# AI News 180m Report｜2026-05-14 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 8 of 10

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 909 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.

## AIsmiley to host talk session and networking event on the “here and now” of generative AI in Shibuya, Tokyo, on May 21

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000770.000053344.html
- anchor: #n376593
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アイスマイリー、イオン株式会社、株式会社コミュカル

AIsmiley will hold an in-person event on generative AI trends and use cases in Shibuya, Tokyo, on May 21, 2026.

## A free online seminar will be held on Saturday, May 30, from 11 to 12 as part of 横浜市's “Yokohama Fertility SNS Consultation Program”

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000789.000014333.html
- anchor: #n376592
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファミワン、横浜市

FamiOne will hold a free online seminar on May 30 to discuss preconception health, as part of Yokohama City's fertility SNS consultation program.

## “Hyogo Open Innovation X,” a program supporting new business creation by companies in Hyogo Prefecture, launches

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000798.000016550.html
- anchor: #n376591
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ゼロワンブースター、株式会社みなと銀行

01Booster, Minato Bank and Hyogo Prefecture have launched the “Hyogo Open Innovation X” program to help local companies and startups collaborate on creating new businesses.

## [ABC-MART] Give your summer style a boost! Influencer Osaki shows off Colon sandals, the next-generation platform style that adds +6cm and offers exceptional comfort

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000832.000074055.html
- anchor: #n376590
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エービーシー・マート

## Making its first appearance in Nagoya! Advance tickets for the “Aurora and Forest Story Exhibition” go on sale May 15 (Friday)! Evening hours will also let visitors enjoy the exhibition later in the day.

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000886.000014948.html
- anchor: #n376589
- Companies mentioned: テレビ愛知株式会社、ハンズプロ、ＢＶコミュニケーションズ、中電不動産

Nagoya will host the Nordic-themed immersive exhibition “Aurora and Forest Story Exhibition” for the first time, with advance tickets going on sale May 15.

## Launching the “ORION LCD TV Basic Room Series,” an eco-designed, budget-friendly television with an energy-saving achievement rate of 100% and simple features for comfortable use

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000899.000028427.html
- anchor: #n376588
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ドウシシャ

## [Author event] Switch on your senses through “craftfulness,” a hands-on form of meditation. The “Opening the Senses: Craft × Mindfulness Program” with bestselling author SHOWKO will be held on Sunday, May 31

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000952.000080658.html
- anchor: #n376587
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クロスメディア・パブリッシング、クロスメディアグループ株式会社、SIONE

## Campaign launches for “TRAINING COOL,” a collection of training wear made with cooling fabric for comfort during Japan’s scorching summers; Karen Takizawa named Adidas Training Ambassador

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001079.000003301.html
- anchor: #n376586
- Companies mentioned: アディダス ジャパン株式会社

## [Hosted by Sharely] Webinar on running successful shareholder meetings, “Last-Minute Preparations Ahead of the June Shareholder Meeting: How to Choose a Reliable Partner and What to Look For,” to be held on Thursday, May 21

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001104.000001346.html
- anchor: #n376585
- Companies mentioned: Sharely株式会社、エキサイトホールディングス株式会社

## Survey of allergens in places where infants sleep before starting solid foods — bedding contains allergens including nuts, eggs, milk and wheat, as well as dust mites

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001176.000015177.html
- anchor: #n376584
- Companies mentioned: 国立大学法人千葉大学、株式会社ダスキン

## “Mr. Enaga’s Home,” revealing the secrets of nest-building and charming little birds of the forest depicted in felt, goes on sale May 20

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001236.000012505.html
- anchor: #n376583
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社パイ インターナショナル

## [Second speaker announcement] Kageyama of Royal Hotel, ZIPAIR, TripAdvisor and Booking.com confirmed as speakers! “THE INBOUND DAY 2026” to be held

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001247.000024246.html
- anchor: #n376582
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社mov、株式会社ロイヤルホテル、ZIPAIR Tokyo、トリップアドバイザー株式会社、Booking.com、Internet Marketing Co., Ltd.、グーグル合同会社、一般社団法人日本ホテル協会

mov has announced a high-profile lineup of speakers, including Royal Hotel and ZIPAIR, for “THE INBOUND DAY 2026,” an inbound tourism conference set to be held in August 2026.

