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Cainz’s premium dog food Smilia series has surpassed cumulative sales of 200,000 bags. In appreciation, the company is running a points campaign exclusively for app members.
MTG will launch the “ReFa STRAIGHT IRON CS” on August 5, 2026, a compact hair straightener designed to deliver salon-quality results. Its lightweight design and proprietary technology make it easy to use while traveling or on business trips.
Tokyo-based bean paste and butter sweets shop Okada Kinsei An Butter-ya will make its first appearance at そごう千葉 on July 14, 2026. It will sell popular items and limited-edition sweets as it seeks to expand its sales channels.
Companies mentioned：そごう千葉
SUPWAT has joined the Manufacturing DX Association as a supporting member. It aims to strengthen the competitiveness of the manufacturing industry through WALL, an AI-powered DX platform.
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人製造DX協会
The Toyohashi Minato Festival 2026 will be held at Mikawa Port on Marine Day, featuring family-friendly events including the first tour of an automobile carrier and public access to 3 vessels. The festival will showcase the appeal of Japan’s leading port for automobile imports.
Companies mentioned：㈱新来島豊橋造船、三遠ネオフェニックス
The Toyohashi Gion Festival has been designated an intangible folk cultural asset of Toyohashi City. The preservation and passing on of the traditional event were recognized, and new festival costumes will also be made for the 2026 event.
e-TRUNK surveyed self-storage prices at 11 major companies. Initial costs range from about ¥10,000 to ¥70,000, while the total for 4 months of use ranges from about ¥50,000 to ¥120,000, highlighting substantial differences. The report points to the importance of comparing costs based on the rental period.
Companies mentioned：加瀬のレンタルボックス、キュラーズ、ハローストレージ、イナバボックス、U-SPACE、キーピット、ストレージ王、ルートストレージ、スペースプラス、オレンジコンテナ、ドッとあ～るコンテナ
Goldratt Group has published Mastering Flow, an implementation guide to TOC / CCPM for addressing project delays. It presents 11 rules for optimizing the “flow” of work for business leaders and PMOs.
Companies mentioned：KADOKAWA
My Cabin proposes heatstroke prevention measures using its i-Cabin mobile insulated booth, which can be installed right next to a worksite. It starts operating immediately on household 100V power and can flexibly accommodate line changes.
Companies mentioned：テレキューブ、JRグループ
Tokyo Business Service will hold a free online seminar on August 6, 2026, for HR staff and managers involved in employing people with disabilities. It will share practical examples on responding to employee health problems and leave of absence, and on “improving the quality of employment.”
Optyino.ai analyzed 11,111 generative AI responses and found that 資生堂 was the most-mentioned beauty brand, at 32.65%. The analysis also found biases among AI models and a lack of cited sources, underscoring the importance of AIO strategies.
Companies mentioned：資生堂、キュレル、アネッサ、ニベア、ビオレ、オルビス
CAMSHOP.JP, a vehicle-themed goods brand, has opened preorders on Rakuten Ichiba for its Toyota-authorized HiAce-shaped sticky note holder. The unique stationery item is drawing attention from car enthusiasts.
Companies mentioned：トヨタ自動車、株式会社フェイス
Shinjuku City, in partnership with the Tokyo Chamber of Commerce and Industry, is holding a contest soliciting business plans that help address local issues. It will offer prizes of up to ¥500,000 and support.
Companies mentioned：東京商工会議所新宿支部
Kochi Prefecture woodworking manufacturer Nakayoshi Library has raised ¥5.34 million for a project to revitalize the former Saitaue Elementary School in Kagawa Prefecture. It aims to reopen the school as a community gathering facility and create a model for repurposing closed schools.
Companies mentioned：RNC西日本放送
NTN has launched an interview series highlighting local disaster preparedness efforts. The first installment features the resolve of the mayor of Oyodo, Nara.
