“Escape the scorching heat! Home Paradise Air Conditioner Festival!” at Nojima NEW Ayase Store
Nojima NEW Ayase Store is holding a campaign from June 6 through 28, 2026, awarding 1059 points with an air conditioner purchase.
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HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO wins “Triple Crown,” a new award announced by leading U.S. travel magazine Condé Nast Traveler
HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO has won the “Triple Crown,” introduced by U.S. magazine Condé Nast Traveler in June 2026. The award is for hotels included in all 3 of the magazine’s lists: the Hot List, Gold List and Readers’ Choice Awards. A total of 8 hotels in Japan were selected.
[Kobe Gakuin University] Public lecture “The workings of numbers in everyday life,” exploring the wonders of familiar numbers, to be held Saturday, June 6
Kobe Gakuin University will hold the Saturday public lecture “The workings of numbers in everyday life” on June 6, 2026, as part of its 60th anniversary commemorations. The free lecture explores the wonders of familiar numbers, and advance registration is not required.
“Topical medicine container recycling program” expands to 50 collection sites in about 9 months—community-based resource recycling grows through drugstores, local governments and pharmacists’ associations
Collection sites for the “Topical Medicine Container Recycling Program,” promoted by Shionogi Healthcare, have expanded to 50 nationwide in 9 months since its launch. The program is strengthening its resource-recycling system through partnerships with local governments and pharmacists’ associations.
Companies mentioned：テラサイクルジャパン合同会社、株式会社アカカベ、株式会社アマノ、株式会社スギヤマ薬品、株式会社mik japan
“Sebon Star”’s first charm-type capsule toy, “Sebon Star My Charm”
Kabaya Foods’ first charm-type capsule toy based on “Sebon Star,” “Sebon Star My Charm,” will be released sequentially by Bright Communication starting June 8, 2026. A launch commemorative pop-up event will also be held at gashacoco Ikebukuro from the same day through June 14.
[Limited to 900 shirts] Collaboration long-sleeved T-shirts with B.LEAGUE now on sale exclusively online
Relaive Inc. began selling “B.LEAGUE Collaboration Long-Sleeved T-Shirts,” created in collaboration with B.LEAGUE, exclusively online and limited to 900 shirts on May 26, 2026. The product is part of the “BUY ONE.GIVE ONE. project,” with 1 shirt donated to someone in need for every shirt purchased.
Online event on Wednesday, June 17, from 17:00! What are the management strategies behind “day services that continue to grow” even as care-sector bankruptcies reach a record high? An introduction to the community-based recurring-revenue business, open even to newcomers
Gentosha Gold Online Inc. and HLC Inc. will hold a free webinar on June 17, 2026. Drawing on the example of “Soleil Luminare,” a half-day day-service facility specializing in rehabilitation, the webinar will explain management strategies for a community-based recurring-revenue business that newcomers can enter, as well as the use of IT and differentiation in an era of labor shortages.
[Hiroshima / Sera] Opening June 6, 2026! “Hill of Hydrangeas and Hollyhocks” at Flower village Hanayume no Sato
Sera Kogen Farm Inc. will open “Hill of Hydrangeas and Hollyhocks,” where hydrangeas and hollyhocks bloom, at Flower village Hanayume no Sato in Sera, Hiroshima Prefecture, from June 6 to July 5, 2026. Events during the period will include a yukata dressing experience, flower workshops and location photography sessions.
“Hakushu 18 Years” joins the lineup. A P10x points event exclusive to Rakuten Super Sale; the latest whiskey lottery goes on sale June 5
Tachibana E-Sakaya (Uprising Inc.) will begin selling “Fukuun Mikiji No. 1,” a whiskey lottery containing a limited 466 tickets featuring hard-to-find Japanese whiskies such as “Hakushu 18 Years,” “Yamazaki 12 Years” and “Hakushu 12 Years,” on June 5, 2026. A 10x points campaign will also run from the same day through 1:59 on June 11 at its Rakuten Ichiba store and the Miyazaki Dogenka Sentoikan Rakuten Ichiba store.
“Funassyi Pocket Sandwich” goes on sale from Thursday, 6/11 — available for a limited time at Tobu Department Store Funabashi
Izutsu Maisen Co., Ltd. will sell “Funassyi Pocket Sandwich,” a collaboration with local mascot Funassyi, for a limited time at Tobu Department Store Funabashi from Thursday, June 11, 2026, through Wednesday, July 8. The price is 497 yen (tax included). “Funassyi’s 14th Anniversary of Arrival on Earth: Funassyi LAND in Funabashi Tobu,” a limited-time store, will also be held on the 6th floor of Tobu Department Store Funabashi (6/11–6/23).
Free “Information I” seminar for teachers ahead of university entrance exams: “A Consideration of Teaching Based on the Latest Trends in the 2027 Common Test ‘Information I’”
Sundai IT Business College, operated by Surugadai Gakuen Educational Corporation, will hold an in-person free seminar in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, on June 21, 2026, for teachers at high schools and secondary education schools. The seminar will cover the latest trends in “Information I” on the 2027 Common Test for University Admissions and methods for teaching solutions to the programming problem in Question 3.
