A Regional Revitalization Cooperation Corps DAO launches in Tsurugi, Tokushima Prefecture, aiming to address local issues and foster connections with the region
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Tsurugi, Tokushima Prefecture, has partnered with 株式会社あるやうむ to introduce a Regional Revitalization Cooperation Corps DAO. The initiative aims to harness young talent and use Web3 technology to foster connections with the region.
LIVE AZUMA 2026, one of Fukushima’s largest music festivals, announces its 3rd artist lineup and daily schedule for its 5th anniversary event this year!
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LIVE AZUMA 2026 announces 3rd lineup and daily schedule for its 5th anniversary event in Fukushima.
Orders open for trading glitter badges, key visual F3-size canvas boards and other goods from the TV anime Shunkashuutou Daikousha: Haru no Mai, available from AMNIBUS, which sells original anime and manga merchandise.
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Almabianca opens orders for 8 items from the anime Shunkashuutou Daikousha: Haru no Mai on AMNIBUS.
Furuhashi Kenichi, associate professor at the University of Tokyo Graduate School of Agricultural and Life Sciences, appointed technical adviser to ecotas Compost — bringing technical expertise to address odor and ease of use in home composting as the service expands nationwide —
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GreeBIZ appoints a University of Tokyo associate professor as technical adviser to ecotas Compost.
[Tax accountant Sugawara-kun and Katsutomi appointed ambassadors] [Japan’s first] Caffeine-free new-generation clean energy drink “AURUM,” made with rare Cordyceps sinensis, launches crowdfunding
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ビライフ株式会社 launches crowdfunding for its new-generation energy drink “AURUM.”
【Shinzo Abe Retrospective】Exhibition set to open in Tokyo on July 4 and Nara on July 17! Key visual and event details unveiled for the first time; advance tickets now on sale.
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Details announced and ticket sales begin for the “Shinzo Abe Retrospective” exhibition.
WorkX opens a new floor at Ebisu Garden Place Tower. Amid rapid growth, the company is expanding its office from the 20th floor to the 14th floor as well, bringing its total to 2 floors.
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株式会社WorkX expands its office at Ebisu Garden Place Tower in response to business growth, moving to a 2-floor setup.
“Regional Revitalization Cooperation Corps DAO” launches in 北海道剣淵町, aiming to address local challenges and build ties with people outside the community
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北海道剣淵町 and Aluyaumu launch the “Regional Revitalization Cooperation Corps DAO,” leveraging Web3 technology to build ties with people outside the community and address local challenges.
【First in Fukushima Prefecture】Regional Revitalization Cooperation Corps DAO launches in Showa Village, Fukushima Prefecture, aiming to address local challenges and build ties with people outside the community
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Showa Village, Fukushima Prefecture, partners with 株式会社あるやうむ to launch the “Regional Revitalization Cooperation Corps DAO” in June 2026, aiming to build ties with people outside the community through digital technology.
【Happy Socks】A special gift for Father’s Day on June 21 (Sunday)! The “Father’s Day Collection,” a way to show Dad your appreciation from the ground up, is now on sale to great reviews!
【Customer Appreciation Festival】Luxury prizes, including catalog gifts worth 50,000 yen featuring local specialties, will be awarded by lottery to up to 2,100 people!
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Monteroza launches a large-scale campaign in partnership with Kirin Beer’s “Harekaze.”
【Ready to use today!】A seminar to strengthen recruiting skills for new hiring managers — a thorough guide from writing job postings to interviews
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キャリアデザインセンター holds a seminar for new hiring managers on strengthening recruiting skills, covering everything from writing job postings to conducting interviews.
The signature “Tempura Senbei” crackers from long-established confectioner 築地ちとせ, in business since the Taisho era, have been revamped with ingredients reconsidered from the ground up for even better flavor.
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築地ちとせ has revamped its signature “Tempura Senbei” crackers with updated ingredients. The lineup also includes Haneda Airport exclusives and limited-time flavors.
Shota Kobayashi, Misaki Tanaka, Anri Isobe, Tsuyoshi Matsubara, Akira Kasatani and Kanae Tamiya to appear in the musical “I Was Dumped Because I Was Deemed Useless for Being Unable to Use Spirit Magic, So I Chose Exile Rather Than Becoming My Stepsister’s Slave”!
