AI News 180m Report｜2026-06-02 15:00–18:00 JST｜Page 2 of 4https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 285 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 95 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en Cycling for a healthier future. ポロクル exhibits at the “Hokkaido Sports Cycle Festival 2026.”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620890https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620890Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:08:14 +0900JapanPR TIMESポロクル exhibits at a sports cycling event and promotes everyday use of its bike-sharing service. Jリーグ発足後、飛躍的に進化した日本サッカー。W杯の頂点に挑み世界を驚かせる時が来た『日本が優勝する日』ニューズウィーク日本版6/9号は好評発売中！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620891https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620891Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:07:38 +0900JapanPR TIMESニューズウィーク日本版がW杯優勝を目指す日本サッカーの進化を特集。 魚べい・元気寿司×ブレックス 「ランチトートバッグ付き ヴィクトリーセット」販売https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620892https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620892Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:06:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES魚べい・元気寿司がブレックスとのコラボセットを販売。 本日6月2日（火）より、発売3周年を迎えた『ストリートファイター6』を記念する「SNSアバターコンテスト」や期間限定イベントなどが開催！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620893https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620893Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:05:53 +0900JapanPR TIMES サーキュレーションが28卒向けサマーインターンシップの募集を開始https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620894https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620894Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:05:42 +0900JapanPR TIMESサーキュレーションが28卒向けサマーインターンシップの募集を開始。 “Crimson Desert” reveals its update plans for June through September and discusses future DLC development.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620895https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620895Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:04:51 +0900JapanPR TIMESPearl Abyss announces its plans for future updates to “Crimson Desert.” 【First in the industry】An ultra-thin 0.15 mm! The “OTAO Ceramic Glass Screen Protector” preserves the beauty of your Apple Watch while protecting it.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620896https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620896Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:03:59 +0900JapanPR TIMESOTAO launches an ultra-thin ceramic glass screen protector for Apple Watch. [About 100 participants from 27 municipalities and companies nationwide] Health and Community Development Forum General Meeting 2026 to be held under the theme “The 2040 challenge tackled through public-private digital technologies”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620897https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620897Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:01:33 +0900JapanPR TIMES生涯健康社会推進機構 holds the Health and Community Development Forum General Meeting to discuss promoting digital transformation through public-private partnerships. [JAF Hiroshima] A Hibagon may even make an appearance! JAF to set up a booth at the “Roadside Station Takano 13th Anniversary Festival”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620898https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620898Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:00:29 +0900JapanPR TIMESJAF広島支部 will exhibit at the anniversary event at Roadside Station Takano. [Online reservations are selling out one after another! Hurry to the bookstore! In collaboration with the “Maido Ookini Can,” a hit at the Osaka-Kansai Expo] “Myaku-Myaku Stationery Can BOOK,” packed with 6 Myaku-Myaku stationery items, goes on sale June 3https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620899https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620899Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:00:08 +0900JapanPR TIMES“Myaku-Myaku Stationery Can BOOK” goes on sale. The Esora Plan, a monthly 9,800-yen legal advisory service with unlimited consultations, now supports Google Chat! Campaign offers free 11,000-yen contract fees to the first 50 companies to sign an advisory agreement.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620930https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620930Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES弁護士法人えそら has added Google Chat support to its legal advisory service, the Esora Plan, and launched a campaign waiving its fees. 3 players from 百十四銀行’s table tennis team to compete in the Nojima T.League 2026-2027https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620929https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620929Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES3 players from 百十四銀行’s table tennis team to compete in the 2026-2027 T.League season. Launch of “Demand Map,” a service that visualizes all customer ride requests!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620928https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620928Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ポケットタクシー協会 launches “Demand Map,” a service that visualizes taxi demand. [For executives only] Amplitude and イー・エージェンシー to discuss “The reality of decision-making with AI—what happens when AI takes over analysis?” on June 23 (Tuesday)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620927https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620927Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESイー・エージェンシー and Amplitude to hold an AI networking event for business leaders on June 23. COLDRAW seeks new beverage creators. “Creation Partner Program” launches to create “a memorable drink” with chefs and bartendershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620926https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620926Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESCOLDRAW株式会社 launches a beverage co-creation program using patented technology for food industry professionals. 