[Bringing Japanese craftsmanship to the world] "Soi YIPUN" to open in Chatuchak, Bangkok, in October 2026. Seeking vendors from companies, local governments, and creators nationwide
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Scheduled to open in October 2026
Site area: approximately 1.13 square kilometers
Approximately 15,000 or more shops and stalls
Weekend attendance is said to be 200,000 to 300,000
Just send a photo of your foot shape from your smartphone! A professional selects the right pair for you. Functional insoles "aSole" now on sale in Japan
R Tree Innovation to gradually release its "Methodology for Business Transformation," key to organization-led business transformation, for Japanese companies
Japan's first coconut specialty store, ココウェル, to launch "Coco Crunch," a new snack made with more than 90% organic coconut, on World Coconut Day, September 2. A portion of sales will go toward scholarships for children in the Philippines
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Made with more than 90% organic coconut ingredients
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Suggested retail price: 540 yen (tax included)
Net weight: 60 g
A specialty store with 22 years of experience working with coconuts
Toshimasa Takahashi's column featured in the opening essay, "Platanus," in Weekly Japan Medical News
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半導体Jobエージェント surpasses 1,000 registered users. Drawing on the expertise of former semiconductor engineers, it has built a proprietary talent pool to address hiring challenges at semiconductor-related companies.
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66% are semiconductor engineers ready to contribute immediately
16 years of experience as a semiconductor engineer
Suzuka Kanai, Director of the Professional Services Division 1 at 株式会社ブリッジワン, to speak at the 8th Cross-Industry Networking Event [Enzukuri-kai], hosted by Tokyo Appraisal
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There were 4 bankruptcies among tax accountant and accounting firms in the first half of 2026
25 years of opening up the future of the industry with wooden products from Sabae, a production center for 越前漆器. Wooden goods brand “Hacoa” will launch its 25th anniversary project on Saturday, Aug. 1, 2026
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The brand celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2026
A commemorative product limited to 25 pieces, showcasing traditional techniques
Business card case “Card Case Gentle” Price: 16,830 yen (tax included)
Key holder “KEYRING 001” Price: 2,530 yen (tax included)
Participation fee: 9,350 yen (tax included)
A gift for members who spend at least 3,300 yen (tax included) during the campaign
A gift for members who spend at least 10,000 yen (tax included) during the campaign
株式会社DREAM PONY donates to the New International Welfare College, launching an initiative to support a place that “trains the next generation of welfare professionals”
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Approximately 2.72 million care workers will be needed in fiscal 2040
There were approximately 2.15 million care workers in fiscal 2022
An additional approximately 570,000 workers will be needed
Approximately 2.4 million workers will be needed as of fiscal 2026
46.2% of cryptocurrency investors have considered or switched exchanges because of fees; the top reason for considering fees high is “withdrawal fees,” at 26.4%
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“Withdrawal fees are high” was the most common response at 26.4%
Of these, 115 people (22.3% of the total) had already switched
“The fee structure is hard to understand” was cited by 22.7%
“I am concerned about how it relates to taxes” was cited by 30.7%
GMOコイン 15.1%
Coincheck 14.0%
bitFlyer 12.4%
Exchanges currently used (multiple answers allowed): GMOコイン 23.9%
Coincheck 20.8%
bitFlyer 15.9%
Generation Z (52.0%) was 14.0 percentage points higher than the Bubble and New Human generations (38.0%)
SOYOKAZE, with 1.1万 employees, introduces an early wage payment system to improve hiring conditions and enhance employee benefits; operations begin in August 2026
Free webinar: Daihatsu × Honda × Teradata | How will AI change car development, and how will organizations change? | Live stream on Sept. 2 (Wed.) at 13:30
From cosmopolitan Shanghai to the hell of the atomic bomb: “Shanghai 1937: Eve of War” chronicles the events leading up to the catastrophic outbreak of war between Japan, China and the United States
Event report: Co-hosted with あずさ監査法人, the “Networking Event for Business Leaders and CxOs” brought together about 30 startup executives aiming for an IPO!
Held Aug. 9–16: A 30-minute practical guide to “ChatGPT advertising,” which will shape second-half customer acquisition strategies—free webinar on generative AI advertising, offered on 3 dates!
Labor and social security attorney warning: Careless failure to submit can result in a fine of up to 500,000 yen. Risks of retroactive claims if you forget to submit the July “standard remuneration report,” and urgent steps companies should take
New T-shirts from the TV anime ブルーロック go on sale at Animate stores nationwide and through Animate’s online store on Aug. 8! Featuring newly drawn illustrations of Isagi, Rin and 8 others
[Starting Aug. 5] “Color Choice,” an event featuring colorful items in a variety of materials, designed to make choosing fun, will be held at BASIC AND ACCENT stores nationwide.
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Starting Aug. 5, 2026, BASIC AND ACCENT will hold “Color Choice,” an event featuring colorful lifestyle goods, at its stores nationwide and online. With the joy of choosing as its theme, the event will showcase items made from a range of materials and attract consumer interest.
[Survey] The role of soundproof homes is changing. Demand for soundproofing is expanding beyond playing instruments to video streaming, gaming commentary and working from home
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A “Longitudinal Survey on Soundproofing (conducted in June 2026)” was carried out among 600 men and women aged 20 to 60 nationwide.
“Playing musical instruments” remained the most common response at 56.49%.
“Hobbies such as watching movies and listening to music” accounted for 46.50%.
“Working from home and web conferences” accounted for 39%.
“Video streaming and gaming commentary” accounted for 32.49%.
The number of people currently waiting to move in (LINE official account registrants) has exceeded 17,000.
The average annual occupancy rate remains at 99.3%.
[Back by popular demand in August] Peak summer brings a rush of salon bookings! First-time hair appointments through Nailie Beauty are effectively up to half price
A temple that has comforted travelers at Okabe-juku on the Old Tokaido for centuries launches new perpetual memorial graves and tree burials to address modern concerns about graves
[Survey on long-distance Obon road trips] “Temperature differences between the front and rear seats” and “smartphone battery and overheating issues” caused by heat waves and traffic jams! What comfortable gadgets can ease stress in the car?
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The survey found that 78.7% of respondents were dissatisfied with the air-conditioning environment in their cars.
As many as 48.9%—about half of respondents—said they had experienced trouble or felt flustered while driving.
The item is highly popular, with 36.2% of survey respondents saying they would like to purchase it as a comfort-enhancing product.
A high-output car charger is an essential road-trip item that 25.5% of respondents are eager to purchase.
Reduce charging waits with combined maximum output of 130 W: “CARZEL cigarette lighter socket”
Provides wireless fast charging at up to 15 W while effectively “cooling” the smartphone itself.
[Media coverage requests and materials available] Elementary, middle and high school students from across Japan taking part in the 19th Nippon Scout Jamboree to hold street fundraisers and participate in peace education programs
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Roadside Station Tatara Shimanami Park, Omishima: August 5, 6, 8 and 9, 10:00–14:00
In front of the Machinami Cultural Exchange Center in Onomichi Shopping Street: August 5, 6, 8 and 9, 10:00–14:00
Fukuyama Castle Park: August 8 and 9, 10:00–14:00
August 5, 13:30– Visit to the Hiroshima Peace Memorial (Atomic Bomb Dome)
14:00– Dedication of paper cranes in front of the Children’s Peace Monument
15:00– Visit to the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
August 6, Attend the Peace Memorial Ceremony
More than 6,000万人 members are active in 176 countries and regions around the world.
[日本蓄電池株式会社] Begins receiving power at the NC Omaezaki City Ikeshinden Battery Storage Facility, a grid-scale battery storage facility in Omaezaki, Shizuoka Prefecture
【Koh Gen Do 2026 Coffret】Featuring the award-winning glossy, dewy-skin® foundation! Special anniversary collection celebrating 40 years, on sale November 2, 2026 (Monday)
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A special anniversary collection celebrating 40 years
【香川オリーブガイナーズ】Enjoy music, baseball and comedy all at once on Saturday, August 15. Maki Ohguro will perform live and throw the first pitch, and comedy duo “二者面談” will also appear
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Saturday, August 15, 2026
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Original17:00頃から大黒摩季さんによる「Special Live」を開催
Formed in 2023
Reached the second round for 2 consecutive years in 2024 and 2025
A total of 29 players have gone on to NPB and overseas professional leagues
Collect costumes of your favorite characters! “Mini Cos Charm -Disney Princess-,” which can also be used as a key chain or interior decoration, goes on sale
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Price: 1,980 yen (including tax)
Release date: September 26, 2026 (Saturday)
Advance sales at the “Disney THE MARKET 2026 Tokyo/Nihonbashi Mitsukoshi venue” from August 5 (Wednesday) to 16 (Sunday), 2026