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SODA Inc., operator of the SNKRDUNK marketplace, announces a 6-week "Super Lottery Festival" starting May 20, 2026. This free-to-enter campaign offers weekly prizes from high-end fashion brands like Prada and Maison Margiela to boost user engagement and expand its rapidly growing fashion category.
Urayasu D-Rocks announces "D-Rocks Fes 2026" on June 6th, a fan appreciation event with various activities for members and Urayasu citizens.
VAP has released 22 titles from multi-talented celebrity George Tokoro's music catalog, including previously undistributed songs, on major streaming platforms like Apple Music and Spotify, starting May 20, 2026. The collection features numerous singles and albums that served as theme songs for his popular long-running television programs.
TetherTools announced the expansion of its 'TetherPro Optima' series with new products launching May 26, 2026, including a 4.8m locking extension cable and a 51cm right-angle cable. These data-only cables are designed for stable, high-speed (10Gbps) tethered shooting. A 20% off promotional campaign will run from May 20 to June 14, 2026.
Real estate company Realgate has entered into a sponsorship agreement with the prestigious Hosei University American Football team 'ORANGE' as of February 2026. The partnership aims to support the team's activities, foster next-generation leaders through career support programs, and vitalize the local and student communities.
Kiehl's announces its 'Instant Barrier Cream UFC' has won two prestigious @cosme 2026 First Half New Best Cosmetics awards. The cream is positioned as a solution for skin damage from dryness, particularly during summer, offering a cooling effect and intensive barrier repair. To celebrate, a limited-edition special kit is being launched.
The 8-member K-Pop group DKB has released their third Japanese concert DVD, 'DKB The 3rd Concert in Japan 2026 -Vanguard- : Highlight Edition'. The DVD features 75 minutes of highlights from their sold-out January 2026 concert and includes various special merchandise. To commemorate the release, fan events will be held in Tokyo and Osaka, and a separate FanConcert is also scheduled for late May.
A survey of 100 Japanese manufacturing procurement managers by X Mile Inc. reveals that 94% are impacted or concerned by the Iran situation. Key issues include rising material costs (51% already affected), delivery delays (nearly 60% expect them), and a potential halt in receiving orders for their own products (around 60%). Petrochemicals, logistics, and steel products are the most affected procurement items.
Diana Co., Ltd. announced the limited-time re-release of its popular "Smoky Blue" color for the Diagennes corrective underwear series, available from May 12 to July 15, 2026. The re-release is a direct response to strong customer demand for the well-received color.
double jump.tokyo is launching the 'N Suite Treasury Access Plan' on May 20, 2026, evolving its corporate wallet into a treasury OS. The first initiative allows Japanese corporations to access Bifrost's JPYC lending service ('BTCFi Boost') through N Suite's secure, multi-approval environment, positioning it as the sole domestic gateway for this corporate DeFi application.
Intrastar, a community for intrapreneurs, is hosting a seminar on June 9, 2026, at Shibuya Open Innovation Lab. The event, limited to 50 participants, will feature speakers from Idemitsu Kosan and discuss the mindset and structural systems necessary for creating new business innovation from within existing corporate divisions. It targets professionals in new business development, R&D, and corporate planning facing challenges in moving beyond their current business scope.
SCO Group, a company with the vision of "Creating '105 years of life' with technology," has signed a partnership agreement to sponsor "4v4," a 4-a-side soccer tournament for children conceived by Keisuke Honda. The tournament is designed to foster children's autonomy and decision-making skills.
GK Marketing has announced a collaboration event between the TV anime "Nintama Rantaro" and Osaka's Umeda Sky Building, running from June 11 to July 12, 2026. The event, themed 'The Nintama's Wishes,' will feature new illustrations of 10 characters on various merchandise, special tickets, collaboration drinks, and decorations. A digital stamp rally and sales of exclusive goods both on-site and online are also planned.
The Blu-ray for the Thai BL drama "The Next Prince," starring the popular duo Zee and NuNew, will be released on July 25, 2026. The story is a royal romance between a prince and his bodyguard. The release includes a first-press limited edition with multiple bonuses like a mini-poster and trading cards, as well as store-specific benefits and a prize campaign.
