AI News 180m Report

2026-07-28 15:00–18:00 JST

651 received, 651 listed, 6 sources ・ Page 3 of 7

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 339 items from 4 sources; Japan, 312 items from 2 sources.

One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

Japan | PR TIMES (continued)（309）

ARTMS releases new song “Born Stunner” early and unveils its music video… Opening the “special world”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Release date: 2026-07-24 13:00 (KST)

Companies mentioned：ARTMS、MODHAUS、Digipedi

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14 swimsuit costumes and 6 weapon skins added all at once to the MMORPG 『Legend of YMIR(レジェンドオブユミル』. Get them for free just by logging in for 7 days!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 7-day login

Companies mentioned：WEMADE Co., Ltd.、WEMIX PLAY、NILE、WEMIX.Fi

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First visit to Japan from war-torn Sudan: local staff share “people’s lives and hopes” in Kumamoto

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

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  • The “Rocinantes 20th Anniversary Lecture in Kumamoto” will be held at 熊本大学 School of Pharmacy on Thursday, September 10, 2026.
  • Capacity: 150
  • More than 10 million people in Japan and overseas have been forced to flee
  • Approximately 33.7 million people will need humanitarian assistance in 2026.

Companies mentioned：認定NPO法人ロシナンテス、熊本大学、ハルツーム大学

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A look at real-world efforts from interviews through to becoming independent! The “Foreign Driver Workforce Development Subcommittee” held its July meeting / Logistics Provider Management Research Group, a study group for logistics companies

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • A labor shortage of approximately 288,000 people is expected in 2029
  • A target has been set to accept up to 24,500 foreign drivers over the 5 years from fiscal 2024 through the end of fiscal 2028

Companies mentioned：株式会社船井総研サプライチェーンコンサルティング、株式会社長野フロー

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Care facility that achieved kitchen operations without early-morning shifts to take the stage; Global Kitchen to hold a kitchen operations seminar for care facilities in Fukushima Prefecture

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • We have supported meal services at more than 6,500 facilities nationwide
  • One kitchen staff member in their 70s comes to work at 8 a.m.

Companies mentioned：グローバルキッチン株式会社、ホシザキ東北株式会社

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オーケー株式会社 takes the No. 1 spot in customer satisfaction in the supermarket category for the 16th consecutive year in the 2026 JCSI survey!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Perceived value (sense of value for money): 74.6 (No. 1)
  • Customer satisfaction (overall level of satisfaction): 75.2 (No. 1)
  • Loyalty (intention to use in the future and continued use): 71.9 (No. 1)
  • We operate 168 stores across 1 metropolitan area and 3 prefectures in the Kanto region
  • We have steadily expanded in the Osaka and Hyogo areas, reaching 11 stores
  • We operate 179 stores across the Kanto and Kansai regions

Companies mentioned：オーケー株式会社、サービス産業生産性協議会

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Accommodation plan that includes participation in the “Kobe Airport Runway Night Walk Tour”; overnight stay on Friday, August 21; limited to 3 rooms

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Adults: ¥29,600
  • Children: ¥27,100
  • Limited to 3 rooms

Companies mentioned：神戸ポートピアホテル、関西エアポート神戸株式会社

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《tama》Power up for summer with the goodness of fish! “Delicious Fish Set” campaign

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Special price: ¥2,761 (15% off)
  • Regular price: ¥3,250
  • 13 cans in total

Companies mentioned：マーケティングパートナー株式会社、たまのおねだり（tama）

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Startup support company Tsuku-Rie and veteran planner maker NOLTY Planners step up business collaboration

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Collaboration began in January 2026
  • Approximately 8,000 startup consultations annually
  • Approximately 900 events and seminars

Companies mentioned：株式会社ツクリエ、株式会社NOLTYプランナーズ、日本能率協会マネジメントセンター、埼玉県本庄市、一般社団法人ココロバランス研究所

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Survey on beauty awareness and habits: Just over 30% of people are interested in beauty. Nearly 30% consciously engage in “light exercise” for beauty, while “staying hydrated,” “skincare and facial care,” and “diet” each account for the mid-20% range

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Just over 30% of people are interested in beauty, including those who are “interested” and “somewhat interested.”
  • “Light exercise such as walking”: 28.9%
  • “Maintaining a neat appearance and looking clean”: 52.6%
  • “Wanting to look youthful”: 29.1%
  • “Toothbrush, toothpaste, and interdental brush”: 50.0%
  • [Number of respondents] 11,015

Companies mentioned：マイボイスコム株式会社、伊藤忠グループ

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A hands-on event to learn about railway jobs and the role of stations, held in collaboration with parenting community “パレット” at WISTE in front of Noda Station — Making a familiar station a place of learning, with the aim of supporting children’s healthy development and revitalizing the rail corridor

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Monday, August 24, 2026
  • 10 groups per session
  • Friday, July 17
  • Friday, July 31

Companies mentioned：阪神電気鉄道株式会社、阪急阪神ホールディングス、株式会社トライアウト

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From 『無職転生III ～異世界行ったら本気だす～』, “ロキシー” appears as a swimsuit-clad figure. Now available through select retailers, including あみあみ.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Reference price: 23,100 yen (tax included)
  • Approximately 200 mm tall

Companies mentioned：あみあみ、大網株式会社、メガハウス

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From 『アイドルマスター シャイニーカラーズ』, “樋口円香” has been made into a figure wearing the “パルミエーレインビュー” costume. Now available through select retailers, including あみあみ.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Suggested price: 29,700 yen (tax included)
  • Approximately 230mm tall
  • Release date: Scheduled for February 2027

Companies mentioned：あみあみ、大網株式会社、メガハウス、Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.

