AI News 180m Report

2026-06-03 12:00–15:00 JST

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One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 477 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 84 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 (continued)(477)

A total prize pool of 20 million yen! Who will claim esports glory? The fierce battle! eJ League 2026: The ultimate e-sports football showdown

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

BS10 will air a program featuring the final of the “eJ.LEAGUE eFootball™ 2026 season,” an esports tournament jointly hosted by Konami and the J.League. The total prize pool is 20 million yen.

Companies mentioned:株式会社コナミデジタルエンタテインメント、公益社団法人 日本プロサッカーリーグ

Master bizarre plants with this one pot. “Light Stand Solo” launches, systematizing indoor growing and display

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

BIBILAB will launch “Light Stand Solo,” an indoor growing stand for unusual plants, in June 2026. It provides lighting, watering and display in a space-saving design.

Companies mentioned:BIBILAB

[Antenor] The Nihombashi Mitsukoshi store will reopen on Saturday, June 6! We will offer original cakes made with Iwagi lemons from Ehime Prefecture.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Antenor’s Nihombashi Mitsukoshi store will reopen on June 6. It will sell limited-edition cakes and products made with Iwagi lemons from Ehime Prefecture.

Intent Exchange tests drone corridors and launches a task force at an international industry organization

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Intent Exchange tested drone corridors through a NEDO project. It evaluated ground-risk management technology for route designation and coordination among operators, and established a task force at the international organization GUTMA to promote the technology globally.

Companies mentioned:新エネルギー・産業技術総合開発機構 (NEDO)、グリッドスカイウェイ有限責任事業組合、経済産業省

Beating the heat with hearty meat! Staff rate “meat bento” boxes. First-ever “Meat Bento Awards”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

The first “Meat Bento Awards,” in which staff rate hearty meat bento boxes to prepare for the intense heat, have been held. 20 types of meat bento were entered and judged on 6 criteria.

Companies mentioned:ミート矢澤、おこわ米八、からっ鳥、銀座アスター、肉のたかさご、ポール・ボキューズ デリ、千駄木腰塚、牛たん かねざき、叙々苑、ごっつ食べなはれ、創作鮨処 タキモト、亀戸升本、とんかつ まい泉、洋食や 三代目 たいめいけん、米屋のおにぎり屋 菊太屋米穀店、イーション、西洋銀座、柿安ダイニング、柿安牛めし、佃浅

Preorders for merchandise from “Kenmochi Toya Real Solo Live [Kokuu Kyōen]” begin at the Nijisanji Official Store at 18:00 on Thursday, June 4, 2026!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

ANYCOLOR has begun preselling official merchandise for “Kenmochi Toya Real Solo Live [Kokuu Kyōen]” at the Nijisanji Official Store. 14 items will be offered as in-stock products ahead of the October performances.

Clarks Originals × Andersson Bell | A new Wallabee™ where cultures intersect

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Andersson Bell and Clarks Originals have collaborated on a limited-edition Wallabee™, launching worldwide on June 5, 2026.

Companies mentioned:Clarks Originals、Andersson Bell、クラークス ジャパン 株式会社

Irusiru refreshes the design of the authentication screen for service logins and new registrations

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社イルシル has revamped the login and registration screens for “イルシル,” its AI-powered automatic slide-generation service. The intuitive layout communicates the service’s value.

Companies mentioned:株式会社イルシル

Bring the world of short films into everyday life. SAMANSA launches its first original lifestyle collection

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社SAMANSA will launch its first original lifestyle collection on June 10, 2026. The 20-item collection brings the world of film into everyday life.

Companies mentioned:三本珈琲 (MITSUMOTO COFFEE)、Floodlight Pictures、Doug Roland Films、Hazy Pine Pictures、Tom Furniss、After School Special

[An idol VTuber you can meet in person] “Rabipare!!” member Inumori Yomogi launches birthday merchandise produced by the talent herself! An offline live show featuring her “real-life appearance” will also take place on Sunday, June 7!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Inumori Yomogi, a member of the VTuber agency “Lovebox,” has released birthday merchandise. The unit “Rabipare!!” has also released a music video for a new song and will hold an offline live show in Shinjuku.

Companies mentioned:株式会社Blackbox

“Fujoshi Marketing Institute” changes its name to “Otakatsu Marketing Institute”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社サンディアス has changed the name of “Fujoshi Marketing Institute” to “Otakatsu Marketing Institute.” Building on its expertise in BL analysis, it will expand its focus to otaku activities in general and research into overseas fan communities.

Notice of the start of imports and sales of a space-saving, low-power communications access platform made by Dowslake Microsystems

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社光響 has begun importing and selling a space-saving, low-power communications access platform made by the US company Dowslake Microsystems. The product supports a range of communications infrastructure applications, including mobile backhaul, dedicated lines for businesses and metro Ethernet.

Companies mentioned:Dowslake Microsystems

Announcement of André Smulders’ appointment as assistant coach and strength coach

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

H.C. Tochigi Nikko Ice Bucks has announced the appointment of André Smulders as assistant coach and strength coach starting in the 2026-2027 season. The team aims to strengthen its performance through Finnish-style training.

