# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-20 15:00–18:00 JST｜Page 1 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.

## Disaster-response laundromats surpass 300 locations nationwide, serving as coin laundries in normal times and community support hubs during disasters

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:41:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000342.000051381.html
- anchor: #n2112567
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ジーアイビー、ブルースカイランドリー、カインズ

Facts:
- 303 locations nationwide
- 419 locations nationwide
- 63 municipalities and community organizations nationwide
- 220 locations

## [Up to ¥2,000 off] A new dining experience with an irori hearth at every table: 炉端会席 KAKU 品川 offers an all-inclusive opening special from ¥6,500

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:40:46+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001760.000007303.html
- anchor: #n2112568
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社DDグループ、株式会社ダイヤモンドダイニング、炉端会席 KAKU 品川

Facts:
- Regular price: ¥8,000
- Regular price: ¥10,000
- 2.5-hour free-flow drinks
- More than 30 types of drinks
- Seating capacity: 100

## ECOMMIT and 埼玉県入間市 sign a partnership agreement to promote the circular economy.

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:40:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000177.000067508.html
- anchor: #n2112569
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ECOMMIT、埼玉県入間市

Facts:
- 令和8年秋、入間市リサイクルプラザ内に「リユース施設」を開設
- 環境省の「令和7年度補正予算 自治体による物価高騰対策に資するリユース等支援事業」を活用して実施いたします。

## [Performance report] バレエアンサンブルガラ Concert 2026 – Tokyo –

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:40:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000501.000083890.html
- anchor: #n2112570
- Companies mentioned: マーティ株式会社、バレエアンサンブルガラ、Balletweek、チェコ・ブルノ国立歌劇場バレエ団、オーストラリアバレエ団、ロイヤルニュージーランドバレエ団、オクラホマシティバレエ団

Facts:
- Saturday, July 25, 2026
- More than 15 ballet studios nationwide

## Alpico Group launches drone-based materials transport service, supporting logistics at sites difficult for people and heavy machinery to access

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:36:22+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000096.000128409.html
- anchor: #n2112571
- Companies mentioned: アルピコホールディングス株式会社、アルピコ交通株式会社、株式会社ストーンモリス、株式会社Mount Libra

Facts:
- Starting September 1, 2026
- Monday, August 31, 2026

## 【タウンライフ株式会社】本社増床エリア「第3オフィス」の内装風景動画をご紹介します

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:30:58+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000053.000179222.html
- anchor: #n2112572
- Companies mentioned: タウンライフ株式会社、kifuku.design

## A video of an earnings briefing using an AI avatar is now available

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:30:32+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000185198.html
- anchor: #n2112573
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TAKARA＆COMPANY

## [New sweets brand exclusive to Tokyo Station] Butter Milk Lab., a milk confectionery specialty shop from a Setagaya-based pastry shop focused on quality ingredients, launches

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000034.000088503.html
- anchor: #n2112586
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ラ・テール、Butter Milk Lab.、ファームズ千代田、加賀種

Facts:
- Price: ¥1,728 (tax included) / 3 pieces
- ¥3,456 (tax included) / 6 pieces
- Price: ¥1,296 (tax included) / 3 pieces
- Price: ¥908 (tax included) / 4 pieces
- ¥1,361 (tax included) / 6 pieces
- ¥2,268 (tax included) / 10 pieces

## [New sweets brand exclusive to Tokyo Station] A fresh take on sweets, freely combining traditional confections from around the world: ÉRIE T.（エリートーキョー） launches at グランスタ東京

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000035.000088503.html
- anchor: #n2112585
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ラ・テール、ÉRIE T.（エリートーキョー）、グランスタ東京、YAECA、ARTS&SCIECE、サカナクション

Facts:
- Price: ¥540 (tax included) / 1 piece
- Price: ¥843 / 2 pieces
- Sale price: S size ¥550 (tax included)
- Limited quantity: 200 S-size sheets

## 【開幕まであと30日！】 愛知・名古屋2026公式ライセンスショップの静岡県内１号店がイオン浜松市野にOPENしました

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000047.000174790.html
- anchor: #n2112584
- Companies mentioned: 愛知・名古屋2026マーケティング代理店業務共同事業体ライセンシング事務局、イオン

Facts:
- August 20, 2026
- Hours: 9:00–23:00
- About 10 minutes by car
- About 30 minutes

## “Super Singer” Seiko Omori, affiliated with Punctual, to release her 10th album on 8/26

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000071.000058823.html
- anchor: #n2112583
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社パンクチュアル、株式会社TOKYO PINK、ZOCX

Facts:
- Price: ¥22,000 (tax included)

## 【加賀温泉郷】萬松園あいうえおの杜 1周年記念「こどもなつまつり」開催！

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000107.000076294.html
- anchor: #n2112582
- Companies mentioned: 萬松園あいうえおの杜、加賀市観光情報センター KAGA旅・まちネット、一般社団法人加賀市観光交流機構

Facts:
- Date: Sunday, August 23
- Time: 10:00–15:00
- Inquiries: TEL 0761-76-5575
- TEL 0761-72-6678 (8:45–17:30) / Open year-round
- TEL 0761-72-0600 (8:30–17:15) / Weekdays only

## [New release] A more refined take on chic camouflage. The popular camo tote has been renewed with Italian leather trim

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000267.000099393.html
- anchor: #n2112581
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社HAYNI、HAYNI、Ops.

Facts:
- Body: approx. 328 g
- ¥18,450 (tax included)

## レトロポップなヴィンテージアートが可愛い！「ディズニー」デザインのナップサックシリーズが新登場！

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000381.000085881.html
- anchor: #n2112580
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イーカムグループ、ディズニー

Facts:
- ■¥3,190 (tax included)

## Savor seasonal fruit in autumnal Kobe: Shine Muscat Afternoon Tea Set on sale [from 8/31]

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000396.000040183.html
- anchor: #n2112579
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社神戸ポートピアホテル、日本紅茶協会

Facts:
- [Price] ¥5,500; ¥6,500 for the plan with an optional drink
- [Discounted price] ¥5,000; ¥5,700 for the plan with an optional drink
- Muscat Citrus Fizz ¥1,000

## Gelée by Decorative Nail launches muted-tone gel nail colors perfect for autumn! “Yofuke Collection” pre-sale begins at Shobido's official online store and ロフト*

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000418.000057928.html
- anchor: #n2112578
- Companies mentioned: 粧美堂株式会社、Gelée by Decorative Nail、ロフト、ロフトネットストア、株式会社ピコモンテ・ジャパン

Facts:
- GBD Color Gel: ¥880 each (tax included)
- Thursday, Aug. 20, 2026
- Monday, Sept. 7

## 株式会社REJECT、人気ポケモン実況者3人組「今日ポケch.」とパートナーシップ契約を締結

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000624.000050979.html
- anchor: #n2112577
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社REJECT、今日ポケch.、Esports World Cup

Facts:
- Has a track record of cumulative prize winnings

## [ＢＳ日テレ] Farm-fresh standing soba found in Kawamuko-cho, Yokohama: choose from 4 kinds of soba! Drunk Tsukaji says, “It goes so well with chili oil! So well! So well!” Buckwheat is ground in-store every morning and served fresh!