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From 『銀魂』, the G.E.M. Series figure of “神威” is back as a [Limited Reissue Edition]. Now available through select retailers, including あみあみ.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Suggested retail price: 19,800 yen (tax included)
  • Release date: scheduled for December 2026
  • G.E.M. Series 銀魂 神威 ver.弐 [Limited Reissue Edition], 1/8 scale finished figure
  • Approximately 200 mm tall

Companies mentioned：あみあみ、大網株式会社、メガハウス、集英社、テレビ東京、電通、BNP、アニプレックス

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[SAK University] August Open Campus | Special events “Summer Super☆Open Campus” and “SAK University SUMMER TECH CAMP 2026” to be held

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • More than 100 new students
  • 12th in the UK
  • TOP350

Companies mentioned：SAK University、エセックス大学、University of Essex、BBC、VISA

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[フォーシーズンズホテル京都] “Autumn Fruit Afternoon Tea” begins Tuesday, September 1

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 7,000 yen per person
  • ¥7,800 (weekends and holidays)
  • Sept. 1, 2026
  • A history of approximately 800 years
  • 123 guest rooms and suites
  • 57 hotel residences
  • Up to 360 people

Companies mentioned：フォーシーズンズホテル京都、ハーシュ・ベドナー・アソシエイツ、ヴァローナチョコレートシェフコンペティション

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アルテミス北海道 and ぺんぎん労災サポートセンター sign supplier partnership agreement

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Starting with the 2025-26 season, the team rebranded its colors from the previous gold and silver to pink and blue.

Companies mentioned：アルテミス北海道、ぺんぎん労災サポートセンター、株式会社Wiz

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[Available in Kobe for just these 7 days.] Vanilla sweets specialty brand “バニラージュ” returns to 大丸神戸店 for a limited-time pop-up after 1 year!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Cumulative sales surpass 60,000 boxes
  • Price: ¥3,672, tax included
  • Price: ¥2,808, tax included
  • Price: ¥1,782, tax included
  • Diamant Vanille, 4 pieces: ¥567
  • Cacao Vanille, 4 pieces: ¥621
  • Diamant Vanille, 10 pieces: ¥1,296
  • Assortment box, 12 pieces: ¥1,890
  • Some items subject to a fee: ¥22, tax included
  • Insulated bags available for a fee: ¥110, tax included

Companies mentioned：バニラージュ、若尾製菓株式会社、大丸神戸店、大丸梅田店、東武百貨店 池袋本店、松坂屋名古屋店

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Original千葉開府900年記念事業「全国ご当地おすそわけマルシェ in ちば」に特別協賛として参加。2026年9月12日(土)、13日(日)幕張メッセにて開催。

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • More than approximately 100 regional businesses from across Japan
  • Approximately 100 local mascots
  • An estimated 40,000 visitors over 2 days
  • Chiba Opening 900th Anniversary commemorative event

Companies mentioned：TSUKU TSUKU株式会社、ツクツク!!!、株式会社KINTO、生協の宅配パルシステム、GMMTV、NR.KOTOBUKI、JOYSOUND、桜十字、ペンギン村(栗原市文字地区地域おこし協力隊)、株式会社ACTIVA、株式会社ＪＴＢ、東日本旅客鉄道株式会社

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Bringing the appeal of Japanese rice to the world! Second location of U.S. onigiri specialty shop “ONIGIRI SUN” opens in Los Angeles business district

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Capital: $1,245,000
  • Opened on July 24, 2026
  • Established: April 1, 2025

Companies mentioned：KNT－CTホールディングス株式会社、KNT－CT Foods（U.S.A）,LLC、株式会社ヤマタネ、ONIGIRI SUN

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Watch comedian Tsukasa Saito of トレンディエンジェル make comic expressions surrounded by swimsuit-clad beauties! Special and behind-the-scenes videos for “Shuffle Island Season 7” released

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Original2026年7月28日（火）15時より公開いたします
  • Original8月4日（火）22時20分まで全話無料でお楽しみいただけます

Companies mentioned：ABEMA、トレンディエンジェル

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Link between the iron metabolism hormone hepcidin and cardiovascular event risk in patients with chronic kidney disease elucidated

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 3,807 participants in the ASCEND-ND trial
  • 2,881 participants in the ASCEND-D trial
  • 6,688 people with anemia associated with chronic kidney disease
  • 106 ng/mL in non-dialysis CKD patients
  • 176 ng/mL in dialysis CKD patients

Companies mentioned：順天堂大学、Kidney International Reports

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NOLTY 2027 planners, calendars and refills to go on sale starting in August

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 430 items for the 2027 edition
  • 27 planner items
  • 10 calendar items
  • 550 yen (tax included)
  • ¥770 (tax included)

Companies mentioned：株式会社日本能率協会マネジメントセンター、JMAM、NOLTY、PAGEM、Bindex

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Mistplay, an industry-leading game loyalty app trusted by millions of players worldwide, officially launches its iOS version in Japan!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • July 28, 2026

Companies mentioned：Mistplay Inc.、Mistplay

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“Toki Lab,” a community site for planner users, reopens after a redesign on Saturday, August 1!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • About 320 posts have been submitted to date
  • Reopening after renovations on Saturday, Aug. 1, 2026

Companies mentioned：株式会社日本能率協会マネジメントセンター、JMAM、一般社団法人日本能率協会

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Original【京都外国語大学】学生の「やってみたい」をカタチに！社会連携・インキュベーション制度「出番 TRY! project 2026」が始動

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Capacity: approximately 20 participants
  • Entry deadline: July 24, 2026
  • Overall program period: July 29, 2026–March 31, 2027

Companies mentioned：京都外国語大学、丸善雄松堂株式会社、unknowncinema.kyotobase、中小企業家同友会右京支部

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[Taking MADE IN JAPAN to the world] Three R to showcase outstanding Japanese products to global markets at HYPER JAPAN 2026, one of the UK’s largest events

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Around 50,000 visitors are expected
  • Established: May 2001
  • Capital: 42 million yen (group)
  • Number of employees: 125 (group-wide)
  • Capital: 12 million yen

Companies mentioned：スリーアール株式会社、スリーアールグループ、スリーアールエナジー株式会社、株式会社SACDOTNET、スリーアールインベストメント株式会社

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Originalかっぱ寿司、創業祭特別企画 第1弾！かっぱ寿司の夏は、『本鮪中とろ』が一貫140円（税込）！ まぐろの王様をお得に味わう「かっぱの本鮪中とろ祭り」開催！人気声優・下野紘さんが歌う新TVCMも放映！

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 一 piece: 140 yen (tax included)
  • 一 piece: 128 yen (140 yen including tax)
  • 一 piece: 173 yen (190 yen including tax)
  • 二 pieces: 410 yen (450 yen including tax)
  • ¥391 (¥430 including tax)
  • 446 yen (490 yen including tax)
  • 一 piece: 100 yen (110 yen including tax)
  • 一 piece: 360 yen

Companies mentioned：かっぱ寿司、カッパ・クリエイト株式会社、コロワイドグループ、アイムエンタープライズ

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Uber expands member benefits and introduces new pricing

