AI News 180m Report｜2026-06-12 06:00–09:00 JST｜Page 14 of 14https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 1307 items from 2 sources; Japan, 57 items from 2 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en Earthquake off Mindanao, Philippines: We are working to support life-saving effortshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944718https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944718Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:40:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA powerful magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck off Mindanao Island in the Philippines on June 8, 2026, causing widespread damage and evacuations. International humanitarian organization ADRA has launched an emergency response, is assessing the damage and has begun accepting emergency donations. It plans to provide aid including supplies, shelter, water, sanitation and psychological support. Taking local challenges nationwide. Japan’s materials Koshien “一（ichi）” and CAMPFIRE partner to launch a crowdfunding support project for local businesses and producershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944720https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944720Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:36:42 +0900JapanPR TIMESCOMMON株式会社 has partnered with CAMPFIRE to launch “Japan’s Materials Koshien ‘一（ichi）,’” a crowdfunding support project for local businesses and producers. The initiative aims to showcase the appeal of local resources nationwide and revitalize communities. PV for new manga volume released today! The cool husband suddenly… turns affectionate!? “What Happened After I Prayed for My Arranged Marriage Partner to ‘Fall in Love With Me’”—the long-awaited Volume 1 of a romantic comedy of misunderstandings that begins with a “charm”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944721https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944721Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:36:18 +0900JapanPR TIMESキルタイムコミュニケーション has released a PV for Volume 1 of the manga “What Happened After I Prayed for My Arranged Marriage Partner to ‘Fall in Love With Me’,” which goes on sale today. The romantic comedy follows the shy young noblewoman Mikuru and the cold Marquis Alvis, whose arranged marriage takes an unexpected turn after Mikuru’s “charm” sets things in motion. WithYou employment transition support for people with mental health conditions and developmental disabilities opens its 7th school in the Kitakawachi area, outside Hirakata-shi Stationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944732https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944732Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社WithYou has opened an employment transition support facility for people with mental health conditions and developmental disabilities in front of Keihan Hirakata-shi Station. It combines practical skills training with specialized health support, marking its first entry into the Kitakawachi area. “Road to Tokyo Legacy Half Marathon Campaign,” a collaboration between the official Tokyo Metropolitan Meiji Park running community “RPT” and ONE TOKYO, launches Saturday, June 20!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944731https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944731Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Tokyo Metropolitan Meiji Park running community “RPT” will launch a special campaign with ONE TOKYO on June 20 to mark its 1st anniversary. Open letter regarding the industrial mutant strain (BP-412 strain) in Kobayashi Pharmaceutical’s Benikoji Cholesterol Help sent to 4 government agencieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944730https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944730Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社薫製倶楽部 has sent an open letter to 4 agencies, including the Osaka City Public Health Center, calling for safety assessments of red yeast rice products and transparency in government decisions. In Aoba Ward, Yokohama, “榧日（ひび）” is a rental home with a shopfront where residents can run small businesses while expressing what they love and do well. Trial operations have begun at “hibi table,” a shared space that supports community connections and new challenges!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944729https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944729Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESA trial operation has begun at the shared space in “榧日,” a rental residence with a shopfront developed by 旭化成ホームズ and others. It supports small businesses and交流 among local residents. Jizai、「Tokyo Mirai Park」（日本科学未来館内）で開催される、東京都主催の展示企画「未来の１日」に、カスタマイズできる汎用AIロボット「Mi-Mo DevKit」を展示https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944728https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944728Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESJizai will exhibit its general-purpose AI robot “Mi-Mo DevKit” at “Tokyo Mirai Park” at the National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation. The company will assess the intelligence and functions of autonomous robots through visitor experiences. HOTSOX original Disney-design socks set for release!