# AI News 180m Report｜2026-09-11 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 6 of 8

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 587 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 168 items from 4 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Sep. 21 is Respect for the Aged Day. Also recommended as a gift! “Gentle on the Stomach,” powdered milk for adults, launches a campaign giving 2 trial sticks (a 1-day supply) to 300 people every month

- Published: 2026-09-11T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000201.000011145.html
- anchor: #n2653773
- Companies mentioned: 雪印ビーンスターク株式会社、雪印メグミルクグループ

Facts:
- Refreshed in spring 2026
- 男性は1日65g
- 女性は1日50g
- BMI below 21.5
- Approximately 3 tablespoons (20g of powdered milk)
- Consume 5g of protein
- 2,479 yen, tax included
- 4,959 yen, tax included

## “BIBLIO CRATE,” a foldable storage box for book lovers, goes on sale

- Published: 2026-09-11T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000390.000033531.html
- anchor: #n2653772
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ディスクユニオン、BIBLIOPHILIC

Facts:
- External dimensions: 360×360×355mm (when assembled)
- Weight: 1.5kg
- It can be folded down to just 100mm in height
- Price: 4,950 yen, tax included
- ¥4,500 before tax

## 【2026食トレンド】「一品完結型おにぎり」に約8割が関心あり。特別感やエンタメ性に加え、タイパ・コスパ重視のニーズも後押し

- Published: 2026-09-11T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000548.000046400.html
- anchor: #n2653771
- Companies mentioned: くふう生活者総合研究所、くふう総研、くふうカンパニーグループ、くふう Zaim、くふう トクバイ、スーパーヤマイチ、ドミー、ノムラストアー、ナリタヤ、GRAN KITCHEN ナリタヤ、ナフコトミダ、たからやフレサ

Facts:
- A survey on consumer awareness and behavior regarding commercially sold onigiri was conducted among 8,312 people
- 「月1回以上」購入する割合が合計で60.4%と6割に上りました
- “Convenience stores” ranked highest at 85.7%
- “Supermarkets” accounted for 52.9%
- Those with purchase experience—combining “buy often” (3.3%) and “buy occasionally” (27.4%)—accounted for about 30% (30.7%)
- 「購入したことはないが食べてみたい」(47.4%)という回答も約5割に上り
- 全体の約8割（78.1%）が購入経験または前向きな購入意向を示していることがわかりました
- “It’s filling and satisfying” (53.2%) was cited
- “A meal can be finished in a short time” (35.

## Now is the time to buy Apple products! Pay in installments with no fees at the Mitsui Sumitomo Card Apple Store online, and enter for a chance to receive 500 V Points

- Published: 2026-09-11T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000985.000032321.html
- anchor: #n2653770
- Companies mentioned: 三井住友カード株式会社、Apple

Facts:
- 500 V Points
- 100,000 points for 10 people
- 100,000 V Points
- 30,000 yen or more
- Friday, Sept. 11, 2026
- Saturday, Oct. 31

## Coming to 5 locations nationwide! “hololive production official pop up shop” announced

- Published: 2026-09-11T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001265.000030268.html
- anchor: #n2653769
- Companies mentioned: カバー株式会社、ムービック、ホロライブプロダクション、ライブポケットチケット

Facts:
- Starting Oct. 3, 2026 (Saturday)
- Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
- Business hours: 11:00–20:00
- 1会計のご購入金額2,200円（税込）ごとに1点
- 1会計のご購入金額5,500円（税込）ごとに1点
- 1会計のご購入金額7,700円（税込）以上で1点

## 【JAF Kyushu】Your vote decides the grand prize! “Top Roadside Station Grand Prix 2026,” selected by JAF members, now underway

- Published: 2026-09-11T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000007598.000010088.html
- anchor: #n2653768
- Companies mentioned: JAF九州本部、一般社団法人 日本自動車連盟、九州・沖縄「道の駅」連絡会駅長会

Facts:
- 3 categories: “Souvenirs and Local Products,” “Hospitality,” and “Comfort and Cleanliness”
- 10 voters will be selected by lottery to receive an assortment of local specialties from roadside stations worth 3,000 yen
- A “roadside station specialty products assortment” worth 3,000 yen

## Supporting growing children's feet with insoles! Osaka's longtime shoe manufacturer Adonis launches new business “ASHIIKU”

- Published: 2026-09-11T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000180035.html
- anchor: #n2653606
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アドニス、神戸大学医学部整形外科、株式会社PRAIA

Facts:
- We have been involved in shoemaking for 59 years
- Completed foot-pressure measurements and data analysis for 27 children
- Plans to measure an additional 30 children at a cram school in September
- ASHIIKU healthcare program for children starting at age 6
- Price: 4,950 yen (tax included)
- The adult “Corefix” is 7,700 yen (tax included)
- Junior M: 19.0–20.0 cm
- Junior L: 20.5–21.5 cm

## Gaming × expert knowledge VTuber agency “ウラロジゲームカンパニー” to hold its first POP UP SHOP at SHIBUYA TSUTAYA IP Bookstore!

- Published: 2026-09-11T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000141545.html
- anchor: #n2653605
- Companies mentioned: ウラロジゲームカンパニー、株式会社Lighthouse Studio、株式会社CARTA HOLDINGS、神ゲー攻略、Kaubel、LIT LIVE

Facts:
- Selling a total of 5 items, including original merchandise
- Acrylic stand (5 designs in total): 2,200 yen each (tax included)
- Resume-style clear file (5 designs in total): 1,000 yen each (tax included)
- Can badges (10 designs): 550 yen (tax included)
- Trading cheki photos (10 designs): 900 yen (tax included)
- SNS-style clear cards (random): 550 yen (tax included)
- 会場にて対象商品を1会計2,200円（税込）お買い上げごとに
- Gaming strategy site “神ゲー攻略,” with over 100 million monthly page views

## Notice of a press conference on the development of industry self-regulatory guidelines

- Published: 2026-09-11T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000129743.html
- anchor: #n2653604
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人日本障害者雇用促進事業者協会、促進協、JEAP、株式会社スタートライン

Facts:
- To be made public starting in October 2026 (Reiwa 8)
- After a 6-month preparation period following the announcement
- Scheduled to take effect on April 1, 2027 (Reiwa 9)

## Solving the challenges of “can't sell,” “can't hire,” and “can't communicate.” Seeking attendees for “Creator Matching,” a networking and business meeting event for companies and creators

- Published: 2026-09-11T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000044.000059745.html
- anchor: #n2653603
- Companies mentioned: 福岡商工会議所

Facts:
- 20 creator groups specializing in design, branding, video, photography, web, writing and more will exhibit booths
- At last year's “Creator Matching,” 621 business meetings were held.

