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なごみの米屋 will sell collaboration products with popular character ふなっしー in conjunction with an event at Tobu Department Store Funabashi. The lineup will include pear-flavored dorayaki and charming traditional Japanese sweets, making it an event fans won't want to miss.
JAM福井勝山マウンテンリゾート will open “JAM Terrace,” an observation terrace at an altitude of 1,000m, on July 11, 2026, in collaboration with niko and ... .
Companies mentioned：株式会社アダストリア、JAM福井勝山マウンテンリゾート
Mediphone will exhibit at the 25th General Affairs, Human Resources and Accounting Week in June 2026, showcasing its cloud-based health management system mediment. The company supports corporate health management and productivity improvements.
Companies mentioned：RX Japan合同会社
株式会社アラヤ has announced its AI partner platform ClanExe and previewed its product website ahead of the start of a closed beta. The company proposes a new business model that uses AI as a partner.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アラヤ
日本プルーフポイント released its “2026 AI and Human Risk Landscape” report. It found that while AI adoption is advancing, many organizations are not confident in the effectiveness of their security measures, and AI-related incidents are increasing.
Companies mentioned：日本プルーフポイント、プルーフポイント
Lusca Odawara is marking its 20th anniversary with a renovation of its 3rd-floor entrance. A new food zone featuring 8 shops will open on June 25.
Companies mentioned：株式会社JR横浜湘南シティクリエイト
GAAAT Gallery Fukuoka will host "CULTURAL CLASHING," an exhibition of Indonesian contemporary art featuring 16 artists from June 13-21, 2026. This event aims to introduce Jakarta's vibrant creative scene to Japan and foster cultural exchange.
Companies mentioned：Canvas Confluence Collective (CCC)、Skandara、ruangrupa
Marks Life and Yakult Sanyo have formed a business partnership to address challenges involving “the family home and daily life” in Hiroshima and Yamaguchi prefectures. Combining their expertise, the companies will provide comprehensive, locally rooted support for increasingly complex issues related to housing, caregiving and inheritance amid population aging and changes in family structure.
Companies mentioned：メルカリ
One Stop Business Center Inc. is launching a new feature, “Side Business University,” on its official YouTube channel. Popular marketer Kazumitsu Nagae will serve as a special professor, sharing how to start a side business, the secrets to success and know-how for companies to make use of talent, with the aim of expanding the side-business market and addressing labor shortages.
NESTA Resort Kobe will hold its summer-only event, “NESTA ‘Super’ Summer Festival 2026,” every day for 30 days. With fireworks festivals declining nationwide, it aims to attract visitors with a cumulative 15,450 fireworks and interactive activities.
Companies mentioned：株式会社三光煙火製造所、キリン
Premier Group and Pocket Card will begin issuing the Car Premier Visa Card, which customers can apply for when purchasing a car, on June 11, 2026. The card uses information from auto financing applications and offers benefits such as a free, automatically included ETC card and a 1% discount on monthly bills, aiming to improve convenience for customers.
Companies mentioned：伊藤忠商事
MobiFull has launched a Father’s Day gift feature page, presenting car accessories as a new gift option. A survey found that about 70% of respondents would be happy to receive car accessories or gadgets for Father’s Day. The selection includes products tailored to different types of fathers and budgets.
Companies mentioned：Union Eternity Inc.
mento Inc. has begun providing its “mento Management AI” platform to シチズン時計株式会社. To advance human capital management, the platform uses AI to improve the quality of dialogue, support the development of managers and encourage employees to take ownership of their careers.
Companies mentioned：シチズン時計株式会社
BAUM will relaunch Cleansing Oil n on June 25. The formula adds hinoki oil and pore-clearing ingredients to effectively remove clogged pores while retaining skin moisture. It is alcohol-free and has a forest-bathing-like scent to enhance a refreshing feel.
Companies mentioned：資生堂
LiLz Inc. and リックス株式会社 have formed a capital and business alliance. To address prolonged inspection work and labor shortages at production sites, the companies will advance the global expansion of remote inspection solutions and other initiatives.
Companies mentioned：リックス株式会社
Kanematsu Electronics will exhibit at the 38th Manufacturing World Tokyo, showcasing products and services that support both digital transformation in manufacturing and factory security. As the importance of cybersecurity measures grows, the company will present concrete examples of implementation.
