Latest version, “Mastercam2026,” to be showcased at the “2026 Okuma East Japan CS Center Machine Fair”
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Genetec will showcase “Mastercam2026” at the “2026 Okuma East Japan CS Center Machine Fair,” proposing high-efficiency machining through integration with Okuma machine tools.
Natsuko Inukai, former PR representative at JR Nagoya Takashimaya, to speak at PR seminar for small and micro businesses
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The Kasugai Chamber of Commerce and Industry will hold an “Introduction to Press Releases” seminar for small and micro businesses. Natsuko Inukai, formerly in public relations at JR Nagoya Takashimaya, will serve as the instructor.
Zoom seminar on “Fundamentals and Technology Trends in Optical Modulators: Challenges and Solutions for Higher Speeds and Efficiency” scheduled for July 15 (Wed.)
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AndTech Co., Ltd. will hold a Zoom seminar on July 15, 2026, titled “Fundamentals and Technology Trends in Optical Modulators: Challenges and Solutions for Higher Speeds and Efficiency,” with Professor Tetsuya Kawanishi of Waseda University as the instructor. The seminar will explain the operating principles of optical modulators, key devices supporting optical communications and optical measurement, as well as the latest research trends, technical challenges and applications. The participation fee is 49,500 yen (tax included), and electronic materials will be provided.
九州歯科大学 to hold the “1st Asian Symposium on Oral Medicine Research: Kitakyushu”
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九州歯科大学 will hold the “1st Asian Symposium on Oral Medicine Research” in June 2026, aiming to promote international collaborative research and develop young researchers.
Conference appearance: Dr. Shinji Nagao to speak at the 114th Japanese Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (JSAS) meeting
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Dr. Shinji Nagao, director of THE ROPPONGI CLINIC, spoke at Video Session 2 of the 114th Japanese Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (JSAS) meeting held on May 29, 2026. He presented approaches to rhinoplasty for challenging cases, including patients with coexisting deviated nasal septums, thick skin and revision cases. His talk introduced a 3-step surgical plan (LLC shaping → cartilage grafting → soft-tissue adjustment) and the PSA TRIM+SCORING+SUTURING TECHNIQUE.
International cooperation NGO AAR Japan [Association for Aid and Relief, Japan] launches summer fundraising campaign calling for support amid humanitarian crisis
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In response to the escalating humanitarian crisis in Lebanon, AAR Japan (Association for Aid and Relief, Japan) is providing food assistance in coordination with local organization ShareQ. It launched a “Summer Fundraising Campaign” in June to raise funds for these activities.
Benesse Style Care’s first child development support and nursery-school visit support center, “Twinkle Osaki-Hirokoji” (co-located with a nursery), to open in June 2026
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Benesse Style Care Co., Ltd. opened its first child development support and nursery-school visit support center, “Twinkle Osaki-Hirokoji,” alongside “Benesse Osaki-Hirokoji Nursery School” in June 2026.
June 2026 “Company Interviews” announced: developing DX talent and leaders, promoting diversity
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Nihon Jinzai News Co., Ltd., publisher of the HR trade magazine Nihon Jinzai News, has published “Company Interviews” on its Nihon Jinzai News ONLINE platform, covering HR initiatives at Morinaga & Co., FamilyMart and Mitsui Knowledge Industry. The 3 companies are investing in human capital by developing talent to drive DX, nurturing young transformational leaders and promoting gender diversity.
Curling team-following feature launched for the “Japan Curling Championships Yokohama 2026”
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スポーツナビ has launched a feature allowing users to follow select teams for the “Japan Curling Championships Yokohama 2026.” Users will receive notifications when followed teams’ matches begin and when results are available. Live updates on every throw will be provided for all matches, with free live streaming for select matches.
Inbound training to be held in conjunction with the 20th Asian Games 2026 / Aichi-Nagoya and the 5th Asian Para Games (2026 / Aichi-Nagoya)
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名古屋鉄道 and the organizing committee will conduct inbound training ahead of the 2026 Asian Games and other events, strengthening station staff’s customer service skills and readiness to welcome visitors.
