[Narashino, Chiba Prefecture] Making “working from home” the first step toward independence. Type B continuous employment support provider ドリームクエスト津田沼 launches full-scale support for fully remote work through IT skills training
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ドリームクエスト津田沼, operated by 合同会社WCTウィズ, will substantially expand its “fully remote work support program” for people with disabilities starting in May 2026. Through IT skills training and remote support, it aims to promote economic independence and social participation from home.
The Worldfolio fully launches its consulting division, Worldfolio Global Services (WGS)
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The Worldfolio has officially established its WGS consulting division, focusing on global communications, overseas market entry, and ESG consulting to help companies expand in Asian and European markets.
Multifunctional light ouTask TD2 for camping, disaster preparedness, and everyday use available on Makuake through May 19
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瀛石商社株式会社 is offering ouTask TD2, a multifunctional portable light for camping, disaster preparedness, and everyday use, on the crowdfunding service Makuake through May 19. The product responds to growing demand for outdoor gear and rising disaster preparedness awareness, as the company strengthens its presence in the Japanese market.
[Takakatsu Group] 2 experiential model homes open simultaneously at 髙勝の家 古川店
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Takakatsu Group’s 髙勝の家 古川店 will simultaneously open 2 experiential model homes and a renovated showroom on May 16. The homes on display include a high-performance, comfortable single-story house and a 2-story model equipped with IoT. An opening commemorative event will also be held.
Doctor of emergency medicine joins ambulance transport reform in 名護市—nation’s first model demonstration set to begin in fiscal 2026
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匂坂量, representative director of 一般社団法人OPHIS, has joined the public-private emergency transport system demonstration project that 沖縄県名護市 has been working on since fiscal 2025. Drawing on his specialized knowledge as a doctor of emergency medicine, he will support the development of a sustainable ambulance transport model in northern Okinawa, an area characterized by wide geographic coverage and a growing aging population. The project aims to conduct the nation’s first model demonstration, with operations scheduled to begin in fiscal 2026.
Qubitcore joins the second-phase research and development project for JST Moonshot Goal 6
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Quantum computing startup Qubitcore announced that it has joined the second-phase research and development project for JST Moonshot Goal 6, where it will develop an ion-trap quantum computer system and conduct quantum error correction experiments.
[384 participants to date] Hands-on seminar on learning to monetize with just “1 smartphone” on TikTok Shop to be held in Kobe on May 19 (Tue.)
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動スク will hold its 12th in-person event in Kobe on May 19, 2026, aiming to teach participants how to generate revenue through TikTok Shop using only a smartphone. E-commerce support company Petabit will join as a co-presenter.
Easing a “negative effect” of airtight homes. New Pascal Damper 150 pressure-differential-sensing natural air inlet addresses insufficient ventilation when using gas clothes dryers and range hoods
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日本住環境 has launched Pascal Damper 150, a pressure-differential-sensing natural air inlet that addresses negative pressure and difficulty opening doors caused by equipment operating in airtight homes.
Materials review support AI agent Yakki-kun to exhibit at the 2nd Pharma DX EXPO Tokyo
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EdgeX will showcase its AI review assistant Yakki-kun in Tokyo in May 2026. The tool automatically detects potential violations of Japan’s Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Act in medical advertisements and provides suggestions for revisions.
New model Livin’GLIDE N-VAN joins the Livin’GLIDE series. This light camper retains a spacious design and offers versatile layouts for a wide range of hobbies
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クレスト車両 has launched the new light camper Livin’GLIDE N-VAN, featuring versatile space layouts and a large-capacity power system expandable to up to 500Ah.
Why does decision-making waver? A perspective focused on “state” rather than “ability”
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A press release presents a new perspective: the quality of decision-making is shaped by “state” rather than “ability.” It proposes that improving one’s physical and emotional “state” can reduce decision-making errors in meetings and stabilize decision quality. Brain Lab is promoting this new approach to decision-making.
中日本カプセル develops new-texture gummy TCグミ using a starchless process and obtains a patent (Patent No. 7800971)
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中日本カプセル has developed TC Gummies using trehalose crystallization technology and obtained a patent, achieving a novel texture and resistance to sticking without a coating.
