AI News 180m Report

2026-06-01 00:00–03:00 JST

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One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 3041 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 519 items from 1 source.

One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

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Mellerio presents “Joyful Jewels” on the facade of its Paris flagship for a limited time

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Mellerio is holding “Joyful Jewels,” a collaborative art exhibition with Jean-Charles de Castelbajac, at its Paris flagship.

Companies mentioned:MELLERIO

Signs joint venture agreement with Bcons, the leading developer of condominiums in the former Binh Duong Province area of Vietnam; joins 2 condominium projects in the extension area of Ho Chi Minh City Metro Line 1

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

東神開発 has signed a joint venture agreement with Vietnam's Bcons and Mercuria and is participating in residential development in Ho Chi Minh City.

Companies mentioned:高島屋、東神開発、Bcons Construction Investment Joint Stock Company、マーキュリアホールディングス、Mercuria (Thailand) Co., Ltd.

Hot water anytime, anywhere, in 3 seconds. The BougeRV portable water heater is here

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

BougeRV launches a new portable water heater on May 28, 2026, featuring 3-second instant heating and high portability for outdoor use.

Companies mentioned:ISSYZONE JAPAN、BougeRV

Report on “Docomo Mirai Field FC Gifu,” a project where children can experience the world of professionals and discover valuable lessons and dreams

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

NTT Docomo partnered with FC Gifu to hold “Docomo Mirai Field,” a career-experience event for children.

Companies mentioned:NTT Docomo、FC Gifu

CAQNAL representative Atsushi Nakashima to speak at a HiPro Biz-hosted seminar, proposing “proactive human capital management” to deliver on business strategy and the operating-system approach to HR systems that mobilizes organizations

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

CAQNAL representative Atsushi Nakashima spoke at a HiPro Biz-hosted seminar, explaining practical approaches to human capital management.

Companies mentioned:株式会社CAQNAL、パーソルキャリア株式会社、パーソルビジネスプロセスデザイン株式会社

ジャパンホームシールド launches “Building Support System Stock,” a 10-year quality guarantee for existing homes that can be used from renovation proposals through the resale of existing homes

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

ジャパンホームシールド has launched a 10-year quality guarantee service for existing homes.

Companies mentioned:ジャパンホームシールド

[Sugakiya] “Summer Cool Sugakiya Fair” to be held from Thursday, June 4, as the 3rd installment of the 80th anniversary celebration!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Sugakiya is marking its 80th anniversary with a campaign featuring limited-time menu items and an app promotion.

Companies mentioned:スガキコシステムズ株式会社

Radianne's official website gets a makeover; commemorative sale offers up to 50% off

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Radianne has revamped its official website and launched a relaunch campaign offering up to 50% off. The company highlighted enhanced features to help users make choices.

Launch of an “Identity Governance Management Solution” to strengthen controls over increasingly complex access management and improve operational efficiency

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Hitachi Solutions Create will launch a new solution to strengthen corporate identity governance in May 2026.

Companies mentioned:株式会社 日立ソリューションズ・クリエイト、Domo、Okta、エクスジェン・ネットワークス株式会社、OSSTech株式会社、株式会社kickflow

Opens test kitchen and “Saint Marc Culinary Research Institute”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Saint Marc Holdings has opened a test kitchen and experimental restaurant, the “Saint Marc Culinary Research Institute,” in Kyoto.

Companies mentioned:サンマルクホールディングス、喫茶マドラグ、京都勝牛

Workday publishes case studies from 4 award-winning companies that drove transformation by leveraging HR and workforce data

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Workday established the “Workday Customer Awards” and honored 4 companies—Accenture, Nikkei Inc., Nxera Pharma, and Hitachi—for their achievements in HR digital transformation.

Companies mentioned:ワークデイ株式会社、アクセンチュア株式会社、株式会社日本経済新聞社、ネクセラファーマ株式会社、株式会社日立製作所

Making self-care simpler: Millie Bobby Brown and BRITA empower a new generation

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

BRITA has appointed Millie Bobby Brown as its first global ambassador and launched a new campaign, “Own Your Thing.”

Companies mentioned:BRITA

Elderly monitoring service “Mamoriko” refreshes its smartphone app and releases the new “Mamoriko 2” app.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

ネコリコ has released “Mamoriko 2,” an app for checking in on older adults.

