“Railway cuisine” is loved by 70% of rail fans. The deciding factors in their purchases are the special appeal of regional exclusives and locally sourced ingredients.
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株式会社NEXER and 鉄道ひろば conducted a survey on “railway cuisine and station bento” among 144 men and women interested in railways. The survey found that 72.2% had enjoyed railway cuisine, and that the special appeal of regional exclusives and locally sourced ingredients was a key factor in their purchases.
Ehime Prefecture’s Niihama City, 新居浜市歯科医師会, Kawahara Medical College’s Niihama Campus, and Lotte sign an agreement to promote the oral health of Niihama residents.
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Lotte signs an oral health partnership agreement with Niihama City, the dental association and Kawahara Medical College. The parties will promote oral health awareness among people of all ages and provide disaster support.
About 30% of children had strong preferences about their school backpacks. More than 98% of parents whose children chose their own said they were glad they made that choice.
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株式会社NEXER and Rara-chan Randoseru jointly surveyed 200 parents of children in elementary school or older about “school backpacks and children’s motivation and memories.” The results showed that 56% said the backpack affected their child’s motivation to start school, and that 98.5% of families whose children chose their own backpack viewed that choice positively.
About 60% of people with experience in the IT and gaming industries said they faced “challenges or concerns” with quality control and debugging. The top issue was “insufficient testing time,” cited by about 56%.
About 38% of people with telework experience said they had faced communication difficulties or misunderstandings while working remotely. “Online meetings” were the most common setting, at about 47%.
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A joint survey by 株式会社NEXER and the digital whiteboard Mirai Touch Biz found that about 38% of people with telework experience had faced communication difficulties or misunderstandings while working remotely. The most common setting was “online meetings,” at about 47%. The survey also found that 56.4% felt in-person meetings were higher quality, highlighting communication challenges in hybrid work.
The reality: 31.5% of parents “don’t know at all” how their children are doing in school. 1 in 3 people with exam experience look back and say, “I wish I’d started earlier.”
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A joint survey by Osaka tutoring school アップ学習会 and 株式会社NEXER found that 31.5% of parents had “no idea at all” how their children were doing on regular tests. It also revealed that about 1 in 3 people with exam experience felt they “should have started earlier.”
For the first time for the brand! “Looking for a connection. Audition” will give the winner the chance to appear in an ad for niko and ...
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Adastria brand niko and ... will hold the “Looking for a connection. Audition,” an open call for participants in its 2026 fall/winter campaign, starting June 2, 2026. With the theme “Even close friends can meet someone new,” the winner will appear in an advertisement photographed by Nico Perez.
Hideyoshi Kan, known for “Kamen Rider Geats” and “I Joined a Group I’m Not Close With on the School Trip,” appears on the cover for the first time in “TV Guide dan vol.60”! The back cover features Takashi and Shuya of Chotokkyu.
Make your usual trip home from work a little more special on a Friday night. Osaka hotel hosts “Summer! Bubbles! Summer Night,” an event featuring all-you-can-eat and all-you-can-drink options every Friday!
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Shin-Osaka Esaka Tokyu REI Hotel will hold its Friday-only summer event, “Summer! Bubbles! Summer Night,” from July 10 to September 25, 2026. The event pairs unlimited draft beer, sparkling wine and highballs with a buffet, offering businesspeople a casual evening after work.
【F ORGANICS／O by F】Three summer kits to choose from for your summer skin and hair concerns! Limited-quantity kits come with a clear bag and let you try popular items for less than their regular price ＜on sale June 17 (Wed.)＞
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Mash Beauty Lab will release 3 summer kits from F ORGANICS and O by F starting June 17. The sets address skin and hair concerns specific to summer and will be offered at a discount with a clear bag.
Companies mentioned：株式会社マッシュビューティーラボ、Cosme Kitchen、Biople、MASH GO GREEN STORE
GMO Media and Taishukan Shoten to launch “Kakukoto AI,” an AI-powered learning support service developed jointly to build writing skills, in April 2027.
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GMO Media and Taishukan Shoten will launch “Kakukoto AI” in April 2027, an AI learning support service specializing in written-response questions and essays. AI will assist with grading and feedback, helping ease teachers’ workload while developing students’ writing skills.
Origin Toshu will launch its hand-cut beef skirt steak yakiniku bento series at all locations starting June 2. The lineup includes yakiniku bento made with 2 types of sauce, as well as options with 2 times the meat and deluxe versions.
Sanwa Direct announces its 2026 “Big Year-End Sale” event!
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Sanwa Direct, the online store operated by Sanwa Supply, will hold its “Big Year-End Sale” from June 4 to 18, 2026. Highlights include a 5,000-yen lucky bag (700 available on a first-come, first-served basis), a sweepstakes offering a full refund of the purchase price, and several social media giveaways.
【JAF Tochigi】A “Mini 4WD Workshop” for parents and children to build and race together, fun for all generations, to be held for JAF members for the first time on Saturday, June 27.
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The JAF Tochigi branch will hold its first “Mini 4WD Workshop” on June 27, 2026. This community-focused event will share the appeal of making things and the importance of traffic safety through model-building and racing activities for parents and children.
A practical guide to turning data into results and an engine for business growth: “Customer Data Platform (CDP) Construction and Operations Master Course” begins streaming June 2. Create an action plan you can put to work tomorrow and set your first initiative up for success.
To mark the “Theo Jansen Exhibition”! A set featuring an “original special discount voucher” for the popular, officially licensed kit—the only one of its kind in the world—will be available starting June 1!!
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Gakken began selling a Strandbeest assembly kit with a special discount voucher on June 1 to mark the “Theo Jansen Exhibition.” It is an official kit ideal for getting ready for the exhibition.
61% of back-office workers are considering changing jobs! A survey of 160 reveals career stagnation and candid views on reskilling.
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A survey of 160 back-office workers found that more than 60% had considered changing jobs in 2026. Dissatisfaction with compensation and a sense of limited career prospects were major factors.
Just walk around town and places you like will naturally add up. Beta version of AI-powered restaurant recommendation app Smafoo released.
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Smart Food Inc. has released the beta version of Smafoo, a restaurant recommendation app that uses short videos and AI recommendations. AI learns users’ location and preferences to automatically suggest restaurants they may like, with no search required. The company aims to release the full version in summer 2026.
Now supports a new feature that lets you add your favorite photo to your marriage registration! “My Marriage Registration” redesigned for easier use—campaign underway to mark the launch of the new service
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株式会社サムライソード has redesigned “My Marriage Registration” and added a photo insertion feature. A campaign is also underway to mark the launch.
Give Dad a “I did it!” moment for Father’s Day. A participatory project where parents and children use 3D pens to give shape to their feelings launches at “3Dひろば”
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3Dひろば is running a 3D pen crafting campaign for Father’s Day, offering an experience for parents and children as a gift.
友愛メディカル adopts “MediLinkX” at all locations: How it uses LINE prescription submissions with patient flow in mind
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友愛メディカル adopts the LINE prescription submission service “MediLinkX” at all locations, improving patient convenience and advancing digital transformation.
夏目光学 selected for the “300 Outstanding Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises and Small Businesses” list
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夏目光学 selected for the “300 Outstanding Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises and Small Businesses” list. Its precision optics technology supports advanced industries.
[For industrial PCs, June 2026] Now compatible with legacy operating systems dating back to XP! HDD/SSD cloning service enhanced
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リプラス enhances its HDD/SSD cloning service for older industrial PCs. The service reduces the risk of system downtime at manufacturing sites running operating systems that have reached end of support.
YKプランニング featured in the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare’s “Good Practices by Youth Yell-Certified Companies” collection
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YKプランニング featured in the health ministry’s collection of good practices by Youth Yell-certified companies. Its efforts to develop young employees were recognized.
Professor Kazuya Yamagata of the Graduate School of Life Sciences at 熊本大学 has received the Hagedorn Award from the Japan Diabetes Society.
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Professor Kazuya Yamagata of 熊本大学 received the Hagedorn Award from the Japan Diabetes Society for his work elucidating the molecular mechanisms of hereditary diabetes.
[ハイアット リージェンシー 東京] An afternoon tea of radiant fruit evoking a summer in southern France: “Jardin de Fruits Afternoon Tea,” a garden of fruit imagined by ピエール・エルメ・パリ
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ハイアット リージェンシー 東京 unveils a summer-only afternoon tea created under the supervision of ピエール・エルメ・パリ. It will feature refined sweets themed around southern French fruits and Mediterranean-style savory dishes.
Kurima Island in Okinawa Prefecture, where the Southern Cross can be seen from Japan. The vision of a stargazing guide who once worked as a nature guide in Hawaii has finally become a book.
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リトリート出版 will release its new book, “LIFE CHANGING: A Life-Changing Stargazing Experience,” on May 31, 2026. The book focuses on the starry skies of Kurima Island and includes donations to environmental conservation efforts and multilingual text for tourists.
[Event Report] Humanoid Hack Tokyo: International humanoid/physical AI hackathon using Unitree G1 wraps up, with over 100 preregistrations
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An international physical AI hackathon using the humanoid robot Unitree G1 was held in Tokyo. More than 100 engineers from Japan and abroad competed in advanced hardware development, including recreating traditional techniques.
World first! Character merchandise from the dating app “コンパイキタイ” now on sale
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株式会社トゥエンティトゥ has launched official merchandise featuring “コンパくん,” the official character of the app “コンパイキタイ,” on “SUZURI byGMOペパボ.” The company aims to encourage communication through the character.
29.3% of inquiries about multifunction printers (copiers) specify a preferred manufacturer｜OFFICE110 releases survey findings
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OFFICE110 surveyed customer preferences for manufacturers when installing multifunction printers. It found that about 30% of inquiries specify a preferred manufacturer, with decisions made in view of operational needs.
[Supervised by an ophthalmologist] Children’s vision decline approaches 2 times the level of 45 years ago. For Children’s Eye Day on June 10, a look at the risks of “waiting to see” amid a surge in myopia and how to protect “lifelong vision” by age 6
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Vision Megane, an optical retailer, is carrying out awareness activities on children’s declining eyesight ahead of Children’s Eye Day on June 10. Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology statistics show that the share of elementary school students with uncorrected visual acuity below 1.0 has risen to about 2 times the level of 45 years ago. The company’s survey found that about 30% of parents choose to “wait and see” when their children have difficulty seeing, and it warns of the risk of overlooking amblyopia.
Survey of full-time employees in their 20s on attitudes toward managers holding back
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株式会社ジェイック surveyed full-time employees in their 20s about managers holding back. About 30% said they felt their managers were overly considerate, while 70% wanted candid guidance.
Rakuten Mobile’s 5G-compatible home router “Rakuten Turbo” takes overall 1st place in the “Home Routers” category of the 2026 Oricon Customer Satisfaction Survey
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Rakuten Mobile’s “Rakuten Turbo” and “Rakuten Hikari” each ranked 1st in the 2026 Oricon Customer Satisfaction Survey.
The 17th Nitori Ladies Golf Tournament for professional women golfers will be held at Kushiro Country Club for the first time in eastern Hokkaido. Crowdfunding and hometown tax donations through GCF will open on May 15 to fund course improvements.
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Kushiro Country Club begins fundraising ahead of its first women’s professional golf tournament, aiming to revitalize the local economy.
A Zoom seminar titled “Die Coating and Drying Processes and Troubleshooting: Methods, Classifications, Mechanisms, and Simulation Technology for Coating and Drying” is scheduled for Friday, July 31.
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AndTech hosts a technical seminar on die coating processes and troubleshooting on July 31, 2026.
A Zoom seminar titled “Principles of Optical Wireless Power Transmission and Applications of Long-Distance Power Transmission Using Lasers: Research and Development Cases in Drones, Robotics, and Space” is scheduled for Thursday, July 30.
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AndTech hosts a Zoom seminar on optical wireless power transmission technology featuring Professor Tomoyuki Miyamoto.
