AI News 180m Report｜2026-05-15 15:00–18:00 JST｜Page 4 of 5https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 387 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 88 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en A solo takeover of the large digital signage at Kyoto Station! “sae-chan🐹💓” of ONECARAT shines as the No. 1 S-tier winner of a Pococha advertising eventhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391380https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391380Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Cohesity expands strategic partnership with HPEhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391379https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391379Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Doctors makes a major wellness industry biotech company a subsidiaryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391378https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391378Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Notice of business succession for “ゆがわら大野屋”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391377https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391377Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESBlue Sky Associates has taken over the business of Atami hot spring inn “ゆがわら大野屋” with support from さがみ信用金庫. It has begun operations through a subsidiary. More than 50% of new graduates are foreign nationals—a “Japanese company barrier” that is difficult to overcome even for N1 holdershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391376https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391376Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESOf the 16 new graduates who joined 株式会社フォーカス in 2026, 9 are foreign nationals. The company has launched a unique, hands-on in-house training program to teach them communication practices specific to Japanese companies, despite their advanced Japanese-language skills. [Hakuraku Station] Personal gym ReViNa (レビナ) Hakuraku branch opens on May 15, 2026 (Friday)! Free trial sessions available!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391375https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391375Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESREJUVENATE’s personal gym ReViNa Hakuraku branch will open in Yokohama on May 15, 2026, offering affordable body conditioning and professional dietary guidance. Free trial sessions are now available. ORENDA WORLD’s globally acclaimed 3DCG animation “また明日ね。” finally returns home! Long-awaited Japanese premiere set for SSFF & ASIA 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391374https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391374Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe award-winning 3DCG animated short film produced by ORENDA WORLD, “明天見。”, will have its Japanese premiere at SSFF & ASIA 2026. [Fujisawa-Hommachi Station] Personal gym ReViNa (レビナ) Fujisawa-Hommachi branch opens on May 15, 2026 (Friday)! Free trial sessions available! Copyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391373https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391373Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社REJUVENATE will open “Personal Gym ReViNa Fujisawa-Hommachi Branch” in Kanagawa Prefecture on May 15, 2026, and offer free trial sessions and a membership fee discount. [The top prize is Hakushu 25 Year] The latest installment of the special once-a-month, 1-day-only whiskey lottery goes on sale May 15https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391372https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391372Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESタチバナE酒販 will launch the latest installment of “Whiskey Mikujī,” featuring premium whiskies such as Hakushu 25 Year and Hibiki 30 Year, exclusively on Rakuten Ichiba on May 15, 2026. IZUMO OROCHI FES 2026 to be held at Matsue City General Gymnasium!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391371https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391371Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSan-in’s largest music festival, “IZUMO OROCHI FES 2026,” will be held in September 2026 at the renovated Matsue City General Gymnasium. [Reporting support for businesses and health insurers] Support for creating review materials that connect health programs to future initiatives, rather than ending with implementationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391370https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391370Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFractal Workout launches a “reporting support service” for businesses, helping organize health program results to support future improvements. Putting Taiyo Group’s “ability to see things through” and “co-creation” into practice: joint new employee training held by Taiyo Grouphttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391369https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391369Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThree companies in the Taiyo Group held joint new employee training in April 2026, using a “simulated Mount Everest climb” to foster teamwork and leadership. A special café experience at “ぴよりんvillage,” opening June 15, 2026! Café menu unveiledhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391368https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391368Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESJR Tokai Food Service will open a new shop, “ぴよりんvillage,” at JR Nagoya Station on June 15, 2026, serving a variety of chick-shaped pudding-themed food and drinks. TBグローバルテクノロジーズ株式会社 receives OTC “Spotlight on New Technology Award”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391367https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391367Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESOffshore energy transfer technology developed by TBG, part of the Tokyo Boeki Group, wins the “Spotlight on New Technology Award” at the U.S. OTC exhibition. 