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TOKAI Communications will exhibit at AWS Summit Japan 2026 as a Diamond Sponsor. It will showcase AWS deployment and operations and hold a session explaining incident response cases.
Companies mentioned：パルグループホールディングス
TOKYO MX will launch “KNOCK OUT MX LIVE,” a terrestrial television live-broadcast series for the combat sports event “KNOCK OUT,” in July 2026.
Companies mentioned：TOKYO MX、Def Fellow
Unipos has launched the new “Report Studio” feature. It makes it easy to turn internal data into images, helping improve communication efficiency.
Companies mentioned：Unipos株式会社
Maeda Kosen Co., Ltd. has decided to appoint Atsushi Katayama and Haruki Ikuta as executive officers effective July 1, 2026. The personnel changes aim to strengthen the company’s overseas business and expand its group corporate planning structure.
AISIN will reopen the “History Zone” inside the Kom Center exhibition hall in Kariya, Aichi Prefecture, on June 22, 2026. The renovation will refresh the exhibits under the theme “The Path of AISIN’s Challenges,” showcasing the attitudes and journeys of pioneers who took on social challenges, with the aim of deepening visitors’ understanding of the company.
Companies mentioned：AISIN Corporation
Nihon Joho Create will hold an encore webinar on using MEO for real estate companies.
Companies mentioned：日本情報クリエイト株式会社、GMO TECH株式会社
Aun Consulting conducted a survey of AI search trends across 40 countries. AI is becoming part of everyday life, and the focus is shifting to service selection and usage patterns.
Companies mentioned：アウンコンサルティング株式会社、Google、Anthropic社
OriginalWIZEがSOLを追加取得し、累計7億円・4万SOLを突破。新指標「1株あたりの保有SOL」を開示。
Companies mentioned：Dawn Labs
PIALA Inc. has formed a business alliance with Xmaker to strengthen its operational framework in performance-based marketing. It has established a dedicated operations team for its affiliate business, enabling advanced marketing support focused on LTV and profitability.
Companies mentioned：Xmaker
JAXA venture Tenchijin will exhibit its leak detection platform "KnoWaterleak" at the "SIWW2026 Water Expo" in Singapore, Asia's largest water industry conference. The company's representative will also speak on a panel about AI and space technology for sustainable water management.
Companies mentioned：Aqualter、Schneider Electric
Element Inc. has released its June 2026 ranking of popular lawyer insurance plans. Based on applications received in May 2026, Mikata Small Amount and Short-Term Insurance, Yell Small Amount and Short-Term Insurance, and Japan Small Amount and Short-Term Insurance ranked in the top 3. The company operates an insurance comparison media platform and supports consumers in choosing insurance.
Companies mentioned：Mikata Small Amount & Short Term Insurance Co., Ltd.、Yell Small Amount & Short Term Insurance Co., Ltd.、Japan Small Amount & Short Term Insurance Co., Ltd.
Raccoon Financial Inc. has launched “URIHOmini,” an entry-level model for small and medium-sized businesses with annual sales of 100 million yen or less, and “BizCheck,” a service specializing in credit screening, to expand the customer base for its accounts receivable guarantee service “URIHO.” The services are expected to make accounts receivable guarantees more accessible to a wider range of businesses and strengthen credit management.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ラクーンホールディングス
Raccoon Commerce will launch “SD Direct” in July 2026, a new service supporting digital transformation of order processing for small and medium-sized manufacturers. It will consolidate orders received by fax and phone into a single web-based system, aiming to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs.
Companies mentioned：ラクーンホールディングス
Colopl will launch a collaboration between the smartphone games “Alice Gear Aegis” and “Battle Girl High School” starting June 11. The campaign will introduce new characters, offer free items, and run social media promotions to boost user engagement.
Companies mentioned：株式会社コロプラ
Executives from the World Group will speak at “Commerce NEXT,” sharing insights on improving operational efficiency and transforming organizations with generative AI.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ワールド、株式会社ファッション・コ・ラボ、株式会社OpenFashion、株式会社AuthenticAI、株式会社日本流通産業新聞社
OriginalW杯2026に向けた緊急アンケート調査を実施。日本代表の躍進への期待が高まり、ベスト8以上を望む声が半数を超えた。
Companies mentioned：産経リサーチ＆データ
Netmarble has added new fighter Rock Howard to the idle RPG “KOF Dot Battle” and released an update featuring a pre-Summer Fest event and expanded content. Players can now enjoy more diverse team-building and gameplay experiences through the new character and events.
