京都府宇治田原町 and 合同会社LOCUS BRiDGE Sign Partnership Agreement, Providing Ongoing Support for “Communications That Get the Message Across”
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京都府宇治田原町 and LOCUS BRiDGE have signed a partnership agreement. Through Japan’s Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications’ “Regional Revitalization Entrepreneur” program, experts will help improve local public relations and information sharing.
“Digital Lake Biwa Museum” and “Biwahaku GIS” Receive Major Revamps
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The Lake Biwa Museum has extensively updated the “Digital Lake Biwa Museum” and “Biwahaku GIS” websites, making a wealth of valuable digital materials and 3D models available.
Call for Applications Opens for the FY Reiwa 8 Regional Economic Policy Promotion Project Subsidy (Project to Create Repeat Visitors Through Film and Arts and Culture)
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Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry grant program “HAMA CONNECTED” is accepting applications for projects using art and design to revitalize 12 municipalities in Fukushima.
“2026 Weather-Based Merchandising Calendar, Second Half”: 52-Week Promotional Merchandising Calendar That Makes Countermeasures for Extreme Weather and Temperature Fluctuations Easy to See at a Glance, Now on Sale
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クレオ and the Japan Weather Association have released the “2026 Weather-Based Merchandising Calendar, Second Half,” helping retailers plan targeted promotions in response to extreme weather.
Alue, a Provider of Talent Development and Employee Training, Announces Schedule of Free Online Seminars for HR Professionals. Topics Focus on Workplace Challenges, from New Employee Development to Training Design and Strategic Thinking
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Talent development company Alue has announced its schedule of free online seminars for late May 2026, focusing on new employee training and corporate analysis skills.
Notice Regarding the Launch of a Reseller Program for the AI Voice Agent “Terry2 mini”
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Hmcomm announced the launch of a reseller sales program for its AI voice assistant “Terry2 mini” as it seeks to expand its presence in the corporate market.
New event “Kamisanpo! The Land of Humans and Fairies, Ailee” launches in “Quiz RPG: The Wizard and the Black Cat’s Wiz”!
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Colopl’s mobile game “The World of the White Cat” launched a new event, “Kamisanpo! The Land of Humans and Fairies, Ailee,” and a limited-time gacha on May 15, 2026.
12th anniversary event Episode 1 “XENO:CHRONICLE” launches in “Shironeko Project NEW WORLD’S”!
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Colopl’s mobile game “Shironeko Project NEW WORLD’S” held the first installment of its 12th anniversary event, “XENO:CHRONICLE,” on May 15, featuring new characters and commemorative merchandise.
Companies mentioned：株式会社コロプラ、SMILE BASE CAFE、Amazon.com, Inc.、Google LLC
Media Links strengthens visualization and operational management functions for its Xscend IP transmission platform through integration with the DataMiner operations management platform application
Horiemon AI School tests the legal review performance of major generative AI tools through blind scoring by lawyers using Claude for Legal, ChatGPT and Gemini
“Lemonade Tamago,” with the fresh aroma of just-picked lemons, is now on sale to popular demand
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Ginza Tamaya is selling its new “Lemonade Tamago,” which showcases the flavor of lemon. Promoting it as a new Tokyo souvenir staple, the company is distributing it mainly at train stations and airports and highlighting its refreshing taste.
〈N.Y.C.SAND〉, popular for its gooey caramel, returns to 大丸京都店! Limited quantities of “N.Y. Matcha Caramel Sandwich,” an elegant Japanese-style sweet celebrating matcha, will also be available
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〈N.Y.C.SAND〉 will open for a limited time at 大丸京都店, selling its classic caramel sandwiches as well as the limited-quantity “N.Y. Matcha Caramel Sandwich.”
