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OriginalSanwa Supply 將於 5 月下旬推出垂直 L 型 USB Type-C 轉接頭，支援 40Gbps 高速傳輸、240W 充電與 8K 影像輸出。
Companies mentioned：サンワサプライ株式会社
Village Vanguard's online store has opened limited-time preorders for the 8th “Panda! Go, Panda!” merchandise collection, including everyday items such as ballpoint pens, reusable bags and magnets. Preorders are open now through May 25, 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ヴィレッジヴァンガードコーポレーション、株式会社GreenFlash
Yama to Keikoku Publishing will release the first photo book by popular rescue-cat photographer Yoshinori Miyoshi, Footprints in the Sunshine: Miracles of Rescue Cats, on May 13, 2026. 3% of sales will be donated to animal protection organizations across Japan through 公益社団法人アニマル・ドネーション, helping support rescue cats.
Companies mentioned：株式会社山と溪谷社、インプレスグループ、株式会社インプレスホールディングス、公益社団法人アニマル・ドネーション
KADOKAWA released the latest, Vol. 28 of the popular children's book series Fear Collector, which has surpassed 1 million copies in cumulative sales, and unveiled a visual for its TV anime adaptation, scheduled to begin airing in October 2026. A new horror series by Midori Sato and Norio Tsuruta is also introduced.
Companies mentioned：株式会社KADOKAWA、NHK、NEP
OriginalKADOKAWAは、AI時代の人材育成に焦点を当てた新刊『マンガで体感！ 調和力で人を動かす トラストコーチング』を2026年5月13日に発売。本書は、叱るでも放任でもない「信頼」に基づくコミュニケーション術をマンガで学べる一冊で、上司やリーダーの育成課題に応える。
Companies mentioned：株式会社KADOKAWA、トラストコーチング
株式会社かぐづち staged a fire performance and LED light show in Shimonoseki City, promoting the nighttime economy in conjunction with a drone show. It has released a video of the event to strengthen tourism partnerships with local governments across Japan.
Companies mentioned：株式会社かぐづち
On April 22, 2026, a “Job Hunting Basics Seminar” was held at Hello Work Nagoya-Minami, explaining the “Workplace-Friendly Certification System.” In a first, 3 certified companies promoted themselves, and a job consultation session was held at the same time. The event aims to deepen job seekers' understanding of driver positions and support recruitment in the transport industry.
Companies mentioned：一般財団法人日本海事協会
Staffing services company サンキョウテクノスタッフ will host a free volleyball event for children in Hachioji on June 21, featuring former Japan national team players Motoko Obayashi and Chie Tsuji. The event aims to promote local sports and nurture the next generation.
Companies mentioned：サンキョウテクノスタッフ、工学院大学附属中学校・高等学校、山梨中央銀行
Fukutsu City, Fukuoka Prefecture, will hold the 16th Fukutsu Sea Bream Chazuke Festival from May 15 to June 28. 16 restaurants will serve a variety of signature dishes made with fresh sea bream caught in the Genkai Sea after the fishing season reopens, alongside a stamp rally.
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人ひかりのみちDMO福津、おいしい福津実行委員会
IT company Ateam Holdings will sponsor the CKD Invitational: Golf's Future 2026, to be held in Aichi Prefecture, as an official sponsor. The event brings together golf legends, amateurs and juniors to pass on the appeal of golf to the next generation, aligning with Ateam's purpose: “Making the world more convenient and enjoyable through Creativity × Tech.”
Companies mentioned：中日新聞社、中日スポーツ、CKD、日本特殊陶業、大和証券、NGK、OWNER’S GOLF CLUB、オリエンタルクリニック、GOLF SPARK、新菱冷熱工業、住友理工、大同特殊鋼、中央工機、福玉精穀倉庫、三井住友銀行、明治電機工業
RX Japan will hold the 25th General Affairs, HR and Accounting Week in Tokyo in June 2026, bringing together 9 specialized exhibitions and 120 expert seminars to discuss back-office DX and human capital management.
