# AI News 180m Report｜2026-07-31 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 5 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.

## Hotel Associa Shizuoka will support 清水エスパルス throughout the hotel, including with accommodation plans for supporters, in line with the 2026/27 J.League season opening

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000264.000076395.html
- anchor: #n1766330
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社JR東海ホテルズ、清水エスパルス、エスパルス後援会

Facts:
- 2026年8月1日（土）から10月31日（土）までは「エスパルス応援強化月間」として
- During the period from Aug. 1, 2026, to June 6, 2027
- ホテルオリジナル「エスパルスガチャ」 1回500円
- Food and drink purchases will be 10% off
- Available at a discount of 300 yen per person

## Coming soon! The Steam page for “ぼむぼむアニマル” is now open!

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:48:19+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000658.000003290.html
- anchor: #n1766332
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エイジ

Facts:
- Includes more than 20 stages.
- ■ Release date: Summer 2026

## “氷処 新港堂,” a specialty shaved ice shop serving fluffy shaved ice made with pure ice, opens at Kobe’s large-scale food hall “TOOTH MART” on Friday, July 31!

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:46:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002289.000024488.html
- anchor: #n1766333
- Companies mentioned: 氷処 新港堂、TOOTH MART、神戸ポートミュージアム、神戸放香堂、放香堂、TOOTH TOOTH

Facts:
- 1,480 yen (tax included)
- 1,380 yen (tax included)
- 1,320 yen (tax included)

## Held alongside 神戸ストークス’ preseason game “RISING KOBE -2026-”! The seaside summer festival event “RISING COOL”

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:43:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000238.000086732.html
- anchor: #n1766145
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社One Bright KOBE、神戸ストークス、神戸市消防局

Facts:
- 2026年8月22日（土）・23日（日）
- 10 shaved ice and ice cream shops gather at the park

## Selected for the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism’s AB-Cross program; demonstration of an MABR-assisted activated sludge process begins in 横浜市

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:41:54+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000058.000162383.html
- anchor: #n1766146
- Companies mentioned: 三機工業株式会社、日本下水道事業団、横浜市

Facts:
- Treatment capacity: approx. 35,000 m3/d
- Reduces aeration power consumption by up to 30%
- Cuts greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 50% overall across the water treatment process
- Reduces overall LCC by approximately 20%

## Latest data from the “Regional Promotion Dashboard: Local Specialty Products Panel” released free of charge

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000901.000004376.html
- anchor: #n1766147
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ロイヤリティマーケティング、Ponta、Tableau Public

Facts:
- Expands the number of local specialty product categories from the previous 13 classifications to 57, about 4 times as many
- Data analysis of more than 100 million Ponta members
- Number of responses: 158,676 samples
- Number of responses: 139,529 samples

## 株式会社Arent to speak at an exhibitor seminar at JAPAN BUILD OSAKA on Wednesday, Aug. 26

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:39:10+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000149.000063436.html
- anchor: #n1766148
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Arent、株式会社きんでん

Facts:
- From Aug. 26 (Wed.) to Aug. 28 (Fri.), 2026
- Talk date and time: Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2026, 12:00–12:45
- Capacity: 50 people (first come, first served)
- From 14:30 on the same day
- 会期：2026年8月26日（水）〜28日（金）10:00〜17:00
- Established: July 2, 2012
- Capital: Approximately 1.286 billion yen

## [Miyagi Prefecture] High school and university students explore what they love through volunteering! “まきボラ,” a volunteer program matching students with businesses in Ishinomaki, starts activities on Aug. 4!

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:38:29+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000164749.html
- anchor: #n1766149
- Companies mentioned: 一般財団法人まちと人と、公益社団法人3.11メモリアルネットワーク、こんじん、株式会社石巻精機製作所、石巻専修大学

Facts:
- Participants: 441 in total
- Businesses: 54 in total
- Volunteer projects: 131 in total

## Uriko, a girl who sells time and changes people’s pasts in exchange for their lifespans. Why does the girl travel?—A new series, “トキウリウリコ” (manga by 末廣こぶ), begins in コミックブリーゼ

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:37:25+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000985.000049835.html
- anchor: #n1766150
- Companies mentioned: キルタイムコミュニケーション、コミックブリーゼ、キミコミ

## Announcement: Interview with the recipient of the Prime Minister’s Award at the 7th Japan Open Innovation Prize

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:37:15+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000187309.html
- anchor: #n1766151
- Companies mentioned: JAXA、株式会社タカラトミー、ソニーグループ株式会社、同志社大学、合同会社デロイトトーマツ

Facts:
- 受賞から約1年半が経過した現在

## [Investment applications open tomorrow, Aug. 1 (Sat.), at 10:00!] A real estate STO worth 3.8 billion yen: “ロードスターグループ Digital Securities Yokohama Isezakicho Hotel” project

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:34:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000187202.html
- anchor: #n1766152
- Companies mentioned: ロードスター証券株式会社、ロードスターグループ、ロードスターインベストメンツ株式会社、ロードスターキャピタル株式会社、ロードスターソリューションズ株式会社、ソラーレ ホテルズ アンド リゾーツ株式会社

Facts:
- Expected average distribution yield of 4.1%
- Long-term investment of about 10 years
- Receive up to ¥300,000 in cash

## “Anime 200 Works Free Festival” to be held on ABEMA in August! 200 popular anime titles will be available free each week for 4 consecutive weeks; Week 1 features anime broadcast in 2026!

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:33:27+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003684.000064643.html
- anchor: #n1766153
- Companies mentioned: ABEMA、集英社、KADOKAWA、オーバーラップ、小学館

Facts:
- Around 200 popular anime titles
- 10th anniversary of launch
- 1,180 yen per month
- 680 yen per month

## [Now available] Gay bar management adventure game SODOMY FATALE moves to its full release. All 10 chapters available on Steam

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:30:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000027.000052029.html
- anchor: #n1766154
- Companies mentioned: ヴァンパイア株式会社、Steam、SODOMY FATALE、じゃむさんっぽいど

Facts:
- Expanded the number of registrable menu items to 12 types

## “Hamameshi Gacha,” a food-hopping campaign bringing together 5 major commercial facilities in the Yokohama Station area, will run for 7 days only, from Aug. 7 (Fri.) to 13 (Thu.)

