“Heatstroke Countermeasures Industry-Academia-Government Collaboration Consortium” established to unite expertise from industry, government and academia
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Nine founding organizations, including the National Institute for Environmental Studies, the Environmental Restoration and Conservation Agency and the Echonet Consortium, established the “Heatstroke Countermeasures Industry-Academia-Government Collaboration Consortium” on June 5, 2026, to reduce heatstroke risks caused by climate change and put countermeasures into practice. The consortium will conduct joint research and share information, and will hold an online seminar to mark its establishment on June 10, 2026.
株式会社SDAT relocates and upgrades its Fukuoka logistics hub to Shingu Town
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株式会社SDAT will relocate its Fukuoka logistics hub to Shingu Town to expand its business in the Kyushu region and improve customer service. Shipping operations at the new distribution center will begin on June 15, 2026. The move will strengthen storage and shipping capabilities to meet growing demand from the semiconductor and automotive industries.
[Free entry and admission] “MY BEST 2026,” a new kind of body transformation event where participants are not ranked
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株式会社ワールドフィット will hold “MY BEST 2026,” a new-format body transformation event that does not rank participants, for free in Shibuya on July 18, 2026. The event will recognize challenge, change and personal stories, and is open to beginners and people of a wide range of ages. It will feature 3 divisions and sponsor-provided prizes.
Research AI DeepReaserch vs. Perplexity vs. Genspark seminar to be held
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The Miyazaki Prefecture Federation of Societies of Commerce and Industry will hold a seminar on research AI, explaining how to choose between DeepReaserch, Perplexity and Genspark. The event will take place on July 7, 2026, in a free hybrid format.
[Eikei University] Inaugural ceremony for the Hiroshima Value Shift Program held Monday, June 1
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Eikei University has launched the “Hiroshima Value Shift Program.” The program aims to help solve management challenges by matching core personnel with local companies.
Make an informed decision about adopting drone surveying with the new LiDAR “DJI ZENMUSE L3.” Free seminar in Fukuoka on Thursday, June 25, covering surveying data collection, analysis and use
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Sekido will hold a free seminar in Fukuoka on June 25, 2026, explaining how to use the new laser surveying module “DJI ZENMUSE L3.”
For summer skies and busy days alike: introducing the “Dual-Core Series,” a new collection of lightweight polyurethane and leather designed to keep you moving.
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Motherhouse Co., Ltd. has launched a new “Dual-Core Series” combining water-based polyurethane made in Bangladesh with genuine leather. The products feature elegant designs that combine the lightness and strength of low-environmental-impact water-based polyurethane with the beauty of cowhide. The lineup includes 3 styles—a tote bag (¥34,100 including tax), a one-shoulder bag (¥37,400 including tax) and a backpack (¥39,600 including tax)—available in 3 colors: black, greige and beige.
Schott, the leather brand operated by TSI, will launch its first original silver jewelry collection, “The SILVER” COLLECTION, exclusively at select flagship stores in certain cities, beginning at Schott West on June 12, 2026. The new pieces, made with 925 sterling silver, include 9 styles across 2 categories, “Rancher” and “New York.”
Online seminar on hiring foreign drivers to be held June 25 (Thursday)
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PERSOL Global Workforce will hold a free online seminar on hiring foreign drivers on June 25. The seminar will explain everything from obtaining licenses, amid frequent changes to the relevant systems, to practical hiring plans for companies considering recruitment.
Companies mentioned：PERSOL Global Workforce株式会社、パーソルグループ
Notice of investment offering for “TASUKI FUNDS,” a real estate investment crowdfunding service: Tasuki Capital-Focused Fund No. 19 #1
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株式会社タスキ has opened subscriptions for Fund No. 19 through “TASUKI FUNDS.” The fund will have an operating period of approximately 9 months and invest in a property in Koto Ward, Tokyo.
Limited-quantity early release: Beauty that transforms like origami. This 2-in-1 folding gadget stand can be used as either a “laptop stand” or a “vertical stand” simply by changing its position.
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FIKLIK launched a lightweight 2-in-1 folding stand featuring an origami-inspired geometric design on June 5. It works both as a PC stand and as a vertical stand.