Korean self-gel nail brand “ohora” will mark its 5th anniversary in Japan with the June 15 launch of a collaboration collection featuring popular salons and nail artists. Limited-edition gifts and special prices will also be offered as a token of appreciation.
Companies mentioned：株式会社グルガジャパン
Barbour will open a new store at Daimaru Kyoto on June 18, 2026. The store will offer a wide range of men’s, women’s and unisex items, as well as exclusive products and opening commemorative offers.
Companies mentioned：Daimaru
Mottox has announced the selection of five “Official Wine Ambassadors for 2026,” whose term will run from April 2026 to March 2027. The program aims to bring wine closer to people’s everyday lives through the ambassadors’ social media posts.
Companies mentioned：Mottox Co., Ltd.
Boomi and Fortience Consulting will hold a joint webinar on the integration of SAP and AI on June 23. They will present a data integration strategy for migration to S/4HANA.
Companies mentioned：Boomi株式会社、フォーティエンスコンサルティング株式会社
Kan’eiji in Ueno, Tokyo, has begun offering the summer-only “Tokugawa Kirie Goshuin,” a paper shrine-and-temple stamp featuring cut-paper artwork. Depicting Shinobazu Pond and Bentendo in summer, the stamp expresses compassion for all living things. Produced by 株式会社エルターナル, it will be available at the Konpon Chudo from June 13, 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社エルターナル
EF Education First Japan held the final of its English speech contest. 16 participants shared their unique perspectives in impromptu speeches in English.
Originalエムシーディースリーは、技能者向けアプリ「Myグリーンサイト」にシングルサインオン（SSO）機能を追加し、施工管理サービス「ワークサイト」との連携を開始しました。これにより、職長はID発行や現場選択の手間なく、ワンタップで「ワークサイト」を直接利用できるようになり、現場業務のデジタル化がさらに推進されます。
Change Inc. has launched “Self-Starter Training,” a program to develop employees who deliver results through frontline initiative. In response to the management challenge of organizations where “people don’t take action” amid advancing digital transformation, the program aims to strengthen corporate competitiveness by fostering initiative and the ability to drive change across an organization. It has already been adopted by more than 20 companies, and the company expects to expand it to around 100 companies this fiscal year.
Companies mentioned：株式会社チェンジホールディングス
CLLENN, a digital comics publisher in the DMM Group, began releasing 5 new horizontal-reading manga titles in June 2026. Released under labels such as “Koipare” and “DEDEDE,” the works offer readers a variety of genres, including office romance, fantasy, suspense and revenge stories.
Companies mentioned：DMM Group、Comic Stock、Future Comics、GIGATOON Studio
Modernity will release the “B5” bone-conduction headphones from Nordic audio brand Sudio on June 11. The open-ear design lets users enjoy music while hearing surrounding sounds, and offers IPX7 water resistance and up to 8.5 hours of playback. The design also takes the environment into account.
Companies mentioned：Sudio、Modernity Co., Ltd.
‘HOLD UP MORNING,’ which won the grand prize at a film festival hosted by Starcat Corporation, will have its Chubu region premiere at Fushimi Million-za in Nagoya. The literary feature film portrays 3 characters grappling with loss as they find renewal through encounters with a mysterious woman named Tsuta.
Companies mentioned：Really Like Films Co., Ltd.
A men-only sauna facility, Sauna Max, and functional capsule rooms, Max Cabin, have opened at Hotel Livemax BUDGET Kagoshima Tenmonkan. The hotel also features a large bath using natural hot spring water from Tarumizu Onsen, offering guests a place to refresh.
Companies mentioned：Livemax Co., Ltd.
A men-only sauna facility, Sauna Max, and functional capsule rooms, Max Cabin, have opened at Hotel Livemax Tendo. Guests can now enjoy a more comfortable bathing experience and private space.
Companies mentioned：株式会社リブ・マックス
Livemax Inc. has opened Sauna Max, a men-only sauna facility, at Hotel Livemax BUDGET Hiratsuka Station Front. Located about a 5-minute walk from JR Hiratsuka Station, it offers guests a new kind of stay designed to refresh body and mind.
