# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-19 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 3 of 8

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 570 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 169 items from 4 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## STRIDE LAB Tokyo flagship store reopens on Aug. 19, with a permanent outdoor gear floor. Walking, running, climbing—all under one roof.

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000032.000057571.html
- anchor: #n2081862
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ストライド、STRIDE LAB、NEMO

Facts:
- Reopens on Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2026
- It has now expanded to 18 locations in Japan

## [Limited quantity] Nordic premium kitchen brand Aarke unveils “Heritage Green,” a limited-edition color marking the 10th anniversary of its popular carbonated water maker

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000106.000054408.html
- anchor: #n2081861
- Companies mentioned: モダニティ株式会社、Aarke、Amazon、楽天、Yahoo!ショッピング、蔦屋家電、The Conran Shop、LIVING MOTIF、ESTNATION、UNITED ARROWS、plywood

Facts:
- Limited to 4,000 units worldwide
- Just 120 units available in Japan
- Suggested retail price: 29,700 yen (tax included)
- 27,000 yen (tax excluded)

## 【株式会社デイトナ】日常の通勤・通学からロングツーリングまで！多機能で使い勝手の良いタンクバッグ「GIVI CLA01」が登場

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000142.000120309.html
- anchor: #n2081860
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社デイトナ、GIVI

Facts:
- List price (tax included): \12,650
- Expandable from 20 L to 26 L

## みんなのコード’s “みんなで生成AIコース” wins the 20th Kids Design Award

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000169.000015742.html
- anchor: #n2081859
- Companies mentioned: みんなのコード、Microsoft、Microsoft Azure OpenAI、Google、一般財団法人みてね基金、株式会社セールスフォース・ジャパン、株式会社NSD、富士電機ITソリューション株式会社、日本教育工学会

Facts:
- A cumulative 137,021 people had used it by March 2025

## Make “What should I feed them today?” easier. ヨシケイ’s “Baby Food Recipe Search Site” wins the 20th Kids Design Award

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000414.000036699.html
- anchor: #n2081858
- Companies mentioned: ヨシケイ、ヨシケイグループ、特定非営利活動法人キッズデザイン協会、日本流通産業新聞社、一般社団法人日本マザーズ協会

Facts:
- About 1,000 recipes listed
- The number of active users has topped 15,000
- Ranked No. 1 for 17 consecutive years

## L Message now lets users specify which notifications they receive and when

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000440.000059114.html
- anchor: #n2081857
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ミショナ、LINE

Facts:
- 140,000 implementations

## From autonomous construction equipment to unmanned construction, the front lines of construction DX tackling labor shortages gather in Osaka! The 6th Construction DX Expo [Osaka] will be held Aug. 26 (Wed.)–28 (Fri.).

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002135.000026157.html
- anchor: #n2081856
- Companies mentioned: RX Japan合同会社、EARTHBRAIN_ランドログカンパニー、アラヤ、トプコン、KB-eye、オプティム、U'sFactory、Arent、KK Generation、ハート電機サービス、Arch、三菱電機

Facts:
- Construction industry workforce down 30%
- Projected to decline to 4.78 million by 2025
- The construction industry accounts for about 22%, with 1,928 companies
- Boost productivity by up to 10 times
- Reduce time spent reviewing fit and finish by 90% compared with conventional methods
- Automated in as little as 30 seconds
- Supports 37 languages
- 80 companies in the construction DX field alone

## New colors arrive for MEOWKIT, the cat-themed knife that achieved 1373% of its Makuake target. Featured in ねこのきもち, the brand is stepping up its expansion into sales channels nationwide.

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:09:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000180656.html
- anchor: #n2081866
- Companies mentioned: megreen合同会社、Makuake、CAMPFIRE、ねこのきもち、ベネッセ

Facts:
- 1373% of its Makuake target
- Final total in backing purchases: 1,373,505 yen
- 199 supporters

## Japanese organic brand Be to hold a POP UP STORE at TSUTAYA BOOKSTORE MARUNOUCHI in Tokyo's Marunouchi Building

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:08:21+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000145.000055483.html
- anchor: #n2081867
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Be、TSUTAYA BOOKSTORE MARUNOUCHI、エコサート・コスモス

Facts:
- The event will run from Aug. 19 (Wed.) to Sept. 23 (Wed., holiday).
- Receive 2 bags of Be Green GF with purchases of 5,000 yen or more, including tax
- Be Hokkaido Todomatsu Aroma & Wood Limited Set [Limited Quantity] 5,500 yen (tax included)
- 3-Day Skincare Trial Set [Limited Quantity] 1,980 yen (tax included)

## ヤマハ 仮想立体音響ソリューション『Sound xR Core』 「テニスの王子様」リマスター版ゲーム2作品に採用

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:08:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001164.000010701.html
- anchor: #n2081868
- Companies mentioned: ヤマハ株式会社、株式会社コナミデジタルエンタテインメント、KONAMI、Nintendo Switch、Steam

Facts:
- The 2 titles are The Prince of Tennis: Motto Gakuensai no Ōjisama ♡-40 and more... (hereafter, GakuPuri) and The Prince of Tennis: Gyutto! Doki Doki Survival Tie break ♡ game (hereafter, DokiSaba).
- Released on Thursday, July 30

## PBR LENDING expands toward 10,000 members and achieves automated deposit processing without manual data entry

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:05:36+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000132714.html
- anchor: #n2081869
- Companies mentioned: Portobello Road株式会社、PBR LENDING、Fireblocks

Facts:
- Cumulative registered membership reaches approximately 10,000
- Adopted by 2,400 organizations worldwide, including major banks, cryptocurrency exchanges and payment providers
- A high annual interest rate of 10%–12%

## ‘Commute in Shorts Support Project’ campaign extended through Aug. 31 following popular demand

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:05:13+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000158387.html
- anchor: #n2081870
- Companies mentioned: ニッケンかみそり株式会社、ZIP-FM

Facts:
- A leg hair trimmer will be given away.
- Application period extended through Monday, Aug. 31

## WeaveX representative Toyazaki appointed as accompanying adviser for the Shizuoka Prefecture-contracted ‘Recruitment Branding Promotion Project’ run by 静岡新聞社

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:05:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000164740.html
- anchor: #n2081871
- Companies mentioned: WeaveX株式会社、静岡新聞社、公益財団法人 就職支援財団、株式会社帝国データバンク、静岡放送、SHIZUOKA Business Compass

Facts:
- 64% of companies in Shizuoka Prefecture failed to meet their planned number of new graduate hires
- Among companies with 99 or fewer employees, the hiring plan fulfillment rate has not even reached 30%.
- 61.4% of companies in Shizuoka Prefecture plan to hire full-time employees

