AI News 180m Report

2026-05-18 09:00–12:00 JST

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One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 711 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 23 items from 1 source.

One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

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Latest volume 32 of the manga adaptation of 『転生したらスライムだった件』 goes on sale June 9! An Animate-exclusive “newly illustrated large acrylic stand” will be available, along with a promotional fair!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

To mark the release of volume 32 of the popular manga That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime, Animate is offering exclusive merchandise and promotional events to boost fan engagement.

Companies mentioned:株式会社アニメイトホールディングス、株式会社アニメイト、講談社

C-NET to hold a webinar on May 22 covering 4 themes to advance logistics DX

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Logistics systems developer C-NET will hold a free webinar on logistics DX on May 22, 2026. With WMS at its center, 4 sessions will offer workplace improvement strategies and aim to address industry challenges.

Companies mentioned:ソニー、デロイト トーマツ ミック経済研究所株式会社

TOPPAN begins mass production of flexible packaging using Japan’s first EB offset printing process

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

TOPPAN has developed and begun mass production of flexible packaging using electron beam (EB) offset printing, a first in Japan. The environmentally friendly process can significantly reduce CO2 emissions by about 16%, advancing sustainability in the packaging industry.

Companies mentioned:TOPPANホールディングス株式会社、TOPPAN株式会社

【Kyushu】Scholarship program launches for high school students who do not attend school or are socially withdrawn

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

A public-interest foundation in Japan’s Kyushu region has established a new type of grant scholarship to support high school students who refuse to attend school or are socially withdrawn.

Companies mentioned:公益財団法人ちくご川コミュニティ財団、おなか元氣ぐるーぷ

Survey of savings and annual income among people in years 1–10 of their careers

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

A doda survey found that people in Japan with 1–10 years of work experience have average savings of 4.51 million yen, and more than 七成 prioritize their personal lives.

Companies mentioned:パーソルキャリア株式会社

“30 minutes to the body you want”: Konami Sports’ personal training gym “Personal 30”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Originalコナミスポーツが1回30分の新業態パーソナルジム「Personal 30 東松原」を2026年7月3日に開業する。

Miki Kogyo entrusted with operation of the “Aso Battery Storage Business”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Enalys will operate Miki Kogyo’s “Aso Battery Storage Business,” a project using Sumitomo Electric’s VRFB batteries that aims to begin operations in 2027 to stabilize the power grid and expand renewable energy use.

Companies mentioned:株式会社エナリス、美樹工業株式会社、三井住友ファイナンス&リース株式会社 (SMFL)、住友電気工業株式会社、一般社団法人 環境共創イニシアチブ (SII)

【Event Report】2nd “CyCraft Day” held in Tokyo, with partner companies also taking the stage — Taiwan-Japan cooperation explores “the power of co-creation” and the paradigm of next-generation cyber defense enabled by AI

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Taiwanese cybersecurity company CyCraft held “CyCraft Day” in Tokyo, announcing plans to strengthen cooperation with Japanese partners including NTT, establish an R&D center in Japan and go public in 2026, deepening Taiwan-Japan collaboration and using AI to counter cyber threats.

Companies mentioned:株式会社CyCraft Japan、NTT セキュリティ・ジャパン株式会社、フューチャーセキュアウェイブ株式会社、台北駐日経済文化代表処、CID グループ、テマセク・ホールディングス、パビリオンキャピタル、Gartner、IDC、Frost & Sullivan

Original『それいけ!アンパンマン ショー スペシャルバージョン~なきむしヒーローとゆうきのきし~』を2026年8月23日(日)に開催決定!「チケットペイ」にて申し込み受付開始!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

『それいけ!アンパンマン ショー』 will be held at ホテルマリナーズコート東京 on August 23, 2026. Applications are now open through Ticket Pay.

Companies mentioned:ホテルマリナーズコート東京

<Animate makes its first foray into the Philippines> “Animate Manila” scheduled to open in 2026

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Animate will open its first Philippine branch, “Animate Manila,” in 2026, marking its entry into the 第三 Southeast Asian country market.

Companies mentioned:株式会社アニメイトホールディングス、株式会社アニメイト

Coca-Cola Bottlers Japan participates in FamilyMart’s regional community contribution event

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Japan Coca-Cola Bottlers Group and FamilyMart have teamed up to participate in “Little Store Manager + SDGs,” a community contribution event for children.

Companies mentioned:コカ・コーラ ボトラーズジャパン株式会社、株式会社ファミリーマート、コカ・コーラ ボトラーズジャパンホールディングス株式会社

【Ticket shop J・market】Announces ranking of ticket inquiries for April 2026

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Japanese ticket shop J・market has announced its ticket inquiry rankings for April 2026, reflecting a trend of people actively cashing out and cutting spending amid rising prices and Golden Week travel demand.

Companies mentioned:コスミック流通産業株式会社、J・market、JCB、VJA、JTB、ANA(全日空)

インターコンチネンタル札幌 to host its first summer-only terrace dining event, “Summer Terrace & Bubbles,” from May 30, 2026

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Sapporo InterContinental Hotel will debut its summer-only terrace dining experience, “Summer Terrace & Bubbles,” in 2026, offering premium seafood and sparkling wine.

