# AI News 180m Report｜2026-07-18 00:00–03:00 JST｜Page 1 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.

## TikTok summarizes the excitement during the FIFA World Cup 2026™

- Published: 2026-07-18T00:00:41+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001326.000030435.html
- anchor: #n1579283
- Companies mentioned: TikTok、FIFA、Panini

Facts:
- Total views of related content on @fifaworldcup during the tournament: approximately 24.1 billion
- Total videos using FIFA World Cup 2026™-related hashtags: approximately 20 million
- Total posts with #FIFAWorldCup: more than 11.5 million
- Live views on tournament media partner accounts: approximately 465 million
- Views of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ dedicated TikTok page: approximately 413 million
- Approximately 95 million people took part in the initiative

## Knives Out × Junji Ito Collection collaboration event set to launch July 18!

- Published: 2026-07-18T00:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000653.000071247.html
- anchor: #n1579284
- Companies mentioned: NetEase Games、NetEase Interactive Entertainment Pte. Ltd

Facts:
- 100 players land on a deserted island
- Cumulative circulation has exceeded 10 million copies
- You can earn up to 10 gacha pulls

## The burden of being a “child prodigy” who won the Japan Academy Film Prize for Newcomers at the youngest age for the film Rebirth, studying abroad in Malaysia, and overcoming a dark period of withdrawing from society. Now turning 20, Konomi Watanabe lays everything bare as she takes the stage

- Published: 2026-07-17T23:51:10+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000185424.html
- anchor: #n1579125
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社リクエージェンシー、CoRich、劇団NLT、ヒロサウンド、株式会社パン・プランニング

Facts:
- The stage production Shin Danrebo: My True Self 2026 opens on August 7, 2026
- August 7–9, 2026
- A seats: ¥8,000 advance / ¥8,500 at the door
- B seats: ¥7,000 advance / ¥7,500 at the door

## [Saitama, late-summer August] Safe collection of swollen mobile batteries and power tool batteries left in high temperatures in warehouses and garages｜On-site collection in Saitama, Kawaguchi and Koshigaya; ¥7,700 even where municipalities cannot collect them [Available throughout August]

- Published: 2026-07-17T23:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000327.000163141.html
- anchor: #n1579126
- Companies mentioned: SYSTR株式会社

Facts:
- First item: 7,700 yen (tax included)
- 2個目以降：1個につき 3,300円（税込）

## July 23 (Thu.) Webinar: Rethinking “human capital management” from the fundamentals—workplace conditions that help employees “take initiative and stay on the job”: visualization, systems and communication

- Published: 2026-07-17T23:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000081.000137317.html
- anchor: #n1579493
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エムステージ、株式会社エスプールプラス、キリンビバレッジ株式会社

Facts:
- Retention rate: 92%
- 2,450 client companies
- 7,200 business locations
- Capital: 50 million yen

## Notice of office relocation

- Published: 2026-07-17T22:33:39+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000179167.html
- anchor: #n1579541
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Green Battery

Facts:
- Relocation date: May 2026 (planned)

## In the sweltering summer, bring company events indoors too: グレイドパーク launches a “watermelon-splitting set” for a summer festival experience

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:24:04+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000030.000039049.html
- anchor: #n1579163
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社あどばる、TIME SHARING、グレイドパーク

Facts:
- Price: ¥50,000 (excluding tax)
- Cumulative users total 3.5 million
- More than 300 rooms

## [At Kanda Myojin] Explore the traditional festival culture passed down from the Edo period to today! Edo Festival Culture Lecture: “Koshigaya Autumn Festival and the Float Doll ‘Dragon God’” to be held August 30 (Sun.)

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:23:17+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000064394.html
- anchor: #n1579164
- Companies mentioned: 神田神社、越ヶ谷市本町一丁目町内会、久伊豆神社、旭化成ホームズ株式会社、旭化成不動産レジデンス株式会社、江戸祭礼文化講座実行委員会、日本人形文化研究所

Facts:
- Made in Meiji 4 (1871)
- Capacity: 100 people
- Course fee: ¥1,000

## Aptitude test Decider® officially adds support for Passkey authentication

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:22:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000185478.html
- anchor: #n1579165
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スターリーグ、Decider®、Google

Facts:
- Japanese Trademark Registration No. 6629684
- U.S. Registered Trademark 98236069

## Develops a decision engine for “where to live” using generative AI alone

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:21:28+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000042.000075199.html
- anchor: #n1579166
- Companies mentioned: FREEDOM X株式会社、Anthropic社

Facts:
- 431 regions nationwide
- 27 public statistical indicators
- Projected population for 2050

## Underwriting of a privately placed bond backed by a bank guarantee (大丸通商株式会社)

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:21:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000176.000166651.html
- anchor: #n1579167
- Companies mentioned: 大丸通商株式会社、株式会社 中国銀行

Facts:
- Issue amount: 50 million yen
- Term: 5 years
- Capital: ¥12 million
- Sales: ¥565 million (fiscal year ended September 2025)

## [Relocation and reopening on July 17, 2026 (Fri.)] “メガネの愛眼 イオン Ebina Ekimae Store” opens!

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000308.000045515.html
- anchor: #n1579170
- Companies mentioned: 愛眼株式会社、メガネの愛眼、イオン、Ray-Ban、COACH、POLICE、LINE ART、Signia、Phonak、oticon、Nikon、FURLA

Facts:
- Achieved cumulative sales of 1 million units
- From a selection of more than 1,000 varieties
- Capital: ¥5,478 million
- Established: January 11, 1961

## Legal automation platform OLGA wins for the 3rd consecutive term in 3 categories at ITreview Grid Award 2026 Summer: CLM, AI contract review/legal checks, and contract management systems

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000454.000033386.html
- anchor: #n1579169
- Companies mentioned: GVA TECH株式会社、アイティクラウド株式会社、ITreview

Facts:
- In the AI contract review/legal checks category, this marks 11 consecutive terms of recognition as either Leader or High Performer
- Approximately 160,000 user reviews
- Eliminated the work involved in managing records in Excel and storing files, previously more than 10,000 cases annually
- Legal consultations, which numbered about 2,700 per year, fell to 900 or fewer.
- Cut time spent on overseas legal matters by 95%