DAISO official character Daizō launches its second LINE sticker set and releases a Daizō manga

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

大創産業 will release the second LINE sticker set featuring DAISO’s official character “Daizō” and publish a manga starting June 3, 2026. New merchandise will also go on sale in early June.

“Uotami no Sushi Sannomiya Ekimae” to reopen in front of Sannomiya Station in Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, on Thursday, June 4, 2026! A “half off everything” opening sale will run for 2 days only!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

モンテローザ will reopen “Uotami no Sushi Sannomiya Ekimae.” A half-off-everything sale will run for 2 days only.

Billboard Classics × Ryukyu Symphony Orchestra: Family Concert in Miyakojima 2026 set for August! An orchestra concert for families to enjoy during summer vacation, featuring singer Daisuke Yokoyama as a guest

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Billboard Classics and the Ryukyu Symphony Orchestra will hold an orchestra concert for families in Miyakojima in August 2026. Daisuke Yokoyama, a former singer on NHK’s “Okaasan to Issho,” will appear as a guest, along with local artists and a children’s choir. The concert is part of a project to promote classical music in Okinawa.

Companies mentioned:株式会社阪神コンテンツリンク、一般社団法人琉球交響楽団、株式会社よしもとエンタテインメント沖縄、有限会社クイック

PBR LENDING lowers minimum lending amount to the equivalent of about 10,000 yen

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

PBR LENDING, a cryptocurrency lending service operated by Portobello Road株式会社, will roll out service improvements on June 11, 2026, including lowering the minimum lending amount to the equivalent of about 10,000 yen. The move aims to make it easier to start cryptocurrency lending with small amounts.

NPO法人HPP HOPE releases its May 2026 activity report on hypophosphatasia (HPP)

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

NPO corporation HPP HOPE has released “HPP HOPE Letter Vol.01,” a report summarizing its activities in May 2026 related to hypophosphatasia (HPP). It features messages from medical professionals, information about gatherings, and plans for future activities.

【PARCELLE JEWELRY】Holding a POP UP SHOP at 高崎髙島屋 in Takasaki, Gunma Prefecture

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

PARCELLE JEWELRY will hold a POP UP SHOP at 高崎髙島屋 from June 10 to 16, 2026. Items for sale include the new-color Pomponne Mosaic ring.

Companies mentioned:高崎髙島屋

【PARCELLE JEWELRY Umeda Store (阪神梅田本店)】Announces jewelry events for June

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Jewelry brand PARCELLE JEWELRY’s Umeda store has announced its events for June. The program will include a pearl-focused order event, sales of limited-edition rare-stone pieces, and events featuring visits by the designer.

Companies mentioned:阪神梅田本店

【Official service launch!】Earn cash the more you play!? The new kind of rewards darts game “Cash Aim of DARTS” is now available!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

OriginalLife Reversal株式会社が、遊ぶほど現金が貯まるP2E型ポイ活ダーツゲームアプリ「Cash Aim of DARTS」の正式サービスを2026年6月1日に開始した。リリース記念キャンペーンも予定されている。

【Takashimaya】Opening in Osaka and Kyoto! “Shigeo Nagashima Memorial Exhibition: Mr. Giants, the Immortal Number ‘3’”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Takashimaya will hold a memorial exhibition for Shigeo Nagashima in Osaka and Kyoto from August to September 2026. The exhibition will feature approximately 150 items, along with original merchandise for sale.

Companies mentioned:読売新聞社、読売巨人軍、日本テレビ放送網、報知新聞社、読売テレビ、読売中京FSホールディングス、セコム、光村印刷

LBC, a women-only fitness center on the 4th floor of Al Plaza Seta in Otsu, Shiga Prefecture, has launched a campaign celebrating its 13th anniversary!!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

LBC, a women-only fitness center in Otsu, Shiga Prefecture, has launched a new membership campaign to mark its 13th anniversary. The campaign waives the ¥10,000 enrollment fee and ¥6,000 first-month membership fee. Limited to the first 50 applicants.

【ABEMA】Lee Ji-hoon to visit Japan for his long-awaited first solo fan meeting in Japan on Saturday, June 13, 2026! All episodes of popular Korean dramas he has appeared in, including “The Legend of the Blue Sea” and “River Where the Moon Rises,” will be available to stream for free for a limited time

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Video streaming service ABEMA will stream 6 Korean dramas starring actor Lee Ji-hoon for free to mark his first fan meeting in Japan. The campaign aims to drive viewership on the platform in conjunction with the event.

Companies mentioned:ABEMA

【Pore concerns survey】“A mismatch between pore type and skincare” is why pore problems do not improve|Blackheads are the most common concern among people in their 20s, while sagging pores are most common among those in their 50s

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Seishin Beauty Clinic conducted a survey on pore concerns and skincare. The findings revealed differences in pore types by age group and that mismatches with skincare can stall improvement.

“NTTドコモ Presents Lemino BOXING PHOENIX BATTLE 157 Rising stars of the boxing world” to be streamed live exclusively on Lemino Premium

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

NTTドコモ will stream the boxing event “PHOENIX BATTLE 157” live exclusively on Lemino Premium. A campaign offering signed posters in conjunction with the matches will also be held.

