AI News 180m Report｜2026-09-29 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 10 of 13

Inaba Pet Food shares Halloween calendar images of dogs and cats for October 2026!

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

Inaba Pet Food is offering free Halloween-themed calendar images featuring dogs and cats selected from photo submissions for its October 2026 calendar.

AI streamlines meetings and recordkeeping at care facilities: CareBase AI Minutes, tailored to care-sector meeting formats, launches

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

株式会社ウィルグループ has launched CareBase AI Minutes, a service that uses AI to streamline meetings and recordkeeping at care facilities. It supports 19 types of care-sector meeting formats and creates minutes from audio recordings on a pay-as-you-go basis, with no initial fee.

[New product] Regular socks still aren’t warm enough. Full brushed-fleece socks that are 5.0°C warmer than standard socks

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

株式会社シービージャパン launched “tutum Warm Thermal Socks,” full brushed-fleece socks that are 5.0°C warmer than standard socks, in September 2026. According to a survey by 養命酒製造株式会社, many people are dissatisfied with measures to stay warm, and the product provides warmth by wrapping the entire foot.

株式会社メニコン announces donation to the Animal Welfare Committee of エンジン01文化戦略会議 through its shareholder benefits program

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

株式会社メニコン donated a total of 572,500 yen to the Animal Welfare Committee of エンジン01文化戦略会議, based on donation requests made through its shareholder benefits program.

LED TOKYO named official supplier of the Baycurrent Classic Presented by LEXUS 2026, providing the first LED-screen tee marker in PGA Tour history

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

LED TOKYO株式会社 has been named an official supplier of the Baycurrent Classic Presented by LEXUS 2026, the PGA Tour’s only official tournament in Asia, and will provide the first LED-screen tee marker in PGA Tour history.

Works from 朝日新聞出版 now available on Manga Kingdom! A launch campaign is underway, offering special deals on selected titles!

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

株式会社ビーグリー began distributing manga titles from 朝日新聞出版 on its comic distribution service Manga Kingdom on September 29, 2026. A limited-time campaign is running through October 12.

【進む出社回帰、75.5%が「出社増」と回答】1食500円・週1日から始められる「週イチ社食」、開始3か月で導入拡大

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

ボンディッシュ株式会社が提供する「週イチ社食」は、開始3か月で5～6社に導入され好調。出社回帰の流れを受け、1食500円前後・週1日から始められるこのサービスへの関心が高まっている。

フォーバル、魚津商工会議所「魚津市中小企業DX支援」を受託

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

株式会社フォーバル has been contracted by 魚津商工会議所 to carry out the “Uozu City SME DX Support” project, supporting digitalization and operational efficiency for small businesses in the area.

jinjer adds AI auto-entry from premium deduction certificates and withholding tax statements, plus a feature to visualize changes in year-end tax adjustment responses

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

jinjer株式会社 has added AI-powered automatic reading and data entry for insurance premium deduction certificates and withholding tax statements, as well as a feature to visualize differences in year-end tax adjustment responses, to its integrated HR system, “ジンジャー.”

“DHC Medicated Lip Cream” teams up with the anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba for the first time!

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

株式会社ディーエイチシー will launch “DHC Medicated Lip Cream” in its first collaboration with the anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba. The 3-pack will go on sale through DHC’s online store and other channels on September 29, 2026, while individual products will roll out at drugstores and elsewhere from October 5.

[Himeji City] Kanzaki Gumi, a general construction company founded 107 years ago, earns “White Company Certification” as it looks ahead to the next 100 years and considers what to protect and what to change

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

The Japan Next Generation Enterprise Promotion Organization, a general incorporated foundation (一般財団法人日本次世代企業普及機構), known as ホワイト財団, certified the 107-year-old general contractor 株式会社神崎組 as a “White Company” effective September 1, 2026. The company operates mainly in Himeji and works to pass on technical skills and create a comfortable working environment.

“Talent Power Ranking” announces its ranking of comedians popular with Generation Z! The 430th installment of the “Talent Power Ranking” website’s ranking series!

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

株式会社アーキテクトが運営する『タレントパワーランキング』は、Z世代（10代〜20代）に支持されているお笑いタレントのランキング第430弾を発表した。調査はWEB調査により実施され、認知度や誘引率などが評価された。

Chicken teriyaki and colorful vegetables served with fragrant dashi rice: “Veggie Chicken Saisai Bento.” Available for a limited time at 6 locations, including 一汁旬菜日本橋だし場

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

株式会社にんべん will offer its “Veggie Chicken Saisai Bento,” featuring chicken teriyaki and colorful vegetables, for a limited time from October 1, 2026, at its dashi-based prepared-food specialty shop, 一汁旬菜日本橋だし場. The price is 1,080 yen (tax included).

Aiful adds measures against customer harassment to its online inquiry form, blocking abusive and insulting language before submission

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

Aiful is addressing customer harassment online by using the inquiry form feature of the AI-powered knowledge search system “Helpfeel.” In response to the October 1, 2026, law revision, it introduced a system that blocks abusive and insulting language before submission.

コワーキングがアートとの出会いの場に。10月1日より立川市出身イラストレーターmiciの新作展示＆初の「ART BAR」を開催

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

株式会社AGORAが運営するコワーキングスペースme:rise立川で、2026年10月1日より立川市出身イラストレーターmiciによる新作展示「Words of Flowers」が開催され、同月6日と23日には初の「ART BAR」イベントも実施される。

少数株ドットコム representative 山中裕 examines the 2026 Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences: webinar on the eve of the announcement, “A look at the 4 Citation Laureates,” to be held on October 11

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

少数株ドットコム株式会社は、2026年10月11日にノーベル経済学賞発表前夜ウェビナーを開催し、クラリベイト社引用栄誉賞の4氏を解説する。

Bring the world of the anime “JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Diamond Is Unbreakable” into everyday life! New handkerchiefs inspired by Stand abilities and goods based on items featured in the series are here!

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

Founded in 1879, ブルーミング中西株式会社 will release a collection of handkerchiefs and goods capturing the world of the anime “JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Diamond Is Unbreakable” from September 30, 2026.

Now underway: 美少女甲子園 Vol.32 announces rankings at noon on September 28! 木村唯 takes the lead—with 2 days left, can anyone overtake her?

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

ファンテック株式会社 has announced the interim rankings for the social media-linked award 美少女甲子園 Vol.32. 木村唯 was in first place as of 12:00 on September 28, with the final standings to be determined in 2 days.

Keep your hands and spirits hydrated, wrapped in your favorite scent. 乾燥さん hand cream, available in 3 fragrances, launches on October 6.

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

株式会社スタイリングライフ・ホールディングス’ BCLカンパニー will launch hand creams in 3 fragrances from the skincare brand 乾燥さん on October 6, 2026, in limited quantities. Each is 50g and costs 880 yen (tax included).

“Panda! Go, Panda!” becomes artisan-made candy! The adorable panda father and daughter transform into palm-sized treats! On sale from October 1 at select stores and the official online site

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

Craft Candy Theater “PAPABUBBLE” will release artisan-made candy inspired by characters from the anime “Panda! Go, Panda!” from October 1 at select stores and on its official website.

DIVA publishes a case study on 株式会社あおぞら銀行’s adoption of “DIVA Inside Sourcing” for outsourced financial closing operations

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

株式会社ディーバ has published a case study on 株式会社あおぞら銀行’s adoption of “DIVA Inside Sourcing” for outsourced financial closing operations.

The key to staying healthy for years to come! The latest issue of “Corgi STYLE,” packed with features to help you rethink your diet, Vol.50, goes on sale Tuesday, September 29

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

辰巳出版よりコーギー専門誌『コーギーSTYLE』Vol.50が2026年9月29日に発売される。愛犬の食事管理や体型維持に関する特集、人気YouTubeクリエイター3組へのインタビュー、および2027年版「コーギー川柳カレンダー」が付録として含まれる。

The film “Dareka-san to Asobo?” is set for release on Blu-ray and DVD on Wednesday, December 16, 2026!

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

映画『だぁれかさんとアソぼ？』のBlu-ray＆DVDが2026年12月16日に松竹より発売決定。清水崇監督、鎮西寿々歌ら出演。特別版には未修正版やメイキングなどを収録。

Impact Circle and Astena Holdings Advance the Development of a Value Creation Model — From Systematizing Non-Financial Value to a Company-Wide Value Creation Model —

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

Impact Circle and Astena Holdings collaborated to build and enhance a value creation model, with the results reflected in the Integrated Report 2026.

Turn your car interior into a theater. MAXWIN launches the “TKH704,” a 7-inch on-dash monitor with HDMI input compatible with Fire TV Stick

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

MAXWIN, a car accessories brand operated by 昌騰有限会社, has begun sales of the “TKH704,” a 7-inch on-dash monitor compatible with Fire TV Stick and HDMI input.

RINGS, U-Inter, Fujiwara-gumi, Pancrase — a comprehensive examination of the most exciting 10 years! “The UWF Three Factions: 1991-2000 — The Era of Mixed Martial Arts Born from Professional Wrestling” goes on sale September 30‼

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

株式会社竹書房は、1991年から2000年のUWF3派分裂から総合格闘技時代への移行を検証する書籍『群像UWF３派 1991-2000 プロレスラーが生んだ総合格闘技の時代』を2026年9月30日に発売する。

「最近のGoogle 検索、ちょっと変わった？」から1年。経年調査で読み解く、“AIを使ったお店探しの習慣化”と“今こそ取るべき対策”｜セミナー開催

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

株式会社カンリー will hold a 3-day online seminar starting October 20, 2026, using findings from a longitudinal study on AI summaries in Google Search to explain how to make AI-assisted store searches a habit and what steps to take.

ショップチャンネル 9月30日（水）は「30日のとっておき！30周年サンクスアニバーサリー！」を放送

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

ジュピターショップチャンネル株式会社は、2026年の創業30周年を記念し、9月30日に特別番組「あなたの声がカタチに！お客さまセレクション」を放送する。この番組では、顧客投票で選ばれたラックラックのシューズを紹介する。

Unlimited listening plan from audiobook.jp now available as an option for the IIJmio personal mobile service

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

株式会社オトバンク will begin offering the “audiobook.jp Unlimited Listening Plan” on October 1, 2026, as an option for the IIJmio personal mobile service provided by 株式会社インターネットイニシアティブ.

No rough hair, and a refreshing clean for your body! A large-size version of MARO17's all-in-one shampoo, with rich foam for washing your whole body, is here

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

株式会社ネイチャーラボ will release a large-size 350mL version of the all-in-one shampoo from its men's care brand MARO17 starting October 1.

Early-bird lift tickets for the 2026/2027 season at 91 ski resorts nationwide now on sale! Alpen TOKYO and Alpen NAGOYA are also holding a great campaign offering a further 10% off the early-bird price!

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

株式会社アルペン has begun selling early-bird lift tickets for the 2026/2027 season at 91 ski resorts nationwide. It is also running a campaign at Alpen TOKYO and Alpen NAGOYA exclusively for アルペングループ members, offering a further 10% off the early-bird price.

The Access Plaza, the gateway to Chubu Centrair International Airport, gets a makeover!

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

中部国際空港株式会社 renovated the Access Plaza, the gateway to Centrair, in September 2026. The installation of tower-style information signs and FIS improved visibility, while preparations were made for hosting international sporting events.

クラダシ、島根県安来市で「島根安来蓄電所」を着工

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

株式会社クラダシ broke ground on September 28, 2026, on the Shimane Yasugi Battery Storage Facility, a grid-scale battery storage project being developed as a joint venture with グリーンエナジー＆カンパニー. The facility has a rated output of 2MW and a capacity of 8MWh, with power reception targeted to begin in January 2027.

