AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-19 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 3 of 8https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.htmlOne 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.en STRIDE LAB Tokyo flagship store reopens on Aug. 19, with a permanent outdoor gear floor. Walking, running, climbing—all under one roof.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081862https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081862Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Limited quantity] Nordic premium kitchen brand Aarke unveils “Heritage Green,” a limited-edition color marking the 10th anniversary of its popular carbonated water makerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081861https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081861Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【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https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081860https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081860Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES みんなのコード’s “みんなで生成AIコース” wins the 20th Kids Design Awardhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081859https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081859Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Make “What should I feed them today?” easier. ヨシケイ’s “Baby Food Recipe Search Site” wins the 20th Kids Design Awardhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081858https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081858Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES L Message now lets users specify which notifications they receive and whenhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081857https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081857Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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.).https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081856https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081856Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081866https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081866Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:09:38 +0900JapanPR TIMES Japanese organic brand Be to hold a POP UP STORE at TSUTAYA BOOKSTORE MARUNOUCHI in Tokyo's Marunouchi Buildinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081867https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081867Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:08:21 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081868https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081868Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:08:12 +0900JapanPR TIMES PBR LENDING expands toward 10,000 members and achieves automated deposit processing without manual data entryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081869https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081869Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:05:36 +0900JapanPR TIMES ‘Commute in Shorts Support Project’ campaign extended through Aug. 31 following popular demandhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081870https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081870Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:05:13 +0900JapanPR TIMES WeaveX representative Toyazaki appointed as accompanying adviser for the Shizuoka Prefecture-contracted ‘Recruitment Branding Promotion Project’ run by 静岡新聞社https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081871https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081871Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:05:11 +0900JapanPR TIMES 顔パスお迎えKIDSCALL wins the 20th Kids Design Awardhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081872https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081872Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:05:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Call for Entries] Applications open for the Japan Social Startup AWARD, recognizing business plans that tackle social issues! (2026/8/19–2026/9/30)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081873https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081873Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:02:00 +0900JapanPR TIMES [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!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081874https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081874Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:01:57 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 businesshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081875https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081875Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:01:46 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081876https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081876Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:01:23 +0900JapanPR TIMES Study of physical AI technology, markets and policy: forecast of 189 trillion yen by 2040https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081877https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081877Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:42 +0900JapanPR TIMES The Nylon Double Rip series, also recommended for everyday wear in fall and winter, launches Aug. 21, 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081878https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081878Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:23 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【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https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081879https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081879Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:20 +0900JapanPR TIMES A 1-month experience of “analog” through the five senses. Audio-Technica × Vinyl Delivery Service × SKWAT “Analog Market” opens September 2https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081880https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081880Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:08 +0900JapanPR TIMES Cumulative series sales top 65,000 units! The flagship model evolves with an officially proportioned designhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081881https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081881Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:04 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 establishedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082124https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082124Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES “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-Septemberhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082123https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082123Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [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)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082122https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082122Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES “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 deprivationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082121https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082121Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Inspired by Japan’s traditional color palette, “kasane no irome,” LASTFRAME launches new additions to its “KASANE” serieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082120https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082120Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES “デザインのがっこう,” a design school for elementary school students, wins the 20th Kids Design Award!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082119https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082119Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Berpy’s toddler cutlery “にぎぱく スプーンフォークセット” wins the 20th Kids Design Awardhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082118https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082118Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 futurehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082117https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082117Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082116https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082116Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES From summer to autumn: Discover the appeal of Yatsuo, the setting for “Owara Kaze no Bon,” which heralds autumn in Toyama.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082115https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082115Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Fragrance brand SHOLAYERED launches fragrance diffusers inspired by the anime 鬼滅の刃 in its new “THE FRAME” series!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082114https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082114Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES From the latest information on September’s “Owara Kaze no Bon” and “cool-view trekking” to an early taste of autumn delicacies!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082113https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082113Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082112https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082112Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Maintaining core performance while cutting prices by approximately 10%: New “Utsukushīzu SE” bathroom vanityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082111https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082111Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Introduces a “Mental Health Support Line for Job Offer Recipients”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082110https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082110Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Kawada Group promotes the co-evolution of AI and robots through participation in the Moonshot Research and Development Programhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082109https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082109Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082108https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082108Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082107https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082107Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 neutralityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082106https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082106Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Report on the implementation of the “resource-circulation upcycling project for renewable energy equipment materials”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082105https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082105Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 Awardhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082104https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082104Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 runninghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082103https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082103Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Career social network ALUM（アルム） launches — “Your experience can help someone.” A new form of career support that connects peoplehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082102https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082102Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 stationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082101https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082101Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082100https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082100Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 Headquartershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082099https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082099Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [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”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082098https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082098Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 childrenhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082097https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082097Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082096https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082096Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Gibson to appear at “Nakatsugawa WILD WOOD 2026,” one of the largest music festivals in the Chubu region!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082095https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082095Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082094https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082094Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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～https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082093https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082093Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082092https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082092Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [東栄住宅] wins the 20th Kids Design Award for 3 projectshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082091https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082091Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Notice concerning the signing of a basic agreement with 株式会社ホーネットhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082090https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082090Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES “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 threadshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082089https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082089Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082088https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082088Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [SecureMemo] Equipped with a personalized proofreading featurehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082087https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082087Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [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”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082086https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082086Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【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https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082085https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2082085Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES August 19 is International VPN Day: NordVPN survey finds 1 in 4 Japanese people “cannot spend an entire day offline”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081953https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081953Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 termhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081952https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081952Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Speaking at a conference on how to build “trust” that leads to business negotiationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081951https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081951Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 districthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081950https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081950Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES The ２６th Okayama Momotaro Festival, featuring the ３１st Uraja and the Family Festahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081949https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081949Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 stagehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081948https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081948Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [First event] Addressing recruitment challenges for healthcare professionals: “Healthcare Professional Recruitment Manual: Special Seminar Revealing All”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081947https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081947Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES First in Japan: Waste window glass from building demolition sites used as a raw material for float glasshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081946https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081946Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Crevo株式会社 wins the “2026 SMB Excellent Companies Award” in the Video Production categoryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081945https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081945Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Wins the highest “三つ星” rating in two categories of the HDI Rating Benchmark for 3 consecutive yearshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081944https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081944Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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’ storeshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081943https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081943Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES TD SYNNEX to hold “Inspire Japan 2026,” a comprehensive IT event, on November 19https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081942https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081942Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Plushies are no longer just for display. Discover new ways to enjoy “living with your favorite character.” Pinkoi’s Fluffy Expo is coming!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081941https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081941Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 disheshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081940https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081940Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 sellshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081939https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081939Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Theatrical film “Bunin: Silence and Rebirth of a Genius Pianist” to be released on Blu-ray with a bonus disc featuring a long interview!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081938https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081938Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES “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 11https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081937https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081937Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Sponsors “DREAM FESTA 2026,” which supports children as they pursue their dreamshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081936https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081936Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【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」https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081935https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081935Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081934https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081934Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 18https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081933https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081933Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES “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 24https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081932https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081932Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081931https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081931Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081930https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081930Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081929https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081929Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES “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!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081928https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081928Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES New merchandise from INFOLENS’s original “Mega Kyurun” series, inspired by the popular horror game “Poppy Playtime”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081927https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081927Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [KAGORISE] 4 companies selected for Kagoshima Prefecture’s “Individualized Hands-On Support” programhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081926https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081926Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Easily create original templates for use with “instax Biz,” the event app for instax™ “cheki”! Launch of “instax Biz™ Template Maker,” a web browser apphttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081925https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081925Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081924https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081924Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 Prefecturehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081923https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081923Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081922https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081922Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Bandai’s official “Gashapon®” specialty store opens: “Gashapon Bandai Official Shop” at Zaza Central Building opens Friday, August 21, 2026!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081921https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081921Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Bandai’s official “Gashapon®” specialty shop opens: Gashapon Bandai Official Shop at Central Cinema Sanko, opening on Friday, August 21, 2026!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081920https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081920Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081919https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081919Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Showcasing the 2026 Autumn & Winter Collection “Design with Drama” on August 21, proposing a luxurious, dramatic autumn lifestylehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081918https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081918Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Official website and statement for “Tokyo Beauty Week 2026” releasedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081917https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260819-12/index-en-p3.html#n2081917Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES