The full lineup of official merchandise for the “Koshien Brass Band Festival 2026” has been announced! Limited-edition collaboration merchandise with “Sound! Euphonium: The Final Movement” is also included! Online presales begin May 14 (Thu.)
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Hanshin Koshien Stadium will host the “Koshien Brass Band Festival 2026” on May 31, with online presales starting May 14 for official merchandise, including items in collaboration with “Sound! Euphonium.”
Promoting digital transformation in real estate fund management! Launch of “Real Estate Fund Solution,” a specialist website combining practical expertise and technology
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Prop Tech plus株式会社 has launched “不動産ファンドソリューション,” a specialist website promoting the digital transformation of real estate fund management. It offers a range of services, including the industry-standard “T2TR ComFort” platform, and aims to lead digital transformation across the real estate securitization industry.
Nishio Rent All’s public relations magazine “安全くん” reaches its 200th issue!
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西尾レントオール株式会社’s public relations magazine “安全くん” marked its 200th issue in May 2026. It has recorded total circulation of more than 4 million copies and 300,000 survey responses, contributing to safety and environmental awareness in the construction industry.
The perilous beauty of a woman under hypnosis, adrift in a dreamlike state and unable to resist whatever is done to her: “Mystical Vulnerability”—hypnosis photographer ウダッチ to exhibit at Design Festa
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Hypnotist ウダッチ will appear as a “hypnosis photographer” at Design Festa Vol. 63, presenting photographs and a live hypnosis performance. The works, featuring women in a hypnotic state, explore the theme of “Mystical Vulnerability,” and visitors can try hypnosis themselves.
Premium Yutai Club introduced at 京阪神ビルディング株式会社 to strengthen dialogue with shareholders and advance digital transformation of shareholder management
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Keihanshin Building has introduced WILLs’ “Premium Yutai Club,” establishing a new shareholder-benefit program and promoting the digital transformation of shareholder management.
クラシテク has launched “カイゴAIオペ,” an AI assistant for long-term care providers, with no initial or fixed costs and per-user pricing, automating document and administrative work.
Get covered in mud in the home of the branded rice “梨北米”! “Mud Tug-of-War Tournament” to be held May 17 in Ennocho, Nirasaki
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The 5th Mud Tug-of-War Tournament will be held on May 17, 2026, in Ennocho, Nirasaki City, Yamanashi Prefecture. Held in the production area of the branded rice “梨北米,” the community revitalization event features tug-of-war in a muddy rice paddy and a rice-paddy flag race, with participants praying for a bountiful harvest.
Formulation of the new environmental target, “SMFL Group Sustainability Action Plan”
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Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing (SMFL) has formulated a new environmental target, the “SMFL Group Sustainability Action Plan.” To achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, it is moving toward more effective initiatives, including a target to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by fiscal 2030.
Strengthening measures to prevent spoofing email damage: JR West logo to appear on outgoing emails
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JR West will begin sending emails compliant with BIMI (Brand Indicators for Message Identification) from May 13, 2026, as an anti-spoofing measure. The JR West logo will appear in compatible email clients, making it easier for customers to identify legitimate emails.
70% of industrial waste operators have 30 or fewer employees — structural challenges in an industry dominated by paper manifests, Excel, telephone and fax, and the challenge of AI business OS “WasteOS”
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株式会社Leach has announced plans for “WasteOS,” an AI business system for the industrial waste treatment industry, aimed at addressing the sector’s excessive reliance on paper and manual work.
Passing Japan’s beautiful culture and technology on to the next generation: the “20th お仏壇のはせがわ賞” awarded to 東京藝術大学
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Hasegawa Buddhist Altar Co., Ltd. presented the “20th Hasegawa Buddhist Altar Award” and a special prize for outstanding works and research by students in the Graduate School of Conservation at Tokyo University of the Arts.
“Showa retro” meets “the nostalgic dagashi shop”: Jankara opens a new play spot in Umeda Shibatacho on May 13, where visitors can enjoy filling bags with snacks!
