Nikkei BP publishes “Changing ‘Someone Like Me’ to ‘Because It’s Me’,” a book to help readers realize their dreams, from higher earnings and dream jobs to career changes
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Nikkei BP publishes a book by SHE株式会社 representative Eri Fukuda on building confidence and shaping a career.
Exhibiting at “Interop Tokyo 2026” at Makuhari Messe, June 10 (Wednesday)–June 12 (Friday)! Showcasing digital forms to eliminate vulnerable PDFs in the AI era and an AI-powered data utilization platform
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WingArc 1st will exhibit at Interop Tokyo 2026, showcasing data utilization and digital trust solutions for the AI era.
Collaborative research project explores a new vision for cities in a shrinking-population society: First field research report from Post Growth City Lab released (Beppu area, Oita Prefecture)
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日鉄興和不動産 and Zebras and Company release a research report on Beppu City’s sustainable urban structure.
Companies mentioned:日鉄興和不動産、Zebras and Company、NEWLOCAL、リ・パブリック、立命館アジア太平洋大学、オムロン太陽
[One of Japan’s largest] Ocean-themed experiential event “Ocean City Yokohama Umi Expo 2026” confirmed
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The experiential event “Umi Expo 2026,” organized by the Ocean City Yokohama Umi Council, has been confirmed. Programs themed around ships and marine technology will be offered at several venues in Yokohama.
[Royce'] A gift for summer greetings and seasonal well-wishes: Assortment of refreshing jellies and baked treats launches June 3. Shipping promotion also underway!
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Royce' Confect has announced the sale of limited-edition sweets for summer 2026 and a free-shipping campaign.
[Extended again in response to popular demand] BA Rental Office Honmachi in Osaka’s Honmachi district extends the eligibility period for its “0-yen membership fee & first month rent-free” campaign, which significantly reduces initial costs, by another 1 month through June 30
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BA Rental Office Honmachi has extended its campaign through June 30, 2026.
“Next Creation Program” opens applications for its 3rd round in Reiwa 8
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The Tokyo Metropolitan Government and others have opened applications for the 3rd round of the “Next Creation Program,” an arts experience program for children. It offers a valuable opportunity to receive instruction from professionals.
JR Ueno Station and エキュート上野: “Fresh scents, cool sensations, fizzy delights…” “Gather the Colors of Summer at Night,” an event inviting visitors to enjoy rainy-season evenings with all 5 senses
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JR Ueno Station’s エキュート上野 to hold “Gather the Colors of Summer at Night,” a fair celebrating the rainy season.
A winning combination of plump shrimp and rich avocado! Clubhouse sandwich with shrimp and avocado, featuring aurora sauce with refreshing herbal notes, launches for a limited time from Tuesday, June 9
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ベックスコーヒーショップ launches a summer-only shrimp and avocado sandwich.
Fortunes for the second half of 2026 | Your overall outlook and turning points, as told through Hoshiyomidou’s Four Pillars of Destiny. “Fortunes for the Second Half of 2026” campaign underway on the official fortune-telling site
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A campaign forecasting fortunes for the second half of 2026 has launched on “Four Pillars of Destiny | Hoshiyomidou Fortune-Telling,” operated by 株式会社レンサ.
“Gentle Journeys for Adults,” welcoming participants aged 75 and older, marks its 5th anniversary 5th anniversary with special tours on sale
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Club Tourism has announced new premium-priced tours of classic hotels to mark the 5th anniversary of its senior travel program “Gentle Journeys for Adults.” It is strengthening its strategy to meet the needs of an aging society.
Ceremony held to sign comprehensive partnership agreement between the Hyakunen Ryotei Network and Club Tourism Co., Ltd.
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Club Tourism and the Hyakunen Ryotei Network have signed a comprehensive partnership agreement. They aim to revitalize local communities by combining historic ryotei dining culture with tourism, and will jointly develop high-value-added travel products.
“Procyon Force” opens call for works, offering photographers aged 39 and under a venue to present their work
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Sirius, a photo gallery operated by Aidem, has opened applications for “Procyon Force,” which supports photographers aged 39 and under. Selected artists will be able to hold a photo exhibition in summer 2027.
“Sapporo Potato,” “Sayaendo,” “Takoyaki-tei” and “Vege Taberu”—5 products return in festival-themed packaging for a limited time! Special packaging for June 21 “Snack Day”
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Calbee will release special summer festival packaging, featuring fortune slips, for 5 of its main products, including Sapporo Potato, nationwide from the week of June 15, 2026, ahead of “Snack Day” on June 21.
[JR西日本 × 日本旅行] Launch of jointly planned travel product supporting Noto: Travel aboard the limited express “Noto Kagari-bi”
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JR西日本 and 日本旅行 have launched the 4th installment of their tour supporting Noto’s recovery. For the first time, the tour includes a visit to the Wajima area and offers insight into the current state of recovery.
Human Academy, commissioned by the Hokkaido Prefectural Government, to hold “Hokkaido IT Company Joint Information Session” in Sapporo and online
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Commissioned by the Hokkaido Prefectural Government, Human Academy will hold a joint information session in Sapporo and online to help secure IT talent.
[The Westin Miyako Kyoto] Spend a sunlit summer afternoon enveloped in the juicy sweetness of peaches and rich mangoes. This summer-only “Peach and Mango Afternoon Tea” is served in shades of pink and gold
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The Westin Miyako Kyoto unveils limited-time summer offerings. In July-August 2026, it will serve afternoon tea featuring Japanese peaches and mangoes for ¥7,000, highlighting the season and a sense of luxury.
Dangan Bunko’s June releases! Volume 1 of “Meiji Junk Scrap March,” a full-fledged steampunk series with a comic adaptation in development, and the long-awaited Volume 2 of “Meikyu Kuso Tawake,” already set for an immediate reprint, will be published simultaneously in print!
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BookBase will release 4 new Dangan Bunko titles on June 25.
Is there really no hill you can’t climb? “ENNE ZERO,” a hybrid compact motorized bicycle powered by a motor and human effort — notice of a specification change from a wrist throttle to a more user-friendly thumb throttle
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ENNE has decided to hold a 2nd round of advance sales for its compact motorized bicycle “ENNE ZERO” and optimized its specifications. The adoption of a thumb throttle will improve ease of operation.
日本CHRコンサルティング, led by a psychiatrist, launches “Compliance-focused! All-in-one mental health support package for small and midsize businesses,” offering one-stop support for stress checks, a harassment hotline and a 24-hour consultation service.
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日本CHRコンサルティング has launched a mental health support package for small and midsize businesses.
Agricultural personnel evaluation app “suino core” designated an eligible provider under the Digitalization and AI Adoption Subsidy 2026. Up to 2/3 of implementation costs subsidized, accelerating HR digital transformation at agricultural corporations.
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粋農’s agricultural personnel evaluation app has been designated eligible for the IT Adoption Subsidy 2026.
Persol Group reports steady progress: women make up 29.4% of managers, while 68.6% of men take parental leave for at least 1 month
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Persol Holdings has announced its FY2025 DEI results, with women accounting for 29.4% of managers and 68.6% of men taking at least 1 month of parental leave.
Blessings for wallets and a “no-lose” good-luck raffle among the attractions. “Good Fortune Star Festival Prayer” to be held on June 7 to pray for good luck and prosperity 【一畑山薬師寺 Nagoya Branch】
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一畑山薬師寺 will hold its Good Fortune Star Festival Prayer at its Nagoya Branch on June 7.
“Rethinking the assumptions behind B2B management, marketing and sales” — Takahiro Miura of GO, Masaki Tanabe of Novasell and Masaya Imai of Cerebrix to speak at BBB on June 24
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TOYNOVA will hold the B2B conference “BBB” on June 24.
Companies mentioned:TOYNOVA株式会社、The Breakthrough Company GO、ノバセル株式会社、株式会社セレブリックス
Following strong demand, IVS2026 expands the free referral ticket allocation from 3,000 to 6,000 people. No free coupons will be issued this year; after the free allocation is exhausted, attendance will require purchasing a PASS.
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IVS2026 expands its free referral ticket allocation to 6,000 people and strengthens its invitation system.
Japan Cash Machine (JCM) announces the formulation of its mid-term management plan, “JCM Global Vision 2032: Next Growth Stage” (fiscal years 2026–2028)
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JCM announces a new 3-year mid-term management plan focusing on commercial business growth and increased shareholder returns.
Strengthening its consultation services for businesses and individuals struggling with unfiled tax returns, including “I haven’t filed for several years” and “I’ve been contacted by the tax office,” 税理士法人センチュリーパートナーズ announces
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税理士法人センチュリーパートナーズ strengthens its consultation services for businesses and individuals with unfiled or late tax returns.
Online Summer School 2026 opens: “Let’s create a one-of-a-kind fish quiz encyclopedia!”
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Furuno Electric is supporting the Online Summer School 2026 hosted by Sakana no Oniisan Kawa-chan and will provide an educational program in collaboration with 神戸須磨シーワールド.
【Event Report】Research on “Inheritance Engineering” presented at the international symposium “ISPC 2026” held at Kyoto University
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株式会社ルリアン presented research findings on inheritance engineering related to financial assets and the risk of dying alone at the international conference ISPC 2026 at Kyoto University.
【Armani / Dolci】New Summer 2026 collection launches on June 1
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Armani/Dolci announces its Summer 2026 collection featuring sesame-infused praline chocolates, available exclusively at the Ginza store starting June 1st.
Ridge-i promotes AI transformation with the SBI Group and Anthropic
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Ridge-i partners with SBI Holdings and Anthropic to lead a company-wide AI transformation (AX) for the SBI Group using Claude, focusing on security, AI agents, and financial service integration.
Yamaha Wi-Fi 7 wireless LAN access points, the WLX333 and WLX232: high-speed, low-latency, reliable models that refresh network management and spatial design
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Yamaha will launch 2 Wi-Fi 7-compatible wireless LAN access point models in July. They feature a new network management support tool and a design focused on the surrounding space.
【Nihombashi Takashimaya】Beat the extreme heat with the power of traditional vinegar! “Acetic acid bacteria cloudy vinegar” from across Japan gathers in Nihombashi. “Beat the extreme heat with acetic acid bacteria cloudy vinegar, preserved by breweries across Japan” event to be held!
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日本橋高島屋S.C. is holding a “acetic acid bacteria cloudy vinegar” fair, showcasing the health value of traditional vinegar and the enjoyment of food.
【Survey Report】A comparison of in-person and online consultations, according to people who have undergone AGA treatment
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AGABASE.jp conducted a survey of 100 men comparing in-person and online AGA treatment, highlighting the trade-off between convenience and clinical reassurance.
Total prizes of 50 million yen, combined with the year-end campaign!! Applications open for the “Summer Chapon Takarakuji (だからくじ)” lottery—running again this year for residents of properties managed by 長栄
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株式会社長栄 launches a prize draw campaign with total prizes of 25 million yen for residents of properties it manages.
Fourdays announces patent for “Oxidized Protein Repair Agent and Oxidative Stress Inhibitor Through the Repair of Oxidized Proteins”
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フォーデイズ obtains a patent related to the repair of oxidized proteins. Scientifically demonstrates the oxidative stress-reducing effects of salmon milt extract.
The 3rd Kobe Prize awards ceremony will honor researchers pursuing innovative work in the BME field
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Nakatani Foundation to hold the 3rd Kobe Prize awards ceremony in Kobe on May 31, 2026. Four researchers conducting original work in the BME field will be honored, with 314 attendees.
Pilates Mee to open new “Shinsakae-Higashisakura Studio” on June 1, 2026! Its 6th location in Aichi Prefecture, the semi-private Pilates studio will open in Nagoya’s Higashi Ward
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株式会社RiAGEL opens a new machine Pilates studio, “Pilates Mee Shinsakae-Higashisakura Studio,” in Nagoya’s Higashi Ward.
“See you again”—giving children with intractable diseases and their families an unforgettable day of sports beneath Karuizawa’s blue skies. Hope & Wish holds its first Wish Vacation in Nagano’s Karuizawa
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公益社団法人「難病の子どもとその家族へ夢を」 holds its first Wish Vacation in Karuizawa for families of children with intractable diseases.