The Japanese instrumental music unit 蓮－REN－ will hold a concert at Ebina City Cultural Hall on August 29, 2026. Eurica Blue is providing planning support to promote traditional culture.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ケイミックスパブリックビジネス、avex、全音楽譜出版社
Ryo Maeda, representative of Tsumugi Co., Ltd., spoke at Utsunomiya University Graduate School’s “Special Lecture on Social Implementation,” conducting a values workshop on the theme “What does it mean to work?” The session aimed to help students better understand themselves.
Five yakiniku restaurants operated by Sarix Travel are offering a lavish 450 g assorted platter for a limited time at ¥2,900. The campaign features social media promotions.
if Inc. has expanded its support for small and midsize companies, including printing businesses, to develop their own business systems through AI mentoring, and has launched individual consultations. It helps companies build systems that enable even non-engineers to improve their own operations.
Infcurion and DCP have announced a partnership to explore the practical implementation of on-chain finance using tokenized deposits. The initiative aims to build payment infrastructure for the AI era, with potential applications in cards, benefit payments and savings services.
Companies mentioned：株式会社リンク・プロセシング、株式会社ネストエッグ
Eco Works adopted Umee Technologies’ Front Agent, increasing the win rate of junior sales staff by about 1.5 times. Visualizing sales meeting data helped improve overall sales quality.
Companies mentioned：Umee Technologies、Eco Works、Cybozu、kintone、Salesforce
OriginalしまむらとバースデイがJR池袋駅に期間限定のポップアップストアを出店し、夏向け冷感アイテムを販売。2026年7月28日オープンで、B2C向けの夏のマーケティング施策。
Open Global Co., Ltd. held a career strategy course for IB students and their parents at 聖隷クリストファーグローバルスクール. The course proposed planning school life with university admissions in mind, drawing strong interest.
Companies mentioned：聖隷クリストファーグローバルスクール
Plus Alpha Consulting has added an AI interview feature to AI Talk Training, evolving it into AI Plus Talk. The service provides integrated support, from conversation training to analyzing organizational issues.
Locus Shijuku’s Sendai campus will hold a Tohoku University AO admissions information session on July 29, 2026. Current Tohoku University students will explain key points for interviews and application documents, and offer free feedback. The event aims to help prospective applicants better understand the admissions process.
株式会社MEcreate held a study session in Tokyo for more than 70 web creators and designers, presenting on driving traffic through SEO and AI search optimization. The event highlighted strong industry interest.
The 24-hour fully private rental gym “フィットネスボックス ゼロ” for personal trainers has opened in Naha. It is stepping up support for independent trainers with zero middleman cuts, challenging the industry’s low-pay structure.
Popular Vietnamese artist LyLy will visit Japan for “Xin Chao! Funabashi Vietnam Fes 2026” in Chiba Prefecture. The event aims to promote cultural exchange and revitalize the local community.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ディコミュニケーションズ、T-connect株式会社
アーマセル is strengthening industry collaboration across Asia-Pacific to advance fire safety, energy efficiency and sustainability. The ArmaLive Experience Center is at the heart of the initiative.
ソアー22 and 瀧定名古屋 have partnered to bring their “patented pocket” to market. The partnership will accelerate adoption in the apparel industry and promote the practical application of intellectual property.
Companies mentioned：瀧定名古屋株式会社、デザインラボ株式会社
“天狗山センターハウス” opened in Kusatsu Onsen on April 29, 2026. Family-friendly experiential tourism linked to a music festival has begun, raising hopes for local revitalization.
Companies mentioned：株式会社草津観光公社
Seoul-based Korean fragrance brand “pesade” will make its first appearance at “香水夏市,” held at 伊勢丹新宿店 in July 2026. Its sophisticated genderless fragrances are drawing attention.
Companies mentioned：伊勢丹新宿店
日本1EdTech協会 will hold “Learning Impact Japan 2026,” an event promoting international education technology standards, in July 2026. Education, government and businesses will collaborate around themes including AI and digital ecosystems.
