# AI News 180m Report｜2026-05-12 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 9 of 12

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 1072 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 32 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## The June issue of Whisky Galore: How were the brands that inspired passionate fans around the world, including Glenmorangie and Ardbeg, created?

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000321.000119996.html
- anchor: #n356623
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ウイスキー文化研究所、エンペラドール・ディスティラーズ社、モエ ヘネシー・ルイ ヴィトン社（LVMH）、木内酒造

The June issue of Whisky Galore, Japan’s only specialist whisky magazine, went on sale May 12. Its feature explores the full picture of distilleries including LVMH, and it reports on the current state of Japanese craft distilleries.

## Yappli develops a SAML authentication platform system that supports large-scale authentication, enabling secure integration with Microsoft Entra ID

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000324.000007187.html
- anchor: #n356622
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ヤプリ、日本電気株式会社、Microsoft、Okta

## 新潟県ドン・キホーテ燕に「市場型海鮮BBQイベント『出張！浜焼き うまか市場』出航！ ５月１５日〜期間限定開催！

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000327.000110396.html
- anchor: #n356621
- Companies mentioned: LH 株式会社、ドン・キホーテ

## Inaba Pet Food launches CIAO Churu Crunky for cats, designed to help maintain healthy teeth and gums!

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000331.000058165.html
- anchor: #n356620
- Companies mentioned: いなば食品株式会社、いなばペットフード株式会社

## Building a resilient organization through standardized operations and health management: webinar to explore ways to boost productivity and organizational vitality

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000346.000024464.html
- anchor: #n356619
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社テンダ、合同会社DMM.com

## Environmental scholar Shuzo Nishioka launches “poverty support” through power generated at his home! A new circular model aims to address environmental issues and poverty at the same time through electricity.

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000346.000050516.html
- anchor: #n356618
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社UPDATER、みんな電力株式会社、一般社団法人グラミン日本、グラミン銀行

## 富山県 adopts the talent management system Kaonavi to establish “personnel management that develops people”

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000348.000030113.html
- anchor: #n356617
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カオナビ、富山県

## Mobilus begins displaying works by emerging artists in its offices, fostering creative thinking in a space where technology and art converge

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000349.000031387.html
- anchor: #n356616
- Companies mentioned: モビルス株式会社、株式会社アートリープ

## Accelerating digital transformation at more than 1,300 companies in Aichi Prefecture. 株式会社スタメン wins contract from the Aichi Industry Promotion Organization to provide and promote use of a member-to-member exchange platform

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000361.000023589.html
- anchor: #n356615
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スタメン、公益財団法人あいち産業振興機構、愛知県職員組合連合会

## 5月19日(火)、静岡新聞社 静岡放送本社にて「出張人事図書館」を開催！数字で経営者と「歩み寄る」対話術

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000370.000085868.html
- anchor: #n356614
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Trustyyle、静岡新聞社、静岡放送、株式会社静岡新聞社

## [Showa Nishikawa] MuAtsu, developed in response to voices from medical professionals [55th anniversary]: original care MuAtsu, jointly developed with Hanno Seiwa Hospital, now being introduced!

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000375.000031377.html
- anchor: #n356613
- Companies mentioned: 昭和西川株式会社、医療法人靖和会 飯能靖和病院

## Mio Ishikawa’s digital-exclusive photo book Spring Poem is finally being released in print-on-demand format! Reservations are open for a deluxe limited-edition photo book with an autographed message and event admission rights.

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000378.000043696.html
- anchor: #n356612
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ジーオーティー

## [Father’s Day] Espresso and ground coffee from ONIBUS COFFEE in all 4 layers. Minimal brings back its much-anticipated coffee gâteau chocolat for adults, available for Father’s Day only.

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000381.000012047.html
- anchor: #n356611
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社βace、Minimal、ONIBUS COFFEE

## [FiNC Technologies] Exhibiting at the 99th Annual Meeting of the Japan Society for Occupational Health (May 27–May 30)

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000386.000027329.html
- anchor: #n356610
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社FiNC Technologies

Preventive health AI company FiNC Technologies will exhibit at the 99th Annual Meeting of the Japan Society for Occupational Health, starting May 27, 2026, in Osaka. It will showcase its corporate health management service, FiNC for BUSINESS.

## Proof of concept for Japanese-made care solutions conducted at a Living Lab in Denmark. About 50 people, including local government officials, physical therapists and residents, took part to assess effectiveness and challenges ahead of implementation.

