# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-03 15:00–18:00 JST｜Page 1 of 6

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 353 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 155 items from 4 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## レース後は採れたてサラダで乾杯！「八ヶ岳農業大学校マラソン」初開催（8/29土）。大自然で日本一おいしいゴールを！

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:43:13+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000161075.html
- anchor: #n1800918
- Companies mentioned: 八ヶ岳農業大学校、公益財団法人農村更生協会

Facts:
- The 3 km course lets you feel the refreshing breeze
- About 8°C cooler than Tokyo
- A high of 22.7°C recorded this year
- “Extreme temperature swings” created by the 1,300 m elevation
- Total area: 267 hectares
- 57 times the grounds of Tokyo Dome
- A vast 10 ha flower field
- 100 spaces in the direct-sales area
- 600 spaces in the flower field area
- Ages 4 to preschool: 3,000 yen
- Elementary school students and older: 5,000 yen

## Cheering on Kumamoto! Tohoku disaster recovery products win the grand prize at a world competition! [Treasures of Japan World Championships 2026: Results Announced]

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:42:55+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000095864.html
- anchor: #n1800919
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社にっぽんの宝物、1-GROUP、海苔レストランSEASAW／FISHERMAN’S KITCHEN、三男米、奈良食品株式会社、株式会社出由本店、楽入陶房壺中庵

Facts:
- 5 groups and 6 companies that achieved outstanding results at the 2025 national competition competed for the grand prize.
- About 48,000 people visit over 4 days

## Online information session for health screening center operators and labor and social security attorneys: Recruiting partners to introduce stress check services and partners for outsourced advisory services

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:42:22+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000198.000016738.html
- anchor: #n1800920
- Companies mentioned: 情報基盤開発、株式会社情報基盤開発

Facts:
- Fewer than 50 employees
- Thursday, Aug. 6, 2026, 14:00–15:00

## COMFEE' launches new product CF-MG101-GR, an oven toaster combining retro design with ease of use

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:41:41+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000310.000115454.html
- anchor: #n1800921
- Companies mentioned: COMFEE'、Amazon.co.jp

Facts:
- Interior width: 26 cm
- Depth: 22.8 cm
- 80℃
- 230℃
- Timer up to 30 minutes
- Width: 32.2 cm
- Depth: 27.7 cm
- At least 10 cm above the appliance
- At least 4.5 cm at the back and on each side

## Sociologist Masahiko Kishi's story collection finally gets a paperback edition! Shinchosha Bunko's August release, Lillian, goes on sale July 29!

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:40:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003181.000047877.html
- anchor: #n1800922
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社新潮社、織田作之助賞、芥川賞、三島賞、紀伊國屋じんぶん大賞、毎日出版文化賞

## dSPACE integrates an AI assistant into automotive development validation workflows using MCP

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:40:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000071.000096375.html
- anchor: #n1800923
- Companies mentioned: dSPACE、dSPACE Japan株式会社

Facts:
- More than 2,900 employees worldwide provide products and services.

## [Diamond Prize Winner] Products contributing to health and well-being honored / SOU+YOU soup protein in ripe pumpkin flavor wins the Diamond Prize in the Food category at the “Food and Health Awards 2026”

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:40:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001988.000025284.html
- anchor: #n1800924
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ウエニ貿易、一般社団法人日本チェーンドラッグストア協会、MY ROUTINE ONLINE SHOP、MY ROUTINE 楽天市場店、MY ROUTINE Amazon店、アクア シャボン、サムライ、ラッドスカイ、フルラ、エリザベスアーデン、マイルーティーン、LAT.s、SOU+YOU

Facts:
- 1杯あたり20.2gのたんぱく質
- 23 types※ of beauty and health ingredients
- Net weight: 420 g
- Price: 3,300 yen (tax included)
- Release date: Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025
- “Food and Health Awards 2026”
- Announcement date: Friday, July 31, 2026

## ジーエフシー株式会社, a wholesale distributor of processed food for commercial use, unveils its lineup of new products for August

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000078.000116507.html
- anchor: #n1800926
- Companies mentioned: ジーエフシー株式会社

Facts:
- About 30,000 product items
- More than 1,000 partner companies

## Support for those affected by the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006819.000003442.html
- anchor: #n1800925
- Companies mentioned: パナソニックグループ、パナソニック インダストリー株式会社、中央共同募金会、ジャパン・プラットフォーム、日本赤十字社

Facts:
- Total of 30 million yen
- A total of 15 million yen
- 10 million yen in total prizes
- A total of 5 million yen
- Donation of 10 million yen by パナソニック インダストリー株式会社

## Notice regarding support for those affected by the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:37:33+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001147.000082557.html
- anchor: #n1800927
- Companies mentioned: ヤマダデンキ、ベスト電器、マツヤデンキ

Facts:
- 10% off the displayed in-store price
- All 36 directly operated ヤマダデンキ, ベスト電器, and マツヤデンキ stores in Kumamoto Prefecture

## チカラをひとつに。「JリーグTEAM AS ONE募金」～「令和8年熊本地震」復興支援募金活動～実施のお知らせ

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:36:42+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000282.000096552.html
- anchor: #n1800928
- Companies mentioned: ザスパ群馬、Jリーグ

Facts:
- 3 locations in the prefecture
- 令和8月4日（火）

## “Franchise Startup TV” marks 100,000 subscribers; アントレ launches a campaign offering franchise headquarters and agency headquarters free appearance fees and editing

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:35:58+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000136.000059360.html
- anchor: #n1800929
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アントレ、リクルートグループ、パーソルキャリア、バトンズ、マイフチャ

Facts:
- Subscriber count surpasses 100,000
- Membership surpasses 400,000
- About 300 franchise headquarters, agencies, and contract work opportunities listed

## New Shibuya-style girls' rap duo NIC♡RY set to release 1st mini-album NIC♡RY on Friday, Aug. 7

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:35:44+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000202.000020107.html
- anchor: #n1800930
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社HJ、NIC♡RY、HJ Records、PROF

Facts:
- Digital-only release on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026
- Contains 4 tracks
- Advance release beginning Wednesday, July 29, 2026
- Held on Tuesday, July 28, 2026
- Founded: February 2006
- Capital: 523,924,000 yen
- Employees: 120

## [First in Kansai※] KIPS Learning Hub, an English-language learning hub for elementary through high school students, officially opens in Kitano, Kobe. Those who apply by Aug. 19 will also receive benefits including a waived enrollment fee.

