AI News 180m Report｜2026-05-31 12:00–15:00 JSThttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.htmlOne place for news and notices from 1 countries/regions: Japan, 29 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en 【あみやき亭 × ASAP SYNERGY Collaboration】あみやき亭 to sell limited quantities of Eve and ASAP SYNERGY collaboration cans starting June 1 — Available at group stores in the Chubu region —https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567164https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567164Sun, 31 May 2026 14:36:59 +0900JapanPR TIMESあみやき亭 to sell Eve and ASAP SYNERGY collaboration cans for a limited time at stores in the Chubu region. 【Deadline: 7/24】Could your child become a reporter this summer vacation? Applications open for the “Youth Reporter Summer School”〈2026〉https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567149https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567149Sun, 31 May 2026 14:27:19 +0900JapanPR TIMESNonprofit media outlet ganas is recruiting participants for a journalism experience program for elementary and junior high school students. 1,802 participants raise donations equivalent to about 71,100 school meals at “WFP Walk the World 2026 Osaka”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567150https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567150Sun, 31 May 2026 14:19:53 +0900JapanPR TIMES万博記念公園でWFPチャリティーウォーク開催。1,802人が参加し、約7万1,100人分の給食資金を寄付。 【Okayama University】“Microbial Explorers,” a group focused on interdisciplinary collaboration and building research hubs, holds its 14th meetinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567151https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567151Sun, 31 May 2026 14:15:50 +0900JapanPR TIMESOn March 16, 2026, Okayama University held the 14th meeting of “Microbial Explorers,” a research group pursuing interdisciplinary collaboration. Professor Kaoru Takekawa of 九州大学 was invited to speak on “The Functions and Applications of Microbial Glycans.” About 15 people attended and engaged in lively discussion. 【New Concept】Retro café “喫茶 白煙珈琲店” to grand-open in Shibuya on Sunday, May 31, 2026! Just a short walk from the Hachiko Exit♪https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567134https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567134Sun, 31 May 2026 14:04:05 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社FS.shake opens the retro café “喫茶 白煙珈琲店” in Shibuya. Nikka Home opens its 39th Kanto location, the Fuchu Showroom｜New hub for locally focused renovation consultations in Fuchu, Tokyohttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567138https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567138Sun, 31 May 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESNikka Home will open the Fuchu Showroom on June 13, 2026. As its 39th location in the Kanto region, it will strengthen locally focused renovation services. 【From Japan to the world, and on to legend】SAINT SATINE’s final piece, selected from 14,000 people. Sakura (SAKURA), a 16-year-old from Japan, takes on the world!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567137https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567137Sun, 31 May 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSaku, the Japanese member of HYBE × Geffen Records’ new group “SAINT SATINE,” held her first fan event in Tokyo ahead of the group’s global debut, deepening her bond with fans. Your fortune for the second half of 2026｜Noriko Ogushi’s Zi Wei Dou Shu predictions on your luck and turning points. Chance to win a luxury prize! The “Second-Half-of-2026 Fortune Giveaway Campaign” is underway on the official websitehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567136https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567136Sun, 31 May 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA giveaway campaign featuring fortune readings for the second half of 2026 is being held on “Noriko Ogushi’s Fortune-Telling,” a fortune-telling website operated by 株式会社レンサ. Special guests and prizes, too! TBSラジオ’s “Connect” kicks off its early-summer Connect Festival on 6/1 (Mon.)!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567135https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567135Sun, 31 May 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTBSラジオ’s “Connect” will hold a special 4-day program starting June 1, featuring special guests and giveaways including QUO cards. 【岡山大学】Okayama University to hold the MISASA-IX international symposium — Promoting the forefront of Mars science and industry-academia-government exchange —https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567119https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567119Sun, 31 May 2026 13:48:40 +0900JapanPR TIMES岡山大学 held the international symposium “MISASA-IX” on Mars science, promoting industry-academia-government collaboration and the use of research facilities. 【Okayama University】Analysis of infection trends and healthcare provision in Okayama Prefecture (as of May 11, 2026)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567104https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567104Sun, 31 May 2026 13:31:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESOkayama University analyzed COVID-19 and influenza infection trends in Okayama Prefecture as of May 11, 2026. 【岡山大学】DX High School: Generative AI seminar for teachers held at 岡山学芸館高等学校 ～Rolling out DX support programs tailored to each school’s needs～https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567089https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567089Sun, 31 May 2026 13:22:54 +0900JapanPR TIMES岡山大学 held a seminar for teachers at 岡山学芸館高等学校 on using generative AI, supporting the DX High School initiative. For small and midsize businesses overwhelmed by customer inquiries: conversational AI customer support “DESKA” officially launcheshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567077https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567077Sun, 31 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Miisel launches conversational AI customer support service “DESKA.” Tackling the challenge of communities where “life is impossible without a car”—Kuruma Terrace opens its 3rd physical store in Yotsukaido, Chiba Prefecturehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567076https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567076Sun, 31 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESKuruma Terrace Co., Ltd. has opened a new store in Yotsukaido, Chiba Prefecture. Through credit-rebuilding loans, it aims to provide cars as an essential means of transportation to people concerned about loan approval and help close mobility gaps in rural areas. Medical information magazine Monthly “Shuchu,” June 2026 issue: Cover interview with Go Miyairi, director of JR東京総合病院 / Shuchu OPINION: Masahiko Hosokawa, special adviser to the Cabinet Secretariat, and othershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567075https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567075Sun, 31 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESContents and overview of the June 2026 issue of medical information magazine “Shuchu.” It covers healthcare management, politics and social issues in depth. Renovation company with 119 locations nationwide supports