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000395.000034777.html
- anchor: #n356609
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ウィルグループ、北九州超スマートケアコンソーシアム

Will Group completed a proof of concept for Japanese-made care solutions at the Vesthimmerland Living Lab in Denmark, assessing the suitability and acceptance of 三 products in the European market.

## A kitchen knife that sharpens itself when taken out of or returned to its case, EverSharp, gets even better! T-fal launches the new EverSharp Daily!

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000397.000017190.html
- anchor: #n356608
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社グループセブ ジャパン、株式会社博報堂Gravity

## Prizes based on the TV anime The Ice Wall will be released in a series starting in May 2026 by System Service!

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000399.000046259.html
- anchor: #n356607
- Companies mentioned: システムサービス株式会社

## Forval accelerates implementation of its regional revitalization support model, launching a wide-area data co-creation project through collaboration among industry, government, academia and financial institutions

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000405.000104276.html
- anchor: #n356606
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フォーバル、株式会社Next IWATE、一関商工会議所

Forval launches the “栗登一平” public-private-academic-financial regional collaboration initiative in Iwate and Miyagi to promote regional revitalization and data transformation among small and midsize enterprises.

## nishikawa Shop 津松菱店, an experiential store where visitors can experience nishikawa quality, will reopen after renovations on May 13 (Wed.)!

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000427.000010201.html
- anchor: #n356605
- Companies mentioned: 西川株式会社、日本睡眠科学研究所

## GVA TECH unifies its AI services for lawyers under the ベンパル series brand

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000431.000033386.html
- anchor: #n356604
- Companies mentioned: GVA TECH株式会社

## “和食麺処サガミ Appreciation DAY,” game sponsor for the Chunichi Dragons’ official game on July 11!

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000438.000031654.html
- anchor: #n356603
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社サガミホールディングス、サガミレストランツ株式会社、株式会社中日ドラゴンズ、広島東洋カープ

和食麵處サガミ will sponsor the Chunichi Dragons’ “Appreciation DAY” game on July 11 and hold a major prize draw at 101 stores across the 3 Tokai prefectures starting May 22, offering 1,000 prizes, including game tickets and limited-edition gifts commemorating the team’s 90th anniversary.

## [From Tokyo] What makes an IT company that puts “engineers first” and boosts market value? The company’s career-oriented assignments earn recognition as ホワイト財団 certifies 株式会社エーエスエル in May 2026

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000445.000039303.html
- anchor: #n356602
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エーエスエル、一般財団法人日本次世代企業普及機構

IT company ASL was certified as a “Happy Company” by Japan’s White Foundation in May 2026 for its commitment to an “engineers first” philosophy and personalized career support.

## 石田屋, with an extensive network in Gunma and Saitama prefectures, and Bywill begin a customer referral partnership

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000446.000013100.html
- anchor: #n356601
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社バイウィル、株式会社石田屋

Gunma and Saitama homebuilder 石田屋 has signed a partnership agreement with Bywill to help households convert the carbon-reduction value generated by solar power and heat pumps into J-Credits, fostering a regional cycle of environmental value.

## Companies in Tokyo, Osaka, Fukuoka, Hiroshima and elsewhere: 13 companies nationwide renew their “White Company Certification.” In May 2026, what are the initiatives of “leading companies representing their regions” that continue to pass rigorous reviews?

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000458.000039303.html
- anchor: #n356600
- Companies mentioned: 一般財団法人日本次世代企業普及機構、株式会社イデアルハーモニー、株式会社建新、株式会社アクシス・ワン、税理士法人アップパートナーズ、社会保険労務士法人伊藤人事労務研究所、医療法人社団慈奏会奏の杜耳鼻咽喉科クリニック、株式会社成学社、株式会社ディープコム、中国木材株式会社、株式会社物件王、辻󠄀和建設株式会社、安田株式会社、ACMG株式会社

In May 2026, 13 companies across Japan successfully renewed their “White Company Certification,” recognizing their outstanding efforts to improve working conditions, employee well-being and sustainable management, and demonstrating how leading regional companies continue to evolve.

## Notice of swap point performance in FX trading for April 2026

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000472.000005190.html
- anchor: #n356599
- Companies mentioned: SBI FXトレード株式会社、SBIグループ

SBI FX Trade released its overnight interest rate performance for FX trading in April 2026, with the annualized yield on the U.S. dollar/Japanese yen pair reaching 3.81%.

