A seminar titled “Fundamentals of Human Resources System Design and Points to Note in Its Operation,” led by Takahisa Saito, HR consultant at 斉藤社会保険労務士事務所, will be held on September 17, 2026 (Thursday)!!
The animal kingdom’s beloved “middle-aged guy” is back! New orders for the marmot merchandise that’s been making waves on social media, following its huge success!
Solve past exam questions with ease: “Frequently Tested Real Estate Transaction Specialist Exam Topics,” an on-demand course covering key points and trick questions, launches July 29. Shigeo Osawa, known for his unique lectures, shares tips for spotting traps in the actual exam
【Expanding nationwide】『お陽さまテックのえねこ』 establishes an online sales department. Launches nationwide service and new recruitment following a revamp of its sales structure
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The goal is to improve the lives of 1 million households
Specialty charcoal-grilled steak restaurant “BEEFIMPACT” to launch the limited-time “Harami Steak Fest 2026” at all its Hokkaido locations starting Aug. 1, 2026!
[GRAND survey] “Golf fans” are about 2.0 times more likely to be at department-head level or above | 16.0% of GRAND viewers; adoption inquiries are about 2.8 times higher (n=1,036)
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16.0% of GRAND viewers
9.6% at executive level or above (about 1.9 times)
81.3% involved in adoption decisions (about 1.7 times)
A summer vacation connecting “the ocean and society” for children with disabilities! NPO法人MORE企画 and 放課後等デイサービスみつばち to hold a marine environmental learning project. Foster connections with the community through hands-on experiences to “see, protect and create” the ocean.
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Held 3 times during the summer vacation
Exhibition scheduled to be held at Ito City Hall in December 2026
As a general rule, after-school day services are available to those up to age 18
(Update and changes to disclosed information) 売れるネット広告社グループ (9235) establishes crypto-asset payment company “GANECCI” — the world's 5th, and the world's first non-custodial next-generation payment infrastructure
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Global crypto-asset market estimated at around ¥600 trillion
Domestic cashless payment market estimated at around ¥130 trillion
Applications now open for donations to municipalities in Kumamoto Prefecture to support recovery from the 令和8年熊本地震 through corporate hometown tax donations
The election period runs from July 29 (Wed.) through Aug. 23 (Sun.).
<10 days of voting (30 stamps total)> “Original wallpaper” featuring a panel of cast-member candidates (all participants)
<20 days of voting (60 stamps total)> “A signed instant photo of 1 favorite cast member of your choice” selected from the candidates (10 winners by lottery)
<Daily voting throughout the period (78 stamps total)> “A video of 1 favorite cast member of your choice saying your name” selected from the candidates (5 winners by lottery)
A special newly shot poster is unveiled featuring all candidates holding their favorite “一平ちゃん” from among 4 varieties.
Making its first stop in Hokkaido! Popular Taiwanese bedding brand SLEEPY TOFU sponsors and sets up a booth at “超縁日 supported by SLEEPY TOFU,” a festival at エスコンフィールドHOKKAIDO
工事士.com, a job site specializing in the electrical and facilities industries, significantly revamps its job pages with a layout that lets job seekers quickly see whether a job is right for them
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The effective job-opening-to-applicant ratio for electrical workers is 3.81 times
“For someone special, just like sending flowers.” Maple Fleur, a new product from maple confectionery specialty shop HELLO MAPLI(ハローメイプリ), goes on sale Aug. 1.
Throat deterioration can lead to aspiration pneumonia and being bedridden — A specialist who has treated more than 40,000 people explains new habits to prevent “throat frailty” in “Healthy Throat Habits for a Long Life,” on sale July 30
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Original1日5分
List price: 1,760 yen (tax included)
A5 size, 128 pages
More than 70% of pneumonia cases among older adults
New pachinko machine “P HANE BASTARD!! -God of Destruction in the Dark-” launches as the first “KUGITAMA” title! Plus, 3 simulator game titles released simultaneously!
[AI-driven development] XRSPACE to hold a “Perxona AI Avatar Builder Workshop” in Tokyo, enabling participants from beginners to engineers to build and publish AI avatars
Voltage is exhibiting at the Kanda Myojin Summer Festival again this year! Real-life event “Summer Romance 2026 ~Enjoy the Summer Festival with Him~ feat. Kanda Summer Festival” to be held on Aug. 8 and 9
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Original2026年8月8日(土)~9日(日)
“Cup Ice Chibi” featuring a total of 77 characters
【Available for catch-up viewing on TVer (through 7/31) and YouTube】A record of an 18-year-old and their mother facing “A-T,” a rare disease affecting 1 in 100,000, in a 9-year intimate documentary
A melt-in gel for skin you’ll want to touch the next morning. “CC One Asta Serum,” a gel serum formulated with liposomes to enhance absorption, launches
“Where is that loaner car now?” It’s time to stop scratching your head in front of a whiteboard. “DAISUKE-kun,” a loaner car management app created by a working car dealer, launches as a smartphone app!
A “recruitment bus” hits the streets of Hyogo! “Companies that attract people use social media!” Torepro promotes the importance of social media recruitment with a Shinki Bus wrap advertisement
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Approximately 50 hires through TikTok
Still receiving approximately 20 applications every month
Web3 game “Meteon Run” donates relief funds and supplies to areas affected by the earthquake on Mindanao Island in the Philippines. Emergency humanitarian aid delivered in coordination with international service organizations and others.
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Earthquake with a seismic intensity of upper 6
60,000 downloads
Relief funds totaling 87,000 Philippine pesos
Companies mentioned:Meteon Run、LIONS CLUB、Rotary Club of Pasay Eco City、ADVOCACY HELP IN THE PHILIPPINES、HR HELP IN THE PHILIPPINES、TAX HELP IN THE PHILIPPINES、ACPAPP RIZAL CHAPTER、SPACE TECH GAMING LLC、METEON GAMES
【The dividing line in flyer response rates】Consumers perceive a 2.4 times difference in value between “20% OFF” and “1,000 yen OFF”! Data reveals the formula for flyers that drive action
The 2nd installment of the popular amulet-making experience, “Monthly Amulet Pouch”! August features a limited-edition sunflower design to brighten the summer [一畑山薬師寺]
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Starting Saturday, August 1, 2026
Participation fee: 1,000 yen
With prayer service and sacred spring water tickets: 2,000 yen
[More than 100 million lenses sold cumulatively] airlens(エアレンズ)introduces its first-ever toric 1-day clear contact lenses, long awaited by customers. “For clear vision that’s less prone to blurring and fatigue.” 30 lenses per box, ¥1,936 (tax included)
2 employees win in the Cloud & AI Platforms category of the “Microsoft Top Partner Engineer Award 2026” — recognized for advanced generative AI expertise and continued delivery of value
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2 JTP employees win in the “Cloud & AI Platforms” category
More than 500 employees use Azure OpenAI
Supports the safe use of generative AI at more than 140 companies and organizations
[Research findings] A dual approach using 2 sugar-derived ingredients repairs the inside of hair. The ingredients act on different structures and have a synergistic effect in restoring the strength of damaged hair.
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The “2026 Annual Meeting of the Society of Fiber Science and Technology, Japan,” held on June 18, 2026
[91% retention rate; supporting more than 210 companies] Maximize Meta ad performance! Shinker provides end-to-end support, from strategy and creative development to campaign management and landing page optimization
Joint tax-free counter with アリオ倉敷 opens at 三井アウトレットパーク 倉敷, making the area around Kurashiki Station a tax-free shopping district. “PIE VAT Station,” installed at 26 commercial facilities and among the market leaders
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Tax-free counters installed at 26 commercial facilities in Japan
Tax-free counter “PIE VAT Station (Pie Vi-ei-ti Station)” opens on July 22, 2026
The new tax-free system (refund method) takes effect on November 1, 2026
Companies mentioned:株式会社Pie Systems Japan、三井不動産商業マネジメント株式会社、株式会社クリエイトリンク、Pie Systems Inc.、三井アウトレットパーク 倉敷、アリオ倉敷
[Limited to the first 50 people] Energy industry executive community “Energy CxO” to hold seminar on “The Big Picture and Practice of Battery Storage Utilization | Future Outlook for Grid-Scale Storage and the Front Lines of Co-located Solar and Customer-Sited Batteries”
Carbon EX releases the July 2026 issue of “Carbon EX Insights,” featuring Scope 1 and 2 reduction strategies for a new era in decarbonization management
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GHG emissions fall below 1 billion tons
Investment framework worth 370 trillion yen
Based on real feedback from more than 1000 companies
Popular summer retreat Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort adopts the “fanqlo” air-conditioned blouson, combining fashion and functionality, as staff uniforms for the summer season!
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Average morning temperature in August is about 20°C
Resort admission ticket (includes round-trip gondola and 5-line South Lift): 2,900 yen for adults
[unify] New arrival! The beauty of delicate apple embroidery and dependable practicality with a charm, all in one. Add elegant glamour to your style with a grown-up charm that isn't too sweet. A bag you'll reach for on summer outings, from short neighborhood trips to days out.
Aqua Star to fully roll out its “Creator Coordination Service,” connecting companies and creators, and promote visual strategies co-created with creators.
[Oisix Niigata] “Nishi Ward Day” set for the Hayate series from 8/11-13! A packed event lineup includes a ceremonial first pitch by player Ryusei Yamada, Ryu Koshino and Ayano Yamada, plus a Nishi Ward food booth
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Original8月11・12・13日にHARD OFF ECOスタジアム新潟で行われるハヤテベンチャーズ静岡戦
Ceremonial first pitches by 3 special guests: player Ryusei Yamada, Ryu Koshino and Ayano Yamada
Companies mentioned:オイシックス新潟アルビレックス・ベースボール・クラブ、オイシックス株式会社、HARD OFF ECOスタジアム新潟、ハヤテベンチャーズ静岡、SSCチアリーディングスクール、たからやま醸造、Shitamichi HD、NPO法人Lily&Marry’S
[All Today | Survey Report] About 80% say they have “not returned after their 2nd visit”! An in-depth comparison of reasons for not returning, contrasting people with and without a favorite shop
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The survey found that about 80% of respondents had stopped visiting after their first visit.
“The taste, quality or technique fell short of expectations (63.2%)”
“I was dissatisfied with the customer service or service experience (54.7%)”
“I felt the price was not worth it (too expensive) (53.0%)”
“The taste, quality or technique fell short of expectations (56.5%)”
“I felt the price was not worth it (too expensive) (53.6%)”
“I was dissatisfied with the customer service or service experience (45.2%)”
[Number of survey respondents] 1,011 people (①503 people / ②508 people)