Summer L-size fair! Buy a T-shirt and turn Kairo-kun into Yappy
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In celebration of its 30th anniversary, Kairosoft has launched its “Summer L-Size Fair” to clear excess L-size inventory caused by an ordering mistake.
Plant brand MOLLIS to hold MOLLIS EXHIBIT 2026 at 2 locations in Shiga and Tokyo
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KINTO will hold events for plant brand “MOLLIS” in Shiga and Tokyo. The events will showcase the brand’s farm to the public for the first time and offer workshops, presenting a lifestyle of living with plants.
“Ship Class,” an interactive event where visitors can talk directly with deck officers and engineers, to be held at the Mitsui O.S.K. Lines Museum Funeshiru!
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Mitsui O.S.K. Lines will hold “Ship Class” again at Funeshiru in Osaka on June 6, 2026. In this interactive event, active seafarers will talk about their work and daily lives.
“Automotive Engineering Exposition 2026 NAGOYA” to be held for 3 days starting June 17
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The Automotive Engineering Exposition 2026 NAGOYA, organized by the Society of Automotive Engineers of Japan, will open on June 17. The exhibition, the largest ever, will feature 541 companies and focus on DX and next-generation mobility technologies.
Ryoji Baba, president and representative director of rYojbaba, the parent organization of the Sakai Orthopedic Clinic Group, to ring the Nasdaq Opening Bell
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Ryoji Baba, president and representative director of 株式会社rYojbaba, rang the Nasdaq Opening Bell. As a Japan-origin company tackling social issues, it shared its “Fight Poverty” vision with the world and aims to achieve global growth.
“giftee for Business” to provide digital gifts as Yamaha Motor shareholder benefits, combining cost savings on shipping and labor with convenience for shareholders
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株式会社ギフティ’s “giftee for Business” has been selected for Yamaha Motor’s shareholder benefits, with distribution beginning in March 2026. API integration will reduce shipping costs while ensuring convenience.
Fashion subscription service AnotherADdress to begin renting 401 pieces from “roop Award 2025-2026 entries,” created by 86 designers, on Friday, June 5
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AnotherADdress, operated by 大丸松坂屋百貨店, will begin renting 401 award-winning pieces from roop Award 2025-2026 on June 5. A total of 86 designers took part.
Banyan Tree Documentation Project! Tell us about your favorite banyan tree!
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Asumui Hikes in Kunigami Village, Okinawa Prefecture, and Valley of Gangala in Nanjo, Okinawa Prefecture, both operated by Nanto Co., Ltd., have launched a photobook project to document and preserve banyan trees and people’s memories of them across Okinawa. The book will feature more than 1,000 works photographed by banyan tree photographer Takehiro Komachi during more than 100 visits to Okinawa over 20 years, as well as new photographs taken in late June 2026. Okinawa residents are invited to submit locations, local names, memories and photos from June 5 to 19. Selected contributors will receive free admission tickets (5 people or 1 group).
U-NEXT’s first children’s program, “Ugo Kousaku,” wins the top prize with the highest score at Prix Jeunesse 2026, one of the world’s largest international competitions for children’s programming
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U-NEXT children’s program “Ugo Kousaku” won the top prize at Prix Jeunesse 2026 with the highest score of 8.9 among all entries. It came out on top among 66 programs from 23 countries. A new series and workshops are planned for this summer.
“GEEK PICTURES Pop-up Gallery” to open for 2 days only in Cannes, France, the host city of Cannes Lions! A collection of Japan-origin creative works by GEEK PICTURES spanning film, art and music
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GEEK PICTURES will hold a pop-up gallery in Cannes, France, for 2 days to coincide with Cannes Lions. Through exhibits of film, AI-generated Japanese-style painting and background CG services, the company will showcase its creative capabilities to the world.
Touch Wave Flag Project announces completion of flag display
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FC Imabari worked with local residents to upcycle banners slated for disposal into cheering flags. The flags were displayed on the stadium’s temporary perimeter fencing on May 10, 2026.
The Toshima Mirai Cultural Foundation will present “Music in the Forest of Light,” a participatory concert where sound and light intertwine, as part of the co-hosted program “Toshima Art Summer Festival 2026.” It will be held at Toshima Civic Center from August 6 to August 8, 2026. Visitors can enjoy the event while lying down or relaxing.