## Koshien History Museum to hold “2026 Summer High School Baseball Exhibition” starting July 28 (Tue.) — Featuring the history of Okinawa teams and a special collaboration exhibition with “Netto Koshien”

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003672.000005180.html
- anchor: #n1579168
- Companies mentioned: 阪神電気鉄道株式会社、朝日放送テレビ、テレビ朝日、阪急阪神ホールディングス

Facts:
- Starting July 28 (Tue.)
- Until August 30 (Sunday)
- Uniforms from all 49 schools on display
- Adults: 900 yen
- High school students: 700 yen
- Children: 500 yen

## [Employee benefits support] Underwriting of an SDGs privately placed bond, “Work Style Reform Type” (エルセット株式会社)

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:19:50+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000175.000166651.html
- anchor: #n1579171
- Companies mentioned: エルセット株式会社、株式会社福利厚生倶楽部中国、株式会社リロクラブ、株式会社 中国銀行

Facts:
- Sales: ¥221 million (fiscal year ended March 2026)
- Issue amount: 50 million yen
- Term: 5 years

## [Summer vacation independent research] “Will school backpacks still be necessary 10 years from now?” A research workshop invites children to consider “the future normal”

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:18:55+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000088223.html
- anchor: #n1579172
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社BELLOWL

Facts:
- The event will be held on August 16, 2026 (Sun.)
- August 16, 2026 (Sun.), 13:00–16:00 (doors open at 12:30)

## From ¥199,000—reservations now open for the 3rd presale of the popular ENNE ZERO! A multi-manufacturer test-ride event will be held at イオンレイクタウンmori on July 21 (Tue.), 10:00–17:00.

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:17:24+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000258.000078121.html
- anchor: #n1579173
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ENNE、イオンレイクタウンmori

Facts:
- 199,000 yen (tax excluded)
- 229,000 yen (before tax)
- Presales are on track to approach 5,000 units sold
- Speed mode 20 km/h
- Throttle-powered travel (KM) 50
- Distance when riding (KM): 142 km
- Maximum vehicle load (KG): 150 kg
- Rated output (W) 600W
- Maximum instantaneous power (W) 1500W

## ディオール Prestige Premium Cleanser

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:17:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000636.000014810.html
- anchor: #n1579174
- Companies mentioned: ディオール、パルファン・クリスチャン・ディオール・ジャポン株式会社

Facts:
- 130mL ¥15,000 (base price)
- ¥13,000 (base price) / ¥14,300 (tax included)
- 150mL ¥12,100 (base price) / ¥13,310 (tax included)
- Net weight 110g ¥11,800 (base price) / ¥12,980 (tax included)

## Alternative investment platform オルタナバンク releases “Cumulative Applications Exceed ¥80 Billion Commemorative Fund Part6 ID1123”

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:16:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000866.000013809.html
- anchor: #n1579175
- Companies mentioned: SAMURAI証券株式会社、オルタナバンク

Facts:
- Fund commemorating cumulative applications surpassing 80 billion yen
- Total offering: ¥134.17 million
- Target yield: 8% (before tax)
- Minimum investment: 10,000 yen
- Additional investment increments: 10,000 yen
- Minimum funding threshold: Investment applications totaling at least 10 million yen
- Capital: 99,000,000 yen (October 2024)

## オンラインレッスン受講したら30%ポイントバック、7月19日「カフェトークの日」キャンペーン

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:15:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000914.000007081.html
- anchor: #n1579176
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スモールブリッジ、カフェトーク

Facts:
- 30％
- 92 countries worldwide
- 140 countries
- July 19

## Where business and art meet: a gathering of practitioners. The Entrepreneurs Art Association will hold its annual THE ENTREPRENEUR ART DAY 2026 at Tokyo Innovation Base on August 24

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:14:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000184247.html
- anchor: #n1579177
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人起業家アート協会、株式会社Interas、株式会社里山パブリックリレーションズ、株式会社ハナタバ、ASTRA FOOD PLAN株式会社、株式会社アイデミー、AGホールディングス株式会社、合同会社かけるアート、株式会社家's、寺田倉庫株式会社、NTTドコモ、クレー株式会社、ACTA+、株式会社アルファドライブ、株式会社事業人、株式会社プラスアート

Facts:
- Expected attendance: approximately 200–300 people
- The Entrepreneurs Art Association, a general incorporated association, was established in January 2025 to promote and raise awareness of this field, bring the business and art sectors closer together, foster entrepreneurs with a strong appreciation for culture, and bring economic support to Japan’s art scene.
- Live 4-minute talks by 12 people working at the intersection of business and art.

## From “using AI casually” to “using it correctly and quickly.” In-person AI training for businesses launches in August

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:12:15+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000143.000058518.html
- anchor: #n1579178
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社シンミドウ

Facts:
- The course begins on August 20, 2026 (Thu.)
- The course will be held over 5 sessions
- 30,000円（税込33,000円）／1名
- Capital: 10 million yen

## 81GALLERY FACTORY店 has obtained certification as a maintenance workshop from the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism. The company is strengthening its one-stop car-life support, from sales through maintenance.

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:11:52+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000181802.html
- anchor: #n1579179
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ラドルフ、81GALLERY、81GALLERY FACTORY店、メルセデス・ベンツ

Facts:
- 認証番号：近運整認大 第12110A号
- Maintenance experience spans about 30 years

## Melon-sweet corn ships for the first time this season and goes on sale at the farm shop (7/18) [八ヶ岳農業大学校]

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:11:29+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000161075.html
- anchor: #n1579180
- Companies mentioned: 八ヶ岳農業大学校、公益財団法人農村更生協会、楽天ふるさと納税、さとふる、ふるさとチョイス

Facts:
- A plateau at an elevation of 1,300m
- Maximum sugar content: 22 degrees
- Vast fields with about 100,000 plants
- Annual sunshine duration: 2188.4 hours

## A card for paying in foreign currencies: GLOBAL PASS. Cumulative overseas shopping payments top ¥100 billion

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:11:22+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000172799.html
- anchor: #n1579181
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SMBC信託銀行、Visa、Alipay、WeChat Pay、Uber、Grab

