# AI News 180m Report｜2026-07-08 15:00–18:00 JST｜Page 2 of 7

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 329 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 326 items from 4 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## 【AMDA】Launches emergency relief activities for victims of the 2026 Venezuela earthquake

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:23:56+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000181500.html
- anchor: #n1361863
- Companies mentioned: 特定非営利活動法人アムダ、サンタマリア大学、Cruz Azul USM

Facts:
- 4 medical professionals
- Examined approximately 80 people
- Projects carried out in 67 countries worldwide
- 62 countries and regions worldwide
- 262 cases

## 【Breaking】Winners of the “Nursing DX Awards 2026” announced; awards ceremony held at Tokyo Big Sight

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:23:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000042.000177772.html
- anchor: #n1361864
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人日本男性看護師會、ボイット株式会社、株式会社ワイズマン、Contrea株式会社、Notta株式会社、株式会社カナミックネットワーク、株式会社クラシテク、株式会社SIND、株式会社CareShift、Tomopiia株式会社、ナースX株式会社、メディカ出版

Facts:
- “Nursing DX Awards 2026”
- Established in September 2014
- More than 50 lectures annually

## 求人情報の一括検索サービス「求人ボックス」、「2026年 夏のボーナス実態調査」結果を発表

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:22:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001039.000001455.html
- anchor: #n1361865
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カカクコム、求人ボックス

Facts:
- Average payout: ¥336,000
- Previous year: -90,000 yen
- Satisfaction: “Dissatisfied” 74.8%
- Overall, more than 60% said the bonus prompted them to want to change jobs

## For parents and children struggling with school refusal, and teachers struggling with classroom management

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:20:42+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000183648.html
- anchor: #n1361866
- Companies mentioned: 未来を育てる教育成長ラボ

Facts:
- We have worked with around １０００ families to date

## “Dark Gamer: Moonlight Sculptor” lets players earn Mythic rewards! “Mythic Tier Missions” launched

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:20:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000172.000155525.html
- anchor: #n1361867
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社G・O・P、VALOFE Co., Ltd.、XLGAMES

Facts:
- A limited-time event in which players complete missions across all 20 tiers.
- After maintenance ends on Wednesday, July 8, 2026
- 2026年9月15日（火）23:59
- Tuesday, July 14, 2026, 23:59
- Release date: April 24, 2024

## 日本財団「MEGURI2040」プロジェクト参画船「おりんぴあどりーむせと」定期航路での自動運航が新たな段階へ

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000605.000052428.html
- anchor: #n1361868
- Companies mentioned: 日本財団、国際両備フェリー株式会社、両備ホールディングス株式会社

Facts:
- Starting June 9, 2026
- Equivalent to Level 4 autonomous driving

## Time-synchronization GNSS receiver to make its first appearance at “JANOG58 Meeting”

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:19:28+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000136.000089783.html
- anchor: #n1361869
- Companies mentioned: 古野電気株式会社、日本ネットワーク・オペレーターズ・グループ、アリスタネットワークスジャパン合同会社

Facts:
- July 15 (Wednesday) to 17 (Friday), 2026
- The 3 themes of “Embedded,” “Pluggable” and “Solution Ecosystem”
- More than 100 countries worldwide.
- 資本金：7,534 百万円
- Employees (consolidated): 3,411
- 売上高（連結）：140,616 百万円

## ispace secures payload capacity aboard SpaceX’s “Starship,” scheduled to launch as early as 2030, aiming to drive rapid growth in the lunar infrastructure market

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:16:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000155.000140640.html
- anchor: #n1361870
- Companies mentioned: ispace、SpaceX、Team Draper、NASA

Facts:
- Secured 500 kg
- Lunar landing as early as 2030
- Approximately 350 staff members currently work at the company

## 猛暑・火災・雑草から現場を守る！夏の企業リスク対策向け産業資材を複数展示G-Placeの設備資材事業グループが第13回 労働安全衛生展（7/15水曜～17金曜）に出展決定

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:16:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000074.000157137.html
- anchor: #n1361871
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社G-Place、辻・山中財団

Facts:
- 4 types of industrial materials
- July 15 (Wed.)–17 (Fri.), 2026
- 1968年に「日本グリーンパックス」として事業をスタート

## Harapecolab creates original kohakutou candy exclusively for the Tinder® “ASTRO CHAT LOUNGE” event. The sparkling candy captures conversation starters inspired by horoscopes

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:15:59+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000160.000089127.html
- anchor: #n1361872
- Companies mentioned: メルティングポットハラペコラボ株式会社、Tinder、株式会社ORANGE SENSE

Facts:
- Thursday, June 18 to Monday, June 22, 2026

## 東京工芸大学 芸術学部学生のインタラクティブ作品が島根県立しまね海洋館アクアスの企画展で展示 ―2026年7月4日（土）から9月27日（日）―

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:15:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000071.000074798.html
- anchor: #n1361798
- Companies mentioned: 東京工芸大学、島根県立しまね海洋館アクアス、浜田市世界こども美術館

Facts:
- Saturday, July 4 to Sunday, September 27, 2026
- 5 fourth-year students
- A total of 8 works, including those by fourth-year students and graduates affiliated with the laboratory
- Celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2023

## TikTok Shop “MOBmart” surpasses monthly sales of 100 million yen just 1 year after launch! Achieves single-event sales of more than 55 million yen with a 22-hour livestream

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:10:47+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000166005.html
- anchor: #n1361799
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社MOB、MOBmart

Facts:
- Monthly sales of 100 million yen
- Single-event sales of 55 million yen

## ＥＭシステムズ selected for the first time as a constituent of the ESG investment index “FTSE JPX Blossom Japan Index”

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000036.000081158.html
- anchor: #n1361801
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 EMシステムズ、FTSE Russell、年金積立金管理運用独立行政法人（GPIF）、Transition Pathway Initiative

Facts:
- Commands a market share of more than 40% in claims-processing computers for insurance pharmacies

## “M!LK Nippon Genki Fireworks 2026”: M!LK’s Taichi Shiozaki takes over the station sign at Wakayama-shi Station! A life-size panel will also appear, and the sightseeing train “Medetai Densha” will feature M!LK’s Taichi Shiozaki!

