# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-20 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 8 of 10

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 862 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 106 items from 6 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Launch of the “Itsudemo Doctor” medical consultation service for residents of 白河市, Fukushima Prefecture, aimed at pregnant women and households with children aged 18 or younger

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000193.000033619.html
- anchor: #n2104896
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社リーバー、LEBER、白河市

Facts:
- Starting in August 2026 in 白河市, Fukushima Prefecture
- More than 450 doctors are registered
- 60 municipalities nationwide
- Founded in February 2017 to provide telemedicine services

## A photo exhibition by legendary photographer Charles Peterson will be held at L'Appartement, a select shop operated by (株)ベイクルーズ.

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:45:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002645.000011498.html
- anchor: #n2104901
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ベイクルーズ、L'Appartement、NIRVANA、SUB POP RECORDS、Mudhoney、Pearl Jam、Saint James Japon、LADUREE JAPON、WILL WORKS、ル・プチメック、Foodies USA, Inc.、KEBOZ

Facts:
- L'Appartement celebrates its 20th anniversary this year
- A photo exhibition featuring Nirvana photographs taken by legendary photographer Charles Peterson opens Sept. 4, 2026
- 期間：9月4日(金)〜9月27日(日)
- Price: ¥13,200 (tax included)
- Price: ¥19,800 (tax included)
- From the late 1980s, NIRVANA went on to give rise to “grunge”
- Nirvana was formed in 1988 near Seattle, Washington
- In just 6 years of activity, they left a major mark on music history
- Born in Washington state, United States, in 1964

## Visitor check-in, done in a flash. Tablet reception system “とんとん受付” now available on the App Store and Google Play

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:45:10+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000114461.html
- anchor: #n2104902
- Companies mentioned: TailShape株式会社、App Store、Google Play、Teams、Slack、Excel

Facts:
- ¥980 per device per month (before tax)
- Free for the first 30 days

## [Nagasaki/Unzen] Make the most of the last days of summer vacation in cool forests and by the water! “Cool! Unzen Forest Adventure Expo” takes place Aug. 29 and 30

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:42:47+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000127041.html
- anchor: #n2104780
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人雲仙観光局

Facts:
- Price: ¥2,000 per boat
- Price: ¥1,000 per person
- Price: ¥800

## 大阪市、小林製薬の説明をそのまま資料に記載 ―「和歌山工場から分離」「プベルル酸を生成」について、独自に検証した記録はないと回答（大大保第8290号）8/17付

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:40:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000079.000182444.html
- anchor: #n2104781
- Companies mentioned: 小林製薬、株式会社薫製倶楽部

Facts:
- 令和6年5月29日公表の資料3
- 令和8年8月1日付で大阪市長に対し公文書公開請求を行い
- 令和8年8月17日付・大大保第8290号「不存在による非公開決定通知書」を受領しました

## AMA JAPAN launches in Korea! Holding the [AMA JAPAN 2027 AUDITION] to discover models seeking to make their mark in Asia

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:40:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000187976.html
- anchor: #n2104787
- Companies mentioned: AMA JAPAN、アジアモデル協会、ASIA MODEL ASSOCIATION JAPAN、ソウル365ファッションショー、アジアセレブアワード

Facts:
- An event by the アジアモデル協会 (AMA) to be held in Seoul, South Korea, in 2027
- Has a network spanning approximately 20 countries and regions in Asia
- A selection process lasting approximately 3 months

## Official launch of “Dandori AI,” an AI agent for event-industry estimates and cost calculations

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:40:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000080580.html
- anchor: #n2104786
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社シンシア、Dandori AI

Facts:
- Officially launched on Aug. 12, 2026
- Capital: ¥107 million

## RobotBank establishes “RobotBank Lab” to support companies in using robots, from planning through testing and implementation

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:40:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000074.000097103.html
- anchor: #n2104785
- Companies mentioned: RobotBank、RobotBank Lab

## Research findings on candidate serum proteins associated with menopausal symptoms published on medRxiv

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:40:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000114.000034921.html
- anchor: #n2104784
- Companies mentioned: aiwell株式会社、イーク表参道

Facts:
- Women aged 45–55
- Published Aug. 19, 2026

## A Earl Grey specialty shop’s hugely popular soft serve, featured at events nationwide, and the much-talked-about new-style “butter mochi,” crisp on the outside and chewy inside, will be available for a limited time at the “National Gourmet Festa” at デパート リウボウ!

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:40:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000433.000069708.html
- anchor: #n2104783
- Companies mentioned: &EARL GREY(アンドアールグレイ)、株式会社キャセリンハウス、デパート リウボウ

Facts:
- Price: 648 yen (tax included)
- Plain ￥324; Earl Grey ￥324
- Aug. 28 (Fri.)–Sept. 7 (Mon.), 2026

## 【焼き菓子専門店〈ビスキュイテリエ ブルトンヌ〉】自慢のケークがリニューアルして登場！

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:40:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001300.000017643.html
- anchor: #n2104782
- Companies mentioned: ビスキュイテリエ ブルトンヌ、株式会社エーデルワイス

Facts:
- ¥1,944 including tax (¥1,800 before tax)
- ¥2,268 including tax (¥2,100 before tax)

## マーケティングAI OS「ENSOR」、1枚のバナーを要素ごとに分解できる「要素分離」機能をリリース

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:33:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000218.000060706.html
- anchor: #n2104788
- Companies mentioned: REHATCH株式会社、ENSOR

Facts:
- Established: August 2019

## [For HR and training professionals] Sept. 18 event: Building a more accommodating workplace. TAC, a school for professional qualifications, to hold a “Harassment and Business Seminar” featuring instructor Sayuri Fujiwara

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:32:26+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002812.000021078.html
- anchor: #n2104789
- Companies mentioned: TAC株式会社、日本空港ビルディング、リクルートＨＲマーケティング、リクルートジョブズ、セレブリックス・ホールディングス

Facts:
- To be held on Sept. 18, 2026
- Time: 14:00–15:00

## [Local young entrepreneurs] Tackling hunger and difficulties with tidying and organizing through business! Local elementary and middle school students present business ideas to address social issues

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:31:59+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000041617.html
- anchor: #n2104790
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社CEOキッズアカデミー、脱•添加物アプリ！、DENDEN

Facts:
- Approximately 5,000 parents and children have participated to date
- To be held on Sept. 5, 2026

## LUXIO SPA SERIES, designed to help gel manicures stay beautiful longer, is now available from Canadian nail brand AKZÉNTZ!

