# AI News 180m Report｜2026-07-01 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 3 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.

## Corporate Wi-Fi rental service “Wi-Ho!Biz” expands the countries and areas covered by its 5G unlimited plan to 81, among the highest in the industry※

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000488.000006419.html
- anchor: #n1282508
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社テレコムスクエア、Wi-Ho!Biz

Facts:
- 3,000 yen/day/device (tax-exempt)

## Turn your TV into an “interior feature that blends into the space”: wall-mounting support campaign for OLED TVs

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000495.000023289.html
- anchor: #n1282507
- Companies mentioned: LGエレクトロニクス・ジャパン株式会社、LGエレクトロニクス

Facts:
- Support of up to 100,000 yen
- Support of up to 80,000 yen
- Support of up to 50,000 yen
- Support of up to 20,000 yen
- 9.95 mm thin
- Global sales in 2025 were approximately 89.2 trillion won

## The 2026 website is now open for “キクスタ,” a next-generation entrepreneur development initiative run by 神奈川県.

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000499.000033548.html
- anchor: #n1282506
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ツクリエ、神奈川県

## Seeking to stem the outflow of young people, 山梨県 and 39 organizations issue joint declaration on wage hikes

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000504.000078927.html
- anchor: #n1282505
- Companies mentioned: 山梨県、山梨県経営者協会、山梨県商工会議所連合会、山梨県商工会連合会、山梨県中小企業団体中央会、連合山梨、山陽精工株式会社、UAゼンセン山梨県支部、法政大学経営大学院、日本総合研究所

Facts:
- The U-turn employment rate among students who attended universities and other institutions outside the prefecture is 21.8%
- The number of people aged 20–24 moving out of the prefecture has also reached 1,480
- A total of 39 organizations took part
- About 100 people, including representatives of labor and management organizations and government officials, attended the ceremony

## 売上No.1月刊マネー誌『ダイヤモンドZAi』がデジタルサブスクを開始！

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000536.000045710.html
- anchor: #n1282504
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ダイヤモンド社、ダイヤモンドZAi、日本証券アナリスト協会

Facts:
- In the first year, subscriptions are available from 1,320 yen per month (tax included), 73% off the cover price
- Gold plan annual price: offered for 13,200 yen (tax included), reduced from the list price of 49,500 yen per year (tax included)
- Service launch date: July 1, 2026

## The maternal and child health handbook app 『母子モ』 launches in Hinokage, Miyazaki Prefecture!

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000559.000099909.html
- anchor: #n1282503
- Companies mentioned: 母子モ株式会社、こども家庭庁

Facts:
- A “Hinokage Baby Support Grant” of 30,000 yen is provided when the maternal and child health handbook is issued.
- 『母子モ』, adopted by more than 880 municipalities, has been selected

## This summer, Eren’s hardening ability has become shaved ice! TVアニメ『進撃の巨人』 × Nijigen no Mori collaboration event: summer-only menu featuring limited-time shaved ice that captures the fates of Eren and Annie, available from July 13

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000725.000128966.html
- anchor: #n1282502
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニジゲンノモリ、TVアニメ『進撃の巨人』、講談社

Facts:
- Available for a limited time from March 14, 2026 (Saturday) to December 13, 2026 (Sunday)
- Available from Monday, July 13
- “I’ll seal the hole in Wall Maria with this.” Eren’s hardened-form shaved ice / 1,200 yen
- “You’ve come this far and now you’re going to clam up!!” Annie’s shaved ice, featuring her ultra-hard crystal form / 1,200 yen
- The manga has been published in 18 languages in more than 180 countries worldwide, and the anime series has won multiple awards overseas, earning fans around the world.
- ▲ “Acrylic Stand (4 types)” / 1,210 yen (tax included)
- ▲“Armin’s salt ‘in quantities too great to use up in a lifetime’” / 990 yen (tax included)
- ▲“Captain Levi’s quote memo” / 1,045 yen (tax included)
- ▲“Cube-shaped can badge (8 types in total, random)” / 385 yen (tax included)
- ▲“Eren’s resolve mapo tofu rice bowl” / 1,900

## Rakuten Securities wins the overall No. 1 ranking for the 3rd consecutive year in the “2026 Oricon Customer Satisfaction Survey: NISA Securities Companies”!

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000728.000011088.html
- anchor: #n1282501
- Companies mentioned: 楽天証券株式会社、オリコン株式会社、SBI証券、松井証券、マネックス証券、三菱UFJ eスマート証券、野村證券、大和証券、SMBC日興証券

Facts:
- At the end of 2025, the number of NISA accounts in Japan exceeded 28 million
- 23% of the total population now holds a NISA account
- 約4分の1となる700万人以上のお客様が、楽天証券のNISA口座で資産づくりをされています
- Sample size: 8,234 people
- Number of companies (services) surveyed: 28

## 【静岡県】Shizuoka Wellness Foods EXPO 2026 to be held July 23–25

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000736.000079445.html
- anchor: #n1282500
- Companies mentioned: 静岡県、静岡銀行、TECH BEAT Shizuoka 実行委員会、（公財）静岡県産業振興財団

Facts:
- About 50 companies and organizations will be invited
- Reiwa 8, July 23 (Thursday)–25 (Saturday)

## ＜静岡県庁＞Work Study Tour [On-site visits with specialist and technical staff] scheduled for Reiwa 8!

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000737.000079445.html
- anchor: #n1282499
- Companies mentioned: 静岡県庁

Facts:
- Late August to early December, Reiwa 8

## Recruiting participants for the AI business planner development program “ＦｕＪＩ：ＡＩ”!

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000739.000079445.html
- anchor: #n1282498
- Companies mentioned: 静岡県、株式会社JEPLAN、Potlatch,Inc、AuB株式会社、株式会社ユニッジ、うねり株式会社、鈴与システムテクノロジー株式会社、株式会社MIXI

Facts:
- Number of teams sought: approximately 10
- Applications and selection for individuals or teams of up to 3 people

## July 1 is Bank Day!＼6,312 actual users responded／Oricon Customer Satisfaction Survey: Data on “Internet Banking” usage

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000772.000034467.html
- anchor: #n1282497
- Companies mentioned: オリコン株式会社、株式会社oricon ME、PayPay、楽天ペイ、ファミペイ、メルペイ、au PAY、nanaco、WAON、イオン銀行、セブン銀行、ローソン銀行

Facts:
- “Because I don’t have to go to a branch, counter or ATM” was the most common response at 50.4%
- “Transfers and remittances” was the most common response at 55.1%
- “Credit cards” was the most common response at 27.6%
- “QR code payment apps (16.7%)”
- “Prepaid electronic money (8.5%)”

## ランキング of marriage counseling agencies with high customer satisfaction: 【IBJメンバーズ】 and 【サンマリエ】 tie for No. 1 overall (Oricon Customer Satisfaction® Survey)

