令和8年: Autumn production of Kagoshima pot-brewed black vinegar begins! Artisans talk about “black vinegar making” — 200 years of tradition, carried on today and into the future —
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Traditional production method with a history of more than 200 years
株式会社モバイル・プランニング, a group company, launches its “Tech Rental” service for individuals in earnest! Its first offering is “ママフィット,” a service supporting women's health
Cybertrust launches certificate authority setup and operation outsourcing services for device manufacturers supporting “Matter,” the smart home industry's standard specification
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Registered in January 2026 as a trusted root certificate authority (Non-VID Scoped PAA) ※5 in the CSA Distributed Compliance Ledger (DCL)
スマート卓球ジム adopts the Akerun access control system at all locations, reducing labor costs through unmanned operations and enabling affordable pricing and spacious practice facilities
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Expanded to 17 locations nationwide in about 2 and a half years
Operates 17 locations nationwide (as of September 2026)
More than 100 types of practice routines
A rental model with bookings in 30-minute increments
Conventional access control systems costing several hundred thousand yen to 1 million yen
[JPI Seminar] Toshiba Co., Ltd.: “The cutting edge of space reactor and nuclear power supply development and its expansion into terrestrial energy systems,” to be held on October 21 (Wed.)
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1 person: 37,650 yen (tax included)
2 or more people: 32,650 yen (tax included / same organization and simultaneous registration)
For local government employees, up to 2 people may attend for 11,000 yen (tax included / venue or livestream only / same attendance format)
Exhibiting an “Arc-Suppression-Circuit-Equipped DC LED Lighting Fixture” at “Technology for the Future Expo: Nikkei Crosstech NEXT Tokyo 2026.” Showcasing technologies for safe and reliable DC power supply, with an eye toward energy generation
[Fall Gaming Support Sale starts Sept. 28] Use your “usual arcade stick” with PS5 as-is | Special price on Brook Wingman FGC2, the ultra-low-latency converter that won an EVO 2025 award
“Don’t stop caregiving to keep records.” ND Software, provider of the “Honobono” care software series, and BSCode, maker of the “NASGlass” smart AI glasses, begin collaboration toward a partnership
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Approximately 2.72 million care workers will be needed in fiscal 2040
Around 2.15 million in fiscal 2022
An additional approximately 570,000 workers will be needed
[Survey on Cosmetics] Reasons for using skincare products and cosmetics: around 50% of users cite “maintaining a neat appearance” and “keeping skin healthy and addressing skin concerns,” while just over 30% cite “UV protection”
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“Maintaining a neat appearance”: 50.5%
“Keeping skin healthy and addressing skin concerns”: 47.2%
[JPI Seminar] Narita International Airport Co., Ltd.: “The History of Issues Surrounding Narita Airport and the Second Opening Project,” to be held October 20 (Tuesday)
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1 participant: ¥37,590 (tax included)
2 or more participants: ¥32,590 (tax included; same corporation and simultaneous application)
For local government employees, up to 2 people may attend for 11,000 yen (tax included / venue or livestream only / same attendance format)
[JAF Shiga] Soba-making experience event using locally produced buckwheat flour from Takashima City
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“Enjoy freshly made soba! Authentic soba-making experience with locally produced buckwheat flour” will be held on November 15 (Sunday) at the Taiken Koryu Center Yumeno in Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture.
①10:30~12:00
②11:45~13:15
Original■参加費 1テーブル(4人前)4,000円
※ An additional 100 yen per person is required for insurance.
“Crepe and Espresso and” opens its first location in Okinawa! The shop will offer crispy “golden crepes” and limited-edition menu items made with Okinawan fruit.
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This will be the 29th location for “Crepe and Espresso and” in Japan and overseas.
[Metro Electric Industry] The second installment in the Hinoki series! “Hinoki Ashi,” an underfoot heater combining Tono hinoki cypress and infrared heat, goes on presale at Makuake starting October 1!
