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Lindt will launch its seasonal early-summer drink, “Melon Frozen Chocolate Drink,” nationwide from June 1. It features the indulgent flavor of red-fleshed melon paired with white chocolate.
株式会社IRIS has launched a promotion for “The World of Pixar” as its media partner, using 35 wrapped taxis in Tokyo. Special videos will also be shown on in-car digital signage.
Companies mentioned：株式会社IRIS、GO株式会社、株式会社フリークアウト・ホールディングス
Nikken Corporation will exhibit at CSPI2026, presenting hands-on solutions for worksites, including the new “Himōn II.”
CrowdStrike released its 2026 Financial Services Threat Report. It describes the theft of billions of dollars' worth of crypto assets by North Korean attackers and the growing severity of fraudulent tactics using AI.
Safie has introduced SAP Cloud ERP and selected a systems integrator as its partner. The company aims to strengthen its business foundation for global expansion and growth.
Companies mentioned：株式会社システムインテグレータ、SAPジャパン株式会社
松屋 Ginza will hold its signature event “GINZA Umbrella Fair” for the first time in 2 years. In response to demand for protection from extreme heat, it will offer about 3,000 umbrellas, including functional parasols and luxury models.
Companies mentioned：松屋、グランデサローネ、福井洋傘、小宮商店、ディチェザレデザイン、パソッティ、ブリージーブルー、マク―ル、蘆屋ロサブラン、ナッツ
OriginalPRIZMAによるBtoBコンテンツマーケ調査で、担当者の約8割がネタ切れを実感していることが判明。リソース不足がコンテンツの多様性を阻害しています。
Companies mentioned：株式会社PRIZMA、サクリサ
The Sendai Children's Foundation has launched free consultations and ongoing support for local businesses to promote men's parental leave. By making use of experts, the initiative will help companies establish and retain parental leave programs and strengthen their ability to recruit.
CRE will hold its first open house in Kansai at “Logi Square Osaka Katano” on June 17 and 18. Citing its prime location and high employee satisfaction, it is seeking tenants for units on floors 3-4.
Companies mentioned：株式会社シーアールイー、ＣＲＥリートアドバイザーズ株式会社、ＣＲＥロジスティクスファンド投資法人
株式会社HQ has begun airing TV commercials for its employee benefits service “Shokuji Hojo HQ” in 5 major metropolitan areas, following the expansion of the tax-exempt limit for meal subsidies. The company is using the tax reform as an opportunity to promote strategic investment in employee benefits.
I-O DATA DEVICE, INC. will change its name to “I-O Data Corporation” effective July 1, 2026. With its business expanding, the company will align its corporate name with its familiar brand name to strengthen its brand.
Video streaming platform “ULIZA” has added simulcast support. It enables automatic video quality switching based on viewing conditions and flexible streaming operations using external encoders.
2 PERSOL Group companies provided BPR support to disaster-affected municipalities in Ishikawa Prefecture, delivering results including the establishment of a foundation for operational reform in 4 municipalities and the creation of a handbook.
Companies mentioned：パーソルビジネスプロセスデザイン株式会社、パーソルワークスイッチコンサルティング株式会社
The TV anime “Mr. Osomatsu” and Okinawan diner Yappari Steak are holding a collaboration campaign. It will feature newly drawn illustrations and region-exclusive menu items at locations nationwide.
Tottori Prefecture will hold the “Tuna Fair” at Tottori-Okayama Shinbashi-kan in Tokyo to promote bluefin tuna from Sakai Port. Special menu items and a tuna butchering show will showcase the appeal of the region's food.
株式会社ファクトリージャパングループ will hold a free trial treatment event at its Grand Emio Tokorozawa location to mark “Pelvis Day” on May 28.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ファクトリージャパングループ、株式会社凜、FJG International Holdings Limited、卡莱达(深圳)健康管理有限公司
Revlon will launch a limited-edition lip scrub featuring Pokémon's Ditto on June 4. It is a new limited model in the popular series.
Cheese Garden will launch its seasonal café drinks “Mango Drinks” on May 27. The lineup includes 3 offerings combining cheese and tropical fruit.
Companies mentioned：コロワイドグループ、株式会社庫や
Dozle Corporation will begin selling new merchandise on May 24, 2026, to celebrate the birthday of group member Bonjuru. Reprints of past bromides will also be available at convenience stores.
ALL CONNECT’s survey on pocket WiFi use found that price is a clear priority (41.2%), with 85% saying a reasonable monthly fee is 3,000 yen or less. WiMAX leads in market share.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ALL CONNECT、楽天モバイル、NTTドコモ、KDDI、ソフトバンク
Kashiwa City’s public market will hold an open day on May 30. The event will showcase the market to residents through its first-ever freezer tour and sales of seasonal foods.