Fermented soybean snack “Daizu Tempeh CHIPS” sponsors the 2026 Chubu Electric Power MIRAI TOWER Stair Climbing Challenge Nagoya event, to be held on May 23
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DRAGON AGENCY will sponsor the Nagoya tower-climbing race on May 23, promoting its fermented soybean snack “Daizu Tempeh CHIPS” with a booth and staff participation in the race.
“Raise a toast with your voice”—proposing a new “voice pairing” experience that combines sake with the voice of your favorite creator. The “V-SAKE Collection,” a co-creation project between VTubers and Niigata breweries, gets underway in earnest
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FARM8 has launched the “V-SAKE Collection,” a project combining Niigata sake and VTubers. Scanning a QR code on the bottle lets customers listen to exclusive voice content, creating a new “voice pairing” tasting experience.
[50th anniversary project of 伊豆シャボテンリゾート株式会社] New areas open at Izu Shaboten Zoo! “Monkey Terrace,” home to white-faced sakis and tufted capuchins, and “Hands-on Horse-Riding Ranch,” welcoming a one-humped camel
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To celebrate its 50th anniversary, Izu Shaboten Zoo has opened two new areas, “Monkey Terrace” and “Hands-on Horse-Riding Ranch,” and introduced a range of animals, including white-faced sakis and a one-humped camel.
Konami Arcade Games has announced the esports competition “BEMANI PRO LEAGUE -SEASON 6-,” featuring three music games and teams fielded by seven companies.
Hiroyuki Fujieda of Hitachi Building Systems wins the “IPC Soldering Contest 2026 Japan Championship,” organized by グローバル・エレクトロニクス・アソシエーション
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Hiroyuki Fujieda of Hitachi Building Systems won the “IPC Soldering Contest 2026 Japan Championship,” organized by グローバル・エレクトロニクス・アソシエーション. Fujieda will represent Japan at the world championship in Germany in November.
Companies mentioned：グローバル・エレクトロニクス・アソシエーション、株式会社日立ビルシステム、三菱電機株式会社、パナソニックコネクト株式会社、JBC Soldering Japan 株式会社、株式会社 ジャパンユニックス、千住金属工業株式会社、株式会社日本スペリア社、化研テック株式会社、日本ボンコート株式会社
Unicharm has made Nutrire, a Brazilian pet food manufacturer, a wholly owned subsidiary, marking its full-scale entry into the pet care business. The company aims to expand across Latin America, using Brazil—the world’s third-largest market—as a foothold.
Companies mentioned：Nutrire Indústria de Alimentos Ltda.
Notice: “Town Life × TEM: A Comprehensive Guide to Winning Lead-Generation Deals” Seminar for Beginner to Intermediate Participants
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Town Life will hold a seminar on succeeding in advertising affiliate marketing on May 16, 2026. Featuring TEM representative Keizo as a guest, the event will share practical know-how for beginner and intermediate participants.
TAOKE ENERGY obtains “wide-area certification” from the Minister of the Environment
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TAOKE ENERGY has obtained “wide-area certification” from the Minister of the Environment. The certification enables the collection and recycling of used lithium-ion battery modules nationwide, supporting the company’s goal of realizing a circular society.
“Moimoi Marche” will be held at oimo＆coco. Main Store on Saturday, May 16: Enjoy a heartwarming family day with sweet potatoes. Popular food and dessert shops will gather, alongside a traditional festival hosted by 就労継続支援B型ここっと in Shizuoka City
“Regional Innovation Co-Creation Strategy 2026” brings together multicultural coexistence, disaster preparedness and the regional economy
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The Japan Junior Chamber Kanto District Council will hold “Regional Innovation Co-Creation Strategy 2026” in Uenohara, Yamanashi Prefecture, focusing on multicultural coexistence, disaster preparedness and the regional economy. The event aims to build a sustainable local community.
Do you know any dog lovers? Tohoku’s first pet food brand, “Pekofuru,” has launched a limited-edition gift set available as an e-gift, making it easy to send via social media and suitable for summer and year-end gifts.