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Karaoke chain Jankara has opened “Jagashiya,” a snack shop in Osaka’s Umeda district with a Showa-era retro theme, offering new entertainment experiences such as all-you-can-fill snack bags and capsule toy machines.
Your home can connect with the “world.” Host families wanted to welcome students from a U.S. sister city!
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韮崎市 is seeking host families to welcome high school students and their chaperones from its sister city, フェアフィールド市, in the United States. The 14-day program, from June 25 to July 8, 2026, offers an opportunity for intercultural exchange.
[TAC Social Insurance and Labor Consultant Course] Free online seminar “Get certified and turn your experience into an asset!” to be held May 16 (Sat.)
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The TAC Social Insurance and Labor Consultant Course will hold a free online seminar, “Get certified and turn your experience into an asset!,” on May 16 (Sat.). Instructor 黒沢, who has an unconventional career background, will discuss the benefits and challenges of obtaining the qualification and the possibility of starting an independent practice, drawing on personal experience, followed by a Q&A session.
Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing (SMFL) formulated new material issues effective April 1, 2026, in response to changes in the social and environmental landscape and business expansion. It will promote SDG-focused management and, based on the concept of double materiality, seek to resolve social issues and enhance corporate value.
“Hearttra-chan from across Japan” makes its debut at the National Red Cross Convention!
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日本赤十字社 unveiled for the first time at its national convention character designs for “Hearttra-chan from across Japan,” featuring the distinctive characteristics of all 47 prefectures, as part of its campaign ahead of its 150th anniversary.
[A Jomon-era time slip for parents and children!] “Jomon-style handprint making” event to be held in Nirasaki
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にら★ちび, a child-rearing support center in Nirasaki City, Yamanashi Prefecture, will hold an event for parents and children to explore Jomon culture. Participants will make clay handprints at a local folk museum and finish them later by open-air firing, with the aim of deepening interest in local history and strengthening family bonds.
Announcement of the launch of the “EZ JET ボールブラシ” (general medical device)
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株式会社サンオクス has launched the “EZ JET ボールブラシ,” a general medical device designed to reduce the burden of cleaning endoscope scopes, in Japan. Developed by South Korea’s Silvertech, the product went on sale at a medical conference exhibition on May 9, 2026, and is expected to be supplied to medical institutions nationwide.
An 84-year-old master craftsperson takes on global “PFAS regulations.” Full-scale launch of a “down-only supplement wash” that restores the loft of luxury down garments.
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モリクリ is launching a full-scale home-delivery cleaning service for luxury down garments and ski wear, introducing PFAS-free water-repellent treatment and a supplement wash designed specifically for down. Expert hand-finishing by an 84-year-old craftsperson revives garments while meeting environmental regulations.
Rakuten STAY grand-opens Rakuten STAY VILLA Kusatsu Onsen in a forested area of Kusatsu, Gunma Prefecture
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Rakuten Stay will open Rakuten STAY VILLA Kusatsu Onsen, a villa-style accommodation facility with 17 guest rooms, in Kusatsu, Gunma Prefecture, on May 26.
Takisada Nagoya Co., Ltd. opens its textile e-commerce site, “Takisada-Nagoya Online Studio,” to the public
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Takisada Nagoya Co., Ltd. will open its textile e-commerce site, “Takisada-Nagoya Online Studio,” to the public on May 18, 2026. Aimed at apparel companies and designers, the site seeks to advance digital transformation in the fashion industry and make material selection more efficient. It will build a new B2B transaction model through extensive fabric information and links with in-person sales.
TOYO TIRES JAPANCUP / JOC Junior Olympic Cup BMX Racing 2026 to be held!!
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The “TOYO TIRES JAPANCUP / JOC Junior Olympic Cup BMX Racing 2026” will be held at Nagoya Keirin Velodrome. TOYO TIRE will serve as title sponsor for the first time, and the event will also serve as a selection race for Japan’s representatives at the Asian Games. Admission is free, and BMX try-out sessions will also be held.
