AI News 180m Report｜2026-05-15 15:00–18:00 JST｜Page 1 of 5https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.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 Lebanon: Israeli forces’ killing of emergency medical workers is unacceptable—protect medical and rescue personnelhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393896https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393896Fri, 15 May 2026 17:29:16 +0900JapanPR TIMESFollowing the deaths of 2 emergency medical workers in an Israeli attack in southern Lebanon, Médecins Sans Frontières (国境なき医師団) is strongly calling for the protection of medical and rescue personnel. Rescue operations at the scene are severely restricted, putting civilians’ lives at risk. [METI and NTT DATA speakers] Security Agent to hold its “12th Security Networking Event”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393897https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393897Fri, 15 May 2026 17:24:31 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社セキュアオンラインは、2026年5月21日に「第12回セキュリティ交流会」を開催する。経済産業省やNTTデータの専門家が登壇し、サプライチェーンのセキュリティ対策をテーマに講演を行う。 [Ogori City, Fukuoka Prefecture] “I was planning to go” won’t be soon enough. The Ajiisaka Poppy Garden is in full bloom 🌺 Best viewing this weekend!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393898https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393898Fri, 15 May 2026 17:24:10 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Ajiisaka Poppy Garden in Ogori City, Fukuoka, Japan, is in full bloom, and officials are urging people to make the most of this weekend’s flower-viewing season. Notice Regarding the Conversion of Group Companies into Wholly Owned Subsidiaries and Change of Trade Nameshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393899https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393899Fri, 15 May 2026 17:23:47 +0900JapanPR TIMESMIRARTH Holdings will make 2 group companies wholly owned subsidiaries and rename them on July 1 to strengthen its brand and advance its mid-term management plan. [May 15 is J.League Day] Reactions to fans’ picks for the strongest clubs of all time revealed! “They were just absurdly strong”—enthusiastic responses for ’20 Kawasaki Frontale, ’02 Júbilo Iwata and othershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393900https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393900Fri, 15 May 2026 17:17:55 +0900JapanPR TIMESABEMA announced the results of its J.League fan poll for the strongest clubs of all time, with 2020 Kawasaki Frontale, 2002 Júbilo Iwata and others selected. [AEON Retail] Topvalu umbrellas for sun and rain come in about 1.3 times as many varieties as last year, with 50 types availablehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393901https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393901Fri, 15 May 2026 17:17:26 +0900JapanPR TIMESAEON Retail will expand its Topvalu range of umbrellas for sun and rain starting May 15, offering 50 styles, 1.3 times last year’s number. It is also introducing its first limited-edition high-performance model with a heat-shielding rate of 45% or higher. Tokuma Shoten Storytelling Newcomer Award Establishedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393902https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393902Fri, 15 May 2026 17:16:28 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe children’s books editorial department of 株式会社徳間書店 has established the Tokuma Shoten Storytelling Newcomer Award to discover talent in stories for middle-grade elementary school students. Submissions open on July 1, 2026. [First in Japan] “Mitz 金沢,” an experiential complex with a permanent playground+ installation, grand opens on Saturday, May 30, 2026! A new hub for interaction where “food, play and travel” meet, opening at the west exit of Kanazawa Stationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393903https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393903Fri, 15 May 2026 17:15:11 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe complex “Mitz 金沢,” combining dining, experiential attractions and camper van rentals, will open on May 30, 2026, at the west exit of JR Kanazawa Station, becoming Japan’s first permanent site for “playground+.” [GODZILLA ・ HOLLYWOOD RANCH MARKET] 3rd collaboration: 2 styles of original-print T-shirts go on sale May 15 (Friday)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393904https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393904Fri, 15 May 2026 17:15:08 +0900JapanPR TIMESTo mark Godzilla’s 70th anniversary, apparel brand “HOLLYWOOD RANCH MARKET” has launched its 3rd collaboration with Godzilla, with 2 monochrome-print T-shirts going on sale May 15. Women-only machine Pilates studio “pilates K” to begin airing a Fukuoka-area-only TV commercial on May 15!