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Daimaru Matsuzakaya Department Stores has launched its 2026 “Summer Gifts” campaign. The company is strengthening its prepared dishes for personal consumption and its original new sweets brand to meet the diversifying gift market.
Companies mentioned：株式会社MON・CREVE、パティスリー アニヴェル、BLUE POND、Goh、星と南風（かぜ）
Hakata Excel Hotel Tokyu and Hakata Tokyu REI Hotel in Fukuoka City have simultaneously earned the “4 Gyoiko Cherry Blossom” rating under the ESG certification “Sakura Quality Green.” Their collaboration with local culture and environmental initiatives were recognized.
Companies mentioned：東急ホテルズ、株式会社サクラクオリティマネジメント
Girls Creation has launched the 3rd installment of its 2.5th anniversary campaign and a new raid event. It is enhancing the user experience through reward missions, gacha draws and more.
Companies mentioned：合同会社EXNOA、Studio KUMASAN Inc.
finetrack has launched an original tent printing service. Customers can have designs printed on purchased products at no additional charge.
Companies mentioned：株式会社finetrack
Komlock lab株式会社 has joined 株式会社Pacific Meta. The move aims to expand business synergies in the Web3 and AI fields.
Companies mentioned：CryptoGames株式会社、Komlock lab株式会社、株式会社Pacific Meta
Keiyo Engineering is offering its portable electric water purifier, “AN-S152,” at a discount during an Amazon timed sale. It is designed for outdoor activities and disaster preparedness.
Companies mentioned：株式会社慶洋エンジニアリング
d program has won its first overall grand prize since its renewal. It has earned 9 awards in total and is running a commemorative campaign.
Companies mentioned：資生堂、アイスタイル（@cosme）
Original東大発AIスタートアップTricoLogic代表が、関西大学リカレント教育プログラムにて個人専用AIエージェント構築講座に登壇する。
Companies mentioned：株式会社TricoLogic、関西大学
Plaid has been named a finalist in 2 categories as a legal team at the “ALB Japan Law Awards 2026.” Its legal initiatives supporting business growth received high praise.
Companies mentioned：株式会社プレイド、トムソン・ロイター
Takano Co., Ltd. will exhibit at “JPCA Show2026,” showcasing inspection equipment designed for next-generation technologies. The company aims to meet growing demand for advanced manufacturing processes.
Companies mentioned：RX Japan株式会社
A special lecture by sales consultant Koichi Takahashi has been announced for the “2nd AI/DX Sales and Marketing Exhibition,” hosted by IPROS. He will explain the relationship between sales and people in the AI era.
Companies mentioned：株式会社イプロス、TORiX株式会社
Original東大発AIスタートアップのTricoLogicが、事業急成長に伴い本社を大阪・天神橋へ移転。オフィス面積を3倍に拡大した。
Companies mentioned：大阪府教育庁、大阪信用金庫、野村證券
株式会社W＆W has launched the “Textiler Dr. bags” leathercraft kit on Makuake. It offers beginners the experience of making a high-quality leather bag and raised 1.4 million yen on its first day.
Companies mentioned：株式会社W＆W、Textiler
Kobe cafe TOOTH TOOTH FISH IN THE FOREST will launch an early-summer-only all-you-can-eat homemade bread lunch starting May 26, 2026. The menu will feature breads made with refreshing ingredients and seasonal pasta.
Companies mentioned：TOOTH TOOTH
SEGA has opened a limited-time shop at MIYASHITA PARK in Shibuya to mark its 65th anniversary. It will sell original goods created in collaboration with popular artists, showcasing new appeal in the company’s IP.
Commseed has launched the first O2O marketing initiative using the GPS feature of its virtual hall app “SloPachi Spirit” to drive customers to physical stores.
Companies mentioned：コムシード株式会社
Washinomura in Futtsu, Chiba, will launch a “Wild Firefly Watching Tour” for overnight guests starting June 1, 2026. It offers a new tourism experience featuring the satoyama environment during the rainy season and interaction with rescued cats.
