Ignisus signs technology verification agreement with Hitachi Construction Machinery’s “Heavy Machinery Fandom” — Begins exploring next-generation heavy machinery experiences in new Roblox space “Ignisus World”
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Ignisus and Hitachi Construction Machinery partner to create a heavy machinery metaverse experience on Roblox.
Companies mentioned:Ignisus、Hitachi Construction Machinery、NEC
AI-powered diagnosis added to Water Server Navi. Simply answer questions to receive recommendations for the best model based on price, intended use, installation location and other factors.
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Insight Web adds AI-powered diagnosis to its water server comparison site.
Survey of 1,019 executives and IT managers: Training at onboarding alone cannot prevent the risk of departing employees taking confidential information — While approximately 80% are concerned, only 20% complete account deletion and access changes on the employee’s final day!?
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株式会社ISOプロ announces findings of a survey on the risk of information leaks by departing employees. Approximately 80% are concerned, but the findings highlight that only 20% take immediate action to manage accounts.
3 days to explore the cutting edge of sensing and semiconductor back-end processes: Smart Sensing 2026 / SEMISOL2026 to be held June 10 (Wed.)–12 (Fri.) at Tokyo Big Sight, West Hall 3
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An exhibition specializing in sensing technology and semiconductor back-end process technology, hosted by JTBコミュニケーションデザイン, will be held in Tokyo in June 2026.
Are you moving forward with a decision without being able to ask anyone? “AI you can check with right away” now available — AI Hippo Medical Loop releases “Chat Hippo (AI Companion)” —
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MedTech Group launches “Chat Hippo,” an AI for young doctors, to strengthen decision-making support in clinical settings.
“HPV,” a virus that affects both boys and girls: Actor Shunsuke Kazama and physician Satoshi Iwata discuss “For the future of our children” in a newly published interview
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MSD publishes an HPV awareness discussion featuring Shunsuke Kazama and physician Satoshi Iwata.
ビートレンド supports the development of the official MEGLiA app for トヨタ生活協同組合
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ビートレンド develops the official MEGLiA app for トヨタ生活協同組合. Integrating payment and electronic receipt features, the app promotes digitalization using the “betrend” CRM platform.
Made possible by PUDO Stations! A new era of picking up medication from a nearby locker without visiting a pharmacy
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Packcity Japan and Kiviaq partner to launch a pilot program for prescription drug pickup at PUDO parcel lockers. Rollout will begin at 140 locations in Tokyo.
Gigalogy supports adult learning with generative AI, providing an AI advisor feature for the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology’s “ManaPass”
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Gigalogy launches 'ManaPass AI Advisor' for MEXT's portal site to support adult education via generative AI.
Corporate logos of all 12 group companies revamped simultaneously: A living infrastructure company changing the world through people and technology looks to the next 15 years
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MAYAホールディングス revamps the logos of all 12 group companies, signaling visual alignment across its business structure and a transition to its next stage of growth.
【Resolve concerns before buying】Recruiting participants for pre- and post-purchase comparison trials of the experiential urban EV mobility vehicle “e-NEO”
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スカイ・イノベーター株式会社 begins recruiting participants for comparison trials aimed at addressing concerns before and after purchasing its urban 3-wheel EV, “e-NEO.”
【Rapid deployment with generative AI that requires no training】“Generative AI Monitoring Solution” delivers advanced anomaly monitoring
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Panasonic Digital will launch a generative AI monitoring solution that requires no training in May 2026. On-premises support will enhance safety monitoring in manufacturing, infrastructure, and other sectors.
neumo, provider of the “Kikumore” auditory training program, appears on J-WAVE’s “GLOBAL BUSINESS CHARGE” to discuss a new approach: “Listening skills can be trained in the brain”
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The head of neumo appeared on J-WAVE and introduced “Kikumore,” an auditory training program based on neuroscience.
Hokushin Suisan, a seafood entertainment company, launches a new project to promote the importance of food education: “Marines Food Education Kids Ball Park supported by Hokushin Suisan”
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Hokushin Suisan sponsors a food education event by 千葉ロッテマリーンズ, promoting the importance of sports and eating fish.
One year after introducing business casual attire, the company donates about 180 unused uniforms to be converted into vaccines, bringing workplace reform and the SDGs together
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Aiken Japan donates 180 unused uniforms, contributing to vaccine assistance and job creation.
“IGIN PARK,” a POPUP store for “IGIN,” whose ambassador is BTS Jin, is coming to locations nationwide. A traveling tour will begin in June 2026! The non-alcoholic series that drew attention during its advance sale will also launch domestically.
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MS Enterprise will take “IGIN,” the liquor brand represented by BTS Jin, on a POPUP store tour nationwide. It will also launch the non-alcoholic series in Japan and begin online sales of select products.
Triglycerides were not caused by “overeating” — research project launched on the body’s internal environment during sleep
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トラタニ株式会社 has released findings from a study on the link between breathing during sleep and triglycerides. It points out that a lack of oxygen during sleep can hinder fat burning and contribute to triglyceride accumulation.
“Duet Night Abyss” update “Silver Star Torrent” set for Tuesday, June 2! New areas, characters, and exciting rewards revealed
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Hong Kong Spiral Rising Technology announces the 'Silver Star Torrent' update for Duet Night Abyss on June 2, 2026, featuring new areas, characters, and rewards.
Companies mentioned:Hong Kong Spiral Rising Technology Co., Limited、Pan Studio
As more people suffer from headaches, Taisho Health Navi spotlights often-overlooked “cluster headaches” in a health article to be published May 27
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Taisho Pharmaceutical has published a feature on cluster headaches on “Taisho Health Navi.” Under the supervision of a medical specialist, it explains the causes, symptoms, and prevention methods in detail.
“I want this teacher to care for my pet” — Make that wish come true with a website.
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株式会社ガーディアン has launched “SCSC Pet,” a website platform specialized for the pet industry. As veterinary clinics and other providers multiply and competition intensifies, businesses in the pet sector face challenges such as violations of veterinary advertising guidelines and fees charged by portal sites. The service offers automatic guideline checks, an in-house booking system, and AI-powered improvement suggestions starting at 32,000 yen per month. It helps businesses comply with regulations, build customer assets in-house, and become facilities that customers choose.
【Patent granted】Proprietary technology developed to “separate and reduce” soil contaminated with radioactive cesium, lowering final disposal volumes and promoting reuse
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Seisui Kogyo patents a soil classification technology to reduce radioactive cesium-contaminated soil volume.
[Ranking of mold machining challenges] Labor shortages rank No. 1, cited by more than 40%. Challenges and outlook for reducing lead times through task automation
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応用技術株式会社 surveyed challenges facing the mold manufacturing industry. Labor shortages and reliance on individual expertise are serious issues, driving demand for shorter lead times through CAM automation.
Tokyu Department Store’s new e-commerce site, Tokyu Department Store Online Store, adopts the UniSearch on-site search tool, optimizing search across its specialty Food, Beauty and Wine sites
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Tokyu Department Store has introduced the AI search engine UniSearch to its new e-commerce site.
Uni Research to hold a webinar featuring Ryo Taoka, representative of suswork, on customer-focused work practices to grow a business: “Leave the meeting room and meet your customers!”
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Product Force hosts a webinar on customer-centric work methods with Ryo Taoka.
株式会社パレットグループ launches an entertainment equipment leasing service tailored to fast-growing ventures and unprofitable companies — available even to businesses that cannot secure bank loans or have been denied lease financing. No initial cost and a fixed monthly fee.
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Palette Group launches an entertainment equipment leasing service with relaxed screening criteria.
[No. 1 in sales of flyaway hair care sticks*¹] The new Hyper Hold line from the plus eau Point Repair series delivers the strongest hold in the series*², helping create impeccably sleek bangs!
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株式会社多田 launches Point Repair Hyper Hold, a new product from its hair care brand plus eau.
Art play equipment by sculptor Taku Obata arrives in the urban sports area of Tokorozawa Aviation Memorial Park
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An urban sports area has been completed at Tokorozawa Aviation Memorial Park. Art play equipment called BUTTAI, created by Jakkuetsu and Taku Obata, has been installed, and an opening event will be held on May 31.
A rejuvenating detox retreat at an elevation of 1,100 m in rainy-season Kita-Karuizawa: Asama Kuzanbo launches its “Sky Retreat with Mist and the Sound of Rain” plan on June 4 (Thursday). A mindful stay to tune the senses and restore balance through yoga and reading
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Asama Kuzanbo has announced its rainy-season-only “Sky Retreat with Mist and the Sound of Rain” plan. The experience encourages a mind-and-body detox by sharpening the senses.
株式会社 CyCraft Japan enters into a partnership with NTT Security Japan Co., Ltd.
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CyCraft Japan and NTTセキュリティ・ジャパン have formed a partnership. Combining AI technology with SOC operational expertise, they will strengthen cyber incident response.
ACSiON signs cooperation agreement with Hokkaido Police on cyber incident response
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ACSiON has signed a cybersecurity cooperation agreement with Hokkaido Police. Drawing on its expertise in preventing financial crime, it will work to prevent cybercrime.
