# AI News 180m Report｜2026-09-02 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 6 of 9

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 761 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 126 items from 6 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## リンベル株式会社 adopts AI Shift’s “AI Worker VoiceAgent” for telephone orders of catalog gifts

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000221.000055962.html
- anchor: #n2419508
- Companies mentioned: リンベル株式会社、株式会社AI Shift、株式会社サイバーエージェント

Facts:
- Recognition accuracy for order information containing alphabetic characters has improved to approximately 100%.

## TOWA's first directly operated store, “TOWA Tokyo,” opens in Okachimachi! A special space where the world of TOWA, a bridal jewelry brand inspired by Japan's four seasons, comes to life. Enjoy a brand experience available only here.

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000225.000019639.html
- anchor: #n2419507
- Companies mentioned: TOWA、株式会社ビジュピコ、BIJOUPIKO

Facts:
- Operates more than 50 stores of one of Japan’s largest select shop chains for jewelry and bridal jewelry
- Offers more than 6000 types of bridal rings
- On Tuesday, September 1, 2026, TOWA, an original Japanese-style brand inspired by Japan's four seasons, will open its first directly operated store, “TOWA Tokyo,” in Okachimachi

## Asno System sponsors the 13th Ishinomaki Hackathon 2026 as a platinum sponsor, a next-generation youth education event combining education and hackathons

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000225.000024100.html
- anchor: #n2419506
- Companies mentioned: アスノシステム株式会社、株式会社MCEAホールディングス、会議室.COM、イトナブ石巻、シゲル情報サービス株式会社、レンタルオフィス.com、PANOVIEWN、Olive、Thanks Peer、PE-BANK

Facts:
- 2026年10月10日（土）～12日（月・祝）
- 前身の『シゲル情報サービス株式会社』の創業から数えて38年の実績と経験を有しています
- Capital: 100 million yen

## [Startup World Cup 2026 Kyushu Regional Qualifier] 10 companies selected to give 1-minute speeches!

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000225.000044738.html
- anchor: #n2419505
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ペガサス・テック・ベンチャーズ・ジャパン、株式会社Alvirea、株式会社アシストユウ、株式会社Coatolie、美ら技研株式会社、レモナス合資会社、株式会社pono、株式会社精密編集、株式会社TOJISM、株式会社U-DAKE、V&E create、トイメディカル株式会社、SpaceX、OpenAI、Anthropic、xAI、Twitter、Airbnb、SoFi、Coinbase、マネーフォワード、メタップス、エアトリ、モンスターラボ、AI CROSS、Mujin、SkyDrive、テラモーターズ、ユニファ、FiNC Technologies

Facts:
- US$1 million prize investment
- Prize investment worth 150 million yen
- Approximately 300 billion yen in assets under management

## Media Link to speak at major conference “AI × Contact Center Conference Powered by VideoTouch”!

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000225.000072025.html
- anchor: #n2419504
- Companies mentioned: メディアリンク株式会社、VideoTouch株式会社、DXでんわ、AIto

Facts:
- Date and time: September 15, 2026 (Tuesday), 9:30–17:00

## 【老舗旅館の伝統と真心を込めたおせち】かみのやま温泉 日本の宿古窯がお届けする冷蔵おせち「古窯プレミアムおせち三段重」2026年9月2日(水)より予約受付開始。

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000226.000069154.html
- anchor: #n2419503
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社旅館古窯、日本の宿古窯、古窯グループ、株式会社明友

Facts:
- More than 11,000 units sold to date
- Limited to 500 units
- 37,000 yen (free shipping; consumption tax included)
- 35,000 yen (shipping and consumption tax included)
- 100 units
- 120,000 yen or more
- 122,000 yen or more

## Logistics DX services “Logipoke” and “Crosswork” to exhibit at the Industrial DX Expo 2026 Summer Tokyo

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000228.000063503.html
- anchor: #n2419502
- Companies mentioned: X Mile株式会社、セイノーホールディングス株式会社、味の素株式会社、株式会社ベスト・ロジスティクス・パートナーズ

Facts:
- Sept. 30–Oct. 2, 2026
- Japan’s working-age population is expected to decline by 14.28 million over the next 20 years

## ㈱インボイス announces an on-demand seminar explaining the points accounting teams should check by early September ahead of the change to input tax credit rates

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000229.000113945.html
- anchor: #n2419501
- Companies mentioned: ㈱インボイス、インボイス総合研究所

Facts:
- A consolidated billing service for communication, water, utility and other expenses for approximately 16,000 companies
- “70% credit” for invoices
- “Annual cap of 100 million yen”
- Running time: approximately 15 minutes

## Spanish trail-running brand NNormal to launch new model “Cadi GTX” on Wednesday, September 2

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000235.000031308.html
- anchor: #n2419500
- Companies mentioned: NNormal、GORE-TEX、Vibram、Kilian Jornet、CAMPER、カンペールジャパン

Facts:
- ¥30,800 (tax included)

## AI supports business process automation with 4 new features. New version of RPA “Auto Job Meijin” released

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000236.000012889.html
- anchor: #n2419499
- Companies mentioned: ユーザックシステム株式会社、OpenAI

Facts:
- Rollout begins sequentially from August 31, 2026

## September 3 is “Autumn Sleep Day”! The truth about “sleep temperature” that approximately 65% don't know. How different is it for men and women? Hidden discomfort caused by relying on air conditioning while sleeping: women feel “chilly and dry,” while men experience “night sweats”

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000237.000033793.html
- anchor: #n2419498
- Companies mentioned: Koala JP 株式会社、コアラジェイピー、コアラ、世界自然保護基金（WWF)、マイベスト、1% FOR THE PLANET

Facts:
- Approximately 65% don't know the importance of “sleep temperature”
- “Using air conditioning and other devices (28.4%)” ranks among the top ways people manage their sleep environment
- Only 8.0% said they “adjust the temperature inside their bedding or mattress.”
- Approximately 31% of women cited “feeling cold”
- Approximately 17% of men cited “night sweats”
- Approximately 60% of people (19.6% strongly agree, 40.8% somewhat agree) say that “keeping the temperature inside bedding comfortable is important”
- Next, when purchasing mattresses, etc.

## アイングループ、間接材調達の変革に向け「リーナー購買」を導入～全国の店舗・全社規模のスムーズな定着を実現し、調達業務の価値最大化へ前進～

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000238.000044088.html
- anchor: #n2419497
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Leaner Technologies、株式会社アインホールディングス、アイングループ、リーナー

Facts:
- Established: August 1969
- Established: February 22, 2019

## [Wakamono Research survey] One in ４ people in the Reiwa era frequently makes puns! What pun do current high school students use most!?