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Increase the Uber One credit reward rate from 10% to 15% when using Uber Premium (including Large Van Premium)
  • The standard plan price will change from 498 yen to 698 yen per month (from 3,998 yen to 5,598 yen per year)
  • To make the plan available to more students, the student plan price will be reduced from 349 yen to 298 yen per month (from 2,799 yen to 2,298 yen per year)
  • With “Family Sharing,” the standard plan lets 2 people share one membership, bringing the effective monthly cost to 349 yen per person
  • 120,000 active merchant locations
  • 120,000 active delivery partners

Companies mentioned：Uber Japan株式会社、Uber Eats Japan合同会社、Uber、Uber Eats、Courier（クーリエ）

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About 1 in 3 women in relationships who take low-dose birth control pills say they feel a “psychological barrier” when telling their partner they take them!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • More than 30% of unmarried women in their 20s and 30s who are in relationships take low-dose birth control pills
  • The survey found that more than 55% of women in relationships who take low-dose birth control pills do so to “relieve PMS (premenstrual syndrome) symptoms.”
  • The survey found that more than 90% of women in relationships who take low-dose birth control pills have told their partner they take them.
  • The survey found that about 1 in 3 women in relationships who take low-dose birth control pills feel some degree of psychological hesitation when telling their partner.
  • More than half of women in relationships who take low-dose birth control pills said they want their partner to understand the “correct information that the pill is not used only for contraception.”
  • The group’s annual total number of pill prescriptions is about 140,000 packs (2025 results).

Companies mentioned：医療法人社団雄秀会、GYNメディカルグループ、RCリサーチデータ

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More than 70% of single company employees in their 20s and 30s who are considering buying a home say they feel a “housing gap” among people of their generation!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • More than 70% of single company employees in their 20s and 30s who are considering buying a home feel there is a “housing gap” among people of their generation
  • More than 60% of single company employees in their 20s and 30s who are considering buying a home feel their views differ from those of their parents’ generation
  • Survey respondents: 330

Companies mentioned：株式会社EST GROUP、SMUUL（スムール）、RCリサーチデータ

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An immersive mystery experience that rewrites the fate of a disbanded school drama club at its former campus, “Bringing Down the Curtain on the Stage Passed On That Day,” opens Aug. 22. Japan’s first immersive event co-produced with an NPO supporting people directly affected by social issues

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • A post by 団体X announcing the performance spread to 60,000 impressions
  • Original2026年8月22日（土）から30日（日）まで全17公演
  • Across 15 performances, we have created opportunities for more than 300 people to engage with social issues, starting with “fun”
  • General admission: 3,500 yen per ticket
  • Group ticket: 12,000 yen for 4 tickets
  • Children in elementary school and younger: 1,000 yen per ticket
  • Duration: approximately 120 minutes (game time: 70 minutes)

Companies mentioned：一般社団法人Empact、NPO法人CoCoTELI、団体X、NPO法人チャリティーサンタさん、一般社団法人merry atticさん

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“NEXT ACTOR PROJECT 2026,” a program to discover and develop future leading actors, launches. The new project is recruiting men aged 13–22 nationwide, with the goal of securing roles in films and TV dramas.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Application deadline: August 31, 2026

Companies mentioned：株式会社サン・オフィス、SHOWROOM、U-NEXT

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More than 70% of people who practice AI-powered English conversation say they find it “difficult” compared with speaking English with another person!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • About 60% of people who practice AI-powered English conversation use it “3 or more days a week”
  • The top 3 English conversation skills people feel they have improved through AI conversation include No. 1, “speaking”
  • The main advantage of AI-powered English conversation over speaking with another person is the ability to study “without being restricted by time or place”
  • More than 70% of people who practice AI-powered English conversation, compared with speaking English with another person, AI-powered English conversation

Companies mentioned：株式会社ランゲージ・ティーチング・レボリューションズ、FORWARD

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フジクリーン株式会社 to exhibit at 下水道展’26東京, proposing wastewater treatment options suited to local communities under the theme of sustainable regional water treatment

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • From Tuesday, August 4, through Friday, August 7, 2026
  • Booth No. 2-202

Companies mentioned：フジクリーン株式会社、下水道展’26東京

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More than 90% of wealthy people who invest in their health consider investment in health as important as, or more important than, investment in financial assets!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

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  • Just under 60% of wealthy people invest in their own health
  • More than 90% of wealthy people who invest in their health consider investment in health as important as, or more important than, investment in financial assets
  • More than 40% of affluent people who invest in health spend “300,000 yen or more” annually on their own preventive medical care and health-related goods and services
  • The top 3 goods and services that affluent people who invest in health specifically spend on to maintain and improve their health are: No. 1, “preventive medical care and testing”
  • No. 2, “diet and nutrition”
  • No. 3, “exercise and fitness”
  • The most important thing for maintaining and improving their health is “regular exercise and training”

Companies mentioned：株式会社ロビー、RCリサーチデータ

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About 75% of small and midsize business owners facing a shortage of IT department staff said they “do not plan to hire new full-time IT department employees”!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • About 30% of small and midsize business owners said their companies lack sufficient IT department staff
  • About 75% of small and midsize business owners who said their companies lack sufficient IT department staff said they “do not plan to hire” new full-time employees for the department
  • About 60% of business owners whose IT departments lack staff and who do not plan to hire new full-time employees for those departments said they intend to promote digital transformation
  • Costs are more than 20% below the market rate.

Companies mentioned：ジー・ブーン株式会社、RCリサーチデータ

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“Is the new NISA enough to build assets for the future?” More than 70% of new NISA users said a defensive perspective is also needed

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

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  • A total of 72.66% of new NISA users said that protecting assets is also important, in addition to an aggressive approach aimed at profits
  • The most common concern or difficulty among new NISA users was “worrying about losing principal due to a market downturn,” at 39.0%
  • A total of 55.0% said their views on asset building had “changed significantly” or “changed somewhat” after starting to use the new NISA
  • The most common characteristic of a “defensive asset” for building assets was “being able to prepare for inflation and rising prices,” at 48.0%
  • The most popular choice for an asset users are interested in as a “defensive asset” going forward was “savings and deposits,” at 48.0%
  • For precious metals, the most common response was “they retain their value over the long term,” at 36.0%

Companies mentioned：株式会社kochira、こちら買取本舗

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Akari Kanzaki, the protagonist of Battle Athletes Daiundoukai, popular as a TV anime, game and OVA, is now available in the AI character chat app “anini”!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Companies mentioned：株式会社GAZAI、株式会社AICライツ、anini

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Enjoy fireworks in style from a hotel room in Umeda, Osaka: lodging packages for the 38th Naniwa Yodogawa Fireworks Festival go on sale July 28 (Tue.)

