Food and daily necessities vending machine arrives at Fukuhara Station on the JR Mito Line in Kasama, Ibaraki Prefecture! Helping shoppers at an unmanned station, from food to garbage bags
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自動販売機JP, operated by 株式会社パルサー, has installed an “F-30AVM” vending machine for food and daily necessities inside Fukuhara Station on the JR Mito Line in Kasama, Ibaraki Prefecture. The installation aims to improve convenience for residents around the unmanned station.
Tachikawa of esports team “Crazy Raccoon” to compete in international tournament “BLINK RESPAWN 2026” in the Dominican Republic
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株式会社ブランドクラウド announced that Tachikawa, a member of professional gaming team “Crazy Raccoon,” whose competitive activities the company supports, will compete in the “Street Fighter 6” division of the international esports tournament “BLINK RESPAWN 2026,” to be held in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, from June 5 to 7, 2026. The division, scheduled for June 5, is designated a “Capcom Pro Tour Offline Premier Event,” and Tachikawa will face top competitors including MenaRD and Tokido for a place at the world championship.
Asian favorites including mala tang, samgyeopsal and lu rou fan come to a Kobe hotel: all-you-can-eat buffet at Kobe Port Tower Hotel for 2 months from ¥2,800*
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Kobe Port Tower Hotel will hold a limited-time buffet fair, “Asian Fair: Aromatic Spices to Tempt Your Appetite,” from June 1 to July 31, 2026. The fair will feature rotating monthly dishes such as mala tang and lu rou fan, with weekday lunch available from ¥2,800, including tax.
データセクション partners with ASRock Rack to accelerate construction of AI data centers in Thailand; deploys 587 servers equipped with NVIDIA B200 (4,696 GPUs)
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データセクション is procuring 587 servers equipped with NVIDIA B200 from ASRock Rack. The servers will be deployed at an AI data center in Thailand and provided as dedicated computing infrastructure for a U.S. company.
株式会社インフィニットループ released DLC featuring synthetic voice character Kasukabe Tsumugi for the desktop mascot platform “Desktop Mate” on Steam on June 4, 2026, priced at ¥2,200 including tax.
Video depicting “a conversation” reflecting on childhood wins the Grand Prize at the 65th Fukuoka Advertising Association Awards
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“My Time,” an awareness video about young carers in Fukuoka Prefecture that 株式会社西日本新聞メディアラボ helped produce, won the top award, the Grand Prize, in the Film Advertising—Long-Form category at the 65th Fukuoka Advertising Association Awards. The work portrays the struggles of young carers through the motifs of “time” and “puzzles,” and is designed to prompt viewers to reflect for themselves.
“Recruit Mill” (MIL株式会社) and “採用一括かんりくん” (HRクラウド株式会社) to exhibit together at HR expo “HR EXPO,” June 17 (Wednesday)–19 (Friday)
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MIL株式会社 and HRクラウド株式会社 will exhibit together at the 25th “HR EXPO,” taking place at Tokyo Big Sight from June 17 to 19, 2026. Under the theme of “recruitment efficiency,” they will introduce “Recruit Mill” and “採用一括かんりくん.”
[Crowdfunding campaign] 15 years since the disaster: sharing lessons and the present to build a future without nuclear power for children <June 5 (Friday)–August 5 (Wednesday)>
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認定NPO法人FoE Japan will run a crowdfunding campaign from June 5 to August 5, 2026, marking 15 years since the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear accident and aiming to pass on its lessons and raise awareness about phasing out nuclear power. With a target of ¥4 million, the campaign will support 4 initiatives: continuing the Pokapoka Project, educational trips, turning a data book into a video, and producing Q&A videos.
Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo – The Making of Harry Potter: New products to celebrate Harry’s July 31 birthday; “Harry Potter Birthday Collection” launches Monday, June 8
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Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo will launch the “Harry Potter Birthday Collection,” a new line of products celebrating Harry Potter’s birthday, on June 8. The Studio Tour Tokyo is also selling an exclusive cake and holding a special event.
“三-star chef” behind the legendary “world’s hardest restaurant to book” creates the ultimate beer: Inedit meets Seijo Ishii’s popular deli for a perfect pairing
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株式会社都光 will feature pairings of Spanish brewery Damm’s premium beer “Inedit” and Seijo Ishii house-made deli dishes at the “dancyu × Seijo Ishii Deli Fair 2026” (June 5–30). The event will offer combinations of the inventive beer devised by Ferran Adrià with authentic spiced dishes and creative deli items.
Choose your preferred options to see a preview of the finished arrangement on screen: Hanataku’s new “Semi-Order” service launches
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Hanakyupitto Co., Ltd. launched its new “Semi-Order” service on its official online store on June 4, 2026. Customers can select preferences such as budget, main color and mood, and an illustrative preview appears on screen in real time. Drawing on a nationwide network of approximately 4,000 flower shops, the company creates and delivers fresh bouquets and arrangements selected by professionals.
[2026 Latest] 15 Success Stories of Businesses Solving Challenges by Utilizing Contract Professionals!
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Carry Me, a contract professional matching service operated by Piece to Peace Inc., has released its 2026 edition of “Professional Talent Utilization Case Studies (15 Examples)” for free. The document introduces the benefits of using contract professionals through success stories from 15 companies.
Pioneer of kawaii culture Ado Mizumori and Cosme de Beaute collaborate for the first time. A retro-kawaii nail collection from Gel Me One, Gel Me Petaly and Genish Manicure goes on sale June 22 (Monday).
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株式会社コスメ・デ・ボーテ will release a limited-edition nail collection on June 22, 2026, in its first collaboration with popular artist Ado Mizumori. Retro-kawaii designs will be available from 3 brands: Gel Me One, Gel Me Petaly and Genish Manicure.
[Bambitious Nara] Announces 2026-27 Season Contract with Idemudia Osasele as Player and Interpreter
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Bambitious Nara announced that it has reached an agreement with Idemudia Osasele for the 2026-27 season. The player and interpreter is returning under a renewed contract and will enter his 5th season at a new stage, B.ONE.
“Chiri Ota Bu” (High School Geography Support Club), run by a practicing high school geography teacher, launches a newsletter on the professional writing platform theLetter
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Chiri Ota Bu, run by a practicing high school geography teacher, has launched a newsletter on theLetter, a writing platform operated by OutNow Inc.
Details Revealed for the “Honzuki no Gekokujou: Ryoushu no Youjo Exhibition” at Namba Marui in Osaka! <June 19 (Fri.)–June 28 (Sun.)>
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TO Books has announced the details for the 'Honzuki no Gekokujou: Ryoushu no Youjo Ten' exhibition at Namba Marui in Osaka, running from June 19 to June 28, 2026. The event features newly recorded voices, photo spots, and exclusive character merchandise. Admission is 1,500 yen for adults and 800 yen for children. Various purchase and credit card membership benefits, including a lottery and character goods, are available for visitors.
Plus Wins Special Award at the ORGATEC TOKYO Awards
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Plus Corporation won the Special Award at the ORGATEC TOKYO Awards at ORGATEC TOKYO 2026. The company was recognized for a booth design focused on balancing “connection” and “separation.”
The long-awaited “Yuya Tegoshi LIVE TOUR 2026 SUPER STAR” kicks off! A third album is also announced on stage!
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Yuya Tegoshi announced on the opening day of his nationwide tour that his third album will be released on August 26. The announcement signals an expansion of his musical activities following the release of his new song “SUPER STAR.”
Miffy’s anniversary celebration reaches its grand finale! “Miffy 70th Anniversary Finale” is underway at marcs STORE!
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Marks International Inc. is running a campaign on its e-commerce site, marcs STORE, to celebrate the finale of Miffy’s 70th anniversary. The campaign offers 4 benefits, including additional sales of limited-edition sets, bundle-purchase coupons, an original clear file giveaway and an SNS posting campaign.
[ATOMica × Osaka Gas] Inquiry-Based Learning Support Program “Socialium” to Be Held at Meisei High School, Osaka Meisei Gakuen
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Socialium, an inquiry-based learning support program co-developed by ATOMica Inc. and the Daigas Group (Osaka Gas), has been introduced for 1st-year high school students at Meisei High School, Osaka Meisei Gakuen (5 classes, 195 students). On May 25, 2026, the 4th and 5th lessons focused on the radiative cooling material SPACECOOL and included a lecture by Mr. Matsui of Daigas Group’s Kansai Business Information and a simple experiment. Students will next conduct temperature measurement experiments on campus to test their hypotheses, then present new ideas for using SPACECOOL at a presentation event held at an external venue.
NRI Secure Adds Company and Transaction Information Registry Management to Secure SketCH to Strengthen Supply Chain Controls
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NRI Secure Technologies, Inc. will launch a registry management feature for its security assessment and management SaaS platform Secure SketCH in mid-July. The feature will centrally manage company and transaction information across the supply chain on the web. It will enable information about contractors previously managed in Excel and other tools to be managed alongside security assessment results on Secure SketCH, supporting stronger supply chain controls in line with requirements such as the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry’s SCS assessment system and Financial Services Agency guidelines. The feature will be available on the GROUPS and 3rd PARTY plans.
New Liquor Store to Open in Kawagoe, Saitama: Liquor Mountain Kawagoe Shinjuku Store Opens at 10 a.m. on Thursday, June 18, 2026
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Liquor Mountain Co., Ltd. will open the Liquor Mountain Kawagoe Shinjuku Store in Kawagoe, Saitama, on June 18, 2026. A grand-opening sale will run for 11 days.
[Asakuma Steak] Recruiting 50 Members for Its First Official Ambassador Program, the 1st Asakuma Ambassador (Asakuma Support Ambassador), to Mark the Company’s 77th Anniversary
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株式会社あさくま has launched its first official ambassador program to mark its 77th anniversary. The company is recruiting 50 fans to strengthen the brand through co-creation.
Special Weekday Deal: Evening Tickets Available for 6 Days Only in June, with Extended Hours!
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Art Aquarium Museum GINZA, inside Ginza Mitsukoshi, is selling discounted evening tickets for 6 weekdays in June only. Tickets are available at a web-exclusive price of 2,200 yen and allow entry from 17:30. The first 1,000 visitors will receive a bamboo fan. The early summer exhibition is also running through 6/21.
Announcement: 2nd Set of LINE Stickers for the Anime “Pie no Mi: Welcome to Oshinomori!” Now Available
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Creative Plus has released the 2nd set of LINE stickers for the anime “Pie no Mi: Welcome to Oshinomori!” The anime is the first fan-support project to feature Lotte’s Pie no Mi.
[Zojirushi Shokudo Osaka Main Store and Umeda Store] Summer Menu Featuring Spices and Condiments to Help You Beat the Heat and Feel Your Best, Available from Friday, June 5
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Zojirushi Shokudo will begin serving a summer menu featuring spices at 2 locations in Osaka from June 5. The restaurants will offer a dining experience showcasing the capabilities of the company’s rice cookers and combination microwave ovens.
TV Anime “The Summer Hikaru Died” × Juju Cursed Object Cafe Collaboration Café Announced! New Original Illustrations and Collaboration Menu Items Based on the Theme of “Ghost-Hunting”
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Anique will hold a “The Summer Hikaru Died” collaboration cafe at Juju, the Cursed Object Cafe, starting June 26. The cafe will offer limited-edition merchandise and menu items themed around summoning courage.
Mieruka GEO and Mieruka SEO add GPT-5.5 Instant support to “LLM Research”
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Faber Company has added support for GPT-5.5 Instant to the LLM research feature of its GEO/SEO platform. Renamed “LLM Research,” the feature will strengthen tracking of brand exposure across generative AI.
[Tokyo Great Bears] Notice of contract renewal with player Riku Ito
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The Tokyo Great Bears announced that middle blocker Riku Ito will remain with the team for the 2026-27 season. He will change his jersey number to “2.”
[DLE Online Lottery × WAKASA SEIKATSU] Full support for cheering on your favorite! “Buru Buru-kun” cheering merchandise lottery goes on sale June 4
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DLE Inc. will launch the “Buru Buru-kun” cheering merchandise lottery, a collaboration with WAKASA SEIKATSU’s character Buru Buru-kun, on June 4, 2026.
[June 29 is World Camping Day] Head camping this summer! MONDO TV will feature programs that put you in the camping mood!
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Discovery Japan LLC announced that it will mark World Camping Day on June 29 with a CS premiere of “Hiroshi’s Solo Camp Season 6” on its entertainment channel MONDO TV, airing from 23:00 on June 22, as well as special broadcasts of the previous Season 5 and an Okinawa special.
Fukuoka City and Bywill sign agreement on use of J-Credits in Fukuoka City
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Fukuoka City and Bywill have signed an agreement on the use of J-Credits in Fukuoka City to promote regional decarbonization. The parties will work together on everything from credit creation to distribution.
News: “EGG Console Märchen Veil II PC-9801” released for Nintendo Switch on June 4, 2026.
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D4 Enterprise Inc. began distributing “Märchen Veil II PC-9801,” an action RPG released by System Sacom in 1986, on June 4, 2026. It is the 102nd title in the retro game service EGG Console for Nintendo Switch. The game costs 980 yen, including tax.
CHARGESPOT gets a long-awaited upgrade! New fast-charging batteries roll out in Japan at unchanged prices
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INFORICH Inc., operator of the CHARGESPOT mobile battery-sharing service, will begin rolling out a new mobile battery in Japan from June 2026. It supports fast charging of up to 22.5W and has a large 8,000mAh capacity. Despite a substantial upgrade in specifications, the price will remain the same as for the current standard battery. The new battery has been rolling out globally since January 2026, starting in China, and a model with 3 integrated cables is also planned for Japan.
Iid to begin selling the first set of scene stills from the TV anime “The Strongest Job Is Apparently Not a Hero or Sage, but an Appraiser (Provisional),” as new content for Entertainment Print, on Thursday, June 4, 2026
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Iid Inc. will begin selling the first set of photo cards from the TV anime “Appraiser (Provisional)” through Entertainment Print on June 4. The set features 81 designs, priced at 200 yen for L-size prints and 300 yen for 2L-size prints. They can be purchased and printed at convenience-store multifunction copiers. Sales run through September 30. A second set is also planned.
Esports team REJECT renews partnership agreement with Yogibo
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Esports team REJECT has renewed its partnership with comfort sofa brand Yogibo for fiscal 2026. The partnership will continue to support long periods of concentration and rest by providing Yogibo beanbag sofas and neck pillows for players’ and streamers’ training environments, away trips and daily activities.
[Free report now available] Consumers compare not only properties, but also real estate companies: How real estate brokerage firms earn customers’ business
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Canly Inc. has published a free research report for real estate sales and brokerage firms on how customers compare real estate companies and the importance of using Google Maps.
[Niigata, the city of manga and anime] Entries now open for the 29th Niigata Manga Grand Prix!
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The City of Niigata has opened submissions for the 29th Niigata Manga Grand Prix. A new comics adaptation category has been added, and entries will be accepted from June 1 to September 24, Reiwa 8. The contest aims to showcase the rich possibilities of manga from Niigata, with a grand prize of 300,000 yen.
Event information: Even in hell, it all comes down to the shirt!? Graveyard Gallery’s Special Character T-Shirt Festival in Osaka runs at 京阪百貨店 Moriguchi Store from Thursday, June 18!
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Graveyard Gallery, operated by 株式会社CRAZY BUMP, will hold the Special Character T-Shirt Festival in Osaka at 京阪百貨店 Moriguchi Store from June 18 to July 1, 2026. The pop-up event will sell original T-shirts themed around subculture, including Transformers and the works of Junji Ito.
A familiar face on popular TV programs! Yuriko Nishi discusses “What to Wear in Business Settings: A Drama Stylist’s Approach”
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The Mainichi Shimbun Business Leaders’ University, hosted by The Mainichi Newspapers Co., will hold a lecture on June 12 at Hotel Green Tower Makuhari featuring stylist Yuriko Nishi. Titled “What to Wear in Business Settings: A Drama Stylist’s Approach,” the lecture is open to the public, with registration available on a first-come, first-served basis for 30 people.
A limited-edition Seiko Prospex model marks PADI’s 60th anniversary, celebrating 10 years of shared commitment to exploring and protecting the ocean
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Seiko Watch will release a limited-edition model on July 10 to mark PADI’s 60th anniversary and the 10th anniversary of their partnership. The watch is a signature product of both organizations, which champion ocean conservation.
“The Girl Who Leapt Through Time” returns to theaters for its 20th anniversary! Yukata-clad original “if” illustration movie tickets go on sale, with a fan event also planned
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Filmarks will mark the 20th anniversary of Mamoru Hosoda’s “The Girl Who Leapt Through Time” with a nationwide revival screening, limited-edition movie tickets and a fan event.
Companies mentioned:Filmarks、CREATIVE MUSEUM TOKYO
First overseas showing! “San-X 90th Anniversary Exhibition in Taiwan” opens at Breeze Center (微風廣場)! Advance tickets go on sale Friday, June 5! A look at the must-see areas and highlights!
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The San-X 90th Anniversary Exhibition will be held in Taiwan for the first time. Featuring displays of characters from across the years and Taiwan-exclusive art and merchandise, it opens in Taipei on June 27.
