Last year’s hugely popular Sapporo Sweet Potato Expo is back this year! It starts Friday, September 4!
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The Sapporo Sweet Potato Expo 2026 will be held at サッポロファクトリー in September 2026. A total of 16 shops from across Japan will gather to offer sweet potato dishes and desserts. The event is returning following last year’s positive reception and is drawing attention.
【Aichi, Nagoya】Turning a sporting competition into a “classroom for learning about the world”! Around 400 children experience Asian culture and traditions in English
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Taking the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Games as an opportunity, Alive is running an experiential program for around 400 children to learn about Asian culture in English. The fusion of education and local events is earning praise.
【TAC Public Service Exam】Taking place Sept. 1! It’s not too late to start!! The path to a public service career, starting this fall
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TAC Corporation will hold an online event for public service exam candidates on September 1. It will offer strategies to help participants aim to pass the 2027 exams, even if they start studying in the fall, and strengthen support for students and working adults.
【TAC Police Officer and Firefighter Exams】Limited-time streaming on Sept. 3 (Thu.) and Sept. 6 (Sun.): “A short guidance session you can understand in just 30 minutes!” Gather information quickly with clear explanations!
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A short information session offering clear explanations in just 30 minutes.
Summer Discount Campaign Part 3 (running through Monday, Aug. 31): 11,000 yen off the regular tuition fee!
Summer Discount Campaign Final (Tuesday, Sept. 1–Wednesday, Sept. 30): 5,500 yen off the regular tuition fee!
Gap launches GAP MUSIC, a new initiative connecting fashion, music and culture
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Gap launched the GAP MUSIC project on August 28, 2026. Bringing music and fashion together, it will feature collaborations with artists and curated playlists to strengthen the brand’s cultural value.
The lineup includes the in-ear Nano 2, open-ear Liberte and smart earbuds Wave. Cearvol Wave will be included in a 10% off campaign starting August 28, 2026.
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Regular price: 62,240 yen (tax included)
Price after campaign discount: 56,016 yen (tax included)
Discount: 6,224 yen (tax included, 10% off)
Companies mentioned:Cearvol、UNICE Intelligent Medical Shenzhen Co.,Ltd.
ヨイトキ(Yoitoki) launches a comprehensive guide to finding a partner for foreign residents in Japan, helping more people meet their ideal partner through values-based matching
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As of the end of 2025, the number of foreign residents in Japan reached 4,125,395.
They account for 3.36% of the total population.
In 2024, international marriages in which one spouse was a foreign national totaled 23,499 couples (4.8%).
The introductory video has received 1.7 million views.
Companies mentioned:OLA PARTY JAPAN株式会社、ヨイトキ(Yoitoki)
A new kind of variety show combining pranks, werewolf gameplay and reality TV, hosted by Ryota Yamazato and Atsuhiro Tsuda of ダイアン: all 5 episodes of Trick Village to stream exclusively at once on ABEMA, with episode 1 available for free
Revitalizing northern Ibaraki through cosplay: Japan’s largest-scale cosplay event “acosta!” to be held for the first time in Daigo Town, 茨城県, on October 24
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Annual attendance exceeds 300,000
Original参加者は 7割が女性
Original年齢は10~20代が8割を占める
Early bird: ¥2,480
Regular: ¥2,180
Cosplay visitors arriving by car: ¥2,180
Junior and senior high school students, without cosplay (¥1,180
The official tear-off calendar for the show “Relaxing Hot Spring Variety: Ryuji Harada’s Japan-wide! One-of-a-kind Hot Springs,” “The Naked Actor Ryuji Harada’s Daily Que Sera, Que Sera!” will be released nationwide on December 9 (Wednesday)!
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[Price] ¥1,650 (tax included)
If this product sells out its 10,000-copy print run
The film “Immediate Family” begins digital rental on 9/2 (Wednesday)! An astonishing 100% on Rotten Tomatoes, this music documentary features all 98 songs heard in the film!
The “Odekake Kozame” anime online gacha—Sparkling Neon—is now available at Tokyo Gacha Park!
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An online gacha featuring the anime Odekake Kozame goes on sale Sept. 1, 2026, at Tokyo Gacha Park, operated by Crew. Neon-style merchandise, purchase bonuses and an SNS campaign will also be offered, with the promotion expected to appeal to fans.
3D Clone Model, which implements a “patient who can fail,” wins the grand prize at Forbes JAPAN Xtrepreneur AWARD 2026
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The 3D Clone Model co-creation project by Mirise Well Medical Group, MEDiDENT and Hinan won the grand prize at Forbes JAPAN Xtrepreneur AWARD 2026. It was recognized as a technology that could change the future of medical education.
Professional esports team ZETA DIVISION unveils its plans for TOKYO GAME SHOW 2026!
