# AI News 180m Report｜2026-06-29 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 1 of 9

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 795 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 46 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## 日本化薬、第23回 日本知財学会「産業功労賞」を受賞

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:43:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000185933.html
- anchor: #n1253060
- Companies mentioned: 日本化薬株式会社、日本知財学会

Facts:
- An intellectual property department with approximately 30 members
- Founded in 1916

## Parking Science to exhibit at Startup World Cup 2026 Tokyo Regional Competition

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:42:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000064.000113739.html
- anchor: #n1253061
- Companies mentioned: パーキングサイエンス株式会社、Startup World Cup 2026、P-Collection、Park-Labo、Parking Science Mobility Report（PSMR）

Facts:
- A nationwide database of approximately 150,000 parking lots
- Approximately 9,800 parking search records
- To be held on July 17, 2026

## A new accommodation plan lets guests enjoy horse racing in comfort from the guest seats at Sapporo Racecourse! [JRA × Keio Plaza Hotel Sapporo]

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:42:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000082.000099427.html
- anchor: #n1253062
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社京王プラザホテル札幌、JRA（日本中央競馬会）

Facts:
- Sapporo Racecourse is approximately 15 minutes from Keio Plaza Hotel Sapporo by public transportation
- From July 24 (Fri) to September 6 (Sun), 2026
- Through August 30 (Sun), 2026
- The admission ticket (¥100) is not included in the plan price and must be purchased separately.

## Introduces the Public Personal Authentication Service (JPKI) as an identity verification method when opening an account

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:40:27+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000883.000052387.html
- anchor: #n1253063
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社外為どっとコム、株式会社Liquid

Facts:
- 購入価格：1Lot あたり約 40～999 円
- ロスカット手数料（1 取引単位あたり）：店頭指数 CFD 取引 110 円（税込）、店頭商品CFD 取引 110 円（税込）

## Japan faces Brazil on the 30th! Broadcast schedule for the knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup 2026

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:40:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000074.000160617.html
- anchor: #n1253064
- Companies mentioned: NHK、FIFA、日本放送協会

Facts:
- A total of 15 matches, including the final, to be broadcast live on terrestrial TV
- June 30 (Tue), BS, 2 a.m.: Japan vs. Brazil

## Catan, the iconic board game, gets another popular expansion!

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:39:41+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000061.000051468.html
- anchor: #n1253065
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ジーピー、GP Inc. Japan

Facts:
- An astonishing cumulative total of more than 45 million units sold
- Price: ¥5,400 (¥5,940 including tax)
- Price: ¥5,800 (¥6,380 including tax)
- Players: 3–4
- Play time: 120 minutes or more
- Players: 2–4
- Play time: 100 minutes or more
- Kanto regional tournament, with around 600 participants
- More than 1,300 participants across all venues combined

## Official launch of the Hanshow AI-powered platform “xPilot”: Moving from data utilization to real-time execution, ushering in a new stage of digital transformation for retail stores

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:39:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000180931.html
- anchor: #n1253066
- Companies mentioned: Hanshow、NRF APAC 2026、Aブランド

Facts:
- NRF APAC 2026

## A must-see for the automotive, food packaging, semiconductor, and medical industries: Laser marking now supports materials that are sensitive to heat and applications requiring high-definition printing! Launch of the ultra-compact 5W UV laser marker with expanded external control functions, model “LMS2-UV05B”

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:36:54+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000290.000049537.html
- anchor: #n1253067
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社光響

Facts:
- Ultra-compact 5W UV laser marker
- Increases the number of input terminals from 2 to 10
- Increases the number of output terminals from 2 to 8

## Industry highlight: “Wearable fan apparel you'll want to show off” arrives from KOBE LETTUCE, a women's casualwear brand

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:35:43+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000159215.html
- anchor: #n1253068
- Companies mentioned: KOBE LETTUCE、株式会社サンエス、株式会社マキシム、FZN・空調風神服®、EXFROZEN

Facts:
- Large 10,000mAh capacity
- Approximately 3.5 hours on HIGH
- Approximately 10 hours on LOW
- ¥11,900 (tax included)
- 13,900 yen (tax included)

## Just launched★ A new flavor, “Caramel Macchiato,” joins the popular WPC Lacto Zero protein series, available from June 27 (Fri)

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:33:42+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000267.000083735.html
- anchor: #n1253069
- Companies mentioned: Naturecan株式会社、Naturecan Fitness

Facts:
- List price: ¥6,500
- Launch sale price: ¥5,850
- Net weight: 640 g
- Net weight: 640 g (20 servings)
- プロテイン量：21ｇ（1食あたり）

## ZeroBankX Japan named a new official sponsor of the Japan Esports Union

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:30:52+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000218.000039144.html
- anchor: #n1253070
- Companies mentioned: ZeroBankX Japan、一般社団法人日本eスポーツ協会、JESU、国際eスポーツ連盟、世界eスポーツ連盟、アジアeスポーツ連盟、株式会社マウスコンピューター、興和株式会社、TOPPAN株式会社、めぐりズム、ミズノ株式会社、一般財団法人上月財団、公益財団法人ミズノスポーツ振興財団、一般社団法人コンピュータエンターテインメント協会、一般社団法人日本オンラインゲーム協会、一般社団法人日本アミューズメント産業協会、一般社団法人デジタルメディア協会

Facts:
- JESU was established in 2018
- Established: September 2025

## 身体前面も覆い、冷却面積が約2倍に！メディエイドのペルチェ式冷水循環服に専用新パッド「ベスト型冷却パッド」、6月29日よりラインアップ追加

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:30:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000642.000002354.html
- anchor: #n1253071
- Companies mentioned: 日本シグマックス株式会社、MEDIAID、厚生労働省

Facts:
- Expands the cooling area to approximately 2 times its original size
- The number of workers suffering injuries or fatalities resulting in 4 or more days off work reached a record 1,803
- Icing Gear Vest 2 vest-style cooling pad, pad only … ¥31,000
- Icing Gear Vest 2 with vest-style cooling pad, with battery … ¥155,000
- Icing Gear Vest 2 with vest-style cooling pad, without battery … ¥125,000

## MetLife joins “Global Citizen Live: Tokyo,” the first Japanese music event by Global Citizen

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:30:04+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000650.000005541.html
- anchor: #n1253072
- Companies mentioned: メットライフ生命保険株式会社、Global Citizen、メットライフ財団、FIFA Global Citizen教育基金

Facts:
- 世界ではいま、およそ2億5千万人の子どもたちが教育の機会に十分アクセスできていません。
- メットライフ財団は、FIFA Global Citizen教育基金の創設ドナーとして900万米ドルを拠出しており
- It has provided more than $1 billion in support to date.

