# AI News 180m Report｜2026-06-24 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 1 of 9

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 694 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 121 items from 2 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Meeting growing demand for “adult hobby activities” among women in their 50s: ラフ株式会社 launches “Sumi-e Artist Training Course,” a hands-on online course for learning sumi-e art at home

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:40:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000041.000141757.html
- anchor: #n1190490
- Companies mentioned: ラフ株式会社

Facts:
- On June 24, 2026, we will launch the “Sumi-e Artist Training Course,” a hands-on online course for learning sumi-e art in depth at home.
- Course duration: 6 months

## Selected for the SOMPO Sustainability Index for the 2nd consecutive year

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:39:59+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000183413.html
- anchor: #n1190491
- Companies mentioned: コムシスホールディングス株式会社、SOMPOアセットマネジメント株式会社、日本コムシス株式会社、サンワコムシスエンジニアリング株式会社、株式会社TOSYS、株式会社つうけん、NDS株式会社、株式会社SYSKEN、北陸電話工事株式会社、コムシス情報システム株式会社

Facts:
- A domestic equity ESG investment index comprising approximately 300 stocks with strong ESG (environmental, social and governance) initiatives
- Comprises 59 consolidated subsidiaries
- 8 operating companies

## Watch your favorite players in Takatsuki City: Orix vs. Hanshin Farm League official game to be held

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:38:43+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000933.000118013.html
- anchor: #n1190492
- Companies mentioned: オリックス・バファローズ、阪神タイガース

Facts:
- Capacity: 2,500 people per day
- High school students and older: 1,000 yen in advance (1,200 yen at the door)
- Elementary and junior high school students: 500 yen in advance (600 yen at the door)

## 【JAF Saitama】Enjoy a rainy-day outing for less♪ The “JAF App Coupon Specials” are packed with offers, including a discount on a 1-day pass to ムーミンバレーパーク【Through July 20】

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:37:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000007217.000010088.html
- anchor: #n1190493
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人 日本自動車連盟、JAF、ロイヤルパインズホテル浦和、パレスホテル大宮、ムーミンバレーパーク、ウィンズゴルフステーション新座、熊谷天然温泉 花湯スパリゾート、美楽温泉SPA HERBS、さいたま市大宮盆栽美術館、遠山記念館、長瀞町郷土資料館・旧新井家住宅、メッツァRVパーク

Facts:
- Starting June 20 (Sat.), 2026
- Through Monday, July 20 (holiday)

## Show the town’s “now” and “appeal” visually! 菰野町 launches official Instagram account

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:36:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000126.000166516.html
- anchor: #n1190494
- Companies mentioned: 菰野町、Instagram

Facts:
- 10 people will be selected by lottery to receive a random local specialty from 菰野町
- Application deadline: Friday, July 31, 2026 (Reiwa 8)

## Launch of “5S Implementation Training for Leaders,” which clarifies workplace standards and helps embed them across the organization: Reskill employee training

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:36:32+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000153.000112991.html
- anchor: #n1190495
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社リスキル

## fantasista consolidated subsidiary NC MAX WORLD forms business partnership with luxury real estate developer フォレストガーデン株式会社 on high-value-added property development for affluent clients

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:35:19+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000054.000093934.html
- anchor: #n1190496
- Companies mentioned: fantasista、NC MAX WORLD、フォレストガーデン、Design Do

Facts:
- Capital: 80 million yen
- Capital: 10 million yen

## HUIS representative gives special lecture at Shizuoka University Faculty of Education Affiliated Hamamatsu Junior High School

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:33:44+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000158371.html
- anchor: #n1190497
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社HUIS、遠州織物ブランド「HUIS」、株式会社55634

Facts:
- 対象: 8th-grade students, 106 people
- Showrooms at 7 locations nationwide
- Approximately 80 retailers
- 20–30 times the usual amount of time

## New station opens in the Roppongi area for オールタイムレンタカー, a car-sharing-style rental car service available 24 hours a day

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:33:39+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000044.000071927.html
- anchor: #n1190498
- Companies mentioned: バリュートープ株式会社、オールタイムレンタカー、株式会社イード、株式会社ジゴワッツ、株式会社スマートバリュー

Facts:
- Capital: 107,000,000 yen

## SyntheticGestalt trains a 4D molecular foundation model using NVIDIA nvMolKit, moving toward agent-driven exploration

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:31:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000123750.html
- anchor: #n1190499
- Companies mentioned: SyntheticGestalt株式会社、NVIDIA Corporation

Facts:
- Generated approximately 10 billion conformers
- Generates conformers at approximately 20 times the speed
- Approximately 18,000 conformers per second
- Cuts exploration costs and duration by up to 90%

## Walkers launches “バスケしようよ,” a website for finding and recruiting members for recreational basketball

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:31:04+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000040.000089712.html
- anchor: #n1190500
- Companies mentioned: Walkers、バスケしようよ

Facts:
- More than 300 development and production projects to date
- Supported more than 200 companies

## 【Starting 7/14! Free to attend】ESG webinar for corporate sustainability officers and government resource-circulation officers

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000151416.html
- anchor: #n1190510
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フルハシ環境総合研究所、フルハシEPO株式会社、EcoVadis

Facts:
- Capital: 40 million yen (as of March 2025)

## 【Growing demand for heatwave countermeasures】15,000 cooling towels shipped in 1 month as portable cooling goods draw attention.

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000124.000139758.html
- anchor: #n1190509
- Companies mentioned: 不二貿易株式会社

Facts:
- Cumulative sales have surpassed 55,000 towels
- 15,000 units shipped in approximately 1 month from April to May 2026
- “Cool Poncho”: 2,300 units
- “Neck Hair Band” surpasses approximately 2,000 units

## 【Hiroshima/Sera】Eri Shimatsuka to be at the venue on June 27 and 28 and give a talk: “Picture Books and Enjoying Summer in Finland” 《森と花の絵本ミュージアムGarden Lei》

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000145.000112057.html
- anchor: #n1190508
- Companies mentioned: 森と花の絵本ミュージアムGarden Lei、マリメッコ社、パイ インターナショナル、岩波書店

Facts:
- Adults (junior high school students and older): 1,000 yen
- Children (ages 4 to elementary school students): 300 yen

## 【Little World】“Sky Lantern” event to light up the summer night sky! Reservations open June 24 ＜Aichi＞

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000164.000157222.html
- anchor: #n1190507
- Companies mentioned: 野外民族博物館リトルワールド、スカイランタン協会

