BeReal launches new features for the season of one of the world’s largest international soccer tournaments. Real-time team notifications, unlimited posts and exclusive icons debut.
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The photo-sharing app “BeReal.” will launch new features, including real-time notifications and unlimited posts, on June 11 to coincide with an international sporting event.
[Event Report] Our representative 嶋﨑 spoke at a pitch event. — Creating a New Standard for the construction industry with the AI product “J-smart足場図面” —
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J.I developer unveiled “J-smart 足場図面,” an AI product for the construction industry, to address reliance on individual workers and improve operational efficiency. Representative 嶋﨑 spoke of his determination to establish a New Standard for the industry.
[Funabashi City only] June-only campaign | Collecting event commemorative goods stored away in closets | Event towels, commemorative mugs and novelty items also accepted | Unwanted-item collection service まるっと本舗
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まるっと本舗, operated by SYSTR株式会社, is running a campaign to collect event commemorative goods exclusively in Funabashi City. Customers using a fixed-price package can receive a discount of up to 1,000 yen.
The 3DCG team at one of Japan’s largest creative development studios is recruiting members! COYOTE online recruitment briefings to be held regularly every month!! The first session is June 24 (Wednesday).
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Creek & River Co.’s 3DCG team “COYOTE” will hold online recruitment briefings regularly every month starting June 24.
Carefully selected female eels from Mikawa Isshiki, “艶鰻(えんまん)”! “Sushi restaurant-style eel rice bowl,” perfected for rich fat and tenderness! Dine in and enjoy a luxurious “domestic liver soup.” On sale at にぎりの徳兵衛 and 海鮮アトム starting June 17 (Wednesday)!
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Atom will begin selling “すし屋のうな重,” made with “艶鰻,” female eels from Mikawa Isshiki, at にぎりの徳兵衛 and 海鮮アトム starting June 17.
When local companies’ “passion” reaches people, recruitment changes.
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EnNECT株式会社 launched “茨城転職ドットコム,” a recruitment support service specializing in companies in Ibaraki Prefecture, on June 11, 2026. It aims to strengthen candidate-company matches by conveying companies’ philosophies and the appeal of their workplaces to job seekers, and to help address recruitment cost challenges facing local businesses.
Bringing the Oji Group’s new CI to life in an immersive web experience. Bravis develops “GLOBAL BRAND BOOK WEB.” “Connecting employees around the world through end-to-end design”
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Bravis developed the Oji Group’s “GLOBAL BRAND BOOK WEB.” The immersive web design expresses the world of its new CI and strengthens internal branding.
サブスクライン adds Claude Fable 5 to its “AIエージェント,” which supports LINE operations analysis, recommendations and automation — Making the operational AI for LINE marketing CRM even smarter
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サブスクライン added Anthropic’s “Claude Fable 5” to its LINE operations AI, “AIエージェント.” It has enhanced the system’s ability to handle complex inquiries and image reviews.
Kotobukiya will hold the first event for its plastic model series “アルカナディア” in Shinagawa on August 29. The program will include merchandise sales and a talk stage featuring the anime cast.
“2026 IBSA Goalball World Championships”: Both men’s and women’s teams win their opening 2 games on Day 2! The women beat Ukraine, and the men beat Finland.
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On Day 2 of the World Goalball Championships, both the Japanese women’s and men’s teams recorded their 2nd consecutive win.
Over 700,000 units shipped across the series!! The first smartphone game based on Kotobukiya’s popular beautiful-girl plastic model series “アルカナディア” is coming! Pre-registration is now open ahead of its 2026 release!
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Kotobukiya announced that its popular plastic model series “アルカナディア” is getting its first smartphone game, and opened pre-registration. The game is scheduled for release in 2026.
New information unveiled on related projects, including a manga adaptation starring “アルカナディア”’s ギィ, Season 3 of ゆるカナ, and a plastic model contest! 小松未可子 will voice シャルメド!
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Kotobukiya announced new information on “アルカナディア,” including a manga adaptation, an anime’s 3rd season and a plastic model contest. 小松未可子 will voice シャルメド as the company expands the IP.
Behind the scenes at the much-talked-about collaboration event! “前田大翔のPrince Stream 〜君をニコニコさせちゃうよ〜 in 那須ハイランドパーク” to stream live on ニコニコ生放送 from 14:00 on June 20 (Saturday)!
