To support post-disaster reconstruction in Guangfu, 台糖 waives park rents and releases land to help farmers resume cultivation
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台糖 is providing rent relief and releasing land in the wake of the disaster in Guangfu, Hualien, to help farmers resume cultivation and support reconstruction in the affected area.
Lions pitchers issue 6 walks in one inning; Lin Yueh-ping discusses Li Jun's key-pitch problem
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The Uni-Lions' pitchers issued 6 walks in one inning, turning the game around. Manager Lin Yueh-ping highlighted Li Jun's problem with key pitches as the team makes lineup adjustments.
Suzuki Shunsuke suffers skin injury to finger, withdraws from starting role; Chiang Kuo-hao comes in to relieve
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The Fubon Guardians made an emergency switch, bringing in Chiang Kuo-hao to start during a game at Taipei Dome after Suzuki Shunsuke suffered an external finger injury.
Business groups submit 24 proposals to Executive Yuan, covering asset management, net-zero transition and more
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The Chinese National Association of Industry and Commerce held a luncheon in Kaohsiung and submitted 24 proposals to the Executive Yuan, covering five key areas including asset management and the net-zero transition. Most received a positive response.
Negative news contributes to drop in donations; Health Ministry says organ sales are strictly prohibited in Taiwan
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The Ministry of Health and Welfare said the number of organ donors has fallen amid negative news coverage. Organ sales are strictly prohibited in Taiwan, which also has a data cross-checking mechanism.
Hsieh Kuo-liang says tourism bus budget cut was a political ambush; Tung Tzu-wei hits back
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Keelung Mayor Hsieh Kuo-liang criticized the Democratic Progressive Party caucus for cutting the budget for double-decker sightseeing buses through a political ambush. Council Speaker Tung Tzu-wei countered that this was part of lawmakers' duties.
President Lai: Continue strengthening defense self-reliance and advance new AI Ten Major Projects
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President Lai Ching-te attended a New Taipei City Chiayi Association gathering, announcing plans to continue strengthening defense self-reliance and advance the new AI Ten Major Projects. He also recommended Democratic Progressive Party candidates including Su Chiao-hui.
Hsinchu Zhulian Cultural Foundation exhibition uses diverse media to depict century-old temple
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The Hsinchu Zhulian Cultural Foundation is hosting the group exhibition “Ink and Color: The Rhythms of Zhulian.” The 31 artists created works featuring Zhulian Temple, and the exhibition runs through the 14th.
Paramount-Warner Bros. deal: California to decide soon whether to sue to block acquisition
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California Attorney General Bonta said he will soon decide whether to sue to block Paramount Skydance's $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. European regulators are expected to decide whether to approve the deal in early July, and the U.S. Justice Department may also make a decision soon.
Civic group closes Ketagalan Boulevard to create giant playground, calls for children's right to play
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The Alliance for the Promotion of Children's Play held its 2nd “Play Freely Day” on Ketagalan Boulevard on June 6, closing the street to create a giant playground and advocate for children's right to play.
Chung Hua University and businesses plant trees with families, turning abandoned Hsinchu County tea farm into ecological forest
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Chung Hua University and Huang Chang Construction launched the “USR×CSR Green Commitment” project, transforming an abandoned tea farm in Xinpu Township, Hsinchu County, into an ecological forest and environmental education site through family tree-planting activities. Nearly 990 trees and shrubs have been planted, and more than 700 existing trees continue to receive care.
Matsu adaptive sports festival adds adult division for first time
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Lianjiang County's 3rd adaptive sports festival was held on the 6th, adding adult and preschool divisions for the first time and drawing 200 participants.
Former Cuban leader Raul Castro makes first public appearance since U.S. indictment
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Former Cuban leader Raul Castro made his first public appearance since being indicted by the United States on murder charges, attending a celebration at Havana's Interior Ministry.
Peng Chi-ming visits Pingtung pineapple-leaf fiber extraction facility; agricultural waste turned into resource through recycling chain
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Environment Minister Peng Chi-ming visited 九如鄉農會's automated pineapple-leaf fiber extraction and recycling facility in Jiuru Township, Pingtung, on the 6th, announcing plans to work with the Agriculture Ministry to build a complete recycling chain and business model. The Legislative Yuan recently passed the Resource Circulation Promotion Act.
