# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-21 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 3 of 9

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 738 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 140 items from 7 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Exhibition “Weaving, Returning to Myself” by artist Kyoko Sekine to be held at 軽井沢書店 Nakakaruizawa store from September 2!

- Published: 2026-08-21T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001688.000018760.html
- anchor: #n2130399
- Companies mentioned: カルチュア・コンビニエンス・クラブ株式会社、軽井沢書店、Aux Gogniols、アスコット丸の内東京、シタディーンなんば、Quindi、玉川高島屋、伊勢丹浦和店

Facts:
- September 2 (Wednesday)–October 5 (Monday)
- Hours: 9:00–18:00

## The ultimate rugged body built for victory. ASUS announces the 16-inch MIL-standard-compliant gaming laptop “ASUS TUF Gaming 16 (FX610JH)”

- Published: 2026-08-21T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001762.000017808.html
- anchor: #n2130398
- Companies mentioned: ASUS JAPAN株式会社、インテル®、NVIDIA®

Facts:
- Supports a 144Hz refresh rate
- Equipped with 16GB DDR5-5600 memory
- Supports upgrades to a maximum of 64GB
- Supports a response time of 3ms
- 2 fans featuring 80 blades measuring 0.15mm
- Turbo mode with 105W TDP
- Quiet operation at around 40dB

## ASUS opens a new “ASUS Flagship Store,” stocked with a wide range of ASUS products, at エディオン Hiroshima Main Store

- Published: 2026-08-21T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001763.000017808.html
- anchor: #n2130397
- Companies mentioned: ASUS JAPAN株式会社、ASUSTeK Computer Inc.、エディオン、ROG (Republic of Gamers)、BCN

Facts:
- Ranked No. 1 in domestic sales volume share in Japan in 2023
- First 10 customers

## [南紀白浜マリオットホテル] A new dessert, “Shine Muscat Parfait with a Hint of Lavender,” featuring Shine Muscat grapes from Wakayama Prefecture layered with the aromas and colors of Hokkaido

- Published: 2026-08-21T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001853.000006521.html
- anchor: #n2130396
- Companies mentioned: 南紀白浜マリオットホテル、マリオットホテル、マリオット・インターナショナル

Facts:
- Starting Tuesday, September 1, 2026
- Through Monday, November 30
- Price: 3,800 yen
- More than 615 hotels and resorts

## 「ビオレ」が酷暑下でのスポーツ観戦や選手・スタッフの暑熱ケアをサポート FC東京ホームゲームで『ビオレ Day』を開催

- Published: 2026-08-21T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001874.000009276.html
- anchor: #n2130395
- Companies mentioned: 花王株式会社、FC東京、ジェフユナイテッド千葉、株式会社シミズオクト、京都サンガF.C.、名古屋グランパス、FC町田ゼルビア

Facts:
- Skin temperature stays 3°C lower for 1 hour than before application
- When used outdoors at 30°C
- “Biore Cooling Towels” to be distributed to the first 30,000 visitors
- “Biore Cooling Towels” to be distributed to the first 15,000 visitors
- Large 46cm sheet that can be worn around the neck

## 「クリスプ」に人気フレーバーがさらにおいしくなって再登場！サワークリームの風味をアップし、酸味とコクが楽しめる『クリスプ サワークリーム＆オニオン味』

- Published: 2026-08-21T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001906.000030525.html
- anchor: #n2130394
- Companies mentioned: カルビー株式会社、クリスプ

Facts:
- Net weight: 45g
- Estimated price: around 140 yen including tax
- Monday, August 31, 2026
- Monday, September 21, 2026

## Received 3-star “Eruboshi” certification under the Act on Promotion of Women’s Participation and Advancement in the Workplace

- Published: 2026-08-21T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001953.000021609.html
- anchor: #n2130393
- Companies mentioned: 独立行政法人中小企業基盤整備機構、厚生労働省

## [adabat] and popular brand [DRESSTERIOR] launch their first special collaboration items. Advance reservations begin Friday, August 21, with release scheduled for late October!

- Published: 2026-08-21T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002108.000002439.html
- anchor: #n2130392
- Companies mentioned: adabat、DRESSTERIOR、株式会社エクスプローラーズトーキョー、ワールドグループ

Facts:
- Price: 19,800 yen (tax included)
- Price: 27,500 yen (tax included)
- 2026 fall/winter collection

## 37 people selected from across the country gather at the University of Tokyo’s Yasuda Auditorium; attention focuses on the contenders seeking a long-awaited first victory and the “Choco Ball Yabusame Showdown”!

- Published: 2026-08-21T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002156.000005089.html
- anchor: #n2130391
- Companies mentioned: ヒューマンアカデミー株式会社、森永製菓株式会社、シャープ株式会社、JENESIS株式会社、ヴイストン株式会社、東京法令出版株式会社、ユカイ工学株式会社、株式会社ロボ・ガレージ、株式会社アーテック、一般社団法人 未来創生STREAM教育総合研究所（RISE）

Facts:
- 365 Choco Balls
- More than 2,000 classrooms
- More than 27,000 enrolled students

## Preorders begin for the download version of the latest My Hero Academia home console game, “My Hero Academia All's Justice,” for Nintendo Switch™ 2; “Hero Introductory Course Trailer” released!

- Published: 2026-08-21T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002297.000051316.html
- anchor: #n2130390
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社バンダイナムコエンターテインメント、任天堂、PlayStation、XBOX、Steam、集英社、Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.、Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc.、Valve Corporation

Facts:
- “30,000 Hero Coins”
- Set for release on September 3, 2026
- You can collect more than 300 different cards

## 【リーガロイヤルホテル小倉】The popular Shine Muscat Fair from last year gets an upgrade! “Shine Muscat Collection”

- Published: 2026-08-21T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002439.000016682.html
- anchor: #n2130389
- Companies mentioned: リーガロイヤルホテル小倉、株式会社ロイヤルホテル、リーガメンバーズ

Facts:
- Weekdays: 4,301 yen for adults
- Saturdays, Sundays and holidays: 4,807 yen for adults
- Weekdays: 3,921 yen for adults
- Saturdays, Sundays and holidays: 4,427 yen
- 167 seats (including private rooms)

## September 3 is Gummy Day! Five varieties of gummy candy, including one with a “cool and crunchy” texture the moment it hits your mouth, just like chilled pineapple, go on sale in limited quantities starting August 25 (Tue.)—find your favorite gummies at FamilyMart!