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000111.000076595.html
- anchor: #n1361800
- Companies mentioned: M!LK、南海電気鉄道株式会社、スターダストプロモーション

Facts:
- 5 Medetai Densha train sets
- “M!LK Nippon Genki Fireworks 2026”
- Friday, July 17 to Monday, August 3
- The Wakayama Port Festival Fireworks Display, to be held on Saturday, July 25
- 20:00–20:50 (scheduled)
- Formed in November 2014

## [Hotel Ijikasou] Refresh at a hotel with spectacular views on the Minami-Toba coast, Mie

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:09:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001256.000009712.html
- anchor: #n1361802
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社大塚商会、ReFa、鳥羽水族館

Facts:
- From 26,000 yen per person
- From 33,150 yen per person
- [Western-style room] From 26,900 yen per person
- Number of rooms: 21

## Further strengthening sustainable operations at Fukagawa Gatharia

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:08:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000195.000056990.html
- anchor: #n1361803
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フジクラ、株式会社リエネ

Facts:
- Bring it down to zero by 2050
- Over 20 years
- Annual procurement volume equivalent to approximately 2,500 MWh
- Annual reduction of approximately 1,130 tons of CO2 emissions

## [Free admission] Celebrate health in Ikebukuro on July 20! “Dance Diet Fest 2026 summer” features dancing, healthy gourmet food and exciting prizes

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:05:52+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000155284.html
- anchor: #n1361804
- Companies mentioned: ONESTEP PROJECT実行委員会、豊島区、東京商工会議所豊島支部、株式会社D-fitt、BOW、ジェシーズトレ、MCニシガキ、しきぶちゃんキッチンカー、あそびラボ、創作しめ縄「縁縄-ENNAWA-」、こころ整体院グループ、D-fitt Plus、マルコメ、Livspect、関西コレクションエンターテイメント、日本ダイエット健康協会、立教大学環境ボランティアサークルMüll

Facts:
- Around 10 vendors will participate
- An impressive 40 cm in volume
- More than 2,500 servings annually

## 1,562 works submitted by children on display! Yokohama Children’s Art Exhibition 2026 (July 17–26) features a host of free events

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:05:42+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001555.000014302.html
- anchor: #n1361805
- Companies mentioned: 横浜市民ギャラリー、公益財団法人横浜市芸術文化振興財団、西田装美株式会社、学校法人 岩崎学園

Facts:
- 横浜市民ギャラリーの約1,300点の所蔵作品
- The 18 participating groups skillfully used tape on a large piece of fabric

## [LANVIN en Bleu] New accessories packed with mannish, modern appeal

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:05:37+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000601.000040747.html
- anchor: #n1361806
- Companies mentioned: LANVIN en Bleu、ランバン オン ブルー、株式会社ヴァンドームヤマダ

Facts:
- Necklace: ¥33,000
- Earrings (clip-on earrings): ¥22,000

## 株式投資 管理・分析アプリ『カビュウ』 - 【大和コネクト証券】口座連携を開始、カビュウ初のAPI接続

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:05:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000114.000025762.html
- anchor: #n1361807
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社テコテック、大和コネクト証券、SBI証券、楽天証券、松井証券、三菱UFJ eスマート証券、GMOクリック証券、SMBC日興証券、野村證券、大和証券

Facts:
- Capital: 1,062,028,850 yen (including capital reserves)

## Event to mark the 1st anniversary of the Public-Private Partnership DX Women’s Empowerment Consortium

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:01:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000147.000035957.html
- anchor: #n1361808
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社MAIA、株式会社ミスミ、経済産業省

Facts:
- 発足1周年を迎える2026年7月7日（火）に1周年イベントが開催され
- Event: 15:00–18:00 / Networking reception: 18:00–20:00
- Partnerships with local governments, launched in fiscal 2022, have expanded every year
- Started taking the course in November 2024
- Completed it in March of the following year, 2025
- Then, starting in June, I began working on a project for 株式会社ミスミ

## 蛍の季節が終わり、里山の夏へ。千葉・富津の和心村が2026年の蛍シーズン終了を報告

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:01:40+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000045.000116479.html
- anchor: #n1361809
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社和心村、和心村

Facts:
- Ended on July 5, 2026

## バルテス・ホールディングス signs partnership agreement with 滋賀大学

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:00:42+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000417.000030691.html
- anchor: #n1361810
- Companies mentioned: バルテス・ホールディングス、滋賀大学、ISTQB

Facts:
- Capital: 90 million yen
- Number of employees: 978

## Have you made your summer vacation plans? “Great Summer Trip Deals!” launches, offering savings on packages with round-trip airfare and hotel stays

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:00:26+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000082.000180015.html
- anchor: #n1361811
- Companies mentioned: 日本空輸株式会社、グッドトリップエクスプレス、JAL、スカイマーク、FDA、Peach

Facts:
- Departures from Haneda/Narita, Itami/Kansai, Chubu/Komaki and Fukuoka; arrival in Sapporo: 37,200 yen (SKY: departing 9/1)

## 5 months after launch, 48.9% of smart glasses buyers chose prescription lenses. Purchasing data released for the Linse series, developed over more than 4 years.

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:00:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000314.000096543.html
- anchor: #n1361812
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社メガネトップ、眼鏡市場

Facts:
- Of buyers who chose prescription lenses, 30.7% had progressive lenses made
- Can be switched to prescription lenses; same-day pickup available
- 1,035 stores in Japan
- 28 stores overseas
- Number of employees

## [St. Marianna University School of Medicine] Signs comprehensive partnership agreement with DeNA in the medical and healthcare fields

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000174805.html
- anchor: #n1361839
- Companies mentioned: 学校法人 聖マリアンナ医科大学、株式会社ディー・エヌ・エー、川崎ブレイブサンダース、公立大学法人横浜市立大学

Facts:
- Signed a comprehensive partnership agreement with 公立大学法人横浜市立大学 in March 2026
- Established a joint research chair at the affiliated hospital starting in June of the same year
- The outpatient and entrance buildings reopened after renovations in January 2025
- Grand opening scheduled for June 2027
- Established in March 1999

## 株式会社BPLab participated in the establishment of 日本サステナブルリペア協会（JSRA）

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000024.000083114.html
- anchor: #n1361838
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社BPLab、日本サステナブルリペア協会（JSRA）、株式会社おしゃれ工房、株式会社アン・コトン、株式会社アプローズ、株式会社東京縫製、リフォームスタジオ株式会社

Facts:
- Targeting a 25% reduction compared with FY2020
- By 2030

## The latest trends styled by Minori, an exclusive model for nuts: 2026 new yukata collection from myMinette launches today!