Cho Jung-tai: Taiwan's GDP is growing rapidly and will join the world's 20 largest economies
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Taiwan Premier Cho Jung-tai said Taiwan's GDP growth is accelerating and the country will enter the world's top 20 economies. He also said the U.S.-Taiwan Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART) is expected to reduce additional tariffs.
Huang Wei-che promotes Tainan farm products in Chiayi, joins Huang Min-hui to showcase local flavors
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Tainan Mayor Huang Wei-che held a farm produce sales event at Far Eastern Department Store in Chiayi, with Chiayi Mayor Huang Min-hui joining the promotion. They also held a pineapple donation.
6 Taichung civic groups team up with beverage operators for Lanxing Show, encouraging invoice donations for charity
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6 public-interest groups in Taichung City partnered with chain beverage operator “中区50嵐” to hold the 1st “Lanxing Charity Talent Show.” Admission was free for those who donated 6 receipts, and all 500 seats were filled on the day.
U.S. President Donald Trump alleged without evidence that fraud had occurred in California’s gubernatorial primary. California federal prosecutor Bill Essayli announced an investigation. Counting is not yet complete, and Hilton, the Republican candidate backed by Trump, is temporarily in the lead.
President Lai visits exhibition marking 30 years of direct presidential elections, looks back on Taiwan’s democratic journey with the public
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Taiwan President Lai Ching-te visited the special exhibition “1996.03.23—A Watershed in History,” marking 30 years of direct presidential elections, at the Presidential Office and met with members of the public.
Trump immigration policy affecting 39 countries ruled unlawful by U.S. federal judge
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U.S. federal Judge McConnell ruled that policies implemented by the Trump administration amid anti-immigrant sentiment were unlawful, leaving people from 39 countries unable to obtain decisions on asylum, work permits, green cards and naturalization applications.
Art brought to the countryside: artists from 8 counties and cities exhibit 70 works in Guanshan, Taitung
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The Xinhe Culture and Arts Association is holding an art exhibition in the countryside at the Guanshan Township Arts Center, featuring 70 works by 24 artists from 8 counties and cities. The exhibition runs through the 28th.
North Korea announces plan to build wan-ton-class destroyer, showcasing military strength ahead of Xi Jinping’s visit
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North Korea announced it would build a wan-ton-class destroyer ahead of Xi Jinping’s visit. Kim Jong Un ordered its deployment after inspecting a naval test.
Greene highlights unmanned systems, says he hopes Taiwan will continue investing in military deterrence and resilience
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AIT Director Raymond Greene praised Taiwan’s special defense budget at the DSET Forum and urged continued investment in military deterrence and societal resilience, with a particular focus on unmanned systems. He also emphasized U.S.-Taiwan cooperation on AI, semiconductors, energy and drone supply chains.
California Raisins baking contest: Kung Tung’s Weng Szu-yu wins Best Creativity Award
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Weng Szu-yu, a student at Kung Tung Technical Senior High School in Taitung, won the Best Creativity Award at the 2026 California Raisins National Creative Sustainable Baking Championship.
Europe-based conductor Chuang Tung-chieh returns to Taiwan to guest conduct National Taiwan Symphony Orchestra in Nordic classics
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Europe-based conductor Chuang Tung-chieh returned to Taiwan to guest conduct 國立台灣交響樂團 in a program of Nordic classics, with Chen Ting-wei, principal flute of the Oslo Philharmonic in Norway, as a guest performer.
Scorching heat is no excuse: England manager vows there will be no settling for anything but victory at World Cup
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England manager Thomas Tuchel said he would not use the scorching heat as an excuse and that the goal was to win the 2026 World Cup. The team will play 2 warm-up matches in Florida, with its opener against Croatia on June 17.
Shen Po-yang says Beijing should be the one worried after saying in interview he would not rule out visiting China
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Shen Po-yang, the Democratic Progressive Party’s candidate for Taipei mayor, said he would not rule out visiting China and that Beijing should be worried. Chiang Wan-an challenged the DPP to clarify its position.
