ドコモSMTBネット銀行 refreshes its service brand to “ドコモの銀行” and launches a benefit allowing customers to earn d POINTS anywhere they shop by using services such as “dカード”
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ドコモSMTBネット銀行 has refreshed its brand to “ドコモの銀行” and launched a d POINTS rewards benefit. The move strengthens links between the financial services of the Docomo group.
About the 2026 fiscal year survey on business conditions among small and medium-sized enterprises and small businesses in Hokkaido
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In a 2026 survey of small and medium-sized enterprises in Hokkaido, more than 40% reported worsening business conditions. Labor shortages and rising costs are intensifying, making stronger support an urgent priority.
What is the difference between 512, 2048 and 8192 pressure levels? A new column explains how to read pen display specifications correctly
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EHOMEWEI has published a column explaining the differences in pressure sensitivity levels on pen displays. It clearly explains how to read specifications to help creators make the right choice.
Event report: 株式会社アトミテック holds in-person seminar, “Rethinking BCP Across the Entire Supply Chain”
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アトミテック held its first in-person seminar on supply chain BCP in June 2026, attracting 44 participants—more than the venue's capacity. A second installment is also planned.
FEILER, a brand of traditional German chenille textiles, launches its third collaboration with elementary school students: a handkerchief co-creation project with fifth-grade students at Chiyoda Ward Fujimi Elementary School
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フェイラー has launched a handkerchief co-creation project with fifth-grade students at Chiyoda Ward Fujimi Elementary School. The children will take part in everything from choosing a theme to designing the product, which is scheduled to go on sale in 2027.
住信SBIネット銀行 strengthens in-person channels, beginning to provide guidance on account opening through bank agents
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住信SBIネット銀行 will begin providing guidance on account opening through bank agents in connection with its corporate name change in 2026, strengthening its in-person channels. It aims to expand customer contact points by integrating in-person and digital services.
Three-company collaboration develops an “IoT Concentration Monitoring System” to help stabilize quality through early detection of abnormal concentrations
The next-generation cosmetics brand Perfect Diary, a sensation on social media, opens a new store on the latest-trend e-commerce site Shoplist!
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The China-origin cosmetics brand パーフェクトダイアリー opened on Shoplist, operated by SHOPLIST, on July 1, 2026. The move aims to reach Generation Z and strengthen the beauty category.
[西武・プリンスホテルズワールドワイド] Proposes “あんきんたん,” a new way to travel amid extreme heat and rising prices; offers memorable experiences for summer and fall 2026 that deliver seasonal appeal and the joys of travel
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西武・プリンスホテルズワールドワイド is proposing “あんきんたん,” a keyword reflecting travelers’ needs amid extreme heat and rising prices, and will offer memorable experiences for summer and fall.
“ドコモSMTBネット銀行” set to launch; customers can earn d POINTS by using banking services!
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住信SBIネット銀行 will change its corporate name to “ドコモSMTBネット銀行” in August 2026 and launch a new service that lets customers earn d POINTS through banking transactions by linking their d accounts. The move aims to improve convenience and strengthen the partnership.
住信SBIネット銀行 will refresh its brand to “ドコモの銀行” in August 2026. By strengthening ties with the ドコモグループ, it aims to provide financial services closely connected to everyday life and improve customer convenience.
Mie Prefecture’s Iga City to hold kickoff event for local startup support program SHINOBI-Z IGA
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Iga City, Mie Prefecture, will hold a kickoff event for its new startup support program, “SHINOBI-Z IGA.” The initiative is expected to revitalize the region by supporting businesses that make use of local resources.
A new horror attraction, “Biohazard Requiem: The Dive,” is coming in a collaboration with ユニバーサル・スタジオ・ジャパン to mark Biohazard’s 30th anniversary. A series of events, publications and exhibitions for fans is also on the way.
[Shizuoka and Kanagawa prefectures] Self-service beauty salon “REMODE” introduces the popular “pore cleansing (pore suction)” treatment starting July 1. To mark its launch, the salon is offering a first-session-free campaign; the regular price is ¥5,500 (tax included).
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Self-service beauty salon “REMODE” is introducing a pore-cleansing treatment starting July 1, 2026, and holding a first-session-free campaign. The service will be available at 2 locations in Shizuoka and Kanagawa.
“Decide whether to adopt it after verifying its effectiveness.” AI chatbot “コルット(Corutto)” officially launches; applications open for a limited number of 5 companies to participate in an adoption-monitor program.
503 people visit the opening fair for Nuts RV’s first Tohoku location, “Nuts Sendai,” over 3 days! An encore fair will also be held starting tomorrow, July 10 (Friday)!
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Nuts RV opened “Nuts Sendai,” its first authorized dealership in Tohoku, and welcomed 503 visitors to its opening fair. It will continue to hold encore fairs and strengthen its community-based camper van support.
“Cat Cat Travel Agency: The Pink Town Revitalization Project!” arrives on iOS and Android! Full-voice adventure game starring VTuber 美月もも goes on sale July 9, 2026!
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CyberStep will release the full-voice adventure game “Cat Cat Travel Agency: The Pink Town Revitalization Project!,” starring VTuber 美月もも, on iOS and Android on July 9, 2026. It is attracting attention as a new form of content combining VTubers and games.
Achieving the highest profits since its founding and investing in its people: IMOM Co., Ltd. implements base pay increases for the 3rd consecutive fiscal period.
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IMOM Co., Ltd. achieved its highest profits since its founding and implemented role-based base pay increases for all full-time employees for the 3rd consecutive fiscal period. The company is strengthening its management policy of returning profits through “investment in people.”
The Tokyu Foundation Cocoon Actors Studio, a training school for theater professionals, opens applications on August 1.
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The Tokyu Foundation will begin accepting applications for students for the Cocoon Actors Studio from fiscal 2027 to train the next generation of actors. Instructors at the forefront of the theater world will provide guidance, contributing to cultural development.
“teamLab Bio Vortex Kyoto - 大成建設” surpasses 1 million visitors 9 months after opening. Visitors have come from more than 150 countries and regions around the world.
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“teamLab Bio Vortex Kyoto - 大成建設” reached 1 million visitors within 9 months of opening. Visitors came from more than 150 countries and regions around the world, demonstrating its status as an internationally acclaimed destination for art tourism.
Jujutsu Kaisen × Yokohama City collaboration coming soon! Explore Yokohama during summer vacation! Limited-edition stickers and photo spots will also be available!
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To mark the 5th anniversary of the anime “Jujutsu Kaisen,” Yokohama City, Toho and other partners will hold a large-scale collaboration event in August 2026. A variety of attractions will be offered, including limited-edition stickers, photo spots and a collaboration café.
Shochiku Broadcasting Co., Ltd. to officially launch “Puyo Puyo Trainer,” a brain-training esports program for nursing care facilities, on October 1, 2026; information sessions and advance reservations also begin.
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Shochiku Broadcasting will officially release “Puyo Puyo Trainer,” a brain-training esports program for care facilities, in October 2026. Using SEGA’s “Puyo Puyo,” it will support the maintenance of cognitive function among older adults.
Rokid announces full-scale expansion of its AI glasses in Japan.
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Rokid will make a full-scale entry into the Japanese market in July 2026. It announced nationwide sales, an experience tour and a developer platform, with the aim of evolving AI glasses into an AI platform for everyday use.
Companies mentioned：ビックカメラ、ヨドバシカメラ、エディオン、Amazon、楽天市場、FLUX Inc.、Arvione AI
Tachikawa, a player with esports team “Crazy Raccoon,” to compete in “BAM 16,” one of Australia’s premier international fighting game tournaments!
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Professional gamer Tachikawa will compete in the international esports tournament “BAM 16,” held in Australia. Brandcloud Inc. is supporting the player as a sponsor.
Announcement of STREAM FEST.2026, one of Japan’s largest events for elementary and junior high school students, to be held at EDION PEACE WING HIROSHIMA.
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STREAM FEST.2026 in EDION PEACE WING HIROSHIMA, an experiential event for elementary and junior high school students, will be held on July 26, 2026 (Sunday).
ScentifAI begins a joint PoC in the next-generation AI field of “digital olfaction AI” with 世界的テクノロジー大手企業.
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High-resolution odor image data for various odor substances measured using an ultra-compact CMOS odor-visualization sensor [57000 elements/1 mm square/25 types of odor-receptor membrane].
Toward a sustainable future starting with beauty. Experiential program “Beaufa-LAB,” which turns cosmetic waste into a personal concern, to be held at GEOC for the first time!
Evaluation AI is now facing the Lv3 wall. The “eval000” meta-evaluation AI business launches “eval000 Essential,” an automated evaluation outsourcing service.
[Kintetsu Railway × familiar] 4th collaboration! 5 lunch items featuring Kintetsu sightseeing express trains “Shimakaze,” “Blue Symphony” and “Aoniyoshi,” along with Fami-chan and friends in uniforms, go on sale July 16. Available at station shops, aboard the limited express trains and online.
More than 65% of restaurant owners who use AI or robots in their operations as labor-saving investments said that reallocating human resources had “improved their company’s operating profit margin”!
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More than 15% of restaurant owners “use” or “are considering using” AI or robots in their own establishments as labor-saving investments.
More than 65% of restaurant owners using AI or robots in their operations as labor-saving investments said that after making the investments and reallocating human resources, their companies’ operating profit margins improved.
Among restaurant owners using or considering using AI or robots as labor-saving investments, more than 60% believe that even restaurants that do not make labor-saving investments, such as introducing AI or robots, will be able to maintain their current position or grow in the future.
More than 25% believe that such restaurants will decline or be eliminated in the future.
Enta Care Institute’s “Puyo Puyo Trainer,” a brain-training esports program for nursing and welfare facilities, set for official launch on October 1, 2026; information sessions and advance reservations also begin.
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Price (for up to 100 end users): ¥3,000 per month (excluding tax); ¥30,000 per year (excluding tax).
Eight online information sessions will be held in July 2026 for nursing and welfare facilities, medical professionals, local governments, and pharmacy professionals nationwide.
Business owner in his 30s Daiki Yoshimoto receives the Medal with Dark Blue Ribbon, a national honor, and donates ¥5 million in personal funds to Naruto University of Education.
From July 10 (Friday) to August 31 (Monday), 2026.
Shaved ice supervised by 秀月堂, mango: ¥1,500 for dine-in / ¥1,300 for takeout.
Shaved ice supervised by 秀月堂, banana: ¥1,500 for dine-in.
Whey shaved ice with mango and passion fruit: ¥1,320.
Uji ice 1.
Companies mentioned：東京ミッドタウン日比谷、三井不動産株式会社、一般社団法人日比谷エリアマネジメント、秀月堂、LEXUS MEETS、GOOD CHEESE GOOD PIZZA、STAR BAR、HIBIYA CENTRAL MARKET、Patisserie & Cafe DEL'IMMO、天ぷら 天寅、DRAWING HOUSE OF HIBIYA、Mr.FARMER、Beurre Verite、DIYA、morceau、LUBINA、串揚げ 新宿立吉、三分亭、三ぶん、株式会社アイスクリーム・ラバー、菊地ファーム、ニューヨーク堂、日本アイスマニア協会
“博多華味鳥” showcases a new appeal of mizutaki — in addition to live sales of the much-talked-about “mizutaki grilled xiaolongbao,” the new “Hakata chicken broth champon” will be available for advance limited sale at Hakata Ekinaka MING from July 16 (Thursday).
[Limited time] Make the most of Kyoto’s Kurama area for less with my route♪ A discount campaign offering up to ¥500 off the “Eizan Railway and Hot Springs Ticket” starts July 10!
Talk event to be held for the “Japan National Soccer Team Mental No. 1 Player Championship,” judged by former Japan national soccer team player Koji Morisaki
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Regular price: ¥11,000 → ¥3,500 (special price for survey respondents)
笑顔道鍼灸接骨院グループ sponsors “DREAM FESTA 2026,” a completely free soccer training event led by レアル・マドリード legend グティ氏, and also provides support with medical staff
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Companies mentioned：株式会社爽健グローバル、笑顔道鍼灸接骨院グループ、レアル・マドリード、グティ氏、岡部将和、SMBC Field Honda、SORA FIELD、たけびしスタジアム京都、雁の巣レクリエーションセンター、ドリームデザイナー、東京オリンピック2020、パリオリンピック2024、J.LEAGUE、横浜FC、なでしこリーグ、ニッパツ横浜FCシーガルズ、熊谷紗希選手、ロンドン・シティ・ライオネス、なでしこJAPAN、JFL、アトレチコ鈴鹿クラブ、Y.S.C.C横浜、ONODERA FC、ONODERA FC BLOOM、NPB、埼西西武ライオンズ、牧田和久選手、MLB、サンディエゴ・パドレス、山口俊選手、トロント・ブルージェイズ、九州ハニーズ、SUPER GT500、NISMO、NISMO NDDP、SUPER GT300、ADVICS マッハ号、SUPER耐久、GTNET MOTOR SPORT、KCMG、GAINER、WAIMARAMA Racing、松下信治選手、視覚障碍者柔道女子日本代表、講道館ハワイ柔道教室、スポーツひのまるキッズ、ルーマニア代表チーム、柔道マガジン杯、Winter Challenge Tournament、B.LEAGUE、福島ファイヤーボンズ、横浜エクセレンス、D.LEAGUE、avex ROYALBRATS、KADOKAWA DREAMS、KOSE 8ROCKS、CyberAgent Legit、SEGA SAMMY LUX、CHANGE RAPTURES、FULLCAST RAISERZ、Benefit one MONOLIZ、Medical Concierge I’moon、LIFULL ALT-RHYTHM、dip BATTLES、Valuence INFINITIES、DYM MESSENGERS、List::X、LDH SCREAM、M&A SOUKEN QUANTS、DANCE FORCE、BLUE FOR
A ¥5 million succession support grant for the challenge of “truly taking over” a business. Tranbi opens applications for challengers in its business succession program “Keigyo QUEST”
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Business succession support grants totaling ¥5 million
株式会社アシスト begins recruiting sales agencies in the Saga area for a local search optimization service covering AIO, GEO, LLMO and MEO. The service optimizes generative AI responses and uses cutting-edge technology to connect brick-and-mortar businesses with users.
About 80% plan to enjoy this year’s Day of the Ox at home! “Under ¥2,000” was the most popular ideal budget. Ideas for satisfying meals with smaller portions, plus kabayaki recipes using ingredients other than eel
Original【東北学院×共立メンテナンス】業務提携を締結！国際交流寮「TG Global House」で多文化共生の学びの場を創出
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Capacity/rooms: 120 rooms (80 for general students, 40 for international students)
The university’s “¥20,000 monthly rent subsidy”
Since its founding in 1979, our company has operated more than 350 student residences nationwide
We have housed more than 3,400 international students
We now offer a wide range of options, including international exchange residences and themed residences, with approximately 500 or more locations nationwide
More than 80% of budget SIM unlimited-calling plan users say it is “worth it,” while some feel they “don’t get their money’s worth” [Survey of 255 people]
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85.94% said they felt it was a good deal
Among budget SIM users, 25.1% use an unlimited-calling option
Valid responses: 255 people
25% say, “I don’t make many calls and feel I’m not getting my money’s worth”
65.63% say, “I can make calls without worrying about call charges”
ザ・サウザンド京都 wins the 2026 I Prefer Members’ Choice Awards, the only hotel in Japan to receive the award honoring independent hotels chosen by travelers around the world
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20 independent hotels and resorts are honored each year
More than 700 participating hotels and resorts worldwide
More than 6 million travelers worldwide are members
First look at the cover of “Hayabusa Fire Brigade: The Road Into the Forest,” written by Jun Ikeido (on sale August 5, published by Shueisha)! A range of commemorative events will also be held, including a signing event, T-shirt donations for the Gifu Nagaragawa Fireworks Festival, and a Kindle Unlimited campaign.
“Puyo Puyo Trainer,” a brain-training esports program for nursing care and welfare facilities, set for official launch on October 1, 2026; information sessions and advance reservations begin
【Loft】Hapidanbui comes to Chinatown! “Hapidanbui × 古川紙工 Chinatown”
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Loft will launch the “Chinatown Series,” collaboration stationery by Sanrio’s Hapidanbui and 古川紙工, nationwide on July 11, 2026. The collection features 48 limited-edition products and is attracting attention in the B2C market.
transcosmos makes a donation to Sapporo using the corporate hometown tax program and receives the Medal with Dark Blue Ribbon and a certificate of appreciation
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transcosmos donated to Sapporo through the corporate hometown tax program and received the Medal with Dark Blue Ribbon and a certificate of appreciation. The donation will support the development of digital transformation skills among people with disabilities, with the aim of contributing to society and supporting employees’ livelihoods.
Winners of the 74th Asahi Advertising Awards announced; 4 grand prix winners selected
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The winning entries for the 74th Asahi Advertising Awards have been announced, with grand prix winners selected in 4 categories. Outstanding advertising work by young creators and companies was recognized. The event is attracting attention as an important contributor to the development of advertising culture.
How can career autonomy be supported amid revisions to personnel systems? Lessons from Sekisui House’s career counseling【Held July 23】
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Pasona will hold a free webinar on July 23, 2026, introducing Sekisui House’s career counseling case study following revisions to its personnel system. The webinar will share practical approaches to supporting employees’ career autonomy during periods of change.
Qiita, one of Japan’s largest engineer communities, sponsors AI DevEx Conference 2026 and exhibits a booth and hosts a session
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Qiita Inc. is sponsoring AI DevEx Conference 2026, where it will exhibit a booth and give a presentation. Lead engineer Tomoya Chiba will present a case study on organizational transformation in the AI era and share practical approaches to improving development productivity.
【Existing homes】About 83% complete the move-in process within 3 months of signing the contract. About 83% also say the timing of their move-in was “almost exactly as they had hoped”
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A survey by NEXER Group and すまカナ found that about 83% of existing homes are available for occupancy within 3 months of signing a contract, and 83% of respondents said the timing of their move-in was almost exactly what they had hoped for. This is attracting attention as an advantage of existing homes.
About 46% of people who have used fortune-telling said they had experienced feeling relieved or becoming more positive. The share of those who want to continue using it reached about 51%!
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31.6% said they had used fortune-telling.
54.2% said they most often use fortune-telling when something catches their attention for no particular reason.
46.2% said using fortune-telling had made them feel relieved or more positive.
51.2% said they want to continue using fortune-telling.
Emi Suzuki to appear as a studio guest in Episodes 4 and 5 of ABEMA's CELEB SECRET! Emi Suzuki said, “This program tells the stories of each person's life. I'm sure many people will relate to parts of it and find courage.”
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Model and creator Emi Suzuki will appear as a studio guest in Episodes 4 and 5 of ABEMA's new documentary CELEB SECRET. She expressed empathy for the program's deeply human stories.