Facts:
- Advance reservation ticket (4,200 yen, tax included)
- 500 fireworks launch spectacularly in 5 minutes

## High school student discovers new species! A parasitoid wasp that parasitizes adult weevils【World-first case】

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000171.000135074.html
- anchor: #n1190506
- Companies mentioned: 地方独立行政法人大阪市博物館機構、大阪市立自然史博物館、筑波大学、茗溪学園高等学校、茨城大学農学部、高槻市立自然博物館、ロシア科学アカデミー動物学研究所

Facts:
- Published in the journal Zootaxa on Monday, June 15, 2026.
- In a survey conducted in Ibaraki Prefecture, among 70 adult white-spotted weevils collected,
- 2 were parasitized by parasitoid wasps of the genus Perilitus.
- Approximately 20–50 parasitoid wasp larvae emerged
- The adult white-spotted weevils died within 1 day after the parasitoid wasp larvae emerged.
- In Japan, only 3 species of parasitoid wasps in the genus Perilitus have been recorded, including the newly discovered species.
- As many as 21 species have been recorded in the nearby Russian Far East

## Osaka Metro × Takaraッシュ! Mystery-solving event “２ Worlds and ２ Stories”: the eagerly awaited Osaka edition of the mystery-solving experience for adults, “takarush BLACKLABEL”!

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000219.000037334.html
- anchor: #n1190505
- Companies mentioned: Osaka Metro、株式会社タカラッシュ、takarush BLACKLABEL

Facts:
- Starting Friday, June 26, 2026
- Through Jan. 31, 2027 (Sunday)
- 2,800 yen (tax included)

## Kawasaki ranks No. 1 for the 4th consecutive year! “Top 30 Neighborhoods in Kanagawa to Watch When Searching for Rental Properties” announced (2026 survey)【ニフティ不動産】

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000256.000049786.html
- anchor: #n1190504
- Companies mentioned: ニフティライフスタイル株式会社、ニフティ不動産、川崎市、藤沢市

Facts:
- More than 14 million property listings
- Average rent for a 1K apartment is approximately 75,000 yen
- Average rent for a 1K apartment is approximately 61,000 yen
- Average rent for a 1K apartment is approximately 72,000 yen

## 【Through 6/30】レアジョブ英会話’s first-month 1-yen campaign is underway!

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000287.000015102.html
- anchor: #n1190503
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社レアジョブ、レアジョブ英会話、PROGOS®

Facts:
- A total of 75 million online English conversation lessons
- First-month fee: 1 yen
- 7-day free trial
- The following 1 month for 1 yen

## 【大宮ラクーン】限定コラボ商品多数！濃度100％のサブカルチャー空間「まんだらけ」が6月27日(土)に大宮ラクーン8FにOPEN！

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000308.000096384.html
- anchor: #n1190502
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社浜友Ｅ.Ｆ.、まんだらけ、株式会社まんだらけ、大宮ラクーン

Facts:
- Saturday, June 27
- 大宮ラクーン 8F
- Price: 2,750 yen (tax included)
- Yokai T-shirt: 4,400 yen (tax included)
- Yokai sticker: 440 yen (tax included)
- Yokai acrylic stand: 2,750 yen (tax included)
- Tote bag: 2,200 yen (tax included)
- Sticker set (2 pieces): 660 yen each (tax included)
- A5 size, 263 pages, limited to 250 copies

## Zenken forms business partnership with Hachijuni Staff Service for its overseas talent placement business

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000679.000006978.html
- anchor: #n1190501
- Companies mentioned: Zenken株式会社、八十二スタッフサービス株式会社、八十二長野銀行、NSDC International

Facts:
- Established: September 1986 (Showa 61)
- Capital: 20,000 thousand yen
- Founded: May 2, 1975 (Showa 50)
- Established: July 14, 1978 (Showa 53)
- Capital: 439,530 thousand yen (as of June 30, 2025)

## Free webinar to be held Thursday, 2026/7/16! 5 strategies for delivering results in the first year of a new business — experts in various fields discuss the right steps during the launch phase

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:25:33+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000460.000027964.html
- anchor: #n1190431
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カスタメディア、株式会社シェアウィズ、株式会社バリューイノベーションジャパン、株式会社ネクスウェイ、DXO株式会社

Facts:
- More than 800 support projects to date
- More than 200 client companies
- More than 6,000 videos produced
- ¥300 million in sales

## FPT announces “CASAN,” a strategic framework to support transformation into an AI-native company

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:23:28+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000130.000017750.html
- anchor: #n1190432
- Companies mentioned: FPT、FPTジャパンホールディングス株式会社、FPTソフトウェア、FPTコーポレーショングループ

Facts:
- A global talent pool of more than 30,000 people
- Reduces operating costs in specific areas by approximately 30–50%

## Notice of appointment of an executive

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000103.000045724.html
- anchor: #n1190433
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社河合楽器製作所、はごろもフーズ株式会社

## Family ballet show confirmed【250 parent-child guests (Sagamihara City residents and Kanagawa Prefecture residents) invited free of charge; deadline 7/6】Featuring guest Gachapin, this educational show lets you sing, clap along and enjoy ballet

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:19:15+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000063107.html
- anchor: #n1190434
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アトリエヨシノ、公益財団法人相模原市民文化財団、株式会社オー トマトジュースデザイン

Facts:
- Application deadline: Monday, July 6
- 2026年9月12日（土）第１回12:30開演 / 第２回16:00開演
- General admission: ¥2,000
- Ages 3 to elementary school: ¥1,000
- General sale date: July 15 (Wed.)

## 株式会社げんき農場 launches 4 new processed products, including a new product made with Saitama-grown brand strawberry “Amarin”

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:17:55+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000030.000046508.html
- anchor: #n1190435
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社げんき農場、渡辺パイプ株式会社

Facts:
- ¥400 per bag (tax included)
- ¥700 per bag (tax included)
- ¥800 per bottle (tax included)

## Launch of dedicated server hosting for RuneScape: Dragonwilds

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:17:33+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000136721.html
- anchor: #n1190436
- Companies mentioned: ベストネット合同会社、Jagex Limited、RuneScape: Dragonwilds

Facts:
- Monthly: ¥1,078 (tax included)
- Annual: ¥10,780 (up to 4 players, 6GB memory)
- Monthly: ¥1,848 / Annual: ¥18,480 (up to 6 players, 8GB memory)
- Monthly: ¥3,278 / Annual: ¥32,780 (up to 6 players, 12GB memory)
- The June 24, 2026 update, “Umbral Desert”

## XR and metaverse exhibition evolves into the “XR Industry Applications Exhibition”! Full-scale launch to accelerate industrial DX by holding it as part of NexTech Week

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:16:56+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002096.000026157.html
- anchor: #n1190437
- Companies mentioned: RX Japan合同会社、NexTech Week

Facts:
- Japan’s largest trade show organizer, holding 109 exhibitions across 38 fields annually
- A member of RX Global, which has a network in 25 countries worldwide

## [Second press release] Overcoming the barriers of illness and disability! “Lived Experience Radio” is now streaming, with 3 people sharing their stories, including a former editor-in-chief with aphasia and a gardener with muscular dystrophy.

