Make memories during the second half of summer vacation at SPA-HERBS! A packed lineup of exciting August events for adults and children alike — including a traditional festival, a refreshing cold-water bath, workshops and a raffle
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A “refreshing cold-water bath” featuring a revitalizing bath additive on days when the outdoor temperature exceeds 35°C
50 people will win soft-serve ice cream in a raffle
[Summer special] Hybrid water-cooled wear “FREEZE CORE” achieves a surface temperature of minus 10.5°C; special support campaign launched to reduce heatstroke risks during extreme heat
[SUMiTAS] Starts demolition services at all company-operated locations under “リスミ,” offering one-stop support from selling vacant homes to utilizing the sites
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The number of vacant homes nationwide stands at about 9 million
A research paper by Associate Professor Yuichi Enosawa of 嘉悦大学’s Faculty of Management and Economics published in the international academic journal Voluntary Sector Review
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Founded in 1903 (Meiji 36) as Japan’s first commercial school for girls
The graduate school was established in 2010
Companies mentioned:嘉悦大学、Policy Press、Bristol University Press、Voluntary Sector Review
From a place to see to a place to experience. An experiential botanical garden connecting the community with nature through crafts and wellness experiences is scheduled to open next spring on the former site of “きびの森植物園”
株式会社データロジック, a developer of systems for structural steel construction, marks the 1st anniversary of its in-house support service DL Care, offering “11 comprehensive services” to bring out the strength of fabricators.
~A challenge to the natural course of aging.~ Launch of “AQ ミリオリティ ザ クリーム デコラシオン,” a premium (※1) high-performance essence cream embodying a vision of beautiful skin for 100 years
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1 product, 3 varieties / ¥99,000–¥198,000, tax included
67.0% of women have experienced feeling that a man was interested in them|A survey by ハッピーメール looks at moments when women sense interest, such as “daily messages” and “invitations to meals or outings,” as well as what men do only for women they like
“I’m glad I left it behind.” The web-based end-of-life planning service LeTTeR™ launches, making it easy to compile bankbooks, subscriptions, contracts, passwords and personal wishes and share them with loved ones
【資格の大原】Supporting candidates taking the Reiwa 8 (76th) Licensed Tax Accountant Examination from immediately after the exam, with answer速報, exam grading services, answer review sessions and more to be released in sequence
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Number of candidates passing through official gazette announcement: 256 people
Share of candidates passing through official gazette announcement: 48.5%
株式会社Re-rail named an accredited partner of Anthropic’s “Claude Partner Network”
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株式会社Re-rail (headquartered in Shibuya Ward, Tokyo; representative director: Yoshiki Oshiro; hereinafter “Re-rail”) announces that it has become an accredited partner of the “Claude Partner Network,” a partner program offered by Anthropic.
【RoseKnight】Hakuho Sho, the 69th yokozuna, wears RoseKnight, a jewelry brand symbolizing prayers for peace and eternal beauty, in “An eternally beautiful world/永遠に美しい世界.”
【New】A solution to relying on workers’ “feel.” The jobsite-born auxiliary material “Patchin-leye (Eye)” is here to address labor shortages and an aging workforce in construction, enabling anyone to achieve consistent installation quality simply by attaching it.
The Reiwa 8 “SUPER LOCAL 高知家” Kansai promotion is launching! The 2nd anniversary event for “SUPER LOCAL SHOP とさとさ” will be held over 3 days, from July 31 (Friday) to August 2 (Sunday)!
Survey of 500 people: 52.8% feel their parents’ home has too many belongings; about 1 in 3 worry it could become a hoarder’s home, with “parents can’t throw things away” the most common reason
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52.8% feel there are too many belongings at their parents’ home
About 1 in 3 people (34.8%) are concerned their parents’ home could eventually become a hoarder’s home
“Parents can’t throw things away” (51.15%) was the most common reason
Original約7割(67.8%)が、親と片付けについて十分に話し合えていない
Original実際に話し合った人の約6割(59.01%)は、親が少なくとも一部を受け入れている
About half (49.8%) feel some action is needed
Even among those who feel action is needed, 45.78% are “not taking any particular measures”
“I don’t know where to start” (33.33%) was the most common response
51.6% feel that support from government and private-sector services is needed
“Unwanted-item collection services” (30.2%) were the most popular
The Norwegian Embassy’s Fisheries Section and Seven-Eleven Japan team up for the first time! “Grilled Norwegian Herring with Salt” to launch in limited-edition packaging inspired by Norway’s cold, clear waters
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Starting Tuesday, July 28, 2026, the product will go on sale in limited quantities at Seven-Eleven stores nationwide in limited-edition packaging inspired by “Norway’s cold, clear waters.”