株式会社ダイセル has developed a “wearable airbag” for older adults based on automotive airbag technology. The company aims to bring it to market through open innovation with AIST, Hiroshima University and others.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ダイセル、国立研究開発法人産業技術総合研究所、ソニーグループ株式会社、国立大学法人広島大学
Second Street will open its 3rd Singapore store, “2nd STREET Tiong Bahru Plaza,” on May 26, accelerating its global expansion.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ゲオホールディングス、2nd STREET SINGAPORE Pte. Ltd.
GLOBIS has launched a corporate course offering management experience through LuckyFes, a music festival operated by its group. It will teach executives how to design experiential value and build co-creation businesses.
Companies mentioned：楽天グループ株式会社、LuckyFM茨城放送、BARKS
Seaside Hotel Maiko Villa Kobe will hold a limited-time early-summer fair from June 1 to July 31. Its restaurants will offer a variety of dishes featuring local ingredients, herbs and spices.
Korean boy band CMDM has completed its extended run of performances in Japan and announced a new summer season. The group is deepening its bond with fans following strong results on the Oricon charts.
Toyokumo has launched a new feature in its web form creation tool “FormBridge” that uses AI to automatically generate response completion screens. It offers an intuitive, no-code experience that requires no specialized knowledge.
Companies mentioned：トヨクモ株式会社、サイボウズ株式会社
OriginalTCJグローバルは、就業中の外国人材向けにJLPT N2合格を目指す集中コースを7月より開講。試験対策に特化し半年でN2合格を支援する。
Companies mentioned：パスメイクホールディングス株式会社、株式会社TCJグローバル
The June 2026 issue of the digital magazine Monthly Tabiiro is released today. In partnership with the Sannai-Maruyama Site in Aomori Prefecture, it features Jomon culture.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ブランジスタメディア
weskiii株式会社 will hold a POP-UP for German footwear brand “ara” and its Spring/Summer 2026 collection in Shibuya Ward from May 27.
Companies mentioned：weskiii株式会社、ara
Iifuran held a lavish cruise awards ceremony to recognize top performers in its reuse business, “Otakaraya: High-Value Purchases.”
Lion will expand its “Toothbrush Recycling” program in Saitama Prefecture to approximately 100 private kindergartens and certified early childhood education and care centers starting in May 2026. The program promotes health and environmental education through toothbrushing.
Companies mentioned：株式会社コミュニティネット
Individual Tutoring Academy Free Step will begin accepting applications for its summer courses on May 25, 2026. Using its in-house learning systems “S-CUBE” and “My Step Log,” it will provide strong support for improving students’ grades and helping them gain admission to their preferred schools.
Companies mentioned：株式会社成学社
Originalフロンティア株式会社が5月26日に恵比寿でBtoBマーケティングワークショップを開催。マーケティング戦略の設計手法を実践する。
Companies mentioned：株式会社Bizibl Technologies
PIA Corporation has announced 2 new colors for “feliamo,” the colored contact lens brand modeled by Mai Shiraishi. They will go on sale early on Qoo10 from May 29, 2026, targeting demand for natural-looking styles.
Companies mentioned：Qoo10、モアコンタクト、LILYANNA、クイーンアイズ、ホテラバ
OriginalAkamaiのAPAC版APIセキュリティ調査で、AI関連のAPI攻撃がインシデントの最多要因となり、日本企業の被害額が1件平均約2.46億円に急増していることが明らかになった。
Companies mentioned：Akamai
Authense法律事務所 and SocialWire will hold a webinar on May 27 to help improve the efficiency of legal work. Drawing on their expertise, they will explain how to standardize contract reviews and reduce reliance on individual employees for anti-social forces checks.
Companies mentioned：Authense法律事務所、ソーシャルワイヤー株式会社
Sekisui Chemical has been named a leader in the 2025 CDP Supplier Engagement Assessment for the 2nd consecutive year.
An art exhibition by artist Yuta Okuda will be held at Barneys New York Ginza. Alongside displays and sales of new works, limited-edition T-shirts will also be available for pre-order.
Companies mentioned：株式会社バーニーズ ジャパン、Behind the Scenes®、NOMAD GALLERY
Tokyo GreatBears will hold a preseason match in Tomigusuku, Okinawa Prefecture, in August 2026. The event aims to strengthen community ties and promote the SV League.