石川県かほく市に50億円を投じ「第二工場」を2028年4月に稼働https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620925https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620925Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES白山が石川県かほく市に50億円を投じ、2028年4月稼働予定の第二工場を建設。光コネクタの供給体制を強化する。 Sunho Kang, a battery technology executive who has held senior positions at major global battery and EV companies, appointed Head of Product and Technology at TeraWatt Technologyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620924https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620924Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESBattery technology veteran Sunho Kang appointed head of product and technology at TeraWatt Technology. “Japan’s most meddlesome beauty pageant”: Miss Magazine 2027 announces its Top 20 finalists!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620923https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620923Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES講談社 announces the Top 20 for “Miss Magazine 2027” and launches a selection series on YouTube. PTC partners with TRD U.S.A. to support high-performance engine developmenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620922https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620922Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPTC appointed official engine design partner to TRD U.S.A. “Rubyful Awards 2026” winners and “Ruby Tomo Awards 2026” recipients announced, honoring books made accessible through ruby text (reading aids)!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620921https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620921Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESルビ財団 announces the winners of the “Rubyful Awards 2026” and the “Ruby Tomo Awards 2026,” recognizing books and organizations that have contributed to improving accessibility. “The Cat at Shinjuku East Exit” 5th anniversary manga project launches, with レジカスタジオ handling productionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620920https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620920Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESLaunch of a manga project marking the 5th anniversary of “The Cat at Shinjuku East Exit.” As AI adoption expands, companies face operational limits — Datadog releases its 2026 AI Engineering Survey Reporthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620919https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620919Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESDatadog releases its 2026 AI Engineering Survey Report. Group company サーテックカリヤ receives the “Eagle Eye Award” from 協豊製作所https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620918https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620918Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESサーテックカリヤ, part of セレンディップHD, received the “Eagle Eye Award” from Toyota Group company 協豊製作所 in recognition of its contribution to quality. Its efforts to prevent defects from reaching customers were praised as a “model for all of 協豊.” Aiming to achieve zero business-related CO₂ emissions by 2027: monthly and fiscal 2025 results released for members’ reuse and recycling efforts and food-mileage campaignhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620917https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620917Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESグリーンコープ’s efforts and monthly results toward zero CO2 emissions. [5th installment in the KiNT series] Release of an “Order Data Quality Check” feature that automatically detects address discrepancies and prevents e-commerce delivery problemshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620916https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620916Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESGoQSystem releases an order data quality check feature for e-commerce. [Mita Seimenjo] Grand menu revamped from June 10! New items include Chinese-style soba and spicy dipping noodles!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620915https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620915Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES三田製麺所 revamps its grand menu. [Popular product from a long-established tea shop that sold out the same day returns] Kochouan’s “Premium Matcha Pudding” to return for sale by reservation only!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620914https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620914Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES胡蝶庵 brings back its popular matcha pudding with kuromitsu syrup. Sapporo City / NoMaps / モリサワ / 社会構想大学院大学 launch a project to develop organizational value, starting in Sapporohttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620913https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620913Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES4 parties, including Sapporo City, launch the “Organizational Value Development Project Starting in Sapporo” to promote regional revitalization and invite applications for research fellows. FRONTEO President and CEO Masahiro Morimoto invited to give a special lecture at the “Medical Industry Growth Strategy Seminar Annual Forum 2026,” attended by Nobel laureates and industry, academia and government leadershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620912https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620912Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFRONTEO CEO Masahiro Morimoto to speak at the “Medical Industry Growth Strategy Seminar Annual Forum 2026” on July 15, 2026, regarding AI-driven drug discovery. Unpacking the “consumer reorganization” of Reiwa-era seniors through the latest quantitative research and in-depth interviewshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620911https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620911Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESOnline seminar to be held on consumer behavior among seniors. Afternoon tea featuring peaches and Shine Muscat grapes at “FOREST KITCHEN with Outdoor Living” in Sendaihttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620910https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620910Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA restaurant in Sendai serves afternoon tea featuring peaches and Shine Muscat grapes. バナナ・リパブリックのSUMMERコレクション、環境に配慮したサステナブルアイテムを展開https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620909https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620909Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESバナナ・リパブリック unveils an environmentally conscious linen collection. Apa Museum reopens following renovation at アパホテル & Resort〈Tokyo Bay Makuhari〉https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620908https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620908Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESアパグループ relocates Apa Museum to Tokyo Bay Makuhari and reopens it following renovation. [Saitama Prefecture] Applications open for the DX Adoption Support Subsidy for small and medium-sized businesseshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620907https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620907Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSaitama Prefecture opens applications for a DX adoption support subsidy for small and medium-sized businesses. [Saitama Prefecture] Hands-on DX exhibition to be held at 5 locations across the prefecture, where visitors can “touch, learn and connect”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620906https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620906Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSaitama Prefecture to hold a hands-on DX exhibition at 5 locations across the prefecture. [下田海中水族館] Its hugely popular penguin events are back! — “Commemorative photo with a penguin” and “Penguin feeding experience”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620905https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620905Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES下田海中水族館 has resumed penguin-related events that had been suspended due to avian influenza. 【下田海中水族館】New program launches in June, letting visitors experience the seas around Izu in the aquarium’s giant tank: “Giant Tank Fish Watching”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620904https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620904Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES下田海中水族館 has launched a new experience program, “Giant Tank Fish Watching.” 【Native Camp Study Abroad】Language school “PIA” launches new campaignhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620903https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620903Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESNative Camp has launched a study abroad campaign at language school PIA in Iloilo, Philippines. Nishikigoi, 9-dan shogi player Masayuki Toyoshima and children celebrate with a shogi-themed cake! “J:COM Cup: March Comes in Like a Lion Children’s Shogi Tournament—Commemorative Event for the 15th Tournament”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620902https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620902Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESJ:COM and Igo & Shogi Channel held a commemorative event for the 15th J:COM Cup 'March Comes in Like a Lion' Children's Shogi Tournament on June 1, 2026, featuring comedy duo Nishikigoi and professional shogi player Masayuki Toyoshima. 『イケメン王子 美女と野獣の最後の恋』「イケプリ総選挙2025」1位公約 石据カチル先生描きおろしイラストを使用したイベント＆グッズ登場！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620901https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620901Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESサイバードが『イケメン王子』の総選挙1位公約として、石据カチル氏描き下ろしイラストのイベントとグッズ販売を実施。 「中国スマートカー覇権戦争の全貌」と題して、沖為工作室 Founder&CEO 沖本 真也氏/KAIST技術経営専門大学院 兼 職教授 朴 正圭氏によるセミナーを2026年7月8日(水)に開催!!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620900https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620900Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAn automotive industry seminar hosted by SSK will discuss the evolution of China’s smart car market and its impact on Japanese companies. 【Hokkaido・Sounkyo Onsen】Enjoy an even more enchanting night in Sounkyo at the “Sounkyo Lantern Festival,” wearing a colored yukata and carrying a lantern.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620595https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620595Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:59:34 +0900JapanPR TIMESNoguchi Kanko Management has announced an accommodation plan timed to coincide with the lantern festival at Sounkyo Onsen. 【JAF Hiroshima】JAF will set up a booth at the “2026 Azumayama Opening of the Mountain Season”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620596https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620596Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:58:53 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe JAF Hiroshima branch will set up a booth at the Azumayama opening-of-the-mountain-season event and promote a driving stamp rally. Tax accountant-focused AI “ZeiPilot” adds a specialist AI agent team to support grant applications. AI helps research increasingly complex grant programs and verify eligibility requirements.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620597https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620597Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:57:20 +0900JapanPR TIMESA grant application support team has been added to tax accountant-focused AI “ZeiPilot.” “Business Plan Contest 2026,” a launchpad for women entrepreneurs, to be held; 10 business leaders, including executives featured on “Reiwa no Tora” and other prominent business leaders, will judge.