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The collaboration event “Prince Stream” between idol 前田大翔 and 那須ハイランドパーク will be streamed live on ニコニコ生放送.
“RAPSTAR 2025” finalist Masato Hayashi to hold the biggest solo live show of his career, “暴走東京,” at Zepp Shinjuku (TOKYO) on September 23 (Wednesday, national holiday)!
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Rapper Masato Hayashi announced an album release in August 2026 and a large-scale solo live show at Zepp Shinjuku.
Japan’s largest joint information session for medical students and residents, “レジナビフェア2026大阪,” to be held July 5 (Sunday)
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メディカル・プリンシプル社 will hold “レジナビフェア2026大阪,” a joint information session for medical students and residents, in Osaka on July 5. About 271 residency hospitals will take part, offering career support and interview preparation.
=LOVE makes a live appearance on フジテレビ's STAR, performing “How to Make a Princess” and “Moratorium” live in a special medley! Sanna Morohashi takes center stage for the first terrestrial TV performance of the new song “Moratorium”!
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Idol group =LOVE made the first television performance of its new song, drawing attention. Its 20th single has become a hit, with cumulative sales topping 500,000 copies, and the group is stepping up its activities as it prepares for a large-scale stadium concert.
Japan's first exhibition-style pop-up by rokh, “Rokh Aoyama Exhibition,” is running in Minami-Aoyama through Monday, June 15. A diverse group of guests attended the reception event.
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rokh is holding Japan's first exhibition-style pop-up in Minami-Aoyama, offering an exhibition and sales of its Spring/Summer 2026 collection as well as an immersive brand experience.
“Wizardry Variants Daphne” introduces a new adventurer, “Kagero, the Vengeful Spirit of Wind-Crying Ridge”! Various campaigns will be held, including new quests and special supplies.
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Drecom introduced the new adventurer “Kagero” in “Wizardry Variants Daphne” and launched related campaigns on June 11, 2026.
“Less about form, more about force”—Apirits launches a “Physical AI Development Support Service” to commercialize sports coaching, fan experiences and skills transfer using body data and AI.
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Apirits has launched a “Physical AI Development Support Service” using H2L’s BodySharing technology to leverage body data. It will digitize skills transfer in sports and manufacturing workplaces.
[A shocking test] Can candidates land a job offer in “blind interviews” that conceal education and appearance?! “BLIND JUDGE for Recruiting” launches on the new business-focused job-hunting show “First Jobs TV”!
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株式会社HRteam has launched “BLIND JUDGE for Recruiting,” a graduate recruitment program in which candidates are interviewed with their attributes concealed. Business leaders directly assess students’ true qualities, aiming to reduce mismatches.
[Gaming industry] Game Freak to hold an online company briefing and panel discussion for mid-career recruitment on Thursday, June 25! Actively recruiting experienced talent across all creator roles!
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Game Freak will hold an online recruitment briefing for experienced creators. Hosted by C&R, the event will take place on Zoom on June 25.
[Oisix Niigata] A rice-flour project has launched ahead of TGC Niigata 2026! Developing sweets using Niigata-grown rice flour and Echigo Hime strawberries, and promoting the appeal of rice flour in collaboration with students.
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Oisix Niigata Albirex BC has partnered with Niigata Prefecture to launch a project developing rice-flour sweets and promoting their appeal ahead of TGC Niigata 2026.
“KONOSU MUSIC FESTIVAL 2026” set for Sunday, November 29, in Konosu, Saitama! A full-fledged music festival created by local young people.
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“KONOSU MUSIC FESTIVAL 2026” will be held in Konosu, Saitama Prefecture, in November. The music event brings together the community and professionals, and auditions for performers have also opened.
The AI wellness device “For me buds,” designed to support better sleep, now ships to more than 30 countries! Users report improved sleep quality.
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The sleep-support device “For me buds” now ships to 30 countries. The company is accelerating its global expansion using AI and biometric sensing technology.
A way of drinking matcha unfamiliar to many Japanese people has arrived in Tsukiji. A premium matcha latte that sold 300 cups a day overseas can now be experienced in Japan for the first time.
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“NAGOMI MATCHA -Tokyo-,” a matcha latte café popular overseas, has opened its first location in Japan, in Tsukiji.
[Limited to the first 150 people] Meet Mirai Asakura! A special ambassador appointment event for “LOCALO Noodle,” with a 2-shot photo session, will be held on Sunday, June 21, at the special event venue in the MEGA Don Quijote Shibuya Annex!
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株式会社Grand Bleu&Co. has appointed Mirai Asakura as an ambassador for “LOCALO Noodle.” A 2-shot photo session to mark the appointment will be held on June 21.
Maximizing installation options for next-generation solar power. 株式会社えねこ named an authorized installer of the lightweight, flexible “FINE-FLEX” solar panel.
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株式会社えねこ has become an authorized installer of the next-generation lightweight “FINE-FLEX” solar panel.
Manage quality and safety with “Kuraemon.” AI safety patrol feature now available.
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株式会社ルクレ has introduced an AI-powered safety patrol feature to its construction DX platform “Kuraemon.” Automated analysis of wearable-camera footage will improve the efficiency of safety management at construction sites.
“Blue Flame,” the 6th song from the HipHop short anime “Shadow Beat,” to be released on June 12!
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株式会社Plott will release “Blue Flame,” the 6th song from the HipHop short anime “Shadow Beat,” worldwide on June 12. Chinza Dopeness and DJ Mitsu the Beats contributed to its production.
Companies mentioned:株式会社Plott、小学館、コロコロコミック編集部、PCI MUSIC
イマジナ to hold a seminar on preventing business failures caused by resignations amid limits to wage increases, unveiling for the first time science-based recruitment and development methods developed in partnership with the University of Cambridge and presenting Kansai business leaders with strategies for survival.
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イマジナ held a seminar for companies in the Kansai region on preventing business failure due to employee turnover, presenting science-based hiring tools and employee development techniques.
[Hurry, early-bird discount] For students from Grade 1 through Grade 3! 5 days to turn Minecraft and filmmaking into learning that lasts a lifetime! FRASCO Summer School is now accepting applications!
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Zushi Alternative School FRASCO is holding a summer school for students from Grade 1 through Grade 3 and accepting applications at an early-bird discount.
[TAC Public Service Exam Prep] Where should you start? How is it different from studying on your own? An online orientation for university students and working adults taking their first step|Free event on Monday, June 15
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TAC株式会社 will hold a free online information session on June 15 for beginners preparing for public service examinations.
Partners with 世田谷信用金庫 on reverse mortgage guarantee business
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Financial Do has partnered with 世田谷信用金庫 and will begin providing debt guarantee services for reverse mortgages. The partnership will meet the funding needs of seniors and marks the company's 12th partnership with a credit union in Tokyo.
[Hoping to help people overcome pet loss] Story behind the creation of a semi-custom publishing service for pets, inspired by the loss of an employee's cat
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令和出版 has launched a special page sharing the story behind the creation of its semi-custom publishing service for pets, Uchinoko Photo Book.
Seminar series on 3 essential ways of thinking for today's business professionals! Logical thinking, systems thinking and design thinking explained over 3 sessions!!
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C&R has launched a 3-part online seminar series on business thinking methods.
New shades arrive for TeAmo's monthly color contacts for astigmatism♡ The lineup features 3 popular colors with a highly flattering DIA of 15 mm!
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Lcode has added 3 popular shades to TeAmo 1MONTH TORIC, its monthly color contact lens line for astigmatism. The lenses combine affordability with vision correction to meet the needs of people with astigmatism.
[株式会社ipe] Launches LLMO consulting service backed by insights from more than 500 SEO clients! Tackles missed opportunities in AI search that SEO cannot reveal
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株式会社ipe has launched an LLMO consulting service to support generative AI and AI search optimization, drawing on SEO experience with more than 500 companies and its proprietary tools.
To mark 55 beef tongue menu items, the 99%-order-rate “drinkable boiled beef tongue” will be offered for 55 yen. Gyutan Biyori aims to become Japan's best specialty restaurant for enjoying beef tongue.
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Beef tongue specialty restaurant Gyutan Biyori has revamped its menu to feature 55 items and is running a campaign offering its signature “drinkable boiled beef tongue” for 55 yen. The restaurant aims to become “Japan's best specialty restaurant for enjoying beef tongue” by offering a variety of beef tongue dishes.