Developed by House Foods team members with registered dietitian and dietitian qualifications! Packed with chicken breast, this ready-to-eat “Curry Research Group” <Protein Curry> delivers 30g of protein deliciously
Toba National College of Maritime Technology invites children from Toba Municipal Kamome Kindergarten aboard its training ship Toba Maru for an educational voyage
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As part of its community engagement and maritime education outreach, Toba National College of Maritime Technology invited 16 children from Kamome Kindergarten aboard its training ship Toba Maru for an educational voyage in Ise Bay. The children wore sailor uniforms and toured the bridge, engine room and other areas. 5th-year students in the Maritime Technology Department served as guides.
Head coach Hiroki Fujita selected as a coach for the Japan men’s national basketball team’s 2nd training camp of 2026
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Osaka Evessa head coach Hiroki Fujita has been selected as a coach for the Japan men’s national basketball team’s 2nd training camp of 2026, held ahead of Window 3 of the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers. The camp will take place at the Ajinomoto National Training Center from June 8 to 14, 2026.
[Sakae, Nagoya, Aichi: 1-minute walk from Sakae Station] A fully indoor BBQ venue! “Rain or scorching heat, the fun is always guaranteed. Enjoy comfortable BBQ with zero weather stress!” For a limited time, groups can receive a premium lobster as a gift!
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Wood Design Park Sakae announces a June-only lobster giveaway campaign, highlighting the appeal of indoor BBQ with zero weather stress.
Hokkaido residents’ 1-tree-per-person planting and tree-care campaign: social media posting promotion
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Hokkaido has launched a social media posting campaign to promote tree planting and care. Participants can enter to win premium prizes by posting about activities in Hokkaido with a hashtag.
“RecoMendou” official Instagram to hold a June-only summer bedding giveaway!
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「リコメン堂」, operated by 株式会社ジェネレーションパス, is holding an Instagram giveaway for ultra-cool bedding. The campaign spotlights new products designed to support comfortable sleep in summer.
Charming, slightly retro packaging and a delightful fragrance. The “Natsuiro Drop” series is the latest launch from cosmetics and accessories brand mifull!
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株式会社EPIS launched the “Natsuiro Drop” series from lifestyle brand “mifull” in late May 2026. The lineup features 5 seasonal items inspired by nostalgic memories.
Publish an AI chatbot in as little as 1 minute. PITALIy is changing AI adoption that makes people give up before they even try
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AIVy株式会社 has launched a process for its AI customer service concierge “PITALIy” that allows users to publish an AI avatar in as little as 1 minute. It removes psychological and practical barriers to getting started.
Electric-assist bicycles “BP02 LIMITED” and “BP01/EZ LIMITED” to launch in limited quantities to mark BEAMS’ 50th anniversary
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Panasonic Cycle Technology and BEAMS will launch a limited-edition electric-assist bicycle to mark BEAMS’ 50th anniversary. The commemorative model incorporates elements from previous collaboration models.
“Brown Dust 2” celebrates its 3rd anniversary! More than 1,300 gacha chances!
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The 3rd-anniversary campaign for “Brown Dust 2,” the RPG published by NEOWIZ Corporation, begins June 4, 2026. It will feature more than 1,300 gacha chances over 12 weeks, free distribution of the special skin “Darian, Herald of Enlightenment,” the summer event cassette “CRUISE PROTOCOL,” the seasonal event “Casino PARTY,” the new “Territory” content, and featured new costumes for the R Team mercenaries.
DigiKey receives 29 prestigious awards from supplier partners at the 2026 EDS Leadership Summit
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DigiKey received 29 awards from 29 supplier partners at the 2026 EDS Leadership Summit, recognizing excellence in distribution, growth and performance.
Companies mentioned:3M、Abracon、Advanced Thermal Solutions, Inc. (ATS)、American Bright、Amphenol、ams OSRAM、Bourns、Bud Industries、CIT Relay and Switch、ECS Inc. International、EDAC、American Zettler、Hammond Manufacturing、Infinite Electronics、Kingbright、Micro Commercial Components (MCC)、Molex、NMB、ODU、Omron EMC、Phoenix Mecano、RECOM Power、Sensirion、TDK、Vishay
From Umekita, Osaka, to the world: CRAFT BEER BASE wins silver at global beer competition — bringing locally rooted beer culture to the world
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Osaka's CRAFT BEER BASE won silver in the German-Style Pilsner category at the World Beer Cup 2026. A commemorative limited-edition beer will go on sale starting June 5, 2026.
Companies mentioned:株式会社CRAFT BEER BASE、BET Corporation、Brewers Association
Ajira selected for GENIAC, a national project run by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and NEDO
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Ajira has been selected for METI and NEDO's GENIAC program. It will advance development of a VLM foundation model specializing in security to help address challenges facing the security industry.