The Programming Skills Test will introduce the international-standard digital credential “Open Badge” for successful candidates. Using Infosign’s platform, trial operation will begin with the June 2026 exam.
Companies mentioned：株式会社プログラミング総合研究所、株式会社インフォザイン、一般社団法人デジタル認証サービス機構
Gekkaworks has obtained ISMS certification (ISO/IEC 27001:2022). It will strengthen the security and reliability of “Dokushiru,” its service for the medical and care sectors.
Companies mentioned：BSIグループジャパン株式会社
Originalホットトイズジャパンが映画『スター・ウォーズ エピソード1』アミダラ女王の1/6フィギュアを発表。2027年9月発売予定。
Original大阪音楽大学が2026年7月に君島聡氏による特別講義を開催。楽器構造と音作りの専門的理解を学生へ提供する。
Companies mentioned：大阪音楽大学、河野ギター製作所
The Hydrangea Festival will be held in June 2026 at Mikaeri Falls in Karatsu, Saga Prefecture. Visitors can enjoy 40,000 hydrangea plants and nighttime illuminations.
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人唐津観光協会
At the 79th Cannes International Film Festival, Piaget showcased its exceptional craftsmanship by providing high jewelry and watches to celebrities including its ambassador, Jun Ji-hyun.
ISABEL MARANT and Havaianas are collaborating on a limited-edition footwear collection launching on May 22. Pop-up events will also be held at 伊勢丹新宿店 and 阪急うめだ本店.
Companies mentioned：ISABEL MARANT、Havaianas、伊勢丹新宿店、阪急うめだ本店
MCPC will launch the “MCPC Conformity Mark” program in June 2026 to make mobile battery companies’ safety management systems visible. The industry-first framework will make it possible to compare product manufacturing processes and systems.
The Japan Vegetable Sommelier Association held its first National Salad Vegetable Championship. In a blind tasting, 花井トマトファーム’s tomato “Source of Longevity” from Mie Prefecture won the highest gold award, showcasing new added value for vegetables.
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人 日本野菜ソムリエ協会、花井トマトファーム、宮島農園、北野農園、株式会社ならはら菜園、トマけん農園、大和屋農園
Oceanic Constellations and NYK Line signed a memorandum of cooperation on an offshore space infrastructure business. The partnership will increase operational flexibility, from offshore recovery of reusable rockets through to launch.
Companies mentioned：日本郵船株式会社
Systems Co., Ltd. has launched “sync!A,” a generative AI chatbot service for businesses. It combines secure use of knowledge with governance management.
A 1/4-scale V12 engine model made with approximately 800 metal parts is now available for advance sale on Makuake. Starter-motor power and variable sound offer an experience close to the real thing.
MNTSQ has updated its contract management features to improve usability. “Pin columns” and “link to exports” improve work efficiency.
Panasonic Homes will launch its “Single-Story Home with a Private Courtyard” in May 2026, combining privacy with a sense of openness. Its design integrates the garden with the living room, offering a sense of spaciousness in a housing market where homes are becoming more compact.
インバースネット株式会社 will launch a recurring sale on the 26th of every month under its “FRONTIER” brand. The first sale runs from May 26, offering special prices on outlet PCs and other products to attract customers.
Companies mentioned：インバースネット株式会社
A research team including Wakayama Kosen has clarified how the “fake shells” of argonauts form and their fine structure. The team scientifically demonstrated, nearly 200 years on, that they are secreted from the octopus’s own arms and formed and repaired in a unique way.
Companies mentioned：和歌山工業高等専門学校、東京大学総合研究博物館、島根大学、日本大学
TAC Co., Ltd. announced that 35.9% of students who completed its full-course curriculum passed the 2025 Social Insurance and Labor Consultant Examination. The company has published 15 testimonials from successful candidates to support exam takers.
