platinum Kurumin” certification from the Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare as a company providing outstanding childcare support. The recognition reflects its efforts to help employees balance work and childcare, offer flexible work arrangements, and increase the proportion of women in management.
Tsukishima Monja Okoge, popular in Tsukishima, Tokyo, will open its first location in Nagasaki Prefecture at 長崎スタジアムシティ in late June 2026. Featuring fresh seafood delivered directly from Toyosu Market and its own homemade monja broth, the restaurant serves authentic monjayaki prepared by staff right in front of customers, making it a great choice for a variety of occasions.
Companies mentioned：長崎スタジアムシティ、SoftBank
DEAN & DELUCA will launch two sizes of reversible tote bags in limited quantities starting May 12. Designed to coordinate with daily outfits and suit different occasions, the S size is ideal for everyday use, while the L size offers ample storage and comes with a shoulder strap. The bags are designed to enrich your lifestyle.
Morinaga & Co. will launch “Mamire <Caramelic Pudding>,” featuring a luscious sauce that does not freeze even when frozen, for a limited time starting May 18. Developed over approximately 4 years, the product has 3 layers: custard ice cream, white chocolate, and caramel sauce. It is presented as an “experiential ice cream” that lets customers enjoy changing flavors and textures with every bite.
Companies mentioned：森永製菓株式会社
Morinaga & Co. will launch “Hard-Baked Ottotto,” a product for adults featuring a firm texture and cheese and black pepper flavor, for a limited time starting May 19. Made using a non-fried process, the new product is primarily aimed at working adults and is ideal for relaxing after work or enjoying as a snack with drinks.
Asahi Broadcasting Television, Shobunsha Holdings, and Shobunsha have signed a basic agreement on regional revitalization projects. The companies will leverage their media platforms and reach to uncover local history and culture and share it nationwide through joint initiatives.
Companies mentioned：株式会社昭文社ホールディングス、株式会社昭文社、朝日放送テレビ株式会社、株式会社ABCアーク社
Sansan株式会社’s business card management service “Eight Team” has surpassed 6,000 contracts and is accelerating its regional expansion through partnerships with regional banks and other partners. A commemorative campaign is also underway.
Companies mentioned：Sansan株式会社
Originalブラザー工業が名古屋市港区に新倉庫「港第２倉庫」を完成させ、5月7日より稼働を開始しました。総事業費約50億円、延べ床面積約16,000㎡の3階建てで、ブラザーロジテックの本社機能も移管し、BCP対策や環境負荷低減にも貢献します。
Companies mentioned：ブラザー工業株式会社、ブラザーロジテック株式会社
Seven-Eleven Japan will roll out its “Kansha Mori” campaign nationwide in stages, starting May 12 and 19, offering 12 popular products with at least 50% more product as part of its founding anniversary celebration. Prices will remain unchanged, and eligible products span a range of categories, including rice balls, bento meals, noodles, bread, and sweets.
Companies mentioned：株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン、中華蕎麦とみ田
埼玉県 and eiicon have opened applications for companies to participate in the 2026 “Canvas” open innovation program. The program promotes collaboration between companies in Saitama Prefecture and companies nationwide, and supports the creation of new businesses.
Companies mentioned：株式会社eiicon、埼玉県、JOIRA、株式会社協同商事、株式会社ビオック
From カネボウ化粧品’s counseling brand “TWANY” comes “Twany and Me Aqua Jure Hug,” a medicated cream from its “TWANY&me” femcare line formulated specifically to help prevent recurring acne. It launches on May 9, 2026. It contains active ingredients to help prevent acne and skin irritation, and the company has also launched “Yell Me,” a femcare platform centered on empathy.
Companies mentioned：カネボウ化粧品、TWANY、My Kao
Swissôtel Nankai Osaka will host the “Summer Sui Gin & Beer Garden” at its retro Number 10 bar on the 10th floor from June 3 to August 30, 2026. Guests can enjoy free-flow drinks featuring popular Japanese gin Sui, along with authentic grilled dishes.
Bandai’s cosmetics brand “CreerBeaute” will begin rolling out 6 new designs of its 3D nail accessories “Kyaraneil Parts” nationwide starting September 21, 2026. Popular characters such as Rilakkuma and Sebonstar are recreated with intricate detail, making it easy to enjoy nail art.