Companies mentioned：Netmarble Neo Inc.、SNK CORPORATION
NVIDIA and SK hynix have announced a multiyear technology partnership to develop next-generation memory for AI factories. The partnership aims to support the expansion of AI infrastructure and accelerate semiconductor design and manufacturing processes with AI.
Companies mentioned：SKグループ
Greenland Inc. will open “GREEN LAND Living Park Kashiwanoha” in Kashiwa, Chiba Prefecture, on September 11, 2026. The facility is a showroom offering one-stop services for all aspects of housing, including renovations, new construction, gardens, and real estate. An opening commemorative event will also be held.
Toyota Customizing & Development has launched Modellista-brand customization items for the new LEXUS ES.
Companies mentioned：株式会社トヨタカスタマイジング&ディベロップメント
The “Sake Festival” will be held at Kyoto Takashimaya starting June 17, 2026. The interactive event offers visitors the chance to enjoy food pairings with sake from more than 25 breweries.
Companies mentioned：久保本家酒造、藤岡酒造、魚津酒造、秀鳳酒造場、奥羽自慢、岡村本家、菊正宗酒造、楯の川酒造、両関酒造、石本酒造、八海醸造、宮尾酒造、吉乃川、よしのや、小堀酒造店、石川酒造、三千櫻酒造、佐々木酒造、五條酒造、泉屋、大谷酒造、李白酒造、西野金陵、土佐酒造、遠州山中酒造、亀岡蒸留所、ハマムラ、足立農醸、英君酒造、落酒造場
Two works created by No Company Inc. for a career recruitment project with IHI’s Aerospace, Defense & Space Business Area have won awards in both the website and video categories at the 47th Japan BtoB Advertising Awards.
Companies mentioned：株式会社IHI、HUSMA、Theotry arte Inc.
SDAT has launched an industry-academia collaboration project with 桃山学院大学’s entrepreneurship club. The project will generate ideas for future urban development by drawing on students’ creativity.
Companies mentioned：桃山学院大学
MedTech Group株式会社 has begun a proof-of-concept trial of “Chat Hippo (AI Companion),” a new feature of its “AI Hippo Medical Loop” AI platform for resident physicians. It aims to answer questions as they arise during consultations and reduce uncertainty in decision-making and the burden of training.
Companies mentioned：MedTech Group株式会社、AIデータ株式会社、おひさまグループ
The Japan Planning Institute (JPI) will hold a seminar on June 24 about progress in establishing Japan’s Disaster Management Agency and its future plans. Tetsuro Mitarai, counselor at the Cabinet Secretariat’s Office for Preparing to Establish the Disaster Management Agency, will speak. The seminar aims to strengthen the national disaster management system and realize a “disaster-prepared nation.”
Companies mentioned：Cabinet Office、Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism、Japan Planning Institute (JPI)
ロッテカード has announced “CHECK iN SEOUL,” an all-in-one service designed to make travel to South Korea more convenient for Japanese tourists. The service addresses the needs of short, frequent trips to South Korea, which are increasing amid the weak yen, particularly among women in their 20s and 30s.
Companies mentioned：ロッテカード、韓国観光公社、LG U+
岩崎書店 will release a new picture book, “とんだ,” by しいきさいこ on June 10. The book explores the joy of being alive.
Companies mentioned：株式会社岩崎書店
株式会社エムケイシステム will release “AI社労夢,” which adds AI agent functionality to its cloud-based work support system “社労夢,” on July 23, 2026. The company aims to improve the quality of labor and social security attorneys’ work and reduce their workload by automating routine tasks.
株式会社松伸 has introduced original polo shirts proposed by female employees for all staff to help prevent heatstroke at construction sites. The shirts offer excellent breathability and sweat absorption and quick-drying performance, as well as UV protection. The initiative aims to protect workers and improve comfort during extreme heat.
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株式会社アックス・キャリア has taken over the KiiTOS business, and the brand has been revamped as “BOTTO.” Founder Taisei Fukushima has become president and plans to expand nationwide.
