Works fast when you’re struggling! “The Complete Guide to Mental Maintenance: Read Your Way to Better Mental and Physical Health,” an “instant remedy” in book form for self-care, goes on sale October 16! The series has sold 2.11 million copies worldwide; its author is psychologist and clinical psychologist ジュリー・スミス.
ファンケル to launch “Madoi STORY Came Out of Nowhere: Check Your Madoi,” a web feature exploring uncertainty about age-related changes, on September 16, 2026 (Wednesday)
ファンケル survey examines uncertainty about age-related changes in the mind, body and appearance: Is “四十にして惑わず” really true? Women’s uncertainty increases in their 40s and tends to peak in their 50s
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1,200 men and women aged 30–69 nationwide
People in their 50s had the highest figures for many items
Of those who selected at least 1 health issue, 55.0% had never consulted a medical institution, sought care or received treatment for any of the issues they selected
A 9-hour J-WAVE special exploring timeless “classical” music, featuring a conversation between Hayato Sumino and Marihiko Hara, another between Seiji Kameda and Seiya Kamei, and JO1’s Ren Kawashiri discussing dance music
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Original program bags to be given away to 20 people
[Reprint decided just 1 month after publication‼] Limited purchase bonus for “Why I Left My 11 Million Yen Salary After Graduating from the University of Tokyo to Start Embroidering”: a “King Chihuahua” embroidered sticker
When autumn arrives, does Watermelon Bar turn into a chocolate bar!? A friend of that Watermelon Bar makes an appearance! The autumn-winter limited-edition “Chocolate & Vanilla Bar” launches nationwide on Monday, September 28
Demand for one-stop service exceeds 80%! With separate points of contact for purchases and renovations, 77.2% are concerned about “hassle and discrepancies in information”
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77.2% said they were concerned about “hassle and discrepancies in information” when points of contact are separate
It was also found that 54.0% feel that having separate places to consult is “something they want to avoid or find burdensome.”
“The condition of the property (concerns about unseen aspects such as the structure, leaks and earthquake resistance)” accounted for 55.2%.
“The total cost, including renovations, cannot be estimated in advance” accounted for 42.6%
“The complexity of financial planning, including home and renovation loans” accounted for 18.6%
“Not knowing how to choose a real estate company or renovation company” accounted for 18.2%
“Nothing in particular worries me” came to just 7.8%
[What makes a wedding venue worth recommending?] Food (45.5%) and access (42.0%) top the list! A special, out-of-the-ordinary atmosphere is also essential
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“High quality food and drinks”
“Convenient access and transportation”
“Wonderful scenery and location”
“A pleasant atmosphere in the chapel and wedding venue”
Miki Sumiyoshi to host first-ever fan meeting for Blue Ocean! “Blue Ocean 15th Anniversary: First Fan Meeting — There’s a Lot Going On, But Let’s Keep Doing Our Best Together!”
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This year marks the 15th year since Miki Sumiyoshi became the host of Blue Ocean
A seminar titled “Grid-Scale Batteries for Low-Voltage Systems and the VPP Business [Fundamentals]” will be held on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, led by Kenji Eda, president and CEO of RAUL Co., Ltd. and director of the エネルギー情報センター (Energy Information Center).
Free access to the full text! A 3-day limited campaign offering the entire “The Real Identity of Physical AI” before its release starts Wednesday, September 16
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Page count: 344 pages
List price: 2,200 yen (base price 2,000 yen + 10% tax)
[Japan’s first]* AI × herbal medicines to forcefully shut down nighttime thoughts. 株式会社MUKA launches advance reservations on CAMPFIRE for BAKU DROPS, a precision-rest platform
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Grand opening in March 2027
Advance reservations for a limited starter kit will open on the crowdfunding site CAMPFIRE starting in October 2026
3 types of liquid, each 20 ml, corresponding to the “First Reset,” “Core Down” and “Reboot” phases
[85th anniversary] Jigsaw puzzles featuring art from Curious George, which sold out at the exhibition, go on sale to the public from mid-September 2026!
[bb.q Olive Chicken] One more reason to enjoy choosing! A new flavor with an addictive crunchy texture: “Chakuchaku Garlic,” featuring sweet-and-savory garlic and crunchy flakes
[JAF Chiba] Good news for anyone who struggles with parking! Practice parking in your own car at a driving seminar focused on parking
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A Drivers Seminar practical driving session, Parking Course, will be held on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at the JAF Chiba North Base in Hanamigawa Ward, Chiba City.
Capacity: 3 participants per session (riding along during the lesson is not permitted)
南葛SC returns to its home ground in Okuto for the first time in 1 year! “WE ARE Katsushika-dei!” to be held at the first match since the natural grass was renewed
[社会保険労務士法人みらいパートナーズ] Group company 株式会社リンク＆サポート executive director 德丸宏美 to speak at an online seminar on customer harassment prevention for pharmacies!
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“Customer harassment (kasuhara) prevention measures” will become mandatory effective October 1, 2026, under the amended Act on Comprehensive Promotion of Labor Policies.
Transfer admissions agency Beyond Japan signs a partnership agreement with クラクモ株式会社 to strengthen preparation for English-language tests required for study abroad
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Has produced successful applicants to all 22 schools
Total scholarships received has reached approximately 82 million yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社Beyond Japan、クラクモ株式会社、Duolingo English Test、ペンシルベニア大学、コロンビア大学、カリフォルニア大学バークレー校、カリフォルニア大学ロサンゼルス校
Newton Fest, a major event connecting people across a wide range of cutting-edge scientific fields, with science magazine “Newton” at its heart, announces its lecture topics and detailed schedule (free admission; held at Shibuya Hikarie on Sep. 25 and 26)
Kumamoto, Chiba, Fukui, Nagoya… The No. 1 problem people face in recurring natural disasters across Japan is “toilets.” A report on the “unchanging reality”
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Temporary toilets reached just 34% of municipalities within 3 days
It has been reported that it took as long as 65 days in the municipality where it took the longest
“Toilets” at 69.8%
“Cold” also reached 43.4%
Reports say that only 20% of people stock “portable or simple toilets” at home
[Live online seminar/ZOOM] Seminar on “Fundamentals of Semiconductor Packaging, Quality Control and the Latest Trends” on November 5 (Thu); hosted by CMC Research Co., Ltd.
[阪神梅田本店] “A First Taste of Chinese Tea and Snacks 2026” invites visitors to enjoy the profound world of Chinese tea with beautiful teaware and a variety of treats.
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Longjing Coconut Iced Tea (1 cup) 1,980 yen
Osmanthus Pu'er Americano (1 cup) 1,650 yen
Zijuan Sandalwood Parfait (1 serving) 2,530 yen
Night Breeze, Flowing Fire Parfait (1 serving) 2,530 yen
For those who don’t want to make the wrong choice when selecting a restaurant for business entertainment or a dinner meeting. 和牛すき焼 そしじ Kitashinchi branch to hold its first lunch tasting event, allowing guests to preview the meal before the big day.
