New game in the “ロリポップチェーンソー” series, which has sold more than 1.5 million copies cumulatively, to be revealed worldwide for the first time at the セガ／アトラス booth at TOKYO GAME SHOW 2026!
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More than 1.6 million followers across social media
Choose, create and wear what you find “cute.” New handmade brand “Deco lu Me” launches nationwide on September 19 from one of Osaka’s largest craft stores
First installment in the “ぶちAI” series launches September 2: “ぶちAIゲートウェイ” goes on sale, stopping confidential information before it is sent to AI, while applications open for “ぶちAIワーク,” an in-house AI service that optimizes IT costs
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“I feel very uneasy about entering confidential information”
“We lack the people and organizational capacity, both inside and outside the company, to promote AI and DX”
Vacuum storage container “STOQ,” which recorded ¥20.94 million in Makuake backing and achieved 6,982% of its target, launches September 4 — purchasers get 12 months of free access to the AI food-scanning app
「クレイジーライフ」 open test surpasses 30,000 participants, with a satisfaction rating of 4.3! More than 100 items improved in 6 days; test extended through September 6
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More than 35,000 players took part
The game earned an average satisfaction rating of 4.3/5.0 on a 5-point scale
More than 100 fixes and improvements were made
More than 100 fixes and improvements were made in just 6 days
The event period has been extended through September 6, 2026
[Nishi-Azabu and Azabu-Juban, Minato Ward] In an era of 100-year lifespans, fitness gym HASH BUFF launches 2 next-generation programs to extend healthy life expectancy!
From “studying English” to “playing in English” — online English conversation service aleva!（アレバ） launches “game lessons” where students play games with foreign instructors
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Lesson duration: 10 or 25 minutes
Games offered: Reversi, Concentration, blackjack, poker and 15 types in total
New game from BAFTA-nominated developer Thomas Sala: shipbuilding sandbox「ShipShaper」launches in Early Access on Steam
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A new 7-year publishing agreement
Sept. 3, 2026
18 years since founding
Companies mentioned：Wired Productions、BAFTA、Little Chicken Game Company、Skyrim、Rekt!、SXPD、TrackLab、Hotel Architect、Task Time、KARMA: The Dark World、Bulwark: Falconeer Chronicles、Martha Is Dead、Kumarn: The Wandering Spirit、Mr. Records、AGNI: Village of Calamity、When Sirens Fall Silent、BrokenLore: DON'T LIE
A summer vacation place for children not enrolled in after-school care: toy subscription service「And TOYBOX」holds its first elementary school student day-care program in Shimanto City
アビココ株式会社 launches “てにとる,” a contract development service that lets clients check a working prototype before signing—putting an end to “it’s not what I had in mind” with a development approach that lets clients see a working product from the requirements-definition stage
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85.2% say that rework and redesign stemming from requirements definition occur in at least half of projects
93.8% say they experience “reliance on individuals” in their company’s requirements definition
“Dependence on the experience and skills of the person in charge” (56.8%) and
“Lack of established frameworks and processes” (55.2%) ranked among the top concerns
[Sakuho, Nagano] Regional partnerships turn a “campground into a tourism hub.” Enjoy local craft beer, local cuisine and lodging at the “Beer Festival in Komadeike Campground,” taking place Sept. 12
Experiential event “Meta AI Convenience Store,” where visitors used Meta AI to navigate the world’s most inconvenient convenience store!? Closes to a huge turnout
Museum Box, which offers museum merchandise from around the world, to begin taking preorders on Sept. 4 for its “Louvre Museum Collection,” featuring items from ルーヴル美術館
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Calepinage Louvre bag, Philippe Apeloig, black: ¥5,780 including tax
Louvre Pyramid snow globe: ¥5,080 including tax
Weekender bag, Mona Lisa, Loqi: ¥11,280 including tax
Winged Victory of Samothrace book stand: ¥10,800 including tax
“Don’t give up on your bust line just because you’re breastfeeding.” 株式会社Jubilee to launch YVESJU nursing bras featuring a patented structure for firm support without underwires on Sept. 6
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Retail price: 19,800 yen (tax included).
YVESJU has spent 17 years focusing on women’s busts and bodies
It’s not Chiyoda in Tokyo. But there’s a story that can begin only here. Short drama released featuring “Chiyoda Line Man” and “Machiko” as they take on challenges!
Can dogs be “nonjudgmental listeners”? Reading-dog activities to become a joint research project with a university; Tochigi Animal Therapy Association launches crowdfunding on Sept. 3
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Target amount: ¥500,000
Original募集期間は2026年9月3日10:00～10月8日23:00（35日間）
Tochigi Animal Therapy Association incorporated in 2016
10th anniversary in 2026
Launched in 1999 by the U.S. nonprofit Intermountain Therapy Animals
In 2021, launched a program to train library dogs (reading-assistance dogs) in partnership with the Tochigi City Library
[Free event on Oct. 16, 2026] Why do employees go directly to an occupational physician for advice? A look at what goes unsaid in the workplace—and occupational health before problems escalate—with the head of HR at Nippon BS Broadcasting
Buyout franchise 「つなぐ屋」: 3 member companies to begin operations simultaneously on September 28; headquarters to support event launches with hands-on assistance
78.2% of survey respondents were repeat users, having used the product at least 2 times. 「左ききの手帳2027」, created with input from left-handed people, goes on sale September 3
Two brands from ALBONA, 【ELLISS(エルリス)】 and 【Derma:U(ダーマユー)】, to exhibit at 「Cosme Lab」 for the first time, offering beauty experiences to “drink” and “scent.”
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Visitors: approximately 550 influencers active in beauty and cosmetics
Y'SACCS × SHIHO < Y'SACCS 40th anniversary project, third installment > The second collaboration with SHIHO, who is active across modeling, producing and other fields, goes on sale September 3 (Thursday).
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CITTY tote bag ¥22,000 tax included
ANY shoulder bag & rucksack ¥20,900 tax included
Books and DVDs on beauty, training, yoga and meditation have sold more than 700,000 copies in total.
Companies mentioned：Y'SACCS、SHIHO、株式会社シカタ、The Wellness Japan
【September 5 is International Day of Charity】Survey finds that lack of human connection is the most common reason for starting volunteer work, even in the social media era, surpassing the desire to contribute to society
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Feeling of lacking human connection (22.6%)
Approximately 40% of people in their 20s and 30s say they lack human connection
Original10代・40代・70代では「マンネリ・現状への焦り」がそれぞれ2〜3割
82.4% said the issue had been resolved
It was found to reach 97.1%
It reached 95.5%
“I made new connections and expanded my social circle” (76.8%)
“My perspective and values broadened” (61.6%)
“I gained a sense that I was helping others” (59.1%)
“There was a very positive change” (39.0%)
“There was a somewhat positive change” (56.5%)
About 90,000 volunteer applications are submitted annually
Shrimp specialty brand 「海老乃家」 to hold a “Store-Exclusive Product Popularity Vote” and a “6-Day-Only Daily Sale” to mark its 6th anniversary
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Shrimp specialty brand 「海老乃家」 is marking its 6th anniversary with a vote on store-exclusive products and a 6-day daily sale. In response to fan requests, popular products will make their online debut.
Funai Soken HD takes part in “Osaka Station City Kids Week” for the first time
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On Aug. 5, 2026, Funai Soken HD took part for the first time in “Osaka Station City Kids Week,” an event for elementary school students hosted by JR West, promoting next-generation development and community contribution through a management consultant experience.
Patent obtained for technology to predict allosteric sites in proteins that are difficult to target with drug discovery
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Aoi Bio and Toshiba have obtained a patent for high-precision prediction technology for allosteric drug discovery. Using quantum-inspired technology, it enables approaches to challenging drug targets and brings innovation to the industry.
BUSINESS-ALLIANCE signs “Co-Creation Partner Collaboration Agreement” with Susono City and the Public-Private Co-Creation Future Consortium
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BUSINESS-ALLIANCE, Susono City and the Public-Private Co-Creation Future Consortium have signed a “Co-Creation Partner Collaboration Agreement.” They will jointly conduct demonstrations of business visualization using generative AI and engagement analysis tailored to local governments, with the aim of improving administrative efficiency and organizations.
株式会社Lister releases “Analysis Report on the Structure of the U.S. Physical AI Industry 2026,” analyzing 142 U.S. physical AI companies and 1,742 intercompany relationships
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142 major U.S. physical AI-related companies
1,742 intercompany relationships
429 implementation, demonstration and operational cases
Capital and investment account for 63.3% of intercompany relationships
1,102 relationships involving capital and investment
Shine Muscat grapes that could no longer be shipped in bunches after the Kumamoto earthquake turned into a limited-time drink; launch at 6 Osaka locations on 9/10
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have is launching a limited-time drink at 6 Osaka locations using Shine Muscat grapes that could no longer be shipped after the Kumamoto earthquake. The sustainable initiative supports producers while reducing food waste.
Hokuto City, Yamanashi Prefecture, joins “Famima Furusato Nozei”! A made-to-order French course at “Brun Yatsugatake” arrives as an exclusive thank-you gift
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Famima Digital One announced that Hokuto City in Yamanashi Prefecture will join “Famima Furusato Nozei.” A made-to-order course at “Brun Yatsugatake,” a restaurant inspired by the nature of the Yatsugatake area, will be offered as an exclusive thank-you gift.
“Öffen × kimonoyarn Workshop,” a craft workshop to make shoe pouches from discarded kimono
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kimonoyarn by 三和物産 and sustainable shoe brand Öffen will hold a craft workshop in Fukuoka using discarded kimono as material. The initiative promotes sustainability by giving materials renewed value.
Dietitian community “manabi” surpasses 6,000 members! Its unique training program combining classroom learning and practice strengthens the quality of dietitians’ nutritional guidance
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Membership in “manabi,” a professional community for dietitians, has surpassed 6,000. The community is promoting the development of high-quality nutritional guidance professionals through a training program combining classroom learning and practice.
[Event exhibit] Exploring the future of beauty and health—Astareal Co., Ltd. to exhibit at the “Aging Appearance Research Society”!
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Astareal Co., Ltd. will exhibit at the “Aging Appearance Research Society” event on Sept. 6, 2026. It will showcase astaxanthin products for medical institutions, providing an important opportunity to share scientific evidence with experts.
More than 500 housing and real estate businesses nationwide, including homebuilders, builders, construction companies, condominium developers and management companies, and remodeling businesses
Available starting September 8, 2026
Limited to businesses with up to 500 registered members on iecon ORM
Approximately 10% of Japan's annual supply of newly built homes
Of the homes with iecon installed, 46,968 units were completed in 1 year during fiscal 2023 (FY 24/3)
A total of 454,663 owner-occupied and for-sale homes
[Daimaru Sapporo] New launch: Apple Caramel Crispy made with “Hokkaido Yoichi apples,” from “Apple Town Yoichi”! <A specialty shop for caramel milk sweets from Hokkaido>
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A popular product with cumulative brand sales exceeding 1 million units
Two more detained and denied visits in Nantou Zhushan abuse-and-abandonment death case
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A 23-year-old man was abducted and assaulted in Zhushan Township, Nantou County, Taiwan, and died. Prosecutors rearrested 2 people who had been out on bail, and a court approved their detention and a ban on visits. The case is a serious crime drawing considerable public attention.
Cho Jung-tai: To balance learning and training, no new elementary school sports classes will be added
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Executive Yuan approved a draft amendment to the National Sports Act. No new elementary school sports classes will be added, and existing classes will be encouraged to transition into clubs. The mechanism for preventing unsuitable coaches will also be strengthened.