## [シナグロ ORGANIC SALAD&CAFE そごう大宮] Introducing a great-value “morning set” with a drink and house-made focaccia!

- Published: 2026-09-11T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000058.000016408.html
- anchor: #n2653602
- Companies mentioned: 薬糧開発株式会社、シナグロ ORGANIC SALAD&CAFE そごう大宮、Tea Bird Tea（ティーバードティー）

Facts:
- House-made focaccia, with 5 varieties to choose from
- 61% cacao chocolate

## [2026 Autumn Higan] Take time amid your busy days to pause and express gratitude. Hasegawa Buddhist Altars presents “Ways to observe Higan that fit modern life”

- Published: 2026-09-11T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000126.000028816.html
- anchor: #n2653601
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社はせがわ、東京証券取引所

## [Held Sept. 12–Oct. 12] In conjunction with “Adapt Program Day,” Shokankyo launches a litter-picking campaign — Take part by picking up litter in your neighborhood!

- Published: 2026-09-11T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000132.000015952.html
- anchor: #n2653600
- Companies mentioned: 食品容器環境美化協会、株式会社ピリカ、全国清涼飲料連合会、全国トマト工業会、日本果汁協会、日本コーヒー飲料協会、コカ･コーラ協会、ビール酒造組合

Facts:
- Now in its 3rd year
- 519 municipalities, approximately 30% of municipalities nationwide
- Approximately 710 programs
- More than 51,000 organizations
- More than 1.7 million people
- More than 135 countries and regions
- More than 460 million pieces of litter have been collected to date

## [5th BUG Art Award] Application guidelines published. Applications open from January 20, 2027, for artists with 10 years or less of creative practice.

- Published: 2026-09-11T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000186.000030084.html
- anchor: #n2653599
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社リクルートホールディングス、BUG

Facts:
- Artists with 10 years or less of creative practice
- Starts at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, January 20, 2027
- A grant of 200,000 yen for artwork production costs
- A grant of 3 million yen for solo exhibition costs (artwork production, installation and removal)

## Reinterpreting hair-color creativity from outside the beauty industry. Hair color brand “KIRATERA” collaborates with creators from the film and video industry

- Published: 2026-09-11T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000238.000015244.html
- anchor: #n2653598
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社b-ex、KIRATERA、THE SLICK、PELE、JURK、hoth株式会社、Loretta、THROW

Facts:
- Oct. 2025
- Friday, September 11, 21:00
- Number of employees: 151 (as of August 2025)
- Capital: 100 million yen

## ◆Toward establishing an ecosystem that “stores hydrogen while producing organic compounds”◆ — Associate Professor Ryota Kondo and colleagues from the Faculty of Chemistry, Materials and Bioengineering at 関西大学 publish findings in a European chemistry journal

- Published: 2026-09-11T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000306.000013058.html
- anchor: #n2653597
- Companies mentioned: 関西大学、香川大学、大阪大学、北海道大学、Chemistry – A European Journal

Facts:
- Published in the European chemistry journal “Chemistry – A European Journal” on August 19, 2026.

## “おだきゅうはこね のりものフェスタ2026” — Second update: Details of the September 27 event at Gora Station confirmed!

- Published: 2026-09-11T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000306.000098471.html
- anchor: #n2653596
- Companies mentioned: 小田急箱根、箱根強羅観光協会、ロマンスカーミュージアム、TOMIX、レーティッシュ鉄道、箱根ナビYouTube

Facts:
- Purchases of 1,000 yen or more at the merchandise corner
- 各回小学生以下先着約２０名

## THREEPPY launches a new “Retro Mickey” design series with a total of 85 items

- Published: 2026-09-11T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000357.000039955.html
- anchor: #n2653595
- Companies mentioned: THREEPPY、株式会社大創産業、Disney

Facts:
- “Retro Mickey” design series with a total of 85 items
- Price: 200 yen (220 yen including tax)
- Price: 1,000 yen each (1,100 yen including tax)
- Price: 300 yen each (330 yen including tax)
- Price: ¥500 (¥550 including tax)
- 5,891 stores in 26 countries and regions worldwide
- Sales: 771 billion yen on a consolidated basis

## [シェーキーズ] “Tokyo Fair” featuring Tokyo-grown vegetables in pizzas and pasta, starting Wednesday, September 16, at 13 locations nationwide

- Published: 2026-09-11T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000583.000071323.html
- anchor: #n2653594
- Companies mentioned: シェーキーズ、ロイヤルグループ、大治、ニイクラファーム、野村ファーム、門倉農園

Facts:
- 13 locations nationwide
- Wednesday, September 16, 2026, through Monday, November 23 (national holiday)
- 3 products

## 【海外赴任前Zoom研修】”獲得する” 駐在員3大スキル・”生まれる”横のつながり《10/6開催 | 1名様からご参加可能》

- Published: 2026-09-11T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000610.000077877.html
- anchor: #n2653593
- Companies mentioned: インサイトアカデミー株式会社、ソニー、WWF、一般社団法人 Japan noharm Association

Facts:
- Cost: Regular price 55,000 yen
- More than 65% “very satisfied” (5-point rating scale)
- Recommendation rating: 8.7 (10-point rating scale)
- 22 years of overseas assignments
- Capital: 95 million yen

## A new limited-edition metallic Hairline Bronze color joins the “ace.” suitcase “Palissade 3-Z”

- Published: 2026-09-11T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000968.000015319.html
- anchor: #n2653592
- Companies mentioned: エース株式会社、ace.

Facts:
- Overall dimensions (H × W × D)
- Weight
- Volume
- Price including tax
- Weight

## 和食さと: Save on alcohol, side dishes and a finishing dish, too! “Night Discount Vol. 2” starts Friday, Sept. 11!

- Published: 2026-09-11T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001025.000122416.html
- anchor: #n2653591
- Companies mentioned: 和食さと、SRSホールディングス株式会社、サトフードサービス株式会社

Facts:
- 国内202店舗を展開する「和食さと」
- Enjoy 3 alcoholic drinks for 100 yen (110 yen including tax)
- Save 220 yen, including tax, on 3 noodle and rice bowl dishes
- Starts Friday, September 11
- Friday, September 11–Wednesday, September 30

## Bring protein drinks into everyday life with delicious fruit: “トロピカーナエッセンシャルズ FRUIT&PROTEIN” launches Tuesday, October 6

- Published: 2026-09-11T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001614.000073077.html
- anchor: #n2653590
- Companies mentioned: キリンビバレッジ株式会社、キリンホールディングス株式会社、トロピカーナ

Facts:
- 1本当たりたんぱく質10g
- 16% fruit juice
- 11% fruit juice
- 230 yen

## The 56th installment in the popular “Otome no Honodana” series is here! “Oshare Doji,” a collaboration between a masterpiece by the hugely popular literary author Osamu Dazai and illustrator ウミ乃, goes on sale

- Published: 2026-09-11T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000007650.000005875.html
- anchor: #n2653589
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社リットーミュージック、立東舎、株式会社インプレスホールディングス、インプレスグループ

Facts:
- List price: ¥2,475 (¥2,250 before tax + 10% tax)
- Released on September 11, 2026
- This brings the series to 56 books

## “Professor Yoro Thinks About Life! Ep62: Do You Like Rakugo?” Now streaming on Audible

- Published: 2026-09-11T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000557.000060069.html
- anchor: #n2653422
- Companies mentioned: Audible、VOOX、Moon Creative Lab Inc.、三井物産

Facts:
- The “バカの壁” series has surpassed 7 million copies sold
- He was diagnosed with cancer last year, at the age of 86
- Currently offers more than 700 episodes of content.