Bringing the appeal of udon as Japanese food to the U.S. Launching 3 frozen udon dishes with toppings that combine authentic flavor and convenience
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TableMark will launch 3 frozen udon dishes with toppings that can be prepared in a microwave for the U.S. market. It will begin local rollout at an exhibition in June 2026.
Internal communications tool “THANKS GIFT” selected for the TOP100 of “ITreview The Best Software in Japan 2026”!
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“THANKS GIFT,” an organizational improvement platform operated by 株式会社Take Action, was selected for the TOP65 of “ITreview The Best Software in Japan 2026” and won No.1 in 3 categories: “Peer Bonus,” “Motivation Management Systems,” and “Employee Retention Tools.” “RefaAlum,” a referral and alumni recruitment support tool, also won No.1.
PLAY Co., Ltd. announced that Kenichi Maruyama became chief technology officer (CTO) effective June 5, 2026. Maruyama joined the company as a new graduate in 2016 and has held roles including development of “ULIZA” and head of development for “PLAY CLOUD.” He succeeds the former head of the Technology Infrastructure Department as the new CTO, with the aim of advancing technology strategies aligned with business strategy, building a strong development organization, and improving development productivity.
Who handles the practical tasks, and who pays the costs? The realities of family caregiving burdens differ completely by sibling birth order (eldest, middle, or youngest child)
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A survey by 株式会社Speee found that the division of practical tasks and costs in family caregiving, as well as disputes among siblings, varies considerably depending on birth order: eldest, middle, or youngest child.
Terra Drone signs sales agency agreement for “TerraXross 1” with U.S. company DSLRPros, promoting its use in key sectors such as industrial applications, social infrastructure, and public safety
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Terra Drone signed a sales agency agreement with U.S. company DSLRPros for the “Terra Xross 1” indoor inspection drone. The deal will accelerate field deployment in the North American market.
Companies mentioned：DSLRPros、Enterprise UAS、Green Sky Group
Preferred negotiating party selected through public proposal process to make use of former branch office site / Kawanishi City, Hyogo Prefecture
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Kawanishi City, Hyogo Prefecture, solicited proposals from businesses to make use of the former branch office site and selected 株式会社はーとふる as its preferred negotiating party. The company's proposal was recognized for its contribution to regional revitalization through attracting a family restaurant and developing a community exchange hub.
Eyes Co., which operates “Faclog,” partners with Labol Co. to begin jointly operating an AI factoring service
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Eyes Co. and Labol Co. began jointly operating “EL Factoring,” an AI factoring service. The service integrates a comparison platform with instant AI screening to improve convenience.
“T-4OO,” a high-accuracy industrial translation tool with a 0.05% correction rate, to showcase agentic AI at JPCA Show 2026
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Rosetta Co., Ltd. will exhibit a live demonstration of the “Ultra-High Accuracy (Deliberate)” mode of “T-4OO,” a high-accuracy industrial translation AI powered by agentic AI, whose sentence-level correction rate has improved to 0.05%. The demonstration will be held at the Electronics Total Solution Exhibition (JPCA Show 2026), taking place at Tokyo Big Sight from June 10 to 12, 2026.
【 OI Summit 2026 】The gateway to open innovation! Entries open for “Open Innovation Gate,” a co-creation pitch battle
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株式会社eiicon has opened entries for “Open Innovation Gate,” a pitch battle held as part of “OI Summit 2026.” The contest is seeking outstanding co-creation projects, with the final judging to take place on September 11.
First in Nagasaki Prefecture! GiGO opens a crane game specialty store in Omura City: “GiGO Crane Game Oasis Sun Spa Omura” grand opening Saturday, June 13, 2026, at 10 a.m.
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株式会社GENDA GiGO Entertainment is opening a GiGO crane game specialty store in Omura City, Nagasaki Prefecture, marking its first location in the prefecture.
【Oriental Hotels & Resorts】Voting opens for the “Traveling Local Gourmet Project 2026 Second Installment” campaign, featuring regional dishes from across Japan at hotels
Michael Jackson’s official merchandise store “KING OF POP” returns! Opens for a limited time in Shinjuku and Namba to celebrate the release of the film “Michael”!
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株式会社丸井 will host Michael Jackson’s official merchandise store “KING OF POP” for a limited time in Shinjuku and Namba to celebrate the release of the film “Michael.”
