【First collaboration between ブランジェ浅野屋 and Yawataya Isogoro】A new kind of spice to sprinkle on apple pies and bread: Yawataya Isogoro × Asanoya Original Blend Spice now on sale
【& Yogurt】A simultaneous event at the Omotesando flagship store and Yokohama store to show our appreciation! Win premium original goods, discount menu vouchers and more! A limited-quantity 1st anniversary capsule lottery campaign starts Wednesday, July 1!
【PagerDuty survey】66% use AI in violation of company policies. Information management risks come to light, alongside signs of talent mobility as workers seek better AI environments
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66% continue using AI despite recognizing that it is not permitted under company policy
In Japan, 50% of employees enter work emails into public AI tools
72% say, 'I understand how to use AI at work better than my company's AI management team'」
Survey respondents: Office professionals working at companies with annual revenue of at least $500 million (excluding IT and technology departments)
【特例認定NPO法人321プロジェクト】New leadership takes office — current university student Masaki Kawamura appointed as chair, promoting social education and lifelong learning
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Established: January 2022 (founded in December 2020)
Transitioning to a new organizational structure from fiscal 2026
Brands gaining attention on social media make their debut at the Panasonic Beauty Omotesando B2 makeup room. Try cosmetics and hair irons from RRRing, Wonjungyo and other brands for free
【Global travel app スカイスキャナー】New features launch to help users find the ideal destination through conversations with AI, track flights in real time and enjoy greater savings this summer
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Provides optimal travel plans using around 1,200 websites from airlines, travel agencies, hotels, and others worldwide
スカイスキャナー helps more than 160 million travelers worldwide search and compare airfares, accommodations and rental cars every month.
60% of travelers clicked to view flight options generated through searches with Explore with AI.
Original旅行者は1日あたり最大822%多くの情報を確認できるようになりました。
Expanded the number of options from 3.5 million to more than 5 million.
“Station Trip in ロマンスカーミュージアム” confirmed for this year! Go behind the scenes in the driver’s seats of retired historic trains. Aim to become a “ロマンスカーミュージアム Master” in a 4-part annual series!
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The event was well received, with an average satisfaction rating of 9.8 out of 10
Participation fee: ¥13,000 (tax included)
Participation fee: ¥48,000 for all 4 sessions (¥4,000 less than signing up for individual sessions)
28 years of pursuing “the unprecedented.” The history of “coolness that fits the heart and body,” carried forward by successive merchandisers at BODY WILD, a pioneer in Japanese boxer briefs
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A story of “the will to take on challenges,” carried forward over 28 years
A series of releases commemorating the 130th anniversary of the company’s founding in August 2026
“AIRZ,” a smash hit that has sold more than 2.8 million units since its launch
85.3% say they intend to use children’s cafeterias, but the number of households not using them has risen for 2 consecutive years — Kodomo Gochimeshi survey released
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Awareness of children’s cafeterias stands at 99.7%
85.3% of households said they “would like to use” a children’s cafeteria
Among general households, 76.6% are actually “not using” them
The findings revealed that 71.7% are unable to use them
Dinner (after 17:00) ranked first among preferred times to use the service
The number of children’s cafeterias nationwide reached a record high of 12,601
Factory management system “MENTENA” launches “GMP Lite” to support GMP compliance in pharmaceutical and food manufacturing, easing the burden of document preparation and change management
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In September 2024, GMP-based manufacturing controls became mandatory for functional foods in supplement form
Following a 2-year grace period, full implementation will begin on September 1, 2026
Deepening capital and business ties with ReeNT Co., Ltd., a research and development venture launched by 東京慈恵会医科大学, to bring regenerative medicine products for intractable diseases in the otolaryngology field into practical use
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Number of newly acquired ReeNT shares: 1,000 common shares
Total payment amount: 600 million yen
Percentage of issued shares (after this investment): 16.1%
Postcard sets and stationery inspired by the world of Snoopy arrive from Japan's ホールマーク! A lineup of eye-catching neon-colored cards and everyday stationery
【Fully booked】The “Public-Private Partnership Forum in Kanagawa,” to be held on July 14, has reached capacity. Registration for new participants is closed
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Registration was open with a capacity of 80 people on a first-come, first-served basis
【Held on 9/11】The 金融庁 will deliver a special lecture at a special forum themed “Win! Security / Risk Management That Keeps Winning”
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Event date and time: Friday, September 11, 2026, 10:00–18:00
Capital: 30,000,000 yen
Has a track record of supporting approximately 2,300 organizations, including private companies, government agencies, local public bodies and national university corporations
【For business leaders】“Profit Structure Diagnostic Sheet” available free starting June 29, 2026! A new management diagnostic tool that visualizes profit margins, gross profit, fixed costs, product design and revenue structure
【Lee】Archive reissues from THE ARCHIVES: “91-J 1947 Model” and “11-W 1949 Model,” the “ultimate workwear,” go on sale Friday, July 10 | Online reservations open today
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・Price: 52,800 yen (tax included)
・Price: 33,000 yen including tax
H.D.リー Mercantile Company, founded in 1889 by Henry Davitt Lee as a wholesaler of food and household goods.
In 1911, the company began manufacturing its own workwear, starting with 8oz denim bib overalls.
Introduced in 1921, the “91-J” was developed as a jacket to be worn with overalls and is one of Lee’s signature workwear designs.
The fabric is “JELT DENIM,” developed by Lee in 1925.
The 1947 model being reissued this time faithfully reproduces details that can be considered its perfected form.
The 1949 model being reissued this time faithfully reproduces the design philosophy of workwear built around practicality.
GARDEN HOUSE SHINJUKU revamps its popular taco beer garden from last year! The “2026 Mexican BEER GARDEN,” featuring all-you-can-eat tacos in 6 varieties, is coming
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6 varieties of tacos
6,000 yen (tax included)
7,900 yen (tax included)
100 yen off
Companies mentioned：株式会社 GREENING、GARDEN HOUSE SHINJUKU、TableCheck
Pole To Win to exhibit at “CS/CX Support Expo 2026 Summer Tokyo,” showcasing “Doctor CS,” a service that optimizes customer support in the AI era, and BPaaS support for e-commerce operations
The nationwide average monthly salary for full-time employees was “295,525 yen,” up 2.61% from the same month last year [June 2026 Report on Average Salaries and Job Openings for Full-Time Employees]
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Up 2.61% from the same month last year
Nationwide full-time job openings: 331,622
Public servants/organization employees (increase: +10,735 yen
Increase rate: +4.29%
Medical/Pharmaceutical/Welfare (increase: +3,178 yen
Increase rate: +1.13%
Manufacturing/Factory/Chemicals/Food (increase: +1,664 yen
The nationwide average hourly wage for part-time and temporary workers was “1,253 yen,” up 4.50% from the same month last year [June 2026 Report on Average Hourly Wages and Job Openings for Part-Time and Temporary Workers]
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Up 4.50% from the same month last year
Nationwide part-time and temporary job openings: 513,291
The nationwide average hourly wage for dispatched workers was “1,614 yen,” up 2.74% from the same month last year [June 2026 Report on Average Hourly Wages and Job Openings for Dispatched Workers]
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Up 2.74% from the same month last year
Nationwide job openings for dispatched workers: 261,753
The Hiroshima edition of the regional medical information magazine “頼れるドクター For Area 広島版” features an interview with the Hiroshima governor and a report on the activities of 広島県医師会
【Okinawa Churashima Foundation】Study sheds light on health fluctuations in endangered false killer whales off Hawaii; joint research by the Okinawa Churashima Foundation and others published in an international academic journal
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The wild population under study has been confirmed to number fewer than 140 individuals
Companies mentioned：一般財団法人 沖縄美ら島財団、Pacific Whale Foundation、ハワイ大学マノア校ハワイ海洋生物研究所・海洋哺乳類研究プログラム（MMRP）、Endangered Species Research
Reasons for social media fatigue include “critical posts” (57.8%) and “rejection of things they like” (55.4%); demand grows for spaces where people can enjoy what they like without worry
【July 9 (Thu.), 14:00】Career Index to speak! An in-depth look at “Lacotto,” one of Japan’s largest part-time job information services: what makes the ideal part-time and temporary job listing service “Lacotto” stand out, and how feed integration drives results
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Partners with about 30 major part-time and temporary job sites in Japan
Cosmetics industry first*: Interactive AI avatar feature implemented on online site. Aiming for the “ultimate 1 to 1,” using digital technology to get closer to the timeless, ever-relevant “essence of communication”
“銀座ダイヤモンドシライシ” to hold summer wedding fair! Choose from special offers when purchasing engagement or wedding rings, including a “proposal ring” to help make surprise proposals happen
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Operates 68 stores nationwide
More than 700 ring designs
More than 18,000 diamonds available at all times
31st birthday
Capital: 100 million yen
Securities code: 7638
Companies mentioned：銀座ダイヤモンドシライシ、株式会社NEW ART、箸蔵まつかん、NEW ART HOLDINGS
[Survey on retention among temporary care workers] Temporary staff hired through referrals from existing staff tend to stay longer — Analysis of employment data for approximately 1万 people finds the 90-day continued employment rate is 16.8 points higher
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10,247 temporary staff
Average length of continued employment is approximately 38% (38.2%) longer than for workers hired through general applications
[Addressing social issues through joint development with the Keio Dentetsu Bus Group] Relief for the “lower back” during long hours of driving. Support gear developed for drivers goes on presale at Makuake!