Niigata × ambition: the front line gathers in Ginza! “Onigiri meetup!3,” an event offering direct conversations with leaders of Niigata’s growth companies
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銀座・新潟情報館 THE NIIGATA will host “Onigiri meetup!3” on June 1, 2026, bringing together leaders of growing Niigata companies and people from the Tokyo metropolitan area. The event is aimed at people interested in careers and life in regional areas. Business leaders working on UI-turn employment support and regional development will speak and connect with attendees.
Companies mentioned：株式会社エンリージョン、きら星株式会社、株式会社アオキ住建、グローカルマーケティング株式会社、銀座・新潟情報館 THE NIIGATA
Popular event sold out for its previous 3 editions; 4th edition to feature its first Shinkansen trip — an experiential tour of Niigata’s local sake and cuisine
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銀座・新潟情報館 THE NIIGATA will hold the 4th tour exploring Niigata cuisine and sake in June 2026. The tour will travel by Shinkansen and feature the sake-tasting comedian “にほんしゅ” as a guide.
Audition “Battle to LuckyFes” for a chance to perform on the LuckyFes’26 stage selects 8 acts from 1,132 after video screening! Final selection event to be held in Tokyo for the first time on June 7
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LuckyFM茨城放送 has held video screenings for “Battle to LuckyFes’26,” an audition for the chance to perform at the music festival LuckyFes'26, selecting 8 acts from 1,132 entries. The final selection event will be held at 下北沢BASEMENTBAR on June 7, where up to 3 acts can earn a spot at LuckyFes'26.
Companies mentioned：LuckyFM茨城放送、BARKS、TuneCore Japan
“Tsubara Tsubara” marks its 30th anniversary. A commemorative campaign will begin in May 2026 under the slogan “Sharing our feelings, now and for years to come.”
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鶴屋吉信 will launch a campaign in May 2026 to celebrate the 30th anniversary of its bestselling baked confection, “つばらつばら.” The campaign will include special events around Japan and commemorative products. The confection is known for its chewy crust and smooth red bean paste made with Hokkaido Tokachi azuki beans. A new product, “ふわもちつばら” Salt and Red Bean Butter, will also debut.
【Event Report】DMMオンクレ provides live support for “Crane Game Project 3! How Do You Win This Prize? — Comedians Take on the Challenge”
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DMMオンクレ, DMM.com’s online crane game service, provided live support for “Crane Game Project 3! Comedians Take on the Challenge,” held on April 26, 2026. Popular comedians including ガクテンソク and 隣人 took part, tried out the many ways to play DMMオンクレ and brought excitement to the event.
ドラッグストアトモズ has opened “薬局トモズ 長原店” in front of Nagahara Station on the Tokyu Ikegami Line. The former store, which closed at the end of November 2025, has reopened as a dispensing pharmacy. It accepts prescriptions from across Japan, stocks a wide range of specially designated medicines and aims to be a trusted local pharmacy.
“Poker Chase” teams up with popular anime “賭ケグルイ双”! Limited-time event runs May 13–June 3!
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株式会社Skyfall will hold a limited-time collaboration event from May 13 to June 3, 2026, between the battle royale-style Texas hold’em poker game “Poker Chase” and the popular anime “賭ケグルイ双.” The event will feature several campaigns, including a pickup slot featuring anime characters, login bonuses, a collaboration coin exchange and acquisition ranking, and a commemorative tournament.
Shippio evolves into a trade platform that also handles logistics cost management
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Shippio has upgraded its trade platform, “Shippio Platform,” to include end-to-end logistics cost management. It has expanded the range of documents supported by its AI-OCR feature, helping companies digitize and structure paper and PDF documents to visualize, analyze and reduce costs.
【All 314 performing artists announced!】Tokai region’s largest live circuit, “TIGET presents SAKAE SP-RING 2026”
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The Tokai region’s largest live circuit, “TIGET presents SAKAE SP-RING 2026,” hosted by ZIP-FM, will be held in Nagoya on June 6 and 7. All 314 participating artists have been announced, and general ticket sales will begin at noon on May 8.
The “I Turned Into a Boy!?” voice collection from “.LIVE” and “ぶいぱい” goes on sale May 8 (Friday)!
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“I Turned Into a Boy!?” voice content from “.LIVE” and “ぶいぱい,” operated by Appland, will go on sale for a limited time starting May 8, 2026. The unique product for fans features scenarios devised by members imagining “what if I became a boy?”
Pokémon from “Pokémon Pokopia” are coming to Gokurakuyu! The special event “Pokémon Pokopia: Relaxing Bath Life” will be held at Gokurakuyu and RAKU SPA locations nationwide starting May 28 (Thursday)!
