Launch of “SIGNAGE MARKET,” an e-commerce site for outdoor screen advertising, and “SIGNAGE NEWS JP,” a DOOH-focused media outlet. Also launches the “Oshikatsu Movie Award,” offering free screenings of fan-support videos on large screens
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Prices for all 50 media outlets nationwide are published
Original7日間・1日あたり10,000円から
The standard package is 15 seconds × 2 plays per hour for 7 days, with a minimum price of 70,000 yen
Up to 25% off with early-bird and multiple-media discounts
5% off for online applications
Free submissions sought for 30-second fan-support and promotional videos
Winning entries will be screened free of charge for 2 weeks starting the following month across 4 large-screen venues in Shin-Okubo, Shibuya Dogenzaka, Kabukicho and Ameyoko
【Cheerleader dispatch】Passions builds a nationwide network of 460 cheerleaders, creating one of Japan’s largest cheerleader dispatch systems, with nationwide coverage across diverse genres and quality levels
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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21 or more professional cheerleaders representing Passions
A “roving mystery-solving event” around Akiota Town and its shopping streets begins September 19! Morimin Detective Squad: “Find the Missing Water Fairy, Sun-chan”
【TAC, the school for professional qualifications】Direct explanations from the organization that runs the TOEIC® Program! IIBC and TAC co-host the “TOEIC® L&R TEST and Official Materials Seminar” on Saturday, Sept. 19!
Business succession and M&A cannot be resolved through a single area of expertise. Holding a “Business Succession and M&A Subcommittee” bringing together 11 professionals, including tax accountants, real estate specialists and certified business succession advisors
Accounting firm × AI: SoVa raises 630 million yen in a Series B round through a combination of a third-party allotment and loans. Also launches a new AI CFO service
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Raised 630 million yen
210 million yen through a third-party allotment
420 million yen in loans and other financing
The number of contracted companies has exceeded 1,300
Interactive voice AI agent “DEN.Ai,” offered by ディコーディングエックス, will begin a public demonstration for residents at 旭市 City Hall on September 17, in collaboration with NECネクサソリューションズ
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Interactive voice AI agent “DEN.Ai” officially launches
Signs an agreement with NECネクサソリューションズ for the resale of “DEN.Ai”
Begins a public demonstration for residents at 旭市 City Hall
【児童デイすぎと・いちばん星 / ちいさな木】Begins developing a crisis management manual for disasters and extreme weather
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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In recent years, extreme weather events exceeding previous expectations—including torrential rains caused by linear rainbands, powerful typhoons and sudden wind gusts—have occurred frequently across Japan.
【No app required】Your room becomes the entrance to the film “Backrooms.” 日本XRセンター develops film-tie-in WebAR that turns everyday scenes into “viral urban legends.”
Can company employees sell their side-business vacation rentals for a profit? Learn from the sale and exit of a company employee in their 30s: “Monetized Vacation Rental M&A: From Launch and Acquisition to Sale,” taking place September 12
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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From 13:30 on Saturday, September 12, 2026
Total investment on the scale of 10 million–15 million yen
Construction on-demand education platform 助太刀学院 launches “Foreman and Occupational Safety and Health Training,” enabling workers to earn this essential qualification for site leaders online without taking time away from the job site
HR University marks 4 years since launch, providing end-to-end corporate talent development support from skills visualization to learning and effectiveness verification
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Service launched in 2022
In 2026, launched “Skills Management” and “Skills Check Test (Skill Dog)” features
Stayway to exhibit at Accounting Office Expo 2026, a trade show specializing in the accounting industry, showcasing “Subsidy Cloud for Pro,” which enhances subsidy support services for professional firms and certified support organizations
【虎ノ門ヒルズ×PR TIMES】New collaboration launches to revitalize the area through first-hand information, linking press releases from tenant companies with digital signage throughout the complex
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Business area: approximately 7.5 ha
Total gross floor area: approximately 800,000 m²
