# AI News 180m Report｜2026-07-28 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 1 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.

## 日産アトラス（F24型・ガソリン車）ベース EVコンバージョン 開発状況のお知らせ

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:44:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000130581.html
- anchor: #n1719764
- Companies mentioned: ヤマト モビリティ&Mfg.株式会社、日産、三菱ふそう、株式会社オートワークス京都

Facts:
- “1,000 km driving verification”
- Approximately 500 km of continuous driving tests
- Mass production to begin in August 2026

## 売れるネット広告社グループ(9235)、“シンプルこそ最強”新世代チャットボット『UREBO』を2026年8月1日提供開始！

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:43:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000464.000073846.html
- anchor: #n1719765
- Companies mentioned: 売れるネット広告社グループ、売れるネット広告社株式会社、Fortune Business Insights、Grand View Research

Facts:
- The global chatbot market was worth approximately 8.37 billion U.S. dollars (approximately 1.2 trillion yen) in 2025
- It is expected to grow to approximately 60.21 billion U.S. dollars (approximately 8.8 trillion yen) by 2034
- The market is forecast to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 24.5%
- The market was worth approximately 440 million U.S. dollars (approximately 65 billion yen) in 2025
- It is expected to grow to approximately 2.07 billion U.S. dollars (approximately 300 billion yen) by 2033
- The market is forecast to grow at an annual rate of 20.9%

## [Cheese purchasing behavior survey] Survey highlights how cheese is becoming an everyday food in Japan

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:43:39+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000145450.html
- anchor: #n1719766
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニューストリーム、雪印メグミルク、QBB、キリ、明治

Facts:
- チーズを月1回以上購入する生活者は52.6%
- 週1回以上の「ヘビー購入層」は5人に1人
- The No. 1 cheese found in households is “sliced cheese”
- The No. 2 choice is “melting cheese for pizza and shredded cheese”
- Japan's total cheese consumption in Reiwa 6 was 326,415 tons
- Up 3.5% year over year

## フィリップス・オークション、2026年春季シーズンの総売上高5億700万米ドルを達成。前年同期比60％増を記録

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:41:13+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000029.000132287.html
- anchor: #n1719767
- Companies mentioned: フィリップス・オークション、バックス＆ルッソ、アンディ・ウォーホル、F.P.ジュルヌ、ヴァン クリーフ＆アーペル、フランソワ＝グザヴィエ・ラランヌ、ティナ・モドッティ

Facts:
- Total sales reached 507 million U.S. dollars
- This marked a 60% increase from the 2025 spring season
- The global sell-through rate by lot was 90%
- It was 《Sixteen Jackies》.
- 《Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom, from Reigning Queens (F. & S. 336)》, 1985. Estimated price: 100,000–150,000 pounds. Sold for 232,200 pounds (295,382 U.S. dollars)
- 《Chronomètre à Résonance（Souscription No. 007）》, circa 2000. Estimated price: 1 million U.S. dollars or more. Sold for 13,922,000 U.S. dollars
- 《Coral, chrysoprase and diamond necklace/bracelet combination（Zip）》, 2012. Estimated price: 260,000–480,000 Swiss francs. Sold for 619,200 Swiss francs (796,809 U.S. dollars)
- 《Mouton de Pierre》, 1979. Estimated price: 180,000–

## [From Tokushima, with 150 years in business] kakutell produces a giant mural for 森田緑化, launching a “plants × art” project

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000143031.html
- anchor: #n1719771
- Companies mentioned: kakutell、森田緑化株式会社、株式会社エクステンド

Facts:
- 150th anniversary

## A new Roppongi social hub where plants and music, food and craft beer come together.

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000016569.html
- anchor: #n1719770
- Companies mentioned: 武興商事株式会社、VINYL HOUSE 六本木植物園、赤坂維新號グループ、ビーフン東、Chi-Fu、Az／ビーフン東 大阪店、AUBE、J-Chefs、7 Chefs、毎日放送

Facts:
- [Opening date]: Tuesday, July 21, 2026
- [Hours]: 15:00–23:00 (Fridays and days before holidays, 15:00–5:00 the next day)
- 10 varieties of tap cocktails
- Top restaurants and production regions from more than 30 countries worldwide

## 『小林董信基金』へ貴重なご寄付をお寄せいただきました。-時代に合わせた資産運用で社会貢献・NPO支援を

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000140708.html
- anchor: #n1719769
- Companies mentioned: 小林董信基金、NPO法人北海道NPOサポートセンター、認定NPO法人北海道NPOファンド

Facts:
- Phone: 011-200-0973
- FAX: 011-200-0974

## Results of an initiative to promote routine shingles vaccination through care managers nationwide

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000259.000012000.html
- anchor: #n1719768
- Companies mentioned: 一般財団法人阪大微生物病研究会、株式会社インターネットインフィニティー

Facts:
- The initiative is estimated to have led to vaccinations for approximately 65,000 people
- Number of care managers targeted: approximately 100,000
- Number of home-care support offices sent leaflets: 33,210
- The proportion of care managers who distributed leaflets to users and their families was 32.6%
- 1人のケアマネジャーが担当する平均利用者数は35.1人でした
- 1人のケアマネジャーがリーフレットを見せたり、渡したり、声かけをした利用者や家族は平均7.5人でした
- 1人のケアマネジャーが担当する利用者や家族のうち、平均2.0人が帯状疱疹ワクチンを接種したと報告されました
- Of these, an average of 1.1 received it as a routine vaccination
- An estimated 244,000 users and family members were shown or given leaflets, or spoken to, by care managers

## [Pledge for Peace] Event at 豊橋市中央図書館 teaches children the value of peace. Local high school students will also present their peace activities (free admission)

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:39:53+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000983.000025583.html
- anchor: #n1719772
- Companies mentioned: 豊橋市、豊橋市中央図書館、豊橋市教育委員会、桜丘高校、ヒロシマ原爆の火

Facts:
- 81 years since the end of the war
- First 50 people only
- Approximately 60 war-related items, including a signed Japanese flag and leaflets dropped by U.S. forces
- Approximately 170 related books

## Nationwide call for educational practices in the age of AI: Applications open for the “Next Education Award 2026”

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:36:52+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000053643.html
- anchor: #n1719773
- Companies mentioned: 活育財団、国際工科専門職大学、Google、東京大学

Facts:
- Application deadline for the adult category: Monday, August 31, 2026
- Final round (presentations and awards ceremony): Sunday, October 25, 2026, in Tokyo
- Date and time: Tuesday, August 11, 2026, 20:00–21:00

## [Toyota Conic Pro × Yasuda Real Estate] Bringing new energy to Kanda-Awajicho, home to the company's headquarters! Exhibiting at the “WATERRAS Summer Festival 2026”

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:36:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000110.000058285.html
- anchor: #n1719774
- Companies mentioned: トヨタ・コニック・プロ株式会社、安田不動産株式会社、トヨタ自動車株式会社、株式会社電通グループ、ZETA DIVISION

Facts:
- ■資本金：50 百万円
- トヨタ・コニック株主：トヨタ自動車株式会社(66%)
- 株式会社電通グループ (34%).

