# AI News 180m Report｜2026-07-18 00:00–03:00 JST｜Page 4 of 9

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 801 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 51 items from 4 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Regarding operation of the “JR Oito Line supplemental bus service”

- Published: 2026-07-17T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002128.000095753.html
- anchor: #n1579413
- Companies mentioned: 大糸線活性化協議会、西日本旅客鉄道株式会社

Facts:
- A total of 183 days
- 6 services per day
- 3 round trips per day

## JR西日本 × 萩市 × TV anime “Gintama” collaboration 【Gintama Calendar】—It’s good to look back on the past once in a while—Now underway!!

- Published: 2026-07-17T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002129.000095753.html
- anchor: #n1579412
- Companies mentioned: JR西日本、萩市、はぎビズ、株式会社ルフェイス、集英社、テレ東

Facts:
- ■ Period: Thursday, October 1 to Thursday, December 31, 2026
- The comic series has sold 73 million copies worldwide (including digital editions)

## Mynavi wins contract for Osaka Prefecture's new “Industry-Academia-Government Collaborative Education Model Project”

- Published: 2026-07-17T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002463.000002955.html
- anchor: #n1579411
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マイナビ、株式会社デジタル・ナレッジ、株式会社ファイアープレイス、大阪府教育庁、大阪・関西万博

Facts:
- Around 70 high school students attending prefectural schools
- They will conduct inquiry-based activities for 3 years starting this fiscal year
- They will spend around 8 months working to solve social issues and create new value

## 【阪急うめだ本店】スザンヌ来店イベントも！夏に親子でお揃いコーデが叶う「どこかに模様を」がコンセプトの「moyan ecri」POP UP STOREを開催

- Published: 2026-07-17T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003159.000014431.html
- anchor: #n1579410
- Companies mentioned: 阪急うめだ本店、moyan ecri、style reborn、スザンヌ

Facts:
- From July 22 (Wednesday) through 28 (Tuesday)
- Date and time: Saturday, July 25, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Participation fee: 3,300 yen
- Capacity: 7 people
- AFRICA CAMISOLE DRESS, ¥23,980 each
- AFRICA bustier-look T-shirt, ¥9,691
- Africa collarless half sleeve shirt, ¥14,300
- multiway lace bustier & short pants, ¥17,050
- SOUP back-patch embroidered T-shirt (M・L), ¥8,250 each
- Africa over shirt, ¥18,920 each; Africa easy tuck pants, ¥18,920 each
- KIDS AFRICA FRILL SLEEVE DRESS, 13,970 yen each
- KIDS AFRICA HALF SLEEVE SHIRTS, 11,000 yen

## 【阪急うめだ本店】自分を思いっきり甘やかす夏の楽しみ方を提案「THE GUILTY」始動。第一弾はご褒美感たっぷりのギルティアイスが登場！

- Published: 2026-07-17T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003167.000014431.html
- anchor: #n1579409
- Companies mentioned: 阪急うめだ本店、ジュリアンアイスクリーム、ラヴニュー ビス、キキナチュラルアイスクリーム、コント、カカオハンターズ、うざみちゃん、かめうさぎ、宮崎氷果店、BUTTER MUSEUM OSAKA、Emil Flower、SOYU HI MOARU

Facts:
- Bambaroni (1 piece), 501 yen
- Price: 550 yen (with bonus)
- Kyoto “かめうさぎ” Extra-Rich Banryoku Gelato, Milk, double size, 990 yen
- With more than 700,000 followers across social media! Popular creator うざみちゃん reports on a taste test!

## 【阪急メンズ】ウルトラマンシリーズ60周年！「阪急メンズ＆ウルトラマンシリーズ コラボレーションキャンペーン」を開催

- Published: 2026-07-17T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003175.000014431.html
- anchor: #n1579408
- Companies mentioned: 阪急メンズ、円谷プロ、TSUBURAYA CREATIVE JAM、MONSTROUSA、KAIJU LEATHER WORKS、hide k 1896、グレイブボールト、1/1000（センブンノイチ）、メトロポリタンクロスボトル

Facts:
- Ultraman Series 60th Anniversary
- Wednesday, July 22, 2026
- Tuesday, August 4
- Wednesday, August 5
- Boxer briefs, sizes M/L, 5,940 yen
- Size XL, 6,380 yen
- Socks, 1,650 yen
- Eyewear cloth, 4,290 yen

## “CAPCOM SUMMER SALE” launches! Deals on popular titles are now available at the PlayStation(TM) Store, XBOX Store and Epic Games Store!

- Published: 2026-07-17T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005906.000013450.html
- anchor: #n1579407
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カプコン、PlayStation、XBOX、Epic Games

Facts:
- Sale price [20% OFF!!]: 7,192 yen (tax included)
- Sale price [67% OFF!!]: 3,296 yen (tax included)
- Sale price [75% OFF!!]: 1,997 yen (tax included)
- Sale price [84% OFF!!]: ¥958 (tax included)
- Sale price [40% OFF!!]: ¥2,994 (tax included)
- Sale price [55% OFF!!]: 3,145 yen (tax included)
- Sale price [75% OFF!!]: 1,247 yen (tax included)
- Sale price [70% OFF!!]: 1,797 yen (tax included)
- Sale price [75% OFF!!]: 997 yen (tax included)
- Sale price [80% OFF!!]: ¥1,198 (tax included)
- Sale price [58% OFF!!]: 3,775 yen (tax included)
- Sale price [86% OFF!!]: ¥390 (tax included)

## Enjoy crafts, harvesting and gourmet food amid Myoko’s great outdoors at “ハートランド妙高 Summer Vacation Fair 2026,” taking place Aug. 8 (Sat.) and 9 (Sun.)

