AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-27 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 7 of 11https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 904 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 173 items from 4 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en A look at the full contents and a sneak peek inside! A major feature on “Zhu Yu: The Jade Lord” and profiles of more than 50 trending actors in “Love Chinese Dramas! The Stars to Watch Right Now,” on sale today!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273082https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273082Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [FRAY I.D] Artist Ogawa Yoka wears exclusive items created with Barbour; launch dates: online on Thursday, 8/27, and in stores on Wednesday, 9/2https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273081https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273081Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [PUMA for emmi] New collaboration items with PUMA arrive! Apparel blending sporty style with feminine touches and an exclusive version of the “speedcat OG” sneakers go on sale September 3 (Thursday)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273080https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273080Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES A seminar titled “The Forefront of Autonomous Driving and Smart Mobility 2026,” featuring デジタル庁／内閣府／総務省／国交省／NTT／Waymo／トヨタ／ホンダ／日産, will be held on September 28 (Monday) and 29 (Tuesday), 2026!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273079https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273079Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES DMM.make 4K DISPLAY 43-inch model, 7th edition, goes on sale August 27 (Thursday)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273078https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273078Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES GMO TECH selected as the top proposal provider for Niigata Prefecture’s “Google Business Profile Multilingual Operations Promotion and Analysis of Tourism Trends in the Prefecture” projecthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273077https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273077Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES The novelization of the hugely popular language-deciphering horror game “Mojika” goes on sale August 27! The game has been re-edited and novelized based on the original game under the supervision of 八名木Games.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273076https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273076Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Merchandise for the music adventure game “One Song, One Life” goes on sale! Panel displays will also be held at select アニメイト stores!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273075https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273075Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES <T-BOLAN> Footage of the band’s final live show at Nippon Budokan will be broadcast and streamed exclusively on WOWOW from 7:00 P.M. on Sunday, September 6! Two more programs have also been announced for the October lineup!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273074https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273074Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Exclusive アニメイト sales have been announced for original apparel and goods from “My Teen Romantic Comedy SNAFU Climax,” created by the collaborative brand “arti-mate” from arma bianca and アニメイト!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273073https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273073Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES “TV Anime ‘Attack on Titan’ POP UP SHOP in TOWER RECORDS vol.2” is coming!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273072https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273072Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES A POP UP SHOP for the theatrical film “Zombie Land Saga: Yumeginga Paradise” is coming to ロフト!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273071https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273071Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES An アニメイト fair celebrating the 25th anniversary of “Digimon Tamers” is coming!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273070https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273070Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES The BANANA FISH pop-up event “BANANA FISH POP UP SHOP ‘Ano Natsu.’” will be held at SHIBUYA109 Shibuya store!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273069https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273069Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES A new “Doki Doki☆Summer Wedding Lottery” is here, featuring newly drawn illustrations of characters from the TV anime 【Oshi no Ko】 in dazzling outfits inspired by white bridal kimono and swimsuits!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273068https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273068Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES An online lottery featuring newly drawn illustrations with a “game” theme is here from the anime Kaiju No. 8!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273067https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273067Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES The online lottery for アイドルマスター シンデレラガールズ is now available at くじ引き堂!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273066https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273066Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES デルタ航空 to offer its AI app feature “Delta Concierge” to all SkyMiles membershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2272951https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2272951Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:57:53 +0900JapanPR TIMES “Muscles × Caregivers”: 株式会社VISIONARY matches 17 muscular candidates with 12 companies making offers at its Muscle Draft Meetinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2272952https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2272952Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:56:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Limited to the first 5 companies] JAWS CALL, a call-answering service specializing in the used-goods buying industry, launches a 1-month free trial campaignhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2272953https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2272953Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:56:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES “What Is Sustainable Tourism? How Travelers, Businesses and Communities Can Shape Sustainable Tourism | JARTA × Touristship × Sustainable Lifestyle Association” has been published!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2272954https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2272954Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:55:18 +0900JapanPR TIMES Jewelry brand IRIS47 unveils its new “presence” collection, featuring jewelry that highlights sculptural beauty and gives definition to one’s presence.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2272955https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2272955Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:54:42 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【クラブメッド】A special program to make the most of fall events! Halloween activities and an autumn festival are plannedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2272956https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2272956Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:52:47 +0900JapanPR TIMES Dig into a Mont Blanc hidden in cotton candy! Starting Oct. 6, THE LIVELY 福岡博多 will offer fall-limited cafe-bar menu items, including a novel Mont Blanc featuring autumn flavors such as Kyushu-grown sweet potatoes and figshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2272957https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2272957Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:51:57 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Held Sept. 3 and 17] Free online seminar: Successful disability employment strategies, drawing on the job market for job seekers with physical disabilities and the latest case studieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2272962https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2272962Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Free seminar] Why do Taiwanese people buy Japanese OTC medicines and drugstore products? Experts discuss how to sell products that are “chosen”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2272961https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2272961Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Instagram algorithm guide fully updated for the August 2026 edition 【キャンつく】https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2272960https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2272960Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 4 new flavors are here from nittoh.1909, a premium tea shop, in its flavored tea series themed around “tea that meets you where you are emotionally”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2272959https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2272959Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【DOD】The new air-frame tent “Deka Kinoko Tent Air” will be sold in stores at アルペンアウトドアーズ. A pop-up featuring many other limited-edition items will also be held at participating stores nationwide starting Sept. 4 (Fri.)