AI News 180m Report

2026-07-01 09:00–12:00 JST

1299 received, 1299 listed, 3 sources ・ Page 6 of 13

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 1247 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 52 items from 1 source.

One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

Japan | PR TIMES (continued)(1246)

Original【好評につき継続決定】パレットプラザの人気フォトグッズ半額キャンペーンを継続開催!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • About 140 stores nationwide
  • 2026 marks the 40th anniversary since the opening of the 1st store
  • Eligible application period: July 1, 2026 (Wednesday)–Aug. 31 (Monday)

Companies mentioned:株式会社プラザホールディングス、株式会社プラザクリエイト、パレットプラザ

Original【直方市】竜王峡キャンプ村、開村!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Standard cars: ¥300 for a day trip
  • Large vehicles: ¥500 for a day trip
  • Motorcycles: ¥100 for a day trip
  • Accommodation tax: 200 yen

Companies mentioned:直方市、直方市竜王峡運営協議会、直方市商工観光課

The ultimate “avoiding the one you like” BL story by an awkward high school boy! Hanada Kei’s “Sugar Sugar Strawberry” goes on sale July 1!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Price: ¥990 (including tax)
  • Release date: July 1, 2026

Companies mentioned:株式会社ジーオーティー、picn comics、コミコミスタジオ、ホーリンラブブックス、アニメイト、とらのあな、ゲーマーズ、応援団書店

My wife’s affair partner was a woman. A legendary yuri author releases books for 2 consecutive months! Kishi Torajiro’s “I Tried Having an Affair with an Old Friend (2)” goes on sale July 1!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Price: 880 yen (tax included)
  • Release date: July 1, 2026
  • Release date: June 1, 2026

Companies mentioned:株式会社ジーオーティー、NOiPA COMiCS、集英社、ジャイブ、太田出版、リブレ出版、ゲーマーズ、メロンブックス、フロマージュブックス、アニメイト、まんが王、とらのあな、書泉、芳林堂書店、COMIC ZIN

[Early-bird special] Get a “¥3,000-off coupon” when you use an eligible plan at Global Style! Order by Wednesday, July 15, for delivery by Friday, July 31! Available from today through Wednesday, July 15.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • “3,000-yen-off coupon for a premium custom suit”
  • Original本格オーダースーツが1着あたり22,500円~(税込24,750円~)
  • Capital: 80 million yen

Companies mentioned:グローバルスタイル株式会社、GINZAグローバルスタイル

Original10年分の超激重執着愛BL!おち『サディスティック・メロウラバー(上)(下)』が7月1日発売!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Price: ¥825 (tax included)
  • Release date: July 1, 2026

Companies mentioned:株式会社ジーオーティー、Bivy comic、コミコミスタジオ、アニメイト、ホーリンラブブックス、とらのあな、ゲーマーズ、応援団店、BL CLLENN、ボーイズファン、spicomi、NuPu、MooiComics

The childhood friend he treated like a dog turns out to be a “mad dog Dom”!? Kotoriya Maruko’s “Make Me Kneel, My Dog” goes on sale July 1!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Price: 880 yen (tax included)
  • Comics on July 1, 2026

Companies mentioned:株式会社ジーオーティー、Bivy comic

Reiwa 8 Summer Special Exhibition: “More! The Child’s View—12 Experiences of Becoming a Child”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Adults: ¥1,200
  • Adults: ¥1,200 (¥900)
  • Middle and high school students: ¥800
  • Middle and high school students: ¥800 (¥600)
  • Elementary school students: ¥100
  • Elementary school students: ¥100 (¥50)

Companies mentioned:イケア・ジャパン株式会社、ユニ・チャーム株式会社、株式会社 CRAZY KITCHEN、株式会社エスピージャパン、株式会社泉宣宏社、株式会社グラトリエンジニアリング、株式会社空間芸術社、株式会社エアロテック、株式会社アタリ

名古屋鉄道, 愛知県 and 名古屋市 to operate the “Aichi-Nagoya Open-Top Bus”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • The Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Games, to be held in 2026
  • From Sept. 18 (Friday) through Oct. 24 (Saturday)
  • Plans call for 2 daytime and 2 evening departures each day (4 departures total)
  • Original昼便 14時00分発、16時00分発 (所要時間約60分)
  • Original夜便 18時00分発、20時00分発 (所要時間約85分)
  • Capacity: 46 passengers (excluding crew)
  • Adults: ¥2,000

Companies mentioned:名古屋鉄道、愛知県、名古屋市、名鉄観光バス㈱、NTTドコモビジネス㈱、㈱CBCテレビ、㈱ジェーシービー、中京テレビ放送㈱、㈱中日新聞社、㈱大丸松坂屋百貨店 松坂屋名古屋店、㈱テックササキ、テレビ愛知㈱、東海テレビ放送㈱、東邦ガス㈱、名古屋テレビ放送㈱、㈱三菱UFJ銀行、名鉄都市開発㈱

The maternal and child health handbook app “Boshi Mo” launches in Kotake, Fukuoka Prefecture!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Original町で生まれた子ども1人あたりに5万円を支給
  • Adopted by more than 880 municipalities
  • From 6 months old to under 3 years old
  • Can record approximately 150 items

Companies mentioned:母子モ株式会社、こども家庭庁、Google LLC.、Apple Inc.、Cisco Systems, Inc.

