AI News 180m Report｜2026-05-15 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 3 of 7https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 545 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 72 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en Brioni and Tessabit unveil "Suite 45"https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391035https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391035Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Peatix launches an industry-first initiative using AI to automatically assess how conducive events are to networking, and opens a dedicated page featuring "networking-friendly events" across all 33 categorieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391034https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391034Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【イベントレポート】株式会社タイムレス「5月中途社員入社式」を開催https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391033https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391033Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES "風媒花" wins the Highest Gold Award for the 2nd consecutive year at TWSC 2026 and is also selected as "Best of the Best"https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391032https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391032Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [For business leaders] Free launch of the "CEO's Candid Thoughts Worksheet"! Organize the leadership mindset that shapes sales, organizations and management decisions at a glancehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391031https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391031Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [火の神蒸溜所] Continues its winning streak after WWA honors! Debut product "HINOKAMI NEW BORN No. 1" wins the Highest Gold Award in its category at TWSC 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391030https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391030Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES At the Tokyo Whisky & Spirits Competition 2026, Satsuma Shuzo's "神の河Black" wins Best of the Best in the barley category of the shochu divisionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391029https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391029Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Winners of the March and April "Sky PerfecTV! Sayonara Awards" announced!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391028https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391028Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Researchers discover that combining RNA and DNA can regulate the molecular recognition of nucleic acid aptamershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391027https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391027Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Fukushima Nissan holds a regional disaster-preparedness event using EVshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391026Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES "Tokyo Okutama Onsen Okutamaji" to reopen in July 2026 [All-inclusive] New rooms with open-air baths and saunashttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391025https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391025Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Disaster-preparedness water circulation system "WOTA Unit ER" launches disaster-preparedness package for phase-free usehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391024https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391024Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESWOTA launches the "WOTA Unit ER" disaster-preparedness water circulation system, which provides water for handwashing in normal times and seamlessly switches to supplying water for showers and other domestic uses during water outages; first put into service at an elementary school in Hiroshima. [Crowdfunding launches] Specs above all. The technology behind powerful suction, packed into 29ghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391023https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391023Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESYOCABITO launches crowdfunding on GREEN FUNDING for a battery-free travel vacuum pump weighing just 29g and powered by a portable battery. Game Kingdom, a game-buyback service, marks its 10th anniversary and plans to strengthen initiatives such as employment supporthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391022https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391022Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Former Takarazuka Revue members 十碧れいや and 和海しょう appointed official ambassadors for "BLISSTIA SUITES & RESORT Okinawa Onna Village"!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391021https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391021Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSankei Building announces that former Takarazuka Revue members 十碧れいや and 和海しょう have been appointed official ambassadors for "BLISSTIA SUITES & RESORT" in Onna Village, Okinawa. Limited-time "My Dog's Milestone Campaign!" celebrates the years shared by dogs and their owners, starting Sunday, May 17https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391020https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391020Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES A "Suspicious Transaction" checklist feature has been added to "レリーズ本人確認"https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391019https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391019Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESGOGEN has added a "Suspicious Transaction" checklist feature to its real estate transaction system "レリーズ本人確認," helping businesses comply with anti-money-laundering regulations. On "Savanna Takahashi's Sauna God," the guest joining for a moment of post-sauna bliss is big-eating idol もえのあずき! "They found a huge amount of food..." She candidly reveals the story behind the birth of the "Big-Eating Queen"! Tomorrow, Saturday, May 16, from 18:00https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391018https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391018Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Niigata-based brand-building project "百年物語" unveils 5 new products (2026 models) from 5 companies in the prefecturehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391017https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391017Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Niigata Industrial Creation Organization (NICO) will present 5 locally made new products for 2026 from the "百年物語" project at the "Interior Lifestyle" exhibition. The ultimate holster for handguns is here! Now available for left-handed users! The long-awaited left-handed version of the "Multi-Fit Weapon Light Holster LUX" goes on sale in late May 2026! The end of the search for the right holster!