## [Sapporo] てつなぎ訪問看護ステーション welcomes 10 nursing students from 札幌保健医療大学 for home-visit nursing practicums

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000169763.html
- anchor: #n1253094
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マジカルケア、てつなぎ訪問看護ステーション、札幌保健医療大学、グループホーム ミライエ、イナンクル B型就労支援

Facts:
- 5 groups of 2

## 福福青果市場, bringing together fresh produce directly from producers across the prefecture, opens on the 2nd floor of Jura Mall in front of Fukui Station

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000045.000117687.html
- anchor: #n1253093
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社大津屋、福井市観光物産館「福福館」、こっぽい屋、ゆうき・げんき正直農業

Facts:
- The sales floor covers 16 tsubo
- Building a producer network of approximately 150 members

## Design security operations tailored to your organization for the AI era. Workshop service offering hands-on experience with Microsoft Purview now available

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000052.000074398.html
- anchor: #n1253092
- Companies mentioned: BIPROGY、Microsoft、Microsoft 365 Copilot

## JBCC Holdings selected for the Minkabu Awards 2025

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000063.000141649.html
- anchor: #n1253091
- Companies mentioned: ＪＢＣＣホールディングス株式会社、MINKABU（みんかぶ）

Facts:
- Revenue: ¥76,019 million
- Operating profit: ¥7,308 million
- 年間配当は1株当たり42円
- Net sales: ¥79,500 million
- Operating profit: ¥8,745 million
- 年間配当は1株当たり50円

## New wines join the Found Stone series! “Found Stone Sauvignon Blanc 2025” and “Found Stone Pinot Noir 2025” now available

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000098.000132850.html
- anchor: #n1253090
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社モトックス、バートン・ヴィンヤーズ

Facts:
- Alcohol content: 12.5%
- Alcohol content: 13%
- Suggested retail price: ¥1,250 (excluding tax)
- Founded in 1915
- Celebrating its 110th anniversary in 2025

## M2X, which provides DX solutions for equipment maintenance, raises ¥1.14 billion in Series A funding

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000121.000131729.html
- anchor: #n1253089
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社M2X、Angel Bridge株式会社、三菱UFJキャピタル株式会社、株式会社自動車ファンド、株式会社商工組合中央金庫、株式会社りそな銀行、株式会社日本政策金融公庫、トヨタ自動車九州、ロッテ、レンゴー、株式会社タチエス、マークラインズ株式会社

Facts:
- Revenue grew by 700%
- Solutions now deployed across 40 industries

## [チクマ | Women's businesswear] Fall/winter catalog and new products announced!

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000126.000041141.html
- anchor: #n1253088
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社チクマ、ALPHA PIER、YUKI TORII、MARY QUANT、アイトス、旭蝶繊維、サンエス、TS DESIGN、㈱NCS

Facts:
- 120 years of experience and expertise
- A cumulative total of 19.1 million items

## NELKE WEST PROJECT vol.2 stage production “Pepperoni Vampire”: Official resale begins on チケプラTrade from June 29 (Mon)!

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000132.000170825.html
- anchor: #n1253087
- Companies mentioned: NELKE WEST PROJECT、チケットプラス、マンガボックス、サルメカンパニー、ENVii GABRIELLA、チケプラTrade、チケプラアプリ、チケプラSDK、エムアップホールディングス、EMTG

Facts:
- Weekdays: ¥7,000
- Weekends: ¥7,500
- Weekdays: ¥8,000
- Weekends: ¥8,500
- E-ticket adopted by more than 1,000 artists in total
- A tour on a scale of 500,000 people

## Visual kei rock band 甘い暴力 will hold “甘い暴力 Kuso Presents: The Great Training Session for M-types Only -Final Chapter-” starting in July! Ticket Pia electronic tickets and Ticket Pia Trade to be introduced!

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000133.000170825.html
- anchor: #n1253086
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社チケットプラス、甘い暴力

Facts:
- Ticket prices (tax included)
- E-ticket adopted by more than 1,000 artists in total

## Official resale for “Chainsaw Man: The Stage — Reze Arc” will gradually begin on チケプラTrade from Jun. 29 (Mon.)!

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000135.000170825.html
- anchor: #n1253085
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社チケットプラス、チケプラTrade、株式会社エムアップホールディングス、チケプラ、チケプラSDK

Facts:
- E-ticket adopted by more than 1,000 artists in total
- A tour on a scale of 500,000 people
- July 25, 2026 (Sat.) – August 2, 2026 (Sun.) | Tokyo | Tennoz Galaxy Theatre
- August 7, 2026 (Fri.) – August 12, 2026 (Wed.) | Kyoto | Kyoto Theatre
- Oct. 1, 2025

## [Held July 24 (Fri.)] Learn from real-world cases! The front lines of incident response 2026

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000147.000104608.html
- anchor: #n1253084
- Companies mentioned: NECネクサソリューションズ、株式会社ティムス、慶應義塾大学大学院KMD研究科

Facts:
- The event will be held from 14:00 to 16:30 on July 24, 2026 (Fri.), at the Convention Hall on the 1st floor of the NEC Chubu Building.
- Applications are being accepted through July 23, 2026 (Thu.).
- Capacity: 100 people

## Won 3 Engineering Merit Awards for 2026

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000176.000061878.html
- anchor: #n1253083
- Companies mentioned: JFEエンジニアリング株式会社、一般財団法人エンジニアリング協会、日本CCS調査株式会社

Facts:
- Won a record 3 awards in the Engineering Merit Award category
- There are 15 project awards in total in the 2026 Engineering Merit Award category
- Incinerates 500 tons of waste per day
- Power output: 11.6 MW
- Generates 91,872 MWh annually
- Reduces CO₂ emissions by approximately 627,000 tons
- Liquefies and stores around 10,000 tons of CO₂ annually

## Minipiyo of ZETA DIVISION’s FORTNITE division qualifies for the Esports World Cup 2026!

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000193.000041650.html
- anchor: #n1253082
- Companies mentioned: GANYMEDE株式会社、ZETA DIVISION

Facts:
- Total prize pool: $1 million
- Approximately ¥150 million
- 75 million dollars
- Approximately 11.5 billion yen
- 30 million dollars

## [Submissions open] [Judges selected] 18th Kyoto Film Pitching — 3 judges, including director Isshin Inudo

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000290.000103029.html
- anchor: #n1253081
- Companies mentioned: 特定非営利活動法人映像産業振興機構（VIPO）、東映株式会社、株式会社松竹

Facts:
- Rights to produce a pilot video worth ¥3.5 million
- Must arrive by July 21, 2026 (Tue.)