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

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  • Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
  • Time: 19:00–20:00
  • An ideal location just about 2 km in a straight line from the venue
  • A special early-bird deal offering 10% off the regular rate for bookings made by August 18 (Tue.)
  • Price: 26,000 yen (including tax and service charges / equivalent to 2 people)

Companies mentioned：キャノピーbyヒルトン大阪梅田、ヒルトン、キャノピーbyヒルトン

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From “Professional” to “Creator”: Name changed within the music web service ONLIVE Studio

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Effective Monday, August 3, 2026, the name for people accepting commissioned work will change from “Professional” to “Creator.”

Companies mentioned：サウンドオンライブ株式会社、ONLIVE Studio

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マイナビパートナーズ promotes corporate sales of “Kimochi Plus,” a disability employment support tool—applying insights gained through a 12-month paid program to help companies support retention and success

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • More than 700 companies promoting the employment of people with disabilities
  • More than 60 students enrolled
  • More than 10,000 real-world case data points
  • More than 700,000 people
  • Raised to 2.7%

Companies mentioned：マイナビパートナーズ、キモチプラス株式会社、マイナビグループ

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First-round qualifiers announced for “KNOCKERS -Fukuoka New Generation Music Contest -”; public online voting also starts 7/2８

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • The ６ acts that qualified will perform at the live judging on August 18 (Tue.).
  • ３ people selected by lottery from those who post on X (formerly Twitter) will receive an Amazon gift card worth 3,000 yen.

Companies mentioned：クリエイティブ・ラボ・フクオカ、NiEW株式会社、オーディオテクニカ、Bigfish Inc.、サニーデイ・サービス、exPoP!!!!!

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Launch of “M&Axion for Enterprise,” an M&A-driven company creation program

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Invested in more than 10 startups, including at the company formation stage

Companies mentioned：Beyondge株式会社、リライトキャピタル、M&Aキャピタルラボ

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Students discuss and envision the future of university cooperatives, which support student life across borders

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

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  • Welcoming 6 students active in South Korean university cooperatives to Japan
  • Original韓国大学生協連 代表団 学生6名・職員1名
  • National Federation of University Co-operative Associations block offices: 7 students
  • Since 1988, cooperatives have been established at about 30 universities in South Korea.
  • The National Federation of University Co-operative Associations and South Korean university cooperatives have continued student exchanges since 2001.

Companies mentioned：全国大学生活協同組合連合会、韓国大学生協連、小樽商科大学生協、北海道大学生協、ほっかいどう若者応援☆学生プロジェクト、北海道生協連

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Lifestyle brand “meet tree,” bringing the feel of forest living to everyday life, will hold a limited-time pop-up event at @cosme TOKYO from July 29

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

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  • From Wednesday, July 29, 2026, through Tuesday, August 4
  • Business hours: 11:00–21:00
  • ▶ Purchases of 3,000 yen or more (including tax)
  • ▶ Purchases of 7,000 yen or more (including tax)

Companies mentioned：丸山木材ホールディングス株式会社、meet tree

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A timely heatstroke-prevention solution: corporate rental plan launches for campers equipped with home air conditioners to serve as “on-site rest areas”

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  • Original1日14,900円（税込）
  • About 40 locations nationwide

Companies mentioned：キャンピングカー株式会社、JAPAN C.R.C.、アウトドア119

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About 60% of men and women aged 40–65 whose parents are independent said they find senior living facilities appealing if they have “shared facilities where family can drop by easily and spend enjoyable time together”

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  • More than 80% of men and women aged 40–65 whose parents are independent (not certified as requiring long-term care or support)
  • Worried about entrance fees and monthly costs
  • It helps by reducing the family’s caregiving burden
  • Peace of mind from professional care and a safe environment
  • Nothing in particular
  • Worry that a parent will age rapidly in a facility environment
  • The difficulty of getting a parent to agree
  • Everyday health maintenance and exercise programs that help people stay healthy for life
  • Striking a balance that respects privacy without leaving people isolated
  • Staffing that can respond quickly to sudden health changes or injuries
  • Family

Companies mentioned：株式会社SOYOKAZE、RCリサーチデータ、マゼラン 湘南佐島

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Kyoto Hayashiya, the originator of matcha parfaits, brings back its black tea parfait at its Kyoto store—the 273-year-old establishment will reopen after renovations on August 1

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  • Reopened after renovation on August 1, 2026
  • Founded in 1753 in Kanazawa as a tea merchant
  • Uji Matcha Mont Blanc Shaved Ice (limited-time, Kyoto store only) Price: 2,200 yen à la carte
  • Black Tea Parfait Price: 1,700 yen à la carte

Companies mentioned：株式会社京はやしや、桑原善助商店、京都「福田本店」

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Running race entries surpass pre-COVID levels, reaching a record high

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  • Up 3.3% from the same period in 2019
  • There were 875,861 entries
  • There were 501,467 entrants
  • There were 178,715 new members
  • There were 178,715 new members, 126% of the previous year’s figure
  • The number of entries from people in their 20s and 30s reached 126% of the previous year
  • The number of entries from women reached 117% of the previous year
  • There were 112 events where entries were at least 120% of the previous year
  • There are cases where figures have significantly exceeded the previous year. In particular, events featuring distinctive local courses, food and scenery are performing well. These are not necessarily limited to large events in major metropolitan areas. While registration is still open, entries are running at 158–211% of the same period last year, significantly ahead of the previous year's pace
  • There are cases where figures have significantly exceeded the previous year. In particular, events featuring distinctive local courses, food and scenery are performing well. These are not necessarily limited to large events in major metropolitan areas. While registration is still open, entries are at 158–211% of the same period last year

Companies mentioned：株式会社アールビーズ、RUNNET、流通科学大学

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Mayor of 土浦市 makes an on-site visit to 株式会社パレット’s Canvas service

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  • Capital: ¥452 million (as of the end of September 2025)
  • Number of employees: 36 (including part-time and contract employees), as of the end of September 2025
  • Capital: 14 million yen, as of the end of September 2025

Companies mentioned：CRGホールディングス株式会社、株式会社パレット、土浦市

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New items join the lineup! 2027 Moomin calendars and diaries for enjoying the whole year, released by Japan Hallmark

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  • 12 new products in total
  • Monday, August 3, 2026
  • Family calendar … ¥1,980 (tax included)
  • Large bi-fold calendar … ¥1,650 (tax included)
  • Small ring calendar … ¥1,540 (tax included)
  • Small bi-fold calendar … ¥1,265 (tax included)
  • Desk calendar (2 designs) … ¥935 each (tax included)
  • Desk calendar with memo pad … ¥1,265 (tax included)
  • Sticker calendar … ¥385 (tax included)
  • Slim diary (2 designs) … ¥902 each (tax included)
  • Family diary (2 designs) … ¥1,650 each (tax included)

Companies mentioned：株式会社日本ホールマーク、Hallmark Cards, Inc.

