# AI News 180m Report｜2026-07-01 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 2 of 15

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 1321 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 98 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Applications open in July for the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries-subsidized “INACOME Business Contest 2026,” seeking business ideas that contribute to revitalizing rural communities

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002255.000016751.html
- anchor: #n1282445
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社パソナ農援隊、農林水産省

Facts:
- Application period: July 1, 2026 (Wednesday), 9:00–September 27 (Sunday), 23:59
- Finalists will receive hands-on support to advance their businesses. In addition, winners of each award will receive opportunities to meet with sponsoring companies to explore business collaboration, advisory support from experts, and local specialty products such as agricultural produce and processed goods as prizes. Through this initiative, パソナ農援隊 will support new challenges in rural communities across Japan and contribute to building a sustainable society that makes use of local resources.

## Launch of the “Education Innovator Development Program,” a certificate program for working adults

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000183831.html
- anchor: #n1282447
- Companies mentioned: 東京大学、大学総合教育研究センター

Facts:
- Launching in October 2026
- A structured opportunity to revisit and deepen learning over 6 months and 70 hours
- Capacity: 25 people
- Employees of private companies and other organizations: 500,000 yen
- Employees of educational institutions, government agencies, public institutions and other organizations: 250,000 yen

## For the first time within Kushiro Shitsugen National Park, 「鶴居・西武の森」 has been certified by the Ministry of the Environment as a “Nature Coexistence Site”

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000128.000103822.html
- anchor: #n1282448
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社西武不動産、西武造園株式会社、西武トラベル株式会社

Facts:
- 約391 万㎡の広大な森
- Approximately 40 minutes by car from Kushiro Airport

## Stripe announces participation in the stablecoin Open USD

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000121.000077879.html
- anchor: #n1282449
- Companies mentioned: Stripe、Open Standard、Visa、Mastercard、American Express、Discover、Fiserv、Adyen、Cloudflare、Corpay、Jack Henry、Klarna、Affirm、Ramp、OnePay、Brex、Checkout.com、WEX、PayPay Corporation、Western Union、Nuvei、Remitly、Ria、Marqeta、MoneyGram、Nium、Worldline、Galileo、Highnote、i2C、Lithic、Thredd、Episode Six、Verituity、Félix、Taptap Send、CAL (Israel Credit Cards)、BlackRock、BNY、Standard Chartered、Commonwealth Bank of Australia、Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group、Intercontinental Exchange、National Australia Bank、DBS Bank Ltd.、U.S. Bank、BBVA、Mizuho Financial Group、Shinhan Financial Group、Westpac、Itaú、OCBC、ANZ、UOB、Chime、Banco Bradesco、Huntington Bank、Citizens Bank、KB Kookmin Card、Emirates NBD、Hanwha Life、Banorte、Bank Hapoalim、FNB South Africa、K Bank、SoFi、Woori Card、Absa、Kakao Bank、Samsung Card、Bank Leumi、Wenia by Grupo Cibest、Nedbank、Isbank、Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank ADIB、Banco de Crédito del Perú、Mashreq、RAK Bank、Hana Card、Hyundai Card、BCcard、Cross River、Grupo Aval、Davivienda、The Bancorp、Pathward、Banca Transilvania、Nonghyup Card、Neo Financial、Maya Bank、Netbank、Freedom Bank Kazakhstan、Lead Bank

## JATCO announces appointments of directors and auditors

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000032.000129050.html
- anchor: #n1282450
- Companies mentioned: ジヤトコ株式会社、フェロー

## Applications for the “Tama River Beautiful Future Creation Grant” open on August 1

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000128061.html
- anchor: #n1282709
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人 東急財団、とうきゅう環境浄化財団、東京急行電鉄

Facts:
- Depending on the application category, the maximum grant is 1.5 million yen or 2 million yen
- A cumulative total of 1,346 cases
- A total of 1.56 billion yen

## “Building Japan’s only and largest fund administration platform”—N Squared CEO Yohei Noguchi discusses his founding beliefs and hopes for the Japanese economy on internet radio

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000179331.html
- anchor: #n1282708
- Companies mentioned: N Squared株式会社、Heart Station、アント・キャピタル・パートナーズ株式会社

Facts:
- Available on Spotify starting June 1, 2026
- Became available on June 19, 2026 (Friday)
- Although our company was only founded in April 2026

## Arup supports certification of offshore wind power project off Oga, Katagami and Akita cities in Akita Prefecture

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000056134.html
- anchor: #n1282707
- Companies mentioned: Arup、男鹿・潟上・秋田Offshore Green Energy合同会社、ビューローベリタスジャパン株式会社、鹿島建設株式会社、株式会社小堀鐸二研究所、コーウィー・エーエス、ベスタス・ジャパン株式会社、MHIベスタスジャパン株式会社、オーヴ・アラップ・アンド・パートナーズ・ジャパン・リミテッド

Facts:
- Large offshore wind power facilities exceeding 10 MW
- Offshore wind power facilities in the 15 MW class
- Approximately 18,000 staff

## Focusing on demand for “giving rest, not things,” Shinjuku and Nishi-Shinjuku dry head spa specialist La HEAD begins selling experiential gift cards

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000174705.html
- anchor: #n1282706
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Karada Works、La HEAD

Facts:
- Approximately 90% fall asleep
- Relief from stiff neck and shoulders: 65%
- Relief from headaches and eye strain: 60%
- Wanting to relax: 59%
- Improved sleep quality: 44%

## Fanlead, which develops highly skilled talent in generative AI and cloud computing, to expand AI implementation support services for customers

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000166378.html
- anchor: #n1282705
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファンリード、太陽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、AWS ジャパン

Facts:
- The number of AWS certifications earned has exceeded 200
- Standalone: 219 employees (including 179 engineers); consolidated: 385 employees

## AI Ops Manager、ADKマーケティング・ソリューションズ、Framerの3社が共同プロジェクト発足の取り組みを開始

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000117568.html
- anchor: #n1282704
- Companies mentioned: AI Ops Manager株式会社、ADKマーケティング・ソリューションズ、Framer B.V.、ADKスタートアップ・ブースト・スタジオ

