# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-03 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 4 of 8

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 590 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 138 items from 3 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## アクティオ begins rental of its original IC tag key management box “AKSKE（アクスケ）”

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000347.000057111.html
- anchor: #n1798577
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アクティオ、LINE

Facts:
- 鍵は１台につき６４個まで登録可能
- Up to ５ units can be linked
- Can manage up to ３２０ keys
- Begins on Monday, August 3, 2026

## アソビュー begins sales partnership with “Myrealtrip,” one of South Korea’s largest travel platforms

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000364.000015664.html
- anchor: #n1798576
- Companies mentioned: アソビュー株式会社、Myrealtrip、Myrealtrip Co., Ltd.、JNTO

Facts:
- South Korea ranked first among countries and regions of origin for visitors to Japan in 2025, with 9.45 million visitors
- China ranked second (9.09 million visitors)
- Taiwan ranked third (6.76 million visitors)
- More than 10 million cumulative members
- Approximately 5 million monthly active users (MAU)
- Starting with more than 100 plans selected from products across Japan

## dfplus io was adopted as the data integration platform for unisize at WASTE_NOT by BRING, which deals in secondhand luxury brands

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000364.000071307.html
- anchor: #n1798575
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フィードフォース、dfplus io、株式会社STAYGOLD、WASTE_NOT by BRING、unisize

Facts:
- ROAS exceeding 2,500% on Google P-MAX

## Plushie culture is gaining popularity: YASUMI LAB OSAKA reopens in Shinsaibashi after renovation, offering one-of-a-kind plushies made from original patterns

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000368.000008963.html
- anchor: #n1798574
- Companies mentioned: ピクスタ株式会社、株式会社YASUMI WORKS、YASUMI LAB OSAKA

Facts:
- Plushie strap-making experience: 3,900 yen (tax included)
- Options (clothing, facial parts, etc.): approximately 100–300 yen each. You can choose them on the day.
- <Duration> 1 hour to 1 hour and a half (enjoy the experience at your own pace)

## GOOD DESIGN STORE TOKYO by NOHARA, which sells Good Design Award-winning products, opens for the first time at そごう横浜店

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000368.000019866.html
- anchor: #n1798573
- Companies mentioned: 野原グループ株式会社、そごう横浜店、株式会社ドラフト、shimakoromo lab.(島衣ラボ）、株式会社イマオコーポレーション、瀬尾製作所株式会社、株式会社ブランディングコーヒー、株式会社飯田、日本デザイン振興会

Facts:
- 14 days
- Approximately 100 items
- August 11, 2026
- 1,650 yen (tax included)
- 1,980 yen (including tax)
- 4,950 yen (tax included)
- 20,900 yen (tax included)
- 5,720 yen (tax included)
- 4,180 yen (tax included)
- Approximately 2,000 items
- A 60-year history

## Alte Group launches its first new business format following a barber business M&A, repositioning GRAND as a men's salon brand

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000381.000049680.html
- anchor: #n1798572
- Companies mentioned: アルテジェネシス、ニューヨーク・ニューヨーク、GRAND、グランド理美容株式会社、アッシュ、スタイルデザイナー、C＆P、ダイヤモンドアイズ、東京美髪芸術学院

Facts:
- Operates approximately 380 hair salon locations
- The barber business acquired in December 2024
- Opening on August 1, 2026

## A lively spot where every day feels like a festival is coming to Nagasaki Station! ジャンカラ's Nagasaki Station Front location grand opens!

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000410.000017032.html
- anchor: #n1798571
- Companies mentioned: ジャンカラ、株式会社TOAI、UTAO、HELP！、PORT、湯快のゆ、Le NAPOLI、スマートボックス、ジャンオク、ENTERTAINMENT HUB KYOTO

Facts:
- Operates 210 stores nationwide
- Operates more than 200 locations nationwide
- More than 40 types of board games
- 3 days

## This season's Kagome Tomato Juice Premium is characterized by "a refreshing acidity that tastes great even in the scorching summer heat, and a fresh tomato aroma that evokes the fields"

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000432.000099065.html
- anchor: #n1798570
- Companies mentioned: カゴメ株式会社

Facts:
- On sale Tuesday, August 4, 2026

## Takara Belmont launches the "Salon Property Support Site," a real estate information platform for salons. It begins offering new support specializing in the beauty and barbering industry, from property searches to opening or relocating a business! (Published August 3, 2026)

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000453.000055758.html
- anchor: #n1798569
- Companies mentioned: タカラベルモント株式会社

Facts:
- Will be published on Monday, August 3, 2026
- Period: From August 3, 2026, through deals completed by March 31, 2027
- The standard fixture transfer planning fee of 250,000 yen (excluding tax)
- For equipment purchases totaling 1 million yen (excluding tax), the fee is 150,000 yen
- At 2 million yen (excluding tax), it is free
- Capital: 300 million yen
- Employees: 1,626 (as of March 31, 2026)

## Dentsu Soken launches DdataGallery, a new optional solution in the BusinessSPECTRE series, which connects data, systems and organizations to build an AI-ready enterprise data platform

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000476.000043138.html
- anchor: #n1798568
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社電通総研、SAP

Facts:
- From Monday, August 3, 2026
- An independent survey of 295 companies in Japan

## @cosme STORE makes its first foray into Tenjin, with the largest sales floor area in Kyushu! Set to open at ラシック福岡天神 next June

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000504.000005126.html
- anchor: #n1798567
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アイスタイル、株式会社アイスタイルリテール、@cosme、福岡三越、ラシック福岡天神

Facts:
- A sales floor area of approximately 158 tsubo, the largest among @cosme STORE locations in Kyushu
- Operates 38 locations in Japan and overseas (35 in Japan and 3 overseas)
- @cosme STORE ラシック福岡天神店 is scheduled to open on Wednesday, June 30, 2027, inside ラシック福岡天神 (6th floor of 福岡三越), a commercial facility in Tenjin, Chuo Ward, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture

## Book release: “What Does It Mean to Develop ‘Jidama’? 3: Practical Edition—The Framework of Dialectical Thinking and Assessment Methods,” on Monday, August 3

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000537.000082530.html
- anchor: #n1798566
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社日本能率協会マネジメントセンター、JMAM、ジェイマム、オーセンティックワークス株式会社、新星出版社、日本能率協会マネジメントセンター、英治出版、PHP研究所

Facts:
- Price: 4,070 yen (tax included)
- 388 pages

## Enjoy the cool of the evening at ムーミンバレーパーク and メッツァビレッジ! Moomintroll and the Snork Maiden appear in new summer outfits, and fireworks over the lake have been added to the “Metsa Nordic Fireworks” show!