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New tear-off calendar lets you enjoy all 365 days with Snoopy! 2027 PEANUTS™ calendars and diaries released by 日本ホールマーク

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  • 23 new products in total
  • Monday, August 3, 2026
  • The tear-off calendar only: Monday, August 24
  • No. 6 tear-off calendar … ¥2,530 (tax included)
  • Mini-mini tear-off calendar … ¥2,420 (tax included)
  • Family calendar … ¥1,980 (tax included)
  • Large bi-fold calendar … ¥1,650 (tax included)
  • Small ring calendar … ¥1,540 (tax included)
  • Small bi-fold calendar … ¥1,265 (tax included)
  • Desk calendar (2 designs) … ¥935 each (tax included)
  • Desk calendar with memo pad … ¥1,265 (tax included)

Companies mentioned：株式会社日本ホールマーク、Peanuts Worldwide、ソニーグループ、ホールマーク

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2027 calendars and diaries featuring Despicable Me/Minions and Curious George, designed for adults to enjoy, released by Japan Hallmark

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  • 9 new products in total
  • Monday, August 3, 2026
  • Family calendar … ¥1,980 (tax included)
  • Large bi-fold calendar … ¥1,650 (tax included)
  • Desk calendar … ¥935 (tax included)
  • Sticker calendar … ¥385 (tax included)
  • Slim diary … ¥902 (tax included)
  • Family diary … ¥1,650 (tax included)

Companies mentioned：株式会社日本ホールマーク、Universal City Studios LLC、Hallmark Cards, Inc.

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What is sea burial really like?

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  • More than 7,000 services performed to date

Companies mentioned：株式会社ハウスボートクラブ、ブルーオーシャンセレモニー

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New from Japan Hallmark: Caretomo Collection keeps medication notebooks, medical cards and My Number cards neatly stored and protected

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  • 10 new products
  • 990 yen each (tax included)
  • ¥462 each (tax included)

Companies mentioned：株式会社日本ホールマーク、Hallmark Cards, Inc.

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Comfort & Peace, an autumn/winter letter collection featuring music, cats and trendy zodiac motifs, releases new designs for 2026

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  • 12 new products in total
  • Letter pad … ¥616 (tax included)
  • Envelopes for letter pads … ¥418 (tax included)
  • Postcard stationery … ¥495 (tax included)

Companies mentioned：株式会社日本ホールマーク、Hallmark Cards, Inc.、むうめぐ

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About half regret not starting by their 30s. A survey of 1,000 women ages 40–60 reveals the reality of the “scalp-care regret generation”

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  • Responded, “I wish I had started scalp care by my 30s”
  • Feel that scalp care is necessary
  • Responded, “I think it’s necessary, but I don’t do it”
  • “I didn’t realize the scalp should be cared for as ‘skin’ too”
  • “I didn’t know the right way to care for my scalp or how to choose products”
  • “I think results are more likely if you build a healthy foundation from a young age”
  • “I’m too busy to care for my scalp, the foundation”
  • “Something that takes little effort and is easy to keep up every day”
  • “A price that makes it possible to keep using it every day”

Companies mentioned：株式会社nijito、クロカミ研究所、楽天インサイト株式会社

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Original8月1日（土）開催のＪリーグ プレシーズンマッチ「Juiceスペシャルマッチ 浦和レッズ vs RB大宮アルディージャ」注目のさいたまダービーをLIVE配信決定！！

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  • Price: ¥3,960/month (tax included)
  • Price: 2,480 yen/month (tax included)
  • Price: ¥2,350/month (tax included)

Companies mentioned：スカパーＪＳＡＴ株式会社、浦和レッズ、RB大宮アルディージャ、Amazon

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Run through the satoyama and experience Imabari. Entries now open for the 40th Imabari Satoyama Marathon! [Imabari City, Ehime Prefecture]

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  • 40th Imabari Satoyama Marathon
  • Scheduled for Sunday, November 29, Reiwa 8
  • Starts July 27
  • September 30 (Wed.)
  • 6,000 yen
  • 5,000 yen
  • 1,000 yen
  • 2,000 yen
  • 800 people
  • 600 people
  • 100 people
  • 300 people
  • 2 hours 30 minutes
  • 70 minutes
  • 30

Companies mentioned：FC今治、アシックス、スパイラルテーピング協会、舞花グループ、日本陸上競技連盟、RIKUJO JAPAN、愛媛新聞社、RUNNET、ファインシステム

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[近鉄百貨店 Yokkaichi Store] Get up close to insects! World Insect Exhibition

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  • August 5 (Wednesday)–18 (Tuesday), 2026
  • Adults (junior high school students and older): ¥1,000
  • Children (ages 3 to grade 6): ¥700
  • Original大型の特設ドーム（約20㎡）
  • Approximately 200 rhinoceros beetles
  • Approximately 100 stag beetles
  • ¥100 for 3 minutes per person
  • Limited to 30 people per day
  • ¥1,300
  • 3,000 yen
  • First 50 customers each day

Companies mentioned：近鉄百貨店、昆虫ショップ ＣＯＬＯＲＳ、四日市市、四日市市教育委員会、菰野町、朝日町教育委員会

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[近鉄百貨店 Yokkaichi Store] World-renowned dyeing and weaving master Heihachi Ikeguchi visits the Yokkaichi Store: The Treasures of the Five Arts of Dyeing and Weaving—Enjoying Art

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  • August 7 (Friday)–9 (Sunday), 2026
  • 10 a.m.–6:30 p.m.
  • Closes at 5 p.m. on the final day.

Companies mentioned：近鉄百貨店、東京ますいわ屋、大和文華館

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On the “first year of extreme heat days,” your next admission is free when the temperature reaches 40°C or higher! “Thanks for coming in this heat” campaign launches, giving back to visitors braving the summer heat

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  • Maximum temperature of 35°C or higher
  • High temperatures of 40°C or above
  • Aug. 1, 2026 (Saturday)
  • Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026
  • Thursday, Dec. 31, 2026

Companies mentioned：株式会社花やしき、浅草花やしき

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Does “stronger” coffee become the go-to when concentrating? Survey of 2,000 people marks the revamp of a coffee enjoyed 13 million cups annually (1)! 快活CLUB releases detailed data on coffee-drinking habits and how customers choose their preferred coffee for different occasions!

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  • 60% said, “It tastes better”
  • 231 快活CLUB locations
  • Valid responses: 2,034 people
  • Made with at least 30% Kilimanjaro coffee
  • Bean quantity increased by 28.6% compared with the previous amount

Companies mentioned：株式会社快活フロンティア、快活CLUB

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<THE GOLD ONLINE Fest 2026 SUMMER> Notice of venue-only seminars on Aug. 1 (Sat.) | Introducing exhibitor seminars now open for reservations

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  • More than 60 companies gather at Tokyo International Forum.
  • Aug. 1, 2026 (Sat.)
  • Saturday, August 1, 2026, 10:00–17:00

Companies mentioned：株式会社ゴールドオンライン、幻冬舎ゴールドオンライン、THE GOLD ONLINE

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Shinto Tsushin wins in 2 categories at the AICHI AD AWARDS 2026: “SPECIAL AWARD / Shinya Nakajima Award” and “Branding Design / BRONZE”!

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  • Won awards in 2 categories

Companies mentioned：株式会社新東通信、一般社団法人白馬村観光局、日本特殊陶業株式会社、一般社団法人愛知広告協会

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ANA Luxury Bag, a bag-sharing service for travel and special occasions, launches!

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  • 8,900 yen per month
  • Brand-name bags priced at 300,000 yen or more
  • 60 brands
  • More than 10,000 types
  • 500 miles
  • 6,000 miles per year
  • Separate packing fee: 1,100 yen per item, tax included
  • First 3 months: 4,900 yen
  • 9,800 yen per month

Companies mentioned：ANA X株式会社、ラクサス・テクノロジーズ株式会社、ANAマイレージクラブ

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“Hakushu 18 Year LIMITED EDITION” debuts. The latest whisky lottery goes on sale July 28

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Facts

  • This promotion is limited to 466 entries.
  • Original価格は1口5,980円 送料無料。
  • Sale begins: July 28, 2026

Companies mentioned：タチバナE酒販、株式会社アップライジング、Amazon、楽天市場、Yahoo!ショッピング、宮崎どげんかせんとい館

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Learn about disaster preparedness through a hands-on experience: Applications for admission to the “Evacuation Experience Live” are open until Aug. 2 (Sunday); an exhibit of the portable power station “JVC Powered by Litheli” has also been confirmed

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  • Event to be held at Veats Shibuya on Sept. 1 (Tuesday), 2026
  • An additional drink charge of 600 yen applies

Companies mentioned：ビクターエンタテインメント株式会社、JVCケンウッド、Veats Shibuya、Litheli、とまとくらぶ、つじあやの、Maverick Mom、南出大史、ON

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Miyake Atsushi named guest commentator for the Tohoku round of “SUPER FORMULA,” one of Japan’s premier motorsports series! Aug. 8 (Saturday) and 9 (Sunday): BOAT RACE 2026 SUPER FORMULA Rd.8 Tohoku Round

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  • Maximum elevation difference: 70m
  • First 14 days free trial

Companies mentioned：株式会社日本レースプロモーション、J SPORTS、FOD、DAZN、ABEMA、MTV、ThreeBond Racing、KONDO RACING、スポーツランドSUGO、国際自動車連盟、一般社団法人日本自動車連盟、観光庁、スポーツ庁、公益財団法人宮城県観光連盟、村田町、名取市、柴田町、大河原町、蔵王町、川崎町、河北新報社、岩沼市観光物産協会

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Develops a “workflow feature” for the information-sharing service “S+Collabo”

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Companies mentioned：スパイダープラス株式会社、S+Collabo

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Originalestie 不動産AI Labと東京大学 山崎研究室、LLMで不動産価格予測モデルを自動改善する研究がIEEE MIPR 2026に採択

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  • About 88 million rental properties nationwide
  • 99,975 cases
  • Mean absolute error (MAE) of about 13%
  • Mean absolute percentage error (MAPE) of about 16%

Companies mentioned：estie、東京大学、IEEE MIPR 2026、LightGBM、GPT-5.2、Claude Sonnet 4.6、Claude Opus 4.6

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[Fukuoka City] 11 startups tackling social issues to gather! Applications open today for participants in the joint kickoff event for the social startup support program on Aug. 3!

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  • 11 selected startups
  • Capacity: 70 people
  • August 3, 2026

Companies mentioned：福岡市役所、KIBOW社会投資ファンド、ベータ・ベンチャーキャピタル、株式会社ボーダレス・ジャパン、株式会社アッドエス、株式会社ORARE、キャンプ女子株式会社、株式会社灯、MamaLeaf株式会社、うきはの宝株式会社、株式会社上向き、株式会社コーシェリジャパン、株式会社TeacherTeacher、株式会社flagMe、株式会社pono

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カメリアキッズ’ English and exercise programs adopted at 17 facilities about 6 months after becoming available to external providers

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  • Adopted at 17 facilities
  • 5 facilities considering adoption
  • 27 company-led childcare centers
  • 2 licensed childcare centers

Companies mentioned：SDエンターテイメント株式会社、ITグループ株式会社、RIZAP株式会社、株式会社湘南ベルマーレ、カメリアキッズ、ディノスキッズ

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EcoFlow to provide power support for “CHILLDEMIC vol.4,” the 4th anniversary event of popular sauna facility “88PEAKS” in Hokuto, Yamanashi Prefecture

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  • Providing 2 portable power stations, “DELTA 3 Max” and “DELTA 3 1500”
  • DELTA 3 Max (2200W/2048Wh)
  • DELTA 3 1500 (1500W/1536Wh)
  • The company is currently headquartered in the United States, Germany and Japan, and operates in more than 140 countries and regions worldwide
  • More than 6 million users enjoy our products and services

Companies mentioned：EcoFlow Technology Japan株式会社、88PEAKS

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Minamitane Town, Kagoshima Prefecture, and Gokurakuyu and RAKU SPA to hold the “Minamitane Town Food Tour Fair” starting Aug. 4 (Tuesday)!

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  • Shrimp miso ramen: 1,346 yen (1,480 yen including tax)
  • Tropical passion mango parfait: 937 yen (1,030 yen including tax)
  • Capital: 40 million yen

Companies mentioned：株式会社極楽湯、株式会社極楽湯ホールディングス、RAKU SPA、RAKU SPA BAY 横浜、RAKU SPA Cafe 浜松、おかざき商店

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More than 10,000 pre-registrations! “AIクラウドワークス,” one of Japan’s largest AI job-matching services

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  • 7 million registered users, including registered workers
  • 1 million registered companies
  • More than 2.7万 skills in total
  • Original当社提供サービスのユーザーは778.7万人
  • 1.104 million clients

Companies mentioned：株式会社クラウドワークス、AIクラウドワークス

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Research by TCB physician Nakagami Shoichiro and colleagues published in the international journal “European Journal of Plastic Surgery”; analyzes the mid- to long-term durability of the double-eyelid crease when buried-suture double-eyelid surgery and upper-eyelid fat removal are performed together.

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Facts

  • The findings of this study were published in the international journal “European Journal of Plastic Surgery” in July 2026.
  • This was a retrospective cohort study conducted at a single institution by a single surgeon, including 102 consecutive patients who underwent BSB from January to December 2024
  • The median follow-up period was 19 months (interquartile range: 16–22 months).
  • Suture-related events occurred in 17 patients (16.7%)
  • 14 patients (23.0%) in the monotherapy group
  • 3 patients (7.3%) in the combination group

Companies mentioned：TCB東京中央美容外科、European Journal of Plastic Surgery

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“Make face washing part of your skincare routine.” A new facial cleanser from “Gomenne Suhada” by “クリアターン” launches sequentially starting August 21

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Facts

  • Sales will begin sequentially from August 21, 2026, mainly at mass retailers and drugstores nationwide

Companies mentioned：コーセーコスメポート株式会社、クリアターン、コーセー

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Original【イベントレポート】約20年続く大型音楽フェスの成長を、経営学から読み解く文京学院大学 経営学部「音楽フェス×経営学」トークイベントを開催

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  • It now draws about 85,000 people over 3 days
  • The number of sponsoring companies has also grown to 19
  • The economic impact in 2019 was about 8 billion
  • It may now have reached a scale of about 10 billion

Companies mentioned：文京学院大学、株式会社スペースシャワーネットワーク、スペースシャワーTV、FM AMERICA、H.I.P.、SKIYAKI、MASH A＆R

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Launch of “ANA Luxury Bag,” a designer bag-sharing service to add a special touch to travel and special occasions!

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Facts

  • 8,900 yen per month
  • Bags from 60 brands
  • 500 miles
  • 6,000 miles per year
  • Separate packing fee: 1,100 yen per item, tax included

Companies mentioned：ANA X株式会社、ラクサス・テクノロジーズ株式会社、ANAマイレージクラブ

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[とりでん] New kamameshi menu launches July 29 (Wednesday)! A customizable kamameshi with endless combinations, made to suit your tastes, will be offered first at 2 locations.

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  • Customizable kamameshi base (770 yen including tax)
  • Eel kamameshi: 1,990 yen (2,189 yen including tax)
  • Kanto-style clam kamameshi (Fukagawa meshi): 990 yen (1,089 yen including tax)
  • Oyster kamameshi: 1,390 yen (2,189 yen including tax)
  • Grilled tsukune and egg kamameshi: 950 yen (1,045 yen including tax)
  • Rice cooked in a pot with dashi broth poured over it: 590 yen (649 yen including tax)

Companies mentioned：とりでん、アスラポート株式会社

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From Pasco’s “Kokumugi” flagship “Domestic Wheat” series come a sweet-and-sour melon pan with 3 kinds of berries and a sweet-and-salty salted caramel French bread

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Facts

  • On sale starting Saturday, August 1, 2026

Companies mentioned：敷島製パン株式会社、Pasco

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Solare Hotels to relaunch “BRACKETS edited by Kyoto Shijo” under a new brand in February 2027

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Facts

  • Reopening under a new brand in February 2027
  • A 10-story hotel with 282 rooms
  • A 4-minute walk
  • Sept. 2025
  • Original敷地面積：892.99㎡
  • Original延床面積：6249.5㎡
  • Owns 20 brands
  • Operates 22 brands
  • 51 locations in Japan

Companies mentioned：ソラーレ ホテルズ アンド リゾーツ株式会社、株式会社 SHR ホテルズ、BRACKETS HOTEL、BRACKETS edited by Kyoto Shijo

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[Sint-Truiden] Sponsorship agreement signed with 株式会社For needs

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  • Sponsorship agreement for the 8th season
  • 3rd place with 43 points
  • 22 wins, 5 draws, 13 losses
  • Goal difference: 15
  • 61 goals scored, 46 conceded

Companies mentioned：株式会社For needs、シント＝トロイデンVV（STVV）、合同会社DMM.com

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Originalさかなクンと一緒にサメの魅力を再発見！「素材市場」YouTubeコラボ動画、7月28日(火)公開

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Facts

  • Net weight: 61g
  • Suggested retail price: around ¥152, including tax
  • To be released at 15:00 on Tuesday, July 28, 2026
  • 5 winners will be selected by lottery from among those who answer correctly

Companies mentioned：株式会社おやつカンパニー、さかなクン、素材市場、株式会社ムラタ、気仙沼市役所

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Originalボーダレス・ジャパン×福岡市、ソーシャルスタートアップ支援事業の採択企業11社が集結！8月3日にキックオフイベントを開催

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Facts

  • 11 selected companies
  • Approximately 8 months
  • August 2026
  • Sales of 10 billion yen in FY2024

Companies mentioned：株式会社ボーダレス・ジャパン、福岡市、うきはの宝株式会社、株式会社上向き、株式会社コーシェリジャパン、株式会社Teacher Teacher、株式会社flagMe、株式会社pono、株式会社アッドエス、株式会社 ORARE、キャンプ女子株式会社、株式会社灯、MamaLeaf 株式会社、ベータ・ベンチャーキャピタル株式会社、KIBOW社会投資ファンド