## Kurashiki's Bikan Historical Quarter to appear in global hit game Fortnite; free event where participants can play with professional esports players to be held Oct. 25（倉敷市・200 people selected by lottery）

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:51:10+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000045.000038392.html
- anchor: #n2653423
- Companies mentioned: 倉敷市、SETOUCHI SPARKS、Acris、OCS HIROSHIMA、株式会社tenshabi、大原美術館、Epic Games, Inc.

Facts:
- Capacity: 200 people（by lottery）
- Workshop only: separately, 10 people（groups）× 3 sessions
- Player “Hagi,” ranked 60th in Asia
- Fortnite, played by more than 300 million people worldwide

## Zatch Bell!! and ミタクルブロック collaborate! Famous duos and iconic scenes become cute, pixel-art-style block figures! Orders for all 7 types begin Sept. 11

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:40:21+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000062.000164761.html
- anchor: #n2653778
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社G-ant、ミタクルブロック

Facts:
- ¥5,000 each (tax included)
- ¥12,000 (tax included)
- From Sept. 11, 2026（Fri.）through Jan. 31, 2027（Sun.）

## 【岡山・平和町】「愚痴の持ち込み、一切禁止！」本格炉端と鮨を五感で楽しむ『炉端焼き ばかわらい』がグランドオープン

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000190420.html
- anchor: #n2654007
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エヌワン、炉端焼き ばかわらい、岡山天麩羅屋台 狐（きつね）

Facts:
- August 2026

## Protect lives! Fall Traffic Safety Campaign

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000213.000125115.html
- anchor: #n2653779
- Companies mentioned: 鳴門市役所、徳島県、徳島県鳴門市、徳島県鳴門警察署

Facts:
- “2,000-meter wave of people” campaign
- For 10 days, from Sept. 21（Mon., public holiday）through 30（Wed.）
- From 5:30 p.m. on Sept. 30（Wed.）

## Bring colored-pencil artist かわばたあきこ’s distinctive world into everyday life. New washi paper writing sheets with rich texture

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000165651.html
- anchor: #n2653609
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社谷口松雄堂、かわばたあきこ

Facts:
- Price: 430 yen（excluding tax/suggested retail price）
- Price: 620 yen（excluding tax/suggested retail price）
- Dimensions: 150×70mm
- Dimensions: 180×80mm
- Dimensions: 148×100mm
- Weight: 21g
- Weight: 28g
- Weight: 29g

## 【国際ファッション専門職大学】Free public lecture to be held Sept. 26（Sat.）! “Playing the loom, listening to patterns”

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000893.000011137.html
- anchor: #n2653608
- Companies mentioned: 国際ファッション専門職大学、CREAPOLE、ESMOD、LIM College

Facts:
- 2026年9月26（土）10時00分～11時30分

## 【メルキュール横須賀】Mercure Yokosuka to hold “HALLOWEEN Fair 2026,” featuring a pumpkin-filled afternoon tea and a witch-themed lunch buffet, for a limited time

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001056.000052177.html
- anchor: #n2653607
- Companies mentioned: メルキュール横須賀、エイ・エイ・ピー・シー・ジャパン株式会社、ロンネフェルト、アコー

Facts:
- 160 guest rooms
- 8 banquet and meeting rooms
- 5,500 yen per person（tax included）
- Adults: 4,400 yen
- Elementary school students: 2,200 yen
- More than 1,000 hotels
- More than 60 countries
- More than 5,800 facilities
- More than 110 countries

## Konoe Intelligence obtains patent for implementing LLM guardrails using mechanistic interpretability

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:28:21+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000160129.html
- anchor: #n2653780
- Companies mentioned: Konoe Intelligence株式会社、NVIDIA、Aladdin Security株式会社

Facts:
- Harmful content blocking rate: 84.1%
- Inspection latency: 0.18 milliseconds
- Approximately 1 in 330

## Newspapers take notice! As the “after-school day service refugee” problem affects 86.1% nationwide, Yushin Across—bringing expertise from 430 classrooms—is accelerating new openings to address the shortage of places for children

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:27:04+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000147816.html
- anchor: #n2653610
- Companies mentioned: 有信アクロス株式会社、福島民報、毎日新聞、岩手民報、文教大学

Facts:
- Among member organizations nationwide, 86.1%（124 companies）said they had “turned down requests for children to use their services” due to reasons such as a lack of available spaces
- At 30.6% of all organizations（44 companies）, refusals are still a regular occurrence
- Operational expertise from approximately 430 classrooms nationwide
- The number of facilities in Fukushima Prefecture was 203 in 2020
- 330 locations in 2025

## 【New report published】MUFG不動産研究所 research report: “25 Years Since the J-REIT Market Was Established: From Market Launch to Maturity—How Has Japan’s Real Estate Market Changed?”

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:25:47+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000367.000036656.html
- anchor: #n2653781
- Companies mentioned: 三菱UFJ信託銀行株式会社、MUFG不動産研究所、GLＰ投資法人、森トラストリート投資法人、不動産証券化協会

Facts:
- 25 Years Since the J-REIT Market Was Established

## From medicine and aesthetics to robotics: free online seminar series “Sunday Morning: Exploring the Cutting Edge,” offering lessons in “modern liberal arts,” launches Sept. 27; 6 sessions in all

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000121440.html
- anchor: #n2653783
- Companies mentioned: サイアンスアカデミー、CYBERDYNE

Facts:
- 6 sessions in all＋1 special episode
- 75 minutes to broaden your view of the world

## 【Free appraisal】Get organized this fall! “高価買取おたからや” buying fair to be held at “ホームズ三郷中央店” in Misato, Saitama Prefecture!｜Sept. 12（Sat.）–Oct. 2（Fri.）

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000370.000080252.html
- anchor: #n2653782
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社いーふらん、高価買取おたからや、ホームズ三郷中央店

Facts:
- More than 1,990 stores worldwide
- High rating rate 96.2%
- Foreign-made gold ingot, 1kg: ¥30,002,000
- Accessories found at a family home (K18, 238.9 g): ¥5,368,400
- Bracelet purchased overseas (K22, 79.1 g): ¥2,164,300

