【Head office relocation】Reuse industry company 株式会社タイムレス consolidates all locations at a new base featuring one of Japan’s largest BtoB auction venues, the TOC (Tokyo Wholesale Center) Front Building, on November 9, 2026
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
One of Japan’s largest BtoB auctions, handling approximately 350,000 items annually
Operates 41 stores in department stores nationwide
【Media coverage inquiries welcome】~The arm moves. Love moves.~ “Kurecon.” to be held October 4: crane game arcade エブリデイ and 桶川市商工会青年部 revitalize the community with “crane games × matchmaking”!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
Number of participants: 60 total (30 men / 30 women)
【Monthly report】The 3 conditions for being selected in AI search are “readable, answerable and memorable” — report on AI search industry trends for September 2026 released
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
In Japan, 52.3% of people use generative AI for searches, the first time the figure has exceeded half since the survey began
Search engine usage also remains high at 86.9%
Of AI Overviews citations, 69.3% come from “blocks within the body” rather than the introductory lead
66.4% use generative AI to gather information and compare options in BtoB purchasing
Queue株式会社 to exhibit AI search optimization service “umoren.ai” at “AI-PAX 2026 Osaka” — presenting GEO and LLMO (AI SEO) strategies at the first AI applications exhibition in the Kansai area
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
More than 100 companies have adopted the service
Average improvement in AI citations: +460%
Web searches occur in 93.1% of AI responses
OriginalAIは1つの質問の裏で最大33回検索
35,482 pieces of real-world data, among the largest datasets in Japan
【Free admission】Solving local challenges through the power of connection. The Tokyo Junior Chamber will hold its October meeting, “TOKYO CONNECT — The Power to Connect Communities,” on Friday, October 9
Turning the connections forged through support for areas affected by the Kumamoto earthquake into further action. ぎょうざのりさ partners with 14 beauty brands to provide prizes for a community event in Hikawa Town
“SHOHEI OHTANI × IMAYO” official collaboration jewelry, 2025-2026 edition, now available for popular made-to-order sales at the IMAYO official online shop and elsewhere
Tebiki opens Osaka office, strengthening on-site digital transformation support and recruitment in Osaka, Japan’s No. 1 prefecture for the number of manufacturing establishments
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
Osaka Prefecture has 17,995 manufacturing establishments
surpassing Aichi Prefecture, with 17,695 establishments
Together with Hyogo Prefecture, which has 8,385 establishments
Consolidating charging locations for inspection terminals, measuring equipment and power tools: accepting orders for the “Charging Locker” for building maintenance businesses
Yo Oizumi, Sairi Ito and Tomohisa Yamashita share their passion for “Our Hakone Ekiden”; a full relationship chart makes this the one guide to fall dramas! The Digital TV Guide November issue, featuring the ultimate terrestrial, BS and CS program schedule, goes on sale today
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
Special price: 750 yen
18 actors playing student runners appear all at once
Experience HYROX in a hypoxic environment with Japanese representative and athlete 中村航. Following popular demand, the 2nd event will be held on Saturday, October 17, in Shimokitazawa, Tokyo | High Altitude HYROX flagship store
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
Hypoxic environment equivalent to an altitude of 2,500m
[キャンメイク] Actress Nanoha Hara becomes “Hanasaki Kananoka-san,” making everyone smile?! Her cute singing voice also takes center stage in the new TV commercial “Hanasaki Kananoka-san”篇, airing nationwide from October 1, 2026 (Thursday)!
Fujiya Heart Series launches “Heart Cookies (Strawberry Chocolate)”! The 4th commercial, “Delivering the Magic of Hearts!,” starring professional golfer Nana Suganuma, is now complete
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
On sale nationwide Tuesday, September 29, 2026
Declared net quantity: 8 pieces (individually wrapped.)
Launch date: September 15, 2026 (Tuesday); nationwide release
Declared net quantity: 12 pieces (individually wrapped.)
Mio Imada and Ryohei Suzuki appear together as voice actors! Nichirei releases new TV commercial for “Authentic Fried Rice®” & “Tokukara®” (tray-packed), titled “What a wonderful encounter.”
Ano appointed as ambassador for a smartphone game for the first time, taking the throne as “king” in a crown and cape. New commercial for smartphone game “Kitakita Ousama,” “The King’s Incredible Luck”篇, released September 24, 2026 (Thursday)
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
More than 100 combinations are generated for each 1 play
Each 1 play takes about 3 minutes
A campaign offering 1 million yen
September 24, 2026 (Thursday)–September 30, 2026 (Wednesday), 12:00
September 24, 2026–October 1
Companies mentioned:EFUN COMPANY LIMITED、TOY’S FACTORY、KADOKAWA
The second-season Blu-ray series of the classic sword-fighting fantasy anime “From Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman,” which has surpassed 11 million copies in total circulation, is set for release!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
Surpassed 11 million copies in total circulation
Achieved Top 10 rankings on Prime Video in more than 45 countries and regions worldwide
The eagerly awaited “Merupuchi Selection Battle 2026 FINAL” is here! With 800 fans watching in a packed venue, the 4 next-generation breakout stars have finally been chosen!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
OriginalYouTube チャンネルの累計視聴回数は 7.1 億回を突破しており
YouTube channel “Merupuchi” (434,000 subscribers as of July 2026)
“ABEMA Premium,” 1,180 yen per month (tax included)
“ABEMA Premium with Ads,” 680 yen per month (tax included)
[Ehime, Matsuyama] “CARE LOUNGE Vol.4” held with 26 disability welfare providers and 34 participants, exploring the future of disability welfare in the community
【TAC public service exam】Former deputy ward mayor and recruitment officer share insights! Free online guidance on switching to a government job from the private sector on 9/30 (Wed)
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
Original2026年9月30日(水)19:00よりオンライン無料ガイダンスを開催いたします
September 30, 2026 (Wed), 19:00–20:15
In addition to more than 20 years of management experience
Queue株式会社, the only Japanese company to attend “BrightonSEO San Diego 2026” in the United States. Results achieved on site and the latest trends in the AI search market
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
6 contracts secured
More than 40 qualified leads acquired
Implementation data from more than 100 companies
Average improvement in AI citations: +460%
Companies mentioned:Queue株式会社、BrightonSEO San Diego 2026、umoren.ai、ChatGPT、Gemini、Google AI Overviews、Perplexity
An introductory book on learning Myanmar through its script and pronunciation. “A Book That Makes It Incredibly Easy to Speak Myanmar in 1 Week” goes on sale Thursday, September 24
So many people are saying, “I want to make another one!” A “favorite color” natural gemstone workshop, with some attendees returning during the event, will be held again Sept. 25–27
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
We have decided to add an additional workshop at our own sales event from Sept. 25 (Fri.) to 27 (Sun.), 2026.
■ ¥1,000 course
■ ¥1,500 course
■ ¥2,000 course
■ ¥4,000 full set course
Participation fee: 1,500 yen
We have now visited 28 prefectures (Hokkaido, Yamagata Prefecture, Akita Prefecture, Miyagi Prefecture, Niigata Prefecture, Tochigi Prefecture, Gunma Prefecture, Saitama Prefecture, Tokyo, Kanagawa Prefecture, Chiba Prefecture, Yamanashi Prefecture, Nagano Prefecture, Shizuoka Prefecture, Ishikawa Prefecture, Aichi Prefecture, Kyoto Prefecture, Osaka Prefecture, Hyogo Prefecture, Okayama Prefecture, Hiroshima Prefecture, Yamaguchi Prefecture, Kochi Prefecture, Ehime Prefecture, Fukuoka Prefecture, Kumamoto Prefecture, Kagoshima Prefecture and Okinawa Prefecture; based on our own research).
There are currently approximately 800 products listed.
Original1石あたり2~300円の宝石もあり
At 東洋ルース, each time we offer more than 10,000 items
A “Halloween Fair 2026” featuring approximately 300 real pumpkins! Children and adults alike will be delighted and exclaim, “How cute!” A one-of-a-kind photo spot is coming to Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens, blending into the autumn garden scenery.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
About 400 meters above sea level
About 200 varieties and 75,000 plants of herbs and flowers, changing with the seasons
AI image-editing software “HitPaw FotorPea” updated to Ver.5.7.0! Adds support for “image-to-image” with GPT Image 2.5, as well as AI reframing, skin beautification and 4K output
[First in Japan※] A “5-story, all-timber CLT building” is under construction in Fukuoka. Structural tours to be held jointly with 福岡県 on Nov. 18 and 26
Where is design headed in the age of AI? X Design Forum to be held under the theme “Creating the Future Through Design.” Amid discussion of whether designers are becoming unnecessary, the forum will explore how design can transform people, organizations and society.
“A school that teaches neither exam preparation nor studying,” 探究学舎, to open its Jiyugaoka campus in November 2026! Registration opens for free parent-child trial sessions and information meetings in October
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
Enrollment procedures for classes starting in November will open on Oct. 1 (Thu.), 2026
Enrollment fee: 22,000 yen (tax included)
Monthly tuition: ¥19,800 (tax included)
We have brought the joy of learning to more than 10,000 children a year
[Zero stress from crowded cafes] Get a private study of your own. A luxury private office with unlimited freshly ground drinks, 5 minutes from Gifu-Hashima Station, opens with introductory rates from ¥2,500
[For food and daily-goods manufacturers] “Top SCM Study Group Free Information Session” to be held online on Sept. 29 (Tue.) and Oct. 6 (Tue.), 2026 | Funai Research Institute Supply Chain Consulting
“OTOKO NO PILATES,” a new men-only brand from “La pilates,” which operates more than 110 locations nationwide, is launching! Grand opening in Ebisu on Sept. 25
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
The 1st OTOKO NO PILATES location will grand-open in Ebisu on Sept. 25 (Fri.), 2026.
Try it for a limited time at ¥3,000 (tax included), instead of the regular price of ¥14,000 (tax included).
[Episode 1 available free] Episode 1 of “The War of the Worlds [Dubbed Version],” a ¥1.2 billion blockbuster bringing the landmark British science fiction novel to life with cutting-edge visuals, available free for a limited time on YouTube!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
Production budget: ¥1.2 billion
Companies mentioned:Mammoth Screen Limited、ITV Studios Global Entertainment、Prime Video、シネフィルWOWOWプラス、Amazon Prime Video