# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-31 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 7 of 9

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 717 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 141 items from 4 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## 長谷工総合開発 Grand opens “BLOCKS SHINJUKU GYOEN,” a next-generation shared office supporting business innovation, in a location where nature and the city coexist, 2 minutes’ walk from Shinjuku-gyoenmae Station

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000166401.html
- anchor: #n2368666
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社長谷工総合開発、株式会社プロフィッツ、アルファ・エッジ・キャピタル株式会社、株式会社RJオフィス、堀口珈琲

Facts:
- 66 private offices
- Sept. 1, 2026

## MECK Group, with more than 40 years of experience in medical student education, revamps its physician career support service as “メクキャリエージェント” ～From matching candidates to job openings to creating positions tailored to their aspirations. Supporting a sustainable healthcare system that meets the needs of increasingly diverse work styles～

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000074972.html
- anchor: #n2368665
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社メック、株式会社シーメック、メクキャリエージェント

## “A Chinese steamed bun that looks like it’s wrapped around sweet-and-sour pork!?” Enjoy Chinese food at home this autumn

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000026.000070234.html
- anchor: #n2368664
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SL Creations

Facts:
- For every ¥2,500 spent on eligible products, including tax
- 2026 Chinese Food Festival
- August 31–November 6, 2026

## FJ Next Group carries on the traditional flavor as 祇園, Ito’s long-established inari sushi shop, prepares to reopen

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000028.000176728.html
- anchor: #n2368663
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社FJネクストホールディングス、FJリゾートマネジメント株式会社、祇園

Facts:
- In 1946, shortly after the war
- Began operating on the premises of Ito Station on the Japanese National Railways (now JR East) in 1959
- Capital: 2.7744 billion yen
- Capital: 33.32 million yen

## DMK launches “Amechan,” a campaign service specializing in rainy weather

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000030.000042314.html
- anchor: #n2368662
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ディー・エム広告社、株式会社SO-KEN

Facts:
- Established: November 1974
- Capital: ¥50 million

## HubSpotを使うBtoB企業のCRMデータ整備ガイドを無料公開

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000030.000186443.html
- anchor: #n2368661
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社くるみバディ、HubSpot、株式会社くるみ

Facts:
- PDF (20 pages)
- Capital: 5,000,000 yen

## DMK launches “Terachan,” an in-store circulation campaign service

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000042314.html
- anchor: #n2368660
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ディー・エム広告社、株式会社SO-KEN

Facts:
- Established: November 1974
- Capital: ¥50 million

## [Suido Kiko] Parents and children learn about “water” and “disaster preparedness”; emergency disaster water support team “EWAT” holds hands-on workshop

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000036.000141633.html
- anchor: #n2368659
- Companies mentioned: 水道機工株式会社、Emergency Water Assistance Team（EWAT）

Facts:
- 1日に200Lも使っている
- Securing drinking water for about 2,000 people in one day
- Capital: ¥1.947 billion
- Number of employees: 1,029

## Report on the “Entrepreneur × Influencer and Creator Meetup”

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000039.000089988.html
- anchor: #n2368658
- Companies mentioned: KEEN株式会社、ecmile.

Facts:
- 5 influencers and creators
- Established in 2019

## [franky] Official launch of wearable AI “Mori Journaling AI”

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000040.000068728.html
- anchor: #n2368657
- Companies mentioned: franky株式会社、Makuake、Design Studio S、Takram

Facts:
- Continuous recording time: 24 hours or more
- Standby time: 7 days or more
- Recording storage capacity: 30 hours or more (encrypted and stored on the device)
- Device size: 32.6mm × 31.6mm × 13.45mm

## [Cafuné/カフネ] Arrives at 阪急うめだ本店! “Cafuné Osaka Autumn Pop Up” brings together the much-anticipated 26 Fall/Winter collection

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000041.000149641.html
- anchor: #n2368656
- Companies mentioned: Cafuné、カフネ、カフネ株式会社、Lir、阪急うめだ本店

Facts:
- For customers who spend ¥20,000 or more including tax
- For customers who spend ¥70,000 or more including tax
- “Medium Stance” ¥96,800 including tax
- “Mini Egg Bucket” ¥59,400 including tax
- “Stance Wallet” ¥80,300 including tax
- “Soft Fold Bag” ¥89,100 including tax
- Drop Duffel, ¥80,300 including tax
- Mini Drop Duffel, ¥63,800 including tax
- Egg Bucket, ¥92,400 including tax
- “Cadence Bag” Black / Silk, ¥116,600 including tax
- “Large Cadence Bag” Black, ¥136,400 including tax

## [Event report] School refusal reaches a record 350,000 students; discussion examines “developmental traits” and gaps in support, and how AI and online services can deliver developmental support “from the moment difficulties begin”

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000046.000076936.html
- anchor: #n2368655
- Companies mentioned: PAPAMO株式会社、リハビリ・フューチャーズ、株式会社すららネット、株式会社ナーシング、DFree株式会社、東京大学先端科学技術研究センター

Facts:
- In fiscal 2024, 354,000 elementary and junior high school students refused to attend school
- It has been noted that they have, or are suspected of having, “a diagnosis of developmental disabilities”
- 61.5% of elementary and junior high school students with developmental traits have experienced reluctance to attend school or absences
- The rate of having experienced school refusal is 35.5%, or 9.5 times the overall average
- About 50 lawmakers, local government and education officials, and private-sector businesses participated in person and online
- 35% of participants were experiencing school refusal or reluctance to attend
- 対象: 100 students in grades 1–3
- The standard “+2 in 1 year”
- 「半年で+4」の改善

## Nikon Nisso Prime publishes 3 case studies on supporting solutions to workforce challenges

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000047.000089717.html
- anchor: #n2368654
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニコン日総プライム、NNP

## Fines holds a 1-day internship to meet job seekers’ “time efficiency × growth” needs and hone portable skills for the AI era

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000050.000034396.html
- anchor: #n2368653
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファインズ

Facts:
- We have worked with more than 25,000 companies to date (as of the end of May 2026)
- More than 12,000 companies have commissioned video production to date (as of the end of June 2025)

## Event “The Horn of Calamity Dyed in Light” launches in the smartphone game MASS FOR THE DEAD, based on オーバーロード! Ulbert, “The Great Demon Fallen into Light,” makes a new appearance!

