Skin-management salon “WHITE AQUA” and at-home herbal peel “Herb Lapeel” launch the “National Clear Skin Improvement Project” jointly. Applications open July 31 for the 1st cohort of skin-management ambassadors
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A track record of counseling 15,000 people annually
Anglers from across Japan gather at the Hiki River, one of western Japan’s finest clear streams: “Ayu no Kuni Wakayama Tomozuri Pair Match” set for September 20, 2026
ユースタイルラボラトリー, which provides care for people with severe disabilities and intractable illnesses, acquires the life-care business from ダイバースホーム. Operations begin August 1 under the new name “ユースタイルリビング所沢”
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Operations will begin under the new name “ユースタイルリビング所沢” on August 1, 2026
Becomes the first unified repair partner across all 9 company-operated rental car locations, which handle 7,000 rentals monthly. Reveals results from introducing a corporate bodywork and paint service that maximizes vehicle utilization!
Capturing “the moment of taking on a challenge” through player trading cards and original merchandise—Taiko Printing sponsors the MIZUNO BASEBALL DREAM CUP Jr. Tournament
Following the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto earthquake, “Felo Search” and “Felo瞬訳” will be provided free of charge to local governments and support organizations assisting affected areas
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The Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake that occurred on July 28, 2026
The costumed character のれっぴ® makes its debut at a birthday party for the official character “のれっぴ®.” First public appearance at “お米となかよしパーク” on August 18, Rice Day!!
With its “Future Innovation COMPANY” vision, MIC creates time for customers through digital × physical experiences; research coverage begins on 8/4 | Next-generation equity research “ENVALITH (エンヴァリス)”
Guided by its vision of “bringing true real estate value to Tokyo,” フェイスネットワーク handles everything from property acquisition to management; research coverage begins on 8/12 | Next-generation equity research “ENVALITH (エンヴァリス)”
Guided by its vision of “achieving fairness in the information society,” FRONTEO supports expert judgment with its proprietary AI; research coverage begins on 8/12 | Next-generation equity research “ENVALITH (エンヴァリス)”
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Preview report on financial results for the first quarter of fiscal year ending March 2027
Scheduled for release on August 12, 2026 (Wednesday)
Applications open for “Producer Hub,” the ACFM marketplace held alongside the 釜山国際映画祭, a networking program for producers aiming to develop international co-productions in Asia! Deadline: Monday, August 17
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Companies mentioned:特定非営利活動法人映像産業振興機構(VIPO)、釜山国際映画祭、Asian Contents & Film Market (ACFM)
【First 30 people】Find your favorite chef! Taste, experience, and vote for the signature dishes of 4 young chefs!! “NEXT TABLE Vol.3” dining presentation event on Sunday, 9/6 (Tokyo, Toranomon)
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First 30 applicants
7,000 yen (tax included)
Restaurant bankruptcies hit a record high of 473 cases
Mid- to large-scale wooden building brand “with TREE” and サンケイビル complete and open their first wooden office building, “KiGi AKIHABARA” — a decarbonized, eco-friendly building combining new hybrid timber technology with energy-efficient design
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The volume of timber used totals 61.7m³
CO2 emissions were reduced by approximately 380t through structural design studies
CO2 reductions of 4,371t are projected over an assumed 60-year operating period
[株式会社デイトナ] Extended due to popular demand! The “RESO” intercom trade-in campaign has been extended through October 15, 2026. This is your chance to upgrade your intercom at a great price.
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RESO PILOT PRO standard price: ¥48,400 (tax included)
RESO PILOT NEO standard price: ¥33,000 (tax included)
RESO PILOT LITE standard price: ¥18,700 (tax included)
[Summer vacation independent research] Minecraft turns what you love into learning. 株式会社NIJIN to hold an online exploratory learning school trial for elementary and junior high school students nationwide
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1 month from August 1 (Mon.) through August 31 (Mon.)
Payments and employee benefits in one. Dalian, which operates 4 Chinese restaurants in downtown Yonago, adopts Value Design’s cloud-based proprietary payment service “Value Card”
Beta version released of “Cotomony,” a community for sharing experiences for parents raising children with developmental disabilities or borderline traits
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Interviews conducted with parents of approximately 60 children with developmental disabilities or borderline traits
Addressing challenges in office property marketing, including “failing to convey a property's appeal” and “market feedback not reaching owners” — real estate marketing company “VIEWLITY” established
Furniture brand “CAGUUU” holds an anniversary celebration in appreciation of its customers! Up to 50% off eligible items, plus a prize drawing for Amazon gift cards worth ¥300,000 in total
“Yamato Kogyo Arena Himeji (Himeji City Himeji Super Arena),” a PFI project commissioned by Himeji City, Hyogo Prefecture, with Mitsubishi HC Capital participating, will open on October 1
Led by a university associate professor with 20 years of teaching experience and more than 30 books to their name, the online community “School for Parents” launches on FANTS on August 1
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Appear at 60–100+ educational seminars and training sessions annually
5,980 yen per month (tax included)
Provide operational support for more than 500 communities
Cumulative transaction value surpasses 2.5 billion yen
[Takaki Bakery] No. 1 in customer voting! The stone-oven bread chosen from approximately 7,800 votes as “bread we want to eat again” returns! “Stone-Oven Fig & Walnut Bagel” available for a limited time in August and September
Global prestige brand “SENSAI” makes its Thailand debut and opens an Indonesian flagship store
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On July 31, 2026, the brand will make its debut in Thailand and open a store at CENTRAL Chidlom, a luxury department store in Bangkok.