58.3% of senior talent consultants predict companies will step up senior hiring in 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391366https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391366Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA Senior Job survey found that more than half of senior talent consultants expect companies to take a more proactive approach to hiring older workers in 2026. A luxurious lunch course launches, available Saturdays, Sundays and holidays onlyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391365https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391365Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESKobe Chinese restaurant 神戸壺中天 will offer luxurious lunch options, including the “琥珀套餐,” exclusively on weekends and holidays starting in June 2026. Comprehensive partnership agreement signed to promote regional revitalization in 岡山県美咲町https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391364https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391364Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESHaier Japan Sales Company and 岡山県美咲町 signed a comprehensive partnership agreement on regional revitalization and donated home appliances to improve the environment at childcare and educational facilities. [Handa City, Aichi Prefecture] Applications open through Sunday, May 31, for a premium digital voucher worth 5,000 yen, available for purchase at 4,000 yen by Handa residents only!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391363https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391363Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESHanda City, Aichi Prefecture, is issuing digital vouchers with a 25% premium for residents as a measure to address rising prices. The city will use the PayPay app to stimulate the local economy and promote digitalization. [Get an original Woody and Buzz clear file!] From the magic of read-alouds to the adventure of reading alone. A spring Disney Book Fair where curiosity blossoms is now underwayhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391362https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391362Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESEhon Navi and Maruzen Junkudo Bookstores are holding a spring Disney book fair, offering a limited-edition Toy Story clear file, not for sale, with the purchase of selected books. Create a cozy space of your own with a “nook.” Designer rental apartment “LEGALAND文京千石” completed in Sengoku, Bunkyo-kuhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391361https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391361Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESLeTech, part of the Sumitomo Forestry Group, announced that designer rental apartment “LEGALAND文京千石” in Sengoku, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo, was completed on April 28. Fallout mini Collection from the hugely popular RPG series Fallout® coming to INFOLENS GEEK SHOP Ikebukuro PARCO!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391360https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391360Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES e-dash wins contract from 福岡県 for decarbonized management implementation support for small and medium-sized businesses for the 2nd consecutive yearhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391359https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391359Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Local Government DX Promotion Council unveils a map of municipalities offering “ココふる,” an on-site-consumption hometown tax donation program, in its “自治体DXガイド” — a companion feature to its bulletin makes participating municipalities and areas across Japan easy to view at a glancehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391358https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391358Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Participatory social contribution game PicTrée (ピクトレ) teams up with healthcare game HEALTHREE (ヘルスリー)!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391357https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391357Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 株式会社アシスト launches recruitment of sales agents for local search optimization services covering AIO, GEO, LLMO and MEO in the Okayama area. The service optimizes generative AI answers and uses cutting-edge technology to connect brick-and-mortar stores with users.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391356https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391356Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [First-time investor support campaign] Creating new value in the historic ancient capital of Kamakura: applications open for the 12th fractional real estate product, “ジャストフィット鎌倉雪ノ下”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391355https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391355Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 山梨中銀ディーシーカード株式会社 launches an Instagram accounthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391354https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391354Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Ootoya’s first “summer lucky bag” arrives! A preview of limited-edition items from its Chōjū-giga collaboration.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391353https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391353Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Notice regarding executive appointmentshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391352https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391352Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES About 80% of mothers put themselves last: “Make Mother’s Day a day to think about mothers’ health.” Report on the Mother’s Wellness Day Projecthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391351https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391351Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 3 fifth-generation talents debut from “すぺしゃりて,” a VTuber agency focused on game streaming!