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Curry flavor in one product: “Curry Seasoning for Cooking,” “Bagged Curry Seasoning for Cooking” and “Curry Powder” refreshed on Aug. 10

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  • Scheduled in-store date: Aug. 10, 2026

Companies mentioned：エスビー食品株式会社

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Solve the “I don’t know how to use it” problem! Easy-to-use, individually packaged stick spices “Allspice (Powder)” and “Mala Spice Mix” launch on Sept. 7, alongside a refresh of 18 existing products

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  • “Allspice (Powder)” and “Mala Spice Mix” launch
  • 18 existing products refreshed
  • Scheduled in-store date: Sept. 7, 2026

Companies mentioned：エスビー食品株式会社

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Now in a smart package for convenient storage! “Curry Powder Sticks” and “Non-Spicy Curry Powder Sticks” refreshed on Aug. 10

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  • August 10, 2026
  • 30 varieties of spices and herbs
  • 1 teaspoon (2g)
  • 20 types of spices

Companies mentioned：エスビー食品株式会社、赤缶カレー粉

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[Creating the future of local communities through new wellness initiatives] 一般社団法人 大垣青年重役会 visits Fit-Easy

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  • Capital: 1,357,449,180 yen
  • Number of employees: 320 *As of Apr. 30, 2026
  • 288 locations as of July 28, 2026

Companies mentioned：フィットイージー株式会社、一般社団法人 大垣青年重役会

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Updated with lemon for a refreshing taste! Colorful “Mozzarella & Tomato” sandwich to go on sale sequentially from Aug. 5 (Wednesday)

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  • Price: 390 yen (421.20 yen including tax)
  • Release date: Sequentially from Aug. 5 (Wednesday)

Companies mentioned：株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン、セブン‐イレブン

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[伊東小涌園] 伊東小涌園, celebrating its 70th anniversary, continues to evolve; “Restaurant Ukifune,” a dining venue exclusively for guests, reopens after renovation

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  • Original1泊夕朝食付（1室2名利用時のお一人様）20,350円～（サービス料・消費税込、入湯税別）
  • It owns a rare “drinking spring” in Ito, a city with 800 hot spring sources, where the water is safe to drink.
  • Premium Twin overview: 8 rooms (approx. 50㎡)

Companies mentioned：伊東小涌園、藤田観光株式会社

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TikTok launches “TikTok GO Local.” For its first initiative, it is partnering with 京都市 and 大津市 to showcase new attractions in the two cities through a stamp rally featuring locations associated with the popular novel 『成瀬は天下を取りにいく』

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  • The popular novel 『成瀬は天下を取りにいく』 has sold more than 2.5 million copies in total across the series.
  • More than 10 creators active locally and nationwide will be invited
  • 33.5% have visited a place they saw on TikTok
  • Up 50% year over year
  • Up 160% over the same period
  • Increased by approximately 1.2 times
  • Expanded by approximately 4 times
  • The number of TikTok creators in Japan has reached 2.35 million
  • Accounted for 29.6% of the total

Companies mentioned：TikTok、Bytedance株式会社、京都市、大津市

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マネーフォワード ME fully revamps its “Weekly Report” feature

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  • Dining-out expenses are down 5,000 yen from last week

Companies mentioned：マネーフォワードホーム株式会社、マネーフォワード ME

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Original山梨出身キャラクター ほっぺちゃんと富士急ハイランドが初コラボ！サン宝石フェアin富士急ハイランド

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  • 3 days, from Aug. 13 (Thursday) to 15 (Saturday), 2026
  • Purchases of 3,000 yen or more (can be combined)
  • Adults: 6,000–7,900 yen
  • Junior high and high school students: 5,500–7,400 yen
  • Elementary school students: ¥4,400–¥5,100
  • Young children and seniors: ¥2,100–¥2,600

Companies mentioned：富士急ハイランド、サン宝石

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Gon and Killua from 『HUNTER×HUNTER』 join the Look Up series. Reservations for each are now open at あみあみ.

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  • Suggested price: ¥4,620 each (tax included)
  • Approximately 110 mm tall

Companies mentioned：あみあみ、大網株式会社、メガハウス

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[Huge response on social media] “Licca-chan Living in Reality” gets a lifelike exhibition! “Licca-chan ON/OFF Exhibition” to be held at 海老名マルイ!

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  • Instagram: 1.14 million followers
  • YouTube: 800,000 subscribers
  • General admission: Advance ticket, 1,870 yen
  • Children (elementary and junior high school students): Advance ticket, 1,100 yen
  • With an original Licca-chan doll: Advance ticket, 10,670 yen
  • An original clear card with every 4,000 yen (including tax) spent

Companies mentioned：株式会社丸井、株式会社丸井グループ、株式会社タカラトミー、海老名マルイ、丸井

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GMO-PG launches “Approval Rate Visualization Option” to visualize payment data and help EC businesses maximize sales

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  • The BtoC e-commerce market reached approximately 26.1 trillion yen in 2024
  • The e-commerce penetration rate also continues to grow, reaching 9.8% (※3)
  • Credit cards account for 82.7% of all cashless payments in Japan (2025) (※4)
  • Annual payment processing volume exceeds 23 trillion yen
  • The comprehensive online payment service has been adopted by more than 150,000 merchants, including EC businesses and public institutions such as NHK and 国税庁
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  • Capital: 13.323 billion yen
  • Capital: 5 billion yen

Companies mentioned：GMOインターネットグループ、GMOペイメントゲートウェイ株式会社、Forter、経済産業省、NHK、国税庁

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Aiming to improve drug access for pediatric and AYA-generation cancer patients: DCT (decentralized clinical trial) introduced in the “PARTNER Study,” a patient-requested healthcare service for pediatric and AYA-generation patients

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  • Conducted at 6 sites
  • 10 target drugs
  • Conducted since January 2024
  • As of April 2026
  • Entrusted with and contracted by 11 medical institutions as partner hospitals
  • In 2023, an investigator-initiated clinical trial targeting rare cancers
  • As of March 2026

Companies mentioned：国立研究開発法人国立がん研究センター、鹿児島大学病院、国立研究開発法人日本医療研究開発機構（AMED）

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