Proship reports ordinary profit exceeding 3 billion yen for the fiscal year ended March 2026, achieving 3 consecutive years of revenue and profit growth
Go beyond “turning images into AI art” and become a manga artist! AI manga creation platform “MOOTOON STUDIO” officially launches today, May 15, with its inaugural awards also announced
Hydrogen-assisted bicycles arrive in Togitsu, Nagasaki.
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YOUON JAPAN has provided 3 hydrogen-assisted bicycles free of charge to Togitsu, Nagasaki Prefecture, making it the first municipality in Kyushu to introduce them and promoting their use for decarbonization and disaster preparedness.
Nagasaki Marriott Hotel to hold its 4th culinary event, “Moonlight Soirée”
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Nagasaki Marriott Hotel will hold its 4th culinary event, “Moonlight Soirée,” on June 12, 2026, themed around locally sourced ingredients. The executive chef will serve a special Greek-inspired course, creating a Mediterranean culinary experience.
Focus Studio has released firmware Ver.1.10 for the SHOTEN XTZ electronic mount adapter. The update improves compatibility with Nikon Z8 and adds support for 3 third-party lenses.
A new staple for beating the heat? The “shake-to-cool towel” series sold more than 36,000 units in one season is half price for 3 days only | “Furifuri Cooling-kun” limited-quantity early-bird sale
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BELLEMOND, a brand under Fun Standard Co., Ltd., will hold a 3-day half-price sale on its “shake-to-cool towel” series from May 15 to 17.
ispace announces full-year results for the fiscal year ending March 2026
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ispace reported full-year results for the fiscal year ending March 2026. Project revenue reached 5.89 billion yen, buoyed by an increase in subsidies for its Japan mission, and is forecast to rise to 9 billion yen in the next fiscal year.
Follow Showa Nishikawa’s official Instagram and get ready for restful sleep before the rainy season! A giveaway campaign is offering sleep-enhancing goods that are perfect for hot, restless nights!
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Showa Nishikawa is running a giveaway campaign on its official Instagram to help people prepare for restful sleep before the rainy season. Humidity-control sheets and cooling mattress pads will be awarded to 20 winners by lottery.
Mugen Estate: First-quarter results for the fiscal year ending December 2026
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Mugen Estate reported its first-quarter results for 2026, with revenue and profit both falling sharply year over year, while maintaining its dividend forecast.
thatgamecompany marks its 20th anniversary and enters a new chapter. Carrying forward the “gentle connections” nurtured through 20 years of games
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Sky: Children of the Light developer thatgamecompany is celebrating its 20th anniversary and will continue striving to create profound emotional experiences and human connections through games.
A Japanese-style lantern from Nintama Rantaro is coming from animate LIMITED SELECTION! Orders open on May 15 through Anisele!
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The Animate Limited Selection project will release a traditional Japanese-style lantern themed around Nintama Rantaro, with preorders opening on May 15.
Hakuhodo Gravity and Hakuhodo Cabin win gold at the 2026 Clio Awards, one of the world’s three major advertising awards
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An animation created by Hakuhodo Gravity and Hakuhodo Cabin for SHIPS’ 50th anniversary won a Gold Award at the 2026 Clio Awards, one of the world’s three major advertising awards.
LIMNO (headquartered in Tottori City) adopts Platio Connect! Builds a no-code platform for automatically linking field data and core systems in 5 days
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LIMNO adopted Asteria’s no-code tool Platio Connect and completed automatic integration of field data with its core system in just 5 days, substantially reducing work hours and paper use.
The Secret Society Eagle Talon, celebrating its 20th anniversary, gets a feature on SHIBUYA ANIME BASE! An original anime and an interview with FROGMAN about behind-the-scenes production stories are also available on ABEMA’s catch-up service
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FROGMAN, creator of the anime The Secret Society Eagle Talon, which is celebrating its 20th anniversary, appeared on an ABEMA program and discussed the behind-the-scenes stories and philosophy of handling production single-handedly.