## A new Animate store is coming: “アニメイト福岡ANNEX” to grand-open on the 8th floor of Fukuoka PARCO on Nov. 2!

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:07:57+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008961.000016756.html
- anchor: #n2654062
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アニメイト、アニメイト福岡ANNEX、アニメイト福岡パルコ、MOVIC

Facts:
- 124 stores across all 47 prefectures
- Nov. 2, 2026

## A taste of home to peel and enjoy: 84 children at Ozawa Elementary School in Toyohashi take on the challenge of peeling

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:05:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001019.000025583.html
- anchor: #n2654391
- Companies mentioned: 豊橋市、小島梨組合

Facts:
- 84 children
- It has continued since 1998
- Since fiscal 2021
- More than 50 types are said to exist in Japan

## ロンジェビティ産業の最前線を伝えるメディア「Longevity Journal」、ビジネスジャーナルとRhelixaが協業し運営開始

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000157024.html
- anchor: #n2653424
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アングルクリエイト、株式会社Rhelixa、ビジネスジャーナル

Facts:
- 【Sept. 11, 2026】

## European-style curry from “オーベルジーヌ,” a long-favorite in the entertainment and television industries, becomes a potato snack! Nationwide rollout as an amusement-facility-exclusive box begins in mid-September

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000043.000032657.html
- anchor: #n2654501
- Companies mentioned: オーベルジーヌ、株式会社ヨシナ

Facts:
- Founded in 1987
- 3 bags of potato snacks

## 【Sept. 25・limited to 8 participants】Small-group dinner for executives running services for affluent clients, hosted by Only Story｜Tokyo Midtown

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000434.000015335.html
- anchor: #n2654500
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オンリーストーリー、株式会社ウィルオブ・ワーク

Facts:
- Capacity: 8 people
- Participation fee: 15,730 yen
- One of Japan’s largest decision-maker matching platforms, with 7,000 screened members
- Surpassed 300 events
- More than 3,000 decision-makers and business leaders have participated to date

## Notice: Book discussion on “The First to Go Hungry in the World Will Be Japan: How Can We Protect Food Security,” by Nobuhiro Suzuki

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000062.000183816.html
- anchor: #n2654009
- Companies mentioned: AIマネー大学株式会社、講談社、HOYA株式会社、投資ブラザーズ合同会社、少数株ドットコム株式会社、株式会社河野メリクロン、日本ハムファイターズ、男女産み分けドットコム、CapitalJusticeLab

Facts:
- Just over 45 percent in favor
- 4,000 characters
- Late September 2026
- November 2022
- 2025 favorable court ruling

## 【Group homes are about more than dementia care】What prospective residents’ families care about most is “medical coordination” at 47.5%—the highest among 8 facility types｜みんなの介護研究所 “Facility Type × Areas of Interest Survey” ＜September 2026＞

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000284.000015597.html
- anchor: #n2654008
- Companies mentioned: みんなの介護、みんなの介護研究所、株式会社クーリエ、TFCO株式会社、日本大学

Facts:
- 47.5% of group home visitors mentioned “medical coordination”
- Meals: 33.0%
- Recreational activities: 31.5%
- “High” costs: 10.4%
- Entrance fee: 6.9%
- Assisted-living homes with nursing care: 44.3%
- Special nursing homes for the elderly: 42.9%
- Senior housing: 23.2%
- September 2026
- May 14–May 22, 2026
- May 14, 2026–May 26, 2026
- Joined Courrier in December 2025
- Has worked in media businesses spanning magazines, the web and communities for approximately 20 years
- 1ユニット9人以下の小規模なユニットケア
- Assisted-living homes with nursing care 5,7

## 【Echizen City】“Ajimano Temple Open House 2026” to open a temple as a “place for the community” on Sept. 26・27 at Honzan Goushoji!

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000171763.html
- anchor: #n2653835

“Ajimano Temple Open House 2026” will be held Sept. 26・27, 2026, at Goushoji in Echizen City, Fukui Prefecture. This cultural event, led by local residents, reimagines the temple as a “place for the community.”

## “Responding to the voices of those who need it” is the essence of manufacturing: following strong interest and responding to encore requests, the 2nd project for the movable stainless-steel lure “Metareal” is set for CAMPFIRE

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000181868.html
- anchor: #n2653791
- Companies mentioned: メイワグループ株式会社、明和工業株式会社、CAMPFIRE、Makuake

Facts:
- Target achievement rate: 1,604%
- Total support raised: ¥1,283,400
- 73 supporters
- Starting Wednesday, September 16, 2026
- 30 days

## Addressing the growing demand for “commercial air conditioner repairs to extend equipment life” amid rising prices. 日本エアコン機構 to open a “Commercial Air Conditioning Repair School” in November, making black-boxed technical knowledge accessible

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000160315.html
- anchor: #n2653790
- Companies mentioned: 日本エアコン機構、株式会社まる優

Facts:
- 45% of the course fee will be subsidized
- Wastes +20–30% more electricity than normal
- Approximately 2,000 times the greenhouse effect of CO2

## マレリ celebrates the history of motorcycle racing through an exhibition of electronic control technology at the FIM レーシング・モーターサイクル・ミュージアム

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000040.000027739.html
- anchor: #n2653789
- Companies mentioned: マレリ、FIM、Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme、レーシング・モーターサイクル・ミュージアム、MVL4、AGO-340、REX-140、REX-120、BAZ-340

Facts:
- More than 40 official race vehicles are on display
- 9 themed zones
- Approximately 40,000 employees
- More than 150 facilities and research and development centers

## 【JR West × Holiday Hack collaboration product】Launching the immersive experience game “Track Down the Missing Senior: A Story Beginning in Kobe”!

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000080.000067263.html
- anchor: #n2653788
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社休日ハック、西日本旅客鉄道株式会社、株式会社ジェイアール西日本デイリーサービスネット、株式会社ブックスキヨスク、株式会社ジェイアール西日本ファッショングッズ、株式会社 日本旅行、一般財団法人神戸観光局

Facts:
- More than 12,000 customers experienced the previous installment
- 価 格：2,500円（1名様あたり、税込）

## On Sept. 11, Public Telephone Day, Jiffcy investigates Gen Z’s growing aversion to phone calls

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000084.000036471.html
- anchor: #n2653787
- Companies mentioned: Jiffcy、LINE、Instagram

Jiffcy surveyed Gen Z on their attitudes toward phone calls. 52.2% feel uncomfortable making calls, while text-based tools such as LINE and Jiffcy are becoming popular alternatives.

Facts:
- A total of 52.2% said they “feel very uncomfortable” or “feel uncomfortable”
- More than 40% (41.0%) answered “Yes”
- “LINE” (86.7%)
- “Instagram DMs” (54.8%)
- “Jiffcy” (43.1%)
- “Because people nearby can’t hear me speaking” (52.0%)
- “Because I don’t get nervous” (50.0%)
- “Because it’s easier to get my point across” (30.6%)

## This fall, the Tokai region will be buzzing with new excitement!! Commercial facilities in the 三井不動産グループ and facilities across the Tokai area join forces for “TOKAI ENJOY FES,” celebrating all the fun and delicious things the region has to offer

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000120.000105392.html
- anchor: #n2653786
- Companies mentioned: 三井不動産商業マネジメント株式会社、三井不動産グループ、Go Too! Group、CBCテレビ、FIBA、IWBF、LINE、グランツーリスモ7、ぷよぷよ、Fallguys、GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-、マインクラフト、LEGO、花咲かタイムズ、デララバ、TSUJIGUCHI WORLD、ROASTING H、矢場味仙、矢場とん、シャルムベーカリー・ポンシェ、スパゲッティハウス ヨコイ、呪術廻戦

Facts:
- 開催期間： 2026年9月19日(土)～10月25日(日)
- 日程：2026年10月10日(土)・10月11日(日)
- Date: Oct. 11, 2026 (Sun)
- Date: Sept. 19, 2026 (Sat)
- Date: Oct. 3, 2026 (Sat)
- 日程：2026年10月17日(土)・10月18日(日)
- Date: Oct. 10, 2026

## Pizza at home on September weekends! 出前館 launches its “Half-Price Pizza Festival” today, with eligible items 50% off for 3 days

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000545.000029254.html
- anchor: #n2653785
- Companies mentioned: 出前館、ドミノ・ピザ、ピザハット、ピザーラ、ナポリの窯

Facts:
- 50% off
- 3 days
- ¥4,030
- ¥2,015
- ¥2,760
- 1,380 yen
- 6,400 yen
- 3,200 yen
- 4,200 yen
- ¥2,100

## 【Turning irritation into imaginary humor】A book of chuckle-worthy “little curses” is here!

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009429.000002535.html
- anchor: #n2653784
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 学研ホールディングス、株式会社 Gakken、学研出版、Amazon、楽天ブックス、Kindle

Gakken will release “Curse It Away When You’re Annoyed! The Little Curse Encyclopedia” in September 2026. This humorous book laughs off everyday frustrations with surreal imaginings, offering a fresh idea for a stressful society.

Facts:
- List price: 1,650 yen (tax included)
- B6 size, 152 pages
- Release date: September 10, 2026
- ISBN: 978-4-05-407111-7
- Capital: 50 million yen
- Revenue: ¥199.1 billion
- 124 group companies

## A limited-time shop from UK and European vintage clothing store “The Tone Collective” opens at MIYASHITA PARK!

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000069619.html
- anchor: #n2653618
- Companies mentioned: The Tone Collective、Barbican Estate、Marco Ninni、KEISUKE YOSHIZAWA、God Unknown Records

Facts:
- Tickets: ¥3,000 (with drink)

## Lantern stands made from offcuts to appear at Daikanyama T-SITE’s “Soryosai” festival

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000123873.html
- anchor: #n2653617
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社XENCE、カルチュア・コンビニエンス・クラブ株式会社、株式会社nojimoku、木工 束の間・付加付加工作

Facts:
- Approximately 46% of the materials are offcuts from lumber processing, including “mimi-zai” edge pieces
- 炭素貯蔵量 1,288 kg (1台あたり)

## The 3rd migration seminar of Reiwa 8 will be held

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000024.000181918.html
- anchor: #n2653616
- Companies mentioned: 京都市、髙橋勝建築設計事務所、garDEN株式会社、株式会社ヤタガラスプロジェクツ、うつほの杜学園

Facts:
- Capacity: 90 people
- More than 200 new homes

## ハウスバード株式会社 supports Setouchi City’s participation in the “Regional Revitalization SDGs Fest at GOOD LIFE Fair 2026”

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000049.000104844.html
- anchor: #n2653615
- Companies mentioned: ハウスバード株式会社、アグレ都市デザイン株式会社、瀬戸内市移住交流促進協議会、内閣府地方創生推進室、株式会社コナミデジタルエンタテインメント、株式会社朝日新聞社

Facts:
- 全国の空き家は900万2千戸
- The vacant house rate is 13.8%
- There are also 3.856 million vacant homes, excluding those for rent or sale and secondary residences.
- Produces accommodations at more than 80 facilities nationwide

## Support for recovery and reconstruction in areas affected by the “August Reiwa 8 Chiba torrential rain”

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000055.000121900.html
- anchor: #n2653614
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社丸山製作所、千葉県

Facts:
- Donation: ¥3 million

## Fun for adults and kids alike! The “Autumn Music Beer Terrace MATSURI” will be held for 4 days, from Sept. 19 (Sat) to 22 (Tue, holiday), on the 13th-floor terrace at 新宿タカシマヤ レストランズ パーク. Illuminations will light up at night!

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000080.000160791.html
- anchor: #n2653613
- Companies mentioned: 東神開発株式会社、新宿タカシマヤ、レストランズ パーク、松阪市、つばめグリル、オリーブハウス、ダイニングセスト、センソブレッツ、カフェ、クレープリー

Facts:
- 7 artists
- Sept. 20 (Sun), 12:00–17:00
- 03-5361-1111 (main)

## The safety culture of orienteering nurtured by the University of Tsukuba competition: all athletes to use “COCOHELI” for 2 consecutive events

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000145.000039904.html
- anchor: #n2653612
- Companies mentioned: AUTHENTIC JAPAN株式会社、筑波大学体育会オリエンテーリング部

Facts:
- The event will be held on Sept. 23, 2026 (Wed, holiday) in Happo-ga-hara, in Yaita and Nasushiobara, Tochigi Prefecture
- Participants: approximately 500
- Membership has grown to more than 170,000

## 【Popular seminar】Find clues to choosing a career! A workshop to discover “What matters to you in your work”

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001164.000001346.html
- anchor: #n2653611
- Companies mentioned: ワークキャリア株式会社、ジョブトレ

Facts:
- 2026年9月28日(月)の10:00より
- Capacity: 100 people

## The “Japan’s Hometown: Tono Festival,” bringing together more than 50 local and traditional performing arts from Tono, Iwate Prefecture, will be held on Sept. 19 (Sat) and 20 (Sun). Reserved seats will be offered for the first time! The popular livestream will return this year!

