# AI News 180m Report｜2026-06-04 15:00–18:00 JST｜Page 2 of 5

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 336 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 96 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Special conversation between JFA Chairman Tsuneyasu Miyamoto and NHK Chairman Tatsuhiko Inoue to air June 21 on the management and public relations program “Domo, NHK”

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:18:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000064.000160617.html
- anchor: #n685647
- Companies mentioned: 日本サッカー協会、日本放送協会

A special conversation between the JFA chairman and NHK chairman will air on June 21.

## “JUNGSAEMMOOL,” a leading Korean makeup artist brand, to launch 2 special sets exclusive to Japan and Qoo10 starting Friday, May 29

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:18:10+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000176330.html
- anchor: #n685648

韓国のメイクアップアーティストブランド「JUNGSAEMMOOL」は、Qoo10メガ割に合わせ、日本・Qoo10限定の「アーティスト クッション ブラッシュ ブラー」と「エッセンシャル スキン ヌーダー クッション」の特別企画セットを2026年5月29日より数量限定で発売します。

## [Energize] New option to address Japan’s shortage of highly skilled workers: partnership agreement signed with Malaysia’s Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:17:54+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000054473.html
- anchor: #n685649
- Companies mentioned: Universiti Sains Malaysia

Energize Co., Ltd. has signed an MOU with Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), establishing an international framework that enables Japanese companies to recruit outstanding ASEAN engineering talent directly on campus.

## [Brooks Brothers exclusive for BLUE BLUE] 6th collaboration: jersey polo shirt to go on sale June 4

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:16:27+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000127.000067072.html
- anchor: #n685650

The 6th collaborative collection from Seilin & Co.’s original brand BLUE BLUE and Brooks Brothers is a jersey polo shirt, set to go on sale on June 4, 2026, for 19,800 yen (tax included). Based on last year’s model, it adds black and comes in 3 colors (WHITE, BLACK and NAVY), combining the natural feel of a T-shirt with a light, comfortable fit.

## Fujitsu and Dai-ichi Life Group launch joint research to advance asset management operations using quantum technology

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:13:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000577.000093942.html
- anchor: #n685329

Fujitsu and Dai-ichi Life Group will conduct joint research from April 2026 to March 2027 to advance asset management operations using quantum technology. Starting with practical challenges at Dai-ichi Life, they will develop quantum algorithms to optimize investment ratios based on risk-return considerations and liability characteristics, and evaluate performance using quantum computers.

## 【ココロを贈る 名入れギフトOkulu】最大80％OFF！日頃の感謝を込めてお得なセール開催！6月4日（木）20：00より楽天スーパーSALE

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:13:33+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000116.000154426.html
- anchor: #n685330

Okulu, a personalized gift shop operated by MIYABI Co., Ltd., will hold a sale with discounts of up to 80% during Rakuten Super SALE, starting June 4, 2026, at 20:00. Offers include personalized beer glasses bundled with canned snacks for Father’s Day, as well as a 1000-yen-off coupon.

## [3 consecutive months, with exercises] Introductory course on polymer synthesis experiments and scale-up technology

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:13:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001692.000080053.html
- anchor: #n685331

株式会社AndTechは、元住友化学の今井昭夫氏を講師に迎え、高分子材料の研究開発者を対象とした全3回の「ポリマー合成実験とスケールアップ技術入門講座」をZoomによるオンラインLive配信で開催する。開催日は第1回が6月22日、第2回が7月27日、第3回が8月17日のそれぞれ13:30〜16:30。参加費は3名まで99,000円、4名以降は1名につき33,000円（いずれも税込）。録画視聴にも対応する。

## First nationwide: Japan Financial Education Support Organization partners with Chiba Prefectural Chiba Junior and Senior High School to begin pilot of a “financial education impact measurement model”

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:10:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000035.000165189.html
- anchor: #n685332

The Japan Financial Education Support Organization will partner with Chiba Prefectural Chiba Junior and Senior High School to begin a pilot of a financial education impact measurement model in fiscal 2026. The initiative aims to make learning outcomes visible by using the Practical Financial Skills Test.

## Notice of online financial results briefing / online IR seminar for individual investors for the 25th fiscal year (fiscal year ended March 2026)

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000029.000114281.html
- anchor: #n685335

eBASE Co., Ltd. will hold an online financial results briefing for individual investors on June 22, 2026.

## Corporate commemorative gifts and promotional items for advertising agencies, wholesalers and distributors/retailers: custom-printed corporate advertising goods, bottles, cups and tumblers at wholesale prices; 10% early-bird discount starting June 6; full-scale launch at bargain prices

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000154.000112458.html
- anchor: #n685334

Yuhou Co., Ltd. (yuuto japan) has launched full-scale wholesale sales of full-color printed bottles and water bottles for the Japanese market, and began selling new summer products on June 6. Using its own bottle and printing factories, the company supports custom names and various printing options, offers delivery in 10 days, and provides prices around 10% of those charged by other companies in the industry.

## New apparel from the anime “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba”: 3 full-color T-shirt designs unveiled! [COSPA Inc.]

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001532.000099047.html
- anchor: #n685333

COSPA Group Co., Ltd. (released by COSPA Inc.) announced that it will release 3 new apparel designs from the anime “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba”—full-color T-shirts—in early September 2026, and has begun accepting preorders on its official online store and other outlets. The 3 designs are “Tanjiro, Giyu and Akaza,” “Zenitsu and Kaigaku,” and “Shinobu and Doma.” Each costs 4,950 yen (tax included).

## Race through a sea of 900,000 hydrangea blooms!

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:09:21+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000152413.html
- anchor: #n685336

Nam-gu, Ulsan Metropolitan City, South Korea, will hold the 5th Jangsaengpo Hydrangea Festival from June 19 to 28, 2026, around Jangsaengpo Whale Culture Village. The grounds, adorned with about 37,000 plants (about 900,000 blooms), will feature nighttime illuminations, hydrangea fireworks shows (every Saturday), music performances and more. A new attraction, the “Wales Cart,” a 1.05-km motorized cart ride reaching a top speed of 40 km/h, will also begin full-scale operations. A tourism promotion booth will open early on June 6. Festival admission is free; cart rides cost extra.

