AI News 180m Report

2026-07-31 12:00–15:00 JST

942 received, 942 listed, 5 sources ・ Page 4 of 10

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 736 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 206 items from 4 sources.

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

Japan | PR TIMES (continued)（736）

We are providing information on the distribution status of the “ProP biz Emergency Earthquake Early Warning Service” regarding the earthquake with a maximum seismic intensity of 7 that struck Kumamoto Prefecture’s Kumamoto region, with its epicenter there (occurred at around 16:27 on July 28).

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • An earthquake with a maximum seismic intensity of 7

Companies mentioned：南海電設株式会社、気象庁

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[9th station on 東武鉄道] “Densha Navita,” a new landmark for stations, arrives at Kami-Fukuoka Station!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • The 9th station on 東武鉄道
  • Approximately 30 minutes direct to Ikebukuro Station
  • Kawagoe-shi Station is also approximately 5 minutes away
  • Established: February 1967

Companies mentioned：表示灯株式会社、東武鉄道

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AI search and RAG-based generative AI “Cogmo” introduced on Chuo City’s official website

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Starting July 31, 2026
  • More than 9 years of experience with IBM Watson

Companies mentioned：株式会社アイアクト、ChatGPT、IBM Watson

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Agricultural drone replacement promotion campaign underway

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Special discount on 2 16000mAh batteries (equivalent to 240,000 yen)
  • Special discount on 2 22000mAh batteries (equivalent to 280,000 yen)

Companies mentioned：株式会社マゼックス

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[Tabekko Aquarium] × [チョコレートバンク] A special “AQUARIUM” collaboration sweet is here!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Price: 2,916 yen (tax included)
  • Biscuits shaped like all 47 kinds of sea creatures
  • Contents: 18 biscuits

Companies mentioned：株式会社ギンビス、チョコレートバンク、メゾンカカオ株式会社

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超特急’s Ryoga and Yuki, the “Osanana” duo, named campaign ambassadors and lending their full support! A summer-only campaign for the chewy new-texture roll cake “Nama Mochi Roll - Milk”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • The campaign will run from Aug. 1 (Saturday) to Aug. 31 (Monday)
  • No. 1 in sales in the chilled cream puff and éclair category in fiscal 2025
  • No. 1 in sales in the chilled éclair category in fiscal 2025
  • Monteール Sweets has ranked No. 1 in the éclair category for 27 consecutive years

Companies mentioned：株式会社モンテール、超特急、スターダストプロモーション、EBiDAN

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ME:I’s MOMONA and TSUZUMI to appear on FM NACK5’s ALL The Feels! Four days featuring a playlist created by the 2 members and a special on their 4TH SINGLE, “花咲く道”!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 4 days
  • Starting Monday, August 3
  • Release date: Aug. 5 (Wed.)

Companies mentioned：ME:I、FM NACK5、ALL The Feels

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Support purchases on Makuake top ¥9 million! Russell Hobbs’ first fully automatic coffee maker, “全自動カフェドリップ,” set for general release on Friday, August 28, 2026

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Total support purchases: ¥9.12 million
  • Number of supporters: 405
  • Target achievement rate: 3040%
  • Price: 29,700 yen (tax included)

Companies mentioned：株式会社大石アンドアソシエイツ、Russell Hobbs、Makuake

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The “キュービックホットプレート” compactly designed to free up table space and expand cooking options with a deep pot and 3 types of plates goes on sale Friday, September 4, 2026!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Release date: Friday, September 4, 2026
  • Price: 13,200 yen (tax included)
  • Power consumption: 800 W
  • Weight: approximately 2.9 kg
  • Cord length: approximately 1.5 m

Companies mentioned：株式会社大石アンドアソシエイツ、Russell Hobbs

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F・マリノススポーツクラブ to sponsor the “Hometown ‘Dream’ Project”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 50th anniversary of founding
  • Celebrated 50 years since its founding in July 2026

Companies mentioned：ウスイホーム株式会社、イエリスタホールディングス、F・マリノススポーツクラブ、ベルテックス、ハートフルホーム

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The 18th 2026 Toyone Midoriko Half Marathon, where you can enjoy all “3 autumns”—sports, food and fall foliage—in one go

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Capacity: 1,000 people
  • A large pot 2 meters in diameter

Companies mentioned：愛知県、豊根村、兎鹿嶋温泉

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[Service Partnership Announcement] “Phil (formerly SQ),” provided by Stack, integrates its system with カンリー. Automatically displays TSIホールディングス’ in-store inventory on Google Search and Google Maps, advancing digital transformation in apparel

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • A diverse lineup of more than 50 brands
  • Support for more than 130,000 stores
  • Adopted by more than 300 brands

Companies mentioned：Stack、カンリー、TSIホールディングス

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KDDI and Ericsson hold their first “Remote AI Creator Classroom” for elementary school students using generative AI

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Original2026年9月5日（土）・6日（日）の2日間
  • Recruiting 15 participants for each session
  • Total over 2 days: 120 participants
  • Starting Friday, July 31, 2026
  • Since 2022
  • In November 2024

Companies mentioned：KDDI株式会社、エリクソン・ジャパン株式会社、Google

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11 teams of high school students from Oita Prefecture to present the results of their research! “Oita Prefecture High School Research Project Results Presentation” to be held

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Participants: approximately 100 high school students in grades 1–3 from Oita Prefecture, teachers and other stakeholders

Companies mentioned：株式会社Barbara Pool、一般社団法人STEAM JAPAN

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New Relic and JBS launch collaboration to help companies achieve “real-time management”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • New Relic has more than 16,000 customers worldwide
  • Aiming to secure orders from 40 companies for collaborative services by the end of September 2028

Companies mentioned：New Relic株式会社、日本ビジネスシステムズ株式会社、JBS

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Travel back to your youth with 90s J-pop: “Let’s go back to those days, just for today.”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Starting at 17:30 on Saturday, August 8, 2026
  • Event hours: 17:30–21:00
  • Adults: ¥4,500 (tax included); all-you-can-drink draft beer for an additional ¥500
  • Elementary and junior high school students: ¥2,000 (tax included)
  • Preschool children: ¥500 (tax included)
  • AKAROMAN: ¥820
  • SHIROROMAN: ¥820
  • KUROROMAN: ¥820
  • KINROMAN: ¥880
  • Original1本550円（税込）
  • Founded: June 1962
  • Established: September 1964
  • Capital: 100 million yen

Companies mentioned：アルファクラブ武蔵野株式会社、赤沼ロマンブルーイング

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OriginalTIMEWELL、新経済連盟「JX LIVE! 2026」登壇レポート AI時代の経済安全保障と輸出管理の最前線を議論

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Fines for corporations (raised to a maximum of ¥1 billion in the 2017 legal revision)
  • There are 178 trade restriction measures currently in effect in connection with the conflict in Ukraine

Companies mentioned：TIMEWELL、岡山大学、新経済連盟、ジェトロ、経済産業省

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[Held Aug. 21 and Sept. 1] Create a “winning portfolio” for your job search! | 2-day workshop

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 2-day workshop
  • Capacity: approximately 30 participants
  • The “Design Education Institution Network-Building Conference,” held in February 2026

Companies mentioned：公益財団法人名古屋産業振興公社、国際デザインセンター、金城学院大学、愛知県立芸術大学、MdN出版、資生堂、デンソー

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Original学生の「沖縄県名護市を盛り上げたい」想いを支援！オリジナルグッズの資材や啓蒙活動用ステッカーを寄贈

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Malt-residue blended paper: 100 sheets (size: 60 cm × 43 cm)
  • Blister backing cards: 400 (5 types × 80 each), plus design production
  • Stickers: 500 (2 types × 250 each)

Companies mentioned：株式会社OSPホールディングス、大阪シーリング印刷株式会社、沖縄県名護市、国立沖縄工業高等専門学校

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Supporting households with lower electricity bills: Launch of “つなぐでんき” electricity retail service for individual units (residential units)

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Building on つなぐネット’s track record of providing service to shared areas in apartment buildings since 2016

Companies mentioned：アルテリア・ネットワークス株式会社、株式会社つなぐネットコミュニケーションズ、ミツウロコグリーンエネルギー株式会社、Portas

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[August 25] フロッグ to speak at SALES SCIENCE CONFERENCE 2026: “Why approach that company now?—How to design data-driven sales that turn job posting data into sales signals”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • More than 4 billion job-posting data points accumulated
  • More than 150 websites across Japan

Companies mentioned：株式会社フロッグ、SALES SCIENCE CONFERENCE 2026

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The nationwide average monthly salary for full-time employees was ¥296,793, up 2.83% year on year [July 2026 report on average monthly salaries and job openings for full-time employees]

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Up 2.83% year on year
  • Nationwide full-time job openings: 338,656
  • Up 16.75% year on year

Companies mentioned：株式会社フロッグ、マイナビ転職、エン転職、doda、type

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The nationwide average hourly wage for part-time and temporary workers was ¥1,256, up 4.32% year on year [July 2026 report on average hourly wages and job openings for part-time and temporary workers]

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Up 4.32% year on year
  • Nationwide part-time and temporary job openings: 501,252
  • In the average hourly wage survey, 18 of the 22 job categories
  • The job-category survey was limited to 13 occupations

Companies mentioned：株式会社フロッグ、マイナビバイト、バイトル、イーアイデム

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The nationwide average hourly wage for temporary workers was ¥1,603, up 1.91% year on year [July 2026 report on average hourly wages and job openings for temporary workers]

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Up 1.91% year on year
  • Nationwide temporary-worker job openings: 263,647
  • Construction/civil engineering/energy (increase: +¥40, increase rate: +2.16%)
  • Food service/food (decrease: -¥92, decrease rate: -6.13%)
  • Electrical/electronics/machinery/automotive (increase: +161 jobs, increase rate: +42.71%)
  • Film/events/entertainment/campaigns (increase: +39 jobs, increase rate: +37.50%)
  • Construction/civil engineering/energy (increase: +265 jobs, increase rate: +16.53%)
  • Hotels/inns/weddings (decrease: -54 jobs, decrease rate: -61.36%)
  • Nagasaki Prefecture (increase amount

Companies mentioned：株式会社フロッグ、エン派遣、はたらこねっと

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au PAY to run a campaign offering up to 20% back in Ponta points for code payments in South Korea

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Earn up to 20% back in Ponta points
  • Up to 1,000 Ponta points
  • Overseas transaction fee: 3.85%
  • Earn 1 point for every 200 yen spent

Companies mentioned：au PAY、KDDI、auフィナンシャルサービス、paybooc、Ponta、ローソン銀行、セブン銀行、au/UQ mobile

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Red Cliff signs official partner agreement with the Nagaoka Fireworks Foundation

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Will fly 500 drones
  • Large-scale show with 1,000 or more drones
  • 3,000 drones to take flight
  • Capital: 630.5 million yen

Companies mentioned：株式会社レッドクリフ、一般財団法人 長岡花火財団、株式会社富士キメラ総研、被爆80年相生通りまちづくり実行委員会

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CNJ Cancer Navigator Certification Exam: Applications open Aug. 1!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Exam fee: 16,500 yen (tax included)

Companies mentioned：認定NPO法人 キャンサーネットジャパン、CNJ

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Originalシュウ ウエムラが、『ビューティバトルロワイヤル』のメインスポンサーに。次世代のメイクアップアーティストの挑戦をサポート。

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Nationwide launch (Sept. 4, 2026)
  • Original2026年7月31日（金）先行発売《Amazon シュウ ウエムラ公式ストア限定》
  • 7,480 yen each (tax included)
  • Original2026年7月31日（金）限定発売《Amazon シュウ ウエムラ公式ストア限定》
  • ¥13,310 (tax included)
  • ¥5,830 (tax included)
  • Streaming exclusively on Prime Video from Friday, July 31, 2026
  • 6 episodes in total

Companies mentioned：シュウ ウエムラ、Prime Video、コンデナスト・ジャパン、Amazon

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AI offers free assessments of hotel pricing strategies; Metro Engine launches its “Free Revenue Assessment” service

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Approximately 14 business days from application

Companies mentioned：メトロエンジン株式会社、OTAサイト

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[NEW OPEN] FAS, a fermentation-based age-defying skincare*¹ brand, opens a new store at Haneda Airport Terminal 3 on Friday, July 31

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • ¥43,900 (tax-free price)
  • 76,900 yen (tax-free price)
  • “Black Rice Ferment*²,” containing 738 types of ingredients

Companies mentioned：株式会社シロク、FAS、TIAT DUTY FREE SHOP SOUTH COSMETIC

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Cloud-based PBX / call center system BIZTEL begins advertising behind home plate at 明治神宮野球場 to mark the 20th anniversary of the start of its service

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Since the service launched in 2006
  • Starting July 31, 2026
  • Adopted by more than 2,000 companies

Companies mentioned：株式会社リンク、デロイト トーマツ ミック経済研究所、明治神宮野球場、なかほら牧場

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Shogi Japan Series JT Pro Official Tournament, First Round, Match 4, Fukuoka: A matchup between first-time participants competing for the right to challenge reigning JT Cup holder Sota Fujii! Yaichi Yashiro 8-dan vs. Yasuhiro Masuda 8-dan

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Only one of six games went beyond 100 moves
  • The average game had only about 85 moves
  • The average number of moves in official matches is said to be about 110

Companies mentioned：公益社団法人日本将棋連盟、JT、テーブルマーク、ABEMA

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TAKAMI BRIDAL makes its first entry into the Hokkaido area

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Original2026年7月31日に「TAKAMI BRIDAL SAPPORO（タカミブライダル サッポロ）」を先行オープン
  • The new concept store THE DRAPE SUITE (ザ・ドレープ スイート) will then hold its grand opening in July 2027

Companies mentioned：TAKAMI BRIDAL、TAKAMI HOLDINGS株式会社、Galia Lahav、MARTA MARTÍ、compose、nae. ATELIER × TAKAMI BRIDAL

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Second year of career classes confirmed for the Shizuoka Shida Three Cities “Youth Local Employment Promotion Program”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • The number of high schools offering classes will expand to 6
  • The job-offer ratio for high school graduates in Shizuoka Prefecture was 3.68 times for those graduating in March 2026
  • The 3-year turnover rate for new high school graduates is 37.9%
  • Participating companies and organizations: 94
  • High school student attendees: 492

Companies mentioned：株式会社ジンジブ、静岡新聞社、志太三市若者地元就職促進協議会

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Special sponsorship of “Shinagawa LIGA.i 2026 Round 1,” contributing to revitalizing the Shinagawa area and realizing an inclusive society!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Approximately 17,000 bicycles
  • Approximately 3,300 stations

Companies mentioned：シナネンホールディングス株式会社、シナネンモビリティPLUS株式会社、NPO法人日本ブラインドサッカー協会、品川区、株式会社品川カルチャークラブ

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“Fuji Time AQUAⓇ White Grape Mix” launches in limited quantities on Saturday, Aug. 1

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Cumulative sales of “Fuji Time” apple vinegar drinks reach 10 million bottles
  • 1,285 stores across Japan
  • Price: 3,780 yen (tax included)
  • Volume: 1,800 mL

Companies mentioned：株式会社富士薬品、Delicharm、セイムス

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Originalレノボ、史上最大規模のFIFA World Cup 2026™をテクノロジーで支援

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • More than 2万5,000 レノボ and モトローラ devices were deployed and managed
  • More than 600 tournament-related venues
  • More than 350 レノボ engineers and operations specialists
  • 48 teams competed
  • All 104 matches were played
  • High-precision 3D digital avatars were created for all 1,248 players
  • More than 20 billion cumulative impressions
  • More than 1,000 screens
  • Average latency of approximately 6 seconds