Companies mentioned:NTTドコモ

Game-worn uniform with Shohei Ohtani’s handwritten signature also on display; “MINT POP-UP Sports Collection” opens at 阪急うめだ本店 from June 3 (Wed.)

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Mint Co., Ltd. will hold the “MINT POP-UP Sports Collection” at 阪急うめだ本店. The event will display and sell rare sports memorabilia, including a game-worn uniform with Shohei Ohtani’s handwritten signature.

Companies mentioned:阪急うめだ本店

Begins operating AI-driven development model “BLADE”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

TerraSky has begun operating its AI-driven development model “BLADE.” It aims to rigorously ensure traceability between business objectives and implementation, improving Salesforce development quality and eliminating rework.

Companies mentioned:株式会社テラスカイ

Self-care brand “EKATO” to give expectant mothers at Daikanyama Birth Clinic an “EKATO Birth Self-Care Kit” for a limited time, offering “time to cherish themselves” as they prepare to give birth

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Self-care brand “EKATO” will give “EKATO Birth Self-Care Kits” to mothers-to-be at Daikanyama Birth Clinic for a limited time from June 1 to August 31, 2026, so they can enjoy self-care before and after childbirth.

Policy platform operator PoliPoli Co., Ltd. releases its collection of policy co-creation case studies for fiscal 2025

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

PoliPoli Co., Ltd. has released its collection of policy co-creation case studies for fiscal 2025. It outlines 20 of the 26 cases realized through the company’s policy platform and includes interviews with members of the National Diet and support organizations.

A boy on a ventilator’s adventure to a deserted island — “Return to My Blue,” a film by Yudai Noguchi, a graduate of デジタルハリウッド大学大学院[DHGS], opens nationwide in stages from 7/24, including at キノシネマ Shinjuku

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Yudai Noguchi, a graduate of デジタルハリウッド大学大学院, is releasing his first documentary film, depicting the adventure of a boy on a ventilator to a deserted island. The film has won numerous awards in Japan and abroad.

Companies mentioned:デジタルハリウッド大学大学院、キノシネマ、NHK、Amazon Prime、U-NEXT

Cohesity obtains an industry-first invention patent for a generative AI retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) platform using secondary data

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Cohesity has obtained a U.S. patent for the core technology behind its generative AI platform “Cohesity Gaia.” The technology enables secure application of RAG to secondary data.

Companies mentioned:Cohesity、コヒシティジャパン合同株式会社

A great option for independent research! “Summer with Tiny Lives 2026: Sericulture Farm Work Experience and a Gateway to Industry” begins July 5

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

SILK OF LIFE will hold a sericulture exploration program for parents and children starting July 5, 2026. Participants will learn through experience about the importance of primary industries by raising silkworms and touring industry facilities.

Companies mentioned:碓氷製糸株式会社、蚕屋、いそがい呉服店

A building that “captures and uses CO2 from the air”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Carbon Xtract is partnering with Shimizu Corporation and Sojitz to pilot its compact DAC device “m-DAC®” at NOVARE as part of a Tokyo-supported project. From fall 2025 through the end of fiscal 2028, the demonstration will capture CO2 from indoor air and use it to grow plants.

Companies mentioned:清水建設株式会社、双日株式会社

Original3週間・ほぼゼロコスト──長野の花屋がAIで業界初の来店受取型モバイル注文システムを自社開発、リリース3日で注文数3倍

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Nuboh Seika-ten Co., Ltd. has developed in-house, using AI, the flower shop industry’s first mobile ordering system for in-store pickup. The system was launched 3 weeks after development began, 2 months after the concept was conceived, and orders rose to approximately 3 times the previous level within 3 days of launch.

【208 entries】Results page released for WOMAN Essay Award 2026, a literary prize for women

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

IWrite Co., Ltd. has released the results page for “WOMAN Essay Award 2026,” an essay contest for women. 3 works were selected for awards from 208 entries.

Support RISING SUN ROCK FESTIVAL 2026 in EZO through hometown tax donations! A new way to connect the inspiration of music with a brighter future for Ishikari, Hokkaido

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Ishikari City has begun accepting hometown tax donations for tickets to the music festival “RISING SUN ROCK FESTIVAL 2026 in EZO,” offered as a thank-you gift. The initiative aims to revitalize the region and nurture the next generation.

Companies mentioned:株式会社WESS

Akamaneristo launches “Web Visitor Company List,” a new feature that turns companies visiting a business’s website into “tomorrow’s call list”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Incubator Co., Ltd. will launch “Web Visitor Company List,” a new feature that identifies companies visiting a business’s website, in its sales list creation service “Akamaneristo” on June 3, 2026. Companies signing new contracts during June will also receive a 1-month free trial.

【Obesity clinic opens at Shibuya Station!】Internal medicine specialist team offers comprehensive treatment combining a fitness gym, nutritional guidance and medication

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Yumino Clinic, directly connected to Shibuya Station, has opened an “Obesity Clinic” integrating medical care, nutrition and exercise. It offers comprehensive obesity treatment as preventive care, using GLP-1 medications and a fitness gym.

