AI News 180m Report

2026-07-18 00:00–03:00 JST

852 received, 852 listed, 6 sources ・ Page 6 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.

Japan | PR TIMES (continued)(767)

Secret Day-Date 36 “Puzzle” model (Ref.128238), not listed in the catalog, purchased and stocked

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Cumulative sales of ¥235.6 billion over 3 fiscal years in luxury watch resale
  • Capital: 50,000,000 yen

Companies mentioned:株式会社陽吉グループ、ロレックス

Original art exhibition marking the 90th anniversary of manga artist Mitsutoshi Furuya's birth to be held in Kichijoji from August 21!!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 90th anniversary of birth
  • Original2026年8月21日(金)から9月2日(水)まで
  • Start date: Friday, July 24, 2026
  • End date: August 31, 2026

Companies mentioned:株式会社ファミリー企画、リベストギャラリー創

ESCAPE RX and ATX get full model changes / New color added to ESCAPE X!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Standard price: ¥159,500 (tax included)
  • Standard price: ¥115,500 (tax included)
  • Standard price: ¥96,800 (tax included)
  • Standard price: ¥85,800 (tax included)
  • Suggested retail price: ¥990 (tax included)
  • Equipped as standard with 700x35C tires
  • Tire clearance accommodates up to 40mm
  • Suspension fork with 80mm travel
  • 2.1-inch (50mm) wide tires with a wide semi-block tread pattern

Companies mentioned:株式会社ジャイアント、シマノ、テクトロ、SR SUNTOUR、CST、Prowheel

To mark the 11th anniversary of “Angels of Death,” first-ever collaboration campaign at all ROUND1 locations! Two newly drawn illustrations themed “PLAY or PRAY” and mini-character illustrations enjoying Round One make their debut!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Starting Saturday, August 1, 2026
  • 2 newly drawn illustrations
  • 98 Round One locations nationwide
  • Acrylic stand: ¥1,650 each (tax included)
  • BIG acrylic diorama: ¥4,180 (tax included)
  • Iron-bead-style acrylic keychain: ¥1,100 each (tax included)
  • Trading acrylic stand: ¥880 each (tax included)
  • Complete set: 5,280 yen (tax included)
  • Trading glitter sticker: ¥550 each (tax included)
  • Complete set: ¥4,950 (tax included)

Companies mentioned:ROUND1、株式会社ハイ・シーズン、Vaka, Inc.

Japanese gaming controller “Void GENESIS” now supports wired 8000Hz. Major update v3.00 begins rolling out

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Maximum polling rate for wired connections reaches 8000Hz
  • A major increase from the previous 2000Hz

Companies mentioned:AndGAMER株式会社、Void Gaming、Amazon、楽天市場

To celebrate the release of “Movie ちいかわ: The Secret of Mermaid Island”! Join the TOHO-ONE Premium Plan and receive an original ちいかわ strap!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • First 99,000 people
  • 1,000 winners selected by lottery
  • Annual fee: ¥3,000 (tax included)
  • Earn 2 points for every ¥100 (tax included) spent on services
  • Movie admission is 1,300 yen every Tuesday

Companies mentioned:東宝株式会社、TOHO-ONE、ちいかわ、サイピク、ナガノ

トリアス: 2026 New Openings and Store Renovations

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • A wide selection of more than 40 pasta dishes
  • Original items priced mainly at 300 yen

Companies mentioned:トリアス、ジョリーパスタ、サーティワンアイスクリーム、楽市楽座、ワークマン、住みたかルーフ、買取大吉、ガチャガチャの森、DAISO、au Style

『魔法使いの約束』 Collection Jewelry, 3rd installment: Shimmering colored-stone rings inspired by the 4 mages of the “Eastern Country” debut!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Price: 22,000 yen (tax included)
  • Reservation period: July 17, 2026 (Fri.), 12:00–August 17 (Mon.), 23:59
  • Downloads have topped 8 million

Companies mentioned:株式会社テイクアップ、TUfave、魔法使いの約束

Kulture announces LIVENODE, a platform supporting artist development, and launches LIVENODE TICKET, a ticket sales service

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Companies mentioned:株式会社Kulture、Paledusk、KrosSphere

國學院大學 Baseball Club “Victory Celebration” — Tohto University Baseball League Division 1 Spring League champions for the first time in 7 seasons

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Victory for the first time in 7 seasons
  • Monday, August 3, Reiwa 8
  • 18:00~

Companies mentioned:國學院大學、侍ジャパン大学日本代表

The live series 『KrosSphere』, featuring Japanese and international artists, launches! The opening act is Thai alternative pop duo Dept × Homecomings, making their Japan debut!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Charted for 19 weeks
  • More than 10 million plays
  • Advance tickets: 5,000 yen (tax included) + drink charge
  • U-22 tickets: 3,500 yen (tax included) + drink charge

Companies mentioned:株式会社Kulture、Dept、Homecomings、LIVENODE TICKET、StoriAA、PLAY、IRORI Records

Hakata no Aji Yamaya collaboration menu × draft beer: “Summer Umaka Collaboration” at カラオケ館!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 510 yen (560 yen including tax)
  • 683 yen (750 yen including tax)
  • 546 yen (600 yen including tax)
  • 542 yen (595 yen including tax)
  • 200 yen off