Companies mentioned：RX Japan合同会社
株式会社主婦の友社 will release the mook A Model Guide to “Living with Less” on May 14, 2026. It introduces the practices and ideas of minimalists making waves on social media, offering tips to help readers find a way of life that suits them.
Companies mentioned：株式会社主婦の友社、株式会社Cｰパブリッシング サービス
Skycom's electronic contract service SkySign® has been upgraded, enhancing notification features and optimizing the mobile interface. It supports sending personalized document notifications to up to 1,000 recipients.
Companies mentioned：株式会社スカイコム
A survey by a telephone answering service company found that 66% of customer service staff have an “oshi” fandom interest, which serves as an important source of motivation and helps maintain service quality, while effectively reducing the high turnover rate in the call center industry.
Companies mentioned：電話代行服務株式会社
To celebrate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States, USPS has invited Ralph Lauren to curate “American Icons,” a commemorative stamp series, and is also launching a collaborative apparel collection.
Companies mentioned：米国郵政公社 (USPS)、ラルフ ローレン 合同会社、ラルフ ローレン コーポレーション
A Shogakukan survey reveals a significant perception gap among elementary school teachers, childcare workers and parents during the transition from preschool to elementary school, stemming from a lack of dialogue rather than conflict.
Companies mentioned：株式会社小学館
Buffalo Inc. will run a monitor campaign for its WAPM-AX4R enterprise access point, which supports Wi-Fi 6, from May 13 to June 3, 2026. The product features roaming support to eliminate Wi-Fi dropouts and help advance DX.
Original調查顯示超過九成男女會改變對心儀對象的 LINE 內容，首重配合對方回覆速度與頻率。
Companies mentioned：株式会社アイベック
Originalバッファローは、介護付き有料老人ホーム「ウェルライフ郡山」が、施設移転と同時に法人向けWi-Fi 6対応アクセスポイント「WAPM-AX4R」を含むネットワーク機器を導入したことを発表しました。これにより、介護記録の送信や見守りセンサーの通信が安定したICT環境を実現しました。
Companies mentioned：ウェルライフ郡山
A survey by 株式会社ミライプロジェクト found that awareness of “beauty care for older adults” has reached 34.5% among the general public and more than half among healthcare and care professionals, with further growth expected following regulatory revisions.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ミライプロジェクト
Agoop will launch its app engagement service “Locabel” for retailers, food service businesses and commercial facilities on May 13, 2026. The one-stop service covers everything from push notifications to visit measurement, enabling personalized messaging, performance visualization and data integration.
Companies mentioned：ソフトバンク株式会社、Amazon Web Services、Snowflake
Popular Hakata ramen shop Ganso Hakata Daruma will open on June 12 at Kyoto Ramen Koji on the 10th floor of Kyoto Station Building. The new restaurant, its first in Kansai, will serve Kyoto customers the rich tonkotsu broth and extra-thin noodles it has made since its founding, contributing to the revitalization of the local economy.
Companies mentioned：京都駅ビル開発株式会社、有限会社ディアンドエッチ
AI development company OSUSHI has launched “OSUSHI AI BPO,” an AI operations platform for accounting BPO providers. It uses AI to address industry challenges such as labor shortages and pressure on profit margins, supporting the transition to a more profitable business model.
Companies mentioned：株式会社OSUSHI
The fermented beauty serum brand “I'm PINCH,” owned by 株式會社未來, has been selected for “JAPANESE NIGHT in Cannes 2026,” hosted by entertainer MEGUMI and taking place in Cannes, France, on May 15, 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社未来、JAPANESE NIGHT運営事務局
secondz digital and エムエム総研 will hold a webinar on May 28, 2026, exploring how large companies can use AI and data to formalize sales skills and address the challenge of relying too heavily on individual experience.
Companies mentioned：secondz digital株式会社、株式会社エムエム總研、キーエンス、グリー株式会社、エン・ジャパン株式会社、PKSHA Technology株式会社
Slow juicer brand HUROM will hold cold-pressed juice tasting events across Japan to promote summer antioxidant and inner-care habits. It will also launch preorders on Makuake for its lightest-ever model, the E30ST.