## [Speaking at Nikkei Cross Trend FORUM 2026] Sanrio and News Technology discuss “What are customer touchpoints in the AI era, viewed through ‘Sanrio Time’?”

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000304.000041209.html
- anchor: #n1253080
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社サンリオ、株式会社ニューステクノロジー、株式会社ベクトル

Facts:
- Our taxi signage network has been installed in 11,500 vehicles
- 26,983 corporate taxis in the Special Wards and Musashino-Mitaka transportation area
- Boasts an approximately 42% coverage rate
- Travel time in taxis used by 7.7 million people per month

## [エブール] New coats rooted in the brand’s origins take center stage at the “2026 Fall & Winter COAT COLLECTION ORDER EVENT,” held at 10 stores nationwide

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000373.000140499.html
- anchor: #n1253079
- Companies mentioned: エブール、LITTLE LEAGUE INC.、日本橋店、松坂屋名古屋店、伊勢丹新宿店、GINZA SIX店、大阪店、二子玉川店、心斎橋店、六本木店、阪急うめだ店おもてなしサロン、京都店、ELLE SHOP

Facts:
- 19 coat styles in total
- ¥132,000 (tax included)
- ¥253,000 (tax included)
- ¥275,000 (tax included)
- ¥165,000 (tax included)
- July 10 (Fri.) – September 13 (Sun.)

## Rich, full-bodied flavor with a clean finish! ハーゲンダッツ’ new series: ハーゲンダッツ Mini Cup Gelati, “Tropical Rich & Coconut” and “Salty Caramel & Pistachio”

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000429.000012760.html
- anchor: #n1253078
- Companies mentioned: ハーゲンダッツ ジャパン株式会社、ハーゲンダッツ

Facts:
- [Net volume] 110 ml.
- [Price] 373 yen
- 66% fruit juice and fruit pulp
- More than 30 trial batches
- Salt content adjusted in increments of 0.01%

## Aooo named FM AICHI’s “Menicon Music Contact” monthly personality for July 2026!

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000708.000036704.html
- anchor: #n1253077
- Companies mentioned: FM AICHI、株式会社エフエム愛知、Aooo、Menicon Music Contact、radiko、赤い公園、YOASOBI、ももいろクローバーZ、MASIONdes、星街すいせい、Sony Music

Facts:
- Their first solo concert at Nippon Budokan, “Budoookan,” is scheduled for November
- Every Saturday, 12:30–13:00
- Nagoya: FM 80.7 MHz
- Toyohashi: FM 81.3 MHz

## [株式会社NIJIN] Junior high school teachers from across Japan gather! “Junior High School Terrace Summit 2026,” an in-person event focused on the shift from student guidance (Control) to student support (Empowerment), to be held on August 1

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000823.000099150.html
- anchor: #n1253076
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NIJIN、カタリバ

Facts:
- Aug. 1, 2026
- 12:30〜16:30
- 2,000 yen
- Early-bird discount: ¥1,500

## [Hokkaido only] “Hokkaido Specialty Ramen Salad with Pork Shabu-Shabu” launches! A new product arrives in time for the height of summer!

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001005.000155396.html
- anchor: #n1253075
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン

Facts:
- Price: ¥368 (¥397.44 including tax)

## “Campus Eraser That Erases Well Without Breaking Easily” wins the Excellence Award in the Sustainable category at 日本文具大賞!

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001349.000048998.html
- anchor: #n1253074
- Companies mentioned: コクヨ株式会社、日本文具大賞

Facts:
- Launched in September 2025
- 35th 日本文具大賞 2026

## [Takarajimasha’s early-summer cookbooks] Two new books arrive, including the latest recipe collection from popular food writer Yukari Aoki (♪♪maron♪♪), known for making “authentic flavor in 10 minutes” possible!

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002450.000005069.html
- anchor: #n1253073
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社宝島社、クックパッド、エムディエヌコーポレーション、iwaki

Facts:
- More than 280,000 Instagram followers
- More than 2,700 recipes
- List price: 1,320 yen (tax included)
- Price: ¥2,992 (tax included)
- More than 8 million copies sold cumulatively
- More than 1.6 million followers on X
- More than 1.48 million Instagram followers

## ピアジェ holds its high jewelry exhibition, “Color of Extraleganza,” in Menton, France

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:28:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000237.000009252.html
- anchor: #n1252979
- Companies mentioned: ピアジェ、リシュモンジャパン 合同会社

Facts:
- “Blue Illusion” necklace: ¥325,600,000 (tax included / estimated price)
- Ring: ¥83,160,000 (tax included / estimated price)
- Earrings: ¥63,800,000 (tax included / estimated price)
- “Flamboyant Link” sautoir necklace: ¥77,880,000 (tax included / estimated price)
- Earrings: ¥23,320,000 (tax included / estimated price)
- Ring: ¥13,200,000 (tax included / estimated price)
- “Gold Swirl” ring: ¥11,176,000 (tax included / estimated price)
- “Gold Swirl” earrings: ¥13,200,000 (tax included / estimated price)
- “Gems Pop” sautoir necklace: ¥79,200,000 (tax included / estimated price)

## [Pao Crepe × Gelato] “Gelato Crepe,” a new kind of dessert perfect for summer, now on sale at パオクレープミルク Nishijin Praliva store!

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:25:47+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000181538.html
- anchor: #n1252980
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ミルクワークス、パオクレープミルク

Facts:
- 6 varieties of gelato crepes

## [OMO by 星野リゾート] An alternative to staying at the family home: proposing “hotel visits,” a growing trend shaped by families seeking a comfortable balance and just the right amount of distance

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:23:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002370.000033064.html
- anchor: #n1252981
- Companies mentioned: 星野リゾート、OMO

Facts:
- Data indicate that this accounts for approximately 20% of stays during the Obon holiday period
- Rooms accommodating 3 or more guests account for approximately 40%
- Currently operates 18 facilities

## Silicon photonics market set to reach $2.1 billion by 2034; LightBridge to demonstrate its photonics design platform at “Photonics and Laser Kansai 2026”

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000118815.html
- anchor: #n1252984
- Companies mentioned: LightBridge、Semiconductor Insight、Ansys、Smart Photonics、LIGENTEC、株式会社オプトロニクス社

Facts:
- Expected to grow to $2.10 billion by 2034
- The compound annual growth rate is projected to reach 9.6%
- $850 million in 2025
- July 15 (Wed.) and 16 (Thu.), 2026