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000239.000162122.html
- anchor: #n2419428
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ワカモノリサーチ、一般社団法人日本だじゃれ活用協会

Facts:
- 24.6% answered “Yes”
- 75.4% answered “No”
- “The futon flew away” (47.5%) took the top spot
- “I'm going to the toi-let” (10.1%) made the rankings
- “A mikan on top of an aluminum can” (9.3%)
- 517 valid responses

## 小田原市初開催！「小田原ふるさと納税スタンド ～見て・食べて・知る、小田原の逸品～」

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000240.000107858.html
- anchor: #n2419427
- Companies mentioned: 小田原市、ROSEROSE（ローズローズ）、薗部産業（株）＆クラフト木の実、Nama Gateau Au Chocolat（ナマガトーショコラ）、江之浦果樹園maruesu、（株）スズキ

Facts:
- Saturday, September 19, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

## [New release] &honey, which holds the No. 1 spot in honey-based cosmetics sales※1, launches a travel set of hair and body care products, convenient for trips and other outings, as part of its series!

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000242.000022090.html
- anchor: #n2419426
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ヴィークレア、&honey

Facts:
- 130 million units sold cumulatively
- Price: 1,200 yen (excluding tax)
- 1,320 yen (tax included)

## The essence of calligraphy, 三千年 in a single volume. More than 300 masterpieces are brought back to life in vivid illustrations. The full scope of these celebrated works is faithfully reproduced in an impressive 3 m foldout! “Illustrated Guide to Chinese Calligraphy” goes on sale August 28.

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000258.000115774.html
- anchor: #n2419425
- Companies mentioned: 東京書籍株式会社、華中科技大学出版社

Facts:
- Published by 華中科技大学出版社 in 2024

## Savor the autumn bounty of Kyotamba Town at “Kyotamba Town Fair 2026.” In Tokyo, enjoy a sumptuous dish featuring “Kyotamba chestnuts”; in Kyoto, a one-night-only gourmet feast

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000260.000097330.html
- anchor: #n2419424
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ひらまつ、メゾン ポール・ボキューズ、ブラッスリー ポール・ボキューズ 銀座、ブラッスリー ポール・ボキューズ 大丸東京、代官山ASO チェレステ 日本橋店、HRMT STAGE、レストランひらまつ 高台寺

Facts:
- Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
- Monday, Nov. 30
- Friday, November 6, 2026

## 9.12(土)限定 食べて、比べて、カスタマイズ！体験型コンテンツ「利きアサイー」Peatixにて事前予約開始！『FRUTA FRUTA AÇAÍ DAY 2026 POP UP EVENT』＠原宿

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000261.000024416.html
- anchor: #n2419423
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フルッタフルッタ、ブラジルのトメアス総合農業協同組合（CAMTA）

Facts:
- Founded in 2002
- September 12 only
- September 12, 2026 (Saturday)
- 2,200 yen (tax included)
- 10 people per session
- On sale September 28

## Due to popular demand, Wao High School is holding a second “Traveling Open School” event

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000262.000068132.html
- anchor: #n2419422
- Companies mentioned: ワオ高等学校、学校法人ワオ未来学園、ワオ・コーポレーション、個別指導Axis

Facts:
- Date and time: Saturday, September 19, 13:00–15:00
- Date and time: Saturday, October 3, 13:00–15:00
- “個別指導Axis,” with more than 500 campuses across 47 prefectures

## 【保健事業を1テーマから外部委託】企画・実施・レポート支援を提供開始

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000263.000118106.html
- anchor: #n2419421
- Companies mentioned: フラクタルワークアウト株式会社、厚生労働省、PHRサービス事業協会、健康経営アライアンス、がん対策推進企業アクション、スマート・ライフ・プロジェクト、Sport in Life、東京都スポーツ推進企業、健康優良企業

Facts:
- Capital: 50 million yen

## [Survey of 500 high school students] 93.2% support uniform options that are not restricted by gender. Meanwhile, some students say they worry about “how others will react” in the classroom

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000267.000085588.html
- anchor: #n2419420
- Companies mentioned: 菅公学生服株式会社、カンコー学生服、エム・アール・アイ リサーチアソシエイツ株式会社

Facts:
- “I think it is a very good initiative”
- “I think it is a good initiative”
- “There are female students at my school who wear slacks”
- “Even if it feels unusual at first, I think it will stop being noticeable once people get used to it”
- “I don't think I would mind, because it's up to the individual”
- “I think they would stand out a little in class”
- “I think people would find it unusual and stare”
- “I think people would gossip about them in class or on social media”
- “I think it could lead to bullying (they would be bullied)”
- “Classes teaching accurate information about LGBTQ issues and diversity”
- “Reviewing school rules”
- “Proactive efforts by teachers and schools

## ほっかほっか亭の炊きたて新米が“無料”で大盛に！アプリ会員さまへ「ライス大盛入替無料（1食分）」クーポンをプレゼント

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000271.000024682.html
- anchor: #n2419419
- Companies mentioned: ほっかほっか亭、株式会社ほっかほっか亭総本部、株式会社ハークスレイホールディングス

Facts:
- Free Rice Upgrade (1 Meal)
- 2026年9月3日（木）から9月9日（水）
- 711 locations nationwide

## Launch of a brokerage reporting feature in “いい生活売買クラウド 営業支援”

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000272.000003214.html
- anchor: #n2419418
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社いい生活、いい生活売買クラウド 営業支援

Facts:
- Capital: ¥628,411,540 (as of the end of March 2026)

## Gaprise demonstrates “visualizing lost sales” using behavioral data × Claude

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000279.000057359.html
- anchor: #n2419417
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ギャプライズ、株式会社インターファクトリー、楽天市場、Amazon、Yahoo!ショッピング

Facts:
- An online seminar hosted by 株式会社インターファクトリー on September 29, 2026 (Tuesday)
- Speaking in Part 9 (16:20–16:45)
- 9 companies supporting BtoC brands in areas including marketplace e-commerce, video marketing, CRM, and AI agents will speak
- Since its founding in 2005
- Japan’s enterprise IT market is expected to reach a scale of 30 trillion yen

## OBC to speak at a luncheon seminar at the 67th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Hospital Association in Saitama

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000281.000026471.html
- anchor: #n2419416
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オービックビジネスコンサルタント、公益社団法人全日本病院協会、社会医療法人仁生会 細木病院、株式会社日本経営

Facts:
- Date and time: September 13, 2026 (Sunday), 12:25–13:25
- Capacity: 400 people
- Boasts a cumulative track record of more than 860,000 installations

## A new product inspired by Osaka specialties arrives from 茅乃舎, which aims to pass on local food culture: “Meat Suimono Dashi and Broth,” a seasonal offering that warms the body tired from the lingering summer heat, on sale from September 2, 2026 (Wednesday)

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000284.000079541.html
- anchor: #n2419415
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社久原本家、久原本家グループ、茅乃舎、博多 椒房庵、くばら、北海道くばら、北海道 椒房庵、北海道食品庫

