# AI News 180m Report｜2026-09-02 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 1 of 9

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 676 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 158 items from 4 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## “AI learning” is set to take off in elementary schools. A new angle for attracting participants to Scratch workshops.

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:44:26+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000124.000006960.html
- anchor: #n2421818
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エクシード、Minecraft、Roblox、Scratch

株式会社エクシード has released “AI×Scratch: Build a Moving Aquarium,” learning materials for elementary and junior high school students that combine AI content creation with Scratch workshops, and is recruiting free pilot classrooms at 5 locations nationwide.

Facts:
- Limited to 5 classrooms nationwide
- Application deadline: September 30, 2026
- Hold a workshop by the end of October 2026

## シモダL&C to exhibit at the 28th International Auto-ID Expo

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:40:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000143865.html
- anchor: #n2421819
- Companies mentioned: シモダＬ＆Ｃ株式会社、株式会社フェニックスソリューション、株式会社日本ジー・アイ・ティー、株式会社日立ハイテクネクサス、一般社団法人 日本自動認識システム協会

シモダL&C株式会社 will exhibit at the 28th International Auto-ID Expo, to be held at Tokyo Big Sight from September 9–11, 2026. The company will showcase RFID solutions and joint exhibits with partner companies.

Facts:
- September 9–11, 2026
- Capital: 470 million yen

## Urban Net Sapporo Link Tower to grandly open on Saturday, Oct. 3

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:37:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000178.000134094.html
- anchor: #n2421820
- Companies mentioned: NTT都市開発株式会社、ハイアット セントリック 札幌、ARTESTAND、atelier polura、HIROKA JAM、KASANE、petit bijou、THE DAY、YoshizBox、いぶり工藝舎、つくっぺこうさく、光と草、宮の森珈琲、THE BOYS&GIRLS、sleepy.ab、株式会社久米設計、大成建設株式会社

Facts:
- 26 floors above ground.
- 2 basement floors
- Approximately 60,941 m²
- 136 spaces (mechanical multi-story parking garage)
- First 300 people

## “Complainer Busters,” a customer harassment support service, launches

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:36:22+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000187749.html
- anchor: #n2421821
- Companies mentioned: 輝翔法律事務所

輝翔法律事務所 has launched “Complainer Busters,” a one-stop support service, to help businesses comply with the mandatory customer harassment prevention measures under the amended Comprehensive Promotion of Labor Policies Act, effective October 1, 2026.

Facts:
- Oct. 1, 2026
- A total of 17 people
- June 2025
- 4 employment management measures
- 10,000 yen per month (before tax)
- 3,000 yen per month

## Nichirei Foods confirms new digestive properties of fat from “Amani pork”

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:31:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000140.000079554.html
- anchor: #n2421822
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニチレイフーズ、筑波大学、水産庁、日本食品工学会

株式会社ニチレイフーズは筑波大学と共同で、「アマニ豚」の脂が一般豚の脂と比較してヒトの胃や小腸を模擬した環境で分解されやすいことを確認した。

Facts:
- Fat from “regular pork”: 36.6%
- Fat from “Amani pork”: 59.0%
- Fat from “regular pork”: 33.6%
- Fat from “Amani pork”: 50.4%
- Fat from “regular pork”: 51.4%
- Fat from “Amani pork”: 63.8%
- Fat from “regular pork”: 44.7%
- Fat from “Amani pork”: 59.8%

## 【Rakuten Super Sale】ORANGA smartphone cases and glass screen protectors up to 50% off! 23 eligible products on sale at special prices for a limited time

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:31:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000188548.html
- anchor: #n2421823
- Companies mentioned: 阪田株式会社、ORANGA、楽天市場、Amazon

阪田株式会社’s smartphone accessories brand “ORANGA” will take part in the “Rakuten Super Sale,” running from September 4 to 11, 2026, and sell 23 eligible products at up to 50% off.

Facts:
- Up to 50% off
- All 23 eligible products
- 5% off coupon
- Limited to the first 999 orders

## “Summoners War: Sky Arena” kicks off “SKY FEVER Season 2026”! Enhanced events offer even more support for powering up!

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:30:53+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001010.000009066.html
- anchor: #n2421824
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Com2uS Japan、Com2uS、Apple Inc.、Google LLC

株式会社Com2uS Japan announced that it will hold “SKY FEVER Season 2026” in the RPG “Summoners War: Sky Arena,” available on iOS/Android/Steam. The event runs through October 25 and features various events and rewards using FEVER Tokens.

Facts:
- SKY FEVER Season 2026
- Through October 25
- 5 events
- 15 types of natural ★5 monsters
- From September 20 onward
- Up to 54 times
- 7 types of fusion monsters
- Service launched in 2014
- Celebrating the 12th anniversary

## Ibaraki Ambassador 安達勇人’s 20th-anniversary solo concert sells out! Set to appear at Nippon Budokan next year, and announces the largest hall tour across Ibaraki Prefecture

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:30:40+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000169739.html
- anchor: #n2421825
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ADACHI HOUSE、株式会社関川畳商店、(一社)笠間観光協会、笠間市

The 20th-anniversary solo concert “WE LOVE KASAMA” by Ibaraki Ambassador 安達勇人 has sold out. His appearance at Nippon Budokan next year, the Ibaraki-wide hall tour “レペゼン茨城,” and the final show at Mito City Civic Hall GLOBIS Hall on December 18, 2027, were also announced.

Facts:
- 20th debut anniversary
- Scale of 2,000 people
- December 18, 2027

## From an OCR proof of concept with 5 external developers to a product launch: early access begins for “書類まるごとCSV,” a Windows app that converts entire folders of documents into CSV

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:30:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000189262.html
- anchor: #n2421826
- Companies mentioned: BYULBIT合同会社、Blue Basket氏、Microsoft Store

BYULBIT合同会社 has released an early version of “書類まるごとCSV,” a Windows app that batch-reads multiple documents in a folder using OCR and exports them as CSV. The product grew out of a proof-of-concept project with 5 external developers and is free to use for up to 100 pages per month.

Facts:
- 5 external developers
- Conducted in August 2026
- 62 applications received
- Taking approximately 138 hours
- Free for up to 100 pages per month
- 1ページ10円

## More stable connections with enhanced wireless performance. “Arctis GameBuds” adds new colors “Yuzu” and “Matcha”

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:30:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000113.000082150.html
- anchor: #n2421827
- Companies mentioned: GNグループ、SteelSeries、Amazon.co.jp、楽天市場

GNグループのSteelSeriesは、安定した接続を実現する完全ワイヤレスイヤホン「Arctis GameBuds」の新色「Yuzu」「Matcha」を2026年9月11日より発売すると発表した。

Facts:
- From Friday, Sept. 11, 2026
- Reference price: 28,310 yen (tax included)
- Ear scan data from more than 62,000 people
- Up to approximately 40 hours of battery life
- More than 300 EQ presets

## 21 of 110 contestants will share turning points in their lives in 2-minute speeches at “BREAKTHROUGH 2026: Stories of Challengers Who Overcame Obstacles,” to be held in Ryogoku, Tokyo, on September 7

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000114358.html
- anchor: #n2421836
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Hero Maker、修株式会社Hero Maker、株式会社ツナグ、摂南大学薬学部、外資系製薬会社

株式会社Hero Maker will hold the speech contest “BREAKTHROUGH 2026” at KFC Hall in Ryogoku, Tokyo, on September 7, 2026. The 21 contestants selected through auditions involving 110 people will speak for 2 minutes about their experiences of overcoming obstacles and how they did so.

Facts:
- Each speaker is given 2 minutes
- 20 people took the stage at the first event, which drew 388 attendees
- General admission ticket: 5,500 yen (tax included)
- Capital: 3,000,000 yen

## ウイングアーク１ｓｔ株式会社 deploys AI-powered autonomous onboarding platform “onbx” in its sales division

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000168438.html
- anchor: #n2421835
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社WellCoLab、ウイングアーク１ｓｔ株式会社

The AI-powered autonomous onboarding platform “onbx,” developed by 株式会社WellCoLab, has been deployed in the sales division of ウイングアーク１ｓｔ株式会社.

## エアー enhances Outlook Add-in for “365 Alert,” expanding attachment protection and adding AI-powered pre-send checks

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000175692.html
- anchor: #n2421834
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エアー、Microsoft、Azure OpenAI Service、株式会社日立システムズエンジニアリングサービス

IT solutions vendor 株式会社エアー has enhanced the Outlook Add-in for its cloud-based email misdelivery prevention service, “365 Alert.” The update adds ZIP encryption and Box integration, as well as a new AI-powered pre-send check feature.

## Pilates Mee Life to open new “Yanagawa” location on September 1, 2026! Small-group machine Pilates for up to 5 people comes to Yanagawa City

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000049.000151208.html
- anchor: #n2421833
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社RiAGEL、Pilates Mee、Pilates Mee Life

株式会社RiAGEL opened Pilates Mee Life Yanagawa, a studio specializing in machine Pilates, in Yanagawa City, Fukuoka Prefecture, on September 1, 2026. It offers small-group lessons for up to 5 people and is running promotions including free trial lessons and a waiver of the enrollment fee.

