AI News 180m Report

2026-09-29 09:00–12:00 JST

1287 received, 1287 listed, 8 sources ・ Page 2 of 13

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 1167 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 120 items from 6 sources.

One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

Japan | PR TIMES (continued)（1145）

【Amnesty Japan】Free screening and discussion of the film “十年” — Hong Kong’s “now,” predicted 10 years ago / To mark the 10th anniversary of its release, event to be held in Tokyo on Oct. 31

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

公益社団法人アムネスティ・インターナショナル日本 will hold a free screening in Tokyo on Oct. 31, 2026, of the Hong Kong film “十年,” released in 2015.

Facts

  • Production costs of only approximately 7.5 million yen
  • Now, 十 years after its release
  • Saturday, Oct. 31

Companies mentioned：公益社団法人アムネスティ・インターナショナル日本、アムネスティ・インターナショナル日本

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【Held again this year!! Oct. 1 is Japanese Sake Day!】Enjoy sake from 31 traditional breweries at 103 locations nationwide, including 庄や

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社大庄 will run its “Enjoy Sake Campaign” for a limited time from Oct. 1 to 3, 2026, at 103 locations nationwide, including 庄や, to mark Japanese Sake Day on Oct. 1. The company has partnered with 31 traditional sake breweries and will serve brands selected by each store manager.

Facts

  • 31 traditional sake breweries
  • Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
  • Saturday, October 3

Companies mentioned：株式会社大庄、庄や、日本海庄や、お魚総本家、呑兵衛、塩梅、高砂酒造、八戸酒造、あさ開、佐浦、秋田清酒、秋田酒類製造、出羽桜酒造、東北銘醸、天鏡、国権酒造、大七酒造、小澤酒造、宮尾酒造、青木酒造、北雪酒造、石本酒造、八海醸造、丸山酒造場、菊水酒造、車多酒造、橘倉酒造、宮坂醸造、土井酒造場、三千盛、泉酒造、白鷹、獺祭、嘉美心酒造、西野金陵、司牡丹酒造、土佐鶴酒造

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“Mitene Fund” 第五期 Step-Up Grants: Approximately 100 million yen in grants awarded to 10 organizations working to address social issues affecting children and their families

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

一般財団法人みてね基金 announced that it will provide approximately 100 million yen in grants to 10 organizations through its 第五期 Step-Up Grants. The grant period is 2 years starting Oct. 1, 2026.

Facts

  • 10 organizations
  • About 100 million yen
  • Oct. 1, 2026
  • 2 years
  • 106 organizations
  • Approximately 1.8 billion yen

Companies mentioned：一般財団法人みてね基金、株式会社MIXI、NPO法人ETIC.

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Limpress wins contract for third consecutive year to deliver “DX Challenge-Solving Practical Program (11 sessions)” for businesses in Kesennuma — FY令和8年度 implementation

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社リンプレス, in collaboration with Kesennuma City, Miyagi Prefecture, has won the contract for the third consecutive year to deliver the 11-session “DX Challenge-Solving Practical Program” in FY令和8年度 (August 2026–February 2027), aimed at developing digital talent among local businesses.

Facts

  • 11 sessions in total
  • 3rd consecutive year
  • Capital: 50 million yen

Companies mentioned：株式会社リンプレス、株式会社リンクレア

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“Loglass AI IR” service launched for 株式会社ヤクルト本社

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社ログラス has begun providing its IR-focused AI solution, “Loglass AI IR,” to 株式会社ヤクルト本社. Yakult Honsha adopted the solution to streamline the creation of records for approximately 300 investor meetings annually and improve the quality of management reports by leveraging dialogue data.

Facts

  • 40 countries and regions worldwide
  • Approximately 300 per year

Companies mentioned：株式会社ログラス、株式会社ヤクルト本社、東京証券取引所

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TerraSky to establish “Innovation Lab,” a co-creation hub, at its new headquarters in TOFROM Yaesu

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社テラスカイ plans to relocate its headquarters to floors 32–34 of the TOFROM Yaesu Tower around August 2027, expanding its total floor area to approximately 2 times the current size, or about 7,800㎡. The new office will include an “Innovation Lab” co-creation hub to promote face-to-face communication and collaborative problem-solving with customers.

Facts

  • Aug. 2027
  • Floors 32–34
  • Approximately 7,800㎡
  • About 2 times
  • Scale for 200 people
  • 4 beds

Companies mentioned：株式会社テラスカイ、Salesforce

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Survey: PC purchasing behavior

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社ニューストリーム has published a report on PC purchasing behavior. The survey found that more than 90% prioritize price, and that there is a gap between brand awareness and consideration.

Facts

  • 609 men and women aged 18–60 nationwide
  • The share who said they prioritize “price and value for money” (the total of “very important” and “somewhat important”) reached 92.3%.
  • “Price/value for money” ranked first at 34.8%, but
  • there was a gap of around 17 percentage points with the highest-ranked brand

Companies mentioned：株式会社ニューストリーム、富士通、NEC、Dell、Apple、VAIO

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Launch of “AXIEZ-LINKs Sustainable Package,” a standard elevator

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Mitsubishi Electric Building Solutions will launch the “AXIEZ-LINKs Sustainable Package,” a standard elevator using GX steel and biomass materials, on Oct. 2, 2026, and promote the remanufacturing of printed circuit boards through its maintenance services.

Facts

  • Oct. 2, 2026
  • Fiscal 2028
  • April 2026
  • Apr. 2022
  • Original令和8年1月28日

Companies mentioned：三菱電機ビルソリューションズ株式会社、三菱電機株式会社

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NewsStream and toBe Marketing begin collaboration on MA operations support

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社ニューストリーム and toBe Marketing have launched “Email Factory for MA,” a marketing automation operations support service offering one-stop assistance from strategy design and HTML email production to distribution operations.

Facts

  • Approximately 1,800 companies
  • Established: June 2015
  • Established: July 2022
  • Capital: 6.26 million yen

Companies mentioned：株式会社ニューストリーム、toBeマーケティング株式会社、Salesforce

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Limited-time “Happy Halloween Campaign” at しゃぶ葉 — dress-up AR camera and special items for making pumpkin pudding

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

しゃぶ葉, operated by 株式会社すかいらーくレストランツ, will hold a limited-time Happy Halloween Campaign from Oct. 1 to 31, 2026. Limited-edition items such as pumpkin purée and Halloween picks can be used to customize desserts, and the campaign will also feature a dress-up experience using an AR camera and a costumed Neko Robot display. Special offers include meals for elementary school students at 1,099 yen, including tax, and free meals for preschool children.

Facts

  • From Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
  • Saturday, Oct. 31
  • 1,099 yen including tax

Companies mentioned：株式会社すかいらーくホールディングス、株式会社すかいらーくレストランツ、しゃぶ葉

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Japan’s first installation of building OS “Facibble” at Tenjin Business Center II

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Original福岡地所株式会社は、2026年6月30日に竣工した「天神ビジネスセンターⅡ」に、パナソニック エレクトリックワークス株式会社が提供するビルOS「Facibble」を日本初導入した。

Facts

  • Completed on June 30, 2026
  • Site area: approximately 4,085㎡
  • Building area: approximately 3,517㎡
  • Total floor area: approximately 62,720㎡
  • Building height: approximately 87.5 m
  • 18 floors above ground
  • In February 2024, the companies announced that they would jointly conduct a proof-of-concept trial for a next-generation open building platform.

Companies mentioned：福岡地所株式会社、パナソニック エレクトリックワークス株式会社、パナソニックEW、前田建設工業、株式会社俊設計、株式会社旭工務店、九州電力株式会社、株式会社クラフティア、OMA

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The latest installment in the Ace Combat series, “ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE,” begins early access today, Sept. 29!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社バンダイナムコエンターテインメント announced that 3 days of early access for “ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE,” scheduled for release on Oct. 2, will begin on Sept. 29 for the Deluxe Edition and certain premium physical editions.

Facts

  • Starting today, Sept. 29
  • To be released on Friday, Oct. 2
  • 3 days of early access
  • Bringing together up to 100 people
  • A vast sky spanning 10,000㎢
  • More than 21 million copies shipped worldwide

Companies mentioned：株式会社バンダイナムコエンターテインメント、Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.、Vantor、Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc.、Google LLC

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Original【コープみらい】「令和8年大雨被害産地支援募金」を実施しますコープみらい全124店舗および宅配サービスで受付

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

コープみらい will conduct a fundraising campaign at its stores and through its home delivery service to support the recovery of production areas affected by the heavy rain in 令和8年.

Facts

  • Number of members】3.9 million
  • Total business revenue】437.9 billion yen
  • Original1口100円
  • 1,000 yen

Companies mentioned：コープみらい、生活協同組合コープみらい、コープデリ生活協同組合連合会

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A third option for salon and barbershop mirrors: “semi-custom.” salomirror lets customers choose the shape, materials, lighting, countertop and more in 3D, see the price and place an order. There are more than 1 million possible combinations. Sales begin Sept. 29

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社clay will begin selling its semi-custom mirror, “salomirror,” for beauty salons and barbershops on September 29, 2026. Customers can choose from more than 1 million combinations of shapes, materials and other options using a 3D simulator. Prices start at ¥192,500 (excluding tax).

Facts

  • More than 1 million possible combinations
  • Sales begin on September 29, 2026, on the official website...
  • Price: ¥192,500 and up (excluding tax)
  • Delivery takes approximately 1 month from the time of order
  • Delivery: approximately 4–6 weeks from the time of order

Companies mentioned：株式会社clay

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Axel Lab to exhibit at “CEATEC 2026” alongside the Japan chapter of Connectivity Standards Alliance

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社アクセルラボ will exhibit jointly at “CEATEC 2026,” held at Makuhari Messe from October 13 to 16, 2026, as a member of the Japan chapter of Connectivity Standards Alliance. The company will showcase its in-house-developed IoT gateway, “aliehub,” and demonstrate its integration with other companies’ Matter-compatible devices.

Facts

  • 2026
  • October 13
  • 16 days
  • 5H314-04

Companies mentioned：株式会社アクセルラボ、Connectivity Standards Alliance、エコーネットコンソーシアム

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[e-Learning system: Notice of the official release of the new Learn365 UI and request for advance preparation] 株式会社ソフィア

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社ソフィア announced the official release of the new UI for its e-Learning system, “Learn365,” which will become the default interface on October 26, 2026.

Facts

  • Oct. 26, 2026

Companies mentioned：株式会社ソフィア

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Molecular-level insights reveal how emulsifiers support the quality of margarine and other products — new findings that could aid the development of low-fat varieties

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

A joint study by Megmilk Snow Brand and 慶應義塾大学 has revealed at the molecular level that, among emulsifiers used in margarine and other products, molecules with unsaturated fatty acid chains stabilize the mixture of oil and water more effectively than molecules with saturated fatty acid chains.

Companies mentioned：雪印メグミルク株式会社、慶應義塾大学

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“Only what you need, when you need it”: Promotional goods that meet demand for small lots. Expanding offerings of custom wet wipes available from 100 units | 販促品流通センター

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

販促品流通センター, operated by 株式会社コーエイトレード, has expanded its offerings of custom-branded wet wipes available from 100 units to meet demand for small lots for trade shows, in-store events and other occasions.

Facts

  • From 100 units
  • Selling price: 238 yen/printed
  • Selling price: 298 yen/printed
  • 5-year warranty

Companies mentioned：株式会社コーエイトレード、販促品流通センター

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OriginalシェアNo.1勤怠管理システム『Touch On Time』、『マネーフォワード クラウド個別原価』とのAPI連携を開始

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社デジジャパン has launched API integration between its cloud-based time and attendance management system, “Touch On Time,” and 株式会社マネーフォワード’s “マネーフォワード クラウド個別原価.” This enables automatic transfer of attendance data and accurate cost management.

Facts

  • More than 75,000 companies have adopted the system
  • More than 4.55 million user IDs
  • 0 yen initial cost
  • 300 yen per person per month (excluding tax)

Companies mentioned：株式会社デジジャパン、株式会社マネーフォワード、株式会社寺岡精工、富士キメラ総研

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From カラーミーショップ to Shopify: Launch of a fixed-price “migration plan” | セルフプラス

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Original株式会社セルフプラスは、カラーミーショップからShopifyへの移行を確定単価で行う「乗り換えプラン」の提供を開始した。基本料金は50万円（税別）、ページ移行費は1ページ1万円（税別）で、既存サイトのデザイン再現を含む。また、移行検討用の無料資料も公開している。

Facts

  • September 10, 2026
  • The base fee is 500,000 yen (excluding tax)
  • Originalページ移行費は1ページ10,000円（税別）
  • All 22 pages
  • Migration of up to 100 product listings included in the base fee
  • From the 101st listing onward: 200 yen per listing
  • Migration of up to 100 member records included in the base fee
  • From the 101st member onward: 100 yen per member
  • 30% off for 101 pages or more
  • Total: 920,000 yen (excluding tax)
  • The Standard Plan starts at 1,500,000 yen (excluding tax)

Companies mentioned：株式会社セルフプラス、カラーミーショップ、Shopify、ecforce、App Unity

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Rising interest rates and the diversification of mortgage products are increasing the need for mortgage expertise; FB Mortgage launches “Mortgage Business Division BPO” for real estate companies

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

FBモーゲージ株式会社 has launched “Mortgage Business Division BPO,” a service for real estate companies that provides mortgage expertise, operational support and customer follow-up in one package.

Facts

  • 4 services
  • The following 6 benefits
  • Founded: Sept. 2015
  • Number of employees: 24
  • (As of September 2026)

Companies mentioned：FBモーゲージ株式会社

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Nihon Calmic receives certification for its Business Continuity Capability Enhancement Plan

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

日本カルミック株式会社 received certification for its “Business Continuity Capability Enhancement Plan” from 関東経済産業局 of 経済産業省 on May 22, 2026.

Facts

  • Dated May 22, 2026
  • June 6, 1969
  • Capital: 20 million yen
  • Number of employees: 695

Companies mentioned：日本カルミック株式会社、経済産業省、関東経済産業局、共立製薬株式会社、レントキル・イニシャル社

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“Supporting your favorite is supporting them until you receive your goods.” Launch of “PU活DO” for the fan activities market on the “PUDO” smart locker platform — First collaboration with 新日本プロレス.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Packcity Japan株式会社 is launching “PU活DO,” a new promotion for the fan activities market. The first campaign, a collaboration with 新日本プロレスリング株式会社, will run from September 29, 2026.

Facts

  • Starting Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026
  • Through Monday, December 21
  • Approximately 7,000 locations nationwide
  • For a total of 10 winners

Companies mentioned：Packcity Japan株式会社、PCJ、新日本プロレスリング株式会社、新日本プロレス

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CARBOTIX Boss Borot makes its long-awaited return!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社BLITZWAY JAPAN plans to release “CARBOTIX Boss Borot,” a reimagined figure of the 『Mazinger Z』 character Boss Borot, in January 2027. The price is 38,500 yen (including tax).

Facts

  • January 2027
  • 38,500 yen (including tax)
  • Overall height: 205 mm
  • Approximately 1.5kg

Companies mentioned：株式会社BLITZWAY JAPAN、BLITZWAY JAPAN

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First-ever PEANUTS × Curves collaboration! Free animated LINE stickers available starting Tuesday, September 29

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社カーブスジャパン will offer 16 types of animated LINE stickers free for a limited time starting September 29, 2026, as part of its first collaboration with PEANUTS.

Facts

  • 2,014 stores nationwide
  • With 900,000 members
  • Starting September 29, 2026 (Tuesday)
  • 16 types in total
  • ソニーグループ holds 80%
  • The family of Charles M. Schulz holds 20%
  • For 180 days after download
  • 43 stores nationwide

Companies mentioned：株式会社カーブスジャパン、PEANUTS、Peanuts Worldwide、ソニーグループ、LINEヤフー株式会社、株式会社カーブスホールディングス

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Anpanman rock-paper-scissors game launches from JoyPalette!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Originalおもちゃメーカーの株式会社ジョイパレットは、2026年9月末にアンパンマンとのじゃんけんゲーム「チャリンチャリーン！コインいっぱい！おしゃべりじゃんけんゲーム」を新発売する。

Facts

  • End of Sept. 2026
  • Ages 3 and up
  • 5,478 yen
  • 4,980 yen
  • 15 types in total

Companies mentioned：株式会社ジョイパレット

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A traffic safety initiative involving companies from a range of industries, including sales fleets, trucks and taxis: More than 100 companies take part in “DRIVE CHART Traffic Safety Campaign 2026,” using AI dashcams

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

GOドライブ株式会社 held “DRIVE CHART Traffic Safety Campaign 2026,” using its AI dashcam service “DRIVE CHART,” from July to August 2026, with participation from 104 companies and more than 54,000 people. 34 companies met their targets, and the overall average reduction in risky driving was 8.6%.

Facts

  • 104 companies participated
  • More than 54,000 administrators and drivers
  • 34 companies met their targets
  • Companies reducing risky driving: 61 companies
  • Average reduction rate overall: 8.6%
  • Highest reduction rate: 80%
  • 85% of drivers said they had become more aware

Companies mentioned：GOドライブ株式会社、一般財団法人 全日本交通安全協会、株式会社あじわい亭、イカリ消毒沖縄株式会社、エームサービス株式会社、株式会社M.O.C、オルガノプラントサービス株式会社、関西シグナルサービス株式会社、株式会社かんでんエンジニアリング、株式会社国際電気、株式会社五洋電子、株式会社サンゲツ、新菱冷熱工業株式会社、タイムズサービス株式会社、中央液化ガス株式会社、株式会社長北電設、日和サービス株式会社、日立空調ソリューションズ株式会社、株式会社日立産機システム、株式会社日立製作所、株式会社日立プロパティアンドサービス、株式会社日立リアルエステートパートナーズ、芙蓉総合リース株式会社、株式会社北海道日立、株式会社南九州ファミリーマート、株式会社明光社、株式会社メフォス、森永乳業クリニコ株式会社、八洲プラント建設株式会社、株式会社ヨシケイ埼玉、株式会社ヨシケイ東埼玉、株式会社レッドアンドイエロー、株式会社ウナン、株式会社ＳＤＳ、大西運輸株式会社、岡山スイキュウ株式会社、株式会社オリエンタルベーカリー、株式会社クロス企画、ケイ・エム運輸有限会社、株式会社坂野組運輸、株式会社杉孝、株式会社太陽油化、つるとみ運輸株式会社、株式会社低温、八千代重量株式会社、株式会社ヤマックス、アサヒタクシー株式会社、飛鳥交通株式会社、株式会社エコロ21、遠鉄タクシー株式会社、大阪大同交通株式会社、大曽根タクシー株式会社、有限会社香川第一交通、京和タクシー株式会社、有限会社キョーシン、京王自動車株式会社、国際交通株式会社、小和田交通株式会社、静鉄タクシー株式会社、株式会社シティタクシー、親切タクシー株式会社、すばる交通株式会社、有限会社大鵬タクシー、宝交通株式会社、宝自動車交通株式会社、株式会社ＴａＫｕＲｏｏ、つくば観光交通株式会社、帝都自動車交通株式会社、東栄興業株式会社、東宝タクシー株式会社、東日本交通株式会社、日立自動車交通第二株式会社、文化タクシー株式会社、水戸交通有限会社、南タクシー株式会社、彌榮自動車株式会社