Cloud-based invoicing management service MakeLeaps makes bulk registration of customer data easier with AI-powered automatic matching; launches AI Automatic Mapping feature
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MakeLeaps has added an AI Automatic Mapping feature to MakeLeaps, streamlining bulk registration of customer data.
[Environment Month] The global reach of SpoGOMI continues to grow, with cumulative trash collected totaling 264,517 kg (about 265 metric tons)—equivalent to about 130 garbage trucks
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SpoGOMI announces its cumulative results: 265 metric tons of trash collected, helping raise environmental awareness.
Open the lid to reveal cookies topped with edible flowers in full bloom! Mamarunie cookie tins generously decorated with edible pressed flowers, available for a limited time at Ginza Mitsukoshi Main Building, Basement 2, Ginza Sweets Park I
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EDIBLE GARDEN collaborates with Tom Co., Ltd. and Grand Chainon to launch the 'Mamalunie' cookie tin featuring edible pressed flowers at Ginza Mitsukoshi.
Drawing on more than 20 years of non-life insurance experience, Be-With launches an insurance agency BPO service to help businesses adapt to amendments to the Insurance Business Act
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Be-With launches an insurance agency BPO service to support compliance with the amended Insurance Business Act.
Butters’ Milk Month celebration invites customers to take part through food. A milk month fair showcases delicious ways to use every part of dairy production, including byproducts.
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Craft butter sweets brand Butters is holding a fair for June’s Milk Month, selling products that use byproducts from butter production. The campaign supports sustainable dairy farming.
【GRAPHT】 announces new Street Fighter 6 collaboration items featuring original artwork by はあと, with advance sales and online preorders starting May 27 at KEIO eSTATION Shinjuku
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MSY株式会社’s brand GRAPHT is releasing collaboration products with Capcom’s Street Fighter 6. Featuring original artwork by はあと, the products will go on advance sale in Shinjuku and become available for online preorders on May 27.
A place where everyone can enjoy music festivals. Second “Route for Music” pilot project to open up music experiences for people with visual impairments
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SIGNING will conduct the second pilot project for “Route for Music,” a project to improve music festival experiences for people with visual impairments, at “ACO CHiLL CAMP 2026.”
DENSO WAVE to exhibit at ROBOT TECHNOLOGY JAPAN 2026
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DENSO WAVE will exhibit at “ROBOT TECHNOLOGY JAPAN 2026,” held in Aichi Prefecture in June 2026, showcasing the latest technologies, including robotics for next-generation factories, AI-equipped 3D vision and lab automation. A demonstration of the high-speed collaborative robot “COBOTTA PRO” will also be held.
[Survey on demand for 24-hour operation of in-house shops and office convenience stores] More than 90% want early-morning and late-night access, but only 21.6% have achieved 24-hour operation
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A survey by Shinko Holdings found that more than 90% of human resources and general affairs staff want 24-hour access to in-house shops, while only 21.6% have achieved it. The main reason is providing meals for employees working early mornings and late nights. The company proposed its unmanned convenience store, 心幸ストア, as a solution.
Acul begins providing its fraud detection and authentication system ASUKA to JA Town, the direct-from-producer online shopping site operated by JA Zen-Noh
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Acul has begun providing its ASUKA fraud detection system to JA Town.
3 new varieties arrive from yokan brand “YO KAN KA”! The Limited Collection theme is “Passion.” On sale through the online shop from Wednesday, May 27, 2026
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Yokan brand “YO KAN KA” has released 3 new varieties.
The brand’s first pop-up event, “Aujua: The Beauty of Looking Back,” to be held for a limited time at @cosme TOKYO!
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Milbon will hold the first pop-up event for its hair care brand Aujua at @cosme TOKYO in June. The event will showcase the sommelier program and the appeal of its products through an immersive brand experience.
AnyGift, an e-gift service that lets users easily send gifts via social media or email without knowing the recipient’s address, launches on EC Current, operated by Stream
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AnyReach’s e-gift service AnyGift has launched on EC Current, operated by Stream.
Sumitomo Heavy Industries and Sumitomo Construction Machinery jointly develop “InCab@Nav,” an app that lets users search hydraulic excavator manuals using natural language
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Sumitomo Heavy Industries and Sumitomo Construction Machinery have jointly developed “InCab@Nav,” an app for searching hydraulic excavator manuals using generative AI.
Launch of a pilot project to optimize AI-powered app coupon distribution—aiming to deliver a customer experience where users receive “coupons they want to use” and reduce the workload of promotional operations
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Aoki Super and ジャイナミクス will launch a pilot project to optimize coupon distribution using AI in July 2026.