# AI News 180m Report｜2026-07-28 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 4 of 8

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 552 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 180 items from 4 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## ALT派遣のハートコーポレイション、ICTを融合させた英語授業づくり『オンライン・ブレンディッド授業（OBL）』を国際学会で発表――対面×オンラインで英語発話機会を拡大

- Published: 2026-07-28T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000464.000045351.html
- anchor: #n1720396
- Companies mentioned: ハートコーポレイション、ソシオークホールディングス株式会社

Facts:
- For a class of 35 students

## [Limited-time offer] Francfranc handheld fans make their first appearance in “in-station vending machines”! A new way to beat the intense heat on the go, available inside Osaka Metro stations

- Published: 2026-07-28T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000503.000021410.html
- anchor: #n1720395
- Companies mentioned: Francfranc、Osaka Metro、花王、ビオレ

Facts:
- Available for a limited time from August 3, 2026 (Monday) to September 2, 2026 (Wednesday)
- Available at 4 locations inside Osaka Metro stations, including Namba Station
- Price: from 2,680 yen
- Price: from 2,980 yen
- [Price] 480 yen
- Price: ¥3,300
- 46 cm long and can be worn around the neck
- Slim design, just 26 mm thick
- Skin temperature stays 3°C lower for 1 hour than before application

## Announcement of increased Gold Partner agreement with 株式会社TERRA

- Published: 2026-07-28T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000521.000044782.html
- anchor: #n1720394
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TERRA、株式会社フットボールクラブ水戸ホーリーホック

Facts:
- 20 ha of organic farming
- From June 1, 2026

## Book “Kabuki in a Nutshell: What the Earphone Guide Teaches You” to go on sale July 28 (Tuesday)

- Published: 2026-07-28T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000529.000082530.html
- anchor: #n1720393
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社日本能率協会マネジメントセンター、株式会社イヤホンガイド

Facts:
- Price: 1,980 yen (tax included)
- Pages: 200
- ISBN: 9784800594594

## Explore the worlds of Scandinavia and stories with greater ease: digital map service launches for メッツァビレッジ and ムーミンバレーパーク

- Published: 2026-07-28T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000539.000020740.html
- anchor: #n1720392
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ムーミン物語、メッツァビレッジ、ムーミンバレーパーク

Facts:
- Starting today, July 28, 2026 (Tuesday)

## 新発想ヘアミルク登場！「浸透型ペプチド*1」配合の洗い流さないトリートメント『ボズレー 深層補修ヘアミルク』発売

- Published: 2026-07-28T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000655.000017718.html
- anchor: #n1720391
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ネイチャーラボ、ボズレー、ボズレー社

Facts:
- More than 50 years of research
- 50 mL, 3,278 yen (tax included)

## Limited-time “Zf Premium Exterior Free Replacement Campaign”

- Published: 2026-07-28T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000675.000016573.html
- anchor: #n1720390
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニコンイメージングジャパン、株式会社ニコン

Facts:
- The replacement service for the Premium Exterior, normally priced at 6,600 yen (tax included), will be offered free of charge
- Shipping costs for sending in the product (Nikon Pickup Service), 3,850 yen (tax included), will be charged separately

## 【2026年版】BtoB経営者に聞く「リード獲得」実態調査「量」は34.7%・「質」は37.6%が“理想通りに獲得できていない”と回答

- Published: 2026-07-28T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000693.000045863.html
- anchor: #n1720389
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社IDEATECH、リサピー®︎

Facts:
- 39.6% cited “improving the speed and volume of initiatives”
- “Addressing labor shortages and a lack of internal resources” (32.7%)

## [At Home survey] Price trends for pre-owned condominiums in the Tokyo metropolitan area (June 2026)

- Published: 2026-07-28T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000747.000051123.html
- anchor: #n1720388
- Companies mentioned: アットホーム株式会社、アットホームラボ株式会社

Facts:
- 首都圏の中古マンション1戸あたり平均価格は5,843万円
- Prices rose for the 23rd consecutive month both month over month and year over year
- In Tokyo’s 23 wards, the month-over-month increase over the past 2 months was +0.8%
- Year over year, prices rose in all areas for the 14th consecutive month

## [At Home survey] Price trends for newly built detached houses in the Tokyo metropolitan area (June 2026)

- Published: 2026-07-28T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000748.000051123.html
- anchor: #n1720387
- Companies mentioned: アットホーム株式会社、アットホームラボ株式会社

Facts:
- The average price of a newly built detached house in the Tokyo metropolitan area was 51.39 million yen
- Up 1.2% month over month
- Up 6.8% year over year
- 東京23区の平均価格は初の9,000万円台

## 森永エンゼルミュージアム MORIUM（モリウム）&鶴見工場「夏休み鶴見工場親子探検プログラム」８月27日（木）開催 ７月28日（火）応募開始

- Published: 2026-07-28T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000852.000019896.html
- anchor: #n1720386
- Companies mentioned: 森永製菓株式会社、森永エンゼルミュージアム MORIUM、モリウム、鶴見工場

Facts:
- 120 people in total
- 鶴見工場の敷地面積は、88,000㎡
- “MORIUM Hi-Chew <Grape>” and “MORIUM Hi-Chew <Strawberry>”: 1,160 yen each (tax included)
- “Kyoro-chan Imabari Hand Towels”: 3 types, 1,300 yen each (tax included)

## 「名作絵本のクッキー缶セレクション by Cake.jp」7月29日(水)よりCoCoLo新潟にて開催！

- Published: 2026-07-28T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000919.000015685.html
- anchor: #n1720385
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Cake.jp、CoCoLo新潟、JR東日本東京駅構内 グランスタ東京、株式会社Suikosha、ユニバーサル・スタジオ・ライセンシング LLC

Facts:
- 21 days
- Price: ¥3,564 (tax included)
- Price: ¥980 (tax included)
- 2 million members
- More than 1,700 participating stores
- 8,000 types in the lineup

## Results announced for the 18th “Survey on Attitudes Toward Real Estate Investment” for fiscal 2026 by Nomucom Pro, a real estate site for investment and business use

- Published: 2026-07-28T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000979.000025694.html
- anchor: #n1720384
- Companies mentioned: 野村不動産ソリューションズ株式会社、野村の仲介プラス

Facts:
- “Rise” was the most common response at 42.1%
- 93.6% think “interest rates will rise”
- Number of members: approximately 28,000
- Valid responses: 140 people
- 77.8% said “interest rates have risen”
- 51.1% said “the required share of personal funds has increased”
- 37.8% said “it has become harder to obtain full financing”
- 46.4% said “it has not affected my investment decisions”
- 30.7% said “I have become more rigorous about yields and pricing”
- 24.3% said “I have postponed new investments”