Companies mentioned：株式会社IKI&IKI、株式会社アックス・キャリア
株式会社ベクターホールディングス added a reminder feature to its electronic contract service “ベクターサイン” on June 11. Users can set notification dates and times, recipients, and messages for each document. The feature helps prevent missed contract renewals and delayed responses, enabling efficient document management that does not depend on individual employees.
Companies mentioned：デジタル庁
株式会社ゴーガ will participate as a silver sponsor at Google Cloud Next Tokyo 26, which will be held at Tokyo Big Sight on July 30 and 31, 2026. The company will give a presentation on “The next frontier in AI maps, advancing with Google Maps Platform and Gemini” and exhibit its latest location-based solutions at its booth.
Companies mentioned：Google LLC、Google Cloud Japan LLC
FlashLabs’ inference gateway “OrcaRouter” has been officially listed in “Cursor Directory.” Model routing based on automatic difficulty assessment will reduce LLM operating costs by approximately 40%.
Companies mentioned：FlashLabs株式会社、Continuum AI、OpenAI、Anthropic、Google、xAI、Meta、Mistral、DeepSeek、Alibaba、Moonshot、ByteDance
IPROS Inc. is holding the “IPROS AI 2026 Summer” exhibition and offering Amazon gift cards worth up to 3,000 yen to visitors who book a booth visit. The initiative aims to turn exhibitions from places to gather information into venues for business meetings and encourage visitors to plan their schedules in advance.
Companies mentioned：IPROS Inc.
UPWARD株式会社 has published a case study on 朝日機材株式会社’s adoption of its sales support tool “UPWARD.” To prevent missed opportunities in field sales, 朝日機材株式会社 evaluated the tool’s fit with on-site needs and its cost-effectiveness before selecting UPWARD. The tool was adopted by staff in just 1 month, and cases of “losing a deal because we didn’t act” fell sharply.
Companies mentioned：朝日機材株式会社、クボタ、リンナイ、静岡銀行
Originalヴェレダは、-4.6℃の冷感処方を特徴とする新製品「ローズマリー スカルプクレンジング スーパークール」を6月12日に数量限定で発売します。この製品は夏の頭皮のベタつきやニオイをケアし、1本でシャンプーからトリートメントまで完了するオーガニックヘッドスパクレンジングです。
Companies mentioned：Weleda
Following the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare’s announcement of a falling birth rate, marketing strategies for the shrinking market era are drawing attention. The “Marketing Week [Summer],” to be held in June 2026, will bring together the latest solutions in areas such as AI, fan marketing, and inbound tourism, and present the latest approaches to help companies become “the choice of a limited number of customers.”
Companies mentioned：マウビック、タジマ工業、キッズスター、グローバル・デイリー、ROBOT PAYMENT
Royal Home Center, part of 大和ハウスグループ, has opened a new store in Kawasaki, Kanagawa Prefecture. It offers a wide range of products, from materials for professionals and DIY projects to daily necessities and pet supplies.
Companies mentioned：大和ハウスグループ、ロイヤルホームセンター株式会社、株式会社ワールドツール
Michael Kors has launched its 2026 Father’s Day campaign, offering a gift selection “for the most admired man in the world.” The lineup includes quality leather goods, clothing, watches, eyewear, and fragrances, offering a wide range of chic ways to refresh everyday life.
株式会社スパイス has developed and demonstrated 2 immersive demo experiences showcasing the capabilities of the latest motion capture systems, “OptiTrack×Captury” and “MOVIN.” The demos will be exhibited at the “Immersive Technology EXPO,” starting June 17, offering interactive experiences powered by cutting-edge markerless technology.
NTT and OIST have begun observing water vapor in the East China Sea in collaboration with the Meteorological Research Institute, aiming to improve forecasts of typhoons and linear rainbands. In fiscal 2025, they observed typhoons in waters around Okinawa and confirmed the results. In fiscal 2026, they will expand the observation area to the East China Sea and seek to clarify how linear rainbands form and develop and improve forecast accuracy.
Companies mentioned：気象庁気象研究所
The NTT Group has expanded its collaboration with Amazon Leo and signed a reseller agreement. It plans to begin offering low Earth orbit satellite broadband services to businesses and government agencies by June 2026. The initiative aims to contribute to disaster preparedness and infrastructure upgrades and help realize next-generation communications infrastructure.