[Featuring Kensuke Okoshi] Nishinippon Shimbun's Gakumika and Journalist Cafe team up in Fukuoka! Event exploring the future of multicultural coexistence to be held on 7/12 (Sun.)
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Nishinippon Shimbun will host an interactive event in Fukuoka on July 12, featuring Kensuke Okoshi and focusing on multicultural coexistence. University students and people with foreign roots will discuss the future across generations.
[Continuous consultations until 22:30 × preventive care] Bun Bun Animal Hospital Chikusa opens in Nagoya's Chikusa Ward on June 15! Open-house event runs from June 11
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bloombloom Co., Ltd. will open Bun Bun Animal Hospital Chikusa in Chikusa Ward, Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, on June 15, 2026. An open-house event will be held at the clinic from June 11 to 14, ahead of the opening. The clinic will offer continuous consultations from 9:00 to 22:30, with no midday closure as is common at veterinary hospitals, healthspan planning (preventive care), and a dual-attending system with 2 veterinarians serving as primary and secondary doctors. It also plans to transition to 24-hour care in the future.
biomy partners with 10x Genomics — advancing AI-powered Virtual Cell using the Xenium platform —
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biomy Co., Ltd. has partnered with 10x Genomics. Using data from the Xenium platform, it will develop an AI-powered Virtual Cell model and seek to advance personalized medicine.
biomy Co., Ltd. selected for the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and NEDO's Post-5G Information and Communications System Infrastructure Enhancement R&D Program / Development of Competitive Generative AI Foundation Models (GENIAC)
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biomy Co., Ltd. has been selected for the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and NEDO's Post-5G Information and Communications System Infrastructure Enhancement R&D Program / Development of Competitive Generative AI Foundation Models (GENIAC). In collaboration with the Cancer Institute Hospital of JFCR and the University of Tokyo, it will develop a multimodal spatial AI Virtual Cell foundation model that computationally reconstructs the tumor microenvironment. The project aims to shorten drug development timelines and dramatically improve the probability of clinical trial success.
No more switching between tools: Marketing AX connects marketing operations end to end
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AITRIGGER identified fragmented workflows caused by the proliferation of AI tools as a challenge, and implemented and published a case study on Marketing AX, which brings landing page analysis, keyword research, persona design, LPO, content operations, LINE campaigns and data integration together in 1 tool.
Demand forecasting cloud MPS EYES, which automatically generates inventory forecasts and order data, evolves from Ver3.0 to Ver3.5
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Ozax will begin offering Ver.3.5 of its demand forecasting cloud MPS EYES on June 4. The update expands usability and management functions, supporting greater operational efficiency at procurement sites and organization-wide inventory optimization.
[Free online seminar] Medical open data utilization seminar for those seeking to use and analyze big data at medical institutions, to be held on 2026/6/24 (Wed.) and 7/29 (Wed.)
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Frogwell Co., Ltd. will hold free online seminars on using medical open data for medical institutions on June 24, 2026, and July 29.
Morisawa athlete Tomoki Sato to compete in 3 events, 3 disciplines and 9 races at competitions in Switzerland, setting Asian and Japanese records
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Morisawa para-athlete Tomoki Sato set Asian and Japanese records during a training trip to Switzerland. His strong results in international competitions have raised expectations for his future performances.
PLAVE, the K-pop virtual idol group hugely popular across Asia and around the world, announces its first-ever world tour, “2026 PLAVE World Tour [KEEP IT MANIC]”!
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K-pop virtual idol group PLAVE has announced its first world tour, “2026 PLAVE World Tour [KEEP IT MANIC].” The tour will visit various parts of Asia starting in month 9.
Media exposure has led to a surge in bookings at GD Salon. Its structural beauty techniques, which have served 5.5万人 clients to date, have drawn attention after being featured in videos with Saeko and elsewhere.
New measurement unit introduced for Good Design Award-winning product
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Kyowa Electronic Instruments Co., Ltd. will launch the new CTRS-IEPE010A measurement unit for its Good Design Award-winning compact CTRS-100 Series recorder on June 1, 2026. Designed for automotive driving tests and construction machinery durability tests, it supports IEPE accelerometers, 4-channel input and 24-bit high-resolution AD conversion. Price: ¥318,000 before tax.
