# AI News 180m Report｜2026-07-09 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 3 of 10

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 880 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 72 items from 2 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## 国内で年間ボール販売数1,000万個を突破！ イケア、人気3種のボールメニューから頂点を決める『みんなで決めるNo.1ミートボールメニュー』キャンペーンを開催

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000411.000065734.html
- anchor: #n1373163
- Companies mentioned: イケア、イケア・ジャパン株式会社、イケア・ジャパン

Facts:
- More than 10 million per year
- Approximately 1.4 billion
- ￥890
- ￥690
- ￥590

## Busta Shinjuku summer vacation event! Hosting a quiz rally recommended for independent research!

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000412.000072120.html
- anchor: #n1373162
- Companies mentioned: 東武トップツアーズ株式会社、バスタ新宿インフラツーリズム魅力倍増プロジェクト協議会、TOBU MALL、triplabo

Facts:
- More than 200 people have enjoyed it so far
- 1 set: ¥1,000 (tax included)
- 500 sets per day

## Ride a wrapped train before it enters revenue service! Sales begin for a day trip to Nikko aboard the “Strawberry Kingdom Berry Lucky Train”

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000413.000072120.html
- anchor: #n1373161
- Companies mentioned: 東武トップツアーズ株式会社、東武鉄道

Facts:
- Adults: ¥9,500
- Children: ¥9,000

## System Service’s “BLACK LAGOON” prizes arrive in July 2026!

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000417.000046259.html
- anchor: #n1373160
- Companies mentioned: システムサービス株式会社、小学館

Facts:
- A plush toy approximately 12 cm tall.
- [Types] 4 in total
- Available at amusement facilities starting in July 2026.

## Manufacturing AI agent “Aconnect” adds 2 new agents (β version): “Forced Ideation” and “Market Size Estimation”

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000419.000024407.html
- anchor: #n1373159
- Companies mentioned: ストックマーク株式会社、Aconnect、SAT Agent Cockpit

Facts:
- Outsourcing calculations for an unestablished market with no statistical data to consulting firms and others can cost millions of yen and take several weeks

## AI real estate investment service RENOSY conducts a “Survey on Anime and Manga Consumption Trends and Investment”

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000425.000021066.html
- anchor: #n1373158
- Companies mentioned: RENOSY、GA technologies、株式会社プロダクトフォース、ユニーリサーチ、東京商工リサーチ、イタンジ株式会社、RW OpCo, LLC

Facts:
- 862 investors in their 30s and 40s (※1), and 862 non-investors (※2) (1,724 people in total)
- Participation in fan communities for works (investors 18.3% / non-investors 5.9%)
- Sharing fan works and analyses (investors 17.5% / non-investors 6.2%)
- The most common response among non-investors was “mostly free” at 59.4%
- “Mostly free (36.1%)” was also the most common response among investors
- 30.2% said they “spend in a planned way”
- Non-investors (16.8%)
- Combined share of those who invest funds actively (18.7%)

## 茨城県土浦市 地域密着の不動産会社「有限会社双葉ハウジング」があとつぎ募集中！

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000435.000034376.html
- anchor: #n1373157
- Companies mentioned: 有限会社双葉ハウジング、株式会社バトンズ、BATONZ

Facts:
- More than 25 years since its founding
- Approximately 11 years at a real estate company
- Established: April 2018

## “Roco” joins the luxurious “Personal Pub Mirror” interior series from “アイドルマスター ミリオンライブ！”! Orders open at ASOBI STORE from July 9 (Thu.)!!

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000436.000159118.html
- anchor: #n1373156
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社バンダイナムコエクスペリエンス、株式会社バンダイナムコエンターテインメント、アイドルマスター ミリオンライブ！、アイドルマスター、アイドルマスター オフィシャルショップ、ASOBI STORE

Facts:
- Price: ¥14,800
- Order period: Until July 27, 2026 (Mon.), 23:59
- Scheduled delivery: Sequentially from mid-October 2026

## Municipal preventive-care programs move to the next stage

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000441.000027019.html
- anchor: #n1373155
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ルネサンス、株式会社日本能率協会総合研究所

Facts:
- More than 360 municipalities supported by our company
- 330 facilities, including sports clubs and rehabilitation facilities for nursing care
- Capacity: 100 people per day

## キューサイ株式会社「コラリッチ ソア」がリニューアル商品発表会を開催！

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000461.000003705.html
- anchor: #n1373154
- 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
- A launch event for the renewed product was held on July 8, 2026 (Wed.)
- From Tuesday, August 4, 2026
- Retail price: 3,600 yen (tax included)
- Contents: 40mL
- Retail price: 2,800 yen (tax included)
- Net content: 120 mL
- Price: ¥1,650 (tax included)
- Contents: Setup Lotion 40 mL
- Day Lift Essence Milk 12 mL
- Price: 4,200 yen (tax included)
- Net content: 30 mL
- Price

## DENTSU SOKEN and Nippon Steel Solutions to collaborate in next-generation IT infrastructure supporting businesses and society

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000470.000043138.html
- anchor: #n1373153
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社電通総研、日鉄ソリューションズ株式会社、NSSOL、Oracle

Facts:
- With absonne4, which will launch in the second half of fiscal 2026
- Leverage more than 200 cloud and AI services, including “Oracle AI Database” offered by “Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)”

## Waterfront art hotel PETALS TOKYO to begin sales on July 9, 2026 (Thu.), for collaborative accommodation plan with the “BAKUNE” series

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000476.000014158.html
- anchor: #n1373152
- Companies mentioned: 寺田倉庫株式会社、株式会社TENTIAL、タイソンズアンドカンパニー

Facts:
- Sales period: July 9, 2026 (Thu.), 11:00–September 28, 2026 (Mon.), 21:00
- Stay period: August 1, 2026 (Sat.)–September 30, 2026 (Wed.)
- Accommodation price: From ¥95,000 (tax included)
- 宿泊定員：1室あたり1～2名
- Recommended age: 15 and older

## 商船三井マリテックス、3社統合後の経費承認基準統一のためにTOKIUM AI経費承認を導入

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000487.000009888.html
- anchor: #n1373151
- Companies mentioned: 商船三井マリテックス、株式会社TOKIUM、MOLマリン＆エンジニアリング、商船三井オーシャンエキスパート、MOLシップテック

Facts:
- The 3 companies merged and launched in April 2025
- Number of employees: 165 (as of April 1, 2026)

## ピーターラビット™が『LOVOT』と初コラボレーション ウェアやグッズ 4アイテムを8月7日（金）より販売開始『LOVOT ストア 二子玉川ライズ店』では先行販売も実施

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000498.000055543.html
- anchor: #n1373150
- Companies mentioned: GROOVE X 株式会社、ピーターラビット™、LOVOT、株式会社ソニー・クリエイティブプロダクツ、株式会社グレイス

Facts:
- Advance sales start July 21, 2026 (Tue.)
- Price: ¥16,980 (tax included)
- Price: ¥13,970 (tax included)
- Price: ¥12,980 (tax included)
- Price: ¥9,980 (tax included)
- More than 250 million copies in cumulative circulation