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Gokurakuyu and RAKU SPA will hold the special event “Pokémon Pokopia: Relaxing Bath Life,” featuring the popular characters from “Pokémon Pokopia,” at 39 locations nationwide starting May 28, 2026. The event will offer Pokémon-themed baths, limited-edition goods and special menu items, aiming to attract new fans and visitors.
The first-ever Japanese POPUP for Korean characters “カムンとアント” opens today! At 有楽町マルイ through May 21 (Thursday)!
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The first Japanese POPUP event for the popular Korean characters “カムンとアント” opens today at 有楽町マルイ. The event will feature limited-edition goods and a collaboration cafe, aiming to attract fans across a broad range of age groups, particularly the MZ generation.
Five-member loud punk band DOPERS releases digital single “Spark my Life” and music video today, 5/8 (Friday)!
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Aichi-based five-member loud punk band DOPERS released its advance single “Spark my Life” today and unveiled its music video. The band will release the EP “Dakkai Emotion” on May 22 and hold a release tour in three cities: Tokyo, Nagoya and Kobe.
【LAUTREAMONT】Second collaboration with editor Taeko Higashihara set for release May 9 (Saturday)!
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LAUTREAMONT will release its second collaboration with editor Taeko Higashihara nationwide starting May 9 (Saturday). The Spring/Summer 2026 items—a lace-combination camisole dress and lace-combination shirt—use functional fabrics and combine versatility with elegance.
Mieruka GEO and Mieruka SEO’s “LLM Monitoring” now supports Claude Sonnet 4.6
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Faber Company announced that the “LLM Monitoring” feature of its GEO platform Mieruka GEO and SEO platform Mieruka SEO now supports Claude Sonnet 4.6. This allows companies to monitor mentions of their own and competitors’ brands across major generative AI models in one place.
RAMPAGE TOKYO Vol.2 ── Experience 【the most terrifying sound pressure and lasers in ZEROTOKYO history】. RAMPAGE, which shook Japan’s bass scene to its core, returns on an even more ferocious scale.
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“RAMPAGE TOKYO Vol.2,” the music event that shook Japan’s bass scene, returns to ZEROTOKYO on an even more ferocious scale. Alongside terrifying sound pressure and laser effects, the event will bring together heavy metal and bass acts across genre lines.
Companies mentioned：ZEROTOKYO、CROSSFAITH、AFTERVOID、CRYSTAL LAKE
Webinar “What’s the real reason sales aren’t growing? The complete EC strategy linking customer acquisition to repeat purchases” to be held on May 21, 2026!
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HATME株式会社, a subsidiary of Marketing Association株式会社, will hold a free webinar on May 21, 2026, jointly with JORKER'S株式会社 and 株式会社LTV-X, covering EC strategies that link new customer acquisition to repeat purchases. The webinar will offer practical know-how for sustaining sales growth amid rising advertising costs and intensifying competition.
NARUMIYA’s largest collaboration ever: 15 brands, including “petit main,” “Mezzo Piano” and “Lovetoxic,” join forces with サーティワン アイスクリーム for a dream collaboration! Participatory campaigns, including a favorite-outfit election, will also be held.
【Tokushima City】Recruiting fiscal year 令和8年度 appointed Tokushima City fiscal-year appointees (childcare workers, full-time)
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Tokushima City is recruiting fiscal-year appointees for 令和8年度 (childcare workers, full-time). The appointment period is up to 3 fiscal years, and monthly pay ranges from 224,900 yen to 265,276 yen. Applications will close once the required number of staff is reached, so early application is recommended.
【Tokushima City】Recruiting fiscal year 令和8年度 appointed Tokushima City fiscal-year appointees (childcare workers, part-time)
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Tokushima City has begun recruiting fiscal-year appointees for 令和8年度 (childcare workers, part-time). Appointments are for up to 3 fiscal years, and applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis.
A 1-night, 2-day camping experience for students in grades 4–6 will be held at the Prefectural Outdoor Activity Center on June 6 (Saturday)–7 (Sunday).
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The Nara Prefectural Outdoor Activity Center will hold a 1-night, 2-day camping experience for students in grades 4–6 on June 6–7, 令和8年. The participation fee is 3000 yen, and applications are being accepted through May 22 via the Nara Super App.
“merry jenny” releases Summer WEB Catalog vol.2 on May 8 (Friday), featuring “O-hina-sama” Nagahama Hirona in a charming look
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The women’s fashion brand “merry jenny” from MARK STYLER株式会社 released Summer WEB Catalog vol.2 on May 8 (Friday), featuring popular influencer Nagahama Hirona. The catalog showcases merry jenny’s new summer collection through Nagahama’s appeal.
