AI News 180m Report｜2026-06-01 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 1 of 13https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 1249 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 36 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en 【関西外国語大学】15 years after the Fukushima nuclear accident: A public symposium on “Nuclear Power, Democracy and Dialogue” will be held in person and online on Saturday, June 20https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589569https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589569Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:43:45 +0900JapanPR TIMES関西外国語大学 will hold a public symposium on June 20 marking 15 years since the Fukushima nuclear accident. Elementary school students take the hand of professional players and head onto the pitch at Odawara Arena: Shonan Bellmare Futsal × マッケンジーハウス to hold “We Are In. BIG WAVE KIDS”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589570https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589570Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:41:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESマッケンジーハウス and Shonan Bellmare will hold a sports experience event for elementary school students. 【Wellness Travel ✖️ Okinawan Summer Cuisine】From Uminomichi, a sea grape farm: Okinawa-style shabu-shabu featuring “freshly harvested in the morning and piled high” sea grapeshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589573https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589573Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES“Uminomichi,” a sea grape farm operated by 日本バイオテック, is offering “Okinawa-style shabu-shabu” featuring sea grapes and Agu pork as a new summer menu item. “Pride Action30” project surpasses 100 supporting partners during Pride Monthhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589572https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589572Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe “Pride Action30” project, led by Pride House Tokyo and Panasonic Connect, has reached 106 corporate partners. JAL develops original educational materials on resource recycling through SAFhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589571https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589571Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESJAL Group develops educational materials on SAF for elementary school students and begins providing them to 400 schools nationwide. Enjoy clarity and refreshment this summer! New early-summer offerings at an authentic tea cafe run by a tea sommelier launch on Tuesday, June 16https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589574https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589574Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:36:57 +0900JapanPR TIMESMatataki-瞬-, a tea cafe in Nagareyama, Chiba Prefecture, will launch new early-summer pairing menus on June 16, 2026, and hold a 1st anniversary event. Entries open for the Japan Travel Awards 2027, one of Japan’s largest tourism awards!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589575https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589575Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:36:51 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社しいたけクリエイティブ has opened entries for the Japan Travel Awards 2027. The awards evaluate tourist destinations from the traveler’s perspective, and entry is free. A ¥1.07 million income gap between those highly and poorly satisfied with their teeth alignment—Oh my teeth surveys 2,587 people in their 20s to 50s on the “correlation between teeth alignment and income and career”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589576https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589576Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:35:47 +0900JapanPR TIMESOh my teeth conducted a survey of people aged 20-59 on the correlation between teeth alignment, income and career. It reported, among other findings, a ¥1.07 million income gap between those satisfied and dissatisfied with their teeth alignment. TAKAO MOUNTAIN BOOK POPUP to be held at 【Circles (Nagoya) and Circles Tokyo】! Products that seamlessly connect mountains and everyday life come together under the philosophy of Ultra Lighthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589577https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589577Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:35:04 +0900JapanPR TIMESBAYCREW’S will hold a TAKAO MOUNTAIN BOOK POPUP at Circles. Rakuten to hold “Rakuten AI Optimism,” its largest-scale business event, at PACIFICO Yokohama to lead the way in the AI erahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589578https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589578Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:34:32 +0900JapanPR TIMESRakuten Group will hold the AI business event “Rakuten AI Optimism” at PACIFICO Yokohama in August 2026. “Pie no Mi” gets its first anime adaptation × Pasela! An immersive collaboration where visitors can “watch and enjoy eating” starts in June, with limited-edition menu items for families!!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589579https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589579Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:34:06 +0900JapanPR TIMESKaraoke Pasela, operated by NS Group, and Lotte’s “Pie no Mi” are collaborating to mark the snack’s anime adaptation. TOKYO EPIC’s Ryoichi Wada to speak at “AI Grand Prix 2.0 IPPTAR International,” hosted by Malaysia’s Ministry of Communications—invited as a speaker at an international panel with the Communications Ministerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589580https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589580Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:31:42 +0900JapanPR TIMESTOKYO EPIC CEO Ryoichi Wada has been invited to the international conference “AI Grand Prix 2.0,” hosted by Malaysia’s Ministry of Communications, and is set to deliver a keynote and take part in a panel with the minister. Sanwa Construction and FUJIOH※1 jointly develop the “Built-in Oil Collector,” helping address oil fumes and reduce duct fire risks at food factorieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589581https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589581Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:45 +0900JapanPR TIMESSanwa Construction and FUJIOH have jointly developed the “Built-in Oil Collector,” an oil fume removal device for food factories. トクイテン begins operating its cherry tomato harvesting robothttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589582https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589582Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:40 +0900JapanPR TIMESトクイテン has begun routine operation of its cherry tomato harvesting robot, entering a new phase of agricultural automation. Coca-Cola automates warehouse cleaning by introducing Gausium cleaning robotshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589583https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589583Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:30 +0900JapanPR TIMESCoca-Cola has automated warehouse cleaning by introducing robots from Gausium. Notice regarding the appointment of candidates for new directors, including Audit and Supervisory Committee members, and changes to executive positions at シーラHDhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589584https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589584Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:11 +0900JapanPR TIMESシーラホールディングス announced executive appointments to strengthen its management structure. 360-degree omnidirectional mobility platform TriOrb raises ¥2.88 billion in Series B fundinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589585https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589585Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:07 +0900JapanPR TIMESTriOrb raises 2.88 billion JPY in Series B funding to scale production of its spherical-drive mobile platform and expand into the US market. The second installment of the new project celebrating your favorites, “Pie no Mi Oshi no Mori Project,” is “Pie no Mi’s first anime adaptation”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589617https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589617Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESLotte’s “Pie no Mi” gets its first anime adaptation and promotional campaign ◆Helping manage often-overlooked expiration dates◆ New “Date Check” feature supports food safetyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589616https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589616Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESUeno Food Techno has added a new feature to “Harecord” to prevent expiration date errors. エコロシティ enters into a business alliance with 一般社団法人大阪府宅地建物取引業協会 and 株式会社TENhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589615https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589615Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESエコロシティ has partnered with the Osaka Real Estate Transaction Association and others to launch a parking utilization service in Kansai. Eneliver surpasses a cumulative total of 1,000 EV charging portshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589614https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589614Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESEneliver reaches 1,400 EV charger installations, expanding mainly in multi-unit residential buildings through one-stop support. Making DX more accessible to manufacturers: Custom business improvement system “Kakanai” launches from ¥30,000 per monthhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589613https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589613Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESMountain Gorilla offers “Kakanai,” a DX system for manufacturers, from ¥30,000 per month. Yoshiyuki Taniguchi, former Financial Services Agency expert in corporate disclosure systems, joins the advisory board | Next-generation equity research “ENVALITH（エンヴァリス）”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589612https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589612Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社エンヴァリス has appointed Yoshiyuki Taniguchi, a former Financial Services Agency expert in corporate disclosure, to its advisory board. NE株式会社 executes first deal in its corporate venture capital businesshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589611https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589611Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESNE株式会社 launches its CVC business and makes a pre-Series A investment in 株式会社KLD as its first deal. Immersive exhibition “5min TOBACCO BREAK meets Ploom” exploring the value of smokers’ “5 minutes” to be held at 3 locations in Tokyohttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589610https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589610Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESKOSODO will hold an exhibition at THE TOBACCO themed around smokers’ “5 minutes.” Business financing matching service “Tascarri” officially launcheshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589609https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589609Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESCloud Loan has launched “Tascarri,” a financing matching service for the construction industry. Chance to earn up to 40,000 miles! Save with the web-exclusive JAL Card enrollment campaign!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589608https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589608Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESJAL Card is running a new-member campaign offering the chance to earn up to 40,000 miles. ミュージカル『テニスの王子様』4thシーズン 全国大会 青学（せいがく）vs立海 前編 6/1(月)からチケプラTradeで公式リセールスタート！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589607https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589607Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTicket Plus Trade has been introduced for the official resale of tickets to The Prince of Tennis Musical 4th Season National Tournament. Keyword Marketing launches an in-house program called “No Skip.” to subsidize employees’ personal costs for ad-supported paid plans on Netflix and ABEMA.