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000155986.html
- anchor: #n1766047
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NKB Y's、ジョイナス、ルミネ横浜、横浜ポルタ、スカイビル、横浜ベイクォーター

Facts:
- 1回1,000円でガチャを回す
- You are guaranteed to win a food ticket worth ¥1,500 or ¥2,000
- 4,000 capsules
- 1日あたりの販売上限(600個)あり
- 800 units will be sold at each facility

## Japan Foundation Milk Bank official characters “ドナミちゃん” and “ミルくん” make their debut

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000146125.html
- anchor: #n1766046
- Companies mentioned: 一般財団法人日本財団母乳バンク、WHO、UNICEF

Facts:
- Weight: 1,073 grams
- Weight: 369 grams
- Extremely low birth weight babies weighing less than 1,500 g

## 『マグマシティ鹿児島市ふるさと納税特設サイト』を開設しました！

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000103.000100148.html
- anchor: #n1766045
- Companies mentioned: 鹿児島市

Facts:
- Donation target: ¥172,500,000
- Donation target: ¥45,500,000

## New releases: chibi figures from the TV anime Dandadan and a Turbo Granny plush keychain!

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000214.000070091.html
- anchor: #n1766044
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ホットトイズジャパン、集英社、サイエンスSARU、Netflix

Facts:
- The manga has surpassed 12 million copies in cumulative circulation worldwide
- Views on Shonen Jump+ have reached 1 billion

## “Watashi no Hikari,” a comprehensive information platform for fiber-optic internet, is now live — quickly find the fiber-optic service that suits you

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000236.000070245.html
- anchor: #n1766043
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ALL CONNECT、株式会社アディバル

Facts:
- 7 questions
- 8 types in total
- Approximately 1 minute

## Rizz Shimokitazawa salon to open on Aug. 1 (Sat.)

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000380.000049680.html
- anchor: #n1766042
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アルテジェネシス、株式会社スタイルデザイナー、株式会社 アッシュ、株式会社 ニューヨーク・ニューヨーク、株式会社 C＆P、株式会社 ダイヤモンドアイズ、株式会社 東京美髪芸術学院

Facts:
- Operates about 380 salons in a chain
- Rizz (リズ) Shimokitazawa salon to open on Aug. 1 (Sat.), 2026

## [Co-hosted seminar on 8/18] GIG to speak at “Are you blaming the workplace for employees leaving?” and explain how to prevent mismatches after hiring

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000428.000042378.html
- anchor: #n1766041
- Companies mentioned: GIG、Human Resource Design、Crevo、TRUNK、フラッグシップオーケストラ

Facts:
- August 18, 2026
- 11:00～13:10
- More than 65,000 people
- More than 1,800 companies

## サマンサタバサから「ドナルドダック」＆「デイジーダック」のコレクションアイテムを発売！

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000514.000047990.html
- anchor: #n1766040
- Companies mentioned: サマンサタバサ、サマンサタバサジャパンリミテッド、株式会社サマンサタバサジャパンリミテッド

Facts:
- A total of 15 items will be released
- Handbag ¥33,000
- Shoulder bag ¥30,800
- Folding wallet ¥24,200
- Long wallet ¥26,400
- Pouch ¥13,200
- Mini mini bag charm ¥9,680
- Bag charm ¥7,150
- Handkerchief ¥1,650

## Japan’s first “football × lifestyle” concept store, adidas Brand Core Store Shinjuku Football Culture, to open on July 31, 2026 (Fri.)

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001096.000003301.html
- anchor: #n1766039
- Companies mentioned: アディダス ジャパン株式会社、アディダス オリジナルス、FIFA

Facts:
- Will open on July 31, 2026 (Fri.)
- Retail floor area: 388㎡ (117.37 tsubo); total across 2 floors
- Football (116): footwear (16), apparel (92), accessories (8)
- アディダス オリジナルス (219): footwear (61), apparel (86), accessories (72)

## A “Main Stage CHALLENGE” has been added for New Mobile Report Gundam Wing in SD Gundam G Generation ETERNAL!

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002277.000051316.html
- anchor: #n1766038
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社バンダイナムコエンターテインメント

Facts:
- Event period: Now underway through 8/24 at 11:59 (tentative)
- Event period: Now underway through 8/18 at 11:59 (tentative)
- More than 350 units available for initial development!
- More than 1,000 units from 103 Gundam titles join the battle!

## バッテリィズ・エースが特大ショットで魅せる！『タカトシ＆ライオンの！新ゴルフやろうぜ！』Season3＃31 8月1日（土） 9:30〜放送

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005228.000029501.html
- anchor: #n1766037
- Companies mentioned: 吉本興業株式会社、BSよしもと

Facts:
- Best score: 107

## Japan-developed power outage countermeasure technology “Eneco” set for global rollout

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:26:18+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000153856.html
- anchor: #n1766048
- Companies mentioned: アイコミュニケーションズ株式会社、PCT

Facts:
- Claims 1–2

## 360°全方向移動プラットフォームの「TriOrb」、キーエンス社製PLC(KV-X500シリーズ)に標準対応

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:25:53+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000035.000120742.html
- anchor: #n1766049
- Companies mentioned: TriOrb、キーエンス

Facts:
- Capital: 100 million yen

## RKB Radio documentary “Sugamo Diary: The Life of a Class B/C War Criminal” takes 1st place in the Kyushu-Okinawa regional judging for the 2026 日本民間放送連盟 Awards radio news program division!

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:23:41+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000169.000067667.html
- anchor: #n1766050
- Companies mentioned: RKB毎日放送、日本民間放送連盟

Facts:
- July 2
- Broadcast on RKB Radio on Aug. 28, 2025
- Rebroadcast on Aug. 8, 2026 (Sat.) from 2 p.m.