“Blood Trivia You’ll Want to Tell Someone About,” planned and produced by Amana, wins the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Award at the 47th “2026 Japan BtoB Advertising Awards”; Amana attends the award ceremony
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“Blood Trivia You’ll Want to Tell Someone About,” planned and produced by Amana, won the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Award at the 47th “2026 Japan BtoB Advertising Awards.”
New items join the lineup of the globally popular animated series Hazbin Hotel, as the event makes its Kansai debut! Hazbin Hotel POP UP SHOP coming to Osaka
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株式会社グレイ・パーカー・サービス will hold a POP UP SHOP for the animated series Hazbin Hotel in Osaka, selling new merchandise and running a special offers campaign.
[JWマリオット・ホテル東京] Unveils its first-ever summer plan, designed for families
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JWマリオット・ホテル東京 has announced its first summer plan since opening. The hotel is enhancing its family stay experience with an accommodation package that includes tickets to a special exhibition and a limited-time lunch semi-buffet.
Companies mentioned:JWマリオット・ホテル東京、MoN Takanawa: The Museum of Narratives
Presenting solutions for a sustainable future at the 8th International Construction and Surveying Exhibition (CSPI-EXPO 2026)
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Yanmar Power Technology will exhibit at the International Construction and Surveying Exhibition (CSPI-EXPO 2026), held at Makuhari Messe from June 17, 2026. Under the theme “ENERGY DIVERSITY, YOUR SOLUTION PARTNER,” the company will showcase a concept model of an industrial hydrogen engine and new products such as the Compact ATD, presenting solutions for a sustainable future.
“A Tribute to EIICHI OHTAKI” brings together star guests for a tribute concert to Eiichi Ohtaki! A special night of excitement capped by a surprise appearance from Akira Kobayashi
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The Eiichi Ohtaki tribute concert “A Tribute to EIICHI OHTAKI” was held, with a surprise appearance by Akira Kobayashi sending the audience into a frenzy.
“No more holding down the shopping bag in the passenger seat by hand.” New insulated car seat box prevents bags from shifting and toppling during sudden braking. Doubles as a lumbar cushion when not in use. Launch promotion offers 20% off
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Fun Standard株式会社 has launched the “Insulated Storage Box,” a new product from its automotive accessories brand CRAFTWORKS, and is holding a launch sale.
Summer bonuses increased at 37.1% of companies; average payout was 477,000 yen, up 18,000 yen from the previous year. Business recovery and rising prices provided a boost, while some companies are also curbing bonuses amid the “Middle East situation”
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A survey by Teikoku Databank found that summer bonuses for 2026 increased from the previous year at 37.1% of companies, with the average payout rising by 18,000 yen to 477,000 yen.
[Setagaya Ward only] Collect items you planned to sell on a flea market app someday in one go; June-only campaign now underway|Also covers unwanted items photographed but never listed [Up to 1,000 yen off]|Marutto Honpo junk removal
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Marutto Honpo, operated by SYSTR株式会社, has launched a used-goods collection campaign limited to Setagaya Ward. The campaign helps people sort items they had planned to list on flea-market apps and offers discounts of up to 1,000 yen.
[SEKAI NO OWARI 15th anniversary × ローソン Group] The SEKAI NO OWARI 15th Anniversary Special Collaboration Project is underway!
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ローソン Group has launched a collaboration project commemorating SEKAI NO OWARI's 15th anniversary. The project will feature limited-edition merchandise and a pop-up.
A hit on social media! “Nagano Characters,” created by Nagano, the artist behind “Chiikawa,” are coming to Bonbon Drop Stickers! Four sticker designs and a sticker book go on sale online and in stores from June 26 (Friday)!
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Bonbon Drop Stickers featuring “Nagano Characters” go on sale June 26. The lineup includes 4 designs and a dedicated binder.
Asama International Photo Festival 2026 PHOTO MIYOTA
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The Asama International Photo Festival 2026, a celebration of art photography, opens in 御代田町, Nagano Prefecture, on August 1. Under the theme “After the Image,” exhibitions will be held across multiple areas of the town.
Enjoy the Sanno Festival with your eyes! Special exhibition now open at the National Archives of Japan!
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The National Archives of Japan is holding a special exhibition on Edo Castle and the Sanno Festival through June 20, 令和8年. Admission is free, no reservation is required, and historical materials are on display.
