# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-18 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 4 of 10

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 881 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 93 items from 5 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Limited-edition T-shirts featuring “Toy Story” designs are here from AS KNOW AS plus ♪

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:55:22+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000178153.html
- anchor: #n2056148
- Companies mentioned: AS KNOW AS plus、ZOZOTOWN、Rakuten Fashion、ディズニー＆ピクサー、株式会社アズノゥアズ

Facts:
- ¥2,720 (tax-included price: ¥2,992)
- 23 locations nationwide

## “志目録,” an interview media outlet highlighting the aspirations of small and midsize business leaders in Hamamatsu and Shizuoka, officially launches

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000186436.html
- anchor: #n2056153
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社BELIFE、滝沢サウナ・鷲沢サウナ、ELC浜松(インドアゴルフ)、Billie Jean King cafe、PLAX（パーソナルジム）、焼肉 樂、福世オートサービス、クオーレ鍼灸院、常葉大学

Facts:
- Interviews conducted with 8 people from a variety of fields
- Ongoing publication at a pace of 1–3 articles per month
- Since its establishment in 2022

## [Mie—Ise] The 32nd Kuru Fuku Maneki Neko Festival to be held at Okage Yokocho, featuring works by lucky cat artists from across Japan and events to bring good fortune

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000123773.html
- anchor: #n2056152
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社伊勢福、伊勢神宮、日本記念日協会

Facts:
- Event period: September 19 (Sat.)–September 29 (Tue.), 2026
- September 29 is read as “Kuru Fuku”
- “The 32nd Kuru Fuku Maneki Neko Festival”
- Launched in 1995
- Awarded to 929 visitors
- More than 50 shops line the streets
- About 5 million tourists visit each year

## The vertical short-form video asset service DeLMO has surpassed 200,000 video assets!

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000048.000055269.html
- anchor: #n2056151
- Companies mentioned: identify株式会社、DeLMO、TikTok、Pangle、YouTube shorts、Facebook、Instagram

Facts:
- The number of video assets has surpassed 200,000
- Collected in as little as 1 minute
- Founded in July 2017

## フジオイル アジア streamlines product information management and cuts lead times by 10–15% with Centric PXM

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000085.000040168.html
- anchor: #n2056150
- Companies mentioned: フジオイル アジア、Fuji Oil Asia Pte. Ltd.、不二製油株式会社、Centric Software、Centric Software, Inc.、Dassault Systèmes、Contentserv

Facts:
- Cuts lead times by 10–15%
- Oversees raw material procurement, sales and application development at 11 group companies
- The group operates through 35 companies in 15 countries worldwide
- Increases productivity by up to 50%
- Cuts time to market by 60%

## X campaigns in the media sector had the lowest median repost count at 7,350, one-third that of other industries

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000116.000026754.html
- anchor: #n2056149
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社hashout、SocialReport、Amazon

Facts:
- Median repost count: 7,350
- Other industries (median: 22,158)
- It was found to be the lowest level among the industries.
- Median impressions (426,407; 0.82 times that of other industries)
- Median repost count: 6,967
- Median: 6,011
- Plans start at 39,800 yen per month

## For families who want to keep enjoying summer. O Park Ogose’s “Staggered Summer Vacation” is a great-value accommodation plan that includes free meals for children.

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:48:10+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001453.000034897.html
- anchor: #n2056154
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社温泉道道、BIO-RESORT HOTEL&SPA O Park OGOSE、株式会社ONDOホールディングス、株式会社温泉道場、株式会社Kii company、株式会社さかなと、株式会社埼玉武蔵ヒートベアーズ

Facts:
- The meal cost, normally ¥3,000 per person for 2 meals (tax included), will be
- Dinner and breakfast are free for up to 2 elementary school-aged children
- Sales start date: From August 18, 2026
- Eligible stay period: September 1–September 30, 2026

## [Courses eligible for the Education and Training Benefits System designated by the Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare] 3 BBT大学 certificate programs newly designated as “Specialized General Education and Training” courses

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:47:56+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000443.000059894.html
- anchor: #n2056155
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Aoba-BBT、ビジネス・ブレークスルー大学、BBT大学、タイムズコア

Facts:
- Up to 50% of tuition
- Up to ¥181,500
- Tuition: ¥363,000
- All 151 courses

## Community support for earthquake damage caused by the “Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake”

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:46:46+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000208.000112940.html
- anchor: #n2056156
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アイシン

Facts:
- City offices in Kumamoto Prefecture (4 cities)
- Town offices (2 towns)

## [Event on Aug. 26 (Wed.)] Break free from salary competition! Learn the secrets of “purpose-driven hiring” that supported business expansion to 250 stores nationwide with a workforce that is 99% women!

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:46:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000389.000020775.html
- anchor: #n2056157
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社LOIVE、Mission'S

Facts:
- 250 stores nationwide
- More than 1,300 employees
- Women make up 99% of employees
- New participants: ¥5,500 (tax included)
- Mission'S participants: ¥3,300 (tax included)
- Capacity: 30 participants (first come, first served)

## Logics, a core system specializing in the transport industry, obtains its second patent

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:45:28+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000113.000071415.html
- anchor: #n2056158
- Companies mentioned: アセンド株式会社、JILS、運輸デジタルビジネス協議会、全日本トラック協会、国土交通省

Facts:
- Patent No. 7892303
- July 10, 2026
- Transportation costs have risen by 5% or more
- An increase of 10% or more
- 60.1%
- 27.3%
- 35.2%
- 16.1%
- ¥1.1 billion
- ¥1.8 billion
- 14億2,389万円
- 52 people

## Can you hear earthquake and typhoon evacuation alerts? Experience “hearing in an emergency” in Nakameguro

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:43:49+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000163550.html
- anchor: #n2055988
- Companies mentioned: ヒヤリング・ディストリビュータ・ジャパン株式会社、オーディオ・ノバ

Facts:
- Operates 50 stores nationwide
- Experience begins: From September 1 (Tue.), 2026
- Business hours: 9:30–18:00 (closed Sundays and public holidays)
- Phone: 03-5724-3583