MFS Inc., operator of the mortgage comparison service 'Mogecheck', has launched a monthly 'Mortgage User Report' based on its user data. The report tracks trends for new loans and refinancing, highlighting a nationwide increase in desired loan amounts to ¥50.96 million and a doubling in the use of ultra-long-term (over 35 years) loans to 30.6% in response to rising property prices.
Onward Digital Lab's 'CRAHUG' project has announced its first collaboration with model Reina Asami and Kobe shoe brand 'Pointer'. They have co-developed a genuine leather slip-on shoe for adults, designed to be versatile for both formal and casual occasions. The product will launch on May 20th via the 'Onward Closet' e-commerce site.
The Japanese movie channel 'The Cinema' announced a special broadcast for May 24th to coincide with the Cannes Film Festival. The feature will showcase six past festival award-winners, including Park Chan-wook's 'Decision to Leave' (Best Director 2022), Alejandro G. Iñárritu's 'Babel' (Best Director 2006), and Julia Ducournau's 'TITANE' (Palme d'Or 2021).
Vicky Krieps showcased Chaumet's new collections at Cannes, including Amour Deglet and heritage diamond pieces, plus distinctive earrings.
The Shinagawa City Basketball Club of the B.LEAGUE is conducting a 'Thanks Auction' for the 2025-26 season on the Spo-Oku platform. The event, held over four sessions from late May to mid-June 2026, will feature rare items like player-worn, autographed uniforms and other memorabilia, with all proceeds dedicated to funding team operations.
Tokyo Great Bears announced the departure of middle blocker Daigo Yamada due to contract expiration, with his next team to be announced later, following his four seasons of contribution.
Tokyo Great Bears announced that outside hitter Yudai Minemura is leaving the team due to contract expiration, expressing gratitude for his contributions during his brief tenure, and noting his next club will announce details later.
Faber Company has updated its "AI Search Share Monitoring" for Mieruca GEO/SEO, increasing monitorable prompts to 1,000, adding citation rate visualization, and allowing data log downloads to strengthen AI search marketing strategies.
Agent IG Holdings has announced the adoption of Digital Gift®, a service operated by Digital Plus Group, as a new shareholder benefit, enhancing its shareholder return program.
QuizKnock, operated by baton Inc., is partnering with KADOKAWA for the 'Kadokawa Bunko Summer Fair 2026' starting June 16. The collaboration features a 'Bookstore Exploration Quiz Rally' where participants scan QR codes in bookstores to answer 10 questions and win an original wallpaper upon completion.
Cryptocurrency exchange BitTrade will begin handling Zipangcoin Silver (ZPGAG) and Zipangcoin Platinum (ZPGPT) from May 21, 2026. These assets, issued by Mitsui & Co. Digital Commodities, are linked to the prices of silver and platinum. To celebrate, the exchange is launching two campaigns, including a social media lottery and a purchase-based crypto giveaway totaling 3 million yen.
SoLabo Inc., which operates the 'Furatto' community for accounting professionals, has entered into a sponsorship agreement with MAP Management Inc. This collaboration aims to leverage MAP Management's expertise in business and financial support to enhance networking, share practical solutions, and foster business matching within the community, ultimately benefiting accounting firms and SMEs.
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Animal Planet, with special sponsorship from Coleman, held the 'Green College 2026' nature camp in Okinawa for 30 elementary school students. The event aimed to foster environmental awareness and personal growth through hands-on activities like beach cleaning, kayaking, and farming, receiving positive feedback from participants and parents for providing a valuable learning experience.
FM Yokohama has signed a media partnership agreement with Fuji Motorsports Forest and Fuji Speedway. This collaboration aims to promote motorsports and the circuit's attractions through radio programs, events, social media, and radio shopping, building upon their previous cooperation on a radio segment.
New Era is releasing the NEW ERA® BLACK LABEL 2026 Spring/Summer collection on May 22nd, featuring new apparel designed for comfort in summer with advanced materials like COOL DOTS® and EVALET®.
Nihonshu Genka Sakagura's Ikebukuro West Exit store is launching a limited-time campaign from May 19 to June 30, 2026, offering its standard 2-hour all-you-can-drink plan for ¥990 instead of the usual ¥2,500. The offer includes 20 types of sake, beer, and sours, but is limited to 30 customers per day and requires a separate appetizer fee and an order of two food items per person.