Rakuten Super Sale exclusive 27% off: “POCKAM P11,” a high-performance 11-inch tablet with Android 16 and Gemini AI, for ¥15,999! 6-piece set with keyboard makes work and study easier
Mibro smartwatch brand holds early-summer appreciation sale
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株式会社Heart Planet, the official Japanese distributor of smartwatch brand “Mibro (ミブロ),” is holding the “2026 Mibro Early Summer Appreciation Sale,” with discounts of up to 37% on eligible models, from June 4 to June 10, 2026, at its official online store, Amazon, Rakuten Ichiba and physical stores.
【NPO法人せいぼ × TERA Energy】Switching electricity providers helps fund school meals in Malawi! New “応援するでんき” plan offers a way to change the world through everyday choices
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NPO法人せいぼ and TERA Energy株式会社 have launched the “応援するでんき” plan, which donates up to 2.5% of electricity bills to school meal support in Malawi. Users can support the program and choose renewable energy without paying anything extra.
Notice of solo exhibition marking the publication of Keiichi Inamine’s photography collection “幻花青年”: Photography exhibition “SEINEN Phantom Lotus” by Keiichi Inamine -Kochi
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KOMIYAMA TOKYO G will host a photography exhibition, “SEINEN Phantom Lotus” by Keiichi Inamine, from June 12 to June 28, 2026, to mark the publication of his new photo book. A limited edition of 300 hardcover copies will be sold for 15,000 yen plus tax at the venue starting June 12 and online from June 15.
RDTA international search-and-rescue dog examination to be held in Noboribetsu, Hokkaido
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The Search and Rescue Dog Trainers Association will hold an international search-and-rescue dog certification examination in Noboribetsu, Hokkaido, from June 13 to 14. 22 dogs from across Japan will take part, with their rescue capabilities in disasters being assessed.
First in Kanagawa Prefecture: Yokohama College of Commerce to become a 100% renewable-energy university, with electricity from Odawara solar sharing supplied to all campuses through a PPA
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Yokohama College of Commerce will power all its campuses with 100% renewable energy using electricity generated through solar sharing, in collaboration with Odawara Kanagote Farm and others. The initiative is an advanced example of a community-based renewable energy model at a university.
Another works, which promotes the practical implementation of multi-job careers, welcomes a company visit from Fujiyamadai Junior High School in Kasugai, Aichi Prefecture, and supports students taking on challenges to shape the future.
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Another works Inc. welcomed a company visit from Fujiyamadai Junior High School in Kasugai, Aichi Prefecture, on May 13, 2026. The company operates the multi-job matching platform Fukugyo Cloud. To broaden students’ future career-building and challenge opportunities by introducing them to “multi-job” careers as a diverse way of working, it provided classes, workshops and workplace tours.
Football boots “MORELIA NEO Ⅴ JAPAN” and “MORELIA NEO Ⅴ β JAPAN” go on sale.
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Mizuno will launch 2 fifth-generation football boot models in its MORELIA NEO series on June 11. New outsoles and Japanese-made materials improve lightweight performance and comfort. The series has held the No. 1 share for 8 consecutive high school championship tournaments. Hidemasa Morita and Reo Hatate are among those expected to wear them. Sales target: 110,000 pairs.
[First Tokyo location] “Enjoy Toyama without going to Toyama!” Premium bento brand Toyama Bento, launched in Toyama, expands to 6 locations nationwide and enters the greater Tokyo area.
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Toyama Bento, a premium bento brand launched in Toyama and operated by Big Wind Inc., will open its first location in the greater Tokyo area in Tokyo, bringing its nationwide total to 6 locations. Product listings and order acceptance are scheduled to begin in mid-June.
New developments by Yoshihiro Suda and Hiroshi Sugimoto at Benesse House.
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Naoshima Cultural Village is carrying out spatial renovations and installing new works by Yoshihiro Suda and Hiroshi Sugimoto at Benesse House through spring 2026. The Benesse House Museum is showing Suda’s new works, including “Rose at the Former Public Telephone Booth Site.” At Hiroshi Sugimoto Gallery: Time Corridors, New Material Research Laboratory renovated the lounge and new works including “Brush Impression” were unveiled.