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:15:19+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000040.000106321.html
- anchor: #n1190438
- Companies mentioned: 特定非営利活動法人エコロジーオンライン、多摩大学、東京都三鷹市

Facts:
- Opened in May 2026
- Suffered a stroke 2 years ago
- Suffered a cerebral infarction in 2024
- Received a diagnosis 2 years ago

## 牛久市市制施行40周年記念企画「2025明治安田Ｊ１リーグ優勝シャーレ・優勝トロフィー」の特別展示を実施します！

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:11:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000185675.html
- anchor: #n1190307
- Companies mentioned: 牛久市、鹿島アントラーズ、明治安田

Facts:
- 2025年シーズン明治安田Ｊ１リーグ優勝シャーレ

## Get started with a free diagnosis. Release of “Revio,” which uses AI to generate a renovation proposal for an existing website just by entering its URL

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:11:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000119628.html
- anchor: #n1190308
- Companies mentioned: ウェル・ビーイング株式会社、Revio

Facts:
- Tickets are available starting at ¥110 (tax included) for the first purchase.
- 通常は1チケット220円（税込）です。

## BIRKENSTOCK POP UP STORE opens at 伊勢丹新宿店

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:10:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000164.000045396.html
- anchor: #n1190309
- Companies mentioned: BIRKENSTOCK、伊勢丹新宿店、BOSTON

Facts:
- ¥22,000 (tax included)

## [August 6 (Thu.)] Kids’ Beauty Adventure career experience

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000183350.html
- anchor: #n1190319
- Companies mentioned: 福岡美容専門学校、福岡県美容生活衛生同業組合

Facts:
- ■Date: August 6 (Thu.)
- ■Time: 11:00 (registration opens at 10:30) / 14:00 (registration opens at 13:30)

## [KIMOTO, a manufacturing company creating excitement for 70 years] Exhibiting at Manufacturing World Tokyo. Proposing “on-site-focused manufacturing DX” through digital twins and business transformation

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000054.000141348.html
- anchor: #n1190318
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社きもと、RX Japan株式会社

Facts:
- July 1, 2026

## Forest Digital raises a total of ¥210 million in Series A funding

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000063.000069887.html
- anchor: #n1190317
- Companies mentioned: フォレストデジタル株式会社、XTech Ventures、北洋銀行、札幌イノベーションファンド、みずほキャピタル、DAZN Japan、クラシル、Cosm、FIFA、十勝毎日新聞社、Jリーグ、鹿島アントラーズ

Facts:
- Recorded sales of approximately ¥16 billion

## GAHO 1st Japan Event: [Start Over] Confirmed!

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000101.000104570.html
- anchor: #n1190316
- Companies mentioned: GAHO、KAVE、梨泰院クラス、キング・ザ・ランド、スタートアップ：夢の扉、秘密の森2、皇后の品格、飛行船シアター、mahocast、e-motion studio

Facts:
- July 26, 2026 (Sunday)
- Reserved seating: 12,100 yen (tax included)
- All seats reserved: 15,400 yen (tax included)

## JTB introduces “Pocket Change” at JTB川越クレアモール店. Convert leftover foreign currency into electronic money before or after traveling.

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000202.000019691.html
- anchor: #n1190315
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ポケットチェンジ、JTB、JTB川越クレアモール店、Suica、Amazon、楽天Edy、WAON、nanaco、au PAY

Facts:
- From June 25, 2026 (Thursday)
- This is the 6th unit installed in Saitama Prefecture
- Supports a total of 10 currencies, including Japanese yen
- Sort your foreign currency in as little as 1 minute

## Livesense establishes 株式会社コミュニケーションドラフト, a new company specializing in technical communications support

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000227.000015443.html
- anchor: #n1190314
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社リブセンス、株式会社コミュニケーションドラフト、株式会社タイミー、DevRel Guild

Facts:
- Effective July 1, 2026
- Capital: 100 million yen
- Boasts a workforce of approximately 700

## [April 2026] Release of the “Medical Institution Master Data Change Analysis Report,” using objective data to examine regional differences in new clinic openings and trends in changes to operating entities

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000341.000078896.html
- anchor: #n1190313
- Companies mentioned: フロッグウェル株式会社、厚生労働省

Facts:
- All 331 new openings were clinics
- The Kanto-Shinetsu region had the most, with 158 cases (approximately 47.7% of the national total)
- There were 81 changes in operating entities nationwide, such as transitions from individual to corporate ownership
- By region, the Kinki region had the most, with 28 cases
- The cases were concentrated particularly in Osaka Prefecture (20 cases)
- A total decrease of 1,296 hospital beds

## A mushroom-shaped light for your garden! Gently illuminate your garden or flower beds with the “Mushroom Garden Light”

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000407.000083381.html
- anchor: #n1190312
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ハック

Facts:
- Suggested retail price: ¥1,280 (tax included)
- Suggested retail price: ¥780 (tax included)
- Suggested retail price: ￥2,680 (tax included)

## A global standard for achieving nature positivity. Bilingual edition of ISO 17620 published — Side event to be held at the Global Nature Positive Summit in Kumamoto —

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000563.000004052.html
- anchor: #n1190311
- Companies mentioned: 一般財団法人日本規格協会、英国規格協会（BSI）、慶應義塾大学 Keio STAR/サステナブルファイナンス研究センター

Facts:
- Published June 1, 2026: ISO 17620:2025
- Published June 15, 2026: BS ISO 17620:2025, BS ISO 17298:2025
- Original publication date: 2025-10-14
- Original publication date: 2025-10-06
- Date and time: July 14, 2026 (Tue.), 17:30–18:30
- US$44 trillion, equivalent to more than half of global GDP, is moderately or highly dependent on nature.
- Original publication date: 2026-04-15
- Publication date: May 21, 2026
- Publication date: March 2, 2026

## [Recommended for studying and reading!] “A cushion that supports concentration” goes on sale at Makuake starting June 24 (Wed.)!

