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One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 24 items from 1 source; Japan, 11 items from 1 source.
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The Jogye Order, a Korean Buddhist sect, held an ordination ceremony for a humanoid robot named Gabi, making it a robot monk. The novel initiative aims to spark greater interest in Buddhism and connect with a new generation as young people increasingly turn away from the religion.
Companies mentioned：衛報（The Guardian）
On Mother’s Day, Taiwan pro baseball team Fubon Guardians starting pitcher Shunsuke Suzuki wrote “Thank you, Mom” in Japanese on his cap and said he wanted to learn from Taiwanese people to “express gratitude boldly.” He stressed the importance of expressing his feelings openly and shared his deep appreciation for those around him.
Companies mentioned：中華職棒富邦悍將隊（富邦ガーディアンズ）、味全龍隊（味全ドラゴンズ）
Taiwanese rock band Mixer held its “大馬戲團” concert in Kaohsiung on Mother’s Day. Bassist Enoch invited his wife, Keting, to perform “散散步,” a song he wrote for their daughter, as a duet, moving the audience. Lead vocalist Sheng Hao also appeared onstage holding their daughter, delighting fans.
A hantavirus outbreak occurred aboard the Hondius, anchored off Spain’s Canary Islands. Passengers are scheduled to disembark in small boats, then return to their countries on charter flights and undergo quarantine. The WHO director-general is overseeing the evacuation, while countries are taking measures to prevent the spread of infection.
Companies mentioned：華爾街日報（The Wall Street Journal）、世界衛生組織（WHO）、美國疾病管制暨預防中心（CDC）
In the UK local elections, Taiwan-born Chou Yipei was elected to the Scottish Parliament for the first time. A former Aberdeenshire Council member, she intends to focus on promoting ties between Taiwan and Scotland.
Companies mentioned：自由民主黨、蘇格蘭民族黨、英國改革黨、綠黨、中央社
Original台湾プロバスケットボールリーグTPBLで、台啤永豐雲豹がプレーオフ初戦で新北國王に105対113で敗れた。リーグ最優秀外国人選手クロマがトリプルダブルを記録したが、勝利には結びつかなかった。
Companies mentioned：台啤永豐雲豹、新北國王、中央社
Whether to describe China’s military movements as a “threat” in revisions to Japan’s 3 security-related documents is a key point of debate. As tensions between Japan and China rise, opinions are also divided within the Liberal Democratic Party over the wording.
Companies mentioned：自由民主黨、公明黨、日本維新會、中央社
The Fubon Guardians of Taiwan’s Chinese Professional Baseball League beat the Wei Chuan Dragons 8-7 in a fierce game that went into the 10th inning, winning on a walk-off hit by Kao Kuo-lin. The team hit 3 game-tying home runs, and the manager praised it as “the best game.”
Companies mentioned：富邦悍將、味全龍隊、統一獅隊、中央社
Allegations have emerged that hidden cameras were installed at Rui'en Postpartum Care Center in Taipei. Wiring was found in a smoke detector and seized as evidence, but the person in charge claimed it was disconnected wiring that did not function.
Companies mentioned：汭恩產後護理之家
Original金曲樂團麋先生が高雄で開催した「大馬戲團」コンサートが閉幕。世界初の全テント式サーカスコンサートとして、6日間で2万人の観客を動員した。
Companies mentioned：Eye Catching Circus
Iran reportedly responded via Pakistan to a U.S. proposal to end the war. Details have not been made public, but efforts are underway to end the war between the United States and Iran.
Companies mentioned：IRNA (イラン通信社)、Axios (米ニュースメディア)、ISNA (イラン学生通信社)
Original日本ホラー小説の巨匠、鈴木光司氏が68歳で逝去しました。彼の代表作「七夜怪談」のキャラクター貞子が公式Xで「偉大な父親」への追悼メッセージを投稿し、角川文藝編集部も哀悼の意を表しました。
Companies mentioned：角川文藝編集部
OriginalSBL裕隆グループが凱撒基隆黑鳶を破り、チーム史上初の4連覇を達成しました。李啟億ヘッドコーチは、プレッシャーを楽しみながらチームを勝利に導いたと語り、来季の5連覇を目指すと表明しました。
Companies mentioned：裕隆集團、凱撒基隆黑鳶、璞園
Despite a U.S.-brokered ceasefire agreement, Russian attacks killed 3 people in Ukraine and led to about 150 clashes over the past 24 hours. Ukraine shot down Russian drone attacks, while Russia also accused Ukraine of violating the ceasefire.
Taiwanese shooters Yang Kun-pi and Liu Wan-yu set a world record of 36 points and won gold in the mixed team trap final at the Shooting World Cup in Kazakhstan. They outperformed the other 3 pairs of competitors to claim a superb victory.
The Yulon Group in the SBL won its 4th consecutive championship, while import player Brandon earned FMVP for the second consecutive time. After the game, Brandon also surprised his longtime girlfriend with a marriage proposal, and she accepted. It was a “double celebration.”
Companies mentioned：裕隆集團、凱撒基隆黑鳶
Japanese professional baseball umpire Takuto Kawakami was struck in the head by a bat during a game and is in critical condition, unconscious. His fellow umpires have put his uniform number “29” on their helmets and are praying for his recovery.
Companies mentioned：東京ヤクルトスワローズ
Original台南の研醫明醫美診所で針孔カメラが発見され、屏東の分所も調査対象に。屏東県衛生局は本日休業のため、明日再調査する予定。
Companies mentioned：研醫明醫美診所
Taiwan Power Company announced that summer electricity rates will apply to high- and extra-high-voltage users from May 16 and to residential users from June 1. The average monthly household electricity bill will reach 1,084 Taiwan dollars, an increase of about 70% from the non-summer period.