Companies mentioned:株式会社B&V、株式会社やまやコミュニケーションズ、サントリー株式会社

Launching Beyondge CAIO Studio, a new service that combines external CAIO guidance with in-house development of a company’s own CAIO to implement AI-driven management and develop talent

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Developing company employees into CAIOs over 12 months
  • 90-day AI management implementation sprint

Companies mentioned:Beyondge株式会社、Senxeed Robotics株式会社、Trailhead Global Holdings株式会社、株式会社SBWorks、AntAI、Xynapse AI for Enterprise、Humanoid X、DealFlow

[Selling at a loss] An unbeatable price below cost! Domestic beef short ribs for 199 yen (218 yen including tax). A commemorative event for the July 17 opening of 大衆焼肉屋まるよし 京橋駅前店 will be held at sister store まるよし精肉店

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Instead of the regular 699 yen (768 yen including tax)
  • 17 restaurants in Osaka City
  • 12 yakiniku restaurants
  • 3 izakaya
  • 1 teppanyaki restaurant
  • 1 eel restaurant
  • Yakiniku restaurants, 10 locations in Osaka Prefecture
  • Operates 3 locations in Osaka City

Companies mentioned:株式会社MRホールディングス、大衆焼肉屋まるよし 京橋駅前店、まるよし精肉店、大衆酒場まるよし、和牛のまるよし、鉄板肉食堂まるよし、鰻のまるよし

—Students explain “tax” in 30-second videos— Applications open for the 2nd Blue Return Association Tax Video Grand Prix

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 30 seconds or less
  • Prize money of 100,000 yen
  • Amazon gift card worth 50,000 yen
  • Amazon gift cards worth 30,000 yen
  • 500-yen Amazon gift card
  • July 17, 2026
  • Around October 2026
  • Nov. 9, 2026
  • Born on or after April 2, 2001

Companies mentioned:一般社団法人東京青色申告会連合会、東京国税局、東京都主税局、株式会社公募ガイド社、Amazon.com, Inc.、筑波大学、東京都立目黒高等学校、アミューズメントメディア総合学院

Orders open for “MELOKEY (メロキー),” a next-generation CD that continues to grow with every use

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Collaboration with 29 VTubers
  • The first-edition release is limited to 1,000 sets in total across all VTubers going on sale this time
  • Capital: 30 million yen
  • Currently partnered with more than 3,000 VTubers
  • Total SNS followers exceed 30 million

Companies mentioned:株式会社AttendMe、株式会社コマースOneホールディングス

8 finalists selected following the social media judging results for “High School Freshman Miss Contest 2026,” which seeks “Japan’s cutest first-year high school student”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Prize money of 100,000 yen
  • The 8 finalists have been decided

Companies mentioned:株式会社with t、モデルプレス、東急プラザ渋谷、Zepp Haneda

アルビレックス新潟 announces renewal of training wear partner agreement

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • We will continue this initiative in the 2026/2027 season.

Companies mentioned:アルビレックス新潟、株式会社越後薬草

[Available at more than 4,000 stores nationwide] Oral care brand SWAG, known for its “overwhelmingly refreshing feel,” expands its sales channels with a launch at スギ薬局

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • The cumulative number of stores carrying the product nationwide has surpassed 4,000
  • Now available at an additional 1,000 スギ薬局 stores

Companies mentioned:株式会社トリクル、スギ薬局、SWAG

satonoka to air a live broadcast of the Nagaoka Festival Grand Fireworks, one of Japan’s 三 major fireworks festivals

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Seating for approximately 200 people
  • Number of households able to watch: 3.72 million

Companies mentioned:日本デジタル配信株式会社、株式会社エヌ・シィ・ティ、株式会社TSTエンタテインメント、大和地所

The latest Yoshitsune legend! The one-shot 『1189-202x』 will be published on the web comic site COMIC OGYAAA!! on July 17 (Fri.)!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Friday, July 17, 2026
  • 3-29 Kanda-Jinbocho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo

Companies mentioned:株式会社ホーム社、COMIC OGYAAA!!

I want to be someone special to you. A delicately描かれた relationship between girls with no name—『恋より青く』 Volume 5 goes on sale today, July 17 (Fri.)!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • List price: 880 yen (tax included)
  • ISBN: 978-4-8342-3356-8

Companies mentioned:株式会社ホーム社、集英社ホームコミックス、TORICO、メロンブックス、COMIC ZIN、喜久屋書店、書泉&芳林堂、書泉ブックタワー

Complete opposites, and that’s why they can be together! The adorably modern sisterhood of the Reiwa era! 『あの子とふたりで。』 Volume 2 goes on sale today, July 17 (Fri.)!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • List price: ¥990 (tax included)
  • ISBN: 978-4-8342-3358-2

Companies mentioned:株式会社ホーム社、集英社ホームコミックス、TORICO、メロンブックス、ゲーマーズ、COMIC ZIN、喜久屋書店

A 2nd broadcast has been announced following the overwhelming response! 『妻たちのこわ~い話 果てしなき育児編』

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Fukushima, where the number of children born in the prefecture hit a record low for the 9th consecutive year
  • General TV (Fukushima prefecture broadcast): July 24 (Fri.), 7:30 p.m.–7:57 p.m.
  • NHK ONE catch-up stream planned (for 1 week after broadcast)

