AI News 180m Report｜2026-05-31 21:00–24:00 JST｜Page 10 of 22https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 1200 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 943 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en “7th Tokyo Senior Business Grand Prix 2026,” a business plan contest exclusively for people aged 55 and over, supports entrepreneurship among older adults; grand prize of 100万円https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n573011https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n573011Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Tokyo Metropolitan Government is holding a business plan contest to support entrepreneurs aged 55 and over. ジャグー、楽天市場50店舗以上の売上データを分析、年間売上の7割以上をイベント期間に創出、大型イベント時は平常時と比べ売上が最大5倍超えhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n573010https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n573010Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESジャグー株式会社が楽天市場の売上構造に関する調査レポートを公開。イベント期間の売上依存度と平常期強化の重要性を分析。 Senken Shimbun, a trade newspaper for the textile and fashion business industries, announces the 9th Fashion EC Awards and holds a commemorative lecture.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n573009https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n573009Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES繊研新聞社が第9回ファッションECアワードの受賞者を発表し、記念講演「ファッションECサミット」を2026年6月25日に開催する。エクセレント賞にはアンドエスティ、パルクローゼット、ユニクロ、ビームスが選ばれ、サポート賞ではvisumoが殿堂入りした。サミットでは受賞企業が最新のEC戦略について講演する。 EC site-building service イージーマイショップ reaches annual transaction volume of 12.8 billion yenhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n573008https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n573008Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESイージーマイショップ, an EC site-building service provided by システムリサーチ, recorded annual transaction volume of 12.8 billion yen in fiscal 2025, marking 9 consecutive years of 2-digit growth. 千葉科学大学、入学検定料を大幅減額 「学びたい」「挑戦したい」気持ちを後押しする新たな入試制度へhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n573007https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n573007Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES千葉科学大学が入学検定料を大幅減額。 Self-care brand yuwel launches summer-only herbal tea “seseragu” on Wednesday, May 27https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n573006https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n573006Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESyuwel launches summer limited herbal tea 'seseragu' on May 27, 2026, featuring a new tea bag format. “Honkaku Shochu Aisome” and “Japanese craft Gin MASAHARU” win gold awards at Kura Master 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n573005https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n573005Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESYamaya Distillery’s “Honkaku Shochu Aisome” and “Japanese craft Gin MASAHARU” won gold awards at Kura Master 2026. The globally popular Cricut Joy Xtra™, a model compatible with full-size A4, finally launches in Japan!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n573004https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n573004Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESCricut launches its compact A4-compatible cutting machine 'Cricut Joy Xtra' in Japan, targeting the growing DIY and small business market. NEXTES becomes the first in Japan to receive KHK certification for a battery packhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n573003https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n573003Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESNEXTES became the first in Japan to receive KHK fire-resistance certification for a battery pack, easing fire code restrictions and improving installation efficiency. “An era when older adults enjoy online chats before bed”: Online community with participants in their 90s shifts from daytime to evening sessions. More people are joining YORUKAI (夜会) to enjoy evening chats over tea or drinks.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n573002https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n573002Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESNPO法人日本シニアデジタルサポート協会 is shifting its online gatherings for older adults to the evening, promoting relief from loneliness and interaction across generations. 株式会社チノー will collaborate with 株式会社小野測器 in the thermal management systems business.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n573001https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n573001Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESChino and Ono Sokki jointly develop “Thermal-VRS,” a thermal management testing system for electric vehicles. “Waiting until something happens is too late!” Seminar in Kyoto considers executive health and business continuity, featuring a physician’s talk and “health checkups for the president and company”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n573000https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n573000Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES京都商工会議所が経営者の健康と事業承継に関するセミナーを開催。 [New release] Firmflex posture-support cushion: Make sitting at home more comfortable! Rakuten Ichiba store now openhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572999https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572999Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESFirmflex launches an ergonomic 'Level-Up Cushion' developed with neurosurgeons to reduce neck and shoulder strain, supported by EMG test results and a Rakuten store launch campaign. Medical video streaming service “Medical*Online Video” begins offering surgical explainer videos! The first release features 5 videos in the upper gastrointestinal field.