# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-19 18:00–21:00 JST｜Page 1 of 3

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 178 items from 4 sources; Japan, 117 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## ABEMA original romantic reality show series “今日、好きになりました。” to hold a one-day-only premium bus tour, the “KyoSuki” “Love Comes True Bus” tour!

- Published: 2026-08-19T20:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003821.000064643.html
- anchor: #n2088399
- Companies mentioned: ABEMA、NON STYLE

Facts:
- Entered its 10th year in fiscal 2026
- For one day only on Monday, August 10, 2026

## [Exhibitor Announcement] Aurora Mobile株式会社 to exhibit at “AI 博覧会 Summer 2026” — live demonstrations of GPTBots.ai, EngageLab and Modellix.ai

- Published: 2026-08-19T20:39:41+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000032.000179486.html
- anchor: #n2088400
- Companies mentioned: Aurora Mobile株式会社、Aurora Mobile Limited、GPTBots.ai、EngageLab、Modellix.ai、AIsmiley

Facts:
- August 26 (Wednesday)–27 (Thursday), 2026
- August 26 (Wednesday), 2026, 10:00–18:00
- August 27 (Thursday), 10:00–17:00

## Wakana Matsumoto makes a surprise appearance as narrator of an in-show documentary on ABEMA original drama “バカンスの法則”! Her affectionate, acerbic narration adds color to an up-close video featuring Ryo Katsumata as “Konta,” drawing a strong response

- Published: 2026-08-19T20:33:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003820.000064643.html
- anchor: #n2088401
- Companies mentioned: ABEMA、AbemaTV, Inc.、Tyken、and pictures、トライアムズ

Facts:
- 18 episodes in total
- 1話15分
- 8 p.m.

## [Kobe Maiko, hotel with spectacular views] A new hot-and-cold dessert, “Chou au Chocolat,” launches August 20 (Thursday), available exclusively during cafe hours!

- Published: 2026-08-19T20:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000299.000165726.html
- anchor: #n2088402
- Companies mentioned: 明海グループ株式会社、シーサイドホテル舞子ビラ神戸、テラスレストラン「サントロペ」

Facts:
- Price: 1,500 yen (tax and service charge included)
- Premium high-cacao chocolate sauce made with 64.5% cacao from Spain

## XLEDIA updates D180D luminous-flux maintenance rate information on product page

- Published: 2026-08-19T20:29:39+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000038.000173067.html
- anchor: #n2088392
- Companies mentioned: XLEDIA、日本エクスレディア株式会社

Facts:
- Estimated luminous-flux maintenance rate of 94% after 40,000 hours
- After 40,000 hours

## Actress Marina Ozawa appointed official ambassador for bonsai brand “JUME BONSAI”

- Published: 2026-08-19T20:26:18+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000169186.html
- anchor: #n2088393
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社JUME、眞利子盆栽園、JUME BONSAI、ロジエ

Facts:
- Friday, Aug. 7, 2026

## [TAC Civil Service] Overcome your struggles with “quantitative reasoning,” a subject that can determine whether you pass or fail! TAC’s online trial lecture to turn despair into hope takes place 8/26 (Wednesday)

- Published: 2026-08-19T20:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002785.000021078.html
- anchor: #n2088394
- Companies mentioned: TAC株式会社

Facts:
- To be held online on August 26 (Wednesday)
- August 26 (Wednesday), 19:30–20:30

## CyberX JP changes its name to “Genelith Technologies” — becoming an AI infrastructure company that continually learns the “judgment” of manufacturing industry experts

- Published: 2026-08-19T20:12:56+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000144761.html
- anchor: #n2088384
- Companies mentioned: Genelith Technologies株式会社、CyberX JP株式会社、NVIDIA、Microsoft、Google

Facts:
- Dated July 30, 2026
- April 2024

## [TAC Civil Service] Online event on August 27 (Thursday), 2026! “Your Instructor Speaks! Choosing a Course and the Strengths of TAC Students”

- Published: 2026-08-19T20:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002738.000021078.html
- anchor: #n2088385
- Companies mentioned: TAC株式会社、TAC公務員講座

Facts:
- August 27 (Thursday), 2026, 20:00–21:00

## Selected 12 companies for the 3rd program by “Techstars,” a world-class global accelerator!

- Published: 2026-08-19T20:03:24+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006850.000052467.html
- anchor: #n2088386
- Companies mentioned: 東京都、Techstars、Techstars, LLC、Techstars Tokyo、JETRO、内閣府、経済産業省、Ajiwow、AraBat、Borderless、FeatureBox AI、Galvano、Simplexity、Pensata、Verba、Vidi Labs、Voygic、Wiillow、Ziva、三井不動産

Facts:
- 12 selected startups
- Invested in more than 5,000 companies
- Produced 29 unicorns
- Combined market capitalization of approximately $348 billion
- １社12万ドルまで

## “Those who weave the future make it sing.” At a milestone in 東京大学’s 150th anniversary. Charity event “Wrapping The Earth in 東京大学” to be held October 18 (Sunday) at Yasuda Auditorium

- Published: 2026-08-19T20:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000143304.html
- anchor: #n2088388
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人クロノス保全財団、株式会社クロノス財団、東京大学、CAMPFIRE

Facts:
- Doors open at 16:00 on Sunday, October 18, 2026
- 東京大学, which will mark its 150th anniversary in 2027
- A symbol of knowledge built over 150 years
- Hugging the Earth with 24 million people

## Online “Occupational Physician Fast-Track Training Course (6 sessions total)” to be held starting November 2026

- Published: 2026-08-19T20:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005020.000003670.html
- anchor: #n2088387
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クリーク・アンド・リバー社、株式会社メディカル・プリンシプル社、帝京大学大学院公衆衛生学研究科、アッシュコンサルティングサービス合同会社、近畿大学法学部、株式会社PONO、民間医局

Facts:
- 6-session course
- Capacity: 35 people
- Course A (for those wishing to attend all 6 sessions): 39,600 yen (tax included)
- Course B (for those wishing to attend only the special lecture in session 3): 6,600 yen (tax included)
- Approximately 185,000 registered members, including physicians and medical students
- Approximately 19,000 contracted medical institutions
- Approximately 65,000 referrals annually

## “ASOBIEXPO 2026” closes after showcasing a diverse range of cultures; announces a 2nd consecutive year in Hawaii and a nationwide audition

- Published: 2026-08-19T19:55:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000858.000017258.html
- anchor: #n2088320
- Companies mentioned: アソビシステム、FRUITS ZIPPER、トヨタ、コニック、CANDY TUNE、KAWAII LAB.、PiKi、Kizuna AI、新しい学校のリーダーズ、CUTIE STREET、きゃりーぱみゅぱみゅ、ASOBIEXPO HAWAII Committee、JTB Hawaii Travel, LLC、ホノルル フェスティバル財団

