AI News 180m Report｜2026-06-01 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 7 of 9https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 760 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 72 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en Announcement of the launch of amanatsu orange manju.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592605https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592605Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA long-established Japanese confectionery shop has launched seasonal amanatsu orange manju. 株式会社プレサンス establishes the tagline “Straightforward in building homes.”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592604https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592604Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社プレサンス has established a new tagline, “Straightforward in building homes,” and refreshed its brand identity. [Ibaraki Prefecture | 水戸プラザホテル] Accommodation plan with viewing seats for the Mito Kairakuen Fireworks Festival on July 25 now on sale.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592603https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592603Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES水戸プラザホテル has announced an accommodation plan with viewing seats for the Mito Kairakuen Fireworks Festival on July 25, 2026. node hotel to host Tiffany Buel solo exhibition “respiration.”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592602https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592602Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTiffany Buel’s solo exhibition “respiration” to be held at node hotel. RUNTEQ launches its “Claude Code Course,” a practical curriculum designed to dramatically reduce work hours in 3 months.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592601https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592601Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESRUNTEQ launches a 3-month 'Claude Code' course for non-engineers to automate business tasks. The “Buy an AMAHAGAN Whisky Highball Can blended with sherry cask-matured whisky for a chance to win an AMAHAGAN mini bottle—one of 100 winners!” social media campaign starts June 2 (Tuesday).https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592600https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592600Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAMAHAGAN Whisky Highball Can launch and social media campaign 代々木アニメーショングループ invests in ラブキャラ, the IP studio behind the “Love Type Diagnosis” quiz, which has recorded a cumulative 80 million diagnoseshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592599https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592599Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES代々木アニメーショングループ invests in ラブキャラ [Showdown] After the F×D interleague game, the action moves off the field! HBC’s “Ganseka DE Night” and CBC’s “Moedora ch” to hold their first joint live stream!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592598https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592598Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESHBC and CBC to hold a joint live stream for the pro baseball interleague series Notice: Seminar on employment of people with disabilities for businesses to be held June 23 (Tuesday)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592597https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592597Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESNotice: Seminar on employment of people with disabilities for businesses to be held. Hideki Shiozuka appointed country manager of o9ソリューションズ Japanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592596https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592596Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESo9ソリューションズ Japan appoints Hideki Shiozuka as country manager. “ジーニッシュマニキュア,” an advanced manicure concept with 60-second drying and a gel-inspired formula; a smoky pink with multicolor glitter to celebrate ハンズ’ 50th anniversary, available exclusively at ハンズ from June 26 (Friday)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592595https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592595Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESハンズ to launch limited-edition manicure commemorating its 50th anniversary. Notice: Sales begin for a new model of the ultra-lightweight, ultra-thin “Flexible Solar G+” solar modulehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592594https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592594Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSales begin for a new model of an ultra-lightweight, ultra-thin solar module. The 48th Leitz Photographica Auctionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592593https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592593Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESLeica Camera AG announces the 48th Leitz Photographica Auction in Wetzlar, featuring rare historical cameras and equipment. 株式会社Kiii steps up hiring as its business expandshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592592https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592592Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESHiring to be stepped up in response to business expansion. Book “Goodbye, Integrated Report” to go on sale June 1, 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592591https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592591Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ウィルズ and Panhouse publish a book that addresses challenges in integrated reporting and proposes next-generation corporate reporting using AI. HoloLab creates a digital archive of chair researcher Kenji Oda’s home using 3D Gaussian Splattinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592590https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592590Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESHoloLab digitizes chair researcher Kenji Oda’s home as a digital archive using 3DGS technology. Contemporary art museum KAMU kanazawa × Mitani Sangyo: second installment of the flag art project “TOWN hack Flag Art Project with MITANISANGYO”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592589https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592589Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESMitani Sangyo and KAMU kanazawa launch a project to fly Teruya Yuken’s artwork “Sky Thief” as a flag at the company’s Kanazawa headquarters. Intercosmos to exhibit at “DSJ2026 Digital Signage Japan” on June 10 (Wednesday)–June 12 (Friday) at Makuhari Messe!