Cloud service “Omakase AI Parliamentary Secretary” launches, using AI to centralize tasks from supporter management to handling petitions
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RITAVERSE Inc. has launched “Omakase AI Parliamentary Secretary,” an AI-powered cloud service specializing in lawmakers’ work. It centralizes tasks from supporter management to handling petitions and uses AI to improve operational efficiency. The service starts at a monthly fee of 22,000 yen and is aimed at lawmakers ranging from local assembly members to national legislators.
Healthcare shifts from “treatment-centered” to “prediction and prevention-centered” — ヘルスケアAIoTコンソーシアム to hold symposium marking its 10th anniversary
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The Healthcare AIoT Consortium will hold a symposium on May 29, 2026, to mark its ten-year anniversary, exploring how AI, IoT and behavioral data can be used to put predictive and preventive healthcare into practice.
To celebrate its 26th anniversary, Tokyo Dome Hotel will offer 10 “Jardin de Fruits” commemorative cakes each day from June 1, 2026, featuring an abundance of fruit.
Corporate AI mental health service “Dr. Avatar” launches
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AI mental health company launches “Dr. Avatar,” a conversational AI mental health service for businesses that helps them detect changes in employees’ mental well-being early and provide preventive support.
Nearly half of affluent people who own real estate say they hold properties they do not plan to sell on the assumption that they will never sell them in their lifetime!
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A T-Gats-K survey found that nearly half of affluent people who own real estate hold properties on the assumption that they will “never sell them in their lifetime,” mainly for their own or relatives’ use.
Visualizing the risk of stroke recurrence using “everyday life data”
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The MEDIROM Group announced research findings showing that combining wearable devices with daily-life records can visualize stroke patients’ risk of recurrence in everyday life, and confirmed that this helps raise patients’ awareness of managing their health.
[New program] Helping teens in out-of-home care develop “the ability to envision their future.” Six-month program incorporating learning from Nordic folk high schools launches｜NPO法人手の長いおじさんプロジェクト
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NPO法人「手の長いおじさんプロジェクト」 will launch a 6-month educational program in September 2026 to help teens in out-of-home care explore their future.
About 80% of parents in dual-income households with children from elementary through high school say they want to “invest” in some form of extracurricular activity that develops skills useful for their children’s future studies or careers!
[V3D Asia] Jeffrey Yang, who worked at global architecture firm SOM and leading developer K11, appointed Chief Design Officer of V3D Asia
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V3D Asia announced the appointment of Jeffrey Yang, who has more than 20 years of international experience in architecture and real estate, as Chief Design Officer (CDO). The company aims to increase the real estate value of 3D-printed buildings through design.
Companies mentioned：V3D Asia 株式会社、Skidmore, Owings & Merrill、Robert A.M. Stern Architects、GreenbergFarrow、恒隆地産、新世界グループ、K11 Concept Limited、Altus Capital Partners (Asia)、Puzzle Mission International Limited
“AI generates ideas!” Technical support provided for the launch of “AIDEL,” a business idea generation tool
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Quants Research provided systems development and technical support for the new AI business idea generation tool “AIDEL” launched by Yano Research Institute.
About 80% of vendors are businesses from 沖縄県. Kanto’s largest Okinawan culture festivals, with 104 booths, “OKINAWA FES Milafete” celebrates its 10th anniversary this year and takes place this weekend!
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Kanto’s large-scale Okinawan culture festival “OKINAWA FES Milafete” celebrates its 10th anniversary this year and will be held at Yoyogi Park on May 16 and 17. About 80% of vendors are businesses from 沖縄県, and visitors can experience Okinawan music, food, products, art and more.
Spotlight on “fiber,” a global wellness trend for 2026: New approaches to gut health and beauty driven by fermentable dietary fiber
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Ahead of Fermentable Dietary Fiber Day, 一般社団法人発酵性食物繊維普及プロジェクト held “The New Frontier of Gut Health: Fermentable Dietary Fiber Trends Linking the Gut and Skin.” The event presented the potential of fermentable dietary fiber and a new wellness market through a presentation of the latest research by Jun Kunisawa, examples of beauty practices from Maiko Yamazaki, and presentations on initiatives by 5 participating companies.
Daido Steel and ニッパツ jointly develop a rotor for next-generation motors, helping meet the diverse needs of electric vehicle drive motors
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Daido Steel and NHK Spring jointly developed a next-generation electric vehicle motor rotor using a hot-worked magnet free of heavy rare earths, achieving high output and easier disassembly for recycling.
[Beyond zero physical restraint] 横浜病院 to apply for review toward Humanitude® certification across all wards
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Medical Corporation Genkikai Yokohama Hospital plans to apply for Humanitude® certification across all its wards, further advancing its philosophy of “zero physical restraint” in care.
TO BI KEN’s “Acid Powder PT,” which balances the skin’s environment toward a mildly acidic state, returns May 20, 2026, as a regular product
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The Tokyo Institute of Cosmetic Science will bring back “TO BI KEN Acid Powder PT” as a regular product from May 20, 2026. The pressed version of the long-selling product, first released in 1965, has repeatedly sold out due to popular demand, prompting the decision to make it a permanent offering.
Surrounded by flower fields and the aroma of freshly baked bread—new gacha added to “Sugar Doll”
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Global Gear has released a new “Tyrolean Garden” gacha with an exotic, leisurely-living theme for its dress-up and character-raising mobile game Sugar Doll.
無臭元工業 receives letter of appreciation from 桜川市 after donating emergency-stock portable toilets through the corporate hometown tax program / Ibaraki Prefecture
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無臭元工業 donated “Mushuuret” portable toilets for emergency supplies to 桜川市, Ibaraki Prefecture, through the corporate hometown tax program and received a letter of appreciation. The donation supports 桜川市’s fire services and disaster prevention and mitigation initiatives, helping ensure sanitary conditions during disasters.
株式会社ClassLab. partners with 株式会社アンビシャス on services
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株式会社ClassLab. has begun distributing coupons for 株式会社アンビシャス’s “Shuno Pit” storage units through “RIRIFE,” an app for people starting new lives. The service partnership aims to meet new residents’ storage needs, improve convenience and attract repeat customers.
Announcement of matchups and venues for the Badminton S/J League 2026-27
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The Nippon Badminton Association announced the matchups and venues for the Badminton S/J League 2026-27. The league will be held at 15 venues nationwide from October 31, 2026, to February 21, 2027. Starting this season, it will adopt a 15-point, 3-game format and introduce a judge-assist system at some venues.
The “4th Bali Surf Camp,” supported by our company, concludes successfully
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株式会社ストロングハート supported the “4th Bali Surf Camp,” organized by professional surfer Yuji Mori, helping train 13 next-generation surfers. The company provided its “Strong Bar” protein bars and funding, supporting participants in improving their skills and developing as people.
About 70% of managers at logistics companies that hire foreign drivers say that “hiring foreign drivers alone is not enough to overcome the 2024 problem”!
HIGHLIGHT’s Yang Yoseob “2026 YANG YOSEOP SOLO CONCERT ＜Fade In＞ in TOKYO” fan club 2nd presale tickets go on sale today (5/13) at 15:00!
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Yang Yoseob of K-pop group HIGHLIGHT will hold his solo concert “2026 YANG YOSEOP SOLO CONCERT ＜Fade In＞ in TOKYO” at Toyosu PIT in Tokyo on July 4 and 5, 2026. The 2nd round of fan club presale tickets goes on sale today, May 13, at 15:00. This will be his first solo performance in Japan in about 3 years.