Companies mentioned:ノルウェー大使館 水産部、株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン、Seafood from Norway
MOLTON and 株式会社リコー launch proof-of-concept testing in the field of generative AI and the tacit knowledge of experienced legal professionals
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Originalリコージャパン水曜ウェビナー2026年8月
In the second half of 2025, the company ranked No. 1 overall in the same ranking for “contract review,” “legal research,” “Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Act compliance checks” and “trademark registration services,” and No. 2 overall for “anti-social forces screening tools.”
きもの鈴乃屋 to hold “Seireien,” an exhibition and sale showcasing traditional beauty and master craftsmanship, in Okayama and Tokyo
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In Showa 二十二 (1947), Seiko Koizumi put up a small sign for “Suzunoya” in Ueno Hirokoji
With deep respect for kimono culture, we have created many original kimonos based on Seiko Koizumi’s design concept, “Flowers, Birds, Landscapes and Water.” This year, too, we will hold Seireien as a venue for sharing the beauty of kimono culture.
Seireien is a kimono exhibition by Suzunoya, held under a creative theme since Showa 三十四 (1959).
Aile The Shota makes a surprise announcement at <OMEN -The Manifest-> of a daytime event at Toyosu PIT. Dance contest for a chance to perform also launches
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Held at ZEROTOKYO on July 26, 2026
<OMEN -The Origin-> set for November 7, 2026, at Toyosu PIT
The main competition will be held at HARLEM PLUS on September 20, 2026
Entries are open to TEAMS / CREWS / UNITS consisting of 2 or more members
With a solo show scheduled for Monday, January 25, 2027, at Shibuya WWW
The lead track “I’ve Grown Up a Little” from the EP, just released on July 25, 2026, will be performed for the first time
Companies mentioned:Aile The Shota、RaySTA、MAZZEL、CyberAgent Legit、THE SPC BOYS CLUB、Sam is Ohm、ODORI、PLAY ROOM PARTY、Ken、Macoto、Keijiro、vividboooy、who28、DVKE、Yan Seku、Miku The Dude、(sic)boy、Dr.SWAG、List::X、GANMI、idom、Yohji Igarashi、KEKKE、株式会社RaySTA、株式会社BUZZ GROUP
【First anniversary】“Summer festival for adults” to be held at an inn in Furuyu Onsen, Saga, featuring liqueur-scented shaved ice for adults and a dagashi candy bar|From August 2026
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An adults-only hideaway enveloped in tranquility, with 21 rooms
Relive the excitement and emotion!? Enjoy making goods featuring characters from Season 2 of the TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen, “Shibuya Incident,” with the rubber stamp set “Jujutsu Kaisen Line Art Stamp Collection (Shibuya Incident ver.)”
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The refined full-body character silhouettes are rendered as line art with a single stamp, in a design that subtly evokes the world of the series and is also suited to everyday use by adults. The line art comes in 13 designs, featuring an array of captivating characters from the series: Yuji Itadori, Megumi Fushiguro, Nobara Kugisaki, Maki Zenin, Toge Inumaki, Kento Nanami, Satoru Gojo, Mei Mei, Ui Ui, Kenjaku, Mahito, Choso, and Sukuna.
The stamp bodies are tall and slim, showcasing the characters’ stylish standing poses. The longest is 70 millimeters tall, and the stamps are sized to match each character’s proportions, with their use side by side also in mind.
“Norwegian herring grilled with salt” to be sold in limited quantities in partnership with the ノルウェー大使館! Harnessing marine resources to meet demand for sustainable food
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Price: ¥298 (¥321.84 including tax)
About 42 million servings of Norwegian seafood are enjoyed around the world every day.
Companies mentioned:株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン、ノルウェー大使館、Seafood from Norway
Limited-edition capsule toys featuring PINGU™(ピングー), beloved around the world, are here! “Phone straps” and “face pouches” featuring a variety of expressions will be available exclusively at “かぷえぼ” starting Thursday, July 30
【Yunokawa Onsen / 望楼NOGUCHI函館】【Final appreciation offer before the temporary closure】“Last Sale Plan” now on sale, with up to 10% off for summer vacation and the Obon period
A guide to the right way to address children’s dependence on gaming, over-the-counter medicines, and energy drinks: “Worried Your Child Might Have an Addiction? Everything You Want to Know Is in This Book,” on sale July 29
[Summer limited edition] Two cool Japanese sweets featuring juicy white peaches go on sale: “White Peach Shiratama Shiruko” and “Yurara with White Peach”
olne (おるね), a digital companion app supporting daily routines and connection for people living with Parkinson’s disease, officially launches its service
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Established in April 2024 through a company split from ACCELStars, a University of Tokyo-born sleep-tech/neurotech startup.