Companies mentioned：Livemax Co., Ltd.
The Nakayoshi Gakuen Project provided educational support in Nepal using disaster preparedness materials created by children in Anpachi, Gifu Prefecture. The initiative brought Japan’s disaster preparedness expertise to the world through child-led learning materials.
aiwell Inc. and Kitahachi Meat Shop conducted a study to scientifically elucidate the taste of Wagyu using proteomic analysis. The study suggested scientific evidence related to the production of savory compounds, digestibility and tenderness, particularly in Ehime Akane Wagyu and Hanano Beef, and also identified new taste-related proteins.
Companies mentioned：住友商事北海道株式会社
RIKEN VIETNAM CO., LTD., a subsidiary of RIKEN TECHNOS CO., LTD., has started full-scale operations of its solar power generation facilities. This initiative aims to cover 12% of the factory's electricity needs and reduce CO₂ emissions by 425 tons annually, aligning with the group's sustainability goals.
Companies mentioned：RIKEN TECHNOS CO., LTD.、RIKEN (THAILAND) CO., LTD.
The Digital Salon Association announced that 44 new members have joined its youth division as part of its effort to develop the next generation of leaders in the beauty industry. The move is expected to further energize the association’s activities as it works to improve digital literacy across the industry.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Eye Universe、AMA TOKYO、株式会社ALLZ、株式会社Null、一般社団法人日本美容サロン協議会
Footwear brand freewaters has launched a limited-edition Tsutomu Method × freewaters Cloud9 Slide recovery sandal, supervised by Mitsuhiro Tsutomu. The sandals support people who spend long hours standing or moving around in demanding work environments, offering a new way to boost concentration. A portion of sales will go toward supporting efforts to address water challenges worldwide.
Companies mentioned：freewaters、LIKES ONLINE STORE
Cellest Inc. CEO Hiroshi Sasaki will speak at an AI seminar on June 16, 2026. He will explain hands-on, staff-led AI practices supporting live commerce operations with monthly sales of 200 million yen.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ユニメディア、株式会社扶桑社
The Japan Lifesaving Association (JLA) has signed an official supporter agreement with ニューウェルブランズ・ジャパン合同会社, which operates the outdoor brand Coleman. The partnership aims to protect lifeguards from summer heat, reduce the risk of heatstroke and establish safer rescue and monitoring systems. Following the introduction of Coleman products and a pilot program on the Shonan coast, the partners aim to roll out the initiative nationwide.
Companies mentioned：ニューウェルブランズ・ジャパン合同会社
Octopus Energy will run “Summer Happy Hour 2026” in summer 2026, offering rewards based on electricity use during a 2-hour window each day. About 110,000 people participated last year and received an average reward of about 335 yen. The initiative aims to ease household expenses while supporting comfortable living.
Companies mentioned：東京ガス
Aakel has been commissioned for the 2nd consecutive year to provide support for managing CO2 emissions in Kanagawa Prefecture, launching a project to provide free, hands-on support for decarbonization management at 70 small and medium-sized businesses in the prefecture.
Companies mentioned：アークエル株式会社
Miidas has launched Miidas AI Recruitment Buddy, an AI recruitment service for small and medium-sized businesses. The service aims to strengthen recruitment capabilities through ongoing support from AI and people.
Companies mentioned：パーソルグループ、ミイダス株式会社
Minato City, Tokyo, has signed an agreement with Tokyo Gas and Creatura to promote decarbonization initiatives through the creation of J-Credits. The partnership aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 while advancing regional decarbonization and economic revitalization.
Companies mentioned：東京ガス株式会社、クレアトゥラ株式会社
Tera introduced the next-generation wallet TwooCa to promote health management and make appreciation visible. The initiative increased employees’ attachment to the company and energized the organization.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Kort Valuta、株式会社テラ、東京メトロポリタンテレビジョン株式会社
Jinbei’s generative AI-powered OCR, GenOCR, is seeing full-scale adoption in the IT and SIer industries, with Alpha Techno and Rozetta among its users. The system improves business efficiency by handling non-standard forms and handwriting.