Companies mentioned：HUROM株式会社
株式会社Linc will speak at “HR Conference 2026 Spring,” taking place on May 20. The company will explain the latest developments in employing foreign workers and present practical solutions for risk avoidance and retention support, particularly against the backdrop of the suspension of new hires under the Specified Skilled Worker program in the food service sector.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Linc、日本の人事部
株式会社バッファロー’s business Wi-Fi equipment was adopted by Ichinoseki National College of Technology, which has announced a case study in which students took the lead in building a Wi-Fi network for the school festival.
Companies mentioned：株式会社バッファロー、独立行政法人 国立高等専門学校機構 一関工業高等専門学校
株式会社バッファロー has announced a case study on deploying a business Wi-Fi solution at 株式会社宇治園, which sells Japanese tea and operates tea shops. Measures to address radio interference and the introduction of FREESPOT improved connectivity for POS registers and self-ordering systems, boosting operational efficiency and support for inbound visitors.
Companies mentioned：株式会社宇治園
どろんこ會集團 has won the top prize in the HR transformation category of the “2026 Career Ownership Management Award,” the first such win in the welfare and education sectors. The award recognizes its career reforms that break away from a single-track promotion structure.
Companies mentioned：社会福祉法人どろんこ会、どろんこ会グループ
Tech Ocean will hold its seventh HR New Graduate Recruitment Fair on May 27, 2026, focusing on recruiting science and engineering graduates. Industry experts will share the latest hiring trends and practical tips. Capacity is limited to 50 people.
Companies mentioned：株式会社テックオーシャン、株式会社人材研究所、株式会社アプライドマテリアルズジャパン
ワイズリサーチ has released an insights report analyzing the “5 turning points” through which Taiwan’s economy turned geopolitical risks into growth. It offers Japanese companies a new perspective on viewing Taiwan as a “strategic hub” in the global supply chain.
Companies mentioned：ワイズコンサルティンググループ、TSMC
松坂屋静岡店 will hold “So Much Corn! A Gathering of Corn Treats” from May 13 to June 2. A variety of limited-time dishes and sweets made with corn, an early-summer favorite, will be available. The “Mori no Ookimi” super sweet corn will also be on sale from June 19 to 23.
Companies mentioned：松坂屋静岡店、佐野ファーム、神戸コロッケ、RF1、まつおか、まい泉、桂新堂、麻布かりんと
Source Pod Inc. will launch a training course in August 2026 designed for the SCS assessment system, helping companies meet the education requirements for supply chain security ratings ★3 and ★4.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ソースポッド、経済産業省
フォーシス アンド カンパニー株式会社 has launched the official website and Instagram account for “FOURSIS FLOWER by GANON,” a collaborative brand with the globally renowned florist collective GANON FLORIST. The new brand combines the wedding industry with floral art to offer special spatial experiences and a new form of luxury.
Companies mentioned：GANON FLORIST、フォーシス アンド カンパニー株式会社
A survey by Grace Group found that financial subsidies in Tokyo have brought the average age for egg freezing forward by about 1 year, highlighting the key impact of financial support on women’s decisions. It also examines the age-related challenges posed by the central government’s new system in 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社グレイスグループ、こども家庭庁
“Homebuilding Consultation Counter,” a free consultation service for real estate and housing, has opened at Sogo Chiba Store, marking the first such service at a department store. Housing experts provide impartial advice on new construction, renovations, buying and selling, inheritance, and more, addressing a wide range of customer needs.
Companies mentioned：株式会社そごう・西武
株式會社Sanko released a survey for “Dog Day” on May 13, finding that more than eight in ten owners consider their dogs family. Although eight in ten owners have taken steps to prevent slipping to protect their dogs’ joints, nearly seven in ten dogs have slipped indoors, highlighting the importance of improving the home environment.