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391016https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391016Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESLayLax will release a new left-handed version of the "Multi-Fit Weapon Light Holster LUX" in late May 2026. It fits a range of weapon lights and handguns and is priced at 7,000 yen. Omiai, operator of the dating app "Omiai," sponsors "JJUG CCC 2026 Spring" as a booth sponsorhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391015https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391015Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESDating app "Omiai" announces it will be a booth sponsor at "JJUG CCC 2026 Spring," Japan's largest Java community event. NOSE SHOPの新業態「U NOSE SHOP（ユー ノーズショップ）」がついに始動。池袋、心斎橋の2拠点にオープン。アジア発の新進ブランドが中心となるブランドラインアップを一挙公開【第1弾】https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391014https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391014Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESNOSE SHOP's new concept store "U NOSE SHOP" opens in Ikebukuro and Shinsaibashi, featuring emerging Asian perfume brands. Columbia × FUJI ROCK FESTIVAL’26 collaboration T-shirt goes on sale Friday, June 12https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391013https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391013Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESColumbia will release a collaboration T-shirt with "FUJI ROCK FESTIVAL’26" on June 12, 2026. Designed by artist Kosuke Kawamura, it features the company's distinctive moisture-wicking and quick-drying technology. The design celebrates the fusion of music and nature and supports summer music festivals. Cloud-based CTI/call center system "BIZTEL" to exhibit at "Call Center/CRM Demo & Conference 2026 in Osaka"https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391012https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391012Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESLink Co., Ltd. will exhibit its cloud-based "BIZTEL" customer service system in Osaka in May 2026, showcasing features including AI call summaries and automatic detection of abusive customers. Build an ethical community from the rooftop of JOINUS: "GREEN JOINUS Festa" to be heldhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391011https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391011Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSotetsu Building Management will hold "GREEN JOINUS Festa" at Yokohama JOINUS from May 30 to 31, 2026, promoting the SDGs and eco-friendly shopping experiences. [Friday, May 22] Event held for "Africa Day." So, that's Uganda! —The real Pearl of Africa, beyond what guidebooks tell you—https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391010https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391010Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESCertified NPO Terra Renaissance will hold a free online talk event about Uganda on May 22. As part of a series of events sharing perspectives on Africa today, local staff will talk about everyday life not found in guidebooks. [Handa City, Aichi Prefecture] June 6 is "Musical Instrument Day": Outdoor "Music Marche" lets visitors experience the joy of music firsthand — Building a town with musichttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391009https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391009Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESHanda City, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, will hold an outdoor "Music Marche" on June 6, 2026, "Musical Instrument Day," featuring hands-on instrument experiences and workshops. A much-anticipated lineup! "Funko" figures from "Sonic," "FNAF" and "Hazbin Hotel" go on sale starting Friday, May 15, at INFOLENS GEEK SHOP's Ikebukuro PARCO store and online store!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391008https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391008Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES New NFT game "EGGRYPTO X" set for release this fall! Pre-registration opens today, along with the launch of a new game trailer!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391007https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391007Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [GoQSystem Update] Quantities can now be displayed for "product names for shipping slips" set in the product master, making verification on shipping labels even more efficienthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391006https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391006Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Shipeee takes over store operations at Taipei Main Station, one of Taiwan's largest transportation hubshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391005https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391005Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Mirabo launches its maternal and child health handbook app "mila-e おやこ手帳" in 鳥取県 鳥取市https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391004https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391004Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Catherine Deneuve appears at the 79th Cannes Film Festival wearing Pomellato jewelryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391003https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391003Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESActress Catherine Deneuve appeared at the 79th Cannes Film Festival. She wore pieces by Italian jewelry brand Pomellato on the red carpet for a film directed by Asghar Farhadi, helping raise the brand’s profile. Ahead of the May 28, 2026 (Thursday) release of the new novel game りかも～ど♡, starring VTuber 花宮莉歌 and featuring ASMR, a campaign is underway offering the chance to win the full game by playing the demo!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391002https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391002Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES The King of Swing tells his own story of life and music. The documentary film Count Basie opens nationwide in stages from July 3, 2026 (Friday), at Shinjuku Musashinokan, YEBISU GARDEN CINEMA, Cinema Risu and elsewhere.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391001https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391001Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【4 incredible days in Musashi-Kosugi!!】Super-fresh yakitori at bargain prices! とり家ゑび寿 on sale from 5/18https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391000https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n391000Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES To mark the release of the film Your Quiz, for which QuizKnock supervised the quiz content, the web media outlet QuizKnock published an article highlighting the appeal of quizzes.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390999https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390999Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Financial Career, a job-change support media outlet specializing in the financial industry, relaunches｜Supported by Representative Director Hayato Matsuokahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390998https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390998Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES ArtSticker launches HARAJUKU Art & Culture Walk, a project inviting visitors to explore art in the Harajuku and Omotesando areas, with support from 株式会社ゴールドウインhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390997https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390997Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Niseko-born craft beer brand POWDERHOOD BREWING launches in earnest. Launch event to be held at Toranomon’s dam pub on Friday, 5/29.