Companies mentioned：ジンベイ株式会社、株式会社アルファテクノ、株式会社ロゼッタ
Starting July 4, 2026, Chiba Nippo will provide full coverage of the 108th National High School Baseball Championship Chiba Tournament on “Chiba Nippo ONLINE.” The website will include the schedule, team profiles and game results, with updates shared through social media and a free newsletter so readers won’t miss the exciting action featuring high school players.
VT COSMETICS is launching the new Vitamin C Astaxanthin Mask, which moisturizes dull-looking skin caused by dryness and helps create a radiant, glowing complexion. This daily mask is easy to incorporate into your everyday skincare routine.
Companies mentioned：VT COSMETICS
PERSOL Divers took part in “Tokyo Pride 2026” and hosted a booth to promote diversity and understanding of LGBTQ+ issues. It is working to expand the circle of allies through interactive activities.
Companies mentioned：パーソルグループ
TRIAL’s apparel specialty store “RIALT” will open its first Tohoku location, at Seiyu The Mall Sendai Nagamachi, on June 11. The store will serve as Japan’s first model location specializing in high-performance innerwear designed for climate change.
Companies mentioned：株式会社トライアルホールディングス
The AICX Association, a general incorporated association, announced that 株式会社Recho has joined as a member, in a move to advance the social implementation of AI agents and optimize customer experiences. Recho is a startup that provides voice AI agents and will contribute to sharing industry knowledge and realizing customer experiences for the AI era through the association’s activities.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Recho
Tsukui Co., Ltd. has introduced a new education program, the “Tsukui-bito Maestro System,” to support the retention and development of care workers. Aiming to improve expertise and make career paths more visible, the system features 4 training levels and the highest-level “Tsukui-bito Maestro Certification.”
Ject One is launching “Shizuoka Relocation and Home-Moving Support” in partnership with the Shizuoka Gas Group and Shizuoka Bank. The service will ease the burden on people hoping to relocate as they sell or make use of their homes in the Greater Tokyo area while searching for a new home in Shizuoka, helping promote relocation.
YADOKARI will open “Ahahi no Hanare,” a new building consisting of 2 connected structures, at its lodging facility in Kita-Karuizawa in fall 2026, and will resume recruiting owners.
Juicy Gyoza no Dandadan is launching a collaborative campaign with 講談社’s picture book “The Gyoza Has Gone Missing—We’re Looking for It.” A character from the book will become an ambassador, and customers ordering the children’s gyoza set will receive a spot-the-difference puzzle.
Companies mentioned：講談社、NATTY SWANKY HOLDINGS
KINS President and CEO Yutaka Shimokawa will appear on TBS program “Sakurai and Ariyoshi THE Night Party,” airing today, June 11. The company is a health-tech firm built on microbiome research and aims to free people from chronic diseases.
Companies mentioned：TBS
Kora Co., Ltd. will close all directly operated locations from June 15 to 17, 2026, as part of efforts to create a better working environment for employees. The closure, with some locations excluded, aims to give employees time to refresh physically and mentally and to improve service quality.
ILMIIO ROASTERY Lab. has begun offering a special illustrated Father’s Day gift wrapper for coffee beans and latte base. The service offers an opportunity to express everyday gratitude through a special wrapper and enhance the gift-giving experience.
Companies mentioned：コマースメディア株式会社
emole Co., Ltd. is partnering with TikTok livestreamer agency “like me” to hold an event for its affiliated livestreamers to compete for roles in the short drama “BUMP.” The initiative aims to bring talent developed through live streaming into the video field and discover the next generation of actors and creators.
Companies mentioned：like me
Morpho will exhibit for the first time at the “8th International Construction and Surveying Exhibition (CSPI2026),” showcasing its advanced image-processing AI technology to address challenges in the construction industry, including safety concerns and labor shortages. The exhibition will focus on improving on-site efficiency and safety and will offer interactive experiences.
Gourmet Kineya sponsored the Hanshin Tigers’ baseball promotion activities and held a baseball clinic for elementary school students and their parents. The initiative aims to give children opportunities to enjoy baseball, helping address the decline in the number of players due to the falling birthrate while contributing to the community and nurturing the next generation.