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592588https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592588Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESIntercosmos will exhibit at Digital Signage Japan 2026 at Makuhari Messe, showcasing the latest LED displays and hologram technology. —5 days of enjoying Japanese craft beer with DREAMBEER— “Craft Beer Election 2026 in Okachimachi” to be held June 10 (Wednesday)–14 (Sunday)!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592587https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592587Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESDREAMBEER hosts a craft beer festival in Okachimachi, Tokyo, featuring 20 selected brands from 90 breweries. COCO VILLA makes its first entry into Shikoku. A sauna-equipped villa in Kagawa that accommodates up to 14 guests offers exclusive views of the many islands of the Seto Inland Sea through a wall of windows | Vacation home investment “COCO VILLA Owners”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592586https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592586Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESココザス begins sales of a large sauna-equipped villa in Mitoyo, Kagawa Prefecture. The property marks COCO VILLA’s first entry into Shikoku, with the aim of capturing inbound demand. INCLUSIVE Holdings group restructuringhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592585https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592585Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESINCLUSIVE Holdings group restructures its subsidiaries and strengthens its Branded Placemaking business. Enjoy SNOOPY Chocolat chocolate at home this summer♪https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592584https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592584Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSNOOPY Chocolat launches a summer novelty campaign offering an original tumbler for online purchases over 5,000 JPY. Momentum to speak at seminar “In the AI era, how should we think about ‘human involvement’ in BtoB marketing? —12 customer experience designs for marketers to consider in 2026—”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592583https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592583Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESMomentum株式会社 will speak at a BtoB marketing seminar and discuss customer experience design in the AI era. Her lip to, celebrating its 8th anniversary, to hold its anniversary event, “SUMMER COLLECTION 26 ‘La Dolce Vita,’” in Tokyo and Osaka.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592582https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592582Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESHer lip to to hold 8th anniversary events in Tokyo and Osaka. From “Honkai Impact 3rd,” the “Elysia 1/7 Scale Figure: Hi ♥ Love Fairy Ver.” is here!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592581https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592581Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPreorders open for an Elysia figure from “Honkai Impact 3rd.” ZAIKO and Vizualize announce strategic partnership to expand Japanese IP content and promote the live entertainment business in Hong Konghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592580https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592580Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESZAIKO and Vizualize announce a strategic partnership to accelerate live entertainment streaming between Japan and Hong Kong. [MYTREX] Campaign for self-care to ease rainy-season discomfort and care for the head and neck area launches June 3https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592579https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592579Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESMYTREX launches a rainy-season self-care campaign. THINGS THAT MATTER unveils new “FLOW WEAR” line and will hold a pop-up store in Minami-Aoyama, Omotesando, for 4 days starting June 5 (Friday)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592578https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592578Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTHINGS THAT MATTER launches new 'FLOW WEAR' line with a pop-up event in Omotesando. [Joint project with Japan Chikudenchi] Development of battery storage facilities at 7 locations nationwide advances; a 2MW grid-scale battery storage facility in Kama, Fukuoka Prefecture, begins receiving powerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592577https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592577Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESRemixpoint and Nippon Chikudenchi start power reception at the 2MW NC Kuchiharu Battery Storage Station in Fukuoka. Launch of “Agentforce Laboratory,” a YouTube channel sharing know-how on using Agentforcehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592576https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592576Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESBellface launches 'Agentforce Laboratory' YouTube channel to share expertise on Salesforce AI agents. FastLabel’s open-source application “OpenLUTRA (Lutra),” which enables reliable data collection, adds support for “OpenArm 2.0”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592575https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592575Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFastLabel's OpenLUTRA now supports Enactic's OpenArm 2.0, streamlining robotic data collection. Notice of launch of a joint research project on dietary guidance and nutrition support with 鎌倉女子大学https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592574https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592574Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES鎌倉インターナショナルFC and 鎌倉女子大学 launch a joint research project on food education and nutrition support for junior youth players. AXXZIA wins “Annual Breakthrough Innovator” award on Tmall Global（天猫国際）, one of China’s largest cross-border e-commerce platforms.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592573https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592573Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAXXZIA wins “Annual Breakthrough Innovator” award on Tmall Global. “Changlequ: White Love, Black Sin” begins unlimited streaming on video services from June 1, 2026!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592572https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592572Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESChinese drama “Changlequ” begins unlimited streaming on video services. Flower＆Fruit: Blooming Sweet Gardenhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592571https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592571Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES石屋商事 announces summer events and the opening of a new garden area at Shiroi Koibito Park. 