# AI News 180m Report｜2026-09-01 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 4 of 12

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 933 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 175 items from 5 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## “Puyo Puyo” 35th anniversary “Dairensa!” project update announced! Collaboration with the “Shimokitazawa Curry Festival,” 35th anniversary collaboration handkerchiefs and LINE themes also confirmed

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:26:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000007620.000005397.html
- anchor: #n2394005
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セガ、スパイラル株式会社、CLASSICS the Small Luxury、JESU（日本eスポーツ連合）

Facts:
- The Shimokitazawa Curry Festival is a curry celebration held in the streets of Shimokitazawa, marking its 15th anniversary this year.
- Puyo Puyo collaboration handkerchief, designed by Natsu Yamaguchi: 2,970 yen (tax included)
- Puyo Puyo collaboration handkerchief, Ojama Puyo Komon: 2,970 yen (tax included)
- Puyo Puyo collaboration handkerchief, HIKKOMI Puyo Puyo: 2,970 yen (tax included)
- Puyo Puyo collaboration handkerchief, Puyo Tsu embroidery, ¥5,500 (tax included)

## In the AI era, why do people working in organizations respond only to problems that have already occurred? — A 11-page guide to discovering and defining problems through differences in others’ reactions is now available

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:25:53+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000227.000068315.html
- anchor: #n2394006
- Companies mentioned: リクエスト株式会社、判断デザインラボラトリー

Facts:
- Illustrated guide spanning 11 pages
- Released on August 31, 2026

## 「歩くだけ」「施設に入ってから」では遅い？滋賀県大津・瀬田の女性専用フィットネスLBCが、9月敬老の月に向け「科学的な筋肉貯金」を啓蒙する無料体験フェアを開催！

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:25:47+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000184030.html
- anchor: #n2394007
- Companies mentioned: 女性専用フィットネスLBC、レディースボディークリエーション

Facts:
- The event will begin on Tuesday, September 1, 2026
- Runs from Tuesday, September 1, 2026, through Saturday, October 31
- The oldest member is 91 years old

## Put the down comforter stored in your closet to use: “Sleep prepared” for emergencies. A sleeping bag and lightweight comforter renovation service for use during disasters and in everyday life. In-store registration begins on Disaster Preparedness Day (9/１).

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:25:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000189738.html
- anchor: #n2394008
- Companies mentioned: ふとんのたなか

Facts:
- 1 single comforter ➔ 1 sleeping bag & lightweight comforter: ¥23,980 (tax included)
- シングル1枚 ➔ 寝袋＆肌ふとん 2枚：42,900円（1枚あたり21,450円(税込)）
- Sleeping bag dimensions/75×210 cm
- Lightweight comforter dimensions/150×210 cm (single long size)
- When stored/approx. 20 cm×45 cm
- Filling weight: 0.36 kg

## Acquired all shares in 株式会社ヌルボン, operator of the yakiniku brand “ヌルボン,” from JR Kyushu

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:24:55+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000086414.html
- anchor: #n2394009
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Mirai Nihon Ventures、株式会社ヌルボン、九州旅客鉄道株式会社、株式会社肉本舗ジャパン

Facts:
- 100% of issued shares
- More than 30 years of history
- 13 locations in total

## [Sales begin September 12] “Oinori Boya,” a sweet potato confection developed jointly with high school students, is here!

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:21:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000188892.html
- anchor: #n2394010
- Companies mentioned: パウンドハウス西大寺、岡山県立西大寺高等学校

Facts:
- Retail price: ２８０ yen (tax included)
- Planned quantity: ３００ items

## JIL-rated emergency lighting fixture: Launch of the explosion-proof LZLP-B Series LED emergency lighting fixtures

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:21:32+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000114189.html
- anchor: #n2394011
- Companies mentioned: 星和電機株式会社、JIL

Facts:
- Achieves an approximately 37% reduction in weight compared with previous products
- Specific energy consumption efficiency is approximately 79% higher than that of previous products
- Standard lightning resistance of 15kV
- LZLP1050A, equivalent to a 200-class incandescent lamp, from ¥115,100
- LZLP0750A, equivalent to a 100-class incandescent lamp, from ¥107,400

## More than 140,000 subscribers! “Daytona Occult Club,” the official YouTube channel of 株式会社デイトナ・インターナショナル, operator of FREAK’S STORE, is holding its first large-scale in-person event!

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:20:16+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000941.000002246.html
- anchor: #n2394012
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社デイトナ・インターナショナル、FREAK’S STORE、月刊ムー、都市ボーイズ、ナナフシギ、CAHLUMN、Freada、Firsthand、PUBLUX、FREAK’S HOUSE、FREAK‘S MOVIE、&FREAK.、FREAK'S VILLAGE、フリークス電気、NFT FREAK

Facts:
- 140,000 subscribers
- Ticket price: ¥6,600

## [The Villas Nagasaki] Reservations open September 1 (Tuesday) for Italian-style Western osechi cuisine

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000830.000010391.html
- anchor: #n2394013
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ポジティブドリームパーソンズ、THE VILLAS NAGASAKI、ヴーヴ・クリコ、パトリック・フォン

Facts:
- <Price> ¥39,000 (tax included), serves 2–4
- 5% off the product price
- Flat-rate shipping fee: ¥3,300
- 30 winners by lottery
- Positive Dream Persons official gift ticket worth ¥5,000
- Number of employees: 1,154

## イオン brings you the appeal of Winnie the Pooh, loved for １００ years! Winnie the Pooh campaign launches Friday, September 4

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:19:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006055.000007505.html
- anchor: #n2394014
- Companies mentioned: イオン、イオンスタイル、ディズニーストア、ディズニープラス

Facts:
- Approximately 390 「イオン」 and 「イオンスタイル」 stores
- A giant plush toy approximately １００ cm long
- お買上げレシートをご提示で、『くまのプーさん』オリジナルキービジュアルをデザインした、イオン限定のオリジナルショッパー紙袋を先着でプレゼントします。（店舗によって配布予定枚数は異なります） 対象店舗：関東・北陸信越・東海・近畿・中四国の「イオン」「イオンスタイル」約３９０店舗 （一部、対象外店舗・施設がございます） レシート対象日：９月１９日（土）・９月２０日（日）（各日、無くなり次第終了） ※対象店舗での当日のお買上げレシートのみ有効となります。 ※お一人さまにつき、１日あたりのプレゼントは１個までとなります。
- A gift card worth ¥10,000 to spend on character merchandise of your choice at ディズニーストア.
- 動画配信サービス「ディズニープラス」を視聴できる５,０００円分のデジタルプリペイドカードです。「くまのプーさん」もたっぷり観られます。