Companies mentioned:医療法人社団ゆみの、ゆみのクリニック渋谷桜丘、LEX渋谷

Kyoto City × KiQ to continue invitation-only salon “Salon Privé Kyoto,” spanning culture, cities and AI

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Kyoto City and 株式会社KiQ will continue holding “Salon Privé Kyoto,” an invitation-only cultural salon. Experts from diverse fields will engage in dialogue spanning culture and AI, aiming to reimagine creative capital for building the cities of the future.

Companies mentioned:株式会社KiQ

Preserving beauty by focusing on the skin’s natural rhythm. “Energy Cream” formulated with 10 types of peptides × high-concentration¹ bakuchiol²

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

リツビ and メディカランド will launch “Energy Cream,” a nighttime cream formulated with high-concentration bakuchiol and 10 types of peptides, in May 2026. DDS technology maximizes nighttime skin repair.

Companies mentioned:株式会社リツビ&メディカランド

[The secret behind a long-established wholesaler with an average age of 60, recognized by Google’s U.S. headquarters, that raised its operating profit margin from 9% to 30%] Free seminar on June 26: “Subtract to Transform,” eliminating tool sprawl with DX

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

イーディーエル株式会社 will hold a free online seminar on June 26, 2026. Former Hamaya CTO Shinichiro Wakai will speak and share a case study of improving the operating profit margin from 9% to 30% through Google Workspace integration.

Companies mentioned:株式会社ハマヤ、Cpoint株式会社、住友生命保険、経済産業省

EYE VDJ MASA × NOBU release new collaboration track “MOVE,” their first collaboration in 3 years

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

一般社団法人WITH ALS has released “MOVE,” a new collaboration track by EYE VDJ MASA and NOBU. The song is the anthem for MOVE FES.2026 on June 20, 2026.

Companies mentioned:一般社団法人WITH ALS、アイル、NTT、ONESTORY、Genics、アーツカウンシル東京、オリィ研究所、せりか基金、EMBODIED MEDIA、Cybernetic being、invisi、Dentsu Lab Tokyo、J-WAVE、日本ALS協会、TSI HOLDINGS

ThoughtSpot and Google Cloud strengthen alliance — accelerating agentic analytics for Japanese businesses

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

ThoughtSpot has strengthened its partnership with Google Cloud and begun offering its AI analytics platform in Japan through Google Cloud Marketplace. The move combines data sovereignty with regulatory compliance.

Companies mentioned:Google Cloud

[Reiwa 8 fiscal year Nagasaki Prefecture Agriculture, Commerce and Industry Collaboration Fund Program Grants] Initial round of selected applicants announced

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

The Nagasaki Prefectural Federation of Societies of Commerce and Industry has selected 8 businesses in the initial round of applications for the Reiwa 8 fiscal year Nagasaki Prefecture Agriculture, Commerce and Industry Collaboration Fund Program. The program supports new product development and sales channel expansion using products from the prefecture through collaboration between agriculture, forestry and fisheries operators and small and medium-sized businesses.

Companies mentioned:株式会社栗原ねぎ、合同会社YOKARAI、株式会社山一、モリファーム、有限会社酒の一斗、Antico Caffe Patarte、有限会社いいだ農園、深田総菜、幻の高来そば振興協議会、有限会社法本胡麻豆腐店、有限会社前田製茶、株式会社小浜温泉ワイナリー、リフィックス株式会社、農事組合法人フレッシュ251、株式会社杵の川、橘湾中央漁業協同組合

[Exhibitor report] We exhibited a “Dogenjars Fund” booth at HakataCCo 2026, which welcomed a record-breaking crowd of more than 8,700 visitors!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

ドゲンジャーズ基金 exhibited at HakataCCo 2026. A total of 8,706 people attended, where the group shared its mission and raised donations. Heroes also appeared, winning the support of families with children.

Companies mentioned:一般財団法人日本未来創造公益資本財団、株式会社エムマーケットエージェンシー

オレンジ・アンド・パートナーズ, aiming to balance real estate “asset value” and “emotional value,” enters business partnership with プロフィッツ

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

オレンジ・アンド・パートナーズ and プロフィッツ have formed a business partnership. Centered on the “experiential value” of real estate, they aim to create new asset value through investments totaling 20 billion yen annually.

Companies mentioned:株式会社オレンジ・アンド・パートナーズ、株式会社プロフィッツ

Summer-limited collaboration menu “Specially Selected Okowa with Eel,” made with 鰻楽 domestic eel, available from June 3 at お米とごはん隅田屋 Azabudai Hills store

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社鰻楽 will begin selling “Specially Selected Okowa with Eel,” a summer-limited collaboration menu made with domestic eel and its own sauce, at お米とごはん隅田屋 Azabudai Hills store on June 3, 2026.

Companies mentioned:株式会社隅田屋商店

『NTE: Neverness to Everness』Ver.1.1 “Dreaming Corridors” launches June 3. New character “Requiem” arrives, along with the first phase of a luxury car collaboration with Porsche!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Hotta Studio launched Ver.1.1, “Dreaming Corridors,” for the supernatural urban open-world RPG 『NTE: Neverness to Everness』 on June 3. The major update includes the addition of the new character “Requiem” and the first phase of a collaboration with luxury carmaker Porsche.

