# AI News 180m Report｜2026-05-21 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 8 of 9

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 826 items from 3 sources; Taiwan, 41 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## 自治体の61%、年間100時間超の時間外勤務 ─ 地方創生2.0時代の地域経済政策の「実装の空白」を埋める『地域AX ─ 地方創生2.0時代の地域経済政策レポート』を、首長・議員・自治体職員に限定公開

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000300.000033909.html
- anchor: #n451817
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アルファドライブ、AX for Revenue Institute 地域AX推進機構、アルファドライブ地域経済研究所

AlphaDrive's AX research institute has released a white paper for municipal employees outlining policy implementation methods for the Local Revitalization 2.0 era.

## 【New service】Bringing on-the-job training in the food service and hospitality industries to educational institutions. Full-scale launch of “これマネ学校教育DX.” Building Japan’s first “circular school education model” that seamlessly connects students’ time at school with their workplaces after graduation

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:06:33+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000141264.html
- anchor: #n451826

一般社団法人これからの時代の・飲食店マネジメント協会 has launched これマネ学校教育DX, a video-learning platform for educational institutions. The association aims to address labor shortages through circular education that connects industry and schools.

## Solve the shortage of USB-C ports in one fell swoop. MICRODIA begins proposing USB-C hubs and docking stations for businesses, compatible with iPhone, iPad and MacBook

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:01:57+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000405.000058844.html
- anchor: #n451827
- Companies mentioned: 宏福商事合同会社、MICRODIA、Apple

宏福商事 begins proposing MICRODIA-brand USB-C hubs and docking stations for businesses. Compatible with the latest iPhone and MacBook models.

## Business partnership with director Kumiko Endo, who made the full-length AI film Matilda: The Devil’s Genes; Director Endo named ambassador for KLab AI GUILD

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:01:17+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000915.000006348.html
- anchor: #n451828
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ロケット

KLab has partnered with AI film director Kumiko Endo. The company announced her appointment as an ambassador for KLab AI GUILD and support for production of a sequel to the film Matilda: The Devil’s Genes.

## A “venture municipality” with a population of about 3,000 begins nationwide recruitment of high school students!

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:19+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000175405.html
- anchor: #n451829

上川町 in Hokkaido has begun recruiting students for the “地域みらい留学” program at 上川高校. It offers distinctive inquiry-based learning, including paid internships with entrepreneurs.

## External mentors to provide hands-on support in developing middle managers at growth companies; 琉球ウェルネス launches its mentoring service

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000115134.html
- anchor: #n451908

琉球ウェルネス has launched a corporate mentoring service for middle managers at growth companies, pairing them with external mentors who provide ongoing support.

## Selected as a Digital Agency implementation case. ドットキャッシュ joins 三井住友カード and others in becoming a standard model for next-generation payment infrastructure using My Number Cards (JPKI)

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000180063.html
- anchor: #n451907
- Companies mentioned: 三井住友カード、PayPay

KIT合同会社’s ドットキャッシュ has been selected as a JPKI implementation case by the Digital Agency. It enables the secure circulation of digital assets using My Number authentication.

## 株式会社新恵社 enters business partnership with 我究館, Japan’s first career design school

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000181050.html
- anchor: #n451906
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ジャパンビジネスラボ、マガジンハウス社、ダイアモンド社

新恵社 has entered a business partnership with career design school 我究館. 新恵社 will lead 我究館’s owned-media editorial team and share its approach to “self-analysis,” considered important in the age of AI, in a contemporary context.

## 【Hiring is “romance,” and management itself】From “choosing” to “mutual attraction.” A must-read for executives and HR professionals looking to leave behind “unpopular companies” with no applicants and high turnover. E-book 脱・非モテ企業 goes on sale Friday, May 22

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000114037.html
- anchor: #n451905

株式会社アルフォース・ワン will release the e-book 脱・非モテ企業 on Amazon Kindle starting May 22, 2026, explaining a new-era recruitment strategy for small and midsize businesses and startups. To mark the publication, the company will run a promotion through May 25, offering it for 99 yen instead of the regular 980 yen. The book recasts recruitment as a series of dating and matchmaking steps, offering practical approaches to attracting talented people.

## Popular food truck launches full-scale online sales! 100% organic matcha crafted by a historic Kyoto tea maker and craft jam made with Sendai strawberries. Its colorful appearance and refined flavor are drawing attention on Makuake

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000179819.html
- anchor: #n451904

株式会社サニーアプリコット (Natori, Miyagi Prefecture) began full-scale sales on its official e-commerce site (https://sunny-apricot.myshopify.com) on May 21, 2026, of products previously offered through its food truck, Sunny Apricot. Following its success in reaching 569% of its target on the support-purchase platform Makuake, the company is selling 100% organic matcha crafted by a historic Kyoto tea maker, a matcha shaker finished in Kaga Yamanaka lacquerware, craft jam made with Sendai strawberries, and gift sets. Its representative, 長武佐々木, is a Japanese Tea Instructor, and the company was founded in 2025. Guided by the motto “Enjoy tea more casually and freely,” the company offers an experiential gift that lets customers make fruit matcha lattes at home. It plans to expand its jam lineup with seasonal fruit from Tohoku.