【&honey brand’s 8th anniversary】The brand’s first permanent presence at おふろの王様 Oimachi store!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592570https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592570Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“&honey” launches a permanent presence at the bathing facility おふろの王様. Orders open June 8 for “Cloudland Dreams,” the 4th plush-type release in the ZIYULI trading mascot series, at the official online store.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592569https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592569Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESハシートップイン launches the 4th installment in its ZIYULI trading figure series. 【京都精華大学】Plans to open the Faculty of Creative Informatics in its correspondence education program in April 2028 (currently in the planning stage).https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592568https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592568Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES京都精華大学 announces plans to establish a correspondence-based Faculty of Creative Informatics in April 2028. Orders open June 1 for “Spiritual Power,” the 3rd installment in the ZIYULI trading figure series, at the official online store.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592567https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592567Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESハシートップイン launches the 3rd installment in its ZIYULI figure series. Asian brand HERE opens orders June 1 for its new “KiliKili Dreamy Source Code” series at the official online store.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592566https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592566Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESハシートップイン launches the new “KiliKili” series. 【Co-hosted by 3 major education media outlets】The hands-on event “Play, Learn, Science Lab,” supporting summer vacation independent research, is set to take place! A wide variety of workshops will be held.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592565https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592565Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES3 major education media outlets jointly host a hands-on summer vacation independent research event. A large-scale education event supported by 15 companies. Art Aquarium Exhibition Nagoya 2026 announces that web ticket sales will begin June 1, with a special advance ticket offer of 10,000 tickets available on a first-come, first-served basis!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592564https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592564Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAnnouncement of Art Aquarium Exhibition Nagoya 2026 and the start of advance ticket sales. moxymill to hold its final solo concert with its current lineup, ushering in a new chapter with a debut performance of a new song and the announcement of member auditions.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592563https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592563Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESmoxymill holds final 6-member concert and announces auditions. Results announced for “Kono TL ni Kyun 2026,” an award dedicated to the TL genre! A discount campaign featuring nominated and award-winning works will also be held.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592562https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592562Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESEisys announces results for 'Kono TL ni Kyun 2026' and launches a discount campaign. Cool, clear bottles perfect for summer! Clear bottled drinks featuring Chiikawa and friends are here!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592561https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592561Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESChiikawa Bakery releases new clear bottle drinks and merchandise. 【The undisputed champion vs. Kansai’s rising star】Live coverage of every game in the Hulic Cup 97th Kisei title match, Sota Fujii, Kisei, vs. Shinichiro Hattori, 7-dan, beginning June 4!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592560https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592560Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESLive broadcast of the 97th Kisei Title Match between Sota Fujii and Shinichiro Hattori. 【Tokyo Great Bears】Announcement of contract renewal with player Yusaku Takashimahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592559https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592559Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTokyo Great Bears renews contract with Yusaku Takashima for the 2026-27 season. To mark the release of a new book in the Kirby picture book series “Itsudemo Kirby,” new products featuring illustrations from the series will be sold from June 19 at participating bookstores and official Kirby shops.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592558https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592558Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESマリモクラフト releases merchandise celebrating the new “Itsudemo Kirby” book from June 19. 宇都宮ブレックス to hold its 2025-26 season appreciation auction on スポオク in 3 rounds.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592557https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592557Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES宇都宮ブレックス holds its 2025-26 season appreciation auction on スポオク. 【Nissui】Enter for a chance to win prizes including 2,000 yen in QUO Card Pay! The “Bottled Recipe Challenge Campaign” begins June 1.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592556https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592556Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESNissui launches its “Bottled Recipe Challenge Campaign” on June 1, promoting the brand with QUO Card Pay. Entries open for the 70th National Student Arts and Science Contest organized by 旺文社. Last year’s total entries reached 73,719. A new Startup Division is also accepting entries as part of the Innovation category!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592555https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592555Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES旺文社 opens entries for the 70th National Student Arts and Science Contest, inviting works from elementary, junior high and high school students in 13 divisions, including the newly established Startup Division. A new commercial featuring Satomi Ishihara, “The Answer Is WealthNavi,” begins airing on June 1.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592554https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592554Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESWealthNavi begins airing a new commercial featuring Satomi Ishihara and launches a 10th anniversary campaign. Faith Network, which creates sophisticated urban spaces, opens entries for “Setagaya Yume-Con 2026,” a contest supporting young people’s dreams! A prestigious panel of judges, including Yuta Nakasone, will review your music and dance.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592553https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592553Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFaith Network opens entries for “Setagaya Yume-Con 2026,” a contest for young people. Winning entries from a magazine competition that has launched many popular illustrators will appear on limited-edition tote bags! The 17th collaboration between “Illustration: The Choice” and ROOTOTE opens for orders on 6/1.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592552https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592552Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe 17th collaboration tote bag collection between the “The Choice” competition in Illustration magazine and ROOTOTE has been announced. Featuring 36 winning works from fiscal 2025, the bags will be available for pre-order for a limited time from June 1. “What’s right for us”: diverse partnerships chosen by a generation unfettered by convention 【Survey of 1,085 men and women】Study reveals views on common-law and same-sex marriage and what people expect from wedding venues!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592551https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592551Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAnniversaire surveyed 1,085 men and women in their 20s and 30s on the diversity of partnerships. About half supported forms of partnership other than legal marriage, and the survey found that people tend to value professional suggestions over formality when it comes to weddings. Skincare brand “Perfect One” celebrates its 20th anniversary and launches a special website to share its gratitude.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592550https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592550Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES新日本製薬 opens a special website marking the 20th anniversary of its skincare brand “Perfect One,” with a variety of content expressing its gratitude. “Iwao Furusawa × Berlin Philharmonic Strings: Christmas of Love 2026” will be held at Fukuoka Symphony Hall on 12/12 (Sat.); general ticket sales begin June 27 (Sat.)!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592549https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592549Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA Christmas concert featuring Iwao Furusawa and members of the Berlin Philharmonic will be held in Fukuoka. A giant transit advertisement featuring hada to kokoro (肌と心) × JO1's Junki Kono appears in Shibuya.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592548https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592548Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社セキド announced a Shibuya transit advertising campaign and POPUP store featuring JO1's Junki Kono as the hada to kokoro brand ambassador. The 2026 (Reiwa 8) Kinjūkishō and Tamaryūki High School Judo and Kendo Tournament will be held July 22–July 29 at Teruha Sekisui House Arena.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592547https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592547Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA traditional national high school judo and kendo tournament will be held in Fukuoka in July. The large-scale knockout tournament will bring together 1,300 schools. Notice of a campaign for opening a new account in June 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592546https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592546Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSBI FXトレード announced a campaign for opening a new account in June 2026, offering cashback of up to 1 million yen. pixiv Comic is holding a campaign to mark its 14th anniversary! All episodes of serialized works will be available, more episodes of works sold by episode will be free, and coupons for all works and a special rewards promotion on June 6 will also be offered!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592545https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592545Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTo mark its 14th anniversary, pixiv Comic is holding a major campaign throughout June, including free access to all episodes and coin rewards. Notice of the “5th Welcome Back! Return to Trading Support Campaign”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592544https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592544Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSBI FXトレード is offering cashback of up to 1.3 million yen in a campaign for inactive customers. [Australian dollar/yen] Trading Support Cashback Campaignhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592543https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592543Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSBI FXトレード announced a cashback campaign offering up to 200,000 yen for Australian dollar/yen trading. [Pound/yen] Trading Support Cashback Campaignhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592542https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592542Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSBI FXトレード announced a cashback campaign offering up to 200,000 yen for pound/yen trading. Collaboration items from 阪神タイガース × NICE WEATHER go on pre-order today, Monday, June 1. The collaboration collection from Osaka brings the passion of cheering into everyday life.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592541https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592541Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESUnited Arrows' NICE WEATHER has collaborated with 阪神タイガース to release 6 apparel and lifestyle goods items. [ニューエラ] Items perfect for Father's Day gifts on Sunday, June 21https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592540https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592540Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFather's Day gift items Volume 13 of 『オタクに優しいギャルはいない!?』, including an acrylic figure, will be released as a Melonbooks limited edition on June 19!