Seminar on supporting management innovation and entry into new businesses
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The Miyazaki Prefectural Federation of Societies of Commerce and Industry will hold a seminar explaining subsidies for small and medium-sized businesses on July 1, 2026.
53 people with intellectual disabilities unleash their emotions on gallery walls: exhibition “Beyond Imabari Fukushien,” where no one knows what the finished work will look like, to be held in Imabari
Putting an end to “SNS side-job troubles.” “Work Pocket,” a LINE affiliate marketing support service handling only legitimate CPA offers with verified advertisers and clearly stated conversion actions, launches
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Crest Inc. launched “Work Pocket,” a LINE affiliate marketing support service that can be used entirely on a smartphone, on June 1, 2026. It specializes in transparent CPA offers that clearly state the reward terms and require users to add the official LINE accounts of advertisers or companies serving as conversion destinations. The service aims both to prevent SNS side-job troubles and help individuals earn supplementary income.
【Eikei University of Hiroshima】SDC initiatives and conversation between Professor Hayata and Mazda CEO Moro featured in special edition of “MIT Technology Review [Japan Edition]”
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Eikei University of Hiroshima’s SDC initiatives were featured in a special edition of MIT Technology Review. The issue also includes a conversation between Professor Hayata and Mazda’s CEO.
We’ll return your lost item 【by Shinkansen】! “Fastest Same-Day Return! Hayah! Bin Lost Item Express Return Service” launches June 17!
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JR Kyushu will launch a new service using its “Hayah! Bin” Shinkansen freight transport service to deliver lost items between Hakata, Kumamoto, and Kagoshima-Chuo stations as soon as the same day.
株式会社MAKOTO Prime Representative Tomohiro Takei speaks at Tohoku University class, asking students: “How will generative AI change the world?”
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Tomohiro Takei, representative director of 株式会社MAKOTO Prime, gave a special lecture at Tohoku University on May 19, 2026, on the theme “How will generative AI change the world?” More than 100 students attended. The lecture covered the latest developments, including AI agents, “five future scenarios for regional areas,” and career options. The company will continue to work with educational institutions to support the development of AI talent in regional Japan.
【Voting opens】Is fortifying remote islands necessary? Surfvote seeks opinions on deploying long-range missiles to Okinawa’s Sakishima Islands
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Polimill has opened a public consultation on missile deployment in the Nansei Islands on its digital democracy platform “Surfvote.” The discussion will explore multiple perspectives on national security and how to reach agreement with residents.
Companies mentioned：Polimill株式会社、Strategic Intelligence Inc.
Asia’s premier sustainable seafood event, Sustainable Seafood Summit 2026, to be held in person Oct. 21 (Wed.)–23 (Fri.)!
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Seafood Legacy and Nikkei ESG will hold Asia’s premier Sustainable Seafood Summit 2026 in Tokyo in October, aiming to transform the seafood industry toward sustainability.
JAVIN DE SEOUL to hold its Japan debut solo makeup event on June 6, 2026
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Korean cosmetics brand JAVIN DE SEOUL, whose official distributor in Japan is PAGE-ONER株式会社, will hold its first fully invitation-only solo makeup event in Japan, JAVIN DE SEOUL Makeup Class in Tokyo, at MIL GALLERY JINGUMAE on June 6, 2026. The event will feature a makeup demonstration themed around SOFT PETAL MAKE UP.
ALPHA for Biz fitness assessments adds the 5 exercises in the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare’s self-check for fall risk assessment. Digitization will greatly reduce the workload of compiling results and providing feedback using paper and Excel, while supporting data utilization.
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Pestalozzi Technology has added the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare’s fall risk assessment to ALPHA for Biz. Digitizing measurements will greatly reduce the workload for companies in compiling results and providing feedback.
The full-scale online RPG for smartphones Sword and Magic Logres: Goddess of Ancient Times <Logres × ULTRAMAN anime collaboration confirmed!>
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Marvelous Inc. will hold a collaboration between the smartphone RPG Sword and Magic Logres: Goddess of Ancient Times and the ULTRAMAN anime starting June 10, 2026. Limited-edition weapon avatars and themed armor will be available.
