Limited mini uchiwa (?) giveaway, a visit from Sergeant Keroro, and in-store announcements exclusive to Animate. Campaign commemorating the release of “New Theatrical Edition☆Sergeant Keroro” to be held at Animate.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Event period: June 23, 2026–July 5, 2026
Event period: From June 26, 2026, on a rolling basis
Event period: June 27, 2026: 〈1〉13:00– 〈2〉15:00– 〈3〉17:00–
Eat, drink, sing and dance at a “German beer festival”: “Utsunomiya Oktoberfest Light 2026” to be held for the first time at Orion Square from Aug. 7 (Fri.) to Aug. 11 (Tue.)
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Five days from Aug. 7 (Fri.) to Aug. 11 (Tue., public holiday), 2026
More than 60 types of draft beer from top manufacturers, imported directly from Germany
[BEYOND SWEETS] A patisserie that uses no wheat or white sugar launches “HISUI,” a summer-limited gluten-free gift for the Japanese summer gift season, and “YUMMY＋,” fruit-based plant-based jelly
[Event report] New 3x3 professional basketball league “RBL” holds SEASON1 “NAGOYA Round.” Uenohara Sunrise wins after a thrilling battle at a venue overlooking Nagoya Castle’s Honmaru!
From “sightseeing” to “scientific wellness”: Onpita, a hot spring matching app that helps users find springs suited to their constitution and condition, launches
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Japan has around 3,000 hot spring resorts
Hot springs are said to attract around 180 million visits annually
Currently covers around 1,500 establishments across Oita Prefecture
Plans to expand to around 20,000 establishments nationwide
[Free webinar on July 15] Moving beyond person-dependent sales. Roadmap for building a sales organization that delivers repeatable results through AI and systematization unveiled for the first time!
Trepo launches the “αZ Generation Trend Awards 2026 by Trepo” and begins accepting entries for products, services, places and content making waves in 2026
Anna Murashige appears in a “Petaguu alien” costume as the character plots to invade Earth! She says “collecting stickers” is taking over her private life! Report on the PR event for Petaguu gummy “Petaguu Ship’s Arrival! Launch Ceremony”
Many fans are saddened by the end of 『超かぐや姫！』's theatrical run… Then let's do it, Kaguya! One more time! Kaguya and her friends return to theaters, powered up! Special-format screenings begin Sept. 18 (Friday); teaser trailer unveiled!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Total views on social media have exceeded 15 million
『BEAT&MOTION』, the grand-prize-winning work from 集英社's manga artist discovery audition “MILLION TAG,” to be adapted into an anime produced by MAPPA; worldwide exclusive streaming on Netflix set for 2027!
Production of Season 3 of the TV anime 『らんま1/2』 confirmed! Broadcast begins on 日本テレビ in October 2026, with broadcasts rolling out nationwide on the 日本テレビ network! Streaming exclusively on Netflix immediately after broadcast!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Broadcast begins on 日本テレビ in October 2026
As of August 2024, total worldwide circulation of Takahashi-sensei's works had exceeded 230 million copies
[Okayama University] Clean energy in the spotlight! Long-standing mystery of visible-light-responsive photocatalysts solved — principle enabling both high activity and long life discovered
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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June 19, 2026 (Reiwa 8)
Classified into 3 types, Type A/B/C, for the first time in the world
Published online on March 26, 2026 (local time)
Also selected as the cover art for the April 22, 2026 issue of the journal
Companies mentioned：国立大学法人岡山大学、信州大学、Journal of the American Chemical Society、日本学術振興会、日本板硝子材料工学助成会
Kokona Umeyama's long-awaited 2nd photobook 『COCOIRO（ココイロ）』 set for release on August 7, 2026! An overwhelming sense of translucence amid the natural beauty of Cebu Island, Philippines
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Price: [¥3.600 (tax included)]
A4-size format (modified) / 128 pages / full color
Tokyo ranks 12th globally in the “Global Startup Ecosystem Report 2026” — ecosystem value continues to grow, but the ranking has fallen for 3 consecutive years
[Free webinar for preschools] Overview of the Act on the Prevention of Sexual Violence Against Children, taking effect in December 2026, and preparations to make in advance — co-hosted by Wellkids and TMI総合法律事務所 — July 1
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Free online webinar on Wednesday, July 1, 2026
The Act on the Prevention of Sexual Violence Against Children / Japan's version of DBS, scheduled to take effect on December 25, 2026
Receives an order from 国立研究開発法人 産業技術総合研究所 to develop a multi-point displacement monitoring system platform compatible with the THINKLET wearable device
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Capital: 52.5 million yen (capital reserve: 52.5 million yen)
Interview published on how Aichi-based facility management company 大成株式会社 used ABABA to overcome its low-profile disadvantage and proactively recruit new graduates
Tektronix announces new high-voltage differential probes and current shunts, further expanding measurement coverage from low-current analysis to high-voltage power validation
Luxury bath additive brand “Chapon” begins accepting wholesale and retail inquiries from businesses — a summer gift line that sells well online and in stores
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Cumulative sales of 380,000 units
BIRTHDAY BAR: 27 locations nationwide
Starting June 22, 2026
Companies mentioned：株式会社Tokel、Chapon、Amazon、楽天、BIRTHDAY BAR
Welmo, which develops AI and DX services specializing in healthcare and nursing care, raises approximately ¥680 million, bringing its cumulative funding to approximately ¥5.56 billion
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Raises approximately ¥680 million
The population aged 65 and older is approximately 36 million
The number of people certified as needing nursing care or support has reached approximately 7 million
Has built a user network spanning 26,100 businesses nationwide
20th System Administrator Appreciation Day Event to be held on Wednesday, July 15! “Toward ITSM That Creates Business—Value Creation and the Realization of Well-being”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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This is the landmark 20th edition of the event
The “System Administrator Appreciation Day Event 20265” will be held at Shinagawa Intercity Hall on Wednesday, July 15.
This year, the commemorative date falls on Friday, July 31
From “sticking on” sound absorption to “integrating” it. Pixie Dust Technologies and サンゲツ launch a joint project for sound-absorbing panels using the “iwasemi” acoustic control technology and wallpaper
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Went on sale on March 3, 2026
Precisely absorbs sound in the central frequency range of human speech (500–1000 Hz)
Companies mentioned：ピクシーダストテクノロジーズ株式会社、サンゲツ、PARCs Sangetsu Group Creative Hub
A third-party emissions verification body explains practical considerations and common pitfalls! Second wave of speakers announced for the free webinar “A Guide to Effective GX-ETS Measures”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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July 8, 2026
[13:00-13:30] Global trends in carbon pricing and Japan: Preparing for the full-scale rollout of GX policy
[13:40-14:10] Balancing decarbonized management with economic viability: Introduction to GX-related subsidy programs and explanation of the application process (tentative)
[14:20-14:50] Key points for undergoing third-party verification of GHG emissions
Japan’s draft Imperial House Law revision broadly agreed upon; aim is to pass it by mid-July
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The draft revision to the Imperial House Law has been broadly agreed upon by the presiding officers and deputy presiding officers of both houses of the Diet. It focuses on allowing female members of the Imperial Family to retain their status and restoring former imperial branch families, with passage in the Diet targeted for July.
Giljegiljaw Kungkuan hits 2 home runs to lead the team to 3 straight wins; Wei Chuan Dragons one win away from first-half title, aiming to clinch on the 20th
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Wei Chuan Dragons beat the Rakuten Monkeys 11-3, moving within one win of the first-half title.
U.S. media: War Department seeks additional $80 billion for expenses including the war in Iran
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The U.S. Department of Defense has asked Congress for an additional $80 billion in funding, including for the war with Iran. The request underscores the prolonged military action and rising costs.
Person trespassing on JR tracks in Japan struck and killed; Tokaido Shinkansen service halted across the entire line for 3 hours
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A fatal accident involving a person entering the tracks occurred on JR Central’s Tokaido Shinkansen, resulting in service being suspended over a wide area.
Former Prague mayor refuses to bow to Beijing’s political pressure, stressing that “standing tall is more precious”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A report by a former Prague mayor on the legitimacy and practical benefits of values-based diplomacy following a shift from diplomacy with China to diplomacy with Taiwan.
【Shanghai Commercial & Savings Bank】Announcement of receipt of an internal control special review report issued by an accountant
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
Shanghai Commercial & Savings Bank announced that it had received an internal control special review report from an accountant，in compliance with Financial Supervisory Commission regulations and demonstrating that its internal control system is sound。This is a necessary regulatory compliance procedure and has positive implications for investors。
【Taiflex】Reappointment of the general manager of its important subsidiary，Shenzhen Taiflex Electronics Co.，Ltd.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
Taiflex’s subsidiary Shenzhen Taiflex Electronics has reappointed Yang Jianyun as general manager for a 3-year term beginning July 1, 2026, signaling continuity in management.