# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-17 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 3 of 8

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 702 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 93 items from 7 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## S.RIDE begins offering MeterLink, which enables information sharing between its driver app, “S.RIDE Driver,” and taxi meters

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000266.000036935.html
- anchor: #n2033014
- Companies mentioned: S.RIDE株式会社、大和自動車交通グループ、株式会社ナビタイムジャパン、ソニーグループ

Facts:
- Service launches on August 17, 2026 (Mon.)

## LRM to exhibit its “Security Consulting Service” at “IT & Corporate IT DXPO Tokyo '26 Summer”

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000278.000054434.html
- anchor: #n2033013
- Companies mentioned: LRM株式会社、ブティックス株式会社、セキュリオ

Facts:
- August 20 (Thu.)–August 21 (Fri.), 2026
- Admission: ¥5,000
- The セキュリオ security education cloud business, with a track record of serving more than 2,500 companies
- Information security consulting business with a track record of supporting 580 companies annually (*) and more than 19 years of experience

## Concluded an outsourcing agreement with REVOLUT TECHNOLOGIES JAPAN concerning banking agency services

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000292.000072105.html
- anchor: #n2033012
- Companies mentioned: REVOLUT TECHNOLOGIES JAPAN、みんなの銀行、Revolut Ltd、株式会社ふくおかフィナンシャルグループ

Facts:
- From August 17, 2026
- Premium plan (normally 980 yen per month)

## トミー ヒルフィガー invites denim lovers into the world of ロメオ・ベッカム (Romeo Beckham)

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000295.000010635.html
- anchor: #n2033011
- Companies mentioned: トミー ヒルフィガー、ザ・マーク・ホテル、ロメオ・ベッカム、ヤスミン・ワイナルドゥム、トミー ジーンズ、アリーヤ、ラッキー・ブルー・スミス、ヘイリー・ビーバー、ローリング・ストーンズ

Facts:
- Since 1985
- In 1996
- In 2016
- In 2021
- Starting August 20 (Thu)

## Aim to pass the “昆虫検定”! The only official textbook is here: “昆虫検定 Official Guidebook: Beginner and Intermediate Levels,” on sale Aug. 12

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000302.000069413.html
- anchor: #n2033010
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社高橋書店、昆虫検定

Facts:
- List price: 1,650 yen (tax included)
- 144 pages
- Includes a total of 220 questions
- The beginner level features 102 basic questions to build foundational knowledge about insects
- The intermediate level features 118 questions that incorporate specialized knowledge and are somewhat more challenging

## ミシャ’s new BB series “Holiday Set” goes on sale for a limited time on September 14, 2026 (Mon.).

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000305.000023609.html
- anchor: #n2033009
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ミシャジャパン、MISSHA、ミシャ、ミシャジャパン、ミシャ・アピュー日本

Facts:
- ¥1,980 each (tax included) / ¥1,800 (before tax)
- ¥2,200 each (tax included) / ¥2,000 (before tax)
- Release date: September 14, 2026 (Mon.)
- 62% serum ingredients
- ミシャ M Perfect Cover BB Cream PRO SPF42/PA+++
- ミシャ M Perfect Cover Serum BB Cream PRO SPF50+/PA++++

## Corporate AI competition “SIGNATE Cup 2026 Spring” concludes! After an intense contest with 9,040 total submissions, 60% of beginners harnessed generative AI to become “hands-on AX talent”

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000325.000038674.html
- anchor: #n2033008
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SIGNATE、日本アイ・ビー・エムデジタルサービス株式会社、住友電気工業株式会社、三菱電機ソフトウエア株式会社、株式会社ブリヂストン、株式会社ユニバンス、関電サービス株式会社、三菱電機株式会社

Facts:
- 9,040 total submissions
- 33 companies from every industry
- 496 participants competed
- 269 people watched

## TV industry legends tap student MCs: Students from 日本経済大学 Tokyo Shibuya Campus host a talk event with Jiro Nishida and Toshio Tsuchiya

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000331.000020664.html
- anchor: #n2033007
- Companies mentioned: 日本経済大学、都築学園グループ、株式会社エビリー、読売テレビ、日本テレビ、BlueRose

Facts:
- Students hosted the approximately 2-hour-and-30-minute event

## See the mysterious “Diamond Fuji,” a spectacular view that appears twice a year, at リビエラ逗子マリーナ. A special dinner and hotel stay also include the chance to attend a talk by golf photographer Takashi Miyamoto.

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000361.000049154.html
- anchor: #n2033006
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社リビエラ、リストランテAO 逗子マリーナ、マリブファーム 逗子マリーナ、マリブホテル、スペースキーポイント リビエラ逗子マリーナ、リビエラ逗子マリーナ

Facts:
- Price: ¥18,000 per person (tax and service charge included; includes 1 welcome drink on the terrace)
- Price: Adults (junior high school students and older): ¥8,800 (tax and service charge included; drinks charged separately)
- Established in Zushi, Kanagawa Prefecture, in 1971
- Owned and operated by the Riviera Group since 2001
- Received Asia’s first international environmental certification, “Blue Flag,” in 2022
- Approximately 60 minutes from central Tokyo
- Approximately 900 palm trees lining the avenue
- Site covering approximately 50,000 tsubo
- Resort condominium (9 buildings, 1,266 units)

## No. 1 taxi app “GO” surpasses 40 million downloads!

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000365.000030664.html
- anchor: #n2033005
- Companies mentioned: GO株式会社、Sensor Tower、Apple Inc.、Visa、Mastercard、JCB、American Express、Diners Club、PayPay、株式会社IRIS、GOジョブ株式会社、GOドライブ株式会社

Facts:
- Surpassed 40 million cumulative downloads
- The matching rate when placing an order is approximately 97%
- The median time from placing an order to vehicle assignment is approximately 5 seconds
- Median wait time is approximately 3.3 minutes
- Cumulative number of passengers transported reaches 200,000

## 3 physicians from 湘南美容クリニック and 肌の青空クリニック present research findings at the “44th Annual Meeting of the 日本美容皮膚科学会”

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000369.000097803.html
- anchor: #n2033004
- Companies mentioned: SBCメディカルグループホールディングス、湘南美容クリニック、肌の青空クリニック、日本美容皮膚科学会

Facts:
- 3 physicians
- Aug. 1, 2026
- 2 days

## Autumn Festa sweets go on sale starting August 27!

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000371.000070816.html
- anchor: #n2033003
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ミツウロコパートナーズ、麻布十番モンタボー

Facts:
- “Motomachi Chiffon Mont Blanc” ¥1,150 (tax included)
- “Mont Blanc Chiffon Parfait” ¥940 (tax included)
- “Apple Chiboust” ¥580 (tax included)
- “Mocha Cake” ¥580 (tax included)
- Capital: ¥30 million

## For manufacturers and information and communications companies: Seminar explains hiring foreign mechanical, electrical and IT engineers under the Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services status

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000396.000075909.html
- anchor: #n2033002
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社天職市場、キャムコムグループ

Facts:
- Has supported hiring at more than 20,000 companies to date
- Established: August 2006
- Capital: 50 million yen
- 売上⾼ ：1,251 億円
- 資本⾦ ：6.4 億円
- Employees: 2,782 (excluding temporary staff)
- Locations: 143

## [Nagoya Takashimaya] “MEIEKI QUEST: An All-Out Adventure Experience Around Meieki, Starting at JR Nagoya Takashimaya,” an RPG-style hands-on event. It has surpassed 10,000 friend registrations, and new quests have been added. Running through September 1!