## [New Era] First-ever headwear collaboration with beautiful people launches on Friday, May 22

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000479.000015945.html
- anchor: #n356598
- Companies mentioned: ニューエラジャパン合同会社、beautiful people

## “Mentos Cola,” crafted for a refreshing sensation, launches on Monday, June 8, 2026!

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000480.000016394.html
- anchor: #n356597
- Companies mentioned: クラシエ株式会社

## DHC launches a new cushion foundation that improves wrinkles!

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000480.000030413.html
- anchor: #n356596
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ディーエイチシー

DHC will launch its first medicated cushion foundation containing niacinamide on May 12, 2026. It is designed to improve wrinkles while applying makeup and help prevent dark spots.

## [June 17] Online pitch event for startups, including those in the aerospace sector, seeking business matchmaking and funding

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000495.000033548.html
- anchor: #n356595
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ツクリエ、株式会社 SUIHO SPACE INNOVATIONS、株式会社 MJOLNIR SPACEWORKS、株式会社 Space Quarters、株式会社 cosmobloom、株式会社 Zrek、かわさき新産業創造センター（KBIC）

## [うめきた温泉 蓮 Wellbeing Park] 5/29: 13th health seminar to be held jointly with partner medical institution 医誠会国際総合病院

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000503.000024670.html
- anchor: #n356594
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ラスイート、医療法人医誠会、医誠会国際総合病院、うめきた温泉 蓮 Wellbeing Park

Osaka’s うめきた溫泉 蓮 Wellbeing Park will hold its 13th health seminar in partnership with 醫誠會國際綜合醫院 on May 29, 2026, focusing on sublingual immunotherapy for hay fever and offering free allergy testing.

## A new kind of leave-in treatment that melts like butter protects highly damaged hair from external stress and leaves it silky and glossy

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000535.000038303.html
- anchor: #n356593
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スタイリングライフ・ホールディングス BCLカンパニー

## The maternal and child health app 母子モ launches in 和歌山県紀美野町!

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000537.000099909.html
- anchor: #n356592
- Companies mentioned: 母子モ株式会社、和歌山県紀美野町

和歌山縣紀美野町 has introduced the digital maternal and child health handbook app “母子モ,” naming it “きみのーと.” The initiative aims to advance maternal and child health DX and offers vaccination management, health checkup records and local parenting information.

## A quirky candy gift that wraps an awkward “thank you” in humor and sparks conversation: PAPABUBBLE’s Father’s Day collection goes on sale May 21

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000540.000018984.html
- anchor: #n356591
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社PAPABUBBLE

Handmade candy brand PAPABUBBLE will launch its humorous Father’s Day collection on May 21, featuring candies shaped like dads’ faces, beer mugs and lifelike chicken wings, designed to spark conversations between parents and children through playful creativity.

## Choosing a funeral home: Is the era of “just Googling it” over? How AI is changing search strategies for getting chosen — seminar announcement

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000549.000037205.html
- anchor: #n356590
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カンリー

Can-ly will hold an online seminar for funeral service providers at the end of May 2026, examining how the rise of generative AI is changing the way families search for funeral homes and sharing strategies to optimize customer acquisition in the AI era by integrating Google Maps information.

## JTEKT develops ultra-high-speed deep-groove ball bearings for eAxles

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000571.000028729.html
- anchor: #n356589
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ジェイテクト

## The book includes photographs of the original manuscript as it was when written. A celebrated work recounting Ramo’s experience with bipolar disorder returns with a new commentary edition!

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000584.000075284.html
- anchor: #n356588
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社青春出版社

## Unravel the many mysteries and curiosities surrounding dogs’ instincts and behavior! A book that reveals “what dogs really want you to do in that moment”

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000585.000075284.html
- anchor: #n356587
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社青春出版社

## Shop Channel to air “Cast Picks Day” on Thursday, May 14

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000607.000003563.html
- anchor: #n356586
- Companies mentioned: ジュピターショップチャンネル株式会社

## [A Father’s Day gift idea] Street pajama brand Chill ST/チルスト to open a pop-up store at Yokohama Vivre on Wednesday, May 20!

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000644.000035410.html
- anchor: #n356585
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オアシスライフスタイルグループ

## Mobimaru releases its 2025 ranking of popular food truck menu items — acai is a fast-rising trend, while “candy/fruit candy” stands out for sales efficiency

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000723.000001049.html
- anchor: #n356584
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社シンクロ・フード

Mobimaru released its 2025 ranking of popular food truck menu items, with French fries, karaage and shaved ice holding the top three spots. Acai emerged as a new trend, while candied fruit led in sales efficiency.

