Turning your donations into something tangible: Proceeds from baggage tags directly support nature conservation efforts in Kamakura
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Hotel Metropolitan Kamakura will donate proceeds from baggage tag sales to a nature conservation organization in Kamakura. The initiative is part of its 5th anniversary program.
Celebrating the release of new single 「Good Boys Anthem」! Listening party featuring STARGLOW members in real time to be held at AWA Lounge
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A release celebration listening party featuring STARGLOW members will be held at AWA Lounge. The event will include a broadcast of the song and real-time interaction on May 29.
Change your meetings, and get more work done! Free seminar on June 10 (Wednesday): 「Meeting Facilitation Techniques for Creators: How to Build a ‘Team’ with Clients Through Dialogue」
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C&R Co. will hold a free online seminar for creators, sharing facilitation techniques to help make dialogue with clients smoother.
A hit at mi-mollet STORE: The 「Editor Yoko Matsui × ARTIDA OUD」 collaboration is bringing back an 「ear cuff」 for adults to wear like a talisman
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mi-mollet STORE will bring back the 「single-diamond ear cuff」 collaboration between editor Yoko Matsui and ARTIDA OUD. Available for a limited time and in limited quantities.
日刊県民福井 has opened submissions for the 24th Fukui Literary Award. The award is open to short stories and other works, and supports creators with ties to the prefecture.
“Real estate investing, but first, a game?” Bancho Members Club, a members-only platform to address investment concerns, launches from the completely free real estate investment simulation game 「メタバンチョー」
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番町投資不動産 will launch BMC, a members-only investment platform originating from a game, on May 27. Users can simulate investment decisions through the game.
AI assistant 「KanGO」 for home-visit nursing launches
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TomoaZ has released 「KanGO」, an AI assistant for home-visit nursing. It aims to reduce nurses’ workloads and improve business operations by automating nursing records and proactively suggesting care.
SHOWROOM will stream its original short drama 「オフィスが恋で埋もれてます」 on smash. starting June 20. The interactive drama’s ending will be decided by viewer votes.
Companies mentioned：SHOWROOM株式会社、株式会社One Acre Short Drama
【ÉDIFICE opens a new store in Ebisu!】The brand will hold a POPUP and unveil redesigned shopping bags, presenting a renewed sense of refinement and a fresh brand world.
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EDIFICE Ebisu store will open at Atre Ebisu on May 29, 2026. The brand will present a new vision through a POPUP and redesigned shopping bags.
WESTER gets even better! Coupons for your nearest station are now available
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The WESTER app from JR West has been updated and can now automatically display coupons for the nearest station based on your current location, improving convenience.
After-sales sales of merchandise from the 「Satsuki Sho,」 「Oaks」 and 「Japan Derby」 POPUP events begin at the UMAbred official SHOP (BEENOS)!
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UMAbred has launched online after-sales sales of merchandise previously available only at its POPUP events. Items will be sold from May 21 to June 15 through the official EC SHOP operated by BEENOS.
Receives the 「Invention Award」 at the Reiwa 8 National Invention Awards
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Mitsubishi Electric has received the 「Invention Award」 at the Reiwa 8 National Invention Awards. It developed an affordable, highly accurate diagnostic technology for motor equipment, helping improve the efficiency of maintenance operations.
【EU Business Hub Business Mission】EU companies to showcase cutting-edge innovations at the EU Pavilion of 「World Health Expo Osaka 2026」
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EU Business Hub will present an EU Pavilion at 「World Health Expo Osaka 2026」 for the first time. 50 European startups will participate, and a matching event with Japanese companies will be held.
【For companies expanding into Europe】Monolith Law Office forms business partnership with Poland’s GDPR authority GP Partners
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Monolith Law Office has formed a business partnership with GDPR specialist law firm GP Partners. The partnership will support Japanese companies seeking to expand overseas safely.
【Toyako Onsen, Hokkaido / The Lake View TOYA 乃の風リゾート】Introducing a new promotional video for bicycle rentals!
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ザ レイクビュー TOYA 乃の風リゾート has released a spring promotional video to mark the 1st anniversary of its bicycle rental service. The video showcases lakeside routes accessible by electric mountain bike.
YOSHIKI and Diana Ross reunite after a memorable performance in Tokyo, following a personal request! Surprise appearance at the Osaka show also confirmed on the day—could they meet again at Disney Hall in Los Angeles in July?!
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YOSHIKI made surprise appearances at both Tokyo and Osaka shows on Diana Ross’s Japan tour. The artists performed classic hits together, and hinted at a possible reunion in the future.