Facts:
- Cumulative overseas shopping payments top ¥100 billion
- From 2022 to 2025, annual overseas spending with GLOBAL PASS grew from about ¥13 billion to about ¥27 billion
- Foreign currency deposits in 17 currencies
- Accepted in 199 countries and regions around the world, including the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Australia and countries across Asia
- As cashless payments continue to spread, GLOBAL PASS is used to pay at educational institutions abroad in 97 countries

## Qualitative research abroad to get closer to the realities of global consumers: methods and case studies introduced in a free webinar for marketers

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000169.000122181.html
- anchor: #n1579185
- Companies mentioned: イプソス株式会社

Facts:
- With offices in more than 90 countries around the world
- Has more than 18,000 employees
- Founded in France in 1975
- Listed on Euronext Paris since July 1, 1999

## “Ao Oni 2” and the all-new “Ao Oni: Seaside School” arrive on Nintendo Switch™ and Steam®! On sale August 6

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000887.000008567.html
- anchor: #n1579184
- Companies mentioned: LiTMUS株式会社、株式会社ゲームスタジオ、Nintendo Switch™、Steam®

Facts:
- August 6, 2026
- 1,200 yen

## Survey on shochu: Just over 30% of respondents drink shochu. The most popular way to drink it is with water, chosen by just over 20% of shochu drinkers, while “on the rocks,” “with hot water” and “with citrus flavor and soda water” each ranked in the 10% range

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001802.000007815.html
- anchor: #n1579183
- Companies mentioned: マイボイスコム株式会社

Facts:
- Just over 30% of respondents drink shochu
- “With water” was chosen by 20.3%
- Just over 40% said they would like to drink shochu in the future
- More than 80% among those who drink shochu at least 2–3 days a month

## 六甲山アスレチックパークGREENIA 開業5周年および来場者数100万人突破 フィッシャーズが「1,000万円奢ります！」＆「夢をかなえる」Wキャンペーンを開催！

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003671.000005180.html
- anchor: #n1579182
- Companies mentioned: 阪神電気鉄道株式会社、六甲山観光株式会社、フィッシャーズ、阪急阪神ホールディングス

Facts:
- Visitor numbers surpass 1 million
- フィッシャーズがGREENIAの入場料総額1,000万円分を奢ります
- Athletic challenges with a total of 174 points
- フィッシャーズが監修する計126ポイントのアスレチック

## Japan’s leading online lesson service, カフェトーク, launches an all-participants-win summer vacation 7-day challenge campaign

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:09:39+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000913.000007081.html
- anchor: #n1579186
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スモールブリッジ、カフェトーク

Facts:
- 7-day challenge lesson pack
- NEXT Book Card worth 500 yen
- カフェトーク points: 1,000 points
- 35 types of “lesson packs to accomplish something in 7 days”
- Instructors from more than 90 countries around the world

## Kyoto Station Building becomes a “summer festival venue” for 9 days! The 13th Shimogyo-Kyoto Station Area Summer Festa <Station Building Week> runs Aug. 1–Aug. 9

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:09:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002132.000095753.html
- anchor: #n1579187
- Companies mentioned: 京都駅ビル開発株式会社、西本願寺、東本願寺、興正寺、下京区役所、近隣商店街、京都サンガF.C.、J.R西日本

Facts:
- 15,000 LEDs installed on the grand staircase display vivid fireworks footage
- A “Nodojiman” singing contest will pit 17 top groups from companies and organizations around Kyoto Station against one another!

## A captivating wonderland comes to Fukuoka! Fukuoka Castle Night Market runs for 10 days, from Aug. 7 (Fri.) to Aug. 16 (Sun.)

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:09:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000166441.html
- anchor: #n1579188
- Companies mentioned: 福岡城ナイトマーケット実行委員会

Facts:
- About 30 restaurant and food truck owners will build the venue from the ground up

## The 13th Shimogyo-Kyoto Station Area Summer Festa <Station Building Week> — Sanga Festival ahead of opening

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:08:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002133.000095753.html
- anchor: #n1579189
- Companies mentioned: 西日本旅客鉄道株式会社、京都駅ビル開発株式会社、株式会社京都パープルサンガ、京都サンガF.C.、JR西日本

Facts:
- The 13th Shimogyo-Kyoto Station Area Summer Festa
- 2026 season
- Sunday, August 2, 2026, 16:00–19:00
- 40 people will be selected by lottery to receive admission passes and special prizes
- Number of winners: 300

## In-person seminar: M&A Navi to hold an owners-only seminar in Osaka on August 22 titled “We’ll lay bare M&A negotiations!! How prices are set and why deals fall through”

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:08:27+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000073.000034108.html
- anchor: #n1579190
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社M&Aナビ、株式会社光井コミュニティ、（株）光井JAPAN、（株）ポータルズ

Facts:
- 開催日時：2026年8月22日（土）19時00分〜20時00分
- Capacity: about 10 people
- 25 minutes set aside for questions and answers

## Turn your room into a beach-resort café. Moonlight Jazz Blue and JAZZ PARADISE release “Jazz Piano for a Café: Summer Selection”

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:07:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000760.000068516.html
- anchor: #n1579191
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クロア、Moonlight Jazz Blue、JAZZ PARADISE、Sugar Candy、RELAX WORLD

Facts:
- Starting July 17, 2026

## Begins evaluating the performance of perovskite solar cells toward the practical application of next-generation solar power technology

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:07:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000105.000128398.html
- anchor: #n1579192
- Companies mentioned: 東北電力株式会社、株式会社倉元製作所

Facts:
- On the grounds of the Tohoku Electric Power Research and Development Center (Aoba Ward, Sendai)

## Kosuke Fukudome and Yoshio Itoi challenge their own abilities!? The “dynamic duo” joins Prospi A with new abilities

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:07:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001455.000050711.html
- anchor: #n1579193
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コナミデジタルエンタテインメント、KONAMI

Facts:
- Surpasses 73 million downloads
- 2026 season
- Starts in September
- Scheduled for late December

## [Hida-Takayama, 岐阜県高山市] A new digital archive has been released.

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:06:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000383.000124925.html
- anchor: #n1579194
- Companies mentioned: 岐阜県高山市、高山市役所ブランド戦略課、車田保存会