Asuene selected as one of 14 companies evaluated in global research firm Verdantix's “CO2 Emissions Management Software Survey,” which assessed more than 200 companies in the sustainability sector

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

アスエネ株式会社は、英国の調査会社VerdantixによるCO2排出量管理ソフトウェア調査で、200社超の中から評価対象14社に選定され、3領域で高い機能性を評価された。

スカルプＤまつ毛美容液主催「ぱちぱちな生き物No.１決定戦」全国8か所の動物園・水族館対決を制したのは、男鹿水族館GAO・腹太鼓自慢のゴマフアザラシ「ターボ」！

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

アンファー株式会社は、スカルプＤまつ毛美容液ブランドが主催する「ぱちぱちな生き物No.１決定戦」の結果、男鹿水族館GAOのゴマフアザラシ「ターボ」が1位に輝いたことを発表し、表彰状を贈呈した。

A new indulgent “sweet and salty” flavor arrives in a crunchy candy! Kanro’s “Nuts Bon Honey Butter Flavor” launches on Oct. 6, 2026

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

カンロ株式会社は、ザクザク食感のキャンディ「ナッツボン」の新フレーバー「ハニーバター味」を2026年10月6日に発売する。

ISFnet accelerates engineer development and improves compensation; holds in-house “iCareer Forum” in August

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

ISFnet held its in-house “iCareer Forum” on Aug. 28, 2026. The company’s president shared concrete measures for career advancement and improved compensation, and individual career consultations received high satisfaction ratings. A survey showed a substantial increase in employees’ desire to grow and intention to build long-term careers at the company.

[CIBONE] Exhibition featuring Korean lifestyle brand “WEKINO,” with a reception and talk event featuring creative director Lee Kang-ho

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

CIBONE will hold “COLORNATION with WEKINO,” an exhibition featuring Korean lifestyle brand “WEKINO,” from Oct. 2 to Oct. 25, 2026. A talk event with creative director Lee Kang-ho will take place on Oct. 9, followed by a gallery tour on Oct. 10.

Autumn leaves in Tsumagoi Village are at their best from mid-October. “Kurumaru, Hokuhoku,” a market bringing together delicious food and fun, will be held for 2 days, Oct. 23 and 24, at Kazawa Enchi in Kyukamura Tsumagoi-Kazawa.

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

Kyukamura Tsumagoi-Kazawa will hold the “Kurumaru, Hokuhoku” market at Kazawa Enchi on Oct. 23 and 24, 2026. At an elevation of 1,400 m, where the autumn leaves are at their best, visitors can enjoy local food, goods and workshops. Accommodation plans that include Imabari towels and discounts on bathing will also be offered.

90% of participants want to attend again! Gaiax brings its startup support expertise to industry-academia-government collaboration, taking on event operations for the co-creation community “KLIS-X”

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

Gaiax was commissioned to operate events for Kyoto City and ASTEM’s life sciences ecosystem development project, and held the KLIS-X kickoff forum and meetup. The forum drew 174 participants, and 90% of meetup attendees said they wanted to attend again.

Grand opening at 11 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 2, 2026! “Yokohama Wharf” opens on the 8th floor of NEWoMan Yokohama. The popular oyster bar from NEWoMan Shinjuku and Takanawa is finally making its Yokohama debut.

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

The oyster bar “Yokohama Wharf” will open on the 8th floor of NEWoMan Yokohama on Oct. 2, 2026. Directly connected to JR Yokohama Station, it will serve fresh oysters carefully selected from producers across Japan. As a special opening promotion, customers can sample 9 varieties of autumn oysters from across Japan at the same price from Oct. 2 to 16.

The 39th Marsh Festival: Take on the challenge of catching fish in the mud (Musashi-Kyuryo National Government Park)

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

Demonstration of Hourly Matching combining solar power plants and grid-scale battery storage begins

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

NTTアノードエナジー, JERA Cross and NTTドコモ will begin a demonstration of Hourly Matching, combining solar power generation with grid-scale batteries, on Oct. 1, 2026. The first such demonstration in Japan to comply with the EnergyTag Standard will assess how batteries can improve the hourly share of carbon-free electricity supplied.

[Machida, Tokyo] The 2026 Machida Lifelong Learning Center Festival to be held

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

Machida Lifelong Learning Center will hold “Machida’s Culture: Feel the Fes ~Machi Fes~” on Oct. 24 and 25, 2026. It will be the first event since the center’s renovation, featuring a ventriloquist, a brass ensemble, Eisa performances and more.

[Machida, Tokyo] The Reiwa 8 Machida City Memorial Ceremony for the War Dead to be held

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

Machida City will hold a memorial ceremony for the war dead at Machida Civic Hall on Oct. 22, 2026. Anyone may attend, and regular clothes are acceptable. If the event is canceled, notice will be posted on the city website by the previous day.

[Machida, Tokyo] Autumn Fun at Machida Yakushiike Park Shikisai-no-Mori starts Oct. 3 (Sat.)!

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

The Machida Tourism and Convention Association will hold “Autumn Fun 2026” at Machida Yakushiike Park Shikisai-no-Mori from Oct. 3 to Nov. 29, 2026. More than 20 types of events will be held, including autumn foliage illuminations, a sea of clouds and a dahlia fair. About 20,000 people visited last year.

A new model of the hugely popular absorbent cloth is here! Introducing the CRUZARD One-Sided Extra-Large Dry Cloth 90×60!

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

Komeri will launch the new CRUZARD One-Sided Extra-Large Dry Cloth 90×60 on Sept. 29, 2026. It retains the absorbency of the previous product while using a single-sided design to make it lighter and easier to wring out.

First-ever collaboration event between Mainichi Hamuchima and Togoshi Ginza Shopping Street: “Hamuchima, Little Happiness, and Togoshi Ginza Shopping Street” announced!

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

San-X will hold its first collaboration event between Mainichi Hamuchima and Togoshi Ginza Shopping Street from Oct. 10 to Nov. 1, 2026. Stickers will be distributed to shoppers at 45 participating stores, and a social media campaign will award shopping vouchers to people who post on social media after finding hidden Hamuchima characters.

Collaboration items from セガ’s video game titles “Like a Dragon” and “STRANGER THAN HEAVEN” and FREAK'S STORE are here!

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

STRICT-G thermo mug BEAN tumblers featuring Mobile Suit Gundam are here!

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

Bandai’s Lifestyle Business Division will release tumblers featuring Gundam and Char’s Zaku II starting October 10, 2026. Reservations open September 29.

Kayac carries forward the vision of 株式会社首里とうふ, a long-established tofu maker in Shuri, Okinawa, and completes a business succession

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

Kayac makes 首里とうふ a subsidiary, carrying Okinawa’s food culture into the next generation.

「三井住友カードつみたて投資」利用者数200万人突破

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

Sumitomo Mitsui Card and SBI Securities announced that the number of users of “三井住友カードつみたて投資” surpassed 2 million in September 2026. Launched in June 2021, the service is available from 100 yen per month and offers up to 6% in V Points.

Discover new cosmetics every Tuesday! Qoo10 announces the Top 5 “Mega Debut” bestsellers for August 2026

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

Qoo10 announced the Top 5 Mega Debut bestsellers for August 2026. DR.URUR’s Cleanup Tonic took first place. From October, Mega Debut will expand its brand exposure period to 14 days and increase its weekly lineup to 6 brands.

[Matsuya Foods] Enjoy another serving of delicious new rice at Matsuya and Matsunoya. “Free Refills of New Rice Fair” underway

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

Matsuya Foods will hold its “Free Refills of New Rice Fair” at Matsuya starting September 29, 2026, and at Matsunoya starting September 30. Customers dining in who order a set meal will receive free refills of new rice.

Dai Nippon Printing to introduce its largest renewable energy project at the Izumizaki Plant

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

Dai Nippon Printing will launch a group-record 10 MW-class solar power project at its Izumizaki Plant in Fukushima Prefecture in June 2027. The project will use an on-site PPA model and is expected to reduce GHG emissions by approximately 6,332 tons annually.

9 group locations win Tripadvisor’s “Travelers’ Choice Award 2026”

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

9 restaurants operated by Brand Bank Company, Inc. have won トリップアドバイザー’s “Travelers’ Choice Award 2026.” Each location ranked among the top 10% of restaurants worldwide.

PLAZA refreshes its uniforms! Store staff uniforms to be revamped on October 1 as part of the PLAZA 60th anniversary project

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

PLAZA will revamp its store staff uniforms starting October 1, 2026. The initiative is part of its 60th anniversary project, with 13 young employees at the center and designer Yuta Ishikawa and ユニメイト collaborating. The design reinterprets American trad in a contemporary way, with an emphasis on diversity and functionality.

Release of the second report in a survey series on university students and young professionals and “job hunting and work”: “Generative AI Use in Job Hunting and at Work”

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

A survey conducted by パーソルキャリア's doda in July 2026 of 812 university students and young professionals found that more than 70% of both students who think knowledge and skills in generative AI will be valued at work and young professionals who say they are valued in their jobs. It also found that students use generative AI to help produce content during job hunting, while young professionals use it to make input more efficient, such as by searching for information at work. More than 70% said they had seen results, while concerns about response accuracy and security risks were common to both groups.

[Big Boy] Crispy and juicy! Enjoy the rich flavor of large Hiroshima oysters! Big Boy holds an “Oyster Fry Fair”

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

Duskin Terminix conducts a survey on the actual damage caused by rats and other pests in detached homes and countermeasures

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

【FanGrowth（ファングロース）導入事例】デジタルブロックスが半年弱でリード2,616件増、商談58件！

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

エキサイトのウェビナー支援サービス「FanGrowth」がデジタルブロックスに導入され、半年弱でリード1,856件増、商談45件創出、受注につながった事例が公開された。デジタルブロックスはSESと受託開発を主力とし、新規事業の営業ツールと展示会コンサルを展開している。

セブン‐イレブン先行販売の「コロンビア」を含むスターバックス®のコーヒー製品本格ドリップ＆スティック全8種が全国で9月29日（火）より順次発売

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

セブン-イレブン・ジャパンは、スターバックスのドリップタイプとスティックタイプ計8種を全国で9月29日から順次発売。先行販売のコロンビアも含む。外出先やオフィスでの手軽な本格コーヒー需要に応える。

[AMERICAN HOLIC] Collaboration with Suginami Ward’s official anime character “なみすけ” returns! Limited items that sold out immediately in the first release go back on sale October 2 (Friday)

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

AMERICAN HOLIC will bring back its collaboration items with Suginami Ward’s official character “なみすけ” on October 2, 2026. A total of 6 styles, including new sweatshirts and long-sleeved T-shirts, will be sold at the Lumine Ogikubo store.

A “Japan Semiconductor Course” is coming to “V Point Management,” an investment experience service using V Points, on September 29!

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

V Point Marketing will add the “Japan Semiconductor Course” to “V Point Management” on September 29, 2026. The course tracks the price of an ETF linked to the Nikkei Semiconductor Stock Index, allowing users to experience semiconductor investing with V Points. A commemorative campaign will also start on October 1.

The “easiest-to-use” household budget notebook was created based on feedback from more than 3000 avid users! Just jot down the basics and save money! The easiest and most reliable money habits, still within reach even if you start in your 60s!

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

One Publishing will release “The Easiest-to-Use Household Budget Notebook for People in Their 60s 2027” on September 29, 2026. A companion edition to a series with more than 100,000 devoted users, it incorporates feedback from more than 3000 people and is designed for ease of use. List price: ¥540.

“Ponta Pass Gift Cards” go on sale at ローソン stores nationwide

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

KDDI will begin selling “Ponta Pass Gift Cards” at ローソン stores nationwide on October 6, 2026. No credit card registration is required. Cards are available for 12 months for ¥5,480 and 6 months for ¥3,288.

[Held Oct. 6] A must-see for cosmetics makers! What makes cosmetics a “must-buy” for inbound visitors? Using social media and UGC to understand pre-trip awareness and design purchasing behavior

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

株式会社mov will hold an online seminar for cosmetics manufacturers on October 6. It will explain what makes cosmetics a “must-buy” for international visitors to Japan, drawing on social media and UGC data. Participation is free.

NEC and 川崎市 to co-host “Kawasaki SDGs Partner Festival 2026”

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

NEC will co-host “Kawasaki SDGs Partner Festival 2026” with 川崎市, NECプロボノ倶楽部 and others on November 8, 2026, at NEC's Tamagawa Plant in Nakahara Ward, Kawasaki. Now in its 4th year, it is one of the largest SDGs events in Kawasaki, with the theme “Disaster Preparedness, Environment and Health.” NEC Group hands-on programs, including programming and space classes, will be offered. Through collaboration with diverse stakeholders, the event aims to contribute to the realization of a sustainable society.

[Ginza Cozy Corner] Reservations for Christmas cakes open October 1. A total of 18 items, including decorated cakes, individual cakes and assorted petite cakes

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

Ginza Cozy Corner will begin accepting reservations for its 2026 Christmas cakes on October 1. The lineup includes 18 items, with a limited-quantity cake plate offered as a bonus for in-store reservations. Online reservations open on December 1.

Investment in Wayfarer, which operates hotels and develops and provides a next-generation AI platform for hotel operations

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

Canon MJ has invested in Wayfarer through its CVC fund. Wayfarer operates hotels and develops an AI platform, and plans to begin offering “Materia Connect” to other businesses.

JCB refreshes Aoyama headquarters entrance around the theme of living in harmony with the community

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

On September 29, 2026, JCB refreshed the entrance to its headquarters in Aoyama, Tokyo, around the theme of “living in harmony with the community,” installing a large digital display and a card-face-shaped display. It will show 4 types of content, including “JCB WATCH,” featuring Kazunari Ninomiya, and aims to provide information to the community and create a new meeting spot.

Gas Museum to hold special exhibition, “Modern Technology That Shaped an Era”

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

The Gas Museum will hold the special exhibition “Modern Technology That Shaped an Era” from October 3 to December 25, 2026. It will showcase technologies such as city gas and railways during the Meiji period through woodblock prints and historical materials. With the cooperation of 製粉ミュージアム, the exhibition will also feature the history of Nisshin Seifun and Kodaira’s udon culture. Admission is free.

Job seekers want “informal interviews,” “company information sessions” and “workplace tours.” The most appealing recruiter emails explain why the candidate was approached [Survey on job-change attitudes among people in their 20s]

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

Gakujō Co., Ltd. surveyed people in their 20s about job-change attitudes. The most sought-after content among job seekers was “informal interviews,” while the recruiter emails most likely to prompt an application were those that stated the reason for contacting the candidate. The survey also revealed a gap in perceptions between companies and job seekers.

【横浜みなとみらいホール】パイプオルガンの音色を楽しむ毎年人気のクリスマス・コンサート。今年はトランペットとのコラボレーションで聖夜を華やかに彩ります。

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

横浜みなとみらいホールが2026年12月22日にクリスマス・パイプオルガン・コンサートを開催。オルガニスト山口綾規とトランペッター児玉隼人が共演し、クリスマス定番曲やクラシック作品を披露する。

“Business Events Survey (2026 Edition)” released

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

JTB released the findings of its “Business Events Survey 2026,” conducted with 800 corporate event planners. The results showed strong demand for in-person events, as well as growing interest in investing in specialist expertise and the importance of sustainability measures.

[Pixio] A perfect fit for 24-inch monitors! The PXTS1 display board gets a new large size, offering about 1.8 times the display space for collectibles and accessories

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

Pixio announced the PXTS1L display board, designed to fit 24-inch monitors. Its 542 mm-wide shelf provides about 1.8 times the storage space of the previous model, and presales begin September 29, 2026.

[Nitori] Get ready for winter and prepare to switch out your seasonal wardrobe before the cold sets in. In October, around 350 items, including storage products, bedding and seasonal appliances, will be offered at 10% off for a limited time.

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

Nitori will hold a sale nationwide in stores and online from September 29 to October 29, 2026, offering around 350 items at 10% off as part of its winter-preparation and seasonal wardrobe campaign.

Seeking tenants for the Kobe Medical Device Development Center (MEDDEC)

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

SME Support, JAPAN’s Kinki Headquarters is seeking tenants for the Kobe Medical Device Development Center (MEDDEC). Applications will be accepted from Oct. 6 to Oct. 16, 2026, for 2 rooms. Occupancy can begin on or after Jan. 1, 2027.

Seeking tenants for the Kobe Healthcare Industry Development Center (HI-DEC)

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

SME Support, JAPAN’s Kinki Headquarters is seeking tenants for the Kobe Healthcare Industry Development Center (HI-DEC). Applications will be accepted from Oct. 6 to Oct. 16, 2026, for 1 room. Occupancy can begin on or after Jan. 1, 2027.

[BUTTER STATES] Reservations open for 2026 Christmas cakes. A collection of 7 treats to brighten Christmas Eve, including an enchanting 2-tier strawberry tree cake

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

Butter States by Gin no Budo will begin taking reservations on Oct. 1 for its 7 Christmas cakes for 2026. The lineup includes the reservation-only strawberry tree cake and cakes in size 5 and size 3; orders will be handed over from Dec. 22 to 25.

[そごう横浜店] Accepting reservations for 2026 Christmas cakes

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

そごう横浜店 has opened reservations for its 2026 Christmas cakes. In-store reservations run from Oct. 3 to Dec. 15, and phone reservations from Oct. 3 to 23. About 100 varieties are available, priced from 2,100 yen to 32,400 yen, with pickup on Dec. 24 and 25.

“Dead time” while coffee brews becomes a new media space! Full-scale rollout of the FAMIMA CAFÉ LCD advertisements at counter coffee machines begins; testing also starts for Famima TV LED displays that cut power consumption by 50%

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

FamilyMart will begin a full-scale rollout of “FAMIMA CAFÉ LCD advertisements” using new coffee machines in October 2026, and start testing LED displays to reduce power consumption for “Famima TV.” The demonstration confirmed strong advertising effectiveness.

Three limited-edition Sou products for fall and winter join the “winter ice cream” market in succession: “Sou Fresh Chocolate in Vanilla (Fall/Winter Limited Edition),” “Sou Strawberry & Condensed Milk (Fall/Winter Limited Edition)” and “Sou Vanilla (Fall/Winter Limited Edition)” go on sale

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

Lotte has announced 3 fall- and winter-limited Sou products. “Fresh Chocolate in Vanilla” and “Strawberry & Condensed Milk” go on sale Oct. 5, followed by “Vanilla ” in early November. The products cater to winter demand for ice cream, with rich flavors and a light, airy texture.

Koala’s March and CUTIE STREET team up for a dream collaboration! Every member transforms into a koala! Can you find your favorite design? “Koala’s March ”

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

Lotte will release “Koala’s March ,” a collaboration with CUTIE STREET, exclusively at convenience stores and station shops from Oct. 6, 2026. The 8 members are transformed into koalas, appearing in 32 biscuit designs and on 5 package designs.

