【Hakodate Yunokawa Onsen Umi to Akari】A luxurious “Sushi, Tempura & Bubbly” lunch buffet! A special lunch buffet featuring freshly made sushi and freshly fried tempura prepared before your eyes, plus 3 varieties of wine, will be held for 2 days only, September 19 and 20.
“KLP塾2026” launches, kicking off next-generation leadership development in earnest. Osaka Governor Hirofumi Yoshimura and program head Hiroshi Mizohata will speak at the 1st and 2nd sessions, respectively.
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With an eye toward the opening of the Osaka IR in 2030 and the legacy of the Osaka-Kansai Expo
【New store】Iifuran opens 「高価買取おたからや 八女広川店(国道3号線沿い)」 in Yame District, Fukuoka Prefecture! Opening Monday, September 14, 2026! For appraisals and purchases of gold, watches, brand-name bags and more, visit “Otakaraya”!
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More than 1,990 stores worldwide
High rating rate 96.2%
Overseas-made gold bullion, 1kg: 30,002,000 yen
Accessories found at a family home (K18, 238.9 g): ¥5,368,400
From in-depth Kampo consultations to convenient Japanese herbal products. Kampo specialty store 「ニホンドウ漢方ブティック 自由が丘ミューズスクエア店」 opens Thursday, September 17, 2026
AIdeaLab launches “AI Call Center-kun,” Japan’s first AI call-answering service to adopt GPT-Live, with natural responses to backchannels and interruptions
YES GOOD MARKET 2026 | 3rd round of details revealed! Flea market themed around “bonds” that connect stories confirmed, with special interviews featuring first-time vendors being released one after another
Companies mentioned：YES GOOD MARKET、株式会社アーバンリサーチ、SEE SEE、京都市、PERK magazine、mult、goodthing、GASS、This is a(n)、TOKINOHA、BUILT NOT BOUGHT、ESPO、BOKU HA TANOSII、Chillmatic
September 19 is “A Day to Consider Parental Leave”: Spice Factory receives “TOKYO PAPA IKUGYO Promotion Company Gold” certification
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Average leave taken: 88.8 days
Male employees eligible for parental leave (male employees whose spouses gave birth): 5
Male employees who took parental leave (among those eligible above, the number who had taken a total of at least 15 days of leave by the application date): 5
A record-high 174 companies and organizations endorsed the “IKUKYU. PJT” project promoting consideration of paternity leave in 2025
An open recording of “315 Pro Night! Special Edition,” the official web radio show featuring voice actors including Takanari Kikuchi from “THE IDOLM@STER SideM,” has been announced!
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Date: December 12, 2026
Price: 2,750 yen (tax included)
Companies mentioned：株式会社アニメイト、Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.、315プロダクション
[Latest au PAY マーケット survey] 2 in 3 mothers of elementary school students have “secret stash points”! The average balance is about 42,000 points, and more than half of those who have secretly treated themselves say they do so “more often” amid rising prices
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The survey found that 66.5% of mothers with elementary school children have “secret stash points” hidden from their spouses.
Secret stash points are used in two main ways: “treating myself (44.4%)” and “supplementing household expenses (43.6%).”
36.3% of mothers have secretly treated themselves to purchases through e-commerce!
Among mothers who have secretly treated themselves since prices began rising, more than half (51.8%) said the practice had “increased a lot (12.5%)” or “increased a little (39.3%).”
The official release date for the new smartphone game “BanG Dream! Our Notes” has been set for Thu., Sept. 24, 2026! The latest news has been unveiled all at once, including a refreshed key visual and cover songs added on 5 consecutive days!