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000051.000121834.html
- anchor: #n2368652
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社テンクロス、MASS FOR THE DEAD、オーバーロード

Facts:
- Event period: Aug. 31 (Mon.) 11:00
- Free Chaos Stones × 100
- Free Chaos Stones × 200
- Maximum bonus: “140%”

## カクナル launches support for revising the personnel evaluation system and advising on recruitment and retention in Hokkaido’s 浦幌町

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000054.000080430.html
- anchor: #n2368651
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社CAQNAL、カクナル、浦幌町、総務省、スターバックスコーヒージャパン、ユニクロ、iU情報経営イノベーション専門職大学

Facts:
- A 3-year period from fiscal 2026 (Reiwa 8) through fiscal 2028 (Reiwa 10)

## Hiroki Fukuda of グロービング株式会社 appointed president and CEO, senior executive officer

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000058.000093540.html
- anchor: #n2368650
- Companies mentioned: グロービング株式会社、Boston Consulting Group

Facts:
- AI-related sales are projected to rise to 49% of consolidated net sales for the full year

## Inspired by Osaka’s famed “nikusui”! Takoyaki filled with the savory flavor of beef and “silky” Japanese-style broth sauce. Dotonbori’s “Kukuru” to launch its fall-limited “Takoyaki with Fragrant Broth and Beef Ankake” on September 1

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000059.000034424.html
- anchor: #n2368649
- Companies mentioned: 白ハト食品工業株式会社、たこ家道頓堀くくる

Facts:
- Sept. 1, 2026
- Starting September 1, 2026 (Tuesday)
- Through Saturday, October 31
- 1 box contains 8 pieces

## Expanded to 3 days for the first time in 7 years! “FOOD STYLE JAPAN 2026 ＜Tokyo＞” to be held September 30 (Wednesday)–October 2 (Friday)

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000062.000163340.html
- anchor: #n2368648
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イノベント、FOOD STYLE Japan 実行委員会、東京ビッグサイト、農林水産省、経済産業省、東京都、埼玉県、千葉県、茨城県、群馬県、独立行政法人中小企業基盤整備機構、日本商工会議所、一般社団法人神奈川県商工会議所連合会、一般社団法人埼玉県商工会議所連合会、一般社団法人千葉県商工会議所連合会、茨城県商工会議所連合会、一般社団法人栃木県商工会議所連合会、一般社団法人群馬県商工会議所連合会、全国商工会連合会、東京都商工会連合会、神奈川県商工会連合会、埼玉県商工会連合会、千葉県商工会連合会、茨城県商工会連合会、栃木県商工会連合会、群馬県商工会連合会、全国中小企業団体中央会、製粉協会、全国水産加工業協同組合連合会、公益社団法人日本給食サービス協会、一般社団法人全日本・食学会、一般社団法人日本百貨店協会、公益社団法人日本通信販売協会、一般社団法人日本惣菜協会、一般社団法人全日本司厨士協会、一般社団法人日本厨房工業会、一般社団法人日本食品包装協会、一般社団法人日本パン工業会、一般社団法人日本洋菓子協会連合会、一般社団法人日本弁当サービス協会、一般社団法人日本ジビエ振興協会、一般社団法人日本外食品流通協会、一般社団法人日本飲食団体連合会、一般社団法人日本フードビジネス国際化協会、一般社団法人レスト

## Selected for the 3rd cohort of the “TECH HUB YOKOHAMA Growth Acceleration Accompaniment Support Program”

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000066.000034827.html
- anchor: #n2368647
- Companies mentioned: アクプランタ株式会社、TECH HUB YOKOHAMA、理化学研究所、Nature Plants、JA、ウガンダ、米国、豪州、ブラジル

Facts:
- In 2017, the effects of acetic acid in enhancing plants’ heat and drought tolerance were published in the academic journal “Nature Plants.”
- Established: February 7, 2018
- Conducting field trials on more than 20 crop varieties in 14 countries around the world.

## @ITにて連載企画「日本の開発組織は、まだ国内仕様のままでいいのか。元メルカリCTOが語る、AI時代のグローバル開発論」を開始

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000067.000046994.html
- anchor: #n2368646
- Companies mentioned: Tech Japan株式会社、アイティメディア株式会社、メルカリ、Mercari India、Google、Microsoft、Apple、LINE、Talendy

Facts:
- 5 episodes in total
- Published on August 31, 2026
- An engineer database of about 20,000 people

## Analysis of the latest trends in travel advertising visuals that resonate with consumers: the shift from “scenery” to “experiences”

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000069.000018083.html
- anchor: #n2368645
- Companies mentioned: ゲッティイメージズ、ゲッティイメージズ ジャパン株式会社、Getty Images、MarketCast、iStock、Unsplash

Facts:
- 88% of Japanese consumers said that “travel is important for understanding cultures”
- 85% of Japanese consumers said that “travel is a good way to connect with family and friends”
- 78% said that “travel is essential for mental and physical well-being and personal growth”
- 84% of the visual content actually downloaded from ゲッティイメージズ did not feature people
- About 600,000 contracted creators worldwide
- 26 カ国 13 言語で 1 万人以上の消費者と専門家を対象に調査
- Ongoing global research covering more than 250 topics
- Each survey covers 5,000–7,500 people aged 18 or older
- 25 major markets, including Australia, Brazil, Germany, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States
- Covering more than 160,000 events every year in news, sports and entertainment

## 濃厚の格が違う。ノーベル製菓史上最高傑作のミルクキャンデーが完成！「俺のミルクキャンデー」～「濃厚いちご味」が新登場！さらに、パッケージを上質感のあるデザインへ一新～

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000069.000136968.html
- anchor: #n2368644
- Companies mentioned: ノーベル製菓株式会社、ノーベル製菓

Facts:
- Starting Monday, September 14, 2026
- Net weight: 80g
- Employees: 247 (as of August 2026)

## Mori Mirai handles procurement and transport planning for CLT structures and construction coordination for the “Sustainable Housing Complex” in Toshima Village, Tokyo

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000072.000020108.html
- anchor: #n2368643
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社森未来、利島村役場、カスヤアーキテクツオフィス一級建築士事務所、ランドブレイン株式会社

Facts:
- Completion: March 2026
- Thursday, September 17, 2026, 15:00–16:00

## [Webinar] Thursday, Sept. 24: Panasonic case study revealed! The challenge of introducing a next-generation contact center system and business transformation through AI use

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000074.000177871.html
- anchor: #n2368642
- Companies mentioned: パナソニック デジタル株式会社、パナソニックグループ

Facts:
- Currently deployed and operated across 7 departments, with more than 1,200 seats
- Reduces annual after-call work (ACW) by 25,000 hours