Karimoku Furniture to roll out its 2026 new-product showcase, featuring up to 15 brands and collections, at 3 locations nationwide
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Karimoku Furniture will launch a new-product showcase featuring up to 15 brands at 3 domestic locations starting in July 2026. Space styling will showcase the company's diversity.
The Tokyo Camping Car Show Executive Committee will hold a symposium on July 11 focused on introducing camper vans in local governments. Tamura Atsushi and others will discuss ways to use them; the event will also offer general admission by invitation and a YouTube livestream.
Miyuri Shimabukuro, who plays Hana Danno, will appear in 2 consecutive installments as a guest on the radiko original podcast “Tsugai Gatari” for the TV anime “Yomi no Tsugai”!
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Miyuri Shimabukuro will appear as a guest on episode 10 of radiko's podcast “Tsugai Gatari.” She will share behind-the-scenes stories from recording the anime “Yomi no Tsugai,” among other topics.
A thank-you in Tokyo for approximately 140,000 donations. Imabari City, which achieved a record-high 3.6 billion yen, is holding “Towel Expo in Aoyama” [Imabari City, Ehime Prefecture]
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Imabari City achieved a record-high approximately 3.6 billion yen in hometown tax donations and is holding a towel event in Aoyama, Tokyo, to express its gratitude.
The final installment, “Friendship,” arrives in the Winnie the Pooh 100th Anniversary Coin Series!
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株式会社コインパレス has released “Friendship,” the 3rd coin in a series commemorating the 100th anniversary of Winnie the Pooh. It is the finale of the 3-coin series.
[Rei Kikukawa to moderate and appear at AI exhibition] Special discussion at “IPROS AI 2026 Summer” explores the “stories behind companies” that specs alone cannot tell
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株式会社イプロス will host a special discussion featuring Rei Kikukawa at “IPROS AI 2026 Summer” on July 30. The session will delve into the “stories” behind the technology.
Colorful and cute “Pompompurin Dream Color Change Series” items from サンリオキャラクターズ! Preorders open June 12 (Friday) on the official Munyu Gurumi Patio online store!
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KThingS will open preorders for サンリオ's “Pompompurin Dream Color Change Series.” A limited-time shop will also be held.
The “Pompompurin Magical Pudding Series,” featuring a stylish red cape, is coming from サンリオキャラクターズ! Preorders open June 12 (Friday) on the official Munyu Gurumi Patio online store!
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KThingS is opening preorders for サンリオ's “Pompompurin Magical Pudding Series.”
[AVIOT] AVIOT × “Lycoris Recoil” collaboration fully wireless earbuds and related merchandise open for preorders today, June 11 (Thursday)
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Preseed Japan will open preorders for the “TE-V1R-LYC” collaboration earbuds with “Lycoris Recoil” on June 11. They feature more than 250 new voice clips.
Limited-edition shades that address makeup concerns arrive from muice(ミュアイス), produced by beauty video creator Miki Kawanishi, along with a limited-edition brush made for the 2-way Spot Maintenance Powder!
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The cosmetics brand “muice” will release limited-edition color cosmetics and a dedicated brush in limited quantities starting June 24.
The “PUMA x HYROX” AW26 collection goes on sale June 18 (Thursday), ahead of the global fitness race “AirAsia HYROX Chiba,” held for 4 days from August 6 (Thursday)
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プーマ will release its latest apparel and footwear collection for “HYROX” on June 18, 2026. It will support competitors preparing for the domestic competition in August.
[GOKUMIN] Height-adjustable tables to support “lounging around” and working from home in bed, plus steel-slat beds rated for 200 kg with a new “ash brown” color, go on sale sequentially from June 10
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GOKUMIN has released the height-adjustable “Multi Comfort Table” side table and added a new color to its popular bed. The products support work and relaxation in the bedroom.
【Endorsement comments arrive from Yosuke Kubozuka, director Isao Yukisada and others!】 25th anniversary of “GO”: nationwide revival screenings for a limited 2 weeks starting Friday, June 12!
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To mark the 25th anniversary of its release, the film “GO” will begin a revival run at 73 theaters nationwide for a limited 2 weeks starting June 12. Messages from the director and cast have also arrived.
Rising Irish act Cardinals unveil “I Like You” music video from acclaimed debut album “Masquerade,” ahead of their Japan debut at Summer Sonic
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Irish band Cardinals released a music video for a track from their debut album “Masquerade.” The band will make its Japan debut at Summer Sonic in August.