[Out today] Japanese learning book “Japanese Vocabulary＆Phrases with KAWAII ILLUSTRATIONS!” from Dokidokicomics, with a combined following of 1.3 million, goes on sale May 29
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A Japanese learning book by Dokidokicomics has been released by Saitosha. Illustrations and audio support beginners.
[Out today] This time, Sumimasen-sensei takes on dangerous creatures! “Too Dangerous to Apologize! Sumimasen-sensei’s Dangerous Creature Survival Class” goes on sale May 29 (Friday)!
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A learning book featuring characters from the YouTube channel “Water Challenge” has been released by Saitosha.
Workship CAREER, a recruitment agency for IT and digital transformation professionals, is partnering with COACHTECH, a programming school specializing in freelancers, to provide career support
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GIG's Workship CAREER partners with estra's COACHTECH to provide career support for programming students.
[Limited time] Literary magazine GOAT’s first collaborative book café opens at Cafe Lish. Enjoy limited-edition menu items while reading, and take part in a special event where you can send letters to authors.
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A collaborative book café with literary magazine GOAT will be held for a limited time at Cafe Lish, operated by ボンディッシュ株式会社.
[Dancer Spotlight No. 15!] [Ballet Ensemble Gala 2026, Kansai performance] Acclaimed dancers from a ballet company based in Paris, France, will perform as pairs!
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川本実夢 and Maxime Mathieu Quiroga of Mon Premier Ballet are set to perform in a ballet production organized by マーティ株式会社.
Companies mentioned：マーティ株式会社、Mon Premier Ballet、東京シティバレエ団、フランス国立キャピトル・トゥールーズ・バレエ団
[New Era] Focusing on the “hidden heat risk” faced by nursery school teachers who help keep children safe, the company provides hats to daycare centers in Tokyo
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ニューエラ has provided hats to daycare centers in Tokyo to help nursery school teachers protect themselves from heat.
athletia＜アスレティア＞ is holding a summer pop-up shop at 伊勢丹新宿店 Main Building, Basement Level 2. The new “Refreshing Shampoo Balm Big Size” will be available for advance purchase.
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athletia is holding a pop-up shop at 伊勢丹新宿店, where its new big-size product will be available for advance purchase.
A proof-of-concept trial has succeeded in automating payments and reconciliation through data links from orders to accounts receivable management systems, using Ryutsu BMS and tokenized deposits, in the Invoice Chain Working Group, which includes Miroku Information Service.
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MJS and partners successfully tested automated B2B payments and reconciliation using Ryutsu BMS and DCJPY tokenized deposits.
“An era when talking is all it takes.” Launch of One-Talk Site, an AI website creation service that needs just １ conversation
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LIDDELL has launched One-Talk Site, a new AI-powered website creation service. With just 1 consultation and a turnaround time as short as 1 week, it builds affordable websites optimized for AI search.
The era of running social media with a team of AI and professionals is here. Launch of PRST AI＋, a next-generation X account management service for a flat monthly fee of ¥100,000
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リデル株式会社 has launched PRST AI＋, a next-generation X account management service combining AI with work divided among professionals. Available from ¥100,000 per month, it brings together AI efficiency and human expert judgment.
Sunstar highlights the importance of oral care at evacuation centers; joins the “TKB48 Evacuation Center Drill” as a partner company, 10 years after the Kumamoto earthquake — aiming for zero disaster-related deaths
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Sunstar took part in Kumamoto City’s “TKB48 Evacuation Center Drill” to raise awareness of the importance of oral care during disasters.
A high-stretch silicone cover designed for PSA-graded cards is now available from ホゴダス, a dedicated supply brand specializing in protecting, storing and displaying trading cards!
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昌騰有限会社 has released a silicone protective cover designed for PSA-graded cards.
10 days of flexibility for your sports life: The HUAWEI WATCH FIT 5 series launches today, Friday, May 29
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ファーウェイ・ジャパン has launched the HUAWEI WATCH FIT 5 series of smartwatches. The lineup includes 2 models, Pro and Standard, with enhanced health management and sports features.
ASUENE takes over operation of the “At Energy” EMS from TEPCO Customer Service, a Tokyo Electric Power Group company, and will provide a white-label service using ASUENE to expand its functions.
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ASUENE and TEPCO Customer Service are partnering to enhance “At Energy” and revamp it as a platform for decarbonization operations.
[Toba National College of Maritime Technology] Paper co-authored by Associate Professor Kayo Fukami published in an international academic journal
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Associate Professor Kayo Fukami of Toba National College of Maritime Technology and colleagues published a paper on physicians’ working conditions and gender disparities in BMC Health Services Research.
