AI News 180m Report

2026-06-02 09:00–12:00 JST

1186 received, 1186 listed, 3 sources ・ Page 1 of 12

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 1144 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 42 items from 1 source.

One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

Japan | PR TIMES(959)

【Ragnarok Online】“Kapra’s Happy Marriage Festival” Begins!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Ragnarok Online announces a marriage event and the addition of a new dungeon.

Companies mentioned:ガンホー・オンライン・エンターテイメント

Original売れるネット広告社グループ(9235)、子会社(SHILD FORCE株式会社)商号変更及び、生成AI×動画マーケティングを活用した「次世代クリエイター育成オンラインスクール事業」開始に関するお知らせ

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

売れるネット広告社グループ changes its subsidiary’s trade name to SHILD FORCE and launches an online school business using generative AI and video marketing.

Companies mentioned:売れるネット広告社グループ、SHILD FORCE株式会社、株式会社SOBAプロジェクト

Free invitations for Kokurakita and Kokuraminami residents! Mayor Takeuchi to attend ボルクバレット北九州’s home opener, with a live performance by the Urata brothers also scheduled

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

ボルクバレット北九州 will hold its home opener on June 6, 2026. Community events, including invitations for local residents and a visit by the mayor, will also be held.

Companies mentioned:株式会社アジアスポーツマーケティング、ボルクバレット北九州、株式会社パーソナルネット、バルドラール浦安

−20°C salt ice “ROCK B” supports about 600 high school rugby players and spectators at Hanazono; zero heatstroke cases achieved with a refreezing service.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

ミックス&マッチ株式会社 provided heatstroke prevention services using its −20°C salt ice technology “ROCK B” at an event at Hanazono Rugby Stadium, achieving success.

Companies mentioned:ミックス&マッチ株式会社

【The AI divide】67.3% of section managers use AI at work, compared with just 25.4% of general employees — a reversal in which those higher up use it more, seen at Japanese companies

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

A survey by 株式会社スリスタ found that AI use is more common among higher-ranking employees at Japanese companies, with a usage rate of 67.3% among section managers compared with just 25.4% among general employees.

Companies mentioned:株式会社スリスタ

Top-tier Bangkok nightclub MU:IN, originating in South Korea, is expanding to Tokyo!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Humax Entertainment has signed a licensing agreement with South Korean-origin nightclub MU:IN and will expand to Shinjuku in 2027.

Companies mentioned:株式会社ヒューマックスエンタテインメント、MU:IN GROUP

【Lawson Store 100’s new June products】The “Devil’s Rice Ball,” which sold about 200,000 units in 4 weeks, is back! Seasonal chilled sweets and savory, richly flavored bread will also be released in succession.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Lawson Store 100 announced its lineup of new June products. It is bringing back the popular “Devil’s Rice Ball” and introducing seasonal Japanese sweets and savory bread to meet demand amid rising prices.

Companies mentioned:株式会社ローソンストア100

【Yame, Fukuoka Prefecture】The 3rd installment of the “Monthly Kimono Goshuin,” featuring a different kimono and season each month, offers a Minazuki goshuin adorned with hydrangeas

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

福島八幡宮 is offering its “Monthly Kimono Goshuin,” available only in June.

Companies mentioned:福島八幡宮

fondi CEO Juto Nohara named to the Consumer & Enterprise Technology category of Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia 2026

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

fondi CEO Juto Nohara has been named to Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia 2026.

Companies mentioned:株式会社fondi

Launch of “Recruitment Compliance Training” to avoid legal risks and ensure fair selection: Reskill employee training

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Reskill has launched recruitment compliance training.

Companies mentioned:株式会社リスキル

Hakuhodo DY ONE and KLleon enter into strategic business partnership

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Hakuhodo DY ONE partners with KLleon to develop and provide high-quality AI avatars for corporate CX enhancement.

Companies mentioned:Hakuhodo DY ONE、KLleon、Klleon Inc.