[Seminar] Addressing hard-to-discuss issues of scent and noise harassment: What steps should HR take to create a comfortable workplace?

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Original2026年7月14日(火)13:00より
  • Capacity: 500 people

Companies mentioned:株式会社アスマーク、一般社団法人日本ハラスメントリスク管理協会

“Brighte Shower Dryer” introduced at 29 facilities nationwide, bringing guests a premium stay with an advanced dryer

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 29 facilities nationwide
  • Starting July 1, 2026
  • Industry-leading airflow (up to 2.58 m³/min)
  • 2 million units sold across the series
  • As of the end of March 2026
  • Capital: 50 million yen
  • Established: October 2004

Companies mentioned:株式会社リロバケーションズ、Brighte

Mainichi Shimbun documentary “300 Meters Above Tokyo” to open in October, questioning the “U.S. military privilege” of helicopters crisscrossing the skies

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Film “300 Meters Above Tokyo”
  • The film is scheduled to open sequentially nationwide starting in October 2026, including at ポレポレ東中野 in Nakano, Tokyo
  • The film exposes how little has changed in Japan, even 81 years after the war
  • The film was completed after approximately 2 years of work
  • More than 100 articles have been published
  • There are 28 articles

Companies mentioned:株式会社毎日新聞社、ポレポレ東中野

Winners of the 9th Diaper Cake Contest announced! An exhibition of the works is underway at BEAUTY CELLAR 六本木ヒルズ店, a total beauty shop that moms will love.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Sunscreen emulsion · Net volume: 48 mL
  • Price: 4,180 yen

Companies mentioned:ハリウッド株式会社、一般社団法人ベビーシャワージャパン、BEAUTY CELLAR 六本木ヒルズ店

[First in Nagano Prefecture!] “銀だこハイボール酒場” to open in front of Matsumoto Station on July 7 (Tuesday)! Two alcoholic drinks will be just ¥99 (¥108 including tax) for 5 days only!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Operates 105 stores nationwide (as of the end of June 2026)

Companies mentioned:株式会社ホットランドホールディングス、株式会社オールウェイズ、築地銀だこ、銀だこハイボール酒場

“楽天ペイ” to hold the “Rakuten Pay Super Bonus Festival”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Gift vouchers for “サーティワン アイスクリーム,” “スシロー” and more, as well as “Rakuten Points,” will be awarded to 50,000 people every day.
  • Earn 18,000 “Rakuten Points” when you sign up for and start using “Rakuten Turbo.”
  • Earn 300 “Rakuten Points” on your first purchase at “Rakuten Fashion.”

Companies mentioned:楽天ペイメント株式会社、楽天ペイ、吉野家、エディオン、サーティワン アイスクリーム、スシロー、Rakuten Turbo、Rakuten Fashion、楽天Edy株式会社、楽天キャッシュ

[Limited-time summer gift] A 4-variety Sendai beef tongue tasting set, including sashimi-style beef tongue that tastes just like it’s raw! The “Summer Gift Beef Tongue Set 2026,” with 4 varieties totaling approx. 940 g, goes on sale July 1 (Wednesday), with a black gift box and gift wrapping available free of charge | 一心たん助

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • ¥11,000, tax included

Companies mentioned:株式会社Globridge、一心たん助

Loyalty Marketing renews its contract with J.League’s Nagoya Grampus for the 2026/27 season

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 2026/27 season
  • 5 consecutive seasons
  • Friday, Aug. 7, 2026
  • More than 90,000 followers

Companies mentioned:株式会社ロイヤリティマーケティング、株式会社名古屋グランパスエイト、日本プロサッカーリーグ、明治安田生命保険相互会社

Get up to ¥5,000 in rewards when you rejoin and use an eligible card! Comeback campaign launches

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Get up to ¥5,000 in rewards
  • Spend a total of ¥80,000 or more (including tax)
  • Starting Wednesday, July 1, 2026
  • Monday, August 31, 2026

Companies mentioned:三井住友カード株式会社、Oliveフレキシブルぺイ、Visa、Mastercard

“It’s a wheelchair, not a stroller.” About 80% struggle with misunderstandings; free additional distribution of “Children’s Wheelchair Mark Holders” ahead of the summer increase in outings

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • The total who answered “yes, I have experience” accounts for approximately 80% of the total (80.4%).
  • [Number available]: First 200 people

Companies mentioned:株式会社イオンファンタジー、一般社団法人 mina family

Limited-edition prizes from the latest ディズニー&ピクサー film Toy Story 5 are here! A Woody and Buzz Lightyear pair mascot, soccer balls, tote bags and more go on offer from July 3 (Friday).

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 4 limited-edition prizes for prize games
  • 4 items in 11 varieties
  • Each time you put 500 yen into a prize game machine featuring eligible prizes

Companies mentioned:株式会社イオンファンタジー、ディズニー、ピクサー

株式会社イオンファンタジー and 株式会社オロ sign business partnership to promote the retail media business

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 1,309 locations, including amusement facilities and playgrounds

Companies mentioned:株式会社イオンファンタジー、株式会社オロ

Launch of “Hikari Cloud Phone for Zoom Phone”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Service launches on July 1, 2026 (Wednesday).

Companies mentioned:NTT東日本株式会社、Zoom社、Zoom Communications, Inc.