MARK STYLER's women's fashion brand GYDA is launching its Summer 2026 collection, featuring model Hina Kurose. The new web catalog, released on May 20, 2026, showcases 8 distinct styles under the theme "GEMYNTAR," blending street and feminine elements, and is available on the official e-commerce site, RUNWAY channel.
Kids Station announces a special broadcast of the first 36 'Soreike! Anpanman' movies from June to August 2026 to celebrate the new film. A promotional giveaway on X (formerly Twitter) will award 100 tickets to the latest movie.
HTB has announced the 'Suiyou Doudeshou Caravan UNITE 2026,' a free fan event tour led by directors Fujimura and Ureshino. The tour will visit six prefectures from September 27 to October 10, 2026, featuring talk shows, local product promotions, and merchandise. This marks the first time the Caravan and the main 'Matsuri' festival occur in the same year, celebrating the show's 30th anniversary.
Bandai Namco Filmworks announces the 'Pierrot Magical Girl Series POP UP STORE ~Tokimeki Photo Studio~' to be held at Shinjuku Marui Annex from June 6-21, 2026. The event will feature exclusive merchandise with new illustrations, items from the new series 'Magical Sisters Lulutto Lilly', and a lottery for customers who spend over 3,000 yen.
Think Innovation Co., Ltd. is releasing new products for 'Code Geass: Akito the Exiled'.
Shabu-Shabu Onyasai is launching two limited-time menu items from May 27, 2026: the re-release of its popular "Umami-Spicy Mala Tang Shabu" and a new "Chicken Chintan Green Onion Tan Shabu." The Mala Tang offering is enhanced this year with three new toppings (Numbing-Spicy Chive Sauce, Tomato Paste, Basil Paste) to allow for customer-led flavor customization. Both items are available in all-you-can-eat courses and individual set meals.
A survey of 10,000 employed individuals by Asmarq's Humap service found that 11.9% (1 in 8) have witnessed colleagues engaging in customer harassment towards business partners (BtoB). The rate is significantly higher among managers (27.4%), and 34.8% of witnesses take no action, often due to a sense of futility.
Zenken Inc.'s job site 'Bi-Pro' released a survey for April 2026 on starting salaries in the Tokyo beauty industry. The findings show that average starting salaries for full-time and part-time hairdressers, estheticians, nail artists, and eyelash artists all surpassed the Tokyo minimum wage of 1,226 yen/hour.
Ooedo-Onsen Monogatari Group announces a limited-time addition of 'all-you-can-eat ikura' to its dinner buffets across 71 facilities to attract families during the 2026 Obon holiday period (August 11-15). This promotion aims to enhance the dining experience by allowing guests to customize dishes like kaisendon with the popular luxury ingredient.
The 29th edition of the 'Osomatsu-san WEB Kuji' has been launched with the theme 'Our Free School!'. This online lottery features exclusive merchandise with new illustrations of the sextuplets in school-style outfits. Prizes range from desk mats and storage boxes to acrylic stands and badges, with special incentives like a 'Last WIN Prize' and purchase bonuses to encourage participation.
Filmarks has announced a nationwide 4K revival screening of Mamoru Hosoda's acclaimed 2006 film 'The Girl Who Leapt Through Time,' starting July 3, 2026. A new 4K trailer has been unveiled, showcasing the enhanced visual quality, and the list of participating theaters has been expanded to 161, with more to follow.
Sega has launched Ver.3.5.0 'Kogen Soukoku no Hasshou' for its arcade card game 'Eiketsu Taisen', introducing 102 new cards from a new 'Ancient' era. Concurrently, a rerun collaboration event with the anime 'Rurouni Kenshin' and several in-game and social media campaigns have started to celebrate the launch.
Akatsuki is officially entering the AI business by rebranding its subsidiary, AI Talent Force, into Akatsuki AI Technologies. This new company will be the central hub for the group's AI initiatives, aiming to provide end-to-end solutions including consulting and implementation for both generative and physical AI, leveraging the parent company's extensive data handling experience.