the next generation｜Nikka Home’s original career education program “住の教室” to hold an outreach class in Kawagoe, Saitama Prefecture, in Junehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567074https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567074Sun, 31 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESNikka Home will hold its original career education program “住の教室” at an elementary school in Kawagoe, Saitama Prefecture, in June 2026. Current staff will serve as instructors, aiming to develop the next generation of construction industry workers. クラファン達成率約220%の静岡茶ブランド「Fuji-Ocha」、茨城・道の駅さとみで初の店頭販売を開始https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567044https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567044Sun, 31 May 2026 12:42:59 +0900JapanPR TIMESShizuoka tea brand “Fuji-Ocha,” operated by 株式会社TeaBreak, will begin its first in-store sales in May 2026 at 道の駅さとみ in Hitachiota, Ibaraki Prefecture. To support the tea industry as it grapples with a shortage of successors, products previously sold mainly online will be offered at this local roadside station. The brand has also raised about 220% of its crowdfunding goal on Kickstarter. The in-store launch is positioned as a new step toward regional revitalization and business succession. Held in Ibaraki, Japan’s top melon-producing prefecture! Enjoy seasonal domestic melons at the “Melon Festival” at らぽっぽ なめがたファーマーズヴィレッジhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567045https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567045Sun, 31 May 2026 12:31:33 +0900JapanPR TIMESShirohato Food Industry will hold a “Melon Festival” at its hands-on agricultural theme park in Namegata, Ibaraki Prefecture. The event will showcase seasonal flavors, including a tasting of five melon varieties and limited-edition sweets. Help secure early approval for the feline AIM drug!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567046https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567046Sun, 31 May 2026 12:31:21 +0900JapanPR TIMESねこのフォーラム実行委員会が、猫の死因1位である腎臓病の治療薬「猫AIM薬」の早期承認を求め、100万人署名活動を開始した。 アリアンテック・ジャパン to exhibit at the July GPEC (Greenhouse Horticulture and Plant Factory Exhibition) 2026! & update on new products and the 4th Kyushu Agriculture WEEKhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567029https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567029Sun, 31 May 2026 12:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe agri-tech company announced its participation in GPEC 2026 and plans for future agricultural projects. Turn screen time into time spent creating together as a familyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567030https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567030Sun, 31 May 2026 12:29:24 +0900JapanPR TIMESMetal model brand “BLDB” is offering experiences that promote digital detox and strengthen family bonds through model-making, alongside a Father’s Day campaign. 【岡山大学】Workshop “Introduction to Generative AI” to be held at Okayama University Library’s Shikata Branchhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567031https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567031Sun, 31 May 2026 12:18:04 +0900JapanPR TIMES Go on location, report, write articles and share them! A summer of becoming a “citizen journalist” is about to beginhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567014https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567014Sun, 31 May 2026 12:07:15 +0900JapanPR TIMESRecruitment announcement for “Global Media Camp,” a citizen journalist training program to be held by nonprofit media outlet ganas in summer 2026. 【Nara Block Council】Talk live featuring actors from the NHK historical drama “Toyotomi Brothers!” also on the program! The 54th Nara Block Convention in Yamatokoriyama, bringing together Nara’s history, food and experiences, will be held on June 27https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567015https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567015Sun, 31 May 2026 12:06:49 +0900JapanPR TIMESJCI Nara Block Council will hold a large-scale convention in Yamatokoriyama on June 27, 2026. The event will showcase the region’s appeal through a talk live featuring actors from a historical drama and local performances. 【First anniversary of the rich matcha sweets brand】Limited-time set featuring matcha daifuku and madeleines, with 5,500 sold in 7 days, now on sale!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567016https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567016Sun, 31 May 2026 12:00:07 +0900JapanPR TIMESMatcha brand “MAMIDORI” celebrates its 1st anniversary with a limited-edition sweets set on sale through the end of June 2026. Following the success of its event in Nagoya, it is highlighting high-quality matcha from Kyoto. 【STPR】Knight X unveils special website, performance details and ticket sales information for its Tokyo-Nagoya-Osaka album release commemorative tourhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567018https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567018Sun, 31 May 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESSTPR has announced details of Knight X’s first-album commemorative tour, “Tier１.” The group will perform live in 3 cities across Tokyo, Nagoya and Osaka from the end of 2026 to early 2027. Your fortune for the second half of 2026 | 彌彌告 uses horoscopes to predict your career, love life and overall fortune. Get a chance to win a gift for a limited time! The “Second-Half Fortune Campaign” is underway on the official fortune-telling website.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567017https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567017Sun, 31 May 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社レンサ is running its “Second-Half Fortune Campaign” on its official fortune-telling website, “Horoscope | 彌彌告’s Fortune-Telling,” from May 29 to June 25, 2026. 5 users who purchase a second-half fortune menu newly added during the campaign period will be selected by lottery to receive a fortune-telling mook. The official website of popular fortune-teller 彌彌告, who supervises the site, is expressing its appreciation to users and offering them an opportunity to learn their fortunes for the second half of the year. 【Report】Held simultaneously in more than 20 regions nationwide for the first time in Japan: A new movement to change women’s health “from the community” is expanding nationwide. Local Woman’s Health Lab’s first symposium drew approximately 600 participants.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n566999https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n566999Sun, 31 May 2026 11:54:19 +0900JapanPR TIMESLWHL held its first women’s health symposium simultaneously at more than 20 locations nationwide. Approximately 600 people took part and shared region-specific health challenges as well as issues common across the country. 【岡山大学】Okayama University holds FD course on “Methods for Teaching Specialized Subjects in English (EMI) for University Faculty”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567000https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-12/index-en.html#n567000Sun, 31 May 2026 11:45:09 +0900JapanPR TIMES岡山大学 invited a lecturer from アデレード大学 to conduct EMI (English-medium instruction in specialized subjects) training for faculty members.