New “CIRCULIGHT HELIX” fan ceiling light combines stylish interior design with comfortable air circulation and outstanding functionality
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Doshisha will launch “HELIX,” a new model in its “CIRCULIGHT” line, on Makuake from June 4. The design appliance combines a modern look focused on enhancing interiors with powerful air-conditioning functions.
[Tokyo Station] “Tokyo Takanawa Butterista” returns to the B1 floor of Tokyo Station! Limited-time advance sale of a 12-piece “Brulee Butter Tart,” designed for easy purchase and sharing as a souvenir for tourists and business travelers
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株式会社ドウシシャ will sell tarts from its limited-time brand “Tokyo Takanawa Butterista” at Tokyo Station. The 12-piece box will be introduced ahead of other products to meet demand for gifts.
[First for Seven-Eleven in Shikoku!] Food drives to begin at 7 stores in Takamatsu on Friday, June 5, Environment Day
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Seven-Eleven Japan has signed an agreement with フードバンク香川 and will launch food drives at 7 stores in Takamatsu. The initiative aims to contribute to local welfare and reduce food waste.
[SMYTHSON] Pop-up at Isetan Shinjuku: advance sale of AW26 collection and exclusive bespoke events
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SMYTHSON, operated by Look Inc., will hold a pop-up event at the Isetan Shinjuku Men’s Building 1F from June 10 to June 23, 2026. The event will include an advance sale of the AW26 collection and, from June 17, a bespoke stationery event. Appointment-only ordering events with British specialists will also be held on June 19 and 21.
Keep your summer makeup looking fresh despite the sweat: Cosmetic-style handheld fan with vanity mirror and light to be offered at a limited-time price, 55% off plus 800 yen off, in Rakuten’s 24-hour sale starting June 6
So much cuteness to share! Find the “LOVE” packed inside! Suzy’s Zoo pop-up store opens at ルミネ新宿 2 from June 18!
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株式会社スタイリングライフ・ホールディングス プラザスタイル カンパニー will hold a pop-up store for the character “Suzy’s Zoo” at ルミネ新宿 2 from June 18 to July 1, 2026. The store will offer the 3rd collaboration with My Melody and limited-edition items. Japan’s first official online store will also open on June 9.
Mariko Yoshino, winner of the 73rd Sankei Children’s Book and Culture Award’s Nippon Broadcasting System Award for “Throwing a White Rainbow,” releases her latest novel, “The School Nurse’s Office Café,” from Tokuma Shoten!
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Tokuma Shoten will release “Café Infirmary,” the latest full-length novel by Mari Yoshino, winner of the 73rd Sankei Children’s Book Award’s Nippon Broadcasting System Prize, on June 12, 2026. Written specifically for publication, the book centers on an “infirmary” for adults. Comments from the author and bibliographic information have also been released.
The Kyoto Chutan Regional Promotion Bureau will hold a relocation seminar in Tokyo on July 11 to encourage people to move to the region. It will share the area’s attractions and stories from people who have already relocated.
On cutting corners with housework, the biggest gap between supporters and opponents was over whether “cutting corners is necessary”
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Shufu JOB Research Institute conducted a survey of homemakers and men who manage household duties about cutting corners on housework. About 77% agreed that it is necessary, and favorable impressions outnumbered unfavorable ones.
Electric carts as public transportation may reduce the risk of needing long-term care — estimated to lower long-term care benefit costs by about 1,500–2,000万円 over the next 6 years —
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Research by 千葉大学 and others suggests that using electric carts as public transportation may reduce the risk of older adults needing long-term care and curb future long-term care benefit costs.
Joint research paper by CCC, V Point Marketing and Matsuo Institute accepted for the 2026 Annual Conference of the Japanese Society for Artificial Intelligence
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A joint research paper by CCC, V Point Marketing and Matsuo Institute has been accepted for the 2026 Annual Conference of the Japanese Society for Artificial Intelligence. The research explores integrating multidomain behavioral logs and predicting behavior using LLMs, with the aim of bringing human-centered AI persona agents into society.
[Marugen Ramen] “Marugen Cold Noodles” and “Japanese-Style Meat Dipping Noodles” available for a limited time from Thursday, June 18! Advance sales begin today at 21 locations
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Marugen Ramen will launch 2 summer-only menu items nationwide on June 18. Advance sales will also begin at 21 locations.
