[September 16 (Wed), 19:00] Update your fall marketing strategy — practical study session in Shibuya for 20 brand and in-house marketers to learn about LTV and brand strategy!
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KOBUSHI MARKETING will hold a study session for brand marketers in Shibuya on September 16, 2026. The event will offer a practical setting for learning about LTV and brand strategy.
[ベルアメール] The chocolatier presents an autumn/winter collection celebrating the changing season. New caramel cakes and bonbons chocolat go on sale starting August 26 (Wed).
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Caramel cake, 1 piece: ¥378 (tax included)
Caramel cake, 5 pieces: ¥2,160 (tax included)
Caramel cake & chestnut gift set S: ¥3,456 (tax included)
Caramel cake & chestnut gift set M: ¥4,644 (tax included)
Japanese chestnut fondant chocolat, 1 piece: ¥562 (tax included)
Bonbon chocolat, 1 piece: ¥324 (tax included)
Chocolat gift set, 4 pieces: ¥1,512 (tax included)
Chocolat gift set, 6 pieces: ¥2,160 (tax included)
Chocolat gift set, 10 pieces: ¥3,564 (tax included)
Chocolat gift set, 20 pieces: ¥6,804 (tax included)
保険クリニック® reaches 300 locations! “Family Peace of Mind: Summer Fatigue Refresh Campaign” launches August 12
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保険クリニック has launched a summer campaign to mark reaching 300 locations, offering gifts produced by Hiroshi Fujioka. The campaign strengthens its position as a leading in-person insurance shop company.
Families can try making rice burgers by hand during summer vacation; participants share ways to use locally sourced rice — August 26 (Wed) [Tokyo]
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Pal System Tokyo will hold a family rice-burger-making event on August 26. A participant instructor will teach food education and highlight the value of locally sourced rice. The initiative is recognized for combining support for domestic agriculture with food education.
Meet former Yakult manager Shingo Takatsu in person! “Shingo Takatsu Fan Fest.” featuring a two-shot photo and talk show for all attendees, to be held September 20 at TEPIA Hall in Tokyo
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S seats: ¥20,000 (tax included)
A seats: ¥15,000 (tax included)
Companies mentioned：東京ヤクルトスワローズ、オー・エム・エスマネージメント株式会社、Event Professional Baseball
“What should you do about outings with your pet in this heat?” A pet carrier designed for summer travel, with room for a handheld fan. A new charcoal gray color that blends with your outfit is also available.
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Price: ¥7,980 (tax included)
Size: Approx. 36.5 cm wide × 24.5 cm deep × 43 cm high
77.2% of people seeking marriage want support in understanding themselves just as much as they want help finding a partner. Personal matchmaking パーソナル婚活 naco-do launches a new session to help participants “gain a deeper understanding of the marriage they want.”
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“A system that narrows down candidates who are a good fit for me” (79.8%)
Among those who said, “I can put into my own words what I want in a marriage partner,” the figure was 76.6% among those who were able to continue their search for a partner (74.4%).
The figure was just 45.3% among those who said, “I’m quite exhausted and sometimes want to quit” or “I feel I’ve reached my limit” (25.6%).
The same survey (Part 1) also found that approximately 80% of single people currently seeking a partner experience psychological and physical strain.
The neighborhood-brightening bakery TERRAS, where a children’s bread-making class filled up the same day it was announced. Children took on the challenge of making 4 types of bread alongside a baker: “The bread I made myself tasted like love.”
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Took on the challenge of making 4 types of bread
Approximately 100 types of bread are available every day
Of the 10 groups who responded to the post-event survey, 6 groups
NPO法人AlonAlon (Chairman: Satoshi Nabe; farm: Futtsu City, Chiba Prefecture) developed a “premium dessert” featuring generous amounts of Futtsu-grown mangoes cultivated without pesticides during the growing period, in collaboration with a renowned local establishment.