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001024.000125910.html
- anchor: #n2112576
- Companies mentioned: ＢＳ日テレ、ドランクドラゴン、はとバス

Facts:
- Soba is boiled for 38 seconds
- Airing Monday, August 24, from 10 to 11 p.m.

## SPARKLE launches the Power Dock Boost TC-9411M, a 4-port docking station with USB-C power delivery of up to 140W

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001145.000032645.html
- anchor: #n2112575
- Companies mentioned: SPARKLE、Sparkle Computer、シー・エフ・デー販売株式会社

Facts:
- Supports USB-C power delivery of up to 140W
- Built-in 150W GaN power supply
- HDMI video output up to 4K/60Hz
- Estimated retail price: around ¥18,800 (tax included)
- Scheduled for release on August 21, 2026

## 「ふるなび」が、令和8年8月豪雨の災害支援として2自治体の寄附受付を開始※2026/8/20自治体追加

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001708.000007821.html
- anchor: #n2112574
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アイモバイル、ふるなび

Facts:
- Opened on August 17

## AGM's first compact rugged tablet with an 8.68-inch display, the AGM PAD P3, officially launches in Japan on August 21

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:23:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000081.000133655.html
- anchor: #n2112490
- Companies mentioned: AGM Mobile、Amazon.co.jp、楽天市場

Facts:
- 8.68-inch
- Approx. 540 g
- 35,880 yen
- 41,880 yen
- 6,000 yen off
- 10% points back
- 12-month warranty
- 15-month warranty
- 10 winners in total

## <Survey on clothing and “second impressions” among women aged 30–59 living in Tokyo> 77.4% of working women say clothing affects trust and impression formation at work

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:23:27+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003893.000025003.html
- anchor: #n2112491
- Companies mentioned: 大丸松坂屋百貨店、AnotherADdress、森ビル株式会社

Facts:
- 77.4% of working women say that clothing affects trust and impression formation at work
- 服装に求めるものの1位は「清潔感」61.5％
- Before an important occasion, 56.1% feel anxious about choosing what to wear
- Personal styling consultation, 45 minutes | ¥4,180 (tax included)

## A collaboration event with Sanrio Characters is coming to “pop’n music High☆Cheers!!”!

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:22:36+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000089.000169916.html
- anchor: #n2112492
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コナミアーケードゲームス、株式会社サンリオ、ハローキティ、シナモロール、ポムポムプリン

Facts:
- For the first 2,000 customers
- Monday, November 16, 2026, 23:59
- Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 11:59

## 10th Anniversary Festival at 大阪焼肉・ホルモン ふたご 青物横丁店 on Monday, August 24 [One-Day Event]

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:20:16+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000234.000019564.html
- anchor: #n2112493
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社FTG Company、大阪焼肉・ホルモン ふたご、青物横丁店

Facts:
- All-you-can-drink (2 hours) for 100 yen (110 yen including tax)
- 25% off the total bill
- 500-yen dining voucher
- 11 brands, 130 locations

## [やっぱりステーキ] Special “children’s cafeteria” event at 3 locations in Okinawa Prefecture on August 21 to bring smiles during summer vacation!

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000188.000106018.html
- anchor: #n2112494
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ディーズプランニング、やっぱりステーキ

Facts:
- 3 locations in Okinawa Prefecture
- Limited to the first 50 servings
- About 20 shops

## Limited-time “Autumn Mont Blanc Afternoon Tea” featuring a tasting comparison of autumn flavors and Mont Blanc desserts

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:18:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000055.000119036.html
- anchor: #n2112495
- Companies mentioned: グランド ハイアット 福岡、グランド ハイアット

Facts:
- Afternoon Tea: 6,000 yen
- Premium Afternoon Tea (includes a welcome glass of Champagne and sustainable lobster cream pasta; guaranteed window-side seating): 8,800 yen
- 30 minutes by car from the airport

## [マンダリン オリエンタル 深圳] Two restaurants at the hotel earn Michelin stars, while its bar is ranked 5th on Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2026 list

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:17:42+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000092.000051453.html
- anchor: #n2112496
- Companies mentioned: マンダリン オリエンタル 深圳、マンダリン オリエンタル ホテル グループ、ザ・ベイ BY シェフ・フェイ、オーパス388、MOバー、アッパーヒルズ、ザ・マンダリン・クラブ、ザ・マンダリン・スパ、ザ・キューブ、ザ・ギャラリー

Facts:
- Earns Michelin stars
- オーパス388 earns one star
- オーパス388, located on the 77th floor
- More than 20 years of international experience in total
- Spacious guest rooms, 178 in total
- Event space spanning 1,500 square meters
- 47 hotels
- 15 residence properties
- 39 “Exceptional Homes”

## Sustaina Growth Company Award 2026 ceremony held, with about 12,000 companies considered; Imuraya Group wins the grand prize

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:15:22+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000153258.html
- anchor: #n2112497
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社船井総研ホールディングス、船井総合研究所、井村屋グループ株式会社、株式会社筑水キャニコム、株式会社不動産SHOPナカジツ、Mother’s Industry株式会社、社会保険労務士法人とうかい、佐々木製茶株式会社、株式会社オカモトヤ、ヤブシタホールディングス株式会社、株式会社アーキビジョン二十一、株式会社ファジアーノ岡山スポーツクラブ、株式会社田村ビルズグループ

Facts:
- 45 companies nominated as industry role models
- 28 finalist companies
- 12 companies selected for awards
- Group sales of 51.1 billion yen
- Sales exceed 10 billion yen
- Annual working hours reduced by about 116 hours per employee
- Boosting productivity by about 1.2 times
- Sales have grown about 120 times over the past 17 years
- Growth of about 2.5 times in the past 7 years alone
- With sales of 10 billion yen within reach
- Sales of 930 million yen

## [Thunders Summer Festival] Saturday, 8/22, Keyaki Walk Maebashi

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:14:19+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000194.000116683.html
- anchor: #n2112390
- Companies mentioned: 群馬クレインサンダーズ、ブックオフ、三洋商事株式会社

