# AI News 180m Report｜2026-09-03 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 7 of 9

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 690 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 142 items from 4 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Eliminate manual FAX data entry in food distribution. Launch of “AUDER AI-OCR,” an industry-specific AI-OCR service

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000152258.html
- anchor: #n2457028
- Companies mentioned: AUDER株式会社、福岡県魚市場株式会社、株式会社エス・ケー・ライン、ALL STAR SAAS FUND、農林中金キャピタル、日本政策金融公庫

Facts:
- ¥450 million

## New game in the “ロリポップチェーンソー” series, which has sold more than 1.5 million copies cumulatively, to be revealed worldwide for the first time at the セガ／アトラス booth at TOKYO GAME SHOW 2026!

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000166028.html
- anchor: #n2457027
- Companies mentioned: NADA HOLDINGS CORP.、Dragami Games、セガ、アトラス、JP UNIVERSE株式会社、株式会社エクストリーム

Facts:
- More than 1.6 million followers across social media

## Pediatrics takes food education beyond the exam room

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000186373.html
- anchor: #n2457026
- Companies mentioned: Hikari Table株式会社、まつむらこどもクリニック

Facts:
- The project received 23 submissions from children ranging from preschoolers to high school students

## 日野コンピューターシステム to exhibit at “International Logistics Exhibition 2026”

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000188322.html
- anchor: #n2457025
- Companies mentioned: 日野コンピューターシステム、日野自動車、三菱ふそう、PST株式会社

Facts:
- Logistics big data service covering 500,000 vehicles nationwide
- ¥3,000

## Choose, create and wear what you find “cute.” New handmade brand “Deco lu Me” launches nationwide on September 19 from one of Osaka’s largest craft stores

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000189728.html
- anchor: #n2457024
- Companies mentioned: エルベール株式会社、Deco lu Me、デコデコ団

Facts:
- Launching on September 3, 2026
- Starting September 19

## First installment in the “ぶちAI” series launches September 2: “ぶちAIゲートウェイ” goes on sale, stopping confidential information before it is sent to AI, while applications open for “ぶちAIワーク,” an in-house AI service that optimizes IT costs

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000168596.html
- anchor: #n2457023
- Companies mentioned: ヤマネックス株式会社、Claude Code、Codex、ChatGPT

Facts:
- “I feel very uneasy about entering confidential information”
- “We lack the people and organizational capacity, both inside and outside the company, to promote AI and DX”

## Vacuum storage container “STOQ,” which recorded ¥20.94 million in Makuake backing and achieved 6,982% of its target, launches September 4 — purchasers get 12 months of free access to the AI food-scanning app

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000181600.html
- anchor: #n2457022
- Companies mentioned: NAYU株式会社、Makuake、楽天市場、cookpad plus、STOQ、STOQ 保存アシスタント

Facts:
- 12 months free
- Starter set: ¥21,900
- Purpose-specific set: ¥18,420
- Container only: ¥2,980
- Slim pump only: ¥6,980

## 株式会社スマートゲート acquires shares in 株式会社Seventh-Pitch, making it a group company

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000059798.html
- anchor: #n2457021
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スマートゲート、株式会社Seventh-Pitch

Facts:
- Effective September 1, 2026

## Launch of the “Solo PR Strategy Office,” which turns a “one-person PR team” into a strategic business asset

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000107226.html
- anchor: #n2457020
- Companies mentioned: ハッピーPR株式会社、PRイネーブルメント研究所

Facts:
- A workshop series spanning 6 months and 6 sessions
- Price: ¥1.8 million (before tax) (¥300,000 per month × 6 months)
- Companies with 1 person in charge of PR or an employee who handles PR alongside other duties

## [Yakuin, Fukuoka] Enzyme-brown-rice specialty shop「心玄」opens a LAB location on select days of the week

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000136812.html
- anchor: #n2457019
- Companies mentioned: 心玄、酵素玄米おむすび 心玄、酵素玄米おむすび心玄 薬院LAB店、酵素玄米おむすび心玄 平尾本店、酵素玄米心玄

Facts:
- Opening date: August 17, 2026
- Hours: Every Monday and Tuesday, 8:00–13:00
- Opening date: April 25, 2024
- Seating: 8 seats
- Hours: Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, 10:00–19:00
- Founded in 2022.

## 「HOTEL白林HAKODATE」 listed in the Forbes Travel Guide “Curated Collection” — the only listing in Japan (as of September 1, 2026) —

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000156130.html
- anchor: #n2457018
- Companies mentioned: HOTEL白林HAKODATE、Forbes Travel Guide、ルレ・エ・シャトー、MeridianV

Facts:
- All-suite property with 6 rooms
- 17 properties worldwide
- 2 properties in Asia
- The only property in Japan
- 10,000 registered luxury travel advisers
- US$236 million

## 「クレイジーライフ」 open test surpasses 30,000 participants, with a satisfaction rating of 4.3! More than 100 items improved in 6 days; test extended through September 6

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000171411.html
- anchor: #n2457017
- Companies mentioned: ADOMI GAMES

Facts:
- More than 35,000 players took part
- The game earned an average satisfaction rating of 4.3/5.0 on a 5-point scale
- More than 100 fixes and improvements were made
- More than 100 fixes and improvements were made in just 6 days
- The event period has been extended through September 6, 2026
- Planned retail price: ¥740

## 株式会社be-FULL, provider of the management-focused AI agent “PX Cloud,” obtains SOC 2 Type I certification

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000182001.html
- anchor: #n2457016
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社be-FULL、米国公認会計士協会（AICPA）、パナソニックグループ、トヨタグループ、CIOReview APAC

Facts:
- Completed a ¥100 million funding round as a pre-Series A first close

## KOI Thé to launch 5 new products made with「カルピス」starting Thursday, September 3

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000188033.html
- anchor: #n2457015
- Companies mentioned: KOI Thé、株式会社KOI CAFE JAPAN、カルピス、アサヒ飲料株式会社

