# AI News 180m Report｜2026-07-04 12:00–15:00 JST

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 39 items from 1 source; Japan, 26 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Taitung Hot Air Balloon Festival opens at dawn; visitors head up mountain at 1 a.m. to secure spots

- Published: 2026-07-04T14:51:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202607040089.aspx
- anchor: #n1317507
- Companies mentioned: 吉伊卡哇熱氣球、黑松FIN水寶、全聯福利中心、台北熊讚球

Facts:
- Visitors arrived at the event site on the Luye Plateau at around 1 a.m. to secure spots
- Pilots from 17 countries, including Belgium, Mexico and Japan, gather
- More than 40 hot air balloons
- The event lasted 41 days
- Tens of thousands of visitors gather at the site

## 沙拉油苯駢芘超標流向 消基會籲完整公布

- Published: 2026-07-04T14:50:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202607040088.aspx
- anchor: #n1317508
- Companies mentioned: 中聯、消基會、衛福部食藥署、泰山、福壽、福懋

Facts:
- A total of 1300 metric tons went to three major brands: 泰山、福壽 and 福懋
- Large-container products in 18-liter and 18-kilogram sizes

## China’s Ethnic Unity Promotion Law could expand “long-arm jurisdiction” and trigger a chilling effect

- Published: 2026-07-04T14:45:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202607040087.aspx
- anchor: #n1317509
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、大陸委員會、東海大學中國大陸暨區域發展研究中心、中央研究院法律學研究所、台北地院國安專庭、行政院、國台辦、中國外交部

Facts:
- China’s Ethnic Unity and Progress Promotion Law (the Ethnic Unity Promotion Law) took effect on the 1st
- Article 63 of the Ethnic Unity Promotion Law stipulates
- Article 38 of the “Hong Kong version of the National Security Law” has a similar provision

## 槽車司機落水受困 8旬勇翁跳入海中成功救人

- Published: 2026-07-04T14:44:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202607040086.aspx
- anchor: #n1317510
- Companies mentioned: 日本放送協會（NHK）、日本海上保安部、和歌山縣水上安全協會

Facts:
- 81-year-old Ikeda Tamotsu
- 68-year-old diving enthusiast Mizumoto Norikazu
- A spot 100 meters away

## 24 Taichung schools used problematic oil products; prosecutors open separate case to clarify matter

- Published: 2026-07-04T14:39:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202607040085.aspx
- anchor: #n1317503
- Companies mentioned: 中聯油脂、福懋、福壽、泰山企業

Facts:
- 24 schools and 1 experimental education institution used the oil products
- 福懋 continues supplying a total of 138 businesses nationwide
- 福壽 adds businesses to a total of 149 nationwide
- 泰山企業 shipped products to 13 downstream businesses in Taichung
- The list of problematic oil products remains at 18 items
- Batch numbers increase to 30

## Man suspected of drug-impaired driving crashes into guardrail; police rapid test detects 3 drugs, case referred for prosecution

- Published: 2026-07-04T14:36:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202607040084.aspx
- anchor: #n1317504
- Companies mentioned: 蘆洲分局、新北市立聯合醫院三重院區、板橋警分局、新北地檢署

Facts:
- A 40-year-old man surnamed Zhuang
- Reactions to 3 types of drugs
- 1 etomidate vape cartridge
- 1 e-cigarette device

## 寒流難擋阿根廷球迷熱情 驚險晉級後全城湧上街頭

- Published: 2026-07-04T14:33:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202607040083.aspx
- anchor: #n1317500
- Companies mentioned: 阿根廷、維德角、埃及

Facts:
- Narrowly advanced to the round of 16 with a 3-2 final score
- 阿根廷 will face 埃及 in the round-of-16 knockout match on July 7 local time

## As Super Typhoon Bavi approaches, emergency work begins to raise the Sanyeh Creek embankment by 30 centimeters

- Published: 2026-07-04T14:32:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202607040082.aspx
- anchor: #n1317501
- Companies mentioned: 台南市政府、台南市水利局、太乙工業區

Facts:
- Construction stretches 750 meters
- A phase of the work is scheduled to be completed as early as July 7
- 267 millimeters of rain in 6 hours
- 353 millimeters in 24 hours