Companies mentioned:NHK、アルコ&ピース、WUJA BIN BIN、Ba

Original「たびらいレンタカーアプリ」に宇佐美鉱油の特別割引(ガソリン・軽油1リットルあたり3円~5円引き)クーポンを掲載

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Originalガソリン・軽油1リットルあたり3円~5円引き

Companies mentioned:株式会社パム、宇佐美鉱油、たびらいレンタカーアプリ

Original「ドナルド・マクドナルド・ハウス 支援 チャリティラン&ウォーク2026」10月31日(土)開催決定!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • A total of 24,000 people have participated and supported us
  • Approximately 2,000 people participated
  • Original約500万円を公益財団法人ドナルド・マクドナルド・ハウス・チャリティーズ・ジャパンへ届けることができました
  • An estimated 100,000 children nationwide are said to suffer from intractable diseases
  • In Japan, there are 12 houses operating nationwide, including the country’s first, ドナルド・マクドナルド・ハウス せたがや (pictured)
  • To further ease the financial burden on families using the houses, as of April 1, 2026, the fee has been eliminated, allowing guests to stay free of charge instead of paying the previous rate of 1,000 yen per person per day

Companies mentioned:ドナルド・マクドナルド・ハウス、公益財団法人ドナルド・マクドナルド・ハウス・チャリティーズ・ジャパン、株式会社ランナーズ・ウェルネス、日産スタジアム、横浜国際総合競技場

ハリー杉山 signs advisory staff agreement with Eyevol

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Bringing the total to 30 members

Companies mentioned:株式会社アイヴァン、Eyevol

川崎ブレイブサンダース announces continuing and new team doctors

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Companies mentioned:川崎ブレイブサンダース、株式会社DeNA川崎ブレイブサンダース

Reservations for the first title from VISUAL ARTS Scripts, 『サヤガタリ-妖刀の約束-』, open today! The release date is set for September 25 (Fri.)

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • The Japanese-language download version is priced at 990 yen (including tax)
  • Price (first-run limited-edition package): 4,950 yen (tax included)
  • On sale Friday, Sept. 25, 2026
  • A new brand announced in April 2026
  • Event date: September 26, 2026
  • Applications open: July 17, 2026
  • Applications close: September 7, 2026
  • Winners announced: September 11, 2026

Companies mentioned:株式会社ビジュアルアーツ、VISUAL ARTS Scripts、Mju:Z、株式会社クリープ、メロンブックス

川後陽菜 & YONAKA Band’s digital single “君から涙がこぼれたら” is set for release on July 29! Pre-saves open today. A new key visual by New York-based photographer ogata has also been unveiled!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • It has been announced that the release is set for July 29, 2026 (Wed.)
  • A release commemorative solo live show, “After Tears,” will also be held on September 12, 2026 (Sat.)
  • Advance tickets: ¥2,000
  • A separate drink fee of ¥600 is required.
  • Ticket shipping is a flat ¥300 nationwide.
  • Selected from approximately 38,000 applicants
  • The Nagasaki Lantern Festival is also known for attracting more than 1 million visitors.

Companies mentioned:川後陽菜 & YONAKA Band、LAND、FILA、atmos、HOOKS MAGAZINE、LocalBlac、Numero TOKYO、Manse、MADEIN、ASLEEP、i-dle、FM COCOLO、東京ガールズコレクション、TOKYO RESIDENT

【TIMELESS AUCTION 10th Anniversary】To mark the 10th anniversary of reuse industry company 株式会社タイムレス, this year’s anniversary sale for its in-person auctions is expanding!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • TIMELESS AUCTION marks its 10th anniversary
  • The 2 tournaments in August 2026 are covered.
  • High-value items with winning bids of ¥100,000 or more before tax
  • Operates 38 stores in department stores nationwide
  • Currently operating 48 stores nationwide

Companies mentioned:株式会社タイムレス、フジテレビ、timelesz

Desktop Mate Hatsune Miku “Magical Mirai 2026 Ver.” DLC set for release on July 23!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Releasing on Steam starting Thursday, July 23, 2026
  • On sale for a limited time through August 31, 2027
  • Price: ¥2,200 (tax included)
  • Attracted a total audience of more than 580,000

Companies mentioned:株式会社インフィニットループ、東京メトロポリタンテレビジョン株式会社、クリプトン・フューチャー・メディア株式会社

A bookstore fair and giveaway campaign will be held to celebrate the release of “Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of Mermaid Island”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • At 1,053 bookstores nationwide
  • Prizes will be awarded to 30 winners selected by lottery.
  • The series has sold more than 5 million copies, including digital editions.

Companies mentioned:株式会社トーハン、講談社、QTORY inc.、東宝

YouTube creators くれまぐ, with over 2 million subscribers, to make their first appearance at ES CON FIELD HOKKAIDO, taking part in the first pitch and the Fox Dance

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • More than 2 million YouTube subscribers
  • Around 10 million total social media followers
  • Arena tickets available (¥1,500, same price for adults and children)

Companies mentioned:株式会社IVI Entertainment、北海道日本ハムファイターズ、福岡ソフトバンクホークス、くれいじーまぐねっと

The TV anime “Black Butler -Emerald Witch Arc-” POP UP SHOP opens July 24!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 24 locations nationwide
  • From Friday, July 24, to Sunday, August 16
  • 1,980 yen each (tax included)
  • 1,100 yen (tax included)
  • 1,650 yen each (tax included)

Companies mentioned:株式会社壽屋、TSUTAYA、精文館書店、フタバ図書、SQUARE ENIX

【Make summer outings and leisure more comfortable.】JLab is holding its “SUMMER SALE.” From sports earbuds to Bluetooth speakers, all 32 products are up to 30% off.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • All 32 products
  • Up to 30% off
  • Wireless earphones under $100
  • No. 1 in U.S. sales

Companies mentioned:JLab、JLab Japan株式会社

Manga app ゼブラック surpasses 20 million downloads — a big thank-you festival offering free access to more than 2,000 chapters of “ONE PIECE,” “BLEACH” and more starts Friday, July 17

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • More than 2,000 chapters will be available for free in total.
  • Up to 30% in coin back will be offered.
  • As of March 31, 2025, more than 2,900 works are available for “Read by Chapter.”
  • Operates a manga app with more than 20 million MAU

Companies mentioned:ゼブラック、集英社、Link-U Technologies、Link-Uグループ株式会社

【First in the Tohoku region】“amepla POP-UP in S-PAL仙台,” where visitors can see and try popular health products from online, opens Saturday, July 25

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 470,000 members
  • 1.36 million monthly visitors
  • More than 150,000 pairs sold across the series
  • Has sold more than 100,000 units
  • Heel height: 9 cm
  • Toe height: 4 cm
  • ¥17,490 (tax included)
  • ¥13,860 (tax included)
  • ¥43,780 (including tax)
  • ¥16,280 (tax included)

Companies mentioned:株式会社アメイズプラス、amepla、BEAXIS、orMORE、strainia JAPAN、S-PAL仙台

ZARA HOME announces a collaboration with Katharine Pole, a leading British antique textile specialist.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • ¥1,390 ~ ¥80,900

Companies mentioned:ZARA HOME、Katharine Pole、Inditexグループ、ZARA、Pull & Bear、Massimo Dutti、Bershka、Stradivarius、Oysho

“Farewell, Lost Lost Lost Paradise.” Ryu Shimizuin praises it as “a genius so brilliant it makes me jealous!” The full-fledged mystery novel “The Lost Lost Lost Paradise Murders,” which explores “emotion” in the age of generative AI, goes on sale July 17.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Book: ¥1,793 (tax included)
  • Page count: 272 pages

Companies mentioned:株式会社マイナビ出版、早川書房、星海社、新潮社

Original新感覚のゲーム体験「Dear Van Gogh 親愛なるファン・ゴッホへ」が本日16:00よりスタート!8月4日(火)~11日(火)には、渋谷・三千里跡地にて、期間限定ポップアップイベントの開催も決定

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • An operating title with 300 million downloads worldwide
  • 20th anniversary of thatgamecompany’s founding
  • Original2026年7月17日(金)16:00より配信を開始
  • Original2026年8月4日(火)から8月11日(火)まで

Companies mentioned:thatgamecompany, Inc.、Sky 星を紡ぐ子どもたち

Original見る以外で花火を楽しむ『花火やしき2026』2026年7月25日(土)10:00~21:00開催!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Opening hours extended until 21:00

Companies mentioned:株式会社花やしき、マルハナ縁日

Starring THE BOYZ’s Q! K-pop drama “My Idol, My Debut” now streaming on Lemino Premium!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 4 episodes in total
  • The debut song “MEMORIA” will be released on Sunday, July 19.
  • Episodes 3 and 4 (the final episode) will be available from 23:30 on Thursday, July 23.
  • Choi Aeni, a 25-year-old convenience store part-timer
  • 17-year-old Han Jaeha
  • Travels back in time 8 years

Companies mentioned:株式会社TBSグロウディア、MBC PLUS、MINARI ENTERTAINMENT、THE BOYZ、WOOAH、tripleS、株式会社NTTドコモ

ヒルトン名古屋 brings together Korean trend sweets! Enjoy bingsu, Dubai chocolate mochi and croffles at the “Korean Sweets Summer Afternoon Tea, Part 2.”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Seven sweets in total
  • Three savory items in total
  • Original1名様 5,500円
  • All 460 rooms, including suites
  • Operates more than 600 hotels across 6 continents

Companies mentioned:ヒルトン名古屋、Abib、ヒルトン・ホテル&リゾーツ

【Exhibition report】A closer look at インターコスモス’s booth at “DSJ2026 デジタルサイネージジャパン”!! The futuristic, space-themed booth received a special award at the “DSJ 2026 Booth Award.”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • A total of 143,312 people attended over 3 days.

Companies mentioned:インターコスモス、DSJ2026 デジタルサイネージジャパン

“The World of Fukuinkan Picture Books,” a permanent sales area featuring around 2,000 publications from Fukuinkan Shoten, makes its debut in Nagoya!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 【Price】¥300 (tax included)
  • Limited to 300 units
  • 【Established】December 24, 1985
  • 【Capital】¥100 million

Companies mentioned:株式会社未来屋書店、株式会社福音館書店、イオングループ、イオンモールナゴヤドーム前、イオン

Smart Life Design announces the release of the key visual and brand statement for “quador”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Established: August 2015

Companies mentioned:株式会社リビングコーポレーション、飯田グループホールディングス

Enjoy a refreshing moment with “cold soup” starring vegetables. All 6 varieties of cold soup are arriving at Soup Stock Tokyo.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • All 6 varieties of cold soup
  • Approximately 70 stores nationwide

