Back by popular demand! This year, too, the Hokkaido Okhotsk Shopping Street 2026 event will be held at 二子玉川 東急フードショー, the food hall at 東急百貨店, featuring a selection of products from 22 Okhotsk businesses!
Form the ultimate party! Onward to the primeval forest! The hugely popular isekai summoning cheat fantasy reaches its 20th volume! On sale: “Drawing: The Strongest Manga Artist Dominates Another World with Drawing Skills! 20”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Volume 20 of the isekai summoning cheat fantasy
List price: ¥792 (base price ¥720 + 10% tax)
Companies mentioned：キルタイムコミュニケーション、ARTLIM Media Co.,Ltd.
What is the greatest crisis ever to strike the Demon King and Hero duo!? The chaotic, erotic adventure returns with a tumultuous second volume full of new encounters! On sale: “The Strongest Demon King Was Dominating, but the Key to Reversing My Gender Change Was a Journey of Helping Others 2”!
[ドローンフィールドKAWACHI] Expanding a drone workforce development program for businesses—from certification and operational design to inspection work and advanced technology development
A lightweight, compact 35 mm AF lens for everyday photography with a classic look. Launch of the full-frame-compatible AF prime lens “SG-image AF 35mm F2.2 Classic Edition”
[Online seminar: How to decide between selling real estate and making effective use of it—and build internal consensus—without being asked, “Is that really the best option?”] 三菱地所リアルエステートサービス to hold a seminar for corporate CRE managers
The second installment! On October 10, 2026, at LOFT9 Shibuya in Tokyo's Shibuya district: “Voice Actor × Archaeologist—A Remarkable Cross-Industry Discussion United by a Love of History: Prayer and Nature”
Safety of our kimchi products following reports about Chinese-grown napa cabbage: We confirmed the ingredient sourcing route and verified that formaldehyde was “not detected” in testing
[ホテルクリスタルパレス] Reservations open for “2027 Hotel Crystal Palace Osechi and Hors d'oeuvres”—welcome the New Year with the traditional flavors of a long-established hotel celebrating its 75th anniversary!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Japanese, Western and Chinese cuisine in a variety of three-tier boxes (Japanese, Western and Chinese cuisine; three-tier box) [serves 3–4] ¥30,000 (tax included)
Ibaraki's bounty: a traditional two-tier box filled with local specialties (Japanese cuisine; two-tier box) [serves 2–3] ¥28,000 (tax included)
Colorful small-dish hors d'oeuvres box (Japanese and Western hors d'oeuvres) [serves 2–3] ¥20,000 (tax included)
Luxury party box (Japanese, Western and Chinese hors d'oeuvres) [serves 4–5] ¥43,000 (tax included)
September 24 (Thursday): AndTech WEB online Zoom seminar, “Introduction to Humanoid Robots: Fundamentals and Mechanisms, Flexibility, Motion Control Technology, Robotics Applications, Challenges, and Physical AI”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Participation fee: 50,600 yen (tax included)
This course is scheduled to begin on September 24, 2026.
September 25 (Friday): AndTech WEB online Zoom seminar, “Mid- to Long-Term Business Development Processes in Manufacturing, Building Organizational and Marketing Systems, and Case Studies of Success and Failure”
September 28 (Monday): AndTech WEB online Zoom seminar, “Selecting Polymer Additives and Fillers and Practical Formulation Recipes [35 Questions and 35 Answers]”
Hosted by Gota Watanabe! The podcast “FREE SLIDE,” which explores street culture from a unique perspective, will once again be released this year in conjunction with SLS TOKYO, the world’s premier professional street skateboarding competition!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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2026 SLS CHAMPIONSHIP TOUR TOKYO
Saturday, November 14, 2024
Companies mentioned：J-WAVE、STREET LEAGUE SKATEBOARDING (SLS)、MinebeaMitsumi
Ryota Yamazato of Nankyan struggles to teach cooking! He takes on “porchetta” for the program’s 100th episode of “Shinji Mizuta’s Picky Cooking Class,” airing September 6 (Sunday) at 21:30
A deodorizing and antibacterial spray made with 100% natural ingredients has been launched by 株式会社ウルタロウ, which operates the “オカタシwith” tidying service, where female staff accompany customers. A 50ml sample will be given to customers who use オカタシ services.
[Specified Skilled Worker Program / Nursing Care] 26 graduates at MIRAI’s partner school in Cebu, Philippines! Job-ready talent with practical training experience in Japan to be assigned in stages
Safety design information for grid-scale battery storage systems released—Safety design of the Raptor battery storage product, backup system using 2 EMS units, and product warranties for each device
[Sales figures updated] “Energy Water Mist” by Korean cosmetics brand NEUTRINOS, sold through TikTok live commerce channel “燕チャンネル,” surpasses 15,000 units sold and 62 million yen in sales
A comprehensive guide to roads and road construction technology—the most important infrastructure, forming the physical network that supports the movement of people and goods and enables the circulation of industry and culture—has been published!
Column by 印永翔: Warsh’s first 100 days—his “hundred-day reform” as the Fed seeks to make the market a player again
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
On his 100th day as Fed chair, Warsh is promoting a “Hundred-Day Renewal.” By scaling back forward guidance, he aims to encourage market-driven price formation. This marks a fundamental shift in monetary policy and redefines the relationship between markets and the central bank.
Commentary by 吳芳銘: A new Monroe Doctrine for oil—U.S. takeover of Venezuelan oil rewrites the global power map
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The United States acquired development rights to 17 strategic oil fields in Venezuela, shutting out the influence of China, Russia and Iran. The move, dubbed the “Donroe Doctrine,” signals the development of a new geopolitical strategy.
Commentary by 林騰鷂: President Lai Ching-te should look at the national debt clock and the Fiscal Discipline Act
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
林騰鷂 criticized the 賴清德 government for frequently announcing large-scale spending without explaining its funding sources or long-term costs, and urged it to face the national debt clock and the Fiscal Discipline Act. The issue concerns the sustainability of public finances and intergenerational justice.
Commentary by 林進嘉: Chiang Wan-an, are you all right?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A son of Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an was selected for a publicly funded exchange student program, raising suspicions of a conflict of interest. Political repercussions are a concern ahead of the election campaign.
Commentary by 楊秉儒: The pan-Green camp targets Chiang Wan-an’s son but gets the facts badly wrong
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Veteran media figure 楊秉儒 criticized pan-Green politicians for misunderstanding international exchange student rules and falsely claiming that Chiang Wan-an’s son could not obtain a visa because he is a U.S. citizen. The rules have no such restriction, highlighting political attacks and ignorance of policy.
夏珍 column: What comes after peace? What comes after war?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Former Taichung Mayor 胡志強 paid tribute to Professor 高希均, revisiting his “peace and happiness” ideal and stressing that cross-strait relations should go beyond peace to pursue people’s well-being. The issue highlights Taiwan’s structural dilemma between war and peace.
Opinion: While pro-Green media mockingly ask, “Why do robots need to run so fast?”, mainland China has already bought its ticket to the future battlefield
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
China is accelerating the industrialization and military applications of humanoid robots, while Taiwan is struggling to respond amid a technological lag and a gap in awareness. This is a contest for leadership in the future of manufacturing and defense.
Opinion: Does Xiaohongshu deserve credit for fighting scams based on a “null hypothesis”?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan’s Ministry of the Interior blocked Xiaohongshu for nearly a year on the grounds of fighting scams, claiming that scam cases fell by 八成. The author questions whether there is evidence of a causal link, warning that the claim may be politically motivated.
張瀞文 column: 15 days after the “American father” singled it out, Unimicron was raided—the political reality Taiwan’s electronics industry cannot speak of
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
15 days after the United States designated Taiwan a country at risk of transshipment, Taiwan’s largest PCB maker, 欣興電子, was searched on suspicion of falsifying the origin of its products. The incident symbolizes tighter U.S. supply chain controls and the political realities facing Taiwan’s industries.
Commentary by 王順民: A life is more than data—how to support a 10-year-old girl covered in wounds
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A 10-year-old girl in Taipei was subjected to sexual abuse over an extended period and went without placement for 240 days because of administrative negligence and systemic shortcomings, prompting public condemnation and calls for reform. The case exposes a deep crisis in the child protection system.
Commentary by 陸文浩: When fighter jets take off, logistics come first—China’s new model for logistical support in overseas air force exercises
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Through joint exercises in the Middle East and Russia, China’s air force is evolving its logistical support from a focus on transport to a systematic deployment that includes command, communications and refueling. This signals the maturation of its long-range operational capabilities.
Commentary by 金彥斌: The ghost stories we’ve chased together all these years!
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
金彥斌 criticized Taiwan’s government for using talk of “ghosts” to evade political responsibility, citing the Hsinchu baseball stadium scandal and vaccine controversies. He stressed that people’s suffering should not be ignored and that the real problem is those in power refusing to face reality.
Opinion: National Chengchi University’s freshman group turns green—do the Greenbirds think all college students are DPP “youth officials”?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
An administrator changed the photo in a National Chengchi University freshman Line group to that of a DPP candidate, sparking controversy over political influence on campus. The author questions whether the pan-Green camp is treating campuses as party campaign hubs, in violation of university autonomy and political neutrality in education.
Opinion: Bribery in elections cannot be solved by law
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Vote-buying cannot be eradicated by law alone; economic measures and changes in voter awareness are needed. In remote areas, vote-buying is widespread, driven by personal ties and fear.
Opinion: Fisheries Agency, stop slaughtering large tuna
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Fisheries Agency’s “at-sea gill removal” policy has drawn criticism over the processing of caught tuna, with their internal organs removed while they are still alive. Calls for its withdrawal on humanitarian grounds are growing, and social criticism—including religious interpretations—is spreading.
Opinion: The management wisdom needed to resolve labor-management disputes at the Taiwan Blood Services Foundation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
台湾血液基金会 has faced labor-management disputes over measures such as cross-region staffing support, highlighting employees’ need for fairness and respect. Good management means communicating in advance and showing empathy.
Another perspective on European civilization: In search of indigenous cultural ancestors—excerpt from How the World Shaped the West (1)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A professor of classical studies has published an excerpt from a book that challenges a view of Western civilization centered on Greece and Rome and reconsiders history through the lens of multicultural exchange. The proposal is an important call for a paradigm shift in how history is understood.
Why are U.S. Treasury yields surging? Wall Street and Fed officials offer sharply different explanations
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
U.S. Treasury yields have risen, with the Fed and Wall Street divided over the cause. The disagreement reflects contrasting views: some attribute the rise to economic strength, while others worry about inflation and fiscal risks.
〈Precious Metals After Hours〉 Fed’s Waller signals cooling inflation and unchanged rates; gold jumps more than 2%
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Fed Governor Waller suggested that inflation is slowing and signaled the possibility of holding off on rate hikes, sending gold prices up more than 2%. This enhanced gold’s appeal as a non-yielding asset and dampened market expectations for rate hikes.
ANZ Bank: Tariff fears, tight South American supply and firm new-energy demand could send copper prices soaring past $15,000 in early 2027 to a record high
Nvidia regains the lead in AI trading as tech giants’ share prices approach record highs
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
With strong earnings and its acquisition of Hugging Face, Nvidia has regained its lead in the AI market, and its share price is nearing a record high, signaling sustained strong demand for AI infrastructure.
U.S.-Iran hostilities escalate; Vance: “I wouldn’t call it a war”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
U.S. Vice President Vance said the rising military tensions between the United States and Iran cannot be called a “war.” He stressed that what happens next depends on Iran’s actions, signaling that the United States is prioritizing the nuclear threat and the stability of energy supplies.
