Japan Communication Network Co., Ltd. has launched a service page for its domestically developed SASE service, “FLESPEEQ SASE.” The fully managed service includes operational support and offers a management interface optimized for domestic companies, along with rapid implementation.
Resident app “Palette Management” analyzes 270,000 inquiries to develop 274 types of FAQs and 30 types of forms. Integration with an AI chatbot eases the burden of handling inquiries
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Palette Cloud has revamped the FAQs and forms for “Palette Management” based on analysis of approximately 270,000 inquiries. AI integration encourages residents to find answers themselves and helps streamline management operations.
renue releases “コードだもん ビーコン,” which notifies users when ClaudeCode tasks are complete
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renue has released “コードだもん ビーコン,” a desktop gadget that notifies users when Claude Code tasks are complete. The physical notification tool is designed to improve work efficiency.
Exhibitor applications open May 25 for “EMIDAS Manufacturing Business Meeting 2027,” a major trade show focused on Thailand’s only contract-processing company!
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NC Network today opened exhibitor applications for “EMIDAS Manufacturing Business Meeting 2027,” to be held in Bangkok in May 2027. The international business-matching event for small and medium-sized contract-processing companies will strengthen connections with overseas buyers.
Companies mentioned:株式会社NCネットワーク、Informa Markets、タイサブコン協会、タイ投資委員会(BOI)、NC NETWORK ASIA CO., LTD
[For manufacturers] Two-part webinar, “The Present and Future of European Environmental Regulations for Global Companies,” to be held July 7 (Tue.) and July 21 (Tue.)
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Lively LLC will hold a two-part webinar in July for manufacturers explaining European environmental regulations. It will cover practical responses to complex regulations and key points for management decision-making.
[2026, the first year of “extreme heat days”] What illnesses should people watch out for in scorching and extreme heat? Doctors explain eczema, hives and shingles, which are likely to worsen or develop in summer. Clinic For releases its “3 major summer heat ailments”
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Following the introduction of “extreme heat days” in 2026, Clinic For announced 3 major conditions that are likely to develop or worsen in scorching heat—eczema, hives and shingles—and urged people to seek medical attention early.
Emergency physician Hiroshi Imai appointed adviser to “kokolo sauna.” He will highlight the value of “saunas and cold baths as preventive medicine”
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INSIGHT WORKS株式会社 has appointed emergency physician Hiroshi Imai as an adviser to “kokolo sauna®.” He will promote the value of saunas and cold baths from the perspective of preventive medicine.
E.F. International will release the limited-edition summer fragrance “ALOHA” from Lothantique on May 25. The lifestyle offering features environmentally conscious materials and charitable activities.
VIE to hold special collaboration with JR Central’s “So-da Kyoto, Let’s Go!” at “ZEN NIGHT Tofukuji”
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VIE and JR Central are collaborating on a nighttime viewing event at Tofukuji Temple. The event will offer neuromusic and an experience in a special area.
The “Zombie Land Saga: Yumeginga Paradise” film and “くいもの屋わん” launch a collaboration! Limited-edition menu items inspired by the film and new products featuring newly drawn illustrations are also coming!
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株式会社オーイズミフーズ has launched a collaboration between the popular “Zombie Land Saga” film and “くいもの屋わん” at 3 stores nationwide. Limited-edition menu items and merchandise will be available.
“HERBMAN [Herbman],” born in Taki Town, a place with ties to medicinal herbs, brings a “journey brought to life” at VISON. Live painting by Jun Inoue
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The “HERBMAN” project was unveiled at VISON, and a commemorative live-painting event will be held on May 31. Artist Jun Inoue will create artwork on a container, and cookies will also be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.
BIO DRINK receives Maternity Food certification / Some KINS products now available at Tokyo Family Marche, a store operated by 一般社団法人日本マタニティフード協会
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KINS announced that “BIO DRINK” has received maternity food certification. It also began selling the product at its Ariake Garden store, aiming to expand its sales channels.
“ZEN NIGHT Tofukuji,” a collaboration event with “Yes, Let’s Go to Kyoto.” EX Service members only! Discount tickets and tickets with access to a special EX viewing area on sale
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JR Tokai will sell discounted tickets and special-experience tickets exclusively for EX Service members at “ZEN NIGHT,” a nighttime viewing event at Tofukuji Temple.