Kyushu University to adopt the 「GAKUEN RX 2.0」 series
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Japan System Techniques (JAST) has decided to implement the 「GAKUEN RX 2.0」 series as Kyushu University’s next core system. Standard operations without customization will support the university’s digital transformation.
In an era of rising prices, offering the joy of choice and affordable shopping. エミナドーナツ ヨコイチ清田店 reopens as a cafe bakery, centered on its new 「mix-and-match bread market」 concept
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エミナドーナツ ヨコイチ清田店 will relaunch as a cafe bakery on May 30, 2026, introducing a new way to shop and cafe menus tailored to different times of day.
The online tutoring app Teach supports home learning, especially for dual-income and middle school entrance exam families; raises a total of ¥50 million
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Teach Inc., operator of the online tutoring-matching app Teach, has raised a total of ¥50 million in a pre-Series A funding round.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Team Make Capital、ライトアップベンチャーズ株式会社、株式会社ペイフォワード、SEAソーシャルスタートアップファンド
TV anime to begin airing on July 6, 2026! Key visual unveiled featuring Rock and his companions for “I Told You to Leave This to Me and Go Ahead, and 10 Years Later I Became a Legend.”
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The TV anime adaptation of the popular fantasy series “I Told You to Leave This to Me and Go Ahead, and 10 Years Later I Became a Legend” will begin airing on July 6, 2026. The key visual and additional cast members have been revealed.
Game app “Hypnosis Mic -Alternative Rap Battle-” event: “A Single Arrow Aimed at the Mark ～Mudan Archery Games～”
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A new archery-themed event begins May 26 in the “Hypnosis Mic -A.R.B-” game app. Multiple campaigns will also run at the same time, aiming to boost user engagement.
Miscommunication common in creative workplaces can be resolved with empathetic dialogue skills! Free streaming of the archived video of the June 9 event, “More Than Being Right, I Want Empathy: 1-on-1 Techniques to Open Creators’ Hearts”
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C&R Inc. will stream an archive of its “Empathy-Based 1-on-1” seminar for creators for free. The seminar targets mid-level employees facing communication challenges and aims to build trust and improve psychological safety.
The “Hypnosis Mic -Alternative Rap Battle-” game app event “A Single Arrow Aimed at the Mark ～Mudan Archery Games～” starts today!
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A new archery-themed event is underway in the mobile game “Hypnosis Mic -A.R.B-.” Limited cards and rewards are available, alongside a campaign marking the release of the movie on Blu-ray.
Hideko Yamashita, the advocate of danshari, will release her latest book on May 23, drawing on her own experience to discuss clearing out a family home and parent-child relationships.
Education Groups Question Whether School Life Questionnaire Has Been Revived in Disguise; Ministry Says It Is Not a New Item
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Education unions questioned whether the school questionnaire had been revived in disguise; the Ministry of Education said it is an existing assessment item.
Pocket Securities temporarily suspends orders for listed stocks after exceeding its trading limit; the Financial Supervisory Commission to investigate.
Tainan Heat Soars to 39.5 Degrees; Potential Typhoon Wutip Could Form as Early as the 27th
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Heat wave continues across Taiwan, with rain expected from the 29th as a front moves in. Typhoon “Jangmi” is approaching but is not expected to have a direct impact.
Nighttime Queen’s Head Visits Limited to 15 Days; Online Ticket Sales Open June 1
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Tourism Administration is holding a nighttime visit to Yehliu’s Queen’s Head, combining digital submissions and international marketing to promote local tourism.
Kaohsiung Serial Murder Case Goes to Trial; Suspect Still Denies Guilt After Seeing Victims’ Body Photos
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Kaohsiung District Court is hearing the Zhang Jie-zong serial murder and dismemberment case. Prosecutors presented multiple pieces of evidence, but the defendant still denied guilt.
Bolt-Commissioned Survey: Diverse Taxi Drivers Want Looser Regulations and Cooperation Across Multiple Platforms and Fleets
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A Bolt-commissioned survey found that Taiwan’s diverse taxi drivers support allowing them to take bookings across multiple platforms to increase income flexibility.
Tech firms hire students with disabilities to meet hiring quotas; Labor Ministry says it is legal but could be improved
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Control Yuan investigated controversy over tech companies counting students with disabilities toward their mandatory hiring quotas. The Labor Ministry ruled the practice legal but said it could be improved.
China's viral app for people living alone, “死了麼,” returns under a new name after securing funding
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The app for people living alone “死了麼” has returned under a new name and secured funding, partnering with Hangzhou authorities to promote safety services.