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The official release date has been set for Thu., Sept. 24, 2026
A rich story with a total runtime of approximately 24 hours
New service “IONIC” officially launches to address the decline of 1-on-1 meetings and the burden on managers! Visualizes organizational communication structures through the involvement of career consultants. Special pricing plan available to the first 5 companies only i-テクセンス合同会社
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It has been adopted by 57.7% of companies with 100–699 employees and 75.7% of companies with 3,000 or more employees
60.5% of adopting companies said they had “introduced it within the past 3 years”
47.3% (approximately 1 in 3 people) have not experienced any benefits
Insufficient interview skills among supervisors (47.2%)
“Treats” made by a pastry chef for people who live and work in the city. neu by sarkara, a new brand from Sangenjaya’s sarkara (サルカラ), opens at Tokyo Station on Sept. 16
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Opens Wed., Sept. 16, 2026
Originalミルクスコーン 1個600円（税込）
Originalバナナブレッド 1個780円（税込）
Originalブラックベリーブラウニー 1個650円（税込）
Confiture, ¥1,280 each (tax included)
PRALINE Hazelnut & Salt, ¥2,160 (tax included)
Originalキューブショコラ 1袋1,380円（税込）
Originalsarkaraプチサブレ 1袋1,380円（税込）
Originalパルミエ 1袋1,380円（税込）
Originalメープルドーム 1袋1,380円（税込）
4 pieces ¥2,380
6 pieces ¥3,260
Companies mentioned：sarkara、neu by sarkara、グランスタ東京、JR東日本東京駅
“Removing plating, by choice.” A plating manufacturer founded 104 years ago unveils 3 new colors for its previous wall clock, which received over 1,800% of its target in backing
Ichibanboshi, a farm-direct market in Takanezawa, Tochigi Prefecture, launches “いちばんぼしの瑞穂だより,” a new rice sales website delivering new-crop rice from Tochigi Prefecture nationwide
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This farm-direct market opened in April 2026 inside the roadside station Takanezawa “Genki Appumura.”
Kyoto-born “THE URAh”: a varsity jacket crafted by artisans from 4 regions of Japan—plain black on the outside, bringing the value of “ura-masari” to the modern era by placing it on the inside
[30th anniversary] Packed with special events to show our gratitude! “Nishinomiya Sake Gura Renaissance and Food Fair,” bringing together 8 breweries in Nishinomiya
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Limited to the first 800 items
500 yen per 1 item
Approximately 30 local restaurants and food trucks
Curators from the Whitney Biennial, ポンピドゥー・センター and シカゴ美術館 gather in Tokyo. T3 announces the lineup for its talk program
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From Oct. 3 (Sat.) to Oct. 26 (Mon.), 2026
Over 3 days
A total of 9 programs
Planned for 2027
Companies mentioned：ホイットニー美術館、ポンピドゥー・センター、シカゴ美術館、MEP、TOFROM YAESU TOWER、東京ミッドタウン八重洲、一般社団法人 TOKYO INSTITUTE of PHOTOGRAPHY、株式会社シー・エム・エス、T3 PHOTO FESTIVAL TOKYO 実行委員会、Artlas
[2026 Edition] Survey on the State of Video Marketing in the Real Estate Industry | “Property introduction and room tour videos” are the most planned productions for the next fiscal year and beyond
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59.0% said video had been effective in the real estate industry
“Property introduction and room tour videos” at 39.5%
“Increase in inquiries and customer responses” at 49.2%
The 3rd PJ Pickleball Championships 2026 in Japan, presented by ZIPAIR & KENEDIX, kicks off in Ariake on Dec. 7. Japan’s first PPA Asia 125 event will be held at the same time!