## バリュエンス、BtoBオークション向け決済サービス「Auction Pay」をペンギントレードへ提供開始

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000730.000020761.html
- anchor: #n356583
- Companies mentioned: バリュエンスジャパン株式会社、株式会社ペンギントレード、株式会社ペイジェント、株式会社インフキュリオン、バリュエンスホールディングス株式会社

Valuence Japan is providing Penguin Trade with “Auction Pay,” a B2B auction payment service that addresses cash-flow challenges in the secondhand industry.

## 大東文化大学経営学科「企業と経営者A」にてアイエスエフネット代表の渡邉幸義が講演を行いました

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000734.000042830.html
- anchor: #n356582
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アイエスエフネット、大東文化大学、日本ディジタルイクイップメント株式会社（現・日本HP株式会社）

## A popular seasonal flavor returns this year! A luxurious treat in a single bite, with fruit that melts in your mouth: Kanro launches “Pure Gummy Premium Salt Lychee” and “Pure Gummy Premium Okinawa Pineapple”

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000737.000041274.html
- anchor: #n356581
- Companies mentioned: カンロ株式会社

Japanese confectioner Kanro will launch its summer-limited “Pure Gummy Premium” in salt lychee and Okinawa pineapple flavors on May 19, 2026, offering a rich, fruit-like taste as a little treat for the soul.

## Popular character Esther Bunny and sanitary napkin brand Elis team up for the first time! Limited-quantity “Elis Compact Guard × Esther Bunny Collaboration Design” goes on sale

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000767.000001310.html
- anchor: #n356580
- Companies mentioned: 大王製紙株式会社

## [Webinar on May 27] AI Agent 2.0 — An era when experience makes the difference

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000768.000053344.html
- anchor: #n356579
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アイスマイリー、ElevenLabs、Databricks、Docusign、Salesforce、Adobe

## 和歌山県 launches its Reiwa 8 fiscal-year “Kii Space HUB” program! The forefront of space business and industry creation taking root in the region — “Space business” takes off from Wakayama

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000797.000016550.html
- anchor: #n356578
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ゼロワンブースター、一般社団法人SPACETIDE、和歌山県、株式会社アークエッジ・スペース、インターステラテクノロジズ株式会社、東京海上日動火災保険株式会社、スペースワン株式会社、株式会社ODEC、株式会社シマファインプレス、太洋テクノレックス株式会社、株式会社たすく

Wakayama Prefecture launches its 115 fiscal-year “Kii Space HUB” space business program, aiming to move regional companies from interest to practical application, promote satellite component development and data use, and build a space industry cluster.

## Sansan surveys job changes and career realities in the AI era: 74% feel anxious about their careers, and 55% are “potential job seekers” who are interested in changing jobs

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000827.000049627.html
- anchor: #n356577
- Companies mentioned: Sansan株式会社

## Business card app Eight steps up its recruiting business, making Edoor a group company and introducing AI agent features

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000828.000049627.html
- anchor: #n356576
- Companies mentioned: Sansan株式会社、株式会社イードア、Eightキャリア株式会社

## Reasons for taking paid leave: 40% feel awkward and give a “false reason”?! Travel ranks first among activities when using paid leave before leaving a job / Survey of working women by 女の転職type [No. 129]

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000846.000012506.html
- anchor: #n356575
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社キャリアデザインセンター

## Bringing community well-being to life through “AI × entertainment”! FIT-EASY 仲六郷雑色店, its 14th store in Tokyo and 3rd in Ota Ward, has grand-opened. Early membership campaign underway

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000869.000099487.html
- anchor: #n356574
- Companies mentioned: フィットイージー株式会社、一般社団法人日本フィットネス産業協会

## Bringing community well-being to life through “AI × entertainment”! FIT-EASY 守山志段味店, its 3rd store in Moriyama Ward, Aichi Prefecture, has grand-opened. Early membership campaign underway

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000870.000099487.html
- anchor: #n356573
- Companies mentioned: フィットイージー株式会社、一般社団法人日本フィットネス産業協会

## Bringing community well-being to life with “AI × amusement”! FIT-EASY Kawagoe Matoba opens as its 6th location in Saitama Prefecture and first in Kawagoe. Early membership campaign underway.

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000871.000099487.html
- anchor: #n356572
- Companies mentioned: フィットイージー株式会社、一般社団法人日本フィットネス産業協会

## 【ご好評につき延長】立地の良さで人気のBAレンタルオフィス本町が『入会金０円＆初月フリーレント』になるキャンペーンを実施

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000872.000008585.html
- anchor: #n356571
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社バルテック、株式会社バルテックコミュニケーションズ

## Bringing community well-being to life with “AI × amusement”! FIT-EASY Kashiwazaki Iwagami opens as its 5th location in Niigata Prefecture and first in Kashiwazaki. Early membership campaign underway.

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000873.000099487.html
- anchor: #n356570
- Companies mentioned: フィットイージー株式会社、一般社団法人日本フィットネス産業協会

## Bringing community well-being to life with “AI × amusement”! FIT-EASY Nabari opens as its first location in Nabari, Mie Prefecture. Early membership campaign underway.

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000874.000099487.html
- anchor: #n356569
- Companies mentioned: フィットイージー株式会社、一般社団法人日本フィットネス産業協会

## Bringing community well-being to life with “AI × amusement”! FIT-EASY Tachikawa opens as its 15th location in Tokyo and first in Tachikawa. Early membership campaign underway.

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000875.000099487.html
- anchor: #n356568
- Companies mentioned: フィットイージー株式会社、一般社団法人日本フィットネス産業協会

## Beat the heat with shaved ice and a cheerful Hello Kitty! A Hello Kitty design joins the “Toro-Yuki Shaved Ice Maker” series, marking its 10th anniversary and surpassing 1.5 million units sold.

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000897.000028427.html
- anchor: #n356567
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ドウシシャ、株式会社サンリオ

## Handheld fan “Ice Turbo Fan Pocke” launches with the look of a compact gadget.

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000898.000028427.html
- anchor: #n356566
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ドウシシャ

Japan’s Doshisha has launched the pocket-sized “Ice Turbo Fan Pocke,” a tech-inspired fan equipped with a cooling plate, featuring 100 wind-speed settings and instant cooling.

## Get ready for extreme heat with a large bag of candy! “Salt Recovery Large Bag Candy” makes it easy to replenish salt and citric acid.

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000900.000028427.html
- anchor: #n356565
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ドウシシャ

## 【Event Report】Could adhesive-free timber “DLT” change the future of wooden construction? A forum was held to mark the publication of “DLT: A New Wood Material Speaks About a Sustainable Society.”

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000947.000080658.html
- anchor: #n356564
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クロスメディア・マーケティング、株式会社長谷川萬治商店、法政大学、株式会社クロスメディア・パブリッシング

Cross Media Marketing held a publication forum on DLT timber, exploring how sustainable materials made without glue or nails could change the future of forestry and construction.

## Marriage-focused dating app youbride launches a new option, enabling users to meet members of an online marriage consultation service beyond the app.

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000970.000007950.html
- anchor: #n356563
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社IBJ、ZWEI、エン婚活、スマリッジ、リングベル

IBJ 旗下的婚活 App「youbride」推出新方案「youbride 寬廣版」，讓用戶能跨平台連結線上結婚相談所的 2.6 萬名會員。

## Folta enters a capital and business alliance to support the safe use of generative AI in the workplace.

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000998.000069194.html
- anchor: #n356562
- Companies mentioned: 大日本印刷株式会社、株式会社Folta

## 【Coco’s】Coco’s teams up with popular anime “Haikyu!!”! The “Then Let’s Meet at Coco’s Today Too! Campaign” starts May 19 (Tuesday)!

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000999.000097263.html
- anchor: #n356561
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ココスジャパン

## 【KIHACHI Cafe】“Early Summer Melon Sweets Fair” features fresh, richly fragrant melon treats, including a new melon and mango parfait.

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001065.000005743.html
- anchor: #n356560
- Companies mentioned: アイビーカンパニー株式会社、株式会社サザビーリーグ

## Experience the connections sought in Reiwa-era offices through tug-of-war! The 5th Sunshine City Tug-of-War Tournament will be held May 27 (Wednesday), with the opening ceremony at 18:00.

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001111.000020364.html
- anchor: #n356559
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社サンシャインシティ、吉本興業、サンシャインシティプリンスホテル、東光電気工事株式会社、株式会社一蘭、コカ・コーラボトラーズジャパン株式会社、コニカミノルタプラネタリウム株式会社、セゾン投信株式会社、NPO法人つなひきと友達と、クラフティア

## Physician-initiated clinical trial evaluates heavy-ion radiotherapy combined with immunotherapy for advanced hepatocellular carcinoma—first worldwide confirmation of signs of safety and efficacy.

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001173.000015177.html
- anchor: #n356558
- Companies mentioned: 国立大学法人千葉大学、千葉大学医学部附属病院、量子科学技術研究開発機構、QST病院、AstraZeneca K.K.、日本対がん協会

## “The World’s Beautiful Waterfront Cities,” a carefully curated selection of memorable towns by the water, from open resorts facing the sea to quiet lakeside villages, goes on sale May 22.