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000144434.html
- anchor: #n2653441
- Companies mentioned: 日本のふるさと遠野まつり実行委員会、遠野テレビ、遠野市郷土芸能協議会、株式会社遠野ふるさと商社、一般社団法人遠野市観光協会、観光マネジメントボード遠野

Facts:
- More than 50 local performing arts groups
- Saturday, September 19
- More than 10 groups in the city

## CHIBA SKY WINGS women play 3 games in Takasaki. The final game ends 17–19, offering takeaways and challenges ahead of the September campaign

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000173160.html
- anchor: #n2653440
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SKYPORT、CHIBA SKY WINGS、ST-KASUMI、Owen、SANJO BEATERS、FIBA

Facts:
- ST-KASUMI game: 13–20 (loss)
- Owen game: 21–11 (win)
- SANJO BEATERS game: 17–19 (loss)

## 一般社団法人リジェネレーション conducts an independent survey of decarbonization measures and results in 1,215 municipalities that have declared themselves Zero Carbon Cities. Detailed report to be released on Sept. 8

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000133687.html
- anchor: #n2653439
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人Re-Generation、環境省、神戸市、生駒市、兵庫県、佐賀県、福井県、山口県、神戸大学、IGES、ひょうご環境保全連絡会、瀬戸内海環境保全知事・市長会議、佐賀商工会議所青年部、KDDI

Facts:
- 1,215 municipalities have declared themselves Zero Carbon Cities
- The number of municipalities that have declared themselves Zero Carbon Cities has reached 1,215 (68.0%)
- The survey found that 98.6% of them have completed an implementation plan (administrative operations section)
- 26.6% have achieved ZEB Oriented-equivalent performance or higher in new buildings
- 1.7% have converted all lighting to LEDs
- 0.2% have converted all official vehicles to electric vehicles
- Tochigi and Yamanashi prefectures ranked highest at 100.0%
- Okinawa Prefecture ranked lowest at 16.7%
- 93.7% of municipalities have populations of at least 100,000
- Population: 1

## ENEOSでんき signs surprise deal with 呼び込み君. The “pro at drawing customers in” to savings takes up the CYO post

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000165751.html
- anchor: #n2653438
- Companies mentioned: ENEOS Power株式会社、ENEOSでんき、群馬電機株式会社、バローホールディングス、青島文化教材社、ドン・キホーテ、ヤマハ、Google、四国銀行、上毛新聞、電撃ホビーウェブ、東京新聞、ねとらぼ、日経MJ、毎日新聞、D4DJ Groovy Mix、ちいかわ

Facts:
- More than 80,000 units have been installed at supermarkets and other locations nationwide (※１)
- The number of performances totals approximately 29 million a year (company estimate ※4)
- More than 25 years of supply track record (※6)
- 呼び込み君の勤務中の電気代は、1日12時間の稼働で月額約120円と
- Shipments surpass 40,000 units
- Nearly doubled over the past 8 years

## <The Conran Shop> “Katachi” layers contemporary design onto Japan’s climate and traditional techniques

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000048272.html
- anchor: #n2653437
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コンランショップ・ジャパン、Karimoku Furniture、Ojas Speaker、照明作家 谷 俊幸、浅野商店、内田 繁、paper moon、2016/、WHITE BEACH POTTERY、博多曲物 玉樹、casanet、Caff、Resöma、Island、URUSHICA 漆琳堂、ZOZO NEXT

Facts:
- Taking place at The Conran Shop locations from September 18, 2026 (Friday)
- The Shibata family has continued making curved wooden boxes for more than 420 years, since the first-generation 吉右衛門
- 燕物産, a long-established tableware maker founded in 1751
- The new brand “casanet（カサネ）” was launched by 株式会社WASARA in November 2024
- 株式会社漆琳堂, a lacquerware workshop founded in 1793 that carries on the techniques of Echizen lacquerware in the Kawada district of Sabae, Fukui Prefecture

## “Maybe It’s the Yoshitake Shinsuke Exhibition” opens soon in Miyagi; Yoshitake will also give a gallery talk at the preview on the 25th

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000040.000173560.html
- anchor: #n2653436
- Companies mentioned: 河北新報社、仙台放送、朝日新聞社、白泉社、ブロンズ新社

Facts:
- Sept. 25, 2026 (Fri)
- 14:00～17:00（受付開始13:30）
- 2026年9月26日（土）～11月8日（日）
- 10:00–17:00 (last admission is 30 minutes before closing)
- Approximately more than 400 items

## Box and OpenAI partner to reinvent how businesses work with AI and content

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000073.000118212.html
- anchor: #n2653435
- Companies mentioned: Box, Inc.、OpenAI、ChatGPT、Box Japan、JLL、モルガン・スタンレー

Facts:
- In Japan, we support business efficiency at approximately 23,000 companies and 86% of Nikkei 225 companies

## Taiwanese café 春水堂（チュンスイタン） launches “Matcha Douhua,” a collaboration between traditional Taiwanese dessert douhua and Uji matcha, on Sept. 15 (Tuesday)

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000089.000090525.html
- anchor: #n2653434
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オアシスティーラウンジ、春水堂（チュンスイタン）

Facts:
- “Matcha Douhua” (1,045 yen, tax included)
- Operates more than 60 locations across Taiwan

## AMIRI launches new “Biscotto” bag

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000122.000046849.html
- anchor: #n2653433
- Companies mentioned: AMIRI、AMIRI TOKYO、株式会社スタッフインターナショナルジャパン

Facts:
- BIG BISCOTTO BAG ￥227,700 (tax included)
- BABY BISCOTTO BAG ￥194,700 (tax included)
- SUEDE BIG BISCOTTO BAG ￥217,800 (tax included)
- SUEDE BABY BISCOTTO BAG ￥184,800 (tax included)

## 龍谷ミュージアム presents its fall special exhibition, “Everyone, Come Visit Fumonji Temple in Higashi-Mikawa!”

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000234.000108310.html
- anchor: #n2653432
- Companies mentioned: 龍谷大学、龍谷ミュージアム、京都新聞、中日新聞社、船形山 普門寺、浄土真宗本願寺派、本願寺、NHK京都放送局、KBS京都、エフエム京都、龍谷大学親和会、龍谷大学校友会

Facts:
- 2026年9月19日（土）から11月23日（月・祝）まで
- General admission: 1,200 yen (1,000 yen)
- High school and university students: 600 yen (400 yen)
- Elementary and junior high school students: 300 yen (200 yen)
- Participation fee: ¥500 (tax included)
- Participation fee: 1,500 yen (tax included)
- Participation fee: ¥1,000 (tax included)

## [Previously unreleased data revealed] Arima’s famous hot springs and a wealth of expansive entertainment spas! The “ニフティ温泉 Annual Rankings 2025” unveils the Kansai area TOP 10!