Companies mentioned：株式会社内田洋行、学校法人OCC、サイバー大学、デジタルラーニング・コンソーシアム、大学ICT推進協議会、日本マイクロクレデンシャル機構
ゼリ・ジャパン will hold a scientist-led briefing on the climate crisis on September 30, 2026. The initiative aims to raise awareness of the crisis among policymakers and society at large, and is drawing attention as Japan’s first effort of its kind.
Companies mentioned：ゼリ・ジャパン、日本学術会議、国会議員連盟「超党派カーボンニュートラルを実現する会」、一般社団法人日本気候リーダーズ・パートナーシップ（JCLP）
チタニストラボラトリーズ will begin sponsoring professional ultrarunner Tomomi Bito in June 2026. The company will use athlete feedback in product development and expand brand value.
RATIO Lab. and CAPIN have launched a charity collaboration, donating 10% of Kawaii REC profits to animal protection activities. The groundbreaking initiative connects creators with social contribution.
アスレバ is offering a sales webinar for registered support organizations free of charge. President Matsuo will share a listening technique for breaking through the “we handle it in-house” barrier, helping address sales challenges.
Companies mentioned：野村證券株式会社
スマートボックス’s multilingual interpretation service has been rolled out citywide at nursery schools, kindergartens, elementary schools and junior high schools in Osaka. It supports smooth communication with foreign parents, easing the burden on educators and advancing digital transformation.
日置電機 will hold a technology seminar on July 30, 2026, on integrating fragmented measurement data in automotive development. The seminar will propose a consistent measurement and analysis environment for engineers, helping improve efficiency across the industry.
The management community “LMU,” operated by SOLEIL Libertad, has surpassed 250 member companies just 3 months after its launch. It supports business leaders facing isolation through practical assistance.
NEWh has announced “CI-OS,” an OS that uses generative AI to support new-business development. It has begun recruiting large companies to participate in PoC projects, aiming to strengthen collaboration between founders and organizations.
富士フイルムホールディングス adopted BoostDraft, a document editor for legal teams, cutting contract review time by about 1/3. AI has helped improve operational efficiency.
Companies mentioned：富士フイルムホールディングス株式会社
横浜人形の家 is holding a special exhibition based on Peter Rabbit™’s “The Tale of ２ Bad Mice.” The story is recreated with dollhouses and miniature food, and workshops for parents and children are also being held.
Companies mentioned：大東文化大学ビアトリクス・ポター™資料館
特定非営利活動法人リバリューライフ is seeking storytellers for a project sharing on YouTube the stories of people who have faced hardship. The project is being carried out with support from 埼玉県 and will help address social isolation.
Whatever Co., MagicianShin and ANREALAGE have teamed up to launch “MAGIC,” streetwear that lets wearers perform magic just by putting it on. The product is attracting attention for making it easy for anyone to experience being a magician.
Companies mentioned：Whatever Co.、ANREALAGE
TAIMATSU’s tax-free shopping system “SAMURAI TAX” can now integrate with スマレジ. It supports the 2026 tax exemption system revisions and reduces the operational burden on retailers.
Companies mentioned：TAIMATSU株式会社、株式会社スマレジ
トランスファーデータ has welcomed datais into its group and integrated travel and company data. The companies are building a data platform to support sales decision-making and make results visible.
To mark the 130th anniversary of Kenji Miyazawa’s birth in 2026, “風の道しるべ 宮沢賢治と現代” will go on sale July 28. It is written by Professor Kiyomi Sokolova-Yamashita, a leading Kenji scholar, and connects the contemporary world with Kenji’s vision through the theme of “wind.”
Companies mentioned：中日新聞社
Original住友林業がVARIETASのAI面接官を導入し、採用の公正性と効率性を強化。候補者の潜在能力を対話型AIで引き出す。
Companies mentioned：住友林業
Infcurion and DCP have begun joint consideration of the practical implementation of on-chain finance using tokenized deposits. They will collaborate in areas including card payments, benefits, and automated savings.