[A new “tavern” arrives at Oji Station] “Oden and Yakitori Takeshi,” serving creative oden made with 2 kinds of broth and grilled chicken skewers, opens Friday, May 29!
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株式会社オールウェイズ has opened a new restaurant concept, おでんと焼鳥たけし, in front of Oji Station.
Up to 70% off: “PREMIUM OUTLETS® SALE,” an early summer sale at Premium Outlets nationwide
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An early summer sale offering up to 70% off will be held at 10 Premium Outlets locations nationwide, alongside local events and Environment Month campaigns.
Companies mentioned：三菱地所・サイモン株式会社、Banana Republic、Olive des Olive、Diana、Keen、Billabong、成田ゆめ牧場、薄皮たい焼 銀のあん、辻利兵衛本店、久世福商店、Abahouse、Anker Store、Sixpad、株式会社BPLab、Simon Property Group, Inc.
World first! Freeing Japan’s dialysis care from reliance on “waterworks” and eliminating the need for outpatient visits. The winner of Extreme Tech Challenge JAPAN 2026 advances to the global competition
The ZENITH CAPTAIN Automatic Chronometer, a chronometer model born in an era of precision, is now in stock. Sales begin for a rare timepiece embodying the practicality and aesthetic sensibility of the 1960s.
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A vintage watch shop has taken delivery of a rare ZENITH CAPTAIN 1965s.
Infinite possibilities create infinite value. Mitsui Sumitomo Card unveils the lineup for exclusive Visa Infinite events taking place in July 2026.
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Mitsui Sumitomo Card unveils the July 2026 lineup of events exclusively for Visa Infinite members. The experiential programs offer opportunities to engage with music, art, traditional culture and sports.
Companies mentioned：三井住友カード株式会社、瓢亭、東京芸術劇場、横浜BUNTAI、TOKYO NODE GALLERY、Visa、ORANGE RANGE
First in the eyewear industry! A robot for automated lens processing is being introduced in-store. Zoff SHIBUHARA, a next-generation concept shop that will serve as a new flagship, opens Friday, May 29, 2026
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Zoff opens a new flagship store in Shibuya/Harajuku featuring an automated lens processing robot.
Expands the functions of its in-person identity verification system in anticipation of amendments to the Act on Prevention of Transfer of Criminal Proceeds
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DNP announces a successor to its ID verification system to comply with upcoming legal changes in 2027.
adidas Japan's 2026 Japan national soccer team home replica jersey featuring Ado goes on sale June 8; a novelty campaign celebrating the release of the jersey song “Kira” begins May 29
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Adidas Japan will launch its collaboration jersey with singer Ado on June 8. It will also hold a campaign tied to the song “Kira.”
‘Gakuen Idolmaster’ event “HATSUBOSHI GAKUEN Terminal” is underway! Illustrations of 13 idols in stationmaster-inspired outfits are here!
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Merchandise featuring illustrations of Gakuen Idolmaster characters in stationmaster-inspired outfits is now on sale at Tokyo Character Street and online.
Companies mentioned：株式会社A3、Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
[Measures to address soaring diesel prices] Releases an explainer video on introducing and reviewing fuel surcharges for logistics business operators | 株式会社船井総研サプライチェーンコンサルティング
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Funai Research Institute SC releases an explainer video on introducing and reviewing fuel surcharges for logistics business operators.
April visitor numbers fell but were the highest for 2026; “diversifying the inbound tourism market” / Japan ranks 6th worldwide for international conference destinations, and more: Inbound Tourism News Roundup, second half of May 2026, released by Visit Japan Lab
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株式会社mov releases its inbound tourism news roundup report for the second half of May 2026, covering the latest trends in visitor numbers and international conference rankings.
All-in on stamina. “A bowl you just can't stop eating.” Katsuya launches its motsu and vegetable stir-fry and chicken katsu fair.
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Katsuya will begin serving its limited-time motsu and vegetable stir-fry and chicken katsu combo on June 1, 2026. The promotion combines the chain's signature generous portions with a strategy to encourage app use.
40 popular game creators active on TikTok gather for “GG Festival 2026,” taking place August 11 at Tokyo Big Sight. Special content will give attendees an up-close experience of top game creators
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TikTok will hold “GG Festival 2026,” a large-scale in-person event bringing together 40 game creators at Tokyo Big Sight on August 11, 2026.
Companies mentioned：TikTok、BytePlus、Gaming LIVE Pro、TIZZ TRIDENT
“NURO” and pro esports team “REJECT” are participating for the second consecutive year in the industry-academia education system “Corporate Project,” supporting future creators.