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:58:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000546.000090796.html
- anchor: #n1579524
- Companies mentioned: 公益社団法人 新潟県観光協会、（一社）妙高市グリーン・ツーリズム推進協議会、ハートランド妙高、新洋軒

Facts:
- August 8 (Sat.) and 9 (Sun.), 2026
- More than 26 types of programs
- 10:00〜15:00

## 東京・南千住のかご専門店「市川籠店」、奈良で初の出張販売会を開催

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:53:16+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000175443.html
- anchor: #n1579525
- Companies mentioned: 市川籠店、合同会社市川商店、1basketry、OKUNO

Facts:
- 2026年9月19日（土）から9月23日（水・祝）までの5日間
- About 56,000 followers

## Press announcement: “Tohoku Cybersecurity Symposium 2026” to be held in Sendai

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:52:47+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000025.000178657.html
- anchor: #n1579526
- Companies mentioned: 独立行政法人情報処理推進機構、東北大学、内閣官房、経済産業省

Facts:
- A 2-day event from Nov. 25 to Nov. 26, 2026
- Number of participants: 300 (planned)
- Number of exhibitors (sponsors): about 20 (planned)

## [そごう千葉店] Sunday’s Day of the Ox in midsummer: spending on rewards and finding the right balance

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:51:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002449.000031382.html
- anchor: #n1579527
- Companies mentioned: そごう千葉店、菊屋、戸村川魚店、日本橋 伊勢定、山金、吉川水産、イーション、まつおか、柿安ダイニング、株式会社そごう・西武

Facts:
- Domestic 2-tier bento box (1 box), 7,400 yen
- Bento with 1 whole domestic eel (1 box), 4,950 yen
- Eel bento with rolled eel omelet (1 box), 2,900 yen
- Eel bento (Pine), 3,981 yen
- Grilled eel (large) (1 piece), 4,320 yen
- Eel rice box (Bamboo), 3,850 yen
- Eel rice box (Sakura), 6,820 yen
- Grilled eel set, 7,590 yen
- Whole grilled eel (large), 2,500 yen
- Whole grilled eel (large), 3,877 yen
- Eel hitsumabushi DISH made with eel from Isshiki, Mikawa, Aichi Prefecture (1 box), 1,190 yen
- Luxurious eel and Matsusaka beef rice box (1 box), 2,376 yen
- Japanese black wagyu beef rice and eel bento (1 box), 1,512 yen

## Achieving “visible orthodontics” with フェイススキャン, iTero and 3D CT. Kawasoko Dental and Orthodontic Clinic is rolling out comprehensive 3D digital diagnostics

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:49:15+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000155293.html
- anchor: #n1579528
- Companies mentioned: 医療法人社団河底歯科・矯正歯科、iTero、フェイススキャン、3D CT、コーンビームCT、Clincheck

Facts:
- Partial orthodontic treatment, 275,000 yen
- Adult wire braces, 770,000 yen
- Adult clear aligner treatment, 880,000 yen
- Pediatric orthodontics (Phase 1), 330,000 yen each
- Treatment takes about 1–3 years in general, though the duration varies depending on symptoms and treatment method

## Notice regarding completion of payment for the disposal of treasury shares as restricted stock compensation

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:48:56+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008853.000001355.html
- anchor: #n1579529
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社WOWOW

Facts:
- The Board of Directors meeting held on June 18, 2026

## Running again this year! Kumibiki BLUE Highball Train × Hyuga Hyottoko Summer Festival Tour (reservation deadline: July 26)

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:48:52+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001287.000037933.html
- anchor: #n1579530
- Companies mentioned: 九州旅客鉄道株式会社、雲海酒造株式会社、株式会社JTB

Facts:
- Minimum number of participants: 50
- Tour price: 8,000 yen per adult (age 20 or older), same fare for departures from all stations

## Notice regarding the start of commercial broadcasts on Mezamashi TV

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:46:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000179167.html
- anchor: #n1579531
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Green Battery、福島テレビ

Facts:
- Broadcast time: 6:10–7:00
- Broadcast start date: July 15, 2026
- Broadcast period: 2 cours

## Made for summer and long aging! Limited-edition return of the “Dark Lover” craft beer series for fans of dark lagers! From Shimanami Brewery, a craft beer company in Onomichi, Hiroshima, starting July 17

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:43:57+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000039.000118845.html
- anchor: #n1579532
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社しまなみブルワリー、萌木の村株式会社、英国パラグラフ・パブリッシング社、公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会

Facts:
- Alcohol: 6.0%
- Volume: 370 ml
- Best before: 6 months

## [First release] The structural gaps in evaluation criteria that must be addressed before introducing AI evaluation

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000179025.html
- anchor: #n1579534
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人CSスペシャリスト検定協会、株式会社K＆Iパートナーズ、ANAテレマート株式会社

Facts:
- Date: Aug. 5, 2026 (Wed.)
- Time: 15:00–16:00, 60 minutes

## Long lines at the Iwatsuki Morning Glory Market! All 175 buyer bonus prizes claimed in about 1 hour | An experiential gacha initiative leveraging local appeal

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000070.000166888.html
- anchor: #n1579533
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ゼロプレイス、さいたま市

Facts:
- 175 prizes
- About 1 hour after launch

## Notice regarding membership in 一般社団法人蓄電池事業者協議会（BBA）

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:39:40+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000179167.html
- anchor: #n1579535
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人蓄電池事業者協議会（BBA）、株式会社Green Battery

## [靴のヒラキ] Cool to the touch as soon as you put them on! New summer-heat essential “COOL Limit® Cool Sneakers” launches July 15

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:38:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000048.000028560.html
- anchor: #n1579536
- Companies mentioned: ヒラキ株式会社、ボーケン品質評価機構、大阪生活用品試験センター

Facts:
- Knit upper material (q-max 0.346)
- Insole (q-max 0.316)
- Price: 2,380 yen (2,618 yen including tax)
- Price: 2,900 yen (3,190 yen including tax)
- Sole height: approx. 3.0 cm
- Approx. 155 g per shoe in size 22.0
- Approx. 190 g per shoe in size 23.5
- Approx. 230 g per shoe in size 26.0

## Taste the bounty of Tottori with summer-only chilled sweets. “三朝薬師の湯 万翆楼” in Misasa Onsen to begin selling 4 types of local shaved ice on July 20.