The NTT西日本 Group and AVITA form a business partnership to use avatars toward the social implementation of autonomous EV buses
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The NTT西日本 Group and AVITA have formed a business partnership to develop “Bus Ava,” an avatar service for use aboard autonomous EV buses. They aim to address regional transportation challenges and create new travel experiences.
“Station Memo!” celebrates its 12th anniversary! Anniversary campaign to be held starting June 1
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Mobile Factory is holding a campaign to celebrate the 12th anniversary of its location-based game “Station Memo!” The campaign runs from June 1 to July 5.
[Comfort Inn Fukuoka Tenjin] Donates handmade acrylic scrubbies to a children's cafeteria
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Comfort Inn Fukuoka Tenjin donated staff-made acrylic scrubbies to a children's cafeteria. The initiative combines reducing environmental impact with community contributions as part of its CSR activities.
Hugh Whittaker appointed external adviser to the Management Research Center
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The Japan Research Institute announced that Professor Hugh Whittaker has been appointed external adviser to its Management Research Center. His expertise will be applied to management research.
[Tokyo Shoseki × LoiLoNote] Event on June 4 (Thu) to mark the release of textbook-aligned content for the learning portfolio “LoiLog”
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株式会社LoiLo has begun distributing textbook-aligned content for “LoiLoNote School” in collaboration with Tokyo Shoseki. An online event showcasing examples of its use will be held on June 4.
塩尻市 selected for the デジタル庁 “Autonomous Driving Social Implementation Pilot Commercialization Region Project” — アイサンテクノロジー株式会社 and A-Drive株式会社 to participate in the initiative —
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塩尻市 has been selected for the デジタル庁 project to commercialize autonomous driving in a pilot region. Aisan Technology and A-Drive will participate, advancing the social implementation of autonomous driving through high-precision map production and operational support.
Nagano Prefecture's Iizuna Town × GINZA NAGANO to hold relocation consultation event
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Iizuna Town will hold a relocation consultation event at GINZA NAGANO. Town officials will provide individual consultations and share information about settling in the town and its attractions.
On Friday, May 29, companies and a local soccer club from the Kawaguchi Ryoke area of Saitama will gather for a cleanup in conjunction with “Zero Waste Day”
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株式会社大泉工場 will hold the “CLEAN UP Kawaguchi Ryoke” cleanup on May 29 in collaboration with local businesses and organizations in Kawaguchi City. The initiative promotes environmental beautification and awareness through community partnerships.
Cosmo Earth Conscious Act Clean Campaign in Sakai — Eat, learn and clean up. A report on the front line of resource recycling through SAF
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Cosmo Energy HD held an environmental cleanup event in Sakai, Osaka Prefecture, with 390 participants. In addition to the cleanup, the event raised environmental awareness by introducing SAF production and collecting used cooking oil.
A gift from a little duck — for children's future — Initiative to support childhood cancer through sales of “Miraito,” cancer insurance that stays by your side
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Aflac Life Insurance will launch a social contribution initiative in April 2026, donating to childhood cancer support organizations based on sales of its “Miraito” cancer insurance. The initiative will strengthen awareness of childhood cancer support and assistance for patients and their families.
[Nogata City] Received a corporate hometown tax donation from 株式会社ブランジスタ and held a ceremony to present a letter of appreciation
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株式会社ブランジスタ made a corporate hometown tax donation to support the branding of agricultural products in Nogata City. A letter of appreciation was presented on May 22.
On Yasuda Kinen (GⅠ) day, a JRA × TCK collaboration event will be held at Tokyo Racecourse! A live performance by the Tokyo Twinkle Fanfare has also been confirmed!!
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TCK will hold an event in collaboration with Tokyo Racecourse on June 7, the day of the Yasuda Kinen. The two racecourses will promote交流 through a performance by the fanfare band and a quiz campaign.
[What do you think about vacant homes in your neighborhood?] Survey of 500 people on their impact on the image of the community
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AlbaLink surveyed 500 people who have a vacant home nearby. More than 70% said they were concerned, highlighting worries about deteriorating public safety and scenery in their communities.
TOKIUM launches new “AI agentic BPO” business to handle operations with AI
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TOKIUM has launched its new “AI agentic BPO” business. AI agents directly handle customers' operations to reduce costs and improve efficiency. This strategic move aims to shift away from labor-dependent BPO models.
“Get a wedding for free when you book on the fair date! Summer Premium Bridal Fair” Highly rated reviews: a luxurious course meal tasting × dream dress experience × hotel stay with accommodation [Royal Pines Hotel Urawa]
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Royal Pines Hotel Urawa will hold an experiential bridal fair in June 2026, offering premium benefits such as a wedding giveaway.
Developed self-evolving multi-AI agent technology that continues learning while performing tasks
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富士通 has developed self-evolving multi-AI agent technology that learns autonomously from execution results. It improves the accuracy of business-specific LLMs by an average of 28 points and reduces AI development and operating costs.
[香川ファイブアローズ] 2025-26 season: Notice of the end of Alex Davis's contract
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香川ファイブアローズ announced the end of its contract with Alex Davis. The team thanked him for his contributions during the 2024-26 season and will list him as an unrestricted free agent.
[香川ファイブアローズ] 2025-26 season: Notice of the end of Makoto Kamata's contract
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香川ファイブアローズ announced the end of its contract with Makoto Kamata. He joined the team in February this season and contributed to strengthening the squad.
[香川ファイブアローズ] 2025-26 season: Notice of the end of Tucker Haymond's contract
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香川ファイブアローズ announced the end of its contract with Tucker Haymond. He will leave the team at the end of June 2026 and be placed on the unrestricted free agent list.
Make Korean food “easily, authentically, and enjoyably”! 貝印 launches its new “KOREAN KITCHEN” series
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貝印 will launch its “KOREAN KITCHEN” Korean cooking series on May 25. The lineup includes a samgyeopsal grill pan and a gimbap rolling mat, offering specialized tools for enjoying Korean food at home.
Launch of “Anshin Security Total Plan: Plus Anti-Scam Measures” and “Anshin Security Standard Plan: Plus Anti-Scam Measures”
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NTT Docomo will launch new security plans with enhanced AI-powered scam protection on May 27. Features include automatic call blocking and AI analysis of images and text.
“Live, live, live—” The long-awaited novelization of “Hated by Life Itself.,” Kanzaki Iori’s biggest hit and a masterpiece representing Vocaloid culture, goes on sale June 24!
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Kawade Shobo Shinsha will publish “Hated by Life Itself.,” a novel based on one of Kanzaki Iori’s signature songs, on June 24. The story explores life and death, drawing on the author’s own experiences.
[Latest review survey] Analysis of reviews for 59 Comfort Hotel locations: What are the strengths of the highly rated hotels that scored ★4.15?
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Mov Inc. analyzed reviews of 59 Comfort Hotel properties and reported an average rating of ★4.15. The analysis found that the hotels scored highly for breakfast.
Celebrating 10.5 years of service: Card-based suspense app “Roppongi Sadistic Night” is holding a special 10.5th-anniversary campaign! A livestream featuring guests will also be held on Thursday, May 28!
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Voltage’s “Roppongi Sadistic Night” is holding a large-scale special campaign to mark 10.5 years since launch, including in-game item giveaways, special gacha draws and a commemorative livestream.
[The Westin Miyako Kyoto] Beat the summer heat with a meat feast at a cool hotel! The “Summer Meat Fest Buffet,” featuring the chef’s finest meat dishes for all ages, will be held for a limited time in July and August.
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The Westin Miyako Kyoto will hold its “Summer Meat Fest Buffet” in July and August, serving a variety of meat dishes, Japanese cuisine and sweets.
Survey on air conditioner use: “All day” was the most common response in summer, at about 42%, while “Only during the coldest hours” topped the results in winter, at about 33%.
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A survey by NEXER and たまたま of 500 men and women nationwide examined air conditioner use. It revealed energy-saving awareness and highly seasonal usage patterns.
Autonomous driving tests to be conducted on Toei buses!
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The Tokyo Metropolitan Bureau of Transportation will conduct tests of a large autonomous bus, operating between Shin-Kiba Station and the National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation, with the aim of implementing autonomous driving technology.
[Event report] 11,000 people flocked to Sennan over 2 days as ABC Radio’s “Seaside Car Festa 2026” wraps up to great acclaim
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ABC Radio’s “Seaside Car Festa 2026” was held at Sennan Long Park. 11,000 people attended over 2 days, enjoying a live broadcast and guest performances.
Tax-accountant-focused AI “ZeiPilot” adds “Deliverables Mode,” which automatically generates everything from discussion results to meeting materials. PPTX, Excel and Word files can now be delivered as-is.
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SynergyAI Inc. has added a new “Deliverables Mode” feature to its tax-accountant-focused AI, “ZeiPilot.” The feature automatically converts AI findings into meeting materials and submission documents, helping streamline operations.
UPWARD, an AI agent for field sales, to exhibit at “MUFG Startup Summit 2026 in NAGOYA”
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UPWARD Inc. will exhibit at “MUFG Startup Summit 2026 in NAGOYA.” The company will showcase examples of AI sales agents for the manufacturing industry and hold a talk by its marketing director to promote sales DX.
JR West and Hachidori Solar to launch Japan’s first full-scale residential solar power business by a railway company
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JR West and Hachidori Solar have launched a full-scale residential solar power business. They aim to realize a regionally distributed energy society by leveraging the railway network.
[叡啓大学] Held a workshop on “Engaging with Communication” led by Hirata Oriza, president of 芸術文化観光専門職大学
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叡啓大学 invited Hirata Oriza to lead a theater-based workshop for first-year students. Participants learned about the essence of communication and the importance of understanding context.
Tsunagaru-shibu Marche makes its debut in Gotanda, aiming to become a new local hotspot—about 200 people attend in a highly successful event.
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Gotanda soup shop TapTap and social business community Waccel held their first community-focused event, “Tsunagaru-shibu Marche.” About 200 people took part, enjoying inclusive interaction through activities including para-sports experiences.
skew launches “skew PREMIUM,” made with its proprietary terpene blend
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Leep Inc.’s brand skew has unveiled a new collection, “skew PREMIUM,” featuring its proprietary terpene blend. It is launching 2 cartridges tailored to different settings, “BOOST” and “REST,” aiming to offer customers a new experience.
Munakata beef tendon and sake lees from locally brewed Oshima amanatsu citrus wine: New menu makes full use of local ingredients and byproducts [Mercure Fukuoka Munakata Resort & Spa]
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Mercure Fukuoka Munakata will introduce a sustainable new menu in summer 2026, using amanatsu sake lees, a byproduct from a local brewery, and Munakata beef.
VARIETAS officially announces its “Specialized AI Interviewer Series,” with specialized interview design and evaluation criteria. First offering, “AI Interviewer for Assessing Core Engineering Skills,” now generally available
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VARIETAS has officially announced its Specialized AI Interviewer Series and launched the first offering, “AI Interviewer for Assessing Core Engineering Skills.” Using data based on the track records of major companies, it objectively evaluates engineers’ potential.
Live demonstration in Fukuoka on creating high-resolution 3DGS models. Free seminars on the PortalCam handheld scanner to be held June 16 (Tuesday) and 24 (Wednesday) | First 5 applicants per session
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Sekido Co., Ltd. will hold a free seminar in Fukuoka, demonstrating how to create high-resolution 3D models using next-generation 3DGS technology and XGRIDS’ PortalCam handheld scanner.
“Summer starts early!” Japan Life Insurance Central and Pacific Interleague 2026 Food Fair to be held during all 9 games from May 26 (Tuesday) to June 7 (Sunday)! Enjoy summer treats ahead of time and get a limited-edition mini fan!
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The Japan Life Insurance Central and Pacific Interleague 2026 Food Fair will be held at Hanshin Koshien Stadium, featuring limited-edition food and collaborative merchandise giveaways.
“Yamagata Bunshokan Yoga Event 2026: Purification in Minazuki and the Waxing Moon”
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A collaborative event featuring yoga ambassadors from Miyagi and Yamagata will be held at Bunshokan in Yamagata on June 28, 2026. The event will promote local交流, and attendees will receive special benefits.
The best melon has been chosen. Winners announced for the Ibaraki Melon “KING & QUEEN Contest 2026”
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The Ibaraki Melon Contest 2026, hosted by Ibaraki Prefecture and operated by Vivid Garden, was held. Top prize winners were selected in the Ibaraking and red-fleshed melon categories, with the goal of strengthening the prefecture’s brand.
Sponsorship of “CodeQUEEN 2026,” a programming contest co-hosted by AtCoder株式会社 and AlgoParade LLC
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Sky株式会社 announced its sponsorship of the programming contest “CodeQUEEN 2026.” The company, which is stepping up engineer recruitment, is seeking people who can put their technical skills to use through the contest.
“まい先生⌇保育士ママの100均DIY🌼” joins the short-video reporting team
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株式会社ベクトル announced that parenting influencer “まい先生⌇保育士ママの100均DIY🌼” has joined its “Short Video Reporting Team.” The move aims to strengthen marketing to parents.
50,000 people gather at JR Hakata City for “Asadesu. Fest”! Thank you for coming [Event report]
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KBC Television held “Asadesu. Fest,” an event marking the 25th anniversary of “Asadesu. KBC.” About 50,000 people attended, enjoying a variety of activities.
Sports Wellness Blowgun: “8th All-Japan Team Championship” and “Chairman’s Cup 2026” to be held May 27 (Wed.) and May 28 (Thu.) at Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium (Sendagaya, Shibuya Ward)
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The Japan Sports Wellness Blowgun Association will hold the All-Japan Team Championship and the Chairman’s Cup at Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium. The sporting event aims to promote health.
“All-Time Rent-a-Car,” a car-sharing-style rental service available 24 hours a day, opens a new station in the Ikebukuro area
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Value Top has opened a new “All-Time Rent-a-Car” station in the Ikebukuro area. It aims to expand its share in central Tokyo by offering convenient, unmanned use 24 hours a day.
Chiba Kogyo Bank will host the title-sponsored game “Chiba Kogin Special Day 2026” at ZOZO Marine Stadium. It aims to strengthen ties with the local community and the team through events for visitors and the distribution of limited-edition merchandise.
Renowned pastry chef Tsujiguchi and popular gardening YouTuber Karmen-kun to hold a rare collaborative event! This time, the theme is “blueberries”
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The experiential food education event “The Most Delicious Relationship Between FRUITree and Sweets,” featuring the first joint appearance by chef Hironobu Tsujiguchi and Karmen-kun, will be held at VISON in Mie Prefecture on June 7.
[Through May 31] RareJob English Conversation’s 1-yen first-month campaign is now on!
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RareJob Inc. has launched a new-customer campaign for its online English conversation service, offering the first month for 1 yen. The campaign runs through May 31.
[Niigata University of Health and Welfare] Can playing games improve eyesight? Game-based treatment helps children tackle amblyopia “enjoyably”
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Niigata University of Health and Welfare and its partners demonstrated the effectiveness of game-based treatment for binocular amblyopia using “Occlu Tab.” The device makes training enjoyable and helps address the challenge of continuing treatment.
Episode 4 of “MAD5” brings together entertainers with “Jun” in their names for the “JUN Zombie World Championship” to determine who is most like a zombie! Koji Kawamoto of Jicho Kacho, Junshi Urata and others take part as a gathering of “wild JUNs” leads to an unexpected incident!
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ABEMA’s “MAD5” will air on May 25. The new project, which originated on popular YouTube, features entertainers competing after turning into zombies.
[gacco] How AI agents can transform work: “AI-BPR 2.0” next-generation BPR seminar [hybrid event]
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Digital Knowledge and PeopleDot will co-host an “AI-BPR 2.0” seminar on June 2. Participants will learn about business process redesign in the age of AI agents.
Taito receives its first Health and Productivity Management Organization 2026 certification; promotes a supportive workplace where employees can grow and take on challenges, making “ease of working” a corporate value
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Taito has received its first “Health and Productivity Management Organization 2026” certification. Its health promotion initiatives, launched in 2022, were recognized.
School director Teruyasu Fujiwara appointed adviser to the “Inquiry Promotion Organization”; aims to train 100,000 inquiry navigators alongside leading figures in education
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Teruyasu Fujiwara of 青楓館高等学院 has been appointed an adviser to the Inquiry Promotion Organization (TAO) and aims to train 100,000 inquiry navigators alongside leading figures in education.
After Golden Week, consultations from high school students about repeating a year or dropping out increase—Kizuki Kyōiku Juku to hold free online event on choosing a correspondence high school with university admission in mind
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Kizuki Kyōiku Juku will hold a free online event on May 29 about choosing a correspondence high school with university admission in mind.
As home prices continue to rise, “ConstRoom,” a custom-home platform with no brokerage fees, launches nationwide
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株式会社For Exterior is expanding nationwide its “ConstRoom” custom-home platform, which charges no brokerage fees. Using AI to connect homebuyers directly with local builders, it aims to make construction costs more transparent.
Man steals car, drives under the influence of drugs and runs red lights while refusing to stop; Yilan police surround him and seize zombie vape cartridges
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Police surround a man who drove under the influence of drugs and refused to stop; zombie vape cartridges seized, detention approved.
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