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000026.000174048.html
- anchor: #n1361837
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社DRESS DESIGN WORKS、myMinette、nuts

Facts:
- 2026 New Yukata Collection

## Providing educators with a commemorative booklet for the 10th anniversary of the “DONGRI Dictionary App”: “How to Use Learning Dictionaries in the Reiwa Era: A Practical Guide to Learning Without Relying on Generative AI or Free Translation”

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000034.000046987.html
- anchor: #n1361836
- Companies mentioned: イースト株式会社、大修館書店、三省堂、旺文社、筑波大学、東京女子大学

Facts:
- A total of ７ articles are included

## Tsubutan, the local mascot of Habikino, Osaka Prefecture, gets its first plush toy! On sale July 11, with a special handover event

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000048.000114029.html
- anchor: #n1361835
- Companies mentioned: 羽曳野市役所、一般財団法人大阪はびきの観光局

Facts:
- Price: 1,200 yen (tax included)
- Size: approximately 10 cm

## 【株式会社アセンド】Exhibiting “RecACE plus,” a call recording and AI transcription and summarization service, at the “Security Assessment Seminar and Exhibition Supporting Corporate Safety and Security,” hosted by 伊賀上野ケーブルテレビ株式会社

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000050.000039866.html
- anchor: #n1361834
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アセンド、伊賀上野ケーブルテレビ株式会社

Facts:
- Date and time: Friday, July 17, 2026, 10:00–16:00

## Aug. 5 (Wednesday), 15:00: Workshop to be held on “The Essence and Applications of Digital Twins Realized Through the ‘Synergy’ of Fluid Measurement and Simulation”

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000077.000041464.html
- anchor: #n1361833
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社QunaSys、東京大学生産技術研究所

Facts:
- Tuesday, August 5, 2026, 15:00–18:00
- 15:00〜18:00
- (Networking reception: 18:00–20:00)
- ※Registration deadline: Monday, August 4, 2026

## Survey examines the current state of the medical digital twin market; market development is progressing in stages, starting with limited-purpose DTs

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000123.000109717.html
- anchor: #n1361832
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社シード・プランニング

Facts:
- Survey period: March 2026–June 2026

## A total of 14 people selected for ARI in AWS awards program

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000125.000066765.html
- anchor: #n1361831
- Companies mentioned: ＡＲアドバンストテクノロジ株式会社、ARI、AWSジャパン

Facts:
- A total of 14 people selected
- 2026 Japan AWS Top Engineers: 1 person
- 2026 Japan AWS Jr. Champions: 2 people
- 2026 Japan AWS All Certifications Engineers: 11 people
- Capital: 143.56 million yen
- 599 employees
- 801 employees across the group

## “F&M One GeNNect,” an AI tool exclusively for accounting firms, surpasses 500 adopting firms. A video seminar explaining why firms continue to choose it is available for free.

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000141.000029825.html
- anchor: #n1361830
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エフアンドエム、F&M Co., Ltd.、経営革新等支援機関推進協議会、TaxHouse、SR STATION、オフィスステーション

Facts:
- More than 1,000 firms currently participate in the “AI Research Group,” a generative AI community for accounting firms
- 資本金：9億8,965万円
- Consolidated net sales: 208億767万円
- Number of employees: 990

## Headwaters proposes the “Physical AI Harness” concept, an execution platform that safely connects AI decisions to the physical world, and its proprietary methodology, “SDI for AI Harness”

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000329.000018045.html
- anchor: #n1361829
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ヘッドウォータース、日本マイクロソフト株式会社、経済産業省、富士キメラ総研、総務省、Microsoft、Azure、Microsoft OneLake

Facts:
- The goal is to capture a market worth ¥20 trillion by 2040
- Quality at the Six Sigma level is required (99.99% is not enough)

## Signed a supplier contract with lifesaving athlete Shun Nishiyama

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000345.000022258.html
- anchor: #n1361828
- Companies mentioned: ベースフード株式会社、茅ヶ崎サーフライフセービングクラブ、大磯ライフセービングクラブ、東海大学、東京ユナイテッドバスケットボールクラブ、東京ユナイテッドFCプラス、東京医療保健大学女子バスケットボール部「Wizards」、藤枝明誠高校バスケットボール部「BONDCROWS」、PROJECT GLP、ISHIKAWA.EXE、カクテル／伊丹スーパーフェニックス、デンソーエアリービーズ、VC長野トライデンツ、東京グレートベアーズ、北海道イエロースターズ、カセレーニョ・フェミニーノ、ドルソーレ福岡ヴィーナス、アヴェルダージ熊本BS、ミライラボバイオサイエンス株式会社、横浜キヤノンイーグルス、三菱重工相模原ダイナボアーズ、明治安田生命ホーリーズ、白鷗大学ラグビー部、明治学院大学体育会ラグビー部、BLITZ、筑波大学体育会アメリカンフットボール部、エキスパートパワーシズオカ、NTT西日本株式会社、アルバモス大阪、熊本ビューストピンディーズ、Bekament BB、Super Amara Berabera、立教大学体育会ハンドボール部、Knockü Sports Club、FALCONS、Jaguars、大橋ボクシングジム、中央大学ボクシング部、東京ヴェルディパルクール、KalPa、SEIBU プリンセス ラビッツ、リバーサルジム武蔵小杉所、ZERO1、ステディジャパン株式会社、沼津信用金庫、Blue United eFC

Facts:
- 176 cm, 80 kg

## The “morning beauty-film emulsion” is here to boost skin firmness and makeup application (※1)! コラリッチ ソア will relaunch 4 skincare products, including the morning-use “Day Lift Essence Milk,” on September 1, 2026

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000460.000003705.html
- anchor: #n1361827
- Companies mentioned: キューサイ株式会社、コラリッチ ソア

Facts:
- Created from “Coralich,” with cumulative sales of 3,500万* units
- The product will be relaunched on Tuesday, September 1, 2026
- 98.8% of women in their 40s and 50s are interested in “morning skincare that keeps makeup looking fresh through the evening”!

## Golden and crispy on the outside, soft and gooey inside. New frozen takoyaki from the Watahan Reito co. series, delicious even when dipped in broth!