## VisasQ to host the in-person event “VISASQ Insight Hub” at its headquarters.

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000514.000015233.html
- anchor: #n1373149
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ビザスク、KDDI株式会社、Dream Creation Lab合同会社

Facts:
- May 29, 2026
- 1 in 4 companies listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market

## Ahead of the peak summer heat, INFORICH, operator of CHARGESPOT, releases an awareness video urging safe handling of mobile batteries

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000514.000033521.html
- anchor: #n1373148
- Companies mentioned: INFORICH、CHARGESPOT

Facts:
- There were 1,297 fires caused by lithium-ion batteries and other sources
- Fires caused by mobile batteries accounted for 482 cases, the highest among the products covered
- Approximately 60,000 units are installed across Japan’s 47 prefectures

## Event report: Cross-border e-commerce enters an era of identifying “countries where products sell.” ZenGroup explains overseas sales data at a seminar hosted by JACCA

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000530.000023616.html
- anchor: #n1373147
- Companies mentioned: ZenGroup株式会社、一般社団法人 日本越境EC協会（JACCA）、株式会社ジグザグ、Buyandship Japan合同会社

Facts:
- The group has more than 3.2 million members
- More than 10.5 million items shipped to 175 countries and regions

## NTTドコモビジネスX、「顧客体験AI資格取得講座」の提供を開始

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000535.000006600.html
- anchor: #n1373146
- Companies mentioned: NTTドコモビジネスX、OCX Cognition, Inc.、NICE Systems,Inc、サトメトリックス・システムズ

Facts:
- Starts July 9, 2026

## 【中小・中堅流通業の紙書類利用/ペーパーレスの取り組みに関する調査】進まない“紙からの脱却”。流通業の7割がペーパーレス化に取り組むも、“完了率”は1割未満。5割弱の企業では、紙書類の削減効果見られず

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000538.000020202.html
- anchor: #n1373145
- Companies mentioned: LINE WORKS株式会社

Facts:
- 流通業全体の7割(70.8%)の企業が、ペーパーレス化に取り組んでいる
- 「ほぼ全ての業務で、問題なくペーパーレス化が完了している」と回答した企業は1割未満（9.7％）に留まりました。
- ペーパーレス化に取り組む企業（計70.8%）のうち、「ペーパーレス化に取り組んでいるが、思うように進んでいない・停滞している」、「ペーパーレス化の取り組みを行っているが、紙に戻すことを検討している」、「以前はペーパーレス化に取り組んでいたが、現在は縮小している・辞めた」と回答した企業の割合は5割強（54.9%）に上り
- Retail had the highest share of companies working toward going paperless, at 74%.
- そのうち約6割（57%）の企業は、「ペーパーレス化に取り組んでいるが、思うように進んでいない・停滞している」、「ペーパーレス化の取り組みを行っているが、紙に戻すことを検討している」、「以前はペーパーレス化に取り組んでいたが、現在は縮小している・辞めた」と回答
- 小売業のペーパーレス化に取り組んでいる企業の2割強（24.8%）では、「ペーパーレス化の取り組みを行っているが、紙に戻すことを検討している」、「以前はペーパーレス化に取り組んでいたが、

## For summer vacation independent research! For summer vacation independent research! A food education event for children to learn about “life” and “science” to be held at 飲食塾

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000542.000023530.html
- anchor: #n1373144
- Companies mentioned: 飲食塾、Ｇ－ＦＡＣＴＯＲＹ株式会社

Facts:
- Participation fee: 4,800 yen (tax included)
- Thursday, July 30, 2026

## SMEs whose executives do not use AI: 85.7% have no policy or framework for AI use

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000544.000010550.html
- anchor: #n1373143
- Companies mentioned: ラクスル株式会社、IT企業

Facts:
- Among companies whose representatives and executives do not use AI at all, 85.7% have neither a policy nor a system in place to promote AI use
- 31.0% of small and midsize business owners and employees actively use AI for work
- 73.3% overall have experience using AI for work
- 55.8% said they “do not see the need”
- 45.3% said “management and corporate planning”
- Among IT企業, more than half, 53.0%, said they “actively use” AI
- Outside IT企業, the figure was just 20.0%
- Among companies with annual sales of less than 30 million yen, 21.5% “actively use” AI
- The figure was 35.1% among companies with annual sales of 100 million yen or more
- 38.3% said they “do not have a good grasp”
- 19.0% said they “have no grasp at all”
- “Representatives and executives” accounted for 27.2%

## “小田急沖縄ウィークス supported by Orion,” a companywide event proposed by young employees who wanted to “liven things up together with the town,” to be held for the first time

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000552.000035774.html
- anchor: #n1373142
- Companies mentioned: 小田急百貨店、Orion、シーサーのおみやげやさん、沖縄グロサリーマーケット、ORION BEER LIMITED POPUP STORE、エーデルワイス沖縄、麺と飯 ソウハチヤ

Facts:
- From Wednesday, July 22
- Tuesday, August 4
- ちいかわ×オリオンビール シーサーのおみやげやさんマスコット （ちいかわ/ハチワレ/うさぎ/シーサー）各2,090円
- Purple sweet potato tart (6 pieces): 1,620 yen
- 与那覇製麺 soki soba (noodles 110g × 2, seasoned soki 30g × 2, soba broth 22g × 2): 1,242 yen
- “海ん道（UMiNCHi）” Okinawa-grown crunchy sea grapes (40g, includes 1 sachet of sauce): 600 yen
- “月桃物語” “Emerald Island” kariyushi wear, hibiscus pattern: 5,500 yen
- Orion embroidered cap ¥3,960 each
- Orion Galaxy T-shirt ¥3,850

## [1,359 entries received] Your vote will decide the name! Final vote for the name of 北九州市’s new vision character starts July 17

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000553.000076777.html
- anchor: #n1373141
- Companies mentioned: 北九州市、スペースLABO、北九州市科学館、Kitakyushu Action！、松下進

Facts:
- From July 17 (Friday) to August 14 (Friday), Reiwa 8

## First in Niigata Prefecture! Two local edamame pizza products created in collaboration with Nagaoka City and JAえちご中越 ≪ピザーラ Local Production for Local Consumption Project≫ On sale at “Edamame Marche” on July 11 (Saturday)

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000557.000037526.html
- anchor: #n1373140
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フォーシーズ、ピザーラ、長岡市役所、JAえちご中越

Facts:
- 1 slice: 600 yen (tax included)
- There are now 58 food trucks nationwide

## ドトールコーヒーショップ to launch new soda and tea drinks and Milano Sandwich B on July 23; 2 new easy-to-enjoy cold-brew coffees also debut on July 24

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000568.000008784.html
- anchor: #n1373139
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ドトールコーヒー、ドトールコーヒーショップ

Facts:
- [Price] 550 yen (tax included)
- [Price] 480 yen (tax included)
- [Price] 690 yen (tax included)
- [Price] 630 yen (tax included)
- [Price] 590 yen (tax included / 4-pack)
- [Price] 560 yen (tax included / 4-pack)
- Made with 10% coffee beans from the company’s own farm on Hawaii Island
- Cuts caffeine by 94%

## 56% of banking app users say they “want to entrust their money to AI” | 2026 Banking App Usage Survey

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000609.000011255.html
- anchor: #n1373138
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アイリッジ、Qoil

Facts:
- For the first time, the most common number of accounts held shifted to “3 accounts”
- Banking app usage has reached approximately 80%
- 地方銀行アプリの月1回以上利用者が前年比10pt増

## Officially licensed NBA mobile game 『NBAダンクシティ』 set for release on August 6 (Wednesday)!

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000650.000071247.html
- anchor: #n1373137
- Companies mentioned: NetEase Games、NetEase, Inc.、ワーナーブラザーズ、Mojang AB、マイクロソフト

Facts:
- The official service launch date has been set for August 6 (Wednesday), 2026.