NINE STORIES / LOST GIRLS BOOKS POP-UP SHOP & LOST GIRLS BOOKS for bonjour records

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

A NINE STORIES / LOST GIRLS BOOKS POP-UP SHOP will be held at bonjour records.

Companies mentioned:株式会社ジュン、bonjour records

The nights of Minamisanriku will come alive again. “Shizugawa Night Market — Early Summer Gathering” to be held on Saturday, June 13

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

The “Shizugawa Night Market,” an event aimed at revitalizing the community, will be held in Minamisanriku.

Companies mentioned:南三陸町観光協会、南三陸志津川さんさん商店会、株式会社南三陸まちづくり未来

“Baseball has its dream match.” “Suntory Dream Match 2026” to be held

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Suntory will hold the “Dream Match 2026” on July 27.

Companies mentioned:サントリーホールディングス

【Seminar for business leaders】Former trust bank employee discusses “3 pitfalls of business succession”; free online seminar to be held June 24

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

M&A Navi will hold a business succession seminar on June 24.

Companies mentioned:株式会社M&Aナビ

Now recruiting the 1st cohort for Musashino Valley Incubation Studio, a hands-on studio for creating new businesses

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Musashino Valley Incubation Studio launches its first cohort for startup incubation, offering mentorship and business development training.

Companies mentioned:Musashino Valley Incubation Studio、Musashino Valley、inspiring dots、Live Consulting

Cloud PBX “INNOVERA” begins in-house trial of AI-powered automation for phone support operations

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Prodilight has begun in-house testing of AI summarization and task extraction features for its cloud PBX “INNOVERA.”

Companies mentioned:株式会社プロディライト

Bringing the “3rd wage increase” of the high-cost era to small and medium-sized businesses. “TwooCa” selected for installation at a machinery and equipment installation site!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Jōshin Maintenance has adopted the next-generation wallet “TwooCa” to improve employee benefits.

Companies mentioned:株式会社Kort Valuta、有限会社上進メンテナンス

Originalポーランドのアイウェアブランド「アルバート・アイムシュタイン」のイベントを開催 2026.6.13 - 6.21 @ トリプル銀座

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Polish eyewear brand “アルバート・アイムシュタイン” will hold a limited-time event in Ginza.

Companies mentioned:アルバート・アイムシュタイン、トリプル銀座

【For 3rd-year high school students, parents, and teachers in Kumamoto Prefecture】Applications open for the “Hoshinowa Foundation Reserved Scholarship” for students entering university in 2027!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Applications open for a reserved scholarship for high school students in Kumamoto Prefecture.

Companies mentioned:公益財団法人ほしのわ

Are plants suffering from summer fatigue in the extreme heat? The No. 1 problem with summer vegetables is “fruit cracking,” while the No. 1 houseplant mistake is “overwatering” — Hyponex Japan surveys summer gardening practices

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Survey of summer gardening practices: problems with summer vegetables, houseplant mishaps, and how to address them.

Companies mentioned:株式会社ハイポネックスジャパン

A Smart, which automates meter reading, to exhibit at Building Maintenance Fair TOKYO 2026

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Ashiot will showcase its A Smart automated meter-reading service at the Building Maintenance Fair.

Companies mentioned:アシオット株式会社

株式会社マウンテンゴリラ to exhibit at the “IoT, AI & Robotics Exhibition You Can Use Right Now!!” in June 2026!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Mountain Gorilla will showcase its DX tool “Kakanai” at an exhibition in Kobe.

Companies mentioned:株式会社マウンテンゴリラ

Vicor to explain jointly developed 400V-800V and 400V-12V automotive power units at Automotive Engineering Exposition 2026 NAGOYA

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Vicor Corporation's Japanese subsidiary will exhibit at Automotive Engineering Exposition 2026 Nagoya, showcasing automotive power modules and presenting new 400V-800V/400V-12V converter prototypes.