## 顔パスお迎えKIDSCALL wins the 20th Kids Design Award

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:05:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000169969.html
- anchor: #n2081872
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社VERIPATH、特定非営利活動法人キッズデザイン協議会、経済産業省、内閣府、消費者庁、こども家庭庁、東京都、BabyTech® Awards

Facts:
- 20th Kids Design Award
- Sold to a publicly listed company in 2025
- September 8, 2025
- Obtained ISO/IEC 27001:2022 (ISMS) certification

## [Call for Entries] Applications open for the Japan Social Startup AWARD, recognizing business plans that tackle social issues! (2026/8/19–2026/9/30)

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:02:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000211.000074198.html
- anchor: #n2081873
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人 日本フィランソロピック財団、Graain

Facts:
- A cash prize of 4 million yen will be awarded for 1 winning entry.
- Number of awards: up to 4
- Organizations with legal entity status that were registered less than 10 years ago

## [ローソントラベル] Go behind the scenes in restricted heliport areas and hangars! ‘Secret Base Exploration Tour’ includes a helicopter sightseeing flight; held at Tokyo Heliport (Tokyo) in September 2026 and Yao Airport (Osaka) in October 2026!

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:01:57+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000694.000034304.html
- anchor: #n2081874
- Companies mentioned: ローソントラベル、株式会社ローソンエンタテインメント、FIDC、一般財団法人国際災害対策支援機構、株式会社ノエビアアビエーション

Facts:
- Adults: 19,990 yen (tax included)
- Children: 17,990 yen (tax included) ※ Ages 3 through elementary school
- Minimum number of participants: 15

## Toward recovery from the Kumamoto earthquake: Takami Shoten, the leading karashi renkon maker founded 70 years ago, launches a challenge to revive its long-established business

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:01:46+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000189168.html
- anchor: #n2081875
- Companies mentioned: 有限会社髙見商店、文化庁、熊本県辛子蓮根協同組合、For Good

Facts:
- Approximately 1,000 lotus roots partway through production
- Approximately 80 colleagues
- Repair costs of approximately 4 million yen
- Sales of approximately 3 million yen were lost from karashi renkon alone
- Target: 8 million yen

## Juri Tanaka named guest MC for the 30th GirlsAward! He says, ‘I’ll give it my all to make the 30th GirlsAward a success,’ sharing his enthusiasm ahead of his first appearance in 2 years!

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:01:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000106.000022741.html
- anchor: #n2081876
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Award、楽天グループ株式会社、楽天カード、楽天市場、楽天チケット、キョードー東京、Girls²、MAZZEL、BUDDiiS、原因は自分にある。、NCT WISH、KO1KEYZ、STARGLOW、DXTEEN、ONE N' ONLY、MEN’S NON-NO、Seventeen、南海キャンディーズ

Facts:
- The event will be held on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026, at Makuhari Messe Halls 1–3.
- Doors open at 13:00 / show starts at 14:30 (scheduled)
- Early-bird reserved seat A ¥11,000
- Early-bird reserved seat B ¥7,500

## Study of physical AI technology, markets and policy: forecast of 189 trillion yen by 2040

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:42+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000035.000101197.html
- anchor: #n2081877
- Companies mentioned: アックスタイムズ株式会社、Google、Amazon.com、Meta Platforms、Apple、Microsoft Corporation、NVIDIA、Tesla、Alibaba Group、Baidu、Huawei、Tencent Holdings

Facts:
- 2040 forecast: 189 trillion yen
- 2025: 300 billion yen
- 2040 forecast: 30 trillion yen
- 2025: 1.881 trillion yen
- 2040 forecast: 159 trillion yen
- 2025: 2.181 trillion yen
- Excel dataset | Global case listings | 709 cases

## The Nylon Double Rip series, also recommended for everyday wear in fall and winter, launches Aug. 21, 2026

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000015083.html
- anchor: #n2081878
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スノーピーク

Facts:
- Nylon Double Rip Jacket ¥24,200 (tax included)
- Nylon Double Rip Anorak ¥24,200 (tax included)
- Nylon Double Rip Dress ¥19,800 (tax included)
- Nylon Double Rip Pants ¥18,700 (tax included)
- Nylon Double Rip Cap ¥6,050 (tax included)
- In apparel for fall/winter 2026

## 【葉山うみのホテル】じゃらん「泊まってよかった宿大賞」神奈川県・総合（51～100室部門）で第1位 クチコミ4.7を獲得

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000390.000046799.html
- anchor: #n2081879
- Companies mentioned: シマダホテルパートナーズ株式会社、シマダグループ株式会社、じゃらん

Facts:
- Guest review score: 4.7
- 20 guest rooms
- 41 bunk rooms (cabin type)
- 客室 1室2名 14,000円～
- Bunk room 1室1名 7,100円～

## A 1-month experience of “analog” through the five senses. Audio-Technica × Vinyl Delivery Service × SKWAT “Analog Market” opens September 2

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000064.000029075.html
- anchor: #n2081880
- Companies mentioned: Audio-Technica、Vinyl Delivery Service、SKWAT、DAIKEI MILLS、株式会社オーディオテクニカ

Facts:
- From Wednesday, September 2, 2026, through Sunday, October 4
- For approximately 1 month
- More than 20 stores from across Japan are expected to gather

## Cumulative series sales top 65,000 units! The flagship model evolves with an officially proportioned design

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:04+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000149.000141100.html
- anchor: #n2081881
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社YOCABITO、LEADING EDGE、ハンター・コート

Facts:
- Cumulative series sales: 65,000 units
- 230 cm
- 305 cm
- 122 × 81 cm
- 33.5 kg
- Approximately 23.2 cm in diameter
- Approximately 400 g

## From “companies with systems in place” to “companies where work and life can coexist.” 一般社団法人両立支援協会 established

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000189010.html
- anchor: #n2082124
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人両立支援協会、一般社団法人日本単独居宅介護支援事業所協会、株式会社進スタジオ、株式会社ゆるっとかいご、RISE株式会社

## “Tanba Denshin: 和のモンブラン,” winner of the “五つ星ひょうご” award and the judges’ award at the 1st “地場もん国民大賞,” to go on sale from mid-September

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000180061.html
- anchor: #n2082123
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社やながわ、夢の里やながわ、柳川商店

Facts:
- Price including tax: 2,500 yen
- Selected for the final judging from among 518 entries nationwide
- Won 4th place nationwide (judges’ award)

## [Helping employees get through record-breaking heat] Sanyo Giken provides all employees working on site with QUO cards worth a total of 30,000 yen as a “heatwave care gift” (10,000 yen per month × 3 months)

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000172025.html
- anchor: #n2082122
- Companies mentioned: 山陽技研株式会社

Facts:
- 3 months
- 1日6本
- Approximately 1,020 yen
- Approximately 20,000 yen per month
- Number of employees / 60

## “I even fall asleep while watching social media and videos. I don’t feel like I’ve had a refreshing sleep.” Experiencing smartphone-related sleep deprivation

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000184359.html
- anchor: #n2082121
- Companies mentioned: 久光製薬株式会社、獨協医科大学医学部、サロンパス®

Facts:
- 全世代の4割超（42.7％）
- About 1 in 3 people in their 20s (34.4%)

## Inspired by Japan’s traditional color palette, “kasane no irome,” LASTFRAME launches new additions to its “KASANE” series

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000187479.html
- anchor: #n2082120
- Companies mentioned: LASTFRAME、株式会社土屋鞄製造所 LASTFRAME事業部

Facts:
- ARC SMALL KASANE ¥23,100 (tax included)
- FLAT SMALL KASANE ¥22,000 (tax included)
- OBI KASANE ¥25,300 (tax included)
- FLAT MEDIUM KASANE Price: ¥26,400 (tax included)
- MUSUBI TOTE KASANE Price: ¥25,300 (tax included)
- KUSHU KUSHU KASANE Price: ¥24,200 (tax included)
- TASUKI TOTE LARGE KASANE Price: ¥30,800 (tax included)
- MARKET BAG MEDIUM KASANE Price: ¥26,400 (tax included)
- WRAP MINI KASANE Price: ¥23,100 (tax included)

## “デザインのがっこう,” a design school for elementary school students, wins the 20th Kids Design Award!

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000139697.html
- anchor: #n2082119
- Companies mentioned: デザインのがっこう、キッズデザイン協議会、Canva、JICA、経済産業省、内閣府、消費者庁、こども家庭庁、東京都

Facts:
- 20th Kids Design Award
- Participation fee: 1,500 yen
- Capacity: 6 people per session

## Berpy’s toddler cutlery “にぎぱく スプーンフォークセット” wins the 20th Kids Design Award

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000168033.html
- anchor: #n2082118
- Companies mentioned: tayori株式会社、Berpy

Facts:
- 20th Kids Design Award
- The 19th Kids Design Award
- Won the 19th Kids Design Award in 2025 for the baby teether “かみかみウサ”
- 2026: The 20th Kids Design Award

## Launch of “かいしゃ価値シミュレーション（β版）,” a service that lets executives confidentially brainstorm with AI about their company’s future

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000179070.html
- anchor: #n2082117
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社M&Aサクシード、Visionalグループ、株式会社ビズリーチ、ビジョナル・インキュベーション株式会社、株式会社帝国データバンク、レコフ

Facts:
- M&A deals involving Japanese companies reached 5,115 in 2025, setting a record for the 2nd consecutive year
- M&A deals aimed at business succession also reached an annual record of 1,028
- A total of 67,949 companies closed or dissolved in 2025
- About half of them (49.1%) were profitable companies
- More than 21,000 transfer opportunities under consideration nationwide to date
- More than 4,000 listings
- More than 10,700 prospective acquiring companies currently using the service

## 臨床で失敗しないための“失敗できる患者”3Dクローンモデルがテレビ東京系列6局ネット 『日経スペシャル』で紹介

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000170507.html
- anchor: #n2082116
- Companies mentioned: ミライズウェルメディカルグループ、株式会社メディデント、株式会社日南、テレビ大阪、テレビ東京、Forbes JAPAN、NTTドコモビジネス株式会社、経済産業省、スタンフォード大学

Facts:
- Minimum layer pitch: 0.02 mm
- August 11, 2026
- Forbes JAPAN Xtrepreneur AWARD 2026

## From summer to autumn: Discover the appeal of Yatsuo, the setting for “Owara Kaze no Bon,” which heralds autumn in Toyama.

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000185619.html
- anchor: #n2082115
- Companies mentioned: 富山県、料理旅館 北吉、越中八尾ベースOYATSU、玉旭酒造、福鶴酒造、小蔵亀寿堂

Facts:
- Passed down through more than 300 years of dancing
- September 1 (Tuesday)–3 (Thursday)
- Days 1 and 2: 17:00–23:00
- Day 3: 19:00–23:00
- Days 1 and 2: 16:00–24:00
- Day 3: 18:00–24:00
- Founded in 1887
- Founded in 1808
- More than 210 years of history
- Founded in 1848

## Fragrance brand SHOLAYERED launches fragrance diffusers inspired by the anime 鬼滅の刃 in its new “THE FRAME” series!

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000181815.html
- anchor: #n2082114
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セントネーションズ、SHOLAYERED、鬼滅の刃、集英社、アニプレックス、ufotable

Facts:
- Starting Aug. 19, 2026
- 13 types of fragrance diffusers
- Since its announcement in 2013
- Established: January 27, 2012
- Capital: 20 million yen

## From the latest information on September’s “Owara Kaze no Bon” and “cool-view trekking” to an early taste of autumn delicacies!

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000185619.html
- anchor: #n2082113
- Companies mentioned: 富山県、八尾町、料理旅館 北吉、VISIT富山県、新湊かに小屋、呉羽梨

Facts:
- Passed down through more than 300 years of dancing
- September 1 (Tuesday)–3 (Thursday)
- ¥6,900
- 10 million bottles

## Get the latest on “Owara Kaze no Bon” and the Kurobe-Unazuki Canyon Route! Plus, a column on the “sushi auberge” experience to enjoy in early autumn.

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000185619.html
- anchor: #n2082112
- Companies mentioned: 富山県、料理旅館 北吉、JTB、鮨しゅんじ、橋場

Facts:
- Passed down through more than 300 years of dancing
- A steep incline 815 m long with a 34° slope
- As many as 2,390 steps
- Approximately 2,700 people, limited in the first year
- Approximately 500 species live there
- Selected as No. 63

## Maintaining core performance while cutting prices by approximately 10%: New “Utsukushīzu SE” bathroom vanity

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000179566.html
- anchor: #n2082111
- Companies mentioned: パナソニック ハウジングソリューションズ株式会社

Facts:
- Price reduction of approximately 10%

## Introduces a “Mental Health Support Line for Job Offer Recipients”

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000118744.html
- anchor: #n2082110
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アクティオホールディングス、株式会社パソナセーフティネット

Facts:
- Consultation and support for job offer recipients across all group companies began Wednesday, August 19, 2026.

## Kawada Group promotes the co-evolution of AI and robots through participation in the Moonshot Research and Development Program

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000045183.html
- anchor: #n2082109
- Companies mentioned: 川田テクノロジーズ株式会社、カワダロボティクス株式会社、国立研究開発法人科学技術振興機構（JST）

Facts:
- By 2050
- Capital: 5,374,989,500 yen
- Capital: ¥100,000,000
- Number of employees: 96
- 2,419 people on a consolidated basis

## Rediscover the appeal of gummies and candy! New project “アメ組(グミ)” to boost “Gummy Day” and “Candy Day” launches Wednesday, August 26!

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000076094.html
- anchor: #n2082108
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社山星屋、株式会社浅田飴、アトリオン製菓株式会社、春日井製菓株式会社、カネカ食品株式会社、カバヤ食品株式会社、カンロ株式会社、クラシエ株式会社、株式会社扇雀飴本舗、全国農協食品株式会社、株式会社ブルボン、株式会社マンナンライフ、株式会社 明治、株式会社モントワール、UHA味覚糖株式会社、株式会社ロッテ

Facts:
- A selection of premium sweets will be awarded to 100 winners
- More than 110,000 pieces of sweets information
- Monthly users: approximately 190,000
- Followers: approximately 89,000
- Followers: approximately 71,000

## 株式会社ローソンエンタテインメント and 一般財団法人国際災害対策支援機構（FIDC）partner to launch a “tourism × disaster preparedness” initiative!

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000104656.html
- anchor: #n2082107
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ローソンエンタテインメント、ローソントラベル、株式会社ノエビアアビエーション、一般財団法人国際災害対策支援機構、FIDC、明治大学リバティアカデミー

Facts:
- Adults: 19,990 yen (tax included)
- Children: 17,990 yen (tax included) ※ Ages 3 through elementary school
- Minimum number of participants: 15

## アサヒテクノリサーチ strengthens its analytical services for “nitrosamines,” which may be generated by CO₂ capture equipment, focusing on an often-overlooked environmental risk of carbon neutrality

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000171238.html
- anchor: #n2082106
- Companies mentioned: アサヒテクノリサーチ、大手重工メーカー、産業ガスメーカー

Facts:
- The enhanced service has been available since Wednesday, August 19, 2026

## Report on the implementation of the “resource-circulation upcycling project for renewable energy equipment materials”

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000029.000019686.html
- anchor: #n2082105
- Companies mentioned: ベステラ株式会社、宏幸株式会社、日本通運株式会社、くろしお風力発電株式会社

Facts:
- Dismantling wind power facilities using the tipping method cuts emissions by approximately 40% compared with crane dismantling
- Material recycling using advanced recycling technology for wind turbine FRP blades cuts emissions by approximately 36% compared with landfill and incineration

## Glasses that protect babies’ “sight” from 0 years of age receive recognition: アンファンベビー wins the 20th Kids Design Award

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000029.000166766.html
- anchor: #n2082104
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オグラ、アンファンベビー、こどもメガネ アンファン、キッズデザイン協議会、経済産業省、内閣府、消費者庁、こども家庭庁

Facts:
- Available in sizes for extremely low birth weight infants weighing 1,000g or less
- Price: 26,400 yen (tax included)
- Capital: 35 million yen

## A collaboration campaign with 大阪ブルテオン player Yuto Kai is underway. To mark the 3rd anniversary of Panasonic Beauty OMOTESANDO, an Instagram campaign offering signed balls and Nanoe products is now running

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000033.000163417.html
- anchor: #n2082103
- Companies mentioned: パナソニック株式会社、大阪ブルテオン、THE NOTE BAR

Facts:
- 3 winners will receive a set comprising a ball signed by Yuto Kai and the “Hair Dryer Nanocare EH-NA0K.”
- Giveaway of an original 2mL perfume to mark the 3rd anniversary of the opening
- Available to the first 1,000 people (combined total for both days).

## Career social network ALUM（アルム） launches — “Your experience can help someone.” A new form of career support that connects people

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000037.000042063.html
- anchor: #n2082102
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アサイン、ALUM（アルム）

Facts:
- More than 100,000 career plan sheets have been given to individuals
- Career interviews and survey of 105 managers in their 30s and 40s
- “CAREER SUMMIT 2026,” attended by 1000 visitors

## Pilates Mee Life to open new 京成大久保店 on August 5, 2026! Small-group machine Pilates for up to 5 people, conveniently located a 2-minute walk from the station

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000038.000151208.html
- anchor: #n2082101
- Companies mentioned: Pilates Mee、Pilates Mee Life、株式会社RiAGEL

Facts:
- A 2-minute walk from Keisei Okubo Station
- Small groups of up to 5 people
- More than 130 locations nationwide

## New “Children’s Participation and Involvement” category established. Entries across a range of fields that put children at the center of society are increasing. 286 winners of the 20th Kids Design Award announced!

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000040.000020109.html
- anchor: #n2082100
- Companies mentioned: 特定非営利活動法人キッズデザイン協議会、TOPPANホールディングス株式会社、TOPPAN株式会社、iF International Forum Design GmbH、筑波大学、国立大学法人東京学芸大学、国立研究開発法人／産業技術総合研究所、NPO法人Safe Kids Japan、合同会社the paper、イガラシデザインスタジオ、武蔵野美術大学、早稲田大学、拓殖大学、神戸大学、t e c o、京都工芸繊維大学、式地香織建築設計事務所、コドモチョウナイカイ事務局、伊東建築塾、日本大学、東北芸術工科大学、Bloom Sketch、東京工科大学、日本インダストリアルデザイン協会、株式会社しくみデザイン、株式会社成瀬・猪熊建築設計事務所、国立大学法人東京科学大学、芝浦工業大学、桜美林大学、東京農業大学、UR都市機構、経済産業省、内閣府、消費者庁、こども家庭庁、東京都、株式会社ベネッセコーポレーション

Facts:
- 286 winning entries announced
- A cumulative total of 7,844 entries
- A total of 4,667 winners
- Children’s Participation and Involvement category: 33 entries
- Sensibility and Creativity Development category: 116 entries

## K.S.ロジャース株式会社 provides support for automating routine tasks using AI at Kawasaki Heavy Industries’ General Administration Headquarters

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000041.000040108.html
- anchor: #n2082099
- Companies mentioned: K.S.ロジャース株式会社、川崎重工業株式会社

Facts:
- Automation implemented for a total of 7 themes

## [アルネットホーム] wins the 2026 Kids Design Award in the Childbirth and Child-Rearing Support category for the “Kumagaya Cool Project”

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000050.000076424.html
- anchor: #n2082098
- Companies mentioned: 大賀建設株式会社、アルネットホーム、キッズデザイン協議会、株式会社TAiGAホールディングス

Facts:
- “Building homes for the 40°C era”
- High of 41.1°C (2018, the highest ever recorded in Japan at the time)
- Low of -6.4°C (2021)
- A difference of as much as 47.5°C
- High-performance model home with insulation grade 7
- Keeps the temperature difference between all rooms within 3°C
- Maintains temperatures of 17°C or higher
- High temperature of 34.5°C
- Approximately 25°C in each room
- Total floor area: 116.67㎡
- 35.29 tsubo
- Capital: 50,000,000 yen
- 238 employees

## カネリョウ海藻 showcases the appeal of seaweed at the science experience facility IMAGINUS, hosting a science workshop for parents and children

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000055.000021194.html
- anchor: #n2082097
- Companies mentioned: カネリョウ海藻株式会社、未来をつくる杉並サイエンスラボ IMAGINUS

Facts:
- A total of 38 people took part
- Another event is scheduled to be held at the same facility, IMAGINUS, in January 2027

## 日本金融教育支援機構 and 筑波大学 co-host financial education workshop for junior and senior high school students, “Road to the 4th FES Contest in Tsukuba, Ibaraki Prefecture”

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000057.000165189.html
- anchor: #n2082096
- Companies mentioned: 日本金融教育支援機構、筑波大学、さくら塾、三菱みらい育成財団

Facts:
- On August 21, 2026
- August 21, 2026
- 14:00～16:30
- Established: December 28, 2022

## Gibson to appear at “Nakatsugawa WILD WOOD 2026,” one of the largest music festivals in the Chubu region!

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000061.000120861.html
- anchor: #n2082095
- Companies mentioned: ギブソン・ブランズ・ジャパン、ギブソン・ブランズ、Original Love、CADEJO、竹内アンナ、JUN SKY WALKER(S)、The BONEZ、TEARS OF THE REBEL、Hump Back、ELLEGARDEN、Nothing's Carved In Stone、サバシスター

Facts:
- 2026年9月19日（土）・20日（日）
- More than 130 years since its founding in 1894

## デミ コスメティクス holds launch event for “FeTéE,” a new hair oil brand co-developed by Japan and South Korea!

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000062.000017911.html
- anchor: #n2082094
- Companies mentioned: 日華化学株式会社、デミ コスメティクス、MONOHA

Facts:
- Release date: Friday, September 4, 2026
- 100mL / 5,500 yen (tax included)
- 28mL / 3,300 yen (tax included)
- Approximately 330,000 total social media followers

## フレーベル館、20年連続で「キッズデザイン賞」を受賞！！～子どもたちの感性と創造力を伸ばす3作品が同時受賞～

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000064.000031335.html
- anchor: #n2082093
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フレーベル館、キッズデザイン賞

Facts:
- 20th キッズデザイン賞

## Prevent young people from leaving the prefecture and update the next generation’s views on careers! Career co-creation ecosystem “みらいいパークX in Hyogo” launches Sunday, August 30!

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000064.000048575.html
- anchor: #n2082092
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 miraii、一般社団法人あそびまなびラボ、兵庫県、兵庫県教育委員会、神戸市教育委員会、神戸商工会議所

Facts:
- August 30, 2026 (Sun.)
- Monday, Nov. 30, 2026
- Sunday, August 30, 2026, 10:00–17:00

## [東栄住宅] wins the 20th Kids Design Award for 3 projects

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000068.000071450.html
- anchor: #n2082091
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社東栄住宅、特定非営利活動法人キッズデザイン協議会

Facts:
- 3 projects won awards
- Approximately 60,000 utility poles are removed annually in the Tokyo metropolitan area
- Compressive strength 1,242 kN per pole
- Bending strength 63 kN·m

## Notice concerning the signing of a basic agreement with 株式会社ホーネット

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000068.000088876.html
- anchor: #n2082090
- Companies mentioned: スターシーズ株式会社、株式会社ホーネット、ANTファンディング

Facts:
- The agreement is valid for 1 year from the date of signing
- This basic agreement was signed on August 19, 2026

## “Aras Connect Osaka 2026” to be held on Wednesday, September 16. Osaka event to showcase the forefront of manufacturing DX, evolving through AI × PLM × digital threads

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000083.000005077.html
- anchor: #n2082089
- Companies mentioned: Aras、アラスジャパン合同会社、日産化学株式会社、パナソニック デジタル株式会社、川崎重工業、クボタ、デンソー、日産自動車、富士フイルム、三菱重工業、村田製作所、ルネサス エレクトロニクス、Airbus、Audi、Microsoft

Facts:
- Wednesday, September 16, 2026
- 10:00〜17:20

## Making its Japan debut! Tsukurie, part of the Tamura Koma Group, acquires exclusive distribution rights for “SEVY,” a leader in South Korea’s knitting culture. Preview sales begin at 伊勢丹 Shinjuku Store’s limited-time event on August 26, 2026!

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000110.000074913.html
- anchor: #n2082088
- Companies mentioned: 田村駒株式会社、株式会社ツクリエ、SEVY、伊勢丹

Facts:
- From Wednesday, August 26, through Tuesday, September 1, 2026
- Thursday, September 10, 2026, 11:00 a.m. onward
- Approximately 150 varieties when colors are included!
- 8 original-design recipes for “SEVY,” popular at its flagship store in South Korea
- A capsule toy that lets you make a mini jelly bag charm is also available. (¥500 per try)

## [SecureMemo] Equipped with a personalized proofreading feature

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000113.000052152.html
- anchor: #n2082087
- Companies mentioned: Nishika株式会社、SecureMemo、SecureMemoCloud、shirushi

Facts:
- Outstanding transcription accuracy of 96.2%
- Processes 60 minutes of audio in as little as 5 minutes
- Supports transcription and translation of audio in approximately 100 languages.
- Supports terminology from 23 industries

## [Winner of the 20th Kids Design Award] “Dream Night at Hanayashiki” makes it possible for children with severe physical and intellectual disabilities and their families to “enjoy an amusement park”

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000114.000113873.html
- anchor: #n2082086
- Companies mentioned: 特定非営利活動法人EPO、認定特定非営利活動法人フローレンス、特定非営利活動法人キッズデザイン協議会、COCOLON

Facts:
- 20th Kids Design Award
- The 2nd event is scheduled for Friday, October 9, 2026
- In fiscal 2025, community-wide efforts also won the 19th Kids Design Award Encouragement Prize (Chairperson of the Kids Design Council Award)

## 【関西外国語大学】市原一優さん（英語国際学部2年）が全日本ロードレース併催「MFJカップ JP-SPORT選手権」で、モーターサイクル界のレジェンドを抑え、堂々の総合優勝を果たしました

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000116.000151397.html
- anchor: #n2082085
- Companies mentioned: 関西外国語大学、SDG N-PLAN Racing、Motorcycle Federation of Japan、MFJカップ JP-SPORT選手権

Facts:
- Riders race around the circuit at 220 kilometers per hour

## August 19 is International VPN Day: NordVPN survey finds 1 in 4 Japanese people “cannot spend an entire day offline”

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000124.000072662.html
- anchor: #n2081953
- Companies mentioned: NordVPN、Cint、BidenCash、Russian Market、Exodus Market、Styx Market、xLeet、Wise、Revolut、Telegram、TikTok、Netflix、Office 365

Facts:
- 1 in 4 people (26%) said, “I can’t imagine spending an entire day offline”
- 23% said, “I rely on the internet for many of my hobbies”
- 25% said, “I end up checking social media while watching streaming videos”
- The median price of Japanese payment card information is about $27
- Email accounts are traded at a similar price
- Streaming services such as Netflix: under $5
- Telegram: about $12
- TikTok: about $60
- Wise account: about $899
- Revolut account: over $1,700
- Just 9% of Japanese respondents said, “I feel that much of the time I spend online is wasted”

## RPA tool “マクロマン” wins “High Performer” in the RPA Tools category of the “ITreview Grid Award 2026 Summer” for the 17th consecutive term

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000127.000055329.html
- anchor: #n2081952
- Companies mentioned: コクー株式会社、アイティクラウド株式会社、マクロマン

Facts:
- Approximately 160,000 reviews
- About 900 employees
- Women make up 82%
- ¥505 million

## Speaking at a conference on how to build “trust” that leads to business negotiations

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000129.000144521.html
- anchor: #n2081951
- Companies mentioned: カイロスマーケティング株式会社、マジセミ株式会社、Kairos3

Facts:
- Kairos3, an integrated MA and SFA tool with 2,000 implementations

## The next layer envisioned by culture-focused business hotel BASE LAYER HOTEL. BASE LAYER HOTEL _ UNION, a hub where life’s moments intersect, opens in Nagoya’s Sakae district

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000152.000074146.html
- anchor: #n2081950
- Companies mentioned: BASE LAYER HOTEL、BASE LAYER HOTEL _ UNION、株式会社GREENING、FHG HOTELS、fav hospitality group株式会社、株式会社オンザページ、株式会社シェルシュ、madsaunist、VETO、athletia、Flairge SAKAE、fav、FAV LUX、seven x seven、edit x seven

Facts:
- Opening in Nagoya’s Sakae district on Saturday, January 9, 2027
- Guest rooms: 86
- Operates 22 facilities nationwide
- 122 stores across 30 prefectures and metropolitan areas

## The ２６th Okayama Momotaro Festival, featuring the ３１st Uraja and the Family Festa

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000153.000162207.html
- anchor: #n2081949
- Companies mentioned: 岡山市、山陽新聞社、イオンモール岡山

Facts:
- The ２６th Okayama Momotaro Festival
- The ３１st Uraja
- Saturday, August ２２
- Sunday, August ２３
- About ２５０ m
- About ５５０ m

## What “getting the order wrong” means for a company’s growth: “Five-Way Good Management Seminar” on September 10 will clarify the “management measures to take now” at each growth stage

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000153.000173646.html
- anchor: #n2081948
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ルミッション

Facts:
- Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026
- 13:00–15:00

## [First event] Addressing recruitment challenges for healthcare professionals: “Healthcare Professional Recruitment Manual: Special Seminar Revealing All”

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000163.000069702.html
- anchor: #n2081947
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社あつまる

Facts:
- More than 1,000 hours of consulting
- Aug. 17, 2026
- September 7, 2026
- Oct. 19, 2026

## First in Japan: Waste window glass from building demolition sites used as a raw material for float glass

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000170.000118168.html
- anchor: #n2081946
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社大林組、ＡＧＣ株式会社、株式会社三菱UFJ銀行、三菱UFJフィナンシャル・グループ

Facts:
- Volume of waste window glass recycled (including material recycled into glass wool)
- Volume of waste window glass horizontally recycled (amount recycled into sheet glass)
- CO2 emissions reduction through horizontal recycling

## Crevo株式会社 wins the “2026 SMB Excellent Companies Award” in the Video Production category

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000175.000006966.html
- anchor: #n2081945
- Companies mentioned: Crevo株式会社、一般社団法人企業価値調査機構

Facts:
- More than 10,000 video production projects for 2,000 companies

## Wins the highest “三つ星” rating in two categories of the HDI Rating Benchmark for 3 consecutive years

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000176.000051296.html
- anchor: #n2081944
- Companies mentioned: ＳＯＭＰＯひまわり生命保険株式会社、HDI-Japan、シンクサービス株式会社

Facts:
- 3rd consecutive year
- The highest rating, “三つ星”

## At コクーンシティ (Saitama Shintoshin), the prefecture’s first スターバックス リザーブ® store and popular bakeries making their first shopping-center appearance are among the new arrivals, along with outdoor brand マムート and a succession of fashion, service and kids’ stores

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000179.000024645.html
- anchor: #n2081943
- Companies mentioned: スターバックス、スターバックス リザーブ、パルク ドゥ ベーグ プチ、マムート、プラステ、買取大吉、ブランシェス、カタクラ、コクーンシティ

Facts:
- Spend ¥15,000 or more
- Up to 30% more for trade-ins
- The 30% increase is capped at ¥100,000
- Special prices (from ¥660)
- Spend ¥3,000 or more
- ¥2,000 shopping voucher

## TD SYNNEX to hold “Inspire Japan 2026,” a comprehensive IT event, on November 19

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000191.000034623.html
- anchor: #n2081942
- Companies mentioned: TD SYNNEX株式会社、TD SYNNEX Corporation、明治大学

Facts:
- More than 1,500 attendees in 2025
- 100 countries around the world
- More than 1500 manufacturer partners

## Plushies are no longer just for display. Discover new ways to enjoy “living with your favorite character.” Pinkoi’s Fluffy Expo is coming!

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000195.000033945.html
- anchor: #n2081941
- Companies mentioned: Pinkoi、ピンコイ株式会社、香港商果翼科技股份有限公司台灣分公司、iichi株式会社、Pinkoi (HK) Limited、茶ヌキー、SKYCOFFEE Studio、wiwikoala、Bellzi、MOMOJI、Lucky me、Cotton Tree HK

Facts:
- Products: more than 12 million
- Shops: more than 50,000
- More than 6.8 million members worldwide
- Shipping destinations span 168 regions
- Employees: 115
- 220,000 views
- 25,000 total likes

## It’s back again this year: “moon-viewing” season arrives at びっくりドンキー! The “Autumn in Japan, Moon-Viewing Hamburg Steak” fair starts Wednesday, August 26, for a limited time, with a wide lineup from hamburg steaks to side dishes

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000201.000043540.html
- anchor: #n2081940
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アレフ、びっくりドンキー

Facts:
- ¥10,000 in dining vouchers
- 50 winners
- Aug. 26, 2026
- August 30, 2026
- Sept. 24, 2026

## Saishunkan Pharmaceutical is rolling out an AI voice operator under the DHK CANVAS Agent Plan for after-hours inquiries to customers of Domohorn Wrinkle, which it sells

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000222.000091540.html
- anchor: #n2081939
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社GROWTH VERSE、株式会社電話放送局、株式会社再春館製薬所

Facts:
- 毎日21時～翌9時
- Service launch: August 18
- A communications infrastructure with 7,000 lines

## Theatrical film “Bunin: Silence and Rebirth of a Genius Pianist” to be released on Blu-ray with a bonus disc featuring a long interview!

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000223.000019688.html
- anchor: #n2081938
- Companies mentioned: NHKエンタープライズ、スタニスラフ・ブーニン、中島ブーニン榮子、小山実稚恵、ジャン＝マルク・ルイサダ、桑原志織、反田恭平、亀井聖矢、中嶋 梓、小堺正記

Facts:
- On September 25, 2026
- Price: ¥10,560 (tax included)
- Main feature: 110 minutes
- Bonus disc: 40 minutes

## “Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse Outing Ticket,” a special ticket in collaboration with the “Yokohama Oktoberfest 2026” at Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse, goes on sale through Q SKIP on September 11

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000229.000023251.html
- anchor: #n2081937
- Companies mentioned: 東急電鉄株式会社、横浜高速鉄道株式会社、株式会社横浜赤レンガ、株式会社デンソーウェーブ

Facts:
- Price: ¥1,590 (tax included)
- Price: ¥860 (tax included)
- Price: ¥2,390 (tax included)
- Price: ¥1,660 (tax included)
- “Tokyu Line Minatomirai Line One-Day Pass” (1,190 yen)
- “Minatomirai Line One-Day Pass” (460 yen)
- 1 admission ticket to the “Yokohama Oktoberfest” (500 yen)
- Shopping voucher (worth 1,000 yen)

## Sponsors “DREAM FESTA 2026,” which supports children as they pursue their dreams

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000230.000066044.html
- anchor: #n2081936
- Companies mentioned: 有限会社GMコーポレーション、株式会社BE HERO、レアル・マドリード、エレクトロン

Facts:
- Participants: approximately 1,000 children
- Established on March 7, 2005

## 【初受賞】第20回キッズデザイン賞｜小学生が“夢のレトルトカレー”を企画開発する、ニシキヤキッチンの「学校のカレープロジェクト」

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000231.000079206.html
- anchor: #n2081935
- Companies mentioned: ニシキヤキッチン、株式会社にしき食品、無印良品、株式会社良品計画、岩沼市立玉浦小学校

Facts:
- 20th Kids Design Award
- Approximately 120 varieties of retort foods
- Over approximately 1 year
- A total of 9 lessons
- 2 types of curry
- 11 evacuation drills per year
- 3 group dismissal drills
- 12 disaster preparedness lessons
- Approximately 45 days after the earthquake
- 7 directly operated stores
- A line of more than 100 people
- March 1952
- 30 million

## Public support votes surpass 2 million. The 36 qualifiers in the preliminary round of “STAFF OF THE YEAR 2026,” which will determine the Reiwa era’s charismatic store staff member, advance to the next stage.

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000234.000010183.html
- anchor: #n2081934
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社バニッシュ・スタンダード、株式会社スマレジ、natural couture、WEGO、BEAMS、green label relaxing、TOMORROWLAND、UNITED ARROWS、DES PRÉS、FREAK'S STORE、COCO DEAL、GALLARDAGALANTE、BARNEYS NEW YORK、MOUSSY、YANUK、リーバイス、AOKI、NOLLEY'S、MEDOC、agnès b.、NANO universe、Zoff、ワコール、ODETTE E ODILE、R+ PLUS REGAL CORPORATION、アンダーアーマー、russet、REGAL SHOES

Facts:
- Cumulative public support votes surpass 2 million
- The apparel division narrows from 26 people to 12
- The merchandise sales division narrows from 10 people to 4
- The top 10 are selected from 24 semifinalists
- The 4 participants advancing to the NEXT AGE final stage are determined
- The number of brands using the service exceeds 3,000

## Children transform into fashion leaders! “Little on Tour,” a special photo event by KAWAII MONSTER LAND, スタジオキャラット and スタジオコフレ, will be held for a limited time from 9/14 to 18

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000237.000060054.html
- anchor: #n2081933
- Companies mentioned: KAWAII MONSTER LAND、スタジオキャラット、スタジオコフレ、株式会社キャラット

Facts:
- Price: 33,000 yen (tax included)
- Photo data: 20 images
- Time required: approximately 1 hour (approximately 20 minutes of photography)

## “The most beautiful moon of the year rising over the urban panorama” — supporting “OTSUKIMI NIGHT at SHIBUYA: Mid-Autumn Full Moon Viewing,” to be held on Thursday, September 24

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000243.000134758.html
- anchor: #n2081932
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ビクセン、渋谷スクランブルスクエア株式会社

Facts:
- The “SKY STAGE,” 229 m above ground
- Sept. 24, 2026

## 日清紡マイクロデバイスAT、半導体人財共育プラットフォーム『COGAKUSEE』に支援企業として参画

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000255.000006034.html
- anchor: #n2081931
- Companies mentioned: 日清紡マイクロデバイスAT、木村情報技術株式会社、有明高専

Facts:
- Refers to the 51 national colleges of technology (Kosen) located across Japan.
- Approximately 3,100 people were hired by semiconductor-related companies in Kyushu in fiscal 2024
- There is a shortage of approximately 550 workers.
- This represents an increase of approximately 30% compared with estimates at the time of the fiscal 2022 survey.

## 東京書籍、教科書に連動した生成AIサービス「教科書AIワカル」がキッズデザイン賞を受賞

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000255.000115774.html
- anchor: #n2081930
- Companies mentioned: 東京書籍株式会社、キッズデザイン賞

Facts:
- 20th キッズデザイン賞
- Founded in 1909 (Meiji 42)

## All 4 grudge matches in “Red Bull Revenge” revealed! Classic matches from the “Street Fighter” competitive scene reignite at 東京ゲームショウ2026

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000292.000049143.html
- anchor: #n2081929
- Companies mentioned: レッドブル・ジャパン株式会社、東京ゲームショウ2026、ストリートファイター6、Capcom Cup、EVO、Red Bull Gaming Sphere On Tour

Facts:
- Monday, September 21, 2026 (national holiday)
- Prize money of $250,000
- Japan’s “Street Fighter League” in 2024

## “Fruit Honey Ice,” offering the natural flavor of fruit, makes its debut at shaved ice specialty shop しろいくも in Kita-Senri!

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000317.000016221.html
- anchor: #n2081928
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社LIFE style、しろいくも

Facts:
- Arakawa peach shaved ice — served with green tea — ¥1,450
- Amaou strawberry shaved ice — served with green tea — ¥1,450
- Mango shaved ice — served with green tea — ¥1,450

## New merchandise from INFOLENS’s original “Mega Kyurun” series, inspired by the popular horror game “Poppy Playtime”!

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000328.000092133.html
- anchor: #n2081927
- Companies mentioned: インフォレンズ株式会社、Mob Entertainment, Inc.、Poppy Playtime、INFOLENS GEEK SHOP

Facts:
- Price: [Single] 1,100 yen (tax included)
- [Box] 6,600 yen (tax included)
- Price: [Single] 770 yen (tax included)
- [Box] 4,620 yen (tax included)
- Approximately 300 types of officially licensed merchandise
- Approximately 500 types of products

## [KAGORISE] 4 companies selected for Kagoshima Prefecture’s “Individualized Hands-On Support” program

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000355.000033909.html
- anchor: #n2081926
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社鹿児島放送、日本ガス株式会社、株式会社オービジョン、Buddycare株式会社、株式会社アルファドライブ

Facts:
- The period from the end of August 2026 to the end of February 2027
- Working with more than 300 producers

## Easily create original templates for use with “instax Biz,” the event app for instax™ “cheki”! Launch of “instax Biz™ Template Maker,” a web browser app

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000359.000013110.html
- anchor: #n2081925
- Companies mentioned: 富士フイルム株式会社、Google Inc.、Apple Inc.、アイホン株式会社、Bluetooth SIG, Inc.、株式会社デンソーウェーブ

Facts:
- Adopted at events and stores in more than 100 countries worldwide
- More than 100 million units sold cumulatively
- Launches on August 19, 2026

## Notice regarding capital and business alliance with U.S. company Actus Consulting Group (acquisition of a majority stake and addition to the group) — TCG goes global, supporting mid-sized companies entering and expanding their businesses in the U.S.

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000374.000058707.html
- anchor: #n2081924
- Companies mentioned: Actus Consulting Group、Artis New York、タナベコンサルティンググループ、TCG

Facts:
- Following the acquisition, our ownership ratio of the company’s total issued shares (on a voting rights basis) will be 94.2%
- For more than 1,000 Japanese companies entering the U.S. market
- The U.S. nominal GDP accounts for approximately 25.6% of global nominal GDP
- 日本の対米直接投資残高は...2025年末時点で126兆3,839億円を記録
- 66.5% of Japanese-affiliated companies in the U.S. expect to be profitable in 2025

## Children in Okinawa use “テラビット” to turn “questions” and “local history” into a game. Providing opportunities to learn and experience passing on local heritage through game creation in Okinawa City and Kitanakagusuku Village, Okinawa Prefecture

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000383.000113626.html
- anchor: #n2081923
- Companies mentioned: サイバーステップ株式会社、サイバーステップホールディングス株式会社、さんすうカフェ、越来白椿会、沖縄県立美来工科高等学校、テラビット

Facts:
- 2026年7月30日（木）と31日（金）
- Participants: 15 people
- Participants: 30 people
- Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026 (national holiday)

## AI面接経験者の約8割「企業への志望度が上がった」、AI面接導入企業に「効率的」「先進的」の声 ーHUGAN調べ

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000402.000072123.html
- anchor: #n2081922
- Companies mentioned: ラグザス株式会社、HUGAN

Facts:
- 77.8% said that taking an AI interview increased their interest in the company
- 84.4% said their first impression of AI interviews was “good”
- “Efficient” was the most common impression of companies using AI interviews, at 36.7%
- “Forward-looking”: 27.8%
- “Rational”: 22.2%
- “Cold” and “does not value applicants”: 3.3% each
- Number of respondents: 90 (61 men, 29 women)

## Bandai’s official “Gashapon®” specialty store opens: “Gashapon Bandai Official Shop” at Zaza Central Building opens Friday, August 21, 2026!

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000469.000159118.html
- anchor: #n2081921
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社バンダイナムコエクスペリエンス、株式会社バンダイナムコアミューズメント、株式会社バンダイ

Facts:
- 280 machines showcased together
- 53.5㎡ (about 16.2 tsubo)
- 価格：300円/1回(全5種)
- 価格：400円/1回(全5種)
- 価格：500円/1回(全4種)
- 価格：500円/1回(全6種)

## Bandai’s official “Gashapon®” specialty shop opens: Gashapon Bandai Official Shop at Central Cinema Sanko, opening on Friday, August 21, 2026!

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000470.000159118.html
- anchor: #n2081920
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社バンダイナムコエクスペリエンス、株式会社バンダイナムコアミューズメント、株式会社バンダイ、株式会社ギフティ、Amazon.com, Inc.、株式会社セブン・カードサービス、KDDI株式会社、株式会社NTTカードソリューション

Facts:
- Showcasing 210 machines together
- 価格：500円/1回(全8種)
- 価格：400円/1回(全5種)
- 価格：300円/1回(全5種)
- Win 500 yen in “Eraberu Pay®” on the spot

## ネオキャリア、北海道中標津町で空き家再生を手がける株式会社リサイエを子会社化

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000492.000011666.html
- anchor: #n2081919
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ネオキャリア、株式会社リサイエ、株式会社ふるさと開拓ラボ

Facts:
- There are 9,002,000 vacant homes nationwide
- The vacant house rate is 13.8%
- Acquires a 51% stake

## Showcasing the 2026 Autumn & Winter Collection “Design with Drama” on August 21, proposing a luxurious, dramatic autumn lifestyle

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000506.000021410.html
- anchor: #n2081918
- Companies mentioned: Francfranc

Facts:
- 1-seater: 49,000 yen each / 2-seater: 69,000 yen each
- 35,800 yen each
- 19,000 yen each
- 42,800 yen each
- 19,800 yen each
- TV stand: 59,800 yen each / Extension part: 10,000 yen each※2
- 3,500 yen
- 4,000 yen
- 2,500 yen each

## Official website and statement for “Tokyo Beauty Week 2026” released

- Published: 2026-08-19T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000512.000005126.html
- anchor: #n2081917
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アイスタイル、Tokyo Beauty Week実行委員会

Facts:
- 2026年11月18日（水）〜11月24日（火）の7日間
- 51 brands
- 16 venues
- More than 10,000 visitors
- Capital: 8.99 billion yen