Is the crypto winter nearing its end? Bitcoin returns to $80,000, with $150,000 in sight by year-end
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Fears of a Federal Reserve rate hike have eased, and Bitcoin has recovered to $80,000. Experts see this as a sign that the “crypto winter” may be ending. It could reach $150,000 by year-end.
Volkswagen plans to cut 50,000 jobs before 2030; ADR shares surge 9%
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Volkswagen announced plans to cut about 50,000 jobs by 2030. It is pushing ahead with restructuring amid cost pressures and a competitive disadvantage in the Chinese market. This is an important signal of the auto industry’s shift to electrification and cost restructuring.
Vance: No “large-scale operation” against Iran, but all pressure options remain on the table
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
U.S. Vice President Vance said the United States has not launched a large-scale operation against Iran, while stating that military, economic and diplomatic pressure are all being held in reserve. The immediate goals are to ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz and stop Iran from attacking merchant ships.
New York FX | Dollar falls as bond selloff eases; yen surges to a 1-month high
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The U.S. dollar suffered its steepest decline in 2 weeks. The main factors were speculation about foreign exchange intervention by the Bank of Japan and a drop in U.S. Treasury yields. The Nikkei average also rebounded, briefly restoring risk appetite in the market.
AI heavyweights clash! Gemini 3.8 Flash is overtaken just after reaching the top; Meta and Mostik make moves in a contest focused on “cost”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Google, Meta and Mostik are competing to improve the cost efficiency of AI models, with the focus shifting from “performance” to “the cost of actual work.” This is key to the commercialization of AI.
A tug-of-war between bulls and bears! U.S.-Iran hostilities escalate as Russia-Ukraine peace hopes emerge; oil prices fluctuate but hold above $95
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Geopolitical risks in the Middle East and signs of a Russia-Ukraine peace deal are pulling oil prices in opposite directions, with Brent crude trading in the $95 range. Supply concerns and diplomatic hopes are in a tug-of-war.
Companies mentioned：Saxo Bank、UBS、Price Futures Group
Taiwan’s stock market briefly fell below 46,000 points but recovered in after-hours trading. Lite-On Technology invested approximately 5.5 billion yen in a Polish liquid-cooling technology company, entering the AI and HPC fields. 帆宣 reported an order backlog of 135.1 billion yen, with demand visible through 2028.
U.S. stocks after the close | 華勒 signals a pause in rate hikes, Treasury yields retreat, all 3 major indexes rise more than 1%
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
聯準會 Governor 華勒 said he would lean toward keeping rates unchanged in September if inflation data continued to cool over the next 2 weeks. All 3 major U.S. stock indexes rose more than 1%, while Treasury yields retreated. Rate-hike expectations were marked down, but rising oil prices and the fiscal deficit continued to intensify bond-selling pressure.
[Yuen Chi-fung column] Trading in China and Hong Kong stocks hits a new phase low
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Trading volumes in the Chinese and Hong Kong stock markets have declined in stages, reflecting weak investor sentiment. Pharmaceutical and mainland property stocks stood out with gains against the broader market, while major IT stocks fell.
Good morning, World | On Armed Forces Day, President Lai says military, civil service and public-school employees will all receive a 4% pay raise next year
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Expenditure budget: NT$607.63 billion
NT$101.4 billion in subsidies for 中油 to freeze or slow increases in gasoline, diesel and natural gas prices
NT$8.4 billion in subsidies for 中油 and 台塑 to freeze or slow increases in household liquefied petroleum gas prices
NT$71.1 billion in subsidies for 台電 to freeze electricity price increases
NT$233.8 billion in capital injections
Additional defense budget: A total of NT$145.7 billion, including weapons procurement to enhance defense capabilities and allowances for combat troops
NT$13 billion for 7 items, including a medium-range counter-tactical ballistic missile system
NT$55.9 billion for 3 items, including coastal surveillance drones