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390996https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390996Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【Free admission】Shochiku Geino Togeki Live: Make・Za・Comedy Theater in Ginza～～An unpredictable comedy arena～ to be held on Wednesday, May 27https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390995https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390995Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES CINC forms strategic partnership with B-Side, a group of freelance professionalshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390994https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390994Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES ＜MERCURYDUO＞ A much-talked-about dress that drew a huge response at the 2026 SUMMER exhibition goes on sale.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390993https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390993Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES JTEKT joins research and development on making generative AI project GENIAC AI-readyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390992https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390992Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Cowboy Bebop’s Spike Spiegel becomes a BE@RBRICK! “BE@RBRICK Cowboy Bebop Spike Spiegel 100%”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390991https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390991Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Stay cool and comfortable during outdoor summer sports! New “ZAMST FAN VEST,” which cools the body with circulating air, launches May 15!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390990https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390990Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【Bringing a US trend to Japan】A new morning ritual: “toasting with protein instead of coffee”! VALX sponsors a morning coffee partyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390989https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390989Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Open-world MMORPG Sword of Justice (Justice) rolls out a major update to celebrate its half-anniversary!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390988https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390988Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 生活クラブ生協’s Depot Matsubacho store, committed to locally produced goods, reduced additives and reduced pesticide use, reopens after renovations on Friday, 5/22!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390987https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390987Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Beat the heat in small spaces! New Jenix light with a 7-blade fan makes effective use of ceiling spacehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390986https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390986Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES The 30th-anniversary exhibition ALL OF EVANGELION will be held in Nagoya this fall! The TV series Neon Genesis Evangelion is also currently airing on TV Aichihttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390985https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390985Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES A brewery in Yosano, Kyoto, and a hotel team up to offer a special experience exploring the story behind craft beer brewing. The first event, an ASOBI BEER tasting, will be held on May 30【Mercure Kyoto Miyazu Resort & Spa】https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390984https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390984Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【上越市立水族博物館 うみがたり】夜間特別開館「ペンギンナイト」【２０２６年６月５日（金）、６日（土）１７：３０～１９：３０】https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390983https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390983Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【西武園ゆうえんち】Welcoming dogs as new guests: the “Wanwan Seibuen Amusement Park” event, where dogs can enjoy the amusement park, starts today!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390982https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390982Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES “Packed with features at great value”: Samsung Galaxy A57 5G meets the real-world needs of people in their 20shttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390981https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390981Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Starting Friday, May 15, 2026, a campaign giving away flags bearing handwritten messages from the trainees of PRODUCE 101 JAPAN 新世界 will be held for Lemino Premium members!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390980https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390980Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES A lustrous, amplified look with colors inspired by the waterline. The limited-edition “Komorebi Milk Tea” shade of the Zoom Eye Potion eye color palette, combining a translucent finish with vivid color, is back due to popular demand!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390979https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390979Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【Exclusive survey】Latest for 2026: Ranking of popular hotels and ryokan among foreign visitors [Fukushima edition]. Urabandai Lake Resort Goshiki no Mori takes 1st place! | Ranking of popular hotels and ryokan among inbound visitors #inbound #MEOhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390978https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390978Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES JNTO announces a new marketing strategy based on the Basic Plan for Promoting a Tourism-Oriented Nation / Foreign guest-nights totaled 15.08 million in March; Taiwan ranked 1st in February for the first time in about 2 years, and more: Visit Japan Lab publishes its inbound tourism roundup for the first half of May 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390977https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390977Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES The legendary ballet Aleko brought back to life with digital technology ～Chagall’s giant backdrop returns to the stage after 83 years～https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390976https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390976Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES JTB begins sales on May 15 for tours to watch Japan’s matches at the 2027 Men’s Rugby World Cup in Australiahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390975https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390975Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【Eikoh Link Study】“Summer Course Kickoff” for elementary school students in grades 1, 2 and 3 to be held July 11https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390974https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390974Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Korean 3-piece band wave to earth, captivating audiences worldwide, releases new single “heaven and hell,” heralding the start of a new chapterhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390973https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390973Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【Starting 5/15】【Kagoshima Prefecture】Applications open for support with the “Kagoshima Small and Medium-Sized Business DX Promotion Project,” offering up to ¥4 million (subsidy rate: 2/3)!