Making a lap quilt at Tokyo's only silkworm farm, trying robot piloting and making stained-glass accessories among the first-time activities! “Hachioji Open Factory 2026” offers tours and hands-on experiences at 35 factories, workshops and farms in traditional industries, manufacturing, agriculture and forestry
“Zushi Art Festival 2026” opens October 3! “Seppuku Pistols, also known as Edo Ichiban-tai” to appear! Exhibitions and projects by artists active in Japan and abroad, along with a range of community art programs, will enliven Zushi for 25 days
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The event will be held for the 14th time in 2026
Advance tickets: 2,500 yen for general admission
1,300 yen for Zushi residents
Fee: 1,000 yen
Price: 1,500 yen
Companies mentioned:逗子アートネットワーク、naocoral、KOM_I、青森うぐいす姉妹、notremusica orchestra、ruangrupa、CINEMA CARAVAN、栗林隆、生意気マイケル、R. バックミンスター・フラー、森山大道、フアン・カルロス・ピント、満粋、志津野雷、逗子市民交流センター、丸久、zushi art gallery、大竹昭子、西村陽一郎
“INKIGAYO LIVE in TOKYO,” a major concert presented by South Korea's leading popular music program SBS人気歌謡(INKIGAYO), was held on September 22 and 23. A live report from 2 exhilarating days!
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The 2-day event took place on September 22 and 23, 2026
Since broadcasting began in 1991
Companies mentioned:SBS人気歌謡(INKIGAYO)、TOMORROW X TOGETHER、RIIZE、NiziU、CORTIS、KiiiKiii、KickFlip、IDID、=LOVE、IVE、Mrs. GREEN APPLE、BIGHIT MUSIC、INFINITE、&TEAM、BE:FIRST、INI、HANA、Hearts2Hearts、AND2BLE、ALPHA DRIVE ONE、AEN、Ado
AI adoption accelerates across Asia's industries, with skills shortages and knowledge transfer emerging as challenges
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More than 750 decision-makers in industrial technology
By 2028
38% cite “systems thinking and operations management”
32% cite “cybersecurity and data governance”
“Communication skills that bridge technical and non-technical departments” (34%)
“Human-machine collaboration” (25%)
59% of respondents cite “systems thinking”
38% of respondents say “insufficient employee upskilling” is the biggest AI-related risk their companies will face over the next 5 years
Nearly half of respondents (48%) have already adopted AI-powered knowledge management tools to capture the knowledge and expertise of skilled workers and pass them on to the next generation of employees.
54% of companies in South Korea are already using AI-powered knowledge management tools.
In Japan, 25% of respondents consider it important when key veteran employees retire
Cool the brain and get the body's circulation moving. What is “brain-cooling recovery,” which goes beyond mere “function” to restore the body's natural biological functions? An interview video featuring an expert discussion is now available on nanadecor’s official YouTube channel.
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An organic cotton brand launched in 2005 by director Emi Kanda
“Never stop caregiving to keep records.” エヌ・デーソフトウェア, provider of the “Honobono” care software series, and BSCode, maker of the “NASGlass” smart AI glasses, begin collaboration toward a partnership
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Approximately 2.72 million care workers will be needed in fiscal 2040
Around 2.15 million in fiscal 2022
Approximately 570,000 additional workers are needed
株式会社水野 announces its new name, “MUGEN VISION株式会社”; unveils its first corporate logo redesign since its founding, under the supervision of Manabu Mizuno
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Sales of approximately 13.7 billion yen in the fiscal year ending June 2026
Sales of 100 billion yen in the fiscal year ending June 2029
80% reduction in appraisal time
Appraisal accuracy of 98% or higher
Number of employees: 233
Companies mentioned:株式会社水野、MUGEN VISION株式会社、good design company、まねきや、マネオク、相鉄グループ、熊本県、Panasonic、三井不動産、中川政七商店、久原本家、茅乃舎、THE、Cannes Lions、The One Show、朝日新聞出版
New headquarters completed, channeling construction investment in Kobe back to forestry in Tamba—built with 91.9% Hyogo Prefecture timber and 66.3% Tamba City timber
Analysis of acquisition trends for Japan's three major environmental performance certifications, “BELS,” “CASBEE” and “DBJ Green Building”; all 58 securities covered in the “J-REIT Environmental Performance Assessment and Certification Acquisition Survey 2026”
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The total number acquired was 2,454
111% of the previous survey (as of February 2025)
An increase of 239
A total of 711 ratings were obtained
34 more than in the previous survey
The number of top-rank ☆6 ratings increased by 20
The number of ratings obtained rose by 205 from the previous survey, to 1,276
11 hotel-version ratings were obtained, despite none having been confirmed in the previous survey
A collaboration item by CLANE and CAMINANDO is set to go on sale. A mock short boot featuring a classic moccasin design with a modern finish is making its debut.
【7 days only】An exclusive fresh wagashi confection crafted before your eyes by artisans of 老松, whose noren hangs in Kamishichiken, Kyoto’s oldest geisha district. “Autumn Special Yuusoku Confectionery Demonstration Salon” to be held at Ryokan 尾道西山
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Limited to 7 days
Original2026年10月17日(土)から10月23日(金)
Overnight guests: 3,300 yen per person (tax included; no advance reservation required)
Day guests: 4,400 yen per person (tax included; advance reservation required)
【The limited-time product is back this year!】“A melty treat for the heart.” “ショコラトロリィ,” smooth, melt-in-your-mouth chocolate to gently brighten your everyday
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ショコラトロリィ, 3-piece pack: 513 yen each (tax included)
ショコラトロリィ assorted sleeve (4 boxes/12 pieces): 2,118 yen (tax included)
ショコラトロリィ assorted box (6 boxes/18 pieces): 3,243 yen (tax included)
The matcha content in the ganache has been increased by 1.7 times
【株式会社AN】Making Takadanobaba a “neighborhood people want to stay connected with.” Set to participate in “Baba Fes! Everyone’s Wellness Day 2026,” a community-driven event!
glampark ACONCAGUA RESORTS launches in earnest as a facility specializing in stays with pets. Lodging-only plans have been discontinued and replaced with meal-inclusive plans
【Super Hotel’s 30th anniversary】A “pillow fairy” who casts a spell for a good night’s sleep!? Chosen through a public call for entries! Meet the new original character “すぱみん”!
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30 years since the opening of the first Super Hotel in 1996
Online learning platform “デジマナ” revamped as a service for businesses ~Focused on the “Generative AI Talent Development Program,” which teaches practical workplace use of generative AI~
【Autumn Pokémon Go support sale starts 9/28】Steady popularity 10 months after launch! “Rocket Balloon,” a rechargeable-free, one-touch auto-catcher for iOS, at a special price|Turn spare moments at a café or home into Pokémon Go time
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September 28, 2026 (Monday), 10:00
“Tokyo Game Show 2026,” held at Makuhari Messe in September 2026
Weight: 50 g
Size: 64 × 15 × 84 mm
Companies mentioned:ONO貿易株式会社、Brook Gaming、Niantic, Inc.
【2 bottles guaranteed × chance to win Yamazaki 18-year and 12-year whisky!!】“Ultra-High-Odds Omikuji, 6th Edition, Limited to 150 Tickets” goes on sale September 28
Supporting efficient processes and an early opening by working alongside clients from design through construction: エヌ・シー・エヌ provides a wooden construction solution for SANU 2nd Home Awajishima 1st, part of SANU's full-scale expansion into Kansai
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Total floor area: 517.63 m²
Capital: ¥391.5 million (as of the end of March 2026)
Students from 大阪芸術大学 take part in FM802-hosted HIGH!HIGH!HIGH! 2026; they handle backstage narration and venue staffing at the live event featuring KANA-BOON, Tele, ねぐせ。 and others
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24 first-year students in the Department of Arts Planning