[Perfect pronunciation by a former announcer] The official LINE account “Seungjoon’s Korean Pronunciation Boot Camp” surpasses 1万3,000 subscribers. 5 free lessons also released on YouTube
From sports to education—A-GOAL conducts the international academic assessment TOFAS in Kibera slum
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A-GOAL and Sprix teamed up to hold the international academic assessment TOFAS for more than 40 children in Kenya’s Kibera slum through a soccer network.
“Freshly cooked rice” transforms organizations: The “Onakama System” takes on the challenge of communication gaps in the workplace—providing freshly cooked rice free of charge to address a lack of internal communication
[48 years in business. “All-you-can-eat raw beef tongue” at a yakiniku restaurant frequented by butchers] Enjoy premium, never-frozen raw beef tongue and freshly cooked silver rice to your heart’s content.
Lively launches Lively Scope3 Advisory, an end-to-end support program to help companies address Scope 3
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Lively has launched Lively Scope 3 Advisory, offering companies end-to-end consulting support for supply-chain greenhouse gas emissions, from calculation through disclosure.
Subsidiary Atelier Book and Bed launches a limited-time “Star” themed menu at BOOK AND BED TOKYO SHINSAIBASHI
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BOOK AND BED TOKYO Shinsaibashi, operated by a subsidiary of abc株式会社, will launch an early-summer limited-time “Stars” themed menu starting May 1, 2026.
Gold Online Shinsho’s The Trump Show and Taxation of the Ultra-Wealthy: Tax Hikes or Tax Cuts?—The Truth About America Reflected in Its Tax System published on Amazon Kindle ★ New book and free campaign [3 days only] May 15–17
From Kobe, the rare 5-year-aged sake ZUI SAKE 2020 Ko will be back on sale in limited quantities from May 18, following a strong response to its initial release
バカルディ社 launches new global cocktail competition FUTURE ICONS. Japan will participate, too!
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Bacardi Japan announced its participation in the FUTURE ICONS cocktail competition, spanning 14 Asia-Pacific countries and seeking the next generation of classic cocktails.
Japan フリトレー to continue as official sponsor of 横浜DeNAベイスターズ
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Japan フリトレー will continue as an official sponsor of 横浜DeNAベイスターズ for the 2026 season. It will hold new between-innings events and sell stadium-exclusive products.
Introduces mirAIs, an AI skills visualization index to accelerate digital transformation in the housing equipment industry
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Miratap Co., Ltd. will introduce mirAIs, its proprietary index for visualizing and developing all employees’ AI skills across 6 levels, starting in May 2026. The company aims to establish AI as organizational infrastructure and advance digital transformation in the housing equipment industry.
Fluffy and rich, shaved ice specialist Nanaka offers a free taste of its meltingly delicious treats for an SNS “like♡”
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Nanaka, a summer-only shaved ice shop under SANKO MARKETING FOODS, has launched an Instagram giveaway and introduced new flavors including rich edamame milk.
2 engineers from Ururu selected from about 300 applications to speak at TSKaigi 2026, one of Japan’s largest TypeScript conferences: Fujita and Tateishi of the Govtech Business Division
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株式會社うるる’s 兩 engineers selected from about 300 submissions will speak at TSKaigi 2026, one of Japan’s largest TypeScript developer conferences.
PUBG MOBILE × Ford collaboration launches! Race across the battlefield in legendary American cars!
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KRAFTON JAPAN has launched a collaboration between PUBG MOBILE and American automaker Ford. The Mustang GTD and F-150 Raptor R will appear in the game.
Companies mentioned：KRAFTON JAPAN株式会社、Ford Motor Company
Allied Architects and Nyx Foundation to launch joint research assessing the security resilience of an asset management system using AI agents
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Allied Architects and Nyx Foundation have formed a partnership to jointly research attack simulations and security assessments of blockchain asset management systems using AI agents.