ID Holdings receives a letter of appreciation from 鳥取大学
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ID Holdings received a letter of appreciation for its donation to 鳥取大学. Since 2023, the company has advanced joint research into AI for orthopedic care and developed an early-stage knee osteoarthritis assessment model. The donation aims to advance education and research and contribute to the local community.
Press announcement: Advanced DX examples from companies selected for the DX Stock 2026 unveiled
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The Information-technology Promotion Agency (IPA) released its Report on Companies Selected for the Digital Transformation Stock 2026 on June 5, 2026. This year, 30 companies were selected for the DX Stock list (including 3 DX Grand Prix companies), along with 17 DX Noteworthy Companies and 2 DX Platinum Companies. The report features advanced DX and AI utilization (AX) examples from the companies, interviews with executives, and analysis of a DX survey answered by 289 listed companies.
Promotool to unveil its Office Forest Bathing Solution for the first time at the 25th Welfare Benefits EXPO
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Promotool will unveil its Office Forest Bathing Solution for workspaces and its new Forest Bath HINOKI aroma for the first time at the Welfare Benefits EXPO.
The Kannonji Smart Interchange on the E11 Takamatsu Expressway will open on July 4, Reiwa 8 (Saturday).
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Kannonji City and NEXCO西日本 announced that the Kannonji Smart Interchange on the E11 Takamatsu Expressway will open on July 4, Reiwa 8. It is expected to support logistics and boost tourism.
Furniture workshop KOMA’s Minami-Aoyama branch to grand-open on 6/21 (Sun.) after winning 60 international design awards
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Furniture workshop KOMA will reopen at a new location in Minami-Aoyama on June 21. It will sell a limited-edition sofa made from black Japanese zelkova.
Rich bacon and cheese risotto, with the savory depth of cheese and gentle flavor of cream, launches on Friday, June 5
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nosh, which delivers meals with no more than 30 g of carbohydrates and 2.5 g of salt, is adding its Rich Bacon and Cheese Risotto on June 5. It features the gentle flavor of cheese and cream and the satisfying taste of bacon.
Special sauce made with 3 types of carrots grated to different textures is the highlight! Juicy Pork with Western-Style Onion Sauce returns with a new recipe on Friday, June 5
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ナッシュ株式会社 will relaunch Juicy Pork with Western-Style Onion Sauce on June 5, 2026, as part of nosh, its frozen meal service developed by dedicated chefs and registered dietitians. The dish features a special sauce made with 3 types of carrots grated to different textures.
Inspired by nikusui, a local Osaka dish, Savory Dashi Nikusui with Beef and Burdock launches on Friday, June 5
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ナッシュ株式会社 will launch its new product, Savory Dashi Nikusui with Beef and Burdock, inspired by the local Osaka dish nikusui, on Friday, June 5, 2026. This frozen Japanese-style soup contains 13.2 g of carbohydrates, 2.5 g of salt, and 291 kcal. It combines broth rich in the flavor of beef with shaved burdock, onion, tofu, and green onion for a nourishing bowl. The container is made from sugarcane-derived molded pulp, combining environmental consideration with the convenience of requiring no waste sorting. Since nosh began sales in 2018, cumulative sales surpassed 160 million meals in April 2026.
Next-generation RPG development tool RPG-Cobo announced
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Super Shark Co., Ltd. officially announced the next-generation RPG development tool 'RPG-Cobo' and launched its beta test on June 5, 2026. Developed over two years by Yutaka Owada, a former CyberStep development leader, RPG-Cobo is an open-source 3D game creation platform featuring high-resolution voxel art, modern PBR rendering, and multi-platform publishing (Windows, web, Android, iOS). The beta test runs from June 5, 2026, until autumn 2026, during which a game creation contest will be held. The tool and its assets are released under the Apache 2.0 license.
6 new early-summer menu items from long-established Kyushu udon restaurant うちだ屋! Enjoy plump eel with a sweet sauce, crispy conger eel tempura, and refreshing salt-lemon somen
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Starting June 3, 2026, 株式会社うちだ屋 will roll out 6 new early-summer fair dishes featuring eel, conger eel, and somen at participating うちだ屋 and 麺勝 locations. From June 5, it will offer the Special Eel Rice Box, Eel Cutlet Rice Box, and Mini Eel Rice Bowl, pairing plump eel with a sweet sauce and shredded egg. From June 3, it will serve crispy conger eel tempura rice bowls, conger eel tempura with chilled soba, and salt-lemon somen topped with lemon in chilled broth, offering approachable flavors for early summer.
Deadline: July 31 | Applications open for companies to join Pro Bono League 2026, a cross-boundary learning program in which participants learn on the front lines of social issues
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Service Grant has opened applications for companies to join Pro Bono League 2026, a cross-boundary learning program that combines talent development with efforts to address social issues. A new short-term light course has also been introduced.
[Survey on foreign-currency deposits] Just over 10% of people currently use foreign-currency deposits, while more than 20% have used them. The most common approach is “holding them over the medium to long term” at more than 30%, followed by “holding them flexibly while watching for the right time to convert back to yen” at more than 20%.
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マイボイスコム株式会社 conducted its 12th online survey on the use of foreign-currency deposits, targeting 10,979 people from May 1 to 7, 2026. 10.5% currently use foreign-currency deposits, and more than 20% have used them. The main purposes were “expecting foreign-exchange gains” at 41.9% and “expecting interest income” at 37.4%. The most common reason for choosing a financial institution was “I already have an account there,” at 31.1%. The most popular currency of interest was the U.S. dollar, at 29.0%.
Gallery “THREE LENS” Photo Exhibition to be held in Hiroshima on Sunday, June 7!
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On June 7, the final day of Hiroshima’s traditional Toukasan Grand Festival, an exhibition titled “THREE LENS” featuring 3 artists will be held. A sponsor will provide welcome drinks made with pesticide-free lemons.
FRONTEO Group company アルネッツ to hold a free seminar on June 24, drawing on more than 1,000 development projects to develop and operate education initiatives tailored to each company’s management and on-site challenges using LMS × AI agents
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FRONTEO Group company アルネッツ will hold a free online seminar on June 24, 2026, titled “The Front Lines of Education DX for Solving Management Challenges: What LMS × AI Agent Development Can Make Possible.” Drawing on more than 1,000 development projects and expertise in “Velmor LMS,” the seminar will explain approaches to solving challenges unique to each company by combining LMS and AI agents.
[2,699 contracted dental clinic job openings in just six months since launch] “Instagram recruiting for dental clinics,” without relying on job boards, makes a major impact! Success stories from “Mjob歯科,” an Instagram recruiting support service specializing in dentistry, released
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株式会社BIGACK has released success stories from “Mjob歯科,” an Instagram recruiting support service specializing in dentistry. It reached 2,699 contracted job openings in six months. By managing Instagram with a focus on job seekers’ behavior and psychology, rather than relying on conventional job boards, it increased applications and reduced recruitment costs. Cases in Iwate Prefecture and Yokohama City succeeded in hiring multiple people in a short period.
ENNE ZERO, priced at ¥169,000 and on sale from June 13, strengthens its warranty coverage! “安心保証,” including free return shipping for repairs, comes standard
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株式会社ENNE will launch the 2nd round of advance sales for the compact electric scooter “ENNE ZERO” on June 13. It comes standard with comprehensive “安心保証,” including free return shipping.
OriginalMIL Co., Ltd. announced its participation in One Career's online conference 'Map of New Graduate Recruitment' on June 16-17, 2026. MIL's session will introduce its 'Interactive Recruiting' blueprint designed to automate corporate presentations and address the three main recruitment challenges of attracting, inviting, and engaging students.
JIGGYS SHOP × 阪神タイガース yukata: a standout piece to wear this summer, from the ballpark to fireworks displays and festival nights. A stylish expression of Tiger spirit to give on Father’s Day.
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株式会社FLAVA will launch the “阪神タイガース承認浴衣,” featuring gold embroidery on a black background, through “JIGGYS SHOP” on June 5, 2026, for ¥13,500 (tax included).
Expanding family-friendly rooms, from stays with infants to 三-generation trips. Rooms with projectors and Japanese-style rooms accommodating up to 7 people, including children sharing beds, now on sale [グランドメルキュール南房総リゾート＆スパ]
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グランドメルキュール南房総リゾート＆スパ has expanded its family-friendly rooms. It has added rooms with projectors and Japanese-style rooms for up to 7 people, and strengthened its Welcome Baby certification.