Seminar “A Deep Dive into the GX League at a Turning Point: Getting to the Front Lines of Rulemaking Through Public-Private Collaboration” to be held Friday, May 29, 2026
The Japan Public Affairs Association, a general incorporated association, held an online seminar on May 29, 2026, titled “A Deep Dive into the GX League at a Turning Point: Getting to the Front Lines of Rulemaking Through Public-Private Collaboration.” Masaharu Ohara of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry discussed the place of GX policy, the growth-oriented carbon pricing initiative and the institutional design of the GX Future League. Toshinobu Bansho of Sendenkaigi Inc. spoke about companies’ shift toward developing talent in-house following the launch of the GX League, the benefits of using GX Skills Standards, and the importance of marketing in the AIO era. The second half featured a panel discussion with Yoshiaki Ichikawa and Takashi Iwamoto on practical approaches to rulemaking through public-private collaboration.
Otakara-ya Senkawa Station Front Store appraises and purchases unused 50-unit phone cards / Tiny Seed Inc. Representative Director Atsushi Kurata tries on the vintage “Nobunaga Daytona” watch
Otakara-ya Senkawa Station Front Store, operated by Cross One Inc., offers appraisal and purchase of unused 50-unit phone cards at a benchmark price of around 305 yen. It also announced that Atsushi Kurata, representative director of Tiny Seed Inc., tried on the vintage watch “Nobunaga Daytona.”
[Rei Ogawa and Naoki Aoyagi confirmed as speakers!] Speakers announced for the Part 3 discussion session at “TORYUMON TOKYO 2026 Homura”!
Rei Ogawa, representative director of Timee Inc., and Naoki Aoyagi, representative director and CEO of newmo Inc., have been confirmed as speakers for the Part 3 discussion session, “Management Thinking That Moves the Times: How Timee and newmo Compete in Huge Industries,” at “TORYUMON TOKYO 2026 Homura,” a startup event for the U25 generation organized by F Ventures LLP. The event will be held on June 27, 2026, at Belle Salle Shibuya First.
Announcement of agreement to renew player contract with Yuma Fujii for the 2026-27 season
The Gunma Crane Thunders have agreed to renew their contract with player Yuma Fujii for the 2026-27 season.
[2026 Summer Gift Feature] HESTA LIFE online store begins sales of seasonal summer and hometown-visit gifts
HESTA Okura Inc. has published its “2026 Summer Gift Feature” on its e-commerce site, HESTA LIFE, featuring items such as somen noodles, seafood barbecue sets, dried fish sets and Kuroge Wagyu beef. Sales of seasonal summer and hometown-visit gifts began on June 1.
[Exercise therapy for owners of professional-service and specialist businesses] FRACTAL WORKOUT begins consultations on partnerships with health insurance societies and National Health Insurance societies
Fractal Workout has begun consultations on partnerships for exercise therapy prescribed by doctors for professionals and specialists such as lawyers and tax accountants. In collaboration with various associations, it is promoting use of the service as a designated exercise therapy facility that may qualify for medical expense deductions.
Companies mentioned：税務会計監査事務所健康保険組合、東京都弁護士国民健康保険組合
TVCM for “GigaCrysta” gaming monitor with OLED begins airing! Jun Utahiroba of Golden Bomber featured, with a special website launched
I-O DATA DEVICE Inc. has featured Jun Utahiroba of Golden Bomber in a TVCM for its “GigaCrysta” gaming monitor with OLED. The commercial will begin airing in the Kansai region and Ishikawa Prefecture on June 5, 2026.
“LTK Season: Pandemonium Playoffs,” hosted by k4sen of “ZETA DIVISION”’s CREATOR division, confirmed!
GANYMEDE株式会社 will hold the playoffs for “LTK,” a League of Legends tournament hosted by streamer k4sen, in June. Attendees will also be able to enjoy an in-person venue experience.
Companies mentioned：GANYMEDE株式会社、Riot Games、株式会社ユニットコム
[Prompt techniques to overcome barriers to AI adoption] “AI Literacy Workshop (Introductory and Advanced Courses)” to be held to raise AI literacy across the company
Yoom Technology Japan will hold an AI literacy seminar for all employees. The aim is to systematically teach prompt-writing techniques.
Experience the “value of an FP’s work” through a card game. Financial education outreach class “Life Produce” held for the first time at Tokyo Business Academy to foster career understanding
Broad-minded held a card game-based financial education session at 専門学校東京ビジネス・アカデミー. The first such initiative was aimed at helping students understand the FP profession.
Companies mentioned：専門学校東京ビジネス・アカデミー、日本銀行
New product “ANIST-Modeler” to support creation of as-built models from point cloud data, turning point clouds into value
Aisan Technology will release “ANIST-Modeler,” software that automatically creates 3D models from point cloud data and existing drawings, in mid-September 2026. The price is 1.32 million yen.
“High-Quality Gunpla Scan,” jointly operated by Sony Music Entertainment and companies in the Bandai Namco Group, will hold an additional event at Gundam Base Fukuoka, following Gundam Base Tokyo!