## AXer adds and launches a natural-language conversational feature for its analytics dashboard. AI answers questions about causes based on aggregated data

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000075.000035950.html
- anchor: #n2368641
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アイトリガー、AXer

Facts:
- The service will launch in August 2026

## [Surveroid] Will tax reform bring happoshu back to beer? Survey of at-home drinkers’ intended behavior

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000078.000105399.html
- anchor: #n2368640
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マーケティングアプリケーションズ、Surveroid

Facts:
- 24.2% said, “I know the details well.”
- 42.3% said, “I’ve heard of it, but don’t know the details.”
- 33.5% said, “This is the first time I’ve heard of it.”
- 71.5% said, “Because I like the taste.”
- 35.0% said, “Because it’s easy to drink.”
- 30.5% said, “Because it goes well with food.”
- Just 10.0% said, “Because it’s inexpensive.”
- 62.5% said, “Because I like the taste.”
- 51.5% said, “Because it’s inexpensive.”
- 37.5% said, “I’ll keep drinking the same happoshu and new-category beers as now.”
- 26.5% said, “I’m not sure yet.”
- 13.0% said, “I’ll cut back on the amount (but continue drinking happoshu and new-category beers).”
- Beer

## New feature for the English-classroom support AI app “TOC-ME！assistant (トクミー assistant)”! AI automatically grades students’ audio files

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000083.000073231.html
- anchor: #n2368639
- Companies mentioned: 光村図書出版株式会社、TOC-ME！assistant、トクミー

Facts:
- Capital
- Annual sales
- Number of employees

## Meat Juice Gyoza no Dandadan launches “store improvement using engagement data” in earnest as a management strategy

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000084.000037182.html
- anchor: #n2368570
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社HataLuck and Person、株式会社ダンダダン、株式会社NATTY SWANKYホールディングス

Facts:
- All 97 company-operated locations
- Dandadan employees (3,219 in total)
- The share of stores with high “S or A” scores roughly doubled, from 27% to 50%
- The risk of leaving the job is 4 times higher for nonrespondents than for respondents
- 300,000 users
- 20,000 locations using the service

## ヴァレクストラ × 東京エディション銀座 “ヴァレクストラ Afternoon Tea” available for a limited time starting September 1, 2026

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000085.000089611.html
- anchor: #n2368569
- Companies mentioned: ヴァレクストラ、東京エディション銀座、Sophie at EDITION

Facts:
- From September 1, 2026 (Tuesday) through November 16 (Monday)
- Fine Tea Selection ¥7,500
- Includes 2 types of scones (truffle and Parmigiano), 8,500 yen

## Uber Eats Japan and Honda launch a pilot program for two-wheeled delivery partners using driving assessment technology

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000088.000127691.html
- anchor: #n2368568
- Companies mentioned: Uber Eats Japan、Honda、Uber Technologies、三井住友海上火災保険

Facts:
- 1,500 delivery partners who wish to participate
- A total travel distance of 150 km or more
- Achievement reward: During the campaign period, all delivery partners who record a total travel distance of 150 km or more while the app is on will receive 5,000 yen.
- Special bonus: Of those who meet the 150 km requirement above, the 10 delivery partners with the highest average driving scores during the period will receive 15,000 yen in addition to the achievement reward (up to 20,000 yen in total).
- 21 countries, including Japan
- Used by 500,000 people
- 1日の配達時間およびオンラインでの移動時間の合計が12時間を超えた場合
- The system prevents users from going online for the following 6 hours
- 120,000 active merchant locations
- 120,000 active delivery partners

## 第13回JADEC年次学術集会に企業ブース出展・口演発表。ツナの常備率は5割を超える一方、約7割が「たんぱく質の適正量がわからない」

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000091.000010547.html
- anchor: #n2368567
- Companies mentioned: はごろもフーズ株式会社、株式会社おいしい健康、JADEC、日本糖尿病協会

Facts:
- Expected attendance: 2,000–3,000 healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and registered dietitians
- ツナ缶常備率は、アプリユーザー内において「必ず常備している」が約5割と多く
- Around 70% of them answered, “I don’t know what to consume or how much.”
- Members of the AI meal planning and nutrition management app Oishii Kenko (n=932)
- Survey subjects: Oishii Kenko members (approximately 200,000 messages sent)

## ホテルグランバッハ京都セレクト| 【１日１室限定】「睡眠計測・アドバイス付き特別宿泊プラン」の販売を開始

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000094.000074239.html
- anchor: #n2368566
- Companies mentioned: ホテルグランバッハ京都セレクト、株式会社S’UIMIN、株式会社ブレインスリープ、カネカ食品株式会社、Google

Facts:
- 21,488 yen per person when 2 people share 1 room and above
- 37,286 yen per person when 1 person uses 1 room and above
- 還元型コエンザイムQ10を1本あたり100㎎配合しています

## Seasonal changes in the uropygial gland secretions of the seabird Swinhoe’s storm petrel revealed

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000097.000039807.html
- anchor: #n2368565
- Companies mentioned: 東京農工大学、公益財団法人日本野鳥の会、JSPS、公益財団法人自然保護助成基金、プロ・ナトゥーラ・ファンド

Facts:
- 93 compounds were identified in the uropygial gland secretions
- Uropygial gland secretions and body feathers were collected from a total of 66 birds

## 三井倉庫ロジスティクス・T2、日立の産業機械を自動運転トラックで輸送実証 定期輸送検討へ

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000098.000110471.html
- anchor: #n2368564
- Companies mentioned: 三井倉庫ロジスティクス、株式会社T2、株式会社日立産機システム

Facts:
- Approximately 456 km
- Approximately 450 km
- Approximately 1.7 km

## 店舗の移転に関するお知らせ 売買仲介店舗『白金高輪センター』を9月3日（木）に移転リニューアルオープン

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000100.000115219.html
- anchor: #n2368563
- Companies mentioned: 東急リバブル株式会社、白金高輪センター、白金高輪ステーションビル

Facts:
- The total floor area, including the new store, will be approximately 3 times the current size
- The nationwide Livable network, including both real estate sales and rental brokerage, will have 235 locations

## The “SpoGOMI Koshien 2026 Nagano Prefecture Tournament” was held. Ueda Chikuma High School’s “Yossies ver２” team won the fierce competition. A total of 30 participants collected 48.39 kg of trash!