Companies mentioned：株式会社サンコー
amulapo will hold the third “G+Astronomy Experience” on June 6, 2026. The event will pair Japanese space-food kaiseki cuisine, set against the backdrop of space development, with sake, in collaboration with the long-established Kyoto restaurant “京料理 鳥米” and the “Dassai MOON Project.”
Companies mentioned：株式会社amulapo、京料理 鳥米、株式会社JTB、株式会社獺祭、三菱重工業株式会社
Camping Car Co. has launched a corporate-only rental plan for the new Alphard 40 series, offering monthly billing and vehicle delivery and pickup at a specified location.
Companies mentioned：キャンピングカー株式会社、トヨタ
GMO Tenbin AI has launched its “Major AI Terms Comparison” service, enabling companies to compare the terms of use and security risks of ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini in one place.
Companies mentioned：GMO天秤AI株式会社、GMOインターネットグループ株式会社
An employee of 株式会社INNOVATION has passed the administrative scrivener examination, strengthening the company’s legal expertise and compliance capabilities in back-office support and paving the way for improved service quality for customers.
株式会社モディア has launched Modia Intelligence, an AI decision-making platform designed for D2C and e-commerce. It integrates data on advertising, inventory, logistics and other areas to provide real-time recommendations and support implementation, improving profitability.
Companies mentioned：株式会社モディア
Liberty Pro has launched “TEN-MADE,” a cosmetics display fixture available in small production runs starting at 10 units. It cuts initial fixed costs by more than 50%, helping e-commerce brands test sales in physical stores.
Companies mentioned：株式会社リバティープロ
Kikyo-ya Co., Ltd. will launch “Drip Tea Genmaicha and Hojicha,” drip-bag Japanese tea that makes it easy to enjoy authentic Japanese tea without a teapot, on May 16, 2026. This new offering is tailored to modern lifestyles and aims to reach younger people, who are increasingly turning away from Japanese tea, while meeting demand for gifts and personal treats.
Companies mentioned：クロス・マーケティング
Sapporo Sosei Hotel M Gallery Collection will hold “World Cocktail Month 2026” starting May 13, 2026. As the only hotel in Japan selected for the event, it will partner with Michelin chef Pam to offer a limited-time menu and signature cocktails.
Companies mentioned：ホテル創成札幌 Mギャラリーコレクション、アコーグループ、Potong
OriginalECサイト「ココデカウ」を運営するフォーレスト株式会社は、物価高騰が続く中、2026年4月21日より送料無料となる購入金額を3,980円から2,980円に引き下げました。これは、配送コスト増で他社が送料を値上げする逆を行く顧客還元策です。
Companies mentioned：フォーレスト株式会社、株式会社エディオン
みつ葉グループ and 三好不動産グループ have partnered to launch a lifelong support service that stands by clients as their “second family,” from before death through posthumous procedures. The service addresses concerns over guarantors and post-death arrangements amid the declining birthrate, aging population and increase in single-person households, providing specialized assistance through a one-stop service.
Companies mentioned：みつ葉グループ、株式会社三好不動産、三好不動産グループ、三好スマイル信託、司法書士法人みつ葉グループ、司法書士法人MITSUBA GROUP、土地家屋調査士法人みつ葉グループ、行政書士法人みつ葉グループ、株式会社みつ葉グループ、福岡相続サポートセンター
Tokyo New Heart Watanabe International Hospital successfully performed ascending aortic replacement surgery through an 8-centimeter incision, significantly reducing surgical invasiveness and speeding patient recovery.
Companies mentioned：医療法人社団東京医心会ニューハート・ワタナベ国際病院
The card-based fan tipping service “Kimochiru for Sports,” offered by Pecori Inc., has been adopted as an official tipping service by 吉備国際大学Charme岡山高梁, a club in the Nadeshiko League. It offers a new matchday experience in which fans can directly support players and contribute to the team’s operations.
Companies mentioned：吉備国際大学Charme岡山高梁、JFAアカデミー福島
Learners Learner Inc. has completed a joint research project with students from ミネルバ大学 and today made public for free a research report detailing the findings, titled “The Power of Finding Things Interesting (OgR) Competency Development Program.” The program aims to cultivate “the power of finding things interesting,” a quality of leaders who learn with curiosity and develop hypotheses even in uncertain situations.
