# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-06 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 3 of 11

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 811 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 199 items from 4 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## OANDA Securities adds 3 precious metals instruments to MetaTrader 5 commodity CFDs

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:42:27+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000125954.html
- anchor: #n1833482
- Companies mentioned: OANDA証券株式会社、MetaTrader 5、日本商品先物取引協会

Facts:
- 3 precious metals instruments
- Minimum trade volume: 0.01 lots
- Trading begins at the start of business on Aug. 3, 2026 (Mon.)
- Service scheduled to end after trading closes on Nov. 27, 2026 (Fri.)

## A track record of 990,000 cumulative course participants! The “Level 2 Electrical Work Construction Management Technology (Second-Half First and Second Stage Examinations) Exam Preparation Course,” with a choice of learning styles, starts in mid-September!

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:41:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000104.000157640.html
- anchor: #n1833483
- Companies mentioned: 地域開発研究所、Amazon

Facts:
- General course fee: 41,800 yen
- Group application discount: 39,600 yen
- Repeat course fee: 37,400 yen
- 6,050 yen (tax included)
- 4,180 yen (tax included)

## [Strengthening the group’s overall capabilities] 株式会社エネフォワード to exhibit at some of the industry’s largest trade shows, including the Decarbonized Management EXPO

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:40:54+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000176494.html
- anchor: #n1833484
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エネフォワード、株式会社ストレージ・アセットマネジメント、株式会社エナジーリンクス

Facts:
- Show dates: Sept. 9 (Wed.)–Sept. 11 (Fri.), 2026
- Hours: 10:00–17:00

## A track record of 990,000 cumulative course participants! The “Level 2 Building Construction Management Technology (Second-Half First and Second Stage Examinations) Exam Preparation Course,” with a choice of learning styles, starts in late September!

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:39:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000105.000157640.html
- anchor: #n1833485
- Companies mentioned: 地域開発研究所、Amazon

Facts:
- General course fee: 41,800 yen
- Group application discount: 39,600 yen
- Repeat course fee: 37,400 yen
- 6,600 yen (tax included)
- 4,400 yen (tax included)

## Enjoy a cool summer vacation at Ofuro Cafe ハレニワの湯, a summer retreat in Kumagaya. Make the most of seasonal activities, from rooftop water play and fireworks to challenge games, workshops and a children’s bathhouse.

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:33:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001449.000034897.html
- anchor: #n1833486
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社温泉道場、株式会社ONDOホールディングス、株式会社Kii company、株式会社さかなと、株式会社埼玉武蔵ヒートベアーズ

Facts:
- Fee: 500 yen
- Price: 580 yen and up (please purchase at the shop)
- Price: 300 yen each
- Price: 1,500 yen
- Capacity: 8 people per session

## A track record of 990,000 cumulative course participants! The “Level 2 Civil Engineering Construction Management Technology (Second-Half First and Second Stage Examinations) Exam Preparation Course,” with a choice of learning styles, starts in mid-September!

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:33:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000106.000157640.html
- anchor: #n1833487
- Companies mentioned: 地域開発研究所、Amazon

Facts:
- 4 major cities nationwide
- General course fee: 41,800 yen
- Group application discount: 39,600 yen
- Repeat course fee: 37,400 yen
- 7,920 yen (tax included)
- 4,180 yen (tax included)

## The 「レディオック ハイベイ ガンマ」 series receives a complete model redesign

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:32:53+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000129.000097099.html
- anchor: #n1833488
- Companies mentioned: 岩崎電気

Facts:
- High-efficiency design with a specific energy consumption of around 200 lm/W
- Lightweight design across all classes, weighing 1.6 kg–1.9 kg
- Lumen maintenance life: 60000 hours
- Lumen maintenance rate: 95%
- Standard support for PWM dimming (10%–100%)
- Operating temperature range: -20°C to +50°C

## Report: Succhie & Tamayo's Open House Comedy Grand Fair—a sold-out, laugh-filled summer festival stage that had the audience cheering

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:30:59+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001016.000024241.html
- anchor: #n1833489
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オープンハウスグループ、株式会社オープンハウス 関西支社、吉本新喜劇、イオンモール鶴見緑地、X（旧Twitter）

Facts:
- Capital: 20.31988 billion yen
- Employees (consolidated): 6,495

## GROUND wins the Logistics Award's Special Award for On-site Innovation for fiscal 2026

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:30:40+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000121.000019139.html
- anchor: #n1833490
- Companies mentioned: GROUND株式会社、株式会社再春館製薬所、再春館システム株式会社、BIPROGY株式会社、株式会社タクテック、公益社団法人日本ロジスティクスシステム協会

Facts:
- 2-fold increase in shipping productivity

## A room-tour video featuring superhuman Yoshio Itoi at the entire-rental villa 淡凪-Awana- is now available

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000163315.html
- anchor: #n1833506
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KOTONA、淡凪-Awana-、CANNA、株式会社アッツ

Facts:
- Limited to one group per day
- 1253-3 Minato, Minamiawaji, Hyogo 656-0332

## Held online on September 18 (Friday): “Bringing the future together through food: Thinking about my life and what lies ahead with an end-of-life notebook”

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000106981.html
- anchor: #n1833505
- Companies mentioned: 認定NPO法人ハンガー・フリー・ワールド、大日食品株式会社、遺贈寄附推進機構株式会社、一般社団法人全国レガシーギフト協会

Facts:
- Capacity: 100 people
- Began activities in 1984
- Incorporated in 2000

## Tokyobike takes over the manufacturing and sales business of bicycle brand Pep cycles

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000053935.html
- anchor: #n1833504
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社トーキョーバイク、Pep cycles、tokyobike

Facts:
- Price: 148,500 yen (tax included)
- Price: 8,470 yen (tax included)
- Weight: 11.5 kg (size M)
- Load capacity: 10 kg

## [TV anime “There's No Freaking Way I'll Be Your Lover! Unless...” × カラオケまねきねこ] Event on August 20! The 5 protagonists from the show, “The Quintet,” appear in newly illustrated band outfits!

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000062.000178734.html
- anchor: #n1833503
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コシダカ、株式会社コシダカホールディングス、カラオケまねきねこ

Facts:
- 813 stores in 5 countries worldwide, including Japan
- Revenue: 69.387 billion yen
- 1.4 million copies in cumulative series circulation

## Immerse yourself in the artistic world of games! The MOBIUZ OLED WQHD gaming monitor “EX271QMZ,” featuring overwhelming realism and protection against image retention, goes on sale August 14

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000099.000147090.html
- anchor: #n1833502
- Companies mentioned: ベンキュージャパン株式会社、BenQ、MOBIUZ

Facts:
- 26.5-inch WQHD quantum dot OLED gaming monitor
- High WQHD resolution (2560 x 1440)
- 240Hz refresh rate
- Response time as fast as 0.03ms GtG
- 320Hz refresh rate
- Response time as fast as 1ms GtG
- 260Hz refresh rate
- 250,000 units sold cumulatively across the series

## Shopify announces domestic sales trends for July 2026

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000170.000034630.html
- anchor: #n1833501
- Companies mentioned: Shopify、Shopify Japan株式会社、DAISO、生活の木、ニッセン、KANADEMONO、PAUL & JOE

Facts:
- Sports uniforms/replica jerseys: +806.5% month on month
- Sales expanded to approximately 9 times the previous month's level
- Ice cream also rose 165.5% month on month
- It grew to approximately 2.7 times its previous level
- Sports fan goods: +382.2% month on month
- Sports fan goods reached approximately 4.8 times the previous month's level
- Entertainment trading cards: +268.3% month on month
- Entertainment trading cards reached approximately 3.7 times their previous level
- Automotive sunshades: +136.3% month on month
- Automotive sunshades reached approximately 2.4 times their previous level
- Household insect repellents: +103.3% month on month
- Household insect repellents reached approximately 2 times their previous level
- Handheld fans and misters: +58.2% month on month
- Trays and serving platters: +163.2% month on month
- Trays and serving platters reached approximately 2.6 times the previous month's level

## Elith supports IGPI in becoming an early recipient of the “C Certification”; publishes a case study outlining the process

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000181.000121022.html
- anchor: #n1833500
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Elith、株式会社 経営共創基盤 Industrial Growth Platform, Inc. (IGPI)、一般社団法人日本ディープラーニング協会（JDLA）

Facts:
- Since August 4, 2026, it has been a certified consulting firm for “C Certification,” a third-party AI governance certification program operated by JDLA.
- Since around April 2024, IGPI has been advancing the use and introduction of AI tools while taking certain measures to address AI-related risks.

## ヘア＆メイクアップアーティスト 小田切ヒロさんが手がける大好評POP UPイベント『おすすめには、愛がある。展 -THE TAG MARKET-』にラブ・ライナーの出展が決定！

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000246.000016854.html
- anchor: #n1833499
- Companies mentioned: ｍｓｈ株式会社、ラブ・ライナー、TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY NEWoMan TAKANAWA South 2F・3F "＋Base 0"

Facts:
- More than approximately 4 million total social media followers
- Boasts 1.73 million subscribers

## トヨタが59年ぶりに赤字になった理由とは？ 累計18万部突破の決算書入門書最新版『会計超入門！ 知識ゼロでも2時間で決算書が読めるようになる！ 改訂2版』

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000301.000069413.html
- anchor: #n1833498
- Companies mentioned: トヨタ、ファーストリテイリング、ソフトバンク、東芝、ソニー、日本開発銀行、日本政策投資銀行、世界銀行、日本政府、アライアンス・バーンスタイン、グロービス経営大学院

Facts:
- Learn to read financial statements in 2 hours
- List price: 1,400 yen plus tax

## 「こんな景品があったらいいな」が本当に商品に！「オリジナルアイディア大賞」子どもの部1位『エブリにゃんぬいぐるみ』がついに景品化！8月10日（月）11時よりエブリデイ多摩ノ国店で商品贈呈式を開催

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000304.000024989.html
- anchor: #n1833497
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社東洋、エブリデイ

Facts:
- From 11 a.m. on Monday, August 10, 2026 (national holiday)

## 【銀座・和光】「四弁花 かぐわしⅡ 硝子・漆・金属・木 」を9月10日（木）より開催

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000355.000025779.html
- anchor: #n1833496
- Companies mentioned: 和光、セイコーハウスホール、セイコーグループ

Facts:
- Runs from Thursday, September 10 to Wednesday, 23
- More than 80 works showcasing the essence of craft will be on display
- Business hours: 11:00–19:00
- 最終日は17:00まで

## 【平和堂】「アルプラフーズマーケット富山掛尾」オープン日のご案内 ～2026年9月18日（金）、平和堂の食品スーパーが富山市内にオープン～

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000577.000096754.html
- anchor: #n1833495
- Companies mentioned: 平和堂、北陸銀行、セブン銀行

Facts:
- 平和堂として全171店舗
- Site area: approximately 42,157 m² (entire commercial facility)
- Store area: 2,996 m² (including back-of-house area)
- Sales area: 2,063 m² (directly operated sales floor, windbreak room, Friend Court and tenants)
- Parking spaces: 427 (entire commercial facility)

## Is “turning profitable in 90 days” really possible? 2 lodging-facility turnaround support firms examine real-world cases at a free webinar on Friday, August 21, 2026

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000720.000010207.html
- anchor: #n1833494
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社リロバケーションズ、株式会社リロホテルソリューションズ、株式会社micado

Facts:
- “Turning profitable in 90 days”
- Capital: 30 million yen
- Capital: 50 million yen

## Borderless Japan to hold “ENJIN LOCAL,” bringing people together to envision the future of local communities, in Fukui Prefecture on September 28 and 29

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000788.000021621.html
- anchor: #n1833493
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ボーダレス・ジャパン、株式会社雨風太陽

Facts:
- Approximately 150 people, including local government officials, social entrepreneurs, companies and creators, participated from across Japan
- Sales for fiscal 2025 reached 10.5 billion yen.

## Launch of the “ドコモ スマホデビュープラン U15” mobile plan to support smartphone debuts for those aged 15 and under, and “ドコモ 親子割,” a discount that also benefits their families

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000880.000118641.html
- anchor: #n1833492
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NTTドコモ、ドコモ、ahamo

Facts:
- Monthly fee: 2,508 yen
- Monthly fee: 3,278 yen
- 5GB or less
- Up to 20GB
- 1,100 yen
- 1,870 yen
- Monthly fee: 858 yen
- 550 yen per month

## The laid-back comedy “やわらか戦車” that sparked the online anime boom will stream all episodes free in a first for ABEMA! Nonstop broadcast starts at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 11

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003711.000064643.html
- anchor: #n1833491
- Companies mentioned: ABEMA、ファンワークス

Facts:
- All 53 episodes
- 1,180 yen per month
- 680 yen per month

## XD9704/XD9705 series: compact step-down DC/DC converters for automotive applications, compliant with AEC-Q100 Grade 1, with 36V high-voltage tolerance and 600mA output

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:30:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000160754.html
- anchor: #n1833507
- Companies mentioned: トレックス・セミコンダクター株式会社

Facts:
- 36V high-voltage tolerance
- Maximum output current of 600mA
- Mounting area of 48.7mm2
- Quiescent current of 11μA
- Efficiency of 90%

## Digital soundtrack for the popular title “ネオンクラッシュ -Echoes of the Lost-” to be released on Aug. 6 (Thursday)! All 23 tracks featured in the game are included

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:29:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001578.000002633.html
- anchor: #n1833399
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ボルテージ、プロキオン・スタジオ、有限会社プロキオン・スタジオ、エムアイティギャザリング、任天堂

Facts:
- All 23 tracks
- 2,444 yen (tax included)
- 255 yen (tax included)
- 8,140 yen (tax included)

## What do Malaysian travelers expect from Japan before visiting, and what concerns them? On-site survey by フードダイバーシティ株式会社 at MATTA FAIR September 2026

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:26:55+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000027.000017849.html
- anchor: #n1833400
- Companies mentioned: フードダイバーシティ株式会社、MATTA、Halal Media Japan

Facts:
- Approximately 180,000 visitors are expected
- More than 300,000 total social media followers

## Top live-commerce creator Kana, with monthly GMV of 200 million yen, launches new channel “くまかなライブコマーサー”! Cumulative GMV topped 10 million yen after just 8 hours of streaming since launch!

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:26:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000126.000102719.html
- anchor: #n1833401
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Cellest、トキバナ、ぞうねこちゃんねる、TikTok Shop

Facts:
- Sales record reaching a peak monthly scale of 200 million yen
- Sold more than 100 million yen in a single stream
- Monthly sales topped 200 million yen
- Achieved GMV of 30 million yen within 1 month of debut

## ＦＰＴ signs basic agreement with Qsol株式会社 for strategic collaboration ～Promoting mid- to long-term collaboration in systems development, operations and maintenance for the 九電グループ～

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:26:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000135.000017750.html
- anchor: #n1833402
- Companies mentioned: FPT、Qsol株式会社、九電グループ、FPTコーポレーション、FPTソフトウェアジャパン株式会社、FPTジャパンホールディングス株式会社

Facts:
- Operations at the ODC in Da Nang, Vietnam, began in August 2026

## Have fun creating videos with AI × Canva: new designs added to the 12-type diagnosis of animated Instagram Reels templates

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:25:33+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000188397.html
- anchor: #n1833403
- Companies mentioned: 虹オフィス、Canva、Claude Cowork、ココナラ、Instagram、TikTok、YouTube

Facts:
- Followers grew from approximately 220 to more than 10,000
- The highest view count for a post reached 960,000
- A template video recorded up to 2.49 million views
- Price: 5,000 yen (before tax, as of Aug. 5, 2026)
- More than 180 cumulative sales

## 株式会社クラシテク launches “SHISHIビョウイン,” an AI agent for hospitals. No initial costs, fixed fees or contract lock-in. Simply photograph and send medical charts or X-ray exposure records to complete billing-system data entry. AI also checks add-on charges and claim returns.

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:23:27+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000028.000160988.html
- anchor: #n1833404
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クラシテク、医療法人 北翔会

Facts:
- Training data from more than 20,000 processes each month

## 株式会社クラシテク launches “SHISHIザイタクイリョウ,” an AI agent for home healthcare providers. No initial costs, fixed fees or contract lock-in. Simply photograph and send documents to complete electronic medical record and billing-system data entry, as well as claims for home-care management guidance.

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:23:13+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000027.000160988.html
- anchor: #n1833405
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クラシテク、SHISHIザイタクイリョウ、SHISHIホウカン、CAIVA

Facts:
- Training data from more than 20,000 processes each month

## 株式会社クラシテク launches “SHISHIデイケア,” an AI agent for day-care (outpatient rehabilitation) providers. No initial costs, fixed fees or contract lock-in. Create plans and reports, submit LIFE data and complete cross-checks simply by taking photos.

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:22:46+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000026.000160988.html
- anchor: #n1833406
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クラシテク、北翔会

Facts:
- 0 yen initial cost
- 0 yen in fixed fees
- Work hours cut dramatically to 1/5
- More than 20,000 processes each month

## 株式会社クラシテク launches “SHISHIホウモンカイゴ,” an AI agent for home-visit care providers. No initial costs, fixed fees or contract lock-in. Care records are registered simply by taking and sending photos, and reports and plans are also created automatically.

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:22:29+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000025.000160988.html
- anchor: #n1833407
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クラシテク、医療法人 北翔会

Facts:
- After implementation, work hours are cut dramatically to 1/10
- Training data from more than 20,000 processes each month

## 株式会社クラシテク launches “SHISHIキョタク,” an AI agent for in-home care support providers. No initial costs, fixed fees or contract lock-in. Create care plans, service-use schedules and service provision schedules simply by taking and sending photos, and complete cross-checks of service records.

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:22:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000024.000160988.html
- anchor: #n1833408
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クラシテク、医療法人 北翔会

Facts:
- After implementation, work hours are cut dramatically to 1/10
- Training data from more than 20,000 processes each month

## 株式会社クラシテク announces “SHISHIトクヨウ,” an AI business support service for special nursing homes for the elderly. 0 yen in initial costs, 0 yen in fixed fees and no contract term commitment

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:21:53+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000160988.html
- anchor: #n1833409
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クラシテク、翔陽会

Facts:
- 0 yen initial cost
- 0 yen in fixed fees
- Work hours cut dramatically to 1/6
- More than 20,000 processes each month

## A first for the dental industry*: collaboration with パペットスンスン brings more fun to lip care and preventive habits in dental practices. The 2nd collaboration item, “パペットスンスン デンタルリップバーム,” launches July 30 (Thursday)

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:21:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000024.000102588.html
- anchor: #n1833410
- Companies mentioned: フィード株式会社、パペットスンスン、FEEDデンタル、PUPPET SUNSUN/PS committee、トゥーホック

Facts:
- Contents: 8g
- 1 case contains 50 tubes
- Sales unit: 1 case or 12 cases (boxed)
- Overall length: 77mm

## Snow Peak Apparel × URBAN RESEARCH DOORS 2026 AW exclusive items arrive

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:21:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001618.000003710.html
- anchor: #n1833411
- Companies mentioned: Snow Peak、URBAN RESEARCH、URBAN RESEARCH DOORS

Facts:
- Price: ¥19,800 (tax incl.)
- Price: ¥12,100 (tax incl.)
- Release date: Scheduled for Friday, Aug. 21, 2026

## 【キャセイグループ】2026年中間決算を発表

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:20:52+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000169.000079915.html
- anchor: #n1833412
- Companies mentioned: キャセイグループ、キャセイパシフィック、キャセイカーゴ、香港エクスプレス航空、エアホンコン、ボーイング、エアバス、中国国際航空、ワンワールド・アライアンス

Facts:
- Posted a profit of HK$6.2 billion in the first half of 2026
- 普通株式1株当たり26香港セントの中間配当を実施
- Approximately HK$150 billion set aside for investment in aircraft, cabins, lounges and digital capabilities
- Will introduce 150 new aircraft over the next 10 years
- Aims to serve 150 cities
- The profit attributable to parent company shareholders in the first half of 2026 includes a one-off gain of HK$1 billion
- Recognized a deemed partial disposal gain of approximately HK$1.4 billion following dilution of the Group’s stake in 中国国際航空
- 普通株主に対する第1回中間配当として、1株当たり26香港セント（配当総額：16億香港ドル）の配当を実施

## 【Ranking of problems caused by leaving vacant homes unattended】Real-world findings from a survey of 153 people with experience

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000453.000055654.html
- anchor: #n1833414
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社AlbaLink、訳あり物件買取プロ

Facts:
- 153 people with experience leaving vacant homes unattended
- “The garden becomes overgrown (50.3%)”
- “The building deteriorates (24.8%)”
- “Maintenance costs mount (10.5%)”
- “Discuss it with family (34.0%)”
- “Consult a real estate company (22.2%)”
- “Handle it on my own (14.4%)”
- “Consult the authorities (12.4%)”
- “Prepare to sell (5.9%)”
- “Take action early (64.1%)”
- “Decide to sell (20.9%)”
- “Perform regular maintenance (17.6%)”
- “Consult an expert (9.2%)”

## [Biople] The hugely popular limited-edition color gloss returns on Sept. 16 (Wed.) in a cute Biople×to/one exclusive package!

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004343.000018505.html
- anchor: #n1833413
- Companies mentioned: Biople、to/one、株式会社マッシュビューティーラボ、Biople FES OSAKA、WEB STORE、阪急うめだ本店

Facts:
- 1 limited-edition shade ¥2,750 (tax included)
- 99% naturally derived*¹

## Hi-Chem signs licensing agreement with Asahi Kasei for “Acetolyte™,” an electrolyte technology for high-performance batteries

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:17:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000045.000079959.html
- anchor: #n1833415
- Companies mentioned: ハイケム株式会社、旭化成株式会社、高化学（上海）国際貿易有限公司、UBE株式会社、住友化学株式会社、株式会社リコー、帝人株式会社

Facts:
- A cumulative total of 23 licensing agreements
- Licensees’ total production capacity is approximately 10 million tons per year

## Dinner service suspended at 湯の児温泉 海と夕やけ due to the impact of the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto earthquake; operating details changed

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:17:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000182440.html
- anchor: #n1833416
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社湯の児海と夕やけ、湯の児温泉 海と夕やけ、肥薩おれんじ鉄道

Facts:
- Dinner service is suspended through Reiwa 8, Aug. 31
- Approximately 15 minutes by car from Shin-Minamata Station (Shinkansen) or Minamata IC

## [New book released] First book by Masaro Kakihara, chairman of NASEF JAPAN, whose high school network spans more than 750 schools nationwide: “Making a Living Through Games: How Esports Is Changing Education and Careers,” released today

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:15:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000087.000051175.html
- anchor: #n1833417
- Companies mentioned: 特定非営利活動法人国際教育eスポーツ連盟ネットワーク日本本部、NASEF JAPAN、筑摩書房、株式会社NTTe-Sports

Facts:
- 1,500 member schools
- 100 regular member companies
- List price: ¥990 (tax included)

## 京都高島屋S.C.（百貨店）で屋上夏祭りが開催決定！

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:12:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000109.000096737.html
- anchor: #n1833281
- Companies mentioned: FoodFes株式会社、Color create、京都高島屋

Facts:
- 2 days, Aug. 22 (Sat.) and 23 (Sun.), 2026
- Aug. 22 (Sat.), 2026, 15:00–21:00
- Aug. 23 (Sun.), 2026, 15:00–20:00
- Aug. 22 (Sat.), from 18:30
- Aug. 23 (Sun.), from 17:30
- Gifts for the first 300 people each day

## [For real estate company executives] Announcement of “5 Ways Real Estate Companies Stumble When Adopting AI—and How to Avoid Them”

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:11:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000187773.html
- anchor: #n1833282
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社シクミ

## [Aug. 28] Seminar for developers, asset managers and property managers | A professional in high-end central Tokyo rentals, with more than 1,200 brokerage deals annually, discusses “Units That Rent at High Prices and Those That Don’t: The Real Market Rates for AD”

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000052.000017292.html
- anchor: #n1833289
- Companies mentioned: スマサテ株式会社、SOLPIR、伊藤忠アーバンコミュニティ、東京建物不動産販売、三井不動産レジデンシャルリース、三菱地所レジデンス、東急住宅リース

Facts:
- More than 1,200 brokerage deals annually
- More than 4,800 companies have adopted the service
- Adopted by more than 5,000 companies nationwide

## Flora to exhibit at the “5th Back Office DXPO Tokyo ’26 Summer,” held Aug. 18–19

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000092.000072971.html
- anchor: #n1833288
- Companies mentioned: Flora株式会社、ブティックス(株)、株式会社グッドライフデザイン、トヨタグループ

Facts:
- Wellflow is currently used by more than 150 companies, mainly major corporations
- The continued-use rate is 100%

## IKEUCHI ORGANIC to hold an August-only pop-up event at 今治タオル 南青山店 for “ALL DAY, ALL THE TIME: 24-Hour Comfort Towels”

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000096.000024436.html
- anchor: #n1833287
- Companies mentioned: IKEUCHI ORGANIC、今治タオル工業組合、今治タオル 南青山店

Facts:
- From Aug. 20 (Thu.) to Aug. 31 (Mon.), 2026
- 5,500 yen or more including tax
- Towel handkerchiefs for the first 50 groups
- Imabari towels are made by 68 manufacturers
- Imabari towels have been made in the Imabari area of Ehime Prefecture for 130 years

## Create product tags easily online! Graphic, an online printing service, adds product tags to “スマプリ®デザイン”.

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000127.000134543.html
- anchor: #n1833286
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社グラフィックネットプリント、印刷の通販® グラフィック、スマプリ®デザイン

Facts:
- 1枚あたり 3.7円～

## Programming school “Procla Supported by au” expands the number of locations to approximately 4 times the previous total

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000199.000097141.html
- anchor: #n1833285
- Companies mentioned: KDDI、キッザニア東京、キッザニア甲子園、キッザニア福岡、Mojang Studios

Facts:
- Approximately 60 locations to date
- Approximately 230 locations nationwide
- First 500 customers

## Free guide released for companies seeking Eruboshi certification | 3 common stumbling blocks in the application process

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000341.000058111.html
- anchor: #n1833284
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スリーエーコンサルティング、日本マーケティングリサーチ機構

Facts:
- Number of employees: 261

## エルメ adds a feature to download 1-to-1 chat histories as CSV files

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000433.000059114.html
- anchor: #n1833283
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ミショナ、L Message（エルメ）

Facts:
- 140,000 implementations
- The past 180 days

## [宝島社トイズ “Pack Gacha” August new products arrive one after another] Release of 3 figures that stimulate the senses and 3 stylish charms to brighten every day!

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:09:58+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002473.000005069.html
- anchor: #n1833290
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社宝島社、宝島社トイズ、日本ABC協会、SANRIO CO., LTD.、JILL by JILL STUART

Facts:
- An astonishing 83% chance of winning a prize
- Price: ¥799 (tax included)
- Price: ¥899 (tax included)
- Price: ¥935 (tax included)
- Price: ¥989 (tax included)
- Price: ¥9,889 (tax included)

## Call for participants: “Edu-Spo!—A Physical Education Lesson Study Group for Teachers”

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:09:28+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000184.000053820.html
- anchor: #n1833291
- Companies mentioned: 京セラドーム大阪、一般社団法人日本野球機構、一般社団法人日本プロ野球選手会、オリックス野球クラブ株式会社、株式会社西武ライオンズ、株式会社ヤクルト球団、株式会社読売巨人軍、株式会社中日ドラゴンズ、阪神タイガース、オリックス・バファローズ、東京ヤクルトスワローズ、ロッテ・オリオンズ

Facts:
- Eligible participants: 400 elementary and junior high school teachers, students aspiring to become teachers, and other education professionals
- Eligible participants: 400 elementary and junior high school teachers, students aspiring to become teachers, and other education professionals (200 per session)

## Tsukuba RC Park’s RC traffic safety classes mark their 10th anniversary; Autoliv supports local traffic safety awareness

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:07:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000033.000097129.html
- anchor: #n1833292
- Companies mentioned: オートリブ株式会社、株式会社ヨコモ、JAF茨城支部、Autoliv, Inc.

Facts:
- The program marks its 10th anniversary this year
- More than 400 elementary school students have participated in total
- The company operates in 25 countries
- Approximately 64,000 employees
- Revenue in 2025 was $10.8 billion
- Revenue for fiscal 2025 was ¥130.137 billion
- 総面積4,500㎡の敷地

## Art and culture connect people and communities: 13 cultural and artistic programs across 5 areas of Tokyo

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:07:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001108.000051782.html
- anchor: #n1833293
- Companies mentioned: 三井不動産株式会社、東京ミッドタウン日比谷、一般社団法人 日比谷エリアマネジメント、一般社団法人日本橋室町エリアマネジメント、THE A.I.R BUILDING、alter. 実行委員会、一般社団法人八重洲二丁目北地区エリアマネジメント、一般社団法人TOKYO INSTITUTE of PHOTOGRAPHY、東京ミッドタウン、一般社団法人大崎エリアマネージメント、目黒川みんなのイルミネーション実行委員会、品川区、東京都、東京国際文化芸術祭実行委員会

Facts:
- 13 cultural and artistic programs
- Autumn and winter 2026
- 5 areas of Tokyo
- Oct. 10 (Sat.)–Dec. 31 (Thu.), 2026

## DAIKEN products selected for the set of TBS Sunday Theater’s “VIVANT”

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:06:54+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000122.000104930.html
- anchor: #n1833294
- Companies mentioned: DAIKEN株式会社、TBS

Facts:
- Broadcasting begins July 26, 2026
- Slim design with a total thickness of 4.5 mm

## [東京ラスク] Limited-time POP UP STORE opens inside Tokyo Station! Tokyo Station-exclusive station-building packaging and seasonal products also arrive!!

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:03:59+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000041.000026934.html
- anchor: #n1833295
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社グランバー東京ラスク、JR東日本、東京ラスク

Facts:
- Tokyo Station exclusive: 東京ラスク Mix, 12 pieces, ¥1,080 (tax included)
- Tokyo Station exclusive: Caramel Amande, 8 pieces, ¥648 (tax included)
- Tokyo Station exclusive: 東京ラスク Seasonal Collection Summer, 12 pieces, ¥1,080 (tax included)
- Seasonal assortment of 2 varieties (summer), ¥1,404 (tax included)
- The company has 15 locations, mainly in and around Tokyo.

## Announcement of the “Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake Pet Relief Fundraiser”

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:03:17+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000271.000028421.html
- anchor: #n1833296
- Companies mentioned: アニコム、アニコム損害保険株式会社、アニコムホールディングス株式会社、三井住友銀行

Facts:
- The Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake that occurred on July 28, 2026
- August 6 (Thu.)–August 31 (Mon.), 2026
- Please donate 1,000 yen or more.

## Video editing and title creation, all in one environment: the Vegas Pro 2026 series launches August 6 (Thu.)

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:03:16+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000807.000035169.html
- anchor: #n1833297
- Companies mentioned: ソースネクスト株式会社、Boris FX

Facts:
- “Vegas Pro 2026” (34,980 yen, tax included)
- “Vegas Pro Suite 2026” (99,800 yen, tax included)
- Installation space: at least 1.5GB of free space

## ＜Book adaptation from the “Editorial Board” connecting 700,000 writers and businesses＞indent×文響社 to release “Yuko’s Spirit Appraisal” nationwide in bookstores and e-book stores from Aug. 6 (Thu.)!

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:02:56+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000158.000064443.html
- anchor: #n1833298
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社indent、株式会社文響社、Amazon

Facts:
- More than 700,000 writers
- Original works numbering more than 3 million at most
- 6 stories, 544 pages
- 1,580 yen before tax
- Thursday, August 6, 2026
- October 8, 2019

## 【Start with Instagram】Official launch of an Instagram management service specializing in medical institutions

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:01:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000045.000159384.html
- anchor: #n1833299
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ITreat

Facts:
- Adopted by 5 clinics within 2 months of launch
- 87.6% of patients said, “It would be helpful if medical institutions shared information on social media”
- 82.8% searched for company names on social media while job hunting
- Instagram was the most-used social media platform, at 73.3%
- 88.6% of students who viewed company accounts said they became more interested in working for the company
- More than 500 business deals with medical institutions
- Total views: 1,668
- 60.8% of views came from new users who were not followers

## 【Toyama Prefecture】“100万人のクラシックライブ” to be held at 幼保連携型認定こども園 東山保育園 on August 20

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:00:37+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000129.000043301.html
- anchor: #n1833300
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アスカ、一般社団法人日本中小企業経営者協会、一般財団法人100万人のクラシックライブ、社会福祉法人東山福祉会、幼保連携型認定こども園 東山保育園

Facts:
- 21 locations nationwide
- August 20, 2026
- Capital: 39 million yen
- Capital: 30 million yen

## 株式会社ナチュラルサイエンス marks its 30th anniversary on Saturday, August 8, 2026. A message from the president to everyone who has supported the company

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:00:13+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000183.000024770.html
- anchor: #n1833301
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ナチュラルサイエンス、株式会社ナチュラルアイランド、川崎フロンターレ

Facts:
- The 20th “Smile Kids Art Exhibition”

## Nakagawa Masashichi Shoten’s group exhibition “17th Dainipponichi” scales up significantly, featuring a record-high 159 brands

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:00:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000093.000016802.html
- anchor: #n1833302
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社中川政七商店、HAA、日々是薬膳、issow、密香屋、Bocchi、nin、亀の子束子、長文堂、MIYUKI、TORCHIN、茶ノ吉、Broom Craft、SaDo Stand

Facts:
- 20 brands showcasing artisans’ skills up close
- 33 brands offering a taste of their appeal
- Factory events at approximately 30 locations nationwide
- 1 Grand Prix award
- 1 Runner-up Grand Prix award
- 3 Excellence Awards
- 2 Jury Commendation Awards

## Renxa and YOLO JAPAN form a business alliance and launch lifestyle support services for foreign residents, targeting more than 400,000 registered users

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:00:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000052.000144908.html
- anchor: #n1833303
- Companies mentioned: Renxa株式会社、YOLO JAPAN、出入国在留管理庁、国立社会保障・人口問題研究所、法務大臣勉強会

Facts:
- The era of 4.12 million foreign residents
- Support for 26 languages from August 2026
- Support for settling into daily life in 102 countries, with more than 60,000 people served cumulatively

## More than 100 people gather for a 3rd anniversary and book launch party hosted by the 愛式メディカルリンパ®協会, led by “Ai Sensei”

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000187303.html
- anchor: #n1833467
- Companies mentioned: 愛式メディカルリンパ®協会、株式会社Prorium、株式会社BABジャパン

Facts:
- More than 100 participants attended
- We have shared our teachings with more than 2,300 students in total
- A YouTube channel with more than 1 million subscribers

## Established 一般社団法人日本貿易DX協会 to promote the adoption and standardization of trade DX

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000187906.html
- anchor: #n1833466
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人日本貿易DX協会、株式会社Shippio、一般財団法人日本貿易手続簡易化協会、株式会社トレードワルツ、株式会社日新、トムソン・ロイター株式会社、東京共同会計事務所、財務省、経済産業省、国土交通省

Facts:
- Launched in March 2026
- June 23, 2026

## JDRONE supports development testing for the practical application of Kawasaki Heavy Industries’ K-RACER unmanned helicopter

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000188328.html
- anchor: #n1833465
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社JDRONE、川崎重工業株式会社

## Flight stick controller “T.Flight HOTAS NEO ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE Edition” available for preorder from August 6 (Thu.)

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000122888.html
- anchor: #n1833464
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ゲート、Thrustmaster、Bandai Namco Entertainment、Guillemot Corporation

Facts:
- Estimated market price: 30,800 yen (tax included)
- Scheduled release date: October 2 (Fri.), 2026

## Developed “Pavvy,” an asphalt surface temperature prediction model, using 40,000 measured data points from 200 locations in Japan; achieves a resolution of 280-meter grids

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000137727.html
- anchor: #n1833463
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社VRメディア、気象庁、欧州中期予報センター

Facts:
- 200 locations in Japan
- Grid resolution of 280 meters per side
- Average error: 2.2°C
- N=11,880 or more
- More than 40,000 samples
- 80,000 samples

## Cequence Security announces deployment of its application/API protection platform at Docomo

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000149795.html
- anchor: #n1833462
- Companies mentioned: Cequence Security, Inc.、株式会社NTTドコモ、伊藤忠テクノソリューションズ株式会社

Facts:
- More than 10 billion API communications every day
- More than 4 billion user accounts

## Approximately 30 works, from early pieces to popular and rare works by 草間彌生, to be exhibited and sold at the “Yayoi Kusama Exhibition” at 名古屋栄三越

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000185183.html
- anchor: #n1833461
- Companies mentioned: 名古屋栄三越、草間彌生、村上隆、松山智一、アンディ・ウォーホル

Facts:
- Approximately 30 works
- 45.0 × 54.0 cm
- Limited edition of 60 copies
- Approximately 40 works
- 660,000 yen
- 319,000 yen

## 【Approximately 40% of the harvest goes unsold】Giving new value to out-of-spec “phantom edamame”! An upcycling project from Yahiko Village, Niigata Prefecture, develops 8 new products

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000167666.html
- anchor: #n1833460
- Companies mentioned: YAHIKO Avenir株式会社、新潟三越伊勢丹、grains.bread

## Reduce investigation and audit preparation from “3 days or more” to “27 minutes.” Launch of DAVIE Evidence Edge, an on-site recording and simplified analysis device

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000172862.html
- anchor: #n1833459
- Companies mentioned: ファーストループテクノロジー株式会社、DAVIE

Facts:
- First year: 125,000 yen per month (before tax)
- From the 2nd year onward: 75,000 yen per month (before tax)
- Trial version: 150,000 yen per month (before tax)

## Tackling the challenge of “prolonged water service restoration” during major disasters. Organo and quantum to hold the “PUALIF Decentralized Disaster Prevention Hub Field Demonstration Program,” using well water at Oyama Shrine with the cooperation of 金沢市

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000157195.html
- anchor: #n1833458
- Companies mentioned: オルガノ株式会社、株式会社quantum、金沢市

Facts:
- In addition to the direct damage caused by disasters, disruptions to essential services such as electricity, water, and gas place a heavy burden on residents in affected areas. Water service restoration can take 60 days or more.
- Can purify 5,000L of water without filter replacement

## 株式会社CONNEXT launches the “Digi Employee” series of AI services for small and medium-sized businesses

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000173336.html
- anchor: #n1833457
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社CONNEXT

Facts:
- 基本料金：1案件あたり 月額10,000円（税別）
- In addition to the base fee, a charge of 5,000–10,000 yen applies per task.

## フェデックス、日本郵便との協業を拡大し国際輸送の選択肢を拡充

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000171810.html
- anchor: #n1833456
- Companies mentioned: フェデックス、日本郵便、フェデラル エクスプレス コーポレーション

Facts:
- From early August 2026
- Available in more than 220 countries and regions worldwide

## Bring a new twist to fan activities! New launch: glowing plushie pouch equipped with EL wire

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000153567.html
- anchor: #n1833455
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社MRG JAPAN、MRG、楽天市場、Yahoo!ショッピング、amazon

Facts:
- Available in 8 colors
- Size: approx. 16×14×8 cm
- Weight: approx. 120 g
- Posts about plushie pouches have surpassed 4.1 million views in total
- Currently has approximately 3,000 TikTok followers

## Concert information for the Kusatsu Music Festival, for classical music enthusiasts Copy

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000184606.html
- anchor: #n1833454
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人群馬草津国際音楽協会、草津夏期国際音楽アカデミー＆フェスティヴァル、草津音楽の森国際コンサートホール、草津ナウリゾートホテル、GETTIIS、モーリッツブルク・ハレ国立美術館、ドイツ旧国立美術館

Facts:
- Adults: ¥5,000
- U-25: ¥2,500

## [PMG × Health Management] The company developing “Kencho Navi,” which is being introduced company-wide, will exhibit at the “26th Annual Meeting of the 日本抗加齢医学会” and present initiatives in preventive medicine

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000163526.html
- anchor: #n1833453
- Companies mentioned: PMGグループ、株式会社PMGホールディングス、ピーエムジー株式会社、株式会社PMG Partners、株式会社PMG Logistics、株式会社PMGMA Partners、シンバイオシス・ソリューションズ株式会社、日本抗加齢医学会

Facts:
- A test kit that screens for risks of more than 30 diseases

## TECH PLAY launches a new event series exploring how to learn in the age of AI!

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000183857.html
- anchor: #n1833452
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TECH PLAY-X、エムスリー株式会社、Sansan、Yahoo! JAPAN、CADDi、Google、パーソルイノベーション株式会社、株式会社INDUSTRIAL-X

Facts:
- A media platform used by approximately 320,000 engineers and IT professionals
- Content shared by more than 6,000 companies, individuals, and groups
- A free event management feature that has been used for more than 10 years
- Capital: 60 million yen

## [96.8% satisfaction] 11 companies, including major drugstore chains, gather for the “Online Joint Company Information Session for Registered Salespersons and Pharmacy Clerks,” starting Sept. 13

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000140979.html
- anchor: #n1833451
- Companies mentioned: アポプラスキャリア株式会社、ウエルシア薬局株式会社、クオール株式会社、株式会社クスリのアオキ、株式会社クリエイトエス・ディー、株式会社スギ薬局、株式会社ツルハ、株式会社ツルハグループドラッグ＆ファーマシー西日本、株式会社トモズ、株式会社富士薬品、株式会社マツキヨココカラ＆カンパニー

Facts:
- A total of 400 people participated
- A market worth approximately ¥10 trillion
- Capital: ¥125,000,000

## Appears at “Club Chemistry,” hosted by Phillip Securities

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000166467.html
- anchor: #n1833450
- Companies mentioned: ベルインベストメンツ株式会社、フィリップ証券株式会社

Facts:
- July 24, 2026 (Friday), 14:00–17:00

## “BA+,” an advanced analytics feature, added to the site controller “Temairazu Jido”

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000026.000066885.html
- anchor: #n1833449
- Companies mentioned: 手間いらず株式会社、TEMAIRAZU、楽天トラベル、じゃらん.net、るるぶトラベル、一休.com、skyticket、JALパック、ANAトラベラーズ、Relux、日本旅行、HIS、Booking.com、agoda、Expedia、Ctrip、Hostelworld、AsiaYo、TripAdvisor、hotelbeds、Airbnb、WebBeds、DidaTravel、Shiji Distribution Solution、Fliggy、ヨギオテ、DerbySoft、ダイレクトイン、予約プロ、予約番、OPTIMA、d-edge、iHotelier、SynXis CR、triplaホテルブッキング

Facts:
- Capital: ¥718.58 million

## [AI interview service “MENREN” business features] Launches a 3-month free campaign!

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000034.000036760.html
- anchor: #n1833448
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社X-HACK、MENREN

Facts:
- Free for 3 months
- First 5 companies
- Monday, August 10, 2026
- September 30 (Wed.)

## Marukan Vinegar, a venerable vinegar maker with a 377-year history, selects its 5th cohort of official ambassadors; activities begin August 1 (Saturday)

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000034.000075620.html
- anchor: #n1833447
- Companies mentioned: マルカン酢株式会社

Facts:
- 50 official ambassadors in the 5th cohort
- 6 months, from August 1, 2026 (Saturday) to January 31, 2027 (Sunday)
- Capital: 30 million yen

## Promoted by the 国土交通省: During “Water Week,” August 1 (Saturday)–August 7 (Friday), Suido Kiko to hold its 3rd “sprinkling water event” at locations across Japan

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000035.000141633.html
- anchor: #n1833446
- Companies mentioned: 水道機工株式会社、国土交通省、東京都

Facts:
- Approximately 40 employees
- Ground surface temperature fell from 36.0°C to 34.6°C
- At Numazu EIC, temperatures fell from 41.2°C to 36.0°C
- Capital: ¥1.947 billion
- Number of employees: 1,029

## Pilates Mee to open new “Hasuda” location on August 4, 2026! A machine Pilates studio near Hasuda Mine, a 3-minute walk from the station

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000037.000151208.html
- anchor: #n1833445
- Companies mentioned: Pilates Mee、株式会社RiAGEL

Facts:
- A 3-minute walk from Hasuda Station
- More than 130 locations nationwide
- ¥11,000 per month (tax included; 2 sessions per month)
- Trial lesson normally priced at ¥9,800 (tax included)
- Approximately 71% of members
- 6-month retention rate: 96.3%

## Hair care brand “Linon” collaborates with popular public bath “松本湯”! WELLAD handled everything from designing the customer experience to creating and building the space.

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000038.000090144.html
- anchor: #n1833444
- Companies mentioned: Linon、松本湯、C-position株式会社、SOLIA、ME:I、WELLAD

Facts:
- Event period: August 6 (Thursday)–August 19 (Wednesday), 2026
- A network of more than 1,000 hot spring bathing and fitness facilities across Japan

## New commercials featuring Aya Asahina for overseas travel insurance “t@bihoたびほ” and fire insurance “iehoいえほ” to be released starting August 6, 2026 (Thursday)

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000040.000039844.html
- anchor: #n1833443
- Companies mentioned: ジェイアイ傷害火災保険株式会社、JTBグループ、AIGグループ

Facts:
- To be released starting August 6, 2026 (Thursday)
- Won the overall No. 1 ranking in overseas travel insurance for the 2nd consecutive year in the 2026 Oricon Customer Satisfaction® survey
- The vision for 2028

## <Second survey on souvenir-buying habits> Nearly 90% say “sweets are the souvenirs they’re happiest to receive”! Is “delicious” the answer, rather than “good taste”? New insights reveal how to choose souvenirs that are sure to please!

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000042.000061749.html
- anchor: #n1833442
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社あみだ池大黒、大阪花ラング、ぼる塾

Facts:
- 89.9% answered “sweets”
- “Good taste” (64.0%) ranked first, far ahead of the second-place answer and below
- As many as 95.4% answered that “a sense of local character is essential”
- About 1 in 3 people, or 38.1%, answered that they had received a souvenir they didn’t know what to do with
- Total sales: 25 million units
- Number of responses: 1,036

## ケアネット and 順天堂大学 open applications for the 4th cohort of the “Medical MBA Executive Course”

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000049.000125754.html
- anchor: #n1833441
- Companies mentioned: ケアネット、順天堂大学、株式会社ミナケア、国際医療福祉大学、横浜市立大学

Facts:
- 14 lectures in total
- Capacity: 50 people
- 4th cohort (FY2026)

## 山口県長門市 to develop a new outdoor recreation hub

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000051.000082368.html
- anchor: #n1833440
- Companies mentioned: 山口県長門市、株式会社モンベル、株式会社トラストバンク、株式会社アイモバイル

Facts:
- ¥40,000,000

## Following popular demand, a second limited-time event for the 60th anniversary, “Kisoj Night,” has been added! Enjoy “1.5 times the meat” for the same price on Wednesday and Sunday nights only! The special summer event will run for additional dates starting August 16

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000053.000083122.html
- anchor: #n1833439
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社木曽路、しゃぶしゃぶ・日本料理 木曽路、大将軍、くいどん、とりかく、大穴、鈴のれん、からしげ

Facts:
- Get 1.5 times the usual amount of meat at the regular price
- 126 locations nationwide
- 189 locations in Japan
- Sales: ¥54.57 billion
- Capital: ¥12,648 million

## LUMA, an AITuber with pro esports team VARREL, makes her debut. A debut collaboration stream with VARREL player Mago will be held starting at 20:00 on August 6

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000054.000113895.html
- anchor: #n1833438
- Companies mentioned: VARREL、CELLORB、Twitch

Facts:
- We are pleased to announce that activities will begin on August 6, 2026 (Thursday)
- 8月6日 20:00より、VARREL所属選手、マゴのTwitchチャンネルにて、デビュー配信を実施予定です

## We will hold an open study session co-hosted with 消費者ネットワークわかやま

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000054.000173667.html
- anchor: #n1833437
- Companies mentioned: 消費者ネットワークわかやま、紀の川市、劇団でんでん、NPO消費者サポートネット和歌山、和歌山弁護士会

Facts:
- Sunday, September １３, Reiwa ８
- １３：３０～１５：００
- (Doors open at １３:００)

## 株式会社jig.jp and 株式会社ホロラボ to co-host “Smart Glasses & 3DGS Meetup in Sabae” on Friday, September 11

- Published: 2026-08-06T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000055.000070695.html
- anchor: #n1833436
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社jig.jp、株式会社ホロラボ、XGRIDS JAPAN株式会社、リバークル株式会社、株式会社ボストンクラブ、Cellid株式会社

Facts:
- We will co-host the event at our Sabae office on Friday, September 11, 2026
- Friday, September 11, 2026, 14:30–19:00 (doors open at 14:00)
- General sales are scheduled to begin in late August 2026