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589606https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589606Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESKeyword Marketing introduces a new program to subsidize the cost of ad-supported plans on video streaming services. Sheila HD raises retirement age from 65 to 70.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589605https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589605Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESSheila HD raises the retirement age to 70, effective June 2026. “Mahjong Senryu 2026,” capturing everyday life through mahjong, opens for public submissions.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589604https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589604Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESSignal Talk opens submissions for “Mahjong Senryu 2026.” [Sell without getting wet in the rain] Spend a rainy-season day off selling books from home. Book Supply’s “Rainy Season Selling Debut Campaign” offers a 26% increase in purchase prices for a limited time in June.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589603https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589603Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESBook Supply is running a campaign offering a 26% increase in purchase prices for a limited time in June. Solar power corporate PPA service begins operating at Kasaoka Monopile Manufacturing, which produces foundation structures for offshore wind power.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589602https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589602Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESJFE Engineering launches a solar power PPA at Kasaoka Monopile Manufacturing, creating a decarbonization cycle in which renewable energy facilities are manufactured using renewable energy. Voicy reaches 1,000 broadcasts! Free commemorative seminars and campaigns to be held.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589601https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589601Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTrainocate is holding a free seminar and a training discount campaign to mark its 1,000th Voicy broadcast. Tottori’s wild rock oyster “Natsuki” begins its first shipments of the season on June 1: “If the knife goes in, you win!”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589600https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589600Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTottori’s wild rock oyster “Natsuki” begins shipping on June 1. Its appeal will be promoted through branding and video. Get your questions answered on the spot! [Free online seminar | June 23 (Tue.), 14:00] Key points for creating surveys: What are sample size and reliability?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589599https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589599Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESiBridge will hold a basic seminar on marketing research on June 23. Retreat-style hotel “FUTATABI FUTABA FUKUSHIMA” opens in Futaba, Fukushima.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589598https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589598Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESDaiwa LifeNext opens a retreat-style hotel in Futaba, Fukushima Prefecture. Notice of change to the management structure of paiza株式会社https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589597https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589597Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESpaiza株式会社 changes its management structure. Hiroki Usui appointed executive officer. ドリーム・アーツ joins the Japan Business Federation (Keidanren) — leveraging its expertise in DX for large enterprises to create value across industries and strengthen competitiveness.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589596https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589596Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESドリーム・アーツ joins Keidanren, aiming to strengthen industry competitiveness by leveraging its expertise in DX for large enterprises. Notice of official club partner agreement with human joint 株式会社https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589595https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589595Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMEShuman joint 株式会社 signs a partner agreement with 福島ユナイテッドFC. Call for entries for the 37th Yanmar Student Essay and Composition Contesthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589594https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589594Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESヤンマーアグリ invites students to submit essays and compositions for a competition. THE RAMPAGE’s Hokuto Yoshino and Takahide Suzuki visit the FM AICHI studio! Special program “FM AICHI SUNDAY SPECIAL feat. THE RAMPAGE” airs June 7 (Sun.) at 19:00!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589593https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589593Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESA special radio program featuring members of THE RAMPAGE will air. [Company Law Affairs A2Z] Updating corporate legal affairs with people at the center. June 2026 issue now available!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589592https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589592Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe June issue of Company Law Affairs A2Z, a magazine specializing in corporate legal affairs, is now available. [A gift for everyone eligible] A great-value “Vanilla Visa/Visa eGift Campaign”! Get a Visa eGift worth 500 yen with your purchase!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589591https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589591Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESSeven-Eleven is running a Visa gift campaign. [BS Nippon Television] A broadcast has been scheduled for “Delicious Recipes from the Oman Embassy Chef,” exploring the little-known culinary country of Oman! The program will also be available on TVer after broadcast.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589590https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589590Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESBS日テレ to air a program on Omani cuisine. 大阪府和泉市とさとふる、「桃山学院大学」や池上曽根史跡公園の整備、「和泉テクノFC」支援など、3事業への寄付受け付けを開始https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589589https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589589Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESIzumi City, Osaka Prefecture, begins soliciting donations for 3 local revitalization projects through Satofull. [From June 1] Streaming begins for “Succession × Investment × Subsidies: Easy to Use When You Find the Right Fit! 15th Business Succession M&A Subsidy Seminar [Free Public Access]” [Subsidies Now]https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589588https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589588Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESNavit begins streaming a free seminar on business succession M&A subsidies. Chidori’s Daigo unexpectedly takes down QuizKnock’s Fukura P in a “calculation problem”! “What have you been studying?” Chidori’s Nob says, “It’s like Slumdog Millionaire”; an intense showdown over guessing the number of “stacked-up” medals!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589587https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589587Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESA quiz showdown between Daigo of Chidori and Fukura P of QuizKnock livened up the program, with Daigo winning through his unique intuition. A new product from “Welcome to the Pie no Mi Oshino Forest!” arrives!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589586https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589586Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESCharacter merchandise launches from a new “Pie no Mi” project. Leave illegal mopeds behind. Just as easy to use. Campaign launches to help riders switch to the sole specified small moped, “ENNE ZERO.”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589219https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589219Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:27:49 +0900JapanPR TIMESENNE株式会社 launches a campaign to help riders switch to the specified small moped “ENNE ZERO.” The company aims to expand the market with a pedal-equipped model that addresses technical challenges. Ishikawa soul food Champion Curry launches “66 Curry,” a thank-you initiative ahead of its 66th anniversary. The 1st installment adds 66g of cheese to an L-size cutlet curry at no extra cost.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589221https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589221Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:27:45 +0900JapanPR TIMESChampion Curry is offering a curry topped with 66g of cheese for a limited time to mark its 66th anniversary. [June 6 only] A special hometown tax donation booth will open at the hydrangea festival in Kaisei, Kanagawa Prefecture. Pay on site and receive popular local products on the spot!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589222https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589222Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:24:35 +0900JapanPR TIMESKaisei, Kanagawa Prefecture, will introduce Genchi, an on-site payment hometown tax donation service, at the “2026 Kaisei Hydrangea Festival,” allowing visitors to make donations and receive gifts on the spot. 住信SBIネット銀行 launches a platinum debit card annual fee cashback campaign.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589223https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589223Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:23:44 +0900JapanPR TIMES住信SBIネット銀行 launches an annual fee cashback campaign for its platinum debit card. UPDF holds a “PDF Day Commemorative Campaign,” offering up to 47% off plus bonus AI features.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589224https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589224Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:23:43 +0900JapanPR TIMESSuperace Software is running a discount campaign for UPDF to mark PDF Day. [三浦工業株式会社] Miura Co. establishes a “Heat, Water and Environment” collaborative research institute with Tohoku University.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589225https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589225Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:23:22 +0900JapanPR TIMESMiura Co. and Tohoku University establish a collaborative research institute in the fields of heat, water and the environment. The industry-academia partnership will advance technology development with an eye toward real-world implementation. Synology announces the launch of the new FlashStation FS200T.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589227https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589227Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:22:28 +0900JapanPR TIMESSynology launches the all-flash NAS “FS200T” for homes and small offices. 〈Japan Cancer Society〉 Opens Applications for Cancer Screening Research Grants! Deadline: End of Augusthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589228https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589228Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:22:27 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Japan Cancer Society has opened applications for its 2026 cancer screening research grant program, offering researchers grants of up to 3 million yen. M&A Online launches special site “恩故知新” today (June 1)—a media platform tracing the gratitude and wisdom gained by business leaders and passing them on to the next generationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589229https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589229Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:21:27 +0900JapanPR TIMESM&A Online has launched a new site, “恩故知新.” 内閣衛星情報センター has decided to hire candidates for management positions to play central roles in the organization through En’s “Social Impact Recruitment Project.”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589230https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589230Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:20:58 +0900JapanPR TIMES内閣衛星情報センター has hired candidates for management positions with support from エン. For summer UV protection, too! New hybrid BB cream “ADPT A TONE” for men’s discreet skincare now available for presale on Makuake! Up to 52% off!