Companies mentioned：レノボ、モトローラ、FIFA

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Enjoy Rome’s “mercato” (market) as if traveling! ポルケッタ LINKS UMEDA 店 reopens after renovations on Wednesday, Aug. 12

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 1 slice (418 yen~)
  • 90 minutes
  • Seating capacity: 67

Companies mentioned：ジローレストランシステム株式会社、ポルケッタ LINKS UMEDA 店、イタリア・カプート社

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Enjoy panning photography at Boat Race Toda, the “holy site of panning shots”! Sponsorship of “TAMRON CUP” announced

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Admission: 100 yen (Boat Race Toda admission fee)
  • Gold Prize: 50,000 yen, 1 winner
  • Silver Prize: 20,000 yen, 2 winners
  • Honorable mention: 5000 yen, 10 winners

Companies mentioned：株式会社タムロン、埼玉県都市ボートレース企業団、もろんのん

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Singer-songwriter Jonah releases the 8th digital single, “明日よりあなた,” and unveils its music video under the new label “Scrum Wave Music”!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 8th digital single
  • [Founded] May 1, 2023

Companies mentioned：株式会社NTTドコモ・スタジオ＆ライブ、eggman、sumika、SUPER BEAVER、マカロニえんぴつ

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Project launches to transform the e-bookstore Reader Store into a comprehensive IP store. コミックROLLY will be integrated, creating a new-style bookstore with dedicated sections and merchandise sales

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Expanded the selection of eligible titles by approximately 12,000 or more
  • Integration effective Sept. 1, 2026

Companies mentioned：株式会社ソニー・ミュージックエンタテインメント、Reader Store、コミックROLLY

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Original【たべっ子水族館】×【チョコレートバンク】特別な”AQUARIUM”コラボスイーツが誕生！2026年7月31日（金）10:00より名古屋タカシマヤ「アムール・デュ・ガトー」で販売開始。

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Biscuits shaped like all 47 kinds of sea creatures

Companies mentioned：チョコレートバンク、ギンビス、ジェイアール名古屋タカシマヤ、アムール・デュ・ガトー

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Standard Products 5th anniversary celebration: First-ever Standard Products novelty campaign launches Aug. 1, exclusively online

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Purchases of 1,100 yen (tax included) or more
  • 251 stores
  • Approximately 58,000 items
  • 5,891 stores
  • 771 billion yen
  • 698.3 billion yen

Companies mentioned：Standard Products、株式会社大創産業、DAISO、THREEPPY

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【かすみがうら市×PoliPoli Gov】Opens public call for opinions on child-rearing

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Comments accepted through August 31, 2026 (Mon.)
  • Submission period: From Friday, July 31, 2026, through 23:59 on Monday, Aug. 31, 2026

Companies mentioned：株式会社PoliPoli、PoliPoli Gov、かすみがうら市

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Anritsu launches “Power HIL Platform Software” for EV battery evaluation

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Basic software “EX6201-S001A”
  • Charging simulation option software “EX6201-S002A”
  • Driving simulation option software “EX6201-S003A”
  • RZ-X2 Series power control model (CAN) “EX6201-S101A”
  • RZ-X2 series power control model (SCPI) “EX6201-S102A”

Companies mentioned：アンリツ株式会社、dSPACE、株式会社高砂製作所

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An unusual masterpiece covering Y.M.O.’s 1st album, “Yellow Magic Orchestra ('78),” entirely with acoustic instruments, is receiving its first vinyl release nearly 20 years after its original release. Haruomi Hosono appears on 2 tracks.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Price: 5,000 yen before tax (5,500 yen including tax)

Companies mentioned：Y.M.O.、といぼっくす、ディスクユニオン、Flowmango

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Notice of business partnership with アルテリア・ネットワークス株式会社 and launch of the electricity retail service “つなぐでんき” for exclusive areas (individual units)

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • The company has been working to provide electricity services for condominium common areas since 2016.

Companies mentioned：アルテリア・ネットワークス株式会社、株式会社つなぐネットコミュニケーションズ、ミツウロコグリーンエネルギー株式会社

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SBC Medical Group to open a new brand emphasizing stronger community ties, “SBC整形外科リハビリクリニック 一之江院,” on August 3, 2026 (Monday)

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Original2026年8月1日（土）11時〜17時に、クリニックにて内覧会を開催します
  • Hours: 9:00–18:30 (closed 13:00–14:30); consultations begin at 9:15

Companies mentioned：SBCメディカルグループホールディングス、SBC整形外科リハビリクリニック 一之江院、SBC整形外科クリニックネットワーク

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[Survey] Proposed 1% tax cut on food products would affect companies beyond retail and food service; 85.6% of surveyed companies see an impact on back-office operations

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 85.6％

Companies mentioned：株式会社ワークスアプリケーションズ、建設・不動産業、運輸・物流業

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A summer limited-edition chocolate bar arrives, with a refreshing taste reminiscent of craft cola! Spices and fruity cacao make it perfect for summer.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • ¥1,790 (tax included)
  • Aug. 1, 2026

Companies mentioned：株式会社βace、Minimal - Bean to Bar Chocolate -

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Enjoy the thrilling action of the “91st Japan Open Golf Championship” and the “59th Japan Women’s Open Golf Championship” in an exceptional setting! Premium tickets for both tournaments are now on sale!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Original販売価格： 400,000円（税込）／1名様

Companies mentioned：東武トップツアーズ株式会社、公益財団法人日本ゴルフ協会（JGA）

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[Wage increases at small and medium-sized businesses] More than 60% have raised wages, but about 60% of those companies feel the financial burden. About half said they were unaware of the wage increase tax incentive.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 63.3% of companies have raised wages
  • 57.8% of companies feel the financial burden of wage increases
  • 48.5% of companies are unaware of the wage increase tax incentive

Companies mentioned：株式会社フォーバル、フォーバル GDXリサーチ研究所

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A department-store-like selection! Bandai Namco’s large capsule toy specialty store “Gashapon Department Store,” Crane Paradise Suwa branch, opens July 30, 2026 (Thursday)!