OKI launches domestic EMC immunity testing service for automotive equipment supporting up to 7.125 GHz
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OKIエンジニアリング has launched a domestic EMC immunity testing service for automotive equipment supporting up to 7.125 GHz, helping shorten development periods.
[Sendai Umino-Mori Aquarium] A soft, gentle glow of fireflies connecting us to the future: Special exhibition “Firefly Grove” [June 12 (Friday)–July 12 (Sunday), 2026]
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Sendai Umino-Mori Aquarium will hold the special exhibition “Firefly Grove” from June 12 to July 12, 2026. In addition to displaying fireflies bred at the aquarium, the event will feature explanatory panels, behind-the-scenes tours and a one-night-only evening event.
『まのさば』Acacia’s new adventure game 『魔法少女ノ因習村』 surpasses 30,000 Steam wishlisters just 3 days after its wishlist went live
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Good Smile Company announced that the new game 『魔法少女ノ因習村』, developed by game brand “Acacia,” surpassed 30,000 Steam wishlisters within 3 days of going live. The game is a suspense novel game about magical girls and a village steeped in old customs, and is scheduled for release in 2026. The latest information will be shared on “Good Smile Fest 2026: New Game Showcase” from 22:00 on June 5.
The hugely popular TV anime 『Attack on Titan』 makes its first appearance at earth music&ecology Japan Label! Items inspired by the series’ world, including the Survey Corps’ cloak and the Wings of Freedom
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earth music&ecology Japan Label has teamed up with the TV anime 『Attack on Titan』 for the first time. Reservations for 15 styles, including hoodies and T-shirts, open June 5.
[3 brands] To celebrate the latest installment in the “Toy Story” series, marking 30 years since its release in Japan, special items inspired by the world of toys are coming from 3 brands
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Stripe International will release exclusive items under 3 of its brands in succession to celebrate the release of the Disney and Pixar film 『Toy Story 5』.
Synchronicity | The power to read emotions and karmic ties: Content by Yuma Sakura, a psychic in a line of 3 generations, launches on “Authentic Fortune-Telling | Minori”
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Rensa Inc. launched new content, “Synchronicity | Yuma Sakura,” supervised by fortune-teller Yuma Sakura, on “Authentic Fortune-Telling | Minori,” which it operates, on June 4, 2026.
Officially authorized by Mrs. GREEN APPLE! Sheet music for “Kaze to Machi,” the theme song for the first-half 2026 morning drama “Kaze, Kaoru,” goes on sale June 4!
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The official sheet music collection for Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s song “Kaze to Machi” is now on sale from NHK出版. The song has drawn attention as a drama theme, and a reprint has been announced following a flood of preorders.
3-time Grammy winner Olivia Rodrigo featured on Tower Records posters
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As the 11th installment of its “YO!GAKU TO THE FUTURE” campaign, Tower Records has appointed 3-time Grammy winner Olivia Rodrigo as ambassador. The campaign will run at all stores from June 12, featuring posters and giveaways of original merchandise.
For the first time, Elecom visualizes the decarbonization contribution of a semi-solid mobile battery as a “Decarbo Score”
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Elecom has introduced the first Decarbo Score for a semi-solid mobile battery. A recycled-plastic case makes it possible to visualize a 37% reduction in CO2e compared with conventional products, and the product will be rolled out nationwide as part of Loft’s “Decarbo Score SELECTION” green project.
Super-compact cars are here! A thorough guide to the latest popular 34 models! “Everything About Compact Cars 2026–2027” goes on sale!
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SAN-EI released the Motor Fan special issue 『Everything About Compact Cars 2026-2027』 on June 4, 2026, priced at 1,200 yen. It covers all 34 Japanese and imported compact car models in the A and B segments, with a lead feature on the Honda Super-ONE. This keepsake volume is Vol.177.
☆Celebrating 50 years☆ A POP-UP SHOP filled with cute, retro Showa-era merchandise opens for the first time in the Kanto region at 有隣堂 Yokohama Station West Exit Comic Kingdom on June 11 (Thursday), marking the 50th anniversary of 『Unico』!
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A POP-UP SHOP celebrating the 50th anniversary of 『Unico』 will be held at 有隣堂 Yokohama Station West Exit Comic Kingdom from June 11. It is the shop’s first appearance in the Kanto region, and will sell collaboration-exclusive merchandise and more.
