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   "title": "Two new designs of paper wrappers featuring Flame Hashira Kyojuro Rengoku! The “Kuroge Wagyu Mugen Gyunabe Bento” comes with a first-ever original stand-up fan. Web reservations with a bonus open on May 20 (Wed)!",
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   "country_name": "Japan",
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   "title": "First Grand Prix winner selected at the 2026 Miss Amazake final judging, in a joint project with Bishoujo Zukan, which has produced Fumi Nikaido and others",
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   "summary": "The '2026 Miss Amazake' final selection event was held on May 16, 2026, at Kanda Myojin Hall in Tokyo, crowning Ai Shirai as the first Grand Prix winner. This new cultural audition is a joint project between the Miss SAKE association and Bishoujo Zukan, aimed at cultivating young ambassadors to promote Japanese culture, specifically the traditional non-alcoholic drink amazake, to a global audience.",
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   "country_name": "Japan",
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   "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260520-09/index-en.html#n440563",
   "title": "[Gap Year White Paper 2026] Around 98% say “it’s needed in Japan, too” — 210 young people who chose paths other than higher education or employment despite anxiety demonstrate the value of taking a detour",
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   "published_at": "2026-05-20T11:00:11+09:00",
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   "source_name": "PR TIMES",
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   "country_name": "Japan",
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   "title": "Nippon Columbia Group releases “Next Trad,” an AI-powered artist-branding video featuring new-generation artist Koki Nakamura, a minyo singer and Tsugaru shamisen performer",
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   "published_at": "2026-05-20T11:00:07+09:00",
   "source_type": "prtimes",
   "source_name": "PR TIMES",
   "country": "JP",
   "country_name": "Japan",
   "source_language": "ja",
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   "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260520-09/index-en.html#n440564",
   "title": "Matchbox Technologies selected for continued support through Osaka Prefecture employment-promotion innovation initiative EPICS acceleration program",
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   "summary": "Matchbox Technologies announced it has been selected for continued support under Osaka Prefecture's EPICS acceleration program. The company, which provides a spot work platform for qualified medical personnel, was recognized with an award for its progress and will now focus on service implementation and creating case studies within Osaka to alleviate the severe local healthcare labor shortage.",
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   "published_at": "2026-05-20T11:00:07+09:00",
   "source_type": "prtimes",
   "source_name": "PR TIMES",
   "country": "JP",
   "country_name": "Japan",
   "source_language": "ja",
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   "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000175.000068701.html",
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   "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260520-09/index-en.html#n440566",
   "title": "『ピッコマくじ』5月後半ラインアップ公開「実は私が本物だった」「公女様は未来を見通す」が登場！",
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   "summary": "Kakao Piccoma has unveiled the late May 2026 lineup for its 'Piccoma Kuji' online lottery service. The new releases feature merchandise from two popular titles: 'I Am the Real One' (launching May 20) and 'The Princess Foresees the Future' (launching May 27). The prize pools include character figures, acrylic stands, keychains, and a special 'Last Kuji Prize' for the final ticket holder.",
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   "published_at": "2026-05-20T11:00:06+09:00",
   "source_type": "prtimes",
   "source_name": "PR TIMES",
   "country": "JP",
   "country_name": "Japan",
   "source_language": "ja",
   "summary_language": "ja",
   "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000883.000003707.html",
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   "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260520-09/index-en.html#n440838",
   "title": "暮らし方が多様化する現代のくらしに、足元からのコンディショニングを 立体パッドが土踏まずをしっかり\"持ち上げサポート「中山式 足裏アーチバランスサポーター」が5月11日よりスギ薬局にて新発売",
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   "summary": "中山式産業 will launch its 「中山式 足裏アーチバランスサポーター」, supervised by an orthopedic surgeon, at スギ薬局 on May 11. The product supports the arches of the feet and helps address foot fatigue and whole-body balance among modern consumers.",
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    "楽天市場",
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   "source_type": "prtimes",
   "source_name": "PR TIMES",
   "country": "JP",
   "country_name": "Japan",
   "source_language": "ja",
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   "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260520-09/index-en.html#n440837",
