[Okazaki, Aichi Prefecture] “New drinks are here!” at Wood Design Park Okazaki—a refreshing treat for hot days!
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Wood Design Park Okazaki will begin selling 6 kinds of sparkling drinks for summer on June 1. The offerings highlight experiences amid nature and their appeal on social media.
[11 groups partnering] All community partners announced for “TORYUMON KYUSHU 2026 焔,” one of Kyushu’s largest startup festivals for the U25 generation
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11 organizations have been named community partners for the startup event “TORYUMON KYUSHU 2026 焔.” The event aims to strengthen the entrepreneurial ecosystem for the U25 generation, based in Fukuoka.
“まほイマ” revival performance announced after popular demand!
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A revival performance of the immersive theater production “Promise of Wizard” has been announced. It will take place at Dance Hall Shinseiki in September 2026.
In a world where AI gives you the answers, reclaim the power to think. Bunken Publishing releases “アントネストの羊”!
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Bunken Publishing, an imprint of Shin-Kyoiku Publishing Keirinkan, has released the latest science fiction novel by Narumi Morikawa, “アントネストの羊.” The story explores the power of thought in a society managed by AI.
[Customer Appreciation Sale] Exclusive to the 2 “Sennen no Utage Iwakuni Ekimae” and “Mekiki no Ginji Iwakuni Ekimae” locations in Iwakuni, Yamaguchi Prefecture! Everything will be half price for 3 days, May 27 (Wed)–May 29 (Fri), 2026! Plus, get a half-price ticket back!
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Monterosa will hold an appreciation sale at 2 locations in Iwakuni, Yamaguchi Prefecture, offering half-price items across the board and ticket rewards starting May 27.
“Doré Peanut Smoothie,” combining peanuts from Yachimata with Hokkaido milk, is perfect for the coming season. Back for another year from Doré, starting June 1 (Mon)!
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Specialty shop Doré, operated by 株式会社シュクレイ, will launch a summer-limited smoothie made with Yachimata peanuts and Hokkaido milk on June 1.
Shintei Security adopts “Buddycom”! Plans to accelerate expansion across the security industry—enabling real-time information sharing and clear instructions during patrols by patrol cars and on foot
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Shintei Security has adopted Science Arts’ “Buddycom,” strengthening real-time information sharing and its instruction system for patrol operations. The adoption adds to the platform’s track record with major security companies.
Signed an “Agreement on Mutual Cooperation in the Event of a Disaster” with the Toshima Ward Association of Vocational and Other Schools!
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Toshima Ward has signed a disaster-response mutual cooperation agreement with the Association of Vocational and Other Schools. The agreement will strengthen support for people unable to return home and disaster preparedness by drawing on the expertise of educational institutions.
Satoshi Kawaguchi, representative of 株式会社リーピー, spoke at the “AI × Recruiting Seminar,” presenting recruitment strategies for the generative AI era. He shared the importance of recruitment as a management strategy and ways to use AI, drawing strong interest from many business leaders.
FIXER launches “Physician Administrative Work Assistance Program Strategy Package” for the 2026 medical fee revision
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FIXER has launched the “Physician Administrative Work Assistance Program Strategy Package” for the 2026 medical fee revision. It uses generative AI to help medical institutions turn the revenue and expenses of add-on payment programs into the black.
STATION Ai and PERSOL CAREER release results from the first phase of their sales support program and will launch the second phase in July 2026
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STATION Ai and PERSOL CAREER have released results from the first phase of their sales support program for startups. The second phase will begin in July 2026, with an expanded capacity.
Dole and Ethical Spirits developed “Re:GIN (リジン) Mottainai Yuzu Gin Soda,” an upcycling-inspired gin soda, to launch in limited quantities on May 27 (Wed)
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Ethical Spirits and Dole have collaborated to launch a gin soda made with upcycled ingredients. It will be available exclusively at Aeon stores starting May 27.
Original5月から夏日続出、骨盤ケアにも猛暑対策を。夏専用骨盤ケアインナー『整体ショーツ NEW DRY』今シーズンの販売を開始。
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Body Sprout has begun sales for this season of its summer pelvic-care underwear, “Seitai Shorts NEW DRY.” It features quick-drying mesh fabric designed to address the challenge of maintaining care during summer.
Wuthering Waves and ZOZOTOWN collaborate! Limited-edition items featuring original illustrations go on sale May 29.