Facts:
- Sept. 1, 2026
- Maximum capacity: 5 people
- 1-minute walk
- Up to 3 people
- More than 140 locations nationwide
- ¥9,800/tax included
- ¥33,000/tax included

## A pillow that supports you from head to neck and can be fully washed: “Baku-Suimaru” launches. Focusing on the recovery market, it pursues the 4 conditions of an ideal pillow

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000136.000139758.html
- anchor: #n2421832
- Companies mentioned: 不二貿易株式会社、株式会社KURUKURU、一般社団法人日本リカ recovery協会

不二貿易株式会社 has launched “Washable Pillow Baku-Suimaru,” featuring a wave structure that supports the head and neck and washable TPE material. In response to growth in the recovery market, it comes in 3 types with different heights and firmness levels to address the challenges of choosing a pillow.

Facts:
- 64.4％
- Approximately 96%
- 7兆6,638億円
- 1.27 times
- ¥849.6 billion

## Warm bedding until morning in just 15 minutes! A cordless, rechargeable hot-water bottle that requires no water

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000483.000075529.html
- anchor: #n2421831
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニーズ、株式会社サンファミリー

株式会社ニーズ and 株式会社サンファミリー began selling the rechargeable hot-water bottle “varinuc Rechargeable Warmth Hot-Water Bottle” on September 1.

Facts:
- “varinuc Rechargeable Warmth Hot-Water Bottle” ¥3,278 (tax included)
- On sale from September 1 (Tuesday)
- Approximately 9 hours
- Approximately 6 hours
- Power consumption: 300W

## 【ロイズ】Rich, melt-in-your-mouth flavor and toasty aroma! New fresh chocolate [Crème Brûlée] launches September 2 for a limited time and in limited quantities.

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000862.000033166.html
- anchor: #n2421830
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ロイズコンフェクト、ロイズ

株式会社ロイズコンフェクト will launch fresh chocolate inspired by crème brûlée on September 2, 2026, for a limited time and in limited quantities.

Facts:
- September 2, 2026
- 20 pieces
- 1,215 yen (tax included)
- List price: ¥1,125

## 【そごう・西武】2027 osechi／Bento-style dishes and desserts, too

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002481.000031382.html
- anchor: #n2421829
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社そごう・西武、そごう・西武、西武・そごう、吉田屋、テレビ朝日、東映AG、東映、石森プロ

そごう・西武 will begin sales of its 2027 osechi on its official online store “e.デパート” on September 3, 2026, followed by in-store sales from October 1. Its diverse lineup to meet a range of needs includes the debut “BENTO Osechi” and “Dessert Osechi,” as well as “Three-Generation Oshi Activity Osechi,” inspired by the Super Sentai series.

Facts:
- From September 3, 2026 (Thursday)
- From October 1 (Thursday)
- Price: ¥5,980
- Price: ¥26,460
- Price: ¥23,220
- Price: ¥10,800
- Price: ¥32,400
- Price: ¥25,000
- Price: ¥18,900
- More than 1.5 million total followers across social media

## “Ume-chan from Umeda,” the official character of the Kansai-born YouTube anime HELLO OSAKA, will serve as one-day police chief at 豊中南警察署

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002582.000005179.html
- anchor: #n2421828
- Companies mentioned: 阪急阪神ホールディングス株式会社、豊中南警察署、阪急ドライビングスクール服部緑地、豊中市

阪急阪神ホールディングス株式会社のYouTubeアニメ『HELLO OSAKA』公式キャラクター「梅田のウメちゃん」が、2026年9月22日に開催される「秋の交通安全フェア」において豊中南警察署の一日警察署長に就任する。

Facts:
- Tuesday, September 22, 2026 (national holiday)
- The channel has surpassed 600,000 subscribers

## Yuki Nagasato, managed by コネクト株式会社, joins FC今治レディース as striker IDP coach and player

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:29:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000078.000070537.html
- anchor: #n2421602
- Companies mentioned: コネクト株式会社、FC今治レディース

It was announced that Yuki Nagasato, managed by コネクト株式会社, will join FC今治レディース as striker IDP coach and player from September 8 to November 8, 2026.

Facts:
- Sept. 8, 2026
- Nov. 8
- For 2 months
- 132 matches
- 58 goals

## Calvin Klein unveils its 2026 fall campaign starring Sadie Sink

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:28:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000127594.html
- anchor: #n2421603
- Companies mentioned: Calvin Klein、合同会社 PVHジャパン

Calvin Klein has unveiled its 2026 fall “Feel the Fit” campaign starring Tony Award-nominated actor Sadie Sink. The campaign celebrates the appeal of its iconic jeans and will roll out worldwide from September 1.

Facts:
- Autumn 2026
- September 1

## Supplementary budget proposal to be submitted at the September regular session

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:28:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001042.000078420.html
- anchor: #n2421604
- Companies mentioned: 豊中市

豊中市 submitted a general account supplementary budget proposal to the city council’s September regular session, putting forward key initiatives including the introduction of AI interviews, an after-school program, and development of a multigenerational exchange facility.

Facts:
- 【412 thousand yen】
- 【3,500 thousand yen】
- 45,400 thousand yen
- 【20,503 thousand yen】
- 47,900 thousand yen

## 【ベンスクリニック横浜】Open as usual during Japan’s 2026 Silver Week holiday period

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:26:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000028.000154880.html
- anchor: #n2421605
- Companies mentioned: ベンスクリニック横浜、VANDS MARKETING

ベンスクリニック横浜は、2026年9月19日から23日のシルバーウィーク期間も通常通り営業することを発表した。診療時間は10:00～19:00で、予約が必要。

Facts:
- 2026
- September 19
- September 23
- 10:00
- 19:00
- 18:00

## Ise lobster season opens in Aoshima, Miyazaki. Savor autumn delicacies while gazing out at the sea: “Seafood Hasegawa Aoshima Ise Lobster Festival”

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:24:29+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000190002.html
- anchor: #n2421606
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社JINMU、長谷川水産、ANAホリデイ・インリゾート宮崎

Facts:
- Ise lobster sashimi set meal: ¥7,000 (tax included)
- Ise lobster and seafood bowl set meal: ¥8,500 (tax included)
- Ise lobster course: ¥12,000 (tax included)
- Opened in August 2026
- Starting September 1, 2026
- 48 seats
- Private bookings available for groups of 30 to a maximum of 52 people

## Set in a small traditional house, the slapstick antics of a large family of 8 cats: “2027 Calendar 猫猫是好日（ねこねこ これこうじつ）” goes on sale September 3

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:23:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000589.000093966.html
- anchor: #n2421607
- Companies mentioned: 辰巳出版、BS-TBS、ロンドン自然史博物館、Amazon、楽天ブックス

“2027 Calendar 猫猫是好日” by photographer Junji Oshima captures everyday life with 8 cats living in a traditional Kyoto house. It will be released by 辰巳出版 on September 3.

Facts:
- Sept. 3
- 8 cats
- List price: ¥1,540

## In the AI era, don’t leave “art thinking” vague: 11-page illustrated guide published, defining it as “generation of judgment premises”

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:23:47+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000229.000068315.html
- anchor: #n2421608
- Companies mentioned: リクエスト株式会社、東京藝術大学

リクエスト株式会社 has published an 11-page illustrated guide that redefines the “art thinking” organizations need for decision-making in the AI era as “generation of judgment premises.”

Facts:
- 980 companies
- 338,000 people
- 11 pages in total

## Comprehensive support for notifications of Foods with Function Claims. Launch of a “Notification Support Service” covering everything from SR to preparation of notification documents.

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:22:36+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000050.000055774.html
- anchor: #n2421609
- Companies mentioned: オルト株式会社

オルト株式会社 has launched a “Notification Support Service” that provides comprehensive assistance with notifications of Foods with Function Claims, from preparing SRs to assembling documentation.

Facts:
- 事前調査 (1原料または1ヘルスクレームあたり)：30万円
- SR作成 (1ヘルスクレームあたり)：120万円～
- Notification document preparation: from ¥500,000
- We will handle up to 3 rounds of revisions requested by the Consumer Affairs Agency
- Fees for handling revisions from the 4th round onward will be discussed separately
- Drawing on knowledge cultivated over approximately 50 years
- オルト株式会社 is a health food development company founded in 1979.

## 令和８年一級建築士 学科試験の合格率は26.2%で、現在の出題形式となった平成21年以降で、過去最高の合格率となりました。

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:20:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002878.000021078.html
- anchor: #n2421610
- Companies mentioned: TAC株式会社

令和8年一級建築士学科試験の合格率は26.2%となり、平成21年以降で過去最高を記録した。実受験者数は前年比増加し、合格者数も大幅に増えた。

Facts:
- 【Actual test-takers】29,094 people
- 【Successful candidates】7,619 people
- Total score: 94 points

## ‘Transfer Timetable Cloud by NAVITIME’ for bus operators launches a ‘commuter pass refund amount calculator’ for fare revisions

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000603.000026884.html
- anchor: #n2421611
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ナビタイムジャパン、国際興業バス

Facts:
- Starting Sept. 2, 2026 (Wed.)

## 【ルイ·ヴィトン】Sandra Bullock wears ルイ·ヴィトン to the premiere of Practical Magic / The Secret of the Witches

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:18:32+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002594.000060591.html
- anchor: #n2421612
- Companies mentioned: ルイ·ヴィトン、ルイ･ヴィトン ジャパン株式会社

Sandra Bullock appeared at the premiere of Practical Magic / The Secret of the Witches wearing a custom-made dress by ルイ·ヴィトン.

Facts:
- Since its founding in 1854

## “Freedom from money worries.” 株式会社カルナ expands life-design consultations from Toyama to Ishikawa and Fukui

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:18:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000088053.html
- anchor: #n2421613
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カルナ、CARNA

株式会社カルナ is expanding its life-design consultations, developed in Toyama, to Ishikawa and Fukui. On September 2, 2026, it will also relaunch its official website to communicate more clearly its message of “freedom from money worries.”

Facts:
- September 2, 2026
- August 2007

## Contract manufacturing and staffing industry sales rise 7.7%; staff employee sentiment DI at +94, while difficulty securing talent poses a barrier to growth. 日本BPO協会 releases business conditions DI survey results for April-June 2026

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:17:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000187937.html
- anchor: #n2421614
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人日本BPO協会、日本BPO協会

一般社団法人日本BPO協会 announced the results of its business conditions DI survey for the contract manufacturing and staffing industry for April-June 2026. Sales rose 7.7% year on year, and the business conditions DI increased 4 points from the previous quarter to positive 12. However, difficulty securing talent remains a barrier to growth.

Facts:
- Up 7.7%
- Positive １２
- Up ４ points
- 84 companies
- 63 respondent companies
- Response rate: 75.0%

## Heat countermeasures made possible by parent volunteers: interview on 加藤学園幼稚園’s introduction of mist showers published

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:17:27+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000179836.html
- anchor: #n2421615
- Companies mentioned: スプレーイングシステムスジャパン合同会社、学校法人加藤学園、加藤学園幼稚園、Spraying Systems Co.

スプレーイングシステムスジャパン合同会社 has published an interview about the installation of a water-connected mist kit at 学校法人加藤学園’s 加藤学園幼稚園. It describes heat countermeasures made possible by parent volunteers who installed the system.

## FlexiSpot launches the E6 Flex electric height-adjustable desk, offering a new way to work: powered tilting in addition to sitting and standing

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:17:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000282.000027524.html
- anchor: #n2421616
- Companies mentioned: Flexispot Japan株式会社、FlexiSpot

Flexispot Japan株式会社 has launched the E6 Flex electric height-adjustable desk, which can also tilt electrically by up to 15° in addition to adjusting the desktop height.

Facts:
- Up to 15°
- Slides up to 14 cm
- Range of 73–122 cm
- Supports up to 100 kg
- Price: 79,800 yen

## ポラスグループ receives the Kids Design Award’s “KIDS DESIGN 100 LEGACY AWARD”; special recognition for 5 companies with more than 100 cumulative award-winning works

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:14:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000370.000009436.html
- anchor: #n2421496
- Companies mentioned: ポラスグループ、特定非営利活動法人キッズデザイン協議会

ポラスグループ received the special “KIDS DESIGN 100 LEGACY AWARD” from the Kids Design Award, bringing its cumulative number of award-winning works to 118.

Facts:
- More than 100 award-winning works cumulatively
- A total of 5 companies and organizations, including ポラスグループ, were selected this time.
- ポラスグループ first received a Kids Design Award in 2012
- It has received an award for 8 consecutive years since 2019
- It received a record 36 works this fiscal year
- The cumulative number of award-winning works stands at 118
- It was established in 2007 with the aim of sharing its work widely with society

## Kumamoto soul food “Shioyama’s Nankan-age” to be featured in a 10% off coupon campaign for eligible products during 楽天スーパーセール, starting Friday, September 4, 2026!!

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:14:16+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000157272.html
- anchor: #n2421497
- Companies mentioned: 塩山食品株式会社、楽天スーパーセール、楽天市場店

塩山食品株式会社 will run a 10% off coupon campaign for “Shioyama’s Nankan-age” during 楽天スーパーセール, which begins September 4, 2026.

Facts:
- 10% OFF
- Sept. 4, 2026
- September 11, 2026

## ELP, a web raffle tool aiming for a 100% survey response rate, gets a major update. Refreshed user interface helps prevent drop-offs, while a “raffle × social media sharing” feature helps events generate buzz

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:12:40+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000095.000166888.html
- anchor: #n2421498
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ゼロプレイス、横須賀市

株式会社ゼロプレイス has rolled out a major update to its web raffle tool ELP. The refreshed user interface displays the remaining steps to help prevent drop-offs, while the “raffle × social media sharing” feature boosts event buzz and attendance. The tool was introduced ahead of its wider rollout at a 横須賀市 municipal event, where it achieved 114% of the survey response target.

Facts:
- 114% of the target
- 100 prizes prepared

## TEAM-X group entity obtains paid employment placement license for “craftspeople and on-site workers” (first in Kansai, 4th organization nationwide), providing one-stop recruitment support for the construction industry, from construction management to skilled trades

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:12:13+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000174175.html
- anchor: #n2421499
- Companies mentioned: TEAM-X株式会社、一般社団法人建設技能者転職支援協会

Facts:
- 4 organizations nationwide
- 14 skilled-trade occupations
- Effective job-offer ratio in the 7–8 times range
- Scaffolders and other trades (about ¥4.92 million)

## ニジゲンノモリアトラクション入場券付き直行バスチケットJR西日本観光ナビ・サービス「tabiwa」で発売を開始します。2026年9月2日(水)販売開始

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:12:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002249.000095753.html
- anchor: #n2421500
- Companies mentioned: 西日本旅客鉄道株式会社、JR西日本、淡路島アニメパーク「ニジゲンノモリ」、西日本ジェイアールバス、本四海峡バス

JR西日本 will begin selling a ticket through its travel service app “tabiwa” on September 2, 2026, combining admission to attractions at 淡路島アニメパーク「ニジゲンノモリ」 with a round-trip direct bus ticket between Kobe and the park.

Facts:
- Just ５ minutes
- Approximately 28 Tokyo Domes

## Keyed charging lockers introduced at performing arts venue

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000129313.html
- anchor: #n2421505
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社e-Connect、株式会社スペース・ゼロ

株式会社e-Connect’s keyed “Charging Locker” has been installed at “こくみん共済 coop ホール／スペース・ゼロ,” operated by 株式会社スペース・ゼロ. Equipped with a timer and exhaust fan, it enables equipment to be charged overnight while ensuring safety.

Facts:
- 4-door type
- 1 unit installed

## 【50th anniversary】Three-dimensional pop art by an official MLB artist: Charles Fazzino exhibition to be held at 神戸阪急

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000115.000170085.html
- anchor: #n2421504
- Companies mentioned: ハイスピリッツアンドユウ株式会社、神戸阪急、メジャーリーグベースボール、MLB

An exhibition of three-dimensional pop art by official MLB artist Charles Fazzino will be held at 神戸阪急 from September 16, 2026.

Facts:
- Sept. 16, 2026
- 50th anniversary
- More than 30 years
- Approx. 45x30 cm
- Approx. 74x57 cm
- 2024
- Approx. 53 cm x 33 cm
- Approx. 80 cm x 58 cm
- 2025
- September 29
- Main building, 4th floor
- 10:00〜20:00
- 16:00
- 2005

## Changing the notion that “wheelchair seating means families can’t watch baseball together.” A professional baseball viewing event for children with severe disabilities and their families will be held in Miyagi on Sept. 4 and 5

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000118.000113873.html
- anchor: #n2421503
- Companies mentioned: 特定非営利活動法人EPO、COCOLON、楽天モバイル最強パーク宮城、VISH株式会社、コノベル、公益財団法人JKA、ファミケア、株式会社NEWSTA

COCOLON, operated by 特定非営利活動法人EPO, will hold a professional baseball game-viewing event for children with severe physical and intellectual disabilities and their families at 楽天モバイル最強パーク宮城 on September 4 and 5, 2026. It will provide a variety of seating options and support services to address challenges with wheelchair seating, with support from VISH株式会社 and 公益財団法人JKA.

