ネットマーブル launches official service for its latest MMORPG, “VAMPIR,” today, July 22 (Wednesday), at 12:00! Release celebration events offering lavish rewards are also underway!
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Distribution of up to 1,100 “form and mount pet summon tickets”
[Support 大槌町 through travel!] “大槌町 Forest Fire Recovery Accommodation Discount Campaign” launches｜Save up to 9,000 yen when combined with 岩手県’s “Oden-se! Iwate Travel Discount Campaign,” plus receive a 1,000-yen voucher
[Attendee bonus available] WEB seminar confirmed: “We introduced it, but no one uses it”—60 minutes to get Tableau back on track. Identify the “real causes” of delays and low usage, and take away priorities for improving operations (recorded webinar)
HOUSEI’s unmanned store solution brings smart unmanned operations to 37 Sanyodo Bookstore locations
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We are pleased to announce that HOUSEI has newly provided its “unmanned store solution” to Sanyodo Bookstore Chiryū store (Chiryū, Aichi Prefecture). As a result, 37 of Sanyodo Bookstore’s 66 locations (as of July 22, 2026), which began smart unmanned operations in April 2024, now offer the service
37 of Sanyodo Bookstore’s 66 locations (as of July 22, 2026)
[Imizu City] Women-only machine Pilates studio “ピラティスK” to open at Al Plaza Kosugi on Tuesday, July 28, 2026; expansion to 2 locations in Toyama Prefecture!
The award ceremony is scheduled to be held on Tuesday, November 24, 2026, at the International Conference Room (Marine Hall) of Toki Messe Niigata Convention Center in Niigata City.
“No one is perfect. I think there is beauty in imperfection.” THE ORAL CIGARETTES to release new song “VOICE,” embodying Takuya Yamanaka’s vision for the hall tour, on August 19!
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Wednesday, August 19, 2026
“LIMIT,” released on July 1
A hall tour covering 13 performances nationwide
Reserved seating: 7,300 yen (tax included)
Front arena block (standing): 8,500 yen
Stand A (reserved seating): 6,500 yen
Stand S (reserved seating, for elementary school students and younger): 5,000 yen
The “Royal Festival,” featuring the special dungeon “King’s Hunting Ground,” launches at the same time as “Summer Fishing,” a fishing event featuring limited-time event collections in Lineage M
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After scheduled maintenance on Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Until before scheduled maintenance on Wednesday, August 5, 2026 (planned)
Characters level 60 or higher
10 Blue Rubina
Service launch date: May 29, 2019
Companies mentioned：エヌ・シー・ジャパン株式会社、NC Corporation、NC Japan K.K.
Automatic compression via USB! VakuLok electric compression bags keep your belongings neatly stored for travel and seasonal wardrobe changes. Launching on Makuake at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, July 29. Register now for up to 40% off!
AI, regenerative medicine and next-generation batteries—researchers shaping the future gather for the Ichimura Award Commemorative Forum 2026 on August 21
The highly popular PEACH JOHN “Nice Body for Everyone!” bra collection welcomes the long-awaited easy-to-use front-hook “Nice Body Front-Hook Bra Petal Lace”!
A campaign is underway offering a chance to win an original EA, with 7 winners selected by lottery, through Asahi FX, a new service using MetaTrader 5 (MT5)!
[Summer vacation] An event to deepen understanding of LGBTQ issues, where parents and children can learn together, will be held in Tottori City on July 29 (Wednesday).
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Capacity: 25 people
Ranked No. 4 in domestic market share
Companies mentioned：株式会社LIMNO、鳥取市中央人権福祉センター、鳥取三洋電機、株式会社MM総研、work with Pride
Kei Nishikori heads to Washington, D.C. for his first official match since announcing his retirement! His first-round match will be streamed live exclusively in Japan on U-NEXT, with Shuzo Matsuoka providing guest commentary. An exclusive interview with Kei Nishikori will also be available on U-NEXT Tennis’s official YouTube channel.
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Enjoy more than 480,000 titles including movies, dramas, and anime
More than 1.33 million manga and books are also available.
audio-technica MIMIO marks its 1st anniversary with the “Listening Experience Project,” including a 30-day money-back guarantee and commemorative novelty items.
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Approximately 62% of respondents said “often” or “sometimes.”
Approximately 26% of respondents answered “yes.”
A total of approximately 14,600 people have taken on the challenge.
Approximately 20% of respondents said they “give up.”
Approximately 80% said they “are not taking any particular measures.”
[Independent survey] There are 476 nationwide grants and subsidies available to businesses in nursing care, nursing, medical care and disability welfare. The most common purpose is “securing personnel,” at approximately 40%, with ICT and AI implementation also accounting for approximately 40%.
Solves the problem of “not enough space to hang laundry”: “Indoor/Outdoor Extendable 2-Tier Clothesline LJ6494,” with 2 times the capacity just by hanging it, goes on sale July 22.
Tickets sold exceed 2,500! New immersive performance “Our Movie Theater,” a worldline-selection game held at the Iwanami Jinbocho Building, unveils a new key visual offering a glimpse into the story’s setting; tickets also go on sale for a talk event featuring screenwriter Dysm.
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Cast visuals revealed for all 18 cast members
Capacity: 170 participants
Admission: ¥1,500 (tax included)
Admission: ¥5,000 on weekdays (tax included)
Price: ¥100,000 on weekdays (tax included)
Experience time per session: approximately 70 minutes
New earrings from jewelry brand M.MINE (M Dot Mine) go on sale. A POP UP STORE will be held at Studio PORTE AOYAMA on July 24 (Friday) and 25 (Saturday), 2026.
The Toranomon Advertising Festival, an advertising creative festival that drew 17,000 attendees at its first edition last year and captivated people in their 20s and 30s, is set to take place October 9–17, 2026!
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A cumulative attendance of 17,044
403 creators spoke and took part
52.6% of visitors were in their 20s
Participation by 9 people confirmed
October 9, 2026 (Friday) to October 17, 2026 (Saturday)
9 days
Drew 17,000 attendees
120 pieces of content
More than 400 creators took the stage or participated
Companies mentioned：虎ノ門広告祭実行委員会、株式会社サイバーエージェント、一般社団法人Society of Idea People、株式会社博報堂ＤＹホールディングス、森ビル株式会社、PARTY、Whatever Co.、SAMURAI、ELEVENPLAY、MR_DESIGN
[Survey on extracurricular activity costs for junior and senior high school students] The average annual cost for sports clubs is ¥84,000. 65% of parents feel the expenses are a burden.
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Average annual cost for sports clubs: ¥84,000
65.0% of parents said they “feel the costs are a burden.”
Additional September dates announced due to sold-out tickets! The night museum experience “A Somewhat Strange Job Experience: Midnight Curator,” set in a museum after closing
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A night museum experience opening on July 24, 2026 (Fri.)
Original追加チケットは、7月25日（土）12:00より販売開始いたします。
Ticket price: 4,500 yen (tax included)
Price: ¥1,500 (tax included)
Companies mentioned：株式会社夕暮れ、TOKYO NODE LAB、森ビル株式会社、SCRAP、SCAI THE BATHHOUSE、Lisson、Lehmann Maupin
“What is your beauty plan for summer vacation?” The importance of post-operative care and what to watch out for with “Korean plastic surgery,” as warned by cosmetic doctors and nurses
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The survey found that more than 30% are considering major cosmetic procedures in summer.
The most common responses were “results (56.7%)” and “safety (56.7%).”
The most common response was “because it costs less than in Japan (54.4%).”
More than 80% responded “very likely to choose it (33.7%)” or “somewhat likely to choose it (52.2%).”
The most common response was “severe pain or swelling (45.9%).”
More than 80% responded “very important (37.4%)” or “somewhat important (48.9%).”
About 90% responded “strongly agree (38.8%)” or “somewhat agree (52.7%).”
More than 80% said they would like to remain in an environment where they can receive direct examinations and care through “the first 7 days after surgery.”
Respondents who said “strictly following self-care instructions, such as taking prescribed medication and wearing the designated compression garment (51.7%)”
医療法人社団ゆみの signs MOU with カシイブ病院 in Bali, Indonesia—strengthening collaboration centered on cardiovascular care and expanding cooperation into home healthcare
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Number of employees: 458 (as of December 2025), including 123 doctors
We currently operate 8 locations in Tokyo, Osaka, Ehime and Fukuoka.
Autodesk releases the Japanese edition of its “2026 State of Design & Make: AI” report—AI use moves from “adoption” to “delivering results”
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Conducted among 2,500 leaders and professionals (including 152 in Japan) in the architecture, engineering, construction and operations (AECO), design and manufacturing (D&M), and media and entertainment (M&E) industries across 16 countries and regions
Globally, 98% of senior leaders already use AI tools at work
84% report improved productivity
In Japan, 80% of companies are also increasing investment in AI
Only 36% of companies said they provide adequate AI training
In Japan, 66% said “the global environment of the future is more uncertain than it was 3 years ago”
Exceeding the global average of 59%
66% of Japanese companies are considering entering new markets
A significant increase from 47% in 2025
In Japan, 79% said “mastering AI tools can broaden opportunities to succeed in the industry”
Companies mentioned：オートデスク株式会社、Statista Plus Research
Following a roundtable with University of Tokyo students, Waseda University students take the stage. English cram school J PREP holds the “Waseda University Student Roundtable,” a career-support event where junior and senior high school students envision their futures
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The group's total enrollment exceeds 10,000 students
The Omotesando flagship store of haircare brand LOVECHROME®(ラブクロム) will reopen on July 24 (Fri.) after renovation. The space has been redesigned around the themes of “beauty in utility,” “shadows,” and “ma.”
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The brand celebrates its 15th anniversary in 2026
For customers who purchase a hair comb priced at 10,000 yen or more, including tax
“I don’t need a fee,” says final boss Sachiko Kobayashi as she makes her entrance! On Aug. 9, Chizuru Azuma-led “Mazekoze Ichiza” heads for a moving final stage
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Livestream ticket with one-week archive and sign language interpretation: ¥2500
Livestream ticket with one-week archive and audio guide for people with visual impairments: ¥2,500
General: ¥7,500 (¥8,000 on the day)
High school students and younger: ¥5,000 (¥5,000 on the day)
Capacity: 250 people at the venue
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人Get in touch、渋谷区、公益財団法人東京都歴史文化財団
[Community-focused sponsorship] Reuse industry company 株式会社タイムレス places an ad on a specially made fan for Hakata Gion Yamakasa, a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage and nationally designated Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property
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Approximately 350,000 transactions annually! A BtoB auction among Japan's largest
Number of locations: 48 stores currently operating nationwide
[In-person event in Tokyo on 7/30] HR Cloud and リクルートミル co-host a seminar on the latest in new-graduate recruitment: experiential videos and optimized LINE communications
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A free in-person event for new-graduate recruitment staff, recruitment managers and executives, to be held on July 30, 2026 (Thu.)
Date and time: July 30, 2026 (Thu.), 19:00–21:00 (registration begins at 18:45)
Currently supports recruitment activities for more than 2,000 accounts
“Anna’s Karma,” an occult suspense comedy in which people are led by an unseen presence and run amok, kicks off! Crowdfunding begins today ahead of a nationwide release
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The campaign will begin on MOTION GALLERY on July 22, 2026 (Wed.)