[Limited time!] 岡田謹製あんバタ屋 opens for a limited time at Abeno Harukas Kintetsu Department Store from July 8 (Wednesday)! We will offer an assortment of red bean butter sweets that frequently sell out at Tokyo Station.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Original2026年7月8日(水)~7月14日(火)の期間
  • Business hours: 10:00–20:00
  • [Price] ¥2,160 (tax included)
  • Price: 3,240 yen (tax included)
  • Price: 1,620 yen (tax included)

Companies mentioned:株式会社ケイシイシイ、岡田謹製あんバタ屋

[オリエンタルホテル広島] “Nature et Beauté”: A precious French dining experience inspired by nature’s beauty

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • ■ Lunch: “Nature et Beauté” course, 12,000 yen
  • ■ Dinner only: “Nature et Beauté” course, 15,800 yen
  • ■ Dinner: “Nature et Beauté” course + 3 pairing wines (sparkling, white, red), 20,000 yen
  • Operates 18 hotels in Japan (with a total of 4,837 guest rooms).
  • A hotel operator with 27 hotels in Japan, totaling 9,051 guest rooms.
  • The group’s hotels have a total of 4,045 employees.

Companies mentioned:オリエンタルホテル広島、株式会社ホテルマネージメントジャパン、オリエンタルホテルズ&リゾーツ、OZAWA

Make them with 100-yen shop goods and everyday materials! さやっきー, with more than 230,000 total social media followers, releases first book, “Tokimeki Kawaii Handmade Ideas Book,” on July 2

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • On sale July 2 (Thursday)
  • List price: 1,760 yen (tax included)
  • B5-format variant, 112 pages

Companies mentioned:株式会社世界文化ホールディングス、株式会社世界文化社、さやっきー

≪New course starts 7/1≫ “Power Pivot Basics,” a web correspondence course on streamlining Excel data analysis [TAC Computer School]

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • [15% OFF]
  • Regular tuition: ¥13,400
  • [Limited-time 15% OFF] ¥11,390
  • Regular tuition: ¥9,000
  • [Limited-time 15% OFF] ¥7,650

Companies mentioned:TAC株式会社、Microsoft

GMOグローバルサイン・HD signs strategic collaboration agreement (SCA) with AWS

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Has provided IT infrastructure design and development, monitoring, operations and maintenance for 30 years

Companies mentioned:GMOグローバルサイン・HD、AWS、GMOインターネットグループ、GMOグローバルサイン・ホールディングス株式会社、アマゾン ウェブ サービス ジャパン合同会社、GMOリサーチ&AI株式会社

Press the buttons as many times as you like! New interactive picture book “Press, Turn the Page: Button Book—Vehicles,” packed with popular vehicles and buttons!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • List price: 1,452 yen (tax included)
  • We will release “Press, Turn the Page: Button Book—Vehicles” on July 2, 2026.
  • Format: 175×175 mm
  • Listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market (securities code: 9470)
  • Revenue: ¥199.1 billion
  • Consolidated subsidiaries: 82
  • Capital: ¥19,817 million
  • Capital: 50 million yen

Companies mentioned:株式会社 学研ホールディングス、株式会社 Gakken、学研出版、Amazon、楽天ブックス

Original本木雅弘さん、中条あやみさんが出演する新TVCMを公開

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Switching from an agent-based auto insurance policy saves an average of 35,465 yen in annual premiums

Companies mentioned:東京海上ダイレクト損害保険株式会社、東京海上日動、東京海上グループ

Taking on the challenge of enhancing the value of school lunches! A new era for school meals with “sa-shi-su-se-so”! きっちんカンパニー adds タマノイ酢

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Has passed down its traditions for 117 years

Companies mentioned:きっちんカンパニー、タマノイ酢株式会社、小山醸造場

First location in Saitama Prefecture! “Mizuhodai Machinaka Shokudo by ジーバーFOOD,” a community dining hall led by seniors, opens in Fujimi City on July 1!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Working to expand its activities to 1,889 municipalities nationwide
  • A cumulative total of 351 seniors have participated to date
  • Partnership-based expansion is confirmed in 78 regions nationwide

Companies mentioned:株式会社ジーバー、さえぐさ歯科クリニック、ジーバーFOOD

Venice’s iconic island retreat サン・クレメンテ・パレス・ヴェニス joins the Legend Collection of プリファード ホテルズ&リゾーツ

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Occupies an entire island of approximately 8 hectares
  • In addition to offering 189 guest rooms and suites
  • The program has more than 6 million members worldwide
  • More than 700 participating hotels worldwide

Companies mentioned:プリファード ホテルズ&リゾーツ、サン・クレメンテ・パレス・ヴェニス、Permak Group、I Prefer™、プリファード トラベル グループ

ベクターHD partners with 税理士法人V-Spiritsグループ to strengthen sales framework supporting “corporate DX promotion” and “security measures”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Boasts a track record of adoption by more than 22,000 companies, mainly large enterprises (as of the end of March 2026)
  • Has provided startup and management support to more than 2,000 entrepreneurs and small and medium-sized businesses

Companies mentioned:株式会社ベクターホールディングス、税理士法人V-Spiritsグループ、V-Spirits総合研究所株式会社、株式会社AppGuard

ポニー工業 adopts “SPC Trust Chain,” a security management service for the SCS assessment system