Companies mentioned：株式会社グレートベアーズ、株式会社ネイチャーラボ
Tokyo GreatBears will hold a tour to watch its preseason match in Okinawa. The tour includes a match and an event where participants can interact with players.
Companies mentioned：株式会社エイチ・アイ・エス、株式会社グレートベアーズ
Jackery Japan will sponsor and exhibit for the first time at the disaster preparedness event “JA共済 Presents ちびっこ防災アドベンチャー2026” on May 30, raising awareness of disaster preparedness through displays of portable power stations and other products.
Companies mentioned：静岡朝日テレビ、JA共済連静岡、橋本組
A joint venture between ワンキャリア and W Inc. has been awarded a contract to promote Kobe as an attractive destination for students and organize networking events. This fiscal year, it will step up video content promotion to encourage employment in the city and facilitate job matching.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ワンキャリア、株式会社W
株式会社ベスト-アニバーサリー will launch a wedding attire rental service designed especially for dogs at キンプトン新宿東京 in May 2026. It will enhance its pet wedding offerings with outfits for large dogs and support from professional pet sitters.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ベスト-アニバーサリー、キンプトン新宿東京
Kyodo Milk Industry is launching collaboration packaging with Pompompurin to mark the 45th anniversary of Meito Custard Pudding. It will also run a social media campaign to raise brand awareness.
Companies mentioned：協同乳業株式会社、株式会社サンリオ
Original二見書房はBL小説『オメガ嫌いの英雄大公と絶対離婚したくない内職花嫁』を5月25日に発売。BLアワード2026入賞作の続編となる。
Companies mentioned：二見書房
Givery's Track has received certification as an iCD-compliant system, strengthening its visualization of workforce data based on major domestic skills standards.
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人iCD協会、世界経済フォーラム（WEF）
Itandi and APAMAN have formed a business partnership to offer special access to business support services for more than 1,000 Apaman Shop member locations nationwide. The partnership aims to improve the efficiency of rental brokerage operations.
Companies mentioned：APAMAN株式会社、Apaman Leasing株式会社
Originalノルコーポレーションが、5つの成分を無添加とした「ベイマックス」デザインのバスボールを発売する。6月3日よりアカチャンホンポにて先行販売を開始する。
Companies mentioned：株式会社ノルコーポレーション、アカチャンホンポ
DAY TO LIFE Inc. will sell Chocolate Mint Choux at 7 Beard Papa's locations only from June 1, 2026. The product is returning for the first time in 13 years.
Tokiwatei will hold a summer-only cold noodle festival starting June 1. It will offer 3 varieties of spicy, savory cold noodles to beat the summer heat and stimulate demand for summer yakiniku.
Companies mentioned：GOSSO株式会社
Calbee will hold Local Jagabee Extravaganza! at Tokyo Skytree from May 26 to 29, 2026. The event lets visitors try 6 region-exclusive flavors from across Japan in Tokyo.
Companies mentioned：カルビー株式会社
DiCE is marking its 25th anniversary and will introduce a new, more legible brand logo on June 1, 2026. The move aims to increase brand awareness.
DENTSU SOKEN will launch xAiLiS, a fund management solution for alternative investments, on May 25, 2026. It will automate manual tasks and support digital transformation of operations.
DELISH KITCHEN has published a collection of milk recipes for June's Milk Month. It is working with a public-private partnership project to expand consumption.
Companies mentioned：株式会社エブリー、一般社団法人Jミルク
TV Asahi and CA Tech Kids have announced Tech Kids Grand Prix 2026. New prefectural preliminaries and judging guidelines tailored to the generative AI era are among its features.
Companies mentioned：株式会社テレビ朝日、株式会社CA Tech Kids
Original川崎市のK-NICが、ディープテック系スタートアップを支援する2ヶ月間の集中アクセラレーションプログラムの2026年度上期分を募集開始した。
Companies mentioned：株式会社ツクリエ、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）、公益財団法人川崎市産業振興財団、川崎市
Kinokuniya has unveiled its Early Summer Outings feature, exclusive to its official online store. It showcases items such as antimicrobial containers, coolers and jellies, ideal for picnics and BBQs.
Domino's Pizza has launched its Cheese Sauce Rain Operation, available only during the rainy season. It is offering special sets that let customers pour on cheese sauce as they like, and touting the amount of cheese based on its own calculations.
Original日立市と日立製作所ら4者が、約7万人の市民健康データを分析し、高血圧傾向の把握と健康アプリによる行動変容を確認した実証結果を報告。2026年度からデータ駆動型の新施策を開始する。
Companies mentioned：株式会社日立製作所、株式会社日立システムズ、沢井製薬株式会社
KEYUCA, operated by Kawajun Co., Ltd., has launched the Cooling Towel, a new product for heatstroke prevention. It offers 3 cooling methods, with a focus on stress-free portability.
