Tracing 70 years of artistic achievement: Approximately 80 works on display and for sale! Tetsuya Chiba: 70th Anniversary Print Exhibition — “The Legend” Still Burns Bright Today
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“Tetsuya Chiba Family — 70th Anniversary of His Artistic Career” 450×327 mm, piezograph, ¥176,000
“Fated Rival (Joe)” 410×313 mm, piezograph, ¥132,000
How far can AI take package design? A seminar featuring Ryo Ogawa as the speaker.
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JPDA to hold a seminar on AI and package design. Former chair Ryo Ogawa will speak as participants discuss technological advances and intellectual property rights. The event reflects the design industry’s interest in using AI.
休暇村紀州加太 marks 10 years since its renovation on July 1, 2026; a limited-time campaign will run in July to express gratitude to guests
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和歌山 resort hotel 休暇村紀州加太 is holding a July-only campaign to mark 10 years since its renovation. Gifts for guests and special menu items will be offered as a token of appreciation.
Did Fumita of 囲碁将棋 suffer a crushing defeat in an amateur joke-writing contest? Soshina stunned by the unexpected result: “21st out of 24” / Yutaro Hamada goes on a first date with the adult film actress he fell for “at first listen”! They exchanged contact details, but “I haven’t heard back in 1 week” — “Doping Talking 2”
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In the premiere of ABEMA’s “Doping Talking 2,” Fumita of 囲碁将棋 revealed that he suffered a crushing defeat in an amateur joke-writing contest, while Yutaro Hamada shared what happened after a date with an adult film actress. The show features comedians’ unusual personal stories.
ONE-VALUE strengthens support for collaboration between Vietnamese hospitals and Japanese companies following talks with a deputy director of 交通運輸病院 in Hanoi
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The next 5 years, through 2031, will be designated as a priority period
Bringing “genuine parachute fabric” that saves lives into everyday use. SEAL will launch a new series made with white parachute fabric from 藤倉航装 on June 18.
New daytime show “Ke Aloha” opens on Saturday, July 4 — 4 members of the 62nd class of rookie hula dancers and new シバオラ members make their long-awaited stage debuts
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4 members of the 62nd class of rookie hula dancers
[Survey] More than 90% of women in their 40s to 60s experience intense stress. What lies behind the limits of existing care and surging demand for “medical esthetics” aimed at addressing the root causes?
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“More than 90%” of women in their 40s to 60s said they experience intense stress.
Among those who feel that conventional care has its limits, “70%” answered “Very interested (yes).”
Supporting refugees through flowers with actor Yumi Kawai: “UNIQLO FLOWER × World Refugee Day Charity Campaign” runs at UNIQLO FLOWER locations from June 19 (Friday) to June 30 (Tuesday)
For the first time in 20 years, a public beach is returning to Ibusuki Port Beach!!! One of Japan’s largest land-based inflatable obstacle courses and a variety of water activities will open for a limited time
As Rinku Town*¹ marks its 30th anniversary, 16 companies and organizations join forces! First release of a community development vision map for the Rinku area of 泉佐野市*², officially endorsed by the city
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Annual ridership at Rinku Town Station in fiscal 2025
Companies mentioned：株式会社NANKAI、泉佐野市、はやぶさ国際観光バス株式会社、関西エアポート株式会社、OMO関西空港 by 星野リゾート、エスアイエススターゲイトホテル株式会社、H.I.S.ホテルホールディングス株式会社、株式会社フラット・フィールド・オペレーションズ、関西エアポートワシントンホテル、一般社団法人泉佐野シティプロモーション推進協議会、公益社団法人泉佐野青年会議所、泉佐野商工会議所、NSW株式会社、株式会社5G SPORTS TECH & LABORATORY、三菱地所・サイモン株式会社、株式会社ヤッホーブルーイング、株式会社ワールドサービス
Moving to Awaji Island!? “The annual ‘Oideya! Inaka Kurashi Fair’ will be held at the OMM Building in Osaka on Saturday, July 18”
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Minami-Awaji City will take part in the “Oideya! Inaka Kurashi Fair,” one of western Japan’s largest relocation events, held in Osaka. City staff will provide consultations in person to promote relocation to Awaji Island.
【Louis Vuitton】Launches new men’s eyewear with a modern feel
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Louis Vuitton has launched a new men’s eyewear collection, offering a range of styles from blue-light-blocking models for the office to sunglasses designed by Pharrell Williams.
This summer, head to a waterside paradise in Asia. 4 new IHG Hotels & Resorts properties opening from the second half of 2025 through 2026, where you can enjoy a resort stay
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IHGホテルズ&リゾーツ will open new hotels in 4 Asian countries (Malaysia, Vietnam, Indonesia and Thailand). From 2025 to 2026, it will bring its voco, Crowne Plaza and Garner brands to waterside locations popular with resort travelers.
Heartwarming experiences return to this town this year. “Chigasaki Children’s Marche 2026” set for October 25 (Sunday)! Recruitment begins June 20 for “program participant kids” to take part in the process leading up to the event
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The “Chigasaki Children’s Marche 2026,” organized by a civic group, is set for October 25. The 4-month program lets children experience everything from planning to selling, offering practical learning and opportunities to connect with the local community.
Are you more prone to constipation in summer? Learn from a specialist about the causes of a dehydrated colon and how to prevent summer constipation on “Health Capsule! Genki no Jikan,” June 21 (Sunday)
【株式会社if】Launches “Claude Code Business Automation Training” for non-engineers｜Up to 75% subsidized through the Career Development Subsidy (62,000 yen or more after subsidy)
“Toyama Agriculture-Commerce-Industry Collaboration Mini-Seminar & Business Consultation” to be held at 4 venues in Toyama Prefecture in July! Extensive support to develop marketable local products and strengthen businesses’ earning power!
Checkout.com selected as a digital payments partner for Microsoft
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Payments platform Checkout.com has been selected as a Microsoft partner. It will process payments for Xbox, Azure and other services in the EMEA region, using AI to improve approval rates. The partnership with a major tech company demonstrates Checkout.com’s credibility.
Companies mentioned：Microsoft、Sony、Netflix、Uber、Spotify、Alibaba、Docusign、Wise、Sainsbury's、Financial Times
Locaro Noodle surpasses 400,000 servings sold in 12 months; launches a seasonal summer gift to mark the milestone
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Healthy noodle brand LOCALO Noodle reached 400,000 servings sold in 1 year and launched a summer gift to mark the milestone. Low-calorie ice cream Dolce Ino is also being offered, as the company targets the health-conscious gift market.
【グランドシネマサンシャイン 池袋／１０９シネマズ大阪エキスポシティ】 Grand Cinema Sunshine Ikebukuro to mark its 7th anniversary with a Christopher Nolan IMAX®︎ retrospective!
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Grand Cinema Sunshine Ikebukuro will celebrate its 7th anniversary with an IMAX retrospective of films by director Christopher Nolan. The event’s highlight is the chance to experience a special aspect ratio available at only 2 theaters in Japan.
Vicor to showcase innovative power technologies at “TECHNO-FRONTIER 2026”
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Vicor will exhibit at “TECHNO-FRONTIER 2026” in July. The company will showcase its latest power solutions for industrial equipment and vehicles, centered on 48V power architecture, highlighting its technical capabilities.
【Opens July 8 (Wed.)】Enjoy the movies through sound! MOVIX Amagasaki film festival featuring live sound screenings: Michael, High School Musical, Sirāt, Nintama Rantaro and more—a lineup of 13 films screened with live sound!
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MOVIX Amagasaki will hold a “Live Sound Screening” film festival for 6 days from July 8. Using live-performance audio equipment to enhance the sound, the festival will screen 13 films and offer a new cinema sound experience.
Companies mentioned：Lions Gate Entertainment Inc.、Disney、V8J絶叫上映企画チーム
Save at Nojima stores in Kanagawa Prefecture! Kanagawa Tokutoku Campaign! Get up to 10% back with “Kanatoku”!
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Nojima is participating in Kanagawa Prefecture’s consumer spending initiative, “Kanatoku!” Customers can get up to 10% back when using eligible cashless payment methods at all stores in the prefecture, helping household budgets amid rising prices.
【Modelpress Buzzword Awards 2026 First Half】20 terms announced, including “〇〇で滅,” “モナキ,” “ボンドロ” and “フレネミー”; post draws 14 million impressions on X
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Women’s news site Modelpress has announced 20 buzzwords for the first half of 2026, based on reader votes. “〇〇で滅” and other terms made the list, and the announcement drew 14 million impressions on X, reflecting trends in youth culture.
Companies mentioned：ネットネイティブ、マクドナルド、Mrs. GREEN APPLE、Darich、SWEET STEADY、M!LK、カルビー、バンダイ、純烈、サカナクション、Hearts2Hearts
Investment Trust Overview: “Total net assets roughly double in about 3 years, reaching the 200 trillion yen range by the end of May 2026”—Based on fund flows in June 2026—Two articles on “Sales rankings by business category” published on Minkabu (Investment Trusts)
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Reaching the 200 trillion yen range by the end of May 2026
ONE-VALUE strengthens competitor research services in Vietnam for Japanese companies
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ONE-VALUE Co., Ltd. has strengthened its competitor research services to support Japanese companies expanding into Vietnam. Drawing on its local network, the company conducts multifaceted research into non-public information to help clients build a competitive advantage.
A collaboration campaign between the anime “NEEDY GIRL OVERDOSE” and ROUND1 is coming!
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GK Marketing has partnered with ROUND1 to run a collaboration campaign for the anime “NEEDY GIRL OVERDOSE.” Limited-edition merchandise and in-store events will roll out nationwide from June 2026, with the aim of attracting fans.
A POP UP SHOP for the strategy simulation RPG “Girls’ Frontline 2: Exilium,” for smartphones and PC, is coming to the IP Bookstore on the 6th floor of SHIBUYA TSUTAYA!!
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Original2026年7月3日(金)から7月31日(金)までの期間限定で
The service launched on December 5, 2024
Marked its 1.5th anniversary on June 5, 2026
Acrylic stands, various designs: ¥2,200 each (tax included)
Mini-character acrylic stands, various designs: ¥1,320 each (tax included)
Trading acrylic keychains (10 random designs): ¥880 (tax included)
Trading tin badges (10 random designs): ¥550 (tax included)
Trading clear cards (10 random designs): ¥600 (tax included)
【Summer gifts】3 new varieties of craft chocolate ice cream let you enjoy cocoa’s distinct character in a cool, light treat!
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Minimal, a specialty chocolate shop, is launching 3 varieties of craft chocolate ice cream for summer gifts. The ice cream brings out the character of the cocoa while delivering a light finish.
【１０９シネマズ大阪エキスポシティ／グランドシネマサンシャイン 池袋】IMAX®︎ Christopher Nolan retrospective screenings confirmed! Running for 1 week only from Friday, July 10, with an additional one-night-only all-night screening
【Hatsune Miku “Magical Mirai 2026”】COSPA merchandise information revealed! New items include the limited-quantity “full-graphic dry hoodie” and “Tsumamare” clip-ons with stickers! 【株式会社コスパ】
Sticker-collecting RPG ビックリマン・ワンダーコレクション: Limited-time event “The Lost City of Ezfit” begins! New characters “Demon Princess Cleox” and “Demon Child Cleokuf” arrive!
[Four Points by Sheraton Nagoya, Chubu International Airport] A summer music experience colored by Hawaiian music and jazz
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Four Points by Sheraton Nagoya, Chubu International Airport will host the music event “Summer Music Fest 2026” in July 2026. Live Hawaiian and jazz performances will offer a special summer experience.
AMIRI unveils tournament collection honoring the 2026 World Cup
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To mark the 2026 World Cup, AMIRI has unveiled its “Tournament Collection,” blending soccer and streetwear. Celebrating the event’s Los Angeles host city, 10 limited-edition styles will go on sale at 2 stores in Japan.
[SAMANSA] New short-film lineup for the 3rd week of June announced! A mysterious door suddenly appears inside a house? 3 new releases, including a tense suspense horror film and a documentary exploring the vanishing Japanese tradition of “ama” divers!
30 years since the release of the スタジオジブリ anime “Whisper of the Heart.” An exhibition of painter Naohisa Inoue, who drew attention for his fantastical background art, opens in Tokyo’s Ariake on Saturday, June 20. Approximately 100 works, including original artwork and new prints, will be presented together in the largest exhibition to date!
Explaining programs that small and midsize corporations can use right away: “Grants and Subsidies Seminar 2026 in Shizuoka” to be held Thursday, July 16
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Only 5.5% of companies are making use of grants and subsidies
Delivered more than 100 lectures nationwide over the past 1 year
with more than 9,000 companies participating
Subsidies of up to 4.5 million yen! Dramatically improve business efficiency with digitalization and AI adoption
How to receive up to 2.5 million yen for creating flyers and websites
[Up to 57% off] The once-a-year mega event! Get ready for summer drives for less. Available exclusively at the company’s official online shop, KEIYO BASE店.
[Event report] From “Unable to get a visa” to a review by MEXT — the full story of 2 and a half years of “grassroots lobbying” by technical college alumni
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After 2 and a half years of lobbying, technical college alumni and others prompted MEXT to consider awarding degrees to graduates. A successful effort that began with visa issues overseas and swayed public opinion through case gathering and media strategy.
Searches for “frozen make-ahead meals” on デリッシュキッチン had increased approximately 3.3 times as of February 2026 compared with 5 years earlier (February 2021)
“3 Frozen Stock Udon Recipes” became a hit, surpassing 2 million views (as of the end of May 2026)
“Food expenses” ranked first as the spending category people are most conscious of saving on, at 42%
Searches for “tacos” surged to 2 times the level of the same month in 2025, in March 2026
Searches for “broccoli” on デリッシュキッチン increased approximately 1.7 times compared with 2019
“Nori-salt Pop Chicken” became a hit, surpassing 2 million views (as of the end of May 2026)
Searches in February 2026 reached approximately 2 times the level of February 2025, the peak of the first boom
Searches for “atsuage” in May 2026 were approximately 1.5 times the level in the same month of 2020