Original株式会社ソニー・ミュージックエンタテインメントは、株式会社バンダイナムコエンターテインメント、株式会社BANDAI SPIRITS ホビーディビジョンと共同で、ユーザーがカスタマイズしたガンプラを3Dスキャンしてデータ化する「ハイクオリティ・ガンプラスキャン」を「THE GUNDAM BASE FUKUOKA」にて2026年6月20日から9月27日まで期間限定で開催する。ソニー・ミュージックエンタテインメントが主導開発した高精細3Dスキャン筐体「SCANOSYS®」を用いて高品位な3Dモデルデータを生成・提供するほか、有料の追加デジタルコンテンツでジオラマムービー作成やアクションシミュレーターでの操作が可能となる。予約は2026年6月5日15時より公式ホームページで受け付ける。
Assist Co., Ltd. (Iidabashi; representative: 宇井和朗) surpasses 1,500 highly rated reviews, with an average score of 4.8. Its highly reproducible branding support builds a strong reputation, helping companies earn trust and attract more customers.
Assist Co., Ltd. (representative: 宇井和朗) has surpassed 1,500 reviews on its Google Business Profile, earning an average rating of 4.8. Customers praise its thorough explanations, hands-on maintenance support and prompt responses. The company helps businesses build trust and attract more customers through web marketing support, video production and website development.
Free live streams of the semifinals and final of the National High School Soccer Inter-High Osaka Qualifiers
Originalスポーツナビが、令和8年度大阪高校春季サッカー大会（全国高校サッカーインターハイ大阪予選）の準決勝・決勝を、6月6日・7日に無料ライブ配信する。読売テレビ・あすリートチャンネルから映像提供を受け、スポーツナビのWebサイトとアプリで視聴可能。
Companies mentioned：読売テレビ
“Tokyo Derby 2026: Special Pre-Race Predictions” to air! 中山優馬, 細江純子 and other star guests offer predictions for the second stage of the Triple Crown for 3-year-old dirt horses, the Tokyo Derby!
東京シティ競馬（TCK） will air “Tokyo Derby 2026: Special Pre-Race Predictions,” a special program previewing the 72nd Tokyo Derby (JpnⅠ). 小堺翔太 will host, with 中山優馬 and 細江純子 as guests and 須田鷹雄 as commentator. The program will be available on TOKYO MX, グリーンチャンネル, TCK’s official YouTube channel and other outlets.
Companies mentioned：東京シティ競馬（TCK）、TOKYO MX、グリーンチャンネル、スカパー！
BUYMA app-exclusive “¥1,000 coupon” giveaway campaign launches【through Sunday, June 7】
BUYMA, operated by Enigmo Inc., has launched an app-exclusive ¥1,000 coupon giveaway campaign running from June 5 to June 7, 2026. Downloading the app and logging in automatically grants the coupon, and existing users are also eligible.
【Industry-academia collaboration】Project with Kudamatsu SA (outbound) and Yamaguchi Prefectural Kumage Kita High School gets underway!
West Nippon Expressway has launched an industry-academia collaboration project with Yamaguchi Prefectural Kumage Kita High School at the outbound Kudamatsu SA on the E2 Sanyo Expressway. Third-year students in the Food Culture Course of the Life Design Department will develop menu items using local Yamaguchi Prefecture ingredients, which will be commercialized and sold at the restaurant Shunsen Bimi. Operations are handled by Eagle Kogyo.
【Industry-academia collaboration】Project with Kudamatsu SA (inbound) and Yamaguchi Prefectural Tokuyama Commercial and Industrial High School gets underway!
West Nippon Expressway Co., Ltd. has launched an industry-academia collaboration project with Yamaguchi Prefectural Tokuyama Commercial and Industrial High School and Eagle Kogyo Co., Ltd., the operator of Kudamatsu SA (inbound), to sell new products developed by students using local ingredients. Students will work on product concepts, naming, cost calculations and promotion. The products are scheduled to be sold at the KEY'S CAFE bakery corner at Kudamatsu SA (inbound) from early October in Reiwa 8 through late March in Reiwa 9.
Notice of suspension of gas station operations at Kishiwada Service Area (outbound) on the E26 Hanwa Expressway
NEXCO West Japan Kansai Branch and West Nippon Expressway Service Holdings Co., Ltd. announced that the gas station at Kishiwada Service Area (outbound) on the E26 Hanwa Expressway will suspend operations from 0:00 on Wednesday, July 1, in Reiwa 8, until late January in Reiwa 9, for about 7 months while it undergoes renovation work to address aging infrastructure. EV fast chargers will remain available during construction. Drivers are advised to use gas stations at nearby Kinokawa SA, Kusatsu PA, Suita SA, Nishinomiya-Najio SA and Kashiba SA.
He-Man from the movie Masters of the Universe brought to life as a 1/3-scale figure
Prime 1 Studio began accepting reservations on June 5 for a 1/3-scale statue of He-Man, the protagonist of the movie Masters of the Universe. It is priced at ¥324,390, including tax, and is scheduled for release between October 2027 and January 2028. Production is limited to 350 pieces.
Original『魔界戦記ディスガイアRPG ～最凶魔王決定戦！～』✖️『夜廻』シリーズコラボMAPイベント「深夜廻少女と地獄のヒーロー」開催決定！
Drecom Co., Ltd. will hold the MAP collaboration event “深夜廻少女と地獄のヒーロー” in the smartphone game 『魔界戦記ディスガイアRPG ～最凶魔王決定戦！～』, featuring Nippon Ichi Software’s 『夜廻』 series, from 15:00 on June 5 to 23:59 on June 18, 2026. 「ハル」 and 「ユイ」 will join the game, and 「お化けプリニー」 will be available as an event reward. A special collaboration summon will also be held.