Companies mentioned:ネコリコ

Schedule announced for “B4A Summer Summit 2026 TOKYO,” a major conference bringing together voices on “cutting-edge clinic management.”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社B4A announces the schedule and speakers for “B4A Summer Summit 2026 TOKYO,” a conference for private-pay clinics.

Companies mentioned:株式会社B4A、SBCメディカルグループ株式会社、株式会社トリビュー、ルラ美容クリニック、HAAB DREAM BEAUTY CLINIC、X Medical Group、CHINOWA CLINIC、Lu Bijou Clinic、モッズクリニック、WOM CLINIC GINZA、湘南美容クリニック、KumaCLI、コントアクリニック東京、WAVE CLINIC

[TTNE]'s ととのえ親方 and サウナ師匠 set to speak at the International Sauna Congress 2026, held in Norway once every 4 years!!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

TTNE's Dai Matsuo and Daisuke Akiyama set to speak at the International Sauna Congress in Norway.

Companies mentioned:TTNE株式会社、International Sauna Association、Norges Badstulag、HARVIA JAPAN

Fluid mechanics seminar for working professionals to cover topics ranging from the fundamentals to aerodynamics

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

アイアール技術者教育研究所 to hold a fluid mechanics seminar for working professionals.

Companies mentioned:アイアール技術者教育研究所、日本アイアール株式会社

PALTAC and Daio Paper to participate in commercial operations using T2 autonomous trucks

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

PALTAC and Daio Paper to participate in commercial operations using T2 autonomous trucks.

Companies mentioned:株式会社PALTAC、大王製紙株式会社、株式会社T2

Original毎日のスタイリングを、感動の体験へ。「Re・De Hair Straight - Smooth(リデ ヘアストレート スムース)」が『LDK the Beauty』で最新ストレートアイロン第1位を獲得

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社A-Stage's hair iron “Re・De Hair Straight - Smooth” ranked No. 1 in “LDK the Beauty.” Its ease of use and styling results were praised.

Companies mentioned:株式会社A-Stage

“KUBOTA GIN,” the gin launched by the brewery behind sake “Kubota,” wins silver at the World Gin Awards 2026

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Asahi Shuzo's “KUBOTA GIN” wins silver at the World Gin Awards 2026.

Companies mentioned:朝日酒造株式会社

About 1 year after the Supreme Court ruled that cuts to public assistance benefits were “illegal,” 264 people with experience receiving benefits “don't know” about the additional payments. The challenge of an “information gap” that keeps the system out of reach

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Survey finds about 70% of public assistance recipients don't know about the additional payments.

Companies mentioned:株式会社アーラリンク

With 40 years of gratitude for your skin, heart and senses. Two limited-edition skincare kits, each designed to replenish skin with ample moisture and suit your desired complexion

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

イプサ launches limited-edition skincare kits to mark its 40th anniversary.

Companies mentioned:イプサ

Naoki Teshima, professor at Otaru University of Commerce's Graduate School and a leading expert on activist investors and corporate value management, discusses “Management and financial strategy prescriptions for preparing for activist demands: Practicing management with an eye on share prices and the cost of capital”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Announcement of an online seminar on measures to address activist investors.

Companies mentioned:株式会社レイヤーズ・コンサルティング

【Customer case】リンテック株式会社 adopts “LEAD,” an IR materials creation support service. It refreshes investor-facing company presentation materials with a refined design, improving readability and streamlining updates

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Lintec adopts “LEAD” for IR materials, refreshing their design and improving operational efficiency.

Companies mentioned:株式会社ストリームライン、リンテック株式会社

Legalscape signs sales partnership agreement with Funai Soken to accelerate business support and digital transformation for professional firms nationwide

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Legalscape partners with Funai Soken to promote AI-driven legal research tools to professional firms.

Companies mentioned:Legalscape、Funai Soken

One-piece brand “La lune” to hold a SUMMER POPUP EVENT in Omotesando from June 12 (Fri.) to 14 (Sun.), 2026

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

ウミガメ株式会社's brand “La lune” to hold a summer pop-up event in Omotesando.