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000465.000047889.html
- anchor: #n1361826
- Companies mentioned: 綿半ホームエイド、綿半スーパーセンター、綿半フレッシュマーケット

Facts:
- Package contents: 18 pieces
- Package contents: 18 pieces (360 grams)
- Price: ¥430 (tax included)

## First in Japan: Joining the new “KAWASAKI NATURE LOOP Global Platform,” a framework bringing together 川崎市 and 19 companies, including global corporations

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000596.000001379.html
- anchor: #n1361825
- Companies mentioned: 日鉄興和不動産株式会社、川崎市、MS&ADインシュアランスグループホールディングス、株式会社JERA、株式会社東芝、旭化成株式会社、味の素株式会社、ENEOS株式会社、花王株式会社、キヤノン株式会社、JFEスチール株式会社、東京ガス株式会社、東京電力パワーグリッド株式会社、日本ゼオン株式会社、日本電気株式会社、富士通株式会社、株式会社レゾナック、東急不動産株式会社、三井不動産株式会社、川崎信用金庫、横浜銀行、一般社団法人いきもの共生事業推進協議会

Facts:
- 19 companies, including global corporations
- Established on July 8, 2026

## Launching fortune-telling content supervised by Subaru, featuring “divine spirit dialogue” that explores the present, true feelings and future from multiple perspectives

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000781.000005725.html
- anchor: #n1361824
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社cocoloni、テレシスネットワーク株式会社、株式会社ザッパラス

Facts:
- Price: ¥990 and up (tax included)
- A total of 288 popular fortune tellers
- More than 13,000 fortune-telling menus (1) are now available

## 65% of people own a wristwatch, while 46% wear one regularly; going forward, 24% of people in their 20s want to wear a smartwatch

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000791.000004729.html
- anchor: #n1361823
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クロス・マーケティング

Facts:
- 64.5% own a wristwatch or smartwatch
- 45.5% use one regularly
- The usage rate among people in their 60s is 61.4%
- “Analog watches” account for 59.5%
- “Smartwatches” account for 17.9%
- “Because I want to check the time immediately” accounts for 41.3%
- “Less than ¥5,000” accounts for 22.0%
- “¥30,000 to less than ¥50,000” accounts for 15.7%
- As for future wristwatch use, 59.7% want to continue wearing one
- 32.3% “want to wear a traditional wristwatch”
- Among people in their 20s, 24.1% “want to wear a smartwatch”

## Notice of termination of player Takumi Yamanoi’s contract

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001312.000045234.html
- anchor: #n1361822
- Companies mentioned: ツエーゲン金沢、レノファ山口FC、アビスパ福岡、静岡学園高

Facts:
- 185 cm/80 kg
- J1 League: 0 appearances (0 goals)
- J2 League: 1 appearance (0 goals)
- J3 League: 34 appearances (0 goals)
- Cup competitions: 5 appearances (0 goals)
- J2・J3百年構想リーグ 0試合(0得点)

## “BLISSTIA SUITES & RESORT 沖縄恩納村,” a “land-relation hotel” where guests can discover new charms of Okinawa on every visit, opens Wednesday, July 15, 2026

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001965.000007398.html
- anchor: #n1361821
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社グランビスタ ホテル＆リゾート、BLISSTIA SUITES & RESORT 沖縄恩納村、青風窯、CAVE OKINAWA、神村酒造

Facts:
- Red soil dating back 100~200万 years, excavated during hotel construction
- 神村酒造, founded in 1882

## Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s live film and documentary, which drew a total audience of 85万人 and grossed 20億円, to be released simultaneously in 2 titles on Wednesday, July 8!

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002155.000000664.html
- anchor: #n1361820
- Companies mentioned: ユニバーサル ミュージック合同会社、Mrs. GREEN APPLE、UNIVERSAL MUSIC STORE、Mrs. GREEN APPLE OFFICIAL STORE、タワーレコード、HMV、TSUTAYA、Amazon、楽天ブックス、セブンネットショッピング

Facts:
- Total audience: 85万人
- Cumulative box office revenue: 20億円
- ¥25,300 (tax included)
- ¥23,000 (excluding tax)
- ¥6,600 (tax included)
- ¥6,000 (excluding tax)

## “Aged sake × highballs” opens up a new market: 28-year-aged sake made into a canned highball. “Kokomade no Meishu Aged Sake Highball 1998” available for advance reservation on マクアケ starting July 15

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002258.000016751.html
- anchor: #n1361819
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社匠創生、パソナグループ、マクアケ、富久錦

Facts:
- 28-year-aged vintage sake
- Aged vintage sake brewed in 1998
- 350ml
- 7%
- Set of 3 cans in a special gift box: ¥4,300 (tax included)

## 【TAC 1st-Class Construction Management Engineer】Seminar connecting the first-stage exam to the second-stage exam: From “memorizing” to “being able to write”

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002595.000021078.html
- anchor: #n1361818
- Companies mentioned: TAC株式会社

Facts:
- 2026年7月22日(水) 19:30より
- About 45 minutes plus Q&A

## 【TAC 1st-Class Civil Engineering Construction Management Engineer】Review of the first-stage exam and kickoff for second-stage preparation: Now that the first-stage exam is over, how should you start preparing for the second stage?

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002601.000021078.html
- anchor: #n1361817
- Companies mentioned: TAC株式会社

Facts:
- 2026年7月22日(水) 19:30より
- About 40 minutes plus Q&A

## About 34% of cosmetics and daily necessities consumers have chosen products with packaging that reflects environmental considerations. About 79% say it is important to combine eco-friendliness and functionality

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002878.000044800.html
- anchor: #n1361816
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NEXER、アスカカンパニー株式会社、株式会社NEXER Group

Facts:
- 34.2% said they had chosen a product with environmental considerations in mind
- 79.2% said combining eco-friendliness and ease of use is “important”
- 67.8% said they have a “positive impression” of brands that use spout pouches
- 46.4% said the use of biomass plastic “increases” their trust and willingness to purchase

## Taking place July 12 (Sun.)! Baritone singer Hirokazu Myochin performs all of Schubert’s songs, Part 2: “Goethe Special!” Tickets on sale now for the concert at Akasaka Strad Hall

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003776.000013972.html
- anchor: #n1361815
- Companies mentioned: ロングランプランニング株式会社、カンフェティ、Hellen und Selten、プリンスオペラ

Facts:
- General admission: 4,000 yen
- Schubert composed about 600 songs during his short life.

## A seminar titled “Cybersecurity Redefined by AI,” featuring Yuji Sekiya, professor at the Graduate School of Information Science and Technology, 東京大学, will be held on Friday, August 7, 2026!!