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NURO and REJECT are participating in an industry-academia collaboration project at a vocational school, where students will produce promotional videos.
[Miraizaka] Good news for event organizers! The “Early Summer Kobe Beef Ceramic Plate Course,” featuring Kobe beef, one of Japan’s 3 major wagyu brands, launches June 1 with special perks for early bookings.
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ワタミ has begun serving a Kobe beef course at “Miraizaka.”
[Sandaime Torimero] Good news for event organizers! The “Omi Beef Ceramic Plate Course,” featuring Omi beef, one of Japan’s 3 major wagyu brands, launches June 1 with special perks for early bookings.
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ワタミ has begun serving an Omi beef course at “Sandaime Torimero.”
A live-action drama adaptation is confirmed! “After We Changed Seats, It Seems the Guy Behind Me Likes Me”
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A popular BL novel from Starts Publishing is set to receive a live-action drama adaptation. Eito Konishi and Motonosuke will co-star, with the series scheduled to air in summer 2026.
[BEB5軽井沢 × ARC'TERYX × Runtrip] “From town to the mountains”: Joint project “FIRST TRAIL TRIP” to support road runners taking their first steps onto the trails.
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BEB5軽井沢, アークテリクス and ラントリップ are jointly holding a trail-running event for beginners.
Enjoy the flavors of a “hard-to-book restaurant” frequented by food lovers at home. Yoyogi Park favorite クリスチアノ releases its first recipe book, “An Introduction to Portuguese Cuisine by Koji Sato of ‘クリスチアノ.’”
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The first recipe book from popular Portuguese restaurant “クリスチアノ” is now on sale.
Monomane Four Kings star Korokke goes all out! Messenger Kuroda and Daisuke Miyagawa are left in stitches by a string of hilarious impressions! They get excited about trying their hand at driving local railway 水間鉄道! A stroll around Kaizuka, Osaka, with the guys.
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A location report from “Osaka Ossanpo,” a variety show in which 3 comedians explore Kaizuka, Osaka.
Arnold Schwarzenegger’s blockbuster action film “Eraser” gets its first-ever 4K UHD release to mark the 30th anniversary of its production! The “Eraser” 4K UHD + Blu-ray set goes on sale Aug. 5 (Wed.)!
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The film “Eraser” gets its first-ever 4K UHD release to mark the 30th anniversary of its production; it goes on sale Aug. 5.
The hugely popular Korean variety show is back! “Youth Over Flowers: Limited Edition,” a travelogue featuring Jung Yu-mi, Park Seo-joon and Choi Woo-shik, will stream exclusively in Japan on U-NEXT from May 29 (Fri.)!
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A new installment of the popular Korean variety show “Youth Over Flowers” will stream exclusively on U-NEXT.
[Survey of 1,000 men and women] Ranking of female celebrities who look good in swimsuits and male celebrities who look cool in swim shorts!
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In a survey of 1,000 men and women conducted by NEXER and Tika, Yui Aragaki ranked first among female celebrities who look good in swimsuits, while Ryohei Suzuki ranked first among male celebrities. “Figure-flattering coverage” was the top priority for 57.7% of women when choosing a swimsuit.
Companies mentioned：株式会社NEXER、Tika（ティカ）、株式会社DRESS DESIGN WORKS
[Women in their 20s–40s] About 33% said they would like to wear a yukata somewhere other than a fireworks festival! Top destinations included “summer festivals and bon dances,” “hot spring areas and inns,” and “dates.”
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Results of a survey on occasions for wearing yukata among women in their 20s–40s.
[GLOBAL WORK] Limited navy-and-yellow gift wrapping for Father’s Day launches May 29 (Fri)!
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GLOBAL WORK launches Father's Day limited gift wrapping service from May 29 to June 21, 2026, featuring navy pouches with yellow ribbons and curated functional menswear.
Companies mentioned：Adastria Co., Ltd.、GLOBAL WORK
Related program videos on social media have surpassed 50 million total views for episodes 1 through 5! “Clockwork Marriage” releases new survey findings on marriage: 40% would relocate for a spouse’s job transfer! Views on marriage are diversifying.
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Social media videos for ABEMA’s original matchmaking reality show “Clockwork Marriage” have surpassed 50 million views. The show has also released survey results on contemporary views of marriage.
A once-in-a-lifetime challenge featuring an acclaimed professional cast from スターダンサーズ・バレエ団 and 新国立劇場バレエ団 alongside young dancers! Tickets are now on sale for the full-length “Giselle.”
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LC Ballet Performance will present the full-length “Giselle” in August 2026.