【Apparel accessories manufacturer 川辺株式会社】New arrivals recommended for beating the heat! Neckwear that fits a cold pack and new cooling-touch hand towels
Free report now available: Tips for designing customer acquisition pathways that help fitness gyms win over young people and women
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Canly has released a free report for the fitness industry titled “Tips for Designing Customer Acquisition Pathways That Help Fitness Gyms Win Over Young People and Women.” Based on a consumer survey of 1,000 people, it explains the importance of information-gathering behavior on Google Maps and social media, and supports the optimization of customer acquisition strategies.
How Do You Like Wednesday? Festival UNITE2026: More high-profile guests join the lineup! General ticket sales begin May 14!
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The legendary event How Do You Like Wednesday? Festival UNITE2026 will be held for the first time in 7 years, with a succession of high-profile artists announcing their participation. The 3-day event will take place at Sapporo Dome from Sept. 4 to 6, 2026, and general ticket sales begin May 14.
The “Listening Walk” campaign, a new exercise-and-reading habit, returns in 2026. Earn up to 1000 coins while having fun
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Otonbank, operator of the audiobook service audiobook.jp, will launch its “Listening Walk 2026” campaign on May 8, encouraging people to enjoy exercise and reading at the same time. The campaign will award up to 1000 coins and original merchandise, promoting a new habit that has also drawn attention in dementia-prevention research.
New merchandise from the TV anime SAKAMOTO DAYS will be released by シンクイノベーション株式会社!
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シンクイノベーション株式会社 will release new character merchandise from the TV anime SAKAMOTO DAYS. Items include acrylic stands and badges from the popular mochocho series. Reservations open May 8, with shipment scheduled for late June.
Amuse launches A VILLAGE, a lodging and activity hub where guests can experience inspiring moments amid beautiful nature and creativity
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Amuse renovated its head office, AMUSE VILLAGE, in Saiko, Yamanashi Prefecture, and opened it as the lodging facility A VILLAGE on May 4. Combining the creativity of an entertainment company with the natural surroundings at the foot of Mount Fuji, it offers new inspiring experiences as a “creative hub where you can stay” for up to 29 hours.
To mark the release of volume 100, Yowamushi Pedal Gacha 3rd is coming to Akita Shoten's official online lottery, Gacha Party! Sales begin Friday, May 8!
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Akita Shoten will hold the online lottery Gacha Party starting May 8, 2026, to mark the release of volume 100 of the popular cycling manga Yowamushi Pedal. Prizes include exclusive merchandise and a reproduction of an illustration bearing the handwritten signature of creator Wataru Watanabe, making it an event fans won't want to miss.
New additions to Godiva’s ice cream collection include Cupcake Ice Cream, Bar Ice Cream and Sandwich Ice Cream!
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Godiva Japan will begin selling new flavors of Cupcake Ice Cream, Bar Ice Cream and Sandwich Ice Cream, along with a refreshed Ice Cream Gift Set, at Godiva shops nationwide and online starting May 13, 2026. The indulgent ice cream collection combines chocolate with carefully selected ingredients.
BS Nippon TV's show Ogi and Yahagi's Car History: NO CAR, NO LIFE! will feature Nostalgic 2 Days, one of Japan's largest classic car shows. Guest Kei Okada of Masuda Okada joins the hosts as they explore rare classic cars and the booth of a long-established muffler maker, delving into what makes them special.
Limited to 271 worldwide, in keeping with its codename: an 18-karat gold mini-figure of 三面怪人ダダ. Its reclining pose is intricately recreated at approximately 1 cm (the miniaturization device was not used)
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株式会社ユートレジャー will take reservations for an 18-karat gold mini-figure of 三面怪人ダダ, the character from Ultraman, limited to 271 worldwide. The figure is intricately recreated at approximately 1 cm and costs 60,500 yen (tax included). Reservations will be accepted from May 8 to July 13, 2026, through the online shop and physical stores.
“Barasabara!” An 18-karat gold figure of 快獣ブースカ, intricately recreated at approximately 1 cm, down to its Boo crown and adorable expression
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U-Treasure has opened reservations for an 18-karat gold mini-figure of the tokusatsu character 快獣ブースカ, limited to 300 worldwide and priced at 60,500 yen. Reservations run from May 8 to July 13, 2026. The approximately 1 cm figure intricately recreates Booska's adorable expression and distinctive “Boo crown,” making it a limited-edition item for fans and collectors.
