# AI News 180m Report｜2026-09-16 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 3 of 11

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 869 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 181 items from 4 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## [Pitch speakers presented by Forbes JAPAN] IMPACT STARTUP SUMMIT 2026

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000056.000109519.html
- anchor: #n2774093
- Companies mentioned: インパクトスタートアップ協会、Forbes JAPAN、アスエネ株式会社、株式会社シェアダイン、エレファンテック株式会社、WOTA株式会社、SPACECOOL株式会社、Ubie株式会社、The Edge of / Mistletoe Co-Founder、株式会社ユカリア、株式会社アストロスケールホールディングス、株式会社HAKKI GROUP、株式会社Luup、株式会社ヘラルボニー、五常・アンド・カンパニー株式会社、東京建物株式会社

Facts:
- More than 1,100 people attended last year's IMPACT STARTUP SUMMIT 2025.
- 325 impact startup companies are working together as regular members
- 15 supporting members, including Japanese and foreign companies

## Japan's first online course in generative AI use and customer-service Japanese specialized for the hotel industry now available

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000064.000005763.html
- anchor: #n2774092
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社EnglishCentral、Google、Google Ventures、ピアソン社

Facts:
- Used by a cumulative total of 10 million people worldwide
- More than 30,000 video content items
- 3 months: 5,500 yen (tax included)
- Free trial period: ２ weeks

## First workshop in Aichi Prefecture, “The Road to the FES Contest®,” to be held in Handa and Nagoya, leading to the second Aichi regional competition following last fiscal year

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000073.000165189.html
- anchor: #n2774091
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人日本金融教育支援機構、株式会社あいち銀行、伊藤保険株式会社、株式会社ゆうちょ銀行、一般財団法人三菱みらい育成財団

Facts:
- 30 junior and senior high school students took part
- 45–60-second video
- Oct. 31, 2026

## The world's art museums, part of everyday life.

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000099.000016382.html
- anchor: #n2774090
- Companies mentioned: AMUSÉUM、プラド美術館、ルイジアナ近代美術館、ルーヴル美術館、オルセー美術館、大英博物館、メトロポリタン美術館、阪急うめだ本店

Facts:
- From October 2 to October 29, 2026

## [Featured in a book] LIFEFUND representative Takuma Shirato's practical application of AI in management featured as an early example of a “construction company that makes advanced use of AI”

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000105.000160136.html
- anchor: #n2774089
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社LIFEFUND、森大建地産株式会社、株式会社松尾設計室、SUMUS

Facts:
- Price: ¥1,650 (tax included)
- Revenue: 2.71 billion yen (2025 results)
- Number of employees: 73 (August 16, 2026)

## Old or broken PCs also bought for 10,000 yen—4 benefits to reduce the cost of replacing a PC, available from September 16 at R∞PC Direct

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000109.000165816.html
- anchor: #n2774088
- Companies mentioned: リングロー株式会社、Microsoft、インテル、dynabook

Facts:
- Old or broken PCs also bought for “10,000 yen”
- R∞PC LIGHT dynabook B65 Core i3: 49,800 yen
- Microsoft Office Home & Business 2024: 5,000 yen off
- R∞PC coupon for 5,000 yen off your next purchase
- Number of units for sale: 20
- Discounts of up to 25,000 yen

## Go beyond your body weight. A weighted back-training bench for serious athletes, built to handle heavy loads

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000157.000141100.html
- anchor: #n2774087
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社YOCABITO、LEADING EDGE

Facts:
- Load capacity: 200 kg
- Product weight: 25 kg
- Length: 118 cm
- Width: 80 cm
- Height: 79 cm

## How does a NOK executive candidate change through an assignment to a startup?—We ask the person currently on loan about “the essence of a business leader”

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000174.000015387.html
- anchor: #n2774086
- Companies mentioned: NOK株式会社、天創堂株式会社、株式会社ローンディール

Facts:
- We have supported more than 1,300 people in gaining cross-company experience
- Since fiscal 2026, we have been using “loan assignments” to startup companies

## If you're not home by your usual time, the lock lets you know. Nature Lock launches its new “Homecoming Watch Notification” feature

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000179.000019285.html
- anchor: #n2774085
- Companies mentioned: Nature株式会社、Apple Inc.、アイホン株式会社、Qrio Lock

Facts:
- 34.8% said that their children are home alone after school on weekdays “almost every day.”
- 保護者の帰宅時刻は「17時〜18時台」が44.4%で最も多く
- The figure rises to 56.0% when those arriving at or after 19:00 are included.
- A total of 53.3% of households prepare a spare key to the front door for their children.
- 51.3% are also concerned about “losing their keys.”
- 「Nature Key」は「Nature Lock」1台につき最大20本まで登録できる
- Nature Remo has surpassed 800,000 units in cumulative sales.
- Discounts range from 5,000 to 7,000 yen (tax included).

## MOOTOON BIZ, an AI manga creation service for businesses, launches a new “Manga Short Video Production Service” option that turns produced manga into short videos for social media

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000268.000006034.html
- anchor: #n2774084
- Companies mentioned: 木村情報技術株式会社、MOOTOON BIZ

Facts:
- As little as 5 business days

## AI Data社 announces “AI Surveyor Loop on IDX” for land and house investigators, powered by AI孔明 on IDX's new “AI Matching Work™ Loop” feature

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000809.000040956.html
- anchor: #n2774083
- Companies mentioned: AIデータ株式会社、AI孔明 on IDX、Tokkyo.Ai

Facts:
- For more than 20 years, we have operated businesses that protect and leverage the data assets of companies and individuals
- More than 9,000 companies
- More than 900,000 customers
- BCNアワードで17年連続販売本数1位を獲得しています
- Capital: 100 million yen
- Capital reserve of 1.525 billion yen

## ミスタードーナツ中国華東地区第１号店 9月28日（月）11時オープン

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001154.000005720.html
- anchor: #n2774082
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ダスキン、上海美天甜品牌管理有限公司、ミスタードーナツ

Facts:
- Opening at 11:00 on Monday, September 28, 2026
- Plans to sell 25 varieties
- A total of 2 stores by the end of December 2026
- A total of 30 stores by the end of December 2029
- Site area: 142 m²
- Pon de Banana (15 yuan)

## [Follow-up information released!] A PICK UP of event highlights, including first-time vendors and noteworthy shops: Hokkaido Fair at Sunshine City 2026, October 8 (Thursday) to 12 (Monday, holiday), 5 days