Companies mentioned:ウミガメ株式会社、La lune

Apparel brand 〈CONVERSE TOKYO〉 collaborates with women's creative collective 〈CLAMP〉. The second “Cardcaptor Sakura” collection goes on sale May 29, 2026.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

The second “Cardcaptor Sakura” collection, the final installment of the collaboration between CONVERSE TOKYO and CLAMP, goes on sale May 29, 2026. Featuring artwork by Kosuke Kawamura and Yuta Okuda, the collection includes apparel and made-to-order art.

Companies mentioned:CONVERSE TOKYO、CLAMP、KADOKAWA

【A new landmark media installation in Nagoya's Sakae redevelopment area】

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

A new large-format video screen, “Sakaechika Triple Sound Vision,” unveiled in Sakae, Nagoya.

Companies mentioned:株式会社ケシオン、サカエチカマチ株式会社

SHEGLAM launches “Hideaway Full-Coverage Concealer,” a hydrating concealer in 14 shades that combines coverage and moisture, on May 25, 2026!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

SHEGLAM launches new 14-shade hydrating concealer on May 25, 2026.

Companies mentioned:SHEGLAM

A bed scarf blanket to brighten bedrooms and living rooms. New single size now available

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Lifestyle brand “FAVORRIC” launches a single-size bed scarf blanket featuring artwork designs on May 28, 2026. Made in Japan from a wool-blend knit fabric, it will be available on the official website and Rakuten Ichiba.

Companies mentioned:株式会社オーセント、FAVORRIC

Spotlight on spending by international visitors to Japan! “Analysis of Products Surging in Inbound Visitor Interest in April 2026”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

According to data analysis by Payke, in April 2026, international visitors to Japan showed strong interest in specific products from Shiseido, BCL, Unicharm, Rohto Pharmaceutical and other companies, driven by price advantages, exclusivity and seasonal factors.

Companies mentioned:株式会社Payke、株式会社資生堂、株式会社スタイリングライフ・ホールディングス、資生堂薬品株式会社、ユニ・チャーム株式会社、ロート製薬株式会社

【SIENAROSE×SHAMROCK】Three days of hydrangeas and jewelry to welcome early summer. Special pop-up event to be held at the シエナロゼ広島本通り店!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

SIENA ROSE Hiroshima Hondori store to hold a pop-up event in collaboration with SHAMROCK.

Companies mentioned:SIENA ROSE、SHAMROCK

Developing new graduates who are “good on the phone”: Forval, a company driving digital transformation at small and midsize businesses, adopts “SAPI Role-Play” for new-hire training

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Forval adopts Sapeet's generative AI role-play service to streamline new-graduate training and improve telephone customer service skills.

Companies mentioned:株式会社Sapeet、株式会社フォーバル

【Japan's first agency partner】CARTA ZERO launches the country's first advertising campaign on Discord

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

CARTA ZERO becomes Japan's first Discord advertising partner, launching a campaign for Ubisoft's Rainbow Six Mobile using 'Quests'.

Companies mentioned:CARTA ZERO、Discord、Ubisoft、CARTA HOLDINGS

Personal finance service “OneBank” adds fast identity verification using IC chip scanning and a selfie

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

SmartBank adds identity verification using IC chip scanning and selfies to “OneBank.”

Companies mentioned:株式会社スマートバンク、サイバートラスト株式会社

Insight Technology supports company-wide digital transformation at Sapporo Holdings, building a next-generation data integration platform with Qlik Talend Cloud®

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Insight Technology supports digital transformation at Sapporo Holdings and builds a data integration platform with Qlik Talend Cloud. Development costs cut by 80% and project duration shortened by 75%.

Companies mentioned:株式会社インサイトテクノロジー、サッポロホールディングス株式会社、Qlik

Snowflake expands strategic collaboration with AWS, investing $6 billion to accelerate widespread enterprise AI adoption

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Snowflake and AWS expand their strategic partnership, investing $6 billion in AI infrastructure.

Companies mentioned:Snowflake、AWS、Fetch、Hex

Announcement of employment contract and employee handbook templates for companies in Malaysia

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

BRIDGE International Asia launches employment contract and employee handbook templates for Japanese companies in Malaysia to ensure compliance with 2022 labor law reforms.

Companies mentioned:BRIDGE International Asia Sdn Bhd、Bridge International Group、Borderless Consulting Sdn. Bhd.

Originalグロービス経営大学院、ソコラボに出資 手書きの絵をAIで商品化するビジネスモデルを評価して、MBA生の起業コンテスト「G-CHALLENGE 2024」大賞受賞後、出資へ

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

グロービス経営大学院 invests in ソコラボ株式会社, winner of the grand prize at a startup competition, to support the growth of its AI-powered character merchandise platform.

Companies mentioned:グロービス経営大学院、ソコラボ株式会社、ヤマハ株式会社

A new era of cleansing with serum. The Aurelie Moisture Serum Cleansing, which nourishes bare skin with every wash, launches June 15, 2026.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Aurelie launches a new moisture serum cleansing product produced by MEGUMI on June 15, 2026.

Companies mentioned:Inglewood Co., Ltd.、Aminocells Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

ゾーホージャパン ManageEngine to exhibit at Interop Tokyo 2026

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

ゾーホージャパン to exhibit at Interop Tokyo 2026.

Companies mentioned:ゾーホージャパン株式会社、Zoho Corporation

キカガク to launch free learning platform G-for-work for using Gemini at work on May 26. Moving from being able to use Gemini to mastering it.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

キカガク launches G-for-work, a platform for using Gemini at work.

Companies mentioned:株式会社キカガク、Google Cloud

New color model of Cera Bake, the popular glass cookware since its launch, to go on sale June 4

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Adelia releases a new 'Pink Beige' color model for its popular 'Cera Bake' glass cookware series.

Companies mentioned:石塚硝子株式会社、アデリア株式会社

サンケイビル and the 東急不動産グループ launch an initiative combining on-site and virtual PPAs

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

サンケイビル and the 東急不動産グループ launch a hybrid on-site and virtual PPA model at logistics facilities.

Companies mentioned:株式会社サンケイビル、東急不動産株式会社、株式会社リエネ

[TSKさんいん中央テレビ] Easily get brand-name items appraised using a smartphone or PC: TSK brand-item mail-in purchasing service launches

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

TSK partners with KLD to launch a mail-in purchasing service for brand-name items.

Companies mentioned:山陰中央テレビジョン放送株式会社、株式会社KLD

Originalダミアーニ 全国の直営店にてブライダルフェア“Say Yes With Damiani” を開催

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

ダミアーニ to hold a bridal fair at its directly operated stores nationwide.

Companies mentioned:ダミアーニ

80% begin preparing for university entrance exams by the end of their second year of high school! Greater emphasis on open campuses is also leading students to choose their preferred schools earlier [2026 survey]

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

DeltaX conducted a survey of parents about university entrance exams for the 2026 academic year. The findings highlighted earlier exam preparation, increased use of cram schools, and a greater focus on open campuses.

Companies mentioned:DeltaX

Peru's conger eel fishery receives the country's first MSC fishery certification

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Peru's conger eel fishery receives its first MSC fishery certification

Companies mentioned:Perupez、Sakana del Peru

GTN Korea opens GTN STAY, a residence with living support near Yonsei University in South Korea

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

GTN Korea opens a residence in South Korea for Japanese residents, GTN STAY

Companies mentioned:GTN Korea、Loka101

Enhanced features for an integrated IP broadcasting monitoring solution

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Enhanced features for EoM SmartOrchestrator, an integrated IP broadcasting monitoring solution

Companies mentioned:インテリジェントウェイブ

Continued provision of mobility app development service mixway Package for the full-scale operation of Masaki Demand Taxi in Masaki Town, Ehime Prefecture

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

mixway Package provided for the demand taxi service in Masaki Town, Ehime Prefecture

Companies mentioned:ヴァル研究所

2-sen no Takumi Cloud, a security risk assessment cloud for second-line functions, adds single sign-on integration with HENNGE One

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

SecureNavi's '2-sen no Takumi Cloud' now integrates with HENNGE One for SSO, streamlining security risk management.

Companies mentioned:SecureNavi株式会社、HENNGE株式会社

Win a hotel stay voucher! Veltra launches joint promotion with ハワイ州観光局

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Veltra launches a Hawaii tourism promotion for seniors in collaboration with the Hawaii Tourism Authority.

Companies mentioned:ベルトラ株式会社、ハワイ州観光局、ルネッサンス・ホノルル・ホテル&スパ

Get a free one-size-up drink with a food menu purchase! Drink size-up campaign begins Tuesday, June 2

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Saint Marc Cafe launches a drink size-up campaign for customers purchasing food and drinks together.

Companies mentioned:株式会社サンマルクカフェ

Momentum set to speak at offline event: “How does AI see your company? What marketing strategies for offense and defense drive results?”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Momentum Inc. will speak at an offline event about AI-driven marketing strategies and digital risk management.

Companies mentioned:Momentum株式会社、株式会社スイセイ、株式会社Hajimari

The 2nd collaboration with Nijisanji members Usami Rito and Saeki Itte tsu! Special sets of Fine Protein Diet, designed to help you stay beautiful through daily habits, on sale for a limited time at a special price on Rakuten Ichiba!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社ファイン to offer special protein diet sets for a limited time in its 2nd collaboration with Nijisanji livers.

Companies mentioned:株式会社ファイン、ANYCOLOR株式会社

Sports tech company ユーフォリア begins supporting hypoxic training for 国士舘大学's designated varsity clubs

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

ユーフォリア begins providing hypoxic training support and a data management system for designated varsity clubs at 国士舘大学.

Companies mentioned:ユーフォリア、ダイキン工業、国士舘大学

みんなのコード supports the use of generative AI by 印西市教育委員会, creating content to support classroom practice

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

みんなのコード and 印西市教育委員会 jointly develop educational materials on generative AI.

Companies mentioned:特定非営利活動法人みんなのコード、印西市教育委員会

[New feature] Eliminate training that ends without follow-up. Multifunctional LMS SmartSkill Campus adds Skill Retention Reminder, a new feature that automates review based on Ebbinghaus's forgetting curve

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

レビックグローバル adds Skill Retention Reminder, an automated review feature based on the forgetting curve, to its LMS SmartSkill Campus.

Companies mentioned:株式会社レビックグローバル、株式会社ウィザス

[New feature] Turn dormant system data into strategic data that drives management. Human capital strategy tool SmartSkill HCE adds a BI tool

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

レビックグローバル adds a BI tool to its talent management system SmartSkill HCE, strengthening the use of data for human capital management.

Companies mentioned:株式会社レビックグローバル、株式会社ウィザス

Teachme Biz ranks in the TOP100 in ITreview The Best Software in Japan 2026

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社スタディスト's Teachme Biz named to the TOP100 in ITreview The Best Software in Japan 2026.

Companies mentioned:株式会社スタディスト、アイティクラウド株式会社

Shopify app CRM PLUS on LINE adds support for the new LINE Notification Messages plan, Store Business & EC Plan

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Social PLUS's Shopify app CRM PLUS on LINE adds support for the new LINE Notification Messages plan, Store Business & EC Plan.

Companies mentioned:株式会社ソーシャルPLUS、LINEヤフー株式会社、Shopify、フィードフォースグループ株式会社

NineOut updates Voice Summarize, automating summaries of customer interactions and integration with external services

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

NineOut enhances its AI voice summarization feature and automates CRM integration.

Companies mentioned:ナインアウト株式会社

9-day Screen Week to showcase video works by 17 emerging artists! Participants include Yu Araki, Kai Ishihara and Aya Momose

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

BUG, an art center operated by Recruit Holdings, will hold BUG Screen Week 2026, a 9-day event screening video works by 17 artists starting July 3, 2026. The event supports video art that is difficult to sustain commercially and pays artists. Related talk events will also be held.

Companies mentioned:株式会社リクルートホールディングス

About 20% of women business owners who took over companies experienced an unexpected succession

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

It was found that about 20% of women business owners experienced an unexpected business succession.

Companies mentioned:エヌエヌ生命保険株式会社、株式会社コラボラボ、株式会社東京商工リサーチ

[Held in June] National Bread Expo featuring regional breads to be held at TSUTAYA locations and other venues in Chiba, Tochigi, Kagoshima and Saga! A Snack Expo will also come to Fukushima, Tokushima and Kagoshima!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Culture Experience to hold regional bread and snack expos at 蔦屋書店 and TSUTAYA locations nationwide.

Companies mentioned:カルチュア・エクスペリエンス株式会社、蔦屋書店、TSUTAYA

PERSOL BUSINESS PROCESS DESIGN boosts the implementation capabilities and speed of digital transformation through business process design and vibe coding

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

PERSOL BUSINESS PROCESS DESIGN conducted a training program in AI-driven development known as “vibe coding,” training 114 in-house employees.

Companies mentioned:パーソルビジネスプロセスデザイン株式会社、Lovable

“Hare-wari” makes electricity bills even cheaper on sunny days; 3rd phase launches for new users of the official mobile app

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Looop launches the 3rd phase of its 'Hare-wari' campaign, now called 'Welcome Hare-wari', offering electricity bill discounts for new app users during sunny hours to promote renewable energy usage.

Companies mentioned:Looop

Hakuhodo DY Group launches “Market Impact Forecast,” a new feature on its “Consumer Insight Platform” for supporting ideation

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Hakuhodo DY Group has launched an AI-powered “Market Impact Forecast” feature to support marketing decision-making.

Companies mentioned:株式会社博報堂DYホールディングス、株式会社博報堂テクノロジーズ

Original横浜市交通局、駅構内スペース活用における「ショップカウンター」導入後の成約が順調に推移

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

横浜市交通局 significantly increased revenue and utilization of station spaces by introducing “Shop Counter.”

Companies mentioned:株式会社COUNTERWORKS、横浜市交通局

Cinemaイク Popcorn teams up for the first time with Happy Turn, celebrating its 50th anniversary this year! “Cinemaイク Popcorn Happy Turn Flavor” to go on sale at TOHO Cinemas nationwide from June 11, 2026 (Thu)

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Japan Frito-Lay will launch popcorn created in collaboration with Kameda Seika’s “Happy Turn” at TOHO Cinemas on June 11, 2026.

Companies mentioned:ジャパンフリトレー株式会社、TOHOシネマズ株式会社、亀田製菓株式会社、カルビー株式会社、東宝株式会社

“Chiikawa” packaging arrives in the “Itsudemo Shinsen” series! Limited-edition bottles in cheerful designs for everyday meals, available in limited quantities

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Kikkoman Foods will release 2 varieties of soy sauce in limited-edition packaging created in collaboration with the popular anime “Chiikawa” nationwide from June 2026.

[Survey of 500 users on pay-as-you-go pocket Wi-Fi] “Temporary use for business trips and travel” was the top purpose at 53.6%; 48.0% topped up with 10–30GB, while 35.2% had “not yet decided” whether to switch to a monthly plan

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

ALL CONNECT conducted a survey on pay-as-you-go pocket Wi-Fi use, revealing demand for temporary use and for choosing between it and monthly plans.

Companies mentioned:株式会社ALL CONNECT

A new option for Nerima’s “remote-work refugees”: BIZcomfort Nerima, the ward’s first shared office, opens June 25 (Thu). Enjoy work and downtime in a greenery-filled office

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

WOOC opens its first BIZcomfort shared office in Nerima Ward on June 25, 2026, targeting remote workers with flexible workspace solutions.

Companies mentioned:株式会社WOOC

Launch of “KDDI Message Cast for ServiceNow®”

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Supership and KDDI launch 'KDDI Message Cast for ServiceNow®' on May 28, 2026, enabling automated SMS delivery directly from the ServiceNow platform.

Companies mentioned:Supership株式会社、KDDI株式会社、ServiceNow, Inc.

TCJ Global to offer “Complete Zero Beginner” classes for foreign workers on Saturdays

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

TCJ Global will begin offering its “Complete Zero Beginner” Japanese-language course for foreign workers on Saturdays from July 2026.

Companies mentioned:パスメイクホールディングス株式会社、株式会社TCJグローバル

株式会社COMPASS, developer and provider of the learning e-portal and AI-powered learning material “Qubena,” to hold an online seminar on “A first step toward using AI drills that you can start and continue with ease”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

COMPASS will hold an online seminar on June 29 to share examples of using its AI-powered learning material “Qubena,” supporting the adoption of the tool in schools.