The kids’ model Galileo S01 K joins the all-rubber Galileo glasses lineup, designed to pair easily with any occasion or fashion style.
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Zoff will launch Galileo S01 K, a kids’ model in its Galileo series of glasses made entirely of rubber, with no metal. Its durable design and colorful finishes meet the needs of parents of active children.
New technology transforms summer’s bothersome odors into a clean, fresh scent; murphy Perfumed Deodorant Cream launches May 22
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株式会社Endeavour will launch Perfumed Deodorant Cream, an antiperspirant featuring TRANSORDER™, a new technology that transforms unpleasant odors into a clean, fresh scent, from men’s total-care brand murphy on May 22. Preorders open May 12.
2 vacuum-insulated bottles with exceptional hot- and cold-retention performance, including the lid, go on presale through crowdfunding!
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LOGOS, the outdoor brand of 株式会社ロゴスコーポレーション, began preselling 2 vacuum-insulated bottles with excellent heat and cold retention, including in the lids, through the crowdfunding service Makuake on May 8, 2026. The lineup includes the large-capacity Ice Core and the tumbler-sized Chill Short, designed for use in settings ranging from outdoor adventures to everyday life.
Give the team a boost in the 4Q crunch with “6 more”! シーホース三河 to give every attendee a cheering clapper at the CSQF starting May 8 (Fri.)!
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Professional basketball team シーホース三河 will distribute cheering clappers free to all attendees at its home games in the B.LEAGUE QUARTERFINALS 2025-26 starting May 8. The aim is to boost the team’s chances of victory by having fans raise the side marked “6 more” during the 4Q official timeout.
Announcement of a collaboration between the film Love Live! Hasunosora Girls’ High School Idol Club: Bloom Garden Party and GiGO
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株式会社GENDA GiGO Entertainment will celebrate the release of the film Love Live! Hasunosora Girls’ High School Idol Club: Bloom Garden Party with a collaboration cafe and special collaboration taiyaki, Hasunosora-yaki, at GiGO Group locations nationwide from May 16, 2026. The event will run in 2 parts, with menus and special offers changing between them, and will feature limited-edition drinks and food, as well as original merchandise.
After the fervor over the film National Treasure, Shuichi Yoshida explores “the purest things.” His 30th-anniversary work, Time After Time, goes on sale May 27
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Gentosha will publish Time After Time, the latest full-length novel by Shuichi Yoshida, author of the film National Treasure, to mark the 30th anniversary of his debut as a writer. Going on sale May 27, 2026, the moving story depicts a first love in high school and a reunion more than 20 years later, exploring the power to affirm life as it moves between past and present.
Samansa Mos2’s long-loved SA Embroidery collection returns by popular demand! Natural, girly pieces celebrating the brand’s 40th anniversary go on sale May 14 (Thu.)
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To celebrate the brand’s 40th anniversary, Samansa Mos2 is bringing back its long-loved SA Embroidery collection for a limited time. A total of 4 styles—a natural, girly dress, bottoms, a detachable collar, and a bag—will go on sale at stores nationwide and online from May 14, 2026.
Limited quantities! A 10th-anniversary book celebrating Chairoikoguma is coming, with a plush toy designed exclusively for the picture book as a special bonus!
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主婦と生活社 will release a limited-edition anniversary book celebrating Chairoikoguma’s 10th anniversary. It comes with a plush toy designed exclusively for the picture book as a special bonus and includes newly illustrated short stories.
Team-fighting heroes drawn by “the king of manga,” Shotaro Ishinomori, unite. The original paperback anthology Birth of the Team Hero: A Collection of First Chapters from Ishinomori Manga goes on sale!
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Kawade Shobo Shinsha published Birth of the Team Hero: A Collection of First Chapters from Ishinomori Manga, an original paperback anthology compiling the first chapters of team-hero manga by Shotaro Ishinomori, on May 7, 2026. The book features 13 works, including Cyborg 009 and Himitsu Sentai Gorenger, and is also an ideal introduction to Ishinomori’s work.
Performance information and ticket sales details announced for the new original musical Nikola Tesla: The Solitary Genius Edison Feared; first advance lottery sales begin May 23 (Sat.)
The collaborative program Half Time Tours with Club Tourism and TV Tokyo resumes airing May 9 (Sat.) as a showcase for domestic free-plan trips departing from the greater Tokyo area
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Club Tourism and TV Tokyo Direct will resume broadcasting their collaborative program Half Time Tours in May 2026. In the first episode, TV personality Shoei will introduce free-plan travel packages departing from the greater Tokyo area, with the aim of stimulating travel demand through the travel program.