Companies mentioned:Vicor Corporation、Vicor株式会社、Mouser Electronics

“FMV Note A,” equipped with a proprietary AI app, and “FMV Note U,” offering approximately 34 hours of battery life, debut

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Fujitsu launches new AI-equipped FMV notebook PCs

Companies mentioned:富士通クライアントコンピューティング株式会社

レゾナック・ホールディングス selected as an “SX Brand” for the 2nd consecutive year

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Resonac selected as an SX Brand for the 2nd consecutive year

Companies mentioned:レゾナック・ホールディングス

【In practice】Webinar operations that reach the intended audience. Insights into advertising operations and creative direction in the AI era, using behavioral data from 70,000 participants

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Bizibl and Anagram to hold a webinar audience-acquisition seminar

Companies mentioned:株式会社Bizibl Technologies、アナグラム株式会社

Manulife Life earns the highest “Three Star” rating in the “HDI Rating Benchmark” for 10 consecutive years

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Manulife Life earns the highest Three Star rating in the HDI Rating Benchmark for consecutive years.

Companies mentioned:マニュライフ生命保険株式会社、HDI-Japan、マニュライフ・ファイナンシャル・コーポレーション

[The ultimate value-for-money destination arrives!!] “Meat and Sometimes Lemon Sour,” an all-you-can-eat-and-drink restaurant going viral on TikTok, to open in Funabashi on June 5 (Fri.)!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

GOSSO株式会社 to open a new all-you-can-eat-and-drink izakaya near Funabashi Station.

Companies mentioned:GOSSO株式会社

Why aren’t you making a profit despite working hard to produce? — AI tackles the manufacturing industry’s “lack of optimization”; seeking manufacturing PoC partners —

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

AI Data seeks PoC partners for optimization AI for the manufacturing industry.

Companies mentioned:AIデータ株式会社

Original【シーホース三河・タツヲ】6/3(水) 西村文男選手(千葉J)引退試合出演決定

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Tatsuo of シーホース三河 to appear at Nishimura Fumio’s retirement game.

Companies mentioned:シーホース三河、千葉ジェッツ

Original【コートヤード・バイ・マリオット福井】2026年6月の「プライド月間」にあわせ多様性と相互理解について考える館内企画を実施

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

コートヤード・バイ・マリオット福井 to host a diversity program in conjunction with Pride Month.

Companies mentioned:コートヤード・バイ・マリオット福井、マリオット・インターナショナル

[Back by popular demand for its 2nd edition!] Experiences you can find only here — specialty shops gather at IRUAERU, the cafe of long-established sesame maker Wada Man!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Long-established sesame maker Wada Man to hold a market event at its cafe, “IRUAERU.”

Companies mentioned:株式会社和田萬

Inquiries don’t have to end with a response—they can become an asset. PITALIy automatically generates FAQs from dialogue logs

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

AIVy today launched a new PITALIy feature that automatically generates FAQs from dialogue logs, helping turn inquiry responses into usable knowledge.

Companies mentioned:AIVy株式会社

[July 7-8] Why do AI investments stall at the “PoC” stage? “Data Cross Conference 2026” explores the forefront of putting operations into practice with multimodal data × AI agents

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

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Companies mentioned:株式会社東芝、Google、株式会社ALGO ARTIS、株式会社エイトレッド、株式会社SalesNow、シンシアリー株式会社、株式会社EXIDEA

Sara Nagase, represented by 株式会社LUV, signs a creator partnership with newly established creative production company “BELLA (Bella)!”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Sara Nagase signs a partnership with new agency “BELLA.”

Companies mentioned:株式会社LUV、株式会社Felice、BELLA

Akari Hosho, which supports older adults living alone, opens a branch in Hiroshima

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社あかり保証 opens a Hiroshima branch and strengthens identity-guarantee services in the Chugoku region.

Companies mentioned:株式会社あかり保証

Special seminar by former Osaka Gov. Toru Hashimoto, “Breaking the Impasse: How to Decide and Act in an Era of Turmoil,” to be held on July 19 (Sun.) at BAR FIVE Arrows in Nishi-Shinjuku and online!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

A special seminar by Toru Hashimoto will be held on July 19.

Companies mentioned:株式会社クレア・ライフ・パートナーズ

Free release of “A Guide to Writing White Papers with Ease Using Generative AI”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Slide Team Inc. releases a free guide to creating white papers with generative AI, featuring numerous practical prompt examples.

Parenting brand “POMULU” wins double honors at the “Manabebi Awards 2026” — its “2WAY Hip Seat” and “Multi Tote Bag” earn high marks from families with children —

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Two flagship products from parenting brand “POMULU” win the “Manabebi Awards 2026.”

Companies mentioned:REALIZE合同会社

Original6月10日はこどもの目の日 ロート製薬「ミルミルノビル」プロジェクトが始動 深刻化する「子どもの近視」に取り組み、子どもの目と未来を育てていく

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Originalロート製薬が子どもの近視対策プロジェクト「ミルミルノビル」を始動。

Companies mentioned:ロート製薬、株式会社スポーツ科学

“Patex Usupita Ship α” relaunches with an updated formula <On sale: June 15, 2026 (Mon.)>

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

“Patex Usupita Ship α” relaunches with an updated formula.

Companies mentioned:第一三共ヘルスケア

[TIFFANY & CO.] Tiffany unveils the Summer Collection of “Blue Book 2026: Hidden Garden,” depicting a fantastical world where nature flourishes

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Tiffany unveils the Summer Collection of the high jewelry collection “Blue Book 2026: Hidden Garden.”

Companies mentioned:Tiffany & Co.

Craft manuka honey “MOUNTAIN HARVEST” wins the “Manabebi Awards 2026” — its “unblended, single-source” quality earns high marks from families with children —

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

MOUNTAIN HARVEST wins the “Manabebi Awards 2026.”

Companies mentioned:REALIZE合同会社

Preorders open for “Waydoo FoilBoost,” an electric-assist kit that can be attached to your existing foil board

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Sekido opens preorders for “Waydoo FoilBoost,” an electric-assist kit for foil boards.

Companies mentioned:Waydoo Japan、株式会社セキド

A new sound card delivers top-tier audio quality in the 20th year since the PCI-e Sound Blaster debuted: Introducing the Hi-Res sound card “Sound Blaster AE-X”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Creative Media launches its new flagship sound card, “Sound Blaster AE-X.”

Companies mentioned:Creative Technology Ltd、クリエイティブメディア株式会社

Seasonal items to bring the excitement of early summer

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Honma Golf launches a new early-summer capsule collection.

Companies mentioned:株式会社本間ゴルフ

Bambu Lab “A2L” preorders open, with a build volume of 330×320×325mm and multicolor printing support [APPLE TREE株式会社]

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Bambu Lab’s new 3D printer, “A2L,” is now available for preorder in Japan.

Companies mentioned:APPLE TREE株式会社、Bambu Lab

Shaping the future of food and agriculture from Niigata. A hands-on conference on food, agriculture, forestry and fisheries brings together more than 150 key figures from the public and private sectors nationwide

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Original一般社団法人ローカル・スタートアップ協会が新潟市で食農カンファレンスを開催し、産官学金が連携して持続可能な食農モデルの社会実装を議論した。

Companies mentioned:ローカル・スタートアップ協会、オイシックス・ラ・大地、ナミックス、麒麟山酒造、ブルボン、iC株式会社、エスイノベーション、山と本と株式会社、women farmers Japan、株式会社フレーム、株式会社リトモ、タイミー、Sustainable Food Asia、O&G、ハヤリソーセージ、The Breakthrough Company GO、プロッセル、シーベジタブル、リブ・コンサルティング、PwC Japan、Socialups、ベンチャー型事業承継、デロイト トーマツ リスクアドバイザリー、株式会社イミュー、日建設計、三ツ目株式会社、砂谷株式会社、里山パブリックリレーションズ、稲とアガベ

Experience-based exhibition, which drew more than 200,000 visitors, comes to Saitama Prefecture for the first time! “Missing Persons Exhibition Saitama 2026” traces the traces of the missing at GMO Arena Saitama

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

The immersive horror exhibition “Missing Persons Exhibition” will be held in Saitama Prefecture for the first time.

Companies mentioned:株式会社さいたまアリーナ、株式会社闇、テレビ東京

A new approach to “measurement,” a bottleneck in quantum computing

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Quemix and SCSK developed 'POD Readout' to reduce quantum measurement bottlenecks by up to 1/1000.

Companies mentioned:TerraSky、Quemix、SCSK

If it doesn’t exist, let’s make it. The skincare a dermatologist truly wanted to create.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Dermatologist-developed skincare brand “FLALU” launches nationwide, offering products including a serum with highly penetrating vitamin C.

Companies mentioned:FLALU株式会社

Yasuda Warehouse digitizes documents with generative AI—adopts Hacobu’s “MOVO Adapter,” an AI-OCR that reads and understands

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Yasuda Warehouse adopts Hacobu’s generative AI OCR “MOVO Adapter” to advance the digitization of logistics documents.

Companies mentioned:安田倉庫株式会社、株式会社Hacobu

“Yashinomi Detergent” becomes a miniature! Introducing the “Yashinomi Detergent Marker Gacha Mascot”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Saraya’s “Yashinomi Detergent” will be made into a miniature Takara Tomy Arts capsule toy and go on sale in May 2026.

Companies mentioned:サラヤ株式会社、株式会社タカラトミーアーツ

Now accepting orders for trading deformed Ani-Art acrylic stands with parts and other merchandise from the TV anime “Yu Yu Hakusho” at “AMNIBUS,” which sells original anime and manga goods

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社アルマビアンカ has begun accepting orders on the AMNIBUS online store for 6 types of chibi Ani-Art merchandise from Yu Yu Hakusho.

Companies mentioned:株式会社アルマビアンカ

Launch of the OWC Guardian ITG Model, a USB-C portable SSD with hardware encryption

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

ITG Marketing partnered with OWC to launch the OWC Guardian ITG Model portable SSD with enhanced security features.

Companies mentioned:ITGマーケティング株式会社、OWC Asia Inc.

The sunset-and-music co-creation project 日チル会Music Lab launches. Music releases and a call for creator and corporate partners begin.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

The sunset-themed music project 日チル会Music Lab launches, releasing music and seeking co-creation partners.

Companies mentioned:一般社団法人日本夕陽を観てチルアウト協会

Cut beer keg return shipping costs by up to 70%. Best Beer Japan launches a keg collection service in partnership with Yamato Transport.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Best Beer Japan has launched a keg collection service for restaurants in partnership with Yamato Transport, reducing logistics costs and improving operational efficiency.

Companies mentioned:Best Beer Japan株式会社、ヤマト運輸株式会社

[Nadeshiko League] Come watch the Nadeshiko League! [南葛SC WINGS] A special match focused on attracting fans will be held for Round 14 on Saturday, June 13, at Spears Edoriku Field (Tokyo).

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

A Nadeshiko League Division 2 special match focused on attracting fans for 南葛SC WINGS will be held on June 13. A variety of events will add to the matchday experience.

Companies mentioned:南葛SC WINGS、FCふじざくら山梨

AI-powered video production service AI CM updated to support corporate video use, from advertising and sales promotion to recruitment communications

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

ブルーアール株式会社 partnered with 株式会社タジク to upgrade the quality of its generative AI video production service, AI CM.

Companies mentioned:ブルーアール株式会社、株式会社タジク

Approaches to embedding purpose are not one-size-fits-all: a survey of 55 industries finds differences in how people first learn about purpose

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Asahi Advertising conducted a purpose branding survey covering 55 industries and highlighted the importance of industry-specific approaches to embedding purpose.

Companies mentioned:株式会社朝日広告社

AI-powered automatic slide generation service イルシル begins offering the イルシル PowerPoint plugin for businesses

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

AI slide generation service イルシル has launched a PowerPoint plugin.

Companies mentioned:株式会社イルシル

MSOL to showcase its AI-powered management platform PROEVER at PMI Global Summit Series | Seoul

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

MSOL showcased PROEVER at a PMI event in South Korea, strengthening its expansion into the Asian market.

Companies mentioned:株式会社マネジメントソリューションズ

Original【WWDJAPAN最新号】就活&新卒採用白書2026 大学3・4年生43人&81社の人事部のホンネを探る

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

WWDJAPAN features the latest trends in new graduate recruitment and job hunting.

Companies mentioned:WWDJAPAN、ファーストリテイリング、ロート製薬、ムシンサ、ルイ・ヴィトン

The first official COCO'S LOVE BOOK fan book gets a third print run following strong demand!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

The first official Coco's fan book has received a third printing following strong demand.

Companies mentioned:株式会社ココスジャパン、株式会社角川アスキー総合研究所

EAS Batteries begins sales of ultra-high-output lithium-ion LFP battery cells using 旭化成's Acetolyte™ technology for highly ion-conductive electrolytes

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

EAS Batteries has begun sales of LFP battery cells featuring 旭化成's Acetolyte™ electrolyte technology. The cells deliver increased output and a longer service life, while development of next-generation 46xxx cells is also underway.

Companies mentioned:旭化成、EAS Batteries

Summer UniFes: Online joint university information sessions to be held July 18 and 19, 2026—check information on multiple universities and the latest exam preparation in 1 day

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Kawai Juku will hold the online joint university information event UniFes in July 2026. A total of 90 universities from across Japan will participate, offering the latest admissions information and exam preparation seminars for prospective students and teachers.

Companies mentioned:学校法人河合塾、株式会社KEIアドバンス

Providing the Omotenashi Guide live commentary streaming service for the Japan Curling Championships Yokohama 2026

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Yamaha will provide the Omotenashi Guide live commentary streaming service at the Japan Curling Championships Yokohama 2026.

Companies mentioned:ヤマハ株式会社

Signs brand partnership agreement with active J.League player Tomoya Koyamatsu

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

ZOEL株式会社 has signed a brand partnership agreement with J.League player Tomoya Koyamatsu, strengthening its sports education business.

Companies mentioned:ZOEL株式会社

A new feature has been added to JANEEE Fact Navi to automatically collect and manage ad placement sites, helping advertisers ensure brand safety and reducing the workload of managing advertising disclosures on affiliate media.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

ADWAYS DEEE adds automated URL collection to JANEEE Fact Navi to enhance brand safety and reduce management costs for affiliate marketing.

Companies mentioned:ADWAYS DEEE、Adways Inc.

3 in 4 people trust AI answers: a large-scale survey of 20,000 people reveals the latest consumer AI literacy

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

ADTANK株式会社 conducted an AI trust survey of 20,000 people. The findings showed that 75% expressed trust, while careful fact-checking is common. The importance of AIO was also highlighted.

Companies mentioned:ADTANK株式会社、株式会社アントロット

Japan's first cashless condolence-money payment initiative launches at a funeral venue

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Asukanet will launch a cashless condolence-money payment service at funeral venues in May 2026.

Companies mentioned:株式会社アスカネット、有限会社みずぐち

[Gunma's historic power spot] Matchmaking through a Japanese-style toilet?! One of only 2 in the world, the Edo shogunate's “officially recognized” temple for severing ties, 「満徳寺」 (太田市, Gunma Prefecture)

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

The historic 「縁切寺満徳寺資料館」 in Gunma Prefecture's 太田市 has released a promotional video focusing on its unique 「縁切・縁結厠」. It highlights the site's history as an Edo-period temple for severing ties and its appeal as a modern-day power spot.

Companies mentioned:太田市

2026 edition of the consumer survey report on bank rankings released

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

日経リサーチ released consumer survey data on bank rankings and highlighted the importance of digitalization.

Companies mentioned:日経リサーチ、日本経済新聞社

[アストラエ・オラティオ] New teaser PV offers a first look at in-game battle scenes and story presentation, alongside a new main visual poster and additional worldbuilding content on “Wizards,” “Dueling Trials” and more

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

NC Corporation released the second PV for its upcoming game アストラエ・オラティオ, featuring in-game footage, and expanded on its worldbuilding.