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592539https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592539Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESRelease of the latest manga volume and limited-edition merchandise The first-ever event in Hokkaido, a new hub for next-generation semiconductors! The 1st [Hokkaido] Semiconductor Industry Exhibition will be held at the “Sapporo Industrial Exhibition Hall,” scheduled to open in fall 2027!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592538https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592538Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESHokkaido's first specialized semiconductor exhibition is set to be held in November 2027. 『近代麻雀』2026年7月号6月1日発売！ 表紙＆巻頭グラビアは美しく可愛い東雲うみ!! 小冊子は最強戦３連覇男が明かす必勝手筋!!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592537https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592537Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES竹書房 will release the July 2026 issue of 『近代麻雀』 on June 1. It comes with a gravure feature on Umi Shinonome, a booklet featuring Saikyō-sen 3-time champion Kenta Kuwata, and a Saikyō-sen DVD. The maternal and child health handbook app 『母子モ』 launches in Kasumigaura, Ibaraki Prefecture!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592536https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592536Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES母子モ株式会社 will introduce the maternal and child health handbook app 『母子モ』 in Kasumigaura, Ibaraki Prefecture, and begin offering it as 『すくすくかすみっこ』 on June 1. Discover delicious finds you never knew about. For everyone, with no limit on visits! Get 500 yen off your first purchase from a producer.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592535https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592535Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSanchoku Owl is offering a limited-time 500-yen-off campaign to encourage new transactions with producers. “Paradox Live Dope Show 2026” DAY1 and DAY2 to air first on Animax!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592534https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592534Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAnimax has announced the first television broadcast of “Paradox Live Dope Show 2026” and broadcasts of related events. Takayama City and akippa partner to introduce advance reservations at municipal parking lots in the Shin-Hotaka area, aiming to ease congestion and address parking shortages during the tourist season.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592533https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592533Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTakayama City and akippa have partnered to introduce a reservation system at municipal parking lots in the Shin-Hotaka area. Shoten Kobo Rakuten Ichiba Store to participate in “Rakuten Super Sale”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592532https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592532Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESShoten Kobo will participate in Rakuten Ichiba's “Rakuten Super Sale,” offering increased points and discounts of up to 20%. “Summer Outing Support Campaign!” launches. 5% off coupons valid on weekends in June will be distributed.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592531https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592531Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESakippa launches a 5% discount campaign for weekend parking in June 2026 to support summer travel. Kaya's double-tie-in release, “Windmaker / Promise on a Starry Night,” the opening theme for the TV anime 『無自覚聖女は今日も無意識に力を垂れ流す』 and ending theme for the TV anime 『領民0人の辺境領主様』, will be released on CD!!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592530https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592530Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAnnouncement of Kaya's double-tie-in single CD release and bonus details. Toray's 100th anniversary × Hands' 50th anniversary: Beat the extreme heat with a “Summer Shield®” parasol.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592529https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592529Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESHands and Toray have released the high-performance “Summer Shield®” parasol series as an anniversary collaboration. 第2回 浅草九劇 Boost Project 実施のお知らせhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592528https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592528Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES浅草九劇 has opened submissions for projects for the 2nd Boost Project. Knights X and ZOZOTOWN announce a collaboration! Limited-edition items featuring newly illustrated artwork will be available!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592527https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592527Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSTPR-affiliated “Knights X” and ZOZOTOWN have teamed up to sell limited-edition apparel and merchandise. Former ABC colleagues reunite on the radio! Freelance announcer Ayumi Hirodo appears as a guest on “Ura no Ura Made Urakawa desu.”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592526https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592526Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESヒロド歩美がABCラジオにゲスト出演。 [Chara-On! Mini Pop-Up in Yokohama] Opening for a limited time!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592525https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592525Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESChara-On! Mini Pop-Up will be held in Yokohama. [20th anniversary of its release] Director Satoshi Kon's “Paprika” 4K remaster to receive a nationwide expanded theatrical release starting Friday, August 7! Events and merchandise celebrating the 20th anniversary are also on the way!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592524https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592524Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFilmarks will expand the nationwide theatrical release of director Satoshi Kon's “Paprika” 4K remaster to 82 theaters starting August 7. The screenings are part of a 20th-anniversary celebration. 楽天ペイメント、九州でホームセンターを中心に展開するホームインプルーブメントひろせと「楽天ポイントカード」において提携https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592523https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592523Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESホームインプルーブメントひろせ has introduced the Rakuten Point Card, strengthening its collaboration with 楽天グループ. Exclusive unlimited streaming of 『V.W.P 4th ONE-MAN LIVE「現象Ⅳ-反転運命-」』 and 『花譜 5th ONE-MAN LIVE「宿声 / 深愛」』 begins on dアニメストア!