Additional investment in Tokenz Inc., which supports global payments
Global Brain Corporation has made an additional investment in Tokenz Inc., a global payments support company based in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, founded in March 2024, through SHGB, a fund co-managed with Shinhan Venture Investment. Against the backdrop of the Smartphone Software Competition Promotion Act, which comes fully into force in December 2025, Tokenz provides a Merchant of Record (MoR) platform for digital content businesses. It offers more than 200 payment methods as of June 2026, tax compliance support and reduced platform fees. The service is already used for payments in Bushiroad’s 『HUNTER×HUNTER NEN×SURVIVOR』 and WonderPlanet’s 『クラッシュフィーバー』. Tokenz has also formed an MoR service alliance with S8 Plus, which handles Game8 Store’s off-app payment business. The new funding will support hiring and organizational growth, product development and expansion of its global operations. This follows an earlier investment by Global Brain in March 2025.
Can Nekokuban Keshi be recreated to match the real thing? First-ever collaboration between 『にゃんこ大戦争』 and 日本理化学工業株式会社!
PONOS’s smartphone game 『にゃんこ大戦争』 has teamed up for the first time with stationery maker 日本理化学工業. Two variety goods recreating the in-game character 「ネコクバンケシ」 using the same materials and factory as the real Dustless Laughul blackboard eraser will go on sale at にゃんこ大商店 online starting June 5.
Graduation projects to be featured in the monthly magazine 『ブレーン』! 宣伝会議’s 27th Art Director Training Course (ARTS) begins on Tuesday, July 14!
宣伝会議株式会社 will launch its 27th Art Director Training Course (ARTS) on July 14, 2026, in a hybrid format combining online and classroom sessions. Participants will learn practical skills through 30 classes, and outstanding graduation projects will be featured in the monthly magazine 『ブレーン』.
Summer vacation parent-child experience events to be held
ホテル インターコンチネンタル 東京ベイ will hold summer vacation-exclusive events: a parent-child table manners class, a parent-child cooking class and a little pastry chef experience.
Companies mentioned：ホテル インターコンチネンタル 東京ベイ、フレッシュチーズスタジオ
～Supporting 1 aircraft entirely with EVs～ Operations using “fully electric vehicle handling” have begun at Narita Airport!
Nishitetsu Air Service Co., Ltd. began Japan’s first initiative at Narita Airport on June 2, 2026, to carry out all ground handling services for 1 aircraft using electric vehicles (EVs).
【Simeji Rankings】What Generation Z picks! “Top 10 celebrities they’d like to have as an older brother in different situations”
Baidu’s keyboard app Simeji has announced its ranking of celebrities Generation Z would like to have as an older brother in different situations. The results indicate that personality and approachability are key factors.
Companies mentioned：バイドゥ株式会社
【On sale today】New major series “スパークルトリガー” by 美山薫子 debuts on the cover! The July issue of Magazine Be×Boy goes on sale June 5!
Libre Inc. will release the July 2026 issue of 『マガジンビーボーイ』, featuring a cover by 美山薫子, on June 5. The issue will include a major new series and works by an impressive lineup of contributors, as well as a reader giveaway.
— Supporting 1 aircraft entirely with EVs — Operations using “full EV handling” have begun at Narita Airport!
Nishitetsu Air Service Co., Ltd. began an initiative on June 2, 2026, at Narita International Airport to use electric vehicles (EVs) for every stage of ground operations support (handling) for 1 aircraft. Against the backdrop of charging infrastructure improvements under “Sustainable NRT2050,” promoted by Narita International Airport Corporation, the company has achieved Narita Airport’s first “full EV handling” operation and is advancing decarbonization.
[Hosted by Hakuhodo BIZ GARAGE] Why are Gen Z marketers looking to people in their 60s for the future now? — New marketing insights from “Reiwa-era seniors”
Hakuhodo’s business portal BIZ GARAGE will hold a free online webinar on June 18 and July 14, 2026, titled “Why are Gen Z marketers looking to people in their 60s for the future now? — New marketing insights from ‘Reiwa-era seniors.’” The webinar will explore insights into people in their 60s (“Reiwa-era seniors”), who hold the key to predicting future markets, and experts from Hakuhodo and Hakuhodo DY ONE will discuss the potential of robust marketing strategies and practical approaches to digital marketing.
Could you win “Eco Niigata Koshihikari”? “Onigiri Good” campaign launches on official X on Friday, June 5
Palsystem is running a follow-and-repost campaign on official X as part of its “Onigiri Good” initiative from June 5 to June 28. 3 winners will receive 3 kg of Eco Niigata Koshihikari no-wash rice, while locally sourced rice will be donated to children’s cafeterias in 12 prefectures based on the number of post interactions. The goal is to donate 1 ton for every 10,000 interactions.
From entertainment to business applications in training DX, on-site support and customer experience: “6th XR and Metaverse Expo Summer” opens Wednesday, June 17, 2026
RX Japan LLC will hold the “6th XR and Metaverse Expo Summer” for 3 days, from June 17 to 19, 2026, at Tokyo Big Sight (West Exhibition Hall). The show will bring together cutting-edge XR technologies leveraging generative AI, digital twins and spatial computing, and will host for the first time “∞ (mugen),” an experience and information zone featuring device manufacturers from Japan and abroad. Featured exhibits include the “XREAL One Series” AR glasses equipped with the proprietary “XREAL X1” chip, ZENX’s “VR Safety Education and Disaster Preparedness Training,” and Daimaru Matsuzakaya Department Stores’ “VR Adaptation of Traditional Performing Arts (Iwami Kagura).”
freee publishes survey findings on the Act on the Optimization of Transactions Involving Small and Medium-Sized Consignees
Freee, Inc. has published a survey on the Act on the Optimization of Transactions Involving Small and Medium-Sized Consignees. The findings revealed that awareness of the law remains low and inappropriate business practices persist, highlighting the need for compliance.
Launch of “DESIGNER'S TRACK,” a career-support series for creators
Digital Hollywood launched “DESIGNER'S TRACK,” a series supporting creators’ ongoing career development, on note in June 2026. It uses Udemy Business to provide learning paths designed backward from practical work challenges.
NEXER Co., Ltd. significantly raises starting monthly pay for mid-career sales hires to ¥350,000 — More than 3 times the average wage increase in the spring labor negotiations. Implemented as “investment in people,” not a “response to prices” —
NEXER Co., Ltd. has decided to raise the starting monthly pay for mid-career sales hires from ¥300,000 to ¥350,000. The increase is ¥50,000 (approximately 16–17%), more than 3 times the average level in the 2026 spring labor negotiations. The measure is being implemented as an investment in human capital, not as a response to rising prices.
About 57% of people who have looked for a job or changed jobs have seen a job listing and thought, “This isn’t a fit.” What should they look for?
A survey by NEXER and Place & Ability on impressions of companies during job searches and career changes found that more than half of job seekers had seen a job listing and felt it “wasn’t a fit,” and that they placed importance on assessing the information.
Companies mentioned：株式会社NEXER、株式会社プレイス＆アビリティ
Celebrate with Rilakkuma! A new “Anniversary Cake Plate” to make special days shine joins the hugely popular collaboration buffet running through June!
A new service, the “Rilakkuma Anniversary Cake Plate” (optional fee: ¥2,200; reservations required at least 3 days in advance), has been added to the Rilakkuma collaboration “Super Sweets Buffet: Melon, Mango & Honey in the Sun” at The Lounge at Hotel New Otani Makuhari, running through June 30, 2026. A pastry chef’s special shortcake from Patisserie SATSUKI (8 cm × 8 cm) is delivered to the table with a message plate, for birthdays and anniversaries. Buffet prices are ¥8,000 for adults on weekdays and ¥8,800 on weekends, and visitors will receive an “Acrylic Marker Charm.”
“What if ○○ were ××?” Reservations open for “Moshimo Collection,” a picture book that nurtures the “creativity” needed in the AI era
Gakken Co., Ltd. will begin taking pre-orders on June 4, 2026, for “Moshimo Collection,” a novel picture book by popular author shimizu, whose X account has more than 110,000 followers. The book aims to nurture the imagination and creativity needed in the AI era and will be released on June 25, 2026.
4th printing just 10 months after launch! What makes the “English Word Cards” and “Kanji Cards” for elementary school students featuring Sanrio characters appealing?
Gakken’s “Learn with Sanrio Characters” series of study cards for elementary school students has surpassed 27,000 copies in total sales just 10 months after launch, reaching a 4th printing.
Companies mentioned：株式会社 学研ホールディングス、株式会社 Gakken、株式会社サンリオ
[Held in Iidabashi on Tuesday, June 23] At “StartupList Pitch #47,” every presenting entrepreneur can receive mentoring from 10 or more investors
ProtoStar Inc. will hold “StartupList Pitch #47,” a mentoring event for 5–6 startups, on June 23.
Father’s Day campaign at “Wagyu Selection,” a comprehensive online shop for premium wagyu! Why not express your gratitude with the highest-quality wagyu?
Onion Shimbunsha and Ogawa Food & Service have launched a Father’s Day campaign at “Wagyu Selection.” Participants can receive a ¥500 discount coupon by joining on Instagram.
Companies mentioned：株式会社オニオン新聞社、小川フード＆サービス株式会社、小川畜産グループ、小川グループ
Tech startups in Yokohama are accelerating their growth through “TECH HUB YOKOHAMA”!
Through “TECH HUB YOKOHAMA,” established in 2024, Yokohama City has generated numerous achievements, including fundraising and proof-of-concept trials for tech startups in the city.
Implementing achievements in visualizing Japan’s marine biodiversity in J-BMP
ThinkNature Inc. has newly released maps of biodiversity features and conservation priority areas visualizing coastal, offshore and deep-sea regions, based on marine biodiversity big data, through J-BMP, Japan’s biodiversity mapping project.
APEE Summer 2026 Collection
A BATHING APE®’s women’s line APEE has unveiled its 2026 summer collection and appointed global girl group BABYMONSTER as brand ambassadors. It will offer 3 new lines featuring a variety of styles.