Facts:
- For more than about 40 years in Ichinomiya Town, Takayama City (former Miya Village)
- It currently exists in only 2 locations: Sado City, Niigata Prefecture, and Matsunoki-cho, Takayama City

## Redefining administrative capacity in the AI era as “Administrative AX.” A white paper, “Administrative AX: Transforming Administrative Capacity, Not Just Introducing AI,” presents an implementation framework aligned with Digital Agency and Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications guidelines and is being made available exclusively to municipal mayors, executives and assembly members

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:06:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000346.000033909.html
- anchor: #n1579195
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アルファドライブ、AX for Revenue Institute、アルファドライブ地域経済研究所

Facts:
- Generative AI adoption rate among local governments: 87.2% for prefectures
- 90.0% for designated cities
- 29.9% for other cities, wards, towns and villages
- Total: 56 pages (A4 portrait, PDF)

## Coach Hajime Moriyasu and player Shogo Taniguchi to appear! Announcement of the final and cast for the “FIFA World Cup 2026”

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:04:28+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000084.000160617.html
- anchor: #n1579196
- Companies mentioned: NHK、スペイン、アルゼンチン、日本代表、東京ヴェルディ、柏レイソル

Facts:
- 19-year-old “prodigy” Yamal
- Commentates on more than 200 matches a year!

## 秋田市公式 Instagram 魅力発見コンテスト開催！

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:02:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000074.000118526.html
- anchor: #n1579197
- Companies mentioned: 秋田市、あきたづくし、大森動物園

Facts:
- Grand prize (photo and video categories): 1 winner in each category, worth ¥30,000
- Runner-up prize (photo and video categories): 1 winner in each category, worth ¥10,000
- Judges’ Special Award: 5 winners, worth ¥3,000

## Applications open for “TRIUMPH NATIONAL RALLY 2026”! This year’s admission ticket is the “TRIUMPH PASSPORT”‼

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:02:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000545.000031383.html
- anchor: #n1579198
- Companies mentioned: トライアンフモーターサイクルズジャパン株式会社、TRIUMPH

Facts:
- 750 yen before tax
- 3 winners
- ３ months
- Ride experiences on up to 3 bikes
- Same-day entry fee: 1,000 yen
- Death or permanent disability: ¥5 million
- Hospitalization: ¥5,000
- Outpatient visits: ¥2,500

## 貴船きらく, a long-established Kyoto riverside restaurant founded in Taisho 10, opens for the 2026 season on July 20 (Mon.). This year only, enjoy a “live grill” with fresh seafood grilled right before your eyes

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:01:39+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000184153.html
- anchor: #n1579199
- Companies mentioned: 貴船きらく、江藤家

Facts:
- 貴船きらく, founded 105 years ago
- This year's riverside dining season opens on July 20, 2026 (Monday)
- Price (tax included): ¥35,000
- 500g of domestic beef tenderloin: ¥15,000

## A refreshing new summer ritual! Cool down with chilled “drinkable dashi.” Summer-only menu: [Cold dashi soup, Japanese-style and matcha] available for takeout at 2 茅乃舎 locations in Tokyo from July 21 (Tuesday)

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:59+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000274.000079541.html
- anchor: #n1579200
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社久原本家、久原本家グループ、茅乃舎

Facts:
- [Price] ¥250 (tax included)
- [Price] ¥300 (tax included)
- [Price] ¥2,268 (tax included)
- [Price] ¥1,069 (tax included)

## —Celebrating 35 years since opening—ヨコハマ グランド インターコンチネンタル ホテル to hold wedding events for couples who held their ceremonies and receptions at the hotel, marking its 35th anniversary

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000143.000015522.html
- anchor: #n1579201
- Companies mentioned: ヨコハマ グランド インターコンチネンタル ホテル、インターコンチネンタル ホテルズ&リゾーツ、IHGホテルズ&リゾーツ

Facts:
- 35th anniversary
- About 20,000 couples have held their wedding ceremonies and receptions at the hotel over its 35 years
- ■ Price (tax included): ¥5,500 (delivery of 1 photo file)
- 242 properties in more than 70 countries worldwide
- Has 242 properties and 77,027 rooms in more than 70 countries worldwide
- More than 7,000 operating hotels in over 100 countries worldwide
- More than 1 million rooms
- A development pipeline of more than 2,300 hotels
- Approximately 400,000 staff work at IHG hotels and corporate offices around the world

## 資生堂 discovers that “celery-family herb extract” has a dual effect on skin: removing aging cells and increasing healthy cells — applying research insights from more than 20 years of regenerative medicine research

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:22+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003153.000005794.html
- anchor: #n1579202
- Companies mentioned: 資生堂、株式会社資生堂

Facts:
- For more than 20 years, the company has conducted a wide range of basic and clinical research related to regenerative medicine for skin and hair

## “Every day is a little better when you have a favorite.” August 8 is 『LOVOT』 Day. “LOVOT Day 2026” brings people and robots together, inspiring affection

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000505.000055543.html
- anchor: #n1579203
- Companies mentioned: GROOVE X株式会社、LOVOT、MIRAI ROBO SQUARE、ウェスティンホテル東京

Facts:
- The theme for 2026 is “Every day is a little better when you have a favorite.”
- Limited to 88 people
- Participation fee: ¥28,000 per person

## The 「ZETA DIVISION」 APEX LEGENDS team takes an impressive 5th place at 『Esports World Cup 2026』.

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000205.000041650.html
- anchor: #n1579204
- Companies mentioned: GANYMEDE株式会社、ZETA DIVISION

Facts:
- Placed 5th
- $75 million (about ¥11.5 billion)
- 30 million dollars

## 2027年日本上陸の英チャールズ国王の母校「ゴードンストウン」非認知能力を育む「インパクト・チャレンジ・サマー2026」カリキュラムを発表

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000187285.html
- anchor: #n1579319
- Companies mentioned: ゴードンストウン、ゴードンストウン・ジャパン、学校法人OCC、リンダ・クルーズ、ナターシャ・デンジャーフィールド、チャールズ3世国王、エディンバラ公フィリップ、The Duke of Edinburgh's Award、DofE