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620598https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620598Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:54:58 +0900JapanPR TIMESA business plan contest for women entrepreneurs is set to be held. Hokkaido’s largest-scale fitness competition, “VOLIX CUP 2026,” set to be heldhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620599https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620599Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:53:30 +0900JapanPR TIMES“VOLIX CUP 2026,” one of the largest fitness competitions in Hokkaido, is set to be held. “JASRAC Campus” donation-funded course to launch at 明治学院大学https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620600https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620600Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:51:44 +0900JapanPR TIMESJASRAC has launched a donation-funded course on generative AI and copyright at 明治学院大学. 【SOMETHING × COHINA】Launching a denim collection for enjoying summer in effortless stylehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620601https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620601Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:50:42 +0900JapanPR TIMESCOHINA collaborates with SOMETHING to release a summer denim collection for petite women. A figure of Tea Gardner from “Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters” is here. Preorders are now being accepted at あみあみ.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620602https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620602Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESあみあみ has opened preorders for a figure of Tea Gardner made by コトブキヤ. シンガポール航空 and ニュージーランド航空 to expand their joint networkhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620603https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620603Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:48:39 +0900JapanPR TIMESシンガポール航空 and ニュージーランド航空 will expand their joint network in the 2026 winter season, increasing seat capacity by 17%. 【New Product】Limited-edition craft beer to brighten summer in Katsushika, “葛飾呑んべクラフトLIGHT～葛飾おまつりエール～,” goes on sale June 2https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620604https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620604Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:48:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESGoodBeer&Friends株式会社 has launched a summer-only beer as part of a local project in Katsushika Ward. 【Case Study】Marketing AI OS “ENSOR” adopted by 株式会社スポーツフィールド—“Boosting productivity on the front lines with AI while ensuring governance”—A new standard for AI use chosen by 株式会社スポーツフィールド.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620311https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620311Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:43:47 +0900JapanPR TIMESREHATCH’s marketing AI OS “ENSOR” has been adopted by 株式会社スポーツフィールド. Its ability to balance governance with improved productivity was recognized, with a goal of reducing workloads by 20 hours per month, among other outcomes. Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and Preferred Networks form business partnership to jointly develop domestic AI technologies for mission-critical fieldshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620312https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620312Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:40:31 +0900JapanPR TIMESMitsubishi Heavy Industries and PFN have formed a business partnership to jointly develop AI for mission-critical fields. They aim to form a capital partnership within fiscal 2026. Notice of signing a memorandum of understanding on a new business with DiscoverFeed株式会社https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620313https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620313Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTrade Works and DiscoverFeed have reached a basic agreement to use a decentralized data platform. They will start with services for creators and aim to expand into the financial sector. 【Nagoya】Unwind in a magical “blue world”! “STRINGS AQUA ROOM,” an accommodation plan that includes tickets to 名古屋港水族館https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620314https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620314Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:39:16 +0900JapanPR TIMESストリングスホテル 名古屋 has partnered with 名古屋港水族館 and begun selling “STRINGS AQUA ROOM,” a summer-only accommodation plan. So delicious you can’t stop eating! ふくのや’s “ごはんとまらんらん” has become a long-running hit, with cumulative series sales surpassing 2.2 million units!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620315https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620315Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:36:37 +0900JapanPR TIMESふくや’s “ごはんとまらんらん” series has sold a cumulative total of 2.2 million units. 地方建設業×スタートアップの共創で、生産性向上を賃上げと採用に還元～宮崎の南都技研、営業利益3倍・2度目の全社員昇給を実施～https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620316https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620316Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:35:48 +0900JapanPR TIMESKuando and 南都技研 achieved 3 times the operating profit through generative AI and business reform, delivering substantial pay raises and business expansion. 【NFT Manga Project, 10th installment】Applications open today to support publication of “THE喫茶店,” a slice-of-life short comedy manga by former comedian and manga artist Toshikazu Sakamotohttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620317https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620317Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:35:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESCaica Financial HD has launched publication support for Toshikazu Sakamoto’s “THE喫茶店” as the 10th installment of its NFT manga project. Would you like to tour one of 商船三井’s giant car carriers?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620318https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620318Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:34:51 +0900JapanPR TIMES商船三井 will hold an onboard tour of a car carrier as part of its Marine Day commemorative event. Protect children’s beloved stuffed toys from a hidden pitfall of home washing: mold and musty odors caused by insufficient drying. “Plush Toy Luxury Handwashing,” a mail-in cleaning service by an 84-year-old active artisan, モリクリ, is going nationwide.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620319https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620319Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:34:31 +0900JapanPR TIMESモリモトクリーニング is expanding its mail-in cleaning service specializing in stuffed toys nationwide. A new structure tailored to the “unique decision-making process” of municipal sales: 株式会社営業ハック announces a “complete overhaul of its operating structure” to maximize results in outreach to government agencies and local governments.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620320https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620320Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:33:05 +0900JapanPR TIMES営業ハック has revamped its municipal sales operations and announced the introduction of a performance-based compensation model and stronger recruitment efforts. “Penguin Frontier Pitch,” a student business plan contest sponsored by いちご, to be heldhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620321https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620321Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:32:49 +0900JapanPR TIMESいちご株式会社 sponsors the student business contest “Penguin Frontier Pitch,” inviting ideas on the theme of “bases” in 2035. Rediscover Chiba’s delicious flavors and appeal! Chiba Residents WeeK kicks offhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620322https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620322Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:32:29 +0900JapanPR TIMESオランダ家 is holding “Chiba Residents WeeK,” highlighting ingredients produced in Chiba Prefecture. Sales completed for all 40 units at “SYFORME MACHIDA”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620323https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620323Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:31:48 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社シーラ announced that all 40 units at “SYFORME MACHIDA,” an urban residence in Machida, have sold out. The comedy duo Double Higashi’s first regular show under their own name, “Oshitemae! Double Higashi,” reaches its grand finale! Airing on GAORA SPORTS on Saturday, June 6https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620324https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620324Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:30:45 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe comedy duo Double Higashi’s show reaches its finale, with a marathon broadcast of all episodes also confirmed. Notice of contract award for technical support services for public facility management in Fukui Prefecture for Reiwa ８ fiscal yearhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620342https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620342Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESPMC has been awarded a contract for technical support services for public facility management in Fukui Prefecture. 【京都カグヤライズ】百十四銀行卓球部所属の岡崎日和選手・塩見真希選手がノジマTリーグ2026-2027シーズンに参戦https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620341https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620341Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES京都カグヤライズ has signed 百十四銀行 players Hiyori Okazaki and Maki Shiomi. Nippon TV AI-HR to host a free webinar on security risks in the use of AIhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620340https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620340Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESNippon TV AI-HR to host a free webinar on AI security. Universities offering courses in English surge in Japan—帰国子女アカデミー releases free guide to universities where students can earn degrees in Englishhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620339https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620339Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES帰国子女アカデミー has released a free guide to domestic universities where students can earn degrees in English, supporting bilingual students pursuing higher education in Japan. Mitsui & Co. Digital Asset Management launches business-matching services with Miyazaki Taiyo Bankhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620338https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620338Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESMitsui & Co. Digital Asset Management has partnered with Miyazaki Taiyo Bank and launched its digital securities service “ALTERNA.” Construction begins on a grid-scale battery storage facility in Chikuzen, Fukuoka Prefecturehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620337https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620337Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESConstruction has begun on a grid-scale battery storage facility in Chikuzen, Fukuoka Prefecture. Shizen Energy Group is supporting development and EPC. Launch of “SHIFT DQS for Maintenance Support,” which continuously updates operational system specification documents using AI and automates maintenance, making it possible to turn “defensive IT costs” into “offensive IT investment”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620336https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620336Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESSHIFT launches 'SHIFT DQS for Maintenance Support' to automate system maintenance and documentation using AI, helping companies shift from defensive IT costs to offensive IT investments. Virtualex launches “TENKEI for Production Planning,” a cloud-based production scheduler equipped with optimization AI, at Itoham Yonekyu Plant’s Kashiwa Factoryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620335https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620335Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESVirtualex has introduced an AI production scheduler at Itoham Yonekyu Plant’s Kashiwa Factory. Shiga University and 株式会社レゾナック sign a collaboration agreement in the field of data sciencehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620334https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620334Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESShiga University and Resonac have signed a collaboration agreement in the field of data science. 【Free webinar】“SEO in the era of AI search: Is the approach to ROI changing? What is the new approach to cost optimization?” to be jointly hosted by 3 companieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620333https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620333Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESLogly, WACUL and TechSuite are jointly hosting a webinar on SEO in the era of AI search. ライフネット生命保険 to exhibit a booth at “Tokyo Pride 2026 Pride Parade & Festival”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620332https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620332Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESLifenet Life Insurance will exhibit a booth at Tokyo Pride 2026 and carry out an LGBTQ+ support project. River, a comprehensive recycling company with more than 100 years of history, adopts “LaKeel Online Media Service”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620331https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620331Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESリバー株式会社 has introduced LaKeel’s video streaming service “LaKeel Online Media Service” to strengthen occupational health and safety training for employees. A refreshing summer-only fruit temptation: Peach and Shine Muscat afternoon teahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620330https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620330Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ポジティブドリームパーソンズ is holding a limited-time “Peach and Shine Muscat” afternoon tea at a total of 3 locations in Kobe and Osaka. セブン-イレブンにて「ご当地麺めぐり」シリーズ開催！第1弾は愛知・広島・山形の冷製麺を6月9日（火）より順次発売！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620329https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620329Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESセブン-イレブンが全国で「ご当地麺めぐり」シリーズを開始し、愛知・広島・山形の冷製麺3種を6月9日より順次発売する。 Asahi Shimbun’s AI proofreading tool added to PR TIMES. Update helps prevent reputational risks and produce clear writinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620328https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620328Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESOn June 2, 2026, PR TIMES added a proofreading feature to its press release editor by integrating Asahi Shimbun’s AI proofreading tool “Typoless.” Its dictionary of about 210,000 proofreading rules detects reputational risks, discriminatory language and misuse of homonyms, helping users write clearly. A job offer on the spot with an annual salary of at least ¥5.5 million! Applications open for a hackathon for students graduating in 27 and 28 to take on product development at PR TIMEShttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620327https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620327Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESPR TIMES is holding “PR TIMES HACKATHON 2026 Summer,” a hackathon for engineering-minded students graduating in 2027 and 28 that can lead directly to a job offer with an annual salary of at least ¥5.5 million. The event will take place at the company’s Tokyo headquarters from August 12 to 14, 2026, offering hands-on product development experience with AI use encouraged. 朝日新聞社の文章校正AI 「Typoless（タイポレス）」プレスリリース配信サービス「PR TIMES」に採用https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620326https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620326Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES朝日新聞社のAI校正ツール「Typoless」がPR TIMESに採用され、サービス提供を開始。 Support for a safe, confident car sale through the power of “systems and people”! Navikuru Assist, a new Navikuru service, launches nationwide (excluding some areas)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620325https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620325Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESAteam Life Design is rolling out “Navikuru Assist,” a new one-stop used-car appraisal service nationwide. It aims to eliminate repeated sales calls while securing high appraisals. About the “Summer Living Support & Energy-Saving Challenge Campaign ２０２６”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620032https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620032Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:29:53 +0900JapanPR TIMES四国電力 has announced a campaign to promote energy conservation and reward customers in summer 2026. 【Now on】Ichikawa Danjuro Hakuen “Oshiguma” solo exhibition in Tsunaba-cho, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620033https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620033Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:29:21 +0900JapanPR TIMESIchikawa Danjuro Hakuen holds an 'Oshiguma' art exhibition in Fukuoka. Toshi Yoroizuka’s refreshing, lemon-scented early-summer treat: lemon cakes return this yearhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620034https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620034Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:29:07 +0900JapanPR TIMESToshi Yoroizuka launches limited edition lemon cakes for early summer. Stay stylish and comfortable in the midsummer business scene. “COMME CA” unveils its “RE:撚 (Re-Nen)” collection, an original linen-like blended fabric that reimagines linen with modern technologyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620035https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620035Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:28:07 +0900JapanPR TIMESCOMME CA launches its new “RE:撚” material collection 【20 winners by lottery!】Can you eat meat and still be vegetarian?! The official e-commerce store for “nattō meat®️,” made from plant-based ingredients, launches in earnest! “Get a free starter set of nattō meat and its special sauce!” Why not try a new way of eating?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620036https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620036Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:24:28 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社一永堂 is holding an Instagram giveaway campaign for “Natto Meat,” a new food made with soy meat. [First time exhibiting] A new standard for preventing employee turnover and supporting retention amid legal reforms. Making its first appearance at General Affairs, HR & Accounting Week, one of Japan’s largest HR exhibitions, the company will showcase “mamaro™,” a self-contained baby care room.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620037https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620037Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:20:35 +0900JapanPR TIMESTrim株式会社 makes its first appearance at an HR exhibition and showcases mamaro™. Afternoon tea featuring peaches and Shine Muscat grapes at Gifu’s 長良川清流ホテル.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620038https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620038Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:20:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES長良川清流ホテル offers a summer-only afternoon tea. 男性のヒゲ・体毛で「ビジネスの第一印象が下がった」女性は約5割。自己管理力が伝わるメンズ脱毛の正解https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620039https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620039Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:19:27 +0900JapanPR TIMESカスタムライフmedical surveyed women’s views on men’s hair removal, highlighting first impressions in business settings and attitudes toward partners’ hair removal. To mark the visit to 竹神社 during the 43rd Saio Festival procession, limited-edition goshuin stamps designed by 小石川ユキ will be distributed.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620040https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620040Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:18:59 +0900JapanPR TIMES竹神社 in Meiwa Town will distribute limited-edition goshuin stamps designed by 小石川ユキ to coincide with the Saio Festival. A chance to spark conversations with friends or someone you’re interested in. Partnering on planning for “ASTRO CHAT LOUNGE (Asucha),” a Tinder® pop-up event featuring “3 zodiac signs” to help people discover what makes them unique, themed around astrology.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620041https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620041Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:18:26 +0900JapanPR TIMESTinder is holding an astrology-themed pop-up event in Shibuya to encourage interaction among Gen Z. Coming this weekend! The 6th Imo Festival! IN Toyohashi will be held June 6–7, 2026. Vendors for the event at the park in front of Toyohashi Station’s south exit have been decided.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620042https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620042Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:17:59 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe 6th Imo Festival will be held in front of Toyohashi Station, featuring 15 vendors, including renowned sweet potato dessert shops from across Japan. Turning disaster-prevention gear into everyday fashion.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620043https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620043Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:16:25 +0900JapanPR TIMESミマキエンジニアリング has successfully printed on flame-retardant material using digital textile printing technology and created a disaster-prevention coat. The Eiken Foundation has released its “Integrated Report 2026.”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620044https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n620044Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:15:20 +0900JapanPR TIMES日本英語検定協会 has released its 2026 integrated report, announcing digitalization initiatives and lower exam fees. Popular THE PROTEIN soy protein flavor “Cookie & Cream” is back in stock after selling out, following numerous requests for a restock. Matcha and roasted sweet potato flavors are also back on sale.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n619746https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n619746Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:13:00 +0900JapanPR TIMES武内製薬 has resumed sales of “Cookie & Cream” flavor, a popular option in its “THE PROTEIN” soy protein line. The restock responds to customer requests, with other flavors also expected to return in sequence. “Toast in a suite after the ceremony.” KAHAWAI CHAPEL announces “Waikiki SIGNATURE STAY by KAHAWAI CHAPEL,” a stay-focused Hawaii wedding experience in Waikiki.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n619747https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n619747Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:11:00 +0900JapanPR TIMESツカキ・ログノート・ジャパン has announced “Waikiki SIGNATURE STAY,” a wedding package combining a suite stay and ceremony, to mark the 1st anniversary of KAHAWAI CHAPEL’s opening. The plan targets customers who prioritize experiential value. Teltonika accelerates full-scale investment in the Japanese market.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n619748https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n619748Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:10:45 +0900JapanPR TIMESTeltonika has established a Japanese subsidiary and announced its full-scale entry into the industrial IoT and telematics markets. [New location] “Yakitori Taniguchi,” a renowned yakitori restaurant ranked No. 1 in Hyogo Prefecture on Tabelog with a 4.33 rating, is coming to Osaka. Grand opening on Monday, June 1!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n619749https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260602-15/index-en-p2.html#n619749Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:10:28 +0900JapanPR TIMES「焼鳥 谷口」が大阪へ進出し、6月1日に天神橋店をオープン。最高級高坂鶏を1羽まるごと堪能するコースで食通をターゲットにする。