# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-04 15:00–18:00 JST｜Page 3 of 8

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 438 items from 4 sources; Japan, 297 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## 【Report】The Professional Talent Organization and Yano Research Institute hold “A Night of Akira and Seniors Letting Loose.” A lively discussion on snack-bar culture and the value of third places!

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:14:40+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000058.000144400.html
- anchor: #n1809991
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プロ人材機構、株式会社矢野経済研究所、TBS、スナック玉ちゃん赤坂

Facts:
- Annual customer visits: approximately 61.73 million
- Market size: approximately 860 billion yen
- Participation fee: 13,200 yen (tax included)

## 株式会社AirX selected as the lead operator for Nagano Prefecture's “Next-Generation Air Mobility Utilization: Shinshu Model Creation Subsidy”

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:10:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000306.000028531.html
- anchor: #n1809992
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社AirX、株式会社西武ホールディングス、株式会社建設技術研究所、株式会社日本空港コンサルタンツ

Facts:
- Research project undertaken by 4 companies

## 《tama》An exciting “Summer Festival Campaign” to enjoy with your beloved cat

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000331.000011627.html
- anchor: #n1809999
- Companies mentioned: マーケティングパートナー株式会社、たまのおねだり（tama）、J&C

Facts:
- First 500 customers
- 5,500 yen (tax included)
- 1,000-yen coupon usable at tama
- tama Complete Nutrition Eat the Meat Beef & Mackerel 80g (worth 399 yen)
- tama Gourmet Sardines 80g (worth 250 yen)
- J&C Premium Pouch Bonito Flakes 50g (worth 198 yen)

## Different is what lets us become friends. 文研出版 releases “Are We Friends?”

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000387.000032562.html
- anchor: #n1809998
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社新興出版社啓林館、文研出版、フレーベル館、岩崎書店、国土社、PHP研究所、講談社

Facts:
- List price: 1,430 yen (base price 1,300 yen + 10% tax)

## Developed technology to quantitatively assess the effects of CCU in both normal and disaster situations

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000429.000120285.html
- anchor: #n1809997
- Companies mentioned: 三菱電機株式会社、東京大学

Facts:
- Consolidated sales for fiscal 2025 were 5.8947 trillion yen

## メルカリ launches a campaign offering a 99% discount coupon (maximum value 10,000 yen) usable on メルカリ when customers sign up for メルカリモバイル for the first time

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000561.000026386.html
- anchor: #n1809996
- Companies mentioned: メルカリ、メルカリモバイル、docomo、au

Facts:
- 99% discount coupon
- Maximum value: 10,000 yen
- Registration fee (3,300 yen)
- Starting at 990 yen/month for 4GB
- 10GB ¥1,730
- 20GB ¥2,390
- 40GB ¥3,700

## QommonsAI training held in 愛知県小牧市 — City officials, including the mayor and senior managers, took part in a commemorative lecture marking a comprehensive partnership agreement. “It's surprisingly easy; AI is smart”: attitudes toward AI use shift among senior managers

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000735.000088829.html
- anchor: #n1809995
- Companies mentioned: Polimill株式会社、愛知県小牧市、QommonsAI

Facts:
- Approximately 70 people in total, attending in person and online
- Approximately 1,000 municipalities nationwide
- Approximately 500,000 people

## 【北海道博物館・ひがし大雪自然館】Fossil of a species of alpine plant discovered in Hokkaido, from the oldest and southernmost known region in the world—findings that rewrite the evolutionary history of alpine plants

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001212.000088209.html
- anchor: #n1809994
- Companies mentioned: 北海道博物館、ひがし大雪自然館、Paleontological Research

Facts:
- Approximately 6.8 million years ago
- There are 11 living species in the genus Dryas

## 【TAC Police Officer and Firefighter】“Kickoff Lecture for Passing the Exam: A Guide to the Road Ahead” to be held at TAC Shinjuku School on Friday, August 7!

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002725.000021078.html
- anchor: #n1809993
- Companies mentioned: TAC株式会社

Facts:
- Friday, Aug. 7, 2026
- 18：30～

## Now available: sales consulting for total-reward hiring with “satisfaction-based compensation,” a possible industry first!?

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:09:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000187139.html
- anchor: #n1810000
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Esection Partner、Esection Partner、エセクション パートナー

Facts:
- 0% satisfaction = 0 yen in compensation
- Scoring system with a total of 20 criteria

## 【夏休み企画】社員の声を受け「ファミリーデー」がコロナ禍以来の復活！小学生がお餅で保湿実験！？ジェル作り体験など子どもたちが“働くこと”への興味を育む2日間

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:09:04+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000608.000028974.html
- anchor: #n1810001
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社桃谷順天館

Facts:
- 141 years since founding
- Since it was held in 2019
- August 19, Wednesday, 10:00–15:00
- August 20, Thursday, 10:00–15:00

## 【Aichi Prefecture, Mihama Town】10% off facility use fees if the person making the reservation is in their 20s! “20s Summer Savings,” an Obon-exclusive offer at the seaside BBQ facility ウッドデザインパーク野間

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:08:46+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001090.000045400.html
- anchor: #n1810002
- Companies mentioned: ウッドデザインパーク株式会社、ウッドデザインパーク野間

Facts:
- 10% off facility use fees
- 9 days

## トリシマ's super eco-pump receives energy-saving subsidy certification

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:08:04+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000033.000136252.html
- anchor: #n1810003
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社酉島製作所、トリシマ、一般社団法人環境共創イニシアチブ、SII、経済産業省、資源エネルギー庁

Facts:
- Supports investment in equipment (subsidy rate: 1/3)
- Energy savings rate: 10% or more
- Energy savings*: 1kL or more
- Energy savings per expenditure: 1kL per 10 million yen or more
- 1kl = approximately 4,500kWh
- Achieved “MEI≧0.70” across all model numbers

## 【BIZ SAITAMA】浦和冶金工業株式会社 has announced new technology needs

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:07:53+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000035.000135480.html
- anchor: #n1810004
- Companies mentioned: 浦和冶金工業株式会社、公益財団法人さいたま市産業創造財団

Facts:
- In fiscal 2025, technology needs from 27 companies, primarily in manufacturing
- 165 entries (proposals) received in total
- 118 matches
- Matching rate: 71.5%
- Around 20 projects are leading to concrete progress
- 31 needs faced by 26 companies
- ③ Lot size: approximately 500 to 5,000 units

## ロータス、ヘセル・ファクトリー開設60周年記念キャンペーン「HETHEL 60」を実施 ― Lotus 特別購入サポート

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:05:47+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000188510.html
- anchor: #n1810005
- Companies mentioned: ロータス、Lotus Technology Innovative Limited、COMMUNION株式会社

Facts:
- Limited to 10 vehicles
- August 31, 2026

## 【ライフデザイン・カバヤ含む3社JV】岡山市役所新庁舎の新庁舎整備事業庁舎建築工事において施工を担当しました

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:03:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000364.000026371.html
- anchor: #n1810006
- Companies mentioned: ライフデザイン・カバヤ株式会社、大成建設株式会社、株式会社重藤組、岡山市、山下設計、丸川建築設計

Facts:
- The total project cost is approximately 32.8 billion yen.
- Total floor area is approximately 56,008㎡, about 2 times that of the current main building
- Total floor area is approximately 56,008㎡ (16,942.42 tsubo), about 2 times that of the current main building
- Maximum height: approximately 87m
- Site area: approximately 13,960㎡
- Site area: approximately 13,960㎡ (4,222.90 tsubo)
- Building area: approximately 5,361㎡
- Building area: approximately 5,361㎡ (1621.70 tsubo)

## “クトゥルフ神話TRPG” summer campaign launches! Enjoy summer with scenario sales, free releases, and an investigator radio calisthenics event with prizes!

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:03:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000019896.000007006.html
- anchor: #n1810007
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KADOKAWA、クトゥルフ神話TRPG

Facts:
- The “クトゥルフ神話TRPG” summer campaign launches on Aug. 4, 2026 (Tue).
- Campaign period: Aug. 4, 2026 (Tue) to Aug. 31 (Mon), 23:59
- Get scenarios to brighten your summer at 10% off all items!

## [JAF Kagawa] The 6th Gururi Higashi-Kagawa Stamp Rally launches!

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:02:57+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000007406.000010088.html
- anchor: #n1810008
- Companies mentioned: JAF、一般社団法人日本自動車連盟、JAF香川支部、一般社団法人東かがわ地域経営機構

Facts:
- Period: July 24 (Fri) to Sept. 24 (Thu)

## Announcement of the 2026 academic researcher support presentation ceremony

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:02:41+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000103.000137972.html
- anchor: #n1810009
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クラフティア、北九州市立大学、北里大学、宮崎大学

Facts:
- 3 researchers
- Grants of 1 million yen each
- A cumulative total of 60 researchers

## Collaboration with Seibii begins to strengthen the mobility services business

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:01:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000675.000023740.html
- anchor: #n1810010
- Companies mentioned: 出光興産株式会社、株式会社Seibii、apollostation、Drive On

## Male employees taking childcare leave reach 50.9%, topping 50% for the first time. Companies are expected to go beyond “increasing the leave uptake rate” and build “organizations where both parents can share childcare.”

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:56+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000142.000052805.html
- anchor: #n1810011
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ワーク・ライフバランス、厚生労働省、凸版印刷株式会社、育休移住.com、共育（トモイク）プロジェクト

Facts:
- The rate of men taking childcare leave is 50.9%.
- About 90% of young people hope to take childcare leave.
- Of those, about 70% hope to take childcare leave for “1 month or longer.”
- About 70% of young people consider work-life balance when choosing a company.
- The share who said, “I would like to advance my career if there were an environment where I could balance work and childcare,” was 21.9 percentage points higher.
- Supporting on-the-ground operations at more than 3,600 companies

## A new option following machine Pilates: “Board Pilates” arrives at スタジオ・ヨギー! Launching in Nagoya from September 2026

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:44+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000188150.html
- anchor: #n1810012
- Companies mentioned: CF-LAB株式会社、スタジオ・ヨギー

Facts:
- Service launch date
- Capacity
- 8 visits per month: 19,800 yen
- Campaign price: 17,600 yen
- 4 visits per month: 13,200 yen

## Japan M&A Center forms business partnership with human resources services provider Raynos

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000617.000081927.html
- anchor: #n1810013
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社日本M&Aセンターホールディングス、株式会社日本M&Aセンター、レイノス株式会社

Facts:
- More than 11,000 M&A support engagements cumulatively since the company’s founding
- 1,088 transactions handled

## ハマラハウス takes center stage in the “Yatsugatake Log Project 2026 Summer.” Creating a new experience space at a farm through collaboration with architecture students and the local community

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000104394.html
- anchor: #n1810014
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ハマラ、ハマラハウス、ハマラノーエン、FIELD FEEL COFFEE、建築事務所MDS、日本大学生産工学部建築学科・岩田研究室

Facts:
- Average sugar content: 20 degrees
- 2026 season
- Saturday, July 18, 2026

## QO research institute AIII launches “Video Creative Improvement Support Service,” powered by AI that evaluates video creatives

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000104.000130711.html
- anchor: #n1810015
- Companies mentioned: QO株式会社、AI Insight Institute、AIII、株式会社ビデオリサーチ、博報堂、マクロミル

Facts:
- Cuts verification schedules by about 80%*
- The practical research institute “AI Insight Institute,” established on May 20, 2026
- Service launches on Aug. 4, 2026.
- Established: June 1965

## Make the most of cool evenings in style on scorching days! 7 premium ways to enjoy the evening at アコー hotels

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001031.000052177.html
- anchor: #n1810016
- Companies mentioned: アコー、プルマン東京田町、スイスホテル南海大阪、グランドメルキュール伊勢志摩リゾート＆スパ、グランドメルキュール奈良橿原、メルキュール札幌、メルキュール横須賀、ノボテル奈良、プルマンホテルズ＆リゾーツ、スイスホテルズ＆リゾーツ、グランドメルキュール、メルキュール

Facts:
- Operating 5,800 hotels in more than 110 countries
- More than 45 brands, from luxury and lifestyle to economy
- Operating more than 40 hotels
- Operating more than 80 hotels
- Operating more than 1,000 hotels

## さぶみっと！メール配信, with a track record of more than 20 years, publishes usage rates by industry! Demand for “simple and reliable information delivery” spans professional services, general businesses and IT to government agencies

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000180792.html
- anchor: #n1810080
- Companies mentioned: e-365株式会社、さぶみっと！メール配信

Facts:
- “Professional services and consulting (14.38%)”
- “General businesses (13.55%)”
- “IT and telecommunications (11.37%)”
- “Retail, food and beverage, and lifestyle services (9.36%)” and “Government agencies and organizations (9.36%)”
- 1,170 yen per month (1,287 yen including tax)

## 技術研究組合制御システムセキュリティセンター、2026年10月30日、2027年1月29日 仙台市にて「制御システムセキュリティ教育講習（入門編）」（情報処理安全確保支援士特定講習）開催

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000112388.html
- anchor: #n1810079
- Companies mentioned: 技術研究組合制御システムセキュリティセンター、CSSC

Facts:
- Price: 130,000 yen (including tax)
- Capacity: 24 participants
- Minimum enrollment: 4 participants

## Elastic maximizes the value of unstructured enterprise data through frontier intelligence in collaboration with OpenAI社

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000166837.html
- anchor: #n1810078
- Companies mentioned: Elasticsearch株式会社、OpenAI社、Gartner、Elastic、GPT-5.5-Cyber、OpenAI Codex

Facts:
- Unstructured data, such as documents and multimedia files, accounts for 70%–90% of the data held by organizations.

## 特許庁の知財アワード「第8回IP BASE AWARD」エントリー開始。 知財の取組に優れたスタートアップと支援者を募集

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000116983.html
- anchor: #n1810077
- Companies mentioned: 特許庁、SBIインベストメント株式会社、KDDI株式会社、モバイル・インターネットキャピタル株式会社、弁理士法人内田・鮫島法律事務所、森田・大谷特許事務所

Facts:
- August 3, 2026
- March 17, 2027

## “湯治laboratory” opens in Tomigaya, Shibuya, on July 31, 2026 (Fri).

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000012520.html
- anchor: #n1810076
- Companies mentioned: ヤングビーナス薬品工業株式会社、MHAA建築設計事務所、EDING:POST、LIQUID、Nmw Lab.

Facts:
- From more than 100 options
- From 660 yen (including tax)
- July 31, 2026
- July 1, 1962

## [ケンズカフェ東京] The exquisite melt-in-your-mouth texture of rich chocolate and traditional bean paste. “Premium Chocolate Yokan” arrives Aug. 8 (Sat), exclusively at event shops in the Tokyo area.

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000126783.html
- anchor: #n1810075
- Companies mentioned: ケンズカフェ東京、株式会社颯、Artaro

Facts:
- Price: 540 yen (including tax)
- Best before: 365 days from manufacture (unopened)

## “Be a source of vitality for the local community.”

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000130929.html
- anchor: #n1810074
- Companies mentioned: モトヤユナイテッド株式会社、倉敷運動公園野球場

Facts:
- From Oct. 1, 2026
- Founded in Kurashiki in 1947

## Announcement of the launch of a PR office sharing “tege ume!” gourmet information from 宮崎県

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000027.000107481.html
- anchor: #n1810073
- Companies mentioned: 宮崎県、株式会社サニーサイドアップ、ヤマエ食品工業

Facts:
- No. 3 nationwide
- Issue No. 10
- About 60 centimeters tall
- 11 consecutive years

## [Official licensed goods of the 20th Asian Games]

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000030.000174790.html
- anchor: #n1810072
- Companies mentioned: 愛知・名古屋2026マーケティング代理店業務共同事業体ライセンシング事務局、株式会社エスワイフード、世界の山ちゃん

Facts:
- ・Price: 1,650 yen (before tax)
- ・Contents: 1 stick × 5 bags
- ・Contents: 28 bags (14 bags × 2 boxes)
- ・On sale from: Aug. 1, 2026 (Sat)

## 福島県 and イオンエンターテイメント株式会社 partner to promote the movie theater release of “Fukufuku no Chizu,” the brand film for 福島県’s comprehensive information magazine “Fukushima Map.”

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000052707.html
- anchor: #n1810071
- Companies mentioned: 福島県、イオンエンターテイメント株式会社、イオンシネマ

Facts:
- 2 weeks
- 5 locations nationwide
- Cumulative circulation: 500,000 copies

## [ロイヤル コペンハーゲン] Own a one-of-a-kind ロイヤル コペンハーゲン.

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000040.000093521.html
- anchor: #n1810070
- Companies mentioned: フィスカース ジャパン株式会社、ロイヤル コペンハーゲン

Facts:
- 35,200 yen
- 45,100 yen
- 26,300 yen
- 330ML
- 260ML
- About 5 months

## Applications open for the 2026 fall-term online course

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000046.000162518.html
- anchor: #n1810069
- Companies mentioned: 東京外国語大学、国立大学法人 東京外国語大学

Facts:
- Nearly 400 online courses offered annually
- More than 5,000 people use the service each year.
- Course period: October 1, 2026 (Thursday) to around early February 2027
- 申込開始 2026年8月4日（火）午前10時より（8月31日（月）23:59まで）
- The organization expanded its online courses in earnest in 2020.
- Courses have been offered since 2006.
- Language courses: ¥20,200–¥25,000
- Liberal arts courses: ¥3,700–¥11,800
- Special courses: ¥2,000

## Support for the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000048.000125754.html
- anchor: #n1810068
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ケアネット、日本赤十字社

Facts:
- Application period: through September 30, 2026
- Free access period: through August 31, 2026

## Five years of Pro membership provided free of charge to existing users of the “iFLYTEK AINOTE Air 2”

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000059.000078962.html
- anchor: #n1810067
- Companies mentioned: iFLYTEK JAPAN AI SOLUTIONS株式会社、iFLYTEK

Facts:
- Pro membership for 5 years
- 5 years (1,825 days)
- Dec. 31, 2026

## [DX with Voice AI] MocoVoice to exhibit at “AI Agent DXPO Tokyo ’26 [Summer],” taking place August 18–21

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000059.000146901.html
- anchor: #n1810066
- Companies mentioned: mocomoco株式会社、ブティックス株式会社、ChatGPT、Gemini

Facts:
- The ¥5,000 admission fee is waived
- Accuracy of 96% or higher
- 64 sessions in total

## Southern France-born tea fragrance brand サンタール・エ・ボーテ ザ・ティー will release its new fragrance, “Mint Tea,” in limited quantities starting August 5, 2026 (Wednesday).

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000066.000125536.html
- anchor: #n1810065
- Companies mentioned: サンタール・エ・ボーテ ザ・ティー、サンタール・エ・ボーテ、イー・エフ・インターナショナル、E.F. international

Facts:
- Price: 1,980 yen (tax included)
- Volume: 50 ml
- Price: ¥1,870 (tax included)
- Weight: 100 g
- Price: ¥990 (tax included)

## A collaboration dress by dress brands 桂由美 and Vieux Paris is unveiled

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000069.000094736.html
- anchor: #n1810064
- Companies mentioned: 桂由美、Vieux Paris、アイ・ケイ・ケイホールディングス株式会社、アイ・ケイ・ケイ株式会社、PT INTERNATIONAL KANSHA KANDOU INDONESIA、アイケア株式会社、株式会社明徳庵、Ambihone株式会社、アイ・ケイ・ケイユナイテッドリンク株式会社

Facts:
- Consolidated sales for the fiscal year ended October 2025: ¥22,455 million

## 和歌山市 to hold panel exhibition introducing castles whose design involved Todo Takatora at the Wakayama Castle Keep through January 24, 2027 (Sunday)

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000069.000182609.html
- anchor: #n1810063
- Companies mentioned: 和歌山市、和歌山県、豊臣秀長、織田信長、徳川家康

Facts:
- Adults: ¥410
- Children (elementary and junior high school students): ¥200

## 和歌山市 to hold summer special exhibition “Wakayama Castle and the Toyotomi Regime” at Wakayama History Museum from August 8 (Saturday) to October 26 (Sunday)

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000070.000182609.html
- anchor: #n1810062
- Companies mentioned: 和歌山市、NHK、和歌山県

Facts:
- From August 8, 2026 (Saturday) through October 26 (Monday)
- Adults: ¥100

## Seibii begins capital and business alliance with オリックス, 東京センチュリー and 出光興産

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000097.000055323.html
- anchor: #n1810061
- Companies mentioned: Seibii、オリックス、東京センチュリー、出光興産、オリックス自動車

## What type is your favorite? Who comes to mind when you hear “leader,” “maknae” or “visual royalty”!? Korean Wave Survey, Part 1: “SkyPerfect! K-POP Favorite Type Survey”

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000106.000158612.html
- anchor: #n1810060
- Companies mentioned: スカパーＪＳＡＴ株式会社、株式会社ジャストシステム、BTS、TWICE、SEVENTEEN、Stray Kids、BLACKPINK、IVE、RIIZE、ZEROBASEONE、NCT、TOMORROW X TOGETHER、東方神起、BIGBANG、ATEEZ

Facts:
- Valid responses: 500 samples
- “Visual powerhouse type (27.2%)”
- “Center with a full-on protagonist aura (16.0%)”
- “Gap-moe type that draws you in the more you learn about them (15.4%)”
- “When experiencing a live performance in person, such as at a concert or fan meeting (42.6%)”
- “Watching official music videos, YouTube content and variety shows regularly (45.4%)”

## “Tech Camp FDE” launches new corporate solutions. Training for the AI-era role of “FDE” qualifies for subsidies of up to 45% through the Human Resources Development Support Subsidy program

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000110.000059107.html
- anchor: #n1810059
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社div、OpenAI、Anthropic、マイクロソフト、PwC Japanグループ、日本経済新聞、株式会社divx、社会保険労務士法人sumac

Facts:
- 50 available course seats
- More than 60,000 people to date
- More than 200 companies
- Annual income of ¥10 million
- Annual income of ¥32 million
- 120 hours

## Reiwa-era monks building their “fan” base: “The Future of Buddhism and Temple Management” [August issue of “Monthly End-of-Life Planning” now on sale]

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000137.000009951.html
- anchor: #n1810058
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社鎌倉新書、毛越寺、一般社団法人「お寺の未来」、東京博善、ヤシロ

Facts:
- Circulation: 12,000 copies
- Annual subscription: ¥16,500
- 資本金 ：16億7,186万円

## Addressing tourism demand and mobility challenges for older people through “taxis × ridesharing”: public rideshare service pilot conducted in Komagane, Nagano Prefecture

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000141.000000765.html
- anchor: #n1810057
- Companies mentioned: オムロン ソーシアルソリューションズ株式会社、駒ヶ根市社会福祉協議会、駒ヶ根観光協会、オムロン株式会社

Facts:
- Starting August 1, 2026
- December 25, 2026

## “フルーツでスマイルを。”のDole 国産果実でも広がる「もったいないフルーツプロジェクト」の輪 キリンビールより『キリン 氷結®mottainai 不知火』発売

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000141.000086482.html
- anchor: #n1810056
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ドール、キリンビール株式会社、Dole、キリンビール

Facts:
- The network of collaborations with around 200 or more companies and organizations is growing
- The initiative has grown into a project that “rescues” approximately 5,000 tons of non-standard bananas annually (FY2025 results)
- The product will go on sale nationwide starting August 18, 2026 (Tuesday)
- Alcohol content: 4%
- Fruit juice: 0.2%
- Operating revenue: ¥60.1 billion (fiscal year ended March 2026)

## [Inner care to understand yourself] See what’s happening inside your body while shopping. Esthe Pro Labo opens for a limited time at Abeno Harukas starting August 5 (Wednesday)

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000158.000018221.html
- anchor: #n1810055
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プロラボホールディングス、近鉄百貨店、インナービューティサロン エステプロ・ラボ

Facts:
- From August 5, 2026 (Wednesday) through August 18 (Tuesday)
- 近鉄百貨店 Main Store, Abeno Harukas 近鉄百貨店 Main Store, 2nd floor
- Hours: 10:00–20:00 (last admission: 18:30)
- More than 30,000 locations in Japan, mainly beauty salons
- Operating in 23 countries and regions worldwide
- More than 140 products, including enzyme drinks, supplements and beauty drinks

## 一般生活者の約6割が「脱炭素は重要」と回答する一方、商品選択時に重視するのは約4人に1人

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000164.000066685.html
- anchor: #n1810054
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社博報堂プロダクツ、QO株式会社

Facts:
- 一般生活者は、脱炭素は「欠かせないテーマ」と認識しているが約6割の57.６％
- Only 23.8% say they prioritize decarbonization when choosing products and services
- 企業のマーケティング担当者の約4割（43.7％）が「一般生活者は脱炭素を重視している」と想定
- When members of the public were asked whether information about decarbonization was easy to understand, only 15% said it was “easy to understand”
- Combined, those who said the information was “difficult to understand” and those who said they had “never encountered the information” accounted for about half, at 50.9%, showing that they do not understand decarbonization well enough to make an informed judgment
- The channel companies prioritize for sharing information is their “corporate website” (63.1%)
- “Sustainability report” (32.0%)
- As many as 48.1% of members of the public said they “don’t remember / haven’t seen it”

## “Product story”: Event in Ginza spotlighting Niigata Prefecture businesses’ dedication to product development and manufacturing

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000165.000093838.html
- anchor: #n1810053
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人にいがた産業創造機構、一菱金属、conte、ごはん同盟

Facts:
- Admission: ¥2,000 (tax included); cash only
- Capacity: 25 people per session

## Healthcare startup 「おいしい健康」: Use of an AI cooking app tailored to daily meal planning is associated with improved blood glucose management in people with type 2 diabetes — findings from joint research with 自治医科大学

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000172.000043855.html
- anchor: #n1810052
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社おいしい健康、自治医科大学、筑波大学病院、日本医療研究開発機構

Facts:
- HbA1c fell by 0.28 percentage points, from a baseline of 6.40% to 6.12% after 12 weeks
- Average BMI fell significantly from 23.47 to 23.28 (change: -0.20, p=0.0049)
- More than 80% of participants said, “Using the app improved my eating habits”

## 【京都伝統産業ミュージアム】Special in-venue acceptance of goma-gi prayer sticks for Kyoto’s Gozan no Okuribi bonfire “Daimonji”

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000174.000077909.html
- anchor: #n1810051
- Companies mentioned: 京都伝統産業ミュージアム、公益財団法人京都五山送り火連合会、大文字保存会

Facts:
- 1本 400円
- Funding target: 4 million yen

## Indonesian large-scale music festival Cherrypop Festival signs partnership — performances by カネヨリマサル and LAUSBUB confirmed

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000188.000002863.html
- anchor: #n1810050
- Companies mentioned: ビクターエンタテインメント、Cherrypop Festival、LAUSBUB、カネヨリマサル、Feast、Hindia、MALIQ & D'ESSENTIALS、Spotify、JVCケンウッド、ビクター

Facts:
- More than 10 million monthly listeners on Spotify
- Attracted approximately 28,000 people
- More than 12 million monthly listeners on Spotify
- Nationally popular pop band MALIQ & D'ESSENTIALS (also more than 2.3 million)
- Best awards across a total of 13 categories

## Online seminar specializing in support for children’s development!

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000195.000085859.html
- anchor: #n1810049
- Companies mentioned: 合同出版株式会社、株式会社ひといろは、一般社団法人ビジョントレーニング®協会、社会福祉法人松尾会

Facts:
- ■ 4-session course ticket (viewing only) 10,000 yen
- ■１回視聴チケット（視聴のみ） 3,000円

## 【武蔵野美術大学 Museum & Library】Exhibition “MIX WORKS——tupera tupera’s Work 2002–2026”

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000230.000083551.html
- anchor: #n1810048
- Companies mentioned: 武蔵野美術大学、tupera tupera、minna、PETIT BATEAU、DEAN & DELUCA、NHK、スタジオ地図、武蔵野美術大学出版局、有限会社篠原紙工

Facts:
- Has published more than 50 picture books to date
- The full range of “work” built up by tupera tupera over a quarter century since its formation
- Nearly 500 works and documents, including original picture-book artwork
- Large-scale collaborative project involving 52 students and faculty members
- Approximately 30,000 unique combinations
- 武蔵野美術大学 will mark its 100th anniversary in academic year 2029

## Sales Marker launches “Sales Marker Mail,” a new feature enabling ongoing delivery to house lists

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000241.000097462.html
- anchor: #n1810047
- Companies mentioned: Sales Marker、Orcha

## 【Preparing for mandatory stress checks】Launch of implementation preparation support for small workplaces

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000246.000118106.html
- anchor: #n1810046
- Companies mentioned: フラクタルワークアウト株式会社、厚生労働省

Facts:
- Small workplaces with fewer than 50 workers
- Amended Industrial Safety and Health Act promulgated in May 2025
- A date specified by government ordinance within 3 years of promulgation
- Feb. 2026
- Capital: 50 million yen

## 【Turning travel time into an experience that builds anticipation for the live show】“VIBY Taxi,” where passengers can experience VIBY’s world, will appear in Tokyo for 3 weeks only starting August 10 (Monday)

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000263.000036935.html
- anchor: #n1810045
- Companies mentioned: S.RIDE株式会社、株式会社ニューステクノロジー、VIBY、国際自動車株式会社、大和自動車交通

Facts:
- A special taxi is coming
- Immersive, fully wrapped vehicle
- Vehicle with wrapped doors
- Vehicle equipped with the “Canvas” mobility window media
- Approximately 25 minutes of original video content
- Estimated fare: approximately 2,700 to 3,900 yen
- A reservation fee (500 yen) and pickup fee (500 yen), totaling 1,000 yen, will apply

## Launch of a demonstration experiment on autonomous flight using drones with wireless charging and AI-based target identification

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000272.000009609.html
- anchor: #n1810044
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ビー・アンド・プラス

Facts:
- 500W wireless charging system
- Transmission distance / maximum axial misalignment: 20 mm
- Weight of charging unit: 550 g (unit only)

## 横浜F・マリノス×日清オイリオグループサッカー教室&食育講座 in宮崎

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000292.000076174.html
- anchor: #n1810043
- Companies mentioned: 横浜F・マリノス、横浜マリノス株式会社、日清オイリオグループ株式会社

Facts:
- July 19, 2026

## Learn from a Gold Award winner in all three fields of the Patent Search Competition! Hands-on seminar in Tokyo on “Patent Research” and “Specification Drafting” using generative AI × MCP servers (August 28 and September 3)

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000304.000021559.html
- anchor: #n1810042
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社AI Samurai、トヨタテクニカルディベロップメント株式会社、弁理士法人白坂

Facts:
- In-person ①: 39,000 yen (excluding tax)
- In-person ②: 39,000 yen (excluding tax)
- Normally 50,000 yen each (excluding tax)
- 30 people per session (first come, first served; registration closes when capacity is reached)

## 【Turning travel time into an experience that builds anticipation for the live show】“VIBY Taxi,” where passengers can experience VIBY’s world, will appear in Tokyo for 3 weeks only starting August 10 (Monday)

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000308.000041209.html
- anchor: #n1810041
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニューステクノロジー、S.RIDE株式会社、VIBY、国際自動車株式会社、大和自動車交通

Facts:
- Number of vehicles | 100 (International Motors and 大和自動車交通)
- “THE TOKYO TAXI VISION GROWTH,” a taxi signage media network with 11,500 vehicles in Tokyo
- Estimated fare: approximately 2,700 to 3,900 yen
- A reservation fee (500 yen) and pickup fee (500 yen), totaling 1,000 yen, will apply.
- Passengers can enjoy approximately 25 minutes of original video content in the vehicle.

## ALSOK Co., Ltd. signs an agreement with its Johoku Branch on community watch and community development!

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000368.000129038.html
- anchor: #n1810040
- Companies mentioned: ALSOK株式会社、板橋区

Facts:
- It has concluded similar agreements with 13 companies to date

## 【Completely free】MS-Japan to hold “Individual Career Consultation Sessions for Tax Accountants and Subject Exam Passers.” Now, after taking the tax accountant exam, is the time to reassess your career

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000414.000042843.html
- anchor: #n1810039
- Companies mentioned: MS-Japan、Manegy

Facts:
- More than 35 years of specialist expertise in corporate administration and professional services
- The approximately 4 months between the end of the exam and the announcement of results
- Duration: approximately 30–60 minutes

## 映画『ジュラシック・パーク』から、「ブラキオサウルス」が全高約128cmのスタチューに

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000590.000061479.html
- anchor: #n1810038
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プライム１スタジオ、PRIME 1 STATUE、ジュラシック・パーク、UCS LLC、Amblin

Facts:
- Approximately 128 cm tall
- ¥494,890 (tax included)
- Quantity for sale: 300

## Additional investment as lead investor in 株式会社JIJ, which provides a platform that uses quantum technology and mathematical optimization to solve complex corporate planning challenges

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000610.000047342.html
- anchor: #n1810037
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社JIJ、グローバル・ブレイン株式会社、GB7号8号Fファンド、KOIF3号、MEイノベーションファンド、ANA未来創造ファンド、KIF2号、東京科学大学

Facts:
- Established in November 2018

## 【Event report】“UV Protection × Vitamin E Seminar” held — considering skin healthspan in an era of extreme heat

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000648.000001124.html
- anchor: #n1810036
- Companies mentioned: 江崎グリコ株式会社、LIFULL Table

Facts:
- The rate of increase in ultraviolet radiation has risen by approximately 4.6% over 10 years

## Next-generation Virtual esports Project “ぶいすぽっ！” launches an ARG campaign!

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000675.000044525.html
- anchor: #n1810035
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TwoGate、株式会社バーチャルエンターテイメント、株式会社Brave group、ソニーミュージック、ユニバーサル ミュージック、エイベックス、BANDAI NAMCO

Facts:
- Total experience access reached approximately 100,000.

## 『クロノ・レストラン〜追憶のレシピを求めて〜』期間限定イベント「真紅の果実 ルビー・グロウ」＆ピックアップガチャ開催

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000685.000017345.html
- anchor: #n1810034
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Tokyo Hammock、ポッピンゲームズジャパン株式会社

Facts:
- Event period: August 4 (Tuesday), 15:00
- August 18 (Tuesday), 12:59
- Release date: June 23, 2026

## 【Sint-Truiden】Sponsorship agreement signed with 株式会社FULL HOUSE

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000705.000042484.html
- anchor: #n1810033
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社FULL HOUSE、シント＝トロイデンVV（STVV）、FACTORY BARBER SHOP、合同会社DMM.com

Facts:
- 2026-2027 season
- 43 points
- 3rd place
- 22 wins
- 5 draws
- 13 losses
- Goal difference: 15
- 61 goals scored
- 46 goals conceded

## Polimill signs comprehensive partnership agreement with 小牧市 to advance administrative operations using generative AI

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000736.000088829.html
- anchor: #n1810032
- Companies mentioned: Polimill株式会社、小牧市

Facts:
- July 27, 2026

## The Rakuten Pay app’s Android™ version now supports adding funds to Rakuten Edy Cards

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000774.000057042.html
- anchor: #n1810031
- Companies mentioned: 楽天ペイメント株式会社、楽天Edy株式会社、楽天グループ

Facts:
- Established in April 2019

## 【最大25%オフ】高評価96%『CONERU -DIMENSION GIRL-』＆ 時間逆行アクション『PROJECT TACHYON』が「Steam Cyberpunk Fest 2026」に登場！

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000795.000051825.html
- anchor: #n1810030
- Companies mentioned: HIKE GAMES、HYPERSPACE、Eallin Japan Co.Ltd.、HIKE Inc.、Novus、STUDIO N9、Valve Corporation、Steam、ヘイトフルーツカンパニー

Facts:
- 96% “Very Positive”
- ¥2,980 (tax included) → ¥2,235 (tax included)
- ¥2,400 (tax included) → ¥1,920 (tax included)
- 2026年8月4日（火）〜8月11日（火）

## That C.C.レモン has surprisingly become a parfait at スシロー?! An unusual collaboration between SUSHIRO Cafe and C.C.レモン is here! Supervised by C.C.レモン, the new sweet-and-sour Lemon Parfait is perfect for summer

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000828.000049164.html
- anchor: #n1810029
- Companies mentioned: スシロー、サントリービバレッジ＆フード株式会社、C.C.レモン、SUSHIRO Cafe

Facts:
- From ¥390 (tax included)
- Planned total sales: 400,000 servings
- From ¥290 (tax included)
- Planned total sales: 270,000 servings

## WILDSIDE × BLUE BLUE Collaboration Collection

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001091.000034350.html
- anchor: #n1810028
- Companies mentioned: WILDSIDE、BLUE BLUE、株式会社ヨウジヤマモト、HOLLYWOOD RANCH MARKET

Facts:
- WILDSIDE×BLUE BLUE Pigment Stripe T-shirt White ¥19,800 (tax included)
- WILDSIDE×BLUE BLUE Pigment Stripe T-shirt Black Size: M/L/XL ¥19,800 (tax included)
- WILDSIDE×BLUE BLUE Black Paisley Bandana ¥3,300 (tax included)

## 生き物の性の魅力に気づく！まだまだ続くあの大人気企画！！サンシャイン水族館 夜間特別営業「まだまだ♡性いっぱい展」2026年 9月11日（金）～11月3日（火・祝）

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001136.000020364.html
- anchor: #n1810027
- Companies mentioned: サンシャイン水族館、サンシャインシティ

Facts:
- The series has attracted approximately 120,000 visitors to date
- Adults: ¥2,700–¥3,300
- Children: ¥1,400
- Toddlers: ¥900

## Kirin Brewery and Dole, 2 companies working to make use of out-of-spec fruit, join forces! New launch of Kirin Hyoketsu® mottainai Shiranui, made with Kumamoto-grown Shiranui oranges, to reduce food waste and support fruit farmers

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001585.000073077.html
- anchor: #n1810026
- Companies mentioned: キリンビール株式会社、株式会社ドール、キリングループ

Facts:
- Aiming to reduce fruit waste equivalent to approximately 250,000 Shiranui oranges, or approximately 62 tons

## Money Forward ME launches its AI category suggestion feature for iOS

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001664.000008962.html
- anchor: #n1810025
- Companies mentioned: マネーフォワードホーム株式会社、Apple

Facts:
- Supported OS: iOS/iPadOS 26 or later

## Anthropic社’s Kimura Hajime confirmed as a speaker at freee Advisor Day 2026, one of Japan’s largest events for accounting firms

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002125.000006428.html
- anchor: #n1810024
- Companies mentioned: freee株式会社、Anthropic社、Anthropic Japan合同会社

Facts:
- Fukuoka venue: Date and time: Friday, August 28, 2026, 15:00–15:40

## 朝日新聞ポッドキャスト to launch a new family-friendly program, Children’s Advice Room, in July!

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002260.000009214.html
- anchor: #n1810023
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社朝日新聞社、朝日新聞ポッドキャスト、Spotify、Apple Podcast、Amazon Music

Facts:
- The main program for children is around 7 minutes long
- The following adult-oriented spin-off, Let’s Talk More, is about 10–15 minutes long

## 泡だてないクリームシャンプー『レチスパ』が人気銭湯「巣鴨湯」を期間限定ジャック！“使えば違いがわかる”『レチスパの湯』を開催

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002780.000001348.html
- anchor: #n1810022
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エイチームホールディングス、株式会社エイチームウェルネス、レチスパ、巣鴨湯

Facts:
- 2026年8月3日(月)～8月16日(日)までの期間限定

## セント レジス ホテル 大阪 launches RÉGINE Dog Terrace Dining, a new terrace service welcoming dogs as cherished guests at the brasserie RÉGINE

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002799.000011305.html
- anchor: #n1810021
- Companies mentioned: セント レジス ホテル 大阪、マリオット・インターナショナル、max-bone、mof-mof、りきchanわん、セントレジスホテル＆リゾート、きみや、炭火焼肉りきちゃん

Facts:
- Available for a limited time from Saturday, August 15, 2026 through the end of October
- For the first 10 parties
- ランチ3品コース ＋ 愛犬用メニュー 11,000円
- ランチ3品コース ＋ 愛犬用メニュー ＋ max-bone 折り畳み式ボウル付き 16,000円
- Celeste Course + menu for your dog ¥13,000
- Celeste Course + menu for your dog + max-bone collapsible bowl ¥18,000
- More than 55 luxury hotels and resorts in some of the world’s finest locations
- マリオット・インターナショナル（NASDAQ: MAR、本社： 米国メリーランド州ベセスダ）は、141 カ国・地域に 30 以上のブランド、 合わせて 8,900 軒以上の宿泊施設を擁するホスピタリティ企業です。

## A third printing has been decided for Akiko Ikeda’s All People Die Because They Were Born, just 12 days after its release!

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003180.000047877.html
- anchor: #n1810020
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社新潮社、青山墓地

Facts:
- Died at the young age of 46
- Philosophy for 14-Year-Olds has sold more than 500,000 copies
- To You, 14-Year-Old has sold 330,000 copies
- Her books have sold more than 1.4 million copies in total
- Women aged 49 and under account for about 20%
- List price: ¥968 (tax included)

## 近藤真彦ら豪華ゲストも驚き！鈴木愛理が魅せた！プレスショー！ブルーマングループ2026新宿公演 大好評開催中！！

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003478.000012949.html
- anchor: #n1810019
- Companies mentioned: ブルーマングループ、キョードーメディアス、イオンシネマ

Facts:
- This production marked its 35th anniversary in 2026
- It has captivated more than 50 million spectators to date
- After the show, a group interview was held with 5 guests. The Blue Men were also present, of course.
- 2026年8月22日（土）18:00より、THEATER MILANO-Za（東急歌舞伎町タワー6階）で開催される「BLUE MAN GROUP × 鈴木愛理」スペシャル公演を、全国のイオンシネマにてライブビューイング上映することが決定しました。
- Admission: General ¥4,000 (tax included) | High school students and younger ¥2,000 (tax included)

## A countertop dishwasher provided to Minna no Shokudo, operated by social welfare corporation 睦会 in Aomori Prefecture, to support children’s activities and explore opportunities to support a new child-rearing environment — part of the こども家庭庁’s “Children at the Center Action” initiative to support child-rearing environments

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006818.000003442.html
- anchor: #n1810018
- Companies mentioned: パナソニック、パナソニック キッチンソリューションBU、こども家庭庁、睦会

Facts:
- 1 countertop dishwasher-dryer (hereinafter, dishwasher)

## Life on the island with the Miis gets even better! A special book for Tomodachi Collection: Waku Waku Life goes on sale August 26

- Published: 2026-08-04T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000019885.000007006.html
- anchor: #n1810017
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KADOKAWA、株式会社KADOKAWA Game Linkage、任天堂株式会社、Nintendo Switch

Facts:
- To be published on Wednesday, August 26, 2026
- ¥1,320 (¥1,200 before tax + tax)
- 16 stickers in total

## [Nagano City/Iizuna Kogen] Escape the intense summer heat and enjoy the cool at a highland retreat at approximately 1,000 m elevation. “Forest Lakeside Bar 2026” opens, a summer-only bar featuring the cool of nature and Shinshu fruit

- Published: 2026-08-04T14:56:43+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000063.000168243.html
- anchor: #n1809909
- Companies mentioned: 互恵株式会社、eternal story株式会社、nagano forest village、有旅ワイナリー

Facts:
- Approximately 1,000 m elevation
- Shine Muscat ¥900 (tax included)
- Peach ¥800 (tax included)
- Blueberry ¥800 (tax included)
- Naga Rose Peach Cocktail — Rosé Bellini Style — ¥900 (tax included)

## STELLAR SCIENCE FOUNDATION (SS-F) selected as the operational support corporation for preliminary activities under the Global Startup Campus Initiative

- Published: 2026-08-04T14:55:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000092395.html
- anchor: #n1809910
- Companies mentioned: STELLAR SCIENCE FOUNDATION、SS-F、LINK-J

Facts:
- Second half of 2026

## “Magic Mouse Excel,” which does not require keyboard input, has been tested in disability employment settings for 4 years—enabling an employee with cerebral palsy who uses a game controller to take on everything from data analysis to sales forecasting, creating a new way of working

- Published: 2026-08-04T14:52:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000180675.html
- anchor: #n1809911
- Companies mentioned: ピボットおじさんのパソコン教室、サポートセンターすこやか、株式会社 和

Facts:
- 4 years of on-site testing
- Creating an Excel attendance sheet for 30 employees and part-time workers
- Searching the work records of 10 employees and calculating sales
- Calculating and entering 700 records
- Retrieving 900 sales data records
- Automating 90%
- Reducing the number of entries to about 50
- 18 hours of development work

## Tournament promotional ads appear at KUROKIRI STADIUM, the venue for the opening and closing ceremonies of the 2027 日本のひなた宮崎 国スポ・障スポ!

- Published: 2026-08-04T14:50:19+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000233.000115850.html
- anchor: #n1809912
- Companies mentioned: 宮崎県、都城市、KUROKIRI STADIUM、アスリートタウン延岡アリーナ、パーソルアクアパーク宮崎、日本のひなた宮崎 国スポ・障スポ、みやざき犬、ぼんちくん

Facts:
- Width 3,800 mm × 2 columns × height 4,110 mm (41 rows total)
- Width 8,800 mm × height 5,100 mm (40 rows total)

## [For overseas markets] UnReact Co., Ltd. releases the e-commerce app “UR: Smart Accordion Tabs”

- Published: 2026-08-04T14:50:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000303.000072693.html
- anchor: #n1809913
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社UnReact、Shopify

Facts:
- Pricing: Basic Plan, $3.99 per month
- A 7-day free trial is available

## “CAPCOM SUMMER SALE” is on now! The Year 3 “Character Pass” and “Ultimate Pass” for “Street Fighter 6” are on sale for the first time on the PS Store and ニンテンドー eShop!

- Published: 2026-08-04T14:45:57+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005927.000013450.html
- anchor: #n1809914
- Companies mentioned: カプコン、PlayStation、ニンテンドー

Facts:
- Sale price [50% OFF!!]: 2,495 yen (tax included)
- Sale price [20% OFF!!]: 2,400 yen (tax included)
- Sale price [20% OFF!!]: 3,840 yen (tax included)
- Sale price [35% OFF!!]: 1,950 yen (tax included)
- Sale price [35% OFF!!]: 3,250 yen (tax included)
- Sale price [50% OFF!!]: 1,500 yen (tax included)
- Sale price [50% OFF!!]: 2,500 yen (tax included)
- Sale price [35% OFF!!]: 5,193 yen (tax included)
- Sale price [20% OFF!!]: 7,192 yen (tax included)
- Sale price [75% OFF!!]: 997 yen (tax included)
- Sale price [80% OFF!!]: 4

## Dancers competing in Red Bull BC One Cypher Japan, a world-class 1on1 breaking battle with a history of over 20 years, announced; tickets on sale starting 8/23 (Sun.)

- Published: 2026-07-24T19:00:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000290.000049143.html
- anchor: #n1810144
- Companies mentioned: レッドブル・ジャパン株式会社、株式会社クレディセゾン、Jeep、G-SHOCK

Facts:
- The event is being held for the 23rd time this year
- Sunday, August 23
- 15:00–18:00 (planned)
- 3,000 yen (tax included)
- 2,000 yen (tax included)
- 80,000 yen

## 【中磊】Announces it will hold an investor conference on Aug. 11, 115

- Published: 2026-08-04T01:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
- Official text: https://mopsov.twse.com.tw/mops/web/ajax_t05st01?encodeURIComponent=1&step=2&firstin=1&off=1&queryName=co_id&inpuType=co_id&TYPEK=sii&co_id=5388&year=115&month=8&b_date=1&e_date=31&seq_no=3&spoke_time=175814&spoke_date=20260803
- anchor: #n1810631

中磊 will hold an investor conference on Aug. 11, 115, to announce its operating results for the second quarter of 2026 and its market outlook. The event is part of its regular disclosure of business conditions to investors and reflects a commitment to transparency.

## 【東方風能】Invited to participate in an investor conference organized by 永豐金證券

- Published: 2026-08-04T01:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
- Official text: https://mopsov.twse.com.tw/mops/web/ajax_t05st01?encodeURIComponent=1&step=2&firstin=1&off=1&queryName=co_id&inpuType=co_id&TYPEK=sii&co_id=7786&year=115&month=8&b_date=1&e_date=31&seq_no=1&spoke_time=174048&spoke_date=20260803
- anchor: #n1810607
- Companies mentioned: 東方風能、永豐金證券

Facts:
- Second quarter of 2026
- 115/08/14
- 14:30

## 【瑞祺電通】The company was invited to attend an investor conference organized by 凱基證券

- Published: 2026-08-04T01:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
- Official text: https://mopsov.twse.com.tw/mops/web/ajax_t05st01?encodeURIComponent=1&step=2&firstin=1&off=1&queryName=co_id&inpuType=co_id&TYPEK=sii&co_id=6416&year=115&month=8&b_date=1&e_date=31&seq_no=1&spoke_time=170903&spoke_date=20260803
- anchor: #n1810582
- Companies mentioned: 瑞祺電通、凱基證券

瑞祺電通 will participate in an investor conference hosted by 凱基證券 to discuss its operating status. This is routine investor communication and a neutral material announcement.

Facts:
- Date of investor conference: 115/08/18
- Time of the investor conference: 14:30