Companies mentioned：ミネルバ大学、ミネルバプロジェクト社、トヨタ、リクルート、Microsoft、Pixar
Film production company DRAWING AND MANUAL will hold the “RAW Talk #8” seminar on May 27, 2026, inviting experts from Ryohin Keikaku to discuss how MUJI has built a distinctive brand identity in a homogenized market.
Companies mentioned：ドローイングアンドマニュアル株式会社、株式会社良品計画
ウェスティンホテル大阪 will hold one-on-one WATSU underwater therapy sessions on July 4, 2026, the first such offering at a hotel in Osaka. Experienced therapists will provide WATSU, which relieves physical and mental tension in warm water. The sessions will be available to both hotel guests and visitors.
Companies mentioned：ウェスティンホテル大阪
OriginalFUTUREWOODS 推出 Salesforce 專用 SalesRadar 名錄整合插件，利用 110 萬筆企業資料庫解決數據重複與屬性缺失問題。
Companies mentioned：株式会社FUTUREWOODS
Marubun Corporation will exhibit at “Wireless Japan 2026,” which opens at Tokyo Big Sight on May 27, 2026. It will showcase leading-edge solutions for satellite communications for next-generation network infrastructure, GNSS vulnerability countermeasures, high-precision PTP synchronization, and RF measurement and 3D simulation, contributing to the advancement and optimization of communications networks.
Companies mentioned：Ataya、Microchip、Calnex、株式会社リックテレコム
Sea scattering brand Sea Ceremony has signed a franchise agreement with temple consultant TERASU and will launch a “next-generation hybrid memorial service” combining temple rituals and sea scattering in Osaka and Hyogo in May 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社SPICE SERVE、株式会社TERASU
株式会社Scene Live has expanded the area codes available through its outbound calling system “lisnavi (Listenavi)” to cover a wider range of regions nationwide. This enables regionally targeted calls and continued use of existing numbers, making the service easier to adopt for regional businesses and companies that had abandoned plans to introduce it due to the costs of number portability.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Scene Live
Original高齡者腸道環境調查：逾 8 成對檢查感興趣，偏好 3,000 日圓以下且居家可做的便捷服務。
Companies mentioned：コスモヘルス株式会社
Kimpton Shinjuku Tokyo and Pinterest Japan will hold the “My Mood 2026” photography contest during Pride Month in June 2026 and offer a limited-edition collaboration menu.
Companies mentioned：キンプトン新宿東京、Pinterest Japan、IHGホテルズ＆リゾーツ
JR東日本 will begin presales at noon on May 13 for 2 limited-edition pencil cases featuring the popular character Suica Penguin: a face design and a half-body design. Each is priced at 2,420 yen, including tax, and shipping is scheduled to begin around mid-June. The products target a wide range of fans, from adults to children.
Companies mentioned：JR東日本、有限会社アサミズカンパニー
OriginalPS保險調查顯示，犬隻疫苗接種率逾8成，而成貓「不接種」比例達24.7%，為犬隻的3.6倍，主因與室內飼養環境及成本意識有關。
Companies mentioned：ペットメディカルサポート株式会社
The May 2026 edition of My Little Box takes “Poésie Marine” as its theme and partners with Shiseido’s ELIXIR and global hair-care brand OLAPLEX to offer a luxurious early-summer beauty box featuring brightening and anti-aging skincare products and professional-grade hair repair products.
Companies mentioned：My Little Box Japan 株式会社、株式会社資生堂 (ELIXIR)、OLAPLEX、RAFRA、willone、OZmall
BEAMS and Starbucks Japan’s “STARBUCKS STAND by BEAMS” collaboration will release its 2026 spring/summer collection inspired by Kenya on May 22.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ビームス、スターバックス コーヒー ジャパン 株式会社
Gurunavi and Matsuya are collaborating to hold the “Miso Karaage Fair” at 10 locations in Tokyo from May 13 to July 12. The event will feature dishes made with Ishikawa Prefecture’s soul food, Tori Yasai Miso, as well as in-store sales and survey incentives, offering an experience that connects dining out with home use.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ぐるなび、株式会社まつや
The Tokyo Station Hotel will hold a “Japanese Whisky Journey” event on June 13, 2026, where experts will lead tastings of five premium whiskies, including 嘉之助 and 安積, along with a tour of the hotel’s historic building.