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572998https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572998Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社メテオ has begun offering surgical explainer videos on its medical video streaming service “Medical*Online Video.” Madoki Yamasaki (F.I.B JOURNAL) releases a track with Little Woody / Ordinary Folk Records・fooophttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572997https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572997Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESMadoki Yamasaki (F.I.B JOURNAL) and Little Woody release a new collaborative track 'Philosophie de la vie' on May 27. Okamura Teinei releases new song “The Broadcasting Committee Chair’s Love” on May 27. A runaway romantic comedy song depicting the futile efforts of those who want to deliver music.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572996https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572996Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESSinger-songwriter Okamura Teinei will release the new song “The Broadcasting Committee Chair’s Love” on May 27 and also unveil its animated music video that day. A Father’s Day gift offering an “exceptional shave”: Skull Shaver, an electric shaver designed for shaved heads, holds a Father’s Day salehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572995https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572995Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Bliss is holding a limited-time Father’s Day sale for Skull Shaver. 小野測器、熱マネジメントシステム開発において、株式会社チノーと協業を開始／計測及びシミュレーション技術で電動モビリティ開発に貢献https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572994https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572994Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES小野測器 and チノー jointly develop “Thermal-VRS,” a thermal management testing system for electric vehicles. [High Point Market Visit Report] Visual Comfort, one of the 3 major luxury lighting brands in the United States, now available at preferential prices. Orders and quote requests acceptedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572993https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572993Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESEL JEWEL partners with Visual Comfort & Co. to import premium US lighting at competitive prices. Kinrei completes publication of all 50 articles in “Discover the Stories Behind 50,” a multifaceted series on its 50th anniversary special websitehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572992https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572992Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESKinrei has completed publication of all 50 articles in its 50th anniversary series. [Gangnam PLAN;S CLINIC] June 2026 offering | Body contouring and lifting program informationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572991https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572991Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESSouth Korea’s PLAN;S CLINIC announces its June aesthetic medicine program. 《その症状…〇〇が原因かも？》全国30〜50代男女550人に調査！】ストレス・生活習慣・自律神経の乱れによる身体の不調の実態とは 〜ときわ台ときわ通りクリニック調べhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572990https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572990Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESA survey of 550 men and women aged 30–50 conducted by ときわ台ときわ通りクリニック found that around 70% experience everyday ailments related to stress or disrupted lifestyle habits. The main symptoms are irritability and chronic fatigue, but around 40% endure them without taking action. The clinic notes that autonomic nervous system imbalances may be a cause and encourages people to seek advice early. ARKグループ establishes new company “ARK BloomTech株式会社” to connect consulting with AI-powered developmenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572989https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572989Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESARKグループ has established a new company, “ARK BloomTech,” specializing in SAP development and AI applications. Blossom Energy raises a total of 300 million yenhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572988https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572988Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESBlossom Energy raises 300 million JPY in funding to scale production of their graphite thermal energy storage boilers. 株式会社ニッコー's official LINE account surpasses 300,000 friends! Moving toward becoming one of Japan's largest factory staffing serviceshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572987https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572987Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe number of registered users of 株式会社ニッコー's official LINE account has surpassed 300,000. Cognizant announces the launch of “Cognizant Secure AI Services,” which helps companies safely scale agentic systemshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572986https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572986Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESCognizant announces a new service, “Cognizant Secure AI Services,” to help safely scale AI agents. Inheritance “family meetings”: Nearly 80% say they were effective, while only 15.7% held them before death. 弁護士法人 東京新宿法律事務所 conducted a survey on inheritance family meetings among people aged 45 to 70https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572985https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572985Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESA survey of 300 people aged 45 to 70 conducted by 弁護士法人 東京新宿法律事務所 found that nearly 80% of those who had held a family meeting about inheritance experienced some kind of benefit. The most frequently cited benefit was “smoother inheritance procedures.” However, most meetings took place “after the inheritance arose,” and only 15.7% were held before death, highlighting challenges in communicating in advance. The survey suggests that making assets visible and deciding on a policy that also considers the burden after inheritance can lead to more productive meetings. 株式会社サンクチュアリゴルフ to fully roll out e-gift servicehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572984https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572984Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社サンクチュアリゴルフ fully launches an e-gift service for indoor golf aimed at beginners and steps up recruitment of franchise owners nationwide. Voigtländer to launch a medium-telephoto lens on May 27 that combines the high performance of an APO design with compactness comparable to a standard lens <Cosina>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572983https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572983Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESCosina will launch the new Voigtländer-branded “APO-SKOPAR 75mm F2.8 VM” on May 27, 2026. The medium-telephoto lens combines high performance with a compact design. Eclasia opens “Well Sunrise Kashiwa,” Chiba Prefecture’s first group home with daytime service supporthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572982https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572982Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社エクラシア opens the group home “Well Sunrise Kashiwa” in Kashiwa, Chiba Prefecture, on June 1. Rental referral service “Tadasumu” to launch first in central Osaka on June 1, 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572981https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572981Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社タダスム launches its rental referral service “Tadasumu” in central Osaka. Residential paid nursing home and day service “Eclasia Sagamihara Fuchinobe” opens in Kanagawa Prefecturehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572980https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572980Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社エクラシア opens “Eclasia Sagamihara Fuchinobe” in Sagamihara, Kanagawa Prefecture, on June 1. [Held May 28] Seminar on using psychology and email newsletters to boost reader engagement [株式会社コンビーズ]https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572979https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572979Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社コンビーズ will hold an email newsletter improvement seminar on May 28. Developed a “Tunnel Face Pressure Control Support System” that uses AI to predict pressure at the tunnel face in shield tunneling 10 seconds aheadhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572978https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572978Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESMaeda Corporation has developed an AI-powered system to support tunnel face pressure control in shield tunneling. How are consumers beginning to choose “sustainable” products? Nearly half of young people say “sustainable clothes are fashionable”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572977https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572977Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESItochu Fashion System and others release findings from a survey on attitudes toward fashion and sustainability. CAST signs an MoU on a strategic partnership with Indonesia’s National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572976https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572976Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESCAST signs MoU with Indonesia's BRIN to conduct PoC for pipe monitoring technology. 住友商事のCVCが、ヒューマノイドAIロボットの開発を行う株式会社アトム社へ出資https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572975https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572975Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES住商ベンチャー・パートナーズ invests in Atom, which develops humanoid robots. Generative AI Course, 4th installment: “Copilot × Microsoft 365 Usage Course” launches! First session offered free to the first 1,000 participantshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572974https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572974Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESビズアップ総研 launches a Copilot course, offering the first session free to the first 1,000 participants. 【集客支援】メール配信・メルマガ運用について相談できる「コンビーズのオンライン相談」が開始https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572973https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572973Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESコンビーズ launches free online consultations on email distribution. Professional-grade deodorizing and disinfecting power for the home. Vitamin-based photocatalyst disinfectant and deodorizer “Pikyamin HOME” to go on sale at Amazon.co.jp on May 28, 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572972https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572972Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESユシロ launches its household disinfectant and deodorizer “Pikyamin HOME” on Amazon. [Departing from Tokyo; June 13 only] Free Boso day-trip bus tour! Visit a lab and compare 9 model homes! Includes lunch and souvenirshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572971https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572971Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESou2株式会社が運営するクレバリーホーム城東店が、2026年6月13日に千葉県君津市の住宅展示場を巡る無料バスツアーを開催する。 [Event report published] How can internal audit become a strategic partner to the CFO? DataSnipper organizes the key points from a practical perspectivehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572970https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572970Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESDataSnipper B.V. published an event report on how internal audit departments can become strategic partners to the CFO. Mainmark’s “Terratec Method” registered as a new technology by the Tokyo Metropolitan Governmenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572969https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572969Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESMainmark’s “Terratec Method” has been registered as a new technology by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, with expectations that it will improve the efficiency of infrastructure maintenance. Green innovation fully rolls out the “GX Expert Certification Level 3” to develop GX talenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572968https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572968Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESGreen innovation is fully rolling out the “GX Expert Certification Level 3” to promote the development of GX talent. Services and information from partner companies now featured on “Hibinoe”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572967https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572967Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESEisai’s app “Hibinoe” partners with 6 companies and begins introducing services that help address challenges in family life. Hakuo Robotics signs strategic sales agency agreement with specialist trading company Yamazen TFS Branch, stepping up proposals to automate forklift operations at manufacturing and logistics siteshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572966https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572966Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESHakuo Robotics partners with Yamazen TFS Branch to step up sales of its “AutoFork” autonomous forklift. Clinical Organizational Science (COS) and implementation science: Differences from and complementarity with CFIRhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572965https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572965Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社DroR publishes a paper on Clinical Organizational Science (COS) in Frontiers in Psychology, outlining its complementarity with the implementation science framework CFIR. [La CASTA] A refreshing summer-only experience! “Icy Aroma” series to go on sale in limited quantities from May 27 (Wed.)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572964https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572964Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESLa CASTA will launch its summer-only “Icy Aroma” series on May 27. Before summer peaks, teach children “knowledge to prevent drowning”: “オボレナイスクーール！” water accident prevention program for children to be held in Tokyo for the first timehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572963https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572963Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESNPO法人AQUAkids safety project will hold its water accident prevention program for children, “オボレナイスクーール！,” in Tokyo for the first time. Representatives at growing partner companies make full use of MDF and thank their manufacturers’ supervisors | Sai-ryu surveys 400 peoplehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572962https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572962Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESSai-ryu conducted a survey on loyalty programs in partner businesses, identifying MDF use and expressing gratitude to supervisors as key factors in growth. [Survey of 178 people in Hokkaido] 92.1% of residents say winter utility bills are “already unbearable,” but only 14.0% have taken steps to review themhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572961https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572961Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESA survey of 178 Hokkaido residents conducted by エリスグッド, a media outlet operated by 株式会社スタークラフト, found that 92.1% feel their winter utility bills are a “heavy burden.” However, only 14.0% had actually reconsidered their electricity provider, revealing that many people are putting up with the costs in an effort to save. Psychological barriers to switching included uncertainty about whether it would really save money and the hassle of the process. The findings showed that many consumers are unable to take action despite potential annual savings of about 20,000 yen from switching to a new power provider. Notice of exhibiting at Interop Tokyo 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572960https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572960Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESSynology Japan and ASK Corp. will exhibit at Interop Tokyo 2026, showcasing data management, protection, and surveillance solutions, including the new PAS7700 storage system. Survey of 324 people in the TEPCO service area: 84.8% want to lower their electricity bills, but only 6.7% compared providershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572959https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572959Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESAnnouncement of survey findings on attitudes toward reviewing electricity and gas plans in the TEPCO service area. A new shade arrives in the popular GENBA Liquid Cheek, supervised by leading K-pop makeup artist Dasom: “Sunshine Girl,” a soft summer beige that melts seamlessly into the skinhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572958https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572958Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESNew shades of liquid cheek color launched under the Pyt brand. Online seminar on “pre-deal strategy” to improve the quality of M&Ahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572957https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572957Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESOnline seminar to be held on M&A pre-deal strategy. Set a world record with your beloved dog. London Dog Festa 2026 in Tokyo Big Sight opens registration for dogs to take part in a Guinness World Records challenge, aiming for the “most dogs to sit in 1 hour.”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572956https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572956Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社東京DOGS has opened registration for dogs to take part in a Guinness World Records challenge at an event in June 2026. Royal Canin launches “Start of Life Campaign” to support healthy growth in kittenshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572955https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572955Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESロイヤルカナン ジャポン is running a campaign to support kittens’ healthy growth and will distribute gift boxes to 10,000 people. ナチュラルスマイルピザ to run its “Meat Day Exclusive: 1.5 Times the Barbecue Meat” campaign from May 28 (Thu.) through May 30 (Sat.)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572954https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572954Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESナチュラルスマイルピザ is running a Meat Day campaign at 3 locations only, increasing the amount of beef short plate by 1.5 times. Launch of an aggregation service bundling low-voltage grid-connected battery storage facilitieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572953https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572953Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESSassor has launched an aggregation service for low-voltage battery storage facilities, supporting their market operation. “All Time Rental Car,” a car-sharing-style rental service available 24 hours a day, opens a station in the Shimbashi-Shiodome areahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572952https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572952Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESAll Time Rental Car has opened a new station in the Shimbashi area as it expands its network. 【CARE PRO】Holding its first POP UP at SPOT, Kirei Terrace, 3rd floor, ジェイアール京都伊勢丹https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572951https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572951Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESProfessional beauty brand “CARE PRO” will hold its first experiential POP UP store at ジェイアール京都伊勢丹 from June 3 to 9, 2026. Its flagship products “CARE PRO DEEP” and “CARE PRO SWaSH” will be displayed and sold, alongside buyer benefits and a scalp-check experience event. 【e.m.】 to exhibit again this year at “COUTURE,” an international jewelry show in Las Vegas, U.S.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572950https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572950Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESJewelry brand e.m. will exhibit at the COUTURE international show in Las Vegas. 【A yakiniku restaurant takes on the Reiwa-era rice crisis in earnest】30 people plant rice for Yakiniku Kojima’s freshly cooked silver rice. The “Kojima Rice” project kicks off!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572949https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572949Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESYakiniku Kojima has launched a project to develop its own branded rice and held a rice-planting event. 株式会社ウィルネクスト releases free guide to using AI in recruitment communications to dramatically cut the time required to create recruitment contenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572948https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572948Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESFree release of a guide to using AI in recruitment communications. 【Seminar on 6/26】How to write an RFP to accelerate DX: Preventing system renewal from becoming “the next liability”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572947https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572947Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESSeasos is holding a logistics DX seminar. 【Survey】66.9% of inquiries concern used multifunction printers (copiers); findings show buyers prioritize maintenance, warranties and total costs over “low prices”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572946https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572946Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESA survey by OFFICE110 on consultations about purchasing used multifunction printers. Interest in used machines is high, while concerns about maintenance and total cost are pronounced. 【No more second-guessing—this is the one.】New shampoo, treatment and hair serum from SALON’S, a hair care brand that “washes with oil and restores with serum”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572945https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572945Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESB-first株式会社 has launched shampoo, treatment and hair serum under its new hair care brand “SALON’S.” Get notified when it’s the best time to use solar power and boost self-consumption! “Energy Navigation Program” launches June 1https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572944https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572944Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESauエネルギー＆ライフ has launched a program to promote self-consumption of solar power. Lively合同会社 announces it has signed the Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572943https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572943Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESLively合同会社 has signed the PRI (Principles for Responsible Investment). 24 ICE’s new “Watermelon Mojito” flavor goes on sale sequentially from June!!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572942https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572942Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社シトラム will launch “Watermelon Mojito,” a new flavor of its frozen cocktail “24 ICE,” in June 2026. AI meeting minutes tool “Rimo Voice” launches “AI Search,” enabling cross-search of accumulated minutes in chat formathttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572941https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572941Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESRimo合同会社 has added a chat-based cross-search feature to its AI meeting minutes tool “Rimo Voice.” Mimi Beauty and Hakuhodo’s Neighborhood Marketing Research Project conduct joint survey on the realities of beauty communities — Tracing the “chain of influence” originating with the core “active beauty accounts” and strategies for each cluster —https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572940https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572940Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESBeauty media outlet “Mimi Beauty” and Hakuhodo jointly conducted a survey on the realities of beauty communities. The survey classified women interested in beauty into 5 clusters and identified a “chain of influence” through which trends spread from the core group of “active beauty accounts.” It also provided guidance for future marketing strategies. “HEREU” POP UP STORE to be held at 伊勢丹新宿店https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572939https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572939Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESHEREU will hold a POP UP STORE for its 2026SS collection at 伊勢丹新宿店. 【Japan’s first permanent store opens】Barcelona-based interior brand “LaForma” to open its first store at Shonan T-SITE on 5/30 (Sat.)!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572938https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572938Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESLaForma is opening its first permanent store in Japan at Shonan T-SITE. Cutting-edge technologies addressing labor shortages, high temperatures and labor-saving needs come together at “AGTS Agriculture Expo in Aichi,” taking place in June 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572937https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572937Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESAGTS Agriculture Expo in Aichi will be held in June 2026. 【42 Tokyo】Free summer programming camp “Discovery Piscine 2026” for high school studentshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572936https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572936Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES42 Tokyo is holding a free programming camp for high school students. 【Summer and weekends only】Rooftop bar “THE OCEAN’S BAR” opens at グランドオリエンタルみなとみらい, offering panoramic views of Minato Miraihttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572935https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572935Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社BPが運営する「グランドオリエンタルみなとみらい」は、2026年7月17日から9月12日までの週末限定で、屋上にルーフトップバー「THE OCEAN'S BAR」をオープンする。このバーはみなとみらいの絶景を一望でき、新感覚のデザートやオリジナルモクテル、記念日プラン、花火と連動した季節のイベントを提供する。 [Iizuna Kogen, Nagano City] Outdoor event OUTDOOR EXHIBITION YAMASAI 2026, connecting “town, people and nature,” to be heldhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572934https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572934Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESAnnouncement of YAMASAI 2026, an experiential outdoor event to be held in Nagano City in May 2026. Responding to inquiries about sorting through old digital cameras kept in storage for years: 買いクル札幌東店 to expand its mobile purchasing service from May 27https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572933https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572933Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES買いクル札幌東店 expands its mobile purchasing service for old digital cameras and other items. Sidas Japan launches latest soccer-specific insole model, Football 3D Premium, at select storeshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572932https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572932Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESシダスジャパン株式会社 is launching Football 3D Premium, its latest and lightest soccer-specific insole model, at select stores. Weighing approximately 37g per insole, it combines high-performance materials to improve stability during play. It comes with a 30-day comfort guarantee and has received high praise from players on the Teikyo Nagaoka High School soccer team. Renofa Yamaguchi FC and Yamaguchi City hold “Renofa Machinaka Stadium,” a sports-led community-building event involving university students and NPOs, with Future Sessions overseeing the co-creation processhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572931https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572931Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESRenofa Yamaguchi FC and Yamaguchi City partnered to hold a community-building event with support from Future Sessions. Ono Sokki to exhibit at Automotive Engineering Exposition 2026 YOKOHAMAhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572930https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572930Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESOno Sokki to exhibit at Automotive Engineering Exposition 2026. For those in their 40s and older who find close-up vision difficult: lasting comfort from the moment you put them on. New シンシアワンデー S 遠近両用 lenses with high oxygen permeabilityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572929https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572929Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社シンシアが、高酸素透過率の1日使い捨て遠近両用コンタクトレンズを2026年5月に発売。 “Silk Glow Veil UV Mist” is the new summer launch from Korean skincare brand SILCUS（シルキュアス）!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572928https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572928Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESGetsuga Seiko launches a new UV mist from SILCUS. Coupa accelerates intake (a centralized point of contact for purchase requests) and orchestration (automated coordination between relevant departments and systems) in global transactions through its acquisition of Tonkean (abridged translation)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572927https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572927Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESCoupa acquires Tonkean to enhance AI-driven intake and orchestration capabilities for autonomous spend management. A “worksite anyone can understand,” transformed by foreign engineershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572926https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572926Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESVietnamese engineer Hoang Lien Minh was recognized for his construction management work on Hashimoto-gumi’s seismic retrofitting projects and received awards including the Construction Monozukuri Award. Improvements to worksites through multilingual communication and visualization were praised. オリグレスがANA未来創造ファンドおよび三菱UFJキャピタルより資金調達を実施。