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■ Seats: 11
Up to 4 people
Original・ご予算：15,000～20,000円／1名様
・Sukiyaki [sirloin] course, 7 dishes, 9,240 yen (tax included)
・Sukiyaki [Tenderloin] Course, 7 items, 10,970 yen (tax included)
・Sukiyaki [Premium Tenderloin] Course, 7 items, 12,700 yen (tax included)
Original・特へれステーキたれ焼き（シャトーブリアン）１名様9,818円 (税込)
・Meat-Grilling Course (tenderloin), 7 items, 10,970 yen (tax included)
[Survey Report] The gender gap in STEM: What about at home? 69% of parents want their daughters to learn programming, while only 27% of children are interested in IT and STEM
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76% of parents feel the gender gap in STEM is a problem
31% of parents said they themselves hold preconceptions such as “science and IT are for boys”
27% of parents said their children have shown an interest in IT and STEM fields
After viewing griteen’s website, 69% of parents said they would like their daughters to try programming education designed for girls
In Japan, women account for just 16% of students in the university fields of “engineering, manufacturing and construction”
[Speaking on 9/24] AI brings the customers you really want to reach by the shortest route. A look at strategies for optimizing BtoB lead generation through LLMO and branding
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89% of BtoB buyers use generative AI during the purchasing process
[Employee benefits] I-Furans holds its 75th grape-picking and luxury yakiniku bus tour in Yamanashi, hosted by the chairman. What dream did the chairman share on the lavish tour?
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The chairman treated each employee to additional orders worth up to 2,000 yen on the spot
They were also treated to an assortment of premium Japanese beef costing over 60,000 yen per boat
Sales exceeded 210 billion yen
Year-on-year growth rate of 219%
Paid leave utilization rate: 85.7%
1 in 4 sales employees earn more than 10 million yen a year
[TV and video coverage welcome] The “warm Mont Blanc,” which sold out in just 1 week last year, is back! A new kind of dessert you “warm in the microwave”: “Okashi Naimo” — Ishikawa-grown “Goro Island Kintoki” sweet potatoes × rich cheesecake × Japanese chestnut Mont Blanc
Mino Drive to speak — Offers to hold webinar on October 6: “Before You Write Code with AI, Have You Properly Defined the Requirements? Rethinking Domain-Driven Design with Mino Drive”
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Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 19:00–20:00 (live stream)
An agricultural greenhouse becomes an art space: Imabari’s Yuri Tanaka, a third-grade elementary school student, holds her first solo exhibition, “Yuri’s Forest and Camping: The Cheerful Friends of the Greenhouse”
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25 sculptural works
25 sketches
Starting in fiscal 2025
December 19–24, 2026
Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays from March 6 to 15, 2027
“Rent” is the catalyst for building a home, while “natural” is the ideal style: Survey of 565 prospective homebuilders in Shizuoka Prefecture finds homebuyers prioritize comfort
AGEST launches “SBOM Archi” in the United States and the United Kingdom with group companies LogiGear and DWS to strengthen software supply chain security and support compliance with the EU CRA
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The reporting obligations under the EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) apply on September 11, 2026
SBOM Archi will be available in the United States through LogiGear starting September 15, 2026, and in the United Kingdom through DWS starting September 16, 2026
Organizations that register during the promotion period can use full access free of charge through November 30, 2026
Companies mentioned：AGEST、LogiGear、DWS、Developing World System Limited、LOGIGEAR CORPORATION
At a place where a 500-year-old human-pillar legend remains, a story of 60 years of landslides unfolds. Symposium “Discussing the Appeal of Matsunoyama” to be held on September 17, 2026, in Matsunoyama, Tokamachi, Niigata Prefecture
Webinar to be held on the theme “Are Microsoft 365’s standard security measures enough? ‘AI hijacking’ in which AI leaks confidential information based on instructions embedded in email”
First location in Shizuoka Prefecture! “パンとエスプレッソと匠宿” opens as a new dining destination at Takumishuku! New store from popular bakery “パンとエスプレッソと,” which operates more than 45 locations nationwide, to grand-open on Saturday, October 24 | Shizuoka, Sunpu’s Takumishuku
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Operates more than 45 locations nationwide
11 Shizuoka-exclusive menu items
The first 100 customers will receive 1 drip coffee bag
[Minami Ward, Sagamihara] Yosakoi dancing brings color to the city! The 24th Sagamihara Yosakoi RANBU!, a harbinger of autumn in Sagamihara, will be held on Sunday, September 20
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A total of 37 teams from inside and outside the city
Approximately 750 participants in total
Approximately 65,000 people from inside and outside the city