Companies mentioned：A BATHING APE®
[Extended due to popular demand!] The “Early-Bird Summer Gift Campaign 2026,” which eliminates the hassle of giving gifts, has been extended. Dedicated corporate support from gift-giving concierges will provide attentive assistance with busy summer arrangements!
Added Value Co., Ltd. has decided to extend its “Early-Bird Summer Gift Campaign,” launched on May 11, 2026, through June 12, 2026, through its corporate gift service “okurimono -おくりもの-.” Eligible products are being offered at special prices with discounts of up to 50%. The service supports more efficient corporate gifting and relationship-building by providing centralized cloud-based management to reduce the workload of handling gifts for business partners, full-service support from dedicated concierges, and customization options for corporate branding, such as including original messages and logo stickers.
ZENPORT to exhibit at “INTLOOP Ventures MIX 2026”
Zenport will exhibit at INTLOOP Ventures MIX 2026 and introduce its supply chain AI agent.
The 22nd “Emidas, Everyone Gather!” major networking event for small and midsize manufacturers to be held in Roppongi on July 10
NC Network will hold a large-scale networking event for small and midsize manufacturers in Roppongi. The program will include a panel discussion on AI and robotics featuring experts including a FANUC technical adviser, followed by a reception. About 300 people are expected to attend.
“DAIQ” orbital assembly robot system successfully demonstrates assembly and welding with a ground model
Space Quarters Co., Ltd. has successfully demonstrated the assembly and welding of construction materials in orbit using a ground model of its independently developed “DAIQ” orbital assembly robot system, and released a video. The company aims to commercialize the system in 2031, following an in-space welding demonstration in 2028 and an orbital construction demonstration in 2029.
A delicious way to cool down. New York-born THE CITY BAKERY is launching its “CB Cookie Shake” on Thursday, June 18, letting customers enjoy its popular American cookies as a dessert drink!
Original株式会社フォンスが展開する「THE CITY BAKERY」は、2026年6月18日より人気のアメリカンクッキーをアレンジした夏季限定ドリンク「CBクッキーシェイク エスプレッソクリーム」と「CBクッキーシェイク チャイ＆オートミール」（各税込880円）を発売。同日より「自家製マシュマロ チョコミント」（4個入り税込864円）も数量限定で販売開始する。
AAPE STORE to open at HAERA Nagoya
AAPE STORE will open on the 3rd floor of HAERA, a new facility in Sakae, Nagoya, on June 11, 2026. The store will offer exclusive collections and purchase incentives.
Companies mentioned：A BATHING APE®、AAPE BY A BATHING APE®
[Recruitment] Ryukyu Shimpo to hold 5-day internship from Aug. 31 to Sept. 4 (deadline: July 10)
Ryukyu Shimpo will hold a 5-day internship for students from Aug. 31 to Sept. 4, 2026. The application deadline is July 10.
First in a series of openings in Saitama Prefecture: APA Hotel <Kumagaya Station North> opens today
APA Hotel has opened a newly built hotel near Kumagaya Station in Saitama Prefecture. With 245 rooms and the latest urban-style amenities, it will serve tourism and business demand.
Companies mentioned：アパホテル株式会社、廣新米穀
Making its debut at Paris Fashion Week: unveiling a collection that explores new possibilities for ballet costumes. “We’re taking Japanese craftsmanship to the world!” Collaboration with traditional craft artisans also featured.
Jardin des Costumes will make its debut at Paris Fashion Week on September 25, 2024, unveiling a ballet costume collection incorporating Japanese traditional crafts.
Companies mentioned：Global Fashion Collective
Ballet rehearsal skirt made entirely from recycled materials
Jardin des Costumes will launch a ballet rehearsal skirt made entirely from recycled polyester on August 29, available exclusively by made-to-order production.
Companies mentioned：テーゼ総合特殊加工、宇仁繊維株式会社
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Premier Cho Jung-tai visits smart greenhouse in Taichung, promotes smart agricultural upgrading
Premier Cho Jung-tai visited the smart greenhouse at 森沐農場 in Taichung on June 5, stressing the integration of smart agricultural upgrades with technology and energy. He also announced increased welfare allowances for older farmers and an adjustment to the allocation ratio for retirement savings.
Companies mentioned：森沐農場
1 Tainan Public Works Bureau official held in custody after questioning on corruption allegations; 6 alleged bribe-givers released on bail
A man surnamed Hsieh, a deputy chief engineer at the Tainan City Public Works Bureau, is suspected of accepting bribes to speed up the issuance of occupancy permits. Prosecutors secured his detention, while 6 alleged bribe-givers were released on bail.
Lianjiang County Council inspects Beigan, focusing on project delays and poor quality
The Lianjiang County Council visited Beigan for an inspection on the 5th, focusing on delays to the Daqiu Bridge project and construction quality issues on the Tanghou Road.
Companies mentioned：泰赫頂級營造股份有限公司、行政院公共工程委員會
Wastewater facility failure in New Zealand: sewage floods homes after a night of heavy rain
Heavy rain caused a sewer blockage in Wellington, New Zealand, flooding 5 homes with sewage. The Moa Point wastewater treatment plant has been out of service since February, and large volumes of wastewater have been discharged into the ocean.