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:36:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000032.000061549.html
- anchor: #n1579537
- Companies mentioned: アンドリゾート株式会社、三朝薬師の湯 万翆楼

Facts:
- 4 types of “local shaved ice”
- Available starting July 20, 2026 (Mon.)
- Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026
- Pear shaved ice, 800 yen (tax included)
- Milk shaved ice, 800 yen (tax included)
- Watermelon shaved ice, 800 yen (tax included)
- Strawberry shaved ice, 500 yen (tax included)

## Notice regarding completion of registration as a power generation business operator

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:36:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000179167.html
- anchor: #n1579538
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Green Battery

Facts:
- Registration number: 1427
- TEL: 03-6809-3888

## Cheese in the spotlight this fall [ザ・キタノホテル東京] Kitano Finds Japan: Discovering the Richness of Fermentation, Part 3

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:35:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000027.000108541.html
- anchor: #n1579539
- Companies mentioned: ザ・キタノホテル東京、Le Comptoir、ルレ・エ・シャトー

Facts:
- Held in 2026 under the theme of fermentation
- The 3rd edition takes cheese as its motif
- Limited course menu: 25,000 yen per person, with sake pairing
- Cheese, which has evolved over time and is now said to come in 2,000 varieties worldwide

## Pancake cafe Butter launches a summer-perfect “Peach Galore Chilled Soufflé Pancake”!

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:34:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002596.000011498.html
- anchor: #n1579540
- Companies mentioned: Butter、株式会社ベイクルーズ、横浜ベイクォーター、株式会社LADUREE JAPON、株式会社WILL WORKS、株式会社ル・プチメック、J.S. PANCAKE CAFE、J.S. BURGERS CAFE、J.S. FOODIES、LUKE’S LOBSTER、RITUEL、BOUL’ANGE、FLIPPER’S、CITYSHOP、しゃぶしゃぶ 山笑ふ、Roasted COFFEE LABORATORY、eggslut、咖喱屋ボングー、RITUEL CAFÉ、おむすび ごっつ食べなはれ、お弁当 ごっつ食べなはれ、やきにく山笑ふ、BAYCREW'S FOOD MARCHE、THE STAND fool so good(s)、J.S.BURGERS Jr.、Journal Standard DINING

Facts:
- “Peach Galore Chilled Soufflé Pancake”: 2,200 yen (2,420 yen including tax)
- “Chilled Soufflé Pancake with Peach Cream”: 1,400 yen (1,540 yen including tax)

## [Pilates instructors wanted] Miarce, a bodywork and machine Pilates studio, begins hiring as it expands its business

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:33:13+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000161752.html
- anchor: #n1579542
- Companies mentioned: CHART株式会社、Miarce

Facts:
- Operates 22 personal training gyms under the name CHART
- Operates 3 bodywork and machine Pilates studios under the name Miarce

## Additional players and team assignments announced for “FUKUOKA OH SADAHARU LEGACY PROJECT SPECIAL MATCH Supported by 昭和建設”!

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:30:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000556.000012156.html
- anchor: #n1579543
- Companies mentioned: 福岡ソフトバンクホークス株式会社、昭和建設

Facts:
- To be held on Nov. 23, 2026 (Monday, national holiday)
- 8 former players, including Dennis Sarfate

## [Held Aug. 4 and 5] Notice of a study session on promoting environmental action and decarbonization for suppliers, co-hosted with Ricoh Japan

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000166414.html
- anchor: #n1579555
- Companies mentioned: トーカロ株式会社、リコージャパン株式会社

Facts:
- Carbon neutrality by 2040
- Aug. 4 (Tuesday) and 5 (Wednesday)
- 2 days

## Don’t rush into AI search optimization — JADE and DemandSphere launch “AI SEO Diagnosis Plus” jointly

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000182127.html
- anchor: #n1579554
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社JADE、DemandMarkets株式会社、DemandSphere、Ginzamarkets Inc.

Facts:
- AI SEO Diagnosis Plus model price: diagnosis + DemandMetrics for AI Search (100 prompts measured weekly / annual) 765,000 yen (excluding tax)
- With a track record spanning more than 15 years in the Japanese market and more than 10,000 sites worldwide

## 【夏休みの自由研究に！】JALグループで働く社員から学ぶ！見学・特別講義付きの探究型プログラミング体験「そらプロ」参加者募集

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000152059.html
- anchor: #n1579553
- Companies mentioned: JALデジタル株式会社、JALグループ、JALマイレージバンク、JALインフォテック

Facts:
- Limited to the first 40 people
- 1名さまにつき 10,000マイル
- 1名さまにつき 13,000マイル
- Minimum number of participants: 21

## Experience the Japanese Heritage site “Living with Whales” at the nationally designated Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property events “Kochi Festival” and “Kumano Suigun Koza Kochi Festival Evening,” to be held on July 26, 2026 (Sunday)

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000046.000182609.html
- anchor: #n1579552
- Companies mentioned: 和歌山県、串本町、古座川町観光協会、河内祭保存会、熊野水軍古座河内祭の夕べ実行委員会、南紀串本観光協会

Facts:
- July 26, 2026 (Sunday)
- About a 15-minute walk from Koza Station on the JR Kisei Main Line
- About a 40-minute drive from Susami-Minami IC on the Kisei Expressway

## —Haseko Live Net— The “2026 Edition Rental Apartment Rent Market Map for the Tokyo Metropolitan Area” is complete and on sale

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000056.000128890.html
- anchor: #n1579551
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社長谷工ライブネット、月刊プロパティマネジメント

Facts:
- 首都圏で管理している賃貸マンション約5万4千戸
- Rental price trends by 88 rail lines and a total of 1,047 stations
- シングル（25㎡）
- コンパクト（40㎡）
- ファミリー（60㎡）
- New-build rents are at least 10% higher than the overall average (new and existing buildings)
- New-build rents are at least 5% higher than the overall average (new and existing buildings)
- Single-person units: a total of 23 rail lines and 64 stations
- Compact units: a total of 35 rail lines and 138 stations
- Family units: a total of 11 rail lines and 25 stations
- Family units: a total of 11 rail lines

## The 2nd installment in the “Manpuku Don” series of frozen rice bowls, featuring delicious rice cooked in a traditional pot

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000146.000019296.html
- anchor: #n1579550
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニッスイ、蕎麦割烹倉田、スーツァン・レストラン陳

Facts:
- The market size for fiscal 2025 is said to be 26.8 billion yen
- It has grown to approximately 2.2 times its fiscal 2022 level (223%)
- Men account for more than 50% of purchasers
- 1 serving (280 g)
- 1 serving (300 g)

## 無印良品の家 releases results of a survey on summer living and heat

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000163.000001246.html
- anchor: #n1579549
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社MUJI HOUSE、無印良品の家

Facts:
- The total number of respondents reached 1,200
- Number of respondents: 1,172 (total)
- Reduces cooling energy use by 15–45% and heating energy use by 5–40%

## きもの京彩 Isehara store to open on July 24, 2026 (Friday), with an opening celebration sale!

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000266.000075602.html
- anchor: #n1579548
- Companies mentioned: きもの京彩、まるやま・京彩グループ、株式会社紅輪、東レ、祥園