Companies mentioned:Hotta Studio、Porsche

Original読売テレビ 土曜はダメよ!「ギョーテン広告!CMぶっちゃけグランプリ」で西松屋が紹介されました

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Original西松屋チェーンが読売テレビの番組「土曜はダメよ!」内のコーナーで紹介され、3組のクリエイターが同社のSmartAngel商品をPRするオリジナルCMを制作。最優秀CMには京都大学のサークル作品が選ばれた。

Companies mentioned:読売テレビ

Announcement: “2026-27 SEASON KAWAGOE BC Home Opener”

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KAWAGOE BC, operated by 一般社団法人ラフェスタエンターテイメント, will hold its home opener on June 13, 2026. @FARM and 株式会社タカインフォテクノ are joint title sponsors, with children’s events and a stamp rally planned.

Companies mentioned:@FARM、株式会社タカインフォテクノ、株式会社OIKAZE、明治安田生命

NEXTAGE’s “next-generation wasabi cultivation” featured on TV Tokyo’s “World Business Satellite (WBS)”

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NEXTAGE’s next-generation wasabi cultivation initiative, using its “Wasabi Cultivation Module,” was featured on TV Tokyo’s “World Business Satellite (WBS)” on June 2, 2026. The company offers a system that uses IoT and environmental control technology to grow high-quality Japanese wasabi “anywhere, by anyone, reliably,” without being affected by climate change and other factors. Expansion into European markets and adoption at existing food factories are also underway, and the company is exhibiting at FOOMA JAPAN 2026 (June 2–June 5, 2026, Tokyo Big Sight).

[LeanGo explains a “dramatic CVR improvement case study”] Online seminar event “Commerce NEXT” to be held June 24 and 25; free to attend

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

The online seminar event “Commerce NEXT,” hosted by 日本流通産業新聞社, will be held on June 24 and 25, 2026. Shori Hirai of LeanGo and Tsutomu Mano of SUPER STUDIO will speak and explain case studies on improving CVR.

Companies mentioned:LeanGo、SUPER STUDIO、日本流通産業新聞社、アイリスプラザ、ユーグレナ

LOVECHROME unveils a model commemorating Pokémon’s 30th anniversary. Two models featuring Pikachu and Eevee go on sale June 17 (Wed.).

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

The haircare brand LOVECHROME, operated by YC・Primarily, will release collaboration models commemorating Pokémon’s 30th anniversary on June 17, 2026. The lineup includes 2 models: Pikachu and Eevee.

Fly direct from Niigata, Matsumoto or Yamagata with FDA! The ultimate 2-night, 3-day Hokkaido golf getaway! Choose a グットリゴルフ package and enjoy the perfect summer trip, tailored just for you.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

日本空輸株式会社 has begun selling Hokkaido golf tours departing from Niigata, Matsumoto and Yamagata. The 2-night, 3-day packages use direct FDA flights and offer a choice of transportation with a shuttle or a rental car.

Companies mentioned:フジドリームエアラインズ(FDA)

株式会社パレットグループ begins handling the Love Live! series OCGLLC-PB “Premium Booster Love Live! DUO”

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パレットグループ has begun wholesale distribution of the Love Live! series Premium Booster.

Companies mentioned:ブシロード

[Akiba Hobby] New Touhou Project merchandise, including “Creator Keychains” and “Character Acrylic Stands,” now available for preorder through Akiba Hobby’s online store and other outlets!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

アキバホビー has announced new Touhou Project merchandise scheduled for release in July 2026. The lineup includes tapestries, keychains and acrylic stands.

Companies mentioned:アキバホビー/株式会社イザナギ、あみあみ、アニメイト、上海アリス幻樂団

プロフィッツ enters business partnership with オレンジ・アンド・パートナーズ, aiming to balance real estate “asset value” and “emotional value”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

プロフィッツ and オレンジ have formed a business partnership to improve the experiential value of real estate. The first project is hotel development, with an annual investment target of 20 billion yen.

Companies mentioned:株式会社プロフィッツ、株式会社オレンジ・アンド・パートナーズ

OriginalHIKVISION、1台で360°全方位監視を実現する「3Kアナログ魚眼パノラマカメラ」を国内発売!

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HIKVISION’s 3K analog fisheye panoramic camera, launching in Japan in June 2026, features compatibility with existing coaxial cables, 360-degree surveillance and color imaging at night.

LADOR: A booth featuring BTS’s Jimin returns for a limited time at @cosme TOKYO from June 1

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Korean haircare brand LADOR will bring back for a limited time, from June 1, 2025, a booth at @cosme TOKYO in Omotesando, Tokyo, featuring BTS member Jimin as its brand model. The booth will focus on the popular “Perfume Hair Oil” series, following the strong response to its March POP UP event.

Companies mentioned:株式会社トリクル、@cosme TOKYO

Peatix selected as partner for “MEET YOUR ART FESTIVAL 2026,” one of Japan’s largest art festivals

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Peatix Inc. has been selected as a partner for “MEET YOUR ART FESTIVAL 2026,” one of Japan’s largest art festivals, to be held in October 2026. Ticket sales for the festival have begun.

Companies mentioned:Peatix Inc.、エイベックス・クリエイター・エージェンシー株式会社、一般社団法人エリアマネジメントTENNOZ、一般社団法人 天王洲・キャナルサイド活性化協会、株式会社ライツ、寺田倉庫株式会社

National High School Light Music Club Tournament we are SNEAKER AGES “Suni Radio! — The Road to Grand Cube Osaka” begins airing Saturday, June 6!