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Wuthering Waves and ZOZOTOWN are collaborating on 6 limited-edition items featuring original illustrations, available by pre-order. Online sales begin May 29, with delivery scheduled for mid-August.
Ransomware intrusion costs just ¥66,000, while recovery costs ¥230 million: economic asymmetry in attacks targeting Japanese companies reaches 3,500 times.
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The Japanese subsidiary of US-based Halcyon has fully launched operations and released its latest research report on ransomware attacks targeting Japan. It warns of the acceleration of attacks targeting the manufacturing sector and their economic asymmetry.
“BUBBLE LAB HOME ONE,” which turns household water into ultrafine-bubble water, has received FBIA product certification. Its cleaning, moisturizing and heat-retention effects were verified by an independent organization, 株式会社SOUKEN.
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“BUBBLE LAB HOME ONE” from バブルラボ株式会社 has received product certification from 一般社団法人ファインバブル産業会(FBIA). Its cleaning, moisturizing and heat-retention effects have been verified.
The Imabari Parabiennale, an art festival bringing welfare, culture and the community together under the motto “the whole town as a community center,” is officially getting underway!
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社会福祉法人来島会 held a talk event ahead of the Imabari Parabiennale, scheduled for February 2027. Under the motto “the whole town as a community center,” the festival aims to foster an inclusive society that embraces diversity through art.
ジェムキャッスルゆきざき will open a new store in Kobe’s Sannomiya district on June 1, 2026. It will be the company’s second store in the Kobe area, expanding its luxury watch and jewelry offerings.
“Ollie” VOL.263 “1996 ~ 2026 30th Anniversary” goes on sale May 26 (Tue.).
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Street culture magazine “Ollie” has released a special VOL.263 issue marking its 30th anniversary. It features interviews looking back on the past 30 years and a comprehensive collection of archival articles.
[Inzai City, Chiba Prefecture] Elementary school students plant rice used to make local sake “龍の奇跡,” experiencing the creation of a regional specialty through community collaboration.
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Students at Inzai Municipal Honno Elementary School took part in planting rice used to make the local sake “龍の奇跡” as part of a food education project involving the community.
Self-declaration of conformity with IEC 62657-4 for the SRF wireless platform communication standard.
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FFPA has issued a declaration of conformity with IEC 62657-4, the latest standard for the SRF wireless platform. It has also made technical specification Ver.2.1 publicly available.
Challenging the conventions of gin with cask aging: limited-edition “BARREL-AGED GIN Small Batch Release 003,” with the sweetness of maple casks, goes on sale May 26.
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Nozawa Onsen Distillery is releasing the 3rd edition of its limited-edition gin aged in bourbon and maple casks. It will be offered by lottery.
bitBiome completes seed extension round, bringing total funding to ¥7 billion.
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AI x BIO company bitBiome has completed its seed extension round, bringing its total funding to approximately ¥7 billion. It will accelerate global expansion of bio-based manufacturing using its microbial genome analysis technology.
Companies mentioned:Darwin Ventures、In-Q-Tel、Valuence Ventures、IT-Farm、株式会社UPSIDER Capital
ECX Group has changed its management structure to strengthen governance. 藪中氏 has been appointed COO, among other changes, as the group further develops its holding-company structure.
[Produced by 株式会社闇 × PARCO] Immersive exhibition “残響シ念展 -⾳と感情の実験室-” appeals to “sound” and “hearing”; Ozaki Sekai Kan joins as navigator for a new fear experience that continues to resonate like an “afterimage.”
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株式会社闇 and PARCO will hold the immersive horror exhibition “残響シ念展” at Ikebukuro PARCO, with Ozaki Sekai Kan as navigator. It offers an experience that appeals to hearing, rather than relying on conventional visual horror.
株式会社パレットグループ begins handling the Build Divide -Bright- booster pack “Disney Twisted-Wonderland The Animation.”
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株式会社パレットグループ has begun wholesale sales of a Build Divide booster pack for the popular title “Disney Twisted-Wonderland,” aiming to expand its trading card business.
Address labor shortages through on-site transformation with robots. “RobotBank” to exhibit at “ROBOT TECHNOLOGY JAPAN 2026,” one of the largest robot trade shows in the Chubu region!
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ロボットバンク will exhibit at “RTJ2026,” one of the largest robot exhibitions in the Chubu region. It will propose solutions to labor shortages through demonstrations of its latest industrial robots.