Companies mentioned：台電
President Lai Ching-te attended the Buddha-bathing ceremony and prayer event honoring parents, organized by Tzu Chi for Buddha's birthday, and thanked the organization for its selfless contributions to society. The president emphasized that Tzu Chi is always on the front lines during disasters, showing the world Taiwan's warmth and hope.
Companies mentioned：佛教慈濟慈善事業基金會
Original慈済基金会が「佛誕節、母親節、全球慈済日」の三節合一浴佛大典を開催し、約1万人が参加。今年で60周年を迎え、今後も大愛の行動で慈済の精神を世界に広めることを強調した。
Companies mentioned：慈濟基金會
Original桃園の北台湾郵件作業中心が4日に稼働開始後、郵便物の配達遅延が発生。中華郵政の王國材董事長は、今週中には正常な業務に戻るとの見通しを示した。
Companies mentioned：中華郵政
Following an operation in Zhongshan District, Taipei City will carry out a large-scale rat extermination campaign across all 12 administrative districts over 4 days, from May 11 to 14. Residents are being urged to properly dispose of any dead rats they find during the campaign.
Companies mentioned：台北市政府、環保局
Against a backdrop of economic weakness and high unemployment in China, the Yueyang Barbecue Institute in Hunan Province received more than 4000 applications in its first student recruitment round. With 30 places available, the acceptance rate was below 0.75%. The 1-month course costs 5800 yuan and offers a skills certificate.
Companies mentioned：岳陽開放大学、岳陽市焼烤協会
The “Restful Art Exhibition” by copywriter Ken Nagai and designer Nao Kimata will be held at Art Spot Korin in Sanjo, Kyoto, from May 12 to 17. The free exhibition offers a relaxed opportunity to enjoy soothing art and poetry, inviting busy people today to rediscover the value of rest.
Companies mentioned：ことばやさん、Art Spot Korin、株式会社オフ企画
Hanamaru Home Pickup Sendai, based in Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture, has launched an expanded purchasing program for electric beds and mattresses from premium bedding brand TEMPUR. It is strengthening its high-value purchasing system by establishing a joint sales channel with SELUNO, a wholesaler and retailer specializing in branded furniture.
Companies mentioned：TEMPUR（テンピュール）、SELUNO
Original株式会社イマジナは、高知県で企業の経営層・人事担当者向けに特別セミナーを開催します。人的資本経営の観点から、若手優秀層を惹きつけるブランド構築と幹部育成の手法を公開し、地方企業の人材強化と定着を支援します。
Companies mentioned：株式会社イマジナ
The winners of the 3rd Isaku Ito Memorial Award have been announced. Hiroko Matsuo received the award for the set design for the opera “The Beautiful Mill Girl.” The award recognizes individuals who have contributed to the development of stage design, and a selection exhibition and awards ceremony will be held.
Companies mentioned：劇団四季、俳優座劇場
The new idol group “FRESH CHARM,” produced by Miori Ichikawa, announced that it will hold its debut live show, “Our Future,” at duo MUSIC EXCHANGE in Shibuya on July 5, 2026 (Sun.). Applications for the ticket lottery are being accepted through May 13 (Wed.).
Tsukimi, a 3-piece rock band from Iwaki, Fukushima Prefecture, released the music video for its new song “CROWN BABY” at 21:00 today. The passionate rock number sings of memories thought to be forgotten and regrets that will not fade. The band will also perform it on its ongoing nationwide tour, “Tsukimi Gyamaburin Great Search.”
Companies mentioned：株式会社Fegment
OriginalWOWOWは、小泉今日子の還暦記念全国ツアー「KK60 ～コイズミ記念館～」から日本武道館公演の模様を7月に独占放送・配信します。これに加え、彼女のライブ、主演映画、舞台、ドラマなどを網羅した大規模な特集も展開し、40年以上のキャリアを振り返る内容です。
Companies mentioned：WOWOW
“のとジン氣,” a craft gin from Noto manufactured and sold by NTG, won Gold and the Country Winner award for Japan in the London Dry Gin category at the WORLD GIN AWARDS 2026. “Palo Cortado Cask Aged Gin,” also imported and sold by the company, won Gold in the Aged Gin category and the top award for Wales. The quality of domestically produced gin made with ingredients from Noto has thus received international recognition.
Companies mentioned：NTG、In the Welsh Wind 蒸留所、TL Pearce 蒸留所、ワールド・ドリンクス・アワード
Certified NPO Shine On! Kids will hold the 202nd Citizen and NPO Exchange Salon online on May 14, introducing its work to bring smiles to hospitalized children. The event offers an opportunity to learn more about efforts to support children battling childhood cancer and serious illnesses, as well as their families, through programs such as facility dogs and Beads of Courage.
Companies mentioned：ＮＰＯ協働機構（コラボ・ジャパン）、新宿NPOネットワーク協議会、新宿区、新宿NPO協働推進センター
Original（株）パステルコミュニケーションが運営するオンライン子育て塾「Nicotto!塾」は、5月に増加する登校しぶりや不登校問題に対応するため、2026年5月13日にオンラインライブ「登校しぶりを最短で解消する！OK対応NG対応ガイド」を開催します。発達科学コミュニケーショントレーナーの横山美穂氏が登壇し、親の関わり方を解説します。
Companies mentioned：（株）パステルコミュニケーション
Wood Design Park Okazaki, an outdoor facility in Okazaki, Aichi Prefecture, will hold the firefly-viewing event “HOTARU NIGHT 2026” on June 14, 2026. Visitors can see the Okazaki Genji firefly, a nationally designated natural monument, and enjoy food trucks and workshops during the day, making this an event to enjoy nature all day long.