Nurse Senka publishes venue map and schedule for Nurse Fes 2026, one of Japan's largest events for nurses. Special guests Monaki and Kintaro. are also set to appear
Kiei Co., Ltd. signs agreement with Arita Town, Saga Prefecture, to establish operations
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Kiei Co., Ltd. has signed an agreement with Arita Town, Saga Prefecture, to establish operations and set up an AI talent development hub. The company will promote a locally circulating model for AI talent.
Goldwin, Toray and Idemitsu Kosan build low-carbon nylon supply chain using renewable raw materials
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Goldwin, Toray and Idemitsu Kosan have built a low-carbon nylon supply chain using renewable raw materials. The material will be used in The North Face products, which will go on sale starting in August.
“Wheelchair Rental Service by Babycal” launches at Tokyo Station! Available from June 5 at 2 luggage storage locations inside the ticket gates
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JR East Marketing & Communications, Inc. will launch the Wheelchair Rental Service by Babycal at 2 luggage storage locations inside the ticket gates at Tokyo Station starting June 5, 2026. The rental fee is 500 yen for the first 1 hour, and attendant-propelled wheelchairs made by Kawamura Cycle can be rented.
Sherpa & Company selected for GENIAC, a national project accelerating the deployment of generative AI in society
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Sherpa & Company has been selected for the 4th phase of GENIAC, the generative AI project run by METI and NEDO. It will develop models for analyzing complex financial documents and generating supporting evidence.
Chiba University of Commerce renewed its certification as a Fair Trade University
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The Japan Fair Trade Forum renewed Chiba University of Commerce’s certification as a Fair Trade University. It recognized the university’s student-led practical activities and integration of education and community partnerships.
[June 24, Free to Attend] Webinar on Expanding into Vietnam: Practical Guidance
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VACANCE VIETNAM and BIDV will jointly hold a webinar on expanding into Vietnam on June 24. It will explain practical considerations and risks from both financial and business-support perspectives.
The event “Tokyo Curry Culture in Akita,” bringing together popular curry restaurants from across Japan, will be held at Seibu Akita. It will showcase the appeal of spice culture through its first-ever night event and a stamp rally.
Otetsutabi and JR East’s “Otona no Kyujitsu Club” turn seniors’ “travel that contributes to local communities” into a video — Proposing a new form of travel in the 100-year life era that helps address labor shortages in regional areas through “travel × helping out”
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Otetsutabi is collaborating with JR East’s “Otona no Kyujitsu Club” to produce a video featuring seniors traveling by train to regional areas and helping out. It will premiere at DEMODAY on June 4, 2026.
“ONE PIECE PREMIER SUMMER 2026”: Attraction details and visuals revealed. Experience an exhilarating summer meeting Luffy and his friends as they fight with all their might for their companions and freedom!
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ユニバーサル・スタジオ・ジャパン has announced details of its summer event “ONE PIECE PREMIER SUMMER 2026.” The event will feature spectacular shows and rides with many popular characters, and will run for a limited time starting July 30.
Elith Inc. selected for the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and NEDO’s “GENIAC” program
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Elith Inc.’s development proposal for “FinGuard,” a financial-services-specific AI guardrail model, was selected in the 4th round of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and NEDO’s GENIAC open call. FinGuard is a general-purpose safety layer that monitors LLM inputs and outputs in real time to detect and block PII leaks, compliance violations, hallucinations and prompt injections. FinGuard-Bench is also slated to be developed and released.
Food delivery app “Rocket Now” surpasses 6 million cumulative downloads
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Food delivery app “Rocket Now” has surpassed 6 million cumulative downloads. It is operated by CP One Japan LLC, the Japanese subsidiary of Coupang, Inc. The milestone was reached 17 months after the service launched on January 14, 2025. More than 10,000 restaurants offer meals at the same prices as in-store, with no delivery or service fees and no subscription required. The app recorded the most downloads worldwide among restaurant-ordering and food-delivery apps launched globally in 2025 at the Sensor Tower APAC Awards 2025, won an Excellence Award in the shopping category at the Best App Award 2025, and ranked No. 1 for 10 consecutive months in the integrated iOS/Android food-delivery app category, from July 2025 to April 2026.