Companies mentioned：Hanshin Tigers
株式会社寺子屋 will open “Monchhichi House Miyajima,” a Monchhichi concept shop, on Miyajima, a World Heritage site, on June 25, 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社寺子屋、株式会社セキグチ
株式会社トレードワルツ and WaveBL have signed a platform integration agreement to expand digital trade connectivity in the Japanese market. The partnership is expected to give users of both companies’ platforms greater access to global networks through the digitization of trade documents and seamless data connections, while streamlining trade finance workflows.
Companies mentioned：NTTデータ、豊田通商、東京大学協創プラットフォーム開発、住友商事、三菱商事、TW Link、東京海上日動火災保険、三井住友銀行、豊島、上組、フジトランス コーポレーション、三井倉庫ホールディングス、日新、三菱UFJ銀行、丸紅、三菱倉庫、みずほ銀行、損害保険ジャパン、OGY DOCS Inc.
Yumoto Fujiya Hotel will operate its outdoor pool during summer 2026. Surrounded by Hakone’s natural scenery, the garden pool features a 25m pool and a children’s pool, and is free for hotel guests. It is ideal for making summer memories with family and friends.
Companies mentioned：Kokusai Kogyo Group、Fujiya Hotel Co., Ltd.
Oishi Kenko Co., Ltd. has released the results of a survey on rising food ingredient prices. The survey found that prices have increased overall compared with 2016, with particularly large fluctuations in vegetable prices. The findings prompted the company to develop its AI food cost estimator.
株式会社LDcube will hold a webinar on June 22 aimed at improving workplace communication. It will explain methods for deepening mutual understanding and building shared terminology, starting with self-understanding.
Companies mentioned：株式会社LDcube
サラヤ株式会社’s salt ramune “Shiomal” has won the “Heat Countermeasure Support Award” in the “Hit Product and Topical Product Awards” hosted by ドラッグマガジン. Its salt content is adjusted to make it easy for children to eat, and it features a refreshing flavor and texture.
Companies mentioned：サラヤ株式会社、ドラッグマガジン、八千代会、日本チェーンドラッグストア協会
Dai-ichi Kogyo Seiyaku has won the Osaka Industrial Research Association’s 76th Industrial Technology Award for developing an aqueous dispersion of polyurethane resin with high heat resistance. The environmentally friendly material combines high performance with reduced VOC emissions and has previously won an Invention Encouragement Award.
Companies mentioned：First Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.
HQ has entered into a business partnership with Hyakujushi Bank and will provide the next-generation benefit services “Shokuji Hojo HQ” and “Tokutoku HQ.” The move aims to address HR challenges at regional businesses and treat employee benefits as an investment to improve employee engagement.
Companies mentioned：株式会社HQ、株式会社百十四銀行、LITALICO
Godo Shuppan will release the picture book Kotone and Kotto’s Voice Balloon, which helps readers understand stuttering, on June 11. Through the story of a 1st-grade elementary school student who struggles with stuttering, the book gently explains how it works, how people who stutter feel, and how those around them can interact with them.
Companies mentioned：合同出版株式会社、毎日新聞社、学苑社、光文社新書、Amazon、楽天ブックス
Wakamono Research surveyed people in their 10s and current high school students about their ideal age for marriage. Among female high school students, age 25 ranked No. 1, shedding light on how young people plan their lives and view marriage.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ワカモノリサーチ
STANDING ON THE BLUE, a pet brand by Fashion Net Inc., is re-releasing its popular "Cool&Insect Mesh Suit" in early July 2026, with pre-orders starting June 11, 2026. A new color, "Lavender," will be added to the lineup, offering insect repellent and cooling functions for active pets.
Companies mentioned：MNインターファッション株式会社、ファッションネット株式会社、日鉄物産、三井物産アイ・ファッション
Quon Co., Ltd. has introduced the new “Kimochi Stamp” feature to its community mall “Beach®.” Users can now intuitively express a wider range of emotions, not just applause, encouraging greater participation in the community.
LIFiLL will hold a limited-time pop-up at Isetan Shinjuku, offering advance sales of items including new collaboration colors, along with exclusive gifts.
Companies mentioned：スタイレム瀧定大阪株式会社
Plott Inc. will hold a collaboration event with VTuber group Shiritsu Para no Maru High School in the smartphone game “Teipen Wars” starting June 10. The event will feature exclusive characters, a featured-character gacha, and special missions. The collaboration aims to appeal to both groups’ fan bases and boost activity in the game.