## 牛角 Summer Festival is here! Fun for adults and kids alike!! A succession of “festival stall treats” arrives ～10 original stall-style menu items, including “beef kalbi koppe” finished on a charcoal grill and sweets featuring nostalgic サクマドロップス～

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000663.000018604.html
- anchor: #n1373136
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社レインズインターナショナル、コロワイドグループ、サクマドロップス、アサヒスーパードライ

Facts:
- Beef kalbi koppe: 380 yen (418 yen including tax)
- Crunchy candy ice cream ～サクマドロップス～ 290 yen (319 yen including tax)
- Grilled! Takoyaki: 290 yen (319 yen including tax)
- Grilled corn on a shichirin: 290 yen (319 yen including tax)
- A little negi-salt yakisoba: 290 yen (319 yen including tax)
- Festival-stall grilled squid: 500 yen (550 yen including tax)
- Frozen bite-size chocolate banana: 290 yen (319 yen including tax)
- Offal MIX (green chili MIX / white MIX / black MIX): 580 yen (638 yen including tax)
- アサヒスーパードライ ice-cold tumbler: regular price 650 yen (715 yen including tax) → special price 580 yen (638 yen including tax)

## This summer, しゃぶ葉 is offering all-you-can-eat Okinawan dishes with every course! “Mensore! Okinawa Gourmet Fair” begins

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000666.000017486.html
- anchor: #n1373135
- Companies mentioned: しゃぶ葉、株式会社すかいらーくレストランツ、すかいらーくホールディングス、すかいらーく

Facts:
- [From 1,649 yen including tax (※2)] Taco rice & juicy! Okinawan dishes are included in the all-you-can-eat menu with every all-you-can-eat course!
- Weekday lunch with no time limit until 16:00 (※): 2,399 yen (2,639 yen including tax)!
- Elementary school students pay ¥1,099 including tax for all courses! Free for preschool children!

## 約8割が「夏の大掃除」にメリットを実感水回りの掃除のしやすさや、乾きやすさに魅力

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000674.000008255.html
- anchor: #n1373134
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カインズ、CAINZ DIY Square

Facts:
- 76.8% said they “see benefits to summer deep cleaning”
- Members of CAINZ DIY Square, a community site where more than 160,000 members share the joy of DIY
- A home improvement store chain with 266 stores across 29 prefectures

## New collaboration items featuring Heidi of the Alps and Fueki-kun, the character from Fueki Animal Glue, are arriving one after another!

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000701.000026530.html
- anchor: #n1373133
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ヘソプロダクション、不易糊工業株式会社

Facts:
- Acrylic keychains, various designs: ¥1,045 (tax included)
- Secret Acrylic Magnet ¥1,045 (tax included)
- Weather-Resistant Stickers (various) ¥385 (tax included)
- Clear Files (various) ¥440 (tax included)
- Multi-Purpose Drawstring Bags (various) ¥1,100 (tax included)
- Capital: 10,000,000 yen

## The latest in mini-sized gourmet dining! A luxurious way to enjoy a variety of dishes. A reward lunch where you can compare up to 10 kinds of mini rice bowls and enjoy a little of everything

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000729.000043111.html
- anchor: #n1373132
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アトム、コロワイドグループ、株式会社コロワイド

Facts:
- 6-variety Hime-don Lunch ¥1,580 (¥1,738 including tax)
- 8-variety Hime-don Lunch ¥2,080 (¥2,288 including tax)
- 10-variety Hime-don Lunch ¥2,980 (¥3,278 including tax)
- Store count: 2,633 stores (as of the end of March 2026)
- Capital: 100 million yen
- 資本金 ：438億14百万円

## Panasonic Connect’s Sekiguchi and Koichi Takahashi, author of “The Science of Sales,” to speak! The true value of planning departments in accelerating “AI Ready” across departmental boundaries. “BtoB Synergy FORUM” to be held July 22 and 23

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000732.000034873.html
- anchor: #n1373131
- Companies mentioned: パナソニック コネクト、TORiX、株式会社翔泳社、MarkeZine、SalesZine

Facts:
- Organizational use of AI is advancing in 2026
- Wednesday, July 22, 13:00–18:30 (scheduled)
- Thursday, July 23, 13:00–18:30 (scheduled)

## Taikure, an online crane game that lets you enjoy crane games at home 24 hours a day, will launch the first-ever “たまこま” prizes featuring VTubers 音霊魂子 and 栗駒こまる of あおぎり高校, exclusively from 20:00 on July 17!

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000774.000041970.html
- anchor: #n1373130
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社タイトー、あおぎり高校、viviON, inc.

Facts:
- The number of registered users has surpassed 5 million
- Two items: “たまこま Gaming Cushion” and “たまこま Can-in Tumbler”
- Designed to hold a 350 ml can as is, so you can enjoy your drink chilled

## On-demand streaming begins for “Breaking Down the Barriers to Communication! Maximizing Performance Through Information Accessibility DX: Lessons from Employing Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing People × AI Speech Recognition”

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000779.000020223.html
- anchor: #n1373129
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アドバンスト・メディア、VoXT事業部

Facts:
- Application deadline: Wednesday, September 30, 2026

## New Sega “Detective Conan” merchandise! Clear files commemorating the anime’s 30th anniversary

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000781.000016101.html
- anchor: #n1373128
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セガ フェイブ、小学館、読売テレビ、TMS

Facts:
- 30th anniversary of the broadcast
- 15 types in total
- 1 sheet: ¥550
- 1 box: ¥8,250
- Approx. 14.8 × 21 cm in length

## A boost of dewy radiance from ヴィセ. The gel bursts and grips makeup! Introducing the new “Lasting Glow Gel Primer,” which keeps skin moisturized for hours!