Hakuba Valley looks back on 5 years of advancing the SDGs and moves on to the next stage
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HAKUBAVALLEY TOURISM has released a report on 5 years of SDG achievements, noting that energy-saving and waste-reduction measures have become widespread, but investment in renewable energy still needs to be strengthened.
Marfied signs a 300 million yen commitment line agreement with Bank of Yokohama
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Marfied has signed a 300 million yen commitment line agreement with Bank of Yokohama. This will increase its financial flexibility and establish a framework for agile investment based on its growth strategy, as it aims to expand its business and enhance corporate value.
AI accounting software “KOZOTAI” launches “What-If Simulation,” a new feature that uses AI to support management decision-making
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株式会社Kozotai began offering “What-If Simulation,” a new feature that uses AI to support management decisions, in its AI accounting software “KOZOTAI” on May 13, 2026. The feature uses bookkeeping data to run management simulations for scenarios such as investment in new businesses and capital investment using natural language, and generates reports.
Occupancy rises 2.4 times from the pre-opening period after an exceptional run of repeated full-house bookings: First Cabin Matsue grand-opens on May 13
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First Cabin Matsue, located in Shimane Prefecture, will hold its grand opening on May 13, after occupancy surged 2.4 times during its trial operation.
Japanese confectionery brand Toranosuke（TORANOSUKE）reopens after renovation in Shinmachi, Kumamoto
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Kumamoto confectionery brand Toranosuke has reopened after renovation, adding seating and incorporating local tea culture to offer a contemporary take on the castle-town experience.
Ethical jewelry brand HASUNA to be featured on Farfetch, a luxury platform operating in 190 countries worldwide
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Ethical jewelry brand HASUNA is now available on the global luxury platform Farfetch. This will introduce HASUNA jewelry to customers in more than 190 countries worldwide and accelerate the brand’s global expansion.
Where is the line between acceptable and intrusive advertising? The No. 1 reason people dislike online ads is that they interrupt content, cited by more than 70%
Nail care brand longleage（Longleage）refreshes its brand ahead of its 40th anniversary.
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Nail care brand Longleage has announced a brand refresh ahead of its 40th anniversary. The company will update its logo, designed by graphic designer Naomi Hirabayashi, and renew its skincare line, with new products scheduled to go on sale in early July 2026.
Companies mentioned：エストネーション、デザインワークス、BIOTOP、LAND OF TOMORROW/TOMORROWLAND、LIVING MOTIF
【Upending real estate norms】Real estate agent comparison site Agent Connect surpasses 500 registered agents!
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The number of registered agents on Agent Connect, a real estate agent comparison site operated by Agent Connect株式会社, has surpassed 500. The platform traces its origins to founder Tomiya’s experience with debt from real estate investment and is growing as a reliable real estate transaction platform focused on “people” rather than properties.
The University of Tokyo has published enrollment information for working professionals for the second session of its “Symbiotic New Industry Creation Colloquium,” which aims to create sustainable industries using microalgae.
A practical answer to the limits of perimeter-based security for small and midsize businesses: a proposal to start small with zero-trust adoption
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Alpha Tech Solutions is running a limited-time campaign to help small and midsize businesses with 500 or fewer consolidated employees adopt the cloud-based security platform Zscaler. The initiative aims to address the challenges of perimeter-based security and promote the realization of zero-trust environments.
Plant-based ice cream brand yumrich（Yumrich）unveils its first apparel line
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Plant-based ice cream brand yumrich has launched its first apparel line, bringing the brand’s culture into everyday fashion. The line goes on sale on May 13, 2026.
Japanese audio brand LIFEEAR has launched preorders for “Nova,” customizable wired earphones created in collaboration with Hatsune Miku × Cinnamoroll. The earphones combine high-transparency resin craftsmanship with professional-grade sound.
Visualize the activity of enzymes associated with oral bacterial pathogenicity in just 10 minutes! “VisPerio” goes on sale to dental clinics from May 13
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Osaka University startup Visgene will launch the oral bacteria testing device “VisPerio” on May 13. It quantifies the activity of enzymes associated with bacterial pathogenicity in 10 minutes, helping dental clinics communicate more effectively.
株式会社公益社, the core funeral services company in the San Holdings group, plans to open the Kōekisha Sakai Onohiba Hall family funeral venue in June 2026
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Kōekisha, part of San Holdings, will open a new funeral venue, Kōekisha Sakai Onohiba Hall, in Sakai, Osaka Prefecture, in June 2026, specializing in intimate family funerals.
The ultimate cinema experience in 7 cities nationwide. Valerion × AVAC to hold an in-store event for the Valerion VisionMaster Max on May 16 (Sat.)
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Premium projector brand Valerion will partner with chain retailer AVAC on May 16 to hold in-store demonstrations of its flagship VisionMaster Max in 7 major cities nationwide.
Hairdresser and salon networks meet men’s beauty KOLs—Mazeru Share Co., Ltd. and 株式会社シェアリング・ビューティー（SHB）sign strategic alliance
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Mazeru Share and Sharing Beauty have signed a strategic partnership, combining a network of salons across Japan with men’s beauty KOLs to build an integrated, one-stop marketing system for beauty brands.
New product: Curly Me Aqua Cream Milk Serum, a frizz-care serum that delivers rich moisture and lightweight definition
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Naturally curly hair brand Curly Me will launch its leave-in hair serum, Aquary Milk Serum, on May 20. It promises intense moisture with a lightweight texture, addressing the dryness and heaviness concerns of people with curly hair.
New feature automatically generates daily reports from progress updates, eliminating 10 hours a month of “work for reporting”
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株式会社マイクロニティ’s business platform mfloow has launched an AI daily report generation feature that automatically converts task progress into daily reports, saving each employee around 10 hours of reporting work per month.
Loop Conversion Design in Clinical Organizational Science (COS): The meaning of Loop Conversion Design and 3Good1More
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Japan’s DroR has published research in clinical organizational science, proposing to transform an organization’s cycle of defensive criticism into a self-correcting system through the 3Good1More protocol.
Double Standard’s identity verification service D-Confia launches an identity verification record creation feature
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Double Standard’s eKYC application D-Confia has launched an identity verification record creation feature that automatically generates PDF files containing identity information in compliance with the Act on Prevention of Transfer of Criminal Proceeds, reducing the burden of manual transcription and lowering compliance risks.
Freestanding light “Oki-fusuma” launches, inspired by the craft of fusuma artisans
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Tanigami Fusuma Kogei, an Osaka-based fusuma maker with 80 years of history, has launched the Oki-fusuma table lamp, turning traditional architectural craftsmanship into modern lighting. The design is by MOTON DESIGN STUDIO.
Companies mentioned：谷元フスマ工飾株式会社、MOTON DESIGN STUDIO
“Be careful” won’t protect workers on site: 5K announces 3 principles to prevent heatstroke at worksites this summer
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5Kサポート株式会社 has announced 3 principles for preventing heatstroke at worksites this summer: “assess, notify and record.” The solution uses smartwatches to visualize and automatically record worksite conditions and workers’ vital-sign risks, strengthening heatstroke countermeasures.
[Yamaguchi Sangyo] Kuwait Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai to be donated to Saga Prefecture
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Yamaguchi Sangyo has agreed to donate part of the Kuwait Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, to Saga Prefecture and relocate it to Saga Prefectural Industrial Technology Academy. The initiative will put the legacy of the Expo to use in regional revitalization and education for the next generation.
Business and community hub FRONTIS TOYOKAWA set to grand open on November 15
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Meitetsu Urban Development and Hakuyo Produce System have announced that the mixed-use building FRONTIS TOYOKAWA, now under construction at the east exit of Toyokawa Station, will grand open on November 15, 2026. The facility combines a hotel, offices and commercial spaces and will serve as a new hub for local business and community interaction. Reservations for the hotel and multipurpose hall will open at noon on May 15.
SocialDog, an SNS management tool, launches SocialDog Campaign Plus, a campaign tool for the 5 major SNS platforms — with support for “instant wins,” which reveal results on the spot
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SNS management tool SocialDog has launched SocialDog Campaign Plus, a campaign tool compatible with the 5 major SNS platforms: X, Instagram, LINE, TikTok and YouTube. It also supports instant-win drawings, helping businesses make their SNS marketing more effective.
Nippon RAD develops PEV, a high-speed pre-execution application verification engine to prevent unauthorized app execution in the SDV era
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Nippon RAD has developed PEV, a high-speed pre-execution application verification engine designed for vehicles and industrial equipment in the SDV era. It helps prevent unauthorized programs from running and ensures software security.
[New eBook] Why does AI adoption in audit and accounting fail to deliver results? DataSnipper releases “AI Adoption Stage Assessment”
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DataSnipper has released its latest eBook, “AI Adoption Stage Assessment,” explaining why AI adoption in audit and accounting departments fails to deliver results and outlining ways to implement it in stages. SwiftLink is providing sales support, with the aim of addressing challenges in AI adoption from 2025 onward and embedding it in day-to-day operations.
SaaS-based SCM system PlanNEL obtains ISO/IEC 27701 certification, the international standard for privacy information management
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Zionex has announced that its SaaS-based SCM system PlanNEL has obtained ISO/IEC 27701 certification, the international standard for privacy information management. The company aims to strengthen the framework for global businesses to use PlanNEL with confidence and improve information security and reliability.
Figma announces new governance tool Governance+, further strengthening support for the Japanese market
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Figma has announced Governance+, a new governance tool for enterprise customers. Already adopted by 三菱UFJ銀行 and others, the tool supports stronger data governance and security in the Japanese market.
Norinchukin Capital has invested in Check Inn株式会社, a provider of an all-in-one system for accommodation facilities, through the Norinchukin Capital Strategic Co-Creation No. 1 Investment Limited Partnership. The investment aims to advance DX in regional tourism and revitalize local economies by streamlining complex reservation and management systems.
New launch: DK-TBX-15 thermal/ surveillance camera model with gimbal
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Denki Kogyo has launched the DK-TBX-15 dual thermal and visible-light imaging system for maritime and offshore surveillance. Equipped with a gyro-stabilized gimbal, it delivers stable, high-definition images despite strong winds and waves.
[Reduce the burden of OJT] Put the worry of “What have I taught them so far?” behind you. OJT Training Progress Checklist launches, helping newcomers and trainers stay in sync on progress
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株式会社マーキュリー・アド has launched the OJT Training Progress Checklist, which standardizes training content across 六 categories and incorporates a two-way feedback process. It aims to reduce the burden on trainers and close communication gaps with new employees.
[CHAGU CHAGU ROCK FESTIVAL 2026] Lineup schedule announced!
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Iwate Television, organizer of CHAGU CHAGU ROCK FESTIVAL 2026, has announced the performance schedule. Alongside performance times for a range of popular artists, the festival is introducing front-area priority admission tickets for the first time and partnering with Takizawa City to offer hometown tax donation gifts.
New “Rilakkuma Afternoon Tea” arrives June 1, with advance reservations open! From July, accommodation perks including plush toys will also be refreshed [Maholova Minds Miura]
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Maholova Minds Miura hotel in Kanagawa will launch its limited-edition Rilakkuma Afternoon Tea on June 1 and has announced that Rilakkuma-themed room accommodation perks will be refreshed starting in July.
Asset management firm Partners wins an Encouragement Award at the Career Ownership Management AWARD 2026. “Building an organization driven by purpose” fuels 120% year-over-year sales growth.
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Asset management firm Partners wins the Encouragement Award at the 2026 Career Ownership Management Award, with its purpose-driven organizational development driving 120% growth in business performance.
Heptagon to exhibit as a Bronze Sponsor at AWS Summit Japan 2026, Japan's largest event for learning about AWS
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Heptagon will exhibit as a Bronze Sponsor at AWS Summit Japan 2026, to be held at Makuhari Messe on June 25 and 26, 2026. The company will propose solutions that use AWS operations and maintenance expertise to address IT staffing shortages at regional small and midsize businesses.
Industry first! Launch of “Future Design with Salon,” a one-stop management support program combining a POS×CRM×AI system for beauty salons with support from a government-certified management support institution
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SCAT Co., Ltd. has launched “Future Design with Salon,” an industry-first service combining a POS×CRM×AI system with management support from a government-certified management support institution. The service reduces the back-office workload of beauty salon owners and supports digital transformation and sustainable growth.
Japan-made vegan cosmetics brand AINOKI adds a new tone-up shade to its popular liquid concealer, providing a translucent look while offering coverage. Available from June 5 [Fri] at the brand's events and official online shop.
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Japan-made vegan cosmetics brand AINOKI will launch a new tone-up shade of its popular liquid concealer on June 5. Sales of an eyeshadow palette will begin at the same time. The brand, operated by ジャプロ株式会社, is certified vegan by NPO法人ベジプロジェクトジャパン.
U.S. mattress brand Serta has partnered with ORIX-affiliated luxury inns 佳ら久 and はなをり for its 2026 premium hotel campaign, offering an original pouch with the purchase of select mattresses.
Boost your appeal to job seekers by earning White certification! INREVO will cover the 90,000-yen certification fee when you use its recruitment outsourcing service, “ヒトトレ採用”!
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株式会社INREVO has launched a partnership plan combining “Hitotore Recruitment” with “White Company Certification,” subsidizing the 90,000-yen certification fee to help companies boost their appeal to job seekers.
株式会社ウィルネクスト releases May 2026 edition of “Guide to Automating Recruitment Processes Using Generative AI” for free
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株式会社ウィルネクスト has released the May 2026 edition of its “Guide to Automating Recruitment Processes Using Generative AI” for free. As businesses increasingly put generative AI to practical use in recruitment, many still face challenges adopting AI. The guide provides concrete automation examples, prompts and an implementation roadmap.
e.m. to offer limited-edition items and LOVE BY e.m.; limited-time “PLAYFUL” event to be held at Isetan Shinjuku's Kaikoku section
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Jewelry brand e.m. will hold its limited-time “PLAYFUL” event at Isetan Shinjuku from May 27 to June 2, 2026, showcasing playful limited-edition jewelry and items from its sub-brand LOVE BY e.m.
Beyond refinement: the BODEN G2 arrives—and the sold-out BODEN MID returns as an upgraded model
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RATELWORKS has unveiled its flagship two-room tent, the BODEN G2, and an upgraded version of the MID, with improved setup flexibility and a new nylon material option.
Launch of an aggregation system development service
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Sassor has launched a development service for battery power aggregation systems, offering custom design, market analysis and bidding support to help companies reduce reliance on external contractors and bring energy management systems in-house.
Election Strategy Academy, a nonpartisan, practice-focused school for election campaign expertise, to open in June / Election consulting firm ジャッグジャパン
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ジャッグジャパン株式会社 will open the Election Strategy Academy on June 15, 2026, to teach practical election campaign skills ahead of the 2027 unified local elections. The nonpartisan program will systematically teach concrete techniques for winning elections to first-time candidates and incumbent lawmakers. Applications for the first cohort open today.
Startup studio SEREAL seeks 1 startup for investment of up to 10 million yen, targeting the pre-seed and seed stages
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Startup studio SEREAL has launched a campaign offering “MVP-acceleration skills investment” of up to 10 million yen to 1 startup at the pre-seed or seed stage. Experts will work alongside the startup from product development through achieving product-market fit, supporting its growth.
“UCC COFFEE ACADEMY FESTIVAL in TOKYO,” an experiential event for everyone from coffee beginners to enthusiasts, to be held May 29 and 30
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UCC will hold the UCC Coffee Academy Festival at its Tokyo school on May 29 and 30, offering free stamp collecting, a coffee tournament and paid expert lectures for coffee lovers of all levels to experience the appeal of coffee.
大同至高株式会社, a maker of OEM promotional goods, has announced the Aurora Replica Ticket as a new product. A premium-looking new version joins the hugely popular replica ticket lineup.
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大同至高 has launched the new “Aurora Replica Ticket,” designed for fans. It features a distinctive iridescent sheen and water-resistant durability, making it suitable for event giveaways and merchandise.
70% of industrial waste operators have 30 employees or fewer — WasteOS, an AI business operating system to free small and midsize operators from paper manifests, Excel, phone calls and fax, opens pre-registration
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株式会社Leach has launched pre-registration and begun recruiting co-creation partners for WasteOS, an AI business management system for small and midsize industrial waste operators. The system aims to fully digitize cumbersome paper-based operations.
New partnership; opening in August 2026: Daiwa Roynet Hotel Matsue Ekimae joins Good Trip Express as a base for exploring Matsue Castle, Lake Shinji and Izumo Taisha in the San'in region, where authentic Japan remains
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Nippon Travel Agency's website Good Trip Express has announced a partnership with Daiwa Roynet Hotel Matsue Ekimae, scheduled to open in August 2026. Flight-and-hotel packages are available to book starting today.
Kotozna adds “Orchestration” feature to TPG 2.0 to bring together information scattered across organizations
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Kotozna has launched “Orchestration,” a new feature for its generative AI platform Kotozna TPG 2.0. Its primary-and-secondary bot architecture brings together scattered organizational information in a single conversational interface.
StoryHub substantially revamps StoryHub Studio as it works toward a content creation platform for the AI agent era
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StoryHub has announced a major overhaul of its AI editorial assistant, “StoryHub Studio,” enhancing asset management and version control as it aims to build content production infrastructure for the AI era.
The 2nd edition of the popular rush-grass kitchen mat—no washing, no curling up and no tired feet—arrives with a water-repellent finish and 6 sizes
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Ikeya, a 140-year-old rush-grass goods shop in Fukuoka, has introduced the 2nd-generation “wash-free kitchen mat,” now with a water-repellent finish and 6 sizes. Designed to resist bacteria and odors, reduce foot fatigue and require no washing, it makes kitchen work more comfortable.
株式会社脱炭素化支援機構 has approved support for アナウト株式会社 and completed an investment in the company
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Japan's Green Innovation Fund (JICN) has announced an investment in surgical AI company Anaut, aiming to use its technology to shorten operations and reduce greenhouse gas emissions and medical supply waste.
Electronic contract service GMO Sign integrates with FAST Financial and Accounting, an administrative management support service
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Nippon System’s FAST Financial Accounting and GMO’s GMO Sign electronic contract service integrate their functions, enabling local governments to digitize their entire contract workflow.
How many points does your product page score? Free release of a 30-item impact scoring sheet for 楽天 to improve SEO and CVR simultaneously
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GOAT Co., Ltd. has released a 30-item impact scoring sheet for 楽天, designed to improve SEO and CVR simultaneously. It assigns impact ratings to 30 improvement areas, helping e-commerce businesses make efficient improvements with limited resources.
Original UV-protection items are back this year from deux C (Do-C).
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Lifestyle goods brand deux C is launching new UV-protection items that combine functionality and design for the sunnier season, including parasols, sunglasses and hats. From May 12, a dot pattern will be added to its popular Sun & Rain all-weather umbrella, helping make daily outings more comfortable.
Cloudera offers recommendations ahead of World Telecommunication and Information Society Day: As networks advance, communications resilience depends on trusted AI
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Cloudera issued recommendations for World Telecommunication Day, saying communications resilience in the AI era depends on data sovereignty, intelligent orchestration and secure, large-scale AI operations to address the challenges of distributed networks and massive volumes of data.
＜2026 Latest＞invy releases the Referral Marketing White Paper, compiling actions to recommend products and services. Referrals are shifting from “perk-seeking word of mouth” to “altruistic gifts given out of consideration for friends”
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Creative Hope has released the Referral Marketing White Paper 2026, revealing that recommendations are shifting from seeking perks to “altruistic gift-giving.”
株式会社自動処理 begins accepting early access applications for Deck Design Studio, an AI presentation creation service
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株式会社自動処理 has opened applications for early access to its AI presentation creation service, Deck Design Studio, which automatically generates high-quality, easy-to-present slides from simple prompts.
【A manufacturing company creating excitement for 70 years: KIMOTO】KIMOTO featured in 週刊東洋経済’s mid-sized companies special feature, showcasing workplace reform, talent development and the creation of an autonomous, decentralized organization
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KIMOTO Co., Ltd. was featured in 週刊東洋経済, with its efforts in workplace reform, talent development and building an autonomous, decentralized organization recognized. As the company marks 70 years since its founding, it aims for sustainable growth by promoting digital transformation in manufacturing under its “people first” philosophy.
株式会社アットヨコハマ launches a joint demonstration of an unmanned sharing service using Toyota’s compact mobility vehicles C+walk T (standing type) and C+walk S (seated type)
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株式会社アットヨコハマ and Toyota have launched a demonstration in Yokohama of TOYOTA Petit RIDE, an unmanned sharing service using the C+walk T/S compact mobility vehicles. The initiative aims to ease travel for older people and tourists and make operations smarter.