Facts:
- ADK MS launched the service in 2024
- 3社連携概要

## Notice regarding a temporary account-opening booth at 近畿大学

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000100027.html
- anchor: #n1282703
- Companies mentioned: 関西みらい銀行、近畿大学、京都産業大学

Facts:
- Approximately 370 visitors
- Approximately 100 accounts opened

## “I know what I want to do,” but I can’t take action. The barrier of “how to find a job that suits you” holding back job searches among people in their 20s | 7th report on job changes among people in their 20s by ツナグバ

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000144845.html
- anchor: #n1282702
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ツナグバ

Facts:
- Approximately 70% of people in their 20s said they “do not have a clear idea of the job or occupation they want”
- Only 0.6% said, “I’m not sure what I want to do or what I want to avoid.”
- “Poor workplace relationships / a sports-club-like atmosphere” was the most common response at 43.2%.
- “I have a vague idea, but don’t know how to look” was the most common response at 48.5%.
- Only 30.4% said they had a clearly defined job or occupation they wanted to pursue.
- “I have a general idea of the direction I want to take, but nothing specific” accounted for 34.5%.
- “There’s nothing in particular I want to do, but there are ways of working I want to avoid” also accounted for 34.5%.
- Among men, 38.3% said, “I have a general idea of the direction I want to take.”
- Among women, 40.0% said, “There’s nothing in particular I want to do, but there are ways of working I want to avoid.”

## On winning No. 1 in Kinki for NISA banks in the 2026 Oricon Customer Satisfaction Survey

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000100027.html
- anchor: #n1282701
- Companies mentioned: りそなグループ、株式会社関西みらい銀行、オリコン株式会社、株式会社oricon ME

Facts:
- Number of survey respondents: 6,411
- Number of companies (services) surveyed: 65
- Required number of respondents: 100 or more

## プラウ’s self-propelled brush cutters “WGC530” and “WGC530 Plus” to receive price revisions starting August 1, 2026

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000176650.html
- anchor: #n1282700
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ホンダウォーク、プラウ

Facts:
- Current price: 69,800 yen (tax included)
- Revised price: 74,800 yen (tax included)
- Current price: 94,800 yen (tax included)
- Revised price: 99,800 yen (tax included)

## トムソン・ロイター brings Fiduciary-Grade AI™ standards to Japanese legal research and trade compliance

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000072024.html
- anchor: #n1282699
- Companies mentioned: トムソン・ロイター、ONESOURCE、Westlaw Japan、ロイター

Facts:
- 74% of professionals worldwide use AI tools multiple times a week
- 41% do not have access to tools built to meet the standards required for professional work
- Covering more than 210 countries and regions

## 三菱UFJ信託銀行株式会社 has entered into a business partnership

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000152707.html
- anchor: #n1282698
- Companies mentioned: 三菱UFJ信託銀行株式会社、LUコンサルティング株式会社

Facts:
- From June 2026

## Keio University Professor Emeritus 勝川史憲氏 and ウェル・アイ sign comprehensive partnership agreement to promote data health plans for 地方公務員共済組合 and others

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000161375.html
- anchor: #n1282697
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ウェル・アイ、地方公務員共済組合、指定都市職員共済組合、市町村職員共済組合、都市職員共済組合

Facts:
- A comprehensive partnership agreement was signed on July 1, 2026

## 日本TCS launches AI-powered solutions for pharmaceutical development and safety operations

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000141669.html
- anchor: #n1282696
- Companies mentioned: 日本タタ・コンサルタンシー・サービシズ株式会社、タタコンサルタンシーサービシズ

Facts:
- A total of 10,000 professional staff

## New art space “キラリナアートステージ” opens in Kichijoji, with 1st pop-up event

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000037656.html
- anchor: #n1282695
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TODOROKI、株式会社京王SCクリエイション、PONKO

Facts:
- 82,000 Instagram followers
- 51,000 X followers

## “Public Transportation Open Data Challenge 2026”

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000146050.html
- anchor: #n1282694
- Companies mentioned: 公共交通オープンデータ協議会、国土交通省、INIAD cHUB、東京大学大学院情報学環ユビキタス情報社会基盤研究センター、一般社団法人社会基盤情報流通推進協議会（AIGID）、MobilityData、東日本旅客鉄道株式会社（JR東日本）、東京都交通局、Postman株式会社、グーグル合同会社、YRPユビキタス・ネットワーキング研究所

Facts:
- Total prize pool of up to 3 million yen
- Railway operators from 24 companies and organizations
- 107 route bus operators
- Community bus services from 351 organizations
- Demand-responsive transport in 9 municipalities (3 operators)
- Ferry operators from 28 organizations
- 4 aviation and airport-related operators
- 2 bike-sharing operators

## サラダコスモ×ホクト 初のコラボ食育イベント身近な食材「もやし」と「きのこ」を知る 小学生向け食育イベントを開催します

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000075842.html
- anchor: #n1282693
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社サラダコスモ、ホクト株式会社

## Regarding the change of company name and brand logo

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000044235.html
- anchor: #n1282692
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ユポ・コーポレーション、株式会社ユポ

Facts:
- Effective July 1, 2026
- Founded in 1969

## Event report: 3-company roundtable on “Taking on new fields through extended warranties”

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000027.000029093.html
- anchor: #n1282633
- Companies mentioned: テックマークジャパン株式会社、島村楽器株式会社、株式会社ビジョンメガネ、AIGジャパン・ホールディングス株式会社

Facts:
- Operates 182 stores nationwide
- Operates 101 stores, mainly in Kansai, as well as in Kanto, Chubu and Kyushu
- 3-year warranty program
- Cumulative number of products covered: 159.37 million

## Disability employment is about more than just numbers. “What LORANS wants to keep asking” published

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000028.000018643.html
- anchor: #n1282632
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ローランズ、ウィズダイバーシティ有限責任事業組合