Zero Halliburton announced the release of its first MagSafe-compatible card case, set for May 20, 2026. Made from durable Japanese 'Rinpa Silver Leather', the case holds up to three cards, features two multi-pockets, and is priced at ¥14,850. It will be sold exclusively at official stores and online in Japan.
U-Treasure has announced the pre-order for an 18K gold mini-figure of "Astro Boy" as the first installment of the "Tezuka Osamu World Gold Collection." The 15mm figure, priced at 121,000 yen, commemorates the 80th anniversary of Osamu Tezuka's debut and will be available for pre-order from May 20 to June 22, 2026.
U-Treasure, in collaboration with Tezuka Productions, has announced the first item in its 'Tezuka Osamu World Gold Collection': a 9mm, 18-karat gold mini-figure of the character Hyotantsugi. This release commemorates the 80th anniversary of Osamu Tezuka's debut. The figure is priced at 165,000 yen and will be available for pre-order from May 20 to June 22, 2026, online and at select stores.
U-TREASURE, in partnership with Tezuka Productions, has announced the first product in its 'Tezuka Osamu World Gold Collection': an 18-karat gold mini-figure of Buddha. The figure, celebrating the 80th anniversary of Osamu Tezuka's debut, will be available for pre-order from May 20 to June 22, 2026, for 220,000 JPY.
Hotel Niwa Tokyo is holding the third event in its seasonal dining series, 'A Gastronomic Journey Through the Five Senses,' at its Japanese restaurant, Yukuri. Scheduled for July 25, 2026, this one-night-only event will feature a kaiseki menu themed around the summer delicacies of Chiba Prefecture, paired with sake from the 300-year-old Iinuma Honke brewery.
I-ne Co., Ltd. announced that its new Osaka headquarters, opened in September 2024, has won the iF DESIGN AWARD 2026. The office was highly praised by an international jury for its design concept 'Social Beauty Innovators BASE,' which successfully integrates biophilic design, sustainable materials, and functional spaces that foster innovation.
Publisher Futabasha announces the upcoming release of 'Meguru Ito: Meiji Roman Reiitan', a new novel by Naoki Prize winner Sayako Nagai, on May 20, 2026. The book is a Meiji-era human drama and mystery featuring a duo—a university student who sees ghosts and a nobleman's son passionate about spiritual research—who solve strange cases, tapping into the renewed interest in Meiji-era ghost stories.
Acer Japan has released two new 14-inch 'Aspire 14 AI' laptops, models A14-A71M-N56Y/F and A14-A71M-N76Z/F. These devices are powered by the latest AMD Ryzen AI 400 series processors, which include a 50 TOPS NPU for enhanced on-device AI processing, making them Copilot+ PC compatible. Key features include a lightweight design, long battery life, a 120Hz WUXGA display, and a pre-installed 24-month Microsoft 365 Personal subscription.
Team Entertainment, a subsidiary of Edia, has launched a new online lottery on its 'Marukuji' service for merchandise celebrating the 15th anniversary of the 'Pretty Series', specifically focusing on 'PriPara'. The lottery features exclusive goods with new illustrations and will be available from May 15th to June 14th, 2026.
A pop-up shop for the game 'Bungo to Alchemist' is being held at Shinjuku Market Space until May 27, 2026. The shop features new merchandise with a 'black coordinate' theme, using both newly drawn illustrations and GraffArt designs. These items are also available for purchase online via eeo Store online and JRE Mall.
A3 Co., Ltd. has announced a new line of merchandise for the popular manga series 'Shugo Chara!'. The collection includes items featuring both original illustrations by PEACH-PIT and a new, stylized 'GraffArt' design with a rainy season theme. The products will be sold online via eeo Store starting May 8, 2026, and in their Ikebukuro physical store from June 20, 2026, with a promotional postcard offered for qualifying purchases.
Stripe International's brand Areeam, produced by influencer Ainyan, is set to release a new 'Mickey & Minnie' Disney Collection on May 22, 2026. The collection, themed for summer travel and celebrations, features five items including unisex T-shirts with retro art, denim pants with a Mickey-shaped pocket, a marine-style shirt dress, and a pochette, all to be sold on the official STRIPE CLUB online store.
Horin Love Books, an online bookstore operated by TORICO Co., Ltd., is launching a campaign to celebrate the release of Kinuida Nunu's new manga, 'Toshishita Idol-kun wa Wagamama de Shittobukai (1)'. Customers who purchase the manga and have it shipped by July 6, 2026, will be entered into a lottery to win a cover proof autographed by the author.
BS10 Premium announces the exclusive first broadcast of Kenichi "Benzie" Asai's March 2026 Billboard Live concert, "GREAT SELECTION CIRCUS 2026". The program will showcase the premium live stage of the veteran rock musician, who has been at the forefront of the scene since his BLANKEY JET CITY days. To commemorate the broadcast, a special comment video from Asai and a preview of the rare live performance of the song "Ichigo Mizu" will also be included.
Free national broadcaster BS10 has launched a new slogan, “Make ‘Now’ exciting! BS10,” to underscore its focus on live and exciting content. This new brand identity is being promoted with the announcement of a historic, first-ever continuous live broadcast of the entire Nippon Life Interleague Series 2026 baseball tournament.
NTV NEWS24 will provide live coverage of the final day of the 105th Kanto Intercollegiate Athletics Championships on May 24th. The event features prominent university athletes, including those known from the Hakone Ekiden. A recorded broadcast will also be shown on NTV G+ on June 1st.
Fashion brand ROPE' announces its third collaboration with illustrator Yuko Saeki. The collection, themed 'Parisian women,' features two T-shirt designs and will be available for pre-order online from May 8, 2026, with a general release in stores and online on May 27, 2026. A special novelty bandana is also offered.
JCB has partnered with TOHO Cinemas to offer discount coupons for the upcoming movie 'The Mandalorian & Grogu'. The promotion, running from May 20 to July 5, 2026, provides discounts for eligible JCB cardholders and will be supported by a tie-in TV commercial.
Elecom has launched two screen protectors for the MacBook Neo 13-inch: a high-transparency model (EF-MBN1326FLFG) and an anti-reflection model (EF-MBN1326FLF). Both products offer antibacterial, anti-fingerprint, and scratch-resistant features, along with an 'airless' self-adhering design for easy installation.
Elecom is launching a new portable laptop stand, model PCA-LTSCASSV, weighing 135g. It folds compactly, offers 6-level height/angle adjustment, is made of aluminum alloy for heat dissipation, supports up to 15.6-inch laptops, and includes a storage pouch. The product is part of the company's 'THINK ECOLOGY' initiative and is priced at ¥3,980.
Elecom has launched the P-CARS18BK, a new MAGKEEP car smartphone holder. It attaches to the air conditioner vent, uses ultra-strong N52 neodymium magnets for MagSafe devices, and includes a metal sticker for non-MagSafe phones. The design features 360-degree rotation, adjustable hooks for wide vehicle compatibility, and is certified as an eco-friendly 'THINK ECOLOGY' product.
MSI announces a major update for its beginner-friendly VTuber software, DigiME, in collaboration with popular VTuber kson. The update introduces key features such as direct VRoid Hub integration, Perfect Sync support for high-precision facial tracking, customizable expression presets, and advanced lighting controls, aiming to lower the barrier for new content creators.
Nitori has expanded its best-selling 'Kurane' extendable organizer box series, which has sold over 9 million units, by adding four new sizes. Responding to customer demand, the company introduced new compact and wide options to better organize specific areas like narrow washstand shelves and deep under-sink cabinets, making them available in stores and online from late April.
Me-tele announces a two-part sequel to the popular show 'Okamura Men's Club,' starring Takashi Okamura. The new episodes will follow Okamura as he explores Nagoya's Sakae and Atsuta areas, trying local specialties like Ankake Spaghetti and Kishimen for the first time while completing a 'Men's Map'.
The main voice cast for the TV anime "Perfect Addiction," scheduled for a July 2026 broadcast on tvk, has been revealed as Yohei Azakami and Soma Saito. The official website and key visual have also been launched. The anime is an adaptation of a popular BL manga and is the second work from the "BALLOON Project," which utilizes the cost-effective "Light Anime®" production method to bring BL content to a global audience.