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393905https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393905Fri, 15 May 2026 17:15:07 +0900JapanPR TIMESWomen-only machine Pilates studio “pilates K” will air a regional TV commercial in Fukuoka starting May 15 and will also open 2 new locations. “Peach Vacances Afternoon tea”: a luxurious moment to fully savor the summer sparkle of fragrant peaches and rich melonshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393906https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393906Fri, 15 May 2026 17:13:24 +0900JapanPR TIMESBest Bridal restaurants in 5 cities will offer a summer afternoon tea featuring peaches and melons from June through August 2026. [Kaga Onsenkyo] Discover the delicate yet opulent beauty of Kutani ware at “Kaga Ikuryokuen” in Yamanaka Onsen. “Shunjiro Ishitomi Exhibition” to be heldhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393907https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393907Fri, 15 May 2026 17:13:12 +0900JapanPR TIMESA special exhibition featuring Kutani ware artist Shunjiro Ishitomi will be held at “Kaga Ikuryokuen” in Yamanaka Onsen, Kaga City, Ishikawa Prefecture, from May 16 to June 15, 2026. The exhibition will showcase original works combining traditional techniques with foil. First public recording confirmed for “Future Leaders Voice,” the radio show hosted by “脱・税理士スガワラくん,” with 1.65 million YouTube subscribers! An “entrepreneurship entertainment” experience and networking event with IMALU to be held on June 25https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393908https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393908Fri, 15 May 2026 17:12:55 +0900JapanPR TIMESA PR company announced that it will hold the first public recording and networking event for the radio show hosted by “脱・税理士スガワラくん,” with 1.65 million YouTube subscribers, and IMALU on June 25. Marketing AI OS “ENSOR” to speak at “Commerce Summit 2026,” a conference for retail and e-commerce, in Miyazakihttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393909https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393909Fri, 15 May 2026 17:12:08 +0900JapanPR TIMESREHATCH will showcase its marketing AI OS “ENSOR” at “Commerce Summit 2026,” sharing how integrating data analysis and creative generation through AI can improve efficiency. Notice Regarding Changes to Corporate Auditorshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393910https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393910Fri, 15 May 2026 17:11:24 +0900JapanPR TIMESMIRARTH Holdings announced changes to its board of corporate auditors in June 2026, involving incoming and departing members. Notice Regarding Cancellation of Treasury Shareshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393911https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393911Fri, 15 May 2026 17:11:00 +0900JapanPR TIMESMIRARTH Holdings announced that it will cancel 2.36 million treasury shares to enhance shareholder value. Immersive gaming experience event “XREAL Gaming Challenge” to be held at Shibuya PARCOhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393912https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393912Fri, 15 May 2026 17:10:08 +0900JapanPR TIMESXREAL held the “XREAL Gaming Challenge” event at Shibuya PARCO on May 9, 2026, showcasing a new immersive gaming experience with AR glasses that brings “a big screen anywhere.” “Next-generation play styles” created with AR × furniture. At an XREAL-hosted event, CAGUUU’s products drew attention as “partners that complete the immersive experience”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393914https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393914Fri, 15 May 2026 17:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESCAGUUU provided furniture in support of XREAL’s AR gaming experience event. TVアニメ『しゅごキャラ！』より、「日奈森あむ」がキャラなりした姿“アミュレットエンジェル”が立体化。https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393913https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393913Fri, 15 May 2026 17:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESAmiAmi (大網株式会社) has begun accepting preorders for a 1/6-scale finished figure of Amu Hinamori in her Amulet Angel form from “Shugo Chara!”. Notice Regarding Change of Trade Names of Consolidated Subsidiarieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393915https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393915Fri, 15 May 2026 17:09:34 +0900JapanPR TIMESMIRARTH Holdings announced that on July 1, 2026, it will rename its subsidiary レーベンホームビルド to MIRARTH アーキテクト and レーベンゼストック to MIRARTH ゼストック. [Urgent release] Hail also struck the Kanto and Kansai regions yesterday, the 14th (Thursday). Could asset values fall by 20%? “Hail Damage Countermeasures Action Manual” published to protect your car from hail damage.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393916https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393916Fri, 15 May 2026 17:05:56 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式會社池內 has urgently released a “Hail Damage Countermeasures Manual” to protect cars amid hailstorms in the Kanto and Kansai regions, and is holding an event to mark the opening of its Honjo store. Cover and special feature: Pikachu (Pokémon) / AERA on sale May 18https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393917https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393917Fri, 15 May 2026 17:05:45 +0900JapanPR TIMESAsahi Shimbun Publications announced that Pikachu, as Pokémon marks its 30th anniversary, will appear on the cover of AERA’s enlarged May 25 issue, which will also feature a special report on cutting-edge university research and a profile interview with Luup CEO Daiki Okai. 『うさまるキッチン』5月後半限定新規着せ替えが登場！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393918https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393918Fri, 15 May 2026 17:05:42 +0900JapanPR TIMES手機遊戲《兔丸廚房》於5月15日至6月1日推出5月後半限定關卡及全新換裝獎勵。 