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Approximately 2,000 players from around the world are expected to participate
A total of 60 courts
24 are indoor courts, a first for the tournament
Total prize money and prizes exceed 15 million yen
Yoshinogawa, a long-established sake brewery founded in Tenbun 17, adopts SBIトレーサビリティ株式会社’s “SHIMENAWA” to certify the authenticity of its premium brands and provide product stories
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A history spanning more than 470 years
Founded in Tenbun 17 (1548)
Companies mentioned：SBIトレーサビリティ株式会社、吉乃川株式会社、株式会社Uni Tag
Breaking the unreasonable cycle of “unavailable appointments and high prices”: GOCUT, Japan’s first* casual mobile grooming service specializing in haircuts, launches
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Know-how cultivated through providing more than 800 services to date
A “future” was set in motion in an underground shelter as air-raid sirens sounded. Nakayoshi Gakuen launches the “Nakayoshi Railway: Ukraine Future City-Building Project”
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According to UNICEF’s June 2026 report, more than 3,600 children have been killed or injured since February 2022
[Must-attend seminar for HR and executives] “Thinking you understand” is undermining your company: How to develop employees with skills that are truly useful on the job in the generative AI era
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68.2% of business professionals who use generative AI said, “The more I rely on AI, the harder it is to develop my own ability to think”
70.9% said AI made them “think they understood, but later they couldn’t explain it or apply it at work”
83.4% of HR and training managers cannot measure training effectiveness in terms of “improvements in critical thinking and judgment”
More than 1 million companies in 203 countries and regions worldwide
About 80% of Sharefull users feel uneasy when using spot-work services; introducing safety and security initiatives in response to demand for a “support system”
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“I have no particular concerns” accounted for 21.5%, while the remaining approximately 80% cited at least one concern.
“Clarity of compensation and working conditions” ranked highest at 40.3%.
“Reliability of the operating company” came in at 36.6%.
“Support system” followed at 30.1%.
“Support system” ranked highest at 44.6%.
“Measures against suspicious job postings” came in at 40.9%.
“Comprehensive information about workplaces” came in at 36.1%.
“Support system in the event of trouble” ranked highest at 35.7%.
“Being caught up in suspicious job postings or incidents” came in at 29.3%.
“Whether wages will be paid properly” came in at 23.4%.
“Predia Kobe Maiko Residence,” a large-scale residence with a total of 350 homes overlooking the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, completed; on-site model room GRAND OPEN on Sep. 19 (Sat.)
長野県下條村: “Building an inn in a village that is not a tourist destination”—a challenge to create new flows of people in the region, starting with a 110-year-old vacant house
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A 110-year-old traditional house
Original1日1組限定の宿泊施設
DIY in September 2026, pre-opening in December, and full opening in spring 2027
The facility can accommodate a maximum of 8 guests.
“From an era when people adapted to their environments to one when environments adapt to people”: YY Solutions announces spatial-experience brand “CALMU”
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Respondents said walls and ambience affect their work style and mood
Respondents were positive about walls that change color
Respondents said color-changing walls affect their motivation to work
Respondents said they would accept additional charges for spatial design
During Silver Week, the apparel brand 黒澤衣裳, created by an active costume designer, will hold a pop-up in Daikanyama! Original costume design drawings will also be on display!
Awaken dry skin! The “Mariana Moisture Skin Lotion” is here to leave skin dewy and supple, using advanced penetration technology that glides onto skin after cleansing!
[Sept. 18 (Fri.)–Oct. 7 (Wed.)] “Hanshin-kita SDGs Project” to collect reusable children’s goods and food donations!
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The above 13 locations are open to drop-offs by anyone.
Collection boxes installed at 10 locations, including elementary and junior high schools, nursery schools, and children’s centers in Itami, Kawanishi, and Amagasaki
Collection period: Friday, September 18, Reiwa 8, through Wednesday, October 7
“Hanshin-kita SDGs Festival” (organized by 阪神北県民局); Date and time: Sunday, November 15, Reiwa 8, from 10:00 to 16:00
Curly Me, a pioneering hair-care brand that helps people embrace their natural curls, holds “Kurukuru Party 2026,” bringing together approximately 100 people with naturally curly hair
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Approximately 100 participants gathered
September 6 designated as Curly Hair Day, inspired by the wordplay “kurukuru (9696)”
[New store opening in Umemoridai, Nisshin, Aichi Prefecture] Limited quantities! The popular yakiniku restaurant 焼肉ホルモン富士 日進店, offering marbled fresh beef tongue for 899 yen and draft beer for 199 yen anytime, grand opens on Friday, October 2, 2026!
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Cashback totaling 5 million yen
A long-established rice shop founded 100 years ago
『幽☆遊☆白書』's Kurama takes on the role of special instructor to guide you to beautiful hair! First-ever collaboration with プレミオール, “Kurama’s Beautiful Hair Guide Academy,” launches on September 14, 2026 (Monday!
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No. 1 in domestic sales of hair treatment counseling
Cumulative number of units sold in the Hair Essence Series
A luxurious bonus set envied even in the Demon World. Price: 3,980 yen (tax included)
Purchase at least 2,500 yen (tax included) worth of eligible products (*3)
[500 winners in total] will be entered in a drawing to win Kurama and Yoko Kurama original illustrated merchandise or a scalp brush set!
[10 winners in total] will be entered in a drawing to win an original Kurama and Yoko Kurama hairbrush!
[Oisix Niigata] Season finale to be held during the Lotte series from 9/25-27 — Numerous special events, including retirement ceremonies for players Katsuki Matayoshi and Dai-Kang Yang, plus live acoustic performances by Shukatsu Club
Autumn and winter accessories to enjoy with your favorite textiles, now at a great price! Wpc. ONLINE STORE offers a 10% OFF coupon when you buy 2 items
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10% OFF
September 14, 2026 (Monday)–September 24 (Thursday)
A new tourism service that fits snugly in a drink holder: “Sounds Good TO GO” lets you fill up on nuts and snacks to create your own travel mix, available on holidays only
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Original価格は1杯1,600円（税込）
Choose and combine freely from approximately 30 types of bulk products
Simply choose your favorites from approximately 15 varieties and take as much as you like
An original 8-ounce cup (approximately 237 ml) will be provided
Companies mentioned：株式会社SOMETHING、Sounds Good organic、LIVES CHOCOLATE、RAW BAHALU CHOCOLATE
Passing on naturally harvested suji aonori to the next generation as production areas decline nationwide: Yoshino River fishers in Tokushima launch “香乃幸” nationwide
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The prefectural fisheries federation recorded sales of 22 tons in fiscal 2025
The previous fiscal year, when the total exceeded 60 tons
Approximately 2,000 people experienced it last year, and a record 50 businesses are participating this year! Tsuyama Machihaku—Tsuyama Citywide Experience Expo 2026—a hands-on event to enjoy Tsuyama’s history, culture, food and more throughout the city
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A record 50 businesses are participating this year
For people struggling with the “bath-canceling” trend that’s buzzing on social media: next-generation dry shampoo FUROCAN launches to reset scalp conditions on days you can’t wash your hair
Do companies grow more when their executives review trial balances? “Prepared monthly” was reported by 18.6% of companies with annual sales under ¥30 million, compared with 80.0% of those with annual sales of ¥300 million–¥500 million
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80.0% of companies with annual sales of ¥300 million–¥500 million
83.8% of companies with annual sales of ¥3 billion or more
49.7% of companies with annual sales under ¥30 million
94.9% of companies with annual sales of ¥1 billion–¥3 billion
Checking performance, including sales and profits: 73.1%
Checking and forecasting cash flow: 33.4%
Submissions to financial institutions and consideration of financing: 24.3%
Hiring, staffing and labor cost decisions: 19.9%
Capital investment decisions: 18.6%
Price increase and pricing decisions: 17.6%
Reviewing profitability by product and customer: 13.7%
3DCG live production company Colorful Palette ENCORE handles planning, development and production of the “Spectacle Sphere Live” in the Ensemble Stars!! Bright me up!! app
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The first performance, “HOT BEAT REVOLUTION!!,” was held in the Ensemble Stars!! Music app on Saturday, September 12, 2026.
The second SpeLive performance is scheduled for spring 2027, and the third for fall of the same year.
Being “different” is a talent. Two talents will debut on Monday, September 14, 2026, from VTuber agency くえにこ! after its VTuber discovery audition, the “Heterodox Reincarnation Project”!