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000787.000041232.html
- anchor: #n1373127
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コーセー、株式会社マツキヨココカラ＆カンパニー、ヴィセ

Facts:
- Net weight: 30g
- Limited release on August 21, 2026

## “AI Expo Summer 2026” to be held August 26 and 27 at Shinjuku Sumitomo Building Triangle Plaza—promoting AI adoption in Japan with homegrown AI. A wide range of exhibitors, from LLMs to physical AI and robotics

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000793.000053344.html
- anchor: #n1373126
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アイスマイリー、一般社団法人 日本ディープラーニング協会、一般社団法人 Generative AI Japan、一般社団法人 生成AI活用普及協会、一般社団法人 金融データ活用推進協会、一般社団法人 ソフトウェア協会、一般社団法人 リテールAI協会、一般社団法人 生成ＡＩ協会、一般社団法人データサイエンティスト協会

Facts:
- Expecting 10,000 visitors over 2 days
- 100 companies will exhibit, including companies developing AI technology in Japan and companies offering the latest AI products
- Exhibits featuring approximately 200+ products and solutions
- More than 40 conferences
- 3 million monthly page views and more than 500 listed products
- Capital: 14,990 thousand yen

## [Urgent, Limited-Time Offer] The ultimate “spoiler” book: Hikaru Sugii’s “Mystery Is the Strongest Literary Genre: The ‘World’s Best’ Trick Techniques” e-book gets 70% off on Kindle!

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000820.000041489.html
- anchor: #n1373125
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社日本文芸社、Amazon、新潮社

Facts:
- 70% off
- Thursday, July 9, 2026–Thursday, July 23, 2026
- Over 500,000 copies sold

## Average nationwide prices for all 3 types of income-generating properties hit their second-highest levels since the survey began: “Income-Generating Property Market Trends Monthly Report,” June 2026

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000885.000033058.html
- anchor: #n1373124
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社LIFULL、健美家株式会社、LIFULL HOME'S 不動産投資、健美家

Facts:
- Condominiums (individual units) (¥27.90 million)
- Apartment buildings (¥91.16 million)
- Condominium buildings (¥206.32 million)
- Condominiums (individual units) (+24.25%)
- Apartment buildings (+16.22%)
- Condominium buildings (+13.39%)
- Condominiums (individual units) (December 2025: ¥28.11 million)
- Apartment buildings (December 2025: ¥92.45 million)
- Condominium buildings (March 2026: ¥208.58 million)

## “Cookie Tin Selection of Classic Picture Books by Cake.jp” to be held for the first time at Mito Station Building Excel Main Building from Friday, July 10!

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000905.000015685.html
- anchor: #n1373123
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Cake.jp、Cake.jp、JR東日本東京駅、グランスタ東京、Universal Studios Licensing LLC、株式会社Suikosha

Facts:
- 11 days
- 2 million members
- More than 1,700 participating stores
- 8,000 types in the lineup
- Price: ¥3,564 (tax included)
- Price: ¥980 (tax included)

## アイシャドウ2025年購買金額No.1※1ブランドのルナソルからアイカラーレーションＮ EC限定色EX16が過去最高の初月売上※2を記録

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000911.000016220.html
- anchor: #n1373122
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カネボウ化粧品、ルナソル、インテージ、楽天市場、ZOZOCOSME

Facts:
- Launched in June 2026
- Price: 7,700 yen (tax included)

## 100% UV protection! A travel bag brand’s easy-to-use travel umbrella for both sun and rain

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000940.000015319.html
- anchor: #n1373121
- Companies mentioned: エース株式会社、PROTECA、東レ

Facts:
- Price including tax: ¥16,500
- Length: 55 cm (rib length)

## Easy to carry, comfortable to wear as a backpack. The “Awai 2WAY Tote,” a backpack tote for work and leisure, debuts from ダブルアンド デイナイト

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000943.000015319.html
- anchor: #n1373120
- Companies mentioned: エース株式会社、ダブルアンド デイナイト

Facts:
- 2WAY Tote, Medium
- 2WAY Tote, Large

## “うんこミュージアム YOKOHAMA BAY” finally opens on Saturday, August 1! Tickets go on sale Thursday, July 9

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000957.000014685.html
- anchor: #n1373119
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カヤック、株式会社たのしいミュージアム、うんこミュージアム

Facts:
- Opening date: Saturday, August 1, 2026
- Ticket sales begin: 11:00 on Thursday, July 9, 2026
- Welcomes visitors from around the world, with more than 2.5 million guests to date

## [マリメッコ] Fall home collection “Kukasta kukkaan” arrives, featuring rich, muted colors and striking prints

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000975.000095084.html
- anchor: #n1373118
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ルック、マリメッコ、Marimekko、アルミ・ラティア

Facts:
- Kukasta kukkaan 4 dl mug ¥6,050
- Kukasta kukkaan 20 cm plate ¥5,610
- Kukasta kukkaan 5 dl bowl ¥5,940
- Pieni Kukasta kukkaan placemat ¥6,930
- Kukasta kukkaan 140 × 140 cm tablecloth ¥31,900
- Kukasta kukkaan 46 cm tray ¥18,700
- Kukasta kukkaan 9 cm plate ¥4,950
- Kukasta kukkaan 15 cm plate ¥8,470
- Sukat makkaralla 2 dl tumbler set ¥12,100
- Sukat makkaralla 1 l pitcher ¥18,700
- Kukasta kukkaan fabric bag ¥10,010
- Pieni Kukasta kukkaan pouch ¥5,500
- Pieni Kukasta kukkaan pouch ¥5,940
- Kukasta kukkaan 50×

## メガネスーパー holds an “Eye Care Experience Seminar on Eye Strain and Presbyopia” for employees of 株式会社文藝春秋

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000993.000002864.html
- anchor: #n1373117
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社インターメスティック、メガネスーパー、株式会社文藝春秋、Zoff

Facts:
- Participants: 30 employees of 株式会社文藝春秋
- Wednesday, June 17, 2026

## Aderans’ cultural and entertainment division handles wig production and hairstyling. Japan premiere of the musical “AGATHA”! Tokyo performances begin Saturday, July 18, followed by performances in Aichi, Osaka and Fukuoka

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001037.000010292.html
- anchor: #n1373116
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アデランス、明治座

Facts:
- Tokyo performance dates: Saturday, July 18–Sunday, August 2, 2026
- 愛知公演：名古屋文理大学文化フォーラム 8月15日（土）・16日（日）
- Osaka performance: Morinomiya Piloti Hall, Aug. 27 (Thu.)–31 (Mon.)
- Fukuoka performance: Canal City Theater, Sept. 4 (Fri.)–6 (Sun.)

## For shopping, picnics, and sporting events! New cool totes in 2 sizes and a cool pouch from the “CLUB LOGOS” series!

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001103.000032114.html
- anchor: #n1373115
- Companies mentioned: ロゴスコーポレーション、LOGOS、CLUB LOGOS

Facts:
- Price: ¥3,480 (tax included)
- Price: ¥3,980 (tax included)
- Price: ¥1,980 (tax included)
- Total weight: 250g
- Total weight: 400g
- Total weight: 150g
- Capacity: approx. 8L
- Capacity: approx. 12L
- Capacity: approx. 3L
- On sale sequentially from June 25, 2026 (Thu.)

