# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-17 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 4 of 7

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 473 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 140 items from 5 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## [LINE Yahoo] Launches “Expert AI,” which lets users access insights from experts participating in “Yahoo!ニュース エキスパート” through conversations with “Agent i”

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:58:16+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001782.000129774.html
- anchor: #n2033599
- Companies mentioned: LINEヤフー株式会社、Yahoo!ニュース、OpenAI

Facts:
- As of August 2026, approximately 1,600 experts are participating
- Service period: Monday, Aug. 17, 2026–Wednesday, Sept. 30

## Shibuya gadget experience space “&count (Encounter)” grand opens

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:56:53+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000054.000110489.html
- anchor: #n2033600
- Companies mentioned: Fastlane Japan株式会社、angrymiao、Aulumu、Beneunder、Blackshark、Coros、Elegoo、Formovie、GameSir、Hollyland、Hypershell、INMO、Laifen、Liberlive、Libernovo、LIBRIDS、LOOI、Monokaro、Nothing、nubia、Of hunger、orulink、Picpak、Plaud、REDMAGIC、RingConn、Rokid、Sharge、Snapmaker、Timekettle、Xbrew、Xreal、xTool

Facts:
- Grand opening date: Thursday, Aug. 20, 2026
- Business hours: 11:00–19:00

## “ANGEL CHAMPAGNE presents 超RIZIN.5 浪速の超復活祭り,” taking place Thursday, Sept. 10, to be livestreamed in full on ABEMA; lavish purchase benefits include a “super early-bird” offer available for 7 days and a “Comeback Support Ticket”

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:50:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003803.000064643.html
- anchor: #n2033601
- Companies mentioned: ABEMA、RIZIN、京セラドーム大阪、ANGEL CHAMPAGNE、PFL、Bellator、RIZINカードコレクション

Facts:
- To be held at 京セラドーム大阪 on Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026
- On sale from 12 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 17, 2026
- Browser: 6,000 yen (tax included)
- App: 6,600 yen (tax included)
- Browser: 6,500 yen (tax included)
- App: 7,200 yen (tax included)
- Browser: 7,000 yen (tax included)
- App: 7,700 yen (tax included)
- Browser: 6,900 yen (tax included)
- App: 7,600 yen (tax included)
- Browser: 7,400 yen (tax included)

## Students take center stage! TECH.C. holds a special esports class planned and run by 2nd-year students in the esports Pro Management major

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:48:16+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000091.000138144.html
- anchor: #n2033602
- Companies mentioned: 東京デザインテクノロジーセンター専門学校、TECH.C.、滋慶学園COMグループ

Facts:
- Employment rate: 100%
- Industry employment rate: 91.2%

## Language-learning app “booco” gets a major revamp, making it easier to keep up with daily study

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:47:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001805.000000888.html
- anchor: #n2033603
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アルク、booco

Facts:
- The “Kikutan” series, with cumulative sales topping 5.3 million copies

## 香港エクスプレス×アーティストKANAKA「自分のリズムに戻る旅 #セルフラブ」キャンペーン始動！

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:47:27+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000186745.html
- anchor: #n2033604
- Companies mentioned: 香港エクスプレス、KANAKA、Netflix、TBS、ASIANFILTER、AirlineRatings、Skytrax、OAG、キャセイグループ

Facts:
- Aug. 17, 2026
- World’s Best Low-Cost Airline (LCC) in 2026
- Named “World’s Most Improved Airline” in 2024
- Serving more than 40 million customers
- A lavish giveaway with prizes for a total of 32 winners
- Prize A: Free round-trip air tickets (2 winners)
- Prize B: Original merchandise (30 winners)
- The sale begins at 11 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 21, 2026 (Japan time)
- Entry period: Monday, Aug. 24, 2026–Sunday, Sept. 6, 2026
- Entry period: Monday, Aug. 24, 2026–2

## Mellow. (メロウドット®), which offers intimate-area “skin care,” renews its long-selling “Intimate Serum.” This beauty emulsion for feminine care uses natural essential oils and moisturizing ingredients to leave skin smooth and protect it from irritation

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:42:15+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000180602.html
- anchor: #n2033522
- Companies mentioned: Mellow.、メロウドット®、株式会社ミリオナ化粧品、伊勢丹新宿店

Facts:
- Capacity: 50ml
- List price: 4,180 yen (tax included)
- From Friday, Sept. 11, 2026

## Breaking the “training never changes behavior” cycle: AI-powered support from expert coaches, “CommStyleAI,” officially launches

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000182627.html
- anchor: #n2033523
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社GENSHI WORKS、CommStyleAI

Facts:
- 1回5分の「専用AIロープレ・診断」
- Ongoing support from expert coaches in a 3-on-1 format
- 少人数セッション（2週に1回・計6回推奨）

## [NIJINアカデミー After-School] Popular VTuber 佐佐咲キキ, with over 300,000 channel subscribers, to draw and connect with elementary and junior high school students! Online drawing-chat event to be held Friday, Aug. 28

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:38:58+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000875.000099150.html
- anchor: #n2033524
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NIJIN、NIJINアカデミー、佐佐咲キキ

Facts:
- Over 300,000 channel subscribers
- August 28, 2026

## 鹿乃まほろ to join VTuber agency Million Production (ミリプロ)! New in-house group ミリプロSONA also established!

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:37:57+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000152339.html
- anchor: #n2033525
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Million Production、Million Production、ミリプロ、ミリプロSONA、Million RECORDS

Facts:
- The agency has 11 talents
- The talents’ YouTube channels have a combined total of 5.14 million subscribers
- Cumulative views: 2.8 billion
- As of August 2026
- Established its own music label, “Million RECORDS,” in April 2026
- 同年5月には初となる事務所全体での3Dオフラインライブ「Million Story」を開催
- Founded on April 1, 2023, with the mission “Maximize potential and soar to new heights”

## [New in July] Custom enamel pin production examples: A roundup of the latest cases!

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:32:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000118109.html
- anchor: #n2033526
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社デザインアンドデベロップメント、PINS FACTORY、埼玉県立富士見高等学校、一般社団法人行田おもてなし観光局、株式会社トライズ、BLACK MOUNTAIN COFFEE by Columbia、株式会社エバルス、朝日大学病院、一般財団法人日伯協会、株式会社阪急交通社、トーテックアメニティ株式会社、福岡国際空港株式会社

Facts:
- Features more than 1,700 enamel pin production examples
- More than 7,800 custom enamel pin designs produced annually

## 研究業界に特化した機器管理システム「リプルア」、文部科学省「先端研究基盤刷新事業（EPOCH）」に参画機関として採択

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:30:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000041456.html
- anchor: #n2033527
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Inner Resource、東海国立大学機構、名古屋工業大学、文部科学省

Facts:
- Date established: June 7, 2017

## カヤック、総務省「ふるさと住民登録制度」モデル自治体の伴走支援・アプリ実証など事務局業務を受託

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:30:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000972.000014685.html
- anchor: #n2033528
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カヤック、総務省、スマウト、まちのコイン

Facts:
- Approximately 1,200 regions in total
- Approximately 98,000 users
- 31 regions in total
- Approximately 189,000 users
- 1,212 registered regions
- Approximately 99,000 registered users
- 17 regions

## [Made with 100% rare, domestically grown sesame] Kuki’s “産地限定三重の金ごま すりごま,” made with golden sesame grown in Mie Prefecture, to launch nationwide on Aug. 17

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000055048.html
- anchor: #n2033535
- Companies mentioned: 九鬼産業株式会社、三重県ゴマ産地化プロジェクト

Facts:
- Launching nationwide from Aug. 17, 2026
- Net weight: 25 g
- Suggested retail price (tax included): 464 yen
- Cultivation area expands to more than 20 ha

## CAC Holdings announces shareholder benefit to mark its 60th anniversary

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000151246.html
- anchor: #n2033534
- Companies mentioned: CAC Holdings、株式会社デジタルプラス

Facts:
- Holders of 100 or more shares of the company’s common stock
- QUO Card Pay worth 1,000 yen
- Capital: 3.702 billion yen

## [First location in the Greater Tokyo Area!] Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Official License Shop to open inside Maruzen Marunouchi Main Store; opening ceremony also to be held Thursday, Aug. 20

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000038.000174790.html
- anchor: #n2033533
- Companies mentioned: 愛知・名古屋アジア・アジアパラ競技大会組織委員会、丸善ジュンク堂書店

Facts:
- 2026
- Thursday, Aug. 20, 2026
- 10:00～10:30
- 9：00～21：00

## サントリーサンバーズ大阪、2026-27シーズンのレプリカユニフォームが箕面市ふるさと納税に登場！

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000225.000122077.html
- anchor: #n2033532
- Companies mentioned: LR株式会社、サントリーサンバーズ大阪、大同生命SVリーグ、楽天ふるさと納税

Facts:
- [Donation amount] 64,000 yen
- Limited to 200 units (while supplies last)
- Season attendance surpasses 100,000

## On sale today: ドクターシーラボ® launches Clinipeel Essence, an exfoliating serum! New web commercial “Exfoliating Serum Clinipeel Essence, Now Available” featuring brand ambassador Hayato Sano also released

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000622.000002961.html
- anchor: #n2033531
- Companies mentioned: ドクターシーラボ®、スターダストプロモーション、TBS

Facts:
- Price: 1,320 yen (tax included)
- Price: 30 mL, 5,500 yen (tax included)
- “Exfoliating Serum Clinipeel Essence, Now Available” (15 seconds)

## Win an Amazon gift card worth 3,000 yen and other prizes in a drawing! CREATIVE VILLAGE, an information site for creators, launches its midsummer giveaway campaign ’26!!

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005014.000003670.html
- anchor: #n2033530
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クリーク・アンド・リバー社、Amazon、CREATIVE VILLAGE

Facts:
- 3 winners
- 2026年8月17日（月）～9月7日（月）23：59まで
- By the end of October 2026

## [JAF Kansai] Holds municipal government and member-benefit facility liaison meeting at 梅田スカイビル

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000007415.000010088.html
- anchor: #n2033529
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人日本自動車連盟、JAF関西本部、梅田スカイビル

Facts:
- 29 companies and other organizations
- 2 local governments
- Presentations from 9 participating companies and organizations

## [Nagoya] <10th anniversary> Enjoy the flavors of autumn all at once! On sale: “Gourmet Parfait for Grown-Ups: Japanese Chestnut Mont Blanc,” made lavishly with fresh grapes and delicately sweet Japanese chestnuts

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:26:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001339.000004975.html
- anchor: #n2033478
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ベストブライダル、ストリングスホテル 名古屋、株式会社ツカダ・グローバルホールディング

Facts:
- 2026年9月11日（金）～11月12日（木）
- 2,860 yen (tax included; 15% service charge not included)
- Gourmet Parfait for Grown-Ups + pasta set plan: 4,500 yen
- Gourmet Parfait for Grown-Ups + pasta + 1 drink set plan: 5,050 yen

## Unicharm launches Frecious Real Craft, a new premium pet food made with wholesome ingredients and nutrients dogs will love, from Frecious

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:24:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000202.000026351.html
- anchor: #n2033479
- Companies mentioned: ユニ・チャーム株式会社、Frecious、Frecious Real Craft

Facts:
- On sale nationwide on September 1, 2026
- The proportion of pet owners who say they want to make their dogs happy through food is also on the rise, reaching approximately 41% of all owners in 2025
- Formulated with high protein※1 to support healthy body development. ※1 Approximately 113% compared with Frecious Adult for Dogs

## [Includes a curry combo plate] Event celebrating the joint release of a new recipe collection by Yukina Abe, owner of “and CURRY,” and a new novel by curry researcher Takenakari (Naoki Takenaka)!

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:23:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000158682.html
- anchor: #n2033480
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社食欲、エムディエヌコーポレーション、かもめブックス、and CURRY

Facts:
- In-person attendance (includes curry and 1 drink): 3,900 yen (tax included)
- Online attendance: 1,650 yen (tax included)
- List price: 1,870 yen (1,700 yen + tax)
- List price: 1,980 yen (1,800 yen before tax)

## “NEXT Innovation Summit 2026 in TOKYO,” a summit for new business leaders, to be held in Kyobashi, Tokyo, on August 28, 2026. Tokai TV Premium Business Service “Edge” confirmed as an exhibitor!

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:20:28+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000611.000012860.html
- anchor: #n2033481
- Companies mentioned: 東海テレビ放送株式会社、Edge、Spready株式会社、株式会社守屋実事務所、株式会社LEO、株式会社チリコンカン、ミスミ、エムアウト、ラクスル、ケアプロ、JR東日本、日本農業、デンソー、豊田合成、エクサウィザーズ

Facts:
- August 28, 2026
- More than 150 videos
- 6-month hands-on curriculum
- More than 10,000 days over 37 years

## Spend Silver Week looking for “Okinawa’s finest”!

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:20:22+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000173092.html
- anchor: #n2033482
- Companies mentioned: 西原町商工会、オキコ株式会社、本然農園、寛尚ファーム、西原ファーム、自家焙煎Café JIJI、Noma_closet、CocoaSalon、峰雲書道院 峰翔支部

Facts:
- 2 days
- 11:00～18:00

## Honami Suzuki to hold events celebrating the release of 2 new books; she will meet with fans on the day she turns 60

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:20:18+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000097.000065430.html
- anchor: #n2033483
- Companies mentioned: 中央公論新社、小学館、Precious、婦人公論

Facts:
- List price: 2,090 yen (tax included)
- List price: 2,420 yen (tax included)
- 四六判・288ページ
- A5 format, 144 pages
- 20 essays

## Victor’s mascot dog Nipper pop-up shop and collaboration cafe return this year at STORY STORY YOKOHAMA

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:20:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000189.000002863.html
- anchor: #n2033484
- Companies mentioned: ビクターエンタテインメント株式会社、株式会社有隣堂、J-WAVE、STORY STORY YOKOHAMA

Facts:
- 【グッズ販売】2026年9月3日(木)～11月4日(水)終了予定
- 【コラボカフェ】2026年9月10日(木)～10月12日(月祝)終了予定
- The public recording will be held on October 4, 2026 (Sun.) inside the “NIPPER POP UP SHOP＆CAFE.”

## Advance applications open for theater screenings of “STRANGER THAN HEAVEN” at Tokyo Game Show 2026; get an early look at music videos featuring unreleased songs

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:19:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000007584.000005397.html
- anchor: #n2033485
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セガ、セガ／アトラス、XBOX、PlayStation®5、Steam、RGGスタジオ、TGS2026

Facts:
- 2026年9月17日（木）から9月21日（月・祝）まで
- Screenings on the public days, September 19 (Sat.)–September 21 (Mon., public holiday)
- Physical edition: ¥9,000 (¥9,900 including tax)
- Collector's Edition: ¥16,364 (¥18,000 including tax)
- Standard Edition: ¥8,173 (¥8,990 including tax)
- Deluxe Edition: ¥10,900 (¥11,990 including tax)

## [Event report] Project brings music to children | Katsushika City, Tokyo

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:18:41+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000115.000157711.html
- anchor: #n2033486
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人日本中小企業経営者協会、一般財団法人100万人のクラシックライブ、株式会社アスカ

Facts:
- For 30 minutes, from 11:00 to 11:30 on August 4, 2026 (Mon.)

## [明治記念館・フォレストテラス明治神宮] Now accepting reservations for the “Special Group Dining Package,” including food and room rental, for everything from family gatherings to anniversary celebrations!

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:13:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000238.000040685.html
- anchor: #n2033374
- Companies mentioned: 明治記念館、フォレストテラス明治神宮、レストランよよぎ

Facts:
- For groups of 4 or more
- Makunouchi meal: 6,000 yen per person (tax and service charge included)
- Shokado meal: 7,500 yen per person (tax and service charge included)
- Lunch mini-course: 8,000 yen per person (tax and service charge included)
- Lunch course: 11,000 yen per person (tax and service charge included)
- Shokado meal: 10,000 yen per person (tax and service charge included)
- Mini-course: 11,000 yen per person (tax and service charge included)
- Course meal: 14,000 yen per person (tax and service charge included)
- Special course meal: 18,000 yen per person (tax and service charge included)

## Visualize traffic and conversions from ChatGPT and Gemini. Launch of an “LLMO Report Template” to measure the impact of LLMO initiatives using GA4 data

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:12:43+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000056364.html
- anchor: #n2033375
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社CALLOSUM、Looker Studio、Google アナリティクス 4 (GA4)、ChatGPT、Gemini、Perplexity、Claude、Copilot、Grok、Manus、Felo、Genspark、DeepSeek

Facts:
- One-time purchase: 38,500 yen (tax included)
- 24 pages

## [SPOTV NOW] Cristiano Ronaldo, Summerhill, Durán and other rising stars join the lineup! “Roshn Saudi League” streaming confirmed for this season!

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:11:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000049.000075946.html
- anchor: #n2033376
- Companies mentioned: SPOTV NOW、アル・ナスル、アル・ヒラル、アル・アハリ、アル・イテハド、アル・リヤド、アル・イテファク、アル・タアーウン、スポルティングCP、ウェストハム、メジャーリーグベースボール、ドジャース、カブス

Facts:
- Opening day: August 14, 2026 (Fri.)
- Live stream: 1 match per round (English commentary)
- Up to 8 MLB games streamed live every day
- Up to 4 games with Japanese commentary

## エミレーツ航空 invites Japanese travel industry representatives to Dubai

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:10:55+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000326.000052636.html
- anchor: #n2033377
- Companies mentioned: エミレーツ航空、ドバイ経済観光庁（DET）、エミレーツ・グループ・セキュリティ、在ドバイ日本国総領事館、ドバイ観光・商務機関（DCTCM）

Facts:
- Narita flights are expected to increase in October 2026, bringing the total number of passenger flights to and from Japan to 4 per 1 day.

## 株式会社intu、埼玉県オープンイノベーションプログラム「Canvas」に採択

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:10:41+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000077204.html
- anchor: #n2033378
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社intu、埼玉県、OECD

Facts:
- Full-scale data collection to begin around April 2026
- In 2022, creative thinking was assessed for the first time across 64 countries and regions

## The key to saving their home planet is “Red Light, Green Light”!? New capture game “Cat Meow-tilation,” featuring an epic battle between fish aliens and cats, launches free on Steam!

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:10:13+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000346.000053399.html
- anchor: #n2033379
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Phoenixx、EASYHUMAN、Valve Corporation

Facts:
- Free release on Steam begins August 17, 2026 (Mon.)

## Rewrite the “laws” of the world with knowledge and inspiration! Word-wielding puzzle adventure “The Apple Looks Up” launches free on Steam

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000344.000053399.html
- anchor: #n2033380
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Phoenixx、EASYHUMAN、Valve Corporation

Facts:
- Available on Steam starting August 17, 2026 (Mon.)
- 天使ミミルから与えられる13の試練
- Players: 1

## 株式会社アセットメント publishes a case study on オリックス・ホテルマネジメント株式会社’s adoption of “Assetment Neo”

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000011447.html
- anchor: #n2033387
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アセットメント、オリックス・ホテルマネジメント株式会社、Assetment Neo

Facts:
- More than 20 facilities operated nationwide
- Approximately 7,000 asset records
- Cumulative adoption: 800 companies and 800,000 people

## Loftwork to hold an interactive exhibition in Shibuya where visitors can talk with “future consumers” imagined through science fiction thinking

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000172.000004703.html
- anchor: #n2033386
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ロフトワーク、MVMNT、FabCafe Tokyo

Facts:
- From Aug. 7, 2026 (Fri.) to Sept. 10 (Thu.)
- From Aug. 20, 2026 (Thu.) to Sept. 10 (Thu.)

## Shimamura Group’s official character “Shimausa” has entered the “NIKKEI Corporate Character General Election 2026”!

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000451.000066095.html
- anchor: #n2033385
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社しまむら、日本経済新聞社

Facts:
- Publication date: Aug. 17, 2026 (Mon.), morning edition of The Nikkei
- Voting period: Aug. 17, 2026 (Mon.)–Sept. 17 (Thu.)

## [Cath Kidston] New releases featuring 2 artworks inspired by ballerinas, under the 2026 AW season theme “Theater Stage,” go on sale Aug. 28 (Fri.)!

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000609.000004775.html
- anchor: #n2033384
- Companies mentioned: Cath Kidston、株式会社スタイリングライフ・ホールディングス

Facts:
- Big Heart Charm, Dancer Ditsy / Ballet Ditsy, 4,950 yen each (tax included)
- Mini Frill Pouch Charm, Dancer Ditsy / Ballet Ditsy, 4,950 yen each (tax included)
- Drawstring Pouch, Dancer Ditsy / Ballet Ditsy, 2,750 yen each (tax included)
- Pleated Frill Scrunchie, Dancer Ditsy / Ballet Ditsy, 3,850 yen each (tax included)
- Tote Bag, Dancer Ditsy, 4,950 yen (tax included)
- Sticker Set, Centre Stage, 1,100 yen (tax included)
- Towel Handkerchief, Dancer Ditsy, 990 yen (tax included)

## [Aug. 22 (Sat.)–24 (Mon.)] Wedding festival confirmed at DRESSY ROOM NAGOYA for couples “having trouble choosing a wedding venue,” with lavish mini pre-wedding photo-shoot perks!

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001153.000021126.html
- anchor: #n2033383
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プラコレ、PLACOLE & DRESSY、DRESSY ROOM、DRESSY CAFE、KITTE名古屋

Facts:
- Limited to 40 couples
- More than 1,700 PLACOLE & DRESSY certified venues across regions nationwide
- Choose from more than 260 designs for an original marriage registration form
- The total number of followers has exceeded 2.5 million
- Total page views have surpassed 2.6 million per month
- Has surpassed 210,000 downloads in total
- Up to 90% OFF

## “A first-class treat for gentlemen” GENDY (ジェンディー) will bring back “The Premium Bitter Caramel Bar ‘Framboise’” as a limited-edition run of 100 boxes, available by advance reservation only, to mark the 10th anniversary of its Aoyama store.

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001735.000016051.html
- anchor: #n2033382
- Companies mentioned: GENDY（ジェンディー）、株式会社シュクレイ、レミーマルタン、デュカスタン

Facts:
- Limited to 100 boxes
- Price: 8,640 yen (tax included)
- Price: 17,280 yen (tax included)
- Price: 5,400 yen (tax included)
- Price: 10,800 yen (including tax)

## Job placement support connecting students with the community: partnership among schools, government and companies supports a future of working in Fukushima

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002156.000032951.html
- anchor: #n2033381
- Companies mentioned: NSGグループ、国際アート＆デザイン大学校、ユースエール認定企業、学校法人国際総合学園

Facts:
- 13 students
- Approximately 100 companies
- A corporate group comprising 101 entities

## ORICO announces a 64GB dual USB flash drive with speeds of up to 400MB/s—compatible with both Type-C and Type-A, slim design, and a 3-year warranty

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:08:13+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000206.000145928.html
- anchor: #n2033388
- Companies mentioned: ORICO、深圳市奥睿科电子商务有限公司

Facts:
- Large-capacity 64GB storage
- High-speed read speeds of up to 400MB/s
- Price after final discount: ￥2,554
- Regular price: ￥6,412
- Effective discount: 40% OFF
- 3-year manufacturer warranty

## Enjoy premium ingredients such as the world’s 三 great delicacies and seafood with “Freshly Made Osechi—Issou (ISSOU)” / The hotel’s first 2-tier sweets box! On sale: “Sweets Box—Ikkei (IKKEI),” a vibrant selection of Japanese and Western-style sweets featuring strawberries, Shine Muscat grapes and Nishio matcha

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:07:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001340.000004975.html
- anchor: #n2033389
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ベストブライダル、ストリングスホテル 名古屋、株式会社ツカダ・グローバルホールディング

Facts:
- Limited to 110
- 27,000 yen
- Limited to 50 cakes
- 10,800 yen
- 35,800 yen when purchased as a set
- 5 pairs, 10 people

## “Window of Prism,” starring Toshihiro Shirakashi, currently in rehearsals!! Cast comments and first-look visuals have arrived

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:05:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003831.000013972.html
- anchor: #n2033390
- Companies mentioned: 合同会社 EVIDENT PROMOTION、ロングランプランニング株式会社、株式会社パーフェクトヴォイス、e-factory、インゴットエンタテイメント、エイベックス・AY・ファクトリー、OFFICE MINAMIKAZE、GOLDEN STEPS、シュルー、Timely office、ディッタシーズ、東宝芸能、ワタナベエンターテインメント

Facts:
- The production will run from Aug. 19, 2026 (Wed.) to Aug. 23, 2026 (Sun.) at Kai-ni Shogekijo B1 (2-8-18 Kitazawa, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo).
- ● Front-row seats (VIP): 11,000 yen
- ● Front seats (S): 8,500 yen
- ● General seats (A): 5,800 yen
- ● U22 seats: 3,800 yen (advance)
- ● Partially obstructed-view A seats: 5,000 yen
- ● Partially obstructed-view U22 seats: 3,000 yen
- ※Admission is also available for the special talk session only (admission for that session alone is 1,000 yen).

## 櫻坂46『Sakurazaka46 ARENA TOUR 2026 -What’s lonesome?-』DAY1＆DAY2の模様を「ABEMA PPV」にて2026年8月29日・30日に生放送決定

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:04:56+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003801.000064643.html
- anchor: #n2033391
- Companies mentioned: 櫻坂46、ABEMA、ABEMA PPV、Seed & Flower合同会社

Facts:
- 4,600 yen (tax included)
- An additional 500 yen handling fee applies

## 川崎市宮前区のまちなかが美術館に！宮前区つながる美術館「つながるみんなのアート展」を開催します！

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:46+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000381.000124454.html
- anchor: #n2033392
- Companies mentioned: 川崎市、川崎市宮前区、アースリングスプロジェクト、川崎信用金庫、城南信用金庫、セレサモス宮前店、ペンギンカフェ、喫茶SUNDAE、三田橋ポケット、川崎市市民ミュージアム、川崎浮世絵ギャラリー

Facts:
- More than 120 artworks in total
- 11 venues in the ward
- Aug. 25 (Tue.)
- Nov. 29 (Sun.)

## LexisNexis to exhibit at the “2026 Intellectual Property and Information Fair & Conference”

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:32+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000124984.html
- anchor: #n2033393
- Companies mentioned: レクシスネクシス・ジャパン株式会社、LexisNexis Intellectual Property Solutions、RELXグループ、LexisNexis

Facts:
- Sept. 16 (Wed.) to 18 (Fri.), 2026
- The 35th 2026 Intellectual Property and Information Fair & Conference
- Capacity: 150

## [Free admission] A summer tradition returns this year: the 26th “響け！みやまえ太鼓ミーティング” will be held on Aug. 22 (Sat.).

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:15+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000380.000124454.html
- anchor: #n2033394
- Companies mentioned: 川崎市、宮前区役所、響け！みやまえ太鼓ミーティング実行委員会、Japaund

Facts:
- 第２６回響け！みやまえ太鼓ミーティング
- Reiwa 8 (2026)
- Capacity: 910 people

## FDX launches “1Day AI Assessment,” which audits operations in 1 day and visualizes AI opportunities and potential savings—assesses up to 100 tasks and delivers a report in 2 business days

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000044.000075594.html
- anchor: #n2033395
- Companies mentioned: FDX株式会社、アローサル・テクノロジー株式会社、商工中金

Facts:
- Price: 100,000 yen (excluding tax)
- Companies with 100 or more employees
- Limited to 5 companies per month
- 64.9% of companies leave generative AI use to individuals
- 150 companies have adopted it
- Cumulative enrollment in AI reskilling courses has exceeded 30,000 people
- Employees: 20
- Capital: 100 million yen

## The fastest-selected restaurant in the Tonkatsu 100 Famous Restaurants list makes its grand opening in the heart of Harajuku with a tonkatsu course of more than 15 dishes, ending with ramen

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000155297.html
- anchor: #n2033396
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社GAVRIFOOD、東京とんかつ がぶう 原宿店、東京とんかつ がぶう 上野御徒町店、食べログ、COEDO

Facts:
- ¥14,850 (tax included)
- Approximately 700g total weight
- Regular price: 1,080 yen (tax included)
- 1,000 bottles
- Equivalent to a total value of 1.08 million yen

## ゴールドキャスト launches a new management structure. The company is accelerating the creation of new value in casting with a change of representative director and a transition to a 4-member leadership team

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000186058.html
- anchor: #n2033397
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社GOLDCAST、ゴールドキャスト

Facts:
- Our company marks its 20th anniversary this year
- Before I knew it, I had reached my 15th year

## “R Channel” to livestream all matches of the “Hulic Cup 6th Hakurei Championship Seven-Game Match”

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002678.000005889.html
- anchor: #n2033398
- Companies mentioned: 楽天グループ株式会社、ヒューリック株式会社、公益社団法人日本将棋連盟

Facts:
- A total of 100,000 “Rakuten Points” will be awarded
- Winner’s prize: 40 million yen

## “UECHIYA CAFÉ” records its highest sales at the Washita Shop Kokusai-dori store! “White despite being made with black sugar”: Chura Fuwa Cream Zenzai made with Okinawa-grown wasanbon sugar

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000187795.html
- anchor: #n2033518
- Companies mentioned: わなきお販店株式会社、有限会社上地屋、UECHIYA CAFÉ

Facts:
- Okinawa-grown black sugar flavor: 1,000 yen
- Miyako Island-grown hibiscus flavor: 1,280 yen
- Fukuoka-grown Yame matcha flavor: 1,480 yen
- Miyako Island-grown hibiscus tea (sweetened/unsweetened): 600 yen
- Miyako Island-grown hibiscus soda: 600 yen
- Miyako Island-grown milk hibiscus: 700 yen

## Chise becomes the first muse for Chiiino Chino! A sublime OFF experience with new skincare

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000133955.html
- anchor: #n2033517
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KIWAMI WELLNESS、Chiiino Chino

Facts:
- Price / contents: 1,100 yen (tax included) / 10 sheets
- Price / contents: 2,500 yen (tax included) / 30ml
- Contents: 1,100 yen (tax included) / 10 sheets
- Contents: 2,500 yen (tax included) / 30ml

## All genres, all concepts! New web manga label “MANGABU!” launches, bringing together works with distinctive styles, with 15 series launching simultaneously

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000177050.html
- anchor: #n2033516
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファムエンタテイメント、ファムグループ、マッシュグループ

Facts:
- 15 new series launch simultaneously
- The new web manga label “MANGABU!” launches its service on Monday, August 17, 2026
- Established in May 2025

## A new offering from 東亜新薬 M&H lab. “OUCA lite,” a butyrate supplement and new daily habit to help balance your foundation, launches Monday, August 17, 2026

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000136446.html
- anchor: #n2033515
- Companies mentioned: 東亜新薬株式会社、M&H lab

Facts:
- Regular price: 11,880 yen (tax included)
- Subscription price: 10,800 yen (tax included)
- 1 box: 30 capsules (15 capsules × 2 bags)

## BlogWatcher’s “Store Visit Measurement API” implemented in SmartNews Ads’ “Store Visit Measurement Feature,” enabling visualization of the impact of in-store visits following exposure to online ads

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000186165.html
- anchor: #n2033514
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ブログウォッチャー、スマートニュース株式会社

Facts:
- Established: April 2007

## Entries open for the “Healthtech Summit 2026” pitch contest!

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000187075.html
- anchor: #n2033513
- Companies mentioned: Healthtech Summit運営委員会、アルフレッサ株式会社

Facts:
- Prize money: 1 million yen
- Admission: In-person attendance, 50,000 yen
- Early-bird price: 30,000 yen

## 雨ニモマケズ高等学校 and デジタルハリウッド大学 現実科学研究所 to hold a press conference on their joint research project on Wednesday, August 26

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000174579.html
- anchor: #n2033512
- Companies mentioned: 雨ニモマケズ高等学校、デジタルハリウッド大学、現実科学研究所、学校法人幸和学園、株式会社Wick

Facts:
- Established by デジタルハリウッド大学 on July 31, 2026
- August 26, 2026 (Wednesday), 12:00–13:00

## New service “ｂJAMP®ウレール” launches to help companies grow sales! Sellers wanted to expand their corporate business through a B2B marketplace!

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000152488.html
- anchor: #n2033511
- Companies mentioned: 時事通信ビジネスサポート株式会社、bJAMP®ウレール

Facts:
- ｂJAMP membership fee = 5,500 yen per month (tax included) and up
- 4.5% of the transaction amount
- 6.6％

## VTuber事務所「のなめぷろだくしょん」3期生として「蒼瀬紫音」「姫崎クト」「すず音」の3名が新たに所属！3期生は4名体制へ

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000167589.html
- anchor: #n2033510
- Companies mentioned: のなめぷろだくしょん、SAZARE株式会社

Facts:
- Joined in March 2026
- Membership debut livestream to be held on Monday, August 17
- 19:00より

## 【Yamanashi City】Easy to join via the official LINE account! The “いろあふれるし、山梨市。まち歩きスタンプラリー” stamp rally, with local specialties and gift certificates up for grabs, starts today, August 17 (Monday)

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000118461.html
- anchor: #n2033509
- Companies mentioned: 山梨市、山梨市役所、LINE

Facts:
- Starting Monday, Aug. 17, 2026
- Through Monday, Nov. 30
- Participation fee: free

## Campaign marks the 3rd anniversary of the sleep certification “Sleep Planner”

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000124388.html
- anchor: #n2033508
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人ブレインヘルスラボ、東京家政大学、スタンフォード大学医学部

Facts:
- Only 79.6% feel they get sufficient rest through sleep
- Price: ¥33,000 (tax included)
- ¥29,700 (tax included)
- Supervised by a total of 12 doctors and experts
- Evidence | 105 items
- Videos | 46
- Text | 255 pages

## September 15 in Kanazawa | Get a handle on your company’s strengths and grow sales! “Business Planning Seminar for Growing Your Business”

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000185738.html
- anchor: #n2033507
- Companies mentioned: 金沢商工会議所、となりのコンサルティング

Facts:
- Capacity: 15 people
- Nonmembers: 6,600 yen

## AREA begins distributing Danish children’s furniture brand “Oliver Furniture” in Japan

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000107588.html
- anchor: #n2033506
- Companies mentioned: AREA、株式会社NODA Japan、Oliver Furniture、Søren Rørbæk

Facts:
- September 17, 2026

## 株式会社イーマ・サウンド and 株式会社エバートロン to explore new fields through joint research focused on sound, vibration and water molecules

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000029305.html
- anchor: #n2033505
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イーマ・サウンド、株式会社エバートロン

## 高石自動車スクール holds its “10th Children’s Company Tour,” with a record-high total of 50 participants; special program welcomes 大阪エヴェッサ player Yoshinari Uematsu as a guest for the first time

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000095948.html
- anchor: #n2033504
- Companies mentioned: 高石自動車スクール、大阪エヴェッサ

Facts:
- A record-high total of 50 participants
- 10th Children’s Company Tour
- August 10, 2026

## AI・LIVEコマース・M&A──注目ブランドとEC業界のトップランナーが集結『ECオタクカンファレンスv2.』9月11日開催｜ECの変化に追いつくための1日

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000093194.html
- anchor: #n2033503
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コマースファクトリー、株式会社アルビオン、Channel Corporation、株式会社ラクダ、シープラッツ株式会社、レバレジーズM&Aアドバイザリー株式会社、MOON-X株式会社、ECフルスタックパートナー、株式会社GROOVE、株式会社Wacworks、イルミルド株式会社、武内製薬株式会社、株式会社Cellest、Bytedance Japan

Facts:
- Capacity: 100 people
- E-commerce support providers: 11,000 yen

## ヴェルク株式会社 signs a framework agreement for an educational assessment AI initiative promoted by the OECD Directorate for Education and Skills

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000006719.html
- anchor: #n2033502
- Companies mentioned: ヴェルク株式会社、OECD、経済協力開発機構、Directorate for Education and Skills、PISA、Programme for International Student Assessment、VELC Inc.

Facts:
- Founded: December 28, 2010
- Capital: ¥8 million

## Workspace reservation service “WORKUS” partners with “ZXY,” a satellite office service for businesses

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000074885.html
- anchor: #n2033501
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オファーズ、ソフトバンク株式会社、株式会社ザイマックスグループ、WORKUS、ZXY

Facts:
- 287 of the ZXY locations nationwide
- Approximately 1,230 locations nationwide
- About 100 brands
- July 27, 2026

## CaseMatch files a patent application for technology that evaluates talent based on its own proprietary context in talent intelligence

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000027.000142340.html
- anchor: #n2033500
- Companies mentioned: CaseMatch株式会社、ARTZ国際特許商標事務所

Facts:
- 25,000 registered users
- 75 client companies
- 150,000 cumulative AI interview takers

## “Nikka Highball Paradise,” an interactive event where you can create a drink to suit your taste, to be held

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000027.000164727.html
- anchor: #n2033499
- Companies mentioned: ニッカウヰスキー、インターコンチネンタル札幌、IHGホテルズ＆リゾーツ、インターコンチネンタル ホテルズ＆リゾーツ、株式会社CN International

Facts:
- More than 4,000 combinations with the Standard Plan
- More than 6,000 combinations with the Premium Plan
- More than 1,500 combinations
- スタンダード｜4,500円／1名様
- プレミアム｜8,500円／1名様
- 242 properties in more than 70 countries worldwide
- With 77,027 rooms
- More than 7,000 hotels open and operating
- More than 1 million rooms
- A development pipeline of more than 2,300 hotels
- 400,000 employees

## KISOCAREの大人気フェイスマスクに新成分が2種登場！2026年8月28日(金)17時～Qoo10にて先行発売！

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000036.000126980.html
- anchor: #n2033498
- Companies mentioned: KISOCARE、株式会社基礎化粧品研究所、Qoo10、Amazon、楽天市場、ヤフーショッピング

Facts:
- Price: 220 yen (tax included)

## 清水エスパルス opens its first-ever public recruitment for academy-related positions

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000042.000044192.html
- anchor: #n2033497
- Companies mentioned: HALF TIME株式会社、清水エスパルス、株式会社エスパルス

Facts:
- Approximately 30,000 registered users to date
- Approximately 1,500 job openings listed

## Data Stadium, 博報堂テクノロジーズ and 東北大学 Graduate School of Biomedical Engineering launch joint research on “fatigue and recovery” using sports data

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000043.000012766.html
- anchor: #n2033496
- Companies mentioned: データスタジアム株式会社、博報堂テクノロジーズ、東北大学

Facts:
- 東北大学 was recognized in 2024 as the first University for International Research Excellence

## 【相続実務アカデミー】Latest explanatory video now available: “How to Gather Specific Documents Needed for Land Valuation”

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000043.000015160.html
- anchor: #n2033495
- Companies mentioned: 税理士法人チェスター、相続実務アカデミー、ZENRIN GISパッケージ 税理士

Facts:
- More than 19,000 inheritance tax returns filed to date
- More than 3,000 annually
- Operates 21 locations nationwide
- More than 500 employees, including those at group companies

## All 31 official remixes of globe’s “Love again” released by SURF Music

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000055.000118440.html
- anchor: #n2033494
- Companies mentioned: SURF Music、globe、TK SONGS RESPECT PROJECT、Netflix、Spotify、Apple Music

Facts:
- All 31 official remixes
- globe’s 30th anniversary
- Over about 7 months
- About 40,000 users

## SORAMICHI launches an “AI-Ready” data platform service providing end-to-end support, from strategy development to implementation and operations

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000061.000085497.html
- anchor: #n2033493
- Companies mentioned: SORAMICHI、Snowflake、Databricks、dbt、Fivetran、Airbyte、trocco、Tableau、Looker、Power BI、OpenAI、Anthropic、Gemini、Braze、KARTE、Salesforce、IDC Japan、KARTE資格者数国内No.1、プレイド社、Innovative CX Partner

Facts:
- Japan’s generative AI market is projected to grow at an annual average rate of 84.4% from 2023 to 2028
- The market is projected to reach about ¥800 billion by 2028

## 「子どもたちの命を守ることは、保育に携わる私たちの最も重要な使命」～社会福祉法人絆友会、全園で毎月の避難訓練を実施～

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000070.000163501.html
- anchor: #n2033492
- Companies mentioned: 社会福祉法人絆友会、うきま絆第二保育園、うきま絆保育園、たばた絆保育園、おうじ絆保育園、たじま絆保育園

Facts:
- たばた絆保育園 provides care for children aged 0–2

## New launch: “No.551 CUT VANGUARD Oil-Slim,” a durable, lightweight cut-resistant glove

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000072.000071673.html
- anchor: #n2033491
- Companies mentioned: ショーワグローブ株式会社

Facts:
- To be launched in August 2026
- 21-gauge knit

## “The latest trends in case conferences! What are online case conferences really like?” to be held at 13:00 on Thursday, 8/20

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000074.000046248.html
- anchor: #n2033490
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エムネス、LOOKREC、LOOKREC conferene edition

Facts:
- Used by more than 2,000 medical institutions (as of July 2026)

## New web manga label “MANGABU!” launches, powered by “コミチ＋”!

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000075.000041778.html
- anchor: #n2033489
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コミチ、株式会社ファムエンタテイメント、秋田書店、白泉社、竹書房、早川書房、小学館、集英社

Facts:
- The web manga magazine operated on “コミチ＋” achieved 100 million monthly page views in about 3 years

## 株式会社パレットグループ、 マイリトルポニー ナイトメアナイト -003-JP を取り扱い開始

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000082.000152399.html
- anchor: #n2033488
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社パレットグループ、トレカ商事カンパニー、マイリトルポニー

Facts:
- 1BOX 4,400円（税込）
- Capital: 100 million yen

## 株式会社dotD publishes an interview case study with 日本電気株式会社 (NEC)

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000088.000060864.html
- anchor: #n2033487
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社dotD、日本電気株式会社、NEC

Facts:
- The initiative began as a co-creation project in May 2025
- In November 2025, the “Musha Shugyo Program,” under which NEC employees are seconded to dotD, was launched
- 半年間の出向を通じて

## KiiiKiii makes its first appearance on FM NACK5’s “ALL The Feels”! A playlist revealing the members’ true selves, from “Roots” to “SUMMER,” will air over 4 consecutive nights!

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000090.000123797.html
- anchor: #n2033473
- Companies mentioned: KiiiKiii、FM NACK5、ALL The Feels

Facts:
- Over 4 days in mid-August 2026
- 23:00～23:30

## [HGPI Kidney Disease Project] Releases a survey report, “Interview Survey to Understand the Current State and Challenges of Interdepartmental Collaboration in CKD Care,” and policy recommendations, “Toward Sound Policy Implementation for the Early Detection and Early Intervention of CKD”

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000097.000007152.html
- anchor: #n2033472
- Companies mentioned: 特定非営利活動法人 日本医療政策機構、HGPI

Facts:
- 800 million people worldwide affected
- 1 in 5 adults in Japan is affected
- June 30, 2026
- July 31, 2026
- Established in 2004

## Are people who “aren’t interested in romance” more likely to choose “a relationship with marriage in mind”? — A new approach to building relationships from Yoitoki (Yoitoki)

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000108.000175846.html
- anchor: #n2033471
- Companies mentioned: OLA PARTY JAPAN株式会社、明治安田総合研究所

Facts:
- 76.3% of unmarried people said they are “not currently in a relationship”
- Among unmarried people, 49.5% said they were “interested” in romance and dating
- 47.2% said they would consider marriage if they entered a relationship
- Marriage intentions among unmarried people overall fell to 36.8%

## Real estate crowdfunding “FunFund” opens subscriptions for Fund No. 16

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000109.000068760.html
- anchor: #n2033470
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フロンティアハウス、FunFund

Facts:
- Target fundraising amount: ¥30 million
- Expected yield: 10.0% (annual)
- Investment period: planned for 5 months
- Investments from ¥10,000

## レスポートサック初の「チャームカスタムイベント」表参道店で8/21(金)から3日間限定開催！

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000115.000018334.html
- anchor: #n2033469
- Companies mentioned: レスポートサック、LeSportsac

Facts:
- Purchases of ¥10,000 or more (tax included)
- For every ¥5,000 spent (tax included)
- Available in all 16 designs

## Sanipak’s official character “Sunny the Seagull” enters the NIKKEI Corporate Character Election 2026!

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000121.000052961.html
- anchor: #n2033468
- Companies mentioned: 日本サニパック株式会社、日本経済新聞社、伊藤忠商事株式会社

Facts:
- NIKKEI Corporate Character Election 2026
- Voting period: August 17 (Monday)–September 17 (Thursday)

## Z Venture Capital and Global Innovation Labs launch a strategic business partnership

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000129.000041941.html
- anchor: #n2033467
- Companies mentioned: Z Venture Capital、Global Innovation Labs、SRI、LINEヤフー、Intuitive Surgical、Microsoft、Nuance、LeoLabs

Facts:
- Nuance, a speech recognition and conversational AI company, was acquired by Microsoft for about $19.7 billion (about ¥3 trillion)

## “Ponpon Charm” from “mezzo piano” arrives as a capsule toy!

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000130.000061831.html
- anchor: #n2033466
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エイコー、株式会社ナルミヤ・インターナショナル、NARUMIYA INTERNATIONAL CO., LTD.

Facts:
- 価格：1回400円(税込)

## 【8/26無料オンラインセミナー】野村総合研究所の統合レポート2025を「圏論アプローチ」で読み解く

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000138.000080272.html
- anchor: #n2033465
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ソーシャルインパクト・リサーチ、野村総合研究所、NRI

Facts:
- Investment in recruitment
- Enhancing workforce capabilities
- Engagement, D&I, etc.
- Total
- Revenue from business platforms that contribute to an optimal society
- Revenue from safety and security-related businesses that support a strong and resilient society
- Investment to create and accumulate intellectual capital
- 2020年3月期比で91.2％削減
- Renewable energy usage rate: 97.8%

## CoeFont begins a demonstration of its AI interpretation service “CoeFont Interpreter” at Hiroshima Airport

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000139.000078329.html
- anchor: #n2033464
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社CoeFont、広島国際空港株式会社

Facts:
- Supported languages: 15

## 【ムーミン】新登場！リトルミイと家族・きょうだいたちの温かな物語を繊細なアート刺繍で表現。約80gの軽やかさと、ミニショルダー＆トートで使える2WAY仕様を叶えた、お出かけにぴったりのバッグ

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000142.000032942.html
- anchor: #n2033463
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ティ・ツウ・オー、moomin、ムーミン

Facts:
- Lightweight feel at about 80g
- About 1.3L
- ¥4,620 (tax included)
- ¥10,000,000

## 1 month until TGS2026! 30th anniversary special website opens today!

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000155.000013057.html
- anchor: #n2033462
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人コンピュータエンターテインメント協会、CESA、Twitch、Razer、キユーピーのたまご、SBペイメントサービス株式会社、LINEヤフー株式会社、てれびげーむマガジン

Facts:
- From the first Tokyo Game Show in 1996 to the present
- “Family Game Park 2026” will run for 3 days, from September 19 to 21, the TGS2026 public days
- 本日8月17日（月）19:00より、第1回が配信予定です。

## Nealle, operator of “Park Direct,” co-founds the “Product Engineering Conference”

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000159.000045188.html
- anchor: #n2033461
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニーリー、アセンド株式会社、株式会社hacomono、株式会社Helpfeel

Facts:
- Capital: ¥8,802 million (as of the end of September 2024; includes capital reserves)

## Pro esports team “REIGNITE” to host the new “REIGNITE GRAND LEAGUE” for “Apex Legends”!

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000161.000077629.html
- anchor: #n2033460
- Companies mentioned: REIGNITE、株式会社コアテック、Electronic Arts（EA）、Apex Legends

Facts:
- Total season prize pool: ¥1 million
- Total qualifying league prize pool: ¥120,000
- 100 million total players
- Total prize pool of ¥300 million