Companies mentioned:株式会社スープストックトーキョー、Soup Stock Tokyo、家で食べるスープストックトーキョー、100 本のスプーン

Side-business entrepreneurship consultant Hiroshi Nakayama begins distributing a newsletter on the professional writing platform theLetter

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • More than 1,000 writers
  • More than 200 companies

Companies mentioned:株式会社OutNow、theLetter、株式会社ステージshift、青春出版社、日経ウーマン、SmartNews+、ITmedia

【The BL novel label of Nola, a creative platform used by 700,000 writers】NolaブックスRegalo releases “The Beloved Daughter of the Teikei Family: The Love Pangs of the Heir,” a winner of the Excellence Award in the First Nola Original Work Awards!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • A source-material library of more than 3 million works created by 700,000 writers
  • More than 30 original works have been published to date.
  • For more than 60 editorial teams, including those overseas
  • Starting July 18, 2026 (Sat)

Companies mentioned:株式会社indent、Amazon Kindle、NolaブックスRegalo

PRO licenses are 20% off! The Live2D Summer Sale is on through Monday, July 27, 2026.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • The “Live2D Summer Sale” will run for 10 days.
  • Purchase eligible Coloso courses for ¥10,000

Companies mentioned:株式会社Live2D、アニプレックス

Goods and event details revealed for “The Villainess’s Daughter, Reincarnated as a Yakuza Lady in an Otome Game,” POP-UP STORE, coming to 渋谷サクラステージ from August 1 (Saturday) to 9 (Sunday)!

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Facts

  • Original2026年8月1日(土)~8月9日(日)
  • Business hours: 10:00–21:00
  • ・Diorama acrylic stand: ¥2,420 (tax included)
  • ・Foil-stamped postcard: ¥550 (tax included)
  • ・Can badge set: ¥1,100 (tax included)
  • ・Trading Button Badges (6 types) Single: ¥660 (tax included), Complete Set: ¥3,960 (tax included)
  • Mascot keychain (Francesca) 3,850 yen (tax included)

Companies mentioned:株式会社TOブックス、TO POP-UP、渋谷サクラステージ

Launch ceremony held for the “Tourism Safety DX” project in Shiretoko, a World Natural Heritage site

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • More than 170,000 members
  • July 14, 2026 (Tue)
  • From April 2026

Companies mentioned:INCLUSIVE Holdings株式会社、AUTHENTIC JAPAN株式会社、斜里町、LAND INSIGHT株式会社

ATEN essentials announces new products, expanding its charging accessories lineup with products including a USB fast charger with a smart display

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 65W, 100W and 165W USB Power Delivery-compatible fast chargers
  • USB Type-C cable supporting charging up to 240W
  • Data transfer speeds of up to 480Mbps

Companies mentioned:ATENジャパン株式会社、ATEN International Co., Ltd.、Amazon、楽天市場

Bicycles for ¥10,978 for the first 20 customers! Bicycle specialty store DAIWA CYCLE Yokohama Edanishi store opens on 7/17 (Fri.)!

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 164th store nationwide
  • 18-minute walk
  • We have 6 dedicated parking spaces
  • Capital: ¥562,210,000

Companies mentioned:DAIWA CYCLE株式会社、ニッタタイヤ

Preview images, synopsis and web preview released for episode 4, “Lv4: There’s something I want to ask,” of the TV anime “The Villager of Level 999”!

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • The series has surpassed 4 million copies in cumulative circulation.
  • Amazon gift card: 1,000 yen

Companies mentioned:グリーエンターテインメント株式会社、KADOKAWA、ブレインズ・ベース、ビットグルーヴプロモーション

Begins handling sales of “Teachme Process” as a sales partner

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Approximately 70% of all partner companies showed interest in Teachme Process
  • Used by more than 2,400 companies in Japan and overseas

Companies mentioned:株式会社スタディスト、Teachme Process、Teachme Biz、ITR、富士キメラ総研、デロイト トーマツ ミック経済研究所

New Moonlight Hero “Rift in the Waves Elvira” added to “Epic Seven”!

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 2026 Summer Season Special Side Story
  • Announced on July 17 (Fri.)
  • November 7, 2019

Companies mentioned:スマイルゲート・メガポート、SUPER CREATIVE、Google Play、App Store

yutori to release first collaboration items between popular Korean brand “MARITHÉ + FRANCOIS GIRBAUD” and “LeSportsac” starting July 22 (Wed.)

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Price: ¥23,100 (tax included)
  • Price: ¥16,500 (tax included)
  • Price: ¥13,200 (tax included)
  • Products: 11 styles in total
  • The cumulative number of Instagram followers exceeds 3.05 million (as of April 2026)
  • The brand also operates 60 physical stores nationwide (as of April 2026)

Companies mentioned:株式会社yutori、MARITHÉ + FRANCOIS GIRBAUD、LeSportsac

Originalエンジニア派遣大手の株式会社オープンアップITエンジニア、「bellSalesAI」導入2か月で商談記録1,000件超を自動化

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Approximately 5,800 employees / As of June 2025
  • Capital: ¥70 million (as of July 1, 2024)
  • Capital: 9,148 million yen (including capital reserves)

Companies mentioned:ベルフェイス株式会社、株式会社オープンアップITエンジニア、Salesforce

[Kashiwa City] Historical special exhibition “Travelers of Kashiwa” — “There had to be a reason to travel”