Companies mentioned：日本ホテル株式会社、東京ステーションホテル、小正醸造、笹の川酒造、本坊酒造、若鶴酒造
HAKODATE 海峡の風, operated by 野口観光マネジメント株式会社, will mark its 10th anniversary with a “Bluefin Tuna Live Buffet” and a complimentary drink for fans of Hokkaido sports teams. The event will be held for 3 days on select Saturdays in May 2026. The special offer is a way to thank fans and provide a memorable dining experience in Hakodate at night.
Companies mentioned：野口観光マネジメント株式会社、HAKODATE 海峡の風、北海道日本ハムファイターズ、レバンガ北海道、北海道コンサドーレ札幌
The Ibaraki Sweets Fair 2026, to be held at the Ibaraki Prefectural Government Office from May 22 (Fri.) to 24 (Sun.), 2026, will showcase Ibaraki Prefecture’s food and sweets and aim to revitalize the region. Now in its 11th year, the event will also announce and sell the grand-prize-winning entry in a sweets contest themed around sweet potatoes grown in Ibaraki Prefecture.
Companies mentioned：ルシェルアンジュ水戸ウエディングシャトー、菓子工房NAYA、和菓子工房きくや、マリア・ヴェルト
Bandai Namco announced that the soccer game “Captain Tsubasa 2 WORLD FIGHTERS” will be released on August 27, 2026. It will be available on multiple platforms and include an original story set in the World Youth arc.
Companies mentioned：株式会社バンダイナムコエンターテインメント
Original株式會社バドインターナショナル宣佈擔綱2026年坎城電影節公認社交盛會「CANNES GALA」官方影像製作團隊，負責紀錄5月於法國坎城舉辦的國際典禮。
Companies mentioned：株式会社バドインターナショナル、Marché du Film
eMotion Fleet and Asuene are partnering to list eMotion Fleet’s cloud-connected in-vehicle devices and commercial EV adoption services on “ASUENE STORE,” helping businesses decarbonize transportation and delivery.
Companies mentioned：eMotion Fleet株式会社、アスエネ株式会社
Fukunishi Electric announced that it will mark its 80th anniversary on October 1, 2026, and has created an 80th-anniversary logo and launched a special website. With gratitude for many years of support, the company aims to create a future filled with “happiness” through optimal solutions.
Companies mentioned：パナソニックグループ
株式会社エイジア has entered into Japan’s first direct-supply partnership with DMEGC, the world’s largest magnetic materials manufacturer. The partnership establishes a new procurement system combining cost competitiveness with technical support for Japanese manufacturers struggling with a weak yen and rising raw material costs, helping strengthen manufacturing and improve international competitiveness.
Companies mentioned：株式会社エイジア、DMEGC（横店集団東磁股份有限公司）
Originalベリントがコンタクトセンターエージェント向けの「2026年エージェント体験の現状」レポートを公開。AI時代でも手作業が多く、約3分の1のエージェントが退職を検討している課題を指摘し、AIの業務フローへの直接組み込みを解決策として提唱しています。
Vanguard International Foods has launched “Grand Harvest,” a new brand designed for senior dogs. Its first product is “7歳からのプレミアクリル,” a nutritional supplement for dogs aged 7 and older.
Companies mentioned：株式会社バンガードインターナショナルフーズ、公益社団法人アニマル・ドネーション
Japanese company JJS has released a report predicting that the “Specified Skilled Worker 1” visa will reach its intake limits in 5 fields, including auto repair and accommodation, in 2027. It urges relevant companies to plan recruitment early in preparation for the risk of applications being suspended.