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944727https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944727Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESレンフロ・ジャパン will release original Disney-design socks from its art sock brand “HOTSOX” from mid-June. The first collection features designs inspired by characters from “Toy Story 5” and will roll out in conjunction with the film’s release. Recruitment management system “らくるーと” begins advertising on digital LED boards along the Shuto Expresswayhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944726https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944726Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アイシス has begun advertising its recruitment management system “らくるーと” on digital LED boards along the Shuto Expressway. The campaign aims to raise awareness among HR personnel and business executives. A yokai will eat your worries! AI counseling app “たそかれ言霊仲買所,” developed by university students, released for freehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944725https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944725Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe AI counseling app “たそかれ言霊仲買所,” developed by university students, has been released for free. Yokai reframe worries users cannot share with others from their own unique perspectives, with the aim of boosting self-esteem. The app also emphasizes privacy protection. (Notice) Yoshimura, representative of ダイナミックマッププラットフォーム, speaks at the “Individual Investor Summit,” an IR event for individual investorshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944724https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944724Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESダイナミックマッププラットフォーム CEO Yoshimura spoke at an IR event for individual investors, discussing the company’s business, growth strategy, the relationship between map data and AI for autonomous driving, monetization in new fields and M&A strategy. Questions showed strong interest in progress and profitability in its licensing business, when it will turn profitable and efforts to increase corporate value. [Kawaguchi City only] June-only campaign to collect unused balcony storage items | Storage boxes, clothes-drying products and racks also accepted | まるっと本舗 junk removalhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944723https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944723Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESまるっと本舗 junk removal has launched a collection campaign for balcony items in Kawaguchi City only. During June, customers using a flat-rate package can receive a discount of up to 1,000 yen. [For individual customers: monthly ranking] Top 5 best-selling used office chairs for May 2026 revealed: 5 series favored for comfort, design and valuehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944722https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944722Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESオフィスバスターズ has announced its sales ranking of used office chairs for individual customers for May 2026. Itoki’s “Act” took 1st place. Regarding the June 12 report on measures taken by the Japan Fair Trade Commission against businesses over bid-rigging in large-scale condominium repair workhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944429https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944429Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:24:58 +0900JapanPR TIMESFollowing reports of alleged bid-rigging in large-scale repair work, スマート修繕 stated that it is not among the companies involved. It emphasized its independent estimate-review and anonymous-referral system. The character of classic lenses for today’s photography: 和平光学 launches the “PEACE 35mm f/1.4 E41 CLASSICAL Silver Chrome”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944430https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944430Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:20:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES焦点工房 will launch 和平光学’s “PEACE 35mm f/1.4 E41 CLASSICAL Silver Chrome” on June 12, 2026. The large-aperture lens combines a classical design with modern technology. NISSHAグループ contract manufacturer NISSHAインダストリーズ株式会社 increases monthly website visitors by up to 3 times through website development and SEOhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944136https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944136Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:13:56 +0900JapanPR TIMESテクノポート developed a website and carried out SEO for NISSHAインダストリーズ, increasing monthly visitors by up to 3 times and improving the quality of inquiries. This strengthened NISSHAインダストリーズ’ foundation for acquiring new customers for its contract manufacturing services. プーラビダ株式会社, supported by AUTOCARE, named Grand Prix winner of “DX Selection 2026”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944137https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944137Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:12:17 +0900JapanPR TIMESプーラビダ株式会社, supported by AUTOCARE, won the Grand Prix at “DX Selection 2026.” Its use of DX and AI in the nursing care and welfare sectors was recognized, with its “Zero-Meeting Method” highly rated as a practical DX model. Taking the value of Enshu textiles to the world! Enshu textile brand HUIS to hold its first POPUP in Singaporehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944138https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944138Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESApparel brand HUIS has held its first POPUP event in Singapore. The event was realized in response to strong local interest and is part of an effort to share the appeal of Enshu textiles with the world. Indian cuisine researcher Shimizu Yuki publishes first solo book, Curry as a Liberal Art (集英社); dialogue event with philosophical dialogue practitioner Rei Nagai to be held July 13https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944158https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944158Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESIndian cuisine researcher Shimizu Yuki has published her first solo book, Curry as a Liberal Art, and will hold a commemorative dialogue event in July. “Kanji Ice” maker KANJI JAPAN raises funds from 「スタートアップファクトリー」, represented by Osamu Suzukihttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944157https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944157Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESKANJI JAPAN raises funds from Osamu Suzuki’s fund to strengthen the nationwide rollout of its Kanji Ice. The lead feature of MAG EDGE Vol.2, a new comprehensive entertainment magazine delving deeply into manga, anime and games, is “Ghost in the Shell: THE GHOST IN THE SHELL”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944156https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944156Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES有限会社エックスワン will release the new comprehensive entertainment magazine MAG EDGE Vol.2 on July 9, 2026. The lead feature is the TV anime Ghost in the Shell: THE GHOST IN THE SHELL, which begins airing in July, and includes an interview with the director and setting materials. Yoshida Group’s 120th anniversary celebration: the 20th “DNA Special Lecture” to be held August 2. A distinguished lineup of speakers includes sculptor Etsuro Sotoo, known for work on the Sagrada Familia and other projects.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944155https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944155Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ヨシダ will hold the 20th “DNA Special Lecture” on August 2 to mark its 120th anniversary. Sculptor Etsuro Sotoo and others will speak. 【Recharge Mobile】Celebrating 4 years! “4th Anniversary Special Sale” offering up to 75% off starts June 12. A giveaway campaign on X (formerly Twitter) will also run!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944154https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944154Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESRecharge Mobile will hold a sale offering up to 75% off from June 12 to mark its 4th anniversary. Special offers and an X campaign will run at the same time. 【Yachiyo City, Chiba Prefecture】3x3 professional basketball team YACHIYO FLAGs signs sponsorship agreement with Sustainability Partners — creating the future together with businesses as a community-focused pro teamhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944153https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944153Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【Oisix Niigata】“Kita-ku Day” to be held at the Rakuten game on 6/21 (Sun.)! Events include a collaborative cheering performance by Keiwa Gakuen High School’s instrumental music club and a barrel-drum performance by Niizaki Tarukinehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944152https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944152Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESOisix Niigata Albirex Baseball Club will hold “Kita-ku Day” at its Rakuten game at HARD OFF ECO Stadium Niigata on June 21. Events celebrating Kita-ku will include a collaborative cheering performance with Keiwa Gakuen High School’s instrumental music club, a barrel-drum performance by Niizaki Tarukine and numerous popular food trucks, strengthening ties with the local community. The texture of natural walnut complements the classic look of the Nikon Zf: YUWOOD adds a walnut model to its “Wood Grip with Integrated Base Plate” for the Nikon Zfhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944151https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944151Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES2ndfocus releases a “Wood Grip with Integrated Base Plate (Walnut)” for the Nikon Zf. IAS expands brand safety and suitability measurement to YouTube audio ad campaignshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944150https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944150Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESIAS is expanding brand safety and suitability measurement to YouTube audio ad campaigns, enabling advertisers to improve transparency around their audio ad investments and protect brand value. As the digital audio market grows, IAS provides reliable third-party measurement. 1HOTEL scores a major win at the Stay with Dogs Awards 2026, taking awards in 3 categories — Excellence Award, Dog Satisfaction Award and Newly Opened Accommodation Award【株式会社 創造舎】https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944149https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944149Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES1HOTEL received the Runner-up Excellence Award, the Dog Satisfaction Award and the Newly Opened Accommodation Award at the Stay with Dogs Awards 2026. The hotel, built around stays with dogs, has attracted broad support despite having opened only recently. Registration now open to watch the “4th Tomato Summit”! A must-read “Winter-Spring Tomato Special” for tomato farmers is out today!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944148https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944148Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Japan Agricultural News has published its “Winter-Spring Tomato Special” and will hold the related “4th Tomato Summit” online on June 26. A record 8 seed and agricultural supply manufacturers will take part this time, sharing the latest information on balancing sugar content and yield through data use. Hell’s Keirin is underway! A new IP project from the Beppu City Public Enterprise Bureau and Pictoria launches!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944147https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944147Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Beppu City Public Enterprise Bureau and Pictoria have launched “Hell’s Keirin,” a new IP project combining Beppu Keirin with the Hells of Beppu. Hiroko Utsumi and INEMOUSE are participating, aiming to revitalize the region and co-create with fans using the latest technology. “Ano Taku ga Ki ni Naru” wins the Creator Award (Planning Category) at the Mynavi Short Drama Awards 2026!