# AI News 180m Report｜2026-06-20 18:00–21:00 JST

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 26 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 14 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## 【TAC Police Officer and Firefighter (Firefighter)】Ending soon: “Summer Discount Campaign Part 1”—2027 exam prep courses are ¥22,000 off! (through 6/30)

- Published: 2026-06-20T20:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002516.000021078.html
- anchor: #n1148636
- Companies mentioned: TAC株式会社、東京消防庁

Facts:
- December 1980

## Summer special exhibition “The Hatena Exhibition” to be held at Seibu Shibuya Store! News from entaku, creators of “You’re Too Nice” and “That’s Not What I Mean”

- Published: 2026-06-20T20:36:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000120766.html
- anchor: #n1148637
- Companies mentioned: ENTAKU produce、entaku、博展、アドブレーン

Facts:
- 2026年6月27日（土）から9月30日（水）まで
- Business hours: 10:00–21:00
- Weekdays: ¥1,800
- Weekends and holidays: 2,100 yen
- Find out if you’re actually [???] (includes a sticker): 400 yen
- Discount of 500 yen for people with a disability certificate

## Just 6 minutes by car from Karuizawa Station and the outlet mall. The Villa Nobilis Karuizawa, a private villa offering both convenience and a tranquil atmosphere, begins accepting reservations for stays on June 26

- Published: 2026-06-20T20:30:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000185542.html
- anchor: #n1148638
- Companies mentioned: 東京観光旅館株式会社、The Villa Nobilis Karuizawa

Facts:
- Room area: 140㎡
- Capacity: up to 6 guests

## 僕が見たかった青空 marks its 3rd anniversary and wraps up its national tour, announcing a final live show in 2026 and a sold-out show at 豊洲PIT

- Published: 2026-06-20T20:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000115239.html
- anchor: #n1148630
- Companies mentioned: 僕が見たかった青空、乃木坂46、豊洲PIT、Kanadevia Hall

Facts:
- 3rd anniversary of the group's formation
- 20 members
- June 20, 2026
- Dec. 14, 2026
- 35,678 entries received

## デスクに引き算の美学を。国内デザインプロダクトの雄「amadana」の洗練ガジェット特集を楽天市場「Show It」にて6月20日（土）20時より開催！

- Published: 2026-06-20T20:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000761.000047737.html
- anchor: #n1148629
- Companies mentioned: amadana、楽天市場、Show It、BleeqUp

Facts:
- 20:00 on Saturday, June 20
- Urgent release of just 1 limited-edition unit
- 10 times points
- Available for purchase in the 1,000-yen range
- Available from 1,250 yen

## “YOGAWeek” × “World Wellness Weekend” joint initiative: “Wellness Morning! YOGA” launches

- Published: 2026-06-20T20:15:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000051.000022662.html
- anchor: #n1148631
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ヨガタウン、国際スポーツ＆ウェルネスウィークエンド、ヨガフェスタ

Facts:
- 15 minutes of morning yoga
- Melatonin is secreted about 17 hours later
- To be held online starting June 20, 2026
- 2026年9月18日（金）〜20日（日）のWWW2026の期間中

## 【音楽朗読劇「陰陽師」開幕】豪華声優陣による朗読芝居 × 二胡・ピアノの生演奏シリーズ！6月20日(土)・21日(日)＠東京建物ぴあシアター

- Published: 2026-06-20T20:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000119456.html
- anchor: #n1148628
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Alice、文藝春秋、アクセルワン、アクロスエンタテインメント、81プロデュース、賢プロダクション、ALiCE、ウカルメ、ぴあ

Facts:
- June 20 (Sat.) and 21 (Sun.), 2026
- A reading drama lasting about 90 minutes
- All seats reserved: 10,000 yen (tax included)

## A collaboration bundle featuring “Palworld” and monster-collecting RPG “LumenTale: Trail of Memories” is out today on Steam! Get 10% off when you buy the set!

- Published: 2026-06-20T20:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000119.000071410.html
- anchor: #n1148627
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ポケットペア、Beehive Studios、Team17

Facts:
- Discount: 10% OFF

## 【MOTTERU】6/20(土) 20:00スタート「楽天お買い物マラソン」にて新商品・人気商品を最大約50%OFFで販売

- Published: 2026-06-20T20:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000330.000078304.html
- anchor: #n1148626
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社MOTTERU、楽天市場

Facts:
- 107 items
- Up to about 50% off
- 1,380 yen
- 2,480 yen
- 1,980 yen
- 790 yen
- 2,524 yen
- 3,066 yen
- 980 yen
- 4,480 yen
- 6,860 yen

## BUZZ PRODUCTIONS announces 2 live shows in July and August for “WE RISE,” a series featuring next-generation girl artists. A stellar lineup will take the stage.

- Published: 2026-06-20T20:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000441.000141380.html
- anchor: #n1148625
- Companies mentioned: BUZZ PRODUCTIONS、株式会社BUZZ GROUP、ツイキャスプレミア

Facts:
- July 14, 2026 (Tue)
- August 14, 2026 (Friday)
- Front area ¥8,800
- General area ¥5,500
- General area (students) ¥3,300

## DEZERT’s grand finale concert of its 47-prefecture tour, “About Our Music,” to stream live exclusively on U-NEXT!

- Published: 2026-06-20T20:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002805.000031998.html
- anchor: #n1148624
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 U-NEXT、USEN＆U-NEXT GROUP、NIPPON CROWN Co., Ltd.、MAVERICK, INC.

Facts:
- A national tour that traveled across all 47 prefectures of Japan
- Exclusive live stream on Saturday, July 11
- Through July 25 (Saturday), 23:59
- March 20 performance at Makuhari Messe Event Hall, Chiba
- Enjoy more than 460,000 movies, dramas, anime titles and more
- More than 1.29 million manga and books also available to stream

## Tokyo NSC’s close-knit 14th class, full of laughs and rivalries, is back to cause a stir this year! “Kageyama presents: 14th Class Rampage Tour in OKINAWA 2026” and “Tokyo 14th Class Talk Live vol.2 ALL IN 2026”

- Published: 2026-06-20T20:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005113.000029501.html
- anchor: #n1148623
- Companies mentioned: 吉本興業株式会社、FANYチケット、ドンデコルテ、益々荘、ネルソンズ、相席スタート、EXIT、きっと君はくるさ

Facts:
- Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026 (national holiday)
- Stand-up segment: doors open 14:30 / show starts 15:00 / ends 16:30
- Corner segment: doors open 17:30 / show starts 18:00 / ends 19:30
- Oct. 6, 2026 (Tue.)
- Doors open 18:45 / show starts 19:30 / ends 21:00

## FENNEL’s League of Legends player MayR selected for Japan’s national team at the Esports Nations Cup 2026, where representative teams from around the world will compete

- Published: 2026-06-20T19:15:25+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000178.000069446.html
- anchor: #n1148620
- Companies mentioned: FENNEL、株式会社Fennel、Esports World Cup Foundation（EWCF）

Facts:
- Total prize pool: US$1.5 million
- The team’s combined social media following totals 4.8 million
- 700 million total YouTube views

## Kishi X releases the music video for “Kyōran,” a bewitching Japanese-style dance track! The group will also embark on its first tour of Tokyo, Nagoya and Osaka, aiming for even greater success!

- Published: 2026-06-20T19:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000738.000059399.html
- anchor: #n1148618
- Companies mentioned: 騎士X - Knight X -、株式会社STPR、すとぷり、STPR Records、STPR Studio

Facts:
- 19:00 on Saturday, June 20, 2026
- To be held from November to January 2026
- 8,800 yen (tax included)
- ¥7,700 (tax included)
- Founded on June 15, 2018

## “NON-STOP MIX,” a collection spanning 50 years of the Super Sentai series, to be released July 29, 2026! Opening and ending themes from all 49 titles featured on a 2-disc set, with DJ Caesar reworking classic theme songs into a nonstop mix

- Published: 2026-06-20T19:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000962.000060459.html
- anchor: #n1148617
- Companies mentioned: ISARIBI株式会社、株式会社リアルアキバ・コミュニケーションズ、METEORA st.

Facts:
- A collection of theme songs from all 49 titles
- 2-disc NON-STOP MIX CD
- Price: 3,850 yen (tax included)
- The Super Sentai series celebrates its 50th anniversary

## The history of theme songs from 50 years of the Super Sentai series, brought together here!! The ultimate 2-disc NON-STOP MIX CD, featuring classic opening and ending themes, is set for release on July 29!

- Published: 2026-06-20T19:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004960.000019470.html
- anchor: #n1148616
- Companies mentioned: テレビ朝日、東映AG、東映、DJシーザー

Facts:
- Theme songs from all 49 titles
- Price: ¥3,850 (tax included)
- Wednesday, July 29, 2026

## 【関西外国語大学】UNFPA（国連人口基金）ラオス事務所とインターンシップ協力協定を締結しました

- Published: 2026-06-20T18:40:22+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000092.000151397.html
- anchor: #n1148609
- Companies mentioned: 関西外国語大学、UNFPA、国連人口基金、UNICEF、国連児童基金、UNDP、国連開発機関

Facts:
- 国連機関とのインターンシップ協定の締結は、UNICEF（国連児童基金）ラオス事務所に続いて2件目になります。
- 6 second-year students from the College of Global Engagement and Associate Professor Kazuo Fukuda are currently taking part in a study visit to Laos and Thailand.
- 2025年に国際共生学部の3人がUNICEF、UNFPA、UNDP（国連開発機関）のラオス事務所でそれぞれインターンシップとして活躍したことなどが協定締結の決め手になっています。
- 関西外国語大学は、世界55カ国・地域の428大学（2026年6月現在）に広がる海外ネットワークを活かし
- 関西外国語大学は、世界55カ国・地域の428大学（2026年6月現在）に広がる海外ネットワークを活かし、年間約1,300人の学生を海外へ送り出しています。
- The university’s 2 campuses in Hirakata, Osaka Prefecture, welcome about 1,100 international students each year

## Ninnaji Temple, head temple of the Omuro School of Shingon Buddhism and a World Heritage site, and the International Disaster Relief Organization (FIDC) will begin selling “Sonae no Mizu,” water with a Ninnaji original label.

- Published: 2026-06-20T18:23:22+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000104656.html
- anchor: #n1148605

Ninnaji Temple and FIDC have partnered to begin selling “Sonae no Mizu,” emergency water with an original label, on June 20, 2026. They are introducing a rolling-stock model to provide drinking water during disasters and strengthen disaster preparedness at temples and shrines.

## The seventh KERA CROSS production, “Sharp-san Flat-san,” opens in Tokyo!

- Published: 2026-06-20T18:04:16+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000291.000046095.html
- anchor: #n1148593

The seventh KERA CROSS production, “Sharp-san Flat-san,” opens in Tokyo on June 19, 2026. The semi-autobiographical work by Keralino Sandorovich is directed by Maggie and is attracting attention.

## Capturing expressions seen nowhere else. Naoki Kunishima, Miku Shimomura and Manabito Tanaka appear in “TRENDiCON No.18”; reservations now open

- Published: 2026-06-20T18:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000185081.html
- anchor: #n1148598

ROOM Factory has opened reservations for the photobook “TRENDiCON No.18.” Naoki Kunishima, Miku Shimomura and Manabito Tanaka appear in about 90 pages of candid photos. Signed instant photos will also be given away by lottery.

## The e-cigarette “DR.CHILL7000” was featured by SU channel, which has 310,000 subscribers

- Published: 2026-06-20T18:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000159724.html
- anchor: #n1148597
- Companies mentioned: SU channel / 旅行

The YouTube channel ‘SU channel / 旅行,’ with 310,000 subscribers, featured DR.CHILL’s disposable e-cigarette ‘DR.CHILL7000.’ Its candid review from a smoker’s perspective is attracting attention.

## Tokyu S Reyes Football School Ikebukuro: REYES CUP260720

- Published: 2026-06-20T18:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000502.000059271.html
- anchor: #n1148596
- Companies mentioned: アディダス、ヤマダデンキ

Tokyu S Reyes Football School Ikebukuro will hold the REYES CUP futsal tournament on July 20, 2026, for students in grades 1–4. It is accepting entries from members, nonmembers and teams, and offering special prices through its Kick Festival campaign.

## Hana Hope’s new song “Hearts Glow,” featuring an overseas producer, has been selected as the ending theme for the July-season TV anime “Sayonara Lara”! It will be released for streaming on July 22 and as a single on August 5!!

- Published: 2026-06-20T18:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004901.000013546.html
- anchor: #n1148595
- Companies mentioned: キネマシトラス、KADOKAWA

Hana Hope’s new song “Hearts Glow” has been selected as the ending theme for the TV anime “Sayonara Lara.” The collaboration with an overseas producer has drawn attention, and the song will be available for streaming from July 22.

## Spend summer vacation at Lumine the Yoshimoto! Special summer vacation and Obon performances announced!

- Published: 2026-06-20T18:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005114.000029501.html
- anchor: #n1148594

Lumine the Yoshimoto will hold special performances during the summer vacation and Obon period in 2026. It aims to attract visitors with competitions featuring popular comedians and giveaways.

## Preorders begin for “Aso Green Glass,” featuring Aso lava infused into glass. Makuake unveils a new vessel that brings out the natural flavors of drinks.

- Published: 2026-06-20T17:52:52+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000185559.html
- anchor: #n1148573
- Companies mentioned: Makuake

岡山県の株式会社みらい has begun advance sales on Makuake of “Aso Green Glass,” made with Aso lava infused into glass. The blend of nature and craftsmanship is drawing attention as a novel vessel that enhances the flavors of drinks.