Companies mentioned：Plott Inc.
The Condominium Mirai Value Research Institute will hold a free WEB seminar on June 18 about revisions to the law facilitating the revitalization of aging condominiums. Experts will explain the key points of the legal revisions and their practical impact, and explore future possibilities for condominium revitalization.
Companies mentioned：大和ハウスグループ、横浜マリン法律事務所、一般社団法人マンション管理業協会
Aikasa has teamed up with Tokyo Monorail and contemporary artist VIKI to create original umbrellas as part of its effort to eliminate disposable umbrellas. Available starting June 20, the umbrellas aim to encourage umbrella sharing and reduce environmental impact through art.
Companies mentioned：東京モノレール株式会社、JR東日本
Machbait, operated by Livesense, has released a survey on Gen Z’s “melo” experiences. About 30% said they had felt a spark with a senior colleague at work, with practical support on the job serving as a key source of attraction.
Companies mentioned：株式会社リブセンス
EcoFlow Japan will exhibit at the "Office Disaster Prevention EXPO" from June 17-19, showcasing portable power solutions for business continuity. They will present models suitable for powering office equipment and large air conditioners, highlighting their "phase-free" capability for both emergency and daily use.
Companies mentioned：RX Japan株式会社
EXIDEA Inc. has released a free tool to assess “LLMO optimization,” a new SEO strategy for the era of AI search. It scores a website’s suitability for AI citations using only a URL.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ＥＸＩＤＥＡ
Crocs will release a new collection inspired by popular characters from Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story on June 17, 2026, to coincide with the release of the latest film. The collection features shoes designed with Jessie and the Aliens, as well as customizable Jibbitz™ charms.
Companies mentioned：Disney、Pixar、ABC-MART
Originalポーターズなど3社が人材紹介会社向けオンラインセミナーを開催。AI前提時代における差別化の本質を語る。
Companies mentioned：株式会社ポテンシャライト、株式会社アースメディア、ポーターズ株式会社
Cuvée J2 Hôtel Osaka will host a makers’ dinner featuring Champagne maison ジャン・ヴェッセル. Hosted by official ambassador Haruhiko Sanaga, the event will offer a pairing experience with sushi and promote a deeper understanding of Champagne culture.
Companies mentioned：株式会社温故知新、ジャン・ヴェッセル
Action Channel will broadcast a special lineup, “The Ultimate Dads,” to mark Father’s Day on June 21. The special will feature the exclusive Japanese premieres of the popular French crime dramas Negotiator Antoine Clair (Season 2) and Vigilante: Missing Persons Search Team (Season 2).
Companies mentioned：AXN Entertainment Inc.、TF1、M6、Sky PerfecTV!、J:COM、Hikari TV、au Hikari
The Tottori Chamber of Commerce and Industry held a “Generative AI Workshop for Business Leaders” in collaboration with Dooox Inc. About 30 local business operators tried out the latest AI tools and learned how to use them to solve business challenges. The hands-on workshop supports a first step toward adopting AI.
Companies mentioned：浦安商工会議所、東京商工会議所、東京中小企業投資育成株式会社、大阪中小企業投資育成株式会社
Apparel maker Branch Out will release collaboration items with FREAK'S STORE starting June 12 to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the popular manga Baki. The T-shirts and button badges feature key characters, making them appealing items for fans.
Companies mentioned：FREAK'S STORE、Daytona Park
Lenovo won the “Best of Show Award” at Interop Tokyo 2026 for the 4th consecutive year. “Lenovo ThinkSystem SC750 V4 Neptune / Lenovo ThinkSystem N1380 Enclosure” won the Grand Prix in the Server & Storage category, while “ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 14 Aura Edition” received the Judges’ Special Award in the Personal Media & Devices category, recognizing the company’s technological innovation.
Companies mentioned：Lenovo
「牡蠣と海鮮 にほんいち 堺筋本町店」 will hold an all-you-can-eat raw oyster event from June 15 through June 30, 2026, featuring at least 7 varieties of fresh oysters at all times. The promotion aims to introduce more people to the restaurant’s wide selection of fresh oysters during the season when more people enjoy them ahead of summer.