Companies mentioned：株式会社JJS
株式会社ReRe announced that its community app for single mothers, “Shin-mama friends,” surpassed 10,000 total members as of May 2026. The app provides a place for single mothers to find friends and discuss challenges of raising children alone, and is completely free to use.
讚岐煉瓦公司 will open 2 resort facilities simultaneously in Naruto, Tokushima, on July 31, 2026: the large-scale glamping site “GLAMPREMIER Naruto” and the lifestyle hotel “Hotel O. Naruto.”
Companies mentioned：讃岐煉瓦株式会社
GROURER株式会社 opened “パーラー今帰仁” on May 3 in Nakijin Village, Okinawa Prefecture, as a place for tourists and local residents to connect. Highlights include chocolate-covered rare island bananas prepared under the supervision of a former pastry chef and garlic shrimp served in うるま陶器. The business aims to revitalize the region.
オールイン株式会社 is tackling the problem of early turnover among new graduates with its “HR × creative” approach, launching recruitment support services that draw on filmmaking expertise. The company has announced production of the short film “Shit Job” and its “1 company, 1 film” concept, and will begin a new initiative to deepen the match between job seekers and employers.
Companies mentioned：オールイン株式会社
B-Motion will hold a free seminar on May 27 to showcase its “AI Sales Role-Play” system, which combines 38 years of sales experience with patented AI technology. The system aims to address the failure of on-the-job training for new hires caused by staff shortages.
Companies mentioned：ビーモーション株式会社、クリスタルメソッド株式会社
Honey brand L’ABEILLE will launch its summer-limited collection in June 2026, featuring a new mango and pineapple honey confiture and limited-edition Yamagata wild rose honey.
Companies mentioned：L'ABEILLE株式会社
OriginalBtoBマーケティング支援のイノーバが2026年5月26日・27日に無料オンラインセミナーを開催。開封率50%超のメールナーチャリング術と「カスタマーモデル」戦略を公開し、顧客との信頼関係構築を深掘りします。
Companies mentioned：株式会社イノーバ
“おふろcafé かりんの湯,” operated by 株式会社ザファーム, will run “HAPPY HOUR” on weekday evenings from May 13 to June 30, 2026. Draft Asahi Super Dry beer will be half price after a hot spring or sauna visit, offering a special way to unwind in everyday life.
Kitasato University and 富士高分子工業 have developed the world’s first “encapsulated iron catalyst” technology, significantly improving the air resistance and stability of catalysts used to cure silicone. The technology can replace the rare metal platinum.
Companies mentioned：国立研究開発法人新エネルギー・産業技術総合開発機構、北里大学、富士高分子工業株式会社、東京化成工業株式会社
Musashino University’s Faculty of Entrepreneurship will officially introduce the “mobile health room” service in 2026, providing nighttime psychological support for first-year students living in residence halls to help ease the stress of a new life and strengthen self-care.
Companies mentioned：学校法人武蔵野大学、株式会社ココロの保健室
Insight Academy will hold a free online seminar on May 26, where the former president of Sumitomo Corporation Mexico will share the essential qualifications for global talent and a guide to developing them.
Companies mentioned：インサイトアカデミー株式会社、住友商事株式会社
The Ryokan Tokyo YUGAWARA, operated by 株式会社温泉道場, will offer original towels, specially prepared amazake and a clothing-drying service to help enliven the Yugawara Onsen Yu-kake Festival, held on May 23. The hotel will help overnight and day-trip visitors enjoy the festival in greater comfort.
Companies mentioned：株式会社温泉道場、湯河原温泉観光協会、温泉場区、株式会社ONDOホールディングス、株式会社Kii company、株式会社さかなと、株式会社埼玉武蔵ヒートベアーズ
Tokyo’s popular butter sweets brand BUTTER STATE's will open a pop-up shop at Osaka Abeno Kintetsu Department Store from May 20, bringing its summer release, coconut-pineapple butter cookies, to Kansai for the first time.
Companies mentioned：株式会社グレープストーン、あべのハルカス近鉄本店
Panasonic will launch the LUMIX digital camera “DC-L10” in mid-June 2026. Featuring a 4/3-type BSI CMOS sensor and a LEICA lens, the camera offers high image quality and a dedicated app connection for creative color expression, and is aimed at a wide range of camera enthusiasts.
Companies mentioned：パナソニック株式会社
The JAF Nagano Branch will hold an event themed around traffic safety, crime prevention and disaster preparedness at イオンモール佐久平 on May 23. It will feature popular work vehicles, hands-on job experiences, JAF app coupons and a host of other activities for children and adults alike.
Companies mentioned：JAF（一般社団法人日本自動車連盟）長野支部、イオンモール佐久平、長野県県民文化部、長野県警察本部、佐久広域連合消防本部、国土交通省関東地方整備局長野国道事務所、自衛隊長野地方協力本部、長野日野自動車株式会社、株式会社ネクスコパトロール関東、株式会社ドリームモータースクール、直富商事株式会社、合同会社ムツミコネクト
Originalテクセル床工法協会は、5月に東京で開催される「EDIX東京2026」で、老朽化した体育館向けの衝撃吸収床工法とポータブルタイプを出展します。この工法は増し張りしても衝撃吸収効果を損なわないのが特長です。
Companies mentioned：テクセル床工法協会、岐阜プラスチック工業株式会社、株式会社新井組、RX Japan株式会社、一般社団法人文教施設協会
Direct Cars Co., Ltd. has signed an authorized dealer agreement with Kia PBV Japan and will begin selling the next-generation BEV model “PV5” in May 2026. The company will draw on its expertise in the camper van business to create a new market for PBVs.
Companies mentioned：Kia PBVジャパン株式会社、KIA
A regional trading company in Imabari has partnered with a long-established towel maker to launch KIYORA, a new antibacterial, odor-control brand. After exceeding a 3000% funding goal on Makuake, it is now available as a hometown tax donation gift from Imabari City.
Companies mentioned：株式会社今治あきない商社、コンテックス株式会社
Itsuki Ito, a para ice hockey player with 株式会社ビーズインターナショナル, which operates streetwear brands, competed in the 2026 Sled Hockey National Championship as a member of the Colorado Avalanche, helping the team win its 2nd consecutive title and finish No. 1 nationally. Ito ranked 4th in scoring at the tournament and spoke of the joy of playing alongside members of the U.S. national team.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ビーズインターナショナル、コロラド・アバランチ (Colorado Avalanche)
Ebisu-based design company Dot Zero has launched “ド曜日,” an owned media platform weaving stories behind design. It aims to broaden appreciation of the wonders and possibilities of creativity and make the joy and thought processes behind making things visible, creating a place for new discoveries and encounters.
Companies mentioned：PAPABUBBLE
Japanese D2C orthodontics brand “Oh my teeth” made its first appearance at AAO 2026, the world’s largest orthodontics conference, showcasing its vertically integrated “smart orthodontics” model and officially announcing its move into overseas expansion.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Oh my teeth
iai uses generative AI technology to produce video segments that are difficult to film on location for “しまうま劇場,” the popular short-drama account run in collaboration by KDDI and NewsPicks.
Companies mentioned：iai株式会社、KDDI株式会社、株式会社ユーザベース、NewsPicks
AI diary app “3択日記” has been recommended by leading happiness studies authorities Takashi Maeno and Professor Shigehiro Oishi. It combines psychology and AI analysis to enhance users’ well-being.
Companies mentioned：ALL GOOD
株式会社はぐめど launched “はぐめどほいく,” an online consultation support service connecting childcare facilities with doctors, nurses and other professionals, on April 1, 2026. The service aims to ease the burden of medical decision-making in childcare settings and give parents greater peace of mind.
Companies mentioned：株式会社はぐめど
Training gear brand ALLOUT has formed a major partnership with fitness club FIT-EASY and will launch 6 types of professional-grade training gear nationwide from May 2026, catering to everyone from beginners to advanced users.
Companies mentioned：株式会社トリプルエス、ALLOUT、FIT-EASY