# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-28 15:00–18:00 JST｜Page 3 of 7

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 385 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 273 items from 6 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Approximately 86% of people with asthma or atopic dermatitis said that “indoor air quality at home affects their symptoms.” Approximately 84% also want to prioritize indoor air quality when choosing a home

- Published: 2026-08-28T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003254.000044800.html
- anchor: #n2300032
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社トラストホーム、株式会社NEXER Group

Facts:
- 54.0% cited “seasonal changes” as a situation in which their symptoms tend to worsen
- 42.0% said “while cleaning or when dust is stirred up”
- 33.0% said “when the air is dry”
- 33.0% said “strongly agree”
- 53.0% said “somewhat agree”
- 14.0% said “do not really agree”
- 11.0% said “I or a family member have experienced this”
- 10.0% said “I have heard about it from an acquaintance or friend”
- 39.0% said “I knew that such cases existed”
- 40.0% said they “did not know”
- 34.0% said “I would very much like to prioritize it”

## 【阪急うめだ本店】ロンドン発のこども服ブランド「CARAMEL」のポップアップストアを開催

- Published: 2026-08-28T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003280.000014431.html
- anchor: #n2300031
- Companies mentioned: 阪急うめだ本店、CARAMEL

Facts:
- “CARAMEL” PENELOPE DRESS (3–6Y) 26,400 yen
- “CARAMEL” CORA BLOUSE (3-6Y) 26,400 yen
- Customers who spend 33,000 yen or more, including tax

## Actor Honda Kyoya teams up for the first time with internationally renowned photographer Leslie Kee! Featured in a monochrome photo series and on the back cover of “TV Guide PERSON”

- Published: 2026-08-28T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003504.000006568.html
- anchor: #n2300030
- Companies mentioned: 東京ニュース通信社、BS-TBS、TBS、フジテレビ、アニメイト通販、ゲーマーズ、研音公式ショップK-SHOP、Amazon Kindle store、楽天kobo、honto

Facts:
- List price: 1,540 yen

## Myaku-Myaku meet-and-greet to be held on September 5 and 6 at the “Future of Life +” venue!

- Published: 2026-08-28T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004029.000003639.html
- anchor: #n2300029
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社パルコ、一般財団法人JR東日本文化創造財団、ATRいのちの未来研究所、公益社団法人２０２５年日本国際博覧会協会、長谷工グループ、岩瀬コスファ株式会社、社会福祉法人慶生会、塩野義製薬株式会社、株式会社ハートスホールディングス、株式会社ニッポン放送、大阪大学大学院基礎工学研究科知能ロボット学研究室、株式会社国際電気通信基礎技術研究所、ムーンショット型研究開発事業目標１アバター共生社会プロジェクト、国立研究開発法人理化学研究所、一般社団法人全国介護事業者連盟万博コンソーシアム 2025、シスメックス株式会社、学校法人二松学舎、大阪シーリング印刷株式会社

Facts:
- Exhibition period: Saturday, July 25, 2026
- –Saturday, September 26

## Robert Walters and Kenja株式会社 jointly develop “Robert Walters Resume Studio,” an AI-powered English résumé creation tool

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:59:47+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000175791.html
- anchor: #n2299932
- Companies mentioned: ロバート・ウォルターズ・ジャパン株式会社、Kenja株式会社

Facts:
- A survey conducted among 3,825 registered users
- More than 1 in 4 people (26%) said their level of English used at work was “hardly used” or “conversational”
- The recruiting and career-transition expertise Robert Walters has accumulated over 25 years

## The latest campervans from across Japan gather in Gunma! “ALL Kanto Camping Car Fair 2026,” where visitors can have fun with their dogs, will be held on September 5 and 6!

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:58:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000066.000005228.html
- anchor: #n2299933
- Companies mentioned: ALL関東キャンピングカーフェア実行委員会、公益財団法人群馬県観光物産国際協会、flexdream、一般社団法人ケーナインスケートボーディング協会、STR DRONE（エスティーアールドローン）、株式会社エーエスピー

Facts:
- 2026年9月5日（土）・6日（日）
- General admission (high school students and older): 1,200 yen
- General admission (high school students and older): 1,000 yen
- General admission (high school students and older): 800 yen
- 500 yen per 1 day
- Participation fee: 500 yen
- Participation fee: ¥1,000

## [Massive flooding in Nepal] A sudden torrent sweeps away children’s everyday lives

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:55:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000382.000005096.html
- anchor: #n2299934
- Companies mentioned: ワールド・ビジョン、ワールド・ビジョン・ジャパン、ワールド・ビジョン・ネパール

Facts:
- Nutritional status analyzed for 667 children under 5 in 3,183 households
- 32% were stunted
- 12.1% suffered from wasting
- 13.9% were underweight
- The western region, located about 350–460 km west of the capital, Kathmandu

## [Oisix Niigata] Announcement: “Akiha Ward Day” to be held during the Seibu game on Fri., 9/4

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:54:50+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000155.000156814.html
- anchor: #n2299935
- 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、東北楽天ゴールデンイーグルス、停車場通り和友会、堀山厚子ダンススタジオ、秋葉硝子、gelateria hitosaji、タコヤキえもん、高橋食品、軽の惑星 ケイバッカ、株式会社 川内自動車

Facts:
- 7 festival floats weighing as much as 3 tons
- Opened in 2014 as a glassblowing studio
- January 2021
- Resumed operations in May 2022
- Has competed in the NPB Farm League since 2024
- Masumi Kuwata to become CBO (Chief Baseball Officer) starting in 2026

## AVILEN supports a practical talent development program to drive the use of DX and AI in Yamaguchi Prefecture

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:54:44+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000304.000043360.html
- anchor: #n2299936
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社AVILEN、一般財団法人 山口県デジタル技術振興財団、デジテック for YAMAGUCHI

Facts:
- [Capacity] 30 people per session
- [Application deadline] Wed., September 30, 2026
- [Program period] Scheduled for October 2026–March 2027

## About 500 m from the launch site: Gifu-based IT company ITreat livestreams 長良川花火大会 from a “premium seat”

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:48:28+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000052.000159384.html
- anchor: #n2299937
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ITreat、長良川花火大会

Facts:
- The maximum number of simultaneous viewers reached 1,014

## Announcement on completion of development and launch of the “Call Transaction DX System” for 上田八木短資株式会社

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:44:10+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000077.000117557.html
- anchor: #n2299828
- Companies mentioned: 上田八木短資株式会社、株式会社トレードワークス

Facts:
- As of August 2026

## Announcement of the “Survey on Member Businesses” and “Collection of Good Practices in Disability Employment Support Services”

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:43:33+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000129743.html
- anchor: #n2299829
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社JSH、株式会社クリエアナブキ

The Japan Association of Businesses Promoting Employment of Persons with Disabilities published a survey of its member businesses and a collection of good practices in disability employment support. The publications contribute to enhancing companies’ social value and the quality of employment.