[Shimachu] A new product joins a series that has sold more than 7万7千 units※: ceramide-infused “Disposable Moisturizing Facial Towels”
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Shimachu will launch ceramide-infused “Disposable Moisturizing Facial Towels” in late May 2026. The latest addition to a popular series with cumulative sales of 7.7万 units.
Joint research paper by CCC, V Point Marketing and Matsuo Institute accepted for the 2026 Annual Conference of the Japanese Society for Artificial Intelligence
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A joint research paper by CCC, V Point Marketing and Matsuo Institute has been accepted for the 2026 Annual Conference of the Japanese Society for Artificial Intelligence. The research uses LLMs to integrate multidomain behavioral logs and deepen understanding of consumers, and is scheduled to be presented in June 2026.
Watami Kamichiku will hold a participatory event at all Kamimura Farm locations to reduce food waste. By offering incentives to customers who finish their meals, the company aims to address challenges associated with all-you-can-eat dining.
A food-waste reduction campaign at Yakiniku no Watami, operated by Watami, will run for 2 weeks from June 8. Customers who finish their meals will be eligible to win premium prizes.
Yokohama’s inflation-relief measure, the “Yokohama Living Support Coupon”: applications for gift certificates by phone open June 1!
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Yokohama City will begin accepting applications by phone on June 1 for its “Yokohama Living Support Coupon,” introduced as an inflation-relief measure.
“Kamakura Goro,” known for its famous “Kamakura Hangetsu” sweets, launches “kamakura GORO Tsukiusa Label.” New moon-themed Japanese-style sweet, “An Butter Sandwich,” goes on sale
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A new brand produced by Kamakura Goro Honten will open at Tokyo Station on June 15, 2026, and launch its new “An Butter Sandwich.”
Yokohama “Mores BBQ Beer Garden” launches its “Asian Summer Festival” fair on 7/1 (Wednesday)! The buzzworthy mala tang gets an upgrade, with 2 soups and 11 toppings for a bowl all your own!
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“Mores BBQ Beer Garden” on the rooftop of Yokohama Mores will hold “MATSURI Festival ~Asian Summer Festival~” from July 1, 2026. Mala tang gets an upgrade with 2 soups and 11 toppings, and a weekday-only lunch buffet will also start in June.
Hoshinoya Tokyo and Hoshinoya Bali, operated by Hoshino Resorts, were selected together for the new “Condé Nast Traveler Triple Crown” collection by leading U.S. travel magazine Condé Nast Traveler, announced on June 2, 2026. The collection is awarded only to properties that have received all 3 of the magazine’s major awards over the past 30 years.
The ultimate “one-of-a-kind gift”: original T-shirts, still uncommon as a gift, are actually a “hidden gem” with satisfaction ratings of about 80%
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A joint survey by 株式会社NEXER and 有限会社クロスロード found that while just 4.6% of respondents had given an original T-shirt as a gift, about 8割 of those who had done so said the recipient was pleased. The findings suggest that original T-shirts may be a “hidden gem” gift with high satisfaction despite low awareness.
About 88% first encountered Japanese regional sweets and local specialties as “souvenirs from trips.” The key to enjoying them close to home is “online shopping and mail order”
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A joint survey by 株式会社NEXER and Nanbu Senbei no Iwateya found that about 88% of people who had eaten regional sweets and local specialties first tried them as “souvenirs from trips.” Wider access to online shopping and mail order is seen as key to making them an everyday treat.
[Pie no Mi’s major overhaul in its 48th year] Part 3: Developed the “Pie no Mi AI 4-Panel Manga Maker,” which uses generative AI to create a one-of-a-kind 4-panel manga for fandom activities! A 64-day limited-time project launches June 10 to celebrate Pie no Mi’s first anime adaptation!
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Lotte and ARU will jointly offer the experiential service “Pie no Mi AI 4-Panel Manga Maker,” powered by generative AI, for a limited 64 days. To mark the anime adaptation, it offers fans a new way to take part in the world of the series.
Kunihiko Mitamura heads to Yunotsu, Shimane Prefecture, to stir the travel-loving hearts of adults|Savor a celebrated hot spring visited by fans from across Japan, a retro Showa-era café, hearty fisherman's fare and more in this World Heritage port town!