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 360 machines
  • Original価格：300円/1回
  • Original価格：500円/1回
  • Original価格：400円/1回
  • “Eraberu Pay®” worth 500 yen

Companies mentioned：株式会社バンダイナムコエクスペリエンス、株式会社バンダイナムコアミューズメント、株式会社ギフティ、株式会社セブン・カードサービス、株式会社NTTカードソリューション、KDDI株式会社

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アンリ・シャルパンティエ financiers are back this year! 銀座ダイヤモンドシライシ’s “Radiant Promise Fair” offers a choice of gifts with the purchase of an engagement or wedding ring.

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Facts

  • 69 stores nationwide
  • During the period from Aug. 1 (Sat.) to Aug. 31 (Mon.), 2026
  • Gift card worth 3,000 yen
  • 69 locations in Japan
  • 61 locations nationwide
  • Capital: 100 million yen

Companies mentioned：アンリ・シャルパンティエ、銀座ダイヤモンドシライシ、SuiSavon -首里石鹸-、株式会社NEW ART、東急百貨店、矢野経済研究所

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鈴与㈱ announces signing of a “Nissay Furusato Donation Loan” agreement

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Facts

  • Agreement signing date
  • Founded: 1801
  • Number of employees: 1,168
  • Founded: May 1942
  • Employees: 53

Companies mentioned：鈴与㈱、日本生命保険相互会社、株式会社ミヤカン

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OriginalTSIホールディングス、「カンリーローカル在庫」と「Phil」のシステム連携で商品在庫表示を自動化。

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Facts

  • More than 50 brands
  • More than 300 brands
  • More than 130,000 stores

Companies mentioned：TSIホールディングス、Stack、カンリー、Google

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The new online lottery service “くるくじ” launches today, Friday, July 31!

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Original販売価格：1回 770円(税込)
  • Starting today, Friday, July 31, 2026

Companies mentioned：株式会社ドリコム、くるくじ、悪魔王子と操り人形

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[Complete missions for 4 consecutive months!] In August, enjoy unlimited skewers with an exclusive sour drink for just 290 yen (319 yen including tax), weekdays only!

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Facts

  • July sales exceeded 50,000 cups
  • Regular price: 420 yen (462 yen including tax)
  • Capital: 300 million yen

Companies mentioned：株式会社ユニシアホールディングス、串カツ田中、株式会社串カツ田中、株式会社ピソラ、TANAKA INTERNATIONAL INC.、TI.LA.INC.、株式会社ジーティーデザイン、株式会社ETOHA LAB

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[PitPa’s first book adaptation] In an era when audio media becomes an asset, the podcast “丸ちゃん教授のツミナハナシ” is set to be published as a book by 現代人文社 on August 6!

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Facts

  • To be published as a book by 現代人文社 on August 6, 2026 (Thursday)
  • List price: 2,860 yen before tax
  • 65 episodes have been released over 3 years

Companies mentioned：株式会社オトバンク、現代人文社、一般社団法人 刑事司法未来、TKC株式会社、合同会社黒子サポート

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SmartNews sees increased advertiser adoption of SmartNews Ads’ self-serve advertising one year after launch

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Facts

  • Sales have grown about 3 times over the past six months
  • The total number of advertisers has also increased about 2 times over the same period
  • Advertisers in more than 30 industries, including real estate, finance and human resources, use the service
  • Up to 100,000 yen in advertising credits
  • Advertising credits worth up to 1.1 million yen

Companies mentioned：スマートニュース株式会社、タビオ株式会社、Tabio MEN

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[October 8 event] Recruitment opens for sponsoring companies and sponsors of “Biz/Zine Day 2026 Autumn,” an online event for corporate planning and finance professionals

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Expected advance registrations: approximately 150–300
  • Expected live viewers: approximately 100–150

Companies mentioned：株式会社翔泳社、早稲田大学大学院、日本CFO協会、日本電気（NEC）、SOMPOホールディングス

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Popular izakaya あさちゃん, serving its signature motsuyaki and kushikatsu, opens in Nakanobu Shopping Street on Friday, July 31 — 7-day limited campaign featuring draft beer for 280 yen (308 yen including tax)

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Facts

  • Draft beer: 280 yen
  • ¥308 including tax
  • Seating capacity: 58

Companies mentioned：株式会社フォーシーズ、あさちゃん

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[Shin Nihonkai Ferry] Third installment of the shipboard direct-from-producer series: summer favorites! Corn and tomato tasting and sales event

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • The sugar content is “15 degrees or higher”

Companies mentioned：新日本海フェリー株式会社、北海道・藤井ファーム・ラボ

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Original白泉社LaLa創刊50周年記念！1990年代・2000年代を代表するレジェンド作品60タイトルが週替わりで50％OFFになるクーポンキャンペーンが8月1日からスタート！さらに土日限定で大量無料も！

