Fortune-teller Love Me Do, a familiar face across numerous media outlets, makes a songwriting and singing debut! Lucky song “The Voice of the Stars Is Audible: Song of the 12 Zodiac Signs”
Level up from beginner to intermediate! Practical AI Agent Development with Python and TypeScript published in the Izumi of Technology series, July release
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E-book edition: 1,800 yen (before tax)
Print edition: 2,000 yen (before tax)
166 pages of text
Series cumulative total tops 80 million copies
Companies mentioned：株式会社インプレス、インプレス NextPublishing、インプレスR&D、株式会社インプレスホールディングス、Amazon、楽天koboイーブックストア、Apple Books、紀伊國屋書店 Kinoppy、Google Play Store、honto電子書籍ストア、Sony Reader Store、BookLive!、BOOK☆WALKER、BOOK TECH
[4th anniversary] AGORA Hon-atsugi, an entrepreneurship support hub directly connected to Hon-Atsugi Station, launches its “4th Anniversary Campaign” on Saturday, August 1, offering a free membership fee and first month of use! Save up to 40,000 yen
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4th anniversary of launch
Up to 39,800 yen in total
The regular 10,000-yen membership fee is now 0 yen
The first month’s monthly usage fee is also 0 yen (up to 29,800 yen off)
Shoe fitter Yasuo Sato, who has tried on more than 100 types of insoles, explains after using it for 6 months: “Corefix,” a Japanese-made insole developed through joint research by PRAIA and Professor Ryosuke Kuroda of 神戸大学
RecUp, the AI scouting service ranked No. 1 in the construction industry by number of adopting companies, launches a service website specializing in construction industry hiring challenges
[Media coverage] Our Chief Care Officer Takeshi Koba appears in the human resources and labor journal 『労政時報』 (Issue 4123), explaining support for balancing work and caregiving based on insights and data from more than 2,000 real-life consultations
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“Balancing work and caregiving consultations” conducted for company employees, 400 cases annually
Approximately 7.7% of employees are already involved in caregiving
Approximately 19.2% are in the “imminent” group
The “near-future” group accounts for 27.7%
“Pre-caregiving (not certified)” accounts for 46.1%
Achieve phone DX without replacing your business phone system: rental service launched for “MOT/PBX M-V3+B,” which lets you use your company number on a smartphone
[Original survey] More than 70% of Taiwanese logistics companies are open to partnering with competitors. Insights report details “collaborative networks” to overcome labor shortages
Abe Yoando Pharmaceutical to launch new “Yoando 13 Lotion” and “Yoando 13 Milk” on August 8 (Sat.). Its proprietary formula, “Senolivital 13*¹,” is at the core of development.
Beat the summer heat in an elegant space ~ Refresh your mind and body, while supporting inner health with an amazake koji drink: “Detox Full-Body Treatment” available for August only ~
Application of the Disaster Relief Act in connection with the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake
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The dedicated toll-free number is listed below. We can answer questions from WOWOW customers, including those who are unable to view services due to the disaster. 0120-814-619 (hours: 9:00-20:00 / open daily)
Meikikou launches new “移動式段差らく～だⅡ”! Streamlines logistics loading and unloading with a 1-ton capacity and 1.5-meter lift. Mobile lift for eliminating level differences
[Dexerials] Creating next-generation solutions to support advances in AI and autonomous driving: 3 products supporting displays worldwide have ranked No. 1 in global market share for 7 consecutive years
“黒毛和牛 善,” the first China location, backed and joined by Invalink representative 燕楠 as its largest shareholder, surpasses 2.47 million yuan in cumulative transaction value less than 1 month after opening
Launch of MALAYGOHAN, a food media platform for finding carefully selected restaurants popular with foreigners in Malaysia
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Features about 150 carefully selected restaurants at launch
Our gourmet media, the “GOHANシリーズ,” is expanding into its 4th country, following Thailand, Vietnam and Singapore.