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Professional esports team ZETA DIVISION will exhibit at TGS2026, featuring a collaboration lounge with SEGA and numerous stage events. It will offer interactive content to deepen engagement with fans.
Companies mentioned:GANYMEDE株式会社、SEGA、Blizzard、ZENAIM、Electronic Arts、Supercell、Riot Games
[Radio app GERA] Rising talent YAHHOI named September host of “GERA NEXT,” a show searching for the next generation of radio personalities
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Radio app GERA has named YAHHOI as the September host of “GERA NEXT,” a program that discovers the next generation of radio personalities. The show begins streaming on Sept. 10, 2026, and will spotlight emerging talent each month.
[Handball] Long-form interview with women’s national team player Asuka Fujita released
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The Japan Handball Association has released a long-form interview with women’s national team player Asuka Fujita. She discussed her recovery from injury, life overseas, balancing parenting and her career, and her future goals. The interview is expected to draw more attention ahead of major international competitions.
A recovery ritual for a body on the move. New Arnica Massage Body Butter launches early at Weleda stores on Thursday, Aug. 27
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Weleda will launch its new Arnica Massage Body Butter early at its directly operated stores starting Aug. 27, 2026. A campaign will also be held, offering 10% off the purchase of 2 or more Arnica series products.
Iroha of “Kyo Poke ch.,” supported by esports team REJECT, to compete in the Pokémon Champions division at the Pokémon World Championships 2026
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Pokémon player Iroha, supported by esports team REJECT, will compete in the Pokémon World Championships 2026 for the 2nd consecutive year. Iroha is expected to represent Japan on the world’s biggest stage.
Idiot Pop × Kasane Teto to release new song “Rave Again” on Friday, Aug. 28, updating the excitement of 90s rave culture for today.
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Idiot Pop and Kasane Teto will release their new song “Rave Again” on Aug. 28, 2026. The dance track gives 90s rave culture a contemporary update, blending nostalgia with a futuristic feel.
Kohjiya to release new song “So Far” on Sept. 4 to mark “STRAIGHT UP FESTIVAL ’26 by WILKINSON”
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Nagasaki-born rapper Kohjiya will release the new song “So Far” on Sept. 4 to mark the music festival “STRAIGHT UP FESTIVAL ’26,” organized by Wilkinson. The song is also scheduled to make its live debut at the festival, where Kohjiya will perform as a headliner.
With approximately 2.5 million total SNS followers, popular streamer Stanmi Japan confirmed to appear in TateDora’s original drama “I Tried Becoming LINE Friends with My Husband’s Affair Partner”
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Popular streamer Stanmi Japan has been confirmed to appear in TateDora’s new drama “I Tried Becoming LINE Friends with My Husband’s Affair Partner.” The multi-creator, who has 2.5 million total SNS followers, will play a key role as an actor.
“Mr. Urban Legend Akio Seki’s Hidden Urban Legends” to begin streaming all 25 episodes of new series “Japan’s Independence: The Fate of a Brainwashed Nation” on TateDora from Friday, Aug. 28
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TateDora will begin streaming all 25 episodes of Akio Seki’s new series “Japan’s Independence: The Fate of a Brainwashed Nation” on Aug. 28, 2026. Featuring Toshio Tamogami and Yoshiaki Yano as guests, it discusses Japan’s independence and issues with the postwar system.
[A hit thanks to the drama “Until the T-Shirt Dries”! ] Yukio Mishima’s “Thirst for Love” (Shincho Bunko) sees successive reprints of the old-cover edition featured in the show!
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The old-cover edition of Yukio Mishima’s “Thirst for Love” appeared in TBS drama “Until the T-Shirt Dries,” drawing attention and prompting a series of reprints. It is an example of viewers’ interest extending to literary works.
Eris Greyrat, the “Sword King” from “Mushoku Tensei III: Jobless Reincarnation,” becomes a figure. Available now through select retailers, including AmiAmi.
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AmiAmi is releasing a limited-edition Eris figure from “Mushoku Tensei III.” It is scheduled for release in March 2027 and costs 24,750 yen. The figure is attracting attention from anime fans and collectors.
株式会社YORISOI aims to become “Shibuya’s leading HR company” — begins individual discussions on capital and business partnerships to support business expansion
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Capital: ¥9.5 million
Companies mentioned:株式会社YORISOI、採用くん、送客くん、転職.com、YORISOI FC
The popular collaboration between “iichiko彩天” and “カンパリ” from last year evolves further, offering a new Negroni experience where East meets West at “Negroni Week”
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More than 14,000 stores in 92 countries worldwide participating
“Negroni Week” began in 2013
“カンパリ” was created in 1860
Even now, more than 160 years after its founding
Established: 1958
Companies mentioned:三和酒類株式会社、カンパリ、CAMPARI JAPAN 株式会社、Bar BenFiddich、Bar Tram、Bar Times、The Kahala Hotel & Resort、BEE’S KNEES、夜香木、BAR SEBEK、The SG Club、Imbibe
Building an animation industry hub in Niigata: Joining NSGグループ’s regional industry cluster plan to develop creators through “education × production” and create jobs and Niigata-originated IP
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A corporate group comprising 101 entities that operate a wide range of businesses, with education, medical care, welfare and nursing care at its core, as well as health and sports, construction and real estate, food and agriculture, trading, advertising, ICT, hotels, apparel, beauty, human resources services and entertainment.
