# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-20 15:00–18:00 JST｜Page 3 of 7

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 366 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 272 items from 7 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## 【京都橘大学】生成AIによる「声の模倣」をアニメの現場から考える ―声優・弁護士・AI開発者と考える声の著作権連続講座を開催 申込受付中―

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:30:58+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000079.000097139.html
- anchor: #n2107615
- Companies mentioned: 京都橘大学、日本アニメフィルム文化連盟、Parakeet株式会社、ニューラルグループ株式会社、株式会社セント・フォース、EDENA株式会社、（株）area358、一般社団法人日本音声AI学習データ認証サービス機構（AILAS）、ソニー(株)

Facts:
- 6 sessions in total
- 150 people per session
- All 6 sessions, one-time application: ¥10,000
- 各回お申し込み 1回 2,000円

## [Land Cruiser 300 Resale Value Analysis] Examining the reality of its outstanding asset value, with a residual value ratio that remains above 110%

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:30:39+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000077.000118153.html
- anchor: #n2107616
- Companies mentioned: クイック・ネットワーク株式会社、セルカ、ランドクルーザー300、GR SPORT、ZX

Facts:
- Average residual value ratio above 110%
- About 65.5% of all listings are ZX grade
- Gasoline vehicles: about 84.2%
- Diesel vehicles: about 15.8%
- ZX (gasoline): residual value ratio 112.8%
- ZX (diesel): residual value ratio 114.7%
- 2025 purchases (after 1 year): average residual value ratio 112.2%
- 2026 purchases (after 2 years): average residual value ratio 114.8%
- Under 3,000 km: residual value ratio 115.1%
- 3,000–under 5,000 km: residual value ratio 111.0%
- 5,000–under 10,000 km: residual value ratio 116.4%

## ExaWizards Group's ExaMD begins a "pioneer comprehensive evaluation consultation" with PMDA on its AI-powered cognitive function diagnosis support app

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:30:15+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000486.000030192.html
- anchor: #n2107617
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エクサウィザーズ、株式会社ExaMD、独立行政法人医薬品医療機器総合機構（PMDA）、厚生労働省、株式会社日本総合研究所

Facts:
- An estimated 10,000,000 people in Japan are at potential risk of dementia, while
- the actual number of tests remains at 1,000,000 or fewer per year
- In a clinical research study (exploratory trial) with academia, the system achieved an accuracy rate of about 95%

## [Saga Tamaya] Tamatera Aquarium, a small aquarium in town to enjoy in a traditional Japanese house, opens.

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:30:10+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000143.000106657.html
- anchor: #n2107618
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社佐賀玉屋、佐賀大学公認団体 Green-Nexus、サガつく！、ゼロ距離水族館 伊勢シーパラダイス

Facts:
- 期間: Aug. 1 (Sat.)–Dec. 31 (Thu.), 2026
- Hours: 1 p.m.–9 p.m.
- Admission: Adults: ¥700
- Experience: Feed the animals: ¥100

## Atom and Nippon Seiko sign MOU on strategic partnership to advance Japan's domestic humanoid AI robot industry

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000172692.html
- anchor: #n2107635
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アトム、日本精工株式会社、NSK

Facts:
- Aiming to raise Japan's GDP by 1%

## Recruitment support service for the Chikugo and Ariake regions. 『モトムット』 expands its coverage to the Ariake region. Erina Ota and, in addition, Yuki Nakajima have been appointed official ambassadors, and the site has been revamped!

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000130123.html
- anchor: #n2107634
- Companies mentioned: マーケティングミックス株式会社、モトムット、ABEMA

Facts:
- The service is used by about 60 companies overall

## [Support for areas affected by the 令和8年 Kumamoto earthquake] A portion of treatment sales will also be donated. A recovery support project proposed by beauty salon 『韓美グループ』

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000169726.html
- anchor: #n2107633
- Companies mentioned: 韓美グループ株式会社、熊本市、肥後銀行、ゆうちょ銀行

Facts:
- More than 30,000 treatments performed
- Cumulative donations of ¥1,000 or more: ¥1,000 coupon
- Cumulative donations of ¥3,000 or more: ¥3,000 coupon
- Cumulative donations of ¥5,000 or more: ¥5,000 coupon

## 目元を守る、新しい習慣を。1年分のアイケア 目元ふきとりシートが当たる！

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000043.000115529.html
- anchor: #n2107632
- Companies mentioned: フィッシャー・ファーマシューティカルズ社、ドクター・フィッシャー、SivanS株式会社

Facts:
- One winner selected by lottery
- 20% off all products

## Paris-based chocolate specialty shop アラン・デュカス・ショコラ・パリ, from France, to open its first Kyushu location at 岩田屋本店 on Sept. 16 (Wed.)

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000043.000143817.html
- anchor: #n2107631
- Companies mentioned: アラン・デュカス・ショコラ・パリ、アラン・デュカス・ビスキュイ・パリ、岩田屋本店、アラン・デュカス、パトリック・パイエー

Facts:
- Price: ¥3,996 (tax included)
- Price: ¥6,480 (tax included)
- Dine-in: ¥1,210 each
- Takeout: ¥1,188 each (tax included)
- Seats: 4

## Yume Tenbo rebrands its flagship brand Rose as Lilymel

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000050.000142880.html
- anchor: #n2107630
- Companies mentioned: 夢展望株式会社、Rose、Lilymel、DearMyLove

Facts:
- Price: ¥10,990 (tax included)
- ¥11,990 (tax included)
- Orders totaling ¥12,000 or more (tax included)
- Capital: ¥1,028 million (as of March 31, 2026)

## EIZO sets Sept. 18 as the launch date for an ultrawide curved monitor with a 7-year standard warranty

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000069.000021537.html
- anchor: #n2107629
- Companies mentioned: EIZO株式会社、USB Implementers Forum, Inc.、Video Electronics Standards Association、HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc.

Facts:
- 34.1-inch ultrawide curved monitor
- UWQHD (3440×1440) resolution
- 7-year standard warranty
- EIZO Direct price: ¥109,890 (tax included)
- Limited to use within 30,000 hours

## 【GENOVA】協賛企業として横浜FC「Medical DOC MATCH 2026」を開催！

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000135.000016520.html
- anchor: #n2107628
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社GENOVA、株式会社横浜フリエスポーツクラブ、横浜FC、アルビレックス新潟

Facts:
- 2026年9月6日（日） 18:00キックオフ

## Japan's first prediction-free sports lottery focused on basketball, "DUNK," launches!

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000169.000045157.html
- anchor: #n2107627
- Companies mentioned: 独立行政法人日本スポーツ振興センター、B.LEAGUE、りそなグループ

Facts:
- Approximately 310.4 billion yen in grants provided to date.
- Win ¥10,000 worth of ticket coupons for the 2026–27 season of りそなグループ B.LEAGUE!