## Candy apples with limited-edition labels from “BUNNI KONBINY（バニーコンビニ）” × “富士林檎” debut

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000167401.html
- anchor: #n451903

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## プロデリア・パートナーズ and グッドパッチ to co-host webinar, “Building Product Organizations Where ‘Making × Delivering’ Work in Tandem: Designing PdM × PMM Roles for the Growth Stage,” on June 4, 2026

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000177409.html
- anchor: #n451902

PMM専門コンサルティングファームのプロデリア・パートナーズ株式会社は、株式会社グッドパッチと共催で、無料オンラインウェビナー「『作る × 届ける』が両輪で動く プロダクト組織のつくり方〜グロース期に必要なPdM × PMMの役割設計〜」を2026年6月4日（木）12:00〜13:00にZoom配信にて開催します。グロース期におけるプロダクトマネージャー（PdM）とプロダクトマーケティングマネージャー（PMM）の役割設計のズレを解消するための実践知や現場支援事例を、両社の登壇者がパネルディスカッションを交えて解説します。

## 【Are you an ice cream person or a jelly person?】More ways to enjoy choosing. The eagerly awaited “Strawberry” and “Japanese Pear” join the Fruit Ice & Jelly series, bringing the lineup to 4 varieties!

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000086806.html
- anchor: #n451901

株式会社友桝飲料 will begin rolling out “Strawberry” and “Japanese Pear” nationwide on June 1, 2026, as the 2nd release in its Fruit Ice & Jelly series of jelly drinks that can be enjoyed chilled or frozen. Together with the existing “White Peach” and “Watermelon,” the lineup will include 4 varieties. The products are offered at open pricing and contain 130g.

## A dedicated Japanese tea roaster installed at a matcha and Japanese tea specialty shop in Asakusa!

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000135303.html
- anchor: #n451900
- Companies mentioned: WithFunフード株式会社

MARUZEN Tea Roastery Asakusa is introducing a roaster dedicated to Japanese tea, developing the business as an experiential café offering freshly ground tea roasted on-site.

## Notice of opening an integrated group hub in the Osaka area

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000165452.html
- anchor: #n451899

株式会社BREXA Holdings has opened an integrated hub on the 9th floor of the Obic Midosuji Building, bringing together the group’s functions in the Osaka area to maximize synergies. The site is occupied by 5 companies: 株式会社BREXA Next, 株式会社BREXA Technology, 株式会社BREXA CrossBorder, 株式会社BREXA Engineering and 株式会社BREXA Communications, and will operate with a staff of about 200. The BREXA Group changed its name from 株式会社アウトソーシング in 2025 and is a major staffing services provider with 203 companies in Japan and overseas and about 117,000 employees.

## WD customer survey finds growing focus on scalability, economics and reliability in AI infrastructure plans

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000162177.html
- anchor: #n451898

A 2026 survey by ウエスタンデジタル of 200 major customers worldwide found that AI infrastructure plans increasingly prioritize capacity expansion, total cost of ownership (TCO) optimization, reliability, and scalable HDD-based tiered storage.

## Collaboration product “まろ塩こうじ梅” from 河鶴 × ハナマルキ wins gold at Tsukemono Grand Prix 2026! — A 50-year-old company’s challenge bears fruit, as the fusion of tradition and innovation earns high praise.

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000164844.html
- anchor: #n451897

株式会社河鶴 announced that its collaboration product まろ塩こうじ梅, made with ハナマルキ株式会社’s “yeast-fermented liquid shio koji,” won gold at the 11th Tsukemono Grand Prix 2026, held at Tokyo Big Sight on May 10, 2026. Through 21 days of extended aging, this next-generation pickle achieves a mellow flavor that softens the sharpness of the plum’s acidity and saltiness.

## Beyond Technologies launches learning business to support “skills-based talent development”

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000101472.html
- anchor: #n451896
- Companies mentioned: LinkedIn

Beyond Technologies has launched a learning business that uses LinkedIn data and other sources to support companies’ “skills-based talent development.” The service aims to reduce workload and make ROI visible.

## 結婚スタイルマガジン × Chronicle、新Podcast番組「結婚ラジオ」を配信開始

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000161451.html
- anchor: #n451895
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社俄

Podcast Studio Chronicle and 結婚スタイルマガジン have teamed up to launch the new podcast 結婚ラジオ on May 21, 2026. The show will deliver practical, first-hand information every week for couples navigating wedding preparations.

## Toward a future without investment disparities through AI: launches official note and X accounts for ROBOPROファンド

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000158171.html
- anchor: #n451894

SBI Okasan Asset Management Co., Ltd. launched its official note and X accounts in May 2026 to boost information sharing about its ROBOPRO Fund, an investment trust that uses AI to analyze more than 40 types of market data and dynamically adjust asset allocations. It will share information on the fund’s features and rebalancing, aiming for a future without disparities in investment opportunities.

## Japanese Neurosurgical Expertise Passed on to the World

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000175918.html
- anchor: #n451893
- Companies mentioned: カンピーナス大学

Soseikai General Hospital released a documentary video following a neurosurgery team’s medical activities in Brazil. It depicts the passing of Japan’s advanced medical expertise to the next generation and international medical exchange.

## 【Hervé Chapelier】On May 21, the Limited-Edition “Fusil × Gris × Blanc Tag” Bag, Featuring a Beautiful, Refined Monochrome Look, Arrives at the Online Store

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000167922.html
- anchor: #n451892
- Companies mentioned: エルベシャプリエ (Hervé Chapelier)、株式会社サニーサイドアップ

On May 21, 2026, Hervé Chapelier will release a limited-edition color, “Fusil × Gris × Blanc,” for its Cordura Nylon Boat-Shaped Tote M at its official online store. Priced at 51,480 yen, it features a refined monochrome design.

## AI検索時代の新・集客戦略を体系化した新刊『AI時代に勝つ!LLMO対策の教科書~新・集客メソッド~』を4月26日に発売――SEO・Web集客に課題を持つ経営者・マーケティング担当に向けた実践的な1冊

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000024.000090146.html
- anchor: #n451891
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フォーウェイ、株式会社メディアグロース、株式会社パノラボ、Google、Amazon

株式会社フォーウェイ has released “Win in the AI Era! A Guide to LLMO Strategies,” a book explaining LLMO, a next-generation customer acquisition strategy for the AI search era. It offers practical know-how to address companies’ customer acquisition challenges during the transition from SEO to AI.

## “Iwrap” Marks Its 50th Anniversary with a “Hanshin Tigers” Design Package

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000027.000083630.html
- anchor: #n451890
- Companies mentioned: 岩谷マテリアル株式会社、ジョーシン

Iwatani Materials will release a Hanshin Tigers collaboration package on May 25 to mark the 50th anniversary of Iwrap. The move aims to contribute to the local community and appeal to fans.

## 【New Book】Money Isn’t the Only Thing That Enriches Life. “A Life with a Vacation Home for Everyone” Offers Japan, Ranked 61st in Happiness, an Alternative Lifestyle; On Sale 5/26

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000028.000081444.html
- anchor: #n451889
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ブックダム、ココザス株式会社

Bookdam will release “A Life with a Vacation Home for Everyone,” a book by Yoshihito Ando, CEO of Cocozas, on May 26. The book proposes a new approach to asset building and lifestyle through a shared vacation-home ownership scheme starting at around 2 million yen per share.

## Gakyukan, Japan’s First Career Design School, Forms Business Partnership with 株式会社新恵社

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000029.000013515.html
- anchor: #n451888
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ジャパンビジネスラボ、株式会社新恵社

Career design school Gakyukan has formed a business partnership with 株式会社新恵社, which supports owned-media editorial work. The partnership will revamp how it communicates its self-analysis method to the AI- and social media-native generation.

## Mikimori Completes Transition to a Holding Company Structure. It Plans to Begin Operations at 23 Locations Within the Fiscal Year and Targets Expansion to 500 Locations in 5 Years.

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000030.000099599.html
- anchor: #n451887

Mikimori Holdings announced a strategy to transition to a holding company structure and expand to 500 grid-scale battery storage sites within 5 years, with a sales target of 1 trillion yen. It will also promote the formation of infrastructure funds and data center development.

## "業務をこなす"AI電話「スパ電」を展開するカイタク株式会社、フルリモート組織の健康支援基盤として「アンドエルワーク」を導入

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000049.000134238.html
- anchor: #n451886
- Companies mentioned: カイタク株式会社、アンドエル株式会社

アンドエル株式会社は、フルリモートで急成長中のカイタク株式会社による自社健康支援サービス「アンドエルワーク」の導入事例を公開した。従業員のパフォーマンス維持と福利厚生の拡充を目的としている。

## Think You Can Read Those Place Names!? Can You Read All the Place Names in Your Hometown? “A Japanese Atlas with Furigana for Easy Reading—even for Difficult Place Names,” with Furigana for Every Municipality and Natural Feature in 47 Prefectures, Goes on Sale May 22 (Friday)!

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000054.000042563.html
- anchor: #n451885
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社平凡社

Heibonsha will release “A Japanese Atlas with Furigana” on May 22, 2026, adding furigana to every place name in Japan. The groundbreaking book provides ruby readings not only for hard-to-read names but for all place names.

## Aecooly Handheld Fan—Get Ready for Summer in Your Bag

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000056.000162534.html
- anchor: #n451884
- Companies mentioned: Amazon.co.jp

株式会社AECOOLY has released a lightweight, compact portable fan weighing 119g for 1,980 yen. It offers features including 5-level airflow adjustment and up to 10.5 hours of operation, bringing convenience to summer outings.

## Should Security in Schools Be Protected with a “Two-Tier” Approach? Explaining Data-Free and Stronger Authentication Measures to Prevent Leaks of Teachers’ and Staff Members’ Personal Information

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000059.000004031.html
- anchor: #n451883
- Companies mentioned: アップデータ株式会社、パスロジ株式会社、マジセミ株式会社、Microsoft

Updata and Passlogy will co-host an information security webinar for the education sector on May 28, 2026. They will explain a “two-tier” approach to preventing data leaks through data-free measures and stronger authentication.

## The Latest Korean Beauty Products Gather in Shibuya! The 3rd “Coskyun” Experiential Pop-Up Event Is Coming!

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000063.000030872.html
- anchor: #n451882

“Coskyun vol.3,” an experiential pop-up event featuring the latest Korean cosmetics brands, will be held in Shibuya for 3 days starting May 22. It will give Japanese consumers a chance to experience the latest K-Beauty products firsthand.

## Luxury Sake Brand “TAKANOME” Participates in International Tasting Event “Top Drop Vancouver 2026” in Vancouver, Canada

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000065.000037523.html
- anchor: #n451881
- Companies mentioned: 醸し人九平次、Kissa Tanto、Okeya Kyujiro、Blue Water Cafe、Elisa

Luxury sake “TAKANOME” exhibited at the Canadian wine event “Top Drop Vancouver 2026.” The brand worked to raise its profile in the North American market and share its brand philosophy.

## New “Explosive Charge Planning System” Developed to Improve Efficiency of Blasting Excavation in Mountain Tunnel Construction

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000066.000126184.html
- anchor: #n451880
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ジェーエムエーシステムズ、アクロクエストテクノロジー株式会社、四国地方整備局

Okumura Corporation has jointly developed an AI-powered “Explosive Charge Planning System” with JMA Systems and Acroquest Technology. The system will improve the efficiency of blasting excavation work and stabilize quality in mountain tunnel construction.

## Now Available: “Workshop to Put a CEO’s Values into Words,” Well Received at ICC, One of Japan’s Largest Venture Conferences

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000076.000072551.html
- anchor: #n451879
- Companies mentioned: ICCパートナーズ株式会社

株式会社EVeM will co-host a workshop with ICC Partners to help CEOs articulate their values on August 8, 2026.

## 【Original Survey】Regional Disparities Widen, While Pharmacy Opening Dates May Be Shifting to Fall: Ranking of 2,175 Pharmacy Openings Nationwide Released

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000087.000043858.html
- anchor: #n451878
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Review

株式会社Review analyzed nationwide pharmacy opening data for the second half of 2025. The analysis found a shift in opening dates toward fall, a concentration in urban areas, and a change in pharmacies’ role toward that of “community infrastructure.”

## “You Can Apply Even If You’re Unsure Which Academic Track to Choose”: Applications Open May 21 for the 6th Round of STEM Scholarships for Girls

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000095.000083893.html
- anchor: #n451877
- Companies mentioned: 慶應義塾大学

The Shin Taro Yamada D&I Foundation has opened applications for the 6th round of its non-repayable STEM Scholarship for Girls (100,000 yen) for female high school students. Aimed at supporting girls pursuing science when choosing an academic track, the program plans to award grants to about 500 students.

## 218 Companies, 37 Universities and 8 Colleges of Technology Participate; Applications for the “Girls Meet STEM” 2026 Summer Tour, in Partnership with Municipalities Nationwide from Hokkaido to Kyushu, Open May 21

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000096.000083893.html
- anchor: #n451876
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人山田進太郎D&I財団、OECD

The Shin Taro Yamada D&I Foundation will open applications on May 21 for the 2026 summer tour of “Girls Meet STEM,” a STEM experience program for girls in middle and high school. With 218 companies, 37 universities and 8 colleges of technology participating, the program aims to close the gender gap in STEM fields.

## AI Avatar “AI Gohantsubu,” Based on Rakugo Performer Sanyutei Gohantsubu, Makes Stage Debut at the Eve Event for the Kousuikyo Cup National Young Rakugo Performer Championship

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000096.000117465.html
- anchor: #n451875
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人 日本芸術文化協会、公益財団法人 公益推進協会、ユニオン映画株式会社

The AI avatar of rakugo performer Sanyutei Gohantsubu, created by シンシアリー株式会社, made its debut at a rakugo event. Using the latest AI technology to recreate the performer’s features, it successfully took part in activities such as a comedic storytelling contest with human rakugo performers, marking a new fusion of traditional performing arts and AI.

## ナポリタン専門店「スパゲッティーのパンチョ イオンモール大日店」が5月29日（金）に新規開店、3連続オープニングキャンペーンを開催

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000101.000117096.html
- anchor: #n451874
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社パンチョ、イオンモール大日

Spaghetti no Pancho, operated by 株式会社パンチョ, will open a new location inside イオンモール大日 in Osaka Prefecture on May 29, 2026. To mark the opening, it will run 3 consecutive campaigns featuring discounts and giveaways.

## Pentasecurity to Exhibit at “AWS Summit Japan 2026,” One of Japan’s Largest Learning Events

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000105.000032363.html
- anchor: #n451873
- Companies mentioned: アマゾン ウェブ サービス ジャパン合同会社

Penta Security will exhibit at “AWS Summit Japan 2026,” taking place in June 2026. It will showcase services including “Cloudbric WMS,” a security operations management service for AWS WAF, to help companies strengthen cloud security.

## 【ソーシャル・エックス】「令和8年度 地域と共創するグリーンイノベーション創出事業」を受託、群馬県のグリーン分野を実証フィールドに、社会課題の解決と経済成長の同時実現を目指す

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000107.000088249.html
- anchor: #n451872
- Companies mentioned: 群馬県、前橋市、富岡市

ソーシャル・エックスが群馬県の令和8年度「グリーンイノベーション創出事業」を受託。官民共創プログラムを通じて、地域の環境課題解決と経済成長を目指す。

## Hair-color salon fufu, with the industry’s No. 1 number of locations*, to open Naha Main Place on Thursday, May 21, 2026! Introductory prices start at ¥2,000 (¥2,200 including tax)

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000113.000016863.html
- anchor: #n451871
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Fast Beauty

Hair-color salon “fufu” will open a new location at “Naha Main Place” in Naha, Okinawa Prefecture, on May 21, 2026. It will begin offering introductory prices and unlimited-color passes.

## Entries for the “6th Enmusu BA—Online Business Meeting Connecting Tohoku, Hokkaido and Kanto with the Rest of Japan” have topped 700 companies

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000113.000019415.html
- anchor: #n451870

Kokopelli Inc. will hold the “6th Enmusu BA” in August. The online business meeting, held in collaboration with 21 financial institutions, supports small and medium-sized businesses in expanding sales channels and advancing digital transformation, and has attracted more than 700 participating companies.

## Concerns over foreign companies and individuals buying land in urbanization control areas and elsewhere [Survey results released]

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000125.000118875.html
- anchor: #n451869

A survey by Dream Planning Inc. found strong public concern over foreign ownership of land, including fears of resource loss (50.1%) and the creation of political footholds (45.0%).

## [Pre-release] Introducing the latest services for promoting AI adoption, developing AI talent and supporting sustained AI use | “AI Market ExCon 2026” Exhibitor Spotlight #4

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000133.000078849.html
- anchor: #n451868
- Companies mentioned: BizTech株式会社、株式会社Galirage、株式会社AlgoX、株式会社core query、株式会社dotConf、一般社団法人 生成AI活用普及協会（GUGA）

BizTech is previewing solutions from exhibitors at the AI trade show “AI Market ExCon 2026,” taking place in June. It will introduce the latest services for talent development and supporting the sustained adoption of AI, among others.

## Fairy Devices selected for NEDO’s “Post-5G Information and Communication Systems Infrastructure Enhancement R&D Project / Research and Development on Making Manufacturing Data, etc. AI-Ready (GENIAC)”

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000137.000042518.html
- anchor: #n451867
- Companies mentioned: 国立研究開発法人新エネルギー・産業技術総合開発機構（NEDO）、経済産業省

Fairy Devices has been selected for NEDO’s GENIAC project. It will develop a data infrastructure that enables AI to assess work quality at manufacturing sites. This is an important initiative to promote the use of fragmented on-site data in AI applications.

## A new lifestyle that nurtures inner richness: “Life with a vacation home” | New book by Cocozas Inc. Representative Yoshito Ando, “A Life with a Vacation Home for Everyone,” to be released May 26

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000145.000069732.html
- anchor: #n451866
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ブックダム、日販アイ・ピー・エス株式会社

Cocozas Inc. CEO Yoshito Ando will release his book “A Life with a Vacation Home for Everyone,” which proposes a new lifestyle, on May 26, 2026. It presents the philosophy and examples behind the company’s vacation-home business, “COCO VILLA.”

## 20% OFF! “Antigravity Getaway Sale” launches! Recommended by ski jumper Sara Takanashi, the world’s first 360-degree drone offers a new way to get out and explore

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000154.000052813.html
- anchor: #n451865

Drone brand Antigravity, from Insta360, is holding a limited-time sale. All kits, including the world’s first* 8K 360-degree drone, “Antigravity A1,” are 20% OFF.

## [Survey of 300 people] Acne scar treatment: 73.7% “compare 3 or more treatment options” | A thorough comparison of costs, effectiveness and downtime

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000194.000056499.html
- anchor: #n451864
- Companies mentioned: 医療法人社団鉄結会、アイシークリニック

アイシークリニックがニキビ跡クレーター治療検討者300名へ意識調査を実施。73.7%が複数治療法を比較し、高い治療ニーズが明らかになった。

## Notice of the Fresh Green Season Sale

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000198.000030735.html
- anchor: #n451863

Liquor Mountain will hold its “Fresh Green Season Sale” for 5 days starting May 21. The sale will feature plum wine-related products, along with regional fairs.

## Herb Health Honpo adopts marketing AI Agent “AIMSTAR,” advancing an overhaul of its marketing infrastructure to accelerate customer “fan building”

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000204.000091540.html
- anchor: #n451862
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社GROWTH VERSE、株式会社ハーブ健康本舗

ハーブ健康本舗が、マーケティング基盤の刷新と顧客エンゲージメント強化のため、GROWTH VERSEのAI Agent「AIMSTAR」を採用しました。施策数とPDCA実行の3倍増を目指します。

## [Father’s Day 2026] “Otona no Shumatsu Otoriyose Club” releases Father’s Day survey of 1,000 people nationwide

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000208.000064613.html
- anchor: #n451861

A survey by iBridge found that alcohol is a popular Father’s Day gift and that budgets for fathers-in-law tend to be higher than those for biological fathers. It also found that more fathers are seeking “experiences,” such as meals, rather than material gifts.

## About 1 in 6 conversions from vertical video ads are flagged as fraudulent. Watch out for a blind spot in AI-optimized ad operations: “training data contamination by invalid conversions”

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000216.000031981.html
- anchor: #n451860
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Spider Labs

Spider Labs analyzed conversion data from vertical video ads and announced that about 1 in 6 (17.01%) were fraudulent.

## [Taking place next week | Floor map released] Get ready for AI agents! The annual major trade show opens in Osaka! —Call Center/CRM Demo & Conference 2026 in Osaka—

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000223.000011263.html
- anchor: #n451859

インフォーマ マーケッツ ジャパン株式会社と株式会社リックテレコムは、2026年5月27日（水）・28日（木）にマイドームおおさかにて「コールセンター/CRM デモ＆コンファレンス 2026 in 大阪（第19回）」を開催する。70社超の企業が約300商材を出展し、60講演以上のセミナーを実施。2026年のキーワードは「AIエージェント」「AI×人」で、AIボイスボットやFAQツール、オムニチャネル対応コンタクトセンター基盤などの最新ソリューションが集結する。来場には無料の事前登録が必要。

## Launch of inbound promotion support for Indonesian tourists using “Eternity X” travel booking data

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000251.000064055.html
- anchor: #n451858
- Companies mentioned: EternityX Marketing Technology Limited、株式会社ジェーシービー、PT. JCB International Indonesia

MicroAd has launched promotional support for Indonesian visitors to Japan using EternityX travel booking data. It has been adopted by JCB’s local subsidiary.

## Launch of “Customer Rings for Shop,” a next-generation AI customer service platform designed to improve in-store CX and maximize customer lifetime value (LTV)

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000310.000023180.html
- anchor: #n451857

Plus Alpha Consulting has released “Customer Rings for Shop,” a platform that uses AI to support customer service at brick-and-mortar stores. By integrating data and leveraging AI, it aims to bridge differences in staff skills and improve LTV.

## [Higashi-Mikawa Femtech] Address women’s concerns with Higashi-Mikawa technology! Seeking businesses and women advisors to plan and develop femtech products

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000317.000022390.html
- anchor: #n451856
- Companies mentioned: 中日新聞社、株式会社サンルイ・インターナショナル、株式会社ジョコネ。

中日新聞社が運営する「東三河フェムテック産業推進事業」が2026年度参画者を募集。地域技術と女性目線を掛け合わせた製品開発を目指す。

## [Higashi-Mikawa Femtech] Seminars to be held in Toyohashi on 6/27 (Sat.) and 7/18 (Sat.)! Don’t miss talks by experts and doctors that you can hear nowhere else

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000319.000022390.html
- anchor: #n451855
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社中日新聞社、株式会社ジョコネ、成田産婦人科、Femtech Japan

Chunichi Shimbun Co., Ltd. will hold femtech seminars in Toyohashi as part of a Higashi-Mikawa Prefectural Government project. Talks by experts will promote local industry and help address women’s health issues.

## Regional pages for the “Asset Management Navi” investment consultation site revamped | Find an IFA to consult based on your area of residence across all 47 prefectures

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000367.000055969.html
- anchor: #n451854

Advisor Navi has revamped the regional pages of its investment consultation site, “Asset Management Navi.” Users can now search for nearby IFAs in all 47 prefectures.

## Tiger Corporation: Personnel Announcement

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000397.000027804.html
- anchor: #n451853

Tiger Corporation announced a personnel change, appointing Michiaki Kono as a director effective May 21. He will be in charge of the Solutions Headquarters.

## Itandi surpasses 5,000 adopting companies and launches a special website

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000404.000014691.html
- anchor: #n451852

Itandi Inc. launched a special website on May 21, 2026, featuring actress Kyoko Yoshine as its messenger, to mark its services surpassing 5,000 adopting companies.

## [June 2, 2026 (Tuesday), 16:00, online] Seminar on intellectual property and AI legal tech

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000483.000042056.html
- anchor: #n451851

Legal Tech Inc. will hold a webinar on using its patent research platform MyTokkyo.Ai for intellectual property and R&D departments on June 2.

## [June 11 (Thursday)/Web seminar] How to build an AI agent tailored to your company with Copilot Studio (HR inquiries edition)

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000488.000031612.html
- anchor: #n451850
- Companies mentioned: アベニール・ジャパン株式会社、テクバン株式会社

Techvan and Avenir Japan will hold a web seminar on creating and operating an AI agent specialized in labor management using Copilot Studio on June 11.

## Notice of Gold Partner Agreement with 医療法人茨城不妊センター おおぬきARTクリニック水戸

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000495.000044782.html
- anchor: #n451849
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フットボールクラブ水戸ホーリーホック、医療法人茨城不妊センター おおぬきARTクリニック水戸

Mito HollyHock has signed a Gold Partner agreement with Ohnuki ART Clinic Mito, which specializes in fertility treatment. The partnership aims to revitalize the local community.

## Hitachi Vantara ranks No. 1 in sales share of Japan’s external block storage market in 2025

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000580.000067590.html
- anchor: #n451848
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社日立製作所、IDC、株式会社みずほ銀行、中国電力株式会社

日立ヴァンタラが、IDC調査により2025年の国内法人向け外付けブロックストレージ市場で売上高シェア1位を達成。高い信頼性とAI時代への対応が評価された。

## Bakuraku Invoicing launches features for replacing issued documents and managing revision histories. Follow-up, returns, and replacements after sending can all be handled in Bakuraku.

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000620.000036528.html
- anchor: #n451847

LayerX has added new features to Bakuraku Invoicing that centralize the replacement of issued documents and management of revision histories. Post-delivery corrections can now be completed within the system, reducing the workload for accounting teams.

## How widely is search used in the generative AI era? Survey on search engine use

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000659.000055900.html
- anchor: #n451846
- Companies mentioned: Google

Nile Inc. has released a survey on search engine use in the generative AI era. It found that half of people in their 20s do not use search, while search engines remain important overall for verifying the reliability of information.

## Online seminar “Japanese Language Classes in the AI Era” by Niigata University Affiliated Niigata Elementary School teacher Hiroki Nakano to be held June 10 (Wednesday)!

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000801.000099150.html
- anchor: #n451845
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NIJINN

株式会社NIJINNのオンライン教育コミュニティ「授業てらす」が、新潟大学附属新潟小学校の中野裕己教諭を招き、「AI時代の国語授業」セミナーを開催する。

## [Exclusive to ABC-Mart] More freedom, on and off the clock. PUMA “DARTER PRO 2 WIDE” campaign launches—an outstanding-value running shoe that has also won over runner Tomoharu Yamashita

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000839.000074055.html
- anchor: #n451844
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エービーシー・マート、PUMA

ABC-Mart has launched an exclusive sales campaign for PUMA’s “DARTER PRO 2 WIDE” running shoes. The shoes combine functionality and design, and a promotional video featuring recreational runner Tomoharu Yamashita has been released.

## “Sounds incredibly fascinating…!” The astonishing world history of people who believed the world was ending, a hot topic on social media, goes on sale May 22! Civilizational collapse, cults, earthquakes, epidemics, wars… The history of humanity’s obsession with “the end of the world” and “Judgment Day.”

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001247.000012754.html
- anchor: #n451843

Kawade Shobo Shinsha will publish Tom Phillips’s new book on May 22, 2026. It humorously recounts the history of humanity being swept up in apocalyptic beliefs.

## The national-defense swimmers serving in the Ground, Maritime and Air Self-Defense Forces

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001666.000026633.html
- anchor: #n451842
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社扶桑社、ロッキード・マーティン社

Fusosha has released the July issue of the Self-Defense Forces public relations magazine MAMOR. It features F-35A operating units and swimming training for Self-Defense Force personnel.

## Celebrating the release of The 6th Mini Album “Ascend-”! A ZEROBASEONE listening party featuring exclusive voice messages will be held at AWA Lounge!

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003487.000022425.html
- anchor: #n451841
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社サイバーエージェント、エイベックス・エンタテインメント株式会社、WAKEONE

AWA will hold an online listening party on May 22, 2026, to celebrate ZEROBASEONE’s new release. The event will feature exclusive voice messages and a special campaign.

## A webinar will be held on the theme “Public procurement bids in data”

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005147.000054842.html
- anchor: #n451840
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社うるる、マジセミ株式会社

株式会社うるるが、公共入札の「穴場案件」を見つけるための手法を解説するウェビナーを開催する。マジセミ株式会社と協力し、NJSSのデータを活用する。

## A webinar will be held on “For end-user companies: Password management and privileged access management—the keys to complying with the SCS Assessment System”

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005148.000054842.html
- anchor: #n451839
- Companies mentioned: テクバン株式会社、Keeper Security, Inc.、マジセミ株式会社

Techvan and Keeper Security will hold a webinar on compliance with the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry’s “SCS Assessment System.” The session will explain practical methods for password and privileged access management as measures against supply chain attacks.

## A webinar will be held on “For IT companies: Why isn’t your technical content generating sales meetings?”

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005150.000054842.html
- anchor: #n451838
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アイティベル、マジセミ株式会社

株式会社アイティベル and マジセミ株式会社 will hold a webinar for IT companies on how to create technical content that generates sales meetings.

## A webinar will be held on “Siemens Expert Talk, Part 3: How will the value of low-code and no-code change in the AI era?”

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005151.000054842.html
- anchor: #n451837
- Companies mentioned: シーメンス株式会社、NVIDIA、マジセミ株式会社

Siemens will hold a webinar on development platforms for large enterprises in the AI era. It will discuss what trustworthy enterprise AI should look like, focusing on AI transparency and controllability.

## A webinar will be held on “[Rebroadcast] 2026 Edition: Trade Shows vs. Webinars”

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005152.000054842.html
- anchor: #n451836
- Companies mentioned: マジセミ株式会社

マジセミ株式会社は、BtoBマーケティング担当者を対象に「2026年版 展示会とウェビナーの比較」ウェビナーを開催する。質の高いリード獲得を目指し、展示会とウェビナーの特性を比較・解説する。

## A webinar will be held on “[Moving beyond digitalization for its own sake] What is ‘fundamental’ asset management that leads to successful maintenance reform?”

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005153.000054842.html
- anchor: #n451835
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社東芝、マジセミ株式会社

Toshiba will hold a webinar on asset management to drive successful maintenance DX in manufacturing. It will explain strategic asset management based on ISO 55000 and introduce use cases for IBM Maximo and other solutions.

## A webinar will be held on “[Rebroadcast] [Why does quality fraud persist?] How to establish controls and traceability that “prevent falsification””

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005154.000054842.html
- anchor: #n451834
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社宇部情報システム、マジセミ株式会社

Ube Information Systems will hold a webinar on preventing quality fraud and building traceability in manufacturing. Using examples of its QC-One quality management system, it will explain how to build a reliable data management framework.

## A webinar will be held on “Why are timestamps important now? How to use timestamps to improve document reliability in the DX era”

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005155.000054842.html
- anchor: #n451833
- Companies mentioned: GMOグローバルサイン株式会社、株式会社ハイパーギア、マジセミ株式会社

GMO GlobalSign and HyperGear will jointly host a webinar on using timestamps for important documents. The session will explain how to automate measures against tampering with electronic documents.

## A webinar will be held on “Do you think Microsoft 365 is protected by its built-in features alone?”

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005156.000054842.html
- anchor: #n451832
- Companies mentioned: アクロニス・ジャパン株式会社、マジセミ株式会社

Acronis Japan and マジセミ will hold a Microsoft 365 security webinar. It will explain comprehensive measures against threats that exploit collaboration tools such as Teams and SharePoint.

## New release: “aruco Jeju Island”! The latest guide to a Korean resort packed with things you want to do—from spectacular views, cafes and markets to fan activities

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008982.000002535.html
- anchor: #n451831
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社学研ホールディングス、株式会社Gakken

Chikyu no Arukikata, part of the Gakken Group, will release a new guidebook to Jeju Island, South Korea, on May 21, 2026. In addition to nature and food, the guide expands its coverage of fan activities related to K-pop and dramas.

## A highly practical “men’s language ⇔ women’s language” dictionary by an author whose books have sold a total of 1.3 million copies: “A Guide to Rephrasing for Men and Women: Making Sure What You Want to Say Gets Across,” on sale May 21, 2026 (Thursday)

- Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000019372.000007006.html
- anchor: #n451830
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KADOKAWA、博報堂、博報堂生活総合研究所

KADOKAWA will release Tatsunari Iota’s latest book, “A Guide to Rephrasing for Men and Women,” on May 21. It uses illustrations to explain techniques for resolving communication gaps between men and women across 40 scenarios.

## Anritsu supports production expansion and stable mass production at Tamagawa Electronics Vietnam

- Published: 2026-05-21T08:57:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000325.000109169.html
- anchor: #n451909
- Companies mentioned: TAMAGAWA ELECTRONICS VIETNAM CO., LTD.

Anritsu supplied Tamagawa Electronics Vietnam with its MS2850A signal analyzer and supported the development of an automated test system. This helped the company establish a stable mass-production system for wireless communications infrastructure equipment and improve production efficiency.

## HeyKnot Co., Ltd. launches ZohoDX Navi, a media outlet for “Unlocking Business with Zoho”

- Published: 2026-05-21T08:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000161041.html
- anchor: #n451913
- Companies mentioned: ゾーホージャパン株式会社、Salesforce、HubSpot

HeyKnot Co., Ltd. has launched ZohoDX Navi, a media outlet sharing practical know-how on Zoho products.

## AI-Driven Development Certification launches, making engineers’ market value visible in the Claude Code and Cursor era

- Published: 2026-05-21T08:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000178737.html
- anchor: #n451912

The AI-Driven Development Association has begun accepting applications for the AI-Driven Development Certification, which measures practical development skills using AI tools such as Cursor, Claude Code and GitHub Copilot. Successful candidates will receive a digital certificate with a third-party verification URL. The exam costs 11,000 yen, including tax, and can be taken online at any time. It is administered by Cyber Freaks Co., Ltd.

## 100 Inc. to host a 2-part webinar series on implementing AI in HubSpot operations (June 9: introductory session; June 23: live practical session)

- Published: 2026-05-21T08:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000227.000052511.html
- anchor: #n451911

100 Inc., a HubSpot Elite partner, will host a 2-part free online webinar series on June 9 and June 23, 2026, focusing on business process automation and operational efficiency through integration of HubSpot with Claude Code, an AI coding agent.