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2272958https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2272958Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【明治記念館】鮨・天麩羅・鉄板焼「羽衣」にて、9月4日（金）より秋の味覚「松茸」を堪能する期間限定「松茸ランチ会席」をご提供いたします！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2272963https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2272963Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:49:39 +0900JapanPR TIMES 株式会社YORISOI adds staff as its business expands, strengthening its organizational structure and service delivery capacityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2272964https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2272964Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:48:14 +0900JapanPR TIMES Registration opens to attend the Tohoku Cybersecurity Symposium 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2272965https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2272965Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:46:46 +0900JapanPR TIMES More than 3.5 million yen in backing pledges in just 1 week! That CRT from back then, in the palm of your hand. The ultra-mini Android TV “CaloR C1” launches on Makuake today. Back it now for up to 40% OFF!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2272966https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2272966Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:45:16 +0900JapanPR TIMES A bakery based in Tokyo’s Kuhonbutsu, Comme'N, launches new products celebrating the flavors of autumn from September 1, including “Oimo,” a sweet potato that looks just like the real thinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2272967https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2272967Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Sake maker Kikumasamune launches its first skincare line for sensitive skin, “Lactic Acid Bacteria Cheeks”! On sale from 9/1. Tradition meets research! Formulated with Kikumasamune’s proprietary※ lactic acid bacteria ferment extract＊. Moisture-balance care with “applied” lactic acid bacteria＊ for skin prone to fluctuationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273452https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273452Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES “Creating a forest inside the home.” Circular-living brand ひふみよ heads to Tokyo Gift Show Autumn 2026 — expanding sales channels and fostering cross-industry collaborationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273451https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273451Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES Dental clinical AI company ConvergePartners forms business partnership with NNG to jointly roll out its “Synapse” series of clinical AI platforms for dental carehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273450https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273450Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES From manually operated futon cleaners to an era of “set it down and leave it to the machine.” The fully automatic futon-cleaning robot “CREATULIZE X1 PRO” goes on presale on Makuake from August 27 (Thursday)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273449https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273449Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES Mac Admins Japan, a community connecting Apple IT administrators in Japan to learn and engage with the world, launches activitieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273306https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273306Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES 花王「リセッシュ」期間限定オープンの『焼肉リセッシュ亭』が閉店https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273305https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273305Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES “I want to work. But I’m afraid of people.” Providing a place to belong and income for isolated young women. Crowdfunding launches to continue the “Daisy Program,” a new self-reliance support model through handmade craftshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273304https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273304Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES For loops become beats. Browser app “sonavis PG™,” where you write code to create music and visuals, released for freehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273303https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273303Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES A travelogue of a journey around Taiwan, visiting the kitchens of 23 peoplehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273302https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273302Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES From water-quality analysis as a “measurement technique” to a “system that connects people.” Kyoritsu Chemical Research Institute establishes joint venture KCL Pinnacle India Pvt. Ltd. in Indiahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273301https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273301Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES Interview published on 旭東ホールディングス’s adoption of “M&A Sourcing AI”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273300https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273300Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES VALANCE, which supports AI adoption by small and midsize businesses, expands into Hiroshima Prefecture and partners with 理研産業株式会社 to support local companies in adopting AIhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273299https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273299Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES “Manga Nippon Mukashibanashi” pop-up store to be held at 麻布台ヒルズギャラリー for its 50th anniversaryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273298https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273298Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES Lifestyle brand surf, connecting city and nature seamlessly, releases new T-shirts and capshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273297https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273297Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES Play the latest DEMO version ahead of its release! Early distribution of “かくれ鬼” begins for streamershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273296https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273296Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES New “Popup Banner” app lets Shopify users track pop-up impressions, clicks and CTR daily and run A/B tests | セルフプラスhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273295https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273295Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES Experience “urban recovery infrastructure” at Grand Green Osaka: “Power Nap Culture Lab Osaka” to be heldhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273294https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273294Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESウイングアークNEX is partnering with Toyota Motor Corporation and 広葉樹合板 to hold an event in Osaka from August 2026 demonstrating how naps can improve well-being. The event will showcase the potential of naps as urban recovery infrastructure. “Summer is a no-go” is a misconception | ファニーホーム launches its “Summer Vacancy-Zero Challenge” to fill vacant units during the slow season, against a backdrop of 629,000 vacant rental homes in Tokyohttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273293https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273293Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESAgainst a backdrop of 629,000 vacant rental homes in Tokyo, ファニーホーム is implementing a summer vacancy-prevention program. The initiative encourages strategic preparations for the peak-demand season and strengthens support for property owners. [Sept. 16 (Wed.), 18:15–] A deep dive into new businesses! First installment in the series: Toshiba’s efforts to promote new businesses and DX through a company-wide design organizationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273292https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273292Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES First-ever Kyushu edition of the “2026 Kyushu Summer Cup” to be held in Fukuokahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273291https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273291Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Japan Sport Stacking Association will hold Kyushu’s first official tournament, the “2026 Kyushu Summer Cup,” in Fukuoka. Athletes from across Japan will gather as the association accelerates efforts to promote the sport’s blend of education, health and competition. [Internet survey for Yakiniku Day (8/29)] Kalbi is the classic yakiniku choice, while tongue is the most popular cut among people in their 20s!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273290https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273290Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES “Oshi activities × welding” experience launches at a Numazu ironworks with a 79-year history! Turn your favorite’s initials into an iron straphttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273289https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273289Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES A step toward breaking down the “invisible barriers” ostomates experiencehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273288https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273288Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES This fall, discover “another Vietnam” at Shiba Park: “Vietnam Food Festival 2026” to be held Oct. 24 (Sat.) and 25 (Sun.)!!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273287https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273287Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES“Vietnam Food Festival 2026,” where visitors can experience Vietnamese food culture, will be held at Shiba Park in Tokyo in October 2026. The event is led by the Vietnamese ambassador to Japan and a former member of the House of Representatives, and singer MIN is also set to visit Japan. It carries significant importance for international exchange. Plumbing contractor steps up heatstroke prevention at its Hanshin office to protect workers facing “severe late-summer heat” nearing 40℃https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273286https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273286Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESP・C・G Technica strengthened heatstroke prevention measures for employees and partner contractors working on drainage pipe construction at its Hanshin office. It introduced 8 safety measures to improve working conditions amid the severe late-summer heat. 東通グループ unveils original furniture brand “COTCO,” launched by a real estate companyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273285https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273285Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES東通グループ unveiled its original furniture brand “COTCO.” It will initially install chairs for nap booths in its new headquarters, aiming to maximize the value of the space and improve well-being. Agriculture high school students in Hokuto, Hokkaido, observe a demonstration of an agricultural drone’s autonomous flight and water sprayinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273284https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273284Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES “Dedicated systems” are the most common method for confirming employee safety, at 52.9% | Outpacing email and SMShttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273283https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273283Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESアスピック surveyed 240 corporate administration staff nationwide on disaster preparedness and BCP measures. “Dedicated systems” were the most common method for confirming employee safety, at 52.9%, outpacing email and SMS. This is an important sign of the growing sophistication of corporate disaster preparedness. 8th installment of a community-development-focused fieldwork program, “ミチシロカ in 北海道更別村”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273282https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273282Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES Mizuho FG, 三井住友銀行, 東急, コクヨ and ライオン to take the stage! Featured sessions announced for “Enterprise IT CONFERENCE 2026,” exploring the challenges of “AI × in-house development” and how to overcome themhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273281https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273281Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESTECH PLAY-X and Growth DX will hold “Enterprise IT CONFERENCE 2026” in 2026, where companies from a range of industries, including Mizuho FG and 三井住友銀行, will share practical experiences with AI and in-house development. 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In addition, 63.0% expressed concern that “AI could weaken my ability to think.”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273274https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273274Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES Monster-catching and training adventure RPG “Lumi Master” (るぅみマスター) set for official release on Sept. 17!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273273https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273273Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES Combining a refined look with comfortable wear. タカキュー launches “Tech-MOVE” and “Tech-WOOL” suit separateshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273272https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273272Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES DMM Myka to hold “National Card Shop Showdown” in Osaka on Monday, Sept. 7https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273271https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273271Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES サーブコープ ranks No. 1 overall in the “Shared Office Monthly Flat-Rate Plan Users” category of the 2026 GMO Customer Satisfaction Rankingshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273270https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273270Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES Seasonal flavors presented with elegant flair—the “Shine Muscat Parfait” makes its debut in September!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273269https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273269Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES JFE Shoji Electronics expands and develops a series of AI solutions for “safety” on manufacturing floorshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273268https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273268Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES Construction begins on 203-room hotel development in the Sapporo Susukino area, with access to multiple rail lines: “Minami 7-jo Nishi 5-chome Project” (provisional name)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273267https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273267Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES 63％ of people in their 40s and 50s say they “feel cold even in summer”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273266https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273266Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES New product from “Daigomi,” a series by Okayama confectionery maker サンラヴィアン: “Thick-Cut Butter Cake Made with 100％ Hokkaido Butter and Domestic Wheat”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273265https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273265Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES 関東学院大学と城南進学研究社が年内入試対策で協業｜「推薦ラボ」を活用したオンライン学習支援プログラムをスタートhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273264https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273264Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES “From the kidneys to immunity, cognitive function and frailty”: On-site report from the International Magnesium Symposium “IMS 2026”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273263https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p7.html#n2273263Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES “Authentic quality and functionality”—the understated essential chosen by adults who know what matters. 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