Facts:
- Pure silk kimono outer fabric: 39,000 yen (including tax)
- Price including tailoring: from 56,100 yen (including tax)
- Full furisode rental set: 99,000 yen (including tax)
- Opening celebration price: 1,100 yen (including tax)

## Obtained the “ZEH-M Oriented” environmental certification for 3 properties developed in-house

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000270.000020953.html
- anchor: #n1579547
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社グローバル・リンク・マネジメント、一般社団法人環境共創イニシアチブ

Facts:
- 100% in the high-rise category and above
- Cuts primary energy consumption by at least 20%
- Expected to cut primary energy consumption per unit of floor area by 23%
- Expected to cut primary energy consumption per unit of floor area by 26%
- Capital: 610 million yen

## Cutting power costs while ensuring business continuity (BCP) through solar power for self-consumption and batteries: Online conference “Factory Power Is Finally Becoming Self-Sufficient — The Latest Examples of Cutting Power Costs with Solar Power and Batteries” to be held

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000802.000002888.html
- anchor: #n1579546
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社宣伝会議、タナカグローバル株式会社、株式会社三菱総合研究所、Sigenergy Japan株式会社

Facts:
- Aug. 25, 2026
- Self-consumption rate of approximately 90%

## [Smartphone accessories industry] Smartphone accessories featuring ROOKIE Racing’s 2026 season designs are now available from caseplay, No. 1 in compatible models, collaborations and designs!

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000826.000058495.html
- anchor: #n1579545
- Companies mentioned: caseplay、ROOKIE Racing、株式会社FOX、ミマキエンジニアリング、iPhone、Xperia、Pixel、Galaxy、Apple Watch、Galaxy Watch、Garmin、SHARP、AQUOS、Motorola、OPPO、HUAWEI、ZTE、arrows

Facts:
- Compatible with more than 160 device models
- From 5,980 yen (including tax)
- Drop-tested from 3.6m
- Manufactured using 100%
- 15,800 yen (tax included)
- 4,480 yen (tax included)
- 2,980 yen (tax included)
- ¥3,480 (tax included)
- 2,780 yen (tax included)
- 3,980 yen (tax included)
- 4,980 yen (tax included)
- LCD screen protector glass (2,480 yen, tax included)
- 171 units

## [Nagoya] A sweet spell cast by クロミ as a tiara-wearing Cupid dancing in a cathedral — a 1-day-only kids’ princess experience! “KUROMI Summer Sweets Party Afternoon Tea”

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001328.000004975.html
- anchor: #n1579544
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ベストブライダル、ストリングスホテル 名古屋、株式会社サンリオ、クロミ

Facts:
- On select dates through Aug. 31, 2026 (Monday)
- Limited to 15 children
- Price: 2,000 yen, including consumption tax

## Notice regarding commercial broadcasts during the “Masters Golf Tournament 2026”

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:27:29+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000179167.html
- anchor: #n1579556
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Green Battery、BS-TBS

Facts:
- April 13, 2026
- April 13, 2026 (Monday), 17:00–20:54

## First for a select shop: 株式会社アーバンリサーチ launches recovery wear. New brand TOHA（トハ）, proposing a lifestyle that helps people tune in to their bodies, debuts on August 14 (Friday)

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:24:46+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001596.000003710.html
- anchor: #n1579557
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アーバンリサーチ、TOHA（トハ）

## Hotel × sauna × beauty. A new resort stay begins

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:24:21+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000182551.html
- anchor: #n1579558
- Companies mentioned: 和建設株式会社、ヤーマン株式会社、NAMI TERRACE GEISEI

Facts:
- Available year-round starting July 18, 2026 (Saturday)

## 【製造業の生成AI活用事例756件を分析】生成AIの活用は製造業の中核業務へ広がりを見せている【ものづくり新聞製造業DX事例分析vol.01】

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:24:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000024.000079123.html
- anchor: #n1579559
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社パブリカ、ものづくり新聞、Microsoft、ChatGPT、Gemini、Claude、OpenAI、PLM、CAD、CAE、ALM、Innovation Maker Academy

Facts:
- A total of 756 generative AI-related cases were identified as of the end of June 2026
- The most common category was “Management and company-wide knowledge utilization,” with 243 cases.
- The 2nd most common category was “Production sites and factory operations,” with 130 cases.
- “Design, development and engineering”: 83 cases
- Sales, customer engagement and marketing: 76 cases
- “Robotics and physical AI”: 66 cases
- Maintenance and equipment diagnostics: 43 cases
- Quality control and inspection: 33 cases
- SCM, procurement and logistics: 32 cases
- Research and development, and materials discovery: 23 cases
- Other and cross-cutting themes: 27 cases

## 住友林業 and マゼックス accelerate the adoption of transport drones for forestry, easing the burden on worksites facing labor shortages and an aging workforce

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:22:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000289.000052275.html
- anchor: #n1579560
- Companies mentioned: 住友林業、マゼックス、株式会社ESP総研、株式会社未来トレンド研究機構、林野庁

Facts:
- Demonstration transporting a total of 4万 seedlings
- Price cut from 263万円 (before tax) to 190万円 (before tax)
- Aircraft footprint reduced by approximately 64%
- The aging rate among forestry workers is 25%
- The rate of workplace accidents is approximately 10 times the average across all industries

## 客室 at ANAクラウンプラザホテル神戸 becomes a small jungle. “Jungle Camp Room” now available for families to enjoy

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000059.000071454.html
- anchor: #n1579561
- Companies mentioned: ANAクラウンプラザホテル神戸、クラウンプラザ®ホテルズ&リゾーツ、IHGホテルズ&リゾーツ

Facts:
- 1室あたり追加料金 3,000円（税金・サービス料込）
- 592 guest rooms, among the largest in Kobe
- Currently in 20 cities nationwide
- Operating more than 5,000 rooms
- More than 7,000 hotels open and operating
- More than 1 million rooms
- A development pipeline of more than 2,300 hotels
- 400,000 employees

## 株式会社G&N to co-host online seminar on Aug. 4 offering an in-depth guide to the “New Business Entry and Manufacturing, Commercial and Service Industry Subsidy”

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:18:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000097.000061436.html
- anchor: #n1579562
- Companies mentioned: ブリッジコンサルティンググループ株式会社、株式会社G&N、中小企業庁

Facts:
- Supplementary budget of 1,200億円
- 200 billion yen

## Construction begins on grid-scale battery storage project in Yamanashi Prefecture

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:18:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000179167.html
- anchor: #n1579563
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Green Battery

Facts:
- Output: 2MW
- Capacity: 8MWh
- Scheduled start of operations: Aug. 2026

## Digital comic volume 1 of “The Magicless Failure Is Chosen by a Cursed Demon Blade,” for which indent served as original-work agent, now on sale!

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:17:26+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000155.000064443.html
- anchor: #n1579564
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社indent、株式会社コアミックス、Amazon、ゼノン編集部

Facts:
- More than 700,000 writers
- More than 3 million original works in total
- List price: 759円 (tax included)

## Announcement of appointment as an official sponsor of 福岡ソフトバンクホークス

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:12:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000179167.html
- anchor: #n1579565
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Green Battery、福岡ソフトバンクホークス

## 『ブラウンダスト2』 reveals its lineup for Comic Market (C108)!

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:10:32+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001860.000010988.html
- anchor: #n1579566
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NEOWIZ、GAMFS N inc.

Facts:
- A total of 15 cosplayers
- 『ブラウンダスト2』の業績レベル45以上

## Creating digital learning materials with generative AI to support learners who struggle. NPO法人eboard to hold “First AI Workshop” online for special education teachers on Aug. 5 and 21

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000054.000070582.html
- anchor: #n1579573
- Companies mentioned: NPO法人eboard、Gemini

Facts:
- ICT teaching material eboard has about 1.76 million annual users
- Provided to more than 13,000 schools and educational institutions

## Create an original calendar with ease—no need to fuss over date layouts! Online printer グラフィック releases its “2027 Calendar Templates.”

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000122.000134543.html
- anchor: #n1579572
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社グラフィックネットプリント、印刷の通販® グラフィック、オリコン、GMO

Facts:
- More than 260 design templates
- A total of 19 templates in 8 shapes
- 1部あたり 230.9円
- As fast as 4 days

## AI slide-generation tool イルシル wins “High Performer” in the presentation category of the “ITreview Grid Award 2026 Summer”

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000134.000104853.html
- anchor: #n1579571
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イルシル、イルシル、ITreview

Facts:
- More than 3000 types of templates

## Rebroadcast on July 23! Webinar on the “UI Version 3 Migration Guide” for MDM service mobiconnect

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000140.000054834.html
- anchor: #n1579570
- Companies mentioned: インヴェンティット株式会社、mobiconnect、KASHIMORI、ART PASS

Facts:
- July 23, 2026 (Thursday)
- Aug. 27, 2028 (Sunday)
- 100 million yen

## “New HUNTER 350 Asakusa Caravan” set to cruise through Tokyo in the 2026 “HUNTER 350” model’s new colors: “Mumbai Yellow,” “Moonshot White” and “Graphite Gray”

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000153.000039665.html
- anchor: #n1579569
- Companies mentioned: ロイヤルエンフィールド、ピーシーアイ株式会社、ORTIGA

Facts:
- August 15, 2026 (Sat.)
- Monday, August 17, 2026

## Official DATERISE!2026 side event “Summer Vacation Festival” to be held at Urban Net Sendai Chuo Building’s “YUI NOS” on ８/２ (Sunday)

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000173.000134094.html
- anchor: #n1579568
- Companies mentioned: NTTアーバンソリューションズ株式会社、NTT都市開発株式会社、NTT東日本株式会社、仙台市

Facts:
- 11:00～17:00

## ザ・リッツ・カールトン沖縄 to reopen after renovations on July 17, 2026

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002780.000011305.html
- anchor: #n1579567
- Companies mentioned: ザ・リッツ・カールトン沖縄、マリオット・インターナショナル、パーク ハイアット ニセコ HANAZONO、セントレジスホテル大阪

Facts:
- Three restaurants and the lobby lounge and bar refreshed
- More than 30 activities to enjoy inside and outside the hotel

## ABC-MART-exclusive custom color arrives from PATRICK’s “MARATHON” line

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:07:39+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000031004.html
- anchor: #n1579575
- Companies mentioned: PATRICK、ABC-MART、カメイ・プロアクト株式会社

Facts:
- Retail price: ¥17,600 (tax included)
- Available sizes: 35 (23.0cm)~44 (27,5cm)

## Music to calm the mind during study. “World with Relief and Silence,” a 396Hz Solfeggio frequency healing album born from a “Music × Self-Care” research project with high school students, available July 17

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:07:39+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000755.000068516.html
- anchor: #n1579574
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クロア、StudyJam、CROIX HEALING、ドルビーアトモス、ドルビーラボラトリーズ

Facts:
- 396Hz Solfeggio frequency healing album
- Available from July 17, 2026, on Apple Music, Amazon Music, Spotify and other streaming platforms

## 福岡市 announces selection as the top proposer and execution of a contract for the “Business Commission for a Growth Support Program Toward IPOs, etc.”

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:04:28+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000096.000061436.html
- anchor: #n1579576
- Companies mentioned: ブリッジコンサルティンググループ株式会社、福岡市

Facts:
- 資本金246百万円

## JINGS uses AI to support quality assurance and design work in manufacturing

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:04:13+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000138636.html
- anchor: #n1579577
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社JINGS、グローリー株式会社、シスメックス株式会社、Astemo株式会社

Facts:
- Established: April 22, 2024
- Certified as a “Matsuo Lab Startup®” on March 21, 2025.

## 【箱根ガラスの森美術館】30th-anniversary special exhibition opens July 18! Highlights include a reconstruction of a lost da Vinci vase, a series of summer vacation events, live glassmaking demonstrations by Italian masters and an afternoon tea set overseen by うかいグループ!

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:01:37+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000080.000113812.html
- anchor: #n1579578
- Companies mentioned: 箱根ガラスの森美術館、株式会社箱根ガラスの森リゾート、ダイコク電機株式会社、うかいグループ、Progetto Vetro社、毎日新聞社、イタリア大使館、イタリア文化会館、ヴェネチア市立美術館財団、箱根町

Facts:
- 30th anniversary of opening
- Approximately 100 masterpieces in the museum’s collection
- 22 reproductions of paintings
- Flames reaching approximately 1,300°C
- ¥2,500 including tax
- 10,000 yen, including tax
- 8,000 yen, including tax
- Adults: ¥1,800
- High school and university students: ¥1,300
- Elementary and junior high school students: ¥600

## Life-size photo booths featuring members wearing EDWIN denim to appear at every venue on GOOD BYE APRIL’s “Summer Tour 2026,” supported by EDWIN!

