[Regional Economic Analysis] A Taiwanese high-tech hub with 3 core functions—manufacturing, logistics and ESG. Insights report on the Central Taiwan Science Park (CTSP), where advanced semiconductors and precision machinery converge, released
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TSMC invested more than 3.5 billion Taiwan dollars to launch the Taichung Zero-Waste Center (零廢中心) at the Central Taiwan Science Park.
The Summer Festival 2026, an event for all generations, will be held on Sunday, Aug. 16, 2026, at THE SURF OCEAN TERRACE in Inage Seaside Park, Chiba City.
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Operates 26 locations nationwide
Participation fee: 1,000 yen (tax included) / booklet of 10 tickets
Original参加費：1個／500円（税込）
Original入場料：500円（税込）／ワンドリンク付き
Participation fee: 3,000 yen (tax included) / 5 edited photos delivered later; 5 additional photos for 500 yen (tax included)
Companies mentioned：株式会社ディアーズ・ブレイン、株式会社ディアーズ・ブレインホールディングス、株式会社プラネットワーク、株式会社ワンダーステージ、株式会社ディアーズ・ブレイン沖縄、Dears BRAIN HAWAII Inc.、DEARS BRAIN VIET NAM JOINT STOCK COMPANY、DEARS BRAIN DANANG CO., LTD.、DEARS BRAIN HAI PHONG COMPANY LIMITED、株式会社キャリッジリターン、株式会社キャリッジブレイン琉球、株式会社アールディ・フィールズ沖縄、Dears CAPITAL有限責任事業組合
売れるネット広告社グループ（9235） to rapidly scale up 国際漢方研究所’s OEM and contract manufacturing business across the group! — Building the ultimate D2C and OEM powerhouse model that supports products not only in being made, but also in selling
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Small-lot manufacturing available for orders starting at approximately 1,500 units
NEXCO中日本 launches “SokuTabi: Welcome to Kaga no Kuni Drive Plan,” a drive plan with regional gift certificates covering 6 municipalities in southern Kaga, Ishikawa Prefecture
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Regional gift certificates worth 3,000 yen
Standard passenger car package price: 8,400 yen
Light motor vehicle and other package price: 7,000 yen
Standard passenger car package price: 8,800 yen
Light motor vehicle and other package price: 7,300 yen
At a lecture by 100km world champion Miyazato Yasukazu, the MARINE CORE insole—which helps improve body alignment and walking balance—was introduced, along with a measurement experience
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The company has been making women’s shoes for approximately 60 years since its founding
Approximately 40 people took part on the day
Side-to-side sway while walking fell by an average of 33.5%
Nintendo Switch 2 / Nintendo Switch game [Culdcept Begins]: Special feature “Creator’s Voice,” in which the developers discuss their aspirations and behind-the-scenes stories, now available on the official website
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The series has surpassed 1 million copies shipped in total (including digital editions).
Nintendo Switch standard edition (physical/digital): ¥6,380 (tax included)
Nintendo Switch special edition (physical only): ¥12,980 (tax included)
Nintendo Switch 2 Edition standard edition (physical/digital): ¥7,480 (tax included)
Nintendo Switch 2 Edition special edition (physical only): ¥14,080 (tax included)
Disaster preparedness measures set for major changes in 2026, including the launch of the “Disaster Management Agency” and revamped disaster weather information; preparations for emergencies come together at “Initial Disaster Preparedness Expo 2026”
10°C cooler even on extremely hot days! The long-awaited new “Wide Brim Cap” from the “Ultra Light Hat” series, which delivers results on hot days, goes on sale July 8!
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Keeps the temperature inside the hat 10°C cooler
“Extremely hot day” defined as a day with a maximum temperature of 40°C or higher
[S.T. Corporation] New limited-quantity “Shoshuriki Premium Aroma” scent evokes the end of summer and beginning of autumn, with the soothing “Chardonnay Sunset” fragrance
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The expected in-store price is around ¥426, including tax, for both the “Entryway/Living Room” and “Toilet” versions.
“Shoshuriki Premium Aroma〈Chardonnay Sunset〉” limited-quantity series: 260,000 units in total
Free demo event in Shimbashi on July 29 (Wed.) lets attendees see cleaning robots in action and discuss business opportunities. PUDU cleaning robots help reduce staffing needs and standardize quality.
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More than 1,950 seminars and events held nationwide
More than 21,000 people have participated in total
More than 70,000 units deployed across more than 70 countries worldwide
A track record of transactions with more than 45,000 companies and government agencies in Japan
[BEB5沖縄瀬良垣 × Runtrip] Collaboration with the running app Runtrip launches! Gelato and breakfast tickets are now available as rewards redeemable with miles earned on the app.
“Hyaluronic Acid Magician” 紀田基邦 to appear on TBS’s “THE シン世界サミット”! A close-up look at the prominent cosmetic surgeon with approximately 300,000 total social media followers*!
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26 people transformed their faces and turned their lives around with cosmetic medicine and makeup
【First-ever 3-way collaboration】湘北短期大学大学, a commercial facility and a local soccer team bring summer to life in the community with “湘北夏祭り with 厚木はやぶさFC” on July 18 (Sat) at 本厚木ミロード
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Date and time: July 18 (Sat), 10:30–15:30
Admission: 10 yen per game or workshop; stage events are free to watch
The employment rate has been at least 96% for 12 consecutive years, reaching 99.3% among graduates in March 2026.
【Japan’s Qualifications and Certifications AWARDS 2026】FP qualification takes first place in the “Best Qualification/Certification Chosen by Users” category!
Digital premiere of “EPiC / エピック エルヴィス・プレスリー・イン・コンサート” (purchase and rental) begins July 8. Enjoy the live experience at home!
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July 31, 1969
Original約7年半
More than 1 million in total
In 1970
In 1972
Footage from 6 different stages
More than 2 years
Ultra-high resolution in 4K
1950s
8mm archival footage
Produced in 2025
97 minutes
May 15, 2026
Companies mentioned：エルヴィス・プレスリー、バズ・ラーマン、MGM、ザ・ビートルズ、サイモン＆ガーファンクル、レイ・チャールズ、ダスティ・スプリングフィールド、ボブ・ディラン、スリー・ドッグ・ナイト、ブレンダ・リー、エドウィン・ホーキンス、ライチャス・ブラザーズ、ピーター・ジャクソン、BLACKPINK、ロゼ、ブルーノ・マーズ、リル・ナズ・X、ロイヤル・オーティス、サム・スミス、オマー・フェディ、NBCUniversal Media LLC、Universal Pictures Home Entertainment
【Stronger mandatory heatstroke-prevention measures】Go beyond “cooling down and calling it a day.” The “Initial Response First-Aid Package,” which uses a 15-minute urine test to prevent “hidden deterioration,” is now available! Meeting urgent demand from businesses, local governments and educational institutions
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Original2025年5月～9月の全国における熱中症による救急搬送人員は100,510人に達し
117 people were confirmed dead immediately after being transported
The 17,229 people transported in June was a monthly record
Collect a urine sample and check for the presence of a line 15 minutes later
Suggested retail price: 50,000 yen (before tax), 55,000 yen (including tax)
Suggested retail price: 29,800 yen (before tax), 32,780 yen (including tax)
Supporting improvements to “shop-floor capabilities” in the automotive industry! A dedicated website is now open for booking lectures and training for the automotive industry
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Experience working on approximately 5,000 car repairs
【July 8 is World Allergy Day】Be aware of allergies that can be hard for adults to recognize, too — ㈱GME launches a mail-in campaign for immediate-type allergy testing
Business co-creation company Relic launches its “Generative AI Business Development Training,” offering a start-to-finish experience and mastery of a cutting-edge business development process using generative AI
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Has worked on business development and joint ventures with more than 5,000 companies
いい部屋ネット Happiest Places to Live & Most Desirable Places to Live Rankings 2026 <Aomori Prefecture Edition>
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Sendai City ranked No. 1 for 6 consecutive years
72.4% view the city where they currently live positively
Compiled from a total of 7,968 men and women aged 20 or older living in Aomori Prefecture, from 2022 to 2026 (with responses from 2021 to 2019 added for some respondents only)
いい部屋ネット Happiest Places to Live & Most Desirable Places to Live Rankings 2026 <Miyagi Prefecture Edition>
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Compiled from a total of 14,789 men and women aged 20 or older living in Miyagi Prefecture, from 2022 to 2026 (with responses from 2021 to 2019 added for some respondents only)
いい部屋ネット Happiest Places to Live & Most Desirable Places to Live Rankings 2026 <Akita Prefecture Edition>
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Akita City ranked No. 1 for the 7th consecutive year
Sendai City ranked No. 1 for the 5th consecutive year
74.3% view the city where they currently live positively
Compiled from a total of 5,817 men and women aged 20 or older living in Akita Prefecture, from 2022 to 2026 (with responses from 2021 to 2019 added for some respondents only).
いい部屋ネット Happiest Places to Live & Most Desirable Places to Live Rankings 2026 <Yamagata Prefecture Edition>
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For quality of life, Higashine City ranked 1st
Sendai City ranked No. 1 for the 6th consecutive year
73.6% view the city where they currently live positively
Compiled from a total of 6,498 men and women aged 20 or older living in Yamagata Prefecture, from 2022 to 2026 (with responses from 2021 to 2019 added for some respondents only)
A summer festival offering experiences of Okinawa’s appeal through music, art and food will be held with free admission on August 8 (Sat.) at lifestyle hotel ESTINATE HOTEL 那覇
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Operates 6 brands, with 12 boutique and lifestyle hotels and 1,200 rooms nationwide.
The 11th anniversary event “ISLAND CHAMPURU: Enmo Takenawa ～ESTINATE HOTEL 11th ANNIVERSARY～” will be held on August 8, 2026 (Sat.).
August 8, 2026 (Sat.), 14:00–21:00, 1st-floor lounge at ESTINATE HOTEL 那覇
“Andansu (oil miso) Mapo Island Tofu” ¥700 (tax included)
Companies mentioned：株式会社グローバルエージェンツ、LIVELY HOTELS、ESTINATE HOTEL 那覇、請福酒造、モガメン、はるちい、Danson、HONNNO PARK、ブルーシールアイスクリーム、hug3do、メガドンキホーテ、SOCIAL APARTMENT、andwork、Sooo LIQUID（ソーリキッド）
Providing Kureha with SmartESG, a cloud service supporting sustainability information disclosure, and Answer Ease, an AI-powered service that generates draft responses
Fujisoft’s educational metaverse FAMcampus launches its 2nd year of operations supporting school non-attendance in 埼玉県, expanding the number of participants to 4 times the previous capacity, reaching 4,000 people
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Capacity has been expanded to accommodate 4,000 participants
There are 17,038 students not attending public elementary and junior high schools in 埼玉県
In fiscal 2024, the number of elementary and junior high school students who were absent from school totaled 353,970
The number of participating municipalities also rose from 35 to 50
“Magnetism sharpens sound”: The patented DRD driver creates sound quality as if there were a “speaker space” right before you. Lightweight and high-quality sound, breaking beyond conventional limits: “MaGdget Headphones”
Official limited-edition merchandise now on sale and MC performers announced for “SOMETHINGFUN MUSIC FESTIVAL 2026,” a music festival featuring artists affiliated with サムシングファン!
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Scarf towel: 2,000 yen (tax included)
Coaster: 1,200 yen (tax included)
Sticker: 300 yen (tax included)
Performer photo card: 600 yen (tax included)
Companies mentioned：株式会社サムシングファン、Somefun Music Entertainment、White Monkey
Matsuyama City’s 大谷歯科矯正歯科 answers concerns about what to do when a school dental checkup flags an issue; holds consultations on teeth alignment and orthodontics for adults and children
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Since opening in 1974
Across 2 generations of a family, for more than 50 years
Hair Theory Lab®, a hair care brand grounded in hair science, holds its first solo pop-up at 阪急うめだ本店!
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14,960 yen (tax included) A special set available exclusively at this event, featuring the brand’s 3 signature in-bath care products, travel-size shampoo and conditioner for easy portability, and an original towel
20,460 yen (tax included) A special set of signature products for experiencing Hair Theory Lab® hair care from shampoo through styling
9,900 yen (tax included) A set combining a water treatment and hair milk to moisturize and smooth hair with travel-size shampoo and conditioner, making it easy to start repairing damage
5,500 yen (tax included)
3,300 yen (tax included)
Companies mentioned：Hair Theory Lab®、阪急うめだ本店、株式会社dr365、株式会社プレッセ
Regions across Japan pitch their appeal to digital nomads worldwide. Event for “Digital Nomad Day” on August 8 to be held in Tokyo; regions invited to take the stage
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To be held at S-Tokyo in Tokyo on Saturday, August 8, 2026
Has created more than 500 opportunities for people to connect
We are truly delighted that it has grown into a community of about 1,000 people
July second-half lineup revealed for “Piccoma Lottery,” featuring “The World Where the Beloved Villainess Disappeared,” “The Beloved Youngest Child Is New to This,” and “How to Survive as a Rarity ★1 Hero ~PICK ME UP~”!
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Price: 770 yen (tax included) and up
Companies mentioned：株式会社カカオピッコマ、Kakao Entertainment Corp.、Daoncreative、リバース
TABASCO®ブランド sponsors “FUJI ROCK FESTIVAL ‘26” for the first time! “TABASCO® BRAND SPICE CHARGE STATION,” a “spice-up station” for a flavor boost, will be set up at the venue
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July 24–26, 2026
More than 20 spots throughout the venue
7 varieties of TABASCO® sauce currently sold in Japan
Aged for 8 years
20 restaurants at the venue
TABASCO® sauce mini bottle (3.7ml)
Created in 1868 on Avery Island in Louisiana, United States
Nearly 160 years
Original1日70万本以上のボトル
Aged for up to 3 years
Companies mentioned：TABASCO®ブランド、マキルヘニー社、FUJI ROCK FESTIVAL
Steak Miya brings Sakurako Inoue back for new TV commercial. “Serious Showdown” spot, where her natural side slips out as she savors the food, premieres Wednesday, July 8
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101 locations as of July 1, 2026
2,633 stores (as of the end of March 2026)
Personal best marathon time: 3 hours, 20 minutes, 20 seconds (net time)