Eight fortune-tellers read their own romantic fortunes in the reality dating show “God’s Matchmaking 1,” streaming in Japan for the first time, exclusively with unlimited viewing on U-NEXT from June 5!
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U-NEXT will begin streaming the Korean reality dating show “God’s Matchmaking 1” in Japan for the first time, exclusively with unlimited viewing, from June 5, 2026. The fresh-format show follows 8 fortune-tellers from the MZ generation as they read their own romantic fortunes, with unpredictable developments that blend divination and romance.
A joint survey by 株式会社NEXER and IROHA CRAFT found that the most common budget for a custom-built home was “¥20 million to less than ¥30 million,” at 32.5%. A total of 41.7% said the actual cost was “higher than expected,” highlighting the risk of exceeding the budget.
On the day of the funeral, about 45% said they were anxious about giving the chief mourner’s speech. About 52% said they found support that “guided them on what to do next” helpful.
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A joint survey by 株式会社NEXER and 塗り替えショップ found that “cracking” was the most concerning rainy-season symptom on detached-home exterior walls and roofs, at 40.9%. Even after noticing signs of deterioration, about 31% said they would “wait and see for a while,” revealing that people often put off taking action.
“niko and ...” to launch collaboration items nationwide from Thursday, June 4, with “LOVEBOAT,” a brand representing Heisei-era Shibuya culture!
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株式会社アダストリア’s “niko and ...” will launch collaboration items nationwide on June 4, 2026, with “LOVEBOAT,” a brand representing Shibuya gal culture. The collection includes 12 styles, such as T-shirts and tote bags, and each item comes with a special collaboration tag.
Stage production 『私立シバイベ女学園』私達のインフラ編 to be performed, depicting girls in a “special academic alert class” confronting infrastructure and growing!
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SFIDA ENTERTAINMENT will stage 『私立シバイベ女学園』私達のインフラ編 in June 2026. Its features include casting based on academic test results and a coming-of-age story centered on infrastructure.
Ebina City 55th Anniversary: 令和八年 Autumn Grand Sumo Tour, Ebina Tournament
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The “令和八年 秋巡業大相撲 海老名場所” will be held on October 7, 2026, at the Ebina Sports Park General Gymnasium in Ebina, Kanagawa Prefecture. Along with open practice and top-division bouts, the event will feature tour-only attractions such as a hair-tying demonstration and comic sumo. Advance ticket sales will be held on June 13 and 14, with general sales starting June 20.
サンワダイレクト, the direct-sales website operated by サンワサプライ, will launch “大決算祭” on June 4, 2026. The event will feature several promotions, including a limited-time clearance sale, lucky bags and social media campaigns, to encourage customers to make purchases.
Inspection reporting added to “Gorillada PRO(ゴリラーダ プロ),” a cloud service for inspection work with navigation features — enabling centralized digital management of inspection data and customizable inspection forms to suit equipment and tasks
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パナソニック オートモーティブシステムズ has added an inspection reporting feature to its cloud service “Gorillada PRO.” The service centralizes the process from on-site recordkeeping to cloud sharing and reporting, and offers inspection forms that users can customize freely.
Held by magazine 『キラピチ』! The 4 winners of the “13th キラピチ Model Audition” have finally been selected
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Gakken, part of the Gakken Group, announced the 4 winners of the exclusive model audition for the children’s magazine 『キラピチ』. The audition has also drawn attention as a potential gateway to a career in entertainment.
“aiRosetta(エイアイ・ロセッタ)” officially launched on June 2, 2026
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合同会社マルキャラ officially launched “aiRosetta,” a multilingual DTP automation plug-in exclusively for Adobe Illustrator, on June 2, 2026. It significantly reduces the manual work involved in translation.
[Report revamped in June 2026] Upgrade to “Digital Forensics Investigation and Report,” accepted as legal evidence
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株式会社リプラス upgraded its “Digital Forensics Investigation and Report Preparation Service” in June 2026. By preserving evidence valid in court and providing high-quality reports that clearly present events in chronological order, the service strengthens companies’ response to legal risks.
Comprehensive support for inherited vacant homes, from demolition to revenue generation, with “zero upfront costs.” DataHax launches its “DENNOU PARK Demolition Plan”
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DataHax株式会社 began offering its “DENNOU PARK Demolition Plan” on June 4, 2026. The company covers the demolition and parking-lot development costs upfront and provides comprehensive support through the operation and monetization of the lot.
[freee × bixid(ビサイド)] Hosting a seminar on “How to start providing management support that escapes price competition and dramatically boosts profit margins”
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YKプランニング and フリー will hold an online seminar on June 17 focused on management support for accounting firms. It will offer guidance on transforming revenue structures through successful examples of using bixid.
[TSUCHIYA KABAN] “JAPANMOTIF Nami,” the brand’s first washable bag, inspired by classic Japanese patterns
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土屋鞄製造所 will release its first washable bag, “JAPANMOTIF Nami,” on June 11, 2026. A wave pattern inspired by the classic Japanese design “青海波” is laser-etched onto Toray’s washable premium artificial leather, “ウルトラスエードTS.” The collection includes 2 styles: a tote bag and a sacoche.
講談社 will release a toothbrushing picture book featuring the ディズニー character Stitch on May 25, 2026. A campaign timed to Cavity Prevention Day will also promote parent-child communication and help establish regular toothbrushing habits.
“生カレー,” a popular product from Ishikawa soul-food favorite チャンピオンカレー, now on sale at ファミリーマート stores in Hokuriku
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株式会社チャンピオンカレー will begin selling its chilled “生カレー180g” at about 500 ファミリーマート stores in the Hokuriku region starting in June 2026. The product is packaged without high-temperature sterilization to preserve its freshly made flavor.
[Osaka event] 13th gathering of “しゅうサポ,” a community for businesses involved in end-of-life planning and identity-guarantee services
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あかり保証 will hold the 13th gathering of “しゅうサポ,” a community for businesses supporting people living alone, in Osaka on July 16, 2026. The event aims to address the isolation of older people by strengthening collaboration among specialists.
[June event information for Hakata Station] “Bluefin tuna butchering live” event at マイング on 6/5 (Fri.)
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A live butchering of bluefin tuna from Tsushima, Nagasaki, will be held at マイング博多. The regional event will include the immediate sale of tuna butchered by an expert.
A new way to enjoy the mountains without aiming for the summit. “TRAIL COOKING JAM,” an outdoor cooking event at secluded Bunanoshimizu in 鈴鹿, opens for registration!
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Outdoor events organizer OUTSIDE will hold “TRAIL COOKING JAM,” an experience event featuring one-burner cooking at Bunanoshimizu in 鈴鹿, on July 11.
【New Report】Real Estate Market Research Report Vol. 306: “Understanding the Office Market Through the ‘Most Desirable Cities to Work In’ Ranking: The Relationship Between Worker Preferences and Rent Levels”
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Mitsubishi UFJ Trust and Banking Corporation has published Real Estate Market Research Report Vol. 306. It analyzes the relationship between the “Most Desirable Cities to Work In” ranking and office rent levels, offering insights for investors and tenants.
【New Store in Toyama】“焼鳥 たてやま”—A Little Something Special for Everyday Life—Authentic Charcoal-Grilled Yakitori, Toyama Oden and Japanese Sake—Opens Near Toyama Station
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AP Holdings will open a new restaurant, “燒鳥 たてやま,” in front of Toyama Station, specializing in charcoal-grilled yakitori, Toyama oden and Japanese sake. It is scheduled to open on June 17, 2026.
【JAF Wakayama】JAF Day at sacred Mount Koya: “Make Your Own Sesame Tofu” event!
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The JAF Wakayama Branch will hold an event on July 11 at Mount Koya where participants can try making the traditional food goma tofu. The event is part of a hands-on program for JAF members.
“Monthly Pitch 7minutes in OSAKA,” a pitch event aimed at solving local challenges, to be held!
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一般社団法人関西イノベーションセンター, in collaboration with 大阪スマートシティパートナーズフォーラム, will hold “Monthly Pitch 7minutes in OSAKA,” a pitch event aimed at solving local challenges. Startups will give 7-minute pitches to foster collaboration with local government officials and employees of major companies.
“Cradle” introduced at 特定医療法人南山会 to support employee well-being
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株式会社Cradle has introduced its well-being support platform “Cradle” at 特定医療法人南山会. 南山会 aims to support employee well-being systematically and create a more comfortable workplace.
“音楽半島,” a new seaside music festival set on the Aji Peninsula, to be held July 20 (Marine Day)!
