What role can tourism play in supporting disaster recovery? In disaster-stricken areas, “everyday life in the affected areas” intersects with “the extraordinary experience of travel.”
A real-life romance simulation game, “Sensitive! Love Antenna: Bouncing Beauty Manor,” will hold a joint in-person event with “Hamukoi: My Sweet Days with Three Sisters After I Reincarnated as a Hamster” on 7/18 (Sat.)!
Celebrating its 30th anniversary! A commemorative festival will be held July 11 (Sat.) and 12 (Sun.), 2026, at 草津市立水生植物公園みずの森, a botanical garden on Karasuma Peninsula in Shiga Prefecture.
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30th anniversary
More than 150 varieties of tropical and cold-hardy water lilies are cultivated and displayed
【KEYUCA】Stay comfortable in the kitchen during the sweltering summer without using a flame: 2 new models of the “Easy Microwave Grill,” which creates grill marks like an open flame in the microwave
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Price: 4,490 yen (4,939 yen including tax)
Price: ¥2,690 (¥2,959 including tax)
Adjust the microwave heating time (2–4 minutes at 600W)
Surprise announcement of appearances at 3 events in Niigata, Matsuyama and Tokyo over 3 consecutive months ♡ Hearts2Hearts, the large-member girl group launched by SM ENTERTAINMENT about 18 years after Girls’ Generation, to make its TGC debut!
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July 18, 2026 (Sat.)
Sunday, Aug. 16, 2026
September 1, 2026
About 18 years after Girls’ Generation
8-member girl group Hearts2Hearts
A total of 9 rookie awards
Ranked No. 1 on the Oricon Daily Album Ranking
Ranked No. 11, a record high for K-pop
Surpassed 100 million streams on Spotify and 100 million music video views
From masters such as 杉本博司 and 森山大道 to new-generation trailblazer レボハン・ハンイェ, and オランダ・フォーム in the Netherlands, which nurtures the next generation of talent. The August issue of Pen, “Photography That Shakes Us,” featuring current photographic expression you should know about, is now on sale!
Explore station buildings and experience the appeal of the Shonai area of Yamagata! The 6th installment of the station-building regional fair “MEGURIP (めぐりっぷ),” “Yamagata Shonai MEGURIP,” is coming!
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July 29–August 2, 2026
July 6–12, 2026
Original2026年7月1日(水)~9月30日(水)
July 1–September 2, 2026
July 1–August 10, 2026
On view: April–September 2026
Reopening after renovation on April 1, 2026
Original約400㎡の新クラゲ展示エリア拡張
The number of jellyfish species on display will increase from approximately 80 to 100
Summer limited-time special! The tang of yogurt and lemon is irresistible! “SPICE FACTORY Special Pork Vindaloo Curry” launches for a limited time at the Ecute Shinagawa store from July 1!
A spicy oil kick and an addictive crunchy texture! “Spicy Crunchy Fried Chicken Curry” arrives for a limited time, available at 4 カレーハウス リオ locations from July 1 (Wed.)!
JR-Cross 5th Anniversary Campaign! Earn 10 times the points on Fridays with your registered Suica, and enter a draw to win prizes worth a total of ¥10 million!
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Prizes worth a total of ¥10 million
10 times the points on Fridays
Station Restaurant The Central dining voucher (worth ¥20,000)
In its 5th year! “MIXED NOODLES Spicy Black Sesame Mixed Noodles—Chilled Salsa Style,” a fusion of Mexican-inspired spice and rich black sesame, launches July 1 (Wed.) at select T’sたんたん locations (Tokyo, Ikebukuro and Ueno)
From the TV anime “NARUTO: Shippuden,” new items include the “Naruto Uzumaki Image Blouson: Shippuden Ver.,” featuring a reimagined version of Naruto’s usual outfit, as well as jinbei and dry T-shirts! 【株式会社コスパ】
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Price: ¥27,500 (tax included)
Price: 13,750 yen each (tax included)
Price: 6,380 yen (tax included)
Price: 3,520 yen (tax included)
A wide range of officially licensed products. New products are released every week, including apparel such as T-shirts, goods such as “Tsumamare” accessories, and official costumes. The company now continues to bring more than 2,500 items to market each year.
【(株)ジェイアール西日本ファッショングッズ】“UNIQLO JR Shin-Osaka Store” to reopen after renovations on July 3 — also selling collaboration T-shirts with the JR西日本グループ and Ganko Sushi!
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Store area: approximately 135 tsubo (expanded from approximately 81 tsubo)
T-shirts featuring 6 original designs will be available.
For customers who spend at least ¥5,000 (tax included)
Earn 5 WESTER Points instead of the usual 1 point for every 110 yen spent (tax included).
“CLASSY.” August issue on sale / Seiya Suezawa of Aぇ! group on the cover of the Special Edition / Feature: “From your 5th year as a working adult, dress stylishly for the commute with summer layers”
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The August 2026 issue of “CLASSY.” goes on sale June 26 (Friday)!
Dating reality show “Girl or Lady 3” reveals generational differences in marriage priorities: people in their 20s emphasize “status and appearance,” while those in their 30s prioritize “shared values”!
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Boasts a combined total of 4 million followers
Has disclosed undergoing cosmetic surgery costing a total of 10 million yen
“Occupation” (29.6%)
“Appearance” (22.2%)
“Age” and “annual income” (14.8% each)
“Annual income” (29.4%)
“Shared views on family” (23.5%)
“Financial attitudes” and “appearance” (17.6% each)
“Blade,” the 6th figure in the Chibineko series from the hugely popular game “Honkai: Star Rail,” is now available. Orders are being accepted through select retailers, including あみあみ.
A summer tradition to savor in Minato Mirai. Seasonal shaved ice arrives, featuring fragrant Nishio matcha in July and juicy peaches from Yamanashi Prefecture served with pure ice in August!
A summer indulgence on a breezy hill in the lush green of Kurohime Kogen: “Afternoon Tea Immersed in Deep Green” launches in July 2026 at Lomä Central Peaks in Shinano Town, Nagano Prefecture
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Originalご提供価格:8,800円(税込)/1人
A special tranquil retreat with just 10 rooms
Companies mentioned:Lomä Central Peaks、SakuraJuJi Group
Presenting jointly with 山口大学 at the offline event “SAP® Concur® Fusion Exchange 2026 Public Deep Dive / Academic Day: University Management Strategies in the DX Era”
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A track record of adoption by more than 170 companies
The mysterious warrior “Black Honey” from Cutie Honey Nova is now a PLAMATEA figure! Now available exclusively through select retailers, including あみあみ.
“As sweet as fruit, with fruit-like flavor!” The developer was amazed by premium mini tomatoes “純あま.” Bringing the producer’s passion to the plate, 麦と卵, known for its carefully crafted fresh pasta, will launch 2 luxurious summer limited-time menu items on July 1!
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Price: 1,380 yen (tax included)
※ 1,480 yen (tax included) at the Tokyo Station Yaesu North Exit store
Operates a total of 47 restaurants in Sapporo, Sendai, Tokyo and Saitama
Building communities where everyone can live well through music. 社会福祉法人あんさんぶる launches a new community inclusion model to support the transition of school brass bands into community-based programs.
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The 3rd Ensemble Summer Concert will be held on July 19, 2026 (Sun.), at Kirara Hall in Itami City.
Starting today, 6/26 (Fri.), the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical Merrily We Roll Along, winner in 4 categories, opens at TOHOシネマズ Hibiya and other theaters! Here is an announcement about a campaign celebrating its release.
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Winner of 4 Tony Awards
10 people will receive an original movie postcard
Starting 6/26 (Fri.)
The entry period runs from 6/26 (Fri.) to 8/10 (Mon.)
【Launching simultaneously at 3 Kansai airports! Cream-filled sandwich pies featuring 5 varieties of colorful pies, each with a different flavor】New brand “SORANOA” debuts—light and crisp, with a soft moment that melts your worries away
【Tama・July heat】Safe collection of swollen mobile batteries found in detached homes and single-person households in Tachikawa, Hachioji and Machida|Municipalities cannot collect them; on-site collection of e-assist bicycle batteries also available for 7,700 yen
Venezuela earthquake: An estimated 3.9 million children in affected areas; ユニセフ accepting donations for its “Venezuela Earthquake Emergency Fund” 【Press release】
【First arrival in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka】Hokkaido-based homebuilder DUAL HOME expands into Shizuoka Prefecture. “Hiraya” Miyaguchi model home grand opening on 2026/6/20 (Sat.)
People with visual impairments transform organizations at companies and schools as “blind mentors”! “YMCAきらり☆ことばプラス” expands external access to its expression and communication training program—turning the trait of “not seeing” into “the value of drawing out communication skills”
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Approximately 273,000 people with visual impairments in Japan
Employment rate: approximately 4.7%
14,722 employed people
A total of 29 sessions to date at companies, educational institutions and other organizations
Daiko wins the “Silver Award” in the Corporate and Industry Association Division at the 12th JACE Event Awards! “FUNclusion Week,” which redefined DE&I through fun, earns high praise.
“StoryHub Ensemble 2026,” a major conference exploring storytelling in the AI era, set for November 5
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More than 95% of attendees said they were satisfied in the participant survey, and the event provided a forum for discussing editing and media in the AI era across industries and professions.
In 2026, as AI becomes part of everyday life, this conference will bring together leading figures from different fields—including media, SEO, corporate communications and AI—to take an in-depth look at the future of corporate storytelling.
[July 24] Beijing Olympics silver medalist Nobuharu Asahara to speak! Special discussion in Osaka on leadership in the era of health-focused management, themed around “Health, Teams and Passing the Baton to the Next Generation” (free admission)
60% of customer service staff have experienced customer harassment—with many feeling they have no choice but to put up with it: current state of customer service [VALTEC survey]
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61.4% of customer service workers have experienced customer harassment on the job
82.4% of those who experienced harassment said they wished they had been able to document it
Among those who have experienced harassment, 80.5% expect that “AI cameras will increase their sense of security.”
Cumulative adoption has exceeded 33,000 companies.
ホテルブエナビスタ to hold a collaboration fair with local businesses marking Nagano Prefecture’s 150th anniversary, alongside commemorative accommodation plans and products
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150th anniversary of Nagano Prefecture’s founding
富成伍郎商店 collaboration fair: July 1, 2026 (Wed.)–July 31 (Fri.)
ナガノトマト collaboration fair: August 1, 2026 (Sat.)–August 31 (Mon.)
Check Point Research warns of cybercrime targeting Amazon Prime Day: sharp rise in domains impersonating Amazon, with fake store pages and phishing on the rise
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Amazon Prime Day 2026 will be held in more than 25 countries
Original「金融サービス」業界では1組織当たり週平均1,939件の攻撃が記録
A total of 6,843 new domains using “Amazon” as a keyword were registered worldwide
Original2026年4月にピークを迎え、1カ月間で1,446件の登録が確認
Companies mentioned:チェック・ポイント・ソフトウェア・テクノロジーズ、Amazon、Check Point Research
Mystery-solving adventure UNDERGROUNDED set for release on Steam on July 3! Embark on an adventure through American history and culture. Soundtrack to launch at the same time
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We are pleased to announce that it will be released on Steam on July 3, 2026
Create custom luggage tags starting with just 1. ME-Q(メーク) launches a full-color printing service featuring premium PU leather, ideal for travel, fan activities and promotional giveaways
【Aichi Prefecture, Toyota】Sanage Onsen Kin Sen no Yu: “Enjoy summer amid the abundant nature of a national park.” Just a 15-minute drive from ジブリパーク! The “Customer Appreciation Festival” will also be held in July! Relax your body and mind in the rare natural radon spring water that can be drunk.
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Event period: July 1–7
Members (junior high school students and older): 1,080 yen (tax included)
General admission (junior high school students and older): 1,380 yen (tax included)
Children (ages 3 through elementary school): 180 yen (tax included)
Limited menu item “Iwaburo Gozen ~Tomoe~” available (1,780 yen)
The new membership registration fee, normally 200 yen, is also waived
Rare natural radon spring water that can be drunk, rising from 1,200m underground
Among bonus recipients, 72.5% “carefully check prices when shopping.” The top reason for increasing savings was “preparing for rising prices,” at 76.9%
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A total of 74.5% of people will receive a summer bonus this year
A total of 26.2% plan to “increase” the share of their bonus they save
“No change”: 58.4%
“I’ve become much more careful about checking prices”: 35.6%
“I’ve become somewhat more careful about checking prices”: 36.9%
“I buy what I need regardless of the price”: 17.4%