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Create Re-Born Co., Ltd. sponsored the “Montedio Yamagata 30th Anniversary Legends Match,” held at ND Soft Stadium Yamagata on May 31, 2026, as a uniform sponsor. The logo of its “UNITE” brand appeared on the collarbone area of the uniforms worn by the legendary players.
Mitsubaworks Inc. will release the July 2026 issue of GENIC on June 5. It features diverse photographers’ creative work themed around “color.”
Spicemart announced its May 2026 ranking of smartphone games featured by game-streaming YouTubers. Genshin Impact retained the top spot, while Dragon Quest Smash Grow: Dragon Quest Roguelite RPG entered the top 20. Posts about Petit Planet, currently in beta testing, also increased significantly.
Sang Co., Ltd. opened KIEN in Nishi-Azabu, Tokyo, on Friday, June 5, 2026. The new meat-focused kaiseki restaurant carries on the tradition of Michelin one-star restaurant Niku Kappo Jo, with former sous-chef Hayato Maruko serving as chef-owner. It offers omakase courses that bring out the appeal of Wagyu through varied cooking techniques and delicate craftsmanship, in a setting with 6 counter seats and 1 private room accommodating up to 4 guests.
Focus Co., Ltd., operator of the custom merchandise production service CLAT-JAPAN, has launched 3 Japan-made T-shirt styles—the Japan Silky T-Shirt, Japan Smooth T-Shirt and Japan Oversize T-Shirt—designed with quality and ease of use in mind, along with 3 versatile cap styles: the Basic Mesh Cap, Basic Cotton Cap and Sleek Cap. All are available with full-color printing and are suitable for uses such as store uniforms, events and teamwear.
NPO Nakayoshi Gakuen visited local authorities in Nepal and reported on its education support efforts. It donated socks from 奈良県広陵町 and shared the principle that education and local industry can support peace.
Companies mentioned：Omsatiya Rural Municipality、奈良県広陵町
Original富士商グループホールディングスの傘下である富士産業株式会社は、商工中金が取り扱う「J-クレジット預金」へ2年連続で参加し、2025年度の事業活動に伴うCO₂排出量の一部をオフセットするため、5t-CO₂分のJ-クレジットを無効化した。対象クレジットは「中国木材社有林 五木村管内 森林管理プロジェクト」に由来するものである。
Ascend Co., Ltd. will hold a free online seminar, “Management Reform Led by the CLO,” for CLOs and executives at shipper companies on July 8 and 9, 2026. In response to the revised Logistics Efficiency Act making the appointment of a CLO mandatory, the seminar will explain approaches to using logistics to enhance corporate value.
Hiroshi Sasaki, Representative Director and CEO of Cellest Co., Ltd., will speak at the online conference “Designing Next-Generation Purchase Journeys That Overcome Consumers’ ‘Hassle,’” hosted by MicroAd and UNIVERSE PULSE on June 11, 2026. Drawing on the company’s experience running Zou Neko Channel, with monthly sales of ¥200 million, he will explain how to get started with live commerce without making costly mistakes. The company also operates WABE, an e-commerce mall app dedicated to live commerce, and the Tokibana specialist agency, and offers an advisory-style, hands-on support service launched in January 2026.
BAMBI WATER, operated by Langley Co., Ltd., will launch on Rakuten Fashion, Rakuten Group’s fashion e-commerce site, on June 5, 2026. The brand aims to reach new customer segments, with a focus on its Style Night Bras and tops with built-in cups.
Companies mentioned：楽天グループ株式会社
Through its Straine brand, Aiロボティクス株式会社 released a survey on hair concerns from the rainy season through summer. As climate change prolongs periods of extreme heat, “humidity fatigue” in hair is becoming more serious, and hairstylists’ recommendations to adjust hair care to the season are gaining importance.