## Launch of the “DID/VC共創コンソーシアム AI Agent × Financial Transactions Working Group”

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000105972.html
- anchor: #n1252983
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社VESS Labs、三菱UFJ信託銀行、株式会社三菱UFJフィナンシャル・グループ、DID/VC共創コンソーシアム

Facts:
- 53 member companies (as of the end of June, year 26)

## Even if companies want to bring manufacturing back to Japan, there aren’t enough people to work in factories—the front lines of “autonomous factories” supporting a labor-short Japan after the baby-boom generation retires

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002103.000026157.html
- anchor: #n1252982
- Companies mentioned: RX Japan合同会社、ソフトバンクロボティクス(株)、YATOMIエンジ(株)、(株)ヤマトシステム、匠技研工業(株)、(株)センティリオンシステム、(株)データフォーシーズ、ファナック、安川電機、エヌビディア

Facts:
- 2026年7月1日（水）～3日（金）の3日間
- Exhibitors: 2,000 companies (planned)
- Visitors: approximately 70,000 (projected)
- Maximum load capacity: 600 kg
- Cuts search time by 90%

## 63% have heard that using a smartphone while cycling carries penalties, but do not know the details. アトム法律税務グループ conducted a survey that collected more than 42,000 responses in total

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:19:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000156.000103921.html
- anchor: #n1252985
- Companies mentioned: アトム法律税務グループ、アトム法律事務所、アトム法律情報株式会社

Facts:
- 42,517 responses in total
- 63%
- 60%
- 29%
- 1.76 million people
- 680,000 people
- 2.78 million people

## MetLife Life begins selling its single-premium whole life insurance policy “Sunny Garden Prime” through direct sales by sales representatives and insurance agency channels

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:17:47+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000649.000005541.html
- anchor: #n1252986
- Companies mentioned: メットライフ生命保険株式会社、米国メットライフ

Facts:
- Since its launch in 2015
- It has been on sale since April this year

## “LiLi Smart Salon,” a beauty salon where customers can “try and choose” care products, opens in Chitose, Hokkaido, on 7/1

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:17:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000185748.html
- anchor: #n1252987
- Companies mentioned: LiLi合同会社、LiLi、ミルボン、ミルクマスタッシュ、milkmustache、Smart Salon

Facts:
- A new “LiLi” beauty salon opens in Chitose, Hokkaido, on Wednesday, July 1, 2026
- 7 styling stations

## [Select locations only] Vessels crafted by Okinawan artisans, including Ryukyu glass and yachimun pottery, have arrived.

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:13:53+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000057.000162482.html
- anchor: #n1252761
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フィル・エ・クチーレ、deux C

Facts:
- Operates 34 locations in Japan.
- ¥4,290
- ¥990
- ¥6,600
- ¥3,850
- ¥2,970

## A blissful mille-crepe cake wrapped in the fragrance of peaches is coming to CREPE & GALETTE TOOTH TOOTH, a crepe and galette specialty shop in Tor West, Motomachi, Kobe, from Thursday, July 2.

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:13:49+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002266.000024488.html
- anchor: #n1252762
- Companies mentioned: CREPE & GALETTE TOOTH TOOTH、TOOTH TOOTH、株式会社ポトマック

Facts:
- 1,980 yen (tax included)
- 880 yen (tax included)
- 1,430 yen (tax included)
- ¥1,540 (tax included)

## ユニ・チャーム selected for the constituents of the SOMPO Sustainability Index for the 15th consecutive year

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:12:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000191.000026351.html
- anchor: #n1252763
- Companies mentioned: ユニ・チャーム、SOMPOアセットマネジメント

Facts:
- Selected for 15 consecutive years
- Approximately 300 stocks

## A labor of love from hugely popular manga artist まめきちまめこ! The illustrated comic “Mero and Tabi,” depicting the irresistibly cute everyday lives of sibling cats, has become a smash hit, selling more than 80,000 copies in less than a month after its release!!

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:11:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000448.000052297.html
- anchor: #n1252764
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社飛鳥新社、KADOKAWA、Amazon、楽天ブックス

Facts:
- An astonishing more than 70 million monthly page views!
- 570,000 people are swooning over the “Mero and Tabi” Instagram account ♡
- The “Komachi and Tabi” comic essay series has sold more than 200,000 copies in total
- More than 2.1 million total Instagram followers
- The “Mero and Tabi” Instagram account (560,000 followers)
- Base price: ¥1,500 plus tax (list price: ¥1,650)

## A thorough guide to preparations ahead of the launch of the “Security Measures Evaluation System for Strengthening Supply Chains (SCS Evaluation System)”

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:10:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001316.000001552.html
- anchor: #n1252765
- Companies mentioned: Ｓｋｙ株式会社、SBクリエイティブ株式会社、SKYSEA Client View

Facts:
- Operations to begin by the end of fiscal 2026
- July 14, 2026 (Tue)
- Tuesday, July 14, 2026, 15:25–15:55

## Applying Ukraine’s expertise in operating “drones” to Japan’s “disaster preparedness, logistics and social infrastructure.” The Japan-Ukraine Drone Cluster, a platform connecting Ukraine with Japan, Taiwan and ASEAN countries, launches

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000166943.html
- anchor: #n1252773
- Companies mentioned: 在日ウクライナ商工会議所（UCCJ）、Ukrainian Dual-Use Technologies Cluster（UADUT Cluster）、Kharkiv IT Cluster（ハルキウITクラスター）、Jiin Ming Industry Co., Ltd.

Facts:
- Monday, July 6, 2026, 13:00–14:00

## Supporting neighborhood photo studios through web design. The website of ひらまめ写真館 in Kameari, Katsushika Ward, has been revamped to convey the owner’s passion

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000156432.html
- anchor: #n1252772
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アイテックプラス、ひらまめ写真館合同会社、ひらまめ写真館

Facts:
- Know-how gained from handling nearly 50 website projects for neighborhood photo studios

## Technical verification completed toward the practical application of an ammonia-only burner for boilers at thermal power plants

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000323.000089117.html
- anchor: #n1252771
- Companies mentioned: IHI、JERA

Facts:
- Large-scale fuel-ammonia conversion demonstration test (20% thermal input ratio)
- High-ratio combustion at 60%
- 100% ammonia combustion
- Large-scale combustion test facility (capacity: 10MW [thermal input basis])

## Relic Publishing’s latest title, “Japan Restarted: Winning Strategies and Strategic Indispensability for Japanese Companies,” ranks No. 1 in 5 Amazon categories