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589234https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589234Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:20:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESモント・リッチ is offering its men’s BB cream “ADPT A TONE” for presale on Makuake. It features skin-tone adaptation technology. Introducing “クレオ,” a new oral care series focused on the balance of bacteria in the mouth! Toothpaste and mouthwash go on sale June 1.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589233https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589233Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:20:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESニナファームジャポン has launched the “クレオ” oral care series, which focuses on the balance of bacteria in the mouth. Feature: “Flood Preparedness We Can All Work On”—Thinking about the “safe and secure life” that is always there during the rainy season.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589232https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589232Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:20:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Tokyo Metropolitan Government is featuring flood preparedness in its June public information bulletin and calling on residents to raise their disaster preparedness awareness. “Pride Action30” project surpasses 100 supporting partners during Pride Monthhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589231https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589231Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:20:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESPanasonic Connect and Pride House Tokyo announced that the number of partner companies for “Pride Action30” has reached 106. [TAC Chuo University Station School] Recommended for university students! Online seminar on becoming a certified public accountant or licensed tax accountant on June 23 (Tue), 17:30https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589235https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589235Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:17:12 +0900JapanPR TIMESTAC will hold an online seminar for university students on becoming certified public accountants and licensed tax accountants on June 23. It aims to support young people in obtaining qualifications. [aim Sapporo Store / aim Harajuku Store] Special events to celebrate appearances at Fashion Week to be held simultaneously!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589236https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589236Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:17:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESaim’s Sapporo and Harajuku stores will hold events to celebrate their Fashion Week appearances, offering contract-signing benefits and outfit try-ons. [Pro Human Resources Organization] Achieves year-on-year sales of 122.7% in its 3rd fiscal yearhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589237https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589237Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:16:44 +0900JapanPR TIMESPro Human Resources Organization achieved sales growth of 122.7% in its 3rd fiscal year and increased its capital. It will strengthen support for regional business succession by utilizing senior talent. [TAC Chuo University Station School] Recommended for university students! “In times like these, gain practical skills! The current state and future of the accounting industry and job-hunting issues, explained by a career consultant” Online seminar on June 26 (Fri), 17:30https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589239https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589239Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:16:36 +0900JapanPR TIMESNippon Steel Trading showcases Skygauge inspection drones at Japan Drone 2026. Non-destructive inspection drones from Canada’s Skugauge Robotics to be exhibited at Japan Drone 2026, the 11th major specialized drone exhibitionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589240https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589240Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:16:22 +0900JapanPR TIMES日鉄物産 will exhibit Skygauge Robotics’ non-destructive inspection drones at Japan Drone 2026, helping improve the efficiency of infrastructure inspections. Quemix and Mitsui Kinzoku develop new technology for materials calculations on quantum computershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589242https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589242Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:16:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESQuemix and Mitsui Kinzoku developed QAVG, a quantum computing technology for efficient material simulation. 住信SBIネット銀行 launches the first “hybrid-type home loan” among megabanks and online bankshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589243https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589243Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:15:48 +0900JapanPR TIMES住信SBIネット銀行 will begin offering a “home loan combining a lump-sum repayment on a specified date” on June 1, 2026, a first among megabanks and online banks. Sponsoring the Pacific Music Festival 2026, with concerts and special exhibitions to be held at Yamaha Ginza Storehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589245https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589245Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:15:39 +0900JapanPR TIMESYamaha Music Japan announced its sponsorship of PMF2026 and plans to hold related events. Quemix, Toyota, Toyota Central R&D Labs, and the University of Tokyo present an efficient “task distribution” method in a demonstration study of quantum chemistry calculations using a classical-quantum hybrid computerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589246https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n589246Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:15:08 +0900JapanPR TIMESQuemix, Toyota, Toyota Central R&D Labs, and the University of Tokyo demonstrated an efficient task distribution method for hybrid classical-quantum computing in quantum chemistry. 【aimme 札幌店】卒業式まであと10ヶ月！10代のトレンドを牽引する振袖・袴ブランドが、2週間限定の特別なフェア『The 10-Month COUNTDOWN FAIR』を開催。https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588708https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588708Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:14:52 +0900JapanPR TIMESaimme’s Sapporo store is holding a limited-time fair ahead of graduation ceremonies to encourage early outfit reservations. Extending molecular dynamics calculations that support materials development and drug discovery to a quantum computing platformhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588709https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588709Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:14:23 +0900JapanPR TIMESQuemix and Denso developed a hybrid quantum-classical MD framework for high-precision chemical state prediction. 住信SBIネット銀行 begins accepting direct debit payments for social insurance premiums and National Pension premiums—expanding into pensions after adding tax and public utility paymentshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588710https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588710Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:13:56 +0900JapanPR TIMES住信SBIネット銀行 has begun accepting direct debit payments for social insurance premiums and National Pension premiums. Challenge the undisputed ruler of the deep sea with “new, unusual, and extraordinary” brainpower! BLDB launches the “Steampunk Giant Squid” in Japanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588711https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588711Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:11:43 +0900JapanPR TIMESBLDB has launched the precision metal puzzle “Steampunk Giant Squid” and is running a discount campaign. Selected as a “Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism PPP Partner (Individual Consultation Partner)” (newsletter)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588712https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588712Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:11:08 +0900JapanPR TIMES大和ハウス工業 has been selected as an individual consultation partner for PPP by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism. Capital Launchers and Indobox sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on supporting and collaborating on Japan-India cross-border businesshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588713https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588713Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:10:39 +0900JapanPR TIMESCapital Launchers and Indobox have signed an MOU to support Japan-India business. Applications open for the 2026 edition of “Innovators Under 35 Japan,” the global award organized by MITテクノロジーレビューhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588715https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588715Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:10:06 +0900JapanPR TIMESApplications are now open for “Innovators Under 35 Japan 2026,” organized by MITテクノロジーレビュー. New car registrations disrupted by the abolition of the environmental performance tax, while structural supply-demand tightness continues in the used car market / Used Car Market Statistics Report (April 2026 edition)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588714https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588714Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:10:06 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Used Car Market Statistics Report (April 2026 edition) has been released. New car registrations surged, while supply and demand for used cars remained tight. For the June bride season, turn milestones from marriage and childbirth to everyday anniversaries into lasting keepsakes. “New Service Launch Commemorative Campaign”—10 people will be selected by lottery to receive an Amazon gift card worth 1,000 yenhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588716https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588716Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:10:04 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社サムライソード is running a giveaway campaign on X to celebrate “My Series” surpassing 20 million uses and the launch of a new service. 株式会社river reports results for its 2nd fiscal yearhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588732https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588732Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESriver, which supports public-private partnerships, expects sales of more than 30 million yen in its 2nd fiscal year and is strengthening its matching service. 6 athletes from A.S.WAKABA selected as provisional members of Japan’s sepaktakraw team for the 20th Asian Games (Aichi-Nagoya 2026)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588731https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588731Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES6 athletes from sepaktakraw team A.S.WAKABA named provisional members of Japan’s Asian Games team. Launch of data integration for music-related event information in “Music City Kawasaki”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588730https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588730Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社インフォモーション deploys an AI event information aggregation service for “Music City Kawasaki,” improving operational efficiency and the comprehensiveness of information. ダイワボウ情報システム株式会社 and Sansan株式会社 announce signing of sales agency agreement for accounting AX service “Bill One”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588729https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588729Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESダイワボウ情報システム and Sansan sign sales agency agreement for Bill One. Making “invisible opportunity losses” in the AI search era visible: 株式会社プリンシプル launches new “LLMO Light Monitoring” servicehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588728https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588728Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社プリンシプル launches “LLMO Light Monitoring,” a service that visualizes AI search and generative AI responses. [Article announcement] Published “The Latest Hiring Strategies in Deep Tech: Insights from Professionals in AI Talent Recruitment, with a Focus on AI Engineers — How to Find Rare Talent Not on the Job Market Through Academic Papers and Social Media”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588727https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588727Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ノックラーン publishes an interview article explaining hiring strategies for scarce talent in AI and deep tech. AI finance company Quants surpasses 8,000 rental units covered by guarantees using AI credit screeninghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588726https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588726Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESRental guarantee coverage using AI credit screening surpasses 8,000 units. Fileforce overhauls its file-sharing featureshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588725https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588725Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESFileforce updates file sharing features and introduces an 'Upload Link' for secure external file reception without accounts. Tokyo Denki University, School of Science and Technology for Future Life, Department of Architecture to hold FA Lecture “Decorative Spaces That Evoke Emotion”; speakers: 向山裕二 and 笹田侑志 (architects/co-directors of “ULTRA STUDIO”)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588724https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588724Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTokyo Denki University will hold a Department of Architecture FA Lecture on July 10, 2026, featuring architecture collective “ULTRA STUDIO.” The longest size ever for Unajiro! Ichimasa Kamaboko launches “Super Long Unajiro: Eel Kabayaki-Style”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588723https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588723Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES一正蒲鉾 will launch “Super Long Unajiro,” its longest-ever eel-style processed fish product, for a limited time. “Aoshima Tech Water Rescue and Marine Conservation Academy,” a hands-on marine conservation and technology event for the next generation of junior high school studentshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588722https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588722Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESワクセル株式会社 co-hosts a hands-on marine conservation and technology event for junior high school students in Miyazaki City. Entries open for the 17th Kao International Environment Painting Contest for Childrenhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588721https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588721Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESKao opens entries for the 17th International Environment Painting Contest for Children and introduces digital submissions. Kracie develops its proprietary ingredient “Liposome Fermentation Drip™” — a delivery technology that brings the benefits of fermentation deep into the skinhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588720https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588720Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESKracie develops “Liposome Fermentation Drip™,” a new technology that encapsulates fermented ingredients in multilayer liposomes. The company aims to commercialize it in fall 2026. Popular creators gather! “Creators Flea Market 2” unveils its vendor map and exclusive collaborations!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588719https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588719Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESUUUM announces details for 'Creators Flea Market 2' in Odaiba, featuring 77 creator/brand booths, collaborations, and simultaneous large-scale festivals. To celebrate its 15th anniversary, 【東京ミルクチーズ工場】 will launch its luxurious “Quattro Cheese Cookies,” made with 4 types of cheese, starting July 1 (Wed.).https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588718https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588718Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES東京ミルクチーズ工場 launches new “Quattro Cheese Cookies” to mark its 15th anniversary. TIS and インテック add transaction authentication to their phone number-based identity verification service, “Phone Authentication Service”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588717https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588717Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTIS and INTEC launched a transaction authentication feature for their phone-based identity verification service to prevent unauthorized transactions. One year since the “NERV Designated Disaster Preparedness Stockpile Plan,” a joint project by Gehirn and Kharahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588733https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588733Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:07:15 +0900JapanPR TIMESGehirn and Khara mark the 1st anniversary of the “NERV Designated Disaster Preparedness Stockpile Plan,” announcing an expanded product lineup and a call for new participating manufacturers. “Omuraisutei” Appreciation Campaign, June 6 (Sat.) to June 8 (Mon.)!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588734https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588734Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:06:40 +0900JapanPR TIMESOmuraisutei will hold a discount coupon giveaway campaign at 29 locations nationwide to mark the June 6 anniversary. Construction begins on the “(tentative name) Yokohama Yamashita-cho Project”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588735https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-09/index-en.html#n588735Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:06:39 +0900JapanPR TIMESNTT Urban Development begins work on a mixed-use building in Yamashita-cho, Naka Ward, Yokohama. The building will house an education center and offices, with completion scheduled for February 2029.