# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-12 15:00–18:00 JST｜Page 18 of 22

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 1865 items from 7 sources; Japan, 249 items from 2 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Special program “TV Anime ‘Hell Mode’ Deep-Dive Strategy Meeting” to air exclusively for free on ABEMA from 8:30 p.m. on August 14 (Friday)! Main cast members including Mutsumi Tamura, Ayaka Senbongi, Reiji Kawashima, and Kiyono Yasuno to appear

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003773.000064643.html
- anchor: #n1922572
- Companies mentioned: ABEMA、アース・スター エンターテイメント、ヘルモード製作委員会、横浜アニメーションラボ

Facts:
- From 8:30 p.m. on August 14, 2026 (Friday)
- Until 11:59 p.m. on September 30, 2026 (Wednesday)
- From 25:30 on July 3, 2026 (Friday) (and every Friday thereafter at 25:30)

## UEFA Super Cup 2026, featuring パリ・サンジェルマン, winners of the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League, against アストン・ヴィラ, winners of the UEFA Europa League, to be broadcast live on WOWOW!

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008888.000001355.html
- anchor: #n1922571
- Companies mentioned: WOWOW、パリ・サンジェルマン、アストン・ヴィラ、バイエルン、アーセナル、レアル・マドリード、フライブルク

Facts:
- パリ・サンジェルマン won the 1st leg 3-1
- アストン・ヴィラ, playing at home, won the 2nd leg 3-2
- パリ・サンジェルマン advanced with an aggregate score of 5-4 across the 2 matches

## [Okayama University] The Staff Human Resources Strategy Unit launches within the Okayama University Office of Value Creation and Knowledge Management

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:27:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004172.000072793.html
- anchor: #n1922495
- Companies mentioned: 国立大学法人岡山大学、文部科学省

Facts:
- August 12, 2026 (Reiwa 8)
- Effective April 1, 2026
- Held on April 24, 2026
- Held on May 29
- Held on June 25

## 【札幌】高齢者の孤立・孤独死を防ぐ「定期見守りサービス」を開始。月1回〜毎日まで選べる安否確認で、制度の隙間を解消

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:25:50+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000180027.html
- anchor: #n1922496
- Companies mentioned: NPO法人トラブル相談センター、北海道警察

Facts:
- 料金1回あたり3,300円から

## A total of 277 participants! “Job-Hunting Poker,” featured in the media, returns with a mind-sports-meets-job-hunting event on 8/18 (Tuesday) and 9/4 (Friday)!

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:25:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000043.000062523.html
- anchor: #n1922497
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カケハシスカイ、フジテレビ、FNNプライムオンライン、産経新聞

Facts:
- The 179 students who participated last year
- 74% of participating students
- 62%
- 32 students per session
- Limited to 4 companies
- More than 1 million players in Japan

## A children’s play at a Noh theater?! “Noh Theater Musical: Bekanko the Oni” to be staged, starring a kyogen performer. Elementary school students attend free with an accompanying adult‼︎

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:24:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000118.000016503.html
- anchor: #n1922498
- Companies mentioned: 善竹狂言会、Event Banking、イトーノリヒサOFFICE、J-Stage Navi、ローソンチケット、チケットぴあ

Facts:
- More than 4,000 performances
- Total attendance: more than 2 million
- GB seats: 6,000 yen
- PS (Premium S) seats: 12,000 yen
- Limited to 100 seats per day

## A new official character for the hotel industry, “ポコすけ係長,” is born! LINE stickers launch as the first step in its activities

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:22:24+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000048610.html
- anchor: #n1922499
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ホテル求人ドットコムエージェント、HOTEJIN

Facts:
- A set of 24 LINE stickers
- LINE STORE price: 190 yen
- Established: Feb. 24, 1997
- Capital: 10 million yen

## 株式会社リモア enters into business partnership with 株式会社S'UIMIN, a company specializing in sleep-related business

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:21:28+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000179521.html
- anchor: #n1922500
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社リモア、株式会社S'UIMIN、筑波大学

Facts:
- Capital: 59,995,000 yen
- Established: July 11, 2024

## French Swiss-made watch brand レゼルボワール, featuring a retrograde mechanism, unveils a new design signature, “MARK Ⅱ”

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:20:22+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000035.000045100.html
- anchor: #n1922501
- Companies mentioned: レゼルボワール、一新時計株式会社、Paul Picot、ANTOINE PREZIUSO GENEVE

Facts:
- ¥1,408,000 (tax included)
- Power reserve: approximately 56 hours maximum
- 28,800 vibrations per hour

## MMBH留学, which offers TOEFL and IELTS preparation and overseas study support, surpasses 1,000 cumulative applicants

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:19:49+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000188923.html
- anchor: #n1922502
- Companies mentioned: MMBH株式会社、MMBH留学、MockBank

## [Fujinomiya, Shizuoka] CANDY SPIN, a cotton candy vending machine that has sold up to 176 units in 1 day and draws queues, to be installed at イオンモール富士宮 in Fujinomiya, Shizuoka Prefecture, on Aug. 12 (Wed.).

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:17:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000042.000151263.html
- anchor: #n1922503
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ナカザワ、イオンモール富士宮、イオンモール新潟亀田インター、イオンモール札幌発寒、イオンモール盛岡南、ファッションクルーズ ニューポートひたちなか、モラージュ菖蒲、イオンモール浦和美園、イオンモール千葉ニュータウン店、イオンモール木更津、イオンモール新潟亀田インター店、イオンモール白山、イオンモール甲府昭和、新静岡セノバ、イオンモール浜松市野、イオンモール長久手、イオンモール各務原インター、イオンモール津南、イオンモール草津、イオンタウン湖南、ビバシティ彦根、イオンモール京都桂川、イオンモールりんくう泉南、イオンモール茨木、イオンモール伊丹昆陽、イオンモール姫路大津、イオンモール神戸北、イオンモール和歌山店、イオンモール綾川、イオンモール高松、イオンモール福津、イオンモール八幡東、サンエー那覇メインプレイス、イオンモール沖縄ライカム

Facts:
- 1日最大176個を販売
- Queues of 30 people or more at peak
- Operating more than 70 stores in Japan and overseas
- Number of locations nationwide: 33
- Time required: approximately 2 minutes
- 価格：1回500円
- Designs: 24 types

## A prayer for victory for the 2026–2027 season will be held at Nikko Toshogu Shrine on Aug. 12 (Wed.).

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:17:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000318.000038561.html
- anchor: #n1922504
- Companies mentioned: H.C.栃木日光アイスバックス、株式会社栃木日光アイスバックス、HLアニャン

Facts:
- 23 players
- The season opens on Sept. 12 (Sat.).
- At the local Nikko Kirifuri Ice Arena on Sept. 18 (Fri.)

## [Amanushi Project] Dialogue among businesses in the city about Amagasaki's future has begun

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:17:10+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000174976.html
- anchor: #n1922505
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人尼崎地域産業活性化機構、オープンイノベーションコア尼崎、尼崎市、尼崎信用金庫、尼崎商工会議所、一財近畿高エネルギー加工技術研究所、株式会社アリガトサン、株式会社巴製作所、大洋紙業株式会社、株式会社プラスイノベーション、日亜鋼業株式会社、ヒロセエンジニアリング株式会社、セイコウ経営、スターコミュニティ合同会社、WBPグループ株式会社、社会福祉法人あかね、ヘルスプロダクト株式会社、株式会社尼漁開発、有限会社中野製作所、株式会社ナカムラ、睦ホームサービス、有限会社柏木鉄工、株式会社goomee、株式会社若本製作所、株式会社みつば電気、株式会社中井總組

Facts:
- The Amanushi Project launched in June 2026
- 3rd session: Aug. 20, 2026 (Thu.), 14:00–17:00 [Next session]
- 4th session: Sept. 28, 2026 (Mon.), 14:00–17:00
- 5th session: Oct. 19, 2026 (Mon.), 14:00–17:00

## The special hometown tax donation website for 南あわじ市, “Minachoku,” has been redesigned!

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:13:21+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000050.000131305.html
- anchor: #n1922404
- Companies mentioned: 南あわじ市、中山農園、四国レジャー企画

Facts:
- Donation amount: ¥8,000
- 5,000 yen
- ¥100 million or more
- Donation amount: ¥13,000
- 10,000 yen
- Hamburg steak, 3 kg
- 20 pieces, 150 g each
- Waiting time of up to 7 months
- Within 1 month at most

## Project launched to create a website introducing free schools in Miyagi Prefecture! University student interns wanted to work with professionals on the website!

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:11:15+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000166782.html
- anchor: #n1922405
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人manaco、株式会社インテグ、仙台市

Facts:
- Capacity: 3 people
- Total: ¥100,000

## Explore a stunning rocky shore normally off-limits! A 2-day special experience full of wildlife at Shirahama, Shimoda

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000146006.html
- anchor: #n1922406
- Companies mentioned: 伊豆漁業協同組合、株式会社ウミゴー、白浜漁業管理運営委員会

Facts:
- The event will be held on 2 days: Aug. 29 and Sept. 12
- 20 people each in the morning and afternoon
- Adults: ¥3,000 (tax included)
- Children (elementary school age and younger): ¥1,500 (tax included)
- 駐車１台：2,000円（税込）

## Winner of the “Regional Financial Institutions Sustainable Finance Award” at the JCR Awards 2026

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:09:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000421.000029076.html
- anchor: #n1922407
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ふくおかフィナンシャルグループ、株式会社日本格付研究所、福岡銀行、熊本銀行、十八親和銀行、みんなの銀行

## 『不破湊』『イブラヒム』『ローレン・イロアス』、にじさんじ所属VTuber3名と『PUBG MOBILE』がコラボレーション！

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:08:42+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000414.000082433.html
- anchor: #n1922408
- Companies mentioned: KRAFTON JAPAN株式会社、にじさんじ、PUBG MOBILE

Facts:
- 2026年8月12日(水) ~ 9月11日(金) 08:59まで
- The game has surpassed 1 billion downloads worldwide.
- The service launched in Japan on May 16, 2018

## [Okayama University] Vice President Yokoi invited to attend the 2nd International Higher Education Symposium at the UN High-Level Political Forum and pays a courtesy visit to 国際連合日本政府代表部

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:08:19+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004171.000072793.html
- anchor: #n1922409
- Companies mentioned: 国立大学法人岡山大学、国連アカデミックインパクト（UNAI）、国連持続可能な開発ソリューション・ネットワーク(SDSN)、国際学術会議(ISC)、国際大学協会（IAU）、国連高等教育サステナビリティ・イニシアティブ（HESI）、ユネスコ（UNESCO）、国連訓練調査研究所（UNITAR）、国際連合日本政府代表部

Facts:
- About 70 leaders from higher education institutions, UN member states, international organizations, UN agencies, youth networks and the private sector took part.
- Developed based on discussions at the 1st symposium (GHES I), held in 2025

## [Event Report] TKP SHONIN PARK holds a thanksgiving festival to mark its 1st anniversary—2 inaugural tourism ambassadors selected, with 20,000 visitors during the event

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:06:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000554.000024137.html
- anchor: #n1922410
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TKP、大分トリニータ、あるあるCityおおいた分校

Facts:
- Visitor numbers
- Total visitors in its first year of operation are estimated to have reached 250,000
- Cumulative users: 42,000
- Cumulative users: 10,000
- Cumulative users: 35,000
- Capital: ¥16.4 billion (as of the end of February 2026)
- Consolidated net sales: ¥114.3 billion (fiscal year ended February 2026)

## 「支援をやめないために、続く形をつくる。」一般社団法人miraiiの失敗から学ぶ、助成金勉強会 8月9日に開催

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:04:40+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000036.000124224.html
- anchor: #n1922411
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人miraii、日本アラジール症候群の会、発達が気になる子の親の会Pono

Facts:
- WAM grant for fiscal 2023: ¥15.6 million
- 一般財団法人 愛知難病救済アマチン基金50万円
- 一般財団法人BNI財団ジャパン約35万円
- 公益財団法人小林製薬青い鳥財団50万円
- Total: ¥2.5 million
- 公益財団法人住友生命健康財団150万円
- Total: ¥3 million

## “PIST6 Midsummer Cycle Fest 2026” to be held on Aug. 16 (Sun.)!

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:00:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000064.000166147.html
- anchor: #n1922412
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社JPF、PIST6、BMXレーシング日本代表

Facts:
- Aug. 16, 2026 (Sun.), 10:00–16:00
- Chiba JPF Dome

## High school students gather in Yokosuka from across Japan! Offline finals of the “7th YOKOSUKA e-Sports CUP” to be held on Aug. 18

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:00:16+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000104.000050085.html
- anchor: #n1922413
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社JCG、横須賀集客促進・魅力発信実行委員会、株式会社テレビ神奈川、株式会社 tvk コミュニケーションズ、AWC

Facts:
- 7th YOKOSUKA e-Sports CUP
- 2026/8/18 (Tue.) (ELITE division finals)
- Plans and runs more than 1,000 online and offline tournaments annually
- Esports events with a total annual participation of 292,000
- May 2017

## ALLYNAV AG begins full-scale sales of “飛助,” a domestically produced agricultural drone, and plans nationwide expansion in partnership with マゼックス

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:00:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000027.000168106.html
- anchor: #n1922414
- Companies mentioned: ALLYNAV AG、マゼックス

Facts:
- 「飛助10」
- 「飛助15」

## Every time you kick, you help someone take on a challenge. EL CLUB (エル・クラブ), a fundraising futsal and soccer seven-a-side event, launches. The 1st event will be held on Aug. 16 (Sun.)!

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000164318.html
- anchor: #n1922435
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Beist、CF VILANOVA TOKYO、フクシ・エンタープライズ

Facts:
- 30% of the participation fee
- Participation fee: ¥1,500 (tax included)

## “Nogizaka Fractal” celebrates its 5th anniversary! “5th Anniversary Campaign” launches!

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000170187.html
- anchor: #n1922434
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アピリッツ・ファンカルチャーパートナー、乃木坂46LLC、Y&N Brothers Inc.、gumi

Facts:
- 5th anniversary
- Up to 46,000 Nogizaka stones
- 1レーンあたりの参加枠を通常の50名から70名に拡大

## [11-minute walk from Shirokanedai Station] COCOLANCE's women-only personal Pilates Shirokanedai studio to open on Sept. 15, 2026

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000062.000127687.html
- anchor: #n1922433
- Companies mentioned: COCOLANCE、株式会社EMILUS

Facts:
- Free trial lessons currently available for the first 20 people
- 4-session plan per month ¥32,000 (¥35,200 including tax)
- 8-session plan per month ¥62,400 (¥68,640 including tax)
- 12-session plan per month ¥91,200 (¥100,320 including tax)
- 4-session pair plan per month ¥48,000 (¥52,800 including tax)
- 8-session pair plan per month ¥93,600 (¥102,960 including tax)
- 12-session pair plan per month ¥136,800 (¥150,480 including tax)
- Membership fee ¥30,000 (¥33,000 including tax) → ¥0
- Trial lesson ¥7,000 (¥7,700 including tax) → ¥0
- Capital: ¥8 million

## シンク・ネイチャー、英国・オックスフォード大学植物園・樹木園と植物保全科学における連携に向けた覚書（MOU）を締結

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000066.000100724.html
- anchor: #n1922432
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社シンク・ネイチャー、オックスフォード大学植物園・樹木園、University of Oxford Botanic Garden & Arboretum

## A breezy escape in the sky, inspired by the autumn wind.

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000102.000180015.html
- anchor: #n1922431
- Companies mentioned: 日本空輸株式会社、グッドトリップエクスプレス、FDA

Facts:
- 【2 nights, 3 days】From ¥25,200
- 【3 nights, 4 days】From ¥28,900
- 【4 nights, 5 days】From ¥34,100

## New pieces from the “Re-Play” collection have arrived, transforming leftover materials that had been lying dormant in ロンシャン’s atelier into mix-and-match bags.

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000138.000017782.html
- anchor: #n1922430
- Companies mentioned: ロンシャン、ロンシャン・ジャパン株式会社、ロンシャン ラ メゾン表参道、ロンシャン ラ メゾン銀座

Facts:
- H13 × W32 x D10 cm (Shoulder Bag S) ¥81,400
- H14 × W22 x D14 cm (Bucket Bag XS) ¥184,800
- The company has 36 stores nationwide (as of July 2026).

## AI assistant features, including a function that lets users operate models using voice input alone, and more／The official Live2D VTuber app “nizima LIVE” has been updated!

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000159.000024818.html
- anchor: #n1922429
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Live2D、Live2D、nizima、nizima LIVE、VOICEVOX、ChatGPT、Gemini、ローカルLLM、OBS、Live2D Cubism、Live2D Creative Studio、nizima ACTION!!、Live2D JUKU

Facts:
- 31 characters in the VOICEVOX series
- 82 types in total

## 【Held in Tokyo】Networking event: The future of work in Sapporo. A candid discussion between private companies and 札幌市 on the realities of mid-career hiring

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000272.000130084.html
- anchor: #n1922428
- Companies mentioned: 札幌市、株式会社北海道共創パートナーズ、北洋銀行グループ、道内大手製造・小売企業

Facts:
- ■Date and time: Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 18:45–20:15
- ■Admission: Free (advance registration required)

## ビー・アンド・プラス selected for the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry’s “Go-Tech Project,” aiming to develop industrial vehicles that never have to stop to recharge

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000290.000009609.html
- anchor: #n1922427
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ビー・アンド・プラス、国立大学法人長岡技術科学大学

Facts:
- High-output wireless power transfer in the 10–20 kW class
- High current of 150A or more

## “こぎみゅん POP-UP STORE × むにゅぐるみパティオ” will open at Tokyo Station First Avenue from Friday, August 14, with online sales also confirmed

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000305.000092073.html
- anchor: #n1922426
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KThingS、むにゅぐるみパティオ、こぎみゅん

Facts:
- Munyugurumi mascot Price: ¥2,310 (tax included)
- Acrylic keychain Price: ¥880 (tax included)
- Acrylic stand Price: ¥880 (tax included)
- Postcard set Price: ¥385 (tax included)
- Hand towel Price: ¥770 (tax included)
- Hologram can badge (2 types in total) Price: ¥550 each (tax included)
- Hologram sticker (2 types in total) Price: ¥330 each (tax included)
- A free gift will be given for every ¥3,300 spent (tax included).

## 8/21(金)公開になるナショナル・シアター・ライブ『西の国のプレイボーイ』の本編から、特別に２つのシーンを公開いたします。

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000349.000101737.html
- anchor: #n1922425
- Companies mentioned: ナショナル・シアター・ライブ、TOHOシネマズ、アイルランド国立劇場アベイ座、スクリーン・インターナショナル、全米映画俳優組合賞、ブリジャートン家、The Sixth Commandment、デリー・ガールズ〜アイルランド青春物語〜

Facts:
- Running time: 2 hours 31 minutes (with intermission)

## 虹のコンキスタドール・栗原舞優が最新デジタル写真集を本日8月12日にリリース！

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000425.000129409.html
- anchor: #n1922424
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ワニブックス、虹のコンキスタドール、Amazon、楽天kobo、DMMブックス

Facts:
- Price: 2,200 yen (tax included)

## The “JURASSIC WORLD THE VILLAINS POP UP SHOP” is now open, with a special event for the film screening also taking place!

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000446.000030501.html
- anchor: #n1922423
- Companies mentioned: LED TOKYO株式会社、Universal Studios Licensing LLC、株式会社GRANUP

Facts:
- Event period: Saturday, August 1–Sunday, August 30, 2026
- Capacity: 30 seats

## 【横須賀市 hometown tax donations】Donation receipts reach a record high for the 3rd consecutive year; the actual balance is projected to be in the black for the 2nd consecutive year

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000622.000128894.html
- anchor: #n1922422
- Companies mentioned: 横須賀市、株式会社マムズ、有限会社マーロウ、株式会社オカムラ、葉山ホテル音羽ノ森、本マグロ直売所 横須賀本店、株式会社ユニマットプレシャス、丸良水産、三富屋商事株式会社、石川水産株式会社、ファミール製菓株式会社、鈴也ファーム、株式会社ディアラ、有限会社安田養鶏場、株式会社羽根、横須賀マルシェ・Koshikiya株式会社、有限会社横須賀松坂屋、株式会社日比谷花壇、有限会社さかくら総本家

Facts:
- Donation receipts: ¥790,754 thousand
- Previous fiscal year’s donation receipts (¥723,653 thousand)
- Donation outflow: ¥1,207,057 thousand
- Actual balance: approximately ¥93,613 thousand
- 返礼品提供事業者様及び返礼品数は、令和７年度末時点で174社
- 144 businesses as of the end of FY Reiwa 6

## 【Summer vacation plans】しまなみ海道 cycling challenge, departing September 19

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000840.000077507.html
- anchor: #n1922421
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社リソー教育グループ、株式会社プラスワン教育

Facts:
- 【Elementary school students】¥115,500
- 【Junior high school students】¥137,500
- Capacity: 20 people
- Minimum number of participants: 8
- Take on the challenge of completing 70km!

## A “うみねこのなく頃に” POP UP STORE is coming! New merchandise features newly illustrated art themed around school uniforms and Pote Nui artwork, with plush toys also in the lineup!

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001204.000012048.html
- anchor: #n1922420
- Companies mentioned: 07th Expansion、eeo、eeo Store online、eeo POP-UP STORE、竜騎士07、株式会社A3

Facts:
- Opening at eeo POP-UP STORE from Friday, September 18, 2026
- Sales began on the “eeo Store online” e-commerce site on Friday, August 7.
- ■Sales period: Friday, September 18–Wednesday, September 30, 2026
- ■Order period: Friday, August 7–Thursday, August 13, 2026
- ■Price: [Single item] ¥550 (tax included)
- ■Price: [Single item] ¥690 (tax included)
- ■Price: ¥1,980 each (tax included)
- Approximately 5.7 cm in size
- The acrylic card is approximately

## Win a long poster featuring a handwritten signature and your name! Campaign marks the release of both volumes of 天月テノ’s “キスはゆきどけのあとにして”【ホーリンラブブックス】

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001236.000005279.html
- anchor: #n1922419
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TORICO、ホーリンラブブックス、ジーオーティー、天月テノ

Facts:
- On sale September 1, 2026
- Orders to be shipped by Friday, October 2, 2026

## The “Good Girl’s Heart-Pounding Magic” outfit for “Jervis” from “Azur Lane” is now a figure, available for pre-order at あみあみ.

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003728.000025615.html
- anchor: #n1922418
- Companies mentioned: あみあみ、大網株式会社、ユニオンクリエイティブ、Manjuu Co.,Ltd.、YongShi Co.,Ltd.、Yostar, Inc.

Facts:
- Suggested retail price: ¥32,450 (tax included)
- Release date: July 2027
- Approximately 255 mm tall (including base)

## “Mea Kurosaki” from “To Love-Ru Darkness” is now available as a figure in a cute school uniform. Pre-orders are open at あみあみ.

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003729.000025615.html
- anchor: #n1922417
- Companies mentioned: あみあみ、大網株式会社、ユニオンクリエイティブ

Facts:
- Suggested retail price: 19,800 yen (tax included)
- Release date: Scheduled for April 2027

## Uru to be featured for 3 consecutive months on WOWOW starting in November to mark 10 years since her debut! 3 performances, including her current tour, will be broadcast and streamed!

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004961.000013546.html
- anchor: #n1922416
- Companies mentioned: Uru、WOWOW、株式会社ソニー・ミュージックレーベルズ

Facts:
- 10th anniversary of their debut
- Nov. 2026
- At Tokyo International Forum Hall A in 2021
- A national tour held in 2023

## メジャーデビュー10周年を迎えたUru。3年ぶりの全国ツアーより、7月の大宮ソニックシティ公演をWOWOWで11月に独占放送・配信決定！さらに歴代ライブもお届けする3カ月連続特集！

- Published: 2026-08-12T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008884.000001355.html
- anchor: #n1922415
- Companies mentioned: Uru、WOWOW、大宮ソニックシティ、東京国際フォーラム、LINE CUBE SHIBUYA

Facts:
- 10th anniversary of major-label debut
- 4 albums
- 13 performances in 12 cities

## 【Okayama University】Opinion exchange held with 千葉大学 to match trainees with the development and implementation of research and development management personnel training

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:58:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004170.000072793.html
- anchor: #n1922311
- Companies mentioned: 国立大学法人岡山大学、千葉大学、文部科学省、PMIアジアパシフィック、東京農工大学、弘前大学、岩手大学、横浜市立大学、愛媛大学、東京理科大学、熊本大学、島根大学、PMI日本支部

Facts:
- 2026 (Reiwa 8)
- August 12, 2026 (Reiwa 8)
- The first trainees will be accepted for this program starting in October this year.
- Announced by Okayama University on July 15, 2026

## 神戸・垂水の子どもたちが「昼セリ」の現場へ！神戸市漁業協同組合協力、夏休み特別企画「うちらんち垂水 in 垂水漁港」を8月24日開催

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:57:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000181668.html
- anchor: #n1922312
- Companies mentioned: 特定非営利活動法人ひと・コネクト兵庫、神戸市漁業協同組合

Facts:
- Capacity: 15
- Participation fee: ¥100 per child

## 【Annual income: ¥9.51 million】Latest Python engineer jobs for August 2026｜Freelance survey【According to フリーランスボード】

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:52:13+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000143.000116595.html
- anchor: #n1922313
- Companies mentioned: INSTANTROOM株式会社、フリーランスボード

Facts:
- Average annual income for Python jobs: ¥9.51 million
- Remote jobs account for 81.8%
- Python jobs account for 9.61% of the total
- The average monthly rate for Python jobs is 792,000 yen
- Actual freelance jobs listed on フリーランスボード: 57,423 listings

## New products and demo units added to the head office showroom, where visitors can explore a wide range of wireless power transfer technology

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000287.000009609.html
- anchor: #n1922315
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ビー・アンド・プラス

Facts:
- 3 kW model
- 6 kW model

## Anchorage appears as a figure from Azur Lane, playing with “sensei” at the communal dormitory. Now available for preorder at あみあみ.

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003730.000025615.html
- anchor: #n1922314
- Companies mentioned: あみあみ、大網株式会社、ウイング、Manjuu Co.,Ltd.、YongShi Co.,Ltd.、Yostar, Inc.

Facts:
- Reference price: 29,300 yen (tax included)
- Release date: March 2027
- 1/7 scale
- Approx. 215 mm tall

## Official T-shirts and caps from New York rock band The Strokes and Saturdays NYC to go on sale Friday, Aug. 14

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:49:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001453.000006099.html
- anchor: #n1922316
- Companies mentioned: The Strokes、Saturdays NYC、株式会社ジュン

Facts:
- ¥7,700 (tax included)
- ¥9,900 (tax included)
- The 7th album, “Reality Awaits,” will be released in June 2026

## 自由が丘の女性専用パーソナルジム「VLOOM GYM」。“1回30分×プライベート空間”で、忙しい女性の運動習慣をサポート

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:49:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000186465.html
- anchor: #n1922317
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社VLOOM、VLOOM GYM

Facts:
- 1回30分
- A 4-minute walk from Jiyugaoka Station

## 株式会社TearExo、「堺市スタートアップ実証推進事業」に採択

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:45:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000126583.html
- anchor: #n1922318
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TearExo、堺市

Facts:
- Expense support (up to 1 million yen, with a subsidy rate of up to 1/2)
- Sensitivity is 100 to 1000 times higher than conventional immunoassay methods

## “Everyone’s Esports Fest 2026,” an event for all generations, to be held for the first time! The inaugural champion of the concurrently held “SUSIE CUP 1st Esports Tournament” has been decided

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:45:13+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000131.000106308.html
- anchor: #n1922319
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人 東京都スポーツ文化事業団、SEGA、東京ヴェルディeスポーツ、esports Style UENO

Facts:
- A total of 683 visitors attended
- A total of 46 elementary and junior high school students took part
- Capacity: 48 people

## 3 stores opening simultaneously! Kanzashiya wargo and 北斎グラフィック debut at Shinjuku Marui Annex, alongside the reopening of 箸や万作 (scheduled to open Sept. 18, 2026)

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:41:47+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000228.000010740.html
- anchor: #n1918261
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社和心、かんざし屋wargo、北斎グラフィック、箸や万作、マイグレ株式会社、エス・ティー・エヌ伊豆株式会社

Facts:
- Opening date: Friday, Sept. 18, 2026
- Weekdays: 11:00–20:00
- Weekends and holidays: 10:30–20:00
- Number of employees: 203 (including non-regular employees)
- Capital: 905,368,732 yen (including capital reserves)

## The ＳＥｔＴＯＵＣＨ Theater will hold the special concert “The first setouchi”! [Setouchi City, Okayama Prefecture]

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:40:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000083.000184040.html
- anchor: #n1918262
- Companies mentioned: 瀬戸内市役所、瀬戸内アーツカウンシル、さとうもか

Facts:
- Advance general admission: 1,000 yen
- High school students and younger: 500 yen
- Same-day general admission: 1,500 yen
- The P-code is “329194”

## 40 VTubers assemble! ぶいきゃす campaign “Obakeidoro 2 × ぶいきゃす! Midsummer Cops and Robbers Battle” kicks off!

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:40:10+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000204.000033025.html
- anchor: #n1918263
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ミラティブ、株式会社アイブレイド、ぶいきゃす、FREE STYLE, Inc.、任天堂

Facts:
- A total of 40 VTubers
- Starts Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2026
- One week, from Wednesday, Aug. 12, to Tuesday, Aug. 18
- 1試合3分の簡単操作

## AGBIOTECH、農林水産省主催の「こども霞が関見学デー2026」に出展しました！

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000041.000106855.html
- anchor: #n1918265
- Companies mentioned: AGBIOTECH、農林水産省、文部科学省、未来食研究開発センター

Facts:
- 2026年7月29日（水）・30日（木）
- Rice plants about 20 cm tall

## [Weekdays in September only] Lodging is free for children ages 3 through preschool age. Farm resort THE FARM launches “Summer Vacation Encore!” | Katori, Chiba

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000264.000020935.html
- anchor: #n1918264
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ザファーム、THE FARM

Facts:
- Children ages 3 through preschool age
- About 60 varieties of vegetables per year
- September 2026

## 【期間限定！】瀬戸内市営バス1ヶ月定期券が980円で購入できるキャンペーンを実施中です！[岡山県瀬戸内市]

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:39:21+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000084.000184040.html
- anchor: #n1918266
- Companies mentioned: 瀬戸内市役所、瀬戸内市営バス

Facts:
- 980 yen
- 2,000 yen
- A population of about 3万5千 people
- As little as 21 minutes

## UNIS to hold a special showcase at CLUB CITTA’ in Kawasaki to celebrate the release of Japan 1st Mini Album “UNI☆Sparkle!”; perform all 5 tracks, including their first summer song “ギミサマ☆”

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:35:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003772.000064643.html
- anchor: #n1918267
- Companies mentioned: UNIS、ABEMA、SBS、NICE73、HoneyWorks、コレサワ、槙田紗子、ポーたま、さんぴん茶、ガチャガチャ、一期一会

Facts:
- Friday, Aug. 7, 2026
- 16 music and entertainment awards
- Officially debuted in March 2024
- Friday, July 31, 2026
- Price: 2,200 yen (tax included)
- Price: 3,300 yen (tax included)
- Release date: Friday, July 17

## 日本ケロッグ, 認定NPO法人キープ・スマイリング and NPO法人しぶたね hold an event to bring smiles to siblings

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:32:18+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000037.000067289.html
- anchor: #n1918268
- Companies mentioned: 日本ケロッグ、認定NPO法人キープ・スマイリング、NPO法人しぶたね、認定NPO法人日本クリニクラウン協会、名古屋大学、東京都立小児総合医療センター

Facts:
- About 274 family members took part
- On Monday, Aug. 10, 2026
- 137 of the 242 facilities nationwide
- Of Japan’s 207 pediatric medical facilities
- It was limited to 25.1%

## [Okayama University] Toward university reform through the Regional Core and Distinctive Research University Strengthening Promotion Program (J-PEAKS) — workshops begin for President 那須保友 and faculty and staff

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:30:19+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004169.000072793.html
- anchor: #n1918269
- Companies mentioned: 国立大学法人岡山大学、日本学術振興会、文部科学省

Facts:
- 2026 (Reiwa 8)
- August 12, 2026 (Reiwa 8)

## [A new idea for crane games: an “eco bag”] OTAICHI!! POP!! WORLD!! to offer the “Prize Cart Bag” as a prize starting Thursday, Aug. 13!

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:30:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000168870.html
- anchor: #n1918270
- Companies mentioned: おたいちアミューズ株式会社、OTAICHI!! POP!! WORLD!!

Facts:
- 200 winners to be selected by lottery
- August 13, 2026 (Thu)

## Publishes a practical guide to information design and LLMO for BtoB companies seeking to be selected in AI searches

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000186443.html
- anchor: #n1918278
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社くるみバディ、株式会社くるみ

Facts:
- Capital: 5,000,000 yen
- Publication date: Aug. 11, 2026

## Notice of donations for the “Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake”

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000173576.html
- anchor: #n1918277
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KUBARU JAPAN、mikke LIVE、日本赤十字社

Facts:
- Donation amount: 1,000,000 yen
- The bank transfer to the designated account was completed on Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2026.

## パンドラ、ルミネエスト新宿に期間限定ポップアップストアをオープン 8月19日（水) ～ 30日（日）の12日間限定で開催

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000086.000066920.html
- anchor: #n1918276
- Companies mentioned: PANDORA、PANDORA Jewelry Japan株式会社、ルミネエスト新宿

Facts:
- The first 200 customers who spend 22,000 yen (tax included) or more will receive an original tote bag
- Engraving fee: Use of the engraving machine incurs a flat engraving fee of 2,200 yen (tax included), separate from the price of the product purchased, regardless of the design

## [FPV drone racing] High school racer Yuki Yamamoto wins team title at an international competition in the U.S. and takes an outright victory at the domestic JDL, one of Japan’s largest competitions — renews sponsorship agreement with Drone Show Japan

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000174.000080729.html
- anchor: #n1918275
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ドローンショー・ジャパン、MultiGP、ジャパンドローンリーグ、FAI World Drone Racing Championship、Racing Team BRIDE

Facts:
- High school FPV drone racer Yuki Yamamoto (16
- Sponsorship agreement renewed in August 2026
- 5th in the individual overall standings
- Held in Indiana, U.S., from June 10 to 14, 2026
- According to the official announcement, about 200 pilots from 13 countries competed
- Held in Higashine, Yamagata Prefecture, on July 11 and 12, 2026
- An outright victory: 1st in qualifying, 1st in attack points and 1st overall
- Date of birth: March 23, 2010
- Ultra-high-speed flight at a top speed of 150 km/h
- More than 100 top pilots from over 30 countries worldwide take part
- More than 500 events held to date
- Established April 1, 2020

## [Survey on “Protecting Pets from the Heat”] Air conditioning runs 24 hours a day in pet rooms 2.5 times as often as in rooms for people. “Air conditioning disparity within the home” revealed!

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000194.000058095.html
- anchor: #n1918274
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Looop

Facts:
- The share of households running air conditioning “at full capacity 24 hours a day” in rooms for pets reached 43.3%
- The findings revealed an “air conditioning disparity within the home,” with the figure reaching about 2.5 times the rate for rooms used only by people (17.6%).
- The share who “always leave the air conditioning on, even when away” reached 63.2%
- 58.6% said they put their pets first
- A total of 74.2% of pet owners were found to feel burdened by rising electricity bills
- 「知らなかった」と回答した人は28.8%（約3割）に上りました

## Comparing and evaluating AGV and AMR charging methods: The potential for wireless charging to reduce labor in the charging process and enable extended operation

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000259.000009609.html
- anchor: #n1918273
- Companies mentioned: ビー・アンド・プラス、B&PLUS

Facts:
- Cumulative sales surpassed 10,000 units
- Contactless charging raised to a maximum of 6 kW
- 24 V, 22.2 Ah battery
- 6 A charger
- Takes about 3.7 hours
- Plugging in the power supply (20–30S)
- Average: 120–180S

## [JPI Seminar] “Latest Developments and Future Prospects for Kawasaki Heavy Industries’ Development of Large Hydrogen Gas Engines as Distributed Power Sources” to be held on August 28 (Friday)

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001916.000042328.html
- anchor: #n1918272
- Companies mentioned: 川崎重工業株式会社、株式会社日本計画研究所、本田技研

Facts:
- August 28, 2026 (Friday), 13:30–15:30
- Special rate: 18,500 yen (tax included)
- 1 person: 37,760 yen (tax included)
- 2 or more people: 32,760 yen (tax included; same company and simultaneous registration)
- Up to 2 people: 11,000 yen (tax included / venue and livestream only / same attendance format)

## [JAF Miyazaki] Making motorsports more accessible! Supporting the “Auto Test” event, where participants drive their own cars

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000007432.000010088.html
- anchor: #n1918271
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人 日本自動車連盟、JAF、JAF宮崎支部、アライズモータースポーツ宮崎、AMS宮崎

Facts:
- JAF members / license holders / event supporters*: Enjoy Class 2,000 yen
- General public: Enjoy Class 4,000 yen
- Those registering on the day: 500 yen added to the advance registration fee
- Around 40 cars across all classes
- Sunday, August 23, 2026
- Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026

## JASP begins rolling out wireless temperature sensor wafers for the plasma etching process in semiconductor manufacturing by South Korea’s MNTek in the Japanese market

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:27:40+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000027.000182734.html
- anchor: #n1918234
- Companies mentioned: JASP、MNTek

Facts:
- Same size and comparable shape as a 300 mm silicon wafer
- Thin design, no more than 1.4 mm thick
- The standard configuration places 65 temperature sensors inside the wafer
- High-output dual-source RF plasma environment of up to 7 kW

## 【大丸神戸店】世界を魅了したフィギュアスケーター・坂本花織さんが登場！坂本花織 衣装展～ART ON ICE～＆スペシャルトークショー 開催

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:27:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003880.000025003.html
- anchor: #n1918235
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 大丸松坂屋百貨店、大丸神戸店

Facts:
- Exhibition period: August 19 (Wednesday) → September 8 (Tuesday)
- Hours: 10:00–20:00
- Date and time: August 22 (Saturday), from 14:00
- 5 people will be selected by lottery from among customers who win front-row seats to the stage to receive a signed card from Kaori Sakamoto!
- Entry period: August 11 (Tuesday, public holiday), 10:00 → August 16 (Sunday), 23:59
- Winners announced: Around August 17 (Monday)

## APA Hotel Keisei Ueno Ekimae Minami, the 8th hotel in the Ueno area and 19th in Taito Ward, opens today

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:21:19+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000874.000018265.html
- anchor: #n1918236
- Companies mentioned: アパホテル株式会社、アパグループ、酒場ハコザキ上野広小路店、西川、パナソニック、BBC NEWS

Facts:
- 342 rooms in total
- 21,735 applications
- An extremely high competition rate of about 109 times
- 8 hotels and 2,055 rooms in the Ueno area
- 19 hotels and 4,402 rooms in Taito Ward
- Regular rates from 21,000 yen
- Regular rates from 32,000 yen
- Regular rates from 50,000 yen
- 2,400 yen
- Wash time reduced from about 31 minutes to about 16 minutes
- 565 types of pictograms in total
- 367 domestically operated hotels under the company’s own brand
- 367 domestically operated hotels and 86,308 rooms under the company’s own brand

## Grand prize winner selected from 237 entries nationwide: The 2nd U18 AI Championship national tournament to be held

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:19:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000056.000161501.html
- anchor: #n1918237
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人教育AI活用協会、佼成学園高等学校、済美平成中等教育学校、愛知工業大学名電高等学校、大分県立日田高等学校、青楓館高等学院、三田国際科学学園高等学校、一般社団法人超教育協会、一般社団法人探究推進機構、知窓学舎、教養の未来研究所、株式会社トリガー、株式会社MEME、一般社団法人日本教育DX推進協会、asterisk合同会社、株式会社ネイティブキャンプ

Facts:
- A total of 237 entries were submitted from across the country
- 6 teams advanced to the national tournament
- 30,000 yen worth of gift certificates
- Gift certificates worth 20,000 yen
- Gift certificates worth 10,000 yen

## AI cats in your everyday life | Meowster launches a special “Cat Day | More kitties around the world” campaign, with PayPay points awarded for submitted entries

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:15:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000173247.html
- anchor: #n1918238
- Companies mentioned: Meowster、PayPay

Facts:
- 100 yen worth of PayPay points
- 20 dried sardines
- 20 g of cat food

## TAC Judicial Scrivener Course’s “Switching from Another School Discount Campaign” is underway. Save up to 87,000 yen on eligible courses and find the right course with the diagnostic tool!

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:15:04+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002772.000021078.html
- anchor: #n1918239
- Companies mentioned: TAC株式会社

Facts:
- Up to 87,000 yen off
- Up to 168,300 yen off
- Up to 77,000 yen off

## 司法書士試験、令和8年度基準点発表！TACでは19時から相談会も開催！

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:13:47+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002771.000021078.html
- anchor: #n1918185
- Companies mentioned: TAC株式会社、法務省

Facts:
- Morning session: 84 points (out of 105)
- Afternoon session: 75 points (out of 105)
- Up to 87,000 yen off
- Up to 168,300 yen off
- Up to 77,000 yen off

## Quantum Solutions decides on fundraising and review of capital policy for its AIDC business

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000059.000077168.html
- anchor: #n1918186
- Companies mentioned: クオンタムソリューションズ株式会社、Blackwell Cloud Co., Limited、CVI Investments, Inc.

Facts:
- Up to approximately 3.28 billion yen in total
- Up to approximately 1.48 billion yen
- About 1.80 billion yen
- 10,890,000 potential shares
- Potential shares: 6,000,000
- Potential shares decreased by 4,890,000
- Total issuance amount: about 2.07 billion yen
- About 11.84 billion yen
- About 6.10 billion yen

## Motorcycle information site Webike (ウェビック) renews its “Motorcycle Life Support Program” for new and upgrading riders!

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:06:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000050203.html
- anchor: #n1918187
- Companies mentioned: Webike、ウェビック、株式会社リバークレイン、Webike Global、Webikeガレージセール、Webike問屋、Webikeバイク選び、Webikeバイクショップナビ、JOBIKE、Webikeパートナーストアネットワーク、Webike＋

Facts:
- Moped license: 3,000 points
- Standard motorcycle license / large motorcycle license (first application): 5,000 points
- Upgrade (large motorcycle license): 3,000 points
- If you obtain and apply for all licenses in order—moped license (3,000 points) → standard motorcycle license (5,000 points) → upgrade to a large motorcycle license (3,000 points)—you can earn up to 11,000 points
- Application validity period: Moped license: 1 year from the date the license is obtained
- Points are valid for 90 days from the date of issue

## Development of compounds that improve drought tolerance in plants [東北大学, 九州大学, 岡山大学, 東京大学大学院新領域創成科学研究科, 自然科学研究機構アストロバイオロジーセンター, 理化学研究所, 静岡大学]

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:05:47+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004168.000072793.html
- anchor: #n1918188
- Companies mentioned: 東北大学、九州大学、岡山大学、東京大学大学院新領域創成科学研究科、自然科学研究機構アストロバイオロジーセンター、理化学研究所、静岡大学、ミラノ大学、新潟薬科大学、名古屋大学、熊本大学、CSIC、ミュンスター大学

Facts:
- August 12, 2026 (Reiwa 8)
- July 27, 2026 (British Standard Time)

## 【D4U】Bringing the power of design to every business. Official launch of a career platform OS connecting regional companies with creative talent｜Podcast launch announcement

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:03:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000069300.html
- anchor: #n1918189
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SHISEILABO、TARUKOTOdesign、D4U

Facts:
- Japan's total population
- Working-age population (15–64)
- Number of births
- Small and medium-sized enterprises in Japan
- Rate of businesses without a successor
- Number of bankruptcies due to difficulty finding successors
- Students in related fields, including art, design, architecture, film, and marketing

## First association-sponsored vending machine installed at a care facility in Saga

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:01:24+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000055.000024307.html
- anchor: #n1918190
- Companies mentioned: 認定NPO法人 日本セラピューティック・ケア協会、株式会社彈志

Facts:
- About 4 years ago

## Hong Kong 美心月餅: No. 1 in sales for 28 consecutive years!!!

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:01:04+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000186140.html
- anchor: #n1918191
- Companies mentioned: 美心月餅、林峯（レイモンド・ラム）、倪傳婧（Victo Ngai）

Facts:
- ￥8,800
- ￥8,250
- ￥8,030
- ￥6,050
- ￥6,820
- ￥5,280
- ￥5,060
- ￥2,970

## A temporary office for runners opens

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:00:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001474.000029460.html
- anchor: #n1918192
- Companies mentioned: ニューバランスジャパン、WeWork Japan、ソフトバンク株式会社、WWJ株式会社、ニューバランス

Facts:
- 5 days
- Number of valid responses: 243 people
- Employs 14,000 people worldwide
- Global sales of 9.2 billion dollars in 2025
- Domestic production accounts for 70% or more

## 株式会社PROF to stage an interactive special segment at “TGC teen 2026 Summer supported by PROF”

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000187787.html
- anchor: #n1918213
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社PROF、くれいじーまぐねっと

Facts:
- 9 performers
- July 29, 2026
- Doors open at 14:45
- Show starts at 16:00
- Show ends at 19:30

## Notice of exhibiting at the 5th Sales & Marketing DXPO Tokyo '26 [Summer]

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000151823.html
- anchor: #n1918212
- Companies mentioned: ホロン株式会社、ブティックス株式会社、SHOPREEL ( ショップリール )

Facts:
- Dates: August 20, 2026 (Thu), 9:30–17:30
- 当日登録は1名5,000円

## 鹿島アントラーズ観戦チケットが「あとふるⓇ」ふるさと納税の返礼品に

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000027.000041586.html
- anchor: #n1918211
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社電算、鹿島アントラーズ、dsnあとふる株式会社

Facts:
- Approximately 30% of the donation amount

## Promoting the AIDC business

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000060.000077168.html
- anchor: #n1918210
- Companies mentioned: クオンタムソリューションズ株式会社

Facts:
- Data center capacity of approximately 3 MW

## 【株式会社アセンド】Automated calling service “MEGA-CALL（メガコール）” renews its service website

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000064.000039866.html
- anchor: #n1918209
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アセンド、MEGA-CALL（メガコール）

Facts:
- 「1日10万件以上」という発信対応力

## Safety over spectacular views! The reality of hillside homes, where more than 75% fear unstable ground and disasters

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000163.000118875.html
- anchor: #n1918208
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ドリームプランニング、URUHOME（ウルホーム）

Facts:
- Valid responses: 500 people
- “Risk of landslides” 42.0%
- “Ground stability” 34.8%

## 【Wireless power transfer experience kit giveaway】Test AGV and AMR charging methods before implementation! Free “charging simulation” campaign

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000276.000009609.html
- anchor: #n1918207
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ビー・アンド・プラス、B&PLUS

Facts:
- Cumulative sales surpassed 10,000 units

## 《伊豆シャボテンリゾート株式会社 50th anniversary project》【First in Kansai】“アニタッチ” to open in Namba, Osaka, in December 2026! Indoor petting zoo “アニタッチ OSAKA なんば”

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000287.000038159.html
- anchor: #n1918206
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社伊豆シャボテン公園、伊豆シャボテンリゾート株式会社、アニタッチ

Facts:
- “アニタッチ OSAKA なんば” Floor area: approximately 454 m²
- December 2026

## 【Wireless power transfer provider ビー・アンド・プラス】Begins operating new AMRs at its own logistics warehouse

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000289.000009609.html
- anchor: #n1918205
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ビー・アンド・プラス、B&PLUS

Facts:
- 45% shorter charging time
- 1.5 times the operating time

## 受取者の9割超が地元への想いに変化。静岡市と地元企業による「ふるさと便」、若者と企業をつなぐ公民共創モデルの実施成果を発表【シナジーマーケティング】

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000302.000045892.html
- anchor: #n1918204
- Companies mentioned: シナジーマーケティング株式会社、静岡市、エスエスケイフーズ株式会社、株式会社静岡銀行、株式会社静岡新聞社、静岡放送株式会社、株式会社天神屋、株式会社ホテイフーズコーポレーション、静岡市農業協同組合（JA静岡市）、静岡鉄道株式会社、清水食品株式会社、山梨罐詰株式会社

Facts:
- 93.5% of recipients said they had experienced a positive change in their feelings toward their hometown or local businesses
- 44.6% of respondents said they had become interested in local businesses
- More than 1,800 members
- Survey results (number of respondents: 416)

## Japanese short-animation streaming platform “Anipops” launches—releasing 5 original works simultaneously and establishing an animation studio using cutting-edge AI technology

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000369.000008963.html
- anchor: #n1918203
- Companies mentioned: ピクスタ株式会社、Anipops、PIXTA、PIXTA ASIA PTE. LTD.、PIXTA VIETNAM CO., LTD

Facts:
- Release date: August 12, 2026
- 1話ごとの課金：50円／1話
- 0.5 dollars / 1 episode
- Weekly plan: 700 yen / week
- 6.99 dollars / week
- Monthly plan: 2,000 yen / month
- 19.99 dollars / month
- Launched the AI animation submission site “Anipops” in March 2026
- In its country of origin, China, the market is expected to reach 2 trillion yen in 2027
- Established: August 25, 2005
- Capital: 332,437 thousand yen

## QommonsAI training held in Tobetsu, Hokkaido — How an advanced DX municipality is combining experience and technology in the intermediate course to “make use of what it has learned”

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000739.000088829.html
- anchor: #n1918202
- Companies mentioned: Polimill株式会社、QommonsAI、Surfvote

Facts:
- Approximately 35 in the morning and 25 in the afternoon
- Approximately 1,000 municipalities nationwide
- Approximately 500,000 people

## FRONTEO provides “KIBIT Amanogawa,” an AI tool for searching medical papers, to アドバンスト・メディカル・ケア for the development of “evidence-based cosmetics and supplements”

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000757.000006776.html
- anchor: #n1918201
- Companies mentioned: FRONTEO、株式会社FRONTEO、アドバンスト・メディカル・ケア、株式会社アドバンスト・メディカル・ケア、東京ミッドタウンクリニック、PubMed、米国国立医学図書館、国立生物科学情報センター、アルネッツ

Facts:
- KIBIT Amanogawa was introduced in March 2026
- Founded in August 2003
- Listed on TSE Mothers (now TSE Growth) on June 26, 2007
- Capital: 915,057 thousand yen (as of March 31, 2026)

## Akatsuki to open “A-BASE,” a permanent pop-culture IP collaboration building, in Ximending, Taipei, Taiwan, in July 2026

- Published: 2026-08-12T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000775.000019676.html
- anchor: #n1918200
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アカツキ、Akatsuki Taiwan Inc.、SENSE LABO Co., Ltd、株式会社マズル、22カレー

Facts:
- More than 20 million people annually
- A track record of IP collaborations with more than 30 works since opening