[Ojiya City, Niigata Prefecture] A pilot program, “Try Returning Your Driver’s License and Using Public Transportation,” will begin June 1!
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Ojiya City, Niigata Prefecture, will launch a pilot program subsidizing trial use of public transportation to encourage older residents to return their driver’s licenses.
GMO Flatt Security has launched 2 software supply chain attack countermeasure support services, helping strengthen security across the entire development pipeline.
[“Paper furniture” making waves on TV] Evolving to include beds, storage and pet furniture. 10 new items join CAGUUU’s “Kraft Paper” series
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CAGUUU株式会社 has added 10 new items, including beds and pet furniture, to its “Kraft Paper” series of kraft paper furniture. The products feature the light weight of paper materials and the high strength of a honeycomb structure.
The 2nd “Visional City Design Competition” surpasses 300 entries
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The “Visional City Design Competition,” organized by TRIAD Inc., has surpassed 300 entries. The design competition aims to address urban challenges and has drawn attention from a broad range of people.
Sisley launches its first home collection, “Maison Sisley”
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Sisley has launched its first home collection, “Maison Sisley.” The line features 3 hand and body care products and presents a lifestyle that brings the brand’s roots in nature and fragrance into everyday life.
Economic journalist Masato Hara launches a newsletter on the professional writing platform “theLetter”
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Economic journalist Masato Hara has launched a newsletter on the writing platform “theLetter.” On the service, which brings together professionals and experts, he will offer in-depth analysis and commentary on economic and financial policy.
Dole, whose motto is “Smile with fruit,” launches an alcoholic drink made with “Mottainai Yuzu”: “Re:GIN (リジン) Mottainai Yuzu Gin Soda”
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Dole and Ethical Spirits have launched a gin soda made with “Mottainai Yuzu” from Kochi Prefecture. The new product is part of a co-creation project aimed at reducing food waste.
Time travel to the past and future!? Intercosmos to hold an open house at its Osaka headquarters 《June 4 (Thu.) and 5 (Fri.)》
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Intercosmos will hold an interactive open house at its Osaka headquarters. The exhibit will be themed around “time travel,” featuring the latest LED displays and dinosaur robots.
Takami to open at コスメーム’s Aeon Mall Asahikawa Ekimae store on June 19.
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Skincare brand Takami will open a new location at コスメーム’s Aeon Mall Asahikawa Ekimae store from June 19. The move is part of a strategy to accelerate its nationwide expansion.
Assist suits to support Japan’s wheelchair rugby training program
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株式会社イノフィス has donated “Muscle Suit Soft-Power” assist suits to the Japan Wheelchair Rugby Federation and become an official supporter. The initiative aims to reduce the physical burden on support staff.
[Handball] Japan Women’s U-20 (Junior) National Team: Participants announced for 2nd training camp, 1st overseas tour and World Championship
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The Japan Handball Association has announced 18 players for the women’s U-20 national team at the World Championship. As Asian champions, the team is aiming for a top finish in the world.
[Broad WiMAX] Site launched to make users’ “real opinions” visible, with reviews published without hiding them
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株式会社Link Life has launched a dedicated website showing real reviews from Broad WiMAX users. By publishing user satisfaction ratings and feedback, the site aims to increase transparency.
Morijuku, a one-on-one tutoring school, launches campaign offering a chance to win goods signed by professional soccer player Ao Tanaka!
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Morijuku has launched the 2nd campaign featuring ambassador Ao Tanaka. It includes a prize draw for signed merchandise for participants who attend a trial lesson and enroll, as well as transit advertising.
NX Wanbishi Archives’ “Cell and Specimen Storage Service” featured on PHARM TECH JAPAN ONLINE!
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NX Wanbishi Archives has published an advertorial for its “Cell and Specimen Storage Service” on PHARM TECH JAPAN ONLINE. The article highlights the service’s effectiveness as a disaster risk countermeasure.
“Pelvic Revolution” presented at an academic conference! Report on joint research with Fujita Health University into the potential for supportive underwear that improves posture to ease women’s urinary problems
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Dstyle Holdings and Fujita Health University presented at an academic conference on the potential for combining supportive underwear and exercise to improve women’s urinary problems.