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Facts

  • Original開催期間:令和8年7月21日(火)~11月23日(月)
  • 9:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
  • Phone: 04-7191-7414

Companies mentioned:柏市役所

“Whose bottle is this…?” Problem solved! The “Gorilax Bottle Marker Soft Vinyl Bottle Cap” capsule toy, designed to prevent bottle mix-ups, goes on sale sequentially from late July!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • The lineup features 5 colors: pink, blue, purple, yellow and gray.
  • Length: Approximately 5.5 cm
  • Price: ¥400 (tax included)
  • Established: December 2007

Companies mentioned:株式会社パイン・クリエイト、株式会社ピーナッツ・クラブ

The hugely popular video “A prank where only Oohara MEN makes fried rice while we’re fighting the Ender Dragon [Minecraft]” by gaming group “ドズル社” surpassed 1 million views within 68 days of its release!

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • The channel has 2.79 million subscribers

Companies mentioned:ドズル社、WONDER DIVE、株式会社ドズル、Mojang AB、Microsoft

Original子どもが主役のホンモノ体験!舞鶴市アートスタート事業「Art Start~植えるArt~(第1期)」参加親子を募集

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Approximately 10 groups on a first-come, first-served basis
  • Participation fee: ¥1,400

Companies mentioned:舞鶴市、NPO法人ひとまわり

Seminar on “money and daily life” to help create a happier future for working people!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Provides financial education services to a cumulative total of more than 800,000 individuals
  • Participant satisfaction: 98.7%
  • Track record of training for more than 100 companies
  • Recruiting for more than 600 funds formed by 114 companies, primarily publicly listed companies

Companies mentioned:株式会社FinancialAcademy、ファンズ株式会社、日本郵政不動産株式会社

【【The ultimate weekend at a hotel】Summer festival “Friday Night BEER & MUSIC PARTY,” featuring a DJ Live and cold beer, to be held at ホテルベルクラシック北見 on August 21 (Fri.)!

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Friday, Aug. 21, 2026
  • 18:00〜21:00
  • TEL: 0157-31-1200

Companies mentioned:株式会社ベルコ、ホテルベルクラシック北見

“LoiLo Lesson Fest 2026” opens July 18!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • A total of 17 events are planned across 14 prefectures and online
  • Used by approximately 14,000 schools and 3 million people in Japan and overseas

Companies mentioned:株式会社LoiLo、ロイロノート・スクール

【PALOPA】A special spot for your beloved dog. A long-awaited new variation joins the expert-approved ergonomic〈Dog Bed Fred〉

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • XS: ¥39,600
  • S: ¥44,000
  • M: ¥49,500
  • XS: ¥37,400
  • S: ¥42,900
  • M: ¥48,400
  • XS size: 65 × 50 × 22 cm
  • XS size: 65 × 50 × 22 cm / 2.6 kg
  • S size: 80 × 60 × 23 cm
  • S size: 80 × 60 × 23 cm / 4.2 kg
  • M size: 95 × 72 × 24 cm
  • M size: 95 × 72 × 24 cm / 5.8 kg

Companies mentioned:ウェスキー株式会社、PALOPA

New original illustrated merchandise themed around “Animal Costumes ☆ De ☆ The Last Supper” from the TV anime “Canaan-sama Is Simply Too Cunning” will be available at “Anique Shop”!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • For every 3,300 yen (tax included) spent on eligible products

Companies mentioned:Anique株式会社、講談社、カナン様はあくまでチョロい製作委員会

Announcement: Paddington™ LINE theme now available

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • LINE theme: Paddington™ London Landmarks Ver (150 LINE Coins
  • 150 LINE Coins (Sticker Shop) / 370 yen (LINE STORE)
  • LINE theme: Paddington™ Retro Screenprint Ver 150 LINE Coins

Companies mentioned:株式会社Creative Plus、株式会社エムアップホールディングス、STUDIOCANAL KIDS & FAMILY Ltd.、UNICEF

Make summer walks a fun habit through “gaming”! LOOTaDOG is holding the “Ice Cream Walking Challenge”!

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Take a walk of at least 5 km during the event!
  • Entry fee: 30LADT
  • Prize: 100LADT

Companies mentioned:LehmanHoldings株式会社、B-R サーティワン アイスクリーム株式会社

A summer gift set from “ちいかわベーカリー” that makes summer sparkle with every bite is here!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • ¥5,390 including tax
  • ¥1,570 (tax included)
  • 1,000 yen (tax included)

Companies mentioned:株式会社CLホールディングス、株式会社エルティーアール、ちいかわベーカリー、講談社、フジテレビ系列、JPタワー大阪、KITTE大阪

Garden adopts digital gifts® as a shareholder benefit

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • TSE Standard: Securities code 274A
  • TSE Growth Market: Securities code 3691

Companies mentioned:株式会社ガーデン、株式会社デジタルプラス、株式会社デジタルフィンテック

Official credit card for “スカイピース” now available

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • The channel has surpassed 4.6 million subscribers
  • Issuance fee: ¥3,000 (tax included)

Companies mentioned:ナッジ株式会社、スカイピース、TOPPANエッジ株式会社

PUMA GOLF × CLUBHAUS launches a 5-color capsule apparel collection to mark the release of golf shoes based on the classic “CLYDE,” available at select stores starting July 25, 2026 (Sat.)