Companies mentioned：Around US ENTERTAINMENT、バッドニュース
The information gap widening with the spread of comprehensive selection admissions (formerly AO admissions) | Obunsha and AOI to jointly develop content for applicants on “University Entrance Exam Passnavi”
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Hanagata, which operates the AOI cram school, has partnered with Obunsha to offer preparation content for comprehensive selection admissions (formerly AO admissions) on the “University Entrance Exam Passnavi” platform, aiming to close the information gap among applicants.
Knowledge management tool “Narekan” to exhibit at “DX General EXPO 2026 Spring Osaka”!
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株式会社Stock will exhibit its knowledge management tool “Narekan” at “DX General EXPO 2026 Spring Osaka.” Equipped with AI search and generative AI functions, the tool will be presented as a simple, user-friendly way to address internal information-sharing challenges.
“Thermal management” added to benchmarking report offerings
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株式会社小野測器 will begin selling a “Thermal Management” report on the Chinese electric sports sedan “Xiaomi SU7 Max” through its new benchmarking report sales business on May 20, 2026. The report focuses on analyzing thermal control technologies in electric vehicle development and addresses the needs of automakers and others.
A journey guided by glass in search of “beginnings” | Yohei Chimura solo exhibition “It Is Also Before the Next Name” to be held at KOTARO NUKAGA (Roppongi)
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Contemporary artist Yohei Chimura will hold the solo exhibition “It Is Also Before the Next Name” at KOTARO NUKAGA (Roppongi). Alongside new works in his signature series combining glass and tin, he will present a large-scale installation covering the entire space. The exhibition runs from June 6 to July 18, 2026.
More than 40% of Tokyo condominium residents who own a car say they would like to eventually live without one! 株式会社アズーム conducts survey on car lifestyles among Tokyo condominium residents!
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A survey by Japan’s AZOOM found that more than 四成 of car-owning apartment residents in Tokyo are considering giving up car ownership in the future, highlighting the risk of vacant parking spaces.
Artful Cheese Discovery ~Exploring the new appeal of cheese through art~ Free hands-on event featuring French cheeses to be held at reload and ADRIFT on 6/6 and 7!
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CNIEL (French National Dairy Economy Center), with EU support, will hold “Artful Cheese Discovery,” a free hands-on event featuring French cheeses, in Shimokitazawa on June 6 and 7. The event is open to the public and offers a chance to discover cheese’s new appeal through art.
Ridgelinez publishes original customer loyalty research report: In an era when economic benefits alone are not enough to win customers, what differentiating factors are essential to building loyalty?
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Ridgelinez has published a customer loyalty survey report, identifying emotional value and self-actualization, in addition to economic benefits, as key factors in keeping customers loyal to brands.
The autobiography of legendary marketer Naoki Sakai, who made cars huge hits with concepts alone, without designing them! How did he turn a series of “failures” into “assets” and reset his life from rock bottom?
To mark the 50th anniversary of the “2026 Sun Life Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races,” Hong Kong to hold its largest-ever “Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival,” lasting 13 days
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The Hong Kong Tourism Board will hold the 13-day “Hong Kong Dragon Boat Carnival” from June 19 to July 1 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the international dragon boat races.
小野建株式会社 has renovated its Hiroshima branch warehouse, installed 8 new processing machines for structural steel and steel plates, and begun full-scale operations. By bringing previously outsourced processing in-house, the company aims to cut costs and shorten delivery times while strengthening its supply network as a key hub for the Chugoku and Shikoku regions.
[First installment] “Hibiki 21 Years” featured in latest whisky lottery, on sale from May 13
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タチバナE酒販（株式会社アップライジング） will launch the first installment of its new “Okuman Mik Uji” series of “Whisky Mik Uji” on May 13. The lottery is limited to 655 entries and features hard-to-find bottles, led by Japanese whisky “Hibiki 21 Years.” It is priced at 3,980 yen plus 990 yen shipping and promises whisky fans “the ultimate thrill of indulgence.”