Perfume selection is becoming more about shared tastes. The “Salon de Parfum 2026,” which champions fragrance culture in Japan, brings together 47 brands and more than 1,000 items in the event hall

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

Isetan Shinjuku Store will hold “Salon de Parfum 2026” in October 2026. The event will bring together 47 brands and more than 1,000 fragrances under the theme “A Cinema of Scents.” It will propose a more personal approach to choosing fragrances and host related events at the Men’s Building and on the 1st floor of the Main Building.

What kind of funeral service provider can you trust? About 40% expect providers to “refrain from all sales activities unless asked to do so.”

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

株式会社NEXER Group and 斎場白島会館 jointly surveyed 500 men and women across Japan about sales and contact from funeral service providers. A total of 90.2% said they had never wanted to make an inquiry, and the biggest concern, cited by 16.4%, was “persistent sales calls and direct mail.” About 40% expect providers to “refrain from all sales activities unless asked to do so.”

【男女500人に聞いた！AI時代のスーツ選び】7割以上が人に選んでほしいという結果に。人に頼りたいこと1位は「試着後のサイズ調整・お直しの提案」2位は「生地の質感や着心地の説明」

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

株式会社NEXER Groupとグローバルスタイル株式会社が共同で、全国の男女500名を対象に「AI時代のスーツ選び」に関する調査を実施。スーツ選びで迷う人は30.0%、AI提案に消極的な人は70.6%で、人に頼りたいことの1位は「試着後のサイズ調整・お直しの提案」、2位は「生地の質感や着心地の説明」であることが明らかになった。

About 54% prioritize “being easy to get started with” when choosing a hobby. Could tufting, a craft still unknown to about 82%, become a new favorite?

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

A survey on hobbies, jointly conducted by 株式会社NEXER Group and the tufting specialty shop RUGMATAG, found that 32.2% of respondents felt they were spending more time at home and 27.6% were interested in a new hobby. The most important factor when choosing a hobby was “being easy to get started with,” cited by 54.0%. Awareness of tufting was low, with 81.8% saying they had learned about it for the first time through the survey, suggesting its potential as an accessible hobby.

[Survey on attitudes toward paperless practices] A total of 32.2% feel that handwritten documents convey “warmth and trust.”

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

A survey on attachment to handwritten and analog documents, jointly conducted by 伝票工房 and NEXER Group, found that 32.2% feel handwritten documents convey warmth or trust. Thank-you letters were the most popular choice of what people would like to keep handwritten, at 80.7%.

More than 40% of people living in detached houses are dissatisfied with their storage space. The top reason is “not enough space” (24.7%).

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

A joint survey by NEXER Group and クオレ・ホーム found that more than 40% of people living in detached houses are dissatisfied with their storage space, with “not enough space” (24.7%) the top reason. The living room was the area most likely to become cluttered (33.3%), and living room storage was the most popular storage solution respondents wanted to add (33.3%). A total of 86.7% said how easy a home is to keep tidy affects their satisfaction with their living environment.

The top perceived appeal of international marriage is “exposure to different cultures and values” (33.2%), while language and cultural barriers are a source of concern.

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

A survey conducted by 株式会社NEXER Group and 結婚相談所『結マリッジパートナー』 among 500 men and women across Japan found that 46.2% had a positive impression of international marriage. The top appeal was “exposure to different cultures and values” (33.2%), while language and cultural barriers ranked among the leading concerns.

[Survey on attitudes toward choosing a wedding venue] The rate of attending venue tours or bridal fairs was 40.7%; the top reason for attending was “to see the actual atmosphere.”

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

株式会社NEXER Group and AILES FORTUNA jointly surveyed 300 men and women across Japan who had held a wedding, examining how they gathered information and sought advice when choosing a wedding venue. The rate of attending venue tours or bridal fairs was 40.7%, and 77.9% of attendees said they were able to “see the actual atmosphere.” A total of 31.7% had sought advice, with “family” the most common source of advice at 51.6%. The most common area where respondents wanted more information was “details of costs and additional charges,” at 33.0%.

Project to Develop Japan’s Theater Artists: Visuals Unveiled for the Emerging Theater Artists Development Production, Director Division, “色は匂へど、”; comments from director Rika Morinaga and producer Sho Ryuzanji

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

The Emerging Theater Artists Development Production “色は匂へど、,” organized by 流山児★事務所, will run at Space Waseda from Oct. 17 to 25, 2026. It is directed by Rika Morinaga, produced by Sho Ryuzanji, and written by Shoko Matsumura. Tickets are on sale through Confetti.

マクニカ and GMOサイバーセキュリティ byイエラエ launch “monosec360,” a platform providing end-to-end product security support for small and midsize manufacturers

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

GMOサイバーセキュリティ byイエラエ and マクニカ will launch “monosec360,” a product security support platform for small and midsize manufacturers, on Sept. 29, 2026. In response to tighter regulations, the platform provides end-to-end support for education, organizational development, practical implementation and improvement.

Turns on automatically the moment the power goes out! Launch of a 3-way light that can serve as a footlight or flashlight

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

Sanwa Direct, operated by Sanwa Supply, has launched the “800-LED103,” a 3-way LED light that can be used as a motion-sensor footlight, turns on automatically during a power outage, and can be detached and used as a flashlight. It is priced at 2,709 yen before tax.

[JAF Tohoku] “JAF Tohoku Road Service Competition,” offering a close-up look at JAF’s advanced rescue skills, to be held in Akita Prefecture

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

The JAF Tohoku headquarters will open the “JAF Tohoku Road Service Competition” to the public in Akita City, Akita Prefecture, on Oct. 17 and 18, 2026. The event showcases road service staff competing in their skills, and will also offer free activities for children.

A special feature on “SEGA STORE OSAKA” and more news on “冠婚贈祭展 -極-”! The 5th episode of “龍スタTV無料案内所,” bringing you the latest RGG Studio merchandise and event news, will stream on Friday, Oct. 2!

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

Sega will stream “龍スタTV無料案内所#05,” bringing the latest news on the “Like a Dragon” series, from 20:00 on Oct. 2, 2026. The program will cover the opening of SEGA STORE OSAKA, new merchandise, collaboration news and updates on 冠婚贈祭展.

Explanatory book “ブルーインパルス撮影超入門” on photographing demonstration flights and major air shows to go on sale Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

Impress will publish “ブルーインパルス撮影超入門,” a guide to photographing the Blue Impulse aerobatic team, on Sept. 29, 2026. Aimed at beginners through advanced photographers, it covers 50 demonstration flight maneuvers and how to photograph 9 major air shows. The author is aviation photographer Yukari Tsubuki.

Celebrating 10 years of activity! Popular gaming YouTuber Kenzo Suzuki releases his long-awaited 2nd essay collection, “やれるだけがんばります。”

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

KADOKAWA will publish the 2nd essay collection by Kenzo Suzuki, “やれるだけがんばります。,” on Sept. 29, 2026. Marking 10 years of activity and his 30th birthday, it reflects on his love of games and everyday life.

No matter what happens, delicious bread alone will never let me down.—A comic essay featuring popular shops in Tokyo and Kamakura, “Today, I’m Going Out to Buy Bread,” goes on sale Tuesday, September 29, 2026

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900

KADOKAWA will release “Today, I’m Going Out to Buy Bread,” a comic essay featuring real bakeries, on September 29, 2026. The book contains 7 stories set at popular shops in Tokyo and Kamakura, along with shop introductions and a map. The author is 石山さやか.

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Inaba Pet Food shares Halloween calendar images of dogs and cats for October 2026!

AI streamlines meetings and recordkeeping at care facilities: CareBase AI Minutes, tailored to care-sector meeting formats, launches

[New product] Regular socks still aren’t warm enough. Full brushed-fleece socks that are 5.0°C warmer than standard socks

株式会社メニコン announces donation to the Animal Welfare Committee of エンジン01文化戦略会議 through its shareholder benefits program

LED TOKYO named official supplier of the Baycurrent Classic Presented by LEXUS 2026, providing the first LED-screen tee marker in PGA Tour history

Works from 朝日新聞出版 now available on Manga Kingdom! A launch campaign is underway, offering special deals on selected titles!

【進む出社回帰、75.5%が「出社増」と回答】1食500円・週1日から始められる「週イチ社食」、開始3か月で導入拡大

フォーバル、魚津商工会議所「魚津市中小企業DX支援」を受託

jinjer adds AI auto-entry from premium deduction certificates and withholding tax statements, plus a feature to visualize changes in year-end tax adjustment responses

“DHC Medicated Lip Cream” teams up with the anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba for the first time!

[Himeji City] Kanzaki Gumi, a general construction company founded 107 years ago, earns “White Company Certification” as it looks ahead to the next 100 years and considers what to protect and what to change

“Talent Power Ranking” announces its ranking of comedians popular with Generation Z! The 430th installment of the “Talent Power Ranking” website’s ranking series!

Chicken teriyaki and colorful vegetables served with fragrant dashi rice: “Veggie Chicken Saisai Bento.” Available for a limited time at 6 locations, including 一汁旬菜 日本橋だし場

Aiful adds measures against customer harassment to its online inquiry form, blocking abusive and insulting language before submission

コワーキングがアートとの出会いの場に。10月1日より立川市出身イラストレーターmiciの新作展示＆初の「ART BAR」を開催

少数株ドットコム representative 山中裕 examines the 2026 Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences: webinar on the eve of the announcement, “A look at the 4 Citation Laureates,” to be held on October 11

Bring the world of the anime “JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Diamond Is Unbreakable” into everyday life! New handkerchiefs inspired by Stand abilities and goods based on items featured in the series are here!

Now underway: 美少女甲子園 Vol.32 announces rankings at noon on September 28! 木村唯 takes the lead—with 2 days left, can anyone overtake her?

Keep your hands and spirits hydrated, wrapped in your favorite scent. 乾燥さん hand cream, available in 3 fragrances, launches on October 6.

“Panda! Go, Panda!” becomes artisan-made candy! The adorable panda father and daughter transform into palm-sized treats! On sale from October 1 at select stores and the official online site

DIVA publishes a case study on 株式会社あおぞら銀行’s adoption of “DIVA Inside Sourcing” for outsourced financial closing operations

The key to staying healthy for years to come! The latest issue of “Corgi STYLE,” packed with features to help you rethink your diet, Vol.50, goes on sale Tuesday, September 29

The film “Dareka-san to Asobo?” is set for release on Blu-ray and DVD on Wednesday, December 16, 2026!

Impact Circle and Astena Holdings Advance the Development of a Value Creation Model — From Systematizing Non-Financial Value to a Company-Wide Value Creation Model —

Turn your car interior into a theater. MAXWIN launches the “TKH704,” a 7-inch on-dash monitor with HDMI input compatible with Fire TV Stick

RINGS, U-Inter, Fujiwara-gumi, Pancrase — a comprehensive examination of the most exciting 10 years! “The UWF Three Factions: 1991-2000 — The Era of Mixed Martial Arts Born from Professional Wrestling” goes on sale September 30‼

「最近のGoogle 検索、ちょっと変わった？」から1年。 経年調査で読み解く、“AIを使ったお店探しの習慣化”と“今こそ取るべき対策”｜セミナー開催

ショップチャンネル 9月30日（水）は「30日のとっておき！30周年サンクスアニバーサリー！」を放送

Unlimited listening plan from audiobook.jp now available as an option for the IIJmio personal mobile service

No rough hair, and a refreshing clean for your body! A large-size version of MARO17's all-in-one shampoo, with rich foam for washing your whole body, is here

Early-bird lift tickets for the 2026/2027 season at 91 ski resorts nationwide now on sale! Alpen TOKYO and Alpen NAGOYA are also holding a great campaign offering a further 10% off the early-bird price!

The Access Plaza, the gateway to Chubu Centrair International Airport, gets a makeover!

クラダシ、島根県安来市で「島根安来蓄電所」を着工

Asuene selected as one of 14 companies evaluated in global research firm Verdantix's “CO2 Emissions Management Software Survey,” which assessed more than 200 companies in the sustainability sector

スカルプＤまつ毛美容液主催「ぱちぱちな生き物No.１決定戦」全国8か所の動物園・水族館対決を制したのは、男鹿水族館GAO・腹太鼓自慢のゴマフアザラシ「ターボ」！

A new indulgent “sweet and salty” flavor arrives in a crunchy candy! Kanro’s “Nuts Bon Honey Butter Flavor” launches on Oct. 6, 2026

ISFnet accelerates engineer development and improves compensation; holds in-house “iCareer Forum” in August

[CIBONE] Exhibition featuring Korean lifestyle brand “WEKINO,” with a reception and talk event featuring creative director Lee Kang-ho

Autumn leaves in Tsumagoi Village are at their best from mid-October. “Kurumaru, Hokuhoku,” a market bringing together delicious food and fun, will be held for 2 days, Oct. 23 and 24, at Kazawa Enchi in Kyukamura Tsumagoi-Kazawa.