【ノートルダム宇部】15周年記念「大感謝祭」を5月24日開催｜模擬挙式や地域マルシェ、記念日フォトなど世代を超えて楽しめる1日にhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393919https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393919Fri, 15 May 2026 17:05:36 +0900JapanPR TIMESYamaguchi Prefecture wedding venue Notre Dame Ube will hold its 15th-anniversary Grand Appreciation Festival on May 24, 2026, featuring a mock wedding and a local market. Niigata-born screenwriter Naoki Inoura’s 25-year journey in a single night. 5 short films to be screened togetherhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393920https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393920Fri, 15 May 2026 17:04:52 +0900JapanPR TIMESNiigata-born screenwriter Naoki Inoura will hold screenings on May 30 and 31, 2026, showing 5 of his short films in one go. Crowdfunding planned for the “Hokuriku Recovery Children’s Music Caravan & Developmental Support Lecture,” an event supporting recovery from the Noto Peninsula Earthquakehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393921https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393921Fri, 15 May 2026 17:03:52 +0900JapanPR TIMESTo support areas affected by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, children’s concerts and lectures on developmental support will be held in 3 Hokuriku prefectures in late July, with crowdfunding also planned. Tech for Impact Summit 2027 to be held—The 4th summit will take place in Tokyo on May 18, 2027 (Tuesday) and 19 (Wednesday). Waitlist registration opens.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393922https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393922Fri, 15 May 2026 17:02:39 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【Taking place May 31 (Sunday)】Watch the UEFA Champions League final, “PSG vs. Arsenal,” in real time! Hiroki Kono and Daisuke Nasu will provide live commentary amid the excitement at Karaoke Manekineko.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393923https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393923Fri, 15 May 2026 17:02:15 +0900JapanPR TIMES “An invitation to LA?!” A hugely popular influencer who is also active on television goes undercover at H4, which offers the job-hunting internship “Time-Slip Experience Program.”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393924https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393924Fri, 15 May 2026 17:01:42 +0900JapanPR TIMES Experience the lively festivals of Edo at the National Archives of Japan!—Special exhibition “Wasshoi! Tenka Matsuri”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393925https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393925Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:29 +0900JapanPR TIMES D&M Company announces its investment asset balance (consolidated) for April 2026.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393926https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393926Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:11 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【Some details updated】Unlimited access to 40 facilities! Sales begin for the “Aichi-Nagoya Sightseeing Pass,” offering 90 days of enjoyment.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393976https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393976Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Belgian earwear brand “Loop” collaborates for the first time with “Pleasing,” the brand helmed by Harry Styles.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393975https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393975Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Popular fortune teller Yuko Gakucho’s tarot school “UNLEASH” announces business partnership with 電話占いウィル.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393974https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393974Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Step into a midsummer world of ice: Shizuka Arakawa-produced “Friends on Ice 2026” announces the return of world champion Kaori Sakamoto after 5 years!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393973https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393973Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【TreasureBox2 customer management system for salons】Featured in the book “Beauty Salon Startup Guidebook: What Sets Successful Salon Owners Apart!”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393972https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393972Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Taste Korea’s trending matcha flavor in makgeolli: “JINRO YOICHA Makgeolli Matcha” launches May 22 (Friday).https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393971https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393971Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES モンベル×SSTR2026 会場限定コラボTシャツ等、オフィシャルグッズを全公開https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393970https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393970Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Karimoku Furniture to exhibit for the first time at “ART BUSAN 2026,” one of South Korea’s largest art fairs.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393969https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393969Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES A collaboration campaign between the anime “Fist of the North Star -FIST OF THE NORTH STAR-” and “ROUND1” is set to launch!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393968https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393968Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Kabaya Foods releases its first music video for “Cibou Star.”