Secure SAMBA, a domestically developed online storage service for businesses, launches “Automatic Detection and Protection” to help limit ransomware damage
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株式会社kubellストレージ has launched “Automatic Detection and Protection” for its Secure SAMBA online storage service for businesses. The feature detects abnormal file operations caused by ransomware attacks in real time and prevents the damage from spreading. When it detects large-scale file renaming or overwriting, it notifies administrators and automatically temporarily locks the affected account. Administrators can also customize whether to turn the feature on or off and whether to apply the lock, so routine work such as data migration is not disrupted. The feature is included at no extra cost in the Business Plan, Enterprise Plan and special plan for Chatwork users.
Sho +1 to host Naoki Kimura’s solo exhibition “凪零 Lullscapes - Before It Begins ∶ Zero - Horizon Photographic Art” starting Friday, June 12
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Naoki Kimura’s solo exhibition, “凪零 Lullscapes – Before It Begins ∶ Zero – Horizon Photographic Art,” will be held at the Sho+1 gallery from June 12 to July 4, 2026. The exhibition presents a body of work organized into 4 sections that dismantle assumptions about photography and explore perception before an image takes shape.
[Event Report] 24,000 attend the 2-day opening round of season 1 of new 3x3 professional basketball league RBL, Shinjuku Round! 湘南シーサイド claims a dramatic victory as its global challenge begins!
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The new 3x3 professional basketball league RBL has opened. The opening round in Shinjuku drew 24,000 attendees over 2 days, with 湘南シーサイド claiming the inaugural title.
AlixPartners releases “2026 Global Automotive Consumer Study”
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AlixPartners has released its “2026 Global Automotive Consumer Study.” Price, charging infrastructure and concerns about driving range remain significant barriers to BEV adoption, while range-extended electric vehicles (REEVs) are gaining worldwide recognition as a practical transition option.
Wakaruku selected as contractor for Gunma Prefecture’s “IT Talent Development × Women’s Employment Support: MAITSURU Project 2026 Gunma Digital Career School”
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株式会社ワカルク has been selected as the contractor for Gunma Prefecture’s “Gunma Digital Career School,” a project to develop women’s digital talent. Starting in August 2026, it will support women’s employment and acquisition of digital skills.
Nordic-origin food waste reduction app Too Good To Go, the world’s No. 1*, to expand service at Kappa Sushi locations across Tokyo and three prefectures
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Too Good To Go Japan株式会社 announced a partnership with Kappa Sushi, part of the Colowide Group, and Kappa Create Co., Ltd. Under the partnership, starting June 4, 2026, the food waste reduction app “Too Good To Go” will gradually expand to all 62 locations across Tokyo and three prefectures: 12 in Tokyo, 15 in Kanagawa, 19 in Saitama and 16 in Chiba.
Experisus to exhibit at JNTO-hosted “Japan Luxury Showcase 2026”
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Experisus exhibited at “Japan Luxury Showcase 2026,” hosted by JNTO, and held business meetings with overseas buyers from 16 countries, including the United States, Europe and Australia. It strengthened sales channels and deepened partnerships in the inbound market for affluent travelers.
[Event Report] Dog Hug Life hosts “Yokohama Port Opening Festival DOG FASHION SHOW” on the festival’s main stage! 6 brands take part, showcasing the appeal of fashion enjoyed by people and their dogs
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Dog Hug Life held the “DOG FASHION SHOW” at the 45th Yokohama Port Opening Festival, with 6 brands taking part. The event showcased the appeal of fashion enjoyed by people and their dogs.
Companies mentioned:株式会社Vis Creation、THE DOG WEAR、UNIVERSAL OVERALL DOG、JAGS、KAMAKURA DOG、Maoria pet、BOOOON、bibibi.
Australian rules football: Japan men’s national team opens recruitment for players ahead of the East Asia Cup in Hong Kong
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Original日本オーストラリアンフットボール協会が、2026年12月19日(土)に香港で開催される「2026 East Asia Cup Hong Kong」(日本・中国・香港の3カ国・地域参加)への出場を目指す男子日本代表候補メンバーの募集を開始。AFL Asiaの公式採択支援プログラム。選考は国内A.LEAGUE(2026年5月~12月)実績と代表選考練習会の2段階で実施。募集は選手12~18名程度・スタッフ若干名。出場資格は日本国籍を有し10~16歳の間に主に日本在住の方。経験不問でサッカー・ラグビー・野球などからの転向者も歓迎。
[Free webinar] Speed up post-meeting action! A seminar on using AI meeting minutes without stopping at “just creating them” will be held on Wednesday, June 25.
