# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-10 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 2 of 6

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 414 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 118 items from 5 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## 【アーツカウンシル東京】“Heaven Artist TOKYO 2026” to be held at Ueno Onshi Park!

- Published: 2026-08-10T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001115.000038211.html
- anchor: #n1883401
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人東京都歴史文化財団、アーツカウンシル東京、東京都、一般社団法人 瀬戸内サーカスファクトリー、田中 未知子、ARTE TOKYO

Facts:
- Approximately 100 Heaven Artists (planned)

## JR九州 Web Member Registration Help Session! in Saga Station

- Published: 2026-08-10T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001308.000037933.html
- anchor: #n1883400
- Companies mentioned: JR九州

## A collaboration event commemorating the 25th anniversary of the 『太鼓の達人』 series will be held on TikTok LIVE starting Monday, August 17. Let’s keep tapping “Like” and help bring the festival to life!

- Published: 2026-08-10T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001333.000030435.html
- anchor: #n1883399
- Companies mentioned: TikTok、太鼓の達人、Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.

Facts:
- 25th anniversary of the 太鼓の達人 series
- Starting Monday, August 17
- Aug. 23 (Sun.), 23:59

## “Station Concert in Toranomon Hills” to be held!

- Published: 2026-08-10T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001503.000020053.html
- anchor: #n1883398
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人メトロ文化財団、東京地下鉄株式会社、森ビル株式会社

Facts:
- Saturday, August 29, 2026
- １回目 １４時００分～１４時５０分
- ２回目 １７時００分～１７時５０分

## Hawaii-based power stone specialty shop 「マルラニハワイ」 celebrates its anniversary! Popular natural stone accessories are 10% off! 【Omotesando Store and Lucua Ire Store only】

- Published: 2026-08-10T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001744.000006302.html
- anchor: #n1883397
- Companies mentioned: マルラニハワイ、H1GLOBAL株式会社

Facts:
- 20th year in business
- Total purchases of ¥16,500 or more (tax included)
- 10% OFF

## 【Loft】“ReFa BEAUTY SHOWCASE POP UP STORE” to open at Ginza Loft

- Published: 2026-08-10T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001809.000018324.html
- anchor: #n1883396
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ロフト、株式会社MTG、ReFa

Facts:
- From August 1 (Sat.) through 30 (Sun.), 2026
- ■Number of products: Approximately 50 varieties
- ReFa Aura (M Color + Champagne Gold): ¥13,860 each
- ReFa Heart Dryer Ire (M Color + Red): ¥39,600 each
- ReFa Treatment Iron (M Color + Champagne Gold) and ReFa Treatment Serum: ¥38,500 each
- ReFa Dry Me (M Color): ¥4,730 each
- ReFa Marquis With (M Color): ¥4,730 each
- ReFa Lock Oil: ¥2,640–¥2,800 each
- ReFa Heart Brush: ¥2,970–¥3,300 each
- ReFa Heart Brush: 2 each

## freee to participate in the “AWS Digital Society Realization Tour 2026”

- Published: 2026-08-10T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002127.000006428.html
- anchor: #n1883395
- Companies mentioned: freee株式会社、アマゾン ウェブ サービス ジャパン合同会社、AWS

Facts:
- 8 cities nationwide
- 開催日：2026年8月18日（火）～8月28日（金）
- Founded: July 9, 2012

## Local vocational school students to design a logo expressing “the spirit of home-visit nursing”

- Published: 2026-08-10T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002150.000032951.html
- anchor: #n1883394
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NSGホールディングス、グリーンケアブリッジ株式会社、国際アート＆デザイン大学校、NSGグループ

Facts:
- Students will present their work on campus on Monday, September 26, from 9:45 to 11:30.

## 【Just around the corner: opening night!】Stage production 『一周忌ミュート』 opens on Aug. 12 (Wed.); comments from Anna Yamagaki and Toru Yamaki released, tickets now on sale

- Published: 2026-08-10T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003835.000013972.html
- anchor: #n1883393
- Companies mentioned: ロングランプランニング株式会社、カンフェティ、WaVe'S、ライスアップヒル

Facts:
- S seat with pamphlet and special gift: ¥12,000
- S seat with special gift: ¥8,000
- A seat with special gift: ¥7,000
- A seat: ¥6,500

## ＜Save a total of ¥15,000 for a group of 6!＞ A “special group discount” for the latter half of summer vacation is now available for a luxurious, hands-free BBQ featuring Japanese Black Wagyu beef and lobster

- Published: 2026-08-10T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003882.000014571.html
- anchor: #n1883392
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニュー・オータニ、ホテルニューオータニ幕張

Facts:
- 1名あたり￥2,500お得な￥14,500
- 通常1名さま￥17,000
- Includes a generous free-flow drinks package with more than 20 varieties!
- 2026年8月17日（月）～9月22日（火・休）
- 17:00～21:00

## 【DMMオンラインサロン Event Report】An event marking the 100th broadcast of ラジオNIKKEI’s “Goki Maeda’s Hirakete Hiraku”: “101 (or so) Goki Maedas!” held!

- Published: 2026-08-10T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005098.000002581.html
- anchor: #n1883391
- Companies mentioned: 合同会社DMM.com、DMMオンラインサロン、ラジオNIKKEI

Facts:
- 100th broadcast anniversary
- Approximately 100 fans
- More than 180,000 people
- 60.12 million members
- More than 1,600 diverse online salons

## Short anime 『北斗の拳 拳王軍ザコたちの挽歌』 AT-X special program “End-of-the-Century News BIZ199X” to air Sept. 5 (Sat.) at 21:30!

- Published: 2026-08-10T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008778.000016756.html
- anchor: #n1883390
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フロンティアワークス、株式会社動楽、Animatica、AT-X、Amazon、Prime Video、トムス・エンタテインメント、NIAアニメーション、きしだ Studio BACU、第7スタジオ

Facts:
- September 5 (Sat.), 21:30–22:00
- Broadcast begins July 4, 2026 (Sat.)
- Scheduled to air and stream in 2027

## Report on the Taipei additional performance of Ave Mujica LIVE TOUR 2026 “Exitus”

- Published: 2026-08-10T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009673.000014827.html
- anchor: #n1883389
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ブシロードミュージック、宝島制作委員会、夢飛國際娛樂、HeartHibiki、Ave Mujica、MyGO!!!!!、BanG Dream!

Facts:
- August 8 (Sat.) and 9 (Sun.)
- Performed 17 popular songs from both past and present
- Price: 11,000 yen (tax included)
- On sale Wednesday, January 27, 2027
- Limited-edition special version, limited to 5,000 copies

## Jointly hosted by KADOKAWA “CSP” × エクシング “JOYSOUND”! Large-scale online streaming event 『#CSP歌枠バトル』, featuring a total of 84 VTubers and other creators competing for the top spot, launches Wednesday, Aug. 12!

- Published: 2026-08-10T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000019916.000007006.html
- anchor: #n1883388
- Companies mentioned: KADOKAWA、エクシング、JOYSOUND、U-NEXT.HD、YouTube、Twitch、ニコニコ動画、TikTok

Facts:
- Starting Wednesday, August 12, 2026
- Through August 25 (Tuesday)
- “Karaoke JOYSOUND for STREAMER” usage license, valid for 7 days
- “Karaoke JOYSOUND for STREAMER” usage license, valid for 14 days
- The right to appear in an inter-song commercial at karaoke venues nationwide equipped with JOYSOUND (30-second slot / aired for 2 weeks)
- Starting at ¥3,500 for 30 days
- Used on more than 780 channels
- More than 68 million total channel subscribers

## 【High School Fitness Bodybuilding Contest】381 high school physique athletes battle fiercely. Regional representatives take on the national competition. ＜Risshisha SUKI-1 GRAND PRIX®︎ RHF 2026 Summer Tournament＞

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:59:57+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000028.000109076.html
- anchor: #n1883304
- Companies mentioned: 学校法人立志舎、APF、Zenix、ALL OUT、AMBIQUE、BEAST GYM、CARB UP!最中、株式会社レッツコンサルティング、Luxy Bronze新宿、VEATM、VOLIX

Facts:
- A total of 381 high school physique athletes competed
- The top 5 finishers in each category at each regional qualifier earn a place in the national competition
- 90 athletes will compete in the national competition as representatives of their regions
- Monday, August 17, 2026, 12:30–

## Major seminar on the recruitment manual for medical professionals!

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:54:52+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000160.000069702.html
- anchor: #n1883305
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社あつまる、接骨院グループ、病院、薬局グループ

Facts:
- Track record of supporting more than 10 companies with sales exceeding ¥1 billion (clinics)
- Achieved 11 times as many new graduate applications (接骨院グループ)
- Reduced recruitment costs by ¥10 million through recruitment agencies (病院)
- 150施設超病院・介護施設の運用実績
- 20 times as many attendees at in-house information sessions (薬局グループ)
- Approximately 3,000 judo therapists pass the exam each year.

## Free online seminar “ChatGPT Advertising: Should Your Company Get Started?” to be held on August 17｜Discussing criteria for deciding whether to enter the field when there are no public case studies in Japan

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:49:21+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000186443.html
- anchor: #n1883306
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社くるみバディ、OpenAI、株式会社くるみ

Facts:
- 2026年8月17日（月）16:00–17:00に、無料オンラインセミナー「ChatGPT広告、あなたの会社は始めるべきか」を開催します。
- In May 2026, OpenAI announced an expansion of its pilot program to regions including Japan
- Capital: 5,000,000 yen

## 【明治記念館】Reservations are now being accepted for the “First Meal Celebration Plan,” celebrating your child’s healthy growth! This special plan adds a touch of elegance to an important family milestone, with a private room, a meal for the baby’s first meal ceremony and commemorative photos included.

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:48:56+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000241.000040685.html
- anchor: #n1883307
- Companies mentioned: 明治記念館、花がすみ

Facts:
- 1 child + 4 adults: ¥78,000 (tax and service charge included)
- ※Additional adult: ¥14,000 per person
- Usage time: 2 hours

## SNSpartners launches “on-the-ground recruitment PR social media support” for retailers and small and medium-sized businesses

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:47:17+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000186425.html
- anchor: #n1883308
- Companies mentioned: 合同会社mocchi、SNSpartners

## WOTA announces progress on domestic water support following the 令和8年 Kumamoto Earthquake／Responded locally from the day after the disaster and deployed to 41 evacuation centers through public-private collaboration

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:41:04+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000114.000033781.html
- anchor: #n1883231
- Companies mentioned: WOTA株式会社、株式会社 Hatch PLANNING、ソフトバンク株式会社、フレックス株式会社、北良株式会社、一般社団法人ONE TOHOKU、内閣府防災担当、経済産業省、航空自衛隊、国土交通省、日本水道協会、総務省、DMAT、JWAD、熊本県、熊本市

Facts:
- A team of more than 70 people at peak
- With 100 liters of water
- about 100 people can each take a shower
- With just 20 liters of water
- up to about 500 handwashing sessions are possible

## The first horizontal tote bag joins the Bright series

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:40:28+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000314.000016177.html
- anchor: #n1883228
- Companies mentioned: マザーハウス、Bright

Facts:
- Price: ¥45,100 (tax included)
- Weight: 870 g
- Height 27 cm × width 38 cm × depth 13 cm
- Weight: 745 g
- Height 35 cm × width 30 cm × depth 10 cm
- Capital: ¥27,950,000

## Hyper-casual game Slow Mo Strike ranks No. 1 in the U.S. monthly free action games ranking on Google Play!

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:40:24+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000971.000014685.html
- anchor: #n1883229
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カヤック、面白法人カヤック、AppMagic

Facts:
- No. 1 in the U.S. for the month
- July 2026
- July 16, 2026

## 【Disaster Relief Crowdfunding】WOTA expands bathing and hygiene support for medical and welfare facilities in Kumamoto, where water outages continue; launches crowdfunding campaign to provide equipment free of charge and raise funds for maintenance and operations

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:40:22+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000113.000033781.html
- anchor: #n1883227
- Companies mentioned: WOTA株式会社、JWAD、内閣府防災担当、経済産業省、防衛省、航空自衛隊、国土交通省、日本水道協会、DMAT、READYFOR

Facts:
- The fundraising goal is ¥10 million.
- At evacuation centers, support has been provided at 41 locations using 80 units through public-private collaboration
- Facilities requiring support: 40 facilities
- Units required: 106 in total (53 showers + 53 handwashing units)
- Current deployment: 5 locations, 10 units (initial deployment underway, with all costs covered by WOTA)
- With the ¥10 million fundraising goal, 8 showers + 7 handwashing units will be delivered to about 6 additional facilities and locations

## Where should DX begin for small and medium-sized manufacturers?—7 “first steps” themes revealed by 507 case studies 【ものづくり新聞 Manufacturing DX Case Study Analysis vol.14】

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:40:13+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000039.000079123.html
- anchor: #n1883230
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社パブリカ、ものづくり新聞、サンコー技研、武州工業、トーネジ株式会社、埼玉県内の中小製造業10社、西機電装株式会社、日本ツクリダス株式会社、有限会社永井製作所、福島県の高精度金型メーカー

Facts:
- 507 manufacturing DX case studies classified as involving “small and medium-sized” or “mid-sized” companies
- Digitization of paper-, Excel- and handwriting-based tasks (133 applicable cases / 26.2% of the total)
- Visualization of production results and quality data (291 applicable cases / 57.4% of the total)
- Equipment data collection and IoT (259 applicable cases / 51.1% of the total)
- AI visual inspection and quality DX (167 applicable cases / 32.9% of the total)
- Citizen development and low-code (107 applicable cases / 21.1% of the total)
- Digitization of production and process management (282 applicable cases / 55.6% of the total)
- Digitization of skills transfer and work support (168 applicable cases / 33.1% of the total)

## 奈良商工会議所 80th Anniversary Lecture, 第１弾! “Lessons from Nara’s History—As a Woman Business Owner Carrying on the Family Business”

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:35:49+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000144809.html
- anchor: #n1883232
- Companies mentioned: 奈良商工会議所、ホテル尾花

Facts:
- Capacity
- 映画「大佛さまと子供たち」

## An urban spa produced by “ととのえ親方” is coming to Fukuoka! TOTOPA博多駅前店 grand opening on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026!

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:34:37+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000080.000046514.html
- anchor: #n1883233
- Companies mentioned: TTNE株式会社、東京建物株式会社、東京建物リゾート株式会社

Facts:
- Opening on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026
- Alaskan western red cedar estimated to be about 800–1,000 years old
- A large tree with a trunk diameter of 1 m 37 cm

## “Where can you go in a scorching summer?” Families across 3 generations can enjoy a full day indoors in the cool! プリンセス・パーク倉敷 launches its “Summer Vacation Support Plan”

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:34:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000178795.html
- anchor: #n1883234
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社明日絵、プリンセス・パーク倉敷、いがらしゆみこ美術館

Facts:
- “Princess experience” with 250 dresses to choose from
- A 43 cm-tall princess tower
- Princess experience: ¥1,900 + admission
- Yukata rental: from ¥3,300 (save with online reservations)
- ポーセ絵つけ体験 ●2,500円／30〜60分／ワンドリンク付き／後日発送（送料別途）
- ● 17:00–20:00 / 2 or more people / ¥3,000 per person

## 【OWNDAYS | オンデーズ】Expanding into 14 countries and regions worldwide. Its first Laos store grand opens on Aug. 8.

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:32:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000287.000005214.html
- anchor: #n1883235
- Companies mentioned: OWNDAYS、KOLAOグループ、Grandview Property社

Facts:
- More than 800 types of frames
- About 630 stores

## 東京都写真美術館「出光真子 おんなのさくひん――ある映像作家の自伝」上映会を開催

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:31:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001120.000038211.html
- anchor: #n1883236
- Companies mentioned: 東京都写真美術館、公益財団法人東京都歴史文化財団、国立映画アーカイブ

Facts:
- A total of 40 video works
- A total of 9 programs
- 5 works will be screened on newly printed 16 mm film
- 17 works can only be viewed at this screening event
- General admission and seniors: ¥500
- 100 yen off

## 新宿givers wins 3x3.EXE PREMIER Round.7, defeating the leader to take 2nd place for the season

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:30:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000058.000137287.html
- anchor: #n1883237
- Companies mentioned: 新宿givers、UENOHARA SUNRISE.EXE、TAITO OWLS.EXE、SHINSHU SAKU REGION.EXE、FLOWLISH GUNMA.EXE、giversホールディングス株式会社、こころ整体院グループ

Facts:
- 2nd in the season rankings (495 points)
- Just 5 points behind the leader
- Established in January 2025
- Making its first appearance in 3x3.EXE PREMIER from the 2026 season

## HIBANA ROBOTICS wins contract from 防衛装備庁 to develop an underwater unmanned vehicle evaluation system and control software

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000184553.html
- anchor: #n1883177
- Companies mentioned: HIBANA ROBOTICS、防衛装備庁

Facts:
- Established: May 2026

## Tickets now on sale for 逗子アートフェスティバル2026. The opening event will screen 志津野雷’s “beyond documenta fifteen” with live music. The festival has announced its downtown program and participating artists by venue area.

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000184848.html
- anchor: #n1883176
- Companies mentioned: 逗子アートネットワーク、CINEMA CARAVAN、Smappa!Group、逗子文化プラザホール、旧本多邸、cas!ca、池子の森自然公園、逗子市立図書館、蘆花記念公園、関東学院大学人間共生学部 共生デザイン学科

Facts:
- 2026年10月3日(土)から10月25日(日)まで開催する
- Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, 9:30–20:00 / Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026, 9:30–18:00
- Advance ticket: General admission ¥2,500
- 逗子市民割 1,300円
- Now in its 9th year
- About 20 people, mainly elementary, junior high and high school students from the city, will create the works

## 【Kagoshima Prefecture 霧島市】Toward learning that leaves no one behind: introducing learning materials equipped with AI-powered drills that are not affected by the learning environment

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000062.000096500.html
- anchor: #n1883175
- Companies mentioned: 霧島市、ラインズ株式会社

Facts:
- Starting in April this fiscal year

## 【CLT hybrid construction method】New 3-story detached home, “CLT MASTERS SEKI,” now on sale

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000365.000026371.html
- anchor: #n1883174
- Companies mentioned: ライフデザイン・カバヤ株式会社、公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会、iF International Forum Design GmbH、一般社団法人日本ウッドデザイン協会、住宅産業研究所

Facts:
- 3-story
- 2025 Good Design Award
- iF Design Award 2026
- Wood Design Award 2025
- No. 1 in the Chugoku region for 5 consecutive years
- No. 1 in Okayama Prefecture for 9 consecutive years
- Founded in Okayama in 1972

## “ステーキハウス フォルクス” to be held at locations in Kansai and Kyushu as well! “Watermelon” joins the salad bar! Available at all locations from Aug. 11 (Tue) to Aug. 16 (Sun)

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000453.000007269.html
- anchor: #n1883173
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アークミール、ステーキハウス フォルクス

Facts:
- All Volks locations (40 locations)
- Established: July 1, 1970

## 【うめきた温泉 蓮Wellbeing Park】First in Kansai! Dries quickly without getting hot, even with typhoon-force wind! High-performance “AGLAIA&” hair dryers available for a limited time

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000526.000024670.html
- anchor: #n1883172
- Companies mentioned: AGLAIA&、うめきた温泉 蓮 Wellbeing Park、株式会社ヒガシ、ラスイートグループ

Facts:
- Aug. 13, 2026 (Thu)–Sept. 12, 2026 (Sat)
- High-speed motor spinning at 110,000 rpm

## Seeking teammates who want to make Okinawa No. 1, with “fun and cool” as our concept | Ielove Ryukyu relaunches its recruitment website

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000836.000008550.html
- anchor: #n1883171
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社いえらぶGROUP、株式会社いえらぶ琉球

Facts:
- More than 50,000 companies nationwide
- Capital: 38.25 million yen

## 【Smartphone accessories industry】caseplay, boasting No. 1 in number of compatible models, collaborations and designs, is selling smartphone cases designed by illustrator “あやた,” with over 160 design and model combinations!

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000841.000058495.html
- anchor: #n1883170
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社FOX、caseplay、あやた

Facts:
- More than 160 models
- 4,980 yen (tax included)
- 100％
- 365 days
- 169 models

## Local 5G enables 4K live streaming of the Nagaoka Festival Grand Fireworks Show

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001343.000098811.html
- anchor: #n1883169
- Companies mentioned: NTT東日本株式会社、株式会社エヌ・シィ・ティ

Facts:
- Aug. 2 (Sun)–3 (Mon), 2026
- Nagaoka Festival Grand Fireworks Show (footage streamed on Aug. 3, 2026)
- Approximately 20,000 fireworks are launched
- Approximately 360,000 paid spectators attend over 2 days

## It’s not too late! A proposal for a comfortable, affordable stay-in vacation during the summer holidays

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003881.000014571.html
- anchor: #n1883168
- Companies mentioned: ホテルニューオータニ大阪、株式会社ニュー・オータニ

Facts:
- ¥10,000 credit
- Free parking for 2 vehicles
- Stay together with up to 7 guests
- Deluxe Connecting Room “Rikyu” (60㎡): \29,125 and up
- Family Suite (70㎡): ¥25,225 and up
- Japanese Suite (60㎡): ¥25,200 and up
- Executive Heritage Suite (110㎡): ¥35,750 and up
- Deluxe Connecting Room “Rikyu” (90㎡): \33,800 and up
- Family Suite (70㎡): ¥23,800 and up

## 株式会社ゼロプレイス proves the effectiveness of its exhibition visitor-engagement initiative: 800 capsule-toy turns and 25 participating sponsor companies help improve visitor flow throughout the exhibition

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:21:04+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000081.000166888.html
- anchor: #n1883178
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ゼロプレイス、RX Japan合同会社

Facts:
- Capsule-toy turns: 800
- Number of units installed: 8
- Sponsor companies: 25

## 【WARMGREY TAIL】South Korean brand “WARMGREY TAIL” to hold the largest solo pop-up in its history at 伊勢丹新宿店

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:18:36+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000156767.html
- anchor: #n1883179
- Companies mentioned: WARMGREY TAIL、SONGWOL TOWEL、HANKOOK CHINAWARE、伊勢丹新宿店

Facts:
- Total social media followers exceed 330,000
- A total of 14 items, including mugs and saucers, bowls and plates, featuring 2 designs: “Bunny Bunny” and “Cats & Flowers”
- Six types of towels, including the new hand towel, will be unveiled and offered for presale at the pop-up store

## Helping people understand water infrastructure: outreach class held at Niigata University of Pharmacy and Applied Life Sciences

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:16:46+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000136.000134915.html
- anchor: #n1883180
- Companies mentioned: 水ing株式会社、水ingAM株式会社、インフロニアグループ

Facts:
- Approximately 130 students attended
- Approximately 300 operation and maintenance bases across Japan

## 【Limited time】The beloved “little pig” from the Showa era is heading out again this summer! Two summer designs of the “Tonkatsu Bento” wrapper debut

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:15:19+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000049.000162292.html
- anchor: #n1883181
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社リエイ、株式会社リエイライフ、マンヨーケン（万葉軒）、鉄道博物館、東日本旅客鉄道株式会社、一般社団法人日本フードアナリスト協会

Facts:
- Price: ¥772 (tax included)
- Price: ¥324 (tax included)
- August 14 (Fri.)–16 (Sun.), 2026
- Event dates: July 11 (Sat)–Sept. 28 (Mon), 2026

## EXILE TETSUYA-produced 【AMAZING COFFEE】: The limited-edition frozen drink currently on sale will launch a special collaboration with “SHIKI FARMERS CLUB” starting Aug. 11 (Tue)!!

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:12:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000040.000139583.html
- anchor: #n1883032
- Companies mentioned: EXILE TETSUYA、AMAZING COFFEE、株式会社LDH kitchen、SHIKI FARMERS CLUB、岡本果樹園

Facts:
- Price: ¥980 (tax included)
- Currently has 12 locations nationwide, including directly operated and collaboration locations
- Aug. 11 (Tue, holiday)–Aug. 31 (Mon), 2026

## “ニチレイグループ Integrated Report 2026” released

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:11:56+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000175771.html
- anchor: #n1883033
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニチレイ、ニチレイグループ

## “Profit Improvement and Repeat Customer Acquisition Package” for auto dealerships implemented in “The President’s Double.” Supports improved LTV, including vehicle inspections, insurance and maintenance

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000147.000173646.html
- anchor: #n1883036
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ルミッション

## 【Emergency support for the Kumamoto Earthquake】Supporting the operation of “safe spaces for children,” where children can simply be children

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000379.000005096.html
- anchor: #n1883035
- Companies mentioned: ワールド・ビジョン・ジャパン、木山キリスト教会

Facts:
- 16 children
- 8 volunteers
- 3 WVJ staff members participated
- Drinking water for 30 children
- There is only 1.5 days’ worth left

## The shopping district becomes the classroom and local adults become the teachers. NIJIN Academy Tsubamesanjo campus to open, where children who do not attend school learn throughout their community

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000863.000099150.html
- anchor: #n1883034
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NIJIN、きら星株式会社

Facts:
- The number of elementary and junior high school students who did not attend school in fiscal 2024 was 353,970
- More than 900 students nationwide have studied at NIJIN Academy

## Keita Daikoku, 11th installment (THE SANCTUARY apparel brand launch)

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:06:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000180684.html
- anchor: #n1883037
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ギフトホールディングス、THE SANCTUARY

Facts:
- Sales will begin in February 2027 through the official online store
- A fully integrated private golf resort with membership, scheduled to open in 2029

## 【Chiba Prefecture 印西市】Seeing garbage through to its “final destination” changed their perspective: 24 parents and children experience the “life of garbage” on a one-day tour

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:03:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000040.000180020.html
- anchor: #n1883038
- Companies mentioned: 印西市、印西クリーンセンター

Facts:
- 24 people from 11 parent-child groups
- 5 facilities in the city

## A smoother look for a fuller bust! The popular full-cup “Dontokoi Bra” helps resolve bust-related concerns unique to curvy women and bring out their beauty. Now available in a new wine color.

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:01:55+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000412.000032203.html
- anchor: #n1883039
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社HEAVEN Japan

Facts:
- Price: ¥7,480 (tax included)
- Price: ¥2,200 (tax included)

## TV anime “Gintama” × and GALLERY collaboration café “Gintama Autumn Tea Room” to open in Tokyo, Osaka and Nagoya starting Sept. 9 (Wed)!

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:01:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000055.000117213.html
- anchor: #n1883040
- Companies mentioned: アイティーエンタテインメント株式会社、集英社、テレビ東京、電通、BNP、アニプレックス

Facts:
- The comic series has sold 73 million copies worldwide (including digital editions)
- Available for a limited time from Sept. 9 (Wed) to Oct. 7 (Wed), 2026
- À la carte: ¥1,200 (tax included)
- À la carte: ¥1,400 (tax included)
- Single item: ¥1,100 (tax included)
- Single item: ¥1,500 (tax included)
- Single item: ¥850 each (tax included)
- With souvenir (drink charm): ¥1,500 each (tax included)
- 550 yen
- 500 yen
- ¥850
- 1,650 yen
- ¥450

## 5 organizations in the MICE, events and exhibitions industries address labor shortages and workforce development challenges. Networking event with approximately 100 attendees to be held on Aug. 24

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:01:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000059145.html
- anchor: #n1883041
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人日本コンベンション協会、日本イベント産業振興協会、日本展示会協会、MPI Japan Chapter、日本イベント協会、株式会社コングレ、株式会社 電通、株式会社イノベント、森ビル株式会社、株式会社縁エンタープライズ

Facts:
- 81 attendees last year
- 74 attendees the year before last
- 国際MICEによる経済波及効果は１兆590億円
- 外国人のMICE参加者の1人当たりの平均消費額は33.7万円
- 一般観光での訪日外国人1人当たりの平均消費額の15.6万円
- Membership: 289 members
- Membership: 108 companies and organizations
- Membership: 278 companies and organizations
- Membership: approximately 80 people
- Membership: approximately 60 companies and organizations

## [New proposal] Develops a desk-integrated wireless power supply unit. Enables USB-C charging (PD-compatible) by placing the receiving unit only when needed

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:33+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000282.000009609.html
- anchor: #n1883042
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ビー・アンド・プラス

Facts:
- USB-C charging (PD-compatible, up to 30W)

## Chapters, the bookstore for people in love, steps beyond romance. Trial run begins for “women-to-women matching” aimed at making friends.

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:28+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000034.000069806.html
- anchor: #n1883043
- Companies mentioned: 恋する書店・チャプターズ、株式会社MISSION ROMANTIC、LANDOER、一次元の挿し木

Facts:
- Video chat “Apero” exceeds 400 sessions per month
- YouTube channel “Fun Books and Booksellers” is nearing 100,000 subscribers
- From August 3, 2026.
- It has been 5 years since Chapters launched
- Currently receives approximately 10 reports of relationships and marriages each month

## Marriott Bonvoy taps world-class tennis player Alex Eala for its “Tennis The World” campaign in Asia Pacific (excluding Greater China)

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:17+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000148.000124910.html
- anchor: #n1883044
- Companies mentioned: マリオット・インターナショナル、Marriott Bonvoy、全豪オープン、WTA、ticketmaster.com.au

Facts:
- A portfolio of more than 30 distinctive brands
- 全豪オープン2027
- 2027年1月11日（月）から31日（日）
- The presale ends at 22:59 on Wednesday, Aug. 12 (Japan time)

## Pandora opens a new store at 大丸札幌店 in Hokkaido, further accelerating its nationwide store expansion

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:10+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000084.000066920.html
- anchor: #n1883045
- Companies mentioned: PANDORA、PANDORA Jewelry Japan株式会社、大丸札幌店

Facts:
- “Pandora 大丸札幌店” will open on Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2026.
- Customers who spend ¥22,000 (tax included) will receive an original tote bag, while supplies last, on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Use of the engraving machine incurs a flat engraving fee of ¥2,200 (tax included), in addition to the purchase price of the product, regardless of the design.
- Floor space: approximately 12㎡

## 【ホテル日航アリビラ】冬限定のイベントシーズン「las luces（ラス ルセス）2026」を11月1日より開催

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004323.000002213.html
- anchor: #n1883046
- Companies mentioned: ホテル日航アリビラ、株式会社オークラ ニッコー ホテルマネジメント

Facts:
- From Nov. 1, 2026, to Feb. 28, 2027
- Wednesday, December 23 to Friday, 25, 2026
- Jan. 1, 2027 (Fri., holiday)
- 2027年1月1日（金・祝）、2日（土）
- Approximately 70 minutes by car from Naha Airport
- Approximately 90 minutes on Airport Limousine Bus, Area B

## 4649株式会社 obtains certification under the international standard for information security management systems (ISMS), “ISO/IEC 27001”

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000183212.html
- anchor: #n1883123
- Companies mentioned: 4649株式会社、freee

Facts:
- Certification registration number
- Initial certification registration date
- Expiration date

## New designs created using traditional Japanese techniques. LASTFRAME to hold an Autumn/Winter 2026 POP-UP STORE at 銀座三越.

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000187479.html
- anchor: #n1883122
- Companies mentioned: LASTFRAME、株式会社土屋鞄製造所 LASTFRAME事業部、銀座三越、Selfridges、BROWNS、阪急うめだ本店

Facts:
- Price: ¥26,400 (tax included)
- Price: ¥23,100 (tax included)
- Price: ¥22,000 (tax included)
- Price: ¥24,200 (tax included)
- Price: ¥28,600 (tax included)
- Price: ¥38,500 (tax included)
- Price: ¥49,500 (tax included)

## [Special event; venue only] Experts’ panel members and former National Tax Agency officials discuss the latest developments in “revisions to inheritance tax valuations of unlisted shares” in an unreserved conversation. Events to be held in 3 cities: Tokyo, Osaka and Nagoya

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000187679.html
- anchor: #n1883121
- Companies mentioned: ビジネス会計人クラブ、株式会社YUIアドバイザーズ、税理士法人タクトコンサルティング、株式会社タクトコンサルティング、香取稔税理士事務所、埼玉学園大学大学院、国税庁、中小企業庁

Facts:
- Capacity: limited to 80 people
- Admission: Free for BAC members / ¥11,000 for nonmembers (tax included)
- Capacity: limited to 40 people
- Admission: Free for BAC members / ¥10,000 for nonmembers (tax included)

## [Beware of counterfeits] Tips for getting the best price for オーパスワン and how to identify it | Liquor-buying specialist リカスタ explains appraisal points for premium wine

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000169479.html
- anchor: #n1883120
- Companies mentioned: オーパスワン、ムートン・ロートシルト、ロバート・モンダヴィ、リカスタ、株式会社リスタ

Facts:
- As of August 2026

## Combining functionality and design for outdoor and everyday use: launches the “KASURI Ripstop” series

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000015083.html
- anchor: #n1883119
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スノーピーク

Facts:
- “KASURI Ripstop Jacket” ¥26,400 (tax included)
- “KASURI Ripstop Shirt” ¥22,000 (tax included)
- “KASURI Ripstop Pants” ¥20,900 (tax included)
- “KASURI Ripstop Cap” ¥6,600 (tax included)

## “CHOIS vol.7,” a joint exhibition where you can discover what you “don’t know yet”: 68 brands spanning fashion, accessories and lifestyle present their Spring/Summer 2027 collections

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000127517.html
- anchor: #n1883118
- Companies mentioned: CHOIS、BEENOS Solutions株式会社、HACHI.THE SHIBUTORA FACTORY、TSUYUMI、LeSENT、FORETMENT、andu amet、HOiSUM、Touareg Silver Sahel、BOSTON CLUB、maatii、TENT BAG、SOSSNA&CO、DW Home Candle

Facts:
- 68 brands will gather
- 2026年8月25日（火）から27日（木）
- 次回「CHOIS vol.8」は、2027年2月16日（火）～18日（木）の開催を予定しています
- Unisex: 40%
- Women’s: 35%
- Men’s: 25%
- Fashion accessories: 50%
- Apparel: 40%
- Accessories: 5%
- Other: 5%

## [TOPICS] 01Bank begins using business activity data from プラス株式会社’s “スマート介護” service—using data from care and welfare providers to support faster financing for small and midsize businesses

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000166817.html
- anchor: #n1883117
- Companies mentioned: ０１銀行株式会社、プラス株式会社、ジョインテックスカンパニー、スマート介護

Facts:
- Starting Aug. 10, 2026
- Year business began: 2001

## Exclusive to “credit card transit” with TOKYU CARD! 20% cashback campaign for riding and shopping with TOKYU CARD

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000168073.html
- anchor: #n1883116
- Companies mentioned: 東急カード株式会社、三井住友カード株式会社、東急電鉄、株式会社パスモ、GMOペイメントゲートウェイ、GMOフィナンシャルゲート、Visa

Facts:
- 20% cashback on fares
- Cashback is capped at ¥1,000

## The PEANUTS-design UV series has sold out. Introducing additive-free, non-chemical UV＊＊ and cool-care products from Mama Baby, ranked No. 1 in sales for 3 consecutive years＊, to protect your family this summer

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000141118.html
- anchor: #n1883115
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社pP、MammaBaby、Peanuts Worldwide、ソニーグループ、チャールズ M.シュルツ氏のファミリー

Facts:
- No. 1 in sales for 3 consecutive years
- Pharmaceutical company serving medical institutions, founded 80 years ago
- Launched in spring 2026
- High temperatures of 40°C or above
- 50 mL, 2,420 yen (tax included)
- 80 mL, 2,200 yen (tax included)
- 30 mL, 1,760 yen (tax included)
- Developed over 5 years
- ソニーグループ holds 80%
- チャールズ M.シュルツ氏のファミリー holds 20%
- 75th anniversary

## [FDE-style implementation support] Launch of Claude Code implementation support, working alongside employees 1 day a week

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000136673.html
- anchor: #n1883114
- Companies mentioned: DAIJOBU株式会社、Anthropic社

Facts:
- A total of 0.3–1 person-month per month (designed according to the scope of support and team structure)

## シリコン・モーション unveils SSD reference design kit MonTitan™ for AI infrastructure at FMS2026

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000135224.html
- anchor: #n1883113
- Companies mentioned: シリコン・モーション、Silicon Motion, Inc.

Facts:
- SM8366 PCIe 5.0
- SM8466 PCIe 6.0

## Pilates Mee Life to open new Hakata-Minami location on August 6, 2026! Small-group machine Pilates for up to 5 people coming to Nakagawa City

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000040.000151208.html
- anchor: #n1883112
- Companies mentioned: Pilates Mee、Pilates Mee Life、株式会社RiAGEL

Facts:
- 3-minute walk from Hakata-Minami Station
- Trial lesson normally priced at ¥9,800 (tax included)
- Standard membership fee: 33,000 yen (tax included)
- Studios at more than 130 locations nationwide

## This September, start autumn in Atsugi with a glass of beer. Atsugi Oktoberfest 2026 kicks off on Friday, September 18! More than 27 varieties of German beer, including beers making their first appearance in Japan

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000045.000044297.html
- anchor: #n1883111
- Companies mentioned: ホフブロイハウス・トラウンシュタイン、アインガー、ヴァイエンステファン、ヴァルシュタイナー、ヴェルテンブルガー、エルディンガー、クロンバッハ、ケーニッヒルードヴィッヒ、サンクトガーレン、シュヴァルツブロイ、ライカイム、アルプス音楽団、HUMPTY DUMPTY、Pacific Brass、ブルーツリー、フレイディ、URUHAMO、QUEENESS、tento、日産B&S

Facts:
- More than 27 varieties of beer
- 10 days
- 500 mL German beer
- Receipt total of 5,000 yen

## Received a certificate relating to the Medal with Dark Blue Ribbon from the Cabinet Office

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000048.000111325.html
- anchor: #n1883110
- Companies mentioned: ウエルシアホールディングス株式会社、日本ユニセフ協会

Facts:
- Approximately 3,000 stores across 45 prefectures nationwide

## 山形銀行 to fully introduce neoAI Chat, an AI agent platform for businesses

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000055.000109048.html
- anchor: #n1883109
- Companies mentioned: 山形銀行、neoAI

Facts:
- Announcing that it will launch in August 2026

## Survey of 500 people nationwide on visiting graves

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000063.000015761.html
- anchor: #n1883108
- Companies mentioned: 全国石製品協同組合

Facts:
- The survey found that 57.8% had actually visited a grave.
- Among those who actually visit graves, 60.2% reported at least one positive change in their feelings afterward, such as feeling more grateful to the deceased, gaining peace of mind, or feeling emotionally soothed.
- Visiting 2–3 times a year was the most common response, at 22.8%
- 「年に1回程度」17.2％
- 「数年に1回程度」7.4％
- Offering prayers for ancestors was the most common reason, at 61.2%
- Annual custom or seasonal event: 47.4%
- Cleaning or maintaining graves: 26.6%
- 68.5% visit graves during Obon
- The equinoctial week: 47.8%
- Year-end and New Year: 24.2%
- The anniversary of the death or monthly death anniversary: 21.8%
- Feeling more grateful to the deceased: 35.3%
- Gaining peace of mind from feeling protected by ancestors: 23.2%

## Support for reconstruction following the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000066.000046778.html
- anchor: #n1883107
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社獺祭

Facts:
- 30 million yen in relief donations

## [Survey on fan activities, heatstroke and hydration] About 1 in 3 people have engaged in fan activities; of those, 21.3% said they had suffered heatstroke while taking part in fan activities in summer

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000070.000057138.html
- anchor: #n1883106
- Companies mentioned: BRITA Japan株式会社、BRITA LARQ iQ ボトル、ブリタ グループ

Facts:
- 33.0% have engaged in fan activities in recent years
- 21.3% said they had experienced heatstroke while taking part in fan activities during summer (June–September)
- 61.5% have refrained from drinking fluids while taking part in fan activities
- To avoid crowded restrooms: 28.2%
- Not wanting to leave their seat during a performance or game to use the restroom: 26.0%
- Reference price: 19,800 yen (before tax)
- Total sales for fiscal 2024 were 727 million euros
- As of the end of 2024, the company had 2,433 employees worldwide
- As of the end of 2025, approximately 30 employees

## Sengoku-era Wakayama City Stamp Rally: Race Across Sites Connected to the Brothers Toyotomi Hideyoshi and Hidenaga, held from Saturday, August 8, Reiwa 8, through Sunday, October 4

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000074.000182609.html
- anchor: #n1883105
- Companies mentioned: 和歌山県、和歌山市観光協会、大阪市、長浜市、大和郡山市、福知山市、朝来市、姫路市、タウンホテル丸の内、サンホテル和歌山、ビジネスホテルかつや、ワカヤマ第1冨士ホテル、ワカヤマ第2富士ホテル、ホテルグランヴィア和歌山、ホテルランドマーク和歌山、ダイワロイネットホテル和歌山、HOTEL CITY INN WAKAYAMA、BKウィークリーマンション＆ホテル、和歌山アーバンホテル、東横イン JR和歌山駅東口、スマイルホテル和歌山、ビジネスホテルみやま、Guesthouse RICO、アパホテル <和歌山>、Charlie's Bed、Wood High ROOMS、スイータブルホテルTO、美園のおやど（い）、美園のおやど（ろ）、新和歌ロッジ、和歌の浦温泉 萬波 MANPA RESORT 日本スタイル、紀州温泉ありがとうの湯 漁火の宿 シーサイド観潮、双子島荘、潮風荘、紀三井寺ガーデンホテル はやし、Wakanoura Nature Resort エピカリス、加太海月、大阪屋ひいなの湯、あたらしや旅館、民泊 憩、休暇村紀州加太、花山温泉 薬師の湯、かなたのさと、和歌山マリーナシティホテル

Facts:
- First 3,000 people
- First 1,000 people
- First 300 people

## [神戸ポートタワーホテル] Free breakfast and dinner for children in elementary school and younger! Offering a summer-break accommodation plan with a Kids' Stay & Eat Pass

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000084.000084275.html
- anchor: #n1883104
- Companies mentioned: 神戸ポートタワーホテル、株式会社アベストコーポレーション、認定NPO法人全国こども食堂支援センター・むすびえ

Facts:
- For elementary school students, breakfast costs 1,680 yen
- 1泊あたり合計4,760円
- For preschoolers, breakfast costs 800 yen
- 1泊あたり合計1,800円
- Meals worth up to 9,520 yen are free for 2 children
- 219 rooms

## Get fish protein easily, even in the summer heat! Launching the Must-Buy Campaign for the Summer Protein Boost Festival on Monday, August 10

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000088.000016604.html
- anchor: #n1883103
- Companies mentioned: カネテツデリカフーズ、QUO

Facts:
- 1,000 yen in QUO Card Pay
- Purchases of 500 yen or more, including tax
- 5 winners selected by lottery

## トヨタ・モビリティ基金 and タテシナ会議's New Child Awareness Subcommittee develop Nanamamo School Route Discovery Navigator, a traffic safety education app for parents and children, and traffic safety lesson materials for schools

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000092.000151437.html
- anchor: #n1883102
- Companies mentioned: トヨタ・モビリティ基金、タテシナ会議、ベネッセコーポレーション

Facts:
- For first-grade students and their parents

## ハイアット セントリック 金沢 | Savor the best of Hokkaido, from seafood to the bounty of the land: exquisite Hokkaido Harvest Table dinner course and delightful afternoon tea

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000099.000058398.html
- anchor: #n1883101
- Companies mentioned: ハイアット セントリック 金沢、ハイアット セントリック 札幌

Facts:
- Starting September 1, 2026
- 2026年9月1日（火）～11月18日（水）
- 2026年9月1日(火)～11月30日(月)
- Price: 13,000 yen per person (tax included; 15% service charge not included)
- Price: 4,400 yen per person (tax included; 15% service charge not included)

## [Fall 2025 Best Sellers Report] Popular care products to keep summer damage from carrying over into autumn

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000107.000116949.html
- anchor: #n1883100
- Companies mentioned: iHerb、California Gold Nutrition、Nutricost、NOW Foods、Yogi Tea、Wholesome Sweeteners

Facts:
- More than 1,800 brands
- More than 50,000 products
- 15 million people annually
- ビタミンCを1粒に1,000mg配合
- 240 tablets
- Regular price: 2,551 yen
- 206 g
- Regular price: 2,889 yen
- 120 tablets
- Regular price: 2,232 yen
- Vitamin D3 (25 mcg / 1,000 IU)
- Vitamin K2 (45 mcg)
- Regular price: 1,597 yen
- 16 tea bags

## Seeking professionals to support high school students’ careers! RePlayce begins actively recruiting coaches with career consultant qualifications

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000107.000139448.html
- anchor: #n1883099
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社RePlayce、HR高等学院、NTTドコモ、TANQ BASE

Facts:
- Opening in April 2025
- Holds school recommendation slots at 71 universities overseas

## Grameen Japan brings together 10 implementing organizations in a “network meeting” for its dormant deposits utilization program

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000112.000062687.html
- anchor: #n1883098
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人グラミン日本、特定非営利活動法人ウィズワーク・ラボ、株式会社うむさんラボ、株式会社キズキ、株式会社キャリア・マム、株式会社きらり.コーポレーション、一般社団法人BlessU、特定非営利活動法人オカヤマビューティサミット、コグニティ株式会社、株式会社Ccobi、特定非営利活動法人mia forza

Facts:
- Participating organizations: 10 (including online participants)
- 170 million new jobs will be created worldwide
- 92 million existing jobs will be lost
- A net increase of approximately 78 million jobs

## [Digital Gallery] Dream art collection to be exhibited inside stations along the Meitetsu Seto Line

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000113.000068880.html
- anchor: #n1883097
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社IDEABLE WORKS、名古屋鉄道、HACKK TAG

Facts:
- 4 stations on the Meitetsu Seto Line
- 12 artworks
- Wednesday, July 29, 2026
- Tuesday, September 15, 2026
- Approximately 3,000 artists
- Approximately 13,000 works

## Experience speeds of 500 km/h: Lottery applications for the “Superconducting Maglev Ride Experience Tour” open at 13:00 on Monday, August 10! [Departures from and arrivals in Tokyo and Shizuoka offered for the first time]

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000115.000065007.html
- anchor: #n1883096
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ジェイアール東海ツアーズ、JR東海、JR西日本、JR九州

Facts:
- 500 km/h
- The Tokaido Shinkansen’s maximum speed (285 km/h)
- The ride lasts approximately 30 minutes, including boarding and disembarking.
- 80 people each for courses A, B, D and E
- 160 people for course C
- Minimum number of participants: 40 for each course
- 39,800 yen
- 63,800 yen
- 34,800 yen
- 42,800 yen
- 64,800 yen
- Annual membership fee: 1,100 yen, including tax

## [GRAPHT] PlayStation™-licensed pop-up store now open at JR Ikebukuro Station; a wide range of summer apparel from “PlayStation™” and new “Bloodborne” items on offer

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000118.000162957.html
- anchor: #n1883095
- Companies mentioned: MSY株式会社、GRAPHT、ASOBI GRAPHT、PlayStation™、Bloodborne

Facts:
- Customers who spend at least 5,500 yen, including tax
- Shirt / PlayStation™ (M/L/XL) 8,800 yen, including tax
- Nylon shorts / PlayStation™ (M/L/XL) 6,600 yen, including tax
- 3D-embroidered cotton twill bucket hat / PlayStation™ 4,950 yen, including tax
- Nylon ripstop gym sack / PlayStation™ 3,850 yen, including tax
- Handheld USB fan / PlayStation™ 3,960 yen, including tax
- Supporter cooling ring / PlayStation™ 2,970 yen, including tax
- Bloodborne title-logo mug 3,300 yen, including tax
- Bloodborne acrylic coasters, 3 designs (key visual / Hunter’s Dream and flower field / clock tower) 1,100 yen each, including tax
- Bloodborne trading acrylic magnets, 6 designs 990 yen each, including tax
- Box: 5,940 yen, including tax

## 経営者に、まっすぐ届く。経営者向けイベントを年間360回以上開催する参謀BARの来店者・参加者に直接アプローチできる告知サービス「参謀Ads」を提供開始

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000123.000016218.html
- anchor: #n1883094
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社経営参謀、参謀BAR

Facts:
- Holds more than 360 events for business leaders annually
- Has brought together a total of more than 10,000 business leaders
- Has a track record of acquiring participants at a CPA in the 5,000-yen range

## [How a pertussis outbreak was contained in developing country Vanuatu] JCV-supported vaccines helped curb the spread early—local nurses describe vaccination efforts that protected young lives

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000124.000007754.html
- anchor: #n1883093
- Companies mentioned: 認定NPO法人 世界の子どもにワクチンを 日本委員会(JCV)、UNICEF、厚生労働省、WHO、世界銀行

Facts:
- On some days, more than 100 children came with their parents
- The “basic reproduction number” is 16-21
- Approximately 80% of people become infected (compared with approximately 23% for influenza)
- Approximately 24 million people worldwide contract pertussis each year
- Approximately 160,000 people lose their lives
- Area: approximately 12,190 square kilometers
- Population: approximately 327,000
- An island nation stretching approximately 1,200 km from north to south
- 1人分20円
- Even the more expensive ones cost approximately 280 yen
- Has delivered vaccines to approximately 133.77 million children
- 約1億1,7751円分のワクチンやコールドチェーン機器を贈ることができました

## Participating as a partner in the GOOD IDEA category of “SIW IMPACT,” an awards program held at SOCIAL INNOVATION WEEK 2026

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000128.000026996.html
- anchor: #n1883092
- Companies mentioned: アクシスコンサルティング株式会社、一般社団法人渋谷未来デザイン、株式会社サン・システムプランニング

Facts:
- Prize: 100,000 yen
- Provides spot consulting services by アクシスコンサルティング株式会社 (3 sessions in total)
- Number of employees: 197 (as of the end of June 2026)
- Capital: 765 million yen

## [General sales begin August 20] World’s first! “Mirai Speaker Ear,” an ear-cuff-style sound amplifier with hearing adjustment functionality (1) | Support tops 480 million yen in advance reservations on GREEN FUNDING

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000133.000042881.html
- anchor: #n1883091
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ミライスピーカー、ステラアソシエ株式会社、GREEN FUNDING

Facts:
- Support tops 480 million yen
- 400,000 units sold cumulatively
- Approximately 13 million people in Japan have hearing difficulties
- 5.6 g per ear
- ¥39,600 (tax included)
- ¥29,700 (tax included)
- Capital: 50,000,000 yen

## [“Okayama Historical Discovery Tour,” a fun way to learn about 岡山市’s history] Rekitabi tour: “A toast to Todaiji Temple’s patterns! A history experience tour” to be held!

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000145.000162207.html
- anchor: #n1883090
- Companies mentioned: 岡山市、株式会社ｉプランニングKOHWA、キリンビール

Facts:
- Morning session: 6,000 yen
- Afternoon session: 5,500 yen
- 10 people per session

## Radio DJ 井門宗之 begins distributing a newsletter on the professional writing platform “theLetter”

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000151.000037666.html
- anchor: #n1883089
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社OutNow、TOKYO FM、株式会社ジャパンエフエムネットワーク、SmartNews+、ITmedia

Facts:
- More than 1,000 writers

## <Indie Game Project> Pocky appointed official ambassador for indie games! Winners of the SELECTED INDIE 80 Excellence Awards announced!

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000154.000013057.html
- anchor: #n1883088
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人コンピュータエンターテインメント協会、任天堂、講談社、PLAYISM、iGi indie Game incubator、CLIP STUDIO PAINT、東映、ＣＲＩ・ミドルウェア、天草市、スクウェア・エニックス、アスク、アウリン、ウィットワン、ゾタック

Facts:
- The YouTube channel “Pocky” has more than 3.7 million subscribers
- Total video views surpass 4 billion
- 151 titles submitted
- 79 works selected from 1,513 submissions
- Expected attendance: 300,000

## Writer 中村昌弘 begins distributing a newsletter on the professional writing platform “theLetter”

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000154.000037666.html
- anchor: #n1883087
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社OutNow、theLetter、Webライターラボ、SmartNews+、ITmedia、株式会社なかむら編集室

Facts:
- Has operated the online community “Webライターラボ,” with around 1,000 members, for 5 years
- More than 1,000 writers are currently sharing information in fields such as business, interiors, economics, healthcare, finance, politics, sports and entertainment

## プラスと01Bank、「スマート介護」会員施設に向けて事業活動データを融資審査に活用する取り組みを開始

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000158.000065544.html
- anchor: #n1883086
- Companies mentioned: プラス株式会社、01Bank、ジョインテックスカンパニー、スマート介護

Facts:
- Launching on August 10, 2026

## Elith to exhibit as a Gold Sponsor at PyCon JP 2026

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000185.000121022.html
- anchor: #n1883085
- Companies mentioned: Elith、PyCon JP 2026

Facts:
- Event dates: August 21 (Fri.)–August 22 (Sat.), 2026

## Denso Kotsu sponsors Awa Odori 2026

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000187.000053640.html
- anchor: #n1883084
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社電脳交通、阿波銀キャピタル株式会社、株式会社阿波銀行、いよぎんキャピタル株式会社、Uber Technologies, Inc.、株式会社NTTドコモ・ベンチャーズ、ENEOSイノベーションパートナーズ合同会社、エムケイ株式会社、株式会社沖東交通、国際自動車株式会社、GO株式会社、三和交通株式会社、株式会社JR西日本イノベーションズ、JR東日本スタートアップ株式会社、四国旅客鉄道株式会社、第一交通産業株式会社、大和自動車交通株式会社、つばめ自動車株式会社、株式会社徳島大正銀行、株式会社ブロードバンドタワー、三菱商事株式会社、ゆうちょアセットマネジメント株式会社

Facts:
- Employees: 220 (as of January 2026)
- Capital: 100 million yen

## Shine Muscat, the “green jewel,” takes center stage. Green-themed sweets and savory items, including panna cotta and spinach bread sandwiches, adorn a 3-tier stand in the autumn-only “Shine Muscat Afternoon Tea”

- Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000214.000042655.html
- anchor: #n1883083
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ホテル小田急サザンタワー、小田急ホテルセンチュリーサザンタワー、ラウンジ サウスコート

Facts:
- Available for a limited time from Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026, through Monday, Nov. 30
- ￥4,959 (6,000) per person
- ￥1,240 (1,500) each
- [Guest rooms: 375; restaurants and lounges: 3; banquet and meeting rooms: 2]