A Zoom seminar on Wednesday, July 29, titled “Practical Thermal Management and High-Voltage Insulation Technologies and Evaluation of AC and Impulse Insulation Performance Under IEC International Standards: Partial Discharge Measurement in Automotive and Industrial Motors, Coils, Power Semiconductor Modules, Circuit Boards, and More.”
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AndTech Inc. will hold a Zoom seminar on high-voltage insulation technology on July 29, 2026. It will explain evaluation methods based on IEC international standards, including examples of impulse insulation evaluation tests for EV hairpin stators.
Celebrating 25 years of Kisuke BOX with a summer festival to thank the community: the 3rd event, “Kisuke Natsukoshi Festival 2026,” will be held July 4 and 5 in Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture.
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Kisuke BOX will hold its 25th anniversary event, “Kisuke Natsukoshi Festival 2026,” on July 4 and 5. The indoor event will feature a traditional festival fair and professional wrestling as a way to thank the community.
“Takata-kun Asks!” Episode 2: A current Keio student and Nada High School alumnus gets candid with organizational theory expert Shinichi Yamamoto — livestreaming June 4 at 13:00.
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Aoba-BBT will stream episode 2 of the YouTube program “Takata-kun Asks!” on June 4, 2026. Takuto Takada will talk with instructor Shinichi Yamamoto about “Leadership and Organizations.”
170th anniversary: Company event on Lake Biwa on May 25 to pass on the company’s philosophy and rediscover the appeal of Lake Biwa as a local resource.
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Oga Kame Co., Ltd., marking its 170th anniversary, held a commemorative company event on Lake Biwa. The event aimed to instill the company’s philosophy and rediscover local resources.
Hawaii travel survey: Even among those taking an “easy overseas trip,” about 40% experienced “unexpected confusion.” Behind “aloha time” lie challenges with connectivity and tipping culture.
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A survey conducted jointly by WiFiトラベル and プラスト株式会社 found that about 40% of Japanese travelers who visited Hawaii experienced unexpected confusion over matters such as connectivity and tipping culture. The survey covered 300 men and women aged 20 to 59, and showed that preparing connectivity options in advance can greatly affect travel satisfaction.
Hawaiian cafe and restaurant Merengue to open its first location in the Makuhari area of Chiba City, and its first inside a hotel! Grand opening on June 11, 2026, at KOKO HOTEL Premier 東京ベイ幕張!
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株式会社RYコーポレーション will open a new Hawaiian cafe, Merengue, inside KOKO HOTEL Premier 東京ベイ幕張 in Mihama Ward, Chiba City, on June 11, 2026. The brand’s first hotel location will offer a breakfast buffet and limited-edition dinner menu, aiming to attract new customer groups. A special pancake will also be available for 3 days only to celebrate the opening.
Companies mentioned：株式会社RYコーポレーション、Merengue、KOKO HOTEL Premier 東京ベイ幕張、鎌倉ハム富岡商会、LA COCORICO、The French Toast Factory、E’VOLTA、E’VOLTA Unico Polo
Study finds that “5 hours of play a week” can boost family happiness: レゴグループ releases survey results ahead of International Day of Play (June 11) and launches “Never Stop Playing,” a campaign promoting the importance of play.
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Ahead of the UN-designated International Day of Play, レゴグループ released the results of a survey on play involving 45,000 people in 30 countries. The findings showed that at least 5 hours of family play per week can boost happiness, but many families are too busy to make it happen. In response, the company launched the global campaign “Never Stop Playing,” featuring actor Jason Momoa, to promote the importance of play.
From “casual social media management” to “strategic investment”: Hotlink to publish the book “SNS Marketing: The Ultimate Strategy Encyclopedia 88” through 翔泳社.
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Hotlink, which supports social media marketing, will publish “SNS Marketing: The Ultimate Strategy Encyclopedia 88,” written by its employee Koki Shibaoka, through 翔泳社 on June 22, 2026. The book explains strategic approaches to move beyond intuitive social media management and generate business results.
First ever: Japanet Water ranks No. 1 overall for 6 consecutive years* in the Oricon Customer Satisfaction Survey.
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Japanet Water has ranked No. 1 overall for 6 consecutive years in the Oricon Customer Satisfaction Survey, a first. Its quality and service in supplying natural water were recognized.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ジャパネットホールディングス、株式会社oricon ME
Universities and students: Why is it so hard to find the right distance? Recruiting HR professionals struggling with new graduate hiring communications for a “reflection session” on Wednesday, July 22, in Shinsaibashi — an HR networking event with candid feedback from current university students!
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株式会社NOVEL will hold “Jinjiru-bu,” a free networking event in Osaka on July 22 for HR professionals struggling with new graduate recruitment, where they can get direct feedback from current university students. The event is co-hosted with 株式会社やるか、やらんか。.
Half-price yakitori: A 50% off campaign on all new charcoal-grilled-style yakitori at popular Japanese sake bars, from June 4 to June 24 only! All sake from Japan’s 47 prefectures available. The campaign will run at all 夢酒 and 富士喜商店 locations.
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Japanese sake bars 夢酒 and 富士喜商店 will offer 50% off all yakitori on the new menu for a limited time, from June 4 to 24. The offer is available at all 5 locations in Shinjuku, Ikebukuro, and Shibuya.
[日本文芸社 × Nikken Gakuin] Follow and repost for a chance to win the latest volume of the manga “First-Class Architect Noriko’s Design Thinking”! 10 winners will be selected. The campaign is running on X (Twitter) through June 21.
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Nikken Gakuin is running a manga giveaway campaign.
Fukujuen, a long-established Kyoto tea shop, will open a new store at 関西国際空港 on June 2, 2026, targeting inbound travelers. It will offer premium Japanese tea experiences through its new “Yohaku no Hitotoki” series, bottled tea, and more.
NVIDIA and TSMC bring AI into fabs to advance semiconductor design and manufacturing.
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NVIDIA and TSMC are expanding the use of AI in semiconductor manufacturing. They will optimize processes from design through mass production to improve yields and productivity.
The audience must uncover the truth — an immersive experience where fine dining and mystery intersect: “Mystery Restaurant: The Sunken Truth and the Bound Guilt” at ルスツリゾート.
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An interactive mystery restaurant experience will be held at ルスツリゾート.
The more it rains, the better the deal! “Rainy Day Discount” campaign returns this year at 2 BACK YARD locations in Yokohama. A 100% chance of rain means 100% off your next visit! Following its popularity, the campaign returns this year with a double offer: reducing food waste and saving on your next visit.
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The “Rainy Day Discount Campaign” will be held in June at 2 Yokohama BBQ facilities operated by 株式会社BAKERU, with the aim of reducing food waste on rainy days.
[Foot Odor Survey] A new approach to eliminating stubborn odors at their source! PIEFILI, which combines powerful deodorizing and antibacterial effects with a refined fragrance through “neutralizing deodorization” using natural essential oils, proposes ideal foot care that does not compromise on ingredient safety.
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Rust-eze LLC conducted a survey on awareness of shoe odor countermeasures. An overwhelming majority of consumers prioritize antibacterial and deodorizing effects, and the 100% natural-ingredient brand PIEFILI offers products that meet this need.
A new healthy habit that starts with “walking with someone.” Osanpo IPPO wins the Hobby and Lifestyle Community Award at the “Peatix Community Awards 2026”.
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IPPO株式会社’s “Osanpo IPPO” wins the Peatix Community Awards 2026.
“Micro-tourism lunches” are launching at 3 restaurants operated by 株式会社SU-BEE. The new lunch experience invites local customers to enjoy Kanazawa, a tourist destination, as a city to spend time in.
S.H.N株式会社 opens nationwide call for candidate properties as izakaya brand “Izakaya Kakumei Yotteba” reaches 40 stores.
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S.H.N株式会社 has opened a nationwide call for vacant stores and properties equipped with existing facilities as it seeks to expand its izakaya brand “Yotteba.” A 200,000-yen reward will be paid if a contract is concluded.
[Umee Technologies × Basic co-hosted] Put first-hand information from sales meetings to work in marketing strategy! Seminar on uncovering customer insights in the AI era to be held on June 11 (Thu).
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Umee Technologies and Basic announce a free online seminar to be co-hosted on June 11, 2026. The seminar will explain how to use AI to extract customer insights from sales meeting conversation data (first-hand information) and apply them to marketing strategy. It is aimed at marketing professionals and business leaders.
Creating new advertising value through broadcast and streaming: TBS’s strategy [Free REVISIO webinar]
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REVISIO株式会社 will hold a free webinar in June 2026 featuring TBS Television’s Akinori Uno as a speaker. Against the backdrop of the spread of connected TV, the webinar will discuss next-generation media strategies spanning broadcast and streaming using attention data, and explore the importance of the “quality of 1 reach.”
Regional Revitalization Cooperation Team DAO launches in Fuefuki, Yamanashi Prefecture, aiming to promote city branding and create ties with the region.
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Fuefuki City, Yamanashi Prefecture, will launch the “Regional Revitalization Cooperation Team DAO” in June 2026 in collaboration with 株式会社あるやうむ. Combining the Regional Revitalization Cooperation Team with a DAO, the initiative aims to bring local residents and outside participants together to solve regional issues and foster ties with the community. The newly appointed team member, Massu, will play a central role in its activities.
Shimamura collaborates its “Ikiiki Labo” and “Minmin Labo” private-brand series with its summer “Cho COOL” and “FIBER DRY” series! Bras and legwear recommended for summer arrive!
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Shimamura is launching summer products in a collaboration between its private brands “Ikiiki Labo” and “Minmin Labo” and “Cho COOL” and “FIBER DRY.”
Ginza Eikokuya selected for the “2024 Habataku 300 Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises and Small Businesses” list. Long-established custom suit company returns to growth through management that values people.
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株式会社英國屋 has been selected for the “2024 Habataku 300 Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises and Small Businesses” list. Its growth model, built on consolidating stores and “management that values people,” was recognized.
Quanmatic and ROHM implement quantum technology in the semiconductor manufacturing “front-end” process, boosting production efficiency by 3%.
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Quanmatic and ROHM implemented a quantum-based optimization system in the front-end semiconductor manufacturing process at LAPIS Semiconductor's Miyazaki plant, achieving a 3% increase in production efficiency.
[First in Nepal and South Asia] Specified Skilled Worker (i) evaluation exam for automotive maintenance to be held in the capital Kathmandu in July 2026.
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Blue Rocket to conduct Specified Skilled Worker evaluation exams for automotive maintenance in Kathmandu, Nepal, in July 2026.
Learn together in the community and live connected to the region: Nishinomiya’s community school “Machigaku 2026” opens, with opening ceremony and first class starting on July 4!
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Machigaku, a community learning platform in Nishinomiya, Hyogo Prefecture, operated by NPO法人なごみ, will hold the opening ceremony for “Machigaku 2026” on July 4, 2026. Using all of Nishinomiya as its campus, it will offer a place for people of different generations to learn together. It aims to revitalize the local community by planning and running a variety of classes through a corporate collaborative sponsorship program.
Companies mentioned：NPO法人なごみ、西宮商工会議所、ネッツトヨタ神戸、西宮阪急百貨店、生活共同組合コープこうべ、阪神園芸、ウェルビーイング阪急阪神、無印良品、Zoff、西宮市文化振興財団、西宮市社会福祉協議会、県立鳴尾高校、市立西宮東高校、TAOCA COFFEE、リリーフ、西宮市卸売市場、第一学院managaraBASE、関西学院大学、武庫川女子大学、善教寺、さくらFM、みなと銀行、コワーキングSARASA、NPO法人a little
In spring 2026, the private villa “ENINARU,” limited to 2 groups per 1 day, will open on the shore of Lake Biwa in Otsu, Shiga Prefecture. With the concept of “making room in your schedule,” it will offer experiences such as digital detox to help people today reset both mind and body. Activities including a sauna and SUP will also be available, offering a refined retreat.
New members-only urban salon “PAZO Urban Lounge” grand opens in Ginza.
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On May 20, 2026, the fully members-only urban salon “PAZO Urban Lounge” grand opened in Ginza, Tokyo. Inspired by the Spanish noble residence known as a “PAZO,” the space was designed by interior designer Yasumichi Morita. As “another residence” for members, it offers a refined social setting where they can enjoy wine, cocktails and meals while conducting business discussions or spending private time. Access is by introduction, with the aim of building a high-quality community.
A TOEFL ITP prep tool “too attuned” to test takers, born from students’ feedback, launches
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ADER Co., Ltd. has launched Preness, a TOEFL ITP prep tool. Its realistic test environment and detailed analytics help learners improve their scores efficiently.
Transforming the world’s soil with Japanese microbial technology and regenerating the future of the planet: リサール酵産 launches its U.S. expansion project in earnest
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リサール酵産株式会社, which is marking its 50th anniversary, has officially launched a project to bring its flagship microbial soil amendment, カルスNC-R, to the U.S. market. The technology regenerates soil by rapidly breaking down crop residues into high-quality nutrients, reducing reliance on chemical fertilizers. To raise funds for the project and recruit supporters, the company has launched a crowdfunding campaign on CAMPFIRE with a target of 3 million yen, accelerating its efforts to realize sustainable agriculture.
Tokushima City: Former special-needs school teacher to open Montessori parent-child class おやこびより in June, welcoming children with or without disabilities
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In Tokushima City, former special-needs school teacher Hitomi Tamura will open the Montessori parent-child class おやこびより in June 2026. The small-group class responds to each child’s development and has inherited teaching materials from a local class that closed. It will also work with children’s centers and other organizations to support families in the community.
Online identity verification service LIQUID eKYC introduced for cryptocurrency lending service Lendee
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Cryptocurrency lending service Lendee has introduced Liquid’s online identity verification service LIQUID eKYC to streamline account opening and strengthen security. Using AI and biometric authentication, the service shortens review times while preventing impersonation.
Stay comfortable even in summer! Sagamiko Berry Garden, where visitors can enjoy picking 36 varieties of blueberries, opens its 2026 season on June 6!!
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Sagamiko Berry Garden in Sagamihara City will begin blueberry picking on June 6.
Insect Day special! Popular Insects Ranking 2026 announced, with more than 1 million votes cast
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もりみらい株式会社 has announced the results of an insect popularity poll held across 3 game titles to mark Insect Day. The poll received approximately 1.93 million votes.
[みらいパートナーズ] Free online seminar on the fundamentals and practical use of the Business Improvement Subsidy, showing how to overcome equipment investment cost barriers while improving employee benefits, to be held June 30 (Tue)
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みらいパートナーズ to hold a seminar on using the Business Improvement Subsidy on June 30.
June 5 is Environment Day: books you’ve finished can support a good cause! BOOKMAGIC Environment Month Support Campaign 2026 launches
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Certified NPO JEN and BookOff have launched a campaign for Environment Month in June 2026, inviting people to donate unwanted books, appliances and other items. All proceeds from purchases will be donated, with an additional 10% added during the campaign.
WD at COMPUTEX 2026: AI runs on data, not just compute
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Western Digital is highlighting the importance of data storage in AI infrastructure at COMPUTEX 2026. It will showcase new technologies and products and propose tiered storage solutions that balance performance and cost-effectiveness.
Companies mentioned：Western Digital (WD)、TRENDFOCUS、IBM、Red Hat (Ceph)、XTAO
[葬儀社の人・組織創りサポート] つむぎ株式会社 to exhibit at Funeral Business Fair 2026 and speak at a seminar on “What do companies that win through people do?”
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つむぎ株式会社 will exhibit at Funeral Business Fair 2026, to be held in Yokohama in June 2026, where its representative, Ryo Maeda, will speak at a seminar on talent and organization building. The booth will introduce the management community 人・組織創りLabo and offer individual consultations.