In mid-August 2026, it will open its 4th store in Indonesia at the Plaza Indonesia department store.
The brand will open its first flagship store in the country as its 4th location in Indonesia.
“SENSAI” has established itself as a luxury brand from Japan, particularly in Europe, and is available in more than 40 countries and regions worldwide.
Companies mentioned:花王株式会社、SENSAI、CENTRAL Chidlom、Plaza Indonesia
What is a third way of working that is neither “job-based” nor “membership-based”? “Your Color: Match Work to People. That’s Why They Shine” goes on sale today!
[Astrae Oratio] Closed beta test sign-ups to open on August 19! New information, including key visuals for the clan “Akina Ghost Story Research Institute,” is being released regularly
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Sign-ups for the closed beta test (CBT) will open on August 19, 2026
Yamaha Music Innovations and the International Society for Music Education launch strategic collaboration
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The announcement will be made at the Innovation Garage Stage of the ISME World Conference Montréal 2026, to be held in Montreal, Canada, from July 26 to 31, 2026.
Application period: August 10–September 21, 2026
In 2025, the company established a corporate venture capital (CVC) fund worth US$50 million and is working to drive innovation and business development in music and the creator sector.
Companies mentioned:ヤマハ株式会社、ヤマハ・ミュージック・イノベーションズ、International Society for Music Education、CommonTime Pathways
[JAF Kagoshima] Sign-ups open for the “Okudosan Experience,” where participants master cooking rice over a wood fire! Create summer memories in Kagoshima, known for its delicious rice.
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JAF members: 3,300 yen (lunch and souvenir included)
Get up to 5,000 yen off stays at inns and hotels in Shibata and Tsukioka Onsen! Reservations for “Ima-Toku Campaign 2026 [Autumn Edition]” open on Saturday, August 1
Family budgets for long-distance drives have increased from last year, with the average amount families are willing to spend on a drive involving an overnight stay exceeding 40,000 yen: “2026 Survey on Family Long-Distance Drives”
[Sayama, Saitama Prefecture] The Sayama Iruma River Tanabata Festival, counted among the “Three Great Tanabata Festivals of Kanto,” takes place this weekend, August 1 (Sat.) and 2 (Sun.)! A spectacular combination of approximately 100 bamboo and “yarai” decorations and fireworks
[Featured in the drama “Until the T-Shirt Dries”] Reprint announced for Yukio Mishima’s “Thirst for Love” (新潮文庫), featuring the original cover shown in the drama!
Give remodeling sales an AI right-hand partner. Remodeling sales DX service “即決革命” refreshes its brand. Soken proposes a new sales style for the AI era
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Hours: 9:00–18:00 (excluding Saturdays, Sundays and holidays)
少数株ドットコム’s 裕 Yamanaka on “Forbes Georgia’s 100 Richest,” installment 24: Zurab Zurabishvili, an investor holding an independent 20% stake between 2 families. Examining the balance of the capital structure amid headwinds from a shrinking tobacco market
Why doesn't pregnancy occur even after repeated intracytoplasmic sperm injections? “The Truth: Blind Spots in Fertility Treatment” reveals the hidden truth about sperm
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List price: 2,200 yen (2,000 yen plus tax)
Has worked in human sperm research and fertility treatment for about 40 years
Hidden abnormal sperm were found in about 80% of them
The diagnosis rate for autism spectrum disorder is about 2 times higher
An extremely small number of sperm, less than 1/100 of that used in conventional in vitro fertilization
Companies mentioned:クロスメディア・パブリッシング、クロスメディアグループ株式会社、KURODA International Medical Reproduction、東京大学、福島県立医科大学
[Camper Van Comparison Navi] June page-view rankings announced! Just before the peak of summer, interest is surging in models featuring “heatstroke prevention” and “air conditioning”
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Rental rates up to 10% off
Booking period: July 31, 2026 (Friday)–August 10, 2026 (Monday)
Discount period: August 1, 2026 (Saturday)–August 31, 2026 (Monday)
Collaboration with popular food-challenge YouTuber ぞうさんパクパク, who has 1.16 million subscribers! The 3-Yodobashi-store joint “Eat Your Way Through Yodobashi Gourmet! Yodobashi Pakupaku Receipt Campaign” starts Saturday, August 1