¥10,000 per month in generative AI usage subsidies, with more than 80% fully remote—a recruitment page for engineers supporting manufacturing DX launches
[Now open] Official footage from “The Moving Ukiyo-e Exhibition HIROSHIMA” released. The immersive digital art museum, where visitors can enter the world of ukiyo-e, which has drawn more than 500,000 visitors worldwide, is open through September 6. Ukiyo-e works depicting Hiroshima are also on display.
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Over 300 works by world-renowned ukiyo-e artists
General admission: 2,200 yen
Students (high school, university and vocational school): ¥1,500
Children (ages 4 through junior high school): ¥700
Seniors (ages 65 and older): ¥1,900
General admission: 2,000 yen
Students (high school, university and vocational school): ¥1,300
Children (ages 4 through junior high school): ¥600
[First in Japan] セキュリテ, ミュージックセキュリティーズ and 長野證券 launch a business partnership to support the growth of companies in Nagano Prefecture and offer investors a new “support investment” experience—meeting diverse funding needs and revitalizing the regional economy
Founded OIKOS MUSIC in 2022 to support young artists
In 2024, launched the artist project cross-dominance by Ryo'LEFTY'Miyata, bringing together artists across nationalities, genres, genders and generations to share music with the world
Companies mentioned：黒木渚、Ryo’LEFTY’Miyata、OIKOS MUSIC、JFN系列全国FMラジオ番組、MUSIC TOURIST、official髭男dism、sumika、BE:FIRST、Hi-STANDARD、久石譲、cross-dominance by Ryo'LEFTY'Miyata
35 minutes by car from Hakata Station. COCO VILLA Itoshima, a secluded beach villa with a private sauna that’s easy to reach from the city, grand-opens in Itoshima, Fukuoka
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Grand opening on Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Capacity: up to 14 people
COCO VILLA currently operates more than 25 properties nationwide
Starring Rie Kitahara, featuring Hironori Kusano! BUMP’s original short drama, “The Charming Therapist Falls for Me,” begins exclusive streaming Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at 19:00!
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Original1話3分というショートドラマならではのジェットコースター展開
4 million total downloads
Promotional clip videos posted by the official BUMP account have been viewed 6.5 billion times
[Ate it all? ◯%!?] All 9 varieties are “delicious, spicy and wild,” including extremely spicy ice cream and Onitsuka! Izakaya “Yoitteba” spicy fair enters its second half after surpassing 5,000 servings sold to date [through 8/28]
[ベルクラシック姫路] Create a superb summer escape! “Summer Beer Festa,” featuring chef-prepared dishes and free-flow drinks, will be held for 2 days only, August 22 (Saturday) and 23 (Sunday)
おはし appointed as the official ambassador for mala tang and as a sauna-meal ambassador (PR representative) @maratan_tokyo The original Japanese-style mala tang
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Originalおうちでマーラータンには200名以上のアンバサダーが在籍しており
Their combined follower count has reached more than 20 million
Genshin Impact Ver.7.0 launches today, Aug. 12. The long-awaited new region, Snezhnaya, arrives! Also making their debut are the new ★5 Odette (CV: Sumire Uesaka) and new ★4 Alyosha (CV: Gen Sato)!
[For companies exhibiting at Tokyo Game Show 2026] Esports team REJECT begins accepting casting requests for event appearances by its affiliated VTubers and streamers
★Event Information★ From Aug. 29 (Sat.): Have you seen their noble forms!? Metal Hero POP UP STORE to open in Sendai, featuring “Juukou B-Fighter,” “B-Fighter Kabuto” and “B-Robo Kabutack”!
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From Aug. 29, 2026 (Sat.)
“Juukou B-Fighter” marks the 30th anniversary of its broadcast premiere
Great Battle T-shirt / ¥5,500 (tax included)
B-Fighter work shirt / ¥8,470 (tax included)
Juukou B-Fighter baseball cap / ¥5,500 (tax included)
“My Dress-Up Darling” TV anime’s Marin Kitagawa in her school uniform is now available as an “extra-large plush”! Reservations open at TAITO GEAR&GOODS on Aug. 14 (Fri.)!
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Price: 66,000 yen (tax included)
Height: approx. 100 cm (top of head) × width: approx. 70 cm × depth: approx. 75 cm
[Comments from recommenders] Comments have arrived from a total of 9 people, including Misato Ugaki, Yoshikawa of Darling Honey, and Ningen Tabetabe Kaeru! “Train to Busan” gets its first 4K screening for a limited 1-week run starting Aug. 21 (Fri.)