Companies mentioned:NC Corporation、Dynamis One

いーふらん children's cafeteria to open in Yokohama again in June! Free distribution of 150 boxed meals every weekend [Community contribution]

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

いーふらん continues to operate a children's cafeteria in Yokohama and promote social contribution activities in Japan and overseas.

Companies mentioned:いーふらん

[クラスコ] Housing choices in Ishikawa are changing: rental market report published annually since 2008 released

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クラスコ released a rental market report for Ishikawa Prefecture and held a seminar for property owners. It also announced its new Zero Maintenance service.

Companies mentioned:株式会社クラスコ、株式会社クラスコ・ホールディングス

TOPPAN to exhibit at the Electronic Equipment Total Solution Exhibition 2026

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TOPPAN will exhibit at the Electronic Equipment Total Solution Exhibition 2026 and showcase next-generation semiconductor packaging technologies.

Companies mentioned:TOPPAN

[Is workplace organization the secret behind the No. 1 ranking nationwide?!] Musashino holds its 63rd management plan presentation! A business division with a perfect inspection score posts outstanding results. The company shares management academy know-how for building self-directed organizations by demonstrating the link between workplace organization and performance.

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Musashino announced strong results from a business division that rigorously implemented workplace organization.

Companies mentioned:株式会社武蔵野、ダスキンライフケア

Original【27卒採用・終盤戦の母集団形成を解決】学生満足度・企業満足度90%超えの対面型マッチングイベント「JOB HUNT」が6月27日(土)に新宿で27卒ラスト開催を決定!

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OriginalHRteamが27卒向け対面型マッチングイベントを新宿で開催。

Companies mentioned:株式会社HRteam

Develops comfortable AI conversation technology that responds to people's needs

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シャープ has developed a new technology to quantitatively evaluate how appealing AI conversations are.

Companies mentioned:シャープ

【NINA RICCI】NINA RICCI launches a new line, NINA RICCI DAYS, offering a collection that combines sustainability and comfort for women’s everyday lives.

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NINA RICCI launches a new sustainable and functional line, “NINA RICCI DAYS,” in July 2026.

Companies mentioned:NINA RICCI、IZA、Asahi Kasei

Vulnerability management cloud yamory revamps IT asset registration feature

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株式会社アシュアード has revamped the IT asset registration feature of its vulnerability management cloud, yamory. The introduction of CPE recommendations has improved operational efficiency and detection accuracy.

Companies mentioned:株式会社アシュアード、Visional

SHIFT signs agreement with Betsukai Town, Hokkaido, under the Regional Revitalization Entrepreneur System

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SHIFT signs an agreement with Betsukai Town, Hokkaido, under the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications’ “Regional Revitalization Entrepreneur System” to support DX and AI implementation.

Companies mentioned:SHIFT

Orders open for trading tin badges from the TV anime “Sentenced to Be a Hero: The Prison Records of the 9004 Penal Battalion” on AMNIBUS, which sells original anime and manga merchandise!!

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arma bianca releases anime-themed merchandise on AMNIBUS.

Companies mentioned:arma bianca

Rakuten Market enhances the Rakuten Super SALE shopping experience with AI

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Rakuten integrates AI into the Rakuten Super SALE to improve the shopping experience.

Companies mentioned:Rakuten Group

[Aichi Prefecture] Hands-on event showcasing the “pharmacy of the future” and its efficiency benefits to be held July 13 (Monday) to 17 (Friday)!

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Soramichi System to hold a pharmacy DX workshop in Aichi Prefecture, showcasing how the latest technology can improve operational efficiency.

Companies mentioned:株式会社ソラミチシステム、株式会社イーグル、株式会社スピカコンサルティング、タイムリープ株式会社、株式会社ファルモ、株式会社MEDIENCER

アディーレ法律事務所 launches a support service for disclosure requests and damages claims related to torrent use

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アディーレ法律事務所 has launched a new service to resolve legal issues arising from the use of P2P file-sharing software (torrents).