Corporate promotional goods, original LOGO printing, ultra-low prices, heatstroke prevention, UV protection, 590 yen/piece. All-weather folding umbrella, an ultra-light umbrella lighter than a smartphone. Japan Benri Tenten, 1,680 yen/piece, uniformly. Early-bird discount of 10% starting in June June.
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Yiwu Youfeng Co., Ltd. has begun wholesale sales of ultra-light folding umbrellas with UV protection. The umbrellas can be printed with company logos and are available with short lead times.
BLDB (bldb.jp) has unveiled a premium desktop metal model brand using 1mm-thick SUS304 stainless steel and a machining tolerance of ±0.1mm. It recreates the “wood joinery” principles of traditional architecture with a screw-fastening mechanism, offering an assembly experience and an asset in spatial aesthetics.
[50% OFF exclusively on Yahoo! Shopping] DOOGEE U11 Pro special sale; get a protective case by posting a review! The 11-inch AI tablet with Android 16 is ¥17,500 (tax included).
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Shenzhen Daoge Chuangxiang E-commerce Co., Ltd. is holding a 50% OFF special sale on the DOOGEE U11 Pro, an 11-inch tablet featuring the latest Android 16 and Google Gemini AI, at the DOOGEE store on Yahoo! Shopping through 23:59 on June 10, 2026. The tablet is available for ¥17,500 (tax included) with a limited coupon, down from the regular price of ¥35,000 (tax included). Benefits include free nationwide shipping and a dedicated protective case for customers who post a review. Sales are limited in quantity and offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
[AI tackles awkward silences after matching: Yoitoki strengthens conversation support features]
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Yoitoki, a dating app operated by OLA PARTY JAPAN Inc., has enhanced the conversation support features of its AI concierge, Mio, to address “silent matches”—when conversations fail to get going after a match. Built on a system-level screenshot-blocking feature as a security foundation, it offers personalized message suggestions and support for keeping conversations going, based on users’ personality tendencies and 16-type love-style diagnosis data.
[Announcement] Dear WHISKY, one of Japan’s largest comprehensive whisky information websites, is finally launching premium membership!!
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Original株式会社クレア・ライフ・パートナーズが運営するウイスキー情報総合サイト「Dear WHISKY」が、年額12,000円(税込)のプレミアム会員制度を開始。会員限定記事の読み放題やアードモア蒸溜所のミニボトル入会特典、BAR FIVE Arrowsでの1杯無料サービス、オンラインショップ5%OFFなどの特典を提供する。
Women’s empowerment project through Indonesian martial arts, “Guardian Girls Pencak Silat” (GGPS), launches worldwide!
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International NGO 国際ガーディアン・ガールズ(GGI) and the 国際プンチャック・シラット連盟(IPSF) launched the international project “Guardian Girls Pencak Silat” (GGPS) worldwide on May 18, 2026, with the aim of empowering women and girls through the Indonesian martial art of pencak silat. The launch ceremony was held at the residence of the Japanese ambassador to Indonesia and attended by Japanese, Indonesian and United Nations representatives.
Are Japanese and Kyrgyz people alike? Ash Travel joined the filming coordination for Yomiuri TV’s “Shingo no Me,” hosted by Shingo Katori, as the crew searched for Bakarhythm! Broadcast June 6 and 13 (Saturday).
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Ash Travel, a local travel agency in Kyrgyzstan, Central Asia, for which Minna LLC provides support in Japan, coordinated on-location filming for the Kyrgyzstan segment of Yomiuri TV’s “Shingo no Me,” airing June 6 and 13, 2026. The program is hosted by Shingo Katori, with Bakarhythm as its June monthly host. For the feature “Find someone in Kyrgyzstan who looks like Bakarhythm!,” the agency provided comprehensive support, including advance research, permit applications, interpreting, transportation and accommodation arrangements for interviews and filming in the capital, Bishkek, and the Chong-Kemin Valley, among other locations.
New makeup salon “LUNE” opens in Omotesando. Help end makeup confusion with Korean makeup lessons from professionals who teach other professionals♪ A new location from GEKKABIJIN, the industry’s No. 1 with 190,000 Instagram followers.
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GEKKABIJIN, operated by 株式会社月下美人, will open a new makeup salon, “LUNE,” in Omotesando in June 2026. The salon will offer the public Korean makeup techniques taught to professionals and provide personalized cosmetic prescriptions to help clients overcome makeup confusion.
Recommendation by the Securities and Exchange Surveillance Commission.
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The Securities and Exchange Surveillance Commission has recommended administrative action against moomoo証券. The company has begun analyzing the causes and implementing measures to prevent recurrence, and has pledged to strengthen its management framework. Customer order execution and the safety of assets will continue as usual.
Vietnamese president calls for dialogue and restraint as Asia’s largest security conference opens — Vietnam makes its presence felt internationally as a leader in peacebuilding —
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On May 29, 2026, Vietnam’s Party General Secretary and President To Lam delivered the keynote address at the 23rd Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore. It was a first for a Vietnamese leader and a historic event signaling Vietnam’s rising standing in the international community.
Rizapro, a cram school specializing in recommendation-based admissions, launches “UTokyo CoD Course” for the University of Tokyo’s new school.
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Rizapro has launched a preparation course for the University of Tokyo’s new school, the “UTokyo College of Design.” It provides comprehensive support for critical thinking, statements of purpose and interview preparation.
[Limited time and quantity] Limited-edition Japanese sweets light up the nights at Hikawa Shrine: selling “Tsukikage Hotaru” mizu-yokan for the Hikawa Shrine Firefly Viewing Event
[Yokohama City Yoshinocho Citizens’ Plaza] Participants wanted for a beginner guitar workshop open to everyone from 3rd graders through adults! (7 sessions on Sundays from 7/19 to 9/13, with a showcase on 9/20)
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The Yokohama Arts Foundation will hold the beginner-friendly “Challenge the Guitar Workshop 2026” at Yoshinocho Citizens’ Plaza. The workshop runs every Sunday from July 19 to September 13, 2026, for a total of 7 sessions, with a graduation showcase on September 20. Open to students from 3rd grade through adults, participants will work toward performing “A Cruel Angel’s Thesis” under the instruction of Junichi Tajikawa and Takuma Mogi. Participation fees are 15,000 yen for general participants, 8,000 yen for high school students and younger, and 18,000 yen for parent-child pairs. Enrollment is limited to the first 25 people.
Notice of new contract for player Takatoshi Furukawa
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信州ブレイブウォリアーズ have signed veteran player Takatoshi Furukawa to a 2-year contract starting with the 2026-27 season. The experienced player, who has extensive national-team experience, is set to join the team.
[香川ファイブアローズ] Notice of the end of player Yuya Ukeda’s contract for the 2025-26 season
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香川ファイブアローズ announced that Yuya Ukeda’s contract will expire at the end of the 2025-26 season. Ukeda has decided on his next team, which will be announced by the new club at a later date.
[香川ファイブアローズ] Notice of contract renewal with player Katsumi Takahashi for the 2026-27 season
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香川ファイブアローズ announced that it has renewed Katsumi Takahashi’s player contract for the 2026-27 season. He wears number 4 and plays PG/SG, and is entering his 3rd year with the team.
[フジテレビ] Re-edited version of the drama “A Journey to Kill You,” titled “A Journey to Kill You: Chapter One—The Beginning of the Journey,” set for a limited 1-week theatrical release starting Friday, August 21!
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フジテレビ’s drama “A Journey to Kill You” will be re-released in theaters for a limited 1-week run starting August 21 as “A Journey to Kill You: Chapter One—The Beginning of the Journey.” The poster visual, stills, and trailer have been unveiled, and comments have arrived from co-stars Masanari Wada and Hiroto Takahashi, as well as original author Nishi Asai.
[Sapporo, Susukino] “nuit.”, a place to enjoy from day to night, grand-opens on Friday, June 5, 2026! — A hideaway where you can forget the hustle and bustle of everyday life opens on the 8th floor of a building in Susukino —
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Café and bar “nuit.” will grand-open in Sapporo’s Susukino district on June 5, 2026. The hideaway-style space serves the same menu by day and by night.