Facts:
- It will be held in August 2026
- The number of participants is limited to about 20
- Participation fee: ¥330,000
- Founded in Scotland in 1934
- More than 2 million people participate

## “Drink-in wine shop” WINE STORE 16℃ opens in Sakurashinmachi

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000184498.html
- anchor: #n1579318
- Companies mentioned: WINE STORE 16℃、青山16℃、Makuake

Facts:
- Has operated in the Omotesando and Aoyama area for 15 years
- About 120 carefully selected natural wines
- 期間：July 19 to August 30, 2026 (planned)
- Opening date: Friday, July 24, 2026

## Children's interests shape the future! Inquiry-based learning project “Curiosity Base 2026” launches

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000165992.html
- anchor: #n1579317
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社全教研、日本航空株式会社

Facts:
- Operates a total of 80 classrooms
- A 64-year history since its founding
- Capacity: 20 people
- 23 students
- 16 parents and guardians
- A total of 39 people took part
- Capital: 100 million yen

## The full itinerary for “Aomori Quest 2026” has been unveiled. From August 4 to 6, the 2-night, 3-day study tour will visit Hachinohe, Aomori and Rokkasho, bringing together about 100 people from outside the prefecture and key figures in Aomori

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000182179.html
- anchor: #n1579316
- Companies mentioned: 4S株式会社、株式会社サンブラッソ・エイティーブイ、Pono Style株式会社、合同会社MintAnd、株式会社ごり-やく、株式会社青森みちのく銀行、株式会社天地人

Facts:
- Approximately 100 people from outside the prefecture
- Approximately 50 people from within the prefecture
- 27 illuminated festival floats

## 大阪公立大学・（株）ダナフォーム・コンゴ民主共和国/国立生物医学研究所（INRB）がエボラウイルス病携帯型迅速診断システムの開発に着手

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000186938.html
- anchor: #n1579315
- Companies mentioned: 大阪公立大学、株式会社ダナフォーム、国立生物医学研究所（INRB）、公益社団法人グローバルヘルス技術振興基金（GHIT Fund）、世界保健機関（WHO）、防衛装備庁、AMED、株式会社Mirai Genomics

Facts:
- A prototype BDBV test kit was produced about 40 days after development began
- Achieve practical implementation of “medical countermeasures (MCM),” including diagnostics, treatments and vaccines, within “100 days” of the WHO's PHEIC declaration
- Initial laboratory evaluations confirmed an LOD of ≤200 copies per cartridge
- Portable (460g) and battery-powered (7.2VDC, 21.6Wh), with 8 tests possible on 1 charge
- Results are available about 30 minutes after blood collection
- Initial laboratory evaluations observed no cross-reactivity with 86 microbial species

## Make the most of this summer vacation at Hikarigaoka IMA! “IMA Summer Vacation Events” to be held!

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000181012.html
- anchor: #n1579314
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社新都市ライフホールディングス、Think Squares、VILLAGE VANGUARD、ボルトボルズ、株式会社 京王エージェンシー

Facts:
- Participation fee: ¥1,000 (tax included; cash only)
- Participation fee: ¥500 (tax included; cash only)
- Present a shopping receipt totaling at least ¥1,000 (tax included) for entry for up to 5 people in 1 group.

## An innovator in plastic-free, plant-based packaging and a globally recognized fair-trade banana fiber manufacturer launch a strategic partnership for circular innovation

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000064069.html
- anchor: #n1579313
- Companies mentioned: LIPLID AB、株式会社ワンプラネット・カフェ、FibreFlow AS

Facts:
- Headquarters: Stockholm
- Head office: Minato-ku, Tokyo
- A globally recognized fair-trade value chain (WFTO-certified)

## 夏休み前に知っておきたい、10代の「性のモヤモヤ」「セイシル」約16,000件の相談データから見えた、大人が気づきにくい性の不安

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000111841.html
- anchor: #n1579312
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TENGAヘルスケア、セイシル

Facts:
- Age 13 / first-year junior high school student
- 約170件の相談
- 130件以上が10代からの相談
- More than 500 comments
- 2,700 registered users
- 330,000 sheets

## Lighthouse Studio conducts survey on attitudes toward game collaboration events

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000141545.html
- anchor: #n1579311
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Lighthouse Studio、株式会社CARTA HOLDINGS、神ゲー攻略、Kaubel、LIT LIVE

Facts:
- A total of 67.6% have started playing or returned to a game because of a collaboration
- The biggest collaboration-related turnoff: “Low drop rates make the pressure to spend feel intense,” at 39.0%
- A total of 39.7% have quit a game after getting tired of collaborations that put heavy pressure on spending
- Number of respondents: 300

## アクサ・ホールディングス・ジャパン holds “AXA Week for Good,” a volunteer month for employees

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000171294.html
- anchor: #n1579310
- Companies mentioned: アクサ・ホールディングス・ジャパン、アクサグループ、アクサ生命、アクサ損害保険、シャイン・オン・キッズ、日本ブラインドサッカー協会、日本ユネスコ協会連盟、ゼロカーボン北海道推進基金、ヘラルボニー、JOY倶楽部

Facts:
- A total of 6,878 employees took part
- Unique participants: 5,389
- A total of ¥2,607,000 is scheduled to be donated to the following 4 organizations
- 5,214 people participated
- With 156,000 employees
- Provides services to 92 million customers
- Revenue of 115.5 billion euros
- Underlying earnings were €8.4 billion

## 株式会社STYLE unveils a new brand logo symbolizing the brand's evolution

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000153735.html
- anchor: #n1579309
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社STYLE、ブランドコミュニケーションズ

Facts:
- Event-based purchasing accounts for about 1.2% of the overall purchasing market

## Sales have begun for accommodation plans offered by ホテル 絶景の館 through travel media 「旅色」

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000026.000181930.html
- anchor: #n1579308
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社旅色トラベル、ホテル 絶景の館、株式会社ブランジスタ

Facts:
- The hotel is about a 15–20-minute walk from the station
- About 10 minutes from the Matsushima Kaigan IC

## To mark the launch of claneclub, a collaboration item with dancer KYOKA is now available.

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000034.000060206.html
- anchor: #n1579307
- Companies mentioned: CLANE DESIGN株式会社、claneclub、KYOKA

