# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-04 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 5 of 10

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 851 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 126 items from 4 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Notice of investment by NYC株式会社 in search fund たすき合同会社

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:12:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000049.000126112.html
- anchor: #n1807623
- Companies mentioned: NYC株式会社、たすき合同会社、三菱商事株式会社、IESE Business School

Facts:
- NYC's 3rd investment in a search fund
- July 31, 2026
- March 2022

## JCB、徳島大正銀行と「とくぎんJCBビジネスデビット」の発行開始

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:11:33+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001432.000011361.html
- anchor: #n1807624
- Companies mentioned: JCB、徳島大正銀行、トモニカード、トモニホールディングス

Facts:
- JCB-affiliated merchants in Japan and overseas (approximately 72 million stores)

## 海外法令の把握から社内教育までの課題を一貫解決！弁護士法人Global HR Strategy、「外国人雇用支援クラウドシリーズ」にて14カ国の法令和訳版や実務書式・研修教材を新たに提供開始

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:19+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000125703.html
- anchor: #n1807625
- Companies mentioned: 弁護士法人Global HR Strategy、株式会社ライトワークス

Facts:
- 14 major sending countries and regions
- 87 new learning materials
- A lineup of 155 learning materials in total
- Approximately 2.57 million foreign nationals are working in Japan
- Advisory contracts worth at least 50,000 yen per month
- Advisory contracts worth at least 200,000 yen per month
- More than 1,800 registered users

## [Bringing Japanese craftsmanship to the world] "Soi YIPUN" to open in Chatuchak, Bangkok, in October 2026. Seeking vendors from companies, local governments, and creators nationwide

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000188261.html
- anchor: #n1807663
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プランク、Chatuchak Weekend Market

Facts:
- Scheduled to open in October 2026
- Site area: approximately 1.13 square kilometers
- Approximately 15,000 or more shops and stalls
- Weekend attendance is said to be 200,000 to 300,000
- Total frontage: approximately 4,760 mm
- Depth: approximately 3,900 mm
- Floor area: approximately 18.6 square meters
- Monthly vendor fee: 55,000 yen (tax included)
- Minimum vendor term: 6 months

## Just send a photo of your foot shape from your smartphone! A professional selects the right pair for you. Functional insoles "aSole" now on sale in Japan

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000182962.html
- anchor: #n1807662
- Companies mentioned: 有限会社三和サービス、aSole

Facts:
- 3 types: High, Medium, and Low
- On sale in Japan from August 3, 2026
- Retail price: from 12,980 yen (tax included)
- Approximately 30 stores and sales locations
- Approximately 22,000 people attended

## R Tree Innovation to gradually release its "Methodology for Business Transformation," key to organization-led business transformation, for Japanese companies

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000186883.html
- anchor: #n1807661
- Companies mentioned: アールツリー・イノベーション株式会社、BIZBOK、TOGAF

Facts:
- "Business Concept Development (14 steps)"
- "Business Design (21 steps)"
- "Project Planning (9 steps)"
- Since its development in 2012

## Japan's first coconut specialty store, ココウェル, to launch "Coco Crunch," a new snack made with more than 90% organic coconut, on World Coconut Day, September 2. A portion of sales will go toward scholarships for children in the Philippines

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000175180.html
- anchor: #n1807660
- Companies mentioned: ココウェル、フィリピン貿易産業省（DTI）、ミンダナオ州立大学ナアワン校

Facts:
- Made with more than 90% organic coconut ingredients
- 1袋ご購入ごとに5円が
- Suggested retail price: 540 yen (tax included)
- Net weight: 60 g
- A specialty store with 22 years of experience working with coconuts

## Toshimasa Takahashi's column featured in the opening essay, "Platanus," in Weekly Japan Medical News

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000161632.html
- anchor: #n1807659
- Companies mentioned: としまさラボ株式会社、日本医事新報社、トロント大学、トロント・ウェスタン病院、大阪大学、NewsPicks

Facts:
- I also serve as an official ProPicker for NewsPicks. I value opportunities to share my expertise widely with society and to think together with you about the future of medicine, research, and policy. Encouraged by this feature, I will continue to devote myself even more to advancing basic research and clinical applications related to aging and metabolic diseases. I would be grateful for opportunities to collaborate on research, business, or information exchange with researchers, healthcare professionals, and companies interested in these fields. I sincerely appreciate your continued guidance and support. [Official website]https://toshimasa-lab.com/ [Wikipedia]https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E9%AB%98%E6%A9%8B%E5%88%A9%E5%8C%A1 [X]https://x.com/T_Toshimasa1215 [NewsPicks]https://newspicks.com/user/11232363/

## Unlocking human potential through passion, not "evaluation." ASOND simultaneously launches "PLAY ID" and "PLAY DESIGN"

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000172890.html
- anchor: #n1807658
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ASOND、Founding Partners

Facts:
- Applications open to a limited number of 30 companies for the first cohort
- Events to be held on August 25 and 27, 2026

## Event management service "イベット" launches — one URL for announcements, questions, and voting on the day

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000176265.html
- anchor: #n1807657
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クロスエッジ、イベット

Facts:
- Free plans for event-day tools limit the number of participants to around 40–100

## 半導体Jobエージェント surpasses 1,000 registered users. Drawing on the expertise of former semiconductor engineers, it has built a proprietary talent pool to address hiring challenges at semiconductor-related companies.

