# AI News 180m Report｜2026-07-28 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 4 of 13

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 1060 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 144 items from 4 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Terra Charge launches a 6 kW EV charger service at Yaesen Shuzo, a new stop for visitors to Ishigaki

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000468.000075648.html
- anchor: #n1719557
- Companies mentioned: Terra Charge 株式会社、有限会社 八重泉酒造

Facts:
- 6 kW standard EV charger
- 4 standard EV charging ports
- Install 300,000 ports
- Approximately 68,000 ports

## Movie Water Guardians × Taco Bell collaboration menu launches for a limited time starting Saturday, August 1!

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000474.000063326.html
- anchor: #n1719556
- Companies mentioned: KOZOホールディングス株式会社、株式会社TBJ、Taco Bell、映画『ウォーターガーディアンズ』製作委員会、S・D・P

Facts:
- Price: ¥2,700, tax included
- It has become one of the world's leading fast-food brands, operating more than 7,000 locations worldwide, primarily in the United States.
- Currently operates 10 locations in Japan

## 【Seize your own opportunities】Hige, choreographer for FANTASTICS, 東方神起 and SKY-HI, takes the stage! Free special workshop for men only to be held in Osaka

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000480.000141380.html
- anchor: #n1719555
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社BUZZ GROUP、FANTASTICS、EXILE THE SECOND、WOLF HOWL HARMONY、SKY-HI、東方神起、宮瀬琉弥、Da-iCE、超特急、M!LK

Facts:
- More than 90 stores, centered on the Kanto region
- 388 rooms in total
- For men aged 14–25 only
- Guaranteed pay (up to ¥300,000)

## TOKIUM AI Expense Approval surpasses 500,000 cumulative AI-powered approvals

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000492.000009888.html
- anchor: #n1719554
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TOKIUM、博展、DAIWA CYCLE、商船三井マリテックス、月桂冠

Facts:
- Approximately 9,170 hours in total

## ソウルドアウト launches its AI Innovation Headquarters in earnest to accelerate AI adoption by regional companies

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000495.000031201.html
- anchor: #n1719553
- Companies mentioned: ソウルドアウト株式会社、ECOTONE、Wellulu、博報堂DYグループ、HCAI Professionals

Facts:
- Has 28 locations nationwide
- Established: December 16, 2009

## A newsletter uncovering emerging trends from reviews posted on @cosme: “@cosme’s Budding Trends” — No. 42, July 2026 edition

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000503.000005126.html
- anchor: #n1719552
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アイスタイル、@cosme、ボトルワークス、Mマークシリーズ、Chacott COSMETICS、b idol、ONE BY KOSE、エリクシール、トランシーノ、オンリーミネラル、サンカット、コーセーコスメポート、VT、ベネフィーク、ネイチャーリパブリック、matsukiyo

Facts:
- More than 40,000 brands from Japan and abroad
- A cosmetics product database with more than 420,000 items
- Approximately 24 million reviews to date
- @cosmeには購入品クチコミとして、1カ月で平均約9万件のクチコミが投稿されます
- The frequency of the term “oily skin” rose to 3.6 times the previous month's level
- The frequency of the term “moisture retention” also reached 2.4 times the previous month's level
- The frequency of the term “cooling sensation” rose to 11.8 times the previous month's level
- The frequency of the term “melanin pores” rose to 4.0 times the previous month's level

## 【Aug. 4 (Tue.), 16:00】Learn from the former Hitachi leader who drove the launch of Lumada: Free online seminar on communication strategies for growing a new business into a company-wide flagship

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000520.000015233.html
- anchor: #n1719551
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ビザスク、日立製作所、Lumada、ブリッヂ戦略研究所

Facts:
- A knowledge database with insights from more than 800,000 people in Japan and overseas (as of February 2026)
- Over 2,200 clients
- 190 countries worldwide

## Addressing labor shortages at regional small and midsize businesses: Mirai Works, with 98,000 professional talent members, joins a Kanto Bureau of Economy, Trade and Industry project with PwC

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000522.000016557.html
- anchor: #n1719550
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社みらいワークス、PwC Japan有限責任監査法人、株式会社ウインウイン、経済産業省、関東経済産業局

Facts:
- More than 98,000 registered professional talent members
- Among them, approximately 20,000 are registered as side-job and dual-career professionals
- 9,600 clients
- Capital: 1 billion yen
- Capital: ¥94,910 thousand

## Growing interest in student entrepreneurship — 埼玉県 holds GAKU∞STA2026 pre-event; participant satisfaction reaches 100%, and all respondents say they will “apply” or are “considering it”

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000524.000033548.html
- anchor: #n1719549
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ツクリエ、埼玉県、GAKU∞STA2026

Facts:
- 100% participant satisfaction
- Friday, July 3, 2026
- 18:00～20:00
- Monday, June 1, 2026
- 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 12

## NTTドコモビジネスX video calling service Video Talk introduced in 東京都小平市 through 株式会社いい生活

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000539.000006600.html
- anchor: #n1719548
- Companies mentioned: NTTドコモビジネスX株式会社、株式会社いい生活、東京都小平市

Facts:
- 2026年1月にNTTコム オンライン・マーケティング・ソリューション株式会社から社名変更いたしました。

## To mark the 110th anniversary of Okazaki's cityhood in Aichi Prefecture, a local pizza developed with 岡崎市役所 is born: “Okazaki Ohan Chicken Miso and Eggplant Pizza” to be sold for a limited time at ピザーラ Okazaki North and Okazaki South stores starting Thursday, July 30

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000560.000037526.html
- anchor: #n1719547
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フォーシーズ、ピザーラ、岡崎市役所、株式会社まるや八丁味噌、JAあいち三河

Facts:
- 110th anniversary of Okazaki's cityhood
- Available from July 30, 2026 (Thursday) through August 31 (Monday)
- P size: from ¥2,280
- M size: from ¥2,680
- L size: from ¥4,300
- 1,352 stores across 55 business formats
- There are now 58 food trucks nationwide
- Plans call for nearly 70 units to be operational

## Showcase to co-host an offline seminar for financial institutions with Spiral, Kyocera and AB Circle Japan on Wednesday, August 19

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000567.000003483.html
- anchor: #n1719546
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ショーケース、スパイラル株式会社、京セラ株式会社、AB Circle Japan株式会社

Facts:
- Supports identity verification operations for more than 450 companies (as of July 2026)
- To be held on Wednesday, August 19, 2026
- Scheduled to take effect on April 1, 2027

## LiPro (Internet) conducts survey on demand for a foldable iPhone (iPhone Fold) — In-depth look at real-world evaluations from foldable smartphone users and purchase intentions among those without experience

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000572.000004642.html
- anchor: #n1719545
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イード、LiPro、iPhone、Galaxy Z Fold

Facts:
- More than half, or 52.7%, have heard of rumors about a foldable iPhone, combining those who have “heard something” and those who “know about it”
- A large majority, 78.3%, have “no experience at all” using a foldable smartphone
- “Slimness and light weight” is the top expectation for a foldable iPhone, at 28.3%
- “Durability” is the top concern, at 37.3%
- More than half, 58.3%, are considering a purchase price of under ¥150,000
- “Videos and e-books” is by far the most popular intended use, at 42.0%
- 40.0% have “no plans to buy”

## Earth Corporation launches Kiki-yu Sodium Sulfate Carbonated Bath, for aches and discomfort throughout the body!

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000618.000023444.html
- anchor: #n1719544
- Companies mentioned: アース製薬株式会社、関西電力株式会社

Facts:
- Kiki-yu Sodium Sulfate Carbonated Bath, 360 g
- Kiki-yu Sodium Sulfate Carbonated Bath, 30 g
- Thursday, August 20, 2026

## Earth Corporation launches “Onpo Asian Tea Select, 12 tablets,” from its Onpo carbonated bath additive line

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000632.000023444.html
- anchor: #n1719543
- Companies mentioned: アース製薬株式会社

Facts:
- Launching in limited quantities on Thursday, August 20, 2026
- Contents: 40 g × 12 tablets

## A fun learning book to spark interest in geography and help with junior high school entrance exams: What if the prefectures were your classmates...? “What If Class Series: Is the Seat Next to Me One of Japan's 47 Prefectures!?” on sale July 29, 2026

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000636.000024732.html
- anchor: #n1719542
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社JTBパブリッシング、JTBグループ、JTBパブリッシング

Facts:
- ¥1,430 (including 10% tax)
- 128 pages

## 【Steak Gusto】Enjoy one of Japan's finest premium brand-name beef offerings at ステーキガスト! First-ever 仙台牛 sirloin fair

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000676.000017486.html
- anchor: #n1719541
- Companies mentioned: ステーキガスト、株式会社すかいらーくレストランツ、すかいらーく、仙台牛、日本食肉格付協会

Facts:
- In the ¥2,000 range
- ¥2,490 (¥2,739 including tax)
- ¥6,900 (¥7,590 including tax)
- ¥7,400 (¥8,140 including tax)
- ¥7,900 (¥8,690 including tax)
- +¥650 (¥715 including tax)
- ¥364 (¥400 including tax)

## 【EXPO2025 official licensed product】New Myakumyaku and Heidi collaboration items (Kyoto Version)

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000710.000026530.html
- anchor: #n1719540
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ヘソプロダクション、株式会社ヘソホールディングス、Expo 2025、ZUIYO

Facts:
- 2 acrylic keychain designs (¥1,210 each, tax included)
- 3 weather-resistant sticker designs (¥550 each, tax included)
- 3 postcard designs (¥198 each, tax included)
- Multi-purpose drawstring pouch (¥1,540, tax included)
- A4 clear file (¥550, tax included)
- クリアファイルA4 Wポケット付き（¥990税込）
- A5 clear file (¥550, tax included)
- 2 tenugui hand towel designs (¥2,750 each, tax included)
- Secret can badge (¥660, tax included)
- 2 tote bag designs (¥4,950 each, tax included)
- Capital: 10,000,000 yen

## [20th Asian Games] Officially licensed merchandise items go on sale!

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000712.000026530.html
- anchor: #n1719539
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ヘソプロダクション、株式会社ヘソホールディングス

Facts:
- Planned for late July 2026
- ¥1,080 (tax included)
- ¥972, tax included
- ¥540, tax included
- ¥1,134, tax included
- ¥990 including tax
- ¥1,320, tax included
- Capital: 10,000,000 yen

## 【New guest rooms open】Rooms with private saunas and theater rooms debut at an Atami resort inn, opening in stages starting August 2026

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000713.000010207.html
- anchor: #n1719538
- Companies mentioned: Relo Hotels＆Resorts、株式会社リロバケーションズ、熱海風雅

Facts:
- 6 rooms in total
- ¥20,625
- Number of rooms: 40
- 46 rooms
- Flat 25% off

## Help make summer vacation memories! “This Is the Moment to Win: Kids' Rock-Paper-Scissors Battle”

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000740.000043111.html
- anchor: #n1719537
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アトム、かつ時、コロワイドグループ、株式会社コロワイド

Facts:
- All 9 directly operated かつ時 locations
- Starting August 1, 2026
- First 200 customers at each store
- Number of locations: 2,633
- Capital: 43.814 billion yen

## An event celebrating Japanese summer culture at Tokyu Plaza Harajuku “Harakado”: the “Harajuku Yosakoi Fair,” where visitors can experience the charms of Kochi Prefecture with all five senses, and “KAWAII Night Market vol.1,” presented by ASOBISYSTEM, to be held simultaneously

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000741.000006953.html
- anchor: #n1719536
- Companies mentioned: 東急不動産株式会社、東急不動産SCマネジメント株式会社、アソビシステム株式会社、KIRINZI inc.、Google、THE HYUNDAI（ザ ヒョンデ）、キデイランド

Facts:
- August 20 (Thursday)–August 30 (Sunday), 2026
- August 21 (Friday)–August 30 (Sunday)
- 8月28日（金）18:00から
- Opens on Thursday, August 13
- Opens on Friday, July 10
- Opening in April 2026

## “Cheerist Tales: Step by Step Exhibition” to run for a limited time in Shibuya from Aug. 11 (Tue., national holiday)

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000754.000037629.html
- anchor: #n1719535
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社サンリオ、Cheeristails、マロンクリーム、ウサハナ、ウィッシュミーメル、ぼんぼんりぼん、Omoide Badge

Facts:
- August 11, 2026 (Tue., public holiday)
- August 23 (Sun.)
- 11:00-19:00 (last admission at 18:30)
- 11:00-18:00 (last admission at 17:30)
- Admission: Free

## [Online seminar] AI works “on its own” to provide real-time support: the cutting edge of dramatically reducing the workload at contact centers [To be held Aug. 5 (Wed.)]

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000786.000020223.html
- anchor: #n1719534
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アドバンスト・メディア

Facts:
- Date and time: Aug. 5, 2026 (Wed.), 13:00-14:00
- Registration deadline: Aug. 4 (Tue.), 17:00

## アイスマイリー releases “AI Utilization Guide for Customer Support”! A collection of business-specific use cases showing how AI can reduce workload and improve CX

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000807.000053344.html
- anchor: #n1719533
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アイスマイリー、AIsmiley

Facts:
- Reduced overtime hours by approximately 50%
- Cut the number of inquiries in half
- 3,000,000 monthly page views
- 500 or more listed products

## A fragrance that overturns everything you know about bananas. 〈ジュリエット ハズ ア ガン〉 introduces “Banana Rush Eau de Parfum”

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000832.000003907.html
- anchor: #n1719532
- Companies mentioned: ブルーベル・ジャパン株式会社、ジュリエット ハズ ア ガン

Facts:
- 50mL ¥18,480
- 100mL ¥25,520
- Discovery Set (Banana Rush) ¥5,280

## It looks like an intricately crafted figure, but it’s actually made of Hi-Chew! Spider-Man art made with Hi-Chew to be displayed in a limited-time campaign at 東京駅一番街’s 森永のおかしなおかし屋さん東京駅店 from Aug. 7 (Fri.)

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000854.000019896.html
- anchor: #n1719521
- Companies mentioned: 森永製菓株式会社、東京駅一番街、森永のおかしなおかし屋さん東京駅店、日本記念日協会

Facts:
- Hi-Chew products totaling ¥800 or more
- 12-piece Hi-Chew <Grape>
- 5 winners
- July 28, 2026 (Tue.)–Aug. 14, 2026 (Fri.)
- Certified by 日本記念日協会 in 2004
- The Tokyo Station store in April 2012
- Reopened after renovation in December 2022

## [Company Law Affairs A2Z] Special feature on the revised Act on the Protection of Personal Information. August issue released, offering an in-depth look at key points of the 2026 revision and practical responses

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000866.000059164.html
- anchor: #n1719520
- Companies mentioned: 第一法規株式会社、弁護士法人 御堂筋法律事務所、西村あさひ法律事務所・外国法共同事業

Facts:
- Single-issue price: ¥1,430 (base price: ¥1,300 + 10% tax)
- Annual subscription: ¥14,520 (base price: ¥13,200 + 10% tax)

## [TO THE HERBS] Three varieties, including summer-only shaved ice made with premium “Tenku no Matcha®” from Shizuoka Prefecture and “kinako” from Hokkaido. New half-size portions, perfect after a meal!

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000920.000002646.html
- anchor: #n1719519
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フォーシーズ、TO THE HERBS、(株)小柳津清一商店

Facts:
- 2026年7月17日（金）から9月30日（水）までの期間限定
- Tenku Matcha Shaved Ice, regular ¥1,780
- Tenku Hojicha Shaved Ice, regular ¥1,680
- Kinako Condensed Milk Shaved Ice, regular ¥1,680

## “Masterpiece Picture Book Cookie Tin Selection by Cake.jp” to make its debut at Kawanishi Hankyu Square from July 29 (Wed.)!

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000920.000015685.html
- anchor: #n1719518
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Cake.jp、JR東日本、株式会社Suikosha

Facts:
- 2 million members
- More than 1,700 participating stores
- 8,000 types in the lineup
- Price: ¥3,564 (tax included)
- Price: 981 yen (tax included)

## 「ダブルアンド デイナイト」 debuts “Tuki Square Backpack,” a spacious backpack that lets you feel at ease on days when you have a lot to carry, from commuting to business trips

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000947.000015319.html
- anchor: #n1719517
- Companies mentioned: エース株式会社、W＆.Day/Night、ダブルアンド デイナイト

Facts:
- Price including tax
- Volume

## [Event report] “Levtech IT Career Fair” explores careers in the AI era: approximately 700 IT engineers and 78 companies took part, with special lectures also held

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000972.000010591.html
- anchor: #n1719516
- Companies mentioned: レバテック株式会社、株式会社サードスコープ、AtCoder株式会社、NTT東日本株式会社、一般財団法人GovTech東京、株式会社フレクト、レバレジーズ株式会社

Facts:
- Approximately 700 IT engineers
- 78 companies
- Annual sales: 170 billion

## 2026年8月1日（土）開催「ゆかたで銀ぶら2026」にて、資生堂パーラー初の“かき氷”や人気の“カレーライス”を展開！

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000979.000006543.html
- anchor: #n1719515
- Companies mentioned: 資生堂パーラー

Facts:
- Original shaved ice “Tea Snow” \¥1,000
- “Wagyu Beef Stew Curry Rice” \¥1,500
- “Italian Soda,” 3 varieties (lemon/blood orange/pink grapefruit), \¥500 each

## The second event where you can experience Qoo10’s “Mega Sale” in person! “MEGA POP UP” to be held from Aug. 29 (Sat.)

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000985.000022933.html
- anchor: #n1719514
- Companies mentioned: eBay Japan合同会社、Qoo10、3W8L、Anua、APRILSKIN、ASCE plus、BB LAB、BnD、ByUR、Dr. Reju-All、Glamizer、ILO、INTO YOU、IOPE、KOPHER、La ferme、LIZDA、manyo、medicube、mixsoon、OGANACELL、SKIN1004、Snp、THE TOOL LAB、UNOVE、Velvet Bunny

Facts:
- A record 92 companies taking part
- 24 brands to have individual booths
- A total of 25,000 people invited free of charge

## [マリメッコ] A pop-up shop will open in Ginza, debuting new tableware that complements Japanese food culture ahead of its worldwide release. Limited-edition novelty items created to mark the opening will also be available.

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000988.000095084.html
- anchor: #n1719513
- Companies mentioned: マリメッコ、Marimekko、株式会社ルック、株式会社ルックホールディングス

Facts:
- For customers who purchase products totaling ¥27,500 or more, including tax
- Unikko Crossbody Bag L ¥40,700
- Unikko Crossbody Bag M ¥30,800
- Kukasta kukkaan Crossbody Bag M ¥30,800

## SB C&S and SoftBank jointly conduct a corporate experience program at 実践学園中学校・高等学校

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001066.000022656.html
- anchor: #n1719512
- Companies mentioned: SB C&S株式会社、ソフトバンク株式会社、実践学園中学校・高等学校

Facts:
- 40 high school students
- Held on July 13, 2026
- 100 years since its founding in 2027

## 【すき家】夏こそ、シビ辛！牛肉×麻婆茄子の丼が食欲をかき立てる すき家が「シビ辛麻婆茄子牛丼」を販売！

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001092.000097263.html
- anchor: #n1719511
- Companies mentioned: すき家、株式会社すき家

Facts:
- (Regular) ¥720
- (Large rice) ¥770
- (Extra-large) ¥970
- (Regular) ¥830
- (Large rice) ¥880
- (Extra-large) ¥1,080
- Planned for sale at 1,997 locations (as of July 28)

## New from the Solar Block(R) series, which provides a maximum temperature difference of -15°C: 2 gable-roof tarps and 4 dedicated shade walls!

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001110.000032114.html
- anchor: #n1719510
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ロゴスコーポレーション、LOGOS

Facts:
- A temperature difference of up to approximately -15°C between sunny and shaded areas
- UV protection rate: 99.9% or higher
- Light-blocking rate: 100%
- Price: ¥43,780 (tax included)
- Price: ¥23,980 (tax included)
- Price: ¥3,740 (tax included)
- Price: ¥3,960 (tax included)
- Price: ¥4,400 (tax included)
- Price: ¥4,730 (tax included)

## Largest-ever renovation of shared spaces ahead of the 50th anniversary of “サンシャイン60”: 2 lounges to open this summer as the first phase of worker support area “Rokumaru Base”

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001135.000020364.html
- anchor: #n1719509
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社サンシャインシティ、サンシャインシティ、サンシャイン60、サンシャイン水族館

Facts:
- Approximately 800 tsubo of shared space across the 4th and 6th floors
- Approximately 12,000 office workers employed at サンシャインシティ
- More than 160 seats in a wide variety of styles
- Renovation of shared office spaces began in March 2026
- Will mark its 50th anniversary in 2028
- Scheduled to open around February 2027
- Scheduled to open around July 2027
- Scheduled to open around August 2027

## Aug. 4 marks the 1st anniversary of the launch of “Kukui Lash Eyelash Serum”! Anniversary coupons will be given to the first 100 customers exclusively at the 楽天市場 store

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001140.000006496.html
- anchor: #n1719508
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マンダム、楽天市場

Facts:
- First 100 people
- ¥3,900 off
- ¥5,280 including tax
- 4,800 yen
- 5ml
- About 4 months’ worth

## Premium pizza dining at カリフォルニア・ピザ・キッチン: Enjoy a fresh and spicy California summer with “California Hot Summer”

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001305.000018232.html
- anchor: #n1719507
- Companies mentioned: カリフォルニア・ピザ・キッチン、アブソルート®タバスコ™️

Facts:
- “Korean BBQ Pizza” ¥2,750
- “Bloody Caesar” ¥1,480

## One-night-only event blending Japan’s traditional culture and music／ザ ロイヤルパーク キャンバス 福岡中洲

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001363.000039557.html
- anchor: #n1719506
- Companies mentioned: ザ ロイヤルパーク キャンバス 福岡中洲、三菱地所ホテルズ＆リゾーツ株式会社、ロイヤルパークホテルズ、琴笛（KOTOBUE）、舞音（MANON）、S.SHOWTA、ADABANA

Facts:
- Aug. 1, 2026 (Sat.)
- Aug. 1 (Sat.)–16 (Sun.), 2026
- Number of guest rooms: 255
- 25 hotels nationwide
- 6,397 rooms

## JCB’s “Special Offer” provides extraordinary experiences usually unavailable

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001428.000011361.html
- anchor: #n1719505
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ジェーシービー、JCB、北海道日本ハムファイターズ、読売ジャイアンツ、Sansan、KBC、サントリーウイスキー、平成中村座、日光金谷ホテル、十河ひろ美、細尾多英子、HOSOO、THE GINZA LOUNGE、MATSUYA GINZA

Facts:
- Individual members who spend ¥7 million or more annually using a JCB The Class or JCB Platinum card
- 4 guests per day (12 in total)
- 8 guests per game: 24 in total
- 32 guests per course
- 100 pairs, 200 people
- 8 winners
- 30 guests
- 4 pairs (8 people)
- ¥350,000 per person (tax included)
- 10 winners

## Education AI agent Knowledge ID MAP feature improvements (version upgrade)!

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001440.000012383.html
- anchor: #n1719504
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社デジタル・ナレッジ、Knowledge ID MAP

Facts:
- More than 3,000 implementations
- Free trial accounts are available. Try out the education AI agent.

## A dream team-up between 2 beloved characters spanning generations! “Shimajiro” announces an anniversary collaboration with “Ultraman Theo”

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001479.000000120.html
- anchor: #n1719503
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ベネッセコーポレーション、テレビ東京、ウルトラマンシリーズ

Facts:
- Taking place from August 2026
- Will mark its 40th anniversary in 2028
- 今年60周年を迎えるウルトラマンシリーズ
- A mini-drama will air during “Shimajiro no Wow!” on August 8
- 8月19日（水）、20日（木）
- Thursday, August 13
- 1988年に開講した「こどもちゃれんじ」
- It began in 1966 with “Ultra Q,” the first entry in the fantasy tokusatsu series

## “The World of Keisuke Yamauchi” (10-CD set), commemorating the 25th anniversary of enka star Keisuke Yamauchi’s debut, has been released.

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001486.000007628.html
- anchor: #n1719502
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ユーキャン、ビクターエンタテインメント

Facts:
- 10-CD set
- 164 tracks in total
- Capital: 90 million yen

## 「やよい軒」世界共通フェア『TEPPAN FAIR(鉄板フェア) 』第2弾！『～特製味噌だれ絡む旨さ～牛カルビと牛ホルモン焼の定食』発売

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001572.000054093.html
- anchor: #n1719501
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プレナス、やよい軒

Facts:
- 376 やよい軒 stores nationwide
- —Deliciously coated in our special miso sauce—Beef Kalbi and Grilled Beef Offal Set Meal: 1,230 yen
- —Deliciously coated in our special miso sauce—Beef Kalbi and Grilled Beef Offal Set Meal [2 times the meat]: 1,990 yen

## Limited-quantity release of “SPRING VALLEY BREWERY BREWERS LINE #2 Sour Twist Lager,” a series focused on brewers’ creativity

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001572.000073077.html
- anchor: #n1719500
- Companies mentioned: キリンビール株式会社、キリンホールディングス株式会社、SPRING VALLEY BREWERY

Facts:
- 価格(税抜き・希望小売価格) ①420円
- Alcohol content: 5.5%
- Pure alcohol content: ①14.5 g

## Event report: Co-hosted the 2026 JLPGA Step Up Tour Plenus Ladies Cup

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001573.000054093.html
- anchor: #n1719499
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プレナス、JLPGA、ほっともっと、やよい軒、ＭＫレストラン

Facts:
- We operate 2,820 stores in Japan
- 108 players competed

## The first 4% ABV limited-edition release of “Hyoketsu® Muto” is also the first pomegranate flavor for “Hyoketsu®”! “Kirin Hyoketsu® Muto Pomegranate ALC.4% (Limited-Time Release)” offers a crisp, refreshing taste with no sweetness.

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001576.000073077.html
- anchor: #n1719498
- Companies mentioned: キリンホールディングス株式会社、キリンビール株式会社

Facts:
- The “sugar-free chu-hi” market has grown about 5 times over the 5 years since “Hyoketsu® Muto” launched in 2020, driven by growing health consciousness and demand for drinks to enjoy with meals.
- The share of people who favor RTDs with an alcohol content of 4% rose 1.7 times from 2021 to 2025
- “Kirin Hyoketsu® Muto Pomegranate ALC.4% (Limited-Time Release)”
- 350ml cans and 500ml cans
- Fruit juice 0.3%
- 350 ml can: 11.2 g
- 500 ml can: 16 g

## Bringing smiles to people across Japan through “walking football” that everyone can play. JFA and KIRIN to co-host “Kirin Family Challenge Cup 2026 in Osaka”!

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001577.000073077.html
- anchor: #n1719497
- Companies mentioned: キリンホールディングス株式会社、日本サッカー協会、大阪府サッカー協会

Facts:
- The 9th “walking football” event
- About 2,600 people aged 0 to their 80s have taken part so far
- Number of teams sought: 32 teams
- Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026

## In collaboration with 三幸製菓’s “Yuki no Yado,” a kitchen sponge resembling the rice cracker launches! A giveaway campaign is also coming to X (formerly Twitter)

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001579.000073913.html
- anchor: #n1719496
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニトリ、三幸製菓株式会社、ニトリ、三幸製菓

Facts:
- Price: ¥249
- Price: ¥799

## A launchpad for the next generation of stars! Entries open for “Bishojo Zukan AWARD 2027,” a nationwide audition to discover beautiful young women!

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001961.000004237.html
- anchor: #n1719495
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社美少女図鑑、株式会社DONUTS、ソニー・ミュージックアーティスツ、ネイムマネジメント、エヴァーグリーン・エンタテイメント、ABEMA、伊東園ホテルズ、オーディションTV、写真家Diora、週刊プレイボーイ、ナポリの窯、Negative Pop、ヤンジャン、ラジオ大阪、Ray

Facts:
- [Entry period: July 28, 2026 (Tue.) 11:00–November 23, 2026 (Mon.) 23:59]
- March 20, 2027 (Sat.) @ Kanda Myojin Hall

## wacci’s Hashiguchi appointed Ome City tourism ambassador. A musical collaboration is also planned at the fireworks festival on August 1 (Sat.)!

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002227.000031071.html
- anchor: #n1719494
- Companies mentioned: wacci、株式会社ポニーキャニオン、OmeBlue、青梅市観光協会

Facts:
- 打上発数 3,640発（尺五寸玉２発、尺玉21発）（予定）
- 尺五寸玉２発
- 尺玉21発

## Registration opens for GOOD LIFE Fair 2026, one of Japan’s largest sustainable lifestyle events

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002249.000009214.html
- anchor: #n1719493
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社朝日新聞社、テレビ朝日、一般社団法人フェーズフリー協会、全国二地域居住等促進官民連携プラットフォーム、内閣府地方創生推進室、一般社団法人ジュニアプログラミング推進機構

Facts:
- More than 500 companies and organizations (over 600 booths) will gather
- Advance tickets: 1,000 yen
- Tickets on the day: 1,300 yen
- Regional revitalization initiatives by 20 municipalities across Japan

## ホテルオークラＪＲハウステンボス to host “Okura Boulangerie” on August 23

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002279.000005118.html
- anchor: #n1719492
- Companies mentioned: ホテルオークラＪＲハウステンボス、オークラ ニッコー ホテルマネジメント、サイラー、One Harmony

Facts:
- Sunday, August 23, 2026
- 12:00～14:00
- General admission ¥5,500
- One Harmony members ¥5,000
- Capacity: 40 people
- About 20 types of bread

## [リゾナーレ八ヶ岳] Limited-time dinner course celebrates autumn’s bounty of mushrooms nurtured by Yamanashi Prefecture’s pristine water

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002302.000033064.html
- anchor: #n1719491
- Companies mentioned: リゾナーレ八ヶ岳、白州・山の水農場、ドメーヌ ミエ・イケノ、星野リゾート、リゾナーレ

Facts:
- Adults: ¥18,000
- Ages 7–11: ¥8,470
- Ages 4–6: ¥6,050
- Pairing course: from ¥9,500
- Nonalcoholic pairing: from ¥5,500
- 1泊25,000円～（2名1名利用時1名あたり、税・サービス料込）
- 500 types
- 2,000 bottles
- Altitude: 750 m

## [リーガロイヤルホテル京都] “10th Anniversary Afternoon Tea Set” goes on sale

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002419.000016682.html
- anchor: #n1719490
- Companies mentioned: リーガロイヤルホテル京都、株式会社ロイヤルホテル、モエ・エ・シャンドン

Facts:
- 10th anniversary of the renovation
- ￥10,000
- Limited to 10 servings per 1 day

## A hugely popular dessert with cumulative sales topping 10 million units is now more affordable with the same great taste! FamilyMart’s new signature dessert, “Rich Chocolate Roll,” goes on sale at a new price of under ¥300, tax included, starting Tuesday, July 28!

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002433.000046210.html
- anchor: #n1719489
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファミリーマート、ファミマル、ファミマルSweets

Facts:
- 10 million units sold cumulatively
- Approximately 16,100 FamilyMart stores nationwide
- 298 yen including tax

## [そごう横浜店] Miffy Zakka Festa 2026

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002454.000031382.html
- anchor: #n1719488
- Companies mentioned: そごう横浜店、株式会社そごう・西武、ディック・ブルーナ・ジャパン、ブランネージュ

Facts:
- About 1,000 items
- Limited-edition release of 500 figures
- Limited-edition release of 300 figures
- Limited-edition release of 400 figures
- Limited-edition release of 200 figures
- Purchases of ¥3,300 or more, tax included

## “JJ 50th Anniversary Special POP-UP Store” in collaboration with サンリオキャラクターズ to open in Hiroshima!

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002458.000021468.html
- anchor: #n1719487
- Companies mentioned: サンリオキャラクターズ、株式会社光文社、JJ

Facts:
- 12 items
- Aug. 1, 2026 (Sat.)
- Sunday, August 16
- 10:30
- 20:00

## Some items have temporarily sold out at the official online shop! “JJ50×ANNA SUI POP-UP STORE,” featuring exclusive items, to open in Hiroshima

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002460.000021468.html
- anchor: #n1719486
- Companies mentioned: JJ、ANNA SUI、株式会社光文社

Facts:
- 50th anniversary of launch
- 10 one-of-a-kind items
- More than 30 countries

## マイナビ releases survey on employee social media controversies, based on interviews with corporate recruiters

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002472.000002955.html
- anchor: #n1719485
- Companies mentioned: マイナビ、マイナビキャリアリサーチラボ

Facts:
- “We believe employee social media controversies will occur”
- “We are taking steps to prevent employees from causing social media backlash.”
- “There have been no risks arising from social media posts or communications by students or new employees.”

## [ホテルメトロポリタン] Chef’s special kaiseki meals and set menus, featuring the bounty of autumn, available for lunch only

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002489.000030117.html
- anchor: #n1719484
- Companies mentioned: 日本ホテル株式会社、ホテルメトロポリタン、JR東日本ホテルズ

Facts:
- “Special Lunch Kaiseki” ¥7,000
- Lunch Set “Hōju” ¥4,900
- 805 guest rooms

## [More than 230 million total PVs] Latest volumes 4 and 5 of the isekai workplace four-panel manga The Demon King's Army Is a White-Collar Company on sale! The “white-collar” Demon King’s Army, with no overtime and a 2-day weekend, is making waves

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002937.000002372.html
- anchor: #n1719483
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社主婦の友社、ロケットニュース24、Amazon、楽天ブックス、株式会社C-パブリッシングサービス

Facts:
- List price: ¥1,210 (tax included)
- Format/pages: A5 / 128 pages

## [Wedding hospitality] The No. 1 thing guests said they liked was “delicious food and drinks.” “Quality of food and drinks” was also the top priority for couples

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003105.000044800.html
- anchor: #n1719482
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NEXER、AILES FORTUNA（エール・フォルトゥーナ）

Facts:
- Respondents said “quality of food and drinks” was what they prioritized most in showing hospitality to guests
- Respondents said guests praised “the delicious food and drinks”
- Respondents said “wedding favors and gifts” were what they wished they had put more thought into
- Respondents said they had made some kind of accommodation for guests traveling from far away
- Respondents said the wedding venue’s support with accommodations for out-of-town guests was helpful
- Respondents said the ideal facility or service was “a spacious, comfortable waiting area or lounge”

## In the 2026 Survey of University Brand Strength, private universities ranked No. 1 in 6 of the 7 regions for “universities students want to apply to”; preference for national and public universities declined slightly

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003231.000011414.html
- anchor: #n1719481
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社リクルート、リクルート進学総研、近畿大学、北海学園大学、スタディサプリ

Facts:
- Private universities ranked No. 1 in 6 regions
- The combined share of respondents who “definitely want to attend a national or public university” and those who “would rather attend a national or public university” edged down from 46% last year to 44%
- The combined share of respondents who “definitely want to attend a private university” and those who “would rather attend a private university” edged up from 41% to 42%
- “There is a faculty or department I want to study or am interested in” (57%)
- “It offers an advantage in finding a job” (38%)
- “Student life looks like it would be fun” (37%)
- A total of 203,360 students scheduled to graduate in March 2027 from high schools across Japan (in their third year of high school at the time of the survey)
- Valid responses: 17,257
- Response rate: 8.5%
- Number of responses included in the analysis: 15,263

## Draft beer at half price on Aug. 4, “Beer Hall Day”! Sapporo Lion’s 127th anniversary celebration

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003247.000012361.html
- anchor: #n1719480
- Companies mentioned: サッポロビール、株式会社サッポロライオン、日本記念日協会

Facts:
- 127th anniversary
- 100th anniversary of founding
- 126 years ago
- 1899

## A 『BANANA FISH』 celebration card comes as a supplement! The September issue of 『月刊フラワーズ』 goes on sale today, July 28 (Tuesday)!

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003789.000013640.html
- anchor: #n1719479
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社小学館、BANANA FISH、月刊フラワーズ

Facts:
- Special price: 700 yen (tax included)

## A seminar titled “Inpatient Acquisition Strategies to Support Hospital Management,” led by Yutaka Umemoto, director of the Center for Regional Medical Cooperation at 藍野病院, 医療法人恒昭会, will be held on Aug. 28 (Friday), 2026!

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004576.000032407.html
- anchor: #n1719478
- Companies mentioned: 医療法人恒昭会、藍野病院、新社会システム総合研究所、SSK

Facts:
- 3 p.m.–5 p.m.
- Approximately 500 events organized annually
- more than 28 years since its founding

## Points collecting takes hold: 82.2% use 2 or more services, while 91.2% say “I use a service more often when I earn points” [GMO Media]

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005458.000000136.html
- anchor: #n1719477
- Companies mentioned: GMOインターネットグループ、GMOメディア株式会社、GMOリピータス、ポイントタウン byGMO

Facts:
- 82.2% consciously earn points across 2 or more services
- 91.2% say “I use a service more often when I earn points”
- “Paying with points” was the most common use, at 65.2%
- 64.1% use point services “every day”
- 週1回以上の利用者は93.0%

## Featuring a 7 cm short cable that is less likely to obstruct adjacent ports: USB 5Gbps conversion cable lets you connect USB-A devices to Type-C ports

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006063.000011495.html
- anchor: #n1719476
- Companies mentioned: サンワサプライ株式会社

Facts:
- Approx. 7 cm short cable
- USB 5Gbps
- Up to 15 W
- Suggested retail price: 1,760 yen
- 1,600 yen before tax

## Dear girls of the Heisei era: “Hoppe-chan POP UP SHOP by VILLAGE VANGUARD” will be held at locations across Japan from August, with dates to be announced!

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006351.000018131.html
- anchor: #n1719475
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ヴィレッジヴァンガードコーポレーション、サン宝石、めるぷち

Facts:
- VV-exclusive Hoppe-chan, all 4 designs: 770 yen each (tax included)
- Wobbling acrylic keychain: 880 yen (tax included)
- Hair tie with acrylic charm: 770 yen (tax included)
- Tile-style stickers: 1,000 yen (tax included)
- めるぷち×ほっぺちゃんコラボ ぷっくりシール：880円（税込）
- シールくじ：１回500円（税込）

## DMM GAMES’ Bungo and Alchemist launches the “Revival Reincarnation Research” event featuring “与謝野鉄幹 (CV: 小林親弘)”! Announcement of the limited “Bungetsu No Shosei-tachi, Part 2” outfit summon

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006398.000032953.html
- anchor: #n1719474
- Companies mentioned: DMM GAMES、合同会社EXNOA、与謝野鉄幹、小林親弘、柳田國男、山本有三、新美南吉、室生犀星

Facts:
- Event period: After maintenance on July 27 (Monday), 2026
- Aug. 17 (Monday), 2026, 13:59
- Event period: After maintenance on July 27 (Monday), 2026 to Aug. 6 (Thursday), 2026, 13:59
- A 10-pull outfit summon, normally 3000 Imperial Tickets
- Campaign allowing use for 1,500 Imperial Tickets on the first use only

## Amazon.co.jp exclusive: includes a reservation and early-purchase bonus! Fruit is more than just dessert: New recipes for seasonal fruit dishes in the new edition of A Plate of Fruit, on sale

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000007537.000005875.html
- anchor: #n1719473
- Companies mentioned: Amazon.co.jp、株式会社インプレス、インプレスグループ、株式会社インプレスホールディングス

Facts:
- List price: ¥1,980 (base price ¥1,800 + 10% tax)
- Series cumulative total tops 80 million copies

## Wishes set in motion: a tour of power spots across Japan in Visiting Power Spots Where Miracles Happen When You See Them: Fulfill Your Great Wish, now on sale

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000007538.000005875.html
- anchor: #n1719472
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社インプレス、株式会社インプレスホールディングス、MdN

Facts:
- The hugely popular YouTube channel “Power Spot Solo Travel,” with more than 520,000 subscribers
- The 「できる」 series of computer guides has surpassed 80 million copies in cumulative sales
- List price: 1,800 yen (base price 1,980 yen + 10% tax)

## Are heatwaves changing where children play? The growing variety of places children spend time, and parents’ concerns about out-of-sight locations

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000019729.000007006.html
- anchor: #n1719471
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KADOKAWA、ヨメルバ

Facts:
- “Parks” (55.4%)
- “Friends’ homes” (55.0%)
- “Their own home” (43.9%)
- “Being caught up in a crime or accident” (67.80%)
- “Getting hurt or causing someone else to get hurt” (59.76%)
- “Behavior and manners at friends’ homes” (54.63%)
- “Practical ways to protect themselves from crime and accidents” (61.2%)
- “How to help children develop the ability to say no and express their feelings” (60.0%)

## [All volumes in 3 series reprinted] Bringing the joy of “I read it myself!” to every child. 80 books across 3 KADOKAWA children’s book series, ideal for making the step up from picture books to stories, are being reprinted!

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000019783.000007006.html
- anchor: #n1719470
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KADOKAWA

Facts:
- 世界累計1億9,400万部

## “I wish I’d known this sooner!” The video has surpassed 2.3 million views on YouTube. A study method that will finally help you “speak English” is now a book!

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000019795.000007006.html
- anchor: #n1719469
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KADOKAWA、Arcly

Facts:
- More than 2.3 million YouTube views
- A study method that helps even beginners speak English in 3 months
- 35 years as an English instructor
- Has taught a total of 30,000 people
- Surpasses 170,000 subscribers
- List price: 1,980 yen (1,800 yen before tax)
- Page count: 192 pages

## Music boxes and character fine-art prints set for release to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the publication of Dengeki Bunko’s Toradora!

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000019806.000007006.html
- anchor: #n1719468
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KADOKAWA、有楽町マルイ

Facts:
- 20th anniversary of publication
- Retail price: 19,800 yen (tax included)
- Sale price: 27,500 yen (tax included)
- Order period: Aug. 1, 2026 (Sat.), 11:00–Sept. 15 (Tue.), 23:59
- Event period: Aug. 1, 2026 (Sat.)–Aug. 16 (Sun.)

## A chance to learn about young people’s social isolation through 大阪マラソン2027｜認定NPO法人D×P seeks 30 charity runners

- Published: 2026-07-28T10:57:50+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000053.000053323.html
- anchor: #n1719308
- Companies mentioned: 認定NPO法人D×P、大阪マラソン2027

Facts:
- We are seeking 30 people to run through the streets of Osaka as charity runners and raise awareness among those around them of the social issue of young people’s isolation.
- Based in Osaka, D×P provides LINE counseling for young people ages 13 to 25 through ユキサキチャット, operates a youth center in Osaka Minami, and provides food assistance.
- Event date: Feb. 28, 2027 (Sun.)
- Application period: July 28, 2026 (Tue.)–Oct. 19 (Mon.) ※Applications accepted on a first-come, first-served basis
- Fundraising period: July 28, 2026 (Tue.)–Dec. 15 (Tue.)
- You can participate as a charity runner by raising donations totaling at least 70,000 yen
- ※Donation acceptance period: 202

## Hotel Okura Thermal Resort & Spa Cappadocia to open in 2028

- Published: 2026-07-28T10:55:49+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002282.000005118.html
- anchor: #n1719309
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ホテルオークラ、KK Universal、Oluşum Grubu Gayrimenkul Yatırımları ve İnşaat Ticaret A.Ş.、Saraylı Turizm A.Ş.、MSIC Gayrimenkul Yatırım ve Danışmanlık Ticaret Ltd. Şti.、Okura Saraylı Hotel Management A.Ş.

Facts:
- Opening in 2028
- Spa facilities spanning approximately 3,500 m²
- Number of guest rooms: 102
- 80 hotels in total
- 24,036 guest rooms in total

## [Aug. 21] AI strategy webinar for the construction industry! Featuring the latest noteworthy examples, from AI applications in drawings, cost estimation and design work to construction planning using 4D simulators

- Published: 2026-07-28T10:53:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000803.000053344.html
- anchor: #n1719310
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アイスマイリー、株式会社 KK Generation、株式会社アラヤ

Facts:
- One of Japan’s largest AI portal media platforms, with 3 million monthly page views and more than 500 listed products

## 株式会社エム・データ and ドーモ株式会社 launch a connector linking TV metadata with Domo

- Published: 2026-07-28T10:52:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000225.000026007.html
- anchor: #n1719312
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エム・データ、ドーモ株式会社、Domo, Inc.

Facts:
- Content broadcast on TV programs and TV commercials converted into data 24 hours a day, 365 days a year

## A summer double whammy of extreme heat and rising prices: helping households with bargain foods! “Food Bargain Sale & Food Gift Set Clearance Sale”

- Published: 2026-07-28T10:52:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002485.000005342.html
- anchor: #n1719311
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社大丸松坂屋百貨店、ネスレ、日清オイリオ、麦坐、宝海苔、札幌麺匠、寿がきや、マルタケ食品、ケンミン食品、五星、本まぐろ直営所、三浦商店、三浦水産、共同水産

Facts:
- Approximately 1,500 varieties, totaling around 180,000 bargain products
- 〈ネスレ〉 President Gift N-30 PSA (65 g × 3 pieces): 1,620 yen
- 〈日清オイリオ〉 Nisshin Variety Oil Gift OV-30 (extra virgin olive oil and healthy sesame oil, 145 g each; healthy canola oil and healthy vegetable oil, 350 g each; 2 bottles of Healthy Off, 350 g each): 1,620 yen
- 〈麦坐〉 Miwa Somen MSK-50 (28 bundles × 50 g): 2,700 yen
- 〈宝海苔〉 Assorted tabletop seasoned nori and roasted nori D-30Y (3 packs each of 28 sheets, cut into 8 pieces): 1,620 yen
- Hokkaido 札幌麺匠 Rouship Ramen (140 g) 2

## Orders now open for the 9th edition of the TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen Trading Ani-Art series, including aurora die-cut stickers! Available from AMNIBUS, which sells original anime and manga merchandise

- Published: 2026-07-28T10:50:59+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009346.000016064.html
- anchor: #n1719313
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アルマビアンカ、AMNIBUS、呪術廻戦製作委員会

Facts:
- Single item ¥913 (tax included)
- BOX ¥7,304 (tax included)
- Single item: ¥693 (tax included)
- BOX: ¥5,544 (tax included)
- Single item ¥528 (tax included)
- BOX ¥4,224 (tax included)
- Single item ¥308 (tax included)
- BOX ¥2,464 (tax included)
- ¥1,980 each (tax included)
- ¥1,155 each (tax included)
- ¥913 each (tax included)
- ¥693 each (tax included)

## A board game where you use investments in gold, stocks and crypto assets to raise money and make your dreams come true!