## 都会の夜景と提灯が重なる1978年から40年以上続く池袋の夏の風物詩「第47回 サンシャインシティ納涼盆踊り大会」*7月30日（木）～8月1日（土）19:00～21:15*

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001130.000020364.html
- anchor: #n1373114
- Companies mentioned: サンシャインシティ、株式会社サンシャインシティ、まめものとたい焼き、ジェリコ堂、無印良品、茶鍋カフェ・カグラザカ サリョウ、博多もつ鍋やまや、池袋ぱすたかん、ラ・メゾン アンソレイユターブル、築地食堂 源ちゃん、P-144×シトラバ、ハンドメイドガーデンズ、豊島区、豊島区消防団第4分団、参鼓会、東和太鼓、新田太鼓、鼓楽会、豊島区第2地区青少年育成委員会

Facts:
- 第47回 サンシャインシティ納涼盆踊り大会
- Held for 3 days, July 30 (Thu.)–Aug. 1 (Sat.)
- 19:00–21:15 each day
- Around 5,000 people visit over the 3 days each year
- 「飲食/ワークショップコーナー」にはサンシャインシティ内の専門店街アルパ等から10店舗が出店

## New menu items join the “Gochi Sushi” series, where you can casually enjoy exquisite premium toppings. The limited-time “Gourmet Feast Fair Plate” features 5 carefully selected toppings, including house-prepared “Nordic salmon roe” gunkan, sea urchin gunkan, and 2 slices of live-killed red sea bream.

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001161.000018731.html
- anchor: #n1373068
- Companies mentioned: カッパ・クリエイト株式会社、コロワイドグループ、かっぱ寿司

Facts:
- 五 pieces: 710 yen (780 yen including tax)
- 三 pieces: 764 yen (840 yen including tax)
- 三 pieces: 719 yen (790 yen including tax)
- 900 yen (990 yen including tax)

## 《スケッチ環世界》で描いた絵が、世界で一つだけのペーパークラフトに。チームラボプラネッツ（東京・豊洲）の「スケッチファクトリー」に7月10日から登場

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001181.000007339.html
- anchor: #n1373067
- Companies mentioned: チームラボ、チームラボプラネッツ、DMM.com

Facts:
- New paper crafts will be added from July 10 (Fri.)
- 2018.7.07 (Sat) – end of 2027

## Tackle the hot trend “menpa”! New meal kits that eliminate chopping, thinking, and preparation. Oisix’s “Super Easy Kit: 3 Steps,” made to beat scorching heat, goes on sale July 16 (Thu.).

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001208.000008895.html
- anchor: #n1373066
- Companies mentioned: オイシックス株式会社、Oisix、Kit Oisix、らでぃっしゅぼーや、大地を守る会、シダックスフードサービス、とくし丸、Purple Carrot

Facts:
- More than 2,500 menu items created to date
- Cumulative shipments of the series: 2.5億 meals
- The service has 361,000 members
- Price: 1,727 yen (tax included)
- Total sales of “knife-free” recipes are also approximately 3.34 times the previous year’s level

## Launching the “Camera Shoulder Strap Air | Premium Leather Style” series, offering the texture of genuine leather and refined colors

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001258.000016343.html
- anchor: #n1373065
- Companies mentioned: PGYTECH、株式会社セキド、TORAY、DJI、Hasselblad、HOBBYWING

Facts:
- Price: 8,360 yen including tax
- Quick-mount beads support a maximum load capacity of 40kg
- A track record of transactions with more than 45,000 companies and government agencies in Japan

## “Explore the Adventures of Peter Rabbit™! Campaign” marks the author’s １６０th birth anniversary!

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001342.000010686.html
- anchor: #n1373064
- Companies mentioned: 東急株式会社、ソニー・クリエイティブプロダクツ、株式会社東急キッズベースキャンプ、文教堂、有隣堂、リブロ

Facts:
- Beatrix Potter™ will mark her １６０th birth anniversary in ２０２６
- Operating period: Mid-July to early August ２０２６ (planned)
- Campaign period: July ２１ (Tue.)–August ３１ (Mon.), ２０２６
- Period: July ２４ (Fri.)–August １２ (Wed.), ２０２６
- Date and time: September ５ (Sat.), １０：００ and from １１：００
- A giveaway campaign with prizes for １６０ people!
- Receipts totaling at least ３,０００ yen including tax from purchases at participating stores at each facility (receipts cannot be combined)
- Original clear cards will be given to a total of ７,０００ people on a first-come, first-served basis

## NEC launches “NEC 3D Viewer Service” to support infrastructure management by using 3D point cloud data on general-purpose PCs

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001379.000078149.html
- anchor: #n1373063
- Companies mentioned: NEC、日本電気株式会社

Facts:
- Even large-scale 3D point cloud data equivalent to 200GB can be navigated smoothly without splitting it
- Visualization of 4 sq. km of 3D point cloud data (approx. 225GB)

## NEC launches “NEC Sustainability Intelligence for TNFD,” a cloud service supporting advanced TNFD compliance and strategy development

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001393.000078149.html
- anchor: #n1373062
- Companies mentioned: NEC、TNFD

Facts:
- The 4 pillars of the TNFD recommendations
- The 4 pillars and 14 items of the TNFD recommendations

## “Tokyo Metro Summer Credit Card Ride Cashback Campaign” to promote cashless payments during summer vacation!

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001421.000011361.html
- anchor: #n1373061
- Companies mentioned: 東京地下鉄株式会社、三井住友カード株式会社、株式会社ジェーシービー、Visa、JCB

Facts:
- 30% cashback
- Up to 600 yen
- 20 times the usual rate
- Starting Thursday, July 16, 2026
- Friday, July 31

## 【猛暑のオアシス】しまじろうと涼しく遊んで学ぼう！カラオケ コート・ダジュールとコラボレーション開催

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001471.000000120.html
- anchor: #n1373060
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ベネッセコーポレーション、こどもちゃれんじ、しまじろう、株式会社快活フロンティア、カラオケ コート・ダジュール

Facts:
- Starting July 17, 2026 (Fri.)
- Through Thursday, October 15
- For ages 0 to 12
- 82 stores
- A milestone year marking the 30th anniversary

## First win by a Japanese dairy manufacturer in the Social Empowerment Category of the “Asia Responsible Enterprise Awards 2026”

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001486.000021580.html
- anchor: #n1373059
- Companies mentioned: 森永乳業、森永乳業グループ、Enterprise Asia、Le May Production, Trading and Service Company Limited、Elovi Vietnam Joint Stock Company、Morinaga Le May Vietnam Joint Stock Company、Morinaga Nutritional Foods Vietnam Joint Stock Company

Facts:
- Around 350 entries across all categories
- More than 900 children
- More than 130 teachers, health workers and cooking staff
- More than 800 parents and guardians
- Overseas sales ratio of at least 15%
- 300 million people