Companies mentioned：威靈頓自來水公司 (Wellington Water)、紐西蘭氣象局 (Metservice)、紐西蘭國家廣播電台 (RNZ)
Cheng Li-wun meets Massachusetts lieutenant governor, hopes to deepen substantive Taiwan-U.S. cooperation
Kuomintang Chair Cheng Li-wun, visiting the United States, met Massachusetts Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll on June 4 to discuss Taiwan-U.S. cooperation in industry, the economy, trade and high technology.
Companies mentioned：元太科技（E Ink）、麻省理工學院（MIT）
Private collections become public assets as works by Chen Cheng-po and other masters are donated to YunTech
Calligrapher and collector Chang Shang-wei donated 5 works by modern Taiwanese artists to 雲林科技大學, including paintings by Chen Cheng-po, Liu Hsin-lu, Liao Chi-chun and Chang Yi-hsiung.
Companies mentioned：雲林科技大學
Original中東戰火衝擊加劇 5月CPI年增率擴大至2.2%
Original主計總處公布5月CPI年增2.2%，突破2%警戒線，主因中東戰火推升油價。
Companies mentioned：主計總處
Luckey: Pleased Taiwan could become an exporter of defense products, deepening other countries’ reliance on Taiwan
Luckey, founder of U.S. defense technology company Anduril, gave an interview during a visit to Taiwan. He welcomed the prospect of Taiwan becoming an exporter of defense products, saying it has the ability to produce advanced weapons domestically and should focus on asymmetric warfare.
Companies mentioned：Anduril（安杜里爾）
Exploring environmental change and the future: National Museum of Marine Science and Technology opens polar exploration exhibition
國立海洋科技博物館 has opened a polar exploration exhibition, running through May 2, 2026. It features an immersive aurora theater and materials from Taiwan’s Arctic research station.
Companies mentioned：國立海洋科技博物館、中央大學
Kaohsiung serial dismemberment case: citizen judges sentence suspect Chang Chieh-tsung to death in first trial
In the Kaohsiung serial dismemberment case, 74-year-old suspect Chang Chieh-tsung killed 3 women and dismembered their bodies between November 113 and February 114. The Kaohsiung District Court’s citizen judges panel sentenced him to death on June 5, 114.
Research firm: World Cup stocking winds down, TV panel prices flat in June
TrendForce released panel quotations for early June. Demand for TV panels slowed after stocking for the 618 shopping festival and the World Cup ended, leaving prices flat. Demand for monitor panels declined, with slight increases only for some sizes. Notebook panel demand remained stable, and prices were flat across the board.
Companies mentioned：集邦科技（TrendForce）
Han Kuo-yu urges consideration of Chinese herbal medicine cultivation to boost farmers’ incomes
Legislative Yuan President Han Kuo-yu attended an association inauguration on the 5th, recommending the development of Chinese herbal medicine cultivation to increase farmers’ incomes and urging attention to the food self-sufficiency rate.
Original扶輪社捐500萬元醫療設備 助提升在地照護力
扶輪社 donated medical equipment worth about NT$5 million to remote areas, improving their capacity to provide telemedicine.
Companies mentioned：扶輪社
Video of tourist apparently riding a deer at Nara Park goes viral; officials call it “highly inappropriate”
A video of a woman apparently sitting on a deer at Nara Park in Japan has gone viral. The Nara prefectural government criticized the behavior as inappropriate but said it would be difficult to immediately determine whether it was illegal.
Companies mentioned：J-CAST NEWS
New Taiwan dollar falls 1.5 fen to close at 31.475
The New Taiwan dollar weakened 1.5 fen against the U.S. dollar, closing at 31.475. Trading volume was US$1.936 billion.
Founder of India’s “Cockroach People’s Party” returns home, plans protest against official
Deepak, founder of the Indian political satire group “Cockroach People’s Party,” has returned home and plans to stage a protest against the education minister on the 6th.
Companies mentioned：印度人民黨（BJP）、小老百姓黨（AAP）
Chairman Band’s Ji Dong vies for Golden Melody Taiwanese-language singer award, chokes up over new album’s account of miner father’s hardships
吳永吉 (Ji Dong), lead singer of 董事長樂團, was nominated for a Golden Melody Award for the album “褪褲lān的兄弟.” On a program, he said the album is a record dedicated to his 90-year-old father, a miner.
Companies mentioned：董事長樂團
Original鴻海5月營收8594億創同期高 第2季營運估優於預期
Original鴻海5月營收8594.09億元，月增3.28%，年增39.57%，創同期新高。前5月累計營收3.82兆元，年增31.79%，亦創新高。第2季營運展望優於預期，AI機櫃持續成長。
New Taipei International Athletics Open: world-record holder Amusan to race in Taiwan
The 2026 New Taipei International Athletics Open will be held at Banqiao Stadium starting June 6, with several world-record holders and Olympic medalists invited to compete in Taiwan.
Companies mentioned：中華民國田徑協會、世界田徑總會（WA）
Returning to Taiwan to compete after 2 years, Yang Chun-han says it will help with Asian Games preparations
Yang Chun-han returned to Taiwan after 2 years to compete in the New Taipei International Athletics Open. He is in excellent form and has already met the Asian Games qualifying standard.
Companies mentioned：中華民國田徑協會
Original力積電5月營收衝44個月高 聯電攀至43個月高
Original力積電與聯電5月營收分別創44個月與43個月新高，受惠於客戶需求上升與價格調漲。
Xi Jinping to visit North Korea; analysts say move showcases influence over Korean Peninsula issues
Xi Jinping will visit North Korea on June 8–9, his first state visit in 7 years. The trip aims to reaffirm China-North Korea ties and demonstrate China’s influence over issues on the Korean Peninsula.
Companies mentioned：新華社、澎湃新聞、韓聯社
Boy drowns while swimming in Jingualiao Creek; farm operator sentenced to 10 months for negligent homicide
A 15-year-old boy surnamed Su drowned in Jingualiao Creek beside 天山親水農場 on July 9, 112. The Taipei District Court sentenced the farm operator, a man surnamed Wu, to 10 months for negligent homicide.
Companies mentioned：天山親水農場
Trump’s White House UFC fight nears; UFC champion says he was barred from competing after criticizing US-Iran war
Trump will host a UFC event at the White House, drawing criticism from fighters and questions from the public.
Companies mentioned：UFC
TPP caucus calls drone act a disastrous bill; DPP says it cannot understand the criticism
A draft special act on the unmanned vehicle industry proposed by DPP Legislator Chung Chia-pin was jointly blocked by the KMT and TPP on the 5th. The TPP caucus called it a disastrous bill, while Chung expressed regret.
Taiwan black bears continue to appear in Alishan, indicating a stable population
Original林業保育署嘉義分署宣布，阿里山地區今年4-5月多次發現台灣黑熊，並拍到未戴發報器的正面影像，顯示有穩定族群。
Companies mentioned：林業及自然保育署嘉義分署、鄒族獵人協會
Chiang Wan-an tries drone soccer and pickleball, pledges support for promotion
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an tried drone soccer and pickleball at the invitation of a TPP city councilor and pledged to support their promotion.
World Cup set to begin; Vancouver airport uses new technology to welcome 2.7 million travelers
The 2026 World Cup will be held from June 11 to July 19, with Vancouver among the host cities. 溫哥華國際機場 expects to welcome 2.7 million travelers and has introduced CT scanners and biometric boarding gates, as well as multilingual services and cultural activities.
Companies mentioned：溫哥華國際機場、加拿大邊境服務局（CBSA）、加拿大皇家騎警（RCMP）、國際足總（FIFA）、Skytrax
Central Bookstore showcases bamboo crafts; cute bamboo bowl featuring Baishatun Mazu draws attention
Central Bookstore and 元泰竹藝社 have teamed up for a bamboo craft exhibition featuring a bamboo bicycle, a cute bamboo bowl depicting Baishatun Mazu, and bamboo cups made from reused bamboo offcuts.
Companies mentioned：元泰竹藝社
65-year-old driver makes wrong turn on National Highway 3, turns around and drives against traffic; stopped by police and referred for prosecution
A 65-year-old man surnamed Lu drove against traffic on National Highway 3 after taking a wrong turn. Police stopped him and referred him for prosecution on public endangerment charges.
China is buying strategic property using Russia’s playbook, Finland’s defense minister says; government must intervene firmly
Finnish Defense Minister Häkkänen said a Chinese corporate network was seeking to acquire at least 10 strategic properties in Finland with national security implications, including land near military bases, critical infrastructure and defense industry sites. The moves were seen as resembling Russia’s past pattern of acquiring strategic property. The Finnish government has rejected the relevant applications and said it would intervene firmly.
Companies mentioned：Nordic Inn、Nordic Haven Design、芬蘭國家廣播公司（Yle）、MTV新聞
Hsinchu City DPP councilor concerned about mahjong parlors near schools; city to revise rules and review them again
Hsinchu City Councilor Cheng Mei-chuan raised concerns about mahjong parlors near schools. The city government will revise the rules and review them again.
堡達: Passive components may remain in short supply in the second half; further price increases possible
堡達 General Manager Li Mao-yang expects passive components to remain in short supply in the second half, with further price increases possible. The company expects growth in business, benefiting from demand for AI servers and data centers.
Companies mentioned：堡達、日本松下（Panasonic）、日本指月電機（Shizuki）
Hualien County governor race: DPP county chapter considering nomination or cooperation
New DPP Hualien County chapter chief Chen Ching-feng said after taking office on June 5 that he would discuss plans for the year-end county governor election with the party’s central headquarters, considering either a nomination or cooperation. The Hualien County race is currently marked by infighting among pan-blue candidates. 國民黨 has nominated Yu Shu-chen, while independent candidates Wei Chia-hsien and Chang Chun have also declared their bids.
Companies mentioned：民主進步黨、國民黨
Man indicted over suspected investment dispute that led him to make package bomb, injuring 2
A man surnamed Wu from Yilan made a bomb package over an investment dispute and left it outside the home of a friend surnamed Chu. It exploded when Chu’s uncle and mother opened it, injuring 2 people. Prosecutors have completed their investigation and indicted Wu on serious charges including attempted murder. The case will be heard by a citizen judge panel.