AI News 180m Report｜2026-05-15 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 6 of 9https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 862 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 33 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en Registration opens for “GOV Conference meetup in Osaka KAWACHINAGANO,” a public-private collaboration eventhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387874https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387874Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES “The ultimate T-shirt.” POLICOTT’s 3-pack of T-shirts, combining a cotton-like feel with high performance, launches on Makuake! More than 130-year-old textile trading company Tamurakoma puts its all into productionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387873https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387873Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES RightTouch to exhibit at “Call Center / CRM Demo & Conference 2026 in Osaka”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387872https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387872Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 株式会社ディーエスブランド upgraded to four-star status under 長崎県’s “Nagasaki Prefecture Everyone-Friendly Workplace Certification Program (N Pika)”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387871https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387871Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Gourmet coupon offers 1 free diner at more than 180 top restaurants in Tokyo and Osakahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387870https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387870Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES TwooCa Mall implements a “Listing Destination Control” feature that allows listings to be restricted to specified companies and organizationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387869https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387869Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Rice snack specialty store “comemari” launches seasonal “plum” flavorhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387868https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387868Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [First time in Shizuoka] Break through price competition and hiring challenges with “design”! Asahi, Sozosha, Shibaura Institute of Technology professors and others reveal business strategies at the “Shizuoka Design Management Summit 2026” on June 24https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387867https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387867Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Online identity verification service “LIQUID eKYC” launches “Manager Data Correction Option,” a feature for correcting document informationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387866https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387866Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Steady skin, clear breathing. “Aromas, removes, and balances through essential oil science”: THREE’s new cleansing oil is here.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387865https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387865Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Celebrity sweets queen Tanabe of Borujuku picks a gift she’d love to give herself. Tokyu Department Store’s first separate catalog for its summer gift collection, “Reward Palette,” begins taking orders Friday, May 15https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387864https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387864Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Major renewal for the first time in about 20 years! Popular YouTuber duo Heisei Flamingo appears in a web commercial for “Schick Intuition”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387863https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387863Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Hi-Res establishes AI development organization “AI Innovation Lab.” Promotes the safe and rapid deployment of AI in society through in-house GPU utilization and computing optimizationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387862https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387862Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Making its first appearance at “AIA Conference on Architecture & Design 2026” in San Diego, U.S.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387861https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387861Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Bunkyo University] Faculty of Information and Communications exhibited at “ニコニコ超会議2026”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387860https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387860Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Secure surpasses 12,000 cumulative facial recognition installations!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387859https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387859Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES SpaceData produces public relations video to mark the launch of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force’s Space Operations Grouphttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387858https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387858Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Preorders begin for GAACAL-exclusive “Shirotan × Sanrio Characters” collaboration itemshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387857https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387857Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Mental health prevention support] Launches support for mental well-being using exercise, breathing and conditioninghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387856https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387856Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Series sales surpass 150,000 units] A coffee kettle developed by a barista in pursuit of the ultimate brew. The popular bestseller, loved for its ease of use, has evolved and been renewed | EPEIOS Drip Kettle FLOW M900https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387855https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387855Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Implements an “AI-powered support feature for initial consultation records” in the “Wemex Health Guidance System,” a system supporting specific health guidancehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387854https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387854Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Grace Ling wears custom shoes by CHARLES & KEITH at the 2026 Met Galahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387853https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387853Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【山口県阿武町】待望の町営塾「あぶスタ」が5月開塾。小中学生62人が“自ら学ぶ力”を体感した体験授業レポートhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387852https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387852Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES First in Aomori Prefecture! Supports Hachinohe public facilities in reducing electricity costs while using renewable electricityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387851https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387851Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Event consulting company TSP Taiyo enters the travel industryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387850https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387850Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Epic Games Mega Sale begins May 15https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387849https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387849Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 三 parties, including Perovion, spun out of Europe’s largest research institute TNO, agree to build a partnership for the global deployment of perovskite solar cellshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387848https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387848Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Pet brand “STANDING ON THE BLUE” launches the third release in its Spring/Summer 2026 collectionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387847https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387847Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES W2、5月に「第2回 DXPO名古屋’26」 「第19回イーコマースフェア大阪2026」の展示会に出展https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387846https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387846Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Professional soccer player Keito Nakamura × “Vicca” campaign underway to popular acclaim! The second installment offers a chance to win limited-edition goods, including an original soccer ball with his handwritten signaturehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387845https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387845Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES ANDPAD Drawings’ performance inspection feature now supports outlet testinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387844https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387844Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES “Caucamo,” specializing in pre-owned and renovated homes, opens “SUITE by cowcamo,” a service focused on homes priced over 200 million yen in central Tokyo. A specialist team provides full support, from property searches to renovation, to help create an ideal homehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387843https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387843Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Celebrating the 21st anniversary of the traditional bodywork salon “Nagomian”! Special events to be held starting Monday, June 1, 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387842https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387842Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Stylem Takisada-Osaka and Asano Nenshi enter strategic partnership to develop textile brand “SORAITO”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387841https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387841Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 自然豊かな舞鶴市で活躍を。地域医療を担う医師や学生へ奨学金の貸与者を募集https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387840https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387840Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Heisei retro-boom favorite “Hoppe-chan” teams up across generations with Reiwa-era popular group “Merupuchi”! Announcement of Shibuya event production and merchandise saleshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387839https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387839Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [OsakaCitySC Cup in 2026] 近畿電機株式会社 confirmed as a sponsor!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387838https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387838Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Studio Coffret to open its 52nd location, “Natori Studio,” on May 22, 2026—the company’s second studio in Miyagi Prefecture and a new location embodying its “atelier chain” concepthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387837https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387837Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Extended due to popular demand] Sapporo handmade wedding ring store 工房Smith札幌本店 extends its bridal fair offering 10% off precious metal costs through May 31! Full support for last-minute preparations ahead of June weddingshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387836https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387836Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Defining a new market category: “atelier chains”—the potential of “unique concepts × chain expansion” pioneered by Studio Coffrethttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387835https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387835Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [カシオ計算機株式会社 speakers] Seminar and networking event on promotions using VTubers and new business development in entertainment fields such as VTubers and fan activities to be held from 19:00 on Monday, May 18https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387834https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387834Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Higo Bank adopts online meeting system “ROOMS” for its remote consultation servicehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387833https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387833Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Connecting local children with “food” and “thoughtfulness”: 農機具王 Iwate Oshu Maesawa store holds “農機具王 Rice Full-Belly Contest”! Children’s work to be featured on a signboard, with unveiling event on May 26https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387832https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387832Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [AdInte] Establishing a reliable advertising delivery framework. JICDAQ certification accelerates digital marketing support that protects brand valuehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387831https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387831Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Uobei and Genki Sushi’s first manga series launches in CoroCoro Comic! “Genki-kun” and “Tekka-maru” become manga characters!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387830https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387830Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES KEIYO announces expanded corporate sales of its portable large-screen 27-inch tablet monitorhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387829https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387829Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Ranked No. 1 on Amazon before release!] You don’t have to give up snacks! Asuken’s first sweets recipe book, “Asuken Official: The Complete Guide to Sweets in the 200-kcal Range,” now on salehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387828https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387828Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES New “Massage Sofa KOYOI AIR” offers full-body massage with the relaxing comfort of a sofahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387827https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387827Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES “THE HIRAMATSU HOTELS & RESORTS Kashikojima” launches a lodging plan to savor “10 years of signature dishes” in a single evening, marking its 10th anniversaryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387826https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387826Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Held June 12] 株式会社Dooox to hold its 3rd free webinar, distilling the latest AI information and key points for operational improvement and management decisions in 60 minuteshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387825https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387825Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [New product] [Parent-child play] A new magnetic Pythagoras educational toy arrives, designed for parents and children to enjoy together!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387824https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387824Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Jujuu Karubi × Rilakkuma] Enjoy a leisurely dessert time with Rilakkuma and friends♪ Playful collaboration menu launches Tuesday, May 19!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387823https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387823Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 10th anniversary of the FlexiSpot Japan website. 10th-anniversary campaign begins May 15https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387822https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387822Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [GoQSystem update] Now supports automatic retrieval of Shopify “deposit dates.” Automates verification and reduces the risk of missed shipmentshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387821https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387821Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【鵠沼海浜公園】1日約4,000名来場の人気クラフトビールフェス第5弾を6月13日(土)・14日(日)に開催「うみちか」編集部が厳選した13ブルワリーと絶品フード16店、音楽を初夏の海辺で楽しむ2日間https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387820https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387820Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Mother’s Day.me] 4,440 entries! Winners announced for the “Mother’s Day.me Mother’s Day Gift Giveaway Campaign 2026,” along with the TOP 10 popular gifts! Which gourmet gift ranked No. 1 for entries and odds of winning?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387819https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387819Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Notice of a book club meeting for “The True Identity of the ‘Hated’”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387818https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387818Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Nikkei Cross Trend announces its ranking of “Businesses Set to Grow” for the first half of 2026. Keywords related to “AI (artificial intelligence)” dominate the top scores, signaling a shift from expectations to implementationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387817https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387817Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Notice of a book club meeting for “The Depths of Wrongful Convictions”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387816https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387816Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES “Beaute Chaumet Afternoon Tea,” a collaboration with パティーナ大阪https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387815https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387815Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Announcement of a sponsorship agreement with 株式会社ホンダ・レーシングhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387814https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387814Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Basketball shoe collection “BLOOM BURST PACK” launcheshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387813https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387813Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Unity Industry DX Conference 2026 to be held, with talks by Mazda, Honda and Takenaka Corporationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387812https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387812Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Fruit flavors arrive for Inaba Pet Food’s “Churu Terrine” for dogs!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387811https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387811Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [May 26–28] Enfactory to speak at the “Employee Engagement Improvement Conference 2026.” In a discussion with Otobank, it will explore “designing connections that improve the quality of relationships,” from fostering internal adoption to crossing organizational boundarieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387810https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387810Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Atre Toride] Upcycled art café on Saturday, May 23: Create your own cup decorated with loss flowers, transforming discarded flowers into something beautifulhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387809https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387809Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Heatstroke prevention] Mid-summer BBQ use is about 12 times the lowest monthly level; proposing “cool BBQ” indoors. TheSpace Kinshicho in Tokyo’s Kinshicho district is scheduled to reopen after renovations in early Julyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387808https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387808Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Large companies prioritize “skills” in mid-career hiring, while small and midsize companies prioritize “retention”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387807https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387807Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Introducing ヨツバ印刷’s custom THERMOS printing service for businesses! Create premium-feeling promotional items and commemorative gifts, starting from 1 item!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387806https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387806Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【群馬県×株式会社スタメン】令和8年度の群馬県アトツギ支援プロジェクト「GUNMAアトツギ部」が始動！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387805https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387805Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES New launch of “Securities Career Change,” a job-change support media platform specializing in the securities industry | Representative Director Hayato Matsuoka to lead the supporthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387804https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387804Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [New product] A storage bag for rice—rethinking storage methods makes a differencehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387803https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387803Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES SHE representative Eri Fukuda to release her first book, “Changing ‘Someone Like Me’ to ‘Because It’s Me,’” on May 15https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387802https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387802Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Experience the world of “Inato Agave” in Oga. A tour of the Inato Agave Brewery and Sanae-san Distillery will be sold by lottery! / Departs July 4; limited to 20 peoplehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387801https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387801Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Designating the last Saturday of every month as “Saturday Day of the Ox”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387800https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387800Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES “Carry a sense of quiet elegance.” Hydro Flask® launches its first Japan-exclusive “omomuki collection,” with a collaboration with ATELIER MATCHA as well!!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387799https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387799Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES NeoStella’s new song “GENESIS” to be released May 22, 2026! A song of “creation” captures the pre-debut group’s first solo concert in music.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387798https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387798Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 株式会社FRS launches “NEST,” a new series of high-performance, people-focused serviced offices. First property openshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387797https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387797Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES “BLACK LAGOON: Revy” from System Service’s figure brand “Vivit” arrives in May 2026!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387796https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387796Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES “&AND HOSTEL NAMBA SOUTH” to open in Osaka’s Namba area on Aug. 1!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387795https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387795Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Fukuoka event confirmed! Experience SEVENTEEN, TOMORROW X TOGETHER, ENHYPEN and BOYNEXTDOOR in VR! “VISION FESTA” — marking the 90th anniversary of 岩田屋本店’s opening in Tenjinhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387794https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387794Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [ステーキのどん] WEB exclusive!! “Don Debut Discount” 10% OFF coupons available!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387793https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387793Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Office strategy to encourage interaction between buildings] Opens a 2nd Japanese-style café inside NTT DATA headquartershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387792https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387792Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES The first K14 jewelry collection from 4℃ arrives, softly luminous and quietly radianthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387791https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387791Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESJewelry brand “4℃” launches its first collection made with K14 gold. Delicate designs inspired by moonlight add a touch of luxury to everyday life. Available at stores nationwide and online from May 15, 2026. [Dancer introduction, part 4!] [Ballet Ensemble Gala 2026: Kanto and Kansai performances] A Japanese dancer who is a leading soloist with a ballet company in Saratov, Russia, known for its long history and high artistic standards, will perform!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387790https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387790Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESMarty Inc. announces that Miu Shibagaki and Kotaro Hirose, principal soloists at the Saratov State Opera and Ballet Theater in Russia, will perform in the 2026 ballet ensemble gala. 【’47（フォーティーセブン）】レタリング刺繍でポジティブなメッセージを表現した「CLEAN UP」メッシュキャップを5月より発売https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387789https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387789Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【うめきた温泉 蓮 Wellbeing Park】May 22: First-ever health seminar featuring Dr. 小池達也 of 公益財団法人 白浜医療福祉財団https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387788https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387788Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESOsaka’s うめきた温泉 蓮 Wellbeing Park will hold its first health seminar on May 22. Orthopedic surgeon Dr. 小池達也 will explain the benefits and precautions of “aquatic exercise,” bringing the facility’s wellness concept to life. Sanrio characters enter the world of ukiyo-e?! Nagatani-en’s “The Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido Cards” teams up with Sanrio characters for a limited-edition collaboration! Buy Nagatani-en ochazuke to get an original card!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387787https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387787Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESNagatani-en has partnered with Sanrio as part of the launch campaign for its official app. The campaign offers limited-edition cards that blend ukiyo-e prints by 歌川広重 with Sanrio characters to customers who purchase ochazuke products. 大分商工会議所 and ZenGroup form business partnership, launch cross-border e-commerce supporthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387786https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387786Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Net Protections launches its buy-now-pay-later service “atone” on KLab’s キャプテン翼 ～たたかえドリームチーム～https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387785https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387785Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESNet Protections’ buy-now-pay-later service “atone” has been added to KLab’s mobile game キャプテン翼 ～たたかえドリームチーム～. The card-free payment option aims to improve convenience and expand the user base. The “turning point” that separates results is already visible in the numbers — A seminar on the “line that sets businesses apart,” as shown by Google Maps data from more than 100,000 storeshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387784https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387784Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESカンリー公司將於 2026 年 6 月舉辦線上研討會，解析超過 10 萬家 Google 地圖商店數據，揭示成功集客的關鍵分水嶺。 A revolution in protecting your car from the midsummer heat! MAXWIN’s umbrella-style sunshade “K-SSD06” is here. Sets up in just 1 second and blocks 99% of UV rays to protect your car from the blazing sunhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387783https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387783Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAutomotive accessories brand MAXWIN has launched the umbrella-style car sunshade “K-SSD06.” It can be set up in 1 second and blocks 99% of UV rays, helping to limit the rise in cabin temperatures during summer. It offers convenience and high performance for a more comfortable driving experience. The most-searched event venue this Golden Week was Yanmar Stadium Nagai; Tennoji Zoo ranked No. 1 among attractions — Golden Week parking search trends surveyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387782https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387782Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESakippa has released its 2026 Golden Week parking search trends. Yanmar Nagai Stadium and Tennoji Zoo ranked first among event venues and attractions, respectively. ショップチャンネル 5月19日（火）は「オールスターホームデイ」 20日（水）は「オールスタービューティーデイ」 21日（木）は「オールスターファッションデイ」を放送https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387781https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387781Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESShop Channel is holding its “Heart-Thumping, Summer Kickoff Thank-You Festival” to mark its 30th anniversary. For 3 days starting May 19, it will spotlight home, beauty and fashion. A campaign will also offer coupons to customers who spend 10,000 yen or more during the event. Nulab Pass licenses, which strengthen organizational information security and governance, surpass 100,000https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387780https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387780Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES The future of AI-powered financial services: NVIDIA envisions intelligence-centric bankinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387779https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387779Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES ＜本日発売＞アース・スターノベル 5月最新刊登場https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387778https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387778Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPublisher Earth Star Entertainment has announced 3 new titles from Earth Star Novel, on sale May 15. The light novels span isekai reincarnation and fantasy, and include both new installments in existing series and new works. April Gold Disc certifications: Snow Man’s “BANG!! / SAVE YOUR HEART / オドロウゼ！” earns Million certification!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387777https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387777Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES日本レコード協会 has announced its Gold Disc certifications for April 2026. Snow Man’s single earned Million certification, while many other artists received awards, reflecting the robust music market. 呉市・広島大学 Town & Gown Initiativehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387776https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387776Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 藤原竜也44歳のお誕生日をサプライズでお祝い！柿澤勇人＆松田慎也が「Sky presents 藤原竜也のラジオ」に登場！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387775https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p6.html#n387775Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESActor 藤原竜也 celebrated his 44th birthday on his radio program “Sky presents 藤原竜也のラジオ,” where 柿澤勇人 and 松田慎也 surprised him with a celebration. The event highlighted the close relationship between the actors and drew fans’ attention.