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000540.000020740.html
- anchor: #n1798565
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ムーミン物語、ムーミンバレーパーク、メッツァビレッジ、NPO法人ディーセントワーク・ラボ

Facts:
- 通常より1時間早く9:00開園
- Approximately 15 minutes of fireworks
- 2,500 yen on the day
- 2,300 yen in advance
- ¥500 (tax included)

## Wooden animals that look almost alive: Sculptor Mio Hashimoto's collection, “Where the Creatures Live: Sculptures by Mio Hashimoto,” goes on sale August 3

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000580.000093966.html
- anchor: #n1798564
- Companies mentioned: 辰巳出版株式会社、Amazon、楽天ブックス

Facts:
- List price: 2,530 yen (2,300 yen before tax)
- Format: A4 variant (210×210mm) / 128 pages / full color
- The collection features sculptures of approximately 120 creatures, including whales, storks, squirrels, butterflies and even dragons.

## Kiramekino Mirai makes Kyoto-grown menma from young bamboo shoots harvested in abandoned bamboo forests; to be served at select キラメキノトリ locations starting in September

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000583.000019432.html
- anchor: #n1798563
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社吉野家ホールディングス、キラメキノ未来株式会社、キラメキノトリ、鶏吉

Facts:
- Production began in 2024 with approximately 700 kg of Kyoto-grown menma
- Approximately 1.2 tons in 2025
- Production of approximately 1.5 tons is planned for 2026, a record high
- Currently operates 27 locations in Kyoto, Osaka, Nara and Shiga prefectures, as well as Shanghai, China

## Popular Kansai chain キラメキノトリ launches 鶏吉, a new Kyoto chicken paitan ramen brand, opening in Settsu, Osaka Prefecture, on August 1

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000584.000019432.html
- anchor: #n1798562
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社吉野家ホールディングス、キラメキノ未来株式会社、キラメキノトリ、鶏吉

Facts:
- Signature item: Kyoto chicken paitan [soy sauce] ramen, regular size, 850 yen
- Kyoto chicken paitan [salt] ramen, regular size, 870 yen
- Kyoto chicken paitan [miso] ramen, regular size, 890 yen
- Fried rice: 500 yen
- Fried chicken, 3 pieces: 350 yen
- Pork kimchi: 400 yen
- Operates a total of 27 locations
- Seating capacity: 35

## Selected from 512 business leaders: VALX president Masayuki Tadaishi wins the EO HACK Award from business leader community EO Japan

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000657.000024045.html
- anchor: #n1798561
- Companies mentioned: VALX株式会社、EO（Entrepreneurs' Organization）、EO Japan

Facts:
- More than approximately 20,000 entrepreneurs and business leaders
- More than 80 countries worldwide
- 780,000 channel subscribers
- A total of 1.56 million followers across social media
- Capital: 90 million yen

## The visitor area at Mitsubishi Research Institute DCS headquarters, designed by Itoki, wins the Grand Prix at the 24th CS Design Awards

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000673.000032317.html
- anchor: #n1798560
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イトーキ、三菱総研ＤＣＳ株式会社、株式会社中川ケミカル

Facts:
- 24th CS Design Awards
- The 6th-floor “Soil GROUND”
- The 7th-floor “Forest MOUNTAIN”
- “Sky SKY” on the 8th floor
- Founded in 1890

## New Works Exhibition by Winners of the 25th (2023) Jun Miki Award: Jun Yoshie Photography Exhibition “Okinawa”

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000678.000016573.html
- anchor: #n1798559
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニコン、株式会社ニコンイメージングジャパン、蒼穹舎、Salvage press、ふげん社、赤々舎

Facts:
- New Works Exhibition by Winners of the 25th (2023) Jun Miki Award
- Opens Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2026
- Exhibition period: Wednesday, Sept. 2 to Monday, Sept. 14, 2026
- Opening hours: 10:30–18:30
- Until 15:00 on the final day
- Opened in Ginza 3-chome in January 1968 to mark Nikon’s 50th anniversary

## Original stickers to be given away at NIKON MEETUP experiential events across Japan

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000679.000016573.html
- anchor: #n1798558
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニコン、株式会社ニコンイメージングジャパン、NIKON

Facts:
- All 6 original sticker designs

## Goods from the TV anime “Jujutsu Kaisen” will be released by シンクイノベーション株式会社!

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000679.000071079.html
- anchor: #n1798557
- Companies mentioned: シンクイノベーション株式会社、集英社、呪術廻戦製作委員会

Facts:
- Reservations open: Monday, Aug. 3, 2026, from 13:00
- Scheduled shipping: late September 2026

## First adoption by a local government of “Re Green Grass UMI,” a marine biodegradable artificial turf

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000695.000009202.html
- anchor: #n1798556
- Companies mentioned: ミズノ株式会社、株式会社カネカ、奈良県田原本町

Facts:
- 22 people took part on the day

## [At Home Survey] Trends in asking rents for small offices (50 tsubo or less) — first half of 2026 (January–June)

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000750.000051123.html
- anchor: #n1798555
- Companies mentioned: アットホーム株式会社、アットホームラボ株式会社

Facts:
- Micro offices: ¥15,238 per tsubo (up 2.9% from the previous period)
- Small offices: ¥16,967 per tsubo (up 4.2% from the previous period)

## Private after-school program 小さな森の学童 launches “After-School Forest,” a service supporting the establishment of after-school programs for nurseries and kindergartens

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000783.000021621.html
- anchor: #n1798554
- Companies mentioned: 小さな森の学童、ゆびすいコンサルティング、ボーダレス・ジャパン

Facts:
- 287 registered users
- Capital: 10 million yen

## “AI Expo Summer 2026” conference announces its 2nd wave of speakers! Takahiro Anno, leader of チームみらい, to explain “DX Strategies in the AI Era.” Case studies on government AI at デジタル庁 and AI use in management, manufacturing and sales will also be presented

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000808.000053344.html
- anchor: #n1798553
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アイスマイリー、チームみらい、デジタル庁、アクセンチュア、GMOペアクセンチュア株式会社、amptalk株式会社、株式会社セールスフォース・ジャパン、株式会社メロン、株式会社SIGNATE、日本ディープラーニング協会、Generative AI Japan、生成AI活用普及協会、金融データ活用推進協会、ソフトウェア協会、リテールAI協会、生成ＡＩ協会、データサイエンティスト協会

Facts:
- More than 57,000 visitors to date
- Large-scale trial involving approximately 180,000 government employees
- Expected attendance: 10,000
- Exhibitors: 100 companies
- More than approximately 200 products
- More than 40 talks
- 3,000,000 monthly page views
- 500 or more listed products

## Buy ｉｎゼリー and you’re guaranteed to receive PayPay points!

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000864.000019896.html
- anchor: #n1798552
- Companies mentioned: 森永製菓株式会社、PayPay

Facts:
- A total of 20.26 million PayPay points
- 1口当たり最大200ポイント

## Get even more points and a chance to earn bonus points by entering through the app! Introducing campaigns starting in August!