Companies mentioned：株式会社バンダイ、株式会社サンリオ、バンダイナムコ Cross Store、ファミリーマート、株式会社カバヤ食品
Originalインターネット総合ショッピングモール「Qoo10」が、2026年8月3日に東京ドームで開催されるプロ野球公式戦「オリックス・バファローズ vs. 楽天イーグルス」の観戦チケットを初めて販売します。全座席の約10%を取り扱い、「SS指定席」を独占販売し、ユニフォーム付きチケットを提供することで、新たな顧客体験を創出します。
Companies mentioned：eBay Japan合同会社、オリックス・バファローズ、楽天イーグルス、SAMTY
株式会社ビームス’ brand 〈HAPPY OUTSIDE BEAMS〉 and the world’s No. 1 Scotch whisky brand ジョニーウォーカー will hold the experiential event “JOHNNIE WALKER BLONDE presents MAGIC HOUR CLUB” at Tokyu Plaza Harajuku “Harakado.” With the magic hour at dusk as its theme, the event proposes a new way to enjoy the outdoors in the city while sampling the new “Johnnie Walker Blonde.”
Companies mentioned：株式会社ビームス、ジョニーウォーカー
Nakau, known for rice bowls and Kyoto-style udon, will begin selling its Marinated Salmon Rice Bowl, generously made with rich, fatty Atlantic salmon, at 446 locations nationwide from May 13. A special marinade brings out the salmon’s flavor. Nakau will also offer Salt Sauce Onion Salmon Rice Bowl and Salmon Yukhoe Rice Bowl, expanding its range of salmon bowls.
Companies mentioned：株式会社なか卯
New products jointly developed by Afternoon Tea and FamilyMart, “Afternoon Tea-supervised Famimaru Brown Sugar Royal Milk Tea” and “Afternoon Tea-supervised Famimaru White Peach-Scented Rooibos Tea,” will go on sale at FamilyMart locations nationwide. The latest additions to a popular series with cumulative sales exceeding 400 million bottles, the Brown Sugar Royal Milk Tea uses 1.3 times the Assam tea leaves, while the White Peach Rooibos Tea is caffeine-free.
Companies mentioned：アイビーカンパニー株式会社、株式会社ファミリーマート、Afternoon Tea TEAROOM
Originalかっぱ寿司は、50年以上の歴史を持つイタリア式食堂「イルキャンティ」とコラボし、看板メニュー「真夜中のスパゲティ」をアレンジしたスープパスタ2種と、オリジナルドレッシングを使用したサラダ2種を期間限定で販売します。この取り組みは、顧客に新たな食体験を提供し、ブランド価値向上を目指すものです。
Companies mentioned：かっぱ寿司、カッパ・クリエイト㈱、コロワイドグループ、イタリア式食堂 イルキャンティ、iL-CHIANTI
Original株式会社河出書房新社は、歌人・岡野大嗣とイラストレーター・安福望によるコラボレーション作品『ユニバーサリー・アニバーサリー』を2026年4月28日に発売しました。SNSで話題の作品や新作短編・イラストを含む全82作品を収録し、初回限定特典や原画展も開催されます。
Companies mentioned：株式会社河出書房新社、三省堂書店神田神保町本店
Shiga Prefecture and the hometown tax donation website Satofull will begin accepting “PayPay Gift Certificates” as a hometown tax donation reward at “Koko Shiga,” Shiga Prefecture’s information center in Nihonbashi, Tokyo, from May 7, 2026. The initiative aims to make it easier for residents of the Tokyo metropolitan area to experience Shiga Prefecture’s attractions through hometown tax donations and revitalize the local economy.
Companies mentioned：株式会社さとふる、PayPay
Odakyu Electric Railway and Kanachu Taxi will launch the digital ticket “Sake Brewery Tour in Kanagawa” on May 11, 2026, offering visits to sake breweries along the Odakyu Line and local attractions. The 6 itineraries take visitors to up to 4 breweries and sightseeing spots by chartered taxi, addressing access challenges while promoting the appeal of sake culture in Japan and abroad.
Companies mentioned：神奈中タクシー株式会社、清水酒造、久保田酒造、泉橋酒造、熊澤酒造、黄金井酒造、大矢孝酒造、川西屋酒造店、中沢酒造、井上酒造、石井醸造、吉川醸造、金井酒造店
Original株式会社プレナスが運営する定食レストラン「やよい軒」は、新商品「アカモクねばとろ定食」の発売を記念し、公式XとInstagramでキャンペーンを実施します。Xでは食事券、Instagramではロゴスのアームチェアが抽選で当たります。
Companies mentioned：株式会社プレナス、ロゴス、出前館、Uber Eats
Original「ほっともっと」は新商品『麻辣湯弁当』と『ガパオライス』シリーズの発売を記念し、公式XとInstagramでプレゼントキャンペーンを実施します。期間は5月8日から5月19日までで、電子マネーやソニーのヘッドフォンが当たります。
Companies mentioned：株式会社プレナス、ソニー
Nitori launched its rechargeable “compact box fan,” which can be attached to a waist belt or bag, in select stores and on Nitori’s website in late April 2026. Its lightweight design allows hands-free use, helping users stay cool during outdoor summer activities and in everyday life.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ニトリ
Original株式会社ダイドーフォワードは、主力ブランド「NEWYORKER Men」の2026 Summer COLLECTION特集コンテンツを自社通販サイトで公開しました。新作アイテムの紹介と、会員プログラム『NY.CLUB』、ブランドの歴史とこだわりを伝えています。
Companies mentioned：株式会社ダイドーフォワード、NEWYORKER
MoMA Design Store will hold a pop-up store featuring me ISSEY MIYAKE’s exclusive “NEON POP” series for a limited time at its Omotesando, Shinsaibashi and Fukuoka locations. Focused on neon colors, the series will be available from May 15 to May 31, 2026, in a bright, lively setting.
Companies mentioned：MoMA Design Store、me ISSEY MIYAKE、ニューヨーク近代美術館（MoMA）
南紀白浜マリオットホテル will begin serving “Arakawa Peach Afternoon Tea,” generously made with Arakawa peaches from Wakayama Prefecture, in the hotel’s first-floor lounge from June 1 to August 31, 2026. This special summer-only afternoon tea features peach-themed sweets and savory dishes, along with organic tea.
Companies mentioned：南紀白浜マリオットホテル、マリオット・ホテル、マリオット・インターナショナル、Art of Tea
CODE A, a brand of World Co., Ltd., will unveil its 2026 Summer Collection on its official website from May 7. The collection features mostly monochrome designs incorporating frills and ribbons, along with mixed styles featuring the new brand PROTAGONISTA. A pop-up will also be held at Nagoya Lachic.
Companies mentioned：PROTAGONISTA
Original国際音楽・ダンス・エンタテイメント専門学校で、エイベックスの音楽プロデューサー油井誠志氏が特別授業を実施。AI時代の音楽業界における「音楽×α」の可能性と、クリエイターに必要な「人間の価値」について約200名の学生が学びました。
Companies mentioned：エイベックス・ミュージック・クリエイティヴ株式会社、NSGグループ、国際音楽・ダンス・エンタテイメント専門学校
Sheraton Miyako Hotel Osaka will sell its Father’s Day-exclusive “Father’s Day Cake with Flowing Mango and Grapefruit” at Cafe Bell, its cafe and gourmet shop, from June 12 to 21, 2026. The photogenic decorated cake combines rich mango with refreshing grapefruit.
Companies mentioned：株式会社近鉄・都ホテルズ
Hotel Okura Restaurant Wine & Dining Duke, operated by Hotel Okura Enterprise, will begin offering its weekday-only dinner course, “Night Parfait Plan ‘Étoile,’” from May 7, 2026. Guests can enjoy the seasonal parfait “Early Summer Fragrance Parfait à la Lavande” alongside views from the 50th floor.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ホテルオークラ、株式会社ホテルオークラエンタープライズ
FamilyMart is launching nationwide the “Afternoon Tea”-supervised Brown Sugar Royal Milk Tea in a bottle can and the White Peach-Scented Rooibos Tea in a plastic bottle, the No. 1 most-requested product for a return. New additions to a popular series with cumulative sales exceeding 400 million bottles, they are part of the 45th anniversary “Ichiban Challenge.”
Companies mentioned：株式会社ファミリーマート、アイビーカンパニー株式会社、Afternoon Tea
Original光文社は、糀甘酒を濃縮した自然由来の発酵甘味料「糀みつ」を使った健康レシピ集『糀みつ発酵料理73』を5月12日に発売します。糖質30％減に加え、整腸作用や美容効果も期待でき、プロの料理人3名を含む73品のレシピを掲載。
Companies mentioned：光文社、魚沼醸造
東京ステーションホテル will serve an American-style “Cheese Afternoon Tea” at Bar & Cafe Camellia from June 1 to July 31, 2026. Guests can enjoy sweets and savory dishes made with 9 kinds of cheese. The price is 8,500 yen.
Companies mentioned：東京ステーションホテル、セレンディピティー
Figure skater Alysa Liu appeared at the 2026 Met Gala wearing Louis Vuitton. Her custom-made burgundy dress embodied the brand’s spirit of innovation and craftsmanship.