“I found people I could belong with for the first time”—In an age when it is hard to become immersed, when can we still find a moment to connect with others?
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Certified NPO SET has launched a new podcast series featuring open discussions of operational challenges related to young people’s participation in local communities. The series explores a changing society and how NPOs can operate, sharing ideas for fostering empathy and building sustainable communities.
Subsidy Flash survey: Struggling to attract customers to your restaurant? A subsidy is now open for applications that covers store renovations, not just advertising costs
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Subsidy Flash analyzed 34 market-development subsidies for restaurants and announced that many programs cover store renovations as well as advertising costs. It recommends using programs that allow renovations and publicity to be applied for together, as well as those with high subsidy rates that bring out-of-pocket costs to less than half.
【First stop in Toyohashi】Iida City’s “delivery yakiniku” from Nagano Prefecture is coming! Experience event to be held at emCAMPUSFOOD on June 13 (Sat.)!
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SALA Real Estate Co., Ltd. will hold an event on June 13, 2026, at emCAMPUS FOOD to introduce the “delivery yakiniku” culture of Iida City, Nagano Prefecture, to Toyohashi, Aichi Prefecture. Co-hosted with 南信州食肉組合, the event will welcome Nitchiro, Iida City’s goodwill ambassador for industry, and aims to revitalize the region and promote cultural exchange through food.
Mental health support service MySherpa partners with Hatch Healthcare in the field of cancer patient support
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MySherpa, a mental health support service, has partnered with Hatch Healthcare, which works in cancer, caregiving and healthcare data, to support cancer patients. The companies will draw on their respective expertise to enhance mental health support for people with cancer.
Seminar on medical device reimbursement strategies in light of the 2026 medical fee revision
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アイアール技術者教育研究所 will hold an online seminar on medical device reimbursement strategies ahead of the 2026 medical fee revision. For medical device companies and staff responsible for regulatory affairs and insurance coverage, it will cover practical topics ranging from the basics of the system and preparing applications for coverage to reimbursement for SaMD.
ICMG Group to host a major summit segment at Asia Tech x Singapore 2026, one of Asia’s largest tech events, connecting Japan and Asia’s ecosystems
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ICMG Group will hold a summit at the May 2026 Asia Tech x Singapore event in Singapore to promote connections between Japan and Asia through an “innovation corridor” and to link AI startups.
いなげや’s support for Hokuriku through summer gift sales
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いなげや has launched a campaign to support recovery in areas affected by the Reiwa 6 Noto Peninsula Earthquake. It is selling Hokuriku specialties through its summer gift program and will donate part of the proceeds through 日本赤十字社. Consumers can indirectly support affected areas by purchasing their local specialties.
【日本蓄電池株式会社】Grid-scale battery storage facility NC Takayama City Kuguno Battery Storage Plant begins operations in the balancing market in Kugunocho, Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture
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日本蓄電池 and デジタルグリッド installed the grid-scale battery storage facility NC Takayama City Kuguno Battery Storage Plant in Kugunocho, Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture, and began operating it in the balancing market on May 12, 2026. The initiative is expected to contribute to a stable renewable energy supply and a more active market.
Unlimited-access personal training and machine Pilates gym ELEMENT Ichigao opens, 1 minute’s walk from Ichigao Station!
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ELEMENT opened a new location on May 16, 2026, 1 minute’s walk from Ichigao Station, offering unlimited monthly access to personal training and machine Pilates classes.
Link and Motivation adopts amptalk’s sales meeting analysis tool, converting all in-person, online and mobile phone meetings into data to promote organization-wide use
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Link and Motivation has adopted the sales meeting analysis tool developed by amptalk, enabling automatic conversion of mobile and online calls into data.
Mimonna Co., Ltd. has launched the Arizona Color Collection, a new range of colors inspired by Arizona’s natural landscapes, from the American soft cooler brand AO Coolers, for which it serves as importer.
Petite women’s brand COHINA launches its first denim collaboration with Japanese denim maker Kaihara
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COHINA, a brand designed for petite women around 150 cm tall, has teamed up for the first time with leading Japanese denim maker KAIHARA to release 2 high-quality, eco-friendly collaborative denim styles.