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393967https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393967Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES “Oshigoto Aipri” anime releases the synopsis and preview images for Episode 7!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393966https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393966Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 4 articles on the latest investment trust information published on “Minkabu (Investment Trusts)” in May 2026.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393965https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393965Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Japan Badminton Association × Japan Women’s University’s “Faculty of Economics (tentative name)”—Proposing new ways to experience sports that resonate with women and younger audiences through an economic perspective.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393964https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393964Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Sunsun Kids TV features the bath-time educational device “Ofuro Aquarium” in a video! ＜YouTube channel with 3 billion total views＞https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393963https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393963Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Akutagawa Prize-winning author Naoki Matayoshi and a medical specialist discuss lifestyle habits important for brain health and the value of raising awareness early, from everyday and medical perspectives.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393962https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393962Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【Condominiums in Tokyo’s 3 central wards】Are condominiums in redevelopment areas increasingly going unsold? Meanwhile, residential areas enjoy stable demand.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393961https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393961Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Ease anxiety with science and find your way to natural sleep. This book is full of ideas to help you find your personal strategy for better sleep and restore a body and mind that can fall asleep naturally. “The Science of Sleep,” from the Beautiful Living series, is now on sale.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393960https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393960Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES From skincare and makeup to the structure and ingredients of skin, hair and nails, this book offers a systematic explanation of the science behind beauty. Clear, evidence-based answers in this 1 book. “The Science of Beauty,” from the Beautiful Living series, is now on sale.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393959https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393959Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Notice of the upcoming download release of the sci-fi romance adventure “My Merry May with be” for PlayStation®4.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393958https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393958Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES A book offering an at-a-glance look at the latest menopause care, still uncommon in Japan! Learn new ways to navigate menopause. “The Science of Menopause,” from the Beautiful Living series, is now on sale.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393957https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393957Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Notice of the launch of “Ochaken” animated LINE stickers.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393956https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393956Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTo capitalize on the “Heisei nostalgia” boom, Creative Plus announced the release of animated LINE stickers featuring Ochaken, the soothing character created in 2002. Free delivery of Clearclear begins for the “Donald McDonald Family Room at Tokyo Metropolitan Children’s Medical Center.”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393955https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393955Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Notice of a nationwide collaboration campaign between the TV special anime “The Quintessential Quintuplets＊” and “ROUND1.”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393954https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393954Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【京王プラザホテル八王子】食欲をそそるアジアングルメが勢揃い さらにハーゲンダッツ アイスクリームもお好きなだけ「魅惑のアジアングルメ with ハーゲンダッツ」を開催https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393953https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393953Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES The “Kindergarten, Nursery School and Preschool Job Fair in Himeji 2026” is taking place!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393952https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393952Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESHimeji City, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, announced that it will hold a joint job fair for kindergartens, nursery schools and other local institutions on June 20, 2026. Memorial live show “A LONG VACATION” for Yohei of Kyohan-sha to be held at Asakusa Toyokan on June 10 (Wednesday)!