## [First store nationwide] New sweets brand “flaneru (Furaneru) Flour and Sugar,” themed around the essential ingredients of sweets, flour and sugar, opens June 11 (Thursday) at 阪神梅田本店!

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001274.000017643.html
- anchor: #n376581
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 エーデルワイス、阪神梅田本店

Edelweiss will open its new sweets brand “flaneru,” themed around flour and sugar, at the Hanshin Umeda Main Store on June 11.

## [Reprints continue!] The dream picture-book collaboration “King × Sendak: Hansel and Gretel” is set for its 3rd printing just over 2 weeks after its release

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001297.000018219.html
- anchor: #n376580
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ＮＨＫ出版、Amazon、楽天ブックス

## [20th anniversary] The “St.GRACE Party Plan,” perfect for adding sparkle to special gatherings, launches at Aoyama St. Grace Cathedral, a landmark in Omotesando!

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001298.000004975.html
- anchor: #n376579
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ツカダ・グローバルホールディング、株式会社ベストブライダル

## [Yakitate no Karubi] Win app coupons! X campaign launches to mark the Beef Tongue Fair

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001396.000044964.html
- anchor: #n376578
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社物語コーポレーション

## Golf apparel brand [PEARLY GATES] signs a clothing sponsorship agreement with pro golfer Akari Sakuma

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001408.000009786.html
- anchor: #n376577
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TSIホールディングス、株式会社TSI、大東建託、サンエー・インターナショナル

## [Nitori apparel brand N+] Stay cool and look refined this summer with versatile functionality. The ¥2,990 “Cool Summer Knit” series launches in late April

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001528.000073913.html
- anchor: #n376576
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニトリホールディングス、株式会社Nプラス

## [Pixio] Turn the space beneath your monitor into a fan-display area. New hanging accessory, the “HDMI Connector Strap,” launches.

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001633.000009971.html
- anchor: #n376575
- Companies mentioned: Hamee株式会社、Pixio

## [Watami no Kodawari Norengai] Hearty feasts to satisfy both appetite and soul! “Early Summer Feast” goes on sale for a limited time starting May 14 (Thursday)

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001772.000009215.html
- anchor: #n376574
- Companies mentioned: ワタミ株式会社

## [Tokyo Banana] Beloved characters “Donald Duck” and “Chip 'n' Dale” return in new sweets! New merchandise includes lunch tote bags and pouches

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001982.000025606.html
- anchor: #n376573
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社グレープストーン

## Takarajimasha's new website “Takarajima Sugoi! WEB,” spanning manga, light novels and novels, opens May 14 (Thursday)

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002422.000005069.html
- anchor: #n376572
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社宝島社

## Sandals from Italian Verona factory brand “WUD” launch at L'ECHOPPE

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002506.000011498.html
- anchor: #n376571
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ベイクルーズ、WUD、L'ECHOPPE

## A fresh early-summer treat featuring the flavors of Shine Muscat grapes and cream cheese: “Choco Pie Premium <Shine Muscat Fromage>” launches nationwide on Tuesday, May 19, 2026

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002649.000002360.html
- anchor: #n376570
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ロッテ

## Kunihiko Mitamura heads to Uji, Kyoto, amid fresh greenery｜Breathtaking World Heritage sites and ancient temples, exquisite hamburg steak and a hidden alleyway gem… a blissful trip for adults!