## 伊泰達株式会社 President and CEO 傅善平 donates ¥1 million to areas affected by the Kumamoto earthquake

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:23:39+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000144342.html
- anchor: #n1766051
- Companies mentioned: 伊泰達株式会社、株式会社ポイントイェス

Facts:
- 1 million yen

## Akihiro Nishino to speak at WHATAWON in Kishiwada, Osaka, delivering a special lecture for people taking on challenges

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:23:21+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000797.000096544.html
- anchor: #n1766052
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社antiqua、WHATAWON

Facts:
- S seats (rows 1–3): ¥5,500
- A seats (rows 4–12): ¥4,000
- B seats (stair seating): ¥3,500

## Notice of donation to the “Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake Disaster Relief Fund”

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:23:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000077.000063131.html
- anchor: #n1766053
- Companies mentioned: Weekly＆Monthly株式会社、日本赤十字社

Facts:
- マンスリーマンションの問合わせメール１件につき50円を寄付
- Eligible period: Aug. 1, 2026–Aug. 31, 2026

## Aiming for “Kami 7”! Toto-ko, the eel world’s idol, enters Yurubirth 2026 for the 2nd consecutive year

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:23:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000547.000023530.html
- anchor: #n1766054
- Companies mentioned: Ｇ－ＦＡＣＴＯＲＹ株式会社、ゆるキャラグランプリ実行委員会

Facts:
- In her first appearance at the previous competition, Toto-ko placed 35th with about 9,000 points.
- The cutoff for 7th place in the previous competition was over 4万 points.
- About 1万8千 people attended last year’s final voting venue at Sumida Park in Tokyo.
- The previous competition received entries from 299 organizations
- Of those, 97 organizations competed in the final vote.
- 1 point is awarded for every ¥1,000 spent before tax.

## シンクイノベーション株式会社が8月19日（水）埼玉西武ライオンズ 対 オリックス・バファローズ戦(18:00試合開始)にて、「魔入りました！入間くん×シンクイノベーションデ−！」を開催。

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000683.000071079.html
- anchor: #n1766055
- Companies mentioned: シンクイノベーション株式会社、埼玉西武ライオンズ、オリックス・バファローズ、秋田書店

Facts:
- 販売時間は15：00～19：00までとなります
- A prize drawing where every ¥3,000 spent enters customers to win autographed goods from Ayumu Murase and Takaya Kuroda

## Triangle Ehime 2.0 kickoff event!

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:18:58+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000181716.html
- anchor: #n1766056
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ブライセン、BEMAC株式会社、西染工株式会社

Facts:
- About 150 people from the implementing companies and host companies combined
- More than 200 people gathered, including staff from the Ehime Prefectural Government and the secretariat.
- July 23, 2026
- We will work on implementation and demonstration projects through this fiscal year (until March 2027).

## Notice regarding a business alliance with 株式会社Zaif in the security sector

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:18:49+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000361.000097511.html
- anchor: #n1766057
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Zaif、株式会社ＪＮグループ、株式会社ＣＡＩＣＡテクノロジーズ、金融庁

Facts:
- A wealth of experience spanning more than 50 years
- Expected to take effect in fiscal 2027 as well

## Do projects completed by AI fail to deliver results? Survey on AI use among 450 marketers

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:15:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000064133.html
- anchor: #n1766058
- Companies mentioned: シンクパートナーズ株式会社、株式会社A1Growth

Facts:
- Among companies using AI, 80.7% report results that meet or exceed expectations
- The top tier, whose results “greatly exceed expectations,” accounts for 34.5%
- High-performing respondents cite an average of 2.5 reasons why they “cannot leave everything to AI”
- Those not seeing results cite an average of 0.9 reasons

## A small trip with your favorite creator on the veranda of a traditional house. Limited to 1 person, the 1-on-1 experience with a VTuber, “Oshi no Ma,” launches July 31!

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:15:42+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000109585.html
- anchor: #n1766059
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 G1 company、anywhere café OSAKA、LivePocket、晴れときどき猫団

Facts:
- Sale price: 30,000 yen (tax included)
- At the time of purchase, LivePocket's purchase fee of 1,500 yen and system usage fee of 165 yen will be charged separately.
- A 60-minute one-on-one conversation

## “Biri Gal” herself, Sayaka Kobayashi, to hold an online course over 5 consecutive nights, personally teaching middle and high school students and parents “how to make yourself want to study”

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:15:36+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000167816.html
- anchor: #n1766060
- Companies mentioned: AGAL株式会社、KADOKAWA、東京大学社会科学研究所、ベネッセ教育総合研究所、国立青少年教育振興機構、日本財団、文部科学省

Facts:
- Cumulative sales surpassed 1.25 million copies
- A blockbuster that drew more than 2 million moviegoers
- Approximately 50,000 copies sold cumulatively
- The number of elementary and junior high school students who refuse to attend school is 353,970
- General admission: 19,800 yen (21,780 yen including tax)
- Premium plan (limited to 20 people): 49,800 yen (54,780 yen including tax)

## アディダスのアーカイブからインスパイアされたスニーカー「BREAK START」とアパレル「3 STRIPES COLLECTION」、TVアニメ『アオのハコ』とタイアッププロモーションを開始

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:14:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001225.000004149.html
- anchor: #n1765925
- Companies mentioned: ゼビオホールディングス株式会社、ゼビオ株式会社、株式会社ヴィクトリア、アディダス、集英社、UNLIMITED PRODUCE by TMS、エレクトリックサーカス

Facts:
- Price including tax: 8,250 yen
- Price including tax: 8,800 yen
- Price including tax: 10,890 yen
- Price including tax: 9,790 yen
- Tax-included price: ¥9,900
- Purchase at least 5,000 yen (including tax) worth of eligible products

## [The 11th installment of the NFT manga project announced!!] A publishing support project launches for “Gravestones of Daily Life” (working title), a collection of 4-panel and short manga that turns everyday absurdities into humor, drawn by Crusher Housewife

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:13:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000359.000097511.html
- anchor: #n1765926
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カイカフィナンシャルホールディングス、株式会社実業之日本社、株式会社実業之日本デジタル、INO Fine

Facts:
- 11th installment
- It has already been 8 years since the activity began

## Osaka takoyaki shop 元祖どないや to sponsor 関西コレクション 2026 A/W for the 3rd time! Showcasing Osaka's appeal by serving takoyaki backstage and featuring ambassador Chiitan☆ on stage

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:11:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000034086.html
- anchor: #n1765927
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アドジックス、元祖どないや、京セラドーム大阪、関西コレクション

Facts:
- This marks the 3rd time
- August 13, 2026 (Thu)

## “Prosecco Month 2026” to be held, with the Prosecco DOC promotion marking its 10th anniversary and rolling out at 274 locations nationwide

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:11:33+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000137576.html
- anchor: #n1765928
- Companies mentioned: プロセッコDOC保護協会、イタリア大使館貿易促進部、阪急うめだ本店、東京スカイツリータウン®、株式会社ホリ・コーポレーション

Facts:
- 274 locations nationwide
- 25 brands
- 47 items
- 10th anniversary

## EXPO FUTURES AWARD 2026 announces new judges; Junko Koshino and Yuki Kutsuna join the panel [Application deadline extended to 8/15]

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:11:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000184280.html
- anchor: #n1765929
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人静けさの森共鳴機構、株式会社 E-DESIGN

## Popular ice cake “Jewel Cassata” becomes an ice cream bar you can enjoy with one hand! On sale July 31

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:10:10+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000167.000089127.html
- anchor: #n1765930
- Companies mentioned: メルティングポットハラペコラボ株式会社、ハラペコラボ

Facts:
- Price: 3,240 yen (tax included)
- Contents: 3 bars
- 発売日：2026年7月31日（金）正午12時販売開始

## From Sapporo to the world: a new experience that awakens culinary wonder. The long-awaited new frontier, “Rich Tsukemen,” inherits the essence of ヒルダケ’s signature “Rich Risotto Noodles” and is finally here!

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000166400.html
- anchor: #n1765941
- Companies mentioned: ヒルダケ、株式会社connect K、チカノ -カモシヤ-、カモシヤ（本店）、コウカシタ -カモシヤ-

Facts:
- Noodle portion: 120g / 240g / 360g

## New employees want “conversations that develop their individuality” more than “praise” from their supervisors

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000042.000062523.html
- anchor: #n1765940
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カケハシスカイ

Facts:
- A comparative survey with the previous year examined new employees’ feelings after training, their expectations and concerns about development after assignment, and the kind of engagement they seek from supervisors and senior colleagues. The results showed signs of a shift in the image of how young employees want to be developed.
- Calls for “support that makes use of individual traits and strengths” stood at 57% (48% the previous year),
- while the share who said “I want you to listen to my opinions as an equal” rose to 24% (16% the previous year).
- The share who said “I want to be entrusted with work” fell to 20% (24% the previous year).
- A combined 26% said they were “concerned” or “very concerned” about development after assignment, up from 22% the previous year.
- After the training, 92% of new employees said their “motivation to work had increased,” maintaining a high rate broadly in line with the previous year’s 94%.
- The share of new employees who said they “have expectations” for development after assignment was 74%, down 4 percentage points from 78% the previous year.

## 【長野県東御市】地域の魅力を“旅の物語”へ 自然・歴史・食・ワインを伝えるローカルガイドを育成

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000125.000138832.html
- anchor: #n1765939
- Companies mentioned: 東御市

Facts:
- An online introductory guidance session will be held on Monday, August 17, 2026.
- Duration: approximately 30 minutes
- Application deadline: August 13, 2026 (Thu.)
- Application period: Monday, August 17, 2026, through Wednesday, September 30
- Telephone: 0268-64-5895

## Healthcare startup “Oishii Kenko” reports on “Everyone's Healthy Project: Food Creators,” an experiential food education program for elementary school students—bringing changes to children's and families' eating habits through collaboration among 3 sectors: government, pharmaceuticals and the private sector

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000174.000043855.html
- anchor: #n1765938
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社おいしい健康、ノボ ノルディスク ファーマ株式会社、千葉市

Facts:
- All 15 participating children completed the program
- June 6–July 4, 2026 (3 sessions in total)

## [Reservations open 8/1] A confectionery shop proposes “a new way to celebrate Obon”—a beautiful “offering basket” to honor the departed

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000188.000145123.html
- anchor: #n1765937
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社太陽社、お菓子のたいよう

Facts:
- The base price for 1 offering basket is calculated as the value of the gift certificates + 3,500 yen (the offering stand fee, including handling charges).
- Return the “offering stand” used for the basket to the store and receive an additional 1,000 yen in gift certificates.
- Available for 7,000–8,500 yen, including the basket.

## Notice regarding the acquisition of shares in 株式会社クラステクノロジー (making it a subsidiary)

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000206.000010332.html
- anchor: #n1765936
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クラステクノロジー、株式会社ゼネテック

Facts:
- 売上高 160 億円
- 営業利益 14 億円
- Operating profit margin: 9%
- Over the 30 years since its founding

## 株式会社ログラス opens registration for the archived stream of “Loglass Management Planning Summit 2026”

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000219.000052025.html
- anchor: #n1765935
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ログラス、Rice Capital、アース製薬株式会社、キユーピー株式会社、パナソニック株式会社、株式会社タカラトミー、一橋大学、千葉商科大学、一般社団法人日本CFO協会、株式会社アシックス、慶應義塾大学、味の素株式会社、株式会社GENDA、株式会社SHIFT、KDDIスマートドローン株式会社、KDDIグループ、株式会社MIXI、LINEヤフー株式会社

Facts:
- 5,000 registrants
- July 2, 2026
- May 2019

## [Everyday life with 空調服🄬] CROSS FUNCTION releases “Comfort for Everyday,” offering a glimpse into the lifestyles of an artist and a stylist

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000306.000048997.html
- anchor: #n1765934
- Companies mentioned: クロスプラス株式会社、CROSS FUNCTION、セフト研究所、空調服

Facts:
- Published on Friday, July 31, 2026

## KOKUNEKO(コクネコ)’s “Kokuuma Langue de Chat” has been selected as a tea-time confection served in JAL domestic first-class cabins.

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000521.000007503.html
- anchor: #n1765933
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社九十九島グループ、KOKUNEKO(コクネコ)、日本航空 (JAL)

Facts:
- 9 pieces: ¥1,296 (tax included)
- 18 pieces: ¥2,592 (tax included)

## “Night COCORIS,” available for purchase only at night when the shop is closed. COCORIS, which has won the No. 1 ranking for 7 consecutive years at its 1 Tokyo Station store, is available for a limited time through its official online store!

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001718.000016051.html
- anchor: #n1765932
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社シュクレイ、COCORIS

Facts:
- No. 1 in the rankings for 7 consecutive years!
- 10-piece box: ¥2,700 / 16-piece box: ¥4,320

## Top RISE fighters converge around 3 major title matches! All bouts of “RISE WORLD SERIES 2026 TOKYO.2” will be streamed live exclusively on ABEMA PPV on Saturday, Sept. 19!

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003682.000064643.html
- anchor: #n1765931
- Companies mentioned: ABEMA、RISE、EBARA WAVE ARENA、ABEMA Live

Facts:
- General admission tickets: ¥3,500 (tax included)
- An additional fee of ¥400 (tax included) applies.
- “ABEMA Premium,” priced at 1,180 yen per month (tax included)
- “ABEMA Premium with Ads,” priced at 680 yen per month (tax included)
- A ¥700 cashback campaign

## Many masterful performances by renowned rakugo performers of the Showa era are brought back to life with previously unreleased recordings! “Showa Rakugo Masterpieces: Rare Recordings CD Collection” launches “STV Hall Master Performers” starting with issue No. 65!

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:09:25+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000170.000012185.html
- anchor: #n1765942
- Companies mentioned: アシェット・コレクションズ・ジャパン株式会社、STVラジオ、札幌テレビ放送

Facts:
- Special launch price for the first issue: ¥499 (10% tax included)
- Regular price for issues 2–25: ¥1,599 (10% tax included)
- Regular price from issue 26 onward: ¥1,799 (10% tax included)
- A total of 306 performances were held
- Bringing you many masterful performances by 6 masters
- 127 issues in total (planned)

## 大人気〈吉祥寺さとう〉〈金子半之助〉が登場！ 初出店の〈三坂屋本店〉〈鳥藤〉など、話題のグルメが集結『松坂屋上野店 最旬グルメ』

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:09:22+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002487.000005342.html
- anchor: #n1765943
- Companies mentioned: 吉祥寺さとう、金子半之助、三坂屋本店、鳥藤、亀十、東京ひよ子、東京カラメリゼ、龍儀、たこ焼き発祥の店 大阪玉出 会津屋、ベルジェ・レコルテ、銀座 鮨たじま、マミーズ・アン・スリール、ベルツ、世界の山ちゃん、ニュー木村屋、佐賀溝家、吉野鶏めし保存会、勘太屋、イマノフルーツファクトリー、アグリパークつがる塾

Facts:
- Original Maru Menchi Katsu (1 piece): ¥350
- Edomae Tendon Bento (1 serving): ¥1,650
- Tokyo Shamo Oyakodon (1 serving): ¥1,900
- Premium Nigiri Sushi (1 serving): ¥3,780

## Hakone Gora KAIKA to open in Hakone, Kanagawa, on July 31, 2026, offering a new Japanese-style retreat experience inspired by the spirit and aesthetic sensibilities of the tea ceremony

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:09:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000171761.html
- anchor: #n1765944
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファンドディべロップ、株式会社ファンドクラウドホールディングス

Facts:
- All 19 guest rooms at this inn are equipped with open-air hot spring baths
- An entire rental annex (1 room), where guests can spend time recharging in nature with their dogs, is scheduled to open in early 2027
- A new building with a distinctive atmosphere and open-air hot spring baths in every room is scheduled to open as the third phase in summer 2028 (8 rooms)
- Parking: 3 vehicles (from opening through around November)
- A parking lot with capacity for 50 vehicles is located a 10-minute drive from the facility
- About a 14-minute walk from Gora Station on the Hakone Tozan Railway
- Its melting point is low, at around 12 degrees

## [First report] Emergency assistance launched in response to the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake (in collaboration with a Taiwanese NGO) | 認定NPO法人テラ・ルネッサンス

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:08:49+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000244.000029166.html
- anchor: #n1765945
- Companies mentioned: 認定NPO法人テラ・ルネッサンス、基督教芥菜種會（MSM）

Facts:
- The Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake, which struck on July 28
- Starting today, July 31, we will deliver and distribute emergency relief supplies to those affected.
- The Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake, which struck on July 28 and registered a maximum seismic intensity of 7

## ブンデスリーガと日本サッカー協会が初の共同育成プロジェクト 『Bundesliga Dream Japan』を始動

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:08:13+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000163513.html
- anchor: #n1765946
- Companies mentioned: ブンデスリーガ、日本サッカー協会、ボルシア・ドルトムント、ボルシア・メンヒェングラートバッハ、ブンデスリーガ・メディア、DFL、アイントラハト・フランクフルト

Facts:
- Japan’s U-15 boys’ selection team will visit Germany in December 2026
- A training camp spanning about 2 weeks
- Since 1992, 58 Japanese players—the most of any major European league—have played in ブンデスリーガ
- In the 2025–26 season, 15 Japanese players—the most of any major European league—played in ブンデスリーガ
- 7 players from ブンデスリーガ were selected for Japan’s 2026 FIFA World Cup squad, more than from any other league in the world

## 売れるネット広告社グループ（9235）、株式会社koujitsu代表取締役CEO 柴田雄平氏と資本・業務提携！約５％の株式取得（第2位の大株主へ浮上・長期保有前提）と顧問就任により、 経営体制強化！

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:07:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000469.000073846.html
- anchor: #n1765947
- Companies mentioned: 売れるネット広告社グループ、株式会社koujitsu、KADOKAWA