Facts:
- The statutory employment rate for private companies will rise to 2.7%.
- More than 700,000 people with disabilities are now working.
- Only 46.0% of companies have met the statutory employment rate.
- 未達成企業のうち57.6％は障害者を1人も雇用できていません
- Today, it is Japan’s largest union, with 20 companies and 4,053 people participating.
- There are 631 companies nationwide, generating 53,710.5 jobs.
- Group employees:

## The 2nd installment of the popular “brain-boosting fun” event: “Masterpiece Reading Challenge,” featuring 100 acclaimed Akutagawa and Naoki Prize-winning books

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000028.000075017.html
- anchor: #n1282631
- Companies mentioned: サントリーウエルネス、三省堂書店

Facts:
- 100 acclaimed books selected by 三省堂書店 from past Akutagawa and Naoki Prize-winning works
- A kit that includes a challenge calendar to help you enjoy reading for 7 days
- About 90% of participants said the event made brain health measures feel accessible.
- 100% said they want to continue reading in the future.
- Cumulative shipments: 20 million units

## D&D Import Japan to fully launch its BYD dealership business on July 1

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000029.000163532.html
- anchor: #n1282630
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社D&Dホールディングス、株式会社D&D Import Japan、株式会社D&Dマネージメント、BYD Auto Japan株式会社、BYD

Facts:
- Operating a total of 3 stores
- From July 1, 2026, operating a total of 3 stores: “BYD AUTO Okinawa (Prefectural Office Showroom),” “BYD AUTO Sapporo West” and “BYD AUTO Sapporo”
- Capital: ¥10 million

## ファミペイ翌月払いにはじめて登録するともれなく最大2,000円相当進呈キャンペーン開催！

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000030.000059521.html
- anchor: #n1282629
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファミマデジタルワン、Google LLC.、Apple Inc.、Apple Japan合同会社

Facts:
- Up to 2,000 yen worth
- Worth 1,000 yen
- 5,000 yen worth in total

## サイオステクノロジー’s “LifeKeeper” listed as the 1st software offering on さくらインターネット’s “Marketplace EXpress”

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000033.000073714.html
- anchor: #n1282628
- Companies mentioned: サイオステクノロジー、さくらインターネット、サイオスグループ、サイオス株式会社

Facts:
- A high-availability clustering product with more than 90,000 licenses deployed worldwide

## A Yokohama specialty: 崎陽軒 launches products in original packaging, “Vacuum-Packed Tuna (TUNA) Shumai” and “Yokohama Pineapple Cake, Brown Sugar,” on July 3, 2026

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000037.000158859.html
- anchor: #n1282627
- Companies mentioned: 崎陽軒、GREEN×EXPO協会、２０２７年国際園芸博覧会マスターライセンスオフィス

Facts:
- Price: 740 yen (tax included)
- 価格 ：1個入り220円（税込）
- Exhibition area: approximately 100 ha (including an 80 ha venue area)
- Number of visitors: 15 million (more than 10 million paying visitors)

## 特定技能コンソーシアム（TGC） surveys 1,236 Specified Skilled Workers; 75% say they want to continue working in Japan

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000040.000155502.html
- anchor: #n1282626
- Companies mentioned: 特定技能コンソーシアム（TGC）、株式会社Proud Partners、株式会社NINAITE、株式会社Funtoco、株式会社LivCo

Facts:
- 1,236 Specified Skilled Workers
- 75% want to continue working in Japan
- 336.5 billion yen per year
- 382,000 Specified Skilled Worker No. 1 residents
- Annual total remittances to home countries: approximately 204.5 billion yen
- The rate of people with Specified Skilled Worker status apprehended for offenses is the lowest among work and training-related statuses, at 18.6 per 10,000 residents
- 16% said discrimination or unfair treatment happens “sometimes/often.”
- 11% said “prefer not to answer.”
- 32% said they had no JLPT qualification.
- Even among those who have lived in Japan for 5 years or more, 55% have no qualification.

## People across Japan, share what makes your hometown special. Win up to 1 million yen! “JTB Kenmin Show Travel Awards 2026” to be held; short videos showcasing the appeal of all 47 prefectures are now being accepted

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000041.000016381.html
- anchor: #n1282625
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プログレス、株式会社JTB、読売テレビ放送株式会社

Facts:
- Prize money of 1,000,000 yen
- A total of 8,432 video submissions
- For ages 13 and up

## Junior esports team eLittle Star for elementary and junior high school students recognized as eligible for the Osaka City Lessons and Cram School Subsidy Program

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000041.000124068.html
- anchor: #n1282624
- Companies mentioned: eスタジアム株式会社、株式会社ＮＡＮＫＡＩ、eLittle Star

Facts:
- Subsidies of up to ¥10,000 per month
- Recognized as an eligible program under the Osaka City Lessons and Cram School Subsidy Program starting in May 2026

## New WECARS commercial: “Summer Nose Fire” launches!!

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000041.000176464.html
- anchor: #n1282623
- Companies mentioned: WECARS、Coke ON

Facts:
- To be held from July to September
- Scheduled to air through the end of September

## [“Senritsu Meikyu: Mei” is overtaken by Sadako] A Sadako collaboration doubles the terror…! “Senritsu Meikyu: Mei: Awakening of the Supernatural — Sadako Special Investigation” set to open on the 1st basement floor of 東京タワー on Saturday, July 18!