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393951https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393951Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESShochiku Geino will hold a memorial live show for its late performer Yohei of “Kyohan-sha” at Asakusa Toyokan. “Re:EDIT Wellness,” a “bare-skin freedom bra top” combining functionality and beauty, ranked No. 1 on Rakuten on its launch day!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393950https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393950Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Spring in Matsudo’s Yagiri shifts from “youth” to “first love”: spring cabbage, grown through traditional crop rotation, is at its peak!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393949https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393949Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES One of western Japan’s largest attractions, “Nijigen no Mori,” is coming to “Machi★Asobi vol.30”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393948https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393948Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Why don’t hotels make a profit even when they’re fully booked?—“AI HotelBrain on IDX” unveils an optimization AI model designed to transform hotel management.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393947https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393947Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES A report from the Yokohama venue of “Let’s Sortie Together! The Battle Cats Exhibition”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393946https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393946Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES“Let’s Sortie Together! The Battle Cats Exhibition,” a showcase of the popular game “The Battle Cats” by ポノス株式会社, is making its Kanto debut in Yokohama. Exhibits that let visitors experience the game’s world and limited-edition merchandise are proving popular. 【Ways for children to spend their days off】Departing June 7: Doctor Experience School 【morning and afternoon】https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393945https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393945Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESPlus One Education will hold the “Junior Doctor Experience Camp” on June 7, 2026, giving elementary school students a hands-on experience of medical work and the chance to interact with healthcare professionals. A pop-up shop for popular VTuber Amau Shirōppu is coming to 2 GiGO locations nationwide! New merchandise featuring original illustrations is on the way!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393944https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393944Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESChugai Mining will hold a pop-up shop for VTuber Amau Shirōppu at GiGO Ikebukuro and Namba, featuring new merchandise. Bringing community well-being to life with “AI × amusement”! The 15th location in Shizuoka Prefecture and 4th in Hamamatsu City! FIT-EASY Hamamatsu Shitoro has officially opened, with an early membership campaign underway.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393943https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393943Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESFIT-EASY has opened a new location, “Hamamatsu Shitoro,” in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture, featuring automated AI health management and a variety of entertainment and fitness facilities. VACK ON!! × UP-T collaboration shop opens!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393942https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393942Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESVSinger music festival “Vack-ON!!” has teamed up with custom merchandise platform UP-T to offer limited-edition merchandise. 【KEITH】Notice of the launch of a feature page on the KEITH official online store showcasing “grown-up summer style” worn by Naoko Hamajima.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393941https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393941Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESFashion brand KEITH has collaborated with model Naoko Hamajima on a “grown-up summer style” feature for its official online store. The much-anticipated sweet-and-savory “Lambton” is now available as a rice bowl! Osaka Ohsho launches “Lambton Genghis Khan Rice” for a limited time.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393940https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393940Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Notice of the arrival of “ぶいすぽっ！ Scale Figure -Play with paint- vol.9”.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393939https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393939Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESGENDA GiGO Entertainment will offer limited-edition prize figures of the popular VTuber group “ぶいすぽっ！” at its arcades. Notice on the Introduction of the “Elecom 40th Anniversary Thanks Stock 400K” Restricted Stock Incentive Plan for Elecom Employee Shareholdershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393938https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393938Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES They’re Actually from the Same Cohort! Tontsukatan’s Morimoto and Yutaro Hamada Make Their First Joint Appearance: “Go Up Against Omaccha at Next Year’s R-1!”