Facts:
- 5 new products in the「カルピス」series
- All 7 KOI Thé locations in Japan
- September 3, 2026 (Thu.)
- S ¥450
- M ¥550
- L ¥690
- S ¥650
- M ¥750
- L ¥890
- 17 countries worldwide
- More than 700 stores

## Kyushu Mirai Investments establishes “Basic Policy on Client-Oriented Business Conduct and Stewardship Responsibilities”

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000188870.html
- anchor: #n2457014
- Companies mentioned: 九州みらいインベストメンツ株式会社、株式会社肥後銀行

## ＼A delicious fabric you can make!／ UHA味覚糖×ノムラテーラー collaboration fabric to go on sale Thursday, September 10, 2026

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000153252.html
- anchor: #n2457013
- Companies mentioned: UHA味覚糖株式会社、株式会社ノムラテーラー

Facts:
- 価格：1m1,760円（税込）
- 価格：1柄1,760円（税込）
- 1柄：約110cm幅×約100cm
- Fabric width: approximately 110 cm
- Sunday, October 18, 2026

## [Nishi-Azabu and Azabu-Juban, Minato Ward] In an era of 100-year lifespans, fitness gym HASH BUFF launches 2 next-generation programs to extend healthy life expectancy!

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000155144.html
- anchor: #n2457012
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エスエス、HASH BUFF

Facts:
- 2 new programs
- Executives aged 40 and over
- Executives in their 40s to 60s
- Approximately 30 types of machines installed

## From “studying English” to “playing in English” — online English conversation service aleva!（アレバ） launches “game lessons” where students play games with foreign instructors

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000177192.html
- anchor: #n2457011
- Companies mentioned: 教育開発出版株式会社、株式会社ライトエデュケーション、aleva!（アレバ）

Facts:
- Lesson duration: 10 or 25 minutes
- Games offered: Reversi, Concentration, blackjack, poker and 15 types in total
- Regular price: 4,950 yen per month (tax included)
- 2,530 yen per month (tax included)

## The「ぱっとシーツ」waterproof box-sheet series expands with 2 new colors and new wide king and family sizes featuring 5-sided waterproof fabric

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000037306.html
- anchor: #n2457010
- Companies mentioned: 有限会社405、nanoTimeBeauty-Shop405、株式会社TIME LAB

Facts:
- 2 new colors
- Wide king size (200 × 200 cm)
- Family size (240 × 200 cm)
- 9 colors in total
- Available in 8 sizes

## 【新宿高島屋】おかき専門店「あげもちCocoro」が9月10日(木)新規オープン！ハロウィン限定のミニ缶も登場

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000152231.html
- anchor: #n2457009
- Companies mentioned: あげもちCocoro、新宿高島屋、株式会社あげもち屋

Facts:
- Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026
- 10:30 a.m.
- 7:30 p.m.
- Purchases of ¥2,160 or more (tax included)
- First 100 people
- Special price: ¥2,000 (tax included)
- Price: ¥1,458 (tax included)
- Price: 648 yen (including tax)

## New game from BAFTA-nominated developer Thomas Sala: shipbuilding sandbox「ShipShaper」launches in Early Access on Steam

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000179614.html
- anchor: #n2457008
- Companies mentioned: Wired Productions、BAFTA、Little Chicken Game Company、Skyrim、Rekt!、SXPD、TrackLab、Hotel Architect、Task Time、KARMA: The Dark World、Bulwark: Falconeer Chronicles、Martha Is Dead、Kumarn: The Wandering Spirit、Mr. Records、AGNI: Village of Calamity、When Sirens Fall Silent、BrokenLore: DON'T LIE

Facts:
- A new 7-year publishing agreement
- Sept. 3, 2026
- 18 years since founding

## Launch of public-road testing using e-Palette vehicles equipped with May Mobility autonomous driving systems

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000183366.html
- anchor: #n2457007
- Companies mentioned: May Mobility, Inc.、NTTモビリティ株式会社、トヨタ自動車株式会社、Lyft、Uber、Grab、Navya社

Facts:
- Further expansion of the e-Palette fleet in fiscal 2027
- More than 500,000 cumulative autonomous driving trips

## 宝印刷 strengthens sustainability disclosure support for listed companies preparing for SSBJ requirements through business partnership with アスエネ

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000185501.html
- anchor: #n2457006
- Companies mentioned: 宝印刷株式会社、アスエネ株式会社、WizLabo Synapse、ASUENE

Facts:
- For approximately 70 years since its founding
- 8 cumulative M&A deals
- Cumulative funding totals ¥25 billion

## Setouchi Industrial Arts Festival 2026 announces a change of exhibiting artist at the 藤クリーン venue

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000186934.html
- anchor: #n2457005
- Companies mentioned: 一般財団法人日本産業芸術財団、藤クリーン株式会社、Atmospheric Solutions、Maki Software、MoS Art合同会社、児島ジーンズストリート協同組合、ナイカイ塩業株式会社、株式会社トンボ、株式会社パワーエックス、三国工業株式会社、オオノ開發株式会社

Facts:
- 2026年10月3日（土）から10月31日（土）まで

## A summer vacation place for children not enrolled in after-school care: toy subscription service「And TOYBOX」holds its first elementary school student day-care program in Shimanto City

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000058619.html
- anchor: #n2457004
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社みのり、And TOYBOX

Facts:
- 2 days
- A total of 40 participants over 2 days
- ¥700 per day

## Release of the “Guidelines for PHR Service Providers (Version ４.1)”

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000090712.html
- anchor: #n2457003
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人PHR普及推進協議会、PHRサービス事業協会、株式会社テルモ、国立研究開発法人 日本医療研究開発機構（AMED）

Facts:
- Guidelines were developed by organizing evidence across 10 domains in collaboration with relevant academic societies.
- All 10 domains have been added to the guidelines (the 4th edition covered up to 7 domains).
- A PHR-focused organization bringing together more than 100 companies, from industry leaders to startups

## Mai Sato (Satomai), representative of 合同会社デルタクリエイト, to deliver keynote at “dynabook Future Work Lab 2026,” hosted by Dynabook株式会社

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000118049.html
- anchor: #n2457002
- Companies mentioned: 合同会社デルタクリエイト、Dynabook株式会社、合同会社タツノ経営デザイン

Facts:
- 人は平均して1日に35,000回もの意思決定をしている
- 成功確率10％の挑戦を10回続けた場合、少なくとも1回成功する確率は約65％にのぼる
- In a survey on X (formerly Twitter), 45.7% of respondents answered “10%” based on intuition
- 確率1/nのゲームをn回行った際に少なくとも1回当たる確率は、nが大きくなるほど「約63％（1－1/e）」に収束する
- More than 450,000 subscribers

## アビココ株式会社 launches “てにとる,” a contract development service that lets clients check a working prototype before signing—putting an end to “it’s not what I had in mind” with a development approach that lets clients see a working product from the requirements-definition stage

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000158565.html
- anchor: #n2457001
- Companies mentioned: アビココ株式会社、株式会社ROUTE06

Facts:
- 85.2% say that rework and redesign stemming from requirements definition occur in at least half of projects
- 93.8% say they experience “reliance on individuals” in their company’s requirements definition
- “Dependence on the experience and skills of the person in charge” (56.8%) and
- “Lack of established frameworks and processes” (55.2%) ranked among the top concerns

## [Sakuho, Nagano] Regional partnerships turn a “campground into a tourism hub.” Enjoy local craft beer, local cuisine and lodging at the “Beer Festival in Komadeike Campground,” taking place Sept. 12

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000188268.html
- anchor: #n2457000
- Companies mentioned: アドバンス株式会社、八千穂ブリューイングカンパニー株式会社、きたやつハム、佐久穂町観光協会

Facts:
- Approximately 1,300 m above sea level
- Capacity: approximately 800 people
- ミニゲーム1回券：200円
- Admission: ¥300

## Experiential event “Meta AI Convenience Store,” where visitors used Meta AI to navigate the world’s most inconvenient convenience store!? Closes to a huge turnout

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000032777.html
- anchor: #n2456999
- Companies mentioned: Meta、Ray-Ban Meta

Facts:
- For 3 days only, Aug. 28 (Fri.)–30 (Sun.)
- Launched in April 2026

## Museum Box, which offers museum merchandise from around the world, to begin taking preorders on Sept. 4 for its “Louvre Museum Collection,” featuring items from ルーヴル美術館

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000186695.html
- anchor: #n2456998
- Companies mentioned: Museum Box、ルーヴル美術館、株式会社ANY、フランス国立美術館連合、アート劇場

Facts:
- Calepinage Louvre bag, Philippe Apeloig, black: ¥5,780 including tax
- Louvre Pyramid snow globe: ¥5,080 including tax
- Weekender bag, Mona Lisa, Loqi: ¥11,280 including tax
- Winged Victory of Samothrace book stand: ¥10,800 including tax

## AIシェルパ, an AI talent-development tool, selected for Konica Minolta Japan’s program to develop candidates for management positions

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000152474.html
- anchor: #n2456997
- Companies mentioned: シェルパス株式会社、コニカミノルタジャパン株式会社、AIシェルパ

Facts:
- Long-term development program spanning about 5 months
- 3-day in-person training program
- 週1回・約15分の対話

## パティスリーパブロフ makes its first foray into Jiyugaoka, the city of sweets, with a grand opening at Jiyugaoka Muse Square on Sept. 17

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000165013.html
- anchor: #n2456996
- Companies mentioned: パティスリーパブロフ、株式会社パブロフ、ミセスパブロフベーカリー、黒富士農場、BPグループ

Facts:
- 6 locations in the Tokyo metropolitan area
- Seating capacity: 20
- Limited to the first 100 people

## Change the ingredients, change the cooking. A guide to choosing iron, stainless steel, aluminum and copper pots and pans from de Buyer

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000187374.html
- anchor: #n2456995
- Companies mentioned: コーンズ・アンド・カンパニー・リミテッド、de Buyer

Facts:
- 2.5–3 mm thick
- 3–5 mm thick

## 長崎大学 and MEI launch epidemiological and clinical research using medical big data derived from electronic health records

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000038979.html
- anchor: #n2456994
- Companies mentioned: 長崎大学、株式会社医用工学研究所、KDDI株式会社

Facts:
- Collaborating with more than 80 medical institutions nationwide to build a medical data platform
- By the end of fiscal 2026, the initiative aims to enable use of electronic health record data on a scale of about 10 million people
- Capital: 100 million yen

## “Don’t give up on your bust line just because you’re breastfeeding.” 株式会社Jubilee to launch YVESJU nursing bras featuring a patented structure for firm support without underwires on Sept. 6

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000103062.html
- anchor: #n2456993
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Jubilee、YVESJU

Facts:
- Retail price: 19,800 yen (tax included).
- YVESJU has spent 17 years focusing on women’s busts and bodies

## XGモバイル推進フォーラム and 人間拡張コンソーシアム sign memorandum of understanding on 6G

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000152719.html
- anchor: #n2456992
- Companies mentioned: XGモバイル推進フォーラム、人間拡張コンソーシアム、5GAA

Facts:
- XGMF has now signed MOUs with 27 organizations

## It’s not Chiyoda in Tokyo. But there’s a story that can begin only here. Short drama released featuring “Chiyoda Line Man” and “Machiko” as they take on challenges!

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000102557.html
- anchor: #n2456991
- Companies mentioned: 群馬県千代田町、株式会社デイプラス、それいけ！たかちゃんラーメン、田代養蜂場、サントリー

Facts:
- A town with a population of approximately 10,600
- Within approximately 60 km of Tokyo
- A gift for 100 people

## CYLLENGE receives three-star certification in recognition of its efforts to promote women’s advancement

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000121815.html
- anchor: #n2456990
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社CYLLENGE、大阪市

Facts:
- Effective Aug. 1, 2026

## Can dogs be “nonjudgmental listeners”? Reading-dog activities to become a joint research project with a university; Tochigi Animal Therapy Association launches crowdfunding on Sept. 3

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000165186.html
- anchor: #n2456989
- Companies mentioned: NPO法人栃木アニマルセラピー協会、Intermountain Therapy Animals、READYFOR、PLOS ONE、NHK宇都宮放送局、とちぎテレビ、下野新聞、朝日新聞、BS-TBS

Facts:
- Target amount: ¥500,000
- 募集期間は2026年9月3日10:00～10月8日23:00（35日間）
- Tochigi Animal Therapy Association incorporated in 2016
- 10th anniversary in 2026
- Launched in 1999 by the U.S. nonprofit Intermountain Therapy Animals
- In 2021, launched a program to train library dogs (reading-assistance dogs) in partnership with the Tochigi City Library

## “Choose your texture, expand your possibilities”: PAIMORE renews and launches 3 base products in its “GRATS” series

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000115548.html
- anchor: #n2456988
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社パイモア、RAF TOKYO

Facts:
- Release date: Sept. 7, 2026 (GRATS R already available for early release)
- RAF TOKYO: More than 12,000 hair treatments for beautiful hair each year

## 93.8% of women aged 40–54 have experienced wanting to quit their jobs; more than half have been unable to tell anyone at work about their symptoms

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000130860.html
- anchor: #n2456987
- Companies mentioned: SNSテクノロジーズ株式会社、Mamcamp

Facts:
- 86.8% say they have experienced physical or mental health issues since age 40 that they personally attributed to menopause
- 50.6% have “not talked to anyone at work” about changes in their health
- 86.4% look back on their career choices as “good choices” (including “somewhat good”)
- 70.0% expect that they will be “able to continue working”

## [Free event on Oct. 16, 2026] Why do employees go directly to an occupational physician for advice? A look at what goes unsaid in the workplace—and occupational health before problems escalate—with the head of HR at Nippon BS Broadcasting

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000140979.html
- anchor: #n2456986
- Companies mentioned: アポプラスキャリア株式会社、日本BS放送株式会社、ベラズカップケーキ株式会社

Facts:
- From 16:00 on Friday, Oct. 16, 2026
- Capital: ¥125,000,000

## 【タカナシ乳業】おいしくおなかの調子を整える特定保健用食品 ～爽やかなマスカット風味が口いっぱいに広がる～「タカナシ ヨーグルトおなかへGG！ マスカット風味」

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000157884.html
- anchor: #n2456985
- Companies mentioned: タカナシ乳業株式会社、タカナシ

Facts:
- Contains more than 14 billion live LGG® lactic acid bacteria
- Suggested retail price: 113 yen (before tax)

## 中小企業向け、社内データを​1歩も​外に​出さない「社内完結型AI（オンプレミスAI）＋Dify」導入支援を大阪・関西を中心に開始

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000042697.html
- anchor: #n2456984
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ラスティックシステム、Dify

Facts:
- Launched on Sept. 1, 2026
- For a small-scale setup, initial costs are in the several-hundred-thousand-yen range
- Monthly operating support costs are also around several tens of thousands of yen
- Since its founding in 1999
- Capital: ¥10 million

## Build confidence in your Chinese learning. PaoChai to regularly hold free seminars on “strategic” ways to learn Chinese

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000052646.html
- anchor: #n2456983
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Rungar、PaoChai

Facts:
- The next session is scheduled for Sept. 16, 2026 (Wed.) at 20:00
- Sept. 27 (Sun.) at 10:00
- A video of about 20 minutes

## “CFCL ISETAN SHINJUKU” opens, offering limited-edition items each season

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000146689.html
- anchor: #n2456982
- Companies mentioned: CFCL、株式会社CFCL、伊勢丹新宿店

Facts:
- Price: ¥209,000
- Price: ¥110,000
- Price: ¥59,400
- Price: ¥46,200
- Purchases of 11,000 yen or more, including tax

## 【Takanashi Milk Products】A Food for Specified Health Uses to support a healthy intestinal environment: 「タカナシ ドリンクヨーグルトおなかへＧＧ！」

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000157884.html
- anchor: #n2456981
- Companies mentioned: タカナシ乳業株式会社、タカナシ ドリンクヨーグルトおなかへGG！

Facts:
- Contains more than 14 billion live LGG® lactic acid bacteria
- １日当たり１００ｍｌ
- Energy: 86 kcal
- Protein: 3.2 g
- Fat: 1.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 15.6 g
- Salt equivalent: 0.1g
- Calcium: 102 mg
- Suggested retail price: 113 yen (excluding tax)

## Buyout franchise 「つなぐ屋」: 3 member companies to begin operations simultaneously on September 28; headquarters to support event launches with hands-on assistance

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000174104.html
- anchor: #n2456980
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カイトル、つなぐ屋

Facts:
- 3 member companies
- Each to begin operations on September 28, 2026

## Leading South Korean actor ソン・スンホン to hold Japan fan meeting “PRESENT” on Saturday, October 3!

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000130165.html
- anchor: #n2456979
- Companies mentioned: 合同会社 JJ Bliss、ソン・スンホン

Facts:
- VIP reserved seating: 22,000 yen (tax included)
- Special FC price: 20,900 yen (tax included)
- General reserved seating: 16,500 yen (tax included)
- Special FC price: 15,400 yen (tax included)
- 30 winners selected by lottery

## 【Takanashi Milk Products】「タカナシ 生乳本来のクリームが浮かぶカフェラテ」, a café latte featuring the cream naturally found in fresh milk

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000157884.html
- anchor: #n2456978
- Companies mentioned: タカナシ乳業株式会社、明治大学商学部

Facts:
- Starting Tuesday, October 6, 2026
- Net content: 500 ml
- Suggested retail price: 260 yen (excluding tax)

## セイノー情報サービス to demonstrate AI agents and robots at International Logistics Expo 2026

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000083734.html
- anchor: #n2456977
- Companies mentioned: セイノー情報サービス、kachaka Pro

Facts:
- September 8, 2026 (Tuesday) through 11 (Friday)
- September 9, 2026 (Wednesday), 14:00–14:30
- September 10, 2026 (Thursday), 13:00–13:30

## 【Visitor giveaway】Exhibiting at ソプラ_AIリーダーズEXPO 東京 2026

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000087181.html
- anchor: #n2456976
- Companies mentioned: ソプラ株式会社、日経BP、東洋紡ビル

Facts:
- Booth No. 302
- Show dates: September 29 (Tuesday)–30 (Wednesday), 2026
- Reduce development workload by up to 90%
- Automatically generates source code of approximately 1,000 steps from design documents in approximately 3 minutes
- Automatic generation accuracy: 70–90%
- Design document generation period: 5 days
- Approximately 3,700 programs generated
- 500 winners will receive a digital gift worth 500 yen
- Also eligible for a host-organized giveaway, with 500 winners receiving a digital gift worth 1,000 yen

## 「paamo」 revamped into a platform that uses AI to support real estate operations for companies and funds; free trial sign-ups now open.

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000093846.html
- anchor: #n2456975
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アクティブリテック、paamo

Facts:
- Approximately 1-month free trial
- Established: November 2021

## 37.1% say their Grade 1 child did not continue an extracurricular activity they had wanted them to pursue

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000041861.html
- anchor: #n2456974
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ビジョンゲート、講談社

Facts:
- 37.1% said they had experience with their child not continuing an extracurricular activity or other pursuit they had wanted them to continue
- Of those with this experience, 50.0% cited no reasons related to the child, such as waning interest or a poor fit with the activity
- 49.1% of respondents feel that experiences and learning are one-off, failing to lead to further interests or learning
- Monthly fee (tax included): 7,900 yen
- A survey was conducted among 221 working women nationwide with children in Grade 1

## 78.2% of survey respondents were repeat users, having used the product at least 2 times. 「左ききの手帳2027」, created with input from left-handed people, goes on sale September 3

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000024.000050281.html
- anchor: #n2456973
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ランチ、左ききの道具店

Facts:
- 94.3% said they intended to purchase it
- Regular edition price: 3,300 yen (tax included)
- Special edition price: 3,850 yen (tax included)

## アスティ静岡 to participate in しずおか大好きまつり for the first time!

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000024.000149247.html
- anchor: #n2456972
- Companies mentioned: アスティ静岡、スターダム、テレビ静岡、清水エスパルス、ヒビノグラフィックス、IDOLY、neusick

Facts:
- For 2 days, October 3 (Saturday) and 4 (Sunday)
- More than 10 varieties of craft beer on sale
- HANAKO, who stands 181 cm tall

## タマチャンショップからご褒美みたいに楽しめる「タンパクオトメ ヨーグルシェイクプロテイン」新発売

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000026.000096373.html
- anchor: #n2456971
- Companies mentioned: タマチャンショップ、有限会社九南サービス

Facts:
- Has surpassed 50,000,000 servings sold cumulatively
- Contents: Set of 3 varieties, 60 g each
- Price: 2,980 yen (tax included)

## Two brands from ALBONA, 【ELLISS(エルリス)】 and 【Derma:U(ダーマユー)】, to exhibit at 「Cosme Lab」 for the first time, offering beauty experiences to “drink” and “scent.”

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000026.000132703.html
- anchor: #n2456970
- Companies mentioned: ALBONA、ELLISS、Derma:U、Cosme Lab

Facts:
- Visitors: approximately 550 influencers active in beauty and cosmetics
- Liposomal VC Shot 1000
- 30 sachets: ¥3,300 (tax included)
- 14 sachets: ¥1,998 (tax included)
- Regular price: ¥1,980 (tax included)
- Capital: 10 million yen

## A complete daily beauty routine of “drink, apply and protect.” PureShop × Abios launches 3 “value home spa sets”

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000027.000006345.html
- anchor: #n2456969
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アビオス、PureShop

Facts:
- A long-selling product from Abios, with cumulative shipments exceeding 25 million sachets.
- Price: 10,763 yen (tax included) / 5% off
- Price: 20,440 yen (tax included) / 5% off
- Price: 26,294 yen (tax included) / 10% off

## Vieureka wins a contract for a project commissioned by 経済産業省

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000027.000105756.html
- anchor: #n2456968
- Companies mentioned: Vieureka株式会社、経済産業省、内閣府、パナソニック ホールディングス株式会社、株式会社JVCケンウッド、WiL, LLC

Facts:
- In use at a cumulative total of more than 5,000 beds (rooms)
- The population aged 65 and over is expected to reach approximately 35% of the total population
- An estimated 570,000 care workers will be needed by 2040

## Y'SACCS × SHIHO < Y'SACCS 40th anniversary project, third installment > The second collaboration with SHIHO, who is active across modeling, producing and other fields, goes on sale September 3 (Thursday).

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000028.000048536.html
- anchor: #n2456967
- Companies mentioned: Y'SACCS、SHIHO、株式会社シカタ、The Wellness Japan

Facts:
- CITTY tote bag ¥22,000 tax included
- ANY shoulder bag & rucksack ¥20,900 tax included
- Books and DVDs on beauty, training, yoga and meditation have sold more than 700,000 copies in total.

## 【September 5 is International Day of Charity】Survey finds that lack of human connection is the most common reason for starting volunteer work, even in the social media era, surpassing the desire to contribute to society

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000029.000032330.html
- anchor: #n2456966
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社activo、activo

Facts:
- Feeling of lacking human connection (22.6%)
- Approximately 40% of people in their 20s and 30s say they lack human connection
- 10代・40代・70代では「マンネリ・現状への焦り」がそれぞれ2〜3割
- 82.4% said the issue had been resolved
- It was found to reach 97.1%
- It reached 95.5%
- “I made new connections and expanded my social circle” (76.8%)
- “My perspective and values broadened” (61.6%)
- “I gained a sense that I was helping others” (59.1%)
- “There was a very positive change” (39.0%)
- “There was a somewhat positive change” (56.5%)
- About 90,000 volunteer applications are submitted annually

## Nippon Carrier CIO receives the “Vision Award” at CDO Vision Tokyo 2026

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000030.000154091.html
- anchor: #n2456965
- Companies mentioned: 日本キヤリア株式会社、Carrier Japan、Carrier Global Corporation、NYSE:CARR、東芝キヤリア

Facts:
- 受賞者12名のうちのひとりとして選出されました

## Shrimp specialty brand 「海老乃家」 to hold a “Store-Exclusive Product Popularity Vote” and a “6-Day-Only Daily Sale” to mark its 6th anniversary

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000060887.html
- anchor: #n2456964
- Companies mentioned: FGROW JAPAN株式会社、海老乃家

Shrimp specialty brand 「海老乃家」 is marking its 6th anniversary with a vote on store-exclusive products and a 6-day daily sale. In response to fan requests, popular products will make their online debut.

Facts:
- 6th anniversary of the brand
- [Price] 3,500 yen (tax included)
- 10% off eligible products each day

## 飯田商店の「無塩 訳あり骨取りさば」が楽天上半期ランキング2026で総合1位を獲得

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000113909.html
- anchor: #n2456963
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社飯田商店、楽天市場

Facts:
- Ranked No. 1 overall
- 50%OFF
- 楽天上半期ランキング2026

## Enrollment opens for the 3rd and 4th classes of “CQ : Academy Class 2026 (8 sessions in total)”

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000168621.html
- anchor: #n2456962
- Companies mentioned: 協同組合日本映画撮影監督協会、角川大映スタジオ、ソニーグループ、ソニー株式会社、株式会社角川大映スタジオ、有限会社グリフィス、文化庁、独立行政法人日本芸術文化振興会

Facts:
- Approximately 20 participants
- Starting in September 2026
- Date and time: Sept. 22, 2026 (Tuesday, holiday), 10:00–16:30 (scheduled)
- Date and time: Sept. 28, 2026 (Monday), 10:00–16:30 (scheduled)
- Application period: 3rd and 4th classes: Sept. 3, 2026 (Thursday)–Sept. 13 (Sunday)

## “美大のあるまち”二子玉川からアートを発信。多摩美術大学×二子玉川ライズによる地域連携アートプロジェクト タマリバーズvol.15 広場演劇『パラライス～炒（おど）れ、ひと粒のプライドをかけて～』

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000032.000162228.html
- anchor: #n2456961
- Companies mentioned: 東急株式会社（二子玉川ライズ）、多摩美術大学、一般社団法人二子玉川エリアマネジメンツ、はじまりはじまりえん niko、ロハスキッズ・センター クローバー

Facts:
- 2026年10月10日（土）・11日（日）の2日間
- 11:00–17:00 each day
- 多摩美術大学上野毛キャンパスで学ぶ学生たちが二子玉川ライズ開業イベントにパフォーマーとして参加した2011年5月以降
- 2016年度からは、多摩美術大学PBL（Project-Based Learning）科目として、産学連携のカリキュラムを展開しています
- The facility marked its 15th anniversary on March 19, 2026
- Total area: approximately 12.1ha

## Funai Soken HD takes part in “Osaka Station City Kids Week” for the first time

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000033.000153258.html
- anchor: #n2456960
- Companies mentioned: JR西日本グループ

On Aug. 5, 2026, Funai Soken HD took part for the first time in “Osaka Station City Kids Week,” an event for elementary school students hosted by JR West, promoting next-generation development and community contribution through a management consultant experience.

## Patent obtained for technology to predict allosteric sites in proteins that are difficult to target with drug discovery

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000035.000075666.html
- anchor: #n2456959
- Companies mentioned: AOI Biosciences株式会社、株式会社東芝

Aoi Bio and Toshiba have obtained a patent for high-precision prediction technology for allosteric drug discovery. Using quantum-inspired technology, it enables approaches to challenging drug targets and brings innovation to the industry.

## BUSINESS-ALLIANCE signs “Co-Creation Partner Collaboration Agreement” with Susono City and the Public-Private Co-Creation Future Consortium

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000036.000064681.html
- anchor: #n2456958
- Companies mentioned: BUSINESS-ALLIANCE株式会社、一般社団法人官民共創未来コンソーシアム

BUSINESS-ALLIANCE, Susono City and the Public-Private Co-Creation Future Consortium have signed a “Co-Creation Partner Collaboration Agreement.” They will jointly conduct demonstrations of business visualization using generative AI and engagement analysis tailored to local governments, with the aim of improving administrative efficiency and organizations.

## 株式会社Lister releases “Analysis Report on the Structure of the U.S. Physical AI Industry 2026,” analyzing 142 U.S. physical AI companies and 1,742 intercompany relationships

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000036.000085091.html
- anchor: #n2456957
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Lister、NVIDIA Corporation、Tiger Global Management、Andreessen Horowitz、Sequoia Capital、Fidelity Investments、Lux Capital、Khosla Ventures、SoftBank Group、Amazon / AWS、Google、U.S. Navy、U.S. Army、U.S. Air Force、U.S. Marine Corps、Waymo、Shield AI、Applied Intuition、Figure AI、Amazon Robotics、Microsoft、OpenAI、Intel Capital、TSMC、Toyota

Facts:
- 142 major U.S. physical AI-related companies
- 1,742 intercompany relationships
- 429 implementation, demonstration and operational cases
- Capital and investment account for 63.3% of intercompany relationships
- 1,102 relationships involving capital and investment
- 732 investment entities
- 403 capital events
- 1,360 “funding round × investor participation” entries
- 108 government-related entries
- 82 defense-related entries

## Shine Muscat grapes that could no longer be shipped in bunches after the Kumamoto earthquake turned into a limited-time drink; launch at 6 Osaka locations on 9/10

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000036.000155264.html
- anchor: #n2456956
- Companies mentioned: のむちゃん農園株式会社、タニタカフェ®

have is launching a limited-time drink at 6 Osaka locations using Shine Muscat grapes that could no longer be shipped after the Kumamoto earthquake. The sustainable initiative supports producers while reducing food waste.

## Hokuto City, Yamanashi Prefecture, joins “Famima Furusato Nozei”! A made-to-order French course at “Brun Yatsugatake” arrives as an exclusive thank-you gift

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000037.000059521.html
- anchor: #n2456955

Famima Digital One announced that Hokuto City in Yamanashi Prefecture will join “Famima Furusato Nozei.” A made-to-order course at “Brun Yatsugatake,” a restaurant inspired by the nature of the Yatsugatake area, will be offered as an exclusive thank-you gift.

## “Öffen × kimonoyarn Workshop,” a craft workshop to make shoe pouches from discarded kimono

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000038.000144189.html
- anchor: #n2456954
- Companies mentioned: Öffen、三和物産

kimonoyarn by 三和物産 and sustainable shoe brand Öffen will hold a craft workshop in Fukuoka using discarded kimono as material. The initiative promotes sustainability by giving materials renewed value.

## Dietitian community “manabi” surpasses 6,000 members! Its unique training program combining classroom learning and practice strengthens the quality of dietitians’ nutritional guidance

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000041.000038293.html
- anchor: #n2456953

Membership in “manabi,” a professional community for dietitians, has surpassed 6,000. The community is promoting the development of high-quality nutritional guidance professionals through a training program combining classroom learning and practice.

## [Event exhibit] Exploring the future of beauty and health—Astareal Co., Ltd. to exhibit at the “Aging Appearance Research Society”!

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000042.000016011.html
- anchor: #n2456952
- Companies mentioned: 富士化学工業株式会社

Astareal Co., Ltd. will exhibit at the “Aging Appearance Research Society” event on Sept. 6, 2026. It will showcase astaxanthin products for medical institutions, providing an important opportunity to share scientific evidence with experts.

## Kensho and Classiq partner to promote the adoption and use of quantum software in Taiwan

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000042.000101286.html
- anchor: #n2456951
- Companies mentioned: Kensho、Classiq、Institute for Information Industry（III）、Ministry of Economic Affairs（MOEA）

Facts:
- Since its establishment in 1986
- Sept. 3, 2026
- Since 2025
- March 2026

## [Free webinar] Why do differences in managers’ ability emerge? The “systems” that drive results and the “communication” that motivates subordinates

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000042.000167191.html
- anchor: #n2456765
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社日テレHR総合研究所、株式会社フィールドマネージメント・ヒューマンリソース

Facts:
- Date and time: Sept. 16, 2026 (Wednesday), 12:00–13:00

## More than 40 varieties of Shinshu’s autumn sake, hiyaoroshi, gather in Ginza! “Hiyaoroshi Festival” to be held Sept. 12 and 13

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000043.000013938.html
- anchor: #n2456764
- Companies mentioned: 長野県、銀座NAGANO、田中屋酒造店、西飯田酒造店

Facts:
- More than 40 varieties
- September 12 (Saturday) and 13 (Sunday), 2026
- Regular admission (tastings only): 2,000 yen
- For those who purchase at least 1 bottle of sake (720ml or more): 1,000 yen
- Snacks (assorted nozawana pickles, cheese and more): 500 yen
- Regular admission: 3,000 yen
- For those who purchase at least 1 bottle of sake (720ml or more): 2,000 yen

## 工務店・リフォーム会社でも大手水準の顧客対応機能を実現 iecon ORM「アプリ・管理システム・コールセンター３点パック」提供開始

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000043.000016875.html
- anchor: #n2456763
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社CoLife、iecon ORM

Facts:
- More than 500 housing and real estate businesses nationwide, including homebuilders, builders, construction companies, condominium developers and management companies, and remodeling businesses
- Available starting September 8, 2026
- Limited to businesses with up to 500 registered members on iecon ORM
- Approximately 10% of Japan's annual supply of newly built homes
- Of the homes with iecon installed, 46,968 units were completed in 1 year during fiscal 2023 (FY 24/3)
- A total of 454,663 owner-occupied and for-sale homes

## [Daimaru Sapporo] New launch: Apple Caramel Crispy made with “Hokkaido Yoichi apples,” from “Apple Town Yoichi”! <A specialty shop for caramel milk sweets from Hokkaido>

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000043.000052845.html
- anchor: #n2456762
- Companies mentioned: 余市町、株式会社グレープストーン、大丸松坂屋百貨店、BLUE POND、町村農場

Facts:
- A popular product with cumulative brand sales exceeding 1 million units
- 4 pieces: 1,166 yen (base price: 1,080 yen)

## Roboware adds 3 new models to strengthen its total solution capabilities for both “point automation” and “multi-process automation”

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000043.000103326.html
- anchor: #n2456761
- Companies mentioned: Gaussy株式会社、Roboware、DELI INTELLIGENT LOGISTICS TECHNOLOGY、DELIECN、TAC Dynamics、Neolix、SF Express、IKEA、DiDi

Facts:
- Will be held at Tokyo Big Sight starting September 8, 2026
- 世界2万5000台
- Total distance traveled: 230 million km
- 90% reduction in implementation costs

## Interactive announces relocation of its Kyoto office

- Published: 2026-09-03T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000152.000014652.html
- anchor: #n2456760
- Companies mentioned: インタラクティブ株式会社、北海道新聞社

Facts:
- Information on 130 or more companies
- Approximately 450 or more job listings
- The number of registered members has grown steadily since the service launched, surpassing 15,000

## Taiwan stocks slide late, closing down 307 points and falling below 46000

- Published: 2026-09-03T14:46:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202609030121.aspx
- anchor: #n2457743
- Companies mentioned: 聯發科、台達電、台積電

Facts:
- Down 307.06 points
- Closed at 45857.66 points
- Fell below the 46000 mark
- Trading value totaled NT$946.271 billion
- 台積電 closed at NT$2390
- Up NT$5
- A gain of 0.21%

## Chiu Feng-yao pushed for Anle Market's cut-price sale; appeal court upholds 3-and-a-half-year sentence

- Published: 2026-09-03T14:44:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202609030120.aspx
- anchor: #n2457744
- Companies mentioned: 美聯開發