## Tackling the local “shortage of engineers” with a robot contest: ROX 2026 to be held September 4 (Fri.) and 5 (Sat.)

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:41:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000055.000147112.html
- anchor: #n2055989
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社モルテン、NOK株式会社、岡野バルブ製造株式会社、株式会社ドーワテクノス、フクシマガリレイ株式会社、株式会社三井住友銀行、株式会社ソミックマネージメントホールディングス、株式会社中国新聞社、オタフクソース株式会社、株式会社ますやみそ、株式会社ソニー・インタラクティブエンタテイメント

Facts:
- The number of participating partners has grown to 10 companies
- The number of people employed in the information and communications industry increased by 100,000 from the previous year
- The number of people employed in manufacturing fell by 130,000
- 62.3% of students hope to find work locally (including through U-turn moves)
- The winning team will receive ¥200,000 in prize money
- Employees: 674 (standalone), 3,100 (entire group, including overseas operations) (as of September 2025)
- Capital: ¥316.14 million

## Saison Technology announces progress on sleep-tech adoption in conjunction with “Autumn Sleep Day” — sleep tests led 67.6% of participants to begin full-scale treatment

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:40:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000126.000118454.html
- anchor: #n2055991
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セゾンテクノロジー、株式会社S'UIMIN

Facts:
- Unrecognized risks, including sleep apnea syndrome, were detected early in 27.6% of cases

## metropolitana Money Seminar “Building assets without overdoing it, for the laid-back: How to protect and grow your money without panic amid rising prices” [Registration open]

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:40:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002100.000022608.html
- anchor: #n2055990
- Companies mentioned: metropolitana、産経新聞社、FP Office

Facts:
- More than 1,500 consultations to date
- 30 people per session

## COHINA’s first-ever CONVERSE collaboration item is here!

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:39:55+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000075.000149154.html
- anchor: #n2055992
- Companies mentioned: COHINA、CONVERSE、株式会社EGBA、Casa COHINA Aoyama、ZOZOTOWN、STRATA、主婦の友社

Facts:
- [Special page launch] August 16 (Sun.), 2026
- [Release date and time] August 19 (Wed.), 2026, 20:00
- ¥8,800, tax included
- Instagram followers topped 220,000 as of August 2026
- COHINA director. Height: 148cm
- Founded in 1908 in Massachusetts, U.S., by Marquis M. Converse

## Expand 二 subsidy programs to support more families

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:39:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000041.000083529.html
- anchor: #n2055993
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人ゴールドリボン・ネットワーク

Facts:
- Approximately 1,400 cases in total
- Approximately 190 million yen in total
- 28.05 million yen
- Annual income below 7 million yen
- Income below 4.5 million yen
- 年間10〜70万円
- 年間15〜70万円
- Grant amount: 100,000 yen

## ターキッシュ エアラインズ launches new service to Chengdu, China

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:37:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000160.000030426.html
- anchor: #n2055994
- Companies mentioned: ターキッシュ エアラインズ、ボーイング、スターアライアンス、エーゲ航空、エア・カナダ、中国国際航空、エアインディア、ニュージーランド航空、ANA、アシアナ航空、ITAエアウェイズ、オーストリア航空、アビアンカ航空、ブリュッセル航空、コパ航空、クロアチア航空、エジプト航空、エチオピア航空、エバー航空、LOTポーランド航空、ルフトハンザドイツ航空、シンセン航空、シンガポール航空、南アフリカ航空、スイスインターナショナルエアラインズ、TAP ポルトガル航空、タイ国際航空、ユナイテッド航空、上海吉祥航空

Facts:
- The service will offer a total of 300 seats: 30 in business class and 270 in economy class
- Chengdu, home to more than 21 million people
- Economy-class fares from Istanbul start at USD 540
- Business-class fares start at USD 1,991
- Owns 556 aircraft (passenger and cargo)
- 358 airports in 133 countries worldwide
- 305 international routes
- 53 domestic routes
- 190 countries worldwide

## South Korean lifestyle platform Ohouse significantly expands payment options! Shopping is now even smoother with support for 楽天ペイ, Apple Pay and メルペイ

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:36:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000029.000103735.html
- anchor: #n2055995
- Companies mentioned: Ohouse、楽天ペイ、Apple Pay、メルペイ、メルカリ、株式会社Bucketplace Japan

Facts:
- Surpassed 30 million downloads in Korea
- Reached 1 million downloads after launching in 2022
- More than 68,000 pieces of content in total
- More than 15,000 products available through e-commerce

## Event report: “Summer Gathering of Decision-Makers” held in Ariake on 7/29 | Approximately 300 decision-makers and business executives attended, drawing 3 times the advance capacity

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:34:56+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000421.000015335.html
- anchor: #n2055996
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オンリーストーリー、株式会社イプロス、アライドアーキテクツ、株式会社ウィルオブ・ワーク、株式会社グローバルジャパンネットワーク、スイセイ

Facts:
- Approximately 300 decision-makers and business executives attended
- Advance capacity: 100 people

## 4 cities and 6 universities in the Tama region join forces to support students’ desire to take on challenges; applications open for the “Tama Business Design Camp 2026” [Deadline: August 24 (Monday), 1 p.m.]

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:34:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000293.000126851.html
- anchor: #n2055997
- Companies mentioned: 国立市、八王子市、立川市、日野市、一橋大学、武蔵野美術大学、帝京大学、明星大学、東京農工大学、中央大学グローバルアントレプレナーシップ教育推進委員会

Facts:
- 20 camp participants
- First-round selection workshop capacity: 40 people
- Application deadline: August 24 (Monday), 1 p.m.

## “World Heritage Site Nijo Castle Yoga” event

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:33:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000181918.html
- anchor: #n2055998
- Companies mentioned: 京都市、ユネスコ、元離宮二条城

Facts:
- 100 people per day
- 中学生以上 ２，０００円
- Yoga mats available to rent for an additional 500 yen per person

## [Ticket shop J・market] Announces July 2026 rankings of ticket inquiries

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:52+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000181020.html
- anchor: #n2055999
- Companies mentioned: コスミック流通産業株式会社、J・market、東日本旅客鉄道、JAL、日本航空、ANA、全日空、アシックス

Facts:
- QUO Card (gift) 2,000 yen
- QUO Card (gift) 3,000 yen
- QUO Card (gift) 10,000 yen
- 東日本旅客鉄道 shareholder discount voucher
- JAL travel voucher: 10,000 yen
- JAL (日本航空) shareholder benefit voucher
- ANA (全日空) shareholder benefit voucher
- アシックス shareholder benefit: 25% discount

## Now accepting orders for TV anime Attack on Titan aurora acrylic stands, motif and dialogue dog tags, glitter can badges 2-piece set vol. 2, and more, at AMNIBUS, which sells original anime and manga merchandise

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009443.000016064.html
- anchor: #n2056000
- Companies mentioned: AMNIBUS、株式会社アルマビアンカ、株式会社arma bianca

Facts:
- 1,650 yen each (tax included)
- ￥1,320 each (including tax)
- 1,210 yen each (tax included)
- ￥990 each (including tax)
- ¥385 each (tax included)

## A spectacular performance!! “台湾發祭 2026”

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:40+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000024.000155702.html
- anchor: #n2056001
- Companies mentioned: 台湾發祭実行委員会、福来物産有限会社、台日文化交流基金、株式会社 MATAHARI、360WORLD 合同会社

Facts:
- August 28 (Friday)–30 (Sunday), 2026
- Time: 11:00–20:00

## Long-established Japanese confectionery shop 亀屋万年堂, founded in 1938, adopts gourmet-focused influencer platform ユニット. Successfully attracts new younger customers with posts achieving an engagement rate of approximately 70%

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:10+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000105299.html
- anchor: #n2056002
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社UNIT、亀屋万年堂、ユニット

Facts:
- Engagement rate: approximately 70%
- Engagement rate: 69.65%
- Also recorded the highest number of comments, with 154
- Applications received from a total of 30 influencers
- Issues tickets up to 4 times per month
- From 30,000 yen per month

## Sales role-play AI tool “amptalk coach” begins deployment for Nissan Motor’s nationwide dealerships

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000070.000084890.html
- anchor: #n2056003
- Companies mentioned: amptalk株式会社、日産自動車株式会社

Facts:
- 111 companies and approximately 2,000 stores nationwide

## Launches “Gacha Regi,” an electronic cash register app available for 0 yen per month

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000042832.html
- anchor: #n2056046
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社OR、Pay CAS mobile、EPSON

Facts:
- 0 yen per month
- 10,000 yen per month
- June 2026

## [REFOLMO Med] Co-hosted with GMO MakeShop | “Another source of revenue beyond the examination room.” E-commerce and merchandise sales options for clinics

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000188829.html
- anchor: #n2056045
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社REFOLMO、GMOメイクショップ株式会社、株式会社船井総合研究所、株式会社エス・エム・エス

Facts:
- 190,000 stores cumulatively
- 3 trillion yen in transaction value

## MoverX to release beta version of “misemiru,” a web app for creating your own personal list of favorite restaurants, on August 18

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000189041.html
- anchor: #n2056044
- Companies mentioned: MoverX、misemiru

Facts:
- August 18, 2026

## 株式会社フードフォース holds a “Short-Term Tea Studies Course” in Vietnam as part of joint research with 静岡県公立大学法人

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000143766.html
- anchor: #n2056043
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フードフォース、静岡県公立大学法人、DOIDEPエコシステム、ラムドンティー株式会社（LADOTEA）

Facts:
- More than 100 employees involved in tea production, processing and sales at DOIDEPエコシステム, which operates a tea business in Vietnam, took the course
- The first “Short-Term Tea Studies Course” was held in July 2026 in Bao Loc, Lam Dong Province, Vietnam
- The course was held over 4 days

## セバスチャン, which drew attention in Shibuya for shaved ice “that looks just like cake,” opens Sebastian Labo, a dessert lab in Tsukuba, Ibaraki Prefecture, with counter seating for 6 and reservations required

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000186674.html
- anchor: #n2056042
- Companies mentioned: Sebastian Japan株式会社、セバスチャン、Sebastian Labo

Facts:
- 6 counter seats
- Price: 2,800 yen (tax included)
- Price: ¥2,600 (tax included)
- Friday, Aug. 28, 2026

## Making lighting for night construction easier to use. 明成車輌’s “MEISEI Portable Lighting” now available through major specialized trading company 株式会社YUASA

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000104237.html
- anchor: #n2056041
- Companies mentioned: 明成車輌株式会社、株式会社YUASA

Facts:
- Brightness of 10,500 lm (lumens)
- Long-lasting illumination for approximately 17 hours
- Approximately 7.5 kg
- Extends to a maximum height of approximately 1.8 m

## 【現・経済産業大臣 赤澤亮正 著】世界を揺るがした「トランプ関税」措置。日米交渉の舞台裏を、現役閣僚が自ら執筆！ 新刊『トランプ関税 交渉の記録』8月21日発売

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000133127.html
- anchor: #n2056040
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社グッドブックス、トランプ

Facts:
- 「１時間１億円」
- 「１日20億円」
- List price: 1,870 yen (1,700 yen before tax)
- 四六判 format, paperback, 216 pages

## MMO × mahjong! “Memento Online JAN,” where beginners and experienced players can play together, has reached 400% of its target on Makuake! Until August 30 (Sunday)

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000161048.html
- anchor: #n2056039
- Companies mentioned: 合同会社USAPAGAMES、Makuake

Facts:
- Currently at 400% of its target
- Until August 30 (Sunday)
- Playable by 2–4 people
- Playing time: approximately 30–60 minutes
- Ages 10 and up
- Reached 1 million yen in total backing
- For every additional 500,000 yen in total backing

## “Plarail Momotaro Dentetsu SL” to go on sale Nov. 21, 2026

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000185432.html
- anchor: #n2056038
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社タカラトミー、KONAMI

Facts:
- Suggested retail price: 6,600 yen (tax included)
- Cumulative series sales exceeded 20.1 million units as of the end of March 2026
- A hit title with cumulative sales of more than 4 million copies
- Cumulative sales surpassed 1.5 million copies
- Cumulative shipments surpassed 1 million copies
- A cumulative total of 2,174 varieties.
- More than 195.32 million units sold

## 【ISS】Announces “Emergency Response Service (ERS)”

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000107576.html
- anchor: #n2056037
- Companies mentioned: Internet Secure Services株式会社、ISS

Facts:
- Service launch: Available as of August 2026
- Event dates: Oct. 21–23, 2026

## Seed raises starting monthly salaries for new graduates joining in 2027 or later by 20%, from 250,000 yen to 300,000 yen

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000087532.html
- anchor: #n2056036
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社シード、株式会社マイナビ

Facts:
- Monthly salary: 250,000 yen
- Monthly salary: 300,000 yen
- 20％
- Monthly fee: 50,000 yen
- 237,903 yen

## The reality of plummeting lab-grown diamond prices and “virtually zero asset value”—the “no-brand natural diamond ring” is what people are choosing now

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000094390.html
- anchor: #n2056035
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クレイン、McKinsey & Company、Bain & Company、The Knot、GIA、Grace O'Malley（グレイス・オマリー）

Facts:
- Around 2016, the retail price of LGDs was about 80% of that of natural diamonds
- 現在は同等クラスの天然と比べて8〜9割安い水準まで下落した
- According to a survey published in 2024 by the U.S. wedding information service The Knot, LGDs accounted for 52% of the center stones in the engagement rings surveyed
- Branded jewelry accounts for about 20% of the global fine jewelry market
- The remaining 80% is said to consist of products other than branded jewelry

## 【Tokyo Midtown】West Coast Brewing’s directly operated beer restaurant from Shizuoka opens in Roppongi! 16 craft beers and authentic American burgers

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000075331.html
- anchor: #n2056034
- Companies mentioned: West Coast Brewing、Bacon Bar Japan、West Coast Design、Instant Classic by WCB、The Villa & Barrel Lounge

Facts:
- Double Cheese Smash…2,520 yen
- Tex-Mex Carnitas…1,580 yen
- Beer Flight (a tasting of 3 beers)…2,100 yen
- The company operates 12 directly managed locations in Shizuoka, Tokyo, Osaka and Okinawa

## アムール株式会社、8月31日にゾーホージャパンとAI検索時代の商談獲得をテーマとした無料ウェビナーを開催

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000176783.html
- anchor: #n2056033
- Companies mentioned: アムール株式会社、ゾーホージャパン株式会社、マジセミ株式会社、ChatGPT、Gemini、Perplexity、Google、BOXIL

Facts:
- Analysis of more than 50,000 AI responses
- Starting at 14:00 on Monday, Aug. 31, 2026
- 14:00～15:00
- Google reviews: 4.9 or higher
- BOXIL reviews: 4.9 or higher

## Hare Container, a seller of shipping containers, launches “AI Concierge,” allowing customers to consult via text

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000080066.html
- anchor: #n2056032
- Companies mentioned: ハレコンテナ株式会社

Facts:
- The budget is around 500,000 yen
- Capital: 20 million yen

## Tokai Air launches its “Autumn Big Giveaway”! A total of 150 passengers flying either Niigata Airport–Chubu Centrair International Airport or Niigata Airport–Kobe Airport will be selected by lottery to receive 10,000 yen worth of QUO Card Pay!

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000174295.html
- anchor: #n2056031
- Companies mentioned: トキエア株式会社、新潟空港整備推進協議会、（株）新潟放送

Facts:
- Sept. 10–Oct. 24, 2026
- 2026年9月10日～10月30日迄

## 推される側が、推す側のアプリを作った――アーティスト・田口タツヤ、AIを使い1人で推し活アプリ「推シツジ」を開発

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000169964.html
- anchor: #n2056030
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社サガシテ、Anthropic社

Facts:
- Development period: 14 days
- 480 yen per month
- Capital: 9,990,000 yen

## トーメンデバイスのチャリティウォークが盛況のうちに終了！バディチームへの寄付を実施

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000148417.html
- anchor: #n2056029
- Companies mentioned: トーメンデバイス、バディチーム、サムスングループ

Facts:
- App registrations increased 25% compared with the previous event using the same format

## “SUPER LOCAL Kochike Doppuri Market ~Immerse Yourself in Everyday Life in Kochi~” to be held Sept. 6 at OSAKA FOOD LAB

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000026.000039021.html
- anchor: #n2056028
- Companies mentioned: 高知県、澁谷食品株式会社、OSAKA FOOD LAB、SUPER LOCAL SHOP とさとさ、カフェレスト マンマ亭

Facts:
- About 50% domestic market share
- 191 meters long

## The first group of sponsors announced for “TechGALA Japan 2026: BEYOND,” a technology festival opening new possibilities for the future of the planet, bringing together more than 5,000 attendees from Japan and abroad!

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000039.000101134.html
- anchor: #n2056027
- Companies mentioned: Central Japan Startup Ecosystem Consortium、株式会社三菱UFJ銀行、住友商事株式会社、グーグル・クラウド・ジャパン合同会社、中部電力株式会社、Sansan株式会社、株式会社名古屋銀行、株式会社あいち銀行、株式会社大垣共立銀行、株式会社ヨコタエンタープライズ、株式会社NTTデータ東海、株式会社パソナ、株式会社ネオレックス、日本特殊陶業株式会社、矢作建設工業株式会社

Facts:
- From Dec. 15 to 17, 2026

## Tickets on sale for “TechGALA 2026: BEYOND”; all judges and ambassadors for the speakers and “Grand Pitch 2026: BEYOND” pitch contest announced!

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000040.000101134.html
- anchor: #n2056026
- Companies mentioned: Central Japan Startup Ecosystem Consortium、名古屋大学、愛知県、名古屋市、浜松市、独立行政法人日本貿易振興機構（ジェトロ）、STATION Ai株式会社

Facts:
- Attendance at the previous event surpassed 5,500 (actual count)
- More than 1,050 business meetings were held
- We have received support from 26 people in Japan and abroad

## International exchange event “Autumn Beach Party” to be held on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026, at Momochihama in Fukuoka City!