Companies mentioned：株式会社N・I
Minami-Kyushu City in Kagoshima Prefecture has introduced a bus location system and digital signage on its Himawari Bus community service. The system enables the collection and analysis of passenger demographic data and the provision of real-time operating information, with the aim of improving the convenience of local transportation services and developing a sustainable transit network.
Companies mentioned：ユニ・トランド、ユニリタ、南九州あづま交通、池田観光、さつま観光バス
JR East Tohoku General Service and liketory will hold Lemon Expo at Sendai Station. The 9-day event will bring together lemon sweets and foods making their Tohoku debut.
Companies mentioned：株式会社liketory
To address learners’ lack of practical experience, AEON English Conversation will launch its Native Instructor Plan on June 16, 2026, offering online private lessons every day. A campaign marking the launch will also offer a ¥6,000 discount for the first month, aiming to balance learning outcomes with value for money.
Companies mentioned：KDDI
Hotel New Otani Hakata will offer a weeknight-only beer plan in summer 2026 featuring Hawaiian cuisine and a tasting of 4 types of Asahi draft beer. The plan centers on “smart drinking,” with a wide selection of alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages to create summer evenings everyone can enjoy.
Companies mentioned：アサヒビール株式会社
ASICS will launch the GEL-CHALLENGER 15 tennis shoe, created in collaboration with Japanese tennis brand Setinn, on June 25. The shoe combines ASICS performance technology with Setinn’s tennis culture and features a design suited to both the court and the city.
Companies mentioned：Setinn
OriginalOPTAGE公司宣布，其行動電話服務「mineo」將於2026年6月25日（星期四）開始販售新款手機「arrows We3」。這款手機的特色包括續航兩天的超大容量電池、約5,030萬畫素的高畫質相機，以及世界頂級的耐用性。mineo今後也將持續提供多樣化的手機選擇，以滿足客戶的不同需求。
Companies mentioned：FCNT
株式会社IKUSA conducted an impact assessment survey of 620 in-house event participants and announced high satisfaction levels and positive effects on their organizations.
Companies mentioned：株式会社IKUSA
Watts Co., Ltd. opened the Watts Miyako Underground Mall store in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, on June 11, 2026. The store offers a wide range of products, from daily necessities to miscellaneous goods, with the aim of enriching customers’ lives. This brings Watts’ nationwide store count to 1,931.
Companies mentioned：Watts Co., Ltd.
Japanese pickleball brand TOCO has launched 2 new items designed specifically for the sport: mesh-pocket shorts and a UV-resistant pilot cap. The products aim to address the shortcomings of existing sportswear for pickleball and improve players’ performance and comfort. They will go on sale on June 9, 2026.
Companies mentioned：Beads Inc.
Programming and AI experience classes for middle and high school students in the Chikuhō area will be held in summer 2026. Students from Kyushu University will serve as instructors, with a game course and an AI experience course on offer. The program aims to develop local talent and support career choices, and online participation is also available.
Companies mentioned：Advantec
Inaba Wellness Foods has renewed Dental Churu, a treat available exclusively through veterinary hospitals that supports the dental and gum health of dogs and cats. The new product contains 100 billion EC-12 lactic acid bacteria and is also formulated with digestive health in mind.
Companies mentioned：いなばペットフード株式会社、いなば食品株式会社
Anytime Fitness opened its Tenjin Kita store in Fukuoka City on June 11, 2026. The company continues to expand access to fitness, reaching 1,200 stores nationwide and surpassing 1.1 million members.
Companies mentioned：Fast Fitness Japan
Kaonavi, Inc. has completed its registration with the Digital Marketplace (DMP), operated by デジタル庁, to accelerate adoption by public institutions. This will allow government agencies to introduce Kaonavi through a simplified process and support the promotion of human capital management.
Companies mentioned：デジタル庁
Schoo, Inc. has published a feature on “communication that gets the message across” on its online learning service for working adults, Schoo. It is offering 5 free classes to help improve skills such as presentations, writing, and negotiation.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Schoo、株式会社ATTRICE
Family restaurant chain Joyfull has launched a digital meal voucher available for purchase through LINE Gift for Father’s Day. As an easy way to say “thank you,” the gift highlights Joyfull’s appeal as an everyday dining option and aims to share appreciation across generations.