   "title": "Narrator agency アトゥプロダクション launches 「声 余白」, an experiential project centered on the voice",
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   "summary": "株式会社アトゥプロダクション is launching 「声 余白」, an experience-design project centered on the voice, and will hold its first event for children on June 13 and 14, 2026.",
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   "published_at": "2026-05-20T11:00:02+09:00",
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   "country": "JP",
   "country_name": "Japan",
   "source_language": "ja",
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   "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000182159.html",
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   "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260520-09/index-en.html#n440836",
   "title": "Grand prize-winning work from the 1st Novema! BL Short Story Contest, 『席替えしたら、どうやら後ろの男が俺のこと好きらしい』, to be adapted into a live-action drama in summer 2026!",
   "title_state": "translated",
   "summary": "The grand prize-winning work from スターツ出版's BL novel contest, 『席替えしたら、どうやら後ろの男が俺のこと好きらしい』, will be adapted into a live-action drama. The series is scheduled to begin airing in summer 2026, with Eito Konishi and Motonosuke co-starring.",
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   "facts": [],
   "companies": [
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   "published_at": "2026-05-20T11:00:02+09:00",
   "source_type": "prtimes",
   "source_name": "PR TIMES",
   "country": "JP",
   "country_name": "Japan",
   "source_language": "ja",
   "summary_language": "ja",
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   "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260520-09/index-en.html#n440835",
   "title": "Even with structured interviews and aptitude tests, assessing candidates remains difficult—65% of HR professionals say so, according to back check's survey on the realities and challenges of candidate evaluation",
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   "summary": "A survey of HR professionals by back check found that 65% feel it has become harder to evaluate job candidates. The impact of generative AI and intensifying competition are driving greater demand for third-party information.",
   "summary_state": "translated",
   "facts": [],
   "companies": [],
   "published_at": "2026-05-20T11:00:02+09:00",
   "source_type": "prtimes",
   "source_name": "PR TIMES",
   "country": "JP",
   "country_name": "Japan",
   "source_language": "ja",
   "summary_language": "ja",
   "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000177171.html",
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   "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260520-09/index-en.html#n440834",
   "title": "Eel and Japanese cuisine restaurant 「うなぎ 和食 大穀」 partners with りそなグループ's 地域デザインラボさいたま",
   "title_state": "translated",
   "summary": "ニュー富士, which operates 「うなぎ 和食 大穀」, has partnered with りそなグループ to develop the 「川越で味わう極上のうなぎ体験ツアー」. Starting June 1, 2026, the tour will be revamped to offer more opportunities to interact with the artisans.",
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    "りそなグループ",
    "地域デザインラボさいたま",
    "小江戸鏡山酒造"
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   "published_at": "2026-05-20T11:00:02+09:00",
   "source_type": "prtimes",
   "source_name": "PR TIMES",
   "country": "JP",
   "country_name": "Japan",
   "source_language": "ja",
   "summary_language": "ja",
   "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000182528.html",
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   "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260520-09/index-en.html#n440833",
   "title": "Parenting journal kit 「Hibi」, designed for busy daily lives, to go on sale May 20",
   "title_state": "translated",
   "summary": "株式会社カタチヤ will launch 「Hibi」, a new parenting journal kit that turns a calendar into an album, on May 20. It offers busy parents a way to keep records as part of their everyday routine and highlights the value of preserving memories by hand.",
   "summary_state": "translated",
   "facts": [],
   "companies": [],
   "published_at": "2026-05-20T11:00:02+09:00",
   "source_type": "prtimes",
   "source_name": "PR TIMES",
   "country": "JP",
   "country_name": "Japan",
   "source_language": "ja",
   "summary_language": "ja",
   "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000182667.html",
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   "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260520-09/index-en.html#n440832",
   "title": "Celebrate in a town you love, not at a wedding venue: 「IINDA Local」 launches",
   "title_state": "translated",
   "summary": "MAW株式会社 has launched 「IINDA Local」, a service that turns an entire town into a wedding venue. It is launching in 5 regions initially, with plans to expand nationwide.",
   "summary_state": "translated",
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   "companies": [
    "MAW株式会社",
    "稲とアガベ株式会社",
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   "source_type": "prtimes",
   "source_name": "PR TIMES",
   "country": "JP",
   "country_name": "Japan",
   "source_language": "ja",
   "summary_language": "ja",
   "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000153443.html",