Facts:
- Support for more than 1,600 companies to date

## Limited-edition trading cards from MEOVV TELECA now on sale!

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:06:10+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000278.000070961.html
- anchor: #n1765948
- Companies mentioned: MEOVV、THEBLACKLABEL、TELECA、株式会社Stone.B、mahocast

Facts:
- Planned retail price: ¥6,400
- Planned retail price: ¥19,800
- 送料：1,000円（1会計につき）

## [SAMANSA Rankings for the First Half of 2026] Announcing the TOP10 popular short films from around the world that moved audiences! Japanese films make strong gains, and an Academy Award-winning film also makes the list

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:05:28+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000161.000082116.html
- anchor: #n1765949
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SAMANSA、MIRRORLIAR FILMS

Facts:
- Japanese films account for 5 of the TOP10 (“Umareru,” “1/96,” “Strange,” “MIMI” and “still dark”)
- Offering carefully selected films from around the world for ¥490 per month
- Currently streaming more than 500 short films (as of October 2025)

## Kansai’s first flagship store, “SEGA STORE OSAKA,” to grand open in Shinsaibashi, Osaka, on Friday, October 2

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:03:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000007553.000005397.html
- anchor: #n1765950
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セガ、ガンバ大阪、カンテレ、テレビ大阪、吉本興業

Facts:
- Opening date: Friday, October 2, 2026
- Business hours: 10:00–20:00

## “pop'n music exhibition” coming to Tokyo and Kyoto!

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:03:16+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008735.000016756.html
- anchor: #n1765951
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アニメイトホールディングス、株式会社ムービック、Konami Arcade Games

Facts:
- Ticket valid during the specified period <September 21 (Mon., holiday)–October 4 (Sun.)>: 2,000 yen (tax included)
- Admission ticket with participation in the private event: 4,000 yen (tax included)
- Same-day ticket: 2,200 yen (tax included)

## [In-store demos and sales] Hypershell X Pro now on display and for sale at au Style SHINJUKU

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:02:59+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000056.000110489.html
- anchor: #n1765952
- Companies mentioned: Hypershell、au Style SHINJUKU、Fastlane Japan株式会社

Facts:
- Retail price: ¥179,800 (tax included)
- Maximum torque of 32 newton-meters
- Motor output of up to 800W
- Reduces physical strain by up to 30%
- Travel distance of up to 17.5km
- About 4 hours in Eco Mode
- Up to 65W fast charging
- Replaceable 5000mAh battery

## A trail leading to the summit of Mount Fuji, “Fuji-michi,” appears in Harajuku! “Climb Mount Fuji and be reborn”—the limited-time pop-up “Rebirth Tea House” offers a zero-altitude climb experience

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:02:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000059.000112205.html
- anchor: #n1765953
- Companies mentioned: アメアスポーツジャパン株式会社、Salomon（サロモン）、富士吉田市、北口本宮冨士浅間神社

Facts:
- From August 10, 2026, through August 16, 2026
- 11:00–20:00 daily
- Only on Monday, August 10, from 16:30 to 20:00

## Electric mobility vehicles provided for the 41st Saroma Lake 100km Ultramarathon

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:01:56+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000170225.html
- anchor: #n1765954
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ダイゾー、株式会社エルコム、北海道ガス株式会社、住友商事北海道株式会社

Facts:
- Saroma Lake 100km Ultramarathon
- 50km division
- 3,600 participants in the 100km division
- 600 participants in the 50km division
- Sunday, June 28, 2026

## [ゴダイゴ] 50th anniversary live “GODIEGO 50th Anniversary Live ~Journey of Gratitude~” to be broadcast exclusively on television for the first time on 歌謡ポップスチャンネル on Sunday, Aug. 9! A live report arrives ahead of the broadcast!

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:01:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000558.000084776.html
- anchor: #n1765955
- Companies mentioned: ゴダイゴ、歌謡ポップスチャンネル、LINE CUBE SHIBUYA、スカパー！、J:COM、ひかりTV

Facts:
- 50th anniversary of their debut
- From 7 p.m. on Sunday, August 9
- For 3 consecutive months starting in July

## The TV anime “I Want to Love You Until You Die” is airing to great acclaim from July 7! Synopsis, web preview and episode poster for Episode 5, “The Endless Night,” revealed!

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:01:24+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000159.000086721.html
- anchor: #n1765956
- Companies mentioned: 一迅社、インフィニット、ROLL2、EVOLROAR、AKIHABARAゲーマーズ本店

Facts:
- Price: BD ¥20,900 (tax included)
- Price: BD ¥14,300 (tax included)
- Blu-ray release confirmed in 3 volumes!
- At AKIHABARAゲーマーズ本店 on Saturday, Aug. 8
- Every other Friday, 13:00–

## “Project SEKAI COLORFUL STAGE! feat. Hatsune Miku” only shops, fairs and Gratte events to roll out from August 2026! The third global project spanning SEGA and Animate

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:00:56+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008715.000016756.html
- anchor: #n1765957
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アニメイトホールディングス、株式会社セガ、株式会社Colorful Palette、クリプトン・フューチャー・メディア株式会社

Facts:
- At more than 140 Animate stores in Japan and overseas
- For every ¥1,100 (tax included) spent
- Hot-stamped illustrated cards (26 types in total)

## Simply post in Japanese, and AI translates it into 9 languages and automatically shares it on multilingual social media. The explanatory website for Japanfit-Tourism, a free participatory tourism information platform for sharing with the world, has been completely revamped.

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:00:55+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000188260.html
- anchor: #n1765958
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社JFIT-Link、Japanfit-Tourism

Facts:
- AI translates into 9 languages

## For 4 consecutive years, national strategies including the “Basic Policy on Economic and Fiscal Management and Reform 2026,” “Japan Growth Strategy” and “Regional Future Strategy” have explicitly outlined the role and support policies for ローカル・ゼブラ企業.

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:00:44+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000081.000081881.html
- anchor: #n1765959
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Zebras and Company、ローカル・ゼブラ企業

Facts:
- Small and medium-sized enterprises with sales of 10 billion yen
- 売上高１～10億円の企業

## [Limited to 96] The 2nd MLB Official Autographed Bat Mystery Box goes on sale at MLB SHOP starting Tuesday, August 4!

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:00:43+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000228.000030862.html
- anchor: #n1765960
- Companies mentioned: Fanatics Inc.、ファナティクス・ジャパン合同会社、MLB、Fanatics Authentic

Facts:
- Limited to 96
- A total of 8 categories
- More than 200 people in total
- ¥95,000 (tax included)

## 〈ラ・プレリー〉 to hold “Secret of LA PRAIRIE,” a special event limited to its Tokyo stores

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:00:28+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000034.000156423.html
- anchor: #n1765961
- Companies mentioned: ラ・プレリー、ラ・プレリージャパン株式会社

Facts:
- With purchases of ¥33,000 or more, including tax
- 40 people per session

## 灯白社’s immersive experience event, “Ultraman Story Dive Exhibition,” opens at Yokohama Landmark Hall!

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:00:24+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000093.000074558.html
- anchor: #n1765962
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社灯白社、三菱地所株式会社、ぴあ株式会社、株式会社イマーシブ・ラボ、円谷プロ

Facts:
- 会期：2026年7月27日(月)～8月16日(日)
- Adults (junior high school students and older): 2,500 yen on the day
- Children (ages 4 to elementary school students): 1,500 yen on the day

## 「監督がいない」高校3人制バスケをABEMAが無料生中継。主催は馬瓜エブリン

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:00:21+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000027.000117908.html
- anchor: #n1765963
- Companies mentioned: Back Dooor株式会社、ABEMA

Facts:
- Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026
- 8 boys’ schools / 8 girls’ schools
- More than 600,000 YouTube channel subscribers

## bijoux Newcomer Audition 2026 supported by KeyHolder Group / サイバーエージェントグループ Grand Prix Announcement Event Report

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:00:18+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000176715.html
- anchor: #n1765965
- Companies mentioned: KeyHolder、サイバーエージェントグループ、bijoux、株式会社BABEL LABEL、株式会社UNITED PRODUCTIONS

Facts:
- 12 finalists
- 4 groups of 3 people each
- Acting workshops held over approximately 1 month
- For approximately 25 minutes

## 可憐なアイボリー, α＋, and すべての瞬間は君だった。 are joining the lineup!! ラパルフェ to serve as MC for the “Monoboke♡Idol GP”!! Advance ticket sales start now!!

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:00:18+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000115.000115665.html
- anchor: #n1765964
- Companies mentioned: 朝日放送グループホールディングス株式会社、朝日放送テレビ株式会社、東京カルチャーカルチャー、ワタナベエンターテインメント、VAZ、TWIN PLANET、HoneyWorks

Facts:
- 3,167 total applicants
- 1 billion total views of related videos
- 11-member idol group
- More than 200,000 subscribers
- 3,574 bits
- Approximately 4 million views
- Approximately 2.7 million total views

## Backing Kumamoto through cars. CheerDrive launches a support campaign for the “Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake”

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:00:17+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000176.000075261.html
- anchor: #n1765966
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社チアドライブ、CheerDrive、日本赤十字社

Facts:
- July 31, 2026 (Friday)–October 28, 2026 (Wednesday)
- August 21, 2026 (Friday)–November 18, 2026 (Wednesday)
- Kumamoto Prefecture specialties worth 10,000 yen

## The former “名古屋四季劇場” is being transformed into a theater presenting a diverse range of performing arts—from musicals and plays to concerts and traditional performing arts. Scheduled to open in July 2027.

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:00:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000913.000041063.html
- anchor: #n1765967
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社サンライズプロモーション、NTT都市開発株式会社、株式会社サンデーフォークプロモーション、劇団四季

Facts:
- Renovations will be carried out with an investment of approximately 500 million yen
- Seating capacity: approximately 1,200 (planned)
- Project period: 10 years from July 2027

## New items featuring characters from ディズニー, as depicted by 井田幸昌, go on sale at ZOZOVILLA starting August 19

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:00:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000569.000096287.html
- anchor: #n1765968
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ZOZO、ディズニー

Facts:
- Mickey Mouse -happy face- (silkscreen artwork): 550,000 yen (tax included)
- Mickey Mouse -happy face- / T-shirt Designed by Yukimasa Ida (available in 2 colors): 6,050 yen (tax included)
- Silkscreen artwork limited to 50 copies

## [真田佑馬 (7ORDER)] Notice Regarding the Signing of an Agent Agreement

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000038.000162727.html
- anchor: #n1765969
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社サンミュージックプロダクション、株式会社L＆L’s、7ORDER

## VTee’s first collaboration, “VTee × hololive Collection,” goes on sale August 13, 2026.

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000186511.html
- anchor: #n1766191
- Companies mentioned: VTee、ホロライブ、BNN WORKS株式会社、ホロライブプロダクション

Facts:
- ・VTee x Houshou Marine TEE ¥9,900-
- ・VTee x Inugami Korone "Sonic Costume" TEE ¥13,200-
- ・VTee x Houshou Marine PULLOVER HOODIE ¥28,600-

## Beloved RPG Ys I‧ II gets a star-studded cast for its drama CD adaptation!

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000188031.html
- anchor: #n1766190
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コネクトハーツ、日本ファルコム株式会社、株式会社ブレイブハーツ

Facts:
- Price: 3,500 yen plus tax
- Release date: November 25, 2026 (planned)

## 株式会社ミカド to launch its web-wide monitoring SaaS, SITE RADAR, on August 17, 2026 — Automatically monitors 4 areas at a low monthly price starting at 1,500 yen, turning security into business value with “dynamic site seals” —

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000083357.html
- anchor: #n1766189
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ミカド、SITE RADAR

Facts:
- 1,500 yen per month
- Service launches August 17, 2026
- 4 areas of web infrastructure security

## Earn 10 times the points when ordering online on extremely hot days. Yokohama Chinatown’s 江戸清 launches its August-only “Chinese Food at Home Campaign.”

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000172453.html
- anchor: #n1766188
- Companies mentioned: 江戸清、横濱アイス工房

Facts:
- 10 times points
- Yokohama’s maximum temperature reaches 35°C or higher
- Earn the usual 1% in points
- The rate increases to 10% on campaign days

## Notice of the termination of the Beyond Research service

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000113197.html
- anchor: #n1766187
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Beyond Research、Beyond Research

Facts:
- End date for new registrations
- Service end date and time

## Sales Trigger, an AI that automates the pre-sales prospecting process, to launch its full version in August 2026

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000162313.html
- anchor: #n1766186
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ValorizeAI

Facts:
- Company database with about 5 million records

## All kinds of expressions in a single sweatshirt. YURUGI’s new made-to-order collection started at 12:00 on July 31: “Yuru Yuru Time.”

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000164449.html
- anchor: #n1766185
- Companies mentioned: タナカライフスタイル株式会社、YURUGI

Facts:
- 4 styles go on sale
- 12 colors / 6 sizes
- Hoods and charms in 17 colors total
- More than 1.2 billion possible combinations
- Order period
- Delivery period

## LinkTrip selected for 沖縄県’s “Demonstration Experiment Support Project” — preparations for the demonstration are underway

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000154147.html
- anchor: #n1766184
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社LinkTrip、沖縄県、一般財団法人沖縄ITイノベーション戦略センター

Facts:
- Established: September 2024

## Synk and Bridge launch “Family enCounter,” a new service connecting family travelers with Japan’s finest food culture

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000169006.html
- anchor: #n1766183
- Companies mentioned: Synk株式会社、株式会社Bridge、すきやばし次郎、銀座久兵衛、金田中、新喜楽、福田屋、麤皮、哥利歐

Facts:
- Established in 2022

## The complete series of the 地球探索鉄道 花咲線 PR movie “地球ノンフィクション” is finally here! Episodes 3 and 4 are now available!

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000171870.html
- anchor: #n1766182
- Companies mentioned: 北海道根室市、JR北海道根室本線、京王プラザホテル、のん

Facts:
- A 135.4-kilometer railway line
- Approximately 2 and a half hours one way

## Japanese social media platform am（アム） launches “AI Talk,” a new feature where AI avatars converse by voice—Talk with people you admire and earn money simply by speaking, with no abusive content

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000172974.html
- anchor: #n1766181
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Tecrest、am（アム）

Facts:
- Register your voice with just a 10-second recording
- Purchases and sending of gifts (tips) are limited to users aged 18 and older.

## Notice of business partnership between domestic semiconductor manufacturer しるし株式会社 and ユニファイジャパン

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000110349.html
- anchor: #n1766180
- Companies mentioned: しるし株式会社、ユニファイジャパン、2V SYSTEMS、ユニファイプラットフォームAG

Facts:
- Partnership signed: July 7, 2026
- Launch date: Late August 2026
- Six types of crypto assets, including Bitcoin

## Daiko to hold a demonstration where visitors can experience the RFID-linked “No-Button Elevator”

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000169803.html
- anchor: #n1766179
- Companies mentioned: ダイコー株式会社、伯東株式会社、テンタック株式会社

Facts:
- Date: Monday, Aug. 24, 2026 to Friday, Aug. 28, 2026
- Date: Friday afternoon, Oct. 2, 2026
- Period: Tuesday, Sept. 8 to Friday, Sept. 11, 2026

## 『名もなき者の詩』 rolls out a major 1st-anniversary update! Swordsman Jubei joins the battle, anniversary event to be held, “Heroic Spirit Awakening” coming soon

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000165823.html
- anchor: #n1766178
- Companies mentioned: LIGHTCORE GAMES LIMITED

Facts:
- 『名もなき者の詩』 marks its 1st anniversary

## To promote data use in the construction industry, which supports social infrastructure, 100 explanatory articles on openBIM are now available to help readers study the topic systematically in Japanese

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000056155.html
- anchor: #n1766177
- Companies mentioned: ONESTRUCTION株式会社、buildingSMART International

Facts:
- A total of 100 explanatory articles on openBIM were released all at once
- July 31, 2026
- Behind the scenes of a project carried out over approximately 8 months

## [Joint survey by オフレコ and コアコネ] Is “sales activity” really not the goal? Survey data reveals the value truly sought from communities of business leaders

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000064133.html
- anchor: #n1766176
- Companies mentioned: オフレコ、コアコネ、シンクパートナーズ株式会社、株式会社ベネフィットグルメ

Facts:
- A survey was conducted with 2,307 business owners and executives
- “Introductions from acquaintances and friends” at 23.4%
- “Wanting to connect with business leaders I wouldn’t normally meet” at 19.9%
- “Operations support helps members connect even outside work (15.1%)”
- “Being able to keep making new connections (14.6%)”
- “Participants are disclosed, making it easy to choose (14.2%)”
- “Too busy to participate (25.4%)”
- “Fewer new connections, and the participants don’t change (17.9%)”
- “Can’t have in-depth conversations after just exchanging business cards (16.0%)”
- More than 1,400 participants to date

## メック rebrands and relaunches its initial residency information site for medical students as 「メクキャリ」! Adds a new AI search feature

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000074972.html
- anchor: #n1766175
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社メック、株式会社シーメック

Facts:
- Database of approximately 1,000 hospitals nationwide

## [Medicube] Collaborates with ZO&FRIENDS; launches a limited Booster Pro X2 [ZO&FRIENDS Edition] set at Qoo10 Mega Po, starting Aug. 1!

- Published: 2026-07-31T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000108700.html
- anchor: #n1766174
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社APR、medicube、LINE FRIENDS、IPX、G-DRAGON、ZO&FRIENDS、Qoo10

Facts:
- Price: ¥51,700
- Qoo10 Mega Po exclusive: ¥29,160