Companies mentioned：ルイ·ヴィトン
A joint survey by NEXER and ハタオ葬儀社 found that about 80% of people who have served as chief mourners want ongoing support from funeral service providers after a funeral. The findings highlighted widespread gaps in knowledge and difficulties with post-funeral procedures, underscoring the strong need for aftercare support.
Companies mentioned：株式会社NEXER、ハタオ葬儀社
Adastria brand A part by will hold a limited-time pop-up store with Korean eyewear brand “NO PUBLIC” at 14 stores nationwide starting May 8, 2026. The collection offers eyewear that adds personality to everyday life, with exclusive items available at select stores.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アダストリア、NO PUBLIC、アンドエスティHDグループ、株式会社エレメントルール、株式会社BUZZWIT、株式会社ゼットン、株式会社アンドエスティ、株式会社アンドエスティ・ロジスティクス、株式会社WeOur
The final episode of ABEMA’s popular marriage-decision reality show “Goodbye, Proposal via Australia” airs at 9 p.m. on May 7, as 3 couples make their final decision on whether to marry or break up. Observers including Miki Fujimoto and Yuuchami watch to see what they decide.
Companies mentioned：ABEMA、テレビ朝日
Recruit’s used-car information platform “Car Sensor” will begin airing a new commercial featuring Nanao and Robert Akiyama on May 4, 2026. The ad is themed around X JAPAN’s hit song “Kurenai” and features rare live footage and instruments used by the band. It will air on TV nationwide and be distributed online.
Companies mentioned：株式会社リクルート、X JAPAN
Musician Yasuyuki Okamura marks the 40th anniversary of his debut and makes his first appearance in luxury fashion magazine “Precious.” He discusses “youth,” a recurring theme in his music, and shares his enthusiasm for staying healthy and studying languages.
Companies mentioned：小学館
Hotel New Otani Makuhari will offer a limited-time “Photo Wedding Plan with a Meal, with Japanese or Western Style Options” from June 1 to September 18, 2026, for couples who are not holding a wedding ceremony and their parents. The plan proposes a new way to celebrate that responds to parents’ wish to see their children dressed for the occasion.
Companies mentioned：マイナビウエディング
AnotherADdress, DEPACO and Fashion Navi PREMIUM, operated by Daimaru Matsuzakaya Department Stores, are collaborating on an event at AnotherADdress TOKYO that combines personal assessments, a makeup experience and fashion rentals. Through theory-based assessments and hands-on activities, the event will help participants find styles that suit them.
Companies mentioned：株式会社大丸松坂屋百貨店、AnotherADdress、DEPACO、Fashion Navi PREMIUM
京都東急ホテル will open a ROOF TOP BAR on its roof for a limited time from May 22 to October 4, 2026. Guests can enjoy a spacious open-air setting, Western, Chinese and plant-based dishes from the hotel restaurant, and a wide selection of drinks. Banquet plans for groups will also be available.
Companies mentioned：京都東急ホテル
Original神戸三宮東急REIホテル内のレストラン「トリコ」が、2026年6月1日から7月31日まで、3種類のメイン料理がおかわり自由の「初夏のランチコース」を3,800円で提供開始。コース料理と食べ放題を融合した新しい美食体験を提供します。
Companies mentioned：神戸三宮東急REIホテル、トリコ
GMO Commerce has overhauled the AI recommendation engine for “GMO Marketing Connect,” its promotional DX tool for stores. This expands the number of high-potential customers identified by up to 18 times, enabling more personalized information delivery. The AI analyzes customers’ purchase histories and behavioral patterns, then automatically carries out the optimal approach for each situation.
Companies mentioned：GMOインターネットグループ、GMOインターネットグループAI研究開発室、株式会社マクロミル
Sanwa Supply has released 2 types of screen protectors for iPad and Surface: fingerprint-resistant glossy and anti-glare. Designed specifically for the devices, they protect against scratches and dirt, support touch operation and do not interfere with cases.
Companies mentioned：サンワサプライ株式会社、Apple、Microsoft
DMM GAMES has added a new “Awakening Ring” for Eiji Yoshikawa and the limited summon event “Wandering Chivalrous Spirit” to its literary-themed reincarnation simulation game for women, “Bungo to Alchemist.” Players can now strengthen the character and obtain a new outfit.
