【Seize your own opportunities】Hige, choreographer for FANTASTICS, 東方神起 and SKY-HI, takes the stage! Free special workshop for men only to be held in Osaka
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More than 90 stores, centered on the Kanto region
388 rooms in total
For men aged 14–25 only
Guaranteed pay (up to ¥300,000)
Companies mentioned：株式会社BUZZ GROUP、FANTASTICS、EXILE THE SECOND、WOLF HOWL HARMONY、SKY-HI、東方神起、宮瀬琉弥、Da-iCE、超特急、M!LK
【Aug. 4 (Tue.), 16:00】Learn from the former Hitachi leader who drove the launch of Lumada: Free online seminar on communication strategies for growing a new business into a company-wide flagship
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A knowledge database with insights from more than 800,000 people in Japan and overseas (as of February 2026)
Addressing labor shortages at regional small and midsize businesses: Mirai Works, with 98,000 professional talent members, joins a Kanto Bureau of Economy, Trade and Industry project with PwC
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More than 98,000 registered professional talent members
Among them, approximately 20,000 are registered as side-job and dual-career professionals
Growing interest in student entrepreneurship — 埼玉県 holds GAKU∞STA2026 pre-event; participant satisfaction reaches 100%, and all respondents say they will “apply” or are “considering it”
To mark the 110th anniversary of Okazaki's cityhood in Aichi Prefecture, a local pizza developed with 岡崎市役所 is born: “Okazaki Ohan Chicken Miso and Eggplant Pizza” to be sold for a limited time at ピザーラ Okazaki North and Okazaki South stores starting Thursday, July 30
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110th anniversary of Okazaki's cityhood
Available from July 30, 2026 (Thursday) through August 31 (Monday)
LiPro (Internet) conducts survey on demand for a foldable iPhone (iPhone Fold) — In-depth look at real-world evaluations from foldable smartphone users and purchase intentions among those without experience
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More than half, or 52.7%, have heard of rumors about a foldable iPhone, combining those who have “heard something” and those who “know about it”
A large majority, 78.3%, have “no experience at all” using a foldable smartphone
“Slimness and light weight” is the top expectation for a foldable iPhone, at 28.3%
“Durability” is the top concern, at 37.3%
More than half, 58.3%, are considering a purchase price of under ¥150,000
“Videos and e-books” is by far the most popular intended use, at 42.0%
40.0% have “no plans to buy”
Companies mentioned：株式会社イード、LiPro、iPhone、Galaxy Z Fold
A fun learning book to spark interest in geography and help with junior high school entrance exams: What if the prefectures were your classmates...? “What If Class Series: Is the Seat Next to Me One of Japan's 47 Prefectures!?” on sale July 29, 2026
An event celebrating Japanese summer culture at Tokyu Plaza Harajuku “Harakado”: the “Harajuku Yosakoi Fair,” where visitors can experience the charms of Kochi Prefecture with all five senses, and “KAWAII Night Market vol.1,” presented by ASOBISYSTEM, to be held simultaneously
[Online seminar] AI works “on its own” to provide real-time support: the cutting edge of dramatically reducing the workload at contact centers [To be held Aug. 5 (Wed.)]
アイスマイリー releases “AI Utilization Guide for Customer Support”! A collection of business-specific use cases showing how AI can reduce workload and improve CX
It looks like an intricately crafted figure, but it’s actually made of Hi-Chew! Spider-Man art made with Hi-Chew to be displayed in a limited-time campaign at 東京駅一番街’s 森永のおかしなおかし屋さん東京駅店 from Aug. 7 (Fri.)
[Company Law Affairs A2Z] Special feature on the revised Act on the Protection of Personal Information. August issue released, offering an in-depth look at key points of the 2026 revision and practical responses
[TO THE HERBS] Three varieties, including summer-only shaved ice made with premium “Tenku no Matcha®” from Shizuoka Prefecture and “kinako” from Hokkaido. New half-size portions, perfect after a meal!
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Original2026年7月17日（金）から9月30日（水）までの期間限定
Tenku Matcha Shaved Ice, regular ¥1,780
Tenku Hojicha Shaved Ice, regular ¥1,680
Kinako Condensed Milk Shaved Ice, regular ¥1,680
Companies mentioned：株式会社フォーシーズ、TO THE HERBS、(株)小柳津清一商店
「ダブルアンド デイナイト」 debuts “Tuki Square Backpack,” a spacious backpack that lets you feel at ease on days when you have a lot to carry, from commuting to business trips
[Event report] “Levtech IT Career Fair” explores careers in the AI era: approximately 700 IT engineers and 78 companies took part, with special lectures also held
[マリメッコ] A pop-up shop will open in Ginza, debuting new tableware that complements Japanese food culture ahead of its worldwide release. Limited-edition novelty items created to mark the opening will also be available.
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For customers who purchase products totaling ¥27,500 or more, including tax
Largest-ever renovation of shared spaces ahead of the 50th anniversary of “サンシャイン60”: 2 lounges to open this summer as the first phase of worker support area “Rokumaru Base”
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Approximately 800 tsubo of shared space across the 4th and 6th floors
Approximately 12,000 office workers employed at サンシャインシティ
More than 160 seats in a wide variety of styles
Renovation of shared office spaces began in March 2026
Aug. 4 marks the 1st anniversary of the launch of “Kukui Lash Eyelash Serum”! Anniversary coupons will be given to the first 100 customers exclusively at the 楽天市場 store
The first 4% ABV limited-edition release of “Hyoketsu® Muto” is also the first pomegranate flavor for “Hyoketsu®”! “Kirin Hyoketsu® Muto Pomegranate ALC.4% (Limited-Time Release)” offers a crisp, refreshing taste with no sweetness.
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The “sugar-free chu-hi” market has grown about 5 times over the 5 years since “Hyoketsu® Muto” launched in 2020, driven by growing health consciousness and demand for drinks to enjoy with meals.
The share of people who favor RTDs with an alcohol content of 4% rose 1.7 times from 2021 to 2025
Bringing smiles to people across Japan through “walking football” that everyone can play. JFA and KIRIN to co-host “Kirin Family Challenge Cup 2026 in Osaka”!
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The 9th “walking football” event
About 2,600 people aged 0 to their 80s have taken part so far
In collaboration with 三幸製菓’s “Yuki no Yado,” a kitchen sponge resembling the rice cracker launches! A giveaway campaign is also coming to X (formerly Twitter)
A hugely popular dessert with cumulative sales topping 10 million units is now more affordable with the same great taste! FamilyMart’s new signature dessert, “Rich Chocolate Roll,” goes on sale at a new price of under ¥300, tax included, starting Tuesday, July 28!
[More than 230 million total PVs] Latest volumes 4 and 5 of the isekai workplace four-panel manga The Demon King's Army Is a White-Collar Company on sale! The “white-collar” Demon King’s Army, with no overtime and a 2-day weekend, is making waves
[Wedding hospitality] The No. 1 thing guests said they liked was “delicious food and drinks.” “Quality of food and drinks” was also the top priority for couples
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Respondents said “quality of food and drinks” was what they prioritized most in showing hospitality to guests
Respondents said guests praised “the delicious food and drinks”
Respondents said “wedding favors and gifts” were what they wished they had put more thought into
Respondents said they had made some kind of accommodation for guests traveling from far away
Respondents said the wedding venue’s support with accommodations for out-of-town guests was helpful
Respondents said the ideal facility or service was “a spacious, comfortable waiting area or lounge”
In the 2026 Survey of University Brand Strength, private universities ranked No. 1 in 6 of the 7 regions for “universities students want to apply to”; preference for national and public universities declined slightly
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Private universities ranked No. 1 in 6 regions
The combined share of respondents who “definitely want to attend a national or public university” and those who “would rather attend a national or public university” edged down from 46% last year to 44%
The combined share of respondents who “definitely want to attend a private university” and those who “would rather attend a private university” edged up from 41% to 42%
“There is a faculty or department I want to study or am interested in” (57%)
“It offers an advantage in finding a job” (38%)
“Student life looks like it would be fun” (37%)
A total of 203,360 students scheduled to graduate in March 2027 from high schools across Japan (in their third year of high school at the time of the survey)
Valid responses: 17,257
Response rate: 8.5%
Number of responses included in the analysis: 15,263
A seminar titled “Inpatient Acquisition Strategies to Support Hospital Management,” led by Yutaka Umemoto, director of the Center for Regional Medical Cooperation at 藍野病院, 医療法人恒昭会, will be held on Aug. 28 (Friday), 2026!