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:31:21+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000087.000123765.html
- anchor: #n2104791
- Companies mentioned: 滝川株式会社、AKZÉNTZ

Facts:
- 資本金：2億1397万円
- Suggested retail price: ¥3,080 (tax included)
- Suggested retail price: ¥8,800 (tax included)

## Dr. Pedal serviced approximately 23,000 bicycles and electric mobility vehicles between April and July 2026

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:30:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000159789.html
- anchor: #n2104792
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ドクターペダル、シェアサイクル事業者

Facts:
- Electric vehicles accounted for 75.0%
- Electric-assist bicycles accounted for 56.4%
- New electric mobility vehicles accounted for 18.6%
- Puncture repairs accounted for 61.5%
- Regular inspections and maintenance accounted for 17.3%
- Chain repairs accounted for 5.8%
- Brake adjustments accounted for 4.5%
- Inspections at a scale of 700 vehicles per month
- Services approximately 80,000 vehicles per year

## 麺や虎鉄 holds an anniversary festival! “Rather than that, Zangi.” is 2 times bigger again this year!

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000189332.html
- anchor: #n2104810
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社PLUS2、麺や虎鉄

Facts:
- Thanks to your support, we have reached our 19th anniversary
- 16 locations in Hokkaido
- 1 location in Kyoto
- More than 70% of customers order it
- Jumbo size, approximately 3 times the regular size

## 横浜採用支援センター, specializing in small and midsize businesses in Yokohama, to exhibit at the “2nd まちbizEXPO,” taking place on Aug. 22

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000149482.html
- anchor: #n2104809
- Companies mentioned: 横浜採用支援センター、株式会社ストル、横浜商工会議所、ボッシュフォーラムつづき、まちbizEXPO

Facts:
- A local business event to be held on Aug. 22, 2026, at ボッシュフォーラムつづき (Tsuzuki Ward, Yokohama)

## “いなべ市梅林公園 あわい,” a park offering lodging, experiences and food with spectacular views of the Suzuka Mountains in Inabe, Mie Prefecture, to grand-open on Sept. 4, 2026

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000188259.html
- anchor: #n2104808
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人グリーンクリエイティブいなべ、いなべ市梅林公園 あわい

Facts:
- 2 people, 1 night, room only, ¥48,000 incl. tax–
- Side-dish box: ¥1,200 incl. tax
- Rice balls made with rice from our own farm: ¥250 incl. tax–
- A vast 38-hectare site with panoramic views of the Suzuka Mountains
- About 50 varieties and 2,000 plum trees in full bloom
- Welcomes 80,000 tourists annually

## In response to customer feedback, the “Medical Imaging License Service” has been expanded. Continued use is now available at no additional charge even after the 24-month basic license period ends.

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000177545.html
- anchor: #n2104807
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イヨウガゾウラボ、東京大学、ソフトバンク株式会社

Facts:
- 24-month basic license period
- Extended by 2 years

## [Made-in-Japan snow blowers] Full-scale sales begin for Earth POWER brand snow blowers

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000140100.html
- anchor: #n2104806
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Willbe、ヤマハモーターパワープロダクツ株式会社

Facts:
- Compact 6-horsepower class for home use
- Cutting-edge, high-output 13-horsepower class
- A full lineup of 12 models
- Capital: 30 million yen

## Asahi Rubber’s independently developed ultra-thin “Nano Sheet Electrode” adopted for BOKEN GARMENTEC’s functionality and comfort evaluation

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000036950.html
- anchor: #n2104805
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社朝日ラバー、ボーケンガーメンテック株式会社

Facts:
- Thinned to a thickness of 1,000 nm or less
- Its thickness is just 0.2 mm or less, even including the dedicated cable
- Conventional surface electromyography electrodes, such as gel electrodes, are about 3 mm thick

## 慶應義塾大学大学院政策・メディア研究科 adopts “TAO (The Admissions Office),” an online admissions system supporting international applicants

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000157664.html
- anchor: #n2104804
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TAO、慶應義塾大学大学院政策・メディア研究科、桜美林大学、大阪工業大学、金沢大学、関西学院大学、九州大学、京都外国語大学、国士舘大学、芝浦工業大学、創価大学、総合研究大学院大学、太成学院大学、デジタルハリウッド大学、東京大学、東京科学大学、東京都市大学、東北大学、法政大学、北海道大学、山形県立保健医療大学、立命館大学、龍谷大学、早稲田大学

Facts:
- Used by users in 205 countries and regions worldwide
- For applicants enrolling in April 2027 and September 2027

## Conversational AI recordkeeping service for home care スタンドLM surpasses 100,000 records created to date

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000028.000154525.html
- anchor: #n2104803
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ENBASE、スタンドLM

Facts:
- The total exceeded 120,000 as of August
- The number of records created has grown 5 times in about 4 months since the previous announcement (March 2026, surpassing 20,000 records).
- About 6,000 in March
- About 33,000 in July

## Solving the “zero-click” challenge in the age of AI search! Proox, part of the JCOMグループ, launches its “YouTube × note AIO/LLMO Strategy Plan”

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000046.000014649.html
- anchor: #n2104802
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プルークス、JCOMグループ、note株式会社、Google、Ahrefs

Facts:
- AIO Starter Plan (¥1,400,000 per month–)
- Ongoing AIO Support Plan (¥1,700,000 per month– + ¥500,000 initial strategy fee, first month only)
- Ahrefs research (June 2026 edition)
- The JCOMグループ obtained ISMS (ISO/IEC 27001) certification in May 2025.
- Established: January 2015

## Azumino City × Azusa Marche in LUMINE AGRI MARCHE to be held on Sept. 10 and 11

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000050.000124262.html
- anchor: #n2104801
- Companies mentioned: 長野県安曇野市、JR東日本、株式会社ルミネ、JAあづみ、安曇野ブルワリー、斉藤農園、さとぷろ。工房、Azumino Wheat Terrace、赤だすき製麺所、長野県南安曇農業高等学校、つにてんてん、あづみ〜ず、JRE MALLふるさと納税

Facts:
- ■ Date and time: Thursday, Sept. 10 and Friday, 11, 13:00–20:00
- ■ Train: Azusa No. 18 (departing Matsumoto Station at 10:10 → arriving at Shinjuku Station at 12:46)
- ■販売時間 準備でき次第販売開始（13:00頃を予定）
- ◾️Fee: ¥500 (limited to one time per person)
- ◾️Sales hours: ①14:00– ②17:00–

## ＜FIRME＞ Turn your daily smartphone time into “self-care.” New-generation “Blue Shine” film with up to 99% blue-light blocking, compatible with Google Pixel 11 and Pixel 11 Pro

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000130.000140798.html
- anchor: #n2104800
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社MY WAY SMART、FIRME、Google

Facts:
- More than 100,000 units sold, from iPhone to various Android models
- 30-day full guarantee

## [Limited to 150 attendees at the in-person venue] What operating strategy generates ¥1 billion in monthly TikTok Shop sales? “itsumo Conference 2026 AUTUMN” to be held Sept. 8

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000157.000045980.html
- anchor: #n2104799
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社いつも、TikTok Shop、株式会社ピースユー、株式会社ピースクリエーション、NEWS PICKS、日経クロストレンド、Peace You Live

Facts:
- Cuts logistics costs by 40％

## Fukuoka’s 麻生外語観光＆ブライダル専門学校 holds an international airline customer-service etiquette skills contest on campus to prepare students for immediate success in the aviation industry

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000200.000055901.html
- anchor: #n2104798
- Companies mentioned: 学校法人麻生塾、麻生外語観光＆ブライダル専門学校、ANA

Facts:
- Held for the 5th time this year
- The number of graduates exceeds 72,000

## Noboru Koyama’s 89th book to be published on Sept. 8! Koyama to speak at a commemorative lecture for the first time in 1 year and a half. Revealing management methods for “putting things in order” to dramatically boost productivity. A book-launch lecture hosted by 経営者アカデミー® will also be held.

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000203.000051315.html
- anchor: #n2104797
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社武蔵野、経営者アカデミー®、株式会社あさ出版

Facts:
- Price: ¥1,700 (before tax)
- Guided the transformation of more than 5,000 small and medium-sized businesses
- Helped more than 400 client companies achieve record-high profits
- 30 or more employees or annual sales of ¥1 billion or more

## Begins supporting DX and AI adoption in the construction industry, from reviewing customer service operations through to implementation

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000284.000002500.html
- anchor: #n2104796
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コミクス

Facts:
- In 2024, workers aged 55 or older accounted for 36.7％ of the construction and building industry workforce
- Those aged 29 or younger accounted for just 11.7％
- The average annual working hours in fiscal 2023 were 2,018 hours
- In July 2025, 68.1％ of construction and building companies reported a shortage of full-time employees

## [Ranking of the most challenging aspects of cleaning out a family home that had become cluttered with garbage] Survey of 253 people with firsthand experience

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000456.000055654.html
- anchor: #n2104795
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社AlbaLink、訳あり物件買取プロ

Facts:
- Surveyed 253 people whose family home had become cluttered with garbage
- “Cleaning costs (19.0％)”
- “Family opposition (15.4％)”
- “Sorting belongings (11.9％)”
- “Disposing of food waste (11.1％)”
- “Sentimental items (43.5％)”
- “Large items (13.8％)”
- “Food (12.3％)”

## FLN takes part in “Takaoka Night: Meet the People, Food and Lifestyle of 高岡市, Toyama Prefecture,” held as part of POSTUDIO, a community-connection project operated by the Japan Post Group

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000527.000058260.html
- anchor: #n2104794
- Companies mentioned: FLN、株式会社フューチャーリンクネットワーク、日本郵政株式会社、JPデジタル、株式会社JPデジタル、POSTUDIO、高岡市

Facts:
- Capacity: About 25 people (first come, first served)
- From 18:30 on Friday, Sept. 11, 2026

## Four Seasons Confectionery Shop HIBIKA will begin taking advance orders online for its “Autumn Seasonal Confections” on Thursday, Aug. 27. Limited-edition products will also be available.

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001301.000017643.html
- anchor: #n2104793
- Companies mentioned: 四季菓子の店 HIBIKA（ひびか）

Facts:
- ¥9,720 (pre-tax price: ¥9,000)
- 28 pieces + 1 tin

## 【ユサコ株式会社】APA PsycInfo webinar by アメリカ心理学会, Fall 2026

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:28:04+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000057.000156159.html
- anchor: #n2104692
- Companies mentioned: ユサコ株式会社、アメリカ心理学会、APA

## From golf-bag size to a living room where 5 people can relax, set up by one woman in about 3 minutes. Special exhibit of LUXURY MOBILE LIVING “ZEROPOD” at レクサス Yoga

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:25:27+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000036972.html
- anchor: #n2104693
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社MARIO DEL MARE、レクサス、日本空間デザイン賞、グッドデザイン賞

Facts:
- Dimensions when stored: about 45 cm × 40 cm × 115 cm
- About 290 cm at its longest when expanded
- Total weight: about 20 kg
- List price: ¥2,750,000 incl. tax–

## [New Release] Microwave-friendly Kamakura croquettes get even tastier in a refreshed recipe!

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:22:22+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000078124.html
- anchor: #n2104694
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社駿河屋本舗、江ノ電鎌倉駅本店

Facts:
- Aug. 1, 2026
- Sept. 1, 2026

## 株式会社大央 is now accepting applications for the “7th Daio Owners Salon,” to be held on Sept. 8 [Free admission; deadline: Aug. 31]

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000185191.html
- anchor: #n2104697
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社大央、木下法律事務所、中川税理士事務所

Facts:
- Capacity: 200 people
- Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2026
- Registration deadline: Aug. 31, 2026 (Mon.)

## Supporting people in “continuing to work” through collaboration between AI and support staff—キゾティクス receives a grant decision under NEDO’s “SBIR Promotion Program” and begins demonstration development of a job retention support system for people with mental and developmental disabilities

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000150529.html
- anchor: #n2104696
- Companies mentioned: キゾティクス、NEDO、中央大学、株式会社シーアイ・パートナーズ

Facts:
- Approximately 150,000 people with mental disabilities are employed by private companies
- Average tenure among workers with mental or developmental disabilities is approximately 5 years
- Improvement in self-efficacy (+20.1%)
- Reduction in the number of times support staff offer prompts (average 38%)
- In Phase 1 (through March 2027), the company will verify effectiveness and complete a product prototype
- Aiming to begin sales in fiscal 2028
- Aiming to introduce the system at 200 offices in 3 years

## [Social Good Partner, 2nd installment] 日本社会保険労務士法人 certified as a “Social Good Partner”!

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000030.000008842.html
- anchor: #n2104695
- Companies mentioned: 日本社会保険労務士法人、BRbpoサービス株式会社、ビジネスラリアート株式会社、SATO－GROUP・日本社会保険労務士法人

Facts:
- August 20, 2026
- 〒431-0211
- 〒317-0065
- 〒317-0063
- 〒400-0048
- 〒600-8813
- 〒600-8815
- 〒150-0021

## Marketing AI OS “ENSOR” to unveil proprietary learning engine “BRAIN 1.0” for the first time at an event on Aug. 28

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:15:55+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000216.000060706.html
- anchor: #n2104698
- Companies mentioned: REHATCH株式会社、ENSOR、BRAIN 1.0、THE MARKETING SHIFT 2026 in TOKYO

Facts:
- 300 in-person attendees
- 1,000 online attendees
- As little as one-5th of the time previously required

## BAPE® × MICKEY & FRIENDS COLLECTION

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:15:21+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000751.000008762.html
- anchor: #n2104699
- Companies mentioned: A BATHING APE®、ディズニー、BAPE®、BABY MILO®、BABY LISA、NOWHERE CO., LTD、BAPEXCLUSIVE™ AOYAMA

Facts:
- Starting Saturday, August 22, 2026

## 【長野県東御市】湯の丸高原でトップランナーと走る一日、渋井陽子氏・福士加代子氏を迎えランニングイベント

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000129.000138832.html
- anchor: #n2104551
- Companies mentioned: 東御市、東御市陸上競技協会、GMOアスリーツパーク湯の丸、コトヒラ工業株式会社、一般社団法人Sany TOMI、一般社団法人とうみ湯の丸高原スポーツコミッション

Facts:
- Entry capacity: 20 teams (first come, first served)
- 1チーム4人
- 駅伝大会 1チーム1,000円
- 東御市内在住・在勤者 1チーム2,000円
- 市外参加者 1チーム4,000円
- Entry capacity: 50 people (first come, first served)

## Ono Photo Studio Group’s みらいラボ teams up with the MAPS summer festival for the first time, holding a children-led “Kids Flea Market” on Aug. 25

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000132.000062815.html
- anchor: #n2104550
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社小野写真館、みらいラボ、MAPS

Facts:
- 2026, the year marking its 50th anniversary
- The event will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2026
- Eligible vendors: children aged 3–10

## Sales department joins forces! Launch of customer support service to improve the convenience of “R-Shift”

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000148.000092212.html
- anchor: #n2104549
- Companies mentioned: オーエムネットワーク株式会社、R-Shift

## [FC] いーふらん to hold “Otakaraya Franchise Owners’ Meeting 2026”! ダチョウ倶楽部, キンタロー。, and 純烈 will also appear!

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000334.000080252.html
- anchor: #n2104548
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社いーふらん、株式会社アンビション、株式会社W.S GLEAM、株式会社Gloadd、株式会社コントリビュート、株式会社グレイスファース、株式会社しげふく、ダチョウ倶楽部、キンタロー。、純烈

Facts:
- Opened its 101st store, the most of any FC store
- As of Aug. 17, 2026, “High-Value Purchases Otakaraya” operates more than 1,960 stores worldwide
- A company with 13.7 billion yen in revenue
- This fiscal year, we were able to grow into a company with 25 billion yen in revenue
- We set a goal of making the company one with 10 billion yen in revenue by 2028

## しまむら and バースデイ to open a POP UP STORE at the Marunouchi Underground South Exit of Tokyo Station from Sept. 3 (Thu.)! Featuring a lineup centered on children’s clothing!

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000452.000066095.html
- anchor: #n2104547
- Companies mentioned: しまむら、バースデイ、ファッションセンターしまむら、ベビー・子供用品バースデイ、しまむらグループ、しまむらパーク

Facts:
- Event period: Sept. 3 (Thu.)–Sept. 21 (Mon., holiday), 2026
- Business hours: 10:00–21:00
- On opening day, Sept. 3 (Thu.), from 14:00 to 21:00
- On the final day, Sept. 21 (Mon., holiday), from 10:00 to 17:00

## LUUP added to route search on “NAVITIME” and “自転車NAVITIME”

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:02:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000511.000043250.html
- anchor: #n2104552
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Luup、株式会社ナビタイムジャパン、NAVITIME、自転車NAVITIME、LUUP

Facts:
- Currently available in 21 prefectures
- Expanded to a total of 72 cities, wards, towns and villages
- New service to be offered starting Aug. 19, 2026 (Wed.)

## Entries now open for the 7th “Taberu JAPAN” Umami Awards, where Japan’s top chefs discover and judge regional “delicacies” to pass on to the future. The awards are also strengthening opportunities to connect through collaboration with top chefs and global expansion.

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:01:17+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000029.000036599.html
- anchor: #n2104553
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人ChefooDo、「食べるJAPAN」セレクション企画実行委員会、「朝日新聞 GOOD LIFEフェア事務局」、居酒屋 JAPAN 事務局、株式会社インターウェア、株式会社外食産業新聞社、歌舞伎座サービス株式会社、特定非営利活動法人元気な日本をつくる会、一般社団法人 ジャパンフーズプロジェクト、食品安全技術センター、一般社団法人食品科学技術機構、株式会社千趣会、株式会社地域商社こうち、一般社団法人地域振興支援ふるさとのチカラ、日本航空株式会社、学校法人服部学園 服部栄養専門学校、株式会社福田屋百貨店、株式会社WORLD RESULT、１株式会社、中小企業基盤整備機構、一般社団法人 東京都日本調理技能士会、一般社団法人日本イタリア料理協会、一般社団法人日本飲食団体連合会、一般社団法人日本エスコフィエ協会、公益社団法人 日本中国料理協会、農林水産省

Facts:
- The application period runs through Sept. 18, 2026 (Fri.)
- First-round screening fee: 30,000 yen per item (before tax)
- For businesses that have entered in the past, the first-round screening fee is discounted to 20,000 yen per item (before tax)
- Second-round screening fee: 40,000 yen per item (before tax)

## QPS研究所’s small SAR satellite QPS-SAR18, “スサノオ-Ⅱ,” scheduled for launch aboard a Rocket Lab社 Electron rocket on Aug. 20, 2026

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:25+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000117.000049970.html
- anchor: #n2104554
- Companies mentioned: QPS研究所、Rocket Lab社、ロケット・ラボ

Facts:
- 2026年8月20日（木） 22時00分（日本時間）以降
- Planned for a medium-inclination orbit at an altitude of 575 km
- 24 satellites by the end of May 2028
- More satellites will be deployed in 2030

## 【1日1皿限定】総重量1.1kgの衝撃！SNSで話題沸騰のデカ盛り肉『大皿横綱キング盛り』が新小岩『焼肉 牛海道』に新登場！

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000187993.html
- anchor: #n2104630
- Companies mentioned: 焼肉 牛海道、東京コスパグルメ、株式会社海道ダイニンググループ

Facts:
- Total weight: 1.1 kg
- Price: 22,000 yen
- More than approximately 50 slices in total
- 1人あたり3,000円台
- 1人あたり約3,666円
- 1人あたり4,400円

## “Asia Next Forum 2026” held ── Asia’s leaders discuss the future

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000188982.html
- anchor: #n2104629
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人カタリスト九州、国際協力機構（JICA）、福岡地域戦略推進協議会（FDC）、西日本シティ財団、BloombergNEF、Workato株式会社、Boston Consulting Group、自然エネルギー財団、Eletus株式会社、IMM Investment Corp.、Asu Capital Parners、The Grandia Group Property、ショクバイ株式会社、New Nomad Institute、国連ハビタット

Facts:
- Approximately 200 participants (from 21 countries, including Japan)
- Approximately 60 people took part in the roundtable.

## 東京鋼鐵工業 opens a “live office” at its North Kanto Sales Office in Mito, Ibaraki

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000179204.html
- anchor: #n2104628
- Companies mentioned: 東京鋼鐵工業株式会社、官公庁、ORGATEC、NeoCon

Facts:
- Cumulative shipments: 1,900 units

## Income falls, expenses rise—the “invisible burden” on families with children who refuse to attend school. With 403 endorsements, a request submitted to 横浜市 and 神奈川県 on Aug. 25

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000186078.html
- anchor: #n2104627
- Companies mentioned: NPO法人COCORO CANVAS、NPO法人 子どもと共に歩むフリースペースたんぽぽ、文部科学省、横浜市、神奈川県、朝日新聞、神奈川新聞

Facts:
- Approximately 354,000 in elementary and junior high schools alone. School refusal reaches a record high
- The request received 403 endorsements in total: 342 individuals and 61 organizations.

## A village with a population of approximately 650 welcomed 891 visitors over the 9 days of the Obon holidays! 北相木村’s “長者の森” recorded visitor numbers at 132% of the previous year

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000188268.html
- anchor: #n2104626
- Companies mentioned: アドバンス株式会社、北相木村、長者の森

Facts:
- Village population (approximately 650)
- Approximately 1,300 m above sea level
- 7 more group bookings this fiscal year

## 12 years after the start of efforts to promote community marketing in Japan, Aug. 29 has been officially recognized as “Community Marketing Promotion Day.”

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000137333.html
- anchor: #n2104625
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人コミュニティマーケティング推進協会、一般社団法人 日本記念日協会、AWS（アマゾン ウェブ サービス ジャパン）、再春館製薬所、カインズ、味の素、オタフクソース、NEC、株式会社コミュニティマーケティング総研

Facts:
- 12 years after the start of community marketing promotion in Japan
- 42% of business professionals in marketing and customer success are implementing or considering community initiatives
- 62% of companies putting these initiatives into practice report clear contributions to their business
- 12 cities nationwide
- Held more than 130 times to date
- A bound edition of the full report of “Community Marketing White Paper 2025-2026,” normally offered for 100,000 yen
- Capacity: 300 people (first come, first served)

## 池田智昭, president of Yudetaro System, publishes his first book, “Yudetaro’s Profitable System: A Robust Management Strategy Behind 22 Consecutive Years in the Black,” which takes 1st place in the business book rankings at major bookstores in Tokyo (*)

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000185769.html
- anchor: #n2104624
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ゆで太郎システム、株式会社ワニブックス、Amazon、ほっかほっか亭、もつ次郎

Facts:
- 22 consecutive years in the black
- Ranked No. 1
- More than 200 stores nationwide
- 1,760 yen (tax included)

## What is happening beneath the soil? 9 days of organic matter decomposition by microorganisms

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000178573.html
- anchor: #n2104623
- Companies mentioned: リサール酵産株式会社、カルスNC-R

Facts:
- A 9-day time-lapse experiment (filming at fixed intervals from a fixed point)
- Established: May 20, 1986

## “Haneda Skywalk 2026 Autumn” to be held on Oct. 3, 2026! Enjoy a long walk through the Haneda area in autumn

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000145492.html
- anchor: #n2104622
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社IZANAMIスポーツ、味の素株式会社、住友不動産ヴィラフォンテーヌ株式会社

Facts:
- Approximately 3,500 people took part in the previous event in March 2026
- Choose either a “Deluxe Twin Room” or a “Deluxe King Room.” The package includes a 50-minute body massage at the relaxation salon at Natural Hot Spring Izumi Tenku no Yu Haneda Airport, ELLE SPA original hydrogen bath salts, and a late checkout at 18:00. You can also use the hotel’s natural hot spring and gym, join the walk without checking out your luggage, and unwind in the baths after the event. Enjoy this plan for a truly special experience. ※ This plan is available for 20 people in the “Sky Walking 21km Division” and 20 people in the “Sky Walking Beginner Division”.
- For those who have continued the “アミノバイタル ®アミノエール ®” regular delivery course for at least 2 months (regular price of 980 yen for the first order only): the first 1,000 people will receive a 1,000-yen cash-back on the event participation fee at the venue on the day!
- Newly add the Haneda Airport Garden LINE account as a friend and receive a 500-yen coupon to use when spending at least 2,500 yen, including tax, at eligible Haneda Airport Garden stores!

## For companies struggling to make progress with Copilot! Licenses have been distributed, but usage has “stalled at meeting-minute summaries”—a case study in which a team embedded at a major construction company reviewed 122 general affairs tasks and saved 373 hours annually across 23 selected tasks

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000167715.html
- anchor: #n2104621
- Companies mentioned: Irwin&co株式会社、Microsoft 365 Copilot

Facts:
- Reviewed all 122 tasks handled by the general affairs department
- Selected 23 high-impact tasks
- The seal-approval request review task takes 600 hours annually
- Saved 155–220 hours (25.8–36.7%) out of 600 hours annually

## A lavish prosciutto and salami fair is coming to Italian restaurant La Pausa!

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000173827.html
- anchor: #n2104620
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コロワイドダイニング、コロワイドグループ、株式会社コロワイド

Facts:
- For customers ordering the all-you-can-eat option by itself: 990 yen (1,089 yen including tax).
- Customers ordering pasta or pizza can add it at the set price of 690 yen (759 yen including tax).
- Cream pasta with prosciutto and asparagus topped with a soft-boiled egg: 1,290 yen (1,419 yen including tax)
- Colorful pizza with prosciutto, eggplant and zucchini: 1,390 yen (1,529 yen including tax)
- American pizza—salami and garlic potatoes: 1,290 yen (1,419 yen including tax)
- Capital: 43.814 billion yen
- Number of stores: 2,633 (as of the end of March 2026)

## “Redesigning social issues through fashion.” CLOUDY×TO&FRO launch their first collaboration! Lightweight organizers that connect people’s stories go on sale Aug. 28

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000058772.html
- anchor: #n2104619
- Companies mentioned: カジレーネ株式会社、TO&FRO、CLOUDY、NPO CLOUDY、CREATIVE ACADEMY

Facts:
- 5% of sales will be donated to the nonprofit organization CLOUDY
- Size S: 4,950 yen (including tax)
- Size XS: 4,290 yen (including tax)
- Weight: 13 g
- Weight: 9 g

## From 55 million yen denim to a 400,000-yen comedy school. New podcast “人生最大のBEST BUY” explores lives through the things people buy! The guest for Episode 1 is EXIT’s りんたろー。

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000124190.html
- anchor: #n2104618
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社FIVESTAR、EXIT、NSC、LEVI’S、吉本総合芸能学院

Facts:
- 55 million yen denim
- Approximately 60 beauty salons
- Starting salary for new graduates: 250,000 yen

## 【RISE KANSAI 2026】ユーグレナ’s 出雲充 discusses the “problem-solving ability” that makes the impossible possible and the realities of deep-tech startups

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000165475.html
- anchor: #n2104617
- Companies mentioned: ユーグレナ、RISE KANSAI、RISE KANSAI実行委員会、一般社団法人ライズカンサイ、経団連、経済同友会

Facts:
- Of the approximately 6,200 university-founded startups, 66 have already gone public
- General admission: ¥9,900
- Students: ¥3,300
- VIP: ¥55,000

## スカウト1通あたり50円（税抜） ヤギオファー、地方の中小企業向け採用支援パッケージを提供開始（1,000通・90日・5万円（税抜））

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000101585.html
- anchor: #n2104616
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Yagish、ヤギバディ

Facts:
- 50,000 yen (before tax)
- 1,000 messages
- 90 days
- 2.7 million cumulative registered users

## 【An employee who experienced 3 major earthquakes takes action】株式会社evoltz, maker of seismic control devices for wooden homes, launches crowdfunding on CAMPFIRE to promote earthquake-resistant housing in Tokyo!

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000024.000111977.html
- anchor: #n2104615
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社evoltz、CAMPFIRE

Facts:
- Target amount: 1,000,000 yen (all-in method)
- Wooden homes built before 2000
- Of those, approximately 90% or more are considered to have insufficient earthquake resistance (with a possibility of collapsing, or a high possibility of collapse).
- A major earthquake directly beneath the Tokyo metropolitan area is forecast to occur within the next 30 years, with a 70% probability

## “Learn about diversity through art”—cutting edge! “Reiwa-era Momotaro 2.0” coloring page: post-reading impressions contest launches! Amazon gift cards for “wild comments” inspired by questions with no right answers!

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000026.000060181.html
- anchor: #n2104614
- Companies mentioned: 特定非営利活動法人フォーエヴァーグリーン、Amazon、ETT、NewsPicks、ELEMINIST、Forbes

Facts:
- Amazon gift cards worth 1,000 yen × 10 winners
- Digital (e-book) edition: ¥480, tax included
- Paperback edition: ¥1,210 (¥1,100 + tax)

## 【More than home, less than a storefront】リノスペキッチン神保町ヴァンサンク, a rental kitchen where you can start a food business right away, opens in 千代田区神田小川町!

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000027.000115392.html
- anchor: #n2104613
- Companies mentioned: リノスペ株式会社、リノスペキッチン、リノスペキッチン神保町ヴァンサンク、Aladdin、トリップアドバイザー、Spacemarket

Facts:
- Accommodates up to 65 people! The brand’s first large-format store

## “We advertise jobs, but people in their 20s don’t apply”—why has hiring for customer service and retail positions become so difficult? Free online seminar on how to communicate in ways that appeal to Gen Z to be held Aug. 27

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000137443.html
- anchor: #n2104612
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社JOB PALETTE、株式会社Yagish、ヤギオファー

Facts:
- 2026年8月27日（木）12:00より開催
- Capacity: 30 people
- “ヤギオファー” is offering a free allowance of 100 offer messages, normally worth 10,000 yen

## EdgeCortix expands its edge AI business in key markets in Japan and the Indo-Pacific region through strategic partnerships with 伯東 and 緑屋電気

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000038.000053504.html
- anchor: #n2104611
- Companies mentioned: EdgeCortix、伯東、緑屋電気

## Frontline voices on sales in the AI era: 株式会社アスレバ to speak at Inside Sales Summit × BDR Summit.

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000038.000182848.html
- anchor: #n2104610
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アスレバ、野村證券株式会社、株式会社AdAI、RECERO株式会社

Facts:
- Leaders from 15 companies achieving results at the forefront of their respective fields
- An alumni networking app used by a cumulative total of 70,000 people over 6 years of operation
- To be held on Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026
- 2026 Sept. 10 (Thursday) 10:00 - 17:05

## 120 people booked within 1 month of opening. A ballet school seriously created by a professional ballet YouTuber with 720,000 subscribers! The Ballet Show studio is accepting students!

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000040.000162880.html
- anchor: #n2104609
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ワイブロ、The Ballet Show、株式会社ナカガワ、光藍社

Facts:
- July attendance: 102 people
- Approximately 1 million total social media followers
- Approximately 21,000 audience members annually
- 99.2% audience satisfaction
- Approximately 40,000 audience members to date
- More than 30 performances to date

## HOTSOX to go on sale at the Vermeer exhibition featuring “Girl with a Pearl Earring”!

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000046.000076599.html
- anchor: #n2104608
- Companies mentioned: レンフロ・コーポレーション、レンフロ・ジャパン株式会社、HOTSOX、マウリッツハイス美術館、蔦屋書店、ロフト、PLAZA、メトロポリタン美術館、ルーブル美術館、国立新美術館

Facts:
- (23-25 cm) 1,980 yen
- (25-27 cm) 2,200 yen
- Starting Friday, August 21, 2026
- Returning to Japan for the first time in 14 years
- マウリッツハイス美術館所蔵12作品
- Since 2013
- More than 2,000 stores across the United States
- Founded in the United States in 1921
- Founded in October 2012
- Capital: 50 million yen

## Cloudera Announces “Cloudera Anywhere Cloud™,” a New Hybrid Data/AI Platform to Accelerate AI Adoption in the Autonomous AI Era

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000060.000124537.html
- anchor: #n2104607
- Companies mentioned: Cloudera、IXEN.ai、PuppyGraph

Facts:
- 73% of IT leaders say that “infrastructure performance constraints are hindering efforts to advance business initiatives”

## フューチャー adopts VARIETAS’s “AI Interviewer”

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000066.000079152.html
- anchor: #n2104606
- Companies mentioned: VARIETAS、フューチャー

## AvePoint Japan launches “AvePoint AgentPulse,” a new solution that visualizes “invisible AI costs”

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000073.000082266.html
- anchor: #n2104605
- Companies mentioned: AvePoint Japan、Microsoft、Copilot Studio、SharePoint

Facts:
- A user environment with 36,000 people
- 10,000–15,000 AI agents
- More than 28,000 companies
- More than 9 million people

## AI creation platform PixAI unveils “OC Style Diagnosis,” a new tool that makes it easy to find designs for original characters

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000083.000173726.html
- anchor: #n2104604
- Companies mentioned: Metanomaly株式会社、PixAI、Sensor Tower

Facts:
- More than 15 million people worldwide

## 第一実業 to showcase an on-site power generation solution using Bloom Energy’s SOFCs—new options for addressing power shortages and BCP measures

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000089.000126055.html
- anchor: #n2104603
- Companies mentioned: 第一実業株式会社、Bloom Energy

Facts:
- Event dates: September 9, 2026 (Wednesday)–September 11 (Friday)

## 伯東 signs a sales agency agreement with EdgeCortix株式会社

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000090.000134933.html
- anchor: #n2104602
- Companies mentioned: 伯東株式会社、EdgeCortix株式会社、米国国防イノベーションユニット、米空軍、米国航空宇宙局、NASA

Facts:
- Standard power consumption: 8W
- AI computing performance of up to 60 TOPS

## Presents 5 practical challenges involved in entering the defense and security industry and addresses “where to start when entering the sector”

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000095.000091738.html
- anchor: #n2104601
- Companies mentioned: アーサー・ディ・リトル・ジャパン株式会社、キャディ株式会社

Facts:
- 2026 edition of the “Defense White Paper”
- The “5 categories” that have limited transfers of finished products to 5 fields
- ADLパートナーの立野大輔、プリンシパルの長山晃大、マネジャーの地主健太郎の3名
- 2026年8月27日(木)
- 11:00 〜 12:00

## Korean brands “MUCENT（ムセント）” and “COIRIS（コイリス）” to hold their first joint pop-up in Japan!

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000105.000064828.html
- anchor: #n2104600
- Companies mentioned: MUCENT（ムセント）、COIRIS（コイリス）、nugu Japan株式会社

Facts:
- Period: August 21, 2026 (Friday)–August 26, 2026 (Wednesday)
- Customers who spend ¥20,000 or more, including tax, will receive a “KEY-CAP KEYRING” as a gift.

## A quiet cup of tea overlooking the greenery of Shinjuku Gyoen. “御苑抹茶,” a stand-up tea café focused on single-origin tea, grand-opens

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000121.000027150.html
- anchor: #n2104599
- Companies mentioned: 北川半兵衞商店

Facts:
- ▶ Straight ¥600
- ▶ Straight ¥600 / Latte ¥750
- ▶ Latte ¥730

## [DX for equipment maintenance] “M2X,” a next-generation cloud platform for equipment maintenance, to exhibit at the 5th Smart Factory EXPO [Autumn]

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000130.000131729.html
- anchor: #n2104598
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社M2X、レンゴー株式会社、ノリタケ株式会社、パイオニア株式会社、株式会社タチエス、株式会社栗本鐵工所、日鉄精圧品株式会社、株式会社丸五、株式会社伊藤園、株式会社ロッテ、エバラ食品工業株式会社、丸美屋食品工業株式会社、カンロ株式会社、株式会社コメダ、プライムデリカ株式会社、イオンフードサプライ株式会社、株式会社日本サンガリアベバレッジカンパニー、シマダヤ東北株式会社、小林製薬株式会社、ＫＭバイオロジクス株式会社

Facts:
- Wednesday, September 9, 2026
- Friday the 11th

## 株式会社With Midwife President and CEO Seigetsu Kishihata to serve as a judge in the final round of the “Kagawa Prefecture Business Challenge Competition 2026”

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000132.000057629.html
- anchor: #n2104597
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社With Midwife、サイファザイン株式会社、株式会社TERA Tech Inc.、たびそふと、EGORDIA、株式会社Dialog、株式会社百十四銀行、株式会社香川銀行、高松信用金庫、観音寺信用金庫

Facts:
- Aiming to secure a grant of up to ¥5 million, with a subsidy rate of 10 out of 10

## 株式会社キャリオット to hold an online seminar on what to consider when choosing a vehicle management service

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000147.000041330.html
- anchor: #n2104596
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社キャリオット、Cariot、株式会社リクルート

Facts:
- A concise 30-minute format, including a Q&A session
- More than 400 companies, including those with sales vehicles, delivery vehicles, field service vehicles, and construction vehicles

## [Summer Sale: Up to 25% off] Capture breathtaking summer scenery with the 8k 360-degree Antigravity A1 drone

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000174.000052813.html
- anchor: #n2104595
- Companies mentioned: Insta360、Antigravity

Facts:
- Up to 25% off
- Free flight battery (worth ¥7,920)
- Standard Edition: ¥156,700 (25% off)
- Explorer Kit: ¥199,000 (20% off)
- Infinity Kit: ¥211,000 (20% off)

## ヤンマーエネルギーシステム cuts time spent accessing technical documents by up to 89% with CADDi

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000203.000039886.html
- anchor: #n2104594
- Companies mentioned: ヤンマーエネルギーシステム、キャディ株式会社、CADDi

Facts:
- Reduced by up to 89%
- Nearly halved, from 50 minutes to 26 minutes
- The time required to identify similar past projects was reduced by up to 89%, from 45 minutes to 5 minutes
- 1件あたり1〜2週間の対応期間短縮に寄与しています
- Cumulative funding totals ¥25.73 billion

## Corns and calluses on the soles of the feet: 8割 say they are “unsure how to distinguish them from warts”; 33.7% experienced worsening with over-the-counter medication｜Survey of 300 people on criteria for seeing a dermatologist

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000257.000056499.html
- anchor: #n2104593
- Companies mentioned: 医療法人社団鉄結会、アイシークリニック

Facts:
- 81.3% said they were “not confident distinguishing corns from warts”
- 33.7% of over-the-counter medication users said their “symptoms worsened”
- 92.0% of people who visited a dermatologist said, “I wish I had come sooner”
- Treatment is available for around ¥1,000–¥3,000 with a 3割 copayment
- A survey of 300 men and women nationwide, aged 20–60, who are troubled by corns and calluses on the soles of their feet

## Bringing an owner’s vision to life: a newly built apartment for families raising children opens in the Tsuko area of Ogori City

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000304.000061968.html
- anchor: #n2104592
- Companies mentioned: 三和ホールディングス株式会社、三和エステート株式会社

Facts:
- Move-in scheduled to begin in February 2027
- 19 parking spaces available
- About a 3-minute walk to the nearest supermarket

## 《BONTEMPS》arrives in Chiba for the first time! Korean donut café “BONTEMPS Narita” opens on 9/1 (Tuesday)!

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000347.000061742.html
- anchor: #n2104591
- Companies mentioned: ワンズトライン株式会社、BONTEMPS

Facts:
- About 20 varieties of donuts
- Business hours: 11:00–21:00
- Food L.O. 20:00
- Drink L.O. 20:30
- Capital: 10 million yen

## 2026.9.1 john masters organics | Hello Kitty limited design items are available again !

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000389.000011608.html
- anchor: #n2104590
- Companies mentioned: john masters organics、ハローキティ

Facts:
- ¥4,730 including tax
- ¥4,180 including tax

## The second Early Access update for “Subnautica 2,” enhancing the co-op play experience, is available today!

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000416.000082433.html
- anchor: #n2104589
- Companies mentioned: KRAFTON、Unknown Worlds、The Ocean Cleanup

Facts:
- A donation of US$100,000
- More than 18.5 million copies sold
- ¥3,370 (including tax)

## [Free webinar] Speaking on 8/27 (Thursday) at “We think ‘our initiative works best’—what are the best patient acquisition strategies at each stage of a clinic’s growth?”

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000441.000071062.html
- anchor: #n2104588
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社LANY、株式会社エフェクトプロ、株式会社エフカフェ

Facts:
- Date and time: August 27, 2026 (Thursday), 13:00–14:00

## 株式会社AlbaLink signs an agreement with 山形市 to cooperate on promoting measures to address vacant homes

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000445.000055654.html
- anchor: #n2104587
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社AlbaLink、山形市

Facts:
- 令和8年8月20日（木）

## Designated by 北九州市 as a “Corporation Supporting the Management and Utilization of Vacant Houses, etc.”

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000446.000055654.html
- anchor: #n2104586
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社AlbaLink、北九州市

Facts:
- Main number: 03-6458-8617

## Designated by 中野市 as a “Corporation Supporting the Management and Utilization of Vacant Houses, etc.”

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000450.000055654.html
- anchor: #n2104585
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社AlbaLink、中野市

Facts:
- 令和8年8月3日付で

## Designated by 芝山町 as a “Corporation Supporting the Management and Utilization of Vacant Houses, etc.”

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000451.000055654.html
- anchor: #n2104584
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社AlbaLink、芝山町

Facts:
- 令和8年7月31日付で

## ルークス志塾福岡天神校 to hold an online “Special Essay-Writing Course” on August 26, covering everything from comprehensive selection and school recommendation-based selection to general selection

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000507.000036547.html
- anchor: #n2104583
- Companies mentioned: Loohcs志塾、Loohcs株式会社

Facts:
- Date and time: Aug. 26, 20:00–21:00

## [Local Work “Real Talk” Salon #12] What is 高岡市 in Toyama Prefecture like? Ask a key figure who knows Takaoka inside and out why people want to live there

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000526.000058260.html
- anchor: #n2104582
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フューチャーリンクネットワーク、日本郵政株式会社、株式会社JPデジタル、高岡市

Facts:
- Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2026, 18:00–19:30
- Friday, Sept. 11, 2026, 18:30–20:30

## [Machida, Tokyo] A new experience of “eating” a movie. A one-night-only special event where you can savor the world of “Big Fish” through a multi-course meal

- Published: 2026-08-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000533.000024845.html
- anchor: #n2104581
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社キープ・ウィルダイニング、NEST Machida、44APARTMENT、COLUMBIA PICTURES INDUSTRIES, INC.

Facts:
- 1名 5,000円（税込）