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000049.000157932.html
- anchor: #n2056025
- Companies mentioned: NPO法人国際教育支援機構スマイリーフラワーズ、スマフラ

Facts:
- Date and time: Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026, 12:00–15:00
- Apply via LINE by Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026, using the QR code on the flyer or the URL below.

## 【From Japan】Next-generation AI identity verification e-learning service ONLINE FACE® wins both silver and bronze awards at the 23rd International Business Awards®!

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000068.000116987.html
- anchor: #n2056024
- Companies mentioned: ONLINE FACE株式会社、International Business Awards®、Stevie® Awards、IBM、PayPal、Amazon、Cisco、Dell、DHL Express、Delta Air Lines、Ford、Salesforce、Samsung、Sony、Toyota、Verizon、PwC、Saudi Aramco、UNICEF

Facts:
- 23rd International Business Awards®
- Held for more than 20 years
- Capital: 10,000,000 yen

## Final report: Why did 1,500 people gather? The 2026 Catan Japan Championship was the largest ever, with 40% first-time participants for the 3rd consecutive year! And in 2027, the event aims to welcome 2,000 people.

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000071.000051468.html
- anchor: #n2056023
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ジーピー

Facts:
- Total across all venues: 1,532 people
- This year, 45% were participating in the tournament for the first time
- 687 Catan players gathered
- The event expects 2,000 participants next year, 2027
- 95.9% said they would like to attend again

## 萩原株式会社 to exhibit at the 62nd JAPAN DIY HOMECENTER SHOW in 2026

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000081.000084404.html
- anchor: #n2056022
- Companies mentioned: 萩原株式会社、JAPAN DIY HOMECENTER SHOW

Facts:
- Aug. 27–29, 2026
- 62nd

## A tough style on and off the pitch - Captain Cook × ヨーロピアンクリケット Special Edition -

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000102.000028918.html
- anchor: #n2056021
- Companies mentioned: ラドー、ヨーロピアンクリケット、スウォッチ グループ ジャパン株式会社

Facts:
- Price: 453,200 yen (tax included)
- Water-resistant to 30 atmospheres (300 m)
- Up to 80 hours of power reserve

## 【Get ready for autumn road trips】fcl launches a campaign with up to 50% off during the 5th Amazon Smile Sale

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000125.000170032.html
- anchor: #n2056020
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社WiNEEDS HOLDINGS、エフシーエル(fcl.)、Amazon

Facts:
- Up to 50% off
- Regular price: 2,980 yen
- 【10% off】2,682 yen
- Regular price: 3,980 yen
- 【10% off】3,582 yen

## STATION Ai to hold the final pitch event for the 9th cohort of its student entrepreneur development program “STAPS” on Oct. 4

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000133.000095825.html
- anchor: #n2056019
- Companies mentioned: STATION Ai株式会社、ソフトバンク株式会社、愛知県

Facts:
- Program lasting approximately 1.5 months
- Up to 500 people
- In-person attendance: up to 200 people
- Online attendance: up to 300 people
- More than 1,100 startups in Japan and overseas

## “Next-generation leaders who move those around them” are developed through cross-border learning. LoanDeal and コードタクト to co-host a webinar on Aug. 31

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000158.000025975.html
- anchor: #n2056018
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コードタクト、株式会社ローンディール

Facts:
- On Monday, Aug. 31, 2026
- Tuesday, September 1
- Wednesday, September 2

## Instagram algorithm official mentions roundup fully updated for 2026 [キャンつく]

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000202.000002036.html
- anchor: #n2056017
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ピクルス、Instagram、Google

Facts:
- 9 topics from official announcements and statements
- ハッシュタグの上限を1投稿5個に制限

## Survey on “making a move on someone you like”! 85.5% took action to win them over | Survey also examines traits of men and women likely to be seen as romantic prospects, as well as behaviors to avoid [survey by ハッピーメール]

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000283.000042380.html
- anchor: #n2056016
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アイベック、ハッピーメール

Facts:
- 35 million cumulative members
- 200 adult men and women with romantic experience

## Cloud ERP “ZAC” launches “ZAC MCP Server” to enable integration with AI agents

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000345.000075257.html
- anchor: #n2056015
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オロ、Anthropic社、Microsoft Corporation

Facts:
- Adopted by more than 1,100 companies to date
- Ahead of its launch in August 2026

## Fall-only “Festbier” now available; draft beer from マイセナー makes its Japan debut

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000380.000049635.html
- anchor: #n2056014
- Companies mentioned: APAMAN株式会社、オクトーバーフェスト実行委員会、マイセナー、パウラーナー、ホフブロイ、ハッカープショール、ドイツ農業協会、DLG、SKWイーストアジア、KKday Japan、文化放送、EL CAMINO REAL株式会社

Facts:
- 13 days
- Adults (junior high school students and older): 500 yen
- An aluminum mug weighing about 3.4 kg

## [Shufoo!AI analysis] The number of flyers themed around “Disaster Preparedness Day” is increasing year by year

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000493.000018526.html
- anchor: #n2056013
- Companies mentioned: TOPPANグループ、株式会社ONE COMPATH、Shufoo!AI

Facts:
- 29 companies featured
- 1,883 flyers
- Increased by about 2.5 times
- 16 million people per month
- More than 120,000 stores nationwide
- Employees: 130

## 海外から見た"日本の当たり前"を、次の一手に。 「令和8年度 八王子市グローバル視点を磨くセミナー」の参加者を募集します

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000539.000033548.html
- anchor: #n2056012
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ツクリエ、八王子市

Facts:
- Seminar: 30 participants per session
- Individual hands-on support: 10 entities

## [Ehime・Matsuyama] 三福グループ installs “Clothing Collection Boxes” at 6 locations in Matsuyama City

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000565.000004256.html
- anchor: #n2056011
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社三福ホールディングス、P・SPO

Facts:
- 6 locations in Matsuyama City
- Hours: 24 hours

## Sumikko Gurashi adorably shows off your name! “PONPA! Sumikko Gurashi ver.” name stamps let you keep your important belongings organized in a cute way

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000741.000013389.html
- anchor: #n2056010
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社岡田商会、San-X Co., Ltd.

Facts:
- The stamp face is available in 20 designs in total.

## 出羽三山が見守る田んぼで育った、特別な庄内産米 休暇村庄内羽黒では、地元農家より直接仕入れるこだわりの3種のブランド米を食べ比べで楽しめる会席「旬のきのこと山形牛の旬彩料理」を９月１日より提供

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000802.000085653.html
- anchor: #n2056009
- Companies mentioned: 休暇村庄内羽黒、源助、斎藤、山形牛、なめこ、山伏豚、最上川、酒田市、鶴岡市、休暇村、羽月の湯、出羽三山神社、月山、一般財団法人休暇村協会

Facts:
- 3 varieties of branded rice
- 1 night, 2 meals: 18,500 yen
- Hotel about 5 minutes away by car

## In an era when SEO alone won’t reach customers, attract customers by being “chosen by AI”! Launch of the “AIO optimization” service | いえらぶGROUP

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000846.000008550.html
- anchor: #n2056008
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社いえらぶGROUP、いえらぶCLOUD、いえらぶBB

Facts:
- Used by more than 50,000 companies nationwide
- Monthly property listings have surpassed 750,000

## 【メルキュール横須賀】“Autumn Harvest Fair 2026” to be held, offering a half-buffet lunch and afternoon tea featuring seasonal flavors for a limited time from Sept. 1

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001030.000052177.html
- anchor: #n2056007
- Companies mentioned: メルキュール横須賀、エイ・エイ・ピー・シー・ジャパン株式会社、ロンネフェルト

Facts:
- 160 guest rooms
- 19th-floor restaurant
- 9 main dishes
- Adults: 4,400 yen
- Elementary school students: 2,200 yen
- 5,500 yen per person
- Glass: 900 yen

## Lavender from たんばらラベンダーパーク to be featured in sauna program events with a fresh lavender scent at 高輪SAUNAS and 渋谷SAUNAS

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001044.000055787.html
- anchor: #n2056006
- Companies mentioned: たんばらラベンダーパーク、株式会社TOYOKE、高輪SAUNAS、渋谷SAUNAS

Facts:
- 関東最大級の約 5 万株のラベンダーが咲き誇る
- Elevation: 1,300 m
- Average high temperature: 25°C
- 1,200 yen for junior high school students and older
- 500 yen for elementary school students, 500 yen for pets

## Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2026 | Holding an “Online Free Information Session for Executives of Transport and Logistics Companies Only” | 株式会社船井総研サプライチェーンコンサルティング

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001328.000059144.html
- anchor: #n2056005
- 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:
- Sales of 1 billion yen
- Sales of 300 million yen
- Capital: 98 million yen

## A monthly ABEMA live special by “GOALOUS5,” featuring 熊谷健太郎, 小松昌平, 寺島惇太, 仲村宗悟, 深町寿成 and others, to air exclusively and for free live on Monday, Aug. 24, from 9 p.m.! Celebrating the “birthday in the middle” of 寺島惇太 and 深町寿成!

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003810.000064643.html
- anchor: #n2056004
- Companies mentioned: AbemaTV、GOALOUS5

Facts:
- Exclusive free live broadcast starting at 9 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 24, 2026
- 9 p.m.

## 【ボーダレス・ジャパン×Fukuoka Growth Next】FUKUOKA SOCIAL STARTUP ACADEMY, a social entrepreneurship program launched in Fukuoka City, opens its 5th cohort after receiving a cumulative 555 applicants

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:28:18+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000791.000021621.html
- anchor: #n2055886
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ボーダレス・ジャパン、Fukuoka Growth Next、ボーダレスアカデミー

Facts:
- Equivalent to half the regular tuition (about 120,000 yen)
- Support for up to 5 people (screening required)

## 【REGAL】Releases image visuals for the 26 Fall / Winter season

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:28:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000188.000023397.html
- anchor: #n2055887
- Companies mentioned: REGAL、リーガル、REGAL SHOES、R+ PLUS REGAL CORPORATION、REGAL ONLINE SHOP、株式会社リーガルコーポレーション

Facts:
- ¥27,500 (incl. tax)
- ¥24,200 (incl. tax)
- ¥25,300 (incl. tax)
- ¥19,800 (incl. tax)
- ¥9,900 (incl. tax)
- ¥5,500 (incl. tax)

## High-priced skincare priced at 7,800 yen including tax sells out its initial stock 57 seconds after the livestream begins — nearly 700 units sold in about 1 hour

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:27:41+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000065.000046021.html
- anchor: #n2055888
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Leading Communication、Herz skin、株式会社LIENA、ぞうねこちゃんねる、株式会社Cellest、ASYMM、GIVENT

Facts:
- 7,800 yen including tax
- Nearly 700 units
- About 26 minutes
- Total followers exceed about 4.4 million
- Monthly sales have surpassed 200 million yen

## Orders open for a collaboration item with “ノリタケ” from the TV anime Yona of the Dawn: the “Noritake Collaboration Cup & Saucer Set” at AMNIBUS, which sells original anime and manga merchandise

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:27:10+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009442.000016064.html
- anchor: #n2055889
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アルマビアンカ、AMNIBUS、ノリタケ、白泉社、暁のヨナ製作委員会

Facts:
- Price: ¥35,200 (incl. tax)
- Cup: (approx.) 9 cm rim diameter × 11.5 cm length × 6 cm height (including handle)
- Saucer: (approx.) 15 cm diameter × 2 cm height
- Capacity: (approx.) 240 cc (filled to the brim)

## [New capsule toy] Irresistible to press! “Pop-Out Mr. Chicken” is here!

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:26:42+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000093.000143851.html
- anchor: #n2055890
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社三洋堂

Facts:
- 5 types in total
- Sales begin in early August 2026
- Founded in 1985

## New close-fit blur lip color for 24-hour¹ beauty

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:24:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000643.000014810.html
- anchor: #n2055891
- Companies mentioned: パルファン・クリスチャン・ディオール・ジャポン株式会社、ディオール、ピーター・フィリップス

Facts:
- 8 colors in total
- 6 colors in total
- 5,700 yen each (before tax)
- 6,270 yen each (tax included)

## Beauty pioneer Hiromi Yamamoto and orthodontist Yasuyo Mikami discuss “finding joy in growing older”｜Episode 3 of “Yasuyo’s Room”

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000184994.html
- anchor: #n2055900
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Smile Smile1、資生堂ビューティークリエーション研究所、宝島社

Facts:
- Friends for approximately 20 years
- Having been involved in more than 4,000 cases

## [Heat wave makes “cooking fatigue” worse] 86.3% say they are “stuck in a menu rut”! Marusho, a Mino ware maker celebrating its 60th anniversary, to sell summer lucky bags at half price from August 18 under the theme “Change the dishes, not the cooking”

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000186200.html
- anchor: #n2055899
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社丸勝、とうしょう窯、楽天市場

Facts:
- 86.3% said, “My daily meals have become repetitive”
- Special prices at 50% or less of the regular price (up to 60% off)
- Valid responses: 300 people

## Withray project selected for the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry’s “Go-Tech Program”

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000094398.html
- anchor: #n2055898
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ウィズレイ、株式会社山和エンヂニアリング、高崎健康福祉大学、公益財団法人群馬県産業支援機構、共同印刷株式会社、株式会社ネストブルー

Facts:
- 65 歳以上人口が 3,624 万 3 千人
- The aging rate was 29.3%
- 109 applications were submitted in the regular category within the Kanto Bureau of Economy, Trade and Industry’s jurisdiction
- 34 projects were selected
- Nationwide, 271 applications were submitted in the regular category
- 117 projects were selected

## Can AI-generated tags really make files searchable? Nekufuru measures its product’s search performance using a preregistered protocol and publishes all data, including methods that did not lead to improvement

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000133999.html
- anchor: #n2055897
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ネクフル、necfru drive

Facts:
- 138 files modeled on business documents
- Approximately 3.6 MB
- Of these, 54 files (39%) were deliberately given filenames that do not describe their contents
- 35 questions
- Keyword search: 0.333
- Conversational AI search: 0.967
- Filtering by AI-generated tags did not significantly outperform keyword search (p=0.109)
- The precision of the generated tags was 98.2%
- The factual error rate in the summaries was 0.0%
- For 26 of the 138 files (18.8%), the combination of tags exactly matched that of another file
- 40.6% of the summaries contain not even 1 number

## [Media advisory] GOLFZON CHINA × ゴルフネットワーク broadcast contract signing ceremony

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000035.000037099.html
- anchor: #n2055896
- Companies mentioned: GOLFZON Japan株式会社、GOLFZON CHINA、ゴルフネットワーク、ジュピターゴルフネットワーク株式会社

Facts:
- Total prize money of approximately 400 million yen
- Winner’s prize: approximately １億 yen
- Approximately 970,000 channel subscribers

## IPG links program metadata with 『TVer』's submission system for regional broadcasters

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000059.000107518.html
- anchor: #n2055895
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社IPG、TVer

Facts:
- Catch-up streaming of approximately 1,000 programs at any given time

## [Coming soon] “bjbCOLLECTION Fukuoka 2026”: an “adult cultural festival” featuring a stellar lineup of guests, including Junichi Ishida, Akemi Ishii and early members of Do-mo

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000118.000018471.html
- anchor: #n2055894
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エンファム、KBC、L-MA、bjbコレクション実行委員会、歌謡曲バー スポットライト

Facts:
- 2026年8月29日（土）・30日（日）
- Admission: 2,500 yen
- The event is held more than 70 times a year

## Beauty Biz UP to hold a free trial information session for nail technicians, proposing new added value for salons with “nails × aromatherapy” and “nails × head spa”

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000192.000005458.html
- anchor: #n2055893
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ピー・エス・インターナショナル、Beauty Biz UP、アロマビューティライフカレッジ、ethicame、采茶〜SAICHA

Facts:
- Tuesday, August 4, 2026, 14:00–15:30
- 90-minute experience and information session on the secrets of salons that stand out and win customers
- More than 2,000 graduates across all 47 prefectures in Japan
- Founded in 1988
- 37 years of experience as a company in beauty, health and education

## [A must-see for sweet potato and chestnut lovers!] New fall flavor of “Yo ni mo Oishii Chocolate Brownie” offers the taste of sweet potato and baked Mont Blanc! Also launching “Magic Sweet Potato Pie Ring,” which gets even fluffier when warmed!

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001242.000035909.html
- anchor: #n2055892
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オールハーツ・カンパニー、セブン-イレブン、ハートブレッドアンティーク、ベンケイ

Facts:
- At approximately 22,000 セブン-イレブン stores nationwide
- Approximately 21 million units shipped cumulatively across the series

## Family tomb-cleaning event at Osaka Memorial Park Kofun Cemetery brings together three generations to clean the water moat [株式会社前方後円墳]

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:19:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000086.000146985.html
- anchor: #n2055901
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社前方後円墳、大阪メモリアルパーク販売株式会社

Facts:
- 108 Osaka Memorial Park Kofun Cemetery customers
- Approximately 80% of contracts are made during the customer’s lifetime

## Broadcaster launches “STV Senior Support” to help people enjoy a bright and fulfilling later life! Giveaway survey now underway!

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:18:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000464.000021750.html
- anchor: #n2055902
- Companies mentioned: 札幌テレビ放送株式会社、札幌市保健福祉局

Facts:
- A runaway hit, with more than 10,000 copies sold to date

## 【デュシタニ京都】Afternoon tea and buffet blending the “Queen of Grapes,” Shine Muscat, with Thailand’s culinary culture

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:16:49+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000136.000034401.html
- anchor: #n2055903
- Companies mentioned: デュシット・インターナショナル、デュシタニ京都、デュシット ホテルズ＆リゾーツ、デュシット・ティー・ガーデン、TWG ティー、デュシットD2、デュシット スイーツ、デュシット コレクション、デュシット ホテルズ、デュシット リトリート、デュシタニ、デバラナ、ASAIホテルズ、エリートヘブンズ

Facts:
- Price: 8,349 yen per person (tax and service charge included)
- Price: 3,800 yen (tax and service charge included)
- Price: 6,500 yen (tax and service charge included)
- Children in elementary school or younger: 3,250 yen (tax and service charge included)
- Price: 7,500 yen (tax and service charge included)
- Children in elementary school or younger: 3,750 yen (tax and service charge included)
- Draft beer: 1,000 yen
- Glass of wine: from 1,500 yen
- Cocktail: 2,000 yen
- Glass of Champagne: 1,800 yen
- Glass of wine: 850 yen
- A total of 9 across 18 countries worldwide

## Backlog launches “subtask” feature for managing tasks across 3 levels

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:15:25+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000624.000025423.html
- anchor: #n2055904
- Companies mentioned: Backlog、株式会社ヌーラボ

Facts:
- Rollout begins sequentially on Tuesday, August 18, 2026

## Cut desktop research for renewable energy sites from 10 minutes to 1 minute: Ene Compass（エネコンパス） launches for grid-scale battery and solar power developers

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:13:10+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000188876.html
- anchor: #n2055783
- Companies mentioned: エンライコンサルティング合同会社、Ene Compass（エネコンパス）

Facts:
- Desktop research on candidate sites, which previously took at least 10 minutes
- Reduced to an average of about 1 minute
- Cuts time spent on desktop research by up to 90%
- 372 municipal ordinances related to solar power recorded nationwide
- Minimum contract term is also 3 months

## Free release of “Back-Office AI Textbook,” an e-learning course on practical AI applications in accounting, HR and labor management

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:10:25+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000149324.html
- anchor: #n2055784
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社管理のプロ

Facts:
- 50 units in total
- 198 videos
- Approximately 26 hours of total video
- 220 practical prompts
- 198 review questions

## In an age when AI provides the answers, who asks the questions? — Real-world and digital creative workshop to be held at MIRAI LAB PALETTE

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000188483.html
- anchor: #n2055824
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Vireson、POCOPLE、MIRAI LAB PALETTE、Art Aid for All

Facts:
- 20 practitioners involved in areas such as corporate talent and organizational development took part
- 80% of participants said, “I was able to express myself in my own way” and “I’d like to take part in another session like this”

## YORUBE, a place for parents caught “between support services,” opens

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000188970.html
- anchor: #n2055823
- Companies mentioned: Studio Harso、YORUBE、文部科学省

Facts:
- Students identified as having significant difficulties in learning or behavior: 8.8%
- Estimated at more than 700,000 people

## 46,522 visitors. ウォルガ湘南 looks next to “the city”—announces club policy to expand ties with the community and everyday life on August 25

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000172872.html
- anchor: #n2055822
- Companies mentioned: ウォルガ湘南、湘南ユナイテッドBC、ウォルガ地域コミュニティ株式会社、りそなグループ、B.LEAGUE

Facts:
- 2026-27 season
- 2027-28 season

## [Developed by a physical therapist and physician] Reduces strain on the shoulders and lower back. The uniquely designed pillow “sokcare,” made for comfortable side sleeping, is now on sale on Makuake!

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000175713.html
- anchor: #n2055821
- Companies mentioned: PT Form、GO-EMOTiON、Makuake

Facts:
- Width: approx. 55 cm
- Depth: approx. 65 cm
- Height: max. approx. 25 cm
- Weight: approx. 3.8 kg

## ULTRA PLANET signs business partnership agreement with みずほ銀行 to promote business in the entertainment sector and secures funding from Blue Lab Fund

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000181607.html
- anchor: #n2055820
- Companies mentioned: ULTRA PLANET株式会社、みずほ銀行、Blue Lab Fund、株式会社みずほフィナンシャルグループ、株式会社Blue Lab

## ホテルメトロポリタン鎌倉の宿泊者限定アクティビティに採用。国内唯一※の桜貝アクセサリー専門店「Lino Drops Kamakura」、ブランド10周年に1日1組限定のプレミアム体験を提供開始

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000177783.html
- anchor: #n2055819
- Companies mentioned: ホテルメトロポリタン鎌倉、Lino Drops Kamakura、株式会社リノクラフツ

Facts:
- 10th anniversary of the brand’s launch
- 1日1組限定
- Special program lasting approx. 90 minutes
- Special rate: 6,160 yen

## Crane game specialty store Benex makes the 5th and 6th of every month permanent “days when the arm power at 1 out of every 4 booths is MAX” across all 5 Benex stores! Offering a crane game experience where players can feel the thrill of winning big

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000126217.html
- anchor: #n2055818
- Companies mentioned: Benex、株式会社ティスコ、クロスロケーションズ株式会社

Facts:
- All 5 Benex stores
- More than 280 booths
- More than 250 booths
- More than 200 booths
- More than 150 booths
- More than 120 booths
- 1 million people annually
- 98.8%
- 82.7%
- 1,522 valid responses

## [More than 1,000 vehicles subscribed to date] Fixed-rate car lease モビカリ, offering optimized vehicle costs and reliable support, reaches milestone 5 months after launch

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000137036.html
- anchor: #n2055817
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社andモビリティ、株式会社ガッツ・ジャパン、日本マーケティングリサーチ機構

Facts:
- Vehicle costs estimated at approx. 40 million yen over a lifetime
- Mileage cap extended by 10%

## 【岡村のごまドレッシング】がジャパン・フード・セレクションで【グランプリ】を受賞

- Published: 2026-08-18T10:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000168499.html
- anchor: #n2055816
- Companies mentioned: 岡村製油株式会社、一般社団法人 日本フードアナリスト協会、ジャパン・フード・セレクション

Facts:
- Net content: 180 ml
- Price: 594 yen (including tax)
- On sale at a special price of 5,000 yen (tax included), down from the regular price of 5,940 yen (tax included)
- Approx. 23,000 food analysts were involved in the judging