Dear girls of the Heisei era: “Hoppe-chan POP UP SHOP by VILLAGE VANGUARD” will be held at locations across Japan from August, with dates to be announced!
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VV-exclusive Hoppe-chan, all 4 designs: 770 yen each (tax included)
Wobbling acrylic keychain: 880 yen (tax included)
Hair tie with acrylic charm: 770 yen (tax included)
DMM GAMES’ Bungo and Alchemist launches the “Revival Reincarnation Research” event featuring “与謝野鉄幹 (CV: 小林親弘)”! Announcement of the limited “Bungetsu No Shosei-tachi, Part 2” outfit summon
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Event period: After maintenance on July 27 (Monday), 2026
Aug. 17 (Monday), 2026, 13:59
Event period: After maintenance on July 27 (Monday), 2026 to Aug. 6 (Thursday), 2026, 13:59
A 10-pull outfit summon, normally 3000 Imperial Tickets
Campaign allowing use for 1,500 Imperial Tickets on the first use only
Amazon.co.jp exclusive: includes a reservation and early-purchase bonus! Fruit is more than just dessert: New recipes for seasonal fruit dishes in the new edition of A Plate of Fruit, on sale
Wishes set in motion: a tour of power spots across Japan in Visiting Power Spots Where Miracles Happen When You See Them: Fulfill Your Great Wish, now on sale
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The hugely popular YouTube channel “Power Spot Solo Travel,” with more than 520,000 subscribers
The 「できる」 series of computer guides has surpassed 80 million copies in cumulative sales
List price: 1,800 yen (base price 1,980 yen + 10% tax)
[All volumes in 3 series reprinted] Bringing the joy of “I read it myself!” to every child. 80 books across 3 KADOKAWA children’s book series, ideal for making the step up from picture books to stories, are being reprinted!
“I wish I’d known this sooner!” The video has surpassed 2.3 million views on YouTube. A study method that will finally help you “speak English” is now a book!
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More than 2.3 million YouTube views
A study method that helps even beginners speak English in 3 months
A chance to learn about young people’s social isolation through 大阪マラソン2027｜認定NPO法人D×P seeks 30 charity runners
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We are seeking 30 people to run through the streets of Osaka as charity runners and raise awareness among those around them of the social issue of young people’s isolation.
Based in Osaka, D×P provides LINE counseling for young people ages 13 to 25 through ユキサキチャット, operates a youth center in Osaka Minami, and provides food assistance.
Event date: Feb. 28, 2027 (Sun.)
Application period: July 28, 2026 (Tue.)–Oct. 19 (Mon.) ※Applications accepted on a first-come, first-served basis
Fundraising period: July 28, 2026 (Tue.)–Dec. 15 (Tue.)
You can participate as a charity runner by raising donations totaling at least 70,000 yen
Hotel Okura Thermal Resort & Spa Cappadocia to open in 2028
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Opening in 2028
Spa facilities spanning approximately 3,500 m²
Number of guest rooms: 102
80 hotels in total
24,036 guest rooms in total
Companies mentioned：株式会社ホテルオークラ、KK Universal、Oluşum Grubu Gayrimenkul Yatırımları ve İnşaat Ticaret A.Ş.、Saraylı Turizm A.Ş.、MSIC Gayrimenkul Yatırım ve Danışmanlık Ticaret Ltd. Şti.、Okura Saraylı Hotel Management A.Ş.