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Originalラジオ大阪で「スニラジ!~グランキューブ大阪への道~」が2026年6月6日から放送開始。パーソナリティは北村茉倫。

Companies mentioned:産経新聞社、三木楽器、ラジオ大阪、学校法人 常翔学園、大阪国際会議場(グランキューブ大阪)

春茶 launches her first official fan club, “tea bottle | 春茶 OFFICIAL FANCLUB,” on “FAM”

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“tea bottle | 春茶 OFFICIAL FANCLUB,” the first official fan club for singer 春茶, launched on June 3, 2026, on “FAM,” a fan engagement platform provided by Nagisa Co., Ltd. On the same day, 春茶 also released her Major 1st Digital Single, “私の恋 is over.”

マイネット Executive Officer and CTO 堀越裕樹 to speak at ルーメン・テクノロジーズ event, discussing new security risks accompanying the spread of generative AI

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株式会社マイネット Executive Officer and CTO 堀越裕樹 will speak at “AIがもたらす変革,” an event hosted by ルーメン・テクノロジーズ, discussing new security risks accompanying the spread of generative AI. He will present the company’s security improvement case studies and measures to counter attacks on mobile apps that exploit generative AI.

Companies mentioned:ルーメン・テクノロジーズ株式会社、Orca Security社

日本アルコン appoints 石川恋 as the new image model for its “フレッシュルック” series of daily disposable colored contact lenses

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日本アルコン has appointed 石川恋 as the new image model for the “フレッシュルック” series. New creative materials will roll out from mid-June.

Juice=Juice to air a 2-hour special program on FM大阪 from 25:00 on Friday, June 5!

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OriginalJuice=JuiceがFM大阪の特別番組『Juice=JuiceのMORE!MORE!RADIO!』を2026年6月5日(金)25:00から2時間放送することが決定。関西出身メンバーの松永里愛と江端妃咲が出演し、スペシャルゲストからのメッセージも予定。

Companies mentioned:FM大阪

No more exhausting searches for cram schools through endless reviews. アメ塾 (Ameba塾探し) launches “AI塾探し,” where AI recommends a cram school suited to each child

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アメ塾, operated by CyberOwl, launched “AI塾探し,” an AI-powered cram school recommendation feature, on June 3, 2026. The beta version has been available since May 11.

“商談準備AI” automates everything from research to proposal materials based on your company’s winning strategy | Now available through Value Intelligence

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SALESCORE launched “商談準備AI,” a new feature of its sales support AI “Value Intelligence,” on June 3, 2026. Simply enter a company name and contact name to automate research, issue hypothesis development, and proposal creation based on “Value Map,” which structures your company’s sales win patterns.

VTuber avatar creation and streaming platform “Avvy” establishes partner agency “Avivi”! Seeking aspiring VTubers to aim for the top together

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OTAGROUP株式会社 has established “Avivi,” a talent agency specializing in the VTuber avatar creation and streaming app “Avvy,” and has begun recruiting new members. Features include a 100% revenue share for streamers and special bonuses.

Companies mentioned:AnotherBall Pte. Ltd.

A host of new merchandise from the TV anime “花ざかりの君たちへ,” including an image jersey embroidered with character names and FLOWERiUM® (フラワリウム), which also makes a charming interior accent!

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ANIGA-TER, operated by バナナスピリッツ, will begin preorders for 4 new merchandise items from the TV anime “花ざかりの君たちへ” on June 3, 2026. Shipping is scheduled for late August.

Companies mentioned:バナナスピリッツ株式会社

New product: Leica Cine Compact 1

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ライカスマートプロジェクション社 has announced the compact mini projector Leica Cine Compact 1. It features triple RGB laser technology, 360-degree rotation, and Google TV, and is scheduled to go on sale in mid-July 2026.

Companies mentioned:Leica Smart Projection GmbH、ライカカメラ社

竹原ピストル × Ryo’LEFTY’Miyata | The making of the latest album “FIRST CRY!!” and reflections on life

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竹原ピストル appeared on the radio program “MUSIC TOURIST” and shared the story behind making his latest album, “FIRST CRY!!” He also discussed his enthusiasm for his upcoming nationwide tour.

Companies mentioned:JFN、OIKOS MUSIC

Kiii enters the 2nd year of its sponsorship agreement with “シュワーボ東京,” led by レオザフットボール

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Kiii has renewed its sponsorship agreement with “シュワーボ東京” for a 2nd year. In addition to displaying its logo and coordinating on social media, it will strengthen support for competition through full-time employment for players.

Companies mentioned:シュワーボ東京

Dentist 山田翔 begins publishing a newsletter on “theLetter,” a writing platform for professionals

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Dentist 山田翔 has begun publishing a newsletter on “theLetter,” a writing platform for professionals operated by OutNow Co., Ltd. He will share evidence-based dental information, primarily targeting parents raising children.

Companies mentioned:SmartNews+、ITmedia

ナレッジワーク and Forbes JAPAN announce companies exemplifying new-era sales organization models at “Forbes JAPAN NEW SALES OF THE YEAR 2026”

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4 winning companies and 3 finalists have been announced for “NEW SALES OF THE YEAR 2026,” co-hosted by ナレッジワーク and Forbes JAPAN. The winners are イトーキ, NEC, フリー, and リコージャパン.

Companies mentioned:株式会社イトーキ、日本電気株式会社、フリー株式会社、リコージャパン株式会社、株式会社JTB、日本経済新聞社、株式会社日立システムズ、Gainsight株式会社、Sansan株式会社、株式会社ユーザベース、株式会社セレブリックス、ネスレネスプレッソ株式会社、WINE TO STYLE株式会社、リンクタイズ株式会社、株式会社プレジデント社

ニチイ学館 introduces uniforms for nurses, selected through staff feedback and voting

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ニチイ学館 will introduce uniforms specifically for nurses at home-visit nursing services, small-scale multifunctional in-home care with nursing, and fee-based nursing homes from July 1, 2026. Reflecting feedback and votes from nurses in the field, the uniforms aim to clarify roles visually, increase the peace of mind of service users and their families, and facilitate smooth communication.

Companies mentioned:株式会社ニチイケアパレス

That hit series is back! 下京慶子, 大和田南那, and 宮崎あみさ clash once again in the nightlife scene! BUMP original short drama “ラウンジ嬢の本指客2” begins streaming on Wednesday, June 3, 2026!

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emole will exclusively stream “ラウンジ嬢の本指客2” on the short-drama app BUMP from June 3, 2026. Season 2 of the hit series depicts a drama of love and hate in the nightlife scene.

Companies mentioned:emole株式会社、株式会社アシタへ

オレンジ・アンド・パートナーズ, aiming to balance real estate “asset value” and “emotional value,” enters business partnership with プロフィッツ

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オレンジ・アンド・パートナーズ and プロフィッツ form a business partnership. With “experiential value” in real estate as its focus, the partnership aims to increase asset value and plans investments totaling 20 billion yen annually.

Companies mentioned:INCLUSIVE Holdings株式会社、株式会社オレンジ・アンド・パートナーズ、株式会社プロフィッツ

Original『シュレディンガーズ・コール』実際に電話をかけて市ノ瀬加那さん&佐久間レイさんが演じるメアリとハムレットに心残りを聞いてもらおう!「魂ホットライン」開催!

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As a promotion for the novel adventure game “シュレディンガーズ・コール,” 集英社ゲームズ will hold “Soul Hotline” from June 3 to June 10, 2026, allowing users to talk by phone with characters from the game. Users can confide their own “regrets” to メアリ and ハムレット, voiced by 市ノ瀬加那 and 佐久間レイ.

Companies mentioned:株式会社集英社ゲームズ、アクロバティックチリメンジャコ

To mark its 5th anniversary, LuckyFes will invite approximately 6万人 of middle and high school students who live or attend school in ひたちなか市, 水戸市, or つくば市 to attend free of charge on the final day (8/11). Make the best summer memories of your youth at a local summer festival!

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To mark LuckyFes’s 5th anniversary, LuckyFM茨城放送 will invite approximately 6万人 of middle and high school students from 3 local cities to attend the final day free of charge. The initiative aims to promote local culture and provide young people with cultural experiences.

[June 23 (Tue.) @ Zoom] Raising 42.6億円 in Series B funding: movus CEO explains how to build industries through real-world business in Southeast Asia

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ProtoStar will hold a free online seminar on June 23, 2026, featuring movus technologies CEO Take-tora Sakai, who will discuss the strategy behind its 4.26 billion yen Series B funding.

Companies mentioned:movus technologies株式会社

Announcement: “Baby Crawling Race & First Aid Class” Event

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Specified Nonprofit Corporation Hoppe will hold a “Baby Crawling Race & First Aid Class” in Miki, Hyogo Prefecture, on June 25, 2026. The event is for infants and their parents and will feature a crawling race and a first aid class for children led by 三木消防本部.

Companies mentioned:三木消防本部

Kenta Hino will release his new single “New Day, New Me” on June 3.

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Kenta Hino will release a new single on June 3 and hold a solo concert on July 25.

Enjoy seasonal shaved ice with a cordless juicer in 2 ways. BRUNO launches its new “2-Way Juicer & Shaved Ice Maker”!

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BRUNO will launch its “2-Way Juicer & Shaved Ice Maker” in late June 2026. The 1 appliance can be used as both a shaved ice maker and a juicer, and its cordless design lets you use it anywhere.

Companies mentioned:BRUNO株式会社

Protect your pet’s “always energetic” self with daily care. PeQoly (Pekori), a comprehensive care brand for dogs and cats, launches.

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Dstyle Holdings Inc. has launched PeQoly (Pekori), a comprehensive care brand for dogs and cats. Its first product, a waterless dry shampoo, will go on sale for 2,980 yen on June 10, 2026.

Enjoy the melting flesh of fully ripened Nanko plums: a hand-prepared plum liqueur is now available as a local tax donation gift from Hitachiomiya, Ibaraki Prefecture!

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“Kayo Plum Liqueur,” made by hand with fully ripened Nanko plums from Wakayama Prefecture and underground water from the Kuji River, is now available as a hometown tax donation gift from Hitachiomiya, Ibaraki Prefecture. The donation amount is 10,000 yen.