推し旅・コンテンツツーリズム領域を加速https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572925https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572925Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社オリグレス raised funding from ANA未来創造ファンド and Mitsubishi UFJ Capital to strengthen its content tourism business. 川崎ブレイブサンダース主催「2025-26シーズン ファン感謝祭 supported by ロックアイス®」を5/30（土）に開催https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572924https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572924Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES小久保製氷冷蔵が川崎ブレイブサンダースのファン感謝祭に協賛し、抽選会や飲食提供でイベントを支援。 Pendo.io Japan株式会社 to hold PendomoniumX Tokyo 2026 at Kioi Conference on July 24https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572923https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572923Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESPendo.io Japan hosts 'PendomoniumX Tokyo 2026' on July 24, 2026, focusing on AI-driven decision-making and organizational transformation. 【ジュビロ磐田×エド・インター】SDGs・社会貢献プロジェクト第6弾 菊川市立総合病院へ知育玩具を寄贈https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572922https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572922Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESエド・インターがジュビロ磐田と協力し、菊川市立総合病院へ知育玩具を寄贈するSDGsプロジェクトを実施。 Subsidy Flash survey analyzes subsidies in Nagasaki Prefecture, finding that programs for businesses considering equipment replacement and facility renovations are the main focushttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572921https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572921Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESSubsidy Flash analyzed 87 subsidy programs in Nagasaki Prefecture and published trends in programs available for equipment upgrades and workforce development. Study examines citations of FCCJ press conferences in major Japanese terrestrial TV news coveragehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572920https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572920Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESFCCJ and Nihon Monitor jointly assessed the media value of press conferences, finding exposure worth approximately 23 billion yen annually. They have begun soliciting corporate sponsorships to strengthen the organization’s operating base. ルル メリーより夏のギフト需要へ向けて新商品「ショコラと岩塩のサブレ」など4商品を6月3日（水）より発売しますhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572919https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572919Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESルル メリーが夏の新商品4種を6月3日に発売。 <2026 Survey of Homebuilders> Perceived effectiveness of “referrals from acquaintances” rises 3.4 points year over year, while more homebuilders strengthen initiatives for existing customers, such as “owner events”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572918https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572918Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESBiz Creation surveyed 134 homebuilders. The findings show that customer acquisition methods focused on building relationships with existing customers, such as owner events and referrals from acquaintances, are proving more effective. [A long-lost menu item back by popular demand] Art Cafe unimocc brings back its limited-time “drinkable masterpiece,” faithfully recreating Van Gogh’s The Starry Night, from May 27!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572917https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572917Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESArt Cafe unimocc brings back its popular drink inspired by Van Gogh’s The Starry Night. It will be available for a limited time from May 27. Mediphone publishes a case study on Japan Grace’s adoption of “mediPhone” for its around-the-world cruiseshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572916https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572916Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESMediphone publishes a case study on Japan Grace’s adoption of mediPhone aboard its cruise ships. “Jitsumado” and “Hibinoe” begin collaboration, creating a pathway from everyday observations to consultations about concerns regarding the family home for parents and children living aparthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572915https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572915Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESMarks Life’s “Jitsumado” has partnered with Eisai’s “Hibinoe” to strengthen pathways for consultations about the family home. 株式会社ファンコミュニケーションズ cuts unnecessary licenses for a particular service by 50% with “Josys,” shifting corporate IT from a reactive to a proactive approachhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572914https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572914Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESFan Communications cut SaaS licenses by 50% after adopting “Josys,” streamlining IT operations. 東京海上日動火災保険株式会社約40,000名規模の社内情報配信基盤を「ニューコミュニケーター」へ統合― 社内周知を“実行保証”するプラットフォーム刷新、安全かつ安定した配信を実現 ―https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572913https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572913Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社コミュニティオ’s internal information distribution platform “New Communicator” has been adopted by Tokio Marine & Nichido Fire Insurance. It consolidates distribution for approximately 40,000 employees, strengthening immediacy and management efficiency. [PIERRE HARDY] Capsule collection redefining the ALPHA sneaker, the brand’s original signature, to launch on June 1https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572912https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p10.html#n572912Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESPIERRE HARDY releases 'ALPHA' capsule collection on June 1, 2026.