Facts:
- 2026年9月4日（金）・5日（土）
- Up to 1 caregiver
- Families of 3 or more
- 18:00試合開始
- 10 groups, 40 people each day
- Free admission by invitation
- More than 200 children in total
- Established: April 2015
- EPO since 2016

## The latest self-care goods | Flush, soothe and refresh! 5 items to help you look your best, launching in September

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000432.000083381.html
- anchor: #n2421502
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ハック

株式会社ハック will launch 5 self-care products in September 2026.

Facts:
- Sequentially from September 2026
- 5 self-care products
- 4 functions in 1
- ¥1,280 (tax included)
- ¥1,680 (tax included)
- ¥1,080 (tax included)
- ¥880 (tax included)
- ¥680 (tax included)

## Available only at Sano SA in Tochigi Prefecture: “Milk Cheesecake Strawberry” arrives today at the official online store for a limited time. [東京ミルクチーズ工場]

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001761.000016051.html
- anchor: #n2421501
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社シュクレイ、東京ミルクチーズ工場

株式会社シュクレイ began limited-time sales of its “Milk Cheesecake Strawberry,” available exclusively at Sano SA in Tochigi Prefecture, through its official online store on September 2, 2026.

Facts:
- 2,592 yen (tax included)
- Up to 10 items
- Wednesday, September 2, 2026
- 5,252 yen (tax included)
- 1,458 yen (tax included)
- 2,916 yen (tax included)
- Made with 73% Camembert
- Made with at least 60% Gorgonzola

## RyuyuChick, a budget cabaret dress brand with prices starting at 1,980 yen, supports self-production by newcomers and current performers!

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:07:36+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000174611.html
- anchor: #n2421506
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社シャイリー、Rew-You（リューユ）、RyuyuChick（リューユチック）

株式会社シャイリー, which operates the cabaret dress online store Rew-You, announced that it will support self-production by newcomers and current performers, highlighting prices starting at 1,980 yen for its budget brand RyuyuChick.

Facts:
- Prices from 1,980 yen
- Dresses under 3,000 yen

## Luxury writing instrument brand PARKER（パーカー） launches “Meridian,” its first new collection in 5 years

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:07:19+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000033.000089351.html
- anchor: #n2421507
- Companies mentioned: ニューウェルブランズ・ジャパン合同会社、PARKER（パーカー）

“Meridian,” the first new collection in 5 years from luxury writing instrument brand PARKER, operated by ニューウェルブランズ・ジャパン合同会社, will launch in September 2026.

Facts:
- Launching in September 2026
- Since its founding in 1888
- For more than 138 years
- Launching 8 colors in September
- Adding 5 more colors in November
- Expanding the lineup to a total of 13 colors
- Fountain pens: 14,300–16,500 yen
- Ballpoint pens: 9,900–11,000 yen
- Queen Elizabeth in 1962
- King Charles in 2025

## “廣岡京染工芸” to hold a solo exhibition at 有隣堂 BASEGATE横浜関内店

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:07:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000049.000118809.html
- anchor: #n2421508
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社MOTHER EARTH、廣岡京染工芸、有隣堂 BASEGATE横浜関内店、有隣堂GALLERY、BASEGATE横浜関内 ザ レガシー、上山寿峰先生

“廣岡京染工芸,” operated by 株式会社MOTHER EARTH, will hold the solo exhibition “Kinsai” at 有隣堂 BASEGATE横浜関内店. It will be open to the public free of charge from August 21 to September 24, 2026.

Facts:
- For more than 60 years
- 2026/8/21 (Fri.)
- 9/24 (Thu.)
- 11:00-21:00
- 17:00まで
- Admission: Free
- 1-minute walk
- B1F
- 3 floors, from basement 1 to above-ground 2
- Born in Kyoto Prefecture in 1939
- Became independent in 1965
- 〒105-6234
- 2-5-1 Atago
- 34th floor
- 10:00～17:00

## Sharp’s electronic paper display “ePoster” selected for JR Tokai Agency’s proof-of-concept experiment in transit advertising DX at Tokyo Station

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:06:42+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001595.000012900.html
- anchor: #n2421509
- Companies mentioned: シャープ株式会社、株式会社JR東海エージェンシー、E Ink Holdings Inc.

Facts:
- The project is scheduled to run through spring 2027
- August 8, 2026 (Saturday)

## “CAMPER（カンペール）” unveils its 2026 fall/winter collection and “Floratopia” campaign visuals

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:05:42+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000236.000031308.html
- anchor: #n2421510
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カンペールジャパン、Camper、カンペール、大阪髙島屋

Spanish footwear brand Camper has unveiled its 2026 fall/winter collection and “Floratopia” campaign visuals. New models include the TWINS series, featuring floral patterns inspired by botany, and a pop-up store will be held at 大阪髙島屋.

Facts:
- Autumn and winter 2026
- Approximately 40 countries
- 400 stores
- Approximately 50 stores nationwide
- From September 2 (Wednesday)
- Purchases of 29,700 yen or more, including tax

## Ureru Net Advertising Group (9235) subsidiary Bitcoin Saver named official innovation partner for “FukuokAI Hackathon 2026” to support aspiring student AI talent!

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:04:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000480.000073846.html
- anchor: #n2421511
- Companies mentioned: 売れるネット広告社グループ株式会社、ビットコイン・セイヴァー株式会社、HiroshimAI株式会社、moora

Bitcoin Saver, a consolidated subsidiary of Ureru Net Advertising Group, has been named the official innovation partner for “FukuokAI Hackathon 2026,” an AI hackathon for students.

Facts:
- Securities code 9235
- FukuokAI Hackathon 2026
- 週1回の伴走ミーティング
- Saturday, October 10, 2026
- Through Wednesday, September 30, 2026

## [イオンリテール] “ＬＵＬＵＴＩ” opens its first Osaka city location at Umeda commercial complex “ＨＥＰ ＦＩＶＥ”

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:04:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006058.000007505.html
- anchor: #n2421512
- Companies mentioned: イオンリテール、イオン株式会社、ＬＵＬＵＴＩ、ＨＥＰ ＦＩＶＥ、ＬＥ ＲＯＭＡＮ、ＭＥＲＣＵＲＹＤＵＯ、ｄａｚｚｌｉｎ

イオンリテール has opened a flagship store for its clothing rental business “ＬＵＬＵＴＩ” at the Umeda commercial complex “ＨＥＰ ＦＩＶＥ.” This is the brand’s first location in Osaka City and its 1st flagship store in the Kansai region.

Facts:
- 90 types of dresses
- Approximately 102 m²
- 6,000 yen, excluding tax
- 4th store

## Addressing food challenges for children attending cram school: “Stamitas,” a learning-and-meal service using frozen food vending machines, to be piloted with 日本ハム at 河合塾千種校 starting Monday, September 7

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:04:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000396.000030937.html
- anchor: #n2421513
- Companies mentioned: 学校法人 河合塾、河合塾千種校、河合塾グループ、日本ハム株式会社、日本ハム、北海道日本ハムファイターズ、ニッポンハムグループ

河合塾千種校 will begin a pilot of “Stamitas,” a learning-and-meal service using frozen food vending machines, on September 7 in partnership with 日本ハム.

Facts:
- Starting Monday, September 7
- n=46
- 3 types
- Planned implementation period of approximately 3 months

## [港区, Tokyo] The 20th “Waterfront Festa” will be held again this year!

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:01:26+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000149.000140793.html
- anchor: #n2421514
- Companies mentioned: 港区

港区, Tokyo, will hold the 20th “Waterfront Festa” at Tokyo Metropolitan Odaiba Seaside Park on September 13, Reiwa 8. The event will mark the 80th anniversary of the ward’s administration and the 20th Waterfront Festa, and will feature boat races, stage events and more.

Facts:
- 6-seater
- 3-region competition
- 80th anniversary of ward administration
- 20th Waterside Festa
- September 13, Reiwa 8

## 株式会社overflow to sponsor “Generative AI Conference 2026” (held September 8, 2026) as a gold sponsor

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:01:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000340.000053307.html
- anchor: #n2421515
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社overflow、KDDIアジャイル開発センター株式会社、株式会社kickflow、Ubie株式会社

株式会社overflow will sponsor “Generative AI Conference 2026,” to be held on September 8, 2026, as a gold sponsor.

Facts:
- Sept. 8, 2026
- Capacity: 350 people
- Approximately 40,000 people
- More than 1,000 client companies

## A new Black Ball Edition joins カワサキ’s retro-sport model “Z650RS”! On sale October 1, 2026 (Thu.)

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:44+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000972.000028066.html
- anchor: #n2421516
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カワサキモータースジャパン、カワサキ

株式会社カワサキモータースジャパン will release a new color, “Black Ball Edition,” for the retro-sport model “Z650RS” on October 1, 2026.

Facts:
- Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- 1,089,000 yen
- 1,111,000 yen
- 96 stores nationwide

## カワサキ to launch 2027 models of the “Z900” series, featuring refined “Sugomi” design, on October 1, 2026 (Thu.)

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000969.000028066.html
- anchor: #n2421517
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カワサキモータースジャパン、カワサキ、カワサキ プラザ、ブレンボ、オーリンズ

株式会社カワサキモータースジャパン will release the 2027 models of the supernaked “Z900” and “Z900 SE,” featuring refined “Sugomi” design, on October 1, 2026.

Facts:
- 948 cm³
- 1,485,000 yen
- Base price: 1,350,000 yen
- 1,661,000 yen
- Base price: 1,510,000 yen
- Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- 96 stores nationwide

## 大人気作品「呪術廻戦」の舞台版上演記念『舞台「呪術廻戦」-渋谷事変 前編-in MAGNET by SHIBUYA109』開催！

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000430.000033586.html
- anchor: #n2421518
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SHIBUYA109エンタテイメント、MAGNET by SHIBUYA109、集英社、ネルケプランニング

株式会社SHIBUYA109エンタテイメントは、2026年9月18日から30日まで「MAGNET by SHIBUYA109」にて『舞台「呪術廻戦」-渋谷事変 前編-』の上演記念キャンペーンを開催する。

Facts:
- September 18, 2026 (Friday)
- September 30 (Wed.)
- 1会計1,000円（税込）
- 1会計2,000円（税込）
- S seats / S-side seats: 11,800 yen
- A seats: 9,800 yen

## Exhibiting at “Smart Factory EXPO Autumn”; showcasing AI edge devices and 3D safety LiDAR

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000096.000013146.html
- anchor: #n2421519
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ネクスティ エレクトロニクス、豊田通商グループ

Facts:
- Sep. 9 (Wed.)–11 (Fri.), 2026

## TOWING and 兼松 achieve bundled supply of domestically grown rice and environmental value to 力の源カンパニー, which operates 一風堂

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000073.000081010.html
- anchor: #n2421595
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TOWING、TOWING、兼松株式会社、兼松、株式会社力の源カンパニー、力の源カンパニー、力の源、あきたのこまち農場、生産者、一風堂、農林水産省

TOWING and 兼松 have achieved bundled supply of domestically grown rice and environmental value (J-Credits) to 力の源カンパニー. 力の源, which operates 一風堂, is serving the rice at its domestic locations, aiming to reduce GHG emissions and improve soil through biochar application.

Facts:
- Founded in February 2020
- 〒464‐8601
- 1 Furocho
- Established: February 27, 2020
- 2024年農林水産省中小企業イノベーション創出推進基金事業
- SBIR Phase 3 Fund Project

## OrcaRouter、モデルリーダーボードで「GPT-5.6 Luna」が総合1位を維持

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000074.000138449.html
- anchor: #n2421594
- Companies mentioned: FlashLabs株式会社、Continuum AI、OpenAI、Anthropic、Moonshot AI、Z.ai、Alibaba、xAI

FlashLabs株式会社 announced that OpenAI’s “GPT-5.6 Luna” scored 75.2 points on the proprietary “Composite Index” and remains No. 1 overall on the model leaderboard for “OrcaRouter,” an AI inference gateway exclusively available in the Japanese market (as of September 1, 2026). Anthropic’s “Claude Opus 5” (72.4 points) and OpenAI’s “GPT-5.6 Sol” (71.8 points) follow. The Composite Index is a proprietary metric comprising 4 elements: human preference (40%), independent benchmarks (30%), production usage (20%), and ecosystem penetration (10%).

Facts:
- 「GPT-5.6 Luna」が75.2点で総合1位を維持
- “Claude Opus 5” ranks second overall (72.4 points)
- “GPT-5.6 Sol” ranks third (71.8 points)
- Human preference (40%)
- Independent benchmarks (30%)
- Production usage (20%)
- Ecosystem penetration (10%)
- Access more than 200 LLMs and generative AI models through a single gateway
- New models are added to the list within 48 hours of release, with ongoing updates
- (As of September 1, 2026; according to our research※1)

## 早稲田大学とオックスフォード大学が共同開発した経営人材育成プログラム第2期を開催

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000075.000065365.html
- anchor: #n2421593
- Companies mentioned: 早稲田大学、オックスフォード大学、英国オックスフォード大学サイードビジネススクール、早稲田大学ビジネス・ファイナンス研究センター、早稲田大学商学学術院大学院経営管理研究科、菅野 寛、文部科学省、早稲田大学ファイナンス研究センター、早稲田大学WBS研究センター

早稲田大学 and オックスフォード大学 will run the second cohort of “GLAP,” a management talent development program they jointly developed.

Facts:
- 27 leading Japanese companies
- 41 leaders
- 5-day intensive residential training program in Tokyo
- Program period: December 2026–February 2027 (planned)
- Newly launched on September 1, 2017

## “QuickAGENT,” a service for recruiting outsourced IT talent in one go, adds new “AI Matching” feature and launches full-scale rollout from September 2

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000076.000126520.html
- anchor: #n2421592
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社テックビズ、株式会社ポテパン、クイックエージェント

Facts:
- More than 400 outsourced talent recruitment agencies
- A broad pool of more than 10,000 candidates
- 10,000 companies using the service
- More than 30,000 cumulative talent placement cases
- Approximately 3,000 client companies
- Approximately 97% continued engagement rate

## “Keio vs. Odakyu: Rail Line Loyalty Battle” to be held from September 14

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000077.000067263.html
- anchor: #n2421591
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社休日ハック、京王電鉄株式会社、小田急電鉄株式会社、京王百貨店、小田急百貨店、よみうりランド、サンリオピューロランド、京王プラザホテル、京王高尾山温泉、極楽湯、箱根湯寮、山のホテル、京王れーるランド、ロマンスカーミュージアム、株式会社デンソーウェーブ

株式会社休日ハック, Keio Corporation, and Odakyu Electric Railway will hold “Keio vs. Odakyu: Rail Line Loyalty Battle,” a free puzzle-solving event set across 44 stations along the Keio and Odakyu lines, from September 14 to November 30, 2026.

Facts:
- September 14, 2026 (Mon.)
- November 30 (Mon.)
- 44 stations in total
- 50 points added
- 200 points
- 100 points added
- 20 points
- 10 points added
- A total of 10,000 yen worth
- 5,000 yen worth

## From original illustrations to interactive attractions! “The World of Thomas the Tank Engine,” an exhibition at the video museum for the whole family, opens October 6, 2026 (Tue.)

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000091.000058856.html
- anchor: #n2421590
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社デジタルSKIPステーション、埼玉県、埼玉県教育委員会、川口市、川口市教育委員会、マテル・インターナショナル、ソニー・クリエイティブプロダクツ、ポプラ社、原鉄道模型博物館、東映、SKIPシティ 彩の国ビジュアルプラザ 映像ミュージアム

The exhibition “The World of Thomas the Tank Engine,” celebrating the series’ 80th anniversary since the original book was published in 1945, is set to open at the SKIP City Visual Museum on October 6, 2026. The family-friendly exhibition will feature original illustrations and interactive projection mapping, among other attractions.

Facts:
- 80th anniversary
- October 6, 2026
- Dec. 13, 2026
- 9:30
- 17:00
- 16:30
- 520 yen
- 260 yen

## Survey on Digital Use by Age Group: Is the Digital Barrier for People in Their 70s Not “Operation” but “Authentication”?

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000097.000009990.html
- anchor: #n2421589
- Companies mentioned: レガシィマネジメントグループ、税理士法人レガシィ、株式会社レガシィ、行政書士法人レガシィ、ワクデジ

Facts:
- Among respondents in their 70s in this survey (n=35), 45.7% said they could “operate digital devices on their own without any problems.”
- Among the same respondents in their 70s, 71.4% said they “often have trouble” or “sometimes have trouble” with IDs and passwords.
- Even among respondents in their 70s who said they could “operate digital devices on their own without any problems” (n=16), 56.3% had experienced trouble with IDs and passwords.
- The percentage who said they “want to keep learning how to use digital devices” was 92.3% among people in their 60s.
- The PC usage rate was high among respondents in their 70s in this survey, at 94.3%.
- Among respondents in their 70s in this survey, the PC usage rate was 94.3%, while the smartphone usage rate was 88.6%.
- Among satisfied respondents, the percentage who said they want to keep learning how to use digital devices was 90.9% for people in their 60s.

## [Manfrotto] Expanding the ONE platform to advance creators’ workflows

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000108.000046462.html
- anchor: #n2421588
- Companies mentioned: ヴィデンダム株式会社、Manfrotto

ヴィデンダム株式会社 is expanding the ONE platform with the launch of Manfrotto ONE Video, a tripod system newly developed for video shooting, and the addition of XCHANGE-compatible tripod heads and accessories.

Facts:
- Launched in 2025
- Weight: 4.2 kg
- Load capacity: 5.0 kg
- Weight: 4.7 kg
- Load capacity: 8.0 kg
- Weight: 1.72 kg
- Load capacity: 12.0 kg
- Load capacity: 15 kg

## Lecture on September 16 explores the region’s appeal through the history of Okuradani and Inazume Shrine—how the town’s landscape can be seen anew through its history from ancient times to the early modern period

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000113.000169895.html
- anchor: #n2421587
- Companies mentioned: 神戸学院大学、明石市立大蔵コミュニティ・センター、明石市役所、明石しごせんロマン塾事務局

Associate Professor 中村健史 of 神戸学院大学 and 小野明日香 will give a lecture on “The History of Okuradani and Inazume Shrine” at “Akashi Shigosen Roman Juku 68,” to be held on September 16, 2026.

Facts:
- Sept. 16, 2026
- 500 yen
- 50 participants
- 14:00～15:30

## 芝パークホテル contributes to society through the “Book Baton Project”

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000116.000041134.html
- anchor: #n2421586
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社芝パークホテル、芝パークホテル、認定NPO法人ルーム・トゥ・リード・ジャパン、ルーム・トゥ・リード・ジャパン、Room to Read Japan、株式会社バリューブックス、銀座蔦屋書店

株式会社芝パークホテル will participate in the “Book Baton Project” run by 認定NPO法人ルーム・トゥ・リード・ジャパン and begin collecting book donations on June 17, 2026. Donated books will be displayed on the premises, and proceeds from their sale will support education for children around the world.

Facts:
- Stocking approximately 2,000 books
- A total of 8,000 books have been donated
- Activities have been carried out in 29 countries
- Supported the learning of more than 17 million children in 2025 alone
- 198 guest rooms

## Participating in the 13th Mynavi Career Koshien (2026 tournament), a nationwide high school business idea competition

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000119.000069357.html
- anchor: #n2421585
- Companies mentioned: セコム株式会社、株式会社マイナビ、セコムグループ

セコム株式会社 will participate in the 13th Mynavi Career Koshien (2026 tournament), a high school business idea competition hosted by 株式会社マイナビ. This year’s theme is new services that create “reassurance through anticipation,” and the セコム株式会社 representative team won last year’s final.

Facts:
- 13th
- 2026 tournament
- 11,668 participants nationwide
- 3,151 teams
- 1 million yen in travel vouchers for overseas trips
- A total of 2,800 companies
- More than 4,400 people

## シヤチハタ, エヴィクサー and サイバートラスト implement C2PA signer verification in the content provenance verification service “SIGNED SOUND”

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000121.000086813.html
- anchor: #n2421584
- Companies mentioned: シヤチハタ株式会社、エヴィクサー株式会社、サイバートラスト株式会社、シヤチハタ、エヴィクサー、サイバートラスト

シヤチハタ、エヴィクサー、サイバートラストの3社は、コンテンツ来歴検証サービス「SIGNED SOUND」において、C2PA署名主体確認を実装したと発表した。これにより、音声コンテンツの真正性を国際標準C2PAで証明できる環境が提供される。

Facts:
- More than 1.16 million installations
- Revenue: 18.2 billion yen
- Revenue: 320 million yen
- Revenue: 8.36 billion yen

## THE COURTYARD KITCHEN(ザ・コートヤードキッチン) reopens with a new buffet style starting Wednesday, September 2

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000129.000025522.html
- anchor: #n2421583
- Companies mentioned: 有限会社春華堂、nicoe、THE COURTYARD KITCHEN(ザ・コートヤードキッチン)

有限会社春華堂 will reopen THE COURTYARD KITCHEN at the Hamakita Sweets Community nicoe on September 2, 2026, introducing buffet-style service for lunch and dessert.

Facts:
- Wednesday, September 2, 2026
- 100-minute seating with a choice of main dish
- 80-minute time limit
- 2,970–3,850 yen
- Adults: 2,200 yen
- Elementary school students: 990 yen
- 550 yen
- 3,980 yen
- Adults: 2,500 yen

## Energy-saving renovation work completed at 小田急新宿喜楓ビル, the first building owned by the company to receive ZEB Ready certification

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000145.000054964.html
- anchor: #n2421582
- Companies mentioned: 小田急不動産株式会社、小田急新宿喜楓ビル

## GREEN×EXPO 2027: Earth Together—Applications open for public lectures in the “Let’s Green Class” program, where participants explore environmental coexistence with experts—drawing on knowledge to consider how people and the environment can coexist

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000149.000097656.html
- anchor: #n2421581
- Companies mentioned: 公益社団法人２０２７年国際園芸博覧会協会、GREEN×EXPO協会

公益社団法人２０２７年国際園芸博覧会協会 will begin accepting applications on September 7, 2026, for “Let’s Green Class,” a public lecture program at GREEN×EXPO 2027. Eligible applicants include academic institutions and companies, and approximately 300 lectures will be selected.

Facts:
- 2027
- September 7, 2026
- Approximately 300 lectures

## GREEN×EXPO 2027 admission tickets now on sale at convenience stores nationwide—Once you know which day you want to visit, head to a convenience store. Tickets with reserved visit dates and times now on sale!

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000151.000097656.html
- anchor: #n2421580
- Companies mentioned: 公益社団法人２０２７年国際園芸博覧会協会、GREEN×EXPO協会、セブン‐イレブン、ファミリーマート、ローソン

GREEN×EXPO協会 will begin selling admission tickets with reserved visit dates and times at セブン‐イレブン, ファミリーマート and ローソン nationwide on September 18, 2026.

Facts:
- September 18, 2026 (Friday)

## Six months until GREEN×EXPO 2027 opens! Special lighting inspired by the official GREEN×EXPO 2027 mascot character “トゥンクトゥンク” to be displayed at Tokyo Skytree®

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000152.000097656.html
- anchor: #n2421579
- Companies mentioned: 公益社団法人２０２７年国際園芸博覧会協会、GREEN×EXPO協会、東武タワースカイツリー株式会社

公益社団法人２０２７年国際園芸博覧会協会, in cooperation with 東武タワースカイツリー株式会社, will present special lighting ahead of the opening of GREEN×EXPO 2027 on September 15, 2026, December 9, and March 19, 2027.

Facts:
- Tuesday, September 15, 2026
- On December 9, 2026, 100 days before the opening
- Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2026
- Friday, March 19, 2027
- Special lighting in ４ colors: green, blue, pink and yellow

## A “nutrition fireworks display” visualizing nutritional conditions across Japan fills the planetarium! ゼスプリ hosts presentation of “Nutrition Fireworks: Another Hazard Map”

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000159.000015230.html
- anchor: #n2421578
- Companies mentioned: ゼスプリ インターナショナル ジャパン株式会社、ゼスプリ、コニカミノルタプラネタリアTOKYO、日本栄養実践科学戦略機構、東京大学、高齢社会総合研究機構、未来ビジョン研究センター、女子栄養大学、麻布大学、日本初調査総研合同会社、厚生労働省、電通マクロミルインサイト

ゼスプリ International Japan held a presentation of “Nutrition Fireworks: Another Hazard Map,” which visualizes nutritional conditions across Japan, at コニカミノルタプラネタリアTOKYO, unveiling the reality of hidden malnutrition and regional challenges.

Facts:
- Wednesday, September 2, 2026
- About 1 in 3 adults in Japan are malnourished
- Of those, 52.1% believe they are “not malnourished”
- Visualizes nutritional conditions and challenges across all 47 prefectures
- Data covering 89 items, including food access, economic circumstances and lifestyle habits
- Survey data covering approximately 10,000 people nationwide
- Through 6 billion servings of high-quality, nutritious kiwifruit
- 2024年8月4日に「ゼスプリ栄養改革プロジェクト」を発足しました
- Current value: 60.3%
- Survey subjects: 10,200 people nationwide in their 20s to 70s

## Aeon Cinema Odaka to upgrade its IMAX® Digital Theatre to an IMAX® Laser Theatre

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000168.000105594.html
- anchor: #n2421577
- Companies mentioned: イオンエンターテイメント株式会社、TOHO、IMAX社、IMAX Corporation

Aeon Entertainment announced that it will upgrade the IMAX Digital Theatre at Aeon Cinema Odaka to an IMAX Laser Theatre starting Nov. 3, 2026.

Facts:
- Operates 99 Aeon Cinema theaters nationwide
- Introduced in 2016
- From Nov. 3, 2026 (Tuesday, holiday)
- Innovative 4K laser projection system
- State-of-the-art 12-channel sound system
- Closure period: Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026
- through Monday, Nov. 2
- The 3D glasses used for screenings at the former IMAX Digital Theatre cannot be used. ※ The IMAX surcharge will be revised from +400 yen to +600 yen.
- The IMAX surcharge will be revised from +400 yen to +600 yen.