OriginalTAC株式会社は2027年合格目標の社労士講座申込みを開始し、5月末まで割引キャンペーンを実施。多様な受講メディアを提供し、初学者から一発合格を目指す。
Companies mentioned：TAC株式会社
JLAU will hold a talk event in Yokohama on May 31 to discuss the future of a greener Yokohama, building on the international horticultural expo.
Companies mentioned：JLAU、STGK Inc.、ワコールアートセンター、アバウトユアシティ
Ahrefs has raised the limits for API and MCP connections by up to 10 times. Stronger integration with generative AI will significantly improve users’ data analysis environments.
Companies mentioned：Ahrefs Pte. Ltd.
Wakayama City will conduct a sounding survey of the market among private-sector businesses to promote corporate investment at Cosmo Park Kada.
Caffarel has launched the new illustrated “Carina Collection” to mark its 200th anniversary. It is available at the Kobe flagship store and online shop.
Companies mentioned：株式会社山本商店
株式会社Uravation has expanded its generative AI training for businesses and begun supporting the in-house development of practical work using Codex.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Uravation、OpenAI
The 4 players from M League team “BEAST X” will compete at the same table for the first time in an official match, vying for a place in Block C of the program “Mahjong All-Star BS10 Championship 2026.”
Companies mentioned：BS10、EARTH JETS、赤坂ドリブンズ
ProCommit Partners Law Office, which specializes in legal services for startups, has launched “Hybrid Review,” combining AI review with a lawyer’s final check. The service provides affordable, fast contract reviews for startups focused on cost and turnaround time.
Dorsett by Agora Osaka Sakai and Hotel Agora Regency Osaka Sakai will run a joint campaign at Sakai City’s “Sakai Citizen Appreciation DAY” event.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アゴーラ ホスピタリティーズ、ノアドルフィンドーム
Harapecolab in Fukuoka will launch 20 ice tarts featuring June birthstones rendered in kohakuto candy on May 22. Available exclusively online, the tarts target demand for special gifts.
Tombow Pencil has added 3 outdoor-inspired “Field Gear Color” shades to its pressurized ballpoint pen, AirPress. The company aims to expand demand across a range of active settings, building on its functionality for challenging writing conditions.
TAC, a prep school for professional qualifications, is offering for a limited time “Easy-to-Understand Course,” a 50-hour online lecture course accompanying its bestseller, “The Textbook for Small and Medium Enterprise Management Consultants.” The course is designed to support independent learners.
Companies mentioned：紀伊国屋書店、丸善ジュンク堂書店
A survey by スポルアップ found that about 76% of e-commerce users suspected reviews were fake, while about 65% had abandoned purchases because they distrusted them. Although review-checking rates are high, deep distrust is spreading among consumers.
Companies mentioned：株式会社スポルアップ
Tokyo Century made an additional Series B investment in PXP, a developer of next-generation solar cells, and formed a business alliance to supply products. The move will strengthen decarbonization initiatives that make use of building rooftops that were previously difficult to install on.
Companies mentioned：株式会社PXP
ザブーン’s maritime management DX platform “MARITIME 7” has been adopted by 久米商船. Its template feature streamlines labor management.
Companies mentioned：久米商船株式会社
株式会社グラフィック has revamped the UI of “Goods Simulator,” which lets users create and order original merchandise online, improving smartphone usability and preview features.
Companies mentioned：株式会社グラフィック
Mercari has begun selling new smartphones bundled with mobile service through “Mercari Mobile.” It is offering a campaign with discounts of up to 99% for MNP transfers, as well as coupons reimbursing fees when users sell their old devices, helping reduce smartphone costs.
Companies mentioned：株式会社メルカリ
Yuki Nishida, president of UBE株式会社, has appeared on business media outlet “PIVOT.” A video featuring him discussing the company’s growth strategy and transformation has been released.
Companies mentioned：UBE株式会社、PIVOT
Digeon has officially launched “ENSOU App,” which instantly converts Excel files into AI apps. It automates everything from data entry to analysis through chat.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Digeon
Pandora will launch 12 styles of new jewelry from its Disney collaboration on May 21. Charms inspired by popular works will be among the offerings, and a purchase campaign will also be held.