Companies mentioned：KEYUCA（河淳株式会社）
Bandai Namco Filmworks will release the video editions of Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX -Beginning- on May 27. The anticipated title is a joint production by スタジオカラー and サンライズ.
Companies mentioned：株式会社バンダイナムコフィルムワークス、スタジオカラー、サンライズ
株式会社ブレイズ's roofed three-wheeled electric motorcycle, EV Delivery, has been adopted by ALSOK's Sagami Branch. It offers reduced carbon emissions and costs, as well as quiet operation.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ブレイズ、ALSOK株式会社、株式会社MTG
Akachan Honpo will begin early sales on June 3 of NOL Corporation's additive-free bath ball featuring a Baymax design.
Companies mentioned：株式会社赤ちゃん本舗、株式会社ノルコーポレーション
PERSOL INNOVATION is renaming its digital transformation talent development service TECH PLAY Academy to ビルスピ. The service will continue as before while stepping up practical talent development.
Companies mentioned：パーソルイノベーション株式会社、パーソルグループ、株式会社TECH PLAY-X
Shoei-sha will release Supreme CX, a book explaining a next-generation CX model, on May 25, 2026. It includes findings from joint research by TOPPAN and インテグレート.
Companies mentioned：株式会社翔泳社、TOPPAN、インテグレート
Oyatsu Company is launching “Baby Star Ramen Maru (Matsusaka Beef Steak Flavor)” for a limited time at convenience stores nationwide. It features the luxurious flavor of Matsusaka beef and 3 stages of texture.
IBM Japan released its “2026 Consumer Survey.” In response to changes in purchasing behavior driven by generative AI, it urged brands and retailers to accelerate the shift to data-driven AI use.
Companies mentioned：日本アイ・ビー・エム株式会社、IBM、全米小売業協会（NRF）、ALDO Group、Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy社 (LVMH)
PONOS’s “The Battle Cats” will hold a rerun collaboration with the theatrical “Fate/stay night [Heaven's Feel]” starting May 29.
株式会社セガ フェイブ has begun online lottery sales for the TV anime “Tougen Anki.” The lineup features limited-edition items with an amusement park theme.
Companies mentioned：株式会社セガ フェイブ、秋田書店
Sansan will begin airing a new TV commercial highlighting the importance of “business data” in major areas nationwide on May 25, 2026. It focuses on data quality, which affects AI performance.
Companies mentioned：Sansan株式会社
Brother Industries announced “ROOMDIVE,” an immersive space creation system. It provides an easy immersive experience without goggles and aims to promote adoption at new types of facilities.
OriginalBEENOSが海外ファン554名にアニメ視聴調査を実施。98%がアニメ好きで、3割が毎日視聴。TV放送が主要な接点であり、グッズ収集への意欲も高い。
Companies mentioned：BEENOS株式会社
BEENOS surveyed anime fans in 50 countries and regions about their use of cross-border e-commerce. It found that 87% had made purchases, and more than half had spent over 100,000 yen.
Companies mentioned：BEENOS株式会社
eiicon has been awarded Nara Prefecture’s public-private collaboration support project for the 2nd consecutive year. The initiative will strengthen efforts to address administrative challenges and support the growth of startups in the prefecture.
Companies mentioned：株式会社eiicon
資生堂パーラー is opening its first location at Futako-Tamagawa Tokyu Food Show. It aims to attract customers with products exclusive to its Ginza main store and promotional campaigns.
Companies mentioned：資生堂パーラー
Yamada Holdings will launch 4 handheld fan products for beating the heat under its original brand “RIAIR” on May 25, 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ヤマダホールディングス、ヤマダデンキ、ベスト電器、マツヤデンキ
Yamada Holdings is launching new seasonal appliances under the “RIAIR” brand. The lineup includes 3 fans and 2 air circulators, catering to demand for energy savings through combined use with air conditioners.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ヤマダホールディングス、ヤマダデンキ、ベスト電器、マツヤデンキ
Kappa Sushi is holding the limited-time “Exquisite Toro Tuna Festival.” With seasonal toro as its theme, the event will offer thick-cut sushi and creative menu items nationwide.