——♥♥———The cutest-ever show for girls! The 3rd installment of Kawaii ni Muchu♡ is coming! So cute you’ll swoon!? AKB’s Momoka Ito, Nene Kozono, and Onephony’s Sakurako Tajima appear♡———♥♥——
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メ〜テレ has set May 17, 2026, for the 3rd installment of Kawaii ni Muchu♡, a show for girls. Hosted by Noa Sato, it features popular personalities including AKB48’s Momoka Ito, Nene Kozono, and Onephony’s Sakurako Tajima, offering practical tips on all things cute, from makeup to hairstyles.
Launch of the 2026 early-summer Furunavi grand campaign, featuring a 4% increase in Furunavi Money and deals on Furunavi Electricity and Furunavi Travel bookings!
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株式会社アイモバイル has launched the 2026 early-summer Furunavi grand campaign, featuring a 4% increase in Furunavi Money and deals on Furunavi Electricity and Furunavi Travel bookings. The campaign includes increased Furunavi Money rewards, discounts on electricity and travel services, and a referral promotion, strengthening connections among the services and giving more back to customers.
Globally acclaimed soul singer Nao Yoshioka teams up with Vietnamese R&B singer My Anh on new single Pieces of Me, out May 15
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Soul singer Nao Yoshioka will release Pieces of Me, a new single about self-love, on May 15 in collaboration with Vietnamese R&B singer My Anh. The song grew from the connection between the 2 artists, who share Asian roots, and was produced by Shuko.
May 9, 2026 (Sat.): ブルガリ ギンザ バー announces Proverbi, a new cocktail collection inspired by Italian proverbs
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ブルガリ ギンザ バー announced on May 8, 2026, a new cocktail collection inspired by Italian proverbs, titled Proverbi, along with a mixology event series featuring top bartenders from around the world. The events will offer cultural dialogue and new cocktail experiences.
【奥湯河原温泉 山翠楼 SANSUIROU】Offering a smooth and comfortable stay with in-room check-in
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奥湯河原温泉 山翠楼 SANSUIROU has announced a new plan that allows guests to check in in their rooms. This lets guests avoid crowds and waiting times upon arrival and enjoy a smoother, more comfortable stay. Benefits are also available for bookings made through the official website.
Sabrina Carpenter birthday celebration event JOHNNIE WALKER × Sabrina Carpenter Cocktail Night to be held at タワーレコード Shibuya store on Friday, May 15!
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Universal Music and Johnnie Walker will hold a cocktail event at タワーレコード Shibuya store on May 15 to celebrate Sabrina Carpenter’s birthday. Guests can enjoy signature cocktails and DJ performances.
A heart-fluttering, high-speed romantic comedy with an utterly looks-obsessed high school girl and her infuriatingly handsome senior: 顔だけじゃ好きになりません by 安斎かりん will be free to read in full for a limited 2 days on 花とゆめ＋!
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白泉社’s digital manga platform 花とゆめ＋ has announced a campaign offering 20 popular manga volumes, including 3 works by 安斎かりん, for free from May 8 to 10 for a limited 2 days. The campaign aims to attract new users and promote the platform.
【JOURNAL STANDARD FURNITURE】The Shibuya store will host 小さな蚤の市, a spin-off of the popular 大きな蚤の市 event at 和光樹林公園.
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JOURNAL STANDARD FURNITURE will host 小さな蚤の市, a spin-off of the popular 大きな蚤の市 at 和光樹林公園, at its Shibuya store from May 14 to 31. ECLECTIC USED STORE and Wormhole Furniture will sell carefully selected vintage pieces, offering a treasure-hunt-like experience.
Companies mentioned：Wormhole Furniture、ECLECTIC USED STORE
【W大阪】Limited-time collaboration with TWICE: Candy Dream
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W大阪 is collaborating with TWICE on a limited-time Candy Dream afternoon tea and concept room. The immersive event lets guests experience TWICE’s world through music and food, and a campaign offering a chance to win original merchandise will also be held.
U-NEXT named official streaming partner of 日比谷音楽祭2026! Exclusive live streaming of the 2-day event will return this year! A comment has arrived from executive committee chair 亀田誠治
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U-NEXT has become the official streaming partner of 日比谷音楽祭2026 and will exclusively livestream performances on 3 channels over the 2 days of May 30 and 31. Monthly subscribers can watch at no additional charge, and on-demand streaming and workshops for children will also be available.