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001237.000012505.html
- anchor: #n356557
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社パイ インターナショナル

## 【Yuzu-an】Make special moments even more festive. A celebratory meal set with a complimentary toast drink is now available for weekday lunch only.

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001394.000044964.html
- anchor: #n356556
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社物語コーポレーション、寿司・しゃぶしゃぶ ゆず庵

## A demonstration project has begun at Nihonbashi 1-chome Mitsui Building to improve building facility management efficiency. The project aims to reduce workloads and ensure stable operations using video, IoT and generative AI.

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001413.000013943.html
- anchor: #n356555
- Companies mentioned: 三井不動産株式会社、キヤノンマーケティングジャパン株式会社、MODE, Inc.、Imageous, Inc.

## Make your home the best place to be this summer! 120 items from the seasonal “2026 SUMMER COLLECTION” go on sale.

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001516.000073913.html
- anchor: #n356554
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニトリホールディングス、株式会社ニトリ

## キャリア採用のターゲットは①20代後半②30代前半③20代前半。20代キャリア採用では、一定程度の業務経験重視の企業が6割超【企業調査】

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001521.000013485.html
- anchor: #n356553
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社学情

## FANCL “Deep Charge Collagen Orange Jelly” (food with function claims) launches May 19, 2026 (Tuesday).

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001538.000017666.html
- anchor: #n356552
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファンケル

## Beautiful precisely because it is mixed. Parallel Plastics publishes “Material Library,” a web-based catalog of recycled plastic materials.

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001631.000009971.html
- anchor: #n356551
- Companies mentioned: Hamee株式会社、有限会社ドリルデザイン

## Created and conceived by Yasushi Akimoto! Jiro Sato and Ai Hashimoto become a dynamic detective duo with different surnames in marriage⁉ The novelization of “Fufu Betsusei Keiji” is coming out in 2 volumes!

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001657.000026633.html
- anchor: #n356550
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社扶桑社、株式会社フジテレビジョン

## 【bb.q Olive Chicken】A taste of the tropics in every sip. The second drink in the bb.q Premium Drink series, “Premium Mango Lassi,” is priced at 580 yen (tax included).

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001773.000009215.html
- anchor: #n356549
- Companies mentioned: ワタミ株式会社

## The sky and lake at Lake Toya shift through their most beautiful hues—new presentation “Sora no Awai” launches 【BOUROU LAKE TOYA/Lake Toya Onsen】.

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001972.000019483.html
- anchor: #n356548
- Companies mentioned: 野口観光マネジメント株式会社

## “Tokyo Banana Minions,” which has surpassed 6.6 million units sold, returns in a new banana-shake flavor! Advance sales set for JR Tokyo Station’s GRANSTA.

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001986.000025606.html
- anchor: #n356547
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社グレープストーン

## 【ホテルオークラ神戸】“Parent-and-Child Pastry Chef Experience Workshop” to be held July 25 and August 1.

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002231.000005118.html
- anchor: #n356546
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オークラ ニッコー ホテルマネジメント、ホテルオークラ神戸

## Plush prizes from the film “Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu” roll out starting in late April!

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002234.000005167.html
- anchor: #n356545
- Companies mentioned: フリュー株式会社

## 5月のファミマオンラインは早くも夏向け商品が登場！今話題！リカバリーサンダルのファミマ限定デザインや新素材で涼しさを保つポンチョ・タオルを新発売

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002310.000046210.html
- anchor: #n356544
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファミリーマート、TELIC、COOL CORE

Japan’s FamilyMart will launch exclusive-design TELIC recovery sandals and COOLCORE cooling ponchos and towels on “Famima Online” on May 12, alongside a FamiPay campaign offering 10 times the reward points.

## 【Survey of 500 people】AI, robots and remote surgery in response to medical service shortages caused by population decline: How do patients view advances in medical technology? About 67% feel more reassured by sutures performed by a doctor.

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002567.000044800.html
- anchor: #n356543
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NEXER、ニューハート・ワタナベ国際病院、医療法人社団東京医心会

A survey by NEXER and a hospital found that about 67% of people are uncomfortable with AI performing surgery independently, and most still have greater confidence in sutures performed by a doctor, highlighting a gap between technological progress and patient trust.

## Asked why they do not have a Buddhist altar, about 47% said they “don’t feel it’s necessary.” Others cited a lack of space and concerns that cleaning and upkeep would be difficult.