RecoChoku has announced its May 2026 "Breakthrough" artists, Rana Merisa and Ciely, as part of its monthly initiative to discover and promote promising new talent through its platforms and social media.
Kota Shoji of 東京ヤクルトスワローズ appears in J:COM’s series “Pro Baseball ‘Love’ Declaration!” and discusses his goals for this season and the reasons behind the team’s strong performance. An interview has been published in the web magazine J:magazine!.
Companies mentioned：JCOM株式会社、東京ヤクルトスワローズ
Original柏の葉T-SITEがアンティークとクラフトの祭典「柏の葉 蚤の市 Vol.6」を5月末に開催する。30以上の店舗が集結し、地域文化の活性化を図る。
Acecook announces the nationwide launch of "Koi! Koi! Gotouchi Noukou Tanmen" on June 15, 2026, as the first in a new series replicating popular rich local ramen flavors.
Acecook is introducing a new limited-edition "Fukufuku Saisai Seafood Flavor Harusame" cup noodle on June 15, 2026, nationwide, offering a rich seafood and sesame oil taste suitable for warmer seasons.
Niigata University of Health and Welfare collaborated with the Niigata Kita Police Station to conduct a traffic safety awareness campaign on May 19th. This event, part of the university's inaugural Traffic Safety Week, aimed to improve safety consciousness among its 5,000 students, many of whom commute by vehicle, through the distribution of educational materials and promotion of safe driving.
Starts Publishing, which operates a novel-posting website, will release 2 new titles from its youth BL label BeLuck Bunko starting May 20. The move highlights the company’s expansion into a specific genre, building on its strength in web-originated content.
Hakusensha's Manga Park app is launching a new BL manga series, "甘えたがりな幼馴染はご褒美のキスを欲しがる," on May 20th, accompanied by a limited-time coin reward campaign for readers.
Asahi Shimbun Publications has released “Survival from a Massive Eruption,” the latest volume in its popular educational manga series “Science Manga Survival.” The book teaches the mechanisms of volcanic eruptions and disaster preparedness, and a reader campaign is also underway.
G's, a school for engineers and entrepreneurs, has announced the free release of introductory video materials for its main "DEV course" and a renewal of its entrance examination. The new exam will abolish the previous IQ test and introduce a "QUEST test" to measure curiosity and a "VISION test" for presenting project ideas, reflecting the school's focus on fostering creators with a strong personal motivation in the AI era.
U-NEXT has secured the exclusive advance streaming rights for the new comedy film 'Our Anaconda,' starring Jack Black and Paul Rudd. The movie, a tribute to the 1997 cult classic 'Anaconda,' is being promoted alongside the availability of the entire original film series and exclusive bonus content on the U-NEXT platform.
Adastria brand mysty woman will release web-exclusive items inspired by popular characters from “Cinderella” on May 27.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アダストリア、株式会社グレイス、ウォルト・ディズニー・ジャパン株式会社
東京ニュース通信社 will release “B.L.T. July 2026 issue: Kokoa Kai Cover Edition” exclusively through Seven Net on May 28 to mark STU48 member Kokoa Kai’s return. The issue features a photo spread shot in her hometown, the Seto Inland Sea.
Companies mentioned：東京ニュース通信社
The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu announced that it has joined Takumians, an international luxury travel consortium. The hotel will strengthen its efforts to preserve traditional culture and provide authentic experiences.
Companies mentioned：Traveller Made、The Leading Hotels of the World
PARCO's game label, PARCO GAMES, will host a temporary pop-up store for KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS at Shibuya PARCO from June 6th to August 30th, 2026. Themed around the 'STRAND' concept from 'DEATH STRANDING,' the store will feature collaborations with over 15 brands, exclusive merchandise, and special events, aiming to connect various cultures beyond gaming.
Mash Style Lab's roomwear brand, Gelato Pique, is launching its first-ever collaboration with Star Wars, titled 'GELATO PIQUE / STAR WARS Collection,' on June 5th, 2026. The collection features a wide range of products for all ages, including pets and home goods, designed with a unique concept that portrays the Star Wars galaxy as sweet, melting ice cream.
HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU announces a multifaceted campaign for LGBTQ+ Pride Month in June. The initiatives include special rainbow-themed menus at JAM17 DINING & BAR, a curated playlist on Spotify, participation in the 'Tokyo Pride 2026' festival, a special party at AiSOTOPE LOUNGE, and the rainbow illumination of the Tokyu Kabukicho Tower, all aimed at celebrating diversity and inclusivity.
On June 24, 2026, SSK will host a seminar featuring Toshinori Tomizawa of PwC Consulting on international supply models in the defense industry and the participation of Japanese companies.
Companies mentioned：PwCコンサルティング合同会社、新社会システム総合研究所
Sion Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Creek & River, announces a two-week sequel to the popular Nagoya TV program 'Okamura Men's Club,' starring comedian Takashi Okamura. The episodes, airing May 24th and 31st, will feature Okamura exploring local noodle dishes like Ankake Spaghetti in Sakae and Kishimen in Atsuta, with catch-up streaming available on TVer and Locipo.
A press release announces a theatrical screening event for two live films celebrating the 50th anniversary of Eiichi Ohtaki's Niagara Records. The screenings will be held in Tokyo, Nagoya, and Osaka on June 1-2, featuring the films 'NIAGARA 50th Odyssey Live' and 'Shigeru Suzuki Sings Eiichi Ohtaki vol.9!!', plus a rare 1976 studio live film. The Tokyo screenings will have guest speakers, and all attendees will receive a commemorative sticker.
Singer-songwriter Koresawa released a new digital single, 'Zutto Ichiban ni Shite ne,' on May 20th. The song is the ending theme for the TV anime 'Kurasu de 2-banme ni Kawaii Onnanoko to Tomodachi ni Natta.' A music video premiered on YouTube at 21:00 on the same day. Additionally, Koresawa announced her first-ever 20-city national hall tour, set to begin in September.
Ion Mizumori (ionmiz.) will hold a solo exhibition, “Shimmer of Venus,” at ラフォーレ原宿. The exhibition will feature and sell works themed around her emotions and body.
Companies mentioned：吉本興業、ラフォーレ原宿
Sanwa Supply has launched the cordless large mist fan “400-TOY054” to help people beat the heat outdoors. It features an 8L tank and powerful spray.
Companies mentioned：サンワサプライ株式会社
A new event and SSR character have been added to the latest Muv-Luv title, “Muv-Luv Girls Garden.” A commemorative login bonus and a new song music video will also be released.
Companies mentioned：合同会社EXNOA、株式会社KMS、aNCHOR、合同会社ストーリィベリー
Kadokawa has announced its annual "Kadokawa Bunko Summer Fair" for 2026, themed "Open a Book, Solve the World!". The event includes a major collaboration with QuizKnock for an in-store quiz rally, the release of highly anticipated paperbacks from authors Keigo Higashino, Kotaro Isaka, and Yugo Aosaki, various special edition covers, and a prize campaign for 500 people.
KADOKAWA released the comic “Hima-chan and the Interview in Heaven ２” on May 20, 2026. It is the second installment in the popular series about the bonds people share with their departed pets.
Companies mentioned：株式会社KADOKAWA
KADOKAWA announced that it will release “Hibi Neko Nikki,” a new comic essay by Fujihito, the artist’s first in 3 years, on May 20, 2026. The full-color essay depicts heartwarming everyday life with cats and includes 47 pages of newly drawn material, as well as purchase bonuses.
KADOKAWA announces the inaugural 'Sky Lantern Marche' at Tokorozawa Sakura Town for June 27-28, 2026. The event combines a daytime market with workshops, local stalls, and kitchen cars, culminating in a nighttime experience where participants can release 100 custom-decorated, eco-friendly LED sky lanterns each day.
Associate Professor Yuta Taniguchi’s new book “Taiheiki Historical Perspective” has been released, and a reprint has been announced. Drawing on the latest research, the book explores the influence “The Tale of the Heike” has had on Japanese historical understanding over many years.
Companies mentioned：株式会社KADOKAWA
Ingage’s “Re:lation” has been adopted by SODA’s “SNKRDUNK,” helping automate customer support and reduce inquiries through the use of AI.
Companies mentioned：株式会社インゲージ、株式会社SODA