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Facts

  • 50% OFF
  • 9.5 million members

Companies mentioned：白泉社、大日本印刷株式会社、株式会社丸善ジュンク堂書店、株式会社文教堂、株式会社トゥ・ディファクト、honto

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Originalひと塗りで美しく発色！キスミー フェルムから、やわらかなヴェールをまとうふんわり血色感チークが新登場

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Facts

  • 3 colors in total
  • ３．７ｇ
  • ¥1,200 each
  • ¥1,320 including tax
  • 2026
  • September
  • 10 days

Companies mentioned：キスミー フェルム、株式会社伊勢半

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[YECCA VECCA] Unveils its 2026 Autumn season visual, “Vintage, In Motion”

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Facts

  • Blurred floral-print dress ¥14,300
  • Gold-button tailored jacket ¥18,700
  • 2-way cardigan with sleeve ribbons ¥13,200
  • Pleated-mix culotte pants ¥12,100
  • Lace-collar blouse ¥9,350
  • Asymmetric scarf-design shirt ¥13,200
  • Coin-fringe denim oversized jacket ¥16,500
  • Leopard-print ruffle blouse ¥13,200

Companies mentioned：株式会社ストライプインターナショナル、YECCA VECCA、STRIPE CLUB

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A Funai Research Institute Supply Chain Consulting consultant spoke at “Overcoming Labor Shortages and Shaping a Brighter Future: Practical Ways for Transport Companies to Systematize Recruitment, Retention and Training” (hosted by GOジョブ株式会社).

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Facts

  • Date and time: July 21, 2026 (Tue.), 13:30–14:15
  • Capital: 98 million yen

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、GOジョブ株式会社

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2026 fortune forecast | Love Me Do uses numerology to predict the overall outlook for 2026 and announces the “Top 10 Most Popular Readings for the First Half of 2026”; a campaign offers limited-edition readings.

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 440 yen per month

Companies mentioned：株式会社レンサ、Love Me Do、みのり、せきらら、テックマニア

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A new benefit offering a complimentary wedding ceremony fee launches, carrying the emotion of a proposal through to the wedding and supporting couples’ future together

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Facts

  • Available at 15 venues nationwide

Companies mentioned：株式会社ベストブライダル、株式会社ツカダ・グローバルホールディング

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Original「ほっともっと」2人で楽しめる、3種のおかず！『チキン南蛮シェア盛プレート』『チキン竜田シェア盛プレート』新発売

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Facts

  • 2,421 stores
  • 1,112 yen (1,200 yen including tax)
  • Wednesday, August 5

Companies mentioned：ほっともっと、株式会社プレナス

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Original環境省「暑さ指数（WBGT）」に基づく「夏期営業活動ガイドライン」運用開始

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Facts

  • Special alert: WBGT 35 or higher (or forecast high temperature of 40°C or higher)
  • Severe alert: WBGT 33 or higher
  • Walking or cycling in direct sunlight should be limited to “10 minutes or less”
  • Original10分を超える移動は11:00～16:00の間、原則禁止とします。
  • Number of employees: 3,155 (full-time employees as of April 1, 2026); excludes contract, part-time and temporary staff
  • Sales: 54.8 billion yen (fiscal year ended February 2026)

Companies mentioned：ディップ株式会社、環境省

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“やよい軒” celebrates its 20th anniversary!! App users only! The 20th Anniversary Yoimono Festival “Midsummer Premium Festival,” with a chance to win a pure gold Yayoi tea bowl and a やよい軒 original sticker

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Facts

  • 20th anniversary
  • Operating 376 locations
  • Equivalent to 20g
  • Approx. 15 mm high
  • Approx. 25 mm wide
  • 1 winner
  • 100 winners
  • 2026
  • In June
  • In July
  • Aug. 1
  • 31 (Mon.)
  • During October 2026

Companies mentioned：株式会社プレナス、やよい軒、X、Instagram、LINE、Uber Eats

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Ankle socks featuring each member of “Kessoku Band” from the anime “Bocchi the Rock!” are here! A giveaway campaign is also underway! [株式会社コスパ]

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Facts

  • Advance sales: Aug. 15 (Sat.) and 16 (Sun.), 2026, at the 二次元コスパ booth at Comic Market 108
  • General sales: mid-November 2026
  • Price: 770 yen each (tax included)
  • Receive 1 limited-edition “Original Pillow Box” for every 4 eligible products purchased!

Companies mentioned：株式会社コスパ、二次元コスパ、芳文社、アニプレックス

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[Yahoo! Car Navigation] “Oshi Drive”: Due to popular demand, the availability period for VTuber AZKi, affiliated with ホロライブ, will be extended again.

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • More than 50 new voice clips
  • 550 yen per month (tax included)
  • 1-year plan: ¥5,500 (tax included)

Companies mentioned：LINEヤフー株式会社、ホロライブ

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Applications open for 7000 runners to race through Naniwa in winter! The 2027 Osaka Half Marathon will be held on Jan. 31 next year; registration opens at 10 a.m. on Aug. 5 (Wed.)