## [Taiwan News] Plasma equipment grows more important amid demand for AI semiconductors, with 4 Taiwanese companies focusing on advanced packaging <Wise Machinery Industry Journal, Week 3 of May 2026 issue published>

- Published: 2026-05-21T08:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000346.000059899.html
- anchor: #n451910

Wise Consulting Group has published the Week 3 of May 2026 issue of Wise Machinery Industry Journal, a magazine specializing in Taiwan’s machinery industry. It reports on strong performance among 16 Taiwanese semiconductor-related companies amid AI demand; moves by 4 Taiwanese companies focusing on plasma equipment for advanced packaging; the case of 敘豊企業, which has joined Nvidia’s supply chain; and equipment makers strengthening information security to target demand in China.

## Making hiring a management agenda item: TalentX launches a new HRzine series, “TalentX’s Takashi Suzuki Talks Talent Acquisition”

- Published: 2026-05-21T08:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000257.000036924.html
- anchor: #n451800
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社翔泳社

TalentX has launched an interview series on talent acquisition on HRzine, promoting hiring practices as a management strategy.

## 合同会社MiX adopts Invoice Management Robot and Accounts Receivable Collection Robot

- Published: 2026-05-21T08:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000465.000001047.html
- anchor: #n451799
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ROBOT PAYMENT、合同会社MiX

合同会社MiX has adopted ROBOT PAYMENT’s billing and accounts receivable management systems. The move aims to streamline administrative work as its leasing business expands while maintaining its “omotenashi” hospitality for customers.

## In the AI era, make time to protect our humanity amid days of constant thinking. Self-reflection app Moon&Me launches

- Published: 2026-05-21T08:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000058166.html
- anchor: #n451811

HYMY Inc. has launched Moon&Me, a reflection app for self-dialogue guided by the rhythms of the moon. It focuses on providing time for self-observation in the AI era.

## Enjoy pâtisserie-style shaved ice in summer 2026 at Yamato Kori, the must-visit shaved ice shop with roots in a Western-style confectionery store.

- Published: 2026-05-21T08:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000084771.html
- anchor: #n451810
- Companies mentioned: シェ・ナカツカ

Yamato Kori, a shaved ice specialty shop in Minoh, Osaka, has announced its limited-time summer 2026 menu. It will serve inventive shaved ice creations drawing on pâtisserie techniques and will also offer initiatives to mark its 5th anniversary.

## StartupMarket 2026 opens reservations for VC tours, unveiling 12 slots where co-hosting VCs will personally introduce investment prospects they are watching

- Published: 2026-05-21T08:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000153098.html
- anchor: #n451809
- Companies mentioned: ANOBAKA、サイバーエージェントキャピタル、ジェネシア・ベンチャーズ、Headline Japan、mint、W fund、TeamMake Capital

Reservations have opened for VC tours at StartupMarket 2026, hosted by 7 venture capital firms. The tours offer an opportunity to learn about startups from an investor’s perspective.

## Notice of the establishment of electrical contractor Enelcon

- Published: 2026-05-21T08:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000037.000119653.html
- anchor: #n451808
- Companies mentioned: Eneliver株式会社、Enelcon株式会社

Eneliver has established Enelcon, an electrical contracting subsidiary specializing in decarbonization. Its integrated structure will accelerate the development of EV charging and renewable energy infrastructure.

## CPU board featuring Intel® Panther Lake Core Ultra X7 358H/ 7 356H/ 5 325 processors, UP Xtreme PTL, now on sale! AAEON Technology Co., Ltd.

- Published: 2026-05-21T08:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000050.000055195.html
- anchor: #n451807
- Companies mentioned: Intel、NVIDIA

AAEON Technology has launched the UP Xtreme PTL, an industrial CPU board featuring the latest Intel Panther Lake-generation processors. Its built-in NPU enhances AI capabilities, and it offers a wide range of interfaces.

## [Ayaka Ohashi Oneman Live “Fiesta”] Send Oshi Message®︎ to Ayaka Ohashi! Applications open May 20

- Published: 2026-05-21T08:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000060.000034238.html
- anchor: #n451806
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社IW、株式会社ホリプロインターナショナル

Sannen Japan (株式会社IW) is running the Oshi Message initiative at Ayaka Ohashi’s live show “Fiesta,” delivering messages of support from fans. Applications open May 20, with fans’ messages to be delivered directly through venue signage and a digital book.

## Genero Inc. to sponsor and exhibit at Atlassian event Team on Tour Tokyo 2026 as a Gold Sponsor

- Published: 2026-05-21T08:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000128.000029198.html
- anchor: #n451805
- Companies mentioned: アトラシアン株式会社

Genero Inc. will sponsor Atlassian’s major event Team on Tour Tokyo 2026 as a Gold Sponsor. It will showcase services that support the use of AI.

## Fully waterproof construction and a comfortable 2-layer design deliver exceptional hygiene and comfort. The Well Doctor Mattress, developed from real-world feedback from care facilities, is now available in a new size designed to fit care beds.

- Published: 2026-05-21T08:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000250.000051129.html
- anchor: #n451804

Emoor Co., Ltd. has launched a new size of the Well Doctor Mattress, a high-performance mattress developed in response to feedback from care facilities. Its fully waterproof design and 2-layer construction combine hygiene with sleeping comfort.

## [For HR and overseas business divisions] The state of employees assigned overseas, viewed through the numbers: 2026 edition | Free report now available

- Published: 2026-05-21T08:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000556.000077877.html
- anchor: #n451803

Insight Academy has released its report “The State of Employees Assigned Overseas: 2026 Edition” for free. It uses statistical data to highlight employees’ characteristics, salaries and challenges.