Companies mentioned：Aiロボティクス株式会社
4 companies will jointly hold a free online seminar on June 11 about a sales growth model that does not depend on sales ability. The seminar will explain structural design built on coordination among marketing, sales and organizational functions.
Companies mentioned：株式会社インビクタス、株式会社グロースパイロット、Crevo株式会社、株式会社WeBridge
Kort Valuta Co., Ltd. announced a workplace heatstroke prevention initiative model using its next-generation wallet, TwooCa. It encourages employees to take safe actions through point-based incentives and supports corporate health management.
Companies mentioned：TOKYO MX（東京メトロポリタンテレビジョン株式会社）
Nippon Kanzai released 4 videos introducing its core services on its official website. Featuring customer testimonials, the videos highlight greater facility management efficiency and time savings.
Companies mentioned：日本管財ホールディングス株式会社、日本管財株式会社、つくばみらい市
Cezanne Cosmetics will release new shades of its serum concealer and tint lip color in early August.
Flora Notis JILL STUART will launch its limited Clear Neroli collection on July 3, 2026. The brand will offer advance sales, reservations and promotional gifts, proposing a refreshing lifestyle for summer.
Kyokuto Electronics will launch the compact, lightweight portable SSD SUNEAST Revolve R10 mini, with capacities of 512GB and 1TB, on June 5, 2026. It supports maximum read transfer speeds of 1050MB/s and has both USB Type-A and USB Type-C connectors.
Knowledge Work Inc. has begun offering a Windows desktop app for its “Knowledge Work AI Sales Meeting Records” product, which records and analyzes sales meetings using AI. The app can record and analyze both online and in-person sales meetings, and also features automatic detection of Teams and Zoom meetings.
The number of companies adopting “B Cart Credit Card Payments,” the official credit card payment service for the BtoB EC system “B Cart,” has surpassed 300. The service improves the efficiency and convenience of payment operations.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Dai、株式会社ゼウス、一般社団法人日本クレジット協会、日本ネット経済新聞社
Original通販ドットTOKYO株式会社が運営する「パーフェクトスペースカーテン館」は、6月5日10:30から6月8日10:00まで週末セールを開催します。ホテルライクカーテンが全品10%OFFになるほか、最大85%OFFの商品も用意されています。目玉商品として、シャンブレー生地のレースカーテン「フォンティ」（13,800円〜）と、ジャガードカーテン「ボニート」（19,800円〜）が紹介されています。
Perfect Space Curtain Hall, operated by 通販ドットTOKYO株式会社, has begun selling original kids’ curtains featuring dinosaurs, airplanes and work trucks. The company proposes room designs that incorporate children’s favorite things into their surroundings and nurture their curiosity.
Companies mentioned：通販ドットTOKYO株式会社
Kinko’s is collaborating for the 4th time with the artist Yoshida Yamada. The tour-linked initiative will include limited-edition cards and in-store events, creating engaging in-person experiences.
Companies mentioned：キンコーズ・ジャパン株式会社
Hair care brand “Linon” will hold a limited-time pop-up store at @cosme OSAKA in Osaka for 7 days, from June 10, 2026, through June 16. The store will feature a booth using visuals of brand ambassador ME:I. It will sell hair care and styling products, including “Linon Straight Shampoo & Treatment” and “Linon Lock Oil,” for the rainy season, and host a lottery-style event for customers who follow the brand on social media.
Nail Quick, a nail salon operated by Nonstress Inc., is marking the 30th anniversary of the opening of its 1st location in 1996. To show its appreciation, it will offer commemorative gifts exclusively to returning customers.
The burger shop at “Shikotsu Lake Tsuruga Resort Spa Mizu no Uta,” operated by 鶴雅観光開発株式会社, has reopened as “Mizu no Uta BURGER LOCH.” Open for the summer season only, it serves hamburgers made with ingredients from Hokkaido.