Facts:
- Event date: Monday, March 8, 2027
- 9 cities nationwide
- 6 years old
- 34 years old
- August 18–October 31, 2026
- July 28, 2026–October 31, 2026

## [Management] How can you build an organization where people grow and results follow? Free seminar on 9/28 (Monday): “Nurturing the Future of Organizations Through Dialogue — Let’s Grow Our Teams and Organizations,” 9th session

- Published: 2026-08-19T19:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005026.000003670.html
- anchor: #n2088252
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クリーク・アンド・リバー社、C&R社

Facts:
- A free online seminar on September 28 (Monday) for team leaders, managers and those aspiring to these roles
- An archived recording of the 7th session in this seminar series, held previously, will also be streamed on September 14 (Monday).
- ■ Capacity: 60 participants per session
- Since its founding in 1990, C&R社 has

## Major update released for AI smart notebook “iFLYTEK AINOTE 2”

- Published: 2026-08-19T19:28:58+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000060.000078962.html
- anchor: #n2088178
- Companies mentioned: iFLYTEK JAPAN AI SOLUTIONS株式会社、iFLYTEK

Facts:
- 10.65-inch E-Ink display
- ノートへ挿入できるPDFは1ファイルあたり50MB以内
- More than 130 million users
- More than 1.75 million AINOTE users
- More than 4.13 billion devices
- More than 10 million partners

## Holds the 5th meeting of the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake Support Coordination Council

- Published: 2026-08-19T19:25:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006852.000052467.html
- anchor: #n2088179
- Companies mentioned: 東京都、熊本県、警視庁、総務局、水道局、下水道局、住宅政策本部、環境局、福祉局、財務局、産業労働局、スポーツ推進本部、スタートアップ戦略推進本部、東京消防庁、交通局

Facts:
- A total of 133 Tokyo Metropolitan Government employees and others dispatched
- Provided 4,500 bottles of liquid infant formula
- Approximately 9,800 heatstroke-prevention watches
- Approximately 200 radiative-cooling sheets

## [50% OFF on 楽天市場] “POCKAM P10” tablet featuring Android 16 and Gemini AI drops from 32,800 yen to 16,400 yen! Full set with keyboard at a limited-time price

- Published: 2026-08-19T19:21:42+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000355.000127114.html
- anchor: #n2088180
- Companies mentioned: POCKAM、楽天市場、Google、Unisoc

Facts:
- Regular price: 32,800 yen (tax included)
- 16,400 yen (tax included)
- 50% OFF
- Up to 48GB RAM
- 128GB storage
- Expandable with a microSD card of up to 2TB
- 90Hz display
- Large-capacity 7000mAh battery
- Operates at up to 2.0GHz

## Rapper RUNE999, who drew attention for appearing in “ラヴ上等2,” steps up activity on a new stage

- Published: 2026-08-19T19:13:25+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000515.000141380.html
- anchor: #n2088106
- Companies mentioned: RUNE999、株式会社BUZZ FACTORY、株式会社BUZZ GROUP、River Side House

Facts:
- Charted at No. 46 on the iTunes Store Hip-Hop Top Songs chart
- iTunes HIPHOPアルバムチャート1位を獲得

## Chatlock to strengthen its overseas business and domestic sales structure. | Hiring a full-time sales assistant in Chuo Ward, Tokyo

- Published: 2026-08-19T19:12:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000071.000182000.html
- anchor: #n2088107
- Companies mentioned: チャットロック株式会社、Chatlock

Facts:
- Number of planned hires: 1

## SWEET STEADY releases new song “ちょーだいHAPPY！” by meiyo, creator of a hit viral track

- Published: 2026-08-19T19:12:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000860.000017258.html
- anchor: #n2088108
- Companies mentioned: SWEET STEADY、meiyo、アソビシステム、KAWAII LAB.、ぴあアリーナMM、厚木市文化会館、フェニーチェ堺、Niterra日本特殊陶業市民会館、SGC HALL ARIAKE

Facts:
- Wednesday, August 19, 2026
- Sunday, August 23
- Starting in November

## Toua’s new track “Haute Couture” from the 1st Digital Album is available for early streaming， a Toua-style runway anthem dedicated to everyone who keeps moving forward with confidence in their own style

- Published: 2026-08-19T19:08:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000859.000017258.html
- anchor: #n2088109
- Companies mentioned: Toua、Zepp Shinjuku (TOKYO)、BG

Facts:
- Release date: September 16, 2026 (Wednesday)
- Date and time：September 20， 2026 (Sunday)
- More than 16 million views
- Surpassed 1 million channel subscribers
- More than 3 million total social media followers

## VML launches new joint training program for businesses； “Practical Autonomous Driving Development Course: Introductory Edition” to be held in Tokyo on October 2

- Published: 2026-08-19T19:03:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000122334.html
- anchor: #n2088110
- Companies mentioned: Virtual Motorsport Lab Inc.、WRC

Facts:
- Friday， October 2， 2026
- 10:00〜17:00
- Capacity: 12 people
- 1名あたり85,000円
- Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026

## Welcome the new autumn a little early。 “Poodle Visage Lumière Douce” to launch first at 髙島屋

- Published: 2026-08-19T19:00:40+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000026.000169347.html
- anchor: #n2088111
- Companies mentioned: PAUL & JOE BEAUTE、髙島屋

Facts:
- Price per set：¥7,480 (tax included)
- Refill：¥5,500 (tax included)
- Special case with brush：¥1,980 (tax included)
- 専用 brush：¥880 (tax included)
- 9,900 yen (tax included)

## REJECT streamer dtto. to release “dtto. Birthday Goods 2026”

- Published: 2026-08-19T19:00:26+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000623.000050979.html
- anchor: #n2088112
- Companies mentioned: REJECT、dtto.

Facts:
- Retail price：¥10,700 (tax included)
- Price: ¥6,500 (tax included)
- Price: ¥1,800 (tax included)
- Retail price：¥1,200 (tax included)
- REJECT is an esports team established in 2018。

## Korean skincare brand “イズエンツリー(ISNTREE)” to hold limited-time POP UP event “イズエンツリー うるおいスタンド”！

- Published: 2026-08-19T19:00:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000175138.html
- anchor: #n2088113
- Companies mentioned: イズエンツリー(ISNTREE)、合同会社TYCHE、NCT JAEMIN

Facts:
- Spend ¥3,500 or more (tax included)
- 3,000 yen or more, tax included
- 5,000 yen or more including tax
- 10,000 yen or more including tax

## Visitor numbers at “Moving Ukiyo-e Exhibition HIROSHIMA”， produced by 一旗， surpass 20,000； commemorative ceremony held。 An immersive digital art museum where visitors can experience the world of ukiyo-e， which has attracted a cumulative total of more than 600,000 visitors worldwide