Facts:
- Sentenced Chiu Feng-yao to 3 years and 6 months
- Set the reserve price at NT$535,000 per ping, below market value
- Won the bid for NT$170,288,889, close to the reserve price
- Huang Yue-sheng received NT$22.8 million
- Ma Chao-ling received NT$1.2 million
- Chiu Chui-yi received NT$24 million
- The land measures 318.19 ping
- NT$793,600 per ping
- Worth about NT$252.51 million
- Illicit proceeds totaled NT$82,226,695
- Another NT$22,226,695 was proceeds from 美聯開發's crime

## US Open second round: 莎芭蓮卡 cruises through, 艾卡拉茲 finishes strong

- Published: 2026-09-03T14:41:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202609030119.aspx
- anchor: #n2457741
- Companies mentioned: 莎芭蓮卡、艾卡拉茲、齊婭琴科、拉希莫娃、法瑞亞、吳易昺

Facts:
- Wins both sets 6-1
- After a 4-month break
- 4-6
- 6-0
- 6-3
- 6-2

## Ko Chih-en registers to run for Kaohsiung mayor, with Wang Jin-pyng urging unity and victory

- Published: 2026-09-03T14:40:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202609030118.aspx
- anchor: #n2457742
- Companies mentioned: 國民黨、民眾黨

Facts:
- 4 years ago, she lost despite receiving 530,000 votes

## Whether Shohei Ohtani will pitch again this season remains undecided; Dodgers do not rule out no further appearances

- Published: 2026-09-03T14:32:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202609030117.aspx
- anchor: #n2457722
- Companies mentioned: MLB、洛杉磯道奇、洛杉磯天使

Facts:
- Before pausing pitching due to injury, Ohtani made 14 starts this season
- Before pausing pitching due to injury, Ohtani made 14 starts this season, with an 8-2 record
- Before pausing pitching due to injury, Ohtani made 14 starts this season, with an 8-2 record and a 1.79 ERA

## US imposes tariffs of up to 100% on drones to reduce reliance on Chinese supply chains

- Published: 2026-09-03T14:26:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609030116.aspx
- anchor: #n2457723
- Companies mentioned: 大疆創新、DJI

Facts:
- Weighing more than 25 kilograms
- 25% tariff
- More than 2/3 of the global drone market

## Dai Hsi-chin: The fewer times Chiang Wan-an appears at joint rallies with the Taiwan People's Party, the better

- Published: 2026-09-03T14:25:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202609030115.aspx
- anchor: #n2457718
- Companies mentioned: 中国国民党、台湾民众党

Facts:
- Just 1 appearance would be ideal for the blue camp

## 川普 dealt another setback on birthright citizenship as US judge blocks new order

- Published: 2026-09-03T14:24:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609030114.aspx
- anchor: #n2457719
- Companies mentioned: 川普、We Are CASA

Facts:
- A 35-page ruling

## Children and Families Agency to be established; civic groups petition for a director with expertise in child welfare

- Published: 2026-09-03T14:24:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609030113.aspx
- anchor: #n2457720
- Companies mentioned: 衛福部、台灣兒童權益聯盟、台北市社會福利聯盟、台灣少年權益與福利促進聯盟

## Two more detained and denied visits in Nantou Zhushan abuse-and-abandonment death case

- Published: 2026-09-03T14:23:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202609030112.aspx
- anchor: #n2457676
- Companies mentioned: 中央通信社

A 23-year-old man was abducted and assaulted in Zhushan Township, Nantou County, Taiwan, and died. Prosecutors rearrested 2 people who had been out on bail, and a court approved their detention and a ban on visits. The case is a serious crime drawing considerable public attention.

## 崇越半導體 showcases advanced packaging cooling and CPO solutions at semiconductor expo, sees business strengthening quarter by quarter

- Published: 2026-09-03T14:17:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202609030111.aspx
- anchor: #n2457677
- Companies mentioned: 崇越半導體

Facts:
- AI chip power consumption enters the kilowatt range

## Cho Jung-tai: To balance learning and training, no new elementary school sports classes will be added

- Published: 2026-09-03T14:15:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202609030110.aspx
- anchor: #n2457674

The Executive Yuan approved a draft amendment to the National Sports Act. No new elementary school sports classes will be added, and existing classes will be encouraged to transition into clubs. The mechanism for preventing unsuitable coaches will also be strengthened.

## Rain area expands; heavy rain advisories issued for 11 counties and cities

- Published: 2026-09-03T14:08:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609030109.aspx
- anchor: #n2457675
- Companies mentioned: 中央氣象署、中央社

Facts:
- Typhoon Saudel, the 18th storm of the season

## 教育部 convenes teacher groups to discuss amendments to school affairs meetings; 全教產 again calls for their abolition

- Published: 2026-09-03T14:01:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609030108.aspx
- anchor: #n2457572
- Companies mentioned: 教育部、全國教育產業總工會、全教產

Facts:
- A total of 1372 complaints were filed over school affairs meetings from 113 to 114 in the Republic of China calendar
- 1124 cases accepted
- 769 investigations completed
- Ultimately, 26 cases resulted in suspension or dismissal
- Just 2.3% of accepted cases

## Three candidates register for Hualien County magistrate election, vying for pan-blue votes

- Published: 2026-09-03T14:00:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202609030107.aspx
- anchor: #n2457573
- Companies mentioned: 中國國民黨、民主進步黨、台灣工黨

Facts:
- Monthly consumer vouchers worth NT$2000

## Huang Family Ancestral Home Mid-Autumn Concert to take place in Tainan's Houbi on 9/19

- Published: 2026-09-03T13:59:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202609030106.aspx
- anchor: #n2457511
- Companies mentioned: 台南市政府、總統府

Facts:
- The Huang Family Ancestral Home Mid-Autumn Concert marks its 29th year
- The Huang Family Ancestral Home was completed in 1926
- 7 p.m. on the 19th