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000970.000080658.html
- anchor: #n1190310
- Companies mentioned: クロスメディア・パブリッシング、澤田棉行、Makuake

Facts:
- Japan’s recycling rate by product category shows that bedding stands at just 2%
- Began operations in 1880
- Weight: approximately 285g
- [Super early-bird special] Concentration Cushion (navy), 1: ¥5,850 (tax and shipping included), limited to 150
- [Early-bird special] Concentration Cushion (navy), 1: ¥6,150 (tax and shipping included), limited to 100
- [Value set] Concentration Cushion, set of 2 (navy × 2): ¥11,100 (tax and shipping included), limited to 50 sets
- [Makuake pre-launch] Concentration Cushion (navy), 1: ¥6,750 (tax and shipping included), limited to 100

## “2026 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Hotels”: MIMARU Tokyo Ginza EAST selected as No. 4 in Japan’s Popular Hotels category (news release)

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:09:19+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002692.000002296.html
- anchor: #n1190320
- Companies mentioned: 大和ハウスグループ、株式会社コスモスイニシア、株式会社コスモスホテルマネジメント、Tripadvisor、Pokémon、Nintendo、Creatures Inc.、GAME FREAK inc.

Facts:
- Selected as No. 4 in Japan’s “Popular Hotels” category
- The MIMARU brand has been included in the rankings for 8 consecutive years since its launch in 2018
- Operates 29 properties in Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka
- A multinational staff drawn from 39 countries and regions

## Subsidies for bicycle helmet purchases: up to ２ thousand yen worth of Machikane Points

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:08:26+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001005.000078420.html
- anchor: #n1190321
- Companies mentioned: 豊中市

Facts:
- The maximum is 2,000 points

## RESERVA reservation system launches an “API integration feature” supporting data integration for the School type

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:08:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000320.000049555.html
- anchor: #n1190322
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コントロールテクノロジー、RESERVA、Salesforce、HubSpot、kintone、Tableau、Looker Studio、Power BI

Facts:
- *As of June 2026, the “API integration feature” is available for the School and Facility types with the Suite plan.

## Launch of “フォーム営業自動化くん,” a service that automates form-based sales outreach

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:07:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000183004.html
- anchor: #n1190323
- Companies mentioned: 合同会社WINXCY、フォーム営業自動化くん

## [200 stores nationwide] Tokyo’s popular izakaya “新時代,” known for long lines, opens its first location in Akashi. Grand opening on July 6, 2026 (Mon.)

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:06:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000262.000070373.html
- anchor: #n1190324
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファッズ、新時代、アトレチコ鈴鹿クラブ、CAヴォトゥポランゲンセ、ジョインヴィレEC、アメリカFC、外食アワード

Facts:
- Currently has approximately 200 locations across Japan
- Group annual sales expected to reach ¥30 billion by the end of the current fiscal year
- 9,000 employees
- 1本50円（税込55円）の揚げ鶏皮串
- Sale: all drinks 94 yen (103 yen including tax)
- Charcoal-grilled domestic mature chicken “どる焼き” ¥480 (¥528 including tax)
- “Fussy Potato Salad, Half” ¥380 (¥418 including tax)
- “10x Nori Isobe-age” ¥380 (¥418 including tax)
- Capital: ¥84,930,000

## applemint representative Shun Sato to speak at Taiwan Business Seminar in Morioka on July 13 at Iwate Prefectural Public Hall

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:03:47+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000137826.html
- anchor: #n1190325
- Companies mentioned: applemint、盛岡台湾HappyProject実行委員会、manordaいわて、岩手台湾同郷会、トラベル・リンク株式会社

Facts:
- Handled promotions targeting Taiwan for more than 100 companies
- Capacity: 40 students
- 2026, the Year of the Horse

## BnA Alter Museumアートルームを手掛ける藤倉麻子、油野愛子、Mon Koutaro Ooyama、MuSuHi(三嶋章義＋高岡春満)の４組による新作インスタレーション発表の展覧会を開催！

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:03:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000063793.html
- anchor: #n1190326
- Companies mentioned: BnA Alter Museum、藤倉麻子、油野愛子、Mon Koutaro Ooyama、MuSuHi、三嶋章義、高岡春満、筒井一隆、平野新、村上美樹、松田将英

Facts:
- Admission: 1,000 yen (includes 1 drink)
- All 31 guest rooms are art rooms created by contemporary Japanese artists
- The property also features a three-dimensional gallery space spanning approximately 30m in height

## Planetarium work “流れ星を探して feat. BUMP OF CHICKEN”: Original merchandise sales information announced!

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:02:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000197.000140736.html
- anchor: #n1190327
- Companies mentioned: コニカミノルタプラネタリウム株式会社、BUMP OF CHICKEN、藤原 基央

Facts:
- All 5 venues
- From Friday, July 3, 2026
- Approximately 40 minutes
- 4,400 yen (tax included)
- 1,320 yen (tax included)
- 1,650 yen (tax included)
- 550 yen (tax included)

## Exhibiting at “Architecture and Building Materials Exhibition Osaka 2026”

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:01:59+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000056.000077626.html
- anchor: #n1190328
- Companies mentioned: リョービ株式会社、株式会社Octa Robotics

Facts:
- Supports doors weighing up to 180kg
- July 2 (Thu.)–3 (Fri.), 2026

## Find the buyer offering the highest price just by sending a photo of your Pokémon cards. Launch of “トレカプロ買取一括査定”

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:01:57+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000183006.html
- anchor: #n1190329
- Companies mentioned: トレカプロ株式会社、Amazon

Facts:
- Amazon gift card worth 1,000 yen
- Capital: 9.9 million yen

## JATCO expands adoption of its “X-in-1” electric powertrain

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:01:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000029.000129050.html
- anchor: #n1190330
- Companies mentioned: ジヤトコ株式会社、日産自動車株式会社

Facts:
- All-new “LEAF” (sales began in North America in 2025)
- “Qashqai” (sales began in Europe in September 2025)
- All-new “KICKS” (sales begin in Japan in June 2026)
- All-new “ELGRAND” (sales scheduled to begin in Japan in summer 2026)
- All-new “ROGUE” (sales scheduled to begin in North America in the second half of 2026)

## NOMU to open its 2nd physical store, “NOMU Kichijoji,” on June 25

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:01:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000167444.html
- anchor: #n1190331
- Companies mentioned: NOMU ENTERPRISE合同会社、Forbes JAPAN、日経クロストレンド

Facts:
- Features a dine-in area with a total of 26 seats
- Offering more than 200 types of drinks
- Creating more than 1 million possible flavor combinations
- NOMU Blue Smoothie: 850 yen (tax included)
- NOMU Collagen Smoothie: 850 yen (tax included)
- Eden Water: 600 yen (tax included)
- Falafel Focaccia: 1,100 yen (tax included)
- Tuna Tune: 950 yen (tax included)

## Spend summer vacation in Kyushu and head to “a world beyond your wildest dreams.” A great-value bundle ticket from JR九州 and ハウステンボス offers savings of up to 5,100 yen! “夏トク★エンジョイ！ハウステンボスきっぷ”

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:50+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000692.000023462.html
- anchor: #n1190332
- Companies mentioned: ハウステンボス、JR九州、エヴァンゲリオン、ミッフィー

Facts:
- Approximately 10,000 yen
- Regular price: 17,100 yen
- 12,000 yen
- About 33 Tokyo Domes in area
- For the 13th consecutive time

## 藍屋 to hold “Setouchi Fair,” featuring fresh whitebait, pike conger and sudachi! New additions include blissful peach desserts and appetizing miso-grilled beef tongue

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000662.000017486.html
- anchor: #n1190333
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社すかいらーくレストランツ、藍屋、八海醸造、無限堂

Facts:
- From June 25, 2026 (Thursday)
- Setouchi Biyori Gozen — choose any dish! 2,699 yen (2,969 yen including tax)
- Setouchi Fresh Whitebait Rice Bowl and Setouchi Tempura Assortment [with tempura]: 2,338 yen (2,572 yen including tax)
- [Setouchi Fresh Whitebait Rice Bowl, à la carte] 1,539 yen (1,693 yen including tax)
- Shabu-shabu with live Setouchi pike conger, ikejime-style: 1,199 yen (1,319 yen including tax)
- Setouchi Sudachi Grated Daikon Udon and Setouchi Tempura Assortment [with tempura]: 1,998 yen (2,198 yen including tax)
- [Setouchi Sudachi Grated Daikon Udon, à la carte] 1,299 yen (1,429 yen including tax)
- 乙姫 Chirashi Sushi Cooling Gozen: 2,799 yen (3,079 yen including tax)

## [Seeking sponsors] ナレソメ予備校, a matchmaking service with an 84.1% marriage rate, to hold “ナレソメFes 2026,” an alumni event for 300–400 people

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000154626.html
- anchor: #n1190334
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ナレソメ、ナレソメ予備校

Facts:
- Marriage success rate: 84.1%
- Groups of 300–400 people
- Monday, October 12, 2026 (national holiday)
- Established: March 2023

## Kanagawa Prefectural Citizens' Mutual Aid Cooperative to hold cultural events in Yokohama for parents and children during summer vacation

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000182586.html
- anchor: #n1190471
- Companies mentioned: 神奈川県民共済生活協同組合、劇団こぐま座、東京科学大学

Facts:
- During the summer vacation period from July 18 (Sat.) to August 23 (Sun.), 2026
- Event date: July 30 (Thu.), 2026
- Event date: August 2 (Sun.), 2026
- Event date: August 11 (Tue., holiday), 2026
- Event date: August 16 (Sun.), 2026
- Event period: 11 days between July 18 (Sat.) and August 23 (Sun.), 2026; 20 classes in total
- Screening period and films: July 24 (Fri.)–July 28 (Tue.)
- Fee: 500 yen
- Adults: 700 yen
- Children (ages 3 through junior high school): 500 yen
- Capacity: 132 people

## 人気ドーナツ店「ホーカスポーカス」と「鰻 北白川」がコラボ 限定「夏の土用ドーナツ」を提供

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000165042.html
- anchor: #n1190470
- Companies mentioned: ホーカスポーカス、鰻 北白川

Facts:
- July 20–August 6, 2026
- Limited to 30 per day
- Eel Polenta: ¥680
- Strawberry Sansho: ¥600
- Yuzu Grapefruit: ¥600
- Matcha Sansho: ¥630

## Kanagawa Prefectural Citizens' Mutual Aid Cooperative to hold “Summer University Outreach Lectures” at 8 universities in Kanagawa Prefecture

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000182586.html
- anchor: #n1190469
- Companies mentioned: 神奈川県民共済生活協同組合、横浜市立大学、相模女子大学、関東学院大学、東海大学、明治学院大学、神奈川大学、麻布大学、横浜美術大学、東京科学大学

Facts:
- 8 universities in Kanagawa Prefecture
- 12 lectures in total
- Starting Monday, July 27, 2026
- Through August 20 (Thu.)
- Registration opens at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 10, 2026
- Deadline: 10:00 a.m. on Friday, July 10

## Make a wish under the night skies of Shizuoka and Hamamatsu. “Shizuoka Lantern” and “Hamamatsu Lantern” will light up summer on July 18 (Sat.), August 14 (Fri.), August 15 (Sat.) and August 29 (Sat.), 2026! Tickets on sale now

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000181115.html
- anchor: #n1190468
- Companies mentioned: 日本e-ランタン協会、らんたん屋

Facts:
- ランタン1基につき4名様まで入場可 4,980円〜
- Admission for up to 6 people per 2 lanterns: from 7,980 yen

## The seasonal rapid train “Resort View Suwako” will offer special summer hospitality

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000160752.html
- anchor: #n1190467
- Companies mentioned: JR東日本、下諏訪町、本陣 岩波家、下諏訪町木遣保存会、NewDaysミニ上諏訪1号店、信濃の風、なとりさんちのたまごや工房、茅野市観光案内所、長野県富士見高等学校、えきねっと

Facts:
- Adults: 840 yen
- Children: 420 yen

## A collaboration across railway company boundaries, brought together by snacks! Experience the perfect pairing of “日々一泡Brewery” and “三幸製菓” in Shibuya. “街中縁日” to be held at SOIL on July 24.