Companies mentioned:株式会社COMPASS、小学館集英社プロダクション

S.RIDE launches a “S.RIDE Points Boost Campaign” to support travel during the rainy season

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S.RIDE launches a campaign to increase points in June 2026 to support rainy season travel.

Companies mentioned:S.RIDE株式会社

DULAB, a brand born from an uncompromising pursuit of staying put, launches a liquid eyeliner that resists sweat, water, sebum and rubbing in May 2026

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Liberta launches DULAB eyeliner, designed for long-lasting wear.

Companies mentioned:株式会社リベルタ

Free online seminar to explore information leaks caused by AI, misuse by attackers, and measures to protect AI under threat

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LRM and Trend Micro will hold a free online seminar on generative AI cybersecurity risks on June 4.

Companies mentioned:LRM株式会社、トレンドマイクロ株式会社

[Event Report] b.box holds its first custom-experience event, “Play of Color”

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b.box held its first custom-experience event, “Play of Color,” in Shibuya, drawing more than 200 visitors. A related campaign is also underway at its official store.

Companies mentioned:weskiii株式会社、b.box

Tokushima Vortis releases results of LiveX AI proof of concept aimed at creating next-generation fan experiences

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NeoJapan conducted a LiveX AI proof of concept at a Tokushima Vortis match to assess its effectiveness in improving fan experiences and boosting social media sharing.

Companies mentioned:株式会社ネオジャパン、徳島ヴォルティス株式会社、LIVEX AI

Original<2026 AIトレンド通信 5月号>なぜAIは人間を脅迫したのか。実験データが明かす悪役AIの正体

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Anthropic conducted AI safety experiments and identified the risk of AI agents blackmailing people under certain conditions. SHIFT AI explains the background and countermeasures.

Companies mentioned:SHIFT AI、Anthropic、OpenAI、Google、Meta

[Event Report] AI course by bestselling magazine “Halmek” gets underway with its first session at Daikanyama 蔦屋書店 SHARE LOUNGE

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株式会社ハルメク held an AI experience course for senior women at Daikanyama 蔦屋書店 SHARE LOUNGE. The course offered ideas for practical AI use in daily life, with nationwide expansion planned.

Companies mentioned:株式会社ハルメク、株式会社ハルメクホールディングス、蔦屋書店、読売新聞社

[Campaign Update] More than 5,000 entries in the first 2 weeks! “Let’s All Cut Salt” draws an even bigger response than last time

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CureApp released an interim report on its “Let’s All Cut Salt Campaign.” Entries topped 5,000 in the first 2 weeks, surpassing the previous total of 4,130. The campaign’s expansion through partnerships with 4 food companies proved successful.

Companies mentioned:カゴメ、ヤマキ、大塚食品、オイシックス

[Series surpasses 400,000 copies] Reprints of “Revised Edition: A Wild Plant and Weed Guide to Identify by Color and Enjoy with the Senses” and “Revised Edition: A Flower Guide to Identify by Color and Shape and Enjoy on Walks”

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Natsume-sha has decided to reprint its fieldwork guidebook series. The revised editions include more species and photographs and introduce ways to observe plants using the senses.

[Enjoy summer fruit at hotel breakfast] 4 summer-only smoothie varieties featuring mixed berries, peach, mango, pineapple and more to join the free breakfast menu at Comfort Hotels nationwide from June 1 (Mon)

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Choice Hotels Japan has begun serving 4 summer-only fruit smoothie varieties at breakfast at Comfort Hotels nationwide.

Companies mentioned:株式会社チョイスホテルズジャパン

Confirmed that dust from toilet paper can serve as a food source for “odor-causing bacteria” (Note 1) in toilets

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Originalライオン株式会社がトイレのニオイ原因菌がトイレットペーパーのホコリを栄養源に増殖することを解明し、学会で受賞。

Companies mentioned:ライオン株式会社

[First permanent store] BAKE INC.'s tea confectionery brand “TeaDrop.” to open its No. 1 store, NEWoMan Shinjuku, on June 19, 2026

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BAKE INC. opens the first permanent store for its tea-based confectionery brand 'TeaDrop.' at NEWoMan Shinjuku on June 19, 2026.

Companies mentioned:BAKE INC.

Thinkings' “sonar ATS by HRMOS” surpasses 2,500 cumulative installations

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Thinkings株式会社's recruitment management system “sonar ATS by HRMOS” has surpassed 2,500 installations. It is used by companies across a wide range of industries and sizes, helping streamline recruitment processes and promote the use of human capital data.

Companies mentioned:Thinkings株式会社、株式会社NTTデータグループ、全日本空輸株式会社、ダイキン工業株式会社、トヨタ自動車株式会社、法務省、LINEヤフー株式会社、Visionalグループ

OriginalUCC ドリップポッド-アイスコーヒーに関する飲用調査-夏に週1杯以上飲むドリンク1位は「アイスコーヒー」(86.2%)!アイスはホットより満足度が低く選択肢が少ない?20代を中心に高まるアレンジ需要

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UCC上島珈琲 conducted a survey on iced coffee consumption. It found that although demand is high in summer, consumers are dissatisfied with the limited choices. The company will offer a variety of ways to enjoy coffee with Drip Pod.

Companies mentioned:UCC上島珈琲、ネオマーケティング、ウェルカム

Jointly developed “Ad Leveling,” a service for learning ad management skills on LINE. The first installment features instructional videos on Amazon advertising knowledge and management.

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Synergy Marketing and Shirofune launch “Ad Leveling,” a service for learning ad management using LINE.

Companies mentioned:シナジーマーケティング株式会社、株式会社Shirofune、株式会社Shirofune Plus

Original12年の感謝の気持ちをお客様へ還元 &RRainbow JOINUS 「Mahalo for 12 years」開催

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Yokohama Hawaiian restaurant “&RRainbow JOINUS” to close on June 14.

Companies mentioned:株式会社ガーデン

AVILEN launches “AX Leadership Training” to develop leaders who drive organizational transformation from within

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AVILEN launches AX Leadership Training to foster internal change leaders for digital transformation.

Companies mentioned:AVILEN

Ready Crew, which handles projects worth 110 billion yen annually, to exhibit at “Eight EXPO 2026 Summer”

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Frontier Inc. to exhibit 'Ready Crew' at Eight EXPO 2026 Summer, highlighting AI-driven business matching.

Companies mentioned:Frontier Inc.、Sansan

Signs an ambassador agreement with Takaya Suzuki, an MMA fighter with LDH JAPAN who competes on the world stage.

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VENEX signs ambassador agreement with MMA fighter Takaya Suzuki to support his performance through recovery wear.

Companies mentioned:VENEX、LDH JAPAN

Strawberry candy in ice cream?! A “Strawberry Candy Ice Bar” with a juicy flavor

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Imuraya to release 'Strawberry Candy Ice Bar' on June 8, 2026, replicating the taste of fruit candy.

Companies mentioned:井村屋

[Official Cosmo app] New “App Refueling Settings” feature makes refueling faster

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Cosmo Oil Marketing adds 'App Refueling Settings' to its official app, streamlining the refueling process.

Companies mentioned:コスモエネルギーホールディングス、コスモ石油マーケティング

[Case study published] Long-established plastics manufacturer 岩崎工業株式会社 takes on decarbonization, starting with “avoiding waste”

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e-dash supports Iwasaki Industry in decarbonization efforts under a Nara Prefecture project, focusing on resource recycling and SBT certification.

Companies mentioned:e-dash株式会社、岩崎工業株式会社、三井物産株式会社、みずほイノベーション・フロンティア株式会社

HENNGE One launches single sign-on integration with security risk assessment cloud service “2-sen no Takumi Cloud”

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HENNGE One integrates with SecureNavi's '2-sen no Takumi Cloud' to enable SSO and enhanced security governance for risk management departments.

Companies mentioned:HENNGE株式会社、SecureNavi株式会社

“マナラ” × “パンとエスプレッソと” collaboration “beauty sweets”: Sales period and SNS campaign entry period extended through June 30 (Tuesday) due to popular demand

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The collaboration sweets from マナラ and “パンとエスプレッソと” will remain on sale through June 30 due to popular demand. Available exclusively at the Harajuku location.

Companies mentioned:株式会社ランクアップ、株式会社日と々と、マナラ、パンとエスプレッソと

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