【The 2nd installment of JEANASIS’s 25th-anniversary project】Limited-edition exclusive items with NEW ERAⓇ go on sale Friday, May 8
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JEANASIS, operated by 株式会社アダストリア, will release 3 limited-edition collaboration styles with NEW ERA® from May 8 to mark the brand’s 25th anniversary. The caps and hat, designed with JEANASIS’s distinctive fashion-forward perspective, add an accent to everyday outfits.
The second part of the member interview for H//PE Princess’s eponymous show, H//PE Princessのハイスクール！プリンセス, now streaming exclusively and free on ABEMA, has been released. Ahead of their May 27, 2026 debut, the members talk about their true selves and their efforts on the show.
Companies mentioned：ABEMA、三代目 J SOUL BROTHERS、Dynamic Duo
The 2nd installment of “Yuzu in 1 complete volume,” PMC SPECIAL EDITION 7 ゆず, now on sale at venues for ゆず 弾き語りアリーナツアー 2026 心音! Buyers will receive a cover poster!
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ぴあ株式会社 has released PMC SPECIAL EDITION 7 ゆず, a special edition of the music magazine ぴあMUSIC COMPLEX（PMC）. The “Yuzu in 1 complete volume” feature returns for the first time in 6 years and is linked to the new album 心音. The book is also on sale at venues for the national arena tour ゆず 弾き語りアリーナツアー 2026 心音, and buyers will receive a cover poster.
【FURFUR】First-ever collaboration with headwear brand NEW ERA®: 3 styles launching nationwide on Thursday, May 14
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Women’s fashion brand FURFUR will launch its first collaboration with headwear brand NEW ERA® nationwide on Thursday, May 14, with 3 styles. The lineup includes a floral-embroidered cap, a logo T-shirt and a cap pouch. Collection visuals featuring model 雑賀サクラ have also been released.
Seminar titled “The Frontlines of Autonomous Driving, Regional Revitalization and Business Creation,” featuring 株式会社フォーイン executive vice president 前田 偉康氏, to be held Thursday, June 4, 2026!
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A seminar titled “The Frontlines of Autonomous Driving, Regional Revitalization and Business Creation,” featuring 前田偉康氏 of 株式会社フォーイン, will be held on June 4, 2026. Drawing on the success of 境町, 茨城県, the seminar will focus on addressing regional economic challenges and creating new business opportunities.
会計事務所博覧会2026 unveils its first batch, 第一弾, of 30 scheduled exhibitors; applications to exhibit accepted through June 30
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ジャスネットコミュニケーションズ株式会社 has announced that 会計事務所博覧会2026, a trade show for accounting firms, will be held on September 10 and 11, 2026. The exhibition will connect accounting firms with companies offering services such as accounting and tax systems, AI and RPA, providing a forum for the industry to respond to change.
【Much-anticipated 2nd installment】The おしりたんてい DVD Selection Series: かいとうアカデミー編 set for release on June 24! Following the 1st installment, released on March 11, this best-of series featuring a carefully selected lineup of popular episodes arrives soon!
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The 2nd installment of the DVD Selection Series for the popular anime おしりたんてい, かいとうアカデミー編, is set for release on June 24, 2026. It features a carefully selected lineup of episodes in which the hero faces off against a formidable rival, with about 80 minutes of family-friendly content. An Amazon.co.jp-exclusive visual sheet will also be available as an early-purchase bonus.
Finalists announced for the 72nd Edogawa Rampo Prize, the mystery genre’s top award for new writers!
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The 4 finalists for the 72nd Edogawa Rampo Prize, a gateway for emerging mystery writers, have been selected. The winner will be announced on Wednesday, May 20, with a livestream on the official YouTube channel of 日本推理作家協会.
OriginalTVアニメ「魔法少女にあこがれて」×千種みのり POP UP SHOP in AMNIBUS STORE -white-が開催決定！
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株式会社アルマビアンカ will hold a collaboration POP UP SHOP featuring the TV anime 魔法少女にあこがれて and 千種みのり at the AMNIBUS STORE -white- Shibuya Modi store from May 15, 2026. Limited-edition merchandise featuring newly drawn illustrations will be available for preorder at the event.
Original5月21日(木)より【TVアニメ『俺だけレベルアップな件』 POP UP SHOP in ブシロードクリエイティブストア 秋葉原本店】の開催が決定！
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Bushiroad Creative will hold a POP UP SHOP for the TV anime 俺だけレベルアップな件 at ブシロードクリエイティブストア in Akihabara from May 21 to 31, 2026. A wide range of new products featuring newly drawn illustrations of characters in tuxedos and party dresses will be available, along with purchase bonuses.
