[Rings and engagement rings] About 19% have considered having jewelry remodeled or buying new pieces! About 29% agree with the idea of remodeling jewelry they already own as a milestone gift.
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NEXER and JEWELRY KIKUYA surveyed 500 people on jewelry and life events, finding that 29.8% have exchanged jewelry for milestones, and 29.2% support repurposing existing jewelry.
Average cost of cross-border e-commerce returns: about 40% said “¥3,000 to less than ¥5,000.” The biggest challenges are “high return shipping costs” and “the time required to check the condition of items.”
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Survey results on the costs and challenges of cross-border e-commerce returns
About 52% said they find rental income from real estate “attractive.” About 77% of those considering rental property management want to “leave everything to a property management company.”
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A survey on attitudes toward real estate rental management found strong interest in rental income, but also very high demand for outsourcing to property management companies amid concerns about the work involved and the risks.
From “jingles that stick in your ears” to “entertainment you can sing”! JOYSOUND launches entries today, June 1 (Monday), for the eagerly anticipated second installment of its industry-first project, “Sound Logo Karaoke AWARD 2027”!
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株式会社エクシング announces “Sound Logo Karaoke AWARD 2027” and opens submissions.
“Matsui Kemuri’s Birthday Celebration” comes to “MAD5” Episode 5! “Sensible gifts” ramp up Kemuri’s frustration at having to play straight man, as Cookie! says, “I’ll satisfy the desire you cherish most.” Kemuri screams as an “outrageous present” makes its entrance!
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Matsui Kemuri’s birthday celebration was held on ABEMA’s variety show “MAD5,” with reports describing the lively, chaotic spectacle.
Made-to-order items from “Select × Collect,” a brand that lets you choose freely: orders open for all 105 acrylic stand designs from the “Etrian Odyssey” series, plus a “Complete NPC Set (79 designs)” with a bonus!
Repeatedly trending on X! The much-discussed fake documentary “Devil Information: A Search Thread for a Missing Internet Idol” goes on sale June 1, 2026 (Monday)!
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KADOKAWA releases the fake documentary book “Devil Information: A Search Thread for a Missing Internet Idol.”
Why chasing time efficiency in the AI era can ruin your life. A truth about the world reached by a multimillionaire and former math teacher with more than 520,000 social media followers
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Hiroshi Iki’s new book “The Law of Reversal” is set for release by KADOKAWA.
Under a comprehensive partnership agreement with Kwangwoon University, the 2nd field-work training program for Korean university students will be held in Yokoze Town at Buko Onsen and O Park Ogose in Ogose Town.
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ONDO Holdings to host 2nd field-work training for Korean university students in Saitama.
Hideaki Fujino, general manager of the Human Resources and General Affairs Services Department, appointed Kitakyushu City Disability Employment Advisor.
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Hideaki Fujino appointed as Kitakyushu City Disability Employment Advisor for the 7th consecutive year.
Survey results released on lessons about sexual diversity held at elementary and junior high schools in Hyogo Prefecture; more than 90% of students said learning about sexual diversity at school was “important” after the lessons.
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NPO法人LGBTQユースサポート・プライドプロジェクト released survey results on lessons about sexual diversity held at elementary and junior high schools in Hyogo Prefecture. The lessons received a high level of positive feedback.
Startup job service Sutakura undergoes a complete renewal with industry-first* three-axis searches for “entrepreneurs, companies and jobs” and PWA support.
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Startup job service Sutakura relaunches with three-axis searches and PWA support.
In 2026, brow makeup is shifting from “drawing” brows to “making the most of” them. As permanent makeup removal gains ground, HBL BEAUTY launches a permanent display at @cosme TOKYO. 3D Cushion Brow 02 Light Brown goes on sale June 1.
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HBL BEAUTY begins permanent sales of its signature brow cosmetics at @cosme TOKYO.
Inbound consulting firm 株式会社ライフブリッジ makes UMAMI Travel株式会社 (formerly 東北ちゅらトラベル株式会社) a subsidiary, moving toward a vertically integrated model covering tour development, talent training, PR and customer referrals.
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LifeBridge makes Tohoku Chura Travel a subsidiary and rebrands it as UMAMI Travel.
Event report: “USAMI Fest 2026” drew a record number of visitors. Raiko Enbu Kaguzuchi delivered an electrifying finale with a new performance and lineup.
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Kaguzuchi performed a new act at USAMI Fest 2026 and reported on efforts to enhance the value of local events.
Eijiro Mizutani, associate professor at Keio University’s Institute for Media and Communications Research, appointed Special Advisor to UNICORN.
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UNICORN appoints Keio University Associate Professor Eijiro Mizutani as Special Advisor to strengthen legal and ethical strategy in digital advertising.
YOSHIKI’s 100th performance of the world’s most extravagant dinner show: 2 additional performances, an unusual weekday matinee and evening, have been hastily announced! All 5 performances sold out before general ticket sales, and a surge in applications has intensified the scramble for tickets.
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YOSHIKI's 100th anniversary dinner show in Tokyo expands to 7 performances due to high demand.
Companies mentioned：Grand Hyatt Tokyo、Rakuten Card、MAISON YOSHIKI PARIS
OSUSHI, in its 2nd fiscal year since founding, to introduce a “3-day weekend” in June with no reduction in pay. A new way of working in which people focus for 4 days a week while AI operates continuously.
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AI development company OSUSHI will introduce a 3-day weekend with no reduction in pay starting in June 2026. The company aims to boost productivity through collaboration with AI.
Fudial Community introduces online medical consultations through its resident app, enabling users to complete everything from consultations to receiving medication.