[Aug. 21] AI strategy webinar for the construction industry! Featuring the latest noteworthy examples, from AI applications in drawings, cost estimation and design work to construction planning using 4D simulators
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One of Japan’s largest AI portal media platforms, with 3 million monthly page views and more than 500 listed products
Companies mentioned：株式会社アイスマイリー、株式会社 KK Generation、株式会社アラヤ
A summer double whammy of extreme heat and rising prices: helping households with bargain foods! “Food Bargain Sale & Food Gift Set Clearance Sale”
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Approximately 1,500 varieties, totaling around 180,000 bargain products
〈ネスレ〉 President Gift N-30 PSA (65 g × 3 pieces): 1,620 yen
〈日清オイリオ〉 Nisshin Variety Oil Gift OV-30 (extra virgin olive oil and healthy sesame oil, 145 g each; healthy canola oil and healthy vegetable oil, 350 g each; 2 bottles of Healthy Off, 350 g each): 1,620 yen
Orders now open for the 9th edition of the TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen Trading Ani-Art series, including aurora die-cut stickers! Available from AMNIBUS, which sells original anime and manga merchandise
X campaign reach varies by as much as 8 times by industry, with retail, e-commerce, finance and food service ranking highest (measured comparison across 16 industries)
ハイレゾ and YUTECT to host a joint webinar on the practical implementation of industry-specific AI on July 31
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Operating a GPU data center specializing in AI development since 2019
June 2022: Received NVIDIA’s “Best CSP Partner of the Year” award
April 2024: Certified by 経済産業省 under its supply assurance plan for the “Cloud Program”
February 2026: A small-scale demonstration project to build a green AI data center in ブータン王国 was selected for 経済産業省’s Reiwa 6 supplementary-budget grant program for future-oriented co-creation projects with the Global South (small-scale demonstration and feasibility study projects)
GPUSOROBAN has been used more than 2,000 times cumulatively
Your voice is not a talent but an asset worth investing in. A professional narrator with 23 years of experience will hold an Aug. 3 workshop for executives on strategic investment to maximize the ROI of their voice
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Has provided live narration for the news program Prime News for 15 years
Experience in more than 5,000 live broadcast productions
Directly coached more than 1,000 people
Secured investment rights worth 10 million yen
Capacity: 40 people
Participation fee: 10,000 yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社Tera、株式会社ヒーロープロデュース、株式会社Neeew Local
Raise a glass this fall in Shiba Park, with views of Tokyo Tower, and by the waterfront in Toyosu! Oktoberfest 2026 to be held in Shiba Park and Toyosu starting Sept. 11
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13 days, from Sept. 11 (Fri.) to Sept. 23 (Wed., public holiday)
25 days, from Sept. 18 (Fri.) to Oct. 12 (Mon., public holiday)
Adults (junior high school students and older): 500 yen
July 28 is World Hepatitis Day｜GME’s mail-in hepatitis B and C testing has surpassed 130,000 tests, as it calls for expanded testing opportunities for the more than 2 million estimated hepatitis virus carriers in Japan
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Around 1.3 million people worldwide die from viral hepatitis each year
An estimated 304 million people worldwide are infected with hepatitis B or C
At least approximately 1.1 million people in Japan carry the hepatitis B virus (HBV)
電話代行サービス株式会社 significantly expands the service area for its nationwide phone number rental service, which covers major area codes in all 47 prefectures
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More than 10,000 companies have adopted the service
[Taking place in August 2026] WTT Champions Yokohama 2026, an international tournament bringing together the world’s top table tennis players | Tickets on sale for “Champions Experience,” Japan’s first official hospitality program