AI News 180m Report｜2026-06-01 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 1 of 9https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.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 List Group, a full-service real estate company, to open new dance culture hub “The Port by List” in Yokohama’s Yamashita-cho on July 4, 2026, with dance lessons launchinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595555https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595555Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:44:09 +0900JapanPR TIMESリスト株式会社 will open the dance studio “The Port by List” in Yokohama’s Yamashita-cho on July 4, 2026. New dance culture hub “The Port by List” to grand-open in Yokohama’s Yamashita-cho on July 4, 2026, with dance lessons launchinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595556https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595556Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:43:33 +0900JapanPR TIMESリスト株式会社 will open the dance studio “The Port by List” in Yokohama’s Yamashita-cho on July 4, 2026. 2026 “Shigagin” Summer Special Interest Rate Campaign for Time Depositshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595557https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595557Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:43:25 +0900JapanPR TIMES滋賀銀行が夏の定期預金キャンペーンを実施。 Tokyo Metropolitan Government to support reskilling and upskilling for IT engineers! Applications open for FY Reiwa 8 “Tokyo Digital Academy: Young Engineers Course”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595558https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595558Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:43:07 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Tokyo Metropolitan Government has launched a reskilling program for young engineers, selecting Workport as its employment support partner. “Shigagin” Asset-Building Support Campaignhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595559https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595559Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:41:32 +0900JapanPR TIMES滋賀銀行が「資産形成応援キャンペーン」を実施。 [10th anniversary] Enjoy a customizable burger station and pancakes! All-you-can-eat favorites including “Blue Seal Ice Cream” and Hawaii’s classic “Garlic Shrimp” at the “Tropical Resort Buffet: Okinawa & Hawaii”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595560https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595560Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:40:58 +0900JapanPR TIMESストリングスホテル 名古屋 to host a summer-only buffet themed around Okinawa and Hawaii. [Shimane’s oldest sake brewery, 右田本店, shines on the world stage] Wins gold for the 3rd consecutive year at the world’s leading spirits competition, ISC 2026!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595564https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595564Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESShimane Prefecture’s oldest sake brewery, 右田本店, wins gold for the 3rd consecutive year at ISC 2026. 江井ヶ嶋酒造 to relaunch its single malt whisky “シングルモルトあかし” on June 1https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595563https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595563Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES江井ヶ嶋酒造 has revamped “シングルモルトあかし,” with sales starting June 1. Revamped document creation environment for medical institutions; “ATOK Medical 2026” and “JUST Medical 2026” to go on sale starting September 1 (Tuesday)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595562https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595562Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESジャストシステム to release “ATOK Medical 2026” and “JUST Medical 2026” software for medical institutions on September 1. [New event] “Back Office AI Agent EXPO,” a specialized exhibition on “transforming back-office operations with AI,” to be held for the first time at Tokyo Big Sight in September 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595561https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595561Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESRX Japan to hold the first “Back Office AI Agent EXPO” in September 2026. [Kyoto Prefecture] “JQA Global Environmental Children’s Drawing Contest: Outstanding Works Exhibition” to be held at the Kyoto Ecology Centerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595565https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595565Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:39:22 +0900JapanPR TIMESAn exhibition of outstanding works from the JQA Global Environmental Children’s Drawing Contest will be held in Kyoto in June. The era of wearing “numbers” is here: limited-time store from jewelry brand “No.” (Number Dot)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595566https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595566Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:39:15 +0900JapanPR TIMESJewelry brand “No.” to open a limited-time store at 阪急メンズ東京. Around 30 varieties of matcha sweets to enjoy in early summer! Matcha Sweets Fairhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595567https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595567Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:39:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES大丸東京店 to hold a Matcha Sweets Fair from June 10 to 30, selling around 30 varieties of matcha sweets. Enjoy “The Nutcracker” at Christmas and see “Swan Lake” over the New Year holidays: Tchaikovsky Ballet Theatre to perform in Japan; general ticket sales start June 3 (Wednesday)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595568https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595568Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:34:48 +0900JapanPR TIMESAnnouncement of a nationwide ballet performance tour by Tchaikovsky Ballet Theatre and the start of ticket sales. Information page and free handout on emergency contraceptive pills available at drugstores and pharmacies releasedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595569https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595569Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:34:34 +0900JapanPR TIMESNPO Plus Arts has released an information page and handout about emergency contraceptive pills for young people. Darktrace recognized as one of the Leaders for the 2nd consecutive year in the 2026 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ report for Network Detection and Responsehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595570https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595570Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:33:41 +0900JapanPR TIMESDarktrace named a Leader in the 2026 Gartner Magic Quadrant for NDR for the second consecutive year. “1st Nara Ultra Marathon” to be heldhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595571https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595571Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:31:53 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe 1st Nara Ultra Marathon was held, recording a high completion rate. “Where is the nearest evacuation shelter?” AI answers on a map; proprietary generative AI chat feature offered as an optionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595572https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595572Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:30:49 +0900JapanPR TIMESInformatix has added a generative AI chat feature to “GC Navi,” its GIS for local governments. Undersea-aged wine SUBRINA 2021 vintage “ACT5” gets a new package depicting the sea off Minamiizuhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595573https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595573Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:30:45 +0900JapanPR TIMESUndersea-aged wine “SUBRINA” has revamped the packaging for its 2021 vintage “ACT5,” featuring an original work by artist 尾潟糧天. The change also makes the bottle easier to open. “ROBOPRO Fund” takes 1st place in monthly net inflows among balanced funds (excluding unit-type and limited-additional funds) for May 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595574https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595574Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:30:30 +0900JapanPR TIMESROBOPRO Fund ranked 1st among balanced funds for inflows in May 2026. Job search service “求人ボックス” named No. 1 overall for the 3rd consecutive year in the 2026 Oricon Customer Satisfaction Rankings for Job Information Services!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595575https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595575Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:30:06 +0900JapanPR TIMES求人ボックス ranked No. 1 in the Oricon Customer Satisfaction Rankings for the 3rd consecutive year. [June 26 event] What does it mean to “go global”? Lessons from Madoka Sawa | X-HUB TOKYOhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595588https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595588Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESKickoff event to be held for “X-HUB TOKYO,” a Tokyo Metropolitan Government initiative supporting startups’ overseas expansion. Improve landing pages with AI! Swipe-style landing page tool “LPcats” releases AI analysis feature “AI Analyst”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595587https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595587Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESSwipe-style landing page tool “LPcats” has released AI analysis and route analysis features. 15th “Ibetama” campaign now underway: “Beat the heat! Comfortable Summer Campaign”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595586https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595586Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTamago & Company is running the 15th “Ibetama” campaign. [Maximize the value of space] Dynamic land-use matching service “SITE PORT” now available!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595585https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595585Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESLandit has launched the space-matching service “SITE PORT.” Soil contamination remediation work at former factory site completed; integrated construction system established through group collaborationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595584https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595584Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESEikengumi has completed soil contamination remediation work at a former factory site through group collaboration. フォレストデジタル株式会社 appoints former クラシル株式会社 and グリー株式会社 division head Yasuaki Kaneko as executive officer and CBO (Chief Business Officer)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595583https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595583Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESForest Digital has appointed Yasuaki Kaneko as executive officer and CBO, strengthening its management structure. Spice Factory CEO Hironosuke Takagi to speak at “Technology for the Future: Nikkei Crosstech NEXT Kansai 2026,” hosted by 日経BP on June 11 (Thursday)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595582https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595582Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESSpice Factory CEO Takagi to speak at Nikkei Crosstech NEXT Kansai about AI system renewal. ハウス食品グループ東北工場株式会社 announces start of full-scale operations at its new factoryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595581https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595581Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESハウス食品グループが福島県に68億円を投じ、業務用レトルト食品の新工場を2026年6月に本格稼働させる。 The “Heatstroke Insurance” service on the “Rakuten Pay” app will be available again in 2026.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595580https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595580Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe “Heatstroke Insurance” service is now available through the Rakuten Pay app. タイムズカー×JR西日本グループ 6月1日より「タイムズカー×WESTER ID登録キャンペーン」開始https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595579https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595579Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESJR西日本グループとタイムズモビリティが連携し、WESTERポイントが当たるID登録キャンペーンを実施。 Get “the world’s first (※1) fully circular PET-bottle green tea” with a “secret phrase”! PET bottle recycling campaign to be held at select Seven-Eleven stores in Mie Prefecturehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595578https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595578Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESA campaign to promote PET bottle recycling will be held at Seven-Eleven stores in Mie Prefecture. [Ｚ会 Correspondence Education] Summer enrollment campaign launches for preschool course! Enrollees during the campaign period will receive a gifthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595577https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595577Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESＺ会 is running a summer enrollment campaign for its preschool course, offering teaching materials and other goods as gifts. New PoC expense subsidy program established for the period before CVC investment decisions!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595576https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595576Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTokyo launches a new program to subsidize CVC PoC expenses. ＼Yaki-yaki Oyaji finally has a drink in hand!／ A pepper-scented drink made for yakitori. “Hotei Foods-approved: Dry Sour Goes Great with Yakitori!” launcheshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595258https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595258Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:26:53 +0900JapanPR TIMES“Dry Sour Goes Great with Yakitori!,” jointly developed by Nippon Access and Hotei Foods, will go on sale on May 26, 2026. Zoom seminar scheduled for July 27 (Monday): “Epoxy Resin Material Design, Curing Reactions and Evaluation Technologies—The Role of Curing Agents and Additives and Applications in Electronic Materials”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595259https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595259Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:24:58 +0900JapanPR TIMESAndTech to host a technical seminar on epoxy resin material design and evaluation on July 27, 2026. —Confirmed that cats with upright-looking ears may still have mutations associated with folded ears—https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595260https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595260Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:24:49 +0900JapanPR TIMESアニコム先進医療研究所 has scientifically confirmed the existence of “hidden folded-ear” cats: Scottish Folds that carry a folded-ear gene mutation but appear to have upright ears as they grow up. AI-powered positive messaging app “HOMMIK” officially launches in the United States and globally in English-speaking marketshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595261https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595261Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:23:38 +0900JapanPR TIMESDX Advisory LLC officially launches its AI-powered “HOMMIK” app in the United States and English-speaking markets. [Event Report] 宝石商 櫻井彩子’s pop-up shop at ジェイアール名古屋タカシマヤ records a high purchase ratehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595262https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595262Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:20:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESJeweler Ayako Sakurai held a pop-up shop at Nagoya Takashimaya, recording a high purchase rate. A clienteling experience event is planned in Osaka in June. Minokamo City, Gifu Prefecture, expands its smartphone municipal services with AI featureshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595263https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595263Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:19:54 +0900JapanPR TIMESMinokamo City, Gifu Prefecture, has introduced AI features from Bot Express to expand its LINE smartphone municipal services. The city will enhance multilingual support, AI guidance and tools for staff. “Enjoy being yourself, my answer”—new brand “Ansa” begins advance sales of “Beyond Nostalgic” on Makuakehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595264https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595264Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:19:29 +0900JapanPR TIMESNew brand “Ansa” begins advance sales of Japanese-style clothing on Makuake. AI endoscopic surgery information and surgical support system “EIRL Surgery LC” receives regulatory approvalhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595265https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595265Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:18:12 +0900JapanPR TIMESAI-powered surgical support system 'EIRL Surgery LC' receives regulatory approval in Japan, developed through university-industry collaboration. Zoom seminar scheduled for July 16 (Thursday): “Polypropylene (PP) Resin Basics and Material Recycling—Plastic Degradation and Stabilization and the Potential of PP”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595266https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595266Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:18:07 +0900JapanPR TIMESAndTech hosts a technical webinar on Polypropylene (PP) recycling and material properties. Applications open for the 24th Junior High School Student Essay Contesthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595267https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595267Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:17:41 +0900JapanPR TIMESイオンワンパーセントクラブ has opened applications for the 24th Junior High School Student Essay Contest. [World first!] A theme park set to change the future of the planet opens on Ishigaki Islandhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594894https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594894Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:14:54 +0900JapanPR TIMES合同会社縄文企画 has held a soft opening for “EARTH GARDEN,” a theme park on Ishigaki Island where marine litter serves as the admission fee. Considering what Japan should be in the Reiwa era—Shinchosha launches “What Is Japan?” book fair!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594895https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594895Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:14:39 +0900JapanPR TIMES新潮社 is holding a book-selection fair on the theme “What Is Japan?” at bookstores nationwide. From Kotohira to nationwide distribution: “Bagel House KOTOHIRA” obtains Japan’s first JAS0026 certification as a vegan and vegetarian bagel shophttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594896https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594896Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:12:24 +0900JapanPR TIMESBagel House KOTOHIRA achieves Japan's first JAS0026 certification for vegan/vegetarian bagel shops, launching nationwide wholesale and e-commerce. For those seeking even more dedicated spot care: “Gold Premium,” a new product from Bright Age White, a medicine for addressing dark spotshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594897https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594897Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:11:55 +0900JapanPR TIMESDaiichi Sankyo Healthcare launches a new medicine for addressing dark spots. WeabeeがAIイベント主催者向けに掲載機能を公開─既存の募集ページを活かした外部URL連携と、申込受付まで完結するWeabee内完結型の2方式で、AIイベントを探す参加者への告知導線を整備https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594898https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594898Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:11:22 +0900JapanPR TIMESWeabee launches a listing feature for AI event organizers. 120-year-old can manufacturer 側島製罐 selected for “300 SMEs and Small Businesses Taking Flight”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594899https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594899Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:11:00 +0900JapanPR TIMES側島製罐 has been selected for the “300 SMEs Taking Flight” list. First-time designation as a Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism PPP Partnerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594900https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594900Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:10:59 +0900JapanPR TIMESJR West named a PPP Partner by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism for the first time. 修成建設専門学校 to hold “Shusei Construction Academia,” an open course for high school teachers, on August 21, 2026 (Friday)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594901https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594901Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:10:52 +0900JapanPR TIMES修成建設専門学校 will hold a hands-on course for teachers. “A Little Further into the Interesting Future (Chomoro) 2026” to be heldhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594910https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594910Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe urban festival “Chomoro 2026,” featuring technology and pop culture, is set to be held in Takeshiba, Tokyo. LobbyAI, which operates a public information analysis platform, has CEO Kyotaro Takahashi and COO Yuta Kamiya named to Forbes’ “Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia 2026”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594909https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594909Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESLobbyAI CEO Kyotaro Takahashi and COO Yuta Kamiya were named to Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia 2026 in the AI category for their public information analysis platform. JFA supporter agreement signed; official team buses to support the journey to victory!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594908https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594908Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESHinomaru Jidosha Kogyo has signed a supporter agreement with JFA and will operate buses for the Japan national team. A new high-capacity 1.5TB “Enterprise 1.5TB Plan” is now available for “My Redmine,” the cloud version of Redmine!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594907https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594907Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESMy Redmine launches a high-capacity 1.5TB plan. 2 teams from our group advance through the preliminaries and qualify for the finals of the AWS Summit Japan 2026 AI-DLC Hackathon!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594906https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594906Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES2 teams from Information Strategy Technology and WhiteBox advance to the AWS Hackathon finals. A chef’s signature dish, ready to heat in the microwave. A new authentic Shark Fin Sauce Fried Rice with a fluffy yet moist texture.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594905https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594905Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESShihoden launches frozen Shark Fin Sauce Fried Rice. Applications are now open for the Reiwa 8 fiscal year Kanagawa Certified Tour Guide training course!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594904https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594904Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESKanagawa Prefecture is recruiting participants for its tour guide training course. Grants are available to municipalities and organizations working together to use sports to energize their communities!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594903https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594903Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESKanagawa Prefecture opens the second round of applications for its sports-based regional revitalization grants. ＜ 6月限定・海老名SA限定商品が、お取り寄せ可能に！＞【東京ミルクチーズ工場】の『ミルクチーズケーキ メロン』が、公式オンラインで本日より販売開始。https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594902https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594902Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社シュクレイが運営する「東京ミルクチーズ工場」が、海老名SA限定のメロンチーズケーキを期間限定でオンライン販売。 Ito Co., Ltd. to open a support booth equipped with physical therapy devices at the 110th Japan Athletics Championshipshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594911https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594911Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:09:32 +0900JapanPR TIMESIto Co., Ltd. opens an athlete support booth at the 110th Japan Athletics Championships. Anicom Insurance opens submissions for its eleventh Animal Senryu contesthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594912https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594912Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:08:37 +0900JapanPR TIMESAnicom Insurance opens submissions for its eleventh Animal Senryu contest. Customer harassment measures strengthened to ensure staff feel safe and improve services for residentshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594913https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594913Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:07:44 +0900JapanPR TIMESToyonaka City strengthens its measures against customer harassment and establishes a basic policy. CABINET, a “fragrance consultation room” in Teramachi, Kyoto, to hold a June-only workshop exploring personal sensibilities through the structure of fragrancehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594914https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594914Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:07:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESCABINET, a fragrance brand in Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, will hold a small-group workshop in June themed around the “structure of fragrance.” Participants will learn how fragrances work under the guidance of a perfumer and create their own eau de parfum. FSC Japan honors pioneers who have helped promote FSC certification to mark its 20th anniversaryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594916https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594916Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:06:40 +0900JapanPR TIMESFSC Japan presented special awards to companies and organizations in Japan that have helped promote FSC certification, marking its 20th anniversary. “Life ends unfinished” and “Only the leader can take the lead in a withdrawal”: Joycal Japan CEO Yukio Hayakawa shares his management philosophyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594915https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594915Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:06:40 +0900JapanPR TIMESJoycal Japan CEO Yukio Hayakawa discussed his management philosophy at an event celebrating the publication of his book. Experience the world of the popular drama adaptation Convenience Store Brothers in Mojikohttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594917https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594917Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:06:12 +0900JapanPR TIMESLodging facility ポルト launches a Mojiko tourism campaign tied to the drama Convenience Store Brothers. Beyond beauty, short of medical care: A next-generation self-service beauty salon featuring a needle-free hydro-jet treatment opens in Kamiooka, Yokohamahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594918https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594918Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:05:41 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ONESELF opens the second REMODE self-service beauty salon in Kamiooka, Yokohama. 株式会社KohMori と 日本社会人アメリカンフットボール協会 X2リーグ所属 湘南B-styleウォリアーズ のパートナーシップ契約が2年目へhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594919https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594919Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:05:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社KohMori renews its sponsorship agreement with 湘南B-styleウォリアーズ for a second year. Hokuriku Kankyo Service acquires Ecolo Japan, a company based in Adachi Ward, Tokyo, that handles the collection and transport of industrial and specially controlled industrial waste in the Kanto regionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594920https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594920Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:04:58 +0900JapanPR TIMESHokuriku Kankyo Service acquires Ecolo Japan through an M&A deal, aiming to expand its business in the Kanto region. A pediatric orthodontics landing page that addresses parents’ “7 concerns” | Project for かすもりおしむら歯科・矯正歯科・口腔機能クリニックhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594921https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594921Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:04:51 +0900JapanPR TIMESITreat creates a pediatric orthodontics landing page for a Nagoya dental clinic, designed to ease parents’ concerns and highlight insurance coverage. ダイナースクラブの宿泊特典プログラム「クラブホテルズ The Status Match」に西武プリンスホテルズ＆リゾーツが参加https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594922https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594922Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:04:20 +0900JapanPR TIMESダイナースクラブの宿泊特典プログラムに西武プリンスホテルズ＆リゾーツが参画。 Shio Score, which visualizes salt intake in just 2 minutes, launches June 1, 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594923https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594923Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:03:14 +0900JapanPR TIMESToy Medical will begin selling Shio Score, a self-check kit that uses image-analysis AI to visualize salt intake in 2 minutes, on June 1. Isekai Kitchen introduces 3-star Wabisuke (Orhan outfit) with increased appearance rates in a new pickup gacha!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594924https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594924Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:02:58 +0900JapanPR TIMESIsekai Kitchen launches a pickup gacha featuring the new character Wabisuke (Orhan outfit). Kids triathlon project SCOPE announces its 2026 venues and dates and launches its official website!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594925https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594925Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:02:48 +0900JapanPR TIMESKids triathlon project SCOPE announces its 2026 schedule. 北陸環境サービス acquires 平成クリーン, a company based in Adachi Ward, Tokyo, that handles general waste collection and transport in Tokyo’s 23 wardshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594926https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594926Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:02:44 +0900JapanPR TIMES北陸環境サービス acquires 平成クリーン through an M&A deal, expanding into Tokyo’s 23 wards. [JR Central] New emergency transport service using direct Tokaido-Sanyo Shinkansen trains expands the routes covered by emergency Shinkansen cargo transporthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594927https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594927Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:01:36 +0900JapanPR TIMESJR東海 and JR西日本 will launch an emergency transport service using direct Shinkansen trains on June 1. Whisky Highball Togouchi Limited Release: A fragrant, fruity flavor from Bordeaux red wine casks. Available exclusively at ライフコーポレーション from June 1 (Monday).https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594928https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594928Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:01:07 +0900JapanPR TIMESSakurao Brewery will launch Whisky Highball Togouchi, available exclusively at ライフコーポレーション, on June 1. AI automatically completes 80% of restaurant phone takeout orders; Camel AI Call officially launches after trials at Katsuya and 8-ban Ramenhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594929https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594929Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:00:59 +0900JapanPR TIMEStacoms launches Camel AI Call, an AI-powered voice service for automated restaurant takeout orders, achieving 80% automation in pilot programs. Meet the city as if you live there: Unito launches Tokyo, in Between, a local guide media outlet for Tokyohttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594930https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594930Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:00:54 +0900JapanPR TIMESUnito launches Tokyo, in Between, a local guide media outlet focusing on daily life in Tokyo for mid- to long-term residents. お得な夏が始まる！2026年7月3日（金）～9月30日（水）はこどもから22歳までがお得に！「こども応援キャンペーン」「U22パス」を販売https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594931https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594931Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:00:40 +0900JapanPR TIMESMoominvalley Park announces a discount campaign for young people for summer 2026. Tokyo Digital Academy Young Engineer Course opens applications for the Reiwa 8 fiscal yearhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594932https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594932Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:00:18 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Tokyo Metropolitan Government and GovTech東京 are recruiting participants for a reskilling program for young engineers. UN Global Compact releases the UN Standards of Conduct for Business: Gap Analysis Tool for LGBTIQ+https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594933https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594933Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:00:10 +0900JapanPR TIMESGCNJ releases Japanese version of UN LGBTIQ+ business gap analysis tool. Turning “work that supports professionals” into employment for people with disabilities: New model making a career of being a team kit manager, “Work Arena Tennozu,” opens June 1https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594934https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n594934Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:00:09 +0900JapanPR TIMESA support facility for employment of people with disabilities opens, leveraging the sports business. 年間8,300億円の損失をなくす。26歳が1人で開発したBtoB営業AI「Nudge HQ」事前登録開始https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595154https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595154Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Cynthia opens preregistration for “Nudge HQ,” a BtoB sales AI. Release planned for June 15, 2026. Yuzu Aoki: “Yamaguchi is a place I return to again and again” — co-stars with Kengo Kora and Kirara Inori in the latest YMFG brand commercialhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595153https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595153Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES山口フィナンシャルグループ releases the 5th brand commercial marking its 20th anniversary. Yuzu Aoki, Kirara Inori and Kengo Kora star in the campaign, which centers on taking on challenges. A flower event creating different scenes by day and night across 5 areas: “Otemachi One Minamo Hanakari” brightens Otemachi in early summer with flowers floating on the water and gentle lighthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595152https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595152Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESOtemachi One hosts a floral art installation event featuring Yasutaka Ochi from June 8 to July 31, 2026. XICA moves beyond “analytics” and rebrands as an “AI Decision Engine”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595151https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595151Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社サイカ rebrands as an “AI Decision Engine” and expands decision-support into a company-wide strategy. A collaboration between a nationally beloved work and Marugame Uchiwa, a traditional craft dating back to the Edo period! New designs for summer 2026 go on sale June 1.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595150https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595150Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESKaguya launches collaboration fans featuring Marugame Uchiwa and iconic Japanese anime characters. Chance to win invitations for 200 people across 3 performances! Campaign for performances featuring Star Troupe top star Chisei Akatsuki begins Wednesday, June 3!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595149https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595149Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESイワタニアイコレクトが宝塚歌劇団星組公演の招待キャンペーンを実施。 “AR Zoo” permanently installed at 旭川医科大学病院https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595148https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595148Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES旭川医科大学病院 permanently installs “AR Zoo,” which uses AR technology. Hamada Shuzo × United Arrows: “HAMADA UA Lab. Shochu Fizz Pine Punch,” a shochu with a pineapple-like flavor, goes on sale June 5!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595147https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595147Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESHamada Shuzo and United Arrows launch a collaborative shochu. OSHMAN'S launches its first running- and fitness-focused format, with its No. 1 store, “OSHMAN‘S RUN&FITNESS KYOTO,” opening Saturday, June 27, 2026!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595146https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595146Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESOSHMAN'S opens a new running- and fitness-focused format in Kyoto. Opening in 2027: “Akariya Shofuro,” a new addition to the “Akariya” brand of renowned inn “Akariya Geihanro,” opens in Minamichita, Aichi Prefecture. The hot spring inn has 10 rooms, including rooms with a seaside tea room, pool and sauna.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595145https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595145Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社平安閣 will open the hot spring inn “Akariya Shofuro” in Minamichita, Aichi Prefecture, in 2027. In celebration of Training with Passion Day: Free, no-equipment-needed fitness experience event!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595144https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595144Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESJR East Sports holds free trial events at 35 Jexer locations to mark “Training with Passion Day.” About 1 hour from Osaka: A new way to spend a day off in an era of changing work styles—doing nothinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595143https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595143Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社KOTONA will open the private villa “Awanagi – Awana –” in Minami-Awaji, Hyogo Prefecture, on June 29, 2026. Italian jewelry brand FOPE, founded in Vicenza, launches a campaign at 5 select Tokyo stores to mark the launch of its “The Golden Now” branded bushttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595142https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595142Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESFOPE launches a branded bus campaign in Tokyo to promote its 2026 theme 'The Golden Now', offering gifts at 5 local stores. 株式会社Gaianixx aims, with support from JST, to realize an intermediate film for next-generation piezoelectric materials that is both high-performance and low-costhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595141https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595141Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESGaianixx develops mass-production technology for intermediate films for piezoelectric materials with JST support. Supporting the rebranding of 金井興業株式会社, which marks its 80th anniversary: Designing a new logo and newspaper ads around the theme “Looking at people and spaces”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595140https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260601-12/index-en.html#n595140Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESDesign AM supports 金井興業’s 80th-anniversary rebranding. The initiative promotes internal branding through a refreshed logo and newspaper ads.