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004562.000032407.html
- anchor: #n1361814
- Companies mentioned: 新社会システム総合研究所、東京大学

Facts:
- Approximately 500 events organized annually

## 日本サステナブルリペア協会（JSRA） joins in establishing July 4 as “Fashion Repair Day”

- Published: 2026-07-08T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005959.000007505.html
- anchor: #n1361813
- Companies mentioned: 日本サステナブルリペア協会（JSRA）、イオングループ、リフォームスタジオ株式会社、株式会社おしゃれ工房、株式会社アン・コトン、株式会社アプローズ、株式会社東京縫製、株式会社BPLab

Facts:
- Operates 669 stores nationwide (as of the end of February 2026)
- Targeting a 25% reduction by 2030 compared with FY2020
- It amounts to 1,200 tons annually

## Notice of broadcast on Akita Broadcasting of “THE 事業承継 その灯を消すな！,” a program presented by M&Aキャピタルパートナーズ

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:59:53+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000524.000051639.html
- anchor: #n1361768
- Companies mentioned: M&Aキャピタルパートナーズ株式会社、日経BPコンサルティング、ワイツー家具

Facts:
- The program will air on Akita Broadcasting from noon on July 12, 2026
- It is said that tens of thousands of companies close or suspend operations while still profitable every year
- About 1 year since taking over the business and reopening the shop after renovations

## 【Companies Wanted to Take the Stage!】Companies answer workplace concerns! TECO Design to hold the Next-Generation Back Office Fest in September

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:59:19+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000177.000055072.html
- anchor: #n1361769
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TECO Design、CLOUD STATION

Facts:
- Regular appearance fee: 300,000 yen (before tax)
- Special first-time rate: 150,000 yen (before tax)
- Track record of supporting more than 1,000 companies

## 【ブルガリ】Anne Hathaway wears Bulgari for the London promotion of the film “The Odyssey”

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:58:53+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001858.000005631.html
- anchor: #n1361770
- Companies mentioned: ブルガリ、ブルガリ・ジャパン合同会社

## “Let’s Join Hands for the Future of Welfare: UniWave 2026 in Saitama and Miyoshi” to be held August 29 and 30 at 日本工業大学

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:57:47+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000171537.html
- anchor: #n1361771
- Companies mentioned: UniWave実行委員会、日本工業大学、株式会社武井工務店、トヨダ建設株式会社、株式会社塚匠建設、株式会社東京商工社、株式会社白石工務店、NPO法人ケアリフォームシステム研究会、八ヶ岳観光福祉デザイン室、合同会社Fuzi、アクセスエール株式会社、パナソニック株式会社、ゼログラヴィティ、NPO法人 はにしな

Facts:
- 2026年8月29日（土）・30日（日）
- More than 30 exhibitor and partner booths

## 【Survey Report】About 30% regret not replacing their EcoCute sooner｜Most replacements take place after 10–13 years of use, and 84% of breakdowns are preceded by “warning signs”

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:50:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000079459.html
- anchor: #n1361772
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ARMシステム、交換パラダイス

Facts:
- About 30% said, “I should have replaced it sooner”
- About 60% named the “10th year” as the ideal time for replacement
- A total of 84% said they noticed some kind of warning sign before a breakdown or malfunction
- An error code appeared
- The hot water temperature was unstable
- The hot water flow weakened
- It made unusual noises
- 44.0% decided to replace it within “1 month” of noticing a problem
- 28.5% said they “should have replaced it sooner”
- 59.7% named the “10th year” as the ideal time for replacement

## Beyond Sightseeing: Create an Antique Kimono Hair Accessory in a Hidden Local Atelier

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:49:46+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000186262.html
- anchor: #n1361773
- Companies mentioned: torch合同会社、Torch Experience Ise

Facts:
- Antique kimono fabric dating back more than 100 years
- From August 8, 2026

## 『列強戦線』第8巻が8月20日発売！「アルビー・ヒドルストン」の描き下ろしアクリルスタンド付きアニメイトセットの予約受付中！

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:48:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000516.000124073.html
- anchor: #n1361774
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コアミックス、アニメイト

Facts:
- Volume 8 of Zenon Comics’ 『列強戦線』 will be released on Thursday, August 20, 2026
- Price: 2,772 yen (tax included)

## 【Amazon Prime Day】Popular products from 武内製薬 at special prices! Items to support beauty, health and fitness routines

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:47:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000417.000073177.html
- anchor: #n1361775
- Companies mentioned: 武内製薬株式会社、Amazon、mamacharm、Ms.Osmanthus、KIWAMI AZ

Facts:
- Sale price: 3,980 yen → 3,213 yen
- Discount: 19% off
- Sale price: 3,780 yen → 2,950 yen
- Discount: 21% off
- Sale price: 2,480 yen → 1,612 yen
- Discount: 35% off
- Sale price: 3,480 yen → 2,958 yen
- Discount: 15% off
- Sale price: 1,980 yen → 1,596 yen

## 【2026 Latest】Retty updates its list of popular restaurants! More than 70,000 restaurants selected as Retty favorites, with over 2,000 new additions

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:46:37+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000247.000004025.html
- anchor: #n1361776
- Companies mentioned: Retty株式会社、麻布十番 薬膳カレー 新海 虎ノ門店、欧風カレー ボンディ 秋葉原店、唯我独尊、ガハハビール、WOLFBRÄU、ビールスタンド重富、ビールスタンド重富 ekie

Facts:
- Retty favorites: 70,048 restaurants
- New favorites: 2,269 restaurants
- Number of categories: 74
- Total number of popular restaurants: 1,193
- 3-star restaurants: 60
- New popular restaurants: 11
- Total number of popular restaurants: 343
- 3-star restaurants: 10
- New popular restaurants: 12

## This year, the 国際交流基金（JF） “Children’s Kasumigaseki Tour Day” will feature fan-making using foreign languages

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:41:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000056.000079420.html
- anchor: #n1361613
- Companies mentioned: 国際交流基金（JF）、外務省

Facts:
- Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2026
- Session 1 (11:00–12:15)
- Session 2 (14:00–15:15)

## 【Case Study】Home builder たてみ adopts “Check+,” enabling reliable compliance with construction procedures and smooth, real-time progress checks across multiple projects

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000039.000003785.html
- anchor: #n1361616
- Companies mentioned: たてみ株式会社、株式会社エム・ソフト

Facts:
- It will mark its 40th anniversary next year, in 2027

## RYODEN signs strategic partnership agreement with 広東蘑菇物聯科技有限公司 to advance the practical application of physical AI

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000094.000149829.html
- anchor: #n1361615
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社RYODEN、広東蘑菇物聯科技有限公司、菱商電子（上海）有限公司、Mogulinker