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A new music festival, “音楽半島,” will be held on July 20, 2026 (Marine Day), on the Aji Peninsula in Takamatsu, Kagawa Prefecture. Against a backdrop of local depopulation, more than 30 groups will take part in live music, flower-arranging performances, a market and other activities, with the aim of revitalizing the area.
New “Firebrand-Resistant Specification” developed for the Rimtect construction method
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株式会社コンステック has developed and begun offering a new “Firebrand-Resistant Specification” for its Rimtect construction method, a resin spray renovation method for slate and metal roofs. The new specification significantly improves fire resistance.
【Level 1 Electrical Work Construction Management Engineer】Past Exam Workbook for the 令和8年度 Examination: “Level 1 Electrical Work Construction Management, Second-Stage Examination Questions and Explanations, 2026 Edition” now on sale
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地域開発研究所 has released “Level 1 Electrical Work Construction Management, Second-Stage Examination Questions and Explanations, 2026 Edition.” The essential guide for examinees includes questions and explanations from the past 10 years and reflects the latest exam trends.
イプソス has released “イプソスAIモニター2026.” Around half of Japanese people feel that AI has changed their lives, and they expect its impact to grow in the future. The results showed that expectations outweighed concerns.
CHEFLINK to exhibit at the Second Okinawa Hotel and Ryokan Industry IT & Renovation Exhibition and Business Meeting
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株式会社シェアダイン will exhibit its chef platform “CHEFLINK” at the “第二回 Okinawa Hotel and Ryokan Industry IT & Renovation Exhibition and Business Meeting,” to be held in Okinawa on June 10, 2026. In response to a shortage of cooks as inbound demand recovers, the company will propose flexible use of job-ready talent.
“地球NASAランドセル®” order event to be held at the トキハ Main Store in Oita.
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CHIKYU株式会社 will hold a “地球NASAランドセル®” order event at the トキハ Main Store in Oita from June 18 to 30, 2026. Around 50 models, including the new COSMOS FILLES and WWF models, will be displayed and sold.
Belgian royal warrant-holding chocolate brand “ヴィタメール” to reopen its 玉川髙島屋 store after renovations on Monday, June 15
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The ヴィタメール 玉川髙島屋 store will reopen after renovations on June 15. Limited-edition gift boxes and traditional confections will be sold to mark the occasion.
【阪神梅田本店】An incredible 1万2千 umbrellas gathered in one place! “Hanshin Umbrella Festival” offers a chance to find your summer companion for extreme heat and sudden downpours
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阪神梅田本店 will hold “Hanshin Umbrella Festival 2026.” Bringing together 1万2千 umbrellas, the event will meet demand with products for extreme heat and heavy rain, as well as a gender-neutral sales area.
“Let’s Discover and Learn About Animals Day” to be held
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Kushiro City Zoo will hold “Let’s Discover and Learn About Animals Day” on June 14, 2026. Events will be held at the ふたみ青果 Ezo Brown Bear House and コープさっぽろ Polar Bear House, with places limited to the first 20 participants at each session.
【Japan’s Regional Ingredients Koshien—Shizuoka Event Report】Regional ingredients from across Japan gather at Sunpu Castle Park. First-ever champion: “でしこ,” grilled eel from the Lake Hamana brand
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“Japan’s Regional Ingredients Koshien—Shizuoka” was held at Sunpu Castle Park. In this participatory event showcasing the appeal of regional ingredients, “でしこ,” eel from Lake Hamana in Shizuoka, was named the first champion.
【Sponsored by アイリン株式会社!】“Apparel Model Contest for Petite Women” offers a chance to appear in a magazine! Top-ranking contestants will be featured in a magazine
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株式会社KIRINZ held a modeling contest for petite women. Sponsored by アイリン株式会社, the contest offered prizes including an opportunity to become an official model for the brand S357, aiming to invigorate the market.
Yokohama City Iwama Civic Plaza: “Summer Vacation Japanese Dance Workshop for Children” 【Now accepting applications】
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Yokohama City Iwama Civic Plaza has begun accepting applications for a summer vacation Japanese dance workshop for elementary school students. The 4-day course covers the basics of Japanese dance, how to wear a yukata and etiquette in a Japanese-style room, and concludes with a mini recital on the final day.
