[本厚木ミロード] Free-to-watch live jazz, puppet theater and flamenco LIVE coming in late August! “あつぎにぎわい座” 2026 summer program to feature its first town coin “アユモ” stamp rally, too.
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Live jazz featuring a total of 21 performers over 2 days
Collect coins by visiting the 4 participating locations and gathering stamps.
[Get ready for the year-end sales season now! Helping reduce EC costs and automate operations] “ごくーの月キャンペーン,” offering up to ¥100,000 off initial costs, launches Aug. 17!
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Free up to ¥100,000
Begins Aug. 17, 2026
Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026
Minimum usage period through the end of the month 3 months later
“壱角家×油そば総本店 二刀流ハイブリッド店舗” expands further! 4 more locations are scheduled to open as dual-concept hybrid stores in succession in the second half of August!
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A total of 4 stores will sequentially introduce the dual-concept hybrid format from Aug. 18 (Tue.) through Aug. 31 (Mon.), 2026.
“Abura soba (regular, large and extra-large)” will be offered for ¥682 (¥750 including tax).
壱角家 operates more than 100 locations across Japan.
Number of stores: 220 (including 37 FC stores) as of Aug. 13, 2026
Free for the first time this year: Kakuyasu opens registration for a training program for people supporting those affected by alcohol-related problems.
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3 online sessions
Has been involved in the treatment and research of alcohol and drug addiction for more than 30 years
少数株ドットコム・山中裕 presents the 32nd installment of “Forbes 100 Richest Georgians”: ズラブ・ザカリアゼ — the largest individual shareholder in Daily, following its integration, led by a banker from EBRD
少数株ドットコム・山中裕 presents the 33rd installment of “Forbes 100 Richest Georgians”: ギオルギ・サラカイア — sole owner of バダゴニ, which blends tradition and science and exports to 35 countries
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バダゴニ exports Georgian wine to 35 countries
The qvevri winemaking method, with a tradition spanning 8,000 years
Original年間生産量は1,200〜1,300万本
Vineyards cover 400–500 hectares
In 2017, became the first Georgian company to win a trademark dispute
<IDENTITY>’s 3-city Zepp tour reaches its finale in Tokyo. YDK Apartment takes the headlining spot, bringing together leading next-generation choreographers from eastern and western Japan.
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Aug. 5, 2026, KT Zepp Yokohama
3-city Zepp tour
Companies mentioned:株式会社RaySTA、Leo (RHT.)、YDK Apartment、RH JAPAN、株式会社BUZZ GROUP
A new habit for the era of micro-stress: "protective toothpaste." Ora² Feels, designed to suit your mood with fragrance, design and foam, launches—developing unique fragrances to choose from according to your mood, based on sensory science*¹
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The market for sensibility-driven products among young people has grown from 2.6 trillion yen to 3.9 trillion yen in the past 4 years
About half of Gen Z (47.3%) said, "I want to manage my own mood myself"
New e-learning course launches: "Practical MBA for Overseas Business: KPI Design and Monitoring" | Turning KPIs from "numbers for reporting" into "a common management language that moves organizations" (INSIGHT ACADEMY)
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7 courses in total
280 courses in total
95 million yen
Companies mentioned:インサイトアカデミー株式会社、INSIGHT ACADEMY
With its distinctive production style, the program has earned high praise and repeat customers. Nissen LINX’s caravan-style mail-order show "Kaitai Shinsho" marks its 7th anniversary. This winter, it will record its landmark 20th program!
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7th anniversary of the service launch in 2026
Supported the promotion of a cumulative total of 71 products (including repeat campaigns)
Date established: March 1, 2002
Company name changed to "Nissen LINX": June 1, 2025
Launch of a marketing support service using "ChatGPT advertising"—optimizing advertising touchpoints in the generative AI era through proprietary research capabilities and AI purchasing behavior theory
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Capital: 86.54 million yen (as of the end of March 2026)
Japan Marketing Research Association (member company No. 20220)
AIsmiley’s web magazine, "10 Successful Implementation Case Studies"—showcasing AI use cases delivering results in the field, from manufacturing and retail to IT and finance
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Achieved annual cost savings of about 50 million yen
Boasts 3 million monthly page views and more than 500 listed products
OriginalSony Bank WALLET 海外ショッピング累計利用額2,000億円到達のお知らせ
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OriginalSony Bank WALLET の海外ショッピング累計利用額が2,000億円に達しました
This year marks the 10th anniversary of its launch
Supports 11 currencies (Japanese yen, U.S. dollar, euro, British pound, Australian dollar, New Zealand dollar, Swiss franc, Hong Kong dollar, Canadian dollar, South African rand, Swedish krona)
Available at Visa member stores in more than 200 countries and regions worldwide
Cash-back rewards of 0.5% to a maximum of 2.0% on domestic shopping purchases
Foreign exchange costs are a maximum of 15 sen for U.S. dollars
Cash equal to 15% of the amount spent (up to 5,000 yen)
7% in ANA miles (up to 3,300 miles)
Overseas transaction fee: 1.79% (tax included)
Companies mentioned:ソニー銀行株式会社、Sony Bank WALLET、Visa、Apple Pay、Google Pay、Garmin Pay、Alipay、WeChat Pay、Uber、ANA
San-X, which will mark its 95th anniversary next year, launches its first brand commercial. The new commercial, “Together at Night,” in 30-second and 15-second versions, will begin airing on TV and digital platforms on Aug. 17 (Monday).
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“Together at Night,” in 30-second and 15-second versions
ORION announces limited-time made-to-order sales of the “SCR-B9(Z),” a collaboration model with “ずっと真夜中でいいのに。” from the “Our Youth Radio Cassette Series”
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YouTube channel subscribers: 2.6 million
The total number of plays of their songs has exceeded 2 billion
Additional orders will be accepted for a limited time on the ZUTOMAYO official website starting Aug. 17, 2026 (Monday)
Shipments are scheduled to begin sequentially from January 2027
Established: January 1977
Capital: 4.993 billion yen
Companies mentioned:ORION、ずっと真夜中でいいのに。、株式会社ドウシシャ、ZUTOMAYO MART
“Precure Furikake Mini Packs,” “Precure Curry <Pork & Vegetables, Mildly Sweet>,” “Precure Petit Pack Curry <Pork & Vegetables, Mildly Sweet>” and “Precure Ochazuke” to be renewed and released on Aug. 31, 2026 (Monday)
New items that will keep you going for a long time are arriving at the hugely popular Mechakari pop-up store! Archive items from popular brands are all 70% off!
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70% off everything
If you keep renting for 60 days
Companies mentioned:株式会社ストライプインターナショナル、earth music&ecology、AMERICAN HOLIC、Green Parks、Maison de FLEUR、Samansa Mos2、Te chichi
[Understanding the “bear problem” through history] Are bears enemies or neighbors? “Folklore of Bears,” a record and reflection on the relationship between people and wild animals, goes on sale Aug. 17!
【Pixio】31.5-inch large screen × dual mode. New gaming monitor “PX32UF WAVE” lets users switch between 4K/160Hz and FHD/320Hz to suit their needs; available in 4 colors
【かみむら牧場】Make summer vacation memories over yakiniku! A special campaign offers elementary school students all-you-can-eat courses for a flat price of 999 yen (1,098 yen including tax)!
“BEYOND BORDERs,” an international Vocaloid music production project, launches its first collaborative single, “Miku-Maxxing,” featuring Vocaloid producer さたぱんP and Grimes
A pitch event where you can experience the passion of major corporations! Exploring Japan’s future through co-creation and technology: “Nippon! Who Knew This Future Was Possible? LIVE PITCH Vol.12” livestream on Sept. 3 (Thu.) at 19:00
【So Much Love】Wait, there are way too many rivals! Famima’s beloved “Famippe” (actually, that guy from the plastic bags) joins the fierce battle in the “NIKKEI Corporate Character General Election 2026”!
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A fierce contest featuring 54 corporate characters, double the 27 companies from last year
The “Famippe Plush” is a hit product, with more than 6,000 sold
FamilyMart will mark its 45th anniversary in September 2026
“The Super Mario Galaxy Movie” 4K UHD, Blu-ray & DVD release on 10/16 (Fri.)! Download sales begin 8/19 (Wed.), and rental streaming starts 9/16 (Wed.)!
Only 3.0% said they “know specifically about the test and the conditions it screens for.”
72.2% of respondents said they were “not familiar with it at all.”
14.4% said they “would definitely consider it or have considered it,” while 34.5% said they “would probably consider it or have considered it,” for a combined 48.9% expressing a positive attitude.
The most common answer was “Internet searches,” at 34.5%.
The most common answers were “Costs and pricing structures are unclear and difficult to understand” and “Differences between clinics, such as testing scope and setup, are unclear,” both at 43.9%.
The most common answer was “Information provided by doctors and medical institutions,” at 41.7%.
The second limited-edition release from the satisfying-drink brand is here! “Sapporo Nomigotae <Super Dry Zero Sugar> Early-Harvest Green Lemon” to go on sale in limited quantities on Aug. 18 (Tue.)
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“Super Dry Zero Sugar” means less than 0.1 g of sugars per 100 ml.
New rhythm game “BanG Dream! Our Notes” reaches 1.2 million global pre-registrations! Additional milestone rewards up to 1.5 million are still available!
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Global pre-registrations have reached 1.2 million.
The half-anniversary event for “HUNTER×HUNTER NEN×SURVIVOR” is underway! Various campaigns are on now, including a limited-time gacha featuring the new character Chrollo and up to 280 free gacha pulls!
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The series has surpassed 100 million copies in cumulative circulation, including digital editions.
French needlecraft maker DMC, with 280 years of tradition, launches an embroidery kit series in collaboration with masterpieces from around the world, including Vermeer’s “Girl with a Pearl Earring.”
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This year’s new collection features 4 works, including Johannes Vermeer’s “Girl with a Pearl Earring.”
1 in 5 WordPress sites diagnosed still run components that are more than 10 years old. After 3 emergency fixes this past month, PatchOn urges users to recheck their sites after the holiday break.
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3 emergency security fixes were made this past month.
The breakdown of diagnoses for 2,155 sites whose component age (the release year of the oldest component) could be determined is as follows.
LUNA EARTH ONLINE has added new items on Aug. 13 (Thu.), including a 2-way bag, card cases and wallets, scarf straps that brighten up your look, and popular simple earrings.
On Aug. 19 (Wed.), Tottori sake brewery 梅津酒造 will hold a tasting event for industry professionals in Shimbashi, Tokyo. Attendees can sample more than 20 products across its current lineup, from junmai sake to unsweetened yuzu liquor, served in different ways, from warmed to mixed with soda.
[Activity report and video release] A voyage log and documentary footage from “Coral Ark—Ocean University,” held in September 2025, are being released together.
[Free appraisal] Get organized for summer! “Otakaraya High-Value Purchases” pop-up buying fair to be held at 島忠ホームズ春日部本店 in Kasukabe, Saitama Prefecture! | Aug. 17 (Mon.)–Sept. 6 (Sun.)
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More than 1,950 locations worldwide
High rating rate 96.2%
Overseas-made gold bullion, 1kg: 30,002,000 yen
Accessories found at a family home (K18, 238.9 g): ¥5,368,400