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Additional cast members and ticket information have been announced for the musical “I Was Jilted Because I Was Deemed Useless for Being Unable to Use Spirit Magic, So I Chose Exile Rather Than Becoming My Stepsister’s Slave,” produced by 株式会社HIKE.
The 57th Seiun Awards: Iori Miyazawa’s “Tokitoki Channel: I Tried Making Weather That Doesn’t Exist” wins in the Japanese Short Story category, while R. F. Kuang’s Babel and Alastair Reynolds’ Eversion jointly win in the Best Translated Novel category!
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Winners of the 57th Seiun Awards have been announced, including Iori Miyazawa’s “Tokitoki Channel: I Tried Making Weather That Doesn’t Exist.” This marks the first time works from 東京創元社 have won simultaneously.
Rice-planting event: A circular rice paddy project using elephant manure compost. Organized by 市原ぞうの国 × 星野農園高滝湖 × スースー・アグリ × Takataki Lake Glamping Resort.
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Takataki Lake Glamping Resort and 4 other companies held a circular rice-planting event using elephant manure compost. They aim to revitalize the region through a sustainable agricultural experience making use of local resources.
A spectacular restaurant overlooking Awaji Island and the Naruto Strait launches a seasonal course showcasing the early summer flavors of Awaji Island.
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ホテルアナガ has begun serving its innovative French course for early summer 2026.
“SmartDrive Fleet Basic,” which supports alcohol check management via the web and smartphones, will be renamed “SmartDrive Alcohol Check” starting June 1, 2026 (Monday).
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SmartDrive rebrands “SmartDrive Fleet Basic” to “SmartDrive Alcohol Check” effective June 1, 2026, to clarify service offerings and support compliance.
Rakuten launches a collaboration campaign with the anime “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba” across Rakuten Books, Rakuten Mobile, Rakuten Fashion, Super Point Screen, Rakuten Kobo and moflog.
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Rakuten Group has teamed up with the anime “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba” to launch a cross-service campaign across 6 of its services.
横濱コーポレーション, a comprehensive real estate company boasting a 99.69% occupancy rate thanks to its outstanding ability to attract tenants, opens a Tokyo branch! The company will strengthen real estate investment consulting for investors and pursue further business expansion.
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横濱コーポレーション has opened a branch in Yaesu, Tokyo, as it seeks to expand its business.
PV and character information for the all-new smartphone game “Chrono Restaurant: In Search of the Recipe of Memories” have been released on the official website.
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Tokyo Hammock has released the PV and character information for its new game “Chrono Restaurant.”
LINE Gift releases a Father’s Day feature to help with the challenge of choosing a gift.
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LY Corporation has launched its 2026 Father’s Day feature on LINE Gift. It aims to boost gift demand with exchangeable gifts, various discount coupons and campaigns.
3 projects from the 107th GARAGE Program—including a fragrance based on Kampo medicine, an e-commerce service with 1% blockchain transaction fees, and an acoustic space for experiencing paintings by listening—join 100BANCH.
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100BANCH selects three new projects for its 107th GARAGE Program, focusing on Web3, art, and wellness.
A series of official “Attack on Titan” Roblox titles launches! The 3rd installment is “Attack on Titan Tycoon,” where players build a city and defend it from Titans.
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GeekOut releases “Attack On Titan Tycoon” on Roblox, developed by Bulk Games as part of an official IP contest.
“Agekome NOTE,” a short drama starring Aiki Taniguchi of Sakurazaka46 and supervised by Kozo Nagayama, known for his work on numerous hit dramas, will be released in late June as part of the “SPRIX Exam-Season Support Project.”
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SPRIX has produced “Agekome NOTE,” a short drama supporting students preparing for entrance exams.
2.5-dimensional visual kei singer group “Knight X - Knight X -” collaborates with ZOZOTOWN! Limited-edition items featuring specially drawn illustrations go on sale June 8.
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Preorders begin for collaboration items from Knight X - Knight X - and ZOZOTOWN.
First lineup announced for “Garafes Ueno Landing Operation Summer,” taking place Aug. 8 and 9: former BEYOOOOONDS member Yumeha Yamazaki, Hitori de Dekirumon, Ḍākinee (ダーキニー) and others
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The first performers have been announced for “Garafes Ueno Landing Operation Summer,” a music, dance and idol event taking place at Ueno Park on Aug. 8 and 9.