## JR東日本社員撮影カレンダーを販売します！

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000182.000109432.html
- anchor: #n2421576
- Companies mentioned: 東日本旅客鉄道株式会社、JR東日本、株式会社JR東日本商事、JR東日本商事

JR東日本とJR東日本商事は、社員撮影による2027年カレンダー「車両ベース編」と「引退車両編」の2種類を販売開始する。価格は1,650円（税込）で、2026年9月7日より各店舗で順次発売される。

Facts:
- 2027
- Sept. 7, 2026
- 1,650 yen
- 2 types

## JR Group 5-company joint project: 2027 employee-photographed calendar

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000183.000109432.html
- anchor: #n2421575
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社北海道ジェイ・アール商事、株式会社ＪＲ東日本商事、ジェイアール西日本商事株式会社、四国旅客鉄道株式会社、JR九州商事株式会社、キヨスク札幌ラッチ中店、北海道四季彩館札幌東店、北海道四季彩館旭川西店、北海道四季彩館JR函館店、北海道四季彩館北見店、北海道四季彩館帯広店、北海道四季彩館釧路店、TRAINIART TOKYO グランスタ店、ミュージアムショップTRAINIART鉄道博物館店、GENERAL STORE RAILYARD 大宮、GENERAL STORE RAILYARD秋葉原、書泉ブックタワー、京都鉄道博物館ミュージアムショップ、セブンｰイレブンKiosk高松駅店、セブンｰイレブンKiosk松山駅店、Kiosk高知銘品館、セブンｰイレブンKiosk徳島銘品館店、イオン九州、JRE MALL、TRAINIART JRE MALL店、トレインボックス、JR西日本公式産直オンラインショップ、DISCOVER WEST mall、WESTERモール店、JQ MALL

The 5 JR Group companies (北海道ジェイ・アール商事, JR東日本商事, ジェイアール西日本商事, 四国旅客鉄道 and JR九州商事) will jointly begin selling the “2027 Employee-Photographed Calendar.” Priced at 1,650 yen, the A3-size calendar features train photographs and scenes from rail yards, among other images, from each company.

Facts:
- 2027 Employee-Photographed Calendar
- Starting Monday, Sept. 7, 2026
- 1,650 yen (tax included)
- A3 size

## 日本HP、建築・エンジニアリング・建設業界向けのプロジェクト管理コラボレーションプラットフォーム「HP Build Workspace」日本語版の提供を開始

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000193.000068112.html
- anchor: #n2421574
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 日本HP、日本HP、HP Inc.

株式会社日本HP has launched the Japanese-language version of “HP Build Workspace,” a project management and collaboration platform for the architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) industries. The platform features AI-powered drawing vectorization, helping bridge the gap between paper and digital drawings and cut drafting time by up to 80%. Sales have also begun for the “HP DesignJet T2600 dr PS MFP A0 model PE｜Build Connected®” multifunction printer, which can be integrated with the service.

Facts:
- Up to 80%
- More than 1,000 cases
- 59,400 yen.
- 268,400 yen
- 487,300 yen
- more than 180 countries

## Exclusive openings and expanded support in areas including CFO, global careers and IPOs: CPA Excellent Partners significantly upgrades its career support business

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000213.000080248.html
- anchor: #n2421573
- Companies mentioned: CPAエクセレントパートナーズ株式会社、バリューアップパートナー株式会社、WITH international Japan株式会社、WARC AGENT、CPAグループ、CPASSキャリア、CPAキャリアサポート株式会社、CPA会計学院、CPAラーニング、CPASS、CPAジョブズ

CPA Excellent Partners has significantly upgraded its career support services in areas including CFO, global careers and IPOs through the participation of バリューアップパートナー株式会社 and WITH international Japan株式会社, and the succession of the WARC AGENT business.

Facts:
- Established: September 2001
- More than 400 business leaders
- A track record of supporting more than 13,000 people
- Established: April 2015

## ServiceNow announces Autonomous Security, the industry’s most comprehensive security solution

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000215.000029239.html
- anchor: #n2421572
- Companies mentioned: ServiceNow、ServiceNow Japan合同会社、ServiceNow, Inc.

ServiceNow announced its Autonomous Security vision for prevention-first, AI-native cyber defense, along with 6 integrated security solutions. The offering is designed to help organizations move from fragmented security tools to a single, unified system and achieve Shift Zero (zero exposure).

Facts:
- 6 integrated security solutions
- The average enterprise operates more than 70 security tools
- Machine identities double every 18 months

## —“Walk through the city with art.” The 1st Maebashi International Arts Festival 2026 opens Saturday, Sept. 19 —

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000232.000065348.html
- anchor: #n2421571
- Companies mentioned: 前橋国際芸術祭2026実行委員会、エイベックス・クリエイター・エージェンシー株式会社、白井屋ホテル、まえばしガレリア、グルマンカレー、コーヒーハウス シープ、里の家、ノーチェ・アズール、ビストロ欅、ピッツェリアペスカ 前橋まちなか店、モア・スープ、ヘラルボニー、公益財団法人 東京オペラシティ文化財団、日本生命保険相互会社、相互物産株式会社、サントリー株式会社、株式会社ジンズホールディングス、サントリーグルメ開発部、サントリーウイスキー

The executive committee for the Maebashi International Arts Festival 2026 has announced further details ahead of its Sept. 19 opening, including the details of the gastronomy project “Food as Art ?”; ticket sales for the opening live performance and theater; the announcement of co-creation artists working with ヘラルボニー; a collaboration linking works by Yoshikazu Yamagata with an exhibition at Tokyo Opera City Art Gallery; and collaborative projects with Suntory and JINS Holdings.

Facts:
- 80 days
- 128 countries and regions worldwide
- 1,000 yen (tax included)
- 2,000 yen (tax included)
- Capacity of 70 people per session
- General admission: 1,800 yen
- University and high school students: 1,100 yen

## CPHI Japan 2026 to run the “Better Stands Program”

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000234.000011263.html
- anchor: #n2421570
- Companies mentioned: インフォーマグループ、インフォーマ マーケッツ ジャパン株式会社、株式会社日本触媒、Kyongbo Pharmaceutical、SHL Medical、Almac Group、アイパークインスティチュート株式会社、大成化工株式会社、塩野フィネス株式会社、株式会社トップ、株式会社テストー、株式会社ワイエムシィ、UBE株式会社、共同インターナショナル株式会社、長瀬産業株式会社、Metal Industries Research & Development Centre、Scinopharm Taiwan

Facts:
- Hosts approximately 800 trade shows a year around the world
- 15 companies that met Informa’s standards selected as winners of the “Sustainability Award 2026”
- Attended by participants from approximately 70 countries and regions worldwide

## Osaka Se Brand makes its debut at KITTE Osaka! Certified products will be sold and workshops held

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000257.000104413.html
- anchor: #n2421569
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人大阪産業局、株式会社エムズブランディング、大阪観光局、大阪商工会議所、丸安洋傘株式会社、株式会社カナタ製作所、協栄金属工業株式会社、太洋株式会社、紙戸屋・中野表具店、大徳木管工業株式会社、サンビー工業株式会社、うたたね

Sales of Osaka Se Brand-certified products and workshops will be held at “akinai Osaka” inside KITTE Osaka starting Sept. 10, 2026. Following events featuring 丸安洋傘株式会社 and 株式会社カナタ製作所, 協栄金属工業株式会社 and 太洋株式会社 are also scheduled to participate.

Facts:
- 7,700 yen (tax included)
- 5,500 yen (tax included)
- Shipping: 550 yen (tax included)
- 3,300 yen, tax included

## Talk event for business leaders struggling with “employees leaving even after pay raises”: “What does a pay raise that suits small and medium-sized businesses look like?”

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000258.000104413.html
- anchor: #n2421568
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人大阪産業局、reborn株式会社、平安伸銅工業株式会社、近畿経済産業局、さくらインターネット株式会社

Facts:
- Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026, 13:00–15:30

## [65th anniversary of the release of “Breakfast at Tiffany’s”] In September, “ザ・シネマ” spotlights Audrey Hepburn, the “fashion icon of the century” and “eternal fairy”!

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000281.000010255.html
- anchor: #n2421567
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ＡＸＮエンタテインメント、ザ・シネマ、スカパー！、J：COM、ひかりTV、auひかり、ユニセフ、PARAMOUNT PICTURES CORPORATION

The movie channel “ザ・シネマ” will air a September spotlight featuring 5 films starring Audrey Hepburn, including “Breakfast at Tiffany’s,” which marks its 65th anniversary.

Facts:
- 65th anniversary of release
- 5 films
- Delivered 24 hours a day
- About 30 minutes

## Consideration of careers in municipal technical positions differs by more than 10 times depending on whether people have encountered relevant information

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000282.000017667.html
- anchor: #n2421566
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アカリク、国土交通省、総務省、文部科学省、神奈川県相模原市、東京都、大阪市、仙台市、千葉県、神奈川県

A survey by 株式会社アカリク found that many graduate students were unaware of technical positions at local governments, and that consideration rates differed by more than 10 times depending on whether they had encountered relevant information. Sagamihara City is using “Acaric” in its recruitment efforts.