Companies mentioned：コロワイドグループ、カッパ・クリエイト㈱
Poplar Publishing’s digital reading service “MottoSokka!” has been adopted by all elementary schools in Minamifurano, Hokkaido. Approximately 100 students will use it to promote reading and inquiry-based learning.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ポプラ社
大塚商会 earned the top “A” rating for the first time in CDP’s Supplier Engagement Assessment. Its climate action across the entire supply chain was recognized.
Companies mentioned：大塚商会
Wolfgang’s Steakhouse TEPPAN and “照寿司,” a theatrical-style sushi restaurant in Fukuoka, will hold a limited collaboration in Ginza.
Companies mentioned：照寿司
Tim Ho Wan will offer its limited-time “Boiled Dumplings” menu at all locations in Japan starting in June 2026. This special dish features shrimp, wood ear mushrooms and bamboo shoots.
Companies mentioned：WDI GROUP
Sarabeth’s will offer its limited-time early summer menu items, “Churro French Toast” and “Reuben Sandwich,” in June. They will be available at 6 locations in Japan.
The 3 Bubba Gump Shrimp locations in Japan will offer a limited-time summer special menu from June 1 to August 31. The menu includes 3 food items and 2 drinks.
トニーローマ will run the “Coloring Philippines” campaign in partnership with the Philippine Department of Tourism and the Embassy of the Philippines in Japan. Limited menu items featuring unique takes on Filipino cuisine will be available in June to celebrate the Japan-Philippines Friendship Year.
Companies mentioned：トニーローマ
Capricciosa will run a campaign to mark its 48th anniversary, offering discounted signature pasta dishes every Thursday during dinner from June through July.
Kentaro Maeda’s latest book, “Empires Competing in Morality,” is now available from NHK出版. It analyzes from a historical perspective how competition among empires led to the expansion of minority rights.
Companies mentioned：NHK出版
Yamanashi Prefecture and Satofull have launched a crowdfunding campaign for a fashion show aimed at realizing an inclusive society. Donations can be made through Satofull and CAMPFIRE.
Companies mentioned：株式会社さとふる、株式会社CAMPFIRE
Kirin Holdings earned the highest rating for the 8th consecutive year in CDP’s Supplier Engagement Assessment. It has also been named to the A List for water security.
株式会社栄光 will relocate and open Eikoh Seminar Oyama in the JR Oyama Station building “VAL” on July 1, 2026, and newly open Navio University Entrance Exam Oyama, a school specializing in high school students.
Companies mentioned：株式会社増進会ホールディングス、Ｚ会グループ
Koikeya launches a new Don Tac os flavor, “Seafood Grilled Chili Tacos.” Highlighting the savory taste of seafood and spicy heat, the company aims to attract new customers amid the taco boom.
A collaboration campaign at タワーレコード has launched to mark the Japanese production of the Broadway musical ‘BOOP! The Musical.’ Original stickers will be given away as a purchase bonus.
Companies mentioned：タワーレコード
Duran Duran has released 2 remixes of “Free To Love” feat. Nile Rodgers. Horse Meat Disco and DJ White Shadow contributed, highlighting the song’s message.
Companies mentioned：Tape Modern、The Orchard Japan
Shogakukan-Shueisha Productions and others are rolling out the “Let’s Bring the Joy of Table Tennis to 10,000 Children! Project” at kindergartens and nursery schools nationwide. The project will provide free program kits for young children and create opportunities for physical activity.
Companies mentioned：株式会社小学館集英社プロダクション、株式会社タマス、一般社団法人Tリーグ、株式会社小学館アカデミー
freee released findings from a survey of 633 IT administrators. While 66% expressed concern about rising use of shadow AI, the findings showed that countermeasures have not advanced, much as with shadow IT.
Companies mentioned：フリー株式会社
Human Academy has been commissioned by Hokkaido Prefecture to run its workforce recruitment support program. The initiative will help address labor shortages at companies in the prefecture and support job seekers in finding work through incentive payments.
シェラトン都ホテル東京 will host 田村酒造場 on July 29 for “Shirokane: A Gathering of Fine Sake and Cuisine,” an event featuring sake and food pairings.
Companies mentioned：シェラトン都ホテル東京、田村酒造場、きたうち山口牧場
Hotel Okura Fukuoka has announced a seasonal dim sum buffet and a lunch course available on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. The hotel aims to improve customer satisfaction by offering made-to-order dining for customers in Fukuoka City.
星野リゾート’s 3 OMO properties in Kyoto have launched a summer-only “Early Morning Summer Heat Relief Tour.” The tours offer a new way to explore Kyoto, with early-morning visits to temples and shrines and traditional experiences that let visitors avoid crowds and beat the heat.
Companies mentioned：星野リゾート、村山造酢