## Selected as an IT implementation support provider for the “Digitalization and AI Adoption Subsidy 2026”; strengthens HubSpot implementation support

- Published: 2026-06-20T17:46:36+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000164532.html
- anchor: #n1148574
- Companies mentioned: HubSpot

UniteX has been selected as an IT implementation support provider for the “Digitalization and AI Adoption Subsidy 2026” and is strengthening its HubSpot implementation support. It provides end-to-end assistance, from business process design to operational adoption, to advance companies’ digitalization.

## Steel Dragon tosses 8 innings with 13 strikeouts, shuts out TSG; Wei Chuan Dragons claim the 6th half-season title in franchise history

- Published: 2026-06-20T20:42:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202606200165.aspx
- anchor: #n1148640

The Wei Chuan Dragons defeated the TSG Hawks to win the first-half league title.

## Worker falls to his death from 5th floor while sealing an air-conditioning opening from a suspended gondola in Sanzhi, New Taipei

- Published: 2026-06-20T20:36:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202606200166.aspx
- anchor: #n1148635

A worker died after falling from a suspended gondola in Sanzhi District, New Taipei City.

## New Taipei Speaker’s Cup dragon boat race: Mr. CaNoe TAIWAN takes home 600,000

- Published: 2026-06-20T20:35:59+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202606200168.aspx
- anchor: #n1148639

A dragon boat competition hosted by New Taipei City has concluded. Mr. CaNoe TAIWAN won the top division.

## Freight train collision in Munich, Germany, leaves 1 dead

- Published: 2026-06-20T20:27:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606200167.aspx
- anchor: #n1148634

A freight train collision in northern Munich, Germany, has left people dead.

## Climate change fuels northward spread of oak processionary moth caterpillars in northern Germany; Berlin among the hardest-hit areas

- Published: 2026-06-20T20:21:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606200164.aspx
- anchor: #n1148632

The climate change-driven northward spread of the oak processionary moth in Germany and the resulting public health crisis in urban areas.

## Japan faces Tunisia in the 1000th match in World Cup history; milestone game draws attention

- Published: 2026-06-20T20:20:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202606200163.aspx
- anchor: #n1148633

Details of the Japan-Tunisia match, which marks the 1000th game in FIFA World Cup history.

## Yushan Cup: Lin Zongbin hits go-ahead triple, aims to boost draft prospects with his hitting and defense

- Published: 2026-06-20T19:26:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202606200156.aspx
- anchor: #n1148621

Taitung County team captain Lin Zongbin led his team to victory in the Yushan Cup third-place game, showing potential to pursue a professional baseball career.

## Kao Chin-wei talks about his basketball journey at charity event, urges children to pursue their dreams and enjoy the process

- Published: 2026-06-20T19:16:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202606200152.aspx
- anchor: #n1148622

Basketball player Kao Chin-wei spoke at a charity event hosted by the Xiangbin Group, encouraging children to pursue their dreams. The company announced plans to expand its CSR activities and open new locations.

## Chen Ya-lan backs “Ming Yun Hao Hao Wan” revamp, says handing over hosting duties is no awkward matter

- Published: 2026-06-20T19:12:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202606200155.aspx
- anchor: #n1148619

Chen Ya-lan has stepped down as host of the long-running program “Ming Yun Hao Hao Wan” and voiced support for its revamp. The show will refresh its format and bring in younger talent.

## Hsinchu court orders contractor to pay 100 million yen over children’s discovery center; redevelopment as science education center to resume

- Published: 2026-06-20T18:45:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202606200150.aspx
- anchor: #n1148612

The Hsinchu City Government sued a contractor over delays in the construction of a children’s discovery center and won. It secured compensation of around 100 million yen and will proceed with redevelopment as a science education center.

## European powerhouse faces African contender as Germany and Ivory Coast vie for early qualification

- Published: 2026-06-20T18:29:11+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202606200146.aspx
- anchor: #n1148608

A news update on major nations’ bids to advance from the group stage at the 2026 World Cup and the staging of the tournament’s 1000th match.

## Nippon-Ham’s Sun Yi-lei starts and hits 156 km/h, gives up 5 runs over 4 innings in loss

- Published: 2026-06-20T18:22:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202606200144.aspx
- anchor: #n1148610

Pitcher Sun Yi-lei started against SoftBank and showed off a 156 km/h fastball, but lost after giving up 5 runs.

## 桃園流霞谷親水園區1男跳水未浮出 警消搜救中

- Published: 2026-06-20T18:21:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202606200143.aspx
- anchor: #n1148606

A 20-year-old man was involved in a water accident at a water park in Taoyuan City and is currently being searched for.

## Vice President Hsiao joins children in crafts during Hsinchu visit; Zhuang Jing-cheng hopes to build a comprehensive childcare network

- Published: 2026-06-20T18:06:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202606200127.aspx
- anchor: #n1148592

News about Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim’s visit to Hsinchu City and Zhuang Jing-cheng’s policy announcement.