## 國際研究：久坐每天多1小時 癌症死亡風險增10%

- Published: 2026-07-04T14:26:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202607040081.aspx
- anchor: #n1317498
- Companies mentioned: PLOS Medicine、台灣科技媒體中心、台灣師範大學

Facts:
- Cancer death risk increases by 10%
- Cancer death risk would decrease by 19%
- Risk decreases by 12%
- Risk decreases by 8%
- Risk decreases by 22%

## As extreme weather arrives, Peng Chi-ming witnesses Taiwan-Japan MOU signing to cooperate against high temperatures

- Published: 2026-07-04T14:19:11+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202607040080.aspx
- anchor: #n1317493
- Companies mentioned: 台灣防災產業協會、日本能率協會、靜岡縣防災用品普及促進協議會

Facts:
- Extreme heat above 40 degrees Celsius
- A 4-degree Celsius rise in temperature
- As long as 30 to 40 years
- 9,641 cooling sites across Taiwan

## Gang-backed fraud ring makes more than 40 million by buying columbarium niches at high prices; Taipei police arrest 9

- Published: 2026-07-04T14:16:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202607040079.aspx
- anchor: #n1317494
- Companies mentioned: 竹聯幫、天道盟

Facts:
- Yang and his associates made 42.9 million
- The highest individual loss exceeded 20 million
- Yang and 9 others arrested
- Preliminary investigation finds 7 people were defrauded
- More than NT$1.31 million in cash

## 川普 speaks at Mount Rushmore, says national identity is under attack again

- Published: 2026-07-04T14:02:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202607040078.aspx
- anchor: #n1317488
- Companies mentioned: 川普、白宮、李威特、美國民主黨、國家廣場

Facts:
- The 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States

## 4-car pileup on National Highway No. 1 in Taishan section; lane change suspected of causing crash, 2 people hospitalized

- Published: 2026-07-04T14:00:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202607040077.aspx
- anchor: #n1317489
- Companies mentioned: 林口長庚醫院

Facts:
- 4-vehicle crash
- 2 injured
- A 74-year-old man surnamed Chen
- A 67-year-old female passenger surnamed Huang

## 6-day funeral rites for Khamenei begin; 伊朗 expects millions to pay their respects

- Published: 2026-07-04T13:52:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202607040076.aspx
- anchor: #n1317477
- Companies mentioned: 伊朗、美國、以色列、巴基斯坦、俄羅斯、中國、哈瑪斯、真主黨、阿富汗塔利班政府

Facts:
- 伊朗 authorities estimate that 15 million to 20 million visits will be made in the capital, Tehran, over the next three days to pay their respects to Khamenei.
- 伊朗 has planned a series of funeral rites lasting 6 days to mourn Khamenei.
- Khamenei became 伊朗’s supreme leader in 1989, but was killed on February 28 this year, the first day the 美國 and 以色列 went to war with 伊朗. He was 86.
- With temperatures in Tehran expected to exceed 35 degrees Celsius, authorities have also arranged for water-spraying trucks to cool the roads.

## Ko Wen-je: Blue-White alliance remains the main strategy for 2026; pushes matchup in Hsinchu

- Published: 2026-07-04T13:50:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202607040075.aspx
- anchor: #n1317478
- Companies mentioned: 台灣民眾黨

Facts:
- Blue-White alliance remains the main strategy for the 2026 election

## 9-member task force completes survey of Wanli Creek barrier lake; helicopter airlifts team down

- Published: 2026-07-04T13:42:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202607040074.aspx
- anchor: #n1317475
- Companies mentioned: 林業保育署、花蓮分署、東區搜救委員會、高山協作、空勤總隊

Facts:
- Water storage stands at 2.7819 million cubic meters, or 54.54% of the total capacity of 5.1 million cubic meters
- Water storage stands at 2.7819 million cubic meters
- Accounts for 5.1 million cubic meters of total capacity

## 監委：台灣近8成蛋雞場仍籠飼 應具體推動產業轉型

- Published: 2026-07-04T13:39:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202607040073.aspx
- anchor: #n1317472
- Companies mentioned: 文雅畜牧場