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World No. 1* food-waste reduction app from the Nordics, “Too Good To Go,” launches at long-established bakery “アンテンドゥ”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Too Good To Go Japan株式会社 has partnered with 株式会社アンテンドゥ to launch the “Too Good To Go” app at 2 locations, Kichijoji and Komazawa, starting Sept. 30, 2026, offering “Surprise Bags” of surplus bread at half price.

Facts

  • From September 30, 2026 (Wednesday)
  • At 2 locations
  • Half the regular price (50% OFF)
  • since its founding in 1985
  • Operates 18 bakeries in Tokyo
  • Operating in 20 countries
  • Original1億2,000 万を超える登録ユーザー
  • More than 200,000 partner businesses
  • More than 600 million meals of food waste prevented to date
  • Registered user count surpasses 500,000
  • Founded: 2015 (headquarters in Denmark)
  • 2025 (Japanese subsidiary)

Companies mentioned：Too Good To Go Japan株式会社、Too Good To Go、株式会社アンテンドゥ、アンテンドゥ、DJベーカリー、Carrefour、ALDI、ユニリーバ、スターバックス、Whole Foods Market、SPAR、PAUL Group

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【Tika’s New Halloween Costumes】Senritsu Kanano and Nanako Kurosaki unveil the latest collection!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社DRESS DESIGN WORKS’s cabaret dress brand “Tika” has begun selling 7 new Halloween costume dresses on its official e-commerce site. Featuring models Senritsu Kanano and Nanako Kurosaki, the items are designed around themes such as girly and little devil.

Facts

  • 7 new Halloween dresses
  • Phone: 06-6210-1708

Companies mentioned：株式会社DRESS DESIGN WORKS、Tika

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Issue Vol.13 of “AMILIE,” a specialist magazine on pets and homes! Features include veterinarian-supervised advice on preventing accidental ingestion, flood preparedness for pets and their owners, and homes for dog and cat lovers

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

ペットライフスタイル株式会 will publish Vol.13 of “AMILIE,” a specialist magazine on pets and homes, in late September 2026. This issue features veterinarian-supervised measures to prevent accidental ingestion, a flood preparedness guide, and coverage of 3 homes for dog and cat lovers.

Facts

  • Vol.13
  • Cumulative circulation of 750,000 copies
  • We will publish Vol.13 in late September 2026
  • Coverage of 3 homes
  • 7 pieces of furniture to use together
  • Approximately 12,000 veterinary hospitals nationwide

Companies mentioned：ペットライフスタイル株式会社、ナラシノ動物愛護病院、TeamHOPE、イデキョウホーム株式会社、未来創建株式会社、エヌスタイルズ株式会社

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MBK Digital introduces AI question-and-answer support at Mitsui & Co.'s shareholders meeting

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社MBKデジタル has introduced AI question-and-answer support at Mitsui & Co.'s shareholders meeting. Rather than generating answers, the system provides “recall assistance” by instantly searching for relevant information, presenting search results in an average of about 1 second and helping executives formulate answers in their own words.

Facts

  • June 2026
  • An average of about 1 second
  • Within about 10 seconds

Companies mentioned：株式会社MBKデジタル、三井物産株式会社、日本マイクロソフト株式会社、Microsoft Corporation

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“RevoWorks ZONE” adds category filtering to strengthen access control

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J’s Communication will add a “DNS Protection Option” with a category-filtering feature powered by the Sophos engine to its secure internet access solution “RevoWorks ZONE,” with service starting Oct. 1, 2026.

Facts

  • We are pleased to announce that the service will begin on Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
  • Sales target: Expand the number of RevoWorks ZONE users to 300,000 over the next 3 years
  • Including more than 400 municipalities, such as designated cities

Companies mentioned：ジェイズ・コミュニケーション株式会社、ソフォス株式会社、セグエグループ株式会社

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【First arrival in Japan】From Florence, the home of gelato. The hugely popular, 2-cone award-winning gelato shop “Gelateria Gabriele Vannucci ” opens in Shinjuku on Tuesday, Oct. 13

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株式会社FIKA will open “Gelateria Gabriele Vannucci,” a gelato shop originating in Florence, Italy, in Shinjuku on Oct. 13, 2026. The shop is led by an artisan with experience at Michelin-starred restaurants, and has signed an exclusive operating license agreement for Japan.

Facts

  • Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026
  • About 10 shops in 4 days
  • 【8 flavors】of gelato
  • Single: 530 yen
  • Double: 650 yen
  • 100 yen extra each
  • Special price of 300 yen

Companies mentioned：株式会社FIKA、UNPLAN Shinjuku、Falstaff、TuttoGelato、AMPI、Gambero Rosso、コヨイノパフェ、ソロサウナtune

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Mirakl launches Japanese-language support for “Catalog Transformer,” which automates product listings with AI

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Mirakl株式会社 will officially launch Japanese-language support for “Catalog Transformer,” an AI-powered product listing automation feature, on Sept. 29, 2026.

Facts

  • Sept. 29, 2026
  • More than 450 companies

Companies mentioned：Mirakl株式会社、Mirakl、アイリスプラザ、サツドラホールディングス、ニトリ、Airbus、Best Buy、Carrefour、Macy’s

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ジュピターテクノロジー officially releases “Heimdal Remote Desktop,” enabling easy remote support

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ジュピターテクノロジー will begin selling Heimdal Security社’s integrated remote support solution “Heimdal Remote Desktop” in October 2026.

Facts

  • October 2026
  • 114,100 yen (excluding tax)

Companies mentioned：ジュピターテクノロジー株式会社、Heimdal Security社、ジュピターテクノロジー

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【ムーミン アラビア】Special collaboration with the Moomin Museum in Tampere, Finland: “Winter Night Glow” launches Wednesday, Oct. 28

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フィスカース ジャパン株式会社’s “ムーミン アラビア” will launch the limited-edition “Winter Night Glow” collection on Oct. 28, 2026, inspired by original artwork in the collection of the Moomin Museum in Tampere, Finland.

Facts

  • Launching Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026
  • Mug, 0.3 L
  • Price: 4,800 yen
  • ¥5,280 including tax
  • Price: 4,300 yen
  • 4,730 yen including tax
  • 50 winners selected by lottery
  • Published in 1972
  • Opened in 1987
  • Moved to its current facility in 2017
  • About 10 years after its launch
  • Since its founding in 1873
  • Established in 1649
  • Originalフィスカース ジャパンは 2017 年に発足いたしました

Companies mentioned：フィスカース ジャパン株式会社、ムーミン アラビア、フィスカースグループ、Moomin Characters Oy Ltd.、イッタラ、アラビア、ロイヤル コペンハーゲン、ジョージ ジェンセン、ウェッジウッド

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【Who pays, or do you split the bill? Which are you?】About 60% of women say, “If he doesn’t pay the full bill on the first date, there won’t be a next time!”

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A survey by 株式会社プラスエイト found that about 60% of unmarried women tend to turn down a second date if their date does not pay the full bill on the first date, while about 60% of men said they were willing to pay. The survey also found that differences in attitudes toward grooming and sincerity affect how people view paying.

Facts

  • About 60% of women
  • I want to pay the entire bill myself (34.6%)
  • I want to split the bill exactly down the middle (29.1%)
  • I want to pay a larger share (28.1%)
  • I want to split the bill exactly down the middle (42.0%)
  • I’d prefer men to pay more if possible (32.3%)
  • I’d like the other person to pay the full amount (22.7%)
  • An affordable split is the easiest and best option (26.9%)
  • I feel sorry for men because they bear too much of the cost (21.7%)
  • The back-and-forth over who pays is a hassle (18.9%)
  • Goes up significantly (28.5%)
  • Goes up slightly (43.0%)
  • I absolutely don’t want to go (11.6%)
  • I don’t really want to go (43.8%)
  • I do it every time (14.7%)
  • I’ve done it a few times (27.7%)
  • I’ve never done it (57.6%)
  • I deeply regret it, feeling it was a waste of time and money (21.2%)
  • I get annoyed that they’re waiting to be treated, even at that level (19.6%)
  • I settle the bill quickly and vow never to contact them again (18.8%)
  • I feel it was a waste of time (32.7%)
  • I feel relieved that there’s no reason to meet again (23.1%)
  • Splitting the bill is easier and more reassuring than being treated (14.1%)

Companies mentioned：株式会社プラスエイト、+8プラスエイト

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“NLCS Kobe” completes ¥8.3 billion in financing for new campus construction on Mount Rokko in Kobe

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八光エルアール株式会社 has completed the arrangement of an ¥8.3 billion syndicated loan, with Resona Bank as arranger, to build a new Mount Rokko campus for the British international school “NLCS Kobe.” The total project cost is approximately ¥9.54 billion.

Facts

  • Arrangement of an ¥8.3 billion syndicated loan
  • New school building to open in Rokko National Park in 2028
  • Total project cost: approximately ¥9.54 billion
  • Subsidy amount: approximately ¥2.33 billion

Companies mentioned：八光エルアール株式会社、North London Collegiate School、NLCS Kobe、株式会社りそな銀行、AMDL CIRCLE

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Original北辰水産、南行徳駅高架下に持ち帰り専門の鮨店「北辰鮨 南行徳店」を9月30日オープン

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株式会社北辰水産 will open the takeout-only sushi shop “北辰鮨 南行徳店” at Metro Center Minami-Gyotoku, beneath Minami-Gyotoku Station in Ichikawa, Chiba Prefecture, on September 30, 2026. To mark the opening, the shop will offer 10% off all items through October 4.

Facts

  • Sept. 30, 2026
  • 10% off all items

Companies mentioned：株式会社北辰水産、北辰水産、千葉ロッテマリーンズ、楽天市場

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【84.3% participant satisfaction】NPO法人HIKIDASHI holds its 1st corporate “preconception care training” monitor session; recruitment of the remaining 1 company continues

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特定非営利活動法人HIKIDASHI has completed its 1st monitor session for its corporate “preconception care training,” achieving a satisfaction rating of 84.3%. Recruitment of the remaining 1 company is ongoing.

Facts

  • Awareness of “preconception care” before the training was 29.8%
  • 70.2% said, “This was the first time I had heard of it”
  • The share who said it “seems likely to be useful for future work and life” was 93.0%
  • Remaining 1 company
  • Number of respondents: 57
  • Understanding of the importance of working while respecting each other’s health and life plans: 94.8%

Companies mentioned：特定非営利活動法人HIKIDASHI、NPO法人HIKIDASHI、HIKIDASHI

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OriginalHOVERAir、手持ちから空撮まで1台で楽しめる 「HOVERAir VERSA（バーサ）」を9月29日（火）より 「Makuake」で先行販売プロジェクト開始

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ZERO ZERO ROBOTICS launched an advance sales project for its new camera, “HOVERAir VERSA,” which combines handheld filming and autonomous aerial photography in 1 device, on the crowdfunding service Makuake on September 29, 2026.

Facts

  • Sept. 29 (Tue.), 2026
  • 17.5 stops
  • 4K/60fps
  • 10-bit HDR
  • More than 10 types
  • Friday, Nov. 13
  • ¥177,800 (tax included)
  • ¥162,600 (tax included)
  • ¥139,800 (tax included)
  • ¥127,900 (tax included)

Companies mentioned：ZERO ZERO ROBOTICS、Makuake

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【Sales begin today at 11 a.m.】Bicycle-only PICO AR HUD “Iris Green,” which projects navigation, speed and time ahead, launches on CAMPFIRE | Up to 38% off and ¥1,000 off coupon available on the first day only

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株式会社RT has begun advance sales on CAMPFIRE for “Iris Green,” a bicycle-only PICO AR HUD. The product projects information such as direction of travel and speed onto the road using MEMS LBS green laser technology. Discounts of up to 38% and a ¥1,000 off coupon available on the first day only apply.

Facts

  • Up to 38% off
  • 1,000 yen off
  • Approximately 100 m ahead
  • IP56

Companies mentioned：株式会社RT、CAMPFIRE

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展示 of retrofit electric locks for medicine storage rooms and key checkout management

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タカハ機工株式会社 will exhibit the IC-card-compatible retrofit electric lock unit “カザスト,” the “スマートKeyBox” key checkout management box, and a remote payload release device for drones at RISCON TOKYO 2026, held at Tokyo Big Sight from September 30 to October 2.

Facts

  • Starting Wednesday, September 30
  • through Friday, October 2
  • 4J-16

Companies mentioned：タカハ機工株式会社

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Shizuoka Bank and Zevero sign comprehensive business-matching agreement to support decarbonization management at companies in the prefecture

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Shizuoka Bank and Zevero have signed a comprehensive business-matching agreement to support decarbonization management at companies in Shizuoka Prefecture.

Facts

  • FY2030
  • 46%
  • 1,752 clients

Companies mentioned：株式会社静岡銀行、しずおかフィナンシャルグループ、株式会社Zevero

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Advance applications for new S13 granule spreading device to begin October 1

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株式会社NTT e-Drone Technology will begin accepting advance applications for its new S13 granule spreading device for agricultural drones on October 1, 2026.

Facts

  • Approximately 2.5 times the previous model
  • Particle size: 1 mm–5 mm
  • ¥250,000
  • Oct. 1, 2026

Companies mentioned：株式会社NTT e-Drone Technology、NTT 東日本グループ

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Whatever you wear, you still get hungry. — An autumn of sweet potatoes, chestnuts and mushrooms (横浜モアーズ)

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横浜モアーズ, operated by 株式会社横浜岡田屋, will hold its “Autumn of Sweet Potatoes, Chestnuts and Mushrooms” menu fair starting October 1. Restaurants and cafes in the building will offer limited-time autumn menus, and a stamp rally will give participants original novelty gifts.

Facts

  • Starting October 1
  • Original1会計1,000円（税込）以上
  • Collect 2 stamps
  • 1F Information Counter
  • Reception hours: 10:00–21:00
  • April 2024
  • 9th-floor restaurant area
  • In Nov. 2024
  • First major renovation in 16 years

Companies mentioned：株式会社横浜岡田屋、横浜モアーズ、鉄板焼 天、EX yokohama、8TH SEA OYSTER Bar、和牛とおでん 六重亭、味の牛たん 喜助、やきとり 荒木山、石臼引き二八そば そばしき紀尾井町、横浜 権之介、サワダ茶楼、横濱 小籠包マニア、築地 寿司清、黒十、焼肉トラジ、ハングリータイガー、グッドスプーン、ユニコーヒーロースタリー、マーファカフェ、キリンシティ、スターバックス コーヒー、BEAMS LIFE、(株)サン・アド

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Highlighting the work and social role of group homes for people with disabilities to strengthen recruitment of people who share the organization’s vision and mission

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ソーシャルインクルー株式会社 has revamped its recruitment website to highlight the social role of group homes for people with disabilities and the appeal of working in them, and to strengthen recruitment of people who share its vision.

Facts

  • A society of “0”
  • 【Established】 April 2017

Companies mentioned：ソーシャルインクルー株式会社

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Online tutoring service マナリンク strengthens its “AI Tutor” for parents, addressing concerns about children’s educational paths and learning

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株式会社NoSchool has enhanced “AI Tutor,” a consultation feature for parents on its online tutoring platform, マナリンク. Rather than providing subject instruction, the AI offers 24-hour consultations on educational paths, learning strategies and how parents can support learning at home, based on accumulated learning data. Its new “Recommended Consultation Topics” feature makes it easier to get started.

Facts

  • Originalプロ講師が約800名（※1）登録しています。
  • Original（※1）2026年9月時点
  • It suggests 3 topics each month.

Companies mentioned：株式会社NoSchool、マナリンク

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NTT Security Japan sponsors “ITmedia CxO Insights 2026 Fall”

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NTT Security Japan is sponsoring “ITmedia CxO Insights 2026 Fall,” hosted by ITmedia on October 15, 2026. Taro Sekine, executive vice president and representative director of NTTセキュリティホールディングス, will speak at the event.

Facts

  • Oct. 15, 2026
  • More than 20 years

Companies mentioned：NTTセキュリティ・ジャパン株式会社、ITmedia、NTTセキュリティホールディングス株式会社、NTTグループ

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Hayato Iwakuma, representative director and CEO of カスタマーサクセス株式会社, to give a special lecture at “OUTCOME 2026.” The theme: ending the “sell and move on” approach and shifting to management focused on customer outcomes

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株式会社UPDATA will hold “OUTCOME 2026,” a B2B conference focused on customer outcomes, with special cooperation from 一般社団法人日本カスタマーサクセス協会. Hayato Iwakuma, CEO of カスタマーサクセス株式会社, will deliver a special lecture on shifting to management that puts an end to the “sell and move on” approach.

Facts

  • Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026
  • Capacity: 600 people
  • Supported more than 100,000 customers in approximately 5 years
  • Capital: 82.5 million yen
  • Established: September 2007
  • Established: Nov. 2024

Companies mentioned：株式会社UPDATA、一般社団法人日本カスタマーサクセス協会、カスタマーサクセス株式会社、DeNA、弁護士ドットコム株式会社、コミューン株式会社、テックタッチ株式会社、株式会社うるるBPO、株式会社Channel Corporation、株式会社Verbex、株式会社メディックス、株式会社Growth DX、ギグワークスアドバリュー株式会社、アディッシュ株式会社、株式会社ATOMica KOMMONSカンパニー、株式会社ユニリタ、株式会社PR TIMES、Edge Works株式会社、株式会社PeopleX、PLAINER株式会社、TOYNOVA株式会社、株式会社EventHub、C-table株式会社、株式会社YOUTRUST、株式会社パートナープロップ、株式会社miibo、株式会社マツリカ、株式会社immedio

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Original愛知県立明和高等学校、夜間定時制のホームページにふりがなを自動表示する「ルビフルボタン」を導入

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一般財団法人ルビ財団 announced that it has introduced “Rubiful Button,” a feature that automatically displays furigana for kanji, on the website for the evening correspondence course at 愛知県立明和高等学校.

Facts

  • April 2024
  • May 24, 2023

Companies mentioned：一般財団法人ルビ財団、愛知県立明和高等学校

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【BIOHEAL BOH（バイオヒールボ）】白岩瑠姫（JO1）さん named a new ambassador for the 3D Lifting Line! New product visuals and video unveiled

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Korean skincare brand “BIOHEAL BOH” has named 白岩瑠姫 of JO1 as its new ambassador for the 3D Lifting Line and unveiled 2 new products and their promotional visuals.

Facts

  • On sale from November 1, 2026 (Sunday)
  • Unveiled on September 29, 2026 (Tuesday)
  • 150mL ¥2,200 (tax included)
  • 110mL ¥2,750 (tax included)
  • Attracted a cumulative total of 250,000 people

Companies mentioned：CJ Olive Young Japan株式会社、BIOHEAL BOH、JO1、Qoo10、Amazon、ZOZOTOWN、ニッポン放送、バイオヒールボ

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マカイラ joins as the first corporate member of 日本ソーシャルマーケティング協会（JSMA）’s “Social Good Partner” program

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マカイラ株式会社 is joining as the first member of 日本ソーシャルマーケティング協会（JSMA）’s newly established corporate membership program, “Social Good Partner,” and will begin working with JSMA and 同志社大学瓜生原葉子研究室.

Facts

  • First
  • Since its founding in 2014

Companies mentioned：マカイラ株式会社、日本ソーシャルマーケティング協会、JSMA、国際ソーシャルマーケティング協会、iSMA、豪州(AASM)、欧州(ESMA)、北米(SMANA)、米国北西岸(PNSMA)、南米(LAMSO)、アフリカ(ASMA)、アジア(ASMA)

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“I tried all kinds of things. In the end, I came back to 100% cotton from GUNZE.” The story behind “the GUNZE,” which welcomes back adults who once turned away from cotton: “A lifelong commitment to 100% cotton”

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グンゼ株式会社 has unveiled a landing page for its direct-store-only brand “the GUNZE” to mark the 130th anniversary of its founding in August 2026. In response to customers returning to the comfort of 100% cotton amid the popularity of synthetic-fiber underwear, the company offers products enhanced with moisture absorption and release, odor control and other properties through molecular-level modification technology.

Facts

  • 130th anniversary of the company’s founding in August 2026
  • Cumulative shipments of 470 million units
  • Loved for more than 25 years
  • Cuts ammonia odors from sweat and other smells by more than 90%

Companies mentioned：グンゼ株式会社、the GUNZE、快適工房

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Original【金融業102名調査｜「置き場所」があっても非効率は残る】46.1%が「過去のファイル探しに時間がかかる」ファイル管理サービス選定基準の第1位は「過去のファイルを素早く探し出せること」で42.2%

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A survey of 102 people in the financial industry conducted by 株式会社Fleekdrive found that time spent searching for old files and inefficiencies in checking for the latest versions are challenges in file management. “Searchability” is the top priority when choosing a service.

Facts

  • 102 people
  • 46.1%
  • 42.2%
  • 38.2%
  • 28.4%
  • 37.3%
  • 47.1%
  • 15.7%

Companies mentioned：株式会社Fleekdrive、IDEATECH

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October 20: “A Night of Women Executives Speaking Out”｜3rd “Snack Yano Kei × Akira and Seniors Speak Out” event

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株式会社プロ人材機構 and 株式会社矢野経済研究所 will jointly hold “A Night of Women Executives Speaking Out” on October 20.

Facts

  • Date and time: October 20, 2026 (Tuesday), 18:00–20:00
  • Doors open at 17:30
  • Admission: ¥13,200 (tax included)
  • An independent, full-service marketing research firm founded in 1958
  • Joined the 共同通信グループ in 2018
  • Publishes more than 250 market report topics annually
  • Undertakes commissioned research and consulting projects totaling more than 600 assignments

Companies mentioned：株式会社プロ人材機構、株式会社矢野経済研究所、TBS、TVS、共同通信グループ

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【Opening October 9 (Friday)】Popular Oita-born mala tang restaurant 福恩（フーエン）麻辣湯, known for its never-ending lines, is finally coming to Tottori Prefecture! Expanding across Japan with a goal of 100 locations

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TPS株式会社 is expanding its mala tang restaurant 福恩麻辣湯, which opened in Tottori City, Tottori Prefecture, on October 9, 2026, with the goal of reaching 100 locations nationwide.

Facts

  • Oct. 9, 2026
  • 100 locations nationwide
  • Approx. 50 kinds of ingredients
  • 100 yen off

Companies mentioned：TPS株式会社、福恩麻辣湯、福恩（フーエン）麻辣湯

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【In-person seminar】“The Science of Stretching: Practical Workshop — The Optimal Joint Motion Standard Approach for Translating Evidence into Hands-on Techniques,” to be held October 17, 2026 (Saturday)

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Original株式会社医学書院は、医療・運動従事者向けに対面セミナー『ストレッチングを科学する 実践ワークショップ』を2026年10月17日に開催する。講師は中村雅俊教授で、参加費は1名につき16,500円（税込）。

Facts

  • October 17, 2026 (Saturday)
  • 13:30～17:30
  • 16,500 yen (tax included)
  • 4-hour in-person workshop

Companies mentioned：株式会社医学書院、西九州大学リハビリテーション学部リハビリテーション学科理学療法学専攻、長崎大学、京都大学大学院医学研究科、同志社大学スポーツ健康科学部、新潟医療福祉大学リハビリテーション学部

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Autodesk announces new AI features for “Fusion,” “Inventor” and “Vault” at AU 2026

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At AU 2026, Autodesk announced new AI features for Fusion, Inventor and Vault to support the automation and streamlining of design and manufacturing processes.

Facts

  • 2026
  • September 15 to 17, 2026
  • Approximately 40 countries and regions worldwide

Companies mentioned：Autodesk、米国 Autodesk, Inc.、オートデスク株式会社

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【The Asian Games are here!】Official Aichi-Nagoya 2026 licensed merchandise shop to open at ジェイアール名古屋タカシマヤ

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Official licensed merchandise shops for the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games and Asian Para Games will open for a limited time at ジェイアール名古屋タカシマヤ from September 30 to October 6.

Facts

  • 1,650 yen
  • 880 yen
  • September 30 (Wed.)
  • Tuesday, Oct. 6

Companies mentioned：愛知・名古屋2026マーケティング代理店業務共同事業体ライセンシング事務局、ジェイアール名古屋タカシマヤ

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Kagawa’s first German beer festival, “KAGAWA OKTOBER FEST 2026,” to be held against the backdrop of the Seto Inland Sea at sunset!

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Kagawa Prefecture will host its first German beer festival, “KAGAWA OKTOBER FEST 2026,” at Sunport Takamatsu from October 2 to 15, 2026. The event will serve 10 beer brands imported directly from Germany along with local cuisine, and will also feature an air show by Yoshihide Muroya and stage events.

Facts

  • Friday， October 2， 2026
  • Over 14 days
  • Beer from 10 brands
  • Saturday, October 3

Companies mentioned：公益社団法人香川県観光協会、県立アリーナを活用した観光コンテンツづくり事業実行委員会、ホフブロイ、シュパーテン、シュナイダーヴァイセ、リーゲレ、ヒューガルデン、トゥーハー、ビットブルガー、アルコブロイ、パウラーナー、ハッカープショール、Bavaria Trio

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Removing the barriers that leave older adults saying, “I want to go, but I can’t,” and creating opportunities to participate in social gatherings. A trial of brainco, a hybrid-participation health promotion service, was held at Hidamari Salon in Yasu, Shiga Prefecture, with mobility support.

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A trial of brainco, a health promotion service for seniors from ジョージ・アンド・ショーン株式会社, was held at Hidamari Salon in Yasu, Shiga Prefecture. A hybrid-participation model with mobility support was introduced, making use of ゴイッショやす, a shared transportation service from ダイハツ工業株式会社.

Facts

  • Approximately 15% of adults aged 65 and older
  • Participation rate of 30% or less
  • Provided rides to a total of more than 20,000 people

Companies mentioned：ジョージ・アンド・ショーン株式会社、一般社団法人やす地域共生社会推進協会、ダイハツ工業株式会社

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Original全学部の学生が集う京都産業大学「天地館」にキャリア支援カフェ「知るカフェ」出店決定！

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京都産業大学 and 株式会社エンリッション will open Shiru Café Kyoto Sangyo University in December 2026 at Tenchikan on the university campus. The café will provide career support and be open exclusively to students.

Facts

  • Dec. 2026
  • 10 faculties and 1 academic division
  • Approximately 15,000 people
  • About 60%
  • Approximately 50,000 people per month
  • Approximately 5,600 times annually
  • 1965
  • 2013

Companies mentioned：京都産業大学、株式会社エンリッション、ENRISSION Inc.、東京大学、京都大学、Mitty株式会社、ENRISSION INDIA CAPITAL株式会社、Enrission India Pvt.Ltd

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“Were shrines facilities for sealing away vengeful gods?” A new book delving into the nature of the awe Japanese people have felt for 二千 years, 『祟り神 なぜ日本人は怨霊を祀るのか』, goes on sale today, Sept. 29

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方丈社 will release 『祟り神 なぜ日本人は怨霊を祀るのか』 on Sept. 29, a new book that uses historical documents to uncover the identities of the 五 great vengeful gods, including Taira no Masakado and Susanoo. The author is Manabu Toya.

Facts

  • Release date: Sept. 29, 2026
  • List price: ¥2,200 (tax included)
  • Specifications: shiroku-ban, paperback, 264 pages

Companies mentioned：株式会社方丈社、方丈社、河出文庫、Amazon、楽天ブックス

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Codomon childcare and education ICT service expands municipal use across daycare centers and after-school programs — adopted by 760 municipalities nationwide, with 114 municipalities using it for both daycare centers and after-school programs

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株式会社コドモン announced that its childcare and education ICT service CoDMON had been adopted by 760 municipalities nationwide as of Sept. 1, 2026, including 114 municipalities using it for both daycare centers and after-school programs.

Facts

  • Adopted by 760 municipalities nationwide
  • Adoption rate of approximately 49%
  • A total of 7,006 public childcare facilities currently use Codomon
  • 99.7% retention rate among facilities using the service
  • 97.1% of municipalities using the service said that it had resolved issues they faced before its introduction

Companies mentioned：株式会社コドモン、株式会社東京商工リサーチ

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Base44 enables app creators to integrate Google Ads campaign creation and management directly into their apps

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Wix.com Ltd. announced that Base44 has launched a new feature, developed in collaboration with Google, that enables users to create and manage Google Ads Performance Max campaigns directly within apps.

Facts

  • Base44 Inc., founded by Maor Shlomo in 2024
  • In June 2025, Base44 was acquired by Wix.com Ltd., a global platform that helps users build, manage and grow a complete digital presence.
  • Established in 2006

Companies mentioned：Wix.com Ltd.、Base44、Google、Wix.com Japan株式会社、Base44 Inc.

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Halloween Fair in October! “Trick or Treat: Complete Kiranah’s missions and win sweets!” | Dates: Saturday, Oct. 3–Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026 [キラナガーデン豊洲]

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A Halloween Fair will be held at キラナガーデン豊洲, operated by 株式会社Kiranah Resort, from Oct. 3 through 31, 2026. The event will feature a costume festival, sweets for completing missions, and a variety of other activities.

Facts

  • Original2026年10月3日(土)～31日(土)
  • Approximately 7,000 m²
  • BBQ facility: 700 seats
  • Restaurant: 100 seats

Companies mentioned：株式会社Kiranah Resort、キラナガーデン豊洲

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Original「人」中心の経営への転換を図る『新・船井流 “人財開花型” 経営計画策定 1Dayワークショップ』を10月10日（土）に開催

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株式会社船井総研ヒューマンキャピタルコンサルティング will hold a workshop on developing a “people-potential-focused” business plan on Oct. 10, 2026. Guests from 株式会社カクイチ and 医療法人社団悠翔会 will share examples of organizational transformation.

Facts

  • Saturday, Oct. 10
  • Annual growth of 17%
  • Approximately 1.6 times
  • 55,000 yen including tax

Companies mentioned：株式会社船井総研ヒューマンキャピタルコンサルティング、株式会社カクイチ、医療法人社団悠翔会、株式会社朝日広告社

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The second mystery-solving game based on Umineko When They Cry is coming! It will run for about 1 month in Shinjuku starting Oct. 24! New merchandise will also be on sale at the venue.

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株式会社stamps (よだかのレコード) will stage the second installment of its dramatic mystery-solving game based on Umineko When They Cry at a venue in Shinjuku starting Oct. 24, 2026.

Facts

  • Oct. 24, 2026
  • Nov. 29
  • Advance ticket: 4,500 yen
  • At the door 5,000 yen
  • Advance ticket: 18,000 yen
  • Same-day ticket: 20,000 yen
  • For 3 people

Companies mentioned：株式会社stamps、よだかのレコード、07th Expansion

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Original【アツラエ名古屋松坂屋店】8周年記念 ジュエリーリフォームフェアを開催

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株式会社オリエント4C's will hold an “8th Anniversary Jewelry Remake Fair” at 松坂屋名古屋店. The event will include same-day repairs by craftspeople, consultations with a JJA award-winning designer, and gold and platinum purchases at an 8% premium.

Facts

  • More than 800 designs
  • ¥33,000 including tax
  • Matsuzakaya gift certificate worth 1,000 yen
  • Nationally certified Level 1 skills test technician
  • 8% increase in purchase price

Companies mentioned：株式会社オリエント4C's、アツラエ〈ATSURAE Jewelry Reform by ajour〉、松坂屋名古屋店、ajour

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[Finalists announced] 7th Japan Sustainable Seafood Award selects 6 finalists from Japan and Asia

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ジャパン・サステナブルシーフード・アワード実行委員会 selected 6 finalists for the 7th JSSA 2026: 3 from the domestic category and 3 from the newly established Asia category. The awards ceremony will be held at TSSS 2026 on Oct. 21, 2026.

Facts

  • 7th
  • 6 groups in total
  • 3 groups from the domestic category
  • 3 groups from the Asia category
  • 2 groups in total received encouragement awards
  • Oct. 21, 2026

Companies mentioned：株式会社FARMER YOU、一般社団法人BLUE REVIVE、山川町漁業協同組合、認定NPO法人ヒューマンライツ・ナウ、AP2HI（Indonesia Pole & Line and Handline Tuna Association）、HRWG（Human Rights Working Group）、SEAFDEC/TD（The Training Department of the Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center）、EDFインドネシア（Environmental Defense Fund Indonesia）、ASC（水産養殖管理協議会）ジャパン、一般社団法人 MSC（海洋管理協議会）ジャパン、一般社団法人セイラーズフォーザシー日本支局、公益財団法人世界自然保護基金ジャパン（WWFジャパン）、株式会社シーフードレガシー、ジャパン・サステナブルシーフード・アワード実行委員会

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“Nippon Foundation eSports GOMI in Tokushima AG BASE” held! The winner was awaken glow Team A. The 63 participants collected a total of 53.1 kg of trash!

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At AG BASE in Tokushima City, awaken glow Team A won “Nippon Foundation eSports GOMI in Tokushima AG BASE,” jointly organized by 徳島クリエイティブプロジェクト運営委員会 and the Nippon Foundation SpoGOMI Federation. The 63 participants collected a total of 53.1 kg of trash.

Facts

  • 21 teams in total
  • Total trash: 9.506 kg
  • Points earned: 1,204 pt
  • Amount of trash collected: 5.836 kg
  • Points earned: 738 pt
  • Amount of trash collected: 1.835 kg
  • Points earned: 597 pt
  • Leads another team by 78 points
  • Collected at least 7.2 kg of trash
  • Ahead of the runner-up team by 466 points
  • A record 12 consecutive chains

Companies mentioned：株式会社Life Reversal Gaming.、横濱OneMM、一般財団法人日本財団スポGOMI連盟、徳島クリエイティブプロジェクト運営委員会、NPO法人あろまぷらす、エフエムびざん、学校法人龍昇学園、徳島県、徳島市教育委員会、四国放送、ＦＭ 徳島、徳島新聞社、公益財団法人日本財団

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—Queensland, northeastern Australia— Australia’s first drive tourism promotion with AVISレンタカー and クイーンズランド州政府観光局

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クイーンズランド州政府観光局 and AVISレンタカー’s Japan general agent 株式会社ジェイバ are jointly launching a drive tourism promotion for Queensland. In addition to publishing a special website and videos, they will run a campaign offering Amazon digital gift cards by lottery to people who book through the AVISレンタカー official website.

Facts

  • 4 routes
  • September 20 (Sunday), 2026
  • Thursday, Dec. 31
  • 100 winners
  • 1,000 yen worth
  • Population of approximately 5.7 million

Companies mentioned：クイーンズランド州政府観光局、AVISレンタカー、株式会社ジェイバ、Amazon

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Sales begin for accommodation plans offered by 離れの宿 よもぎ埜 on the travel media site 旅色

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株式会社旅色トラベル has begun selling accommodation plans for 離れの宿 よもぎ埜 on the travel media site 旅色. The special plans include kaiseki cuisine featuring Fukushima beef steak and access to a heated stone spa.

Facts

  • As of September 29, 2026
  • A site covering approximately 2,000 tsubo
  • 15 guest rooms in total
  • Accommodates up to 4 guests
  • 1,100 yen/person
  • Original1回50分

Companies mentioned：株式会社旅色トラベル、離れの宿 よもぎ埜、株式会社ブランジスタ

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A special autumn-only course featuring abalone, shark fin and Peking duck: “Autumn Splendor Gourmet Course” now available at 中国料理 竹園, 宇都宮東武ホテルグランデ

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中国料理 竹園 at 宇都宮東武ホテルグランデ, operated by 株式会社東武ホテルマネジメント, is offering its special autumn-only “Autumn Splendor Gourmet Course,” featuring abalone, shark fin and Peking duck, from September 1 to November 30, 2026.

Facts

  • 17,000 yen per person
  • Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026
  • Monday, Nov. 30
  • 149 guest rooms in total

Companies mentioned：株式会社東武ホテルマネジメント、宇都宮東武ホテルグランデ、中国料理 竹園

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Infomart adopts “Uny Research AI Interview” to quickly identify customer business challenges

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株式会社インフォマート has adopted the direct research platform “Uny Research” and its “AI Interview” service, operated by 株式会社プロダクトフォース, to speed up customer validation and improve accuracy in developing new features.

Facts

  • A lead time of around 2 weeks to 1 month
  • Gathered feedback from 15 people in a few days
  • Less than 1/10 of conventional research costs
  • A cumulative total of 4,000 companies
  • More than 95,000 uses

Companies mentioned：株式会社プロダクトフォース、株式会社インフォマート、東京商工リサーチ

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UK-born ADMIRAL becomes the first to adopt “electric fiber” PIECLEX

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ADMIRAL, a UK-born sports fashion brand, has become the first to adopt PIECLEX, “electric fiber” developed by 株式会社ピエクレックス, a wholly owned subsidiary of 株式会社村田製作所, for a new T-shirt. Sales will begin on the ADMIRAL official e-commerce site on September 16, 2026.

Facts

  • Starting Wednesday, September 16, 2026
  • 6,930 yen (tax included)
  • 78% cotton
  • 22% polylactic acid (PIECLEX)

Companies mentioned：株式会社ピエクレックス、株式会社村田製作所、帝人フロンティア、ADMIRAL

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[Free white paper] “How to Drive Results with SFA × AI Agents: SFA Requirements for Integration and Practical Examples” released

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ソフトブレーン株式会社 has released a free white paper titled “How to Drive Results with SFA × AI Agents: SFA Requirements for Integration and Practical Examples” on its sales enablement media site, “Sales Lab.”

Facts

  • About 80%
  • Original約3割
  • 500 people
  • June 17, 1992
  • 6,000 companies
  • 95％

Companies mentioned：ソフトブレーン株式会社、ソフトブレーン

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Taking Japan’s sauna culture to the world. TTNE looks to “the next 10 years” after taking the stage at 2 major international events: World Sauna Forum 2026 and International Sauna Congress 2026

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TTNE株式会社 took the stage at World Sauna Forum 2026, held in Finland in June 2026, and International Sauna Congress 2026, held in Norway in September of the same year, outlining its strategy for bringing Japanese sauna culture to the world and for “the next 10 years.”

Facts

  • June 2026
  • September of the same year
  • Approximately 400 people
  • More than 30 countries
  • More than 100 sauna projects
  • 500 registered medical-sector members
  • More than 1 million page views annually

Companies mentioned：TTNE株式会社、株式会社HARVIA JAPAN、日本サウナ学会、SAUNACHELIN、SAUNA37、SAUNA SELECT、SHOP[TTNE]

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“さとのばフォーラム2026” to be held for the first time in Nara! 2 days of cross-generational, cross-regional dialogue on the future of learning and work, fostering collaboration

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さとのば大学 (operated by 株式会社アスノオト) will hold “さとのばフォーラム2026” for the first time in Nara City, Nara Prefecture, on November 7 and 8, 2026. Co-hosted with 大和ハウスグループみらい価値共創センター “コトクリエ,” the event will bring together approximately 150 people for dialogue and collaboration on the future of learning and work.

Facts

  • 2 days, November 7 (Saturday) and 8 (Sunday), 2026
  • Around 150 people
  • General admission [2-day pass] 50,000 yen (tax included)
  • [1-day ticket] 25,000 yen (tax included)
  • University students [2-day pass] 20,000 yen (tax included)
  • [1-day ticket] 10,000 yen (tax included)
  • Application deadline: October 13, 2026 (Tuesday), by 23:59

Companies mentioned：株式会社アスノオト、さとのば大学、大和ハウスグループ、みらい価値共創センター コトクリエ、NPO法人学び３．０、8bitNews、株式会社風と土と、株式会社巡の環

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(株)羅針盤 begins operating the apartment hotel “COMPASS STAY 高輪.” Reservations open September 11, 2026

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株式会社羅針盤 began accepting reservations on September 11, 2026, for its apartment hotel “COMPASS STAY 高輪” in Takanawa, Minato City, Tokyo. The hotel has a private floor area of 58.83㎡ and can accommodate up to 7 guests.

Facts

  • September 11, 2026
  • Private floor area: 58.83㎡
  • Accommodates up to 7 guests

Companies mentioned：株式会社羅針盤、(株)羅針盤、COMPASS STAY

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パナソニック デジタル to showcase the latest solutions supporting manufacturing DX at the 29th Manufacturing World Osaka

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パナソニック デジタル株式会社 will exhibit at the 29th Manufacturing World Osaka, to be held at INTEX Osaka from October 7 to 9, 2026, showcasing 4 of its latest solutions supporting manufacturing DX: MES, digitized forms, generative AI monitoring and AI for leveraging quality knowledge.

Facts

  • Oct. 7, 2026
  • October 9
  • 4 solutions
  • 29th

Companies mentioned：パナソニック デジタル株式会社、パナソニック デジタル、パナソニックグループ

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Identity security platform “Josys” launches MCP server

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ジョーシス株式会社 has launched the “Josys MCP Server,” which connects the AI-driven identity security platform “Josys” with generative AI. An internal global hackathon held in August this year generated 18 use cases, including identifying unused licenses and overlooked account deletions for former employees, leading to annual cost savings of 1.5 million yen.

Facts

  • Annual cost savings of 1.5 million yen
  • All 18 cases
  • Set to begin at the end of fiscal 2026
  • Of 126 accounts
  • 47 had privileged accounts assigned
  • Unused IDs left unattended (50 days or more)

Companies mentioned：ジョーシス株式会社、Microsoft、Google Workspace、Slack、Claude Code、Claude Cowork、Cursor、Gemini、ChatGPT

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OriginalUiPath、Gartner®のインテリジェント・ドキュメント処理のマジック・クアドラントにおいて2年連続でリーダーの1社に位置付けられる

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UiPath was named a Leader for the second consecutive year in Gartner’s 2026 Magic Quadrant for Intelligent Document Processing.

Facts

  • 2 straight years
  • 2026 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™

Companies mentioned：UiPath、UiPath株式会社、Gartner

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マネーフォワード adopts “Notion” and “Notion AI”

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マネーフォワード adopted Notion and Notion AI as its company-wide information and work platform for approximately 2,800 employees. Aiming to build an AI-native organization, it completed the migration by the end of December 2025.

Facts

  • Approximately 2,800 people
  • Migration began in October 2025
  • Completed the rollout as a platform available to all employees by the end of December 2025

Companies mentioned：Notion Labs Japan合同会社、株式会社マネーフォワード、マネーフォワード

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AGEST to exhibit and speak at “HP Future of Work AI Conference 2026,” hosted by 日本HP

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株式会社AGEST will exhibit at “HP Future of Work AI Conference 2026,” hosted by 日本HP, and speak at a mini-seminar. It will introduce its latest solutions, including “AGEST ZERO TEST,” equipped with local AI.

Facts

  • Oct. 7, 2026
  • 11:00~19:00
  • 10-minute talk
  • September 28, 2026
  • Oct. 2, 2026

Companies mentioned：株式会社AGEST、日本HP、株式会社日本HP、日本マイクロソフト株式会社、株式会社ITコミュニケーションズ

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Craft beer and delicious food in nature! “UNBY Craft Beer & Camp” to be held in Sanda, Hyogo Prefecture, Oct. 24–25

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OriginalUNBY株式会社は、兵庫県三田市で2026年10月24日と25日に「UNBY クラフトビール＆キャンプ」を開催する。さんだびより、兵庫醸造、UNBY GENERAL GOODS STORE SANDAの3社共催で、クラフトビールの試飲やフード、アウトドアグッズの販売が行われる。

Facts

  • Saturday, Oct. 24 and Sunday, 25, 2026
  • 11:00〜17:00
  • Admission: Free
  • Adults (all-you-can-drink craft beer and soft drinks included) 10,000 yen
  • Adults (junior high school students and older) 6,000 yen
  • Option (all-you-can-drink soft drinks) 1,500 yen/person
  • Site: 1 plot, 7m × 7m

Companies mentioned：UNBY株式会社、UNBY GENERAL GOODS STORE(アンバイ ジェネラルグッズストア) 三田店、さんだびより、兵庫醸造、UNBY GENERAL GOODS STORE SANDA、Free Spirits Brewing、CRAFT BANK、Derailleur Brew Works、食堂ちきんち、ステーキ食堂マッセ、mamma、UNBY BOWL STAND、YOKA、UNBY GENERAL GOODS STORE、AS2OV、MinimalWorks

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Selected by exhibition marketing experts: “8 Noteworthy Trade Shows in October 2026” The peak of the fall trade show season: reading the “next market” across industry boundaries—from marketing, education, coffee, food, beauty and manufacturing

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株式会社展示会営業マーケティング has announced 8 noteworthy trade shows taking place in October 2026. It highlights the trend of industry boundaries becoming less distinct and new markets emerging during the fall trade show season, and explains the key points and exhibiting companies for each show.

Facts

  • 8 noteworthy trade shows
  • This will be the 64th edition
  • 1,089 visitors
  • 40.1％
  • 34.6％
  • About 150 companies will exhibit
  • About 250 companies will exhibit
  • 120 companies are scheduled to exhibit
  • About 500 companies will exhibit
  • About 14 million items on Amazon

Companies mentioned：株式会社展示会営業マーケティング、RX Japan、チョークデジタル、リブプロモーション、Extage、HAL、互興、オードリーコーポレーション、日本スペシャルティコーヒー協会、アイ・シー電子工業、インフォーマ マーケッツ ジャパン、三旺コーポレーション、メッセフランクフルト ジャパン株式会社、enufic、日本工作機械工業会、川崎重工業

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GIGABYTE launches “B450M H ARGB,” a Micro ATX motherboard featuring an AMD B450 chipset and AMD StoreMI technology support

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株式会社ニューエックス will launch the “B450M H ARGB,” a Micro ATX motherboard by GIGABYTE featuring an AMD B450 chipset, on Oct. 2, 2026.

Facts

  • Oct. 2, 2026
  • 9,980 yen (tax included)
  • 3-year product warranty

Companies mentioned：株式会社ニューエックス、GIGABYTE、GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY社、AMD

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Original「2年間の食品消費税1％のために、POS・周辺システムを2度見直しますか？」ランプ、テイクアウトを既存POSから切り出す「独立チャネル化」を提案

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株式会社ランプ is proposing the adoption of “テイクイーツ,” which separates takeout transactions from the existing POS and makes them an independent channel, in response to the 1% cut in the food consumption tax rate to be implemented for 2 years starting in April 2027.

Facts

  • Cut the consumption tax rate from the current 8% to 1%
  • For 2 years starting April 1, 2027
  • Return to the original tax rate starting in April 2029
  • Implemented at more than 3,500 stores nationwide

Companies mentioned：株式会社ランプ、テイクイーツ、Ritel

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【キル フェ ボン】2026 Autumn Menu: As the trees begin to change color, tarts turn autumnal too. The second release of the autumn menu features 27 varieties, including Tanba chestnuts, persimmons and pears, starting Thursday, Oct. 1

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キルフェボン株式会社 will begin selling 27 varieties of tarts made with ingredients such as Tanba chestnuts and persimmons at 12 stores nationwide from Oct. 1 as the second release of its autumn menu.

Facts

  • 27 varieties in total
  • all 12 stores
  • Piece: ¥2,500
  • Whole (21cm): ¥20,000

Companies mentioned：キルフェボン株式会社、キル フェ ボン、ヴァローナ社

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Originalさんふらわあ×Honda×クシタニ ３社コラボレーションによるレザーキーホルダーを発売

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Original株式会社商船三井さんふらわあは、本田技研工業株式会社および株式会社クシタニとの3社コラボレーションによるレザーキーホルダーを発売する。

Facts

  • Oct. 08, 2026
  • 1,300 yen
  • 6 vessels

Companies mentioned：株式会社商船三井さんふらわあ、本田技研工業株式会社、Honda、株式会社クシタニ、クシタニ

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【Event report】“Girls Meet STEM” 2026 Summer Tour held, with about 4,000 junior and senior high school girls participating in 184 company and organization tours nationwide

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公益財団法人山田進太郎D&I財団 held the 2026 summer tour of “Girls Meet STEM,” a STEM experience program for junior and senior high school girls, from July 18 to Aug. 31, 2026. About 4,000 participants took part in 184 tours nationwide.

Facts

  • Number of participating organizations: 150 (companies, organizations, etc.)
  • Expanded to 12 local governments

Companies mentioned：公益財団法人山田進太郎D&I財団、ソフトバンク、富士通、AGC、浜松ホトニクス、クボタ、ヤマハ発動機、積水ハウス、サイバーエージェント、三井化学、日産自動車、JR西日本、パナソニック エレクトリックワークス、第一ライフグループ、第一生命保険、ジャパン・ティッシュエンジニアリング（J-TEC）、森永製菓、南日本酪農協同、キヤノン、栗本鐵工所、塩野義製薬、ケイアイスター不動産、株式会社メルカリ

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Information Development to speak at HDI Academy on “People leave, AI goes astray—how to keep moving forward anyway”

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株式会社インフォメーション・ディベロプメント will exhibit and give a talk at “HDI Academy 2026 / KCS Academy 2026,” held Oct. 22–23, 2026. Principal Fellow Yoshitada Kurosumi will speak on “People leave, AI goes astray—how to keep moving forward anyway,” discussing strategies for addressing customer support challenges and shifting toward collaboration between AI and people.

Facts

  • Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026
  • 14:00～14:30
  • 5-minute walk
  • 5 strategic shifts
  • More than 40 sessions
  • Since its founding in 1969

Companies mentioned：株式会社インフォメーション・ディベロプメント、HDI-Japan、HDI、京王プラザホテル

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【Entries now open for e-commerce companies!】The 8th Next-Generation Commerce Awards (Japan Direct Marketing Association)

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公益社団法人日本通信販売協会 has opened entries for the 8th Next-Generation Commerce Awards. Entries will be evaluated from 3 perspectives: innovation, growth potential and social impact. Winning companies will be honored and invited to give commemorative lectures.

Facts

  • September 29
  • November 16
  • November 24
  • １６：００～１７：３０
  • About 5–10 minutes per company
  • January 27, 2027
  • 14 companies in total
  • More than 400 soy sauce breweries nationwide

Companies mentioned：公益社団法人 日本通信販売協会、株式会社千趣会、株式会社JAFサービス、株式会社髙島屋、株式会社ビタブリッドジャパン、林純薬工業株式会社、株式会社ふくべ鍛冶、試薬ダイレクト、ポチスパ、卒塔婆通販「卒塔婆屋さん」、グッズ、職人醤油、GREEN SPOON、Casie、ワイズロードPORTAL、rebake、Dcollection、FABRIC TOKYO、Subsclife、北欧、暮らしの道具店、メチャカリ

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A dream of the skies for a 5-year-old’s Shichi-Go-San: special hakama kimono featuring the Blue Impulse

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レンタル衣裳マイセレクト, operated by 株式会社LIN, has launched a new hakama kimono for 5-year-old boys for the 2026 Shichi-Go-San season, featuring the Japan Air Self-Defense Force’s Blue Impulse.

Facts

  • 2026 Shichi-Go-San
  • Shichi-Go-San for 5-year-olds
  • Number of new items: 2 outfits

Companies mentioned：株式会社LIN、レンタル衣裳マイセレクト

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【AIO measures】“メディア博士” strengthens website-building features for AI search and SEO

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株式会社博士.com has strengthened its support for building and operating dedicated platforms optimized for AI search (AIO) and SEO, using its in-house video editing tool “メディア博士.”

Companies mentioned：株式会社博士.com、メディア博士、マニュアル博士

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Star Kirby “Kirby Goods Collection 2026” to go on sale at post offices from Thursday, Oct. 1!!

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株式会社エンスカイ will begin selling “Star Kirby: Kirby Goods Collection 2026” at post office counters nationwide from Oct. 1, 2026, at about 1,600 locations. On Nov. 2 of the same year, it will also launch the “New Year’s Postcard Set 2027 with Bonus Stickers.” All items will also be available at the Ensky Shop.

Facts

  • On sale from Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
  • At post office counters at about 1,600 locations nationwide
  • Starting Monday, Nov. 2, 2026
  • Only about 200 locations out of approximately 1,600 are covered
  • Sales begin Nov. 2 (Mon.) at 12:00
  • Free shipping on purchases of ¥2,200 or more (tax included)
  • Price: ¥4,950 (tax included; shipping extra)
  • Price: ¥2,200 (tax included; shipping extra)
  • Price: ¥2,420 (tax included; shipping extra)
  • Price: ¥880 (tax included; shipping extra)

Companies mentioned：株式会社エンスカイ、株式会社郵便局物販サービス、Nintendo、HAL Laboratory, Inc.

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Originalプリングルズ「Hi! CHEESE!（ハイチーズ）」がリニューアル 10月5日（月）より発売

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“Hi! CHEESE!”, a classic flavor from potato chip brand “プリングルズ,” sold in more than 140 countries worldwide, has been revamped with a stronger cheese flavor and aroma and is scheduled to go on sale Oct. 5, 2026.

Facts

  • Sold in more than 140 countries worldwide
  • Scheduled to go on sale at convenience stores and other outlets nationwide from Oct. 5, 2026
  • At a family-owned company with sales of more than $65 billion
  • Has a workforce of 170,000 employees (associates)

Companies mentioned：日本ケロッグ合同会社、マース インコーレイテッド、Kellanova、プリングルズ

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[New release] A new writing experience through distinctive design. The new “COBRA” collection is now available from German writing instrument brand “ディプロマット”

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ダイヤモンド株式会社 launched the “COBRA” fountain pen, a new reptile-themed collection from German writing instrument brand “ディプロマット,” on Sept. 29, 2026.

Facts

  • Sept. 29, 2026
  • 31,900 yen
  • 40 g

Companies mentioned：ダイヤモンド株式会社、DIPLOMAT、ディプロマット

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