Hong Kong media: White House state dinner list confirms 中共中央警衛局 chief 周洪許 also serves as deputy director of the General Office of the Chinese Communist Party Central Committee
株式会社FHW exchanges views with Kagawa Prefecture officials in Taiwan, exploring Japan-Taiwan exchanges through traditional Chinese medicine, olive leaves and golf, and the potential to develop new sales channels
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Overall length: 7,302 yards
Designed in 1977 by Japanese architect Hiroshi Watanabe
Popular voice actors gather at Arita Station on 松浦鉄道! Press conference held for the anime “Tetsuryo! meet with Tetsudō Musume,” set in Saga, Nagasaki and other locations!
Actor Ken Ishiguro, who turns 60 this year, and 9 people taking on dreams for the second half of their lives to appear; “3rd Coming-of-Age Ceremony” to be held for the first time at Roppongi Hills on October 1
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Actor Ken Ishiguro, who turned 60 this year
“International Day of Older Persons” on October 1, 2026
The “International Women’s Day | HAPPY WOMAN FESTA” has been held since 2017, marking its 10th anniversary in 2026
“Miss Seventeen,” a gateway to becoming a top model or popular actor, announces its 2026 winners! 4 new exclusive “Seventeen” models selected from 2,692 applicants!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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2,692 applicants
More than 1.2 million total social media followers
Uravation begins offering implementation services for AI search optimization (AIEO). It measures citation rates across 5 AI search engines and handles landing-page copy, structuring, distribution and weekly measurement to help clients get cited in answers
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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63.4% for Perplexity
20.8% for ChatGPT
17.1% for Google AI Overview
13.1% for Gemini
13.0% for Claude
Measurement report: ¥300,000
Implementation service: ¥500,000 initial fee
¥200,000 per month
AIEO training (in-house implementation): ¥400,000 per person
Companies mentioned：Uravation、ChatGPT、Gemini、Perplexity、Claude、Google AI Overview
[Event report] Rice harvesting experience held in Minamiaso Village, the water source area, as part of groundwater conservation efforts! “Minamiaso Village Rice Harvesting Experience Event 2026” to be held on September 26 (Sat.)!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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10th event
More than 1.5 million total social media followers
Shelf life is approximately 6 months from manufacture when unopened
51.8% of companies in Mie Prefecture face a shortage of full-time employees; ATIS × Central AX to hold an AI utilization seminar for business owners at 四日市商工会議所 on October 5
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Original定員は30社（1社3名まで）
227 cases nationwide
24.1% in Tokyo, Osaka Prefecture and Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture
6.0% in other regions
62.0% in other regions
35.5% in Tokyo, Osaka and Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture
Look closer: Kasumi Mori becomes ambassador for LINKA Crystal Mist and LINKA Sleek On! New commercial showcasing “cuteness” and “mature charm” to be released online from September 26 (Saturday)
“Youngest couple” became pregnant at 15 and married at 16: From postpartum depression and Ménière’s disease to annual sales of 4 billion yen after overcoming hardships following marriage! Entrepreneur Makiko Kawamura talks about how she became a high-powered career woman: “Talented women are being overlooked in Japan”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Annual sales are approximately 4 billion yen
Her basic salary at the time was 50 million yen a year
Her highest annual income was approximately 300 million yen
A talk session with former professional baseball player and commentator Daisuke Matsuzaka and Kazuhiko Sugawara of Alternative Wealth Strategy will be held on November 14 (Saturday), both at the venue and online!
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In-person attendance is limited to the first 30 people
Online: first 1,000 people
Venue: 5,500 yen (tax included)
Online: 2,200 yen (tax included)
Number of employees: 87 (including full-time and non-regular employees) [as of July 24, 2025]
A look at Yang Dai-kang's retirement ceremony! Mentor Masahiro Hiramatsu makes a surprise appearance, revealing the spirit passed on during his high school years
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Oisix新潟スワンズ held a retirement game and ceremony for Yang Dai-kang. His mentor, manager Masahiro Hiramatsu, made a surprise appearance, creating a moving moment. Yang made his final appearance as the leadoff hitter and center fielder.
Famous Taiwanese night market to shut down and be demolished! 27 years of memories gone, with “more than 100 vendors forced to leave”; vendors urgently form self-help group to petition
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Fuhua Night Market and Fuguo Road Evening Market in Yongkang, Tainan, are at risk of closing at the end of 2026 due to urban land readjustment. More than a hundred stallholders face threats to their livelihoods and have formed a self-help group to petition the city. The closures would deal a major blow to the local community and small businesses.
Nagoya Asian Games: Esports Puyo Puyo player Kuo Tzu-ang wins bronze, while Japan’s 11-year-old prodigy takes gold and sets a record
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
At the Nagoya Asian Games, Taiwan's Kuo Tzu-ang won bronze in the esports event Puyo Puyo, while 11-year-old Japanese player Yuki Kurihara won gold as the youngest champion in history. The performances of both players drew attention.
During the Mid-Autumn Festival holiday, accommodation bookings in Taiwan peaked, with Chiayi City leading at 82.07%. Demand was strong in the south, east and outlying islands, and use of high-speed rail and island routes also increased. The Tourism Administration noted a rise in flexible travel plans.
Taipei and Taichung lose out! Taiwan’s most popular domestic travel destination is praised for “cheap food, spectacular and stunning scenery”—so much fun you won’t want to leave
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
On the second day of the 4-day Mid-Autumn Festival and Teachers' Day holiday, Chiayi City ranked as Taiwan's top tourist destination, with an 82.07% hotel occupancy rate. Its food, culture and convenient transportation were key factors in its popularity.