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592522https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592522Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESdアニメストア will exclusively stream 2 live video releases from KAMITSUBAKI STUDIO as part of its unlimited viewing service. June's complete-volume sets are up to 70% off! Get great deals on popular comics and novels on dアニメストア!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592521https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592521Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESdアニメストア is running a June-only campaign offering up to 70% off complete-volume comic and novel sets. Limited-edition items from the TV anime “HUNTER×HUNTER” are coming to サンキューマート! All items will be priced at 390 yen (429 yen including tax) and go on sale in late June!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592520https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592520Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESサンキューマート will release limited-edition HUNTER×HUNTER merchandise, with all items priced at 390 yen. “What manga made you cry the most in your life?” Sets of tearjerker manga are 50% off for a limited time at dアニメストア!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592519https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592519Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESdアニメストア is running a 50% off campaign on sets of “tearjerker manga.” The fresh cream daifuku “Kikufuku,” a famous Sendai confection, is teaming up with us again! Introducing the new Kikufuku (bagged)!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592518https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592518Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTirol Choco will release “Kikufuku (bagged),” a collaboration product with the famous Sendai confection “Kikufuku,” on June 15. minimo refreshes its brand logo for the next 10 years, aiming to remain a brand that continues to support people in becoming who they want to be. The thinking behind the new logohttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592517https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592517Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESMIXI’s booking app minimo has refreshed its brand logo and established a new mission. The changes will take effect starting June 2026. [FC大阪] 株式会社兼由 named official supplierhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592516https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592516Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFC大阪 has signed an official supplier agreement with 株式会社兼由. Relive SS501’s 2007 and 2008 concerts, featuring the group that led K-pop’s second generation! “SS501 Special” makes its TV debut in June and July on CS衛星劇場.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592515https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592515Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESCS衛星劇場 will air SS501’s 2007 and 2008 concert footage for the first time on television in June and July 2026. A must-see for Takarazuka Revue fans! A campaign is underway to win a pair of SS-seat tickets!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592514https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592514Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESMitsui Sumitomo Card is running a Takarazuka Revue ticket giveaway campaign. [仙台うみの杜水族館] Support sake breweries by enjoying Japanese sake! Nine breweries representing Miyagi gather for “Sake Night Aquarium: Fish as a Sake Accompaniment”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592512https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592512Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAnnouncement of a Japanese sake event at 仙台うみの杜水族館. A new character café destination, “THEキャラCAFE Tokyu Plaza Shibuya,” opens in the Shibuya area!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592510https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592510Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA new character café is opening in Shibuya. [World’s first (1)] For concerns about coarse, thick and damaged hair, the texture-improving (2) haircare brand UNIPLEX (Uniplex) launches June 16. Harness the heat of hair dryers and irons for soft, glossy, supple hair.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592405https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592405Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESI-ne has launched the new haircare brand “UNIPLEX.” The 2026 summer issue of “Weekly Bunshun CINEMA” goes on sale June 4! Featuring an extensive special on “Michael,” it includes a special tribute feature, “Riku-Ryu Pair × Michael”! A special page is also now available on Bunshun Online!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592404https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592404Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe summer issue of “Weekly Bunshun CINEMA” features a special on Michael Jackson. The completely new smartphone game “Tokyo Revengers UNLIMITED (Anirebe),” based on the TV anime “Tokyo Revengers,” will stream an “Anirebe Feature” at “Good Smile Fest 2026,” unveiling new information for the first time!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592403https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592403Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESグッドスマイルカンパニー has announced a special program for “Tokyo Revengers UNLIMITED” and an in-game update. “Your design becomes the face of a PC!” We are launching the “PC FRAME ART COMP” campaign today (June 1, 2026), inviting submissions of designs to be applied to PC cases.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592402https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592402Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe “PC FRAME ART COMP” PC case design contest A free trial event for the latest underwater drone, FIFISH E-MASTER NAVI, will be held in Tomakomai, Hokkaido, on June 23, 2026. The product will also be exhibited at Makuhari Messe from June 3 to June 5 and June 17 to June 20.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592401https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592401Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESCFD Sales will hold an event in Hokkaido where visitors can try the latest underwater drone, “FIFISH E-MASTER NAVI,” and will also exhibit at a trade show at Makuhari Messe. New illustrated merchandise themed around “Check Sailor” is coming from the TV anime “Blue Lock”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592400https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en-p7.html#n592400Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ティームエンタテインメント will release “Check Sailor Style” merchandise from the TV anime “Blue Lock” in August 2026. Preorders are now being accepted on e-commerce sites and elsewhere.