Trust and Safety Association begins preparations to establish the Japan Anti-Scam Alliance (JASA) to significantly strengthen online scam prevention in Japan
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JTSA begins preparations to establish the Japan Anti-Scam Alliance (JASA) in partnership with Google and Trend Micro.
Reeve Yokohama, affiliated with the Japan Beach Soccer Federation, announces the establishment of a corporation, moving to a new structure aimed at improving competitive performance and contributing to the community
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Reeve Yokohama establishes a corporation and moves to a new structure.
イミロン, which is developing infrastructure to ensure the safety of autonomous driving and physical AI, raises a total of ¥140 million in a pre-Series A round
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イミロン raises ¥140 million in a pre-Series A round to strengthen its AI verification platform.
[Campaign underway] No need to handle security measures for internal knowledge management yourself anymore. Get up to 1 year free when switching to GROWI.cloud!
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株式会社GROWI is running a campaign exclusively in June to support migration from on-premises environments to the cloud version, “GROWI.cloud.”
There are no adults on the field. Crowdfunding launched to provide tournament uniforms to all the junior high school students participating in “Deportare,” a baseball tournament played solely by junior high school students
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SIS Academy launches crowdfunding to produce uniforms for a junior high school baseball tournament.
June 1 is Muhi Day. Lanterns, fireworks and stage performers announced for “Muhi Centennial Festival,” an event celebrating 100 years since the launch of Muhi under the night sky in Toyama
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Ikeda Mohando will hold the “Muhi Centennial Festival” in Toyama to mark the 100th anniversary of Muhi.
Dual Bridge Capital, whose mission is to “foster outstanding business leaders representing generations and industries,” announces the establishment of Fund 2, featuring M&A support and other services
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Dual Bridge Capital establishes Fund 2 with a target size of ¥10 billion and begins investing in 旭東ホールディングス.
Taking accessibility in the performing arts to the next stage: Palabra conducts joint trial of accessible subtitles using next-generation smart glasses “SABERA”
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Palabra and jig.jp conducted a joint trial using 'SABERA' smart glasses to provide real-time subtitles for theatrical performances, aiming to improve accessibility.
[First in Japan] Official collaboration between New Era and the Akagawa Fireworks Festival announced! Produced by 新創社, limited-edition caps and seats with special perks to go on sale
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The Akagawa Fireworks Festival and NEW ERA® have launched their first-ever official collaboration. Limited-edition caps and viewing seats will be available for purchase.
リバランス rolls out “AIQfit,” an AI learning resource for tutoring schools, nationwide. It features automated reasonable accommodations and exclusive regional contracts.
[KAMU kanazawa] Artist Yuken Teruya, who subtly embeds social issues in beautiful, incisive works, to present 3 new and earlier works at the intersection of a 30-year career and social change, beginning June 16, 2026
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OriginalKAMU kanazawa hosts a 30-year retrospective of artist Yuken Teruya, featuring three works exploring Okinawa's social history, alongside local collaborations in Kanazawa.
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[Survey on Decision-Making and Costs at Funerals] The National Consumer Affairs Center of Japan issues a warning: amid concerns over funeral costs, nearly 80% do not compare options, and nearly 40% make decisions within 3 hours.
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A survey on decision-making and costs at funerals found that decisions are often made in a short time, understanding of costs is limited, and AI is being used.
インターコンチネンタル札幌 has begun selling limited accommodation plans for the Toyohira River fireworks display on July 31, 2026. It offers 3 plans with views from river-view rooms.
“おうちごはん,” a food and table-setting media outlet with more than 1 million total social media followers, celebrates its 10th anniversary! First large-scale in-person event announced, with sponsors now being sought.
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“おうちごはん,” a media outlet operated by ABC Style, announced a large-scale event in Marunouchi in September to mark its 10th anniversary and a call for sponsors.
SIMPLISSE makes its first limited-time appearance in the “Next Trend Zone” at 7 @cosme stores. New products, including “SIMPLISSE Electrolyte,” and limited-edition sets will be available.
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SIMPLISSE launches a limited-time pop-up at 7 @cosme stores featuring new electrolyte products and social media campaigns.