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000269.000049786.html
- anchor: #n2653431
- Companies mentioned: ニフティライフスタイル株式会社、ニフティ温泉

Facts:
- Information on approximately 23,000 bathing facilities nationwide
- Eligible facilities: 22,821 bathing facilities listed on “ニフティ温泉”
- New openings category: 126 facilities opened since December 2024

## All-you-can-eat anko, shiratama, ice cream, and even the “anko roll wrapper”! The long-established Japanese confectionery shop’s “Anmitsu Bar®” returns for 10 days only during Silver Week

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000275.000074986.html
- anchor: #n2653430
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社お亀堂

Facts:
- For 10 days only
- All-you-can-eat for 60 minutes
- Adults: 1,280 yen (tax included)
- Elementary school students and younger: 680 yen (tax included)

## [Bangkok Japan Expo 2026] JDFA representative director Masao Kiba receives the “Thailand-Japan Friendship Honorary Award”!

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000283.000035073.html
- anchor: #n2653429
- Companies mentioned: 森下仁丹株式会社、Japan Dream Football Association、ガンバ大阪

Facts:
- We have walked alongside JDFA’s youth development program for more than 10 years
- This year, we also supported the efforts of young athletes from Thailand and Japan across a total of 16 teams. This is the 9th year we have served as title sponsor of the tournament
- The event drew a crowd of 150,000 over 3 days
- Young athletes from a total of 16 teams representing Thailand and Japan

## Instagram automation tool “エルグラム” revamps its user guide site

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000451.000059114.html
- anchor: #n2653428
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ミショナ、エルグラム、Meta

Facts:
- Surpassed 30,000 implementations as of July 2026

## Exa successfully systematizes legal application processes at Cosmo Oil’s Chiba Refinery, reducing reliance on individual expertise and strengthening compliance

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000452.000001318.html
- anchor: #n2653427
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エクサ、コスモ石油株式会社、Microsoft

Facts:
- The Industrial Safety and Health Act is explained in a guidebook spanning approximately 500 pages
- Systematized the decision-making logic for 16 key laws and regulations

## New article for businesses! “タレントパワーランキング” provides an in-depth analysis, based on survey data, of talent appearing in job recruitment and career-change commercials!

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000510.000062573.html
- anchor: #n2653426
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アーキテクト、タレントパワーランキング

Facts:
- 1280 celebrities selected
- Approximately 330 people selected for the image survey
- 1年に4回（2月、5月、8月、11月）実施
- A total of 4,400 people surveyed

## アキッパ to operate official parking facilities at the “Tajimi City Anniversary Fireworks Festival”

- Published: 2026-09-11T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000630.000016205.html
- anchor: #n2653425
- Companies mentioned: akippa株式会社、アキッパ

Facts:
- School grounds at 3 locations
- Sunday, October 18, 2026
- Tuesday, September 1, 2026
- Current cumulative membership: 5.5 million
- More than 55,000 parking spaces listed nationwide and available for reservations at all times

## おふろcafe 湯守座 in Yokkaichi, Mie Prefecture, will reopen after renovations on October 30, 2026. Discounted multi-visit tickets that remain valid after the renovation are now on sale

- Published: 2026-09-11T09:53:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001480.000034897.html
- anchor: #n2653442
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Kii company、株式会社ONDOホールディングス、おふろcafe 湯守座

Facts:
- 10-ticket booklet for all-day admission: 11,000 yen (tax included)
- 10-ticket booklet for 60-minute morning baths, valid at all locations: 5,500 yen (tax included)
- 10-ticket booklet for 120-minute admission: 8,500 yen (tax included)
- Membership fee: 220 yen

## [From Nagoya!] “昼だけうなぎ屋,” known for unbeatable value and lines that never let up, opens its 3rd Tokyo location near Shinjuku-gyoemmae Station on September 28, 2026!

- Published: 2026-09-11T09:53:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000044.000145487.html
- anchor: #n2653619
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アクトコミュニティ、昼だけうなぎ屋、焼肉29テラス、UberEats

Facts:
- Authentic charcoal-grilled Nagoya specialty hitsumabushi starting at 2,600 yen (tax included)
- It’s called the “Fujitama Bowl”: 2,800 yen (tax included)
- Seating capacity: 32 seats
- A garden visited by 3 million people annually
- A wholesale produce dealer with a history spanning more than 90 years

## LALIQUE opens a new boutique at 玉川髙島屋

- Published: 2026-09-11T09:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000112.000035335.html
- anchor: #n2653836
- Companies mentioned: LALIQUE、ラリック、玉川髙島屋

Facts:
- Since its founding in 1898
- Sept. 16, 2026

## Listed DAR(POS) on the BingX exchange on September 7

- Published: 2026-09-11T09:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000121644.html
- anchor: #n2653837
- Companies mentioned: BingX、Toobit、Deepcoin、P2B Crypto Exchange

DART’s DAR token listed on BingX on September 7, 2026, marking an important step in expanding global circulation and its Web3 business.

## Shift management, time and attendance, and BI under one roof: OM Network to make its first solo appearance at “Retail & Restaurant DX EXPO 2026 Tokyo”

- Published: 2026-09-11T09:15:58+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000157.000092212.html
- anchor: #n2653838
- Companies mentioned: オーエムネットワーク株式会社、OMN株式会社、DX EXPO2026 夏

Facts:
- Approximately 30 staff members in total
- Booth No. S01-10

## [Celebrate the Harvest Moon with pizza!] A sale is underway at ピザハット, with discounts of up to 56% on 2 eligible items, including its hugely popular “Sukiyaki Tsukimi Variety ４”!

- Published: 2026-09-11T09:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000380.000031164.html
- anchor: #n2653839
- Companies mentioned: ピザハット、日本ピザハット株式会社

Facts:
- Takeout: 1,180 yen
- Delivery ¥1,680
- Takeout ¥1,380
- Delivery ¥1,880
- More than 600 locations nationwide

## A “vacant villa no longer in use” becomes a local lodging. A whole-villa rental, UMI&mikkabi（ウミト ミッカビ）, will open in Mikkabi, on Lake Hamana, on October 1, 2026

- Published: 2026-09-11T09:09:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000078.000051505.html
- anchor: #n2653443
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スズヒロ、UMI&mikkabi、UMI&kanzanji、365BASE outdoor hostel

Facts:
- 97 groups・105 nights
- Total sales: ¥11,675,180
- Average room rate: ¥111,192
- 想定される1棟あたりの年間売上は1,300万〜1,500万円
- 【From ¥85,000 (up to 4 people)
- 5名目以降 1名11,000円 追加
- 犬1頭 5,500円

## The official visual book from 皇居三の丸尚蔵館, “Jakuchu: All of the National Treasure ‘Colorful Realm of Living Beings,’” faithfully reproducing the original colors using high-resolution image data, goes on sale Nov. 9 (Mon)!

