# AI News 180m Report｜2026-06-15 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 5 of 5

One place for news and notices from 1 countries/regions: Japan, 436 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## “Sukesan Onigiri 100-Yen Campaign” runs from 6/18 to 7/1! 4 kinds of onigiri from Sukesan Udon will be available for 100 yen during the campaign!

- Published: 2026-06-15T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000360.000037031.html
- anchor: #n997639

Sukesan Udon is holding its “Sukesan Onigiri 100-Yen Campaign” from June 18 to July 1. 4 kinds of onigiri will be priced at 100 yen, including tax.

## Say goodbye to the hassle of headphone cables! Launch of the “OVER TIME® Bluetooth-equipped 10.1-inch Portable DVD Player”

- Published: 2026-06-15T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000392.000010374.html
- anchor: #n997638

Diamond Head Co., Ltd. has launched a Bluetooth-compatible portable DVD player. It does away with the hassle of cables and promises a better viewing experience on the go.

## Do you know where your poop goes? A new poop-themed learning book teaches about septic tanks, a water infrastructure system alongside sewers

- Published: 2026-06-15T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000441.000003336.html
- anchor: #n997637
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ダイキアクシス

Bunkyosha and Daiki Axis have jointly created “Unko Drill: Septic Tanks,” an educational booklet that helps children learn about the role of septic tanks in an engaging way. It aims to promote water-environment education and is scheduled for distribution to elementary schools nationwide.

## Cluster’s “Bakuso Club Portable LBE Edition,” co-created with トヨタ自動車株式会社, named a finalist for the “2026 Auggie Awards,” one of the world’s largest XR awards

- Published: 2026-06-15T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000446.000017626.html
- anchor: #n997636
- Companies mentioned: トヨタ自動車株式会社

The XR experience “Bakuso Club Portable LBE Edition,” co-created by Cluster and Toyota, has been named a finalist for the “Auggie Awards 2026,” one of the world’s largest XR awards. The team expressed gratitude to fans who helped with voting, while the project’s potential for global expansion is drawing attention.

## Sanko begins domestic distribution of PHYSCE, a brand of charging gadgets, and launches the “PHYSCE RGB Eco Fast Charger 140W model”

- Published: 2026-06-15T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000468.000111905.html
- anchor: #n997635
- Companies mentioned: FaceSec Japan株式会社

Starting June 12, Sanko will begin domestic distribution of the PHYSCE charger brand and launch an RGB eco fast charger supporting 140W. It features proprietary technology designed to protect battery life, reflecting the company’s focus on the B2C market.

## Techvan opens Nagoya office to expand its business in the Chubu region

- Published: 2026-06-15T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000494.000031612.html
- anchor: #n997634

Techvan will open a Nagoya office in June 2026 to strengthen DX support in the Chubu region. It aims to enhance customer value through a locally rooted operating structure.

## Podcast “Hit no Rojiura by Nikkei MJ” launches

- Published: 2026-06-15T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000645.000011115.html
- anchor: #n997633

Nikkei Inc. has launched the podcast “Hit no Rojiura by Nikkei MJ.” An audio edition of a media outlet specializing in consumer trends and marketing, it features reporters explaining the stories behind trends.

## [Joint Research] Paper on “Turnover Intentions Among Young Full-Time Employees,” jointly researched with 文教大学, published in the academic journal “Global Business Journal”

- Published: 2026-06-15T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000654.000018991.html
- anchor: #n997632
- Companies mentioned: 文教大学

A joint research paper by Asmark and 文教大学 has been published in “Global Business Journal,” presenting findings on turnover intentions and reskilling needs among young full-time employees.

## [La‧Ohana] Raise a glass to Hawaiian cuisine! KONA beer campaign runs through 7/14! Enjoy the perfect pairing of “Hawaiian loco food” and “KONA beer” and get some merchandise!

- Published: 2026-06-15T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000657.000017486.html
- anchor: #n997631
- Companies mentioned: KONA BEER

Hawaiian dining restaurant La Ohana is teaming up with KONA beer for a campaign running from June 15 to July 14, 2026. Customers who place an order will receive an original postcard, and KONA merchandise will be awarded by lottery.

## The difference between “developing a growth strategy without fearing risk” and “making money by ignoring risks and breaking the law”: New lecture program, “Keys to Surviving an AI Society and a Society with Governance Failures: Ways of Living and Working That Harness Human Qualities and AI in a Healthy Way”

- Published: 2026-06-15T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000666.000025058.html
- anchor: #n997630

The Japan Management Research Institute has announced a new lecture program addressing challenges posed by AI and governance. Tomonori Tomura, a former UN specialist, will lead the lectures to promote the healthy use of AI by businesses and society.

## [Somu no nakama] Special event “Somu no nakama Offline Meetup” to be held at “General Affairs, HR and Accounting Week” at Tokyo Big Sight on 6/18 (Thu.)

- Published: 2026-06-15T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000675.000016549.html
- anchor: #n997629
- Companies mentioned: RX Japan株式会社

“Somu no nakama” will hold a special offline meetup at Tokyo Big Sight on June 18, 2026. The networking event will enable general affairs staff to share ideas from their companies and expand their professional networks.

## Shizuoka Prefecture offers free support with the launch of its [Foreign Talent Recruitment Consultation Desk].

- Published: 2026-06-15T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000725.000079445.html
- anchor: #n997628
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社パソナ

Shizuoka Prefecture has established a free consultation desk to help businesses in the prefecture recruit and retain foreign talent. Experts will provide consultations, seminars and Japanese-language classes to promote multicultural coexistence.

## Rakuten Payment partners with Seven Star, which operates supermarkets mainly in Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture, on the Rakuten Point Card

- Published: 2026-06-15T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000753.000057042.html
- anchor: #n997627
- Companies mentioned: 楽天Edy株式会社

Rakuten Payment and Seven Star have partnered on the Rakuten Point Card. The card will be accepted at all stores starting in fall 2026, with improved convenience through point rewards and the introduction of a new card.

## A healthcare seminar on femcare as a wellness-aging practice was held for Q'SAI employees

- Published: 2026-06-15T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000802.000014333.html
- anchor: #n997626
- Companies mentioned: 小田急電鉄、TBS厚生会、大成建設、NTT、講談社、神奈川県横須賀市、東京都世田谷区、広島県三原市、群馬県邑楽町、茨城県、奈良県、山梨県

Q'SAI held a health seminar on menstruation and menopause for all employees. Famione took part as the instructor, helping promote understanding of wellness aging.

## [ABC-MART] [Bridging the gap in Father’s Day gifts] What fathers really want is appreciation: New shoes featuring “less fatigue” and “recovery” are rapidly growing in popularity

- Published: 2026-06-15T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000862.000074055.html
- anchor: #n997625
- Companies mentioned: ABC-MART、New Balance、SKECHERS、adidas、COLE HAAN、TEVA、NIKE

ABC-MART is stepping up sales of new shoes emphasizing “less fatigue” and “recovery” as Father’s Day gifts. A survey revealed a gap between gift-givers and recipients, and products that are functional and express appreciation are proving popular.

## My heart, too, was stolen by the lying emperor—. “I Picked Up an Emperor and Got Scammed into Marriage” starts exclusive streaming on 6/15 (Mon.)

- Published: 2026-06-15T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000895.000003707.html
- anchor: #n997624
- Companies mentioned: SUPERCOMIX STUDIO

Piccoma will launch exclusive streaming of the new SMARTOON “I Picked Up an Emperor and Got Scammed into Marriage” on June 15, 2026. A romance fantasy produced by SUPERCOMIX STUDIO of South Korea.

## “ReFa Collection” Part 2: “ReFa CRYSTAL EDO KIRIKO” launches June 17, 2026 (Wed.) at ReFa GINZA​

- Published: 2026-06-15T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000979.000029736.html
- anchor: #n997623
- Companies mentioned: カガミクリスタル

ReFa will launch “ReFa CRYSTAL EDO KIRIKO,” a luxury glass created in collaboration with traditional Edo Kiriko glassmaking, in June 2026. The product offers a new experience that transforms everyday drinking into a beautiful moment and expands the brand’s value.

## 【時間無制限‼ハーゲンダッツ食べ放題‼】7/8迄！『ニラックスブッフェ』4店舗にてバニラ・ストロベリーの「ハーゲンダッツ アイスクリーム」が食べ放題で堪能できる『ハーゲンダッツ 満喫コース』が新登場！

- Published: 2026-06-15T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001167.000033462.html
- anchor: #n997622
- Companies mentioned: ハーゲンダッツ、ニラックス株式会社

ニラックスブッフェが4店舗で2026年6月18日から7月8日まで、ハーゲンダッツのバニラ・ストロベリー味アイスを時間無制限で提供する新コースを発表。スイーツ好きに訴求する強化施策。

## 【Italian Resort Peltica Toda-Koen】Get 10% OFF when you book an early lunch online! You’ll also receive a coupon to use on your next visit! Take this opportunity to enjoy satisfying Italian cuisine that delights the senses in a soothing setting!

- Published: 2026-06-15T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001169.000033462.html
- anchor: #n997621
- Companies mentioned: ニラックス株式会社

Italian Resort Peltica Toda-Koen is offering 10% OFF on online early-lunch bookings from Monday to Thursday, from June 15 to July 9, 2026, plus a coupon for a future visit. Guests can enjoy authentic Italian cuisine in a soothing setting.

## 【Italian Resort Peltica】A refreshing new menu♪ Enjoy luxurious, fresh genovese and colorful summer vegetables♪ Savor 2 refined varieties of “chilled capellini” that delight the senses, available for a limited time.

- Published: 2026-06-15T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001170.000033462.html
- anchor: #n997620
- Companies mentioned: ニラックス株式会社

Italian restaurant “Peltica” will offer 2 varieties of refreshing chilled capellini for a limited time starting June 18, 2026. The summer flavors are served in a resort setting that delights the senses.

## 【Feel like you’re on a trip to Hawaii with an all-you-can-eat buffet‼】Enjoy a lineup of tropical dishes, including tropical-style grilled hamburg steak and Hawaiian loco keema curry! The “Hawaii & Tropical Gourmet Fair” is now underway at “NILAX BUFFET”!

- Published: 2026-06-15T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001171.000033462.html
- anchor: #n997619

NILAX will hold its “Hawaii & Tropical Gourmet Fair” at buffet locations nationwide from June 18 to September 16, 2026. The fair features limited-time dishes that bring a taste of the tropics and aims to boost summer traffic.

## Surrounded by nature just 90 minutes from central Tokyo, unwind after meetings with a BBQ or sauna. “Outdoor Corporate Retreats” are now available at COMORIVER (Komoriba)

- Published: 2026-06-15T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001406.000034897.html
- anchor: #n997618
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ONDOホールディングス、株式会社Kii company、株式会社さかなと、株式会社埼玉武蔵ヒートベアーズ

Komoriba offers “Outdoor Corporate Retreats” in a natural setting just 90 minutes from central Tokyo. Combining meetings with BBQs and saunas, the retreats support team building.

## Nano Universe presents its carefully selected “CASIO SUMMER WATCH COLLECTION”! A lineup of digital watches to brighten up summer styles, including the popular “cheap Casio” watches

- Published: 2026-06-15T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001453.000009786.html
- anchor: #n997617

Nano Universe will hold the “CASIO SUMMER WATCH COLLECTION” for a limited time in June 2026. Featuring 11 models, including the popular “cheap Casio” watches, the collection offers expanded summer fashion options.

## A webinar will be held on the theme “【Rebroadcast】How can you meet additional requirements for your company portal, such as customizing standard features and integrating AI tools?”

- Published: 2026-06-15T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005299.000054842.html
- anchor: #n997616
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オキシゲンデザイン、マジセミ株式会社

Oxygen Design and Majisemi are rebroadcasting a webinar on the customization of company portals and AI integration. The session explains how Liferay DXP can help improve operational efficiency.

## A webinar will be held on the theme “【Rebroadcast】Fujitsu is exiting the mainframe business—what should small and midsize users do?”

- Published: 2026-06-15T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005300.000054842.html
- anchor: #n997615
- Companies mentioned: コシキ・バリューハブ株式会社、ビズブースト株式会社、マジセミ株式会社

Following the end of support for Fujitsu mainframes, a webinar supporting migration strategies for small and midsize businesses is being rebroadcast. It explains how to compare rehosting, rewriting and rebuilding, and offers guidance to help move stalled evaluations forward.

## A webinar will be held on the theme “【For end users】New options for generative AI in the era of sovereign AI”

- Published: 2026-06-15T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005301.000054842.html
- anchor: #n997614
- Companies mentioned: SB C&S株式会社、キヤノンITソリューションズ株式会社、日本AMD株式会社、マジセミ株式会社

SB C&S, Canon IT Solutions and AMD Japan will hold a webinar on on-premises generative AI using “GBase OnPrem,” aimed at companies that prioritize data sovereignty. The session will focus on balancing security and ease of use.

## A webinar will be held on the theme “【Rebroadcast】An incident occurred at a contractor—how can you prevent files you shared from being leaked?”

- Published: 2026-06-15T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005302.000054842.html
- anchor: #n997613
- Companies mentioned: イセトー

DataClasys and Majisemi are rebroadcasting a webinar on preventing information leaks at contractors. The session introduces measures using the “DataClasys” file encryption technology to maintain control after files are sent. It is aimed at IT and security personnel.

## A webinar will be held on the theme “What makes a systems development company stand out in the AI era?”

- Published: 2026-06-15T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005304.000054842.html
- anchor: #n997612
- Companies mentioned: マジックソフトウェア・ジャパン株式会社、マジセミ株式会社

Magic Software Japan and Majisemi will hold a webinar on differentiation strategies in the AI era. The session proposes a recurring revenue model using the “Magic xpi” data integration platform and supports business transformation for system integrators.

## 【SEKISUI Challengers】Fought hard against X League Premier third-round champions Panasonic but narrowly lost, missing out on their first win of the season

- Published: 2026-06-15T08:55:52+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000152308.html
- anchor: #n997588
- Companies mentioned: パナソニックインパルス、エレコム神戸ファイニーズ、ノジマ相模原ライズ、IBM BIG BLUE

The SEKISUI Challengers lost 3-14 to Panasonic in the third round of X League Premier, bringing their opening record to 2 losses and 1 tie. They will face IBM BIG BLUE on July 5.

## Make an immediate proposal right there in the meeting! The Inheritance FP Association’s AI life-planning tool “ChocoPLAi” dramatically transforms sales efficiency in the housing and insurance industries. In just 5 minutes of analysis, it provides concrete recommendations that help even inexperienced representatives keep customers from slipping away.

- Published: 2026-06-15T08:50:52+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000184523.html
- anchor: #n997589

The Inheritance FP Association has launched “ChocoPLAi,” an AI life-planning tool that uses information entered on a customer’s smartphone to provide an advanced lifetime cash flow assessment and sales strategy in 5 minutes.

## Prox Industries to exhibit at the 1st Physical AI Exhibition at Manufacturing World Tokyo

- Published: 2026-06-15T08:50:43+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000032.000162992.html
- anchor: #n997590
- Companies mentioned: NVIDIA

Prox Industries, a startup originating from the University of Tokyo’s Matsuo Lab, will exhibit at the 1st Physical AI Exhibition from July 1 to 3, 2026, demonstrating Physical AI using real robots and simulations.

## 【Nagoya BBQ venue opening June 19, 2026】Capacity for up to 200 people! An Aeon Mall rooftop becomes a “new summer leisure” destination in Nagoya. “ANDBBQ Aeon Mall Nagoya Dome-mae” opens. Also recommended for beer garden outings

- Published: 2026-06-15T08:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000184393.html
- anchor: #n997595

CPTOKYO Co., Ltd. will open “ANDBBQ,” a barbecue facility with capacity for up to 200 people, on the rooftop of Aeon Mall Nagoya Dome-mae on June 19, 2026. It will offer a new summer leisure destination for an easy, authentic outdoor experience in the city.

## 【95% of AI investments deliver no results | The cause is not technology but “organization”】AI Native releases free executive white paper “How to Build an AI-Native Organization”

- Published: 2026-06-15T08:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000183672.html
- anchor: #n997594
- Companies mentioned: マサチューセッツ工科大学、Shopify、IBM、Anthropic、Cursor、Duolingo、Meta、xAI、Block、Klarna、DeNA、パナソニック コネクト、メルカリ、KDDI、PwCコンサルティング、ハイマネージャー株式会社、キュービックグループ

AINative Inc. has released a free executive white paper, “How to Build an AI-Native Organization,” explaining organizational transformation to help companies achieve results from AI investments.

## From “teammate” to “a source of encouragement through connections and sounding-board discussions.” Wizmo Inc. launches “Common,” a new advisory service for construction and housing businesses, in March 2026

- Published: 2026-06-15T08:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000170307.html
- anchor: #n997593

Wizmo Inc. launched “Common,” an advisory service for the construction and housing industries, in March 2025. For a monthly fee of 150,000 yen, it provides networking, business advice and opportunities to appear on YouTube, aiming to address challenges in reaching local builders.

## Wizmo Inc. begins consulting support for 株式会社レイワクリエイト, which operates a facial-recognition intercom business. The support will help further expand a business with a track record of adoption by 東建コーポレーション

- Published: 2026-06-15T08:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000170307.html
- anchor: #n997592
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社レイワクリエイト、東建コーポレーション、アイホン、パナソニック

Wizmo Inc. has begun management consulting support for 株式会社レイワクリエイト, which offers retrofit facial-recognition intercoms. The support will accelerate the product’s expansion into real estate markets nationwide.

## Informetis begins technical collaboration with Kansai Electric Power to develop energy flexibility solutions

- Published: 2026-06-15T08:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000056.000012366.html
- anchor: #n997591
- Companies mentioned: 関西電力株式会社、中国電力株式会社

Informetis, which has proprietary AI power data analysis technology (NILM), has signed a technology provision agreement with Kansai Electric Power and begun technical collaboration to build a next-generation energy management system.