Companies mentioned：Amazon、NTT Docomo Business, Ltd.、NTT Communications Corporation、NTT ME Corporation、NTT Media Supply Corporation、SKY Perfect JSAT
Capcom has unveiled new artwork featuring popular characters to support Japan’s national volleyball team. The initiative aims to inspire people through sports and rally support for the team, and will also include distribution of original merchandise and an SNS campaign.
Companies mentioned：日本バレーボール協会
Hosted by 東急株式会社, the 3-day art event SHIBUYA ART WEEKEND will be held at Shibuya Hikarie. The event will showcase Shibuya’s new cultural appeal through interactions with a diverse range of artists.
Companies mentioned：東急株式会社、Bunkamura、me and you、POST、Shelf、dailypracticebooks、Open Room、Commune、Sister、青山ブックセンター、SALT AND PEPPER
One World Link Co., Ltd. has moved its headquarters from Tokyo to Izumo, Shimane Prefecture, and signed a memorandum of understanding on its location with the city and Shimane Prefecture to strengthen development of its AI-powered English IR support system, OWLBASE. The company aims to advance OWLBASE as a platform for managing the quality of listed companies’ English disclosures, while also contributing to local job creation and IT talent development.
Ibaraki Robots has extended its contract with Kotaro Hisaoka through the 2026-27 season. The team has secured a key player for the inaugural B.LEAGUE PREMIER season, with the point guard embodying the team’s culture.
Companies mentioned：アースフレンズ東京Z、香川ファイブアローズ、広島ドラゴンフライズ
According to a survey conducted by メットライフ生命保険, Japan was the most popular pick to win an international sporting event, accounting for 22.5%, narrowly ahead of Brazil. “Top 8” was the most popular prediction for Japan’s progress, with 54.1% expecting the team to finish in the top 8 or higher. Live television broadcasts were the most popular way to watch.
Companies mentioned：メットライフ生命保険
UNOVE, Korea’s No. 1 haircare brand, has released new visuals featuring its global ambassador, MINGYU of SEVENTEEN. The visuals express the brand concept of “enviable softness and an alluring fragrance.”
Booost has updated booost Data EX-PF. Compliant with the ODP data space technical specifications, the platform strengthens data integration and interoperability across supply chains.
Companies mentioned：Booost株式会社、独立行政法人情報処理推進機構（IPA）
The Ritz-Carlton, Osaka is collaborating with girl group TWICE on a limited-time afternoon tea. The hotel will offer exclusive sweets and merchandise to create a memorable experience for fans.
Companies mentioned：マリオット・インターナショナル、Marriott Bonvoy
Hotel New Akao has begun offering “Half-Day Hotel Stay,” a day-use plan that lets guests enjoy dinner and hot springs without an overnight stay. It proposes a new way to spend time at the hotel for Shizuoka visitors and local residents.
The AI cat app Meowster is holding its “7 Days of Early Summer Campaign” to strengthen its bond with users. Users who log in to the app for 7 consecutive days will receive an exclusive original tote bag. The campaign aims to encourage daily interaction with AI cats and boost user engagement.
yellow door and NEC Solution Innovators will hold the 2nd NEC Intra Ale Pitch on July 7, 2026, to foster the creation of new businesses.
Companies mentioned：yellow door株式会社、NECソリューションイノベータ株式会社、株式会社メタジェン、MK&Associates、A.T.カーニー、ソフトバンク、PROTOCORE、AiHUB、Voicetep、株式会社ハイレゾ、株式会社オルツ
OPENBOOK Inc. will begin streaming a YouTube program focused on finance and investment 5 days a week from June 15. The company aims to address information asymmetry in the financial industry.
Companies mentioned：ホリコ・キャピタル・マネジメントLLC、ブラックロック・ジャパン
Irwin&co Inc. has launched a contract development service for real estate companies seeking to move away from Salesforce. The service develops business-specific CRM/SFA systems and portal sites centered on property management, using AI to deliver development at low cost and in a short time.
Companies mentioned：Salesforce
The Japan Foodservice Association surveyed 1,448 restaurants nationwide. 64% reported increases of 10% or more in fuel and packaging material costs. Supply chain opacity is hindering management decisions, highlighting the critical situation facing the industry as a whole.