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000475.000047031.html
- anchor: #n2033001
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 ジェイアール東海高島屋、東海旅客鉄道株式会社、大名古屋ビルヂング、ＫＩＴＴＥ名古屋、ミッドランドスクエア、名古屋鉄道株式会社、ジェイアールセントラルビル株式会社、株式会社JR東海ホテルズ、株式会社JR東海リテイリング・プラス、株式会社JR東海エージェンシー、Marbull X株式会社

Facts:
- More than 8,500 treasure hunters are enjoying the adventure as they explore Meieki
- Take on more than 500 types of quests
- Wonderful gifts are prepared for the top 10 participants

## Terra Charge plans to install 105,000 EV charging ports by fiscal 2030, building a nationwide charging network

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000475.000075648.html
- anchor: #n2033000
- Companies mentioned: Terra Charge株式会社、日本政府、経産省

Facts:
- Aims to develop EV charging infrastructure
- Target of installing 300,000 EV charging ports
- 80,000 outlets for overnight charging
- 5,000 fast chargers for en-route charging
- 20,000 standard chargers for destination charging

## [Addressing youth outmigration and the gap in migration] Mirai Works wins contract for migration and settlement promotion services in 長野県松本市

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000528.000016557.html
- anchor: #n2032999
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社みらいワークス、長野県松本市、Glocal Mission Jobs（GMJ）、Skill Shift、地方創生ジャーナル

Facts:
- 10代後半の人口が転入超過
- People in their early 20s, entering the job market, move to the Tokyo metropolitan area and other regions
- 98,000 registered professionals
- 9,800 client companies

## [Aug. 24 (Mon.), 16:00] Free online seminar on how to engage external HR professionals effectively, with examples of success and failure

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000531.000015233.html
- anchor: #n2032998
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ビザスク、トイトイ合同会社、東レ、ソニー、ニトリホールディングス、レノバ、イオン、リクルート、DMM

Facts:
- A knowledge database with insights from more than 800,000 people in Japan and overseas (as of February 2026)
- Supporting business creation for more than 2,200 clients
- Advisory contracts with more than 10 companies
- 100 talks annually
- 1 in 4 companies listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market

## Refine your business idea into a business plan and take on your first pitch

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000535.000033548.html
- anchor: #n2032997
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ツクリエ、Startup Hub Tokyo 丸の内、公益財団法人東京都中小企業振興公社、株式会社idscope、株式会社スターグレイン、株式会社オージュ・コンサルティング、株式会社オフィス・マルベリー、合同会社アグリハート、株式会社A-Co-Labo、ウーマンネット株式会社、学び舎mom株式会社、パリパス株式会社

Facts:
- A 6-session entrepreneur development program
- Capacity: 15 people
- Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026
- More than 4,600 startup consultations annually
- Approximately 8,000 startup consultations annually
- Approximately 900 events and seminars

## きらやか銀行のWebサイトにおける「SBI損保のがん保険」取り扱い開始のお知らせ

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000563.000098438.html
- anchor: #n2032996
- Companies mentioned: SBI損害保険株式会社、SBI損保、SBIインシュアランスグループ株式会社、SBIインシュアランスグループ、株式会社きらやか銀行、きらやか銀行、じもとホールディングス、SBIグループ

Facts:
- Capital: 11 billion yen

## リッチモンドホテル那覇久茂地 to reopen after a full renovation on July 13, 2026!

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000573.000071323.html
- anchor: #n2032995
- Companies mentioned: ロイヤルグループ、リッチモンドホテルズ、リッチモンドホテル那覇久茂地、アールエヌティーホテルズ株式会社、シモンズ社、ブルーシール

Facts:
- Total number of guest rooms: 225
- 64-space multilevel parking garage
- 1泊¥1,000
- Adults: ¥2,000
- Children (ages 6–12): ¥1,000
- 700 yen
- Approximately 15 minutes by car from Naha Airport
- Approximately 6 km

## ジェイテクト and group company ジェイテクトサーモシステム to exhibit at “SEMICON Taiwan 2026”

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000588.000028729.html
- anchor: #n2032994
- Companies mentioned: ジェイテクト、ジェイテクトサーモシステム、SEMI

Facts:
- September 2–4, 2026
- 500 Taiwan dollars
- 1,000 Taiwan dollars
- φ300㎜
- □310×310㎜
- □510×515㎜
- □600×600㎜
- Up to 70%

## Hitachi to participate in cloud operations transformation as Japan Card Network phases in modernization of its payment infrastructure

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000610.000067590.html
- anchor: #n2032993
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社日立製作所、株式会社日本カードネットワーク、TISI株式会社、HMAX by Hitachi

Facts:
- 年間処理件数は10年間で4倍の約409億件
- More than 40 Fortune 500 companies
- Approximately 30 companies supported in Japan

## 一橋大学経済研究所's Mr. Kono appointed visiting researcher at Organic Data Lab, ナウキャスト's R&D organization specializing in organic data

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000632.000012138.html
- anchor: #n2032992
- Companies mentioned: ナウキャスト、Finatextグループ、東京大学、マサチューセッツ工科大学（MIT）、一橋大学経済研究所、Finatext、スマートプラス、スマートプラス少額短期保険株式会社、スマートプラスクレジット

Facts:
- Launched the R&D organization Organic Data Lab in March 2025
- More than 250 financial institutions in Japan and abroad

## ベーシック to hold a seminar on “Why Don't Inquiries Decrease? Building a System to Reduce Inquiries with AI Chatbots and FAQ Sites” from 11 a.m. on Thursday, August 20

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000699.000006585.html
- anchor: #n2032934
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ベーシック、株式会社MOTA、株式会社東京ドーム

Facts:
- Capacity
- From 11 a.m. on Thursday, August 20, 2026

## 京都芸術大学's distance learning program to launch a new Museum Studies Practicum course in April 2027. Learn about the museums of “tomorrow” with guidance from Mari Sekine and video materials produced by NHKエデュケーショナル.