Facts:
- August 22
- 10:00～15:00
- Thunders strap: 2,150 yen
- 1回1,500円
- 1回500円

## 開催 September 10 (Thursday)! 2nd Beyond EXPO Future Co-Creation Forum

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:13:24+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000054.000127368.html
- anchor: #n2112391
- Companies mentioned: 夢洲新産業・都市創造機構、未来医療推進機構、NTT西日本、三井住友銀行、三菱総合研究所

Facts:
- 158 countries and regions worldwide
- Osaka-Kansai Expo 2025

## Changing store security with a single lighting track — the development story of the IQSE-G1 camera compatible with lighting tracks

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:12:43+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000188629.html
- anchor: #n2112392
- Companies mentioned: 華視時代株式会社、H.VIEW、IQSE、楽天市場、Amazon

Facts:
- Security-related trade show held in Tokyo in March 2024

## A long-selling series beloved for more than 30 years welcomes back a popular favorite! New release on 8/20: “Ginzen Tsukudani Matsutake Konbu”

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:12:39+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000152.000035737.html
- anchor: #n2112393
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マルヤナギ小倉屋

Facts:
- Contents: 85g
- Suggested retail price: 438 yen
- 473 yen including tax
- Shelf life: 60 days
- August 20, 2026

## 開催 September 1 (Tuesday)! Redesigning Kansai’s potential and appeal as the Osaka IR takes shape: Innovation seminar on the “high-value-added tourism” the world chooses

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:10:47+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000053.000127368.html
- anchor: #n2112394
- Companies mentioned: NOT A HOTEL、電通、電通グループ dentsu Japan、関西経済同友会、大阪商工会議所、夢洲新産業・都市創造機構

Facts:
- The 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo
- Tuesday, September 1, 2026, 15:00–17:30

## Recurring back pain: Is the cause not in your back!? The shortcut to relieving back pain! Correct body mechanics and super-simple stretches, on “Health Capsule! Genki no Jikan” on Sunday, 8/23

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001592.000015357.html
- anchor: #n2112395
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社CBCテレビ

Facts:
- The prevalence of back pain among Japanese people aged 40 and over is 37.7
- About 28 million people live with back pain

## グラスヒュッテ・オリジナル、「セネタ・クロノグラフ」を発表

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:08:15+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000030.000100667.html
- anchor: #n2112396
- Companies mentioned: グラスヒュッテ・オリジナル、スウォッチグループジャパン株式会社 グラスヒュッテ・オリジナル事業本部、GUB（Glashütter Uhrenbetrieb GmbH）

Facts:
- Early 1940s
- Diameter: 34.2 mm
- Just 8 mm thick
- Frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour
- Power reserve of up to 70 hours
- August 2026
- Up to 95% of all movement components

## [Yokohama/Omiya] Dessert Wagon Lunch with all-you-can-eat muscat grapes, pairing juicy grapes with special summer sweets you can choose to suit your taste

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:07:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001343.000004975.html
- anchor: #n2112397
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ベストブライダル、リストランテ マンジャーレ ウォーターエッジ YOKOHAMA、大宮璃宮 カフェ＆レストラン 四季庭

Facts:
- “Dessert Wagon Lunch (3,800 yen and up)”
- [Price] 5,500 yen and up (consumption tax and 15% service charge included)

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

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:06:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000083.000139963.html
- anchor: #n2112398
- Companies mentioned: 日本精工株式会社、株式会社アトム

Facts:
- Raise Japan’s GDP by 1%

## Agroworks’ heatstroke-prevention brand “MAHYO (魔氷®️)” featured on サンテレビ’s “Ana Maru”

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:05:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000109341.html
- anchor: #n2112399
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アグロワークス、サンテレビ、キーポイント

Facts:
- Cooling functionality that maintains a sensation of about 18°C for 60–90 minutes
- Sold 10,000 units in 1 year
- 16 locations nationwide, including the workwear specialty store キーポイント
- Capital: 40 million yen
- Established in 2014

## BEAMS 50 Festival, a summer celebration marking the company’s 50th anniversary, to be held at Grand Green Osaka!

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:00:21+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000992.000012471.html
- anchor: #n2112400
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ビームス、象印マホービン株式会社、牛乳石鹸共進社株式会社、ローランド株式会社、スピードスターレコーズ、ytv、Time Out Market Osaka

Facts:
- 50th anniversary of founding
- 2026年9月11日（金）・12日（土）
- More than 25 locations in total
- Admission: 2,000 yen

## 友好都市富岡町へ。杉戸町民40名が富岡の今を知る体験ツアーに参加

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:00:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000180613.html
- anchor: #n2112401
- Companies mentioned: 富岡町、杉戸町、一般社団法人とみおかプラス、株式会社 孫の手トラベル

Facts:
- 15 years have passed since the Great East Japan Earthquake and nuclear disaster
- This year marks the 15th anniversary of the friendship city agreement

## [Scrop COFFEE ROASTERS] The popular “Bottled Iced Coffee Gift” for this summer will soon end sales for the season. One last chance to enjoy a special coffee experience that gently eases late-summer fatigue.

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:00:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000036.000045876.html
- anchor: #n2112402
- Companies mentioned: Scrop COFFEE ROASTERS、株式会社マルハンダイニング

Facts:
- ・Price: 4,790 yen (including tax)
- ・Price: 6,600 yen (including tax)
- Capital: 40 million yen

## Popular influencer ericaさん, with more than 440,000 followers, × CRAIFE EN Collection launches August 24

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000189259.html
- anchor: #n2112436
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クライフ、CRAIFE、ericaさん

Facts:
- 8 variations in total
- 1,880 yen (tax included)
- First 300 people

## The new WEBTOON “The Hostage Wife Wants a Divorce,” produced by the 1LDK Group, takes 1st place in LINEマンガ’s overall ranking!