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002638.000044800.html
- anchor: #n356542
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NEXER、法月株式会社、遺骨供養ウーナ

NEXER 調查顯示日本近 7 成民眾家中未安置佛壇，主因為「不覺得有必要」及「居住空間不足」，且多數民眾對小型化供養產品缺乏認知。

## Enjoy a refreshing chocolate with the fresh aroma of mint! “Ghana Mint Chocolate,” Lotte’s “serious mint chocolate,” returns this year in a limited nationwide release starting May 19, 2026 (Tuesday).

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002647.000002360.html
- anchor: #n356541
- Companies mentioned: インテージ

Lotte will launch “Ghana Mint Chocolate” on May 19 as a seasonal limited edition, combining more than 70 years of mint research with Ghana’s more than 60-year history. Redesigned as a round, two-layer chocolate, it balances refreshing mint and smoothness as a “serious mint chocolate.”

## 鉄道ファンがオークションで狙うお宝は？落札アイテム1位は「駅名標」。未経験者は「模型・レプリカ」から入りたい傾向に

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002649.000044800.html
- anchor: #n356540
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NEXER、株式会社ヤシマキザイ、鉄道ひろば

A NEXER survey found that 66% of respondents were aware of railway auctions, but only 4% had participated. Winning bidders favor station name signs, while newcomers prefer models.

## The moving final chapter that awaits beyond “Wicked: Two Witches.” “Wicked: For Good” arrives on 4K UHD, Blu-ray and DVD on July 8 (Wednesday)!

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002671.000031422.html
- anchor: #n356539
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ハピネット、株式会社ハピネット・メディアマーケティング、ユニバーサル・スタジオ

The film “Wicked Part 2” is set for release in Japan on July 8, 2026, on 4K UHD, Blu-ray and DVD, featuring more than 80 minutes of bonus footage.

## About 28% of office workers are dissatisfied with workplace furniture and equipment. The top concern is desk size.

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002682.000044800.html
- anchor: #n356538
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NEXER、株式会社トミザワ、オフィスレスキュー119Happy

根據NEXER調查顯示，約28%上班族不滿意辦公設備，其中「桌面空間不足」為首要困擾，逾八成受訪者認為環境顯著影響工作績效與效率。

## About 33% of men with children drink alcohol at home almost every day! About 78% said they would appreciate an item that makes drinking at home a little more special for Father’s Day.

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002691.000044800.html
- anchor: #n356537
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NEXER、FOURGRACE

According to a survey by NEXER and FOURGRACE, about 33% of fathers with children drink at home almost every day, and as many as 78% said they would be very happy to receive a special gift on Father's Day that enhances the atmosphere of drinking at home.

## Clothing connects us to the world. GLOBAL WORK and SATELLITE CRAYON PROJECT (サテライトクレヨンプロジェクト) team up for their first collaboration! 9 styles inspired by the colors of Earth seen from space.

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003105.000001304.html
- anchor: #n356536
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アダストリア、スカパーＪＳＡＴ株式会社、株式会社アンドエスティHD

Clothing brand GLOBAL WORK has collaborated with the “Artificial Satellite Crayon Project,” releasing 9 apparel and accessory items inspired by the colors of Earth observed by satellite, with the aim of sparking public curiosity about the global environment and science through fashion.

## [April roundup] AWA unveils its own rankings!!

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003474.000022425.html
- anchor: #n356535
- Companies mentioned: AWA株式会社、株式会社サイバーエージェント、エイベックス・エンタテインメント株式会社

AWA released its music rankings for April 2026. Mrs. GREEN APPLE took the top spot in 三 categories, including playlist additions, while Ayumi Hamasaki was the most-searched artist.

## [First phase of the food floor renovation at 大丸福岡天神店] Confectionery brands are opening one after another, including a brand making its nationwide debut!

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003716.000025003.html
- anchor: #n356534
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 大丸松坂屋百貨店、大丸福岡天神店

大丸福岡天神店 began its first food-floor renovation in 11 years in May 2026, with the first phase bringing in popular confectionery shops including HAKATA ORIOORI, a brand making its nationwide debut.

## A summer moment colored by mangoes at a hotel in Matsue. A luxurious afternoon tea blending tea ceremony culture and sweets from a long-established confectioner!

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004096.000005113.html
- anchor: #n356533
- Companies mentioned: 東急ホテルズ＆リゾーツ株式会社、松江エクセルホテル東急、彩雲堂、三英堂、中村茶舗

松江エクセルホテル東急 will host a luxurious afternoon tea in June and July 2026, combining local tea ceremony culture with summer mangoes and featuring sweets from a long-established confectioner alongside refined mango desserts.

