AI News 180m Report｜2026-07-18 00:00–03:00 JST｜Page 1 of 9https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.htmlOne 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.en TikTok summarizes the excitement during the FIFA World Cup 2026™https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579283https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579283Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:41 +0900JapanPR TIMES Knives Out × Junji Ito Collection collaboration event set to launch July 18!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579284https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579284Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 stagehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579125https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579125Fri, 17 Jul 2026 23:51:10 +0900JapanPR TIMES [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]https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579126https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579126Fri, 17 Jul 2026 23:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 communicationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579493https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579493Fri, 17 Jul 2026 23:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Notice of office relocationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579541https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579541Fri, 17 Jul 2026 22:33:39 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 experiencehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579163https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579163Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:24:04 +0900JapanPR TIMES [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.)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579164https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579164Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:23:17 +0900JapanPR TIMES Aptitude test Decider® officially adds support for Passkey authenticationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579165https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579165Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:22:45 +0900JapanPR TIMES Develops a decision engine for “where to live” using generative AI alonehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579166https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579166Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:21:28 +0900JapanPR TIMES Underwriting of a privately placed bond backed by a bank guarantee (大丸通商株式会社)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579167https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579167Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:21:08 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Relocation and reopening on July 17, 2026 (Fri.)] “メガネの愛眼 イオン Ebina Ekimae Store” opens!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579170https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579170Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:20:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 systemshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579169https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579169Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:20:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579168https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579168Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:20:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Employee benefits support] Underwriting of an SDGs privately placed bond, “Work Style Reform Type” (エルセット株式会社)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579171https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579171Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:19:50 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Summer vacation independent research] “Will school backpacks still be necessary 10 years from now?” A research workshop invites children to consider “the future normal”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579172https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579172Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:18:55 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579173https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579173Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:17:24 +0900JapanPR TIMES ディオール Prestige Premium Cleanserhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579174https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579174Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:17:11 +0900JapanPR TIMES Alternative investment platform オルタナバンク releases “Cumulative Applications Exceed ¥80 Billion Commemorative Fund Part6 ID1123”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579175https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579175Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:16:07 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579176https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579176Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:15:34 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 24https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579177https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579177Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:14:45 +0900JapanPR TIMES From “using AI casually” to “using it correctly and quickly.” In-person AI training for businesses launches in Augusthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579178https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579178Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:12:15 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579179https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579179Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:11:52 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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]https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579180https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579180Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:11:29 +0900JapanPR TIMES A card for paying in foreign currencies: GLOBAL PASS. Cumulative overseas shopping payments top ¥100 billionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579181https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579181Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:11:22 +0900JapanPR TIMES Qualitative research abroad to get closer to the realities of global consumers: methods and case studies introduced in a free webinar for marketershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579185https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579185Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES “Ao Oni 2” and the all-new “Ao Oni: Seaside School” arrive on Nintendo Switch™ and Steam®! On sale August 6https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579184https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579184Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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% rangehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579183https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579183Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579182https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579182Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Japan’s leading online lesson service, カフェトーク, launches an all-participants-win summer vacation 7-day challenge campaignhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579186https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579186Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:09:39 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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. 9https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579187https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579187Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:09:34 +0900JapanPR TIMES A captivating wonderland comes to Fukuoka! Fukuoka Castle Night Market runs for 10 days, from Aug. 7 (Fri.) to Aug. 16 (Sun.)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579188https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579188Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:09:31 +0900JapanPR TIMES The 13th Shimogyo-Kyoto Station Area Summer Festa <Station Building Week> — Sanga Festival ahead of openinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579189https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579189Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:08:30 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579190https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579190Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:08:27 +0900JapanPR TIMES Turn your room into a beach-resort café. Moonlight Jazz Blue and JAZZ PARADISE release “Jazz Piano for a Café: Summer Selection”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579191https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579191Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:07:45 +0900JapanPR TIMES Begins evaluating the performance of perovskite solar cells toward the practical application of next-generation solar power technologyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579192https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579192Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:07:35 +0900JapanPR TIMES Kosuke Fukudome and Yoshio Itoi challenge their own abilities!? The “dynamic duo” joins Prospi A with new abilitieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579193https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579193Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:07:34 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Hida-Takayama, 岐阜県高山市] A new digital archive has been released.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579194https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579194Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:06:45 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 membershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579195https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579195Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:06:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Coach Hajime Moriyasu and player Shogo Taniguchi to appear! Announcement of the final and cast for the “FIFA World Cup 2026”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579196https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579196Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:04:28 +0900JapanPR TIMES 秋田市公式 Instagram 魅力発見コンテスト開催！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579197https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579197Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:02:38 +0900JapanPR TIMES Applications open for “TRIUMPH NATIONAL RALLY 2026”! This year’s admission ticket is the “TRIUMPH PASSPORT”‼https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579198https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579198Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:02:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 eyeshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579199https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579199Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:01:39 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579200https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579200Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:00:59 +0900JapanPR TIMES —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 anniversaryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579201https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579201Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:00:48 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 researchhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579202https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579202Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:00:22 +0900JapanPR TIMES “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 affectionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579203https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579203Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:00:07 +0900JapanPR TIMES The 「ZETA DIVISION」 APEX LEGENDS team takes an impressive 5th place at 『Esports World Cup 2026』.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579204https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579204Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579319https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579319Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES “Drink-in wine shop” WINE STORE 16℃ opens in Sakurashinmachihttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579318https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579318Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Children's interests shape the future! Inquiry-based learning project “Curiosity Base 2026” launcheshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579317https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579317Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 Aomorihttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579316https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579316Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579315https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579315Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Make the most of this summer vacation at Hikarigaoka IMA! “IMA Summer Vacation Events” to be held!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579314https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579314Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES An innovator in plastic-free, plant-based packaging and a globally recognized fair-trade banana fiber manufacturer launch a strategic partnership for circular innovationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579313https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579313Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579312https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579312Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Lighthouse Studio conducts survey on attitudes toward game collaboration eventshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579311https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579311Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES アクサ・ホールディングス・ジャパン holds “AXA Week for Good,” a volunteer month for employeeshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579310https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579310Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 株式会社STYLE unveils a new brand logo symbolizing the brand's evolutionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579309https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579309Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Sales have begun for accommodation plans offered by ホテル 絶景の館 through travel media 「旅色」https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579308https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579308Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES To mark the launch of claneclub, a collaboration item with dancer KYOKA is now available.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579307https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579307Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579306https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579306Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 yearhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579305https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579305Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 websitehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579304https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-00/index-en.html#n1579304Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES “Ao Oni 2” and the all-new “Ao Oni: Seaside School” arrive on Nintendo Switch™ and Steam®! 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