More than 200 digital signage screens across the complex
More than 3 million press releases to date
The number of companies sharing news continues to grow, now exceeding 129,000
“Ensuring community healthcare continues even when a physician experiences illness” — Equitas Medical launches a next-generation clinic operations model using DX and AI at 茨木こうもと内科クリニック
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Operations support begins: Sept. 1, 2026
There are approximately 100,000 clinics across Japan
Discover how to live before how to work. Recruitment tour “KOGEI LIFE DAY” seeks participants in Takaoka, Toyama Prefecture, a craft-producing region with a 400-year history
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A craft-producing region with a 400-year history
Membership stood at 28 in fiscal 2026
63% of members are artisans or manufacturer employees working in traditional industries
37% work in industries other than traditional industries or manufacturing
40% of members are migrants or affiliated with the organization from outside the prefecture
“Passing on the aspirations of 160 years ago to the present day”: Minami Nippon Shimbun launches a feature page on its website about “The Young Satsuma Group”
Online medical consultation service SOKUYAKU significantly upgrades its features for clinics, encouraging continued patient visits and strengthening connections with medical institutions
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“SOKUYAKU Premium” plan: 550 yen per month (tax included)
The history of the GT-R on one shirt. The “NISSAN HISTORY OF GT-R T-shirt,” featuring models from the PGC10 to the R35, is here! Preorders now open on Amazon.co.jp.
Yue Jianyong’s View: From “How to Survive” to “How to Be Safe”—Bilahari Realism and Its Boundaries
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The realism advocated by former Singapore diplomat Bilahari analyzes how small and midsize countries can survive amid competition among major powers. It looks squarely at the realities of China-U.S. competition while exploring the potential for security through the use of norms and institutions.
Li Qize’s View: The September Trump-Xi Meeting—Manage Competition, Not Strike a Grand Bargain
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Trump-Xi meeting is set to take place in September, with the two sides to hold direct talks on managing competition. They may reach limited trade and economic agreements and hold an AI dialogue, but structural contradictions will be difficult to resolve.
Yao Wencheng’s View: Children Are Not “Appendages”—No Child Should Be Treated This Way
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The son of the Taipei mayor was selected for an Education Bureau exchange program, sparking a privilege controversy and exposing his personal privacy. Writer Yao Wencheng calls on society to protect children and adolescents, stressing that children are not their parents’ appendages and that the rule of law and due process must be upheld.
Zhou Yuncai’s View: Broadcasting’s Lament Over the Refusal to Countersign
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
As Taiwan’s cable television industry faces an existential crisis, the Legislative Yuan passed amendments to the Broadcasting and Television Act, but the premier refused to countersign them. The path to reviving the industry has been blocked.
Xia Yixin’s View: What Lai Ching-te Can Learn from Carney—The Bearing Expected of a National Leader
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
As Canadian Prime Minister Carney demonstrates leadership by resisting external pressure while promoting domestic unity, Taiwan’s Lai Ching-te administration has intensified exclusionary rhetoric despite having a 40% approval rating. A true national leader must exercise restraint in wielding power and work to earn the trust of the entire population.
Chang Junkai’s Column: Has the Pandora’s Box of “Cross-Strait Unification” Been Opened?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwanese scholar Li Qize proposed a “Two Systems Taiwan Plan” in the Chinese media outlet 正當石, sparking vigorous debate across the Taiwan Strait. This highlights the lack of discussion in Taiwanese society.
Opinion: From the Spanish Armada to Digital Privateers—Will China and the EU Repeat Spain’s Fate in 1588?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
In August 2026, the Trump administration issued a presidential memorandum authorizing private companies to carry out offensive operations against foreign cybercrime organizations. A “digital privateering” model involving cooperation between the government and private sector has emerged, with implications for the international cybersecurity order.