“MEET YOUR ART FESTIVAL 2026” to be held for its 5th anniversary! One of Japan’s largest art festivals, where diverse cultures including music, food and fashion intersect around art.

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“MEET YOUR ART FESTIVAL 2026” will be held in the Tennozu area in October. Mirai Moriyama will supervise the exhibition, offering an experience where diverse cultures intersect around art.

Companies mentioned:エイベックス・クリエイター・エージェンシー株式会社、一般社団法人エリアマネジメントTENNOZ、一般社団法人天王洲・キャナルサイド活性化協会、東京都

Experience 14 types of culture. Maizuru City seeks elementary and junior high school students to take part in its “Cultural Marketplace.”

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Maizuru City will hold a “Cultural Marketplace” where elementary and junior high school students can experience 14 types of culture. The program spans a wide range, from traditional culture to contemporary art and international cultures.

Companies mentioned:舞鶴市文化協会

Applications now open on Ticket Pay for general admission seats at the “2026 Kurihama Perry Festival”!

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Companies mentioned:久里浜観光協会、株式会社ペイメントフォー

[Mr. CHEESECAKE YOUR CITY] Pop-up stores for the ultimate cheesecake are coming to Okayama, Chiba and Akita prefectures! In Okayama, the popular roll cake from the official online store will be on sale.

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Mr. CHEESECAKE will hold pop-up stores in 3 prefectures nationwide. The Akita store will be its first there, with a lineup that includes limited-edition products.

Companies mentioned:岡山高島屋、そごう千葉店、西武秋田店

AnyReach to provide its e-gift service “AnyGift” at 株式会社かねふく’s “Kanefuku Official Online Shop”.

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AnyReach has begun providing its e-gift service “AnyGift” to 株式会社かねふく’s official online shop. Customers can send mentaiko as a gift via LINE or email without needing the recipient’s address.

Companies mentioned:株式会社かねふく

[Kyoto Seika University] Group exhibition “染まる” by textile program graduates and others to be held at Gallery Terra-S on the Kyoto Seika University campus.

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“染まる,” a group exhibition by 7 graduates of Kyoto Seika University’s textile program, will be held at Gallery Terra-S from June 19 to 27, 2026. The exhibition will feature works combining traditional techniques with contemporary expression, and admission is free.

[京都精華大学] Two-person exhibition “揺らぎ” by graduate student Zhao Shilong of the university’s textile arts program and Shanghai-based graphic designer Gao Yifan to be held at Gallery Terra-S on campus.

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京都精華大学 will hold “揺らぎ,” a two-person exhibition by graduate student Zhao Shilong and Shanghai graphic designer Gao Yifan, at Gallery Terra-S in June 2026.

Companies mentioned:京都精華大学

[The “information-sharing time lag” in real estate] About 90% report improved efficiency after adopting rental management tools, but concerns remain about discrepancies between listing information and actual conditions.

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Japan Information Create conducted a survey on delays in information sharing among real estate companies. It found that while system adoption is improving efficiency, challenges remain in ensuring industry tools are widely used by brokerage firms and that information is updated immediately.

Companies mentioned:日本情報クリエイト株式会社

PeopleX enters the talent assessment field and announces 3 new AI products.

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PeopleX Inc. has entered the talent assessment field and announced 3 new AI products: “PeopleX AI Skill Intelligence,” “PeopleX AI Customer Evaluation” and “PeopleX AI360.” The company says conversational AI will enable objective and fair assessments. It also announced its sales support product, “PeopleX AI Sales.”

PeopleX announces “PeopleX AI Sales,” an AI product that supports the entire sales process.

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PeopleX Inc. has announced “PeopleX AI Sales,” a new product that uses AI to support the entire sales process. The company is applying AI technology developed in HR tech to sales tech, offering comprehensive support ranging from sales meeting analysis and strategy development to employee training.

Pop-up event for SHISHIKUI, the lifestyle brand directed by stylist Chiharu Dodo, to be held at Barneys New York’s Ginza flagship store and Kobe store.

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Barneys Japan will hold a pop-up for SHISHIKUI, a brand overseen by stylist Chiharu Dodo, at its Ginza flagship store and Kobe store.

Companies mentioned:株式会社バーニーズ ジャパン

Social Wire adopts Digital Gift® for its “share-based shareholder benefits.”

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Social Wire has adopted “share-based shareholder benefits” using Digital Plus Group’s “Digital Gift®.” The program fixes the value of benefits, offering sustainable shareholder rewards that are not affected by changes in the number of shareholders.

Companies mentioned:株式会社デジタルプラス、株式会社デジタルフィンテック

Travel app NEWT takes you around Madagascar with plant hunter Seijun Nishihata! Applications open for the NEWT Wonder tour.

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Travel app NEWT has launched a Madagascar tour accompanied by plant hunter Seijun Nishihata. The premium tour, limited to 10 participants, explores a remote natural paradise.

Companies mentioned:株式会社令和トラベル

[Tokyo Great Bears] Announcement of contract renewal with player Luciano Vicente.

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The Tokyo Great Bears have announced that Luciano Vicente will remain under contract for the 2026-27 season.

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