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000773.000034467.html
- anchor: #n1282496
- Companies mentioned: オリコン株式会社、株式会社oricon ME、IBJメンバーズ、サンマリエ、エン婚活エージェント、パートナーエージェント、オーネット、仲人協会（一般社団法人仲人協会連合会）

Facts:
- The survey covered 3,922 men and women nationwide, aged 20–69 (excluding students), who had used a marriage counseling agency within the past 5 years.
- Number of companies (services) surveyed: 26

## Ranking of securities firms and banks for NISA with high customer satisfaction: 【楽天証券】 ranks No. 1 overall among securities firms for the 3rd consecutive year; 【PayPay銀行】 ranks No. 1 overall among banks for the first time (Oricon Customer Satisfaction® Survey)

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000774.000034467.html
- anchor: #n1282495
- Companies mentioned: オリコン株式会社、楽天証券、PayPay銀行、松井証券、SBI証券、PayPay証券、GMOクリック証券、福岡銀行、三菱ＵＦＪ銀行、ゆうちょ銀行、北海道銀行、八十二長野銀行、十六銀行、関西みらい銀行、南都銀行、伊予銀行、マネックス証券、三菱ＵＦＪモルガン・スタンレー証券、りそな銀行、三井住友銀行

Facts:
- Responses from 8,234 users nationwide aged 18–74
- Responses from 6,411 users nationwide aged 18–74
- Notable score gaps were seen among the evaluation categories in which the company ranked No. 1.

## ＜Rated by 40 experts＞ 【楽天証券】 ranks No. 1 overall for NISA securities firms for the 2nd consecutive year; 【三菱ＵＦＪ銀行】 ranks No. 1 overall for NISA banks for the 2nd consecutive year (Oricon Customer Satisfaction Survey)

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000777.000034467.html
- anchor: #n1282494
- Companies mentioned: オリコン株式会社、楽天証券、三菱UFJ銀行、SBI証券、マネックス証券、PayPay証券、りそな銀行

Facts:
- Conducted among 40 financial industry experts
- July 1, 2026
- 2年連続総合1位
- Securities firms (expert ratings) 9
- Banks (expert ratings) 6

## ＜Responses from a total of 7,545 people＞ Data on use of NISA securities firms／banks┃The most common reason for starting to invest through NISA, cited by more than 60% for both 証券会社 and 銀行, was “making effective use of available funds” (Oricon Customer Satisfaction Survey)

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000780.000034467.html
- anchor: #n1282493
- Companies mentioned: オリコン株式会社、株式会社oricon ME、証券会社、銀行

Facts:
- 65.6% for 【証券会社】
- 64.9% for 【銀行】
- “Recommended by a financial institution’s sales representative” 19.8%
- “Because the fees are low” 33.9%
- “Because I was already using other services” 46.4%
- “I invest using both regular contributions and lump-sum investments” 37.1%
- “I invest only through regular contributions” 42.8%

## Special event featuring the Queen of Shaved Ice, Asako Harada, to visit: Aug. 1 (Saturday) at 長良川清流ホテル in Gifu City

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000803.000010391.html
- anchor: #n1282492
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ポジティブドリームパーソンズ、氷舎 mamatoko、長良川清流ホテル

Facts:
- Small size ¥1,200 (tax included)
- Small size ¥1,300 (tax included)
- Small size ¥1,100 (tax included)
- Employees: 1,154 (as of May 1, 2026)

## An exquisite menu item made in collaboration with Shine Muscat grapes from Oku-Yame debuts at Nakasu’s GRANADA SUITE on À TABLE

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000804.000010391.html
- anchor: #n1282491
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ポジティブドリームパーソンズ、GRANADA SUITE on À TABLE、加藤農園、星野製茶園、川嶋養蜂場

Facts:
- On a Table charcoal-grilled beef tenderloin (200g) with Yame vegetables
- Lunch・dinner ¥6,000
- Lunch・dinner ¥1,600
- Lunch ¥700
- Dinner ¥900
- Dinner ¥7,000
- Employees: 1,154 (as of May 1, 2026)

## Publication of FDA’s in-flight magazine “DREAM3776 ‘Summer 2026 issue’”

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000915.000046341.html
- anchor: #n1282490
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フジドリームエアラインズ、FDA、FDAショップ

Facts:
- 2026年7月1日(水)～9月30日(水)

## Saitama Prefecture mascot Kobaton makes its first appearance at あおやまベーカリー! “Kobaton Bread,” made with Saitama-grown “Sai Tamago” eggs, goes on sale【Limited to 30 per day】

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000916.000002646.html
- anchor: #n1282489
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フォーシーズ、あおやまベーカリー、三井ショッピングパーク ららテラス川口

Facts:
- 1日 30個限定
- Kobaton Bread 320 yen
- Starting Wednesday, July 1, 2026

## 【Nagoya】「北欧屋台」, featuring a carefully selected range of items from Nordic brands and shops, will set up at the “Aurora and Forest Story Exhibition.” A selection of items unveiled

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000919.000014948.html
- anchor: #n1282488
- Companies mentioned: テレビ愛知、ハンズプロ、BVコミュニケーションズ、中日新聞社、電気文化会館、中電不動産、名古屋市、名古屋市教育委員会、愛知県、公益社団法人 愛知県私立幼稚園連盟、FM AICHI

Facts:
- Adults: advance ticket 1,400 yen
- Children: advance ticket 500 yen
- Students (high school, university, vocational school): advance ticket 700 yen
- Seniors (age 65 and over): advance ticket 1,300 yen
- Discount ticket for people with disabilities and others: adults 800 yen
- Lovi／Christmas tree (30cm) & 8 mini balls／¥15,400
- Stig Lindberg／cutting board／¥7,480
- Moomin／Moomin

## Kawasaki to launch the retro sport model “Z900RS” series sequentially from Aug. 1, 2026; new “Candy Tone Greenish Blue” color added to the standard model

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000933.000028066.html
- anchor: #n1282487
- Companies mentioned: カワサキモータースジャパン、ブレンボ、オーリンズ、ニッシン、ミツバサンコーワ

## Kawasaki to launch the supersport models “Ninja ZX-25R” and “Ninja ZX-25RR” on Aug. 1, 2026 (Saturday)

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000938.000028066.html
- anchor: #n1282486
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カワサキモータースジャパン、Kawasaki Motors Enterprise(Thailand)Co., Ltd、KMT

Facts:
- Ninja ZX-25R SE 1,014,200 yen
- Ninja ZX-25RR 1,052,700 yen
- 249cm³ inline 4-cylinder engine
- Maximum output 35kW (46PS)
- Maximum output of 35kW (46PS) delivered at 16,000rpm

## Kawasaki to launch the supersport models “Ninja ZX-4R” and “Ninja ZX-4RR” on Aug. 1, 2026 (Saturday)

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000939.000028066.html
- anchor: #n1282485
- Companies mentioned: カワサキモータースジャパン、Kawasaki Motors Enterprise(Thailand)Co., Ltd(KMT)

Facts:
- Suggested retail price
- 399cm³ liquid-cooled 4-stroke inline 4-cylinder engine
- Maximum output 57kW (77PS)
- 14,500rpm

## A community-building project in the educational district by 6 real estate developers: “University of Tokyo Nishichiba Campus Site Redevelopment Project”; “Chiba Manabi no Mori,” a large-scale mixed-use district for multigenerational living; public-academic-private collaboration; the approximately 12,000㎡ “Nishichiba Campus Park”

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000960.000025694.html
- anchor: #n1282484
- Companies mentioned: 野村不動産株式会社、三菱地所レジデンス株式会社、三井不動産レジデンシャル株式会社、大和ハウス工業株式会社、総合地所株式会社、東方地所株式会社、国立大学法人東京大学、千葉大学、カスミ

Facts:
- Approximately 75,000㎡ site of the University of Tokyo’s former Nishichiba Campus
- The approximately 12,000㎡ “Nishichiba Campus Park”
- Pedestrian passage with a maximum width of approximately 12m
- A new community of approximately 1,300 homes and around 2,600 residents

## 【埼玉県】Launch of “Sai no Kuni Dayori: Children’s Edition,” a newsletter for elementary school students!

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001003.000104306.html
- anchor: #n1282483
- Companies mentioned: 埼玉県

Facts:
- Publication date: Reiwa 8, July 1 (Wednesday)
- Event date: Reiwa 8, August 21 (Friday)
- Application deadline: Reiwa 8, July 20 (Monday, national holiday)

## 【埼玉県】Call for entries opens for the competition section of the “SKIPシティ キネテク国際映画祭”!

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001004.000104306.html
- anchor: #n1282482
- Companies mentioned: 埼玉県、川口市、川口商工会議所、SKIPシティ キネテク国際映画祭

Facts:
- 8 days
- 60 minutes or longer
- 4 films or fewer
- On or after July 1, 2025

## 【埼玉県】No tuition! Learn online from the basics! Applications open for the “DX Promotion Course” for working people

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001005.000104306.html
- anchor: #n1282481
- Companies mentioned: 埼玉県、株式会社パソナJOBHUB

Facts:
- Choose from 36 lectures across 6 courses
- Courses will begin sequentially from July 8 (Wednesday)
- Applications will be accepted via the form below from July 1 (Wednesday)
- Applications accepted through Reiwa 9, March 15 (Monday)
- 1講座あたり2時間程度を予定しています

## Buy 1 Seven Café drink and get a coupon for half off your 2nd drink that day! Available for 5 days only, from July 1 (Wednesday) to July 5 (Sunday)

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001010.000155396.html
- anchor: #n1282480
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン、セブン‐イレブン

Facts:
- Buy 1 eligible Seven Café coffee
- Hot coffee R Price: 130 yen (140.40 yen including tax)
- Hot coffee L Price: 204 yen (220.32 yen including tax)
- Iced coffee R Price: 130 yen (140.40 yen including tax)
- Iced coffee L Price: 232 yen (250.56 yen including tax)
- Hot café latte R Price: 204 yen (220.32 yen including tax)
- Hot café latte L Price: 260 yen (280.80 yen including tax)
- Iced café latte R Price: 250 yen (270 yen including tax)
- Iced café latte L Price: 315 yen (340.20 yen including tax)
- Hydrogen-roasted coffee, iced R Price: 156 yen (168.48 yen including tax)

## The 41st Narita Airport Area Children's Calligraphy and Painting Exhibition will be held

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001043.000004762.html
- anchor: #n1282479
- Companies mentioned: 成田国際空港株式会社、NAA

Facts:
- 11 municipalities around Narita Airport
- 77 schools in total, 8,452 works
- 252 selected works
- 72 award recipients at the bronze award level or higher
- Friday, July 17, 2026
- Friday, August 7
- Saturday, August 8, 2026
- Aug. 31
- Early August 2026
- Mon., Dec. 28
- Thursday, July 30, 2026
- 13:30～14:30
- 13：00頃まで
- Calligraphy division: 140 works

## 九州初出店。ハンバーガーレストラン「Shake Shack 博多店」が7月21日(火)12:00にNEW OPEN！

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001076.000005743.html
- anchor: #n1282478
- Companies mentioned: アイビーカンパニー株式会社、Shake Shack、千鳥屋、ふくや、Artist Cafe Fukuoka、グリーンバード、green bird

Facts:
- Seating capacity: 148
- Mini 700 yen (770 yen including tax)
- Regular 990 yen (1,089 yen including tax)
- Add whipped cream +160 yen (176 yen including tax)
- Small 650 yen (715 yen including tax)
- Regular 790 yen (869 yen including tax)
- We will donate 5% of sales to the charity partners supported by the store.

## [アーツカウンシル東京] Launching courses through “Art Note” for artists and those involved in arts and culture!

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001092.000038211.html
- anchor: #n1282477
- Companies mentioned: アーツカウンシル東京、NPO法人Collable、アートトランスレーター、認定NPO法人STスポット横浜、エンパブリック、株式会社きてん、九州大学、MOTION GALLERY、アーツセンターあきた

Facts:
- Offering 41 courses across 9 themes

## 博報堂生活総合研究所 announces results of its “40-Year Changes Among Seniors” survey: seniors turn to solo activities, while 40% also express an intention to divorce while remaining married

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001188.000008062.html
- anchor: #n1282476
- Companies mentioned: 博報堂生活総合研究所、株式会社博報堂、QO株式会社

Facts:
- 39.5% expressed an intention to divorce while remaining married, amounting to about 40%.

## Pants take center stage in summer business style! Look stylish and feel light this summer with AOKI’s high-performance “Ballerina Pants®,” featuring a flattering silhouette that makes legs look straight and UV protection, all with no more effort than putting them on.

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001194.000011795.html
- anchor: #n1282475
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社AOKI、AOKI

Facts:
- All 5 types are now on sale

## “Nishi-Chiba Campus Park” and “East Gate Green Mall” open on July 1!

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001203.000015177.html
- anchor: #n1282474
- Companies mentioned: 国立大学法人千葉大学、東京大学

Facts:
- Approximately 12,000㎡
- Length: 90 m
- Maximum width: approximately 20㎡

## Atomic-level structural analysis solves the “mystery” of carbon materials — identifies the origin of a defect-related “mystery” peak, paving the way for the precision design of next-generation materials —

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001204.000015177.html
- anchor: #n1282473
- Companies mentioned: 千葉大学

Facts:
- 285 eV peak
- Peak at 1500–1550 cm⁻¹

## [国立科学博物館] Develops traveling exhibition conveying the importance of passing specimens and materials on to future generations; traveling exhibition and press preview to be held for the first time at 横須賀市自然・人文博物館

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001204.000047048.html
- anchor: #n1282472
- Companies mentioned: 国立科学博物館、横須賀市自然・人文博物館、学習院中・高等科、株式会社博展

Facts:
- From July 18, 2026 (Reiwa 8), through November 8
- [Opening hours] 9:00–17:00

## [ホテルヴィスキオ尼崎] Get into a tropical mood with draft beer, tropical cocktails and a Hawaiian buffet♪ The 2nd “Hawaiian Beer Summer Party” is here!

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001250.000095932.html
- anchor: #n1282471
- Companies mentioned: ホテルヴィスキオ尼崎、JR西日本ホテルズ、JRホテルメンバーズ、WESTERポイント

Facts:
- Price: 7,500 yen (tax included)
- Approximately 65 minutes by limousine bus from Kansai International Airport
- The hotel group currently operates 5 brands and 13 hotels (4,422 rooms).

## [Reprinted urgently amid a frenzy of interest even before its release!] Ruka Inui’s latest work, “God’s Substitute: HBD Investigation and Identification Room,” depicting a world where “despair” leads to death, goes on sale July 1

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001251.000031579.html
- anchor: #n1282470
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ポプラ社、TBSテレビ、紀伊國屋書店グランフロント大阪店、水嶋書房くずはモール店、くまざわ書店西新井店

Facts:
- Goes on sale Wednesday, July 1, 2026
- List price: 1,980 yen (including 10% tax)

## JR九州 × 大分製紙: 20-year collaboration in regional resource recycling

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001266.000037933.html
- anchor: #n1282469
- Companies mentioned: 九州旅客鉄道株式会社、JR九州、大分製紙株式会社、大分製紙

Facts:
- In fiscal 2022, approximately 47 tons of tickets were recycled into toilet paper.
- ※古紙1トンあたり約766kg × 年間約47トン ＝ 年間約36トンのCO2削減（焼却処分との比較）

## Making regional challenges a “starting point for learning”

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001329.000098811.html
- anchor: #n1282468
- Companies mentioned: 東北学院大学、NTT東日本株式会社、NTT東日本

Facts:
- To be established at the university in fiscal 2027
- July 1, 2026

## “Housing and Living Concierge” has been selected as the first contractor for the Shinagawa Child-Rearing and Other Vacant Home Bank

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001334.000010686.html
- anchor: #n1282467
- Companies mentioned: 東急株式会社、品川区、東急グループ

Facts:
- 品川区 also has 26,680 vacant homes within the ward
- Vacant home rate: 10.1%
- Approximately 24,300 consultations in total
- Approximately 11,400 cases
- Number of consultants: 39
- Partner companies: approximately 200
- Consultation record: 124 cases
- 803 cases in total
- Consultation record: 165 cases

## Aichi Prefecture’s Miyoshi City and Satofull begin accepting donations to address challenges faced by children in hardship and realize “a Miyoshi City where people can have hope for the future”

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001334.000025119.html
- anchor: #n1282466
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社さとふる、株式会社CAMPFIRE

Facts:
- Fundraising target: 2,000,000 yen

## The Tokyu Line app surpasses 1 million cumulative downloads! Special campaign, “Tokyu Line App 1 Million Downloads Celebration,” to run from Wednesday, July 1!

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001338.000010686.html
- anchor: #n1282465
- Companies mentioned: 東急電鉄株式会社、東急株式会社、東急バス株式会社、URBAN HACKS

Facts:
- Cumulative downloads surpassed 1 million in April 2026
- This is equivalent to “1 in 4 people*” using the service
- The following prizes will be given to a total of 100 winners
- Receive coins redeemable through “TOQ COIN”
- Acrylic section dimensions: 46 mm x 72 mm
- Thickness: 5 mm

## JCB offers 10% cash back when you use your card 5 or more times in Hawaii!

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001415.000011361.html
- anchor: #n1282464
- Companies mentioned: JCB、株式会社ジェーシービー

Facts:
- 10% cashback
- Worth 5,000 yen
- Use 5 or more times

## 【ゆず庵】3日間限定！大人1名様につき小学生1名様が無料になるお得なキャンペーンを開催

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001467.000044964.html
- anchor: #n1282463
- Companies mentioned: 物語コーポレーション、寿司・しゃぶしゃぶ ゆず庵

Facts:
- Enjoy the “Summer Yuzu-an Course” for 3,828 yen less than usual
- 物語コーポレーション, headquartered in Toyohashi, Aichi Prefecture and led by President and Representative Director Hiroyuki Kato, operates 116 stores nationwide
- Revenue: ¥123.9 billion (fiscal year ended June 2025)
- ※Group store sales: approximately 176.5 billion yen (fiscal year ended June 2025)
- 802 stores in Japan (543 directly operated stores and 259 franchised stores)
- 112 stores overseas (as of May 31, 2026)

## 【Ｚ会の教室】高1・2生向け 資料請求キャンペーンを6月29日（月）から8月8日（土）の期間限定で実施！

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001597.000049291.html
- anchor: #n1282462
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社増進会ホールディングス、株式会社Ｚ会エデュース、Ｚ会の教室

Facts:
- Monday, June 29, 2026
- August 8, 2026 (Saturday)
- About 10–15 minutes

## [Rainy-season fatigue relief] Reservations open for the July sessions of “Me Time to Reset Mind and Body,” helping you build a “me” that can take on the rainy season through morning stretching and meditation / Omotesando personal gym “808TOKYO”

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001730.000006302.html
- anchor: #n1282461
- Companies mentioned: H1GLOBAL株式会社、808TOKYO

## 【神戸須磨シーワールド】Soaking wet and exhilarating again this year! The Water Splash Festival is on

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001961.000007398.html
- anchor: #n1282460
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社グランビスタ ホテル＆リゾート、神戸須磨シーワールド

Facts:
- Event period: Aug. 1 (Sat.)–Aug. 23 (Sun.), 2026
- Event period: July 18 (Sat.)–Sept. 30 (Wed.), 2026
- Using its large tail flukes, which are about 1.5 m wide
- The number of water cannons has doubled since last year (4 units)
- Black sesame and kuromitsu orca shaved ice: 1,000 yen (tax included)
- Orca soft-serve ice cream: 700 yen (tax included)
- Drink with a floating jellyfish donut: 850 yen (tax included)

## A sale is underway with discounts of up to 87% on downloadable games! Tekken 8 Season 2 Ultimate Edition is 27% off!

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002223.000051316.html
- anchor: #n1282459
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社バンダイナムコエンターテインメント、Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc.、任天堂

Facts:
- Up to 87% off
- 27% off
- Regular price: 10,890 yen (tax included)
- Sale price: 7,949 yen (tax included)
- Regular price: 8,910 yen (tax included)
- Sale price: 5,078 yen (tax included)
- Price: 5,940 yen (tax included)
- Sale price: 772 yen (tax included)
- Regular price: 12,650 yen (tax included)
- Sale price: 6,325 yen (tax included)
- Price: 9,900 yen (tax included)
- Sale price: 7,920 yen (tax included)
- Regular price: 12,540 yen (tax included)
- Sale price: 6,270 yen (tax included)
- Price: 2,970 yen (tax included)
- Sale price: 1,960 yen (tax included)

## 'STORY' August issue includes a comprehensive guide to 'Summer trips to Korea' by 5 major regions! The special edition also comes with a lavish bonus: a BONAVENTURA heart-shaped pouch and eco bag

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002433.000021468.html
- anchor: #n1282458
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社光文社、BONAVENTURA、Amazon、SUPER EIGHT

Facts:
- Special price: 1,090 yen (tax included)
- Special price: 1,750 yen (tax included)

## 【ホテルニューグランド】Enjoy an elegant meal in a historic setting: Summer Lunch Buffet

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002464.000030117.html
- anchor: #n1282457
- Companies mentioned: ホテルニューグランド、日本ホテル株式会社

Facts:
- Event dates: Aug. 11 (Tue., holiday)–16 (Sun.), 2026
- Event dates: Aug. 11 (Tue., holiday)–16 (Sun.), 2026; limited to 6 days
- Price: Adults (ages 13 and up), 13,000 yen
- Session 1: 11:00–12:30 (last order: 12:00)
- Session 2: 14:00–15:30 (last order: 15:00)
- High-quality domestic beef, slowly roasted medium-rare over about 4–5 hours at just the right temperature to seal in the juices
- The Phoenix Room served as the main dining room when it opened in 1927 (Showa 2)

## 大阪府立江之子島文化芸術創造センター[enoco] announces the summer vacation special for the Children's Meet Room: Children's Coloring Room

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005127.000029501.html
- anchor: #n1282456
- Companies mentioned: 大阪府立江之子島文化芸術創造センター、enoco、吉本興業株式会社、放課後等デイサービス スマイル、サルイン

Facts:
- Aug. 1 (Sat.)–23 (Sun.), 2026
- Capacity: 10 people (maximum number able to participate at the same time)
- Participation fee: 100 yen per booth (tax included)

## Tokyo Metropolitan Government to hold all ５ sessions of its financial seminars for Tokyo residents; popular comedians including Mitorizu and Don Decorte to appear at the first session! For high school students, the event will be held at Akihabara UDX on Aug. 5 (Wed.), 2026

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005147.000029501.html
- anchor: #n1282455
- Companies mentioned: 吉本興業、株式会社マネネ、金融経済教育推進機構（J-FLEC）

Facts:
- August 5, 2026 (Wed.)
- 14:00～16:00

## GMO GPU Cloud adds standard EDR security monitoring to managed HPC clusters to address cyberattack risks to AI development infrastructure【GMOインターネット】

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005425.000000136.html
- anchor: #n1282454
- Companies mentioned: GMOインターネット、GMOインターネットグループ、GMOサイバーセキュリティ byイエラエ、NVIDIA、SemiAnalysis社、PCクラスタコンソーシアム、理化学研究所

Facts:
- Starting Wednesday, July 1, 2026
- July 2 (Thu.), 2026, 11:15–11:35
- July 2 (Thu.)–3 (Fri.), 2026
- Ranked 37th globally and 6th in Japan
- Capital: 500 million yen
- Capital: 5 billion yen

## 【First in Japan】Voluntary credits have been generated from forests in 東京都！

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006726.000052467.html
- anchor: #n1282453
- Companies mentioned: 東京都、アイフォレスト株式会社、一般社団法人ナチュラルキャピタルクレジットコンソーシアム（NCCC）、株式会社東京建物

Facts:
- Volume certified this time: 77t-CO2
- Credits totaling 1,725t-CO2※ are expected to be generated by 2045
- Costs related to the demonstration project (up to 40 million yen over ２ years)

## 【Kids Net】Comprehensive support for summer vacation independent research: 'Summer Vacation! Independent Research Project 2026' launches July 1

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009154.000002535.html
- anchor: #n1282452
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社学研ホールディングス、株式会社朝日学研シンクエスト、朝日新聞グループ

Facts:
- At its peak, it boasted a circulation of 6.7 million copies
- More than 500 research topics
- Sales of 199.1 billion yen for the fiscal year ended September 2025
- 82 consolidated subsidiaries

## Amazon 売れ筋ランキング 本 「受験・入試」カテゴリで1位獲得の『スタンフォード大学オンライン高校の校長が教える 世界の研究に基づいた 勉強法大全』が話題！

- Published: 2026-07-01T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000019597.000007006.html
- anchor: #n1282451
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KADOKAWA、Amazon.com, Inc.、スタンフォード大学、慶應義塾大学、横浜市立大学

Facts:
- No. 1 in Amazon's Books Best Sellers chart in the 'Exams and Entrance Exams' category
- List price: 1,980 yen (1,800 yen before tax)
- Page count: 258 pages

## "Foreign Currency Accumulation Start-up Fund Gift Campaign" now underway!

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:59:54+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000879.000052387.html
- anchor: #n1282292
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社外為どっとコム、外貨ネクストネオ、CFDネクスト、らくらくFX積立、らくつむ

Facts:
- Receive FX points worth 2,000 yen to use for foreign currency accumulation
- FX points worth 200 yen are currently being offered
- Receive FX points worth a total of 2,200 yen
- An accumulation service that lets you hold foreign currency starting from 1 currency unit
- 通貨によっては1通貨あたり100円程度からスタートできるため
- Set the margin requirement ratio to at least 4%
- An amount that results in a margin ratio of at least 1%
- Margin deposit: 100% (1x leverage)
- Over-the-counter index CFD trading: 10% of the notional principal
- Over-the-counter commodity CFD trading: 5% of the notional principal
- Set at an amount equivalent to at least 20% of the notional principal for over-the-counter stock CFD transactions

## 図研 joins TSMC Open Innovation Platform® EDA Alliance

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:59:24+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000075658.html
- anchor: #n1282293
- Companies mentioned: 図研、TSMC

## Releases 'Logical Thinking & Presentation Training for New Employees' to strengthen new employees' persuasive communication: Reskill employee training

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:57:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000157.000112991.html
- anchor: #n1282294
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社リスキル

## Emotion × Nuance ── EMUNE, a jewelry brand imbued with emotional nuance, launches

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:52:17+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000020848.html
- anchor: #n1282295
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ライオンハート、EMUNE

Facts:
- Plans to offer about 250 SKUs at launch
- Plans to announce collections 4 times a year
- Price range: 3,000–35,000 yen

## AI storyboard-generation tool StoryBuilder officially launches, available to individuals and businesses starting with 1 user

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:51:32+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000176735.html
- anchor: #n1282296
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社AIrkaiz、映像制作会社、広告代理店、事業会社、フリーランス動画制作者、個人クリエイター

Facts:
- Recruiting a limited group of 30 initial partner companies

## Participates in its 3rd IPP solar power project in Tunisia, Africa

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:51:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000073.000000769.html
- anchor: #n1282297
- Companies mentioned: 豊田通商株式会社、AEOLUS SAS、Scatec ASA、チュニジア電力・ガス公社、欧州復興開発銀行、欧州投資銀行、欧州連合、多数国間投資保証機関、CFAO、ユーラスエナジーホールディングス、SCATEC KHOBNA PV POWER SARL

Facts:
- 100MW solar power plant
- Switching 35% of total power generation to renewable energy
- The current １GW
- Increase to ３GW
- Total power generation capacity: 200MW
- Approximately 96 million euros
- スカテック社 50%
- エオラス社 50%
- 5.5 million euros in subsidies

## シンク・ネイチャー sponsors the Global Nature Positive Summit 2026 Kumamoto!

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:50:42+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000058.000100724.html
- anchor: #n1282298
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社シンク・ネイチャー、IUCN、日本生命保険相互会社、ニッセイアセットマネジメント株式会社、三井住友信託銀行株式会社、ERM

Facts:
- From July 14 to 16, 2026
- 13:15-14:15
- 11：50～12：50

## 【Chiyoda Ward・July】Bulk collection of large quantities of books, used books, specialist books and magazines｜Also serving the Jinbocho area for disposal of library collections in Chiyoda Ward; discounts of up to 1,000 yen｜まるっと本舗 junk removal

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000313.000163141.html
- anchor: #n1282299
- Companies mentioned: SYSTR株式会社、まるっと本舗

Facts:
- Cardboard box package: from ¥3,000
- Mini-truck package: from ¥8,000
- 1.5t truck package: from ¥15,000

## プロロジス｜Open house at Prologis Park Kasugai on July 22 and 23

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:49:46+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000183.000095695.html
- anchor: #n1282300
- Companies mentioned: プロロジス、ラピュタロボティクス株式会社、株式会社ハクオウロボティクス、株式会社ロジスネクスト、日本ヴァリティー株式会社

Facts:
- Approximately 7,800 m² on the 5th floor
- Approximately 2,370 tsubo
- 65,543㎡
- Approximately 19,826 tsubo
- Approximately 120,620 m²
- Approximately 36,487 tsubo

## Osaka-Kansai Expo legacy “LIFE®: Life” goes global; officially invited to ceremony marking 80th anniversary of CAUX Foundation, a Swiss sanctuary of peace

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:49:16+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000118752.html
- anchor: #n1282301
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人Feel&Sense、Initiatives of Change、CAUX Foundation、大阪大学、いのち会議、スーパーキッズオーケストラ、日本国際博覧会協会、在スイス日本国大使館、ドイツ連邦共和国大阪・神戸総領事館

Facts:
- A special performance will be held at Caux Palace on July 20, 2026
- Reservations for approximately 6,000 seats across 3 performances filled early
- A performance featuring a choir of approximately 200 people

## Explaining programs that small and midsize corporations can use now: “Grants and Subsidies Seminar 2026 in Nagoya” to be held July 28 (Tuesday)

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:48:53+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000066.000157711.html
- anchor: #n1282302
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人日本中小企業経営者協会、名古屋市中小企業振興会館

Facts:
- Only 5.5% of companies are making use of grants and subsidies
- A support program under which the government covers 75% of purchase costs
- Delivered more than 100 lectures nationwide over the past 1 year
- with more than 9,000 companies participating

## Pest-control games at the summer festival and Vket-recommended PC sales! Second wave of exhibitors announced for “Virtual Market 2026 Summer”

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:46:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000499.000034617.html
- anchor: #n1282303
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社HIKKY、サントリー株式会社、アース製薬株式会社、株式会社マウスコンピューター、焼津市、文部科学省、サミー株式会社、株式会社コアミックス、株式会社diVRse、株式会社NuNuAI、有限会社フェイスウィン、PIMAX TECHNOLOGY (Hangzhou) CO., LTD.、富士急行株式会社、青山商事株式会社、日本エイ・エム・ディ株式会社、株式会社ユニバーサルエンターテインメント、城北信用金庫、能美防災株式会社、AlphaTheta株式会社、株式会社 大丸松坂屋百貨店、17LIVE株式会社、株式会社フレイム、株式会社ワオ・コーポレーション、RKB毎日放送株式会社、Walker Industries、群馬電機株式会社、富士フイルムビジネスイノベーションジャパン株式会社、株式会社ハブ、整体×骨盤 カラダファクトリー、カラオケの鉄人、株式会社 明和電機、スタジアムバー・秋葉リーグ、HERO'S ステーキハウス、冒険香る牛すじカレー Roman Kitchen、秋葉原ダイニング ラフィーネ、やきとん元気電気街口店、やきとん元気清美通り店、焼肉酒場 秋葉牧場、秋葉原 下町 もんじゃ おしかつ、フライングスコッツマン、カフェオリエル、メイド喫茶橙幻郷、コンセプトカフェ Alice×Aliceグループ、シーシャBAR まどい、けむりちゅーどく、IV Akihabara、個室麻雀サロン Leaves、秋葉原VRChat映画祭、ロボスタディオン、株式会社VEXZ

Facts:
- More than 1.35 million visits from around the world
- 16 days, from July 11 (Saturday) to 26 (Sunday), 2026

## [Make summer vacation memories] TOOTH TOOTH to hold “KIDS KITCHEN,” a sweets-making event where kids can experience being pastry chefs!

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:42:16+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002270.000024488.html
- anchor: #n1282097
- Companies mentioned: TOOTH TOOTH、株式会社ポトマック

Facts:
- Dates: July 18 (Saturday), 19 (Sunday), 20 (holiday), 25 (Saturday), 26 (Sunday), August 1 (Saturday), 2 (Sunday), 8 (Saturday), 9 (Sunday), 11 (holiday), 13 (Thursday)–16 (Sunday), 22 (Saturday), 23 (Sunday), 29 (Saturday), 30 (Sunday), 2026
- Ages 3–12

## Major Expo legacy project launches: post-Expo “Celebrating Life” (Jellyfish Festival) to be held August 8–9

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:41:46+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000092.000134299.html
- anchor: #n1282098
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社steAm、国立民族学博物館、大和ハウス工業株式会社、大日本印刷株式会社、読売テレビ放送株式会社、JICA

Facts:
- 2 days, August 8 (Saturday) and 9 (Sunday), 2026
- General admission: 4,000 yen
- Junior and senior high school students: 2,000 yen
- Elementary school students and younger: 1,000 yen
- More than 1,200 visits

## Results of a market survey on “fresh foods (meat, produce and seafood)” [“No. 1” verification survey]

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:41:32+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000245.000053054.html
- anchor: #n1282099
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社未来トレンド研究機構、株式会社プレコフーズ

Facts:
- Fresh food sales (fiscal 2025)

## Explaining programs that small and midsize corporations can use now: “Grants and Subsidies Seminar 2026 in Hiroshima” to be held July 22 (Wednesday)

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:40:47+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000065.000157711.html
- anchor: #n1282100
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人日本中小企業経営者協会、エールエールA館

Facts:
- Only 5.5% of companies are making use of grants and subsidies
- A support program under which the government covers 75% of purchase costs
- 定員：100名（1社3名まで参加可能）

## [Sea Vegetable collaboration] Beat the summer heat! yuppa, a fresh yuba wrap sandwich, launches “SUMMER SPICY MAZESOBA,” a chilled spicy sesame mixed noodle dish made with seaweed

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000157240.html
- anchor: #n1282103
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社yuppa、合同会社シーベジタブル

Facts:
- Sunday, Sept. 6
- 2 months
- 35°C or higher
- 1,400 yen

## [Latest for 2026] Workplace AI enters the “big 3 era” — ChatGPT 60.8%, Gemini 49.7%, Copilot 41.8%, Claude 7.8%

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000169560.html
- anchor: #n1282102
- Companies mentioned: ChatGPT、Google Gemini、Microsoft Copilot、Claude、Perplexity、Notion AI、Google Workspace、Microsoft 365、株式会社スリスタ、ドヤマーケ

Facts:
- ChatGPT 60.8%
- Gemini 49.7%
- Copilot 41.8%
- Perplexity (6.5%)
- Notion AI: 6 people / 3.9%
- 400 company employees nationwide
- 153 people using AI at work
- Average of 1.82 tools
- ChatGPT 58.5%
- Gemini 56.1%
- Copilot 22.0%
- ChatGPT 65.4%
- Gemini 48.1%
- Copilot 50.0%

## [No. 1 on コミックDAYS] Huge response! Manga “Children's Hiroyuki,” depicting the life of “argument-winning king” Hiroyuki at age 10, to be released July 8

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008608.000001719.html
- anchor: #n1282101
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社講談社、講談社こども事業部、コミックDAYS、２ちゃんねる

Facts:
- No. 1 in rankings for views of original works
- List price: 792 yen (tax included)

## [Nara City] Calling for entrepreneurs to take on crowdfunding with Nara City!

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:39:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000442.000036429.html
- anchor: #n1282104
- Companies mentioned: 奈良市役所、株式会社まほろばエンターテインメント、日本ルームサービス株式会社、株式会社ロボデザイン、asuworks、株式会社HARUHINO、ゴールデンラビットビール

Facts:
- General category: 1 million–1.5 million yen
- Growth investment category: 3 million–4 million yen
- Fundraising period: 90 days

## [Kagawa Olive Guyners] High school students’ creativity comes together at the stadium. “2nd SETO CRAFT High School Techno-Art Exhibition” to be held at Rexxam Ball Park Marugame

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:38:43+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000099.000127200.html
- anchor: #n1282105
- Companies mentioned: 香川オリーブガイナーズ球団株式会社、株式会社合田工務店

Facts:
- Number of participating schools increased from 3 last year to 7
- At a home game to be held at Rexxam Ball Park Marugame on August 9, 2026 (Sunday)
- A total of 29 players have gone on to NPB and overseas professional leagues

## [OWNDAYS | On Days] Supervised by 日本パーソナルカラー協会（JPCA®）. “OWNDAYS MIRROR,” newly equipped with an AI personal color diagnosis feature, to be introduced at 50 stores

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:38:39+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000280.000005214.html
- anchor: #n1282106
- Companies mentioned: OWNDAYS株式会社、日本パーソナルカラー協会（JPCA®）

Facts:
- To be introduced sequentially at 50 stores nationwide
- AI assessment and display take approximately 12 seconds
- Approximately 630 stores in operation
- 13 countries and regions worldwide

## [emmi] First collaboration with UK lifestyle brand HUNTER! 2 utility bag styles infused with emmi’s essence launch <Wednesday, July 1>

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:38:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004282.000018505.html
- anchor: #n1282107
- Companies mentioned: emmi、HUNTER、USAGI ONLINE、株式会社マッシュスタイルラボ

Facts:
- ¥14,300 (tax included)
- ¥18,700 (tax included)

## [牛角] Summer “Big Yakiniku Festival” launches! Draft beer for 190 yen, kalbi for 290 yen, skirt steak for 390 yen! Special prices on all 25 items, with no limit on plates or drinks — We’re doing it for our 30th anniversary! Major summer campaign

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:37:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000658.000018604.html
- anchor: #n1282108
- Companies mentioned: 牛角、コロワイドグループ、株式会社レインズインターナショナル、アサヒ

Facts:
- 25 items in total
- 30th anniversary
- July 6, 2026
- July 6
- Aug. 6.
- Special price of 190 yen: 4 items total
- Special price of 290 yen: 12 items total
- Special price of 390 yen: 5 items total
- 2,000 yen (tax included)

## Eye trackers make in-store purchasing behavior visible! MRS to launch its packaging research service, “In-Depth Gaze Shelf Test,” on June 29, 2026

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:36:21+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000055750.html
- anchor: #n1282109
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マーケティング・リサーチ・サービス、MRS

Facts:
- Starting June 29, 2026
- Approximately 200 m²
- Up to 100 people
- At least 200 cases per year

## Official supplier agreement signed with ミズノ株式会社

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:34:33+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000082.000060239.html
- anchor: #n1282110
- Companies mentioned: ミズノ株式会社、株式会社DeNA川崎ブレイブサンダース、B.LEAGUE

Facts:
- Mizuno’s 120th anniversary
- Kawasaki Brave Thunders’ 76th anniversary

## [A RESTAURANT FOODS, an online store for high-quality ingredients] Collaboration with Kumamoto traditional craft maker 栗川商店. Customers who spend 50,000 yen or more will receive a specially made “ARF Kuratami Shibu Uchiwa” featuring food motifs!

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:34:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000025.000061170.html
- anchor: #n1282111
- Companies mentioned: A RESTAURANT FOODS、ARF、栗川商店、株式会社粟辻デザイン、株式会社 TP東京、TAKE PACK

Facts:
- Customers who spend a total of 50,000 yen or more (tax included)
- “Kuratami Shibu Uchiwa,” with a history of more than 400 years in Kumamoto
- Capital: ¥20 million

## Kawasaki Brave Thunders renews global top partner agreement with 株式会社ミツトヨ through the 2029-30 season

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:34:29+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000083.000060239.html
- anchor: #n1282112
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社DeNA川崎ブレイブサンダース、株式会社ミツトヨ

Facts:
- The partnership will mark its 10th year
- Agreement reached to renew for 4 years

## [Third store in Chiba] “Free refills of Niigata-grown Koshihikari rice” × “aged tonkatsu”: 厚切りとんかつ よし平 to open at Cotoe Nagareyama Otakanomori on July 8 (Wednesday)!

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:33:43+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000728.000031747.html
- anchor: #n1282113
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ホットランドホールディングス、株式会社ホットランドネクステージ、厚切りとんかつ よし平

Facts:
- The 3rd location in Chiba Prefecture
- Approximately 4 minutes on foot
- Thick-cut aged 180g loin cutlet
- 1,969 yen
- 3,289 yen
- 979 yen
- 858 yen
- 65 seats

## Toward the revival of Misaki no Yu Shakotan: Launch of a strategic partnership, including financial support, with 北海道ホテル＆リゾートホールディングス株式会社

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:33:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000095917.html
- anchor: #n1282114
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SHAKOTAN GO、北海道ホテル＆リゾートホールディングス株式会社

Facts:
- Capital: 26 million yen

## Held at Hisaya-odori Park, in the heart of Sakae, a bustling hub in Nagoya! Event report: 30th Mitsui Fudosan Sports Academy “Rugby Academy”

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:31:49+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001085.000051782.html
- anchor: #n1282115
- Companies mentioned: 三井不動産株式会社、ニュージーランドラグビー協会、アディダス、大正製薬株式会社、トヨタヴェルブリッツ

Facts:
- June 2024
- Through 2027
- June 26, 2026
- 27 children who took part
- Typical vending machine (approximately 183 cm)

## Rakuten and 6 municipalities launch collaboration to put the “Furusato Resident Registration System” into practice

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:31:36+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002647.000005889.html
- anchor: #n1282116
- Companies mentioned: 楽天グループ株式会社、楽天トラベル、楽天市場、ふるさと住民応援コンソーシアム

Facts:
- Coupons for 3,000 yen or more off on 楽天トラベル

## 岸和田市がアイドルをお祝い！？

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:31:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000175525.html
- anchor: #n1282117
- Companies mentioned: 岸和田市、アイドルマスター、葛城リーリヤ

Facts:
- Respondents say their image of the city has improved

## 【十文字中学・高等学校】国際赤十字・赤新月社連盟（IFRC）事務総長が来校

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000179693.html
- anchor: #n1282139
- Companies mentioned: 学校法人 十文字学園、国際赤十字・赤新月社連盟（IFRC）

Facts:
- IFRC is an international humanitarian organization whose members are Red Cross and Red Crescent societies in 191 countries and regions around the world.

## 店舗への来店客数、最大182%増。MEO・SNS・インフルエンサーを“一つのチーム”で連携させる店舗集客支援「ミセノビ」を全国提供スタート！【株式会社Aspire】

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000183481.html
- anchor: #n1282138
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Aspire、Google、Instagram

Facts:
- Store visits +182%
- Reservations +120%
- Operations can begin in as few as 14 days
- 0 yen initial cost

## Entries open for the 2nd Matex Social Award, a social design idea contest for university and graduate students

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000159135.html
- anchor: #n1282137
- Companies mentioned: マテックス株式会社、HIRAKU 01 IKEBUKURO -SOCIAL DESIGN LIBRARY-

Facts:
- Despite being held for the first time last year, the contest received 73 entries
- 6 groups were selected as finalists from among them
- [Second-round judging and awards ceremony] Saturday, Dec. 5, 2026

## [1st membership cohort sold out] PICKLR, the world’s No.1※ pickleball facility brand, opens limited slots for value-priced 2nd-term founder memberships at PICKLR TOKYO TOYOSU, its first permanent location in Japan!

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000160669.html
- anchor: #n1282136
- Companies mentioned: PICKLR、PICKLR TOKYO TOYOSU、株式会社日本ピックルボールホールディングス、NPBH、PICKLR & PPA TOUR

Facts:
- [Application period] July 1 (Wednesday)–July 13 (Monday), 2026, 23:59
- [Number of spots] Approximately 150 PLAY members and approximately 350 UNLIMITED members
- Joining fee: 26,400 yen (20% off the regular price of 33,000 yen)
- Monthly fee: 19,800 yen (10% off the regular price of 22,200 yen)
- Joining fee: 44,000 yen (20% off the regular price of 55,000 yen)
- Monthly fee: 29,700 yen (10% off the regular price of 33,300 yen)
- Plans call for 30 parking spaces inside the facility building.

## Ahead of the peak summer leisure season! GME proposes a new approach to mail-in testing: Don’t miss signs of rising STI risks during summer or health changes hidden amid the rainy season

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000172742.html
- anchor: #n1282135
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社GME、厚生労働省、API-Net、天気痛Dr.

Facts:
- In 2024, there were 994 reports of new HIV infections and AIDS cases
- Cumulative total of more than 700,000 HIV and syphilis tests

## 【愛知県豊田市】猿投温泉 金泉の湯「ニフティ温泉 百名湯2026」に選出されました！2026年は、語呂合わせで「お・ふ・ろ」の年。効能豊かで全国的にも稀な〝飲める天然ラドン泉〟をご堪能ください。

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000028.000155880.html
- anchor: #n1282134
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社真城ホールディングス、豊田温泉株式会社、ニフティ

Facts:
- Hot spring water gushes continuously from 1,200 m underground
- It accounts for just 7% in Japan, making it a relatively rare spring source
- Approximately 15 minutes by car from Ghibli Park

## A new tradition begins: drawing out memories of home and inspiring “letters of gratitude.” Tamiya Home launches the conversational AI “Omoideai”

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000060.000083151.html
- anchor: #n1282133
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社タミヤホーム、TAMIYA AI

Facts:
- Tamiya Home handles more than 3,000 demolition projects annually
- Number of employees: 70 (as of July 1, 2026)

## A new option to add a touch of flair to afternoon tea, available starting July 1

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000101.000105689.html
- anchor: #n1282132
- Companies mentioned: TIAD, オートグラフ コレクション、マリオット、オートグラフ コレクション

Facts:
- Afternoon tea price + ¥800 (tax and service charge included)
- TIAD is the 307th in the world

## Actor and model Ayaka Konno brings “soft, translucent radiance.” Color contact lens brand éRouge（エルージュ）appoints her as its new muse and launches 2 new colors today!

- Published: 2026-07-01T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000140.000018275.html
- anchor: #n1282131
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アイセイ、SHO-BI Labo株式会社、éRouge（エルージュ）

Facts:
- 2 new colors
- A lineup of 13 colors in total
- Water content: 38.0%