Tier IV begins offering mass-production MP series in-vehicle cameras optimized for Level 4 autonomous driving
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Tier IV, which aims to democratize autonomous driving, has begun offering its MP series of in-vehicle cameras for mass production, optimized for Level 4 autonomous driving. Highly compatible with the open-source software Autoware, the cameras will help accelerate the adoption of autonomous driving systems in a wide range of fields, including buses and construction machinery.
Companies mentioned：ADLINK、Connect Tech、Neousys、EUREKA、アイサンテクノロジー株式会社、Digiflec、The Autoware Foundation
Former USJ and Starbucks leaders promise an outstanding environment for growth as the Risou Jitsugyo Group begins its first-ever new-graduate recruitment for back-office roles
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Risou Jitsugyo, operator of “Dotonbori Kamukura,” is recruiting for its back-office team for the first time, targeting 2028 graduates, with training led by former USJ and Starbucks executives.
Companies mentioned：株式会社理想実業、株式会社ZIPANGU、株式会社RSJ GLOBAL HOLDINGS、株式会社プロデュースカンパニー、株式会社理想製麺、フーズパレット
Lifestyle-related disease risk measures for health insurance societies: launching health programs that support members at risk of diabetes and kidney disease through lifestyle changes
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Fractal Workout has introduced “lifestyle-related disease risk measures” for health insurance societies, using standardized modules for exercise, diet and self-care to help companies manage employee health without added burdens.
Hakuhodo Products launches “Remote Work Women’s Academy” in Akune, Kagoshima Prefecture, in collaboration with PERSOL TEMPSTAFF to create employment opportunities for women
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Hakuhodo Products is launching “Remote Work Women’s Academy” for women in Akune, in collaboration with Akune City, Kagoshima Prefecture, and PERSOL TEMPSTAFF. The program aims to create employment opportunities for women in Akune, which is grappling with population decline, and revitalize the region through remote work.
Professional golfer Miki Saiki appointed executive managing director of HESTA Okura Co., Ltd.
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Professional golfer Miki Saiki has been appointed executive managing director of HESTA Okura Co., Ltd., bringing sports and business together to create new value.
“HOTEL GEOMETIQ Osaka Umeda, an Ascend Collection Hotel” to open on July 16, 2026; reservations begin May 1
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Greens Co., Ltd. will open Japan’s 第二 hotel under the Ascend Collection brand in Osaka’s Umeda district on July 16, 2026, with reservations opening May 1.
SpiderPlus partners with a local construction company to hold a construction DX class “in the classroom” at Tokai Technical School—the first of its kind in Tokai
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SpiderPlus partnered with a local construction company to hold a hands-on class at Tokai Technical School introducing the construction DX tool “SPIDER+.”
Operations begin at “Student Hall Uni E’meal Shimane University North,” Shimane Prefecture’s first student apartment building with meals; features include dietitian-supervised menus, extensive facilities and opportunities for residents to socialize
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JSB has launched Shimane Prefecture’s first student apartment building with meals, “Student Hall Uni E’meal Shimane University North,” offering dietitian-supervised menus and extensive facilities.
“肉のエサカ Sennan Store” reopens on Saturday, May 16! “Demiglace-Braised Ganko Hamburger Steak” arrives at 800 yen (before tax)! The taste and price that only a store directly run by a meat-processing plant can offer are finally here!
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肉のエサカ Sennan Store will reopen on May 16 and begin serving its “Demiglace-Braised Ganko Hamburger Steak,” available for 800 yen (before tax), a specialty of its direct operation by a meat-processing plant. The new menu offers quality meat at an affordable price, while popular steak dishes will also be available for 1000 yen, with the aim of improving customer satisfaction.
A gift that brings health and delight, wonderful to receive and give: “Nisshin OilliO Gifts” for the 2026 midyear gift season
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Nisshin OilliO Group is launching gift products for the 2026 midyear gift season under the theme “Gifts that bring health and delight.” The company has revamped its popular healthy oil gift sets and expanded its flaxseed oil-based and seasoning gift selections, offering a total of 11 product varieties and 29 items.