Companies mentioned：Disney
The Body Shop will launch its limited-edition “Blue Musk Zest” collection on June 4. It features environmentally conscious packaging and a gender-free fragrance.
The first sessions for startup conference “KOZAROCKS 2026,” held in Okinawa City, have been announced. Leaders from various fields will take the stage to discuss topics including Lagoon KOZA’s 10th anniversary and Okinawa-born sports industry.
Companies mentioned：株式会社EBILAB、岡野バルブ製造株式会社、株式会社うむさんラボ、琉球アルファドライブ、おきなわC&Cホールディングス、株式会社eiicon、大丸開発グループ、株式会社ヌーラボ、ファウストビート株式会社、MOVIDA JAPAN、ミスルトゥ、株式会社カヤック、琉球フットボール株式会社、株式会社ジャパンリーグ、DCC株式会社
Japan’s first official FIBA 3x3 tournament in a public space was held in Ebisu, Shibuya. The urban sports event brought together the local community, businesses and schools.
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人渋谷未来デザイン、FIBA（国際バスケットボール連盟）、サッポロ不動産開発株式会社
Keita Kawamoto, representative of SHA, will speak at an event held by 薩摩大学 in Kagoshima, sharing practical insights into how local businesses can make use of external professional talent.
Companies mentioned：株式会社現場サポート、株式会社XLOCAL、株式会社KOBIRA、NPO法人薩摩リーダーシップフォーラムSELF、一般社団法人鹿児島イノベーションベース（KGIB）、サイ株式会社、musuhi
SQUEEZE, which promotes hotel DX, will open a new apartment hotel, “Minn 札幌大通 西14,” in Sapporo in June 2026. The hotel will meet demand for group and long-term stays, bringing the company’s Hokkaido portfolio to 5 facilities.
On June 5, ASUENE will hold its 2nd Sustainability Roundtable for companies listed on the TSE Prime Market. Practitioners from KDDI and Hitachi Construction Machinery will join to discuss practical issues related to SSBJ compliance.
Companies mentioned：KDDI株式会社、日立建機株式会社
株式会社ラーニングイット has begun streaming an archive of its seminar reporting on the use of VoC. The findings from a survey of more than 350 companies will support businesses’ VoC activities and growth.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ラーニングイット、CCMC社
The Japan Financial Education Support Organization will launch the “Practical Financial Skills Test” on June 15, 2026, to assess practical financial knowledge. The exam fee is 3,980 yen, and the test will be available in CBT/PBT formats.
小菅不動産, based in Yamato City, Kanagawa Prefecture, has put up a sign supporting local women’s soccer team “大和シルフィード.” The company is promoting community development through locally rooted sports support, including employing players.
Companies mentioned：株式会社小菅不動産、大和シルフィード
Dirbato has established Forwardforce, a new company specializing in generative AI implementation. The company will promote the practical deployment of AI through a team of engineers who work alongside clients on the ground.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Dirbato、株式会社Forwardforce
Inter-Bell has signed a sponsorship agreement with 東海学院大学’s hardball baseball club, launching what it says is the apparel industry’s first career support program for women baseball players.
Companies mentioned：東海学院大学
A survey has found that about 80% of construction and work sites feel burdened by leftover-material disposal. Demand is growing for outsourcing collection and removal to improve on-site productivity and safety.
Companies mentioned：未知株式会社
民事法研究会 will publish a practical guide on making intuitive decisions about environmental regulations on May 22. It addresses the challenge of relying on individual employees for regulatory compliance amid ESG management.
Companies mentioned：株式会社民事法研究会、株式会社環境ビジネスエージェンシー、高樹町法律事務所
ネクスト・ライフ distributed an odor-care product at a pet disaster-preparedness event, highlighting its suitability for stockpiling as a hygiene measure during disasters.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ネクスト・ライフ
エイム株式会社 will exhibit at “Automotive Engineering Exposition 2026 YOKOHAMA,” showcasing a working prototype of its ultra-compact EV and engineering technologies including V2X and AI.
株式会社青組 surveyed people in their 40s and 50s about bad breath. About 70% worry about bad breath during face-to-face conversations, and many are dissatisfied with how long existing care products last.
Companies mentioned：サクリサ
Zeureka and UBE achieved a lead designation milestone in joint drug discovery in the cancer field. The use of computational drug discovery and AI technologies greatly improved research efficiency.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ゼウレカ、ＵＢＥ株式会社、三井物産株式会社
A next-generation distributed computing platform using photonic-electronic fusion technology and a distributed database was successfully demonstrated in an NEDO-commissioned project. The platform will contribute to high-capacity, low-power communications in the AI era.
Companies mentioned：国立研究開発法人新エネルギー・産業技術総合開発機構、NEDO
T&Gグローバル社 begins sales of New Zealand-grown “JAZZ apples” for the 2026 season. They will be available at about 3,000 stores nationwide through the end of September.
Companies mentioned：T&Gグローバル社、いなげや、オオゼキ、ライフコーポレーション、西友、成城石井、トライアルカンパニー、東急ストア
コンビーズ is holding the “#つながる企業公式” project on X. This participatory event promotes collaboration between companies and creates new business opportunities.
株式会社コンビーズ has officially launched its professionally supervised “visual-novel-style customer acquisition type assessment.” The assessment analyzes users’ suitability for customer acquisition and recommends the company’s services.
Companies mentioned：株式会社コンビーズ、合同会社ぎあはーと
日置電機 has opened an after-sales service center in Vietnam to inspect and repair its products. The center will provide a rapid local support system.
Companies mentioned：日置電機株式会社、HIOKI ELECTRIC VIETNAM COMPANY LIMITED
U.S. bakery brand “KING'S HAWAIIAN” is a special sponsor and exhibitor at “ALOHA TOKYO 2026.” It will offer samples, sell merchandise and serve collaboration menu items.
Companies mentioned：KING'S HAWAIIAN、Sun Noodle、ハワイアン航空
株式会社AttendMe has fully launched “ぶいぷろ,” a project supporting VTuber development and management for businesses. It offers comprehensive support, from auditions and operations to IP development.
Companies mentioned：株式会社AttendMe
株式会社Blessing will launch “Detox All-in-One Wash,” a soaking detergent that removes stubborn built-up grime from clothing and bedding, on June 1. It combines powerful cleaning with environmental considerations.
Companies mentioned：イオングループ、ウエルシアホールディングス
Takaya Tanaka of 株式会社ヒダカラ has advanced to the finals of “Rookie of the Year in Local 2026,” a national competition for young professionals. His efforts to help shape Hida’s future through close collaboration with the local community were recognized.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ヒダカラ
松田綜合法律事務所 will hold an online seminar on amendments to the Whistleblower Protection Act on June 12. The seminar will explain key points of the legal amendments and practical responses.
Companies mentioned：松田綜合法律事務所
医学書院 published the practical clinical guidebook “Guidebook to the Differential Diagnosis of Dementia” on May 18, 2026. It covers expert approaches to differential diagnosis and treatment.
Companies mentioned：医学書院
株式会社Culture Generation Japan has launched a crowdfunding campaign to establish “Nakama-yaki,” a new local industry in Nakama City, Fukuoka Prefecture.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Culture Generation Japan
ヤマトインターナショナル is holding a Father’s Day senryu contest under its “Crocodile” brand. The contest invites 五七五 poems about family memories and gratitude, with gifts for selected entries.
Algoage has launched “SureSide,” a customer support AI based on insights from more than 2 years of operation at DMM’s contact center. It seamlessly handles everything from assisting operators to automated responses, boosting frontline productivity.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Algoage、DMM
NPO法人東京レインボープライド has released final information for “Tokyo Pride 2026.” A festival featuring 217 booths will be held at Yoyogi Park on June 6 and 7, and a parade with about 60 groups will take place in Shibuya and Harajuku on the 7th.