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Limited to 1 week
300 km/h
KTX101 train
120% zombie occupancy
Companies mentioned：Filmarks、NEXT ENTERTAINMENT WORLD、REDPETER FILM、KORAIL、ツイン、新宿ピカデリー、109シネマズプレミアム新宿、MOVIX亀有、109シネマズ二子玉川、109シネマズ木場、目黒シネマ、キネカ大森、イオンシネマ板橋、MOVIX昭島、イオンシネマ港北ニュータウン、109シネマズ川崎、109シネマズ湘南、イオンシネマ金沢フォーラス、長野相生座・ロキシー、イオンシネマ松本、上田映劇、ミッドランドスクエア シネマ、センチュリーシネマ、イオンシネマ名古屋茶屋、ユナイテッド・シネマ豊橋18、ミッドランドシネマ名古屋空港、イオンシネマ豊田KiTARA、ユナイテッド・シネマ阿久比、109シネマズ四日市、MOVIX京都、イオンシネマ京都桂川、アップリンク京都、なんばパークスシネマ、テアトル梅田、イオンシネマ茨木、kino cinéma神戸国際、塚口サンサン劇場、豊岡劇場、MOVIX周南、イオンシネマ徳島、イオンシネマ高松東、KBCシネマ、イオンシネマ大野城、109シネマズ佐賀、シアター・シエマ、シネマボックス太陽、熊本ピカデリー、日田シネマテーク・リベルテ、宮崎キネマ館、シネマプラザ1954
【PEACH JOHN ROOM】Launching the heart-fluttering “PEACH & FLOWER COLLECTION,” featuring peach and floral motifs. Feminine loungewear and lingerie arrive.
Kamen Rider V3 and Kamen Rider Amazon arrive in 18-karat gold! Transformation poses and wild power captured in meticulous mini figures just approx. 2 cm tall. [Limited to 100 of each]
[Unprecedented return summons] It’s back in response to the cry, “Eee!” Silver mini figures of ショッカー戦闘員（骨） from 仮面ライダー go on sale again through September 16
Featuring ビビる大木, 宇垣美里 and others! A special program for everyone who loves metal, 『FULL METAL JAPAN開催SP 日本メタル化計画』, airs at 10 p.m. on Tuesday, August 18!
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SS seats: 28,000 yen
S seats: 23,000 yen
A seats: 20,000 yen
Companies mentioned：BS日テレ、Wacken Open Air、FULL METAL JAPAN、POWERWOLF、ANGRA、LOUDNESS、LOVEBITES、MICHAEL SCHENKER GROUP、STRATOVARIUS、RAGE、Gus G. & RONNIE ROMERO、PRETTY MAIDS、HIBRIA、東京音協
TikTok to hold “TikTok Creator Summit Japan 2026” on September 30 to support creators as they take their next steps! This year's theme is “CREATE YOUR NEXT”
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There are 2.35 million creators in Japan who pursue creative activities through TikTok
[New issue] Illustrated feature: “AD/ADAS Today: When Will Autonomous Driving Become a Reality?” 『MOTOR FAN illustrated Vol.239』 goes on sale August 12!
[きたの風茶寮] | 15th anniversary special offer | Enjoy the flavors of autumn with two special “gourmet dining for adults” plans featuring matsutake mushrooms
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“Two picks from the gourmet dining for adults series”
September 1 (Tuesday) through November 30 (Monday), 2026
TV anime adaptation of 「ドカ食いダイスキ！ もちづきさん」 confirmed!!!! Plus, なおき重野, creator of 「信長の忍び」, launches a new series! 『ヤングアニマル』 issue 16 goes on sale Wednesday, August 12!
The first anime adaptation of a work by 東野圭吾, whose books have sold more than 1 million copies in total! The film 『クスノキの番人』 is available for exclusive rental on U-NEXT
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From Wednesday, August 12, 2026
[Rental price] 770 yen (tax included)
More than 460,000 movies, dramas, anime and other titles
藤森慎吾 praises the show! After a turbulent and unexpected series of events, 2 couples get together! Popular YouTuber エツコ, with more than 4 million followers in total, makes an emotional decision: “I was deceived and betrayed by a man…” | Final episode of 『ガールオアレディ3』
Model えま, a participant in 『PRODUCE 101 JAPAN THE GIRLS』, shares a mutual kiss with a handsome actor! The studio erupts in shouts as everyone jumps to their feet | Episode 6 of 『シャッフルアイランド Season7』
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Airing free on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 (national holiday), from 9 p.m.
