# AI News 180m Report｜2026-06-18 15:00–18:00 JST｜Page 3 of 8

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 386 items from 2 sources; Japan, 333 items from 2 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## 【2026 Customer Success Japan Market Trends and Conditions Survey (7)】How customer success barriers change across phases: from establishing processes during onboarding to proving ROI and addressing talent shortages during expansion

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000181.000000699.html
- anchor: #n1092969
- Companies mentioned: バーチャレクス・コンサルティング株式会社、バーチャレクスグループ

A survey by バーチャレクス・コンサルティング found that the challenges for customer success at Japanese companies shift from “establishing processes” during onboarding to “proving ROI” during expansion, while “talent shortages” remain a serious barrier at every phase.

## “Talking Circle with Psychologist Yumi-san,” an opportunity for parents and children to talk together

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000196.000084725.html
- anchor: #n1092968
- Companies mentioned: 特定非営利活動法人ほっぺ、コープこうべ協同学苑

Facts:
- Fee: ¥500 + ¥300 (snack fee)
- Capacity: 3 groups

## 神戸観光局 and 淡路島観光協会 sign comprehensive partnership agreement, as Kobe Airport’s internationalization boosts prospects

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000215.000033788.html
- anchor: #n1092967
- Companies mentioned: 一般財団法人神戸観光局、一般社団法人淡路島観光協会、洲本市、淡路市、南あわじ市、畑友洋建築設計事務所

Facts:
- Approximately 980,000 people in 2024
- A scale of 2.75 million people by 2030

## ライフネット生命 wins support in an era of rising prices for its “affordable premiums” and convenient “smartphone-based procedures” that avoid the hassle of dealing with people

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000223.000069919.html
- anchor: #n1092966

A customer survey by ライフネット生命 showed a high satisfaction rate of 95.4%. The main reasons customers chose the company were its affordable premiums and easy smartphone-based procedures, which align with market needs amid rising prices.

## ミンカブ and トレードワークス accelerate “information × trading” collaboration, advancing the first overseas expansion project for their joint service

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000246.000004458.html
- anchor: #n1092965
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ミンカブ・ジ・インフォノイド、株式会社トレードワークス、AlpacaDB, Inc.、ハナ証券、GMOあおぞらネット銀行、みずほ信託銀行、三菱UFJ信託銀行、SBI VCトレード

Facts:
- Launch planned for summer 2026
- Early 2027 (planned): Launch of a new UX for individual investors through integration of “Kabutan content” and “GPT-Trade”
- Mid-2027 onward (planned): Gradual commercialization of an “AI-native next-generation information platform,” enhancement of existing services, and expansion overseas, primarily in Asia

## Launch of “Overseas Market Validation Plan” to support initial validation before entering overseas markets — market research and ad placement conducted over 2 months

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000261.000034654.html
- anchor: #n1092964
- Companies mentioned: アウンコンサルティング株式会社

Facts:
- Cost: ¥200,000 (before tax)
- Implementation period: 2 months

## New feature for “ツナガルオンライン査定”: launch of certificate-of-registered-matters upload function

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000330.000014788.html
- anchor: #n1092963
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Speee、ツナガルオンライン査定

Facts:
- Established: November 2007
- Securities code: 4499 (TSE Standard Market)

## Make your usual dishes delicious with just a little extra effort! “The Ultimate Easy-and-Delicious Recipe Book That Won Over My Chef Husband” now on sale

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000334.000041268.html
- anchor: #n1092962
- Companies mentioned: Nadia株式会社、宝島社、株式会社ワン・パブリッシング、株式会社KADOKAWA

Facts:
- More than 400,000 total SNS followers
- 1,210 yen (tax included)
- 175 recipes in total
- Total followers stood at approximately 82 million as of June 2026

## 味わいはそのまま、内容量2倍のお得なBIG PACKへ！ウィズ用たばこカプセルがリニューアルして新登場

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000380.000031450.html
- anchor: #n1092961
- Companies mentioned: JT、ウィズ、ウィズ2、CLUB JTオンラインショップ

Facts:
- Current product (620 yen / 5 capsules and 1 cartridge)
- Price: 1,200 yen (tax included)
- Contents (10 capsules and 2 cartridges)

## Toward building an engineering team equipped for the AI era

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000484.000092586.html
- anchor: #n1092960
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニーズウェル

Facts:
- Number of employees with AI-related certifications: 107 in total (up 75% year on year)
- 新規取得者数(直近1年) ： 延べ46名

## 宮城県松島町が不要品リユース事業で「おいくら」と連携を開始

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000536.000015239.html
- anchor: #n1092959
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マーケットエンタープライズ、松島町

Facts:
- Approximately 1.68 million people have used the service to date (as of the end of February 2026).
- The service has been adopted by 330 local governments nationwide

## <Survey on responses to legal amendments and contract operations in the logistics industry> Legal amendments increased administrative workloads for 87%; 1 in 4 report a tendency for workloads to double

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000580.000044347.html
- anchor: #n1092958
- Companies mentioned: 弁護士ドットコム株式会社、クラウドサイン

Facts:
- Legal amendments increased administrative workloads for 87%
- 1 in 4 report a tendency for workloads to double
- 25.5% said workloads "increased significantly"
- On the shipper side (36.3%)
- On the transportation provider side (27.7%)
- 27.4% say it takes nearly 1 month to finalize a contract
- 52.9% said they sometimes sign contracts retroactively (backdate them)
- 38.9% said they continue transactions without a contract
- 35.1% said they cannot quickly locate where contracts are stored
- 84.5% answered that they "feel this way (strongly or somewhat)"

## コベルコ建機株式会社 becomes first-time sponsor of "GiGO EXPO 2026" and exhibits a "K-DIVE" simulator for remotely operating heavy machinery used at construction sites

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001149.000034930.html
- anchor: #n1092957
- Companies mentioned: コベルコ建機株式会社、株式会社GENDA GiGO Entertainment、株式会社フクヤ

Facts:
- Operates approximately 430 amusement facilities in Japan and overseas
- Heavy machinery in Kobe, 500 km from the Akihabara venue

## "Unlocking this country's treasures." Cruise, which aims to make Japan a tourism powerhouse, overhauls its personnel system to address national challenges. New initiatives to shape Japan's future, from the declining birthrate and aging population to AI adoption

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001179.000006324.html
- anchor: #n1092956
- Companies mentioned: クルーズ株式会社

Facts:
- 年1回（4歳まで）子どもの誕生日に30万円を支給
- Can accumulate up to 50 days
- A projected shortfall of up to approximately 790,000 digital workers
- Just 6% of workers in Japan are enthusiastic about their work

## SUNDRED株式会社 wins 川崎市 contract to examine operational structures and functions for building an innovation ecosystem

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:29:54+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000169.000046109.html
- anchor: #n1092778
- Companies mentioned: SUNDRED株式会社、川崎市、レノボ・ジャパン、資生堂、横浜市立大学

Facts:
- Aims to co-create 100 new industries
- Approximately 10 months
- 3,000 registered cross-boundary professionals

## Japan's top large tomato has been named! Winter-grown tomato from 株式会社曽我農園 in Niigata City, Niigata Prefecture, wins the grand gold award!

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:28:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000168.000110263.html
- anchor: #n1092779
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社曽我農園、トマけん農園、株式会社アベーズキッチンファーム、花井トマトファーム、とまとや中村阮、竹田農園、芝尾農園株式会社、ホマレファーム、原田農園、一般社団法人 日本野菜ソムリエ協会

Facts:
- 31 varieties of large tomatoes from across Japan, each touted for its delicious taste
- June 17, 2026
- 11時00分～13時00分
- 30 people holding vegetable sommelier qualifications
- Large tomatoes: 100 g or more

## Recognized for implementation capabilities and talent in AI and cloud computing, the company wins a record 8 categories at the AWS Japan Certification Award 2025

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:28:41+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000579.000093942.html
- anchor: #n1092780
- Companies mentioned: 富士通株式会社、アマゾン ウェブ サービス ジャパン合同会社、AWS ジャパン、AWS

Facts:
- Won 8 categories out of 12, the most in the history of these awards
- Eligibility period for these awards: April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026

## With Kobe Airport's internationalization as a tailwind, Kobe Tourism Bureau and Awaji Island Tourism Association sign comprehensive partnership agreement—promoting wider-area tourism across the Seto Inland Sea region, centered on Kobe and Awaji Island

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:27:33+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000134242.html
- anchor: #n1092781
- Companies mentioned: 一般財団法人神戸観光局、一般社団法人淡路島観光協会

Kobe Tourism Bureau and Awaji Island Tourism Association sign a comprehensive partnership agreement. With Kobe Airport's internationalization as a tailwind, they will combine the appeal of both regions and aim to attract 2.75 million international visitors by 2030.

## Children in Iwate take the stage in orchestral and ballet performances. "Tohoku Dream Project: Fun Orchestra in Iwate" set for August 6.

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:27:29+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000075.000043468.html
- anchor: #n1092782
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人日本フィルハーモニー交響楽団、岩手日報社、全国保証株式会社、株式会社東北博報堂、復興庁、岩手県文化振興事業団、岩手県教育委員会、盛岡市教育委員会、野田村教育委員会、公益財団法人上廣倫理財団、岩手銀行、岩手県合唱連盟、岩手県洋舞協会、杉並区

Facts:
- Has held more than 380 activities
- 6 times in Morioka City
- Held 4 times in Fukushima Prefecture
- Adults: 3,000 yen
- Children: 1,500 yen
- Holds more than 150 orchestra performances annually
- 70th anniversary in 2026

## 【パズル＆ドラゴンズ】「出張！パズドラ公式放送」を、今週土曜日に開催！

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:26:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002130.000025063.html
- anchor: #n1092783
- Companies mentioned: ガンホー・オンライン・エンターテイメント株式会社、パズル＆ドラゴンズ、イオンレイクタウンkaze、ハライチ、ミューズ

Facts:
- To be held on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at イオンレイクタウンkaze in Koshigaya City, Saitama Prefecture
- Saturday, June 20, 2026, 12:00–18:00 (scheduled)
- 1会計につき6,000円（税込）ご購入ごとに

## "Does your website really get through to students?" New service launches in which students assess corporate websites, combining recruitment improvements with community contributions

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:25:57+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000184192.html
- anchor: #n1092784
- Companies mentioned: goomee、学生団体スピカ

Facts:
- Special commemorative price (50% off)

## Gate D probe: ケンエレファント announces new exhibition

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:25:40+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000097.000166988.html?gated_probe=2301000
- anchor: #n2301000
- Companies mentioned: ケンエレファント

Facts:
- Attendance target: 10,000
- Related sales target: 1 billion yen

## Details announced for 25th anniversary event celebrating Japan's best-selling trance CD, "TRANCE RAVE"!

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:23:50+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000125209.html
- anchor: #n1092785
- Companies mentioned: WARP SHINJUKU、BURLESQUE TOKYO、USEN、men's egg、SOUL JAPAN、RebeL

Legendary trance CD series "TRANCE RAVE" will hold a 25th anniversary event in Shinjuku. Legends including DJ KAYA will gather to recreate the Heisei-era boom.

## ケリング・グループ傘下 ファイン・ジュエラー〝 Qeelin / キーリン 〟 2026年ファインジュエリー コレクションを発表〝 吉祥の獅子、再生を告げる舞〟

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:23:25+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000046.000137934.html
- anchor: #n1092786
- Companies mentioned: ケリング・グループ

Kering-owned jeweler Qeelin unveils its 2026 fine jewelry collection. The new pieces take inspiration from the Eastern lion dance, blending cultural heritage with modern design.

## 3 games available on DMM GAMES to be added to the content covered by the "LinksMate" MVNO service's data-free option starting Thursday, June 18, 2026!

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:21:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000350.000025608.html
- anchor: #n1092787
- Companies mentioned: LogicLinks、合同会社EXNOA、DMM GAMES、INUTAN Limited、SkyBridge Co., Ltd.、アルティメディア

LogicLinks adds 3 DMM GAMES titles to the data-free content covered by its "LinksMate" MVNO service. The move enhances convenience for gamers and boosts the appeal of the service.

## ユビケン、在大阪インドネシア共和国総領事館と連携し日本進出支援。約60社の応募から選ばれた8ブランドを京都オーガニックEXPOへ導く

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:21:04+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000095647.html
- anchor: #n1092788
- Companies mentioned: 在大阪インドネシア共和国総領事館、インドネシア貿易振興センター大阪事務所(ITPC Osaka)、Saraswati Papers、Six Scents、POPSIKLUS、WN White Noise、Komang Tri Jewelry、Di Kala Hujan、Batik Wiliwang、Prajan Eco、一般社団法人オーガニックフォーラムジャパン（OFJ）、日本オーガニック会議、Makuake

ユビケン, a Japanese organization supporting import businesses, partnered with the Indonesian Consulate General in Osaka to help 8 sustainable Indonesian brands enter the Japanese market. The brands showcased their achievements at an exhibition in Kyoto.

## Vietnam market research report now on sale | In 2026, the end of "turning a blind eye" becomes an opportunity—reading Vietnam's next 5 years

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:21:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000181.000088909.html
- anchor: #n1092789
- Companies mentioned: ONE-VALUE株式会社、Vingroup

Facts:
- Number of pages (excluding company profile pages): 25–35 pages
- Publication date: February 2026
- Ambitious targets in the 2026–2030 medium- to long-term socioeconomic development plan (SEDP), including GDP growth of more than 10%
- Target share of GDP for the digital economy (30% by 2030)

## Applications open for participating dance groups at free performance venues and other locations

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000451.000096281.html
- anchor: #n1092790
- Companies mentioned: 徳島市、阿波おどり未来へつなぐ実行委員会、阿波おどり観光推進室

Facts:
- Applications open June 16 (Tuesday) for dance groups wishing to perform at free venues and other locations during the 2026 Awa Odori festival!
- Please submit your application to the organizing committee secretariat by June 30 (Tuesday); it must arrive by that date.

## Calligrapher 中村紅雅 and meditative calligrapher 好朶 かおり hold 2-person exhibition: June 23 (Tuesday) to 28 (Sunday), 2026, at the GALLERY AND LINKS81 main venue in Ginza

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:15:13+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000090600.html
- anchor: #n1092791
- Companies mentioned: 紅雅カリグラフィーオフィス

Facts:
- 12:00–18:00
- ※最終日のみ16:00まで

## Survey: What are the “3 barriers” keeping women from exercising? Findings from a survey of 1,100 people

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000342.000020775.html
- anchor: #n1092663
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社LOIVE、GMOリサーチ&AI株式会社、Questant

Facts:
- An awareness survey of 1,100 women across Japan, from their 20s to their 60s
- 79.6% of women have never tried hot yoga
- About half (49.8%) of those who have never tried hot yoga said, “I’d like to try it if my concerns were addressed”
- The top concern keeping first-timers from taking the plunge is “price and value for money (29.1%)”
- 177 people who have quit hot yoga
- 47 people still practicing

## Extra trains will run to coincide with the “Oiyama Kasuga”!

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001247.000037933.html
- anchor: #n1092662
- Companies mentioned: 九州旅客鉄道株式会社、JR九州

Facts:
- Service date: July 15, 2026 (Wednesday)
- 4:59 a.m.
- 5 extra trains will run
- June 19 (Friday), 11:00 a.m.

## A platinum record built together with fans around the world! “Summoners War: Sky Arena” releases infographic looking back on 12 years of history

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:06:29+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000973.000009066.html
- anchor: #n1092664
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Com2uS Japan、Com2uS、Apple、Google

Facts:
- No. 1 in game sales in 95 regions worldwide
- No. 1 in RPG sales in 166 regions
- Events held in 78 cities around the world and online
- A total of 428 events
- Approximately 260,000 concurrent users
- 累計2億9千万に達するダウンロード数
- Equivalent to filling the venue 3,200 times in a row
- More than 800 new monsters introduced
- More than 400 upgrades

## Announcement on the conclusion of the “1st Forum on Sharing Japan’s Appeal with the World Through Co-Creation”

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:03:43+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000041.000127368.html
- anchor: #n1092665
- Companies mentioned: 日本首長連合、一般社団法人夢洲新産業・都市創造機構、公立大学法人静岡文化芸術大学、ユネスコ創造都市ネットワーク、文部科学省

Facts:
- June 1, 2026

## [Abridged translation] Litmus launches private preview of Litmus Data Catalog to expand its industrial AI platform

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:03:22+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000139327.html
- anchor: #n1092666
- Companies mentioned: Litmus、リトマス・オートメーション・ジャパン株式会社、ガートナー、Saint-Gobain、Jaguar Land Rover、Bunge、Parker Hannifi、Microsoft、Google Cloud、AWS、Databricks、Oracle Cloud、Dell Technologies

Facts:
- More than 250 ready-to-use connectors

## Infcurion’s invoice payment platform “Winvoice” now supports MCP

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:49+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000145.000031359.html
- anchor: #n1092667
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社インフキュリオン、株式会社リンク・プロセシング、LP請求書カード払い、Winvoice、MCP、Model Context Protocol

Facts:
- Available starting June 18, 2026

## A new way to raise horses with fans: Applications open for the “Frances 2026 Training Fund”

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:32+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000099.000062054.html
- anchor: #n1092668
- Companies mentioned: ミュージックセキュリティーズ株式会社、合同会社ドリームブリーダーズ、セキュリテ

Facts:
- [Total offering] 7,080,000 yen (354 units)
- [Minimum application (per unit)] 20,800 yen per unit
- (Breakdown: 20,000 yen investment and 800 yen handling fee)

## Asobisystem launches “Tokyo KAWAII Summer 2026,” an urban exploration KAWAII project bringing excitement to Tokyo this summer

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:29+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000794.000017258.html
- anchor: #n1092669
- Companies mentioned: アソビシステム株式会社、Airbnb、ラフォーレ原宿、KIRINZI inc.、アソビJTB、東急不動産株式会社

Facts:
- Event period: August 6 (Thursday) to September 13 (Sunday), 2026
- Dates: August 6 (Thursday) to August 18 (Tuesday), 2026
- Date: August 18, 2026 (Tuesday)
- Dates: August 13 (Thursday) to August 25 (Tuesday), 2026
- Dates: August 20 (Thursday) to August 30 (Sunday), 2026
- Date: September 1, 2026
- Dates: August 6 (Thursday) to September 4 (Friday), 2026
- A diverse lineup of 86 acts from across genres will come together.

## [White paper released] A practical guide to preventing operational shutdowns and cost overruns when consolidating or relocating logistics hubs

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000045.000173258.html
- anchor: #n1092670
- Companies mentioned: シーオス株式会社、シーオス社、SEAOS, Inc.

Facts:
- The budget swells to 1.5 times its initial size
- Cut investment by 20%
- More than 25 years of experience

## Reveal companies’ strengths through the market’s “true opinions.” Analog PR launches its “Brand Position Analysis” business!

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000192.000119466.html
- anchor: #n1092672
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アナログPR

Facts:
- Established: March 10, 2011

## [Exclusive to the TEAC official online store] New “Walnut” color added to Klipsch Reference Premiere series speakers

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000600.000021574.html
- anchor: #n1092671
- Companies mentioned: ティアック株式会社、Klipsch

Facts:
- 181,500 yen per unit
- 137,500 yen per unit
- 148,500 yen per pair
- 121,000 yen per pair

## TSUNAGU LLC delivers comprehensive Power Platform training at Docomo Plushearty, specializing in IT reskilling for employees with disabilities

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000183699.html
- anchor: #n1092747
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ドコモ・プラスハーティ、株式会社NTTドコモ

TSUNAGU LLC provides IT training for employees with disabilities at Docomo Plushearty. Against the backdrop of rising statutory employment quotas, it supports the acquisition of skills such as Power Platform and aims to expand job opportunities for people with disabilities.

## [Selected for Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry subsidy program for decommissioning and contaminated water and treated water countermeasures] Development begins on technology for using robots equipped with physical AI for remote work in harsh environments

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000183416.html
- anchor: #n1092746
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クフウシヤ、国立研究開発法人日本原子力研究開発機構（JAEA）、東京大学 工学系研究科 趙研究室、株式会社EQUES、株式会社デジラボホールディングス、株式会社アイプランツ・システムズ

Kufusha has been selected for a METI-subsidized project in collaboration with JAEA, the University of Tokyo and others. It will begin developing physical AI robots capable of autonomous work in high-radiation environments to support the decommissioning of Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant.

## ミルシート DX を実現する三菱商事「Mill-Box」、錢高組の株式会社明治（仮称）神奈川新工場建設工事に導入

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000173555.html
- anchor: #n1092745
- Companies mentioned: 三菱商事株式会社、株式会社錢高組、株式会社明治

Mitsubishi Corporation’s Mill-Box electronic mill certificate management system has been adopted at a Zenitaka construction site. It cut work time by 50% or more and improved productivity. The project is an important example of advancing digital transformation in the construction industry.

## More than 1 in 3 Pilates instructors said their career goal is to “go independent and open or expand their own studio”!

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000048934.html
- anchor: #n1092744
- Companies mentioned: RCリサーチデータ

A survey by 株式会社ムジント found that more than 1/3 of Pilates instructors hope to start their own businesses in the future. The findings point to a shift from prioritizing skills early in their careers to seeking more flexible work arrangements.

## Sales have begun for accommodation plans offered by 日間賀島 いすず館 through the travel media outlet 旅色

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000181930.html
- anchor: #n1092743
- Companies mentioned: 旅色、旅色トラベル、いすず館、ブランジスタ

Facts:
- As of June 18, 2026

## Just under 60% of beauty clinic executives see the possibility of closing or withdrawing from the market, given current market conditions!

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000142789.html
- anchor: #n1092742
- Companies mentioned: RCリサーチデータ

A survey by 株式会社ETANA found that just under 60% of beauty clinic executives recognize the possibility of closing or withdrawing from the market. Intensifying competition and rising costs are the main factors, revealing a difficult reality that contrasts with the industry’s image of growth.

## アジアクエスト株式会社 adopts “Money Forward Admina”

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000090762.html
- anchor: #n1092741
- Companies mentioned: アジアクエスト株式会社、マネーフォワードi株式会社、株式会社マネーフォワード

Facts:
- 461 employees in Japan alone (at the end of December 2025)
- Logging in individually to the admin consoles of more than 20 SaaS products
- Cut the time required for checks and deletions by approximately 80%

## [Also ideal as a Father’s Day gift] New “Whisky Tasting Set: A Journey Around the World,” with convenient individual servings

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000169084.html
- anchor: #n1092740
- Companies mentioned: KAFUNE GROUP、有限会社メガテン、アルモリック、バランタイン、コンパスボックス、有限会社かふね、社会福祉法人一陽会、くまがいクリニック

Facts:
- Portioned into small 100ml bottles
- 100ml × 3-bottle set
- バランタイン21年

## 【35th Anniversary】Buy Misuzu Life's cut buna-shimeji mushrooms and enter! PayPay points and original merchandise to be won by a total of 350 people!

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000027.000122572.html
- anchor: #n1092739
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ミスズライフ、PayPay

Facts:
- 35th anniversary
- 1,000 yen worth of PayPay points
- Total purchase of ¥2,000 (tax included) or more
- Celebrating its 35th anniversary on May 27, 2026
- Starting Wednesday, July 1, 2026
- Sunday, August 23, 2026
- August 30, 2026 (Sun.)

## 【35th Anniversary】Going against the trend of price hikes. 35% more to celebrate Misuzu Life's 35th anniversary!

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000028.000122572.html
- anchor: #n1092738
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ミスズライフ、長野県工業技術センター

Facts:
- 35% more product content
- 15 times the ornithine of freshwater clams

## Newton Works to make its first corporate booth appearance at the Student Formula Japan competition in August (Aichi Sky Expo)! Showcasing development support using simulation software

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000168687.html
- anchor: #n1092737
- Companies mentioned: ニュートンワークス株式会社、キーサイト・テクノロジーズ社、株式会社くいんと

Facts:
- Event dates: August 2 (Sun.)–7 (Fri.), 2026
- *The corporate PR booth will be on display for 3 days, from August 5 (Wed.) to 7 (Fri.)

## Announcement of new contract with player Kawata Chiriji

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000036.000125609.html
- anchor: #n1092736
- Companies mentioned: 信州ブレイブウォリアーズ、仙台89ERS、バンビシャス奈良、熊本ヴォルターズ、福島ファイヤーボンズ、広島ドラゴンフライズ、新潟アルビレックスＢＢ、京都ハンナリーズ、三遠ネオフェニックス

Facts:
- 2026-27 season
- 2-year contract
- 208cm
- 122kg

## ～A new kind of soft-serve ice cream perfect for summer drives, with the flavor of a long-established favorite～ “Osaka specialty Iwaokoshi Soft,” made with Amidaike Daikoku's Iwaokoshi, is coming to Suita Service Area (both directions)!

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000041.000061749.html
- anchor: #n1092735
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社あみだ池大黒、西日本高速道路サービス・ホールディングス株式会社

Facts:
- Starting June 19, 2026 (Fri.)
- Monday, August 31, 2026
- Price (tax included): 500 yen
- Bunka 2 (1805)
- Capital: ¥30,000 thousand
- Number of employees: 170 (Reiwa 8)

## Launch of a demonstration project for energy management through efficient charging of EV two-wheeled vehicles used for delivery and collection

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000045.000067381.html
- anchor: #n1092734
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Yanekara、日本郵便株式会社、日本郵政グループ

Facts:
- 46% reduction by FY2030 (compared with FY2019)
- From June 2026
- 202 charging outlets

## 九州大学総合研究博物館 launches the “Specimen Preparation, Preservation and Utilization Project”

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000051.000111118.html
- anchor: #n1092733
- Companies mentioned: 九州大学総合研究博物館、九州大学

Facts:
- More than approximately 1.7 million academic specimens and materials are held in the collection
- Target amount: 30 million yen (Phase 1)

## Payroll rolls out a major upgrade to its “AI Salary Search Service,” which aggregates and analyzes human capital data

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000053.000158431.html
- anchor: #n1092732
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ペイロール、HR BPaaS、P3（ピースリー）

Facts:
- We handle payroll processing for 279 companies and 1.23 million people (as of the end of March 2026).

## Sumutasu partners with マネーフォワードホーム株式会社, provider of the “Money Forward ME” personal finance visualization service, to support home sales

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000057.000038198.html
- anchor: #n1092731
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社すむたす、マネーフォワードホーム株式会社

Sumutasu and Money Forward Home partner to support home sales. Integrating Sumutasu's AI valuation into “Money Forward ME” will eliminate uncertainty around the price and timing of real estate sales.

## アイアップからディズニー・ピクサー『エイリアン リミックス』の「ミツメぬいコロン」が登場！

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000062.000029867.html
- anchor: #n1092730
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アイアップ、ディズニー・ピクサー

Facts:
- The lineup includes all 5 types: Lotso, Bunny, Ducky, Buttercup and Hamm.
- Price: ¥3,080 each (tax included)
- Founded: April 2007

## 【Bringing the appeal of “measurement” to younger generations】Ono Sokki to exhibit at the science festival “AICHI TECH DAY 2026”

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000063.000133264.html
- anchor: #n1092729
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社小野測器、AICHI TECH DAY 実行委員会、中部リンケージコモンズ(CLC)

Facts:
- Attendance: approximately 3,300 people
- May 24, 2026 (Sun.)
- 44 organizations, including university research groups, companies and science clubs, will exhibit

## 【北海道 東川町】ヨシ・シスレー氏が東川町アートアンバサダーに就任！

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000084.000059574.html
- anchor: #n1092728
- Companies mentioned: 北海道 東川町、ヨシ・シスレー、あべのハルカス、黒川正三、黒川文子、せんとぴゅあ、東川振興公社、東川ミーツ

Facts:
- Tuesday, June 23, 2026
- From 10:15
- June 17 (Wed.)–23 (Tue.)
- 4 p.m. on June 21 (Sun.)

## Michelin Guide June 2026 early release: 12 Tokyo restaurants featured on the official website and app

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000087.000117133.html
- anchor: #n1092727

Michelin has unveiled 12 new recommended restaurants in Tokyo ahead of its June 2026 guide. Details are available on its official website and app, strengthening its digital outreach.

## 株式会社WARC sponsors and exhibits as a Gold Partner at the “Accounting and Finance Talent Conference 2026”

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000090.000038497.html
- anchor: #n1092726
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社WARC、CPAエクセレントパートナーズ株式会社

Facts:
- Cut the workload for the J-SOX 3-point set by more than 50%
- Attendance: approximately 1,500 people
- Participation fee: 5,000 yen

## 【Up to 7,000 yen off】Pondetec, part of 関西電力グループ, holds a sale on refurbished PCs through June 25, 2026

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000099.000078795.html
- anchor: #n1092725
- Companies mentioned: 関西電力グループ、株式会社ポンデテック、Pont des Tech, Inc.、NEC、HP、Microsoft Office

Facts:
- Up to 7,000 yen off
- Regular price: 70,800 yen → Sale price: 66,800 yen
- Regular price: 90,800 yen → Sale price: 84,800 yen
- New 256GB SSD
- New 480GB SSD

## Ahead of the World Cup knockout stage, Japan soccer legends speak candidly about “beating the world”! Topics set for the talk at the live event “Dialogue w/ Forum 2026”!

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000101.000005025.html
- anchor: #n1092724
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社日本ビジネスプレス、SYNCHRONOUS ーシンクロナスー、VfBシュツットガルト、1.FSVマインツ05、レスターシティFC、SDウエスカ、FCカルタヘナ、シントトロイデンVV、FC BASARA MAINZ、Jリーグ・名古屋グランパス、清水エスパルス、沖縄SV、沖縄SVアグリ、浦和レッズ

Facts:
- Date and time: June 27 (Sat.), from 13 to 18:30
- Admission: 4,400 yen (tax included)

## NordVPN survey finds Japanese people will spend 8 more years of their lives online over 4 years—risks of a distinctly Japanese digital lifestyle of “short sessions late into the night”

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000117.000072662.html
- anchor: #n1092723
- Companies mentioned: Cint、Syno International、Norstat

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## アンテプリマ初となる『ドラえもん』コレクションを2026年7月1日より発売

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000137.000007477.html
- anchor: #n1092722
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アンテプリマジャパン、ドラえもん

Facts:
- Price: ￥90,200 (tax included)
- Price: ￥66,000 (tax included)
- Price: ￥30,800 (tax included)
- Price: ￥44,000 (tax included)

## How has job hunting changed at Institute of Science Tokyo?｜Works Japan Inc.

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000141.000046760.html
- anchor: #n1092721
- Companies mentioned: 産経新聞社、ソニーグループ、三菱商事、三井物産、伊藤忠商事、住友商事、丸紅、村田製作所、本田技研工業、三菱重工業、京セラ、野村総合研究所（NRI）、サントリーホールディングス

A Works Japan survey reveals that Institute of Science Tokyo students' career priorities have shifted from “work they want to do” to “company stability.” The range of popular employers has also diversified, with precision manufacturing, heavy industry and consulting gaining prominence.

## Moi-même-Moitié （モワ・メーム・モワティエ） unveils its 2026 Summer Collection LOOK

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000151.000013874.html
- anchor: #n1092720
- Companies mentioned: Moi-même-Moitié、モワ・メーム・モワティエ、株式会社タナクロ、Mana、MALICE MIZER、Moi dix Mois、WunderWelt Fleur

Facts:
- Price: ¥46,200 (tax included)
- Price: ¥49,500 (tax included)
- Price: ¥35,200 (tax included)
- Price: 33,000 yen (tax included)

## The brand's first large street-front store is set to open in Soka, Saitama Prefecture, in spring 2027!

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000156.000026707.html
- anchor: #n1092719
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ベガコーポレーション、LOWYA、DOKODEMO

Facts:
- Spring 2027
- Total floor area: approximately 2,640㎡ (planned)
- Site area: approximately 7,000㎡
- Parking capacity: approximately 100 vehicles (planned)
- 15 physical stores have opened across Japan.
- More than 1,700 items
- More than 2,600,000 followers in total
- Cumulative downloads have surpassed 1 million
- Number of employees: 277 (as of the end of March 2026)
- Capital: 1,058,180,000 yen (as of the end of September 2025)

## “SUPER FORMULA” heads into the summer season! 8 hours of running over 2 days! The second official test will be held at Fuji Speedway on June 30 (Tue.) and July 1 (Wed.). Admission and spectating are free with an advance ticket for the July Fuji round!

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000168.000136931.html
- anchor: #n1092718
- Companies mentioned: SUPER FORMULA、株式会社日本レースプロモーション、JRP

Facts:
- Adults (18 and over): 1,200 yen
- JAF members, SD card holders and Gold license holders: 1,100 yen
- High school students: 900 yen

## 【RODE（ロード）】Official reviewer recruitment. Try the next-generation “NT1 Signature Series” microphone, heir to the “NT1” beloved by creators around the world!

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000185.000050753.html
- anchor: #n1092717
- Companies mentioned: RØDE Microphones、銀一株式会社

Ginichi, RØDE's Japanese distributor, is seeking 3 official reviewers for the new “NT1 Signature Series” microphone. Selected creators will receive the product free of charge and post reviews on social media. The aim is to showcase the product's appeal through creators' authentic voices.

## 【Reducing the operational burden of health management】フラクタルワークアウト launches support for planning, implementation and review of initiatives

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000197.000118106.html
- anchor: #n1092716

フラクタルワークアウト has launched a new service that provides comprehensive support for planning, implementing and reviewing initiatives to reduce the operational burden of corporate health management. It offers one-stop service, from selecting experts to evaluating initiatives after implementation.

## TÜV SÜD issues validation statement for Idemitsu Kosan's product carbon footprint calculation system

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000225.000017062.html
- anchor: #n1092715
- Companies mentioned: テュフゾード、テュフゾードジャパン株式会社、出光興産株式会社、ISO 14067

## Second Street opens its 4th store in Fukuoka Prefecture's Tenjin area: “Second Street Fukuoka Tenjin No. 3 Store” opens June 19 (Friday)

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000225.000141539.html
- anchor: #n1092714
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ゲオホールディングス、株式会社セカンドストリート、STUSSY、HYSTERIC GLAMOUR、DIESEL

Facts:
- The store carries approximately 11,000 pre-owned items, including clothing, bags, shoes and accessories.
- A wide selection of products priced at 1,600 yen or less
- A 300-yen-off receipt coupon, redeemable on purchases totaling 2,200 yen or more, including tax
- Sales floor area: approximately 99 tsubo
- More than 1,000 stores in Japan and overseas

## Automated elevator-linked cleaning robots introduced at new condominium ‘Proud Tower Sagami-Ono Cross’

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000260.000103401.html
- anchor: #n1092713
- Companies mentioned: 野村不動産ホールディングス、野村不動産、野村不動産パートナーズ、TIS、株式会社オカムラ、株式会社江口、日本オーチス・エレベータ、JCOM、三井住友建設

Facts:
- 41 floors above ground
- 687 units
- Robots replace cleaners for approximately 60% of the floor area vacuumed
- Labor-saving effect of approximately 20%

## The 12th Heat Countermeasures Exhibition, an experiential trade show aimed at invigorating businesses related to measures against extreme heat, will be held.

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000268.000016501.html
- anchor: #n1092712
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人日本能率協会、ダイキン工業、空調服、東レ、厚生労働省、国土交通省、環境省、日本労働安全衛生コンサルタント会

Facts:
- The event will feature a record-high 191 exhibitors and 378 booths.
- Attendance is expected to reach 16,000 (including concurrent events in East Halls 7 and 8).
- Visitors can experience products and services for combating extreme heat from 21 companies (planned), including ダイキン工業, 空調服 and 東レ, with offerings changing daily.

## Turning the toy section into entertainment! リトプラ, an operator of next-generation kids' parks, will begin opening its park-adjacent experiential toy shop “PLANET PORT” at 4 locations from June 26.

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000280.000028192.html
- anchor: #n1092711
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社リトプラ、リトルプラネット、株式会社aquwa、サンサンキッズ TV、PLANET PORT、TOYLO PARK、Muchu Planet

Facts:
- 4 locations in Japan
- Approximately 1 million people annually
- 2 million subscribers
- First 1,000 customers at each store

## トミー ヒルフィガーが東京ウォーターフロントで特別なサマーイブニングイベントを開催

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000289.000010635.html
- anchor: #n1092710
- Companies mentioned: トミー ヒルフィガー、合同会社 PVHジャパン

Facts:
- June 16, 2026
- From June 19 (Friday)
- June 19 (Friday) to 25 (Thursday)

## Schedule announced and registration opens: “My Gaze, Your Gaze SHIBUYA ART WEEKEND,” an event accompanying “A Miracle of the Gaze: The Adventures of Japanese Women Photographers”

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000313.000031037.html
- anchor: #n1092709
- Companies mentioned: 東急株式会社、Bunkamura/me and you、MEM、The Third Gallery Aya、コンタクト、POST、Shelf、dailypracticebooks、Open Room、Commune、Sister、青山ブックセンター、UTRECHT、SALT AND PEPPER、me and youブース、Dashwood Books、集英社、講談社、大福書林、ハロー！プロジェクト、アンジュルム、ダブ・アンビエンス、LOLOET

An art event accompanying the exhibition “A Miracle of the Gaze” will be held for 3 days in July at Shibuya Hikarie. Talks and live performances by photographers and musicians are planned, with reservations opening June 18.

Facts:
- Over 3 days
- 6月18日(木)19:00受付開始
- Participation fee: ¥500 (tax included)
- Participation fee: ¥1,000 (tax included)

## 株式会社アシスト begins recruiting sales agents in the Ehime area for a local search optimization service covering AIO, GEO, LLMO and MEO. The service optimizes generative AI responses and uses cutting-edge technology to connect brick-and-mortar stores with users.

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000328.000057398.html
- anchor: #n1092708
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アシスト、Google、ChatGPT、Perplexity、Gemini、Instagram

Facts:
- Service satisfaction: 91.2%
- Staff satisfaction: 97.6%
- 15,000 cases cumulatively

## DAISO original trading card game “蟲神器” gets its first webcomic volume, on sale at bookstores nationwide from June 18

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000333.000039955.html
- anchor: #n1092707
- Companies mentioned: DAISO、株式会社大創産業、小学館集英社プロダクション、大創出版

Facts:
- The series has sold a cumulative total of 17 million sets.
- Carries approximately 53,000 products, from everyday necessities to hobby and specialty items
- 5,670 stores in 26 countries and regions worldwide, including Japan
- Revenue: 676.5 billion yen on a non-consolidated basis

## ジョイフル初「イオンモール」へ出店！「Joyfull kitchen（ジョイフルキッチン和歌山店）」「JOYFULL EXPRESS（ジョイフルエクスプレス神戸南店」7月2日（木）2店舗同時オープン！

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000368.000023968.html
- anchor: #n1092706
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ジョイフル、イオンモール

Facts:
- The openings will bring the Joyfull brand's domestic store count to 605th and 606th.
- Opening on the same day, July 2, 2026 (Thursday)
- 50th anniversary of its founding on May 20, 2026

## フローレンス、LINEを活用した子育て相談事業「おやこよりそいチャット」をリニューアル

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000397.000028029.html
- anchor: #n1092705
- Companies mentioned: 認定NPO法人フローレンス、LINE

Facts:
- From June 2026
- Delivery of 5 kg of rice
- Delivery of 5 kg of rice to 40–60 households
- You can speak with a counselor for 30 minutes.

## 【Exhibitor recruitment now open】Chuo Ward's largest business networking event, “Chuo Ward Business Exchange Fair 2026,” confirmed!

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000413.000031052.html
- anchor: #n1092704
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社キャンパスクリエイト、中央区しんきん協議会、東京都よろず支援拠点、特定非営利活動法人東京都中央区中小企業経営支援センター、東京商工会議所中央支部、中央区工業団体連合会、中央区商店街連合会

Facts:
- Up to 70 companies are expected to exhibit.
- Up to 90 slots planned
- The event will be held at Nihonbashi Plaza on October 22, 2026 (Thursday).

## No. 13 中村 功平 agrees to contract renewal

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000423.000037407.html
- anchor: #n1092703
- Companies mentioned: 茨城ロボッツ、りそなグループ、B.LEAGUE、滋賀レイクスターズ、中央大学

Facts:
- Height/weight: 181 cm/76 kg
- Players placed on the injury list cannot be registered again for 30 days from the date of their placement.

## No. 25 平尾 充庸 agrees to contract renewal and announces retirement

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000424.000037407.html
- anchor: #n1092702
- Companies mentioned: 茨城ロボッツ、りそなグループ、パナソニックトライアンズ、広島ドラゴンフライズ、バンビシャス奈良

Facts:
- りそなグループ B.LEAGUE 2026-27 season
- Jersey No. 25
- 178 cm/74 kg

## Help tackle rising electricity costs driven by inflation and social conditions! ベルメゾンでんき launches its “Summer Electricity Bill Support Campaign” ahead of the extreme-heat season

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000428.000013288.html
- anchor: #n1092701
- Companies mentioned: ベルメゾンでんき、SymEnergy、シン・エナジー株式会社、株式会社イード、千趣会、ベルメゾン

Facts:
- Up to 2,000 yen (tax included) off the electricity bill for the first month of service
- Discount rate for electricity used in July 2026 (billed in August): 3.5 yen/kWh
- Discount rate for electricity used in August 2026 (billed in September): 4.5 yen/kWh
- Discount rate for electricity used in September 2026 (billed in October): 3.5 yen/kWh

## ボンディッシュ and 八ヶ岳農業大学校 partner on circular agriculture, bringing a “freshly harvested vegetable market” and agricultural experiences to the company cafeteria

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000438.000036259.html
- anchor: #n1092700
- Companies mentioned: ボンディッシュ株式会社、八ヶ岳農業大学校

Facts:
- Approximately 1.757 million in 2015
- Approximately 1.164 million people in 2024
- Agricultural workforce: declined by approximately 600,000 over the 9 years from 2015 to 2024
- 67.1 years old in 2015
- 69.2 years old in 2024
- The target for vegetable intake is 350 g
- An average of just 285 g

## 【東京ドームシティ】“Tokyo Dome City Chill Out Night” offers a cool escape in the city after dark! Spend a special evening wrapped in cool air in a luxurious relaxing space

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000470.000077656.html
- anchor: #n1092699
- Companies mentioned: 東京ドームシティ、株式会社東京ドーム、日本サッカー協会、東京ドームボウリングセンター、CuBAR LOUNGE、東京ドーム ローラースケートアリーナ、屋内型スポーツ施設 スポドリ！バッティング・ピッチング・ボルダリング、卓球場 TaKuSuRu、東京ドーム天然温泉 スパ ラクーア

Facts:
- This summer 2026
- Saturday, July 18, 2026
- August 3 (Monday)
- August 10 (Monday)
- July 21 (Tuesday)
- Aug. 31
- Wednesday, September 30
- Screenings begin at 18:30 each day

## Pool WAI event information

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000484.000041300.html
- anchor: #n1092698
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社よみうりランド、オリオンビール、KUA`AINA、ジョンノ屋台村、ストロベリーフェチ、ディッピンドッツアイスクリーム

Facts:
- Area: 100 m²
- Water depth: 0.8 m
- 2,300 liters
- 1ブース3,000円
- 2,400 yen
- 1回500円～
- Double cheeseburger: 1,400 yen
- Potato mozzarella cheese hat dog: 700 yen
- 5 varieties of frozen lemonade: 600 yen each
- Roast beef hot sandwich box: 950 yen
- Candied strawberries: 650 yen

## A 1/3-scale Skeletor statue from the film Masters of the Universe is here

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000573.000061479.html
- anchor: #n1092697
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プライム１スタジオ、PRIME 1 STATUE、Mattel、Amazon Content Services LLC

Facts:
- Price: ¥256,190 (tax included)
- Quantity available: 350
- Height: 95 cm
- Width: 64 cm
- Depth: 60 cm
- Weight: approx. 27.1 kg

## A weekday-only plan, “Fugu Tasting Seasonal Kaiseki,” featuring domestically farmed tiger pufferfish and wild-caught fugu from across Japan

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000582.000101028.html
- anchor: #n1092696
- Companies mentioned: オリックス・ホテルマネジメント株式会社、下関春帆楼本店

Facts:
- ¥7,700, including all-you-can-drink (tax included)
- Weekdays only through September 30, 2026

## TV anime My Uncle Likes Cute Things. to premiere in October 2026; first PV unveiled

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000627.000022823.html
- anchor: #n1092695
- Companies mentioned: TOPPANホールディングス株式会社、株式会社BookLive、フレックスコミックス株式会社、ライデンフィルム、マジックカプセル、YTE、懐刀株式会社

Facts:
- October 2026
- Latest volume: 12
- Available starting June 18

## [Sint-Truidense] Sponsorship agreement signed with 株式会社IRS

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000676.000042484.html
- anchor: #n1092694
- Companies mentioned: シント＝トロイデンVV、STVV、株式会社IRS、DMM.com

Facts:
- 2025-2026 season
- 43 points
- 3rd place
- 22 wins
- 5 draws
- 13 losses
- Goal difference: 15
- 61 goals scored
- 46 goals conceded

## QommonsAI training held in 福島県塙町, helping managers develop foundational to intermediate skills in a full-day intensive session and spurring enthusiasm for workplace improvements: “We can’t do our jobs without this!”

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000706.000088829.html
- anchor: #n1092693
- Companies mentioned: Polimill株式会社、QommonsAI、福島県塙町

Facts:
- 10 in the morning
- 7 in the afternoon
- More than 850 municipalities nationwide
- About 350,000 people

## [香川ファイブアローズ] Announcement of new team staff contract for the 2026-27 season

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000710.000060406.html
- anchor: #n1092692
- Companies mentioned: 香川ファイブアローズ、横浜ビー・コルセアーズ

Facts:
- Date of birth: October 4, 2003

## Collaboration event for the film Crayon Shin-chan: The Mysterious! My妖怪 Vacation! A thrilling great adventure for parents and children: “Find Hiroshi and Misae’s ‘butt balls’! at ニジゲンノモリ”

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000710.000128966.html
- anchor: #n1092691
- Companies mentioned: ニジゲンノモリ、シンエイ動画、テレビ朝日、ADKエモーションズ、双葉社、東宝、IRORI Records、PONY CANYON

Facts:
- 2026年7月31日（金）～9月30日（水）
- ■ Release date: July 31, 2026

## [松屋] Add a little extra to your favorite regular menu item! “Samgyetang-Style Soup Set with a Regular Menu Item” now available

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000958.000047538.html
- anchor: #n1092690
- Companies mentioned: 松屋フーズ、松屋

Facts:
- 30 yen off the regular price
- 50 yen off the regular price
- 70 yen off the regular price
- Samgyetang-style soup: ¥330

## “THE MATOYA TABLE ～2026 SUMMER～ — A feast from the sea, brought to you by fishermen and ama divers.” Tuna-cutting shows and grilled seafood served at the dinner buffet [グランドメルキュール伊勢志摩リゾート＆スパ]

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000967.000052177.html
- anchor: #n1092689
- Companies mentioned: グランドメルキュール伊勢志摩リゾート＆スパ、エイ・エイ・ピー・シー・ジャパン株式会社、佐藤養殖場、大田酒造

Facts:
- During the period from August 8 to 16, 2026
- On sale starting June 18, 2026
- [Price] ¥22,990 (tax and service charge included)

## [Simeji Ranking] “2026 First-Half Trend Rankings” chosen by Gen Alpha and Gen Z!!

- Published: 2026-06-18T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000970.000006410.html
- anchor: #n1092688
- Companies mentioned: バイドゥ株式会社、M!LK、Snow Man、千鳥、霜降り明星、サカナクション、楽音、嵐、モナキ、ILLIT、轟はじめ、Mrs. GREEN APPLE、MADAMADA、ABEMA、Popteen、Netflix、任天堂

Facts:
- Valid responses: 6,664 men and women aged 0–29
- 2026 First-Half Trend Rankings