Companies mentioned:アディーレ法律事務所

Mouser wins NXP’s Top Customer Count Asia 2025 Award for the first time

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Mouser Electronics wins NXP’s Top Customer Count Asia 2025 Award for excellence in market expansion.

Companies mentioned:Mouser Electronics、NXP Semiconductors

CrestecBio, which aims to develop polymer-based drugs to protect the brain and organs, raises a total of 250 million yen in seed funding

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CrestecBio raises 250 million JPY in seed funding to advance clinical development of its neuroprotective drug CTB211 for ischemic stroke.

Companies mentioned:CrestecBio、UntroD Capital Japan、Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST)、KSP、Newsight Tech Angels

[Izunokuni, Shizuoka Prefecture] A first for Shizuoka Prefecture! A house transformed into a giant attraction? Re:home, a vacation rental with a treasure hunt that captivates adults and children alike, aims to boost the local community in Izunokuni.

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New vacation rental Re:home opens in Izunokuni, featuring a treasure hunt experience.

Companies mentioned:instead合同会社

Vertical short drama “Samurai Heart: Souls of the Two Heavens” to premiere on HELO on June 5 (Friday) at 19 o’clock!

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HELO to release original vertical short drama “Samurai Heart” on June 5.

Companies mentioned:HELO、3LYNX

Visualizing building-related risks before rodents or insects appear: Yokohama-based Clean Keikaku Prople announces its new Building Hygiene Risk Assessment (BPRA) service and distributes commemorative LINE stickers

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Clean Keikaku Prople launches a building hygiene risk assessment service for businesses.

Companies mentioned:クリーン計画プロープル株式会社

LaShade offers a new option as nail-care norms are reconsidered amid an acetone shortage

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LaShade promotes a new standard for healthy manicures without acetone, addressing supply shortages and improving the experience.

Companies mentioned:株式会社AIMO Beauty LABO

Original【オーソフィートジャパン】 主力シューズ「KITA(キタ)」「YARI(ヤリ)」が、足と糖尿病の専門病院である「医療法人社団青泉会下北沢病院」の推奨商品に

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Orthofeet shoes have been recognized as recommended products by Shimokitazawa Hospital.

Companies mentioned:オーソフィートジャパン株式会社、医療法人社団青泉会下北沢病院

[Supporting B2B startups with global ambitions] Alchemist Japan opens applications for its 3rd program; information session to be held in Tokyo on June 25

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Alchemist Accelerator has opened applications for the 3rd cohort of its B2B startup support program in Japan and will hold an information session in Tokyo on June 25.

Companies mentioned:Alchemist Accelerator、Alchemist Japan、JETRO、三菱地所、One Capital、Glidely

TIME CREATOR, an overtime management system adopted under 670,000 licenses, to launch a new server-free version on May 30, starting at 238,000 yen for small and midsize businesses

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A new version of the TIME CREATOR overtime management system is now available.

Companies mentioned:エコー電子工業株式会社、株式会社イーアイティ

Technical Book Library launches corporate memberships: a monthly plan to support engineers’ learning at work

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A library for IT engineers has introduced a new plan for businesses.

Companies mentioned:合同会社テンマド

Thai massage salon BUASAWAN Ginza Main Branch announces it has surpassed 2,000 Google Maps reviews

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BUASAWAN Ginza Main Branch surpassed 2,000 Google Maps reviews at the end of May 2026. The salon is popular with international visitors, and 80% of its recent reviews are in languages other than Japanese.

Companies mentioned:株式会社蓮の花

ENSAPIA Engineering株式会社 to sponsor AI Engineering Summit Tokyo 2026

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ENSAPIA Engineering株式会社 will sponsor AI Engineering Summit Tokyo 2026 as a gold sponsor, with a technical session and exhibition booth.

Companies mentioned:ENSAPIA Engineering株式会社、ファインディ株式会社

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