Taiwan’s Falling Birthrate: The Scariest Thing Isn’t Having No Children! The Working-Age Population Will Plunge from 15.76 Million to 5.13 Million in 50 Years, and an Even More Terrifying “1 Thing” Lies Ahead
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan’s working-age population (15–64) is projected to fall from about 15.76 million to 5.13 million by 2075. As low birth rates and population aging accelerate, labor shortages in sectors that support society are worsening, potentially having a major impact on medical care, eldercare and public services.
Opinion: Isn’t 九十一萬 Versus 七十四萬 Enough? Why Has Lai Jui-lung Suddenly Gained a “Vietnamese Cheer Squad”?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
In the Kaohsiung mayoral race, Lai Jui-lung’s online popularity lagged, while a large number of Vietnamese fake accounts suddenly appeared to support him. This has raised concerns about political agency and underscored the importance of genuine support in elections.
Education Matters: Did We Learn Anything from the 清華大學 President Controversy?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
清華大學 President Kao Wei-yuan’s trip to the United States to take part in the selection process for the University of Hawaii presidency sparked criticism in academic circles over Taiwan’s higher education system and its approach to internationalization. The incident highlights constraints on university autonomy and difficulties retaining talent.
Wu Tongxiong’s View: 5,000 U.S. Troops Pour into Thailand—A Gamble or a Fool’s Errand?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Wu Tongxiong criticized the deployment of 5,000 U.S. troops to Thailand as a high-risk gamble, saying the move reflects strategic misjudgments by the United States and Taiwan on national security. He stressed that peaceful cooperation and science-based governance are the way forward.
Deng Hongyuan’s View: Are Top Universities Just Transfer Stations for Hsinchu Science Park?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
National Tsing Hua University professor Lin Xiuhao says Taiwan’s top universities have become high-paying springboards into the tech industry, leaving students with little motivation to learn. The “zombification” of education is a more serious problem than the impact of AI and is hindering the development of diverse talent.
Opinion: The Tripod Breaks, Spilling the Duke’s Food—the Old County Magistrate’s Slap
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Former Hsinchu County Magistrate Fan Zhenzong slapped Cheng Li-wen in public, blaming her for an election defeat. The incident reflects intensifying infighting and leadership failures within the Kuomintang, fueling a party crisis and voter anxiety.
Song Zuer ranked No. 1 in the “Top 10 Most Beautiful Natural-Faced Actresses in Chinese Dramas,” chosen by Chinese internet users. Her natural beauty and striking features even without makeup have drawn attention.
Opinion: Older People Are More Than Care Recipients—How Can Taiwan Turn “Healthy Life Expectancy” into National Resilience?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan has become a super-aged society, and treating older people solely as care recipients would overlook the fundamental issue. This article calls for a “national strategy for healthy life expectancy” that sustains older people’s ability to eat, muscle strength and mental faculties, turning the older population into a source of social resilience rather than simply a burden.
Opinion: If One Day We Lose, What Should Taiwan Do?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
This opinion piece discusses the sustainability of Taiwan’s political leadership and institutional design, emphasizing the need for robust institutions that continue to function even when power changes hands.
The Story of Migration Across the Aegean at the End of the Bronze Age: An Excerpt from How the World Shaped the West (4)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
In the late Bronze Age, Greek inhabitants influenced by Levantine culture migrated from the Aegean region to various parts of the Mediterranean, developing city-states and political systems. This process took shape through trade and cultural exchange.
South Korea’s Central Bank: Stablecoin Demand Could Weaken the Won; No Significant Impact Seen So Far
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
A Bank of Korea study noted that demand for stablecoins could affect foreign exchange rates. The impact is currently limited in South Korea because there is no direct trading, making future regulatory developments key.
Hunter Biden, Son of Former U.S. President Joe Biden: I May Run in the 2028 Presidential Election
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Hunter Biden, son of former U.S. President Joe Biden, has hinted at running in the 2028 presidential election. He is seeking to turn his experience overcoming past scandals into a political asset.
The “Best-Kept Secret” in U.S. Stocks Revealed! Veteran Fund Manager Favors Microcaps and Names “These Stocks”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
James Stifel of Royce Investment, part of Franklin Templeton, said micro-cap stocks worth less than $300 million are a “hidden opportunity in the U.S. stock market.” He is focusing on indirect beneficiaries of AI.
Companies mentioned：DHI Group、Ichor Holdings、Mistras Group、Applied Materials、Lam Research
Trump’s Approval Rating Falls to 40%; Midterms Could Change the Balance of Power! BofA Names Bonds the Contrarian Winner in Q4
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
President Trump’s approval rating has languished at 35–40%, raising the likelihood that Democrats will take control of Congress in the midterm elections. A U.S. bank’s chief strategist forecast that this would hurt the stock market, while bonds would become a contrarian pick in the fourth quarter.
China Focus: Production More Than Halved in 10 Years as Leather Shoes Struggle to Sell in China
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
China’s leather shoe production has fallen by more than half over 10 years, with major brands such as オカン and 紅蜻蜓 facing deteriorating performance and store closures. The main factor is consumers’ growing preference for athletic and casual styles.
Don’t Be Fooled by the Strong Nonfarm Payrolls: The August Jobs Report Is Actually Good for Bonds
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The U.S. August jobs report appeared solid, with an increase of 162,000, but most of the jobs were low-wage and real wages fell. Labor’s share of income also hit a record low. Easing concerns about an overheating economy could, conversely, be good news for the bond market.
Companies mentioned：MarketWatch、Cleveland Federal Reserve、U.S. Department of Labor
Money Turns to Chinese Stocks! AI Trades Are Overcrowded as Demand for CSI 500 and CSI 300 Derivatives Heats Up
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
With AI trades in South Korea and Japan overheating, investors are turning to Chinese stock derivatives, particularly products linked to the CSI 500 and CSI 300, to diversify risk and seek new sources of returns.
Companies mentioned：Barclays Plc、UBS Group AG、BNP Paribas、Bank of America、KraneShares
After Meeting Trump’s Envoy, Zelensky Admits the War Could Drag on Through Another Winter
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Ukrainian President Zelensky met with a Trump envoy and acknowledged that the war could continue into winter. He called for air defense and energy assistance as talks between the United States and Russia show progress.
How to Choose High-Dividend Stocks? First Eagle Favors These 3 Picks
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Christian Heck, chief investment officer at First Eagle, recommended 3 stocks with high dividends and room for growth: Noble, Kesko and Becton Dickinson. The recommendation comes as interest in dividend-paying stocks grows amid market uncertainty and has drawn investors’ attention.
No Deadline Set for Escorting Ships Through the Strait of Hormuz; U.S. Energy Secretary Says It Won’t Stop Until Iran Backs Down
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The U.S. energy secretary said the U.S. Navy would continue escort operations in the Strait of Hormuz as long as Iran’s provocations persist. The stability of global oil shipments is a concern, with significant political and economic implications.
Financial stocks lifted Taiwan’s stock market index, and 薬華薬 was newly added to the Taiwan 50 Index. The move is having a positive effect on the overall market as demand for AI-related semiconductors continues over the long term.
Lithuania Japan Culture Festival features Tokyo Awa Odori troupe, inviting the public to dance and celebrate together
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania, held the 3rd Japan Culture Festival, with bon odori at its heart, drawing public participation and deepening cultural exchange and friendship between Japan and Lithuania.
【Farglory】Announcement: The company has received an enforcement order from the Taiwan New Taipei District Court
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
遠見 announced that its head, Huang Yu-feng, was subject to a court-ordered seizure over personal debts. The company stressed that this was a personal matter with no significant impact on the company.
【國慶科技】Announcement that the company’s name is changing from “三晃股份有限公司” to “國慶科技股份有限公司”；announcement period：115年 July 01 to 115年 September 30.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
三晃股份有限公司 officially changed its name to 國慶科技股份有限公司 on 115年6月29日, while retaining stock code 1721. The change was approved by the Ministry of Economic Affairs and announced for 3 months as required.