## July 10 is Natto Day: Takano Foods joins the project! An interview with Mr. Yokota of Takano Foods’ Sales Promotion Division about “Sugoi Natto S-903,” which marks its 10th anniversary next year

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001487.000021580.html
- anchor: #n1373058
- Companies mentioned: 森永乳業、タカノフーズ株式会社

Facts:
- More than 2,200 varieties of natto bacteria held by Takano Foods

## 20周年を迎える「やよい軒」夏帆さん出演 新TVCM「～だし香る～牛肉豆腐定食」篇メイキングムービー公開！

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001541.000054093.html
- anchor: #n1373057
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プレナス、やよい軒、X、Instagram、LINE、Uber Eats

Facts:
- 全国の「やよい軒」376店舗(2026年6月末現在)
- Dashi-Scented Beef and Tofu Set Meal: 990 yen
- Dashi-Scented Beef and Tofu Set Meal [with small fried chicken side dish]: ¥1,250
- Dashi-Scented Beef and Tofu with Domestic Japanese Yam Set Meal: 1,070 yen
- Dashi-Scented Beef and Tofu Set Meal with Domestic Japanese Yam [with small fried chicken side dish]: ¥1,330
- The 20th anniversary coming up in July 2026
- Broadcast begins July 10 (Fri.)
- 2026.7.7 (Tue.)

## 「ほっともっと」夏のバラエティBOXが登場！『Wチキン＆ポテトBOX』『トリプルチキンBOX』新発売

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001543.000054093.html
- anchor: #n1373056
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プレナス、ほっともっと

Facts:
- 2,421 stores
- 1,440 yen

## Plenus rice culture program: “Learn about rice with your child this summer vacation! Rice lesson and tasting event”

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001547.000054093.html
- anchor: #n1373055
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プレナス、日本炊飯協会、農林水産省、東京農業大学、慶應義塾大学

Facts:
- As of the end of June 2026, we operate 2,820 locations in Japan
- A mural approximately 8m high
- 15 pairs, 30 people per session

## Trustbank to set up a dedicated booth at the Hong Kong Book Fair for the first time, sharing the appeal of local regions with Hong Kong residents and exploring opportunities to develop overseas sales channels and attract visitors to Japan

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001589.000026811.html
- anchor: #n1373054
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社トラストバンク、香港貿易発展局（HKTDC）

Facts:
- More than 980,000 gifts are available
- July 15 (Wed.) through 21 (Tue.), 2026

## Korean-Japanese jointly developed cosmetics brand ByUR celebrates 300 cumulative awards! Pore-care makeup bases and skincare products receive numerous best-cosmetics awards

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001659.000009971.html
- anchor: #n1373053
- Companies mentioned: Hamee株式会社、ByUR、美的、VOCE、@cosme、楽天、MAQUIA、Pixio、Parallel Plastics

Facts:
- 300 cumulative awards across the brand and its series

## Realize English Grammar MASTERY [Basic to Required Level] (written by Teruyoshi Komahashi) goes on sale July 9, 2026

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001797.000000888.html
- anchor: #n1373052
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アルク、駿台国際教育センター、東進東大特進コース、アルク、駿台文庫

Facts:
- 【Price】1,980 yen (tax included)
- [Size] A5 format, 384 pages

## Following “MegRhythm Steam Eye Mask,” “Steam-Warming Neck Sheet Good Night” has received gold certification under the Sleep Support Certification System

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001858.000009276.html
- anchor: #n1373051
- Companies mentioned: 花王株式会社、一般社団法人睡眠ヘルスケア協議会

Facts:
- Approx. 40°C
- Continues for about 30 minutes
- Approximately 113%
- Continues for about 20 minutes
- Approximately 1.5 times
- 80％
- n=1,968 people

## ‘Kappa Ebisen French Salad Flavor’ marks its 40th anniversary with a refresh! Its tangy flavor has been enhanced for a refreshing taste perfect for summer. Available for a limited time nationwide, first at convenience stores, starting July 20, 2026 (Mon.)

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001882.000030525.html
- anchor: #n1373050
- Companies mentioned: カルビー株式会社、TOKYO FM

Facts:
- 40th anniversary of its launch
- Net weight: 64g
- Suggested price: around ¥170, tax included
- 810 winners selected by lottery

## アグレックス launches a service to support in-house development of business applications using “Accel‑Mart Quick”

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001947.000011650.html
- anchor: #n1373049
- Companies mentioned: アグレックス、NTTデータ イントラマート、セラクCCC、TISインテックグループ、IBM

Facts:
- From ¥2.8 million (before tax)
- Cumulative sales of ¥100 million for the “In-house Front-End Development Support Service for IBM i”
- Achieve self-sufficiency in as little as 3 months

## Experience firefighting on land and in the air up close through hometown tax donations!

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001960.000013670.html
- anchor: #n1373048
- Companies mentioned: 横浜市、横浜市消防局

Facts:
- 25,000 yen or more
- ¥75,000 or more

## [A popular annual event! Experience Okinawa’s seas in Yokohama] The “Tsurumi Churaumi Summer School 2026” will be held on Aug. 8 (Sat.) and 9 (Sun.), 2026!

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001961.000013670.html
- anchor: #n1373047
- Companies mentioned: 横浜市、沖縄美ら海水族館

Facts:
- Aug. 8, 2026 (Sat.), 10:00–17:00
- Aug. 9, 2026 (Sun.), 10:00–17:00
- This year marks the first summer event in 2 years
- Aim for 530g
- １回500円（税込）

## [PICAさがみ湖] Open July 18 (Sat.): “Zekkei Terrace PAW!!,” a trailer cottage with a private dog run where you can stay with your dog

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002015.000001110.html
- anchor: #n1373046
- Companies mentioned: 富士急グループ、相模湖リゾート株式会社、PICAさがみ湖、さがみ湖MORI MORI

Facts:
- 1泊1名 13,700円～21,300円
- 4 cottages
- Capacity: 4 people (2 dogs)
- Indoors: approx. 17 square meters
- Outdoors: deck approx. 27 square meters
- Private dog run: approx. 60 square meters
- Approx. 350m above sea level
- Altitude: 370 m
- 100m long

## 【大丸札幌店】35周年を迎える「東京ばな奈」がポップアップストアをOPEN！史上初“ダブルバナナ味”に、新キャラクター「ばにゃ奈」のクッキーサンドが北海道初上陸

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002061.000025606.html
- anchor: #n1373045
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社グレープストーン、東京ばな奈、大丸札幌店

Facts:
- Cumulative sales have topped 2 billion units (※1)
- More than 187 varieties of products have been created to date
- 4-piece box: ¥756 (base price ¥700)
- 8-piece box ¥1,404 (base price ¥1,300)
- 12-piece box: ¥2,095 (base price ¥1,940)
- 5-piece box: ¥999 (base price ¥925)
- 10-piece box: ¥1,922 (base price ¥1,780)
- 8-piece box: ¥1,393 (base price ¥1,290)
- 6-piece box: ¥842 (base price ¥780)