Stage production ZERO RISE releases a digest video of its dress rehearsal! A manga adaptation of ZERO RISE is also confirmed!
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株式会社ブシロード has released a dress rehearsal digest video for the stage production ZERO RISE and announced that a manga adaptation of the project will begin in fall 2026. The stage production runs through May 17, telling a passionate story centered on basketball.
Integrating fragmented IT operations for small and midsize businesses: launch of TOPLink, an enterprise IT platform for the AI era
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株式会社とくじコンピュータサービス has launched TOPLink, a closed-network-centric platform that integrates the dispersed IT operations of small and medium-sized businesses as an enterprise IT foundation for the AI era. It centrally manages networks, security, servers, backups, and AI environments, helping address challenges such as IT staff shortages and ransomware protection.
PJC Bridge certified by 出入国在留管理庁 as a test proving proficiency equivalent to or above A2 on the Reference Framework for Japanese Language Education
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The Japanese language proficiency test PJC Bridge, hosted by 株式会社サーティファイ, has newly been certified by 出入国在留管理庁 as a test proving proficiency equivalent to or above A2 on the Reference Framework for Japanese Language Education. This is expected to expand options for Japanese learners to certify their proficiency and improve the convenience of reporting work for Japanese-language education institutions.
“Hitachinaka, Oarai and Tokai PR Day” and “Hitachinaka Hula Festival” to be held (国営ひたち海浜公園)
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Free-admission events “Hitachinaka, Oarai and Tokai PR Day” and “Hitachinaka Hula Festival” will be held simultaneously at 国営ひたち海浜公園 on Sunday, May 10. Visitors can enjoy local cuisine and specialties, tourism promotions, hula dancing, and more, offering people of all ages a chance to experience the region’s appeal.
Bringing Taiwan’s energy to the griddle! Chibo to hold an “experience-based consumption” food fair featuring an AR experience and limited-time menu to celebrate its Taichung opening!
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千房株式会社 will mark the opening of its new restaurant in Taichung, Taiwan, with a limited-time Taiwan collaboration menu and an AR-based social media campaign at its restaurants in Japan. Running from 2026年5月11日 to 6月30日, the campaign brings together Taiwanese food culture and cutting-edge technology to offer an “experience-based consumption” concept.
[Stay cool and solve puzzles during summer vacation] Teaming up with RIDDLER, led by Ryogo Matsumaru! Urayasu Brighton Hotel’s immersive puzzle-solving stay extended through 9/30!
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Urayasu Brighton Hotel Tokyo Bay announced that it will extend through 2026年9月30日 its puzzle-solving stay plan, “Let’s Meet in Room ?,” created in collaboration with RIDDLER, led by Ryogo Matsumaru. The plan offers the “ultimate summer indoor getaway,” where guests can enjoy an immersive 4〜7-hour puzzle-solving experience in the hotel’s cool, comfortable setting.
“Muscleman × care worker”: Visionary, operator of care facilities for people with disabilities, to hold community event at the NOIE TSUSHIMA group home for people with disabilities!
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株式会社ビジョナリー will hold a community event at the NOIE TSUSHIMA group home for people with disabilities on 2026年5月21日. With the cooperation of 津島市消防本部, the event will promote interaction between local residents and facility users through an earthquake simulator experience and mochi pounding, while aiming to raise disaster preparedness awareness.
“Commute time” ranks first among people in their 20s at 57%, while “pay” is a top priority for people in their 50s and older — survey reveals generational differences in preferences when choosing temporary care work
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A survey of 200 people seeking temporary care work, conducted by 株式会社DYMエールケアリンクス, found that priorities when choosing a job differ by age group. People in their 20s prioritize commute time most, while those in their 50s and older tend to value pay and stable working arrangements.
DATA119 becomes recovery partner for I-O DATA’s free data recovery service
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DATA119, operated by AIデータ株式会社, has become the recovery partner for I-O DATA DEVICE’s free data recovery service. With 11 years of experience and more than 6,000 successful cases, DATA119 will help users of I-O DATA products recover their valuable data.
“ZHIYUN FIVERAY M40 SE COMBO,” a portable LED light delivering an impressive 17,100 lux in a pocket-sized form
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株式会社ケンコー・トキナー will launch the pocket-sized portable LED light “ZHIYUN FIVERAY M40 SE COMBO” on 2026年5月15日. It features a high illuminance of up to 17,100 lux and a compact, lightweight design weighing 250g, and is designed for photography enthusiasts and professional creators.
Companies mentioned：ZHIYUN、Guilin Zhishen Information Technology Co., Ltd.