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391350https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391350Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSpecialite, the game-streaming VTuber agency operated by REALITY Studios, announced that 3 members of its 5th generation will officially debut and hold their first streams on May 24. Gift corner “M's RELIER NAGOYA” to open in front of the central ticket gates at Meitetsu Nagoya Stationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391349https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391349Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES名古屋鉄道 will open the gift corner “M's RELIER NAGOYA” in front of the central ticket gates at Meitetsu Nagoya Station on June 24. The site of a former department store will be put to use, with 10 carefully selected shops moving in. [Osaka, Minato Ward, Tempozan] A theater event with 400 seats becomes a reality with just a 1-page proposal. Young Event Planner Competition “TEMPO CREATOR CHALLENGE” to be heldhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391348https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391348Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTryHard Japan is holding a competition for young creators to bring events to life at a theater with 400 seats. Chun-Li from “Street Fighter 6” brought to life as a 1/4-scale statuehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391347https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391347Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPrime 1 Studio has brought Chun-Li from “Street Fighter 6” to life as a high-quality 1/4-scale statue. [Drinkable pizza] An indulgent calzone overflowing with cheese and fillings. Forget convention and manners, and bite in with abandon! Now available at Dogenzaka wine bar GabuLicious!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391346https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391346Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSLD has launched 6 varieties of its cheese-filled “drinkable pizza” calzone at GabuLicious in Shibuya. The store-exclusive product “Scalp D Hair Root,” formulated with hair follicle stem cell culture extract※1, draws a stronger-than-expected response. About half a year after its introduction in stores, actual in-store sales have grown to about 225%※2https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391345https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391345Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESANGFA’s store-exclusive men’s shampoo “Scalp D Hair Root” has seen sales grow to about 225% within about half a year of its launch. “Hide-and-Seek of Terror,” a commemorative event for Kurayami Amusement Park, to be held in Nagoya and Sapporo!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391344https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391344Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTaito’s “Kurayami Amusement Park” is holding a “Hide-and-Seek of Terror” event in Nagoya and Sapporo to mark its anniversary. “KANSAI COLLECTION 2026 A/W ISAMU MORITA BRIDE Special Stage Appearance Rights Competition” to be held!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391343https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391343Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES17LIVE will hold a competition for the chance to appear on the special stage of the Kansai autumn fashion show “ISAMU MORITA BRIDE.” Super Kaguya-hime! × THEキャラ CAFE STAND opens at the Tokyo Dome City store!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391342https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391342Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESContent Seed Inc. is opening a limited-time collaboration cafe for the popular IP “Super Kaguya-hime!” at Tokyo Dome City. It aims to attract fans with new merchandise and original menu items. “ME TIME ROOM,” furnished with goods from Afternoon Tea LIVING, opens at the Open House Development Iidabashi condominium galleryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391341https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391341Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESOpen House Development has partnered with Afternoon Tea LIVING to open “ME TIME ROOM” at its Iidabashi condominium gallery, offering the ultimate “me time.” discord Yohji Yamamoto to release new items from its “Angular bag” and “CLASP” series on May 22 (Friday)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391340https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391340Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESdiscord Yohji Yamamoto has unveiled new items from its popular “Angular bag” and “CLASP” series. Leather shoulder bags, tote bags and more will go on sale from May 22, expanding the brand’s signature lines. [Hakone Kowakien Yunessun] Hiking season is here! “Come on over! Summit Proof Photo Discount” turns a photo taken at the summit into a half-price admission coupon!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391339https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391339Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESMotoyu Mori no Yu at Hakone Kowakien Yunessun is running its limited-time “Come on over! Summit Proof Photo Discount” campaign for hiking season. Show a commemorative photo taken at a summit to get half-price admission. Win a tall poster with a handwritten autograph! Campaign marks the release of Tamako Tanryo’s “It’s All Your Fault for Wanting Everything” [Holin Love Books]https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391338https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391338Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESHolin Love Books, operated by 株式会社TORICO, is holding a campaign to mark the release of Tamako Tanryo’s latest comic, “It’s All Your Fault for Wanting Everything.” Buyers of eligible products will be entered in a drawing to win a poster with a handwritten autograph. To mark “Cycomi’s” 10th anniversary, new publishing initiative “Cycomi Publishing NEXT” launches! Print editions and new editions of long-running series to be producedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391337https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391337Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Takashimaya Online Store] A new proposal for a summer of rising prices! “Summer Black Friday” to be held for the first time! Around 980 special offers available for a limited time!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391336https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391336Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Notice regarding the launch of a hotel development project on Kouri Island, Okinawa Prefecturehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391335https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391335Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [南紀白浜マリオットホテル] First in Wakayama Prefecture to receive the 4 Gyoiko Sakura rating under “Sakura Quality An ESG Practice,” a Japan-origin ESG certification for accommodation facilitieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391334https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391334Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [cloenc] Wear effortless sophistication: 2026 SPRING/SUMMER COLLECTION LOOK BOOK, 2nd edition now availablehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391333https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391333Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [リーガロイヤルホテル京都] “Peach, Melon and Mango Sweets & Lunch Buffet” to be heldhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391332https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391332Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES First picture book “The Dreaming Cat” by acclaimed 7-year-old artist Nagi Takei to be released on June 24! A world painted by the “color genius,” who has 60,000 social media followershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391331https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391331Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [シェラトングランドホテル広島] Water dispensers installed in all guest roomshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391330https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391330Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Announcement of the JLPGA Tour “Shiseido-JAL Ladies Open” and start of ticket saleshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391329https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391329Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES May 17 is World Hypertension Day: Lemon water tasting event featuring “Pokka Lemon 100” to suggest delicious blood pressure care habits to working people through “lemon treats”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391328https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391328Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES A stool made using an actual Honda-authorized “Super Cub” seat is here!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391327https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391327Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES GMO GlobalSign HD to speak at “AWS Summit Japan 2026”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391326https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391326Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Notice: Yuto Nagatomo selected for SAMURAI BLUE (Japan national team) for FIFA World Cup 2026™https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391246https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391246Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:00 +0900JapanPR TIMESFC Tokyo’s Yuto Nagatomo has been selected for Japan’s national team for FIFA World Cup 2026. The tournament will be held in Mexico, Canada and the United States from June. T4IS2026: Cardano founder Hoskinson delivers remote keynote — “BIP360 vs BIP361: No one has a vote on Bitcoin’s quantum problem”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391247https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391247Fri, 15 May 2026 14:59:59 +0900JapanPR TIMES Gausium’s cleaning robot “Mira” wins “Innovation of the Year” at ISSA Show North America 2025https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391248https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391248Fri, 15 May 2026 14:57:24 +0900JapanPR TIMES Rakuten Insight reports on changes in the “life attitudes” of people in their 20s, comparing 3 years of data from its large-scale “Asking Big Data” survey of about 400,000 peoplehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391249https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391249Fri, 15 May 2026 14:56:08 +0900JapanPR TIMES Summer 2026 (July–September) special train operation plan and operating dates for D&S trainshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391250https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391250Fri, 15 May 2026 14:52:53 +0900JapanPR TIMESJR九州 will operate 1,031 additional trains in summer 2026 (July–September). It will increase Shinkansen and limited express services to meet tourism demand, aiming to improve convenience and revitalize local communities. [Visit to Japan confirmed] Ray Wang, representative of a major Taiwanese food trading company, to speak at the 1st session of the revamped overseas expansion seminar!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391251https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391251Fri, 15 May 2026 14:50:38 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe International Business Linkage Organization has revamped its overseas expansion seminar. Ray Wang, representative of a major Taiwanese food trading company, will speak at the 1st session about the realities of expanding overseas for Japanese companies. A figure of Phainon, “Like the Burning Dawn Ver.,” from the Diorama series is coming from “Honkai: Star Rail.”