Breaking the cycle of “Director, do you have a minute?” to prevent burnout among those in charge. 一般社団法人けあとともに’s grant-funded “On-Site Improvement Program” launches in August 2026.
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一般社団法人けあとともに will launch its grant-funded, six-month “On-Site Improvement Program” in August 2026 to address burnout risks among managers and directors of care and welfare facilities. The program aims to bring leaders and next-generation leaders together to learn and foster organizational autonomy.
VENTURAS signs agreement with Indian educational institution NSHM, strengthens job placement support in Japan, primarily for IT talent, and begins expansion into the Indian market
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VENTURAS partnered with India’s NSHM Academy on May 7, 2026, to strengthen job placement support in Japan for people from India, primarily in IT. The partnership aims to address Japan’s labor shortages and create career opportunities for Indian talent, while accelerating VENTURAS’s international expansion.
[PLAZA exclusive] Introducing a sheet mask featuring the sought-after beauty ingredients “PDRN*² + caffeine*³” from “DERMA LASER,” a skincare brand inspired by laser beauty*¹!
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Quality First Co., Ltd. will launch “Derma Laser Super PDRN + Caffeine 100 Mask,” a sheet mask containing PDRN and caffeine from its skin care brand DERMA LASER, exclusively at PLAZA starting May 14, 2026. The new product is designed to care for skin firmness and elasticity and help tighten the skin.
Major update to “SORA GATE,” a cloud service supporting drone flight management: New project management feature helps standardize operations alongside existing application, record-keeping and safety management functions
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Technobrave Co., Ltd. has significantly updated “SORA GATE,” its cloud service supporting drone flight management, adding a project management feature to its existing application, record-keeping and safety management functions. The update provides strong support for standardizing and visualizing drone operations.
Learn how to prepare for medical fee revisions through patient education videos! Free webinar on May 25
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日本男性看護師會, 谷田病院 and MedicStudio will co-host a free webinar, “Patient Education Videos × Medical Fee Revisions,” on May 25, 2026. The practical program will address the use of patient education videos, a focus of the Reiwa 8 fiscal-year medical fee revisions, and aim to ease concerns among healthcare providers while supporting not only the acquisition of additional fees but also adoption in clinical settings and improved patient satisfaction.
Clinical Organizational Science (COS) does not measure neural activity: How it differs from organizational neuroscience and neuroleadership
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株式会社DroR has published a paper in the international academic journal Frontiers in Psychology clarifying the role of neuroscience in clinical organizational science (COS). COS does not measure brain activity or use neural stimulation; instead, it uses neuroscience as a theoretical framework for explaining behavioral habits and trust-building.
Companies mentioned：株式会社DroR、AAAS、EurekAlert!、Phys.org、Frontiers in Psychology
SynX strengthens cloud security measures through partnership agreement with Cloudflare
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株式会社SynX has signed a reseller partnership with Cloudflare in the security services sector. In response to growing cyber risks accompanying the adoption of AI and the promotion of digital transformation, the partnership combines SynX’s vulnerability assessments and SOC services with Cloudflare’s connectivity cloud to provide more effective, end-to-end cloud security measures. It aims to strengthen support particularly for medium-sized and small businesses and help ensure business continuity.
Japan’s first participation in a national project based on a presidential decree in Uzbekistan: Signing ceremony held among the Syrdarya Regional Government, the Vocational Education Agency and TDG
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株式会社TDGホールディングス has signed an agreement with the Uzbek government on training and sending skilled drivers. The agreement is part of a national project based on a presidential decree in Uzbekistan, and marks the first time a Japanese company has participated.
Turning cars destined for scrapping into canvases, bringing extraordinary experiences to children nationwide: “Rakugaki Car” events to be held at 2 venues in Kurihara, Miyagi Prefecture, and Obihiro, Hokkaido
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株式会社スマイルカンパニー will hold “Rakugaki Car” events, where children freely draw on cars destined for scrapping, using them as canvases. The events will take place in Kurihara, Miyagi Prefecture, on May 17, 2026, and in Obihiro, Hokkaido, on June 14. The aim is to give children a creative outlet and unforgettable memories through this extraordinary experience.
Twilio unveils next-generation platform at SIGNAL2026, begins general availability of infrastructure layer supporting every interaction in the agent era
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At its annual conference SIGNAL2026, Twilio announced next-generation platform capabilities for the AI era. General availability of “Conversation Memory,” “Conversation Orchestrator,” “Conversation Intelligence” and “Agent Connect” begins May 6, transforming fragmented customer touchpoints into enduring, personalized conversational experiences.
High-precision method established for distinguishing ivory from mammoth tusks — quasi-nondestructive analysis using Type I collagen-derived marker peptides
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株式会社ニッピ has developed a new analytical method that combines Type I collagen-derived marker peptides with microsampling technology to distinguish ivory from mammoth tusks with high precision without damaging their appearance. The technology can help prevent fraudulent trade and support the authentication of cultural properties.
Survey of 1,000 middle and high school students and parents: “Well-kept uniforms” make up for less parent-child conversation! What children see as their parents’ “silent affection”
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A survey of 1,024 middle and high school students and their parents conducted by 株式会社トンボ found that, as parent-child conversations decline, “well-kept uniforms” convey parents’ unspoken affection and play an important role in helping them understand their children’s school lives.
株式会社ホーン, operator of solo travel-focused media outlet “ソロトリマガジン,” launches “ソロトリ,” a platform for corporate employee benefits and individual accommodation matching centered on solo travel
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株式会社ホーン has launched “ソロトリ,” a platform combining corporate employee benefits with accommodation matching for individuals, drawing on insights from its solo travel-focused media outlet “ソロトリマガジン.” It has begun a pilot project in the Izu area, aiming to increase weekday occupancy rates and improve employee well-being.
BXテンパル株式会社 achieves zero emissions at its Saitama and Ibaraki plants
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BXテンパル株式会社 has achieved “zero emissions” at its Saitama and Ibaraki plants, eliminating the incineration and landfill disposal of industrial waste. The achievement is part of the BXグループ environmental vision “Blue neXpand 2050” and was made possible through thorough waste sorting and recycling, helping reduce environmental impact and costs.
Mobile battery rental service “Juren” introduced at all 23 Yodobashi Camera stores
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JUREN株式会社 has completed the rollout of its mobile battery rental service “Juren” at all 23 Yodobashi Camera stores nationwide. Smartphone users can now easily rent and return batteries while out and about without worrying about running out of charge, significantly improving convenience.
[First in Fukuoka Prefecture’s 久留米市] New system to provide ongoing support for civic activities in the works
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The “Kurume Civic Activity Partnership Fund” has been established in Fukuoka Prefecture’s 久留米市, and crowdfunding has begun. In partnership with 久留米市, 公益財団法人ちくご川コミュニティ財団 will support civic groups facing challenges such as funding shortages for 5 years.
Horiemon to hold special seminar on real estate × AI
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ClassLab., イタンジ and Takafumi Horie of Horiemon AI School will jointly hold a special seminar at “Rental Housing Fair 2026 Tokyo” on the future of real estate and AI. The seminar will focus on how AI is transforming real estate operations and advancing digital transformation.
AI business OS “BuildOS” for the construction industry opens for preregistration — fully automates invoice matching and inventory management for leasing companies with AI
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株式会社Leach has opened preregistration for “BuildOS,” an AI business OS for leasing and rental companies in the construction industry. The system aims to significantly improve operational efficiency by automating administrative tasks such as invoice matching and inventory management with AI.
Survey on cost management in the construction industry: Rising material prices have cut profit margins at about 70% of companies, while fewer than 10% have passed on costs
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A survey on cost management in the construction industry conducted by 株式会社アイピア found that rising material prices have reduced profit margins at about 70% of companies, while fewer than 10% have been able to pass on the costs. The findings highlight the need for real-time cost management.
AppTweak to hold global event “AppTweak Amplify” in Tokyo for the first time
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AppTweak, a leading company in app marketing and ASO, will hold its global event “AppTweak Amplify” in Tokyo for the first time on May 26, 2026. Key figures from Japan and overseas will share practical approaches to app growth, including the latest ASO strategies and ways to use Apple Ads.
Notice of headquarters relocation and establishment of South Korea branch by サイトキャッチャー株式会社
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サイトキャッチャー株式会社 relocated its headquarters in March 2026 and established a Korean subsidiary to strengthen cross-border M&A support in Asia. This signals the company’s international expansion and growth strategy as an M&A platform.
[May 31] 10 years since the G7 Ise-Shima Summit. Commemorative forum in 志摩市, 三重県, to discuss prospects for the future!
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A commemorative forum marking 10 years since the G7 Ise-Shima Summit will be held in 志摩市, 三重県, on May 31. Summit participants will be invited to look back on past experiences and discuss the future development of the region.
株式会社リィ (Lii) earned 7 external recognitions from FY2025 through April 2026, spanning multiple areas including business innovation, its distinctive corporate culture and well-being. The results reflect Lii’s philosophy, “Move your body, and everything starts moving,” bearing fruit in business growth, workplace initiatives and diverse ways of working.
Certified NPO AYA announces trademark registration of its organization name and logo
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Certified NPO AYA announced that it has completed trademark registration of its organization name and logo, establishing an intellectual property foundation for expanding its activities. The organization will strengthen its efforts to address disparities in access to experiences among children with illnesses or disabilities.
株式会社ウィルネクスト releases “Recruitment Process KPI Management Sheet 2026 Edition” for free — supports 4 channels and automatically calculates conversion rates to quickly identify recruitment bottlenecks
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株式会社ウィルネクスト has released its 2026 edition recruitment process KPI management sheet for free in response to intensifying competition for talent. The practical tool supports 4 channels, automatically calculates conversion rates and quickly identifies recruitment bottlenecks.
Launch of a certified installer program for “Shell-WALL®,” exterior wall renovations that keep going despite material shortages
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S-CRAFT株式会社 has launched a certified installer program for U.S.-made resin siding “Shell-WALL®” in response to material shortages. It will provide training, material supplies and promotional support to improve profitability and expand the exterior wall renovation market.
[Para Powerlifting] Information on the 9th Challenge Cup Kyoto Tournament and media coverage
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The 日本パラ・パワーリフティング連盟 will hold the 9th Challenge Cup Kyoto Tournament on May 30 and 31, 2026. The event will serve as the final selection opportunity to secure a place at the Asian Para Games, with many notable athletes from Japan and abroad taking part.
[川崎ブレイブサンダース × カーシーカシマ] Fan-participation clothing collection event to be held
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カーシーカシマ株式会社 collected about 400 garments through a fan-participation clothing collection at an event for professional basketball team 川崎ブレイブサンダース. The collected clothing will be upcycled into new uniform materials and original merchandise.
A new kind of pin badge that brings out its appeal with depth and shine! “凸デコ缶バッジ” now available through ODM [株式会社トランス]
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株式会社トランス has begun ODM sales of “凸デコ缶バッジ,” a new kind of pin badge combining dimensional specialty printing with the shine of foil. It will offer visually striking, high-value merchandise for the fan and otaku markets.
株式会社フロンティアコンサルティング has relocated its Sapporo Branch to accommodate additional staff amid business expansion. It will begin operating at the new address on May 11, 2026, with no changes to its phone or fax numbers.
Cruise ship “にっぽん丸” retires after completing its final voyage
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商船三井クルーズ’s cruise ship “にっぽん丸” brought its 35-year history to a close, with a retirement ceremony held at 横浜港. “MITSUI OCEAN FUJI” and “MITSUI OCEAN SAKURA,” scheduled to enter service in September 2026, will carry on the tradition of “beautiful voyages in Japan.”
Pursuing “profit” in the luxury market: an “AI agent” strategy as management infrastructure, built on world-class hospitality education*
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SEYMOUR INSTITUTE株式会社 will implement an “AI agent management infrastructure” model to pursue profits in the luxury market for affluent customers, built on world-class hospitality education. Drawing on successful AI investment cases in the financial services market, it aims to establish a market advantage by enabling autonomous decision-making, customer engagement and revenue planning across the hospitality industry.
Companies mentioned：SEYMOUR INSTITUTE 株式会社、Les Roches、Google Cloud
ヒューマンライフコード reaches strategic partnership agreement with Abu Dhabi Biobank
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ヒューマンライフコード株式会社 has entered into a strategic partnership with Abu Dhabi Biobank. The collaboration will advance the manufacture, development and clinical application of umbilical cord-derived mesenchymal stromal cells (UC-MSCs) in the UAE and MENA region, with the aim of promoting regenerative medicine. The partnership gives concrete form to a basic agreement reached in March 2026.
Companies mentioned：ヒューマンライフコード株式会社、アブダビ保健局（Department of Health – Abu Dhabi）、M42、アブダビ・バイオバンク（Abu Dhabi Biobank）
瀬戸内と株式会社 enters into capital and business alliance with クレジオ・パートナーズ株式会社
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瀬戸内と株式会社 and クレジオ・パートナーズ株式会社 have entered into a capital and business alliance. The partnership aims to revitalize the regional economy by providing entrepreneurs in the 瀬戸内 area with consistent support, from funding to advanced financial assistance, including M&A.
[町田市 × ゼロプレイス] Case study released on interactive gachapon at the “2026 Machida Cherry Blossom Festival” and “Machida Glass & Ceramics Market,” showing how it encourages visitor participation and circulation
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株式会社ゼロプレイス announced that it ran an interactive, participatory gachapon initiative at the “2026 Machida Cherry Blossom Festival” and “Machida Glass & Ceramics Market” held in 町田市. The initiative helped increase visitor participation and survey response rates, contributing to the vitality of local events.
Jeju Air to operate Kobe–Seoul (Incheon) route daily from June 11
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Jeju Air will begin daily service on the Kobe–Seoul (Incheon) route from June 11. To mark the new route, it will run promotions including airfare discounts, bonus points and a gift card drawing.
[道の駅 中条] Summer-only menu featuring chilled local specialty “おぶっこ” goes on sale May 15!
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道の駅 中条 will offer “冷やしおぶっこ,” a summer-style take on the local specialty “おぶっこ,” for a limited time from May 15 to September 30, 2026. It comes in 2 varieties, pumpkin soup and soy milk soup, and is served in a dipping-noodle style. The dish also features tofu made with 西山大豆, a local specialty.
HISTORIC to exhibit at BWJ Tokyo 2026 with the largest presence in the eyelash zone. Interactive “HISTORIC HOUSE” booth will feature popular guests
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HISTORIC will exhibit at BWJ Tokyo 2026 with the largest presence in the eyelash zone and showcase its interactive “HISTORIC HOUSE” booth. Popular YouTuber ありしゃん and makeup creator マリリン will appear, sharing salon management know-how and presenting a special makeup show. The company will also offer previews and sales of new products, giving visitors a brand experience.
It’s about more than “using celebrities.” From casting and beyond, we handle it all. New service “タレント∞リンク” launches
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株式会社シオン has launched “タレント∞リンク,” a new service that supports companies in solving challenges and achieving results, starting with talent casting. Going beyond simply engaging talent, it provides end-to-end support from planning and PR to securing business opportunities, leveraging a network of more than 1,000 talents a year and over 30 years of program production experience.
[いばらきフラワーパーク × BEB5土浦] Collaboration event “A Season of Hydrangeas, Sparkling with Raindrops,” featuring spring roses and hydrangeas, begins June 1
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いばらきフラワーパーク and BEB5土浦 are collaborating to present “A Season of Hydrangeas Shimmering with Dew” from June 1 to July 17. The retreat experience offers a feast for the senses, with spring roses and hydrangeas in bloom together, floral designer-supervised spaces, seasonal gourmet food and limited-time activities.
2026 Ranking of Kimono Choices People Regret: Moving Toward an Era of “Choosing by More Than Price”
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“レンタル衣裳マイセレクト,” operated by 株式会社LIN, surveyed 100 women in their 30s to 50s about choosing a kimono. The survey revealed a tendency to prioritize not only price but also how the kimono looks in photos and ease of preparation, pointing to areas for service improvements.
塩川洋介, known for FGO and Kingdom Hearts, to speak. Free seminar on May 14: “You Don’t Need Talent to Make Games Fun: A 3-Step Formula for Creating Fun”
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株式会社コンフィデンス・インターワークス will hold a free online seminar on May 14, 2026, featuring game director 塩川洋介 and focusing on “You Don’t Need Talent to Make Games Fun.” Against the backdrop of a talent shortage in the game development industry, the seminar will offer next-generation creators logical methods for building engaging games and support their skills development.
丸紅I-DIGIO and Google Cloud agree to strategic partnership for industrial transformation through Agentic AI
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丸紅I-DIGIO and Google Cloud have agreed to a strategic partnership aimed at industrial transformation using Agentic AI. 丸紅I-DIGIO will put AI into practice within the 丸紅グループ as a “client zero” and share its insights with customers, contributing to business growth across Japan.
GCP audit seminar to boost “efficiency” in the era of revised ICH-GCP
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アイアール技術者教育研究所 will hold a GCP audit seminar on June 26, 2026, aimed at boosting “efficiency” in the era of revised ICH-GCP. Participants will learn about quality management from an ISO9001 perspective and gain practical knowledge of GCP audit procedures and key points for vendor audits.
【Among the industry’s lowest prices】 “ONEデジ®Document” begins integration with スマレジ — cut administrative costs for food service, retail and service businesses, starting at 3,000 yen per month
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The electronic contract service “ONEデジ®Document,” provided by リーテックス, has begun integration with スマレジ. Available for 3,000 yen per month, it significantly reduces contract administration costs for food service, retail and service businesses.
<Survey on work styles of female consultants and SEs> The most common reason for wanting flexible work arrangements, cited by over 70%, is “physical and mental health and work-life balance”; about 47% of users of reduced-hours work aspire to career advancement to PM or higher
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A survey on work styles conducted by 株式会社ライフ＆ワークス among female consultants and SEs found that the most common reason for wanting flexible work arrangements, cited by over 70%, was “physical and mental health and work-life balance.” About 47% of those working reduced hours aspire to career advancement to PM or higher, highlighting the need for companies to improve not only their systems but also how they are implemented.
Tickets for Aikatsu Academy!’s “2nd Anniversary LIVE” go on advance lottery sale today, May 11 (Monday), from 10 a.m.! Soleil (星宮いちご, 霧矢あおい and 紫吹 蘭) is also confirmed as a guest performer!
BeeX unveils a case study on supporting アスクル’s migration to “SAP S/4HANA®,” one of Japan’s largest
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BeeX has published a case study on migrating アスクル’s core system for one of Japan’s largest e-commerce sites from “SAP ERP” to “SAP S/4HANA” on AWS, completing the migration in just 21 hours. With SAP ERP maintenance set to end in 2027, BeeX offers its “BeeX Swifty Moving Service” to support corporate digital transformation.
Leading fermented-food company マルコメ株式会社 adopts health management system “mediment”
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マルコメ株式会社, a leading fermented-food company, has adopted “mediment,” a cloud-based health management system from メディフォン株式会社. The system will help centralize and streamline health checkup results and labor management for approximately 1,000 employees, advancing health-focused management.
【2026 Travel Survey】Despite high prices, “3 or more trips a year” is the most common plan. Meanwhile, rising prices affect decisions for over 60%. “Travel benefits” boost travel motivation for about 90%
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According to a 2026 travel survey conducted by 株式会社リゾートワークス, despite high prices, more than 70% plan to travel at least 1 time a year, with “3 or more trips a year” the most common response. However, about 60% said high prices affect their travel decisions, and about 30% of overseas trips were abandoned or are under consideration due to the weak yen and rising airfares. Meanwhile, about 90% said accommodation discounts through employee benefits would increase their desire to travel.
【梅乃宿酒造】Nara sake brewery 梅乃宿酒造 collaborates with 堀内果実園, a fruit-growing specialist in Nara’s Yoshino! Original parfait made with 梅乃宿’s “大人の果肉の沼” to be served at 堀内果実園’s 4 Kansai locations starting May 18
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梅乃宿酒造 is collaborating with 堀内果実園, a fruit-growing specialist in Nara, to launch “沼る大人の贅沢パフェ,” an original parfait made with the popular fruit liqueur “大人の果肉の沼,” at 堀内果実園’s 4 Kansai locations starting May 18, 2026. The initiative is part of the “奈良エクスペリエン酒” project, which aims to showcase the appeal of sake and Nara.
パーソル総合研究所 has announced its “Work Social Listening” report for the second half of FY2025. “Profitable-company layoffs” ranked No. 1 in growth in posts, as workforce reductions at companies with strong results drew attention on social media. Discussions about foreign workers, work styles and gender also intensified, reflecting growing interest in structural issues in Japan’s labor market.
Skincare brand “VINÉSIME (ヴィネジム),” born at a prestigious Burgundy winery, now available through “UNCORK,” the e-commerce site operated by 株式会社モトックス
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株式会社モトックス, a specialty alcohol trading company, has begun selling “VINÉSIME (ヴィネジム),” a skincare brand from a Burgundy winery, through its e-commerce site “UNCORK.” The products apply the philosophy of wine to skincare and make use of natural grape-derived ingredients.
【UGREEN】Consumer NAS and technology expansion products rank No. 1 worldwide in annual shipments in 2025
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UGREEN announced that it ranked No. 1 worldwide in annual shipments of consumer NAS and technology expansion products in 2025. Its NAS products raised more than 1 billion yen through crowdfunding, and AI-equipped NAS products are also attracting attention.
【舎鈴】Summer favorite “冷やかけ” returns! Available for a limited time starting May 13 (Wednesday). Last year’s hit “茗荷冷やかけ” is also on the menu.
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Ramen chain 舎鈴 will begin offering its summer favorite “冷やかけ” for a limited time starting May 13. The popular “茗荷冷やかけ” from last year is also returning, featuring a specially made soup and medium-thick noodles with a salty, savory flavor.
4 members of the social experimentation community “DICT” appointed specially appointed research fellows at Hosei University Graduate School!!
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4 members of the social experimentation community “DICT” have been appointed specially appointed research fellows at Hosei University Graduate School. By combining practice and research, they aim to address social issues and foster innovation in areas including organizational development, local governance and AI use.
Study Pocket, in collaboration with Bunkeido, has developed the AI hint feature “Otasuke AI: Just-Right Hint-kun” for the new 2026 academic year teaching materials “Natsu ni Challenge Light.” The feature supports independent learning among children, and the initiative will be presented at the Tokyo EDIX exhibition.
Walking dogs on rainy days: 37.5% say “We go if it’s only a light rain” | 200 owners share their criteria, useful items and ways to spend time at home【KONOKOTO TOMONI】
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『コノコトトモニ』, operated by 株式会社ゆずず, surveyed 200 adult men and women who own dogs about “walking their dogs on rainy days.” The results showed that the most common response, at 37.5%, was “We go if it’s only a light rain, but not if it’s raining heavily,” revealing that many owners make flexible decisions about walks depending on the rainfall.
GUGA certifies a course developed and planned by Artis Solutions, which supports workforce development and business efficiency, as a “Generative AI Passport” exam-preparation course
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GUGA (the General Incorporated Association for the Promotion of Generative AI Use) has certified the “Generative AI Passport Exam Preparation Course,” developed and planned by Artis Solutions, as a preparation course for the association’s “Generative AI Passport” certification exam. The initiative supports workforce development and business efficiency at companies and promotes the safe use of generative AI.
Korean cuisine is gaining popularity! New ＜Mandū＞ and ＜Microwave Mandū＞ products from “AJINOMOTO BRAND Gyoza,” the No. 1 seller for 29 consecutive years※1
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Ajinomoto Frozen Foods, focusing on the growing popularity of Korean cuisine, will launch its new “AJINOMOTO BRAND Gyoza” ＜Mandū＞ and ＜Microwave Mandū＞ nationwide on June 7, 2026. The products were developed to let people easily enjoy the flavors of Korean dumplings, or mandū, at home in Japan.
XGIMI’s new slim 4K projector “Elfin Flip 4K” selected for the model room at THE GRANDUO HANEGI, a luxury rental property in Setagaya, Tokyo
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XGIMI has installed projectors, including its new “Elfin Flip 4K,” in a luxury rental property model room in Setagaya, Tokyo. The installation presents a free-spirited viewing experience not tied to a television and promotes a new lifestyle.
New ＜Pork and Vegetable Rice Bowl Topping with Sauce＞ featuring 4 kinds of vegetables and pork belly in a seafood salt sauce
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味の素冷凍食品株式会社 will launch its new frozen food product “Pork and Vegetable Rice Bowl Topping,” made with 4 kinds of vegetables and pork belly in a seafood salt sauce, nationwide from June 7, 2026. As a convenient frozen rice bowl topping for enjoying vegetables and meat, it meets the needs of the expanding frozen rice bowl topping market and senior consumers.
【Koh Gen Do】Supporting the makeup team led by UMA WANG’s key makeup artist Asami Kawai at the 2026-2027 Fall/Winter Paris Collections. Timeless beauty supported by Koh Gen Do.
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Koh Gen Do supported UMA WANG’s makeup team at the 2026-2027 Fall/Winter Paris Collections. Key makeup artist Asami Kawai used Koh Gen Do products to create a look expressing timeless beauty.
【SEKIYA RESORT】Signs internship agreement with インドネシア教育大学
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SEKIYA RESORT has signed an internship agreement with インドネシア教育大学 to develop internationally minded tourism professionals. The agreement will promote responses to diverse values in Beppu’s lodging industry, practical learning for students and deeper cross-cultural understanding.
Companies mentioned：株式会社SEKIYA RESORT、インドネシア教育大学、Great Place to Work® Institute Japan
【Shaved ice from ¥390】Get a head start on summer at DONDON亭!! Shaved ice is here!! Starting 5/12 (Tue), all 6 varieties go on sale, including the hugely popular “Authentic Matcha Shaved Ice,” created in collaboration with Tsujiri Tea House!!
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Okonomiyaki restaurant DONDON亭 will begin selling 6 varieties of shaved ice for a limited time from May 12, 2026, including “Authentic Matcha Shaved Ice,” a collaboration product with Tsujiri Tea House. The lineup also includes a new premium series and classic flavors to bring an early taste of summer.
【CREO / Free rebroadcast】Webinar: “What Makes Products Resonate with Consumers? Lessons from Hit Products” 2026/5/11–5/22
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株式会社クレオ will rebroadcast the free online seminar “What Makes Products Resonate with Consumers? Lessons from Hit Products” from May 11 to May 22, 2026. The seminar explains the importance of marketing strategies that resonate with consumers in a market facing a declining birthrate, an aging population and rising prices.
Free distribution of “Salt Charge Tablets,” provided to a cumulative total of approximately 31,000 schools over 8 years as part of an awareness campaign promoting “hydration + mineral* replenishment” for children and students
Addressing concerns specific to women before menstruation. New functional food product 【Femmin Femcare × Sleep】
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Ito Kampo Pharmaceutical will launch “Femmin Femcare × Sleep,” a food with function claims that supports premenstrual mood and sleep quality, on May 11, 2026. It contains ingredients derived from lafuuma and addresses concerns specific to women.
For frequent urination and urinary leakage. New herbal medicine 【Goshajinkigan Tablets】 containing 10 types of medicinal herbs
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Ito Kampo Pharmaceutical will launch “Goshajinkigan Tablets,” an herbal medicine for people experiencing frequent urination or urinary leakage, on May 11, 2026. It contains 10 types of medicinal herbs and features a small pack size that is easy to try and easy-to-swallow tablets.
【New feature】Reduce the burden of collecting meeting preferences and coordinating schedules! “Scheduling Coordination” feature launched
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VISH株式会社 launched the new “Scheduling Coordination” feature on May 11, 2026, for its “Enshien System + Bus Catch” ICT system for kindergartens, nursery schools and certified childcare centers. The feature reduces the burden of coordinating meeting schedules with parents and supports greater work efficiency for teachers.
Stretches out smoothly just like natural lashes※1! Couture Up’s lengthening mascara gets improved curl power and launches in a refreshed formula!
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株式会社エリザベス will relaunch the lengthening mascara from the “Couture Up” brand, jointly developed with 日本ドラッグチェーン会・NID, on June 1, 2026. It will debut in a stylish new package with improved curl and staying power.
AIG General Insurance takes the overall No. 1 spot for the first time in the 2026 Oricon Customer Satisfaction Survey for overseas travel insurance
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AIG General Insurance has taken the overall No. 1 spot for the first time in the overseas travel insurance category of the 2026 Oricon Customer Satisfaction Survey. It ranked No. 1 in 3 areas—product details, support system and staff service—with its unlimited coverage plan and 24/365 Japanese-language support receiving high marks.