[Additional announcement] Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi to receive an award at the “37th Japan Best Jewelry Wearer Awards”
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Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has been selected to receive a special award at the “37th Japan Best Jewelry Wearer Awards,” organized by RX Japan. Her contributions to promoting the industry and showcasing jewelry culture were recognized.
Original6月5日より米国にて劇場公開!デジタルハリウッド大学大学院 [DHGS]日本IPグローバルチャレンジ・プロジェクト発・アニメーション映画『Another World (世外)』
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The animated feature film 『Another World(世外)』, a project from デジタルハリウッド大学大学院, will open in U.S. theaters on June 5, 2026. The film has earned high acclaim through international co-production.
Companies mentioned:デジタルハリウッド大学大学院、POINT FIVE CREATIONS LIMITED、徳間書店
Thai BL drama 『Love Area The Series Part1』 to stream exclusively on U-NEXT from June 5!
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Original株式会社U-NEXTは、タイのBLドラマ『Love Area The Series Part1』(全7話)を2026年6月5日(金)12:00より動画配信サービス「U-NEXT」にて独占配信開始する。各話440円(税込)で、視聴期間は2日間。学費を稼ぐ苦学生カイトゥンと問題児バレンが織りなす恋愛ストーリー。
NC Japan announced that VTubers 小雀とと, 或世イヌ and 心白てと will livestream their playthrough of the “Prologue β Test” CBT for the upcoming action RPG 『Limit Zero Breakers』. It also opened additional applications for Steam CBT players in Japan only, from June 4 to June 8, 2026.
studio CLIP’s first collaboration with “Pokkoshi,” characters from a miniature world! Sales start June 11 (Thursday)
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studio CLIP will release 40 styles of its first collaboration items with “Pokkoshi,” a Kenelephant character designed by plush toy artist Munyu, from June 11, 2026, at the official web store “and ST” and stores in Japan. The lineup includes fluffy slippers and ceramic mugs, and a special website will launch on June 4.
That Expo experience is finally coming to Tokyo. “Future of Life +,” produced by Hiroshi Ishiguro, to open July 25, 2026
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株式会社パルコ and MoN Takanawa will present “Future of Life +,” an updated Tokyo edition of the Osaka-Kansai Expo exhibition. This interactive exhibition is supervised by Hiroshi Ishiguro, a researcher in androids.
【emmi (Emmi)】Grand opening of the Kyoto Daimaru store on Thursday, June 18! A wide selection of store-exclusive items, novelty gifts, and advance-release products
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Women’s brand emmi will open a new store at Daimaru Kyoto on June 18, 2026. It will attract customers with exclusive products, novelty giveaways, and campaigns.
【Persona Series 30th Anniversary × Felissimo】New special collaboration goods let you enjoy the world of the popular game in everyday life, available only during its 30th anniversary year! Don’t miss the adorable cat-themed goods featuring past protagonists
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Felissimo will begin taking web preorders on June 4 for special collaboration goods commemorating the 30th anniversary of the popular RPG Persona series. The made-to-order lineup includes 9 items, such as fashion accessories, jewelry, and cat-themed goods. The preorder deadline is July 13.
A seminar titled “Trends Among AI Platform Companies and Sovereign AI Strategies,” featuring Yuki Saito, an analyst on the Strategic Project Team in the Industry Research Department of Mizuho Bank, Ltd., will be held on Tuesday, July 7, 2026!!
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Shinsha System Research Institute, Inc. will hold a seminar on “Trends Among AI Platform Companies and Sovereign AI Strategies” on July 7, 2026, with Yuki Saito of Mizuho Bank as the speaker.
【Z世代トレンドラボ byGMO】A weak yen and rising prices are pushing Gen Z to “give up on overseas trips” this summer【GMO NIKKO】
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A GMO NIKKO survey found that 48.2% of Gen Z plan to travel in summer 2026. A shift from overseas to domestic travel is pronounced amid the weak yen and rising prices, and 62.2% said they use AI to plan trips.
Slim design, about 12 mm thick! A portable USB-C hub supporting 4K output and PD 100W is now available
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Sanwa Supply has released the 5-in-1 USB-C hub 400-HUBCP53BK through its direct-sales site, Sanwa Direct. It is about 12 mm thick and weighs about 47 g, with 4K/30Hz HDMI, PD 100W, and USB 5Gbps support, priced at 2,527 yen. It has an integrated cable about 30 cm long.