- Published: 2026-08-19T19:00:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000489.000046440.html
- anchor: #n2088114
- Companies mentioned: 一旗、広島テレビ、シーズライブ、テレビ愛知、パナソニックコネクト、キャライノベイト、ヤマハ

Facts:
- Visitor numbers surpass 20,000
- Over 300 works by world-renowned ukiyo-e artists
- General admission: 2,200 yen
- Students (high school, university and vocational school): ¥1,500
- Children (ages 4 through junior high school): ¥700
- Seniors (ages 65 and older): ¥1,900
- General admission: 2,000 yen
- Students (high school, university and vocational school): ¥1,300
- Children (ages 4 through junior high school): ¥600
- Seniors (65 and older): ¥1,700

## Question letter submitted to the director of the Osaka City Public Health Center — regarding the consistency between documents the 厚生労働省 said it “does not possess” and 大阪市’s announcement about “puberulic acid”

- Published: 2026-08-19T19:00:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000077.000182444.html
- anchor: #n2088115
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社薫製倶楽部、小林製薬株式会社、大阪市、厚生労働省、国立医薬品食品衛生研究所、大阪健康安全基盤研究所

Facts:
- On August 18， Reiwa 8， a question letter was submitted to the director of the 大阪市 Public Health Center
- Response deadline：targeting September 1， Reiwa 8

## 【株式会社アシタへ】Starring 江守沙矢！ A teacher infiltrates the warped class society of an elite girls’ school and brings its vicious young ladies to justice！ BUMP produces new original series “The Lying Saints”

- Published: 2026-08-19T19:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000097979.html
- anchor: #n2088128
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アシタへ、emole株式会社、BUMP

Facts:
- Total downloads：3 million
- 5 billion views
- 20 episodes in total

## Taking on the dark side of 食べログ！？ The real reason Nagoya’s popular cafe “THE LAB NAGOYA” decided to introduce a paid “食べログ” plan despite expecting criticism， and its commitment to Nagoya’s famed gâteau au chocolat。

- Published: 2026-08-19T19:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000027.000076024.html
- anchor: #n2088127
- Companies mentioned: SERENDIPITY株式会社、THE LAB NAGOYA、THE chocola、食べログ

Facts:
- THE chocola ¥8000
- Delivery currently takes up to 2 years

## “KAZUKI HOSOKI LEGENDARY RAP TEES Vol.2，” featuring 細木数子， goes on presale from Friday， Aug. 21！

- Published: 2026-08-19T19:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000036.000138846.html
- anchor: #n2088126
- Companies mentioned: 細木数子、HOMEGAME TOKYO、NEW ERA（ニューエラ）、HOMEGAME

Facts:
- PRICE : ¥11,000-(tax included)

## OASIZ launches open recruitment for its screenwriter discovery and development project to support business expansion， starting Wednesday， August 19

- Published: 2026-08-19T19:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000044.000100857.html
- anchor: #n2088125
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社OASIZ、ネスレ日本、JAL（日本航空）、ロート製薬、カゴメ、Pairs、マイナビショードラアワード

Facts:
- Cumulative views across the platform：approximately 5.5 billion
- 1動画あたりの平均再生回数は75万回にのぼり
- The debut work “Friendship Cancellation Circle” has garnered more than 5 million views on TikTok

## Starring 江守沙矢！ A teacher infiltrates the warped class society of an elite girls’ school and brings its vicious young ladies to justice！ BUMP’s new original series “The Lying Saints” begins exclusive streaming on Wednesday， August 19

- Published: 2026-08-19T19:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000177.000039336.html
- anchor: #n2088124
- Companies mentioned: emole株式会社、BUMP、株式会社アシタへ

Facts:
- 20 episodes in total
- 4 million total downloads
- 6.5 billion views

## b-monster、初の九州進出。「イオンモール福岡スタジオ」を2026年11月オープン

- Published: 2026-08-19T19:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000182.000081179.html
- anchor: #n2088123
- Companies mentioned: b-monster、イオンモール福岡スタジオ、株式会社ワールドフィット、BEYOND、Pilates KASANE、BeEARTH、CRONOS

Facts:
- Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
- 2026年10月1日（木）〜10月31日（土）
- Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026
- April 2017

## バッカス launches “Sour Folic Acid conocoto” folic acid supplement

- Published: 2026-08-19T19:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000306.000021504.html
- anchor: #n2088122
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セレス、株式会社バッカス

Facts:
- １日あたり400㎍摂取
- 妊婦の１日当たりの葉酸摂取量の平均値は218㎍
- Contains 700 µg of folic acid
- 24 mg of iron
- 4 mg of vitamin B6
- 200 million lactic acid bacteria
- Net weight：52.8 g
- Price：¥6,600

## New merchandise based on the hit BL comic “Weather Forecast”， which has surpassed 30 million cumulative downloads， to be released！！

- Published: 2026-08-19T19:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000768.000009284.html
- anchor: #n2088121
- Companies mentioned: NTTソルマーレ株式会社、タピオカ、シーモアコミックス、Ficus、コミックシーモア、MangaPlaza

Facts:
- More than 40 million monthly users
- More than 1.94 million titles available， including comics
- More than 2,500 original comics
- More than 4.48 million customer reviews
- More than 61,700 free titles
- More than 1,600 great-value campaigns

## Visitor numbers surpass 20,000！ “Moving Ukiyo-e Exhibition HIROSHIMA” now underway to popular acclaim

- Published: 2026-08-19T19:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000980.000014948.html
- anchor: #n2088120
- Companies mentioned: 広島テレビ、シーズライブ、一旗、テレビ愛知、広島もとまち水族館、パナソニックコネクト、キャライノベイト、ヤマハ、アソビュー！、ローソンチケット、チケットぴあ、セブンチケット、楽天トラベル観光体験、tabiwa、KLOOK、ローソン、セブンイレブン、ファミリーマート

Facts:
- Visitor numbers surpass 20,000
- More than 300 works by ukiyo-e artists
- General admission: 2,200 yen
- Students (high school, university and vocational school): ¥1,500
- Children (ages 4 through junior high school): ¥700
- Seniors (ages 65 and older): ¥1,900

## Distribution of the 2026-27 season opening posters begins

- Published: 2026-08-19T19:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001462.000036112.html
- anchor: #n2088119
- Companies mentioned: 沖縄バスケットボール株式会社、琉球ゴールデンキングス、千葉ジェッツ、パース・ワイルドキャッツ、茨城ロボッツ、NBL、沖縄サントリーアリーナ

Facts:
- 2026-27 season
- Monday， September 7
- Thursday， September 10
- Tuesday， September 15
- 19:35 kickoff

## 【timelesz’s Daiki Shinozuka appears】Following the announcement that the film “Incinerator” will be released， Kaori Ekuni’s “すいかの匂い”， which contains the original story， is attracting attention！ Major reprint decided！

