# AI News 180m Report｜2026-06-02 21:00–24:00 JST

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 48 items from 1 source; Japan, 19 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## “Paper-Cut Flowers in Bloom” opens in Tokyo, showcasing Matsu’s traditional crafts and outlying-island culture

- Published: 2026-06-02T23:43:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606020396.aspx
- anchor: #n633212
- Companies mentioned: 文化部駐日本代表處台灣文化中心、連江縣政府、日青創藝

The special exhibition “Paper-Cut Flowers in Bloom,” organized by the Taiwan Cultural Center in Tokyo under Taiwan’s Ministry of Culture, opened in Tokyo on June 2. It focuses on Matsu paper-cutting art and features works by artist Chen Chih-hsu and 9 practitioners carrying on the tradition. The exhibition runs through July 17.

## Chiu Chih-cheng sparks Lions’ offense with a homer after 2 months

- Published: 2026-06-02T23:35:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202606020395.aspx
- anchor: #n633064
- Companies mentioned: 統一7-ELEVEn獅、中信兄弟

統一獅邱智呈6月2日對中信兄弟擊出超前3分砲，睽違近2個月開轟，單場3安4打點，助隊7比3獲勝，連2場獲選MVP。

## Yongda Insurance Brokers’ renewal services contribute nearly NT$139 million in new premiums in first quarter

- Published: 2026-06-02T23:34:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606020394.aspx
- anchor: #n633065

Yongda Insurance Brokers’ renewal services contributed about NT$139 million in new premiums in the first quarter, raising the premium share by 13%.

## Erlitou archaeological museum marks 6 years, continuing to unravel mysteries of the Xia dynasty

- Published: 2026-06-02T23:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202606020393.aspx
- anchor: #n633066
- Companies mentioned: 中央研究院歷史語言研究所

The Erlitou Xia Capital Archaeological Site Museum has been open for more than 6 years and continues excavations to unravel the mysteries of the Xia dynasty. Chinese authorities are actively searching for evidence of the Xia, but scholars internationally continue to dispute the evidence for the dynasty.

## Stock market shines as 凱基人壽 realizes nearly NT$20 billion in capital gains in first 4 months

- Published: 2026-06-02T23:29:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606020392.aspx
- anchor: #n633062
- Companies mentioned: 凱基金控、凱基人壽、凱基證券、凱基銀行

凱基金控 reported earnings of NT$17.59 billion in the first 4 months, with EPS of NT$1.04. 凱基人壽 realized nearly NT$20 billion in capital gains, while 凱基證券’s earnings rose 368% year over year.

## Lions get past familiar former teammate; Felix has struggled before when not at his best

- Published: 2026-06-02T23:28:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202606020391.aspx
- anchor: #n633063
- Companies mentioned: 中信兄弟、味全龍、樂天桃猿

The Uni-Lions beat 中信兄弟 7-3, powered by Chiu Chih-cheng’s 3-run homer. Lin Yueh-ping said Felix was not at his best. The Brothers’ elimination number reached zero.

## TPBL夢想家團隊防守立大功 輕取國王冠軍戰續命

- Published: 2026-06-02T23:22:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202606020390.aspx
- anchor: #n632917
- Companies mentioned: 福爾摩沙夢想家、新北國王、TPBL

福爾摩沙夢想家在TPBL冠軍賽G5以105-69大勝新北國王，系列賽追成2-3。團隊防守是關鍵。

## Chiu Chih-cheng homers as Lions win 2 straight; Brothers eliminated from first half

- Published: 2026-06-02T23:18:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202606020389.aspx
- anchor: #n632916
- Companies mentioned: 統一7-ELEVEn獅、中信兄弟、味全龍、樂天桃猿

Uni-Lions’ Chiu Chih-cheng hit a go-ahead 3-run homer to lead his team to a 7-3 win over 中信兄弟 and its 2nd straight victory. The Brothers became the first team eliminated from the first half of the season.

## Palau President Surangel Whipps Jr. defends ties: Beijing has no standing to tell me not to recognize Taiwan

- Published: 2026-06-02T23:14:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202606020388.aspx
- anchor: #n632773

Palau President Surangel Whipps Jr. reaffirmed diplomatic ties with Taiwan in Tokyo and criticized China for interfering with Palau’s sovereignty and illegally entering its exclusive economic zone.