- Published: 2026-08-21T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002464.000046210.html
- anchor: #n2130388
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファミリーマート、UHA味覚糖株式会社

Facts:
- About 16,500 FamilyMart stores nationwide
- The market has exceeded 100 billion yen since 2024
- Marks its 45th anniversary in September 2026

## 【東京ステーションホテル】Autumn sweets featuring rich chestnut flavors and an exquisite melt-in-your-mouth texture

- Published: 2026-08-21T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002528.000030117.html
- anchor: #n2130387
- Companies mentioned: 東京ステーションホテル、イギリス リッチモンド・インターナショナル社、バロビエ＆トーゾ社

Facts:
- Monday–Thursday: 7,900 yen
- Friday, Saturday, Sunday and holidays: 8,400 yen
- À la carte: 3,300 yen
- 5,100 yen, including coffee or tea
- 5,300 yen, including a chestnut hojicha latte
- À la carte: 2,300 yen

## 【ホテルニューグランド】A feast of autumn cuisine and music—a sonic journey woven from classical music, film scores and musicals

- Published: 2026-08-21T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002532.000030117.html
- anchor: #n2130386
- Companies mentioned: ホテルニューグランド、ジュエリーハッセキ、東京シティ・フィルハーモニック管弦楽団、東京交響楽団、フィルハーモニア管弦楽団、ウィーン室内管弦楽団、上海交響楽団、ASVレコード社、中国広州音像出版社、東京国際芸術協会、東京文化会館、サイトウキネン・フェスティバル、インディアナ大学、ウィーンフィル、モンタナ州立大学、レコード芸術誌、バンドジャーナル誌、国立音楽大学、相愛大学、劇団四季、城田優、山本耕史、井上芳雄、信越放送、杉並公会堂、ロスチャイルド家、タケカワユキヒデ、大黒摩季、玉置浩二、石井竜也、岩崎宏美

Facts:
- Price: 22,000 yen per person (includes course meal, free-flow drinks, consumption tax and service charge)
- Opened in 1927 (Showa 2) as a European-style, traditional hotel and a symbol of Yokohama’s recovery from the Great Kanto Earthquake.
- The main building, whose appearance has remained unchanged since opening, was designated a Historic Building of Yokohama in 1992
- In 2007, it was certified as a Modern Industrial Heritage site selected by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry.
- The adjacent Tower Building opened in 1991

## 【TAC簿記検定講座】Pass the Level 2 exam within 8 months, starting from zero! Online live correspondence course now launching!

- Published: 2026-08-21T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002816.000021078.html
- anchor: #n2130385
- Companies mentioned: TAC株式会社、日本商工会議所

Facts:
- About 30 million people have taken the exam to date

## 【アストラエ・オラティオ】今年30周年を迎える「東京ゲームショウ2026」への出展が決定！ブース企画などの詳細は後日公開予定のTGS特設サイトにて公開予定

- Published: 2026-08-21T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003045.000001868.html
- anchor: #n2130384
- Companies mentioned: NC Corporation、Dynamis One、東京ゲームショウ

Facts:
- Marking its 30th anniversary this year
- September 17 (Thu.) to September 21 (Mon./holiday), 2026
- “Comic Market 108 (C108)”

## 【Recommended by 西加奈子!】ミランダ・ジュライ's first new full-length novel in 9 years, “はいつくばって” (translated by 岸本佐知子／新潮クレスト・ブックス), goes on sale August 26

- Published: 2026-08-21T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003210.000047877.html
- anchor: #n2130383
- Companies mentioned: ミランダ・ジュライ、岸本佐知子、新潮クレスト・ブックス、新潮社、ジョージ・ソーンダーズ、エマ・クライン、マイケル・カニンガム、フランク・オコナー、ルシア・ベルリン、リディア・デイヴィス、ジャネット・ウィンターソン、伊丹十三

Facts:
- A successful artist aged 45
- About 130 bookstores nationwide
- 3,245 yen (tax included)

## Reiwa-era dating icon 美海 named a CanCam exclusive ambassador♡

- Published: 2026-08-21T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003825.000013640.html
- anchor: #n2130382
- Companies mentioned: AMP株式会社、小学館

Facts:
- More than 310,000 Instagram followers
- Price: 1,300 yen (tax included)
- Price: ¥1,400 (tax included)
- Price: ¥1,200 (tax included)

## A full feast of matsutake in five varieties! “Matsutake Gozen” arrives, featuring fragrant rice cooked in a pot and dishes to savor with all the senses

- Published: 2026-08-21T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003880.000014571.html
- anchor: #n2130381
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニュー・オータニ、ホテルニューオータニ幕張、日本料理「千羽鶴」

Facts:
- Available for a limited time from September 1 (Tue.) to November 3 (Tue./holiday), 2026
- ￥8,500
- Matsutake steamed in a teapot: 3,500 yen

## 【ホテル日航大阪】Enjoy the bounty of Hokkaido’s seas and land at the “So Much Fun! Hokkaido Fair,” starting September 1 (Tue.)

- Published: 2026-08-21T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004341.000002213.html
- anchor: #n2130380
- Companies mentioned: ホテル日航大阪、JRタワーホテル日航札幌、ホテル日航ノースランド帯広、ホテルJALシティ札幌 中島公園

Facts:
- From Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026, through Monday, Nov. 30
- Seating capacity: 148
- Adults: 6,500 yen
- 6,800 yen
- 8,900 yen
- 9,200 yen
- 5,000 yen
- 5,300 yen
- 7,400 yen
- 7,700 yen
- 2,800 yen
- 3,000 yen
- 3,900 yen
- 4,200 yen
- 1,500 yen
- 1,800 yen

## A seminar titled “A ‘Problem-Solving Map’ for Finding Answers Right Now,” presented by 深沢 真太郎, Representative Director of ＢＭコンサルティング株式会社 and business mathematics educator, will be held on September 25 (Fri.), 2026!

- Published: 2026-08-21T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004647.000032407.html
- anchor: #n2130379
- Companies mentioned: ＢＭコンサルティング株式会社、新社会システム総合研究所、日本実業出版社

Facts:
- September 25, 2026 (Fri.), 1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
- Plans and hosts approximately 500 business seminars for corporate clients annually

## コットン’s “all-routine manzai” show “コットン38％” is coming back to ルミネtheよしもと this year!

- Published: 2026-08-21T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005270.000029501.html
- anchor: #n2130378
- Companies mentioned: コットン、西村真二、きょん、囲碁将棋、ヘンダーソン、CITY、滝音、ダブルヒガシ、素敵じゃないか、ルミネtheよしもと、FANYチケット

Facts:
- To be held at ルミネtheよしもと on September 25 (Fri.), 2026
- 20時30分開演
- 21時30分終演
- Advance 3,500 yen
- At the door: 3,800 yen
- 8月21日(金)11:00よりFANYチケットにて先行受付
- General sales begin August 26 (Wed.)

## パナソニック holds STEM experience program where female junior and senior high school students use IoT rice cookers to explore the science of “deliciousness” ～Connecting with female engineers to make careers in science and engineering more familiar～

- Published: 2026-08-21T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006828.000003442.html
- anchor: #n2130377
- Companies mentioned: パナソニック、公益財団法人 山田進太郎D&I財団、Panasonic Cooking @Lab

Facts:
- 17 female junior and senior high school students, primarily from the Kansai region, took part
- 75.0% of participants said they had “found” or “somewhat found” someone they could imagine becoming in the future

## A comprehensive feature on 285 series sleeper express “Sunrise”: J train Vol.103 published

- Published: 2026-08-21T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000007592.000005875.html
- anchor: #n2130376
- Companies mentioned: イカロス出版株式会社、インプレスグループ、株式会社インプレスホールディングス、JR西日本、JR貨物、道南いさりび鉄道

Facts:
- Goes on sale August 21, 2026
- List price: 2,200 yen

## Sketch and enjoy a mysterious, one-of-a-kind space! “Showa Retro Love Hotel Guidebook” goes on sale

- Published: 2026-08-21T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000007593.000005875.html
- anchor: #n2130375
- Companies mentioned: イカロス出版株式会社、インプレスグループ、株式会社インプレスホールディングス

Facts:
- Released on August 21, 2026
- List price: 1,980 yen (base price 1,800 yen + 10% tax)
- A5 format / 176 pages

## From remote mountain hideaways to hidden spots in the city, embark on a railway journey packed with the feeling of getting off the beaten path. The October 2026 issue of “Tabi to Tetsudo” goes on sale

- Published: 2026-08-21T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000007594.000005875.html
- anchor: #n2130374
- Companies mentioned: イカロス出版株式会社、インプレスグループ、株式会社インプレスホールディングス

Facts:
- Modified A4 size / 122 pages
- List price: 1,650 yen (base price 1,500 yen + 10% tax)

## 【Living alone in a mysterious mansion filled with magical energy!?】Volume 1 of “The Forgotten Lady Wants to Live as She Pleases” goes on sale Friday, August 21, 2026!

- Published: 2026-08-21T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000019904.000007006.html
- anchor: #n2130373
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KADOKAWA、カクヨム、アニメイト、メロンブックス、フロマージュブックス、TSUTAYA、ゲーマーズ、COMIC ZIN、月刊コミックジーン

Facts:
- List price: 924 yen (840 yen before tax + tax)
- Page count: 164 pages

## Cruises are actually the ultimate cost-effective and time-efficient trips! “You’ll Be Hooked Once You Board: A Former Crew Member’s Guide to the Best Cruises,” a book covering everything about cruising, goes on sale Friday, August 21, 2026

- Published: 2026-08-21T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000019938.000007006.html
- anchor: #n2130372
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KADOKAWA、ノマドエリ

Facts:
- List price: 2,310 yen (base price 2,100 yen + tax)
- Pages: 208
- A former crew member who worked for 12 years at 3 international cruise lines
- Has visited more than 100 countries across 7 continents

## 【Uruma, Okinawa】The “Metalobalance Test,” which assesses cancer and cognitive (MCI: mild cognitive impairment) risks using just a 6 mL blood sample, begins accepting November appointments at ふくはら内科クリニック

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:59:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000059.000182526.html
- anchor: #n2130192
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社レナテック、ふくはら内科クリニック

Facts:
- Cancer risk test: ¥19,800 (tax included)
- Cognitive risk test: ¥19,800 (tax included)
- Combined cancer and cognitive risk test: ¥24,200 (tax included)
- The cumulative number of people tested has exceeded 100,000 (results from 2019/4 to 2026/3)

## When eging for autumn squid, do you find yourself fumbling to change your egi during the bite window? DRESS’s eging bag, designed to support run-and-gun fishing for bigfin reef squid, is back in stock

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:57:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000186.000070919.html
- anchor: #n2130193
- Companies mentioned: DRESS、有限会社ライラクス、MEIHO

Facts:
- Price: ¥12,100
- Holds up to 10 size 3.5 egi lures
- JAN code: 4570189748230

## 【Naha, Okinawa】The “Metalobalance Test,” which assesses cancer and cognitive (MCI: mild cognitive impairment) risks using just a 6 mL blood sample, begins accepting appointments for October and December at のはら元氣クリニック

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:56:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000058.000182526.html
- anchor: #n2130194
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社レナテック、のはら元氣クリニック

Facts:
- Cancer risk test: ¥19,800 (tax included)
- Cognitive risk test: ¥19,800 (tax included)
- Combined cancer and cognitive risk test: ¥24,200 (tax included)
- The cumulative number of people tested has exceeded 100,000 (results from 2019/4 to 2026/3)

## Tokyo Koki Group launches initiatives for new businesses related to physical AI

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:56:29+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000035.000078688.html
- anchor: #n2130195
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社東京衡機、株式会社先端力学シミュレーション研究所、株式会社東京衡機試験機

Facts:
- The digital twin market is expected to grow to a scale of several hundred billion yen
- Established the Physical Systems Development Office in April 2026
- Plans to conduct a PoC and acquire initial customers in fiscal 2027
- Plans to commercialize the business in fiscal 2028 by developing products and expanding to multiple customers

## Kobe Airport launches international charter flights on the Kobe–Kaohsiung route operated by スターラックス航空

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:56:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000408.000045236.html
- anchor: #n2130196
- Companies mentioned: 関西エアポート神戸株式会社、スターラックス航空

Facts:
- Jan. 1, 2027
- Seating: 188 seats
- 8 business-class seats
- 180 economy-class seats

## In Tokushima, where lodging is scarce, a construction company takes on the “whole-town hotel” concept

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:55:57+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000143531.html
- anchor: #n2130197
- Companies mentioned: ラッフルズホーム株式会社、観光庁、日本政府観光局（JNTO）、日本経済新聞、朝日新聞

Facts:
- The number of overnight guests in the prefecture in 2024 was 2.616 million
- The number of international overnight guests was 180,000
- Up 11.9% year on year
- Up 35.1% year on year
- The 2025 Awa Odori festival attracted 1.11 million people
- Three-bedroom residence with a separate annex
- Capacity: 9 people
- Solar power: 13.60 kW
- Capacity: 7 people
- Within a 2–7-minute walk
- Applications are open for collaboration with 9 participating businesses, including gyms, convenience stores, clinics and restaurants
- Each session

## [Kameoka City, Kyoto Prefecture] The “Metallo-Balance Test,” which assesses cancer and cognitive impairment (MCI: mild cognitive impairment) risk using just 6 mL of blood, begins accepting reservations for dates from October at たなか内科クリニック亀岡市役所前

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:53:39+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000057.000182526.html
- anchor: #n2130198
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社レナテック、たなか内科クリニック亀岡市役所前

Facts:
- Cancer risk test: ¥19,800 (tax included)
- Cognitive risk test: ¥19,800 (tax included)
- Combined cancer and cognitive risk test: ¥24,200 (tax included)
- The cumulative number of people tested has exceeded 100,000 (results from 2019/4 to 2026/3)

## 20th Asian Games: Torch relay runners for 豊橋市 selected! They will run through the city center on August 29

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:53:04+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000996.000025583.html
- anchor: #n2130199
- Companies mentioned: 豊橋市、三遠ネオフェニックス

Facts:
- 2026 (Reiwa 8)
- Saturday, August 29
- Total length: 1,090 meters
- Around 150 people

## A new kind of sparkling-sake-like alcoholic drink made with beer-brewing techniques! しまなみブルワリー in Onomichi, Hiroshima, launches “しまなみ超サワー プレーン,” with subtle sweetness and an aroma from brewing

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:52:46+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000040.000118845.html
- anchor: #n2130200
- Companies mentioned: しまなみブルワリー、萌木の村株式会社、八ヶ岳ブルワリー、ワールド・ビア・アワード、公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会

Facts:
- A full-strength 5.0% ABV
- Net content: 350 ml
- Best before: 6 months

## Inspired by voices from around the world: KUOE introduces a 39mm model of “ROYAL SMITH 90-006”

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:50:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000105288.html
- anchor: #n2130205
- Companies mentioned: KUOE、KUOE KYOTO、株式会社KUOE GLOBAL、Super-LumiNova、CITIZEN MIYOTA

Facts:
- Case size: 39 mm
- The classic beauty of the existing 35mm model
- August 21, 2026
- Founded in Kyoto in 2020
- Slim design, just 3.9 mm thick
- Frequency: 28,800 vibrations per hour

## A must for bread lovers! Taste 20 varieties of hotel bread. “Hotel Bread Autumn Buffet,” featuring autumn flavors, to be held in Akita for the first time

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:50:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000131632.html
- anchor: #n2130204
- Companies mentioned: 秋田キャッスルホテル、株式会社秋田キャッスルホテル

Facts:
- 20 varieties of hotel bread
- Held 8 times in total
- Adults: 3,500 yen
- 1,700 yen for children aged 4–12
- 150 guest rooms
- 11 banquet halls of various sizes
- 5 dining outlets
- 1 億円

## Announcement: New version of Kento Yamazaki’s commercial series “A company that leases the power to take on challenges.” The “Robot Table Tennis” installment begins airing

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:50:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000069.000165128.html
- anchor: #n2130203
- Companies mentioned: 三菱HCキャピタル株式会社、三菱HCキャピタルグループ

Facts:
- With approximately 8,000 employees in Japan and overseas.
- Operating leasing and finance businesses in more than 20 countries worldwide.

## [Add a message of thanks to your Okinawa souvenir] The easy-to-give small gift “Snoopy たんでぃが～たんでぃ バナナ黒糖コーヒー” launches exclusively on Miyako Island on Wednesday, August 26, 2026!

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:50:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000201.000038918.html
- anchor: #n2130202
- Companies mentioned: パウダーフーズフォレスト株式会社、Peanuts Worldwide、ソニーグループ、チャールズ M.シュルツ氏、INIC MARKET

Facts:
- Price: ¥550 (tax included)
- Net weight: 14 g (14 g × 1 packet)
- Capital: 10 million yen

## 東京都写真美術館「デュエット――アジアン・コンテンポラリー」

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:50:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001128.000038211.html
- anchor: #n2130201
- Companies mentioned: 東京都写真美術館、公益財団法人東京都歴史文化財団、三影堂撮影芸術中心、三影堂厦門撮影芸術中心、榮榮＆映里（ロンロン＆インリ）、ShanghART Gallery、M+、メトロポリタン美術館、BBC、復旦大学新聞学院、WHITE SPACE

Facts:
- 6 artists from China and Japan
- Awarded in 2023
- General admission: 900 (720) yen
- Students: 720 (570) yen
- High school students; age 65

## Bringing live vocals up to recording quality. The “right microphone” chosen by TOOBOE: LEWITT W9

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:48:28+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000137.000033288.html
- anchor: #n2130206
- Companies mentioned: TOOBOE、LEWITT、TRIANGLE .Inc

Facts:
- More than 630,000 YouTube channel subscribers
- 30 million views
- 60 million views
- A tour visiting 14 locations across Japan
- Approximately 9 months

## Now offering “AI Demand Forecasting Consulting for the Food Industry,” designed to directly boost profits | 株式会社船井総研サプライチェーンコンサルティング

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:42:52+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001330.000059144.html
- anchor: #n2130021
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社船井総研サプライチェーンコンサルティング

Facts:
- Capital: 98 million yen

## “山田屋の地球NASAランドセル® order event” to be held at 山田屋 in Toyota, Aichi.

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:41:57+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000422.000077136.html
- anchor: #n2130022
- Companies mentioned: CHIKYU株式会社、NASA、WWFジャパン、山田屋

Facts:
- Approximately 50 Earth NASA Randoseru backpacks will be displayed and sold
- Tax-inclusive price: ¥68,000 / pre-tax price: ¥74,800
- Tax-inclusive price: ¥81,000 / pre-tax price: ¥89,100
- Tax-inclusive price: ¥72,000 / pre-tax price: ¥79,200
- 5% of sales will support WWFジャパン’s environmental conservation activities.

## [東京エディション虎ノ門] “Shine Muscat Edition Afternoon Tea,” featuring an indulgent taste of seasonal Shine Muscat grapes, launches August 24

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:41:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002822.000011305.html
- anchor: #n2130023
- Companies mentioned: マリオット・インターナショナル、東京エディション虎ノ門、森トラスト、イアン・シュレーガー、隈研吾

Facts:
- Available: Monday, August 24, 2026–Sunday, November 15
- Serving hours: 12:00–17:00 (L.O. 16:30)
- Price: Fine Tea Selection, 8,800 yen
- シャンパン 1杯 12,800円 *消費税・サービス料込
- The hotel features 206 guest rooms, including rooms with private terraces, as well as 22 suites with views of Tokyo’s iconic landmarks.

## [TGI FRIDAYS] 27 years since arriving in Japan. From Shibuya, a thank-you to everyone. Japan’s first location, Shibuya Jinnan, celebrates its 27th anniversary on Sunday, August 23! Anniversary event to be held in gratitude.

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:41:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001876.000009215.html
- anchor: #n2130024
- Companies mentioned: TGI Fridays Japan、TGIフライデーズ、ワタミ株式会社

Facts:
- 27th anniversary
- More than 450 locations
- 13 locations nationwide
- 41 countries worldwide
- 1杯500円
- 550 yen including tax

## UN/ICE CREAMERY, a craft ice cream brand created by Osaka Nakazakicho patisserie cafe hannoc, launches August 21

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:41:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000189448.html
- anchor: #n2130025
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スイーツワークス、hannoc、UN/ICE CREAMERY

Facts:
- 5,940 yen (tax included); shipping extra
- 10 pieces
- 2026年8月21日(金)20時

## 日本発売40周年を迎えたアベンヌから『名探偵コナン』コラボ限定デザインパッケージ登場

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:40:17+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000024.000019295.html
- anchor: #n2130026
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ピエールファーブルジャポン、アベンヌ、名探偵コナン、ツルハ・ウエルシアグループ、楽天、Amazon、資生堂

Facts:
- On sale from September 21, 2026, in limited quantities
- Price: 1,650 yen (suggested retail price)
- Capacity: 102 g
- Price: 2,090 yen (suggested retail price)
- Volume: 100 mL
- Price: 3,300 yen (suggested retail price)
- Capacity: 40 mL
- Price: 1,980 yen (suggested retail price)
- Capacity: 40 g
- Price: 6,600 yen (suggested retail price)
- Volume: 30mL

## The membership-based journaling program “ACT Journaling,” based on acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), opens full enrollment on August 27

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:40:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000118049.html
- anchor: #n2130027
- Companies mentioned: 合同会社デルタクリエイト、株式会社野村総合研究所、KADOKAWA、総合法令出版

Facts:
- More than 450,000 channel subscribers
- Basic course materials: 33,000 yen (tax included)
- Begins Thursday, August 27, 2026
- Established: March 2020

## [エムディー株式会社] Exhibiting at 開業医フェス2026, one of Japan’s largest online exhibitions for clinic owners

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000047.000155449.html
- anchor: #n2130028
- Companies mentioned: エムディー株式会社、開業医フェス2026

Facts:
- Event period: Monday, Sept. 7, 2026–Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026

## ◆Now accepting registrations from companies and organizations for the Japan-Europe Biotech & Pharma Partnering Conference 2026!

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:39:13+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000180486.html
- anchor: #n2130029
- Companies mentioned: 関西広域連合、大阪府、日欧産業協力センター、エンタープライズ・ヨーロッパ・ネットワーク、NPO法人 近畿バイオインダストリー振興会議

Facts:
- Marking its 11th year
- 10月5日（月）午前9時30分から午後7時00分まで
- 9月16日（水）から18日（金）にはオンライン面談を実施
- Through Wednesday, Sept. 30, Reiwa 8

## [Iidabashi, Thu., 9/17] Capital policy fundamentals entrepreneurs should know: Shareholding ratios and valuation in seed rounds—“I didn’t know” is no excuse | Free seminar

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:38:27+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000201.000023145.html
- anchor: #n2130030
- Companies mentioned: プロトスター株式会社、StartupList、JP STARTUPS、起業LOG、岡安総合会計事務所、経済産業省、東京都、独立行政法人中小企業基盤整備機構、つくばスタートアップ・エコシステム・コンソーシアム、Diagonal Run Tokyo、一般社団法人日本ベンチャーキャピタル協会

Facts:
- A seminar on Thursday, Sept. 17, 2026, for entrepreneurs and business owners before founding or within their first 3 fiscal years
- Date and time: Thursday, Sept. 17, 2026, 18:30–19:30
- Capacity: Around 20 people
- Capital: ¥89,098,750
- Date established: Nov. 30, 2016

## TAK to release new song “未完成なサヨナラ” featuring みきまりあ and 初音ミク on Aug. 21

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:37:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001883.000055377.html
- anchor: #n2130031
- Companies mentioned: TAK、みきまりあ、初音ミク、DRDR PROJECT、YouTube Music Weekend 12.0

Facts:
- Surpassed 1 million views after its release
- Recorded 55 million views
- Never permits restoration exceeding 99.9%

## A fair celebrating the release of volume 50 of 『魔入りました！入間くん』 will be held at Animate stores nationwide and through Animate online sales starting Sept. 8! An “Animate-exclusive set” will also go on sale that day.

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:36:21+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008833.000016756.html
- anchor: #n2130032
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アニメイト、秋田書店

Facts:
- 『魔入りました！入間くん』50巻
- The comic series has sold a cumulative 20 million copies.
- <Animate-exclusive set A> Special edition: 4,840 yen (tax included)
- <Animate-exclusive set B> Special edition: 4,400 yen (tax included)
- <Animate-exclusive Premium set> Special edition: 5,390 yen (tax included)
- <Special edition> 3,850 yen (tax included)
- <Regular edition> 594 yen (tax included)
- Price: 7,700 yen (tax included) + the price of eligible books

## “みんかち,” a public-opinion aggregation platform that shows the diverse values of society as proportions, is now live! 12,000 people are voting on more than 100 topics.

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:35:22+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000175516.html
- anchor: #n2130033
- Companies mentioned: M16合同会社、みんかち、かちよみ、ふたりのトリセツ、Music16Type

Facts:
- A total of 12,253 people have voted anonymously so far.
- 782 people responded to this topic
- The result was “No” at 69%.
- “Yes” at 31%

## [Additional sessions scheduled in response to popular demand] Free stream of the digest edition of the “1000-Year-Old Companies Summit,” where viewers can learn enduring wisdom from 3 companies, including the world’s oldest company [Stream dates (registration required): Thu., Aug. 27; Sat., Sept. 12; Fri., Sept. 18; and more]

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:33:44+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000076775.html
- anchor: #n2130034
- Companies mentioned: ＴＯＭＡコンサルタンツグループ株式会社、株式会社金剛組、華道家元池坊、株式会社傳來工房

Facts:
- 135 years since founding
- 1000 years since founding
- Founded in 578
- Founded in 587
- Founded in 806
- Founded in 1890
- A total of 200 experts
- More than 1,200 advisory clients

## A fresh idea: heat it in the microwave and it becomes a plate! スターゼン to launch “楽らくおつまみ” on Sept. 1, meeting demand for convenient, time-saving options.

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:33:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000027.000159312.html
- anchor: #n2130035
- Companies mentioned: スターゼン株式会社、TOPPAN株式会社

Facts:
- Uses approximately 48% less plastic than a standard plastic tray of the same capacity
- Suggested retail price: 398 yen (before tax)

## 「きのえね 秋の大試飲会2026」2026年９月19日(土) 開催！

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:31:26+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000043.000038200.html
- anchor: #n2130036
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社飯沼本家、きのえねomoya

Facts:
- Admission: 4,950 yen (tax included)

## PHI Pilates Japan surpasses 5,000 domestic instructors in its 20th year

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000084596.html
- anchor: #n2130057
- Companies mentioned: PHI Pilates Japan、株式会社CODE7、PHI Pilates

Facts:
- The number of domestic instructors has surpassed 5,000.
- 83% renewed their certifications

## 写真からオリジナルのポスター・カレンダーを1個からつくれる「PDAY POSTER（ピーデイ ポスター）」

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000112206.html
- anchor: #n2130056
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コイデカメラ、有限会社モノグラム、PDAY

Facts:
- ・Poster or calendar, sold individually: 690 yen (tax included)
- ・Frame set: 3,990 yen (tax included)
- ・Poster or calendar, sold individually: 990 yen (tax included)
- ・Frame set: 4,990 yen (tax included)
- Add 200 yen (tax included) per item

## [Confirmed exhibitor at 会計博2026!] アップパートナーズグループ, with more than 400 dental clients, has developed a cloud-based dental management support service for accounting firms. Try “UP.zip” in Tokyo’s Hamamatsucho!

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000130658.html
- anchor: #n2130055
- Companies mentioned: アップパートナーズグループ、株式会社SOTコンサルティング、税理士法人アップパートナーズ、行政書士法人アップパートナーズ、司法書士法人ハート・トラスト、株式会社forte ONE、株式会社Turning Point、社会保険労務士法人かぜよみ、一般社団法人相続手続支援センター長崎、株式会社昇継、ジャスネットコミュニケーションズ株式会社、税界タイムス編集局

Facts:
- More than 3,100 clients in total
- More than 900 medical-sector clients
- 387 group employees
- Average sales of more than 100 million yen

## Sales begin for “AQUA BUDDY™,” a pool-monitoring sensor

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000046.000051476.html
- anchor: #n2130054
- Companies mentioned: グローバル電子株式会社、株式会社こどもの森

Facts:
- Established: July 18, 1978
- Capital: 83 million yen
- Employees: 166 (standalone)
- 456 (consolidated group)

## “ご当地フォント” to recruit new teams for fiscal 2027!

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000047.000097163.html
- anchor: #n2130053
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人シブヤフォント、株式会社フクフクプラス、社会福祉法人愛成会、東京アートサポートセンターRights、専門学校桑沢デザイン研究所、富士フイルム株式会社

Facts:
- ご当地フォント participation basic package (3 years): 500,000 yen (tax included)

## fanfancy+ × 日比谷花壇 launch the 3rd installment of their “Rose”-themed collaborative collection!

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000060.000034336.html
- anchor: #n2130052
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フクヤ、fanfancy+、日比谷花壇

Facts:
- Stand bouquet acrylic frame, 7 types in total: ¥3,300 (tax included)
- Photocard acrylic frame, Rose (random item), 8 types in total: ¥1,430 (tax included)
- Flora window acrylic frame, card size, 6 types in total: ¥2,420 (tax included)
- Rigid card-size case, Flora Spring, 6 types in total: ¥770 (tax included)
- Romantic Rose acrylic frame, bromide size, 6 types in total: ¥3,300 (tax included)
- Currently operating at approximately 190 locations nationwide
- Founded in 1872
- Established: May 1953

## One product for everything from seasoning and flavoring to finishing touches—the new standard for quick meals. ほりにし will release its new “Outdoor Spice ほりにしニューレモン” on Friday, Aug. 21, 2026, with a nationwide retail rollout to follow.

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000085.000110273.html
- anchor: #n2130051
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ミモナ、アウトドアショップ Orange

Facts:
- Retail price: 1,280 yen (tax included)
- Net weight: 100g

## [がブリチキン。] Opens its 2nd U.S. location in Los Angeles: “Gaburi Chicken Huntington Beach”!

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000156.000051168.html
- anchor: #n2130050
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ブルームダイニングサービス、がブリチキン。、Gaburi Chicken Huntington Beach、からあげグランプリ®

Facts:
- Approximately 3.2 million servings are eaten annually
- More than 3.6 million pieces are eaten annually
- Gold award winner for 15 consecutive years

## [やっぱりステーキ] Aug. 29 is “Yappari Meat Day”! The official LINE account’s limited-time “Premium Meat Gacha” guarantees a prize, with no losing tickets and lavish coupons!

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000189.000106018.html
- anchor: #n2130049
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ディーズプランニング、沖縄食堂「やっぱりステーキ」

Facts:
- Available for 3 days only, Aug. 29–31
- Approximately 20 locations also operate overseas
- A rare cut, with only about 5 kg obtained from each animal
- クーポン使用期限：2026年 8月29日〜8月31日まで

## Head to the front lines of Korean agriculture you’ve yet to discover: first-ever inspection tour

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000199.000089547.html
- anchor: #n2130048
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社日本農業新聞、株式会社農協観光、テロファーム、Farm8、メトロファーム、パームファーム、南原州農協スマート農業支援センター、韓国農協中央会、韓国ベンチャー農業大学、ハナロマート

Facts:
- Cultivates 150 varieties, mainly leafy vegetables
- Sales exceed 7.6 billion yen
- Total greenhouse area: 10 hectares
- Operates 2,200 stores nationwide
- Sales floor area exceeds 20,000 square meters
- Annual sales: 35 billion yen
- Travel fee: 330,000 yen
- 35 participants
- Minimum number of participants: 20

## 梅酒カクテル専門店「The CHOYA（ザ チョーヤ）銀座BAR」赤と白、２種のブドウと完熟南高梅が織り成す濃厚仕立ての「葡萄に溺れる。梅酒カクテルクリームソーダ」を新発売！

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000226.000045487.html
- anchor: #n2130047
- Companies mentioned: チョーヤ梅酒株式会社、The CHOYA（ザ チョーヤ）銀座BAR

Facts:
- Price: 1,800 yen (tax included)
- On sale from Aug. 27, 2026 (Thursday) to Nov. 4, 2026 (Wednesday)
- Price: Sunday to Thursday, 5,000 yen (tax included; cover charge included)
- Cover charge: 980 yen (tax included). Exempt for course plan reservations.

## Launch of the digital book service “TONICHI eBook”

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000237.000119350.html
- anchor: #n2130046
- Companies mentioned: 東日印刷株式会社、TONICHI

Facts:
- Basic production fee: from 10,000 yen
- Page production: 1–10 pages, from 1,500 yen

## First in Toyama Prefecture: Open-house tour of the structure of a large-scale wooden office building (1,744 square meters) built using the “SE construction method”

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000265.000004739.html
- anchor: #n2130045
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エヌ・シー・エヌ、長沼アーキテクツ株式会社、株式会社開進堂、株式会社翠豊

Facts:
- Total floor area: 1,744.19 square meters
- 359 cubic meters of timber used as structural material
- The building as a whole stores and sequesters 289 tons of carbon dioxide
- Cumulative shipments of structural calculations using the SE construction method: 32,199 buildings
- Registered SE construction method contractors: 637 companies
- Residential structural calculation shipments in fiscal 2025: 1,115 buildings
- Nonresidential structural calculation shipments in fiscal 2025: 261 buildings

## Creema, the handmade marketplace, will hold “Marunouchi Street Market 2026 by Creema” again this year, moving the venue to the plaza beneath Tokyo Station and expanding its scale!

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000285.000018086.html
- anchor: #n2130044
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クリーマ、Creema、BARBAPAPA、atelier mine-ro、Hanp Bag Trocco、廣康屋コウコウヤ、dotto・CANDLE、どうぶつようかい、anbow、Sai artcookies、ハナサク、NPO法人大丸有エリアマネジメント協会（リガーレ）

Facts:
- September 13 (Sunday) and 14 (Monday), 2026
- More than 100 creator groups from across Japan
- 310,000 creators
- 21 million original works
- Total transaction value: about 15 billion yen
- Capital: 541 million yen
- Number of employees: 97

## “Mimashita” stamps featuring chibi characters from the anime “Haikyu!!” arrive on the FUNCO flagship website

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000782.000013389.html
- anchor: #n2130043
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社岡田商会、FUNCO

Facts:
- The “Haikyu!! Mimashita Stamp” is available in these 24 designs.
- You can also choose from 7 text options to accompany the illustration, including “I saw it,” “Amazing!” and “OK!”
- Customize from a total of 168 combinations of illustrations and text.
- The “Haikyu!! Mimashita Stamp” has a diameter of 10 millimeters.
- The body is available in 9 colors,
- and you can choose from 4 ink colors.

## Centralize communications with tenants and owners! “Customer Management” feature for rental property management launched | いえらぶCLOUD

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000848.000008550.html
- anchor: #n2130042
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社いえらぶGROUP、いえらぶCLOUD、いえらぶBB

Facts:
- Used by more than 50,000 companies nationwide
- Monthly property imports exceeded 750,000

## Half-price tempura rice bowls! Enjoy our signature authentic Edomae tempura rice bowl for 900 yen instead of 1,800 yen for one week! Available during lunch only, Aug. 24–30! [天ぷら・麺処 新宿亭 梅田店]

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000897.000014510.html
- anchor: #n2130041
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Globridge、天ぷら・麺処 新宿亭 梅田店

Facts:
- The regular price of Edomae Fan-Shaped Tendon [上] is 1,800 yen (tax included)
- Half-price: 900 yen (tax included)
- Monday, August 24, 2026
- Sunday, Aug. 30 of the same year
- 12:00
- 16:00

## Character-deformed T-shirts, mini bags and acrylic keychains from “Mobile Suit Gundam Wing” are here!

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000972.000055569.html
- anchor: #n2130040
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社バンダイ、バンダイナムコグループ、STRICT-G、プレミアムバンダイ

Facts:
- Price: 4,730 yen each (tax included; shipping and handling charged separately)
- Price: 3,520 yen (tax included; shipping and handling charged separately)
- Price: 1,650 yen each (tax included; shipping and handling charged separately)
- <General sale: Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026>

## Enter the world of ghost stories written especially by a popular horror author! Tokuma Shoten publishes its first horror series for children, “Archive No. 0: You Have Been Chosen”!

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001105.000016935.html
- anchor: #n2130039
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社徳間書店、竹書房、KADOKAWA、ポプラ社、福音館書店、文溪堂、文芸社

Facts:
- 1,540 yen (tax included)
- 144 pages

## [Itoigawa City × Rikkyo University College of Law, Minoura Seminar × Kaishi Professional University, Shoji Seminar] Learning about regional revitalization and problem-solving through fieldwork in Itoigawa City!

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002159.000032951.html
- anchor: #n2130038
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NSGホールディングス、株式会社イールー、糸魚川市役所

Facts:
- There have been 13 major fires in the past 200 years
- The seminar's research presentation is scheduled for January 2027
- More than 600 hours (about 5 months) of long-term in-company training while enrolled

## Pasona JOB HUB to present practical examples from 光和精鉱株式会社 in Kitakyushu, Fukuoka Prefecture; webinar “Strategic Use of Professional Talent to Overcome the Shortage of Plant Engineers” to be held Aug. 31

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002284.000016751.html
- anchor: #n2130037
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社パソナJOB HUB、光和精鉱株式会社

Facts:
- The event will be held on Monday, Aug. 31, 2026
- Monday, Aug. 31, 2026, 12:00–13:00
- Capacity: 100 people

## MOUSSY proposes new basics. Launches “MOUSSY ESSENTIAL.,” a new line themed around “basics designed to make you stand out”

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:29:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001198.000014511.html
- anchor: #n2129914
- Companies mentioned: MOUSSY、株式会社バロックジャパンリミテッド、SHEL’TTER WEBSTORE、ZOZOTOWN

Facts:
- ¥4,994 (tax included)
- ¥4,400 (tax included)
- ¥5,995 (tax included)
- ¥7,480 (tax included)
- ¥7,997 (tax included)
- ¥3,850 (tax included)
- ¥6,490 (tax included)

## There are days when one fragrance isn't enough. A new beauty ritual from EMAKI: “wearing the person you want to be”

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:28:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000155457.html
- anchor: #n2129915
- Companies mentioned: Herbal Index、株式会社光南、EMAKI、ナーディアム

Facts:
- All 12 varieties of EMAKI 12kasane
- Medessence Series: 9,900 yen (tax included)
- Organic Series: 8,800 yen (tax included)
- Contents: 10 mL each

## 島根スサノオマジック activity report: Providing coaching for junior and senior high school students in Shimane Prefecture and holding open clinics

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:27:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000115.000082117.html
- anchor: #n2129916
- Companies mentioned: 島根スサノオマジック、浜田市立第一中学校、浜田市立第二中学校、浜田市立第三中学校、大田総合体育館

Facts:
- Approximately 140 people in total
- Approximately 30 students from the school
- Approximately 30 students from the school, Hamada Municipal Kinjo Junior High School and Hamada Municipal Asahi Junior High School
- Approximately 30 students from the school and Hamada Municipal Misumi Junior High School
- Approximately 50 junior and senior high school students in Oda City

## Shares of female managers and executives both hit record highs; expected increase is 30% for female managers and just 10% for executives

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:26:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001414.000043465.html
- anchor: #n2129917
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社帝国データバンク、情報サービス、農・林・水産、鉄鋼・非鉄・鉱業製品卸売、メンテナンス・警備・検査、その他サービス

Facts:
- Women account for an average of 11.3% of managers
- Women account for an average of 14.2% of executives
- “Evaluate performance regardless of gender”: 64.2%
- “Assign and place employees regardless of gender”: 53.8%
- “0% (all men)”: 51.5%
- 22,350 companies nationwide
- 10,518 companies provided valid responses
- Response rate: 47.1%

## 2,000名の療育支援実績を持つドットジュニアが、千葉市で新展開。医師監修のマンツーマン児童発達支援教室「ドットジュニアパーソナル」を新規開設

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:25:56+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000154255.html
- anchor: #n2129918
- Companies mentioned: ドットジュニア、ドットジュニアパーソナル、株式会社ドットライン、株式会社ドットラインホールディングス、千葉ドット、あおきクリニック

Facts:
- 2 classrooms in Chiba City
- 47 locations in Chiba Prefecture
- A track record of supporting approximately 2,000 people
- 239 locations in the greater Tokyo area

## Is September hot, too?! Get a head start on autumn despite the lingering summer heat! We suggest refreshing autumn dishes: “Beat autumn fatigue with refreshing gourmet dishes inspired by fall flavors”

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:25:19+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003890.000025003.html
- anchor: #n2129919
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 大丸松坂屋百貨店、日本気象協会、まつおか、RF1、まい泉、銀座 縁、梅の花、モロゾフ、叶 匠壽庵、文明堂、松蔵ポテト、桂新堂、麻布かりんと

Facts:
- Highs of 30°C or above
- 691 yen per 100g, including tax
- 442 yen per 100g, including tax
- 1本 税込410円
- 1本 税込150円
- 1パック 税込453円
- 1個 税込464円
- 1個 税込280円
- 432 yen for 6, including tax
- 313 yen per 100g, including tax
- 939 yen per 60g, including tax
- 459 yen per 55g, including tax

## ヒュンメルがハンドボール日本代表の藤坂尚輝選手と契約

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:23:53+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000994.000051499.html
- anchor: #n2129920
- Companies mentioned: ヒュンメル、hummel、大同特殊鋼 Phenix TOKAI、株式会社エスエスケイ

Facts:
- Scored 25 goals, second on the team
- Reached 100 goals in international matches
- 1試合平均約3.57得点
- Average attendance for League H men's games is 803

## New-genre logic puzzle game ColorSweeper launches global cooperative event “World Painter”!

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:21:56+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001000.000009066.html
- anchor: #n2129921
- Companies mentioned: Com2uS Holdings、ARRKKA

Facts:
- Service launch date: July 2, 2026
- “World Painter,” running through August 26

## Popular on TikTok: Silicone squeeze brands and independent artists gather! See, touch and buy on the spot—Squishy Fan Party (Sukupa) confirmed!

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000130386.html
- anchor: #n2129926
- Companies mentioned: 合同会社CONNECT Biz、BubbleLand Squishy、NeiNei Koubo、Yousaynie、Lunosoul、CreamyTree、KUNA、スマッシュリサーチセンター、Mochi Melt、PARU HIMA、透花 touka、Cream Cloud、あざらしの星、KOTORI

Facts:
- Date and time: September 22, 2026 (Tuesday, public holiday), 11:00–17:30
- 事前予約は2026年8月22日(土)12：00から
- ・Advance reservation, premium: 2,500 yen
- ・Advance reservation, general admission: 800 yen
- ・Same-day ticket A: 1,000 yen
- ・Same-day ticket B: 500 yen

## Once home to 360 residents, Miyazaki's Oshima became an uninhabited island. HINATA大島, a 7-building resort reached by helicopter and private cruiser, opens

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000184266.html
- anchor: #n2129925
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社レジャークリエイトホールディングス、HINATA大島、大島プロジェクト会議

Facts:
- Once home to approximately 360 residents
- All 7 villas blend in with the surrounding natural landscape
- Grand opening: October 1, 2026 (Thursday)

## On sale today: Japan's distilled spirits festival JAPAN SPIRITS FESTIVAL 2026 moves to a new venue this year! September 26 (Sat) and 27 (Sun), 2026, at the plaza of the newly opened Otemachi Gate Building ~Free admission~

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000130056.html
- anchor: #n2129924
- Companies mentioned: ジャパンスピリッツフェスティバル合同会社、たてみち屋

Facts:
- More than 30 distilleries from across Japan will gather at the Otemachi Gate Building in Tokyo.
- 専用コインを購入し（１枚２５０円から販売）各メーカーブースにて２枚からスピリッツ（蒸溜酒）と交換ができます。
- Advance ticket with glass: 2,500 yen (tax included) → 1 original glass + 10 dedicated coins + 1 glass sacoche
- Advance pair ticket with glasses: 6,000 yen (tax included) → 2 original glasses + 25 dedicated coins + 2 glass sacoches
- Advance coins: 2,500 yen (tax included) → 11 dedicated coins (10 coins for 2,500 yen on the day)

## 肉屋の、鮨。『炙りと握り 肉寿司本家 お初天神店』8月26日（水）オープン 武蔵小杉店に続く2号店が大阪・お初天神に誕生

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000446.000036476.html
- anchor: #n2129923
- Companies mentioned: GOSSO株式会社、炙りと握り 肉寿司本家 お初天神店、炙りと握り 肉寿司本家 武蔵小杉店

Facts:
- 2026年8月26日（水）に「炙りと握り 肉寿司本家 お初天神店」をグランドオープン
- Following the Musashi-Kosugi store, which opened on July 29, 2026
- Wagyu rib-eye sukiyaki in an iron pot: 5,499 yen
- Udon to finish the meal: 329 yen; grated yam and egg: 329 yen
- Wagyu and salmon roe clay-pot rice: 2,089 yen; Wagyu and eel clay-pot rice: 2,089 yen
- Assorted red and white sashimi: 934 yen; cherry-blossom horse sashimi: 934 yen; engawa sashimi: 934 yen
- Barrel-aged horse rib kalbi: 824 yen
- Premium horse tenderloin sashimi: 1,539 yen
- ・Lean meat: 219 yen ・Marinated lean meat: 219 yen
- ・Engawa: 285 yen ・Cherry-blossom natto gunkan: 285 yen

## A golf shoe that combines lightweight construction with a secure, stable fit: Introducing the new FuelCell 910v1

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001476.000029460.html
- anchor: #n2129922
- Companies mentioned: ニューバランス、ニューバランスジャパン、株式会社ニューバランス ジャパン

Facts:
- Global sales in 2025 were reported at $9.2 billion
- The domestic content ratio is 70% or higher.

## Making players' thinking visible: 株式会社intu and ヴィーナスリーグ (women's hardball baseball) pursue new player development that nurtures the ability to think

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:16:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000077204.html
- anchor: #n2129927
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社intu、ヴィーナスリーグ、アイディアクエスト

Facts:
- Approximately 200 people have participated to date
- 87% of survey respondents said they were satisfied

## Site renewal announcement: The official MTK brand website has been revamped as a joint official site for automotive accessories SPEEDER and household goods ALTENA!

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:16:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000371.000068824.html
- anchor: #n2129928
- Companies mentioned: MTK、SPEEDER、ALTENA、三金商事株式会社、MITSUKIN SHOJI Co., Ltd.、楽天市場、Amazon、Yahoo!ショッピング、Instagram、LINE、YouTube

Facts:
- Saturday, July 25, 2026

## The Earth NASA school backpack® order event will be held at the Izutsuya Kokura store in Fukuoka.

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:15:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000421.000077136.html
- anchor: #n2129929
- Companies mentioned: CHIKYU株式会社、NASA、IUCN、WWFジャパン

Facts:
- Tax-inclusive price: ¥68,000 / pre-tax price: ¥74,800
- Tax-inclusive price: ¥81,000 / pre-tax price: ¥89,100
- Tax-inclusive price: ¥72,000 / pre-tax price: ¥79,200
- In 2025, the IUCN reported that more than 40,000 species of wild animals and plants were threatened with extinction
- 5% of sales will support WWFジャパン’s environmental conservation activities.

## The new specifications are decided by cats. nyans renews Tsumeru, its claw sharpener that rounds cats' claws!

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:14:40+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000028.000031518.html
- anchor: #n2129806
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社nyans、株式会社NeCoNE

Facts:
- The judges will be 222 cats who actually use the claw sharpener.
- 【つめまる】は発売以来、2026年2月から7月までの半年間で累計販売1万台以上を突破しています。
- Cumulative sales of Tsumeru reached 10,855 units (February–July 2026).
- The nyans claw sharpener series has sold a cumulative total of 80,000 units (through April 2026).
- Price: 6,980 yen (tax included) ※Special price for judges, including survey participation

## マキタの充電式園芸工具一式を京都市消防局 北消防署へ寄贈 株式会社山村

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:13:57+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000188385.html
- anchor: #n2129807
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社山村、マキタ、京都市消防局、北消防署、株式会社ヤマムラ

Facts:
- Donation date: Friday, July 31, 2026
- Cordless split motor: 1 unit
- Battery (40Vmax・5.0Ah): 1
- Charger: 1 unit
- Ground trimmer attachment: 1
- Blower attachment: 1
- Hedge trimmer attachment: 1

## Online lesson service カフェトーク announces winners of its 6th online piano competition

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:13:18+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000928.000007081.html
- anchor: #n2129808
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スモールブリッジ、カフェトーク

Facts:
- 6th カフェトーク Piano Competition
- Thursday, Aug. 20, 2026
- Instructors from more than 90 countries around the world

## NYC株式会社 launches its “Non-Core Business Takeover Desk” to address delays in carve-out projects

- Published: 2026-08-21T10:11:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000050.000126112.html
- anchor: #n2129809
- Companies mentioned: NYC株式会社

Facts:
- Invested in 35 companies using its own funds
- 4 years since founding