“Small Factory Circus: Let’s Experience Factory Work” will be held on June 14, 2026, at BIRTH LAB in Azabu-Juban, Tokyo. The event will bring together 5–6 small factories from across Japan and give children and adults alike the chance to experience manufacturing skills firsthand. Maruhachi Kasei will host a booth where visitors can experience making a carabiner clip from its OUROBOROS brand.
Companies mentioned：株式会社丸八化成、町プロタウン、BIRTH LAB
The Rakuten Marketplace store Kaimono Palette has begun selling Kaga-futo cucumbers, a traditional vegetable from Ishikawa Prefecture. It will ship the produce nationwide in collaboration with local company MRK Vegiful.
Companies mentioned：株式会社MRKベジフル、丸果石川グループ、株式会社スポルアップ
B² (B-Squared) will open a new store beneath the elevated tracks at JR Nishi-Ogikubo Station in August 2026. The company aims to create a local community hub.
Companies mentioned：株式会社BREAD&BEAN、株式会社ジェイアール東日本都市開発、小野寺匠吾建築設計事務所
Niseko Distillery’s craft gin won a DOUBLE GOLD MEDAL at SFWSC 2026. The limited edition made with lavender grown in Niseko Town received international acclaim.
Adventure World will launch a campaign in June 2026 offering free admission to children living in Wakayama Prefecture to mark the 30th anniversary of “Always Together.” The initiative aims to contribute to the local community and strengthen the brand.
Adventure World is offering a limited-time “Unlimited Adventure Pass” to visitors admitted on the day of purchase, allowing unlimited entry through March 2027. Adults and seniors can upgrade for an additional ¥3,000, while children and youths can upgrade for free.
Sumitomo Mitsui Auto Service and Summit Energy have launched a joint demonstration project combining EV deployment with energy management. With support from Horiuchi Electric, they will test a new service model to support decarbonization efforts by businesses.
Companies mentioned：住友三井オートサービス株式会社、サミットエナジー株式会社、株式会社堀内電気
BizGene Co., Ltd. and Bouquet, a salon specializing in femcare, reported results from a personalized femcare program combining the Femtest vaginal microbiome testing kit with salon treatments. Lactobacillus levels changed between before and after the program, demonstrating the effectiveness of ongoing, data-based femcare.
Companies mentioned：株式会社WellSideMeeting
Kumamoto Volters announced a multi-year contract extension with Shota Yamamoto through the 2027-28 season. He aims to return from injury and continue developing.
Companies mentioned：熊本バスケットボール株式会社
The National Federation of University Co-operative Associations is conducting its “The Current State of Exam Candidates” survey. Against a backdrop of changes in the exam environment, including shifts in university entrance exam systems, the spread of generative AI and rising prices, it will make students’ real voices visible and publish the results monthly.
Companies mentioned：全国大学生活協同組合連合会
The official F1 data logger “SDR,” co-developed by Marelli and FIA, marked its 300th race with the introduction of the new AI-equipped “SDR 5.” It will help strengthen safety and regulatory compliance.
Companies mentioned：FIA
Tokio Marine Asset Management announced plans to expand its investment team to 160 people and promote the use of generative AI. It has recruited experts including 晴氏中川 and 宏樹氏佐藤.
Companies mentioned：三井信託銀行、三井住友信託銀行、大和ファンドコンサルティング、住友銀行、三井住友銀行、東京海上火災保険、東京海上日動火災保険、三井住友DSアセットマネジメント、大和住銀投信投資顧問
The Japan Badminton Association has announced additional players for the 2026 Japanese national badminton team. In men’s doubles, 山下選手 and 岡村選手 have joined the national team, while a total of 9 players have been added to the U24 national team in singles and doubles. This is part of efforts to prepare for future international tournaments.
Companies mentioned：NTT東日本、BIPROGY、ヨネックス、法政大学、トナミ運輸、ACT SAIKYO、柳井商工高校
Nippon Direct Co., Ltd. will hold a short drama pitch contest as part of the AYET Project. Winning proposals will receive 10 million yen in production funding, with support from 秋元康氏 and SSFF & ASIA. The contest aims to create new entertainment content and develop creators.
Companies mentioned：SSFF & ASIA、LIFE LOG BOX
LBMA Japan has begun streaming archived sessions from the “Location Business & Marketing EXPO2026.”