## An advance exclusive launch of mgh, with 本田圭佑 serving as vision director, at BEAMS HEART stores

- Published: 2026-07-28T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000983.000012471.html
- anchor: #n1720383
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ビームス、mgh、BEAMS HEART、本田圭佑

Facts:
- ¥8,000 or more including tax

## [Limited to 3 Tokai prefectures] A product created with students from 岐阜県立岐阜商業高校 is here! “Gifu × Taste of Youth Fair” starts July 31 (Friday)

- Published: 2026-07-28T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001076.000155396.html
- anchor: #n1720382
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン、岐阜県立岐阜商業高校

Facts:
- A total of 6 items will be offered
- The event starts July 31 (Friday)
- Price: ¥200 (¥216 including tax)
- Price: ¥298 (¥321.84 including tax)
- Price: ¥168 (¥181.44 including tax)
- Price: 698 yen (753.84 yen including tax)
- Price: 560 yen (604.80 yen including tax)
- Price: 278 yen (300.24 yen including tax)

## “CLIP STUDIO PAINT” expands language support for global webcomic distribution through collaboration with WEBTOON Entertainment

- Published: 2026-07-28T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001144.000005223.html
- anchor: #n1720381
- Companies mentioned: CLIP STUDIO PAINT、WEBTOON Entertainment、WEBTOON CANVAS、Netflix、Prime Video、Crunchyroll、Warner Bros. Animation、Discord、HYBE、Duolingo、Wattpad、WEBTOON Productions、Studio N、Studio LICO、WEBTOON Unscrolled、LINEマンガ、eBookJapan、株式会社セルシス

Facts:
- A total of 7 languages: Spanish, French, Indonesian, Thai, Chinese (Traditional), and German, in addition to English
- 全世界で6,000万人以上
- Monthly active users (MAU): approximately 145 million

## Nearly half of people spend more time watching TV at their family home! TV sparks family conversations—more than 60% say that the TV playing in the background got family conversations going—[Survey on Spending Time and Watching TV During Obon Visits to Family Homes]

- Published: 2026-07-28T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001225.000024101.html
- anchor: #n1720380
- Companies mentioned: パナソニック株式会社、楽天インサイト株式会社

Facts:
- 62.3% said they plan to “spend a relaxing time at home”
- The figure was 47.9%, showing that nearly half of people spend more time watching TV when they return to their family home
- The figure reached 62.4%
- “Parents” was the most common answer at 63.3%
- The figure reached 63.3%
- The figure was 29.3%
- The figure reached nearly half, at 45.0% among people in their 20s
- The figure was 45.6%
- The figure reached 48.5%

## 魅力がここに！「やよい軒」全国の店長が選んだ、『鶏せせりともも肉の柚子胡椒炒め定食』おすすめポイント！

- Published: 2026-07-28T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001571.000054093.html
- anchor: #n1720379
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プレナス、やよい軒、X、Instagram、LINE、Uber Eats

Facts:
- 376 やよい軒 stores nationwide
- Compare the savory flavors and textures: Chicken Seseri and Thigh Meat Stir-Fry with Yuzu Pepper Set Meal, 1,090 yen
- Compare the savory flavors and textures: Chicken Seseri and Thigh Meat Stir-Fry with Yuzu Pepper Set Meal [2 times the meat], 1,690 yen

## [Latest announcement for 2026] Top 10 Nagoya stations with rising rents for single-person households

- Published: 2026-07-28T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001599.000035668.html
- anchor: #n1720378
- Companies mentioned: 大東建託パートナーズ株式会社、いい部屋ネット

Facts:
- Year-on-year increase※1
- 2025 rent converted to 25 square meters (yen)※2
- 2026 rent converted to 25 square meters (yen)※2
- Difference in amount (yen)※3

## 【ロフト】今秋、2026年10月オープン！「イオンモールナゴヤドーム前ロフト」

- Published: 2026-07-28T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001806.000018324.html
- anchor: #n1720377
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ロフト、イオンモールナゴヤドーム前

Facts:
- 売場面積は約166坪(約549㎡)
- Approximately 13,600 types of products in total
- Beauty and health goods (5,000 varieties)
- Stationery and miscellaneous goods (6,400 types)
- Variety goods (1,800 types)
- Household goods (400 types)
- Number of tenants: 161 stores (as of July 28, 2026)
- 187 domestic stores (160 directly operated / 27 franchises)
- 6 overseas stores (3 directly operated/3 franchised)
- Number of Loft app members: 9.86 million (as of the end of June 2026)

## 朝日新聞社 メディア事業部門 新広告事業コンセプト「Mixed Media Communications」を発表

- Published: 2026-07-28T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002252.000009214.html
- anchor: #n1720376
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社朝日新聞社、朝日新聞社

Facts:
- The media business division held a “product briefing” for advertising company representatives on July 22, 2026 (Wednesday)
- Reports will quantify the value of newspaper advertising using digital advertising's common metrics, such as “impressions (imp),” “CPM,” “reach,” and “estimated contact rate” (rollout to begin sequentially from July 2026)

## “Come, let’s begin our war (date).” To mark the 12th anniversary of “Date A Live,” 12 spirits are being made into prize figures based on newly drawn illustrations!

- Published: 2026-07-28T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002284.000005167.html
- anchor: #n1720375
- Companies mentioned: フリュー株式会社、KADOKAWA、「デート・ア・ライブⅤ」製作委員会

Facts:
- “Date A Live” marked its 12th anniversary in 2025
- Approximately 20 cm tall
- Approximately 21 cm tall
- Height: approximately 25.0 cm
- Height: approximately 22.6 cm
- Height: approximately 29.0 cm
- Height: approximately 29.5 cm

## “JJ 50th Anniversary Special POP-UP Store,” featuring a collaboration with サンリオキャラクターズ, to be held in Kitakami, Iwate Prefecture!

- Published: 2026-07-28T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002459.000021468.html
- anchor: #n1720374
- Companies mentioned: サンリオキャラクターズ、JJ、アメリカンパラダイス、株式会社光文社

Facts:
- 12 items
- Aug. 1, 2026 (Sat.)
- Sunday, August 16
- 10:00
- 21:00
- 0197‐63‐7898
- 03-5395-8164

## New features added to Mynavi TalentBase

- Published: 2026-07-28T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002473.000002955.html
- anchor: #n1720373
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マイナビ、株式会社プラスアルファ・コンサルティング

Facts:
- Approximately 1,700 occupations
- Approximately 20,000 skill profiles

## JOYSOUND announces its spring anime theme song karaoke rankings! Yorushika's “Abuku,” the opening theme of “LIAR GAME,” takes the top spot! “転生したらスライムだった件 第4期” leads in viewership!

- Published: 2026-07-28T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002907.000004747.html
- anchor: #n1720372
- Companies mentioned: USEN＆U-NEXT GROUP、株式会社エクシング、GEM Partners株式会社、JOYSOUND

Facts:
- “Abuku,” the opening theme of the TV anime “LIAR GAME,” by Yorushika
- 『転生したらスライムだった件 第4期』
- 『転生したらスライムだった件 第4期』が突出する結果
- It leads “Dr.STONE SCIENCE FUTURE 第3クール” by a wide margin
- 『日本三國』
- 『黄泉のツガイ』
- 『氷の城壁』

## About 80% of people with no matchmaking experience said they think it is “tiring” or “seems like a lot of work.” About 56% want to proceed with support from a professional

- Published: 2026-07-28T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003093.000044800.html
- anchor: #n1720371
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NEXER Group、結婚相談所『結マリッジパートナー』、結マリッジパートナー

Facts:
- 88.2% said they have “no experience with matchmaking”
- A combined 79.8% said they think matchmaking is “tiring” or “seems like a lot of work”
- The most common answer was “It seems expensive,” at 57.4%
- The most common answer was “When I can't seem to meet someone suitable,” at 54.2%
- 55.8% said “I would feel more comfortable proceeding with support from a professional”
- The most common answer was “a plan that can be used while keeping costs down,” at 29.2%

## A dessert buffet featuring the 3 major fruits of summer—melon, mango and peach—opens!

- Published: 2026-07-28T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003845.000014571.html
- anchor: #n1720370
- Companies mentioned: ホテルニューオータニ、株式会社ニュー・オータニ

Facts:
- It will run for a limited 1-month period, from Aug. 1, 2026 (Saturday) through Aug. 31 (Monday).
- 11:30～／ 12:00～／ 13:30～／ 14:00～
- ※Each session is 90 minutes.
- Adults: ¥7,500 and up on weekdays / ¥9,000 and up on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays
- Children: ¥4,2

## [松坂屋名古屋店] First major exhibition: “The World of Masamune Shirow: ‘Ghost in the Shell’ and the Path of Creation” opens!

- Published: 2026-07-28T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003857.000025003.html
- anchor: #n1720369
- Companies mentioned: 松坂屋名古屋店、講談社、パルコ、大丸松坂屋百貨店、BVコミュニケーションズ、青心社、世田谷文学館

Facts:
- General admission (elementary school students and older): 1,500 yen
- Admission ticket with merchandise: 4,000 yen
- Ghost in the Shell poster: Motoko & Fuchikoma, 1,100 yen including tax

## A seminar titled “Revised Equal Pay for Equal Work and Practical Responses for Non-Regular Employees,” led by Hirokazu Sato, managing partner and certified senior labor and social security attorney at HRプラス社会保険労務士法人, will be held on Sept. 15, 2026 (Tuesday)!!

- Published: 2026-07-28T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004569.000032407.html
- anchor: #n1720368
- Companies mentioned: HRプラス社会保険労務士法人、新社会システム総合研究所

Facts:
- Non-regular employees account for approximately 40% of the labor force.
- An information service that organizes approximately 500 events annually

## Gammoth returns to “Monster Hunter Puzzles: Felyne Isles”! The event “[Revival] Unshakable Mountain God <Those Who Aim for the Summit>” is underway!

- Published: 2026-07-28T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005917.000013450.html
- anchor: #n1720367
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カプコン、CAPCOM

Facts:
- “Season Ticket” (¥760 including tax)
- 2026年7月28日（火）11:00より
- 11:00 a.m. on Aug. 7, 2026 (Friday)

## カプコンTV!! will bring you an expanded, 2-part edition starting at 6 p.m. on July 29 (Wednesday)! You’ll also have a chance to win fabulous prizes!

- Published: 2026-07-28T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005919.000013450.html
- anchor: #n1720366
- Companies mentioned: カプコン、CAPCOM CREATORS JP

Facts:
- Starting at 6 p.m., Part 1 will feature the live-streamed program “カプコンTVチャレンジ‼,” where participants take on gameplay challenges across a range of titles!
- Starting at 7 p.m., Part 2 will feature a special challenge in which the program’s regular cast answers questions about various カプコン titles!
- Don’t miss your chance to win fabulous prizes, with up to 7 winners!
- Scheduled for release on Sept. 4 (Friday) for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Windows, Steam, Epic Games Store and Nintendo Switch 2; now available for preorder.

## “How do you take an exam on a computer?” An event featuring a venue tour and course information session will answer questions about the bookkeeping CBT exam.

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:58:58+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002700.000021078.html
- anchor: #n1720265
- Companies mentioned: TAC株式会社、日本商工会議所、TAC出版、早稲田経営出版

Facts:
- Approximately 200,000 people in fiscal 2021
- Approximately 270,000 people in fiscal 2025
- No. 1 in sales for 22 consecutive years

## A wide variety of sake from across Japan gathers in Kyoto for “Shuen LIQUOR FESTIVAL 2026,” to be held on Oct. 7, 2026 (Wednesday).

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:58:36+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000225.000030735.html
- anchor: #n1720266
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社リカーマウンテン、長濱蒸溜所、株式会社リカマンプロ

Facts:
- Operates a nationwide chain of liquor stores with 207 locations
- Advance ticket: ¥2,500 (tax included)
- Same-day ticket: ¥3,000 (tax included)

## [Exhibiting at the JAPAN Drugstore Show] From dieting and women’s wellness to dogs’ gut health! Five test kits, including “Geneticist Doctor” and “Equuro Doctor,” that can be tried at home will be on display.

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:58:21+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000051.000175731.html
- anchor: #n1720267
- Companies mentioned: キャンピングカー株式会社、一般社団法人日本チェーンドラッグストア協会、オールジャパンドラッグ株式会社、株式会社ニッド・日本ドラッグチェーン会

Facts:
- 開催期間：2026年7月31日（金）～8月2日（日） 10:00～17:00
- Exhibition booth: Tokyo Big Sight, East Exhibition Hall, Healthcare Zone / Booth No. 2-062
- Capital: ¥10 million

## [Selected] Advancing sustainable rice farming with community participation through cutting-edge technology

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:56:41+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000172474.html
- anchor: #n1720268
- Companies mentioned: ineRobo株式会社、PwC財団、Revitalize、VoyageBright合同会社

Facts:
- PwC財団 grant program starting in July 2026
- Established in October 2025

## The Youth Red Cross Leadership Training Center (LTC) will be held.

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:53:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000051.000145306.html
- anchor: #n1720269
- 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:
- Capacity: 30 people
- [3 days, 2 nights]
- [3 nights, 4 days]

## GhostDrift数理研究所 and オンザリンクス complete the first machine-verification PoC for the pharmaceutical cold chain and release the code—expanding the joint implementation results into an “AI Assurance Protocol” originating in Hiroshima and Japan

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:50:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000182721.html
- anchor: #n1720270
- Companies mentioned: GhostDrift数理研究所、オンザリンクス、広島AIアシュアランス協議会

Facts:
- More than 20 invalid patterns, including stringified bool values, NaN, negative numbers and reversed timestamps, are rejected before evaluation.

## [Report: 687 gather for Catan!] Highlights video released from Japan’s largest “Catan Japan Championship Kanto Regional Tournament”!

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:50:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000065.000051468.html
- anchor: #n1720271
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ジーピー、ドイツ連邦共和国大使館、東京都高等学校ボードゲーム連盟、株式会社NSグループ、ジェリージェリーカフェ

Facts:
- A total of 687 Catan players participated (752 tickets sold)!
- 48% were first-time participants!
- ※17 participants were granted eligibility for the final tournament (Aug. 2 in Tokyo).
- 48 players who advanced through the competition from all 8 regions, with a total of 1,532 participants,
- An astonishing cumulative total of more than 45 million units sold

## [福岡大学] An exchange student farewell party was held.

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:49:52+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000113.000159852.html
- anchor: #n1720272
- Companies mentioned: 福岡大学

Facts:
- 93 universities and 1 institution from 24 countries and regions
- 28 exchange students

## Control 3 devices with a foldable, slim mouse just 6.5mm thick: “GoFold” launches on Makuake at 11 a.m. on Aug. 5 (Wednesday). Register now for up to 40% off!

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:49:41+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000184990.html
- anchor: #n1720273
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社RT、Makuake

Facts:
- Just 6.5 mm thin
- Approximately 36 g
- Up to 3 devices
- Up to approximately 50 hours
- Up to 40% OFF

## “Building an open and fair society”: bitbank announces the launch of its corporate website and the redesign of its recruitment website.

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:44:47+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000257.000024344.html
- anchor: #n1720178
- Companies mentioned: ビットバンク株式会社、bitbank、ビットバンクプラス、bitbank Prime

Facts:
- Thanks to you, we’ve ranked No. 1 in Oricon customer satisfaction® for 3 consecutive years.

## [Limited to 3 groups] Marketing support service “コンサる” offers half off the first 3 months in a pre-Obon summer sale through Aug. 14.

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:41:33+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000185271.html
- anchor: #n1720179
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Utamaro、コンサる

Facts:
- First 3 companies
- ¥75,000 per month
- ¥150,000 per month
- Through Aug. 14, 2026 (Friday)

## [Aug. 21 in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture] “Commons Connect Ishikawa,” a collaborative meeting to turn local challenges into business opportunities, will bring government, businesses and producers together in Kanazawa to discuss local resources, food, tourism and market development.

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000101.000162422.html
- anchor: #n1720181
- Companies mentioned: COMMON株式会社、未来まち計画機構、日本の素材甲子園、株式会社ニホンノチカラ

Facts:
- August 21, 2026 (Friday), “Kinrosha Plaza,” Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture
- Capacity: 30 people (advance registration required)
- General admission: 2,000 yen
- COMMON members: 1,000 yen

## 【宇城市】女性専用マシンピラティス専門スタジオ「ピラティスK」がゆめマート松橋に2026年7月31日（金）ニューオープン。熊本県内3店舗目へ拡大！

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000379.000020775.html
- anchor: #n1720180
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社LOIVE、ピラティスK、ゆめマート松橋

Facts:
- More than 230 locations nationwide
- 236 stores nationwide
- July 31, 2026
- Women make up 99.9% of employees

## [Kyoto, Kyotanabe] “10% off BBQ on weekdays and 5% off on holidays” extended exclusively at the Kyoto location! Discounts apply during Obon, too! All children in elementary school and younger will receive a free soft-serve ice cream!

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:35:46+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001082.000045400.html
- anchor: #n1720182
- Companies mentioned: ウッドデザインパーク京都-彩-

Facts:
- 10% off on weekdays
- 5% off on weekends
- Reservations will be accepted from July 28 (Tuesday) through Aug. 3 (Monday), 2026.
- Daytime BBQ bookings from Aug. 1 (Saturday) through Aug. 31 (Monday), 2026,

## “PJR Customer Appreciation Seminar 2026”

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:33:21+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000191.000002529.html
- anchor: #n1720183
- Companies mentioned: クローク株式会社、ペリージョンソン ホールディング 株式会社、ペリージョンソン レジストラー（PJR）、一般財団法人日本情報経済社会推進協会（JIPDEC）、Perry Johnson Registrars, Inc.

Facts:
- イベント日時：2026年6月23日（火）13:30～16:40
- We have delivered more than 3,000 internet live streams over the 15 years since launching the service.

## Pioneering a shift to “push-based” support for maintaining farmland in hilly and mountainous areas

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:32:32+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000038.000116976.html
- anchor: #n1720184
- Companies mentioned: 福島県南相馬市、LAND INSIGHT 株式会社、Penguin Labs 合同会社

Facts:
- 2024 年度（令和 6 年 度）の交付総額は約 531 億円にのぼります
- 対象 26.6 万 ha に対し実施 13.2 万 ha
- 対象 52.3 万 ha に対し実施 15.1 万 ha
- 対象となり得る田 78.9 万 ha のうち実施は 28.3 万 ha
- 南相馬市内の旧石神村・旧上真野村エリアの農地（約 1.2 万筆）を対象に実地に検証します
- The program has been rolled out in more than 120 municipalities nationwide.

## A collaboration with the TV anime “Koko Ore” is underway! Limited-edition collaboration menu items will be available at 5 locations, including 金の蔵, 焼肉万里 and 宮益坂下酒場, starting July 31, 2026 (Friday).

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:31:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000374.000053263.html
- anchor: #n1720185
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SANKO MARKETING FOODS、金の蔵、焼肉万里、宮益坂下酒場、TVアニメ『ここは俺に任せて先に行けと言ってから10年がたったら伝説になっていた。』

Facts:
- “Leave It to Me and Go Ahead!!” cake, 1,320 yen
- Rack’s Heroic Saga Sour, 880 yen
- Series surpasses 4.5 million copies in total circulation (print + digital)

## ValueCommerce implements “Narrative Marketing” for the AI era

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:30:59+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000224.000004992.html
- anchor: #n1720186
- Companies mentioned: バリューコマース株式会社、Faber Company

## What matters when selling farm equipment? 200 people involved in agriculture share their concerns about appraisals and disposal (survey by アグリユース, a farm equipment buyer)

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:30:13+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000183664.html
- anchor: #n1720187
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アグリステージ、アグリユース

Facts:
- A survey was conducted of 200 people who are or have been involved in the use, management or disposal of farm equipment
- “Breakdowns and malfunctions have increased”: 39.5% (79 people)
- “The equipment has been in use for a long time”: 23.0% (46 people)
- “Repair and maintenance costs have become a burden”: 22.0% (44 people)
- “I want to improve work efficiency”: 19.5% (39 people)
- “Parts have become difficult to obtain”: 15.0% (30 people)
- “I want to replace my equipment with a model suited to my work and the scale of my farming”: 14.5% (29 people)
- “I am quitting farming or retiring”: 13.5% (27 people)
- “I am scaling back my farming operation”: 12.0% (24 people)
- “I have fewer opportunities to use farm equipment”: 11.5% (23 people)
- “Inheriting farm equipment from family or relatives

## Notice Regarding the Acquisition of the Business Operating 2 Food and Beverage Locations

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:30:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000090279.html
- anchor: #n1720188
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社創裕、株式会社トフラップ、御馳の介、虎徹、瀬戸内 海のもん とといち

Facts:
- Capital: ¥3 million
- Capital: ¥42 million

## 雪だるま電力, a regional energy company from Hakuba Village, Nagano Prefecture, to begin supplying high-voltage power on August 1

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000186974.html
- anchor: #n1720197
- Companies mentioned: 雪だるま電力、中部電力、五竜、エイブル白馬五竜スキー場、UPDATER、みんな電力

Facts:
- The company will begin supplying high-voltage power in the 中部電力 service area on August 1, 2026.
- 株式会社雪だるま電力 was established on June 6, 2025.
- Capital: 10 million yen

## Added an option to “AvaTwin Chatbot” for automatically generating anticipated questions and answers for shareholder meetings — automatically generates up to 1,000 anticipated questions and answers —

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000058.000019309.html
- anchor: #n1720196
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社グラッドキューブ、AvaTwin Chatbot、SiTest、SPAIA、DRAGON DATA CENTER

Facts:
- It takes about 10 minutes to generate 100 questions

## Mitani Corporation obtains U.S. patent for integrated and linked AI technology that normalizes and analyzes heterogeneous data

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000146.000032549.html
- anchor: #n1720195
- Companies mentioned: 三谷産業株式会社、慶應義塾大学、武蔵野大学、Chalaza

Facts:
- U.S. patent number
- Patent registration date
- Fiscal year ending March 2026: consolidated net sales
- Consolidated employee count

## New cute plush key chains featuring ディズニー characters! Mini Winnie the Pooh figures also available!

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000213.000070091.html
- anchor: #n1720194
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ホットトイズジャパン、ジャストプレイ、ディズニー、トイサピエンス、PLAZA、トイザらス、ヨドバシカメラ、ヴィレッジヴァンガード

Facts:
- ¥2,800 each (tax included)
- About 13 cm tall
- 2,500 yen each (tax included)
- Approximately 10 cm tall

## [Adinte] Sponsor session slots for “Retail Media Summit 2026” sell out early! Only a few sponsorship slots of other types remain!

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000244.000007452.html
- anchor: #n1720193
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アドインテ、イオンリテール株式会社、株式会社イトーヨーカ堂、株式会社ゲート・ワン、合同会社OFFICEしもふり、ストラクチャー＆シグナルズ株式会社、株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン、株式会社セブン‐イレブン・アドコネクト、株式会社ツルハホールディングス、株式会社トライアルホールディングス、株式会社ADKマーケティング・ソリューションズ、カタリナマーケティングジャパン株式会社、CRITEO株式会社、グローリー株式会社、株式会社サイバーエージェント、株式会社SUPER STUDIO、ソニーマーケティング株式会社、株式会社大広、株式会社DearOne、株式会社 TONYA、Pacvue、Moloco合同会社

Facts:
- 開催日： 2026年11月11日(水)・12日(木)
- Event hours: 10:00–18:00 (予定)
- Established: April 2009

## [Adinte] Web担当者Forum and ネットショップ担当者フォーラム to participate as supporting media for “Retail Media Summit 2026”

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000245.000007452.html
- anchor: #n1720192
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アドインテ、株式会社インプレス、株式会社翔泳社、一般社団法人 日本プロモーショナル・マーケティング協会、公益財団法人 流通経済研究所、イオンリテール株式会社、株式会社イトーヨーカ堂、株式会社ゲート・ワン、合同会社OFFICEしもふり、株式会社Preferred Networks、ストラクチャー＆シグナルズ株式会社、株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン、株式会社セブン‐イレブン・アドコネクト、株式会社ツルハホールディングス、株式会社トライアルホールディングス、株式会社ADKマーケティング・ソリューションズ、カタリナマーケティングジャパン株式会社、CRITEO株式会社、グローリー株式会社、株式会社サイバーエージェント、株式会社SUPER STUDIO、ソニーマーケティング株式会社、株式会社大広、株式会社DearOne、株式会社 TONYA、Pacvue、Moloco合同会社

Facts:
- 2026年11月11日（水）・12日（木）
- Event hours: 10:00–18:00 (予定)

## Matsui Securities launches campaign to mark capital and business alliance with Five Star Investment, increasing reward points for eligible stocks

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000273.000114007.html
- anchor: #n1720191
- Companies mentioned: 松井証券株式会社、ファイブスター投信投資顧問株式会社、JCB

Facts:
- Holds a 20.95% voting stake
- Earn up to 1% in points annually

## 入社早々の転職サイト登録者、早期退職に「抵抗ある」6割超。「転職市場で不利」の不安。防止のカギは「柔軟な働き方」か【26新入社員調査】

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001547.000013485.html
- anchor: #n1720190
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社学情、Ｒｅ就活、Ｒｅ就活30、Ｒｅ就活キャンパス

Facts:
- 「抵抗がある」が６割以上を占め
- “Flexibility in work arrangements (time and location)” accounted for 50.0%
- “Flexible reviews of assignments and job responsibilities”: 42.3%
- “Thorough training, OJT and educational programs”: 40.4%
- With 2.8 million members
- With 600,000 members
- Capital: 1.5 billion yen

## 『きらりん☆レボリューション』をShoProアニメチャンネルにて配信決定！

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001960.000002610.html
- anchor: #n1720189
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社小学館集英社プロダクション、ShoProアニメチャンネル、小学館、テレビ東京、SHIPS

Facts:
- July 30, 2026 (Thursday), 20:00 – August 13, 2026 (Thursday), 19:59
- August 6, 2026 (Thursday), 20:00 – August 20, 2026 (Thursday), 19:59

## Launch of online one-on-one tutoring for students at international boarding schools, taught by students from the world’s top universities

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:28:56+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000163260.html
- anchor: #n1720110
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ELTエデュケーション、株式会社Jelper Club、ハロウインターナショナルスクール安比ジャパン、ラグビースクールジャパン、マルバーン・カレッジ東京、ELT School of English Ltd.

Facts:
- The number had grown to 141 programs as of March 31, 2026
- Average total study time after school on weekdays: 145.3 minutes
- Average time spent preparing for and reviewing school lessons and completing assignments: 92.97 minutes
- 月4回（週1）47,600円
- 月8回（週2）88,000円
- 12 sessions per month (3 times a week): ¥124,800
- Enrollment fee: ¥33,000 (tax included)

## [SME DX Survey] More than 50% have experienced “failure” in system implementation. What is the real cause of unexpected problems?

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:28:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000185200.html
- anchor: #n1720111
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社btobee、アイブリッジ株式会社

Facts:
- About 50% of small and medium-sized businesses (with 300 employees or fewer) use IT systems
- 53.2% of companies that implemented systems have experienced failure
- The most common problem: “unexpected budget overruns” (40.0%)
- The leading root cause of failed system implementations: “a shortage of IT talent within the company” (33.3%)
- Followed by “insufficient alignment between management and frontline staff on objectives” (29.3%)
- Top consideration when choosing future partners: “fair costs that stay within budget” (33.0%)

## A mirror on the back of your smartphone that actually gives you a clear reflection.

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:25:29+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000150682.html
- anchor: #n1720112
- Companies mentioned: ディーフ株式会社、Apple Inc.、Google LLC、アイホン株式会社

Facts:
- Preorders begin at 12:00 on July 29, 2026

## [TAC Tax Accountant] Packed with post-exam events, including answer review sessions and individual study consultations! “Tax Accountant Open Fest” Summer 2026

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:22:04+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002693.000021078.html
- anchor: #n1720113
- Companies mentioned: TAC税理士講座、TAC株式会社

Facts:
- Held at 12 locations nationwide
- Conducted at 17 locations nationwide
- Instructors for all 11 subjects will be available
- Established: Dec. 1980

## 『サクラ大戦』シリーズ30周年記念アート公開！「サクラ大戦ドットコム」に新規コンテンツの追加&『サクラ大戦30周年記念展 ～夢はよみがえる～』が東京・京都にて開催決定！

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:20:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000007541.000005397.html
- anchor: #n1720114
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セガ、CESA

Facts:
- 30th anniversary of the 『サクラ大戦』 series
- Combined domestic shipments of the series and related titles have surpassed 4 million copies

## WILD LIFE TAILOR launches an exclusive collection with Wrangler! Special double-knee jeans made from a custom pattern and crafted in suede

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:20:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001439.000006099.html
- anchor: #n1720115
- Companies mentioned: WILD LIFE TAILOR、Wrangler、株式会社ジュン、ADAM ET ROPE' HOMME、J’aDoRe JUN ONLINE、ブルーベル社、ロデオ・ベン

Facts:
- ¥38,500 (tax included)

## Matsui Securities expands trading hours for its U.S. stock service to 23 hours

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:20:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000274.000114007.html
- anchor: #n1720116
- Companies mentioned: 松井証券株式会社、ニューヨーク証券取引所、ナスダック、シカゴ・オプション取引所、Cboe、スペースX、SBI証券、楽天証券、マネックス証券、三菱UFJ eスマート証券

Facts:
- 23 hours
- 12 hours
- Dec. 2026

## AIsearchmap（AIサーチマップ）, a monitoring tool for AI search optimization, launches an enterprise plan for businesses

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000488.000019378.html
- anchor: #n1720117
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社CINC、ChatGPT、Gemini、AI Overviews、Perplexity、AI Mode、Keywordmap、Marketing Native

Facts:
- Number of prompts
- Number of registered brands
- Number of registered competitors
- Number of users

## 【A visit to the front lines of advanced education】Ukrainian government delegation visits Japan, makes official visits to サムエル幼稚園 and さやか星小学校

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:16:56+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000174407.html
- anchor: #n1720118
- Companies mentioned: 学校法人西軽井沢学園、サムエル幼稚園、さやか星小学校、JICA、デロイトトーマツ

Facts:
- The delegation comprises around 20 people, including a deputy minister from Ukraine’s Ministry of Education and Science, JICA staff and representatives from デロイトトーマツ
- The original digital teaching materials “デジロク” now number more than 400 types

## カイロソフトの動くLINEスタンプ「ことりいっぱいドットスタンプ」配信開始のお知らせ

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:15:54+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000184662.html
- anchor: #n1720119
- Companies mentioned: カイロソフト、LINE

Facts:
- A new LINE sticker set will be released on Monday, July 27, 2026

## Korean team “HIBOO” wins 2 consecutive matches in the APAC League at “The Grand Major Online Series,” a global esports tournament for “THE FINALS”!

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:15:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000506.000014847.html
- anchor: #n1720120
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ネクソン、Embark Studios AB、FACEIT、NVIDIA

Facts:
- Prize pool of around $200,000
- Prize of $2,000
- 230 points in total
- 225 points in total

## Yakaze Tech Studio open-sources its in-house UI foundation—releases Laravel UI library “Pinion UI” for free under the MIT License

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:15:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000132397.html
- anchor: #n1720121
- Companies mentioned: Yakaze Tech Studio株式会社、Laravel News

Facts:
- 39 themes × 11 tunes × light/dark = 858 appearances that can be switched without changing a single line of markup
- All 56 components, including buttons, forms and tables, follow the same 2 axes
- Established: October 27, 2023
- Capital: ¥3 million

## Celebrating “Baby Star Day” on August 2! Collaboration with “Ganso Manshu Nira Ramen,” a specialty of Iwate’s Hanamaki soul-food restaurant さかえや本店!

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:10:58+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000736.000021119.html
- anchor: #n1719997
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社おやつカンパニー、さかえや本店

Facts:
- Period: Thursday, July 30, 2026–Wednesday, August 5
- ●Bebi Nira: 1,100 yen, tax included

## 【CV: Lynn, 長谷川玲奈 and 小市眞琴】To celebrate the release of volume ➁ of the “りゅうとあまがみ” comics, a voice comic and food-themed vertical short videos are also being released! A campaign offering autographed boards signed by 3 acclaimed voice actors is also underway!

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:10:47+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000019842.000007006.html
- anchor: #n1719998
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KADOKAWA、料亭 一〆、月刊コミックアライブ

Facts:
- 820 yen plus tax
- 3 winners selected by lottery

## 【Opening August 7, 2026】“Land Bageri,” a bakery and bread bistro produced by pain stock and LANDIC, is coming to Meiji Park in front of Hakata Station

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000153485.html
- anchor: #n1720003
- Companies mentioned: pain stock、LANDIC、東京建物株式会社、藤本壮介

Facts:
- On the 1F of the Meiji Park retail building, opening on Friday, August 7, 2026
- Friday, August 7, 2026, from 8:00
- Business hours: 8:00–16:00
- ※The bread bistro is scheduled to open around fall 2026

## 【株式会社明治安田総合研究所 × アステラス製薬株式会社】Supporting “BEYOND,” a study group on supporting employees in balancing treatment and work!

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000125501.html
- anchor: #n1720002
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社明治安田総合研究所、アステラス製薬株式会社、明治安田生命保険相互会社

Facts:
- A total of 4 sessions are planned
- During the period from August 2026 to March 2027

## 【AKARUMI Channel】株式会社ipe has started posting YouTube Shorts videos about SEO/LLMO!

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000064.000145103.html
- anchor: #n1720001
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ipe、AKARUMI、Google、ChatGPT、Gemini、Perplexity

Facts:
- A track record of supporting diverse industries, with more than 500 companies
- Retention rate of more than 90%

## 多様化するおせちのニーズに対応 新キャラクター2種や「個食」など全4種を展開 ベルメゾンの「キャラクターおせち」8月3日より予約開始

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000440.000013288.html
- anchor: #n1720000
- Companies mentioned: ベルメゾン、株式会社千趣会、SPY×FAMILY、サンエックスユニバース、ムーミン、スヌーピー

Facts:
- 2026年8月3日（月）からベルメゾンネットにて開始します
- お届け予定日は2026年12月29日(火)～30日(水)です
- Around 23.6% said they eat osechi with 1–2 people
- Price: 21,900 yen (tax included)
- Price: 23,900 yen (tax included)
- Price: 20,900 yen (tax included)
- A 5% discount will be applied
- A separate ¥300 cooling fee (tax included) will be charged

## 【A much-anticipated assortment launches】“Cookie Assortment, 18 Pieces,” featuring both classic and limited-time products, is newly available from 東京ミルクチーズ工場.

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001720.000016051.html
- anchor: #n1719999
- Companies mentioned: 東京ミルクチーズ工場、株式会社シュクレイ

Facts:
- 18 pieces: 2,916 yen (tax included)
- 6-piece box: 1,080 yen (tax included)
- 9 cookies: ¥1,566 (tax included)
- 9 pieces: 1,458 yen (tax included)
- Paper canister box: 2,160 yen (tax included)
- Foam box: 2,376 yen (tax included)

## 【May 2026】332 new openings and 462 closures or suspensions. Report analyzes changes in medical institutions nationwide and by region

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:07:26+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000352.000078896.html
- anchor: #n1720004
- Companies mentioned: フロッグウェル株式会社、厚生労働省

Facts:
- 332 new openings
- 462 closures or suspensions
- 197 changes in management entities

## Experience the sea in Yokohama this summer vacation! “Ocean City Yokohama Umi Expo 2026,” one of Japan’s largest events themed around the sea, is coming

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:05:44+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001970.000013670.html
- anchor: #n1720005
- Companies mentioned: 横浜市、海洋都市横浜うみ協議会、日本丸メモリアルパーク

Facts:
- “Ocean City Yokohama Umi Expo 2026”
- 8月8日（土）・9日（日）
- 3 venues, the most ever

## From the hugely popular game “Blue Archive,” Hina (Dress), the feared disciplinary committee chair of Gehenna Academy, is joining Nendoroid Basic!

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:05:42+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001044.000042572.html
- anchor: #n1720006
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社グッドスマイルカンパニー、NEXON Games Co., Ltd.、Yostar, Inc.

Facts:
- Release month: December 2026
- Price: 4,400 yen (tax included)
- Approx. 100 mm tall
- The “Nendoroid” series of deformed figures, with more than 2,500 types released
- Established: May 2001

## “Sakura Wars 30th Anniversary Exhibition: Dreams Come to Life” to be held in Tokyo and Kyoto!

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:05:37+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008706.000016756.html
- anchor: #n1720007
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セガ、株式会社アニメイトホールディングス、SEGA

Facts:
- 30th anniversary of the series
- Cumulative domestic shipments have reached 4 million copies

## Advance spectator tickets for KYOJO CUP Rd. 3 / インタープロトシリーズ Rd. 2 / Fuji Champion Race Series Round 4 now on sale at the Fuji Speedway ticket site!

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:03:44+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000408.000077499.html
- anchor: #n1720008
- Companies mentioned: 富士スピードウェイ株式会社、TOYOTA GAZOO Racing、KYOJO CUP、インタープロトシリーズ、SUPER GT、スーパーフォーミュラ、AUDI、VW、トヨタ、マツダ、SUBARU

Facts:
- Adults: 3,300 yen
- Adults: 1,200 yen
- Adult fare: 2,500 yen
- Adults: 1,500 yen
- Adults: ¥3,000
- “Starting Grid Ticket” (tax included): 1,500 yen per person per day

## Release date set for August 20 (Thursday) for “Cost of Hope,” a major expansion for “S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2”!

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:03:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000007540.000005397.html
- anchor: #n1720009
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セガ、GSC Game World

Facts:
- Set for Thursday, August 20, 2026
- Standard Edition 7,227 yen (7,950 yen including tax)
- Deluxe Edition 9,545 yen (10,499 yen including tax)
- Ultimate Edition 13,181 yen (14,499 yen including tax)
- Standard Edition 7,980 yen (8,778 yen including tax)
- Deluxe Edition 10,480 yen (11,528 yen including tax)
- Ultimate Edition 14,480 yen (15,928 yen including tax)

## さとふる begins accepting donations for Kawanishi, Yamagata Prefecture, through its “Emergency Donation Site for Reiwa 8 July Heavy Rain Damage”

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:01:54+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001353.000025119.html
- anchor: #n1720010
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社さとふる

Facts:
- The site now supports 5 disaster-hit municipalities
- Evacuation orders were issued for approximately 4,900 households across the entire town

## Special opening of Kakushokaku, the former residence of 原三溪, founder of Yokohama’s 三溪園

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:01:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001968.000013670.html
- anchor: #n1720011
- Companies mentioned: 横浜市、三溪園、三溪園保勝会、横浜芸者応援プロジェクト、原三溪

Facts:
- 2026年8月9日(日)から16日(日)まで
- Hours | 9:00–16:00
- Built in 1902 (Meiji 35) as the residence of founder 原三溪
- Restored to its original appearance in 2000 (Heisei 12)
- 日時 | 8月14日(金)、 15日(土)
- Hours | 10:00–15:30 (approximately 15 minutes)
- Date | Sunday, August 16
- Hours | 10:30 and 11:30 (approximately 15 minutes)

## ZOZO研究所 paper accepted at ECCV 2026, a leading conference in computer vision

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:01:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000565.000096287.html
- anchor: #n1720012
- Companies mentioned: ZOZO研究所、ZOZO NEXT、ZOZO、慶應義塾大学

Facts:
- Approximately 60,000 images
- Have approximately 13,000 people evaluate it
- More than 430,000 large-scale quality assessment data points

## The paint app “CLIP STUDIO PAINT,” used by 60 million people worldwide*, releases its July 2026 update, bringing more natural watercolor effects and new features to make creating even more enjoyable

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:00:25+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001143.000005223.html
- anchor: #n1720013
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セルシス、CLIP STUDIO PAINT

Facts:
- July 2026 update

## Just 6.0% carry disaster-preparedness supplies when going out. While about 70% feel they are necessary, there is a significant gap between awareness and action

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:00:18+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000187990.html
- anchor: #n1720015
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社JITAN

Facts:
- People who carry disaster-preparedness supplies when going out
- People who think disaster preparedness when going out is necessary
- People who had never heard of the concept of “disaster preparedness when going out”
- People who have a disaster-preparedness bag at home
- “Have you ever considered the possibility of encountering a disaster while away from home?”

## Gatebox begins advance sales on Makuake on Aug. 1 for “逢妻ヒカリカスタムパネル” and “Mini PC Case,” optional products that expand the Gatebox and Gatebox3 experience, at 20% off

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:00:18+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000142.000026497.html
- anchor: #n1720014
- Companies mentioned: Gatebox株式会社、Makuake

Facts:
- 20% OFF
- ¥20,000 (before tax)
- ¥18,000 (before tax)

## Rakuten supports a runway show by KHOKI through the “by R” project

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:00:13+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002660.000005889.html
- anchor: #n1720016
- Companies mentioned: 楽天グループ株式会社、KHOKI、LVMHプライズ2024、10 Asian Designers to Watch

Facts:
- “Rakuten Fashion Week TOKYO 2027 S/S,” taking place from Aug. 31 (Mon.) to Sept. 5 (Sat.), 2026
- The runway show will be held on Sept. 4 (Fri.), 2026
- KHOKI is a brand created by a design team founded in Tokyo in 2019.
- Received the “TOKYO FASHION AWARD 2023” in 2022
- In 2024, it was selected as a semifinalist for “LVMHプライズ2024.”
- In 2025, it was named to “10 Asian Designers to Watch,” among other honors
- Participating brands: 28 brands (27 brands plus 1 brand participating in “by R”)

## [New capsule toy] Shake and rattle with your fun ocean friends! “Pastel Shaka Shaka Ocean Friends Charm” goes on sale in late July 2026!

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:00:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000090.000143851.html
- anchor: #n1720017
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社三洋堂

Facts:
- 8 types in total
- Late July 2026
- H5cm

## Concerns about “heat-related resignations” are growing in the construction industry: More than 70% worry about continuing to work in the heat, and more than 50% have considered quitting [Survey on heat countermeasures among 487 construction site workers]

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:00:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000211.000063503.html
- anchor: #n1720018
- Companies mentioned: X Mile株式会社、クロスワーク

Facts:
- 86.2% (420 people) said that “the heat reduces my work performance”
- 55.9% (272 people) have thought about “quitting my job” because of the heat
- Just 4.7% (23 people) said their workplace provides a “heat allowance (cash payment)”

## [3 days left] The stainless-steel model of “memobottle,” which has sold 1 million bottles worldwide. CAMPFIRE’s advance sale is about to end!

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000180453.html
- anchor: #n1720168
- Companies mentioned: memobottle、CAMPFIRE、Anzleaf合同会社、Kickstarter、Indiegogo

Facts:
- It boasts cumulative sales of more than 1 million bottles worldwide
- Kickstarter ($508,392 / approximately ¥81 million)
- Indiegogo ($607,965 / approximately ¥97 million)

## 株式会社ラック to open HOTEL miino, a 27-room hotel in Minoshima, Fukuoka, on Aug. 8, 2026

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000111623.html
- anchor: #n1720167
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ラック、株式会社深田建築デザイン研究所、株式会社毛利建設、put some arts株式会社、株式会社Humbly、株式会社FLOW、KAMYU STYLE

Facts:
- Opening on Aug. 8 (Sat.), 2026
- 13:00～15:00
- Site area: 426.88㎡
- Total floor area: 1271.40㎡
- Building area: 320.36㎡
- Double rooms: 14
- Twin rooms: 8
- Triple rooms: 4
- Suite rooms: 1

## Multinational K-pop girl group X:IN, attracting global attention, to make its Japanese debut! Japan 1st EP “Girls On Fire in Tokyo” to be released on Aug. 21

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000179507.html
- anchor: #n1720166
- Companies mentioned: X:IN、株式会社４KIプロダクション、MIXSOON、Netflix、Spotify

Facts:
- Friday, Aug. 21, 2026
- Price: ¥1,400 (tax included)

## Vimmy launches an in-person UGC service, offering influencer marketing for businesses such as beauty salons and restaurants

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000175321.html
- anchor: #n1720165
- Companies mentioned: 美容企画株式会社、Vimmy、銀座ネイルサロン

Facts:
- Limited to the first 100 stores
- 6 applicants
- Scheduled visit and post within 1 month: 3 people
- 50% off the standard monthly fee

## RIIZE SHOTARO unveils 2 cover versions for the latest issue of “MAPS JAPAN”

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000026150.html
- anchor: #n1720164
- Companies mentioned: RIIZE、SHOTARO、MAPS JAPAN、蔦屋書店、紀伊國屋書店、楽天ブックス

Facts:
- ¥1,980, including tax
- Release date (print edition): Aug. 28 (Fri.)
- 144 pages (full color)

## 株式会社メディ・エンジン, operator of the medical guidance platform for international visitors “トラベラーズホスピタル” (commonly known as “とらほす”), joins SEVENRICH GROUP

- Published: 2026-07-28T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000177291.html
- anchor: #n1720163
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SEVENRICH CAPITAL、SEVENRICH GROUP、株式会社メディ・エンジン、株式会社山和食品、株式会社ユーフィールド、株式会社AHS Japan Corporation、株式会社3WELL

Facts:
- Partnerships with more than 400 hotels, tourism operators, medical institutions and pharmacies nationwide
- Has provided services to thousands of international patients to date