## ＜SNIDEL BEAUTY＞ Teams up with POTETE for their first collaboration! A limited collection featuring a multi-use palette, lipstick, specially designed hair accessories and more goes on sale June 3 (Wed.).

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004097.000018505.html
- anchor: #n356532
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マッシュホールディングス、株式会社マッシュビューティーラボ、POTETE

SNIDEL BEAUTY and hair accessory brand POTETE are collaborating for the first time, launching a summer limited collection of 13 items in June, including a multi-use makeup palette, lipstick and specially designed hair accessories.

## [Cosme Kitchen] Special opening kits available only here and exclusive promotional gifts are coming! 大丸京都店 reopens after renovations on May 20, 2026 (Wed.).

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004172.000018505.html
- anchor: #n356531
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マッシュホールディングス、株式会社マッシュビューティーラボ

Cosme Kitchen 大丸京都店 reopened after renovations on May 20, 2026, offering a limited-edition set worth 16,000 yen for just 8,800 yen and a points-multiplier promotion.

## A seminar titled “Hydrogen and Ammonia Trends,” led by Senior Analyst Takahashi Okimichi of the Resources and Energy Team, Industry Research Department, みずほ銀行, will be held on June 15, 2026 (Mon.)!!

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004438.000032407.html
- anchor: #n356530
- Companies mentioned: みずほ銀行

The New Social Systems Research Institute will hold a seminar titled “Hydrogen and Ammonia Trends” on June 15, 2026. An expert from みずほ銀行 will speak, examining ways to create a hydrogen market in Japan as the country moves toward a decarbonized society.

## Clothing and bag repairs: the Magic Machine shop at ウィング高輪 opens in Minato, Tokyo, on May 14 (Thu.).

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005833.000007505.html
- anchor: #n356529
- Companies mentioned: イオングループ、ウィング高輪

AEON Group company イオングループ's Reform Studio will open a new Magic Machine shop at ウィング高輪 in Minato, Tokyo, on May 14, 2026. It will offer clothing and bag repairs and various remake services, promoting a circular lifestyle in which items are used for longer.

## Short boots that reduce protrusion adopted! OM3 fiber-optic cables delivering 10Gbps over long distances go on sale.

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005922.000011495.html
- anchor: #n356528
- Companies mentioned: サンワサプライ株式会社

Japan's Sanwa Supply has launched a new series of OM3 fiber-optic cables, offering high-speed 10Gbps communications and transmission over distances of up to 300 meters. The cables feature short connectors to save space and are made with safe, low-smoke, halogen-free materials.

## More than 80% of AI users feel a sense of crisis. Relying solely on routine work diminishes employees' value.

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:59:37+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000085.000029038.html
- anchor: #n356349
- Companies mentioned: ECマーケティング株式会社

An e-commerce marketing survey found that more than 八成 of AI users worry that handling only routine tasks will diminish their value as workers. AI has also significantly reduced working hours and lowered companies' willingness to hire additional staff.

## Orders are now being accepted for trading acrylic stands, trading glitter can badges and more from the TV anime “Canaan-sama Is a Little Too Easy to Win Over”!! Available through AMNIBUS, which sells original anime and manga merchandise.

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:59:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009003.000016064.html
- anchor: #n356350
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社arma bianca、株式会社アルマビアンカ

Arma Bianca Co., Ltd.'s AMNIBUS sales channel has announced 11 new merchandise items from the TV anime “Canaan-sama Is a Little Too Easy to Win Over,” including acrylic stands and badges, along with a range of other collectibles.

## The Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra is set to return to Japan.

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:57:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000130986.html
- anchor: #n356351
- Companies mentioned: 大阪新音、フェスティバルホール、チケットぴあ、e+（イープラス）、ローソンチケット、コンサートイマジン

The Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra will tour Japan from June to July 2026, joined by conductor D. Raiskin and soloists Alexei Gorlatch and Olga Scheps. The ensemble, known for its rich musicality and close-knit performance, is returning after 3 years.

## [Departing from Kansai, traveling by 阪九フェリー] Head to Yufuin by car this summer♪ “Yufuin Drive Pack,” including a stay at a members-only hotel, now on sale!

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:56:41+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000855.000076572.html
- anchor: #n356352
- Companies mentioned: 阪九フェリー、ヴィーナストラベル、由布院倶楽部

The “Yufuin Drive Pack,” which includes travel on 阪九フェリー and a stay at the members-only hotel 由布院倶楽部, is now on sale for departures in summer 2026. The luxurious travel plan lets visitors drive to Yufuin and stay at a members-only hotel that is not normally open to nonmembers.