【More than 300 companies】Support for “堀江モンAI学校” students seeking to use subsidies
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TRIPORT announced that its track record of supporting subsidy applications for AI training programs has surpassed 300 companies through its partnership with 堀江モンAI学校. Demand has been driven by the strengths of its specialized labor and social security attorney corporation and the use of digital technology.
【Up to 66% off】Comfortable gear for enjoying the outdoors all in one place! EENOUR Rakuten Super Sale underway!
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Outdoor brand “EENOUR” is holding its “Rakuten Super Sale” at its official Rakuten Ichiba store from June 4 to June 11, 2026. The large-scale campaign offers discounts of up to 66% on all products, including portable refrigerators and golf rangefinders.
[Kyogoku, Hokkaido] A raffle drum becomes a tool for making the connected population visible
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In Kyogoku, Hokkaido, Yamachū, a manager of the Regional Revitalization Cooperation Team DAO, held an event using a raffle drum. A total of 154 people participated over 3 days, and about 110 new members joined the LINE OpenChat. The report details this successful case of making the connected population visible.
LAVOIR(ラヴア) expands its “Iris & Peony” line in response to requests from users in Japan
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WON&CO株式会社 has expanded LAVOIR’s “Iris & Peony” line for the 2026 spring-summer season. In addition to fabric softener, detergent capsules, and stain remover, the brand is introducing large-capacity fabric mist and perfume spray, offering a perfumed lifestyle that brings a subtle soapy scent to everyday life.
シエナ・ウインド・オーケストラ announces “Space Battleship Yamato Festival 《YAMATO & VILLAINS!!》”
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KOA CREATIVE will hold the “Space Battleship Yamato Festival” at Yokohama Minato Mirai Hall on October 3, 2026. The concert features wind music conducted by Akira Miyagawa, with advance ticket sales beginning June 6.
株式会社コムスクエア simultaneously obtains international ISMS (ISO/IEC 27001) and cloud security (ISO/IEC 27017) certifications
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株式会社コムスクエア has simultaneously obtained the international standards for ISMS (ISO/IEC 27001) and cloud security (ISO/IEC 27017). The certifications demonstrate, in accordance with international standards, the safety of its in-house-developed telephony and monitoring solutions.
Building a community in Rikuzentakata where people and humanoid robots “coexist”
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株式会社仁藝, based in Rikuzentakata, Iwate Prefecture, has launched KYO-SEI, a new venture focused on coexistence between humanoid robots and the local community. The company has begun a pilot program welcoming the human-shaped humanoid robot Booster K1 edu into the community and building relationships in which residents take an affectionate role in “raising” it. The initiative seeks to reimagine robots not as tools, but as companions in daily life.
Talent Palette, driving strategic HR through AI and data, secures the No. 1 sales share in the human resources management market
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Plus Alpha Consulting’s talent management system Talent Palette ranked No. 1 in sales share in both the overall human resources management market and the SaaS market, according to an ITR survey. Its share for fiscal 2025 was 24.9%. Its AI agent features and security backed by ISMAP-LIU certification have been highly rated.
Announcement of special sponsorship for “FM802 ROCK KIDS 802-OCHIKEN Goes ON!!-SPECIAL LIVE HIGH!HIGH!HIGH!”
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株式会社栗本鐵工所 will be a special sponsor of FM802’s “HIGH!HIGH!HIGH!” live event, to be held on August 9, 2025. The sponsorship aims to create opportunities to connect with younger audiences and marks the company’s 3rd time sponsoring the event.
株式会社オリノス’s content sales platform Tips adds MCP support
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The content sales platform Tips now supports MCP (Model Context Protocol). Integration with AI agents will streamline processes from article creation to sales management.
Rui Hachimura to bring the city together for “BLACK SAMURAI Toyama Homecoming” this summer; special advance use of YKK AP ARENA, a state-of-the-art arena opening in October 2026
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Professional basketball player Rui Hachimura will hold his first official homecoming event in Toyama Prefecture, “BLACK SAMURAI Toyama Homecoming,” on August 22, 2026. The event will make special advance use of YKK AP ARENA, a state-of-the-art arena scheduled to open in October 2026, as part of a community co-creation project involving the entire city.
Companies mentioned:YKK AP 株式会社、AXS Japan 合同会社、北日本放送株式会社、富山グラウジーズ
14-month-aged prosciutto “Prosciutto Castello,” made using traditional Italian craftsmanship, launches
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株式会社協同インターナショナル is launching the high-quality Austrian prosciutto “Prosciutto Castello” in Japan. The product combines traditional Italian production methods with local conditions.
[FAKE★STAR] 1st album “Midnight Latte Sessions” set for release on June 17! CD and digital release at the same time!
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The 3-piece band FAKE★STAR has announced that its 1st album, “Midnight Latte Sessions,” will be released simultaneously on CD and digitally on June 17, 2026. The album features 6 tracks themed around comfort and relaxation.
[Kufu Ietate survey] New detached homes in Yamanashi Prefecture are moving away from city centers; survey identifies overlooked residential areas chosen for land prices, convenience, and natural surroundings
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Based on research conducted through its Kufu Ietate Counters in Yamanashi Prefecture, Kufu Sumai Co., Ltd. has announced “overlooked residential areas” outside central Kofu, where land prices are soaring. Areas such as Higashihanawa in Chuo City and Ogasawara in Minami-Alps City, which offer convenience and natural surroundings while keeping land costs down, are drawing interest from prospective homebuyers focused on value for money.
Now available on 楽天市場! Full lineup of AdPower products for vehicles, speakers, musical instruments, and car audio
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AdPower Solutions Inc. has begun listing all products in its AdPower series for vehicles and AdPower Sonic series for audio equipment, musical instruments, and car audio on 楽天市場. Expanding its presence on e-commerce marketplaces will give customers more opportunities to make purchases.
Minichestra, a professional small-ensemble orchestra performing around the world, to hold a concert at Midland Square in Nagoya! — Saturday, June 13, 2026
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The professional small-ensemble orchestra Minichestra will hold a free concert at Midland Square in Nagoya on June 13, 2026. The group’s first performance in the Chubu region will feature a wide range of music, from classical to anime soundtracks.
Candy outsells craft supplies by unit volume at a craft store; “Omacha Horori,” trending on social media, sells out at MY mama
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“Omacha Horori,” a candy sold by the online craft shop Handmade Workshop MYmama, has been trending on social media. From May 23 to June 2, 2026, it sold a cumulative total of 4,425 pieces over 11 days, surpassing craft supplies in unit sales.
RE100 Power signs agreement with 株式会社ウィル to provide aggregation services for grid-scale batteries
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RE100 Power has been contracted to handle aggregation services for ウィル’s grid-scale batteries. Optimizing battery operations at 3 sites will promote renewable energy use and grid stability.
Clinical Organization Science (COS) and Nonaka’s SECI model: How does tacit knowledge connect to organizational transformation?
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株式会社DroR published a paper in Frontiers in Psychology discussing the theoretical framework of Clinical Organizational Science (COS). It presents a new approach to designing organizational interaction structures and complementing the SECI model.
Creating a place where people experiencing hair loss and changes in appearance can learn together with companies
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NPO ASPJ, Shiseido, ViewBE and others co-hosted a DEI promotion event for people experiencing changes in appearance. The event promoted social understanding through hands-on programs, and the organizers have begun offering the programs as a corporate training package.
New insights into the 3D structure of gliomas revealed by spatial genome analysis—CyberomiX co-hosts academic seminar
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CyberomiX Inc. will co-host a morning seminar on new insights into the 3D structure of gliomas through spatial genome analysis at the 44th Annual Meeting of the Japan Society of Brain Tumor Pathology and ASNO2026, to be held June 11–12, 2026.
Summer company gatherings can help prevent employees from leaving after assignment. Launch of “Festival Catering,” bringing a festive atmosphere to offices and meeting rooms
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2ndTable株式会社 has launched “Festival Catering,” which recreates a food-stall setting in offices. The service supports stronger internal communication and helps prevent employee departures by offering social gatherings without travel or weather risks.
Veeva announces AI agent platform and standard agent “Falcon” to enable autonomous AI agents to carry out work in drug development
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Veeva Systems has announced “Veeva Falcon,” an autonomous AI agent platform for drug development processes. Early access for customers is scheduled to begin in November 2026.
With company-wide AI adoption below 10% in the construction industry, LIFEFUND unveils an internal AI promotion model with 28 of 55 full-time employees participating
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LIFEFUND is promoting company-wide AI adoption through an internal AI promotion organization. Its bottom-up adoption model aims to address challenges in the construction industry.