Facts:
- 207 graduate students
- 82.1% said they were “unaware”
- A difference of more than 10 times
- As much as 25%
- Stands at 2.3%
- The rate of having considered it was 3.7%
- At 44–53%
- Interest rose to 38.6%
- The rate of increase in interest among women was 55.9%
- Compared with 29.9% among men
- “Limited work locations” accounted for 11.7%
- 87.9% of respondents
- 81.3% “do not know” what the job entails
- Even among those who received job offers, 78.3%
- 31.9% of all respondents
- The remaining 68.1%
- 9.5%, compared with the overall average

## Reiwa ８ Special Exhibition: “The Odawara Hojo Clan and Toyotomi Hideyoshi Documents—Warring States-Era Documents in the Museum Collection” [Yokohama Archives of History]

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000287.000064384.html
- anchor: #n2421565
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人横浜市ふるさと歴史財団、横浜市史編纂記念、横浜市歴史博物館、teket.jp

The Yokohama Archives of History, operated by 公益財団法人横浜市ふるさと歴史財団, will hold a special exhibition, “The Odawara Hojo Clan and Toyotomi Hideyoshi Documents,” from September 15 to December 27, Reiwa 8. It will introduce historical documents from the Warring States period and the work of local historians, and will also offer related lectures.

Facts:
- General admission ¥500
- 250 yen
- Participation fee: ¥1,000
- １，０００ yen (tax included)
- 50 people per session

## AI program for middle and high school students “SHIFT AI Junior” to begin full-scale provision on September 1 to 青楓館高等学院, which offers its own advanced education

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000289.000116644.html
- anchor: #n2421564
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SHIFT AI、青楓館高等学院、GMOリサーチ&AI株式会社、一般社団法人生成AI活用普及協会、GMO AI＆Web3株式会社、GMO AI＆ロボティクス商事

株式会社SHIFT AI began full-scale provision of “SHIFT AI Junior,” an AI learning program for middle and high school students, to 青楓館高等学院, a correspondence high school support school in Hyogo Prefecture, on September 1, 2026.

Facts:
- Membership exceeds 40,000
- Capital: 83 million yen
- 150,000 followers
- Starts September 1, 2026 (Tuesday)
- Established on March 18, 2022

## ゼネラル・オイスター steps up sales through its official online store “e-oyster” ahead of peak oyster demand

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000291.000009278.html
- anchor: #n2421563
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ゼネラル・オイスター、ゼネラル・オイスター

株式会社ゼネラル・オイスター will step up sales on its official online store “e-oyster” ahead of the fall and winter season, when demand for oysters rises. It plans in particular to sell “frozen oysters in the shell for raw consumption,” purified with deep-sea water and processed using special freezing technology.

Facts:
- More than 48 hours
- 2017
- Patent No. 6240037
- May 2026
- Approximately 20 minutes
- 1,500g
- 8,600 yen
- 1,400 yen
- 10,000 yen
- A depth of 200m
- 33 stores nationwide
- September 2, 2026
- Founded in 2000
- 2016

## Launch of “Money Sketch,” an experiential financial education website for young people becoming financially independent

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000295.000072105.html
- anchor: #n2421562
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社みんなの銀行、みんなの銀行、福岡銀行

株式会社みんなの銀行 launched “Money Sketch,” an experiential financial education website for young people becoming financially independent, on September 2, 2026.

Facts:
- A popular assessment experienced by more than 4万人
- Just answer 10 questions
- 1本約5分の実践的なオリジナル動画
- Launch date: September 2, 2026

## “Akama Village Rice Harvesting Experience” to be held on September 6

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000298.000123722.html
- anchor: #n2421561
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人グリーンコープ共同体、グリーンコープ生活協同組合ふくおか、赤村有機農業生産組合、赤村自然といのちを考える会、グリーンコープ生活協同組合連合会、社会福祉法人グリーンコープ、労働協同組合

グリーンコープ生活協同組合ふくおか, a member of 一般社団法人グリーンコープ共同体, will hold a rice harvesting experience without the use of chemically synthesized pesticides in Akama Village, Fukuoka Prefecture, on September 6, together with 赤村有機農業生産組合.

Facts:
- 16 consumer cooperatives, mainly in western Japan
- Will be held on September 6 (Sunday)
- Founded in 1991 as “赤村自然といのちを考える会”
- Renamed in 2012
- More than 30 years since its founding
- Since 1993, as a member of Green Co-op’s direct-trade rice producers
- Date and time: September 6 (Sunday), 9:30–11:30
- 13：00～15：00
- In 2018, グリーンコープ生活協同組合連合会 and others

## Appointment of a new editor-in-chief

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000320.000004767.html
- anchor: #n2421560
- Companies mentioned: 東洋経済新報社、週刊東洋経済、東洋経済オンライン、日本経済新聞社、NewsPicks、会社四季報、会社四季報オンライン、米国会社四季報、ハーバード大学、ケネディスクール、シンガポール国立大学、リー・クアンユー公共政策大学院、リー財団

Facts:
- A history spanning more than 130 years
- Some 90 years

## First store in Saitama Prefecture! Map Design GALLERY, the lifestyle goods brand by ゼンリン, to open a limited-time POP-UP STORE at ルミネ大宮 from September 8, 2026 (Tuesday)!

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000327.000067172.html
- anchor: #n2421559
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ゼンリン、ゼンリン、Map Design GALLERY、ルミネ大宮、LUMINE2

Map Design GALLERY, the lifestyle goods brand of 株式会社ゼンリン, will open a limited-time POP-UP STORE at ルミネ大宮 from September 8, 2026. It will be the brand’s first store in Saitama Prefecture.

Facts:
- Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2026
- 47 prefectures
- For the first 150 guests
- 4,400 yen (tax included)
- ¥3,850 (tax included)
- \5,500 (tax included)
- Worth approximately 16,000 yen

## Announcement of a bronze partner agreement with 北日本音響株式会社

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000329.000035880.html
- anchor: #n2421558
- Companies mentioned: 北日本音響株式会社、東京サンロッカーズ、株式会社サンロッカーズ

東京サンロッカーズ has signed a bronze partner agreement with 北日本音響株式会社 for the 2026-27 season.

Facts:
- 2026-27 season
- Set to open in September
- Founded in 1935
- In 2025, it marked its 90th anniversary as the oldest club in the B.League
- 90th anniversary of its founding

## [Rebroadcast due to popular demand!] Using AI and gamification to engage the vast majority of inactive light users: “LTV Optimization Strategy” in an era of soaring CAC

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000358.000080464.html
- anchor: #n2421557
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ギックス

株式会社ギックス will offer a free archived webinar on September 9 and 10, 2026, on LTV optimization strategies in an era of soaring CAC.

Facts:
- Wednesday, September 9, 2026
- Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026
- 13:00～13:30
- 12:00～12:30
- Patents 6841539 and others

## The “Takasaki Line Recurrent School 2026” returns for its 3rd year!

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000379.000034286.html
- anchor: #n2421556
- Companies mentioned: 本庄デパートメント株式会社、JR東日本スタートアップ株式会社、東日本旅客鉄道株式会社、JR東日本熊谷事業本部、株式会社デンソーウェーブ

An overview and track record of “Takasaki Line Recurrent School 2026,” co-created by 本庄デパートメント株式会社, JR東日本スタートアップ株式会社 and JR東日本熊谷事業本部.

Facts:
- Marking its ３rd year
- A total of 15 people, including high school students, have taken the course to date
- 8 sessions in the full course
- ４ required seminars
- 4 elective classes
- Students: 55,000 yen
- General: 71,500 yen
- Single-session enrollment in an elective class: 5,500 yen per class
- Capacity (10 people)

## Announcement of 澤穂希’s appointment as Future Creation Ambassador

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000392.000053979.html
- anchor: #n2421555
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社AC福島ユナイテッド、府ロクサッカークラブ、読売SCベレーザ、読売JSCベレーザ、読売西友ベレーザ、読売ベレーザ、コロラド・デンバー・ダイヤモンズ、アトランタ・ビート、日テレ・ベレーザ、ワシントン・フリーダム、INAC神戸レオネッサ

株式会社AC福島ユナイテッド announced the appointment of 澤穂希 as Future Creation Ambassador. She will work to advance plans for a new stadium, realize Fukushima SSP and develop educational programs for the next generation.

Facts:
- 205 appearances
- 83 goals

## Shachihata, Evixar and Cybertrust implement C2PA signer verification in the provenance verification service “SIGNED SOUND”

- Published: 2026-09-02T14:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000423.000005556.html
- anchor: #n2421554
- Companies mentioned: シヤチハタ株式会社、エヴィクサー株式会社、サイバートラスト株式会社、総務省

シヤチハタ、エヴィクサー、サイバートラストの3社は、コンテンツ来歴検証サービス「SIGNED SOUND」において、C2PA署名主体確認を実装したと発表した。これにより、ディープフェイクや偽情報に対し、音声コンテンツの真正性を国際標準C2PAで証明できる環境が提供される。

Facts:
- 導入 116 万件超
- 売上高 182 億円
- 売上高 3 億 2,000 万円
- Revenue: 8.36 billion yen