Smart home service “MANOMA” adds 35 devices at once to the preset-compatible list for its smart home appliance remote control, including air conditioners, TVs, recorders and lights
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ライフエレメンツ株式会社 has added 35 devices, including air conditioners, TVs, recorders and lights, to the preset-compatible list for the smart home appliance remote control in its “MANOMA（マノマ）” smart home service. This simplifies registering devices in the MANOMA app and makes it easier to operate them remotely while away from home, as well as adjust air conditioning based on indoor conditions using temperature and humidity sensors. The added devices include products from Daikin, Mitsubishi Electric, Panasonic, Toshiba, Sony and Iris Ohyama.
Kobe waste collection, transport and processing businesses launch “KOBE Hikey Energy,” an organization working to establish ways to make effective use of food waste and reduce food loss
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神戸市環境共栄事業協同組合 and 株式会社コベック launched “KOBE Hikey Energy” on June 5, 2026, Environment Day. The new organization will work from Kobe to establish ways to make effective use of food waste, aiming to reduce food loss and improve the food recycling rate.
株式会社DubGuild completes seed-round fundraising｜Selected for national project “GENIAC”; cumulative funding and support reaches approximately ¥2.1 billion
MEC Design International’s iF Design Award-winning works receive Switzerland’s “SIT FURNITURE DESIGN AWARD 2026”
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The original furniture collections “Tranquil Collection” and “Edge Collection,” jointly developed by 株式会社メック・デザイン・インターナショナル and 株式会社イヨベ工芸社, have received Switzerland’s “SIT FURNITURE DESIGN AWARD 2026.”
ガルデリア achieves the world’s first commercial deployment of an ultra-low-concentration palladium recovery system using a microalgae-derived biosorbent※
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ガルデリア has commercially deployed a palladium recovery system using a microalgae-derived biosorbent at 柿原工業 and successfully achieved continuous recovery from plating rinse water that is strongly acidic, contains ultra-low concentrations of palladium, and has tin present.
Hokkaido’s Toyako Town adopts “あとふるⓇ,” a hometown tax donation service with payment after the fact
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電算 and Hokkaido’s Toyako Town have agreed to introduce and fully launch “あとふる,” a hometown tax donation service with payment after the fact that lets travelers later convert receipts for accommodation and meals during their trip into hometown tax donation gifts.
Focusing on the environmental damage caused by UV rays and air pollution: New launch of Nelkowa Growus Volume-Up Shampoo <Cool>, combining comprehensive protection from environmental damage with scalp care and hair repair
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FeelAQUSH launches a summer scalp shampoo. It protects the scalp and hair from environmental damage caused by UV rays, air pollution and other factors.
Iizuka City, Fukuoka Prefecture, seeks proposals for the Reiwa 8 Iizuka City Advanced Information Technology Demonstration Experiment Support Program
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Iizuka City, Fukuoka Prefecture, has opened applications for the Reiwa 8 Iizuka City Advanced Information Technology Demonstration Experiment Support Program, which uses advanced information technologies such as blockchain, AI, IoT and big data to address social and regional challenges and improve residents’ quality of life. Selected projects will receive support including arrangements to use city-owned facilities, coordination with residents, and financial assistance of up to 1 million yen, with a subsidy rate of no more than 1/2. The period for conducting and supporting demonstration experiments runs from project selection through March 31, Reiwa 9.
Special summer vacation event: Night Museum held every day!
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A Night Museum will be held every day during the summer vacation period at the immersive ancient Egypt exhibition in Yokohama. It is a special edition of the popular event, known for its puzzle-solving experience.
[Video, transcript article and materials released] Archive of briefing on results for the fiscal year ending March 2026 and outlook for the fiscal year ending March 2027 now available
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Tokyo Ink Co., Ltd. has released the archive of its briefing on results for the fiscal year ending March 2026 and its outlook for the fiscal year ending March 2027. The archive, along with presentation materials and a summary of the Q&A, is available to investors.
Applications open June 5 for the 5th cohort of official ambassadors for Marukan Vinegar, a long-established vinegar maker founded 377 years ago
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Marukan Vinegar Co., Ltd. opened applications for its 5th cohort of official ambassadors on June 5, 2026. The program runs for 6 months, from August 1, 2026, through January 31, 2027. Selected ambassadors will share the appeal of Marukan Vinegar on social media using products delivered each month. Benefits include an invitation to a special event at the head office featuring a factory tour and workshop, as well as special products.
ABE Kogyo receives the First Pioneer COC Award at event marking FSC Japan’s 20th anniversary
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ABE Kogyo Co., Ltd. (ABE) received the First Pioneer COC Award in the timber trading company category at an event marking FSC Japan’s 20th anniversary on May 28, 2026. Its pioneering efforts were recognized as the first timber trading company in Japan to obtain FSC CoC certification. In 2000, ABE launched Kurodo, a wooden door made using FSC-certified timber, and has since developed products using FSC-certified materials, including calmo and Natural Vintage.
Kewpie designates “Moisturizing Hyaluronic Acid Day”; Tow Kewpie proposes a 365-day moisturizing routine
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Kewpie announced that it had registered June 12 as “Moisturizing Hyaluronic Acid Day” with the Japan Anniversary Association. Group company Tow Kewpie is strengthening information outreach and sales around its “365-day moisturizing routine,” including through the supplement Hyalo Moisture 240 and skincare brand Kewtopia.
renue develops Agent Monitor desktop version, which evaluates employees’ prompts in real time and suggests improvements
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renue has developed a desktop version of Agent Monitor. It evaluates instructions given to AI agents in real time on macOS and automates managers’ feedback work.
LANXESS advances environmental protection efforts in Japan
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LANXESS K.K., the Japanese subsidiary of German specialty chemicals maker LANXESS, will conduct a “CO2 Reduction/Light-Down Campaign” in June to coincide with Environment Month, including a simultaneous lights-out at all 3 of its domestic sites. The group has set targets to achieve climate neutrality for Scope 1 and 2 by 2040 and across its entire value chain, including Scope 3, by 2050. As of the end of 2025, it had cut Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 73% from 2004 levels and Scope 3 emissions by 62% from 2015 levels. It is also stepping up technologies, products and energy procurement to reduce environmental impact, including demonstration tests of the Lewatit® MDS TP 108 ion-exchange resin, which removes more than 99.9% of PFAS; development of the Vulcanox® 4060 antioxidant for tires; and a green electricity supply agreement with VERBUND.
Sponsors and exhibits at Vietnam Festival Yoyogi Park 2026, supporting Japan-Vietnam cultural exchange and career development for foreign talent
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G.A. Group Inc. sponsored and exhibited at Vietnam Festival 2026, held at Yoyogi Park on May 30 and 31, 2026, offering cultural exchange through a shooting gallery game and opportunities for Vietnamese people to receive job and career advice. The company also provides a one-stop service offering comprehensive support for recruiting foreign talent from across Asia.
Prepared begins recruiting sales代理店 in Kochi Prefecture for security and infrastructure products, including PLATIAⅢ with nuisance-call prevention features
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Prepared Co., Ltd. has begun recruiting sales agents in Kochi Prefecture for communications infrastructure and security products, including the multifunctional PLATIAⅢ telephone system with nuisance-call prevention features, to address business disruption and security risks caused by nuisance calls and suspicious outgoing calls. The company supports both referrals and sales, and also provides assistance such as product training and maintenance support.
Beat the damp, dreary mood of the rainy season! Kanesada to share refreshing fish-paste recipe ideas on its official Instagram
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To help counter reduced appetites during the rainy season, Kanesada will begin sharing refreshing fish-paste recipe ideas on its official Instagram on June 4.
[Second postpartum care demonstration] Yoridokoro., a “just right” postpartum care facility created through a partnership between Josan-she's and Keikyu Corporation, set for trial in Yokohama Minato Mirai
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Josan-she's and Keikyu Corporation will conduct the second trial of Yoridokoro., a hotel-stay-style postpartum care service, in Minato Mirai in July 2026.
[New colors] Toyo Kitchen Style adds new color options to the New York Stool, bringing the lineup to 15 colors
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Toyo Kitchen Style Co., Ltd. added 10 new colors to its original stainless-steel New York Stool, bringing the range to 15 colors, and began sales on June 5, 2026. The stool features a beautiful stainless-steel frame crafted by skilled artisans, exceptional seating comfort and a minimalist design accessible from 360 degrees.