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000102.000165301.html
- anchor: #n2368562
- Companies mentioned: 一般財団法人日本財団スポGOMI連盟、株式会社長野放送、日本財団

Facts:
- An impressive 17.44 kg of trash was collected
- 12.43 kg of trash was collected
- 4.12 kg of trash was collected

## Special Vegetable Day feature | Nōsōken staff reveal their “favorite vegetables”

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000103.000038953.html
- anchor: #n2368561
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社農業総合研究所、和歌山県和歌山市、愛知県豊橋市、長崎県、鹿児島県、北海道余市町、神奈川県、千葉県香取市、宮崎県、和歌山県日高郡、岐阜県東濃地方

Facts:
- Approximately 10,000 producers nationwide
- Number of valid respondents: 40
- Total number of items: 50

## シスメックス、AVITAのAIロープレ「アバトレ」を導入し医療・検査分野の営業育成に活用

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000107.000085375.html
- anchor: #n2368560
- Companies mentioned: シスメックス、AVITA、シスメックス株式会社、AVITA株式会社

Facts:
- Established: June 2021

## WATERRAS Bon Odori Festival -BOOGIE BON BEAT- to be held

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000109.000069362.html
- anchor: #n2368559
- Companies mentioned: 安田不動産株式会社、一般社団法人淡路エリアマネジメント、東急住宅リース株式会社、千代田区民踊連盟、一般社団法人 日本盆踊り協会、高円寺阿波おどり連協会 和樂連、神田外語大学 和太鼓サークル 神樂、マリーゴールド、ベースボールマガジン社

Facts:
- September 18 (Friday) and 19 (Saturday), 2026
- 17：00～21：00
- 15:00～20:00

## SHEGLAM conducts survey on attitudes toward summer blush. More than half of women struggle with “blush fading” in summer! 52.9% say it “comes off easily due to sweat and oil”

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000109.000155846.html
- anchor: #n2368558
- Companies mentioned: SHEGLAM、SHEIN JAPAN 株式会社、ノウンズ消費者リサーチ、クルエルティ・フリー・インターナショナル、FDA、EU、GCC 標準化機構(GSO)、メキシコ公定規格と一般衛生法(GHL)、FSC

Facts:
- Surveyed 289 women in their 10s to 30s
- Around 70% said they “use blush every day” even in summer
- “Comes off easily due to sweat and oil” was the top response at 52.9%
- “Going out on days off” was the top response at 56.7%
- “A natural-looking finish” was the top choice at 26.2%
- “Good color payoff” came in at 23.1%
- “Long-lasting wear” came in at 22.5%
- “Pink tones” were the top choice at 52.9%
- Price: ¥977 each (tax included)
- Price: ¥880 each (tax included)
- More than 90% of SHEGLAM products are vegan

## [Solution Partnership] アライドテレシス and ソリトンシステムズ support secure network access for zero-trust environments

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000112.000019712.html
- anchor: #n2368557
- Companies mentioned: アライドテレシス、ソリトンシステムズ、アライドテレシスホールディングス株式会社、アライドテレシス株式会社

## Showcase your gear and add color to your space—Razer announces the Base Station V3 Chroma

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000112.000163154.html
- anchor: #n2368556
- Companies mentioned: Razer、Razer Japan株式会社

Facts:
- Japan price: ¥14,480 including tax
- Set to launch in Japan on September 4

## イトーヨーカドー・ヨークにて、毎月100品目をお買い得価格で提供する「本気の100選。」を2026年9月1日より開始！

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000113.000018950.html
- anchor: #n2368555
- Companies mentioned: イトーヨーカドー、ヨーク、日清、ロッテ、味の素、アサヒ、フジパン、雪印メグミルク、おかめ、マルちゃん、ニチレイ、ビオレ

Facts:
- Starting September 1, 2026 (Tuesday)
- 196 ヨーク Foods, ヨーク Mart and ヨーク Price stores

## [Nikken Total Sourcing] Exhibiting at the “3rd [Kyushu] Semiconductor Industry Exhibition,” September 30–October 1

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000114.000086798.html
- anchor: #n2368554
- Companies mentioned: 日研トータルソーシング株式会社、広島大学半導体リカレントアカデミー、広島大学半導体産業技術研究所

Facts:
- September 30, 2026 (Wednesday)–October 1 (Thursday)
- Hours: 10:00–17:00
- Our booth: Hall B, B4-18

## Toyota Tsusho publishes full transcript of its earnings briefing on ログミーFinance

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000116.000022022.html
- anchor: #n2368553
- Companies mentioned: ログミー株式会社、豊田通商株式会社、ログミーFinance

Facts:
- More than 1,800 companies have been featured
- Progress rate: 31%

## A spicy kick and deep richness that you'll crave, perfect with a beer in the lingering summer heat or while watching the excitement of fall sports: Introducing the new “Mala Popcorn”!

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000118.000011018.html
- anchor: #n2368552
- Companies mentioned: マリンフード株式会社

Facts:
- Net weight: 30g
- Suggested retail price: ¥460 (tax included)
- Capital: 90 million yen

## [Survey on Dual-Income Couples’ “Honest Thoughts About Money: The Solutions”] Whether couples discussed money before marriage corresponds to a difference of about ¥28,000 in monthly savings. The difference in how satisfied they are with their share of household expenses is about 2 times.

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000118.000080496.html
- anchor: #n2368551
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スマートバンク、ワンバンク、カップルPay

Facts:
- Among young couples married for less than 5 years, 75.6% had discussed finances in advance
- Among couples who discussed finances, 82.4% feel they are on equal footing
- Among couples who discussed finances, 89.6% are satisfied with the arrangement
- Couples who discussed finances in advance have about ¥5,000 more per month in freely spendable money (personal allowance)
- Cumulative downloads have grown to 2 million

## From “written KY” to “spoken KY”: How voice AI is changing hazard-prediction activities at construction sites

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000118.000106079.html
- anchor: #n2368550
- Companies mentioned: 東急建設株式会社、NTTソノリティ株式会社、エムシーディースリー株式会社、株式会社UNAIIT、株式会社ネクストフィールド

Facts:
- A demonstration project using voice AI began in March 2026
- Implementation period: March 2026–June 2026
- The survey was conducted at multiple Tokyu Construction sites and included a total of 16 people: site managers, supervisors and foremen.
- Satisfaction with “ease of use”: 100%
- 100% of the foremen who took part answered yes

## Hanamaruki discovers a way to boost umami by heating and aging rice koji! Achieves the function of shio koji without salt and identifies a path to a new production method that enables a stable supply. Findings to be presented at the 2026 annual conference of 日本調理科学会 in September.