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Facts

  • Participation capacity expanded to 7000
  • 21.0975 km
  • Time limit: 2 hours and 5 minutes

Companies mentioned：産経新聞社、奥村組、RUNNET、大阪国際女子マラソン、ヤンマースタジアム、JAAF、WA、AIMS、関西学生ハーフマラソン選手権大会

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“Travel saunas” to visit on away trips: J.League players’ top sauna picks! “J.League Opening Special! A Double Soccer-Watching and Sauna Trip” airs Aug. 1 (Sat.) at 16:00

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Aug. 1, 2026 (Sat.), 16:00–17:15

Companies mentioned：テレビ東京、テレビ東京ホールディングス、パンサー、テレビ大阪、テレビ愛知、テレビせとうち、テレビ北海道、TVQ九州放送

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[リーガロイヤルホテル京都] “10th Anniversary of Renovation Instagram Campaign” launches

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Originalプレミアムフロア スイートツイン(79㎡)
  • 2 pairs, 4 people

Companies mentioned：リーガロイヤルホテル京都、株式会社ロイヤルホテル

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Endless energy! Always smiling! Yu Takahashi and Hirotaka Urabe go on a cycling date in Kawachinagano! They race around, thrilled by breathtaking views, power spots and seasonal fruit!

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • A sake brewery founded in 1718
  • Approximately 1,200 people visit the temple each year for ascetic training
  • The “Otafuku Falls,” with a drop of approximately 6 meters
  • Approximately 40 varieties of grapes cultivated
  • A history of approximately 110 years
  • Rises to approximately 30 meters above the ground
  • A couples’ trip for the first time in 6 years

Companies mentioned：テレビ大阪、天野酒、中村オリジナルぶどう園、関西サイクルスポーツセンター

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[Custom-built homes] The biggest challenge in finding land was “balancing land prices with the budget.” Approximately 74% see benefits in a “one-stop service” covering everything from land search to construction.

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Facts

  • “Bought land and built a home”
  • “Balancing land prices with the budget”
  • “Homebuilders and contractors”

Companies mentioned：ながでんハウス、株式会社NEXER Group、長電建設株式会社

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Original夏休みは日本橋三越本店で“涼しく”楽しむディズニーイベント、高さ約140cmのミッキーマウスのフィギュアも登場。「Disney THE MARKET 2026 in 日本橋三越本店」8月5日(水)開幕

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Facts

  • Mickey Mouse figure approximately 140 cm tall
  • Mickey with Love by kelly hoppen ¥3,850,000
  • Waves of Aloha ¥899,800
  • Photo T-shirt ¥4,840
  • Raglan T-shirt ¥5,500
  • Chocolate sandwich “Found You!” Previously: tin with 4 pieces, ¥1,201
  • Originalリンガ

Companies mentioned：株式会社 三越伊勢丹ホールディングス、ディズニー、ピクサー、マーベル、スター・ウォーズ、ルブロンデリエンヌ、東京ばな奈、MUS

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[Hankyu Umeda Main Store] “AKRIS” Ai (Akris Ai) HANDBAG POP UP STORE opens Aug. 5 (Wed.).

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Facts

  • “Akris Ai” Little Messenger ¥404,800
  • “Akris Ai” Medium Shoulder ¥344,300
  • “Akris Ai” Little Messenger ¥330,000
  • “Akris Ai” Small Shoulder ¥270,600

Companies mentioned：阪急阪神百貨店、AKRIS

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[Online exclusive] Tokimeki Records to release merchandise commemorating its Billboard Live performances! 3 types of online-exclusive keychains for fans

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Facts

  • Original2026年7月31日（金）12:00より販売開始
  • Aug. 23, 2026 (Sun.), Billboard Live Yokohama
  • Capital: 230 million yen

Companies mentioned：Tokimeki Records、阪神コンテンツリンク、阪神電気鉄道株式会社、阪急阪神ホールディングス、Merchan.jp、Billboard Live

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30 Pokémon OVA and theatrical releases to air free every morning at 7 a.m. for 20 consecutive days starting Aug. 1 (Sat.)! “Summer Vacation: Good Morning Pokémon Anime & Movies on ABEMA” confirmed

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • The TV anime began airing in April 1997
  • Starting August 1, 2026

Companies mentioned：ABEMA、ポケットモンスター、ピカチュウプロジェクト

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For 6 days only! “Super Sweets Night Buffet” offers views of the illuminated Japanese garden!

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Adults: ¥14,000 and up
  • Children: ¥6,000
  • Select Shizuoka Prefecture-grown muskmelons with a sugar content of 14 degrees or higher

Companies mentioned：ホテルニューオータニ、株式会社ニュー・オータニ

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KaWang’s long-awaited first concert closes to an ecstatic reception!

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Performed all 14 songs
  • VIP seats: ¥14,800 (official merchandise, seats near the front and high-five included)
  • General admission: ¥9,800 (send-off included)
  • Student seats: ¥4,800 (student ID or equivalent required)

Companies mentioned：KaWang、ぴあ株式会社、CHAGE & ASKA、ポール・キム、松田聖子、西城秀樹

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[Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport] “Picture Letter Exhibition Drawn with a Towel Brush” opens Aug. 1

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • A total of 42 works will be exhibited
  • Total entries: 1,756
  • Runs from Aug. 1 to Nov. 29, 2026

Companies mentioned：株式会社オークラ ニッコー ホテルマネジメント、株式会社宮脇塗装店、泉佐野文化協会、泉佐野市文化協会 美術連盟

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“Lolipop! for Gamers” now offers Japan’s largest selection of supported titles among multiplayer-only game servers [GMOペパボ]

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • A total of 32 supported titles
  • The number of supported titles has surpassed 30

Companies mentioned：GMOペパボ、GMOインターネットグループ

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The “Skip and Loafer Exhibition” finally arrives in Mitsumi-chan’s hometown of Ishikawa Prefecture! Invitation tickets will also be given to 500 students in Suzu, Noto and Wajima!

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • General admission at the door: ¥2,000
  • Admission ticket with merchandise: ¥3,800

Companies mentioned：講談社、高松美咲、アフタヌーン

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[On sale today] “PalVerse Jujutsu Kaisen” goes on sale July 31 (Fri.)!

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • [PACK] 1,100 yen (tax included)
  • [BOX] 6,600 yen (tax included)
  • [Number of types] 6 in total
  • [Body size] Approx. 90 mm

Companies mentioned：株式会社ブシロード、株式会社ブシロードクリエイティブ、呪術廻戦製作委員会

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Latest news on the film “BanG Dream! Ave Mujica prima aurora”! Theatrical release date set! Latest PV and key visual unveiled!

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Facts

  • Theatrical release date set for Friday, Oct. 16
  • The release of Ave Mujica’s mini album “神の名を,” featuring insert songs from the film “BanG Dream! Ave Mujica prima aurora,” has been set for Wednesday, Oct. 21.
  • Advance tickets for theaters will go on sale nationwide at cinemas, online, and at Animate starting Saturday, Aug. 15.

Companies mentioned：株式会社ブシロード、BanG Dream! Project

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Reaches its 100th issue! “てれびげーむマガジン September 2026” goes on sale today, July 31

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Reached its 100th issue
  • A 5-hour, 25-minute gameplay commentary video
  • 1,350 yen (base price 1,227 yen + tax)

Companies mentioned：株式会社KADOKAWA Game Linkage、株式会社KADOKAWA、Nintendo

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“Pawlinq,” a collar-style health monitor exclusively for dogs, launches an invitation campaign offering 2 months of free monthly service starting July 31

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • July 31, 2026 (Friday)–September 30, 2026 (Wednesday)

Companies mentioned：株式会社RABO、Pawlinq、Catlog

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“Letting yourself express vulnerability isn’t weakness; it’s a ‘skill’”—Psychiatrist Dr. Tomy and Lively’s Eri Oka to hold a discussion event on being “not quite depressed”

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Facts

  • More than 500,000 total followers on social media
  • Has published more than 30 works
  • More than 360,000 copies sold cumulatively
  • All 20 respondents rated it “satisfied” or higher
  • Of those, 14 people (about 70%) selected the top rating, “very satisfied”

Companies mentioned：株式会社Lively、一般社団法人アクティブリスニング協会

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“Grilled chicken thigh with yuzu pepper,” featuring the refreshing aroma of yuzu, returns with a new look on Friday, July 31

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Calories: 246 kcal
  • Protein: 15.7 g
  • Carbohydrates: 12.6 g
  • Fat: 13.6 g
  • Salt: 2.5 g
  • 160 million meals sold cumulatively

Companies mentioned：ナッシュ株式会社、nosh

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“Garlic butter chicken cheese pasta,” with a bold garlic aroma, launches on Friday, July 31

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Calories: 319 kcal
  • 20g of protein
  • Carbohydrates: 22.3 g
  • Fat: 15.6 g
  • Salt 2g
  • 160 million meals sold cumulatively

Companies mentioned：ナッシュ株式会社、nosh

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Support for the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • ¥5 million

Companies mentioned：株式会社 創通メディカル、熊本県

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Enjoy regional gourmet foods from across Japan and cheer on the Hanshin Tigers! (Phase １) “ときめく！お取り寄せ” × 阪神タイガース game-viewing pair ticket giveaway campaign launches

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 60 pairs, 120 people
  • Starts Saturday, Aug. 1, 2026
  • Sunday, Aug. 23, 2026, 23:59
  • Saturday, September 5, 2026
  • Sep. 6, 2026 (Sun.)
  • Game starts at 18:00

Companies mentioned：阪神タイガース、横浜DeNAベイスターズ、株式会社グルメ杵屋、ときめく！お取り寄せ

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Submit hiking plans entirely on your smartphone; agreement signed with 福岡県警察

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 59 mountain accidents in Fukuoka Prefecture
  • Information on more than 25,000 mountains across Japan
  • The hiking-plan agreement with 福岡県警察 is the 34th of its kind
  • Has surpassed 5.7 million cumulative downloads

Companies mentioned：株式会社ヤマップ、福岡県警察、山岳安全対策ネットワーク協議会

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Call for supporters from Ishinomaki, Miyagi Prefecture, a disaster-hit area, to help sustain a system that nurtures local high school students! Campaign launches to continue “まきボラ,” which involves more than 100 high school students annually

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Securing approximately 2 million yen in annual operating costs is extremely difficult
  • Aiming for 50 participants cumulatively
  • Ongoing support of 1,000 yen per month
  • A total of 411 high school and university students participated
  • Increased by 1.00 points from before to after participation

Companies mentioned：一般財団法人まちと人と、まきボラ

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株式会社Delight unveils landing page for “RecBuzz,” an Instagram-focused account management service

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Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 1-hour free recruitment consultation

Companies mentioned：株式会社Delight、RecBuzz、RecUp

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