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000101193.html
- anchor: #n1190466
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イナック、西日本旅客鉄道株式会社、株式会社 ジェイアール西日本デイリーサービスネット、三幸製菓株式会社、東急株式会社

Facts:
- “街中縁日” will be held at SOIL (Shibuya Open Innovation Lab, hereafter SOIL) on Friday, July 24, 2026.
- Event details: Date and time: Friday, July 24, 2026, 17:00–21:00
- 3 beers from 日々一泡: Saison, IPA and Stout

## What is the “CRO Package” that boosts CVR with 90% of its optimization measures? A case study on improving スマ留’s website and increasing CVR by 1.27x explained | Webinar on Wed., July 1

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000165526.html
- anchor: #n1190465
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セプテーニ、株式会社セプテーニ・ホールディングス、株式会社リアブロード、株式会社ビービット、スマ留

Facts:
- CVR improved with 90% of the measures implemented
- CVR improved by an average of 1.3x
- CVR increased by up to 1.27x
- Capacity: 300 people

## 新庄村 × WESEEK: “よっとこ！新庄村,” a web service connecting tourists with villagers, launches as a pilot project

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000069006.html
- anchor: #n1190464
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社WESEEK、新庄村、日本で最も美しい村連合

Facts:
- 19 people, including student engineers, took on the development challenge over 3 nights and 4 days
- A total of 121 interns trained
- Established: June 2, 2005

## “Connecting Toyama with space”: Introducing elementary school students to the wonders of space and careers in the space industry!

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000157421.html
- anchor: #n1190463
- Companies mentioned: スペースエントリー株式会社、富山市立蜷川小学校育友会(PTA)

## The 2nd group exhibition, “Drifting Forward,” by scholarship recipients in the art division of the Ezoe Memorial Recruit Foundation, to be held at AWASE Gallery in Tokyo

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000084117.html
- anchor: #n1190462
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人江副記念リクルート財団、AWASE Gallery、シドニー大学カレッジオフアート、都立総合芸術高校美術科、ロンドン芸術大学、セントラル・セント・マーチンズ、東京藝術大学、ベルリン芸術大学、safe house、205 gallery、13B gallery、国立海洋博物館、Peatix

Facts:
- The previous exhibition, “Return Observation,” held in 2025
- July 29, 2026 (Wed.)–August 9 (Sun.)
- Year established: 1976

## First among NPOs: Launching an asset-management scheme that returns investment gains to society

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000037.000038515.html
- anchor: #n1190461
- Companies mentioned: 認定NPO法人ノーベル、CoBe-Tech、Neue Bank AG、Swiss Bridge Capital

Facts:
- First, we aim to raise 1 billion yen in contributions within 1 year
- Investment target: 4–5% annually
- 最低拠出額：1口1,000万円〜
- Investment period: Generally 10 years
- Aiming for total contributions of 10 billion yen by 2030

## “Learn from ヤクルト ladies! How to get through the rainy season in comfort—A thorough look at rainy-season fatigue, food poisoning and UV protection”

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000038.000105438.html
- anchor: #n1190460
- Companies mentioned: 兵庫ヤクルト販売株式会社、ヤクルト

Facts:
- Survey results on whether people have experienced “rainy-season fatigue”
- The survey found that 81% of ヤクルト ladies take measures against UV rays every day during the rainy season.
- 74% of ヤクルト ladies said they “sometimes” feel concerned about hygiene when preparing boxed lunches or meals during the rainy season, compared with other times of the year.

## A Smart, which automates meter reading, to exhibit at TECH BEAT Shizuoka 2026

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000042.000066006.html
- anchor: #n1190459
- Companies mentioned: アシオット株式会社、A Smart、国土交通省、週刊東洋経済、（公社）東京ビルメンテナンス協会、（一社）スマートビルディング共創機構

Facts:
- Reduces the workload of meter reading and inspection by up to 90%
- Cumulative shipments surpass 10,000 units
- Stores up to the latest 1,000 photographs of meter readings

## Notice Regarding Appointments of Directors and Auditors and Personnel Changes Among Executive Officers

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000056.000129658.html
- anchor: #n1190458
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社GSI、札幌証券取引所

Facts:
- Capital

## Eight Knot selected for the “2nd Hiroshima AI Sandbox”

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000063.000077033.html
- anchor: #n1190457
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エイトノット、ユニカス工業株式会社

Facts:
- With about 70% of maritime accidents attributed to human error

## Menstrual concerns increase in summer! A doctor explains how to cope with the “3 major summer menstrual concerns”—and surprisingly little-known ways to address them

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000065.000096150.html
- anchor: #n1190456
- Companies mentioned: 医療法人社団エムズ、クリニックフォア

Facts:
- Consultation fee: ¥1,650 per visit

## 【New size!】A 16 cm size is now available for the “Sukkiri Kurashi Bonzaru,” handy for draining noodles and steaming food, and convenient for preparing small portions!

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000067.000085121.html
- anchor: #n1190455
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ビーワーススタイル

Facts:
- On sale June 24, 2026 (Wed.)
- Raised feet measuring 1.5 cm high
- 2,420 yen (tax included)
- 1,870 yen (tax included)
- ¥2,090 (tax included)
- 2,860 yen (tax included)
- Capital: 10,000,000 yen

## 【Survey report】Report on resale trends for トヨタ Alphard

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000070.000118153.html
- anchor: #n1190454
- Companies mentioned: クイック・ネットワーク株式会社、トヨタ

Facts:
- The 2022 purchase market price surged 56% year on year
- Surged 20% year on year
- Down 19% in 2025
- Cumulative decline projected to reach 23% in 2026
- More than 8,000 companies nationwide
- Flat success fee of 33,000 yen

## 【Limited-time collaboration cafe running through June 30】Celebrating 10th anniversary!! Collaboration announced between the TV anime “Osomatsu-san” and “Yappari Steak”!! Special menu items and limited-edition merchandise featuring newly drawn illustrations available for a limited time!

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000072.000147730.html
- anchor: #n1190453
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オリグレス、ジャパンコンテンツエンターテインメント株式会社、株式会社ディーズプランニング、おそ松さん製作委員会

Facts:
- The hugely popular TV anime “Osomatsu-san,” celebrating its 10th anniversary
- Full collaboration at 5 locations nationwide
- A total of 16 items, including special food and drinks, will be available!
- Approximately 20 locations also operate overseas
- Capital: 1.087 billion yen
- Number of employees: 85 (across the group)

## 【Limited-time collaboration cafe running through June 30】A collaboration between the theatrical film “Zombie Land Saga: Yumeginga Paradise” and くいもの屋わん is underway!! Limited-edition collaboration menu items and new products featuring newly drawn illustrations are also available!

