“The Man Who Carries the Voices of August,” the first drama in our domestic production business, wins the 63rd Galaxy Award Grand Prize in the Television Category
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WOWOW’s drama “The Man Who Carries the Voices of August” wins the Galaxy Award Grand Prize in the Television Category.
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth for Nintendo Switch™ 2 / Xbox Series X|S goes on sale the day after tomorrow, June 3. Launch trailer heralding the start of a journey that will determine the planet’s fate released today!
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スクウェア・エニックス will release FFVII Rebirth for Switch 2, Xbox and Windows on June 3. The company also announced a trailer, livestreaming details and sale information.
New menu items coming to international and domestic in-flight meals! JAL summer in-flight menu launches June 1 (Monday)
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JAL will begin updating its summer menus for domestic and international flights on June 1, 2026. The airline aims to enhance seasonal appeal and the passenger experience with menus developed in collaboration with renowned chefs and featuring local flavors.
One Rep Inc., operator of “Jinsei Buchiage ch,” launches a career support business on June 1 to create career turning points for viewers. The company aims to take on further challenges.
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One Rep launches a career support service on June 1, 2026, leveraging its YouTube channel 'Jinsei Buchiage ch' to facilitate life-changing career moves.
Notice of the appointment of new director Kurando Tomiyama, marking a new growth stage for the Japan Institute of Finance and Economics
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Japan Institute of Finance and Economics appoints Kurando Tomiyama (Logmi CRO) as a new board member to strengthen IR research and corporate value advocacy.
Companies mentioned:Japan Institute of Finance and Economics、Logmi、Userbase Group
50% of implementation costs subsidized. Recruitment PR cloud service “HR Hacker” certified as an eligible tool for the Digitalization/AI Introduction Subsidy. Boost your company’s recruitment PR capabilities while keeping costs down.
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Invision's 'HR Hacker' recruitment cloud is certified for the 'Digitalization/AI Introduction Subsidy' for the second consecutive year, offering 50% cost coverage.
The “Butler and Maid and Puzzle & Dragons Cafe” x and GALLERY collaboration cafe will open starting June 13 (Sat) at the Yurakucho store, Namba 2nd store, Nagoya 2nd store and Fukuoka store! Monster Memory Cards will also be available!
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Puzzle & Dragons collaboration cafes to open at 4 locations nationwide.
Donate and stay: a smart way to travel. Check グットリ now for travel coupons that let you book accommodations in Shizuoka Prefecture at great prices.
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グットリ, operated by 日本空輸株式会社, expands the eligible accommodations for its hometown tax travel coupons to lodging-only stays and launches the service in Shizuoka Prefecture.
Blackview launches the large-screen AI tablet “MEGA 5.” It features a 12.2-inch 2.4K/120Hz display, with a keyboard, mouse and stylus included as standard; prices start at about $216.99.
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Blackview launches MEGA 5 AI tablet with 12.2-inch display and bundled accessories, alongside BV200 smart glasses.
The hit film “Cosmic Princess Kaguya!” will end its theatrical run on June 18 (Thu)! A graduation commemorative stage greeting featuring the cast and director will be held!
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Netflix film “Cosmic Princess Kaguya!” will end its theatrical run on June 18. The long-running hit grossed 2.5 billion yen, and a graduation commemorative stage greeting will be held the following day.
Special website, ticket information and stage cast announced for the “Drug Prince and Narcotic Girl” & “Stand My Heroes” Anniversary Fes ~To you who walked together~!
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coly announces an anniversary festival for 'Drug Prince and Narcotic Girl' and 'Stand My Heroes' to be held in September 2026 at Sunshine City, Tokyo.
[Radio app GERA] Special program featuring voice actor Kikunosuke Totani and comedian Ore Tomoda set to stream!
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A new show, “Zatsudan Haishin Toyatomoda,” featuring voice actor Kikunosuke Totani and comedian Ore Tomoda, launches June 9 on GERA, the radio app operated by Fan Communications.
‘The Glory’ star Park Sung-hoon: Details announced for ‘PARK SUNG HOON Japan 2nd Fanmeeting - Save the Date’; poster unveiled and fan club presale begins!
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Details announced for actor Park Sung-hoon’s Japan fan meeting
Akippa to operate official parking at ‘SPACE SHOWER SWEET LOVE SHOWER 2026’
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akippa株式会社 will continue operating official parking for the music festival ‘SPACE SHOWER SWEET LOVE SHOWER 2026.’ It will increase the number of fully reserved parking lots to 3 to ease traffic congestion.
SHiZUKU’s original song ‘Secret Vintage’ to be released as a digital single on June 13 (Sat.)! Original-label wine with deluxe perks to go on sale in celebration of the release!
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SHiZUKU releases debut single 'Secret Vintage' on June 13, 2026, accompanied by a limited edition wine sale for concert attendees.
Held simultaneously at 3 locations! にぎりの徳兵衛’s Kawahara, Ueda and Mino-Ota restaurants celebrate the 2nd anniversary of their renovation! A live butchering show featuring fresh domestically raised bluefin tuna will be held to thank customers for their continued support! Every Saturday: June 6, 13, 20 and 27.
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A 2nd anniversary event will be held at 3 にぎりの徳兵衛 restaurants operated by 株式会社アトム.