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Suggested retail price: ¥14,300 (tax included)
  • Suggested retail price: ¥17,600 (tax included)

Companies mentioned:PUMA GOLF、CLUBHAUS、COBRA PUMA GOLF、プーマ ジャパン株式会社

Perform “Senbonzakura” with 初音ミク in a virtual live space; Gugenka creates the virtual live space and production for the Yamaha booth at 初音ミク “Magical Mirai 2026”

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Original2026年7月24日(金)から26日(日)まで
  • Original(2026年7月13日12時00分公開)
  • 1 person per session

Companies mentioned:株式会社Gugenka、ヤマハ株式会社、初音ミク、ホロモデル

【SHIRO】SKINCARE CALENDULA

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Calendula Protect Cream 50g
  • Calendula Protect Cream 50g / 6,600 yen (tax included)
  • Calendula Oil in Lotion 60mL
  • Calendula Oil in Lotion 60mL / 6,380 yen (tax included; limited quantity)

Companies mentioned:株式会社シロ、廣田農園

A “Japanese summer festival”-themed wind chime display featuring about 300 wind chimes playing cool, soothing notes is here!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Approximately 300 wind chimes
  • About 15 m
  • August 31, 2026

Companies mentioned:株式会社神戸ポートピアホテル

Visa announces platform to support the issuance, transfer and management of stablecoins

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Through payment transactions in more than 200 countries and regions worldwide

Companies mentioned:Visa、Open Standard

Product direction changed based on community UGC analysis. Commune supports co-creation product development for 学研の科学と学習 あそぶんだ研究所

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • More than 6,000 members
  • Price: 1,980 yen (10% tax)

Companies mentioned:コミューン株式会社、株式会社Gakken、学研の科学と学習 あそぶんだ研究所

5 experts provide an in-depth look at the latest trends in tokuryu and illegal part-time jobs, as well as countermeasures and practical steps companies should take!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 5 experts
  • About 600,000 cases
  • 100 million yen
  • 30 million yen

Companies mentioned:オープングループ株式会社、オープン株式会社、株式会社エス・ピー・ネットワーク、リフィニティブ・ジャパン株式会社、RoboRobo

【A Daily Ψ-Disaster】10th anniversary of the Saiki Kusuo no Ψ-nan anime! All series to air daily on Cartoon Network starting Saturday, August 1

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Total sales exceed 9 million copies
  • 10th anniversary of the anime's broadcast
  • All 56χ, all 280 episodes
  • Approximately 7 million households can watch

Companies mentioned:ディスカバリー・ジャパン株式会社、ワーナーブラザース・ディスカバリー、集英社、スカパー!

Earn points by watching TV! “Miru Yell” app launches, offering a new TV viewing experience!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • A coupon worth 1,000 yen
  • 1,000 yen worth of TV Asahi Points (limited-time offer)
  • 10 yen worth of “TV Asahi Points”
  • Monday, July 6, 2026
  • Sunday, August 23, 2026
  • Saturday, July 18, 2026

Companies mentioned:株式会社テレビ朝日、株式会社グリー、テレ朝通販ロッピング、テレアサショップONLINE、テレ朝動画、テレ朝チケット

株式会社バル Konya-cho Enbujo, August 13 (Thu.), performance exclusive to Part 2

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Summary not yet available

Companies mentioned:株式会社バル

Original「LINEマンガ 2026 上半期ランキング」トップ20公開!連載1位は『枯れた花に涙を』、単行本1位は『キングダム』

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Approximately 163.2 million monthly users worldwide

Companies mentioned:LINE Digital Frontier株式会社、集英社、講談社、スクウェア・エニックス、オーバーラップ、小学館、秋田書店、KADOKAWA、アース・スター エンターテイメント、WEBTOON Worldwide Service

The official Core Mix manga app “ゼノンプラス” launches July 17!

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Starting July 17, 2026
  • Readers can choose “3 works” to read for free for the first installment
  • Wait 23 hours to read 1 episode

Companies mentioned:株式会社コアミックス、ゼノンプラス

Nozomi Yamamoto models “GYDA(ジェイダ)” as the brand refreshes this summer’s “cute” style. The latest web catalog will be released Friday, July 17

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • GYDA side drawstring tunic 6,990 yen (tax included)
  • sacred edge cross lace-up rib tank top 6,990 yen (tax included)
  • Symmetry GYDA GLITTER CHECK vest 9,990 yen (tax included)
  • Symmetry GYDA GLITTER CHECK skirt-like shorts with belt 8,990 yen (tax included)
  • slanted belt top 6,990 yen (tax included)

Companies mentioned:MARK STYLER株式会社、GYDA(ジェイダ)、RUNWAY channel

Literature museum marks its 20th anniversary! “おしりたんてい Grand Gathering Exhibition” opens July 18

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Anniversary year marking the museum’s 20th anniversary
  • The literature museum’s collection currently exceeds 130,000 items
  • About 650 handwritten manuscript pages written with a fountain pen by リリー・フランキー
  • General admission ¥500
  • 200 yen for junior and senior high school students
  • 100 yen for elementary school students