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000500.000016318.html
- anchor: #n1252770
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Relic、RelicPublishing、アスタミューゼ株式会社、株式会社SenQAI

Facts:
- More than 1 billion data points held by アスタミューゼ
- Supporting the creation of new businesses and innovations at more than 400 major Japanese companies
- Paperback: ¥1,500 (before tax)
- Has worked on business development and joint ventures with more than 5,000 companies

## VisasQ to exhibit at “Manufacturing World Tokyo,” taking place July 1–3

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000510.000015233.html
- anchor: #n1252769
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ビザスク、RX Japan合同会社

Facts:
- A knowledge database with insights from more than 800,000 people in Japan and overseas
- A knowledge database covering 190 countries and more than 800,000 people
- 1 in 4 companies listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market

## World first! The new skincare brand FERTHÉA combines “traditional fermentation ingredients” with “the latest technology,” featuring “Liposome Fermentation Drip™”

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000696.000007954.html
- anchor: #n1252768
- Companies mentioned: クラシエ株式会社、Mintel社

Facts:
- Friday, September 11, 2026
- Women in their 30s
- FERTHÉA Moisturizing Lotion, 180 mL
- FERTHÉA Moisturizing Serum, 30 mL
- FERTHÉA Moisturizing Cream, 50 g

## [4th anniversary] Coupons for ¥20,000 off per group are now available to the first 40 groups. Breakfast also gets a complete makeover | グランピングヴィレッジ TOTONOI 富士山中湖

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000743.000052784.html
- anchor: #n1252767
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ブッキングリゾート、株式会社サークル、グランピングヴィレッジ TOTONOI 富士山中湖、METOS社

Facts:
- 1組あたり20,000円OFF
- 90-minute private rental
- Price: ¥5,000/90 minutes

## [Giant Naruse returns to the station!] Special ads for Miyajima Mina’s “Naruse Follows the Path She Believes In” will appear at stations in Shiga to mark its release in paperback!

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003079.000047877.html
- anchor: #n1252766
- Companies mentioned: 新潮文庫、新潮社、ミルクボーイ、JR

Facts:
- The series has sold more than 2.5 million copies in total
- [List price] 693 yen (tax included)

## Details have been announced for the 2026 seasons of the overseas SF leagues “Street Fighter League: AMERICAS” and “Street Fighter League: EMEAA”!

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:08:59+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005876.000013450.html
- anchor: #n1252774
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カプコン、2GAME、FLYQUEST、SHOPIFY REBELLION、RED ROOSTER、BANDITS、BAIT、ALL GAMERS、FALCONS、MOUZ、RED DUNES

Facts:
- The following 6 teams will compete in “Street Fighter League: AMERICAS 2026”
- “Street Fighter League: AMERICAS 2026” will kick off on Saturday, October 24, local time.
- “Street Fighter League: EMEAA 2026” will kick off on Wednesday, September 2, local time.

## mixsoon to expand sales in コストコ stores across Japan

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:08:33+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000185668.html
- anchor: #n1252775
- Companies mentioned: mixsoon、コストコ、Qoo10、Amazon、TikTok

Facts:
- At コストコ locations across Japan

## New items galore from “MAMBO”! The “Summer Goods Collection,” the second product launch in the “Summer Mambo 2026” campaign, goes on sale Monday, June 29

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:08:15+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000053.000147529.html
- anchor: #n1252776
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クラスカ、MAMBO、B.B.、塩川いづみ

Facts:
- MAMBO stemmed glass / MAMBO DOT ¥2,640 (tax included)
- MAMBO ice cream glass / MAMBO DOT ¥2,640 (tax included)
- MAMBO face towel / SUMMER Ice Cream ¥1,540 (tax included)
- MAMBO face towel / SUMMER Swimsuit and Beach Parasol ¥1,540 (tax included)
- MAMBO clear multi-case: SUMMER Beach Parasol / SUMMER Swimsuit / SUMMER Ice Cream, ¥1,100 each (tax included)
- MAMBO clear tote / SUMMER Ice Cream ¥2,750 (tax included)
- MAMBO plush bag charm / straw hat ¥1,980 (tax included)
- MAMBO canvas tote / SUMMER Ice Cream ¥3,300 (tax included)
- MAMBO folding umbrella / sun and rain protection (light-blocking) ¥4,180 (tax included)
- B.B. embroidered cap, adult size, 4,4

## It will be easier to apply for the environmentally friendly “Mieru Label”! (June 2026)

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:06:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000292.000052804.html
- anchor: #n1252777
- Companies mentioned: 農林水産省、AGBIOTECH、株式会社クボタ、アグリノート株式会社、JA全農

Facts:
- 23 items, including rice and vegetables
- 23 of the 24 items currently covered by “visualization,” excluding green peppers

## [Kyoto event] About 40 台湾企業 will visit Japan! A large-scale Japan-Taiwan business networking event bringing together approximately 100 people to open up new sales channels will be held on Friday, July 24

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:06:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000046.000161515.html
- anchor: #n1252778
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人国際ビジネス連結機構、台湾企業、日本企業、食品・日用品メーカー

Facts:
- Approximately 40 台湾企業
- Around 100 attendees in total
- July 24, 2026 (Friday)
- General (non-member): 10,000 yen (before tax)
- Members of this organization: 5,000 yen (before tax)

## An afternoon tea featuring peach and Earl Grey flavors is now available at Salon15 TOOTH TOOTH 旧神戸居留地十五番館, a Western-style mansion salon in Kobe's former foreign settlement. Available from July 2 (Thursday).

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:05:57+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002265.000024488.html
- anchor: #n1252779
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ポトマック、Salon15 TOOTH TOOTH 旧神戸居留地十五番館、PATISSERIE TOOTH TOOTH

Facts:
- 6,000 yen per person (tax included)
- Starting July 2, 2026 (Thursday)

## 静岡シェル石油販売株式会社, which was founded 77 years ago, held an on-site skin analysis session as an employee benefit. 6 staff members took part.

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:05:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000106046.html
- anchor: #n1252780
- Companies mentioned: 静岡シェル石油販売株式会社、日本ヘルスメイト株式会社、エミュアール化粧品

Facts:
- 77 years since founding
- 6 staff members
- June 18, 2026

## [Survey on the realities faced by disability employment managers] Executives expect them not only to meet employment quotas but also to help hires become productive, yet more than 70% of managers hold additional roles, and approximately 30% said they have discretion over staffing, equipment and budgets.