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393937https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393937Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES STマイクロエレクトロニクス Unveils Wide-Bandwidth 3-Axis Vibration Sensor to Help Shrink Industrial Equipment, Reduce Power Consumption and Lower Component Costshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393936https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393936Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES What Sets Companies That Stop at “Using AI” Apart from Those That Transform with “AiX”? A Practical Guide for Mid-Sized and Small Businesses, “President, 90% of That AI Investment Is a Waste,” Now on Salehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393935https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393935Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【奈良 蔦屋書店】Talk Event with English Coach Ryo Tsukamoto, Whose Books Have Sold More Than 1.2 Million Copies, to Be Held on May 24 (Sun.)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393934https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393934Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Nogizaka46’s Saya Kanagawa 1st Photobook “Suki no Gradation” Goes on Sale June 30, 2026; All 21 Bookstore Purchase Bonus Designs Revealed!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393933https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393933Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 28 Pages to Enjoy the Japan Derby to the Fullest! Keiba Eight Special Edition “Japan Derby Preview” Goes on Sale May 19https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393932https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393932Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESSankei Shimbun’s Keiba Eight to Publish a Special “Japan Derby Preview” Edition Featuring 28 Pages of In-Depth Horse Racing Coverage. TBS Podcast “OVER THE SUN”’s Annual Sports Festival, a Huge Hit Every Year, Is Back This Year on an Even Bigger Scale!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393931https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393931Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【TAC Judicial Scrivener】Everyone Is Welcome! Information on the Orientation for the Course Starting May 21 (Thu.)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393930https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393930Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Japanese education organization TAC is holding a free online information session for its judicial scrivener course, recruiting students aiming to earn their qualification in 2028. 【Limited-Edition Bonuses: Reservations Now Open】The Series Has Sold More Than 1.7 Million Copies! Volume 16 of “The Yakuza’s Guide to Babysitting,” the Heartwarming Yakuza Comedy About a Boss’s Only Daughter and His Youngest Lieutenant, Goes on Sale July 10!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393929https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393929Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 2nd Photobook by Former #Babababambi Member Miyu Kishi to Be Released July 16 (Thu.)! A New Chapter for Her as a Woman, Featuring “Her Most Daring Looks Yet.”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393928https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393928Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Lineup Revealed for “ぴあMUSIC COMPLEX (PMC) Vol.40,” Featuring HYDE on the Cover and in the Lead Feature! Includes a Special 16-Page Monaki Booklet!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393927https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393927Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES New “Caramel Sand Peach Tea,” Combining the Rich Flavor of Peach with Fragrant Tea, Goes on Sale May 20 (Wed.)!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393853https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393853Fri, 15 May 2026 16:59:46 +0900JapanPR TIMES Toei Animation and 灯白社 Open “Detective Precure! Exhibition: Why? Mystery?! Invitation”; Official Report on the Media Preview Releasedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393854https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393854Fri, 15 May 2026 16:52:10 +0900JapanPR TIMES “Subnautica 2” Surpasses 2 Million Copies Sold Worldwide Just 12 Hours After Release!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393855https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393855Fri, 15 May 2026 16:50:09 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【Tokushima Gambarous】Notice of Contract Renewal with Player Miyushi Tsurutahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393858https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393858Fri, 15 May 2026 16:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESProfessional basketball team Tokushima Gambarous has renewed its contract with key player Miyushi Tsuruta. The move signals the team’s intent to maintain stability and pursue victory next season. FastLabel Selected for National Project “Research and Development on AI-Readiness of Manufacturing Data, etc. (GENIAC),” Implemented by 経済産業省 and NEDOhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393857https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393857Fri, 15 May 2026 16:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Hankyu Hanshin Holdings Group Begins Considering the Establishment of an Open-Ended Private Real Estate Fund, Leveraging Its Business Foundation and Real Estate Expertisehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393856https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393856Fri, 15 May 2026 16:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【ウェスティンホテル東京】“Mango & Melon Summer Fruit Dessert Buffet,” Featuring More Than 20 Types of Desserts: Spend 2 Months Surrounded by the Fragrance of Summer Fruit in a Sunlit Space Filled with Mango and Melonhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393859https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393859Fri, 15 May 2026 16:48:07 +0900JapanPR TIMES Dolce & Gabbana Launches Items Inspired by Its Maiolica Pattern and Hosts an Event with Global Ambassador Jung Hae-inhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393860https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393860Fri, 15 May 2026 16:45:34 +0900JapanPR TIMESDolce & Gabbana Celebrated the Launch of Its Fall/Winter Preview Collection Inspired by “Maiolica Tiles” with a Special Event at its Ginza Store, Attended by Global Brand Ambassador Jung Hae-in. Kalodata Drives Improvements to Next-Generation TikTok Shop Support Features Through User Surveyshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393861https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393861Fri, 15 May 2026 16:44:44 +0900JapanPR TIMES REVO BOOST, an Energy Jelly with Salt Designed for Field Use, Now on Salehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393862https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393862Fri, 15 May 2026 16:44:36 +0900JapanPR TIMES ANA Crowne Plaza Chitose to Hold “Beer Garden 2026: The World Falls in Love with Hokkaido” (July 1–September 13); A Lineup of Dishes That Pair Well with Summer Beer, Featuring Hokkaido’s Seasonal Ingredients Prepared Using Cooking Techniques from Around the Worldhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393864https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393864Fri, 15 May 2026 16:40:17 +0900JapanPR TIMES Try Creating Your First 3DGS Model: Free Seminar on the Latest PortalCam Handheld Scanner to Be Held in Toranomon, Tokyo, on June 2 (Tue.) | First 5 Applicantshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393863https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393863Fri, 15 May 2026 16:40:17 +0900JapanPR TIMES Your Home Is the Most Luxurious Place in Life. Resorttrust Group Launches “Prestige Nursing,” a New Non-Covered Nursing and Daily Living Support Businesshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393865https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393865Fri, 15 May 2026 16:40:05 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【アンケート調査】約5人に1人が経験した家庭での食中毒の「ヒヤリ体験」。冷蔵庫へ“すぐ入れる”は8割も、“7割収納”の実践はわずか1割https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393867https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393867Fri, 15 May 2026 16:40:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA Nadia survey found that 兩成 of respondents had a close call with food poisoning at home. Although most said they refrigerate food as soon as they get home, only 一成 follow the refrigerator 七分滿 rule. “Misuzu Hataya” from “Gakuen Idolmaster” Is Being Made into a Figure. Preorders Now Open at AmiAmi.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393866https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393866Fri, 15 May 2026 16:40:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAmiAmi Opens Preorders for a 1/6-Scale Figure of “Misuzu Hataya” from “Gakuen Idolmaster,” Made by Union Creative. SHOTEN GXTZ Firmware Update Ver.1.03 Now Availablehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393868https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393868Fri, 15 May 2026 16:37:45 +0900JapanPR TIMES焦點工房 Releases Firmware Update Ver. 1.03 for Its SHOTEN GXTZ Electronic Adapter, Improving Autofocus Performance with Certain Lenses. Japan Badminton Association × 日本女子大学 “Faculty of Economics (Tentative Name)”: Proposing New Ways to Enjoy Spectating Through Learning Economics from Consumers’ Perspectiveshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393869https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393869Fri, 15 May 2026 16:33:56 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Japan Badminton Association and 日本女子大学 are partnering to analyze the spectator experience from students’ perspectives, with the aim of growing the badminton fan base to 1 million. 【Technoa】“Co-Creation Community” for Small and Mid-Sized Manufacturing Business Leaders to Launch in Fall 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393870https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393870Fri, 15 May 2026 16:33:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESTechnoa will establish a “Co-Creation Community” in fall 2026 to connect leaders of small and mid-sized manufacturers; voting is now open to choose the community’s name. “Yomikuji” Campaign to Mark the Series’ Cancellation! Latest Volume of “Pop Team Epic SEASON NINE” Goes on Sale Today, Friday, May 15!!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393871https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-15/index-en.html#n393871Fri, 15 May 2026 16:30:59 +0900JapanPR TIMES竹書房 Will Hold a “よみくじ” Lottery Campaign Using RFID Technology to Celebrate the Release of “Pop Team Epic SEASON NINE.”