A pioneer that has worked to support exercise in this field for more than 10 years.
[Kiryu, Gunma Prefecture] Just steps from Shin-Kiryu Station! IT-focused coworking space Kit-Base, housed in a traditional Japanese home, to open in late July 2026
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More than 100 square meters, including private rooms and an event space
Fiber-optic connection with a maximum speed of 10Gbps
A sturdy shelf with a 10kg load capacity, secured with thumbtacks alone, is complete. A Japanese-made shelf bracket to solve the lack of toilet storage reaches its funding target just 2 hours after launching on Makuake
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Supports up to 10 kg
Reached its target amount just 2 hours after launch
[佐久平ハイウェイオアシス「パラダ」] The mountaintop observation deck has been completely renovated for the first time in decades! Reopens as a “sky-high wooden observation deck” offering panoramic views of the majestic foothills of Mount Asama
株式会社BREAK recognized as an invited company by 秋田県 and 秋田市. Opens its first Tohoku office and expands a regional revitalization model rooted in education from Akita
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Cumulative enrollment: more than 3,200 people
Relocation support record: 71 people in 大分県 over 2 years
A new option for sleeping during evacuations. WAQ’s AIR BED single, an air bed with a built-in electric pump, earns the “Recommended Disaster Prevention Product” mark
General sales begin Wednesday, July 29. Welcome the New Year with a dazzling waltz! The entertaining New Year’s concert ウィーン宮殿祝賀コンサート~ウィンナー・ワルツ2027~ combines music and spectacle
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All seats reserved: ¥6,800 (tax included)
The orchestra comprises approximately 23 string, woodwind, brass and percussion players
[Okulu, personalized gifts that convey your feelings] A lucky owl and a wooden amulet engraved with a message. New “Fuku Fuku Gift Set” launches for Respect for the Aged Day and longevity celebrations
YOSHIKI’s “world’s most extravagant dinner show” 100th-anniversary performances sell out all 7 shows; VVIP tickets priced up to ¥1 million sell out immediately, and 2 additional shows also sell out in an instant
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100th-anniversary performance
VVIP ticket, the highest-priced option: 1 million yen
Orders open for a patapata clock featuring the anime Berserk: The Golden Age Arc MEMORIAL EDITION, a BIG pennant with fringe and more, available through AMNIBUS, which sells original anime and manga merchandise
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¥8,778 each (tax included)
¥3,850 each (tax included)
¥6,578 each (tax included)
Freezes at 28°C
Neck circumference: approximately 37cm
Companies mentioned:AMNIBUS、株式会社アルマビアンカ、株式会社arma bianca、白泉社、BERSERK FILM PARTNERS
Interpret on the spot simply by speaking, even without a signal. VoiceTrans+, a fully on-device multilingual voice interpretation app that requires no internet connection, launches
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Two-way voice interpretation in 19 languages
AI model (approximately 2.6GB / standard
Approximately 3.7GB / high accuracy
Annual plans from ¥1,500
A Pro version for specialized uses is also available for ¥8,000 per year
[Free to watch / Registration open] Webinar announcement for those looking to turn human capital management into “execution capability” (Aug. 4; archived stream available Aug. 6)
TOPPAN obtains certification to an international standard for privacy information management systems for its personal information management and distribution platform MyAnchor®
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Initial certification registration date: June 23, 2026
From “several years” of training to “1 day.” Fukuoka’s pioneer of Kanto-style yakitori, 焼き鳥 貴, will temporarily close its restaurant to offer hands-on training that fully passes on its techniques, launching the “Yakitori Master’s Association” in earnest in August!
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Butchering more than 24 kinds of rare cuts
1-day, 10-hour course (at 貴; materials included): 165,000 yen
1-day, 10-hour course (off-site; customer pays for materials; 貴 covers transportation): 154,000 yen
2-day off-site course (7 hours × 2 days; transportation and accommodation included): 220,000 yen
2-day course at 貴 (7 hours × 2 days; materials included): 242,000 yen
“Frequency of heavy rain (approximately 70%)” stands out, but more than 40% also notice changes in “rain intensity” and “disaster risk.” Awareness of “flood barriers” has also risen by just under 15 percentage points
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People who feel that “heavy rain is occurring more frequently”