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • ★3 covers 81 evaluation criteria
  • ★4 covers 153 evaluation criteria
  • Began using the service around May 2026
  • The following effects have been seen in about 1 month
  • We were able to complete the self-check in about 2 weeks
  • We consulted multiple consulting firms between September and October 2025
  • Starting in June 2026, we will use the “Issue Management” feature

Companies mentioned:ポニー工業、株式会社ソースポッド

京王アートマン アートマン アートマン announces “Summer Prep 5% OFF Coupon,” exclusive to the Keio app

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Summer Prep 5% OFF Coupon
  • Purchases of ¥2,000 or more, tax included
  • The coupon can be used 2 times during the campaign period

Companies mentioned:株式会社京王アートマン、京王アートマン、アートマン アートマン、京王グループ

Announcement of the launch of sales for licensed brand “Hanes”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Company founded: December 2015
  • Founded in the United States in 1901
  • Starting with SPRING /SUMMER 2027

Companies mentioned:株式会社シンセイ、ヘインズジャパン株式会社、Hanes

AI video manual “TAGURU” releases major update to its auto-creation feature and a free-word procedure video search feature for worksites

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • From July 1 (Wednesday) through 3 (Friday), 2026
  • 90% or more in NPB
  • Has secured a 50% share in MLB
  • Holds a 30% share in the J.League
  • Operating in 20 countries, primarily in Europe

Companies mentioned:RUN.EDGE株式会社、TAGURU、富士通株式会社、PITCHBASE、FL-UX、RECOROKU

キューサイ refreshes the packaging design of its healthcare series, with a design depicting a bright future of “well-aging.”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • [Price] 5,599 yen (tax included)
  • 【Retail price】2,980 yen (tax included)
  • [Price] 2,100 yen (tax included)
  • A total of 14 products across foods with function claims, foods with nutrient function claims and health foods
  • [Release date] July 1, 2026

Companies mentioned:キューサイ株式会社

株式会社クロスリンク to hold seminar on new 求人ボックス initiatives to grow recruitment and staffing job listings on July 3 (Friday)

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • July 3, 2026 (Friday), 15:00–16:00
  • Capital: ¥151,095,000

Companies mentioned:株式会社クロスリンク、ラッシュジャパン合同会社、求人ボックス、スタンバイ

【MYTREX】“Midsummer Easy Training & Refresh Campaign” launches July 1

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 15% off eligible products*
  • 10x points exclusively at the online store
  • First 1000 sets exclusively at the online store
  • 3.5 million units shipped cumulatively across the series

Companies mentioned:MYTREX、PIKALIFE、楽天、yahoo、Qoo10、創通メディカル

Against the backdrop of mandatory measures to address customer harassment, cumulative sales of the VR-D170 series call recording device surpass 300,000 units

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Companies mentioned:株式会社タカコム

Making its debut in Japan! “Bring your memories to life” by holding your smartphone up to it. The AR portable photo printer petamo (Petamo), compatible with iPhone and Android. Preorders now available on crowdfunding site Makuake.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Products supplied to more than 80 countries worldwide
  • Advance sales begin June 24, 2026 (Wednesday), on the crowdfunding platform 【Makuake】
  • August 30, 2026 (Sunday), 23:59
  • Capture a 15-second segment of a video in a printed photo

Companies mentioned:オンスクエア株式会社、Xiamen Hanin Co., Ltd.、Makuake、ZINK Holdings LLC

【Taisei Home】“Let’s begin a future overflowing with love.” Announces a rebrand and new corporate logo for its 40th anniversary, looking ahead to its next 50 years of legacy.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 40th anniversary of founding
  • From July 1, 2026

Companies mentioned:株式会社大成ホーム、ブランドプロデューサー・小山健一郎氏

The latest issue of Transport and Economy takes an in-depth look at transportation in the United States; on sale July 7, 2026 (Tuesday)

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • List price: ¥1,100 (price before tax: ¥1,000)
  • B5 size / approximately 110 pages

Companies mentioned:一般財団法人 交通経済研究所、上智大学、在サンフランシスコ総領事館、大和エアボーン、日本政府観光局(JNTO)、近畿日本鉄道、桃山学院大学、JPモルガン証券、東京女子大学、武庫川女子大学、JR西日本、Amazon、書泉グランデ、書泉ブックタワー

TLMJ adds mini-game feature to payment platform “Hakkō Pro”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • We offer 3 types of mini-games in which players line up symbols from 1st to 4th prize tiers.

Companies mentioned:TLMJ株式会社、echari

Hosted by Asahikawa City|Recruiting participants for a free digital skills seminar for women who want to be “chosen for who they are” in the AI era

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 8-part seminar
  • Capacity: approximately 15 people
  • Approximately 50 people attended in total
  • Overall satisfaction: 100%
  • 100% willingness to participate again

Companies mentioned:いろえんぴつ株式会社、旭川市こども・女性・若者未来部 女性・若者応援課

Kyoto Porta, operated by JR 西日本京都 SC 開発株式会社, installs “+ PLUS MIRROR,” which uses a variety of AI-powered assessments to help people discover what truly suits them

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Approx. 2.000 mm high × approx. 1.200 mm wide

Companies mentioned:株式会社Innovation Studio、JR 西日本京都 SC 開発株式会社、株式会社 デイトナ・インターナショナル

A dessert brand with stores in 10 countries worldwide offers a summer-only treat at its “place of origin.” Fukuoka’s Kama-exclusive acai shaved ice 【FRUITS SAND THREE / Age.3】