Lenovo workstation “ThinkStation P5 Gen 2,” a high-end model featuring Xeon 600 series and RTX PRO Blackwell series, now available
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株式会社アスク has begun offering the high-end workstation “ThinkStation P5 Gen 2,” featuring the Intel Xeon 600 series and NVIDIA RTX PRO Blackwell series. Designed for demanding tasks such as 3D CAD, rendering, and AI, it features an excellent cooling design and extensive expandability.
Teva’s “Hydratrek Series” water sandals return this year, featuring a biomimetic design inspired by tree frogs and ideal for waterside activities!
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Teva has launched the “Hydratrek Series” water sandals, featuring a biomimetic design inspired by tree frogs. They deliver strong traction and stable walking performance even in wet conditions, with features and materials ideal for waterside activities.
西武信用金庫 will hold the “20th Tokyo Showcase of Local Products and Specialty Goods” at Shinjuku Station’s West Exit Plaza from May 18 to 22. In partnership with 34 shinkin banks nationwide, it will support in-person sales by businesses offering local specialties and regional products.
Camfort at エバーグレイズ琵琶湖 will begin offering “Good Sleep Stay” on 2026年5月9日, combining canoeing, campfires, シモンズ beds, and digital detox. A tent sauna is also available on weekends. This new sleep tourism experience aims to address sleep challenges faced by people today.
[The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Waikiki Beach] Introduces a new “MOKE Driving Experience”
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The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Waikiki Beach has introduced the “MOKE Driving Experience” in partnership with Ohana Mobility to mark its 10th anniversary. Guests can drive an electric open-air MOKE vehicle and explore Oahu freely while being mindful of the environment.
Turn “past leads” into this fiscal year’s sales: A system for re-engaging dormant customers and converting them into sales opportunities, useful at the start of a new fiscal year [Free online seminar report, 2026年4月30日(木)]
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株式会社営業ハック held a free online seminar on 2026年4月30日, sharing a practical system for turning dormant customers and existing leads into sales opportunities, with “providing a reason” as the key to sales’ added value in the AI era. It emphasized the importance of making use of existing assets amid rising costs to acquire new leads.
AI agents can bring “immediate value” to the workplace, especially amid small-business staffing shortages! IKIGAI WORKS opens applications for the first “AI Agent Course,” limited to 25 companies.
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IKIGAI WORKS株式会社 will launch the first session of its “AI Agent Course” in 2026年7月, focusing on the use of autonomous AI to address staffing shortages at small and medium-sized businesses. The course provides 10 immediately deployable AI agents, and free online information sessions will also be held.
U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC) releases latest episode of soybean anime “SOY STORY,” along with song and dance videos tied to EP.10
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The U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC) has released the latest episodes, EP.9 and EP.10, of its soybean anime “SOY STORY.” It has also released song and dance videos tied to EP.10, continuing to develop content that presents the appeal of soybeans in an entertaining way.
36.9% of new employees aim to become “trusted and relied-upon members” by October
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Text-mining analysis conducted after training for 1,293 new employees by アーティエンス株式会社 found that new employees aspire to become people who are “trusted and given responsibility” early on. At the same time, they have significant concerns about taking initiative and embracing challenges, offering companies insights into employee development and onboarding.
シーホース三河 substantially revamps its official fan club! Special website for new name “MIKAWARIUM” goes live, with membership applications now open
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Professional basketball team シーホース三河 has substantially revamped its official fan club as “MIKAWARIUM” and launched a special website. Membership tiers have been reorganized into 3 types, and an early enrollment campaign is also underway.
Innovative all-in-one-power COB light “ZHIYUN MOLUS X200 RGB / X200” delivers high output of 200W in a palm-sized body
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ケンコー・トキナー will launch the palm-sized, high-output 200W COB light “ZHIYUN MOLUS X200 RGB / X200” on May 15, 2026. This next-generation model integrates the power supply, eliminating the need for an external control box. Compact yet offering professional-quality light and a wide range of features, it enhances mobility on set.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ケンコー・トキナー、ZHIYUN、Guilin Zhishen Information Technology Co., Ltd.
Enjoy summer in comfort without worrying about sweat. タカキュー offers dress shirts and business polo shirts made with functional “SPEEDY DRY” fabric
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Men’s brand “T/Q” from タカキュー is launching long-sleeved dress shirts and short-sleeved business polo shirts made with “SPEEDY DRY,” a functional fabric that wicks moisture, dries quickly and helps prevent sweat stains. Addressing concerns about sweating amid rising temperatures in recent years and energy-saving measures, the company offers businesswear that combines comfort and a neat appearance.