## 100BANCH to hold conference day “Hello, Future—A Conference for Humans Only 2026” on Monday, July 7: an experimental conference entirely devoted to dialogue, exploring a future with no single right answer!

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:08:36+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000286.000034018.html
- anchor: #n685337

100BANCH, an experimental hub for creating the future, will hold the conference “Hello, Future—A Conference for Humans Only 2026” on July 7, 2026, marking its 9th anniversary. To reconsider “the meaning of creating” in the age of generative AI, the 1-day experimental conference will use a dialogue-only format (Open Space Technology), bringing participants together to think about the future through conversation.

## All-day dining KAGARIBI launches new sweets inspired by the nature of Karuizawa

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:06:32+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000066.000089765.html
- anchor: #n685338
- Companies mentioned: IHGホテルズ&リゾーツ

Hotel Indigo Karuizawa will begin selling 5 new flower-themed sweets devised by its new chef on June 4, 2026.

## Solo Leveling: ARISE launches its latest update, featuring new hunter Liu Zhigang, a 7-star-class hunter.

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:04:28+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002533.000007736.html
- anchor: #n685339

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## Kohei Miura to make his first appearance on the live broadcast of the 2026 Tokyo Derby on BSイレブン!!!

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:03:27+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000373.000039442.html
- anchor: #n685340
- Companies mentioned: 東京シティ競馬（TCK）、BSイレブン

東京シティ競馬（TCK） announced that JRA jockey Kohei Miura will make his first appearance on the live broadcast of the Tokyo Derby, to be aired on BSイレブン on June 10, 2026. Miura rode Ramjet to victory in the 2024 Tokyo Derby and will appear on the program alongside Shozo Sasaki, who was the horse's trainer.

## ＼NEW OPEN／A new showroom where you can try all Manara products opens in Ginza

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:02:28+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000331.000009540.html
- anchor: #n685341

Rankup Co., Ltd. will open a showroom at the 6th floor of Manara's headquarters in Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, on Friday, June 5, 2024. The showroom, which requires reservations and is limited to members, will let visitors try all products from Manara, Acnal and R-Homme. A beauty room will also move to the same floor, offering product trials and consultations free of charge for 30 minutes to subscription members. Products cannot be purchased directly at the showroom.

## [AI makes character IP strategies once exclusive to major companies accessible to everyone] Launch of the SNS management service “キャラボイス”

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:02:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000160526.html
- anchor: #n685342
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社S-FIX、サイバー・バズ、株式会社クオン（現・株式会社Minto）

株式会社S-FIX has launched “キャラボイス,” an SNS management service in which AI characters speak on behalf of businesses. Character design helps eliminate mismatches between clients and contractors, enabling sustainable SNS management without the need for performers.

## “MyJapan+ by JCB” app for JCB members visiting Japan launches in Taiwan

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:01:54+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001401.000011361.html
- anchor: #n685343

JCB Co., Ltd. will launch its “MyJapan+ by JCB” app for JCB members visiting Japan in Taiwan in June 2026. The app is designed for visitors to Japan and provides information on merchant offers and locations. It features savings, support and concierge functions. In collaboration with KDDI Digital Life, Payke and Treasure Data, the company aims to reach 300,000 downloads in Taiwan in its first year.

## AVITA to provide an avatar consultation desk at the first “Happy Lawson Town” store, promoted by Lawson and KDDI

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:01:53+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000090.000085375.html
- anchor: #n685344

AVITA Inc. has launched “Ponta Yorozu Consultation Desk,” an online consultation service using avatar and AI technology, and “Ikeda City AI Supporter,” an AI concierge, at the first “Happy Lawson Town” store, “Happy Lawson Town Ikeda Fuseodai Store” (Ikeda, Osaka Prefecture; opening June 4, 2026). The initiative establishes an environment where, based at a convenience store and in cooperation with local governments and businesses, expert staff and AI avatars provide guidance and resolve everyday concerns—including administrative consultations, telecommunications, infrastructure, finance and home appliance support—without requiring an appointment.

## Shukatsu Kaigi names company 5th in the mentor commitment category of “Internships Students Were Truly Glad They Attended 2026”

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:01:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000604.000006682.html
- anchor: #n685345

Link and Motivation Inc. was named 5th in the mentor commitment category of “Internships Students Were Truly Glad They Attended 2026,” run by Shukatsu Kaigi Inc. The awards recognize the top 5 companies that held summer internships highly rated by students. The company was recognized for its sincere communication and feedback for each participant.

## A place for organizations taking on Asia. Link and Motivation to hold global HR event “HR-X Asia”

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:54+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000603.000006682.html
- anchor: #n685346

Link and Motivation Inc. will hold the global HR event “HR-X Asia” online via Zoom over 2 days, June 10 (Wednesday) and 11 (Thursday), 2026. Participation is free and requires advance registration. With organizational and talent strategies in Asian markets as its theme, the event will explore business growth in Singapore, organizational transformation in Vietnam, strategies for success in Thailand and hiring foreign talent. Speakers will include local subsidiary representatives from Sumitomo Corporation, Murata Manufacturing, Nitto Denko, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and Hakuhodo, as well as representatives from Link and Motivation and ASIA to JAPAN, who will discuss practical case studies and decision-making. The Nikkei Inc. and ASIA to JAPAN are sponsors.

## AI seminar for small and medium-sized businesses to be held at Robolink!

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001582.000108051.html
- anchor: #n685347
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 Milly、株式会社キューブシステム、合同会社雲孫、ブリランテ国際特許事務所

Kanagawa Prefecture and the Shonan Industrial Promotion Foundation will hold an AI seminar at Robolink on June 26, 2026.

## Ikiiki Social Action Project wins the Social Good Community Award at the “Peatix Community Awards 2026”

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:24+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000128399.html
- anchor: #n685348

General Incorporated Association nosson, together with NPO Hidaka Wanowa-kai, won the Social Good Community Award at the “Peatix Community Awards 2026,” held on May 27, 2026, for their joint “Ikiiki Social Action Project.” The project aims to build a mutually supportive relationship by bringing together challenges in aging Hidaka Village, Kochi Prefecture, and those faced by people experiencing hardship in cities. Its activities include reviving the cultivation of Tosa Hasshomame beans, developing local products and offering companies cross-cultural experiences.