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:01:22+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000125209.html
- anchor: #n1579579
- Companies mentioned: GOOD BYE APRIL、EDWIN、TOHO BEADS、utility、Huerco、mspin

Facts:
- 7/19 (Sunday) Osaka, Umeda Shangri-La
- 8/23 (Sunday) Tokyo, Shimokitazawa ADRIFT
- In fact, it has a long history dating back to 1961
- Exactly 10 years ago
- A shop that celebrated its 10th anniversary this March

## 【Taiwan news】—2026 salary trends at Japanese companies in Taiwan—“Stagnant salaries and a sharp rise in base-pay increases at Japanese companies” / Industry report by ワイズリサーチ

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:01:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000366.000059899.html
- anchor: #n1579710
- Companies mentioned: ワイズコンサルティング グループ、ワイズリサーチ

Facts:
- Average monthly salary (regular monthly compensation) was 50,940 Taiwan dollars, nearly unchanged year over year
- Average annual salary fell 3% year over year to 771,048 Taiwan dollars
- The average salary increase rate forecast for 2026 is 3.30%
- “Wholesale industry” (annual salary of 105.1万元)
- “Manufacturing industry” (annual salary of 70.3万元)

## IVRy hosts the “Voice to Value 2026 Summer” conference

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:01:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000274.000056805.html
- anchor: #n1579711
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社IVRy、スターバックス コーヒー ジャパン、JCB、三井住友フィナンシャルグループ、サーティワン アイスクリーム、トランスコスモス、ベルシステム24、Boost Capital、顧客時間、イオレ、メビウス製薬、NeoContact、ミズノ株式会社

Facts:
- More than 250 people attended
- Satisfaction rating: 98.2%
- Approximately 12% of AI implementation projects worldwide reach full deployment
- Approximately 500 hours per month
- Equivalent to approximately 2.8 people
- Design of more than 100 FAQs
- Approximately 4,000 outbound-call tests
- 66.9% of attendees were decision-makers at section chief level or above

## Summer vacation activities come together at MoN Takanawa. “Open Up, Mon; Open Up, Curiosity! Summer Vacation 2026” offers a fun-filled day for the whole family

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:00:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000035.000151586.html
- anchor: #n1579712
- Companies mentioned: MoN Takanawa、一般財団法人JR東日本文化創造財団、TASKO Inc.、Gakki Lab.

Facts:
- 開催期間：2026年8月5日（水）〜9月23日（水・祝）
- Event period: Through Sept. 23, 2026 (Wed., holiday)
- From July 25 (Sat)
- Event period: July 25 (Sat.) to Sept. 25 (Fri.)
- 1 ticket for elementary, junior high and high school students: 1,300 yen
- 1 general admission ticket + 1 ticket for an elementary, junior high or high school student: 3,500 yen
- 1 general admission ticket + 2 tickets for elementary, junior high or high school students: 4,500 yen
- 1 general admission + 1 elementary, junior high or high school student: 3,000 yen
- 1 general admission + 2 elementary, junior high or high school students: 3,500 yen
- General admission: 2,500 yen
- U25: 1,500 yen
- Elementary, junior high and high school students: 800 yen

## CotoToki, a place for parents to enjoy time with their children with peace of mind, opens its 2nd location today inside the アカチャンホンポ ららぽーとEXPOCITY店! Sharing candid feedback from moms and dads at the pre-opening

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:00:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000695.000018863.html
- anchor: #n1579713
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 赤ちゃん本舗、アカチャンホンポ、ららぽーとEXPOCITY

Facts:
- n=21
- Play area: approximately 36.9 tsubo
- 30 minutes: 1,540 yen (tax included)
- 60 minutes: 2,200 yen (tax included)
- 120 minutes: 3,300 yen (tax included)
- 30分ごとに1名で550円（税込み）

## 株式会社北陸銀行 adopts “ナレッジワークAI商談記録” for recording and analyzing sales meetings with AI

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:00:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000142.000063428.html
- anchor: #n1579714
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社北陸銀行、株式会社ナレッジワーク、NTTドコモビジネス、みずほ銀行、日清食品

Facts:
- The “Knowledge Work” sales AI product series has been adopted by organizations with thousands of sales staff

## Briefing and lottery for the Kansai regional competition of the 6th National High School Light Music Club Tournament, “we are SNEAKER AGES,” held at 大阪芸術大学

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:00:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000256.000044215.html
- anchor: #n1579715
- Companies mentioned: 大阪芸術大学、東京スカパラダイスオーケストラ、緑黄色社会、BoA、ラジオ大阪、スニーカーエイジ実行委員会、産経新聞社、三木楽器株式会社、miki music mirai株式会社

Facts:
- 60 schools, including seed schools, took part
- Preliminary rounds: Aug. 18 (Tue.) to 20 (Thu.), 2026
- Kansai Regional Grand Prix: Aug. 21 (Fri.), 2026

## スペースデータ releases “Vessel Watch,” which automatically detects ships at sea from satellite images

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:00:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000182.000080352.html
- anchor: #n1579716
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スペースデータ、欧州の地球観測プログラム「コペルニクス計画」、米国のAI研究機関

Facts:
- Large ships exceeding 400m
- Even when the vessel is smaller than 1 pixel in the image

## Seeking the best shots along the JR Hachinohe Line in 八戸市、階上町、洋野町 and 久慈市! “JR Hachinohe Line Scenery X Posting Campaign” starts Aug. 1 — “Choose Your e-GIFT” prizes to be awarded by lottery

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000168445.html
- anchor: #n1579812
- Companies mentioned: JR八戸線利用促進協議会、八戸市、階上町、洋野町、久慈市

Facts:
- “Choose Your e-GIFT” worth 20,000 yen
- “Choose Your e-GIFT” worth 5,000 yen

## 13 days of drinking, eating, singing and dancing at the German beer festival “Tachikawa Oktoberfest 2026,” held at Showa Kinen Park from Sept. 11 (Fri.) through Sept. 23 (Wed.)