Companies mentioned:北九州市立文学館、おしりたんてい、磯崎新、リリー・フランキー、平野啓一郎、松尾スズキ

Dynam supports children’s cafeterias nationwide during its founding month

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Equivalent to a total of 1,217,010 yen
  • Enough for 6,750 meals
  • Original累計8億9,562万円余
  • 385 stores

Companies mentioned:株式会社ダイナム、魅力発見!三陸・常磐ものネットワーク

★Event Information★ This year, too, meet up at “XYZ”! “City Hunter” POP UP STORE to open in style in 2 cities, Tokyo and Aichi! New items also go on sale. ■CITY HUNTER

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • August 1, 2026 (Sat.)–August 31, 2026 (Mon.)
  • August 1, 2026 (Sat.)–September 6, 2026 (Sun.)
  • Bag Charm / ¥3,850 (tax included)
  • Ryo Multi-Case / ¥3,850 (tax included)
  • Midnight Rendezvous T-shirt / ¥5,500 (tax included)
  • Spotlight T-shirt / ¥5,500 (tax included)
  • Discotheque T-shirt / ¥5,500 (tax included)
  • Black & White Long-Sleeve T-shirt / ¥7,700 (tax included)
  • Midnight Rendezvous Zip-Up Hoodie / ¥12,100 (tax included)
  • CITY POP Sunglasses / ¥5,500 (tax included)
  • Neon Eco Bag / ¥3,300 (tax included)
  • Black LED Neon Sign / ¥18,700 (tax included)
  • City Rai

Companies mentioned:株式会社CRAZY BUMP、ハンズ渋谷店、精文館書店新豊田店、コアミックス

【FRONTIER】Sales begin for PCs recommended for “GRANBLUE FANTASY: Relink - Endless Ragnarok”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Available starting July 17, 2026

Companies mentioned:インバースネット株式会社、Cygames

Goods for the anime “Haikyu!!” will be released by シンクイノベーション株式会社!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Reservations open: July 17, 2026 (Fri.) at 12:00–
  • Scheduled shipping: late September 2026

Companies mentioned:シンクイノベーション株式会社、集英社、ハイキュー!!製作委員会

シンクイノベーション(株) to exhibit at Digital Printing Expo 2026 Tokyo on Aug. 25-26!

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Including the outward-facing legs, it is about 2 m tall
  • Digital Printing Expo 2026 Tokyo

Companies mentioned:シンクイノベーション株式会社、ミマキ

【New Launch】“アース・スター文庫” starts September 18 (Fri.). Voice actor Jun Fukuyama named image character for the new label, which will also hold a character fiction award!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Prize money of 1,000,000 yen
  • Prize money of 500,000 yen
  • Prize money of 200,000 yen
  • Prize money of 100,000 yen
  • Series sales surpass 4 million copies

Companies mentioned:株式会社アース・スター エンターテイメント、カクヨム、コミック アース・スター、アース・スター文庫、アース・スターノベル、アース・スター ルナ、ウタヒメドリーム、補講男子、Toxic-a-Holic、花耶(KAYA)

Announcement of the 11th Earth Star Novel Award

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Grand Prize: 2 million yen
  • We received 13,133 submissions for the “10th Earth Star Novel Award.”

Companies mentioned:株式会社アース・スター エンターテイメント、株式会社ヒナプロジェクト、小説家になろう

VOiCE, a review site for current employees, launches job listing feature

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Monthly fee: 50,000 yen
  • Briefing session attendance +36%
  • Job offer acceptances 1.5 times
  • Job offer acceptance rate +21%
  • 76 additional hires
  • Hiring expanded to about 4 times its previous level
  • Capital: ¥439,530 thousand

Companies mentioned:Zenken株式会社、VOiCE、エン・ジャパン株式会社、Indeed、求人ボックス

“Suzumiya Haruhi,” “Asahina Mikuru” and “Nagato Yuki” from the TV anime “The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya” join TAITO GEAR&GOODS’ “Dokiuto Petit” oversized plush brand! Reservations open July 24 (Fri.)!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Price: ¥22,000 (tax included)
  • Height: about 60 cm × width: about 40 cm × depth: about 37 cm
  • For ages 15 and up
  • Reservation period: July 24, 2026 (Fri.) 11:00–August 31, 2026 (Mon.) 23:59
  • Scheduled to ship in January 2027

Companies mentioned:株式会社タイトー、TAITO GEAR&GOODS、SOS団、TAITO CORPORATION

【いわきFC】いわきFC signs business partnership agreement with 株式会社システムフォワード

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • The company’s logo will be displayed on the home-end signage at Hawaiians Stadium Iwaki starting in the 2026/27 season.

Companies mentioned:いわきFC、株式会社システムフォワード

Rising singer 司音 (jio) releases new song “TOKYO Yumeiku,” putting their resolve to pursue their dreams into song

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • After moving to Tokyo at age 18
  • Energetically posts “singing” videos at a pace of 2 per week
  • Surpasses 10,000 YouTube subscribers
  • To be released for streaming on Friday, July 17, 2026
  • Advance ¥2,000
  • On the day: ¥2,500

Companies mentioned:アソビシステム、Rockwel、Suupeas、月刊PAM、スパンコールグッドタイムズ、KiKi

Capsule Toy Sales Announcement: “阪神タイガース SNS-Style Acrylic Keychain”

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Price (tax included): 400 yen
  • 5 types in total

Companies mentioned:イエロー株式会社、阪神タイガース、株式会社トイズラボ

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