Companies mentioned：LBMA Japan、技研商事インターナショナル株式会社、ESRIジャパン株式会社、株式会社ゴーガ、株式会社プライバシーテック、ソフトバンク株式会社、株式会社ゼンリンデータコム、日野コンピューターシステム株式会社、ジオテクノロジーズ株式会社、株式会社unerry、マカグア株式会社、株式会社ブログウォッチャー、川崎重工業株式会社、株式会社データインサイト
Two products from “Dr.1,” a skincare brand inspired by aesthetic medicine, have received five-star certification in a product evaluation program.
Companies mentioned：THE ROPPONGI CLINIC
ATJC Co., Ltd. has launched an “IT Business Support Service” to help companies improve their operations. It provides end-to-end support, from organizing workflows to establishing them in day-to-day operations.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ナレルグループ、ワールドコーポレーション
Cyfuse Biomedical K.K. has developed and begun selling “CAP,” a foldable compact dispenser, to meet demand for manufacturing automation and standardization in regenerative medicine. The product automates advanced cell-culture know-how and enables high-precision dispensing.
Companies mentioned：ローツェライフサイエンス株式会社
株式会社AuthenticAI and 株式会社ワールド will appear together at the e-commerce industry event “CommerceNext” to discuss practical AI implementation and organizational reform in the fashion industry.
Companies mentioned：株式会社AuthenticAI、株式会社ワールド、株式会社OpenFashion、株式会社ファッション・コ・ラボ、株式会社日本流通産業新聞社
ITmedia will host “Edge AI Initiative 2026” as a livestream starting June 16. Industry, academia and government will share the latest developments in edge AI technology.
Companies mentioned：アイティメディア株式会社、産業技術総合研究所、Silicon Catalyst Japan株式会社、日本電気株式会社、株式会社日立製作所、ソニーセミコンダクタソリューションズ株式会社、インフィニオン テクノロジーズ ジャパン株式会社
Shared office provider “BLOCKS OFFICE” has opened a new location in the Shibuya Higashi area. It has 79 private rooms and is scheduled to open on July 10.
TOWING and Aisin Takaoka have launched a feasibility study for a carbon credit business in Indonesia using palm residues. The companies will combine their technologies to build a circular model.
Companies mentioned：株式会社TOWING、アイシン高丘株式会社
Contemporary artist Neil Hodd will hold the solo exhibition “Flowers of Memory” at KOTARO NUKAGA, presenting new mirror paintings.
Companies mentioned：KOTARO NUKAGA
ASIA to JAPAN has signed an agreement with Kanagawa Prefecture to support the recruitment of highly skilled foreign talent. The partnership aims to address labor shortages by strengthening connections between international students and companies in the prefecture.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ASIA to JAPAN
Fukuoka Growth Next will hold a 2-day intensive program, “STARTUP ELITE Bootcamp: Summer Edition,” in July for early-stage entrepreneurs. Participants will refine their business hypotheses with support from experienced founders and venture capitalists.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ラントリップ、株式会社カウシェ、株式会社ガイアックス、一般社団法人スタートアップスタジオ協会、Loco Partners、インキュベイトファンド株式会社、株式会社FFGベンチャービジネスパートナーズ、株式会社エフベンチャーズ、QBキャピタル合同会社、SEREAL株式会社、ベータ・ベンチャーキャピタル株式会社
Beets Co., Ltd. has launched an industry-academia program with 3 universities to co-create next-generation in-store experiences using AI.
Companies mentioned：フィルゲート株式会社
Fukaya City will hold a birthday event for Fukka-chan on June 27. A total of 13 characters will gather, with plans to celebrate broccoli’s designation as a designated vegetable and unveil a cake.
Companies mentioned：赤城乳業株式会社
株式会社GINKAN conducted an equity crowdfunding campaign to raise funds for its FinTech × Web3 service “SyFu,” raising 28.8 million yen, more than 5 times its target.
Companies mentioned：株式会社GINKAN、イークラウド株式会社
German stationery brand “KUM®” has announced its new “Style it your way!!” series, designed to let people express their personal style. All 5 pop and colorful items will go on sale sequentially from early July 2026, bringing color to study and work settings.
Companies mentioned：KUM®
Keiei Sanbo Co., Ltd. will hold an event on July 19 focused on consultants who can survive the AI era. The speaker will be Kosuke Matsuda, whose book has sold more than 30,000 copies. The event is limited to consulting firms and consultants, who will exchange insights on business models and value creation in the AI era.
Companies mentioned：Primavera Inc.、Deloitte Tohmatsu Group、Craft Tea Co., Ltd.
🎙️Soramame💙 of talent agency ONECARAT took 1st place in Pococha's “Breakthrough 2026 in KYOTO” event, earning the right to perform on one of Kyoto's largest live stages. She won the fiercely contested event with an overwhelming number of votes and secured the chance to share the stage with professional artists.
Companies mentioned：AEGIS GROUP、ONECARAT、Pococha
Neyagawa and Tachikawa cities have concluded a mutual assistance agreement for large-scale disasters. The agreement aims to secure personnel and supplies, strengthen cooperation between municipalities far from disaster-hit areas, and restore stable daily life for residents as soon as possible.
Fairfield by Marriott Hiroshima Sera will hold a wine-tasting event for hotel guests on July 11, 2026, co-hosted with せらワイナリー.
Companies mentioned：フェアフィールド・バイ・マリオット 道の駅プロジェクト、せらワイナリー
Japan Sanipak launched 3 “with handles” products and 3 “resource-saving” products in its compactly folded garbage bag series on Thursday, June 11, 2026. The bags are folded to 1/32 the size of conventional garbage bags, compared with the previous 1/8 size, making them compact and easy to store, as well as easy to take out one at a time.
Companies mentioned：伊藤忠商事株式会社
Gentosha Gold Online will hold a free webinar on Cambodian real estate investment on June 20, with Jun Yoshida of センチュリー21 富士リアルティ as the speaker. The webinar will explain the latest trends in the Cambodian real estate market, investment risks, and key points for success, using the planned “G.A.T.O TOWER” project in Phnom Penh as a case study.
Companies mentioned：センチュリー21 富士リアルティ、IMF
Original株式会社Kiiiは、サッカーベルギー1部リーグ「STVV」とのパートナーシップ契約を2年目に更新しました。これにより、KiiiのロゴがSTVVの練習着に掲出され、両社はインフルエンサーマーケティングとスポーツの分野で連携を強化します。
Companies mentioned：DMM.comグループ
タチバナE酒販 (Uprising Co., Ltd.) has launched the 11th Whiskey Fortune Draw exclusively on Amazon.co.jp. Limited to 466 entries, the top prize is the hard-to-find Hakushu 18 Year Old. The promotion offers the excitement of opening the draw and the chance to discover a new whiskey.
Companies mentioned：Amazon.co.jp、Rakuten Ichiba、Yahoo! Shopping
The Iris Festival will be held at Sodegaura Park in Chiba Prefecture from June 12 to 14. Approximately 15,000 irises will be in bloom, with demonstrations by flower-picking maidens and sales of limited-edition gourmet items featuring the local mascot Gaura.
Rakuten Card and Visa have launched a cashback campaign offering up to ¥1,000 for contactless Visa payments made using Apple Pay.
Companies mentioned：楽天カード株式会社、ビザ・ワールドワイド・ジャパン株式会社
Candeo Hotels has launched a nationwide campaign offering accommodation discounts and a special early-summer breakfast menu, “Japanese Black Wagyu Rice.”
SPACECOOL has launched sales of the “SPACECOOL Type2” parasol, which boasts an industry-leading heat-shielding rate of 80%, at Hanshin Umeda Main Store’s “Hanshin Umbrella Festival 2026” and online.
Companies mentioned：SPACECOOL株式会社、ホワイトローズ株式会社、株式会社阪神阪急百貨店（阪神梅田本店）
N organic will hold a pop-up event at 阪急うめだ本店 from June 10, marking its first appearance at a department store in Kansai. Limited-edition sets will also be available.
Companies mentioned：株式会社シロク、阪急うめだ本店
OpenFashion and World will hold a session at the e-commerce industry event CommerceNext on the use of AI and organizational transformation in the fashion industry. Amid forecasts of rapid growth in the AI market, the World Group will share practical insights on implementing AI in its operations and establishing it as a company-wide culture.
Companies mentioned：AuthenticAI