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000073.000147730.html
- anchor: #n1190452
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オリグレス、ジャパンコンテンツエンターテインメント株式会社、株式会社アイライツ、株式会社オーイズミフーズ、くいもの屋わん

Facts:
- 開催 from May 25, 2026 (Mon.)
- For every 3,000 yen spent on original merchandise

## 【Entries open July 15 (Wed.)】The second year of BLUE RIDE, a motorcycle touring event along the coasts of Honshu, will take place in Yamaguchi Prefecture and Kanagawa Prefecture/Tokyo!

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000074.000120952.html
- anchor: #n1190451
- Companies mentioned: BLUE RIDE実行委員会、株式会社ご当地ツーリング

Facts:
- The 2026 event details have been finalized
- エントリー受付は7月15日(水)12:00より開始します
- The 2026 rally period runs from October 10 (Sat.) to December 6 (Sun.)
- Entry plan: 4,000 yen (tax included)

## 【Free trial sessions begin July 1】“ZEAL BOXING STUDIO 二条駅前店,” a 2-minute walk from Nijo Station, grand opens July 15!

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000076.000146700.html
- anchor: #n1190450
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ZEAL、ZEAL BOXING STUDIO 二条駅前店

Facts:
- A 2-minute walk from Nijo Station
- A trial session normally priced at 5,500 yen
- Monthly membership fee permanently discounted by 10%

## McAfee releases its latest “Online Shopping Survey”

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000077.000033447.html
- anchor: #n1190449
- Companies mentioned: マカフィー株式会社、Amazon、楽天市場

Facts:
- 41% reported experiencing some kind of problem or negative experience during major sales events
- 81% have changed their shopping habits
- More than half (61%) consider finding low-priced products important
- About 1 in 3 people (34%) are confident they can avoid online shopping scams
- More than 1 in 4 respondents (26%) have lost money to online shopping scams

## THA, which develops AI President, and Vision Base establish “AI Tower Japan,” a joint organization aiming to become the “Tokyo Tower” of the AI industry

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000081.000139335.html
- anchor: #n1190448
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社THA、Vision Base株式会社、AI Tower Japan、AIリーダーズクラブ

Facts:
- Aiming to reach a scale of 80 companies in the future
- More than 60 companies have adopted AI President
- July 22, 2026 (Wed.), 12:00–13:30

## Anna Kreshchenko, CEO of Flora株式会社, appointed outside director of 株式会社西京銀行

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000088.000072971.html
- anchor: #n1190447
- Companies mentioned: Flora株式会社、株式会社西京銀行

Facts:
- Sankyo Bank’s annual shareholders’ meeting held on June 25, 2026
- In January 2025
- Founded Flora株式会社 in 2020

## 【From Higashiosaka】Table-mounted pet chair “Chocorin (チョコリン),” allowing dogs and cats to share the table at eye level, obtains a patent for a chair structure that makes it easier for pets to turn freely

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000090.000023076.html
- anchor: #n1190446
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ピーナッツ・クラブ

Facts:
- Patent No. 7878791
- Price: 8,778 yen (tax included)
- Approximately 37 cm wide
- About 53cm deep
- Approximately 30 cm tall
- Approximately 5.5 cm high
- Weight: approximately 1.5 kg

## Donggi-Senoro LNG project for exports to Japan causes severe harm to local livelihoods—Indonesian residents submit a petition to JBIC and other Japanese public- and private-sector organizations seeking a resolution

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000095.000077060.html
- anchor: #n1190445
- Companies mentioned: 三菱商事、国際協力銀行（JBIC）、日本貿易保険（NEXI）、三菱UFJ、三井住友、みずほ、認定特定非営利活動法人 FoE Japan

Facts:
- Japanese companies purchase about 65% of the LNG produced
- Total coordinated financing of approximately US$1.527 billion
- 三菱商事, the project’s largest shareholder, with an approximately 45% stake

## Doctors warn about the much-discussed “ear fungus”! “Ear warming” is increasing discomfort and irritation! NTTソノリティ and nwm（ヌーム） announce summer earphone risks and countermeasures

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000106.000106079.html
- anchor: #n1190444
- Companies mentioned: NTTソノリティ、nwm（ヌーム）、慶友銀座クリニック

Facts:
- A survey of 639 men and women nationwide
- 不快感を「感じる」人は約6割（59.4%）
- That figure rises to 61.1% on hot summer days and during extreme heat
- 不快感があっても放置した経験がある人も約6割（57.7%）
- The face (49.1%) and the area around the neck (38.3%) ranked highest
- The ears accounted for just 14.9%
- Temperature around the ears rises by approximately 1.8°C

## Cafes and restaurants opening at Tennoji Mio this summer and fall

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000114.000030778.html
- anchor: #n1190443
- Companies mentioned: ＪＲ西日本ＳＣ開発株式会社、スターバックス、スターバックスティー＆カフェ、ムシベジプラスカフェ、わのわカフェ、アジアンダイニング＆カフェわのわ、TEAVANA

Facts:
- A first for the Tennoji-Abeno area, boasting 139 seats, among the largest in Kansai
- “スターバックスティー＆カフェ,” a space of approximately 105 tsubo
- 3 new cafes and restaurants will open in succession from July to September 2026

## MIMARU東京 銀座EAST selected as Japan’s 4th most popular hotel in the “2026 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Hotels”

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000117.000081858.html
- anchor: #n1190442
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コスモスホテルマネジメント、Tripadvisor、MIMARU、MIMARU東京 銀座EAST、Pokémon、Nintendo、Creatures Inc.、GAME FREAK inc.