## 「東京ゲームショウ2026」カプコンブース出展情報 第1弾を公開！

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:19:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005996.000013450.html
- anchor: #n2394015
- Companies mentioned: カプコン、東京マルイ

Facts:
- The event runs from Thursday, September 17, 2026, to Monday, September 21 (public holiday)
- 9月16日(水)23時～配信「カプコンスポットライト｜TGS 2026」
- The broadcast is expected to run for approximately 40 minutes
- Please note that people whose age of 18 or older cannot be verified will not be able to try the game

## 🐾 Alfresa and animo, with 12 pharmacies specializing in pets, reach a basic agreement toward commercializing a next-generation animal healthcare platform

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:18:41+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000133703.html
- anchor: #n2394016
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社12薬局、アルフレッサ株式会社、animo株式会社、シミックグループ

Facts:
- More than 400 veterinary hospitals nationwide
- Approximately 1,350 manufacturers in Japan and overseas
- Approximately 170 locations nationwide
- More than 7,000 employees worldwide
- 268 group companies

## New project “NEX.PT” launches to support companies entering Kumamoto’s semiconductor cluster

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:18:16+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000189548.html
- anchor: #n2394017
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社永井運送、TSMC

Facts:
- Launched July 1, 2026
- 1 floor, 77 tsubo
- 20,000 tsubo in Kumamoto Prefecture
- Vehicle fleet: 250 vehicles

## XRSPACE to hold “Hackvatar,” an AI avatar development hackathon, in Tokyo on September 12. This year marks the event’s 6th edition for developers

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:17:46+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000040.000127399.html
- anchor: #n2394018
- Companies mentioned: XRSPACE CO., LTD.、Startup Island Taiwan – Tokyo Hub、Shisa AI、Perxona

Facts:
- A hackathon where 40 teams completed AI avatars in 1 day
- You may also develop your project during the 2 hours on the day
- Saturday, September 12, 2026, 9:30–17:00

## Exhibiting at IMTS 2026, the international manufacturing technology show in the United States

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:17:22+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000149.000140940.html
- anchor: #n2394019
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アマダマシナリー、アマダグループ

Facts:
- 2026年9月14日（月）から19日（土）
- Exhibition booth: 237200

## <“LOVE HAS NO LIMIT” CSR project> A new kind of sports day where each person’s individuality can shine brighter: a dance project marking the culmination of elementary school life gets underway!

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:16:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000867.000005761.html
- anchor: #n2394020
- Companies mentioned: ユニバーサル・スタジオ・ジャパン、合同会社ユー・エス・ジェイ、大阪市教育委員会、コムキャスト NBCユニバーサルグループ

Facts:
- Approximately 120 elementary school teachers from Osaka City participated
- Marking the park’s 25th anniversary

## [Second-half 2026 eyebrow trend survey] Nearly 1 in 2 women aged 20 and under have now tried an eyebrow salon. The figure is also about 1 in 4 men. An in-depth look at new norms in eyebrow beauty, based on a survey of 2,000 people.

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:14:21+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000074.000084130.html
- anchor: #n2393848
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社JULIA IVY、HOLLYWOOD BROW LIFT®

Facts:
- We surveyed 2,000 men and women aged 18–59 nationwide about eyebrows
- About 1 in 4 men have also tried an eyebrow salon
- 20代以下女性では89.2％と約9割が自分の眉毛を意識
- The share of women concerned about their eyebrows rose from 52.4% in the previous survey to 70.3%
- About 1 in 2 women aged 20 and under are concerned about the “thickness of their eyebrows”
- 44.0% said they had their eyebrows shaped at an “eyebrow salon or brow salon” within the past 1 year
- Even among men, 28.1% have their eyebrows shaped at a hair salon
- 13.9% have their eyebrows shaped at an eyebrow salon.

## プロクリニック沖縄 統括院長・柚﨑一輝、OTV沖縄テレビ「オキナワマイ：ライフ」に出演

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:13:58+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000156962.html
- anchor: #n2393849
- Companies mentioned: プロクリニック沖縄、OTV沖縄テレビ、医療法人繁真会、慶應義塾大学病院

Facts:
- An awareness survey conducted by the clinic (10,452 valid responses)
- 92% said, “I would like to get it treated if there were no risks”
- 95% said they had “searched for information online or in videos”

## Miho Suzuki on “skin preparation” before a shoot | intraceuticals（イントラシューティカル）

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:11:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000159815.html
- anchor: #n2393850
- Companies mentioned: intraceuticals（イントラシューティカル）、エコムーバー株式会社

Facts:
- Active around the world for approximately 30 years
- In 2025, she served as head of the makeup department for “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story”
- intraceuticals is a skincare brand founded in Australia in 2002.

## ＜indent × 集英社＞ Manga Mee, a manga app for girls and women with more than 16 million cumulative downloads, opens a permanent submission desk for original works through Nola!

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:10:10+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000164.000064443.html
- anchor: #n2393851
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社indent、集英社、マンガMee編集部、Nola

Facts:
- More than 700,000 writers
- More than 3 million works
- Cumulative sales of print and digital comics exceed 1.5 million copies

## Free back-office AI “kaname AI” begins advance access for a limited 20 companies. Just send “Please” in the chat to complete billing, payments and contract tasks.

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000175639.html
- anchor: #n2393873
- Companies mentioned: Finsense株式会社、kaname AI

Facts:
- Limited advance access for 20 companies
- Up to 50 cases per month in total

## 和盛資本 signs primary distributor agreement with global robotics manufacturer PUDU

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000189891.html
- anchor: #n2393872
- Companies mentioned: 和盛資本株式会社、Pudu Robotics Japan株式会社、Pudu Robotics

Facts:
- More than 130,000 robots shipped worldwide
- Products available in more than 85 countries and regions

## Launch of “talentalリクルーティング,” a recruitment agency specializing in the BizDev field

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000149190.html
- anchor: #n2393871
- Companies mentioned: talental株式会社

Facts:
- Launching on September 1, 2026
- License number: 12-ユ-301385
- Capital: ¥3 million

## New “3rd release: Noble Teak” pattern added to イビボード Ash, the final product in the series.

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000115880.html
- anchor: #n2393870
- Companies mentioned: イビケン株式会社、イビボードH、イビボード

Facts:
- New patterns will be announced consecutively in 2026.

## 【AI Incident Report】1 in 8 office workers (12.8%) have experienced an AI-related incident or near miss — the most common example was “accidentally entering confidential information,” at 37.3%

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000169560.html
- anchor: #n2393869
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スリスタ、Microsoft

Facts:
- “Entered confidential or personal information into AI” topped the list at 37.3%
- “Delivered or published AI-generated misinformation as is (hallucination)” accounted for 33.3%
- Latest survey of 400 office workers nationwide

## 【Disaster Prevention Day】“Public toilets for use during disasters” provided to areas affected by the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake; facilities opened widely to people facing toilet access problems due to water outages or sleeping in cars, as well as evacuees

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000027.000136084.html
- anchor: #n2393868
- Companies mentioned: インプルーブエナジー株式会社、株式会社TOILET SEARCH

Facts:
- More than 150 units loaned free of charge to areas affected by the Noto Peninsula earthquake
- The waste tank holds 450 liters, 1.5 times the capacity of conventional models (approximately 300 liters).

## Notice regarding application of a riblet-shaped coating to a JAL (Boeing 767) aircraft

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000035.000131440.html
- anchor: #n2393867
- Companies mentioned: オーウエル株式会社、日本航空株式会社、JAXA

Facts:
- Operations began in August 2026.
- Number of employees: 618 (as of March 31, 2026)
- Capital: 857 million yen

## Do high school students know the emergency evacuation site in their area? 【High school student survey】

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000051.000118654.html
- anchor: #n2393866
- Companies mentioned: YOUTH TIME JAPAN project、株式会社シップ

Facts:
- 78.0% of boys
- 81.2% of girls
- The most common response among boys was “We have never discussed it,” at 32.1%
- The most common response among girls was “We have discussed it, but haven’t decided on anything specific,” at 40.4%
- Approximately 650 schools nationwide
- Approximately 2,100 schools nationwide
- Approximately 1,000 high school students nationwide
- 3,275 people in total

## 正岡タオル: “Bring hotel quality to everyday life. The luxurious moments delivered by TRUE TOWEL” — September pop-up event at 今治タオル 南青山店

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000097.000024436.html
- anchor: #n2393865
- Companies mentioned: 正岡タオル、今治タオル工業組合、今治タオル 南青山店、TRUE TOWEL

Facts:
- 正岡タオル, founded 105 years ago
- Spend 11,000 yen or more, including tax, on 正岡タオル products
- Capital: 24 million yen
- Number of employees: 65
- Imabari towels are made by 68 manufacturers
- Contributions: 96.443 million yen

## “Glass Flash Sports Glasses Cleaner” launches

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000116.000022812.html
- anchor: #n2393864
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ソフト９９コーポレーション

Facts:
- Volume: 230 ml
- Scheduled release date: September 1, 2026
- ■Capital: 2.31005 billion yen

## 【ウェルネスダイニング】In response to customer requests, “Salt-Restricted Osechi” and “Nutritionally Balanced Osechi” to launch in 2027!

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000135.000054072.html
- anchor: #n2393863
- Companies mentioned: ウェルネスダイニング株式会社

Facts:
- Regular price: 11,980 yen (before tax)
- Early-bird price: 10,780 yen (before tax)
- Regular price: 12,980 yen (before tax)
- Early-bird price: 11,680 yen (before tax)

## 【BIC SIM】Campaign offering smartphone discounts of up to 11,000 yen launches September 1 at ビックカメラグループ stores only

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000141.000089853.html
- anchor: #n2393862
- Companies mentioned: ビックカメラグループ、BIC SIM、IIJ、IIJmio

Facts:
- Discount of up to 11,000 yen
- 5,500-yen discount
- Receive 5,000 Bic Points
- Giga Plan (5GB–55GB)
- Type D (voice eSIM): 433.4 yen, tax included

## 【BIC SIM】Campaign offers the 2GB data eSIM plan for 0 yen per month for up to 3 months. A 1,650-yen discount on the initial fee is also available!

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000142.000089853.html
- anchor: #n2393861
- Companies mentioned: BIC SIM、ビックカメラグループ、IIJ、IIJmio、株式会社インターネットイニシアティブ

Facts:
- 1,650-yen discount
- Up to 3 months
- 2-gig plan
- 25GB plan
- 5 GB extra
- For up to 12 months

## Popular エムリリー mattresses, including the “優反発” model, to be exhibited at the Tokyo International Gift Show Autumn 2026

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000153.000090955.html
- anchor: #n2393860
- Companies mentioned: MLILY、エムリリー、マンチェスター・ユナイテッド、株式会社新陽トレーディング

Facts:
- Cumulative worldwide sales exceed 50 million units
- A mattress brand loved in 110 countries
- Topper types with thicknesses of 3 cm and 5 cm
- 三-fold type, 8 cm thick
- Mattress type, 11 cm thick
- 三-fold type, 9 cm thick
- Wide size, approximately 70 cm across

## “ゼロフライパン” to exhibit at 東京インターナショナル・ギフト・ショー Autumn 2026

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000154.000090955.html
- anchor: #n2393859
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社新陽トレーディング、ゼロフライパン、Makuake、ZERO CARBON POT、東京インターナショナル・ギフト・ショー

Facts:
- The first “ゼロフライパン” raised a total of 50,408,400 yen in backing purchases
- The second release reached 59,173,600 yen
- The wok raised 35,639,300 yen
- The tamagoyaki pan raised 22,879,500 yen
- Cumulative backing purchases have exceeded 170 million yen
- The Zero series recorded cumulative backing purchases of 200 million yen on Makuake

## To mark the 1st anniversary of the official とんかつ新宿さぼてん app, a special campaign will run from September 1 (Tuesday)

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000203.000064061.html
- anchor: #n2393858
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社グリーンハウスフーズ、とんかつ新宿さぼてん、さぼてんグループ

Facts:
- 3つのお得なキャンペーン
- 200-yen-off coupon
- Held a total of 5 times
- Operates approximately 480 locations in Japan and overseas

## A day to celebrate challenges and achievements in building organizations. TUNAG to hold the “Engagement Award 2026” on Dec. 3

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000384.000023589.html
- anchor: #n2393857
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スタメン、TUNAG

Facts:
- 1,400 companies have adopted the service
- 1.7 million users
- Number of employees: 226

## Notice of signing a silver partner agreement with 新熱工業株式会社

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000531.000044782.html
- anchor: #n2393856
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フットボールクラブ水戸ホーリーホック、新熱工業株式会社

Facts:
- Contract period: Sept. 1, 2026–June 31, 2027

## メルペイ、ギフティの法人・自治体向けデジタルギフトサービス「giftee for Business」のギフトコンテンツとしてメルカリポイントを提供

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000570.000026386.html
- anchor: #n2393855
- Companies mentioned: メルペイ、ギフティ、メルカリ

Facts:
- Cumulative adoption projects exceed 81,000

## [Through 9/30] Pitch your work in 5 minutes. Applications open for “NIJIN TEACHER AWARD 2026,” an education award

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000881.000099150.html
- anchor: #n2393854
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NIJIN、文部科学省

Facts:
- The number of elementary and junior high school students not attending school reached 353,970 in fiscal 2024
- More than 420,000 including high school students
- The number of public school teachers who took medical leave due to mental illness reached 7,087
- Overall Grand Prix (1 winner): 50,000-yen prize
- Top prize in each category (3 winners total): 10,000-yen prize each

## [Z会] More than half of parents (53.8%) are motivated to study English themselves. Apps are popular among those already studying, while AI English conversation is popular among those considering it

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001622.000049291.html
- anchor: #n2393853
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社増進会ホールディングス、株式会社Ｚ会、Adaptie

Facts:
- More than half of parents (53.8%) are positive about studying English themselves
- “Apps” and “commercial vocabulary books and workbooks” are popular among parents currently studying English
- “AI English conversation” is popular among parents planning to study English this year
- Study using “apps” (40.4%) and “commercial vocabulary books and workbooks” (27.9%)
- “Good value for money (90.1%)” ranked highest
- followed by “time efficiency (87.3%)”
- “ease of continuing (86.3%)”
- “Speaking” at 26.0%, compared with 10.7% for “reading” (15.3 percentage points higher)

## Adjust it freely for easy viewing inside your car! MagSafe-compatible car phone holder with a vacuum suction cup goes on sale

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006092.000011495.html
- anchor: #n2393852
- Companies mentioned: サンワサプライ株式会社、サンワダイレクト

Facts:
- Retail price: 2,982 yen (excluding tax)
- Load capacity: 300g

## [New instructor] Manga school “カキコミ” begins offering lectures by manga writer Yūto Yotsuba, known for works such as 『パリピ孔明』!

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:09:25+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000163481.html
- anchor: #n2393874
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社MOT、カキコミ

Facts:
- More than 100 pieces are available
- Receive a ¥10,000 OFF coupon

## NECネクサソリューションズ to exhibit at “International Logistics Exhibition 2026”

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:08:15+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000154.000104608.html
- anchor: #n2393875
- Companies mentioned: NECネクサソリューションズ、NEC、国土交通省港湾局、公益社団法人 日本ロジスティクスシステム協会

Facts:
- Event dates: Sept. 8, 2026 (Tue)–Sept. 11, 2026 (Fri)

## Applications are now open for Japan Naming Awards 2026!

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:07:49+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000085441.html
- anchor: #n2393876
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人 日本ネーミング協会、株式会社 感性リサーチ、株式会社タイタン、特許庁、日本アドバタイザーズ協会、日本広告業協会、日本経済新聞社、中国経済産業局、中国新聞社、中国放送、テレビ新広島、広島エフエム放送、広島県、広島広告協会、広島市、広島商工会議所、広島テレビ放送、広島ホームテレビ、カゴメディア、kiCk、新東通信、千修、電通、東急エージェンシー、TOPPAN、明治アドエージェンシー、読売広告社、共同ピーアール、ワン・パブリッシング

Facts:
- ・募集期間：2026年9月1日（火）〜10月10日（土）
- ・Announcement: Dec. 2, 2026 (Wed)
- ・Application fee: 5,500 yen (tax included)

## 株式会社財務再生支援センター establishes “Financial Revitalization Support Center,” a factoring service specializing in financial consulting

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:07:47+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000189393.html
- anchor: #n2393877
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社財務再生支援センター、ネクステージグループホールディングス株式会社

Facts:
- Minimum 2%
- Maximum 8%
- Up to 400 million yen
- 270.52 million yen
- 134.56 million yen
- 303 people

## Tourism Agency-selected project “Nanki-Shirahama Area-Wide Excursion Program” launches! Offering inbound visitor excursions made possible by “WANDERIDE”

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:07:46+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000146.000031007.html
- anchor: #n2393878
- Companies mentioned: glafit株式会社、南紀白浜観光協会、南紀白浜コミュニティ放送株式会社、白浜町、アドベンチャーワールド、白良荘グランドホテル、FIVE SPRING RESORT THE SHIRAHAMA、PRESENT HOUSE、Kagerou Café

Facts:
- Number of units installed: 6
- 利用料金：1時間 2,000円〜の従量課金制

## Addressing IT talent shortages and the burden of overnight and holiday operations: DG Future Tech India (デジタルガレージグループ) launches “Global IT Operations Monitoring Support Package,” starting at 98,000 yen per month

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:07:44+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000189048.html
- anchor: #n2394021
- Companies mentioned: DG FutureTech India Pvt. Ltd.、デジタルガレージグループ、DGフィナンシャルテクノロジー

Facts:
- 98,000 yen per month
- 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
- 10% OFF the monthly fee for the first year

## AppBank launches “AI BANK,” a media platform where AI evaluates companies. Makes “companies chosen by AI” visible through rankings and AI assessments

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:07:32+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000171.000056785.html
- anchor: #n2393879
- Companies mentioned: AppBank株式会社

Facts:
- Launched in August 2026

## A store where you can try cutting with the “Perfect Knife” before choosing. Japanese kitchenware brand Tashinam(タシナム) to open its first permanent store in Jiyugaoka in October

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:05:28+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000090163.html
- anchor: #n2393880
- Companies mentioned: Tashinam、タシナム、株式会社Tashinam

Facts:
- The brand will open its first permanent store in Jiyugaoka, Tokyo, on Oct. 8, 2026 (Thu)
- The store will open in a location less than a 1-minute walk from Jiyugaoka Station on the Tokyu Toyoko and Oimachi lines

## LobbyAI officially launches “Municipal Documents,” enabling cross-searches of publicly available materials from approximately 1,700 municipalities nationwide, totaling approximately 1.23 million documents

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:04:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000158873.html
- anchor: #n2393881
- Companies mentioned: LobbyAI株式会社

Facts:
- Approximately 1,700 municipalities nationwide
- Approximately 1.23 million documents
- 353 cases confirmed as “project signals”
- 187 sets of council meeting minutes
- 166 municipal documents

## Working to solve the worsening problem of school nonattendance. After-school day service ウィズ・ユー conducts a large-scale survey of affiliated centers nationwide; survey of 243 responding centers finds that “approximately 47% accept students who do not attend school”

