# AI News 180m Report｜2026-09-26 03:00–06:00 JST｜Page 20 of 27

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 2572 items from 10 sources; Taiwan, 55 items from 4 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## TOTOメンテナンス introduces JRシステム’s “Shift Scheduling Helper” to create shifts for its mail-order call center

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000039.000119346.html
- anchor: #n3015425
- Companies mentioned: TOTOメンテナンス、鉄道情報システム株式会社、JRシステム

Facts:
- Until now, a dedicated staff member had created shifts manually, and it took 5 days to 1 week to complete them.
- The introduction of “Shift Scheduling Helper” shortened the shift creation period to 2 days.

## ニッポンレンタカー rolls out store designs and photo spots incorporating “Japan’s traditional beauty and regional characteristics” at 33 locations

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000170205.html
- anchor: #n3015424
- Companies mentioned: ニッポンレンタカーサービス株式会社、ニッポンレンタカー、全日本空輸株式会社

Facts:
- 33 of its approximately 500 locations nationwide
- Approximately 500 locations nationwide

## Nitori Net Marketplace begins offering food, outdoor goods, fresh flowers and houseplants; product categories expand from 5 to 8

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001656.000073913.html
- anchor: #n3015423
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニトリ、ニトリパブリック、イワタニアイコレクト、日比谷花壇、大和屋、issin、リッチェル

Facts:
- Product categories expand from 5 to 8
- The number of participating stores expands from 3 to 6
- Free shipping on purchases of 5,400 yen (tax included) or more

## “Personalized worksheets” for children in care facilities who are behind academically due to abuse and other factors. 認定NPO法人3keys launches crowdfunding to develop a learning support system that reduces the burden on welfare workers!

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000072.000044455.html
- anchor: #n3015422
- Companies mentioned: 認定NPO法人3keys、Congrant、株式会社Yogibo

Facts:
- Target amount: 1 million yen
- Approximately 70% of children living in child care facilities and similar institutions have experienced abuse
- 3keys has provided learning support for 17 years

## 【京都外国語大学】10/1からエントリースタート！ポルトガル語を学ぶ大学生・短大生対象「第44回全日本学生ポルトガル語弁論大会」出場者募集

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000074.000078199.html
- anchor: #n3015421
- Companies mentioned: 京都外国語大学、駐日ポルトガル大使館、駐日ブラジル大使館、カモンイス院、マカオ大学、駐京都ポルトガル名誉領事館、駐神戸ポルトガル名誉領事館、駐大阪ポルトガル名誉領事館、京都新聞、京都ラテンアメリカ文化協会、ルイス・フロイス学術講座

Facts:
- First 20 people
- 1大学5名まで

## Beyond placenta. New “Fermented Nano Placenta” series, created through “fermentation × nano,” launches with 2 products on September 17

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000317.000026320.html
- anchor: #n3015420
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社FRACORA

Facts:
- 2 products: “Fermented Nano Placenta Booster Serum” and “Fermented Nano Placenta All-in-One Cream”
- “Loss of firmness and elasticity due to dryness” was cited by 42.2%
- “Dark spots and dullness” was cited by 37.9%
- Subscription first-order price: 3,278 yen (tax included)
- Subscription price from the 2nd delivery onward: 3,779 yen (tax included)
- Single-item price: 4,200 yen (tax included)

## Menicon supports crested ibis habitat conservation through rice cultivation for the 16th consecutive year, donating to the “新潟県 Crested Ibis Protection Fund” and the “佐渡市 Crested Ibis Habitat Improvement Fund”

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000440.000005623.html
- anchor: #n3015419
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社メニコン、新潟県、佐渡市、山形大学

Facts:
- 1,324,038 yen donated to the “新潟県 Crested Ibis Protection Fund”
- 200,000 yen donated to the “佐渡市 Crested Ibis Habitat Improvement Fund”
- The estimated population of wild crested ibises inhabiting Sado is 473 birds

## MamaWell, a pregnancy health support service combining personal midwives and health data, launches at the Mitsubishi UFJ Bank Health Insurance Society

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000040.000116438.html
- anchor: #n3015418
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社MamaWell、三菱UFJ銀行健康保険組合、三菱UFJ銀行

Facts:
- Approximately 58,000 insured members

## 【Speaking Engagement Report】Representative Director Kosuke Tsubota spoke at the Japanese Academy of Nursing Administration and Policies’ “Practical Strategies for Nursing DX”

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000057.000177772.html
- anchor: #n3015417
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人日本男性看護師會、京都橘大学、日本看護サービス、NECソリューションイノベータ、OPERe、済生会熊本病院、社会医療法人財団石心会

Facts:
- Circulation: 25,000 copies
- Accepted 23,000 signatures

## 【ウブロ】新作「クラシック・フュージョン バルーン ドッグ by ジェフ・クーンズ」が誕生！アートへと膨らむ「時」

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000341.000016230.html
- anchor: #n3015416
- Companies mentioned: ウブロ、ジェフ・クーンズ、LVMHウォッチ・ジュエリー ジャパン

Facts:
- This unprecedented collaboration is limited to 200 pieces worldwide
- Warranty period can be extended to a maximum of 10 years

## Hokkaido’s Itoi Sangyo sponsors women’s official matches in table tennis’s T.League

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000032.000151859.html
- anchor: #n3015415
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イトイ産業、日本生命レッドウルフ、京都カグヤライズ、一般社団法人Tリーグ、リクルートスタッフィング、一般社団法人ブレイズスポーツクラブ

Facts:
- October 3, 2026
- Match starts at 14:30

## Glow-in-the-dark parent-and-child T-shirt collection inspired by “Mobile Suit Gundam” launches!

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000986.000055569.html
- anchor: #n3015414
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社バンダイ、バンダイナムコグループ、STRICT-G、プレミアムバンダイ

Facts:
- Price: 5,500 yen each (tax included; shipping and handling fees extra)
- Price: 4,730 yen each (tax included; shipping and handling charged separately)
- Available in stores on September 19, 2026 (Saturday)

## Now in its 6th year! Positive planner 2027 by アン ミカ, released today, September 17 (Thursday), by 小学館

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003832.000013640.html
- anchor: #n3015413
- Companies mentioned: アン ミカ、小学館

Facts:
- Price: 1,980 yen (including tax)
- B6 format, 224 pages

## Spatial Pleasure secures PIN approval (No Objection) under the JCM (Joint Crediting Mechanism) for a bus modal shift project in BSD City, Indonesia

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000037.000047935.html
- anchor: #n3015412
- Companies mentioned: Spatial Pleasure、Sinar Mas Land、Living Lab Ventures、日本貿易振興機構（JETRO）、TomTom

Facts:
- According to an estimate released by the United Nations in November 2025, the population is approximately 42 million
- The area is approximately 6,000 hectares
- The population is approximately 500,000
- Free shuttle bus “BSD Link” (10 vehicles)
- Drivers lost 125 hours to traffic congestion over the course of 1 year

## Body care company ファイテン株式会社 begins testing the use of “ヤッキくん,” an AI agent for checking advertising claims

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000149499.html
- anchor: #n3015411
- Companies mentioned: ファイテン株式会社、株式会社EdgeX、ヤッキくん

Facts:
- 〒604-8152
- 1-13-1

## [Completely free × unlimited messages] “Lフリー,” an official LINE messaging tool, launches

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000158.000007786.html
- anchor: #n3015410
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SVC、LINE

Facts:
- Both the initial and monthly fees are 0 yen
- 1契約につき、LINE公式アカウント5個までの紐づけが無料

## Regarding discussions about closing family graves, 66.0% said they had “never discussed it with family or relatives.” The most common reason was “I don’t feel it’s particularly necessary.”

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003246.000044800.html
- anchor: #n3015409
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NEXER、遺骨供養ウーナ、法月株式会社

## [Survey] Transition to AI-first development organizations: About 80% cite challenges with “standardizing processes and quantifying AI outcomes”

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000268.000045379.html
- anchor: #n3015408
- Companies mentioned: ファインディ株式会社、三菱電機株式会社、株式会社みずほフィナンシャルグループ、株式会社ディー・エヌ・エー、株式会社ZOZO、株式会社サイバーエージェント

Facts:
- The number of applicants has topped 500
- “Standardizing AI-first development processes” (60.0%)
- “Quantifying AI outcomes” (19.6%)
- Together, these 2 items account for 79.6%
- Now adopted by approximately 1,400 companies, from startups to major firms (including trial users)
- Approximately 290,000 cumulative service registrations
- Used by approximately 5,400 companies, from startups in Japan and abroad to large corporations

## More than just “repairing.” YVES ROCHER（イヴ・ロシェ）renews and launches its “Repair” series to protect and replenish damaged hair

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000038.000111332.html
- anchor: #n3015407
- Companies mentioned: YVES ROCHER、イヴ・ロシェ、イオンレーヴコスメ株式会社、イオン、ウエルシア、Amazon、楽天市場

Facts:
- About 2,400 stores nationwide
- ¥1,595
- ¥2,750
- ¥1,450 before tax
- ¥2,500 before tax
- ¥2,420
- ¥2,200 before tax
- ¥2,000 before tax
- 94% naturally derived ingredients
- 96% ingredients of natural origin
- 98% ingredients of natural origin
- 3 minutes

## [New Release] The world of 202X intersects with that of 500 years later! A fantasy set in another world that vividly portrays a girl's feelings: 『アスノヨ —アキラとわたしの時空をこえた秘密の闘い』（友永コリエ・著／めばち・絵）, on sale 9/17!

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000471.000035751.html
- anchor: #n3015406
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社岩崎書店、株式会社エムディエヌコーポレーション

Facts:
- List price: 1,650 yen (1,500 yen before tax, plus tax)
- Length: 192 pages
- Distribution date: September 15, 2026
- Release date: September 17, 2026

## Notice of a book club for 『コメ壊滅』, written by 山口亮子

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000068.000183816.html
- anchor: #n3015405
- Companies mentioned: AIマネー大学株式会社、新潮新書、新潮社、株式会社ウロ、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、男女産み分けドットコム、CapitalJusticeLab、くふう住まいコンサルティング、ハイアス・アンド・カンパニー、株式会社河野メリクロン、日本ハムファイターズ

Facts:
- Published by 新潮新書 in September 2025
- Just over 45 percent in favor
- 4,000 characters
- Support in the 40% range
- Late September 2026 (planned)

## 舞鶴市で「10月7日舞鶴引き揚げの日」関連事業を実施

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000258.000049369.html
- anchor: #n3015404
- Companies mentioned: 舞鶴市、舞鶴引揚記念館、舞鶴市役所

Facts:
- DVD screening of the film “Fragments of the Last Will” (feature film, 134 minutes)
- Capacity: first 60 people

## 愛媛県美術館「石村嘉成展 いきものだいすき ー2026えひめー」展示作品をモチーフにした「PENON タッチミー！アートマグネット」発売

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000115.000080758.html
- anchor: #n3015403
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ペノン、愛媛県美術館、石村嘉成

Facts:
- PENON Touch Me! Art Magnet: 4 types in total
- 「石村嘉成展 いきものだいすき ー2026えひめー」（会期：2026年7月18日（土）～2026年9月23日（水））
- Exhibition of about 500 works, including new pieces and signature work “Animal History”
- “The WALL,” shown for the first time. An impressive display featuring 243 small works arranged to resemble a wall of art will also be on view

## 環境省「令和8年度環境保全研究費補助金（イノベーション創出のための環境スタートアップ研究開発支援事業）」フェーズ2に採択

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000082075.html
- anchor: #n3015402
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エマルションフローテクノロジーズ、環境省

Facts:
- PFAS removal rate of 99.9% or higher
- Concentrated 2,400 times

## 南柏駅前の毎日が、もっと便利に、もっと楽しく。「フィールズ南柏モール2」10月1日（木）リニューアルオープン

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000188665.html
- anchor: #n3015401
- Companies mentioned: フィールズ南柏モール2、リープ不動産株式会社、Honeys、Seria、2nd STREET、買取大吉、西松屋、デイリーファッション パレット、生鮮市場TOP！、JCB

Facts:
- Shopping center 1 minute on foot from JR Minami-Kashiwa Station
- The center will reopen on October 1, 2026 (Thu.), with renovations inside and out, primarily updating the tenant lineup on the 2nd and 3rd floors.
- The 1st prize is a JCB gift certificate worth 5,000 yen.
- Customers who spend a total of at least 2,500 yen (tax included) on the day
- Free animal-feeding experiences will be available to the first 500 visitors each day.

## Tsuyoshi Kusanagi takes on “nameless household chores”! A new TV commercial for 「エリエール フタつきウエットティシュー」, slow-drying wet wipes that need no refills, asks, “Why not make things a little easier?” Airing begins September 17 (Thu.)

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000790.000001310.html
- anchor: #n3015400
- Companies mentioned: 大王製紙株式会社、エリエール

Facts:
- The commercial will air nationwide starting September 17, 2026 (Thu.)
- New 15-second TV commercial: “Make Things a Little Easier with エリエール フタつきウエットティシュー”
- New 30-second TV commercial: “Make Things a Little Easier with エリエール フタつきウエットティシュー”

## Kobe’s first event turning 42 shopping arcades into a single “stage for adventure”: “Kobe Shopping Arcade Real Quest 2026: Tour Around, Collect, and Go on a Treasure Hunt” set to take place! Starts October 10, 2026 (Sat.)!

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000190067.html
- anchor: #n3015399
- Companies mentioned: 神戸市商店街連合会、株式会社デンソーウェーブ、Nintendo

Facts:
- 42 shopping arcades
- About 2 months
- About 50 types of stamps
- More than 50 people in total
- About 80 shopping arcades and merchants’ associations in Kobe
- About 3,400 stores

## 豊橋産うずら卵、累計30万個使用。「ぴよりんあん巻き」がリニューアル、「カスタード餡」から濃厚カスタードクリームへ

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000269.000074986.html
- anchor: #n3015398
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社お亀堂、ぴよりん

Facts:
- The cumulative number of Toyohashi-grown quail eggs used has reached 300,000.
- Price: 1,320 yen (tax included)

## [New brand ambassador] Ena Nakano named brand ambassador for KOCOSTAR’s next-generation olive skincare brand &Olive!

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000189867.html
- anchor: #n3015397
- Companies mentioned: KOCOSTAR、アインズ＆トルペ、OOO Entertainment

Facts:
- Price: ¥1,870 (tax included)
- A total of 30 winners
- 10 winners in total
- Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026

## アニメ『花織さんは転生しても喧嘩がしたい』POPUP SHOPが期間限定オープン！9月18日（金）よりオリジナルグッズを多数販売【株式会社トランス】

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000062.000133884.html
- anchor: #n3015396
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社トランス、講談社、株式会社トランザクション

Facts:
- Price: ¥1,870 (tax included)
- Price: 990 yen (tax included)
- Price: 3,850 yen (tax included)
- Price: ¥660 (tax included)
- Purchases of at least 2,000 yen before tax

## [mojojojo] Six fluffy designs to decorate with! Skater introduces plush toy kitchen magnets in random packaging, plus a complete BOX

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000288.000084027.html
- anchor: #n3015395
- Companies mentioned: スケーター株式会社、mojojojo

Facts:
- Price: ¥1,540 (tax included)
- Price: 9,240 yen (tax included)
- Size: Pink “Bubble pink,” approx. 62×33×66 mm

## A collaborative glass mouse pad with Pixio official ambassador 宙星ぱる is here

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001699.000009971.html
- anchor: #n3015394
- Companies mentioned: Hamee株式会社、Pixio、宙星ぱる、一般社団法人コンピュータエンターテインメント協会、3℃

Facts:
- Regular price: 18,980 yen (tax included)
- Product dimensions: 490×420×2.2 mm
- Preorder period: 9/17 (Thu.)–9/30 (Wed.)
- The product is scheduled to ship in December 2026

## Equipment inspection platform “MONiPLATⓇ” begins integration with “急コール,” an automated phone notification service for designated emails

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000091.000105646.html
- anchor: #n3015393
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社バルカー、株式会社ワイドテック、MONiPLAT、急コール、ZeroVisit、TBM

Facts:
- The service has been adopted by more than 2,000 companies
- Boasts a continued-use rate of 97.5%

## Learn about everything from the basics of money to NISA in a fun way for adults and children alike! “Learning About Money with Sanrio Characters” goes on sale

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009399.000002535.html
- anchor: #n3015392
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 学研ホールディングス、株式会社 Gakken、株式会社サンリオ

Facts:
- List price: 1,650 yen (tax included)
- Format: A5 / 160 pages
- Release date: September 17, 2026
- Capital: 50 million yen
- Sales of 199.1 billion yen for the fiscal year ended September 2025
- 124 group companies

## BLD Group and CRAZY enter into a business partnership

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000186905.html
- anchor: #n3015391
- Companies mentioned: BLDグループホールディングス株式会社、株式会社CRAZY、CRAZY WEDDING ALLIANCE

Facts:
- Drawing on experience gained through more than 3,000 weddings
- Joint operations to begin in fall 2026

## [Ginza Cozy Corner] The “Big Eclair (Mocha)” is 20% heavier. Same price, available for a limited time!

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001458.000004367.html
- anchor: #n3015390
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社銀座コージーコーナー

Facts:
- Total weight increased by 20%
- Price: 200 yen

## A hot topic on social media since preorders opened, with a reprint decided before publication! “The Butler’s Guide to Manners and Culture,” a beautifully illustrated compendium of butler etiquette and knowledge, goes on sale

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009404.000002535.html
- anchor: #n3015389
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 学研ホールディングス、株式会社 Gakken、全日本執事協会、執事喫茶Swallowtail、Amazon、楽天ブックス

Facts:
- Price: ¥1,870 (tax included)
- Release date: September 17, 2026
- Format: B6 / 144 pages
- Price: 1,760 yen (tax included)
- Release date: June 26, 2025

## A menu that fulfills 3 wishes—“good for you,” “something you want to eat,” and “easy”—with meals you can mix and match freely based on what you want to eat: “The Best of Both Worlds Meals for Adults” goes on sale!

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001297.000060318.html
- anchor: #n3015388
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ワン・パブリッシング、Amazon、楽天、セブンネット

Facts:
- List price: 1,870 yen (tax included)
- ISBN: 9784651206042

## [JAF Hyogo] From the latest cars to work vehicles, they’ll all gather at Kobe Meriken Park! “Hyogo Car Life Festa 2026” to be held

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000007555.000010088.html
- anchor: #n3015387
- Companies mentioned: JAF、一般社団法人日本自動車連盟、一般社団法人日本自動車販売協会連合会、神戸市、兵庫県自動車販売店協会、国土交通省近畿運輸局、神戸運輸管理部、兵庫県、兵庫県警察、一般財団法人兵庫県交通安全協会、兵庫県自動車整備人材確保・育成連絡会

Facts:
- November 7 and 8 (Sat. and Sun.)
- 10：00～16：00
- About 10 km/h

## 少数株ドットコム・山中裕が語る『Forbesジョージア富豪100人』第70弾、ゴチャ・ツキティシュヴィリ――月2店を17年、立地契約を資産に変えた、オリ・ナビジの3分の1株主

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000447.000158730.html
- anchor: #n3015386
- Companies mentioned: 少数株ドットコム株式会社、オリ・ナビジ、保谷硝子、HOYA株式会社、ハイアス・アンド・カンパニー、くふう住まいコンサルティング、河野メリクロン、投資ブラザーズ合同会社

Facts:
- Ranks 31st
- Approximately 470 stores
- Up to 4,300 people
- Corporate value of approximately 979 million lari
- 2 stores a month for 17 years
- 17 years
- Late September 2026
- Since November 2024
- 2025 favorable court ruling
- March 2023
- Capital: 90 million yen

## DIVA recognized as a “Great Place to Work” by Great Place to Work ® Institute Japan for the 4th consecutive year

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000589.000016467.html
- anchor: #n3015385
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ディーバ、Great Place to Work ® Institute Japan、株式会社アバントグループ、株式会社働きがいのある会社研究所、株式会社アバント、株式会社インターネットディスクロージャー、株式会社ジール、株式会社VISTA、DIVA INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED

Facts:
- Operating in about 100 countries worldwide
- In the United States, the “Best Companies to Work For” ranking has been published annually through “FORTUNE” since 1998
- Listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market; securities code: 3836

## Professional climber Akechi Narasaki joins LA SPORTIVA as an ambassador

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000166468.html
- anchor: #n3015384
- Companies mentioned: LA SPORTIVA、日本用品株式会社

Facts:
- Founded in Italy in 1928
- Since 1969, 日本用品株式会社 has handled imports and sales in Japan
- The companies have built a trusted partnership spanning more than 50 years
- Capital: 91.32 million yen

## 71.7% said that clothing and grooming at work affect first impressions. 56.6% also said they felt that the clothes or suit they wear can change their feelings and behavior

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003309.000044800.html
- anchor: #n3015383
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NEXER、株式会社NEXER Group、エバーズスーツ、株式会社エバーズ、グローブ・トロッター

## [Insulation Grades and High Airtightness/Insulation] The most commonly cited benefit of a highly insulated home is “lower utility bills.” The top reason for wanting a highly airtight, well-insulated home is also “to keep utility bills down,” cited by 70.0%.

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003310.000044800.html
- anchor: #n3015382
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NEXER、株式会社NEXER Group、幹工務店、株式会社幹工務店

Facts:
- 67.0% said they had “never even heard of” the housing “insulation grade” system.
- 81.4% said the benefit of a highly insulated home is that “it stays cool in summer and warm in winter.”
- 40.0% said the benefit they value most is “lower utility bills.”
- 61.8% said they had “never even heard of” highly airtight, well-insulated homes.
- 51.4% said they “would like” a highly airtight, well-insulated home.
- 73.5% said their reason for wanting one was that “the cold in winter and heat in summer are hard to bear.”

## [Wakamono Research Survey] A 2026 summer survey of young people in the Reiwa era! Are they enjoying the “beach,” “pools” and “festivals” or not?

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000246.000162122.html
- anchor: #n3015381
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ワカモノリサーチ

Facts:
- 36.0% of girls said they had “gone” to the beach.
- 34.6% of boys said they had “gone” to the beach.
- 17.8% of girls said they had “gone” to a pool.
- 26.4% of boys said they had “gone” to a pool.

## 51% have used carrier billing, with d払い the most popular at 26% [Survey of 100 smartphone users]

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000054.000080834.html
- anchor: #n3015380
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社サイトクリエーション、d払い、auかんたん決済、ソフトバンクまとめて支払い

Facts:
- 51% have used carrier billing.
- d払い (payment combined with phone bill) was the most popular, with 26 people (26.0%).
- auかんたん決済: 19 people (19.0%).
- ソフトバンクまとめて支払い: 7 people (7.0%).
- Of the 51 people who had used carrier billing, 22 (43.1%) said they had purchased gift cards or digital gifts.
- Among the 49 people who had never used carrier billing, 12 (24.5%) said they had made such a purchase.
- Among all 100 respondents, 34 (34.0%) said they had used smartphone payments, buy-now-pay-later services or carrier billing as a payment method to purchase gift cards or digital gifts.

## [Regional Expansion of School Club Activities and School Facility Access Program] NTTSportict’s “Machi-Spo” facility management DX initiative selected for Kyoto City’s school facility smartification pilot project and now underway in earnest!

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000311.000076870.html
- anchor: #n3015379
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NTTSportict、京都市教育委員会、株式会社構造計画研究所、株式会社リモートロックジャパン

Facts:
- Schools covered (Kamisato Elementary School and Saga Junior High School)
- Full-scale rollout of regional school club activities

## タイヘイ株式会社 signs main sponsorship agreement with alpine skier Karen Onozato

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000048151.html
- anchor: #n3015378
- Companies mentioned: タイヘイ株式会社、足利大学附属高等学校

Facts:
- Now in its 146th year
- The 2030 Winter Olympics

## Direct Air Capture startup Planet Savers newly selected for 2 Tokyo Metropolitan Government grants totaling 250 million yen

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000130404.html
- anchor: #n3015377
- Companies mentioned: Planet Savers株式会社、東京大学

Facts:
- Grants of up to 250 million yen over a maximum of 3 years

## NANKAI NEXT Ventures (NANKAIグループCVC) invests in 株式会社ジェイエルネス

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000163378.html
- anchor: #n3015376
- Companies mentioned: NANKAI NEXT Ventures、NANKAIグループCVC、株式会社ジェイエルネス、株式会社NANKAI、シュミタイム、シュミタイムギフト

Facts:
- “シュミタイム,” a small-group community leisure service for people in their 60s and 70s

## [Support for responding to sudden accidents and misconduct] Full-scale launch of an “emergency inquiry desk outsourcing service” that provides rapid response for corporate crisis management

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000028.000147263.html
- anchor: #n3015375
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社テレコメディア

Facts:
- As little as 3 days

## AI learning support app “Hear and Communicate AI Avatar (Kiketsuta AI)” extends free access through October 31, 2026 for users living in Kumamoto Prefecture

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000041.000128303.html
- anchor: #n3015374
- Companies mentioned: AIアバター株式会社、AI AVATAR、Dr.アバター

Facts:
- Paid plan (monthly fee: 4,980 yen)

## The 3rd installment in the “Make ‘Cute’ Creations Even for Beginners!” series! Craft book lets readers create more than 100 fluffy, adorable punch needle projects

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000020084.000007006.html
- anchor: #n3015373
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KADOKAWA、大塚屋 車道本店

Facts:
- 105 adorable projects made with “punch needle” and “wool felt”!
- List price: 1,980 yen (1,800 yen before tax)
- Release date: Thursday, September 17, 2026

## Frozen meal delivery service “nosh” opens a POP UP store at Abeno Q's Mall

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000907.000054946.html
- anchor: #n3015372
- Companies mentioned: ナッシュ株式会社、nosh

Facts:
- 170 million meals sold to date
- 2026年9月17日（木）から9月30日（水）
- Product lineup of about 100 varieties

## Jinbei to exhibit at “Technology for the Future Expo: Nikkei Crosstech NEXT Tokyo 2026”

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000141.000143568.html
- anchor: #n3015371
- Companies mentioned: ジンベイ株式会社、日経BP

Facts:
- The event will be held at Tokyo International Forum on September 29 (Tuesday) and 30 (Wednesday), 2026
- Please stop by Jinbei’s booth, “515”

## [Osaka, Umeda] “Book Marche,” bringing together independent bookstores with distinctive personalities, to be held at HERBIS!

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002586.000005179.html
- anchor: #n3015370
- Companies mentioned: 阪急阪神ホールディングス、ハービスPLAZA／PLAZA ENT、ubu book store、アンジェ ラヴィサント、FOLK old book store、書肆喫茶mori、クローディア書店、本屋 亜笠不文律、ON THE BOOKS、キンダーブック 林林、犬と街灯、大吉堂、スタンダードブックストア、toibooks、シカク、居留守文庫、BOOK’N BOOTH、本のすみか、本の栞、1003、honeycombBOOKS、古本屋ワールドエンズ・ガーデン、本は人生のおやつです、シスターフッド書店 Kanin、ホホホ座浄土寺店、本屋ペーハー、BOOKSHOP TRAVELLER

Facts:
- A total of 25 stores from Kansai and Tokyo will gather.
- The event will run for 3 days.
- 21 stores will exhibit each day.
- 7 new stores will exhibit for the first time.

## “Which is cooler, trains or poop!?” A poop-themed drill created in collaboration with Kawasaki Railcar Manufacturing teaches the “secrets of trains”

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000456.000003336.html
- anchor: #n3015369
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社文響社、川崎車両株式会社、山陽電気鉄道、神戸新交通、ALICE Rail

Facts:
- Has continued making “vehicles” such as trains and Shinkansen for more than 120 years
- The “world’s first high-speed rail vehicle” to exceed 200 km/h
- The E5 Series Shinkansen (Hayabusa), which runs at a top speed of 320 km/h

## A collaborative glass mouse pad with Pixio official ambassador Nahiro Soma is here

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001700.000009971.html
- anchor: #n3015368
- Companies mentioned: Hamee株式会社、Pixio、東京ゲームショウ、一般社団法人コンピュータエンターテインメント協会

Facts:
- Regular price: 18,980 yen (tax included)
- Product dimensions: 490×420×2.2 mm
- Preorders: 9/17 (Thu)–9/30 (Wed)
- The product is scheduled to ship in December 2026

## “いえらぶCLOUD” begins synchronizing recruitment statuses with “LIFULL HOME'S”

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000861.000008550.html
- anchor: #n3015367
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社いえらぶGROUP、LIFULL、LIFULL HOME'S、いえらぶCLOUD、いえらぶBB

Facts:
- Used by more than 50,000 companies nationwide
- Monthly property listings have surpassed 750,000
- Capital: 9,740 million yen
- Capital: 38.25 million yen

## [Online event on 9/29] Special edition of “OSOS,” an online networking event exclusively for decision-makers, for companies with sales of 300 million yen or more or 30 or more employees

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000433.000015335.html
- anchor: #n3015366
- 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:
- Sales of 300 million yen or more
- A decision-maker matching platform with 7,000 approved participants
- Approximately 2.6 billion yen raised to date
- Selected for Best Venture 100 for 5 consecutive years

## Shapewin backs Sekisui House’s “IKUKYU.PJT” for the 3rd consecutive year

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000055.000060077.html
- anchor: #n3015365
- Companies mentioned: シェイプウィン株式会社、積水ハウス株式会社

Facts:
- The rate of men taking childcare leave in fiscal 2025 was 50.9%.

## 「リムレスメガネ」は、テンプルで選ぶ。ラインアート シャルマン、新作モデルを含む6つのスタイルを提案

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000043.000073246.html
- anchor: #n3015364
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社シャルマン、ラインアート シャルマン

Facts:
- 6 styles
- 24 temple designs
- More than 1000 varieties
- Founded in 1956

## Director Yutaka Mizutani wins the “4th Tropea Film Festival Honorary Award”! He visits Tropea, once named Italy’s most beautiful town, with his latest film, “Piccola felicità.”

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000097.000076045.html
- anchor: #n3015363
- Companies mentioned: 東映エージエンシー、TRYSOME BROS.

Facts:
- The 4th Tropea Film Festival
- 2026年9月20日（日）～9月26日（土）

## [NOMADIX™(ノマディックス)] New fall/winter items arrive, from bandana towels that can hold ice or ice packs to seat-cover towels!

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000425.000055351.html
- anchor: #n3015362
- Companies mentioned: アルコ株式会社、NOMADIX™(ノマディックス)、REI

Facts:
- Price including tax: 4,070 yen
- Price including tax: 6,380 yen
- Price including tax: 14,850 yen
- On sale starting September 18, 2026 (Friday)
- An outdoor and travel gear brand founded in 2014 in California, USA
- Weighs about 57 g
- Weighs about 454 g
- Weight: approx. 907g

## Aiful to pilot Monoxer to support employees seeking the national qualification of Money Lending Business Operations Manager

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000192.000029973.html
- anchor: #n3015361
- Companies mentioned: アイフル株式会社、モノグサ株式会社、Monoxer

Facts:
- About 150 people plan to take the exam
- The exam is scheduled for November 2026

## Is a company’s image shaped by its office? About half say old or cheap-looking office furniture and interiors hurt the impression

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003318.000044800.html
- anchor: #n3015360
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NEXER、株式会社トミザワ、オフィスレスキュー119Happy（ハッピー）

Facts:
- Have judged a company’s image based on its furniture or interior design
- Said old or cheap-looking furniture and interiors lower their impression of a company
- Said a well-appointed office environment affects their desire to work for or do business with a company
- Have taken action, such as applying, joining a company or doing business with it, because of the impression created by its office furniture, interior design or space
- Said investing in office furniture and spaces is worthwhile

## Automating restaurant reception, guest call-ups and seating. Launch of an automated seating guidance service

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000189312.html
- anchor: #n3015359
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社EPG、EPARK順番待ちシステム

Facts:
- Capital: 100 million yen

## 【JAF福井】クラウンロードでつながる福井県丹南×岐阜県西美濃を巡る ドライブスタンプラリー開催

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000007577.000010088.html
- anchor: #n3015358
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人日本自動車連盟、JAF、JAF福井支部、丹南広域観光協議会、西美濃広域観光推進協議会、福井県、岐阜県、越前市、大垣市、海津市、鯖江市、池田町、南越前町、越前町、揖斐川町、本巣市、大野町、垂井町、関ケ原町、神戸町、養老町、安八町、輪之内町

Facts:
- A record 22 stamp locations
- A total of 2 winners selected by lottery
- 22-stamp prize (equivalent to 20,000 yen)
- 12-stamp prize (equivalent to 10,000 yen)
- 6-stamp prize (equivalent to 5,000 yen)

## 70% said they were unsure whether to change jobs. The most common reason was “leaving a job early looks bad.” Meanwhile, the number who were not unsure because “changing jobs has become commonplace” surged [Survey on job-change attitudes among people in their 20s]

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001575.000013485.html
- anchor: #n3015357
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社学情、東京商工リサーチ

Facts:
- Those who were unsure accounted for 70.5%, or 70%.
- “Because I thought leaving a job early carries a negative social image”: 59.0%
- “Because I thought I had no skills or experience to promote when changing jobs”: 51.4%
- “Because people generally say, ‘You should work for at least ３ years first’”: 48.6%
- “Because I didn’t know whether I could find the job I wanted” and “Because I didn’t know my market value” tied at 37.1%.
- “Because I thought there was no need to force myself to keep working at a company that wasn’t a good fit” was the most common response at 65.9%.
- Next was “Because changing jobs has become commonplace regardless of age,” at 56.8%.
- “Because I thought it was better to try for a job in a new field sooner”: 50.0%
- “Because changing jobs has become commonplace regardless of age” surged to 56.8%, up 14.5 percentage points from the previous year
- A job site for people in their 20s, chosen by people in their 20s, with 2.8 million members; No. 1 for 7 consecutive years・20

## 《2026 Holiday Collection announcement》 Open, discover and take flight! A holiday to play freely with makeup angels: “シュウ ウエムラ × Sonny Angel”

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000189.000032312.html
- anchor: #n3015356
- Companies mentioned: 日本ロレアル株式会社、シュウ ウエムラ、Sonny Angel、Beauté Research

Facts:
- Dazzling Dimensions Eye Palette, 1 limited edition, 11,000 yen (tax included)
- Take Wing! Eye Palette, 1 limited edition, 7,920 yen (tax included)
- Special Lip, 1 limited-edition shade, 5,390 yen (tax included)
- Kinu Care CC Oil, 2 limited-edition shades, 5,280 yen each (tax included)
- Kinu Care Glow Up Gleam, 1 limited-edition shade, 5,280 yen (tax included)
- Face Duo, 2 limited editions, 6,600 yen (tax included)
- Sonny Angel Spirit Brush Kit, 1 limited edition, 8,800 yen (tax included)
- Ultim8∞ Sublime Beauty Cleansing Oil n, collection-exclusive design, 450ml, 15,400 yen (tax included)
- 2.2 times*2 the amount of skincare ingredients absorbed after cleansing.
- Formulated with 94%*3 serum ingredients

## 『東方スペルバブル』ファンの皆さまのご要望にお応えし、約2年半ぶりとなる追加DLC「キャラクターパック 伊吹萃香」本日9月17日（木）発売！さらに、無料で2曲追加！

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000823.000041970.html
- anchor: #n3015355
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社タイトー、Nintendo Switch、上海アリス幻樂団、TAITO CORPORATION、任天堂

Facts:
- 約2年半ぶり
- 65% off
- Regular price: 5,800 yen
- Sale price: 1,980 yen
- DLC price: 990 yen

## [la.f...(ラエフ)] Publishes its 2026 fall collection catalog online

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000318.000025473.html
- anchor: #n3015344
- Companies mentioned: la.f...(ラエフ)、株式会社ジャヴァコーポレーション、J Lounge、ロートレアモン、ドロワット、ラ・エフ、メイソングレイ、ビアッジョブルー、クイーンズコート、ケティー、ビッキー

Facts:
- Blouse \23,100
- Pants \20,900
- Knit ¥16,500
- Knit ¥19,800
- Pants ¥26,400
- Jacket \37,400
- Tops ¥17,600
- Jacket ¥48,400
- Pants \22,000

## Shinshu’s fall-exclusive chestnut products arrive at 銀座NAGANO in stages, from fresh chestnuts and chestnut sweets to seasonal oyaki

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000044.000013938.html
- anchor: #n3015343
- Companies mentioned: 長野県、銀座NAGANO、サンエー、松仙堂、信州里の菓工房、御菓子処 大村屋、戸田屋 双松庵唯七、いろは堂

Facts:
- サンエー “Chestnut Rice Mix” 1,080 yen
- 松仙堂 “Pure Chestnut Paste” 999 yen
- 信州里の菓工房 “Chestnut Terrine” 415 yen
- 御菓子処 大村屋 “Chestnut Rice Cake” 313 yen
- 戸田屋 双松庵唯七「柿寿楽」 2,160円
- いろは堂 “Oyaki with Chestnut Paste” 419 yen

## “ちいかわ POP UP STORE” makes its first appearance at Chubu Centrair International Airport! Limited-time event featuring photo spots and exclusive perks

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000716.000024522.html
- anchor: #n3015342
- Companies mentioned: 中部国際空港株式会社、ちいかわ

Facts:
- Event period: September 8, 2026 (Tuesday) to October 5 (Monday)
- Business hours: 10:00–18:00
- Customers who spend 2,200 yen or more, tax included

## [BAMBI WATER] Solve lingerie woes! “Cup-in Rib Knit Series” launches sequentially from September 17 (Thursday), offering a flattering bust and polished style in 1 piece

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000123.000123525.html
- anchor: #n3015341
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ラングレー、BAMBI WATER

Facts:
- Cumulative series sales have surpassed 5 million units
- Price: ¥5,790 (tax included)

## [New upcycled products arrive in the official licensed merchandise lineup for the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Games]

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000058.000174790.html
- anchor: #n3015340
- Companies mentioned: 愛知・名古屋2026マーケティング代理店業務共同事業体ライセンシング事務局、豊田合成株式会社、トヨタ紡織株式会社、株式会社メニコン

Facts:
- Price: 3,500 yen (tax included)
- Size: H360mm × W200mm × D100mm
- Price: 1,000 yen (tax included)
- Price: 7,480 yen (tax included)
- Size: H480mm × W260mm × D100mm
- Weight: 196g
- Price: 5,940 yen (tax included)
- Size: H350mm × W260mm × D

## 山形に特化した双方向な求人マッチングサービス「ジョブアンテナ山形」、9月15日に登録会員数2,000人を突破

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000155.000014652.html
- anchor: #n3015339
- Companies mentioned: インタラクティブ株式会社、北海道新聞社、ジョブアンテナ山形

Facts:
- Company information for more than 50 companies
- About 220 job listings
- Average age: 37.4

## 小籔千豊氏を再現した会話型AI「AI小籔教授」を『コヤブソニック2026』会場で初公開！

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000036.000168477.html
- anchor: #n3015338
- Companies mentioned: 東京工科大学、片柳学園、小籔千豊

Facts:
- Monday, September 21, 2026 (national holiday)
- 13:00
- 14:00

## The '辛ラーメン Korean Snack Food POPUP Store' on Harajuku’s Takeshita Street to reopen after renovation in October! A new convenience-store-style outlet, '辛ラーメン편의점（ピョニジョム）,' will open as Japan’s first store carrying the full range of 農心 Japan products!

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000154.000099515.html
- anchor: #n3015337
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社農心ジャパン、農心、辛ラーメン

Facts:
- More than 3,000 people visited over 6 days
- In a visitor survey, 96% said they were “satisfied”
- On sale at the special price of ¥1,000 (before tax)
- 農心 currently holds a 56% share of the Korean instant noodle market, including 辛ラーメン

## Study abroad brochure revamped from cover to cover; free mailing begins. Costs, schools and careers in one volume

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000133190.html
- anchor: #n3015336
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社LALALA Plus、株式会社アドベンチャー

Facts:
- Support costs: ¥0
- One-on-one lessons of up to 50 minutes per day

## “WAVE RIDER 30.1” and “WAVE RIDER 30.2” connect running and lifestyle

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000707.000009202.html
- anchor: #n3015335
- Companies mentioned: ミズノ、ミズノ株式会社

Facts:
- The sales target is a total of 10,000 pairs

## AndGAMER株式会社、「東京ゲームショウ2026」に出展 「オーバーウォッチ」「Red Bull」との2大コラボレーションを実施

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000028.000111070.html
- anchor: #n3015276
- Companies mentioned: AndGAMER株式会社、オーバーウォッチ、Red Bull、Void Gaming、AIM1、LE SSERAFIM、Blizzard Entertainment, Inc.、SOURCE MUSIC、中京大学

Facts:
- Booth No. 11-C03
- From among all 53 heroes
- Polling rate: 8000Hz

## Survey of 400 employees in their 1st–5th year of work: 41.0% view personnel evaluations as “competitive.” “Team-results-focused” is the top ideal at 24.5%, while “individual-results-focused” stands at 11.5%

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000366.000020633.html
- anchor: #n3015275
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社IKUSA

## 【プラスダイアナ】First in the Kanto region! The brand’s standalone shop to grand-open at “Jiyugaoka Muse Square” on September 17, 2026 (Thursday)!

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000314.000047083.html
- anchor: #n3015274
- Companies mentioned: ダイアナ株式会社、プラスダイアナ、CUMUU_DIANA

Facts:
- Price: ¥19,800 (tax included)
- Heel height: in the 5 cm range
- Available sizes: 21.5–25.5 cm

## October 12 is Sports Day! A candy mix packed with energy and excitement arrives in PAPABUBBLE’s sports series, on sale from September 24

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000581.000018984.html
- anchor: #n3015273
- Companies mentioned: PAPABUBBLE、Craft Candy Theater

Facts:
- Price including tax: 740 yen
- 2003

## Vegan ramen specialty restaurant “MERCY Vegan Ramen” to open in Shijo-Kawaramachi, Kyoto, on September 29

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000038.000174572.html
- anchor: #n3015272
- Companies mentioned: MERCY Vegan Ramen、MERCY Vegan Factory、株式会社ナム・テクノ、イージーリンク株式会社、Happy Cow

Facts:
- “Medicinal Soy Milk Tantan Noodles” ¥2,420 (tax included)
- “Tomato Ramen” ¥1,980 (tax included)
- “Salt Ramen” ¥1,870 (tax included)
- We have received a high rating of 4.8 stars in Google reviews

## Special subsidiary 大和ライフプラス wins an Award for Excellence for the 3rd time in the “Best Practices for Improving Workplaces for People with Disabilities”

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000233.000059962.html
- anchor: #n3015271
- Companies mentioned: 大和ライフプラス、大和ライフネクスト、大和ハウスグループ、独立行政法人高齢・障害・求職者雇用支援機構

Facts:
- 77 employees
- 63 employees with disabilities
- Handles an average of 15,000 contract mailings per month
- Cuts working time by about 15 hours per month

## Record 27 companies exhibiting! “Marunouchi Antique Market vol.10” to be held on Marunouchi Naka-dori

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000068.000064056.html
- anchor: #n3015270
- Companies mentioned: good mornings(グッドモーニングス)株式会社、Marunouchi Happ. Stand & Gallery、Marunouchi Happ.STORE、lamadri、Rain drops antiques、OLD HANNA、Lemens、Lucy & Matilda、nite、粋気者、QUARTER PAST FIVE、fog、Imaginary Cajuen、Koy studio、blue bloom vintage、mm、Neo Tropic、univers Y、裏庭、otanishop、ANONYME、Yuge、Glücklich、C'est la vie! Robin et B.R. Antiques、ヨーロッパヴィンテージ 緑園、Eureka、Perruche Perle、Todd Lowrey Antiques、Panié rustique、BROWN ANTIQUES、Petit Musée

Facts:
- October 5 (Monday)–13 (Tuesday), 2026
- 11:00～19:00
- 11:00～16:30
- 80 to 100 varieties of craft beer on sale

## 【札幌市】New course offering free support for small and midsize businesses’ use of IT tools launches in September!

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000285.000130084.html
- anchor: #n3015269
- Companies mentioned: 札幌市

Facts:
- “札幌市 Digitalization and AI Adoption Promotion Subsidy” of up to ¥2.25 million
- “DX and Wage Increase Acceleration Start Course,” which makes applicants eligible to apply for subsidies of up to ¥5 million

## Save the world with the power of zombies. Details unveiled for “THE FIRST ZOMBIE,” produced by Kentaro Fujii of “Wednesday Downtown”

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000357.000053399.html
- anchor: #n3015268
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Phoenixx、Nintendo、Valve Corporation、THE FIRST ZOMBIE製作委員会

Facts:
- September 17 (Wednesday)–21 (Monday)
- 「東京ゲームショウ2026」

## “Kobe and Awaji Island,” a project to create a world-class food destination, added to the areas covered by ミシュランガイド!!

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000134242.html
- anchor: #n3015267
- Companies mentioned: ミシュランガイド、パソナグループ、神戸観光局、淡路島観光協会

Facts:
- Marking its 25th edition
- Capacity: 16 participants
- Capacity: 20 participants per session

## Reset summer damage and make a difference in your “apparent age”! We’ve gathered everything related to skin and hair, from skincare and haircare to diet and lifestyle habits

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000620.000075284.html
- anchor: #n3015227
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 青春出版社、NHK、日本テレビ、そのだ内科 糖尿病・甲状腺クリニック

Facts:
- List price: ¥1,232 (tax included)

## The latest rules you need to know, all in one book! “The Easiest-to-Understand Illustrated Guide to Inheritance and Gifts: Complete Edition, Revised for Reiwa ９ Fiscal Year Changes” arrives, including guidance on digital assets

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001748.000026633.html
- anchor: #n3015224
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社扶桑社、株式会社夢相続、Amazon、楽天ブックス

Facts:
- List price: ¥1,320 (tax included)
- 101 authored and supervised books, with cumulative sales of 990,000 copies
- Handled more than 15,000 inheritance consultations
- More than 300 TV and radio appearances
- More than 1,000 newspaper and magazine interviews
- 670 seminar engagements as a lecturer

## 【HASHLE(ハッシュル)】Limited-time waffles celebrating autumn’s “sweet potatoes” go on sale October 1 (Thursday)

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000116.000068020.html
- anchor: #n3015223
- Companies mentioned: 荒井商事株式会社、HASHLE(ハッシュル)

Facts:
- Price (tax included): ¥300
- Price (tax included): ¥330
- Price (tax included): ¥150 each
- “Ghost Box” ¥1,500 (tax included)
- “Ghost Set” ¥750 (tax included)

## 【SwitchBot】A limited-edition Kumamon design joins the AI companion robot “KATA Friends” lineup

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000207.000057002.html
- anchor: #n3015221
- Companies mentioned: SWITCHBOT株式会社、熊本県、Amazon、楽天市場、ヤフー

Facts:
- Unit price: ¥149,800 (tax included)
- 日本国内で販売された「KATAフレンズ KUMAMON ver.」1台につき5,000円
- KATA Friends Lifestyle Plan: from ¥1,980 per month (tax included)
- Benefits worth a total of ¥8,920

## 【2026 Survey on Credit Card Payments for Public Utilities】Popular cards, tips for saving and points to note

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000611.000117030.html
- anchor: #n3015220
- Companies mentioned: 楽天カード、三井住友カード、dカード、ココモーラ、株式会社ゼロアクセル、株式会社BimoRa、株式会社ワンプレート、株式会社ザ・建物

Facts:
- “Telecommunications costs” ranked highest at 92.67%
- “Electricity bills” 82.67%
- “楽天カード” led at 32.33%
- “High point-reward rates” ranked highest at 31.67%
- “Some cards have lower reward rates only for public utility bills” ranked highest at 29.33%
- The most common response was “Nothing in particular,” at 43%
- Valid responses: 300 people

## MAが売上に貢献する企業としない企業、最大の差は「営業連携」約8割 vs 1割未満 ─ BtoB企業のMA活用実態調査（第0回）

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000164298.html
- anchor: #n3015219
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Sells up、HubSpot、Surveroid、LisCore

Facts:
- MA adoption rate among all 480 respondents was about 30%
- Just under 40% among companies with 10 or more employees
- Just under 10% among companies with fewer than 10 employees
- More than 50% among companies with 1,000 or more employees
- “We lack in-house expertise” was cited by about 40%
- 「営業との連携が取れていない」が約3割半
- 「費用対効果が見えない」が約3割半
- “We don’t see the need” was cited by just under 40%
- “The cost is not worth it” was cited by about 20%
- “Coordination is smooth” was cited by about 20%
- “There is friction or a mismatch in enthusiasm” was cited by about 20%
- “It depends on specific individuals”

## Applications open for “Learn Office DX from the Basics! Training Course for Administrative Staff in the AI Era,” a vocational training program for acquiring administrative work and AI skills!

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001168.000001346.html
- anchor: #n3015218
- Companies mentioned: ワークキャリア株式会社、ジョブトレ香川校、厚生労働省、ハローワーク

Facts:
- Capacity
- Microsoft 365 Personal monthly plan

## One sells every 10 seconds※1. A dewy, “skin-melting” powder that blends into bare skin. “3CE Face Blush,” with a perfectly sheer flush of color, gets a makeover

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000039.000147770.html
- anchor: #n3015217
- Companies mentioned: 3CE、ロフト、プラザ、アットコスメ、アインズ＆トルぺ、ショップイン、イオンスタイル、マツモトキヨシ、ココカラファイン、ハンズ、Qoo10、Amazon、楽天、アットコスメショッピング、ZOZOTOWN、STYLENANDA

Facts:
- Price: 2,497 yen (tax included)
- Available in 7 colors
- Pre-sale at ロフト on Saturday, October 10, 2026
- Nationwide release on Saturday, October 24, 2026

## A 3-in-1 veterinary cooling medical device that handles everything from cooling to cryotherapy in 1 unit: “VetEase” to exhibit at the 28th JBVP Annual Meeting

- Published: 2026-09-17T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000169692.html
- anchor: #n3015216
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社INFIX、RECENS MEDICAL

Facts:
- 会期：2026年9月26日（土）・27日（日）
- Adjustable from −5 to 5°C in 1°C increments; spray duration: 1 to 30 seconds
- Ultra-low-temperature spray at −79°C