Companies mentioned：合同会社EXNOA、DMM GAMES、Google LLC
Impress has published “The Statement of Purpose Handbook” through インプレス NextPublishing, offering a systematic guide to writing statements of purpose and thinking about career choices during job hunting and career changes. Rather than relying on superficial techniques, it covers everything from self-analysis to putting thoughts into words and includes 100 examples of statements of purpose.
Companies mentioned：株式会社インプレス、インプレス NextPublishing、株式会社インプレスR&D、秀和システム
The 69th Gunzo New Writers’ Award has been given to 2 works: “Bone and Chain” by Shuya Nagata and “Wings of the Summer Silkworm” by Inori Fuyushima. The June 2026 issue of “Gunzo,” featuring the winning works and judges’ comments, is on sale today, May 7, introducing new talent to the Japanese literary world.
Companies mentioned：講談社
ERPC has introduced annual billing plans for its Solana RPC products, VPS and bare-metal servers, offering long-term customers discounts of up to 30%. This makes it more affordable to continue using infrastructure specialized for Solana.
Companies mentioned：ELSOUL LABO B.V.、Validators DAO、ERPC
ABEMA's documentary series following the journey of Japanese boy group VIBY, whose members are in their 10s, up to their debut, “VIBY 1329 The night before debut,” Episode 2, will air on May 6. Ahead of the broadcast, an advance screening was held for 200 fan club members, giving the group and fans a chance to interact.
Companies mentioned：ABEMA、Rii.MJ
MIRAISake & SAKE BAR in Shibuya conducted test marketing of Japanese sake for international tourists in collaboration with 4 sake breweries in Minamiaizu. The initiative generated specific insights into overseas demand for Japanese sake, and the venue plans to strengthen its role as an inbound marketing platform.
Companies mentioned：株式会社羅針盤、Frontier&Co株式会社、株式会社サーベイリサーチセンター、南会津町、南会津町観光物産協会、会津酒造、開当男山酒造、国権酒造、花泉酒造
International Mindfulness Center JAPAN (IMCJ) will hold “Resting in Awareness,” a 6-day silent retreat to deepen the essence of MBSR, at “Kuu Retreat” in Saikai, Nagasaki Prefecture, from Aug. 1–6, 2026. The retreat aims to help participants encounter “lived experience” through a digital detox and deepen their mindfulness practice.
Companies mentioned：International Mindfulness Center JAPAN、Kuu Retreat、Trauma-Sensitive Mindfulness JAPAN、Oxford Mindfulness Foundation、Mindfulness Network、Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University、Institute for Mindfulness-Based Approaches (IMA)
TECHNOA proposes “D2M (Design to Manufacture),” a new concept in which customer designs directly become manufacturing data, as well as “i-DESIGNER,” a design simulation platform that makes this possible. The initiative turns customers’ “joy of making” into a “new strength” for businesses and streamlines the manufacturing process.
Companies mentioned：株式会社テクノア、有限会社ファンゴ
Original高知大丸が5月9日から「シューイチ 全国うまいもの博」を開催。北海道、宮城、愛知、京都の人気店のグルメが多数出店し、地域限定品や実演販売も行われる。
Companies mentioned：高知大丸、札幌豊平館厨房、鉄板ダイニング誉、THE LAB NAGOYA、グランマーブル、祇園辻利
Original現代歌人・石川美南氏による短歌講座がNHK文化センター柏教室で3か月連続開催されます。短歌初心者から経験者まで幅広く歓迎し、最新の現代短歌の紹介と参加者の作品指導を通じて、短歌の魅力を伝えることを目的としています。
Companies mentioned：NHK文化センター柏教室
Aiwin International School's Shukugawa Campus marks its 1st anniversary and announces that it provides globally benchmarked English education in partnership with the community. Based on inquiry-based learning and the principles of the IB PYP, the school aims to foster children's personal development.
Companies mentioned：ALL FOR KIDS株式会社、Aiwin International School
AndTech Co., Ltd. will hold a seminar in Tokyo on June 30, 2026, covering topics from the fundamentals of paints and painting to countermeasures for coating defects. The practical program offers useful on-the-job knowledge for everyone from beginners to experienced professionals.
Companies mentioned：ブライトン塗料塗装研究所、日本ペイントホールディング株式会社、株式会社クボタ
REHATCH Co., Ltd.'s marketing AI OS “ENSOR” has added a “Multilingual Text Conversion” feature that uses AI to translate text in banner images and automatically generate multilingual versions while preserving the design. The feature significantly reduces the cost and workload of producing multilingual ads.