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000894.000079052.html
- anchor: #n1798551
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コメリ、P&G、ライオン、レック、象印、ミズノ、ノーリツ、セントリー

Facts:
- At least ¥3,000 including tax on 1 receipt
- At least ¥1,500 including tax on 1 receipt
- At least ¥2,000 including tax on 1 receipt
- Up to 10,000 points
- 1,000 points
- 1,234 stores

## Valtec and シャープマーケティングジャパン partner to launch a handheld terminal with voice-calling capabilities to streamline store operations

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000902.000008585.html
- anchor: #n1798550
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社バルテック、シャープマーケティングジャパン株式会社、シャープ

Facts:
- Adopted by more than 33,000 companies

## “Classic Picture Book Cookie Tin Selection by Cake.jp” to be held for the first time at 酒々井プレミアム・アウトレット from Friday, Aug. 7!

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000925.000015685.html
- anchor: #n1798549
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Cake.jp、Cake.jp、酒々井プレミアム・アウトレット

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

## Afternoon tea featuring autumn flavors and coffee from Bacha Coffee, a brand captivating the world

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000957.000053012.html
- anchor: #n1798548
- Companies mentioned: Bacha Coffee、インターコンチネンタル 東京ベイ、ラ・プロヴァンス、ジリオン、マンハッタン

Facts:
- Period: Tuesday, Sept. 15 to Monday, Nov. 16, 2026
- The petit gâteau lineup features 5 varieties: “Autumn Jewel Gelée,” topped with jewel-like Shine Muscat grapes and seasonal grapes; “Amber Pear Tart,” with juicy pears caramelized in honey; “Velvet Tiramisu,” made with the floral-scented Sidamo Mountain coffee; “Pavillon Orange,” pairing sweet-and-sour apricot with rich pistachio; and “Rose de Marrakech,” a macaron inspired by roses blooming in Marrakech.
- Freshly baked scones in 2 varieties—apple cinnamon and chocolate orange—will be served with apricot jam, raspberry jam and clotted cream.
- ラウンジ2店舗では、モロッコの伝統料理から着想を得た「キッシュロレーヌ ハリラ仕立て」や「バジルのクスクス カプレーゼ風」など全6種類のメニューをメインダイニング「ラ・プロヴァンス」よりお届け。
- Choose from approximately 14 savory items served buffet-style (マンハッタン)

## Qoo10 Fashion「オシャレして映画館へGO！」キャンペーン 2026年9月25日（金）公開『藁にもすがる獣たち』映画鑑賞券を5組10名様に、映画オリジナルステッカーを5名様にプレゼント！

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000989.000022933.html
- anchor: #n1798547
- Companies mentioned: eBay Japan合同会社、Qoo10、東映、MAN WITH A MISSION、Sony Music Labels Inc.

Facts:
- Customers who spend at least ¥3,000 (including tax) on Qoo10 Fashion
- A賞の映画鑑賞券（ムビチケカード）は5組10名様に
- Prize B: “WARAKEMO stickers” for 5 winners
- Opens at cinemas nationwide on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026

## [Hiroshima Prefecture only] Collaboration products to launch in the “サンフレッチェ広島 Support Fair”! On sale from Tuesday, Aug. 4!

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001094.000155396.html
- anchor: #n1798546
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン、三島食品株式会社、サンフレッチェ広島

Facts:
- A total of 597 Seven-Eleven stores in Hiroshima Prefecture
- As of the end of July 2026
- Starts Tuesday, August 4

## Making PET bottle recycling even easier while away from home, by eliminating the need to remove labels: Coca-Cola vending machines to begin carrying label-free products

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001121.000001735.html
- anchor: #n1798545
- Companies mentioned: コカ・コーラシステム、全国清涼飲料連合会、い・ろ・は・す

Facts:
- Nationwide from October 2026
- Approximately 80% remove both the cap and label at home
- Approximately 30% do so outdoors
- 540 ml PET bottle
- ¥180

## Announcement: GiGO campaign marking the 100th anniversary of Winnie-the-Pooh’s original debut

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001169.000034930.html
- anchor: #n1798544
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社GENDA GiGO Entertainment、Disney

Facts:
- From Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026
- 3 winners will receive a complete set of “Milky Boa Stickers” (all 6 designs)
- Monday, Aug. 3, 2026
- Sunday, Sept. 6

## チームラボ to present “teamLab Sketch Aquarium: Connected to the World” at the Onagawa Town Community Exchange Center in Miyagi. The event runs from Saturday, Aug. 29, to Wednesday, Sept. 23 (national holiday).

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001195.000007339.html
- anchor: #n1798543
- Companies mentioned: チームラボ、東北電力株式会社

Facts:
- From Saturday, Aug. 29, to Wednesday, Sept. 23 (national holiday), 2026
- More than 15 million people worldwide have experienced it

## [New Book Release] “Freedom Overload: How to Navigate an Era When ‘Anything Is Possible’”

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001204.000008062.html
- anchor: #n1798542
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社博報堂、博報堂若者研究所、サンマーク出版

Facts:
- 四六判 208ページ
- Price: ¥1,500 (excluding tax)
- Release date: August 3, 2026

## シダックスの高齢者施設向け給食「元気ごはん with Oisix」直営施設向けサービス開始

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001217.000008895.html
- anchor: #n1798541
- Companies mentioned: オイシックス株式会社、株式会社シダックスフードサービス、シダックス

Facts:
- Labor costs cut by approximately 50%
- Meal participation rate improved by 5–10%
- 343 staff members at elderly care facilities nationwide
- About 62% responded that they mainly use fully prepared meals or use them for some menu items.
- “Taste and flavor”: about 73%
- “Reducing food and labor costs”: about 62%
- “Reducing the work involved in cooking and plating”: about 35%
- 95.1% of facilities that sampled the meals said they were “delicious.”
- Total labor hours required to operate the food service were reduced by about 30%.
- Staffing was also optimized, from 9 to 7 people.
- Labor costs were reduced by about 50%.
- Food ingredient costs and

## [AMERICAN HOLIC] Stay comfortable through the lingering summer heat with cooling fabric and UV protection. New late-summer colors arrive for the brand's signature “Cocoon Cut Pullover.”

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001218.000036659.html
- anchor: #n1798540
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ストライプインターナショナル、AMERICAN HOLIC、STRIPE CLUB、ZOZOTOWN

Facts:
- Price: ¥1,790

## More than 60% keep their windows open in summer. The blind spot in thinking “I'm safe because I'm on the 2nd floor.” Even when away for a long time, people rely on “locking up.” A survey reveals blind spots and challenges in security measures amid extreme summer heat [The reality of summer security risks].

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001227.000024101.html
- anchor: #n1798539
- Companies mentioned: パナソニック株式会社、楽天インサイト株式会社

Facts:
- The survey found that 65.8% of people leave their windows open, combining those who said “quite often (28.8%)” and “sometimes (37.0%).”
- Among people in their 60s in particular, the combined share of those who said “quite often” or “sometimes” reached 71.3%.
- Nearly half, or 45.5%, said they believe it is safe to leave windows on the 2nd floor or above open while they are at home.
- The survey found that 70.5% of people feel uneasy about their homes when they are away, combining those who said they feel “very uneasy (18.6%)” and “somewhat uneasy (51.9%).”
- “Locking all windows and doors (76.5%)” was by far the most common response.

## Yuma Anzai, the pro wrestling world's talked-about prince, to make his drama debut and star for the first time in “Nidaime! Ramen D: Ippei Date,” airing in December

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001261.000009198.html
- anchor: #n1798538
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ＣＳ日本、全日本プロレス、日テレプラス

Facts:
- Broadcast begins in December 2026

## Exchanges for V Points begin Aug. 3 on “Casual Game Town for Yahoo! JAPAN”

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001290.000000983.html
- anchor: #n1798537
- Companies mentioned: Vポイントマーケティング株式会社、DeNA、Yahoo! JAPAN

Facts:
- More than 100 casual games
- 30 medals for 1 V Point
- 150 medals for 5 V Points
- 300 medals for 10 V Points
- 3,000 medals = 100 V Points
- 30,000 medals = 1,000 V Points
- A V member base of about 130 million people

## Trade credit guarantee service “URIHO” marks its 10th anniversary

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001533.000003091.html
- anchor: #n1798536
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ラクーンフィナンシャル、URIHO、URIHOmini、BizCheck、株式会社ラクーンホールディングス

Facts:
- The number of companies using the service has now reached 3,198, an increase of about 11.4 times.
- The amount of guarantees issued has topped ¥60 billion, up from about ¥5 billion.
- 月額4,980円の定額制で1社あたり最大300万円まで保証します
- 取引先1社あたり333円～800円で利用でき
- Available through 53 financial institutions nationwide (as of August 2026)
- The monthly fee is ¥9,800.

## 魅力がここに！「やよい軒」全国の店長が選んだ、『うなぎまぶし定食』おすすめポイント！

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001576.000054093.html
- anchor: #n1798535
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プレナス、やよい軒、X、Instagram、LINE、Uber Eats

Facts:
- 「やよい軒」を、2026年6月末現在376店舗展開
- Enjoy it in a variety of ways: Unagi Mabushi Set Meal, ¥1,330
- Enjoy it in a variety of ways: Premium Unagi Mabushi Set Meal, ¥2,130
- A wide selection of Japanese side dishes: Unagi Gozen, ¥1,730
- ・発売日 2026.7.22(水)

## Comiket early release! Embroidered Megumin work shirts and Chomusuke polo shirts with a small embroidered motif from the anime “KonoSuba: God's Blessing on This Wonderful World!” and more! [株式会社コスパ]

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001610.000099047.html
- anchor: #n1798534
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コスパ、二次元コスパ、GEE!STORE

Facts:
- Megumin recreated with more than 100,000 stitches.
- Price: ¥16,500 (tax included)
- Price: ¥4,400 (tax included)
- Price: ¥3,960 (tax included)
- A wide range of officially licensed products. New products are released every week, including apparel such as T-shirts, goods such as “Tsumamare” accessories, and official costumes. The company now continues to bring more than 2,500 items to market each year.

## 【ふるなび限定】「ふるなびカタログ」にて新たに11自治体が掲載開始！

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001686.000007821.html
- anchor: #n1798533
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アイモバイル、ふるなび

Facts:
- ふるなびカタログ提携自治体数が“485自治体”となりました

## 【軽井沢マリオットホテル】“信州×発酵×秋の実り”が織りなす、軽井沢で味わう秋限定ディナーコース「Prime Shinshu -Autumn-」を発売

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001827.000006521.html
- anchor: #n1798532
- Companies mentioned: 軽井沢マリオットホテル、マリオットホテル、マリオット・インターナショナル

Facts:
- 料金： 1名様 22,000円
- 料金：1名様 48,224円～（2名様1室ご利用時)
- Main Wing Superior Room (32㎡)
- North Wing Premier Room with open-air hot spring bath (39㎡)

## “Jagarico Seriously Calpas Flavor Bits,” which looks and tastes just like Calpas

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001891.000030525.html
- anchor: #n1798531
- Companies mentioned: カルビー株式会社、ファミリーマート

Facts:
- 85 g
- ¥278

## “A Writing Guru's Guide to Writing Book Reports” offered free for a limited time

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001964.000002610.html
- anchor: #n1798530
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社小学館集英社プロダクション、ShoPro、名探偵コナンゼミ、マナビコ

Facts:
- 2026年8月3日（月）から8月31日（月）までの期間限定
- For lower grades / A4 size, 4 pages; for middle and upper grades / A4 size, 4 pages

## Part 2 of the planet-like ice cream keychain series is here! “Planet Jewel Ice Cream,” made with clear material that lets light pass through like a gemstone, will roll out at capsule toy vending machines nationwide from late August.

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002147.000022901.html
- anchor: #n1798529
- Companies mentioned: ベネリック株式会社、BENELIC CO.,LTD.

Facts:
- 1回300円(税込)
- Rolling out from late August 2026

## We are now offering application support for the “Business Equipment Investment Subsidy Program to Strengthen Earning Power: 2nd Application Round”! [Subsidy Now]

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002235.000080271.html
- anchor: #n1798528
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ナビット、兵庫県

Facts:
- The maximum subsidy is an impressive ¥5 million.
- ■ Minimum subsidy: ¥250,000
- For example, if a small or medium-sized business installs eligible equipment costing ¥10 million before tax
- And if a small-scale business installs equipment costing ¥6 million before tax
- It may receive a subsidy of up to ¥4 million at a subsidy rate of 2/3.

## About 70% of detached-home owners are dissatisfied with the cold and heat in their homes! Nearly 70% are interested in high-insulation, airtight homes, but awareness of ZEH remains at about 40%.

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003054.000044800.html
- anchor: #n1798527
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NEXER Group、株式会社イセキヤ工務店

Facts:
- 67.4% said they are dissatisfied with the “winter cold and summer heat” in their homes.
- 69.6% said they are interested in “high-insulation, airtight homes.”
- 75.0% said that lower utility bills from insulation “influence” their choice of home.

## 介護施設スタッフ、約70％が利用者の"食事への不満や食欲低下"を目にした経験あり。原因1位は「味付けが利用者の好みに合っていない」

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003057.000044800.html
- anchor: #n1798526
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NEXER、pocher（ポシェ）

Facts:
- 53.6% said the reason for dissatisfaction or reduced appetite was that “the seasoning does not suit the resident's preferences.”
- 82.5% of facilities said they incorporate a sense of the season and special-event meals
- 94.0% said users responded favorably to special-event meals
- 95.0% said that providing satisfying daily meals is important for improving QOL

## Great design clinches the purchase! About 45% of consumers said design improves their impression, and about half of them went on to make a purchase

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003062.000044800.html
- anchor: #n1798525
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NEXER、株式会社linkpath、株式会社NEXER Group

Facts:
- 45.2% said that design can improve their impression of a product
- 47.8% said a favorable impression of the design led them to decide to actually purchase or use the product
- 51.8% said the products they purchased because of the design were apparel and fashion items
- 25.6% said they had hesitated to buy something because its design looked old-fashioned or uncool
- 43.0% said the design that made them hesitate to use or purchase something was the product packaging
- 55.2% said it is meaningful for companies to invest in design

## [Rental Property Management] 82% said they want to entrust management to a company that also handles tax and tax-saving support. 77% also voiced a desire for an environment where they can consult tax accountants and other specialists

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003104.000044800.html
- anchor: #n1798524
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社日住サービス、株式会社NEXER Group

Facts:
- The findings show that respondents do not fully understand the tax procedures involved in rental income
- 44.0% said they handle everything themselves (or plan to do so)

## 【阪急うめだ本店】夏休みに親子で楽しむ「タミヤホビーワールド2026 in 大阪」開催！新作の展示や会場限定商品も登場

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003188.000014431.html
- anchor: #n1798523
- Companies mentioned: 阪急うめだ本店、タミヤ

Facts:
- Dates: Aug. 12 (Wed.)–18 (Tue.)
- 参加費：①1,320円 または②1,540円
- Participation fee: 880 yen
- Fukuiraptor, a dinosaur from about 120 million years ago

## [阪急うめだ本店] A collection of gifts for visits home during Obon and thoughtful summer gifts! Featuring gifts made in Kansai and a customization service to create something heartfelt: Summer The GIFT by GREEN AGE

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003212.000014431.html
- anchor: #n1798522
- Companies mentioned: 阪急うめだ本店、ReD、CW-X、steteco.com、MINUS DEGREE、LOVECHROME、ニールズヤード レメディーズ、アスレティア、マンシングウェア、セントアンドリュース、NISHIGUCHI KUTSUSHITA、HARUSAKU、CHICSTOCKS、Hydro Frask、DAIWA、ラコステ、H TOKYO、EIJI、フジタカ、セイムオー、NEUTRALWORKS

Facts:
- ReD Vital Tech Sleep Pajamas: 14,300 yen (top: 7,700 yen; pants: 6,600 yen)
- CW-X &RECOVERY Shirt: 17,050 yen
- steteco.com Steteco: 4,510 yen
- MINUS DEGREE Sports Towel: 3,960 yen each
- LOVECHROME Summer Kit: 7,590 yen
- 8th-floor Cosme Kitchen: ニールズヤード レメディーズ Body Mist: 3,630 yen
- アスレティア UV Body Mist: 4,400 yen
- アスレティア Pillow Mist SLEEP: 3,850 yen

## Become a company chosen by generative AI! GMO NIKKO launches Japan’s first comprehensive AIO countermeasure tool with implementation recommendation functionality

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005459.000000136.html
- anchor: #n1798521
- Companies mentioned: GMOインターネットグループ、GMO NIKKO株式会社、ChatGPT、Gemini、Claude、Google AI要約、AI Mode、GMOインターネット株式会社

Facts:
- For the first 10 companies, for 1 month
- Monthly fee: 100,000 yen
- Contract term: 12 months or longer

## Created by the former owner-chef of シェ松尾, who overcame a serious illness! A recipe book for seniors featuring delicious, nutritious meals in small portions

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000019782.000007006.html
- anchor: #n1798520
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KADOKAWA、シェ松尾、日本抗加齢食普及協会、NPO日本抗加齢食普及協会

Facts:
- List price: 1,980 yen (1,800 yen before tax)
- Page count: 160 pages
- More than 720,000 registered users (as of July 2026)

## The latest comic essay by Naoko Takagi! What Kind of Fish Are We Having Tonight? goes on sale Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2026

- Published: 2026-08-03T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000019837.000007006.html
- anchor: #n1798519
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KADOKAWA、文藝春秋

Facts:
- List price: 1,595 yen (1,450 yen before tax)
- Page count: 160 pages

## モンクレール 金沢店 opens on Saturday, Aug. 1

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:57:59+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000162335.html
- anchor: #n1798482
- Companies mentioned: モンクレール、モンクレール ジャパン、モンクレール 金沢店、MONCLER KANAZAWA

Facts:
- Sales floor area: 230 square meters
- Aug. 1, 2026

## Bring your clinical practice to the community. A 5-month program for PTs and OTs launches

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:55:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000057258.html
- anchor: #n1798483
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人りぷらす、NHK、Forbes JAPAN、日経新聞、花王、みやぎ生協、リクルートマネジメントスクール、O-nest、合同会社MARUDOT、株式会社REHANOWA

Facts:
- 16 sessions in total
- Participation fee: 99,000 yen
- Capacity: 10–15 participants
- Minimum number of participants: 6

## 『名探偵プリキュア！』のストーリーを読んで塗って遊べる『めいたんていプリキュア！ おはなしドレスぬりええほん』発売

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:52:40+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008755.000001719.html
- anchor: #n1798484
- Companies mentioned: 講談社こども事業部、Amazon

Facts:
- Goes on sale on Aug. 5, 2026
- Price: 1,200 yen (tax included)

## Open factory event Setouchi Factory View 2026 to be held in November; all 48 participating companies confirmed — Hiroshima and Okayama, Nov. 4–22, 2026

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:45:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000171784.html
- anchor: #n1798485
- Companies mentioned: 瀬戸内ファクトリービュー実行委員会、株式会社かこ川商店、株式会社三木工作、経済産業省、広島県、福山市、府中市

Facts:
- A total of 48 companies are taking part
- 28.6% of participating companies are long-established businesses founded more than 100 years ago
- The combined number of visitors to the 2 areas reached about 4,600

## チェック・ポイント announces AI Network Firewall, bringing innovation to the firewall market and eliminating AI blind spots on networks in any environment

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:45:17+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000538.000021207.html
- anchor: #n1798486
- Companies mentioned: チェック・ポイント・ソフトウェア・テクノロジーズ、Check Point Research、IDC、World Wide Technology（WWT）、Illumio、AWS

Facts:
- 87–93% of organizations experience at least 1 high-risk interaction with generative AI each month
- 機密性の高い企業データや個人情報、規制対象データを含むプロンプトの割合は、この1年間で25件に1件まで倍増

## [城西国際大学] Creating opportunities for community engagement through art in welfare settings: Special exhibition to be held in November

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:44:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000047.000157464.html
- anchor: #n1798340
- Companies mentioned: 城西国際大学、生活クラブ風の村 スペースぴあ茂原、厚生労働省

Facts:
- From Nov. 2 to 8
- There are 9 projects this fiscal year
- FY2026
- 11 day-service users practice Art Brut
- 1 third-year student from the Department of Social Welfare and 1 first-year student from the Department of Nursing

## ME-Q releases an automated quote service for original stickers. Check prices, unit prices, and quotations anytime, 24 hours a day

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:42:04+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000391.000072705.html
- anchor: #n1798341
- Companies mentioned: ME-Q、株式会社MAW

Facts:
- The automated quote service is for corporate and bulk orders of 100 to 2,999 stickers.
- For orders of 3,000 or more, please contact us individually.
- For orders of 1 to 99 stickers, you can use the ordering page for original stickers in small quantities.

## 【本日19時配信】2026年度不動産鑑定士論文式試験を最速分析！3日間お疲れさまでした！！

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:41:46+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002637.000021078.html
- anchor: #n1798342
- Companies mentioned: TAC株式会社

Facts:
- 8月3日（月）19時
- 8月4日（火）17時ごろ

## Japan’s representatives for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics will be the first to be decided across all sports! Official cheering goods from 日本サーフィン連盟 go on sale for the first time to support Naminori Japan as they take on the Asian Games

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000174006.html
- anchor: #n1798344
- Companies mentioned: 日本サーフィン連盟、NAMITO－海と。

Facts:
- 2028 Los Angeles Olympics
- 20th Asian Games
- 4 athletes are scheduled to compete as representatives of Japan
- 10 pairs, or 20 people, selected by lottery
- 9月25日～9月28日(予備日：9月29日) サーフィン競技日

## Details announced for バファローズ☆ポンタDAY 2026 Game 3 — New charm mascot featuring the Bs Natsu no Jin 2026 design goes on sale

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000902.000004376.html
- anchor: #n1798343
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ロイヤリティマーケティング、オリックス・バファローズ、北海道日本ハムファイターズ、京セラドーム大阪

Facts:
- 1,500円（税込）でくじを1回引くことができる企画

## 【NHKカルチャー】Get a behind-the-scenes look at the creative secrets of 『薬屋のひとりごと』! 日向夏先生 shares the story behind 猫猫’s creation. Online registration now open!

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:33:17+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000738.000071793.html
- anchor: #n1798345
- Companies mentioned: NHKカルチャー、NHK文化センター青山教室、日向夏、うりりん、猫猫、薬屋のひとりごと

Facts:
- The series has surpassed 4,500万 copies in cumulative sales
- Online: Members and general public (no membership required), 4,400 yen (tax included)

## Setouchi Industrial Arts Festival 2026: Official tours by リョービツアーズ now on sale

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:30:27+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000186934.html
- anchor: #n1798346
- Companies mentioned: 一般財団法人日本産業芸術財団、リョービツアーズ、株式会社パワーエックス

Facts:
- 2026年10月3日（土）から10月31日（土）に開催
- Scheduled for release on August 20, 2026

## Rakuten and J-Frontier begin collaboration to promote the adoption of online medical consultations and medication guidance

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:30:26+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000535.000021228.html
- anchor: #n1798347
- Companies mentioned: 楽天グループ株式会社、ジェイフロンティア株式会社、楽天ヘルスケア ヨヤクスリ、SOKUYAKU、楽天ペイ

Facts:
- Receive 100 Rakuten Points
- Monday, August 3, 2026, 10:00
- Monday, November 2, 2026, 9:59

## TV anime 『涼宮ハルヒの憂鬱』 20th anniversary: Goods lineup revealed for the “SOS Exhibition: The Exhibition of 涼宮ハルヒ, Who Greatly Excited the World”!

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:30:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000034.000136573.html
- anchor: #n1798348
- Companies mentioned: 共同印刷株式会社、株式会社fave、株式会社CRAZY BUMP

Facts:
- Starting Monday, August 10, 2026
- Sunday, August 30
- Timed-entry ticket: 2,500 yen (tax included)
- Weekday admission ticket: 2,500 yen (tax included)
- Limited-edition goods redemption ticket: 2,000 yen (tax included)

## A splash fountain deck where even young children can safely enjoy playing in the water opens in 小田原市!

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000141312.html
- anchor: #n1798248
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社中村製作所、小田原市

Facts:
- Reopened after renovations on July 4, 2026
- 510 Koyama, Matsudo, Chiba 271-0093

## Preferred Networks and Matsuo Institute to speak at AI talent recruitment event hosted by LAPRAS and Reviv

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000183023.html
- anchor: #n1798247
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Reviv、LAPRAS株式会社、株式会社Preferred Networks、株式会社松尾研究所

Facts:
- The event will be held in Tokyo on Wednesday, August 5, 2026

## Trademark registration completed for Smart Guard, an email misdelivery prevention solution to prevent personal information leaks

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000153420.html
- anchor: #n1798246
- Companies mentioned: アドバンスド・ソリューション株式会社、Microsoft、Smart Guard

Facts:
- A total of 189 personal information leaks and loss incidents occurred in listed company groups
- 41 incidents also involved “incorrect display or misdelivery”
- 21.6% of the total
- Received the Microsoft MVP award 15 times

## VARYTEX, which digitizes Kampo medicine, acquires the business of Watashi Kampo, an online Kampo consultation service with 160,000 LINE friends

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000026.000077291.html
- anchor: #n1798245
- Companies mentioned: VARYTEX株式会社、アイセイ薬局グループ、株式会社AXIS、LINE

Facts:
- The official LINE account has more than 160,000 friends
- Capital: 63,024,800 yen

## “共育(トモイク)プロジェクト” releases preliminary findings from a survey on young people’s views on balancing work and childcare

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000029.000061523.html
- anchor: #n1798244
- Companies mentioned: 厚生労働省、共育(トモイク)プロジェクト

Facts:
- About 70% of young people gave a positive response about shared parenting
- About 60% of young people said, “I want my spouse or partner and me to take equally active roles in raising children”
- About 70% of young people said, “I am conscious of balancing work (career) and personal life”
- About 40% want spouses or partners to share household chores and childcare equally, at “5:5”
- About 20% of households have actually achieved a “5:5” split
- Among those who feel “my workplace makes it easy to balance work and raising children,” the share who said “I want to continue working at my current workplace” was 44.9 percentage points higher than among those who did not feel that way
- Among young people who want to actively work toward balancing work and childcare, the share who want to advance their careers if an environment that allows them to balance the two is available was 21.9 percentage points higher than among young people overall
- Number of respondents: 15,845

## 吉本興業×三幸製菓 初のコラボレーション商品「三幸の柿の種 よしもとカレー風味」を期間限定発売

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000081.000049944.html
- anchor: #n1798243
- Companies mentioned: 吉本興業、三幸製菓、DOWNTOWN+、イオンスタイル幕張新都心

Facts:
- 93g Sanko Kaki no Tane, Yoshimoto Curry Flavor
- 30g Sanko Kaki no Tane, Yoshimoto Curry Flavor
- Suggested price: 270 yen before tax
- Suggested price: 148 yen before tax
- 5 winners will be selected by lottery to receive an autograph handwritten by Downtown
- 500 winners will be selected by lottery to receive a 1-month free DOWNTOWN+ coupon
- Original clear file (first 200 people)
- 1st prize: 500-yen AEON gift certificate

## 【BANILA CO】Beauty creator Taketaro named the brand’s first official ambassador in Japan. Bringing a new K-Beauty experience to customers in Japan together with beauty creators.

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000188.000016416.html
- anchor: #n1798242
- Companies mentioned: BANILA CO、モノック株式会社、WOWs、Qoo10、楽天市場、Amazon

Facts:
- More than 1.5 million followers in total

## J-Frontier and Rakuten begin collaboration to promote the adoption of online medical consultations and medication guidance

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000327.000005491.html
- anchor: #n1798241
- Companies mentioned: ジェイフロンティア株式会社、楽天グループ株式会社、SOKUYAKU、楽天ヘルスケア ヨヤクスリ、楽天ペイ

Facts:
- Receive 100 Rakuten Points
- Monday, August 3, 2026, 10:00
- Monday, November 2, 2026, 9:59

## The Czech Republic, an “ultimate multi-job team” that inspired fans at the WBC. Crowdfunding launched to create an official replica of the “Czech” katakana uniform, expressing the team’s love and gratitude for Japan!

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000355.000088331.html
- anchor: #n1798240
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社モバオク、チェコ野球協会

Facts:
- Target amount: 500,000 yen
- August 3–August 31, 2026

## The oldest-aged expression in the lineup: 30 years. “Beyond luxury,” a flavor that captures the essence of グレンモーレンジィ. グレンモーレンジィ 30-year-old, available in limited quantities starting Wednesday, August 19, 2026

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000913.000006986.html
- anchor: #n1798239
- Companies mentioned: モエ ヘネシー ジャパン株式会社、グレンモーレンジィ、ビル・ラムズデン博士、アードベッグ、テイン

Facts:
- A span of 30 years
- Aged for more than 15 years in rare red wine casks from Burgundy
- Volume: 700 ml
- Alcohol content: 43 degrees
- Suggested retail price: 141,000 yen (before tax)
- Established in 1843
- Pursuing imagination and innovation in whisky-making for more than 180 years

## 三井住友カード launches the “Revolving and Installment Payment Support! 10 million yen prize pool campaign”

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000957.000032321.html
- anchor: #n1798238
- Companies mentioned: 三井住友カード株式会社、三井住友カード

Facts:
- 10 million yen in total prizes
- 50,000 yen (tax included)
- 10,000 yen

## 【Okazaki, Aichi Prefecture】We’ve prepared an extra treat for the end of the Obon holiday. Book a glamping stay and choose from perks including snacks, cooking rice in a mess tin, or alcohol.

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001095.000045400.html
- anchor: #n1798237
- Companies mentioned: ウッドデザインパーク岡崎、ウッドデザインパーク株式会社

Facts:
- 2026年8月8日（土）〜16日（日）のお盆期間

## SeaHorses Mikawa to introduce a new home-court MC lineup starting in the 2026-27 season! In addition to longtime club supporter Takuitiro Kobayashi, Daisuke Nakagawa and Daisuke Nakamoto have been appointed

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001213.000097825.html
- anchor: #n1798236
- Companies mentioned: シーホース三河株式会社、キャッチネットワーク

Facts:
- 2026-27 season
- Entering its 19th season

## 【Submissions open for the 3rd Eiko Kadono New Children's Story Award】Entries may include illustrations or consist of text alone. Taro Yabe named special judge.

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001273.000031579.html
- anchor: #n1798235
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ポプラ社、新潮社、TBS、NHK、たろう社、物語投稿サイト TALES

Facts:
- Prize money of 500,000 yen
- A major hit with 1.35 million copies sold across the series
- 4000 characters
- Up to 8000 characters
- 80 pages or fewer

## Sale now on, with downloadable games up to 84% off! 『みんなのGOLF WORLD』 makes its sale debut!

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002272.000051316.html
- anchor: #n1798234
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社バンダイナムコエンターテインメント、Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc.、Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.、任天堂

Facts:
- Up to 84% off
- Sale price: 6,853 yen (tax included)
- Sale price: 3,267 yen (tax included)
- Sale price: 8,800 yen (tax included)
- Sale price: ¥4,867 (tax included)
- Sale price: ¥2,992 (tax included)
- Sale price: ¥4,400 (tax included)
- Sale price: ¥792 (tax included)
- Sale price: ¥528 (tax included)
- Sale price: ¥4,980 (tax included)
- Sale price: ¥5,821 (tax included)
- Sale price: ¥4,851 (tax included)
- Sale price: ¥5,197 (tax included)
- Sale price: ¥4,990 (tax included)

## New characters produced by Kentaro Yabuki for “Charamix,” voiced by Rina Endo and Naomi Peyton, revealed; industry-academia collaboration event with 高千穂大学 featuring the 2 performers also confirmed

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:29:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000179521.html
- anchor: #n1798249
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社リモア、高千穂大学、株式会社オブジェクト

Facts:
- All seats reserved: ¥5,000 (tax included)
- Industry-academia collaboration event featuring 6 voice actors

## Japan Foundation Test for Basic Japanese (JFT-Basic) can also be used for “Employment for Skill Development” and “Study Abroad*”

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:25:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000061.000079420.html
- anchor: #n1798250
- Companies mentioned: 独立行政法人国際交流基金、プロメトリック社

Facts:
- 過去最高となる約 21.7 万人が受験
- 累計受験者数も約 59 万人に達し
- Test fee: ¥10,000 for tests taken in Japan

## Passed Eiken® Grade Pre-2 at age 5 and reached level 10 in mental arithmetic at age 9! How far can developing a child’s “memory” in early childhood take them? The remarkable results and lesson methods of EQWELチャイルドアカデミー

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:22:41+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000184203.html
- anchor: #n1798251
- Companies mentioned: EQWEL、EQWELチャイルドアカデミー、株式会社EQWEL

## [Comedians and music artists also performing] “BON BON BON 2026 Bon Festival Bonpa,” one of the largest summer festivals in Yaizu City, Shizuoka Prefecture, to be held on Aug. 22 and 23, 2026!

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:22:37+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000199.000101362.html
- anchor: #n1798252
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社nonii、アソビュー！、イープラス、K-MIX

Facts:
- 2026年8月22日（土）・23日（日）
- Target attendance of 13,000 people over 2 days
- Approximately 40 shops
- Early-bird discount: ¥1,500
- Advance ticket: ¥2,000
- 2-day pass: ¥3,500
- 2,500 yen on the day
- Yaizu City resident ticket: ¥1,500 advance
- Student ticket: ¥800 advance

## 宝塚OG侑蘭粋、元私立恵比寿中学星名美怜、吟天・自然栽培山田錦の田植え体験

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:22:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000108725.html
- anchor: #n1798253
- Companies mentioned: 小田切商事株式会社、吟天、私立恵比寿中学

Facts:
- Held 4 times, every weekend in June
- 吟天では自然栽培を5年前から開始し
- 4 years ago, we began growing Hyogo Prefecture Yamada Nishiki without pesticides, herbicides or chemical fertilizers
- We have also been cultivating Aiyama naturally for 3 years
- 自然栽培山田錦から造った吟天も３種類となり
- We have made 3 types of sake and 2 types of craft sake
- Now in its 4th year, the hands-on-type-type experience of planting and harvesting naturally grown Yamada Nishiki and making sake

## 日立社会情報サービス acquires the corporate pension system-related business of キヤノンITソリューションズ株式会社

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:20:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000250.000005268.html
- anchor: #n1798254
- Companies mentioned: 日立社会情報サービス、キヤノンITソリューションズ

## Concludes an agreement with 三原市 on promoting corporate hometown tax donations

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000186.000166651.html
- anchor: #n1798255
- Companies mentioned: 三原市、中国銀行、株式会社ちゅうぎんフィナンシャルグループ

Facts:
- Monday, August 3, 2026
- The corporate hometown tax donation system, established in fiscal ２０１６

## 鎌倉市 and En independently recruit public elementary and junior high school teachers from across Japan, offering the same employment conditions as prefectural hires

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:19:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001252.000000725.html
- anchor: #n1798256
- Companies mentioned: エン株式会社、鎌倉市

Facts:
- 16 elementary schools in the city
- 10 junior high schools
- The term of appointment is expected to be 3 years
- Renewable for up to 5 years
- From Monday, August 3, 2026
- Sunday, August 30

## [4 great-value days!] “半額” sale for 4 days only at 目利きの銀次 京成立石駅前店 in Katsushika City, Tokyo!

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:16:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000831.000001046.html
- anchor: #n1798257
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社モンテローザ、目利きの銀次 京成立石駅前店、白木屋、魚民、目利きの銀次

Facts:
- 4 days only
- 2 days
- 114 seats

## From Osaka City to the J.League—The 62nd Kansai Tournament of the All-Japan Senior Football Championship kicks off, with Osaka City SC taking on the challenge under a new team structure

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:14:13+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000224.000152859.html
- anchor: #n1798126
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社OsakaCitySC、Osaka City SC、Route11

Facts:
- The 62nd Kansai Tournament of the All-Japan Senior Football Championship
- Kicks off on Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026
- Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026
- Kickoff at 13:30
- Sunday, Aug. 16, 2026
- Kickoff at 10:30

## “JD Soft” is now available exclusively at ヤマサ蒲鉾大手前店.

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:12:43+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000085.000110726.html
- anchor: #n1798127
- Companies mentioned: ヤマサ蒲鉾株式会社、ヤマサ蒲鉾大手前店

Facts:
- ¥500 (tax included)

## Hakuhodo DY ONE’s ONE-AIO Lab and スパイスボックス begin strategic collaboration on AI-friendly YouTube video production and marketing support

- Published: 2026-08-03T12:11:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000178.000140732.html
- anchor: #n1798128
- Companies mentioned: Hakuhodo DY ONE、スパイスボックス、博報堂ＤＹグループ、HCAI Professionals、ONE-AIO Lab

Facts:
- Number of employees: 3,290 (as of April 1, 2026)
- Founded: April 1, 2024
- Established: Dec. 15, 2003