KujiQ TV anime “Senki Zessho Symphogear XV” — Relaxing Night — prize lineup revealed
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Quality Confidence, an アニメイト Group company, will begin selling the store-exclusive “Senki Zessho Symphogear XV” — Relaxing Night — lottery on August 28. It features newly illustrated visuals, and the full prize lineup has been revealed.
“The Anime ‘Teasing Master Takagi-san’ アニメイト Fair in 2026” has been announced!
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A fair for the anime “Teasing Master Takagi-san” will be held at アニメイト starting in August 2026. Newly illustrated “work experience” goods will be available for advance sale.
【Free digital edition】Read “Toothbrush Rocket,” the picture book making headlines for helping “children brush their teeth on their own”!
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株式会社Gakken has made the digital edition of the picture book “Toothbrush Rocket” available for free for a limited time. The initiative coincides with Dental and Oral Health Week.
【From the social media industry to the world of coffee】An author with an unconventional career offers a beginner’s guide to coffee! What led a social media marketing expert to take up specialty coffee?
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Social media marketing expert 坂本翔 has published a beginner’s guide to coffee, “How to Get Started with Coffee and Make Every Day a Little More Enjoyable,” through Gakken. The book proposes a culture of enjoying coffee as a personal indulgence.
A new online lottery featuring newly illustrated artwork themed around a pajama party is here, based on the TV anime “The Ice Wall”!
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KADOKAWA will start selling an online lottery for “The Ice Wall” on Kujibikido on June 11. Prizes featuring newly illustrated artwork are up for grabs.
An online lottery for “Blue Archive” is coming to Kujibikido!
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KADOKAWA will sell an online lottery for “Blue Archive” on Kujibikido starting June 11, 2026. Alongside prizes featuring newly illustrated artwork, it will run a range of anniversary campaigns.
【Kujibikido】Free “Blue Archive” fortune draws with no losing tickets, plus a big giveaway of discount coupons! The Kujibikido “2026 Summer Big Thank-You Campaign” is set to roll out starting Thursday, June 11!
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株式会社KADOKAWA will launch a major campaign related to “Blue Archive” on Kujibikido starting June 11. It aims to expand usage through initiatives such as free fortune draws and purchase coupons.
【Case Study】CoeFont provides free support to Kyoto’s traditional culture and industries through its AI interpretation service, CoeFont Interpreter
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CoeFont will support multilingual communication at Kyoto’s traditional culture sites through its AI interpretation service, beginning free access for people involved.
LGBTQ+ women’s magazine “Bien Map,” with 21,000 copies distributed to date, expands to cover all of Tokyo! New edition timed for Pride season
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LGBTQ+ women’s magazine “Bien Map” is expanding to cover all of Tokyo. The June edition increases its listings to 76 locations and includes role model interviews and a feature on mental health care.
Helping seniors overcome “digital loneliness”: Scrollcafe, an initiative by Scroll Co., Ltd., built by Customedia
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Customedia Co., Ltd. supported the development of “Scrollcafe,” an online community for seniors launched by Scroll Co., Ltd. The service is aimed at women aged 50 and over who may feel isolated amid digitalization. It offers a safe, members-only space to connect, features for sharing everyday posts, and a feedback loop that channels customer opinions into product planning and other areas.
Turning brand expressions that are “seen but not remembered” into impressions that get chosen: BDQ® usage guide released
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POROROCA has released a “BDQ® Usage Guide” to improve brand awareness. It organizes brand expressions according to the awareness process and 6 decision-making criteria, helping users make improvements without relying on intuition.
【SAMANSA】New short film lineup for the first week of June announced! 3 films are now available, from a slapstick romance about a man with an aversion to love to a family drama about confronting a younger brother’s hidden talent!
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The short film streaming service operated by SAMANSA Co., Ltd. began streaming 3 new films on June 5, 2026. The varied lineup includes British gothic horror, a romantic comedy, and a human drama based on a true story.
【For students from 4th grade of elementary school through 3rd year of junior high!】A camp-style program away from home to learn about what goes on behind the scenes of food. Applications are open for a “food study abroad” monitor tour, limited to 15 participants!
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株式会社コエルワ will hold a monitor tour for its overnight “Food Study Abroad” program for elementary and junior high school students in Iwamizawa City in July. Participants will experience food production through activities such as hunting and farming, encouraging independent learning.