【助成金なう】https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390972https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390972Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【ホテルオークラ東京ベイ】Four-day-only “Parent-Child Cooking” event to be held during summer vacationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390971https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390971Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Find something exciting at FamilyMart! The “Yoshi and the Mysterious Picture Book” campaign starts Tuesday, May 19. Get a Yoshi-designed small plate on the spot when you buy a qualifying product!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390970https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390970Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【TAC Patent Attorney Course】Free online seminar “Thorough Analysis of the Reiwa ８ Fiscal Year Patent Attorney Short-Answer Exam” to be held Wednesday, 5/20!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390969https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390969Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【そごう広島店】A festival bringing together more than 200 varieties of baumkuchenhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390968https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390968Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESそごう広島店 will hold the “Baumkuchen Expo” from May 20 to 26. More than 200 varieties of baumkuchen from all 47 prefectures will come together, making it an important event that promotes regional economic revitalization and the appeal of food culture. “Bikkura Pon!” and “Freshness-kun”… Has Kura Sushi obtained about 70 patents!? A closer look at the many inventions created by Osaka-based Kura Sushi! Plus, an in-depth explanation of the Osaka land-fraud case. Yohei Daikichi takes on the role of a “con artist” for the first time!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390967https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390967Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA special edition of TV Osaka’s program 《如果的財富之道》 airs on May 16, featuring an in-depth report on Kura Sushi’s patented inventions and an analysis of the Osaka land-fraud case. The first midsummer day has arrived early! Enjoy a taste of “summer cool” at the hotel with Shinkyo shaved icehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390966https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390966Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【新宿プリンスホテル】Dining plans with tickets to ブルーマングループ performances and special menu items now on sale【期間】August 2, 2026 (Sunday)–September 13 (Sunday)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390965https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390965Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTo coincide with Blue Man Group performances, Shinjuku Prince Hotel is offering dining plans that include tickets, along with a limited-edition collaboration menu. cacao, finalists in King of Conte 2024, to release a long-awaited DVD of their solo live show “JON” on Wednesday, August 12, 2026!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390964https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390964Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESComedy trio cacao, represented by 吉本興業, will release a DVD of their solo live show “JON” on August 12, 2026. In addition to the sold-out performance at Namba Grand Kagetsu, the DVD will include bonus footage. The move highlights the popularity of the trio, who drew attention as finalists in King of Conte 2024. Products from パナソニックグループ win iF Design Award 2026; 1 item, the ES-AM20 men’s shaver, is selected for Goldhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390963https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390963Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES19 products and UI designs from Panasonic Group have won the 2026 iF Design Award, with the men's shaver “ES-AM20” taking the top Gold Award. JAF booth to be set up at “フォーラムエイト・ラリージャパン2026”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390962https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390962Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Japan Automobile Federation (JAF) will set up a PR booth at “フォーラムエイト・ラリージャパン2026,” to be held at Toyota Stadium from May 28 to 31, 2026. The booth will feature hands-on activities, including a driving simulator, to showcase the appeal of motorsports. Are private tutors expensive? Survey of 300 parents reveals monthly costs and how they choose a tutorhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390891https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390891Fri, 15 May 2026 12:57:43 +0900JapanPR TIMES More satisfying and tender! “Tender Tuna Cutlet with Special Sauce” returns with an updated recipe on May 15 (Friday)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390892https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390892Fri, 15 May 2026 12:57:11 +0900JapanPR TIMES Sweet-and-sour sauce and special tartar sauce whet the appetite in new “Chicken Nanban with Rich Tartar Sauce,” launching May 15 (Friday)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390893https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390893Fri, 15 May 2026 12:55:20 +0900JapanPR TIMESnosh Co., Ltd. will launch a new low-carb, low-sodium frozen meal, “Chicken Nanban with Rich Tartar Sauce,” on May 15, combining health and flavor. “Juicy Basil Pepper Chicken,” with an addictive kick of black pepper, launches May 15 (Friday)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390894https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390894Fri, 15 May 2026 12:53:58 +0900JapanPR TIMESnosh is launching a new frozen meal, “Juicy Basil Black Pepper Chicken,” on May 15, offering a healthy, low-carb and low-sodium option. X follow and repost campaign! To celebrate the release of Volume 2 of the collected edition of ショコラシュクレコミックス『転生没落令嬢ですが、無神経王子の妃なんて願い下げです』, enter for a chance to win a color proof with 荻嶋花’s handwritten signature or a signed bookhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390895https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390895Fri, 15 May 2026 12:51:23 +0900JapanPR TIMESTo celebrate the release of Volume 2 of the otherworldly romance manga 《轉生沒落千金》, the publisher is holding an X follow-and-repost giveaway. 