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:03:37+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000147816.html
- anchor: #n2393882
- Companies mentioned: 有信アクロス株式会社、ウィズ・ユー

Facts:
- 243 centers responded
- At 25% of all centers (61 centers), “2 or more students who do not attend school” are continuously enrolled and attending
- At 114 centers (47%), “at least 1 student who does not attend school is enrolled”
- A total of 61 centers (25%) accept 2 or more students

## Measures biological signals up to 256 times per second. AI wellness earbuds “For me buds”

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:02:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000160755.html
- anchor: #n2393883
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ナカトミ、For me buds

Facts:
- Cortisol levels, a stress indicator, fell by approximately 32%

## 書籍『図解で学ぶドラッカー入門 完全版 時代を超える「経営の原理原則」』9月1日（火）発売

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:01:27+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000547.000082530.html
- anchor: #n2393884
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社日本能率協会マネジメントセンター、藤屋ニッチ戦略研究所株式会社

Facts:
- Price: 2,200 yen (tax included)
- Length: 240 pages
- Supports more than 350 companies in growing revenue and profit through high-value-added offerings
- 著書・監修書は、『図解で学ぶドラッカー入門』『図解で学ぶドラッカー戦略』『まんがと図解でわかる ドラッカー』『ドラッカーに学ぶ 中小モノづくり企業のためのニッチトップ戦略』など54冊
- Combined circulation exceeds 2.62 million copies (including overseas and e-book editions)

## Pacific saury and autumn eggplant: Autumn flavors arrive at Western-style izakaya 洋風居酒屋Pecori｜9 limited-time dishes available from Sept. 7

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000371.000012709.html
- anchor: #n2393885
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファイブグループ、洋風居酒屋Pecori

Facts:
- All 9 dishes on the autumn fair menu
- Pacific saury ajillo: 620 yen (682 yen including tax)
- Chilled autumn eggplant aglio e olio: 320 yen (352 yen including tax)
- Salmon rare katsu, meunière style 620 yen (682 yen including tax)
- Fig butter 420 yen (462 yen including tax)
- Salsiccia and spinach pasta 650 yen (715 yen including tax)
- Standard course 3,500 yen (tax included)
- Special course 4,300 yen (tax included)
- Premium course 5,000 yen (tax included)
- ■ Number of employees: 2,346 (456 full-time employees, 1,890 part-time employees) *Group consolidated figures

## 刀研機構 launches cultural property disaster prevention business in collaboration with 文化財防災センター

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:40+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000189730.html
- anchor: #n2393886
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人 刀剣文化研究保全機構、国立文化財機構、文化財防災センター、文化庁、日本美術刀剣保存協会、国立博物館、株式会社ニトロプラス

Facts:
- Donated 10 million yen on August 7
- We will continue making donations, aiming for 5 million yen annually
- 880 yen per month
- Annual fee: 8,800 yen
- 10% will go toward a donation to 刀研機構
- Membership exceeded 100,000 as of the end of May 2026

## Survey of 200 people: What appeals and concerns do people see in homes with many windows or open-plan atriums? (Survey by designer home brand “Luxsis”)

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:37+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000186984.html
- anchor: #n2393887
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エスケーホームプロパティ、Luxsis、Freeasy

Facts:
- A survey was conducted among 200 men and women aged 25 to 59
- “Somewhat important” accounted for 43.5% (87 people)
- “Very important” accounted for 28.0% (56 people)
- “Very important” and “somewhat important” combined accounted for 71.5% (143 people)
- “Neither” accounted for 21.5% (43 people)
- “Somewhat unimportant” accounted for 5.0% (10 people), while “Not at all important” accounted for 2.0% (4 people), for a combined total of just 7.0% (14 people)
- “Lets in natural light while keeping out the gaze of people outside” accounted for 42.0% (84 people)
- “Has an interior centered on white and other light colors” accounted for 24.0% (48 people)
- “Has a layout that feels less cramped even with furniture” accounted for 23.0% (46 people)
- “Large windows let in plenty of natural light” accounted for 21.5% (

## “楽天トラベル” will hold “楽天トラベル スーパーSALE” starting Friday, September 4

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000540.000021228.html
- anchor: #n2393888
- Companies mentioned: 楽天グループ株式会社、楽天トラベル、スマイルホテルチェーン、ドーミーイン・御宿野乃 ホテルズグループ、楽天モバイル、東京ディズニーリゾート、ユニバーサル・スタジオ・ジャパン、ハウステンボス、ジャングリア沖縄

Facts:
- The sale will run for a record 28 days
- More than 20,000 great-value accommodation plans
- Up to 35% off every day
- Up to 30% off every day
- Up to 50% off
- Up to 30% off
- 33 eligible hotel chains in total
- Up to 33% off
- Up to 25% off

## Will those companions from the Demon Country Federation (Tempest) be transported to the world of 『放置少女』?! Collaboration event 『転生したら放置少女だった件』 kicks off on September 8!

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:24+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000169.000047782.html
- anchor: #n2393889
- Companies mentioned: C4 Connect株式会社、マイクロマガジン社、講談社、小説家になろう

Facts:
- The series, including related books, surpassed 40 million copies in cumulative circulation as of February 2023
- Domestic attendance surpassed 1 million
- The blockbuster recorded box office revenue of 1.4 billion yen

## Retail HUB, an integrated solution for retailers, set to be introduced at アークスグループ

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000476.000018729.html
- anchor: #n2393890
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エブリー、株式会社アークス、株式会社ラルズ、アークスグループ

Facts:
- 10 supermarket companies
- 1 other operating company
- 2026年9月1日（火）より「アークスオンラインショップ」として開始いたします
- Free for purchases of 5,000 yen or more before tax
- Delivery fee: 330 yen, tax included
- 35 municipalities in Hokkaido

## Savor the appeal of food and send wishes aloft into the night sky. Ticket sales begin for the Kochi venue of a sky lantern project in collaboration with “日本の素材甲子園”.

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:13+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000523.000032099.html
- anchor: #n2393891
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TryHard Japan、未来まち計画機構、TryHard Holdings Limited、NASDAQ

Facts:
- [Advance tickets] 1 lantern: 4,000 yen (tax included)
- [At the door] 1 lantern: 5,500 yen (tax included)

## “楽天カード Visa brand-exclusive campaign: Get up to 1,000 yen cash back when you use Visa contactless payments with Apple Pay!” launches

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000202.000035783.html
- anchor: #n2393892
- Companies mentioned: 楽天カード株式会社、ビザ・ワールドワイド・ジャパン株式会社、Apple Pay、Visa

Facts:
- Up to 1,000 yen cash back
- The number of cards issued exceeded 34.31 million as of the end of June 2026.
- 1st prize: 1,000 yen; winning probability 1%
- 2nd prize: 100 yen; winning probability 25%
- 3rd prize: 50 yen; winning probability 74%

## 【Yahoo!トラベル】Major campaign for fall and winter travel: “ヤフーパック ウルトラセール,” featuring great deals on popular accommodations and flight packages, starts September 1

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001793.000129774.html
- anchor: #n2393893
- Companies mentioned: LINEヤフー株式会社、Yahoo!トラベル、JAL、ANA、PayPay

Facts:
- From Tuesday, September 1 to Sunday, September 20, 2026
- Up to 30,000 yen off
- Save up to 10%

## Korean inner beauty brand “Canteen9” launches in Japan’s offline market!

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000185930.html
- anchor: #n2394388
- Companies mentioned: カイホープロダクツ株式会社、Canteen9、Qoo10、楽天、Amazon

Facts:
- More than 20,000 reviews to date
- Highly rated by consumers, with a 4.9 review score
- 3,950 yen (4,266 yen including tax)
- 1,200 yen (1,296 yen including tax)
- 3,350 yen (3,618 yen including tax)
- 3,250 yen (3,510 yen including tax)

## LOFT returns to Hong Kong [Hong Kong return] LOFT opens at Mong Kok’s MOKO on Aug. 22 for a 1-year limited run, bringing together more than 3,500 carefully selected goods at “the same prices as in Japan,” curated by YAICHI

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000186420.html
- anchor: #n2394387
- Companies mentioned: LOFT、YAICHI株式会社、3COINS、EGL Tours Company Limited、新鴻基不動産、ロフト

Facts:
- Annual fee: campaign price HK$239
- Regular price: HK$299
- Limited to the first 10,000 people
- Special price: HK$179
- Get a reissued LOFT shopping bag for HK$1
- Spend HK$500 or more

## Cutting-edge research findings and technical information from the field of biotechnology come together at the 78th Annual Meeting of 日本生物工学会, to be held in Sapporo from September 15–17

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000188478.html
- anchor: #n2394386
- Companies mentioned: 日本生物工学会、大阪大学、北見工業大学、北海道大学、神戸天然物化学株式会社、ツイストバイオサイエンス株式会社、モレキュラーデバイスジャパン株式会社、ロシュ・ダイアグノスティックス株式会社、株式会社バッカス・バイオイノベーション、株式会社島津製作所、ベックマン・コールター株式会社、プラチナバイオ株式会社、一般社団法人バイオDX推進機構

Facts:
- 32 presentations on cutting-edge biotechnology research
- 619 general presentations
- 28 symposium fields
- 28 symposium fields, with 139 presentations
- 10 award lectures

## Establishing the General Incorporated Association 災害支援者機構ARCH to bring the “invisible supporters” of disaster relief into the public eye

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000189355.html
- anchor: #n2394385
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人災害支援者機構ARCH、株式会社ALiNKインターネット、株式会社サイボウ、株式会社IKUSA、株式会社KOKUA、一般社団法人防災ガール、LINEヤフー株式会社、全国消防機器販売業協会、消火器リサイクル評価委員会、一般社団法人 防災キャンパー協会、株式会社エンバウンド、一般社団法人BOSAI Edulab、国立研究開発法人防災科学技術研究所

Facts:
- Established on April 22, 2026
- Representative Director Izumi and others conducting support activities at a disaster site in Makinohara, Shizuoka Prefecture, in November 2025
- Since around April 2025, we have carried out disaster relief activities and fieldwork in affected areas and conducted repeated interviews with disaster support organizations
- I was 31 when I took over my father’s company, サイボウ
- For 22 years, I have devoted myself wholeheartedly to running a disaster-prevention company.
- More than 1,600 events and training sessions held annually across 6 locations nationwide
- More than 650 hands-on disaster-prevention and SDGs events held to date

## How has a new office building changed employees and recruitment? Seminar for business owners and division heads, “Office Construction and What Comes Next,” to be held 9/29

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000180860.html
- anchor: #n2394384
- Companies mentioned: 八光建設株式会社、シネジック株式会社、株式会社UENOA Architects、株式会社トレブル

Facts:
- Date and time: September 29, 2026 (Tue.), 14:00–16:00 (doors open at 13:30)
- Attend in person (capacity: 30 people; advance registration required)
- Registration deadline: September 25, 2026 (Fri.)

## 日本貿易DX協会 urges Deputy Justice Minister Mitani to submit and pass a bill to amend the Commercial Code for the digitalization of bills of lading at an early date

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000187906.html
- anchor: #n2394383
- Companies mentioned: 日本貿易DX協会、Shippio

Facts:
- August 31, 2026
- 100% eBL adoption by 2030
- In September 2024, the Legislative Council submitted its report, “Outline for Amendments to the Commercial Code (Regarding Bills of Lading, etc.) and Related Laws”
- Established in June 2026

## Japan Animal Welfare Society announces its first major event, “Together Forever! Smile Festa: A Future Connected Through Encounters and Learning”

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000034195.html
- anchor: #n2394382
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人 日本動物愛護協会、ペットライン株式会社、NHK

Facts:
- A 2-day event on November 22 (Sun.) and 23 (Mon., holiday), 2026
- Attendance target: 4,000 people (total over 2 days)

## From a place of learning to disaster-stricken areas: 株式会社アハハナ donates 59,675 yen collected from course participants to Kumamoto Prefecture

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000152947.html
- anchor: #n2394381
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アハハナ

Facts:
- 59,675 yen

## Following last year’s positive response, it’s back this year! There are people you want to protect—that’s why regular car inspections matter. “Challenge! Inspection Quiz Campaign”

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000163917.html
- anchor: #n2394380
- Companies mentioned: 近畿地区自動車整備連絡協議会、SOW EXPERIENCE、JTB、国土交通省、一般社団法人 大阪府自動車整備振興会、一般社団法人 京都府自動車整備振興会、一般社団法人 兵庫県自動車整備振興会、一般社団法人 奈良県自動車整備振興会、一般社団法人 滋賀県自動車整備振興会、一般社団法人 和歌山県自動車整備振興会

Facts:
- SOW EXPERIENCE Two-Person Travel Gift worth ¥110,000, for 1 group of 2 people
- JTB Travel Gift worth ¥10,000, for 10 winners
- Gasoline gift certificates worth ¥5,000, for 20 winners

## “Tammy Mat,” used in more than 200 childcare and educational settings nationwide, wins the 20th Kids Design Award

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000179230.html
- anchor: #n2394379
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社浅井商店、ワールド・ファミリー株式会社

Facts:
- More than 200 childcare centers, elementary schools, and developmental support facilities nationwide
- September 19 (Sat.) and 20 (Sun.)

## “大阪日帰り外科胆のう・胆石クリニック” to open in Umeda, Osaka, on September 1 | Offers day surgery for laparoscopic gallbladder removal

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000127961.html
- anchor: #n2394378
- Companies mentioned: 医療法人Osaka Day Surgery Institute、大阪日帰り外科胆のう・胆石クリニック、大阪日帰り外科そけいヘルニアクリニック

Facts:
- The cumulative number of surgeries reached 2,864 through July 2026
- 831 surgeries were performed in 2025

## AI Librarium and アクシスコンサルティング launch business partnership to develop FDE talent for advancing AI projects

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000184249.html
- anchor: #n2394377
- Companies mentioned: AI Librarium、アクシスコンサルティング

Facts:
- Established in September 2025
- Capital: ¥15 million

## Muromachi Chemical to invest approximately 350 million yen to open a “Chemical Products Development Center”; operations scheduled to begin in July 2027, strengthening its integrated capabilities from research and development through evaluation

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000176942.html
- anchor: #n2394376
- Companies mentioned: 室町ケミカル株式会社

Facts:
- Total floor area: 593.50㎡
- 1st floor: 303.50㎡
- 2nd floor: 290.00㎡
- Investment: 350 million yen

## Former MLB player and WBC日本代表 Akinori Iwamura named brand partner for Nakayama Shiki Sangyo! New initiative launched to support self-care for “everyone who uses their body,” alongside experts in various fields

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000180854.html
- anchor: #n2394375
- Companies mentioned: 中山式産業株式会社、MLB、WBC日本代表、タンパベイ・デビルレイズ、パイレーツ、アスレチックス、楽天、ヤクルト、福島ホープス、福島レッドホープス

Facts:
- Since its founding in 1940
- For more than 80 years
- Selected in the 2nd round of the draft
- In 2001
- In 2006 and 2009
- In 2007
- After returning to Japan in 2011
- From 2015
- Retired from active play in 2017
- Starting in 2025
- Starting in 2026
- Capital: 98 million yen

## Industrial AI made incredibly simple arrives in Japan. — Asahi Electronics begins offering industrial no-code AI as Japan’s first SORBA.ai partner

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000185536.html
- anchor: #n2394374
- Companies mentioned: 旭エレクトロニクス株式会社、SORBA.ai、旭興産(株)グループ、Intel、Wind River、OPTO22、IBM Maximo

Facts:
- More than 1,000 implementations worldwide
- More than 10,000 AI/ML models in production
- An ecosystem integrating with more than 100 industrial systems
- Improves energy efficiency by 5–10%

## ハイクカム LT+ successfully sends image data to the cloud via Starlink satellite communications

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000036107.html
- anchor: #n2394373
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ハイク、KDDI株式会社、SpaceX

Facts:
- The full sequence of operations was confirmed

## 株式会社ポスティングホールディングス opens an “Adachi Branch” in Adachi City, Tokyo, as part of its business expansion

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000154728.html
- anchor: #n2394372
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ポスティングホールディングス

Facts:
- Opened an “Adachi Branch” in Adachi City, Tokyo, on August 17, 2026 (Mon.)

## A variety of brands gather at 星ヶ丘三越 for “Scone & TEA Party 2026”! 愛知牧場 makes its first appearance at 星ヶ丘三越 this year, with local collaborative projects also planned

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000185183.html
- anchor: #n2394371
- Companies mentioned: 星ヶ丘三越、愛知牧場、ハニーカフェミーツ、上野菓子研究所、Farrer's、ロンネフェルト・ティ・サロン・名古屋、スリーティアーズ、KAIDO books&coffee、トムズスコーンジャパネスク、kikii、ティーピック、And Tei、ジョージスチュアートティー、ランゲージファーム、グッドタイミングティー、トラントロア

Facts:
- 7 days
- Approximately 8万5千 pieces
- 1個800円
- 1個401円
- 651 yen for a single scoop
- 851 yen for a double scoop
- 1個756円
- 1杯660円
- 1個584円
- 1個567円
- 1個864円
- 411 yen
- 594 yen
- 1

## Diagnose “AI search optimization” by simply entering a URL. “口コミ365” launches new feature

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000163728.html
- anchor: #n2394370

イエロ株式会社’s “口コミ365” has launched a new feature that diagnoses AI search optimization, offers improvement suggestions, and generates FAQs with just a URL. Automation of AIO optimization helps small and medium-sized businesses attract customers digitally.

## What medium first introduced you to the term “beauty acupuncture”?

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000184635.html
- anchor: #n2394369
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社和美茶美、ハリナビ

Facts:
- “Social media (42%)”
- “Search engines such as Google (49%)”
- “Specialist portal sites (29%)”
- “Practitioners’ skills and whether they hold a national qualification” at 45%
- “Reviews and ratings from people who have actually received treatment (33%)”
- “Clarity of pricing (15%)”

## LINE stickers for director Keisuke Matsumoto’s YouTube short anime “Implu-kun’s Nonexistent Job” are now available

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000136085.html
- anchor: #n2394368
- Companies mentioned: インプルーブ株式会社、LINE

Facts:
- 40 designs
- Price: 190 yen (tax included)
- Release date and time: September 1, 2026 (Tue.)

## WASHMANIA Series 2: Grease Cleaner launches

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000035413.html
- anchor: #n2394367
- Companies mentioned: 四国化成ホールディングス、四国化成工業

四国化成工業 has launched “WASHMANIA Grease Cleaner,” a household cleaner for greasy stains. Soaking breaks down stubborn grease and reduces the work involved in cleaning. The launch comes amid an active push into the B2C market.

## Identity management platform YESOD rebrands as the “people and organization data OS” at the heart of corporate activity. Cumulative funding tops 1 billion yen following additional fundraising; new features also announced

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000059884.html
- anchor: #n2394366
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イエソド、YESOD

Facts:
- Plans to hire more than 10 new employees

## Bunshodo to explore reuse of Manazuru Town’s former Tsuchiya Residence after being selected as preferred negotiating business operator

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000084408.html
- anchor: #n2394365

Bunshodo has secured preferred negotiating rights to reuse the former Tsuchiya Residence, a historic building in Manazuru Town. With registration as a cultural property pending, the company is considering a project that balances preservation with continued use.

## Special menus let diners enjoy the flavors of autumn, including Omi beef and Saga beef, at great prices; all-you-can-eat dining and perks available for 5 days only during Silver Week

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000125063.html
- anchor: #n2394364
- Companies mentioned: しゃぶ禅株式会社、しゃぶ禅、華山

Facts:
- Special price: 10,000 yen
- Wagyu Festival price: 7,500 yen
- Appreciation price: 12,000 yen
- Fair price: 6,480 yen
- Special price: 8,000 yen
- Add 1,000 yen

## September 1 is Disaster Preparedness Day: With the decision to establish a disaster management agency and earthquakes and torrential rain disasters occurring frequently across the country, household disaster preparedness is once again under scrutiny

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000139672.html
- anchor: #n2394363

マスターロック・セントリー日本 has released its “2026 Disaster Preparedness Survey,” advocating phase-free disaster preparedness and “preparedness that stays in place” using safes. 67.8% of people who have experienced a disaster said they worried about items they had left at home when evacuating, highlighting the need for a new awareness of disaster preparedness.

## Health tea “養生茶irodori-琥珀” for people experiencing hormonal fluctuations, from a long-established Kyoto manufacturer, launches September 12

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000009582.html
- anchor: #n2394362
- Companies mentioned: 亀田利三郎薬舗、株式会社亀田利三郎薬舗

Facts:
- 各1包 390円
- Net weight: 2.89 g (1 packet)

## ベース株式会社 (securities code: 4481) to speak at “Participatory IR Seminar Kabu Berry Lab,” hosted by Kabu Berry

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000073092.html
- anchor: #n2394361
- Companies mentioned: ベース株式会社、Kabu Berry

Facts:
- Securities code: 4481
- Capital: 1.123 billion yen

## 白浜町 and glafit’s comprehensive partnership initiative expands into a Japan Tourism Agency program

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000148626.html
- anchor: #n2394360
- Companies mentioned: 白浜町、glafit株式会社、一般社団法人南紀白浜観光協会、南紀白浜コミュニティ放送株式会社

Facts:
- Starts September 1, 2026
- 1時間 2,000円

## HAIRCAMP and MOSH enter business partnership to expand the creator economy in the beauty industry. The “skills, experience and passion” of hairdressers become a new source of value

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000024.000059563.html
- anchor: #n2394359
- Companies mentioned: HAIRCAMP株式会社、MOSH株式会社

Facts:
- Established: June 6, 2013
- Capital: 100 million yen
- Established: July 28, 2017

## Forvis Mazars in Japan earns Great Place To Work® certification for the 2nd consecutive year

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000025.000073914.html
- anchor: #n2394358
- Companies mentioned: Forvis Mazars in Japan、Forvis Mazars、Forvis Mazars Group SC、Forvis Mazars Global

Facts:
- Great Place To Work® for the 2nd consecutive year
- More than 40,000 professionals worldwide
- More than 350 professionals

## Education topics survey: On collective responsibility in school clubs, 80% say a team should withdraw from a tournament over bullying within the club; opinions are divided on underage smoking

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000027.000022962.html
- anchor: #n2394357
- Companies mentioned: GRASグループ株式会社、EnglishHub、日本学生野球協会

Facts:
- 80.8% said that “bullying of younger members within a club” makes it “unavoidable for the entire club to withdraw from a tournament”
- Underage smoking: 55.2%
- Underage drinking: 56.0%
- Shoplifting: 56.8%
- Only 39.2% said “dangerous bicycle riding” warranted such action
- “Use of equipment prohibited under tournament rules” (72.2%)
- If the person who caused the problem is a club adviser or coach, 73.2% say “the team members should be allowed to compete”
- 4.8% consider collective responsibility “only natural”
- Valid responses: 400 people

## A special autumn dining event is starting. Enjoy the flavors of autumn to your heart’s content at WASHU BLUE RESORT 風籠

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000030.000097436.html
- anchor: #n2394356
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社BEKKAN、WASHU BLUE RESORT 風籠

Facts:
- 宿泊プラン（１泊２食）1室2名 25,500円～
- Adults (junior high school students and older): 9,900 yen
- Elementary school students: 4,950 yen
- Preschool children (ages 3–5): 2,500 yen

## To local governments, businesses and medical institutions: Please consider joining and supporting a “safety net that stays connected” to help prevent parents from raising children in isolation.

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000036.000071262.html
- anchor: #n2394355

NPO法人きずなメール・プロジェクト has established a fund to prevent parents from raising children in isolation and is inviting local governments, businesses and medical institutions to participate free of charge. The initiative promotes collaboration to help solve social issues.

## 五島つばき蒸溜所 launches the 2nd collaboration with artist and picture-book author ミロコマチコ, who lives on Amami Oshima: “GOTOGIN ゆらめく形 〜椿の殻〜,” available in limited quantities

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000036.000109057.html
- anchor: #n2394354
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社五島つばき蒸溜所、ミロコマチコ

Facts:
- Alcohol content: 47%
- Volume: 500 ml
- Retail price: 6,000 yen (excluding tax)
- With a gift box: 6,500 yen (excluding tax)

## 【福岡県庁】Is your family home earthquake-resistant? Use hometown tax donations to arrange a dispatch of a wooden-house seismic assessment adviser!

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000038.000186122.html
- anchor: #n2394353
- Companies mentioned: 福岡県、国土交通省、警察庁、（一財）福岡県建築住宅センター

Facts:
- 「圧死」が約4割
- 「窒息・呼吸不全」が約2割
- About 93% of buildings were built under what is known as the “old seismic standards (*)”
- Approximately 2.35 million homes in total
- Approximately 92%
- 82％
- Approximately 160,000 homes
- 寄附額 ２０，０００円（１件当たり）
- Combined maximum for the prefecture and municipalities: 300,000 to 1.5 million yen

## Meeting demand for 2027 calendar production: Launch of the “Original and Personalized Calendar Extra Coupons, Deeper Discounts Campaign” | 販促花子

- Published: 2026-09-01T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000039.000058303.html
- anchor: #n2394352
- Companies mentioned: チャンスメーカー株式会社、販促花子ノベルティ、学校販促応援隊、名入れカレンダーダイレクト

Facts:
- 8% off eligible products
- An additional 10% off
- 5% off coupon
- 2.5 million copies to date
- 500,000 companies to date