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000708.000026069.html
- anchor: #n2032933
- Companies mentioned: 京都芸術大学、NHKエデュケーショナル

Facts:
- First-year enrollment target: 200 students
- Annual tuition: ¥243,000
- First-year payment: ¥293,000

## A popular ranking of Hands original parasols, the perfect companion from the height of summer through the lingering heat

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000713.000070824.html
- anchor: #n2032932
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ハンズ、東レ

Facts:
- Approximately 5,000 units in the series sold in the 1-month period of July 2026
- 50 cm, ¥6,980 each
- 55 cm, ¥7,480 each
- 60 cm, ¥7,980 each
- 70 cm, ¥7,980 each
- 55 cm, ¥6,480 each
- 60 cm, ¥6,780 each
- 60 cm, ¥4,980 each
- 55 cm, ¥4,480 each
- 60 cm, ¥5,980 each
- Water pressure resistance of 20,000 mm or more
- Light-blocking rate: 100%
- 100% UV protection
- Light shielding rate of 99.99% or more
- Ultraviolet protection (UV protection) rate of 99% or more
- Lightweight at approximately 179 g
- Lightweight at approximately 220 g

## 2 new types of absorbent towel caps, an Osaka specialty!

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000718.000026530.html
- anchor: #n2032931
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ヘソプロダクション、ヘソホールディングス

Facts:
- Price: 2 types, ¥1,320 each (tax included)
- Capital: 10,000,000 yen

## スマートニュース launches a “store visit measurement feature” to verify advertising effectiveness based on actual store visits

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000753.000007945.html
- anchor: #n2032930
- Companies mentioned: スマートニュース株式会社、株式会社ブログウォッチャー、株式会社ビックカメラ

Facts:
- 来店数、来店率、1来店あたりの広告単価

## For companies facing challenges in hiring IT engineers and promoting their technology: Sponsorship applications open for “Developers Boost 2026,” exploring ways to enhance engineers' value [翔泳社]

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000758.000034873.html
- anchor: #n2032929
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社翔泳社、BASE 株式会社、複眼道場

Facts:
- Projected advance registrations: 250–400
- Projected attendance: 125–200
- Publishes articles on product management and business development weekly on note. Has written more than 80 articles to date.

## AIデータ社 announces “AI Troubleshooting on IDX,” for the measuring instrument industry, featuring AI孔明 on IDX's new “Complaint Assessment Troubleshooting AI™” feature

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000791.000040956.html
- anchor: #n2032928
- Companies mentioned: AIデータ株式会社、AI孔明 on IDX、Tokkyo.Ai

Facts:
- Capital: 100 million yen (capital reserves: 1.525 billion yen)
- More than 10,000 companies
- More than 1 million customers
- Ranked No. 1 in sales volume for 17 consecutive years at the BCN Awards

## [New book] “Advertising Industry Career Guide 2028” now on sale, taking an in-depth look at the “human passion” that AI cannot replace

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000813.000002888.html
- anchor: #n2032927
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社宣伝会議、電通、博報堂キャビン、大塚製薬、SHIPS、サカナクション、Amazon、KAIGIグループ

Facts:
- List price: ¥1,870 (¥1,700 before tax)
- Pages: 232

## Contract One, a contract AX service, launches its “AI Agent Powered by Claude” feature

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000870.000049627.html
- anchor: #n2032926
- Companies mentioned: Sansan株式会社、Anthropic, PBC、Claude

Facts:
- Capital: 7.358 billion yen (as of May 31, 2026)

## ブラザー sponsors the “Asian Animal Walking Rally” held at 東山動植物園

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000875.000011621.html
- anchor: #n2032925
- Companies mentioned: ブラザー工業株式会社、東山動植物園

Facts:
- In 1984, the year a koala first arrived at 東山動植物園

## LIFULL ArchiTech and 愛知県東浦町 sign an agreement on the provision of Instant Houses during disasters

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000908.000033058.html
- anchor: #n2032924
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社LIFULL、株式会社LIFULL ArchiTech、愛知県東浦町、名古屋工業大学

Facts:
- Signed on August 14, 2026
- In May 2026, the town also held disaster preparedness classes for elementary school students using Instant Houses

## 【SENSAI】A rich, carbonated*¹ “cocoon foam” lotion that envelops skin in moisture gets its first renewal. “AS Micro Mousse Treatment” launches Wednesday, August 19, 2026

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000924.000016220.html
- anchor: #n2032923
- Companies mentioned: SENSAI、株式会社カネボウ化粧品

Facts:
- ¥20,000 (¥22,000 including tax)
- 90g
- Launches Wednesday, August 19, 2026

## 【OI SUMMIT 2026】Selected from startups across Japan! 6 companies chosen to take the stage at “STARTUP PITCH” and shape future collaboration

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000964.000037194.html
- anchor: #n2032922
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社eiicon、INNFRA株式会社、エグゼヴィータ株式会社、株式会社エンドファイト、オーガイホールディングス株式会社、トイメディカル株式会社、株式会社ヘミセルロース、株式会社ミダスキャピタル、さくらインターネット株式会社、株式会社アイスタイル、一般社団法人バンクフォースマイルズ

Facts:
- Received 169 applications
- 6 presenting companies
- Expected attendance: 2,000
- A corporate network of more than 39,000 companies
- More than 100,000 matching opportunities
- More than 164 leading companies
- MEMBER PASS (for AUBA members only): ¥22,050
- BASIC PASS: ¥49,000
- VIP PASS: ¥120,000

## ACE Bags&Luggage Daimaru Shinsaibashi Store, a locally focused curated bag shop, to open Wednesday, August 19, 2026

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000965.000015319.html
- anchor: #n2032921
- Companies mentioned: エース株式会社、プロテカ、ace.、HaNT、EDGELINK

Facts:
- In-store products will be sold at 10% off
- Products with a purchase price below ¥5,500 including tax are excluded

## METEORA st. dancer Yuta wins the “CIDC KOREA Japan Qualifier” and qualifies to compete at the CIDC FINAL in Korea as Japan's representative

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000989.000060459.html
- anchor: #n2032920
- Companies mentioned: METEORA st.、株式会社リアルアキバ・コミュニケーションズ、株式会社FNMD

Facts:
- Grand prize: ¥60,000
- Oct. 2, 2026 (Fri.) to Oct. 5 (Mon.)

## 【ノボテル奈良】Autumn afternoon tea to be served starting in September, featuring treats from Nara Japanese confectionery shop 「奈良祥楽」

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001041.000052177.html
- anchor: #n2032919
- Companies mentioned: ノボテル奈良、奈良祥楽、アコー、WWF、Ennismore、Dilmah

Facts:
- Available for a limited time from Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026, through Saturday, Oct. 31
- ¥4,500*ご予約は前日の15:00まで承っております（要予約）*上記の料金には消費税・サービス料10％が含まれています。
- Number of rooms: 264
- Operating more than 600 hotels in over 60 countries
- One of the world's leading hospitality groups, operating more than 5,800 hotels and resorts in over 110 countries and regions
- Offering more than 10,000 restaurants and bars, wellness facilities, flexible workspaces and more
- More than 45 hotel brands, from luxury to economy

## Enjoy the authentic flavors of 「横濱一品香」 at home! 3 varieties of “authentic mala soup” and 2 new flavors of “extra-coarse-ground mochi pork shumai” go on sale at the online shop

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001071.000010329.html
- anchor: #n2032918
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社一品香、横濱一品香

Facts:
- 『横濱一品香 Authentic Mala Soup 【Standard】』 (1 serving, frozen) Price: ¥980 (tax included, shipping not included)
- 『横濱一品香 Authentic Mala Soup 【Native】』 (1 serving, frozen) Price: ¥1,080 (tax included, shipping not included)
- 『横濱一品香 Authentic Mala Soup 【Beauty】』 (1 serving, frozen) Price: ¥1,080 (tax included, shipping not included)
- 『Rich Black Truffle』 (8 pieces, frozen) Price: ¥880 (tax included, shipping not included)
- 『Melting Mozzarella』 (8 pieces, frozen) Price: ¥780 (tax included, shipping not included)

## 理想とのギャップを実感 「垢抜けたい」と行動した人の約７割が失敗を経験 垢抜けにおけるコスパ・タイパ志向の実態が明らかに

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001117.000002194.html
- anchor: #n2032917
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社伊勢半、キスミー ヘビーローテーション

Facts:
- Among those who took action because they wanted to “glow up,” 70.2% said they had “experienced failure” because they did not see the changes they had hoped for
- It also emerged that some people wanted to “glow up” but had been unable to take action. The most common reason was “it costs money (50.7%)”
- 直近1年間に「垢抜けたい」と思って投じた費用は、平均109,041円
- 1か月あたりに費やした時間は平均15.65時間にのぼることが明らかになりました
- On average, people spent ¥43,320 on things they felt were effective, compared with ¥65,720 on things they did not feel were effective—a difference of about 1.5 times
- The average time spent each month on things people felt were effective was 6.59 hours, compared with 9.06 hours for things they did not feel were effective, about 1.4 times as much

## A 5-day-only sale offering 30 yen off “Karaage Stick” and “American Corn Dog” starts Aug. 27 (Thu.)!

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001118.000155396.html
- anchor: #n2032916
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン

Facts:
- 30 yen off.
- Special price: 154 yen.
- 166.32 yen (tax included).
- Special price: 109 yen.
- 117.72 yen (tax included).

## 2秒で作れる贅沢な濃密泡！高濃度*¹炭酸*²泡とサリチル酸*³配合で毎日ケアができる「ビフェスタ 泡ピーリング洗顔」が2026年8月24日(月)より新発売

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001133.000006496.html
- anchor: #n2032915
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マンダム、ビフェスタ

Facts:
- New release starting Aug. 24, 2026 (Mon.)
- 160g / Open price

## WIRED Japan to host “WIRED Futures Conference 2026 Collaborated with NTT” at TOKYO NODE HALL on Sept. 15 (Tue.)

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001181.000000930.html
- anchor: #n2032914
- Companies mentioned: WIRED、NTT、ALGO ARTIS、NRI、株式会社POSTS、株式会社波取、HATRA、株式会社野村総合研究所、株式会社 PKSHA Technology、大阪大学、株式会社 ALGO ARTIS、東京藝術大学、株式会社 みずほフィナンシャルグループ、コンデナスト・ジャパン、コンデナスト

Facts:
- “WIRED Futures Conference 2026
- To be held at TOKYO NODE HALL on Sept. 15 (Tue.)
- Sept. 15, 2026 (Tue.), 13:00–19:00
- 46F, Toranomon Hills Station Tower
- Sept. 7, 2026 (Mon.), 23:59

## 110-yen sushi items and hearty dishes, too! Great-value sushi including select albacore tuna come together for the “Kappa 110-Yen Full-Points Festival”! Also running at the same time: the “Kappa Energy-Packed Festival,” featuring large-cut seared beef kalbi and more to help you power through summer

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001186.000018731.html
- anchor: #n2032913
- Companies mentioned: カッパ・クリエイト株式会社、かっぱ寿司、コロワイドグループ、アイムエンタープライズ

Facts:
- 100 yen (110 yen tax included)
- ¥110 including tax
- Starting Aug. 20, 2026 (Thursday)
- Aug. 20, 2026 (Thu.) to Sept. 2 (Wed.)
- From ¥391 (¥430 including tax)
- ¥430 including tax
- From ¥328 (¥360 including tax)
- ¥360 including tax
- ¥310 (¥340 including tax)
- ¥340 including tax
- From ¥719 (¥790 including tax)
- 790 yen including tax
- From ¥337 (¥370 including tax)
- ¥370 including tax

## 博報堂SXプロフェッショナルズ「生活者のサステナブル購買行動調査2026」を実施

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001209.000008062.html
- anchor: #n2032912
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社博報堂、博報堂SXプロフェッショナルズ、QO株式会社

Facts:
- Down 3.3 points
- An average score of 5.02 points
- “It seems like it would cost more than now / I feel the financial burden (39.3%)”
- “It seems like it would take more effort than now (20.5%)”
- “I feel there are hurdles to changing my current lifestyle (18.2%)”
- “100% recyclable plastic products (20.2%)”
- “Dishes that do not require detergent (17.1%)”
- “Laundry detergent that does not require rinsing (16.6%)”
- “Being able to contribute to social and environmental issues without difficulty (24.9%)”
- “Being able to feel that I am contributing to social and environmental issues (23.3%)”
- “Being able to reduce utility and consumables costs (19.8%)”

## 変なホテル福岡 博多 launches an “oshi-support room” and holds a special event

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001373.000005110.html
- anchor: #n2032911
- Companies mentioned: H.I.S.ホテルホールディングス株式会社、変なホテル福岡 博多、変なホテル東京 銀座、変なホテル東京 西葛西、変なホテル大阪 心斎橋

Facts:
- 価格は朝食付き14,380円～（1泊1部屋あたり、税サ込）

## 静岡県静岡市とさとふる、「清水次郎長」の認知拡大や「里山体験」、「手筒花火」の継承など、3事業への寄付受け付けを開始

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001374.000025119.html
- anchor: #n2032910
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社さとふる、静岡県静岡市、株式会社CAMPFIRE

Facts:
- Fundraising target: ¥600,000
- Fundraising target: ¥350,000
- Fundraising target: ¥500,000

## JCB × VIBY Collaboration Campaign

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001440.000011361.html
- anchor: #n2032909
- Companies mentioned: JCB、VIBY、Rii.MJ、Crystal Kay

Facts:
- 37card®
- Spending amount: ¥20,000 (including tax)
- 30 winners by lottery
- Played more than 10,000,000 times

## The “Practical Ballpoint Penmanship Course” has been selected as a hometown tax donation gift.

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001491.000007628.html
- anchor: #n2032908
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ユーキャン、東京都渋谷区

Facts:
- Since its launch, it has been chosen by more than 2.3 million people
- Capital: 90 million yen

## ふるさとチョイス、自治体が寄附の使い道を発信しふるさと納税で支援を募る「ガバメントクラウドファンディング®」の累計プロジェクト数が5,000件を突破

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001591.000026811.html
- anchor: #n2032907
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社トラストバンク、ふるさとチョイス、ガバメントクラウドファンディング®、GCF®

Facts:
- Cumulative number of projects surpasses 5,000
- Cumulative number of participating local governments: 870
- Cumulative donations: more than ¥26.82 billion
- Funding target: ¥5,000,000
- Donations totaling about ¥9.39 million were collected
- In 2022, the pace exceeded 500 projects
- In 2025, the number of projects announced in a year finally exceeded 1,000
- A project supported by more than 53,000 people
- Approximately 940 million yen in donations were received
- The 100 million yen goal was reached
- More than 1,700 municipalities nationwide—about 95% of all municipalities—are available for applications
- More than 980,000 gifts are available

## Introducing a limited-time Kirin Ichiban Shibori that lets you enjoy the peak-season flavor of hops harvested in Tono, Iwate Prefecture: “Kirin Ichiban Shibori Fresh Hops Draft Beer (Limited Edition),” available to drink only now

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001598.000073077.html
- anchor: #n2032906
- Companies mentioned: キリンビール株式会社、キリングループ

Facts:
- This year marks the 23rd year since its launch
- Cumulative sales have reached 400 million bottles
- Hop production has also fallen to about one-seventh of its level 30 years ago
- Frozen within 24 hours of harvesting
- Alcohol content 5%
- 350ml can: 14g
- 500ml can: 20g

## The official やよい軒 website has refreshed its brand story content and released “やよい軒 SDGs Initiatives”!

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001600.000054093.html
- anchor: #n2032905
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プレナス、やよい軒、X、Instagram、LINE、SAF、Uber Eats

Facts:
- Operates 378 locations in Japan
- Aug. 17 (Mon.)

## [Z-kai Correspondence Courses] Enrollment campaign now underway for the Z-kai Programming Junior High School Technology Skills Course!

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001612.000049291.html
- anchor: #n2032904
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社増進会ホールディングス、株式会社Ｚ会、株式会社ソニー・グローバルエデュケーション

Facts:
- Amazon gift card worth 10,000 yen
- First 100 people

## Signed a share transfer agreement for the Coastline (コーストライン) Group, based in Los Angeles, California, U.S.

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001616.000035668.html
- anchor: #n2032903
- Companies mentioned: Coastlineグループ、Coastline Real Estate Advisors, Inc.、NextGen Apartments, LLC、Turnaround Solutions II, LLC、大東建託株式会社、Daito Kentaku USA,LLC

Facts:
- The world's largest portfolio, with 1.5 million units under management
- Including 50,000 units overseas
- A group total of 63 people

## [Bringing the appeal of locally treasured Japanese ingredients to the whole country, paired with domestically grown potatoes!] Launch of “Koikeya Pride Potato 100%,” a new series delivering Japan’s delicious flavors. The first releases, “Overflowing Sea Urchin Soy Sauce (Munakata)” and “Yuzu and Seven-Spice Grilled Chicken (Kyoto),” go on sale

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001624.000003039.html
- anchor: #n2032902
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社湖池屋、マルヨシ醤油、かみ舎楽

Facts:
- “Koikeya Pride Potato 100% Overflowing Sea Urchin Soy Sauce (Munakata)” / 52g
- “Koikeya Pride Potato 100% Yuzu and Seven-Spice Grilled Chicken (Kyoto)” / 52g
- Pre-sale at convenience stores nationwide starting Aug. 17, 2026
- On sale through supermarkets and other general retail channels nationwide starting Aug. 31, 2026
- Since 2018, the company has continued efforts to showcase the appeal of local food and rich marine environments
- Since the Kyoto factory began operations in 1986

## Money Forward launches a solution to centrally manage corporate AI usage costs

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001670.000008962.html
- anchor: #n2032901
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マネーフォワード、マネーフォワードケッサイ株式会社、ChatGPT、Claude、IDC Japan

Facts:
- Domestic spending on AI infrastructure is expected to exceed 821 billion yen in 2026, up more than 18% year over year
- The compound annual growth rate over the 5 years through 2029 is expected to remain high, at about 13%
- AI-related payments made with the Money Forward Business Card we provide have also increased 4.47-fold over the 1 year since last June

## Kao’s hair care brand melt（メルト） introduces a new “hair beauty emulsion” inspired by skincare (1)!

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001872.000009276.html
- anchor: #n2032900
- Companies mentioned: 花王株式会社、melt（メルト）、インテージSRI＋、ロフト、My Kao Mall、楽天、Qoo10

Facts:
- 132% year over year
- On sale Oct. 10, 2026
- Melt Deep Oil, 80ml
- 120ml each

## A collaboration between マルちゃん焼そば and カルビーポテトチップス, both marking 50 years since launch! “Potato Chips Maruchan Yakisoba Flavor” and “Potato Chips with a Wonton Soy Sauce Flavor,” recreating the taste of popular long-selling products

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001913.000030525.html
- anchor: #n2032899
- Companies mentioned: カルビー株式会社、東洋水産株式会社、マルちゃん焼そば、カルビーポテトチップス

Facts:
- Net weight: 63g
- Open pricing (suggested retail price: around 190 yen including tax)

## 【横浜市・8月29日開催】「エアコンをつけても暑い」「電気代が高い」そんな方へ 賃貸住宅でもできる暑さ対策『窓』セミナーを開催します

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001980.000013670.html
- anchor: #n2032898
- Companies mentioned: 横浜市、株式会社ワイドアルミ、かながわ脱炭素コンソーシアム、よこはま健康・省エネ住宅推進コンソーシアム

Facts:
- First 50 people
- Saturday, Aug. 29, Reiwa 8

## [Colopl] All the capacity freed up by AI becomes a seed for “new inspiration”

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002018.000004473.html
- anchor: #n2032897
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コロプラ、GitHub、Claude、OpenAI

Facts:
- As of June 2026, about 98% of all employees use AI
- Excluding some occupations with few opportunities to use AI at work, such as athlete employees, the effective rate has reached about 99%

## [BOUROU LAKE TOYA/洞爺湖温泉] New menu featuring autumn delicacies available starting Sept. 1

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002082.000019483.html
- anchor: #n2032896
- Companies mentioned: 野口観光マネジメント株式会社、BOUROU LAKE TOYA

Facts:
- Starting September 1, 2026
- Through Saturday, October 31

## B.LEAGUE PREMIER entrant club 島根スサノオマジック signs naming rights partnership for its home arena, Matsue City General Gymnasium; to be renamed Bandai Namco Arena Matsue

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002294.000051316.html
- anchor: #n2032895
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社バンダイナムコエンターテインメント、株式会社バンダイナムコ島根スサノオマジック、島根スサノオマジック

Facts:
- As of Sept. 1, 2026 (Tue.), Matsue City General Gymnasium will be known as Bandai Namco Arena Matsue.
- Contract period: Sept. 1, 2026 (Tue.)–March 31, 2031 (Mon.)
- 建築面積 ： 10,041.75㎡
- 延床面積 ： 15,309.98㎡
- Maximum capacity: 5,000 people (including standing) / 4,654 people (seated)

## [ホテル近鉄ユニバーサル・シティ] Enjoy autumn flavors and the Halloween spirit! “Colorful Pop Halloween ～Trick or Treat! Halloween Party～”

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002323.000023303.html
- anchor: #n2032894
- Companies mentioned: ホテル近鉄ユニバーサル・シティ、ユニバーサル・スタジオ・ジャパン、株式会社近鉄・都ホテルズ

Facts:
- Adults (junior high school students and older): 6,000 yen
- Elementary school students: 2,500 yen
- Ages 4 to under elementary school age: 1,000 yen
- All-you-can-drink alcohol (2-hour limit): 2,000 yen

## [都ホテル 四日市] Enjoy the sweet, juicy flavors of the season with the “Shine Muscat” afternoon tea

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002326.000023303.html
- anchor: #n2032893
- Companies mentioned: 都ホテル 四日市、KUSMI TEA

Facts:
- 4,500 yen
- 6,000 yen

## [ホテルメトロポリタン] Seasonal, limited-quantity autumn Suica Penguin sweets are here

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002516.000030117.html
- anchor: #n2032892
- Companies mentioned: ホテルメトロポリタン、JR東日本

Facts:
- Suica Penguin Chestnut Cake ¥720
- Suica Penguin Pudding ¥500
- Suica Penguin Seasonal Cake ¥650

## [Featuring precious picture diaries from Momoko Sakura’s first-grade year!] A special bonus from the latest laugh-out-loud essay “Fujisan” (on sale Aug. 26) revealed for the first time!

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003198.000047877.html
- anchor: #n2032891
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社新潮社、ちびまる子ちゃん、富士山

Facts:
- Published on Wednesday, Aug. 26
- Includes 6 picture diaries
- 25 essays
- 1,980 yen (tax included)
- A new book was published in March 2026, after a long hiatus
- First published in 2000

## 日本の名誉ある地位を守ろうと奮闘した「伝説の外交官」の足跡から何を学ぶべきか 『危機の外交 岡本行夫自伝』が新潮社の新サブスクメディア「新潮QUE（キュー）」で期間限定読み放題

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003205.000047877.html
- anchor: #n2032890
- Companies mentioned: 新潮社、新潮QUE、Foresight

Facts:
- Premium plan: ¥2,400 per month (tax included)
- Premium+ plan: ¥24,000 per year (tax included)
- International + Foresight plan: ¥800 per month (tax included)

## [LILY BROWN] Digital catalog for the 2026 Fall Collection, “Vintage Feature Dress — Beyond the Layers,” celebrating its 15th anniversary, now available!

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004326.000018505.html
- anchor: #n2032889
- Companies mentioned: LILY BROWN、株式会社マッシュスタイルラボ、マッシュグループ、MASH STORE、USAGI ONLINE

Facts:
- Collar ¥7,920
- Knit tops ¥11,880
- Skirt ¥13,970
- Bag ¥12,980
- Boots ¥26,950
- Pierced earrings ¥6,380
- Coat ¥25,960
- Tops ¥11,880
- Pants ¥11,880
- Bag ¥15,950
- Jacket ¥24,970
- Dress ¥24,970
- Apron ¥21,450
- Bag ¥14,960
- Socks ¥2,420
- Shoes ¥16,940
- Knit tops ¥14,960

## 【ホテル日航大阪】The “Ibaraki Prefecture Fair,” featuring “chestnuts,” Japan’s top-produced crop, and “dried sweet potatoes,” which account for about 90% of the national market, will be held starting Sept. 1

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004330.000002213.html
- anchor: #n2032888
- Companies mentioned: ホテル日航大阪、株式会社オークラ ニッコー ホテルマネジメント、茨城県営業戦略部県産品販売課、オークラ ホテルズ ＆ リゾーツ、ニッコー・ホテルズ・インターナショナル、ホテルJALシティ、ユニバーサル・スタジオ・ジャパン

Facts:
- From Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026, through Monday, Nov. 30
- Single item: 2,500 yen
- Set with blended coffee or tea: 3,800 yen
- Coffee Selection and Ronnefeldt Tea Selection free-flow set: 4,300 yen
- Saturdays, Sundays and holidays: 7,500 yen / Weekdays: 7,000 yen
- General admission: 6,000 yen; One Harmony members: 5,500 yen
- 605 guest rooms
- 8 food and beverage outlets
- 15 banquet halls of various sizes

## A seminar titled “Changes in Disease Patterns and Hospital Management,” presented by Akira Babazono, Chairman of the Board of 株式会社Social Capital and Professor Emeritus at Kyushu University, will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026!!

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004625.000032407.html
- anchor: #n2032887
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Social Capital、新社会システム総合研究所、SSK

Facts:
- 4 functions: “highly acute,” “acute,” “comprehensive,” and “chronic” care

## Nintendo Switch™2『最強王図鑑 クラッシュバトルキングス』2026年11月26日（木）に発売決定！

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005054.000019470.html
- anchor: #n2032886
- Companies mentioned: 日本コロムビア株式会社、任天堂

Facts:
- On sale Thursday, Nov. 26, 2026
- 6,380 yen (pre-tax price: 5,800 yen)

## 写真1枚で、オーダーメイドのペットフィギュアが作成できる「ちょこんとフィギュア」、累計制作数10,000体を突破！新たにフルカラーマグネット・上半身フィギュアが登場！

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005103.000002581.html
- anchor: #n2032885
- Companies mentioned: 合同会社DMM.com、DMM.make 3Dプリント

Facts:
- 【Full-color magnet】Face only, 3 cm, set of 2: 3,980 (tax included)
- 【Full-color magnet】Bust, 3 cm, set of 2: 3,980 (tax included)
- 【Full-color figure】Bust, 3 cm: 3,480 yen (tax included)
- Shipping: 550 yen extra (free shipping on orders of 5,000 yen or more)
- Either option can be added for an extra 600 yen.
- 60.12 million members

## イオンイーハート『おひつごはん四六時中』 offers an early taste of autumn with 3 types of mushrooms from Yukiguni Factory

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006018.000007505.html
- anchor: #n2032884
- Companies mentioned: イオンイーハート、ユキグニファクトリー株式会社

Facts:
- Price: 1,690 yen (1,859 yen including tax)
- Price: 1,390 yen (1,529 yen including tax)
- Price: 390 yen (429 yen including tax)

## イオンイーハート’s homemade chunky red bean paste shop 『紫あん』 launches the second installment of “Chilled treats are perfect for summer!” with a new chilled, large-format imagawayaki featuring homemade chunky red bean paste and cranberries

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006019.000007505.html
- anchor: #n2032883
- Companies mentioned: イオンイーハート、紫あん

Facts:
- Price: 200 yen (tax included)
- Starting Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2026
- Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026

## The second installment of the hugely popular Sunreco Archives series! 『90’sテクノ・アーカイブス サンレコ＆GROOVE総集版』 goes on sale Monday, Aug. 24

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000007584.000005875.html
- anchor: #n2032882
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社リットーミュージック、インプレスグループ、株式会社インプレスホールディングス

Facts:
- List price: 2,970 yen (2,700 yen + 10% tax)
- Release date: Aug. 24, 2026

## The “猪居亜美『RED ROSE』/『BLACK ROSE』 Premium Listening Event” will be held Sunday, Sept. 6, at 御茶ノ水RITTOR BASE, with commentary on the songs and production stories by the artist, as well as a live performance planned

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000007585.000005875.html
- anchor: #n2032881
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社リットーミュージック、インプレスグループ、株式会社インプレスホールディングス

Facts:
- List price: 5,500 yen per session (tax included / no re-entry)
- Discount campaign price using a リットー ID: 5,280 yen per session (tax included / no re-entry)

## Free September trial of the “World Heritage Course,” offering a global liberal arts education!

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009321.000002535.html
- anchor: #n2032880
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社学研ホールディングス、株式会社学研スタディエ、サインワン、あすなろ学院、ビーンズインターナショナルプリスクール

Facts:
- September 2026
- First 10 people in each session
- Sales of 199.1 billion yen for the fiscal year ended September 2025
- 82 consolidated subsidiaries

## A “Free Online Individual Consultation Week” for junior and senior high school students struggling with school nonattendance and their parents

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009324.000002535.html
- anchor: #n2032879
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社学研ホールディングス、株式会社学研エル・スタッフィング、学研WILL学園、学研の家庭教師訪問支援室

Facts:
- Monday, Aug. 24–Sunday, Aug. 30, 2026
- 相談時間：1家庭につき30分～60分程度
- Established: Dec. 17, 1983
- Date of incorporation: March 31, 1947
- Capital: ¥19,817 million
- Revenue: ¥199.1 billion
- Consolidated subsidiaries: 82

## RAISE A SUILEN LIVE 2026 “Boot IGNITION” Hong Kong performance report

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009682.000014827.html
- anchor: #n2032878
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ブシロードミュージック、EUPHORIC PRODUCTION HK、Neon Lit Music、RAISE A SUILEN、BanG Dream!

Facts:
- Performed 17 songs each day
- At Tokyo Garden Theater on Monday, Oct. 12 (national holiday)
- To be released Wednesday, Nov. 4
- Limited production edition with Blu-ray: 9,900 yen (tax included)
- Regular edition: 1,650 yen (tax included)
- Limited production edition: 30,000 yen (tax included)
- Regular edition: 8,800 yen (tax included)

## 起業・副業・ボランティア活動など、豊かなセカンドライフを沼津信用金庫が応援。ぬましん COMPASSにて、キャリアデザイン講座を9月5日スタート。

- Published: 2026-08-17T10:59:46+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000096649.html
- anchor: #n2032757
- Companies mentioned: 沼津信用金庫、ぬましん COMPASS、沼津市、沼津商工会議所、沼津市商工会

Facts:
- 5 episodes in total
- Capacity: 20 people
- Course fee: 10,000 yen

## Bird Festa is coming to Okayama! Bird Festa Okayama takes place this weekend♪

- Published: 2026-08-17T10:59:32+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000428.000010272.html
- anchor: #n2032758
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ことりカフェ、ことりカフェ上野本店、COOP、Fairy tale、emmyjonomori、BIRDSTORY

Facts:
- Admission: 500 yen
- About a 7-minute walk from Okayama Station

## 【Activity report】AKANE株式会社 held a “Crime Prevention and Traffic Safety Seminar” for foreign workers in its headquarters training room, in cooperation with 香川県警察本部 and 東かがわ警察署

- Published: 2026-08-17T10:58:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000185118.html
- anchor: #n2032759
- Companies mentioned: AKANE株式会社、香川県警察本部、東かがわ警察署

Facts:
- August 5, 2026 (Wed.)
- A total of 7 people

## 【27th location nationwide, first arrival in front of Chiba Station!】『メンズ眉毛サロン 眉ラボ』 Chiba Station Front store grand opens Sunday, Aug. 2, 2026

- Published: 2026-08-17T10:57:25+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000024.000144583.html
- anchor: #n2032760
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ベルトレンド、メンズ眉毛サロン 眉ラボ

Facts:
- 27th location nationwide
- August 2, 2026
- A 4-minute walk from Chiba Station
- Regular price: ¥6,600
- 4,000 yen

## 『ソニックフロンティア』 surpasses 5 million copies sold worldwide! A sale is also underway, with “Sonic” titles available at up to 75% off!

- Published: 2026-08-17T10:56:17+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000007582.000005397.html
- anchor: #n2032761
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セガ、PlayStation、Nintendo、XBOX、Steam

Facts:
- Cumulative worldwide sales have reached 5 million copies
- 『ソニックフロンティア』が最大65%オフ
- 『ソニック × シャドウ ジェネレーションズ』が70%オフ
- 『ソニックレーシング クロスワールド』が60%オフ
- Suggested retail price: packaged edition: 5,990 yen
- Digital edition: 4,536 yen (4,990 yen including tax)
- Digital Deluxe: 5,445 yen (5,990 yen including tax)

## Preorders open for trading clear cards featuring original manga panels from 『しゅごキャラ！』 vol. 2 and more, at AMNIBUS, which sells original anime and manga merchandise!!

- Published: 2026-08-17T10:55:47+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009419.000016064.html
- anchor: #n2032762
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アルマビアンカ、AMNIBUS、PEACH-PIT、講談社

Facts:
- Single item: ¥550 (including tax)
- BOX ¥5,500 (tax included)
- Individual item: ¥440 (tax included)
- BOX ¥5,720 (tax included)
- Single item ¥275 (tax included)
- 2,970 yen each (tax included)
- ¥1,100 each (tax included)
- Each ¥990 (tax included)
- ¥715 each (tax included)

## Preorders open for trading Kemokyube figures, trading Kemokyube matte tin badges and more from the TV anime 『ブルーロック』, at AMNIBUS, which sells original anime and manga merchandise!!

- Published: 2026-08-17T10:53:50+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009434.000016064.html
- anchor: #n2032763
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アルマビアンカ、AMNIBUS、ARTIUM、株式会社arma bianca、講談社、「ブルーロック」製作委員会

Facts:
- Single item: 1,100 yen (tax included)
- Box: 8,800 yen (tax included)
- Single item: 550 yen (tax included)
- BOX ¥4,400 (tax included)
- Single ¥275 (tax included)
- ¥3,960 (tax included)
- ¥880 each (tax included)
- 660 yen each (tax included)
- ¥550 each (tax included)

## ALPHA for Biz, a physical fitness check service for businesses, will exhibit at “Factory Innovation Week [Autumn],” held at Makuhari Messe for 3 days, 9/9-11

- Published: 2026-08-17T10:53:21+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000182.000061008.html
- anchor: #n2032764
- Companies mentioned: Pestalozzi Technology株式会社、RX Japan 合同会社、厚生労働省

Facts:
- 20% off implementation and management fees
- September 2026

## 【JAF Shizuoka】Take part in your own car! Registration is now open for “2026 Auto Test in つま恋リゾート彩の郷,” an easy and fun motorsport event!

- Published: 2026-08-17T10:51:54+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000007452.000010088.html
- anchor: #n2032765
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人日本自動車連盟、JAF、JAF静岡支部、チームエムアイ

Facts:
- JAF members: 4,500 yen
- General admission: ¥5,500
- 70 people
- Minimum number of participants: 15
- Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026, 8:30–16:00
- 2026年9月9日（水）23:30まで

## Orders have opened for trading scene still acrylic cards, trading scene still hologram tin badges and more from the TV anime "Otome Kaiju Caramelize"!! Available through AMNIBUS, which sells original anime and manga merchandise

- Published: 2026-08-17T10:51:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009424.000016064.html
- anchor: #n2032766
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アルマビアンカ、AMNIBUS、乙女怪獣キャラメリゼ製作委員会

Facts:
- Single item: ¥715 (tax included)
- BOX ¥5,720 (tax included)
- Single item: ¥605 (tax included)
- BOX: ¥4,840 (tax included)
- Single item ¥275 (tax included)
- BOX ¥2,200 (tax included)
- ¥5,500 each (tax included)
- ¥1,980 each (tax included)
- ¥1,100 each (tax included)
- ¥880 each (tax included)

## BIZナレッジ launches an AI adoption package for the manufacturing industry

- Published: 2026-08-17T10:49:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000043955.html
- anchor: #n2032767
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社DEHA SOLUTIONS、BIZナレッジ、Ollama、GPT-4o、Claude、Gemini、MES、ERP、Live Bid、IFS

Facts:
- 3-day free trial
- Capital: ¥40 million
- Established: January 6, 2017

## Orders have opened for various products featuring newly drawn illustrations in Harness Style ver. from "PSYCHO-PASS Providence: The Movie"! Available through AMNIBUS, which sells original anime and manga merchandise

- Published: 2026-08-17T10:47:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009422.000016064.html
- anchor: #n2032768
- Companies mentioned: AMNIBUS、株式会社アルマビアンカ、株式会社arma bianca

Facts:
- Single item: ¥715 (tax included)
- BOX ¥5,720 (tax included)
- Single item ¥495 (tax included)
- BOX ¥3,960 (tax included)
- Single item ¥275 (tax included)
- BOX: ¥4,400 (tax included)
- ¥3,960 each (tax included)
- ¥3,300 each (tax included)
- ¥1,980 each (tax included)
- ¥1,100 each (tax included)
- Single item: ¥880 (tax included)
- BOX ¥17,600 (tax included)
- Single item: ¥660 (tax included)
- Box: ¥7,920 (tax included)

## We have entered the NIKKEI Corporate Character General Election 2026!

- Published: 2026-08-17T10:46:50+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000074.000104115.html
- anchor: #n2032769
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マーキュリー、日本経済新聞社

Facts:
- Voting period: August 17, 2026 (Monday)–September 17 (Thursday)
- Capital: 30 million yen

## The online lottery for the TV anime "Kunon the Sorcerer Can See" is now on sale!

- Published: 2026-08-17T10:46:49+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009423.000016064.html
- anchor: #n2032770
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アルマビアンカ、AMNIBUS、arma bianca

Facts:
- 1 play: 770 yen (tax included)
- Monday, August 10, 2026
- Shipments will begin in mid-November 2026

## Orders have opened for trading glitter tin badges featuring newly drawn illustrations in Romero Pajama ver. from the movie "Zombie Land Saga: Yumeginga Paradise" and more!! Available through AMNIBUS, which sells original anime and manga merchandise

- Published: 2026-08-17T10:45:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009431.000016064.html
- anchor: #n2032771
- Companies mentioned: AMNIBUS、アニメイト、劇場版ゾンビランドサガ製作委員会、株式会社アルマビアンカ、arma bianca

Facts:
- Single item: ¥605 (tax included)
- BOX ¥8,470 (tax included)
- Single item: ¥385 (tax included)
- BOX ¥5,390 (tax included)
- Single item ¥275 (tax included)
- BOX ¥4,125 (tax included)
- Box: ¥6,050 (tax included)
- ¥10,780 each (tax included)
- ¥3,960 each (tax included)
- ¥3,300 each (tax included)
- ¥1,980 each (tax included)
- ¥1,100 each (tax included)

## Operate your own drone show, starting with 100 aircraft. White Crow launches domestic sales of the show-specific aircraft "Swarm X4"

- Published: 2026-08-17T10:43:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000026.000147437.html
- anchor: #n2032610
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社White Crow、Imaxsky社

Facts:
- Starting Aug. 17, 2026
- Held a drone show with 300 aircraft

## [Review campaign] Refined compact design with a reliable shave. Recruiting 10 candid reviewers for the RS-H01, a world-class compact handheld shaver / "ShareFunN"

- Published: 2026-08-17T10:42:32+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000188392.html
- anchor: #n2032611
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社MGC、ShareFunN

Facts:
- Size: 67x54x25mm
- Weight: 114g
- Rotational speed: 8500±300 RPM
- Price: 5,480 yen (tax included)

## "We post job openings, but no one applies." An option for addressing the labor shortage in the transport industry: Specified Skilled Worker status — launching a series of columns systematizing the practicalities of hiring foreign drivers

- Published: 2026-08-17T10:40:40+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001327.000059144.html
- anchor: #n2032612
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社船井総研サプライチェーンコンサルティング

Facts:
- The projected intake for the road transportation sector is up to 24,500 people over 5 years
- Hiring a Specified Skilled Worker driver takes about 10 months from job offer to starting work (entry into Japan)
- It takes a further 4–6 months from entry into Japan to starting to drive

## 株式会社デジタルマイス has signed a "TIB Partner" agreement with Tokyo Innovation Base

- Published: 2026-08-17T10:40:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000188840.html
- anchor: #n2032613
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社デジタルマイス、Tokyo Innovation Base、CES

Facts:
- The agreement was signed in July 2026
- Date and time: September 15, 2026 (Tuesday), 17:00-18:45
- Capacity: 100 people

## [岐阜グランドホテル] Launches the Vow Renewal Plan ~Say Thank You Once More~!

- Published: 2026-08-17T10:38:53+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000230.000111353.html
- anchor: #n2032614
- Companies mentioned: 岐阜グランドホテル、株式会社名鉄ホテルホールディングス、ヒロイン、ときわや、ヒカリカ、サンプロデュース

Facts:
- Price: ¥66,000 for 2 people (tax and service charge included)
- Men's hairstyling ¥3,300
- Men's makeup ¥4,400
- Tuxedo dressing fee ¥16,500 (hair and makeup included)
- Dress dressing fee ¥71,500 (hair and makeup included)
- Tuxedo ¥45,000–
- Dress ¥77,000–
- Fresh flower bouquet and boutonniere ¥8,800–
- Snapshot photos, 20 shots (digital files) ¥27,500