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PKSHA Infinity will hold a free webinar on June 25 to introduce ways to use its AI meeting minutes tool, “YOMEL.” The webinar will demonstrate how to use AI chat to turn meeting logs into next steps.
B's STYLE announces launch of “Rakuten NEO,” an IoT solution for unmanned spaces
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株式会社B's STYLE has signed a sales partnership agreement with 楽天シンフォニー株式会社 and launched “Rakuten NEO,” an unmanned-space management solution using AI and IoT.
<People and achievements> Introducing an employee who joined 日本都市開発株式会社 through the 一般社団法人全国建設人材協会, contributing to efforts to address the construction industry’s shortage of skilled workers (craftspeople)
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A profile of 琉音和賀, who joined 日本都市開発 through 全建. The article details his career change, duties, growth and goals as an example of contributing to efforts to address the shortage of construction workers.
Gordon & MacPhail launches “Speymalt from Macallan 2001,” bottled for the Asian market
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ジャパンインポートシステム, the authorized distributor for GM, is releasing a limited quantity of “Speymalt from Macallan 2001,” bottled for the Asian market. Shipments begin June 8, 2026.
newmo selected for the 4th round of METI and NEDO’s “GENIAC” program
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newmo has been selected for the 4th round of METI and NEDO’s “GENIAC” program. It will develop an AI foundation model for self-driving taxis, aiming to commercialize it in 2028.
[Survey on contactless credit card payments] Stores’ lack of contactless payment support directly leads to lost business opportunities; customer dissatisfaction over the quality of in-store support also comes to light
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A survey conducted by 株式会社エム・ピー・ソリューション found that 84% of QR code payment users have also used contactless credit card payments, and about 70% have experienced some form of dissatisfaction. Stores’ lack of contactless payment support and the quality of that support directly lead to lost business opportunities. The survey also highlighted a lack of awareness of the feature for registering cards on smartphones.
RKKCS sponsors “Onigiri Action,” a social contribution campaign involving social media participation, for the 3rd time
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株式会社RKKCS will sponsor “Onigiri Action 2026,” a social contribution campaign run by TFT, for the 3rd time. The company will take part in supporting school meals in developing countries through social media posts and promote its sustainability efforts.
Companies mentioned:株式会社RKKCS、特定非営利活動法人TABLE FOR TWO International
Screening and talk show: “10 Years After His Death: Looking Back at Director Yukio Ninagawa Today”
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Saitama Prefecture and NHK will co-host a screening and talk show, “10 Years After His Death: Looking Back at Director Yukio Ninagawa Today,” at SKIP City Visual Plaza in Saitama Prefecture on July 4, 2026, marking 10 years since the death of Yukio Ninagawa, a theater director from Kawaguchi. The event will include a screening of a special promotional program and a talk show featuring Katsumi Kiba, Kazuko Matsuoka and Hiroko Yamaguchi. Admission is free, and capacity is 300 people.
Notion and リブ・コンサルティング to hold workshop for job-seeking students
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Notion Labs Japan and リブ・コンサルティング will jointly hold a workshop for students seeking jobs. The event will support students’ job-hunting preparation through a business management experience and self-analysis using Notion.
京成グループ will sponsor a professional baseball regular-season game at ZOZO Marine Stadium on July 18, 2026, and hold “The 25th Keisei Group Fireworks Night.” The event will include a ticket giveaway and player experience activities.
三井不動産商業マネジメント will hold “EXPO Wagashi Tour” at LaLaport EXPOCITY from June 12 to 14. Bringing together more than 250 varieties of wagashi from across Japan, the event will showcase the appeal of regional Japanese culture alongside hands-on activities.
bemyfriends’ creative brand “BBD” unveils SOL’s official character “TEAM01”
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bemyfriends’ in-house creative brand “BBD (BIBBIDI)” has unveiled “TEAM01,” the official character of artist SOL. “TEAM01” consists of the main character “YOUNGWON (01)” and sub-characters “Re,” “Gree” and “Blu,” with SOL personally involved in their development and naming. Related content will be released in stages through the community on b.stage, with plans to expand the fan experience.
Noto businesses set to visit JR Ikebukuro Station! “Noto Recovery Support Fair: Yaesu Ishikawa Terrace at Ikebukuro Station”
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Ishikawa Prefecture will hold the “Noto Recovery Support Fair” at JR Ikebukuro Station to support recovery from the Noto Peninsula Earthquake. From June 9 to 15, 2026, 7 businesses from Noto will take part, selling local specialty products and holding a lottery.