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001157.000020364.html
- anchor: #n2774081
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社サンシャインシティ、北海道酒造組合、国稀酒造株式会社、齋藤 茂清、牧家、cafe909、マルミヤ大宮商店、俺のラーメンこうた、ユートピア知床、栄興食品有限会社、HOURS BEER、道産小麦で皮も美味しい餃子屋、ロイヤルスイーツ、北海道日高みついし よしあり水産、sei、エゾリスのほっペ、櫻井ラーメン、北の海の森釧路町アツマル水産、ザンギ専門店Ichi、カネオ成栄丸、あづまジンギスカン本舗、函館市 太田かまぼこ、一般社団法人北海道商工会議所連合会

Facts:
- An autumn fixture that attracts more than 30,000 visitors each year
- A handpicked lineup of 65 shops from across Hokkaido will gather in one place
- One of the largest dining areas in Tokyo, with approximately 400 seats
- 33 varieties from 17 Hokkaido sake breweries
- 3 varieties of liqueur made with sake
- Price: 200–600 yen per cup

## Okayama Prefecture leads in senior TV viewing, with “5 hours or more” the most common figure! Areas with fewer broadcast stations overcome information gaps through catch-up streaming. Survey reveals “pilgrimage seniors,” with 40% traveling for locations and gourmet food featured on TV [National Survey on TV Viewing Among Seniors 2026]

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001237.000024101.html
- anchor: #n2774080
- Companies mentioned: パナソニック、楽天インサイト株式会社

Facts:
- シニア層の1日のテレビ視聴時間、「5時間以上」が最多の県は「岡山県」
- テレビ画面でネット動画サービスを習慣的（週1回以上）に楽しむシニア層は全国で4割以上にのぼり
- The catch-up streaming usage rate is 35.4% in areas with 3 or fewer commercial TV stations※2
- テレビで見た場所（旅先・グルメなど）に実際に足を運んだ経験のある「聖地巡礼シニア」は4割
- More than 80% of seniors regularly use recording functions (recorders)

## 【ホテルグランヴィア大阪】秋から冬へ、食の魅力を一皿に。季節の恵みを多彩なスタイルで楽しめるレストランフェアを開催

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001321.000095932.html
- anchor: #n2774079
- Companies mentioned: ホテルグランヴィア大阪、JR西日本ホテルズ、JRホテルメンバーズ、WESTERポイント

Facts:
- Menu Merci lunch: 8,500 yen
- Menu Étoile dinner: 18,000 yen
- Koyomi lunch: 12,200 yen
- Koyomi dinner: 23,200 yen
- Genji 13,000 yen
- Pione Daiquiri 3,100 yen
- Pomegranate Cosmopolitan 2,900 yen
- Poire d’Hiver 3,200 yen
- IGNITE Seasonal Fruit Parfait ~ Shine Muscat ~ 4,000 yen

## A reed diffuser perfect for fall and winter is here! Four seasonal fragrances, including osmanthus and red wine, evoke the changing season.

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001682.000073913.html
- anchor: #n2774078
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニトリ、ニトリ

Facts:
- Price: 999 yen
- 2026年9月上旬

## Engaging the senses to support workers’ “focus, interaction and recovery”

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002306.000016751.html
- anchor: #n2774077
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社パソナ日本総務部、アサヒ飲料株式会社、カゴメ株式会社、エステー株式会社、株式会社USEN WORK WELL、株式会社有隣堂、アサヒグループジャパン株式会社、株式会社アサヒビールコミュニケーションズ

Facts:
- 2026年9月28日（月）から30日（水）まで
- A 3-day-only event

## The character guidebook “Nyanko Dai Shūgō Zukan” for “The Battle Cats” is set for release on December 4, with preorders now open!

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000020090.000007006.html
- anchor: #n2774076
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KADOKAWA、株式会社KADOKAWA Game Linkage、PONOS Corp.

Facts:
- Features 146 “Nyanko” characters
- 【Price】1,430 yen (1,300 yen before tax)
- 15 cm × 15 cm, 46 pages, full color

## 木曽路調べ『令和のお祝い白書2026 ～還暦祝い編～』還暦は「引退」より「ゆる現役」！6 割超が「家族に祝われたら嬉しい」

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000055.000083122.html
- anchor: #n2773932
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社木曽路、木曽路

Facts:
- “Loosely active” (44.8%) was the most common choice, ahead of “retirement” (24.3%)
- 62.7% would be happy if family or friends planned a celebration
- 61.6% want to celebrate freely and in their own way
- “Sushi” ranked No. 1 (57.7%)
- “Meat dishes” ranked No. 2 (41.5%)
- “At home” was the most common choice (44.4%)
- “A somewhat upscale Japanese restaurant or other restaurant” (32.5%)
- “A local restaurant” (26.2%)

## 遊舎工房、トラックボール付き分割キーボード「Keychron Valkey Orb」のKeychronとの共同開発を発表。TGS、TKX、天キーにて展示

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000177446.html
- anchor: #n2773841
- Companies mentioned: 遊舎工房、Keychron、株式会社メディアジーン、ギズマート、コペックジャパン、嘉穂無線ホールディングス株式会社

Facts:
- By the end of 2026
- Φ25 mm

## R11Rが伊勢丹新宿店「TOKYO ISSUE」に出店！はくいきしろい・Panasony(TM)・ももえが参加

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000148100.html
- anchor: #n2773840
- Companies mentioned: R11R、はくいきしろい、Panasony(TM)、ももえ、伊勢丹新宿店

Facts:
- That Sticker/PC 20,000 yen (tax included)
- That Sticker/Smartphone 9,000 yen (tax included)
- Panasony(TM) “Skater Girl #1–#6 9.5-inch Cruiser Deck” (all six types), 30,000 yen each (tax included)
- Panasony(TM) “SNKR STOOL” 150,000 yen (tax included)
- Retail price: 396,000 yen (tax included)

## Ransomware deletes backups before encryption

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000183451.html
- anchor: #n2773839
- Companies mentioned: Halcyon、Halcyon Japan株式会社、Qilin、The Gentlemen、Cl0p、LockBit、ランサムハウス（RansomHouse）、VMware ESXi、Active Directory、Halcyonランサムウェアリサーチセンター、FBI、イニシャルアクセスブローカー

Facts:
- “Qilin” leads with 148 cases
- “The Gentlemen” ranked No. 2 with 123 cases
- In August, 98.3% of observed attacks were stopped in the early stages, such as initial access and reconnaissance
- More than 99.2% were blocked before data destruction or encryption
- The estimated reduction in breach costs from preventing attacks exceeds $78.4 million

## “Minami-Aoyama Children’s Art Walk: Embodiment—Discovering the Town Through the Body” to be held on 10/17 (Sat.) and 18 (Sun)!

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000134147.html
- anchor: #n2773836
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ピーオーリアルエステート、ナチュラルスマイルジャパン株式会社、まちの保育園 南青山、SHIMURAbros、大山エンリコイサム、今右衛門、ラウムラボア、TOTOギャラリー・間

Facts:
- 2026年10月17日（土）・18日（日）
- About 30 companies, facilities, organizations and artists based in or connected to Minami-Aoyama
- About 25 varied programs
- 9月16 日（水）13:00より受付を開始
- 【Participation fee】1,000 yen
- 【参加費】500円（ワークショップ参加者1人につき）
- 【参加費】2,000円（親子ペア1組につき）
- 【Participation fee】Advance tickets: 600 yen / Same-day tickets: 700 yen
- A total of 679 people attended over 2 days

## Do you focus on “care from within (blood circulation, constitution, etc.)” for beauty?

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000026.000184635.html
- anchor: #n2773835
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社和美茶美、ハリナビ

Facts:
- A total of 83% said they focus on caring for their bodies from within, including blood circulation and constitution, as part of their beauty routine
- “Cosmetic acupuncture and traditional East Asian medicine” ranked first at 56%
- 500 women nationwide in their 20s to 40s
- Survey period: June 14, 2026–June 18, 2026
- Release date: March 5, 2026

## 【株式会社アサイン】株式会社ベイカレントより2年連続で「MOST VALUABLE AGENT」を受賞、年間支援実績No.1を獲得

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000044.000042063.html
- anchor: #n2773834
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アサイン、株式会社ベイカレント

Facts:
- No. 1 in annual support performance

## “SUNAYAMA Arch Balance Socks” sells 50,000 pairs in 1 day on QVC

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000045.000056030.html
- anchor: #n2773833
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SUNAYAMA、QVC、杉山ちなみ氏、NATA、NSCA、日本スポーツ協会、株式会社リボンプロジェクト

Facts:
- 50,000 pairs sold in 1 day
- Cumulative shipments for the series reach 1.45 million pairs
- 通常販売価格：1足1,900円（税込）
- Capital: ¥40 million

## Ending the “train and done” approach: Launching a management development program with HRインスティテュート, where AI supports managers in putting 1-on-1s into practice

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000051.000108039.html
- anchor: #n2773832
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社シンギュレイト、HRインスティテュート、ロミンガー社、産業・組織心理学会

Facts:
- On-the-job experience, said to account for 70% of learning
- An increase in coaching was observed among 85.7% of managers
- More than 1 million people have taken the program
- Conducted in five steps over approximately 3–6 months
- For the inaugural session, 65 people, mainly from human resources and management, applied

## 博報堂生活者発想技術研究所とMimi Beautyがウェビナ―を共催 「美容✖推し活」の重なりからアプローチする、新時代の美容界隈マーケティング戦略

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000052.000149034.html
- anchor: #n2773831
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Mimi Beauty、株式会社博報堂、生活者発想技術研究所、ストラテジックデザインセンター

Facts:
- Date and time: October 13, 2026 (Tuesday), 12:00–13:00
- Registration deadline: October 5, 2026 (Monday), 23:59

## LINE GAME announces star-studded stage guests for “Tokyo Game Show 2026”!

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000052.000179742.html
- anchor: #n2773830
- Companies mentioned: LINEヤフー株式会社、LINE GAME、Neptune社、MEC Labo株式会社、Disney、Pixar、Treenod、NHN Corp

Facts:
- Cumulative downloads of titles offered in Japan and overseas have exceeded 950 million

## ID Route Consulting launches a new end-to-end service supporting the establishment and enhancement of privacy governance

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000066.000115624.html
- anchor: #n2773829
- Companies mentioned: アイディルートコンサルティング株式会社、株式会社チェンジホールディングス、サイリーグホールディングスグループ

Facts:
- Launch date: September 16, 2026

## The couture fragrance collection “ヴァレンティノ アナトミー オブ ドリームス,” set in a Roman palace

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000079.000087989.html
- anchor: #n2773828
- Companies mentioned: ヴァレンティノ、ヴァレンティノ ビューティ、ZOZOTOWN

Facts:
- 30 mL: 22,550 yen (tax included)
- 100 mL: 58,300 yen (tax included)

## サムソナイトに新カジュアルバッグカテゴリーが誕生 第一弾コレクションの「TOTESS」を発売

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000112.000031047.html
- anchor: #n2773827
- Companies mentioned: サムソナイト、Samsonite、サムソナイト・ジャパン 株式会社

Facts:
- W30 × H18 × D10 cm
- Approx. 0.3 kg
- ¥23,100
- W32 × H21 × D14 cm
- ¥26,400
- W26 × H31 × D10 cm
- ¥28,600

## New Relic launches “Security RX,” a security vulnerability management solution

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000143.000109343.html
- anchor: #n2773826
- Companies mentioned: New Relic株式会社、GitHub、Claude

Facts:
- More than 16,000 customers worldwide

## [On-the-ground photo report] Former Japan rugby international Daisuke Ohata visits a Japanese-language school in Southeast Asia. At the forefront of “sustainable education support” connecting Japanese companies with local young people

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000165.000096742.html
- anchor: #n2773825
- Companies mentioned: Athlete Japan株式会社、サステナブルホールディングス株式会社、MIRAI日本語学校

Facts:
- From ¥300,000 per month
- Capital: 10 million yen

## Breaking free from a company where the president is too busy. Seminar on how to transform a company where work is concentrated on the president into one that runs on systems to be held on October 8

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000173.000173646.html
- anchor: #n2773824
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ルミッション

Facts:
- To be held on Thursday, October 8, 2026
- 13:00–15:00

## コクーンシティ achieves record highs for 4 consecutive periods! FY2025 annual sales of 45.6 billion yen — Sales grew through 10th-anniversary initiatives, the attraction of popular brands, and an expanded lineup of experiential events —

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000185.000024645.html
- anchor: #n2773823
- Companies mentioned: 片倉工業株式会社、コクーンシティ、ヨドバシカメラ、ダイソー、西松屋、石井スポーツ、アートスポーツ、ニトリ デコホーム

Facts:
- 103% year over year

## Survey on the impact of company anniversary events on employee motivation

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000190.000021206.html
- anchor: #n2773822
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社JTBコミュニケーションデザイン、JTBグループ、ワーク・モチベーション研究所

Facts:
- Number of valid respondents
- “I’m glad I attended” ranked highest at 71.3%
- 69.2% said, “It was exciting and thrilling, unlike everyday life”
- 68.5% said, “It was fun”
- 44.4% also said they had an “emotional” moment
- 75.8% said, “I thought it was a good thing for the company to hold events like this”
- “The purpose of the event or ceremony was communicated”

## First in the industry to begin sending Cambodian workers who hold international driving permits

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000214.000012285.html
- anchor: #n2773821
- Companies mentioned: リネットジャパングループ株式会社、リネットジャパングローバルHR株式会社、RENET (CAMBODIA) HR CO., LTD.、リネットカンボジアHR

Facts:
- Around 100 people over the next 1 year
- Around 500 people in 3 years
- A proven track record of sending a cumulative total of about 1,000 people
- More than 400 people in the automotive maintenance sector

## ビットトレード：【年率100%*】ストロングホールド（SHX） 貸暗号資産特別募集のお知らせ

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000398.000037450.html
- anchor: #n2773820
- Companies mentioned: ビットトレード株式会社、ストロングホールド（SHX）

Facts:
- Annual rate: 100.00%
- Lending rate adjusted for the loan period: approximately 2.74%
- Minimum subscription: 20,000 SHX
- Maximum subscription: 10,000,000 SHX
- Total offering: 10,000,000 SHX

## New cozy items for outings and time at home, including hand warmers, fur accessories, and loungewear, available starting September 18

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000514.000021410.html
- anchor: #n2773819
- Companies mentioned: Francfranc、ZOZO TOWN、楽天ファッション、Amazon

Facts:
- “Reusable hand warmers” have surpassed cumulative sales of 420,000 units
- Available starting September 18, 2026 (Friday)
- Pink/gray: 3,480 yen each
- Other designs: 3,980 yen each
- Up to approximately 5 hours
- Approximately 3.5 hours
- High: approximately 50°C
- Low: approximately 45°C

## A gift of an irresistibly cute “lip-shaped candy” too! PAPABUBBLE Lumine Est Shinjuku store to reopen on September 17, with special sets worth approximately 62% off available in limited quantities

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000582.000018984.html
- anchor: #n2773818
- Companies mentioned: PAPABUBBLE、Craft Candy Theater

Facts:
- Approximately 62% off
- Worth 5,340 yen
- 2,000 yen
- A saving of 3,340 yen
- Limited to 200 units

## Nikon’s brightest lens ever, the “NIKKOR Z 58mm f/0.95 S Noct,” now available as a range of everyday goods!

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000690.000016573.html
- anchor: #n2773817
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニコン、株式会社ニコンイメージングジャパン、ニコンダイレクト

Facts:
- Maximum aperture of f/0.95
- 4,500 yen (tax included)
- 1,500 yen (tax included)
- Capacity: approximately 280 ml

## 琉球銀行 and 日本IBM form AI partnership to transform financial operations and support sustainable growth in Okinawa’s economy

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000733.000046783.html
- anchor: #n2773816
- Companies mentioned: 琉球銀行、日本IBM、International Business Machines Corp.

Facts:
- The company has designated FY2026 as its “first year of AI utilization”

## アットホーム Purchase and Neighborhood Rankings: Tokyo’s 23 Wards Edition

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000766.000051123.html
- anchor: #n2773815
- Companies mentioned: アットホーム株式会社、アットホーム

Facts:
- Population of approximately 930,000
- Population: approximately 360,000
- Population: approximately 270,000
- Population of approximately 750,000

## Telecommunications carriers begin joint study to expand areas where 5G millimeter waves are used

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000916.000118641.html
- anchor: #n2773814
- Companies mentioned: KDDI株式会社、株式会社NTTドコモ、ソフトバンク株式会社、楽天モバイル株式会社

Facts:
- Friday, Sept. 11, 2026
- 28 GHz frequency band

## “Masterpiece Picture Book Cookie Tin Selection by Cake.jp” to be held for the first time at ニュウマン横浜 starting Thursday, September 17!

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000961.000015685.html
- anchor: #n2773813
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Cake.jp、ニュウマン横浜、ルミネカード、SACHIKO KIYONO、MIKA KIYONO、KAISEI-SHA、TV TOKYO、TAKAHARU SHIMIZU、Oizumishoten、宮西達也、ポプラ社、Kaoru Kuroda、Noriko Kudoh、Hakusensha、BANDAI、Akiko Hayashi、Penguin Random House LLC、ERIC CARLE、まめきちまめこ、Anne Gutman、Georg Hallensleben、Hachette Livre、Keiko Shibata、KADOKAWA、Shinsuke Yoshitake、Akio Kashiwara、Gakken、Toshitaka Nobata

Facts:
- More than 50 venues nationwide
- 2.5 million members
- More than 1,700 participating stores
- 8,000 types in the lineup
- Price: ¥3,564 (tax included)
- Price: ¥980 (tax included)
- Price: 1,080 yen (tax included)

## アデランスの通販専売ウィッグブランド「Raffine」 ラインナップに『リタッチプラス＋』を追加※1

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001049.000010292.html
- anchor: #n2773812
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アデランス、Raffine

Facts:
- Price including tax: 14,850 yen
- Release date: September 18, 2026 (Friday)

## [Tomamu] Experience a silver-white landscape shaped by weather conditions on below-freezing mornings. Frost Tree Terrace opens for the season on December 1, 2026

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002157.000033064.html
- anchor: #n2773811
- Companies mentioned: 星野リゾート、星野リゾート トマム、リゾナーレ

Facts:
- Tomamu Mountain stands at an elevation of 1,088 m
- Frost formation probability during the season is approximately 55%
- 1名7,500円（税込）
- Round-trip gondola fare: adults, 2,500 yen
- Ages 7–11: 1,600 yen
- Dogs: 500 yen
- トマム ザ・タワー1泊12,900円～
- リゾナーレトマム1泊26,100円～

## “Regional Revitalization SDGs Fest at GOOD LIFE Fair 2026” kicks off in collaboration with Momotaro Dentetsu

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002293.000009214.html
- anchor: #n2773810
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社朝日新聞社、内閣府、株式会社コナミデジタルエンタテインメント

Facts:
- 20 municipalities in total
- 14 booths
- Advance tickets: 1,000 yen
- Tickets on the day: 1,300 yen

## マイナビ releases survey on job changes and hiring of “candidates with limited experience”

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002502.000002955.html
- anchor: #n2773809
- Companies mentioned: マイナビ

Facts:
- 53.0% of people who had job-hunted said they were “changing jobs to a related field while making use of their experience”
- 63.9% of companies have hired candidates with limited experience
- 70% were “satisfied” with the candidates with limited experience they hired.
- 1,500 full-time employees who had sought new jobs in the past 1 year
- 1,600 corporate mid-career hiring managers

## Reservations open for a special New Year’s osechi limited to 10 sets. The “Japanese, Western, Chinese and Sweets Premium 五-tier Box,” supervised by Executive Chef Fukuda Junhiko, who has received honors from both Japan and France!

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004269.000005113.html
- anchor: #n2773808
- Companies mentioned: セルリアンタワー東急ホテル、東急ホテルズ＆リゾーツ株式会社、四川飯店グループ「szechwan restaurant 陳」、加賀「北市漆器店」、辻利抹茶

Facts:
- Limited to 10 sets
- 1台170,000円
- Total weight: approximately 7.4 kg
- “Japanese, Western, Chinese and sweets” dishes spanning 45 items

## With 100 days until Japan’s version of DBS takes effect, 8 administrative scriveners develop a training package for local governments

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000187091.html
- anchor: #n2773737
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人こども性暴力防止サポート協会、こども家庭庁

Facts:
- 100 days until Japan’s version of DBS takes effect
- 8 administrative scriveners
- More than 30 local governments
- The “Act on the Prevention of Child Sexual Violence (Japan’s version of DBS)” takes effect on December 25, 2026
- Since its establishment in June 2026

## 株式会社ワンコンシスト forms official partnership with 東京ユナイテッドバスケットボールクラブ（TUBC） — Supporting the team as it takes on a new stage in B.LEAGUE’s “B. Innovation” —

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000129367.html
- anchor: #n2773736
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ワンコンシスト、東京ユナイテッドバスケットボールクラブ（TUBC）、ちゃんとホールディングス

Facts:
- 2026-27 season
- May 2003

## Kamakura-based entrepreneurship school for elementary and junior high school students, イチエンプロジェクト™︎, seeks applicants for its second monitor program through Sept. 23. From September 30, it will offer 2 courses: “Make” and “Earn”

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000176027.html
- anchor: #n2773735
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ネバーランド、イチエンプロジェクト™︎、ネバーランド銀行

Facts:
- Through 23:59 on September 23, 2026 (Wednesday)
- October 2, 2026 (Friday), 17:00
- Monitor price: ¥15,000 per month (tax included)
- Regular price: ¥22,000 per month (tax included)
- Participation fee: 3,000 yen (tax included)
- ¥2,000 (tax included) for online information session participants

## 【Automotive mechanic job changes】Why do employees fail to stay even after being hired? What information do people really want to know? Findings from a survey of 1,249 people who have changed jobs

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000183205.html
- anchor: #n2773734
- Companies mentioned: モビリア総合研究所、株式会社プロトリオス、CLUTCH（クラッチ）求人

Facts:
- “For skills development and growth (34.7%)”
- “I felt anxious or distrustful about the company’s policies or management (33.4%)”
- “Chronic understaffing created a heavy workload (31.2%)”
- “Less than 2 weeks (4.2%)”
- “2 weeks to less than 1 month (9.7%)”
- “1 month to less than 2 months (23.3%)”
- “2 months to less than 3 months (29.9%)”
- “3 months to less than 4 months (14.9%)”
- “4 months to less than 6 months (7.8%)”
- “6 months or more (10.2%)”
- “Recruitment agency (35.3%)”

## Museum Tower Kyobashi | Compass Offices announces opening in October 2026

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000158204.html
- anchor: #n2773733
- Companies mentioned: Compass Offices Japan 株式会社、Dumb Type、永坂産業株式会社、株式会社アクシス、Compass Offices

Facts:
- Opening on October 1, 2026
- 43 private offices
- Up to 250 seats
- 2 meeting rooms
- 2 万人以上の顧客ネットワーク

## Donut specialist takes old-fashioned donuts seriously: STANDARD DONUTS’ 4th store opens September 18 at エキマルシェ大阪, directly connected to JR Osaka Station. 2 new varieties made with carefully selected ingredients debut

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000139303.html
- anchor: #n2773732
- Companies mentioned: STANDARD DONUTS、株式会社温度、エキマルシェ大阪

Facts:
- Fermented Butter Old-Fashioned 【エキマルシェ大阪 store exclusive】Fermented Butter Old-Fashioned ¥250 (¥270 including tax)
- Chocolat Fashion 【エキマルシェ大阪 store exclusive】Chocolat Fashion ¥280 (¥302 including tax)
- Chocolate Bar Sandwich 【エキマルシェ大阪 store exclusive】Chocolate Bar Sandwich ¥380 (¥410 including tax)
- Mont Blanc 【エキマルシェ大阪 store exclusive】Mont Blanc ¥480 (¥518 including tax)
- ④ Standard Donuts 5-piece set (available at all stores). A 5-piece set of the classic favorite “和三盆シュガー,” called the “Standard Donuts 5-piece”

## A new era of professional baseball from Tokyo: 東京レジスターズ set to join ルートインBCリーグ from the 2027 season

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000173228.html
- anchor: #n2773731
- Companies mentioned: 東京レジスターズ、ルートインBCリーグ、読売ジャイアンツ、オリックス・ブルーウェーブ、大阪近鉄バファローズ、信濃グランセローズ、香川オリーブガイナーズ、高知ファイティングドッグス

Facts:
- In the 20-year history since the founding of BC League
- A team based in Tokyo will be established for the first time in the league’s 21st year
- Born September 23, 1963
- Played in 691 NPB games

## 【Winner of the 20th Kids Design Award】Art Freak handled the spatial design, planning and construction of 川崎重工業’s corporate museum, “Kawasaki Robostage”

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000108619.html
- anchor: #n2773730
- Companies mentioned: 川崎重工業、株式会社アートフリーク、特定非営利活動法人キッズデザイン協議会、フジテレビ系列、港区文化芸術情報誌「Kissポート」

Facts:
- 20th Kids Design Award
- Established: November 1, 1990

## アイケアLaBo opens 5 new stores in Tokyo, Shizuoka and Kanagawa

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000176600.html
- anchor: #n2773729
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アイケアLaBo、ハワイ大学医学部、アマゾン、アディダス、日本スポーツ協会

Facts:
- 5 new stores opened
- 77 stores nationwide
- First visit: ¥10,000

## 【アストリアオディール, offering refined and feminine office styles】Last year’s popular “knitwear you can wear 300 days a year” goes on sale as the “300-day series” starting Saturday, September 12

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000164998.html
- anchor: #n2773728
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アストリア、アストリアオディール

Facts:
- Knitwear you can wear 300 days a year
- Price: ¥5,390 (tax included)
- Price: ¥4,290 (tax included)
- Price: ¥4,950 (tax included)

## BuddyCompass leads the rebranding of “Ivorish MAISON,” reopening Wednesday, September 16 at Gransta Tokyo in JR Tokyo Station

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000084988.html
- anchor: #n2773727
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社BuddyCompass、Ivorish MAISON、株式会社九十九島グループ、名取祐一郎

Facts:
- 1-piece box: ¥1,620 (tax included)
- 1 piece: ¥540 (tax included)
- 8-piece box: ¥1,296
- 16-piece box: ¥2,592
- 20-piece box: ¥3,564
- 5-piece pack: 1,296 yen (tax included)

## Full-scale launch of “CloudGate SKaaS,” providing end-to-end support for the deployment and operation of security keys

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000164648.html
- anchor: #n2773726
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社インターナショナルシステムリサーチ、Yubico社、CloudGate、CloudGate UNO

Facts:
- Track record of maintaining an uptime rate of 99.99% or higher

## Water heater trouble: About 2 in 3 people said they were troubled by being unable to bathe or shower. What should you do if hot water suddenly stops flowing? Survey on awareness of initial checks and decisions about repair or replacement

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000170371.html
- anchor: #n2773725
- Companies mentioned: とうきょう水道職人、Freeasy、株式会社N-Vision

Facts:
- “Remote control display or error code”: 23.0% (46 people)
- “Instruction manual or manufacturer’s official website”: 15.0% (30 people)
- “Whether the same problem occurs at other faucets or showers”: 13.0% (26 people)
- “Temperature or hot water settings”: 12.0% (24 people)
- “Checking with the property manager, landlord or family members living with me”: 10.5% (21 people)
- “Power supply or circuit breaker status”: 10.0% (20 people)
- “Whether water is flowing normally”: 9.5% (19 people)
- “Gas supply status”: 7.0% (14 people)
- “Being unable to bathe or shower”: 62.5% (125 people)
- “Disruption to washing dishes and cleaning up in the kitchen”: 30.0% (60 people)
- Wash

## 【BSフジ】『飯島直子の今夜一杯いっちゃう？』2週にわたり、舞台は鳥取県！2026年9月17日(木)・9月24日(木) 22時00分～22時55分

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000185497.html
- anchor: #n2773724
- Companies mentioned: BSフジ、飯島直子、森一丁

## シーエムプラス、展示会「再生医療 JAPAN」に出展

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000152349.html
- anchor: #n2773723
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社シーエムプラス、株式会社大林組、PMDA

Facts:
- 会期：2026年10月7日（水）～9日（金）
- Date and time: Friday, October 9, 2026, 13:50–14:20
- More than 26,000 industry professionals

## New treatments from Kyoto-based KOTOSHINA debut at the bamford WELNESS SPA at 1 Hotel Tokyo

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000024.000166784.html
- anchor: #n2773722
- Companies mentioned: 1 Hotel Tokyo、KOTOSHINA、MT&SHホテルマネジメント合同会社、1 Hotels

Facts:
- 60 minutes – ¥33,000 (tax and service charge included)
- 60 minutes – ¥31,000 / 90 minutes – ¥41,000 (tax and service charge included)
- 90 minutes – ¥43,000 / 120 minutes – ¥57,000 (tax and service charge included)
- 211 rooms in total (including 24 penthouse and suite rooms and 5 universal rooms)

## アサヒテクノリサーチ expands the temperature range for its vapor pressure measurement service to a maximum of 250°C, supporting the development of high-boiling-point materials and energy-efficient plant design

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000024.000171238.html
- anchor: #n2773721
- Companies mentioned: アサヒテクノリサーチ

Facts:
- Up to 250°C
- Previous maximum: 200°C
- 1.33 kPa

## Fashion reuse company KLD to hold a pop-up at ShinPuhKan in Kyoto

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000025.000104816.html
- anchor: #n2773720
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KLD、Maison Martin Margiela、HERMES、Celine by Phoebe Philo、Dries Van Noten、BALENCIAGA、COMME des GARCONS、Yohji Yamamoto、ISSEY MIYAKE

Facts:
- Around 400 items will be available
- 2026年10月2日(木)から5日(日)までの4日間

## [Red snow crab fishing season opens! Uozu, Toyama] Applications for premium dining vouchers for “Uozu❝Kani❞Bar 2026” open on Sept. 17. The event will kick off a major citywide red snow crab promotion in October and November

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000028.000166701.html
- anchor: #n2773719
- Companies mentioned: 魚津観光まちづくり株式会社、魚津飲食業組合、魚津漁業協同組合、魚津魚商協同組合、株式会社シーサイドプラザ、魚津水族館

Facts:
- The catch through August 2026 was about 64 tons
- The catch in 2025 was about 139 tons
- Premium rate: 20%
- About 50 participating restaurants
- 1,200 sets available for sale
- 本飲食券1セットの販売額は5,000円

## “Cool” starts in Shibuya. “STACON 2026,” a new kind of event created by young people, takes place Oct. 5

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000029.000155702.html
- anchor: #n2773718
- Companies mentioned: DOORS、中村商店、KENJE GROUP、PRISILA、360WORLD 合同会社

Facts:
- At the club “or (Ora)” in Shibuya, Tokyo, on Monday, Oct. 5, 2026
- Show starts 18:00
- Ends at 23:30
- Admission: 2,500 yen + 1 DRINK

## Premium innerwear brand “AROMATIQUE” unveils its Fall/Winter 2026 collection, “Extraordinary”

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000034.000053858.html
- anchor: #n2773717
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社タカギ、AROMATIQUE

Facts:
- ¥26,400 (tax included) / scheduled for release in early October
- ¥27,500 (tax included) / scheduled for release in late September
- ¥14,300 (tax included)
- ¥46,200 (tax included)
- ¥19,800 (tax included)
- ¥25,300 (tax included) / scheduled for release in late October
- ¥20,900 (tax included) / scheduled for release in late October

## Bluefield Energy exhibited at “SMART ENERGY WEEK Autumn”

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000037.000174524.html
- anchor: #n2773716
- Companies mentioned: Bluefield Energy株式会社、RX Japan合同会社

Facts:
- The track record for aggregation adoption has reached 100 MW

## Child Santas bring cheer to a children’s home in the height of summer! — Mirai Lab, a “company that only does things that are good for the environment,” donates “eco-friendly products”

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000044.000034036.html
- anchor: #n2773715
- Companies mentioned: ＭＩＲＡＩ－ＬＡＢＯ株式会社、株式会社オープニングアクト、NPO法人みらいこども事業団、こどものうち八栄寮

Facts:
- “Mirai” 100 years from now

## Signed a sustainability partnership with 株式会社ユーラスエナジーホールディングス

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000049.000147092.html
- anchor: #n2773714
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人日本バドミントン協会、株式会社ユーラスエナジーホールディングス

Facts:
- Oct. 31, 2026–Feb. 21, 2027
- Nov. 26, 2026–Nov. 29, 2026

## Launch of “Green Value Lab,” which gives plant-filled spaces a common language for measuring return on investment

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000052.000013759.html
- anchor: #n2773713
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Beer and Tech、三菱地所株式会社、株式会社オカムラ、株式会社マクニカ、日本特殊陶業株式会社、robertson cooper、CIC Catalyst、HitoHana

Facts:
- Offices incorporating natural elements have been observed to command rent premiums of 11–14% overseas
- At 1,000 tsubo and 30,000 yen per tsubo per month, annual revenue would increase by about 41.8 million yen
- Japan is projected to face a labor shortage of about 11 million workers by 2040
- A UK office experiment found that introducing plants boosted productivity by 15%
- Previous research has also found that the effects are greatest when greenery accounts for around 10–15%

## Signed a sustainability partnership agreement with the Japan Badminton Association

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000066.000135262.html
- anchor: #n2773712
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ユーラスエナジーホールディングス、公益財団法人日本バドミントン協会

Facts:
- “Badminton S/J League 2026-27,” to be held from October 2026 to February 2027
- “Badminton S/J LeagueⅡ2026-27,” to be held in November 2026

## [Hioki, Kagoshima Prefecture] Forest Adventure Fukiagehama, a new forest environmental education program using the Forest Environment Transfer Tax, to hold its first nature study session on Tuesday, Oct. 6

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000067.000065322.html
- anchor: #n2773711
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フォレストアドベンチャー、アルタス社

Facts:
- Operates at 45 locations nationwide
- Has been protected by local people for about 300 years
- Opened in March 2025
- Trek course: 3,200 yen for 60 minutes
- 4,000 yen for 90 minutes
- 4,800 yen for 120 minutes
- Net course: 2,000 yen (60 minutes)

## 日本テトラパック to exhibit at “TOKYO PACK 2026” for the first time in 8 years

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000069.000108706.html
- anchor: #n2773710
- Companies mentioned: 日本テトラパック、テトラパック、テトラ・リカルト®、テトラ・ブリック®、FSC®

Facts:
- 2026年10月14日（水）から16日（金）までの3日間
- 日本テトラパック’s TOKYO PACK appearance will be its first in 8 years, since 2018
- In more than 160 countries worldwide
- More than 24,000 employees

## New “GRAFFITI” sole from grounds. Based on “MOOPIE,” this shoe features 5 gummy-like pieces that wrap around it

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000073.000047131.html
- anchor: #n2773709
- Companies mentioned: grounds、株式会社FOOLS

Facts:
- Price: 52,800 yen (tax included)
- Price: 62,700 yen (tax included)
- Price: ¥42,900 (tax included)
- Price: 60,500 yen (tax included)
- Sizes: 22 cm–29 cm
- The sole is about 7 cm high.
- Sales will begin sequentially from Sept. 26, 2026.

## Improve CVR! Now available: how to create “selling” product images for e-commerce sites using free smartphone apps, too! [株式会社コンビーズ]

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000079.000001631.html
- anchor: #n2773708
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コンビーズ、Combeez Inc.

Facts:
- Established: 2002

## 開業6周年に無料サービスを追加宿泊者限定のアルコールサービスを新たにスタート！～レフ大宮 by ベッセルホテルズ～

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000084.000088956.html
- anchor: #n2773707
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ベッセルホテル開発、ベッセルホテルズ、レフ大宮 by ベッセルホテルズ、ベッセルグループ、株式会社ベッセル、株式会社ベッセルテクノサービス、公益財団法人しぶや美術館

Facts:
- 4 types of alcoholic drinks available
- Overnight guests: 1,800 yen
- Non-guests: 2,000 yen
- ベッセルグループ従業員数 2,713名
- Capital: ¥10 million

## Strengthening the strategic framework for the wholesale business in prescription pharmaceuticals and other products

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000096.000155184.html
- anchor: #n2773706
- Companies mentioned: アルフレッサ ホールディングス株式会社、アルフレッサ株式会社

Facts:
- Effective Oct. 1, 2026, the committee will be renamed the “Wholesale Business Strategy Committee”
- The “Pharmaceutical Sales Strategy Committee” was established at Alfresa effective April 1, 2025

## Legendary K-pop girl group “Secret” returns to Japan with a comeback!

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000111.000104570.html
- anchor: #n2773705
- Companies mentioned: Secret、E-MOTION、mahocast、EDOCCO STUDIO、2motionstudio、EMOTIONJapan

Facts:
- The group now has 3 members, including a new addition
- 【All seats reserved】15,400 yen (tax included)
- 500 yen per person, tax included
- Performance duration: approximately 90 minutes

## [Limited time] Ride and explore Toyama with Noritoku Toyama♪ Limited “Let’s go by train and bus!” campaign tickets go on sale via my route from 9/18!

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000117.000100665.html
- anchor: #n2773704
- Companies mentioned: トヨタファイナンシャルサービス株式会社、my route

Facts:
- Sales begin Sept. 18
- 300 yen (90-minute unlimited-ride coupon, 150 yen, set of 2)
- きっぷ1枚につき90分間

## Change HD releases survey on attitudes toward the “AI implementation gap among companies,” targeting about 1,500 workers

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000126.000084434.html
- anchor: #n2773703
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社チェンジホールディングス

Facts:
- Survey of 1,559 workers
- 72.9% said they “want to make more use of it”
- The figure reaches 12.3 times among people in their 50s
- 79% have used AI in their personal lives
- 68% have used it at work
- 17.6% said, “I have never used it for work”
- 36.6% said their company has an officially approved AI tool
- It was just 11.9%
- “Risks such as information leaks and copyright infringement” (49.1%)
- “AI providing uncertain or biased answers” (43.2%)
- 29.3% in Tokyo’s 23 wards

## Change Holdings makes AI development company OuterQ a group company

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000127.000084434.html
- anchor: #n2773702
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社チェンジホールディングス、株式会社アウターク

Facts:
- Expanded into a development organization of 30 people in less than 1 year

## [SAK University] to hold “Fall Super☆Open Campus” on Sunday, September 27; second major event with the campus open all day

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000137.000072233.html
- anchor: #n2773701
- Companies mentioned: SAK University、英国国立エセックス大学、Google、BBC、VISA、北海道大学、筑波大学、慶應義塾大学

Facts:
- Ranked 12th in the UK in The Guardian University Guide 2026
- Ranked in the TOP350 in the THE World University Rankings
- We welcomed more than 100 new students in April 2026.

## とろとろキャラメルで人気の〈N.Y.C.SAND〉が大丸梅田店に再登場！「N.Y.マロンカシスキャラメルサンド」も数量限定販売

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000200.000107337.html
- anchor: #n2773700
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社東京玉子本舗、大丸梅田店、N.Y.C.SAND

Facts:
- 8 pieces: 2,160 yen (tax included)
- 14-piece box: ¥3,240 (tax included)
- 756 yen for 4 pieces
- 1,512 yen for 8 pieces
- 2,268 yen for 12 pieces
- 3,780 yen for 20 pieces

## 「関東の髙島屋さんにもお邪魔さしてもらいますぅ」 大阪みやげ「おかんパン」が関東に上陸 9月19日～21日関東エリアの髙島屋数店舗で期間限定販売

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000214.000063870.html
- anchor: #n2773699
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ダイヤ、髙島屋

Facts:
- 1日3,000個を販売する人気商品
- Price: 1,080 yen (tax included)
- Best before: 14 days from the date of manufacture
- 89 full-time employees (May 2026)
- Capital: ¥20,000 thousand

## 【上位賞受賞】キッズデザイン協議会会長賞小学生が“夢のレトルトカレー”を企画開発するニシキヤキッチンの「学校のカレープロジェクト」

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000235.000079206.html
- anchor: #n2773698
- Companies mentioned: ニシキヤキッチン、株式会社にしき食品、無印良品、株式会社良品計画、キッズデザイン協議会

Facts:
- The award is presented to works selected as outstanding among a total of 286 award-winning entries.
- A specialty store selling around 120 varieties of retort-packed foods, mainly retort curry
- Conducted a total of 9 lessons over approximately 1 year
- The 2 completed products
- 2026 marks 15 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake
- Production resumed about 45 days after the earthquake
- Capital: 30 million

## 20店舗以上のアメリカンフードが横浜赤レンガ倉庫に集結！『ALL AMERICAN FOODFESTIVAL ’26』10月17日（土）・18日（日）の２日間、横浜赤レンガ倉庫で今年も開催！

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000236.000023251.html
- anchor: #n2773697
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社横浜赤レンガ、明治商工株式会社、株式会社ローソンエンタテインメント、株式会社ゼータ、横浜市にぎわいスポーツ文化局、一般社団法人ARK LEAGUE、有限会社OVER THUMPZ、公益社団法人日本ダンススポーツ連盟、株式会社トリデンテ、株式会社HANDOFF、日本フリースタイルフットボール連盟、一般社団法人パルクール鬼ごっこ協会、FINEPLAY、株式会社タカラトミー

Facts:
- Attracted around 70,000 visitors over 2 days last year
- American-size “meat sandwich” packed with around 300g of lean meat
- 2026年10月17日（土）・18日（日）
- Business hours: 11:00–20:00
- Last order at 19:30

## MLB Fall / Winter Collection 2026 goes on sale September 17 (Thursday)!

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000240.000030862.html
- anchor: #n2773696
- Companies mentioned: Fanatics Inc.、ファナティクス・ジャパン合同会社、MLB、ロサンゼルス・ドジャース、ニューヨーク・ヤンキース、サンディエゴ・パドレス、Majestic、Fanatics

Facts:
- Price: 12,000 yen (tax included)
- Price: 9,900 yen (tax included)
- Price: 9,000 yen (tax included)
- Price: 24,000 yen (tax included)
- Price: 24,200 yen (tax included)

## 学生服の“余り布”がハロウィンマントに変身！四国中央市「やまきスポーツ」にて「SDGsワークショップ」を9月26日(土)・27日(日)に開催

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000273.000085588.html
- anchor: #n2773695
- Companies mentioned: 菅公学生服株式会社、やまきスポーツ

Facts:
- September 26 (Sat.) and 27 (Sun.), 2026
- 10:00～16:00
- 5 units

## Move beyond “I want to buy a company, but can’t take action.” Small M&A practical program “TRANBI Academy” launches in October

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000289.000027440.html
- anchor: #n2773694
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社トランビ、きざしデザイン合同会社、株式会社Shylph、アスクホールディングス株式会社、EYストラテジー・アンド・コンサルティング株式会社、野村證券株式会社、株式会社レコフ、新倉ビル

Facts:
- Capacity: 10 people
- Course fee: 55,000 yen (tax included)
- 3,980 yen/month (4,378 yen/month including tax)
- The number of registered users has exceeded 230,000

## “Kids Pizza Experience” for parents and children to be held at zio, an Italian restaurant in Ichigaya

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000355.000098241.html
- anchor: #n2773693
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マーキュリー、株式会社Ezo-Plat、Pizzeria Gelateria zio

Facts:
- Date: September 21, 2026 (Monday, national holiday)
- Time: 11:00–15:00
- <1 child: 4,000 yen (tax included)>
- <1 accompanying adult: 2,500 yen (tax included)>

## “Gurラック” switch OTC drug (medicine requiring guidance) to improve recurrent symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), launching Wednesday, September 30, 2026

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000396.000086052.html
- anchor: #n2773692
- Companies mentioned: 小林製薬株式会社、日本消化器病学会、クロスマーケティング

Facts:
- An estimated 1.93 million people have been diagnosed with IBS
- Approximately 5.7 million people experience intestinal discomfort caused by stress
- Manufacturer’s suggested retail price: 1,000 yen (before tax)

## スターバックス カフェ & アートギャラリー 谷中御殿坂にて、4組のアーティストが"Blend（調和）"をテーマに語り合うグループ展「Blend of Four」を2026年10月16日（金）より開催

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000434.000038948.html
- anchor: #n2773691
- Companies mentioned: スターバックス、The Chain Museum、ArtSticker、スターバックス コーヒー ジャパン 株式会社

Facts:
- Opening October 16, 2026
- Sunday, January 17, 2027
- From 21:30 on Thursday, October 15, 2026
- Thursday, October 15, 2026, 19:00–20:30
- Business hours: 8:00–21:00

## 大阪・なんばのど真ん中に「なまはげ」出現！「～SHiNWAに願いを～ Craft the Future」10月2日（金）～4日（日）大阪・なんば広場で開催

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000471.000054281.html
- anchor: #n2773690
- Companies mentioned: 信和ホールディングス株式会社、信和グループ、ホテルプラザ神戸

Facts:
- 2026年10月2日（金）～4日（日）の3日間
- Konparu-ryu, the oldest school of Noh, with a history of approximately 1,400 years
- Osaka’s Daikagura and lion dance, with a history of approximately 400 years

## CUTIE STREET reaches 3,000 cheers with fan support! First-ever collaboration battery arrives on CHARGESPOT

- Published: 2026-09-16T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000531.000033521.html
- anchor: #n2773689
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社INFORICH、アソビシステム、CheerSPOT、CHARGESPOT、KAWAII LAB.、CUTIE STREET、FRUITS ZIPPER、CANDY TUNE、MORE STAR、SWEET STEADY

Facts:
- Reached 3,000 cheers
- Reached 2,000 cheers
- Reached 1,000 cheers
- Approximately 63,000 units installed
- 1箇所462円(税込)