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944146https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944146Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESContentAge 與 sukima 共同營運的短篇對話劇帳號「あの卓が気になる」榮獲「マイナビショードラアワード2026」的創作者獎（企劃部門）。該帳號以其真實的對話劇內容，尤其受到 20-30 多歲女性的喜愛，並已累積超過 1 億次播放。 Stayway begins business partnership with Kumamoto City, building a “subsidy DX infrastructure” to deliver needed support to all businesseshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944145https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944145Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESStayway has entered into a business partnership with Kumamoto City. The city will introduce “Subsidy Cloud for Gov” to consolidate subsidy information through digital transformation and establish a system for informing local businesses. 【Kazokutei】Early summer “Appreciation Festival: Official App 2-Point Campaign” and “Takeout Appreciation Festival” start 6/15https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944144https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944144Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESKazokutei will launch its early summer Appreciation Festival starting June 15, 2026, with an “Official App 2-Point Campaign” and a “Takeout Appreciation Festival.” The first doubles app points, while the second offers a discount on its popular pork cutlet rice bowl. The event thanks customers for their support and offers deals for both dine-in and takeout. 【BS Nippon TV】A first-ever TV talk at age 85! A face-to-face meeting with his idol, comedy king Chaplin!? An unexpected turn! Who was the stylish person Kin-chan met?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944143https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944143Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESIn Season 3 of BS Nippon TV’s program “Hagimoto-san on the 9th Floor,” 85-year-old Kinichi Hagimoto shared stories about his long-awaited meeting with Chaplin and anecdotes about celebrities including Tetsuya Watari and Mitsuko Mori. Season 4 of the program has also been confirmed for broadcast starting in July. 【April 2027 enrollment】Crash-course curriculum for domestic MBA fall entrance exams and curriculum for winter entrance exams released!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944142https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944142Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アガルート has released a domestic MBA entrance exam preparation curriculum for April 2027 enrollment. It offers support for admission to highly competitive schools, including feedback on research proposals and business administration lectures. 「俺の還暦最終日まで、ずっと見られるぞ～！」13,000人が見届けた江頭2:50の還暦祭り！「エガフェス2026」U-NEXTでの見逃し配信が好評につき延長決定！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944141https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944141Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES江頭2:50主宰の「エガフェス2026」見逃し配信期間が好評により6月30日まで延長。還暦レジェンドイヤーの集大成として13,000人を動員した屋外ライブを全編視聴可能。 【Okonomiyaki Honpo】All-you-can-drink for 990 yen before tax! “Father’s Day Campaign” starts Monday, June 15https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944140https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944140Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESOkonomiyaki Honpo will offer all-you-can-drink alcoholic beverages for 990 yen before tax to official app members as part of a Father’s Day campaign starting June 15. The campaign runs through June 28 and is designed to help families and loved ones celebrate. .ENDRECHERI. on the cover and in the lead feature! A generous photo spread, 40 pages of live coverage and a feature interview of more than 10000 characters—an edition to treasure forever♪https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944139https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944139Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES東京ニュース通信社 will release music magazine MG (NO.33) on June 12. The cover features .ENDRECHERI., the musical project of Tsuyoshi Domoto, with an extensive feature including an interview and behind-the-scenes coverage of a live show. Takes 3rd place worldwide in “Spiideo SoccerNet SynLoc 2026,” a competition held at the CVPR international conferencehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n943883https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n943883Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:47:23 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社AllClip placed 3rd worldwide in the “Spiideo SoccerNet SynLoc 2026” competition at CVPR 2026. The achievement is expected to help improve the accuracy of AI technology for locating players in soccer footage and further advance the company’s AllClip AI camera system. Degree Awards for Kosen Graduates Under Consideration by Education Ministry — Webinar on June 15 (Mon.) to examine how alumni’s calls of “I can’t get a visa…” became a “groundswell” that moved the ministryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n941235https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n941235Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:42:05 +0900JapanPR TIMESA campaign by Kosen alumni seeking degrees for graduates has prompted the Education Ministry to consider the issue. A webinar on June 15, 2026, will explain the background, offering a compelling example of public opinion directly leading to policy change. [Event Report] About 90 institutions and 260 medical professionals from across Japan fired up at the country’s largest-scale nursing DX event, the “1st Team Compass User Meetup” — At the forefront of next-generation team-based healthcare and work-style reformhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n941236https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n941236Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:41:10 +0900JapanPR TIMESイノシア held the “1st Team Compass User Meetup” in Kyoto in May 2026. About 90 institutions and 260 people from across Japan took part and shared the latest developments in nursing DX. A large-scale community was formed to address challenges in medical settings. Initial D merchandise comes together! CAMSHOP pop-up store to open at Saxx Bar Saga Youme Town and Kurume locationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n941237https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n941237Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:36:55 +0900JapanPR TIMESCAMSHOP.JP is holding pop-up stores at Saxx Bar Saga Youme Town and its Kurume location, featuring officially licensed merchandise from the popular manga Initial D. The lineup includes fan favorites such as a limited-edition folding stool, with only 1,000 available. About half said inconsistent impact strength causes 3-putts! Chicken Golf surveys the reality of “misjudging distance”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n940948https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n940948Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESチキンゴルフ surveyed 300 golfers about 3-putts. About 90% said they struggle with 3-putts, and the survey found that the biggest cause is misjudging the distance on the first putt. [Shinjuku] BAR LAST WORD, a classic, richly appointed authentic bar by Master of Whisky 静谷和典, to grand-open on June 13 (Sat.), 2026!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n940947https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n940947Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ロイヤルマイル will open BAR LAST WORD, an authentic bar created by Master of Whisky 静谷和典, in Shinjuku Sanchome on June 13, 2026. With the concept of “a place to savor the final drink,” the bar will serve high-quality brown spirits and cocktails in a classic, richly appointed setting. This summer, have a peach to drink before you head home. — Beppu’s Hyotan Onsen “飲泉堂” begins selling peach smoothieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n940951https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n940951Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:20:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESBeppu’s Hyotan Onsen will begin selling peach smoothies for a limited time during the summer season starting June 12, 2026. The offering adds a post-bath experience unique to a hot spring facility and supports the revitalization of local tourism. [More than 50,000 cups sold in about 11 months] A popular post-bath drink — “飲泉堂（いんせんどう）,” the juice stand at Beppu’s Hyotan Onsenhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n940950https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n940950Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:20:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES“飲泉堂,” the juice stand at Beppu’s Hyotan Onsen, has sold more than 50,000 drinks in about 11 months. Its locally focused drinks made with seasonal fruit are winning support from tourists and local customers. Marketing SaaS “Xtrategy” launches customer journey feature to visualize the overall marketing processhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n940949https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n940949Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:20:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESフィシルコム has added a customer journey feature to its marketing SaaS, “Xtrategy.” The feature visualizes customers’ behavioral processes and improves the precision of strategy design. [Latest trends] Report released on M&A in the food and food-service industries — Business strategies focused on competitiveness, rather than relying on passing costs on to customers, are advancinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n940657https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n940657Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESフーリハン・ローキー released its fiscal 2025 M&A report on the food and food-service industries. It highlights trends showing that higher value-added offerings, overseas expansion and improved capital efficiency are key to increasing corporate value. 人事図書館 substantially updates the curriculum for the 2nd “Management HR AI Professional Course”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n940356https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n940356Fri, 12 Jun 2026 06:51:13 +0900JapanPR TIMES人事図書館 is launching the 2nd “Management HR AI Professional Course.” The program teaches AI implementation and organizational design, cultivating leaders to drive management-focused HR. [Online in June] “Paid Copilot: Selected Techniques Course” to boost productivity for busy business professionalshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n939389https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n939389Fri, 12 Jun 2026 06:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESユースフル株式会社 will hold a seminar in June on practical ways to use Microsoft 365 Copilot. TikTokライブコマース「燕チャンネル」、5月度トクトクセール期間中のスターランキング1位を獲得。7ヶ月連続トップを記録https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n939388https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n939388Fri, 12 Jun 2026 06:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESSホールディングス’ “燕チャンネル” has ranked 1st in sales on TikTok Shop for 7 consecutive months. LINE stickers for the TV anime “名探偵プリキュア！” available starting today!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n939387https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n939387Fri, 12 Jun 2026 06:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESAll 40 LINE stickers for the TV anime “名探偵プリキュア！” will be available starting June 12. “Gemini Complete Guide [2nd Edition]” — The definitive beginner’s guide, explaining everything from prompt basics to using each feature and practical applications in an accessible, detailed way; on sale June 26, 2026!