## Taiwan Lottery 539 draw No. 115134: 2 jackpot winners

- Published: 2026-06-02T23:11:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202606020387.aspx
- anchor: #n632770
- Companies mentioned: 台彩

There were 2 jackpot winners in Taiwan Lottery 539, with each receiving NT$8 million.

## Taiwan Lottery Lotto draw No. 115058: no jackpot winner

- Published: 2026-06-02T23:07:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202606020386.aspx
- anchor: #n632771
- Companies mentioned: 台彩

Taiwan Lottery Lotto draw No. 115058 was held, with no winners of either the jackpot or second prize.

## White British man cries “I can’t breathe” after stabbing; police response sparks racial controversy

- Published: 2026-06-02T23:06:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606020385.aspx
- anchor: #n632772

A Sikh man in Britain was accused of fatally stabbing a white student, and the police response sparked controversy over race and political correctness.

## South Korea’s local elections set to take place; Seoul and Daegu races in focus

- Published: 2026-06-02T22:52:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606020384.aspx
- anchor: #n632481
- Companies mentioned: 国民の力、共に民主党

South Korea’s local elections will be held on the 3rd. Seoul and Daegu are in focus. Advance voter turnout hit a record high.

## India bans imports of complete drones; Tamil Nadu invites Taiwanese firms to set up factories

- Published: 2026-06-02T22:39:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606020383.aspx
- anchor: #n632340

Representatives of several Indian state governments visited Taiwan to attract investment, with a focus on cooperation in the drone and AI industries.

## Visit to Taiwan was Czech former Senate speaker’s dying wish; Jaroslav Kubera’s daughter says he never yielded to evil

- Published: 2026-06-02T22:33:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202606020382.aspx
- anchor: #n632197

Czech Senate President Miloš Vystrčil attended a special screening of a documentary honoring late former Senate President Jaroslav Kubera and highlighting democratic ties between Taiwan and the Czech Republic.

## ASEAN business / 金像電 invests NT$700 million in machinery and equipment for Thai subsidiary

- Published: 2026-06-02T22:28:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606023004.aspx
- anchor: #n632190
- Companies mentioned: 金像電、Gold Circuit Electronics (Thailand) Co., Ltd.、BURKLE PCB MACHINERY LIMITED

金像電 will invest NT$700 million in equipment for its Thai subsidiary.

## Taiwanese manga artists win 3 awards, including gold and bronze, at Kadokawa international contest

- Published: 2026-06-02T22:27:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202606020380.aspx
- anchor: #n632193
- Companies mentioned: 角川（KADOKAWA）

Taiwanese manga artists won 3 major awards, including gold, at the Kadokawa International Manga Contest, demonstrating their international competitiveness.

## WHO sharply revises suspected Ebola cases down from 906 to 116

- Published: 2026-06-02T22:27:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606020381.aspx
- anchor: #n632192
- Companies mentioned: WHO

WHO revised the number of suspected Ebola cases downward from 906 to 116.

## 10-vehicle pileup on National Freeway 2 in Taoyuan’s Bade section leaves 7 injured

- Published: 2026-06-02T22:26:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202606020379.aspx
- anchor: #n632194

A 10-vehicle pileup on National Freeway 2 left 7 people injured and taken to hospital.

## ASEAN business / Tainan Spinning remits NT$93.99 million to build factory in Indonesia

- Published: 2026-06-02T22:26:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606023003.aspx
- anchor: #n632191
- Companies mentioned: 得力實業、PT DELIGHT INDUSTRIAL INDONESIA

Tainan Spinning remitted US$3 million to build a factory in Indonesia.

## Stanford University exposed for receiving donations linked to Chinese Communist Party networks and “red second-generation” donors

- Published: 2026-06-02T22:23:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606020378.aspx
- anchor: #n632195
- Companies mentioned: 京東方、華為、國家電網、中國石油天然氣集團、網易

Stanford University was reported to have received donations linked to Chinese Communist Party networks and “red second-generation” donors, raising concerns in academia about foreign influence.

## 1,958 listed and OTC companies must complete ESG disclosures by the end of June

- Published: 2026-06-02T22:22:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606020377.aspx
- anchor: #n632196
- Companies mentioned: 證交所、櫃買中心

The Financial Supervisory Commission requires listed and OTC companies to complete ESG disclosures by the end of June and is providing AI tools to ease the burden.