The “GOHANシリーズ” has grown into a food media network for foreigners featuring more than 1,100 carefully selected restaurants across 4 ASEAN countries (Thailand, Vietnam, Singapore and Malaysia).
Companies mentioned：Action First Japan, Inc.、MALAYGOHAN、GOHANシリーズ、THAIGOHAN、VIETGOHAN、SINGOHAN、GohanMe
“I want to be able to make a pair of glasses with my own hands.” An online information session for people with this goal will be held on August 28, 2026
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Has continued manufacturing eyeglass frames for more than 100 years
Manufacturing eyeglass frames involves more than 200 processes
Employees: 58 (as of July 1, 2026)
August 28, 2026
Time: 19:00–20:00
Nominated for 2 consecutive years, 2023 and 2024
Won a design award and the grand prize at iOFT 2025
Opened OPTIQ TAILOR, a store attached to its own factory, in February 2024
Companies mentioned：佐々木セルロイド工業所、Sasaki Kamon Series KAORU、SILMO d'Or、iOFT、OPTIQ TAILOR
A subscription service is now available from HANDELS VÄGEN, the additive-free craft ice cream brand, delivering seasonal recommendations handpicked by ice cream experts.
[Survey on seniors’ attitudes] Despite soaring vegetable prices, about 40% say they prioritize vegetables by reducing the amount they buy. Health concerns over a lack of vegetables affect 90%. コスモラボ surveys 1,482 seniors
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“No change” (56.7%) was the most common response
Reached about 90%
“I’d prefer to make up the shortfall with natural foods, if possible” (39.6%) was the most common response
First in the prefecture: After 30 years of responding to customer needs locally, a growing rental service adopts “i-Rental 点検” to improve inspection efficiency (Niigata Prefecture)
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Established: March 1996
Established: May 12, 2014
Officially released a new feature in January 2026 to support legally required “specified self-inspections”
A fair where you can explore a style that suits you through a mock wedding ceremony, wedding meal tasting, and outfit fitting, with options including a ceremony, photos, and a reception
46.0% of men say they have had feelings for a woman but couldn’t date her | A survey finds the reasons include lack of confidence, circumstances, and differences in values, and examines the traits of women men hesitate to date [ハッピーメール survey]
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46.0% of men say they have had feelings for a woman but couldn’t date her
A new series, “Traveling Fruit Jelly,” inspired by “Traveling Maison.” The first offering lets you savor whole lemons from れもんだにのうえん in Setoda, Hiroshima.
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“Traveling Fruit Jelly: Setoda Lemon,” 3-piece pack, 2,916 yen including tax
[飛驒高山美術館] Opening report | The vitality in the works of great masters, connected by their perspectives on nature: “Masters of Japonisme and Art Nouveau: Eastern and Western Views of Nature”
“BOSS×ポケモン３０周年 第２弾” launches “ボス 歴戦の微糖,” a new product to inspire all workers who have overcome many challenges. Campaign also offers prizes including “歴戦のボスＧジャン”!
【愛知県 × eiicon】Themes set for 8 companies participating in “TECH MEETS,” a demonstration support program geared toward implementation! Recruitment begins for co-creation partners with advanced digital technologies!
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Up to 4 million yen (tax included) in demonstration expenses will be covered
Built on a corporate network of more than 39,000 companies to date
We have created more than 100,000 matchmaking opportunities to date.
We support open innovation at more than 164 leading companies across a wide range of industries, including automotive and mobility, electronics and manufacturing, telecommunications, finance and insurance, and food and consumer goods.
