【Patent Grant】AI may be allowed to “execute,” but must not be entrusted with the authority to “finalize.” Japan’s first patent（※1） to control vulnerabilities lurking in the fusion of “next-generation AI and on-chain finance” through “separation of authority,” and record reliable authorization evidence in “BaaS”
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Patent Application No. 2026-180158
Received the Invention Grand Prize (Invention Achievement Award) in 2025
Byside株式会社 establishes a new “Healthcare Support Office” focused on M&A in the medical and nursing care industries through a business partnership with 株式会社MATCH POINT
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More than 400 completed deals to date
The number of medical institutions (hospitals, clinics and dental clinics) that closed or dissolved in fiscal 2025 was 823
Approximately 2.3 times higher than 10 years ago
38 medical institutions (hospitals, clinics, dental clinics, etc.) went bankrupt in the first half of 2026 (January–June)
Up 15.1% year on year
Approximately 46% of companies whose owners are in their 60s
The collaboration event between “Puyo Puyo!! Quest” and the TV anime “SPY×FAMILY” starts today! New characters including “[★6] Lloyd & Yor” and “[★6] Anya & Bond” make their debut!
Nana Eikura says the moments she cherishes as she watches her children grow are “each and every moment”; she also suggests ways to wear the pieces, saying “you can bring out a feminine touch even in mannish clothes,” and shares her commitment to environmentally conscious manufacturing: “Only what is needed, in the amount needed”
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The suggested retail prices for the 5 regular models range from 63,800 yen to 103,400 yen.
【Survey on generative AI training for new graduates】More than 90% of companies provide training, but approximately 2 in 3 people who rate trainees’ post-training level as very high have serious concerns about the training content. A new talent development challenge, the “AI-native paradox,” is coming to light
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93.5% of companies said they provide generative AI training for new graduates
The proportion who train all new hires was just 38.5%
No. 1 “Risk” (49.6%
No. 2 “Basic knowledge” (48.7%
No. 3 “Internal rules” (48.2%
Just 3.2% said they had “no particular concerns”
“Copyright and intellectual property infringement” (45.7%
“Taking false information (hallucinations) at face value” (43.0%
“Leakage of confidential or personal information” (42.7%
【Limited to 30 homes】Options worth up to ¥1 million (tax included) as a gift, plus up to ¥1 million (before tax) off ground improvement work costs! Gハウス launches its “Value Up Campaign” to support homebuilding from Tuesday, September 1
Notice on the development of and launch of a deployment support campaign for “ZBOX Light β版,” an on-premises meeting-minutes platform based on the Voice AI Agent Platform (VAAP) concept
ふるなび begins accepting donations for 4 municipalities to support areas affected by the Reiwa 8 August torrential rains ※Municipalities added on 2026/9/1
All 70 companies representing Taito City, a hub of manufacturing, to exhibit! “Taito City Industrial Fair 2026: Downtown Ideas Exhibition” set to take place
[Anker Japan] In-store collection of lithium-ion batteries and other items in partnership with 埼玉県, along with public outreach and education—promoting the proper use and disposal of lithium-ion batteries and a circular economy
3 carefully prepared hot pot soup bases made with ingredients from Goto, Nagasaki: “Flying Fish Dashi Yosenabe Soup,” “Wagyu Dashi Spicy Hot Pot Soup,” and “Local Chicken Dashi Salt Hot Pot Soup,” launching September 1, 2026 (Tuesday)
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Cumulative sales of 120,000 bags
Suggested retail price: ¥347 (excluding tax)
Volume: 500g
Best before: 545 days from the date of manufacture
Maomao and “Maomao (Garden Party Ver.)” join OSHI WORKS Mini, the chibi figure series, from “The Apothecary Diaries.” Both are available for preorder at あみあみ.
[Reservations open today] Anyone can start using it right away. GMOインターネットグループ representative Masatoshi Kumagai’s “AI Will Make Your Dreams Come True” set for release on September 29!
[住まいのおたすけ隊] 『神奈川電設』 to hold its first “Exciting Career Experience 2026” for elementary school students! Local children become “junior electrical workers” through experiences with aerial work platforms and electrical wiring
Employment rate for people with disabilities reaches 7%! 安全産業株式会社’s effort to shape the future of logistics by hiring all graduates of special needs schools as full-time employees every year
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The employment rate for people with disabilities was 4% last fiscal year (fiscal 2025)
3 to 4 graduates of special needs schools every year
Enjoy exquisite course meals at 43 vacation rentals (cottages) in Atami! Collaboration launches between private chef service “お届けリストランテ,” which handles both cooking and cleanup, and “ステージヴィラ,” which operates 110 vacation rentals in the Izu area
[First time in Hokkaido] “しゅうサポ,” a community for businesses involved in end-of-life planning and identity guarantees, to hold its 17th meeting [あかり保証]
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Participation fee: 3,000 yen
By 2050, the number of older adults without children is expected to exceed 10 million
Of those, the number of older adults without relatives to rely on is estimated to exceed 4 million
Capital: 100 million yen (including capital reserves)
All 4 talents at VTuber agency “VALTRA” mark their 1st anniversary; a total of 7 projects, including commemorative streams and collaborations with external partners, planned for September
A subscription service without strings attached. Hair care brand “Carena（カレナ）” launches a subscription service for shampoo and conditioner on September 1
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10% off every time
Receive 2 sample pouches as a gift
Regular price: 9,900 yen (tax included) → subscription price: 8,910 yen (tax included)
Regular price: 13,970 yen (tax included) → subscription price: 12,573 yen (tax included)
三村小松法律事務所 to hold free seminar on trade secret “leaks” and “inflows” on September 29. Arrests for the unlawful removal of trade secrets hit a record high, with approximately 80% related to changing jobs or starting independent businesses. [Guest: Keisuke Yuzawa, Legal Department, 株式会社神戸製鋼所]
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There were 38 cases of trade secret infringement resulting in arrests in 2025
Of these, 30 cases, or approximately 80%, were related to changing jobs or starting independent businesses
A new course offers a full-day experience of the depths of the Kumano Kodo! “Walk the Kumano Kodo Nakahechi Course C hands-free with a storyteller” launches October 1, 2026
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Approximately 10 km
Approximately 7 hours
Adults (age 13 and over): 12,500 yen (tax included)
Nakgopsae specialty restaurant “사위식당（サウィ食堂）” to open in Tokyo’s Ikebukuro and Kyoto’s Kiyamachi
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Operating more than 30 locations in South Korea
Average monthly sales per tsubo across all locations exceed 800,000 yen
The model 20-tsubo location generates monthly sales of more than 16 million yen
Originalスケルトンからの場合は2500〜3500万円ほどの予算
For a conversion from a property previously used for heavy food service, total costs—including construction and franchise fees—are within 10 million yen
ホテルグランバッハ東京銀座 | Enjoy food and conversation with loved ones: “The Wellness Table（ウェルネス・テーブル）‐Savor（集い）‐,” an autumn Wine & Dine in Ginza, now available
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Lunch: 778 kcal
Dinner: 923 kcal
One serving of beef Bolognese spaghetti contains approximately 858 kcal
At least approximately 120 g of vegetables, the recommended amount for one meal
“Craft Financier,” which ranked No. 1 in Tokyo Station’s souvenir rankings, makes its first regional foray! Brick bake bakers by Pâtisserie ease opens at 福岡三越 on September 16 (Wed.)
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Cumulative sales since opening in 2024 have reached 1.8 million items
The lineup includes 7 varieties—plain, Dainagon, maple, chocolate, lemon, raspberry and pistachio—plus the freshly baked-only flavors Amaou and mentaiko, for a total of 9 varieties
Capital: 100 million yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社イートクリエーター、福岡三越、Pâtisserie ease、Brick bake bakers by Pâtisserie ease、平和不動産、東急不動産、日本食品総合研究所、Social Kitchen TORANOMON
For eyes that can’t rest. Unwind before bed with a “hot eye mask” scented with soothing aroma. 2 new blended aromatherapy scents made with natural essential oils
From a special event celebrating BEAMS’ 50th anniversary to exclusive dishes by Koji Sasaki, chef of acclaimed French restaurant プレスキル: September highlights at タイムアウトマーケット大阪
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Admission: 2,000 yen (includes 1 drink)
Original1日100食限定で提供します
Exclusive one-plate meal supervised by Chef Koji Sasaki: 2,000 yen
■ Crêpe caramel beurre salé 960 yen
■ Mont Blanc crêpe 1,180 yen
■ Kinmokusei × Ki no Bi Bee’s Knees 1,300 yen
■ Ki no Bi gin and tonic 1,200 yen
■ Apple and cinnamon sour (non-alcoholic) ¥980
HAPPY MONDAYS, when draft beer is half-price at 390 yen
Companies mentioned：BEAMS、プレスキル、タイムアウトマーケット大阪、リュミエールグループ、ESlaboN、Time Out Bar、阪急阪神不動産株式会社、阪急阪神ホールディングス
Celebrate Halloween in English! Enjoy a full 50 minutes of English activities! WinBe®, the English and conversation school from やる気スイッチグループ, to hold “Halloween Lessons” from Tuesday, October 13 to Saturday, October 17
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A 50-minute lesson packed with activities
Original1クラス6名までのレベル別クラス設定です。
For those interested in or considering WinBe: 1,100 yen (tax included)
Currently operates approximately 2,400 or more※ schools in Japan and overseas
Supporting the learning of more than 138,000※ children.
[Shiso, Hyogo Prefecture] Enjoy the flavors of autumn in the forest. A glamping facility with an adjoining hot spring is running a September-only “Autumn Travel Support Campaign,” offering 10% off plans with 2 meals and 1 night
[New product] Solve the problem of finding “just the right place to put your smartphone” in the 40 series Alphard/Vellfire. A dedicated dashboard tray offers convenient navigation and space for small items
TV anime Cardfight!! Vanguard Divinez POP UP SHOP confirmed! New merchandise featuring original illustrations and newly drawn art on a “yukata” theme is coming
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Starting Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Spend 2,200 yen (tax included) or more on new products only
Companies mentioned：株式会社A3、eeo Store online、JREモール、CLAMP・ST、Azmacy inc.
【F ORGANICS】The 2nd collaboration collection with YURI EBIHARA is here! A new collection with fragrances and packaging supervised by YURI EBIHARA <Advance reservations begin September 3 (Thursday) / Nationwide release September 16 (Wednesday)>
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Customers who purchase collaboration items totaling ¥4,000 (tax included) or more will receive an <original grand chouchou> as a special gift.
EFFE ORGANICS Rayures du Voyage Kit ¥11,000 (tax included)
Details announced for the collaboration event between Nintama Rantaro and HANA・BIYORI, “Nintama Rantaro × HANA・BIYORI ~AKIBIYORI no Dan in HANA・BIYORI~”!
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Event period: September 18, 2026 (Friday)–October 18, 2026 (Sunday)
Tickets go on sale: September 1 (Tuesday) from 17:00–
Admission: Adults (junior high school students and older) ¥1,000 (tax included)
Elementary school students: ¥700 (tax included)
Admission: Adults (junior high school students and older) <Weekdays>: ¥2,500 (tax included)
Adults (junior high school students and older) <Weekends and holidays>: ¥3,000 (tax included)
Elementary school students <Weekdays>: ¥1,300 (tax included)
Elementary school students <Weekends and holidays>: ¥1,500 (tax included)
One randomly selected event-exclusive postcard (all 10 types) will be given away.
YouTube “CIELフルールチャンネル” celebrates its 5th year! A giveaway campaign offering more than 50 gorgeous hand-signed shikishi boards by popular voice comic cast members begins September 1, 2026 (Tuesday)!
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More than 50 hand-signed shikishi boards
6 rounds in total (Round 1–Round 6, 2 weeks each)
September 1, 2026 (Tuesday) 17:00–November 23 (Monday) 23:59