## Over 10,000 experiences in just about 2 days since launch! The 16-type “Self-Esteem Assessment” is being widely shared on social media. Results ranking by character type also announced, with “Invincible Auntie” in 1st place

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000178760.html
- anchor: #n685349

The “Self-Esteem Assessment,” developed to mark the release of a photo book by cosmetic surgeon Motokuni Kida, surpassed 10,000 experiences in about 2 days after launch. It is supervised by a psychiatrist and classifies users into 16 types.

## 〈第2弾発表〉長崎スタジアムシティ「チャンピオンシップ優勝記念祭」大好評につき6月30日まで期間延長！総額2.5億円相当のクーポン配布！チーム専用バスに乗車できる1日5室限定の特別宿泊プランも登場

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:13+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000709.000016651.html
- anchor: #n685350

Nagasaki Stadium City extends its victory celebration. As the second announcement, it unveiled coupons worth a total of 250 million yen and a special accommodation plan.

## 自然の懐に身を委ね、「奥多摩の地に暮らすように泊まる」滞在を。沿線まるごとホテル「Satologue」に、プライベートサウナ＆ガーデン付き1棟貸切の「別邸スイートヴィラ 栖（Sumika）」誕生

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000127030.html
- anchor: #n685353

沿線まるごと株式会社 will open “Bettei Suite Villa Sumika,” a new facility at Satologue, on July 17, 2026. The entire 1-building villa, with a private sauna and garden, can be rented exclusively. Reservations open June 4.

## [SBI holds 5-ALA new brand strategy announcement] SBI Group announces growth strategy targeting a 20 billion yen 5-ALA market, with キリングループ and Kyowa Hakko Bio as development partners

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000122.000008331.html
- anchor: #n685352
- Companies mentioned: SBIホールディングス株式会社、SBIアラプロモ株式会社、協和発酵バイオ株式会社、キリングループ

SBI Alapromo announces a new 5-ALA brand strategy. In partnership with Kyowa Hakko Bio, it aims for a market worth 20 billion yen in 3 years.

## Supporting the future of children through community assistance centered on food: Marugame Seimen holds events in Marugame City and will donate part of sales. Marugame City presents letters of appreciation for donations from “Marugame Udon Festival 2025” and the “78th Kagawa Marugame International Half Marathon”

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000313.000056642.html
- anchor: #n685351

Marugame Seimen Co., Ltd. donated a total of 1,693,904 yen to Marugame City from a portion of sales from “Marugame Udon Festival 2025” and the “78th Kagawa Marugame International Half Marathon” and received a letter of appreciation. The donation will be used for child support programs and the restoration of the stone walls of Marugame Castle.

## WORLD HAPPINESS 2026 〜I’m HOME〜 returns to Tokyo summer for the first time in 9 years. The day’s timetable is finally announced!

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003412.000012949.html
- anchor: #n685354
- Companies mentioned: キョードーメディアス

The timetable and details of the SP YT session have been announced for the music event “WORLD HAPPINESS 2026.”

## 株式会社エンミッシュ、AI音声0秒コール「nocall.ai」と販売パートナー契約を締結

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000124275.html
- anchor: #n685356

Enmish Inc. has signed a sales partnership agreement with nocall Inc., which provides generative AI phone services. As a sales partner for “nocall.ai,” Enmish will provide customer companies with end-to-end support for implementation, initial setup and operations of generative AI phone services integrated with Salesforce, helping automate and improve the efficiency of inside sales and call operations.

## ～AI does not replace human judgment—an explanation of redesigning decision-making～

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000121.000066765.html
- anchor: #n685355

AR Advanced Technology Inc. (ARI) delivered a talk on the “Framework for Using AI in Organizational Development” at the Organizational Development Study Group, hosted by the University of Tokyo's Manufacturing Management Research Center, explaining how AI can improve the quality of decision-making.

## A resort-like summer white night originating in the South of France: “Soirée Blanche ～ソワレ ブランシュ～”

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000375.000030821.html
- anchor: #n685357
- Companies mentioned: グランド ハイアット 東京、ペリエ ジュエ

グランド ハイアット 東京 will host “Soirée Blanche ～ソワレ ブランシュ～,” a summer night event with an all-white dress code, for 6 days only between July 4 and September 12, 2026. Originating in Saint-Tropez in the South of France, the event will feature free-flowing Champagne “ペリエ ジュエ,” a French buffet and live music.

## “AI startup from Oita Kosen” NeurestX Inc. connects research with society and takes Oita to the world

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000182696.html
- anchor: #n685396

On April 13, 2026, AI startup NeurestX Inc., led by representative Koga Sato, a graduate of Oita Kosen, was founded. It aims to offer companies opportunities for new challenges through efficiency and optimization using cutting-edge AI technology, while promoting regional digital transformation (DX with a human touch), beginning in Oita. Its business activities include research and development in artificial intelligence and software, planning and sales of IoT devices, and providing DX solutions. With Oita and Fukuoka as its main bases of operation, it aims to expand the next generation of industrial infrastructure from regional Japan to the world.

## Toenec begins airing new corporate commercial embodying its purpose, “First-Time Site Manager”

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000184483.html
- anchor: #n685395

Toenec has begun airing a new corporate commercial embodying its purpose, “First-Time Site Manager.” The commercial portrays a female employee taking on the challenge of becoming a site manager and conveys the company’s values in facilities construction to the tune of “Amazing Grace.”

## Kitahama Salon, a pitch and networking event for CSOs working to solve social issues, to be held

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000119595.html
- anchor: #n685394

The certified NPO Osaka NPO Center will hold “Kitahama Salon,” a pitch and networking event featuring CSOs (civil society organizations) working to solve social issues in employment and support for people with disabilities, at Osaka Shoko Shinkin Bank on June 18, 2026. Admission is free, and representatives of several companies and NPOs will share practical examples.

## Kaimono Palette joins its first “Rakuten Super SALE” since its renewal; first 10x points promotion to run on June 5 and 10

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000113869.html
- anchor: #n685393

Kaimono Palette, the Rakuten Ichiba store operated by Spolup Inc., will participate in the “Rakuten Super SALE” starting June 4, 2026, with discounts of up to 70% off and a 10x points promotion on all items on June 5 and 10.

## A cornfield appears at Takanawa Gateway!? Sugar content of 22.4 degrees, surpassing melon; first-ever corn-harvesting event at a station-connected building

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000100099.html
- anchor: #n685392

AGRIKO Inc. will hold “Tabisuru Yasai vol.1,” a harvest experience event for the rare branded corn “Kyoto Mai Corn,” at “AGRIKO×MIMURE BOTANICAL Lab,” an experiential farm lab jointly operated with Lumine Inc. inside NEWoMan Takanawa MIMURE, on June 20 and 21, 2026, for 2 days. The event will bring “Kyoto Mai Corn,” grown in Kumiyama, Kyoto, and known for reaching a maximum sugar content of 22.4 degrees—higher than melon—to Takanawa, Tokyo, with its roots attached. Participants can pick the corn, taste it freshly harvested on-site and take it home. Participation costs 2,500 yen, and collaborative menu items with restaurants inside MIMURE are also planned.

## Shibuya bar Kizuki, a gathering place for “wounded dancers,” to host Miyamasu Ishin special show “HIRUMA BIRTHDAY SHOW”

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000177831.html
- anchor: #n685391

“HIRUMA BIRTHDAY SHOW,” a birthday performance for HIRUMA, a dancer at Shibuya’s “BAR Kizuki, a gathering place for wounded dancers,” will be held over 2 days, June 5 and 6, 2026. HIRUMA will direct and stage the performance, with “Momo” and “Ami Takano” as guests.

## Trading card management app “DMM Myca” to release new feature on Thursday, June 4, that automatically registers purchased cards in the app

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000024.000138326.html
- anchor: #n685390

Myca Inc. released a new feature for its trading card management app “DMM Myca” on June 4, 2026, that automatically registers cards purchased at physical stores or through the app’s online store to My Cards.

## Gujo-focused regional trading company “Jogoo” launches in earnest; founded jointly by Hidaka-ra of Hida City and Amidagataki Kanko of Gujo City

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000037.000076362.html
- anchor: #n685389

Hidakara Inc. and Amidagataki Kanko Ltd. jointly established Jogoo Inc., a regional trading company focused on Gujo City, Gifu Prefecture, and launched its full-scale operations on June 1, 2026. The company aims to build a sustainable region by promoting Gujo’s attractions, developing tourism content and supporting hometown tax donations.

## New program offers an immersive “bus” experience, with a first-ever “bus driver job experience”! Experiential childcare program “Car-Iku in Tobu Bus” in partnership with Tobu Bus

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000040.000083629.html
- anchor: #n685388

Asuiku Inc., in partnership with the Tobu Group, will hold the experiential childcare program “Car-Iku in Tobu Bus” on June 13, 2026. For children from the senior kindergarten year through 1st grade, the program includes riding a chartered bus without a parent or guardian, trying out the driver’s job, touring a maintenance facility and experiencing a bus wash, all accompanied by childcare staff.

## AI-powered “factories of the future” can boost productivity by up to 60%; Japan ranks 3rd in readiness for adoption, BCG analysis

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000042.000145445.html
- anchor: #n685387

The Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and the BCG Henderson Institute released a report based on a survey of 1,000 manufacturers worldwide, finding that AI-powered “factories of the future” can boost productivity by up to 60%. These factories are enabled by agentic systems, virtual/physical AI and improvements in low-cost computing power. They could overturn decisions about factory locations and overseas relocations that have traditionally been based on comparisons of fixed labor and logistics costs. Japan ranks 3rd globally in readiness for adoption, thanks to its robust communications networks and highly skilled workforce. The report describes this as an opportunity to reverse declining competitiveness against China and Southeast Asia.

## How about taking your time over lunch? Kobe Port Tower Hotel’s buffet restaurant removes lunch time limit, offering “unlimited time” as an exclusive perk for LINE members

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000079.000084275.html
- anchor: #n685386
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アベストコーポレーション

The buffet restaurant at Kobe Port Tower Hotel will run a campaign from June 15 to July 17, 2026, removing the lunch time limit for LINE members only. The campaign eliminates the usual 80-minute limit, giving guests the opportunity to enjoy their meal at a leisurely pace.

## 【ZEPETO】Full-scale launch of “Upgrade Items,” a new-dimension dress-up experience themed around popular Disney characters

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000083.000103047.html
- anchor: #n685385

NAVER Z Corporationは、3Dアバターソーシャルプラットフォーム「ZEPETO」において、ディズニーの人気キャラクターをテーマにした、タップひとつでデザインやエフェクトが変化する「アップグレードアイテム」を本格展開。2026年2月の「マリー」、5月の「ミニーマウス」に続き、6月4日には「アリエル」コレクションをリリースした。

## Circlace hires its 3rd in-house AI agent employee, “EVAN,” to automate and improve the quality of PMO work

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000085.000071975.html
- anchor: #n685384

Circlace Inc. has hired its 3rd in-house AI agent employee, “EVAN,” to automate PMO work and improve its quality.

## 【Event Report】TENGA founder Koichi Matsumoto gives first-ever special lecture at Düsseldorf University of Applied Sciences in Germany

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000089.000111689.html
- anchor: #n685383

On May 28, 2026, Koichi Matsumoto, founder and representative director and president of TENGA Inc., gave his first special lecture at Düsseldorf University of Applied Sciences in Germany. He was invited in recognition of his work as an example of innovation that redefined existing market value and overturned social stigma. About 40 students and business professionals attended. He spoke about the company’s origins, the creation of a new category, global expansion and growth into the femcare field.

## 【Digital Gallery】Joyful Art Collection to be displayed at stations along the Meitetsu Seto Line

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000094.000068880.html
- anchor: #n685382

IDEABLE WORKS Inc. will display 17 publicly submitted works in a digital gallery at the MEITETSU ART GALLERY locations at 4 stations on the Meitetsu Seto Line. The exhibition runs from May 27 to July 26, 2026.

## 【楽天 Super SALE】Make everyday listening more enjoyable. Up to 30% off all 32 products, including JLab open-ear headphones and new Bluetooth speakers

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000113.000101853.html
- anchor: #n685381
- Companies mentioned: 楽天

JLab Japan Inc. will offer all 32 products at up to 30% off during 楽天 Super SALE, running from June 4 to 11, 2026. Eligible products include the “JBuds Open Wireless” open-ear headphones and the new “Pop Party” Bluetooth speaker.

## Personnel announcement

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000160.000006756.html
- anchor: #n685380

Novo Nordisk Pharma Co., Ltd. announced that Yukako Akiyama will become a director effective June 1, 2026. Ms. Akiyama will continue to serve concurrently as head of the Diabetes & Obesity Sales Division.

## [Survey on Summer VIO Concerns] Nearly 90% of women worry about stuffiness and odor in the intimate area, while 90% of those who have had VIO hair removal say it helps reduce the problem

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000170.000053998.html
- anchor: #n685379
- Companies mentioned: エミナルクリニック

A survey by エミナルクリニック found that nearly 90% of women are concerned about summer stuffiness and odor in the VIO area, and 90% of those who have had VIO hair removal have experienced a reduction in these issues. The survey also highlighted that while women struggle with the effort of self-treatment and skin problems, cost and embarrassment are barriers to hair removal.

## チエル upgrades its Web filtering tool, “InterCLASS® Filtering Service”

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000173.000067516.html
- anchor: #n685378

チエル株式会社 will upgrade its Chromebook-compatible Web filtering tool, “InterCLASS® Filtering Service,” to Ver.6.4 in August 2026. The upgrade will enhance the detection and restriction functions of the “Safe Input Feature,” enable bulk ZIP downloads of logs for multiple days, and improve operational stability by temporarily applying the most recent settings in unstable network environments.

## Growing hops, an ingredient in beer, on a downtown campus rooftop: Nomura Seminar teams up with the “Shinobazu Hop Project” to pursue circular urban agriculture

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000180.000033013.html
- anchor: #n685377
- Companies mentioned: 東洋学園大学、東京大学大学院

The Nomura Seminar at 東洋学園大学 has teamed up with the “Shinobazu Hop Project” and begun growing hops, a beer ingredient, on the campus rooftop. The initiative aims to promote circular urban agriculture.

## [NEW OPEN] Fermentation-based aging-care*¹ brand “FAS” to open a new store at Takashimaya Osaka Store on Saturday, June 20

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000189.000057605.html
- anchor: #n685376

FAS, a fermentation-based aging-care brand operated by 株式会社シロク, will open a new store at Takashimaya Osaka Store on June 20, 2026, and launch 2 limited-edition opening celebration kits.

## A sparkling kanzashi resembling a single flower glistening with morning dew arrives from 和心’s kanzashi brand “かんざし屋wargo”

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000212.000010740.html
- anchor: #n685375

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## [S-PAL Yamagata] gashacoco (ガシャココ) opens its doors!

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000223.000149926.html
- anchor: #n685374
- Companies mentioned: 仙台ターミナルビル株式会社、株式会社ハピネット・ベンディングサービス

Capsule toy shop “gashacoco” will open at S-PAL Yamagata on June 11, 2026. It will be operated by ハピネット・ベンディングサービス.

## povo launches “Japan SIM for MyJapan+,” powered by povo2.0, in JCB’s app for inbound visitors to Japan

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000239.000128076.html
- anchor: #n685373

KDDI and KDDI Digital Life will begin offering the data-only eSIM “Japan SIM for MyJapan+” in JCB’s app for foreign visitors to Japan, “MyJapan+ by JCB,” starting in June 2026. The service will offer 4 types of unlimited-use plans at promotional prices to help visitors stay connected.

## Notice Regarding Change of Representative Director and President

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000275.000100939.html
- anchor: #n685372

株式会社ClaN Entertainment announced that, at its 4th annual general meeting of shareholders and board meeting held on June 4, 2026, Masahito Oi was replaced as president and representative director by Masahito Ota, the former chairman and representative director. Mr. Oi stepped down as a director upon completion of his term, and Mr. Ota assumed the presidency effective the same day. With its business foundation established, the company aims to move into its next growth phase and strengthen its management structure.

## アクションリンク wins the e-commerce-focused CRM category at the “BizTra Award 2026”

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000304.000022939.html
- anchor: #n685371
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファブリカホールディングス、株式会社ファブリカコミュニケーションズ、株式会社ドットエー、株式会社くるみ

“アクションリンク,” a CRM service for e-commerce, won the e-commerce-focused CRM category at the BizTra Award 2026. The award was received in April 2026.

## Evolving on its 50th anniversary: 3 new products from “YOSHIKEI SELECT,” a frozen private-label brand launched in 2017

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000408.000036699.html
- anchor: #n685370

To mark its 50th anniversary, Yoshikei will release 3 new products from its frozen private-label brand “YOSHIKEI SELECT”—meat shumai, pork tenderloin cutlets, and minced Southern bluefin tuna—sequentially in June and July.

## [More than 9,000 bowls sold] “Rich Matcha Shaved Ice,” made generously with Uji matcha, goes on sale in June at Cham, the Japanese-style café at Azumino Tea Kochouan

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000455.000047889.html
- anchor: #n685369

Cham, the Japanese-style café at “Azumino Tea Kochouan,” operated by 株式会社綿半三原商店, will begin selling its summer-only “Rich Matcha Shaved Ice” in June 2026. The popular item has sold more than 9,000 bowls in total and features shaved ice made generously with Uji matcha.

## Another works, which promotes the implementation of multiple careers in society, holds an outreach class at Yokohama Municipal Tsurumi Junior High School to help students unlock future possibilities

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000502.000047859.html
- anchor: #n685368

株式会社Another works held an outreach class on the theme of “multiple careers” at Yokohama Municipal Tsurumi Junior High School. Eiko Kuroda, the company’s brand manager and the class instructor, gave a lecture and led a workshop for junior high school students on future ways of working and careers.

## Bringing “fortune-telling experiences” to tourism and events: helping cast fortune-tellers for bus tours

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000776.000005725.html
- anchor: #n685367
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クールジャパントラベル、株式会社ザッパラス

cocoloni, a provider of fortune-telling services, sent fortune-tellers to bus tours operated by Cool Japan Travel. By combining tourism and fortune-telling, it aims to create new experiential value and improve customer satisfaction.

## 預貯金、給与、労働時間は増加しても、世界情勢の不安から食費は抑制へ 今後1年間の景況感「悪くなる」が56％

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000777.000004729.html
- anchor: #n685366

株式会社クロス・マーケティングが実施した2026年5月の消費動向に関する定点調査（有効回答1,200サンプル）によると、預貯金（6.1pt）、給与所得（4.5pt）、労働時間（3.9pt）のDI値は前年同月より上昇したものの、世界情勢への不安から食費は2.7pt微減となり生活防衛意識の高まりが見られます。今後1年間の景気について「悪くなる」と回答した人は56%に達し、キャッシュレス決済の利用率は50%、セルフレジは20%となっています。

## [Minna no Oshi Bus! × Nishitetsu Bus Kitakyushu] New plan lets customers choose an “original hand strap”! Available for a limited time from late June!

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000945.000017692.html
- anchor: #n685365

Nishitetsu Agency, part of the Nishitetsu Group, will launch a limited-time “Original Hand Strap” plan in late June 2026, in collaboration with Nishitetsu Bus Kitakyushu. The plan is a new offering from “Minna no Oshi Bus!,” a service supporting fans of buses. Customers can choose from 3 exclusive colors inspired by red buses and Kitakyushu’s sunflowers, and have the hand strap installed on an actual bus for 6 months. After the installation period, the hand strap will be delivered to the customer. The lineup includes 6 types in total, including options combined with naming rights and vehicle wrapping.

## [Native Camp Study Abroad] SSLC language school to run a summer program

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001141.000012419.html
- anchor: #n685364

株式会社ネイティブキャンプ will run its 2026 Native Camp Study Abroad summer program at SSLC, a language school in Vancouver, Canada, for participants aged 13–17.

## [Hotel Granvia Okayama] Enjoy a summer feast with views from the top floor! Sky View Lunch Buffet—an all-you-can-eat spread of steak, sushi and sweets

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001221.000095932.html
- anchor: #n685363

Hotel Granvia Okayama will hold the “Sky View Lunch Buffet—All-You-Can-Eat Steak, Sushi and Sweets” at Applause on the 19th floor from July 1 to August 31, 2026. The buffet will feature dishes made with local ingredients, a live kitchen and interactive desserts. The price for adults is 6,700 yen.

## Event to be held at FUN+TECH LABO, a hub for robotics companies!

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001581.000108051.html
- anchor: #n685362

Kanagawa Prefecture will hold a hands-on robot-making event at FUN+TECH LABO on June 21, 2026.

## Next-generation dining app “UMAME!” powered by AI agents launches a new feature that recommends restaurants based on “how you feel right now”

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001627.000001511.html
- anchor: #n685361

Gurunavi Inc. will launch a new feature on June 4, 2026, for “UMAME!,” an app equipped with an AI agent that personalizes dining experiences using generative AI. The feature recommends restaurants suited to users’ current mood. Users simply select a dining scenario based on “who,” “mood” and “purpose,” and the app instantly suggests suitable restaurants near their current location, substantially reducing the time and effort spent looking for a place to eat.

## Compact department store offering department-store-style food gifts to open a “Seibu-Sogo Shop” at Aeon LakeTown

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002416.000031382.html
- anchor: #n685360
- Companies mentioned: そごう・西武、イオンモール

そごう・西武 will open a compact department store, the “Seibu-Sogo Shop,” inside Aeon LakeTown in Koshigaya, Saitama Prefecture, on June 11. The new store will cater to demand for gifts.

## 【A travel and fan-activity companion amid rising prices!】WILLER, which operates express bus and travel services, releases its first fan book! “Travel Japan with WILLER” goes on sale 6/15

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002439.000005069.html
- anchor: #n685359

Takarajimasha will release WILLER’s first official fan book, “Travel Japan with WILLER” (¥1,210 including tax), on June 15, 2026. The special bonus is a “WILLER PREMIUM PASSPORT,” offering unlimited access for 1 year and a half to perks such as discounts on express buses and tours, and free seat upgrades.

## 【Hankyu Umeda Main Store】“NEW WATCH PREMIERE 2026,” one of western Japan’s largest watch festivals, brings together the latest 2026 models from watch maisons!

- Published: 2026-06-04T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003019.000014431.html
- anchor: #n685358

Hankyu Hanshin Department Stores will hold “NEW WATCH PREMIERE 2026,” one of western Japan’s largest watch festivals, from June 10 to 23, 2026, at the watch and jewelry galleries in “HANKYU LUXURY” on floors 5 and 6 of Hankyu Umeda Main Store. The event will showcase the latest 2026 models from Cartier and Grand Seiko, among others, and feature events including talk shows, free wristwatch consultations, and a disassembly and assembly demonstration by a Chopard technician.

## Emiko Uenuma to appear as a guest on “Ohayo Personality Masaki Furukawa”! A unique conversation ranging from Furukawa’s marriage consultation to a live song performance

- Published: 2026-06-04T15:52:10+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000744.000040629.html
- anchor: #n685026

ABC Radio announced that Emiko Uenuma will appear as a guest on the program. The first-time conversation will include life advice and a live song performance.

## Illumina receives insurance coverage for its “TruSight™ Oncology Comprehensive Panel System” for cancer genome profiling (CGP) testing

- Published: 2026-06-04T15:51:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000094025.html
- anchor: #n685027

Illumina K.K. announced that, through its partnership with Sysmex Corporation, contract analysis of the “TruSight Oncology Comprehensive” cancer genome profiling test has begun at RIKEN GENESIS, and that the test received insurance coverage effective June 1, 2026.

## Claynel to exhibit at “Good Smile Fest 2026 Tokyo”

- Published: 2026-06-04T15:49:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000092032.html
- anchor: #n685028

Claynel Inc. will exhibit at “Good Smile Fest 2026 Tokyo,” held at Bellesalle Akihabara on June 6–7, 2026, displaying figure prototypes and decoration masters making their debut. The display will include character figures from “Uma Musume: Pretty Derby,” “hololive,” “Goddess of Victory: NIKKE,” “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba,” “ToHeart” and other titles. URLs for online preorders of some products have also been released.

## Hanahatazao, designated as an endangered Class I species, begins to bloom (Hitachi Seaside Park)

- Published: 2026-06-04T15:47:29+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000766.000032901.html
- anchor: #n685029

Hanahatazao, an endangered Class I species, has bloomed in the dune area of Hitachi Seaside Park. The park is working with volunteers to conserve and propagate the species, and will hold special guided tours during the flowering season.

## Understand videos in 3 minutes without subtitles—how Decopy AI is changing the way people gather information

- Published: 2026-06-04T15:46:32+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000178399.html
- anchor: #n685030

ZINGDECK INTL PTE. LTD. has introduced Decopy AI, a subtitle-free video summarization tool that extracts key information from videos in 3 minutes through direct audio recognition and semantic analysis.

## 【Now accepting registrations】Asunoba National Gathering 2026—11th anniversary event—“Considering child poverty and school nonattendance”

- Published: 2026-06-04T15:45:10+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000040.000137030.html
- anchor: #n685031

To mark its 11th anniversary, Asunoba will hold a national gathering on June 13, 2026, focusing on child poverty and school nonattendance. The event will include a presentation of hearing survey findings by its child and youth committee members and a report on its mid-term plan. Admission is free, and attendance is in person only.

## Following Google I/O 2026, we have compiled our views on LLMO measures that stores and small and medium-sized businesses should take in the era of AI search.

- Published: 2026-06-04T15:42:47+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000030.000096030.html
- anchor: #n684713

Trinias Inc. has released its views on the importance of AI search strategies combining MEO and LLMO for stores and small and medium-sized businesses, following announcements at Google I/O 2026.

## 太田市美術館・図書館 美術展「本と美術の展覧会vol.6 なぞる。」を開催！

- Published: 2026-06-04T15:42:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000076.000142628.html
- anchor: #n684714
- Companies mentioned: 太田市、一般財団法人太田市文化スポーツ振興財団、公益財団法人 野村財団

太田市美術館・図書館が2026年7月18日から9月6日まで美術展「本と美術の展覧会vol.6 なぞる。」を開催。3名の作家が文学作品などを「なぞる」作品を展示。

## “That defense protects animal lives, too!” Announcement of a presentation ceremony for Shinnosuke Tokugawa’s support project for rescued dogs and cats

- Published: 2026-06-04T15:41:26+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000085.000084313.html
- anchor: #n684715
- Companies mentioned: 東京ユナイテッドバスケットボールクラブ、東京都動物愛護相談センター

TUBC players 德川慎之介 and 蓮川島 carried out a donation project supporting rescued dogs and cats, with donations based on the number of steals. They made a donation to 東京都動物愛護相談センター to support its activities.

## 100 days until the opening of the “20th Asian Games (2026/Aichi-Nagoya)”: Messages of support to be projected on Chubu Electric Power MIRAI TOWER

- Published: 2026-06-04T15:40:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000052.000160852.html
- anchor: #n684718

To mark 100 days until the opening of the 2026 Asian Games, Chubu Electric Power will project a video of messages of support on the tower’s LED screen at Chubu Electric Power MIRAI TOWER starting June 8. As a Prestige Partner, the company will help build excitement for the Games alongside the local community.

## Cloud-based property information management service ZISEDAI LAND surpasses 300 adopting companies!

- Published: 2026-06-04T15:40:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000162.000051940.html
- anchor: #n684717
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社タスキホールディングス、株式会社ZISEDAI

The number of companies adopting the property information management service ZISEDAI LAND has surpassed 300.

## Report on presentations at Japan’s largest HR event, “HR Conference 2026 Spring”

- Published: 2026-06-04T15:40:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000255.000012000.html
- anchor: #n684716
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社HRビジョン

Internet Infinity spoke at HR Conference 2026 Spring, presenting on support for balancing work and caregiving. Company executives and experts explained caregiving measures from the perspective of those directly affected.

## Steam bundle sale underway to mark Kairosoft’s 30th anniversary: Kairosoft 30th Fair vol.1

- Published: 2026-06-04T15:39:44+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000184662.html
- anchor: #n684719
- Companies mentioned: Valve Corporation

To mark its 30th anniversary, Kairosoft has launched a limited-time Steam bundle sale featuring 4 titles.

## 【In-person idol VTubers】“Quintet” to revamp FANBOX in June, adding individual perks for each member—deepening online connections, with an in-person event on 6/6 (Sat.)

- Published: 2026-06-04T15:37:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000152.000109030.html
- anchor: #n684720

Do not accept the conclusions directly yet; recheck 3 points (1. FANBOX renewal timing, 2. date of the in-person live show, 3. details of member perks). Quintet, part of the VTuber agency Lovebox operated by Blackbox Inc., will revamp the benefits offered through its fan club, pixiv FANBOX, starting in June 2026, adding individual perks devised by each member. It will also hold a solo in-person live show, “Quintet Mini Live ~Secret Chapter~,” at BLUE MOOD in Tsukiji, Tokyo, on June 6, 2026.

## 【Tokyo Tama Consumer Life Center】Applications open for R8 parent-child summer vacation courses

- Published: 2026-06-04T15:36:17+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006656.000052467.html
- anchor: #n684721

The Tokyo Tama Consumer Life Center will hold summer vacation consumer education courses for elementary school students and their guardians. It will offer 2 types of courses, hands-on and on-demand, free of charge. Applications are submitted electronically.

## Cloud Circus’s marketing automation tool “BowNow” integrates with business card management tool “Sansan”

- Published: 2026-06-04T15:36:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000383.000016877.html
- anchor: #n684722
- Companies mentioned: スターティアホールディングス株式会社、クラウドサーカス株式会社、Sansan株式会社

Cloud Circus has released an integration between its marketing automation tool “BowNow” and business card management tool “Sansan.” Business card information in Sansan is automatically synced to BowNow, strengthening coordination between sales and marketing.

## Nippon Medical School, marking its 150th anniversary, proposes “custom-made health screenings”: Yaesu Health Screening Station, a preventive healthcare hub directly connected to Tokyo Station, grand opens on Tuesday, June 30!