OriginalREHATCH株式会社のマーケティングAI OS「ENSOR」が新機能「テンプレート画像作成」を追加。AIが既存バナーを自動でテンプレート化し、デザイナーに頼らずマーケターがバナー量産を効率化できるようになります。
Companies mentioned：REHATCH株式会社
株式会社マンクンカンクン sponsored the retirement bout of K-1 fighter Takeru, successfully boosting brand awareness, sharply increasing job applications and achieving an offer acceptance rate of over 95%. The company said its deep ties to the combat sports industry date back to its founding, and it is pursuing business expansion while expressing its gratitude.
Companies mentioned：株式会社マンクンカンクン
TV Magazine surveyed 291 viewers of spring 2026 dramas about which shows they wanted to watch through the finale. Sunday Theater's “GIFT” ranked 1st, and the survey also revealed polarization, with favored shows differing by gender and age group.
Companies mentioned：株式会社WonderSpace、TBS、テレビ東京、テレビ朝日、フジテレビ
Mythos Inc. will exhibit at the 2nd Pharma DX EXPO Tokyo from May 20–22, 2026, showcasing its sales support system “Co-ReFit” and adverse event information management system “MESICOT” for the pharmaceutical and medical device industries.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ミュートス
Actor Filippo Scotti appeared in Dior at the David di Donatello Awards ceremony held in Rome on May 6, 2026. He wore a dark green double-breasted suit, showcasing the brand's presence.
Companies mentioned：Dior、クリスチャン ディオール
Original株式会社キタカタの「新潟らーめん 無尽蔵」が、日本初の特許製法「柿渋麺」を使用した夏限定冷し麺2種を2026年5月7日より全国18店舗と3店舗限定で販売開始。特許技術の柿渋麺の喉越しとモチモチ食感が特徴です。
Companies mentioned：株式会社キタカタ、新潟らーめん 無尽蔵
Kousoku Offset Co., Ltd. will exhibit at “Event Tool West Japan 2026” on May 12 and 13, 2026. It will showcase “LUFAS®,” a display made from 100% recycled plastic bottle fabric, and “Gachurun®,” a paper capsule toy machine, highlighting their environmental considerations and distinctive designs.
Companies mentioned：グラップ株式会社
Meta Heroes Inc. will hold a free event on May 24, 2026, at “Hero Egg” in Namba Parks, Osaka, offering a VR-powered experience of Guatemalan culture. The event aims to promote international exchange by helping participants learn about Central American culture through VR and conversations with people from the region.
Originalティリク·ウィザーズがメットガラ2026でルイ·ヴィトンを着用し登場。雨をイメージしたクリスタル刺繍のコートを含む特注衣装を披露し、ブランドの創造性と職人技を強調しました。
Companies mentioned：ルイ·ヴィトン
OriginalREHATCH株式会社は、マーケティングAI OS「ENSOR」にAIが広告バナーのデザイン課題を診断し、改善版を自動生成する新機能「広告クリエイティブ改善」を追加しました。これにより、インハウスチームはデザインスキルに依存せず、クリエイティブ改善のPDCAを高速化できます。
Companies mentioned：REHATCH株式会社
The Japan Coin Laundry Association is encouraging people to wash bedding regularly in large-capacity washer-dryers in conjunction with Coin Laundry Day on May 28. The association emphasizes that high-temperature drying is effective because dust that can cause mites and allergies cannot be fully removed through care at home.
Marking its 75th anniversary, 安成工務店 has published “CSV Report 2026,” outlining a strategy and initiatives to transition to a “new construction industry” that addresses regional challenges. Under new president 中村圭, the company aims to balance social and economic value, focusing on design-build and public-private partnerships.
Companies mentioned：株式会社安成工務店、YASUNARIグループ、JBN・全国工務店協会
OriginalＳｋｙ株式会社は、情報システム管理者向けにクライアント運用管理ソフトウェア「SKYSEA Client View」のハンズオンセミナーを5月に開催します。特に2026年度末から運用される「サプライチェーン強化に向けたセキュリティ対策評価制度（SCS評価制度）」への対応ポイントを実機操作で解説し、企業のセキュリティ強化を支援します。
REHATCH株式会社 has added “Font Optimization,” a new feature to its marketing AI OS “ENSOR” that uses AI to automatically optimize fonts in advertising banners. This enables in-house teams without a designer to improve banner impact efficiently and quickly generate variations for A/B testing.
The “AIR LIGHT ONE KAZE” ceiling fan light, newly launched by 株式会社YANA-JAPAN on crowdfunding platform Makuake, sold out its first batch in 8 minutes and surpassed 6.32 million yen in total support in 6 days. Its functions and design tailored to Japanese living environments have won support.