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:33:29+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000188009.html
- anchor: #n1800931
- Companies mentioned: 特定非営利活動法人神戸インターナショナルPBLスクールラーニングハブ、KIPS Learning Hub、AIE国際高等学校

Facts:
- Official opening on Aug. 19, 2026
- Since its soft opening in February 2026
- 2026年8月4日（火）～7日（金）
- 2026年8月10日（月）～12日（水）
- 10:00～11:00／11:00～12:00
- 13:00～14:00／14:00～15:00

## Emergency supplies donated to support the local community: Suzuyo Co., Ltd. donates food to 静岡市社会福祉協議会

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:32:42+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000539.000075524.html
- anchor: #n1800932
- Companies mentioned: 鈴与株式会社、静岡市社会福祉協議会

Facts:
- Mixed rice: 200 bags
- Rice with wild vegetables: 100 bags
- Wakame seaweed rice: 27 bags
- Sardines simmered in miso: 816 cans
- Miso soup: 50 bags

## [ROLEUP] Book publication announcement

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:30:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000038.000117636.html
- anchor: #n1800933
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ROLEUP、Amazon、丸善、三省堂書店、紀伊國屋書店、日本経済新聞、PIVOT

Facts:
- Official publication is scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2026

## ZETA DIVISION's Overwatch team claims long-awaited world champion title, winning the OWCS 2026 Midseason Championship

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:30:22+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000209.000041650.html
- anchor: #n1800934
- Companies mentioned: GANYMEDE株式会社、ZETA DIVISION、JUPITER、Dallas Fuel、T1、Twisted Minds、Esports World Cup 2026、Overwatch Champions Series 2026 Midseason Championship

Facts:
- Total prize pool of $1 million
- About 150 million yen

## Renews uniform sponsorship agreement with M League team セガサミーフェニックス for the 2026-27 season!

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000048.000162351.html
- anchor: #n1800942
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イケウチ、セガサミーフェニックス、セガサミーホールディングス株式会社、池内自動車

Facts:
- Operates 34 stores nationwide
- Annual repair volume surpasses 39,115 units

## ASTRA FOOD PLAN launches a comprehensive consulting business to help reduce 20 million tons of “hidden food waste” annually.

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000074.000099210.html
- anchor: #n1800941
- Companies mentioned: ASTRA FOOD PLAN株式会社、吉野家ホールディングス

Facts:
- 20 million tons annually
- More than 200 types of unused food ingredients

## ビー・アンド・プラス、さいたま市GX補助金に採択 太陽光×ワイヤレス給電で「工事不要」のモビリティ充電インフラ開発開始

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000274.000009609.html
- anchor: #n1800940
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ビー・アンド・プラス、さいたま市

Facts:
- Wireless power supply solutions covering a wide output range from 30W to 6kW

## 10月3日（土）13時より開催！『ジャパニーズウイスキートレイル 御岳蒸留所』御岳蒸留所 醸造責任者 眞喜志 康晃氏が登壇！

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000347.000119996.html
- anchor: #n1800939
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ウイスキー文化研究所、西酒造株式会社、御岳蒸留所

Facts:
- Capacity: 80 people
- Participation fee: 5,500 yen (tax included)

## Applications are being invited for the designated manager of 八ちゃん堂大牟田市動物園 and 大牟田市ともだちや絵本美術館 in 大牟田市.

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000641.000041975.html
- anchor: #n1800938
- Companies mentioned: 八ちゃん堂大牟田市動物園、大牟田市ともだちや絵本美術館、大牟田市、筑後地区観光協議会

Facts:
- From April 1, Reiwa 9, through March 31, Reiwa 14 (5 years)
- From August 3 (Monday) through August 14 (Friday), Reiwa 8
- August 24 (Monday), Reiwa 8
- From August 17 (Monday) through August 31 (Monday), Reiwa 8
- Responses will be posted on the website by September 4 (Friday), Reiwa 8
- From September 7 (Monday) through September 18 (Friday), Reiwa 8

## 【caseplay】Smartphone cases compatible with the latest models, “Galaxy Z Flip8,” “Galaxy Z Fold8” and “Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra,” are now on sale!

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000838.000058495.html
- anchor: #n1800937
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社FOX、caseplay、Samsung、日本マーケティングリサーチ機構

Facts:
- The number of models available through caseplay has reached 174
- More than 5000 designs are currently available!
- Clear case: 4,980 yen (tax included)

## 「ふるなび」が、令和8年熊本地震の災害支援として13自治体の寄附受付を開始※2026/08/03自治体追加

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001697.000007821.html
- anchor: #n1800936
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アイモバイル、ふるなび

Facts:
- Support has begun for 13 municipalities

## Travis Japan to release new song “On My Road -Stadium ver.-” on August 3 (Monday)!

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002173.000000664.html
- anchor: #n1800935
- Companies mentioned: Travis Japan、ユニバーサル ミュージック合同会社、フジテレビ、Capitol Records、プーベア、Billboard、アメリカ・ロサンゼルス、ディズニー、たべっ子どうぶつ THE MOVIE、リロ＆スティッチ

Facts:
- Available for streaming from August 3 (Monday)
- Release date: August 26 (Wednesday)
- 2 Blu-ray discs + goods: UPXC-9014 / ¥7,970 (tax included)
- 2 DVDs + goods: UPBC-9014 / ¥7,450 (tax included)
- 2 Blu-ray discs: UPXC-9015 / ¥7,270 (tax included)
- 2 DVDs: UPBC-9015 / ¥6,750 (tax included)
- 2 Blu-ray discs: UPXC-9016 / ¥5,980 (tax included)
- 2 DVDs: UPBC-9016 / ¥5,460 (tax included)

## 東北大学に寄附講座「環境調和材料設計学講座」を設置

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:25:24+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000188312.html
- anchor: #n1800905
- Companies mentioned: 日鉄鉱業株式会社、東北大学

Facts:
- April 2026
- Mar. 2028

## 【First time】An employee family workplace tour and work experience event marking the company’s 90th anniversary, the “Sugino TANKYU (Exploration) Tour,” will be held

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:25:16+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000162.000070070.html
- anchor: #n1800906
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スギノマシン、富富富

Facts:
- 90th anniversary
- Expected attendance: approximately 700 people
- “Sugino Rice” (2 kilograms of new rice)

## 【Hakone Glass no Mori Museum】Celebrating its 30th anniversary! On August 8, the anniversary date, admission is free for elementary and junior high school students, and all visitors will receive a commemorative gift. The program also features 5 days of special concerts bringing together internationally active musicians, as well as approximately 70,000 crystal glass pieces in a fireworks display over the water.

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:20:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000084.000113812.html
- anchor: #n1800907
- Companies mentioned: ダイコク電機株式会社、株式会社箱根ガラスの森リゾート、Progetto Vetro 社

Facts:
- 30th anniversary of opening
- The opening anniversary, August 8, 2026 (Saturday)
- Flames reaching approximately 1,300°C
- 3,000 yen–1,000,000 yen

## 【Surf Fit 10th Anniversary】With “ONE WAVE, ONE LOVE.” as its theme, the surf exercise studio will launch a 10th-anniversary campaign on August 1, 2026 (Saturday)!

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000382.000020775.html
- anchor: #n1800908
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社LOIVE、Surf Fit

Facts:
- The brand will celebrate its 10th anniversary in 2026
- Operates 2 locations nationwide

## The exhibition building at 春近発電所, a key power plant operated by 長野県企業局, opens to the public on August 1! Its nickname has been chosen as “Harumina.” An opening event will also be held!

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:17:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000105.000092002.html
- anchor: #n1800909
- Companies mentioned: 長野県企業局、春近発電所、越ちひろ

Facts:
- Comprehensive renovation completed for the first time in approximately 60 years
- 775 entries
- Power generation output increased by approximately 8%
- Equivalent to approximately 30,000 average households

## “PEACE BOAT Drone Show” to be held in Miyako, Iwate Prefecture

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:16:36+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000174106.html
- anchor: #n1800910
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ジャパングレイス、株式会社アンコール、株式会社TOOMO

Facts:
- 2026年8月12日（水）19時45分より
- Hundreds of drones move delicately in time with the music
- Capital: 10 million yen
- Can also accommodate large-scale productions featuring up to 1,000 drones

## さとふる、「令和8年熊本地震 災害緊急支援寄付サイト」で新たに5自治体による被災自治体への「代理寄付」の受け付けを開始

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:10:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001363.000025119.html
- anchor: #n1800835
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社さとふる

Facts:
- 18 municipalities are receiving support
- 63 municipalities are accepting donations
- 38 people died
- 4,622 homes were damaged

## 【Z世代のSNSトレンド調査】話題のVlogアプリ「Setlog（セットログ）」の利用実態を学生479名に調査！認知率91.4%、利用者の9割が「3ヶ月以内」に利用開始と急拡大【2026年8月発表】

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000102.000033964.html
- anchor: #n1800838
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社パレンテ、Setlog、BeReal、TikTok、Instagram、X、Amazon、楽天、Yahoo！ショッピング、千葉ジェッツ、ヴィッセル神戸

Facts:
- Awareness: 91.4%
- Usage rate: 73.7%
- “You can record at your own pace without being hounded by notifications (35.3% of users)”
- “Close friends at school (75.9%)”
- “I think it will end as a passing trend” came to 51.0%
- Total of 40 million orders

## QR・バーコードリーダー「アイコニット」、アンケート回答でもらえるポイントを1回300ptに大幅アップ！

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000404.000040972.html
- anchor: #n1800837
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社メディアシーク、Solvvy、アイコニット、ICONIT、デンソーウェーブ

Facts:
- 1回につき300ポイント
- From Monday, August 3, 2026

## 【本日発行】BEYOOOOONDSの西田汐里 & 平井美葉／中丸三千繪（ソプラノ歌手）が表紙に登場！シアター情報誌「カンフェティ」9月号発行

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003824.000013972.html
- anchor: #n1800836
- Companies mentioned: ロングランプランニング株式会社、BEYOOOOONDS、カンフェティ、演劇女子部、ソプラノ歌手、ナイロン100℃、NBAバレエ団、劇団ホチキス、T1project、東京バレエ団

Facts:
- More than 1,500 distribution locations, including theaters, shops and stations, will be set up mainly in the greater Tokyo area.
- Print run: 50,000 copies of the magazine
- Capital: 30 million yen

## Ahead of the autumn equinoctial week, ニチリョク proposes discussing end-of-life planning with family and will hold an end-of-life planning seminar and consultation event on August 10

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:08:54+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000079.000070310.html
- anchor: #n1800839
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニチリョク、株式会社itowa、株式会社セブン&アイ・ホールディングス、hana*remo

Facts:
- The event will be held on August 10, 2026 (Wednesday) at Suncourt Plaza, Ario Soga (Chuo Ward, Chiba City)
- August 10, 2026 (Monday), 10:00–16:30
- Listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard Market: Securities code 7578
- 資本金：18 億4755 万6272 円

## Nankai Namba Station staff to wear 南海ホークス throwback uniforms (through 8/4)

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:08:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000121.000076595.html
- anchor: #n1800840
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NANKAI、南海電気鉄道、福岡ソフトバンクホークス、南海ホークス

Facts:
- 3 consecutive league championships for the first time in 60 years
- Namba Parks, 9th floor
- Approximately 45㎡

## Energizing Japan through branding! The BRAND MANAGEMENT AWARD® 2026, Japan’s longest-running branding judging program, is set to take place

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:07:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000077.000045539.html
- anchor: #n1800841
- Companies mentioned: 一般財団法人ブランド・マネージャー認定協会、TODA HALL & CONFERENCE TOKYO、中央大学、東京大学、目白大学、日本マーケティング学会、東洋学園大学

Facts:
- 【Participation fee】22,000 yen (tax included)
- 【Early-bird rate】19,800 yen (tax included)
- 【Branding Practice Salon members】16,500 yen (tax included)
- 【Participation fee】5,500 yen (tax included)
- Association certification course coupon (worth 11,000 yen)

## IBJ online × Mulove launches services in the Tohoku, Shinetsu and Hokuriku regions as IBJ online's first franchisee

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:06:55+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000089809.html
- anchor: #n1800842
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社IBJ、Mulove、株式会社わくわく

Facts:
- 15 years in business
- Hosts an average of more than 300 dating and matchmaking events annually
- More than 80,000 total event participants
- More than 1,600 couples married
- More than 5,000 life design course participants
- A track record of more than 430 cumulative projects with local governments and organizations

## 【アミ パリス】AMI PARIS、大阪・心斎橋PARCOに国内最大規模の店舗をオープン

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:06:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000047.000087547.html
- anchor: #n1800843
- Companies mentioned: AMI PARIS、心斎橋PARCO、Ami Paris

Facts:
- Sales floor area: 154 m²
- 110,000 yen or more including tax
- Sweatshirt: 79,200 yen (tax included)
- Cap: 30,800 yen (tax included)

## “Accops” expands support for next-generation virtualization platforms, adding support for OpenShift Virtualization and HPE Morpheus VM Essentials

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:06:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000184480.html
- anchor: #n1800844
- Companies mentioned: Accops、Red Hat、HPE

Facts:
- Integrated virtual environment management software for zero-trust-based virtual desktops and virtual applications
- Red Hat OpenShift Virtualization
- HPE Morpheus VM Essentials

## A “2026 Personal Gym Market Chaos Map” classifying 100 brands nationwide into 10 categories has been released!

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:04:56+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000145854.html
- anchor: #n1800845
- Companies mentioned: パーソナルジム比較ナビ合同会社、Pasona

Facts:
- 100 personal gym brands nationwide
- Classified into 10 categories
- 2026 Personal Gym User Survey: Targeting 1,000 people who currently attend a personal gym or have attended one within the past year
- 2026 Personal Gym Beginner Anxiety Survey: Targeting 1,000 people with no experience attending a personal gym

## 熊本地震の復興支援を実施【ClubT】商品1点につき1,000円を熊本県へ寄付

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:02:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000090112.html
- anchor: #n1800846
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ClubT、熊本県

Facts:
- 商品1点につき1,000円
- Friday, July 31, 2026
- Monday, August 31, 2026

## BabySmile launches a new full-body shampoo for sensitive skin from its Merci Care line, gentle enough to wash the whole body

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:02:17+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000037.000064265.html
- anchor: #n1800847
- Companies mentioned: シースター株式会社、BabySmile、大阪医科大学、楽天市場、Amazon、Yahoo

Facts:
- Used at more than 1,000 medical institutions nationwide
- Net contents: 380 ml
- Price: 2,480 yen (before tax)
- 3 types of ceramides
- ２ types of hyaluronic acid
- 13 pediatric cases
- Ages 3–12
- 2nd
- Volume 37
- 2018

## “It would be fun to create anomalies ourselves and share them with the world!” Concept PV for “Anomaly Maker” released

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:02:16+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000076984.html
- anchor: #n1800848
- Companies mentioned: ダットジャパン株式会社、ANOMALY MAKER

Facts:
- Supported platforms: Steam, Switch (planned)

## Cool off and tour Japan with ice cream. Regional ice cream specialties gather at Haneda Airport Garden!

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000483.000062100.html
- anchor: #n1800849
- Companies mentioned: 住友不動産商業マネジメント株式会社、住友不動産株式会社、旭屋本店、グリーンソフト

Facts:
- In addition to 6 regional ice cream vending machines, ６ new-style vending machines will be specially installed. A total of 12 machines will be assembled.
- Including an airport hotel with a total of 1,691 rooms
- Parking: approximately 440 spaces

## [Industry-Academia Collaboration Online Seminar] “Industrial DX in the Age of AI Agents: The Front Lines of AI Utilization and Social Implementation, Pioneered by University Research and Startups” to be held on September 7 (Monday)

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:18+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000420.000031052.html
- anchor: #n1800850
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社キャンパスクリエイト、電気通信大学、九州工業大学、Milk.株式会社

Facts:
- September 7, 2026 (Monday)
- 13：30～16：00
- 13:15 Webinar doors scheduled to open

## [Hokkaido, Sapporo] Full lineup of performers announced for the Japan-Korea hybrid music festival “SBI MUSIC CIRCUS HOKKAIDO - DAYBREAK -”

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000097.000147733.html
- anchor: #n1800851
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SBI MUSIC CIRCUS、大和ハウス、iNKODE、iNKODE JAPAN、NTTドコモ、UHA味覚糖、Linon、Mnet、WAKEONE、THE BLACK LABEL、LDH、DEEP SQUAD、D.LEAGUE

Facts:
- 2026年9月26日（土）に大和ハウス プレミストドームで開催
- Their first original Japanese album, “Flawless Love,” released in 2019, reached No. 1 on the Oricon Weekly Ranking
- 2025年にリリースした日本オリジナル・アルバム『Rhapsody』ではオリコン週間音楽ランキングで3冠を達成
- Formed by a distinctive and talented group of members who prevailed over a record 1万4千 contestants for the program series to date
- The total views of the Official MV on YouTube and total music streams have surpassed 100 million
- “iCON Z ～Dreams For Children～,” LDH's largest-ever audition, with approximately 4.8万人 participants

## “Views of South Korea have improved, but trust remains low.” Japanese public opinion recognizes the need for practical cooperation

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:04+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000091.000054811.html
- anchor: #n1800852
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人国際文化会館、東アジア研究院、Korea Economic Institute of America

Facts:
- 35.3% of respondents said their impression of South Korea was “good” or “somewhat good”
- 44.1% said “not good” or “somewhat not good”
- Only 24.5% viewed South Korea as a “trustworthy partner”
- Below the 50.2% who said “cannot be trusted”
- 57.0% said Japan-South Korea relations were “important” to Japan
- Outnumbering the 26.5% who said “not important”
- “Strengthen cooperation in the security field to address issues such as North Korea’s nuclear and missile programs” (30.2%)
- “Restore and build trust between Japan and South Korea” (29.0%)
- “Expand people-to-people exchange and mutual understanding, especially among younger generations” (26.4%)
- “Cooperation between Japan and South Korea cannot advance unless historical issues are adequately resolved”

## 76.8% had “never heard of DoxyPEP”｜東京検査クリニック surveys awareness among 462 patients

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000180192.html
- anchor: #n1800892
- Companies mentioned: 東京検査クリニック、東京検査クリニック五反田院、米国疾病予防管理センター（CDC）

Facts:
- Doxycycline 200 mg
- Within 72 hours
- 167 people in their 20s
- 157 people in their 30s
- 75 people in their 40s
- 10代の回答者は9人にとどまりました
- 16 people aged 60 or older

## New launch: “Kaku Highball Can〈Yudoki〉”; “Yudoki Bench” project launches, installing “benches where you can connect with someone important to you”

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000150018.html
- anchor: #n1800891
- Companies mentioned: サントリー、あべこうじ、高橋愛、SU、DJ FUMIYA

Facts:
- Married for 12 years or longer
- No change from before COVID
- Feel they have “a lot of time to themselves”
- “I want more time to connect emotionally”
- “Communication enhances the richness and happiness of everyday life”
- 350ml
- 217 yen
- 5％
- 500 ml
- 293 yen
- 400 people

## What do those who create running sculptures seek to depict?

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000186295.html
- anchor: #n1800890
- Companies mentioned: ドゥカティ、ドゥカティジャパン株式会社、ドゥカティ・モーター・ホールディング

Facts:
- 7 participating designers

## Taking on Spain's professional league from Japan via the shortest route. Entries open for the CF VILANOVA player selection for “ROAD TO SPAIN 2026AW”

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000164318.html
- anchor: #n1800889
- Companies mentioned: CF VILANOVA、CF VILANOVA TOKYO、フクシ・エンタープライズ

Facts:
- We expect approximately 20–25 people to advance to the second selection round.
- Second selection round (on-field assessment): 7,500 yen (tax included)

## Popular collaboration “ちいかわ×スッパイマン”: the popular “スッパイマン suit” look becomes merchandise for the first time

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000027.000137299.html
- anchor: #n1800888
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社上間菓子店、スッパイマン、ちいかわ、シーサーのおみやげやさん、上間菓子店、スッパイマンショップ、ナガノ

Facts:
- 5 items in 12 varieties
- Price: 4,950 yen each (tax included)
- Price: 990 yen each (tax included)
- Price: 1,100 yen (tax included)
- Price: 385 yen each (tax included)
- Price: 2,200 yen each (tax included)
- Friday, Aug. 7, 2026
- “スッパイマン” marks its 45th anniversary this year
- “スッパイマン,” launched in 1981

## Incense for “contemplating” Japanese gardens through scent: “Japanese Gardens” goes on sale August 3!

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000029.000041508.html
- anchor: #n1800887
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 薫寿堂

Facts:
- Marking its 133rd anniversary this year
- 1,430 yen (before tax)

## “Customization items” launched for the special-edition new Harrier

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000042.000156291.html
- anchor: #n1800886
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社トヨタカスタマイジング＆ディベロップメント、モデリスタ

Facts:
- クールシャインキットは、同じくメッキ色を漆黒メッキに合わせ、従来のフードガーニッシュ、フロントグリルガーニッシュ、ミラーガーニッシュの3点に、バックドアエアロプレート、バックドアガーニッシュを加えた5点構成とすることで

## [The final word on website production] Launch of “HP Answer,” delivering 3 exceptionally high-quality first drafts in 48 hours with 0 meetings

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000046.000089712.html
- anchor: #n1800885
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Walkers、HP Answer

Facts:
- We typically deliver 3 first drafts with different designs within 48 hours.
- An all-inclusive monthly price of 4,900 yen (tax included), covering server, domain, SSL and maintenance
- Currently available in beta as an early-access offering limited to the first 10 companies.
- 6回目以降は1回500円(税込)
- Buyout option: 100,000 yen (tax included)

## Co-hosted with 日本OECD共同研究, “Designing 2040 Summer FES (Future of Education and Skills) 2026” will be held August 7–9, 2026

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000055.000161501.html
- anchor: #n1800884
- Companies mentioned: 日本OECD共同研究、一般社団法人教育AI活用協会、東京学芸大学教育インキュベーション推進機構、東京大学吉田塁研究室、東京学芸大学西村圭一研究室、日本OECD共同研究「壁のないあそび場-ｂA-」、さんすう数学あそびZa、OECDE2040日本生徒部会 Flying pEnguins、教育長・校長プラットフォーム関西本部和歌山大会、泉大津市立小津中学校、近畿日本ツーリスト株式会社、東京消防庁芝消防署

Facts:
- 2026年8月7日（金）から9日（日）まで
- On August 7, an eve (morning) festival will be held at the House of Representatives Members' Office Building No. 1
- The event will take place on August 8 and 9 at the Minato City Industrial Promotion Center.

## Announcement: Seasonal yokan, “Hide-and-Seek at the Bottom of the Water”

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000086.000125495.html
- anchor: #n1800883
- Companies mentioned: 米屋株式会社、なごみの米屋

Facts:
- Available for a limited time until around late August

## [From Nagareyama to the J.League] Announcement of a support partnership with 笑顔のコミュニティー株式会社

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000113.000089311.html
- anchor: #n1800882
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社流山FC、笑顔のコミュニティー株式会社、NAGAREYAMA F.C.

Facts:
- Entry into the J.League within 10 years

## Kansai Electric Power's EV charging service “Kanmobicharge” launches “Dodonto!! Big Giveaway Festival: First Campaign,” with prizes including an EV trip worth up to 150,000 yen

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000140.000064489.html
- anchor: #n1800881
- Companies mentioned: 関西電力株式会社、JTB、JCB

Facts:
- JTB Travel Gift worth 100,000 yen
- EV rental car subsidy worth up to 50,000 yen
- JCB gift card worth 10,000 yen
- 3 winners selected by lottery
- 10 winners selected by lottery
- The Kanmobicharge app will be revamped on September 1, 2026.
- Service launched: April 2024

## Notice of the establishment of a domestic subsidiary to build a domestically developed unmanned aircraft platform for disaster response, critical infrastructure and national security

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000182.000031759.html
- anchor: #n1800880
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Liberaware、株式会社HINOTATE

Facts:
- Capital contribution: 100 million yen (planned)
- Establishment planned for August 2026

## 3 projects—upcycling keepsakes, quantifying romantic aptitude, and developing an app to recognize unseen efforts—join 100BANCH as part of the 109th term of the GARAGE Program

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000297.000034018.html
- anchor: #n1800879
- Companies mentioned: 100BANCH、パナソニック

Facts:
- 3 projects join the program
- Young people under 35
- About 1262 applications in total
- 415 projects selected

## Hakone Tozan Railway 100 Series retirement commemorative project, part 3! Special tour “Natural Cooler Experience Train” and railway collection item “Memories of the 100 Series” go on sale

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000298.000098471.html
- anchor: #n1800878
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社小田急箱根、株式会社トミーテック、ローソンエンタテインメント、ローソントラベル

Facts:
- The trains will cease operations in January 2028.
- Tour prices start at 3,800 yen
- Single item: 3,500 yen
- Set of 10 (in a special box): 33,000 yen

## チームラボ Borderless (Azabudai Hills, Tokyo) welcomes 4 million visitors! Visitors have come from more than 185 countries and regions worldwide

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000408.000048109.html
- anchor: #n1800877
- Companies mentioned: 森ビル株式会社、チームラボ、エプソン、TIME誌

Facts:
- Among visitors from more than 185 countries and regions worldwide, inbound tourists
- Approximately 70% of visitors are inbound tourists from more than 185 countries and regions worldwide
- Approximately 1 in 12 travelers from the United States
- Approximately 1 in 9 travelers from Australia visit チームラボ Borderless
- Adults (18 and over): from 3,600 yen
- Student Summer Pass (university, graduate school, junior college and vocational school students): 3,000 yen
- Student Summer Pass (junior high and high school students): 2,000 yen
- Children (ages 4–12): 1,500 yen
- Discount for people with disabilities: from 1,800 yen

## A lineup of goods and hand creams celebrating the 100th anniversary of the original “Winnie-the-Pooh” stories♡ Shobido launches the limited-edition anniversary “Red Shirt Friends Series”!

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000410.000057928.html
- anchor: #n1800876
- Companies mentioned: 粧美堂株式会社、Disney、株式会社ピコモンテ・ジャパン

Facts:
- ■Price: 770 yen (tax included)
- ■Price: 2,750 yen (tax included)
- ■Price: 2,530 yen (tax included)
- ■Price: 3,080 yen (tax included)
- ■Price: 2,860 yen (tax included)
- ■Price: 1,430 yen (tax included)

## “The Tove and Moomin Exhibition: In Search of Something Special” at Fukuoka Art Museum: special event confirmed for Moomin Day on August 9!

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000464.000027592.html
- anchor: #n1800875
- Companies mentioned: 西日本新聞社、KBC、西日本新聞イベントサービス、朝日新聞社、ヘルシンキ市立美術館、フィンランド大使館、NISSHA、ライツ・アンド・ブランズ、S２、フィンエアー、フィンエアーカーゴ

Facts:
- Admission: 3,200 yen (tax included)
- Sale price: 1,320 yen

## 【大阪府・泉南市】「泉州夢花火」を超えるスケールへ 4,000機ドローン×全国10社の尺玉×LIVE花火泉州の夏とともに10年。「SBI舞花火」特別企画を公開

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000522.000032099.html
- anchor: #n1800874
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TryHard Japan、株式会社SBI MUSIC CIRCUS、三遠煙火株式会社、加藤煙火株式会社、有限会社華松煙火、響屋大曲煙火株式会社、株式会社山内煙火店、アルプス煙火工業株式会社、株式会社丸玉屋小勝煙火店、有限会社伊那火工堀内煙火店、有限会社片貝煙火工業、野村花火工業株式会社、EHang Intelligent Equipment Co., Ltd.、SkyTek株式会社

Facts:
- 4,000 drones
- 10 companies from across Japan
- 10 large-shell fireworks
- Firework shells approximately 30 cm in diameter
- Approximately 330 m high
- Approximately 320 m in diameter
- Approximately 300 m above the ground
- Approximately 490 m
- Approximately 400 m across the night sky

## Rinko Kikuchi graces the cover wearing FENDI, embodying a poised woman. How can we live strongly and true to ourselves in an era of constant change? A special feature on words that give us strength for tomorrow. The September issue of GINZA goes on sale Aug. 10 (Monday).

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000674.000030125.html
- anchor: #n1800873
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マガジンハウス、FENDI、INI

Facts:
- List price: ¥950
- Fall/Winter 2026-27 season

## New merchandise commemorating the 20th anniversary of artist ミユキ蜜蜂's career is set to go on sale! Exciting items inspired by 『春の嵐とモンスター』, 『野良猫と狼』, 『営業ですから』 and 『なまいきざかり。』 are coming♪

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001192.000012048.html
- anchor: #n1800872
- Companies mentioned: ミユキ蜜蜂、eeo Store、eeo Store online、eeo Store 池袋本店、白泉社、株式会社A3

Facts:
- 20th anniversary of artistic career
- Friday, July 31, 2026
- Saturday, Sept. 12
- Friday, Sept. 25
- Thursday, Aug. 6
- 1会計2,200円（税込）

## チームラボボーダレス (Azabudai Hills, Tokyo) has welcomed more than 4 million visitors. Visitors have come from more than 185 countries and regions worldwide.

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001196.000007339.html
- anchor: #n1800871
- Companies mentioned: チームラボ、チームラボボーダレス、森ビル、エプソン、TIME、JNTO

Facts:
- Visitors have come from more than 185 countries and regions worldwide
- About 70% of visitors are inbound travelers from more than 185 countries and regions worldwide
- Approximately 1 in 12 travelers from the United States
- About 1 in 9 travelers from Australia visits チームラボボーダレス

## [Former ME:I member Kokoro Kato's first-ever style book] On sale Oct. 30, 2026! 〈A release commemorative event will also be held on her birthday〉

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001276.000072639.html
- anchor: #n1800870
- Companies mentioned: ME:I、主婦と生活社、HMVエソラ池袋、MARUZEN＆ジュンク堂書店 梅田店、ジュンク堂書店 名古屋店、Cocore

Facts:
- List price: ¥3,850 (base price ¥3,500 + 10% tax)
- 96 pages
- Friday, Oct. 30, 2026

## Chakra fortune-telling | Awakening the body and forcibly achieving success [Divine spiritual power to set destiny right and change reality] 月香's content now available on 本格占い｜みのり

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001320.000074768.html
- anchor: #n1800869
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社レンサ、テレシスネットワーク株式会社

Facts:
- From Monday, August 3, 2026

## JALグループ consolidated results for the first quarter of the fiscal year ending March 2027

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001542.000030684.html
- anchor: #n1800868
- Companies mentioned: JALグループ、JALカード、ZIPAIR、SPRING JAPAN、JAL Innovation Fund、GMO AI＆ロボティクス商事株式会社、ライフネット生命保険株式会社、株式会社NTTドコモ、プレミアムウォーター株式会社、東京電力エナジーパートナー株式会社、マリオット・インターナショナル、KANTSUNA、東日本旅客鉄道株式会社、西日本旅客鉄道株式会社、株式会社日動、株式会社ispace、三菱重工業株式会社、株式会社JALエンジニアリング、株式会社Aero Breath

Facts:
- Revenue from both the aviation business and the mileage/finance and commerce businesses exceeded the previous year's levels, reaching ¥523.7 billion (up 11.2% year on year) and achieving record-high first-quarter revenue.
- Net profit was ¥5.3 billion (down 80.2% year on year).
- For the current fiscal year, the company will continue to aim for its annual targets of ¥180 billion in EBIT and ¥110 billion in net profit.
- For the current fiscal year, the company will continue to aim for its annual targets of ¥180 billion in EBIT and ¥110 billion in net profit.

## New merchandise from 12 GCノベルズ titles is coming from COSPA(コスパ)! Some items will be sold in advance at the 《GCノベルズ 12th Anniversary Pop-Up Shop》 in Akihabara's Grand Entas from Aug. 7 (Friday) [株式会社コスパ]

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001611.000099047.html
- anchor: #n1800867
- Companies mentioned: GCノベルズ、COSPA(コスパ)、株式会社コスパ、マイクロマガジン社

Facts:
- 12 GCノベルズ titles
- Sunday the 23rd
- 770 yen each (tax included)
- 660 yen each (tax included)
- ¥4,620 each (tax included)
- 2,500 items annually

## A team-based prize-ball battle featuring 12 popular VTubers is set to be held on 777TOWN.net!

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001974.000002703.html
- anchor: #n1800866
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社サミーネットワークス、777TOWN.net

Facts:
- A total of 12 VTubers
- Over 2 days
- Divided into 3 teams
- Pachipachi Course: ¥1,980 per month
- Pachislot Course: ¥1,100 per month
- Pachinko Course: ¥1,100 per month

## [The summer Koshien tournament is about to begin!] The complete strength and roster guide to all 49 participating representatives, Koshien 2026, goes on sale today.

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002440.000004702.html
- anchor: #n1800865
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社朝日新聞出版、ロサンゼルス・ドジャース、北海道日本ハムファイターズ、トロント・ブルージェイズ、オリックス・バファローズ、広島東洋カープ、千葉ロッテマリーンズ、シカゴ・ホワイトソックス、中日ドラゴンズ、朝日放送ラジオ、オイシックス新潟アルビレックス・ベースボール・クラブ

Facts:
- 49 participating representatives
- 8 additional pages of color gravure
- List price: ¥650
- B5 format, 216 pages
- 49 regional tournaments featuring 3,363 teams

## FUNKY MONKEY BΛBY'S and いきものがかり to hold an exclusive live stream on U-NEXT of their joint concert celebrating their 20th debut anniversaries!

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002888.000031998.html
- anchor: #n1800864
- Companies mentioned: FUNKY MONKEY BΛBY'S、いきものがかり、株式会社U-NEXT、USEN＆U-NEXT GROUP、株式会社U-NEXT HOLDINGS、GEM Partners、TBS、テレビ東京

Facts:
- 20th debut anniversary
- Exclusive live stream on Aug. 28 (Friday)
- Over 2 days, June 20 (Saturday) and 21 (Sunday)
- More than 460,000 movies, dramas, anime and other titles
- More than 1.29 million manga and books
- Service integration with Paravi in July 2023
- As of April 2026

## Get a glimpse of Hinako Sakurai's utterly unguarded side!? Release of her 2027 calendar announced!

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003483.000006568.html
- anchor: #n1800863
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社東京ニュース通信社、Amazon、セブンネットショッピング、楽天ブックス、フジテレビ、WOWOW、劇団☆新感線

Facts:
- List price: 3,300 yen
- Release commemorative events are scheduled to be held in Tokyo on Sept. 20 (Sunday) and Oct. 10 (Saturday), 2026!
- 2026年7月31日（金）17：00〜8月19日（水）23：59

## [Shiro Masamune World Exhibition, Nagoya venue] Making its Tokai-area debut! Now open at Matsuzakaya Nagoya!

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004013.000003639.html
- anchor: #n1800862
- Companies mentioned: パルコ、講談社、大丸松坂屋百貨店、BVコミュニケーションズ、青心社、世田谷文学館、サイエンスSARU、THE GHOST IN THE SHELL COMMITTEE、フライングドッグ

Facts:
- At Matsuzakaya Nagoya starting Aug. 2, 2026 (Sunday)
- Aug. 2 (Sunday)–Aug. 16 (Sunday), 2026
- Poster: Ghost in the Shell, Motoko & Fuchikoma. Price: ¥1,100 (tax included)
- General admission: ¥1,500 (tax included)
- Admission ticket with merchandise: ¥4,000 (tax included)
- Approximately 42 cm high × 37 cm wide at the base (handles not included)

## A seminar titled “Public-Private Partnerships in Water Services by the 水ing・インフロニア Group” will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2026, featuring speaker 大塚 淳 of 水ing株式会社 / インフロニア・ホールディングス株式会社!

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004600.000032407.html
- anchor: #n1800861
- Companies mentioned: 水ing株式会社、インフロニア・ホールディングス株式会社、新社会システム総合研究所

Facts:
- Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2026
- Approximately 500 events organized annually

## 3 days bringing together diverse cultures and creators from across Japan! 『VILLAGE VANGUARD FESTIVAL -vias JAM-』 to be held in Yokohama for the first time!

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006348.000018131.html
- anchor: #n1800860
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ヴィレッジヴァンガードコーポレーション、あいみーむ（iMEME）、Finger Suck Factory、トケコザッカテン、しじょる、オッチョコトイズ、あきらんど、クマチャン屋さん、クリプトン教授、IKILLGIRL、Catchball Studio CULB、銀平グロ－バル株式会社、むんちきなも職人、おふとん天国、雨宮沙月、Chu-8 Toys、ジェイピー、ぬいぐるみ ようせい くらぶ、餃子サイダー。、VampDoll_Chocolate、ジョージーナ春、Happy Scampy、noi5efigure、CHORO、がや、音波屋、◎T◎M◎！、gimo（ギーモ）、バチコ、UZOUMUZOU TOYZ、hoccochan house、kyo→ko、MINAMI、けさぱさふれんず、にせんちめんたる、ACE（100Creators）、kanapei、HOSHICO、ERSK、ノラズヤ、PEEK A BOO TOY、mitsusuke、kari0315、田中優里、ポテトくん、みちばた雑貨店、さとうまりえ、ミシシッピぬいぐるみ、𝓢-エス-、平林みなみ、シャオムー、ビビビビット！！、ぺろっぺ、ゲベ、LONG PARTY RECORDS、yozca、RANK、YOSHEN、ばぶがにあ共和国〜BABY NEAR REPUBLIC〜、タナカヤ、Hirotton、はまらんど、HUKANZEN、ZOOBEADS

Facts:
- About 120 creators

## DMM GAMES' FLOWER KNIGHT GIRL gets an update on Aug. 3! New event “The Witch Who Inherits the Divine Tree” begins!

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006412.000032953.html
- anchor: #n1800859
- Companies mentioned: DMM GAMES、合同会社EXNOA、App Store、Google Play

Facts:
- It has been announced that the fantasy RPG FLOWER KNIGHT GIRL, currently in service, will receive an update on Monday, Aug. 3.
- Event period: After maintenance on Monday, Aug. 3, 2026
- Until before maintenance on Monday, Aug. 17, 2026

## The “Tomorrow's Tokyo Project” kicks off its ５th year! Recruiting participants for “Edo-Tokyo History Tourism,” a family-friendly experience

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006824.000052467.html
- anchor: #n1800858
- Companies mentioned: 東京都、公益財団法人東京観光財団

Facts:
- Number of participants: approximately 180
- Elementary school students in grades 4–6 who live in Tokyo, and their guardians

## 『アイドリッシュセブン』より、かぷりっこほおばるシリーズの新商品が登場！

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008679.000016756.html
- anchor: #n1800857
- Companies mentioned: アイドリッシュセブン、ムービック、アニメイト、Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.、Bandai Namco Music Live Inc.

Facts:
- 1パック2枚入り 660円(税込)
- 1 box of 8 packs: ¥5,280
- 880 yen each (tax included)
- ¥770 (tax included)
- 550 yen each (tax included)

## Held in the Kanto region for the first time! Sumikko Gurashi Waku Waku Park ~Rainbow Memories Made Together~ opens at Ikebukuro Sunshine City! New products will be available, and there will also be events where you can meet the Sumikko characters♪

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008718.000016756.html
- anchor: #n1800856
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アニメイトホールディングス、アソビュー！

Facts:
- Adults (junior high school students and older): ¥1,200
- Children (ages 2 through elementary school) 800 yen
- Adults (junior high school students and older) 1,400 yen
- Children (ages 2 through elementary school) 1,000 yen
- Ball-Toss Ferris Wheel / 500 yen (tax included)
- Sumikko Gurashi Rainbow Train / 300 yen (tax included)
- Sumikko Gurashi Fluffy Land / 300 yen (tax included)
- Sumikko Gurashi Exciting Keychain Shop / 1,200 yen (tax included)
- Tenori plush toys (8 types in all), 1,760 yen each (tax included)
- Scene plush set (carousel and Tenori plush toy [Tapioca]) 8,250 yen (tax included)
- Spinning Ferris Wheel Acrylic Stand 2,750 yen (tax included)
- Face Pochette (3 types in all), 2,497 yen each (tax included)

## 【ぼる塾の胸キュン理想語り】祝★8周年！コミックアプリPalcyスペシャルコンテンツ続々実施中！【応募者全員プレゼントキャンペーン】

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008752.000001719.html
- anchor: #n1800855
- Companies mentioned: 講談社、Palcy、ぼる塾、Amazon

Facts:
- 8th anniversary
- 8 years since the service launched in August 2026
- Monday, August 3, 2026, 0:00
- Monday, August 24, 2026, 23:59
- Friday, August 7–Thursday, August 20, 2026
- Friday, August 21–Thursday, September 10, 2026

## 【テレビ東京の“怪作”が書籍化】TXQ FICTION『魔法少女山田』2026年10月1日（木）発売

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000019830.000007006.html
- anchor: #n1800854
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KADOKAWA、テレビ東京

Facts:
- An exhibition that drew 200,000 visitors nationwide
- List price: 1,870 yen
- Page count: 232 pages

## [Over 100,000 copies sold] Yukiko Sumi’s new book, following “What Happened When I Tried the Law of Attraction,” is “I Tried Every Occult Practice”; on sale Thursday, October 1, 2026

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000019857.000007006.html
- anchor: #n1800853
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KADOKAWA、株式会社サイゾー

Facts:
- Over 100,000 copies sold
- Has continued reporting for 18 years
- Has 463,000 subscribers
- List price: 1,760 yen
- Page count: 224 pages

## 【AMDA】街頭募金のお知らせ 令和8年熊本地震被災者緊急支援活動

- Published: 2026-08-03T16:52:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000025.000181500.html
- anchor: #n1800767
- Companies mentioned: 特定非営利活動法人アムダ、DMAT

Facts:
- 2 coordinators
- 1 nurse
- Tuesday, August 4
- 67 countries worldwide
- 62 countries and regions worldwide
- 262 cases
- July 28, 2026
- Starting the following day, the 29th
- Starting on the 31st

## [A must-read for childcare business owners] How should you prepare for successive cutbacks and recruitment suspensions at training colleges? Special rebroadcast of “Latest Trends at Childcare Worker Training Colleges 2026” for 7 days only, from 8/10 to 8/16!

- Published: 2026-08-03T16:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000058.000017033.html
- anchor: #n1800769
- Companies mentioned: キャリアフィールド株式会社、長野市

Facts:
- “61.8% decline” in junior college enrollment highlights the limits of traditional hiring models
- For over 20 years, our company has provided staffing and management support to the childcare industry.

## 【大阪府・泉南市】「泉州夢花火」を超えるスケールへ 4,000機ドローン×全国10社の尺玉×LIVE花火 泉州の夏とともに10年。「SBI舞花火」特別企画を公開

- Published: 2026-08-03T16:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000098.000147733.html
- anchor: #n1800768
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SBI MUSIC CIRCUS、EHang Intelligent Equipment Co., Ltd.、SkyTek株式会社、三遠煙火株式会社、加藤煙火株式会社、有限会社華松煙火、響屋大曲煙火株式会社、株式会社山内煙火店、アルプス煙火工業株式会社、株式会社丸玉屋小勝煙火店、有限会社伊那火工堀内煙火店、有限会社片貝煙火工業、野村花火工業株式会社

Facts:
- 4,000 drones
- 10 consecutive large-shell fireworks
- Firework shells approximately 30 cm in diameter
- Launched to a height of approximately 330 m
- A huge bloom reaching approximately 320 m in diameter
- Abeno Harukas, approximately 300 m above ground
- The highest point reaches approximately 490 m
- Approximately 400 m across the night sky

## “Apples are this different depending on the variety.” The apple ice cream specialty brand ringogocco, where you can compare 4 varieties, launches

- Published: 2026-08-03T16:46:52+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000188097.html
- anchor: #n1800770
- Companies mentioned: SHAF合同会社、ringogocco、アイスクリーム万博 あいぱく®、一般社団法人日本アイスマニア協会、軽米町

Facts:
- Fruit content is up to 37%
- Fruit content: 37% for Sun Fuji, Orin and Shinano Gold; 31% for Haruka
- Price: 650 yen each (tax included)
- Net volume: 100 ml
- Total visitor numbers have exceeded 4.4 million

## レアな深海魚や危険な魚がいっぱい！魚魚展開催中！【国営アルプスあづみの公園 堀金・穂高地区】

- Published: 2026-08-03T16:44:47+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000836.000032901.html
- anchor: #n1799542
- Companies mentioned: 国営アルプスあづみの公園、アルプスあづみの公園管理センター

Facts:
- Approximately 200 fish species are on display as taxidermy specimens and preserved specimens
- A taxidermy specimen of a sailfish approximately 3 m long
- Admission / 500 yen (elementary school students and older; cash only; free for preschoolers)
- Admission / Adults (ages 15 and older) 450 yen

## 【伊勢丹新宿店 本館6階 アート＆フレーム】石松チ明個展「初めてジクレー作ったよ展」2026年8月5日（水）～8月18日（火）開催！（最終日午後5時終了）

- Published: 2026-08-03T16:40:33+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000203.000029095.html
- anchor: #n1799543
- Companies mentioned: 伊勢丹新宿店、株式会社アートプリントジャパン

Facts:
- Limited to 30 copies
- Limited to 50 copies
- Wednesday, August 5–Tuesday, August 18, 2026

## Official art books for the “Moana” film series, “The Art of Moana” and “The Art of Moana 2,” now on sale to popular acclaim!

- Published: 2026-08-03T16:40:28+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000019887.000007006.html
- anchor: #n1799544
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KADOKAWA、ウォルト・ディズニー・アニメーション・スタジオ、ウォルト・ディズニー・ジャパン株式会社

Facts:
- List price: 5,500 yen (base price 5,000 yen + tax)
- Page count: 160 pages
- Release date: Friday, July 31, 2026

## Daiko launches “Human & Nature Positive Lab,” a project focused on nature positivity

- Published: 2026-08-03T16:40:04+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000208.000042292.html
- anchor: #n1799545
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社大広、一般財団法人ネイチャープレナー・ジャパン、日本生態学会、日本森林学会、東京大学、国立環境研究所、立教大学、京都大学

Facts:
- Launched on August 1, 2026
- Entries will open on Monday, August 3, 2026, to companies, local governments and other corporations nationwide (including educational institutions, NPOs, public-interest corporations, etc.)
- 2026年9月18日（金）18:00必着

## Talk directly with award-winning university students! Some workshops for the “4th FES Contest®,” being held nationwide, will be special sessions

- Published: 2026-08-03T16:32:54+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000063.000165189.html
- anchor: #n1799546
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人日本金融教育支援機構、ゆうちょ銀行、東京大学、一橋大学、関西大学、大分経理専門学校、高崎経済大学、同志社大学、静岡大学、関西外国語大学

Facts:
- 4th FES Contest
- Vertical videos from 45 to 60 seconds long
- June 15, 2026–September 15, 2026
- 1グループの上限人数を4人とします

## Endeavor, one of the world’s largest entrepreneur networks, joins the ecosystem working group of 一般社団法人AIデータ主権共創機構（CODAS）

- Published: 2026-08-03T16:30:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000130005.html
- anchor: #n1799547
- Companies mentioned: Endeavor、一般社団法人エンデバー・ジャパン、一般社団法人AIデータ主権共創機構（CODAS）、Runway

Facts:
- On Friday, July 31, 2026
- Provides support in more than 50 countries worldwide

## クリエイター支援型ショップ、クリエイターズショップ・ループに「綾 tori」「Haya」の2者が出店&イベント開催！

- Published: 2026-08-03T16:30:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000141.000150171.html
- anchor: #n1799548
- Companies mentioned: 綾 tori、Haya、クリエイターズショップ・ループ、国際デザインセンター、公益財団法人名古屋産業振興公社、株式会社ゲイン、中部デザイン団体協議会

Facts:
- A total of 22 participants
- Year-round shop presence for 9 months
- Different brands set up shop approximately every 30 days
- 「綾 tori」と「Haya」の2者が登場
- 1.760 yen (tax included)
- Capacity: 6 people per session