Facts:
- Ranks 4th in Japan’s “Popular Hotels” category
- The MIMARU brand has been included in the rankings for 8 consecutive years since its launch in 2018
- With “staying together” as its concept, MIMARU operates 29 properties in Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka
- A multinational staff drawn from 39 countries and regions

## It’s summer! It’s pool time! Summerland! Outdoor pools open in full on 7/4 (Sat.)!

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000120.000055489.html
- anchor: #n1190441
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社東京サマーランド、東亜道路工業株式会社、株式会社ハーレージャパン、Hurley

Facts:
- Pool length: approximately 210 m
- Waterway width: 6 m
- Water depth: 1.0 m (varies with the waves)
- Water surface area: 1,260 m²
- A massive 1.2 t of water cascades all at once from the giant barrel overhead
- 乗用車 1 台 平日 1,500 円
- ¥2,000 on weekends and holidays, and on 8/10 and 8/12–14
- Approximately 35 minutes by route bus from JR or Keio Hachioji Station
- Approximately 10 minutes by route bus from Akigawa Station on the JR Itsukaichi Line
- Approximately 8 km from Hachioji IC on the Chuo Expressway (Exit 2 for traffic from central Tokyo)
- Approximately 0.5 km from Akiruno IC on the Ken-O Expressway

## A cheese company’s project to listen to the real voices of expectant mothers and moms: QBB holds its first collaboration event with an obstetrics clinic for expectant mothers and their families

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000122.000097662.html
- anchor: #n1190440
- Companies mentioned: 六甲バター株式会社、小国病院、ロイヤルパークホテル

Facts:
- Participants: 52 groups of expectant mothers and their family members
- ※ Combined total for 三 sessions: approximately 120 people
- June 21, 2026

## Make “your first e-sports experience” a summer memory! “Everyone’s E-Sports Festival” brings generations together for fun

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000126.000106308.html
- anchor: #n1190439
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人東京都スポーツ文化事業団、esports Style UENO、SPOPITA、DIDIM、TBS、ALF

Facts:
- August 11, 2026
- 10:00～16:00
- Capacity: 48 people

## あなたの「推しマンゴー」が半額に！台湾甜商店の恒例企画『芒果（マンゴー）総選挙2026』が開催！

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000134.000036360.html
- anchor: #n1190406
- Companies mentioned: 台湾甜商店、グレイス株式会社

Facts:
- From July 6 (Mon.), 2026
- 2026年7月6日（月）〜7月26日（日）
- Starting August 15, 2026 (Sat.)
- 2026年8月15日（土）～8月25日（火）
- 9 types in total

## Online event starting at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 27! A handpicked introduction to 《5 types》 of investment styles that put your assets to work for you!

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000139.000030719.html
- anchor: #n1190405
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社幻冬舎ゴールドオンライン、株式会社レベクリ

Facts:
- Project costs: approximately 182 million yen
- Sale price: 282 million yen
- Total profit: approximately 100 million yen
- Estimated sale price: approximately 300 million yen
- Estimated total profit: approximately 115 million yen
- Occupancy rate: 90%
- Annual rental income of 50 million yen

## Sales begin for the portable scissors “Fit Cut Curve Twiggy” and tape glue “Norino Pod” in the “Limited Sanrio Characters Design” edition

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000148.000065544.html
- anchor: #n1190404
- Companies mentioned: プラス株式会社、サンスター文具株式会社、株式会社サンリオ

Facts:
- Portable scissors “Fit Cut Curve Twiggy, Limited Sanrio Characters Design” priced at 1,210 yen (tax included)
- Tape glue “Norino Pod, Limited Sanrio Characters Design” priced at 528 yen (tax included)
- On sale starting July 1, 2026

## ヒロクリニック Cosmetic Dermatology begins offering “Pico Laser,” “IPL” and “HIFU” at its Hakata Station Front and Yokohama Station Front clinics

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000160.000059603.html
- anchor: #n1190403
- Companies mentioned: 医療法人社団福美会、ヒロクリニック、東京衛生検査所

Facts:
- More than 75,000 NIPT tests performed
- A 99.98% rate of results being reported
- Detects more than 200 types of single-gene disorders

## Ecovacs introduces the “DEEBOT T90 Series” robot vacuum at pet facilities including cat cafes and indoor dog runs

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000164.000017926.html
- anchor: #n1190402
- Companies mentioned: エコバックスジャパン株式会社、リポット株式会社、猫カフェMocha渋谷公園通り店、DOG SOCIALIZE CLUB

Facts:
- High-pressure cleaning with hot water up to 75°C
- Used by households in 180 countries around the world, with more than 38 million households
- The DEEBOT X Series has achieved cumulative global sales of 3.1 million units

## JMDC, オムロン and 筑波大学 develop a highly accurate model for predicting sleep apnea syndrome (SAS) risk using claims, health checkup and life-log data

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000171.000120244.html
- anchor: #n1190401
- Companies mentioned: JMDC、オムロン、筑波大学

Facts:
- The number of potential SAS patients in Japan is approximately 9.4 million
- Target: large-scale data collected from approximately 1.86 million Pep Up users
- Approximately 18.69 million records in total
- Approximately 30% (28.3%) of those whose predicted scores ranked in the top 1%
- Approximately 10% (10.3%) of those whose predicted scores ranked in the top 10%
- When testing randomly (prevalence of 1.6% in the study population)

## A future exhibit—the second newly developed product to be commercialized—emerges from a company participating in the 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo’s Reborn Challenge

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000174.000060384.html
- anchor: #n1190400
- Companies mentioned: 大阪信用金庫、大阪商工会議所、プリマール株式会社

Facts:
- Participation by 19 groups and 73 companies
- 3000 visitors in 1 week

## A company participating in the 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo’s Reborn Challenge launches a practical next-generation ambient-temperature misting machine to address labor shortages and advance sustainable agriculture

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000175.000060384.html
- anchor: #n1190399
- Companies mentioned: 大阪信用金庫、大阪商工会議所、有光工業株式会社

Facts:
- Participation by 19 groups and 73 companies

## 株式会社PRIZMA sponsors Japan’s largest startup conference, “IVS2026,” as a Gold Sponsor; details of its next-generation HR aptitude test “Altego Fit” unveiled for the first time

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000182.000149156.html
- anchor: #n1190398
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社PRIZMA、IVS2026、Altego Fit、情報戦略テクノロジー、VCスタートアップ健康保険組合、DMM、Framer B.V.

Facts:
- The event will be held in Kyoto from July 1 (Wed.) to 3 (Fri.), 2026
- At “UPDATE STAGE” on July 1, 2026 (Wed.)
- Date and time: July 1, 2026 (Wed.), 15:30–16:30

## Nobel laureates, global accelerators and leaders in space, AI and regenerative medicine gather in Osaka! Speakers for “Global Startup EXPO 2026 (GSE2026),” taking place in October, announced one after another!

- Published: 2026-06-24T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000195.000090165.html
- anchor: #n1190397
- Companies mentioned: Global Startup EXPO 2026 実行委員会、レグセル株式会社、クオリプス株式会社、さくらインターネット株式会社、株式会社旭化成

Facts:
- 開催日：2026年10月5日（月）～10月7日（水）
- 3 days, from October 5 to 7, 2026 (Mon.–Wed.)
- Approximately 15 companies are scheduled to take the stage at the finals