Gamma Tip, an “Densiti” skin-tightening treatment available exclusively through SBC, to be introduced at Shonan Beauty Clinic Shinjuku Main Clinic starting Wednesday, Aug. 12
Green Carbon株式会社 signs a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with タインホア農業研究所 to promote methane reduction in rice cultivation in Thanh Hoa Province, Vietnam
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This partnership will run for 10 years, from 2024 to 2034
Aims to expand to 100,000 ha by 2035
In domestic rice paddies (midseason drainage), approximately 6,220 t of credits were generated in fiscal 2023, the first and largest-scale effort of its kind in Japan
Approximately 40,000ha (approximately 65,000t) in fiscal 2024
Approximately 65,000ha (approximately 65,000t) in fiscal 2025
Approximately 90,000 ha (approximately 95,000 t) in fiscal 2026
Launched Japan’s first J-Credit program registration in the dairy sector, generating 6,749 t in fiscal 2026
Companies mentioned：Green Carbon株式会社、タインホア農業研究所、Thanh Hoa Agricultural Institute
A child’s idea of “a prize I wish existed” becomes a real product! The “Every Nyan Plush,” which won 1st place in the children’s division of the Original Idea Grand Prize, is finally being made into a prize!
An “ALL ¥10,000 and Under” section is also coming! A “Sample Sale POP-UP” featuring everything from the latest Korean and Chinese brands to high-end labels opens at BUYMA studio SHIBUYA starting Tue., Aug. 18
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ALL ¥10,000 and Under section
More than 240,000 personal shoppers
Membership has surpassed 12.11 million
The number of items has topped 6.3 million
Counterfeit rate below 0.0022%
Companies mentioned：BUYMA、Balenciaga、JACQUEMUS、COACH、ELBORN、Ganni、Valextra、SCULPTOR、COYSEIO、ILLIGO、LUV IS TRUE、ECODAY、MASONPRINCE、株式会社エニグモ
[New Release] It’s cool to be able to say both “Help me” and “Thank you”! 『ありがとうをはんぶんこ』, an inspiring illustrated story for early elementary school students, ships on 8/12! Perfect for summer reading!
『タレントパワーランキング』 announces its ranking of male actors in their 20s who are popular with Generation Z! The 426th ranking feature on the WEB site 『タレントパワーランキング』!
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1280 celebrities selected
Approximately 330 people selected for the image survey
“Starting a company—where do I begin?” A free online startup seminar, “Options for Setting Up a Company and Challenges in Preparing: Experienced Entrepreneurs Share Their Real-Life Experiences with Incorporation Tools and How to Avoid Detours,” will be held online on Thursday, Aug. 27
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Handles more than 200 startup consultations annually
Speaks at more than 70 training and education events annually
Has handled more than 15,000 cases involving dogs and cats
When comparing funeral providers, AI is becoming the go-to adviser: What should you do now that 59% of AI users choose a funeral provider recommended by AI? | Seminar
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59% of AI users choose a funeral provider recommended by AI
GBP management support for more than 130,000 locations nationwide
That habit is costing you! A way to cut waste in both money and time all at once—and get more value for your money and time—rather than saving through self-denial and effort
What are the astonishing facts about crocodile biology, based on the latest research? Learn from an author who is the only Japanese person in the world to have devoted their research to man-eating crocodiles!
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A major special exhibition, “Crocodiles,” will be held at 国立科学博物館 in Ueno, Tokyo, from November 2025 to March 2026
Their teeth are replaced as many as 50 times over the course of a lifetime
An English education and learning expert whose books have sold more than 7 million copies shares tips to help you move beyond being unable to “read,” “write” or “speak” English!
HIMEHINA unveils details of 『ヒメヒナウタミタ参』, its first cover album in approximately 3 years! Preorders for the first pressing limited edition are now open.
【NHKカルチャー】Nara National Museum special exhibition “Nanto Buddhist Paintings: The Beauty of Nara’s Tenpyō Era Brought Back to Life” gets 100 times more enjoyable! Special lecture exploring Tenpyō culture through Buddhist paintings to be held on Aug. 30 (Sun.)