“ABEMA Premium,” priced at 1,180 yen per month (tax included)
“ABEMA Premium with Ads,” priced at 680 yen per month (tax included)
[新富良野プリンスホテル] Limited sale of an original Japanese cuisine course inspired by the scenery and stories of the TV drama 「北の国から」, marking the 45th anniversary of its broadcast
[FRAY I.D (フレイ アイディー)] Artist 小川桜花 unveils an autumn denim collection themed “NEW IN DENIM”! Available online August 12 (Wednesday) and in stores August 19 (Wednesday)
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Jacket ¥24,200
Tops ¥13,970
Pants ¥19,800
Bag ¥15,950
Shoes ¥17,930
Jacket ¥28,600
Tops ¥16,940
Skirt ¥18,920
Knit tops ¥9,680
Bag ¥26,950
Tops \15,950
Pants ¥18,920
Shoes ¥14,960
Companies mentioned：FRAY I.D、USAGI ONLINE、magical²、Girls²、MASH STORE
[UNDERSON UNDERSON] New “WASHI Airy Tee” T-shirt launched, featuring lightweight comfort and made with more than 30% Japanese washi paper! A feature page is now available in the online store <Wednesday, August 12>
Details announced for the anime “In a World Overflowing with Zombies, I’m the Only One They Won’t Attack” at Comic Market 108! That scene that became a hot topic on social media will appear as a photo booth and giveaway!? Cosplayers appearing at the event also announced!!
“Anime Business: The Fundamentals of Anime That Make Manga, Novels and Anime 100 Times More Interesting,” exploring the inner workings of anime through the lens of business, now available
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Boasts 12 million unique users
List price: 1,760 yen (tax included)
Pages: 208
Giveaway campaign for 50 winners selected by lottery
[Free admission] A summer discovered by our children: From behind the scenes at factories to professional techniques, the kitchen at home becomes a stage for adventure — Hokuriku Seika, Panasonic and Otafuku Sauce present a “Summer Food Education Festival” for parents and children, held in 3 sessions
Japan’s largest programming contest for elementary school students, “Tech Kids Grand Prix 2026,” Supported by Cygames, offers free traveling programming classes at elementary schools across Japan
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A total of 11,554 entries received from across Japan
“Muscle × Caregiver” 株式会社VISIONARY announces the second wave of companies and teams competing in the offer-based team competition at 2 summer 2026 events of the “muscle recruitment” contest, adopted by 70% of participating companies last year 【APF×VISIONARY】
Sixhill launches Japanese-language product and technical information on its official website; publishes Japanese product pages for its flagship “Sixhill LUOS Series” and explains its infrared heating technology “Breelight™”
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Infrared radiation is electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths in the range of approximately 0.78–1,000 micrometers
Show the basis for price increases with performance data: “Cosmil,” a cost management system for contract processing and made-to-order manufacturers, officially launches
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The price pass-through rate for total costs stands at just 54.2%.
While the rate is 55.7% for raw material costs, it is 50.0% for labor costs.
Compared with 55.2% for first-tier subcontractors, the rate is 45.5% for fourth-tier subcontractors and below, showing that price pass-through is less advanced further down the supply chain.
Original中小企業庁が2026年3月に実施した価格交渉促進月間フォローアップ調査
In August 2026, the company established and implemented its Information Security Management Regulations and Initial Response Procedures for Information Security Incidents.
Established: April 2026
Live demonstrations will be held at Marine Messe Fukuoka from Oct. 14 to 16, 2026
[Survey report] 83.3% buy directly from a preferred supplier without seeking competing quotes. Why JINNO ORIMONO, a long-established company founded in Meiji 32, is not compared with others in the original goods market
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83.3% chose JINNO ORIMONO without comparing it with other companies
Has been engaged in the wholesale, planning and production of towels and hand towels for more than 120 years
A track record and quality built over 125 years since the company’s founding
The most common purchase price range was 1,001–3,000 yen
The “Coca-Cola STAGE:0 eSPORTS High-School Championship 2026” Grand Finals, the national tournament to determine Japan’s top high school team, will be held at Osaka Castle Park!
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A total of 8,293 participants nationwide
Approximately 23.06 million total livestream viewers
Rakuten Fashion Week TOKYO 2027 S/S to be held Aug. 31 (Mon.)–Sept. 5 (Sat.), 2026, aiming to make Tokyo’s fashion week even more distinctive and appealing as it looks toward the next 20 years
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A total of 28 collections to be presented
Supports runway shows by about 18 brands in Japan and overseas
Tickets to collection presentations by brands at a hall in 渋谷ヒカリエ during the event will be given to 43 pairs, or 86 people
Companies mentioned：楽天グループ株式会社、JFWO、ANNA CHOI、KAKAN、pillings、RequaL≡、yushokobayashi、SONIA CARRASCO、ANTHONY CALYDON、CHARINYEH、WHiTENOOK、WISHARAWISH、C JEAN、WSN DEVELOPPEMENT、株式会社ウィスク・イー、東急株式会社、渋谷ヒカリエ、ShinQs by TOKYU DEPARTMENT STORE、一般社団法人日本ファッション・ウィーク推進機構
[TB Research] Disclosure of human capital data: Average disclosure on corporate information pages is 90.3%; opportunities remain to adapt it for recruitment pages / Survey of 100 listed companies
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The figure for recruitment information stood at just 27.9%