Companies mentioned：株式会社YANA-JAPAN、Makuake
株式会社マーベラス has rolled out a major update for the smartphone online RPG “剣と魔法のログレス いにしえの女神,” featuring the new weapon “麒麟” and the start of the second half of “ログレス四神演義.” Several limited-time gacha draws and Golden Week commemorative login bonuses are also underway, as the company seeks to boost engagement with the popular game, which has surpassed 9 million downloads worldwide.
Companies mentioned：株式会社マーベラス、Aiming Inc.
Anritsu has signed a sales agreement with UK-based TTi and will begin selling TTi products in the European and Japanese markets. In addition to communications measurement, the deal will strengthen its portfolio of general-purpose basic measurement instruments and enable it to provide measurement solutions to a wide range of industries, including aerospace and automotive.
Companies mentioned：アンリツ株式会社、Thurlby Thandar Instruments Limited (TTi社)
Kyotamba Town in Kyoto Prefecture will hold the “Relationship Population Symposium in Kyotamba” on Reiwa 8, May 30. The event will bring people together to consider new relationships between the region and diverse groups of people, in anticipation of the “Hometown Resident Registration System,” which is scheduled to be introduced in Reiwa 9. It will also showcase activities of “CLUB京丹波,” a fan club with about 1,700 registered members.
株式会社エレメント conducted a nationwide survey on resignation agencies. As resignations surge after Golden Week, the findings revealed that nearly half of people across all age groups do not know about the risks of unauthorized legal practice or that they can directly hire a lawyer, prompting experts to sound the alarm.
合同会社COODY has begun selling the “coody Tent Compression Bag” through its official website. The product raised more than 26 million yen on crowdfunding platform Makuake and received the “Good Project Mark.” It compresses bulky air tents by about 30%, solving the problem of storage space for camping gear.
Companies mentioned：株式会社W＆W
Originalアンファー株式会社のメンテックブランド「HOMTECH［オムテック］」が、男性向けデリケートゾーンウォッシュの新製品「オムテック ライジングアップ ウォッシュ リフレッシュ」を2026年5月7日に発売。W清涼成分配合で爽快感を強化し、夏の需要増に応える。
Companies mentioned：アンファー株式会社
ハッピーメール surveyed 200 couples who have been together for 3 years or more. 63.00% communicate every day, and respondents said that “putting gratitude into words” is the most important factor in maintaining a relationship.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アイベック
“恵比寿おいしいSAKEプロジェクト” will hold “おいしいSAKEウォーク in 恵比寿・代官山2026,” a walking event to enjoy fine sake and food in the Ebisu and Daikanyama area, on May 23, 2026. The event, the largest to date, will bring together 40 breweries and 34 restaurants and liquor stores from across Japan, and boasts high participant satisfaction.
Companies mentioned：クロッシング株式会社、SAKEhub株式会社、falò、酒秀治郎、麦酒庵、きたぽん酒、長崎天麩羅こうてん、山本商店、岩崎酒舗、角打ち、恵比寿 by kyokyo、奥、六歌仙、開華、今錦、勲碧、神蔵、龍力、五橋、伊予賀儀屋、群馬泉、長珍、〆張鶴、天穏、新政
ete Japan will co-host the “Digital Twin × AI Agent Hackathon” and the “福島イノベーションシティ構想キックオフフォーラム” at Dell headquarters on May 12, 2026. The event will connect technology with regional innovation, featuring a hackathon competition to implement digital twin and AI agent technologies and the official kick-off of the Fukushima Innovation City initiative.
Companies mentioned：Dell Technologies Japan、一般社団法人 日本データ機構（JDO）、Digital Twin Consortium、EDMA（EDM Council）、Rejoui、浪江町役場、公益財団法人 福島イノベーション・コースト構想推進機構、JAXA 宇宙探査イノベーションハブ、ソニーグループ株式会社、三菱総研DCS株式会社
ワザアカ株式会社 has released iPhone and Android versions of “G検定完全問題集,” an app to prepare for the G Test. Users can try it free for 3 days without registering for an account, and continue using it with a one-time purchase of 2,980 yen. It includes all 497 keywords in the G Test syllabus and 450 practice questions, supporting efficient study.
Companies mentioned：日本ディープラーニング協会 (JDLA)
株式会社DNS has begun nationwide operations and recorded “zero departures” in matching Specified Skilled Worker and Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services personnel over half a year. The company is accelerating efforts to address labor shortages in regional areas.