Companies mentioned:インターコンチネンタル札幌、中島公園ホテル合同会社、CHANDON

Olympians and former J.League players take on companies in competitive futsal. Invitation-only event “PRISM CUP 2026” to be held July 4 at Asobuild in Yokohama. Newly announced by 株式会社MOON, led by former Japan national team player 荻田大樹.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社MOON will hold “PRISM CUP 2026,” a futsal event pitting corporate teams against professional athletes, in Yokohama on July 4, 2026. It aims to address organizational challenges and athletes’ second careers at the same time.

Companies mentioned:CAMPFIRE

For people in their 50s in an era when anything can be harassment: “A Guide to Harassment for Managers Who Struggle to Make the Call,” a book on updating one’s values with the times and properly reprimanding new employees, published on Amazon.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Kazuhisa Mochizuki of Ryujyu Social Insurance and Labor Consultant Office has published a book on handling harassment for managers on Amazon. Drawing on 38 years of administrative experience, he proposes the “right way to reprimand” in keeping with changing times.

Companies mentioned:Amazon

Turning vacant homes in Kitakyushu from “burden assets” into “wealth assets.” In response to an era of 9 million vacant homes, a demolition contractor launches a new service combining “unwanted-item purchasing × real estate.” A new model from a demolition contractor aims for a world where no homes are left neglected after inheritance.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

To address Japan’s increasingly serious problem of 9 million vacant homes, Kitakyushu demolition contractor 株式会社NSG has launched a new one-stop service combining “unwanted-item purchasing” and “real estate,” aiming to turn “burden assets” left unused after inheritance into “wealth assets.”

Companies mentioned:株式会社NSG

Hudl appoints Kengo Miura as Japan regional director

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Hudl has appointed Kengo Miura as Japan regional director. He will lead sales and partnership activities in the Japanese market and support improved performance among Japanese sports organizations.

Companies mentioned:Hudl、リンクトイン、インテル、マイクロソフト

[Japan’s first crab open factory] Just 2 months until “Crab Factory Kouragumi” opens! The “bouncy dome” in front of the entrance is complete. The shuttle bus “Kani Faku-go,” connecting to Tsuruga Station, is also unveiled for the first time!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社伝食 has revealed progress on “Crab Factory Kouragumi,” Japan’s first open factory dedicated to crab, scheduled to open in July 2026. Outdoor facilities and a shuttle bus are complete, and the full picture is gradually coming into view.

Launch of “ProITAS,” an IT dispute prevention service integrating the expertise of IT consultants, lawyers and administrative scriveners into a team

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

OriginalBizolve Consultingなど3者が連携し、ITコンサル・弁護士・行政書士の知見を統合したIT紛争予防サービス「ProITAS」を2026年5月18日より開始。システム開発に伴う複合的なリスクを横断的に診断・対応する。

Companies mentioned:株式会社Bizolve Consulting、M&Fパートナーズ法律事務所、FREE&ORDER行政書士事務所

AI-judged roguelike word-association game “GOHEI” to launch on Steam on June 1, 2026

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Independent game studio TredGames will release “GOHEI,” an innovative AI-judged roguelike word-association game, on Steam. Players attack monsters by entering associated words.

Companies mentioned:Tredsred、TredGames、Steam

New “Charcoal” color added to the “WENS PRODUCTS Stainless Steel Vacuum-Insulated 2Way Tumbler,” which can be used as both a can holder and a tumbler!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Outdoor brand “WENS PRODUCTS,” part of 株式会社アトラス, has added a new “Charcoal Gray” color to its “Stainless Steel Vacuum-Insulated 2Way Tumbler” line, enhancing its appeal in both everyday and outdoor markets.

Companies mentioned:株式会社アトラス、WENS PRODUCTS

Online seminar for clients ordering construction work to explain the current state of the construction market amid continuing construction cost increases

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

In response to soaring construction costs, Aqua will hold an online seminar analyzing its “Aquangle” report to improve clients’ knowledge of construction procurement.

Companies mentioned:株式会社アクア

Notice regarding the planned appointment of KUROJIKA representative Nobuo Hayakawa as an outside director of 大研医器株式会社 (Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard Market, 7775)

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Nobuo Hayakawa, representative of KUROJIKA, which developed the profit-generation AI “FOCAL,” is slated to become an outside director of listed medical equipment company 大研醫器株式會社.

Companies mentioned:株式会社KUROJIKA、大研医器株式会社

Screenplay by Yuina Nagai (currently a high school student); starring Mizuki Yamauchi (AKB48). “Kioku,” a story of memory loss and a heartbreaking lie, features special guest appearance by Issei Ishida. A terrestrial TV drama and theatrical film are in production!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Production company 結film has announced the production of the drama and film “Kioku,” starring Mizuki Yamauchi of AKB48 and written by a current high school student. A preview screening is scheduled for August 2026, with Issei Ishida making a special appearance.

Companies mentioned:『キオク』制作委員会

株式会社フィールフロウ officially launches its “Real-Time Meeting Assistant AI” to support meetings and business negotiations in real time

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社フィールフロウ has launched “Real-Time Meeting Assistant AI,” a SaaS tool that transcribes meetings in real time and uses AI to automatically extract key points, risks and action items, aiming to improve meeting efficiency and decision-making.

Companies mentioned:株式会社フィールフロウ

[New product] Turn CAD data into 3D in minutes

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Qualice has launched new software, “CADChum,” which quickly converts manufacturing CAD data into formats compatible with game engines and 3D software.

Companies mentioned:株式会社クオリス

[First book in Japan] The new profession AI cannot take away: What is an FDE? A thorough guide to forward deployed engineers!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社dTosh has released Japan’s first guidebook on “FDE (Forward Deployed Engineer),” a new profession in the age of AI, written by its representative director, Toshiki Hirao. The book addresses career anxiety caused by AI and presents a new career path.

Companies mentioned:OpenAI、Anthropic、DELL Technologies、NTTグループ、伊藤忠テクノソリューションズ、太陽HD、京都銀行、姫路信用金庫、Amazon.co.jp、Peatix

Originalサロンクオリティの高価格帯ドライヤーの提供を機にオリエンタルホテル 沖縄リゾート&スパとBtoBtoCの独自ECモデルで協業

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

E-commerce platform LoveStock has partnered with Okinawa Oriental Hotel to provide its premium iDryer hair dryers in hotel suites and establish a B2B2C e-commerce revenue-sharing model, allowing the hotel to earn from guests’ subsequent purchases.

Companies mentioned:ラブストック株式会社、オリエンタルホテル 沖縄リゾート&スパ

“Neruneruneru Bath Bomb,” a new kind of bath additive you can “mix and enjoy,” gets a makeover

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

親子Smile合同會社 has refreshed its interactive bath additive “ねるねるねるバスボム,” with new packaging, an included mini book and a reduced price of 770 yen.

Companies mentioned:親子Smile合同会社、ロート製薬株式会社、株式会社ノルコーポレーション

Japan Association of Certified Care Workers signs comprehensive partnership agreement with カイテク

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

The Japan Association of Certified Care Workers and カイテク株式会社 have signed a comprehensive partnership agreement aimed at developing and securing care workers. The organizations will draw on their respective strengths to address challenges facing the industry.

Companies mentioned:カイテク株式会社

Development of transdermal absorption technology based on multilayer liposomes

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Elm Japan株式會社 has developed a new transdermal absorption technology based on multilayer liposomes, enabling effective delivery of ingredients that are difficult to penetrate into the deeper layers of the skin.

Companies mentioned:エルムジャパン株式会社

TONES OSAKA “Rainy Tones” — a wine gift for rainy days only

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

TONES OSAKA, a hotel in Osaka’s Higashi-Umeda district, has launched the “Rainy Tones” campaign, offering overnight guests the chance to win wine on rainy days.

Companies mentioned:TONES OSAKA、Vamos株式会社

[Double gold award winner!] Japanese whisky “Rintaro Mizunara Cask” and craft gin “Inpakuto (IMPACT)” win gold at “TWSC 2026,” one of Asia’s largest spirits competitions

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Chiyomusubi Sake Brewing of Tottori Prefecture has won double gold for its whisky and gin at the international spirits competition TWSC 2026. The awards recognize the high quality of its spirits production.

GSX teams up with BLACKPANDA to receive consultations and investigate anomalies involving various devices and tools

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

GSX and BLACKPANDA have teamed up to launch a service for small and midsize companies that supports them from responding to device abnormalities through to incident recovery. Cyber insurance is also included, strengthening their security posture.

Companies mentioned:グローバルセキュリティエキスパート株式会社、BLACKPANDA JAPAN株式会社、CrowdStrike

Original【787人調査】「最も負担がつらい税金」1位は『社会保険料』で47.3%!所得税・消費税を圧倒、約7割が「非常に負担」と回答

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

In a survey by 株式会社LandSitz, 47.3% of 787 respondents named social insurance premiums as the most burdensome tax. About 99% feel a tax burden, highlighting dissatisfaction among working-age people.

Companies mentioned:株式会社LandSitz

The Worldfolio announces strategic partnership with AREA Global Communication

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

The Worldfolio has formed a strategic partnership with AREA Global Communication, a public relations firm specializing in Western markets, to help Japanese and South Korean clients expand globally.

Companies mentioned:THE WORLDFOLIO PTE LTD、Worldfolio Global Services (WGS)、AREA Global Communication

Solving local challenges with residents’ ideas and university expertise

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Hinokage Town and academic-industry partners have launched “Open Innovation Co-Creation - Hinokage -” to address local challenges and published a website.

Companies mentioned:株式会社共立ソリューションズ

Kenji Sato: Strange Worlds / Okinawa

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

World-renowned photographer 佐藤健壽 will hold his first major photography exhibition in Okinawa, “Strange Worlds / Okinawa,” at 北谷町立博物館.

Companies mentioned:琉球朝日放送株式会社、北谷町立博物館、エクスナレッジ、CNプレイガイド、セブンチケット、ローソンチケット、コープあぷれ

[Speaking Engagement] T-COM Co., Ltd. President and Representative Director Miki Okamatsu to Speak as a Panelist at the 29th Tokyo Revitalization Salon Hosted by the Kanto Local Finance Bureau

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Miki Okamatsu, president of T-COM, spoke at the Tokyo Revitalization Salon hosted by the Kanto Local Finance Bureau. Participants discussed women’s participation in the workforce and organizational development.

[World First] Kamishima Chemical Industry Launches Commercial Plant That Uses CO2 from Its Own Factory’s Exhaust Gas as a Raw Material

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Kamishima Chemical Industry has begun operating a new plant at its Takuma Plant in Kagawa Prefecture that directly converts CO2 in exhaust gas into raw materials. The materials will be reused in building materials and chemical product ingredients, promoting resource circulation and decarbonization.

Innovation Hub “JAM BASE” Wins Top GOLD Award at the “iF DESIGN AWARD 2026”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Osaka innovation hub “JAM BASE” has won the top honor, the Gold Award, at the 2026 iF Design Award for its distinctive spatial design that promotes collaboration.

Companies mentioned:一般社団法人コ・クリエーションジェネレーター、iF International Forum Design GmbH

A special “secret hideaway” tucked away in Shinagawa, RENDEZ-VOUS (Rendezvous) SHINAGAWA BAYSIDE, opens.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

RENDEZ-VOUS Co., Ltd. has opened RENDEZ-VOUS SHINAGAWA BAYSIDE, a private garage in Shinagawa that serves as its fifth location. It offers special experiences through shared ownership of luxury cars.

Collaboration with hugely popular VTubers “NIJISANJI & NIJISANJI EN HEROES”! “Get Active with Biore! An Absolutely Invincible Smile ✨” Campaign Launches to Support an Active Everyday Life with Biore!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Kao’s Biore will hold a limited collaboration campaign with VTubers “NIJISANJI & NIJISANJI EN HEROES” starting May 25. Original merchandise will be given away with qualifying purchases at participating stores.

Companies mentioned:花王株式会社、ウエルシアグループ、ツルハグループ、マツモトキヨシグループ、ココカラファイングループ

Supporting a Hands-On Learning Opportunity for High School Students Shaping the Future of Food with Eco-Friendly Uniforms [Sumisho Montblanc Co., Ltd.]

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Sumisho Montblanc announced that its eco-friendly caps and aprons have been selected as uniforms for Nodakama Kitchen, a high school student-run restaurant in Noda, Chiba Prefecture. The initiative combines environmental responsibility with the development of the next generation.

Companies mentioned:野田鎌田学園高等専修学校、小松マテーレ株式会社

Growth-Oriented Management Consultant Takeda GEAD Opens Okinawa Branch, Expanding Coverage from Hokkaido to Okinawa

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Growth-oriented management consultancy 武ダGEAD has opened an Okinawa branch, completing its nationwide network from Hokkaido to Okinawa and strengthening its nationwide business succession and M&A operations.

Companies mentioned:武ダGEAD株式会社

Short-chain fatty acids make fertility planning “personalized.” Development begins on new “Gut-Brain Wellness” service

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社momo announced plans to develop a new service, “Gut-Brain Wellness,” building on its existing “Gut Fertility Support®” program. The service will incorporate microbiome analysis that measures short-chain fatty acids to provide people preparing for pregnancy with personalized, visualized health management.

Companies mentioned:株式会社momo、一般社団法人ウーマンフードヘルス協会、未来トレンド研究機構

[First Large-Scale Store in Tokyo] Tokyo Interior Furniture Hachioji Store Opens June 5! Discover New Experiences and Value

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Tokyo Interior Furniture Co., Ltd. will open a new store with an adjoining experiential facility in Hachioji, Tokyo, on June 5, 2026.

Savor the Brief Season of Japanese Pepper Blossoms with Kyoto Beef and Eel: Wakuden Publishes Its Early Summer Feature

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Wakuden has begun selling 3 premium food items made with “Japanese pepper blossoms,” available for a limited time in early summer. The restaurant-quality flavors, paired with Kyoto beef, eel and Tango rice, are available online.

Original散骨を選んだ理由1位は「故人の意向」66.00%|実施形式は海洋散骨が71.00%、34.00%が「手を合わせる場所がなく寂しい」と回答【わたしたちの墓じまい】

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株式会社フーフー surveyed 100 people who have experienced ash scattering. The main reason for choosing it was “the deceased’s wishes” (66%), and sea scattering accounted for 71%. Satisfaction was high, though some respondents also reported feeling lonely.

Companies mentioned:株式会社フーフー

“Rest and Recharge While You Sleep. RESNO” Colantotte RESNO Recovery Wear New Commercial to Air Starting Monday, May 18

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Magnetic health products brand Colantotte will release a new national TV commercial for its RESNO sleep-support and recovery wear line on May 18.

Companies mentioned:株式会社コラントッテ

[260,000 Bottles Sold to Date] “Ice-Pack Bottle” Keeps Cool for Up to 40 Hours, Now in New Colors and 3 Sizes

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Yuryo International has released the latest model of its “FRESH SWITCH Portable Ice-Pack Bottle,” which keeps contents cool for up to 40 hours. New sizes and designs enhance the functionality and style of its heatstroke-prevention products.

Companies mentioned:株式会社優良國際

Original京都から世界を目指す『国産腕時計ブランド KNIS(ニス)』から100万年前の隕石「メテオライト」を文字盤に使用した日本製腕時計、『GMTダイバーズ』がマクアケにて先行販売を開始。

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Original京都発の腕時計ブランドKNISが、100万年前の隕石を文字盤に採用した日本製GMTダイバーズウォッチをMakuakeで先行販売。高品質な素材と国産ムーブメントを組み合わせた。

Companies mentioned:セイコーグループTMI社、株式会社マクアケ

In Response to Demand to “Try It First,” We’re Launching Our First Rental Service: Bicycle Pet Backpack “HUG Buddy”

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To meet demand from customers who want to try before buying, OGK Giken, a leading Japanese manufacturer of bicycle child seats, has launched a rental service for its premium “HUG Buddy” bicycle pet backpack.

Companies mentioned:オージーケー技研株式会社、Rentio

Hard-to-Book Seafood Izakaya キラクニ金山駅本店 Draws Attention with More Than 50 Types of Sake and Seafood Shipped Directly from Hokkaido, Accelerates Nationwide Franchise Expansion

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Nagoya’s popular seafood izakaya “KIRAKUNI” will expand nationwide through franchising, accelerating the brand’s growth.

Companies mentioned:dsp株式会社、キラクニ金山駅本店

“Real Estate Tax Consultation Session” to be held (free, by appointment only)

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

To meet rising demand for real estate tax consultations, Daiwa House Real Estate will hold free, appointment-only real estate tax consultations in Osaka, Kobe and Tokyo.

Companies mentioned:大和ハウスリアルエステート株式会社

Stancenation Japan 2026 OSAKA Is Coming! The World-Famous “Shakotan” Festival Returns to Osaka

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The globally renowned modified-car show “Stancenation Japan 2026” will return to Osaka for a cultural festival featuring “SHAKOTAN” (lowered) cars selected to strict standards.

Companies mentioned:株式会社芸文社、Stancenation.com、WORK、XLARGE、RODEM CYCLONE、BURNDOWN

[Small-Scale Carbonization Testing Service Launches] Compact Superheated Steam Carbonization Plant Installed. Flexible Adjustment of Carbonization Conditions Opens New Possibilities for Biomass Resources!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Mitsuishi High Ceram installed a compact superheated steam plant in June 2026 and launched a carbonization testing service starting with a minimum of 5 kg. The service supports new uses for biomass.

“Stand LM,” an AI Documentation Tool for Home-Visit Nursing and Care, Launches on Android on May 13 — Supports Both iOS and Android, Allowing Facilities to Adopt It Regardless of Their Devices

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

“Stand LM,” an AI documentation assistant designed for home care, has launched an Android version, enabling cross-platform support so staff at all care facilities can use it.

Companies mentioned:株式会社ENBASE

Contributed to the Decision to Establish the “TSUBASA Joint Operations Center”

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Signpost successfully supported Chiba Bank and other regional banks in establishing the “TSUBASA Joint Operations Center” to handle back-office work collaboratively and optimize management resources.

Companies mentioned:サインポスト株式会社、株式会社千葉銀行、TSUBASA共同事務センター株式会社、株式会社第四北越銀行、株式会社東邦銀行、株式会社北洋銀行、株式会社日立製作所

Ethical Principles for Clinical Organizational Science (COS): 4 Principles Distinguishing Structural Intervention from Neural Measurement and Neural Stimulation

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DroR Co., Ltd. published a paper in Frontiers in Psychology setting out ethical principles for COS: autonomy, transparency, participation and the right to withdraw.

[HOMEI] Popular Sold-Out Shades Return in the “Peel-Off” Weekly Gel Line. 4 Summer-Limited “Butterfly Flash Magnet” Magnetic Nail Colors Launch

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

HOMEI will launch the summer-limited “Butterfly Flash Magnet” line from its peel-off “Weekly Gel” series in early June 2026. The collection includes four magnetic nail colors, two of which are popular shades returning after selling out.

Companies mentioned:株式会社グルーブ、ロフト (Loft)、PLAZA

[Third Installment Supervised by the Love and Matchmaking School Soken Academy] PINKY&DIANNE Introduces 3 Items Perfect for Early-Summer Dates

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The 第三 collaboration fashion collection supervised by matchmaking school 「總研學院」 will be sold nationwide through popular brand PINKY & DIANNE.

Companies mentioned:株式会社はんなり (總研アカデミー)、株式会社TSI、PINKY&DIANNE

「ねりコレ2026」 launch event to be held

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Nerima Ward, Tokyo, will hold a 「ねりコレ2026」 product fair to promote locally certified quality products and businesses.

Companies mentioned:練馬区 広聴広報課、ねりま観光センター

カイテク signs comprehensive partnership agreement with Japan Association of Certified Care Workers

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Gig-work platform 「カイテク」 has signed a partnership agreement with the Japan Association of Certified Care Workers to jointly develop skilled care workers and support their career advancement.

Companies mentioned:カイテク株式会社、公益社団法人 日本介護福祉士会、GMOリサーチ&AI株式会社

Japanese vegan cosmetics brand AINOKI will hold a 2-day limited-time pop-up at GUM Omotesando. Visitors can try the tone-up concealer launching the same day and all AINOKI products.

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Japanese vegan makeup brand AINOKI will hold a 2-day pop-up store in Omotesando and launch new products at the same time.

Companies mentioned:ジャプロ株式会社、AINOKI、NPO法人ベジプロジェクトジャパン

「ソラリス」 releases 3 2025-vintage white wines

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Manns Wine will release 三 white wines from the 2025 vintage under its premium brand 「ソラリス」, highlighting the concentrated fruit character shaped by the year's hot, dry climate.

Companies mentioned:マンズワイン株式会社

ナチュラルスマイルピザ to run 「Buy mochi and mentaiko pizza and get French fries」 campaign from May 18 (Monday) through May 31 (Sunday)

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Japanese pizza takeout chain Natural Smile Pizza is offering a limited-time deal, giving customers free fries with the purchase of a designated mochi and mentaiko pizza.

Companies mentioned:有限会社ナチュラルスマイル、ナチュラルスマイルピザ、出前館

Original~ 欧州発・1日40mgの関節ケア素材 ~ 非変性Ⅱ型コラーゲン原料「 Collavant® n2 」を日本で正式発売

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Ryusendo has secured exclusive distribution rights to Spain's Bioiberica and will officially launch the European joint-health ingredient 「Collavant® n2」, non-denatured Type II collagen, in Japan.

Companies mentioned:株式会社龍泉堂、Bioiberica社、アボット (Abbott)、バイエル (Bayer)

A seminar explaining exit strategies for education × asset management strategies using gifts of education funds

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Avalon Consulting and Financial Standard will jointly hold an online seminar on combining strategies for children's educational pathways with asset management of education funds.

Companies mentioned:Avalon Consulting株式会社、ファイナンシャルスタンダード株式会社、ホワイトアカデミー、U-LABO

株式会社ウィルネクスト releases 「Recruitment Branding and EVP Design Guide」 for free, systematizing a practical recruitment branding method that diagnoses 「3 gaps」

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Willnext has released its 「Recruitment Branding and EVP Design Guide」 for free, aiming to systematize solutions to the poor hiring results companies face due to 「三 gaps」.

Companies mentioned:株式会社ウィルネクスト

税理士法人日本経営 opens a new 「Tokyo Headquarters」 in Yurakucho, Tokyo, and expands its 「REXIED」 service

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Nihon Keiei Tax Accountant Corporation has opened a new headquarters in Tokyo to expand 「REXIED」, its premium advisory service for asset and business succession.

Companies mentioned:税理士法人日本経営、株式会社日本経営

Maximizing characters' appeal through diverse techniques! High-value-added 「Supre-Art(スプラート)」 items now available through ODM【株式会社トランス】

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Trans 株式会社 is launching 「Supre-Art」, high-value-added products for the fan economy, offering premium customized character merchandise combining various printing and framing techniques through an ODM sales model.

Companies mentioned:株式会社トランス、株式会社トランザクション

【Limited-time, free】Balancing profitability and quality in home medical care! 「Online Individual Business Consultation Campaign」 launches

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Medical Informatics Co., Ltd. has launched a free 「Online Individual Business Consultation Campaign」, offering professional advice to home-visit medical clinics on improving profitability and operational efficiency.

Companies mentioned:メディカルインフォマティクス株式会社 (mics)

World-recognized! Mitake Distillery's 「SINGLE CASK STRENGTH JAPANESE WHISKY 御岳 No.18」 wins the highest gold award at the international 「TWSC2026」 competition!

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「御岳 No.18」, a single-cask whisky produced by Nishishuzo's Mitake Distillery, won the highest gold award at TWSC2026. Its standard 「御岳 2025」 also won gold, affirming the quality of the products.

Companies mentioned:西酒造株式会社

British biscuit brand 「ミラーズ」 launches 3 new shortbread varieties in its 〈ベイカー&バリスタ〉 series, developed to pair perfectly with coffee!

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キタノ商事株式会社 has introduced British biscuit brand 「ミラーズ」, launching 3 new flavors of shortbread in the 〈ベイカー&バリスタ〉 series, developed specifically to pair with coffee.

Companies mentioned:キタノ商事株式会社、ミラーズ (Millers)

Early-summer consecutive sale prices! The long-awaited standalone 「Auto Catch LIGHT NEO版」, a global bestseller among Pokémon GO-compatible auto-catchers, is here. Ultra-stable connection × simultaneous connection to 2 devices delivers the ultimate hands-free Pokémon GO experience.

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ONO Trading Co., Ltd. is promoting the more accessible 「NEO version」 standalone package of the globally popular 「Auto Catch LIGHT」 Pokémon GO auto-catcher as part of Amazon's consecutive early-summer sale.

Companies mentioned:ONO貿易株式会社、Brook Gaming (ゼロプラス・テクノロジー社)、Amazon

Original世界が認めた!西酒造『吉兆宝山』がW受賞!世界的品評会「TWSC2026」にて最高金賞&ベスト・オブ・ザ・ベスト同時受賞

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Nishishuzo's authentic sweet-potato shochu 「吉兆宝山」 won both the 「highest gold award」 and the top honor, 「BEST OF THE BEST」, at the 「TWSC2026」 spirits competition.

Companies mentioned:西酒造株式会社

【Online event】The 第5 「ゆるッと自己肯定フェス~ダメさも才能だ!~」, a space for conversation where you can be yourself, will be held on June 21

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Nonprofit organization Revalue Life will hold its 第五屆 online 「Relaxed Self-Affirmation Festival」 on June 21, offering a welcoming space for people to accept their true selves through conversation.

Companies mentioned:特定非営利活動法人リバリューライフ

Back in stock urgently after selling out instantly last time! The next-generation Pokémon GO® device 「Flashman(フラッシュマン)」 delivers the ultimate intuitive controls through full hardware control. Early summer flash sale starts May 18!

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In response to strong market demand, ONO Trading has urgently restocked and is again selling 「Flashman」, a Pokémon GO iOS controller developed by Taiwan's Brook Gaming.

Companies mentioned:ONO貿易株式会社、Brook Gaming (ゼロプラス・テクノロジー社)、Amazon

Stay comfortable in VIVAIA shoes during the rainy season! 「Margot™ Walker Air」 joins the water-repellent collection

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Footwear brand VIVAIA has introduced the limited-edition 「Margot™ Walker Air」 for the rainy season, combining water repellency with high breathability and strengthening its sustainable fashion lineup.

Companies mentioned:Pioneer ECOM Global LTD、VIVAIA、REPREVE®、日本デザイン振興会

「2026 Survey on AI Adoption by Small and Midsize Businesses」 released ── Adoption stands at just 12%, with the biggest barrier being 「not knowing where to start」

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株式会社Leach has released the 「2026 Survey on AI Adoption by Small and Midsize Businesses」. AI adoption among small and midsize businesses remains low at around 12%, with the biggest challenge identified as 「not knowing where to start (62%)」.

Companies mentioned:株式会社Leach

Home-visit purchasing service 「買いクル糸島店」 marks its 3rd anniversary, surpassing 2000 home appraisal visits while addressing local needs for decluttering and organizing.

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Home-visit purchasing service 「買いクル糸島店」 marks 三 years in business, with more than 2000 home appraisals as it helps local residents handle belongings while organizing family homes and vacant houses.

Companies mentioned:株式会社RC、買いクル糸島店

A new reading experience that explores emotions through recipes. 青月社 publishes the book 「かなしいごはん」

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青月社 has published the new book 「かなしいごはん」, exploring complex emotions and relationships related to food through 40 short stories presented in recipe form.

Companies mentioned:株式会社青月社

Tokyo Ryutsu Center and Dynamic Map Platform complete high-precision 3D map data for one of the largest logistics facilities in central Tokyo

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Tokyo Ryutsu Center (TRC) and Dynamic Map Platform have completed high-precision 3D map data covering the entire logistics park, including its interior. The data will provide infrastructure for Level 4 autonomous vehicles and physical AI, accelerating efforts to address labor shortages in the logistics industry.

Companies mentioned:株式会社東京流通センター (TRC)、ダイナミックマッププラットフォーム株式会社 (DMP)、株式会社ティアフォー (Tier IV)、Applied Intuition 合同会社、株式会社マクニカ、いすゞ自動車、Navya Mobility、Applied EV

Highly anticipated print editions of popular titles from the otherworldly fantasy label 「comicスピラ」 go on sale today, May 18 (Monday)! Major promotions are underway for both print and digital editions!

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FanGuild's otherworldly fantasy label 「comicスピラ」 is releasing print editions of 三 popular digital manga titles and running major promotions across both print and digital channels.

Companies mentioned:株式会社ファンギルド、comicスピラ、とらのあな、未来屋書店、紀伊國屋書店、まんが王、大垣書店、ステラワース、タワーレコード渋谷店、ブックファースト新宿店、コミックシーモア

Luxurious raisins made with large grapes. 「どこでもレーズン」, individually wrapped for taking anywhere, launches May 18 (Monday)!

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Delta International is launching 「どこでもレーズン」, made with large grapes and packaged in individual portions, targeting the convenient, portable healthy-snack market.

Companies mentioned:株式会社デルタインターナショナル

New brand “Boom,” combining 1000-yen capsule toy machines and experiential amusement, launches with a limited-time opening at “minamoni Ariake”

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Palette Group launches a new entertainment brand, “Boom,” transforming unused mall spaces into experiential entertainment zones with 1000-yen capsule toy machines. Its first location opens for a limited time at “minamoni Ariake.”