The globally popular ‘Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba’ stage series reaches its climactic battle in the Infinity Castle! ‘Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba’ Stage Play Part Six: Pillar Training—Into the Infinity Castle to stream live exclusively on U-NEXT
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U-NEXT to exclusively live-stream the 6th installment of the 'Demon Slayer' stage play series in June 2026.
Shinichi Sakamoto and Kyoka Isohara co-star in ‘Drillman Ø,’ with tickets nearly sold out! The prequel to the birth of Drillman, a hero of love and courage whose right hand has been transformed into a drill, is coming to the stage soon.
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Stage play 'Drillman Ø' to be performed in Shinjuku, featuring a prequel story.
New information unveiled during the 1st anniversary livestream! DMM GAMES’ idle idol RPG ‘STELLAR IDOL PROJECT’ reveals a free gacha with up to 300 pulls, a new song music video and more!
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DMM GAMES’ idol-raising RPG ‘STELLAR IDOL PROJECT’ marks its 1st anniversary and launches a commemorative campaign featuring up to 300 free gacha pulls and a new song music video.
First wave of on-site merchandise unveiled, including ‘Land of the Lustrous’ goods designed by Haruko Ichikawa! Standees of Belldandy from ‘Ah! My Goddess’ and layered panels featuring Inori Yuitsuka and others from ‘Medalist’ will also be on display!
Broadcast and streaming of NEC presents FUJI & SUN '26 announced on WOWOW, with the festival just around the corner! Get your tickets soon for an annual weekend at the foot of Mount Fuji.
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NEC presents FUJI & SUN '26 to be broadcast on WOWOW, featuring sustainability initiatives with Corelex.
Mass production of NVIDIA Vera Rubin begins, set to power agentic AI factories worldwide
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NVIDIA begins mass production of the Vera Rubin platform. In collaboration with Taiwan’s supply chain, it will dramatically boost the performance of AI factories.
Turning Sanmeigaku into a ‘life strategy discipline’—The first intensive trial course in ‘Shimeigaku,’ systematized by head instructor Takamori Matsuda, will be held in Mita, Tokyo, on June 27
Cast members from “Karamazov,” including Rina Kawaguchi, Satsuki Shiina and Seina Hoshiki from “NEEDY GIRL OVERDOSE,” to reunite! “ABEMA” to exclusively stream a free live “Karamazov Support Special” at 8 p.m. on Saturday, June 6!
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ABEMA will air a special program and a marathon re-broadcast of the TV anime “NEEDY GIRL OVERDOSE.”
With 2028 requirements in mind, Fujii Corporation launches a comprehensive health management support service for workplaces with fewer than 50 employees, including on-site occupational health nurse stress checks!
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Fujii Corporation launches support for implementing stress checks at small workplaces.
Reuters: China builds a system to train rare-earth specialists at universities
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A Reuters investigation finds that China is strengthening specialized rare-earth education at universities to maintain its global dominance in refining.
Railway Bento Festival opens on the 5th, with 15 Japanese railway operators joining from overseas
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Taiwan Railway will hold a railway bento festival at Taipei Station from June 5. The event will feature a record number of exhibitors, including 15 Japanese companies, selling limited-edition and collaborative bentos.
New Taipei expands senior citizens’ card usage; mayoral candidates from both the blue and green camps voice support
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The New Taipei City Government announced an expanded range of uses for senior citizens’ card points, with candidates from both the blue and green camps expressing support.
Accidents at Nan’ao sea caves continue; National Property Administration says illegal commercial activity has been banned
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Accidents have continued at Nan’ao Beach in Yilan. The National Property Administration clarified management responsibilities and stressed that illegal commercial activity has been banned.
CPBL leaders discuss seeking to establish an alternative military service system for baseball
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The CPBL is considering an alternative military service system for baseball and abolishing the clause granting foreign players priority negotiating rights.
Ministry of Justice launches revisions to drug-impaired driving laws, considering tougher penalties
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The Ministry of Justice has launched revisions to drug-impaired driving laws to increase penalties and step up efforts to crack down on emerging drugs.
A trip abroad by officers from the Zhudong Precinct of the Hsinchu County Police Bureau using police association subsidies sparked controversy. Police said the expenses had been properly handled in accordance with regulations.
Scholars and experts say juvenile crime prevention should focus on physical and mental development, with the family at its core.
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The Ministry of Health and Welfare is promoting the Adverse Childhood Experiences and Family Support Service Plan. Experts stress the importance of early intervention centered on the family.
The New Taipei District Prosecutors Office placed 17 suspects in preventive detention for drug-impaired driving under amendments to the Code of Criminal Procedure.
New Qing'an 2.0 covers a wide range of issues; a proposal is to be drafted for review and approval by the Executive Yuan.
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The Ministry of Finance is working to develop New Qing'an 2.0 and is considering support for families with marriage and child-rearing plans, as well as adjustments to interest subsidies.
A 台鐵 passenger fell onto the tracks at Taipei Main Station, was rescued and taken to hospital, and will face penalties under the law.
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A man fell onto the tracks at Taipei Station. The fall was caused by a physical ailment, and he is expected to be penalized for violating the Railway Act.
Pingtung councilor seeks funding for a waterside trail at Millennium Park; Water Resources Department says it is feasible.
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A Pingtung county councilor proposed building a waterside trail at Millennium Park and upgrading park facilities, and the county government expressed support.