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Exhibition period: July 18 (Sat.)–Sept. 13 (Sun.), 2026
Date and time: Aug. 30 (Sun.), 2026, 13:30–15:00
In-person classes: Members ¥4,576 (tax included); general admission (membership not required) ¥5,148 (tax included)
Online: Members and general admission (membership not required) ¥3,850 (tax included)
A long-awaited new flavor, “Clam Chowder,” joins the hugely popular beauty soup protein series from ドクターズ ナチュラル レシピ, highlighting the savory richness of clams and scallops
The September issue of 別冊少年チャンピオン celebrates the release of volume 14!! “Baban Baban Ban Vampire,” sure to beat the lingering summer heat, graces the cover and leads off with a color feature!!
【A flagship store boasting a scale of approximately 500 tsubo, and the company’s 2nd in Tokyo! First location in Sumida Ward! 16th location in Tokyo! First to introduce the new “4D-Stertch” amusement service!】FIT-EASY Kinshicho store has grand-opened!
【2nd location in Numazu City! 17th location in Shizuoka Prefecture!】Enjoy the ultimate wellness experience with golf, private saunas (cold baths and relaxation areas) and an O2 room! FIT-EASY Numazu Bypass store has grand-opened!
【6th location in Niigata Prefecture! First location in Tsubame City!】Experience ultimate wellness with a variety of amenities, including wellness karaoke, golf, saunas and machine Pilates (for women only)! FIT-EASY Tsubame-Sanjo store has grand-opened
【National Corporate Bankruptcy Report】There were 1037 corporate bankruptcies in July 2026, exceeding 1000 for the 2nd consecutive month and reaching a level not seen since the Lehman shock
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Total liabilities amounted to ¥234.118 billion
The largest liabilities were ¥115.164 billion, owed by ㈱全東信, which provided an early settlement service for credit card sales proceeds
There were 121 cases of “bankruptcies caused by high prices”
There were 30 cases of “bankruptcies caused by labor shortages”
There were 52 cases of “bankruptcies caused by difficulty finding successors”
Stay cool-looking during the scorching summer Obon holiday. More stores will carry products for a “refreshingly cool table,” featuring glassware and cold-water pitchers.
“Nepcon Japan [Autumn],” “Automotive World [Autumn]” and “Factory Innovation Week [Autumn]” to be held concurrently at Makuhari Messe for 3 days, September 9 (Wednesday)–11 (Friday), 2026!
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A total of 380 companies will exhibit across the 3 shows
An attendance of around 20,000 is expected
A total of 130 sessions will be held across the 3 shows
That legendary series makes an unexpected grand comeback in the Reiwa era, awash in compliance rules! “Scary Movie: Reiwa!” Blu-ray & DVD set for release on 10/28 (Wednesday)!
[阪急うめだ本店] Kaoru Mitsumune's solo exhibition to open from August 26 (Wednesday), commemorating the publication of her first collection of works!
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From August 26 (Wednesday) to September 7 (Monday), 2026
“Kaoru Mitsumune: Collection of Works, Seminin Gen,” ¥2,970
Original artwork “Night Parade of One Hundred Demons” “Night Parade of One Hundred Demons” [First showing at the Osaka exhibition] (original artwork and canvas: both 364×257mm), ¥605,000, including framing
Original artwork “Preparation for Departure” “Preparation for Departure” [First showing at the Osaka exhibition] (original artwork and reproduction: both 273×220mm), ¥286,000, including framing
Original artwork “Pumpkin Field” “Pumpkin Field” [First showing at the Osaka exhibition] (original artwork: water-based mounting on an F3 wooden panel, 273×220mm; reproduction: F3 canvas panel), ¥517,000, including framing
“Seminin Gen” sticker set (7 designs × 2 stickers), ¥1,430
Holding “YEBISU×飯田商店 SPECIAL COLLABORATION 2026,” a co-creation event celebrating food — an exquisite dining experience born from the skill and sensibilities of 2 masters
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Price: ¥22,000 (tax included)
Price: ¥5,500 (tax included)
Limited to 300 applicants
Limited to 720 applicants
ヱビス has pursued the value of beer for more than 135 years
Companies mentioned：サッポロビール、ヱビス、飯田商店、YEBISU BREWERY TOKYO
Food columnist Yuri Yamamoto, a “talkative introvert” who naturally puts those around her at ease, to speak at Stage Felissimo's “Kobe School” on September 26 (Saturday)
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General admission for 1 person: ¥1,200
¥1,000 per person
¥500 per person
A cumulative 8 million recipe books sold
More than 1.45 million followers each on Twitter and Instagram
[JAF Ehime] A chance to review your driving in your own car! Drivers' Seminar Senior Course to be held [Accepting applicants through September 11 (Friday)]
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Capacity: 25 vehicles (25 people) (minimum of 10 participants)
Members: ¥1,100; general admission: ¥2,200
Age 50 or older, with at least 1 year of driving experience
“YEBISU×飯田商店 SPECIAL COLLABORATION 2026” confirmed! Yebisu Beer, with a history spanning more than 130 years, and “飯田商店,” inducted into the TRY Ramen Awards Hall of Fame, join forces for the first time
New rhythm game “BanG Dream! Our Notes” reaches 1.1 million global pre-registrations! Additional milestone rewards up to 1.5 million pre-registrations remain available!
[Sales begin at 21:00 on Fri., Aug. 28] More than 300 people registered for advance information before launch! Special seminar sells out! The much-talked-about Ontake “Kakejiku Series,” a limited run of 582 single-cask bottles, finally goes on sale online!
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Aged for 5 years
Alcohol content: 58%
Price: ¥15,950 (tax included)
Shipping: ¥1,000
Price: ¥16,450 (tax included)
Limited to 200 bottles
Customers will contribute ¥500, and 株式会社ロイヤルマイル will contribute an additional ¥500
[August 2026] Launch of RPA implementation support services for small and midsize businesses, achieving “zero” errors in transferring and reconciling data across multiple Excel files
How to stop “reaching for your smartphone without realizing it.” QQEnglish to hold a free webinar on “digital detox techniques” for effective English study on Aug. 19
Companies mentioned：威志企管顧問股ｲ分有限公司（ワイズコンサルティンググループ）、ワイズリサーチ、中信兄弟（中信ブラザーズ）、ハウス食品、バーモントカレー、PSY、KARA、AKB48、Do As Infinity、楽天モンキーズ、鬼滅の刃、クレヨンしんちゃん、進撃の巨人、HUNTER×HUNTER、阪神、巨人、ソフトバンク、日本ハム
Traveler numbers forecast to decline, but parking searches still exceed last year: Trends in travel during the 2026 Obon period, based on P-Collection search data
“Even without a grave, I want to remember my loved one during Obon”: More than 160 messages received. “Sea Obon memorial visit” to be held in Tokyo Bay on Aug. 15
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More than 160 messages were received
Having helped with more than 7,000 sea burials to date
Extra-large eco wreath, approximately 1 m in diameter
Generative AI support for manufacturing: launch of hands-on training plans tailored to each company’s operations
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The active job openings-to-applicants ratio for production-process occupations in manufacturing is 1.67 times
1.25 times the average across all industries
The number of employed people has fallen by 1.57 million over approximately 20 years
There are 326,000 employed people aged 34 or younger
The number of employed people aged 34 or younger ... has declined to 259,000
The number of employed people aged 65 and older has increased to approximately 900,000
Of those with access to an environment where generative AI can be used, 74.1% actually use it
The most common uses are “writing emails and documents” and “searching for or summarizing technical information,” both at 58.3%
As a challenge, 53.3% cited “concerns about the accuracy and reliability of outputs”
“It is difficult to use and write prompts, and there is no in-house expertise” and “It cannot be smoothly integrated into existing workflows” each accounted for 38.3%
We are pleased to announce that we have achieved a cumulative 800 appointments in the AI・DX支援業界｜The system for generating sales meetings practiced by Sales Hack
The richness of cheese × the umami of dashi × Kyoto's spiciness. Introducing “Kyo Piripari,” a new kind of Kyoto spicy cheese cracker made with [Japan's hottest golden chili]!