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   "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260520-09/index-en.html#n440831",
   "title": "オーセンティック・ブランズ・グループ aims to grow Reebok to annual sales of $5 billion and target ¥20 billion in Japanese retail sales through a localized strategy!",
   "title_state": "translated",
   "summary": "Reebok has achieved global sales of $5 billion. It is targeting ¥20 billion in the Japanese market.",
   "summary_state": "translated",
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   "companies": [
    "オーセンティック・ブランズ・グループ",
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    "ジェイドグループ",
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    "N.HOOLYWOOD",
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   "source_type": "prtimes",
   "source_name": "PR TIMES",
   "country": "JP",
   "country_name": "Japan",
   "source_language": "ja",
   "summary_language": "ja",
   "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000178810.html",
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   "title": "【福音館書店×親子の時間研究所】Jointly developed merchandise commemorating the 70th anniversary of 「こどものとも」 now rolling out!",
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   "summary": "親子の時間研究所 and 福音館書店 have jointly developed limited-edition merchandise to mark the 70th anniversary of the monthly picture-book series 「こどものとも」. Stationery and keychains for adult fans will go on sale from mid-April 2026.",
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    "福音館書店",
    "株式会社ライブエンタープライズ",
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   "published_at": "2026-05-20T11:00:02+09:00",
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   "country": "JP",
   "country_name": "Japan",
   "source_language": "ja",
   "summary_language": "ja",
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   "title": "【Limited to the first 10 companies】Self-service survey campaign offers up to 60% off with IT adoption subsidies | 「1ask（ワンアスク）」",
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   "summary": "株式会社wacha has launched a campaign to promote adoption of its self-service survey service 「1ask」. Combining an IT adoption subsidy with an additional discount, the campaign offers up to 60% off in total and supports companies in using data and making timely decisions.",
   "summary_state": "translated",
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   "companies": [],
   "published_at": "2026-05-20T11:00:02+09:00",
   "source_type": "prtimes",
   "source_name": "PR TIMES",
   "country": "JP",
   "country_name": "Japan",
   "source_language": "ja",
   "summary_language": "ja",
   "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000102561.html",
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   "title": "Are you sticking with skincare without knowing what works? Survey finds about 30% of women in their late 30s to early 50s are dissatisfied, while about 70% feel lost in their beauty routines",
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   "summary": "A survey of 1,011 Japanese women aged late 30s to early 50s found that about 30% are unhappy with their skincare, citing lack of results and uncertainty. The majority seek simple, time-saving, and affordable solutions to address age-related skin changes, but are often hindered by fatigue, time constraints, and cost.",
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   "published_at": "2026-05-20T11:00:02+09:00",
   "source_type": "prtimes",
   "source_name": "PR TIMES",
   "country": "JP",
   "country_name": "Japan",
   "source_language": "ja",
   "summary_language": "ja",
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   "anchor": "n440827",
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   "title": "【Beat the lack of exercise during extreme summer heat】Pre-sales begin for a \"smart jump rope\" that turns your home into a gym",
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   "summary": "Key System Co., Ltd. has launched a new Japanese health-tech brand, \"MYAKU,\" and its inaugural product, the AI-powered smart jump rope \"MYAKU ROPE.\" Aimed at solving the problem of insufficient exercise during intense summer heat, the device features a cordless mode for indoor use and syncs with a proprietary app, \"Health Trainer,\" to track workout metrics. The product is being launched via a pre-sale campaign on the crowdfunding platform Makuake.",
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   "published_at": "2026-05-20T11:00:02+09:00",
   "source_type": "prtimes",
   "source_name": "PR TIMES",
   "country": "JP",
   "country_name": "Japan",
   "source_language": "ja",
   "summary_language": "ja",
   "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000145218.html",
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   "title": "\"We felt reassured that they understood the worksite\": interview published with a company that adopted an ICT surveying support service",
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   "summary": "シティプラスHD, which supports construction DX, has published a case study on the adoption of a drone surveying service at waste treatment company クリーンダスト. The service cut the measurement period from 1 month to 2 weeks, improving operational efficiency.",
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   "facts": [],
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