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:04:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000459.000013298.html
- anchor: #n1252781
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エス・エム・エス、GMOリサーチ&AI株式会社

Facts:
- Statutory employment rate to rise by 2.7%
- Meeting the employment quota (65.6%)
- Post-hire performance and productivity (58.0%)
- 33.8% of managers can execute budgets and change assignments at their own discretion.
- 72.6% of disability employment managers also handle other duties.
- 26.1% of disability employment managers work exclusively on disability employment.
- 19.1% of managers said they have sufficient support staff.
- 35% said a system is in place to enable consultation and cooperation inside and outside the company.
- 69.4% have difficulty aligning understanding and adjusting the work environment between departments and employees with disabilities.
- The department receiving employees lacks specialized knowledge and know-how, leaving it unprepared to accommodate them (29.9%).
- The process of identifying tasks that can be entrusted to people with disabilities

## A refreshed package for the signature product, Rakukasei Pie

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:04:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000140673.html
- anchor: #n1252782
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オランダ家、ジャパン・フード・セレクション

Facts:
- 1個190円(税込205円)
- From around late June 2026
- 82nd edition
- 195 yen (210 yen including tax)
- 1,200 yen (1,296 yen including tax)
- 2,000 yen (2,160 yen including tax)
- ¥3,000 (¥3,240 including tax)
- 3,600 yen (3,888 yen including tax)
- 4,800 yen (5,184 yen including tax)
- 6,400 yen (6,912 yen including tax)

## FPT signs strategic partnership with DataCamp

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:03:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000132.000017750.html
- anchor: #n1252783
- Companies mentioned: FPT、FPTジャパンホールディングス株式会社、DataCamp、DataCamp Inc.、FPTコーポレーション

## QT DIG∞'s Fuukun, from the FORTNITE division, wins the Asian tournament and qualifies for the Esports World Cup 2026

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:02:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000132.000030334.html
- anchor: #n1252784
- Companies mentioned: QT DIG∞、QTnet、Esports World Cup 2026、Reload Elite Series、FORTNITE

Facts:
- The world tournament Esports World Cup 2026 (hereinafter, “EWC2026”) will be held in Paris, France, from August 19 to 22, 2026.
- The total prize pool amounts to $75 million.
- More than 2,000 players and over 200 clubs from more than 100 countries will participate.
- A total of 25 tournaments across 24 titles, including FORTNITE, will be held.

## Unattended checkout system TTG-SENSE to be installed at WILLER Bus Terminal Osaka Umeda—enhancing convenience for express bus passengers and improving store efficiency with a new shopping experience that eliminates checkout lines

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:01:50+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000435.000027749.html
- anchor: #n1252785
- Companies mentioned: WILLER EXPRESS株式会社、株式会社TOUCH TO GO、紀伊國屋

Facts:
- It will open on Tuesday, June 30, 2026.

## A time when 94.5% of dog owners want to travel with their dogs. Cocogourmet joins the Tobu Group's pet tourism initiative to create dining experiences in Nikko for people and their dogs.

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:01:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000186.000044537.html
- anchor: #n1252786
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社バイオフィリア、東武鉄道株式会社、東武トップツアーズ株式会社、JR東日本グループ、国際自動車グループ、株式会社kmモビリティサービス、松本観光コンベンション協会

Facts:
- Dog owners who want to take their dogs on trips
- Consider whether they can bring their dogs when choosing a travel destination
- Want to bring their dogs even if travel costs increase
- Have traveled with their dogs
- Capital
- Number of member dogs and cats
- Sales performance
- Donations

## [Ranked No. 1 in best cosmetics by 4 beauty magazines!] Hair Theory Lab Future Vital Essence (scalp serum) wins a total of 8 best cosmetics awards!

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:01:27+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000059.000088941.html
- anchor: #n1252788
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社dr365、Hair Theory Lab®、神戸大学大学院 科学技術イノベーション研究科、株式会社プレッセ

Facts:
- A total of 8 best cosmetics awards
- First half of 2026
- June 25, 2026 (Thu)
- Wednesday, July 15, 2026
- Limited to 500 items
- Regular price: 23,760 yen (tax included)
- 15,400 yen (including tax)
- 8,360 yen off
- Regular subscription price: 6,160 yen (tax included)
- 5,610 yen (tax included)
- 550 yen off
- Subscription purchase: 6,160 yen (tax included, free shipping)
- Regular purchase: 7,920 yen (tax included, free shipping)

## “Summer, surrender to the Latin breeze.” KEEP WILL GROUP's 4 locations jointly host the summer-only event “HAVANA-NIGHT”

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:01:27+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000495.000024845.html
- anchor: #n1252787
- Companies mentioned: KEEP WILL GROUP、STRI、BONITO、MONDO、BONDIS

Facts:
- Chelada: 980 yen (1,078 yen including tax)
- Spicy Bloody: 880 yen (968 yen including tax)
- Rum highball — Mrs. Laura's Temptation — 580 yen (638 yen including tax)
- Tequila highball: 580 yen (638 yen including tax)
- Original tacos, 3pc: 980 yen (1,078 yen including tax)
- Seafood ceviche: 880 yen (968 yen including tax)
- Havana Night platter: 1,280 yen (1,408 yen including tax)

## Smart at cloud service series surpasses 2,000 contracts

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:01:16+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000024.000149029.html
- anchor: #n1252789
- Companies mentioned: M-SOLUTIONS株式会社、サイボウズ株式会社、LINE WORKS株式会社

Facts:
- Total contracts surpass 2,000
- It took approximately 9 years to reach the first 1,000 contracts.
- The next 1,000 contracts were reached in just approximately 2.5 years.
- The pace of contract growth has accelerated approximately 3.6 times.
- More than 1,500 development projects completed

## Anime watch-party app oshiparty to host simultaneous soccer viewing event with 7 groups, including Prechan and Hikakku

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:01:15+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000127618.html
- anchor: #n1252790
- Companies mentioned: SnackTime株式会社、oshiparty、YouTube、U-NEXT、Amazon Prime Video、DAZN

Facts:
- More than 250,000 channel subscribers
- Just under 700,000 channel subscribers
- More than 20,000 concurrent viewers
- From June 29 to July 20

## Preorders open for newly illustrated Note Balloon ver. trading acrylic cards and other goods from the anime Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun, available through AMNIBUS, which sells original anime and manga merchandise!!