株式会社ディーエスブランド launches official YouTube channel “DS Magazine Channel”
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株式会社ディーエスブランド has launched its official YouTube channel, “DS Magazine Channel,” which explains in accessible terms how small and medium-sized businesses can use the web and AI chatbots. The first video explains the benefits of adding a chatbot to a website.
Public invited to submit nicknames for the theme pavilion, horticultural culture pavilion and indoor exhibition facility! Names to make facilities that bloom into the future beloved by all
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The GREEN×EXPO Association is inviting the public to submit nicknames for 3 major exhibition facilities at the 2027 International Horticultural Expo. It is seeking names for facilities that will showcase sustainability and horticultural culture and be widely loved, helping build momentum for the event.
Philippines signs official participation agreement for GREEN×EXPO 2027 — sharing a sustainable future through tropical nature and wisdom
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The Republic of the Philippines has signed an official participation agreement for GREEN×EXPO 2027. It will showcase its traditional horticultural culture and sustainable agriculture.
Shokz to launch “OpenDots 2” and “OpenDots Air” ear-cuff-style earbuds, designed like jewelry with a focus on sound quality and style, on June 4!
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Shokz Japan will launch new models in its “OpenDots” ear-cuff-style earbud series on June 4. Along with a flagship model and an entry-level model, the company will open its first pop-up store.
Inspired by the principle of “believing wholeheartedly in potential,” Cosmo Health supports Akihiro Yano’s “Our Baseball Project”
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Cosmo Health has joined “Our Baseball Project,” led by Akihiro Yano. In addition to baseball skills coaching, it held a conditioning class drawing on the company’s expertise in preventive healthcare.
It’s too late to prepare after a disaster strikes! Get ready for “toilet panic” before the rainy and typhoon seasons. Domestic brand “VASTLAND” to launch “Emergency Portable Toilet (100 uses),” supervised by a disaster prevention specialist, on Saturday, June 13
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VASTLAND Co., Ltd. (Himeji, Hyogo Prefecture) will launch its disaster-preparedness portable toilet (100 uses), supervised by a disaster preparedness specialist, on June 13, 2026 (Saturday). It will cost 3,980 yen (tax included), and will be sold for 3,184 yen at 20% off on Amazon and Rakuten Ichiba during the campaign period from June 13–19. The coagulant solidifies in 20 seconds and can be stored for up to 15 years. One box is enough for about 5 days for a 3-person household.
[Minamichita Beach Land] Baby otters named “Hinoki” and “Sawara”! Naming ceremony set for June 7 <Aichi>
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Minamichita Beach Land announced the names of its baby Asian small-clawed otters. They will be called “Hinoki” and “Sawara,” and a naming ceremony will be held on June 7.
Free seminar by an ISO certification body: What will change with ISO 9001:2026 (FDIS)? A paradigm shift that benefits management—key revision points and practical steps to take now—Held July 7, 2026 (Tuesday)
Limited-edition gourmet offerings to beat the intense summer heat and a collaboration with the manga Space Brothers: “SCRAMBLE SUMMER 2026” begins June 25 (Thursday)
Salad Club Co., Ltd. will launch its “Baby Leaf Italian Mix Salad” (84g/237 yen including tax) nationwide, excluding Hokkaido and Okinawa, on June 5, 2026 (Friday). With a 4-day shelf life from the processing date, the tray-packed salad is topped with nutrient-rich baby leaves and other ingredients grown at Koike Baby Leaf Farm in Hokuto, Yamanashi Prefecture.
AGRIST to launch a demonstration project in Miyazaki and Kagoshima for “next-generation smart agriculture” through fuel cost reductions and the use of harvesting robots. The project aims to protect regional agriculture from soaring energy prices.
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AGRIST has launched a smart agriculture demonstration project in Miyazaki and Kagoshima, aiming to reduce fuel costs and improve productivity. It seeks to establish a sustainable agricultural model using robots and AI-based environmental controls.
Oshicoco, a research and consulting firm specializing in activities supporting favorite idols and creators, announces its “2026 Second-Half Trends Forecast for Oshi Activities” based on a survey
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株式会社Oshicoco announced its “2026 Second-Half Trends Forecast for Oshi Activities,” based on a survey. It forecast the growing integration of oshi activities into daily life and travel as an experience-based leisure activity as key trends.