Are young Americans no longer hostile toward Beijing? Poll reveals a “generation gap”: Gen Z sees China as a rival, not a mortal enemy
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A survey found that Generation Z in the United States is more likely to view China as an "opponent," but feels less hostility toward it than previous generations. The findings highlight a generational divide in geopolitical perceptions.
New Life Insurance donates fitness equipment to police, supporting the safety of frontline officers on duty
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
新光人壽 donated fitness equipment to Taipei City Police Department’s Zhongzheng First Precinct, thanking officers for their hard work maintaining public safety and promoting their physical and mental well-being. The move reflects corporate support for public safety.
Be careful packing for overseas travel! Bringing these 3 items back to Taiwan, whether in carry-on or checked luggage, can result in an immediate fine of 200,000; customs will confiscate and destroy them
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taoyuan International Airport saw a large number of arriving and departing passengers during the Mid-Autumn Festival holiday. The Customs Administration warned that bringing in pork products could incur fines starting at 200,000, and emphasized baggage regulations and disease-prevention measures.
Why aren’t highways built in a straight line? It’s not to save money! The “deliberate curves” are designed to save lives
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Highways are not straight to prevent drivers' alertness from declining; this is a safety-design measure. The engineering prioritizes people's lives over cost savings, with psychological considerations taken into account.
B-1 bombers paired with sea bass! Hu Zhendong explains the show of force: The more frequent the Trump-Xi meetings, the more Taiwan needs to keep a close eye on “this issue”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
When Chinese President Xi Jinping visited the United States, the US welcomed him with B-1B bombers. Hu Zhentong, a former US Defense Department official, said attention should be focused on developments in arms sales to Taiwan rather than the ceremonial staging of the US-China summit.
Rejects Iran’s 7-day ceasefire! WSJ: Trump threatens to resume airstrikes after the midterm elections
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
US President Trump rejected Iran's proposal for a 7-day ceasefire and suggested that airstrikes could resume after the midterm elections. The United States is seeking more favorable negotiations through economic pressure.
Government payments for the Mid-Autumn Festival! Remember to claim these 5 payments, worth up to 100,000 per person: a Mid-Autumn gift, shopping vouchers and Labor Insurance Bureau benefits explained
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Toward the end of September, Taiwan's central and local governments are rolling out labor insurance benefits, Mid-Autumn Festival stipends and regional revitalization vouchers. The aid is focused on older adults and low-income groups, with payments of up to 100,000 yuan.
Electricity bills to surge nearly 13%? Reports say the rate could exceed 4.2 per kWh; a look at September’s electricity price review and average rates in Taiwan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan's electricity rate review committee made no decision on a rate increase in September. 台電 will temporarily absorb higher fuel costs and maintain current rates after October. The government is expected to provide subsidies to avoid increasing the public's burden.
Can massive AI computing investments pay off? Goldman Sachs: 6 tech giants must generate $1.42 trillion in revenue in 2028–2030
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Goldman Sachs analyzed AI computing-power investment by 6 major US IT companies and estimated that they will need to generate $1.42 trillion in revenue in 2028–2030. This is necessary to achieve a 15% ROIC.
Micron earnings next week could bring a “see-saw market”; analyst says 輝達’s Rubin effect will not kick in until next year
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
As 美光科技 prepares to release its financial results next week, analysts predict the impact of 輝達's new Rubin chip will become fully apparent in 2027. Demand for HBM4 memory is increasing and could affect 美光科技's earnings.
Trump-Xi meeting ends: Heavy on symbolism, limited on substantive progress; a look at the 4 key takeaways
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
中国国家主席习近平 concluded a 3-day visit to the United States and met with 美国总统川普. The two sides reached limited agreements on issues including trade and AI controls, but high-level diplomacy helped stabilize the political situation.
Yen nears the 160 mark! Expectations of another Japanese intervention grow as a strong dollar poses an obstacle
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The yen has weakened further, with the dollar-yen exchange rate approaching 160 yen. Markets expect Japan to intervene in the currency market, but a stronger dollar driven by rising US interest rates is a constraint. The authorities' response is being watched closely.
Companies mentioned：Bannockburn Capital Markets、三井住友日興証券、Trade Nation
The dollar’s “death cross” is approaching. Could Trump welcome it?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
A "death cross" in the US dollar-yen exchange rate appears imminent, raising the likelihood that the 17-month uptrend will reverse. This could work in the Trump administration's favor.
Bank of America: Micron reports earnings next week; these 2 figures are key to watch
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
美光科技 will report its fourth-quarter earnings on September 30. Bank of America analysts identified gross margin and capital expenditures as key figures to watch. Rising DRAM and NAND market prices have driven the stock higher, but long-term pricing agreements and the sustainability of AI investment remain key market concerns.
【臻鼎-KY】Announcement: The company will redeem its fifth overseas unsecured convertible bond early on 115年 October 26 (ISIN: XS3170882131)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
臻鼎科技控股 announced that it will redeem all of its fifth overseas unsecured convertible bonds early on 115年 October 26. More than 90% of the bonds have been processed, meeting the conditions for early redemption. The move strengthens its financial structure and is positive for investors.
【力銘】 announces that the Board of Directors approved a change of business address
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
The board of directors of 力銘科技股份有限公司 resolved to change the company’s business address, relocating from Zuoying District, Kaohsiung City, to Qianzhen District. This is a material announcement made in accordance with the law and has no immediate material impact on shareholders’ interests.
【中信金】Announcement, on behalf of subsidiary 中國信託商業銀行, of the transfer of credit assets
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
中國信託商業銀行 transferred loan claims worth 3.65 billion yen to Taipei Fubon Bank’s Tokyo branch to optimize its asset structure. This is a routine financial transaction between unrelated parties and is in line with market practice.