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000149740.html
- anchor: #n1807656
- Companies mentioned: 半導体Jobエージェント、合同会社3rd Place

Facts:
- 66% are semiconductor engineers ready to contribute immediately
- 16 years of experience as a semiconductor engineer

## Students and others conduct research and development on "chat AI that children want to talk to"

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000061718.html
- anchor: #n1807655
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人コミュニケーションワーカー支援機構、エースチャイルド株式会社

Facts:
- Entering its 8th year
- Approximately 20 university students

## 株式会社EISHIN enters into a capital and business alliance with 株式会社Regrit Partners

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000149058.html
- anchor: #n1807654
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社EISHIN、株式会社Regrit Partners、ONE CAREER

Facts:
- Customer review rating: 4.37
- Approximately 50,000 companies

## ZUCCa/A-net Inc. to launch a new line, "ZUCCa métier," in August 2026

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000155970.html
- anchor: #n1807653
- Companies mentioned: ZUCCa/A-net Inc.、ZUCCa、和歌山県

Facts:
- 9 materials
- 31 styles
- More than 3,400 needles

## Summer style trends revealed: "About 90% say summer fashion becomes simple." A bag alone doesn't complete the look.

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000164460.html
- anchor: #n1807652
- Companies mentioned: エルメス、カルティエ、ブルガリ、ヴァンク リーフ＆アーペル、ティファニー、株式会社よちか、YOCHIKA

Facts:
- Respondents said, "My outfits are simpler in summer than in other seasons"
- They said, "I feel my summer outfits are missing something"
- "Adds an accent to simple outfits"
- Seasonal feel
- Ease of styling
- Long-lasting use
- ティファニー
- カルティエ
- エルメス
- ブルガリ
- ヴァンク リーフ＆アーペル
- ティファニー HardWear
- カルティエ Love bracelet

## Suzuka Kanai, Director of the Professional Services Division 1 at 株式会社ブリッジワン, to speak at the 8th Cross-Industry Networking Event [Enzukuri-kai], hosted by Tokyo Appraisal

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000181336.html
- anchor: #n1807651
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ブリッジワン、東京商工リサーチ、株式会社東京アプレイザル

Facts:
- There were 4 bankruptcies among tax accountant and accounting firms in the first half of 2026
- More than 20 types of solutions
- Trust and networks built over 45 years

## Get an AI-powered estimated price on the spot. Minami Nippon House launches "鹿児島の不動産売却・査定窓口," a real estate sale valuation site for Kagoshima.

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000034488.html
- anchor: #n1807650
- Companies mentioned: 南日本ハウス株式会社、鹿児島の不動産売却・査定窓口

Facts:
- Over 40 years rooted in the community
- More than 500 property sales annually
- Aug. 1, 2026

## 25 years of opening up the future of the industry with wooden products from Sabae, a production center for 越前漆器. Wooden goods brand “Hacoa” will launch its 25th anniversary project on Saturday, Aug. 1, 2026

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000077445.html
- anchor: #n1807649
- Companies mentioned: Hacoa、株式会社Hacoa、越前漆器

Facts:
- The brand celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2026
- A commemorative product limited to 25 pieces, showcasing traditional techniques
- Business card case “Card Case Gentle” Price: 16,830 yen (tax included)
- Key holder “KEYRING 001” Price: 2,530 yen (tax included)
- Participation fee: 9,350 yen (tax included)
- A gift for members who spend at least 3,300 yen (tax included) during the campaign
- A gift for members who spend at least 10,000 yen (tax included) during the campaign

## 株式会社DREAM PONY donates to the New International Welfare College, launching an initiative to support a place that “trains the next generation of welfare professionals”

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000171329.html
- anchor: #n1807648
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社DREAM PONY、専門学校新国際福祉カレッジ、厚生労働省

Facts:
- Approximately 2.72 million care workers will be needed in fiscal 2040
- There were approximately 2.15 million care workers in fiscal 2022
- An additional approximately 570,000 workers will be needed
- Approximately 2.4 million workers will be needed as of fiscal 2026
- [Capital] 50,000,000 yen
- [Employees] 39

## 「面接で聞きづらい本音」1位は残業時間の実態（63.9%）。377人に聞いた「本当は知りたかった企業情報」

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000025.000174490.html
- anchor: #n1807647
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エフペリ、Career Reveal

Facts:
- The reality of overtime (63.9%)
- Employee turnover rate (41.1%)
- How annual income increases and the reality of raises (39.0%)
- Overtime hours 75.9%
- Average annual income, how income increases and the raise system 65.5%
- The atmosphere among supervisors and at the workplace 56.2%

## Spark Research (スパークリサーチ) publishes a case study on AI research adoption at 株式会社Morght

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000029.000062458.html
- anchor: #n1807646
- Companies mentioned: Spark Research、スパークリサーチ、株式会社Morght、NELL、株式会社pow、Panasonic Connect

Facts:
- Even for a group of 10 people, it takes 3–4 weeks from start to finish
- The research period was cut in half, to 1–2 weeks
- The scale of the target group also rapidly expanded to dozens or hundreds of people
- Just 3 days after the research was completed, the findings could be brought to an internal approval meeting for decision-making

## The best cooling performance in Captain Stag history: “Vacuum-Insulated Super Cold Cooler Box” goes on sale

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000033.000063924.html
- anchor: #n1807645
- Companies mentioned: キャプテンスタッグ株式会社

Facts:
- Ice remains in the 45L model through day 7
- An astonishing cooling performance of about “2 times” that of ordinary cooler boxes

## [Returning this year] “TRPG Market Online 2026,” where the world of TRPG expands in a virtual space, set to be held on リバコ!

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000034.000013440.html
- anchor: #n1807644
- Companies mentioned: しくみ製作所株式会社、ダイスタス・チーム、TRPGマーケットオンライン事務局

Facts:
- More than 2,000 participants
- Used more than 1万 times
- Reached more than 4,000 uses
- Exceeded 7,000 uses
- Recorded more than 5,000 uses

## Obtained certification to the international information security management system standard “ISO/IEC 27001:2022”

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000040.000143937.html
- anchor: #n1807643
- Companies mentioned: CalTa株式会社、TRANCITY

Facts:
- Currently used by more than 10,000 users
- July 6, 2026

## x3d begins free distribution of its “AI Employee Creation Kit” and releases “AIDD Entry Training” for AI developers

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000041.000114743.html
- anchor: #n1807642
- Companies mentioned: x3d株式会社、クロスサード

Facts:
- A track record of corporate training for more than 1,800 companies
- 6 hours of hands-on equipment experience
- 4 questions, 30 seconds

## [Fuefuki City, Yamanashi Prefecture] 石和健康ランド to reopen its self-service löyly sauna, “Isaken SAUNA,” after renovations on Aug. 1

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000044.000151784.html
- anchor: #n1807641
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クア・アンド・ホテル、石和健康ランド、信州健康ランド、駿河健康ランド、HARVIA

Facts:
- Reopening after renovations on Saturday, Aug. 1, 2026
- The property has a total of 220 guest rooms
- Opened in Fuefuki City, Yamanashi Prefecture, on June 22, 1989
- Established: October 1979

## 【業務引き継ぎに関する実態調査】74%が「既存マニュアルは不十分」。良くない資料の1位は「情報が古い・誤っている」

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000049.000163598.html
- anchor: #n1807640
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社taiziii、シャープファイナンス

Facts:
- Just 26.0% said they were “adequate”
- “Outdated or incorrect information” ranked first at 62.5%
- “Insufficient information” ranked second (59.5%)
- “Gives an overview of the work” was the most common response (56.5%)
- “Comprehensive information” followed closely at 51.5%
- “Easy to search” also exceeded 40%, at 43.5%
- “Unable to grasp the overall picture” was cited by 38.0%
- Valid responses: 200
- Large companies with 1,000 or more employees

## 46.2% of cryptocurrency investors have considered or switched exchanges because of fees; the top reason for considering fees high is “withdrawal fees,” at 26.4%

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000061.000178703.html
- anchor: #n1807639
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Clabo、GMOコイン、Coincheck、bitFlyer、SBI VCトレード、MEXC、Bybit

Facts:
- “Withdrawal fees are high” was the most common response at 26.4%
- Of these, 115 people (22.3% of the total) had already switched
- “The fee structure is hard to understand” was cited by 22.7%
- “I am concerned about how it relates to taxes” was cited by 30.7%
- GMOコイン 15.1%
- Coincheck 14.0%
- bitFlyer 12.4%
- Exchanges currently used (multiple answers allowed): GMOコイン 23.9%
- Coincheck 20.8%
- bitFlyer 15.9%
- Generation Z (52.0%) was 14.0 percentage points higher than the Bubble and New Human generations (38.0%)

## [First location in Gunma Prefecture] Luxury goods buyer ブラリバ高崎問屋町店 to open in Takasaki City, Gunma Prefecture, on Aug. 4, 2026

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000063.000128181.html
- anchor: #n1807638
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社STAYGOLD、株式会社ライズアップ、ブラリバ高崎問屋町店、BRING、ブラリバ、WASTE_NOT by BRING、BRING WARDROBE NEWS、Revalue News Media

Facts:
- This will be the franchise's 5th location nationwide
- Tuesday, August 4, 2026
- Employees: 686 (as of April 2026)
- Capital: 90 million yen

## Pizza takeout specialist joins the ranks of “delivery favorites”; 2 locations selected simultaneously about 3 months after introducing 出前館

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000064.000176421.html
- anchor: #n1807637
- Companies mentioned: 有限会社ナチュラルスマイル、出前館、ナチュラルスマイルピザ

Facts:
- Review rating: 4.7, 54 reviews
- Review rating: 4.8, 48 reviews
- August 2026
- 3 locations: Nakayama Main Store, Takeoka Store and Ijuin Store
- 8 popular pizzas
- Through August 31, 2026

## SOYOKAZE, with 1.1万 employees, introduces an early wage payment system to improve hiring conditions and enhance employee benefits; operations begin in August 2026

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000067.000034852.html
- anchor: #n1807636
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SOYOKAZE、株式会社リクルート

Facts:
- 57.9% among people in their 10s and 20s
- 45.5% among people in their 30s
- Total responses: n=10,003
- Respondents in their 10s to 30s (n=1,224)

## Free webinar: Daihatsu × Honda × Teradata | How will AI change car development, and how will organizations change? | Live stream on Sept. 2 (Wed.) at 13:30

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000085.000028236.html
- anchor: #n1807635
- Companies mentioned: ダイハツ工業株式会社、株式会社本田技術研究所、日本テラデータ株式会社、株式会社InBridges、ReVision Auto&Mobility

Facts:
- Sept. 2, 2026 (Wed.), 13:30–15:20
- 13:30
- 15:20

## “METAWATER Water-Sprinkling Campaign 2026” held

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000145.000129356.html
- anchor: #n1807634
- Companies mentioned: メタウォーター株式会社、株式会社JR東日本ビルディング、日本管財株式会社、東京都下水道局

Facts:
- Now in its 18th year
- A total of 15 venues
- A total of 76 people took part
- The temperature near the ground fell by about 1 degree

## 株式会社FinT launches “Inbound Marketing Support Plan” leveraging its global locations

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000168.000044523.html
- anchor: #n1807633
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社FinT、日本政府観光局(JNTO)

Facts:
- A track record of providing social media marketing support to more than 400 companies
- The annual number of visitors to Japan in 2025 was 42.68 million
- The cumulative total for the first half of 2026 also exceeded 21.08 million

## REVISIO, which collects attention data on TV commercials, shares tips for successful “new company name” ads based on case studies

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000225.000051361.html
- anchor: #n1807632
- Companies mentioned: REVISIO株式会社、Umios、第一ライフグループ、ヨドコウ、NTTドコモビジネス、東京海上ダイレクト、TVISION INSIGHTS株式会社、東京証券取引所

Facts:
- A record-high 74 listed companies changed their names in 2025
- Used by more than 250 clients in Japan to date
- 2,000 households in the Kanto region
- 600 households in the Kansai region

## From cosmopolitan Shanghai to the hell of the atomic bomb: “Shanghai 1937: Eve of War” chronicles the events leading up to the catastrophic outbreak of war between Japan, China and the United States

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000239.000049367.html
- anchor: #n1807631
- Companies mentioned: ハート出版、毎日ワンズ、高木書房、作品社

Facts:
- B6 size, softcover, 318 pages
- List price: 2,000 yen (before tax)
- Shanghai 1937: Eve of War

## Promo Tool’s scent sample “Aroma Tester” surpasses cumulative sales of 12.5 million units

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000283.000023783.html
- anchor: #n1807630
- Companies mentioned: プロモツール株式会社、JAL、飛鳥Ⅲ、万平ホテル、さいたま市、コーセー、資生堂

Facts:
- Cumulative sales surpassed 12.5 million units as of July 2026
- Aroma Tester’s fragrance lasts about 12 times longer than conventional bead-type samples
- Cuts operating costs for scent samples to 1/10 or less of the previous level

## Event report: Co-hosted with あずさ監査法人, the “Networking Event for Business Leaders and CxOs” brought together about 30 startup executives aiming for an IPO!

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000290.000054393.html
- anchor: #n1807629
- Companies mentioned: あずさ監査法人、株式会社IR Robotics、株式会社FUNDINNO

Facts:
- 32 executives took part

## Held Aug. 9–16: A 30-minute practical guide to “ChatGPT advertising,” which will shape second-half customer acquisition strategies—free webinar on generative AI advertising, offered on 3 dates!

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000421.000061977.html
- anchor: #n1807628
- Companies mentioned: KOBUSHI MARKETING合同会社、合同会社A&C、Peatix、KOBUSHI BEER

Facts:
- A community with 5,000 members
- A network of 10,000 people
- About 85 companies are participating
- Monthly fee: 30,000 yen

## Labor and social security attorney warning: Careless failure to submit can result in a fine of up to 500,000 yen. Risks of retroactive claims if you forget to submit the July “standard remuneration report,” and urgent steps companies should take

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000564.000118219.html
- anchor: #n1807627
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人クレア人財育英協会、株式会社SA

Facts:
- Imprisonment for up to 6 months
- More than 750 people nationwide

## Celebrating the conclusion of “The New Prince of Tennis” on Aug. 4! Mecha Comic launches a campaign offering up to 247 episodes for free

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000681.000022277.html
- anchor: #n1807626
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社めちゃコミック、集英社

Facts:
- Up to 247 episodes free
- A story spanning 27 years
- First 30 episodes available for free
- 1日最大12話ずつ読み進める
- Up to 750 episodes free
- First 36 episodes available for free
- 1日最大20話ずつ読み進める

## TOPPAN Speciality Films wins awards in 3 categories at India’s “10th CII National Energy Efficiency Circle Competition 2026”

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:09:33+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001949.000033034.html
- anchor: #n1807664
- Companies mentioned: TOPPANホールディングス、TOPPAN、TOPPAN Speciality Films Private Limited、TSF、インド工業連盟、Confederation of Indian Industry、CII

Facts:
- Awards won in 3 categories
- “10th CII National Energy Efficiency Circle Competition 2026”
- Held July 2–3, 2026

## Launch of 介護障害福祉M＆A支援センター, an M&A matching service specializing in the nursing care and disability welfare sectors

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:08:53+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000172863.html
- anchor: #n1807665
- Companies mentioned: tocotoco株式会社、介護障害福祉M＆A支援センター

Facts:
- Provides disability welfare services at more than 2,000 locations nationwide

## CIOTA × URBAN RESEARCH: Colorfast denim set-up arrives

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:08:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001614.000003710.html
- anchor: #n1807666
- Companies mentioned: CIOTA、URBAN RESEARCH、株式会社アーバンリサーチ

Facts:
- Price: ¥46,200 (tax incl.)
- Price: ¥35,200 (tax incl.)
- Aug. 13, 2026 (Thu.)

## Company to take its name from the “puchi-puchi” popping sound: changing its name to プチプチ株式会社 on Oct. 1, 2026

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:05:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000041.000076277.html
- anchor: #n1807667
- Companies mentioned: 川上産業株式会社、プチプチ株式会社、Putiputi Co., Ltd

Facts:
- The recycled-material content of Puchi Puchi® rose from 44% in fiscal 2008 to 98% in fiscal 2025
- Recovery of air-cushion packaging, including Puchi Puchi®, expanded from 20 tons in 2023 to 198 tons in 2025
- The number of Puchi Puchi recycling boxes installed also rose from 20 in 2021 to 404 in 2025

## “HOTEL ON\OFF” to open in Shintomicho on Aug. 17, 2026; reservations open Aug. 3

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:05:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000059805.html
- anchor: #n1807668
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社7garden、HOTEL ON\OFF、フュージョン資産マネジメント株式会社、東レ建設株式会社、つくる地所株式会社

Facts:
- All guest rooms are deluxe twins measuring 34㎡
- Accommodates up to 5 guests
- Standard rates from 40,000 yen
- Limited-time opening rate for the first 3 months: from 35,000 yen
- Discount: 20% off the standard rate

## “non tea lounge,” a well-being lounge specializing in decaffeinated and caffeine-free drinks, holds “Preview Day” for a multisensory brand experience

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:05:19+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000187060.html
- anchor: #n1807669
- Companies mentioned: non tea lounge、Re:18、CARELISTA

Facts:
- Established: January 2019

## 【プルマン東京田町】和栗や林檎、洋梨など旬の果物が集結！秋の実りを味わう「"秋の味覚"アフタヌーンティー」

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:04:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001020.000052177.html
- anchor: #n1807670
- Companies mentioned: プルマン東京田町、アコー、ロンネフェルト、KAOKA

Facts:
- ・2-hour seating: ¥7,500
- ・3-hour seating: ¥8,000
- ・Unlimited seating: ¥8,500

## 【初コラボ】サンリオ人気キャラクター「クロミ」×SHIROHATOオリジナルブランド「MCP」｜「大人可愛い」ノンワイヤーブラセットを8月4日（火）発売

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:02:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000092.000026346.html
- anchor: #n1807671
- Companies mentioned: サンリオ、株式会社 白鳩、MCP

Facts:
- The price is 2,970 yen (tax included).
- Sales for the fiscal year ended February 2025 were 6.2 billion yen.

## With PC prices continuing to soar, consider Mac. Exhibiting at “IT & General Affairs DXPO Tokyo ’26 Summer” on Aug. 20 (Thu.)–21 (Fri.), 2026

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:02:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000362.000004669.html
- anchor: #n1807672
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Too、Apple、ブティックス株式会社、Jamf、Iru、Okta

Facts:
- Aug. 20 (Thu.)–21 (Fri.), 2026
- Aug. 21 (Fri.), 10:00–10:40

## KONAMI J.B.STAR, the competitive team from コナミスポーツクラブ’s dance school, wins the world championship!

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:01:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000245.000056940.html
- anchor: #n1807673
- Companies mentioned: コナミスポーツ株式会社、コナミスポーツクラブ、ソニーネットワークコミュニケーションズ株式会社

Facts:
- 94 facilities nationwide
- 17 and under
- 10–40 people
- 17 consecutive appearances at the world championships

## Summer is the time to “carry perfume with you.” We suggest a more casual, flexible way to carry your favorite perfume with Perfume Pod.

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:59+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000165490.html
- anchor: #n1807674
- Companies mentioned: TRAVALO JAPAN株式会社、Perfume Pod

Facts:
- Retail price: ¥2,200 (tax included)
- Price: ¥1,650 (tax included)
- Retail price: ¥1,320 (tax included)

## Costs in the transport industry: 90% feel they have risen, but fewer than 30% have been able to pass them on

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:50+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000120.000071415.html
- anchor: #n1807675
- Companies mentioned: アセンド株式会社、全日本トラック協会、国土交通省、中小企業庁、株式会社船井総研サプライチェーンコンサルティング、株式会社シーアールイー、都築電気株式会社、株式会社Azoop

Facts:
- 直近1年で運送原価が5%以上上昇したと感じる会社は89.9%にのぼる
- Only 54 of 198 companies (27.3%) have been able to pass at least half of the increase on to freight rates
- 50.5% of companies also feel that costs have risen by 10% or more
- 60.1% of companies record and compile cost data across the organization
- Only about 1 in 4 companies (27.3%) have been able to use that data for analysis and improvement
- The gap in cost-management progress was 21.0 percentage points, or about 2 times
- Only companies able to “put costs to use” stood out, at 40.7%
- Among companies that calculate costs by route and project, 35.2% were able to pass on “at least half” of rising costs
- More than 2 times the rate for companies that only calculate costs company-wide or by sales office (16.1%)
- Companies able to put cost data to use combine an average of 3.96 measures, including freight-rate negotiations

## Weekdays only: A great-value fair at Kozo Sushi through Aug. 31 (Mon.)! Packed with popular toppings♪ The “Packed Fair” is on now!

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:49+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000478.000063326.html
- anchor: #n1807676
- Companies mentioned: KOZOホールディングス株式会社、株式会社小僧寿し

Facts:
- Tuna-packed sushi Tuna-packed sushi ¥830 (¥896 incl. tax)
- Tuna-packed rice bowl Tuna-packed rice bowl ¥880 (¥950 incl. tax)

## ニューテック begins sales of Cloudy6 NAS/Windows 2025

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000126.000029473.html
- anchor: #n1807677
- Companies mentioned: ニューテック、サクサ株式会社、サクサグループ、インテル、Microsoft

Facts:
- To begin in August 2026
- Maintenance contracts of up to 7 years

## X Mile raises ¥3.17 billion in Series C funding, bringing its total funding to ¥6.96 billion

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000214.000063503.html
- anchor: #n1807678
- Companies mentioned: X Mile、Vertex Growth、ALPHA、SMBC日興証券、SOMPO Growth Partners、東京大学エッジキャピタル（UTEC）、SMBCベンチャーキャピタル、Minerva Growth Partners、日本郵政キャピタル、JPSグロース・インベストメント、NXグループ、セイノーホールディングス、日本郵政グループ、損保ジャパン

Facts:
- More than 1.2 million registered job seekers to date
- More than 30,000 business locations have adopted the service
- ARR (annual recurring revenue) year-over-year growth exceeds 90%
- Adoption among major transport companies with fleets of 1,000 or more vehicles has exceeded approximately 70%

## [ホテル日航プリンセス京都] Fall indulgence: “Japanese Chestnut Mont Blanc” goes on sale Sept. 1

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:22+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004313.000002213.html
- anchor: #n1807679
- Companies mentioned: ホテル日航プリンセス京都、株式会社オークラ ニッコー ホテルマネジメント

Facts:
- From Sept. 1 (Tue.) through Oct. 31 (Sat.), 2026
- ¥2,800 (tax included)

## New T-shirts from the TV anime ブルーロック go on sale at Animate stores nationwide and through Animate’s online store on Aug. 8! Featuring newly drawn illustrations of Isagi, Rin and 8 others

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:16+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008743.000016756.html
- anchor: #n1807680
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アニメイト、講談社、ブルーロック

Facts:
- 300 high school students
- 60 million copies
- ¥3,850 each
- Aug. 8–Aug. 30
- 1,100 yen

## VITAL DESIGN becomes an official partner of “Fujinokijinjibu (F-DRivE),” a public-private-financial-sector consortium in 富士市, Shizuoka Prefecture

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000179045.html
- anchor: #n1807681
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社VITAL DESIGN、Catalyst Entertainment合同会社、富士市、富士商工会議所、富士市商工会、富士信用金庫

Facts:
- Aug. 1, 2026
- April 15, 2026

## 高知大学・須崎市・CoIUが連携。3者の共創から、地域の新たな価値を生み出す連携モデルを始動

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000058.000089397.html
- anchor: #n1807682
- Companies mentioned: 高知大学、須崎市、CoIU、学校法人CoIU、希望創発センター、OTOYO事業、海のまちプロジェクト

Facts:
- The agreement was signed on Aug. 3 (Mon.), 2026
- CoIU, which opened in April 2026
- Around 6,000 students study there
- Planned locations for CoIU satellite campuses across 16 regions of Japan

## [Starting Aug. 5] “Color Choice,” an event featuring colorful items in a variety of materials, designed to make choosing fun, will be held at BASIC AND ACCENT stores nationwide.

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000065.000162482.html
- anchor: #n1808165

Starting Aug. 5, 2026, BASIC AND ACCENT will hold “Color Choice,” an event featuring colorful lifestyle goods, at its stores nationwide and online. With the joy of choosing as its theme, the event will showcase items made from a range of materials and attract consumer interest.

## NECプラットフォームズ、ものづくり人財が主役となる「ものづくりの日」を開催

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000067.000127290.html
- anchor: #n1808164
- Companies mentioned: NECプラットフォームズ、NECスペーステクノロジー株式会社、NECネットワーク・センサ株式会社、一般社団法人 日本溶接協会

Facts:
- The event marks its 12th year
- 1 first-class certified electronics assembly technician
- 2 manual soldering operators certified in microsoldering technology

## Katsuya Okuma and Rikuto Fukuda of クボタスピアーズ船橋・東京ベイ pay a courtesy visit to Kuriyama Motors

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000069.000011322.html
- anchor: #n1808163
- Companies mentioned: 栗山自動車工業株式会社、クボタスピアーズ船橋・東京ベイ

Facts:
- Report on the conclusion of the 2025-26 season
- Played in an official match for the first time in about 7 years

## [Directly connected to JR Osaka Station and Umeda Station] ベーカリーレストランBAQET Links Umeda store reopens with a major upgrade on Aug. 11 (Tue.)!

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000070.000075032.html
- anchor: #n1808162
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社サンマルクホールディングス、ベーカリーレストランBAQET、BAKERY RESTAURANT C

Facts:
- Beef cheek braised in red wine: ¥2,090 (¥2,299 incl. tax)
- Young chicken involtini with spinach and mushrooms: ¥1,690 (¥1,859 incl. tax)
- Young chicken braised in tomato sauce: ¥1,590 (¥1,749 incl. tax)
- Cabbage rolls and sausage pot-au-feu: ¥1,590 (¥1,749 incl. tax)
- 15 varieties available at all times

## [京丹波町, Kyoto Prefecture] “Kyotamba Editorial Team” launches, bringing together everyone connected to the community to share the story of Kyotamba

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000076.000049120.html
- anchor: #n1808161
- Companies mentioned: 京丹波町、NPO法人京丹波イノベーションラボ

Facts:
- About 10 participants wanted
- Late August, Reiwa 8 (kickoff)–March, Reiwa 9 (planned)

## Web-based internal newsletter “SOLANOWA” makes full case studies public, including other companies’ operating structures and changes after adoption

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000077.000019694.html
- anchor: #n1808160
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フューチャースピリッツ、SOLANOWA

Facts:
- More than 1 million cumulatively

## nana-nana × Skater JOHN 初のコラボレーションバッグを8月4日より発売 京都髙島屋S.C.にて先行販売開始

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000077.000070537.html
- anchor: #n1808159
- Companies mentioned: コネクト株式会社、nana-nana、Skater JOHN、髙島屋

Facts:
- <Price> ¥9,900 (tax included)
- コネクト株式会社 since its founding in 2014

## [More than 100 associations nationwide] Supporting sole proprietors with tax returns! More Blue Return Associations now offer “Jobcan Blue Return”

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000078.000001113.html
- anchor: #n1808158
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ジョブカン会計、一般社団法人 成田青色申告会

Facts:
- The cumulative number of Blue Return Associations nationwide has surpassed 100
- Used by more than 270,000 people cumulatively across the series

## 株式会社Scalar releases “ScalarDB 3.19,” significantly strengthening data consistency management in microservices

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000078.000037795.html
- anchor: #n1808157
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Scalar、Quarkus、MicroProfile

Facts:
- Version 3.19

## [Marking its 2nd anniversary] Take on a summer vacation project with Hiragana Mahjong “ひらがな麻雀『ひらがじゃん』”! 9 ideas by grade level now available

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000078.000054796.html
- anchor: #n1808156
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NEXT、ひらがな麻雀『ひらがじゃん』

Facts:
- Cumulative sales of the series have surpassed 100,000 units
- Card edition: ¥1,650 (tax included)
- Mahjong tile edition: ¥4,980 (tax included)

## Reaching around 120,000 people ahead of launch: “Yoi Peel,” a new exfoliating serum that softens skin with moisture

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000080.000051691.html
- anchor: #n1808155
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社北の達人コーポレーション、北の快適工房

Facts:
- Around 120,000 people tried it in advance
- ¥7,370 including tax
- ¥6,700 before tax
- Net volume: 18 ml
- About 1,500 quality checks

## [Survey] The role of soundproof homes is changing. Demand for soundproofing is expanding beyond playing instruments to video streaming, gaming commentary and working from home

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000080.000087206.html
- anchor: #n1808154
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社リブラン、Freeasy、ミュージション

Facts:
- A “Longitudinal Survey on Soundproofing (conducted in June 2026)” was carried out among 600 men and women aged 20 to 60 nationwide.
- “Playing musical instruments” remained the most common response at 56.49%.
- “Hobbies such as watching movies and listening to music” accounted for 46.50%.
- “Working from home and web conferences” accounted for 39%.
- “Video streaming and gaming commentary” accounted for 32.49%.
- The number of people currently waiting to move in (LINE official account registrants) has exceeded 17,000.
- The average annual occupancy rate remains at 99.3%.

## A giant Snorlax appears in Yokohama?! BB Media to handle overall planning for the event marking the 3rd anniversary of the release of Pokémon Sleep!

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000081.000014399.html
- anchor: #n1808153
- Companies mentioned: ビービーメディア株式会社、株式会社ポケモン、三菱地所株式会社、トヨタ自動車株式会社、SELECT BUTTON inc.

Facts:
- From July 17 (Fri.) to August 23 (Sun.), 2026

## Text-calling app Jiffcy adds support for taking photos with the rear camera for “Dots,” further expanding photo-taking possibilities

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000081.000036471.html
- anchor: #n1808152
- Companies mentioned: Jiffcy、株式会社Jiffcy、日経トレンディ、AMD Award

Facts:
- Ranked among 日経トレンディ’s “2025 Top 30 Hit Products”
- The 31st AMD Award

## KYC Consulting begins collaboration with 日本リユース機構

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000082.000044602.html
- anchor: #n1808151
- Companies mentioned: KYCコンサルティング株式会社、日本リユース機構、株式会社エス・ピー・ネットワーク

Facts:
- Enables checks for ties to antisocial forces and compliance issues in as little as 0.4 seconds
- The cumulative number of companies adopting the service stands at 2,000.

## [Back by popular demand in August] Peak summer brings a rush of salon bookings! First-time hair appointments through Nailie Beauty are effectively up to half price

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000084.000029775.html
- anchor: #n1808150
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ネイリー、Nailie Beauty

Facts:
- Up to 50% back in points
- Up to 5,000 points
- Total app downloads: More than 3.7 million
- Registered beauty professionals: More than 46,000

## [Opening August 1] Creating a place where people with disabilities can work with peace of mind through “さかい珈琲 × welfare”

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000084.000084175.html
- anchor: #n1808149
- Companies mentioned: 社会福祉法人 檸檬会、さかい珈琲、レイモンドマーケット三郷、ソーシャルインクルージョンヴィレッジ

Facts:
- Capacity: 20 people
- Store floor area: 78 tsubo
- Seating capacity: 28
- Parking: Space for 29 cars
- Number of staff: 2,109 (as of April 2026)

## CENTER OF SYNERGY FUND, IGPVP’s general fund, invests in 株式会社TAIAN, which operates a wedding and banquet platform

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000084.000097774.html
- anchor: #n1808148
- Companies mentioned: イグニション・ポイント ベンチャーパートナーズ株式会社、CENTER OF SYNERGY FUND、株式会社TAIAN、J．フロント リテイリング株式会社、イオンモール株式会社、大和ハウスベンチャーズ株式会社、東邦ガス株式会社、日本政策投資銀行

Facts:
- A celebration market worth approximately ¥20 trillion

## 《Event Report》 “Building a Town in Minecraft!! — Summer Independent Research with 1000 Elementary School Students, 2026 —”

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000085.000102455.html
- anchor: #n1808147
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KUL、eスタジアム株式会社、株式会社マウスコンピューター

Facts:
- With 1000 elementary school students
- A total of 478 elementary school students and their guardians took part
- Each participant spent 1 hour creating something at the event

## Launch of GENBA-Doctor, an AI system for small-scale concrete inspections

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000086.000044685.html
- anchor: #n1808146
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イクシス、国土交通省

Facts:
- Technology number: BR010070

## 24時間365日、訪問見積り申込の電話受付が可能に夜間22:00～7:00はAIが受付対応

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000087.000050616.html
- anchor: #n1808145
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社サカイ引越センター

Facts:
- 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
- Overnight, 22:00–7:00
- Since December 2025
- From June 2026

## A temple that has comforted travelers at Okabe-juku on the Old Tokaido for centuries launches new perpetual memorial graves and tree burials to address modern concerns about graves

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000087.000070353.html
- anchor: #n1808144
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エータイ、専称寺

Facts:
- A history spanning more than 430 years
- August 8, 2026
- Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth: 369A

## Launch of MEDily Lipo VC Full, a 100% liposomal vitamin C supplement (chewable, lemon flavor)

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000089.000059954.html
- anchor: #n1808143
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ヘッドスプリング、MEDily

Facts:
- リポソーム化ビタミンCを1日あたり1,000mg配合
- Net quantity: 120 tablets (about a 30-day supply)
- 摂取目安：1日4粒
- Suggested retail price: ¥5,940 (tax included)

## NEW RELEASE〈LEMTOSH Alternative Fit〉

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000090.000026590.html
- anchor: #n1808142
- Companies mentioned: MOSCOT、株式会社アイヴァン

Facts:
- Aug. 7, 2026
- ¥49,500-

## [Survey on long-distance Obon road trips] “Temperature differences between the front and rear seats” and “smartphone battery and overheating issues” caused by heat waves and traffic jams! What comfortable gadgets can ease stress in the car?

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000090.000030950.html
- anchor: #n1808141
- Companies mentioned: ユニオンエタニティ株式会社、モビフルEC、CARZEL

Facts:
- The survey found that 78.7% of respondents were dissatisfied with the air-conditioning environment in their cars.
- As many as 48.9%—about half of respondents—said they had experienced trouble or felt flustered while driving.
- The item is highly popular, with 36.2% of survey respondents saying they would like to purchase it as a comfort-enhancing product.
- A high-output car charger is an essential road-trip item that 25.5% of respondents are eager to purchase.
- Reduce charging waits with combined maximum output of 130 W: “CARZEL cigarette lighter socket”
- Provides wireless fast charging at up to 15 W while effectively “cooling” the smartphone itself.

## [中野製薬株式会社] “Damage Care” launches from ＬＡＤＵＬＬＡ, a hair care brand for adult women

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000090.000074212.html
- anchor: #n1808140
- Companies mentioned: 中野製薬株式会社、ＬＡＤＵＬＬＡ

Facts:
- Goes on sale Friday, September 4, 2026
- ラデュラ ラメラ プライマー １ 化粧品 １，５００ｍｌ
- ラデュラ ラメラ インナーリペア ２ 化粧品 １，５００ｇ
- ラデュラ ラメラ シールド ３ 化粧品 １，５００ｇ
- ラデュラ ラメラ シャンプー 化粧品 ５００ｍｌ ￥４，６２０
- ラデュラ ラメラ シャンプー 化粧品 １，５００ｍｌ ￥９，０２０
- ラデュラ ラメラ リペアメント 化粧品 ５００ｇ ￥６，６００
- ラデュラ ラメラ リペアメント 化粧品 １，５００ｇ ￥１２，１００
- Established: September 1959
- Capital: 100 million yen
- Number of employees: 254

## [Media coverage requests and materials available] Elementary, middle and high school students from across Japan taking part in the 19th Nippon Scout Jamboree to hold street fundraisers and participate in peace education programs

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000091.000059766.html
- anchor: #n1808139
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人ボーイスカウト日本連盟、2026年度 日本万国博覧会記念基金

Facts:
- Roadside Station Tatara Shimanami Park, Omishima: August 5, 6, 8 and 9, 10:00–14:00
- In front of the Machinami Cultural Exchange Center in Onomichi Shopping Street: August 5, 6, 8 and 9, 10:00–14:00
- Fukuyama Castle Park: August 8 and 9, 10:00–14:00
- August 5, 13:30– Visit to the Hiroshima Peace Memorial (Atomic Bomb Dome)
- 14:00– Dedication of paper cranes in front of the Children’s Peace Monument
- 15:00– Visit to the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
- August 6, Attend the Peace Memorial Ceremony
- More than 6,000万人 members are active in 176 countries and regions around the world.

## [日本蓄電池株式会社] Begins receiving power at the NC Omaezaki City Ikeshinden Battery Storage Facility, a grid-scale battery storage facility in Omaezaki, Shizuoka Prefecture

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000094.000161802.html
- anchor: #n1808138
- Companies mentioned: 日本蓄電池株式会社、株式会社カンドー、華為技術日本株式会社

Facts:
- Rated output and capacity: 1,997 kW and 8,128 kWh

## Online pet medical care service “ペットドクター” reveals usage trends by day of the week and time of day for the first time for the first time

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000095.000077866.html
- anchor: #n1808137
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ノーススター、ペットドクター

Facts:
- Sample size: 310 cases
- 土日の1日あたりの相談件数は、平日の約1.3倍にのぼります
- Every day, 18:00–22:00

## 【日本蓄電池株式会社】Begins receiving power at the grid-scale battery storage facility “NC鳥取市気高町2蓄電所” in Tottori City, Tottori Prefecture

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000095.000161802.html
- anchor: #n1808136
- Companies mentioned: 日本蓄電池株式会社、株式会社ワイ・ジャスト、株式会社NExT-e Solutions株式会社

Facts:
- Rated output and capacity: 1,999 kW and 8,322 kWh

## Holding “ゆるっと、まつやま。in Tokyo ～松山暮らしのこと、聞きにこんけん！～,” a gathering for young people interested in moving to Ehime Prefecture

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000096.000030286.html
- anchor: #n1808135
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クリエアナブキ、松山市

Facts:
- Capacity: 20 people
- 松山市 has once again commissioned us to run its “松山市若者・移住者交流会運営事業” for fiscal 2026.

## Wellness space “SALON（サロン）三日月” for restoring mind and body opens August 10 (Monday)

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000098.000043793.html
- anchor: #n1808134
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ホテル三日月、DESIGN PLUS株式会社

Facts:
- Half-body heat therapy: ¥27,500 (60 minutes)
- Full-body heat therapy course: ¥41,800 (90 minutes)
- Full-body heat therapy + localized aroma course: ¥41,800 (90 minutes)
- Fully customized course: ¥55,000 (120 minutes)

## 【Koh Gen Do 2026 Coffret】Featuring the award-winning glossy, dewy-skin® foundation! Special anniversary collection celebrating 40 years, on sale November 2, 2026 (Monday)

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000099.000035796.html
- anchor: #n1808133
- Companies mentioned: 江原道株式会社、Koh Gen Do

Facts:
- A special anniversary collection celebrating 40 years
- Individual price: ¥2,970 (tax included)
- Individual price: ¥3,190 (tax included)
- Individual price: ¥5,060 (tax included)
- More than 1,506 works

## Opens a case consultation desk for attending physicians, aiming for early diagnosis of fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000102.000060898.html
- anchor: #n1808132
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Medii、あいち小児保健医療総合センター

Facts:
- There are 60–84 patients in Japan
- The number worldwide is estimated to be only a few thousand
- Capital: 100 million yen

## 鈴与シンワート to exhibit at “Back Office DXPO Tokyo ’26 [Summer],” held at Tokyo Big Sight on 8/18–19

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000105.000058616.html
- anchor: #n1808131
- Companies mentioned: 鈴与シンワート、鈴与グループ

Facts:
- August 18 (Tuesday)–19 (Wednesday), 2026
- 9:30～17:30
- Until 16:30 on the final day only
- A dedicated team specializing in human resources and payroll operations, with more than 200 members

## 【8/20-21】Exhibiting as a sponsor in 株式会社アイネット’s booth at “IT & Corporate IT DXPO Tokyo '26”

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000106.000048044.html
- anchor: #n1808130
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アイロバ、株式会社アイネット、ブティックス株式会社、株式会社ブロードバンドセキュリティ、株式会社図研ネットウエイブ、チェック・ポイント・ソフトウェア・テクノロジーズ株式会社、東京エレクトロン デバイス株式会社、Cohesity Japan株式会社

Facts:
- August 20 (Thursday) and 21 (Friday), 2026
- August 20 (Thursday), 2026, 09:30–17:30
- August 21 (Friday), 2026, 09:30–16:30
- 1枚で10項目のセキュリティスコアを確認
- We assess your company's cyber risk on a 5-level scale: “A, B, C, D, F”

## 【香川オリーブガイナーズ】Enjoy music, baseball and comedy all at once on Saturday, August 15. Maki Ohguro will perform live and throw the first pitch, and comedy duo “二者面談” will also appear

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000107.000127200.html
- anchor: #n1808129
- Companies mentioned: 香川オリーブガイナーズ球団株式会社、徳島インディゴソックス、大手前高松中学・高等学校

Facts:
- Saturday, August 15, 2026
- 16:00に開場
- 17:00頃から大黒摩季さんによる「Special Live」を開催
- Formed in 2023
- Reached the second round for 2 consecutive years in 2024 and 2025
- A total of 29 players have gone on to NPB and overseas professional leagues

## Family-friendly hands-on event “KIDS FES in さいたま” to be held August 22 and 23

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000108.000096737.html
- anchor: #n1808128
- Companies mentioned: FoodFes株式会社、KIDS FES実行委員会

Facts:
- 2026年8月22日（土）・23日（日）
- More than 10 stores from a variety of genres will gather!
- 13 minutes on foot

## Collect costumes of your favorite characters! “Mini Cos Charm -Disney Princess-,” which can also be used as a key chain or interior decoration, goes on sale

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000109.000016095.html
- anchor: #n1808127
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エポック社、Disney

Facts:
- Price: 1,980 yen (including tax)
- Release date: September 26, 2026 (Saturday)
- Advance sales at the “Disney THE MARKET 2026 Tokyo/Nihonbashi Mitsukoshi venue” from August 5 (Wednesday) to 16 (Sunday), 2026

## モナキ takes on “10-second talk”! The モナキ edition of ファミマTV program “10 (Ten) Seconds Keyword” starts streaming Tuesday, August 4!

- Published: 2026-08-04T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000110.000097469.html
- anchor: #n1808126
- Companies mentioned: モナキ、ファミマTV、株式会社ゲート・ワン、日本クラウン、株式会社データ・ワン、純烈

Facts:
- Answer questions within 10 seconds
- 4-member boy group モナキ
- 1日1,500万人以上が訪れる
- Capital: ¥990 million
- Including ¥495 million in capital reserves