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:01:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009204.000016064.html
- anchor: #n1252791
- Companies mentioned: AMNIBUS、アニメイト、株式会社アルマビアンカ、秋田書店

Facts:
- Single item: ¥715 (tax included)
- BOX: ¥8,580 (tax included)
- Single item: ¥605 (tax included)
- BOX ¥7,260 (tax included)
- Single item ¥275 (tax included)
- BOX ¥5,500 (tax included)
- ¥3,300 each (tax included)
- ¥1,980 each (tax included)
- ¥1,100 each (tax included)
- ¥715 each (tax included)
- Single item: ¥880 (tax included)
- BOX: ¥14,080 (tax included)
- BOX ¥9,680 (tax included)
- BOX: ¥4,400 (tax included)

## Conversational AI platform IVRy surpasses 100 million cumulative incoming and outgoing calls

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:01:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000272.000056805.html
- anchor: #n1252792
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社IVRy、三井住友銀行、みずほ銀行、三菱UFJ銀行、メビウス製薬、パナソニック、阪南理美容、アイエー、ホンダモビリティランド、東急社宅マネジメント、京成電鉄バスホールディングス、IDOM、ガリバー、Salesforce

Facts:
- 100 million cumulative incoming and outgoing calls
- The cumulative number of accounts exceeded 60,000 as of the end of April 2026.
- Approximately 8.33 million hours
- Debt financing totaling 4.5 billion yen
- Cumulative fundraising totals 15.11 billion yen.
- 599 PLAGE barber and beauty salon locations in total
- 30 Autobacs franchise locations
- ガリバー: 215 locations in the display-and-sales format
- 47 prefectures
- More than 98 industries

## Delivers “+12°C optimal-temperature thermal storage materials for palm cooling” to JR東海

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:00:57+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001562.000012900.html
- anchor: #n1252793
- Companies mentioned: シャープ、東海旅客鉄道株式会社、JR東海

Facts:
- +12°C optimal-temperature thermal storage material
- 750 thermal storage materials
- Air temperature of 35°C
- 100 units of this product
- 850 units in total

## Notice Regarding the Acquisition of Land for a New Business Site (Higashi Ward, Kumamoto City)

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:00:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000087.000090191.html
- anchor: #n1252794
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エスコン、TSMC

Facts:
- About 23 minutes by streetcar
- Site area: 2,624.68 m²

## Introduction of a Pet Consultation Service and Product Revisions in October 2026

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:00:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000235.000046213.html
- anchor: #n1252795
- Companies mentioned: 第一アイペット損害保険株式会社、ペッツオーライ株式会社

Facts:
- Starting October 1, 2026, we will introduce a new pet consultation service, “うちの子動画で専門家相談,” for all policyholders enrolled in our pet insurance.
- The following revisions will apply to policies*¹ (including renewals) whose coverage start date (the start of the policy period) is October 2, 2026, or later.
- 「うちの子ライト」50％プランの発売
- Discount: 2–3% of the premium
- Annual payment contracts: 600 yen
- Monthly payment contracts: 50 yen per month

## Splash Park 2026, enjoyed by more than 4,400 people last year on the rooftop of 横浜ワールドポーターズ, opens for a limited time starting Friday, July 3! A splashy, soaking-wet space next to CRAZY GOLF, a putt-putt golf attraction from Europe and the U.S. making its Japan debut※

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:00:26+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000131.000046840.html
- anchor: #n1252796
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社BAKERU、横浜ワールドポーターズ、CRAZY GOLF

Facts:
- This event was a hit, delighting a total of 4,488 customers
- 2026年7月3日(金)～8月30日(日)の59日間開催
- General admission: 500 yen (includes an ice pop; free for children age 2 and under)
- A total of 9 holes
- Adults: 980 yen
- Elementary school students and younger: 780 yen
- Family rate for 4 people (up to 2 adults and 2 elementary school students): 3,020 yen
- Adults: 1,080 yen
- Elementary school students and younger: 880 yen
- Family rate for 4 people (up to 2 adults and 2 elementary school students): 3,420 yen

## NTT-ME, part of the NTT東日本 Group, partners with ナルネットコミュニケーションズ in the used EV leasing business

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:00:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000061.000066010.html
- anchor: #n1252797
- Companies mentioned: NTT東日本、NTT-ME、ナルネットコミュニケーションズ、EVolity株式会社

Facts:
- A nationwide network of about 13,000 partner auto repair shops
- Battery state of health (SOH) guaranteed at 66% or higher

## Pikapaka Business Trip DX named No. 1 in the Business Trip Management System (BTM), Manufacturer/Manufacturing category, in the “2026 First Half BOXIL Document Request Rankings”

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:00:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000062.000120642.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3091791-en.html
- anchor: #n1252798
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ピカパカ、スマートキャンプ株式会社、BOXIL

Facts:
- Named No. 1 in the Business Trip Management System (BTM), Manufacturer/Manufacturing category
- Number of information requests made between Jan. 1, 2026 and May 31, 2026
- Capital: 398,900,000 yen

## HEMP Air, a 100% hemp T-shirt designed for Japan’s hot, humid summer with a focus on breathability, quick-drying absorbency, antibacterial properties and UV protection, goes on presale on Makuake starting Monday, June 29

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:00:04+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000082590.html
- anchor: #n1252800
- Companies mentioned: ワイエスインターナショナル株式会社、tennen、Makuake

Facts:
- Previous Makuake projects have received more than 4.1 million yen in total support
- Planned retail price: 12,100 yen (tax included)
- 【Super Early-Bird 25% OFF】Makuake price: 9,000 yen
- 【Early-Bird 17% OFF】Makuake price: 10,000 yen
- Navy: 87.8%
- Sage green: 84.1%
- Natural: 81.5%
- Dusty pink: 80.9%

## e-dash to exhibit at Eco Techno 2026, one of Kyushu’s largest environmental and energy exhibitions, held July 8–10

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:00:04+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000329.000095916.html
- anchor: #n1252799
- Companies mentioned: e-dash株式会社、福岡県、三井物産株式会社、みずほイノベーション・フロンティア株式会社、みずほフィナンシャルグループ、北九州市、公益財団法人北九州観光コンベンション協会

Facts:
- No initial or participation fees through the end of March 2027
- 44% reduction in CO₂ emissions
- Capital: ¥3.06 billion

## Japan International Clinic ASAKUSA, a clinic in Asakusa serving international visitors and supporting 41 languages, including English, opens

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000184335.html
- anchor: #n1253051
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人SIG、Japan International Clinic ASAKUSA、日本政府観光局（JNTO）、さくらインターナショナルクリニック東京

Facts:
- The cumulative number of international visitors to Japan from January to April 2026 reached approximately 14.37 million
- Supports 41 languages, including English
- An inbound visitor-focused permanent clinic will open in Asakusa on July 1, 2026
- Hours: 9:00–19:00 (Monday–Sunday and holidays)

## Attach to your body with magnets and a physical lock! MagCatch TACTICAL, a smartphone attachment that can be attached and removed instantly in 0.5 seconds, goes on presale at Makuake!