[Co-op Mirai] Have fun while checking your health! Holding the “Co-op Ichikawa Store Health Festival”
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Co-op Mirai is partnering with the Ichikawa City Council of Social Welfare to hold its first “Health Festival.” The hands-on event aims to help local residents prevent frailty and raise health awareness.
[Overseas Business Expo 2026 Kyushu] To be held on the largest scale ever! Kyushu’s first 3 major expos on overseas business, inbound tourism and human resources gather on one floor! Get a comprehensive overview of global strategies in 1 day through 49 booths and networking events
Applications now open for vendors at KENDRICKS BASED ON SHONAN, a culture market in Shonan-Fujisawa where businesses can open in spaces starting at 1 tsubo, ahead of its November 2026 opening
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From 1 tsubo (3.3㎡) up to a maximum of 30 tsubo
Can be used for as little as 1 month
The culture market KENDRICKS BASED ON SHONAN is set to open in Oba, Fujisawa, Kanagawa Prefecture, in November 2026
About 20 minutes by bus from Shonandai Station on the Odakyu Line; 1-minute walk from Komayose stop
About 13 minutes by bus from Tsujido Station on the JR Line; 1-minute walk from Komayose stop
Companies mentioned:Kanoa株式会社、KENDRICKS BASED ON SHONAN
A place for people taking on new businesses to learn and meet others. The Japan Innovation Association’s “Innovation Book Club, 2nd Term” launches in September 2026 through an implementation partnership with 株式会社大広
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Annual membership: ¥10,000
Single-session participation: ¥1,000
The Future Co-Creation Headquarters, newly established in April 2025
Little Parade (Taishi, formerly of Aqua Timez) named as the first artist for “ひかりとものがたり 2026”! 5 fireworks companies from across Japan gather at the Nagara River.
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Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
5 fireworks companies from across Japan
Maximum width of approximately 250m
Super early-bird price: ¥10,000
S reserved seat: ¥12,000
Lawson Ticket advance sale <super early-bird>: ¥10,500
Advance sale through each ticket agency <early-bird>: ¥11,000
For those concerned about the cost of introducing laser products! Support guide published on grants, leasing and tax incentives to ease the burden of investing in expensive equipment
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Kokyo has published a guide to grants, leasing and tax incentives to support the introduction of laser products. It aims to ease the equipment investment burden on B2B companies and is expected to promote technology adoption.
End-to-end support from patent landscape analysis to new business creation—XLSCOUT x Cross Research partnership
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XLSCOUT (TTC Group) and Cross Research LLP have formed a business partnership to analyze companies’ patents using AI and experts, and support them through new business creation. The aim is to turn patents into valuable management resources.
Nojima T League 2026-2027 season: Official match on August 28, Kanazawa Port vs. Ryukyu Asteeda; lineups announced
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The Nojima T League has announced the lineups for an official match in the 2026-2027 season. The Kanazawa Port vs. Ryukyu Asteeda match will be held on August 28. It will also be livestreamed on YouTube, enhancing the information available to fans.
《POCHI》Calling for photos of our dogs enjoying “ordinary moments in everyday life”!
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Dog food brand “POCHI” is seeking photos of “ordinary moments in a dog’s life” for its 2027 calendar. Entries will be accepted via LINE starting August 28. Selected entrants will receive a product.
[Starring Rio Asumi and Midoriko Kimura] Tamiya Kuriyama takes on a new production! “Electra,” a vision of poetry and music: main and solo visuals revealed [Advance tickets available on a first-come, first-served basis through September 6]
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Director Tamiya Kuriyama will stage a new production of the Greek tragedy “Electra” in Tokyo in December 2026. Starring Rio Asumi and Midoriko Kimura. Main visual unveiled and advance tickets now on sale.
October 14 (Wed.): Zoom seminar on “High-capacitance, low-ESL MLCCs (multilayer ceramic capacitors), and materials, electrodes and reliability design: Requirements for AI servers and EVs, and dielectric and electrode insulation degradation mechanisms”
MonsterAdapter LA-FZ1 firmware update Ver.1.3 released
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Firmware Ver.1.3 for the MonsterAdapter LA-FZ1 has been released. Image stabilization and AF performance have been improved, making it more convenient for camera enthusiasts.