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Fudial Community has integrated “GMO Clinic Map” into its resident app “RELUXIA touch” and launched an online medical consultation service.
Orders open for trading acrylic mascots and other merchandise from “Puella Magi Madoka Magica Magia Exedra” on AMNIBUS, an online store for original anime and manga goods.
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Arma Bianca has opened orders for 7 types of original “Puella Magi Madoka Magica Magia Exedra” merchandise on the AMNIBUS online store, offering a range of goods for fans.
The long-awaited sequel to the smash hit “My Way to Die” is here! The latest work from four-panel manga virtuoso Aki Konishi: “Yatte wa Ikenai,” on sale June 1.
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Nihon Bungeisha releases 'Yatte wa Ikenai' by Aki Konishi, a manga about everyday dangers.
[Chubu Centrair International Airport × 中日ドラゴンズ] Centrair turns “Dragons Blue” for 1 month as it holds a campaign marking the 中日ドラゴンズ’ 90th anniversary, from June 1 (Monday) through 30 (Tuesday).
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Chubu Centrair International Airport will hold a campaign in June marking the 90th anniversary of 中日ドラゴンズ. Events include sticker giveaways, a prize draw and a visit by Doala.
Marking the 900th anniversary of Chiba’s founding as a city and 100 years since the Tako Line’s full opening, memories of a vanished railway will be brought to life through signs, e-books and experiential tours
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A tourism PR initiative for the area around Narita Airport, combining historical anniversaries with transportation culture.
A new solution for preserving the value of classic cars and high-mileage vehicles amid parts shortages! Oil additive “SOD-1 CLASSIC” protects parts and helps preserve vehicle value; launches June 1, 2026
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D1 Chemical has launched “SOD-1 CLASSIC,” an oil additive for classic cars and high-mileage vehicles.
Sales Retriever launches Japan’s first*1 “event speaker search function,” accelerating a multi-hybrid approach to developing major corporate accounts
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Sales Retriever株式会社 has launched an “event speaker search function” in its AI platform for developing major corporate accounts, strengthening its multi-hybrid approach.
[Insurance Business Act revision taking effect in June 2026] New rules to protect the “transparency and fairness” of premiums paid by drivers. Ikeuchi Jidosha releases a report on the anticipated impact on the repair industry and consumers!
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A report on greater transparency in the repair industry following the revised Insurance Business Act’s implementation in June 2026, and 株式会社イケウチ’s enhanced proposals for consumers.
Win a prize in a drawing for 3 people: vote for the “fruit ice cream” that’s just right for you♪ The Early Summer Fruit & Ice X post campaign is underway!
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Sweet Village is holding an early-summer fruit and ice cream campaign inviting users to post on X.
“Supporting corporate growth by solving challenges from the perspectives of employees, organizations and customers — an employee engagement improvement solution” Webinar rebroadcast June 1–12
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株式会社クレオ will rebroadcast a free webinar on “E² Compass,” its employee engagement improvement solution.
[Mitsubishi UFJ Bank] Now that you’re settled into your new life, start managing your money advantageously. Campaign offering up to 20,000 yen in cash launches Monday, June 1!
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三菱UFJ銀行 is offering a campaign that rewards customers with up to 20,000 yen for opening an account through its app.
19 works by Raoul Dufy from the former collection of the Kamakura Otani Memorial Art Museum receive high praise; the collection’s first acquisition, the oil painting “Yellow Console,” hammers down at 135 million yen
Cambodia’s deputy prime minister visits Japan for investment talks with Japanese companies: “Cambodia Investment Roadshow in Japan 2026”
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Cambodia’s deputy prime minister visited Japan and held investment promotion events in Tokyo and Osaka, strengthening economic collaboration with Japanese companies.
Why not start preparing for Obon? 誠心堂’s “Obon Sale” begins Monday, June 1
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誠心堂 will hold its “Obon Sale” at 4 stores in Sapporo and Asahikawa from June 1 to August 16, 2026, offering discounts on bon lanterns and suggesting contemporary memorial goods.
Plant specialty shop “PLANTHINK,” focusing on plant care, to open in Sapporo’s Minami Ward on Saturday, June 27, 2026
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あいプラングループ will open plant specialty shop “PLANTHINK” in Sapporo’s Minami Ward on June 27, 2026. The shop will focus on plant care and maintenance and also offer wedding flowers and gifts.
Toyo Technica expands support for quantum computing talent development
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Toyo Technica is expanding subsidies for examination fees for certification tests offered by the Japan Quantum Computing Association, bolstering the development of quantum talent.
【Japan's first!*】ミラボ launches digital coupon operations for single-parent household home-help services in Minato Ward, Tokyo, using “mila-e クーポン” and “mila-e 申請”
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ミラボ introduced digital coupons for Minato Ward's single-parent household home-help services, realizing a nationwide-first DX case.
Co-creating the future of health, medicine and welfare — The latest medical DX and AI come together! Visitor pre-registration opens for “国際モダンホスピタルショウ2026”
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Announcement of the upcoming “国際モダンホスピタルショウ2026,” a comprehensive exhibition in the medical and welfare fields hosted by 日本経営協会, and the start of advance registration.
A new service lets travelers freely combine highway bus routes: major revamp of transfer-booking service “コネモビ” brings enhanced search and one-stop booking, plus a fun new app!
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MIRAHOOP has revamped highway bus booking service “コネモビ,” adding flexible transfer search and an app.
The shelf for “オリコン上半期“本”ランキング 2026,” Japan's only book ranking with estimated nationwide sales figures, opens in Jimbocho. A limited-time pop-up at shared bookstore “ほんまる”
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オリコン has opened a limited-time pop-up at the Jimbocho bookstore “ほんまる.”