Companies mentioned：午前0時のプリンセス
株式会社レント will begin renting “Sky Shield Sensor,” a safety device designed to prevent accidents involving aerial work platforms, in August 2026. Co-developed with きんでん, the device improves both usability and safety.
Companies mentioned：株式会社きんでん、株式会社レント
OriginalStockSunは月間400件の法人問い合わせを生むYouTube SEO（VSEO）のノウハウと、1,411本の動画解析に基づく白書を公開した。BtoBにおける動画マーケティングの課題と独自知見を提示している。
Companies mentioned：StockSun株式会社
株式会社エスコン has acquired land for a new residential development project in Tennoji Ward, Osaka City. The site offers convenient transportation and a favorable living environment.
Companies mentioned：株式会社エスコン
TRAILIX, a new company established by Nishimoto Wismettac and Nordex, has opened a 4ha apple orchard in Kyowa, Hokkaido. Combining climate change measures with smart agriculture, it aims to become a major export hub for domestically grown apples.
Companies mentioned：西本Wismettacホールディングス株式会社、ノルデックス株式会社、TRAILIX株式会社、農林水産省
Uber Eats Japan合同会社 held its first “Delivery Partner Dialogue Session” in Nagoya over 2 days, April 9 and 10, 2026. The 6th session since the initiative began in 2023 brought together 34 delivery partners, who exchanged views directly with company employees on 3 topics: “app specifications,” “delivery request details” and “compensation.” The company also presented 3 improvements made in response to past sessions: a change to how customer names are displayed (in late April 2026), the ability to check the delivery address immediately after accepting a delivery request, and the introduction of optional weekly cross-midnight quests.
Buzzreach has launched a new webinar series for clinical research coordinators (CRCs). The first session will feature Dr. Hiroya Taniguchi of Aichi Cancer Center and others speaking and taking part in a panel discussion on the work and career paths of in-house CRCs. The series comes amid the growing sophistication of CRC roles as DCTs become more widespread.
Femcare brand “iroha” exhibited at a beauty trade fair and held a seminar featuring an obstetrician-gynecologist. It highlighted the medical beauty and health benefits of self-pleasure.
Companies mentioned：株式会社TENGA
The “Miyazaki Marutto 1-Day Free Pass,” available for use in designated areas of Miyazaki City from May 22 to December 7, 2026, is now on sale through my route, the travel app operated by Toyota Financial Services Corporation.
Original株式会社ルミッションは、土地家屋調査士事務所向けに経営者向け支援サービス「社長の分身」のパートナー制度を開始した。顧問先企業や不動産オーナーへのサービス紹介を通じ、事務所の付加価値向上と新たな収益機会（1社紹介で最大75万円）の創出を目指す。
Carbon EX Co., Ltd. supported Metro Denki Kogyo Co., Ltd., a heating products and engineering manufacturer, in procuring forest-derived J-Credits from Gifu Prefecture to achieve a zero-carbon factory. Through this procurement, which aligns with Metro Denki Kogyo's use of local Gifu cypress for their single-person kotatsu 'Hinoka', the company realized its zero-carbon factory in October 2025.
株式会社フォーカス has launched 5 new T-shirt designs on CLAT-JAPAN, its custom merchandise production website. The collection features materials and designs suited to a range of uses.
Companies mentioned：株式会社フォーカス
The Fukuoka Trade Association will hold a “Practical Seminar on Doing Business in India” on June 9. Experts will share know-how on navigating the market and support Japanese companies seeking to enter India.
Companies mentioned：公益社団法人福岡貿易会、在福岡インド総領事館、カクタス・コミュニケーションズ株式会社、山九株式会社
Garminジャパン has appointed professional soccer player Yuto Nagatomo as a brand ambassador. He will share self-management tips using the fēnix series and promote the value of Garmin products.
Companies mentioned：Garminジャパン
Ultimate Life Co., Ltd. will launch 6 essential oils and 1 aroma oil from its self-conditioning brand “KALMECIA” on May 23.