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000069586.html
- anchor: #n2112435
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社1LDK、株式会社LOCKER ROOM、フジテレビ、Kisai Entertainment、LINEマンガ

Facts:
- Ranked 1st in 3 categories: Overall, Fantasy/SF, and New Releases
- LINEマンガ rankings as of August 18, 2026
- Streaming begins sequentially from Aug. 18 (Tue)
- 配信期間：2026年8月24日（月）23時59分まで

## Record-high 14 manufacturers gather! “Let’s Gummy-communicate!!” for Sept. 3, Gummy Day | “Gummy House 2026,” the largest-ever hands-on event, will run for 4 days in Tokyo and Osaka

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000114304.html
- anchor: #n2112434
- Companies mentioned: 日本グミ協会、資生堂ジャパン株式会社、アトリオン製菓株式会社、株式会社バンダイ、株式会社ブルボン、株式会社明治、明治チューインガム株式会社、UHA味覚糖株式会社、株式会社ロッテ、株式会社田中旗店

Facts:
- Record-high 14 manufacturers gather
- All 58 products selected by GUMMIT manufacturers
- Win 93 gummy candies for 10 people
- 10 winners

## 「カイポケ連携AIなら神マナ」。朝に言われたことが、その日に動き出す——開発ロードマップを公開

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000119162.html
- anchor: #n2112433
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ライフシフト、株式会社エス・エム・エス、カイポケ

Facts:
- All 6 items were reflected within the same day
- As little as 26 minutes
- いま神マナは1日あたり平均18.5回、更新されています
- App updates in the past 30 days: 556
- Year-on-year: approximately 7.2 times

## LOCKER ROOM’s new WEBTOON “The Hostage Wife Wants a Divorce” takes the No. 1 spot in LINEマンガ’s overall rankings!

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000087290.html
- anchor: #n2112432
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社LOCKER ROOM、フジテレビ、LINEマンガ、Kisai Entertainment、TOON8

Facts:
- Ranked 1st in 3 categories: Overall, Fantasy/SF, and New Releases
- Serialization begins on Aug. 18, 2026 (Tue)

## Additional match announced for “ONE SAMURAI 3”! ONE Flyweight Kickboxing: Kosei Yoshida vs. Zhao Zhendong

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000024.000132638.html
- anchor: #n2112431
- Companies mentioned: ONE Championship、TEAM TEPPEN、TEPPENジム、U-NEXT、チケットぴあ

Facts:
- September 12, 2026 (Saturday)

## [Additional announcement] “Ube Machijū Evangelion 2026”

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000033.000125475.html
- anchor: #n2112430
- Companies mentioned: 西日本旅客鉄道株式会社、山口宇部空港ビル株式会社、高橋洋子

Facts:
- 105th anniversary of the city’s incorporation
- Approximately 1.75 million copies sold in total
- 7 million downloads via streaming
- 400 million streams

## 日本美術の逸品213点が集結！「美術品入札会 廻 -MEGURU- Vol.27 MAIN SALE」8月22日より下見会開催！芹沢銈介「釈迦十大弟子」オリジナルエコバッグも登場！

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000042.000012878.html
- anchor: #n2112429
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社加島美術、芹沢銈介、伊藤若冲、葛飾北斎、河鍋暁斎、藤田嗣治、円山應挙、横山大観、上村松園、マルク・シャガール、一休宗純、伊達政宗、大愚良寛、西郷南洲、中岡慎太郎、岩崎彌太郎、福澤諭吉、夏目漱石、棟方志功、河井寛次郎、尾形乾山、並河靖之、北大路魯山人、板谷波山、平櫛田中、エミール・ガレ

Facts:
- The preview exhibition starts on Aug. 22 (Sat)
- Bid deadline: Aug. 30, 2026 (Sun), 18:00
- Price: 2,500 yen each (tax included)
- Number of lots: 72

## A soothing, sparkling Christmas concert featuring violin, soprano and positive organ

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000044.000140377.html
- anchor: #n2112428
- Companies mentioned: 神奈川県立県民ホール、公益財団法人神奈川芸術文化財団、葉山町教育委員会

Facts:
- General admission: 1,500 yen
- U24 (age 24 and under): 500 yen

## 国内最大の創作俳句コンテスト「伊藤園お～いお茶新俳句大賞」岡山市教育研究研修センターの教職員向け研修講座に初協力

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000049.000011926.html
- anchor: #n2112427
- Companies mentioned: 伊藤園、日本俳句教育研究会

Facts:
- Approximately 480,000 applicants
- Approximately 15 school staff members participated
- The total number of submissions has reached 47.3 million haiku
- 859 elementary schools in Japan
- 955 junior high schools
- 1,154 high schools
- We received submissions from a total of 2,968 schools

## 「ピンク・レディー50周年祭」8月20日(木)西武渋谷店で開幕！

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000053.000047736.html
- anchor: #n2112426
- Companies mentioned: ピンク・レディー、ニッポン放送、ニッポン放送プロジェクト、三菱マテリアルトレーディング株式会社、Victor Entertainment, Inc.

Facts:
- 50th anniversary of their debut
- “50th anniversary of their debut” on Aug. 25, 2026
- Thursday, August 20
- Aug. 20 (Thu)–30 (Sun), 2026
- Hours: 10:00–20:00
- Price: 77,000 yen each (tax included)
- Quantity: Limited to 100 each

## “Watcher of Realms” x “Assassin’s Creed” collaboration begins Aug. 20! Limited hero “Ezio” available for free!

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000069.000039466.html
- anchor: #n2112425
- Companies mentioned: Moonton、ユービーアイソフト、Shanghai Moonton Technology Co., Ltd.

Facts:
- Begins Aug. 20
- Monthly active players surpass 100 million
- Total downloads also exceed 1 billion

## Save on travel, stay front row: fly, stay and enjoy it all! Bundle everything for great savings. A special, stress-free getaway made possible with Peach.

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000103.000180015.html
- anchor: #n2112424
- Companies mentioned: 日本空輸株式会社、Peach、グッドトリップエクスプレス、ホテル京阪ユニバーサル・タワー、オリエンタルホテル ユニバーサル・シティ、ザ パーク、フロント ホテル

Facts:
- From New Chitose: 27,700 yen and up
- From Sendai: 24,100 yen and up
- From Narita: 22,700 yen and up
- From Fukuoka: 21,100 yen and up

## Sponsored by abc株式会社, Rain Tree’s Maki Hashimoto x art university students’ collaborative exhibition “Starry Sky on a Rainy Day” opens in Minami-Aoyama

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000134.000153230.html
- anchor: #n2112423
- Companies mentioned: abc株式会社、Rain Tree、東京藝術大学、Gallery Blue 3143、デイリースポーツonline、美術展ナビ、Music Culture

Facts:
- Opened on Aug. 18, 2026 (Tue) at Gallery Blue 3143 in Minami-Aoyama, Tokyo
- Exhibition runs through Aug. 28
- An art project featuring works by 10 creators expressing themselves in different fields as idols and artists
- Rain Tree’s Maki Hashimoto and 9 students from 東京藝術大学
- Securities code: 8783

## [Oisix Niigata] Miku Yokoyama to throw the ceremonial first pitch at the Rakuten game on 8/29 (Sat)

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000147.000156814.html
- anchor: #n2112422
- Companies mentioned: オイシックス新潟アルビレックス・ベースボール・クラブ、オイシックス株式会社、東北楽天ゴールデンイーグルス、北陸酪連、株式会社川内自動車、新潟労働金庫、新潟県中古自動車販売協会