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000185019.html
- anchor: #n1579811
- Companies mentioned: 立川オクトーバーフェスト実行委員会、BrauKon、Camba Bavaria、カーメリテン、クロンバッハ、シュナイダーヴァイセ、ホフブロイ・ミュンヘン、ポルシェ、メルセデス・ベンツ

Facts:
- 5 famous German beer brands will have booths
- 2026年9月11日（金）から9月23日（水）

## [We want to deliver the message, “Let’s keep doing our best together.”] The 2026 summer edition of the “Sundai Tsunagaru Caravan,” connecting the hopes of students preparing for entrance exams across Japan through a message baton, is now available!

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000173115.html
- anchor: #n1579810
- Companies mentioned: 学校法人駿河台学園、駿台予備学校、大塚製薬株式会社、カロリーメイト、北海道旭川東高等学校、札幌第一高等学校

Facts:
- The 2026 summer edition of the “Sundai Tsunagaru Caravan” was held in June 2026
- Available starting July 17, 2026 (Fri.)
- Sundai has a history of 108 years since its founding

## [Event Report] What is the 3rd career path—not changing jobs or starting a business? Growing interest in new ways of working that involve managing local businesses — First online information session held for the “Kyoto Prefecture Northern Area Next CxO Entry Program”

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000185491.html
- anchor: #n1579809
- Companies mentioned: 京都府北部Next CxO Entryプログラム、福知山公立大学、福知山市、宮津市、京都北都信用金庫、人材ニュース株式会社、経済産業省

Facts:
- 65歳以上の経営者のうち、約3割が後継者不在または未定
- Capacity: 20 people
- Capacity: 10 people

## The downloadable version of the trick-action racing game “Train Attack (Denshattack!)” is now available on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2!

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000182724.html
- anchor: #n1579808
- Companies mentioned: Game Source Entertainment、Undercoders、Fireshine Games、Kid Katana

Facts:
- [Download version] 2,420 yen (tax included)
- More than 60 vibrant stages set across Japan

## ワールドインワーカー earns “No. 1 post-hire retention rate” for specified skilled worker placement, achieving a retention rate of 95% or more with a support system specializing in the food service industry

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000173986.html
- anchor: #n1579807
- Companies mentioned: ワールドインワーカー株式会社、クックビズ株式会社、日本マーケティングリサーチ機構

Facts:
- Retention rate: 95% or more
- More than 1,000 talent registrations per year

## アサヒテクノリサーチ announces a new method for measuring work environments using thermal desorption

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000171238.html
- anchor: #n1579806
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アサヒテクノリサーチ、公益社団法人日本作業環境測定協会

Facts:
- Friday, June 26, 2026

## White that stands out against a sun-kissed complexion. New launch of “コスメティース W3,” a tooth cosmetic inspired by summer smiles

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000129761.html
- anchor: #n1579805
- Companies mentioned: 有限会社コスメティックカルチャー、コスメティース、ハニック・ホワイトラボ

Facts:
- Contents: 2mL (about 100 uses)
- Enough for approximately 100 uses

## 株式会社WIZARD establishes operational systems for its MVNE and MVNO businesses

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000029.000064461.html
- anchor: #n1579804
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社WIZARD、Hong Kong Joy Telecom、JOYTEL、IPeSIM、WIZARD BANGKOK、NBTC

Facts:
- Notification No. A-07-22628

## Pilates Mee to open new Koga location on July 3, 2026! First location in western Ibaraki Prefecture, with a semi-personal studio opening along Shianbashi-dori

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000151208.html
- anchor: #n1579803
- Companies mentioned: Pilates Mee、株式会社RiAGEL

Facts:
- July 3, 2026
- More than 130 locations nationwide
- ¥11,000 per month
- 1回あたり1,250円
- 6-month retention rate: 96.3%

## 匠技研工業 to exhibit at “TECH BEAT Shizuoka 2026”

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000032.000057137.html
- anchor: #n1579802
- Companies mentioned: 匠技研工業株式会社、株式会社静岡銀行

Facts:
- July 23 (Thu)–25 (Sat), 2026
- Capital: 100 million yen

## Aug. 1 (Sat.)–Sept. 23 (Wed., holiday): Collaboration event between 『映画名探偵プリキュア！不思議な庭と 2 人の秘密』 and Tobu World Square confirmed!

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000032.000110967.html
- anchor: #n1579801
- Companies mentioned: 東武ワールドスクウェア株式会社、東映株式会社、株式会社バンダイ、KKday.com

Facts:
- ２０２６年８月１日（土）～９月２３日（水・祝）の期間
- Approx. ６５㎜ tall
- First 150 sets
- Adults: ３，７００ yen (tax included)
- Children: ２，３００ yen (tax included)
- ８００ yen each (tax included)
- ９００ yen each (tax included)
- Aug. １５, ２０２６ (Sat.)

## A place in the regions where people can say, “I want to work here.” A book packed with the realities of managing an SME, taking it from 5 employees to 2 billion yen in sales: “Local Businesses That Empower People Will Change Japan” goes on sale

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000036.000077004.html
- anchor: #n1579800
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社現場サポート、ラグーナ出版

Facts:
- Founded with 5 employees
- Sales: 2 billion yen
- A company with around 120 employees
- Turnover rate: 16％
- Turnover rate: 3％ or less
- List price: 2,200 yen (tax included)

## CoDMON, supporting child-rearing through technology, sponsors “PHP Conference Japan 2026” as a platinum sponsor

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000042.000040113.html
- anchor: #n1579799
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コドモン、日本PHPユーザ会

Facts:
- [Event date] July 20, 2026 (Mon.)
- ◆Capital: 6,825万円

## In-person event to learn about beauty and cosmetics, “Mimi Beauty School Vol. 2,” confirmed!

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000051.000149034.html
- anchor: #n1579798
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Mimi Beauty、Mimi Beauty

Facts:
- The total number of applicants exceeded 4,000
- September 13, 2026 (Sun.)
- Scheduled to start July 29, 2026 (Wed.)
- Registration for the mimist gathering runs from Aug. 26 (Wed.) to Aug. 30 (Sun.)

## 多摩信用金庫 and neoAI bring an AI business-matching system into full-scale use to support the core business of regional finance

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000053.000109048.html
- anchor: #n1579797
- Companies mentioned: 多摩信用金庫、neoAI

Facts:
- Has approximately 3万5千 business partners
- More than 3割 of them proceeded to actual matchmaking

## “I could read it thanks to the furigana” and “I was embarrassed when I misread it”—entries are now open for the “Furigana and Me Awards,” seeking your furigana stories (through Sept. 30)

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000055.000123230.html
- anchor: #n1579796
- Companies mentioned: 一般財団法人ルビ財団

Facts:
- Application deadline: September 30, 2026
- ¥50,000 in book cards
- 5,000-yen book voucher

## マイクロン strengthens the automotive ecosystem’s supply foundation through strategic customer agreements

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000064.000055229.html
- anchor: #n1579795
- Companies mentioned: マイクロン、マイクロンテクノロジー、Qualcomm、Visteon、HARMAN、JOYNEXT、DENSO、Astemo、Hyundai Mobis

Facts:
- July 16, 2026
- More than 30 years of leadership in the automotive industry

## TDCソフト launches a “Schedule Request” service to expand access to official SAFe® training

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000069.000026443.html
- anchor: #n1579794
- Companies mentioned: TDCソフト株式会社、Scaled Agile, Inc.

Facts:
- Combines requests from 1 person to several people

## 〈Obu, Aichi〉Make this summer’s most luxurious meal with Shimomura Beef. Save up to 3,000 yen! Special takeout-only promotion! The “2026 Shimomura Beef Summer Festival” offers a wide selection, including sirloin and a tasting comparison of rare cuts!

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000070.000133649.html
- anchor: #n1579793
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 下村畜産食肉、下村牧場直営焼肉店 三代目下村牛

Facts:
- Regular price: ¥4,000
- Contains 30 times as much glutamic acid as regular Wagyu beef

## Blood donation campaign organized by 大相撲藤沢場所実行委員会

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000076.000130287.html
- anchor: #n1579792
- Companies mentioned: 神奈川県赤十字血液センター、大相撲藤沢場所実行委員会、株式会社湘南営繕協会、JCOM マーケティング株式会社、株式会社 アベルコ 横浜TS営業所、株式会社 クリスタルインターナショナル、株式会社 コイズミ、株式会社 三和消毒、湘南開錠センター、総合リサイクル業 アイヨン、大建塗装工業 有限会社 アライ、株式会社 高田工務店、株式会社 都実業、ハウスクリーニング ピカサービス

Facts:
- A record 1,179 people visited
- Of those, 1,013 people donated blood

## Special lecture by game producer Yasuhiro Nishiyama, who has worked on numerous hit titles, including 『三国志大戦』 and 『maimai』

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000088.000138144.html
- anchor: #n1579791
- Companies mentioned: 東京デザインテクノロジーセンター専門学校、スゴロックス株式会社、株式会社セガ、滋慶学園COMグループ

Facts:
- Employment rate: 100%
- Industry employment rate: 91.2%

## Shaddy exclusive product “Miwa no Kamisugi Hikari Sasu” now on sale at バーニーズ ニューヨーク stores

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000095.000078929.html
- anchor: #n1579790
- Companies mentioned: シャディ株式会社、バーニーズ ニューヨーク、三輪そうめん小西、奈良県三輪素麺工業協同組合、ラオックスグループ

Facts:
- At about 130 strands per 10g, it is an exceptionally fine yet satisfying and rare delicacy.
- Price: 3,780 yen
- Operates approximately 2,200 Salad-kan and Shaddy stores nationwide (including e-commerce-only stores)

## Create an original good-luck charm acrylic keychain starting with just 1 item! New colors now available at オリジナルプリント.jp

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000100.000085001.html
- anchor: #n1579789
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イメージ・マジック、オリジナルプリント.jp

Facts:
- More than 2,200 types of items
- A total of 14 new colors
- 429 yen and up (tax and printing included)
- Capital: ¥347.96 million

## The blue of Japan. EDWIN503 gets a complete refresh.

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000126.000001799.html
- anchor: #n1579788
- Companies mentioned: EDWIN、エドウイン

Facts:
- Price: 13,200 yen

## ANGEL BLUE prize items start rolling out in July 2026!

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000128.000061831.html
- anchor: #n1579787
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エイコー、株式会社ナルミヤ・インターナショナル、ANGEL BLUE

Facts:
- Rolling out sequentially starting in July 2026
- Item size: approx. W45cm
- Top: approx. H40×W59.5cm; height: 27.5cm
- Item size: approx. H31×W50×D40cm

## HERP selected as a certified company for the “Andel Health and Productivity Management Certification 2026”

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000129.000030340.html
- anchor: #n1579786
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社HERP、株式会社アンドエル

## Laguna’s special summer events kick off at Festival Market starting Saturday, July 18!

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000132.000013967.html
- anchor: #n1579785
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ラグーナテンボス、一般社団法人海みなと蒲郡、ラグーナ フェスティバルマーケット、ホノルルアサイー

Facts:
- Taiwanese fresh-fruit shaved ice “Everest”: 1,800 yen (tax included)
- Tapioca drinks: 600 yen and up (tax included)

## Launches the “President’s Alter Ego Partner Consultant Program” to strengthen collaboration with experienced professionals

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000133.000173646.html
- anchor: #n1579784
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ルミッション

## “Tourism Safety DX” launches in earnest in Shiretoko, a World Natural Heritage site; partnership agreement signed with 斜里町 and INCLUSIVE Holdings

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000144.000039904.html
- anchor: #n1579783
- Companies mentioned: AUTHENTIC JAPAN株式会社、INCLUSIVE Holdings株式会社、斜里町

Facts:
- The combined membership of “Cocoheli” and “Cocoheli Marine” exceeds 170,000.

## The “Giga Mart Exhibition” is finally opening at Azabudai Hills Gallery! “脳盗,” broadcast on TBS Radio, will hold a live recording! Don’t miss the talk about “盗-TOH-,” a radio-born event that has drawn a huge response in Japan and abroad!

- Published: 2026-07-17T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000149.000065979.html
- anchor: #n1579782
- Companies mentioned: TBSテレビ、TBSラジオ、PINPIN STUDIO、ローソンエンタテインメント、IMAGICA GROUP、REBOO、大勝建設、EN ビンテージショップ、KEENS、グレイスレンタリース、DIRECTION、モチベーションワークス、YUI、ロッテ、バリューブックス、レッドブル・ジャパン、enigma、アルコム、ローソンチケット、トリップドットコム

Facts:
- Videos of the event experience have been viewed more than 50 million times in total on social media
- About 40,000 snacks
- About 4,000 drinks
- Within the 60-second time limit
- Price: 4,000 yen on weekdays, 4,200 yen on weekends and holidays
- Price: 7,000 yen
- Price: 3,200 yen on weekdays, 3,400 yen on weekends and holidays
- Price: 2,200 yen