“MUSIC TOURIST” update: Progress on listener participation project and new-song production stories from The Vounds revealed
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95th
Broadcast begins July 25, 2026 (Sat.)
Companies mentioned：OIKOS MUSIC株式会社、JFN、The Vounds、official髭男dism、sumika、BE:FIRST、Hi-STANDARD、eill、Superfly、timelesz、Hyde、Tani Yuuki、MISIA、chevon、V6、ASH DA HERO、ALI、星街すいせい、RADIO FISH
[タカミ] 1,500 trillion vitamin C particles* in a single drop. Introducing the new serum “Golden Vitamin*¹ Shot.” Take aim at the appearance of pores and dullness*² with “Digit-Bug Vitamin”!
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20mL ¥6,160 (tax included)
30mL ¥8,250 (tax included)
Companies mentioned：タカミ、日本ロレアル株式会社 タカミ事業部、Beauté Research
SUSHI TOP MARKETING provides its NFT distribution technology for the digital activity certificate “Pocari Sweat In-High NFT” at “Pocari Sweat × Summer of Youth Striving for Dreams: Kinki Inter-High School Championships 2026”
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July 22 (Wed.)–December 31 (Thu.), 2026
July 31, 2026 (Fri.), 18:00–19:30 (doors open at 17:50)
Companies mentioned：SUSHI TOP MARKETING株式会社、大塚製薬株式会社
Advance reservations with special benefits open at 12:00 on July 23 (Thu.)! Making its first appearance in Kyushu! “Chin! Suru Restaurant in FUKUOKA,” an all-you-can-eat frozen food and ice cream event, by reservation only
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Attracted more than 30,000 people in total
Waitlist of up to 8,000 groups
Approximately 200 types of frozen foods and ice cream
LuckyFes’26 aims for “zero heatstroke cases,” distributing 100,000 salt candies and spraying water in front of the stage when temperatures exceed 32 degrees, while rigorously ensuring safety alongside its “5 principles for heatstroke prevention”
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1-day ticket, adult: 14,000 yen
3-day pass (5th anniversary special price), adult: 28,000 yen
4-day pass (5th anniversary special price), adult: 38,000 yen
West Parking Lot / 3,500 yen
Parking Lot 1 / 3,000 yen
Parking Lot 2 / 3,000 yen
[For people with disabilities, pregnant people and wheelchair users] West parking lot / ¥3,500
A summer-limited Shocola featuring seasonal white peaches and Shine Muscat grapes. Yokohama craft chocolate specialist VANILLABEANS will offer limited quantities, with online sales starting July 28 (Tue.)
“Poker Chase” teams up for the first time with “New Theatrical Edition Keroro Gunso: We’re Back and Earth Is in Immediate Danger!” Limited-time event runs 7/29–8/19!
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Event period: From after maintenance on July 29, 2026 (Wed.)
Film release date: June 26, 2026 (Fri.)
Marking its 27th year of serialization this year
Number of employees: 208 (as of the end of March 2026)
Summer is finally in full swing! The third summer food trend, “frozen ○○,” is here. Recipes for “next-generation meal shaved ice” and “no-fry snacks” to enjoy with BRUNO summer appliances are now available
Harami-chan, with more than 2.3 million YouTube subscribers, named official ambassador for the SPRIX Exam Support Project! Using the power of music to cheer on students taking on the “toughest challenge of exam season”
〈vim BEAUTY〉 launches its summer-limited “summer edition 2026” collection, featuring new products designed to address summer makeup concerns under the theme “stay cool, stay strong.”
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Price: 1,980 yen (tax included)
Price: 1,760 yen (tax included)
Price: ¥1,650 (tax included)
For customers who spend ¥7,000 or more, including tax (excluding shipping)
Mr. CHEESECAKE opens pop-up stores in Nara, Saitama, Niigata, Ibaraki and Oita! On sale is a summer-limited flavor featuring the refreshing tartness of lemon and a crisp aroma