## Trump says US-Iran talks continue; Iran reportedly reviewing ceasefire proposal

- Published: 2026-06-02T22:22:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606020376.aspx
- anchor: #n632046
- Companies mentioned: Mehr News Agency

Trump said US-Iran talks were continuing, while Iran was reviewing a ceasefire proposal. The military, however, took a hard line, saying war was inevitable.

## 好食好事 brings 8 startups to InnoVEX, using AI to support food and agriculture supply chains

- Published: 2026-06-02T22:20:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606020375.aspx
- anchor: #n632047
- Companies mentioned: 好食好事、頂新和徳基金、團薦科技、快帶科技、以力科技、Farmio、雷文虎克生物技術、日日好食、恰口科研、ECOCO循環經濟

好食好事基金會 made its first appearance at InnoVEX with 8 food and agriculture startups, showcasing AI-driven supply chain innovation.

## Taipei Chinese Orchestra’s first stop on European tour is Berlin Philharmonie; Taiwan representative office in Germany hosts reception

- Published: 2026-06-02T22:14:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202606020374.aspx
- anchor: #n631902
- Companies mentioned: 台北市立國樂團

台北市立國樂團 performed at the Berlin Philharmonie, and Taiwan’s representative office in Germany hosted a reception to welcome the group.

## EXO fan-sign event in Kaohsiung suspected of being organized by Chinese entity; organizer says all shareholder funds are from Taiwan

- Published: 2026-06-02T22:13:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202606020373.aspx
- anchor: #n631903
- Companies mentioned: FANME、小芒

FANME, the organizer of EXO’s Kaohsiung fan-sign event, clarified that its funding came from Taiwan and denied rumors that a Taiwan Compatriot Permit was required to buy tickets.

## Eligibility of 國票金 independent director: FSC says disqualification criteria do not apply

- Published: 2026-06-02T22:11:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606020372.aspx
- anchor: #n631900
- Companies mentioned: 國票金、國票證券

The Financial Supervisory Commission ruled that the civil case involving 國票金 independent director Chen Wei-lung does not affect his eligibility to serve as a director.

## Hsu Chia-ching: Overseas Community Affairs Council has “transformed significantly” as its functions expand

- Published: 2026-06-02T22:10:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202606020371.aspx
- anchor: #n631901
- Companies mentioned: 僑務委員會

Overseas Community Affairs Council Minister Hsu Chia-ching said the council’s role is changing and that it may become a Ministry of Immigration in the future.

## Ye Hong-wei and Zhan You-zhen beat former partner to advance at Indonesia Open

- Published: 2026-06-02T21:56:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202606020370.aspx
- anchor: #n631755

A Taiwanese badminton pair won at the Indonesia Open and advanced to the next round.

## Taiwan Lottery Lotto draw No. 115058

- Published: 2026-06-02T21:51:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202606020368.aspx
- anchor: #n631610
- Companies mentioned: 台彩

Winning numbers announced for Taiwan Lottery Lotto draw No. 115058.

## A bag of stationery, a reason to hope: Taiwan helps poor children in the Philippines return to school

- Published: 2026-06-02T21:51:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202606020369.aspx
- anchor: #n631609
- Companies mentioned: 中華航空、和成欣業、工研院

Taiwanese companies donated stationery to poor children in the Philippines.

## Huang Chieh-en’s triple sets up key run at Hua Nan youth baseball tournament; Taipei keeps hopes alive in losers’ bracket

- Published: 2026-06-02T21:45:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202606020367.aspx
- anchor: #n631611
- Companies mentioned: 華南金控、中信兄弟

Taipei City defeated Yilan County at the Hua Nan Youth Baseball Tournament.

## Taiwan Lottery 539 draw No. 115134

- Published: 2026-06-02T21:44:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202606020366.aspx
- anchor: #n631612
- Companies mentioned: 台彩

Winning numbers announced for Taiwan Lottery 539 draw No. 115134.

## Keelung man flees traffic stop and injures 2 officers before being subdued; drug driving uncovered and vape cartridges seized

- Published: 2026-06-02T21:32:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202606020365.aspx
- anchor: #n631315

In Keelung, a man who committed a traffic violation fled from police and injured an officer. He tested positive for drugs and was arrested.

## 今夏聖嬰現象發生機率達8成 聯合國籲當心極端天氣

- Published: 2026-06-02T21:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606020364.aspx
- anchor: #n631314
- Companies mentioned: 世界気象組織 (WMO)

The WMO warned that the chance of El Niño developing this summer had reached 80%, raising the risk of extreme weather.

## Singer Hsieh Chen-ting misses multiple court hearings in intimidation case; Taipei District Court orders bail forfeited

- Published: 2026-06-02T21:22:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202606020363.aspx
- anchor: #n631163

Singer Hsieh Chen-ting, accused in an intimidation case, had his bail forfeited by the Taipei District Court after missing multiple hearings. A warrant will be issued.

## Scholar: Trump’s strategic ambiguity on Taiwan aims to deter PLA attack

- Published: 2026-06-02T21:18:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202606020362.aspx
- anchor: #n631161

Scholar Wu Yu-shan analyzed Trump’s Taiwan policy as one of strategic ambiguity, intended to achieve dual deterrence.

## 第一金估央行今年升息動機不強 新台幣升值但不破30.5元

- Published: 2026-06-02T21:17:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606020361.aspx
- anchor: #n631162
- Companies mentioned: 第一金、第一銀行、第一金證券

第一金 said at its earnings briefing that first-quarter profit hit a record and offered forecasts on central bank rate hikes and exchange-rate trends.

## Indonesia holiday airfares rise; media: overland travel to Bali emerges as a new option

- Published: 2026-06-02T21:13:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202606020360.aspx
- anchor: #n631012
- Companies mentioned: DAMRI、Alendra、Kramat Djati、Gunung Harta、Pahala Kencana

Airfares in Indonesia are rising during the holiday period, making overland travel an alternative.

## Cathay Financial investment chief 劉上旗 to become vice chairman of 國泰投信

- Published: 2026-06-02T21:09:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606020359.aspx
- anchor: #n631011
- Companies mentioned: 國泰金控、國泰投信

Cathay Financial investment chief 劉上旗 will become vice chairman of 國泰投信.

## 張士綸 is often reminded, “Don’t be too aggressive”; his strong performance makes 張政禹 happy

- Published: 2026-06-02T21:02:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202606020358.aspx
- anchor: #n630858
- Companies mentioned: 中信兄弟、味全龍

中信兄弟's 張士綸 has performed well in the first team and received reminders from the coaching staff, while also exchanging thoughts with his older brother 張政禹.

## European Parliament trade committee approves US-European trade deal; full Parliament vote expected on the 16th

- Published: 2026-06-02T21:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606020357.aspx
- anchor: #n630860

The European Parliament’s Committee on International Trade approved the US-European trade deal, which will go to a full parliamentary vote on the 16th in response to Trump’s tariff threats.

## 7 life insurers apply to pay dividends; Financial Supervisory Commission: 3 companies approved, totaling NT$15 billion

- Published: 2026-06-02T20:59:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606020356.aspx
- anchor: #n630857
- Companies mentioned: 富邦人壽、國泰人壽、合庫人壽、台灣人壽、凱基人壽

The Financial Supervisory Commission approved dividend payments totaling NT$15 billion for 3 life insurers; rules for next year are to be finalized by year-end.

## Taiwanese fans scramble for BTS concert tickets, seeking Yue Lao’s blessing to “make a match”

- Published: 2026-06-02T20:57:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202606020355.aspx
- anchor: #n630859

Taiwanese BTS fans prayed to Yue Lao for good luck as they scrambled for concert tickets, becoming a hot topic on social media.

## 陳堯俐 made more than NT$10 million brokering liver and kidney transplants in China; sentenced to 2 years, suspended for 5 years

- Published: 2026-06-02T20:55:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202606020354.aspx
- anchor: #n630700
- Companies mentioned: 中山醫學大學附設醫院、彰化基督教醫院

Former hospital vice president found guilty of illegal organ brokering; medical license to be revoked.

## TPBL’s 陳暉 takes over as general manager of the New Taipei Kings, stressing that there are no problems with the team culture

- Published: 2026-06-02T20:53:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202606020353.aspx
- anchor: #n630701
- Companies mentioned: TPBL、新北中信特攻、中信育樂

TPBL’s 新北中信特攻 announced a change of general manager. 陳暉 has taken up the post.

## Hong Kong human rights art exhibition responds to oppression through art

- Published: 2026-06-02T20:51:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202606020352.aspx
- anchor: #n630698
- Companies mentioned: 二二八國家紀念館、華人民主書院協會、香港人權陣線

The 3rd Hong Kong Human Rights Art Exhibition is being held in Taipei.

## Taiwan Mobile: AI computing power investments entering a harvest phase; revenue up 87% year on year

- Published: 2026-06-02T20:49:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606020351.aspx
- anchor: #n630699
- Companies mentioned: 台灣大哥大、GMI Cloud、NVIDIA

Taiwan Mobile’s AI business is growing rapidly, and AIDC reservations are fully booked.

## classclass2021, which produces class T-shirts for 4,000 schools annually, adds 7 new colors to its popular “glitter print” all at once. Responding to students who say they want to “add some sparkle,” it further expands design freedom.

- Published: 2026-06-02T23:41:49+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000179018.html
- anchor: #n633139
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Lemon

classclass2021, a class T-shirt brand operated by 株式会社Lemon, has added 7 new colors to its popular “glitter print.” Responding to students who want to “add some sparkle,” it is expanding design freedom.

## 【Okayama University】Keio University Professor Hiroaki Miyata to speak at J-PEAKS public symposium “How to Live in the AI Era and Create the Future” [6/18, Thu., Okayama University Tsushima Campus]

- Published: 2026-06-02T23:17:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004037.000072793.html
- anchor: #n632918
- Companies mentioned: PwCコンサルティング合同会社

Okayama University will hold the J-PEAKS public symposium “How to Live in the AI Era and Create the Future” on June 18, 2026. Keio University Professor Hiroaki Miyata will speak, and participants will discuss the future of AI and human society from a well-being perspective.

## A team of former bankers, tax accountants and lawyers provides hands-on support for releasing management guarantees during business succession

- Published: 2026-06-02T23:07:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000181908.html
- anchor: #n632697
- Companies mentioned: Ascentia株式会社、帝国データバンク、久留米クラウド会計事務所、ハナワ法律事務所

Ascentia株式会社 has launched a specialist consulting service to help small and medium-sized businesses release management guarantees as part of business succession.

## KOBE ENISHI, a popular Kobe tantanmen specialist, to launch summer-only “Rich Chilled Tantanmen with Soft-Boiled Egg” starting in June 2026

- Published: 2026-06-02T23:00:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000178494.html
- anchor: #n632698

KOBE ENISHIが2026年6月より『濃厚冷やし担担麺（温玉付き）』を夏季限定販売する。1日30食限定。

## 【Okayama University】“Microbial Industry Co-Creation Core” launches, bringing together researchers across disciplines to build future industries through the power of microorganisms

- Published: 2026-06-02T22:50:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004036.000072793.html
- anchor: #n632482
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フジワラテクノアート

Okayama University and フジワラテクノアート have jointly launched the “Microbial Industry Co-Creation Core.” An on-campus briefing was held on May 15, 2026, with about 90 faculty and staff members attending. The industry-academia co-creation model aims to create next-generation industries by harnessing microorganisms.

## 【Results Report】Building an integrated “SNS × e-commerce × influencers × offline” customer acquisition model for fish markets

- Published: 2026-06-02T22:47:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000216.000110808.html
- anchor: #n632483
- Companies mentioned: BOTANICO

BOTANICO built an integrated marketing model for fish markets, achieving a 150% increase in sales.

## 【In the heyday of web advertising, “print strikes back”】 Shareable flyers

- Published: 2026-06-02T22:01:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000184311.html
- anchor: #n631827
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Design-a

The share-based flyer distribution service “Share Chirashi” has reached monthly distribution of 1 million flyers.

## 2026-2027 season: registered players (as of June 1, 2026)

- Published: 2026-06-02T22:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002956.000038094.html
- anchor: #n631828
- Companies mentioned: Tリーグ、九州カリーナ、T.T彩たま、静岡ジェード、岡山リベッツ、琉球アスティーダ、トップおとめピンポンズ名古屋、京都カグヤライズ、日本生命レッドエルフ、日本ペイントマレッツ

Tリーグ has announced the registered players for the 2026-2027 season.

## Sapporo: SNS account management support surpasses 26 accounts—demand surges across industries including nightlife, clinics and food service; full details revealed for AI use that delivers affordable prices

- Published: 2026-06-02T21:31:58+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000179732.html
- anchor: #n631390
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エンクル、株式会社CAICA、株式会社enDjoy

株式会社キングプロテア’s SNS management support has reached 26 accounts. Demand is surging, including from the nightlife industry, thanks to lower prices through AI use and support for a wide range of industries.

## Akutsu ties the highest-ever finish by a Japanese woman on a major stage, taking sole 3rd place: final day of the women’s individual event at the FIFG FootGolf World Championship 2026

- Published: 2026-06-02T21:30:40+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000053.000151152.html
- anchor: #n631391
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人日本フットゴルフ協会

Rina Akutsu achieved an outstanding sole 3rd-place finish at the FootGolf World Cup.

## The slogan is “Men celebrating a milestone”—that bon dance event is back after 2 years! In its 20th anniversary year, Mitorizu will dance! “Mitorizu Bon Dance 2026” set for August

- Published: 2026-06-02T21:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005071.000029501.html
- anchor: #n631392
- Companies mentioned: FANYチケット

Mitorizu’s bon dance event is returning after 2 years. It is set to be held in Osaka in August 2026.

## Blockbuster Pathfinders (Program to Develop Talent to Lead the Drug Discovery Ecosystem)

- Published: 2026-06-02T21:24:36+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006645.000052467.html
- anchor: #n631164

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government has launched the drug discovery talent development program “Blockbuster Pathfinders.”

## 【New offering】Expected annual yield of 30%. Fund for developing and selling a grid-scale battery storage facility in Iwase 三-chome, Nakama City, Fukuoka Prefecture, now available

- Published: 2026-06-02T21:20:21+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000037.000170473.html
- anchor: #n631165
- Companies mentioned: ミラリタ株式会社

ミラリタ株式会社 has made available a fund for developing and selling a battery storage facility in Nakama City, Fukuoka Prefecture.

## Cluster Creation Project for Global Innovation (TIB CATAPULT)

- Published: 2026-06-02T21:14:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006648.000052467.html
- anchor: #n630936

Tokyo is seeking clusters for its “TIB CATAPULT” initiative to support startups.

## Elgato × PREDUCTS jointly present “WORK FLOW,” an exhibition of tools for arranging freedom

- Published: 2026-06-02T21:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000166734.html
- anchor: #n630706
- Companies mentioned: Elgato、CORSAIR、PREDUCTS

Elgato and PREDUCTS will hold the joint exhibition “WORK FLOW” in June. Combining desk systems and tools for creators, it will propose an ideal working environment.

## 【June 6 and 7 only】Now is the perfect time to renovate! Nikka Home Saga Showroom to hold its “1st Anniversary Appreciation Festival”!

- Published: 2026-06-02T21:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000299.000074598.html
- anchor: #n630705
- Companies mentioned: ニッカホーム株式会社

Nikka Home Saga Showroom will hold its “1st Anniversary Appreciation Festival” on June 6 and 7 to mark its 1st anniversary. The event will feature special prices on renovation products, visitor perks and free home consultations.

## 【Rebroadcast due to popular demand】For DMO, tourism association and local government city promotion and tourism staff with limited budgets and personnel: seminar on using “Spot AI (ToyTalk),” tourism DX that requires no app (rebroadcast on 6/10)

- Published: 2026-06-02T21:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000331.000132312.html
- anchor: #n630704
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人自治体DX推進協議会、株式会社ブリッジウェル

The Local Government DX Promotion Council will rebroadcast its tourism DX seminar.

## Nagasaki Stadium City’s “BRIDGE 2026” confirmed at its largest scale ever, with the first lineup announcement!

- Published: 2026-06-02T21:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000708.000016651.html
- anchor: #n630703
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社リージョナルエックス長崎、CANTEEN、ISLAND STATE

The hip-hop festival “BRIDGE 2026” will be held at Nagasaki Stadium City. It will run for 2 days and be the largest edition to date.

## “I bought water, but what about the toilet?” A special “SONAERU” page is now available to address a blind spot in preparing for water outages caused by typhoons. In addition, “15-year emergency supplies” are now ¥1,000 off for a limited time.

- Published: 2026-06-02T21:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001009.000079792.html
- anchor: #n630702
- Companies mentioned: Fun Standard株式会社、RKB毎日ホールディングス、PYKES PEAK

Fun Standard株式会社’s disaster preparedness brand “SONAERU” has launched disaster-preparedness awareness initiatives for typhoon season and a discount campaign on its emergency toilet series.