Companies mentioned：鶴雅観光開発株式会社
Sleep brand “NELL” has been introduced at ホテルニューオータニ大阪. Its strong motion-isolation performance and reliability met the selection criteria of the luxury hotel.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Morght、ホテルニューオータニ大阪
Tess Holdings has begun trial operations at its EFB pellet plant in Indonesia. The company is advancing the conversion of agricultural residues into biomass fuel ahead of operations starting in June 2026.
Companies mentioned：テスホールディングス株式会社、PT PTEC RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
A commemorative Woodstock debut novelty pin badge will be distributed at WOODSTOCK NEST starting June 19, 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社寺子屋、Peanuts Worldwide
The NPO Suma Universal Beach Project will hold the “Kaizuka Universal Beach Experience Event at Nishikinohama 2026” on July 18, 2026, at Nishikinohama Beach in Kaizuka, Osaka Prefecture. The event will feature beach mat installation and the use of amphibious wheelchairs. Participation is free, and approximately 8 groups of people with disabilities and their families are being invited.
Channel Corporation Inc. and Eclect Inc. have signed a technology partnership agreement to promote integration between Rakuten Ichiba and “Channel Talk,” an AI agent for understanding customers. The companies will develop an integration app compatible with Rakuten Ichiba’s messaging system, “R-Messe,” to help merchants on Rakuten Ichiba improve the efficiency of customer service, advance DX and enhance the customer experience (CX). App testing is underway, with an official release planned following a PoC.
SWITCHBOT has launched the “Outdoor Pan-Tilt Camera 5MP,” featuring AI-powered situation analysis. In addition to high-definition video, the camera uses AI to describe events in words, making security and monitoring more convenient.
Companies mentioned：SWITCHBOT株式会社
株式会社PRIZMA analyzed the research habits of business professionals and demonstrated the effectiveness of data-driven agile decision-making. It is promoting “Sakurisa,” a tool that enables the “short-term, multiple-survey” approach prevalent at high-growth companies.
Companies mentioned：株式会社PRIZMA
With support from Enerbank Inc., Sakura City, Chiba Prefecture, used the Eneoku reverse electricity auction to switch the power supply for 54 facilities, including city hall, to effectively 100% renewable energy starting in April 令和8年. The move achieved cost savings of approximately 60 million yen and reduced greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 3,500 t-CO2.
Entertainment matchmaking service “pato” has launched a partnership landing page for businesses such as restaurants and nightclubs, and begun accepting new partnership applications via its official LINE account. The page clearly lists the partnership details and supports businesses in attracting customers and increasing sales.
Companies mentioned：株式会社キネカ
Mingaku launched “Interactive App Development Studio,” a new feature of “School AI,” on June 4, 2026. Users can create educational apps without coding through conversations with AI.
INTLOOP Inc. has moved its “AI-centric company” vision, set out in its mid-term management plan “INTLOOP VISION 2030,” into full-scale implementation and begun transforming its business. Centered on an integrated structure of in-house AI implementation, external sales of AI agent products, collaboration with startups and use of a global talent network, the company aims to lead AI implementation at Japanese companies and achieve revenue of 1,000億円 and operating profit of 150億円 in the fiscal year ending July 2030.
Smilegate Megaport is holding the first official cosplay contest for the RPG “Chaos Zero Nightmare” from May 27 to July 5, 2026. The grand prize is an Amazon e-gift card worth 200,000 yen.
Original特定非営利活動法人ほっぺは、2026年6月20日に兵庫県三木市のハートフルプラザ3階にて、0歳から小学生の親子を対象とした音楽イベント「0歳から小学生・親子で楽しむ音楽あそび♪」を開催する。講師には音楽家で特別支援学校教員のマキ先生を迎え、生の楽器演奏や音楽紙芝居などを1家族500円で体験できる。
Four companies in the Hakuhodo DY Group will present research at the 40th Annual Conference of 人工知能学会 (JSAI2026). They will hold 2 organized sessions and deliver 14 oral presentations, sharing insights on AI applications in marketing and interaction with people.
Companies mentioned：株式会社博報堂ＤＹホールディングス、株式会社博報堂テクノロジーズ、株式会社博報堂メディカル、株式会社グロースデータ、人工知能学会
Kaiseisha Co., Ltd. released “Playing with KAKO Satoshi’s Picture Books!” by Eri Hayami, with support from the Kako Research Institute, on June 2, 2026. The book proposes crafts and activities inspired by beloved picture books such as “The Crow’s Bakery,” bringing picture books into childcare settings. The list price is 2,530 yen (tax included).
Applications are being accepted for an exhibition event for startups to be held at Grand Hyatt Tokyo on July 17, 2026, alongside the Startup World Cup 2026 Tokyo Regional Competition hosted by Pegasus Tech Ventures. The application deadline is June 30, and spaces will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Maizuru City will hold a hydrangea garden event at Maizuru Nature and Culture Park. Visitors can view 100,000 hydrangeas across approximately 100 varieties.
GALLUSYS Co., Ltd., developer of the blockchain game “SNPIT,” has announced a collaboration with Casio Computer Co., Ltd.’s “VIRTUAL G-SHOCK.” Starting June 17, 2026, it will begin selling limited-edition NFT items called “G-SHOCK Mint Scrolls,” which let users generate special “G-SHOCK cameras” equipped with damage-proof “toughness features.” The items will be sold in quantities of 1,000 Common (SNPT worth 3,000 yen) and 500 Uncommon (SNPT worth 4,500 yen), with sales beginning in sequence.
AI Shift, Inc. announced the full launch of its automated phone support service, “AI Worker VoiceAgent,” at Kobe City’s Tax Department. Working with NTT Marketing Act ProCX, the company achieved an automated response rate of more than 65% during a trial from August to October 2025. It aims to automatically handle more than 70% of general, routine inquiries about resident tax.
Morita Co., Ltd. will launch “Morita Authentic Plum Liqueur, Aged 20 Years,” made with 100% plums from Fukui Prefecture and aged for 20 years, in limited quantities of approximately 8,000 bottles nationwide on June 8, 2026. It will be available at mass retailers, specialty liquor stores and online shops. The suggested retail price is open.
Kamakura Pasta will open its first location in Fukushima Prefecture on July 28, 2026, on the 1st floor of S-PAL Fukushima. The restaurant is operated by 株式会社鎌倉パスタ.
Companies mentioned：仙台ターミナルビル株式会社、株式会社鎌倉パスタ
The fresh fish specialty store “Uogashidokoro Sen” will reopen on June 18, 2026, on the 1st floor of S-PAL Fukushima. It is operated by 株式会社仙令平庄.
Companies mentioned：仙台ターミナルビル株式会社、株式会社仙令平庄
Koala Japan is holding a sale from June 5 to 21, 2026, with discounts of up to 20% on all products. The sale offers ideas for improving sleep in summer.
Ishiya Shōji will hold a summer-exclusive “Lemon Fair” from June 9 to August 31, 2026, at ISHIYA NIHONBASHI, its only directly operated cafe outside Hokkaido. The fair will feature 3 new lemon-based menu items, including its signature pancakes, parfaits and drinks.
Companies mentioned：石屋商事株式会社
Original株式会社SQUEEZEは、大阪市浪速区日本橋エリアにおいて、第一リアルター株式会社が所有・開発を手掛け、自社が企画・システム導入・現地オペレーションを担うアパートメントホテル「Minn 難波日本橋」を2026年7月に開業する。本施設は、全室40㎡以上で最大8名まで宿泊可能な48室（最大収容人数299名）を備え、和魂洋才と大阪らしい「粋」をコンセプトとした空間設計が特徴。また、インバウンドやグループ需要、将来的なIPコラボレーションにも対応可能な柔軟な設計を採用し、24時間対応のクラウドレセプションとキーレス運用を提供する。
Long-established Japanese confectionery shop Okamedo will bring back its new-style sweet “Goro-Goro Fresh Strawberry Milk Bomb Daifuku” in limited quantities starting in June 2026. Made with nonstandard strawberries from Toyohashi, the product offers 3 textures depending on the thawing time and has a shelf life of 3 hours after thawing.
Awaji Highway Oasis will launch its “Setouchi Lemon Fair” on June 5. It will step up promotion of local products and expand the fair to other facilities in the area on July 1.
Companies mentioned：ユーアールエー株式会社
Around 1,200 people attended a health event held by asken in Shinagawa on May 16, 2026. A total of 93% said they would attend again.
Companies mentioned：日清シスコ株式会社、協同乳業株式会社、アサヒグループ食品株式会社、株式会社310LIFE、石井食品株式会社、イマジニア株式会社、江崎グリコ株式会社、オイシックス・ラ・大地株式会社、大塚食品株式会社、Hug & Treat
Hokkahokka Tei marks its 50th anniversary and announces a new vision. It is launching the commemorative “50!dea” project, which includes a collaboration with ドズル社 and initiatives for its app.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ほっかほっか亭総本部、ドズル社
Dr.ルルルン株式会社 will launch “Nara LuLuLun (Herbal Scent),” a new product in its region-exclusive “Traveling LuLuLun” series, on June 5, 2026. The product uses traditional herbs from Nara Prefecture, known as Yamato herbs, and will be sold mainly in Nara Prefecture and at select stores in Osaka and Kyoto prefectures. The face mask brings the benefits of herbs with a history of more than 1300 years to the skin.
Companies mentioned：Dr.ルルルン株式会社
The basketball team from Wow High School made its first appearance at the Okayama Prefecture High School Spring Basketball Tournament for Part-Time and Correspondence Schools and won the championship. The team’s members are correspondence high school students based across the country. In an unusual feat, they practiced together for the first time the day before the tournament.
東京理科大学 and AIST have uncovered the mechanism behind performance degradation in silicon qubits. They explained improved gate fidelity at approximately 200 mK through electron transitions, contributing to the design of next-generation computers.
Companies mentioned：東京理科大学、産業技術総合研究所
Branch Out and Fuji Consumer Products sign a licensing agreement for Ponkickies; apparel and fashion accessories to be developed.
Companies mentioned：合同会社フジ・コンシューマ・プロダクツ
Natsume Publishing will release a practical guide to dog care and training on June 15, 2026. Supervised by Hiroki Nishioka. List price: 1,650 yen.
Gaprise announced the release of an official integration connector between Contentsquare and Anthropic’s AI, Claude. The connector enables customer behavior data analysis in natural language and speeds up corporate decision-making.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ギャプライズ、Contentsquare S.A.、Anthropic、富士経済グループ
Hotel New Otani Hakata, operated by New Otani Kyushu Co., Ltd., will hold its summer-only “Frappe Collection 2026” from June 15 to September 30, 2026. The 1st-floor Green House Cafe & Restaurant will serve the new “Aromatic Fruit Mixed Berry Frappe” (2,300 yen), made with granola supervised by Executive Chef Nakajima, and the signature “Hoshi no Rikyu” (1,897 yen), made with tea leaves from Hoshino Village in Yame, Fukuoka.
Originalフタバ株式会社の「ROKKAKU」が「文具女子博トーキョー2026」に出店。限定商品やコラボステーショナリーを先行販売する。
Companies mentioned：フタバ株式会社、marble SUD、ditto ditto
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government’s startup support program “TOKYO STARTUP GATEWAY 2026” has opened applications. Nobuyuki Sakuma will feature in its advertising as it seeks young entrepreneurs.
Companies mentioned：NPO法人ETIC.
Fund 90 of TECROWD, a real estate crowdfunding platform operated by TECRA Co., Ltd., titled “Minamihanahata, Adachi Ward: Welfare Facility Land Development Project,” ended operations on May 29, 2026, and completed principal redemption and distribution payments on June 4 of the same year. The fund raised a total of 709.5 million yen, and total preferred investment distributions came to 38,385,000 yen. Against an expected annual yield of 10.50%, the actual annual yield was approximately 11.27%. Cumulative redemptions across TECROWD have also exceeded 31.2 billion yen, with an average actual annual yield of 10.31%.
Manbaken, a miso ramen specialty brand operated by Garden Co., Ltd., will open Manbaken Omori in Tokyo’s Ota Ward on June 8, 2026 (Monday). To mark the opening, regular-size miso ramen will be offered for 619 yen (680 yen including tax) on that day only.
massenext Co., Ltd. released pianist and composer-arranger Eiko Suzuki’s digital single “Night Air” through post-classical label NEXTVIEW Labels on June 5, 2026. The work was recorded using a felt piano and centers on the “air of the night” in the late hours.
Nikkei Business Publications, Inc. will accept entries from June 5 to July 31, 2026, for the Student AI Leaders Awards, which recognize outstanding AI-powered research and learning by students at graduate schools, universities, and colleges of technology. The awards have natural sciences and social sciences categories. The top prize is 500,000 yen and the excellence prize is 200,000 yen. The final judging and awards ceremony will be held at Tokyo International Forum on September 29, 2026.
Achi Village in Nagano Prefecture will hold a matchmaking event in collaboration with the program “Shinkon-san Irasshai!” to mark the village’s 70th anniversary. The event will support connections among single people aged 30-45 through stargazing and hot springs.
Companies mentioned：朝日放送テレビ、名古屋産業大学、懐石と炉ばたの宿 吉弥
Toyota City and AlphaDrive have launched the 2026 edition of their new business creation program “SPARK.” The program offers training and ongoing support focused on the use of AI.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アルファドライブ
HVC KYOTO has announced 12 finalists for its Demo Day supporting healthcare startups. The event will be held in July 2026 and will also include UK startups.
Companies mentioned：日本貿易振興機構（ジェトロ）、京都府、京都市、京都リサーチパーク株式会社
PARCELLE JEWELRY’s Yokohama store has announced its June jewelry events, including a special customer appreciation event, a pop-up shop, and a store-exclusive collection.
Companies mentioned：横浜髙島屋
Tokyo-born PARCELLE JEWELRY will hold numerous events at its Abeno Harukas store in June, including 1-day-only events and offerings from sister brands.
Companies mentioned：あべのハルカス近鉄本店
PARCELLE JEWELRY’s Ehime Matsuyama store has announced its June events: Petite Boutique, STONE marché, TRUNK SHOW, and CARAVAN.
Companies mentioned：株式会社PARCELLE、株式会社パーセル、いよてつ髙島屋
Original株式会社Kids Publicは、東京都町田市が実施する「学校保健DXに向けたデータ連携基盤（PMH-Web）の構築」実証実験において、小児科専門医の知見を提供する専門家として参画した。代表の橋本直也氏（小児科専門医）が一般社団法人こどもDX推進協会の推薦を受け、診察現場で違和感のない「児童生徒ペルソナ」のダミーデータを構築した。実証実験は2026年2月〜3月に実施され、藤の台小学校と鶴川第二中学校の養護教諭、保護者役の町田市職員50名、町田市民病院の小児科医3名が参加した。結果、保護者1人あたり平均9分25秒の書類作成時間短縮、案内発行等の学校事務作業の99.9%以上削減、79.2%の保護者負担軽減実感などの効果が確認された。
Yappli Food Connect, a subsidiary of Yappli, has launched a subscription feature for Yappli MobileOrder, a mobile ordering service managed through LINE mini apps. The feature enables automatic billing of flat-rate fees and integration with mobile orders, allowing businesses to offer benefits such as menus exclusive to paid members. It helps stores reduce payment-collection work and attract repeat customers by offering exclusive experiences.