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002650.000020945.html
- anchor: #n376569
- Companies mentioned: テレビ大阪株式会社、福寿園

## Original goods featuring Heisei-era cute characters go on sale at the 9th Showa and Heisei Retro World Exhibition!

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002678.000031422.html
- anchor: #n376568
- 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、東武百貨店、株式会社カミオジャパン、株式会社CRUX

## New Ocha-ken goods featuring a clover motif launch at the 9th Showa and Heisei Retro World Exhibition!

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002679.000031422.html
- anchor: #n376567
- 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、東武百貨店、株式会社セガフェイブ、株式会社ホリプロ

## The 70th “Yamagata Highlights Exhibition” will be held at 日本橋三越本店 starting Wednesday, May 27｜A showcase of Yamagata's flavors and craftsmanship, including its famous cherries

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003075.000008372.html
- anchor: #n376566
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 三越伊勢丹ホールディングス、日本橋三越本店、漆山果樹園、Al ché-cciano アル・ケッチァーノ、新旬屋本店、清川屋、のら農園、郷土銘菓処 大國屋、きねや本店、中條饅頭、山田家、鶴岡料理すず音、米沢琥珀堂、はりこま屋、菊摩呂こけし工房、ケンランドリネン

## “niko and ...” will launch 16 collaboration items inspired by 7 classic films from コロンビア・ピクチャーズ starting Thursday, May 21

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003111.000001304.html
- anchor: #n376565
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アダストリア、株式会社アンドエスティHD、コロンビア・ピクチャーズ、ソニー・ピクチャーズ コンシューマープロダクツ

## “Sapporo Draft Beer Black Label THE BAR” has surpassed 500,000 total visitors since opening in 2019!

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003199.000012361.html
- anchor: #n376564
- Companies mentioned: サッポロホールディングス株式会社、サッポロビール株式会社

Ginza's “Sapporo Draft Beer Black Label THE BAR” has welcomed more than 500,000 visitors since opening in 2019 and plans to open a second location in Osaka this summer.

## ロングランプランニング株式会社 大阪営業所を一大繁華街・ミナミエリアの中心「なんば駅」へ移転 関西圏のさらなるライブ・エンタテインメント市場の活性化に貢献

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003670.000013972.html
- anchor: #n376563
- Companies mentioned: ロングランプランニング株式会社、Theatre Development Fund

## Crisp outside, creamy inside! A freshly made crème brûlée French toast infused with sweet, fragrant mango takes center stage at 松江エクセルホテル東急’s “Mango and Summer Fruit Sweets Fair,” held for 4 days only.

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004098.000005113.html
- anchor: #n376562
- 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

Matsue Excel Hotel Tokyu will hold its “Mango and Summer Fruit Sweets Fair” for 4 days in June and July 2026, featuring freshly made crème brûlée French toast.

## A seminar titled “The New Industrial Structure Created by Electrification and Hydrogenation,” featuring Takashi Yatabe of the Business Development Office at TEPCO Renewable Power Co., Ltd., will be held on Friday, June 19, 2026!

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004428.000032407.html
- anchor: #n376561
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社新社会システム総合研究所、東京電力リニューアブルパワー株式会社、東京電力ホールディングス株式会社

## A hilarious, unpredictable comedy road trip is back, with Onomichi, Niigata and Otaru as this year's destinations! “Magical Lovely and Igo Shogi's Exciting, Heart-Pounding Tour” returns!

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005017.000029501.html
- anchor: #n376560
- Companies mentioned: 吉本興業株式会社

## New white color added to blend in with bedrooms and desk areas; additional launch of an arm stand compatible with 4- to 12.9-inch devices

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005944.000011495.html
- anchor: #n376559
- Companies mentioned: サンワサプライ株式会社

Sanwa Supply has introduced a new white version of its smartphone and tablet stand for 4- to 12.9-inch devices, featuring 360-degree rotation and 三-section joint adjustment.

## BEOMGYU (TOMORROW X TOGETHER) graces a Japanese magazine cover solo for the first time. A special pinup lets fans fully enjoy BEOMGYU in all his stunning beauty! The July issue of VOCE goes on sale May 21

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008435.000001719.html
- anchor: #n376558
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社講談社

BEOMGYU of TOMORROW X TOGETHER appears solo on the cover of the July issue of Japanese magazine VOCE for the first time. The issue goes on sale May 21 and comes with deluxe beauty gifts.

## “Get to the bottom of foot odor!” The series has sold more than 100,000 copies in Korea! The children’s book What’s Weird Is Science, Volume 2: Fun Chemistry All Around Us is now on sale, offering an entertaining way to learn about the outlandish research honored by the Ig Nobel Prize!

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008973.000002535.html
- anchor: #n376557
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 学研ホールディングス、株式会社 Gakken、Amazon、楽天ブックス、紀伊國屋書店

Japanese publisher Gakken released a children’s science book themed around the “Ig Nobel Prize” on May 14, 2026. The book, What’s Funny Is Science, Volume 2, uses entertaining chemistry research to spark children’s interest in science.

## In “eat a watermelon,” should “watermelon” take “a” or not? A new book, 55 English Grammar Questions I Wish My Teacher Had Answered, clearly explains the English grammar that often trips up Japanese learners!

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008975.000002535.html
- anchor: #n376556
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社学研ホールディングス、株式会社Gakken

Gakken has published 55 English Grammar Questions I Wish My Teacher Had Answered, by linguist Shigenori Tanaka. Using diagrams of core concepts, the book tackles common challenges faced by Japanese people learning English.

## Cardfight!! Vanguard’s special series “Legendary Vanguard” goes on sale Friday, May 15!

- Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009503.000014827.html
- anchor: #n376555
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ブシロード

Bushiroad will release Cardfight!! Vanguard’s 15th-anniversary special series “Legendary Vanguard” and a range of merchandise on May 15.

## A cup of coffee helps 411 children in Cambodia get an education

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:58:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000172888.html
- anchor: #n376451
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ドットプラン

Dotplan is donating 5% of revenue from its coffee brand notice coffee to support education for 411 schoolchildren in Cambodia.

## Shunputei Shota presents a one-of-a-kind rakugo performance — Shunputei Shota’s solo show “Ore Style”

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:58:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000556.000012860.html
- anchor: #n376450
- Companies mentioned: 東海テレビ放送株式会社、落語芸術協会

## First-ever disaster preparedness drill to be held at IGアリーナ on March 28

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:55:49+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000062.000171266.html
- anchor: #n376452
- Companies mentioned: 名古屋ダイヤモンドドルフィンズ株式会社、IGアリーナ、群馬クレインサンダーズ、名古屋市北消防署予防課、名古屋市消防局消防団課、名古屋市大学生消防団

## Announcement: 2026 Season Roof-Open Game supported by B-Union

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:55:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000389.000079562.html
- anchor: #n376453
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 ファイターズ スポーツ＆エンターテイメント、B-Union

## Gaitame.com releases a new video in which 2 gal beginners in investing try their hand at FX

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:50:19+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000859.000052387.html
- anchor: #n376454
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社外為どっとコム

## Aqua Ring joins as a partner company in Ogaki Kyoritsu Bank (OKB)’s “OKB X” program supporting the creation of new businesses

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000022296.html
- anchor: #n376456
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アクアリング、株式会社大垣共立銀行、株式会社森創

## Release of the board game This Time, I Was Appointed Producer of an “Ultra-Individualistic Idol Unit,” offering an experiential way to learn about the appeal of disability welfare

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000077.000011497.html
- anchor: #n376455
- Companies mentioned: NPO法人Ubdobe、吹田市

## “B.Hope Disaster Preparedness Basketball DefenseAction” to be held at a home game venue

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:45:22+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000061.000171266.html
- anchor: #n376457
- Companies mentioned: 名古屋ダイヤモンドドルフィンズ株式会社、B.LEAGUE Hope、スペシャルオリンピックス日本、名古屋市水道局

## Announcement of the release of “Methods for Building and Managing a Candidate Pool: How to Find the Right Recruitment Channels for Your Company”

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:43:33+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000046.000061059.html
- anchor: #n376458
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Delight

## kintone and generative AI transform business operations! New course “kintone連携 Smart at AI実践” launches

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:41:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000063.000052317.html
- anchor: #n376459
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社MOVED、M-SOLUTIONS株式会社

MOVED has launched “kintone連携 Smart at AI実践,” a hands-on course combining kintone and generative AI to help businesses improve operational efficiency.