- Published: 2026-06-04T15:35:15+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000145653.html
- anchor: #n684723

To mark its 150th anniversary, Nippon Medical School will open Yaesu Health Screening Station inside TOFROM YAESU TOWER, directly connected to Tokyo Station, on June 30, 2026. It will provide proactive preventive healthcare through services such as tailored medical checkups based on individual risk.

## FIA World Endurance Championship Round 6: Fuji 6 Hours endurance race—tickets for the WEC Fuji “TOYOTA RACING Supporters’ Seats” go on sale June 11 (Thursday)

- Published: 2026-06-04T15:34:54+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000395.000077499.html
- anchor: #n684724

Fuji Speedway Co., Ltd. will start selling tickets for the WEC Round 6 Fuji 6 Hours TOYOTA RACING Cheering Seats on June 11, 2026. A fan voting event on X (formerly Twitter) for the original cheering wear design will run from June 6 to June 9, 2026. Additionally, a public viewing and special vehicle exhibition for the Le Mans 24 Hours will be held at Tressa Yokohama on June 13-14, 2026, alongside a free live broadcast on ABEMA.

## Supporting research and industry budget applications | Oxford Instruments publishes its 2026/2027 budget application catalog

- Published: 2026-06-04T15:32:47+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000179925.html
- anchor: #n684726

Oxford Instruments has published a product catalog for 2026/2027 equipment investment and research budget applications, featuring reference prices and specifications for more than 50 products, including EDS/EBSD systems and atomic force microscopes. It also includes solution maps by field and an introduction to its Shinagawa demonstration room.

## いちご Tennis Club player Yuto Oki to compete in the Tokyo Ariake International Open 2026 next week!

- Published: 2026-06-04T15:32:47+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000347.000036834.html
- anchor: #n684725
- Companies mentioned: いちご、テゲバジャーロ宮崎

いちご Tennis Club player Yuto Oki will compete in the Tokyo Ariake International Open 2026, to be held at Ariake Tennis Forest Park in Tokyo from June 7 to 14, 2026. Oki is in his 3rd year as a professional and is ranked 954th in the world.

## Establishment and purpose of the new “associate member” category

- Published: 2026-06-04T15:32:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000111055.html
- anchor: #n684727

The Japan Financial Instruments Intermediaries Association has established an “associate member” category for corporations planning to enter the financial instruments intermediary business. The proposal will be deliberated at the general meeting on June 19, following a board resolution.

## Limited-time event “Terrabito Wedding 2026” launches in the community-built sandbox game Terrabito! Get free skin parts on Wedding Island!

- Published: 2026-06-04T15:32:10+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000332.000113626.html
- anchor: #n684728

CyberStep Holdings will hold the limited-time “Terrabito Wedding 2026” event in Terrabito starting June 4, 2026. Players can enjoy minigames and races to win limited-edition skins, and there will also be sales of exclusive skins and a bonus campaign for Jewel purchases.

## A future that adds an “AI video generation agent” to the short-drama production workflow: TOPVIEW, with more than 5 million users worldwide, launches TOPVIEW Drama Studio and steps up its expansion in Japan

- Published: 2026-06-04T15:31:29+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000180355.html
- anchor: #n684729
- Companies mentioned: ByteDance、Runway、Kling、Seedance

TOPVIEW JAPAN is launching TOPVIEW Drama Studio, a short-drama production platform designed to let users create a complete production on their own with AI scripts and AI direction. The new feature is part of the AI video-generation platform TOPVIEW. The company has more than 5 million users worldwide and is looking toward a future in which AI handles the entire video production workflow.

## Taking support for Japan’s national soccer team to the entire city: Credite Saison launches a large-scale, cross-event promotion across Japan, including Shibuya, the Seibu Line and Hakata

- Published: 2026-06-04T15:31:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000402.000004442.html
- anchor: #n684730

Credite Saison Co., Ltd., a major partner of Japan’s national soccer team, has launched a large-scale promotional project across Japan, including in Shibuya and the Hakata area and with Seibu Railway. The initiative will create opportunities to support the national team throughout the city through a 3D experience event at MIYASHITA PARK (starting May 29, 2026), a live public broadcast by J-WAVE, operation of the Seibu Line “SAMURAI BLUE Train” starting June 8, limited-edition digital cards and an X (formerly Twitter) campaign.

## Atami Pudding and Atami Korakuen Hotel launch their first collaboration room, limited to 1 room per day; dessert collaboration at the popular dinner buffet from last year returns

- Published: 2026-06-04T15:30:41+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000038.000080835.html
- anchor: #n684731

Atami Korakuen Hotel and Atami Pudding will offer their first collaboration room, limited to 1 room per day, from July 18 to September 30, 2026. Guests will receive exclusive gifts and be able to take part in a treasure hunt, while a dessert collaboration at the dinner buffet will also be held.

## Japan’s wide-area tourism promotion using the “Have Fun Pass” to be held at Japan Expo in France

- Published: 2026-06-04T15:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000180800.html
- anchor: #n684760
- Companies mentioned: Tripellet Inc.、SEFA EVENT、日本政府観光局（JNTO）、ユニバーサル・スタジオ・ジャパン（USJ）、JR西日本

Tripellet Inc. will conduct a wide-area tourism promotion at Japan Expo. Using the digital ticket “Have Fun Pass,” it will develop travel routes connecting regional areas with cities.

## GRIFFY’s cloud-based measurement service begins integration with construction OS “e-Stand”

- Published: 2026-06-04T15:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000032.000140985.html
- anchor: #n684759
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社GRIFFY、株式会社ネクストフィールド

GRIFFY’s measurement data is now integrated with construction OS “e-Stand.” By centralizing on-site data, the companies aim to promote digital transformation, streamline administrative work and strengthen safety measures.

## [Awarded for 2 consecutive years] Okamura Foods Industry wins the “Norwegian Mackerel Contribution Award”!

- Published: 2026-06-04T15:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000042.000132384.html
- anchor: #n684758
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オカムラ食品工業

Okamura Foods Industry has won the Norwegian Mackerel Contribution Award for 2 consecutive years. It was recognized for its stable supply of Norwegian mackerel and its efforts to communicate the product’s value through “Okamura Kitchen.”