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n939386https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n939386Fri, 12 Jun 2026 06:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES秀和システム新社 will release the 2nd edition of its introductory guide to using Gemini on June 26. The practical book covers everything from prompts to Workspace integration. Shuichi Yoshida’s Yokomichi Yonosuke series reaches its conclusion at last! Calling for letters to Yokomichi Yonosukehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n939385https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n939385Fri, 12 Jun 2026 06:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe concluding volume of 吉田修一’s 横道世之介 series has been published, and a reader campaign is being held to mark its conclusion. World Cup fuels TV demand; Belgian retailers estimate June sales will rise 50%https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944621https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944621Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:35:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 2026 World Cup is driving television sales in Belgium, with retailers forecasting a 50% to 70% increase in June sales. Demand for large-screen, high-refresh-rate TVs is up 30-35%, while audio equipment sales have also risen 15%. Sales prospects are linked to the national team’s performance. Summary of US Senate Armed Services Committee defense authorization bill includes Taiwan wartime stockpile planhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944428https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944428Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:19:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe US Senate Armed Services Committee advanced a summary of the fiscal 2027 National Defense Authorization Act, which calls for approval of a wartime stockpile plan for Taiwan and stronger defenses along the First Island Chain. Delays in Foreign Military Sales (FMS) to Japan, Taiwan, South Korea and the Philippines are also subject to review. Trump nominates former US SEC chair Clayton as director of national intelligencehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944051https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n944051Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:56:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAUS President Donald Trump has nominated former SEC Chairman Jay Clayton as director of national intelligence. His nomination has raised concerns because he has no intelligence experience. An agreement with the US imminent? Iran says no final decision has been madehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n940556https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n940556Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:01:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson dismissed reports of a final agreement with the US as “speculation.” The spokesperson said most of the agreement documents have been settled, but a shift in the US position is holding up progress. Hosts Mexico beat South Africa in World Cup opener, with a rare 3 red cards issuedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n940555https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n940555Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:01:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAHosts Mexico faced South Africa in the 2026 World Cup opener, winning 2:0. Quiñones scored the tournament’s first goal, but the match also saw a rare three red cards, adding uncertainty to the games ahead. Iran strikes Kuwait again, injuring people; airport radar hithttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n939485https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n939485Fri, 12 Jun 2026 06:15:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIran again struck Kuwait’s only international airport on the morning of the 11th, damaging its radar and injuring people. The attack forced a temporary closure of Kuwait’s airspace and was the second similar incident within one week. Trump calls off Iran airstrike plan; US stocks surgehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n939284https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n939284Fri, 12 Jun 2026 06:04:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAUS stocks surged on the 11th after President Donald Trump called off plans to strike Iran, boosting expectations of an agreement between the US and Iran. The market posted its best single-day performance in two months. All four major indexes closed higher, while international oil prices fell in response. Trump says US and Iran will reach “great deal,” possibly signing in Europe this weekendhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n939083https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n939083Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:52:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAUS President Donald Trump announced that a “great deal” with Iran aimed at preventing it from developing nuclear weapons is close to being finalized. It may be signed in Europe this weekend, with the Strait of Hormuz to open immediately after signing, easing regional tensions. Instagram post DZZr0aQMoTThttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n939697https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260612-06/index-en-p14.html#n939697Wed, 10 Jun 2026 19:08:03 +0900JapanInstagram（舊社群線）和心村 shares updates on the goats’ daily lives on Instagram while highlighting the appeal of glamping in a traditional house and interacting with rescued animals. It also announced animal-first rules, including restrictions on bringing in snacks.