Facts:
- A strong track record of deliveries to more than 6,000 companies
- More than 2000 partner companies

## Infcurion releases the results of its “Payment Trends 2026 Survey”

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000149.000031359.html
- anchor: #n1361614
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社インフキュリオン、経済産業省、株式会社デンソーウェーブ

Facts:
- The usage rate for QR code payments is 71%
- “Cashless enthusiasts” account for 64% of the total
- “Tap-to-pay with a card” accounts for 39%
- The cashless payment ratio in 2025 was 58.0%
- 52% of credit card users said that contactless payments (by card or smartphone app) had been their most-used payment method in the past 6 months
- 20,000 men and women aged 16–69 nationwide
- Respondents (n=824)
- Engaged segment (n=555)
- Credit card users (n=719)
- Credit card use compared with 1 year ago

## Three new sets from the premium mail-order sweets brand “toroa” are now available, offering an easy way to enjoy indulgent flavors! The lineup includes Earl Grey-scented gooey mini cheesecake

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:39:57+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000170.000068076.html
- anchor: #n1361617
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フードクリエイティブファクトリー、toroa、おとりよせネット

Facts:
- Price: ¥2,760 (tax included)
- Price: 3,220 yen (tax included)
- Price: 6,240 yen (tax included)
- Ranked No. 1 overall among approximately 7,000 products

## Obtains “Platinum Kurumin Certification” as a company supporting child-rearing

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:38:49+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000535.000004714.html
- anchor: #n1361618
- Companies mentioned: サイバネットシステム株式会社、厚生労働省

Facts:
- Rate of male employees taking childcare leave, etc. (*)
- Rate of female employees taking childcare leave, etc.
- Retention rate of female employees 1 year after giving birth

## After school, head to a professional futsal match. Popular food will also be available, in addition to free admission for Tobata Ward residents and students!

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:38:44+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000072.000040217.html
- anchor: #n1361619
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アジアスポーツマーケティング、ボルクバレット北九州、シュライカー大阪、皿倉山展望レストラン「天宮」、常盤橋カレー

Facts:
- If attendance exceeds 1,000
- Three winners will be selected by lottery to receive the “2026-2027 Season Official Towel”
- Two winners have been added, bringing the total to 5 recipients

## Spend this summer in Kushiro, a “cool refuge”! A reward of “maximum temperatures below 25°C” during a summer of persistent extreme heat 《The “Comfortable Temperatures U-25°C Campaign” launches》

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:38:32+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000162612.html
- anchor: #n1361620
- Companies mentioned: 釧路商工会議所、釧路炉ばた学会、北海道社交飲食生活衛生同業組合釧路地区本部、炉ばた居酒屋 はたご家、炭焼炉端 ちくぜん、炉ばた さかまる、炉ばた 鱗、炭焼き酒場 華蔵、くしろ駒形家

Facts:
- 32 days from July 10 to August 10
- 22 days in 2023
- 25 days in 2024
- 19 days in 2025
- 240,000 views on YouTube

## No need for a photographer, and room operations continue uninterrupted! “瞬撮AI（しゅんさつAI）,” an AI-powered content creation service specializing in accommodations, launches to maximize a property’s appeal with cutting-edge AI and marketing experts

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:37:47+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000066.000024193.html
- anchor: #n1361621
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニュー・バリュー・フロンティア、瞬撮AI

Facts:
- As little as 30 seconds

## COROS announces partnership with Keely Hodgkinson, a leading women’s 800m middle-distance runner in the world

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:37:18+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000046.000068303.html
- anchor: #n1361622
- Companies mentioned: COROS、TWOLAPS TC

Facts:
- ・Height: 170 cm
- 室内800m世界記録（1分54秒87）保持者

## Funai Consulting publishes 2 case studies supporting Korean tech companies’ entry into the Japanese market

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:36:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000143.000054075.html
- anchor: #n1361623
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社船井総合研究所、LEESOL社、SpaceVisionAI社、SETOWORKS（セトワークス）

Facts:
- More than 1,300 global funding projects underway—the highest number in Asia
- Cumulative funding of more than 60 billion won

## New feature launches to enable integration with NEC Platforms’ “UNIVERGE Aspire 6” in the “Tobiraphone Biz” business call management solution series

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:35:57+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000236.000034282.html
- anchor: #n1361624
- Companies mentioned: トビラシステムズ株式会社、NECプラットフォームズ株式会社、日本電気株式会社

Facts:
- A track record of 400,000 systems shipped in Japan
- Used by approximately 15 million people per month

## 第3回 徳洲会ロボットセミナーを7月19日から東京国際フォーラムで開催

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:33:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000134598.html
- anchor: #n1361625
- Companies mentioned: 徳洲会、東京大学、早稲田大学、メディエライト合同会社、京都橘大学、湘南鎌倉総合病院

Facts:
- 28 hospitals have adopted the system
- 35 units in total
- Increasing by 500 cases each year
- Approximately 3,117 cases annually

## Gift Holdings, led by Keita Daikoku, launches full-scale tower-condominium-focused luxury hotel-style furnished renovation business

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:33:46+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000180684.html
- anchor: #n1361626
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ギフトホールディングス、THE SANCTUARY

Facts:
- Transforming a 3LDK into a 1LDK: bold layout changes create an overwhelming sense of openness

## On sale July 21 (advance sales available): Issue 50 of “Waka” is packed with reader-submitted panda photos and stories! A commemorative edition made to be kept forever!

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:31:49+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000025.000096234.html
- anchor: #n1361627
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アジア太平洋観光社、東方書店、内山書店、三省堂書店、上野動物園、アドベンチャーワールド、神戸市立王子動物園、中国四川省雅安・臥竜・成都パンダ基地、日本パンダ保護協会、中国駐東京観光代表処

Facts:
- List price: 2,200 yen (tax included)
- ¥2,000 per unit
- ISBN: 978-4434381966

## Let eggs lift your spirits! “キユーピーのたまご” launches 2 new products: “Oeuf Mayo: Soft-Boiled Egg with Garlic Mayo Sauce” and “Ruro-style Simmered Egg,” indulgent treats to pamper yourself

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:30:29+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000723.000044559.html
- anchor: #n1361628
- Companies mentioned: キユーピー株式会社、キユーピーのたまご

Facts:
- A total of 1,500 married women nationwide, ages 20–74
- Eggs brighten the dining table (54.4%→59.9%)
- Eating eggs lifts my spirits (43.4%→48.1%)
- 1 boiled egg
- 20 g of sauce
- 17 g of sauce
- Refrigerated for 60 days, including the production date

## 温泉の“効果”を3年間データで可視化――湯治ぐらし、環境省・別府市との官民連携調査で培った温泉効果測定メソッドを、全国の自治体・DMO・温泉施設へ提供開始

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:30:28+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000027.000148854.html
- anchor: #n1361629
- Companies mentioned: 湯治ぐらし株式会社、環境省、別府市、日本健康開発財団、おんピタラボ

Facts:
- More than 3,000 actual measurements taken before and after bathing

## Announcement of the launch of the “Audio AR Consortium,” connecting communities and the future through the power of sound

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:30:16+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000335.000018968.html
- anchor: #n1361630
- Companies mentioned: ソニーマーケティング株式会社、株式会社昭文社ホールディングス、日本電気株式会社、株式会社キャリタス、株式会社サービスマーケティング、一般社団法人ツーリストシップ、国際工科専門職大学、ミクル株式会社、日本忍者協議会、株式会社ima、株式会社JTB、NTT西日本株式会社 VOICENCEカンパニー

Facts:
- 音声ARサミット（年1回）

## Major Ver.1.2 update for the latest action RPG “MONGIL: STAR DIVE”! Two new ★5 summer-limited characters and new “Dispatch System” content arrive

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:30:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002561.000007736.html
- anchor: #n1361631
- Companies mentioned: ネットマーブル、ネットマーブルジャパン株式会社、Netmarble Monster Inc.、Netmarble Corp.、Kabam、SpinX Games、Jam City、HYBE、NCSOFT、Apple Inc.、Google LLC

Facts:
- Two new ★5 summer-limited characters
- The success rate for mutant synthesis has been changed to 100%, ensuring success
- April 15, 2026

## 日本サステナブルリペア協会（JSRA） established on July 4, “Fashion Repair Day”

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000186642.html
- anchor: #n1361655
- Companies mentioned: 日本サステナブルリペア協会、JSRA、株式会社おしゃれ工房、株式会社アン・コトン、株式会社アプローズ、株式会社東京縫製、リフォームスタジオ株式会社、株式会社BPLab

Facts:
- Cut emissions by 25% from fiscal 2020 levels by 2030
- July 4, 2026

## Announcement of the launch of “眠りの道しるべ,” a website for patients and the general public

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000069571.html
- anchor: #n1361654
- Companies mentioned: サスメド株式会社

Facts:
- Approximately 1 in 5 adults in Japan do not get sufficient rest from sleep

## Notice regarding the acquisition of all shares of PERSOL Global Workforce (a subsidiary of Persol Career)

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000038.000038488.html
- anchor: #n1361653
- Companies mentioned: YUIME株式会社、パーソルキャリア株式会社、PERSOL Global Workforce株式会社

Facts:
- Scheduled acquisition date: October 1, 2026 (planned)

## 日本曹達 (Nihon Soda) has been selected for the ESG index “FTSE JPX Blossom Japan Index” for the 4th consecutive year

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000040.000115085.html
- anchor: #n1361652
- Companies mentioned: 日本曹達、FTSE Russell、年金積立金管理運用独立行政法人（GPIF）

Facts:
- Selected for the 4th consecutive year
- Selected as a constituent for the 5th consecutive year

## Partnership agreement with Nagano City: First initiative launches! Applications open for a “1-day teacher experience” for high school students during summer vacation, with 71 preschools in the city participating

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000053.000017033.html
- anchor: #n1361651
- Companies mentioned: キャリアフィールド株式会社、長野市幼稚園・認定こども園連盟、長野市私立保育協会

Facts:
- Number of participating preschools: 71 in Nagano City
- During the 2026 summer vacation period

## Launch of the “AI Implementation Support Consortium” by a technology-focused company supporting the full-scale adoption of AI agents

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000062.000016281.html
- anchor: #n1361650
- Companies mentioned: ビープラッツ株式会社、日本マイクロソフト株式会社、クウジット株式会社、JTP株式会社、株式会社NTQジャパン、株式会社Coopel、株式会社Def consulting、西ソフト株式会社、株式会社AWLL

Facts:
- Marketplace ( https://www.ai-consortium.jp ) goes live today

## Exhibiting at “Maintenance and Resilience 2026” | Introducing planning and digital transformation solutions for railway and bus operators

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000074.000085809.html
- anchor: #n1361649
- Companies mentioned: ALGO ARTIS、ユニオン建設、JR東日本、名鉄バス、八戸市

Facts:
- Event dates: July 15 (Wednesday)–17 (Friday), 2026, 10:00–17:00
- Also speaking at an exhibitor seminar on July 16 (Thursday), 11:00–11:50

## Approximately 95% of registered dietitians recommend “Sea Chicken Jun” to patients as a “protein source”—confirmed in a survey at the 29th Annual Meeting of the 日本病態栄養学会

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000077.000010547.html
- anchor: #n1361648
- Companies mentioned: はごろもフーズ株式会社、株式会社おいしい健康、日本病態栄養学会

Facts:
- Survey of 630 healthcare professionals
- Attendance: 2,957
- Approximately 63% of registered dietitians cited “insufficient protein” as a dietary issue for patients
- Because it is a food rich in protein (approximately 77%)
- Because it requires no cooking and is convenient to use (about 48%)
- Sea Chicken Smile Jun (for home use) Capacity: 50g
- Per 1 bag (50g): 6.4–12.1g of protein
- Per 100g: 20.7g of protein

## Yamashita, a rental provider of nursing care products, to exhibit at CHINA AID2026, one of China's largest nursing care and welfare exhibitions

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000077.000072683.html
- anchor: #n1361647
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ヤマシタ、Umios、アース製薬、ウェルファン、株式会社イトーヨーカ堂、アタム技研株式会社、株式会社あらた、エレクター株式会社、株式会社カワムラサイクル、株式会社幸和製作所、株式会社島製作所、株式会社FUJI、株式会社プラッツ、株式会社マリアンヌ製靴、山下（上海）養老服務有限公司、山下為楽帆（上海）実業発展有限公司、山下福至（成都）健康管理有限公司

Facts:
- Co-exhibiting sponsor companies (12 companies in total)
- About 100 business meetings were held regarding franchising (FC)
- Already operating 6 stores
- Sales target of ¥85 billion by 2030
- Aiming for sales of ¥1 trillion by 2050
- Sales: ¥37.32 billion (fiscal year ended March 2026)
- Employees: 2,979 (as of the end of March 2026)

## Yamashita, a rental provider of nursing care products, establishes a new company, 「山下福至（無錫）健康管理有限公司」, in Wuxi, Jiangsu Province, China

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000078.000072683.html
- anchor: #n1361646
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ヤマシタ、山下（上海）養老服務有限公司、山下福至（無錫）健康管理有限公司、株式会社ウェルファン、山下為楽帆（上海）実業発展有限公司、山下福至（成都）健康管理有限公司

Facts:
- People aged 65 and over account for about 15% of the total population
- In Shanghai, the proportion of older adults stands at about 28%
- 50% of rental costs are subsidized
- Subsidies of up to 70% are available
- A nursing care product rental provider operating more than 80 locations nationwide
- Has a resident population of about 7.5 million
- People aged 65 and over are estimated to account for 15–18% of the population
- Currently operating 6 stores in China
- Sales: ¥37.32 billion (fiscal year ended March 2026)
- Employees: 2,979 (as of the end of March 2026)

## Virturex systematizes and launches AI contact center support services using Amazon Connect Customer

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000184.000000699.html
- anchor: #n1361645
- Companies mentioned: バーチャレクス・コンサルティング株式会社、Amazon Web Services、AWS、Amazon Connect Customer、Amazon Transcribe Live Call Analytics、アマゾン ウェブ サービス ジャパン合同会社

Facts:
- Approximately 1,000 employees at each company

## [Free seminar] For those concerned about brand repositioning: “How can you reposition your brand to match changing times and needs?” To be held on July 28, 2026 (Tuesday)

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000213.000059264.html
- anchor: #n1361644
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社日本リサーチセンター

Facts:
- Date and time: July 28, 2026 (Tuesday), 14:00–15:00
- We deliver smart reports in as little as about 5 weeks, ready to be shared internally and used for decision-making.

## LaKeel Cup Japan Club Team Golf Championship: 2025 national finals held, 2026 tournament confirmed

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000235.000054301.html
- anchor: #n1361643
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ラキール、認定NPO法人CLACK

Facts:
- 4,000 yen for each qualifying team
- 1バーディにつき1,000円
- 1イーグルにつき5,000円
- 982,000 yen in total

## Winners of the i-Reporter Partner Award 2026 announced

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000255.000074154.html
- anchor: #n1361642
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社シムトップス、株式会社大塚商会、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、株式会社ニッセイコム、株式会社ミントウェーブ、トーテックアメニティ株式会社、株式会社ネクストビジョン、ビジネスエンジニアリング株式会社、三井E&Sシステム技研株式会社、ウイングアーク１ｓｔ株式会社、Otsuka Information Technology Corp.、DENTSU SOKEN (THAILAND) LIMITED、Material Automation (Thailand) Co., Ltd.、TOMAS TECH CO., LTD.、SYSTEMEXE VIET NAM CO.,LTD

Facts:
- “Insufficient training data” was cited as the most common issue, at 44.1%
- i-Reporter is Japan's No. 1 market-share product, used by 4,500 companies and more than 220,000 people
- Market share: 46.5%
- 売上高 ：23億2千5百万円（2025年度売上）
- Number of employees: 92 in total (as of the end of March 2026)

## Newly acquires about 100 million yen worth of Solana (SOL), bringing cumulative acquisitions to around 900 million yen

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000261.000037860.html
- anchor: #n1361641
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社WIZE、CoinGecko、Mastercard、SoFi、ソラナ財団、Dawn Labs

Facts:
- Worth about 100 million yen
- Total holdings stand at about 58,000 SOL
- Equivalent to 11th place globally
- 7,519 SOL
- Average acquisition price (about 15,745 yen)
- 13,275 yen per 1 SOL
- Approximately 770 million yen
- 約4,600〜5,400万円
- About 1.17 billion yen
- 約7,000〜8,200万円
- About 1.75 billion yen
- 約10,500〜12,300万円
- About 2.34 billion yen
- 約14,000〜16,400万円

## skyticket begins handling highway bus services operated by 西日本鉄道 (Nishitetsu)

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000275.000011606.html
- anchor: #n1361640
- Companies mentioned: skyticket、西日本鉄道、株式会社アドベンチャー、はかた号

Facts:
- About 1,200km one way
- About 14–15 hours
- Employees: about 5,000

## AI CROSS begins supporting the use of generative AI at Rise株式会社, a construction company

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000279.000021834.html
- anchor: #n1361639
- Companies mentioned: AI CROSS株式会社、Rise株式会社、福岡銀行、Microsoft、Gemini、一般財団法人 建設業技術者センター、国土交通省

Facts:
- The annual average working hours in the construction industry reached 2,018 hours in fiscal 2023
- 61.5% of construction companies cited “taking time to prepare and organize paperwork after on-site work” as a cause of long working hours

## <Vis> [Survey report] A sense of connection with “what makes our company unique” cuts the feeling of being forced to come to the office by one-fourth — latest office trends survey results released

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000285.000058162.html
- anchor: #n1361638
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ヴィス

Facts:
- The sense of “what makes our company unique” improved by about 2.5 times
- “Work-related communication” was cited
- This means they come to the office seeking “interpersonal interaction”
- Those who prioritize individual work accounted for only about 15.6%
- Responded that they “sometimes feel lonely in the office”
- Responded that they “make effective use of the office”
- Just 18.1% said they make effective use of the office
- A difference of about 4.7 times has emerged
- Just 8.3% feel they are being forced to come to the office
- About 4 times as many, 33.3%, feel they are being forced to come to the office
- “In-house collaboration (20.4%)” ranked No. 1
- “Improved motivation (17.7%)”
- “Engagement (11.8%)”

## House of Representatives member Koichi Hagiuda to speak at “WebX 2026”

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000346.000033850.html
- anchor: #n1361637
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社CoinPost、一般社団法人WebX実行委員会

Facts:
- Dates: July 13 (Monday) and 14 (Tuesday), 2026

## ロンハーマンが提案する、季節を先駆けるジャケットセレクション

- Published: 2026-07-08T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000378.000140499.html
- anchor: #n1361636
- Companies mentioned: ロンハーマン、ColoReve、Kilometre Paris、BOWTE

Facts:
- Maras Blazer / Black, Navy, Red ￥67,100 On sale July 11 (Saturday)
- Blue de Travail Jacket / Navy ￥165,000 On sale July 11 (Saturday)
- Leather Jacket / Tobacco ￥286,000 July 11 (Saturday)