## The 7th entry in the popular series featuring an ultra-high-pressure vitamin C derivative※1, "matsukiyo Hot Cleansing Gel," is here

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000196.000089283.html
- anchor: #n2107626
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マツキヨココカラ＆カンパニー、マツモトキヨシグループ、ココカラファイングループ

Facts:
- More than 3,600 stores across all 47 prefectures of Japan
- 105 stores in 6 regions overseas, mainly in Asia
- Five items: 2 cleansing waters, a mist toner, a mist emulsion and an after-shower body milk
- 8-free formula

## Native-language support for ad creative that resonates in 48 countries and regions—supporting the planning and production of static creatives for Google, Meta, Microsoft and LinkedIn ads, tailored to local characteristics

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000277.000034654.html
- anchor: #n2107625
- Companies mentioned: アウンコンサルティング株式会社、Google、Meta、Microsoft、LinkedIn

Facts:
- 48 countries and regions
- 16 languages
- More than 2,000 companies

## Domestic air tickets on 「skyticket」: Number of passengers booking and flying in the second half of July 2026 posts double-digit growth, up 127.6% year over year!

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000285.000011606.html
- anchor: #n2107624
- Companies mentioned: skyticket、株式会社アドベンチャー

Facts:
- Number of passengers booking and flying rose 127.62% year over year, achieving double-digit growth
- Number of bookings: 126.40% year over year
- Number of bookings: 118.18% year over year
- Number of passengers booking and flying: 119.32% year over year

## 「FUNDINNO」 begins business collaboration with Funai Research Institute's 「資産形成セレクション」 on investor referrals

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000314.000021941.html
- anchor: #n2107623
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社FUNDINNO、株式会社船井総合研究所、資産形成セレクション

Facts:
- Type I Financial Instruments Business Operator, Director-General of the Kanto Local Finance Bureau (Financial Instruments) No. 2957
- Established: Nov. 26, 2015

## A curved facade brings new life to the city: mixed-use residential and commercial building 『THE GRANDUO GAKUGEIDAIGAKU』 completed! Architect Yuko Nagayama's “balcony home” brings light, wind and greenery into everyday life

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000414.000026725.html
- anchor: #n2107622
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フェイスネットワーク、有限会社永山祐子建築設計、株式会社岩本組、田中工藝

Facts:
- The property is located beyond a bustling shopping street stretching about 200 m from the station front
- 3-minute walk from Gakugei-daigaku Station
- All 5 residential units are located on the 2nd through 4th floors
- 専有面積 ：109.14㎡～131.65㎡
- Site area: 434.92 m²
- Total floor area: 1,375.96 m²
- 4 floors above ground and 1 basement floor
- Established Yuko Nagayama & Associates in 2002
- Received the JIA Newcomer Award in 14
- Grand Prize in the 21st Lighting Design Awards

## ディズニー・アニメーション映画「ズートピア」シリーズの人気キャラクター「ニック・ワイルド」といつでも一緒におでかけ出来るアイテムが揃った「“ズーっと一緒”シリーズ」が新登場！

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000416.000057928.html
- anchor: #n2107621
- Companies mentioned: 粧美堂株式会社、ディズニー

Facts:
- Price: 2,200 yen (tax included)
- Price: 1,760 yen (tax included)
- Price: 4,400 yen (tax included)
- Reservations open: 2026 Aug. 20 (Thu.) 10:00–2026 Oct. 31 (Sat.) 23:59
- In January 2025, it brought Picomonte Japan Co., Ltd., which handles contract manufacturing of cosmetics, under its umbrella.

## 【揚げることを追求し続けた会社が作る“極上”とんかつ＆和牛ハンバーグカツ】串カツ田中の新ブランド「ザクッと とんかつ カツのジョー」8月21日(金) 東京都東大和市にグランドオープン！

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000620.000027839.html
- anchor: #n2107620
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ユニシアホールディングス、串カツ田中、ピソラ、TANAKA INTERNATIONAL INC.、TI.LA.INC.、株式会社ジーティーデザイン、株式会社ETOHA LAB

Facts:
- Thick-cut loin cutlet (250 g): 2,400 yen (2,640 yen including tax)
- Cut into thick slices measuring 3 cm
- Price: 150 yen (165 yen including tax)
- ・3 hamburger steak cutlets: 1,800 yen (1,980 yen including tax)
- ・Kids’ plate: 800 yen (880 yen including tax)
- [Parking] 23 spaces

## 青援の大波を、この14人で！シーホース三河「Super Girls」2026-27シーズン新リーダー決定＆決意のコメントを発表

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001224.000097825.html
- anchor: #n2107619
- Companies mentioned: シーホース三河、Super Girls、B.LEAGUE PREMIER

Facts:
- 2026-27 season

## Enjoy Shizuoka Kuroge Wagyu sirloin at a luxurious private rooftop BBQ

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:28:33+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000186742.html
- anchor: #n2107576
- Companies mentioned: Roof Top Grilles C、てっぱん＆cafe くいしんぼ

Facts:
- 6,600 yen, tax included
- 10 or more people

## Sixhill launches Japanese-language LINE official account “Sixhill Japan”

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:26:33+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000187014.html
- anchor: #n2107577
- Companies mentioned: Sixhill、深圳市合元科技有限公司

Facts:
- Established: 2004
- Not for purchase or use by anyone under 20.
- Promotion period: 2026 Aug. 15–2026 Nov. 15

## 【令和8年熊本地震 被災地支援】豊島区から熊本市と美里町に8月21日から職員4名を派遣します

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:24:54+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000094.000165139.html
- anchor: #n2107578
- Companies mentioned: 豊島区、熊本市、美里町、内閣府、東京都、特別区長会

Facts:
- 4 staff members
- Starting Aug. 21
- Through the 28th
- 2 staff members
- 41 people

## The “Special Agency NERV Disaster Prevention” app will be added to the content eligible for the count-free option of the “LinksMate” MVNO service starting Aug. 20, 2026 (Thu.) — supporting access to disaster information through connectivity

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:23:56+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000358.000025608.html
- anchor: #n2107579
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社LogicLinks、ゲヒルン株式会社

Facts:
- Data usage for games, content, and social media is discounted by 90% or more

