WACUL to speak at “Advertising Postmortem Conference Spring 2026: The pitfalls of the AI and automation ‘era’ — 9 companies reveal the real reasons for failure and their V-shaped recoveries”
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WACUL will speak at the “Advertising Postmortem Conference Spring 2026” on May 27, sharing marketing pitfalls in the age of AI and automation and strategies for a V-shaped recovery.
More than just piping hot: PIZZA-LA’s refreshing chilled menu is a welcome treat. Chilled pasta and soup arrive, along with a chilled soup tasting set.
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Pizza delivery chain PIZZA-LA will launch a limited-time chilled menu from May 13 for the hot season. Alongside its popular chilled pasta, 2 kinds of chilled soup and a tasting set will be available, offering a refreshing option for the dining table.
The latest Art by lack! A 1/7-scale Piapro Characters KAITO figure is here.
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Prime 1 Studio has announced a 1/7-scale Piapro Characters KAITO figure based on an original illustration by popular illustrator lack. Reservations open on May 13, and the figure is scheduled for release in August 2027.
Companies mentioned:株式会社プライム1スタジオ、Crypton Future Media, INC.
New merchandise featuring visuals from Mobile Suit Gundam: Hathaway’s Flash – The Witch of Kirke, Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX, and Mobile Suit Gundam Wing goes on sale! Reservations open on Wednesday, May 13!
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FAN+Life original merchandise featuring visuals from three Gundam titles will be available for preorder from May 13.
★Event Information★ The Armored Trooper VOTOMS General Model Exercise 2026 will be held from Friday, October 9!
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The annual model-building event for the robot anime Armored Trooper VOTOMS, the Armored Trooper VOTOMS General Model Exercise 2026, will be held at Kitasenju Marui from October 9. Featuring the Kummen arc, it will include a key visual by Hideki Tenjin, guest works including Fang of the Sun Dougram, and sales of limited-edition merchandise.
Keep at it even if you give up after 3 days! How to use kintone to turn dormant customers into loyal ones with just an extra 30,000 yen
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株式会社シャノン will host a free webinar for kintone users on how to integrate Shakiin and turn dormant customers into loyal ones. With an additional investment of about 30,000 yen, the approach supports more efficient sales and marketing activities and customer development.
Goods for the anime “Haikyu!!” will be released by シンクイノベーション株式会社!
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シンクイノベーション株式会社 has begun taking preorders for new merchandise from the popular anime Haikyu!!. The mochocho series features chibi-style players from Aoba Johsai High School and Date Tech High School, with products including bangs clips and stickers.
BePro survey: Salary survey of the beauty industry based on the minimum wage, March 2026 — Chiba edition
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Zenken Co., Ltd. surveyed salaries by occupation based on job listings in Chiba Prefecture posted on the beauty-industry recruitment site BePro in March 2026. The survey found that monthly and hourly wages for hairstylists, estheticians, nail technicians and eyelash technicians were above Chiba Prefecture’s minimum wage of 1,140 yen. Hairstylists in particular earned an average monthly salary of 248,384 yen as full-time employees, 47,744 yen above the minimum wage.
Doctor’s Natural Recipe teams up with Kasumi Mori to launch Beauty Protein Rich (Black Sesame and Kinako Flavor), packed with carefully selected ingredients and formulated with a taste that makes it easy to incorporate into a beauty routine.
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Angfa’s Doctor’s Natural Recipe brand has teamed up with entertainer Kasumi Mori to launch Beauty Protein Drink Rich (Black Sesame and Kinako Flavor), containing Shiratama lactic acid bacteria, on May 14.
Kasumi Mori, who helped develop the collaboration product, stars in a new Doctor’s Natural Recipe web commercial. In a fantastical, crystal-clear world of shiratama, she embodies poised, unwavering beauty!
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ANGFA’s brand has teamed up with Kasumi Mori to launch Shiratama Beauty Protein Powder (Black Sesame and Kinako Flavor), with Mori herself starring in a new web commercial showcasing a luminous, translucent look.
Bowling shirts also on sale: Apparel collection announced to mark the revival screening of The Big Lebowski!
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To mark the re-release of the film The Big Lebowski, Japan’s Filmarks has launched a collaborative apparel collection themed around characters and bowling from the movie.
HIKE handles live production for Lemino presents すぺしゃりて Special Stage ~Kozuya’s Super-Popular Harem Big Operation!?~. The work also covers original illustrations, merchandise production and advance online sales.
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HIKE handled live production, original illustrations, merchandise production and advance online sales for the first live event by VTuber agency すぺしゃりて, Lemino presents すぺしゃりて Special Stage. The event was livestreamed on Lemino and captivated many fans.
“It can tell you even that?” The viral all-in-one fortune-telling service is available at a special price! There’s also a no-lose roulette draw! cocoloni Fortune-Telling Hall’s Kawagoe location launches 2nd anniversary campaign
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The Kawagoe location of cocoloni Fortune-Telling Hall, part of the Zappallas Group, is celebrating its 2nd anniversary with discounted fortune-telling and a prize draw offering prizes worth up to 3,300 yen.
Matsumoto Kiyoshi and マツモトキヨシ will hold a Rilakkuma shopping campaign nationwide from May 16, 2026, with a range of purchase-gift offers and prize draws.
Kazuki Kato and Satoshi Hashimoto sing their hearts out! THE Roots 2026 Kazuki Kato & Satoshi Hashimoto to air on TV for the first time on Sunday, May 17! CS衛星劇場
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CS衛星劇場 will air the concert THE Roots 2026, featuring Kazuki Kato and Satoshi Hashimoto, on television for the first time on May 17. The broadcast will present footage from the February 2026 performance, featuring a diverse selection of songs in a long-awaited program for fans.
Swissôtel Nankai Osaka will celebrate Pride Month in June with limited-edition drinks and a range of multicultural events, including drag queen bingo and voguing.
TV anime Ace of the Diamond actⅡ -Second Season-: Seido High School pride in a ring. Engrave a player’s name and set a diamond symbolizing an indomitable spirit.
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ユートレジャー has collaborated with the popular anime Ace of the Diamond actⅡ to release a ring inspired by Seido High School in the series. It features an engraved player name and a diamond accent. Reservations open on May 13, 2026.
Collaboration-yaki made on a hot plate and drinks with bonus gifts, inspired by the Medicine Seller and Shingi! Announcement of the food collaboration for Mononoke the Movie: Chapter 3 — The Snake God
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株式会社GENDA GiGO Entertainment will hold a collaboration event with Mononoke the Movie: Chapter 3 — The Snake God at GiGO locations from May 29, 2026. Offerings will include collaboration-yaki, drinks with bonus gifts, photo spots and recorded comments from voice actor Hiroshi Kamiya, giving fans a special experience.
ATOMIC, an action-thriller foreign TV series starring Alfie Allen of Game of Thrones (original title: ATOMIC)
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BS10プレミアム will broadcast the overseas drama ATOMIC, starring Game of Thrones actor Alfie Allen, exclusively in Japan for the first time under the title Atomic: Breaking Through the Extremes. Broadcasts and streaming begin on June 19.
New soy sauce ramen and salt tanmen for spice lovers
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Acecook will launch “Soy Sauce Ramen for Spice Lovers” and “Same: Salt Tanmen,” finished with “Super Addictive Pepper” supervised by S&B Foods, nationwide on June 1. They are characterized by their bold, stimulating flavor.
New Launch: King’s Soup for Discerning Adults — Roasted Sea Urchin Broth Soy Sauce Ramen
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Acecook will launch its new product, “King’s Soup for Discerning Adults — Roasted Sea Urchin Broth Soy Sauce Ramen,” nationwide on May 25, 2026. Packed with the savory flavor of roasted sea urchin broth, it offers an easy way to enjoy a luxurious meal.
“Why does everyone want to be the same?” A special program for serious conversations sparked by children’s questions: “Everyone’s ‘Why?’ Story Circle”
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TBSラジオ will air the special program “Everyone’s ‘Why?’ Story Circle” from 19:00 on Friday, May 15. Adult panelists including Taiyo Sugiura, Hikorohi and Natsuki Yasuda will seriously engage with simple questions posed by actor Tetta Shimada as a representative of children. The program brings generations together for conversation.
Companies mentioned:TBSテレビ、TBSラジオ、BS-TBS、CSのTBSチャンネル、Dialogue for People
U-NEXT to be a special sponsor of Next Manga Award 2026, a manga award where readers take center stage
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U-NEXT will serve as a special sponsor of “Next Manga Award 2026” for the eighth consecutive year, supporting the development of the next generation of manga.
ABEMA will air a special program in which players from the Suntory Sunbirds Osaka, including Ran Takahashi and Taishi Onodera, share their favorite foods and glimpses of their daily lives.
PARCO expands sculptor Yoshitoshi Kanemaki’s “present moment”: “Yoshitoshi Kanemaki: Emergent Entities” opens at PARCO MUSEUM TOKYO on Friday, June 12!!
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PARCO will present sculptor Yoshitoshi Kanemaki’s solo exhibition “Emergent Entity” in Shibuya from June 12.
Companies mentioned:株式会社パルコ、FUMA Contemporary Tokyo、BUNKYO ART、Perfect Things LLC、YN Associates
The second installment of the photo book “Jekyll and HYDE in Salzburg,” featuring newly shot photos in Austria, where HYDE serves as a tourism ambassador, ahead of his Vienna concert, goes on sale today, Wednesday, May 13!
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Artist HYDE will release the second installment of his photo book, “Jekyll and HYDE in Salzburg,” on May 13, featuring newly shot photos in Salzburg and other locations as Austria’s tourism ambassador. Published by Pia, it is being released ahead of his Vienna concert.
Companies mentioned:ぴあ株式会社、オーストリア大使館観光部、タワーレコード、HMV、楽天ブックス、ヴィレッジヴァンガード、VAMPROSE STORE
Nagoya production of the stage play “About Thirty Lies” confirmed! They want to believe, but can’t. A nonstop liar express comedy in which a group of con artists deceive one another aboard a sleeper train!
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The stage play “About Thirty Lies” will come to Nagoya and Tokyo in November 2026, with actors from the Tokai region taking on this locked-room comedy about con artists.
The long-awaited 3rd volume of the TV anime DVD from the “monumental science manga” is coming: “Science × Adventure Survival! Survival of the New Virus” set for release Wednesday, June 17, 2026!
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The 3rd anime DVD volume of the popular educational manga “Science Manga Survival,” “Survival of the New Virus,” will be released on June 17, 2026. Set in a dense jungle, it includes all 3 episodes of a story about confronting an unknown virus. The series has surpassed 14.5 million copies in Japan, bringing children scientific knowledge and the fun of adventure.
A gold medalist who owns a Jeep!? A drive with a women’s wrestling champion on “Mukai and Osada’s Car and Hot Springs Channel” #74, starting Saturday, May 16 at 21:00, featuring guest Yusho Kagami!
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Women’s wrestling gold medalist Yusho Kagami will appear as a guest on BSよしもと’s program “Mukai and Osada’s Car and Hot Springs Channel.” Kagami, who also owns a Jeep, will talk about her love of cars, recovering from burnout after competition, and her future career.
GMO TECH becomes an ACP-certified partner of Momentum to strengthen advertising risk measures
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GMO TECH has adopted Momentum’s advertising risk management tools and become an ACP-certified partner, aiming to prevent inappropriate ad placements and reduce the risk of brand damage.
New SSR character Olga Volkova makes her debut in the latest Muv-Luv title, “Muv-Luv Girls Garden”! The second half of the new chapter unlock event, “Memories of the Deceived Star (Falsa Memoria),” is now available!
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The latest Muv-Luv title, Muv-Luv Girls Garden, has launched the second half of its new chapter event and introduced a new SSR character, Olga Volkova.
“Detariki Z: Special Defense Bureau Members’ Daily Lives” will hold a collaboration with “Demon King Karin-chan RPG” starting at 0:00 on Thursday, May 14! A commemorative campaign offering up to 5,500 free gems will also be held.
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DMM GAMES’ 3D character RPG Detariki Z will hold a collaboration with Demon King Karin-chan RPG starting May 14, with up to 5,500 free gems on offer.
New feature lets participating brands introduce products scheduled for sale
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ZOZOTOWN has launched a new feature that lets participating brands create pages in advance to introduce new products they plan to sell. This enables brands to promote products on social media and gauge user interest, helping maximize sales opportunities.
Eikei University: Increasing the number of people who “want to work in Hiroshima” to stem population outflow from Hiroshima Prefecture. Eikei University’s PBL challenges students to tackle real-world issues—2nd-year students (Spring Quarter of academic year 2026)
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Eikei University has launched PBL (problem-solving exercises) for 2nd-year students. They will take on three themes—countering population outflow from Hiroshima, nuclear disarmament, and making student part-time workers an effective workforce—to develop practical skills by addressing real-world challenges.
Free online event: Organizational transformation in the age of AI
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Business Coach will hold a free online seminar on May 27 about organizational transformation in the age of AI. The seminar will help companies use 40 diagnostic tools to identify factors behind organizational stagnation and develop steps for action.
Survey of 100 people with experience repairing roofs in Hiroshima on how to choose a provider: 78% searched online; high ratings for satisfaction at 87% and willingness to hire again at 75%
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A survey on roof repairs in Hiroshima found that 78% of respondents searched for companies online and valued “word-of-mouth reviews” (50%) more than price, while repair satisfaction reached 87%.
Jisoku 246 Co., Ltd. announces the full cast and performance details for the music-reading play “Rabbit On.”
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Jisoku 246 Co., Ltd. has announced that the music-reading play “Rabbit On” will run at Kinokuniya Southern Theatre in June 2026. Directed and written by Shigeru Kawamoto, it features a star-studded voice cast and live musical accompaniment throughout.
The Beeline Polish model arrives, perfectly suited to the Triumph Bonneville!
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PLOT Co., Ltd. has launched the Beeline Moto II mirror-polished navigation device, designed for classic motorcycles. Featuring a polished stainless-steel bezel and an aluminum-alloy body, it is an ideal fit for retro models such as the Triumph Bonneville.
Orders have opened for the 2nd wave of newly illustrated Similar Look ver. merchandise from the TV anime Attack on Titan, including trading glitter badges! Available through AMNIBUS, which sells original anime and manga merchandise.
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AMNIBUS, a platform specializing in anime merchandise, has launched the 2nd wave of its new Similar Look ver. Attack on Titan collection, featuring 15 items including badges, apparel and acrylic stands. Preorders opened on May 8.
How can we create spaces for living together in an era of competition and exclusion?
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The National Children’s Welfare Center, a nonprofit organization, will hold an event on May 16, 2026, to mark the publication of the new book From a Society of Ability to Community Self-Governance. The event will explore spaces for living together that go beyond support relationships.
BookBase’s light novel imprint Dangan Bunko will publish 4 new titles on May 25. The Iron-Rusted Queen Mech, which has surpassed 80 million PV on Kakuyomu, and Red and Black, Paradise Hell Theater, which was deemed unsuitable for publication by a major label, are both set to be released in print.
Saltista Hashimoto FC and FC Coracao Infantil announce launch of joint operating structure for their junior youth teams
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Saltista Hashimoto FC and FC Coracao have announced that they will jointly operate their youth teams starting in fiscal 2027, establishing a new team, FC Coracao Saltista, that combines professional video analysis with a strong development system.
The next-generation luxury sauna mat made by Estec has been adopted by 毎日サウナ東京 幕張
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The STEC luxury sauna mat, developed by Saitama-based Estec, has been adopted by the newly opened 毎日サウナ東京 幕張. It features a comfortable double-layer design and high-quality Japanese craftsmanship.
Three treasured concerts by Naoko Kawai to air back-to-back this weekend on May 17 (Sun.)! CSホームドラマチャンネル
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CSホームドラマチャンネル will air 3 treasured concerts from 1982 to 1984 back-to-back on May 17 (Sun.) to mark the 45th anniversary of Naoko Kawai’s debut. Viewers can enjoy rare, uncut and commercial-free live footage from her early career.
A revolution in video retouching: Wink releases “Background Lock,” a new feature that keeps backgrounds from warping even when subjects move. It precisely distinguishes people from backgrounds to enable natural-looking body reshaping.
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The video retouching app Wink has released “Background Lock,” a new feature that lets users reshape figures without distorting the background. AI distinguishes people from their surroundings, enabling natural video editing. The feature responds to the “no-editing” trend and encourages users to post.
Global flavors gather at Toriaezu Gohei! The GOHEY World Gourmet Cup starts May 20 (Wed.)!
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The Toriaezu Gohei izakaya chain will launch the GOHEY World Gourmet Cup on May 20, featuring signature dishes and drinks inspired by countries including Mexico, Germany and South Korea.
From engineering services to solving social challenges and running a racing team: Auto Technic Japan (ATJ) to exhibit at both Yokohama and Nagoya venues of Automotive Engineering Exposition 2026
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Auto Technic Japan (ATJ) will exhibit at both the Yokohama and Nagoya venues of Automotive Engineering Exposition 2026, showcasing engineering services, solutions to social challenges such as mobility support for people with disabilities and older adults, and its racing team operations.
AI chatbot service launched to prevent visitors from leaving before making an inquiry; can be implemented simply by providing existing materials
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株式会社グッドクロス launched its AI chatbot service beecall on May 13, 2026, providing 24-hour responses to prospective customers’ questions before they make an inquiry. The service can be implemented simply by providing existing materials and helps prevent visitors from leaving while increasing inquiry opportunities.
Buddycom successfully tested with satellite communications service au Starlink Direct
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Science Arts announced that its communications platform Buddycom successfully completed voice-call tests in KDDI’s au Starlink Direct satellite environment, addressing coverage gaps in remote areas.
Netskope announces NewEdge AI Fast Path to optimize network traffic for AI applications
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Netskope Japan has launched NewEdge AI Fast Path, which optimizes network paths for AI applications while ensuring security alongside high performance and low latency.
Companies mentioned:Netskope Japan株式会社、Amazon Web Services、Microsoft、Google、Anthropic、OpenAI
Supporting children who do not attend school and their families: hands-on event “Kazemachi Camp 2026” to be held on Oki Island, Shimane Prefecture, in July 2026!
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General Incorporated Association Another Stage will hold Kazemachi Camp 2026 on Oki Island, Shimane Prefecture, in July 2026. Designed for children who do not attend school and their parents, the camp will use nature experiences and conversations with experts to boost children’s self-esteem and ease parents’ burdens.
“Pet bad breath is a nuisance”—awareness music video “If They’ve Eaten, It’s Time for a Toothbrushing Revolution,” Vol. 4: “Bad Breath Is a Nuisance” released
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Pet food company ドッグダイナー has released an awareness video describing pet bad breath as a nuisance to society, aiming to raise owners’ awareness of periodontal disease risks in dogs and cats and the importance of oral care.
For people living alone and those who support them: End-of-Life Planning Fair 2026 to be held at Rakan Kaikan in Meguro on May 16 (Sat.)! The event will feature a reenactment of a funeral preparation ritual from a film and 10 free seminars led by experts.
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NPO法人都民シルバーサポートセンター will hold End-of-Life Planning Fair 2026 at Rakan Kaikan in Meguro Ward on May 16, 2026. Through hands-on activities, consultations and seminars about end-of-life planning, the event will offer an opportunity to think about the future of oneself and one’s family.
RITAグループホールディングス holds its 2nd employee meeting: Report on RAD 2026, where all employees pledged actions for the future under the theme “Update”
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RITAグループホールディングス held its 2nd employee meeting, RAD 2026, on April 28, 2026. Under the theme “Update,” all employees pledged actions for the future. The company aims to strengthen unity across the group, emphasizing individual initiative and more active communication during a period of organizational change.
Orders open for trading chibi-character can badges, F3-size canvas boards and more from the TV anime “Everyday Life of a 29-Year-Old Single Mid-Level Adventurer”!! Available from AMNIBUS, which sells original anime and manga merchandise
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株式会社アルマビアンカ began accepting orders on April 30 through its online store AMNIBUS for 4 new original merchandise items from the TV anime “Everyday Life of a 29-Year-Old Single Mid-Level Adventurer.” The lineup includes can badges, canvas boards, acrylic stands and posters designed for everyday use.
Xserver Inc. receives letter of appreciation as a “PrivacyMark System Contributing Business”
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Xserver Inc. received a letter of appreciation from JIPDEC as a “PrivacyMark System Contributing Business.” The recognition honors the company’s long-standing efforts to protect personal information and its contributions to promoting the PrivacyMark system.
Netmarble releases latest footage of large-scale GvG “Conquest Battle” and preview events for its latest MMORPG, VAMPIR
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Netmarble released footage of the large-scale GvG “Conquest Battle” and Japan preview event for its latest MMORPG, VAMPIR, showcasing its dark Gothic world and strategic gameplay. The company has also launched pre-registration in Japan.
Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) and Lifetime Ventures will hold an international deep-tech conference in November 2026, with applications for startup pitching sessions opening on May 13.
Companies mentioned:ライフタイムベンチャーズ、沖縄科学技術大學院大學(OIST)、Playground Global
Webinar to introduce the combined environmental testing system “アイ 4Dマルチチャンバー”
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Iwasaki Electric will hold a webinar on May 27, 2026, introducing the combined environmental testing system “アイ 4Dマルチチャンバー,” which enables testing under conditions close to the outdoor environment. The system quickly performs comprehensive evaluations of three-dimensional parts and finished products under varied sunlight conditions, addressing challenges in environmental reliability testing.
Orders open for collaboration items from “Touhou Project” and “Matsumoto Noto” on AMNIBUS, which sells original anime and manga merchandise
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arma bianca is offering a collaboration merchandise collection featuring Touhou Project and illustrator Matsumoto Nohto on the AMNIBUS e-commerce platform. Items include watches, T-shirts and acrylic stands, with preorders opening on May 7.
Organize drone surveying data from collection through application in less time. Seminar explaining the new LiDAR “DJI ZENMUSE L3” to be held in Fukuoka on May 26 (Tue.) | Free admission; first 5 participants
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株式會社セキド will hold a free seminar in Fukuoka on May 26 about applying drone surveying data collected with the new LiDAR “DJI ZENMUSE L3.”
Proof-of-concept test completed for a digital asset management solution for domestic financial institutions addressing economic security, integrating the domestically produced hardware wallet “AndGo Wallet” with Fireblocks
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AndGo and Intertrade, among other companies, announced the successful completion of a proof-of-concept test for a digital asset management solution integrating the domestically produced AndGo Wallet hardware wallet with Fireblocks infrastructure.
Empathy-based art exhibition “Name That Phenomenon,” which has drawn a cumulative 37,000 visitors, collaborates with 埼玉西武ライオンズ. Calls for “Lions fan moments” begin on X
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The empathy-based art exhibition “Name That Phenomenon” has launched a project in collaboration with professional baseball team 埼玉西武ライオンズ, inviting fans to submit “Lions fan moments.” Selected submissions will be illustrated and displayed inside and outside the stadium, and turned into merchandise.
Proof-of-concept test completed for a digital asset management solution for domestic financial institutions addressing economic security, integrating the domestically produced hardware wallet “AndGo Wallet” with Fireblocks
【ジャヌ東京】Enjoy a summer aperitivo on the terrace at dusk. Savor sparkling Prosecco and seafood with “Sera Italiana,” and seasonal fruit with the “Fruit Cocktail Collection”
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Janu Tokyo in Azabudai Hills, Tokyo, will launch a summer-only terrace dining experience in June, featuring an Italian aperitivo offering, seasonal fruit cocktails and signature cold noodles for a luxurious way to beat the heat.
【Letra — New Arrival】One-of-a-kind pieces woven with the “heart” of artisans. Sun-kissed “Playful Assort” — Letra’s mercado bags are back this year, offering a chance to find your perfect color.
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Letra has released its “Playful Assort” woven bag collection, each one uniquely handwoven by Mexican artisans following their instincts. Pop-up shops are also being held at multiple locations.
Benjamin Steakhouse Kyoto, the Kyoto branch of the prestigious New York steakhouse, will offer a limited-time “Champagne Free-Flow Plan” featuring Champagne from パイパーエドシック and 3 kinds of appetizers from June 12 to July 12, 2026.
Levi and Limplus to co-host webinar on May 27, 11:00–12:00: “Break Through the Stagnation After Tool Adoption! Building a Self-Directed DX Organization Through Structured Thinking and PBL”
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Limplus, which provides DX talent development training for businesses, and Levi, which specializes in structured approaches, will co-host a free webinar on May 27 about overcoming stalled DX projects and building self-directed organizations. The event is aimed at DX leaders and IT department heads seeking to maximize the impact of IT investment.
【Reiwa no Tora face off!】Joint study and networking event by 野口塾 and 谷本商人塾 set for 5/21
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野口塾, run by 株式会社CBTソリューションズ, and 谷本商人塾, led by 株式会社エースタイルホールディングス, will hold a joint study and networking event on May 21, 2026. The two representatives, familiar from the YouTube show “Reiwa no Tora,” will discuss building business models and answer participants’ questions directly in this practical event.
“JETSTREAM PRIME Retractable 3-Color Ballpoint Pen” Quiet Colors launches Monday, May 25, 2026
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Mitsubishi Pencil will launch the Quiet Colors version of the “JETSTREAM PRIME Retractable 3-Color Ballpoint Pen” on May 25, 2026, as part of its premium writing instrument line. Its refined look combines a chic matte metal finish with silver accents, while its understated design suits business settings and offers a smooth writing experience.
Stola. × Stylist Sayaka Kawakami launch their first collaborative items!
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Apparel brand “Stola.” will release its first collaborative items with popular stylist Sayaka Kawakami on May 13, 2026. The 2 styles—a sheer blouson and a 2-way blouse—are designed with layering in mind and will be available through the official online store and directly operated stores nationwide, offering sophisticated styles for working women.
Check Point Research releases its 2026 first-quarter ransomware report: attacks are accelerating and their impact is growing as groups consolidate
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Check Point Research released its first-quarter 2026 ransomware report, noting a trend toward centralization and AI-driven acceleration. A handful of powerful groups were behind 71% of attacks, affecting 2,122 organizations.
Companies mentioned:チェック・ポイント・ソフトウェア・テクノロジーズ株式会社、Check Point Research
New app “Bus Doko by NAVITIME,” specializing in bus arrival information, launches
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NAVITIME JAPAN launched “Bus Doko by NAVITIME,” a new app specializing in bus arrival information, on May 13, 2026. Supporting route buses operated by 137 companies nationwide, it provides real-time arrival information and delay updates to ease passengers’ concerns and help them travel smoothly.
Explaining policy trends in energy conservation and the shift away from fossil fuels: Agency for Natural Resources and Energy official confirmed as speaker at “New Approaches to Decarbonizing Factories: Latest Examples of Capital Investment,” to be held May 20【Free registration】
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Sendenkaigi will hold the “New Approaches to Decarbonizing Factories: Latest Examples of Capital Investment” conference for free on May 20, 2026. Speakers from the Agency for Natural Resources and Energy, Huawei Technologies Japan and Bridgestone will discuss energy-saving policies, decarbonization measures and the latest examples of capital investment.
Otomate unveils character PV for new game “君に惑い、君に溺れる。”!
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Otomate has released a character promotional video for its new game “君に惑い、君に溺れる。” featuring voice lines from five romanceable characters. The game is scheduled for release in late July 2026.
【Up to 78% OFF!!】Compile Heart launches its “Rainy Season Game Backlog Sale”!!
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Compile Heart is holding its “Rainy Season Sale” on two major platforms starting May 13, with discounts of up to 78% on several Neptunia and RPG titles.
Electronic document delivery system “@Tovas” and “FUJIFILM IWpro” begin data integration
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Kokuyo’s electronic document system “@Tovas” and “FUJIFILM IWpro” have teamed up to launch an integration application, creating a seamless workflow from document management to delivery and improving corporate DX efficiency.
Paper by TCB doctors published in international medical journal “PRS Global Open.” Study examines how different media influence patients’ decisions to visit cosmetic surgery clinics, a first for Japan
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TCB東京中央美容外科 has published Japan’s first paper in an international medical journal examining how different types of media, including social media, influence patients’ motivations for seeking cosmetic surgery.
Paper by TCB doctors published in international medical journal “PRS Global Open.” Industry-first analysis using nationwide Japanese cosmetic surgery data
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A team of doctors from TCB東京中央美容外科 has published the industry’s first paper analyzing cosmetic surgery trends before and after the pandemic using nationwide data from Japan. The paper appeared in the international medical journal “PRS Global Open.”