Facts:
- ¥22,000+tax
- ¥7,000+tax
- ¥20,000+tax
- ¥8,000+tax

## Works by artists with disabilities bring color to everyday life. Fifth design of eco- and socially friendly sanitizing products goes on sale: “ジェームズマーティン Fresh Sanitizer 4.8L Refill Bag-in-Box”

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000037.000080260.html
- anchor: #n1579306
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファーストコレクション、ジェームズマーティン、株式会社フォーシーズ、studio nucca

Facts:
- ジェームズマーティン Fresh Sanitizer 4.8L Refill Bag-in-Box
- ¥6,075 (tax included)
- Approximately 45% less plastic

## From “I want to study at this university” to “I’m glad I chose this university”: students and co-op staff design a message to share at the start of the new academic year

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000042.000173187.html
- anchor: #n1579305
- Companies mentioned: 全国大学生活協同組合連合会、弘前大学、近畿大学

Facts:
- 33 member cooperatives nationwide
- 132 people took part
- Approximately 8.7% of students at 弘前大学 are involved with the co-op

## Applications open for the 2nd official ambassador to promote the appeal of Phalaenopsis orchids! | フラワースミスギフト, a specialist orchid website

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000044.000086671.html
- anchor: #n1579304
- Companies mentioned: フラワースミスギフト、株式会社frantolive

Facts:
- Number of recruits: 10
- Activity period: 2 months (August–September)
- During their term, ambassadors will post about the appeal of フラワースミスギフト’s Phalaenopsis orchids at least 3 times in total.

## “Ao Oni 2” and the all-new “Ao Oni: Seaside School” arrive on Nintendo Switch™ and Steam®! On sale August 6

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000048.000070730.html
- anchor: #n1579303
- Companies mentioned: LiTMUS株式会社、株式会社ゲームスタジオ、Nintendo Switch、Steam

Facts:
- On sale for Nintendo Switch™ and Steam® on August 6, 2026
- Retail price：¥1,200 (tax included)

## Formed a business partnership with 株式会社第一興商

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000049.000120636.html
- anchor: #n1579302
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社パルマ、株式会社第一興商、日本郵便

Facts:
- Number of rooms: 5
- Monthly usage fee: ¥41,800
- Capital: ¥600 million
- Employees: 43

## ヴォワリエブックス releases Volume ３ of the wuxia novel “Lotus Tower (Renkaro)” today, July 17, 2026, at bookstores nationwide

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000058.000019746.html
- anchor: #n1579301
- Companies mentioned: ヴォワリエブックス、日販アイ・ピー・エス株式会社、ジュンク堂書店、紀伊國屋書店、三省堂書店、honto、ebookjapan、DMMブックス、ブックライブ、エスピーオー

Facts:
- List price: ¥2,530 (¥2,300 before 10% tax)
- Format and pages: 四六判 paperback, 376 pages
- X repost campaign offering a chance to win an original book gift card worth ¥1,000
- Employees: 83 (as of April 1, 2026)
- Capital: 100 million yen

## The 2nd floor of the former Ikebukuro Public Health Center site to become a “secret base” for children and young people. “Ura Toshima,” Toshima Ward’s first urban sports hub, opens July 18

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000059.000024986.html
- anchor: #n1579300
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社MoveX、HIGHSOX SKATEBOARDS、CARSE ONE、株式会社meleap、一般財団法人 uni 三菱鉛筆表現革新振興財団

Facts:
- July 18, 2026

## プリペアード begins recruiting sales agents in Nagasaki Prefecture for security and infrastructure products, including PLATIAⅢ with its nuisance-call protection feature

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000061.000159968.html
- anchor: #n1579299
- Companies mentioned: プリペアード、PLATIAⅢ、NetStable、GE2000

Facts:
- Established in 2021

## UBX JAPAN | Providing full support for Shooto world champion Ayaka Watanabe’s challenge

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000062.000135524.html
- anchor: #n1579298
- Companies mentioned: UBX JAPAN、AACC、IDEA ASAKUSA、高本道場、UBX

Facts:
- VIP ¥25,000
- RS ¥15,000
- SS ¥12,000
- S ¥10,000
- More than 100 stores worldwide
- July 20, 2026

## Aiup launches a new range of cute merchandise featuring expressive characters from “Minions & Monsters”! Expected in late July!

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000064.000029867.html
- anchor: #n1579297
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アイアップ、Universal City Studios LLC、Universal Studios Licensing LLC

Facts:
- Price: 880 yen each (tax included)
- Price: 550 yen each (tax included)
- Scheduled to go on sale at retailers nationwide from late July 2026
- Opens nationwide on Friday, August 7, 2026.

## 【茨城県常陸太田市】道の駅ひたちおおた10周年 大感謝祭を開催！

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000072.000120863.html
- anchor: #n1579296
- Companies mentioned: 常陸太田市、JA、武藤観光農園、ひたちおおたチーズ工房、立川醤油店、太田西山高校、太田一高ダンス部、常陸太田少年少女合唱団、ZUMBA★KIDS、野村秀樹、パルティッシモ、道の駅さとみ、Kanasago Brewery、磯山純、マシコタツロウ

Facts:
- JA直売所での3,000円以上のお買い上げレシート1枚につき1回抽選
- ひたちおおたチーズ工房の新商品を1日50食限定で味わえます。
- Customers who spend ¥1,000 or more on merchandise can receive one gift by showing their receipt. (Limited to the first 100 people each day.)
- 15 shops showcasing the charms of satoyama, including farm-direct produce, gourmet food and crafts, will gather!

## HATALUCK to exhibit at “Hotel & Restaurant Show & FOODEX JAPAN in Kansai 2026”

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000079.000037182.html
- anchor: #n1579295
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社HataLuck and Person、一般社団法人日本能率協会

Facts:
- Food products essential to daily life rose 3.5%
- More than 100,000 stores nationwide
- 300,000 users
- 20,000 locations using the service

## Chiba local history researcher 明里（あけさと） offers an in-depth guide to Chiba’s top recommended inns! “Chiba, Shimi, Jimi: An Inn That Weaves Time” to be released September 30, 2026

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000085.000053892.html
- anchor: #n1579294
- Companies mentioned: ３０３ＢＯＯＫＳ株式会社、303BOOKS、シナノ印刷

Facts:
- List price: ¥2,000 (¥1,818 before tax)
- Page count: 160 pages
- Release date: Sept. 30, 2026

## The science behind “I know, but can’t get started.” Joint research into “23 healthcare drivers” that encourage health behaviors based on behavioral economics

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000085.000089360.html
- anchor: #n1579293
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社朝日広告社、大阪大学社会経済研究所附属行動経済学研究センター

Facts:
- 23 healthcare drivers™
- Drivers previously organized into 17 categories
- Added 6 new healthcare drivers

## AthleteJapan株式会社 launches its official website and social media accounts, bringing next-generation “CSR-based” athlete partnerships—supporting careers and contributing to society—within reach

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000088.000096742.html
- anchor: #n1579292
- Companies mentioned: AthleteJapan株式会社、サステナブルホールディングス株式会社、MIRAI株式会社、一般社団法人 MIRAI国際教育機構

Facts:
- The official website of Athlete Japan Co., Ltd., relaunched in June 2026
- Minimum contract fees often range from several million yen to tens of millions of yen

## 内田洋行ITソリューションズ expands the scope of its ISMS certification (ISO/IEC 27001) to cover all software development and systems engineering divisions

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000093.000127133.html
- anchor: #n1579291
- Companies mentioned: 内田洋行ITソリューションズ、BSIグループジャパン株式会社

Facts:
- Capital: ¥460 million
- Initial certification registration date: February 24, 2023
- Latest renewal date: June 18, 2026 (ISO/IEC 27001:2022+Amd 1:2024 / JIS Q 27001:2025
- January 16, 2026 (ISO/IEC 27017:2015 (cloud security))

## [DRIMAGE JAPAN Press Release] Next-generation team-based PvP title “Arkheron” event set for Sunday, July 19! Some guest details revealed for the “Kenki Custom Event,” bringing together top streamers

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000093.000162216.html
- anchor: #n1579290
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社DRIMAGE JAPAN、Bonfire Studios、Amazon

Facts:
- Amazon gift card worth 3,000 yen
- 20 winners

## [August 8 is LOVOT Day] Life is a little better when you have a favorite. “Robot Community Day” to be held at MIRAI ROBO SQUARE

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000093.000163436.html
- anchor: #n1579289
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ノジマ、GROOVE X株式会社、LOVOT、MIRAI ROBO SQUARE

Facts:
- Date and time: Saturday, August 8, 2026, 12:00–16:00
- Opening hours: 10:00–17:00

## Autify wins the Special Award (Digital Utilization) at the IT Association’s Customer Support Awards 2026

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000100.000049466.html
- anchor: #n1579288
- Companies mentioned: オーティファイ株式会社、公益社団法人企業情報化協会、Intercom Fin

Facts:
- 24 companies received awards in fiscal 2026
- Guided users to resolve 50.7% of inquiries themselves
- Sustains an average resolution rate of 47.7%, rather than achieving it only temporarily
- Cut the time needed to create new help articles from 60 minutes to 15 minutes, a maximum reduction of 75%
- 3か月間の記事リリース数を15件から45件へと3倍に拡大

## オリジナルプリント.jp launches mini box tissues with 3D preview available for web-submitted designs

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000101.000085001.html
- anchor: #n1579287
- 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
- 1セット300点
- 1個あたり 203円
- Capital: ¥347.96 million

## “Local production and consumption of electricity” to boost the regional economy—今治あきない商社 and Imabari City sign cooperation agreement and launch a local power business [Imabari City, Ehime Prefecture]

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000104.000136949.html
- anchor: #n1579286
- Companies mentioned: 今治市役所、今治あきない商社

Facts:
- 6 public facilities in the city
- Donations received totaled ¥3.6 billion

## A cultural event you can experience only this summer opens: a summer series of ice cream, music, art and publishing presented by エースホテル京都

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000107.000053487.html
- anchor: #n1579285
- Companies mentioned: エースホテル京都、Harlow Ice Cream（ハーロウ アイスクリーム）、JunAle、BLANKMAG、hand saw press

Facts:
- 開催期間： 2026年7月20日（月）〜9月30日（水）
- Event date: July 19, 2026 (Sun.)
- Event dates: July 25 (Sat.)–26 (Sun.), 2026
- Event date: Aug. 3, 2026 (Mon.)
- Single: ¥800; Double: ¥1,500; Triple: ¥2,000

## Rising star Karen Mizuno, runner-up in the Uniform Award, joins the group! NIG2026 grand-prize winner コングラッチェ！, which received ¥10 million in prize money, expands to a 9-member lineup with 3 new members

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000114.000110737.html
- anchor: #n1579270
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社IVI Entertainment、コングラッチェ！、Ray

Facts:
- Prize money of 10 million yen
- 9-member lineup
- Priority ticket: ¥5,000
- Free ticket: ¥0

## Announcement: “Tokyo Ramen Festa 2026 Final” confirmed

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000122.000025861.html
- anchor: #n1579269
- Companies mentioned: 東京ラーメンフェスタ2026実行委員会、株式会社ラーメンデータバンク、東急電鉄、セブン-イレブン、全国製麺協同組合連合会、東京都レクリエーション協会

Facts:
- 12 popular shops, including those that have participated in previous years, will set up stalls.
- ラーメンは1杯1,100円。
- Advance tickets are scheduled to go on sale at セブン-イレブン locations nationwide from Sept. 15.