Internship for students offers hands-on experience at Maizuru City’s 4 public hospitals over 2 days
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Maizuru City will hold a summer internship for nursing students at 4 public hospitals in the city. A subsidy program for transportation and other expenses is also available to support students as they explore career options.
Rintaro Fuse-curated exhibition “Amazing Fingers: Picture Planes in the Finger-Made Era” opens June 3 (Wed.)! 5 groups, including Kenta Kobayashi, Kantaro Tanaka, Rei Nakanishi and Shu Yonezawa, will participate. [WALL_alternative]
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An exhibition curated by Rintaro Fuse will be held at “WALL_alternative,” operated by Avex Creator Agency. The experimental project explores technology and bodily sensation.
“Kyoto’s foremost women’s mikoshi: We want to complete the unfinished mikoshi and bring even more splendor and energy to Matsunoo Taisha’s important festival” — Crowdfunding launched
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The Women’s Mikoshi Yamabuki Association has launched a crowdfunding campaign to repair and complete its unfinished mikoshi, marking 30 years since its founding. The project aims to pass on local culture and revitalize the Hassaku Festival.
At the grand age of 96! A special feature celebrating the birthday of Clint Eastwood, who continues to shine at the forefront of the film world, airs on May 31 (Sun.)! [Eastwood Birthday Festival]
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The Cinema, a channel specializing in foreign films, will mark Clint Eastwood’s 96th birthday by airing all 5 films in the Dirty Harry series back-to-back on May 31.
Bringing Noh closer to everyone: Shibuya Noh introduces a new all-performance pass with a gourmet plan in its 八th year!
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A four-performance run of Shibuya Noh has been announced at Shibuya Noh Theater. A pass with a gourmet plan will be available, enhancing the experience.
Corporate photography service PIXTA Custom at Content Tokyo 2026’s Video/CG Production Expo
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Pixta will exhibit at the Video/CG Production Expo in June 2026, showcasing its corporate photography service PIXTA Custom. It will highlight the convenience of commissioning shoots for materials that can be used long-term with zero copyright risk.
QuizKnock’s junior VTuber 解問ハテナ will appear at an event marking the release of volume 1 of the manga 君のクイズ! Join author 野田彩子 and guest ダ・ヴィンチ・恐山 for a talk about all things quiz-related.
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A talk event celebrating the release of volume 1 of the manga 君のクイズ will be held on June 26. 野田彩子, ダ・ヴィンチ・恐山 and 解問ハテナ will discuss the appeal of quizzes.
Co-hosted webinar “The Optimal Strategy for Building an ‘Always-On Operations System’ with AI × Outsourcing: Streamlining Inquiry Operations and Eliminating Dependence on Individuals” to be held on June 9, 2026!
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マーケティングアソシエーション and Tokyo Techies will hold a joint webinar on June 9 focused on streamlining inquiries and reducing dependence on individual employees.
[Tokushima City] Applications open for disaster-prevention supporters
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Tokushima City is recruiting 15 disaster-prevention supporters to serve as local disaster-preparedness leaders. The city is seeking people with disaster-prevention certification to help at evacuation centers and share information during disasters.
Enjoy Kansai’s traditional summer sweet drink with dashi! “Dashi Hiyashi Ame” available for a limited time at Nihonbashi Dashi Bar Honten from June 1
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Ninben Co., Ltd. will offer its original drink, Dashi Hiyashi Ame, made with bonito broth, for a limited time in June at its flagship store, Nihonbashi Dashi Bar Honten.
千代田測器 has adopted SHANON’s CMS, SHANON vibit CMS Neo. The system will enable in-house website management and establish an efficient foundation for winning business through marketing automation integration.
Resolution rates differ by 27 times depending on whether support is available! Survey of 10,000 workers on the realities of resolving customer harassment
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Asmark surveyed 10,000 workers about customer harassment. The results showed a 27-fold difference in resolution rates depending on whether people received support from those around them, underscoring the importance of corporate support systems.
Limited-edition Thank You Mart items from the TV anime Kōsuke Masuda’s Gag Manga Biyori GO debut! All items are ¥390 (¥429 including tax), launching in mid-June!
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Thank You Mart will release limited-edition merchandise from the TV anime Gag Manga Biyori GO. In-store sales begin in mid-June, with online reservations opening on May 27.
World first: Demonstration of broadband, single-fiber bidirectional transmission using hollow-core optical fiber
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OKI, Lightera and Keio University have achieved the world’s first demonstration of 1-core bidirectional transmission using hollow-core optical fiber. The next-generation optical transmission technology is expected to reduce communications power consumption to 1/10.