Following Asaka and Fujimino, adoption is expanding along the Tobu Tojo Line: Shiki City, Saitama Prefecture, introduces Surala Drill at all 12 elementary and junior high schools, with about 5,800 students beginning to use it
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Surala Net’s AI learning materials, Surala Drill, were introduced at all 12 elementary and junior high schools in Shiki, Saitama Prefecture, in April 2026, for use by about 5,800 students.
Itoki designs co-creation space “co-niwa Econifa” using domestic timber at 東京大学
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Itoki planned and designed “co-niwa Econifa,” a co-creation space using domestic timber at the University of Tokyo, with the aim of fostering cross-disciplinary interaction and innovation.
Realizing community well-being through “AI × amusement”! FIT-EASY Takamatsu Ota to open as the 2nd location in Kagawa Prefecture and the first in Takamatsu!
Recruiting elementary school students in Iwate: Discover the appeal of local businesses! “Kids’ Iwate PR Ambassador Experience,” featuring Yuta Watanabe, to be held at Aiina on May 31 (Sun.)
The venue is fully booked! Don’t give up if your preferred exam venue is closed—taking the exam at home with a score report is also an option (information on the architecture written exam open mock test)
About 44% of new-graduate recruitment managers say they face “challenges that are difficult to solve on their own”; need for external support comes to light
The Hiroshima City Premium Vouchers can be used throughout the hotel! Recommended accommodation packages and restaurant menus also available [グランドプリンスホテル広島]
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グランドプリンスホテル広島 will accept Hiroshima City Premium Vouchers throughout the hotel starting May 20, 2026, and will offer special dining and accommodation packages.
DMM GAMES’ lifestyle support game for women, Fleur Days, announces collaboration with the TV anime The Fish I Let Slip Away Was Big, but the Fish I Caught Was Too Big
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DMM GAMES’ lifestyle support game for women, Fleur Days, has announced a limited-time collaboration with the hit anime The Fish I Let Slip Away Was Big, but the Fish I Caught Was Too Big.
GODZILLA STATION to be held at JR Shinjuku Station from May 19 (Tue.) to June 1 (Mon.)! A wide range of popular Godzilla merchandise and exclusive items will be available!
Local manufacturer launches a new business worth 800 million yen in 5 years; opens a “live office” in Ginza. “See it, touch it, decide.” The era of choosing offices through experience is here.
Breaking into the Malaysian market! 一般社団法人国際ビジネス連結機構 launches full-scale live-commerce broadcasts for Malaysia with its first exclusive livestreamer, Mall.live
A major achievement for NTG, which plans and sells the “Noto Gin” series: its imported Welsh Palo Cortado Cask Aged Gin wins gold at TWSC 2026, while Signature Style Gin takes silver
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NTG’s 兩 imported craft gins from Wales, UK, won gold and silver awards, respectively, at the TWSC 2026 tasting competition.
Companies mentioned：NTG、In the Welsh Wind 蒸留所、東京ウイスキー＆スピリッツコンペティション
An evening exploring the present-day and traditional culture of Namie, Fukushima Prefecture
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シビレ株式会社 will hold an experience event in Tokyo on May 18, introducing Namie Town in Fukushima Prefecture and its traditional “Taue Odori” dance, and promoting a local tour in July.
[Joetsu—Suzuki Ryokan] Ryokan to become a business hub, offering accommodation, coworking and satellite offices when it opens on May 30
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The former Suzuki Ryokan, with a 120-year history, will reopen on May 30, 2026, after renovations as a multipurpose facility combining accommodation, coworking and satellite offices.
レイバン | Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu collection launches
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Ray-Ban has launched a Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu collaboration eyewear collection, featuring four styles of sunglasses and optical glasses for adults and children.
Insta360 has introduced the GO 3S Retro Kit, which captures the nostalgic appeal of film photography and offers an immersive hands-free shooting experience.