Companies mentioned：リンク・プロセシング、ネストエッグ
First Recon AI will exhibit at the “AI Security & Governance EXPO” in July 2026, where it will unveil its new “First Recon AI Security Runtime” platform. It is drawing attention as a real-time monitoring infrastructure that supports the safe use of AI by businesses.
GETT Proskill ranked No. 1 in both the number of successful candidates and the number of examinees for “E Qualification 2026#1,” securing the top results for 2 consecutive terms. It delivered the best results among JDLA-certified providers with 50 or more examinees.
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人日本ディープラーニング協会
“Ichinomiya Beni Sasori-tai II” won back-to-back titles at the Yamanashi Prefectural Tournament. The high school student sports litter-picking event “SpoGOMI Koshien 2026” was held to raise awareness of marine litter issues.
Companies mentioned：一般財団法人日本財団スポGOMI連盟、YBS山梨放送
fapi is offering a skill tree template for the construction industry free of charge. Ready to use in Excel, it helps address on-site skill management challenges.
Yamagata Prefecture is providing travel expense assistance to students enrolled in childcare worker training schools in Hokkaido, Tohoku, Kanto, and Niigata for practicums and job hunting in the prefecture. The initiative aims to secure childcare workers.
The Japan Marriage Support Association has extended its “Introduced Matchmaking” campaign through July 31, 2026. The move supports people seeking marriage by reducing their expenses and is expected to benefit those seriously looking for a partner.
In summer 2026, Tokoname City will hold multiple events to encourage visits from the airport. Bon dances, digital stamp collecting, and a social media photo contest will showcase the area's appeal.
Companies mentioned：中部国際空港セントレア、イオンモール常滑
Biome, Waseda University, and Tohoku University have joined forces to develop an integrated framework for natural capital management. Connecting assessment, observation, and management, the framework will continuously support businesses and local governments in their nature-positive efforts.
Companies mentioned：株式会社バイオーム
TRUSTART surveyed the status of business value security interests using commercial registry data from across Japan and confirmed registrations by 20 companies. The findings shed light on changes in the fundraising environment.
An online seminar featuring an official from the Children and Families Agency will be held on July 28, 2026, introducing marriage and childcare support measures by local governments to attract young people. Hosted by “river,” a corporate hometown tax donation platform, the seminar will focus on the effectiveness of these policies.
South Korean fashion brand “COIRIS” will hold its first pop-up store in Japan at 渋谷PARCO. Colorful items themed around rainbows and the seaside are drawing attention.
Companies mentioned：渋谷PARCO、THE HYUNDAI、SYNARJYN
Heartbeats will hold a free webinar on August 4, 2026, on implementing IaC and CI/CD. It will explain how to design resilient infrastructure automation suited to production environments in the generative AI era.
MIL Inc.'s “Recruit MIL” has won an award in the “HR Awards 2026,” supported by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare. Its automation of company information sessions using interactive videos was recognized, drawing attention to improved recruitment efficiency and student experience.
Companies mentioned：エームサービス株式会社
MK Motor Vehicles will begin recruiting new high school graduates for FY2027 employment in July 2026. The company is developing a training system that enables people with no experience to take on the challenge, as it moves to secure young talent.
Companies mentioned：エムケイ株式会社、滋賀エムケイ株式会社、名古屋エムケイ株式会社、札幌エムケイ株式会社、エムケイ石油株式会社、エムケイ観光バス株式会社、大阪エムケイ株式会社、神戸エムケイ株式会社、関空エムケイ株式会社、福岡エムケイ株式会社、沖縄エムケイ株式会社、エムケイホールディングス株式会社、東京エムケイ株式会社
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Companies mentioned：アルピナBI株式会社
A free webinar on AI for predictive anomaly detection in manufacturing will be held on July 30, 2026. The CTO of 株式会社メロン will explain practical ways to prevent equipment failures. Hosted by AI Market.
Companies mentioned：株式会社メロン、BizTech株式会社
Original株式会社mctは2026年8月7日、気候変動時代のビジネス機会を共創するワークショップを東京で開催。国立環境研究所の専門家を招き、未来の市場発見を支援。
Companies mentioned：国立環境研究所
Pepica will open its 9th pet salon in the Shin-Urayasu Bay Area on July 1, 2026. The salon features services that prioritize the health of pets and their families.
Companies mentioned：三三栄コーポレーション
To help people cope with extreme heat, Naps will open at 6 a.m. and extend its hours until 24:00 in August 2026. The move responds to changes in when riders take to the road and supports a more comfortable motorcycling experience.
“The COFFEE ROASTER in WAKAMATSU” has relocated and reopened at “Wadokoro Wakamatsu” in Mariko, Shizuoka. It has added a bar service open until 22:00, offering nighttime parfaits and original cocktails in a hideaway for adults.
Companies mentioned：株式会社創造舎
“Doma,” a room where guests can stay with their dogs, has opened at “Kogei no Yado Waraku,” a renovated traditional home in Shizuoka. Combining traditional crafts with a pet-friendly experience, it is offered to 1 group at a time.
Companies mentioned：駿府の工房 匠宿
Originalさつまいも博実行委員会が2026年8月に「夏のさつまいも博2026」を開催。全国の人気店が200品以上のさつまいも料理を提供し、夏限定のグルメ体験を提供する。
Companies mentioned：さつまいも博実行委員会、ちばぎん商店株式会社
A survey conducted by プロトスター株式会社 found that the adoption rate of motivation management systems stood at just 12.5%, while about half of respondents did not know whether their own companies had adopted one. This indicates that HR technology is still in the early stages of adoption, with a gap between companies’ interest and actual implementation and use posing a challenge.
Companies mentioned：プロトスター株式会社
A survey conducted by IC Clinic found that only 28.3% of respondents correctly understood the difference between lipomas and epidermoid cysts, while 82.7% did not know when surgery is warranted. Promoting accurate knowledge about lumps under the skin is an urgent priority.
A high school student with a rare eye disease was permitted to use the learning app LoiLoNote, which they use every day, in the Common Test for University Admissions. The case is attracting attention as an advanced example of reasonable accommodations using ICT.
MicroAd Taiwan and Smart Section Taiwan form a strategic partnership. They will strengthen support for Japanese companies’ overseas expansion and inbound marketing through short-form social media videos.
Companies mentioned：株式会社マイクロアド、株式会社スマートセクション
Nomura Asset Management has listed a new ETF on the Tokyo Stock Exchange that invests in Japanese stocks related to the government’s growth policies. The move aims to diversify investment strategies and offer the market a new option.
Individual Tutoring Academy Free Step has reopened its Takatsuki Kita classroom in Takatsuki, Osaka Prefecture, after renovation. It aims to contribute to local education by using the latest IT systems and teaching expertise to help students improve their scores and gain admission to their preferred schools.
Individual Tutoring Academy Free Step has reopened its Hankyu Itami classroom in Itami, Hyogo Prefecture, after renovation. The move aims to strengthen support for improving scores and gaining admission to students’ preferred schools, while contributing to local education.
Individual Tutoring Academy Free Step has reopened its Aono classroom in Minoh, Osaka Prefecture, after renovation. The company, known for improving academic performance and helping students gain admission to their preferred schools, has upgraded the facility in response to rising demand.
Authense Law Office has completely revamped its recruitment website for new-graduate lawyers. Under the concept “Being a lawyer can be more exciting,” it shares information about job responsibilities and lawyers’ perspectives.
KRAFTON subsidiary Flyway Games globally released its new action roguelike Ascend to Zero on July 13, 2026. The game is drawing attention for its support for Xbox Game Pass.
Companies mentioned：KRAFTON、Flyway Games、Microsoft、Twitch
LeaguE will speak at a free online seminar hosted by Shikigaku, explaining the importance of designing new businesses and establishing organizational structures. The seminar will focus on common challenges faced by companies that fail to achieve results.
Companies mentioned：株式会社識学
LeaguE is preselling polarized sunglasses with 9-level manual dimming at Machi-ya. The design allows users to adjust their vision instantly, even inside a car, without relying on UV light, and also takes eyeglass users into consideration.
Companies mentioned：Machi-ya
OceanBiz, Japan’s only comprehensive underwater drone event, will be held for the first time in Iwakuni, Yamaguchi Prefecture, in August 2026. It aims to promote the spread of technology and exchange across western Japan.
Companies mentioned：株式会社スペースワン
Techvan will hold a free Web seminar on July 30, 2026, explaining the challenges of Delphi systems and the best solutions for transitioning to open systems. Making use of existing assets and transitioning in stages will be key topics.
Techvan has launched a free tool that assesses risks in companies’ IT operations through 10 questions. It makes issues such as reliance on specific individuals in IT departments and security risks visible, providing a starting point for improvement.
IBJ announced that its matchmaking service IBJ Matching held a customer service contest and that the number of matches rose 1.86 times year on year. The high quality of staff interactions was cited as a factor behind the results.
THE BUFFET will launch its summer-only Chilled Mala Tang on July 16, 2026. Its dim sum menu will also be expanded, making it easier to enjoy a wider selection of authentic Chinese dishes.
THE BUFFET 點心甜心 志木 will begin serving new dim sum dishes and summer-only Chilled Mala Tang on July 16, 2026. The expanded menu at the authentic Chinese all-you-can-eat restaurant is expected to boost customer satisfaction.
Ofuro Cafe Utatane will hold its “Shaved Ice Event That’s About More Than Just Eating” in summer 2026. With hands-on activities at the baths and regional rivalry menus at the cafe, it aims to draw visitors in summer and promote local brands.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ONDOホールディングス、株式会社Kii company、株式会社さかなと、株式会社埼玉武蔵ヒートベアーズ
Mynavi will begin airing the second installment of its new commercial nationwide on July 21, 2026, featuring Masaki Aiba and Kasumi Arimura. The ad portrays how people approach their careers and the future through natural conversation.
The TAC Real Estate Transaction Specialist Course will hold a free online seminar on July 20, 2026. A popular instructor will explain legal amendments to help examinees pass, and coupons will also be distributed.
Hanshin Umeda Main Store is holding a limited-time event in collaboration with Swiss oral-care brand クラプロックス, with a dental hygienist on site. The event aims to raise awareness about preventing cavities in summer and encourage ongoing care habits.
Companies mentioned：クラプロックス、The Breath Co、石澤研究所
A solo mezzotint exhibition by copperplate artist Koji Ikuta will be held at Hanshin Umeda Main Store in July 2026. Featuring richly deep blacks and delicate expression, the exhibition will showcase works by an accomplished artist whose work is held in museums in Japan and abroad.
イオン will sponsor the international conference “GNPS2026,” to be held in Kumamoto in July 2026, and showcase practical approaches to living in harmony with nature at an exhibition event. Building on its 35-year-old “Hometown Forest Creation” initiative, it will bring together hands-on experiences, learning and regional collaboration.
Companies mentioned：イオン、イオン1%クラブ、イオン環境財団
PILLAR has published a sponsored research report for investors. An independent organization explains the company’s business strategy and other matters, helping improve transparency.
Companies mentioned：株式会社シェアードリサーチ
Kurakumo Inc. has launched “ESAT-J Bridge,” an app to prepare for the English speaking test “ESAT-J” for Tokyo metropolitan high school entrance exams. AI pronunciation assessment and video explanations help junior high school students improve their speaking skills.
Companies mentioned：Duolingo
Heavy rain triggered flooding and landslides in southeastern Bangladesh, affecting more than 1 million people. Japan Platform has joined forces with member NGOs to launch emergency aid and a local assessment.
Companies mentioned：ピースウィンズ・ジャパン、CARE、バングラデシュ赤新月社
A book published by VISION&Co. CEO Kazuki Arita reached No. 1 in Amazon’s overall book rankings and went into a second printing 2 weeks after its release. Its content has a strong impact on business leaders and professionals.
Companies mentioned：ビジネス社