[釧路プリンスホテル] Enjoy a comfortable summer in cool Kushiro, where the average temperature is about 21°C. The hotel offers activities that make the most of the cool climate and flavors from this port town. Period: June 1, 2025 (Mon.)–October 31 (Sat.).
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釧路プリンスホテル has announced a summer escape plan that takes advantage of the cool climate, along with seasonal menu items.
The hugely popular Cosme Kitchen × Hello Kitty collaboration items launch nationwide today! Additional preorder sales have been announced for 5 styles that sold out during the initial preorder.
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Cosme Kitchen launches a collaboration collection with Hello Kitty featuring organic beauty products and lifestyle accessories.
【gelato pique】New stores opening at 髙島屋京都店 on June 5 (Friday) and 大丸京都店 on June 18 (Thursday)! Limited-edition loungewear featuring sleeping Shiba Inu dogs and special gifts will also be available.
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gelato pique is opening 2 new stores in Kyoto. The stores will sell limited-edition Shiba Inu-themed items and hold a points-back campaign.
Charming cat goods that let you create keepsakes of your own cat are new from Felissimo’s “Cat Club™”! A “slide keychain” that can hold cat fur and the second release in the popular “locket pendant” series.
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Felissimo’s “Cat Club™” has launched 2 new products that can hold fur from your beloved cat. A portion of sales will be donated to an animal protection fund.
A seminar titled “Trends in the Resource Circulation of Rare Metals and Rare Earths,” featuring Yuki Morita of the Materials Team, Industry Research Department, Mizuho Bank, and Tsutomu Yamaguchi of Waseda University’s Faculty of Science and Engineering, will be held on July 8, 2026 (Wednesday)!
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SSK will hold a seminar on resource circulation for rare metals and rare earths on July 8, 2026.
Companies mentioned：Mizuho Bank、Waseda University、Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.、SSK
“Jet Nozzle,” an air-conditioning nozzle for heat countermeasures, now fits air-conditioning ducts with a diameter of Φ200.
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Panasonic HVAC&CC has launched the “NK-20JNA,” an air-conditioning nozzle for heat countermeasures that fits Φ200 ducts. It combines heat countermeasures for large spaces with energy savings.
【JAF Chiba】A harvest experience and tasting event for Iioka melons, a specialty of Asahi, will be held on June 27, 2026 (Saturday)! Enjoy Iioka melons, known for their sugar content of 15 degrees or higher.
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The JAF Chiba branch will hold a harvest experience event for Iioka melons, a specialty of Asahi.
【JAF Tochigi】We’re supporting the “Daihatsu Healthy and Safe Driving Course” for senior drivers, helping people stay mobile and independent at any age!
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The JAF Tochigi branch is supporting a safe-driving course for older adults.
AI radio program generator “AI Radio Studio” gains its first paying user. With around 30 users just 2 weeks after the beta launch, it is moving into full-scale operations.
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An AI radio generation service has introduced paid use and is moving into full-scale operations.
Savor the latest food trends in Tokyo! A new guidebook helps readers plan the “2-night, 3-day golden route,” with a special feature on Tokyo Disney Resort®!
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講談社 has released a guidebook featuring Tokyo cuisine and Tokyo Disney Resort.
“AI Agent Work Techniques,” written by Uravation representative Suguru Sato, is set for its 4th reprint, bringing total sales to more than 17,800 copies.
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“AI Agent Work Techniques,” written by Suguru Sato, has reached a total of 17,800 copies through reprints.
The final of the “47th ABC Comedy Grand Prix 2026” will once again be broadcast live and free exclusively on ABEMA! A total of 583 acts have entered, including Yoneda 2000, Maison, Mame Teppō and Shōga Neko, who have made their mark in the M-1 Grand Prix.
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ABEMA will exclusively broadcast the final of the “47th ABC Comedy Grand Prix 2026” live and free. A total of 583 acts have entered, including many promising young performers.
“Meiko Construction General Technical Training Center,” one of Japan’s largest wooden training facilities, opens in Kasugai, Aichi Prefecture, to train the next generation of engineers.
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Meiko Construction has opened one of Japan’s largest wooden training facilities in Kasugai, Aichi Prefecture.
“t3 HOTEL+,” part of the “HOTEL＋” group of art-themed whole-building rentals, has officially opened.
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株式会社グレートステイ has opened “t3 HOTEL+,” a whole-building rental combining art and a gym, in Fukushima Ward, Osaka. It also announced a change in management.
【Notice of Public Questions Sent】A formal request has been made to the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, the Osaka City Public Health Center and the National Institute of Health Sciences (NIHS) to disclose “evidence that puberulic acid was present in red yeast rice.”
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薫製倶楽部 has sent public questions to government agencies about the scientific evidence behind the red yeast rice issue.