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Price: ¥1,500 (tax included)

Companies mentioned:FRUITS SAND THREE / Age.3、株式会社ANCHOR

A limited-edition July “Golden Kimihime Sweet Corn Popcorn Parfait” debuts, offering the sweetness of Yamanashi-grown Kimihime sweet corn and the savory aroma of popcorn.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • From July 1, 2026 (Wednesday) to July 31 (Friday)
  • July limited edition

Companies mentioned:Remake easy株式会社、Remake easy

Ukiyo-e art featuring Natsume's Book of Friends! A fantastical image rendered in traditional Japanese colors, on sale from July 3

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Price: ¥25,000 (before tax)
  • (Artwork) 25.5 cm high × 20.3 cm wide
  • (Frame) 39.8 cm high × 31.1 cm wide

Companies mentioned:株式会社版三、白泉社、緑川ゆき

A brighter future for your dog or cat starts with today’s treat. Pet “gut health and beneficial bacteria” treats made with domestic ingredients and “plant fermentation residue” containing 82 types of lactic acid bacteria go on sale July 1 (Wednesday)

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 82 types of lactic acid bacteria
  • 12 additive-free design features
  • ¥1,980 before tax
  • Net weight: 35 g
  • July 1, 2026

Companies mentioned:株式会社プロラボホールディングス、東京農業大学、エステプロ・ラボ

Final judging to be held for NEDO’s prize-based program, “NEDO Challenge, Satellite Data -Updating Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries with Satellite Data!-”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 12 teams that passed the first-round screening
  • 1st place: ¥10 million
  • 2nd place: ¥5 million
  • 3rd place: ¥3 million
  • Judges’ Special Award: ¥1 million

Companies mentioned:NEDO、経済産業省

【Held July 30 (Thursday) at 11:30】What is “AI search optimization (AIO),” which is rapidly expanding overseas? Free seminar on next-generation marketing to thrive in an era of halved search volumes!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Annual sales of around 120 million yen
  • A community with 5,000 members
  • More than 200 business networking events annually
  • A network of 10,000 people
  • Approximately 80 companies participated
  • 30,000 yen per month (excluding tax)
  • ROI of approximately 15 times

Companies mentioned:KOBUSHI MARKETING合同会社、バクリ株式会社、三菱マテリアル、LIXIL、日本 HP、TAC、Peatix

Kishiwada City Sports Ambassador Exchange Event “Volleyball Class—Discovering and Developing Children’s ○○”—きんでんトリニティーブリッツ大阪 to participate as volleyball instructors

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Event date and time: July 11, 2026 (Saturday), 13:00–15:00

Companies mentioned:株式会社きんでん、きんでんトリニティーブリッツ大阪

Entrusted for 4 consecutive years: タクトピア株式会社 to deliver the “Reiwa 8 Chiba Entrepreneur Development Program”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Approximately 25 people
  • More than 35,000 people

Companies mentioned:タクトピア株式会社、千葉県

Nippon Kayaku announces sponsorship agreement with SUPER GT entrant apr

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Companies mentioned:日本化薬株式会社、株式会社エー・ピー・アール、apr

Basic design begins for 2nd oil-based chemical recycling facility

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Medium-term management plan announced in May 2026 (target period: fiscal years 2026–2030)

Companies mentioned:出光興産株式会社、ケミカルリサイクル・ジャパン株式会社

Florence receives contract from 東京都中野区 for “social media consultation services for children requiring medical care”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Originalここ20年程で2倍以上に増加しています
  • As of the end of March 2026, a cumulative total of 281 people had registered to use the service

Companies mentioned:認定NPO法人フローレンス、東京都中野区

Thomas Barta, author of “The 12 Success Rules Only the World’s Top Marketers Know,” set to speak at the ad:tech tokyo 2026 keynote

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Total attendance: approximately 16,000 people
  • More than 70 countries worldwide
  • 68,000 evaluation data points
  • More than 400 chief marketing officers
  • More than 3,000 graduates
  • More than 170 B2C/B2B events worldwide
  • 30 countries worldwide
  • More than 3 million visitors
  • 17 years of experience

Companies mentioned:Comexposium Japan、Marketing Leadership Institute、ad:tech tokyo

“Pink Ribbon Edition” breast cancer awareness bag, made from traditional Japanese paper cloth “shifu,” now available!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Price: ¥110,000 (tax included)
  • Original販売1個につき3,000円を一般社団法人Re.Bornへ寄付

Companies mentioned:HIROSHIMA SHIFU®︎、株式会社和道、一般社団法人Re.Born

Announcement of the 2026 NAFIC high school student Miwa Somen cooking contest

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • The top 6 teams will be selected
  • Original1食分あたりの食材費(素麺代を除く)の目安を500円以内とすること
  • Cooking time: within 60 minutes, including weighing, preparation, plating for display, and portioning for tasting
  • Following a presentation (oral, within 5 minutes)
  • Cleanup within 20 minutes
  • Original応募期間:2026年7月1日(水曜日)~9月30日(水曜日)【必着】

Companies mentioned:奈良県、奈良県立なら食と農の魅力創造国際大学校、NAFIC、オーベルジュ・ドゥ・サンヴィ、奈良県三輪素麺工業協同組合、奈良県三輪素麺販売協議会