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000125.000094394.html
- anchor: #n2368549
- Companies mentioned: ハナマルキ株式会社、日本調理科学会

Facts:
- Aging for 6 hours at 60°C
- To be held in September 2026
- September 1, 2026 (Tuesday), 11:15–11:45

## Kobe City’s なでしこ芸術文化センター wins the “67th BCS Award”

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000130.000033364.html
- anchor: #n2368548
- Companies mentioned: なでしこ芸術文化センター、株式会社シアターワークショップ、一般社団法人日本建設業連合会、鹿島リース株式会社、株式会社久米設計、鹿島建設株式会社

Facts:
- Site area
- Building footprint
- Total floor area
- Number of floors
- Completion date

## ONODERA USER RUN, a leader in the specified skilled worker sector, opens its second school in Indonesia: OUR BLOOMING ACADEMY Medan Center

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000130.000101779.html
- anchor: #n2368547
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ONODERA USER RUN、サリ・ムティアラ大学、ONODERA GROUP、株式会社LEOC

Facts:
- The organization expects to expand to a scale of 360 people per year in the future
- Cumulative number of people trained: 12,567 (total number enrolled in or graduated from the company’s overseas academies)
- A total of 10,210 people have passed specified skilled worker examinations
- A total of 8,538 people have received job offers through job placement services for specified skilled workers
- A total of 6,778 people have already started working at companies where they were placed

## [GRAPHT] New “Hatsune Miku” collection, “RESONANCE OF ORIGIN HATSUNE MIKU Art by ケイゴイノウエ,” available online from August 31

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000130.000162957.html
- anchor: #n2368546
- Companies mentioned: MSY株式会社、GRAPHT、ASOBI GRAPHT、クリプトン・フューチャー・メディア株式会社、ヤマハ株式会社

Facts:
- ¥8,800 including tax
- ¥11,000, tax included
- 4,400 yen including tax
- ¥6,600 each, tax included
- ¥13,200 each, tax included
- 880 yen including tax

## [GRAPHT] New Hatsune Miku items featuring original artwork by 麦茶さん available online from August 31; apparel and accessories featuring “Hatsune Store” and “stamp-style” art

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000131.000162957.html
- anchor: #n2368545
- Companies mentioned: MSY株式会社、GRAPHT、ASOBI GRAPHT、クリプトン・フューチャー・メディア株式会社、ピアプロキャラクターズ

Facts:
- On sale from August 31, 2026 (Monday) at the GRAPHT official e-commerce site (GRAPHT OFFICIAL STORE)
- Hatsune Miku T-shirt, Art by 麦茶 (sumi/vanilla white, M/L/XL): ¥5,500 each, tax included
- Hatsune Miku embroidered stickers, 6 designs, Art by 麦茶: ¥1,320 each, tax included
- Hatsune Miku tumbler, Art by 麦茶, 380ml: ¥3,850, tax included
- Hatsune Miku trading acrylic block, Art by 麦茶: ¥770 each / ¥6,930 per BOX, tax included
- Hatsune Miku trading acrylic keychain, 9 designs, Art by 麦茶: ¥990 each / ¥8,910 per BOX, tax included
- Hatsune Miku trading button badge, 9 designs, Art by 麦茶: ¥550 each / ¥4,950 per BOX, tax included
- Hatsune Miku clear pouch, 6 designs, Art by 麦茶: ¥1,760 each, tax included
- Hatsune Mi

## Quantify thermal design with LTspice: Hands-on seminar on thermal networks and self-heating analysis

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000133.000085276.html
- anchor: #n2368544
- Companies mentioned: 日本アイアール株式会社、アイアール技術者教育研究所、TEQ Consulting

Facts:
- 受講料：49,500円/1名（税込）

## [Event Report] PCA Festival 2026 held in Osaka and Tokyo

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000141.000068180.html
- anchor: #n2368543
- Companies mentioned: ピー・シー・エー株式会社、株式会社ホリノMIコーポレーション、株式会社サイゼリヤ、有限会社オフィスオーエー

Facts:
- More than 3,000 people attended across the Tokyo and Osaka venues
- Preparing about 70 applications per month
- 申請・承認・経理処理にかかる業務時間を約7～8割削減

## FORCIA to hold seminar at Tourism Expo Japan 2026

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000144.000002005.html
- anchor: #n2368542
- Companies mentioned: フォルシア株式会社、トヨタファイナンシャルサービス、三重交通株式会社、株式会社三越伊勢丹ニッコウトラベル、静岡県立大学、株式会社アピリッツ

Facts:
- Dates: September 24, 2026 (Thursday), 10:00–18:00
- Capacity: 100 people

## Popular teen influencer and model Yua Kobayashi named special ambassador for Korean cosmetics brand Oiad.!

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000144.000110737.html
- anchor: #n2368541
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社IVI Entertainment、Oiad.

Facts:
- Height: 153cm

## 10月 近鉄アート館 『昭和エンタメフェス』を開催魅惑の歌謡ショー「タブレット純」 昭和の流行歌「東京大衆歌謡楽団」「笑福亭鶴光と六代目松鶴を知らない若手たち」 と昭和エンタメを満喫の3日間

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000148.000155220.html
- anchor: #n2368540
- Companies mentioned: 近鉄アート館、近鉄百貨店、タブレット純、東京大衆歌謡楽団、笑福亭鶴光、笑福亭茶光、笑福亭喬介、笑福亭笑利、South Side Jazz Trio

Facts:
- 10月14日（水）「タブレット純 魅惑の歌謡ショー」
- October 23 (Fri)
- Saturday, October 24
- All seats reserved: ¥5,500 (tax included)
- All seats reserved: ¥5,800 (tax included)
- All seats reserved: ¥4,500 (tax included)

## 累計42億円を売り上げたおたべのヒット商品「黒のおたべ」おたべ発売60周年を記念し、9月6日より期間限定で復刻販売

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000152.000079693.html
- anchor: #n2368539
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社美十、おたべ、MIYUKA

Facts:
- 累计 sales of 4.2 billion yen
- [Price] 1,080 yen (tax included)

## 日本生協連 achieves a 20% reduction in the total amount of salt used in Co-op products while maintaining great taste

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000153.000040982.html
- anchor: #n2368538
- Companies mentioned: 日本生活協同組合連合会、日本生協連、CO・OPたまごスープ、CO・OP

Facts:
- 20% reduction compared with fiscal 2015
- 30% less salt
- 1食あたり1.3g
- 1食あたり0.7g
- Approximately 18,000 votes

## 2.5D idol group いれいす takes over LaLaport TOKYO-BAY and LaLa terrace TOKYO-BAY on a grand scale!

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000153.000115076.html
- anchor: #n2368537
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社VOISING、いれいす、三井ショッピングパーク、LaLa arena TOKYO-BAY

Facts:
- Event period: September 14 (Mon.) to September 23 (Wed., holiday), 2026
- Note: Messages will be accepted on the message board until 18:00 on September 22 (Tue., holiday).
- At participating stores in the facility, customers will receive 1 novelty item per qualifying purchase, on a first-come, first-served basis, for every 1,500 yen (tax included) spent, with 1 paper receipt issued on the day.
- Note: Each person may receive a maximum of 6 items.

## “Your smartphone becomes the self-checkout register at a direct sales outlet.” YACYBER plans to begin a proof-of-concept test for cashless payments at a new unmanned direct sales outlet with JA福岡市東部 from mid-October onward

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000157.000027568.html
- anchor: #n2368536
- Companies mentioned: YACYBER、JA福岡市東部、PayPay、メルペイ、Apple Pay、Google Pay、AEON Pay、d払い、au PAY

Facts:
- From mid-October 2026 onward

## Arent releases English version of “LightningBIM Automatic Rebar Placement,” bringing an add-in for automated rebar placement and interference checks in Autodesk Revit to the global market

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000157.000063436.html
- anchor: #n2368535
- Companies mentioned: Arent、Autodesk、Arent Solutions Inc.、Arent Software S.A.

Facts:
- Single license: 840,000 yen/year (excluding tax)
- Multi-license: 1,200,000 yen/year (excluding tax)

## Top 2 desired policies and support for making it easier to work in regional and suburban areas are “being able to work regardless of where you live” at 36.6% and “transportation and accommodation subsidies for travel to meetings and other engagements” at 31.4%

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000158.000069473.html
- anchor: #n2368534
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社LASSIC、テレワーク・リモートワーク総合研究所（テレリモ総研）

Facts:
- Being able to work regardless of where you live
- Transportation and accommodation subsidies for travel to meetings and other engagements
- No differences in evaluation or compensation based on where you live
- Working professionals with telework or remote-work experience

## LAPRAS launches “Strength Factor Assessment,” a new feature that uses AI to analyze strengths based on work history, for all occupations

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000160.000024729.html
- anchor: #n2368533
- Companies mentioned: LAPRAS株式会社

Facts:
- “29 strength labels”
- Top 5 strengths
- Capital: 389,138,200 yen

## A fresh idea! グラマラスバタフライ launches “Icha Type Diagnosis,” offering ways to express what you love in your own way [August 31 is I Love You Day]

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000164.000010308.html
- anchor: #n2368532
- Companies mentioned: ジェクス株式会社、グラマラスバタフライ

Facts:
- 12 questions in total
- Approximately 2 minutes
- 16 types
- 300 million yen

## SAKURA's “Long-Lasting Sakura Pan” surpasses 1,250 units sold

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000165.000183081.html
- anchor: #n2368531
- Companies mentioned: SAKURA's、株式会社HITOTEMA、食事処さくら

Facts:
- Cumulative sales reach 1,250 units
- Passed 50,000 nonstick tests
- 20 cm: 13,400 yen
- 26 cm: 15,400 yen
- Frying pan lid (fits 24, 26 and 28 cm pans): 3,200 yen

## Taxi media outlet TOKYO PRIME named a bronze partner of the 2027 International Horticultural Expo (GREEN×EXPO 2027)

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000171.000060296.html
- anchor: #n2368530
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社IRIS、GO株式会社、株式会社フリークアウト・ホールディングス、TOKYO PRIME

Facts:
- 71,000 digital signage screens installed
- 36 prefectures nationwide
- Paid visitors: more than 10 million
- Exhibition area: approximately 100 ha

## ワンダーファイ provides STEAM education content to 荏原製作所's company-run after-school program

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000172.000012970.html
- anchor: #n2368529
- Companies mentioned: ワンダーファイ株式会社、荏原製作所、株式会社パソナフォスター

Facts:
- 22 children in grades 1–6 took part
- Cumulative user base reaches 3.5 million
- Loved by children in more than 220 countries and regions worldwide

## ローンディール joins NTT DOCOMO’s “docomo academy” as a co-creation partner

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000173.000015387.html
- anchor: #n2368528
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ローンディール、株式会社NTTドコモ、docomo academy

Facts:
- Over the past 6 years, we have produced more than 1,200 graduates and alumni
- 68%* achieved behavioral change
- Supported more than 1,300 people in cross-boundary career experiences
- Supported more than 5,000 people in articulating their WILL and taking action
- Up to 500 participants (including 200 places for external participants)
- Participation fee: 600,000 yen/person
- A total of 17 instructors are scheduled to speak in the 7th term

## 9月3日は「裏サンマルクカフェの日」！チョコクロ5個と映画『ミニオンズ＆モンスターズ』コラボカップ1個の「裏サンマルクカフェの日限定セット」を1,000円で発売

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000175.000085701.html
- anchor: #n2368527
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社サンマルクカフェ、映画『ミニオンズ＆モンスターズ』

Facts:
- “Ura Saint Marc Café Day Set” goes on sale for 1,000 yen (tax included)
- A great deal at 650 yen less* than buying a box of 5 Choco Croissants and the collaboration cup separately

## 【最大50,000円OFF♪】スカイマーク公式ダイナミックパッケージ『たす旅・先トクキャンペーン♪』で最大50,000円OFFクーポンを配布！連休・冬休みなど人気の日程は早い者勝ち！事前座席指定無料♪

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000177.000151514.html
- anchor: #n2368526
- Companies mentioned: スカイパックツアーズ株式会社、スカイマーク

Facts:
- Save up to 50,000 yen
- Launched on Tuesday, August 25
- Taking place from 11:00 on Monday, August 31
- 17:00 on Wednesday, September 30, 2026
- Departure on Sunday, October 25, 2026
- Return on Mar. 27, 2027 (Sat.)

## AI meal-planning and nutrition management app “Oishii Kenko” to give an oral presentation and exhibit at the 13th JADEC Annual Academic Meeting

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000178.000043855.html
- anchor: #n2368525
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社おいしい健康、はごろもフーズ株式会社、JADEC、公益社団法人 日本糖尿病協会

Facts:
- Members of the AI meal-planning and nutrition management app “Oishii Kenko” (n=932)
- More than 90% keep canned tuna on hand
- 49.5% feel they are not getting enough protein
- Survey subjects: Oishii Kenko members (approximately 200,000 messages sent)
- Women: 84.7%
- Men: 14.7%
- Average age: 49.0 years

## Wins the “Pen World Readers’ Choice Award” for the 9th consecutive year; its in-house-made 21-karat gold and 14-karat gold nibs are recognized as “the smoothest-writing fountain pens”

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000182.000044393.html
- anchor: #n2368524
- Companies mentioned: セーラー万年筆、PEN WORLD

Facts:
- Won 8 times
- Circulation: 19,500 copies

## Notice of official supplier agreement with 株式会社Dtimes

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000185.000118173.html
- anchor: #n2368523
- Companies mentioned: 浦安D-Rocks、株式会社Dtimes

## [New series] A younger elite boss who can’t be honest can’t stop his complicated love!!! “Help! My Enemy Boss Is Coming on to Me: The Younger Elite’s Complicated Love” launches on コロナEＸ on Monday, 8/31!

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000187.000174060.html
- anchor: #n2368522
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TOブックス、コロナEX

Facts:
- ¥400 per month (tax included)

## Who should you send a LinkedIn DM to? シン・セールス総合研究所 releases validation data on approaches to CxOs at IT startups

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000190.000149623.html
- anchor: #n2368521
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Emooove、シン・セールス総合研究所、LinkedIn

Facts:
- The acquisition rate among IT startup companies was 6.6%
- The rate among other companies was 3.9%
- A total of 239 messages were sent
- IT startup companies (137 messages)
- Other companies (102 messages)
- Secured 9 appointments from 137 DMs sent
- 4 acquisitions from 102 submissions

## 株式会社PLAY to exhibit video streaming platform “STREAKS” at “IBC 2026,” one of the world’s largest broadcast equipment exhibitions, in Amsterdam

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000192.000048688.html
- anchor: #n2368520
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社PLAY、Veset, SIA、IBC 2026

Facts:
- September 11, 2026 (Friday) through September 14 (Monday)
- Booth No. 5.B41

## About 60% do not dispose of used self-injection needles in dedicated containers; campaign to promote safe disposal launches on August 30, Needlestick Prevention Day

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000196.000056238.html
- anchor: #n2368519
- Companies mentioned: サラヤ株式会社、職業感染制御研究会

Facts:
- N=348, survey by サラヤ株式会社
- 50 facilities will be selected by lottery as monitor sites
- A “Saraya Needle Disposal BOX 0.2L” (1 unit) will be given to the first 200 people
- Capacity to safely dispose of approximately 90 needles

## Research capturing differences in each person’s spots at the molecular level wins the Outstanding Presentation Award at the Annual Meeting of the Japanese Society of Aesthetic Dermatology

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000196.000092303.html
- anchor: #n2368518
- Companies mentioned: ポーラ化成工業株式会社、ALOOP CLINIC & LAB、ポーラ・オルビスグループ

Facts:
- A study of 120 women

## Findings released from the “2026 Survey on HR Staff and Managers’ Attitudes Toward Management”

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000198.000029286.html
- anchor: #n2368517
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社リクルートマネジメントソリューションズ

Facts:
- A combined 71.0% of HR staff
- A combined 78.0% of managers
- 53.2% said “my performance as a manager is inadequate”
- 44.9% said “the growing workload and rising expectations for managers are increasing the burden”
- “1. Developing team members” (41.8%)
- “1. Developing team members” (46.0%)
- “1. Developing team members and their abilities” (54.0%)
- The most common response was “50%,” at 20.6%
- “A. Training for evaluators” (33.6%)
- “B. Providing management training and e-learning” (32.8%)
- “L. Support for using AI in management” (25.6%)

## The aged timber of a storehouse marked by 100 years of time meets the “hands” of 20 Japanese and French artists. “KOGEism 2026 — Exhibition on Materials and Human Thought —” to be held Wednesday, September 16, at AXIS Gallery in Roppongi

- Published: 2026-08-31T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000189057.html
- anchor: #n2368980
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社4D、株式会社たのしいミュージアム

2026年9月16日、六本木・AXIS Galleryで日仏20人の工芸作家による国際展「KOGEism 2026」が開催。100年前の蔵の古材を空間に活用し、工芸の未来を問い直す。

## A select shop where moms smile and families smile, with something for every generation: “mamanico” to open in Kasugai, Aichi Prefecture, on September 4

- Published: 2026-08-31T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000189568.html
- anchor: #n2368979
- Companies mentioned: mamanico

Facts:
- Opening on Friday, September 4, 2026
- Hours: 9:30–16:00; irregular holidays

## Survey of 308 men and women aged 20–60 nationwide: 55.8% said they “did not know” that, in some cases, orthopedic clinics and osteopathic clinics can both be visited after a traffic accident

- Published: 2026-08-31T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000189940.html
- anchor: #n2368978
- Companies mentioned: らいとケアサービス株式会社、らいと鍼灸・整骨院

Facts:
- 55.8% said they “did not know”
- 308 men and women aged 20–60

## Self-awareness expert 吉村直広（なお）: The more you venture into unfamiliar worlds, the more you discover your true self. Experiential self-discovery salon “Life Journey” launches in Okinawa

- Published: 2026-08-31T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000190033.html
- anchor: #n2368977

Okinawa-based 株式会社スリーインサンライズ will launch “Life Journey,” an experiential salon promoting self-awareness, in September 2026. The service helps people discover their “true selves” through unfamiliar experiences and dialogue.

## World peace character “ぴーくま” named official SUNDA ambassador; joint project launches to bring safe water to approximately 600 people in Uganda

- Published: 2026-08-31T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000157123.html
- anchor: #n2368976
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ルミナス

Character IP “ぴーくま” has been named an official ambassador for SUNDA, and the two have launched a joint project to deliver safe water in Uganda. The initiative offers a new approach to peacebuilding by drawing on both parties’ strengths.

## エイチリンク株式会社、設立1周年。1期目で50社以上を支援し、BtoB中小企業・小規模事業者向けLLMO対策の支援体制を強化

- Published: 2026-08-31T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000178466.html
- anchor: #n2368975
- Companies mentioned: エイチリンク株式会社、StockSun株式会社

Facts:
- Annual sales exceeded ¥30 million
- Won consulting contracts worth at least ¥1.5 million per month
- Grew to a scale of more than ¥1 million per month

## Sukajan artist Yokochi Hiromichi launches end-to-end Sukajan OEM service, from pattern design to mass production; accepts orders starting at 1 jacket and unveils automatic quote feature

- Published: 2026-08-31T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000185297.html
- anchor: #n2368974
- Companies mentioned: 合同会社ICHI、ジーユー（GU）、PUMA、大阪・関西万博、株式会社Macmillan

Facts:
- 1着 165,000円（税込）〜（デザイン費込み）
- 1着 220,000円（税込）〜（デザイン費込み）
- 1着 38,500円（税込）〜（デザイン費別）
- 1着 49,500円（税込）〜（デザイン費別）
- 1着 18,700円（税込）〜（デザイン費別）
- 1着 27,500円（税込）〜（デザイン費別）

## Utsuwa shop Maison Toji in Musashi-Koyama, Tokyo, carries 15 of the approximately 60 Tamba-yaki pottery studios; first solo exhibition to open September 19

- Published: 2026-08-31T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000186661.html
- anchor: #n2368973
- Companies mentioned: Meguri Works株式会社

Utsuwa shop Maison Toji in Musashi-Koyama, Tokyo, carries work from 15 Tamba-yaki studios and will hold the first solo exhibition by 麻ノ窯’s 市野麻由子. The exhibition aims to raise awareness of Tamba-yaki in the Kanto region.

## 函館ラ・サール中学校 rugby team heads to its first-ever national tournament after 11 attempts, competing in the “Taiyo Life Cup 2026”

- Published: 2026-08-31T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000189844.html
- anchor: #n2368892
- Companies mentioned: 函館ラ・サール中学校、一般社団法人ファルコン、日本ラグビーフットボール協会、GMOあおぞらネット銀行

Facts:
- The “Taiyo Life Cup 2026: 17th National Junior High School Rugby Football Tournament,” to be held in Mito, Ibaraki Prefecture, from Saturday, September 19, 2026
- The team has made 11 attempts to reach the national tournament as Hokkaido representatives
- GMOあおぞらネット銀行, Ordinary Account 2329078, 一般社団法人ファルコン National Tournament Donations

## For small and medium-sized businesses without in-house IT staff, an “engineer you can consult anytime” from ¥50,000 per month. 株式会社アッフェルハンザ publishes pricing plans for its “IT advisor (outsourced in-house SE)” service and begins full-scale rollout.

- Published: 2026-08-31T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000189962.html
- anchor: #n2368891
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アッフェルハンザ

Facts:
- 50,000 yen per month
- ¥6 million–¥8 million annually
- 月1回
- 月2回

## “Yonesuke, changing his name at 78!? From ‘桂米助’ to ‘ヨネスケ’!”

- Published: 2026-08-31T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000059600.html
- anchor: #n2368890
- Companies mentioned: ヨネスケ、桂米助、米丸、新宿末廣亭、東西落語5団体、千葉豪雨チャリティー落語会、江戸東京博物館、春風亭一之輔、三遊亭遊雀、柳亭芝樂、雷門小助六、春風亭昇也、桂竹千代、三遊亭遊かり、桂歌近、桂南なん、古今亭菊之丞、立川吉幸、桂伸衛門、春風亭昇々、春風亭吉好、桂小右治、三遊亭玄馬

Facts:
- For nearly 60 years, as 桂米助
- Starting September 1, 2026
- ¥3,500 (unreserved seating)

## Launches “くりっぴー Ver.2.0,” an OBS plugin that automatically clips combat scenes; official creator partner program also gets underway

- Published: 2026-08-31T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000179110.html
- anchor: #n2368889
- Companies mentioned: Clutchy PTE. LTD.、Electronic Arts Inc.

Facts:
- Monthly plan: ¥980/month
- Annual plan: ¥9,400/year
- Monday, August 31, 2026

## [Taste of autumn] 新潟らーめん 無尽蔵 to offer “Niigata Soy Sauce Mushroom Ramen,” featuring 4 kinds of mushrooms, for a limited time starting Tuesday, September 1

- Published: 2026-08-31T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000189121.html
- anchor: #n2368888
- Companies mentioned: 新潟らーめん 無尽蔵、株式会社Exceed

Facts:
- 980 yen (tax included)
- ¥1,130 including tax
- ¥1,180 including tax
- ¥1,280 including tax
- Sept. 1, 2026

## Mental health care that begins with “themes you want to explore,” not “diagnoses.” Azabu-Juban’s “soma clinic” launches KAP (ketamine-assisted psychotherapy)

- Published: 2026-08-31T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000189379.html
- anchor: #n2368887
- Companies mentioned: soma clinic、神宮前統合医療クリニック

Facts:
- Total for the initial KAP program (the 4 items above): ¥220,000
- Sessions from the 2nd visit onward: ¥187,000
- Initial consultation and suitability assessment (approximately 1 hour, online available): ¥11,000
- Preparation (preparatory meeting): ¥22,000
- KAP Session (ketamine administration + psychotherapy session): ¥165,000
- Integration (integration consultation): ¥22,000
- Alinamin F100: ¥1,100
- Placenta injection (Laennec 1A): ¥4,400
- Glutathione IV drip 1,000 mg: ¥7,700
- Myers' cocktail: ¥11,000
- High-concentration vitamin C IV drip 25 g: ¥25,300

## Umi株式会社 established. Launches a new beauty business under the banner, “Beautifying life and realizing infinite possibilities.”

- Published: 2026-08-31T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000189914.html
- anchor: #n2368886
- Companies mentioned: Umi株式会社

Facts:
- August 8, 2026

## 合同会社Jib Anda changes its organizational structure to DARUMA STUDIO株式会社

- Published: 2026-08-31T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000163998.html
- anchor: #n2368885
- Companies mentioned: 合同会社Jib Anda、DARUMA STUDIO株式会社

Facts:
- Capital: ¥1,000,000
- Organizational change date: March 5, 2026

## [酒列磯前神社 × 大洗磯前神社] Distribution of a “Limited Two-Shrine Pilgrimage Goshuin” begins September 1, following the popularity of the “sister shrines”

- Published: 2026-08-31T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000182023.html
- anchor: #n2368884
- Companies mentioned: 酒列磯前神社、大洗磯前神社、湊鉄道株式会社

Facts:
- ¥1,000 each
- December 29, Saikō 3 (856)
- 天安元年（857）8月

## Flows, a personal information and information asset management platform, launches single sign-on integration with HENNGE One

- Published: 2026-08-31T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000185837.html
- anchor: #n2368883
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社WeDraft、HENNGE株式会社、Flows、HENNGE One

Facts:
- No. 1 domestic market share
- Securities code: 4475