Startups at STATION Ai improve sales capabilities through a paid support program
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PERSOL CAREER’s HiPro Direct ran a sales-support program for companies based at STATION Ai, generating results in organizational sales systems and business partnerships at 6 companies.
A mini-bottle set exclusive to PLAZA joins the hugely popular ReFa Lock Series!
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StylingLife Holdings will release a PLAZA-exclusive ReFa Lock Series mini-bottle set on June 2. The gift-ready product includes 3 hair-care items in a pouch.
A new semi-solid-state battery power bank that makes it easy to see when it’s time for a replacement: safe, long-lasting and less prone to catching fire
Updated with the latest features in response to user feedback! The new IST PLUS, an evolution of the IST trackball mouse.
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Elecom will launch the IST PLUS, an upgraded model of its IST trackball mouse, in late June. In response to user requests, it adds new features including multi-device pairing, silent switches and customizable support units.
The popular isekai reverse-harem fantasy “鏡の中のプリンセス Love Palace” celebrates its 11th anniversary of release! A host of special events are being held to mark the 11th anniversary!
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Voltage's popular title “鏡の中のプリンセス Love Palace” has reached its 11th anniversary of release, and a host of commemorative events will be held.
Furunavi has begun accepting donations for a crowdfunding project by Neyagawa City, Osaka Prefecture, aimed at supporting product development and expanding sales channels.
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Furunavi has launched a crowdfunding campaign to support manufacturing in Neyagawa City. It will help local businesses develop production and logistics facilities and revitalize the regional economy.
Aina the End revealed as the cover star! In Numero Tokyo, she channels the spirit of Tiffany HardWear and displays a powerful inner radiance.
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Aina the End appears on the cover of Numero Tokyo's combined July-August issue, wearing Tiffany HardWear. The issue features an interview about her solo career and the resolve behind it.
【軽井沢マリオットホテル】Discover the diverse fermentation culture of NAGANO WINE, cheese, pickles and more over 3 days at the “2nd Karuizawa Fermentation Festival”
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軽井沢マリオットホテル will hold the “2nd Karuizawa Fermentation Festival” starting June 19. The event will offer hands-on experiences of fermentation culture in collaboration with local businesses and promote health through food.
A campaign commemorating the series transfer, with coins to be distributed! Take each step in love, 1 step at a time, with your first boyfriend. “はずかしくってあまいこと” begins its transferred serialization on Manga Park on 5/26!
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The transferred serialization of Yu Kadono's “はずかしくってあまいこと” begins on Manga Park on May 26. A commemorative campaign offering coins will also run.
Masahiro Higashide: “I want to die out in the open and be eaten by microorganisms.” The “ultimate view of life and death” astonishes top athletes. Daiya Seto: “I want to show them I can look cool one more time.” He discusses his struggles after the scandal and his determination to make a comeback.
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Episode 4 of ABEMA's “東出昌大の野営デトックス” is now streaming. It features Masahiro Higashide, Daiya Seto and Tenshin Nasukawa candidly discussing life's purpose and past struggles in the great outdoors.
An immersive exhibition that appeals to “sound” and “hearing,” produced by PARCO and 株式会社闇: “残響シ念展 -⾳と感情の実験室-.” With World End Girlfriend as navigator, it offers a new kind of terrifying experience that continues to resonate like an “aftersound.”
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PARCO and 株式会社闇 will hold a new kind of horror exhibition themed around sound in June. World End Girlfriend will serve as navigator, offering an experience that appeals to the sense of hearing.
A seminar titled “Legal Affairs for Battery Storage Projects,” led by attorney and New York State attorney Hiroto Hayashi of 森・濱田松本法律事務所 Foreign Law Joint Enterprise, will be held on Tuesday, June 30, 2026!!
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新社会システム総合研究所 will hold a specialist seminar on legal affairs for battery storage projects on June 30, 2026. Attorney Hiroto Hayashi will explain practical aspects of contracts and fundraising.
“Hatsune Miku × Karaoke no Tetsujin COLLABORATION” announced!
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株式会社アルマビアンカ and Karaoke no Tetsujin will hold a “Hatsune Miku” collaboration event starting June 3. The event will feature exclusive merchandise, collaboration rooms and a campaign.