Selected 140 companies in more than 20 prefectures
【オリーブの丘】A seasonal message from オリーブの丘! A refreshing, chilled menu available for August only: “Chilled Capellini with Red Shrimp, Lemon and Garlic” now on sale
Only 3 days left!! Special discount campaign for repeat examinees targeting 2027 certification as a real estate appraiser ends July 31 (Fri.)! A substantial additional discount on the repeat-examinee discount, plus a “pass refund program,” provides strong support for students starting over
Check your company’s “AX status” at the entrance to an AI trade show! — AICX Association to conduct its “AX Phase Assessment” for the first time at “AI・人工知能EXPO NEO” —
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Event dates: Aug. 5–6, 2026 (Wed. and Thu.), 10:00–17:00
Free webinar for business planning and corporate strategy departments to be held again: “The Future of Open Innovation / M&A Strategy: Building Co-Creation Strategies Through Global Intellectual and Investment Information × Your Company’s Intangible Assets”
YOSHIKI supports areas affected by the Kumamoto Earthquake and wildfires in France and Spain, donating 10 million yen to Kumamoto and a total of 100,000 euros (approximately 18 million yen) to France and Spain
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Donated 10 million yen to 日本赤十字社
A total of 100,000 euros
Approximately ¥18 million
50,000 euros each
Approximately 9 million yen
A total of 500,000 dollars
Approximately ¥78 million
Total: 50 million yen
10 million yen
$100,000
Approximately ¥15.6 million
Approximately ¥15.5 million
Approximately 1
Companies mentioned：YOSHIKI、YOSHIKI Foundation America、日本赤十字社、フランス赤十字社、スペイン赤十字社、POMMERY、Baccarat、MAISON YOSHIKI PARIS、アメリカ赤十字社、ワールド・セントラル・キッチン、MusiCares、Cedars-Sinai、Motion Picture & Television Fund、Hollywood Chamber of Commerce Foundation、Entertainment Community Fund
【1 in 4 people】Meal guidance is one factor in considering leaving a job: survey of 100 people with work experience at nursery schools and kindergartens finds 25.0%
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25.0% left or considered leaving their jobs, citing meal guidance as one factor (15.0% actually quit)
Even with a 10,000-yen monthly pay cut, 99.0% would choose a school with “no requirement for children to finish their meals”
When the policy is clearly stated in the job listing, 92.0% say it “increases their willingness to apply”
The national average effective job-offer ratio for nursery school teachers is 3.88 times
More than 82% (94 of 114 respondents) said they struggle with “guiding children who are picky eaters or have a limited diet”
Valid responses: 100 people
Survey of 350 parents whose children attend childcare and early childhood education facilities
Of the 350 parents surveyed, 54.9% said they “want to know in advance, when choosing a school, whether it forces children to finish their meals”
Top domestic and international travel destinations for Silver Week — Where will people go during the first extended holiday in 11 years? 阪急交通社 releases rankings —
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Valid responses: 518 people
40% chose “domestic travel”
10% chose “international travel”
12% chose “both domestic and international travel”
Orders open for trading chibi-character acrylic stands and other items in the Summer Festival ver. from the TV anime Dandadan!! Available through AMNIBUS, which sells original anime and manga merchandise.
Wins 6th place in the 2026 Best Workplaces for Young Employees ranking! Angellux’s organizational revolution overturns conventions in the beauty industry
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6th place
Age 34 and under
The 50-person wall
6 stores nationwide
3 stores
No. 1 nationwide
Grand Prix
3rd place
Runner-up Grand Prix
Runner-up Grand Prix
6th
8th place
1st place
Companies mentioned：株式会社アンジェラックス、Great Place To Work® Institute Japan、エステティックグランプリ、FORBES JAPAN
Gunma’s first “femcare × caregiving” event announced: “Designing My Life 2026,” helping women live fulfilling lives in the 100-year era, to be held Oct. 25
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At JOMO Square in Maebashi, Gunma Prefecture, on Oct. 25, 2026 (Sun.)
Event hours: 10:00–16:00 (final admission at 15:30)
Free shuttle bus “SAPPORO Night BUS” offers views of Sapporo at night! Geigi from さっぽろ名妓連 welcome passengers. Experience Sapporo’s unique nighttime attractions.
Selected for Ehime Prefecture’s DX implementation project “Triangle Ehime 2.0”; the only selected project in the agriculture, forestry and fisheries sector under the general category, and the only one from a business based in the prefecture
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17 projects selected
507 applications received from across Japan and overseas