Applications for the first FC presale lottery for “2026 CHOO YOUNG WOO FANMEETING [CHOO-prise!] in JAPAN” open today, May 13, at 18:00!
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Actor Choo Young Woo will hold “2026 CHOO YOUNG WOO FANMEETING [CHOO-prise!] in JAPAN” in Tokyo on July 20, 2026, his first fan meeting in about half a year. The fan club presale lottery opens today, May 13, at 18:00, and ticket purchasers will have the chance to win benefits such as a 1:1 photo session and an autographed item.
Investment made in アンドクラフト株式会社 to turn Shinshu’s resources into value for the world
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ミライドア株式会社 has invested in アンドクラフト株式会社, a Nagano Prefecture-based startup, through the Shinshu SS2 Fund. アンドクラフト株式会社 operates “驛（EKI）,” a lodging brand specializing in inbound travelers, and aims to revitalize the local economy.
Enhancing our in-person-free support system to better serve each customer
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Yamanashi Chuo Bank will expand services at its Direct Marketing Center, a customer consultation desk serving non-face-to-face channels, starting May 15. Customers will be able to purchase and cancel investment trusts and public bonds, as well as arrange regular investment trust contributions, through online meetings. The bank aims to improve convenience and meet a wider range of customer needs.
A preliminary showdown for the title of emperor! The traditional “Oi Kinen (SⅠ)” takes place on 5/20 (Wed.)! Anna Tsuchiya, Hitomi Nakajima and others make their first appearances on TCK’s official YouTube show “ウマきゅん”!
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Tokyo City Keiba will hold the “Oi Kinen” race on May 20. The official YouTube program “ウマきゅん” will feature a star-studded lineup including Anna Tsuchiya, offering race predictions and related activities.
Closing the information gap that is widening with the growing adoption of comprehensive admissions. Obunsha partners with AOI, a prep school specializing in comprehensive admissions, to jointly offer content for applicants on “University Entrance Exam Passnavi”
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Obunsha has partnered with AOI, operated by Hanagata, to jointly offer content on comprehensive admissions through “University Entrance Exam Passnavi,” aiming to close the information gap among applicants.
Randstad to exhibit at “Tokyo Pride 2026” for the 5th consecutive year, distributing original neck straps to the first 5,000 visitors; survey to examine psychological safety in the workplace
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Global human resources company Randstad will exhibit at “Tokyo Pride 2026” for the 5th consecutive year, distributing original phone neck straps and conducting a survey on psychological safety in the workplace.
[IDEATECH to speak at Peatix Marketing Terrace vol.26 on May 22] Explaining PR and marketing strategies to solve the problem of “more leads but no sales growth”
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An executive managing director of IDEATECH will speak at a Peatix marketing seminar on May 22, discussing how to combine PR and marketing to address the challenge of “leads without revenue.”
[Latest office market report released] Office vacancy rate unchanged from the previous month
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Sanko Estate has released its May 2026 Office Market Report. The vacancy rate for large buildings in Tokyo’s central 5 wards was 1.15%, unchanged from the previous month and remaining low. Asking rents rose for the 6th consecutive month, returning to the 33,000-yen-per-tsubo range for the first time since November 2008.
Sanko Estate has released its April 2026 Osaka Office Market Report. The vacancy rate in large buildings in Osaka declined for the 4th consecutive month to 2.17%, while asking rents rose for the 7th consecutive month to ¥20,427 per tsubo. Office demand remains strong.
[Nagoya Edition] [Latest Office Market Report Released] Office vacancy rate edges up for the first time in 5 months
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Sanko Estate has released its April 2026 Nagoya Office Market Report. The vacancy rate edged up for the first time in 5 months, but available floor space in large-area units remains limited and office demand is active. Asking rents fell for the first time in 8 months but remain around ¥13,000 per tsubo.
[Sapporo Edition] [Latest Office Market Report Released] Office vacancy rate edges up for 3 consecutive months
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Sanko Estate has released its May 2026 Sapporo Office Market Report. The office vacancy rate in Sapporo edged up for the 3rd consecutive month to 3.54%, while asking rents edged down for the 2nd consecutive month to ¥13,253 per tsubo.
[Sendai Edition] [Latest Office Market Report Released] Office vacancy rate edges down from the previous month
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Sanko Estate has released its April 2026 Sendai Office Market Report. The vacancy rate edged down 0.05 percentage points from the previous month to 5.33%; in the West Station area, it returned to the 4% range for the first time in 12 months. Asking rents rose for the first time in 5 months and are holding steady at around ¥12,000 per tsubo.
Sanko Estate has released its April 2026 Fukuoka Office Market Report. The office vacancy rate fell for the 7th consecutive month to 3.55%, while asking rents rose for the 4th consecutive month, setting a new high since 2000. Amid continued supply of large buildings through the Tenjin Big Bang project, Fukuoka’s office market is thriving.
[四十八漁場] Kochi Fair: Seasonal flavors showcasing the region’s finest offerings, available only this time of year
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The izakaya 四十八漁場 will hold a limited-time “Kochi Fair” starting May 13, featuring carefully selected seafood and meat from Kochi, along with local sake.
The 2nd collection of limited-edition AOMORI×Dick Bruna TABLE goods featuring Miffy and apples is here! Everyday items bring memories of Aomori into daily life
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Felissimo has announced the 2nd collection of limited-edition AOMORI×Dick Bruna TABLE collaboration goods featuring Miffy and apples, with items going on sale from May 15.
The 1.5th anniversary after-party is underway in DMM GAMES’ 『転職魔王～リストラ勇者のお仕置きセレナーデ～』! The new “【浴衣】タチアナ” arrives, along with a campaign offering up to 3,000 Dragon God Stones!
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DMM GAMES’ 《轉職魔王》 is holding a 1.5th anniversary after-party, featuring a login campaign offering up to 3,000 Dragon God Stones and a new limited character, “【浴衣】塔姬安娜.”
During Golden Week, JAF received 86,718 requests for roadside assistance nationwide, up 2,706 from the previous year; May 2 saw the most
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JAF announced that it received 86,718 requests for roadside assistance nationwide during Golden Week (April 25–May 7), an increase of 2,706 from the previous year. The busiest day was May 2, with 7,835 requests.
A body pillow cover based on the TV anime 『レプリカだって、恋をする。』 is now available as a made-to-order item!
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A body pillow cover based on the TV anime 『レプリカだって、恋をする。』 is now available as a made-to-order item, featuring different expressions on each side. Orders will be accepted from May 13 to June 10, 2026, with release scheduled for around July 17.
How should pay raises be decided? Key points HR should consider: Exploring pay-raise options suited to your company
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セレクションアンドバリエーション株式会社 will hold a free online seminar for HR professionals on pay raises on June 16, 2026. Against the backdrop of government calls for pay raises and intensifying competition for talent, the seminar will explain the challenges companies face and the range of options available, and promote pay raises as an investment in human resources.
[Energy-efficient design] New refrigerant-free enclosure coolers “Blue e+” and “Blue e+ S” now available
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Rittal has launched refrigerant-free enclosure coolers using R-1234yf refrigerant, complying with European F-gas regulations and delivering energy savings of up to 75%.
A special lecture that “listens” to history: Exploring the depths of 18th-century instrumental music through period instruments
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大阪音楽大学 will hold a special lecture on May 29 focusing on Baroque instrumental music and period instruments, titled “The Joy of Instrumental Music: Instrumental Works of the 18th Century.” Experts in the recorder, viola da gamba and other instruments will perform and provide commentary, offering a rare opportunity to experience 18th-century music in depth.
The official ModHub is coming to 『ファーミングシミュレーター：シグネチャーエディション』! Includes popular maps from previous titles
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Sega announced that the official ModHub will be added to the Nintendo Switch 2 game Farming Simulator: Signature Edition on May 12, 2026, offering more than 4000 free mods.