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000043.000053239.html
- anchor: #n1282622
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ABAL、富士急行株式会社、株式会社電通、フジテレビジョン、東京タワー

Facts:
- Starting Saturday, July 18, 2026
- Encounter rate with supernatural phenomena up 15%
- More than 20,000 people have helped with the investigation
- Adults [Supernatural Awakening] Weekdays: ¥2,800
- Ages 7–18 [Supernatural Awakening] Weekdays: ¥2,300
- Adults [Sadako Special Investigation] Weekdays: ¥3,100
- Ages 7–18 [Sadako Special Investigation] Weekdays: ¥2,600
- Ages 7–18 [Sadako Special

## [グランデュオ立川] Take on the role of a popular shop employee! “Exciting Job Experience 2026” to be held

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000044.000021867.html
- anchor: #n1282621
- Companies mentioned: ジェイアール東日本商業開発株式会社、グランデュオ立川、モンロワール、セスト、ギャップ ギャップキッズ、なんぼや、シープラ、JRE MALLチケット

Facts:
- グランデュオ gift certificate worth ¥500
- お子さま1名につき 1,000円
- Number of stores: 141

## [A place where art and everyday life meet] A new art space opens at キラリナ京王吉祥寺!

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000045.000156180.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3173050-en.html
- anchor: #n1282620
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社京王ＳＣクリエイション、株式会社TODOROKI、PONKO

Facts:
- 82,000 Instagram followers
- 51,000 X followers
- Site area: approximately 3,400 m²
- Total floor area: approximately 32,000 m²
- Parking: approximately 110 spaces

## The number of member companies of ナレルグループ's 一般社団法人 全国建設人材協会 has surpassed 2,000

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000048.000132820.html
- anchor: #n1282619
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ナレルグループ、一般社団法人 全国建設人材協会、BRANU株式会社

Facts:
- Number of member companies reaches 2,000
- Approximately 700 successful introductions
- Launched the skilled workers recruitment and placement business in earnest in 2021
- As of June 2026

## ヘンケル to showcase LOCTITE at the Porsche booth in the Formula E “2026 TDK Tokyo E-Prix” Fan Village

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000049.000014558.html
- anchor: #n1282618
- Companies mentioned: ヘンケル、ヘンケルジャパン株式会社、Porsche、TDK、Formula E Operations Limited

Facts:
- Sales in 2025 were 20.5 billion euros
- Operating profit of approximately €3 billion

## Opens “Kyoto Office” to strengthen its condominium development business in the Kansai region

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000050.000153458.html
- anchor: #n1282617
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社AVANTIA、ドリームホームグループ

Facts:
- On Wednesday, July 1, 2026, we opened the “Kyoto Office” in Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City, the first office in Kyoto Prefecture.
- Number of employees: 575 (consolidated), 249 (non-consolidated) *As of August 31, 2025

## Creators who placed in the SURF Music “Love again” remix contest take part in the singing debut of Yuria Suzuki from Netflix’s “ラヴ上等”

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000053.000118440.html
- anchor: #n1282616
- Companies mentioned: SURF Music、Netflix、avex、Spotify、Apple Music、TK SONGS RESPECT PROJECT、Nujabes、big-up.style

Facts:
- Newly released songs in June 2026
- Released 4 works in succession
- It achieved its global launch in March 2023
- Currently has approximately 40,000 registered users
- Established: 2019

## [バンヤンツリー・東山 京都] An afternoon tea featuring seasonal fruits and refreshing sweets in a special setting nestled in Higashiyama’s lush greenery

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000060.000142729.html
- anchor: #n1282615
- Companies mentioned: バンヤンツリー・東山 京都、バンヤン・グループ、バンヤンツリー・ホールディングス・リミテッド、withBanyan、バンヤン・グローバル財団、バンヤン・アカデミー

Facts:
- July 4, 2026 (Sat)–August 31, 2026 (Mon
- ◇ Price: ¥8,000 (tax and service charge included)
- Our hotel, with 52 rooms
- 8 rooms with hot spring baths
- More than 100 hotels and resorts in over 20 countries
- More than 140 spas and galleries
- 12 global brands

## The second installment of the popular event for an enjoyable mental workout: “Classic Literature Reading Challenge,” featuring 100 acclaimed books by Akutagawa Prize and Naoki Prize winners, to be held at 11 三省堂書店 stores

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000067.000131210.html
- anchor: #n1282614
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社三省堂書店、サントリーウエルネス、サントリー

Facts:
- 100 acclaimed books selected by 三省堂書店 from past Akutagawa Prize and Naoki Prize-winning works
- A challenge calendar to help you enjoy reading for 7 days
- About 90% of participants said the event made brain health measures feel accessible.
- 100% said they want to continue reading in the future.
- Cumulative shipments: 20 million units

## “FORMULA E×TOKYO GX ACTION FAN VILLAGE,” an immersive fan festival where you can experience the world of Formula E with your whole body

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000071.000152544.html
- anchor: #n1282613
- Companies mentioned: FORMULA E、TOKYO GX ACTION、FIA、銀座たけ内、ONE OR EIGHT、東京ビッグサイト

Facts:
- July 25 (Saturday) and 26 (Sunday), 2026
- Hours: 14:00–22:00
- Surpassed 10 million views in just 10 days after release
- Total views surpass 300 million

## Marking 10 years since the establishment of the Global Code of Conduct and Ethics (COCE)

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000072.000000769.html
- anchor: #n1282612
- Companies mentioned: 豊田通商株式会社、豊田通商グループ

Facts:
- “COCE Booklet” editions in 23 languages

## Announcement of participation in a logistics real estate development project (refrigerated and frozen warehouse) in Otaru City, Hokkaido

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000075.000105720.html
- anchor: #n1282611
- Companies mentioned: ダイビル株式会社、シービーアールイー株式会社、商船三井グループ

Facts:
- Total floor area: approximately 3,000 tsubo
- Site area: 25,224 m²
- Total floor area: approximately 9,800 m²

## Jamf launches “AI Governance,” the industry’s first AI control plane for Mac

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000078.000066916.html
- anchor: #n1282610
- Companies mentioned: Jamf、Claude Code、Claude Desktop、OpenAI Codex、Gartner

Facts:
- 687 IT security leaders
- Approximately 1 in 5 companies (22%)
- Automation of IT tasks (44.4%)
- Adoption of AI productivity tools (41.0%)
- Establishing AI governance (36.7%)
- Spending on AI governance is set to reach $492 million in 2026
- Expected to exceed $1 billion by 2030

## Future flower maintenance brand Florica to exhibit at “WEDDING SOMMELIER EXHIBITION 2026,” bringing together 600 brides

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000086.000077374.html
- anchor: #n1282609
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ピュール、Florica

Facts:
- 600 brides gather
- “WEDDING SOMMELIER EXHIBITION 2026”
- 10 stems: ¥4,950
- 3 stems: ¥1,650
- ￥2,970
- ￥3,850

## 東京都 x バイオーム launches “Tokyo Wildlife Survey Team 2026: Summer Edition”

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000090.000044108.html
- anchor: #n1282608
- Companies mentioned: 東京都、株式会社バイオーム

Facts:
- Approximately 140,000 reports in 2024
- 1.25 million cumulative downloads
- More than 11 million in total

## 3 new exhibits explore the wonders of living things through fish fins and dinosaurs! AOAO SAPPORO celebrates its 3rd anniversary with “AOAO SAPPORO: A Major Evolution”

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000091.000112370.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3128744-en.html
- anchor: #n1282607
- Companies mentioned: AOAO SAPPORO、株式会社青々、北海道標茶町、標茶町博物館「ニタイ・ト」、むかわ町穂別恐竜博物館、moyuk SAPPORO

Facts:
- 3rd anniversary of opening
- 3 new exhibits
- July 24, 2026
- 300 yen (tax included)
- 480 yen (tax included)
- 790 yen (tax included)

## Vertical short drama “This Story Is Half Fiction” released

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000096.000010262.html
- anchor: #n1282606
- Companies mentioned: 髙松建設株式会社、株式会社フロンテッジ、ユーラスクラフト、コマド、Reservoir、クロスメディア・パブリッシング

Facts:
- A total of 5 episodes
- Price: ¥1,380 (before tax)

## JALUX STYLE signs domestic exclusive distribution agreement for Korean bag brand Found Pocket

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000098.000160959.html
- anchor: #n1282605
- Companies mentioned: JALUX STYLE、Found Pocket、ALPAKA、BLUEORB、JALUX

Facts:
- July 1, 2026

## 【赤福】五十鈴茶屋、みえ応援ポケモン「ミジュマル」とコラボした「燦真珠の塩と尾鷲甘夏餅 三重県×ミジュマルVer.」を新発売

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000100.000153142.html
- anchor: #n1282604
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 赤福、株式会社ポケモン、任天堂、クリーチャーズ、ゲームフリーク

Facts:
- 150th anniversary of Mie Prefecture
- Price: ¥1,000 (tax included)
- Assortment of 5

## “Renovation of the Year 2026,” the renovation industry’s annual festival, which has brought together 2,696 entries over 14 years, begins accepting submissions on Wednesday, July 1

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000105.000008586.html
- anchor: #n1282603
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人リノベーション協議会、株式会社 タムタムデザイン

Facts:
- 協議会非会員：30,000円／1件
- A cumulative 87,964 compliant renovated homes have been issued

## July course offerings at GINZA 豉 KUKI, a Japanese restaurant themed around fermentation and aging

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000108.000144091.html
- anchor: #n1282602
- Companies mentioned: ひかり味噌株式会社、ひかり発酵滋養株式会社、GINZA 豉 KUKI

Facts:
- “Kiwami” course ¥23,650
- “Wa” course ¥18,150
- “Lunch” course ¥12,100
- “Mizu” course (vegan and vegetarian course) ¥23,650
- “Aya” course (vegan and vegetarian course) ¥18,150

## Mobile ticketing system “QUICK TRIP Ticket” begins sales of Konan Railway 1-day pass

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000109.000075727.html
- anchor: #n1282601
- Companies mentioned: レシップホールディングス株式会社、レシップ株式会社、弘南鉄道株式会社、株式会社デンソーウェーブ

Facts:
- 100% funded by レシップホールディングス株式会社
- Adults (ages 12 and older): ¥1,000
- Children (ages 6 to under 12): ¥500

## Mobile ticketing system “QUICK TRIP Ticket” to be introduced by 東海旅客鉄道株式会社

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000110.000075727.html
- anchor: #n1282600
- Companies mentioned: レシップホールディングス株式会社、レシップ株式会社、東海旅客鉄道株式会社、株式会社デンソーウェーブ

Facts:
- Saturday, July 4, 2026

## Seeking sponsors for the GREEN×EXPO 2027 project ~Opening applications for 5 new sponsorship opportunities~

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000117.000097656.html
- anchor: #n1282599
- Companies mentioned: GREEN×EXPO協会、公益社団法人２０２７年国際園芸博覧会協会、落合陽一氏

Facts:
- Returned to Earth in June 2026

## エリクソンモビリティレポート：アップリンクが勢いを増す中、5G契約数が30億件を突破

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000118.000010141.html
- anchor: #n1282598
- Companies mentioned: エリクソン、ソフトバンク、クアルコム

Facts:
- The total surpassed 3 billion, reaching 3.1 billion
- 2031年末までには2倍を超える64億件に達すると予測されています
- In this June edition, the number increased to 84 across all regions
- Reaching 71% in 2026
- 57% of FWA service providers offer speed-based pricing plans
- Uplink growth rates were higher than downlink growth rates at 43 of 55 companies
- 17 of 55 companies recorded uplink growth rates at least 1.5 times higher than downlink growth rates
- Increased 22% year over year in the first quarter of 2026

## 【東京都港区】港区職員採用公式インスタグラムと特設ページを開設

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000124.000140793.html
- anchor: #n1282597
- Companies mentioned: 港区

Facts:
- Phone: 03-3578-2107

## 【東京都港区】港区立公園2例目！檜町公園が「自然共生サイト」に認定されました

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000125.000140793.html
- anchor: #n1282596
- Companies mentioned: 港区、東京ミッドタウン

Facts:
- The 2nd certification for a city-run park
- Conserving more than 30% of land and sea as healthy ecosystems
- Since April of Reiwa 5 (2023)

## Blue Bottle Coffee Hakata Cafe grand opening Tuesday, July 21, 2026

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000129.000048883.html
- anchor: #n1282595
- Companies mentioned: ブルーボトルコーヒージャパン合同会社、TEKI DESIGN、奥添製パン、HiO ICE CREAM、GLOCAL STANDARD PRODUCTS

Facts:
- July 21, 2026 (Tue.)
- The 2nd cafe in the Kyushu region
- Cold Shaken Espresso ¥700
- Espresso Tonic ¥800
- Vanilla Bean Shakerato ¥880
- Sweet Blossom Shakerato ¥880
- Iced Sweet Blossom Latte ¥850
- Sweet Blossom Latte with Cold Foam ¥980
- Iced Caffè Latte ¥690
- Iced Mocha ¥781
- Yuzu Lemonade Float ¥831
- Toast Mentaiko Po

## Tsukui strengthens collaboration with F・マリノススポーツクラブ

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000129.000049667.html
- anchor: #n1282594
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ツクイ、F・マリノススポーツクラブ、横浜F・マリノスフトゥーロ

Facts:
- Long-term contract from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2030
- 1シーズンあたり4回へと実施回数を拡充
- More than 560 day service centers currently operating nationwide

## Zoom launches AI Productivity Suite

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000139.000046792.html
- anchor: #n1282593
- Companies mentioned: Zoom、Zoom Communications, Inc.、Zoom Canvas、Zoom Slides、Zoom Sheets、Zoom Paper、Zoom AI、ZoomMate、Microsoft Office、Google Workspace

Facts:
- AI クレジット込みで 1 ユーザーあたり月額 10 ドル

## “Work Digitally! Shizuoka Women’s Empowerment Program” begins accepting participants

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000142.000035957.html
- anchor: #n1282592
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社MAIA、株式会社マイナビ、静岡市、freee

Facts:
- Application period: July 1, 2026 (Wednesday)–July 31, 2026 (Friday)
- Course period: September 16, 2026 (Wednesday)–January 24, 2027 (Sunday) (approximately 4 months)
- Course fee: ¥11,000 (tax included)
- freee Accounting Course: 10 participants
- Business Automation × AI Course: 10 participants
- [Established] November 2017
- [Capital] ¥23.3 million
- [Established] August 1973
- [Capital] ¥2.1021 billion

## [Event report] Celebrating the 6th anniversary of the official YouTube channel “The World Only Yurindo Knows”: “Yuseka 6th Anniversary Event” held on June 27 and 28

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000146.000135515.html
- anchor: #n1282591
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社有隣堂、サンスター文具株式会社、三省堂辞書出版部

Facts:
- 2 days
- Maximum concurrent viewers: 2,312
- Chat messages: 11,147
- Subscribers: 539,000

## Uniontec rebrands under the banner “Spaces that matter to humanity”

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000151.000031121.html
- anchor: #n1282590
- Companies mentioned: ユニオンテック株式会社、SHIFTBRAIN Inc.、CHO-P inc.、Sunny Inc.、夜。

Facts:
- Has completed more than 10,000 construction projects
- Capital | ¥100 million

## Hotel inventory management DX that systemizes the functions of a “procurement department.” Automating inventory management and ordering gives staff more time to focus on guests

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000152.000026042.html
- anchor: #n1282589
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エスマット、イシン・ホテルズ・グループ

Facts:
- Already used by more than 1,400 customers

## [nana's green tea] For the summer gift season, a bulk-buy sale of “souvenir warabi mochi,” kneaded by artisans in copper pots, runs exclusively in the online store from July 1

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000153.000042376.html
- anchor: #n1282588
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社七葉、nana's green tea、山政小山園

Facts:
- ¥1,350 (tax included)
- 5% off purchases of 3 or more
- 10% off purchases of 5 or more

## NEXA to host a free webinar for companies seeking to enter the official development assistance (ODA) sector

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000158.000080352.html
- anchor: #n1282587
- Companies mentioned: NEXA、株式会社スペースデータ、JICA、国際協力機構、ロンドン・スクール・オブ・エコノミクス

Facts:
- July 22, 2026 (Wednesday), 19:00–20:00
- With over 15 years of experience in international development
- Capital: 1.513 billion yen

## HashPort Wallet launches an integration feature enabling JPYC issuance and redemption within the app

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000174.000046288.html
- anchor: #n1282586
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社HashPort、JPYC株式会社、JPYC EX、auPayマネーライト

Facts:
- Downloads surpass 1.15 million
- More than 80% of JPYC users
- Launch scheduled for July 13, 2026

## Habit-building app “みんチャレ®” launches a dedicated page for 山形県長井市 and starts a health promotion initiative using the app

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000176.000024217.html
- anchor: #n1282585
- Companies mentioned: エーテンラボ株式会社、みんチャレ®、山形県長井市

Facts:
- Monthly plan: 500 yen/month
- Annual plan: 4,700 yen/year
- 53 local government projects nationwide
- As of July 2026

## [SwitchBot] Popular models both get a “Pro” upgrade. Preorders for the “Smart Circulator 2 Pro” and compact robot vacuum “K11+ Pro” begin July 1

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000186.000057002.html
- anchor: #n1282584
- Companies mentioned: SWITCHBOT株式会社、Amazon、楽天市場、ヤフー

Facts:
- 最大吸引力を従来モデル比2倍※の12,000Paへ強化
- Built-in battery supports up to approximately 70 hours of continuous use
- Maximum airflow: 13.51 m³/min
- Maximum wind speed: 6.5 m/s
- Minimum operating noise: approximately 21 dB
- Rated power consumption: 24 W
- 1日約5.9円

## TYNK Kabutocho to open July 4 (Saturday) in Nihonbashi Kabutocho and Kayabacho, where Heiwa Real Estate is advancing urban development

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000192.000024148.html
- anchor: #n1282583
- Companies mentioned: 平和不動産株式会社、株式会社Roots&Leaves、TYNK、Tomato

Facts:
- Opening on July 4, 2026 (Saturday)
- Available at more than 70 food and beverage outlets and other locations nationwide
- Japanese Herbal Chai Oat Milk Latte ¥800
- Japanese Herbal Chai Tonic ¥800
- Craft Herbal Tea ¥700
- Fig and Chai Oat Carrot Cake ¥830
- Homemade Craft Ice Cream ¥600 and up
- Craft Herbal Tea, individually wrapped ¥450
- 12-piece box ¥2,900
- GIFTBOX ¥3,200

## Applications open today for “KSAC Finland Program 2026,” an acceleration program for researchers seeking to expand overseas

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000197.000090165.html
- anchor: #n1282582
- Companies mentioned: 関西スタートアップアカデミア・コアリション（KSAC）、公益財団法人大阪産業局、アールト大学、フィンランド技術研究センター（VTT）、Enter Espoo、Crazy Town、Helsinki Partners

Facts:
- More than 1,500 high-tech companies are based in the city
- About 100 startups are launched annually in the city of Espoo
- Number of projects sought and capacity: up to 5 projects

## “Shop Counter Enterprise,” a leasing DX system for commercial facilities, revamps the Mitsui Fudosan Group’s “Event Space and Media Guide”

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000207.000013729.html
- anchor: #n1282581
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カウンターワークス、三井不動産株式会社、三井不動産商業マネジメント株式会社、ららぽーとエージェンシー株式会社、三井ショッピングパーク、三井アウトレットパーク、ライフスタイルパーク

Facts:
- About 50 facilities nationwide
- About 2,000 event spaces
- About 420 in-facility media placements
- Implemented at more than 1,500 commercial facilities

## Concludes an agreement with 岡山県 to promote plastic waste reduction and other initiatives

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000252.000045090.html
- anchor: #n1282580
- Companies mentioned: ウォータースタンド株式会社、岡山県

Facts:
- With a mission to eliminate 3 billion disposable plastic bottles
- 71 locations nationwide, as of the end of May 2026
- Capital: 50 million yen

## [Marudai Food] Sponsors the “Japan Wheelchair Curling Championship” as an official partner of 一般社団法人 日本車いすカーリング協会

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000257.000054430.html
- anchor: #n1282579
- Companies mentioned: 丸大食品株式会社、一般社団法人 日本車いすカーリング協会、公益財団法人 日本カーリング協会、ナブテスコ

Facts:
- 第22回ナブテスコ 車いすカーリング選手権大会
- Number of participating teams: 5

## [Marudai Food] Marudai Food supports the “TEAM JAPAN” delegation to the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games with its ham and sausage products.

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000258.000054430.html
- anchor: #n1282578
- Companies mentioned: 丸大食品株式会社、日本オリンピック委員会、日本パラスポーツ協会日本パラリンピック委員会

Facts:
- Through Dec. 31, 2028

## Launch of operations for the No. 1 private real estate fund

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000258.000073738.html
- anchor: #n1282577
- Companies mentioned: 旭化成ホームズ株式会社、旭化成ホームズ・アセットマネジメント株式会社、合同会社へーベルメゾン1st

Facts:
- Asset scale: approximately ¥3.83 billion

## Housing consultation event to help single-parent families find homes to be held in Itabashi Ward on 令和８年８月９日

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000260.000057497.html
- anchor: #n1282576
- Companies mentioned: 東京都住宅供給公社、JKK東京

Facts:
- Capacity: 20 households
- 20% rent discount
- Rent is free for １ month from the contract start date

## Mitsubishi Research Institute launches joint mortgage fraud detection initiative

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000264.000050210.html
- anchor: #n1282575
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社三菱総合研究所、住宅ローン・データ・コンソーシアム

Facts:
- About 40 financial institutions are members
- Data covering more than 5 million cases
- Implemented since July 2025

## “The 12th Heat Countermeasures Exhibition,” a hands-on trade show to invigorate businesses related to heatwave countermeasures

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000273.000016501.html
- anchor: #n1282574
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人日本能率協会、空調服、ミズノ、ソニーサーモテクノロジー、サンコー、リベルタ、アールエスタイチ、シャープ、大正製薬、花王ビオレ、リブレ、東国スタイル、谷沢製作所

Facts:
- The number of exhibitors reached a record high of 189 companies and 376 booths
- Attendance is expected to reach 18,000, including visitors to the concurrently held exhibitions in East Halls 7 and 8.
- Visitors can experience heatwave countermeasure products and services from 21 companies (planned) in the area
- The number of companies adopting “Biore’s Cool Support,” Biore’s business service for corporate clients, exceeded 500 as of June 2026!

## Ajinomoto Co., Inc. transforms its head office into “a place for even greater collaboration and mutual growth”

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000273.000059753.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3174578-en.html
- anchor: #n1282573
- Companies mentioned: 味の素株式会社、TODA BUILDING

Facts:
- Operations at the new office began on July 1, 2026
- Operations in 31 countries and regions worldwide

## 【摂南大学】大阪府立工科高等学校（工学系大学進学専科設置校）5校と連携協定に基づく覚書を締結

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000282.000140284.html
- anchor: #n1282572
- Companies mentioned: 摂南大学、大阪府立工科高等学校、大阪府立淀川工科高等学校、大阪府立今宮工科高等学校、大阪府立茨木工科高等学校、大阪府立東大阪みらい工科高等学校、大阪府立堺工科高等学校、大阪府教育庁

Facts:
- July 8, 2026

## シェラトン・グランデ・トーキョーベイ・ホテル strengthens ties with the local community through collaboration with local sports teams, signing a partnership agreement with volleyball team 千葉ドット

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000283.000015667.html
- anchor: #n1282571
- Companies mentioned: シェラトン・グランデ・トーキョーベイ・ホテル、千葉ドット、株式会社ドットライングループ

Facts:
- １-year partnership agreement
- July 1, 2026

## FP Corporation and 鮮魚たかぎ actively use the “Eco Store Collaboration Declaration” and “Eco Tray”

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000303.000081943.html
- anchor: #n1282570
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エフピコ、株式会社鮮魚たかぎ

Facts:
- 鮮魚たかぎの全23店舗
- 17 tons of CO2 emissions reduced

## Expanding the service area of the “STLOCAL” tourism app to solve challenges through tourism DX, helping increase regional tourism spending by encouraging visitors to explore during their trips

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000311.000067172.html
- anchor: #n1282569
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ゼンリン、STLOCAL

Facts:
- The smartphone app has been downloaded approximately 160,000 times in total
- About 90,000 e-tickets have been sold, allowing users to purchase transit passes and admission tickets to tourist facilities

## [WebX2026] Japan Digital Financial Association (JDFA) confirmed as a supporting organization

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000334.000033850.html
- anchor: #n1282568
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社CoinPost、一般社団法人 日本デジタル分散型金融協会（JDFA）、一般社団法人WebX実行委員会

Facts:
- To be held July 13 (Monday) and 14 (Tuesday), 2026

## 4 companies to explain practical points of apparel logistics DX at co-hosted seminar

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000352.000014943.html
- anchor: #n1282567
- Companies mentioned: ロジザード株式会社、東芝テック株式会社、ナクシス株式会社、Exotec Nihon株式会社

Facts:
- 20 people per day
- Rapid implementation in as little as 1 month

## Komehyo Holdings launches “JBA Shanghai Auction,” its first-ever overseas* in-person auction of pre-owned branded goods for corporate clients, in Shanghai, China

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000372.000000884.html
- anchor: #n1282566
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コメ兵ホールディングス、米濱(上海)商貿有限公司、株式会社K-ブランドオフ

Facts:
- No. 1 in sales in the branded resale industry
- Set to launch on Aug. 12, 2026
- Rapid growth of +15% to +20% year over year
- Since its founding in 2007
- About 19 years (since the launch of JBA Brand Auction)
- About 18 years (since expanding overseas)

## [STATE OF ESCAPE] Hokkaido debut! Limited-time POP UP SHOP to open at 大丸札幌店

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000374.000140499.html
- anchor: #n1282565
- Companies mentioned: STATE OF ESCAPE、大丸札幌店、株式会社リトルリーグ

Facts:
- From July 15 (Wednesday) through 21 (Tuesday)
- Business hours: 10:00 - 20:00
- <Escape> ¥64,900 (tax included)
- <Flying Solo> ¥58,300 (tax included)

## ADKマーケティング・ソリューションズ、AI Ops Manager、Framerの3社が共同プロジェクト発足の取り組みを開始

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000391.000004328.html
- anchor: #n1282564
- Companies mentioned: ADKマーケティング・ソリューションズ、AI Ops Manager、Framer B.V.、ADKスタートアップ・ブースト・スタジオ、Y Combinator、Fortune 500

Facts:
- The service launched in 2024
- Assignment in as little as 3 days

## ROAS of 394% across e-commerce and physical stores! SMN resolves the challenge of measuring store advertising effectiveness by integrating location-based visit measurement

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000403.000013903.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3174581-en.html
- anchor: #n1282563
- Companies mentioned: SMN株式会社、印傳屋上原勇七、unerry社、読売新聞東京本社、YOMIURI X-SOLUTIONS

Facts:
- “Omnichannel ROAS※: 394%”
- ROAS from online shop advertising: 261%
- Offline (physical store) ROAS: 133%

## Railway fan brand “びゅう鉄” celebrates its 1st anniversary! Giveaway campaign announced!

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000403.000082705.html
- anchor: #n1282562
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社JR東日本びゅうツーリズム＆セールス、いすみ鉄道、福島臨海鉄道、JR東日本

Facts:
- “びゅう鉄” tours departing from April 1, 2026 (Wednesday) through September 20, 2026 (Sunday)
- July 1, 2026 (Wednesday), 14:00 – September 20, 2026 (Sunday), 23:59
- ■Travel price: 19,700 yen per adult (1 person)
- ■Travel price: 14,770–55,000 yen per adult (1 person)
- ■Travel price: 120,000–135,000 yen per adult (1 person)
- ■Travel price: 120,000–135,000

## Books published by note surpass 400! Book and screen adaptations from the Creative Awards are also accelerating

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000410.000017890.html
- anchor: #n1282561
- Companies mentioned: note株式会社、Tales ＆ Co.

Facts:
- More than 75 million works have been published (as of the end of February 2026)
- Across the past 4 editions (2022–2025), 34 works (as of the end of May 2026) have been adapted for media, including as books, screen productions and serializations
- Membership has reached 11.78 million (as of the end of February 2026)

## 《Anniversary project》 アトア × Shinki Bus: アトア takes over the Port Loop!? アトア buses packed with features to make even travel time fun hit the road!

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000413.000084116.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3128675-en.html
- anchor: #n1282560
- Companies mentioned: アトア、神姫バス株式会社、AQUARIUM×ART átoa

Facts:
- 2 Port Loop buses
- Quantity available: limited to 500
- Adults (junior high school students and older): 3,800 yen (tax included)
- Elementary school students: 2,400 yen (tax included)

## ＜First-ever event in Osaka this year!＞ Fujiya × Japan Shogi Association collaboration event, “第七回 Peko-chan’s First Shogi Class,” to be held! Professional shogi players such as Muranaka 七段 will join for a first shogi lesson with Peko-chan!

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000450.000097396.html
- anchor: #n1282559
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社不二家、公益社団法人日本将棋連盟

Facts:
- August 8, 2026 (Saturday), 10:00–16:30 (3 sessions in total, 90 minutes each)
- 3 sessions in total, 90 minutes each
- 15 groups (30 people) per session; 45 groups (90 people) in total
- Children around 5–8 years old who are beginners at shogi

## 【20th anniversary】Luxury watch specialty store GINZA RASIN launches 7 major campaigns as a gesture of appreciation

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000453.000019046.html
- anchor: #n1282558
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ヨンドシーホールディングス、株式会社羅針、GINZA RASIN、TUDOR、Grand Seiko

Facts:
- 7 major campaigns
- Up to 200,000 yen off

## First-ever in 佐倉市! Free esports tournament “THROW THE SPARK 2026 佐倉市 Tournament” to be held!!

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000453.000024449.html
- anchor: #n1282509
- Companies mentioned: 佐倉市、SETOUCHI SPARKS、株式会社ビッグマンプロジェクト、アイズ法務事務所、Epic Games、Mojang、Microsoft

Facts:
- A full-fledged tournament leading to a national final with a total prize pool of 1 million yen.
- The esports tournament “THROW THE SPARK 2026 佐倉市 Tournament” will be held on Reiwa 8 (2026), July 19 (Sunday), at the 佐倉市 Shizu Community Center.