Facts:
- Price: 648 yen (including tax)
- Contents: 2 servings in a large bowl × 2 portions

## [Diana] Today, September 2, is “Diana Shoe Day”! Cherish your favorite pair and let style shine from your feet!

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000300.000047083.html
- anchor: #n2419414
- Companies mentioned: ダイアナ株式会社、アルテミス by ダイアナ、タラントン、プラスダイアナ

Facts:
- Established in 1992
- This anniversary marks its 34th year
- From September 2, 2026 (Wednesday)

## [Directly connected to Ebina Station] 34 restaurants serving “kuidaore” cuisine from across Japan, along with highballs and craft beer, come together! The “Highball & Kuidaore Festival in EBINA” will be held for 3 days, September 25 (Friday)–27 (Sunday)

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000300.000063373.html
- anchor: #n2419413
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社小田急ＳＣディベロップメント、サンクトガーレン、Better life with upcycle、ビナウォーク、株式会社アイドマ

Facts:
- An estimated 57,800 people attended the “Sake and Delicious Food Festival” over 3 days
- ハイボールなどを1杯600円～で販売
- A striking 1-pound steak weighing about 450g

## カルティエ、野生の美とアルチザンの技が織りなす壮大な世界を描いた新キャンペーンを発表

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000314.000016275.html
- anchor: #n2419412
- Companies mentioned: カルティエ、リシュモン ジャパン合同会社

Facts:
- Total area: 1,400㎡
- 5 stories

## Sendai-based new-retro band ANTENA releases its new song “Yurameku Yamagiwa” today!

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000328.000030962.html
- anchor: #n2419411
- Companies mentioned: ANTENA、株式会社massenext、ZULA

Facts:
- Release date: September 2, 2026
- Sunday, Jan. 10, 2027
- Advance tickets: 4,200 yen
- Student discount: 3,000 yen

## New SMARTOON® “I’ll Pay Back 100 Million and Divorce You! ~The Debtor Wife Shines Through Recipes~” launches on ピッコマ on Wednesday, September 2

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000331.000029274.html
- anchor: #n2419410
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Minto、ピッコマ、Minto Studio、weavin、黒猫ている、DeRA、青砥ハル、おとうふ、すぴ、Mizuka、梓月綾、Z.RIN、へイン

Facts:
- Paying back 100 million in 5 years
- Established: August 2011
- Capital: 100 million yen

## アジラ、ザイマックスグループが運営管理する複数施設に「AI Security asilla」「asilla BIZ」を導入

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000361.000043312.html
- anchor: #n2419409
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アジラ、ザイマックスグループ、株式会社マックスセキュリティサービス

Facts:
- “AI Security asilla” is operating at 4 facilities where Max Security Service provides on-site security
- “asilla BIZ” is also operating at 3 of these facilities

## A traveling oyster hut is now at ヤマダデンキ Kushiro Asahimachi store in Kushiro, Hokkaido! Open for a limited time through September 13! 《A heaping serving of Miyagi Prefecture oysters in the shell for 880 yen!!》

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000362.000110396.html
- anchor: #n2419408
- Companies mentioned: ヤマダデンキ、牡蠣奉行、食べて埼玉、埼玉グルメ

Facts:
- Seat fee (charcoal fee): 390 yen per person

## The 2nd and 3rd terms of the “Cross-Border Circuit,” which breaks down organizational inward thinking, begin—participants take on “regional challenges with no right answers” in Higashiyoshino Village, Nara Prefecture, and Atami City, Shizuoka Prefecture

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000363.000025659.html
- anchor: #n2419407
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エンファクトリー、株式会社Rebe、株式会社Gensen&Co、Ax Robotix株式会社、一般社団法人AICX協会、KANAMEL株式会社、ユニクル株式会社、ユニソック合同会社、株式会社Kitahara Medical Strategies International、合同会社続、Rapport株式会社、スパイスキューブ株式会社

Facts:
- A cumulative total of more than 270 companies and 660 people have participated to date
- A sales, PR, and branding strategy for corporate training that leverages local resources in a village of about 1,400 people—a place where “only here can you do this, in a village drawing creators from Japan and abroad”
- Higashiyoshino Village, with a population of about 1,400 and an aging rate of about 60%
- Adopted by more than 100 companies, primarily in the Tokyo metropolitan area
- Raised 2.6 million yen through crowdfunding

## Cutting-edge supplier management with autonomous AI to navigate geopolitical risks and an era of natural disasters

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000366.000025659.html
- anchor: #n2419406
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エンファクトリー、フォーティエンスコンサルティング株式会社、株式会社クニエ、株式会社ミスミ、株式会社ROMS

Facts:
- Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 13:00–14:30
- A network of 30,000 professionals with specialized knowledge and skills
- Support for new businesses at more than 500 companies in total

## Hubble and Shibuya cafe ANCOR to open a pop-up cafe for 3 days only

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000367.000027155.html
- anchor: #n2419405
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Hubble、株式会社アンカー、ANCOR、OVERVIEW COFFEE、JIIMA

Facts:
- 2026年9月24日（木）から26日（土）
- 8:00〜18:00
- Retention rate is 99%
- More than 1,000 companies have adopted the service to date

## Transform the workplace with “data × AI × academic theory”! Experiential seminar launches for middle managers

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000372.000030113.html
- anchor: #n2419404
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カオナビ、タレントインテリジェンス総研、超楽長寿株式会社、株式会社エクスメディオ、株式会社マイナビ、株式会社ミライセルフ、ミツカリ、モルガン・スタンレー証券株式会社、UCバークレーハースビジネススクール、技術評論社、高知大学、東京医科歯科大学、日本スタートアップ協会、日本医療ベンチャー協会、CBCテレビ

Facts:
- Capacity: approximately 20 people
- Established: May 27, 2008
- Established: December 2017

## Itabashi City and ブルーイノベーション㈱ to build the “Itabashi Model” for the social implementation of urban drones

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000372.000129038.html
- anchor: #n2419403
- Companies mentioned: 東京都板橋区、ブルーイノベーション㈱、日本大学豊山女子中学校・高等学校

Facts:
- Itabashi City Industrial Promotion Vision 2035

## [10722% achieved] The SPEEDER “瞬冷” water-cooled seat cooler, “just like an ice bath?!,” is finally on general sale at Rakuten and Yahoo! A Peltier-based cold-water circulating seat (SP-WC1)

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000378.000068824.html
- anchor: #n2419402
- Companies mentioned: SPEEDER、楽天市場、Yahoo!ショッピング、Makuake、MTK SHOP、三金商事株式会社（MITSUKIN SHOJI Co., Ltd.）

Facts:
- 10,722%
- Cooled to 16℃
- 1 rotation in 18 seconds
- 75W high-output Peltier element
- Maximum load capacity: 100kg
- About 40dB
- Backed by 1,416 supporters
- Total crowdfunding purchases exceeded 30 million yen
- 14.32 million yen
- 540 people
- Seat body: 15 months

## 【入場無料】川崎市高津区内の市民活動団体が活動成果をステージショーや体験ブースで発表する見本市「まちかつフェス高津」を9月6日（日）に開催します！

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000386.000124454.html
- anchor: #n2419401
- Companies mentioned: 川崎市、高津区役所、高津区市民活動見本市実行委員会

Facts:
- A total of 48 groups will present their work through stage shows, hands-on booths, panel displays, and more
- Panel displays (introductions to the activities of 36 groups in areas including community development, the environment, and history)
- Based on the combined results of advance voting conducted online (now closed) and voting on the day, among the 6 finalist works

## University Entrance Common Test: 3 in 4 say there isn’t enough time; a gap in “early preparation” emerges among University of Tokyo and Kyoto University admittees — about six months until the test — Survey of 1,000 first-year university students on the “real” University Entrance Common Test

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000392.000030937.html
- anchor: #n2419400
- Companies mentioned: 河合塾、河合塾マナビス、メディカルラボ、東京大学、京都大学、大阪大学、九州大学、早稲田大学

Facts:
- Overall, 75.8% said it was “a test with insufficient time”
- 東京大学・京都大学合格者の76.8%が高校2年までに対策を開始
- Overall, 55.4% did not reach their target score
- 東京大学・京都大学合格者でも48.8%が目標未達

## [APAMAN] Timetable released for “MAKE A MONOGATARI 2026,” featuring Shonan no Kaze, Crystal Kay, C&K, Maki Goto, and others

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000397.000049635.html
- anchor: #n2419399
- Companies mentioned: APAMAN株式会社、MAKE A MONOGATARI 実行委員会、株式会社ワキノアートファクトリー、株式会社シーアンドイー

Facts:
- Fukuoka’s largest: 18,000 fireworks
- Oct. 11, 2026

## Inaba Foods harvests fully ripe tomatoes from southern Italy and packs them on the day of harvest! New launch of the “No-Salt-Added Canned Tomato Series”

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000413.000058165.html
- anchor: #n2419398
- Companies mentioned: いなば食品株式会社

Facts:
- Made with a commitment to a Brix value of 5.5 or higher, indicating sugar content.
- 「ホールトマト」は1缶あたり52mg
- 「カットトマト」は1缶あたり56mg

## 【Hydro Flask® (ハイドロフラスク)】A new style, the “Travel Mug Flip Sip Cap,” makes opening and closing easy with one hand. Its leak-resistant design makes carrying it around every day even more convenient.

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000414.000055351.html
- anchor: #n2419397
- Companies mentioned: アルコ株式会社、Hydro Flask®、ハイドロフラスク

Facts:
- ¥5,720 (tax included)
- 2009
- Sales of ¥100 million
- In 2011
- In 2015
- More than 20 countries
- Approximately 70% share

## Yutaka Yamanaka of Shosukabu.com discusses the 56th installment of Forbes’ “Georgia’s 100 Richest”: Sulkhan Papashvili, co-owner of real estate company Redix, led 50/50 by the brothers, who bring administrative experience and hands-on expertise

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000422.000158730.html
- anchor: #n2419396
- Companies mentioned: 少数株ドットコム株式会社、Redix、Forbes、欧州復興開発銀行（EBRD）、ヒルトン・ガーデン・イン、HOYA株式会社、ハイアス・アンド・カンパニー、くふう住まいコンサルティング、株式会社河野メリクロン、投資ブラザーズ合同会社

Facts:
- Real estate assets worth more than $100 million
- Employs approximately 500 people
- EBRD provides a loan of $18.7 million
- Total project cost: $40 million

## From home appliances to gourmet food, new rice and cosmetics, products to brighten autumn living are available with up to 21% in points and discount coupons! September’s “三太郎の日” and “Shopping Rally” are here

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000426.000035663.html
- anchor: #n2419395
- Companies mentioned: auコマース＆ライフ、おいもや、Joshin web 家電・PC・ホビー専門店、成城石井、ジェイエイてんどうフーズ、FANCL公式ショップ、au PAY マーケット

Facts:
- Earn up to 21% back in points
- Earn up to 39% back in points
- Coupons for discounts of 50% or more
- Coupons for up to ¥10,000 off

## AI brings the bustle of Asahikawa City, Hokkaido’s Kaimono Koen into focus; demonstration of pedestrian flow analysis using edge AI cameras begins

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000430.000034777.html
- anchor: #n2419394
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ウィルグループ、旭川信用金庫、株式会社CEspace

Facts:
- At 4 locations within Asahikawa Heiwa-dori Kaimono Koen (1-jo-dori, 3-jo-dori, 5-jo-dori and 7-jo-dori)
- “Asahikawa Tabem Marche,” which drew approximately 930,000 visitors in fiscal 2025
- Capital: 2.2 billion yen (as of the end of March 2026)
- Employees: 9,005 (consolidated, fiscal year ending March 2026)

## 和の素材で味わうイタリアンも！ イタリアの暮らしと文化に触れるジェイアール京都伊勢丹の「イタリア展」

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000444.000021989.html
- anchor: #n2419393
- Companies mentioned: ジェイアール京都伊勢丹、PIZZERIA ICARO、casa lasagna、フロアジェラートイタリアーノオオサカ、IL GHIOTTONE、世田谷 豪徳寺 三輪亭、カフェレル、エノテーカピンキオーリ、マヨリカココッツァ、マウリツィオ・ロッテル

Facts:
- Approximately 130 Italian wine labels
- 〈Neapolitan pizza specialty restaurant PIZZERIA ICARO〉Marinara with Kujo green onions and whitebait, scented with kuromoji pepper: 1,760 yen
- 〈casa lasagna〉Kyoto eggplant melanzane lasagna: 681 yen (per 100g)
- 〈フロアジェラートイタリアーノオオサカ〉Kanja sansho pepper gelato: 651 yen
- 〈IL GHIOTTONE (Il Ghiottone)〉Autumn truffle tagliatelle: 2,750 yen
- 〈世田谷 豪徳寺 三輪亭〉Assorted homemade ham: 1,650 yen
- 〈カフェレル〉Caffarel brioche con gelato (pistachio and gianduja): 880 yen each
- 〈エノテーカピンキオーリ〉バーチ・ディ・ダーマ 3,240円〈100点限り〉［ジェイアール京都伊勢丹限定］

## 日本睡眠科学研究所 recognizes Kaneka’s functional food with a claims notification, “Watashi no Chikara® Q10 Yogurt Bedtime Care,” as a recommended product based on scientific evidence

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000445.000010201.html
- anchor: #n2419392
- Companies mentioned: 日本睡眠科学研究所、西川株式会社、株式会社カネカ

Facts:
- Suggested retail price (*): 142 yen before tax (154 yen including tax)
- Suggested retail price (*): 159 yen before tax (172 yen including tax)
- Contents: 90 g
- Net weight: 100g
- Contains 100mg of reduced coenzyme Q10

## 一旗-produced “ASAKUSA CULTURE & LIGHTS 2026” will run from October 30 to November 3. Projection mapping themed on 1,400 years of history and culture will be shown on the main hall and Hozomon Gate of Sensoji Temple.

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000490.000046440.html
- anchor: #n2419391
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社一旗、浅草カルチャー&ライツ実行委員会、株式会社JTB

Facts:
- 1,400 years of history and culture at Sensoji Temple
- Friday, Oct. 30, 2026
- Nov. 3 (Tue, holiday)
- 18:00〜21:30
- Special admission ticket: 2,300 yen
- Special admission ticket: 800 yen
- Special admission ticket with illustrated ema catalog: 3,800 yen
- Special admission ticket with illustrated ema catalog: 2,300 yen
- Special admission ticket with illustrated ema catalog

## Enjoy choosing the flavor you want, even with a milk or egg allergy. The “Soy Select Custard Pudding-Style Ice Bar,” with a custard pudding-like taste and no milk or eggs, launches on September 14, 2026 (Monday)!

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000502.000016394.html
- anchor: #n2419390
- Companies mentioned: クラシエ株式会社、Soy

Facts:
- ■Net volume: 70ml
- ■Net volume: 105ml
- Multipack: 60ml×4
- Strawberry juice: 8%

## 紀陽銀行 advances its organization’s AI readiness with Helpfeel, achieving an annual reduction of 4,400 hours in telephone inquiry work

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000523.000027275.html
- anchor: #n2419389
- Companies mentioned: 紀陽銀行、株式会社Helpfeel、Helpfeel

Facts:
- A total of 2,000 knowledge items
- Inquiry reduction rate: 11%

## Former AKB48 member Yuri Yokomichi and former pro gamer Sato Serutia co-star in the short SF drama “I Want to Choose My Sunny Day,” broadcast on チバテレ; DVD release and commemorative event announced.

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000526.000141380.html
- anchor: #n2419388
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社BUZZ GROUP、株式会社BUZZ PRODUCTIONS、STORY LAB.、チバテレ、千葉テレビ放送、CREAM LIVE ASAKUSA、NEOSTAGE PROJECT、株式会社アイエヌジー、半蔵Club、Shiorik

Facts:
- 6 episodes in total
- Sept. 20, 2026
- September 23, 2026
- ¥5,500
- Sept. 30, 2026
- 5,500 yen

## The “Osmanthus Collection,” bringing color to autumn, is new from PAUL & JOE ACCESSOIRES!

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000546.000042497.html
- anchor: #n2419387
- Companies mentioned: PAUL & JOE ACCESSOIRES、ブルーミング中西株式会社

Facts:
- 880 yen (tax included)
- 1,100 yen (tax included)
- 2,420 yen (tax included)
- 4,400 yen (tax included)

## ブルガリのジェムストーンから着想を得たオムニア コレクションからアメジストの温かなトワイライトカラーを想起させる「オムニア アメジスト オードパルファム」が新登場

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000548.000007011.html
- anchor: #n2419386
- Companies mentioned: ブルガリ、川辺株式会社

Facts:
- 50mL 17,930 yen
- 100mL 24,200 yen
- 50mL 18,040 yen
- 100mL 25,300 yen

## How does innovation that changes society come about? “Concept Shift: A Way of Thinking That Smoothly Changes Conventional Wisdom,” which explores the mechanism through shifts in concepts, goes on sale September 2

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000560.000045710.html
- anchor: #n2419385
- Companies mentioned: ダイヤモンド社、Apple、メルカリ、BIOTOPE、早稲田大学、法政大学、Amazon

Facts:
- List price: ¥2,200 (tax included)
- 四六判・並製・384ページ

## The long-awaited major revision of the management textbook chosen for 30 years! “GLOBIS MBA Management Book [Revised 4th Edition]”

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000561.000045710.html
- anchor: #n2419384
- Companies mentioned: グロービス経営大学院、ダイヤモンド社、グロービス・エグゼクティブ・スクール、グロービス・マネジメント・スクール、グロービス・キャピタル・パートナーズ、一般社団法人G1、一般財団法人KIBOW、株式会社茨城ロボッツ・スポーツエンターテインメント、株式会社LuckyFM茨城放送

Facts:
- More than 470,000 copies sold
- A major revision of more than 40%
- List price: 3,960 yen (tax included)
- A5 format, hardcover, 348 pages

## Just start by looking at the flow of money! A new way to read financial statements that makes accounting intuitive, even with no prior knowledge

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000562.000045710.html
- anchor: #n2419383
- Companies mentioned: ダイヤモンド社、ザイマニ、オリエンタルランド、良品計画、くら寿司

Facts:
- ザイマニ, a popular site with more than 7 million cumulative page views
- Nearly all listed companies (approximately 3,700 companies)
- List price: 2,695 yen (tax included)
- B5 variant, softcover, 304 pages

## Three new titles—American history, biology and chemistry—join the “What American Middle Schoolers Learn from Age 14” series, a legendary reference series that has inspired 8.7 million people worldwide! All 3 go on sale September 2

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000563.000045710.html
- anchor: #n2419382
- Companies mentioned: ダイヤモンド社、ワークマンパブリッシング

Facts:
- Inspired 8.7 million people worldwide
- List price: ¥2,860 (tax included)

## Is the AI search trend reaching rental cars and coin parking lots? What consumer research reveals about how people search when traveling by car｜Seminar announced

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000621.000037205.html
- anchor: #n2419381
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カンリー、Google、Yahoo!、Apple

Facts:
- Information on approximately 130,000 or more stores
- August 15, 2018

## Bringing world-class kabuki closer to everyone. A new kabuki experience featuring actor Hayato Nakamura is coming to Shintomi Town, Miyazaki Prefecture, where guests can enjoy everything from makeup and costumes to stage movements.

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000632.000028395.html
- anchor: #n2419380
- Companies mentioned: 一般財団法人こゆ地域づくり推進機構、MIRISEプロジェクト、ルピナスみらい劇場、新富町文化会館、Peatix

Facts:
- At ルピナスみらい劇場 新富町文化会館 on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026
- Curtain: 18:30
- 終演：20時00分予定
- Tickets go on sale Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2026
- General admission (adults): ¥2,000
- Elementary, junior high and high school students: ¥1,000
- ¥500 off the regular price for both general admission and elementary, junior high and high school students

## 【9月14日(月)】Finatext、金融庁パブコメ結果を踏まえ、無料ウェビナー「保険の比較推奨販売とデジタル募集・システムの論点」を開催

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000639.000012138.html
- anchor: #n2419379
- Companies mentioned: Finatext、金融庁、三菱UFJ銀行、三井住友海上プライマリー生命、ナウキャスト、スマートプラス、スマートプラス少額短期保険、スマートプラスクレジット

Facts:
- To be held Monday, Sept. 14, 2026
- Starting March 1, 2028
- 11:00～12:00
- Friday, Sept. 11, 2026, 18:00

## Alpen-exclusive colors of HOKA’s 3 popular models, “CLIFTON PRO,” “CLIFTON 11” and “BONDI 9,” launch Tuesday, Sept. 1

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000674.000042346.html
- anchor: #n2419378
- Companies mentioned: HOKA、株式会社アルペン、スポーツデポ・アルペン、Alpen Online

Facts:
- 22,000 yen including tax
- 19,800 yen, tax included
- ¥24,200, tax included
- Capital: 15.1 billion yen
- Revenue: 285.9 billion yen
- Ordinary profit: 10 billion yen

## Head to Cainz in September! “La-la-la in everyday life” month kicks off

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000696.000008255.html
- anchor: #n2419377
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カインズ

Facts:
- A home improvement chain with 276 stores across 29 prefectures.
- Cainz members who spend ¥3,000 or more, including tax, will receive a “green Cainz bag.”
- Customers who spend a total of ¥5,000 or more, including tax, on Cainz original products during the campaign will receive 500 points.
- Approximately ¥10,000 worth of eligible products will be given away.

## [Popular character poll underway!] The 1st character popularity poll for “If They Find Out I’m a Monster (Mandragora), Will They Hunt Me Down?” is now open! The character voted No. 1 will receive a special SS and newly drawn illustration.

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000707.000101562.html
- anchor: #n2419376
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アース・スター エンターテイメント、アース・スター ノベル、コミック アース・スター、アース・スターノベル、アース・スター ルナ、アース・スター文庫、ウタヒメドリーム、補講男子、Toxic-a-Holic、花耶（KAYA）

Facts:
- 1st character popularity poll
- Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026
- Through 24:00 on Sept. 22 (Tue.)
- Scheduled for late October 2026

## Chubu Centrair International Airport is bringing the appeal of fermented foods from the Chubu region to the world! Around 30 chefs and others from more than 10 countries visited Aichi to learn about its fermented food culture!

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000710.000024522.html
- anchor: #n2419375
- Companies mentioned: 中部国際空港株式会社、Global Hospitality Group Japan株式会社、丸又商店、伊藤商店

Facts:
- Soybean miso is aged over approximately 3 years
- Many of the wooden vats and barrels have a history of more than 100 years

## 「昭和平成レトロEXPO2026 HANDS SHIBUYA」

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000723.000070824.html
- anchor: #n2419374
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ハンズ、ハンズ渋谷店、おまけ星、まさかのさむかわ、卒業生代表プロダクツ

Facts:
- Starting Friday, August 28, 2026
- Friday, Aug. 28–Monday, Oct. 12, 2026 (Monday is a public holiday)
- Some exhibitors will start Wednesday, Sept. 2
- Participation fee: 4,400 yen
- Participation fee: ¥3,800
- Participation fee: ¥4,500

## Asuene launches an “AI aptitude test” feature on ASUENE CAREER

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000746.000058538.html
- anchor: #n2419373
- Companies mentioned: アスエネ株式会社、ASUENE CAREER、NZero、ASUENE SUPPLY CHAIN

Facts:
- Capital: 15.1 billion yen (including capital surplus)
- Evaluates candidates across 17 items
- Candidates answer 60 questions

## 24時間フィットネスジム【エニタイムフィットネス阿佐谷店】12月下旬オープン！

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000756.000001956.html
- anchor: #n2419372
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社東急レクリエーション、エニタイムフィットネス

Facts:
- In late December 2026
- Starting September 9, 2026
- More than 1,200 stores
- More than 6,000 stores

## A 4K remastered version of director Satoshi Kon’s “PERFECT BLUE” returns to Shinjuku Piccadilly for a 1-week limited engagement starting Friday, Oct. 2! Special collection to go on sale at 伊勢丹 Shinjuku!

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000800.000008641.html
- anchor: #n2419371
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社つみき、Filmarks、マッドハウス、伊勢丹、WIND AND SEA、Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.、FromSoftware, Inc.、Calbee、内藤・清水法律事務所、オニロ

Facts:
- For 1 week only, starting Friday, Oct. 2
- Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026–Monday, Oct. 5, 2026
- Flat 1,700 yen
- 81 minutes

## GovernOn, a corporate governance platform, uses AI to extract action items from governance-related documents such as board meeting minutes and supports task management

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000805.000036601.html
- anchor: #n2419370
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社LegalOn Technologies、Fides Technology

Facts:
- A total of 61.6% said they felt that operations such as board and shareholder meetings depended on specific individuals
- A total of 43.6% expressed interest in using digital tools and AI support for corporate governance work
- The number of companies worldwide that have paid to adopt Professional AI surpassed 9,000 as of the end of July 2026
- Capital and other funds: 20.15 billion yen (including capital reserves and other funds)

## [Umeda Bluebird] 3 new anniversary cake designs themed around crowns and tiaras, glittering against a spectacular view from 100m above ground, for adult women celebrating their favorite stars or marking special occasions! On sale from Sept. 1

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000847.000026745.html
- anchor: #n2419369
- Companies mentioned: 梅田 ブルーバード、株式会社オペレーションファクトリー

Facts:
- 3 anniversary cake designs
- 100m above ground
- Price: 3,700 yen (tax included)
- Number of locations: 46
- 367 full-time employees
- 1,221 part-time employees

## [New book] “Care Manager Smart Diary 2027” now available!

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000870.000059164.html
- anchor: #n2419368
- Companies mentioned: 第一法規株式会社、Amazon、楽天、紀伊国屋WEB STORE

Facts:
- A5 size, 216 pages
- List price 1,650 yen

## 株式会社エンドレス reports on the collection and donation of unwanted accessories (July 2026)

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000893.000061261.html
- anchor: #n2419367
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エンドレス、株式会社GoodService、認定NPO法人 世界の子どもにワクチンを 日本委員会（JCV）

Facts:
- Collection locations: 133 stores
- Amount collected: approximately 26kg
- 900–1,050 pieces

## Notice of the opening of Komeri Hard & Green Sakata store (Yamagata Prefecture)

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000910.000079052.html
- anchor: #n2419366
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コメリ

Facts:
- The company operates a total of 1,236 stores: 121 Power stores, 1,089 Hard & Green stores, 24 PRO stores and 2 Athena stores
- Sales floor area: 2,524㎡
- Remodeling services are available at more than 1,200 Komeri stores nationwide

## Komeri supports customers’ everyday lives with approximately 3,000 items at “Everyday Low Prices”!

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000911.000079052.html
- anchor: #n2419365
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コメリ、コメリパワー、コメリハード＆グリーン、L’CREST、BOLTS

Facts:
- Price: ¥398 (tax included)
- Price: ¥998 each (tax included)
- 同一サイズ2個以上で、1個あたり898円
- Price: ¥328 (tax included)
- Price: ¥6,480 (tax included)
- Store count: 1,235 (as of Aug. 31, 2026)

## Discover new cosmetics every Tuesday! Qoo10 announces the top 5 products in its July 2026 “Mega Debut” sales ranking

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000999.000022933.html
- anchor: #n2419364
- Companies mentioned: eBay Japan合同会社、Qoo10、バイブラボ、Dr.Lean、BABREA、VIVIDMONTAGE、Notty Curly

Facts:
- Ranked No. 1 was REVIVE THERAPY HAIR BROW LASH SERUM by “バイブラボ”
- In 2nd place was Real Bromelain Pineapple Enzyme by “Dr.Lean”
- In 3rd place was Velvet Mist Fix Powder by “BABREA”
- Products that debuted in July 2026
- 30% Mega Debut coupon issued
- Up to ¥120,000 off

## New colors arrive for the luxurious caddy bag, embodying ゼロハリバートン’s rugged aesthetic

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001000.000015319.html
- anchor: #n2419363
- Companies mentioned: ZERO HALLIBURTON、ゼロハリバートン、NASA

Facts:
- Price including tax
- Founded in 1938
- Brought moon rocks back from the lunar surface in 1969

## [Celebrating 300 FIT-EASY locations nationwide!] “Autumn FIT-EASY FESTIVAL” to be held!

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001000.000099487.html
- anchor: #n2419362
- Companies mentioned: フィットイージー株式会社、ALLOUT

Facts:
- Operates amusement fitness clubs nationwide
- Campaign period: Tuesday, Sept. 1–Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
- Amazon gift card (worth ¥50,000)
- Apple Watch SE3 (model worth ¥50,000)
- 315 winners across all stores
- 630 winners across all stores
- The referrer will receive a ¥2,000 gift card, and the new member a ¥1,000 gift card
- When 3 or more people join at the same time, each referrer and new member will receive a ¥3,000 gift card
- Capital: 1,357,449,180 yen
- Employees: 320

## First unveiling of a system to combat product counterfeiting and verify authenticity using holograms and smartphone authentication

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001038.000069194.html
- anchor: #n2419361
- Companies mentioned: 大日本印刷株式会社、DNP

Facts:
- Customs authorities recorded 31,760 import detentions of goods infringing intellectual property rights in 2025
- 29,685 cases involved goods infringing trademark rights, such as counterfeit branded products

## 【ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts 5周年特別企画】京都・西陣の老舗「渡文株式会社」が長年大切に保管してきた原画を、3日間限定で特別公開・販売

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001049.000055787.html
- anchor: #n2419360
- Companies mentioned: ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts、渡文株式会社、株式会社金箔押山村、株式会社仲久、株式会社京都絞美京、塩見団扇株式会社、Caren株式会社、東急リゾーツ＆ステイ株式会社、ヒルトン、LXRホテルズ&リゾーツ、株式会社竹中工務店

Facts:
- 5th anniversary
- Available for 3 days only
- 114 guest rooms
- Approximately 8 million users annually

## [Toast with wine on long autumn evenings] Wine buffet ESOLA introduces a “moon-viewing menu”! Available for a limited time starting Wednesday, September 2

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001056.000005340.html
- anchor: #n2419359
- Companies mentioned: GYRO HOLDINGS 株式会社、Brand Bank Company

Facts:
- 7 dishes
- More than 70 varieties of wine from around the world
- Approximately 100 restaurant brands
- 17 stores in total
- Capital: 10 million yen
- Capital: 30 million yen

## The hugely popular human drama グランマの憂鬱 appears on the cover with a special color opening feature! The manga magazine JOUR October issue goes on sale September 2

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001102.000014531.html
- anchor: #n2419358
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社双葉社、グランマの憂鬱、それ以外の星たち、小野アンビ、MCマザー・斎藤花

Facts:
- List price: 700 yen (tax included)
- Release date: September 2, 2026
- Volume 20 of the comics goes on sale Thursday, September 17

## 【ココス】ココスの「2026秋冬グランドメニュー」がスタート！たっぷりのチーズで味わう包み焼きハンバーグやアップルパイ風ココッシュなどが登場！

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001125.000097263.html
- anchor: #n2419357
- Companies mentioned: ココス、株式会社ココスジャパン、ココスジャパン

Facts:
- Scheduled to be sold at 504 locations
- 7 kinds of cheese
- 145g
- ¥1,290
- ¥1,190
- 110 g
- 1,090 yen
- With 2 kinds of mushrooms and spinach
- ¥1,390
- ¥890
- ¥450
- ¥290

## 東京芸術劇場 バックステージツアーVol.17「プレイハウスの裏側へ」

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001137.000038211.html
- anchor: #n2419356
- Companies mentioned: 東京芸術劇場、公益財団法人東京都歴史文化財団

Facts:
- Date: Thursday, October 22, 2026
- [Session 1] 11:00–12:30
- [Session 2] 14:30–16:00
- Participation fee: ¥1,000 (tax included)
- Capacity: approximately 45 people per session
- Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 19:00–20:30 (tentative)
- The auditorium has 829 seats

## FanGrowth launches a “Strategy Report” feature that uses AI to automatically create webinar strategies

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001159.000001346.html
- anchor: #n2419355
- Companies mentioned: エキサイト株式会社、FanGrowth、Salesforce、HubSpot

Facts:
- The co-hosted webinar partner-matching community, one of the largest in Japan, is used by more than 1,600 companies

## MSI begins offering the XpertStation WS300 AI workstation

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001182.000008686.html
- anchor: #n2419354
- Companies mentioned: MSI、NVIDIA、Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.(AMD)、ASUSTeK Computer、ASRock、ATTO Technology、AVerMedia、CORSAIR、Cooler Master、ELSA JAPAN、Micro-Star International(MSI)、Synology、SAPPHIRE TECHNOLOGY、Supermicro、Tripp Lite(旧Keyspan)、Thermaltake、Vizrt、ZOTAC Technology Limited

Facts:
- Up to 748GB of coherent memory
- Up to 496GB of CPU memory, LPDDR5X
- Up to 252GB of GPU memory, HBM3e
- Up to 496GB of CPU memory, LPDDR5X (396GB/s)
- Up to 252GB of GPU memory, HBM3e (7.1TB/s)

## RIM.ARK unveils its 26 FALL WINTER COLLECTION starting Wednesday, September 2

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001211.000014511.html
- anchor: #n2419353
- Companies mentioned: RIM.ARK、株式会社バロックジャパンリミテッド、PARK SUTHERLAND、畔柳仁昭、松原博子、清水朱里、SAYORI WADA

Facts:
- Rounded train tops ¥66,000 tax in
- Straight shoulder jacket ¥60,500 tax in
- Hakama PT ¥39,600 tax in
- U-art shirt dress ¥38,500 tax in

## 9月1日より「すき家」「なか卯」で最大15倍のVポイントがもらえるキャンペーンを開催！

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001295.000000983.html
- anchor: #n2419352
- Companies mentioned: Vポイントマーケティング株式会社、すき家、なか卯、ゼンショーグループ

Facts:
- Up to 15 times the usual V Points
- 1 point for every ¥200 (tax included)
- Starting September 1, 2026
- Through September 30, 2026

## 子どものための絵画入門『ミッフィーといんしょうはのアート』9月25日発売！ モネ、ドガ、シスレー、スーラ、モリゾ、ルノワール…印象派アートのエッセンスをミッフィーと一緒に楽しむ本。

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001332.000012754.html
- anchor: #n2419320
- Companies mentioned: 河出書房新社、ミッフィー

Facts:
- 1,892 yen, including tax
- Goes on sale September 25, 2026
- Translated into more than 50 languages worldwide

## [Ginza Cozy Corner] Both its appearance and texture are “just like Sasha.” The much-talked-about Sasha Mille Crepe returns this fall!

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001454.000004367.html
- anchor: #n2419319
- Companies mentioned: ロッテ

銀座コージーコーナーとロッテが共同開発した「紗々ミルクレープ」が2026年秋に期間限定で再登場。見た目と食感を「紗々」に忠実再現し、スイーツファンの期待を集める。

## 「森永おいしい牛乳」シリーズから鉄分入りが新登場 森永おいしい高たんぱく高カルシウム1日分の鉄分プラス9月8日（火）よりエリア限定にて発売

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001509.000021580.html
- anchor: #n2419318

Morinaga Milk Industry will launch a new product, Morinaga Oishii High Protein, High Calcium, with added iron, in selected areas starting September 8. In response to growing health consciousness, 1 cup provides protein, calcium and iron.

## [Yakiniku King] Celebrating the “Korean Market” event! “King's Big Prize Drawing” starts Wednesday, September 16

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001518.000044964.html
- anchor: #n2419317
- Companies mentioned: 農心

Yakiniku King will hold a prize drawing starting September 16, 2026, to celebrate its “Korean Market” fair. The campaign offers a chance to win attractive prizes by using the app, encouraging visits and digital adoption.

## FANCL, Kirin Beverage and Aeon Ryukyu are once again running their “Children's Cafeteria Support Campaign” this year! Donating beverages and germinated rice to children in Okinawa Prefecture

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001604.000017666.html
- anchor: #n2419316
- Companies mentioned: 日本郵便株式会社沖縄支社、株式会社琉球新報社

FANCL, Kirin Beverage and Aeon Ryukyu donated beverages and germinated rice to children's cafeterias in Okinawa. Now in its 6th year, the campaign continues to support children's health.

## Unlocking uniquely human imagination in the age of AI. Contemporary artist Asami Kiyokawa's latest art book, Mienai Niwa: Invisible Garden, goes on sale September 3

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002406.000009728.html
- anchor: #n2419315
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社世界文化ホールディングス、株式会社世界文化社、楽天ブックス、代官山 蔦屋書店、大阪芸術大学、京都市立芸術大学

Facts:
- 25 years of creative work
- Scheduled for release on September 3, 2026
- List price: 2,750 yen (tax included)
- Asami Kiyokawa “Mienai Niwa” art T-shirt / Sekai Bunka Publishing Inc. ¥4,950
- Asami Kiyokawa “Mienai Niwa” tote bag / Sekai Bunka Publishing Inc. ¥3,300

## New: “Famed Ryotei × Kateigaho Special Limited Osechi”! Welcome the New Year with exquisite dishes crafted with skill and lavish ingredients, plus special gifts. The latest “Special Edition Catalog” features autumn delicacies and interiors [Kateigaho Shopping Salon]

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002413.000009728.html
- anchor: #n2419314

Kateigaho Shopping Salon has released limited-edition osechi boxes in collaboration with the renowned ryotei Hasshokan and Tsubajin. Premium ingredients and special gifts add sparkle to the New Year. An autumn catalog is also available.

## [OMO5 Kumamoto] In partnership with Kumamoto City, begins selling and serving Shine Muscat grapes from Uki City at the hotel, supporting a local product center affected by the disaster

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002470.000033064.html
- anchor: #n2419313
- Companies mentioned: 星野リゾート

OMO5 Kumamoto has partnered with Kumamoto City to begin selling and serving Shine Muscat grapes from Uki City at the hotel after an earthquake deprived them of sales opportunities. The initiative supports the local community while promoting tourism.

## Enjoy the fleeting arrival of “precious autumn” with all 5 senses! “Soh Fruit-Filled Apple” — a “crisp and crunchy texture” created by diced and grated apple — goes on sale nationwide starting Monday, September 14

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002707.000002360.html
- anchor: #n2419312

Lotte will launch “Sou Fruit-Filled Apple” nationwide on September 14, 2026. The new product features diced and grated apple pulp for a crisp texture, letting people enjoy the arrival of autumn—which is getting shorter—with all five senses.

## 奈良県奈良市と「移住・定住に関する事業連携協定」を締結(ニュースレター)

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002761.000002296.html
- anchor: #n2419311
- Companies mentioned: 大和ハウスグループ、大和リビング株式会社、大和ハウス工業株式会社、奈良市

Facts:
- 451,983 total impressions
- 342,615 reach
- Sept. 1, 2026
- December 6, 2025

## 【ウェスティン ルスツリゾート】A variety of dishes showcasing the bounty of the autumn harvest. The “Hokkaido Potato Promotion” returns this year, starting September 1 (Tuesday).

- Published: 2026-09-02T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002831.000011305.html
- anchor: #n2419310
- Companies mentioned: ウェスティン ルスツリゾート、マリオット・インターナショナル、ルスツリゾート、ウェスティンホテル&リゾート、The Vale Rusutsu

Facts:
- Price: Adults 3,300 yen; elementary school students 2,310 yen
- Price: Adults 7,000 yen; elementary school students 4,900 yen
- Price: 2,200 yen
- Price: 2,640 yen
- Price: 4,950 yen
- Japanese-Style Chunky Potato Salad 1,100 yen
- Hokkaido Kita-akari Potato with Date Chicken Soboro Miso Dengaku 1,320 yen
- Hokkaido Potatoes Fried with Seaweed and Salt 1,320 yen
- A total of 210 rooms
- Spacious guest rooms of 76㎡ or more