【名鉄トヨタホテル】Okinawa BAL~Shimauta LIVE~ August 1, 2026 (Saturday)

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Aug. 1, 2026 (Saturday)
  • 17:30~20:00
  • Adults (junior high school students and older): ¥8,000 (includes 16 tickets)
  • Elementary school students: ¥4,000 (includes 8 tickets)
  • From June 1, 2026 (Monday), 10:00

Companies mentioned:名鉄トヨタホテル、株式会社名鉄トヨタホテル、三菱UFJ銀行

株式会社ゆあそび, operator of Kosugiyu Harajuku, announces initiatives for its 3rd fiscal year.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Bath admission: ¥550
  • At opening: ¥520
  • The 151-tsubo floor “チカイチ”
  • A total of 18 mirrors
  • Entering its 3rd year in August 2026
  • Since opening in 2024
  • Scheduled to open after mid-July
  • Business hours: 11:00–19:00
  • Established in 2024
  • Established: Oct. 1, 2024

Companies mentioned:株式会社ゆあそび、富士フイルム、WONDER PHOTO SHOP

New lifesaving project launches on July 1, AED Day, aiming to raise AED usage from 5% to 30%

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Raising AED usage from about 5% to 30%
  • Involved in AED sales and maintenance inspections for about 20 years

Companies mentioned:株式会社尼崎薬品、日本AED財団、日本心臓財団、日本救急医療財団、さいたま市教育委員会

146 overseas travelers surveyed on connectivity options: “eSIM” was the most popular at 43.8%. More than 60% of users chose unlimited plans [Survey on overseas connectivity from 2025 onward]

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • “Overseas eSIM” was the most popular option, at over 40% (43.8%)
  • “Unlimited plans” were the most popular, at over 60% (61.1%)
  • Respondents said they “would like to use the same eSIM again next time.” Once people try one, they are likely to use it again, suggesting high satisfaction
  • “Carrier international roaming”: 24.7%
  • “Pocket Wi-Fi (rental)”: 19.9%
  • “Local SIM card”: 6.2%
  • “Free Wi-Fi only”: 2.7%
  • Just 4.8% chose “0.5GB/day or less”

Companies mentioned:なきch.、海外eSIMの教科書

Launch of “ふくごう君Light,” a new integrated environmental control system for greenhouse horticulture

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • An accessible price point (list price: ¥280,000, excluding tax)
  • Compact size (280(H)×280(W)×130.5(D)mm)
  • Approximately 3.5 kg
  • Temperature: 0–50℃
  • Humidity: within 85%RH

Companies mentioned:三基計装株式会社、株式会社チノー、株式会社セラク

[Minamiboso City] A one-group-per-day inn is crowdfunding to help nurture the satoyama by welcoming overnight guests!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Target amount: 300,000 yen
  • From June 1, 2026, through August 31

Companies mentioned:SUNAO Retreat 奥白浜、千葉銀行、ちばぎん商店、C-VALUE、奥白浜里山保全団体

SATANAMA Lab collaborates with co-ba 横浜関内! Launches the first pop-up yoga studio for a new business in Yokohama’s Kannai district!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Drop-in: ¥3,000 (tax included) / 1 session
  • Punch card: ¥12,000 (tax included) / 5 sessions
  • Regular yoga classes will be offered every Wednesday starting August 5, 2026, at 19:00
  • Drawing on this experience, we decided to launch a “pop-up” business that can serve a variety of communities, rather than insisting on operating a studio tied to a specific location.
  • Scheduled to open in May 2026 on the 11th floor of the BASEGATE横浜関内 tower, a new landmark just a 1-minute walk from JR Kannai Station.

Companies mentioned:合同会社SATANAMA、SATANAMA Lab、co-ba 横浜関内、Ba & Co Inc.、ブライトンスタジオ代官山、INSIDE FLOW JUNIOR TEACHER、BASEGATE横浜関内

“Spleen” 3D silk eye mask, which achieved 151% of its Makuake target, to go on general sale from July 1

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Achieved 151% of the target
  • Planned retail price: ¥8,800 (tax included)

Companies mentioned:Spleen、Makuake、CHOOSEBASE SHIBUYA

Japan-made, planet-friendly ECO beach sandals get even better‼—all inspired by the desire to “protect the ocean”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 100% organic biodegradation accelerator
  • Expected to decompose in about 5 years

Companies mentioned:株式会社まちプロ、FDA、ASTM、厚生労働省

CORDER launches “Estimating AI Platform” to improve estimate accuracy and optimize costs through AI and data in estimating

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Original全国30社以上(支店含む)のゼネコンで導入が進み
  • Has a track record of supporting more than 200 companies
  • We spent ¥50 million developing a rough-estimate system, but

Companies mentioned:株式会社CORDER、ゼネコン

Drowning-detection AI “SAFESWIM” launches a social demonstration project in Odawara ahead of full-scale adoption in Japan. Crowdfunding begins on CAMPFIRE

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Drowning incidents in Japan claim 700–800 lives or leave people missing every year.
  • There were 191 child drowning victims in 2024 (Reiwa 6)
  • Of these, 28 died or went missing
  • 99.9% detection accuracy
  • Target amount: ¥600,000

Companies mentioned:株式会社BloomAI、FortuneAI、VIVOTEK、CAMPFIRE、警察庁、株式会社BLUE POWER

[Procurement Reform, Part 2] Global leader DMEGC × 株式会社エイジア

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Leveraging its background as a manufacturer with annual production capacity of approximately 500 million units
  • Recommended use-by period: 5–10 years

Companies mentioned:株式会社エイジア、DMEGC

[For cat lovers in 1LDKs and rental homes] No need to give up, even in a small room! A cardboard manufacturer founded in 1959 develops a cat house that can be freely reconfigured to suit your cat; presales begin on Makuake on July 1

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Original1ユニットの重さは約585g
  • Planned retail price: ¥6,000 for a 3-unit set
  • 4,200 yen
  • ¥8,500 for a 5-unit set
  • ¥5,950
  • July 1, 2026
  • Through October 31, 2026

Companies mentioned:株式会社出羽紙器製作所、Makuake

Launch of OWM for Business, a generative AI platform dedicated to apparel planning that transforms the fashion industry’s planning and design process.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Established: December 15, 2020

Companies mentioned:合同会社Open Design、OWM for Business

“TONE UP WASH,” a beauty cleanser, launches from NEROLI LABO, known for its toner containing 77% fermented and matured placenta extract

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Contains 77% fermented and matured placenta extract
  • Priced at ¥4,620 (tax included)
  • Brand representative 藤井夏恋 turns 30

Companies mentioned:株式会社NEROLI LABO、NEROLI LABO

[First overseas expansion] Authentic Hakata yakitori heads overseas! 博多焼鳥 よかよか堂(HAKATA YAKITORI YOKAYOKADO) grand opens in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on July 1, 2026!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • July 1, 2026
  • Seating capacity: 58
  • Hours: 17:00–23:00

Companies mentioned:YARUKI MALAYSIA SDN BHD、株式会社やる気カンパニー、博多焼鳥 よかよか堂(HAKATA YAKITORI YOKAYOKADO)

株式会社YAMAI (Imported Car Buying Center) makes 株式会社ミスターライオンギフ, a long-established imported-car dealer with a history spanning more than 40 years, a subsidiary

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 株式会社YAMAI continues its rapid growth 9 years after its founding
  • Achieving group-wide sales of ¥13 billion

Companies mentioned:株式会社YAMAI、株式会社ミスターライオンギフ

[GO eSIM] Every stage of development created with AI. eSIM service for Japanese overseas travelers launches, covering 160 countries worldwide

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Launches service covering 160 countries worldwide
  • Original1日¥500〜(台湾・無制限プラン)の手頃な価格
  • 33% OFF introductory campaign

Companies mentioned:株式会社Nomad Works、Anthropic社

株式会社求人ジャーナル marks its 40th anniversary by strengthening its 求人ジャーナルネット job site and 転職プラザ career events

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 40th anniversary
  • Marks its 40th anniversary in July 2026
  • Held at 2 venues in Tsukuba and Saitama

Companies mentioned:株式会社求人ジャーナル、求人ジャーナルネット、転職プラザ×就活プラザ

株式会社AYURA announces strengthening of its management structure

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • After 18 fiscal years since its founding
  • 髙木 and 杉山 have been colleagues for 20 years

Companies mentioned:株式会社AYURA、ZOZO、AYIN、VOLCAN&APHRODITE

More than just baking: “レンジメート ワイド” expands the possibilities of microwave cooking

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Release date: July 1, 2026
  • Manufacturer’s suggested retail price: ¥13,200 (tax included)

Companies mentioned:株式会社MUK

UK-based packable rainwear brand Mac in a Sac to hold pop-up events at 4 stores nationwide

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 4 locations nationwide
  • More than 20 countries
  • In 1987
  • in 2004
  • Original2026年6月15日(月)から7月20日(月)

Companies mentioned:Mac in a Sac、株式会社津田商会、ヴィクトリア御茶ノ水本店、エルブレス新宿、エルブレス福岡天神、SSXダイバーシティ東京プラザ

ボイット and コムフォース jointly develop voice-call-enabled fleet management system “ICOM CONNECT CARS”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Launches on July 1, 2026

Companies mentioned:ボイット株式会社、アイコム株式会社、株式会社コムフォース、Google LLC、VOYT Inc.、COMFORCE INCORPORATED

【Could eating only somen speed up summer fatigue?】85% of registered dietitians and nutritionists express concern! Top 5 “somen rescue foods” to prevent summer nutrient deficiencies announced

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 85% said they were concerned about meals consisting only of “somen + dipping sauce”
  • “The diet is heavy on carbohydrates, leading to a shortage of vitamin B₁, which is essential for energy metabolism” (80 votes)
  • “Protein deficiency can lead to a decline in muscle mass and basal metabolic rate” (76 votes)
  • “Cold noodles can chill the internal organs and impair digestion” (49 votes)

Companies mentioned:株式会社エミッシュ、栄養士ラボ®

【Voice actors Junichi Suwabe and Hiroki Yasumoto】Coffee beans become handsome middle-aged men. The first voice drama from the isekai café “Coffee Stars” goes on sale today on BOOTH

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • On sale on BOOTH starting July 1, 2026
  • Price: ¥1,870–¥3,740
  • (Running time: about 28 minutes)

Companies mentioned:ダートコーヒー株式会社、BOOTH、株式会社エム・エーフィールド、株式会社ダックスプロダクション、COFFEE STARS

Cross-border e-commerce site “WAFÚÚ” expands delivery coverage to 125 countries and regions

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Delivery coverage expanded to 125 countries and regions
  • Available in 21 languages

Companies mentioned:株式会社クレスティア、WAFÚÚ.COM

“Enjoy the Gion Festival in a yukata”—extended hours until 22:00! For an evening at the Gion Festival in a yukata, visit レンタル着物岡本.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • In 2025, the Yoiyoiyama evening of the first half of the festival on the 15th drew about 190,000 people
  • Reports say about 240,000 people attended the Yoiyama evening on the 16th
  • In 2023, the Yoiyoiyama evening on the 15th drew about 280,000 people
  • The Yoiyama evening on the 16th drew about 340,000 people
  • Nagoya obi yukata plan: ¥5,980 + tax
  • Authentic yukata plan: ¥4,980 + tax
  • Select yukata plan: ¥3,980 + tax
  • Student-discount yukata plan: ¥3,500 + tax
  • Yukata dressing: ¥2,000 + tax
  • Hair styling: ¥2,000 + tax
  • Basic hairstyle: ¥500 + tax
  • Original hairstyle: ¥1,000 + tax
  • Free-choice hairstyle: ¥1,500 + tax
  • More than 200,000 customers use our services annually
  • Capital: 50 million yen

Companies mentioned:株式会社OKAMOTO、レンタル着物岡本

An alternative to curtains and blinds. Launch of a domestically made hinoki “window shoji retrofit kit”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • June 16, 2026
  • Temperature difference of about 4°C
  • 80th anniversary in September 2026
  • Capital: 10 million yen

Companies mentioned:谷元フスマ工飾株式会社

Applications open for startups to compete in TechGALA pitch contest “Grand Pitch 2026: BEYOND”; first panel of judges announced!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Prize money of 1,000,000 yen
  • Top 15 companies
  • Founded less than 20 years ago

Companies mentioned:Central Japan Startup Ecosystem Consortium、名古屋大学、愛知県、名古屋市、浜松市、本荘事務所、多摩大学、合同会社Darwin Ventures、武蔵精密工業株式会社、STATION Ai株式会社、独立行政法人日本貿易振興機構(ジェトロ)

Named official partner of “Street Fighter League: Japan 2026,” “CAPCOM CUP 13,” and “Street Fighter League: World Championship 2026”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • “Street Fighter League: Japan 2026”
  • “CAPCOM CUP 13”
  • “Street Fighter League: World Championship 2026”
  • Entered the gaming monitor market in 2024

Companies mentioned:TVS REGZA株式会社、株式会社カプコン、FIFA、ラグビー日本代表

かながわ労働センター adopts “HRbase”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • The number of comprehensive labor consultation cases nationwide was 1,201,881
  • Requests for advice and guidance rose 5.9% from the previous fiscal year
  • Applications for mediation rose 4.9% over the same period

Companies mentioned:HRbase、株式会社HRbase、かながわ労働センター、神奈川県庁産業労働局

Original【申込受付中】文部科学省後援 2026年度ELEC夏期英語教育研修会7/27 ~ 8/17、小学校英語教育workshop 8/3・7・9開催

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Capacity: 60 people
  • Course fee: ¥11,000 for each 1-day course (including teaching materials and consumption tax)
  • Course fee: ¥8,800 for each 1-day course (including teaching materials and consumption tax)

Companies mentioned:一般財団法人英語教育協議会、ELEC、文部科学省

madhappy and FREECITY bring their highly anticipated 2nd collection to Japan

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Starting at 12 noon on Monday, July 6, 2026

Companies mentioned:Madhappy、FREECITY、Madhappy Japan

Further updates to the RESAS tourism map feature supported by LocationMind

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Established: February 2019

Companies mentioned:LocationMind株式会社、NTTドコモ、経済産業省、内閣官房、株式会社全力優、公益財団法人 日本交通公社

【New release】“We want to support moms with their real-life concerns!” 3D maternity shorts with 3D construction launch on Wednesday, July 1!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 3-pack for ¥1,980
  • July 1, 2026 (Wed.)

Companies mentioned:株式会社フォーシーズHD、株式会社iiy、CHARM MAKE BODY

A unique collaboration between ドムドムハンバーガー and Choshi Electric Railway

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Choden Festival 2026
  • Starts at 10:00
  • Ends at 15:00
  • 500 yen per 1 item
  • ¥1,790
  • Shipping fee: ¥880 extra
  • Collaboration T-shirt / ¥3,990
  • Collaboration mini pouch / ¥1,490
  • Collaboration acrylic keychain / ¥690
  • Single item: ¥790
  • Set: ¥1,190
  • 27 stores in total

Companies mentioned:株式会社ドムドムフードサービス、銚子電気鉄道株式会社、ドムドムハンバーガー

New launch of a voice-call-enabled fleet management system

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Map data ©2026 Google
  • Launched on July 1, 2026

Companies mentioned:アイコム株式会社、ボイット株式会社、株式会社コムフォース、Google

戸田建設ミュージアム renews its special exhibition: “Creating ‘Wind.’” opens July 1

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Starting July 1, 2026
  • Began commercial operation in January 2026
  • 1/120-scale wind turbine model
  • Wind turbine models (8 units)

Companies mentioned:戸田建設、戸田建設ミュージアム、TODA CREATIVE LAB “TODAtte?(トダッテ)”

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