## Hiranoya, a long-established inn in Gamagori, Aichi Prefecture, founded in Showa 7, opens a nationally innovative “meditation (dialogue) room” on its premises

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000138469.html
- anchor: #n376463
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社平野屋、Itoto architects

The long-established Hiranoya hot spring inn in Gamagori, Aichi Prefecture, will open a meditation and dialogue room called “間（aida）” on its premises, offering guests a peaceful space for deep conversation with themselves.

## vina nide joins as a sponsor of “Badass City 2026,” a breakdancing event originating in Ho Chi Minh City

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000026467.html
- anchor: #n376462
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニード、vina nide Co.,Ltd

vina nide will sponsor the street dance event “Badass City,” to be held in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, in May 2026, providing creative support for merchandise and visual design.

## Grand opening May 16: New cafe concept “SHOGUN BURGER+FACTORY” comes to the Komazawa Park area

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000133.000087376.html
- anchor: #n376461
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ガネーシャ

Wagyu burger specialty shop SHOGUN BURGER will open a new concept combining a bakery and cafe, “SHOGUN BURGER+FACTORY,” in the Komazawa Park area on May 16.

## Karakuri develops homegrown AI that automates PC tasks just by recording a video — proven to cut 200 hours of work annually at a contact center

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000155.000025663.html
- anchor: #n376460
- Companies mentioned: カラクリ株式会社、株式会社TENTIAL、Google社、高島屋、SBI証券、セブン-イレブン・ジャパン、星野リゾート、Meta社

Karakuri has developed an AI application that automates PC tasks simply by recording a video of the operation. A trial at TENTIAL’s customer service center showed it could reduce work time by about 200 hours annually.

## Safety DX: Access more than 300 pieces of content from anywhere in Japan! “TAViS Unlimited,” a new approach to safety education

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:37:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000146756.html
- anchor: #n376464
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プラネックス

## Technoa: From the Tokai region, toward building a regional technology ecosystem

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:37:17+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000284.000053131.html
- anchor: #n376465
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社テクノア、株式会社ネオレックス

## A new limited-edition can design featuring Alice in Wonderland is here from STEAMCREAM!

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:36:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000251.000011903.html
- anchor: #n376466
- Companies mentioned: Sonotas 株式会社、Disney

## New release: A refreshing flavor under the early-summer blue sky. Introducing the new yokan “空渡り”.

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:34:43+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000064.000060382.html
- anchor: #n376467
- Companies mentioned: 亀屋良長株式会社、SOU・SOU

## Ingage wins the Encouragement Award at the “Career Ownership Management AWARD 2026”

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:32:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000302.000029485.html
- anchor: #n376468
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社インゲージ、パーソルキャリア株式会社

## “Shinshu Music Exposition Op.5,” a chamber music concert by musicians from 千曲市, to be held

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000168518.html
- anchor: #n376335
- Companies mentioned: オフィス・クルテ、ミヤザワピアノ調律研究所、千曲市、千曲市教育委員会、信濃毎日新聞社

3 musicians from different generations, all from 千曲市 in Nagano Prefecture, will perform a chamber music concert, “Shinshu Music Exposition Op.5,” in the city on July 12, 2026.

## Supported by Sagamihara City: The region’s largest clinic, serving about 80,000 people a year, and AEON co-host for the first time! “Sukusuku Children’s Job Experience Expo,” a hands-on medical experience event for children, will be held on Saturday, May 30.

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000177555.html
- anchor: #n376334
- Companies mentioned: 医療法人社団Human Love、いつもジェネラルクリニック、イオン相模原ショッピングセンター

## 『Warhammer Skulls』10周年を今年5月に祝おう！『Space Marine 2』『Darktide』の最新情報やワールドプレミアを公開予定！

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000101014.html
- anchor: #n376333
- Companies mentioned: Games Workshop Group PLC、Focus Entertainment、Saber Interactive、Fatshark、Owlcat Games、Devolver Digital、Auroch Digital、Sega、Creative Assembly、Slitherine、Deep Silver、KING Art Games、Kasedo Games

## Over 100 million diagnoses completed! “Makko Diagnosis Portal” grows into one of Japan’s largest diagnosis platforms

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000143217.html
- anchor: #n376332
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ギミックプラス

## Toward eliminating “I can’t eat that”: “団タメ！”—used by 3,000 travel companies—and “Food Diversity” partner to remove food-related barriers on inbound tours!