IKUSA Co., Ltd. will exhibit at the Benefits EXPO within the 25th General Affairs, Human Resources & Accounting Week [Tokyo], to be held at Tokyo Big Sight from June 17 to 19, 2026. The company will introduce hands-on in-house recreation and events, including chanbara battles and activity-based employee training.
Sankin Shoji Co., Ltd. will offer its popular “Airio Baby Cool Seat,” which has earned an average rating of 4.4 or higher on Rakuten, at a special price during the Rakuten Super Sale, running from June 4 to June 11. The product features a downward-facing fan, a built-in battery that eliminates the need for wiring, and compatibility with strollers and child car seats.
Watts Co., Ltd. opened a new store, Watts Mukocho Store, inside Mukocho Shopping Center in Minamiyama, Mukocho, Muko, Kyoto Prefecture, on June 5, 2026. In addition to daily necessities such as kitchen, cleaning and laundry supplies, it offers a wide range of household goods at low prices, including stationery, interior accessories and mobile-related products. The company operated 1,926 stores nationwide as of the end of April 2026 and plans to continue expanding aggressively.
Inaba Foods is running a recipe remix and giveaway campaign for “Inaba Sakutaro Dashi” until 23:59 on June 6, tomorrow. 12 winners will receive a 30-pack.
Kaonavi announced that adoption of Government Cloud, its plan for government agencies under the talent management system Kaonavi, has grown to about 5 times the first-year level, marking 5 years since its launch. Its security, backed by its first certification under the ISMAP security assessment system, has supported wider adoption by government agencies. An online networking event exclusively for government agencies, featuring speakers from the National Personnel Authority and Yokosuka City, is scheduled for July 24, 2026, with free admission.
Playatre Tsuchiura, operated by Atre Co., Ltd., has been commissioned by the Tsukuba-Kasumigaura Ring Ring Road Utilization Promotion Council to organize Ibaraki K1 Ride 2026, a cycling event around Kasumigaura, on November 29, 2026. Entries are now open.
Wani Books released the 3rd digital photo book by Yuka Suzuki on June 5.
Franchise Business Incubation Co., Ltd. will open Naruse Eel Fuji Store in Nagatoori, Fuji, Shizuoka Prefecture, on June 6, 2026. The eel specialty restaurant is built around the concept “Eat your fill of delicious eel!” and serves authentic unaju meals starting in the 1,000-yen range. According to the company, portions are 1.5 times larger and cost about half as much as at traditional long-established restaurants. Systematized in-store operations have cut serving time to about 10 minutes.
Diamond Head launches the foldable foot bath RM-239H. Its bubbles and heater can be controlled independently.
Companies mentioned：ダイアモンドヘッド株式会社
On May 28, 2026, Atsushi Oku, director of the Human Resources Policy Division at the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, and others visited Craif Inc.’s research lab at Nagoya University. They were introduced to the bio-AI analysis technology behind MySignal®, a urine-based cancer risk test, as well as the lab’s automated research environment.
System Service Co., Ltd. will roll out prize items featuring the character SIROCARA at amusement facilities in stages starting June 2026. The first release is “Sea Creature Mascots,” followed by “Ice Cream Plush Pouches.”
株式会社ルートート surveyed 500 women about summer outings. Tote bags ranked first for summer bags. To address concerns about carrying more and dealing with the heat, the company will hold its “#TotesForSummer” fair starting June 5.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ルートート、クロス・マーケティング社
au Commerce & Life Co., Ltd. will hold the “Super Super Points Festival” on the comprehensive shopping site au PAY Market from June 7 to June 12, 2026. Ponta Pass members will receive up to 7% back in points depending on the purchase amount, rising to a maximum of 36% when combined with store offers and Buy-Toku Members benefits. Purchases of eligible products will also earn at least 20% and up to 30% back in points. The event will feature a lottery for coupons worth up to 10,000 yen off and early sales of limited-edition products.
株式会社西東社 will release “Summit Showdown! Super-Giant Creatures: The Strongest Champion,” the latest in the Summit Showdown series, which has sold 680,000 copies in total, on June 5, 2026. A visual encyclopedia about giant creatures, the book is primarily aimed at elementary school students.
Companies mentioned：株式会社西東社
Kenchi ku Shiryo Research Institute Co., Ltd. will release “Designcon 2025 Fukui official book,” edited by the National Federation of Kosen Colleges, on June 4, 2026. The book features proposals across all 5 divisions—space, structure, creativity, AM and pre-Designcon—from 274 works by 43 colleges of technology that participated in the 22nd National College of Technology Design Competition (Designcon 2025 Fukui). It also includes works that advanced to the finals, scenes from the competitions and judging, and judges’ comments, accompanied by extensive photographs. The list price is 1,980 yen.
TechTouch, Inc. announced that its digital adoption platform (DAP), TechTouch, has been adopted for Osaka Prefecture’s Osaka Business Portal, which launches on June 5, 2026. IT FORCE株式会社 built the portal on Salesforce and “Kansakun.” It digitizes applications for subsidies to medical institutions and other organizations to address wage increases and rising prices. By enabling no-code additions to screens, such as pop-up guides, the platform aims to standardize user proficiency, reduce inquiries, improve the convenience of application procedures and promote digital transformation in local government—all without modifying existing systems.
Sagami Restaurants Co., Ltd. will hold “Father’s Day Appreciation Week” at 167 Sagami Japanese Noodle Restaurant locations from June 15 to June 21, 2026, offering eel dishes at special appreciation prices.
Original株式会社バイウィル、西十勝森林組合、株式会社北海道銀行の3者は、2026年6月3日に「J-クレジットを活用したカーボンニュートラルに関する連携協定」を締結した。3者は森林経営活動を通じたJ-クレジットの創出・流通を進め、地産地消による北海道の脱炭素化を促進する。
FM Yokohama and ダイナシティ are collaborating to hold “DYNA-FESTA,” an event marking ダイナシティ’s 26th anniversary, from Sep. 19 to 21, 2026. Plans include a live broadcast before an audience, live performances, a performance stage open to public submissions, and food trucks.
Companies mentioned：FMヨコハマ（横浜エフエム放送）、ダイナシティ
Marty Co., Ltd. will hold a special workshop on July 28, 2026, at Geinō Kadensha, led by 楠神貴大, a current principal dancer with the Royal New Zealand Ballet. The workshop will be held as a related event to the “Ballet Ensemble Gala 2026 Kanto performance” and will offer a classical lesson, a pointe class, and a private lesson for 1 participant only.
’47 (Forty Seven) will release 14 “CLEAN UP” cap models in nuanced colors inspired by gelato starting in June. The lineup includes 2 styles featuring MLB team logos and names, adding a light accent to early-summer outfits.
コアミックス will release 3 new Zenon Comics titles on June 5. Preview information for each title is also available.
Companies mentioned：コアミックス、マンガボックス
カンリー, a SaaS provider for store information management, will hold an online seminar for the food supermarket industry from June 16 to 18, 2026, on customer behavior and information outreach in the age of AI search.
Companies mentioned：Google、Yahoo!、Apple
Another works, Inc. has launched “複業プランナーAI,” which recommends an optimal hiring plan for side-job talent based on information entered by a company about its challenges. The service streamlines the process from organizing challenges to defining requirements for companies with little experience hiring specialized talent.
Drecom Co., Ltd. has announced that it will hold its own panel, “Drecom Industry Panel,” at “Anime Expo 2026,” one of the world’s largest anime events, in Los Angeles. 『ブレイド&バスタード』 voice actors 古川慎 and 山下大輝, along with the work’s producers, will appear and share the latest information on projects in development for anime adaptations and more.