## [Event] Niigata Prefecture × LiSH co-creation event to be held

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:42:25+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000189674.html
- anchor: #n2299830
- Companies mentioned: JR東日本、株式会社地域みらいブレインリンク、地域イノベーション共創基盤株式会社

Niigata Prefecture will hold a startup networking event at LiSH to strengthen ties between local businesses and companies in the Tokyo metropolitan area. J-Startup NIIGATA companies will also participate to build networks.

## Amphibious bus in Nagai Hyakushuko: service begins Saturday, September 5, departing from and returning to Nogawa Manabi-kan!!

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:42:19+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000036.000107723.html
- anchor: #n2299831
- Companies mentioned: (一社)やまがたアルカディア観光局、NPO法人 日本水陸両用車協会（JAVO）

Facts:
- Service will operate from Saturday, September 5, Reiwa 8, through Sunday, November 8
- Adults (junior high school students and older): 3,000 yen (tax included)
- Children (ages 3 through elementary school age): 1,500 yen (tax included)

## 釣月寺 in Numazu, Shizuoka Prefecture, opens new tree-burial site “Forest of Chirping”

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:40:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000188159.html
- anchor: #n2299832
- Companies mentioned: 釣月寺、家族葬の縁

Facts:
- About 60 plots added
- 2 people: 540,000 yen
- 3 people: 690,000 yen
- 4 people: 840,000 yen
- 1名あたり10万円を追加
- 1 person + 1 pet: 340,000 yen
- 2 people + 1 pet: 580,000 yen
- 3 people + 1 pet: 730,000 yen
- 4 people + 1 pet: 880,000 yen
- 1体あたり5万円を追加
- Engraving (illustrations or lettering): additional 55,000 yen

## Fun2 Studio to exhibit XR rhythm fitness game “Puffit GO!” at Startsphere Taipei 2026

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000104.000127346.html
- anchor: #n2299835

Taiwan’s Fun2 Studio will exhibit its XR rhythm fitness game “Puffit GO!” at Startsphere Taipei 2026. The game offers an experience that gets people moving naturally through music and gameplay, with plans to expand into international markets, including Japan.

## “21st Centrair Photo Contest” judging held! Winning entries scheduled to be announced on Wednesday, September 30

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000700.000024522.html
- anchor: #n2299834
- Companies mentioned: 中部国際空港株式会社、CANON EOS学園、ボーイング

Facts:
- Aug. 27, 2026 (Thu.)
- A total of 886 entries were submitted
- 14 winning entries were selected
- Winners are scheduled to be announced on the Centrair Photo Contest website on Wednesday, September 30, 2026
- Award ceremony for the Grand Prize and Excellence Awards on Saturday, October 31, 2026
- Saturday, October 31, 2026–Sunday, March 14, 2027
- The number of flights taken to date has exceeded 2,400
- The number of calendars created to date has exceeded 400
- Number of employees: 293

## ABEMA original dating reality show “Love Catcher Japan 3”: Pharmacist Kiichiro Sakamoto, also selected as “Mister Global 2021 Japan representative,” says, “I’m really popular with the grandmas at the pharmacy (laughs)”

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003881.000064643.html
- anchor: #n2299833
- Companies mentioned: CJ ENM、Mnet、吉本興業

ABEMA will begin free broadcasts of the dating reality show “Love Catcher Japan 3” on September 1, 2026. Pharmacist Kiichiro Sakamoto, a Mister Global Japan representative, joins the cast and takes on a psychological battle over love and money. Viewers, too, will be drawn into a world of suspicion.

## [Reprint approved before release] No. 1 in Amazon’s “Environment and Business” category. The first book by the developer of “Umi e…®,” which can be used with “zero rinses.”

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:39:53+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000122892.html
- anchor: #n2299836
- Companies mentioned: 扶桑社、中川政七商店、TBS

Ganko Honpo will release the first book by developer Masahiro “Kimuchin” Kimura on August 28, 2026. The book ranked No. 1 in Amazon’s “Environment and Business” category before release, prompting a reprint. It revisits how we think about the environment and laundry.

## コムドット・やまと、むくえな・えなぴ、ゆとりくんが10代女子を本気審査！容赦ないフィードバックに『今日好き』出演の高校2年生が涙…3名の脱落が決定｜『めるぷち選抜決定戦2026』#4

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:38:46+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003882.000064643.html
- anchor: #n2299837
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社VAZ、ABEMA、株式会社yutori、めるぷち、コムドット

Facts:
- YouTube channel “めるぷち” (434,000 subscribers as of July 2026)
- 710 million cumulative views

## Only 4.9% correctly interpreted common items on estimates—people sign contracts without a way to verify them [ヌリカエ Research Institute]

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:37:15+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000189102.html
- anchor: #n2299838
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Re:Fact、ヌリカエ、Speee

ヌリカエ Research Institute surveyed consumers’ understanding of exterior painting estimates and found that only 4.9% interpreted them correctly. Many consumers realized after signing a contract that they had not fully understood the estimate, highlighting the importance of providing information.

Facts:
- The average correct response rate was just 0.94 out of 3; only 4.9% correctly interpreted all 3
- 36.5% could not interpret even 1 item
- Of the 353 people who received written estimates, 55.2% felt after signing a contract that they had “not fully understood” some item
- “Basis for the amount” (25.8%).
- “Meaning of technical terms” (20.1%),
- “Breakdown of lump-sum items” (18.4%)
- “Information on market rates and guidelines” was the most common response (48.2%),
- “A specialist who can objectively review the details (a second opinion)” was also cited by 19.8%
- Only 44.8% said there was “nothing in particular that I felt I had not fully understood”
- Capital: 100,000 thousand yen

## KUNDAL to launch new products in its damage-care line at PLAZA ahead of other retailers from late August!

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:36:44+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000107.000154819.html
- anchor: #n2299839
- Companies mentioned: KUNDAL、PLAZA、The Skin Factory Co., Ltd.

Facts:
- 2,480 yen (before tax)

## Men’s eyebrow salon kegirai launches eyebrow serum “Dr Brow Plus +”

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:36:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000183614.html
- anchor: #n2299840
- Companies mentioned: K2株式会社、Amazon.co.jp、楽天市場

Facts:
- The real concerns of 150,000 people a year are the inspiration behind this eyebrow serum.
- Product name: Dr Brow Plus + eyebrow serum, 7 ml

## Pasona Japan General Affairs unveils new AI features for its facility management cloud service “SINGU” in Japan for the first time; AI streamlines tasks such as reading inspection reports and entering data into equipment registers; exhibiting at the “Work Style Reform EXPO” from Sept. 16

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:35:52+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002289.000016751.html
- anchor: #n2299841
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社パソナ日本総務部、Velis RET社、SINGU

Facts:
- To be held at Tokyo Big Sight from Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026
- 2026年9月16日（水）～9月18日（金）

## [Research Report and Seminars] Announcement of a research report on 4,000 middle and high school students and the “29th and 30th Child Issue Seminar”

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:35:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000074.000044455.html
- anchor: #n2299842
- Companies mentioned: 認定NPO法人3keys、株式会社テスティ―、立命館大学、京都大学

Facts:
- Conducted among approximately 4,000 people nationwide
- About 30% (33%) prioritize “limited interaction”
- Valid responses: approximately 4,002 people
- Access to the archived recording (materials included): ¥2,000 per person

## [ANAクラウンプラザホテルグランコート名古屋] A special collaboration with longtime rice cracker maker “桂新堂” has come to fruition.

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:35:16+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000192.000053713.html
- anchor: #n2299843
- Companies mentioned: ANAクラウンプラザホテルグランコート名古屋、桂新堂、クラウンプラザ®ホテルズ&リゾーツ、IHGホテルズ&リゾーツ

Facts:
- 160th anniversary
- Price: ¥2,800 (tax and service charge included)
- Currently in 20 cities nationwide
- More than 5,000 rooms
- More than 7,000 hotels open and operating
- More than 100 countries worldwide
- More than 1 million rooms
- A development pipeline of more than 2,300 hotels
- 400,000 employees

## [西武池袋本店] Around 50 kinds of limited-edition products come together! The “Depachika Renewal 1st Anniversary Fair,” available only here and for a limited time

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:35:15+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002479.000031382.html
- anchor: #n2299844
- Companies mentioned: 西武池袋本店、ユーハイム、張大夫、吉祥寺 塚田水産、日本橋たいめいけん、俵大名、新宿高野、ブールミッシュ、ピエール・エルメ・パリ、ピエール マルコリーニ、メゾン・ダーニ シロカネ、シェ・シバタ、ラ・メゾン・デュ・ショコラ、ルノートル、吉祥寺 さとう、西洋銀座、ホワイトベアー、ミート矢澤、つきじ鈴富、京粕漬 魚久、キッチンABC、フルーツピークス、アトリエ ドゥ ゴディバ、ル パティシエ タカギ、メゾンカイザー、たねや、鶴屋八幡、アジャンタ、チャンロイ、MR.CHICKEN鶏飯店

Facts:
- Approximately 27 centimeters long!
- ユーハイム / [西武池袋本店 exclusive] Anniversary Shortcake (1 cake), ¥2,592
- Approximately 20 centimeters in diameter!
- 張大夫 / [西武池袋本店 exclusive] Jumbo anman (1 piece), ¥1,620
- Approximately 22 centimeters in diameter!
- 吉祥寺 塚田水産 / [西武池袋本店 exclusive] Extra-large sweet potato...

## ガイドワイア announces “Qusar,” a new release supporting insurers in building and managing AI agents

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:34:59+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000183460.html
- anchor: #n2299845
- Companies mentioned: ガイドワイア、Guidewire、Celent、Automobile Club of Southern California、南カリフォルニア自動車クラブ

Facts:
- More than 570 property and casualty insurers in 43 countries use ガイドワイア products
- Has successfully delivered more than 1,700 projects to date
- Can improve development efficiency by more than 40%

## Bathroom floor “Osoji Raku Raku Hokkari Floor” wins the Kids Design Award

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:34:49+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000142.000040152.html
- anchor: #n2299846
- Companies mentioned: TOTO株式会社、システムバスルーム「シンラ」、システムバスルーム「サザナ」、マンションリモデルバスルーム「シンラ」、マンションリモデルバスルーム「ひろがるWY」、新築マンションバスルーム「RW」

## インターウォーズ selected for a 経済産業省 project for the second consecutive year; “INTREPATH JAPAN Tohoku 2026” launches

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:33:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000079694.html
- anchor: #n2299847
- Companies mentioned: インターウォーズ株式会社、株式会社JTB、経済産業省

Facts:
- 参加費：33万円（税込）／1名
- More than 1,250 participants in total

## [Emergency Support for Nepal Floods] International NGO ChildFund is providing emergency assistance in Nepal, which has been hit by unprecedented floods and landslides. Donation drive and crowdfunding campaign also launch.

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:33:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000111.000008076.html
- anchor: #n2299848
- Companies mentioned: チャイルド・ファンド・ジャパン、Yahoo!

Facts:
- More than 160 people have died
- The number of missing people has also reached more than 1,000
- Supports 36 million children and their families in 66 countries
- Supports 25,000 children annually

## “AI Expo Summer 2026” draws 8,739 visitors over 2 days! Humanoids and homegrown LLMs draw keen interest as the latest AI applications converge in Shinjuku

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:31:25+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000830.000053344.html
- anchor: #n2299849
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アイスマイリー、株式会社エルザジャパン、ドーナッツロボティクス株式会社、株式会社APTO、チームみらい、株式会社Preferred Networks、Noetra株式会社、GMOペパボ株式会社、エンジニアtype、株式会社Sapeet、江戸川区、デジタル庁、千代田区、世田谷区、住友化学株式会社、LINEヤフー株式会社、ディップ株式会社

Facts:
- A total of 8,739 people attended over 2 days (4,245 on day 1 and 4,494 on day 2)
- The exhibition area brought together 80 companies and approximately 200 or more products
- Approximately 40 talks held!
- Expected attendance: 3,000 people
- Exhibitors: 50 companies; approximately 100 or more products
- Conferences: 30 or more talks

## Basketball school “Rimtown,” coached by former B.League players and former 3x3 Japan national team members | Free trial sessions now available at 4 locations in Tokyo, Kanagawa and Saitama

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:30:24+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000062904.html
- anchor: #n2299850
- Companies mentioned: Rimtown、株式会社nevele、富士通レッドウェーブ、トヨタ紡織サンシャインラビッツ、株式会社サクラカゴ

Facts:
- The school operates at 4 locations in Tokyo, Kanagawa and Saitama.
- The school has more than 200 players enrolled overall.
- 8 years in the Bj League and B.League, and 8 years in 3x3

## Miyuki Kawarada, representative of Rice Platformer, spoke at a session at “Aomori Quest 2026”

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:30:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000169030.html
- anchor: #n2299851
- Companies mentioned: Rice Platformer 株式会社、AOMORI Farm's Crew、RED APPLE 赤石農園、タグボート株式会社、株式会社クロックアップ、青松事務所、デロイト トーマツ グループ、4S株式会社、株式会社サンブラッソ・エイティーブイ、Pono Style株式会社、合同会社MintAnd、株式会社ごり-やく、株式会社青森みちのく銀行、株式会社天地人

Facts:
- Approximately 100 people from outside the prefecture
- Approximately 50 people from within the prefecture

## ユナイテッド航空 expands its network in Japan with new Okinawa–San Francisco and Osaka–Los Angeles routes

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000042.000091889.html
- anchor: #n2299868
- Companies mentioned: ユナイテッド航空、ボーイング

Facts:
- 2 routes to and from Japan
- 3 flights per week
- The only airline
- Its international network serves 58 destinations
- Its international network serves more than 160 destinations
- More than 40 years of service to Japan
- A total of 6 routes from Tokyo/Haneda to Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Newark, Washington, D.C., and Guam
- 2 routes from Osaka to San Francisco and Guam

## Launch of the “FlexConfirmMail Subscription Service,” providing integrated support for Thunderbird and Outlook versions

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000059.000008913.html
- anchor: #n2299867
- Companies mentioned: クリアコード、Microsoft 365、Mozilla Firefox、Thunderbird、Outlook

Facts:
- Since its release as a Thunderbird add-on in 2014
- Launched “FlexConfirmMail for Outlook” in 2025

## ミックウェア group restructuring finalized

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000062.000022552.html
- anchor: #n2299866
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ミックウェア、株式会社ミックウェア ナビゲーションズ、株式会社ミックウェア スペイシア、株式会社ミックウェア オートモーティブ、株式会社ミックウェア モビリティ

Facts:
- Scheduled to change its corporate name to “株式会社ミックウェア スペイシア” effective Sept. 1, 2026

## ブレインズテクノロジー launches “Physical AI On-Site Implementation and Robot Adoption Support Service” for manufacturing sites

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000063.000014739.html
- anchor: #n2299865
- Companies mentioned: ブレインズテクノロジー株式会社、AWSジャパン

Facts:
- More than 35,000 AI models are currently running

## Aiming to establish a professional basketball team! Joins the “Kochi B.League Club Establishment Preparatory Committee”

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000074.000058823.html
- anchor: #n2299864
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社パンクチュアル、株式会社アルファコード

Facts:
- The committee was launched on Aug. 27, 2026
- Announced its aim to join “B-LEAGUE NEXT” starting with the 2028-29 season
- Will work toward submitting an application to join in spring 2027

## Manga editorial department “Yosumi” announces a reprint of the single-volume comic “View from the Jungle Gym: Manga Collection by 横山陸渡” just 1 month after its release. Digital edition also set to launch.

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000111.000084922.html
- anchor: #n2299863
- Companies mentioned: よすみ編集部、SORAJIMA、青山ブックセンター、紀伊國屋書店、MARUZEN&ジュンク堂書店、HMV&BOOKS、Amazon、楽天

Facts:
- Ranked 5th in monthly sales
- List price: ¥1,200 plus tax
- B6 format / 160 pages

## ライフネット生命 holds a seminar on revisions to the High-Cost Medical Expense Benefit System for policyholders

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000240.000069919.html
- anchor: #n2299862
- Companies mentioned: ライフネット生命保険株式会社、ファイナンシャルプランナー、内藤眞弓

Facts:
- A total of 36 policyholders took part
- Wednesday, August 26, 2026
- From June 2026
- Aug. 2027

## Disaster preparedness in the AI era: changing information needs reflected in search data — Survey by アウンコンサルティング, operator of the insurance claim support service “ミエルモ”

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000279.000034654.html
- anchor: #n2299861
- Companies mentioned: アウンコンサルティング株式会社、ミエルモ

Facts:
- “Chiba Prefecture rain cloud radar” rose 600%
- “Rain cloud radar” rose 500%
- “Weather News” rose 300%
- “Chiba weather forecast” rose 200%
- Search volume for “Weather News” increased by 50,000 searches
- Search volume for “Rain cloud radar” increased by 20,000 searches

## [Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture] Notice Regarding Sale of Real Estate for Sale (Hotel Development Site)

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000423.000048076.html
- anchor: #n2299860
- Companies mentioned: 霞ヶ関キャピタル株式会社

Facts:
- Already incorporated into the consolidated earnings forecast for the fiscal year ending August 2026
- Capital: ¥54.205 billion (including capital reserves) ※As of the end of February 2026
- Employees: 398 (non-consolidated) ※As of the end of February 2026

## [Chuo Ward, Tokyo] Notice Regarding Additional Acquisition and Sale of Real Estate for Sale (Hotel Development Site)

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000424.000048076.html
- anchor: #n2299859
- Companies mentioned: 霞ヶ関キャピタル株式会社、銀座EASTホテルプロジェクト

Facts:
- “Notice Regarding Acquisition and Sale of Real Estate for Sale (Hotel Development Site),” dated February 27, 2026
- Consolidated earnings forecast for the fiscal year ending August 2026
- Number of employees: 398
- 資本金：542億05百万円

## Notice of Launch of First Project for Data Center (AI Infrastructure) Development

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000426.000048076.html
- anchor: #n2299858
- Companies mentioned: 霞ヶ関キャピタル株式会社、SCゼウス・データセンター株式会社、SC Zeus Data Centers Pte. Ltd.

Facts:
- An electricity use application contract for a 42 MW special high-voltage power supply has been signed
- Toward data center development in February 2026
- Already incorporated into the consolidated earnings forecast for the fiscal year ending August 2026
- Capital: ¥54.205 billion (including capital reserves) ※As of the end of February 2026
- Employees: 398 (non-consolidated) ※As of the end of February 2026

## Notice Regarding Sale of Real Estate for Sale (Logistics Facility Development Site) and Launch of Dry Automated Warehouse Development Project

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000428.000048076.html
- anchor: #n2299857
- Companies mentioned: 霞ヶ関キャピタル株式会社、ドライテック厚木特定目的会社

Facts:
- Capital: ¥54.205 billion (including capital reserves) ※As of the end of February 2026
- Employees: 398 (non-consolidated) ※As of the end of February 2026

## [Survey of 300 People] 2026 Survey on Use of No-Annual-Fee Credit Cards | 76% prioritize “rewards rates.” Satisfaction exceeds 92%, but users say the benefits fall short

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000594.000117030.html
- anchor: #n2299856
- Companies mentioned: 楽天カード、ココモーラ、株式会社ゼロアクセル、株式会社BimoRa、株式会社ワンプレート、株式会社ザ・建物

Facts:
- The most common response was “rewards rate,” cited by 76% of respondents.
- 楽天カード led the others by a wide margin, with 46%.
- The combined share of “satisfied” and “somewhat satisfied” was 92.34%.
- 楽天カード had the highest level, at 96.4%.
- “Benefits and preferential services are inadequate” (22.67%) and “It is difficult to accumulate points” (21.33%) were the top responses.

## Focusing on the “decline in skin’s recovery ability,” a concern for more than 60% of women, this innovative “reconditioning moisture care” using microalgae and seaweed supports a hydrated skin environment! New sheet mask “藻っとモイスト” launches

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000749.000036462.html
- anchor: #n2299855
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ユーグレナ

Facts:
- A survey of 200 women aged 20–59
- On sale from September 14, 2026 (Mon)

## [Disaster Preparedness Awareness Event Held Inside a Supermarket!] Suntory Natural Mineral Water Disaster Preparedness Event: “This Too! A Little Stockpiling Action”

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000853.000027480.html
- anchor: #n2299854
- Companies mentioned: サントリービバレッジ＆フード株式会社、旭化成ホームプロダクツ株式会社、味の素株式会社、サミット株式会社、大王製紙株式会社、はごろもフーズ株式会社、森永製菓株式会社、株式会社ロッテ

Facts:
- Held at Summit Store ららテラス ＨＡＲＵＭＩ ＦＬＡＧ店 in Harumi, Tokyo. The event was held with the cooperation of ７ companies※, including manufacturers of food and daily necessities.
- The campaign is currently promoted in 500 supermarkets nationwide, and we aim to expand it to 3,000 stores over the medium term.
- The survey found that only ４.６％ of respondents said they were “fully prepared.”
- The survey focused on the fact that ４８.０％ said they were “somewhat prepared.”

## Former communications leaders from SpaceX, Google and Facebook to speak in Japan for the first time! What should communications look like in the AI era?

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001694.000000112.html
- anchor: #n2299853
- Companies mentioned: SpaceX、Google、Facebook、Google DeepMind、PR TIMES、株式会社PR TIMES、Center for Tomorrow

Facts:
- More than 5000 PR professionals have participated to date
- Serving more than 129,000 companies
- 2026年10月8日（木）に東京、10月9日（金）に大阪・名古屋・福岡・札幌の全国5都市とオンラインで開催します
- After 10 events to date
- Venue capacity: 760 people

## To celebrate the debut of the new ポムポムプリン30th エポスカード design! “ポムポムプリンPOP UP STORE×むにゅぐるみパティオ” to be held at 京都ポルタ!

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004189.000003860.html
- anchor: #n2299852
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社丸井、マルイ・モディ、ポムポムプリン、エポスカード、京都ポルタ

Facts:
- 5,000 yen or more including tax
- 3,000 yen or more, tax included
- Wednesday, September 9, 2026
- Wednesday, September 16

## "Rakutsumi Turkish Lira/Yen Purchase Cost FX Points Gift Campaign" now underway!

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:29:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000901.000052387.html
- anchor: #n2299807
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社外為どっとコム、らくらくFX積立

Facts:
- 1通貨あたり0.05FXポイント(0.05円相当)
- Points will be awarded when the total reaches at least 1 FX point.

## Featuring 3 popular Turkish lira currency pairs! 『外貨ネクストネオ』 campaign offers up to 30% more swap points based on your deposit amount!

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:27:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000902.000052387.html
- anchor: #n2299808
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社外為どっとコム、外貨ネクストネオ、らくらくFX積立

Facts:
- Up to 30% more swap points
- For deposits of 100,000 yen or more and less than 1 million yen
- For deposits of 1 million yen or more
- 10% of the average swap points received
- 30% of the average swap points received

## 株式会社YORISOI establishes corporate vision: “To become Shibuya’s leading HR company”

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:27:25+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000036.000175265.html
- anchor: #n2299809
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社YORISOI、転職.com、採用くん、送客くん、YORISOI FC

Facts:
- Capital: ¥9.5 million

## Japan-developed open-source CMS “baserCMS” adds feature enabling direct operation by AI agents

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:26:21+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000057129.html
- anchor: #n2299810
- Companies mentioned: NPO法人 ベーサー・ファウンデーション、株式会社ディーゼロ、株式会社キャッチアップ、株式会社ビットフォレスト、株式会社ヌーラボ、株式会社フラッグシステム、JET BRAINS

Facts:
- Released the latest version of “baserCMS,” version 5.4.0, on August 27, 2026
- Surpassed 300,000 downloads in 2020

## Industry-narrowest-level spread campaign *3 begins!

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:25:47+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000898.000052387.html
- anchor: #n2299811
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社外為どっとコム、外貨ネクストネオ

Facts:
- Spreads for 10 currency pairs
- 2026年8月31日(月)午前9時00分
- 2026年9月26日(土)午前3時00分

## “Up to 3 million yen in rewards based on trading volume and deposit amount! Major cashback campaign” launches!

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:24:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000903.000052387.html
- anchor: #n2299812
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社外為どっとコム、外貨ネクストネオ、CFDネクスト、外貨ネクストバイナリー

Facts:
- Up to 3 million yen
- Up to 1 million yen
- All 21 currency pairs
- Margin ratio of at least 4%
- Margin ratio of at least 1%
- Trading commission: 0 yen
- 1Lotあたり約40～999円

## Programming contest calling for lyric apps announces winning entries selected through a public vote!

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:23:04+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000694.000052709.html
- anchor: #n2299813
- Companies mentioned: クリプトン・フューチャー・メディア株式会社、産業技術総合研究所、東京メトロポリタンテレビジョン株式会社

Facts:
- A total of 168 entries were submitted this year.
- 10 winning entries were selected from the 168 submissions
- 1 Grand Prize winner
- 3 Excellence Award winners

## SEO article creation shifts from “instructing AI” to “leaving it to AI”: New AI service creates 100 articles a month using only keywords, “AI SEO Article Service”

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:21:54+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000189518.html
- anchor: #n2299814
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エクストラハンズ、株式会社サムライソード、Claude、Gemini

Facts:
- From 30,000 yen per month (before tax) for 10 articles.
- 月100記事を制作するプランでは、1記事あたり1,980円（税抜）で提供します。
- Recruiting monitor companies, limited to the first 10. The 10-article plan, normally 30,000 yen per month (before tax), will be offered for 10,000 yen per month (before tax).

## “ワンワンまつり フェスティバル” to be held in 4 cities: Utsunomiya, Kawaguchi, Tokyo and Atsugi

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000075195.html
- anchor: #n2299817
- Companies mentioned: NHKプロモーション、公益財団法人とちぎ未来づくり財団、NHKエデュケーショナル、公益財団法人川口総合文化センター、文京シビックホール、公益財団法人厚木市文化振興財団、厚木市文化会館、チケットぴあ、栃木県総合文化センタープレイガイド、リリア・チケットセンター、厚木市文化会館チケット予約センター

Facts:
- Reserved seating throughout: 3,980 yen (tax included)

## Measures for disaster-affected small and medium-sized enterprises and small businesses following the heavy rain disaster beginning August 27, Reiwa 8

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001963.000021609.html
- anchor: #n2299816
- Companies mentioned: 独立行政法人中小企業基盤整備機構、中小機構

Facts:
- Phone: 076-223-5546
- Phone: 050-5541-7171

## Rokko Alpine Botanical Garden and ROKKO森の音ミュージアム: Autumn Cultural Season Monday Free Admission Campaign for Children. Children enter free on Mondays in autumn

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003711.000005180.html
- anchor: #n2299815
- Companies mentioned: 六甲山観光株式会社、阪急阪神ホールディングス

Facts:
- [Dates] 2026: September 7 (Mon), 14 (Mon), 28 (Mon), October 5 (Mon), 19 (Mon), 26 (Mon), November 2 (Mon), 9 (Mon), 16 (Mon)
- [Exhibition period] August 29–November 29, 2026
- Adults (junior high school students and older): 2,100 yen
- Children (ages 4 through elementary school): 1,050 yen
- Adults (junior high school students and older): 900 yen
- Children (ages 4 to elementary school age): 450 yen
- Adults (junior high school students and older): 1,700 yen
- Children (ages 4 through elementary school): 850 yen
- 普通車1台1,000円
- 880 yen and up

## Do Britons love Japanese cats and books? The novel “Umimachi, a Story of a Used Bookshop” (English title: every bookshop needs a cat), jointly conceived by Japanese and British editors, will be released simultaneously in 2 countries on Thursday, Aug. 27.

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:17:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000090.000004274.html
- anchor: #n2299818
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ハーパーコリンズ・ジャパン、ハーパーコリンズ・パブリッシャーズUK、ハーパーコリンズ・パブリッシャーズ、ベクトル印刷、ニューズ・コーポレーション

Facts:
- Publication confirmed in 18 countries worldwide
- Publication has been confirmed in 26 countries worldwide
- Cumulative sales exceed 1.3 million copies
- Publication has been confirmed in more than 28 countries worldwide
- Operations in 15 countries worldwide
- More than 120 brands operating worldwide
- Publishes about 10,000 new books each year in 16 languages
- List price: ¥1,980 (tax included)
- Pages: 264

## [Phase 2 begins] “Let’s Go on the Kobe Line! Discover the Attractions Along the Route” stamp rally to be held!

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:16:43+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002231.000095753.html
- anchor: #n2299819
- Companies mentioned: 西日本旅客鉄道株式会社、株式会社ギックス、神戸市、尼崎市、西宮市、芦屋市、阪神間日本遺産推進協議会、（一財）神戸観光局、（一社）あまがさき観光局、（公社）姫路観光コンベンションビューロー、小西酒造、伊丹老松酒造、白鶴、本田商店、壺坂酒造、ヤヱガキ酒造、名城酒造、田中酒造場、姫路灘菊酒造、パティスリーモンプリュ、パティスリーAKITO、COMPARTIR VALOR、L'AVENUE

Facts:
- Phase 2: Sept. 1 (Tuesday)–Dec. 31 (Thursday)
- WESTER Points (basic) 300 pt
- WESTER Points (basic) 1,000 pt
- WESTER Points (basic) 200 pt
- WESTER Points (basic) 500 pt
- WESTER Points (basic) 2,000 pt
- Transactions of ¥1,000 (tax included) or more are eligible

## Happy 2nd birthday! A birthday event was held for Hatch, a young two-toed sloth ♪

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:14:58+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001184.000040302.html
- anchor: #n2299627
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アワーズ

Facts:
- And the weight is… 8.6 kg!
- The 5 groups selected in the drawing

## [Hokkaido / Ishikari Subprefectural Bureau] Taking place Sept. 5 (Saturday)! We will exhibit at “Hokkaido Relocation and Exchange Fair 2026 in Fukuoka,” where you can consult about moving to the Ishikari region of Hokkaido!

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:14:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001240.000088209.html
- anchor: #n2299628
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人北海道移住交流促進協議会

The Hokkaido Ishikari Subprefectural Bureau will exhibit at a relocation fair in Fukuoka and provide information about moving to the Ishikari region. The event is for people hoping to relocate and those interested in doing so.

## “ABEMA” original dating reality show “Love Catcher Japan 3”: Kojima Miyu, reporter for the combat sports event “BreakingDown,” says, “When I’m in love, I become clingy. I want to stay close all the time.”

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:13:57+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003880.000064643.html
- anchor: #n2299629
- Companies mentioned: ABEMA、CJ ENM、Mnet、吉本興業

Facts:
- Prize money of 10 million yen
- 12 men and women
- 840,000 social media followers

## We completed preparations of the August 2026 data edition.

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:13:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002249.000080271.html
- anchor: #n2299630
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ナビット、オープン君＆てったいちゃん、アタックリストNo.1

Navit updated its corporate data for August 2026. Updates to prospect lists and telephone directory data are expected to improve the accuracy of B2B marketing.

Facts:
- Data added: 14,029 records
- Data deleted: 24,390 records
- Data changed: 11,181 records
- No. 1: Construction and contracting・・・・1,615 records
- No. 2: Welfare-related facilities・・・・1,490 records
- No. 3: Associations and organizations・・・・759 records
- No. 4: Pharmacies and drugstores・・・・426 records
- No. 5: Equipment installation contractors・・・・365 records
- No. 1: Construction and contracting・・・・1,753 records
- No. 2: Retail-related・・・・1,039 records
- No. 3: Barber and beauty businesses・・・・992 records
- No. 4: Food and specialty products・・・・981 records
- No. 5: Izakaya, snack bars and bars・・・・616 records
- Corporate numbers: up 1,991
- Fax numbers: up 823

## [Guerlain] High-profile guests visit an event being held at 伊勢丹新宿店 to mark the launch of a new fragrance.

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:13:28+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000345.000018096.html
- anchor: #n2299631
- Companies mentioned: ゲラン株式会社、伊勢丹新宿店、イセタン ビューティー オンライン、ゲラン公式オンラインブティック

Facts:
- 30mL: 12,320 yen (tax included)
- 50mL: 17,600 yen (tax included)

## [First in the sauna industry] THE TANADA SAUNA wins the Jury Special Award at the Japan Tourism Awards!

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:12:27+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000049441.html
- anchor: #n2299632

THE TANADA SAUNA won the Jury Special Award at the Japan Tourism Awards. Its model combining the preservation of terraced rice paddies in a depopulated community with tourism was recognized.

## Making saunas more accessible and more fun! New products arrive at the kSc online shop: the “Original Clear File,” developed in response to customer feedback, and new 2026 and reissued T-shirts now on sale

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000415.000110610.html
- anchor: #n2299636

Kisuke no Yu has turned customer feedback into the “kSc Original Clear File” and released new 2026 T-shirts and reissued designs. The initiative aims to bring the sauna experience into everyday life.

## [Butter Butler] The “Butler Selection (Sweet Potato),” featuring the seasonal “Butter and Sweet Potato Financier” made with Annō sweet potatoes, goes on sale Sept. 1 (Tuesday)!

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001750.000016051.html
- anchor: #n2299635

Butter Butler will release a limited-time assortment featuring Annō sweet potato and butter financiers on Sept. 1, 2026. A campaign celebrating the brand’s 10th anniversary will also begin.

## 【日常生活とコーヒーに関する調査】コーヒー飲用者のうち、「自宅」で飲む人は9割強。主にコンビニコーヒーを飲む層では「車の中」の比率が高い一方、「自宅」は低い傾向

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001819.000007815.html
- anchor: #n2299634
- Companies mentioned: マイボイスコム株式会社、伊藤忠グループ

Facts:
- “At home” was the most common response, at 90.9%
- コーヒーを毎日飲む人は、1日に「4回以上」「2～3回」「1回」を合わせて7割弱です
- [Number of respondents] 10,953

## “Kobe Rokko Meets Art 2026 beyond” announces its open-call award winners! The Grand Prix goes to reiko tsubota for “Shifting Dusk.” The art festival opens on Saturday, Aug. 29!

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003710.000005180.html
- anchor: #n2299633
- Companies mentioned: 阪神電気鉄道株式会社、六甲山観光株式会社、阪急阪神ホールディングス株式会社、神戸市、兵庫県神戸県民センター、株式会社有馬ビューホテル、一般社団法人 兵庫県宅地建物取引業協会、公益財団法人 神戸文化支援基金、有限会社イソワインターナショナル、神戸文化マザーポートクラブ、株式会社ARIGATO-CHAN、早駒運輸株式会社、六甲摩耶観光推進協議会、公益財団法人 神戸市民文化振興財団

Facts:
- Grand Prix (prize: ¥1.5 million)
- Runner-up Grand Prix (prize: ¥500,000)
- Encouragement Award (prize: ¥300,000)
- 神戸市長賞（賞金30万円）
- 神戸市長賞（賞金20万円）
- 兵庫県神戸県民センター Director’s Award (prize: ¥300,000)
- 兵庫県神戸県民センター Director’s Award (prize: ¥200,000)
- Arima Onsen Taiko no Yu Award (prize: ¥100,000)
- Hyogo Takken Hat Mark Award (prize: ¥100,000)
- Kobushi Fund Award (prize: ¥100,000)
- 神戸文化マザーポートクラブ Award

## GGC Coin Parking Tsurumai Higashimachi 1 opens in Nara! A parking facility equipped with “DENNOU PARK” opens next to Golf Green Challenge.

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:07:36+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000060.000069896.html
- anchor: #n2299637

DataHax opened the AI-camera parking lot “GGC Coin Parking Tsurumai Higashimachi 1” in Nara on May 19, 2026. The cashless parking facility requires no gates or payment machines, combining convenience with operational efficiency.

## Sept. 7 symposium: “Desirable Agrivoltaics and Community-Led Institutional Design”

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:06:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000028.000165234.html
- anchor: #n2299638
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人プラチナ構想ネットワーク、営農型太陽光発電社会実装推進コンソーシアム、農林水産省、千葉エコ・エネルギー㈱、小田原市、ヤンマーホールディングス㈱、ベジタリア㈱、東京大学、再生可能エネルギー長期安定電源推進協会、㈱クボタ、中部ソーラーシェアリングやろまい会

Facts:
- A symposium on “Desirable Agrivoltaics and Community-Led Institutional Design” will be held on Monday, Sept. 7, 2026.
- More than 220 municipalities and 180 corporations are members.

## Carry the “little bits of trash” from your travels with you, smartly. The portable trash pouch “POY” in collaboration with 地球の歩き方 is here

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:02:54+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000418.000021774.html
- anchor: #n2299639
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ヘミングス、株式会社スーパープランニング、地球の歩き方

Facts:
- On sale from August 28, 2026
- Price: ¥2,200 (tax included)

## Mirrativ and pro esports team “FENNEL” form partnership to promote Brawl Stars together; new project “B-BASE” launches

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:02:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000207.000033025.html
- anchor: #n2299640
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ミラティブ、Mirrativ、FENNEL、株式会社Fennel、Supercell、LINEヤフー株式会社

Facts:
- Mirrativ has had 5.7 million streamers to date
- 1 billion downloads worldwide to date
- The team’s combined social media following totals 4.8 million
- 700 million total YouTube views

## Personal machine Pilates studio “STUDIO IVY PILATES” to open in Shiki, Saitama, on Saturday, September 5, 2026!

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:02:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000127.000121091.html
- anchor: #n2299641
- Companies mentioned: STUDIO IVY PILATES、株式会社KRM、STUDIO IVY 志木店

Facts:
- The 137th location to open
- Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026

## “Dragon Quest × Loft Goods Caravan 2026” confirmed

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:01:54+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000410.000128734.html
- anchor: #n2299642
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スクウェア・エニックス、株式会社ワコール、GOCOCi

Facts:
- 178 Loft locations nationwide
- 1会計2,200円(税込)
- ¥220 (tax included)
- 40th anniversary

## Call for donations for the “Ishikawa and Toyama Prefectures Heavy Rain Disaster”

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:01:42+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000566.000013913.html
- anchor: #n2299643
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ダイナム

Facts:
- Occurred on Thursday, August 27, 2026
- Starting Saturday, August 29
- Through Monday, Nov. 30
- 28 Dynam locations

## リコーブラックラムズ東京、2026-27シーズン公式ボランティア「Ramgelist」募集開始のお知らせ

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:01:36+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000149.000068045.html
- anchor: #n2299644
- Companies mentioned: リコーブラックラムズ東京、ブラックラムズ東京、リコー

Facts:
- Expected number of volunteers: approximately 200
- 1試合あたりの活動人数：50-70名程度を想定
- Founded in 1953

## The “Sauce Slime Flower” series launches: flower slime that lets you enjoy changing colors and scents!

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:01:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000242.000091783.html
- anchor: #n2299645
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ハシートップイン

Facts:
- From mid-September 2026
- 1,078 yen (tax included)
- 3,850 yen (tax included)

## “TOKYO MX New Idol Audition” launches! Applications for members open August 28

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:01:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000188043.html
- anchor: #n2299646
- Companies mentioned: TOKYO MX、でんぱ組.inc、MIRACLE合同会社

Facts:
- Women aged 15 to around 26
- Runs from Friday, August 28, 2026
- 2026年8月28日（金）〜10月30日（金）

## Booost launches “Product Compliance Suite,” a new suite of sustainability ERP modules that provides end-to-end support for compliance with product regulations (CBAM and ESPR/DPP)

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:00:25+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000286.000056793.html
- anchor: #n2299647
- Companies mentioned: Booost株式会社、EU

Facts:
- 時価総額5,000 億円以上の大企業
- More than 95 countries to date
- Approximately 6,500 companies
- More than 197,000 locations
- Capital: 2.5 billion yen

## For hiring managers: Get the latest recruitment trends explained in a free webinar! The September 2026 edition of Monthly HR Topics focuses on “Labor and employment law and system revisions in the second half of 2026”

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:00:21+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000400.000075909.html
- anchor: #n2299648
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社天職市場、キャムコムグループ

Facts:
- Has supported hiring at more than 20,000 companies to date
- Capital: 50 million yen
- Revenue: 1,288 億 yen
- Capital: 6.4 億 yen
- Employees: 2,817 (excluding dispatched staff)
- Locations: 143

## Confronting climate change, the world’s oldest Champagne house ルイナール presents “Conversations with Nature 2026,” a dialogue with nature created alongside internationally renowned artist Tadashi Kawamata

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:00:15+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000919.000006986.html
- anchor: #n2299649
- Companies mentioned: ルイナール、モエ ヘネシー ジャパン株式会社、MAAT、プーシキン美術館、ポンピドゥー・センター、サーペンタイン・ギャラリー、MACBA

Facts:
- “Conversations with Nature” in 2026
- Founded in Reims, the Champagne region, in 1729
- Designated a historic monument of France in 1931

## discord Yohji Yamamoto to release the new “Unevenness” bag on Friday, September 4

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:00:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001101.000034350.html
- anchor: #n2299650
- Companies mentioned: discord Yohji Yamamoto、GINZA SIX、SHIBUYA PARCO、伊勢丹新宿店、阪急うめだ本店、THE SHOP YOHJI YAMAMOTO

Facts:
- ¥137,500 (tax included)

## IT seminar on leveraging IT in Ichinoseki, Iwate Prefecture (Ichinoseki City IT Talent Development Program): “Unlocking the Future of Businesses with AI”; registration now open!

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000189848.html
- anchor: #n2299718
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人デジタルラボ一関、タイムカプセル株式会社、Aqsh株式会社、株式会社Imanect、株式会社ぱど、株式会社ユニメディア、Eagle、株式会社Be-Groove、NEDO

Facts:
- Networking event costs an additional 5,000 yen, tax included
- First 70 people
- More than 10 million downloads to date
- Has worked on developing more than 300 smartphone apps

## STEM Racing, a hands-on STEM education program offered in more than 65 countries worldwide, opens registration for its annual membership-based “Learning Platform”

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000166900.html
- anchor: #n2299717
- Companies mentioned: STEM Racing Japan、STEM Academy、STEM Virtual Academy、Tokyo Innovation Base（TiB）

Facts:
- Offered at more than 29,000 schools
- More than 1.8 million students have participated to date
- Special price: 90,000 yen per year
- Regular price: 120,000 yen
- Special price: 108,000 yen per year
- Regular price: 165,000 yen

## “ココミル,” a flexible-workforce matching service specializing in medical administration, pharmacy administration and dental assistants, launches

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000057754.html
- anchor: #n2299716
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ケイプロモーション＋、ココミル

Facts:
- Launching August 28, 2026
- Referral fee: 100,000 yen

## “Smooth, yet lightweight.” Miller. launches a new kind of “fresh balm”※1

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000149595.html
- anchor: #n2299715
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社BLISS、Miller.、ロフト、楽天市場、Amazon

Facts:
- 45g / 1,650 yen (tax included)
- Early sales begin Friday, August 28, 2026, at ロフト locations nationwide (some locations may not carry the product); it will also be available at the official online stores 楽天市場 and Amazon.
- General release is scheduled for Thursday, October 1, 2026.

## A celebration of the future of cheese and whey: “Cheese and Whey Festival vol.4” confirmed for October 24 (Sat.) and 25 (Sun.)!

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000089480.html
- anchor: #n2299714
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社のもり、株式会社GOOD NEWS、那須ナチュラルチーズ研究会、チーズとホエイの祭典実行委員会、那須町、那須塩原市、NPO法人チーズプロフェショナル協会、株式会社野澤組、那須地方農業振興協議会、チーズ工房那須の森、株式会社あまたにチーズ工房、CHEESE STAND、NakashimaFarm、So-boku、サゴタニ牧農、ノースプレインファーム、フィンランドの森チーズ工房メッツァネイト、高秀牧場チーズ工房、新生酪農株式会社、大田原チーズステーション、那須高原今牧場チーズ工房、那須千本松牧場、Osteria Živijo！、GOOD CHEESE GOOD BAKE、TESIO、栃木県立那須拓陽高等学校、森林ノ牧場、pizzeria dellfeeno、fil ice cream & coffee、Bel oiseau、Bistro Rojiura、Burger Mania、HOKKAIDO BROWN CHEESE、Macauda、りんどう湖ファミリー牧場、ルスティコ、石井ぶどう、岩﨑元気、KUSAKA VINEYARDS、ココ・ファーム・ワイナリー、Hinoe Winery、ワイズ・ヴィンヤーズ、那須栗園、栃木県那須農業振興事務所

Facts:
- Received a total of 71,962L of whey from 5 cheese producers in 1 year
- From Cheese Workshop Nasu

## Announcing the 2026 first-half “my caddie BEST GEAR AWARD”

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000111455.html
- anchor: #n2299713
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社インターナショナルスポーツマーケティング、my caddie

Facts:
- 54,000件（26年8月現在）のリアルなクチコミが
- Capital: 100 million yen

## 10th anniversary since its launch in 2016! Rhodia’s popular writing instrument collection “Script” releases its first-ever limited edition in 2 colors simultaneously! “Blue Jeans” and “Magenta” launch Friday, September 11.

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000177284.html
- anchor: #n2299712
- Companies mentioned: クオバディス・ジャパン株式会社、RHODIA（ロディア）

Facts:
- September 11, 2026
- 2,970 yen each

## FOOMA JAPAN 2027 会期：2027年6月8日（火）～11日（金）の4日間 出展申込受付は、2026年9月1日（火）～10月15日（木）

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000056459.html
- anchor: #n2299711
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人日本食品機械工業会、FOOMA JAPAN 2027 展示会実行委員会

Facts:
- 2027年6月8日（火）～11日（金）の4日間
- A record 1,056 exhibitors
- 67,721 people
- Admission: 1,000 yen (before tax)

## [LINE GAME] “LINE: Monster Farm” celebrates its 3.5th anniversary with the “3.5th Anniversary Event,” featuring up to 350 free gacha pulls and great rewards

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000043.000179742.html
- anchor: #n2299710
- Companies mentioned: LINEヤフー株式会社、株式会社コーエーテクモゲームス

Facts:
- 3.5th anniversary
- Up to 300 gacha pulls
- Up to 50 pulls

## [エムディー株式会社] Hirata Masaya appointed director as company strengthens its management structure

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000049.000155449.html
- anchor: #n2299709
- Companies mentioned: エムディー株式会社、東証プライム市場上場の大手ゼネコン、スタンダード市場上場の不動産企業

Facts:
- Effective August 27, 2026
- Established: October 1, 2018
- Founded: 2003

## The first original global scenario for “三國志 真戦,” “兵演春秋,” opens Saturday, September 12! Developer interview also released today: “We deliberately take on unprecedented challenges”

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000051.000159236.html
- anchor: #n2299708
- Companies mentioned: Qookka Entertainment Limited、コーエーテクモゲームス

Facts:
- From Saturday, September 12, 2026
- The “三國志” series’ 40th anniversary

## High marks for suction power, maintenance and maneuverability: Raycop’s “RS5” ranks No. 1 in mybest’s mattress vacuum cleaner category!

- Published: 2026-08-28T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000053.000012718.html
- anchor: #n2299707
- Companies mentioned: レイコップ株式会社、mybest、Dr.MiCHAEL

Facts:
- A thorough comparative evaluation of 15 popular mattress vacuum cleaners
- Kills and removes 99.9% of allergens and dust mites
- Compact, lightweight design with a main unit weighing approximately 1.26 kg
- The HEPA filter captures ultrafine dust as small as 0.3 μm