- Published: 2026-08-19T19:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003190.000047877.html
- anchor: #n2088118
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社新潮社、timelesz

Facts:
- 【List price】¥649 (tax included)

## Shiho Kato wears a look of love on the cover of “CanCam”♡ The unexpected bonus！？ A collaboration notebook with “極上!!めちゃモテ委員長”！！

- Published: 2026-08-19T19:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003821.000013640.html
- anchor: #n2088117
- Companies mentioned: CanCam、小学館、極上!!めちゃモテ委員長、TWS、ちゃお、日本化粧品検定協会、仮面ライダーギーツ、修学旅行で仲良くないグループに入りました

Facts:
- Price: 1,300 yen (tax included)
- Price: ¥1,400 (tax included)
- Price: ¥1,200 (tax included)
- 64 pages in total
- Across 47 pages

## 【For product development professionals】Team collaboration transformed by AI agents； free seminar on Saturday， 9/12： “A new way of working that connects product， UX， and development”

- Published: 2026-08-19T19:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005025.000003670.html
- anchor: #n2088116
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クリーク・アンド・リバー社、Bank of America、Disney、Berlitz、Volvo、ADP

Facts:
- Saturday， September 12， 2026， 10:00–11:00
- 60 people
- Founded in 1990

## Chosen by clients who say， “I want to work with this person again。” Make listening your profession： the Active Listening Professional Training Course opens its 1st cohort on September 26， 2026

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:56:56+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000080408.html
- anchor: #n2088034
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Lively、一般社団法人アクティブリスニング協会、国際コーチング連盟、イギリス心理学会

Facts:
- More than 1,000 assessment interviews
- More than 200 people trained as listeners
- Sept. 26, 2026

## TOKYO Toy Show 2026 press conference / Japan Toy Awards 2026 awards ceremony。 Toy trends for 2026 are “toys reflecting social trends” and “nostalgia toys”

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:55:54+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000164389.html
- anchor: #n2088035
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人日本玩具協会、株式会社タカラトミー、株式会社メガハウス、株式会社バンダイ、株式会社BANDAI SPIRITS、株式会社エポック社、株式会社ビバリー、ウォルト・ディズニー・ジャパン株式会社

Facts:
- Made up of 191 domestic toy manufacturers and organizations
- Entries were received from 44 companies， comprising 356 products
- The toy market in fiscal 2025 was worth ¥1.1664 trillion， 106.3% of the previous fiscal year
- Card games and trading cards have grown to account for approximately 30% of the overall market (approximately ¥338.4 billion)
- Retail price (tax included)：¥13,970
- Retail price (tax included)：¥4,378
- Retail price (tax included)：¥10,670
- Retail price (tax included): ¥7,480

## BtoBの値上げ、何％が正解？価格改定の決め方から顧客説明までをまとめた完全ガイドを無料公開

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:54:25+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000186443.html
- anchor: #n2088036
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社くるみバディ、株式会社くるみ

Facts:
- Capital: 5,000,000 yen
- A 90-day action plan focused on gross profit and retention

## What should you check before adopting generative AI services? Free procurement, contract and data management checklist

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:53:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000186443.html
- anchor: #n2088037
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社くるみバディ、株式会社くるみ

Facts:
- Capital: 5,000,000 yen
- Publication date: Aug. 19, 2026

## Smartphone-focused full-scale online RPG Sword and Magic Logres: Goddess of Ancient Times <Rate-up event for the 2 limited-time weapons “Terawitch” and “Cradle”!

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:52:25+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002313.000016719.html
- anchor: #n2088038
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マーベラス、Aiming Inc.

Facts:
- It has surpassed 9 million downloads worldwide
- Through 2026/9/1 (Tue.) 23:59
- Through 2026/9/2 (Wed.) 10:59
- We will gift 100 Summer Gacha Tickets upon your first login during the campaign period

## 【Dior】Drew Starkey wears ディオール on the Today show

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:51:27+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003045.000008795.html
- anchor: #n2088039
- Companies mentioned: ディオール、クリスチャン・ディオール

Facts:
- TEL: 0120-02-1947

## Tokai region’s largest outdoor Halloween entertainment event, “Hikari to Monogatari 2026,” to be held on Saturday, Oct. 31, at the Nagara River in Gifu

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:48:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000188941.html
- anchor: #n2088040
- Companies mentioned: ひかりとものがたり実行委員会、東映ビデオ、テレビ朝日ミュージック、吉岡、サンデーフォークプロモーション

Facts:
- Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
- Doors open at 16:00
- Show starts 18:00
- Scheduled to end at 19:30

## “Savory and Spicy Garlic Fried Chicken,” with an irresistible punch of garlic flavor, returns to からあげ縁-YUKARI-!

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:45:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001322.000032350.html
- anchor: #n2088041
- Companies mentioned: アークランドサービスホールディングス株式会社、エバーアクション株式会社、からあげ縁、かつや、からやま、マンゴツリー

Facts:
- Savory and Spicy Garlic Fried Chicken, 100g
- Savory and Spicy Garlic Fried Chicken, 100g: ¥310 (¥334 including tax)
- Savory and Spicy Garlic Fried Chicken Bento: ¥890 (¥961 including tax)
- Assorted Savory and Spicy Garlic Fried Chicken Bento: ¥820 (¥885 including tax)
- 807 locations in Japan and overseas
- March 2, 1993
- Capital: 1,932 million yen

## 【HOORSENBUHS】HOORSENBUHS to hold a pop-up event at the men’s building, 1st-floor promotion space, 伊勢丹新宿店, starting Wednesday, Sept. 2

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:43:32+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000394.000140499.html
- anchor: #n2087960
- Companies mentioned: HOORSENBUHS、伊勢丹新宿店

Facts:
- MEGA DAME (ring) ¥176,000
- MEGA PHANTOM (ring) ¥297,000
- MEGA QUAD LINK (ring) ¥352,000
- MEGA CLASSIC (ring) ¥297,000
- LOOPBACK PULLOVER HOODIE ¥97,900
- LOOPBACK CREWNECK ¥89,100
- LONG SLEEVE TEE ¥53,900
- SHORT SLEEVE TEE ¥45,100
- SWEAT PANTS ¥97,900
- SWEAT SHORTS ¥80,300
- REWORKED WORK PANTS ¥198,000
- REWORKED BLACK DENIM PANTS ¥638,000

## あずさ監査法人 signs partnership agreement with 京都市 on supporting the growth of Kyoto companies and other initiatives

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:43:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000037.000140551.html
- anchor: #n2087961
- Companies mentioned: あずさ監査法人、京都市、KPMG、KPMGジャパン、KPMG税理士法人、KPMGコンサルティング、KPMG FAS

Facts:
- Agreement signing date
- With a workforce of approximately 7,000 across major cities nationwide
- A network spanning 138 countries and regions

## Gel nail brand deumoon(ドゥムーン) launches its second collaboration with popular nail artist モリワキ ジュリナ. 4 colors arrive, blending sweetness with sophistication.

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:38:43+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000160431.html
- anchor: #n2087962
- Companies mentioned: deumoon(ドゥムーン)、SS-INNOVATION合同会社、モリワキ ジュリナ

Facts:
- 4 new colors
- Price: ¥1,580 (tax included)
- Volume: 3g

## 【韓丼】Signature menu item “Sacchan’s Kalbi Bowl” wins the Grand Prix in the Specialty category at the 102nd ジャパン・フード・セレクション!

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:35:42+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000061.000050301.html
- anchor: #n2087963
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社やる気、韓丼、ジャパン・フード・セレクション

Facts:
- 102nd ジャパン・フード・セレクション
- 16 years since founding
- No. 1 in sales for 16 consecutive years

## A fair featuring 『Kyūnbro』 (Akagi Wen and Murakumo Kagetsu) and 『THE BOOM』 (Hihachi Mana and Inami Rai), VTubers affiliated with にじさんじ, will be held at Animate stores nationwide starting Aug. 26.

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:31:27+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008805.000016756.html
- anchor: #n2087964
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アニメイト、にじさんじ、ANYCOLOR, Inc.

Facts:
- The “にじさんじ 『Kyūnbro』 『THE BOOM』 Fair” will be held starting Aug. 26, 2026.
- This fair will run at Animate stores nationwide (excluding Animate’s online store) from Aug. 26 to Sept. 13, 2026.
- For every ¥2,200 (tax included) spent on にじさんじ and NIJISANJI EN merchandise or Gratte collaboration food and drinks
- 【Kyūnbro】Aurora Acrylic Stand. Release date: Aug. 26, 2026. Price: ¥1,800 each (tax included)
- 【Kyūnbro】Fluffy Charm. Release date: Aug. 26, 2026. Price: ¥2,500 each (tax included)
- 【THE BOOM】Random Glitter Can Badge. Release date: Aug. 26, 2026. Price: ¥650 (tax included)
- 【THE BOOM】Mini Acrylic Block. Release date: Aug. 26, 2026. Price: ¥1,400 each (tax included)
- <Gratte (8 designs)> Dine-in: ¥660 (tax included); takeout: ¥648 (tax included)

## AtHeart releases the 2nd single, “3!4!,” from the TIME TRAVEL PROJECT today!

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000184970.html
- anchor: #n2087938
- Companies mentioned: AtHeart、TITAN CONTENT、Roo’Ra、The Cardigans

Facts:
- Was a major hit in South Korea in 1996
- A song blending memories of 1996 with the sensibilities of 2026
- 7-member K-pop girl group

## 日テレAI-HR to host a free webinar on developing “AI builders”

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000040.000167191.html
- anchor: #n2087937
- Companies mentioned: 日テレAI-HR、株式会社日テレHR総合研究所、Scalar株式会社

Facts:
- 80% of organizations use it regularly for some type of work
- Remains at 5–6%
- Approximately 6% of companies achieved more than 5% of EBIT
- Only 5% of integrated AI pilots had an impact on profits and losses
- 6% achieved ROI within 1 year
- 85% are increasing their investment

## OrcaRouter launches “OrcaRouter Open Source Program” to support open-source developers

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000060.000138449.html
- anchor: #n2087936
- Companies mentioned: FlashLabs株式会社、OrcaRouter、OpenAI、Anthropic、Google、Continuum AI、Dify、OpenCode、Goose、OpenHuman、CAMEL、RAGFlow、promptfoo、NocoBase、DB-GPT、gpt4free

Facts:
- 5% of users’ spending
- 34 OSS projects are participating
- More than 200 LLMs and generative AI models
- Cut costs by 40% or more
- Approximately 99% quality

## The popular “Dubai chocolate mochi cookie” is now available through frozen vending machines! A new way to enjoy it easily across Japan!

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000370.000080059.html
- anchor: #n2087935
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Cqree、冷TAKU、ど冷えもん

Facts:
- 2 varieties: “chocolate” and “matcha”
- Approximately 3,000 restaurants

## 【TAC警察官・消防官（消防士）】「合格者に聞く！東京消防庁の攻略法とは？」を8月24日（月）にオンラインで開催！

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002777.000021078.html
- anchor: #n2087934
- Companies mentioned: TAC株式会社、東京消防庁

Facts:
- Starting at 19:00 on Monday, Aug. 24, 2026
- There are also 10 lectures
- Summer discount campaign <Part 3>: ¥11,000 off!

## The Shinobi World War versions of Naruto Uzumaki and Sasuke Uchiha figures from NARUTO-ナルト- 疾風伝 are returning. Now available exclusively through select retailers, including あみあみ.

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003750.000025615.html
- anchor: #n2087933
- Companies mentioned: あみあみ、大網株式会社、メガハウス、NARUTO-ナルト- 疾風伝

Facts:
- Suggested retail price: ¥17,600 each (tax included)
- Approximately 260mm tall
- Approximately 230mm tall

## [Architecture] What lies ahead for data centers surging forward on robust demand? Kawahara Hidehito’s Architecture Management Study Group vol.3 to be held on 9/11 (Friday)! (Hybrid format; free seminar and networking event)

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005024.000003670.html
- anchor: #n2087932
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クリーク・アンド・リバー社、株式会社ALFA PMC、日本データセンター協会、日本電気株式会社、NECファシリティーズ株式会社、株式会社日本設計、日本CM協会

Facts:
- More than 300 people trained since the program launched in 2023
- 10 sessions in total
- An intensive 30-hour short-term boot camp
- Networking event participation fee: 2,000 yen

## [TOKYO Whisky Library] 10th anniversary of its opening! A single-cask M&H (Milk & Honey), aged in a pomegranate wine cask—a remarkably rare variety worldwide—will be released for a limited time on August 25 (Tuesday)

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:28:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000291.000014700.html
- anchor: #n2087939
- Companies mentioned: TOKYO Whisky Library、M&H（Milk & Honey）蒸留所、株式会社Edge

Facts:
- A collection of more than 1,300 rare whiskies
- Limited to 162 bottles
- 3,328 yen/1 shot
- Age: 6 years

## 水戸葵陵高等学校×monoDuki合同会社が挑む、水戸市を舞台に高校生が「失敗」から学ぶデジタル人材育成プロジェクト 〜オープンキャンパスで生徒自らが成果を発表〜

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:27:43+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000045.000137795.html
- anchor: #n2087940
- Companies mentioned: monoDuki合同会社、学校法人田中学園、水戸葵陵高等学校、水戸市役所

Facts:
- 1st- and 2nd-year students in the Digital X course (48 students total)
- Implementation period: April 2026 to March 2027

## Just enter a URL for a 100-point assessment of AIO, SEO and trustworthiness in about 30 seconds: AIO Free Checker launched!

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:25:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000514.000098210.html
- anchor: #n2087941
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファーストイノベーション

Facts:
- Out of 100 points
- About 30 seconds
- 50,000 yen per month

## [Harajuku, 8/29] crack株式会社 to hold solo exhibition crack philosophy ART gallery, tracing the journey of art branding

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:24:57+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000085627.html
- anchor: #n2087942
- Companies mentioned: crack株式会社、株式会社エフエー、大代ゼンテックス株式会社、IC4DESIGN、裕進運輸、森ビル、総務省、同志社大学

Facts:
- More than 200 partner artists

## A limited-edition Respect for the Aged Day label arrives for sweet potato ice cream, which has sold more than 4,000 sets, offering a cool gift for the holiday amid lingering summer heat [Oimoya]

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000061.000174612.html
- anchor: #n2087943
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社おいもや、気象庁、楽天市場、Amazon

Facts:
- More than 4,000 sets sold since launch
- Japan's average September temperature has risen over the long term at a rate of 1.49°C per 100 years
- Earned an overall rating of 4.87 from 39 reviews on 楽天市場
- For Father's Day 2026, a Father's Day limited-edition label was created for the first time, with more than 500 sets sold
- 6 pieces, free shipping, 3,980 yen
- Won 楽天市場's Best Shop award in the sweets category for 16 consecutive years

## Japanese-dubbed versions of Is It a Coincidence?, starring Chae Jong-hyeop, and Idol Eye, starring Girls' Generation's Sooyoung and Kim Jae-young, begin exclusive free streaming on ABEMA!

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:19:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003819.000064643.html
- anchor: #n2087944
- Companies mentioned: ABEMA、IOKCOMPANY Co.,Ltd.、Astory Co., Ltd.、KT Studiogenie Co., Ltd.、SBS、Jcontentree corp.

Facts:
- 8 episodes in total
- 12 episodes in total
- Streaming begins August 10 (Monday)
- Streaming begins August 17 (Monday)
- Streaming begins August 24 (Monday)
- Streaming begins August 31 (Monday)
- September 6 (Sun.)

## Let's Make a Pro Soccer Club! Road to World holds the Good Choice SCOUT!

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:19:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000007591.000005397.html
- anchor: #n2087945
- Companies mentioned: セガ、FIFPro

Facts:
- The scout with bonuses offers 10-pull scouts for 3,000 GB!
- The ★5 rate in the regular pool is 10%.
- Starting Aug. 19, 2026 (Wednesday)

## Tackling the worsening issue of children on waiting lists for after-school day services. After-school day service ウィズ・ユー opens a total of 11 new classrooms nationwide over the 3 months beginning in June — accelerating the nationwide expansion of support centers and increasing capacity to support children and their families

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:18:49+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000147816.html
- anchor: #n2087946
- Companies mentioned: 有信アクロス株式会社、ウィズ・ユー

Facts:
- The 3 months beginning in June

## ARTMS returns with 2nd album Hyper-Ego — the K-pop girl group known for its most beautiful world-building

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:14:33+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001877.000055377.html
- anchor: #n2087884
- Companies mentioned: ARTMS、MODHAUS、Mnet、YES24 LIVE HALL

Facts:
- Released the new album Hyper-Ego on August 7
- The new world tour Art of BLUE BLOOD will kick off on September 5 and 6 at YES24 LIVE HALL in Gwangjang-dong, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul

## [Limited to 150 companies] AI Samurai MCP Server, an AI agent for intellectual property, launches a free 2-week trial

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:06:53+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000305.000021559.html
- anchor: #n2087885
- Companies mentioned: AI Samurai、Copilot Studio、Claude Code、ChatGPT、Codex、Antigravity

Facts:
- 定員 150社（1社あたり10ID）
- Usage period: 2 weeks from the start date provided after application
- Initial fee: normally 150,000 yen (tax excluded) → discounted by 100,000 yen to 50,000 yen (tax excluded)
- Usage fee: 1.2 million yen/year (tax excluded) · 10 IDs

## KBF Autumn Mood Collection

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:06:36+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001629.000003710.html
- anchor: #n2087886
- Companies mentioned: KBF、URBAN RESEARCH、ZOZOTOWN

Facts:
- ¥8,250 (tax incl.)
- ¥14,300 (tax incl.)
- ¥9,350 (tax incl.)
- ¥7,150 (tax incl.)
- ¥13,200 (tax incl.)
- ¥7,700 (tax incl.)

## To mark the 30th anniversary of the Ookini Foundation, Eirakuya donates bolts of white silk fabric to geiko from Kyoto's 五 geisha districts

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:05:39+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000034.000077029.html
- anchor: #n2087887
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社永楽屋、公益財団法人京都伝統伎芸振興財団

Facts:
- 150 bolts of white rinzu silk fabric
- 30th anniversary of the Ookini Foundation
- Founded in the early Edo period (1615)

## [Surges to No. 13 in Amazon's overall ranking!] Takes the No. 1 spot in 3 Amazon categories; major reprint decided less than 1 month after launch! The Letter Shop: Keisetsu Edition — 十 Letters That Changed My Exam Studies (Junior Edition)

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:04:39+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001610.000018193.html
- anchor: #n2087888
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ディスカヴァー・トゥエンティワン、Amazon、楽天ブックス、Kindle

Facts:
- No. 13 overall in Amazon's Books category ranking
- No. 1 in children's adventure reading
- No. 1 in children's fairy tales and literature
- No. 1 in education in the humanities and philosophy
- 1.45 million copies sold across the author's books
- Paperback (softcover) / 272 pages
- July 24, 2026
- December 28, 2007

## A showcase of Shuya Okino's record-sleeve artwork: VISUALIST～Shuya Okino Cover Art Exhibition opens September 18, 2026 (Friday)!

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:03:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000714.000034304.html
- anchor: #n2087889
- Companies mentioned: HMV record shop 渋谷、Bankrobber LABO、solla Inc.、Mondo Grosso、ユナイテッド・シネマ豊洲、りそな銀行東京ミッドタウン支店、Levi's、Nike、フォルクスワーゲン、成田空港、バーニーズ ニューヨーク新宿店、KYOTO JAZZ MASSIVE、KYOTO JAZZ SEXTET、Echoes Of A New Dawn Orchestra、interfm、Tokyo Crossover Radio、readymade international、DIGUMA Doghnuts、MAD BLACK Latin Combo

Facts:
- A gallery space of approximately 10 tsubo
- A career spanning more than 30 years
- Created more than 1,000 CD covers
- An event hosted for more than 27 years
- 5,500 yen (tax included)
- 4,950 yen (tax included)

## SAGA Take Action, a DAO-based regional co-creation model launched by a professional sports club

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:02:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000171734.html
- anchor: #n2087890
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社佐賀バルーナーズ、公益財団法人日本財団、株式会社ヘラルボニー、佐賀県

Facts:
- 12 co-creation initiatives
- about 100 people
- June 23, 2026

## Announcement of joint project by 名古屋鉄道株式会社 × 名古屋グランパス

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:01:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000092.000054020.html
- anchor: #n2087891
- Companies mentioned: 名古屋グランパス、名古屋鉄道株式会社

Facts:
- 3 matches in total
- Saturday, Aug. 22
- Saturday, August 29
- September 6 (Sun.)

## MyTOCKLE, a rental service offering partial ownership of next-generation mobility, available for a limited quantity at 980 yen per month

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:00:18+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000092.000082085.html
- anchor: #n2087892
- Companies mentioned: BRJ株式会社、MyTOCKLE、TOCKLE

Facts:
- 980 yen per month
- Tachikawa, Tokyo · 30 units
- Nagareyama, Chiba · 50 units
- Fukuoka, Fukuoka Prefecture · 3 units
- List price: 6,800 yen
- 3,300 yen administrative fee

## Sales of the dynamic package “FDA Dynamic Express” will begin on Guttori following the decision to operate the FDA Sendai–Izumo route seasonally!

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:00:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000104.000180015.html
- anchor: #n2087893
- Companies mentioned: 日本空輸株式会社、株式会社フジドリームエアラインズ、グッドトリップエクスプレス、FDA

Facts:
- From 9:00 on Tuesday, August 25, 2026
- 2026年10月25日（日）～11月30日（月）
- 1日1往復

## 山八商事株式会社 to list on TOKYO PRO Market on Aug. 19, 2026

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000158999.html
- anchor: #n2087926
- Companies mentioned: 山八商事株式会社、株式会社東京証券取引所、クラスポ蒲郡、みかんの湯 蒲郡、スマイルパーク

Facts:
- Founded in 1922 (Taisho 11) in Gamagori, Aichi Prefecture, as the cotton-fabric wholesaler Suzuken Shoten
- Entered the real estate business in 1979
- Listed on TOKYO PRO Market, operated by 株式会社東京証券取引所, on Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2026
- (Securities code: 614A)
- Capital: 100 million yen

## 株式会社安田屋: “One of the largest in the industry, with space for 200 vehicles. Solar carports installed at Yasuda Maebashi.”

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000057499.html
- anchor: #n2087925
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社安田屋、日本コムシス株式会社

Facts:
- Approximately 60万 kW/h annually
- Approximately 250 t annually
- Installed capacity: approximately 500 kW
- Number of panels installed: 800

## [Generative AI × DX] How can we overcome “distributed but not used”? The journey to embedding practical use at ロッテ and サーラグループ to be revealed at the “BSIA Symposium 2026”

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000024.000160192.html
- anchor: #n2087924
- Companies mentioned: イーディーエル株式会社、ロッテ、サーラグループ、株式会社サーラビジネスソリューションズ、Google for Education、Google LLC

Facts:
- サーラグループ, with 47 companies and approximately 4,800 employees
- Capacity: 200 people (advance registration required; first come, first served)
- Admission: ¥5,000

## It takes 2 years to arrive. And yet, you can buy it for just 3 days!? Online sales for 3 days only, Sept. 5 (Sat.)–7 (Mon.). Even “not arriving right away” is part of the appeal. The ultimate sweet potato treat, hard to get your hands on.

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000028.000076024.html
- anchor: #n2087923
- Companies mentioned: SERENDIPITY株式会社、THE、THE chocola、THE LAB NAGOYA

Facts:
- Delivery may take up to 2 years
- THE potato ¥4,500
- Shipping: ¥2,000 nationwide (tax included)
- Free shipping on purchases of ¥18,000 or more
- Store at −18°C or below

## A stage integrated with a vehicle is coming to Atsugi, Miura and Kiyokawa! Free outdoor concerts for everyone to enjoy

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000045.000140377.html
- anchor: #n2087922
- Companies mentioned: 神奈川県民ホール、公益財団法人厚木市文化振興財団、三浦海業公社、YADOKARI株式会社、Landscape THEATRE、公益財団法人神奈川芸術文化財団

Facts:
- 2026年8月29日（土）／9月6日（日）／9月12日（土）
- ①17:00
- ②18:30
- Each performance is expected to last approximately 60 minutes
- Each performance is expected to last approximately 30 minutes

## Five Deaf athletes affiliated with Tokyo Power Technology—翠 門脇, 宏人 北谷, 莉生 遠山, 諒斗 瀧澤 and 拓也 岡田—received awards from the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology at the Reiwa 8 Sports Meritorious Service Awards and other honors

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000050.000157138.html
- anchor: #n2087921
- Companies mentioned: 東京パワーテクノロジー株式会社、国際ろう者スポーツ委員会（ICSD）、日本デフ陸上競技協会、日本ろう者サッカー協会

Facts:
- The 25th Summer Deaflympics Tokyo 2025
- Approximately 3,000 athletes from 70–80 countries and regions took part
- Fierce competition unfolded across 21 events
- Held from Nov. 15 to 26, 2025

## Notice of the launch of trading for new crypto asset “SVL” on the crypto asset exchange CoinTrade

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000069.000073968.html
- anchor: #n2087920
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マーキュリー、Slash Vision Labs、Slash Fintech Limited、CoinTrade、CoinTradeStake、CoinTradeLending

Facts:
- CoinTrade offers 25 types of crypto assets
- CoinTradeStake allows staking of 15 types of crypto assets
- Trading of Slash Vision Labs (SVL) to begin on Aug. 19, 2026
- Officially registered as a crypto asset exchange operator on Feb. 17, 2021
- Launched the CoinTrade crypto asset exchange service on March 15, 2021
- Also launched the CoinTrade Lending service on July 4, 2024
- Campaign period: Aug. 19, 2026 (Wed.)–Sept. 2, 2026 (Wed.)
- 資本金 3億3,0

## Hatsune Miku returns to Okinawa! “CHURA MIKU STREET 2026” set to take place!

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000104.000062459.html
- anchor: #n2087919
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社あしびかんぱにー、ダイアナ株式会社、クリプトン・フューチャー・メディア株式会社

Facts:
- From Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
- 2026年11月１日（日）～12月13日（日）
- Starting Nov. 23, 2026 (Mon., national holiday)
- Aug. 19, 2026 (Wed.)–Sept. 23, 2026 (Wed.)
- Saturday, Dec. 12, 2026

## The “immersive painting exhibition” “Paintings You Must Not Look At,” which drew more than 50,000 visitors in Tokyo, Osaka and Nagoya, arrives in Hokkaido! Opens in Sapporo on Oct. 2 (Fri.)

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000130.000082555.html
- anchor: #n2087918
- Companies mentioned: 北海道放送株式会社、NOTHING NEW、フィルムエストTV、ローソンチケット

Facts:
- First installment (approximately 1.3万人 visitors)
- Cumulative attendance reached 4万人
- Weekdays: ¥2,000 (tax included)
- Weekends and holidays: ¥2,300 (tax included)

## [OSAMU GOODS] New arrival! Combines the beauty of luxurious embroidery with the lightness of carrying only what you need. Add a playful touch to your everyday look with grown-up charm. A compact 2WAY pochette

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000145.000032942.html
- anchor: #n2087917
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ティ・ツウ・オー、unify、OSAMU GOODS

Facts:
- ■ Price: ¥4,620 (tax included)
- • Capital: ¥10,000,000

## CAMEL affiliate Ray of Water supports recovery efforts in areas affected by the Kumamoto Earthquake, installing an “AirQua” water generator at the Kosa Town Office

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000155.000136212.html
- anchor: #n2087916
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社グローバルクラウドエステート、株式会社Ray of Water、株式会社ジェリービーンズグループ、株式会社JBサステナブル

Facts:
- 1口20,000円から不動産投資を始めることができます。

## Partnership agreement signed to secure decarbonized energy and make use of local characteristics in 片品村, Gunma Prefecture

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000171.000055631.html
- anchor: #n2087915
- Companies mentioned: しろくま電力株式会社、片品村

Facts:
- Aiming to achieve net-zero carbon dioxide emissions by 2050
- Aug. 19, 2026

## [Live report] HALCALI make a full comeback at Summer Sonic. The happiness of “Otsukare SUMMER” beyond 9.9 billion TikTok plays

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000179.000143140.html
- anchor: #n2087914
- Companies mentioned: HALCALI、RIP SLYME、O.T.F、FPM、TikTok、TWICE、SEVENTEEN、NCT WISH、LE SSERAFIM、IVE、NewJeans、Spotify、YouTube、Billboard JAPAN

Facts:
- Total views of TikTok-related videos have surpassed 9.9 billion
- More than 7.3 million UGC posts use the track
- More than 95 million streams on Spotify, approaching 100 million
- Monthly listeners have surpassed 2 million
- YouTube Official Music Video: 32 million views
- Ranked No. 2 on Billboard JAPAN’s “Japan Songs (US)” and charted for 64 weeks on “Global Japan Songs Excl. Japan”

## [Sold out on launch day] Popular merchandise from gaming commentary group ドズル社’s “DOZLE Corp. VILLAINS” returns for preorder sales starting Aug. 19

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000230.000078713.html
- anchor: #n2087913
- Companies mentioned: ドズル社、WONDER DIVE、株式会社ドズル

Facts:
- Subscriber count has surpassed 2.84 million (as of August 2026)
- Purchase ¥5,500 or more of merchandise from the “DOZLE Corp. VILLAINS” series

## [Handball] Notice of the start of the 14th Takamiyama Memorial Cup All-Japan Social Handball Championships

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000265.000106743.html
- anchor: #n2087912
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人日本ハンドボール協会、トヨタ紡織九州レッドトルネードSAGA、安芸高田わくながハンドボールクラブ、大崎オーソル埼玉、トヨタ自動車東日本レガロッソ宮城、MILLENARIO AICHI

Facts:
- Aug. 20 (Thu.)–24 (Mon.), 2026
- Five teams are taking part, including トヨタ紡織九州レッドトルネードSAGA, which won its first title last time

## 【日本医師会】令和８年熊本地震におけるJMATの活動を紹介した動画を公開

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000268.000128707.html
- anchor: #n2087911
- Companies mentioned: 日本医師会、JMAT

Facts:
- Earthquake with a maximum seismic intensity of 7
- A total of 192 teams
- 776 people

## Mercury-operated cryptocurrency exchange CoinTrade begins handling the new cryptocurrency スラッシュビジョンラボ（SVL）

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000307.000021504.html
- anchor: #n2087910
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セレス、株式会社マーキュリー、Slash Fintech Limited、スラッシュビジョンラボ（SVL）、CoinTrade、CoinTrade Lending、Slash Card、Mantle Network

Facts:
- The platform will handle a total of 25 types of cryptocurrency
- The service will newly launch on August 19, 2026

## Orders are now being accepted for merchandise including ribbed long-sleeve T-shirts, T-shirts, character rubber mats and mugs from the TV anime 「New PANTY ＆ STOCKING with GARTERBELT」!

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000783.000080345.html
- anchor: #n2087909
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アズメーカー、きゃらON！、TRIGGER、NPSG製作委員会

Facts:
- Body length: 69cm
- Body width: 52cm
- Shoulder width: 45cm
- Sleeve length: 62cm
- Body length: 73cm
- Body width: 55cm
- Shoulder width: 48cm
- Sleeve length: 63cm
- Body length: 77 cm
- Body width: 58cm
- Shoulder width: 52cm
- Sleeve length: 64cm
- Body length: 71 cm
- Body width: 51 cm
- Shoulder width: 47 cm
- Sleeve length: 20 cm
- Body length: 74 cm
- Body width: 54 cm
- Shoulder width: 50 cm

## Orders are now being accepted for T-shirts and mugs from the TV anime 「幼馴染とはラブコメにならない」!

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000785.000080345.html
- anchor: #n2087908
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アズメーカー、きゃらON！、講談社、幼馴染とラブコメになりたい製作委員会

Facts:
- Approx. 5,000 types of anime merchandise
- ■Capacity: 350ml

## Orders are now being accepted for acrylic character stands and thumbnail glitter sticker sets from the TV anime 『カナン様はあくまでチョロい』!

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000786.000080345.html
- anchor: #n2087907
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アズメーカー、きゃらON！、講談社、カナン様はあくまでチョロい製作委員会

Facts:
- ■Size: approx. 70×94mm
- ■Size: approx. 80mm
- Approx. 5,000 types of anime merchandise

## Orders are now being accepted for merchandise including a set of 2 hologram buttons, a set of 2 metallic buttons, acrylic coasters (with stands) and thick acrylic stands from the TV animation 『ガンバレ！中村くん！！』!

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000787.000080345.html
- anchor: #n2087906
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アズメーカー、きゃらON！

Facts:
- 1 set of 2
- Approx. φ56 mm
- Approx. 80 mm
- Approx. 5,000 types

## [HIKE編集部] Set to take part in the off-site editorial department at 「コミティア157」 on Sunday, August 23! Submissions of all genres are welcome, with a particular call for creators working on manga adaptations

- Published: 2026-08-19T18:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000802.000051825.html
- anchor: #n2087905
- Companies mentioned: HIKE編集部、株式会社HIKE、コミティア、COMIC ELAN、COMIC Blossom、COMIC BLUE BELL

Facts:
- Sunday, August 23, 2026
- COMIC ELAN will begin serializing 5 works in 2026