頭皮アートメイクによる「後遺症抜け毛治療」。放射線治療・頭部の怪我・コロナ等の後遺症での抜け毛に悩む方への治療を。薬による育毛との並行治療も可能。頭皮アートメイク専門の看護師 月乃なつhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390898https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390898Fri, 15 May 2026 12:50:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Survey of 1,000 people on vacant homes] “I want to sell, but have no choice but to leave it unused”—survey reveals 3 structural gaps hindering the use of vacant homeshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390897https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390897Fri, 15 May 2026 12:50:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Oshi activities at Nagoya Marriott] Cute and charming characters come together! Sanrio Characters’ “きゅあかわ！ふぇすてぃばる！” to be held on July 18, 2026 (Saturday)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390896https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390896Fri, 15 May 2026 12:50:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 町田駅エリアに2業態が同時オープン！「カラオケ居酒屋イザカラ町田店」と「秩父焼肉ホルモン酒場 まる助 町田店」が2026年5月16日（土）オープンhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390899https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390899Fri, 15 May 2026 12:49:07 +0900JapanPR TIMES Hidden Toyohashi soul food “こま太郎の特製牛たんシチュー” added as a hometown tax donation gifthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390900https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390900Fri, 15 May 2026 12:47:53 +0900JapanPR TIMES Demand for eKYC grows amid regulatory changes, accelerating adoption of Showcase’s identity verification tool “ProTech ID Checker”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390901https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390901Fri, 15 May 2026 12:45:14 +0900JapanPR TIMESRegulatory tightening is driving demand for eKYC, and Showcase’s identity verification tool “ProTech ID Checker” has now been adopted by more than 400 companies. The second J.LEAGUE × FREAK'S STORE collection goes on sale today, May 15 (Friday)! Raise your voices, share your passion and become the “12th player” supporting your club from the stands. A collection bringing the pride of all 20 clubs to the streets!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390902https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390902Fri, 15 May 2026 12:41:54 +0900JapanPR TIMESSelect shop FREAK'S STORE has announced its second collaboration with the J.League. Apparel and goods for supporters of all 20 J1 clubs in 2026 will go on sale from May 15, offering styles that let fans show their club pride in everyday life. Korean skincare brand “tHermoCEUTICAL” to launch at salons for the general public from May 18, 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390903https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390903Fri, 15 May 2026 12:37:04 +0900JapanPR TIMESKorean skincare brand “tHermoCEUTICAL” will launch across salons for the general public in Japan on May 18, 2026, and exhibit at the Tokyo International Beauty Show. [One of the largest displays near Sapporo!] Tulips set to reach peak viewing soon! (Takino Suzuran Hillside National Government Park)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390904https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390904Fri, 15 May 2026 12:36:11 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe 230,000 tulips at Takino Suzuran Hillside National Government Park in Hokkaido are about to reach their peak viewing period. The “Tulip and Lily of the Valley Festival 2026” will be held from May 16. A locally rooted construction company supports school extracurricular activitieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390905https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390905Fri, 15 May 2026 12:30:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES 株式会社Prorium enters into a capital and business alliance with MOSH株式会社 and raises funds from multiple investorshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390916https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390916Fri, 15 May 2026 12:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES “のとジン氣” wins Gold and “CHA-CHA-CHA” wins Silver at TWSC2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390915https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390915Fri, 15 May 2026 12:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Wins the top Gold Award at TWSC2026! English whisky “ワイヤーワークス カデューロ”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390914https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390914Fri, 15 May 2026 12:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Enjoy Okinawan food at Kitahiroshima Station!] Okinawa Prefecture’s Nago Fair to be held!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390913https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390913Fri, 15 May 2026 12:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES June 16 event | Seminar for manufacturers: “Hiring foreign workers in manufacturing: First steps in determining eligibility for Specified Skilled Worker acceptance”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390912https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390912Fri, 15 May 2026 12:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [May 16 (Saturday) and May 17 (Sunday)] “Character feature” event at fashion plaza パシオス!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390911https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390911Fri, 15 May 2026 12:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [NOJESS] Rouge Up! —Notre Petite Histoirehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390910https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390910Fri, 15 May 2026 12:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES SA VILLE / SA VIE publishes its “THE STYLE Vol.16” web feature page featuring model 大屋夏南https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390909https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390909Fri, 15 May 2026 12:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES “GYDA” actress and model 山本望叶 to appear at the GYDA LUCUA Osaka store! 15th-anniversary in-store event set for May 23, 2026 (Saturday)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390908https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390908Fri, 15 May 2026 12:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES A new store focused on gifts from Cath Kidston! Tamagawa Takashimaya S.C. store opens June 5 (Friday)! Opening-exclusive items and novelties, plus a custom ribbon-wrapping service available only at the store!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390907https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390907Fri, 15 May 2026 12:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES GMO Coin: 7 new currency pairs to be added to “Foreign Exchange FX” from May 18 (Monday)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390906https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-12/index-en-p3.html#n390906Fri, 15 May 2026 12:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES