https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.htmlOne 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.en https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418020https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418020Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESVC firm THE SEED has released session details for “Startup Kansai 2026,” a student-focused event it will hold in Osaka on June 21. HR leaders from CyberAgent and other companies will discuss hiring criteria in the AI era. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418019https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418019Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES日本出版經銷商トーハン聯合講談社等四家出版社，共同舉辦以「女子樂團」為主題的漫畫展「GIRLS BAND RESONANCE」，推廣五部人氣作品。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418018https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418018Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESHealth tech company 株式会社FiT has secured 3 billion yen in financing to expand its business. The company plans to accelerate openings of its flagship gym, “LifeFit,” and aims to surpass 500 locations during 2026. The funding reflects confidence in the company’s growth prospects. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418017https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418017Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe tourism and products association of Shinkamigoto, Nagasaki Prefecture, is holding an event where visitors can see the Goto Islands-type Genji firefly, an endemic species said to blink faster than any other in Japan, promoting tourism by making use of the region’s natural environment. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418016https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418016Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSmart Repair Inc. will hold a free web seminar for condominium unit owners on May 26, 2026. In response to rising construction costs, the company will explain its cost-cutting service, “Smart Repair.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418015https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418015Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ゆずずが、愛犬家200名を対象に「手作りおやつ」の意識調査を実施。約3割が経験者で、理由は記念日のお祝いが最多。安全性への懸念も浮き彫りになりました。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418014https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418014Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESNewX Inc. will launch GIGABYTE’s latest motherboard, “X870E EAGLE X3D WIFI7,” on May 22, 2026. The gaming model features the AMD X870E chipset and supports the latest standards, including WIFI 7 and USB4. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418013https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418013Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESMachine tool wholesaler TRUSCO NAKAYAMA has opened its largest logistics hub, “Planet Aichi,” in Aichi Prefecture. With 1 million items in stock and enhanced direct-shipping services, it aims to address challenges facing the logistics industry. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418012https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418012Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESL&S Corporation has unveiled a new carry-on case from British brand Cath Kidston. The product pairs a refined exterior with a colorful printed lining, catering to recovering travel demand. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418011https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418011Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESBritish fragrance brand Molton Brown has introduced a complimentary engraving service for its 100ml Eau de Parfum bottles. Customers can personalize their bottles with names, dates or messages of up to 15 characters. The service is available exclusively at the Shin-Marunouchi Building store and the brand's official online store. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418010https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418010Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES類設計室 and a.school held a networking event for a student architecture project at a library they designed. The event promoted youth development through interactions with architects and workshops. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418009https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418009Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESUber Japan has partnered with Nissan Motor to help taxi operators introduce the new Elgrand for “Uber Premium” service, responding to rapidly growing demand. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418008https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418008Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESRiken Technos will showcase advanced material solutions for new energy vehicles (NEVs) at “Automotive Engineering Exposition 2026.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418007https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418007Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“しえん,” a project commissioned by Yachiyo City, Chiba Prefecture, marked its first anniversary of operation and was featured in the city’s public relations magazine. It is run by NTSセーフティ家計総合研究所 and supports people facing financial hardship in achieving independence. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418006https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418006Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESCo-op Deli Union is launching a Smart Meal-standard bento jointly developed with students from Nippon Nutrition University. The health-focused product, created through industry-academic collaboration, is the 15th item in the series. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418005https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418005Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTo celebrate its 10th anniversary, salad bowl specialty shop WithGreen will hold an Instagram giveaway starting May 15, 2026, offering customers premium prizes, including the grand prize of a “free salads for a year” voucher. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418004https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418004Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES小野建 acquired 三友鋼材 in Kagawa Prefecture to expand its share of the steel business in the Shikoku region. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418003https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418003Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESかきたねキッチン will launch its first “Tonkotsu Ramen Flavor” product at Kansai International Airport on June 2, targeting inbound travelers. Its popular “Takoyaki Sauce Flavor” will also be offered in an airport-exclusive version. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418002https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418002Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPhotoruction has added an “Operations Report” feature to “Photoruction Build” to visualize usage. The feature supports the adoption of tools and improvements to on-site operations, addressing challenges in construction digital transformation. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418001https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418001Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSakura Office has revamped “BORDER5,” its condominium management assessment site. It has enhanced features for certifying and listing top 5% properties based on its own criteria, which include community and disaster preparedness. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418000https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n418000Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESImayo is expanding sales channels for MLB-approved jewelry commemorating Shohei Ohtani’s return to two-way play, and has begun taking orders through BS Nippon TV and other outlets. The model is limited to 560 pieces, in tribute to his 2025 record. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417999https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417999Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSEVEN BEAUTY will launch 8 roll-on nail oils formulated with moisturizing ingredients on May 18, 2026, under “はけまろ,” a new brand for at-home nail care. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417998https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417998Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESMAIA has been commissioned to run Tochigi Prefecture’s women’s digital work-sharing model program and has opened applications for 30 participants in the 3rd cohort of the “Tochigi Digital Work Women’s Project.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417997https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417997Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESRakusai will begin taking preorders for “Bargain Ripe Miyazaki Mangoes” on May 18, 2026. The mangoes are ripened on the tree, like those sold as gifts, but have irregular shapes; 500 sets will be available. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417996https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417996Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPicoCELA released “PicoManager® v2,” a cloud management system that resolves Wi-Fi issues in as little as 3 minutes, on May 18, 2026. Evolving from monitoring to resolution support, it enables anyone to operate a high-quality network. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417995https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417995Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPlus Corporation will publish the “Smart Kaigo” vol.13 catalog for care and welfare facilities on June 1, 2026. It has strengthened the platform, which integrates product sales and management support. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417994https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417994Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESＢＣＣ has published a case study on the introduction of its “BM X Managed VPN Service” at Hayakawa Electric Wire Industries. The service helped address workload and cost challenges faced by a small IT department and supported the rebuilding of its network infrastructure. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417993https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417993Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESMorpho will showcase AI technology for next-generation mobility at “Automotive Engineering Exposition” in May 2026. It will unveil its new “Morpho MAS” technology and VLM integration solutions for the first time, and present ways to improve the efficiency of autonomous driving. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417992https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417992Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESCross One has added new products to “TimeShelf,” its watch rental service. Yoshikazu Kutsukake, CEO of 株式会社マウイ, also took part in a watch try-on experience. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417991https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417991Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPacific Consultants and Murashima Office announced a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on a business partnership, aiming to combine their expertise in integrated management and building services and jointly expand their business in Japan’s defense sector. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417990https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417990Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe nonprofit Suma Universal Beach Project will hold its fourth Universal Beach experience event at Painuhama Beach on Ishigaki Island on June 27 and 28, 2026. Beach mats and amphibious wheelchairs will help people with disabilities enjoy the ocean. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417989https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417989Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式會社Agent opened a new office in Omiya on June 1, 2026, to strengthen the talent supply in Saitama and northern Kanto and address increasingly severe on-site labor shortages in telecommunications digital transformation. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417988https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417988Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESToshimoto Tatsuki, 関通 Holdings’ cybersecurity executive, will share the company’s firsthand experience recovering from the 2024 ransomware attack and its current countermeasures at the “Crisis Management Conference Spring 2026.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417987https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417987Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAI meal planning app Oishi Kenko adds blood glucose tracking. Data integration with a Terumo app enables centralized management of meals and blood glucose levels. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417986https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417986Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFRACTAL WORKOUT was certified as a designated exercise therapy facility in May 2026 and began accepting partnership inquiries from medical institutions in 3 major Tokyo wards. It offers a safe exercise environment based on doctors’ prescriptions. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417985https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417985Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA petit market celebrating the 1st anniversary of the opening was held at Tosa Saga Onsen Kobushi no Sato in Kuroshio, Kochi Prefecture, operated by 株式会社FoundingBase. About 100 people attended, making it a lively venue for community interaction. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417984https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417984Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESNiche fragrance specialty store NOSE SHOP is holding a 1-week limited-time pop-up at Isetan Shinjuku. The event features new products available ahead of release and bestsellers from 4 leading brands. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417983https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417983Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社イマクリエ has deployed the “exaBase Generative AI for Local Governments Operations Package” in Bungoono, Oita Prefecture, and begun operating it on the LGWAN network. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417982https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417982Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTRC and ダイナミックマッププラットフォーム are developing high-precision 3D maps to support autonomous driving within logistics facilities. Covering all areas, including indoors, the maps will accelerate the real-world deployment of Level 4 autonomous driving. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417981https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417981Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA survey by Hoosiers Corporation found that 67.5% of respondents find high ceilings in homes appealing, mainly because they create a “sense of openness” and a “relaxing feeling.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417980https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417980Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFutaba Fruits Parlor’s Shinjuku and Kawasaki locations are holding a limited-time “Melon Festival,” featuring special desserts made with premium melons that change daily, including Ibaraki-grown “Ibaraking.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417979https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417979Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPegasus Tech Ventures is recruiting 100 startup exhibitors for the “Startup World Cup Tokyo Regional” on July 17, 2026, offering opportunities for PR, fundraising and business partnerships. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417978https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417978Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESJapanese textile giant Stylem 瀧定大阪 has signed an official partnership agreement with soccer club FC Tokyo, in line with its plans to establish a Tokyo headquarters and expand its global brand. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417977https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417977Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES舞鶴市 has published a food map and is holding a smartphone prize draw to promote local seafood and boost the local tourism economy. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417976https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417976Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES岐阜県飛騨市 has launched a DIY project to build a white birch swing, aiming to shift tourism from consumption-based visits to tourism in which visitors help create and nurture local attractions. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417975https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417975Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPlott is holding a pop-up shop in Tokyo’s Shibuya for its popular anime “Teikou Penguin,” themed around a “shareholders’ meeting” and featuring exclusive merchandise and interactive activities. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417974https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417974Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESGigWorks Advalue has launched the AI phone reception service “Reception AI レセッパ,” helping companies automate call handling and improve operational efficiency with low-cost plans starting at ¥3,980 per month. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417973https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417973Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESフォレストテラス明治神宮 is holding a special consultation fair for a warm, family-style wedding, aimed at couples considering an intimate or family wedding. Special benefits are also available. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417972https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417972Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社キュービック has launched a new series on its web media outlet your SELECT., focused on “For a Lifetime.” The series promotes sustainable consumption and a deeper sense of fulfillment. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417971https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417971Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES仙台ターミナルビル will hold the “Fukushima SAKE Fest” at S-PAL Fukushima on June 20, 2026. Fukushima sake and wine will be available for 2 hours of all-you-can-drink service, alongside special menu items and a prize draw. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417970https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417970Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESファインディ株式会社 surveyed AI use among planning and development professionals in the automotive industry. More than 70% use AI, but gaps exist across job levels; the survey also identified challenges in shifting to advanced use and preparing data. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417969https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417969Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES日販セグモ will hold the first “Bungu Joshi Expo” at Niigata Isetan in August 2026. 42 companies will take part, selling more than 20,000 stationery items. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417968https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417968Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESJapan’s leading curry chain CoCo Ichibanya has adopted Asobica’s “coorum” platform and launched the fan community “ココイチパレット,” aiming to increase customer return visits through two-way communication. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417967https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417967Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPopular game streamer “マエスケ (Maesuke)” has launched a new line of “sweet potato”-themed merchandise, including blind-pack acrylic keychains and T-shirts, now on sale. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417966https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417966Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社カミナシ has announced that it will exhibit at “FOOMA JAPAN 2026,” a trade show for the food manufacturing industry taking place in June 2026. It will showcase カミナシ, a DX platform that supports greater operational efficiency on the front lines. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417965https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417965Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESOsaka Institute of Technology, 清水建設 and others have jointly developed “Perch-RIM,” a drone measurement system to improve safety in tunnel construction. It captures 3D data without entering the tunnel face, eliminating disaster risks. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417964https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417964Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESGenkosha’s “Illustration No. 250” has attracted attention on social media following the popularity of its special feature, and a reprint has been decided after strong sales. It has also received high praise from industry insiders. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417963https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417963Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESOrion Beer has produced and released 3 short videos in collaboration with comedy duo ありんくりん, based on “Okinawa drinking party moments everyone can relate to” anecdotes solicited from users. The project is part of the promotion for “Orion The Draft.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417962https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417962Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESWizleap will hold a seminar on June 19 for insurance sales representatives to learn techniques for online consultations. A leading FP will share practical methods for building trust. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417961https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417961Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESZojirushi is beginning to serve bottled “Zou no Mai,” a beer made from rice used for testing, at “Zojirushi Shokudo.” This is part of an upcycling initiative aimed at reducing food waste. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417960https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417960Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESGarden Co., Ltd. will hold the “Double-Style Unlimited Rice Fair” at its Ikkakuya and Abura Soba Sohonten restaurants from May 18, 2026. Customers ordering noodles can enjoy unlimited rice for free. The campaign highlights the appeal of the brands. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417959https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417959Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESMedia4u, a subsidiary of Fabrica Holdings, will hold a free online seminar on June 3 about using SMS to address email-related challenges. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417958https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417958Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESASICS will hold a global campaign for its “OneASICS” membership program for 5 days starting May 18. It will offer app-linked challenges and exclusive experiences to deepen connections with customers. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417957https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417957Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES少数株ドットコム will hold an online book club in May 2026 for “Verification: The Islamic State Hostage Crisis.” It will provide an opportunity to reconsider Japan’s crisis management and media coverage. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417956https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417956Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSIGNATE will exhibit at “DX&AI Forum 2026 Spring Osaka,” showcasing its business-efficiency AI, “WorkAI.” It will also deliver a talk on AI transformation strategies. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417955https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417955Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESItabashi Ward and Kochi Prefecture will hold a “Disaster-Prevention Products Exhibition and Business Meeting” on July 24. They will strengthen industry-academia-government collaboration with a focus on condominium disaster preparedness. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417954https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417954Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES自治体DX推進協議会が全国473自治体の移住施策とDXに関する調査結果を発表。関係人口創出で8割超が成果を実感し、ふるさと住民登録制度も概ね好意的に受け止められているが、DXの実装は道半ばである。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417953https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417953Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESEGGS ’N THINGS JAPAN will begin selling seasonal menu items centered on melon at its domestic locations for a limited time from May 22. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417952https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417952Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES三金商事株式会社 will hold an “Energy-Saving Support Sale” at Amazon’s MTK SHOP from May 18, 2026. It will offer 3 products at special prices to make summer driving and home life more comfortable and help people prepare for extreme heat. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417951https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417951Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSaitama City is using a public-private-academic collaboration model and has secured government subsidies to advance a smart city project aimed at using digital technology to address extreme heat and increase movement around the city. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417950https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417950Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESKimuraya Sohonten will launch 7 new products for the summer season on June 1, 2026. The lineup includes “Jumbo Steamed Cake Peach Tea,” which is recommended chilled, offering a new way to enjoy the products. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417949https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417949Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESJapan’s Inaba Pet Food has launched “Churu Sausage” for dogs, expanding its successful Churu product line with a distinctive dual-texture design. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417948https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417948Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESGuerlain has announced its new lipstick, “KissKiss Bee Glow Plump.” Combining bee-derived ingredients with science, the product delivers an immediate and long-lasting increase in lip volume and luminosity. It aims to become a next-generation icon that brings beauty and skincare together. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417947https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417947Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe City Promotion Awards Executive Committee held the “5th Conference” in a hybrid format to share insights from organizations that received CPA2025 awards. It served as a learning opportunity for the public and private sectors. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417946https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417946Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESEnfactory has released its latest report supporting the effectiveness of boundary-crossing learning. It quantifies the process by which individual growth spreads through an organization. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417945https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417945Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSchoo has released a free collection of classes for working adults on “putting your thoughts and mind in order.” It has selected 10 classes on topics including logical thinking and self-care to help business professionals manage their physical and mental well-being. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417944https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417944Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESWillgate has begun airing taxi commercials for Willgate M&A nationwide, featuring Ami Suzuki. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417943https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417943Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESStockmark will hold a free online seminar on robot avatars on May 19, featuring Professor Hiroshi Ishiguro. The discussion will cover social implementation through the convergence of AI and robotics and its impact on industry. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417942https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417942Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESBUYMA has expanded the brands covered by its free appraisal service. It has added brands including Chrome Hearts and The Row to improve user confidence. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417941https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417941Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPapyless establishes the BL-exclusive label “BLoved.” on Renta! and begins exclusive early distribution of 2 jointly produced new titles. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417940https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417940Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESKRAFTON JAPAN has launched a collaboration event in PUBG MOBILE with hololive VTuber Usada Pekora. The event aims to boost engagement among both fan communities through exclusive items and commemorative streams. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417939https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417939Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPernod Ricard Japan will release the new vintage of prestige Champagne, Perrier-Jouët Belle Epoque 2018, on May 18. A giveaway of bottles signed by Yuko Araki has also been launched to mark the occasion. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417938https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417938Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESStockmark will hold a free online seminar on May 21 about exploring R&D themes in the AI era. It will explain methods for structuring external information with AI and generating new themes. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417937https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417937Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESコミューンが5月開催の「Connect Lounge」全登壇企業を公開。ブランドロイヤリティをテーマに14セッションを実施。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417936https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417936Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAttenir will release Refresh Body Cologne (Icy Citrus Mojito), a cooling fragrance for summer, in a limited quantity on June 15, 2026. It masks the smell of sweat and provides a refreshing feeling. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417935https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417935Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAjino Mingei will hold a 3-day, limited-time all-you-can-eat udon event in late May 2026. It has introduced a senior discount to appeal more strongly to families and older customers. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417934https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417934Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESYoung Japanese dancers Harumi Inoue and Takafumi Tamagawa, members of ソフィア国立バレエ団, are set to perform in a 2026 ballet production hosted by Marty Co., Ltd. The 2 dancers are expected to deliver fresh performances honed on the international stage. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417933https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417933Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFMヨコハマ will hold the first event under its new “FM Yokohama Entertainment Jam” series: the first joint event featuring 4 late-night programs from “Kiiteru,” on July 16. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417932https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417932Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESLuup and ファミリーマート have partnered on a campaign marking ファミリーマート’s 45th anniversary. Benefits include 45 minutes free on a first LUUP ride. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417931https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417931Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESNew Era and Japanese luxury streetwear brand mastermind JAPAN have launched a new collaborative capsule collection, expanding the partnership with apparel included for the first time. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417930https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417930Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTKC’s accounting system FX4 Cloud and Velc’s board now support data integration through journal entry files, helping improve the efficiency of accounting operations. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417929https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417929Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTVer has announced awards recognizing partner companies for TVer advertising in fiscal 2025. Dentsu and others received awards, and a new award focused on self-service was introduced. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417928https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417928Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESanifull Co., Ltd. has developed Nyan Care Vest PRO, made of waterproof silicone for safely shampooing cats and trimming their claws, and will begin advance sales on Makuake on May 18, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417927https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417927Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESRobosta, a robotics media outlet, will hold its first conference in June 2026. Experts from government, industry and academia will gather to discuss the social implementation of humanoids and explore the future of AI robotics. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417926https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417926Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESCHOCOLATE Inc.とセブン‐イレブンが提携し、5月26日よりパペットスンスンのコラボ食品7種を発売。大規模なプレゼントキャンペーンも併催する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417925https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417925Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe special exhibition “See-Through Exhibition 2” will open at 名古屋市科学館 on July 18, 2026. The popular exhibition, which has drawn a cumulative 400,000 visitors, is expanding in scale and adding 2 new sections where visitors can explore the internal structures of living things and machines. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417924https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417924Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESakippa Inc. has been commissioned to operate official parking for “Awa Odori 2026.” Building on its track record since 2024, it will introduce a new advance reservation system for tour buses to ease traffic congestion and improve operational efficiency. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417923https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417923Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES『風燕伝：Where Winds Meet』が半周年を記念し、5月下旬の「皇宮」エリア開放を含む大型ロードマップを公開。継続的な改善と新システム導入でユーザー体験の深化を図る。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417922https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417922Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417921https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260518-09/index-en-p5.html#n417921Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAsahi Broadcasting Radio will air a special program exploring the issue of the organic fluorinated compounds known as “PFAS” in an accessible classroom format, aiming to raise public awareness and encourage thought about these “forever chemicals.”