Facts:
- The game will be held on Aug. 29 (Sat) at Nagaoka City Yūkyūzan Baseball Stadium
- 13:00試合開始
- Has competed in the NPB Farm League since 2024
- Masumi Kuwata to become CBO (Chief Baseball Officer) starting in 2026

## Just add it to your website! Callways, an AI conversational support system that guides users simultaneously by “voice” and “screen,” launches a half-price campaign from Sept. 1 (Tue), cutting the initial fee from 800,000 yen to “400,000 yen”! [Limited to 5 companies]

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000169.000062024.html
- anchor: #n2112421
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社CBTソリューションズ、Callways

Facts:
- Sept. 1, 2026
- Oct. 30, 2026
- End of December 2026
- Average of 0.3–0.4 seconds

## [Held Sept. 2 (Wed)] “Employee benefit satisfaction actually changes with DC continuing education”: Explaining how to design education employees can relate to personally

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000273.000059559.html
- anchor: #n2112420
- Companies mentioned: ブロードマインド株式会社、NPO法人DC・iDeCo協会、野村アセットマネジメント資産運用研究所

Facts:
- The percentage of people in their 20s who hold investment trusts is 65%
- Approximately 35% remain in principal-guaranteed products
- 90% of participants felt an improvement in their financial well-being
- Financial knowledge comprehension improved 5.6 times
- 100% hold FP qualifications
- 200,000 consultations to date
- Customer satisfaction: 98.9%
- More than 80% of participants felt the benefits

## 17 acts including STU48 and 私立恵比寿中学 to perform at “Chikappa Festival 2026”! Advance lottery applications for VIP reserved seats now open on TIGET

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000329.000036931.html
- anchor: #n2112419
- Companies mentioned: STU48、私立恵比寿中学、ばってん少女隊、LinQ、HelloYouth、ルナリウム、AQUAPLANET、AsIs、ウメコマチ、カラフルスクリーム、KAWAII LAB. SOUTH、KAWAII LAB. MATES、きゅるりんってしてみて、NANIMONO、fav me、Pretty Chuu、MORE STAR、株式会社おはなみ、TIGET、株式会社grabss

Facts:
- Price: 33,000 yen (tax included)
- Price: 8,800 yen (tax included)
- Used by more than 20,000 organizers, from major talent agencies, promoters, production companies, venues and facilities to indie acts
- More than 500,000 events have been listed to date

## Ramen x yokai x romance novel game “Zashiki-Warashi Boyfriend ILOVE Ramen” Steam demo out today! Release date set for Sept. 24, 2026 (Thu)!

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000347.000053399.html
- anchor: #n2112418
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Phoenixx、荒花ぬぬ、Valve Corporation、Steam

Facts:
- The demo for “Zashiki-Warashi Boyfriend ILOVE Ramen” is now available on Steam!
- The Steam version of “Zashiki-Warashi Boyfriend ILOVE Ramen” will be released on Sept. 24, 2026 (Thu)!

## [APAMAN] Yatai Taiwan Fest 2026 to be held at Hibiya Park!

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000383.000049635.html
- anchor: #n2112417
- Companies mentioned: APAMAN株式会社、株式会社ビー・エフ・シー、日本スカイランタン協会Ⓡ、文化放送

Facts:
- 4 days
- Adults (junior high school students and older): 500 yen
- 1基4,000円

## ＼GUMMIT is gearing up for Gummy Day 2026／UHA味覚糖 to exhibit again this year at “Gummy House,” its largest-ever hands-on event! A giveaway campaign offering gummies will also be held

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000488.000011343.html
- anchor: #n2112416
- Companies mentioned: UHA味覚糖株式会社、アトリオン製菓株式会社、春日井製菓株式会社、カバヤ食品株式会社、カンロ株式会社、ニッポンエール、ノーベル製菓株式会社、HARIBO Japan株式会社、株式会社バンダイ、株式会社ブルボン、株式会社明治、明治チューインガム株式会社、株式会社ロッテ、資生堂ジャパン株式会社

Facts:
- A record 11 manufacturers gather!
- 93 gummies from GUMMIT participating manufacturers
- Number of winners: 10
- 3,000 yen worth of UHA味覚糖 gummies
- Number of winners: 9

## 【１０９シネマズプレミアム新宿】Three TOMORROW X TOGETHER VR concert films to receive a special encore screening all at once, starting September 4, 2026 (Friday); tickets on sale now!

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000753.000001956.html
- anchor: #n2112415
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社東急レクリエーション、TOMORROW X TOGETHER、１０９シネマズプレミアム新宿

Facts:
- Starting Friday, September 4, 2026
- Limited to 3 weeks
- 5,000 yen (tax included)

## A record 14 companies gather! September 3, Gummy Day, is all about “Gumminication!!”

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000772.000041274.html
- anchor: #n2112414
- Companies mentioned: カンロ株式会社、日本グミ協会、GUMMIT

Facts:
- A record total of 14 companies will participate in “GUMMIT”
- This year, a record 11 manufacturers will have booths
- “Gummy Map 2026,” officially recognized by 日本グミ協会 and featuring 58 products, unveiled

## New merchandise from なりた晴ノ先生’s “Secret Fandom Affairs I Can’t Tell Others About” is here! Don’t miss the newly drawn mini characters “カイりく” and “トモ真央”♪

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001205.000012048.html
- anchor: #n2112413
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社A3、竹書房

Facts:
- 1,040 yen each (tax included)
- 2,030 yen (tax included)
- 710 yen each (tax included)
- 4,260 yen (including tax)

## The NFL2026 season kicks off! The opening game and regular-season games will air exclusively on domestic TV via CS broadcaster 日テレジータス! Newcomer announcer Yuna Takahashi named the new assistant on “Audrey’s NFL Club,” now in its 17th year on air!

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001273.000009198.html
- anchor: #n2112412
- Companies mentioned: 日テレジータス、スカパー！、日本テレビ、株式会社ＣＳ日本、ＣＳ日テレ

Facts:
- Scheduled to air every Thursday at 22:30!

## “Korean Musical ON SCREEN,” a cinema series that lets audiences enjoy classic Korean musicals on the big screen, will release “Frankenstein,” “The Count of Monte Cristo” and “Excalibur” sequentially starting October 30 (Friday)!

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002046.000003481.html
- anchor: #n2112411
- Companies mentioned: ライブ・ビューイング・ジャパン、EMKミュージカルカンパニー

Facts:
- Opening nationwide sequentially from October 30, 2026
- Opening nationwide from January 22, 2027 (Friday)
- Opening nationwide from April 2, 2027 (Friday)

## Rio Hirai appointed 7th leader of the “Akahoshi Detective Squad”!

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003259.000012361.html
- anchor: #n2112410
- Companies mentioned: サッポロビール、講談社、TBSラジオ、VIVID CACAO

Facts:
- 10th anniversary of its release
- 10 winners
- August 20, 2026 (Thursday), 12:00 noon–September 3, 2026 (Thursday), 16:00

## “石田組” Tokyo Opera City Hall show sells out—performance report arrives! Osaka-jo Hall performance to be held on October 11 (Sunday)

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003493.000012949.html
- anchor: #n2112409
- Companies mentioned: 石田組、サントリーホール、ヤナーチェク、ホルスト、J.S.バッハ、ヘンデル、ヴィヴァルディ、ガンズ・アンド・ローゼズ、オアシス、ホワイトスネイク、キョードー東京、キョードー大阪、キョードーインフォメーション、キョードーメディアス

Facts:
- S seats, general admission: 12,000 yen
- S seats, U17: 6,000 yen
- A seats, general admission: 9,000 yen
- A seats, U17: 4,500 yen
- Rear seats, general admission: 10000 yen
- Rear seats, U17: 5000 yen
- Rear side seats, general admission: 8000 yen
- Rear side seats, U17: 4000 yen

## Celebrating the release of the new single “BiiiG”! BIGBANG listening party to be held in the AWA Lounge

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003625.000022425.html
- anchor: #n2112408
- Companies mentioned: AWA株式会社、BIGBANG、株式会社サイバーエージェント、エイベックス・エンタテインメント株式会社

Facts:
- August 20, 2026 (Thursday), 21:00–22:00
- Over the course of 1 hour
- 200 million songs available for streaming
- Approximately 17 million playlists created by celebrities and users
- 980 yen per month (tax included)
- 1,080 yen (tax included)
- 480 yen per month (tax included)
- 270 yen per month (tax included)

## 吉住 turns the tables and identifies an online “sleuthing squad”! “They erase people with AI…” What’s the surprising identification method? 吉住: “The moment you post it online, you’ve already been identified.” Could 粗品 also be an online sleuth!? “Doping Talking 2”

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003825.000064643.html
- anchor: #n2112407
- Companies mentioned: ABEMA、霜降り明星、吉住、ルシファー吉岡、しんたろう、新山、さや香、川越少年刑務所、法務省、パラダイスシティホテル

Facts:
- When a story is deemed “too funny,” 1 million yen is awarded
- An unbelievably low-priced service offering a haircut, shave and shampoo for 1,050 yen
- Searched various locations across Tokyo over 6 days
- Walked around approximately 40,000 steps every day

## ぽこぽこクラブ to stage “Even That Great Raven”; final joint performance by 3 founding members, taking on a masterpiece by Juichiro Takeuchi, a play for 3 men

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003858.000013972.html
- anchor: #n2112406
- Companies mentioned: ぽこぽこクラブ、ロングランプランニング株式会社、カンフェティ、阿佐ヶ谷アルシェ、虚構の劇団、ストアハウスカンパニー、第三舞台2026、パラドックス定数、青☆組、座・高円寺、内子座、AOMORI×POCOPOCO、NPO法人ぽこぽこクラブ、ウラニーノ、劇団親知らズ、山北舞台音響、ラッパ屋、A-project、Mei：Mei

Facts:
- Wednesday, October 21, 2026–Sunday, October 25, 2026
- カンフェティ席(一般)：4,500円
- Age 25 and under: 3,000 yen
- Age 18 and under: 1,500 yen
- General admission: 5,000 yen
- The 3 performers have continued to appear on the same stage for 13 years.
- The production drew a total audience of 1,200.

## 【ホテル日航成田】ホテル日航成田 and 印旛郡市広域市町村圏事務組合 sign memorandum of understanding on “Enhancing the Appeal of the Inba Region”

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004318.000002213.html
- anchor: #n2112405
- Companies mentioned: ホテル日航成田、印旛郡市広域市町村圏事務組合、成田市、佐倉市、四街道市、八街市、印西市、白井市、富里市、酒々井町、栄町

Facts:
- Agreement signed: August 20, 2026 (Thursday)
- Approximately 10 minutes by free shuttle bus from Narita International Airport
- ■Opening date: May 21, 1978 (Showa 53)

## 【飯島優花 × ヴィレッジヴァンガード】Collaboration merchandise set for release!

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006373.000018131.html
- anchor: #n2112404
- Companies mentioned: 飯島優花、ヴィレッジヴァンガード、ヴィレッジヴァンガードオンラインストア、ヴィレッジヴァンガードコールセンター

Facts:
- ¥2,000 each (tax included)
- ¥1,400 each (tax included)
- 900 yen each (tax included)
- 3,800 yen (tax included)
- 3,500 yen each (tax included)
- ¥4,500 each (tax included)
- 7,000 yen each (tax included)
- 14,000 yen each (tax included)
- 3,800 yen each (tax included)
- August 20, 2026 (Thursday), 17:00–September 7, 2026 (Monday), 23:59
- Mid-October to late October 2026

## “Break up difficulties; break down tough problems!” Solve entrance exam questions by breaking them down to the level of basic problems. A new-concept “High School Entrance Exam Problem Breakdown Workbook” series launches

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009345.000002535.html
- anchor: #n2112403
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 学研ホールディングス、株式会社 Gakken、名城大学、啓林館、ラーンズ、東京書籍、Amazon、楽天ブックス

Facts:
- On July 21, 2026, we released “High School Entrance Exam Problem Breakdown Workbook: Mathematics” and “High School Entrance Exam Problem Breakdown Workbook: Science.”
- List price: 1,595 yen each (tax included)
- Format: B5 / 160 pages (Mathematics) and 148 pages (Science)
- Capital: 50 million yen
- Capital: ¥19,817 million
- Revenue: ¥199.1 billion
- Consolidated subsidiaries: 82

## “Government Pitch” to be held as part of the “Saitama Version Super City Project” (August 28 at Shibusawa MIX), with applications opening for participating companies

- Published: 2026-08-20T16:58:54+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000030.000181885.html
- anchor: #n2112319
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社地域デザインラボさいたま、株式会社JTBコミュニケーションデザイン、Creww株式会社

Facts:
- To be held on August 28, 2026 (at Shibusawa MIX)
- August 28, 2026 (Friday), 15:30–18:00

## How to spend summer at the rooftop garden observation deck, 173m above ground: enjoy summer with spectacular views, photo spots and a café

- Published: 2026-08-20T16:56:46+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000206.000063228.html
- anchor: #n2112320
- Companies mentioned: 梅田スカイビル、cafe SKY 40、積水ハウス梅田オペレーション株式会社

Facts:
- 173m above ground
- 2008
- 2026
- July 3
- Aug. 31
- 9:30
- 22:30
- 22:00
- 2,000 yen
- 500 yen
- 1,500 yen
- 700 yen

## Knot Corporation launches a specialist service website for building owners and business operators

- Published: 2026-08-20T16:56:13+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000043459.html
- anchor: #n2112321
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ノットコーポレーション

Facts:
- Capital: 32 million yen

## Escape the “never-ending job hunt”! “Real-Life Puzzle-Solving Job-Matching Event,” combining puzzles, strengths assessment and company introductions, to be held on 9/1 (Tuesday)

- Published: 2026-08-20T16:53:55+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000041.000062523.html
- anchor: #n2112322
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カケハシスカイ、A社

Facts:
- Event date: September 1, 2026 (Tuesday)
- Time: 13:00–around 17:30
- Capacity: 20 (first come, first served)
- Established: June 2011

## Latest episode of the terrestrial-TV-taboo-breaking new media outlet NoBorder News released

- Published: 2026-08-20T16:52:13+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000039.000165223.html
- anchor: #n2112323
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NoBorder、米国立アレルギー感染症研究所（NIAID）、ゆうこく連合、大阪市立大学医学部、健康科学研究所・現代適塾

Facts:
- We are pleased to announce that it was published on August 17, 2026
- NoBorder News No. 50

## Don’t miss the heart’s call for help—don’t ignore it! Webinar on preventing traffic accidents caused by heart disease to be held on September 15

- Published: 2026-08-20T16:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000443.000070819.html
- anchor: #n2112324
- Companies mentioned: 東海電子株式会社

Facts:
- There were 432 drivers whose medical conditions, such as myocardial infarction or heart failure, caused the incident
- Accounting for approximately 14% of the total
- Among drivers who died from health-related causes, heart disease accounted for 55%
- 270 out of 491

## 【狭山市立博物館】Learn about the region and its culture from diverse perspectives! The lifelong learning seminar “Sayahaku Forum” will hold 4 consecutive lectures in September. Registration opens Thursday, August 20.

- Published: 2026-08-20T16:45:17+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000102.000042592.html
- anchor: #n2112325
- Companies mentioned: 狭山市立博物館、さやまナビーズ、久星酒造、狂言入間川を観る会、狭山市役所

Facts:
- Capacity: 40 people per session (first come, first served)
- わずか約5.4㎥の空間で繰り広げられる人間描写劇、狂言。
- Parking for 100 vehicles available.

## “Blue Ridge Commerce Center PhaseⅡ” project outline finalized (newsletter)

- Published: 2026-08-20T16:44:49+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002747.000002296.html
- anchor: #n2107854
- Companies mentioned: 大和ハウス工業株式会社、Trammell Crow Company、Daiwa House Texas Inc.、CBRE、Seeberger Architecture、E.E. Reed Construction、Linco Construction Co.、High Street Residential

Facts:
- 敷地面積：165,448㎡
- 総延床面積：63,856㎡
- 3 buildings
- Increase of approximately 8.2%
- Approximately 5.56 million people
- Approximately 6.02 million people
- 総延床面積約6,500万㎡超
- Equivalent to approximately $90 billion
- Equivalent to approximately $30 billion
- The company has 465 employees.

## 【Amazon exclusive・50% OFF】The “P10 Pro” with Android 16 drops from 39,900 yen to 19,900 yen! A 10.1-inch tablet with 48GB RAM, 128GB ROM and Gemini AI support

- Published: 2026-08-20T16:43:52+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000358.000127114.html
- anchor: #n2107855
- Companies mentioned: Amazon、Google

Facts:
- 19,900 yen
- ¥39,900
- 50% OFF
- Up to 48GB RAM
- 128GB ROM
- Storage expandable up to 2TB
- 10.1-inch IPS display
- 90Hz refresh rate
- Large-capacity 7000mAh battery

## Murder mystery online sales event “Madami Street” expands capacity to 100 booths due to strong demand

- Published: 2026-08-20T16:42:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000181362.html
- anchor: #n2107856
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人日本マーダーミステリー作家協会、株式会社Sally、studioOZON、Rabbithole、whodone、マダミスギルド、GroupSNE、NAGAKUTSU、物語に浸るカフェ、週末倶楽部、株式会社GoldGrace

Facts:
- Capacity expanded to 100 booths
- “Madami Street” initially planned to recruit exhibitors for 50 booths
- Event to be held on Sunday, November 15, 2026
- Event date and time: Sunday, November 15, 2026, 13:00–22:00
- Exhibitor application deadline: October 25, 2026
- 出展料は1スペース2,000円

## ＜Event report＞Ahead of Disaster Prevention Day on September 1, new product “seismic-sensing circuit breaker” unveiled; disaster preparedness workshop for media held in collaboration with Xross Innovation BOSAI

- Published: 2026-08-20T16:40:57+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000925.000019955.html
- anchor: #n2107857
- Companies mentioned: アイリスオーヤマ株式会社、Xross Innovation BOSAI、仙台市危機管理局

Facts:
- Nationwide adoption rate of seismic-sensing circuit breakers is approximately 5.2%
- 首都直下地震緊急対策区域で約20％
- Seismic-sensing circuit breaker installation rate of 30% or higher
- Awareness rate of actions to prevent fires: 90% or higher
- Scheduled to go on sale on August 21, 2026

## A 10-year follow-up study verifies the effectiveness of endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) for undifferentiated early gastric cancer—stomach preservation is possible through endoscopic treatment even for undifferentiated cancer

- Published: 2026-08-20T16:38:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000184349.html
- anchor: #n2107858
- Companies mentioned: 国立研究開発法人国立がん研究センター、日本臨床腫瘍研究グループ（JCOG）、Gastroenterology

Facts:
- 5-year overall survival rate: 99.3%
- 10-year overall survival rate: 96.2%
- Recurrence-free survival rate: 95.7%
- Just 1 of 195 patients over 10 years

## A wealth of game information for “NBA 2K27” revealed!

- Published: 2026-08-20T16:38:41+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000211.000052167.html
- anchor: #n2107859
- Companies mentioned: 2K、NBA、WNBA、PlayStation 5、XBOX Series X|S、Nintendo Switch 2、Steam

Facts:
- The early access start date has been moved up to Thursday, August 27, 2026, Japan time.
- “NBA 2K27” launches on September 4 on PlayStation®5 (PS5®), XBOX Series X|S, PC (Steam) and Nintendo Switch™ 2.
- Early access is scheduled to begin at 1 a.m. on Thursday, August 27, Japan time, for purchasers of the Deluxe Edition and Ultra Edition.

## 楽天銀行 launches “Average Balance Increase Campaign”

- Published: 2026-08-20T16:37:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000061.000010804.html
- anchor: #n2107860
- Companies mentioned: 楽天銀行、楽天銀行株式会社

Facts:
- 555 winners
- 50,000 yen
- 100,000 yen
- 2026
- August 20
- September 30
- July 9
- August 19

## VIRCHE, maker of marula oil, brings back its much-loved annual holiday collection in limited quantities: “HOLIDAY COLLECTION 2026 -VELVET ROSE-” goes on sale October 27

- Published: 2026-08-20T16:37:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000111.000030149.html
- anchor: #n2107861
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ヴァーチェ、VIRCHE（ヴァーチェ）

Facts:
- Price: 11,980 yen (tax included)
- 30 mL marula oil
- Approximately 1.7 times the capacity of the regular size
- Cumulative sales of 1.4 million bottles
- More than 3,200 reviews on the official online store

## Two new trend-setting gray colors added to the shelf board set for gas clothes dryers

- Published: 2026-08-20T16:37:29+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000134941.html
- anchor: #n2107862
- Companies mentioned: 南海プライウッド株式会社、東京ガス株式会社

Facts:
- Two trend-setting gray colors
- Sales are scheduled to begin around October 2026

## Join Professor Tadaaki Imaizumi, supervisor of “Zannen na Ikimono Jiten,” for the autumn Azumino nature experience tour on 9/19 and 20; applications open through 8/28

- Published: 2026-08-20T16:35:37+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000051.000124262.html
- anchor: #n2107863
- Companies mentioned: 長野県安曇野市、国営アルプスあづみの公園、安曇野市天蚕センター、大王わさび農場、東京水産大学、国立科営博物館、文部省、澱境省、けもの塾

Facts:
- Saturday, September 19
- Sunday, 20
- August 28 (Friday)
- 15 groups (first come, first served; maximum 40 people)
- Adults (junior high school students and older): 20,000 yen
- Children (elementary school students): 15,000 yen
- Ages 3–6: 10,000 yen
- For children under 3, facility use fee is 1,100 yen

## Two newly designed rooms open at apartment hotel KOALA INN Ueno, a 5-minute walk from Ueno Station, on Friday, August 21, 2026

- Published: 2026-08-20T16:35:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001183.000006324.html
- anchor: #n2107864
- Companies mentioned: クルーズ株式会社、CROOZ Hotel株式会社、KOALA INN Ueno

Facts:
- The company now operates a total of 5 lodging facilities with 15 rooms in the Tokyo area.
- A separate Japanese-style space where up to 6 people can relax
- 46㎡と52㎡の2室
- 1泊1室 66,000円〜（消費税・サービス料込／時期・人数により変動あり）

## OFFSEL’s CO2 emissions calculation tool “ミエルカーボン” launches a 3-month free support campaign for companies new to emissions calculations

- Published: 2026-08-20T16:35:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000075.000057960.html
- anchor: #n2107865
- Companies mentioned: エレビスタ株式会社、OFFSEL、ミエルカーボン

Facts:
- 3-month free support campaign
- Limited to the first 10 companies
- 10,000 yen per month

## Japan’s Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism visits the company’s Philippine merchant marine university

- Published: 2026-08-20T16:33:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000581.000092744.html
- anchor: #n2107866
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社商船三井、MOL Magsaysay Maritime Academy Inc.、Magsaysayグループ、Magsaysay Maritime Corporation

Facts:
- A total of 31 female students enrolled (17 in the navigation department and 14 in the marine engineering department)
- The cumulative number of female students enrolled has exceeded 100.

## ブルース・ウェーバー、ロバート・メイプルソープ、リチャード・アヴェドンの写真を用いた、80〜90年代のヴィンテージTシャツが銀座に集結

- Published: 2026-08-20T16:33:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000189148.html
- anchor: #n2107867
- Companies mentioned: ブルース・ウェーバー、ロバート・メイプルソープ、リチャード・アヴェドン、リバー・フェニックス、オノ・ヨーコ、ジョン・レノン、NEVERLAND、渥美京介、ハーゲンダッツ、Dirty Harry、Kim-Chang、バーニーズ ニューヨーク、バーニーズジャパン、CHELSEA VINTAGE ROOM™

Facts:
- リバー・フェニックス ポートレートTシャツ／Photo by Bruce Weber 1990年代／650,000円（税込）
- ハーゲンダッツ promotional T-shirt／1990s／120,000 yen (tax included)
- ジョン・レノン portrait T-shirt／Photo by Richard Avedon／1990s／150,000 yen (tax included)
- Dirty Harry T-shirt／1990s／250,000 yen (tax included)
- The company has held a total of 60 pop-up events in Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya and other locations.
- Approximately 60 carefully selected items by owner 渥美京介 will be exhibited and sold.
- Price range: approximately 30,000 yen to 850,000 yen (tax included)

## Notice of Patent Acquisition for Automatic Voice Data Entry Technology — アーティス株式会社

- Published: 2026-08-20T16:31:54+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000048689.html
- anchor: #n2107868
- Companies mentioned: アーティス株式会社、株式会社アーティスソリューションズ

Facts:
- July 22, 2026

## 【Ascend × Tokai Denshi】Why can’t dispatch coordinators focus on generating sales? Webinar on redesigning operations to break free from reliance on individual employees and administrative burdens to be held on September 9

- Published: 2026-08-20T16:31:53+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000442.000070819.html
- anchor: #n2107869
- Companies mentioned: 東海電子株式会社、アセンド株式会社

Facts:
- 36.1% of transportation companies report a shortage of operations managers
- Co-hosted with アセンド株式会社 on Wednesday, September 9, 2026
- Date and time: Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 12:00–13:00

## Small-group instruction at からだ機能スポーツ教室 | Summer-only “Bear Walk × Core Strength Challenge” lessons to be held, building young children’s ability to move through the “bear walk,” which is also attracting attention in school entrance exams

- Published: 2026-08-20T16:30:53+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000158350.html
- anchor: #n2107870
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ライフ＆スポーツ、からだ機能スポーツ教室

Facts:
- 2026年8月24日（月）から8月28日（金）まで
- Capacity: up to 8 participants per session
- Members: 3,500 yen
- General admission: 4,500 yen

## GMKtec to participate in the “Summer Festival Sale to Support Your Daily Life”!

- Published: 2026-08-20T16:30:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000038.000154775.html
- anchor: #n2107871
- Companies mentioned: GMKtec、Amazon

Facts:
- Regular price: 67,764 yen
- Campaign-exclusive price: 57,599 yen
- Regular price: 75,999 yen
- Campaign price: 64,999 yen
- GMKtec M5S comes with 16GB of memory
- M5S 16GB+256GB
- M5S 16GB+512GB
- Memory can be expanded to a maximum of 64GB
- 1スロットあたり最大8TBまで対応しています