## ヒルトン名古屋 releases brand video “Stay Inspired in Nagoya”

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000143.000034342.html
- anchor: #n1579268
- Companies mentioned: ヒルトン名古屋、ヒルトン・ホテルズ＆リゾーツ、オアシス21、中部電力 MIRAI TOWER、徳川園、大須商店街、名古屋城、名古屋港水族館

Facts:
- Opened in 1989 as Nagoya’s first foreign-affiliated hotel
- 460 refined guest rooms, including suites
- Operates more than 600 hotels across 6 continents
- Video duration: 1 minute 59 seconds

## Zurich Life’s new business underwriting system “New Business 2.0” wins “AI Initiative of the Year” at the “Insurance Asia Awards 2026”

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000158.000005927.html
- anchor: #n1579267
- Companies mentioned: チューリッヒ生命保険株式会社、チューリッヒ・インシュアランス・グループ、Charlton Media Group、Zurich Insurance APAC

Facts:
- Raises the automated underwriting rate to 60%
- Cuts the time required for underwriting operations by 77%
- Provides services to more than 82 million customers in more than 200 countries and regions
- Has more than 65,000 employees

## Hotel supports children in Yamaguchi Prefecture in making memories and finding a place to belong! Super Hotel Yamaguchi Yuda Onsen offers a special lodging and work-experience plan for single-parent families in Yamaguchi Prefecture as a summer vacation support initiative for students

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000163.000038388.html
- anchor: #n1579266
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スーパーホテル、こども明日花プロジェクト、NPO法人山口せわやきネットワーク

Facts:
- 宿泊代金：1世帯1,000円
- 178 stores in Japan
- 2 locations overseas

## Introducing 白州 18 Year Old LIMITED EDITION: a head-to-head contest limited to 466 entries. The “Summer Festival Lucky Omikuji” offers a chance to win exceptionally rare bottles; sales begin July 17

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000170.000145472.html
- anchor: #n1579265
- Companies mentioned: タチバナE酒販、株式会社アップライジング、Amazon、楽天市場、Yahoo!ショッピング、宮崎どげんかせんとい館、白州、竹鶴、山崎、本坊酒造、ザ・マッカラン、イチローズ、矢部、√（ルート）

Facts:
- This promotion is limited to 466 entries.
- 価格は1口7,980円 送料無料。
- Sales start date: July 17, 2026

## エアウィーヴ ハンズららぽーと豊洲店がオープン

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000180.000031777.html
- anchor: #n1579264
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エアウィーヴ、ハンズ、ロフテー

Facts:
- For customers who spend 70,000 yen (tax included) or more
- The first 15 customers will receive an “Airweave Mini Cushion”

## [Bibai, Hokkaido] Experience tour with a community-building innovator in Bibai, Aug. 8 (Sat.)

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000187.000057912.html
- anchor: #n1579263
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社FoundingBase

Facts:
- University students: ¥4,000
- Working adults: ¥5,000
- Population of about 17,000

## 株式会社BONX appoints 2 new vice presidents

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000188.000020459.html
- anchor: #n1579262
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社BONX、パナソニック株式会社

Facts:
- Founded: November 2014

## Bitkey presents a special award to 東京農工大学 at the NHK Student Robot Contest

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000209.000040203.html
- anchor: #n1579261
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ビットキー、東京農工大学、NHK、NHKエンタープライズ

Facts:
- 全18チームの中から「特別賞」を授与いたしました
- “NHK Student Robot Contest 2026: ABU Asia-Pacific Robot Contest Representative Selection”
- Capital: ¥50,000,000 (as of May 28, 2026)

## The “Ojarumaru Anime 30th Anniversary Project” gets underway!

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000219.000019688.html
- anchor: #n1579260
- Companies mentioned: ㈱NHKエンタープライズ、株式会社バンダイ

Facts:
- The Ojarumaru anime will mark 30 years since its first broadcast on Oct. 5, 2027.
- Relax and enjoy 50 episodes that became known as “so-bad-they’re-good” masterpieces.
- Price: ¥2,500 each (excluding tax)
- Price: ¥300 each (tax included)
- Ojarumaru S: ¥4,730 (tax included)
- Ojarumaru Mascot: ¥3,190 (tax included)

## Support for workplace communication initiatives in employee well-being management; launches services to visualize health status and provide exercise programs

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000227.000118106.html
- anchor: #n1579259
- Companies mentioned: フラクタルワークアウト株式会社、BODY PALETTE

Facts:
- Address: 4F Harajuku Jingu no Mori, 1-14-34 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

## [Selected companies announced] 5 startups selected to participate in J-StarX UK HealthTech Launchpad Phase 1

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000252.000071241.html
- anchor: #n1579258
- Companies mentioned: 独立行政法人 日本貿易振興機構（ジェトロ）、King’s College London、London Institute for Healthcare Engineering（LIHE）、National Health Service（NHS）、アナウト株式会社、クアドリティクス株式会社、モッドアステラ株式会社、ヨクト株式会社、株式会社LIFESCAPES

Facts:
- ・Program period: July 2026–March 2027

## Blending traditional culture with the latest technology, the “Yosakoi Festival in Hikarigaoka Park 2026” offers new ways to enjoy festivals

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000286.000070978.html
- anchor: #n1579257
- Companies mentioned: XREAL、XREAL 株式会社、xbx

Facts:
- Approximately 500,000 people attended last year
- Approximately 60 teams from across Japan will gather

## Integrated platform “symphonyシリーズ” for used-car dealerships and auto repair businesses surpasses 5,000 user accounts

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000315.000022939.html
- anchor: #n1579256
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファブリカホールディングス、株式会社ファブリカコミュニケーションズ、symphonyシリーズ

## Instructors announced for the “Cocoon Actors Studio” 3rd-term special workshop!

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000326.000031037.html
- anchor: #n1579255
- Companies mentioned: Bunkamura、東急財団、コンドルズ、C/Ompany、OrganWorks、劇団イキウメ、コロネット・シアター、ケンブリッジ・アーツ・シアター、ヘッドロング、トラファルガー・スタジオ、アイリッシュ・レパートリー・シアター、ブリストル・オールド・ヴィックシアター、Altitude Films、BBC、DREAM BOY、テレビ朝日、小学館、テレビ東京、note、範宙遊泳、シアターコクーン

Facts:
- The 3rd term began in April 2026
- About 20 people per session
- Fee: ¥1,800 (tax included; all seats unreserved)
- The name will change to “東急財団 Cocoon Actors Studio” starting in fiscal 2027
- A public performance is planned for March 2028

## The Store House Limited (a consolidated subsidiary of the group) named Asia’s Most Trusted Self Storage Leader

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000365.000070816.html
- anchor: #n1579254
- Companies mentioned: The Store House Limited、Media Zone、ミツウロコグループホールディングス、Triforce Investments Pte. Ltd.

Facts:
- Celebrating its 25th anniversary this year
- More than 20 years in Asia