Facts:
- More than 50,000 eggs entered the market and could not be recalled
- 產蛋率僅約6成餘
- 其他先進國家的約8成
- South Korea passed legislation in 2018 requiring new layer-hen farms to provide at least 750 square centimeters of space per bird
- The European Union banned the use of cages starting in 2012
- California fully implemented cage-free requirements in 2022

## Huang Kuo-chang: Taiwan’s chips were not stolen from 美國; government has a duty to protect them

- Published: 2026-07-04T13:32:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202607040072.aspx
- anchor: #n1317469
- Companies mentioned: 台灣民眾黨、美國

Facts:
- Taiwan took 100% of the chip industry
- 40% to 60% of chip manufacturing is based in 美國

## Japan’s consumption tax cut remains uncertain; experts estimate effects will last just over 1 year

- Published: 2026-07-04T13:32:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202607040071.aspx
- anchor: #n1317470
- Companies mentioned: 日本跨黨派會議、自民黨、國民民主黨、中道改革聯合、未來團隊、日本經濟新聞、日本第一生命資產運用經濟研究所

Facts:
- Cut the consumption tax on food and beverages from 8% to 1%
- During the 2 years starting in April 2027
- Official implementation in fiscal 2029
- A funding source of 5 trillion yen per year
- Food prices have risen by an annual average of 5.8% since 2022
- The tax cut’s effects are expected to fade after about 1 year and 3 months

## 哥倫比亞世界盃1比0迦納 搭上16強末班車

- Published: 2026-07-04T13:30:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202607040070.aspx
- anchor: #n1317467
- Companies mentioned: 哥倫比亞、迦納、瑞士

Facts:
- Returns to the World Cup round of 16 after 8 years
- 14 minutes into the match
- In the 56th minute
- 20 shots in the match
- 20 shots and 8 on target in the match
- 迦納 managed just 8 shots
- 迦納 managed just 8 shots, with 0 on target

## Nearly toppled 阿根廷; 維德角 goalkeeper says team is disappointed to exit but can leave with heads held high

- Published: 2026-07-04T13:23:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202607040069.aspx
- anchor: #n1317464
- Companies mentioned: 阿根廷、維德角、西班牙、烏拉圭、沙烏地阿拉伯、LinkedIn

Facts:
- Narrowly advanced to the round of 16 with a 3-2 win
- His social media followers surged from around 50,000 to more than 19 million
- 40-year-old 維德角 goalkeeper Vozinha
- López, 34

## Adjusted schedule means Shohei Ohtani may not pitch in MLB All-Star Game

- Published: 2026-07-04T13:21:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202607040068.aspx
- anchor: #n1317465
- Companies mentioned: MLB、洛杉磯道奇、聖地牙哥教士、密爾瓦基釀酒人、費城人

Facts:
- ERA
- Ranked No. 2 in the major leagues
- 10 wins and 3 losses
- 2成91打擊率
- 18 home runs
- 50 RBIs

## Shanghai fans cheer for Japan team; Chinese Communist Party media say support should have boundaries

- Published: 2026-07-04T13:15:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202607040067.aspx
- anchor: #n1317460
- Companies mentioned: 上海市足球協會、浙江宣傳

Facts:
- 2026 World Cup

## Von der Leyen: China-EU trade negotiations must deliver tangible results

- Published: 2026-07-04T13:14:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202607040066.aspx
- anchor: #n1317461
- Companies mentioned: 歐洲聯盟、歐盟執行委員會、中國商務部、經濟合作暨發展組織、新華社

Facts:
- EU trade deficit with China reached about 360 billion euros last year
- Between 2005 and 2024, Chinese companies received 3 to 8 times more government support than companies in 經濟合作暨發展組織 (OECD) member countries

## 104 job openings hit 1.23 million in July as hiring heats up in AI, semiconductors and green-collar jobs

- Published: 2026-07-04T13:09:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202607040065.aspx
- anchor: #n1317458
- Companies mentioned: 104人力銀行、東京威力科創、中國信託、鼎泰豐

Facts:
- Job openings across the platform reached 1.23 million in July
- Up 4.2% year on year
- Bringing together 300 companies
- Offering 92,000 job opportunities
- Attracting nearly 40,000 job seekers to sign up
- 85% of participating companies offered AI-related positions
- 73% offered green-collar jobs
- Overall green-collar job opportunities approached 30,000
- An average of 4,299 companies recruited green-collar talent each month
- Accommodation and food services led with 248,000 job openings
- 電子資訊、軟體及半導體業19.4萬個
- 172,000 openings in wholesale, retail and direct sales
- 34% chose electronics, information technology, software and semiconductors
- 17% preferred general manufacturing

## Traffic cone placed on head of Zheng Chenggong statue at Tainan's Yanping Commandery Shrine

- Published: 2026-07-04T13:02:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202607040064.aspx
- anchor: #n1317456
- Companies mentioned: 台南市政府文化局、台南市政府警察局第二分局

Facts:
- 8 meters long
- 4 meters wide
- 7 meters tall
- Weighs 200 metric tons
- Unveiled in May 2008

## 高雄男疑債務糾紛家門口中2刀不治 警逮2人追緝4人

- Published: 2026-07-04T12:59:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202607040054.aspx
- anchor: #n1317454
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、高雄市警察局、高市刑大、高雄地檢署

Facts:
- A debt dispute involving 100,000
- 背部中2刀
- 5 men and 1 woman involved

## Hypermarkets and supermarkets face a new landscape; expert says competition is shifting from channel battles to battles over lifestyle settings

- Published: 2026-07-04T12:49:11+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202607040053.aspx
- anchor: #n1317447
- Companies mentioned: 大潤發、大全聯、家樂福、萬家福、樂家康、LOPIA、好市多、全聯、歐尚集團、統一集團、愛買、遠東集團、漢神百貨

Facts:
- Total floor area reaches 14,000 ping
- Will hold a 51% stake

## 6,000 per person: Huatanz Township's economic stimulus payments to be distributed starting 7/20

- Published: 2026-07-04T12:47:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202607040052.aspx
- anchor: #n1317448
- Companies mentioned: 花壇鄉公所、彰化縣花壇鄉民代表會

Facts:
- Each township resident to receive 6,000 in economic stimulus funds
- Distribution will cost about 258 million
- Based on Huatan Township's population of 42,000

## British media: Russia switches to jet-powered drones that are harder for Ukrainian forces to intercept, boosting airstrike effectiveness

- Published: 2026-07-04T12:47:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202607040051.aspx
- anchor: #n1317449
- Companies mentioned: 每日電訊報、見證者、愛國者、Patriot

Facts:
- These upgraded jet-powered drones can reach speeds of 500 km/h
- Ukrainian forces' interceptor drones were previously highly effective against 見證者 drones, which fly at only about 180 km/h
- The latter have a top speed of only 300 km/h
- Since they can reach speeds of 400 to 450 km/h
- Only 3 of the 28 ballistic missiles launched by Russian forces were shot down
- These jet-powered drones can also carry warheads weighing 50 to 90 kilograms

## Chinese coast guard ships continue to appear off the eastern Taiwan Strait; 2 Coast Guard vessels sail in parallel to monitor them

- Published: 2026-07-04T12:41:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202607040050.aspx
- anchor: #n1317445
- Companies mentioned: 中國海警局、海巡署、海洋委員會、中華民國台灣、中華人民共和國

Facts:
- 2艘中國海警船均在花蓮港東方54浬
- 27 nautical miles outside restricted waters

## 歐盟 scraps duty-free exemption for low-value items; post office temporarily suspends acceptance of some merchandise mail

- Published: 2026-07-04T12:24:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202607040049.aspx
- anchor: #n1317435
- Companies mentioned: 歐盟、中華郵政、FedEx、DHL

Facts:
- 歐盟 scraps the duty exemption for goods valued below 150 euros
- The duty exemption for low-value items worth less than 150 euros (about NT$5550)
- A 3-euro charge applies to each distinct declared item or tariff classification
- 3 euros (about NT$111)
- If the same piece of mail contains 2 different types of goods, a 6-euro charge applies
- 6 euros (about NT$222)
- Sent from one individual to another and valued at no more than 45 euros
- 45 euros (about 1665 yuan)
- In 114年, international mail to 歐盟 countries accounted for 2.4% of total export volume
- Businesses with an “IOSS” account made up about 15% of mail sent to 歐盟 countries

## 維德角 exits the World Cup in disappointment at the round of 32; 阿根廷 coach praises them as a strong team

- Published: 2026-07-04T12:23:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202607040048.aspx
- anchor: #n1317436
- Companies mentioned: 維德角、阿根廷、法新社、路透社、斯卡洛尼、布比斯塔

## Backing Taitung farmers, Chiang Wan-an announces purchase of 2 thousand cartons of pineapple custard apples

- Published: 2026-07-04T12:21:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202607040047.aspx
- anchor: #n1317437
- Companies mentioned: 中聯

Facts:
- Purchase of 2000 cartons
- Sold 20,000 jin
- 40-foot shipping container
- 42 schools

## 橋本愛疑被騷擾 經紀公司將嚴正因應誹謗中傷

- Published: 2026-07-04T12:15:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202607040046.aspx
- anchor: #n1317432
- Companies mentioned: 橋本愛、佐藤二朗、富士電視台、EDEN

Facts:
- Bunshun Online reported on July 1

## 世界盃16強英格蘭對陣墨西哥 FIFA維持原定開球時間

- Published: 2026-07-04T12:08:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202607040045.aspx
- anchor: #n1317416
- Companies mentioned: FIFA、英格蘭、墨西哥、阿茲特克體育場、拉許福特

Facts:
- The match is scheduled for 6 p.m. local time on the 5th
- 8 a.m. Taiwan time on the 6th

## Lee Yuan apologizes for remarks at the Legislative Yuan, praises 公廣集團 as full of hidden talent

- Published: 2026-07-04T12:07:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202607040044.aspx
- anchor: #n1317417
- Companies mentioned: 公廣集團、公視、客家台、台語台、華視、Taiwan Plus

Facts:
- 公視 has won more than 100 awards
- 公廣集團 marks its 20th anniversary this year

## 芬蘭 and 立陶宛 lift bans, paving the way for nuclear weapons deployment; Russia warns the move could backfire

- Published: 2026-07-04T12:00:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202607040043.aspx
- anchor: #n1317414
- Companies mentioned: 芬蘭、立陶宛、北約、俄羅斯、美國、愛沙尼亞、拉脫維亞、波蘭、英國、金融時報、衛星通訊社

Facts:
- 芬蘭's parliament completed the law amendment on June 17 with 125 votes to 61

## Russian forces advance in eastern Ukraine's 頓內茨克, claiming to have captured Kostiantynivka

- Published: 2026-07-04T11:54:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202607040042.aspx
- anchor: #n1317411
- Companies mentioned: 俄羅斯軍方、烏克蘭、頓內茨克、頓巴斯、普丁、格拉西莫夫、澤倫斯基、魏科夫、庫許納

Facts:
- The Russia-Ukraine war has now entered its 5th year

## 62.7% want AI-generated images and videos to be labeled as AI-generated; 66.0% object to them being used without people realizing they are AI-generated

- Published: 2026-07-04T14:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000226.000144334.html
- anchor: #n1317497

Creative Works Mall Aruru surveyed people about AI-generated images and videos. 62.7% said they want AI-generated content to be labeled, while 66.0% objected to it being used without people realizing it is AI-generated. The findings highlight the importance of transparency.

## Obayashi Takayuki, the successor to owner Hiroyuki Obayashi, who was named the world’s top beauty professional, has returned from overseas and introduced international-style haircutting education to ASCH’s training curriculum, which incorporates the owner’s techniques, further enhancing the program.

- Published: 2026-07-04T14:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000184354.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3174546-en.html
- anchor: #n1317486
- Companies mentioned: Vidal Sassoon Academy、TONI & GUY Academy、SANRIZZ Academy、Sanrizz

ASCH has strengthened its training curriculum by introducing international-style haircutting education following Obayashi Takayuki’s return. The program develops the next generation of hairstylists in both technique and theory.

## 【全６ラウンド12戦で開催】BMW & MINI Racing 2026 RD.4は、７月１８日（土）・１９日（日）にスポーツランドSUGOで開催

- Published: 2026-07-04T14:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000175688.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3174534-en.html
- anchor: #n1317485
- Companies mentioned: QUETTA GROUP、ジオミックモータースポーツ株式会社

The 4th round of BMW & MINI Racing 2026 will be held at Sportsland SUGO on July 18 and 19, 2026. A new endurance race, GRAN HEAT, and interactive activities are among the highlights.

## The first official ambassador has been named for Sanctuary Golf, an indoor golf school exclusively for beginners that has served a cumulative total of 37,000 people.

- Published: 2026-07-04T14:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000025.000140021.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3174537-en.html
- anchor: #n1317484

Sanctuary Golf, a golf school exclusively for beginners, has selected 3 people as its first official ambassadors. The ambassadors, who started out with no golf experience, will share the joy of golf nationwide and aim to nurture new golfers.

## Rock band “すなお” releases music video for latest song, which is also set to become the ending theme for TBS’s “王様のブランチ”

- Published: 2026-07-04T14:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000192.000034440.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3174525-en.html
- anchor: #n1317483
- Companies mentioned: TBS、タワーレコード

Rock band “すなお” has released the music video for its new song “あこがれ,” which has been chosen as the ending theme for a TBS program. The band is currently rolling out live performances and releases for 3 consecutive months.

## [Arakawa Ward・July] Bulk collection of unused sewing machines, knitting machines and craft supplies｜Also handles sewing machine disposal in Arakawa Ward; discounts of up to 1,000 yen｜Marutto Honpo junk removal service

- Published: 2026-07-04T14:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000316.000163141.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3174531-en.html
- anchor: #n1317482

Marutto Honpo will run a bulk collection campaign in July 2026, exclusively in Arakawa Ward, for sewing machines, knitting machines and craft supplies that are no longer being used. The service also handles heavy items and large quantities of materials, with a 1,000-yen discount.

## [Summer weight loss and fitness] “Summer Campaign” now on: 30,000 yen off the enrollment fee plus a free 1-session training pass｜808TOKYO, a personal gym specializing in weight loss in Omotesando

- Published: 2026-07-04T14:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001729.000006302.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3174528-en.html
- anchor: #n1317481

808TOKYO, a gym in Omotesando specializing in weight loss, is running a summer campaign for July 2026 only, offering a 30,000-yen enrollment fee discount and a free training pass. It provides personalized instruction in a private space exclusively for women and specializes in preventing weight regain.

## [18-minute walk from Shinozaki Station] Storage facility “スペラボ江戸川下篠崎店” to open on August 1, 2026!

- Published: 2026-07-04T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000778.000062166.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3174492-en.html
- anchor: #n1317474
- Companies mentioned: UKCorporation、アユカワTV

Storage facility “スペラボ江戸川下篠崎店” will open on August 1, 2026. It is conveniently located an 18-minute walk from Shinozaki Station on the Toei Shinjuku Line and is open to individuals and businesses alike.

## LDP Secretary-General for the House of Councillors Junichi Ishii, Public Relations Headquarters Director Takako Suzuki and others to appear live on Niconico on Monday, July 6

- Published: 2026-07-04T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000958.000096446.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3174445-en.html
- anchor: #n1317452

LDP leaders will appear on Niconico Live on July 6, 2026, to explain Diet deliberations. The program aims to deepen public understanding of politics, with outreach to younger audiences expected.

## A homebuilder that started out quietly in Fukuoka! With “high standards for housing,” life can be more flexible. Why Good Light Home’s “Standard＋One” is the choice for homeowners

- Published: 2026-07-04T12:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000186179.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3174448-en.html
- anchor: #n1317453

Fukuoka custom homebuilder Good Light Home is drawing attention for its “Standard＋One” approach to homebuilding. It combines structural performance with design and pursues quality through limited production of 10 homes or fewer per year.

## New National Theatre Ballet opens a double bill! Two original works, including a world premiere, offer a stimulating artistic experience

- Published: 2026-07-04T12:44:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001228.000047048.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3174420-en.html
- anchor: #n1317443

On July 3, 2026, the New National Theatre Ballet premiered a double bill featuring 2 new works by Naoya Homan and Jessica Lang. The productions are drawing attention for their artistic excellence and international collaboration.

## “＋PLUS MIRROR,” offering experiences including photo-printing sessions and virtual uniform try-ons, installed at V・ファーレン長崎’s official “FLAGSHIP STORE” goods shop

- Published: 2026-07-04T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000133124.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3174423-en.html
- anchor: #n1317444
- Companies mentioned: V・ファーレン長崎、デイトナ・インターナショナル

Innovation Studio’s interactive mirror, “＋PLUS MIRROR,” has been installed at V・ファーレン長崎’s official store. Visitors can enjoy virtual try-ons and photo experiences, in a move aimed at revitalizing the facility.

## Parent-child violin concert open to children from 0 years old to be held in Chiba City: A summer holiday chance to experience the “authentic sound” of professional violinist Ai Takamatsu

- Published: 2026-07-04T12:19:56+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000161577.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3174395-en.html
- anchor: #n1317439
- Companies mentioned: 文京楽器、Beare's International Violin Society Japan

NPO Heart Kids Japan will hold a parent-child violin concert in Chiba City on July 19, 2026, open to children from 0 years old. Professional musician Ai Takamatsu will perform on a renowned instrument, with the event aiming to offer an experience that goes beyond medical support.

## Aquariums and art from inside átoa featured on stationery! Popular polka-dot stingray goods also go on sale!

- Published: 2026-07-04T12:10:27+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000415.000084116.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3174367-en.html
- anchor: #n1317419

AQUARIUM×ART átoa in Kobe has released new products featuring artwork and popular characters from the facility. The lineup includes art-themed stationery and polka-dot stingray goods.

## Featuring Ichiyo Izawa, planetarium live tour “Ichiyo Izawa LIVE in the DARK tour 2026” to visit Fukuoka, Kobe and Tokyo

- Published: 2026-07-04T12:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000200.000140736.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3174378-en.html
- anchor: #n1317421
- Companies mentioned: コニカミノルタプラネタリウム、福岡市科学館、バンドー神戸青少年科学館

Musician Ichiyo Izawa will hold the planetarium live tour “LIVE in the DARK tour 2026” in Fukuoka, Kobe and Tokyo in October 2026. The performances offer an immersive musical experience amid darkness and starry skies, and are drawing attention for their special presentation for fans.

## TOY STORY | PEACEMINUSONE “THE FIRST FAN” EXCLUSIVE IN JAPAN 7.15 START!

- Published: 2026-07-04T12:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002569.000011498.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3174335-en.html
- anchor: #n1317420

## Why do I continue hiring former beauty pageant contestants? Hiroki Uchida, head of one of Japan’s largest beauty pageant organizers, explains the abilities he truly values

- Published: 2026-07-04T12:04:47+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000030.000163841.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3174332-en.html
- anchor: #n1317422

Hiroki Uchida, head of one of Japan’s largest beauty pageant organizers, explains why he continues to hire former contestants, valuing their practical experience. What matters is not appearance, but the resolve to stand before an audience.

## “Kyoto Foodie Tour 2026 Summer” and “Tokyo Foodie Tour 2026 Summer” to be held simultaneously for the first time! A 2-month event offering “special meals packed with a sense of occasion” at “easy-to-understand prices” during the restaurant industry’s slow season!

- Published: 2026-07-04T12:02:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000184004.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3174373-en.html
- anchor: #n1317423
- Companies mentioned: MKグループ、GuideME Japan株式会社、AND Food株式会社、株式会社どこ・いこ

“Foodie Tour 2026 Summer” will be held simultaneously in Kyoto and Tokyo for the first time, starting August 1, 2026, and running for 2 months. The event aims to boost business during the restaurant industry’s slow season, offering special menus in 1,000-yen increments. It is drawing attention as a food event for both local residents and tourists.

## TSUMUGU Inc. brings digital map “まつりNOW” to the Murakami Grand Festival, which has a history of around 400 years, for the 2nd consecutive year

- Published: 2026-07-04T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000135645.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3174342-en.html
- anchor: #n1317431

TSUMUGU has brought “まつりNOW” to the Murakami Grand Festival for the 2nd consecutive year. Visitors can check the real-time locations of festival floats and portable shrines without downloading an app. The event highlights the growing fusion of traditional culture and technology.

## [Grand opening 6.21] A new arrival in Nasushiobara: “ヴィラ楓倉 -KAGURA-,” a tranquil retreat reserved for “just two groups,” invites guests to an unfamiliar stay experience

- Published: 2026-07-04T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000138680.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3174370-en.html
- anchor: #n1317430

On June 21, 2026, the private hot-spring villa “ヴィラ楓倉 -KAGURA-” opened in Nasushiobara. Limited to 2 groups per 1 day, the luxurious retreat offers a new resort experience integrated with nature.

## Third wave of performers and daily lineup announced for “鯖江 JAM フェスティバル 2026,” a music festival where you can meet red pandas! Yu Takahashi, EGO-WRAPPIN' and others confirmed. Second presale, local tickets and hometown tax donation gifts now available!

- Published: 2026-07-04T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000181721.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3174353-en.html
- anchor: #n1317429
- Companies mentioned: DECADES株式会社

The third wave of performers and daily lineup have been announced for “鯖江 JAM フェスティバル,” to be held in Sabae, Fukui Prefecture, in October 2026. Yu Takahashi, EGO-WRAPPIN' and others will perform, with hopes that the event will bring together regional revitalization and music culture.

## SETAGAYA UNITED player Yuten Tsuzurahara to join FC Jurong (Singapore) on a permanent transfer

- Published: 2026-07-04T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000035.000109175.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3174323-en.html
- anchor: #n1317428
- Companies mentioned: FC Jurong

SETAGAYA UNITED midfielder Yuten Tsuzurahara will join Singapore's FC Jurong on a permanent transfer starting in the 2026/27 season. The symbolic move represents the development of young players and international expansion.

## [Rare Sake Month] Enjoy popular rare sake, including 十四代, 而今 and 新政, every day! The July-only “Rare Sake Openings Every Day” event will be held exclusively at 日本酒原価酒蔵 新宿総本店

- Published: 2026-07-04T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000517.000055180.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3174350-en.html
- anchor: #n1317427

日本酒原価酒蔵 新宿総本店 will hold “Rare Sake Month” in July 2026. Popular rare sake, including 十四代 and 新政, will be opened daily and offered at special prices. A campaign to watch for sake fans.

## hummel unveils collaboration kit with Elvis Presley at サンダーランドAFC!

- Published: 2026-07-04T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000972.000051499.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3174347-en.html
- anchor: #n1317426
- Companies mentioned: hummel、サンダーランドAFC、エルヴィス・プレスリー財団、オーセンティック・ブランズ・グループ

hummel teamed up with サンダーランドAFC and エルヴィス・プレスリー財団 to unveil the 2026-27 season away kit. The lyrics to “Can't Help Falling in Love” are inscribed on it, celebrating the bond with fans.

## [Summer e-Book 2026] Afternoon's 40th anniversary fair kicks off!

- Published: 2026-07-04T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008611.000001719.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3174364-en.html
- anchor: #n1317425
- Companies mentioned: アニメイト、Apple、Amazon、Google、LINE、U-NEXT、honto、BookLive!

Kodansha has launched “Summer e-Book 2026,” offering a 40th anniversary celebration of Afternoon and free previews of works based on popular anime. The large-scale campaign aims to promote readers' digital consumption.

## A crowdfunding campaign to erect an 18m-class advertisement featuring the protagonist's mecha,〈レイダス〉, from 『機動転生』, a new robot light novel by Full Metal Panic! author Shoji Gatoh, starts today at 19:00! Rewards unveiled all at once!

- Published: 2026-07-04T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000019626.000007006.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3174358-en.html
- anchor: #n1317424
- Companies mentioned: KADOKAWA、Fantasia Bunko

KADOKAWA has launched a crowdfunding campaign for Shoji Gatoh's new light novel 『機動転生』. The campaign aims to put up a life-size, 18m-class advertisement featuring the protagonist's robot, 『レイダス』, drawing attention from fans.