90% of participants want to attend again! Gaiax brings its startup support expertise to industry-academia-government collaboration, taking on event operations for the co-creation community “KLIS-X”

Grand opening at 11 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 2, 2026! “Yokohama Wharf” opens on the 8th floor of NEWoMan Yokohama. The popular oyster bar from NEWoMan Shinjuku and Takanawa is finally making its Yokohama debut.

The 39th Marsh Festival: Take on the challenge of catching fish in the mud (Musashi-Kyuryo National Government Park)

Demonstration of Hourly Matching combining solar power plants and grid-scale battery storage begins

[Machida, Tokyo] The 2026 Machida Lifelong Learning Center Festival to be held

[Machida, Tokyo] The Reiwa 8 Machida City Memorial Ceremony for the War Dead to be held

[Machida, Tokyo] Autumn Fun at Machida Yakushiike Park Shikisai-no-Mori starts Oct. 3 (Sat.)!

A new model of the hugely popular absorbent cloth is here! Introducing the CRUZARD One-Sided Extra-Large Dry Cloth 90×60!

First-ever collaboration event between Mainichi Hamuchima and Togoshi Ginza Shopping Street: “Hamuchima, Little Happiness, and Togoshi Ginza Shopping Street” announced!

Collaboration items from セガ’s video game titles “Like a Dragon” and “STRANGER THAN HEAVEN” and FREAK'S STORE are here!

STRICT-G thermo mug BEAN tumblers featuring Mobile Suit Gundam are here!

Kayac carries forward the vision of 株式会社首里とうふ, a long-established tofu maker in Shuri, Okinawa, and completes a business succession

「三井住友カード つみたて投資」 利用者数200万人突破

Discover new cosmetics every Tuesday! Qoo10 announces the Top 5 “Mega Debut” bestsellers for August 2026

[Matsuya Foods] Enjoy another serving of delicious new rice at Matsuya and Matsunoya. “Free Refills of New Rice Fair” underway

Dai Nippon Printing to introduce its largest renewable energy project at the Izumizaki Plant

9 group locations win Tripadvisor’s “Travelers’ Choice Award 2026”

PLAZA refreshes its uniforms! Store staff uniforms to be revamped on October 1 as part of the PLAZA 60th anniversary project

Release of the second report in a survey series on university students and young professionals and “job hunting and work”: “Generative AI Use in Job Hunting and at Work”

[Big Boy] Crispy and juicy! Enjoy the rich flavor of large Hiroshima oysters! Big Boy holds an “Oyster Fry Fair”

Duskin Terminix conducts a survey on the actual damage caused by rats and other pests in detached homes and countermeasures

【FanGrowth（ファングロース）導入事例】デジタルブロックスが半年弱でリード2,616件増、商談58件！

セブン‐イレブン先行販売の「コロンビア」を含むスターバックス®のコーヒー製品 本格ドリップ＆スティック全8種が全国で9月29日（火）より順次発売

[AMERICAN HOLIC] Collaboration with Suginami Ward’s official anime character “なみすけ” returns! Limited items that sold out immediately in the first release go back on sale October 2 (Friday)

A “Japan Semiconductor Course” is coming to “V Point Management,” an investment experience service using V Points, on September 29!

The “easiest-to-use” household budget notebook was created based on feedback from more than 3000 avid users! Just jot down the basics and save money! The easiest and most reliable money habits, still within reach even if you start in your 60s!

“Ponta Pass Gift Cards” go on sale at ローソン stores nationwide

[Held Oct. 6] A must-see for cosmetics makers! What makes cosmetics a “must-buy” for inbound visitors? Using social media and UGC to understand pre-trip awareness and design purchasing behavior

NEC and 川崎市 to co-host “Kawasaki SDGs Partner Festival 2026”

[Ginza Cozy Corner] Reservations for Christmas cakes open October 1. A total of 18 items, including decorated cakes, individual cakes and assorted petite cakes

Investment in Wayfarer, which operates hotels and develops and provides a next-generation AI platform for hotel operations

JCB refreshes Aoyama headquarters entrance around the theme of living in harmony with the community

Gas Museum to hold special exhibition, “Modern Technology That Shaped an Era”

Job seekers want “informal interviews,” “company information sessions” and “workplace tours.” The most appealing recruiter emails explain why the candidate was approached [Survey on job-change attitudes among people in their 20s]

【横浜みなとみらいホール】パイプオルガンの音色を楽しむ毎年人気のクリスマス・コンサート。今年はトランペットとのコラボレーションで聖夜を華やかに彩ります。

“Business Events Survey (2026 Edition)” released

[Pixio] A perfect fit for 24-inch monitors! The PXTS1 display board gets a new large size, offering about 1.8 times the display space for collectibles and accessories

[Nitori] Get ready for winter and prepare to switch out your seasonal wardrobe before the cold sets in. In October, around 350 items, including storage products, bedding and seasonal appliances, will be offered at 10% off for a limited time.

Seeking tenants for the Kobe Medical Device Development Center (MEDDEC)

Seeking tenants for the Kobe Healthcare Industry Development Center (HI-DEC)

Chicken teriyaki and colorful vegetables served with fragrant dashi rice: “Veggie Chicken Saisai Bento.” Available for a limited time at 6 locations, including 一汁旬菜日本橋だし場

「最近のGoogle 検索、ちょっと変わった？」から1年。経年調査で読み解く、“AIを使ったお店探しの習慣化”と“今こそ取るべき対策”｜セミナー開催

「三井住友カードつみたて投資」利用者数200万人突破

セブン‐イレブン先行販売の「コロンビア」を含むスターバックス®のコーヒー製品本格ドリップ＆スティック全8種が全国で9月29日（火）より順次発売