An advisor with an average of 18 years of teaching experience discusses “A Fresh Start from Summer for Students Not Attending School or Who Have Dropped Out”: Kawai Juku COSMO open lecture “University Entrance Exams After School Absence or Withdrawal” to be held in person and online on June 20!
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Kawai Juku COSMO will hold the open lecture “University Entrance Exams After School Absence or Withdrawal” on June 20 in a hybrid format, both in person and online, for students aiming to enter university after not attending school or dropping out. Professionals with an average of 18 years of teaching experience will discuss how to make a fresh start from summer.
Announcing DENSO’s “AI-driven development/co-creation” case study
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Creationline Co., Ltd. has published a case study on introducing “AI-driven development” to build a “software management” system for the Business Platform Development Office in DENSO Corporation’s Digital Utilization Promotion Department. The project, commissioned in June 2024, was a large-scale, short-deadline undertaking used by 1,000 internal users and involving 300,000 lines of code. By adopting AI-driven development, the project achieved 4 times the development productivity of conventional methods, launched in production in a short period, and acquired expertise in areas such as monorepo operations.
【82.7% experience severe work-related stress】Leave and job loss due to mental health problems are becoming a social issue. “Independent Training IT Rework Sendai Office” to open in Sendai, the largest city in Tohoku, on June 1, 2026
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On June 1, 2026, Mental Health Lab Inc. opened the “Independent Training IT Rework Sendai Office” for people on leave or who have left their jobs. It provides support in one place, from rebuilding daily routines to returning to work and learning IT skills.
“DYM HumanReality,” which provides AI-powered recruitment solutions, to speak at OPEN8 PRIVATE SUMMIT 2026 on “The Risks of Not Incorporating AI into Recruitment and the ‘Duty to Explain’”
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DYM HumanReality spoke at “OPEN8 PRIVATE SUMMIT 2026,” explaining the “hybrid recruitment strategy” combining AI and people, and the importance of accountability in AI interviews.
Defense enters an era of “comprehensive strength”: How will the “AI strategist” change next-generation defense? AI Agent × AX Forum Jun ~ Defense ~ to be held 6/23
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AIデータ株式会社 will hold “AI Agent × AX Forum Jun ~ Defense ~” in a hybrid format on June 23, 2026, focusing on the use of AI and the promotion of AX in the defense sector. The forum will discuss next-generation defense operations models, with “AI strategist,” “defense data integration,” and “autonomous security” as key themes.
PEANUTS Cafe | 【Limited time】A “colorful” shaved ice series themed around Snoopy’s disguises arrives from 6/10 (Wed.)!
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From June 10 to September 30, 2026, PEANUTS Cafe will sell 4 limited-time colorful shaved ice varieties themed around Snoopy’s disguises. Made with pure ice from Shinshu and topped with condensed milk cream and milk pudding, the series will be available at 4 locations in Harajuku, Nagoya, Osaka, and Kobe.
【DORMIE】Sale linked to “Rakuten Super SALE” begins June 4 (Thu.) for the T80, a web-exclusive entry-level golf rangefinder
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Dormie Japan Co., Ltd. will hold a sale linked to Rakuten Super SALE for the golf laser rangefinder DORMIE T80 from June 4 (Thu.), 2026, at 20:00 to June 11 (Thu.) at 1:59. The T80 is a web-exclusive entry-level model featuring measurement in as little as 0.02 seconds, 三-point distance measurement, slope compensation, and pin lock. It will be offered at a special limited-quantity price at the official DORMIE store on Rakuten Ichiba. The company is based in Minato, Tokyo. Representative: 顧丁寧.
Summer cooling, cooling hats for heatstroke prevention and UV protection, 790 yen per hat, in stock; cooling-touch hats, UV-blocking fully shaded hats; 5% early-bird discount through June 30; corporate promotional goods, custom name sewing, wholesale sales, seeking new business partners
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義烏優豊株式会社 has begun wholesale sales and OEM services for summer cooling products in Japan. Its offerings include UV-protective cooling hats, with an early-bird discount available through June 30.
【TAC Tax Accountant】The exam is just around the corner! Make a final push with TAC’s “Last-Minute Option Courses”!
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TAC Corporation is accepting applications for its “Last-Minute Option Courses” for the tax accountant exam, which review answer-writing skills and key theories, and is providing and opening the courses. The 3 courses are “Key Theory Review Seminar,” “Final Check,” and “Final Assist Seminar,” each offered as classroom and web-based correspondence courses.