神島化学工業 has established a new corporate philosophy and management policy focused on sustainability, marking its 100th year since founding. It has introduced the “KONOSHIMA CO2 RECYCLE PRODUCTION SYSTEM” for manufacturing environmentally friendly building materials and chemical products, and unveiled a new corporate symbol. The company aims to contribute to society through materials research.
Originalハンドレッドタイムズ（運営：株式会社ナショナル発条）は、座りすぎによる健康リスクに対応する座面プロダクト「DotSheet®」を改良し、2026年5月7日より一般販売を開始します。新製品はバネを生地で直接包む画期的な製造方法により、より繊細なフィット感と丸洗い可能な清潔さを実現しました。
Companies mentioned：株式会社ナショナル発条、ハンドレッドタイムズ、岡山県立大学
Crescendo Lab has been recognized for the 2nd consecutive year in the Communication category as a “Technology Partner” in the LINE Yahoo! Partner Program. The company promotes AI and cross-channel marketing, helping businesses enhance customer communications. The recognition reflects its technological and operational capabilities in providing marketing support using LINE.
Companies mentioned：LINEヤフー株式会社
Mitsubishi Electric Software has released a tie-up commercial to mark the premiere of the film “Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu.” In conjunction with the release, a giveaway campaign will run from May 7 to 27, with original film merchandise available to 50 winners selected by lottery.
Companies mentioned：Lucasfilm Ltd.、ウォルト・ディズニー・ジャパン
Toratani Co., Ltd. has announced a new theory that the reason the lower abdomen does not flatten is “incomplete combustion” caused by breathing during sleep. This is the 2nd installment in its “Physics at Night” series, which argues that changes in gravity due to sleeping posture affect respiratory structure, causing oxygen deficiency and reduced metabolism.
Original阪神梅田本店2階で、モルモットの愛らしさに焦点を当てた雑貨・アートイベント「モルモットフェス」が2026年5月13日から初開催されます。全国のクリエイターによる限定グッズが集まり、来場者が“推しモル”を見つける体験を提供します。
Companies mentioned：阪神梅田本店
Akademia Japan’s AI identity-verification e-learning system “ONLINE FACE®” has won Silver Winner at the international AI awards, the “2026 Globee Awards for Artificial Intelligence.” Its work to provide AI identity verification and fraud prevention infrastructure for national certifications and legally mandated training was highly praised.
Companies mentioned：Globee Awards、IBM、Microsoft、SAP、Meta
As part of a commemorative anniversary project by 南都グループ, 株式会社南都 will invite students from the Okinawa Prefectural School for the Blind to take part in “Let’s Weave Together! Tapestry,” a weaving experience at Okinawa World that can be enjoyed without relying on sight. The project aims to pass on culture through traditional crafts and encourage interaction among participants.
Companies mentioned：南都グループ、南都物産株式会社、株式会社南都
OriginalANAクラウンプラザホテル成田は、昨年好評だった「メロンパーティー」を今年も開催します。5月7日から6月30日まで、日本一のメロン産地である茨城県鉾田市産の高品質なメロンがランチブッフェで食べ放題となります。
Companies mentioned：ANAクラウンプラザホテル成田、JA茨城旭村、IHGホテルズ&リゾーツ
株式会社Scene Live launched its new product “bq-Recruit” on May 7. The product uses real-time AI support during interviews to assist decision-making. It aims to optimize recruitment, reduce mismatches and strengthen candidate appeal, enabling hiring that does not rely on experience or intuition.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Scene Live
Tokyo System House will exhibit at the food manufacturing trade show “FOOMA JAPAN 2026,” scheduled for June 2026. The company will showcase “TOREPAS,” a quality information management system for food manufacturers, as well as new services using AI, supporting the food industry’s digital transformation.
Companies mentioned：東京システムハウス株式会社、一般社団法人 日本食品機械工業会
Jinbei Inc. will exhibit at the “6th Digitalization and DX Promotion Expo (ODEX),” which begins on May 13, 2026, and introduce “Jinbei GenOCR,” which combines generative AI with high-precision OCR. The company will propose ways to improve operational efficiency by digitizing paper documents, and visitors can try the latest cloud- and on-premises-compatible features in live demonstrations.
Companies mentioned：freee、マネーフォワード、SAP
Mirabo has launched its maternal and child health handbook app “mila-e Oyako Techō” in Mori Town, Shizuoka Prefecture. The revamped version of its existing app strengthens parenting support with new features, including My Number Portal integration and a vaccination scheduler.