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000010357.html
- anchor: #n376331
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ボーダレスシティ、フードダイバーシティ株式会社

## Riviera presents another world of tiles made by hand: “Hand Crafted Tiles Exhibition — How Tiles Are Made” at its Tokyo showroom

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000034.000020440.html
- anchor: #n376330
- Companies mentioned: リビエラ株式会社

## Gyoza no Kacchan is all-in on “Gyoza Girls’ Parties”! Every woman in a group that books an all-you-can-eat-and-drink course gets a “special chocolate pie”!

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000035.000176111.html
- anchor: #n376329
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社double

## Madison New York: Adorable expressions rendered in dimensional prints. The soothing “Cat-Rabbit Series” makes its debut!

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000042.000068731.html
- anchor: #n376328
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ミスズ

## Supplement developer REDAS unveils “BODY RETAINER,” the industry’s first supplement sold exclusively through esthetic and beauty salons※

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000043.000096934.html
- anchor: #n376327
- Companies mentioned: REDAS株式会社、メッセフランクフルト ジャパン株式会社

REDAS Corporation will unveil “BODY RETAINER,” the industry’s first BHB supplement sold exclusively through beauty salons, at Beautyworld Japan Tokyo 2026.

## Minimal construction, a state-of-the-art AI parking lot: AI camera parking system “DENNOU PARK” begins operation at a parking lot in Nara Prefecture run by a group company of a major Kansai railway operator.

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000052.000069896.html
- anchor: #n376326
- Companies mentioned: DataHax株式会社、株式会社デンソーウェーブ

## Cocoda, which reveals the inner workings of Japan’s leading design organizations, surpasses 500 featured case studies

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000066.000037235.html
- anchor: #n376325
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社alma、DeNA、チームラボ、LayerX、三菱UFJ銀行、コニカミノルタ、東京ガス、エムスリー

## Mizuho Securities adopts VideoTouch’s “VideoTouch” and “AI Roleplay” together, shifting 5 hours and 50 minutes of trainer-led classroom instruction to on-demand learning and digitizing contact center training for 400 employees across 4 locations

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000067.000016270.html
- anchor: #n376324
- Companies mentioned: VideoTouch株式会社、みずほ証券株式会社

Mizuho Securities has adopted VideoTouch and AI role-play simulations, turning 5 hours and 50 minutes of in-person classes into on-demand videos and digitally transforming training for 400 contact center staff.

## In an era when more than 50% of university entrants decide where to enroll “within the year,” strategies for balancing regular tests and Eiken® are essential for students at combined junior and senior high schools — WAYS, a tutoring school specializing in combined junior and senior high schools, to hold a free seminar in Umeda

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000109.000134095.html
- anchor: #n376323
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社メイツ、WAYS

WAYS, a private tutoring school operated by Mates Co., Ltd., will hold a free seminar in Umeda, Osaka, on admissions strategies for parents of students at combined junior and senior high schools.

## Website relaunched to further automate operations, analyze data and support decision-making through AI

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000171.000013779.html
- anchor: #n376322
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スマートドライブ

SmartDrive completely revamps its corporate website, officially launches the integrated data platform “AI Mobility OS,” and uses AI to automate operations for mobility-related businesses.