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000185747.html
- anchor: #n1253050
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ガイア、Makuake

## 【Survey of 400 people】Are corporate social media accounts just viewed and forgotten? More than 40% of job seekers take further action after viewing them, such as attending information sessions or checking company websites

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000178504.html
- anchor: #n1253049
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イニシャルサイト、株式会社InitialSite

Facts:
- Survey of 400 job seekers and recent graduates
- 82.3% of job seekers and recent graduates said they referred to social media when comparing and considering companies
- After viewing a company’s social media, 41.8% attended an information session
- About 70% said company social media influenced their decisions about applying or participating in selection

## Ehime’s 松前町 and SAUNiiiK (サウニーク) sign an agreement to support well-being at evacuation shelters during disasters

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000168700.html
- anchor: #n1253048
- Companies mentioned: SAUNiiiK合同会社、松前町

Facts:
- June 25, 2026
- March 31, 2027
- Warms you thoroughly even at around 70°C
- 16-person tent sauna
- A cold bath at around 12°C

## Launch of a demonstration experiment for EV battery lifespan prediction diagnostics

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000185539.html
- anchor: #n1253047
- Companies mentioned: KD eソリューションズ株式会社、株式会社電知、株式会社エッチ・ケー・エス、日産、住友三井オートサービスグループ

Facts:
- June 29, 2026
- Demonstration experiment period: July 2026–March 2027
- Plans to add EV battery fire prediction diagnostics (demonstration experiments scheduled to begin in autumn 2026 or later)

## AI search optimization SaaS “Dr.AISEO” officially launches reseller program

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000181957.html
- anchor: #n1253046
- Companies mentioned: Dr.AISEO株式会社、ChatGPT、Gemini、Perplexity

Facts:
- Ongoing rewards of up to 35%
- Reward rates by tier (15%／25%／35%)

## ハジメバ M&AソーシングAI launches an automatic Q&A generation feature to support buyer companies considering M&A

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000163771.html
- anchor: #n1253045
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ハジメバ、ハジメバ M&AソーシングAI

Facts:
- Date established: December 2024

## 大樹 木村 appointed as expert adviser in developmental disorders and autism spectrum disorder｜ミカンベイビー合同会社

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000165151.html
- anchor: #n1253044
- Companies mentioned: ミカンベイビー合同会社、追手門学院大学、社会福祉法人びわこ学園、仁愛大学、聖泉大学、SFC-IFC

## デジオン to exhibit at SPACETIDE 2026, one of Asia’s largest space business conferences

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000173724.html
- anchor: #n1253043
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社デジオン、SPACETIDE、NASA

Facts:
- 81% reduction in research time
- About 50% reduction in subjective workload (stress level)
- Use of satellite data reduces farmland survey workload by 80% or more

## Five-book customer acquisition series for stores and salons concludes──SHINKA株式会社 offers every purchaser a complimentary original AI assessment and seminar worth 33,000 yen

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000181062.html
- anchor: #n1253042
- Companies mentioned: SHINKA株式会社、Amazon

Facts:
- Free invitation to the “Customer Acquisition Master Seminar” (normally 33,000 yen including tax; held September 8, 2026)
- Date and time: Tuesday, September 8, 2026, 12:00–17:00 (5 hours)
- Publication of all 5 volumes in the “Customer Acquisition and Sales Promotion Series” completed
- 2,200 yen per volume (tax included)

## Patient explanation DX system “ポケさぽ” launches a proof-of-concept (PoC) for an electronic consent feature completed on LINE, in collaboration with セイコーソリューションズ株式会社’s “コンパクトイン”

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000118047.html
- anchor: #n1253041
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社OPERe、セイコーソリューションズ株式会社、ポケさぽ、コンパクトイン

Facts:
- Used by 130 or more medical institutions nationwide
- Applications open: Monday, June 29, 2026

## Lighthouse Studio conducts survey on attitudes toward auto-play and idle features in games

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000141545.html
- anchor: #n1253040
- Companies mentioned: Lighthouse Studio、CARTA HOLDINGS、神ゲー攻略、Kaubel、LIT LIVE

Facts:
- Among 300 game users nationwide
- 75.6% of people spend a larger share of their usual playtime using manual controls
- 65.7% of people have felt a sense of emptiness while watching auto-play or leaving a game unattended
- The most common response, at 42.3%, was that games that progress on auto-play more than 90% of the time are “apps for watching”

## Now in its 5th year! Give single-parent families and their children summer memories. Free invitation to a private booking at 浅草花やしき! Crowdfunding for a free pass and light meals has begun

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000121268.html
- anchor: #n1253039
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人笑顔プラス子供支援協会、浅草花やしき、Caiyaカイヤ、ラファエル、３２６

Facts:
- The number of elementary, junior high and high school students who died by suicide last year was 538

## 1 Hotel Tokyo’s “バンフォード ウェルネス スパ（bamford WELLNESS SPA）” to offer summer-only treatments starting July 1 (Wednesday)

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000166784.html
- anchor: #n1253038
- Companies mentioned: 1 Hotel Tokyo、バンフォード ウェルネス スパ、bamford、MT&SHホテルマネジメント合同会社、1 Hotels

Facts:
- 90-minute treatment program
- 43,000 yen (tax and service charge included)
- 211 rooms in total
- Penthouses & suites: 24 rooms
- Universal rooms: 5

## Food aid for single-parent families. “2026 Summer Vacation Children’s Support Project” to provide assistance during the summer break, when there are no school lunches

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000140076.html
- anchor: #n1253037
- Companies mentioned: 認定NPO法人フードバンク湘南、認定NPO法人キッズドア

Facts:
- A total of 60% of households had reduced the amount or frequency of their children’s meals for financial reasons
- Food and snacks were distributed to a total of 593 households and approximately 980 children
- Assorted ready-to-eat meals and other foods that children can easily eat on their own (planned distribution to approximately 200 households)

## About 1 hour from Osaka. Reset your mind with “time when you don’t have to do anything.” A new way to take a break in an era of changing work styles: the private-rental villa “淡凪 -Awana-” opens in Minamiawaji City, Awaji Island

- Published: 2026-06-29T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000163315.html
- anchor: #n1253036
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KOTONA、淡凪 -Awana-

Facts:
- Total floor area: 194.59㎡
- 価格帯：1泊160,000円〜（1棟2名様利用／税込）
- 20% off the regular rate