- Published: 2026-07-28T10:50:58+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000909.000005808.html
- anchor: #n1719314
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社メガハウス、バンダイナムコグループ

Facts:
- Price: 4,387 yen (including 10% tax) / 3,980 yen (before tax)

## Interviews with しなこ, 竹下☆ぱらだいす, ばんばんざい and むくえな arrive ahead of Creator Dream Fes 2026, generally produced by コムドット and taking place July 30 (Thu.)

- Published: 2026-07-28T10:50:55+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003667.000064643.html
- anchor: #n1719315
- Companies mentioned: コムドット、ABEMA、しなこ、竹下☆ぱらだいす、ばんばんざい、むくえな、ESPOIR TRIBE -エスポワール・トライブ-、スカイピース、とうあ

Facts:
- Reserved seat: ¥12,500 (tax included)
- Reserved seat (with PPV): ¥15,200 (tax included)
- Viewing fee: 3,700 yen (tax included)
- A separate fee of ¥400 applies

## The slot roguelite Slot & Dungeons launches officially on Steam today, July 28 (Tue.)! Major update adds new characters, an endless mode and more!

- Published: 2026-07-28T10:50:50+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000150467.html
- anchor: #n1719316
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社MUC GAMES、Slot & Dungeons

Facts:
- 30% OFF
- 1,110 yen (tax included)
- 777 yen (tax included)
- Tuesday, July 28, 2026
- Through Aug. 11

## AnnoLink analyzes relationships among documents, which people then refine and visualize

- Published: 2026-07-28T10:50:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000064468.html
- anchor: #n1719319
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ATINDE、AnnoLink

Facts:
- System requirements: Windows11

## X campaign reach varies by as much as 8 times by industry, with retail, e-commerce, finance and food service ranking highest (measured comparison across 16 industries)

- Published: 2026-07-28T10:50:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000107.000026754.html
- anchor: #n1719318
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社hashout、SocialReport、QUOカード

Facts:
- Median: 39,791 cases
- Same: 4,945 cases
- 2,600 giveaway campaigns
- 39,800 yen per month

## 名古屋商科大学 holds presentation event for the Global BBA case writing seminar

- Published: 2026-07-28T10:50:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000392.000085831.html
- anchor: #n1719317
- Companies mentioned: 名古屋商科大学、Zipline、ドン・キホーテ、パン・パシフィック・インターナショナルホールディングス

Facts:
- July 23, 2026 (Thursday)

## [New capsule toy] A cute new bakery opens!? Wan-nyan Bakery goes on sale in late July 2026!

- Published: 2026-07-28T10:49:47+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000089.000143851.html
- anchor: #n1719320
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社三洋堂

Facts:
- 12 designs in total
- Late July 2026

## ハイレゾ and YUTECT to host a joint webinar on the practical implementation of industry-specific AI on July 31

- Published: 2026-07-28T10:49:18+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000144.000058027.html
- anchor: #n1719321
- Companies mentioned: ハイレゾ、YUTECT、NVIDIA、経済産業省、ブータン王国

Facts:
- Operating a GPU data center specializing in AI development since 2019
- June 2022: Received NVIDIA’s “Best CSP Partner of the Year” award
- April 2024: Certified by 経済産業省 under its supply assurance plan for the “Cloud Program”
- February 2026: A small-scale demonstration project to build a green AI data center in ブータン王国 was selected for 経済産業省’s Reiwa 6 supplementary-budget grant program for future-oriented co-creation projects with the Global South (small-scale demonstration and feasibility study projects)
- GPUSOROBAN has been used more than 2,000 times cumulatively

## Shinzato Bookbinding, founded 92 years ago, releases new product made using float materials from the Hirosaki Neputa Festival

- Published: 2026-07-28T10:47:04+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000113983.html
- anchor: #n1719322
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社新里製本所、ロフト

Facts:
- Price: 1,980 yen (tax included) (1,800 yen before tax)
- Price: 3,080 yen (tax included) (2,800 yen before tax)
- 10 ロフト stores nationwide

## Your voice is not a talent but an asset worth investing in. A professional narrator with 23 years of experience will hold an Aug. 3 workshop for executives on strategic investment to maximize the ROI of their voice

- Published: 2026-07-28T10:45:18+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000187964.html
- anchor: #n1719323
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Tera、株式会社ヒーロープロデュース、株式会社Neeew Local

Facts:
- Has provided live narration for the news program Prime News for 15 years
- Experience in more than 5,000 live broadcast productions
- Directly coached more than 1,000 people
- Secured investment rights worth 10 million yen
- Capacity: 40 people
- Participation fee: 10,000 yen

## Raise a glass this fall in Shiba Park, with views of Tokyo Tower, and by the waterfront in Toyosu! Oktoberfest 2026 to be held in Shiba Park and Toyosu starting Sept. 11

- Published: 2026-07-28T10:44:32+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000069.000047941.html
- anchor: #n1719072
- Companies mentioned: オクトーバーフェスト実行委員会、アーバンドック ららぽーと豊洲

Facts:
- 13 days, from Sept. 11 (Fri.) to Sept. 23 (Wed., public holiday)
- 25 days, from Sept. 18 (Fri.) to Oct. 12 (Mon., public holiday)
- Adults (junior high school students and older): 500 yen
- Giant 3L beer mug
- 2.5L boot-shaped mug

## July 28 is World Hepatitis Day｜GME’s mail-in hepatitis B and C testing has surpassed 130,000 tests, as it calls for expanded testing opportunities for the more than 2 million estimated hepatitis virus carriers in Japan

- Published: 2026-07-28T10:43:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000172742.html
- anchor: #n1719073
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社GME、WHO、厚生労働省

Facts:
- Around 1.3 million people worldwide die from viral hepatitis each year
- An estimated 304 million people worldwide are infected with hepatitis B or C
- At least approximately 1.1 million people in Japan carry the hepatitis B virus (HBV)

## 電話代行サービス株式会社 significantly expands the service area for its nationwide phone number rental service, which covers major area codes in all 47 prefectures

- Published: 2026-07-28T10:43:21+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000028.000153683.html
- anchor: #n1719074
- Companies mentioned: 電話代行サービス株式会社

Facts:
- More than 10,000 companies have adopted the service
- Monthly fee: ¥2,000 and up

## [Taking place in August 2026] WTT Champions Yokohama 2026, an international tournament bringing together the world’s top table tennis players | Tickets on sale for “Champions Experience,” Japan’s first official hospitality program

- Published: 2026-07-28T10:41:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000162271.html
- anchor: #n1719075
- Companies mentioned: WTT（ワールドテーブルテニス）、横浜市、公益財団法人日本卓球協会、一般社団法人神奈川県卓球協会、横浜市卓球協会、アンドエーワークス合同会社

Facts:
- 男女各32名が出場
- 2026年8月4日（火）〜8月9日（日）