Companies mentioned:株式会社パレットグループ、minamoni Ariake

Grant subsidy flash survey: For small and midsize businesses considering equipment replacement, “small-scale subsidies” are this week’s practical solution

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Franca AI’s “Grant Subsidy Flash” analysis says small and midsize Japanese businesses upgrading equipment should look to small-scale subsidies of less than 1 million yen, as they are currently the most practical option.

Companies mentioned:株式会社Franca AI

Official app launches for Mew contact, the colored contact lens e-commerce site where you can find your ideal eyes!

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Colored contact lens e-commerce site “Mew contact” has launched an official app, aiming to improve the shopping experience and customer engagement among younger and existing customers through personalized features and push notifications.

Companies mentioned:株式会社シンシア、株式会社カラコンワークス

Exhibiting at “The 27th Marketing Week - Summer 2026 -”

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REGALI will exhibit at Marketing Week Summer 2026, showcasing its one-stop e-commerce experience platform “LEEEP” and previewing a new service.

Companies mentioned:株式会社REGALI、RX Japan 合同会社

Speaking at the “Crisis Management Conference 2026 Spring”

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a2network will present its communications backup solution “Skyberry pro®” at the 2026 Crisis Management Conference, aiming to address communications disruptions and security risks that businesses face during disasters and overseas business trips.

Companies mentioned:a2network株式会社

“Mobile Supermarket Tokushimaru Inageya Vehicle No. 35” to launch in Isehara and Atsugi

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Inageya will expand its “Tokushimaru” mobile supermarket service in Kanagawa Prefecture in June 2026 to address shopping difficulties in an aging society.

Companies mentioned:株式会社いなげや、ユナイテッド・スーパーマーケット・ホールディングス株式会社、株式会社とくし丸

Upsell Technologies begins providing AI operator “miraio” to Horii Food Service

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Upsell Technologies will introduce its AI telephone customer service “miraio” at the restaurant brand “Kakure-an Shinobu-ya,” automating reservation management to address labor shortages in the food service industry.

Companies mentioned:アップセルテクノロジィーズ株式会社、株式会社pluszero、ホリイフードサービス株式会社

SEO Strategy in the AI Era 2026: How should brand and web marketing professionals respond to changing algorithms? Free seminar on Tue., 5/26

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Ubun Inc. and 6 other companies will hold a free seminar on SEO and e-commerce strategy in the AI era on May 26, 2026. The seminar will explain comprehensive optimization strategies for adapting to changes in search behavior driven by generative AI.

Companies mentioned:株式会社マクロジ、ジャグー株式会社、株式会社Speee、株式会社フィードフォース、GMOトライハッチ株式会社

Free online seminar: Research and development challenges beyond open innovation—NineSigma’s effort to transform research organizations into “labs that can sing and dance”

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NineSigma Holdings will hold a free online seminar addressing the R&D challenges commonly faced by businesses and exploring how to transform research organizations into “labs that can sing and dance” and deliver greater business value.

Companies mentioned:ナインシグマ・ホールディングス株式会社

InnoJin株式会社 wins the “Science Division—HORIBA Award” at the 11th Japan Entrepreneur Awards

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University spinout InnoJin has won the “Science Division—HORIBA Award” at the 11th Japan Entrepreneur Awards for its in-development medical device program for VR amblyopia training for children.

Companies mentioned:InnoJin株式会社、順天堂大学

Industry-academia collaboration with Malawi in Africa brings “hands-on inquiry-based learning.” NPO Seibo and 株式会社Winttle launch a collaboration to support inquiry-based learning

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NPO Seibo and inquiry-based learning support company Winttle are collaborating on an inquiry-based learning program focused on supporting school meals in Malawi, Africa.

Companies mentioned:特定非営利活動法人聖母、株式会社Winttle

Toda Corporation to fully roll out its internally developed generative AI platform, “Toda-AI-Portal™”

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Toda Corporation will fully roll out its internally developed generative AI platform “Toda-AI-Portal™,” aiming to leverage the company’s accumulated knowledge assets to improve construction quality and productivity.

Companies mentioned:戸田建設株式会社

Boomi announces intent to acquire Lunar.dev to strengthen governance of AI agent integrations

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Integration platform leader Boomi has announced its intent to acquire AI gateway innovator Lunar.dev to strengthen governance of AI agent collaboration on its platform.

Companies mentioned:ブーミー株式会社 (Boomi)、Lunar.dev、SunBridge Partners, Inc.

“Johnson’s® Body Care” Disney designs exclusive to ウエルシア [Limited quantities, 4 designs]: Winnie the Pooh / The Little Mermaid / Baymax / Zootopia 2

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Kenvue brand “Johnson’s® Body Care” has partnered with Disney to launch 4 limited-edition packaging designs in Japan, exclusively at ウエルシア pharmacies, themed around “companionship and bonds.”

Companies mentioned:JNTLコンシューマーヘルス株式会社、Kenvue、ウエルシア、Disney

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