## トランスコスモス、学校における働き方改革への取り組みとして2年連続、文部科学省「学校における保護者等への対応の高度化事業」に採択

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002115.000000183.html
- anchor: #n1373044
- Companies mentioned: トランスコスモス、文部科学省、静岡県裾野市教育委員会、静岡県駿東郡小山町教育委員会

Facts:
- 36 countries and regions worldwide
- 187 locations
- 46 countries and regions worldwide

## The youth BL novel imprint “BeLuck文庫” launches the “New Sensation BL Novel Award”! The grand prize winner is guaranteed a book deal and ¥300,000 in prize money

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002205.000000607.html
- anchor: #n1373043
- Companies mentioned: スターツ出版株式会社、未来屋書店、BeLuck文庫

Facts:
- Prize money of 300,000 yen
- More than 180,000 TikTok followers
- Prize money of 100,000 yen
- Digital gift card worth ¥3,000

## Entries now open for the Elementary School Students’ Disaster Prevention Exploration Team Map Contest

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002237.000009214.html
- anchor: #n1373042
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社朝日新聞社、一般社団法人日本損害保険協会、日本災害救援ボランティアネットワーク

Facts:
- The deadline is Nov. 20 (entries must arrive by this date).
- [Judging results] Scheduled to be announced on the Japan General Insurance Association website in January 2027

## Beat the “sweltering heat” and “extreme heat” deliciously! Cool down, replenish salt and prevent heatstroke! FamilyMart-exclusive frozen treat “SakuRE Salty Lychee” and “SakuRE Gummy Lemon & Salty Lychee,” featuring 2 flavors, go on sale in limited quantities July 14 (Tue.)

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002395.000046210.html
- anchor: #n1373041
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファミリーマート

Facts:
- Approximately 16,400 FamilyMart stores nationwide
- The ice cream will be available at approximately 16,100 stores, excluding those in Okinawa Prefecture
- “SakuRE Salty Lychee”: ¥170
- (¥183 including tax)
- “SakuRE Gummy Lemon & Salty Lychee”: ¥208
- (¥224 including tax)

## [リーガロイヤルホテル小倉] Create special summer vacation memories with the family: make your “French restaurant debut” on the 28th floor

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002410.000016682.html
- anchor: #n1373040
- Companies mentioned: リーガロイヤルホテル小倉、株式会社ロイヤルホテル

Facts:
- お1人様 7,500円
- Kids’ plate (¥3,000)
- 10 groups, 30 people per day

## The 78th Emmy Awards ceremony and red carpet, taking place Sept. 15 (Tue.), to be streamed live exclusively on U-NEXT simultaneously with the U.S.

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002842.000031998.html
- anchor: #n1373039
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 U-NEXT、USEN＆U-NEXT GROUP、株式会社U-NEXT HOLDINGS、GEM Partners、TBS、テレビ東京、米国テレビ芸術科学アカデミー

Facts:
- Enjoy more than 480,000 titles including movies, dramas, and anime
- More than 1.33 million manga and books are also available.
- The 78th Emmy Awards for 2026
- Scheduled to be held on Sept. 15 (Tue.) Japan time
- Scheduled to begin at 9:00 on Sept. 15, 2026 (Tue.)

## [Survey on attitudes toward clear files] Nearly 50% say receiving one “leaves a good impression and raises their favorability”! While their effectiveness as promotional gifts is evident, users want “durability” and “affordability”

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003007.000044800.html
- anchor: #n1373038
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NEXER Group、印刷屋さんドットコム、株式会社マツイ印刷

Facts:
- 59.0% said they use clear files
- 60.4% use them for “organizing and storing documents at home in everyday life”
- 33.9% said “size and shape” are the most important factors in their choice
- 49.0% have a “positive impression” of companies’ custom clear files
- 26.0% are dissatisfied that clear files “get damaged or bent easily”
- 46.9% want their ideal clear file to be made of “durable, long-lasting material”

## [Bookstore-exclusive bonus revealed!] Original recipe cards will be distributed for the latest novel by 瀬尾まいこ, “Hajimari no Soup, Natsu Jelly,” on sale July 29!

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003104.000047877.html
- anchor: #n1373037
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社新潮社、瀬尾まいこ

Facts:
- July 29, 2026

## A collaboration item celebrating the 20th anniversary of “Jagabee” × “LEPSIM”! A total of 12 limited-edition styles themed around summer vacation will go on sale

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003177.000001304.html
- anchor: #n1373036
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アダストリア、カルビー株式会社、LEPSIM、Jagabee、株式会社アンドエスティHD

Facts:
- A collaboration celebrating the 20th anniversary
- On sale starting July 16, 2026 (Thu.)
- Price: 3,990 yen (tax included)
- Price: ¥1,650 (tax included)
- Price: 2,200 yen (tax included)
- Price: 4,990 yen (tax included)
- Price: 2,750 yen (tax included)
- Price: 1,320 yen (tax included)
- Price: ¥4,400 (tax included)
- Price: 1,100 yen (tax included)

## Opening July 23! Summer returns to Sapporo’s Odori Park! “THE Sapporo Beer Garden” at Odori Park, Block 8

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003239.000012361.html
- anchor: #n1373035
- Companies mentioned: サッポロビール、株式会社サッポロライオン、株式会社北海道サッポロライオン、北海道大学、坂栄養食品株式会社、株式会社ノベルズ食品、森農園、服部醸造株式会社

Facts:
- Sapporo Classic 2.7-liter tower server
- Sapporo Classic 10-liter server
- Sapporo Classic FRONTIER MEMORIAL, 500ml mug: ¥1,000
- Sapporo Classic 2.7-liter tower server: ¥4,300
- Sapporo Classic 10-liter server: ¥15,000
- Capacity: approx. 2,220 seats

## [2026 Survey] Why do care workers quit? The real reasons they leave despite finding their work rewarding, and what makes facilities that retain staff｜介護マーケティング研究所 by 介護ポストセブン

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003767.000013640.html
- anchor: #n1373034
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社小学館、介護マーケティング研究所 by 介護ポストセブン、厚生労働省、介護ポストセブン

Facts:
- Approximately 2.4 million in fiscal 2026
- Approximately 2.72 million in fiscal 2040
- 662 people with experience working at nursing care facilities
- Number of valid respondents: 4,629
- 64％が直近1年以内に転職を意識したことがある
- Mental burden (40%)
- Physical burden (37%)
- Salary (32%)
- Relationships (22%)
- Staff shortages (21%)
- 87% of staff feel there is a staff shortage
- 66% of non-care staff (n=3,967)
- 71% feel their workload is heavy
- Non-care staff (61%)

## Dive into a dazzling nightscape for an extraordinary summer night. The night pool opens from 7/10 (Fri.)!

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003784.000014571.html
- anchor: #n1373033
- Companies mentioned: ホテルニューオータニ、ウェザーニュース

## The 3rd installment of クラブクアトロ's message ad series, “QUATTRO LETTERS,” features Mei Semones.

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003965.000003639.html
- anchor: #n1373032
- Companies mentioned: クラブクアトロ、株式会社パルコ、NEW Creators Club、Raavi、JAGDA

Facts:
- ＜Run period＞July 9, 2026 (Thu.)–late December 2026
- Inside 15 PARCO stores nationwide
- Received the JAGDA Newcomer Award 2024
- Started playing piano at age 4
- Switched to electric guitar at age 11
- Moved to New York in 2022
- Released the EP “Kabutomushi” in spring 2024
- Released debut album “Animaru” in May 2025
- Led her own band in January 2026
- Held her first Japan tour, visiting 6 cities nationwide

## 札幌PARCO to hold “SUMMER FES”; summer fun, from popular character events to a beer garden, all in one place

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003966.000003639.html
- anchor: #n1373031
- Companies mentioned: 札幌PARCO、ちいかわ、パルコ、忍たま乱太郎、チャイロイコグマ、リラックマ、ミルキー☆サブウェイ、BONUS TRACK、ugo、MY ONLY FRAGRANCE

Facts:
- For customers who spend at least 5,500 yen, including tax
- Admission: 1,500 yen (tax included)
- Total views: 11 million

## SHIBUYA PARCO 2026 A/W NEW LOOK

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003968.000003639.html
- anchor: #n1373030
- Companies mentioned: SHIBUYA PARCO、JIL SANDER、OUR LEGACY、WIRED、HATRA、adidas、UNITED ARROWS ＆ SONS、Atelier de Lumen、yushokobayashi、kotohayokozawa、GINZA、MM6 Maison Margiela、TOGA、STUDIO NICHOLSON、CAMPER、A.P.C.、HIGASHI、TANAKA、LOEWE、MARNI、Lucick、NONLECTURE books/arts、Goldwin、Bar Straw、kiki natural icecream、kibn

Facts:
- Receive a Shibuya PARCO shopping voucher worth 1,000 yen for every 10,000 yen spent, including tax
- Limited to the first 500 customers
- Get up to 10% back on purchases of up to 50,000 yen

## A summer vacation project for young researchers: Join a family event at SHIBUYA STREAM HOTEL featuring an art experience making paint from stones and a “Planet Cake” decorating activity with the hotel pastry chef!

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004193.000005113.html
- anchor: #n1373029
- Companies mentioned: SHIBUYA STREAM HOTEL、コスモプラネタリウム渋谷、株式会社東急コミュニティー

Facts:
- 6,000 yen for 1 group of 2 people
- Limited to 10 groups, 20 people

## 【ホテル日航関西空港】土用の丑の日にあわせ『花ざとの鰻御膳』を20食限定で7月24日（金）～26日（日）に提供

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004299.000002213.html
- anchor: #n1373028
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オークラ ニッコー ホテルマネジメント、ホテル日航関西空港、れいわ水産、One Harmony

Facts:
- Limited to 20 meals
- 8,000 yen
- 7,200 yen

## 4K対応、複数のHDMI機器を1台のディスプレイで切り替えて使えるHDMI切替器を発売

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006048.000011495.html
- anchor: #n1373027
- Companies mentioned: サンワサプライ株式会社

Facts:
- List price: 5,280 yen (4,800 yen before tax)–7,480 yen (6,800 yen before tax)

## Take your work to the next level! “Google Apps Script & AI Business Automation Programming” released; a July new release in the Technology Spring series

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000007495.000005875.html
- anchor: #n1373026
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社インプレス、インプレス NextPublishing、インプレスR&D、株式会社インプレスホールディングス、インプレスグループ、NextPublishing

Facts:
- E-book edition: 1,800 yen (before tax)
- Printed edition: 2000 yen (excluding tax)
- 96 pages
- Series cumulative total tops 80 million copies

## 【Fujisawa City】Book exchange event “Machi-Oya Library” for books no longer read at home to be held on 7/23 (Thu.)

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009150.000002535.html
- anchor: #n1373025
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社学研ホールディングス、株式会社学研ココファン、パナソニックグループ

Facts:
- July 23, 2026 (Thu.), 15:00–17:30
- The event is being held for the 6th time
- Revenue: ¥199.1 billion
- Consolidated subsidiaries: 82

## Summer means ghost stories! The latest in the “scary” interactive book series, which has sold a total of 140,000 copies, is here: “Hakken Zukan Plus: Urban Legends and Ghosts.” Lift the flaps for a shiver—and beat the heat!

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009174.000002535.html
- anchor: #n1373024
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 学研ホールディングス、株式会社 Gakken、京田クリエーション、にぎやカラフル

Facts:
- Total copies published topped 140,000
- 108 urban legends and ghosts
- 13 ghost stories
- List price: 2,530 yen (tax included)
- Capital: 50 million yen
- Revenue: ¥199.1 billion
- Consolidated subsidiaries: 82

## 【Perfect for summer vacation】Gakken unveils a new kind of puzzle with “see-through stickers” that change color! “Clear Sticker Puzzle” captivates everyone from age 4 to adults

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009177.000002535.html
- anchor: #n1373023
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 学研ホールディングス、株式会社 Gakken

Facts:
- List price: 1,760 yen (tax included)
- “Get Smarter! Clear Sticker Puzzle: See Through, Layer, and Change Colors!” was released on July 9, 2026.
- 858 see-through stickers for plenty of fun!
- Includes 11 colorful designs

## 学研グループ completely revamps its new graduate recruitment website

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009179.000002535.html
- anchor: #n1373022
- Companies mentioned: 学研グループ、株式会社学研ホールディングス、株式会社地球の歩き方

Facts:
- Founded in 1946
- In more than 150 countries worldwide
- Sales of 199.1 billion yen for the fiscal year ended September 2025
- 82 consolidated subsidiaries

## キッズネット and 日本公認会計士協会 join forces to release 3 fun independent study resources about accounting

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009191.000002535.html
- anchor: #n1373021
- 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、日本公認会計士協会、キッズネット

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

## Planned global shipments of the first booster pack for the “Palworld Official Card Game” top 3.5 million packs!

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009608.000014827.html
- anchor: #n1373020
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ブシロード、株式会社ポケットペア

Facts:
- Planned global shipments top 3.5 million packs
- Featuring more than 50 types of Pal cards, all with newly drawn illustrations
- 1 pack contains 7 cards; suggested retail price: ¥440 (tax included)
- 1 box contains 12 packs; suggested retail price: ¥5,280 (tax included)
- 1 carton contains 12 boxes; suggested retail price: ¥63,360 (tax included)

## First-ever manga submission event at “Anime Expo” in the United States! Editors provide in-person feedback and advice, with many overseas creators seeking a debut in Japan taking part

- Published: 2026-07-09T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000019721.000007006.html
- anchor: #n1373019
- Companies mentioned: KADOKAWA、Anime Expo、KADOKAWA WORLD MANGA ATELIER、Online Portfolio Review MOCHIKOMI

Facts:
- July 2 (Thu.)–July 5 (Sun.), 2026
- About 90% said they aim to make their commercial debut or publish a serial work in Japan