## Apparel brand BOVERA to hold its first in-person event. The 2026 AUTUMN COLLECTION, depicting the moment of stepping onto a new “stage,” will be unveiled in Daikanyama

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:23:17+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000168860.html
- anchor: #n2107580
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社sefee maison、BOVERA

Facts:
- 2026 AUTUMN COLLECTION
- Friday, August 28, 2026
- Saturday, August 29

## 【四国水族館×JRホテルクレメント徳島】四国水族館の仲間たちをモチーフにしたアフターヌーンティーが徳島に初登場！

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:22:40+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000162.000098767.html
- anchor: #n2107581
- Companies mentioned: 四国水族館、JRホテルクレメント徳島、JRホテルクレメント高松

Facts:
- Price: 4,500 yen (tax included)
- The hotel has a total of 250 rooms, including twin and double rooms, as well as rooms in the special Premiere Floor.
- 12 banquet halls of various sizes, including a large hall that can accommodate 1,000 people

## Autodesk introduces “3D Editor + Canvas” to Flow Studio

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:22:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000050.000052438.html
- anchor: #n2107582
- Companies mentioned: Autodesk、World Labs

Facts:
- Autodesk, founded in 1982
- Currently operates in approximately 40 countries and regions worldwide
- Aug. 4, 2026

## Following the face mask that surpassed 90,000 sheets sold, the eagerly awaited second product arrives: the innovative “Sagarame Hair Pack,” from Sugashima, a remote island

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:20:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000146398.html
- anchor: #n2107583
- Companies mentioned: 合同会社菅島喜樂、株式会社ニチエイ、株式会社be*

Facts:
- 90,000 sheets manufactured
- Available at 70 stores
- Sugashima, a remote island with a population of about 400
- Capital: 1 million yen

## [Mardi Mercredi × HELLO SUNRISE] A shop-in-shop pop-up store will open at the Mardi Mercredi Daikanyama store starting Aug. 21 (Fri.)

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:17:50+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000025.000136414.html
- anchor: #n2107584
- Companies mentioned: Mardi Mercredi、HELLO SUNRISE、SCREEN SHOT株式会社

Facts:
- HS X Mardi Mercredi Ddanji Tee / ¥7,700 (tax included)
- HS X Mardi Mercredi Ddanji Tee(W) / ¥7,480 (tax included)
- HS X Mardi Mercredi Flower Ball Cap / ¥7,480 (tax included)
- HS X Mardi Mercredi Ddanji 6P Cap / ¥7,480 (tax included)

## Japanese IT talent are “hungrier” than their global counterparts, with 64% prioritizing salary, while also valuing “stability” and “social recognition”; survey by Randstad reveals attrition risks

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:17:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000397.000004185.html
- anchor: #n2107585
- Companies mentioned: ランスタッド株式会社、ランスタッド・エヌ・ヴィー

Facts:
- Salary priority among Japanese IT professionals (63.9%)
- Global IT professionals (54.1%)
- Japan average (59.2%)
- “Workplace atmosphere (49.4%)”
- IT professionals ranked 5th (45.9%)
- “Career growth (51.3%)”
- “Employment stability (49.2%)”
- Adoption and use of the latest technology (29.5%)
- Japan average (10.8%)
- Recognition of outstanding companies (31.1%)
- Japan average (22.9%)
- 4,464 students, employed people, and unemployed people in Japan aged 18 to 65
- (of whom, 61 were IT professionals)

## 「令和8年8月千葉豪雨被災者支援」決定

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:17:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000255.000005612.html
- anchor: #n2107586
- Companies mentioned: ジャパン・プラットフォーム、JPF、Vネット、消防庁、三菱UFJ銀行、ゆうちょ銀行

Facts:
- 13 dead
- 1 missing
- 44 injured have been confirmed
- Residential damage in Chiba and Saitama prefectures has exceeded 2,800 buildings, including those flooded above and below floor level
- 3 months since activities began

## AI animation production platform PopPixs, powered by the latest video-generation AI “Seedance 2.5,” launches

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:15:54+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000187393.html
- anchor: #n2107587
- Companies mentioned: ユーナメディアパートナー株式会社、BytePlus、ByteDance Seed

Facts:
- Launch

## 日本おもちゃ大賞2026で 「シルバニアファミリー どきどきアドベンチャーマウンテン」が大賞受賞

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:15:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000113.000016095.html
- anchor: #n2107588
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エポック社、日本玩具協会、シルバニアファミリー

Facts:
- Suggested retail price (tax included): 13,500 yen
- Age: 3 and up
- Loved in more than 80 countries and regions around the world

## Last Origin introduces new skins “Sparkling Sleepwear” and “Fluffy Pajamas”!

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:10:53+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000185.000155525.html
- anchor: #n2107358
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社G・O・P、VALOFE Co., Ltd.

Facts:
- Price: 192 tuna cans
- About 20% off the regular price
- 3-part series

## Stamps become “art to carry with you.” Official original goods featuring stamp designs go on sale

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000153.000046038.html
- anchor: #n2107361
- Companies mentioned: 日本郵便株式会社

Facts:
- Release date: Aug. 21, 2026 (Fri.)
- ・Price: 3,300 yen (tax included; shipping not included)
- ・Price: 3,500 yen (tax included; shipping not included)
- Selling price: S ¥2,400 (tax included; shipping not included)
- Selling price: ¥1,800 (tax included; shipping not included)

## Sponsors the 3rd Sports & Nutrition Festa

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000173.000055093.html
- anchor: #n2107360
- Companies mentioned: 日本山村硝子株式会社、レッドハリケーンズ大阪、大阪港振興株式会社、相愛大学管理栄養学科、株式会社ロッテ、住之江区社会福祉協議会

Facts:
- Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026
- A lunch limited to 50 servings

## Report on the Bukatsu Plus Mikawa Workshop: Envisioning the Future of Community-Based Expansion of School Club Activities

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001223.000097825.html
- anchor: #n2107359
- Companies mentioned: シーホース三河、B.LEAGUE、日本財団

Facts:
- From December 2025 through February

## エルザ ジャパン、英OLO Robotics社と販売代理店契約を締結

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:09:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000030.000059827.html
- anchor: #n2107362
- Companies mentioned: エルザ ジャパン、OLO Robotics社、DEEPRobotics社、OLO Robotics Ltd、Lynx M20シリーズ、Lite 3

Facts:
- August 20, 2026
- A setup process that initially took about 2 weeks
- Steps up to 25 cm high
- Operating ambient temperature: -20°C to 55°C
- Planned for fall 2026

## Who took the grand prize this summer? The software users truly choose now: Grand Prix winners announced for the 46th Vector Pro Regi Awards!

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:07:33+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000094.000073488.html
- anchor: #n2107363
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ベクターホールディングス、ベクターPCショップ、株式会社ノートンライフロック

Facts:
- 150 products were nominated across 30 categories
- During the period from Aug. 20, 2026 (Thursday) to Sept. 3, 2026 (Thursday)

## 選挙ドットコムは「沖縄県知事選挙 立候補予定者公開討論会」を8月23日（日）19時より開催

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:07:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000352.000019431.html
- anchor: #n2107364
- Companies mentioned: イチニ株式会社、選挙ドットコム、朝日新聞、産経新聞

Facts:
- Used by approximately 41 million users.
- 2026年8月23日（日）19時より

## With cumulative donations topping ¥600 million, the workplace-giving social contribution program “Wonder Dollar Donation” marks its 20-year milestone

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:06:25+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000669.000005541.html
- anchor: #n2107365
- Companies mentioned: メットライフ生命保険株式会社、メットライフ全国代理店会連合会、公益財団法人メイク・ア・ウィッシュ オブ ジャパン、認定NPO法人全国盲導犬施設連合会、公益財団法人がん研究会、認定NPO法人Living in Peace

Facts:
- Cumulative donations total ¥620.67 million
- 2,340 sales employees
- 2,490 insurance agencies
- 積立金2,061万510円

## From “speaking” to “getting the message across”: Inside sales training to improve the quality of phone communications!

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:06:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000669.000050843.html
- anchor: #n2107366
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社営業ハック、アポ100

Facts:
- Participants: approx. 40 people
- Has provided sales support to more than 100 companies

## Jewelry brand Hirotaka introduces the AMBER SPEAR earrings

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:05:41+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000040.000108345.html
- anchor: #n2107367
- Companies mentioned: Hirotaka、株式会社パルメットイノウエ

Facts:
- AMBER SPEAR earrings ¥121,000
- Mini SPEAR earrings / amber ¥63,800
- 9 directly operated stores in Japan
- More than 80 other sales locations

## September is Dementia Awareness Month: The dementia support tool “Oboeteiru Techou” will exhibit at the Samukawa Orange Festa on Sept. 12 (Saturday)

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:05:21+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000050823.html
- anchor: #n2107368
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ビークル、経産省オレンジイノベーションプロジェクト、コスモテック

Facts:
- The event is the Samukawa Orange Festa, taking place on Sept. 12 (Saturday).
- ○ Event hours: 10:00–15:00
- ○ Access: A 12-minute walk from Samukawa Station on the JR Sagami Line

## 『2026 JUNG ILWOO 20th Anniversary Show in JAPAN ～Still with You～』本日8/20(木)18時より一般販売(先着)受付開始！

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:04:52+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000326.000044784.html
- anchor: #n2107369
- Companies mentioned: チョン・イル、チケットぴあ、ローソンチケット、イープラス、チョン・イル ジャパン オフィシャル ファンクラブ

Facts:
- ¥49,800 (tax included)
- 2026 JUNG ILWOO 20th Anniversary Show in JAPAN
- 20th debut anniversary

## 発売後即完売*の話題作！”塗る疑似皮膚膜”で目袋ケアできる、リバイタルの目もと用パックが待望の再販売 ～2026年9月21日（月）より数量限定・資生堂オンラインストア限定で発売～

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:03:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003177.000005794.html
- anchor: #n2107370
- Companies mentioned: リバイタル、資生堂、資生堂オンラインストア

Facts:
- 1 item in total: ¥7,000 (¥7,700 including tax) ※1
- More than 60% (about 64%) said they “would buy it again”
- The maximum quantity for pre-orders is 20 items

## Support for the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake: Volunteer opportunities related to disaster-area relief, including support for local children and remote participation, are now being listed

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:02:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000028.000032330.html
- anchor: #n2107371
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社activo、NPO法人日本教育再興連盟(ROJE)、NPO法人こどもの教育を支援する会

Facts:
- About 90,000 volunteer applications are submitted annually

## AI Dock, the first company created through BEC’s company creation initiative, launches its AI Dock preventive healthcare service combining full-body scans and AI, and raises approximately ¥260 million in a seed round

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:01:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000144993.html
- anchor: #n2107372
- Companies mentioned: AI Dock株式会社、Bio Engineering Capital株式会社、マーソ株式会社、東京ビジョンアイクリニック阿佐ケ谷、Voicy、医療法人社団赤坂パークビル脳神経外科、さくらインターネット株式会社、TRN合同会社、Deep Growth Capital合同会社

## Official release of Tokyo Map, which lets users view a range of map information useful for residents’ daily lives in one place

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:01:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006856.000052467.html
- anchor: #n2107373
- Companies mentioned: 東京都、GovTech東京

Facts:
- Map information available on Tokyo Map (currently 10 maps)
- Thursday, Aug. 20, Reiwa 8

## Winners announced in a game development contest themed around the YouTube channel Sansan Kids, which has more than 2 million subscribers! Play the award-winning game worlds full of exciting experiences in テラビット!

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:44+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000381.000113626.html
- anchor: #n2107374
- Companies mentioned: サイバーステップ株式会社、サンサンキッズTV、株式会社aquwa、テラビット

Facts:
- More than 2 million channel subscribers
- A total of 1,870 entries were submitted

## ドイツ伝統工芸織物シュニール織のブランド「FEILER(フェイラー)」【VERY10月号掲載】2026年9月7日(月)発売親子リンクで学校生活を楽しめるアイテム「＃学校フェイラー」に新作が登場！

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:42+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000230.000030941.html
- anchor: #n2107375
- Companies mentioned: フェイラージャパン株式会社、フェイラー、メルカリ、LINE、Instagram、X

Facts:
- 30 people will be selected to receive a handkerchief of their choice

## New role discovered for the skin defense molecule LL-37 in suppressing melanoma progression

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:36+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000898.000021495.html
- anchor: #n2107376
- Companies mentioned: 順天堂大学、Cell Reports

Facts:
- This paper was published online ahead of print in Cell Reports in August 2026.

## ADEKA boosts production capacity for photoacid generators used in advanced photoresists

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:29+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000041.000072203.html
- anchor: #n2107377
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ADEKA、半導体イノベーションセンター、鹿島化学品工場

Facts:
- The market is set to expand ahead of schedule to reach $1.5 trillion in 2026
- Investment: approximately ¥1 billion
- Capacity expansion: approximately 2 times the previous level
- 総工費約120億円をかけた新基幹研究所「半導体イノベーションセンター」

## ColorSing’s first event offering a chance to perform at an outdoor festival in Tokyo! Compete for the right to perform as the opening act at the hugely popular outdoor music festival TOKYO ISLAND 2026!

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:28+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000047.000154558.html
- anchor: #n2107378
- Companies mentioned: ColorSing株式会社、TOKYO ISLAND 2026

Facts:
- Performers: 3 people
- Set time: up to 15 minutes per day
- 2026年10月10日（土）・11日（日）・12日（月・祝）

## The winner of the “KNOCKERS -Fukuoka New Generation Music Contest -” has been announced!

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000038.000182637.html
- anchor: #n2107379
- Companies mentioned: 福岡市役所、クリエイティブ・ラボ・フクオカ、UNITEDLAB、サニーデイ・サービス、NiEW 株式会社、Bigfish Inc.

Facts:
- Taking place at UNITEDLAB on Saturday, Oct. 10

## HOTEL IL PALAZZO, Japan’s first design hotel, launches new bakery brand IL PALAZZO BAKERY

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:22+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000076.000052690.html
- anchor: #n2107380
- Companies mentioned: HOTEL IL PALAZZO、IL PALAZZO BAKERY、アルド・ロッシ、内田繁、プリツカー賞、福岡市都市景観賞、アメリカ建築家協会（AIA）

Facts:
- Opened in 1989
- 1990年には建築界のノーベル賞と称される「プリツカー賞」と「福岡市都市景観賞」を受賞
- 1991年には、アメリカ建築家協会（AIA）より、アメリカ国外の建築としては史上初となる名誉賞を受賞
- A full renovation of the hotel in 2023 through the Re-Design project
- Approximately 10 varieties of hotel-made bread
- Price: ¥3,980 (tax included)
- Option: Extend the free-flow drinks service by 30 minutes for ¥980 (tax included)

## “Turning preventive healthcare into a story.” AI Dock, a preventive healthcare service combining full-body scans and AI, launches officially and raises approximately ¥260 million in a seed round

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:16+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000185215.html
- anchor: #n2107381
- Companies mentioned: AI Dock株式会社、Med X株式会社、Bio Engineering Capital株式会社、マーソ株式会社、MRSO、Voicy、さくらインターネット株式会社、TRN合同会社、Deep Growth Capital合同会社

## The reality of “wellness confusion” among people unsure what health and beauty products to choose

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000113.000116949.html
- anchor: #n2107382
- Companies mentioned: iHerb、QO株式会社

Facts:
- 84.5% of respondents reported having some kind of health or beauty concern
- “Weight and body shape” 40.1%
- “Sleep” 37.4%
- “Feelings of fatigue and sluggishness” 36.4%
- A total of 50.3% of respondents said they use supplements “actively,” “sometimes” or “occasionally”.
- 5,697 applicants to participate in group interviews
- More than 1,800 brands
- More than 50,000 products
- More than 180 countries
- 15 million customers annually
- More than 53 million reviews

## Mahjong tiles become cute, puffy stickers! Mahjong table manufacturer 大洋技研’s AMOS releases “Mahjong TOY TOY Stickers”

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000187226.html
- anchor: #n2107595
- Companies mentioned: 大洋技研株式会社、AMOS、Mリーグ

Facts:
- Price: ¥550 (tax included)
- To be held on Aug. 24, 2026
- Starting Sept. 14, 2026

## “Tomin,” a liquid rapid freezer adopted by more than 4,000 companies*, registered as a product eligible for the 中小企業省力化投資補助金（カタログ注文型）

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000188334.html
- anchor: #n2107594
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社テクニカン、食品メーカー、水産加工業、畜産加工業、農産加工業、飲食店、ホテル、酒蔵、中小企業省力化投資補助金（カタログ注文型）

Facts:
- Adopted by more than 4,000 companies* nationwide, including 食品メーカー, 水産加工業, 畜産加工業, 農産加工業, 飲食店, ホテル and 酒蔵
- Proprietary technology that encases food in liquid at minus 30°C

## The Value partners with Cotel AI株式会社 to jointly launch “Hotelabo,” an online training platform specializing in the hotel industry

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000185815.html
- anchor: #n2107593
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社The Value、Cotel AI株式会社、西武・プリンスホテルズワールドワイド、QBネットHD、Seawood Hotel宮古島、江の島ホテル、The Lively東京麻布十番

Facts:
- The requirement to implement customer harassment (hereinafter, “kasuhara”) countermeasures in October 2026
- Tokyo Metropolitan Government’s “Customer Harassment Prevention Measures Promotion Program: Incentives for Businesses”: 400,000 yen in incentives for small and medium-sized businesses and others in Tokyo
- Nagoya City’s “Small and Medium-Sized Business Customer Harassment Countermeasure Support Subsidy”: covers 1/2 of expenses for small and medium-sized businesses in the city, up to 300,000 yen

## More than 45% of people who bought a car in the past 3 years with resale value in mind said they “allow” some form of smoking in the car, whether e-cigarettes or conventional cigarettes!

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000178329.html
- anchor: #n2107592
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ユーポス、RCリサーチデータ

Facts:
- More than 45% of people who bought a car in the past 3 years with resale value in mind allow some form of smoking in the car, whether e-cigarettes or conventional cigarettes
- 直近3年以内にリセールバリューを考慮して車を購入した人の約8割が、現在もリセールバリューを意識した利用が「できている」と回答
- 直近3年以内にリセールバリューを考慮して車を購入した人の6割弱が、購入時と現在でリセールバリューに対する意識が「高まった」と回答
- 直近3年以内にリセールバリューを考慮して車を購入した人の8割強が、その車を屋外に駐車している
- Among people who bought a car with resale value in mind, more than half said they “always carry out regular maintenance at the times or mileage intervals recommended by the manufacturer”
- 約4割の人が「法定点検や車検など、義務付けられているものは実施している」
- Among reasons given by people whose awareness of resale value has waned since buying a car with resale value in mind for using it in ways that reduce its resale value, the most common was “because it feels mentally restrictive”

## [Heatstroke prevention] Women’s heat-protection wear “L.C.L Cooler Jacket 2027” set for release

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000188594.html
- anchor: #n2107591
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社LOVEL、株式会社terao-f、株式会社MOTTERU、株式会社ロゴスコーポレーション、LOGOS

Facts:
- “Sweat” was cited by 52.9% of respondents as their most serious summer concern, accounting for more than half
- “During the commute” was the most common situation in which respondents found that concern most burdensome, at 43.8%
- The heat-shielding rate of the fabric is 54%
- UV-blocking rate: 99.9% or higher
- 株式会社MOTTERU’s semi-solid-state battery, 10,000mAh
- Battery life is about 4 times that of conventional products, supporting more than 2,000 charge-discharge cycles
- About 12 hours in high mode
- About 28 hours in low mode
- The 2027 model will go on sale from May 1, 2027, in a limited run of 300 jackets
- Delivery of advance orders is scheduled for May 2027. Re

## Cotel AI partners with 株式会社The Value to jointly launch “Hotelabo,” an online training platform specializing in the hotel industry

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000183164.html
- anchor: #n2107590
- Companies mentioned: Cotel AI株式会社、株式会社The Value、西武・プリンスホテルズワールドワイド、QB House（Hong Kong）Ltd.、Seawood Hotel宮古島、江の島ホテル、The Lively 東京麻布十番

Facts:
- Tokyo Metropolitan Government’s “Customer Harassment Prevention Measures Promotion Program: Incentives for Businesses”: 400,000 yen in incentives for small and medium-sized businesses and others in Tokyo
- Nagoya City’s “Small and Medium-Sized Business Customer Harassment Countermeasure Support Subsidy”: covers 1/2 of expenses for small and medium-sized businesses in the city, up to 300,000 yen

## A new cultural hub is coming to Jiyugaoka! “mimimi” to open in early October 2026

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000189226.html
- anchor: #n2107589
- Companies mentioned: 岡田不動産株式会社、AGRIKO、自由が丘商店街振興組合、自由が丘アート委員会、JIYUGAOKA MUSE SQUARE、岡田リアリティ株式会社、目黒区TMO、ジェイ・スピリット、産業能率大学、東京商工会議所

Facts:
- 総面積約940 ㎡
- 総面積約940 ㎡（290坪）
- A 20-meter-long open kitchen
- With approximately 70 seats
- 4 dining establishments
- 1 art gallery
- 1 farm area

## Oisix’s “Delicious Vegetables and Delicious Meals” to launch on Thursday, Aug. 20, 2026

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000158077.html
- anchor: #n2107464
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社タカラトミーアイビス、オイシックス株式会社、株式会社ワオ・コーポレーション、Apple Inc.、Google LLC

Facts:
- Membership: 351,029
- Cumulative shipments of the series: 250 million meals
- More than 2 million cumulative downloads

## Nationwide child support consultation event to be held

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000135055.html
- anchor: #n2107457
- Companies mentioned: 全国青年司法書士協議会、日本司法書士会連合会、一般財団法人全国母子寡婦福祉団体協議会、特定非営利活動法人ひとり親家庭サポート団体全国協議会

Facts:
- The relative poverty rate among children stands at 11.0%
- The relative poverty rate for households with 1 adult stands at 44.7%
- Only 46.7% of households have established child support arrangements
- 28.1% of households currently receive child support
- About 2,200 young judicial scriveners belong to the organization nationwide
- 28 locations nationwide
- A total of 59 phone lines are planned

## “YADO/Re Yakuin,” an urban-stay hotel in Yakuin, Fukuoka, set to open Monday, Sept. 14, 2026

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000049863.html
- anchor: #n2107456
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社えんメディアネット、えんホールディングスグループ、Local Design株式会社、B・B・B POTTERS、HIGHTIDE、Blumo、株式会社 BAS建築設計、株式会社 未来図建設、株式会社 えんホールディングス

Facts:
- A total of 90 rooms
- 敷地面積：725.32㎡
- 延床面積：3,556.53㎡
- The total number of followers exceeds approximately 240,000

## From Fukuyama: “How can we create spaces that inspire local people to give things a try?” A pre-event will be held on Sept. 17, followed by a 5-session facilitation course starting in October

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000091790.html
- anchor: #n2107455
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Groove Designs、株式会社エンパブリック、地域エンゲージメントラボ、公益財団法人トヨタ財団

Facts:
- Participation fee: ¥2,000
- Course fee: 9,900 yen (all 5 sessions)
- Capacity: 20 people (those able to attend all 5 sessions)

## Reze releases feature to import returned medical claims into its billing-workspace

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000133022.html
- anchor: #n2107454
- Companies mentioned: Reze、株式会社mutex、mutex

Facts:
- The “Billing Workspace,” released in June 2026,
- By the end of 2026: sequential releases of an add-on proposal AI, comment-generation AI and DPC coding AI
- By the end of 2027: achieve full automation of medical claims processing using AI agents, from initial claims through handling review results
- Capital: 60.01 million yen (including capital reserve)

## [From age 32 to 80, 44 contestants selected from across Japan] Japan’s representative for Mrs. Universe Japan 2026 named! Yuko Yoshimura (56), an executive at a company that publishes a free paper in Yamagata, wins the grand prix.

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000026.000038380.html
- anchor: #n2107453
- Companies mentioned: Bellissima Japan株式会社、ベリッシマジャパン株式会社、アデランス、RAIBY、渋谷crossFM、KoA、クロスサポート株式会社、社章製作ルイヤンスタイル、日本トリム、SEDY＆Co、ラレンヌ、愛粧堂、パリミキ、ランクアップ、モッズヘア、エム・エイチ・グループ、ラシュレ、バルニバービ、クー・ジョリ、グラツィア、プロラボホールディングス、ドレスワールド、THE CLINIC、ディヴァイン、花キューピット株式会社、LUFTホールディングス、ZENKO、タマリス、サロン・ド・リジュー、Spyra Beauty、MIREI、ハートフルシッターズ

Facts:
- About 300 applicants
- A local media company in Yamagata Prefecture with a circulation of 170,000 copies
- A global Mrs. pageant attended by 130 people from about 80 countries
- 44 finalists aged 32 to 80
- Yuko Yoshimura (56)
- Waka Sakurai (60)
- Manari Osaki (35)

## Second lineup announcement for “つるまち文化祭 2026”! Koji Muraya, カズミナナ and サックス侍 confirmed to perform!

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000027.000053471.html
- anchor: #n2107452
- Companies mentioned: つるまち文化祭実行委員会、矢作地所株式会社、株式会社RFC、一般社団法人GREENJAM、ソニーミュージック、NEWS、ZIP-FM、フジテレビ

Facts:
- Nov. 7 (Sat.) and 8 (Sun.), 2026
- Combined social media followers surpass 350,000

## エムニ releases user interview on co-creation support for Tokyo Gas’s new business for manufacturers, “Maintenance Know-How Succession Service”

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000035.000134983.html
- anchor: #n2107451
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エムニ、東京ガス株式会社

## World-first “multi-variety crossing technology” established to cross 4 rice varieties simultaneously

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000036.000181531.html
- anchor: #n2107450
- Companies mentioned: NTT株式会社、東京都立大学

Facts:
- Seed weight approximately 1.7 times the average of the 4 parent varieties

## Long-term vision “En-Vision2035” formulated

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000044.000136898.html
- anchor: #n2107449
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エンビプロ・ホールディングス

Facts:
- Capital: ¥1,580,215,276
- As the vision to be achieved by fiscal 2035
- 11 consolidated subsidiaries (including sub-subsidiaries)
- 2 equity-method affiliates

## Kalodata begins integration with “futureshop,” a SaaS-based e-commerce website-building platform

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000049.000167462.html
- anchor: #n2107448
- Companies mentioned: Kalodata、Kalowave Technology Co., Limited、Kalowave Japan、株式会社フューチャーショップ、futureshop

Facts:
- Creator data from more than 250 million people worldwide

## StoryHub releases report on event featuring 文春オンライン, ビュートピア, ダイヤモンド社 and 扶桑社

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000054.000133529.html
- anchor: #n2107447
- Companies mentioned: StoryHub株式会社、文春オンライン、ビュートピア、ダイヤモンド社、扶桑社、Future Leaders Hub、女子SPA!

Facts:
- A total of 350 people registered for in-person and online attendance
- The in-person attendance capacity, initially set at 50
- Received 90 applications
- Generated by AI in approximately 1 minute
- [Number of applicants] 360

## [For those worried they can’t sell their studio apartment] Studio apartment resale price review assessment launches: “ワンルーム売却 超高精度AI査定くん”

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000067.000132729.html
- anchor: #n2107446
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フロンティア、ワンルーム売却 超高精度AI査定くん

Facts:
- Actual transaction data from the past 5 years
- A database containing approximately 2 million buildings

## EIZO launches a large-screen 32-inch 4K monitor for air traffic control towers

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000070.000021537.html
- anchor: #n2107445
- Companies mentioned: EIZO株式会社、Video Electronics Standards Association、HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc.

Facts:
- Large 32-inch screen
- 4K (3840×2160) resolution
- Low brightness of 5 cd/m²
- High brightness of 490 cd/m²
- High contrast ratio of 1800:1
- Weight is approximately 7.9 kg
- Previous 31.5-inch model weighed approximately 17.1 kg

## [バンヤンツリー・東山 京都] To mark its 2nd anniversary, “Stay for Good,” connecting Kyoto culture to the future, returns

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000071.000142729.html
- anchor: #n2107444
- Companies mentioned: バンヤン・グループ、バンヤンツリー・東山 京都、ギャリア・二条城 京都、ダーワ・悠洛 京都、仁和寺

Facts:
- 2nd anniversary of opening
- 2–5 guests: ¥125,000 per person (tax included)
- 6–10 guests: ¥105,000 per person (tax included)
- Our hotel, with 52 rooms
- Including 8 rooms with private hot springs

## An “evolution of the confectionery tin” is born. “The Merry-Go-Round Jewel Box,” customizable with magnets, launches exclusively at 伊勢丹新宿店

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000074.000096495.html
- anchor: #n2107443
- Companies mentioned: 青山デカーボ、伊勢丹新宿店、東金聖、Alisa Horita

Facts:
- ¥4,950 including tax (base price ¥4,500)
- ¥330 including tax (base price ¥300)
- ¥385 including tax (base price ¥350)
- Purchases are limited to 3 items per person.
- 100 units are expected to arrive each day.

## TIAD, AUTOGRAPH COLLECTION introduces a lounge parfait showcasing seasonal fruit and an anniversary plan for special occasions and celebrating your favorite personalities

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000103.000105689.html
- anchor: #n2107442
- Companies mentioned: TIAD, AUTOGRAPH COLLECTION、マリオット、オートグラフ コレクション

Facts:
- Parfait only: ¥3,800 (tax and service charge included)
- Drink set (includes 1 cup of coffee or tea): ¥4,200 (tax and service charge included)
- Price: ¥2,800 (tax and service charge included)
- Afternoon tea price + ¥800 (tax and service charge included)
- TIAD is the 307th オートグラフ コレクション worldwide (4th in Japan and the first in the Tokai region).

## The Kyoto location of New York’s renowned steakhouse ベンジャミン ステーキハウス introduces its autumn special plan, “Autumn-Only 750g Sizzling Ribeye Steak Course”

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000113.000019589.html
- anchor: #n2107441
- Companies mentioned: ベンジャミン ステーキハウス、株式会社オーイズミフーズ

Facts:
- Autumn-Only 750g Sizzling Ribeye Steak Course
- Price: ¥20,000 (tax and service charge included)

## ソフトバンク and エリクソン conduct Japan’s first demonstration of Ericsson’s “AI in RAN” on a commercial 5G network

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000123.000010141.html
- anchor: #n2107440
- Companies mentioned: ソフトバンク、エリクソン、エリクソン・ジャパン

Facts:
- Spectrum efficiency increased by up to approximately 25%
- Downlink user throughput increased by up to approximately 50%
- Spectrum efficiency and downlink user throughput both increased by an average of approximately 10%

## Anonymous blogger “Kuririn,” who has reviewed more than 4,000 bottles, joins The Plinius! Bolsters the release of a private bottler brand that visualizes the stories behind spirits through art!

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000125.000145570.html
- anchor: #n2107439
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ロイヤルマイル、The Plinius、クロナキルティ、BAR お酒の美術館、T&T TOYAMA、キルホーマン、カバラン、リカーマウンテン、ヘブンヒル、エライジャクレイグ、メーカーズマーク、ビッグピート、M’s Tasting Room、信濃屋、長濱蒸留所、桜尾、戸河内、KANPAIKAI、ローソン、Taiki Cosmic Glen Distillery、グレンファークラス、Bols、Hennessy、BSフジ、三越伊勢丹、堀江貴文、大樹町

Facts:
- Has been sharing information about whisky since 2010
- Total followers have exceeded 1.2 million

## マルエツのフードドライブ活動 新たに東京都足立区の２店舗でスタート

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000129.000135992.html
- anchor: #n2107438
- Companies mentioned: マルエツ、ユナイテッド・スーパーマーケット・ホールディングス株式会社、社会福祉法人 足立区社会福祉協議会

Facts:
- The number of our stores conducting food drives will reach 131
- A cumulative total of 331,994 items

## シーネット to exhibit at “International Logistics Exhibition 2026”—showcasing next-generation logistics DX solutions under the theme “WMS × Connecting.”

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000144.000061151.html
- anchor: #n2107437
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社シーネット、株式会社YEデジタル

Facts:
- 600 exhibiting companies and organizations
- 3,250 booths
- Expected number of registered visitors: 85,000
- No. 1 in cloud-based WMS sales share for 14 consecutive years

## AI is “being used,” but people are not ready to “delegate” to it. AICX Association analyzes “AX Phase Assessments” from 715 trade show visitors. All 3 lowest-scoring questions concern “business process design”

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000156.000155740.html
- anchor: #n2107436
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人AICX協会、AI・人工知能EXPO NEO

Facts:
- 715 valid responses
- The gap between “business process design” and “organizational implementation and adoption”

## Policy approaches to preventing severe cases of “silent killer” non-viral hepatitis: The front lines of specific health checkup screening and collaboration between primary care and specialist physicians. Roundtable to be held Thursday, September 24, 2026

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000160.000042181.html
- anchor: #n2107435
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人 日本パブリックアフェアーズ協会、奈良県立医科大学、虎の門病院、日本医療伝道会衣笠病院グループ、NPO法人 東京肝臓友の会

Facts:
- Sept. 24, 2026
- 16:30～18:30
- Capacity (venue): 30 people

## Momentum株式会社 certifies 株式会社ジーニー as a PCP partner

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000176.000011681.html
- anchor: #n2107434
- Companies mentioned: Momentum株式会社、株式会社ジーニー、GENIEE DSP

Facts:
- Two Purposes: “Creating a world where everyone can succeed in marketing” and “Contributing to Japan and Asia as a world-leading technology company originating in Japan”

## 【Amazon.co.jp限定】白州18年に挑む。ウイスキーみくじ第13弾 ４６６口限定 8月20日販売開始

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000191.000145472.html
- anchor: #n2107433
- Companies mentioned: Amazon.co.jp、株式会社アップライジング、タチバナE酒販、白州、山崎、宮城峡、響、巳乃霞、はなぐり

Facts:
- Limited to 466 entries.
- Priced at ¥4,880

## フューチャーショップ begins integration with “Kalodata,” a TikTok Shop data analytics tool

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000192.000008279.html
- anchor: #n2107432
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フューチャーショップ、Kalowave Technology Co., Limited、株式会社Kalowave Japan、TikTok

Facts:
- 42 million active users in Japan
- Repeat purchase rate: 81.3%
- Already used by 4 million companies worldwide
- 250 million creators
- Sales of ¥1 billion or more
- Just 6 months after starting use

## [Gaming Products/Video Equipment Sale Information] Amazon Announces Participation in “Lifestyle Support Summer Festival Sale” and “Smile Sale”

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000203.000089028.html
- anchor: #n2107431
- Companies mentioned: Nextorage株式会社、Amazon

Facts:
- 15% OFF
- 20% OFF
- 30%
- 43%
- 57%
- Up to ８TB

## FastLabel, which operates a physical AI data R&D center spanning more than 1,000㎡ in Tokyo, launches “Data Factory Operations,” a solution supporting the launch and operation of data production facilities

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000207.000065427.html
- anchor: #n2107430
- Companies mentioned: FastLabel株式会社

Facts:
- Physical AI data R&D center spanning more than 1,000㎡ in Tokyo
- More than 1万 hours of cumulative physical AI data production
- More than 30万 cumulative episodes

## [Housing among people in their 50s–70s] More than half of those considering moving agree with “I want to adjust early to my future lifestyle.” Preferred types of homes to move to vary greatly by age group

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000212.000018508.html
- anchor: #n2107429
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オースタンス、趣味人倶楽部、シニアDXラボ

Facts:
- Of the 1,393 people in their 50s–70s, 22.4% (312 people) are currently considering moving.
- Among reasons for moving that resonated with those considering it, “I want to get used to a lifestyle suited to my future self early” ranked highest, at 53.8%.
- Among those who answered “nothing in particular” about their home, 13.3% were considering moving.
- The figure was 27.9% among those with some concerns or dissatisfaction.
- Among people in their 50s, 29.6% prefer a standard apartment or house
- Among people aged 70 and older, 66.2% prefer senior-focused housing
- One of Japan’s largest social networking services for middle-aged and older adults, with 42万人 members and 3,000万 monthly page views.
- Valid responses: 1,393 people

## Tokyo continues to attract residents, while prices and rents rise. Rent gap across Tokyo’s 23 wards reaches as much as 2.9 times, a difference of about 140万円 a year! Ranking of stations with the lowest and highest average rent per 1㎡ [Tokyo’s 23 wards]

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000215.000003782.html
- anchor: #n2107428
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社CHINTAI、CHINTAIネット

Facts:
- “Kasai-Rinkai-Koen”: 2,410 yen
- “Takeshiba”: 7,095 yen
- 65,219 people
- Up 1.6%
- 25㎡

## Turning funeral facilities into places for community learning: Ai Plan supports experiential learning using urban beekeeping

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000259.000084492.html
- anchor: #n2107427
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社あいプラン、NPO法人サッポロ・ミツバチ・プロジェクト、誠心堂本店、やわらぎ斎場 センティア28

Facts:
- 10 local children
- July 30, 2026
- As a corporate member from 2025

## 第55回全国中学校ハンドボール大会 女子・鶴城中学校が2連覇、通算8回目の優勝

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000266.000106743.html
- anchor: #n2107426
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人日本ハンドボール協会、鶴城中学校、府中ハンドボールクラブ

Facts:
- 鶴城中学校（熊本）が府中ハンドボールクラブ（東京）を36－32で破り
- Secured its 2nd consecutive title following the previous tournament
- Claimed its 8th championship overall
- 鶴城中学校は前半を17－13と4点リードで折り返す
- The second half ended 19–19
- The outstanding girls’ players are scheduled to be announced at the awards ceremony following the boys’ final, which is being held from 14:40 on the same day
- ■Tournament dates: August 18 (Tuesday)–20 (Thursday)

## Celebrating the 10th anniversary of “Dressing Day”! Special website revamped and launched today; survey results on dressing use also announced—How many times a week do you use it?

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000291.000115470.html
- anchor: #n2107425
- Companies mentioned: ケンコーマヨネーズ株式会社、サラダカフェ株式会社

Facts:
- More than 80 types of dressings and related products offered by our company
- Average number kept on hand: about 2.6 types
- 8割以上の方が1週間に1回以上は利用されています
- Capital: 5.42403 billion yen