## 合同会社デルタクリエイト代表・佐藤舞（サトマイ）、フジテレビ系『ホンマでっか！？TV』に出演

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:34:15+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000118049.html
- anchor: #n1719775
- Companies mentioned: 合同会社デルタクリエイト、フジテレビ、株式会社野村総合研究所、KADOKAWA、総合法令出版

Facts:
- Visceral fat decreased by approximately 30 g
- More than 450,000 channel subscribers
- Established: March 2020

## NAVER, NVIDIA and Brookfield to expand development of South Korea's national AI factory infrastructure

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:32:32+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000638.000012662.html
- anchor: #n1719776
- Companies mentioned: NAVER、NVIDIA、Brookfield、GAK Sejong、NVIDIA DSX、NVIDIA® DSX™、NVIDIA AI、NVIDIA Vera Rubin、NVIDIA Blackwell、NVIDIA Cloud Partner、NVIDIA Nemotron™ 3 Ultra、NVIDIA Nemotron Coalition、NVIDIA NemoClaw™、NVIDIA Agent Toolkit、NVIDIA Cosmos™

Facts:
- Expanding to 200 megawatts
- 55 megawatts
- 10 億ドル
- 最大 90 億ドル
- 12.04 trillion won
- 8.18 billion U.S. dollars
- 1 trillion dollars

## No construction required and easy for anyone to install! Sales begin for multi-unit sets of the simple “AN-S150H” security system, offering convenient monitoring for vehicles, stores and agricultural facilities

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:31:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000270.000039659.html
- anchor: #n1719777
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社慶洋エンジニアリング、Amazon

Facts:
- Alarm sound of up to 113 dB
- 7 vibration sensitivity levels
- Began on July 28, 2026
- 1-unit set
- Set of 3
- 5-unit set
- 3% OFF
- 5% OFF
- With daily use: approximately 1–2 years
- On standby: approximately 2–3 years

## [Recommended by registered dietitians] 15/e organic launches non-heated natural water from Azumino, Shinshu! A mellow, ultra-soft natural mineral water that has passed proprietary safety inspections 10 times stricter than domestic standards

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:30:16+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000234.000031676.html
- anchor: #n1719778
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ONPA JAPAN、15/e organic、ONE OK ROCK、Taka

Facts:
- Hardness: 14 mg/L
- Less than 5 ng/L
- Average for domestically produced natural mineral water (approximately 62.3 mg/L)
- Suggested retail price: 180 yen

## Fuji Arte-sponsored player 加藤麗奈 wins her first JLPGA Tour title, fulfilling a long-held dream at 19

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:30:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000143827.html
- anchor: #n1719779
- Companies mentioned: フジアルテ株式会社、JLPGA、大東建託

Facts:
- Wins with a total score of 22 under par
- First win at 19 years and 143 days old

## Prodelight’s official character “テルフルくん” enters the “NIKKEI Corporate Character Election 2026”!

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:30:10+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000203.000144252.html
- anchor: #n1719780
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プロディライト、株式会社日本経済新聞社、INNOVERA

Facts:
- Voting period: August 17, 2026 (Monday)–September 17 (Thursday)

## Renew without demolition, expand our network nationwide with patented technology: seeking distributors and sales partners following our exhibition at 下水道展

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:30:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000151953.html
- anchor: #n1719781
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社P・C・Gテクニカ、東京ビッグサイト、下水道展

Facts:
- Since its founding in 1964
- Extends pipe life by more than 20 years
- Cuts CO2 emissions by approximately 50%–80%
- Obtained 6 patents

## Achieved annual gross profit of 100 million yen for 7 consecutive years with 5 employees; former auto dealership owner completely revamps “Secret Strategies for Running an Auto Dealership”

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000187692.html
- anchor: #n1719804
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ラインアップ

Facts:
- Annual gross profit of 100 million yen
- Achieved for 7 consecutive years
- Monthly gross profit of approximately 3 million yen
- Increased to approximately 12 million yen
- Profit improved by approximately 4 times
- Over 28 years in the automotive industry

## “SEM Game Server Engine,” which supports game server development, evolves! Official support for TiDB and AI use make development more efficient

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000160832.html
- anchor: #n1719803
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スタジオセム、TiDB、Unity、Unreal Engine

Facts:
- SEM Game Server Engine Ver.3

## 永和システムマネジメント offers data science course to high school girls to develop future tech leaders — a project under the “ふくいGirl’sテックリーダーサークル” initiative hosted by 福井県

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000032.000028561.html
- anchor: #n1719802
- Companies mentioned: 永和システムマネジメント、福井県

Facts:
- August 3, 2026
- The event is being held for the 4th time this year

## With prices high during Golden Week, approximately 86% of children spent “within 3,000 yen.” Spending habits show they “think about how to use money” rather than simply buying what they “want”

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000035.000118222.html
- anchor: #n1719801
- Companies mentioned: NPO法人キッズフリマ

Facts:
- Approximately 86% of children spent 3,000 yen or less during Golden Week, a survey found.
- Approximately 86% shopped with “3,000 yen or less”
- Number of valid responses: 165

## D&Mグループ holds networking event with foreign specified-skilled workers

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000036.000174201.html
- anchor: #n1719800
- Companies mentioned: D&Mグループ、株式会社D&Mカンパニー

Facts:
- July 22, 2026 (Wed.)

## Starting in January 2027: One book for work, hobbies and fandom activities. A diary customizable to suit your lifestyle.

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000063.000105386.html
- anchor: #n1719799
- Companies mentioned: マルマン株式会社、Creative Support Company maruman、キャンソン社、リラ社

Facts:
- Price: 2,090 yen/1,870 yen (tax included)
- Price: ¥880 (tax included)
- Price: ¥1,650 (tax included)

## [New release] Add a playful touch and “space” to everyday life. A special handmade collaboration between plush artist 尾崎歩美’s “mojojojo” and “macaroni edge” is here!

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000100.000052644.html
- anchor: #n1719798
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社シンシア、mojojojo、macaroni edge

Facts:
- Retail price: ¥3,300 (tax included)
- Retail price: 2,750 yen (tax included)
- Retail price: 2,530 yen (tax included)
- Retail price: 4,400 yen (tax included)
- Capital: 10,000,000 yen

## New Live2D models of “四国めたん” and “あんこもん” are now available on “nizima ACTION!!,” the official online video editor for Live2D! Includes more than 50 expressions and motions. Also works with VOICEVOX!

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000158.000024818.html
- anchor: #n1719797
- Companies mentioned: Live2D、VOICEVOX、nizima ACTION!!、nizima LIVE、VTube Studio、Live2D Cubism、Live2D Creative Studio、nizima、Live2D JUKU、アニプレックス

Facts:
- Equipped with more than 50 expressions and motions

## 国土交通省「民間提案型官民連携モデリング事業」に採択

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000183.000061878.html
- anchor: #n1719796
- Companies mentioned: JFEエンジニアリング株式会社、八千代エンジニヤリング株式会社、国土交通省

Facts:
- There are approximately 730,000 road bridges nationwide
- As of 2024, approximately 39% of bridges had been in service for more than 50 years
- This figure will rise to approximately 63% by 2034

## FCCP（食共創パートナーズ） acquires the e-commerce and hometown tax donation businesses of “北国からの贈り物”

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000196.000023636.html
- anchor: #n1719795
- Companies mentioned: FCCP（食共創パートナーズ）、INTLOOP株式会社、株式会社北国からの贈り物、日本ふるさと創生株式会社、旭食品、株式会社山十前川商店、トモシアホールディングスグループ、フレックスコンサルティング法律事務所

Facts:
- Filed for civil rehabilitation with the Saitama District Court on April 1, 2026
- Received an order to commence rehabilitation proceedings on April 8, 2026
- Received approval from the Saitama District Court for the transfer of this business on July 27, 2026
- Plans to acquire the business on August 1, 2026
- FCCP was established in January 2025 to preserve and pass on Japanese food culture and revitalize local economies
- On December 15, 2025, as its first project
- Claims and liabilities incurred by July 31, 2026 will belong to 北国 and JFG
- Established: June 2026

## Wagyu premium burger specialty restaurant “BURGER REVOLUTION” launches its August-only “Mala Burger” on Saturday, August 1!

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000200.000072408.html
- anchor: #n1719794
- Companies mentioned: BURGER REVOLUTION、株式会社バーガーレボリューション、Trailhead Global Holdings株式会社

Facts:
- 100% BLACK Wagyu: 2,280 yen
- 100% HALAL BLACK Wagyu: 3,880 yen
- 100% HALAL HOKKAIDO Wagyu: 4,480 yen
- 100% KOBE Beef（神戸牛）：4,480円
- 100% MATSUSAKA Beef: 4,480 yen
- 100% RED Wagyu (Japanese brown cattle/rare selection): 3,880 yen
- 100% TOKYO Wagyu (Tokyo-produced Wagyu/rare): 4,780 yen
- Capital: ¥1,638,811,032
- Sales: standalone basis, 1.183 billion yen (fiscal year ending March 2026)

## Exhibition success is determined by “planning,” not “the day of.” Webinar “展示会兵法三十六計 2026夏の陣” to be held August 25 and 26, offering 2 days of systematic, practical learning on exhibition success

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000221.000048571.html
- anchor: #n1719793
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Bizibl Technologies、Bizibl

Facts:
- Capacity: 200 participants each day
- 2026年8月25日（火）から8月26日（水）までの期間

## [Recruiting participants] “Film Nexus - PRO Reskilling Program,” a one-day intensive practical course on working smoothly with local communities, government, and film commissions during filming (free to attend)

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000303.000103029.html
- anchor: #n1719792
- Companies mentioned: 特定非営利活動法人映像産業振興機構（VIPO）、ジャパン・フィルムコミッション（JFC）、独立行政法人日本芸術文化振興会、文化芸術活動基盤強化基金、Film Nexus

Facts:
- Session １: August 24, 2026
- Session ２ is scheduled for December 2026 (fourth week)
- [Number of participants] Approximately 30 people
- [Application deadline] August 17, 2026 (Monday)

## The number of shops with overseas purchases through “BASE”’s cross-border e-commerce feature “Easy Overseas Sales” has topped 5,000!

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000315.000030814.html
- anchor: #n1719791
- Companies mentioned: BASE株式会社、田辺工房、Ropa de Aulu、TANGO OPEN CENTER、梅天神、PAY株式会社、want.jp株式会社、株式会社Eストアー、Port株式会社

Facts:
- 5,000 shops in total
- 75.0% of the total
- 97.3%
- 73.2%
- 2.6 million shops
- 8.84754 billion yen

## The origins of “theory-driven horror.” Revived in an impressive 680-page volume with a 38-millimeter spine! “怪奇の断片 怪奇探偵・小池壮彦ルポルタージュ傑作選” goes on sale from 二見書房 on July 28. A legendary reportage collection that shocked the occult world.

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000385.000083062.html
- anchor: #n1719790
- Companies mentioned: 二見書房、フジテレビ、稲川淳二、かぐや姫、日航

Facts:
- 38-millimeter spine
- 680 pages
- 3,200 yen before tax

## ヤンマーホールディングス and 日立建機 sign basic agreement to explore collaboration in the compact construction equipment business

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000388.000034384.html
- anchor: #n1719789
- Companies mentioned: ヤンマーホールディングス、日立建機、ヤンマー建機、ランドクロス株式会社

Facts:
- With approximately 25,000 employees worldwide
- Consolidated revenue for fiscal 2025 (year ended March 2026) was 1.4055 trillion yen
- Overseas revenue accounted for 84%

## Enjoy ベビースター in freshly baked bread! サンマルク and おやつカンパニー launch joint project!

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000732.000021119.html
- anchor: #n1719788
- Companies mentioned: ベビースター、サンマルクホールディングス、株式会社おやつカンパニー、ベーカリーレストラン BAQET、BAKERY RESTAURANT C、ごっこランド

Facts:
- 6 collaboration menu items featuring ベビースター
- Available for a limited time from August 1, 2026 (Saturday) to August 31 (Monday)
- Crispy ベビースター with potato and bacon, lasagna-style (※ includes all-you-can-eat bread) 1,859 yen, tax included
- Caramel ベビースター croissant 345 yen, tax included
- Chunky curry ベビースター cubes 345 yen, tax included
- Crunchy chocolate ベビースター cubes 345 yen, tax included
- Number of winners: 5
- Period: August 1, 2026 (Saturday)–August 7 (Friday)
- Period: August 1 (Saturday)–August 31 (Monday)
- Period: August 1, 2026 (Saturday)–August 31 (Monday)
- Date: Monday, July 27, 2026

## キリンビールとの協働第2弾「キリン 氷結®mottainai 富良野メロン（期間限定／セブン‐イレブン等限定）(※1)」が8月4日（火）より期間限定で順次発売

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001074.000155396.html
- anchor: #n1719787
- Companies mentioned: キリンビール株式会社、株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン、ヨークベニマル、イズミ、ダイイチ

Facts:
- 350ml
- 500 ml
- 350 ml, 176 yen
- 193.60 yen, including tax
- 500 ml, 237 yen
- 260.70 yen, including tax
- Alcohol content: 4%
- 0.2% fruit juice
- Equivalent to approximately 5,000 Furano melons
- About 8 tons

## Local data centers will shape the future of their regions! The Ishikari Data Center Consortium (石狩DCC) set to be established

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001337.000098811.html
- anchor: #n1719786
- Companies mentioned: NTT東日本株式会社、さくらインターネット株式会社、京セラコミュニケーションシステム株式会社、合同会社石狩再エネデータセンター第1号、株式会社Flower Communications、株式会社ブロードバンドタワー、東急不動産株式会社、NTTME株式会社、石狩地域エネルギー合同会社、株式会社リエネ、北海道総合通信網株式会社

Facts:
- To be established on July 28, 2026

## Make childcare a little easier. KOKUYO launches 4 storage products for preschoolers, packed with its expertise

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001375.000048998.html
- anchor: #n1719785
- Companies mentioned: コクヨ株式会社

Facts:
- Baby food pouch: 1,600 yen
- Medicine file: 1,300 yen
- Stand-up supply bag: 2,800 yen
- Artwork file: 950 yen

## KOKUYO Supply Logistics launches a pilot project to improve fulfillment center workers’ sense of purpose through gamification

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001376.000048998.html
- anchor: #n1719784
- Companies mentioned: コクヨサプライロジスティクス株式会社、コクヨ株式会社、カウネット、千葉商科大学、株式会社セガ エックスディー

Facts:
- At least 80% feel, “I did a good job today”
- At least 70% of staff continuously logged in during the pilot period
- January 2027
- Capital: 100 million yen

## The ultimate panic suspense series 『虐殺ハッピーエンド』, marking its 9th anniversary since serialization began, is getting a streaming drama adaptation!! Comments from both original author 宮月新 and artist 向浦宏和 included!!

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002419.000046848.html
- anchor: #n1719783
- Companies mentioned: 白泉社、ヤングアニマルWeb

Facts:
- ■ List price: ¥759 (base price ¥690 + 10% tax)
- ■ Release date: 2026.7.29

## GMOサイバーセキュリティ byイエラエ discovers a Linux kernel vulnerability that went unnoticed for 19 years, using white-hat hacker expertise and AI

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005461.000000136.html
- anchor: #n1719782
- Companies mentioned: GMOインターネットグループ、GMOサイバーセキュリティ byイエラエ、Google

Facts:
- It had existed for about 19 years without being fixed
- Execution time is less than 1 second
- Won a bounty of more than 80,000 US dollars

## Two commemorative days, “ガーデングループの日” and “にわぞぅ誕生日,” officially registered

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:29:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000029218.html
- anchor: #n1719637
- Companies mentioned: ガーデングループ、株式会社遊楽、一般社団法人 日本記念日協会

Facts:
- February 8
- Nov. 28

## FPT and the 伊藤忠商事グループ are launching the in-house innovation promotion organization “Global Tech Center” in earnest

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:25:53+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000134.000017750.html
- anchor: #n1719638
- Companies mentioned: FPT、伊藤忠商事グループ、FPTコーポレーション、FPTソフトウェア、CISD (ASIA) CO.,LTD.、伊藤忠商事株式会社、Flezi Galaxy

Facts:
- Deployment to more than 100 companies in the Itochu Corporation overseas group
- Sales of more than 1.34 billion US dollars
- More than 33,000 employees in 30 countries
- More than 1,100 clients worldwide
- About 100 of them are companies listed in the Fortune Global 500

## [First time in Nagoya] End-of-life planning and identity-guarantee provider community しゅうサポ to hold its 16th meeting [あかり保証]

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:24:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000069.000156029.html
- anchor: #n1719639
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社あかり保証、しゅうサポ

Facts:
- Participation fee: 3,000 yen
- By 2050, the number of older adults without children is expected to exceed 10 million
- Of those, the number of older adults without relatives to rely on is estimated to exceed 4 million
- Capital: 100 million yen (including capital reserves)

## A “Skills Development Workshop for Teachers and Staff” will be held

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:23:49+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000050.000145306.html
- anchor: #n1719640
- Companies mentioned: 日本赤十字社神奈川県支部、神奈川県青少年赤十字指導者協議会、神奈川県教育委員会、横浜市教育委員会、川崎市教育委員会、相模原市教育委員会

Facts:
- [2 days]
- Capacity: 50 people

## airlabo to exhibit at 下水道展’26東京, proposing AI-powered DX for infrastructure maintenance management that starts with “paper and photos”

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:22:21+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000171615.html
- anchor: #n1719641
- Companies mentioned: airlabo株式会社、下水道展’26東京

Facts:
- Event period: August 4, 2026 (Tuesday) to August 7 (Friday)

## [関西外国語大学] An open campus was held on July 25, attracting 2,858 visitors amid scorching heat exceeding 38 degrees. Visitors received ＜関西外大の水＞ as a heat countermeasure. The next event is on August 2 (Sunday)

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:21:54+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000109.000151397.html
- anchor: #n1719642
- Companies mentioned: 関西外国語大学、島根県浜田市

Facts:
- High temperature of 38.2 degrees

## More naturally cover scars and skin concerns! Introducing 彩肌ベール, a skin-covering patch developed to blend seamlessly with the skin

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:21:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000055.000030171.html
- anchor: #n1719643
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コスモテック、株式会社フェイスラボ

Facts:
- Ultra-thin 0.02 mm film
- 1,980 yen (tax included)
- On sale starting Friday, July 31, 2026

## 100 people thrilled by a tuna-cutting show featuring a tuna weighing about 30 kg. “Seafood Festival” held under the theme of “this year’s earliest summer memories”

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:21:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000187604.html
- anchor: #n1719644
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Wish、海の幸会

Facts:
- Tuna-cutting show featuring a tuna weighing about 30 kg
- Approximately 100 people attended

## Official LINE subscribers top 4,000 in 180 days since launch!! わたしの美容転職, a beauty-industry-focused recruitment agency specializing in hiring for beauty clinics, salons and beauty manufacturers, launches a campaign with no initial fee and success fees starting at 300,000 yen

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000187543.html
- anchor: #n1719652
- Companies mentioned: Why Do株式会社、わたしの美容転職

Facts:
- 4,000 official LINE subscribers
- Success fee: 300,000 yen
- 180 days since service launch

## Eye-catching, delicious and perfect for hot summer days! US-born fizzy frozen drink ICEE set to exhibit at CAFERES JAPAN!

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000051.000107377.html
- anchor: #n1719651
- Companies mentioned: オザックス株式会社、ICEE、CAFERES JAPAN、本家西尾八ッ橋、富士急ハイランド

Facts:
- 500 million cups consumed worldwide each year
- Born in the US in 1967

## 株式会社 digglue provides “CE Traceability” for ASKUL’s resource-circulation project for used clear file folders

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000068.000039284.html
- anchor: #n1719650
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 digglue、アスクル株式会社、白井エコセンター株式会社、亜星商事株式会社

Facts:
- Cumulative collection of used clear file folders reaches 405 tons
- Cumulative number of businesses participating in resource circulation reaches 3,959
- About 15 hours saved per month
- A project to collect and recycle clear file folders, with about 4,000 businesses participating

## 管理職は本当に罰ゲーム？ ～約９割が現場の実務も担う「プレイングマネジャー」 多忙な中間管理職の実態を読み解く～

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000362.000078820.html
- anchor: #n1719649
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人日本経営協会

Facts:
- The survey found that 86.8% also take on work as individual contributors.
- Asked about their workload compared with 3 years ago, 51.0% said it had “increased.”
- “Staff shortages in the department” was the most common response (50.3%)
- Only 21.0% said they “wanted” a promotion to a management position
- The combined total came to 70.5%.
- “Stability in personal life” (39.9%),
- “Fair evaluation and compensation for work” (39.0%)

## [Aomori City] Women-only machine Pilates studio ピラティスK to open at Aomori GALA Town on Friday, July 31, 2026, expanding to its 3rd location in Aomori Prefecture!

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000378.000020775.html
- anchor: #n1719648
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社LOIVE、ピラティスK

Facts:
- Operates more than 230 women-only boutique fitness studios nationwide (as of June 2026)
- Number of locations operated: 236 nationwide (as of June 2026)
- Boasts a female workforce ratio of 99.9% (*)

## ＜Eliminate anxiety about assignments in Australia!＞ The latest information needed for business success and life abroad organized across 5 areas—a global e-learning program specializing in talent development

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000579.000077877.html
- anchor: #n1719647
- Companies mentioned: インサイトアカデミー株式会社、INSIGHT ACADEMY

## AI Data社 announces “AI Logistics Loop” for the logistics industry, powered by AI孔明 on IDX’s new “AI突合作業™ Loop” feature

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000774.000040956.html
- anchor: #n1719646
- Companies mentioned: AIデータ株式会社、AI孔明 on IDX、Tokkyo.Ai

Facts:
- More than 10,000 companies
- More than 1 million customers
- No. 1 in sales volume for 17 consecutive years

## 家具・家電レンタル・サブスクサービスを展開するCLASへパナソニックくらしビジョナリーファンドから出資

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006810.000003442.html
- anchor: #n1719645
- Companies mentioned: パナソニック、SBIインベストメント、CLAS、株式会社クラス

Facts:
- (July 28, 2026)

## [Summer limited-edition products arrive!] Cheese dessert specialty shop Now on Cheese♪ introduces 2 new products with refreshing flavors perfect for summer!

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:19:58+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001381.000013125.html
- anchor: #n1719653
- Companies mentioned: Now on Cheese♪、株式会社ケイシイシイ

Facts:
- Price: ¥432 (including tax)
- Price: 1,491 yen (including tax)
- Price: 2,484 yen (including tax)
- Capital: 80 million yen

## Civil engineering company gifts “self-care from the job site” to the soccer team at its founder’s alma mater, a technical high school. High school students relate to the craft workers’ wisdom of taking care of themselves through skincare

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:18:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000152068.html
- anchor: #n1719654
- Companies mentioned: 三気建設株式会社、主守手

Facts:
- For all team members (about 80 people)
- Survey of 600 construction industry workers nationwide

## Joint trade show CHOIS partners with BEENOS Solutions to launch a cross-border e-commerce support program

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:16:29+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000127517.html
- anchor: #n1719655
- Companies mentioned: CHOIS、BEENOS Solutions、BEENOSグループ

Facts:
- The program will launch with “VOL.7,” scheduled for August 2026
- 次回「2027 S/S展 VOL.7」は、2026年8月25日（火）〜27日（木）に恵比寿で開催予定です
- Since launching its cross-border e-commerce support business in 2008, it has supported more than 7,000 cross-border e-commerce projects
- An overseas user base of more than 6 million worldwide

## システムファイブ begins sales of the MOFAGE drop-in filter adapter “MOFAGE POCO II,” with shipments starting in mid-August

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:16:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000261.000024840.html
- anchor: #n1719656
- Companies mentioned: システムファイブ、MOFAGE

Facts:
- Announced on July 28, 2026
- Scheduled for mid-August 2026 or later
- Insertion depth of up to approximately 26 mm

## A winding road to the goal for a man who loves アーセナル. Ramen shop ガナーズ, selected for Tabelog’s Top 100 for 2 consecutive years, to open its 2nd location in Jiyugaoka on Friday, July 31!

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:14:49+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000038.000045707.html
- anchor: #n1719422
- Companies mentioned: ガナーズ、アーセナル、株式会社ムジャキフーズ、トラナビ

Facts:
- Selected for Tabelog’s Top 100 for 2 consecutive years
- Our signature “Vongole Rosso + cheese risotto (S size)” will be offered for ¥1,000, down from the regular price of ¥1,400
- An original sticker will be given to the first 100 customers
- Established: March 1997
- Capital: 100 million yen

## 【Dementia is a lifestyle-related disease! Reviewing your lifestyle can be the best medicine】“POWER MOOK 27: Eating and Lifestyle Habits to Avoid Dementia” goes on sale July 27!

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:13:43+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000356.000118288.html
- anchor: #n1719423
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社大洋図書、神戸大学、文響社

Facts:
- The number of older adults with dementia was estimated at 4.432 million as of 2022
- It is known that it takes as long as 20 years from the start of amyloid beta accumulation to the onset of Alzheimer’s disease dementia
- List price: ¥690 (base price: ¥627 + tax)

## 文部科学省における「令和8年度 学習指導要領の改訂を見据えた情報活用能力に関する調査研究」に関する業務受託のお知らせ

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:10:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000080.000019528.html
- anchor: #n1719424
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社EduLab、株式会社教育測定研究所、文部科学省

Facts:
- 「令和8年度 学習指導要領の改訂を見据えた情報活用能力に関する調査研究」

## スパイラル to co-host an offline seminar for financial institutions with ショーケース, 京セラ and AB Circle Japan on Wednesday, August 19

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:10:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000212.000056349.html
- anchor: #n1719425
- Companies mentioned: スパイラル株式会社、ショーケース、京セラ、AB Circle Japan

Facts:
- We have fulfilled the requests of more than 200 financial institutions
- More than 14,000 companies in total

## A business opportunity in the “AI adoption gap” among small and midsize companies! スマイルアップ to hold information sessions for companies interested in joining its AI management consulting franchise on August 6 and 26

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000187336.html
- anchor: #n1719439
- Companies mentioned: スマイルアップ合資会社、kintone

Facts:
- Capacity: 30 people per session (first come, first served)
- Revenue simulation (monthly: ¥300,000–¥1,500,000
- Revenue simulation (monthly: ¥300,000–¥1,500,000; an illustrative model assuming approximately ¥3,600,000–¥18,000,000 annually

## 船井総研あがたFAS to hold an August seminar for construction demolition company executives, revealing the behind-the-scenes story of M&A. A former owner will explain why they chose to sell despite strong business performance

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000184273.html
- anchor: #n1719438
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社船井総研あがたFAS、株式会社ＵＮＮＯ十番、船井総研ホールディングス、あがたグローバル経営グループ、株式会社船井総合研究所

Facts:
- 参加費は1名あたり11,000円（税込）です。

## Travel media outlet Tabiiro has begun selling accommodation plans offered by 嬉野 八十八

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000039.000181930.html
- anchor: #n1719437
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社旅色トラベル、嬉野 八十八、株式会社ブランジスタ

Facts:
- All 36 rooms feature flowing-source hot spring water from Ureshino Onsen, counted among Japan’s 三 major hot springs renowned for their skin-beautifying properties
- Over the course of 1 year, the head chef visited producers within an 88-km radius of Ureshino

## Partnership signed with Chainguard — adding software supply chain security offerings as part of its AI security and governance solutions —

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000095.000003070.html
- anchor: #n1719436
- Companies mentioned: クリエーションライン株式会社、Chainguard, Inc.、Chainguard

Facts:
- More than 30,000 secure packages

## 23rd anniversary of パールレディ and 17th anniversary of CHABAR! Anniversary sale announced!

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000119.000027150.html
- anchor: #n1719435
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ネットタワー、パールレディ、CHABAR、TEA18

Facts:
- TEA18 marks its 9th anniversary in Japan
- The signature “Pearl Milk Tea” will be available for ¥300
- Ceylon black tea milk tea with a topping for a special ¥300
- Enjoy “TEA18 Milk Tea” at an affordable price

## 【PARIYA DELICATESSEN】 Today’s meal shapes tomorrow’s me. “EAT for TOMORROW,” a gut-health wellness deli offering, will run for 2 weeks starting Tuesday, July 28

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000197.000064061.html
- anchor: #n1719434
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社グリーンハウスフーズ、PARIYA DELICATESSEN、株式会社サイキンソー、日本能力開発推進協会、大阪大学微生物病研究所

Facts:
- Available for a limited time from Tuesday, July 28, through Monday, August 10
- 3 original deli dishes

## 【Latest issue of WWDJAPAN】Men’s wear set free with ease: Spring/Summer 2027 Men’s Collection Feature Vol. 2 【WWDBEAUTY supplement: 2025 ranking of the world’s top 100 beauty companies by sales】

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000204.000080364.html
- anchor: #n1719433
- Companies mentioned: DRIES VAN NOTEN、SIMONE ROCHA、阪急メンズ大阪/東京、ユナイテッドアローズ、リステア、アマノジャク、バーグドルフ・グッドマン、ハロッズ、ギャラリー・ラファイエット、バレンシアガ、フェンディ、マルニ、ジーユー、フォード、メディキューブ、ジャイアント・バイオジーン・ホールディング、アヌア、ザ・ファウンダーズ、ロレアル、ケリング ビューティ、エスティ ローダー カンパニーズ、資生堂、ユニリーバ、ケイト・スペード、シキ、WWD、WWDJAPAN

Facts:
- Up 218.2% from the previous fiscal year

## 54 students in 名古屋商科大学’s tax accountant and certified public accountant courses attend an information session at 名古屋商科大学ビジネススクール

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000393.000085831.html
- anchor: #n1719432
- Companies mentioned: 名古屋商科大学、監査法人、税理士法人

Facts:
- 54 students in the tax accountant and certified public accountant courses
- A total of 90 successful candidates have been produced to date
- 7 subject-pass students
- It has produced 1 student who passed 3 subjects
- Scholarships equivalent to up to 4 years of tuition and other fees are awarded
- 3 international accreditations, a first in Japan
- It currently has 5 faculties, 10 departments and 2 graduate schools
- Partner institutions in 196 schools across 63 countries
- Ranked No. 1 in the Tokai-Hokuriku region for 4 consecutive years
- Ranked 15th in Japan

## IDEATION Cloud, an AI SaaS for generating business ideas, launches an “asset-based idea generation feature” using technologies, customers, know-how and other assets. Free demo campaign also underway

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000509.000016318.html
- anchor: #n1719431
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Relic、IDEATION Cloud

Facts:
- A track record of supporting new business development at more than 5,000 companies
- Since its launch in July 2025
- Up to 500 business ideas for each theme

## 【カサつく肌あれ・ニキビに】いつものお風呂がお肌のご褒美時間に。「旅の宿 薬用バスソルトにごり 発汗温浴」新発売 ～“湯布院”をイメージした温泉気分バスソルト～

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000706.000007954.html
- anchor: #n1719430
- Companies mentioned: クラシエ株式会社、旅の宿

Facts:
- Since its launch in 1986
- New product launching Friday, September 4, 2026

## Big Echo Tenguji store to open on July 31, featuring B-GARAGE, a darts bar with unlimited play

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001163.000014607.html
- anchor: #n1719429
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社第一興商、ダーツライブ社

Facts:
- Opening on July 31, 2026
- 27 rooms in total
- Seating: 20
- Private bookings for up to 30 people
- 20% off the total bill

## 無印良品 launches the “Breeze-Through Bicycle Helmet”

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001840.000000987.html
- anchor: #n1719428
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社良品計画、無印良品、警視庁、青山学院大学、山野美容専門学校、製品安全協会

Facts:
- Available sequentially from August 19 at select 無印良品 stores and the online store
- A “20-inch bicycle,” also available in 5 colors like the helmet, will launch at the same time
- The 20-inch small-diameter wheels make it easy to maneuver

## TISI and アットストリームコンサルティング confirm productivity gains from generative AI in system consulting through real-world projects

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001956.000011650.html
- anchor: #n1719427
- Companies mentioned: TISI株式会社、アットストリームコンサルティング株式会社、TISインテックグループ

Facts:
- 対応時間を3～7割削減
- Multiple real-world projects conducted in fiscal 2025

## 25歳以下の不動産鑑定士受験生を応援 TAC、不動産鑑定士講座「U25割引キャンペーン」を8月31日まで実施

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002686.000021078.html
- anchor: #n1719426
- Companies mentioned: TAC株式会社

Facts:
- People aged 25 and under
- Through August 31, 2026
- Regular course fee: ¥680,000
- Campaign course fee: ¥590,000
- Save ¥90,000
- Regular course fee: ¥695,000
- Campaign course fee: ¥600,000
- Save ¥95,000
- Regular course fee: ¥710,000
- Campaign course fee: ¥610,000
- Save ¥100,000
- Regular tuition: 563,000 yen
- Campaign tuition: 480,000 yen

## [Ragnarok Online] “Constellation Tower Reward Boost Event” launches!

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:09:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002147.000025063.html
- anchor: #n1719440
- Companies mentioned: ガンホー・オンライン・エンターテイメント株式会社、Gravity Co., Ltd.、Lee MyoungJin(studio DTDS)

Facts:
- Regular maintenance ends Tuesday, July 28, 2026
- Regular maintenance begins Tuesday, August 4, 2026
- October 27, 2026, 10:00
- October 20, 2026, 9:59
- Price: 5,000 yen (tax included)
- 1,500 yen [tax included] / 30 days

## Matin Kim to open its first Kansai store at LUCUA Osaka on August 28

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:08:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000100.000071607.html
- anchor: #n1719441
- Companies mentioned: Matin Kim、MUSINSA、HAGO HAUS

Facts:
- Welcomed approximately 9,000 customers
- Combined online and offline sales exceeded 60 million yen
- Cumulative visitor numbers exceeded 70,000
- Sales floor area: approximately 33.8 tsubo

## DIGITAL HEARTS GeeSPORTS holds a hands-on experience event for the GeeSPORTS game GEROGUE (ジェローグ) at a Sumida Ward-hosted event

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:07:49+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000164.000076535.html
- anchor: #n1719442
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社デジタルハーツホールディングス、株式会社DIGITAL HEARTS GeeSPORTS、学校法人電子学園、日本相撲協会

Facts:
- A Sumida Ward-hosted event held at Ryogoku Kokugikan on July 9, 2026
- Established: May 1, 2026

## Launch of the “DRV-X80EM,” a digital rearview mirror-style dashcam in the “Mirareco” series

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:06:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000638.000045133.html
- anchor: #n1719443
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社JVCケンウッド、KENWOOD、トヨタ、スズキ、OMNIVISION

Facts:
- 56 fps high-frame-rate display
- Approximately 2 times that of the previous model
- Estimated market price: around 5,000 yen (tax included)
- Estimated market price: around 12,000 yen (tax included)
- Estimated market price: around 9,000 yen (tax included)
- Parking recording for up to 24 hours

## [Urgent Report] An auto body repair expert explains in detail the vehicle troubles lurking in the 25% increase in localized torrential rain compared with the previous year—and the absolute no-no actions to avoid!

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:05:53+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000046.000162351.html
- anchor: #n1719444
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イケウチ、池内自動車

Facts:
- Approximately 110,000 views
- 64.0 millimeters in 1 hour
- 72.5 millimeters in 1 hour
- Approximately 40,000 vehicle repairs annually
- 39,115 repairs annually
- [15% OFF]
- ¥50,000 or more

## Fujisoft to exhibit at “Google Cloud Next Tokyo 26” — unveils “5 roadmaps” for successful AI agent implementation and proposes hands-on support

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:05:13+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000203.000061382.html
- anchor: #n1719445
- Companies mentioned: 富士ソフト株式会社、グーグル・クラウド・ジャパン合同会社、Google LLC

Facts:
- 2026年7月30日（木）・31日（金）
- 5 roadmaps

## 「今日は運だめし。」湯元啄木亭、湯倉神社の"うさぎおみくじ"付き宿泊プランを販売開始【函館／湯の川温泉】

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:05:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002058.000019483.html
- anchor: #n1719446
- Companies mentioned: 野口観光マネジメント株式会社、湯元啄木亭、湯倉神社

Facts:
- Through Saturday, October 31, 2026
- 湯倉神社 is about a 10-minute walk from 湯元啄木亭.

## QO launches the “Gentle Regional Revitalization Project,” fostering warm connections between people and communities

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:04:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000101.000130711.html
- anchor: #n1719447
- Companies mentioned: QO株式会社、株式会社TABIPPO、琴平バス株式会社、南房企画株式会社、birch株式会社

Facts:
- Kotohira-gu, visited by approximately 2 million people annually
- Conveniently accessible from central Tokyo in approximately 80 minutes

## Hakuhodo DY ONE conducts a pilot test of premium video ad delivery using Google’s “Buyer Direct”

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:04:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000175.000140732.html
- anchor: #n1719448
- Companies mentioned: Hakuhodo DY ONE、Google、フジテレビジョン、関西テレビ放送、紀文食品、TVer

Facts:
- Unique reach among new users increased by approximately 20%
- CTV accounted for approximately 40% at Fuji TV

## 【小布施 北斎館】千秋楽を迎える「ロックフェラー・コレクション花鳥版画展 北斎、広重を中心に」8月8日（土）から10月12日（月・祝）まで開催

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:03:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000041.000116693.html
- anchor: #n1719449
- Companies mentioned: 北斎館、ロードアイランド・スクール・オブ・デザイン美術館、RISD美術館、美術館連絡協議会、読売新聞社、日本航空

Facts:
- General admission: ¥1,800
- High school and university students: 800 yen
- Elementary and junior high school students: ¥500

## Menus that sell come from “a process,” not “inspiration”—More than 20 years of hands-on experience systematized. Rika Kotabe of color food shares “The Process of Food Menu Development” in a video on Kore Mane Education DX

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:03:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000037.000141264.html
- anchor: #n1719450
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人 これからの時代の飲食店マネジメント協会、color food

Facts:
- More than 20 years of hands-on cooking experience across approximately 10 establishments
- More than 1,000 practical, job-focused programs

## The “Animal Senryu” contest, 第十一 edition: 50 winning entries selected!

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:03:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000270.000028421.html
- anchor: #n1719451
- Companies mentioned: アニコム損害保険株式会社、富士経済

Facts:
- 4,447 entries received
- 50 winning entries
- 2026年６月１日から６月29日にかけて

## Won the SILVER Award in the Kyushu and Okinawa area category of the “One Career Job-Hunting Reviews Award 2026”

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:02:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000102.000137972.html
- anchor: #n1719452
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クラフティア、株式会社ワンキャリア

Facts:
- Ranked 6th overall
- Approximately 50,000 companies featured

## “ほっともっと” launches a luxurious curry made with carefully selected spices! New “Premium Beef Black Curry” packed with the richness of onions and the savory flavor of beef

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:02:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001569.000054093.html
- anchor: #n1719453
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プレナス、ほっともっと

Facts:
- 2,421 stores
- 639 yen (690 yen including tax)
- 686 yen (740 yen including tax)
- 713 yen (770 yen including tax)
- 723 yen (780 yen including tax)
- 843 yen (910 yen including tax)

## Exhibiting at Sewerage Works Exhibition ’26 Tokyo

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:01:58+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000101.000137972.html
- anchor: #n1719454
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クラフティア、マルタイ

Facts:
- Tuesday, August 4–Friday, August 7, 2026
- This marks the 10th time exhibiting, since the first appearance in 2016

## [Survey on Funeral Costs] A look at funerals, based on responses from 602 people who have served as chief mourners. 47.3% of chief mourners said costs were “higher than expected.” For family funerals (wake and funeral service), 53.8% said costs were “higher than expected”

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:01:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000466.000013298.html
- anchor: #n1719455
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エス・エム・エス、安心葬儀

Facts:
- 47.3% of people who have served as chief mourners said funeral costs were “higher than expected”
- 53.8% of people who chose a “family funeral (wake and funeral service)” said the cost was “higher than the amount they had expected”
- General funerals: 2 million yen or more
- Family funerals (wake and funeral service): 1 million–1.2 million yen
- Direct cremation: 250,000–300,000 yen
- “The deceased parent had prepared cash while alive (47.8%)”

## Drones take to the night sky over Izumisano! Drone show to be held at the “49th Izumisano Local Performing Arts Gathering & 全国物産フェア”

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:01:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000025.000147437.html
- anchor: #n1719456
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社White Crow、泉佐野市、りんくうEXPO2026、ENJOY！りんくう2025 りんくう花火～ぼくたちのスマイル花火大作戦～、五社音頭、佐野くどき、泉州地方、全国物産フェア、泉佐野郷土芸能の集い実行委員会

Facts:
- 49th Izumisano Local Performing Arts Gathering
- Event date: Saturday, August 1
- Rain date: Sunday, August 2

## BYD’s first mini EV, the BYD RACCO, featured in new “Feel It, RACCO” commercial airing nationwide from Tuesday, July 28

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:58+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000242.000043078.html
- anchor: #n1719457
- Companies mentioned: BYD、BYD Auto Japan株式会社、BAJ

Facts:
- Sales begin Tuesday, July 28, 2026
- TV commercial: “Feel It, RACCO” (15 seconds)
- Radio commercial: “Feel It, RACCO Sliding Doors + Spaciousness” (20 seconds)

## [Dai-ichi iPet] Survey on “unexpected challenges of first-time pet ownership”

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:42+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000237.000046213.html
- anchor: #n1719458
- Companies mentioned: 第一アイペット損害保険株式会社

Facts:
- 82.4% said they consider it on a regular basis
- Among dog owners, “dealing with training” ranked highest at 32.4%
- Among cat owners, “daily care (28.9%)” ranked first
- The figure rises to 74.2% when those who said “much higher than expected” are included
- Among dog owners, “medical expenses (visits, surgery, medication, etc.)” ranked first at 56.0%
- The figure rises to 64.9% when those who said “far more than expected” are included
- 38.7% for “considering pet insurance”

## BYD begins domestic sales of its new mini EV, the BYD RACCO

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:37+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000241.000043078.html
- anchor: #n1719459
- Companies mentioned: BYD、BYD JAPAN 株式会社、株式会社ジャックス、BYD Auto Japan株式会社

Facts:
- Battery capacity warranty extended to 10 years/200,000 km
- From ￥19,300 per month*¹
- CEV subsidy: ¥150,000
- “BYD RACCO 200” manufacturer's suggested retail price: ¥2,145,000
- 210 km~320 km on a full charge
- Paid extended warranty (¥18,000, tax included)

## [Event Report] Preventing unwanted career exits for fertility treatment. What society as a whole can do to help people balance work and fertility treatment, from the perspectives of patients, specialists and leading companies

- Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:28+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000184087.html
- anchor: #n1719460
- Companies mentioned: メルク、メルクバイオファーマ株式会社、リクルートワークス研究所、パナソニック コネクトグループ、株式会社丸井グループ

Facts:
- About 1 in 4 people who have undergone fertility treatment have had no choice but to abandon treatment, leave their jobs or change their employment status
- Economic losses from people leaving their jobs or reduced performance associated with fertility treatment amount to about ¥300 billion annually
- About 120 people joined us on the day, both online and in person
- Raised from the previous 3.15 million yen to 100,000 euros (equivalent to about 18 million yen, subject to exchange rate fluctuations)