Collaboration announced between “Mononoke the Movie: Chapter Three — Snake God” and CHABAR!
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PEARL LADY CHA BAR, operated by 株式会社ネットタワー, has announced a campaign in collaboration with “Mononoke the Movie: Chapter Three — Snake God,” opening on May 29, 2026. The campaign will feature collaboration drinks and a giveaway of movie tickets on Instagram.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ネットタワー、PEARL LADY CHA BAR、ツインエンジン、スタジオカフカ、EOTA、avex trax
Kairos Marketing to speak at conference explaining how to make decisions about AI use
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Kairos Marketing announced that its COO, Noriyuki Shirai, will speak at an online conference explaining how to make decisions about AI use. He will share practical criteria for determining the division of roles between AI and people, addressing challenges faced by companies dealing with ongoing labor shortages as they adopt AI.
【AI video production service Video Craft case study】富士産業株式会社 adopts Video Craft to create internal training and e-learning materials
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株式会社Stand Technologies’ AI video production service “Video Craft” has been adopted by 富士産業株式会社 for creating internal training and e-learning materials. The service addresses challenges related to video production workload and multilingual support, helping create an efficient training environment.
Refuel after Golden Week! New items featuring popular yakiniku cuts “skirt steak × offal” are here! From 5/11 (Mon), “Pork Skirt Steak and Beef Offal Yakiniku Sutadon” and “Pork Skirt Steak and Beef Offal Yakiniku Abura Soba” go on sale at Densetsu no Sutadonya locations nationwide!
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Densetsu no Sutadonya, operated by 株式会社アントワークス, will launch two new dishes nationwide for a limited time starting May 11, 2026, as a post-Golden Week energy boost: the Pork Skirt Steak and Beef Offal Yakiniku Sutadon and the Pork Skirt Steak and Beef Offal Yakiniku Abura Soba. Both feature popular yakiniku cuts: pork skirt steak and beef offal.
Online lottery themed around pastry chefs from the TV anime “Play It Cool, Guys” goes on sale May 11 (Monday)!
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株式会社サトクリフ will begin selling an online lottery themed around the TV anime “Play It Cool, Guys” through its online lottery service Kuji Cliff starting May 11, 2026. Prizes include cushions and acrylic stands featuring newly drawn illustrations and mini characters.
【VT COSMETICS】New “Pro CICA Point Patch” with microneedles, an evolution of the popular spot patch!
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Korean skincare brand VT COSMETICS will begin rolling out its new “Pro CICA Point Patch,” an upgraded version of its popular spot patch featuring microneedles, nationwide starting May 7, 2026. The product is designed to provide targeted care to areas of concern using CICA ingredients and microneedles.
Photoruction to exhibit at “Construction and Architecture DX EXPO 2026 Spring Osaka”
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Photoruction will exhibit at “Construction and Architecture DX EXPO 2026 Spring Osaka,” to be held at INTEX Osaka in May 2026. The company will showcase solutions for advancing digital transformation at construction sites, centered on its construction management cloud service Photoruction. CEO Nakajima will speak at 2 special sessions, including a joint presentation with Okumura Corporation, discussing case studies of construction DX adoption and workforce development.
NPO to be established in post-earthquake Noto to support new ways of working for women; “Nakanoto Women’s Livelihood Lab” launches in Nakanoto Town
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In the Noto region after the earthquake, the NPO “andNOTO” (tentative name), which supports new ways of working for women, has been established, and the “Nakanoto Women’s Livelihood Lab” has launched in Nakanoto Town. The initiative aims to revitalize the local economy by matching local businesses with women workers and creating an environment where people raising children can work more easily.
1 month to go｜A must-attend for marketers｜Opening June 18: leading marketers from Asahi Breweries, Ajinomoto and others discuss “how to replicate hits”
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The Distribution Economics Institute of Japan will hold the Ryuken Marketer Forum 2026 starting June 18 for product development and marketing professionals at manufacturers, wholesalers and retailers. Marketers from leading companies including Asahi Breweries and Ajinomoto will take part and discuss how to replicate the success of hit products.
World’s first CAE tool developed to visualize the most critical control points in automotive assembly
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JSOL launched the world’s first CAE tool, “JWELD CpAnalyzer,” on May 11, 2026. The tool analyzes the effects of dimensional variation in automotive assembly and visualizes the most critical control points. It helps identify quality issues at the design stage, contributing to shorter development lead times and lower costs.
Extremely rare! Fully ripe “Peach Pineapples” shipped directly from Iriomote Island by アララガマ農園
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楽彩株式会社 will begin taking preorders on May 11, 2026, for fully ripe “Peach Pineapples” grown by アララガマ農園 on Iriomote Island, Okinawa Prefecture. Accounting for less than 1% of domestic distribution, these rare pineapples are characterized by their rich sweetness and peach-like aroma and will be shipped directly from the farm.