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391252https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391252Fri, 15 May 2026 14:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESMajor hobby retailer AmiAmi has opened preorders for a new figure from the popular game “Honkai: Star Rail.” The product is Myethos’s Diorama series figure “Phainon: Like the Burning Dawn Ver.,” scheduled for release in October 2026. [salut!] New “Hide It, Make It Shine” series turns “I don’t want it seen” into “I want it admired”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391253https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391253Fri, 15 May 2026 14:49:53 +0900JapanPR TIMESHome goods brand “salut!” has launched its “Hide It, Make It Shine” series, designed to stylishly conceal everyday eyesores such as areas around electrical outlets. The lineup includes wooden cabinets, covers and other items to enhance a room’s appearance. [Seto City, Aichi Prefecture] Rainy season × glamping = a letdown!? “Rain Sounds Glamping Plan” now available, with BBQ and crafts to enjoy even in the rainhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391254https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391254Fri, 15 May 2026 14:49:23 +0900JapanPR TIMESWood Design Park Seto in Seto, Aichi Prefecture, has begun selling its Rain-Sound Glamping Plan, which can be enjoyed even on rainy days. It offers BBQ and a complimentary hands-on craft activity chosen from 5 options, proposing a new way to spend the rainy season. Tickets are now on sale from May 11 for the Towada Lake Night Cruise, enveloped in the fantastic lights of the Towada Lake Festival!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391255https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391255Fri, 15 May 2026 14:48:32 +0900JapanPR TIMESAs part of the Towada Lake Festival, the popular Towada Lake Night Cruise will be held on June 13, 2026. Tickets go on sale May 11, offering a special seat on the lake to enjoy the collaboration of balloon lanterns and fireworks. Breathtaking views × private sauna: ANAGA SAUNA launches in earnest! A restorative stay in a room designed to help you unwindhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391256https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391256Fri, 15 May 2026 14:46:33 +0900JapanPR TIMESホテルアナガ on Awaji Island will launch rooms with private saunas, ANAGA SAUNA, in April 2026, offering a new restorative stay experience. Star team legends including Takashi Saito, Shō Nakata and Hirokazu Sawamura will provide commentary on every game! In a historic first, Japan Life Se-Pa Interleague games will be broadcast live nationwide for free on 18 dates.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391257https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391257Fri, 15 May 2026 14:44:29 +0900JapanPR TIMESBS10 will broadcast the Japan Life Interleague games live and free for 18 consecutive days from May 26, 2026, with legendary players providing commentary and in-depth analysis incorporating data. GANZO Nagoya HAERA store to grand-open on Thursday, June 11, 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391258https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391258Fri, 15 May 2026 14:44:28 +0900JapanPR TIMESLuxury leather brand GANZO will open a new store at HAERA, a new complex in Sakae, Nagoya, on June 11, 2026. To mark the occasion, it will release a total of 6 limited-edition styles, including bags and wallets made with shell cordovan. BASE LAYER HOTEL Nagoya Nishiki, a culture-focused business hotel celebrating its 1st anniversary, to appear at Mori, Michi, Ichiba 2026! Offering music and food experienceshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391259https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391259Fri, 15 May 2026 14:42:15 +0900JapanPR TIMESTo celebrate its one-year anniversary, the culture-focused business hotel BASE LAYER HOTEL Nagoya Nishiki will take part in the Mori, Michi, Ichiba 2026 music festival, offering special programming that brings together music and food. Sponsoring the 40th Annual Conference of the Japanese Society for Artificial Intelligence (JSAI2026) as a CORE sponsorhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391260https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391260Fri, 15 May 2026 14:41:38 +0900JapanPR TIMES ohpner to handle GOAT mobility advertising (ad truck)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391261https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391261Fri, 15 May 2026 14:41:36 +0900JapanPR TIMES Why am I the one who has to answer? 1 in 2 female employees lose their focus at work while handling phone transfers [2026 Survey on Corporate Phone Operations / Cloud PBX MOT/TEL Survey]https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391263https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391263Fri, 15 May 2026 14:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Rokko Alpine Botanical Garden in full bloom! The large colonies of primulas are at their besthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391262https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391262Fri, 15 May 2026 14:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【愛しとーとごはん】5月新メニュー18種類が大好評！コラーゲンバイキングでお待ちしております。https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391264https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391264Fri, 15 May 2026 14:37:41 +0900JapanPR TIMES Top-tier performance for your run. Ciele Athletics™ launches the latest lineup from its elite collectionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391265https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391265Fri, 15 May 2026 14:35:33 +0900JapanPR TIMES What If Your Town Were Gaza? wins the Grand Prize at the Sankei Children's Publishing Culture Awardshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391266https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391266Fri, 15 May 2026 14:33:58 +0900JapanPR TIMES Original products from the Goldman Collection: The World of Kawanabe Kyosai × Zekoo now on salehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391267https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391267Fri, 15 May 2026 14:31:15 +0900JapanPR TIMES ＥＸサービス2,000万人感謝キャンペーンを開催します。https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391268https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391268Fri, 15 May 2026 14:31:06 +0900JapanPR TIMES Addressing business challenges in an era of rising prices and labor shortages: 市川三郷町商工会 to hold a seminar on using support programshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391275https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391275Fri, 15 May 2026 14:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES OoBLE, ranked No. 1 in cumulative backing in the vacuum storage container category, will launch Fresh Kit, a new product for fresh foods, on Makuake on May 15. The company spent 2 years refining its design and functionality.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391274https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391274Fri, 15 May 2026 14:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Funabashi Keiba: 3rd meeting〔June 1 (Mon.)–June 5 (Fri.)〕to feature the Wakashio Sprint (SIII)〔June 4 (Thu.)〕and the 2026 Local Horse Racing Jockeys Championship〔June 2 (Tue.)〕!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391273https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391273Fri, 15 May 2026 14:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Call for Proposals] Announcement of the 18th Kyoto Film Pitching eventhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391272https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391272Fri, 15 May 2026 14:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【TIFFANY & CO.】ダイアン・クルーガー、第79回カンヌ国際映画祭 レッドシー映画財団「ウィメン・イン・シネマ」ガラにてティファニーを着用https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391271https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391271Fri, 15 May 2026 14:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES New for 2026: Tex-Mex Summer Beer Plan, set in a lush urban oasis directly connected to Omotesando Stationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391270https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391270Fri, 15 May 2026 14:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES [JAF Osaka] JAF booth to be set up at ABC Radio Seaside Car Festa 2026 at Sennan Long Park!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391269https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n391269Fri, 15 May 2026 14:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Taoyuan City unveils first-ever solar power installation guidelines, strictly enforcing 4 key measures to protect the environmenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n393989https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n393989Fri, 15 May 2026 17:26:16 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Trump says China agreed to buy U.S. oil; Beijing does not confirmhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n393982https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n393982Fri, 15 May 2026 17:25:58 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Scam ring updates tactics to steal money through QR Code fraud; New Taipei police step up investigative capabilitieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n393978https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n393978Fri, 15 May 2026 17:25:29 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Baek Kun-woo’s connection with Taiwan: After performing Beethoven’s complete piano sonatas【Book excerpt】https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n393977https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n393977Fri, 15 May 2026 17:25:09 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 央視拿下世足賽中國大陸轉播權 傳砍價逾6成https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n393979https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n393979Fri, 15 May 2026 17:24:27 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 愛爾麗 accused of installing hidden cameras to film clients; Taipei orders 2 clinics closed for 6 monthshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n393980https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n393980Fri, 15 May 2026 17:22:25 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Dragon Boat Festival holiday: High-occupancy vehicle restrictions on northbound National Freeway 5 in the afternoon on June 20 and 21https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n393994https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n393994Fri, 15 May 2026 17:21:18 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Cruise ship passengers test negative for hantavirus; CDC says no risk of community transmissionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n393981https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n393981Fri, 15 May 2026 17:20:23 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Japan plans copyright law revision; singers could receive fees when their music is played as BGM in shopping mallshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n393984https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n393984Fri, 15 May 2026 17:18:42 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Distracted drivers account for more than half of National Freeway A1 crashes; Freeway Bureau urges drivers to avoid 3C devices and follow the 3 don'tshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n393983https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n393983Fri, 15 May 2026 17:13:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 路透社：英國外交大臣古柏6/2訪中https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n393985https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n393985Fri, 15 May 2026 17:09:14 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 三星電子 union refuses to resume talks with management, to lead 50,000 employees in a strike on the 21sthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n393992https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n393992Fri, 15 May 2026 17:09:05 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Strong convective cloud development brings risk of heavy rain to Hualienhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n393986https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n393986Fri, 15 May 2026 17:06:12 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Beijing: China and the U.S. remain in communication over arrangements for interaction between their leaders this yearhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n393987https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n393987Fri, 15 May 2026 17:06:10 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Taiwan dollar falls 4.1 cents to close at 31.551 per U.S. dollarhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n393988https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en-p4.html#n393988Fri, 15 May 2026 17:06:08 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA