# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-05 15:00–18:00 JST｜Page 8 of 10

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 588 items from 4 sources; Japan, 363 items from 2 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## [Expert commentary and an exceptional buffet] Get the full picture, from the paddock to race predictions! An elegant horse-racing experience event at ダイアモンドターン

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000930.000006470.html
- anchor: #n1821662
- Companies mentioned: 松竹ブロードキャスティング株式会社、ナビトモ、ダイアモンドターン、東急ホテルズ

Facts:
- Approximately 38,000 YouTube channel subscribers
- Participation fee: 10,000 yen (tax included)
- Capacity: 12 people
- Minimum number of participants: 8 people

## 近畿大学地域創生農業研究所産「近大マンゴー」を使用したスイーツメニューをアドベンチャーワールドにて販売します！

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:27+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001176.000040302.html
- anchor: #n1821663
- Companies mentioned: 近畿大学、株式会社アワーズ、アドベンチャーワールド

Facts:
- Price: 1,800 yen (tax included)
- Price: 1,200 yen (tax included)
- Price: 850 yen (tax included)

## Notice: “Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake Relief Donations: @cosme Points and Coins”

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:15+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000505.000005126.html
- anchor: #n1821664
- Companies mentioned: アイスタイルグループ、日本赤十字社

Facts:
- August 5, 2026
- August 31, 2026

## Survey of 263 systems development companies finds that 46.0% cite “insufficient sales resources” as their biggest management challenge | Hacchu Navi “Survey of Systems Development Companies 2026”

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000123685.html
- anchor: #n1821735
- Companies mentioned: 発注ナビ株式会社、アイティメディア株式会社

Facts:
- AI adoption rate
- “Claude”
- “Gemini”

## A new gyoza, “韮華餃子,” made with Shiriuchi nira “北の華” and produced by the hugely popular 餃子の肉太郎 in Jimbocho, Tokyo, is now available!

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000179017.html
- anchor: #n1821734
- Companies mentioned: 知内商事、餃子の肉太郎、マジでうまい

Facts:
- 1個18グラムの食べやすいサイズ
- 500 servings of pan-fried gyoza
- 50 bags of frozen gyoza

## A classic pancake mix created in pursuit of a "fluffy texture" launches! "SHOWA Fluffy Pancake Mix"—on sale starting Tuesday, September 1, 2026

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000185439.html
- anchor: #n1821733
- Companies mentioned: 昭和産業株式会社、パンどろぼう、QUO

Facts:
- Cumulative circulation surpasses 6 million copies
- For a total of 1,000 winners
- QUO card Pay worth 500 yen
- Suggested retail price (tax included): 450 yen
- "SHOWA Fluffy Pancake Mix (600g)"

## A dream collaboration with "Golden Taste," the No. 1 yakiniku sauce by sales (※)! "Golden Taste Medium-Spicy Karaage Flour"

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000185439.html
- anchor: #n1821732
- Companies mentioned: 昭和産業株式会社、エバラ食品

Facts:
- Net weight: 80g
- Suggested retail price (tax included): 184 yen
- A set including the new product will be given away to 5 winners

## Kyushu Bunka Gakuen Educational Corporation, 長崎国際大学 and ハウステンボス株式会社 sign comprehensive partnership agreement to develop advanced tourism talent and promote regional community development

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000185610.html
- anchor: #n1821731
- Companies mentioned: 学校法人 九州文化学園、長崎国際大学、ハウステンボス株式会社

Facts:
- For all approximately 250 first-year students in the Department of International Tourism, Faculty of Human and Social Studies
- The 8-day work experience program, "First-Year Internship"
- Comprehensive partnership agreement on August 1, 2026

## Celebrating its 65th anniversary! Showa Sangyo renews its long-selling "Showa Tempura Flour"

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000185439.html
- anchor: #n1821730
- Companies mentioned: 昭和産業株式会社、SHOWA TEMPURA BATTER MIX、昭和即席天ぷら粉、金天ぷら粉、銀天ぷら粉、天ぷら粉黄金、黄金天ぷら粉、楽々天、おいしく揚がる魔法の天ぷら粉、もう揚げない‼焼き天ぷらの素

Facts:
- 65th anniversary of its launch
- Package size changed to 600g
- Suggested retail price (tax included): 421 yen

## Enjoy the authentic oil loved by chefs at home! Showa Sangyo's "Extra Virgin Olive Oil" launches a tie-up with restaurants selected for "食べログ Spanish Cuisine 100 Famous Restaurants 2026"

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000185439.html
- anchor: #n1821729
- Companies mentioned: 昭和産業株式会社、食べログ、サル イ アモール

Facts:
- Net weight: 600g/300g
- Campaign period: September 1, 2026–August 31, 2027

## 【Hokkaido's 釧路市】A new branding initiative marks 20 years since the merger. Voting to select 釧路市's new logo and slogan begins Wednesday, August 5, for 12 days only! Votes are being sought from 釧路市 fans nationwide.

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000097947.html
- anchor: #n1821728
- Companies mentioned: 北海道釧路市、釧路市、KUSHIRO BRANDING PROJECT、あいちょう、イオンモール昭和釧路、コープさっぽろ、ジョイフルエーケー、ショッパーズ菱光、ショッピングマート雷さとう、釧路湿原国立公園、阿寒摩周国立公園、KKSコンベンションセンター、釧路港まつり、ジョイフルタウン、つるまる、まりむちゃん、マーケティング戦略室

Facts:
- Starting August 5, 2026
- 2026年8月5日（水）～16日（日）
- Approximately 21°C even in summer
- Population of approximately 150,000
- A total of ４ citizen-participation workshops
- Information sent to 2,000 people
- 46 participating residents
- 12 city staff members
- Sunday, June 7

## Release of the seventh installment in the tie-up video series with "味道 -MIDO-" and "ザ・プレミアム・モルツ マスターズドリーム"

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000125265.html
- anchor: #n1821727
- Companies mentioned: Chef's Link株式会社、サントリー株式会社、菊乃井、味道 -MIDO-、ザ・プレミアム・モルツ マスターズドリーム

Facts:
- Founded in 1912

## e-Mobility Power extends the period of free access to fast-charging stations in response to the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake, through noon on August 17

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000173629.html
- anchor: #n1821726
- Companies mentioned: e-Mobility Power、株式会社e-Mobility Power

Facts:
- A total of 15 locations in Kumamoto Prefecture
- More than 330 sessions in total

## A pilot project using “Digital Address” and “PUDO Station,” by 日本郵便, JPデジタル and GMOメイクショップ, has been selected for a Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism grant program to reduce the logistics burden

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000076822.html
- anchor: #n1821725
- Companies mentioned: 日本郵便、JPデジタル、GMOメイクショップ、Packcity Japan

Facts:
- Open-access smart lockers called “PUDO Station,” installed at approximately 7,000 locations nationwide
- Launch planned for November 2026

## Yahagi Construction Industry and Malme launch joint development project to accelerate construction DX

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000026.000076112.html
- anchor: #n1821724
- Companies mentioned: 矢作建設工業株式会社、株式会社Malme、ヤハギ緑化株式会社

Facts:
- Capital and business alliance signed in June 2026
- Medium-term management plan formulated in May 2026
- FY2026–FY2030

## 【Officially licensed merchandise for the 5th Asian Para Games】

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000174790.html
- anchor: #n1821723
- 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)
- "Tebasaki" comes individually wrapped, one per package (5 bags)
- "Yakikama" comes individually wrapped in small boxes (14 bags × 2 boxes)
- ・On sale from: Aug. 1, 2026 (Sat)

## Shimane Denko once again holds job-experience event for elementary school students through the "San'in Future Kids Project"

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000036.000162243.html
- anchor: #n1821722
- Companies mentioned: 島根電工株式会社、BSS山陰放送、岡田電工株式会社、シンセイ技研株式会社、協和通信工業株式会社

Facts:
- 10 students in grades 5 and 6 took part
- 36 business locations across 34 companies nationwide

## A special summer vacation event for students!! A huge haul of popular squishies is up for grabs at the "grab-and-go event"—the "Dream market Squishy Bonanza" is coming

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000037.000128474.html
- anchor: #n1821721
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Trust、Dream market

Facts:
- Customers who spend 1,100 yen (tax included) or more
- Currently operates 37 stores nationwide, mainly in the Kansai region
- Wholesale business supplying more than 400 discount stores nationwide
- 2026年8月15 日（土）・16日（日）
- Up to 95% off
- Capital: 49 million yen
- Employees: 130 (entire group)
- Established: 2013

## The second collaboration between "Sugar Doll" and "Fishing Life+" is here

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000038.000176908.html
- anchor: #n1821720
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社グローバルギア、GlobalGear Co. Ltd.、Apple Inc.、Google LLC

Facts:
- Fishing Life+ Collaboration Pack Umi A: 2,000 yen (tax included)
- Fishing Life+ Collaboration Pack Umi B: 2,000 yen (tax included)
- Fishing Life+ Collaboration Pack Umi C: 2,000 yen (tax included)

## 【Free admission】A popular summer insect exhibition returns, bigger and better! The "~Yamada Akitsu Specimen Collection~ Beetles, Rhinoceros Beetles and Scarab Beetles of the World" exhibition runs at 韮崎大村記念公園 through Sunday, August 9

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000041.000129901.html
- anchor: #n1821719
- Companies mentioned: 韮崎市、韮崎大村記念公園、韮崎大村美術館、公益財団法人 韮崎大村財団

Facts:
- On view through Sunday, August 9, 2026
- Opening hours: 10:00–16:00

## Exhibition looks back on 70 years since the founding of 日本被団協

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000046.000173187.html
- anchor: #n1821718
- Companies mentioned: 日本原水爆被害者団体協議会、日本被団協、ノーモア・ヒバクシャ記憶遺産を継承する会、全国大学生活協同組合連合会

Facts:
- 70 years since the founding of 日本被団協
- 80 years since the atomic bombings and the end of the war
- August 25–October 3, 2026

## Warriors assemble! The ultimate collaboration campaign between "Hana no Keiji" and OddsPark is underway

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000048.000172252.html
- anchor: #n1821717
- Companies mentioned: オッズ・パーク株式会社、SBプレイヤーズ株式会社、日本記念日協会、コアミックス

Facts:
- 36th anniversary of the start of serialization
- The number of winners for some prizes is set at "87"
- A "Hana no Keiji" collaboration keychain will be given to a total of 200 winners

## Concent assists with an experiment on the psychological effects of immersive video on viewing experiences

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000051.000027489.html
- anchor: #n1821716
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コンセント、株式会社博報堂DYホールディングス、株式会社MESON、Blackmagic Design、STU48、Apple、株式会社CRAZYTVクリエイティブ

Facts:
- 1,200 mm from the performer position at center stage
- 7,600mm from the performer position at center stage
- "Blackmagic URSA Cine Immersive," announced in 2024
- Published on arXiv on June 8, 2026

## 【Seminar on 8/27】【For the interior, furniture and building materials industries】"Solve labor shortages with Physical AI! Become a factory of choice"

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000057.000173258.html
- anchor: #n1821715
- Companies mentioned: シーオス株式会社

Facts:
- The seminar "【For the interior, furniture and building materials industries】Solve labor shortages with Physical AI! Become a factory of choice" will be held on Thursday, August 27, 2026.
- シーオス is a solutions company with more than 25 years of specialization in logistics.

## 掘り出し物満載の 「サマージャンク宝袋」を、カメラのキタムラ 大阪・なんばCITY店で8月23日(日)に限定販売

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000060.000170981.html
- anchor: #n1821714
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カメラのキタムラ、南海電気鉄道株式会社、なんばCITY

Facts:
- A total of 50 sets are available
- Wednesday, August 5, 2026, 11:00–Wednesday, August 12, 2026, 21:00
- A drawing will determine the purchase order for the winners

## New original merchandise from the Japan Post Group women's track and field team, POSTIES!

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000061.000026614.html
- anchor: #n1821713
- Companies mentioned: TOSYO株式会社、日本郵便株式会社、エンドライン株式会社、日本郵政株式会社

Facts:
- POSTIES Original T-shirt: ¥3,080 (tax included)

## [バンヤンツリー・東山 京都] Japanese chestnuts, persimmons and sweet potatoes—the "Autumn Harvests of Kyoto and Chocolate Afternoon Tea" celebrates the flavors of fall

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000066.000142729.html
- anchor: #n1821712
- Companies mentioned: バンヤンツリー・東山 京都、バンヤン・グループ、バンヤンツリー・ホールディングス・リミテッド、withBanyan、バンヤン・グローバル財団、バンヤン・アカデミー

Facts:
- 販売期間：2026年9月4日(金)〜11月22日(日)
- ◇ Price: ¥8,000 (tax and service charge included)
- Our hotel, with 52 rooms
- More than 100 hotels and resorts in over 20 countries
- More than 140 spas and galleries
- 12 global brands

## 橋本・伊都広域観光協議会 to hold the 7th "Koyasan Foothills: Ito Tanoshii Photo Contest"; entries of photos showcasing the region will be accepted from Friday, August 21, 2026 (Reiwa 8), through Wednesday, December 9

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000072.000182609.html
- anchor: #n1821711
- Companies mentioned: 橋本・伊都広域観光協議会、和歌山県、橋本市、かつらぎ町、九度山町、高野町、和歌山県伊都振興局、スターバックス

Facts:
- ¥50,000 in prize money
- ¥10,000 prize
- ¥5,000 worth of specialty products from the Hashimoto and Ito region
- A スターバックス card worth ¥3,000

## 豊田通商、経済産業省の令和7年度補正「グローバルサウス未来志向型共創等事業費補助金（小規模実証・FS事業）」に3事業が採択

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000077.000000769.html
- anchor: #n1821710
- Companies mentioned: 豊田通商株式会社、経済産業省

Facts:
- June 30, 2026

## 令和8年熊本地震における被災事業者さま向け支援措置について

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000090.000138218.html
- anchor: #n1821709
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SUPERNOVA、内閣府

Facts:
- Free for 2 months from the application approval date
- Wednesday, August 5, 2026–Saturday, September 5, 2026

## Sake-brewery skincare series earns high ratings in magazines (Note 1) and expands its lineup; Japan's 日本盛 announces the general release of 2 new products in its "Japanese Sake (Note 2) Moisturizing Series"

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000106.000041514.html
- anchor: #n1821708
- Companies mentioned: 日本盛株式会社、LDK

Facts:
- 2 new products
- Sept. 1, 2026
- Suggested retail price: ¥880 (tax included)
- Suggested retail price: ¥1,320 (tax included)

## スカパー! Korean Wave customer-invitation campaign, Round 2! A "Music Bank" viewing ticket giveaway and visit to the "KBS tour hall" to mark the "KBS World 20th Anniversary" and "スカパー! 30th Anniversary"

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000107.000158612.html
- anchor: #n1821707
- Companies mentioned: スカパー!、スカパーＪＳＡＴ株式会社、KBS、KBS World、Mnet、MBC、KNTV、STUDIO DRAGON CORPORATION、LaLa TV

Facts:
- 20th anniversary of the launch of KBS World
- スカパー! 30th anniversary
- 10 winning groups, 20 people
- Scheduled for Friday, September 11, 2026, 12:00–18:35
- スカパー! will celebrate its 30th anniversary on October 1, 2026.

## Experience develops the ability to select the information the brain needs

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000110.000042635.html
- anchor: #n1821706
- Companies mentioned: 千葉工業大学、中部大学、東邦大学、米国電気電子学会（IEEE）

Facts:
- In a study of 24 drivers
- Held a valid driver's license for at least 3 years
- Those who drive at least 5 times a week were classified as experienced drivers
- Held a driver's license for less than 1 year
- 7月17日付で米国電気電子学会（IEEE）が発行するオープンアクセス誌IEEE Accessに掲載

## New launch: a compact, easy-to-carry "Neatly Foldable Eco Bag"

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000113.000133064.html
- anchor: #n1821705
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フォーカス、CLAT-JAPAN、MOFF

Facts:
- Approx. 35 cm high × 30 cm wide
- Approx. 10 cm high × 8 cm wide × 2 cm thick
- Standard price: ¥383 per sheet
- Sales: ¥1.26 billion
- Sales: ¥1.47 billion
- Sales: approximately ¥4 billion
- 約37億3,349万円
- Employees: 83

## 【27卒就活生212名に調査】64.2%が企業SNSのフォロワー数は重要ではないと回答

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000118.000087010.html
- anchor: #n1821704
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社リソースクリエイション、株式会社マイナビ

Facts:
- Survey of 212 students engaged in job hunting
- 84% of job seekers said companies need social media accounts
- 83.5% of job seekers searched for company names on social media
- 85.8% of job seekers said viewing a company's account increased their desire to work there
- More than half said they had applied for a company's selection process after discovering it on social media
- 76.9% of job seekers said videos were the content that prompted them to apply

## 株式会社CoeNova to launch "Soku Moba" on August 5, bringing society closer to universal connectivity

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000150.000054897.html
- anchor: #n1821703
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社CoeNova、セブン銀行、Amazon

Facts:
- From ¥1,980 per month
- 2,990 yen
- ¥3,850
- 4,950 yen
- Contract administration fee: ¥4,950
- Amazon gift card worth ¥1,000

## バイエル薬品【エレビット®】 to co-host a luncheon seminar at the 62nd Annual Meeting of the Japan Society of Perinatal and Neonatal Medicine on "Maternal Gut Microbiota During Pregnancy and After Childbirth and Its Effects on Children"

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000160.000076998.html
- anchor: #n1821702
- Companies mentioned: バイエル薬品、エレビット®、メネビット®、バイエル薬品株式会社、RJCリサーチ

Facts:
- Event date and time: Tuesday, July 14, 2026, 12:10–13:10
- Event dates: Sunday, July 12–Tuesday, July 14, 2026
- 4,980 yen (tax included)
- 内容量：39.6g（440mg×90粒）/1日3粒目安
- 内容量：33.7g（374mg×90粒）/1日3粒目安
- 2,700 yen (tax included)
- 内容量：26.4g（440mg×60粒）/1日2粒目安
- 3,500 yen (tax included)
- 内容量：10.9g【1カプセル重量363mg(うちカプセル内容量287mg)×30カプセル】/1日1カプセル目安
- 3,660

## 株式会社オール・デンタル・ジャパン and 株式会社あそびラボ join forces to offer a free "AI Search Visibility Assessment" for dental clinics

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000161.000091839.html
- anchor: #n1821701
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オール・デンタル・ジャパン、株式会社あそびラボ、ChatGPT、Google

Facts:
- Limited to the first 5 clinics
- Initial cost: ¥300,000 (excluding tax)
- Monthly fee: ¥15,000 (excluding tax)
- Top page: from ¥250,000 (excluding tax)
- 下層ページ：1ページあたり7.8万円〜（税別）
- スマートスタートプランのページ追加：3万円（税別）／1ページ

## Reservations for Rinbell's 2027 osechi New Year's dishes open sequentially from Wednesday, August 5

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000168.000012798.html
- anchor: #n1821700
- Companies mentioned: リンベル株式会社、五万石本店、千里山荘、北海道どさんこプラザ札幌店、曲〆髙橋水産、あんふぁん、名探偵コナン

Facts:
- 73 items / serves 4 (¥54,000)
- 58 items / serves 3–4 (¥32,400)
- 43 items / serves 3 (¥21,600)
- 41 items / serves 2 (¥16,200)
- 31 items / serves 3–4 (¥46,440)
- 39 items / serves 3–4 (¥54,000)
- 40 items / serves 3–4 (¥32,400)
- 52 items / serves 4 (¥54,000)
- 47 items / serves 4 (¥32,400)
- 36 items / serves 4 (¥21,600)
- 40 items / serves 2–3 (¥16,200)
- 36 items / serves 3–4 (¥23,760)

## Signing of a cooperation agreement with 和歌山市 on issuing disaster victim certificates in the event of flooding

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000168.000159136.html
- anchor: #n1821699
- Companies mentioned: 損害保険ジャパン株式会社、ＳＯＭＰＯホールディングス株式会社、和歌山市

Facts:
- Signed a "Regional Revitalization Cooperation Agreement" on June 29, 2018
- Signed on June 26

## Hokkaido debut: 「チャムス」; Sapporo debut: 「ナンガ ショップ」. Both open soon. 「ザ・ノース・フェイス プラス」 also reopens with one of Japan's largest retail spaces!

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000182.000016744.html
- anchor: #n1821698
- Companies mentioned: チャムス、ナンガ ショップ、ザ・ノース・フェイス プラス、カプセルマニア、喫茶ブルーバード、サッポロファクトリー、THE NORTH FACE PURPLE LABEL、ブービーバード、NANGA

Facts:
- Spend at least 5,000 yen (tax included) on products

## 【The prize at the top is Hakushu 18-Year Limited Edition】A head-to-head contest limited to 566 entries. Reservations for the “Lucky Big-Return Lottery” featuring popular labels open Aug. 5

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000183.000145472.html
- anchor: #n1821697
- Companies mentioned: タチバナE酒販、株式会社アップライジング、楽天市場、Amazon、Yahoo!ショッピング、宮崎どげんかせんとい館

Facts:
- Limited to 566 entries
- 1口3,980円
- 990 yen shipping fee
- August 5, 2026

## 【Identifying gaps in corporate health initiatives】Launch of a service that maps the scope of corporate health support

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000240.000118106.html
- anchor: #n1821696
- Companies mentioned: フラクタルワークアウト株式会社、PHRサービス事業協会、健康経営アライアンス、がん対策推進企業アクション、スマート・ライフ・プロジェクト、Sport in Life、東京都スポーツ推進企業、健康優良企業

Facts:
- Capital: 50 million yen

## アビタス launches the “AI Learning Methods Counselor (beta version)” for its USCPA (U.S. Certified Public Accountant) course

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000246.000089067.html
- anchor: #n1821695
- Companies mentioned: アビタス、パスメイクホールディングス、USCPA、NASBA

Facts:
- 95% of USCPA passers living in Japan

## The Vacuum-Insulated Portable Mug (JOX-360/480) goes on sale Aug. 21

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000322.000053758.html
- anchor: #n1821694
- Companies mentioned: サーモス株式会社、日本酸素ホールディングスグループ

Facts:
- Friday, Aug. 21, 2026
- 0.36L
- 0.48L

## To prevent inheritance from turning into a family dispute: An “Inheritance Division Agreement Preparation Kit” that clearly outlines the procedures required for an estate division agreement is released. Written and supervised by attorney Yuki Katada of Authense Law Office

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000327.000016206.html
- anchor: #n1821693
- Companies mentioned: Authense法律事務所、株式会社日本法令、弁護士ドットコム株式会社

Facts:
- Price: 2,200 yen (tax included)
- A team of 327 people in total
- The group has 409 employees in total

## Travel app NEWT（ニュート） announces full refunds and support in response to the situation in the Middle East (updated Aug. 5)

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000351.000077082.html
- anchor: #n1821692
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社令和トラベル、NEWT（ニュート）、JATA、IATA

Facts:
- We are extending special arrangements for departures through Wednesday, Sept. 30
- Departure dates: Tours departing from Sunday, March 1, 2026, through Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026

## 開催まで2ヶ月半！「採用ウルトラキャンプ2026 in 京都」の申込者数が1,000人を突破

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000364.000035321.html
- anchor: #n1821691
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ワンキャリア、ONE CAREER Inc.

Facts:
- Approximately 1,300 recruiters, business leaders and CHROs gather
- Participant satisfaction: 95.5%
- Approximately 2,000 attendees are expected
- Eligible participants: Recruitment staff, business owners/CHROs, etc. (approximately 1,500 people expected)

## 【Survey of 1,021 people who have tried or considered beard hair removal】While satisfaction is high, about 90% have experienced some kind of dissatisfaction. The need for an environment that makes it easy to keep going is emerging

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000368.000097803.html
- anchor: #n1821690
- Companies mentioned: SBCメディカルグループホールディングス、SBCメディカルグループ、サクリサ、湘南美容クリニック、SBC MEN'S FLASH CLINIC 池袋院

Facts:
- About 90% have experienced some kind of dissatisfaction
- “I want to reduce the time and effort I spend shaving every morning (59.5%)”
- “The burden of shaving every morning has been reduced (53.1%)”
- “Nothing in particular” was listed as a point of satisfaction by 3.5%
- Among those with experience, 86.1% said they had “ever” felt unhappy or dissatisfied with beard hair removal
- “I couldn't get an appointment at my preferred time (30.8%)”
- “Appointments were booked up well in advance, disrupting the pace of my visits (26.7%)”
- “I had work and the business hours didn't suit me (22.4%)”
- “Nothing in particular caused me trouble” was 20.8%
- “High effectiveness”

## A fun, educational fish event will be held at the Northern Central Wholesale Market during summer vacation on Saturday, Aug. 8!

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000378.000124454.html
- anchor: #n1821689
- Companies mentioned: 川崎市、川崎市中央卸売市場北部市場、水産仲卸組合、かわさきマイスター

Facts:
- Reiwa 8, Aug. 8
- 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.
- Seafood products priced from 100 to 200 yen
- Participation fee: 2,000 yen
- First 300 people
- First 50 people

## Young horses battle fiercely for a chance to compete in the final qualifier for the 3-year-old dirt Triple Crown! The Kuroshio Hai (SⅢ) will be held on Thursday, Aug. 13!

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000389.000039442.html
- anchor: #n1821688
- Companies mentioned: 東京シティ競馬（TCK）、中日ドラゴンズ、日本プロ野球、フジテレビ、ココリコ、カカロニ、BOOMER

Facts:
- The Kuroshio Hai (SⅢ), a race exclusively for 3-year-old horses, will be held on Aug. 13 (Thursday).
- As a special summer promotion marking the 40th anniversary of Twinkle Race
- The first 4,000 customers will receive “SPAT4 Chips,” featuring cards of jockeys affiliated with the Southern Kanto region.
- Price: 4,000 yen each (tax included)

## Commune expands its AI solutions to support data use and operations for communities

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000407.000036356.html
- anchor: #n1821687
- Companies mentioned: コミューン株式会社、Commune、Community Sage

Facts:
- “Lack of skills for community management (56.30%)”
- “Difficulty conveying value to executives (35.29%)”

## 粧美堂株式会社 announces a donation to support victims of the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto earthquake

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000411.000057928.html
- anchor: #n1821686
- Companies mentioned: 粧美堂株式会社、日本赤十字社、株式会社ピコモンテ・ジャパン

Facts:
- 1 million yen in relief funds
- Occurred on July 28, 2026
- Launched its contact lens business in April 2013
- In January 2025, it brought 株式会社ピコモンテ・ジャパン, which handles contract OEM cosmetics manufacturing, under its umbrella

## Nihon Chouzai has endorsed “Health Heart Day” on Aug. 10 for 5 consecutive years

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000430.000013551.html
- anchor: #n1821685
- Companies mentioned: 日本調剤株式会社、日本心臓財団、日本循環器学会、日本循環器協会、日本AED財団

Facts:
- Campaign period: July 21 to Aug. 31, 2026

## For lovers of music and culture: NAVYS STORE, offering a carefully curated lifestyle selection, opens on JAL Mall

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000464.000016153.html
- anchor: #n1821684
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社IKホールディングス、株式会社ネイビーズ、JAL、TRANSPARENT、GENEVA、BOYHOOD、La Boite concept

Facts:
- Capital: ¥30 million
- 資本金 6億2,094万円
- 売上高 145億68百万円
- Employees: 177

## Independent research at ジャイアンツタウンスタジアム

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000499.000041300.html
- anchor: #n1821683
- Companies mentioned: 読売ジャイアンツ、ジャイアンツタウンスタジアム、Gタウン、JICA、JICA地球ひろば、スポーツ・フォー・トゥモロー、SFT、よみうりランド、東京ジャイアンツタウン・マネジメントカンパニー

Facts:
- “Independent Research” leaflets will be distributed to the first 200 people each day
- Learn about the countries and baseball cultures of 9 countries around the world

## 徳島市 「オーダーメイド型ふるさとワーキングホリデー」の参加者を募集

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000505.000096281.html
- anchor: #n1821682
- Companies mentioned: 徳島市

Facts:
- Recruitment: approximately 8 people
- Application period: Friday, July 17, Reiwa 8, to Sunday, Jan. 31, Reiwa 9
- Program period: Sunday, Sept. 13, Reiwa 8, to Sunday, Feb. 28, Reiwa 9
- Accommodation subsidy: up to 4,000 yen per night
- Local transportation subsidy: up to 1,000 yen per day (excluding gasoline costs)

## A special event to restore balance through Sogetsu-style ikebana for the Double Ninth Festival will be held at 御料理 無窮 in 六本木ヒルズ

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000548.000023530.html
- anchor: #n1821681
- Companies mentioned: Ｇ－ＦＡＣＴＯＲＹ株式会社、六本木ヒルズ、御料理 無窮、一花 Ikka

Facts:
- Date and time: Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026, 13:00–15:00 (registration opens at 12:30)
- Capacity: 6 people (reservations required)
- Fee: 24,000 yen (tax included); advance bank transfer required; ikebana materials to take home included

## The “Otherworldly Kitchen” challenge event “Lakeside Memories” is here!

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000686.000017345.html
- anchor: #n1821680
- Companies mentioned: ポッピンゲームズジャパン株式会社、株式会社Tokyo Hammock

Facts:
- ~ Aug. 19 (Wed.), 12:59
- Release date: Sept. 5, 2024

## Notice of fundraising for victims of the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto earthquake

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000702.000018863.html
- anchor: #n1821679
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社赤ちゃん本舗、セーブ・ザ・チルドレン・ジャパン

Facts:
- 99 participating stores

## 深谷テラス ヤサイな仲間たちファーム will be closed from Monday, Sept. 14, 2026, through Friday, Nov. 13, and will reopen after renovations on Saturday, Nov. 14 of the same year

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000738.000044559.html
- anchor: #n1821678
- Companies mentioned: キユーピー株式会社、深谷テラス ヤサイな仲間たちファーム、深谷テラス キユーピーとヤサイな仲間たち サラダパレット

Facts:
- Closed from Monday, Sept. 14, 2026, through Friday, Nov. 13
- Site area: approximately 17,600㎡
- Parking: 138 spaces shared with Fukaya Terrace Park (free)

## Women’s manga label 「恋するソワレ＋」, which has produced numerous TV drama adaptations, changes its name to 「ソワリネ」!

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000766.000009284.html
- anchor: #n1821677
- Companies mentioned: NTTソルマーレ株式会社、シーモアコミックス、MangaPlaza

Facts:
- More than 40 million monthly users
- More than 1.91 million titles available, primarily comics
- More than 2,400 original comics
- More than 4.45 million customer reviews
- More than 63,100 free titles
- More than 1,400 special offers

## ‘TENKYU,’ the original character from 「atmos」, collaborates with ‘Monchhichi’

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000886.000063811.html
- anchor: #n1821676
- Companies mentioned: atmos、Monchhichi、セキグチ

Facts:
- Price: ¥2,640 (tax included)
- Price: ¥8,250 (tax included)
- More than 70 million units sold to date
- More than 30 countries

## A short story collection by Jiro of 「シソンヌ」, who has attracted attention for his performances on Ariyoshi no Kabe and in an asadora, is being published in paperback! Release set for 「あの子が故郷に帰るとき」, a definitive work depicting 10 “lovably awkward women”!

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001086.000014531.html
- anchor: #n1821675
- Companies mentioned: シソンヌ、双葉社、NHK

Facts:
- List price: ¥737 (tax included)
- Release date: Aug. 5, 2026

## “Mirai Human Washing Machine” heads to care facilities; long-awaited commercial sales begin. Advance sales of “Mirable Assist Bath” start at ヤマダデンキ

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001148.000082557.html
- anchor: #n1821674
- Companies mentioned: ヤマダホールディングス、ヤマダデンキ、ベスト電器、マツヤデンキ、サイエンス

Facts:
- Price: 1,850,000 (before tax) / ¥2,035,000 (tax included)

## THE NORTH FACE+ サッポロファクトリー, the brand’s largest flagship store in Japan by floor area, reopens after expansion; permanent REPAIR＆CUSTOM service launches

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001282.000007414.html
- anchor: #n1821673
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ゴールドウイン、THE NORTH FACE、THE NORTH FACE+ サッポロファクトリー、THE NORTH FACE PURPLE LABEL、HELLY HANSEN、NEUTRALWORKS、CANTERBURY、THE NORTH FACE / HELLY HANSEN ららぽーとTOKYO-BAY、THE NORTH FACE キャナルシティ博多、THE NORTH FACE CAMP、THE NORTH FACE+ グランフロント大阪、THE NORTH FACE / HELLY HANSEN ららぽーとEXPOCITY

Facts:
- Sales floor area: approximately 269 tsubo
- Sales of THE NORTH FACE are expected to grow by approximately ¥30 billion over 5 periods
- ワッペン、転写プリント、デザイン刺繍1か所：￥550（税込）～￥1,320（税込）
- Text embroidery: text size 1–5 cm, from ¥550 (tax included)

## EXILE TAKAHIRO featured in 「HOTTO LIFE magazine」, the “food web magazine” published by 「ほっともっと」

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001590.000054093.html
- anchor: #n1821672
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プレナス、ほっともっと、EXILE、Lula Japan

Facts:
- As of the end of July 2026, the chain operates 2,421 stores
- Vol.1(前編)は8月5日(水)に公開
- Vol.2(後編)は8月21日(金)の公開を予定
- This year marks EXILE’s 20th anniversary, and EXILE TAKAHIRO 武道館 LIVE 2026 "JUBILEE"〜20th Anniversary〜 will be held on Friday, Sept. 25

## TVアニメ『きみが死ぬまで恋をしたい』シーナとミミ2人の印象的な姿をデザインした「Tシャツ」など新グッズが二次元コスパから登場！【株式会社コスパ】

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001617.000099047.html
- anchor: #n1821671
- Companies mentioned: 二次元コスパ、株式会社コスパ

Facts:
- Price: 3,300 yen (tax included)
- Price: 2,200 yen (tax included)
- Price: 1,980 yen (including tax)
- Price: 4,730 yen (tax included)
- Price: 4,950 yen (tax included)
- Price: 1,650 yen each (tax included)
- Price: ¥660 (tax included)
- Release date: Scheduled for late October 2026
- 【Standard preorder period】Through Sunday, Aug. 30, 2026

## 【ウェスティン都ホテル京都】Forget Kyoto’s lingering summer heat with a refreshing dish. Shine Muscat afternoon tea available for a limited time in September

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002308.000023303.html
- anchor: #n1821670
- Companies mentioned: ウェスティン都ホテル京都、株式会社近鉄・都ホテルズ、マリオット・インターナショナル

Facts:
- 【Price】¥7,500

## 【TOP30 artists added to the most playlists last week】

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003600.000022425.html
- anchor: #n1821669
- Companies mentioned: AWA株式会社、サイバーエージェント、エイベックス・エンタテインメント株式会社、サカナクション、Mrs. GREEN APPLE、米津玄師

Facts:
- 配信楽曲数は1億5千万曲
- Celebrities and users have created approximately 16 million playlists
- 980 yen per month (tax included)
- 1,080 yen (tax included)
- 480 yen per month (tax included)
- 270 yen per month (tax included)

## A collaboration product between クッピーラムネ and Hanshin Electric Railway is here! All collaboration illustrations are specially drawn for the collection!

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003688.000005180.html
- anchor: #n1821668
- Companies mentioned: 阪神電気鉄道株式会社、阪神コンテンツリンク、阪急阪神ホールディングス、クッピーラムネ、鉄道甲子園オンラインショップ、ローソン

Facts:
- A total of 9 products
- On sale at 鉄道甲子園オンラインショップ from Friday, Aug. 7

## 加藤夏希、夫とのまさかの馴れ初めを告白「いつも私を守ってくれてる」衝撃的すぎる“極寒プロポーズ動画”を大公開 天木じゅん「ヤンチャしてました」、別人すぎる“14歳ギャル”時代を公開「全然違う！」

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003713.000064643.html
- anchor: #n1821667
- Companies mentioned: ABEMA、AbemaTV,Inc.、ニューヨーク、さらば青春の光、加藤夏希、天木じゅん、小森純、島田珠代、橘メアリー、神宮寺ナオ

Facts:
- Total views of videos related to the program (*) exceed 900 million
- Her husband’s ¥6 million debt comes to light
- Earns ¥50 million in annual sales as head of a companion agency
- “ABEMA Premium,” priced at 1,180 yen per month (tax included)
- “ABEMA Premium with Ads,” priced at 680 yen per month (tax included)

## A pilot project by GMOメイクショップ, 日本郵便, and JPデジタル using “Digital Address” and “PUDO Station” has been selected for a Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism subsidy program aimed at reducing logistics burdens

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005446.000000136.html
- anchor: #n1821666
- Companies mentioned: GMOメイクショップ、日本郵便、JPデジタル、Packcity Japan、GMOインターネットグループ

Facts:
- Open-access smart lockers called “PUDO Station,” installed at approximately 7,000 locations nationwide
- 住所（※1）を 7 桁の英数字で表現
- Capital: 50 million yen
- Capital: 5 billion yen

## A special cover featuring a newly drawn Doraemon is available for a limited time! The travel guide 『地球の歩き方 川崎市』, packed with 400 pages on the deep appeal of all 7 wards of Kawasaki, is finally on sale

- Published: 2026-08-05T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009310.000002535.html
- anchor: #n1821665
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 学研ホールディングス、株式会社 地球の歩き方、藤子・F・不二雄ミュージアム、川崎フロンターレ、大衆酒場・食堂 丸大ホール本店、丸一食堂、三ちゃん食堂、ガールズバンドクライ、南武線、川崎市市民ミュージアム

Facts:
- Cumulative circulation has surpassed 1.32 million copies
- Produced as a massive 400-page volume devoted entirely to Kawasaki
- List price: ¥2,310 (tax included)
- A holding company founded in 1946 that operates education, medical, and social welfare businesses
- Revenue: ¥199.1 billion
- Consolidated subsidiaries: 82
- Capital: ¥19,817 million
- Capital: ¥5 million

## A comprehensive overview of approximately 15 leading Chinese physical AI companies. An online seminar explaining the 『中国フィジカルAI企業マップ2026』 will be held on Aug. 27 (free)

- Published: 2026-08-05T14:57:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000079687.html
- anchor: #n1821561
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SUGENA、東芝、清華大学、北京大学

Facts:
- Approximately 15 leading Chinese physical AI companies
- In 2025, approximately 85% of humanoid robot shipments worldwide were made in China
- Understand it all in 80 minutes
- First 100 attendees

## A BIRKENSTOCK POP UP STORE opens at GINZA SIX

- Published: 2026-08-05T14:56:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000169.000045396.html
- anchor: #n1821562
- Companies mentioned: BIRKENSTOCK、Bud.

Facts:
- A pop-up store running for approximately 1 month
- “BOSTON” celebrates its 50th anniversary this year

## The Tower of God: NEW WORLD 3rd anniversary update, part 2! New companion “[家門の主]蓮梨藍” joins the game

- Published: 2026-08-05T14:53:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002585.000007736.html
- anchor: #n1821563
- Companies mentioned: ネットマーブル、ネットマーブルジャパン株式会社、Netmarble N2、Netmarble Corp.、Kabam、SpinX Games、Jam City、HYBE、NCSOFT、LINE MANGA

Facts:
- Through Aug. 19
- More than 100 characters
- Established in South Korea in 2000
- July 26, 2023

## Japan’s economy improves for the 3rd consecutive month in July 2026; recovering sales and production, along with spillover from AI-related demand, lift business sentiment

- Published: 2026-08-05T14:52:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001402.000043465.html
- anchor: #n1821564
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社帝国データバンク

Facts:
- The Business Conditions DI rose 1.0 point from the previous month to 43.6
- Surveyed 22,350 companies nationwide (10,518 valid responses; response rate of 47.1%)
- The Business Conditions DI rose 1.0 point from the previous month
- Response rate: 47.1%

## SPEED STAR 30m Dash Challenge Osaka Tournament

- Published: 2026-08-05T14:51:50+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000108.000078573.html
- anchor: #n1821565
- Companies mentioned: 門真市、公益財団法人日本陸上競技連盟、株式会社SPEED STAR

Facts:
- A short distance of 30 m
- Launched in 2025
- Sunday, Sept. 27
- 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
- 50 lower-grade students and 50 upper-grade students

## Appears at a seminar hosted by 環境省

- Published: 2026-08-05T14:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000167.000159136.html
- anchor: #n1821568
- Companies mentioned: 損害保険ジャパン株式会社、環境省、GOSAT-GW

Facts:
- A seminar hosted by 環境省 on June 25, 2026
- The Greenhouse gases Observing SATellite- greenhouse gases and water cycle (GOSAT-GW), launched in June 2025
- Regulations on methane emissions will be fully introduced in Europe and the United States starting in January 2027
- 損保ジャパン began offering Japan’s first “methane emissions detection solution in partnership with non-life insurance (*)” in August 2025

## [For overseas markets] E-commerce app “UR: Low Stock Badge｜Counter” released by UnReact Co., Ltd.

- Published: 2026-08-05T14:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000280.000072693.html
- anchor: #n1821567
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社UnReact、Shopify

Facts:
- Basic Plan: $2.99 per month
- 7-day free trial
- Officially launched at 10:00 on July 22, 2026.

## [JPI Seminar] “Outlook for U.S. Biofuel Policy from an Agricultural Perspective: Policy Shifts, Trends among Agricultural and Related Organizations, and Implications for Japanese Companies” to be held on Friday, Aug. 21

- Published: 2026-08-05T14:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001905.000042328.html
- anchor: #n1821566
- Companies mentioned: JPI、日本計画研究所、株式会社みずほ銀行、みずほ総合研究所、農林水産省

Facts:
- 1 person: 37,810 yen (tax included)
- 2 or more people: 32,810 yen (tax included; simultaneous application by the same corporation)
- Up to 2 people: 11,000 yen (tax included / venue and livestream only / same attendance format)
- Special rate: 18,500 yen (tax included)

## 大立光's July revenue rose 31% month on month; shipment momentum is expected to improve in August

- Published: 2026-08-05T17:47:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608050227.aspx
- anchor: #n1823940
- Companies mentioned: 大立光

Facts:
- 7月合併營收新台幣48.77億元
- Up 31% month on month
- Down 11% year on year
- 累計今年前7月合併營收340.86億元
- Up 7% from the same period last year

## Man gives inconsistent explanations while withdrawing 5 million; Changhua police and bank thwart scam and protect his savings

- Published: 2026-08-05T17:42:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608050226.aspx
- anchor: #n1823941

A man in Changhua sought to withdraw 5 million yuan in person at a bank, and bank staff called police after he gave inconsistent explanations. Officers arrived and persuaded him to stop, successfully preventing him from falling victim to a fake investment scam.

Facts:
- The man gave inconsistent explanations for the withdrawal, first saying it was to repay a debt and then claiming he would lend the money to a friend.
- Police found that Mr. Liang could not provide evidence of a lending relationship.
- Officers from the Minsheng Road Police Station of the Changhua Precinct successfully persuaded him not to withdraw the money.

## 南亞科加速新廠產能建置 今年資本支出升至697億元

- Published: 2026-08-05T17:41:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608050225.aspx
- anchor: #n1823937
- Companies mentioned: 南亞科、補丁

Facts:
- 原先計劃的520億元
- 增加177億元
- A 34% increase
- 提升5A新廠月投片產能至3萬5900片
- 5A新廠資本支出預算上限為3466億元
- Transaction price of at least NT$545 per share
- 處分71.5萬股
- 交易總金額不低於3.89億元
- 處分利益約3.6億元
- 南亞科 still holds a 33.96% stake in 補丁

## 北市公車擦撞汽車爆爭吵 2駕駛檢驗都涉毒駕送辦

- Published: 2026-08-05T17:41:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608050224.aspx
- anchor: #n1823938
- Companies mentioned: 台北市警察局、文山第二分局、興隆派出所、台北地檢署

Facts:
- The bus driver, Xu, is 38
- The car driven by Jiang, 30

## KMT holds mobile Central Standing Committee meeting in Hsinchu County; Cheng Li-wun: 國民黨 will never forget Chen Chien-hsien

- Published: 2026-08-05T17:34:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608050223.aspx
- anchor: #n1823910
- Companies mentioned: 國民黨、民進黨

Facts:
- Nearly 400 supporters gathered at the event

## In response to extreme heat threat, 韓國職棒 cancels games for 2 days and plans countermeasures

- Published: 2026-08-05T17:34:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608050222.aspx
- anchor: #n1823911
- Companies mentioned: 韓國職棒、KBO、SSG登陸者隊、LG雙子隊

Facts:
- Highs reached 39 degrees in some areas
- Will delay game start times by up to 1 hour
- Will decide whether to cancel games before 1 p.m.

## 民進黨 moves mobile Central Standing Committee meeting to Taichung; Ho Hsin-chun presents governance vision

- Published: 2026-08-05T17:33:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608050221.aspx
- anchor: #n1823897
- Companies mentioned: 民進黨、中央社

Facts:
- Six-star municipal governance policy, 168 measures

## 同欣電 targets optical communications and ceramic substrates for AI servers; outlook for next year's performance is positive

- Published: 2026-08-05T17:32:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608050220.aspx
- anchor: #n1823898
- Companies mentioned: 同欣電、北美雲端服務供應商（CSP）、美系功率晶片設計客戶

Facts:
- Third-quarter revenue could rise by a mid-single-digit percentage quarter on quarter (about 4% to 6%)
- Optical communications module revenue is projected to increase substantially in 2027
- 同欣電 continues to enter the 800G and 1.6T optical communications module markets
- Mass production began by the end of 2025
- 同欣電's gross margin in the first half was 29.6%
- 27.2% in the same period in 2025
- An increase of 2.4 percentage points
- Second-quarter gross margin was 31.1%
- Up 3.1 percentage points quarter on quarter
- Up 4.5 percentage points year on year
- The second half is expected to

## Taipei reserve brigade holds mobilization-readiness training at a high school; troops drill with M4A1 rifles

- Published: 2026-08-05T17:32:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608050219.aspx
- anchor: #n1823899
- Companies mentioned: 台北市後備旅、陸軍步兵137旅、Joe Biden

Facts:
- 2 brigades called up more than 5000 reservists
- The 120 mm mortar has a range of 6100 meters

## Taichung's Shuinan Transit Center opens, with a platform reserved for connection to the national freeway system

- Published: 2026-08-05T17:31:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608050218.aspx
- anchor: #n1823900

台中水湳轉運中心正式啟用，打造「7轉7接」交通樞紐。該建設投入逾46億元，為城市交通整合及區域發展關鍵節點。

## Challenges in rebuilding Pingtung permanent housing on subdivided land; county government launches cadastral subdivision

- Published: 2026-08-05T17:28:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608050217.aspx
- anchor: #n1823901

Pingtung County has launched a plan to subdivide land titles and occupancy permits for permanent housing. The move will resolve years of property-rights disputes and help Indigenous community members carry out compliant repairs.

## Seoul braces for heatwave threat, activating measures including water-spraying trucks and cooling centers

- Published: 2026-08-05T17:26:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608050216.aspx
- anchor: #n1823881
- Companies mentioned: 首爾市、中央社

Facts:
- High-temperature alerts have been issued for 65% of areas in South Korea's capital region
- Highs reached 39 degrees in some areas
- 向41萬戶弱勢族群發放冷氣費
- Roads to be sprayed with water up to 6 times a day

## US-China rivalry flares again as China tightens export controls on dual-use drone items to the United States

- Published: 2026-08-05T17:25:11+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608050215.aspx
- anchor: #n1823882
- Companies mentioned: 中國商務部、美國政府

Facts:
- On July 31, the 美國政府 banned imports of products from 43 Chinese companies over alleged forced labor in Xinjiang

## In response to US tariffs, subsidies totaling more than 100 million yuan for workers in 9 industries; extension under consideration

- Published: 2026-08-05T17:20:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608050214.aspx
- anchor: #n1823866

The Ministry of Labor is considering extending the Employment Stabilization Measures to ease the impact of U.S. tariffs on Taiwanese businesses. The program subsidizes wage differences for workers in 9 industries who have had their hours reduced, and has disbursed more than NT$110 million.

Facts:
- The Ministry of Labor launched the Employment Stabilization Measures early last year, subsidizing wage differences for workers in 9 industries who have had their hours reduced.
- As of the end of July this year, the measures had disbursed NT$111,465,967 in subsidies to 10,050 workers at 617 companies.
- The subsidy covers 70% of the wage difference for workers with reduced hours, up to NT$11,500 a month.
- The latest data as of the end of July show that 245 companies and 3,026 workers were still affected by reduced hours, including 192 companies and 2,564 workers affected by U.S. tariffs.

## Executive Yuan Cultural Awards presented; Cho Jung-tai says awards show the nation’s commitment to culture

- Published: 2026-08-05T17:20:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202608050213.aspx
- anchor: #n1823867

文化部が第45回行政院文化賞授賞式を開催。卓榮泰院長が受賞者3氏を称え、国家の文化重視と官民連携による発展を訴えた。

## Kaohsiung’s international cooperation in aid to Kumamoto draws attention and praise from Japanese media for its speed and pragmatism

- Published: 2026-08-05T17:19:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608050212.aspx
- anchor: #n1823868
- Companies mentioned: 共同社、RKB每日放送、FBS福岡放送、KBC九州朝日放送、TNC電視西日本

Kaohsiung City worked with Kitakyushu City to quickly deliver relief supplies to areas affected by the Kumamoto earthquake. The effort was praised by Japanese media and hailed as a successful example of city diplomacy.

## Shimen wind turbines, in operation for more than 20 years, pass environmental review for upgrades with stronger noise and wind mitigation measures

- Published: 2026-08-05T17:16:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608050211.aspx
- anchor: #n1823822
- Companies mentioned: 台灣電力股份有限公司、中華大學

Facts:
- The Shimen onshore wind farm has been operating for more than 20 years.
- Upgrade 3 wind turbines
- Capacity of less than 5 MW per turbine
- Maximum total installed capacity of 15 MW or less

## 味全龍 coach Petersen takes temporary leave to be with his wife, begins Taiwan-U.S. commuting arrangement

- Published: 2026-08-05T17:12:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608050210.aspx
- anchor: #n1823826
- Companies mentioned: 味全龍

味全龍 coach Petersen is temporarily returning to the United States to be with his wife, who is expecting a baby. He will commute between Taiwan and the United States and provide remote assistance, allowing him to balance family life with his coaching duties.