SecureNavi to support startups with SOC 2 Type 1 compliance at no cost for up to 3 months
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SecureNavi株式会社 has added the SOC 2 compliance platform “Fit&Gap” to its “Startup Support Plan,” which provides startups with SOC 2 Type 1 compliance support free of charge for up to 3 months. This will enable startups to obtain SOC 2 reports quickly and affordably, which are necessary for expanding business with major and overseas companies.
Applications open May 11 (Monday) for the first 2026 cohort of “SchoolTakt Certified Master”
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株式会社コードタクト has opened applications for the first 2026 cohort of “SchoolTakt Certified Master,” a program certifying proficiency in using the classroom support cloud service SchoolTakt. To support teachers’ learning, the number of opportunities to take the Silver certification exam has been increased, and the cumulative number of certified participants has exceeded 300.
Internal Affairs and Communications Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi visits ispace EUROPE, the company’s European base
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ispace welcomed a Japanese delegation led by Internal Affairs and Communications Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi to ispace EUROPE, its European base in Luxembourg. The visit aimed to strengthen ties between Japan and Luxembourg in space exploration. The company presented its lunar missions, the new business concept “Luna Connect Service,” the MAGPIE project and the development status of its lunar rover.
Collabostyle releases 2 new commercials for its “Collaboflow” workflow system, featuring Eiichiro Funakoshi and comedy duo Laland
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株式会社コラボスタイル has released 2 new commercials for its cloud workflow system “Collaboflow.” Featuring actor Eiichiro Funakoshi and comedy duo Laland, the commercials will also begin running as taxi advertisements and on elevator signage across 36 prefectures in Japan.
Amazon, Meta, Microsoft, Salesforce and Stripe join the Universal Commerce Protocol (UCP) Tech Council
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Shopify Japan announced that Amazon, Meta, Microsoft, Salesforce and Stripe have joined the Universal Commerce Protocol (UCP) Tech Council. UCP advances an open standard for agentic commerce through collaboration between AI agents and businesses. The participation of major industry companies will enhance consistency and interoperability in commerce experiences.
Companies mentioned：Amazon、Meta、Microsoft、Salesforce、Stripe、Google、Shopify、Etsy、Target、Wayfair、Shopify Japan
Braze selected for implementation at Paddle, operator of the cryptocurrency rewards app “BitWalk,” to help strengthen its customer engagement platform.
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Braze株式会社 has deployed its customer engagement platform at 株式会社Paddle, which operates the cryptocurrency rewards app “BitWalk.” With AI-powered personalized, real-time notifications, Paddle will work to improve user retention and accelerate its global expansion.
Toward a decarbonized society by 2050! Joint purchasing sign-ups open to help businesses adopt renewable energy, in partnership with 33 municipalities in the Tokyo metropolitan area
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株式会社エナーバンク, in partnership with 33 municipalities in the Tokyo metropolitan area, has opened applications for a joint renewable electricity purchasing project for businesses, targeting the start of electricity supply in April 2027. Using the electricity reverse auction “Eneoku,” the project supports companies in achieving their environmental goals by delivering both cost savings and decarbonization.
株式会社ラクス opened an Okayama sales office on May 11, 2026. Through its flagship cloud service 楽楽クラウド, the company will support businesses in the Chugoku region in improving operational efficiency and productivity, aiming to help address labor shortages.
Toward a decarbonized society by 2050! 2026 project launched to help businesses in 札幌市 adopt renewable electricity
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株式会社エナーバンク, in partnership with 札幌市, began accepting applications on May 11, 2026, for the “SAPP‿RO Renewable Energy Joint Purchasing Project,” aimed at achieving a decarbonized society by 2050. Using the electricity reverse auction “Eneoku,” the project will help businesses in 札幌市 procure electricity from renewable sources at lower cost.
Anxiety over children's reluctance to go to school emerges after the Golden Week break
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株式会社タオ reported a sharp increase in free LINE consultations with learning advisors for its digital learning materials, Tenjin, about children's reluctance to go to school after the Golden Week break. The company strengthened its consultation system in fiscal 2025, with specialists responding to concerns about school refusal and developmental and learning characteristics.
A new standard for research sites, shaped by human-robot collaboration: Online lecture on laboratory automation
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第一工業製薬 will present practical case studies on introducing collaborative robots at research sites at an online seminar to be held on May 28, 2026. The important event will focus on laboratory automation and introduce ways to improve operational efficiency and address labor shortages.
Electricity locally produced and consumed: Project launches in Odawara using reverse power flow from solar-plus-storage batteries
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REXEV has launched a locally produced and consumed electricity project in Odawara, Kanagawa Prefecture, using reverse power flow from solar-plus-storage batteries. In partnership with 東京電力グループ, Kyocera and others, it is contributing to the creation of Japan's first city-level platform and aims to use local renewable energy efficiently and generate revenue.