- Published: 2026-09-11T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000061.000042563.html
- anchor: #n2653840
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社平凡社、キヤノン、皇居三の丸尚蔵館、日本デザインセンター、アマゾン、宮内庁、独立行政法人国立文化財機構

Facts:
- On sale Monday, Nov. 9
- All 30 panels of “Colorful Realm of Living Beings” to be shown together
- 272 pages
- ¥5,280 (10% tax included)

## 今年の月見はチーズが3種にパワーアップ！期間限定トッピング「濃厚！3種のチーズ月見」を2026年9月16日（水）より発売

- Published: 2026-09-11T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000111.000117096.html
- anchor: #n2653444
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社パンチョ、スパゲッティーのパンチョ、キッチンパンチョ、株式会社B級グルメ研究所ホールディングス、株式会社ファイブグループ

Facts:
- Now available for ¥390 (tax included), cheaper than last year
- Sales end: end of October 2026

## Taiwan stocks fall 755.64 points

- Published: 2026-09-11T14:47:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202609110129.aspx
- anchor: #n2654525
- Companies mentioned: 友達、群益臺灣加權正2、主動中信台灣收益、元大台灣50正2、元大台灣50反1、期街口布蘭特正2、惠特、華經、勝德、晟鈦、永擎、世芯-KY、富威電力、巨大、美利達

Facts:
- The index closed down 755.64 points at 46184.85 points
- Down 1.61%
- Trading value: NT$721.908 billion
- The weighted index opened at 46651.21 points
- Low: 45942.44 points
- The index excluding financial stocks stood at 41090.38 points
- Down 779.69 points

## 繼成淵學生腹瀉後 北市大附中國中部1生就醫

- Published: 2026-09-11T14:39:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202609110125.aspx
- anchor: #n2654505

Food safety concerns have emerged at Taipei school campuses. After Cheng Yuan Senior High School, students at Taipei Municipal University of Education Affiliated High School also reported feeling unwell. The city government has stepped up inspections and is reviewing its food ingredient registration system.

## President Lai: Technology is changing the battlefield; Taiwan will continue investing in unmanned vehicle research and development and combat capabilities

- Published: 2026-09-11T14:39:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202609110128.aspx
- anchor: #n2654502
- Companies mentioned: 中央社

Facts:
- （中央社記者 張榮祥 台南11日電）

## Philippine defense chief again slams speech interruption by note-passing, blasts China for making disruption at international events routine

- Published: 2026-09-11T14:37:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609110127.aspx
- anchor: #n2654503

The Philippine defense secretary accused China of disrupting his speech at an international conference by handing him a note. He criticized China’s provocative actions as having become routine and stressed the international community’s opposition. Tensions over the South China Sea continue.

## 林昱珉3A中繼5局失1分 飆速150公里奪第8勝

- Published: 2026-09-11T14:31:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202609110126.aspx
- anchor: #n2654504
- Companies mentioned: 亞利桑那響尾蛇隊、科羅拉多洛磯隊

響尾蛇隊投手林昱珉在3A賽事中繼5局失1分，拿下本季第8勝，預計將前往日本與亞運代表隊會合。

## Ruling and opposition lawmakers from multiple parties meet Premier Cho to seek funding for projects; Wang Hui-mei: Do what benefits Changhua

- Published: 2026-09-11T14:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202609110124.aspx
- anchor: #n2654506
- Companies mentioned: 行政院

Changhua County Magistrate Wang Hui-mei led lawmakers from multiple parties to meet 行政院 Premier Cho Jung-tai to seek funding for projects. Cho ordered the establishment of a single point of contact to speed up reviews, demonstrating cooperation between the central and local governments.

Facts:
- Wang Hui-mei, accompanied by Deputy County Magistrate Chou Chieh and lawmakers from multiple parties Chen Hsiu-pao, Wang An-hsiang and Hsieh Yi-fong, met 行政院 Premier Cho Jung-tai.
- 行政院 pledged to establish a single point of contact for major Changhua projects and hold a review meeting within 1 month after plans are submitted to the relevant ministry.
- Chen Su-yueh will represent the Democratic Progressive Party in the Changhua County magistrate election.

## Instagram rolls out search alerts; parents will be notified if teens repeatedly search for self-harm terms

- Published: 2026-09-11T14:22:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ait/202609110123.aspx
- anchor: #n2654463
- Companies mentioned: Meta、Instagram

Facts:
- Lifeline hotline “1995”
- Teacher Chang service hotline “1980”
- Teen accounts used for 60 minutes a day

## Hung Shen-han's European trip funded by employment security fund; 勞動部 says it complies with permitted uses

- Published: 2026-09-11T14:20:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609110122.aspx
- anchor: #n2654464
- Companies mentioned: 勞動部、中華民國全國總工會

Facts:
- Hung Shen-han traveled to Europe in June to attend a symposium
- All submit overseas travel reports within three months of returning, as required
- Proposed measures include seeking reasonable allocations in the public budget, defining the scope and principles for spending, regulating the use of publicity funds, strengthening review and internal control mechanisms, using external audits, and increasing disclosure of information, for a total of 6 measures

## Aide remanded in custody and barred from visits; 高金素梅: It can't help but bring to mind the era of martial law

- Published: 2026-09-11T14:16:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202609110121.aspx
- anchor: #n2654458
- Companies mentioned: 高金素梅、張俊傑、林怡君、陳智葟、台灣高檢署、法務部調查局、台灣高等法院

Facts:
- Held incommunicado for 2 months

## Japan's Rapidus eyes space sector, plans to build semiconductor plant on the moon in 2040

- Published: 2026-09-11T14:13:59+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ait/202609110120.aspx
- anchor: #n2654459
- Companies mentioned: Rapidus、IBM、Hudson Institute

Facts:
- Build a semiconductor factory on the moon around 2040
- Semiconductors equivalent to a 2-nanometer process
- 1-nanometer-class semiconductors

## Kaohsiung reports 14 pneumococcal cases and 3 deaths in 115; health bureau urges prompt vaccination

- Published: 2026-09-11T14:12:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202609110119.aspx
- anchor: #n2654460
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、衛生福利部疾病管制署、健保署

Facts:
- Kaohsiung recorded 14 confirmed cases of invasive pneumococcal disease (IPD) through the end of August this year
- 3 of them died
- Kaohsiung had administered 28,885 publicly funded pneumococcal vaccine doses by Sept. 7 this year

## AI race risks spiraling out of control; Altman says OpenAI is willing to slow development in step with the industry

- Published: 2026-09-11T14:06:55+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ait/202609110118.aspx
- anchor: #n2654392
- Companies mentioned: OpenAI、Anthropic、Hugging Face、G20

Facts:
- Coxon, now 27

## 2 Malaysian men who smuggled drugs in their rectums for a 40,000-dollar reward each sentenced to 9 years by Kaohsiung District Court

- Published: 2026-09-11T14:03:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202609110117.aspx
- anchor: #n2654393
- Companies mentioned: 國泰航空

Facts:
- US$1,250
- About NT$40,000
- 26 packets of heroin
- Total net weight of about 213 grams
- 各判2人9年