## The time of year when 500 varieties of herbs are at their peak: Suzuki Herb Research Institute Herb Garden opens to the public free of charge from 5/21 to 6/30

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000181.000076897.html
- anchor: #n376321
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 鈴木ハーブ研究所

## [Post-event report] Workshop and seminar on preventing job-hunting harassment, which becomes mandatory this year, held with a speaker from 厚生労働省

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000215.000041771.html
- anchor: #n376320
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社i-plug、厚生労働省、株式会社イー・ファルコン、株式会社マキシマイズ

## 【東海テレビプレミアムビジネスサービス Edge】Edge参加企業・株式会社シオンの新規事業！音楽イベントとキャスティングサービス、2つの事業が新たなステージへ！

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000559.000012860.html
- anchor: #n376319
- Companies mentioned: 東海テレビ放送株式会社、株式会社シオン、株式会社守屋実事務所、株式会社LEO、株式会社チリコンカン

## [New store information: Tokyo] “裏の山の木の子 吉祥寺店” opens on 6/4 (Thu.)! New “sour cabbage mushroom hot pot” exclusive to Kichijoji

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000664.000004635.html
- anchor: #n376318
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エー・ピーホールディングス、キノコ村

AP Holdings will open the mushroom hot pot specialty restaurant “裏の山の木の子” in Kichijoji, Tokyo, on June 4, 2026, and introduce an exclusive sour cabbage mushroom hot pot.

## Original merchandise featuring newly drawn illustrations from “Gridman Universe” set for release!

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000724.000006779.html
- anchor: #n376317
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ディ・テクノ、アニメイト、円谷プロ、TRIGGER

## Seminar on boosting sales capabilities in the generative AI and digital transformation era!

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:27:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000033.000165015.html
- anchor: #n376336
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人佐賀県産業振興機構、クラウドサーカス株式会社、株式会社船井総研デジタル

## MakeSomethingNew supports LLM implementation for web services

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:25:55+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000182041.html
- anchor: #n376337
- Companies mentioned: MakeSomethingNew株式会社

## From airport retail media to a digital platform that guides customer flows: AccuNotify™ confirms potential for expansion to generate local consumption

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000030294.html
- anchor: #n376338
- Companies mentioned: ヴィタネット・ジャパン株式会社、国土交通省 沖縄総合事務局

## Reconsidering the complex relationship between humans and nature. “After Control,” a solo exhibition by internationally active Singapore-based artist Robert Zhao Renhui, to be held at Kyoto City University of Arts Gallery @KCUA (free admission)

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:19:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000152174.html
- anchor: #n376339
- Companies mentioned: 公立大学法人京都市立芸術大学、一般財団法人NISSHA財団、独立行政法人日本芸術文化振興会

## [Customer case study] A manufacturer with 199 employees and no IT department gains criteria for making software procurement decisions — 株式会社ナベル × Leach generative AI advisor

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:16:55+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000046.000153035.html
- anchor: #n376340
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ナベル、株式会社Leach

## Sapporo favorite Soup Curry King opens its first Tokyo location!

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:15:50+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000348.000012709.html
- anchor: #n376341
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファイブグループ、株式会社B級グルメ研究所

## Global Cast launches “AI DESK,” leveraging its strength in on-site execution capabilities — integrating AI automation with nationwide on-site operations to ensure practical results

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:12:43+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000197.000033366.html
- anchor: #n376342
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社グローバルキャスト

## 新パッケージで登場！市販の歯ブラシを3秒で電動化する、歯科医師開発「DEN-do（デンドゥー）」がロフト９店舗で展開開始

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000164022.html
- anchor: #n376356
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社HAM、ロフト、HANDS、ヨドバシカメラ、ビッグカメラ、ヤマダウェブコム、Amazon、楽天市場、Yahooショッピング

Dentist-developed electric toothbrush converter “DEN-do” gets new packaging and goes on sale at 9 Loft stores in Japan.

## Yamato Electric signs business partnership agreement with South Korea’s GFI, a KOSDAQ-listed provider of advanced fire suppression and prevention solutions, and secures exclusive sales rights in Japan

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000179133.html
- anchor: #n376355
- Companies mentioned: 大和電器株式会社、GFI Co.,Ltd

Yamato Electric has signed a business partnership agreement with South Korea’s GFI, securing exclusive sales rights in Japan for its advanced microcapsule fire suppression products to address emerging fire risks such as lithium-ion battery fires.

## Aecooly “Chic” desktop fan — palm-sized, with powerful airflow for your desk

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000055.000162534.html
- anchor: #n376354
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社AECOOLY、DeOne Innovation Technology (Hong Kong) Limited

## Fashion AI company NEROOPE reports average errors of 5% for 3-month trend forecasts and about 15% for 6-month forecasts

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000056.000024452.html
- anchor: #n376353
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニューロープ

## Japan’s first FX service to use bonds as collateral to generate “double income (interest),” the new-concept “WEALTH FX,” scheduled to launch on June 22 — advance account applications scheduled to open on June 1

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000064.000111858.html
- anchor: #n376352
- Companies mentioned: Ｊトラストグローバル証券株式会社、JTG証券、Jトラスト株式会社

JTG Securities will launch “WEALTH FX,” Japan’s first new FX service backed by bonds, in June 2026, offering dual income.

## SynQ Remote unveils AI-powered skills-transfer digital transformation that preserves the “tacit knowledge” of construction and infrastructure sites [Industrial DX Expo 2026 Spring, Osaka]

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000095.000068726.html
- anchor: #n376351
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クアンド、南都技研

Quando will showcase “SynQ Remote” at an Osaka exhibition, using AI to record tacit on-site knowledge and enable digital skills transfer.

## “Increasingly complex on-site rules” identified as a cause of system implementation failures

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000125.000092212.html
- anchor: #n376350
- Companies mentioned: オーエムネットワーク株式会社

## From checkout and stocking shelves to fryer cooking! “One-Person Convenience Store” launches today on Nintendo Switch / Steam!

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000126.000009163.html
- anchor: #n376349
- Companies mentioned: SAT-BOX株式会社

## [Survey of 1,365 users of Last Love] 95% of middle-aged and older respondents say they “feel lonely”! Men with “no one they can casually contact” are 1.7 times as numerous as women

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000181.000017594.html
- anchor: #n376348
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ラス恋、アイザック株式会社

A survey of 1,365 middle-aged and older users found that 95.5% feel lonely. The proportion of men who lack someone they can contact casually was 1.7 times that of women.

## REVISIO, which collects attention data on television viewing, completely revamps its official website

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000211.000051361.html
- anchor: #n376347
- Companies mentioned: REVISIO株式会社、TVISION INSIGHTS株式会社

## [Taking place 5/21 (Thu.)] SkyDisk to exhibit at the “Higashiosaka Public-Private Partnership and Manufacturing Talent Forum” (Osaka Prefecture)

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000227.000022401.html
- anchor: #n376346
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スカイディスク、大阪シティ信用金庫、東大阪市産業創造勤労者支援機構

## [One-stop provision of PCs, furniture, cleaning, and disaster-prevention supplies] Office setup support service “CLAS Biz” launches full-scale “Workplace Setup” offering

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000300.000033987.html
- anchor: #n376345
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クラス

CLAS has launched “Workplace Setup” for businesses, offering a one-stop subscription service for everything from PCs and office furniture to cleaning and disaster-prevention supplies, with the aim of reducing initial investment and management costs.

## [Kawakami Village] LINE Open Chat “Lettucepe Village” surpasses 100 participants just 3 months after launch!

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000308.000091165.html
- anchor: #n376344
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社あるやうむ

## 「どんなNo.1があるんだろう」と子どもの探究心をくすぐる！ 文研出版より『ビジュアルクイズ図鑑世界Ｎｏ．１はどれだ！？ 世界の生き物No.1 』を発売！

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000367.000032562.html
- anchor: #n376343
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社新興出版社啓林館、文研出版

## オーストラリアで水源涵養活動を開始、グリフィス大学研究機関とのパートナーシップを締結

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:09:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001528.000042435.html
- anchor: #n376357
- Companies mentioned: サントリーホールディングス株式会社、グリフィス大学

The Suntory Group will launch water-source conservation activities in Australia in May 2026 and sign a three-year partnership agreement with the Griffith University river research institute.

## [Projected annual yield of 14.5%] Fundraising closes for TECROWD Fund No. 97, which invests in domestic capital-gains fund “OME Data Center 03 phase2”

- Published: 2026-05-14T09:06:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000285.000061009.html
- anchor: #n376358
- Companies mentioned: TECRA株式会社、株式会社Unsung Fields、東京電力