AXXZIA makes major gains on one of Southeast Asia’s largest e-commerce platforms, with GMV (gross merchandise value) surpassing 100 million yen in 4 days
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AXXZIA ran an e-commerce campaign in Malaysia featuring KOLs, surpassing approximately 130 million yen in GMV in 4 days and achieving the No. 1 sales ranking on Lazada.
株式会社ウィスク・イー achieves over 3.8 million impressions and over 10,000 entries in an X (Twitter) campaign run with “Shuttlerock BBF”
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株式会社ウィスク・イー achieved over 3.8 million impressions and over 10,000 entries in a campaign using Shuttlerock BBF for X. The case study highlights its success in raising awareness and understanding of Irish whiskey “The Busker.”
Keihan Group and Aikasa to roll out umbrella-sharing service “Aikasa” at a total of 60 locations combining stations and commercial facilities, a first for Kansai
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Aikasa, an umbrella-sharing service operated by Nature Innovation Group, will begin a phased rollout in collaboration with 7 Keihan Group companies at a total of 60 locations, combining stations and commercial facilities in a first for Kansai. The service will be introduced to coincide with Environment Day on June 5, aiming to reduce disposable umbrellas and umbrellas left on trains and encourage people to get around on rainy days.
An early-summer menu of 六 dishes at a members-only French restaurant. Provision, a subscription restaurant for up to 4 people, unveils its June monthly menu.
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Provision, a members-only, referral-only French restaurant operated by Bounty of Life Co., Ltd., has unveiled its June monthly menu of 6 dishes featuring early-summer ingredients. Up to 4 people, including a member, can visit as often as they like for only the monthly membership fee.
[Bizcon OSAKA 2026] THE ACTION—Ignite your challenge—Seeking business plans that break through social challenges
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Osaka City and Osaka Industrial Creation Center have opened applications for “Bizcon OSAKA 2026,” a business plan competition for entrepreneurs. Outstanding plans will receive prize money and business support.
[For elementary school students who find memorization a little difficult] Learn with rhythmic phrases and manga! “Elementary School 100% Memorization: All Subjects” (Grades 4–6) is here, making key points across all subjects easy to absorb!
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Zoshindo & Juken Kenkyusha Co., Ltd. will release “Elementary School 100% Memorization: All Subjects” (Grades 4–6), a study guide for elementary school students, on June 8, 2026. It costs 1,045 yen (tax included). This compact review book makes learning the most important textbook content fun with 五七五 memorization phrases and manga, and also includes a red erasable filter and a question-and-answer feature for review.
2026 edition of updated maps for the “Gorilla” portable car navigation system, “JAPAN MAP 26,” goes on sale July 9 (Thursday)—reflecting newly opened sections of expressways and high-standard trunk roads
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Zenrin will release “JAPAN MAP 26,” a map update for the “Gorilla” car navigation system, on July 9. In addition to covering new roads, this product will be the last in the series to go on sale.
[Webinar for businesses] How can social contribution efforts enhance brand value, recruitment and employee engagement?
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International NGO Plan International and gooddo Co., Ltd. will hold a free webinar for corporate communications and sustainability professionals on June 19, 2026. It will explore ways to link social contribution efforts to brand value, recruitment and employee engagement, and introduce initiatives that make use of the International Day of the Girl.
e-dash to measure CO₂ emissions from Setagaya Ward’s “Setagaya Furusato Citizens’ Festival,” from event operations to visitor travel, helping realize an “event that’s kind to the planet”
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e-dash Inc. will work with the Setagaya Ward Environment Policy Department to calculate and visualize CO₂ emissions from event operations and visitor travel at the 47th Setagaya Furusato Citizens’ Festival, to be held on June 6 and 7, 2026. It will combine data submitted in advance (gasoline for generators, propane gas, products for sale and supplies) with data collected afterward (electricity use at nearby facilities, waste volumes and a survey of visitors’ modes of transportation) to visualize emissions in line with the GHG Protocol. The initiative aims to propose specific future emissions-reduction measures and share know-how on decarbonizing events.
One Career to hold “HR Compass 2026 Osaka” on June 30, an event on preventing offer rejections and becoming an employer of choice
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One Career and ProFuture will hold an Osaka event for new graduate recruitment staff focused on preventing offer rejections. The event will approach the topic from 3 perspectives—insights from other fields, corporate HR practices and candid student views—and include a networking session.