# AI News 180m Report｜2026-09-29 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 4 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.

## 青山商事 joins the “Kanagawa CO2CO2 (Kotsu Kotsu) Points+” program

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000432.000115161.html
- anchor: #n3094666
- Companies mentioned: 青山商事株式会社、洋服の青山、SUIT SQUARE

青山商事株式会社 has joined the “Kanagawa CO2CO2 (Kotsu Kotsu) Points+” decarbonization campaign run by Kanagawa Prefecture and launched an initiative to award points to customers purchasing eligible products at 31 stores in the prefecture.

Facts:
- All 31 stores
- Reducing emissions by 17%
- 500 points will be awarded
- For purchases of 2,500 yen (tax included) or more
- Cumulative sales have surpassed 100,000 garments※

## A first for ゴンチャ! Introducing “Oimo Pearl,” with a new chewy, melt-in-your-mouth texture. “Beni Haruka Milk Tea” available for a limited time from October 8 (Thu)

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000435.000048503.html
- anchor: #n3094665
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ゴンチャ ジャパン、ゴンチャ

株式会社ゴンチャ ジャパン will offer its new autumn drink, Beni Haruka Milk Tea, for a limited time from October 8, 2026. Topped with “Oimo Pearl,” which has a new texture, it is chewy when ICED and gooey when HOT. Prices are 690 yen (M size) and 690 yen (S size). An “Autumn Outing Card” will also be distributed in limited quantities from October 10.

Facts:
- October 8, 2026 (Thu.)
- 690 yen
- 120 yen
- More than 2,000 stores
- Approximately 200 stores

## The twice-yearly big sale, “WILLER TRAVEL SALE,” takes place October 7! Highway bus fares up to 56% off and coupons for up to 1,000 yen off

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000458.000027749.html
- anchor: #n3094664
- Companies mentioned: WILLER株式会社、WILLER MARKETING株式会社、WILLER TRAVEL、WILLER EXPRESS

WILLER MARKETING株式会社 will hold its twice-yearly major sale, the Willer Travel Sale, on its mobility and booking portal WILLER TRAVEL starting Oct. 7, 2026. In addition to discounts of up to 56% on WILLER EXPRESS highway buses, the company will distribute coupons worth up to 1,000 yen for highway buses other than WILLER EXPRESS. It will also run a campaign in which participants can win coupons worth 3,000 yen in a lottery to mark the release of the official app’s new “Ride Navigation” feature.

Facts:
- Up to 56% off
- Up to ¥1,000 off
- Starting Oct. 7, 2026 (Wed.)
- For 19 popular routes
- 200 people will be selected by lottery
- Coupons worth 3,000 yen

## [Survey Announcement] Oct. 1 marks 2 years since the “Measure to Omit the Addresses of Representative Directors and Others” took effect. The rate of use of address-omission requests on the online commercial registration support service “GVA 法人登記” rose from 13.9% to 22.4%.

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000467.000033386.html
- anchor: #n3094663
- Companies mentioned: GVA TECH株式会社、東京商工リサーチ、法務省

GVA TECH株式会社 announced that use of the “Measure to Omit the Addresses of Representative Directors and Others” on its online commercial registration support service “GVA 法人登記” rose from 13.9% to 22.4% in the June-August 2026 period, marking 2 years since the measure took effect.

Facts:
- 13.9％
- 22.4％
- 6.7％
- 53.5％
- More than 30,000 companies

## Provided reporting assistance to the TBS-affiliated program “Please Let Me Carry Your Bag!” Kyuusai Tokyo Sales Office makes its TV debut under the theme “A Company with Two Faces”

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000477.000003705.html
- anchor: #n3094662
- Companies mentioned: キューサイ株式会社、TBS

キューサイ株式会社 announced that it provided reporting assistance to the variety show “Please Let Me Carry Your Bag!”, scheduled to air on TBS on Oct. 3, 2026. The program will feature product introductions and other segments at its Tokyo sales office.

Facts:
- October 3, 2026
- 25:58
- Celebrated its 60th anniversary last year

## 鍋に求めることの1位は「調理工程が簡単なこと」。『デリッシュキッチン』が「引き算鍋」を提案。

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000478.000018729.html
- anchor: #n3094661
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エブリー、デリッシュキッチン、Sensor Tower、Similarweb

株式会社エブリーが運営する『デリッシュキッチン』は、鍋料理に関するアンケートで「調理工程の楽さ」が最優先事項であることを示し、手間や材料を最小限にした「引き算鍋」レシピを提案した。

Facts:
- Easy preparation (68%)
- Good nutritional balance (56%)
- Quick to make (39%)
- Just 6%
- More than 600,000 views in total
- The flavor tends to become repetitive (54%)
- Ingredients are expensive (27%)
- Number of responses: n=486
- More than 57,000 in total
- More than 3 million monthly app users
- More than 25 million monthly website users in Japan

## A program that broadens knowledge and perspectives to help people take the next step in life returns after a half-year hiatus! “SBI FXトレード presents 田﨑さくらの Step Up! My LIFE”

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000486.000005190.html
- anchor: #n3094660
- Companies mentioned: SBI ホールディングス株式会社、SBI FX トレード株式会社、株式会社ニッポン放送、株式会社セント・フォース、一般社団法人金融先物取引業協会、一般社団法人日本暗号資産等取引業協会

SBI FXトレード株式会社 announced that the program “SBI FXトレード presents 田﨑さくらの Step Up! My LIFE,” hosted by 田﨑さくら on ニッポン放送, will return as a regular broadcast from Sept. 29 after a half-year hiatus.

Facts:
- Returns after a half-year hiatus
- Starts Sept. 29 (Tue.)
- Regularly broadcast from October 2024 through March 2026
- Broadcast starts at 21:00
- Radio AM1242
- FM93.0
- Please join us for 30 minutes
- A margin of at least 4% of the transaction amount is required
- Transactions of up to 25 times the margin amount
- A margin of at least 33.334% of the transaction amount is required
- Transactions of up to 3 times the margin amount

## WHAT MUSEUM to present “WE ARE THE HOUSE―向井山朋子＋高田冬彦（居候）” starting Jan. 19, 2027 (Tue.)

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000491.000014158.html
- anchor: #n3094659
- Companies mentioned: 寺田倉庫株式会社、WHAT MUSEUM、アーツ前橋、国立国際美術館、臺北市立美術館、リウム美術館、WAITINGROOM、森美術館、TOKYO NODE、アーツカウンシル東京、オランダ舞台芸術財団、アムステルダム芸術基金

WHAT MUSEUM, operated by 寺田倉庫株式会社, will hold the exhibition “WE ARE THE HOUSE―向井山朋子＋高田冬彦（居候）” by 向井山朋子 and 高田冬彦 starting Jan. 19, 2027.

Facts:
- Jan. 19, 2027
- March 22, 2027
- 1,500 yen for adults
- University and vocational school students: 800 yen
- 200 yen off

## [2 weeks of deals to enjoy the “autumn appetite”] A popular side dish seasoned with garlic and soy sauce is half price for a limited time! “Half-Price Kernel Crispy 1-Piece” campaign runs from Sept. 30 (Wed.) to Oct. 13 (Tue.).

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000491.000032088.html
- anchor: #n3094658
- Companies mentioned: 日本ケンタッキー・フライド・チキン株式会社、ケンタッキーフライドチキン、KFC、日本KFC

日本ケンタッキー・フライド・チキン株式会社 will run a campaign at KFC locations nationwide from Sept. 30 to Oct. 13, selling Kernel Crispy for half price, at 140 yen.

Facts:
- 2 weeks only
- Wednesday, September 30
- Oct. 13 (Tue.)
- Regular price: 290 yen
- Half price: 140 yen

## 電通総研 launches “CIVILIOS Super App” for local governments, linking government, daily life and regional economies

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000491.000043138.html
- anchor: #n3094657
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社電通総研、電通総研

株式会社電通総研 will launch “CIVILIOS Super App” for local governments, integrating services for government, daily life and regional economies, starting Sept. 29, 2026.

Facts:
- Sept. 29, 2026

## [Nagoya Takashimaya] Around 400 kinds of bread from popular shops with long lines and specialty bakeries nationwide gather in Nagoya! “Fascinating Bread Festa” to be held

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000496.000047031.html
- anchor: #n3094656
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 ジェイアール東海高島屋、ジェイアール名古屋タカシマヤ、菜心、ハウス食品、坂角総本舗、ON SUGAR

The “Fascinating Bread Festa,” organized by 株式会社ジェイアール東海高島屋, will bring together around 400 carefully selected kinds of bread from across Japan.

Facts:
- Marking its 3rd edition
- 38 shops in total
- 10 shops making their debut
- 5 shops making their first appearance in the Tokai region

## [Nagoya Takashimaya] Savor Kyoto’s traditions, captivating the world, through a contemporary sensibility: 25th-anniversary “Exhibition of Fine Goods from Kyoto’s Long-Established Shops”

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000497.000047031.html
- anchor: #n3094655
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 ジェイアール東海高島屋、紅茶舗治郎兵衛、前田珈琲、京都ちどりや、三嶋亭、田ごと光悦舗、髙島屋、フルーツ’カフェ ホソカワ、家傳京飴 祇園小石、石黒香舗、阿以波、西陣織あさぎ、嵩山堂はし本、京都祇園天ぷら圓堂

Nagoya Takashimaya will hold the 25th-anniversary “Exhibition of Fine Goods from Kyoto’s Long-Established Shops.” A total of 47 shops featuring Kyoto cuisine, traditional crafts, kimono and more will showcase autumn delicacies and artisanship.

Facts:
- 47 shops in total
- 2,538 yen
- 2,160 yen
- 880 yen
- 2,200 yen
- 1,320 yen
- 7,480 yen
- 4,961 yen
- 1,265 yen
- ¥2,420
- 3,240 yen
- 540 yen
- 12,980 yen
- 12,100 yen
- 1,200,000 yen
- 2,500 yen

## メディアエンジン updates “AIO Support Service” to help companies optimize for AI search

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000500.000031201.html
- anchor: #n3094654
- Companies mentioned: ソウルドアウト株式会社、メディアエンジン株式会社、博報堂DYグループ、HCAI Professionals、Google、ChatGPT、PR TIMES、note、Wellulu

メディアエンジン株式会社, a consolidated subsidiary of ソウルドアウト株式会社, has updated the support offerings and pricing structure of its “AIO Support Service,” which helps companies optimize for AI search, and introduced a new “Trial Plan” for small-scale effectiveness testing.

Facts:
- 2 articles
- 1.2 million yen
- 1記事あたり60万円
- 5 articles
- 1.95 million yen
- 1記事あたり39万円
- 775,000 yen per month
- Minimum contract period: 10 months
- 900,000 yen per month
- Minimum contract term: 6 months
- More than 2,000 people
- 28 locations nationwide

## Tokyo Dome Natural Hot Spring Spa LaQua (Spa LaQua) to enhance its services and experiences further on Saturday, Oct. 10! A new frontier in sauna experiences: the “Totonoi Chair Buffet” opens!

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000504.000077656.html
- anchor: #n3094653
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社東京ドーム、Spa LaQua、Far Yeast Brewing

Tokyo Dome Natural Hot Spring Spa LaQua will reopen on Oct. 10, 2026, announcing the launch of the “Totonoi Chair Buffet,” a collaboration beer with Far Yeast Brewing, and signature menu items supervised by Spa LaQua.

Facts:
- Room temperature: approximately 80°C
- Price: 650 yen (250 ml)
- 980 yen (400 ml)
- ◎Price: 2,950 yen
- Admission: 3,500 yen and up for ages 18 and over

## [Survey] Even when card payments are available, 92.4% deliberately choose the more cumbersome options of bank transfers or direct debits

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000510.000009888.html
- anchor: #n3094652
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TOKIUM、TOKIUM、三井住友カード株式会社

A survey by 株式会社TOKIUM on corporate card usage found that even when card payments are available, 92.4% tend to choose options such as bank transfers, with approval workflows and accounting tasks identified as challenges. Interest in using AI-integrated corporate cards reached 78.1%.

Facts:
- 92.4%
- 69.3%
- 1,097 people
- 88.5%
- 44.1%
- 41.5%
- 37.8%
- 35.3%
- 78.1%

## Supporting your favorite is a journey to the ultimate destination. The 第二 installment of “LOVOT Stand” begins recruiting member stores nationwide. Enjoy time together with “LOVOT.” Visit “LOVOT.”

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000530.000055543.html
- anchor: #n3094651
- Companies mentioned: GROOVE X 株式会社

GROOVE X株式会社 will begin recruiting member stores nationwide from September 2026 for the 第二 wave of its official partner stores, “LOVOT Stand,” where visitors can interact with the family robot “LOVOT.”

Facts:
- September 2026
- 5％

## An era for enjoying texture. 150% more chocolate chips*! Cookies added to the series’ first chocolate ring! “Self Crush” returns with an upgraded crispy, crunchy experience

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000534.000000515.html
- anchor: #n3094650
- Companies mentioned: 赤城乳業株式会社

Akagi Nyugyo will launch an updated version of its “Self Crush” series nationwide in late September 2026, enhancing the enjoyment of its textures. The Choco Mint flavor will have 150% more chocolate chips, while the Cookies and Cream flavor will feature a new chocolate ring mixed with cookies.

Facts:
- Late September 2026
- 194 yen
- 150ml

## [Ami Kobe] Chocolate afternoon tea available from 10/1

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000537.000024670.html
- anchor: #n3094649
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ラスイート、ラスイートルパンビル、レストランカフェテラス アミ神戸、ル・パン

レストランカフェテラス アミ神戸, operated by 株式会社ラスイート, will begin offering a seasonal afternoon tea featuring chocolate from Oct. 1.

Facts:
- Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2027
- 14：00～17：00
- 5,500 yen
- 6,050 yen
- 6,820 yen

## ミロク会計人会連合会 to hold the “50th National Unified Training Conference, Chubu Meeting” in November

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000545.000018493.html
- anchor: #n3094648
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ミロク情報サービス、MJS、ミロク会計人会連合会、中日ドラゴンズ、京都大学、長良川温泉十八楼、皇學館大学

The “50th National Unified Training Conference, Chubu Meeting,” sponsored by 株式会社ミロク情報サービス, will be held at the Nagoya Marriott Associa Hotel on Nov. 12, 2026.

Facts:
- 50th
- Nov. 12, 2026
- Approximately 8,400 accounting firm users
- Approximately 18,000 medium-sized and small businesses
- Approximately 100,000 corporate users

## [Kufu marry] Wedding event reports surpass 1,000! Latest 3 examples of increasingly diverse “celebrations that reflect who we are” unveiled

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000545.000046400.html
- anchor: #n3094647
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社くふうカンパニーホールディングス、株式会社くふうウェディング、明治屋銀座ビル

The number of wedding event experience reports posted on くふうmarry, operated by 株式会社くふうウェディング, has surpassed 1,000. This article introduces 3 examples that reflect increasingly diverse ways to celebrate: a proposal in Mongolia, a bowling party, and a photo shoot in a tea field.

Facts:
- Reached 1,000 reports
- As of September 29, 2026
- 80 guests
- Contribution per guest: ¥15,000
- Total: ¥1,200,000
- Total (outfits, accessories, photography fees, etc.): ¥0

## NTTドコモビジネスX receives “Silver Certification” under the Health and Productivity Management Certification Program

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000547.000006600.html
- anchor: #n3094646
- Companies mentioned: NTTドコモビジネスX株式会社、NTTドコモビジネスX、健康保険組合連合会東京連合会、NTTコム オンライン・マーケティング・ソリューション株式会社

NTTドコモビジネスX has received “Silver Certification” under the Health and Productivity Management Certification Program of 健康保険組合連合会東京連合会.

Facts:
- 100% rate of receiving regular health checkups
- January 2026

## 鳥取市の共創拠点「カトカミ」、旧・鯉の池を市民のアイデアで再生へ。実装型空間活用コンペを開始

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000547.000033548.html
- anchor: #n3094645
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ツクリエ、カトカミ、加藤紙店、株式会社OMSB、鳥取市、株式会社とりぎん地域デザインパートナーズ、TOReDE

株式会社ツクリエが運営する鳥取市の共創拠点「カトカミ」は、旧鯉の池跡地の利活用アイデアを募集するコンペティションを開始した。最優秀賞受賞者には賞金5万円と実装予算10万円が支給され、提案者は自ら現地での実装を行う。

Facts:
- Starts on September 11
- A prize of 50,000 yen will be awarded
- An implementation budget of up to 100,000 yen will be provided
- A small space of just over 6 m²
- Approximately 8,000 startup consultations annually
- Approximately 900 events and seminars held

## 神戸親和大学 uses “LINE WORKS” in a required course that learns alongside the local community

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000551.000020202.html
- anchor: #n3094644
- Companies mentioned: LINE WORKS株式会社、神戸親和大学、文部科学省、島根大学、京都大学

“LINE WORKS,” a communication tool provided by LINE WORKS株式会社, and the AI meeting-notes tool “LINE WORKS AiNote” are being used in 神戸親和大学’s required “Regional Co-Creation” course. They were used in approximately 40 projects during the spring semester, and the number of IDs provided will expand from approximately 600 to approximately 1,100 starting in the fall semester. The initiative aims to address challenges in information sharing and handovers in collaboration between the university and local communities, and contribute to digital transformation in education.

Facts:
- Used in approximately 40 projects during the spring semester
- The number of IDs provided will expand from approximately 600 in the spring semester to approximately 1,100
- Plans to operate on a scale of 80〜100 projects
- 文部科学省は2026年度、「地域構想推進プラットフォーム」構築等推進事業に7億円を計上
- The number of adopting companies has surpassed 520,000 (as of January 2025)
- Ranked No. 1 in Japan’s paid business chat market share for 8 consecutive years, from fiscal 2017 through fiscal 2024
- Achieved ARR of ¥16 billion (as of July 2025)

## Integration solution linking “LINE WORKS” and “Box” to launch in December

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000552.000020202.html
- anchor: #n3094643
- Companies mentioned: LINE WORKS株式会社、株式会社アイ・エス・アイソフトウェアー、ISIソフトウェアー、富士キメラ総研

LINE WORKS株式会社 and ISIソフトウェアー will launch a new solution linking “LINE WORKS” and “Box,” provisionally named “Box連携bot,” in December 2026.

Facts:
- Used by more than 120,000 companies worldwide
- Available from December 2026
- Ranked No. 1 in Japan’s paid business chat market share for 9 consecutive years

## “I’d like something simpler.” Inspired by those words, a sophisticated black for adults. New color arrives for the “Pocket Plus” shoulder pouch

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000556.000042497.html
- anchor: #n3094642
- Companies mentioned: ブルーミング中西株式会社

ブルーミング中西株式会社 has launched a new, minimalist black color for its “Pocket Plus” shoulder pouch, which has sold more than 150,000 units cumulatively.

Facts:
- 1879 (Meiji 12)
- Cumulative sales: １５万 units
- ¥3,850 each

## Royal Holdings, Choshimaru and Sojitz partner on “SUSHI-TEN USA,” opening “SUSHI BLISSBA,” a sushi-focused restaurant, in the United States

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000586.000071323.html
- anchor: #n3094641
- Companies mentioned: ロイヤルホールディングス株式会社、株式会社銚子丸、双日株式会社、SUSHI-TEN USA Inc.

SUSHI-TEN USA Inc., the local subsidiary established by the 3 companies Royal Holdings, Choshimaru and Sojitz, will open its new brand “SUSHI BLISSBA” in Cypress, Orange County, California, on Oct. 1, 2026, as its 3rd U.S. location.

Facts:
- Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- Seating capacity: 118
- Store area: approximately 278.7 m²
- Capital: ＄12,000,000
- ロイヤルホールディングス株式会社 34％
- 株式会社銚子丸 33%
- 双日株式会社 33%
- Date of establishment: March 18, 2024

## [平和堂] First-ever event in Shiga Prefecture! “チン！するレストランinアル・プラザ長浜” for 3 days only, starting Friday, October 30

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000597.000096754.html
- anchor: #n3094640
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社平和堂、日本アクセス、アル・プラザ長浜

株式会社平和堂 and 日本アクセス will hold “チン！するレストランinアル・プラザ長浜,” an all-you-can-eat frozen food and ice cream event, at アル・プラザ長浜 for 3 days only, starting October 30, 2026.

Facts:
- Oct. 30, 2026
- Available for 3 days only
- 2,500 yen
- ¥1,250
- 30 people

## “［HYPEMOD］× CARTUNE” collaboration event to be held on Sunday, October 18! CARTUNE’s “Casual Meets” will also take place

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000599.000004642.html
- anchor: #n3094639
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イード、［HYPEMOD］、CARTUNE、58 LOHAS CLUB

A collaboration event between the web media outlet “［HYPEMOD］,” operated by 株式会社イード, and the car community “CARTUNE” will be held at 58 LOHAS CLUB in Tochigi Prefecture on October 18, 2026.

Facts:
- Oct. 18, 2026
- 9:00～16:00

## ジェイテクト publishes integrated report “ジェイテクトレポート2026”

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000600.000028729.html
- anchor: #n3094638
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ジェイテクト、ジェイテクト

株式会社ジェイテクト has published its integrated report, “ジェイテクトレポート2026.” The report outlines the story of its “transformation into a solution provider” based on the JTEKT Group 2030 Vision and its efforts to enhance corporate value over the medium to long term.

Facts:
- 2026
- 2030

## [Cross-Cultural Understanding Framework, 18th installment] “Culture Map: Czech Republic Edition” released; materials available free of charge

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000617.000077877.html
- anchor: #n3094637
- Companies mentioned: インサイトアカデミー株式会社、INSIGHT ACADEMY、INSEAD

インサイトアカデミー株式会社 has released free of charge “Country Culture Map: Czech Republic Edition,” a resource for developing global talent. It is the 18th installment in the series and offers a comparative analysis with Japan based on Erin Meyer’s Culture Map.

Facts:
- 18th installment
- Cultures of 67 countries
- About 30 countries in total
- From among 65 countries
- Including 19 countries
- 8 indicators
- Established: Nov. 26, 2019
- Capital: 95 million yen

## Investment as lead investor in WAYFARER株式会社, developer and provider of the hotel operations AI platform “Materia Connect”

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000622.000047342.html
- anchor: #n3094636
- Companies mentioned: グローバル・ブレイン株式会社、Canon Marketing Japan MIRAI Fund、Canon MJ MIRAI Fund、WAYFARER株式会社、キヤノンマーケティングジャパン株式会社、キヤノンマーケティングジャパン未来投資事業有限責任組合

The Canon MJ MIRAI Fund, managed by Global Brain, has invested as lead investor in WAYFARER株式会社, provider of the hotel operations AI platform “Materia Connect.”

Facts:
- Up to 25% improvement in RevPAR
- 90-second online check-in
- 13 properties operated by Wayfarer itself

## “HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate 2” named official watch of the international freediving competition “Volcano Cup” for the 3rd consecutive year

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000632.000024671.html
- anchor: #n3094635
- Companies mentioned: 華為技術日本株式会社、ファーウェイ・ジャパン、ファーウェイ、AIDA

華為技術日本株式会社 sponsored the international freediving competition “Volcano Cup 2026,” held in Kagoshima Prefecture in September 2026, for the 3rd consecutive year, and used the “HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate 2” as the official watch of the competition.

Facts:
- 3rd consecutive year
- 22 athletes
- A total of 57 official dives
- Depth of 100 m
- Depth: 150 m
- 141,680 yen (tax included)
- 174,680 yen (tax included)

## Starting October 25, 2026! 6 hands-on career experiences connecting guests with the local community at 佳ら久 and はなをり

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000644.000101028.html
- anchor: #n3094634
- Companies mentioned: オリックス・ホテルマネジメント株式会社、株式会社JTB、本間寄木美術館、MOA美術館、株式会社神奈川新聞社、ORIX HOTELS & RESORTS

オリックス・ホテルマネジメント株式会社と株式会社JTBは、箱根・強羅 佳ら久、熱海・伊豆山 佳ら久、箱根・芦ノ湖 はなをりの3施設において、2026年10月25日より「つなぐはぐくむツーリズムKidsジョブチャレンジ」として計6つの職業体験プログラムを開催する。

Facts:
- A total of 6 career-experience programs
- All 21 lodging facilities
- Approximately 50 types of job-experience programs

## Nowcast launches “customer and deal management” feature for retail brokerage firms and franchise headquarters on its store development AI agent, “DataLens店舗開発”

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000649.000012138.html
- anchor: #n3094633
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Finatextホールディングス、株式会社ナウキャスト、Finatextグループ、株式会社Finatext、株式会社スマートプラス、スマートプラス少額短期保険株式会社、株式会社スマートプラスクレジット、東京大学経済学研究科

株式会社ナウキャスト has launched a customer and deal management feature for retail brokerage firms and franchise headquarters on its store development AI agent, “DataLens店舗開発.”

Facts:
- More than 3,000 facilities nationwide
- Tenant data on more than 180,000 stores
- More than 250 financial institutions in Japan and abroad
- 4 stages: “unopened,” “viewing,” “application in progress,” and “contracted”

## 江崎グリコ’s first frozen baby food brand, “cotote (コトテ),” to launch in stores starting Monday, October 19

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000662.000001124.html
- anchor: #n3094632
- Companies mentioned: 江崎グリコ株式会社、グリコダイレクトショップ、アカチャンホンポ、株式会社赤ちゃん本舗

江崎グリコ will begin selling its frozen baby food brand “cotote” in stores from October 19, after previously offering it exclusively through its official online shop. To start, 4 popular menu items will be sold at アカチャンホンポ.

Facts:
- Monday, October 19
- 4 popular menu items
- Sept. 2025
- 114 アカチャンホンポ stores nationwide

## キングジム launches “テプラボ部,” an owned media site offering label-making tips for its online printing service “TEPLABO（テプラボ）”

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000689.000000288.html
- anchor: #n3094631
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社キングジム、キングジム

株式会社キングジム launched “テプラボ部,” an owned media site sharing label-making ideas, and “LabeWrap（ラベラップ）,” a 3D label simulator, on September 29, 2026, as support tools for its online printing service “TEPLABO（テプラボ）.”

Facts:
- Sept. 29, 2026
- May 2026

## ビルスピアカデミー publishes white paper: In the age of AI-generated documents, what’s missing is talent who can see through them

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000711.000071591.html
- anchor: #n3094630
- Companies mentioned: パーソルイノベーション株式会社、パーソルグループ、ビルスピカンパニー、ビルスピアカデミー、TECH PLAY Academy、HITO-Linkエージェント

“ビルスピアカデミー,” operated by パーソルイノベーション株式会社’s ビルスピカンパニー, has published a white paper to develop the skills needed to evaluate and review work produced by generative AI.

Facts:
- 6 perspectives: purpose, audience, assumptions, evidence, judgment, and action
- Training has been conducted at more than 100 major companies to date
- Satisfaction rate exceeds 95%
- Achieved a repeat rate of over 90%
- Opens approximately 100,000 job listings to recruitment agencies

## 【生成AI時代のBtoBバイヤー購買行動調査】BtoB大型購買の9割超が選定に生成AIを利用、課題整理の入口は「検索エンジン」24.9%を上回り「生成AI・AI検索」36.5%が最多に

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000717.000045863.html
- anchor: #n3094629
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社IDEATECH、リサピー®、マイクロソフト、シスコシステムズ

株式会社IDEATECHが実施したBtoBバイヤー購買行動調査によると、大型購買の9割超で生成AIが選定に利用され、課題整理の入口として「生成AI・AI検索」の利用率が「検索エンジン」を上回った。

Facts:
- The percentage who used generative AI to select products and services was 90.6%
- Even among prospective vendors, 84.7% gathered information without filling out a form
- At the time of submission, 15.3% said, “I want to be contacted right away”
- 43.0% said, “After we’ve made more progress in comparing options”
- The cumulative share of cases in which the selected vendor had become the “top candidate” by the “in-depth comparison” stage was 74.3%
- 29.7% first sought substantive sales consultation while “researching solutions or product categories”
- Amount (annual contract value or one-time implementation cost): 5 million yen or more
- Valid responses: ...502 people involved

## Basic to hold “ferret 15min TIPS” on Tuesday, October 13, at 12:30 p.m.: “Is the problem a lack of leads or data quality?”

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000726.000006585.html
- anchor: #n3094628
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ベーシック、FanGrowth

株式会社ベーシック will hold the short webinar “ferret 15min TIPS” on October 13, 2026, at 12:30 p.m., explaining how to address challenges involving lead volume and data quality.

Facts:
- Capacity: 100 people
- So participants can make decisions about their company's marketing initiatives in 15 minutes

## [20th Asian Games] Officially licensed merchandise items go on sale!

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000733.000026530.html
- anchor: #n3094627
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ヘソホールディングス、株式会社ヘソプロダクション

株式会社ヘソプロダクション will release official licensed merchandise for the 20th Asian Games, to be held in Aichi-Nagoya in 2026.

Facts:
- 2026
- Late September 2026
- ¥1,540
- ¥1,320
- ¥1,210
- ¥638
- ¥2,200
- ¥1,485
- ¥660
- ¥1,430
- ¥770
- ¥10,000,000

## Making frozen meals for young children an everyday option: 4 popular cotote products now on sale at アカチャンホンポ!

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000736.000018863.html
- anchor: #n3094626
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社赤ちゃん本舗、江崎グリコ株式会社、アカチャンホンポ、グリコダイレクトショップ

株式会社赤ちゃん本舗 will begin selling 4 popular products from 江崎グリコ株式会社’s frozen meal brand cotote at アカチャンホンポ stores nationwide starting Oct. 19, 2026.

Facts:
- 4 popular products
- Starting Oct. 19, 2026 (Monday)
- 1食で10種類以上の素材
- Price: ¥780
- 114 アカチャンホンポ stores nationwide
- 塩分は1食0.6g以下を目安に設計

## 【2026年10月15日オープン】島根・津和野に温泉半露天風呂付き一棟貸切の離れ 「ゆとりろ津和野 百景の家」が誕生

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000738.000010207.html
- anchor: #n3094625
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社リロバケーションズ、ゆとりろ津和野、Relo Hotels＆Resorts

株式会社リロバケーションズ has begun selling accommodation plans for Yutoriro Tsuwano Hyakkei no Ie, an exclusive-use detached guesthouse opening Oct. 15, 2026, next to the hot spring inn ゆとりろ津和野 in Tsuwano, Shimane Prefecture.

Facts:
- Oct. 15, 2026
- Up to 6 people
- Approx. 69 m²
- Approx. 22.35 m²
- 69.97㎡
- ¥39,600

## モビマル、熊本の産地支援で「くまもとローカルフードプロジェクト」と連携 東京ビッグサイトで開催される「食べて応援！熊本キッチンカー」にてブランド牛「くまもとあか牛」使用メニューを提供

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000744.000001049.html
- anchor: #n3094624
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社シンクロ・フード、モビマル、くまもとローカルフードプロジェクト、オークツ株式会社、飲食店ドットコム、FOOD STYLE JAPAN 2026＜東京＞

株式会社シンクロ・フードが運営するキッチンカープラットフォーム「モビマル」は、令和8年熊本地震の産地支援として「くまもとローカルフードプロジェクト」と連携し、「くまもとあか牛」を使用したメニューを提供する。2026年9月30日から10月2日まで東京ビッグサイトで開催される展示会にて出店を実施し、品川区役所でも同牛肉を使ったランチを提供する。

Facts:
- More than 2,000 agricultural land and facility sites
- More than 10,000 registered businesses
- ¥50 discount voucher

## Confectionery maker Morozoff collaborates with イノダコーヒ®! New Kyoto souvenir from Morozoff, “Kyoto Coffee Caramel,” goes on sale

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000744.000020853.html
- anchor: #n3094623
- Companies mentioned: モロゾフ株式会社、イノダコーヒ

モロゾフ株式会社は、京都の老舗喫茶店「イノダコーヒ®」とコラボレーションし、「京都コーヒーキャラメル」を発売する。

Facts:
- Price: ¥864
- Price before tax: ¥800
- Price: ¥1,728
- Price before tax: 1,600 yen
- 1940

## A total of approx. 3.76 million bras collected! Turning waste into resources: Wacoal’s ongoing environmental initiative “ワコール Bra Recycle” begins this year’s collection on Thursday, Oct. 1

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000818.000009664.html
- anchor: #n3094622
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ワコール、ワコール、株式会社JEPLAN、BRING™

株式会社ワコール will begin this year’s collection for its environmental initiative “ワコール Bra Recycle,” which has been running since 2008, on Oct. 1, 2026. The cumulative number collected has reached approx. 3.76 million, and the bras will be turned into new resources through the recycling project BRING™. During the campaign period, a “Bra Wardrobe Change Campaign” will also be held at selected stores, offering a ¥500 discount to customers who bring in unwanted bras and spend ¥5,500 or more.

Facts:
- Approx. 3.76 million collected to date
- Approx. 376 tons by weight
- Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- Wednesday, Mar. 31, 2027
- 5,500 yen (tax included) or more
- 500 yen OFF
- Total weight: 18.2 tons
- Equivalent to approx. 181,600 bras
- February 2008
- Approx. 700 stores

## [Deadline: Oct. 30] The “IP business Award” character-based planning contest opens applications for companies to submit challenges

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000827.000002888.html
- anchor: #n3094621
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社宣伝会議、ヤンマーブランドアセットデザイン、ゆうちょ銀行、日本旅行、電通、メトロアドエージェンシー

株式会社宣伝会議 has announced the second edition of the “IP business Award,” a planning contest using characters and IP, and has begun recruiting companies to submit challenges.

Facts:
- Prize money of 200,000 yen
- Prize money of 100,000 yen
- ¥50,000 in prize money
- ¥30,000 prize
- No more than 10 pages

## 仙台市内の研究開発型スタートアップ等によるピッチイベントを高輪ゲートウェイ LiSH で開催！

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000828.000016550.html
- anchor: #n3094620
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ゼロワンブースター、01Booster、仙台市、LiSH、TAKANAWA GATEWAY Link Scholars' Hub、THE LINKPILLAR、株式会社bionto、株式会社ElevationSpace、株式会社GENODAS、NanoFrontier株式会社、ファイトケミカルプロダクツ株式会社、ストーリーライン株式会社、トライポッドワークス株式会社、Peatix、TOHOKU STARTUP BIOTOPE、logoform.jp、01Booster Capital、InnoScouter

株式会社ゼロワンブースター will hold a pitch and matchmaking event on Oct. 23, 2026, at LiSH in Takanawa Gateway, Tokyo, featuring 7 research and development startups from Sendai, as part of the “Open Innovation Program UNITE SENDAI,” commissioned by 仙台市.

Facts:
- 7 companies
- Oct. 23, 2026
- 100 people
- March 2012

## 「スシロー×食べログ」全国名店監修シリーズ！好評につき再登場！人気店“すみれ”監修「札幌濃厚みそラーメン」が復活！

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000845.000049164.html
- anchor: #n3094619
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社FOOD & LIFE COMPANIES、株式会社あきんどスシロー、食べログ、すみれ

株式会社あきんどスシローは、食べログとのコラボレーションによる「スシロー×食べログ」全国名店監修シリーズの一環として、札幌の名店“すみれ”監修の「札幌濃厚みそラーメン」を2026年9月30日より販売する。

Facts:
- From ¥490, including tax
- Planned total sales: 780,000 servings
- We have developed more than 170 types of ramen, mazesoba and other dishes

## AIsmiley releases “Claude-Compatible Generative AI Training and Reskilling Services Comparison Guide,” outlining how to choose the right training format and 6 major services

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000849.000053344.html
- anchor: #n3094618
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アイスマイリー、AIsmiley、西武信用金庫

株式会社アイスマイリー released its “Claude-Compatible Generative AI Training and Reskilling Services Comparison Guide” on Sept. 29, 2026, to help businesses compare generative AI training and reskilling programs. The guide outlines training formats, selection criteria, and 6 major services compatible with Claude or Claude Code.

Facts:
- Sept. 29, 2026
- 6 major services
- 5 types
- 3,000,000 monthly page views
- 500 or more listed products
- Capital: 14,990 thousand yen

## About 80% of women are unfamiliar with the content of the Act on Promotion of Women’s Participation and Advancement in the Workplace or the law itself! No. 1 measure women want the government to take: “Support for introducing flexible work arrangements” / Survey of working women by 女の転職type [No. 139]

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000884.000012506.html
- anchor: #n3094617
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社キャリアデザインセンター、女の転職type、内閣府男女共同参画局

女の転職type, operated by 株式会社キャリアデザインセンター, surveyed 165 working women about women’s participation in the workplace. The survey found that about 80% of women were unfamiliar with the content of the Act on Promotion of Women’s Participation and Advancement in the Workplace or the law itself, and that the No. 1 measure they wanted the government to take was “support for introducing flexible work arrangements.”

Facts:
- 165 people
- 38.8%
- 20.6%
- 3.0%
- 23.6%
- 55.2％
- 38.8％
- 7.3％
- 37.0%
- 61.2％
- 32.7%
- 4.2％
- 27.3%
- 6.1%
- 33.4%
- 23.0%
- 21.8%
- 44.8％
- 44.7%
- 72.0%
- 101 or more people
- 80.0%
- 71.5%
- 46.7%
- 43.0%
- 35.4%
- 25.5％
- 60.9％
- 83.0％
- 63.6%
- 47.3%
- 77.0%
- 50.9%
- 44.8%
- 44.2%
- 40.0%
- 10.7 percentage points
- 75.3％
- ¥370 trillion

## The rich flavor of Black Moon, with its chocolate aroma and crisp, crumbly texture, in a luxurious galette sandwich: “Black Moon Galette Sandwich” available for a limited time starting Tuesday, Oct. 6

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000898.000019896.html
- anchor: #n3094616
- Companies mentioned: 森永製菓株式会社、東京都港区芝浦、森永ビスケット

Morinaga & Co. will launch “Black Moon Galette Sandwich,” a limited-time nationwide release inspired by the flavor of Black Moon, starting Oct. 6.

Facts:
- Starting October 6 (Tue.)

## ジョエル・ロブションの秋限定スイーツ 茨城県産和栗をまるごと贅沢に使用した「デリス マロン カシス」

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000934.000002646.html
- anchor: #n3094615
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フォーシーズ、ラ ブティック ドゥ ジョエル・ロブション、ル パン ドゥ ジョエル・ロブション、ルカフェ ラブティック ドゥ ジョエル・ロブション 虎ノ門ヒルズ店、ジョエル・ロブション、TOKYU DEPARTMENT STORE

株式会社フォーシーズが運営するジョエル・ロブション店舗で、茨城県産和栗を使用した秋限定スイーツ「デリス マロン カシス」の販売を開始。

Facts:
- Starting September 9, 2026
- In-store price: ¥3,400
- Boxed: ¥3,950
- Online price: ¥4,500 boxed
- Through the end of October
- All 3 locations
- All 2 locations

## “Masterpiece Picture Book Cookie Tin Selection by Cake.jp” held at Lumine Kitasenju starting Thursday, Oct. 1

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000978.000015685.html
- anchor: #n3094604
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Cake.jp、TV TOKYO、ポプラ社、Hakusensha、BANDAI、Penguin Random House LLC.、Hachette Livre、KADOKAWA、Gakken

株式会社Cake.jp will hold a pop-up store selling picture-book collaboration cookie tins at Lumine Kitasenju starting October 1.

Facts:
- The 8-day period from October 1 (Thursday) to October 8 (Thursday)
- More than 50 venues nationwide
- Price: ¥3,564 (tax included)
- Price: 1,080 yen (tax included)
- 2.5 million members
- More than 1,700 participating stores
- 8,000 types in the lineup

## Consulting satisfaction differs by more than 3 times depending on “level of company involvement”; about 70% of companies expect demand for “FDE” to grow

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000990.000010591.html
- anchor: #n3094603
- Companies mentioned: レバレジーズ株式会社、レバレジーズ・コンサルティング・グループ株式会社、GMOリサーチ&AI株式会社

A survey conducted by Leverages Consulting Group found that consulting satisfaction is strongly correlated with a company’s level of involvement, with company-led projects scoring more than 3 times higher than fully outsourced projects. About 80% of companies have experienced project failures, and the spread of generative AI is expected to drive increased budgets and growing demand for FDE.

Facts:
- 543 company representatives
- 67.1% combined
- Just 20.0%
- 22.5% among companies that fully outsource
- 47.2% combined
- 40.4%
- 22.5%
- About 80% of companies
- 49.3%
- 44.9%
- 31.6%
- About 1 in 2 companies
- ¥50 million or more but less than ¥100 million (30.4%)
- ¥10 million or more but less than ¥50 million (27.1%)
- ¥100 million or more but less than ¥300 million (21.2%)
- 42.5%
- 37.0%
- 34.1%
- 26.2%
- About 70%
- Totaling more than ¥100 billion
- Capital: 50 million yen
- Annual sales surpassed ¥170 billion

## V Point service launches on 宮崎銀行’s official app, “みやぎんアプリ”

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000994.000032321.html
- anchor: #n3094602
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社宮崎銀行、宮崎銀行、Vポイントマーケティング株式会社、Vポイントマーケティング、三井住友カード株式会社、三井住友カード、Google LLC、Apple Inc.

宮崎銀行, Vポイントマーケティング and 三井住友カード will launch V Point services on “みやぎんアプリ” starting September 29, 2026. This initiative, a first for a regional bank, will let users check and accumulate V Points.

Facts:
- The number of users has surpassed 300,000
- Starting Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026

## “資生堂パーラー サロン・ド・カフェ ラゾーナ川崎店” offers limited-edition menu items, including parfaits for savoring the bounty of autumn

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001001.000006543.html
- anchor: #n3094601
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 資生堂パーラー、資生堂パーラー サロン・ド・カフェ ラゾーナ川崎店、ラゾーナ川崎店

資生堂パーラー サロン・ド・カフェ ラゾーナ川崎店 will offer limited-edition parfaits and desserts made with seasonal autumn fruits, as well as a pork sauté set exclusive to ラゾーナ川崎店, in October 2026.

Facts:
- “Nagano Prefecture ‘Shinano Pearl’ Plum Parfait” 2,860 yen
- “Kumamoto Prefecture Japanese Chestnut Parfait” 2,860 yen
- “Parfait with Queen Rouge® grapes from Nagano Prefecture” ¥2,860
- “Pork sauté set exclusive to ラゾーナ川崎店” ¥3,100
- “Whole Japanese pear tart with caramel ice cream” ¥2,000
- 【1日限定10食】

## Launch of “Money Assist Plus,” a new feature for the “Olive” comprehensive financial service for individuals

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001004.000032321.html
- anchor: #n3094600
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社三井住友フィナンシャルグループ、SMBCグループ、株式会社三井住友銀行、三井住友カード株式会社、三井住友カード

Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, a subsidiary of Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, and 三井住友カード have added “Money Assist Plus,” a cash advance feature, to “Olive,” their comprehensive financial service for individuals. It offers preferential interest rates of 1.0% to 15.0% per annum, along with bonus V Point rewards.

Facts:
- Effective annual interest rate of 1.0% to 15.0%
- Up to an additional 3%
- ¥10,000 or more but less than ¥300,000
- 300,000 yen or more

## Experience event for the “Gadgetable DP3 AJ,” a business backpack with 21-step adjustment to fit the body, held for a limited time at 伊勢丹立川店

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001010.000015319.html
- anchor: #n3094599
- Companies mentioned: エース株式会社、ace.、伊勢丹立川店

エース株式会社 will debut the domestically made business backpack “Gadgetable DP3 AJ,” equipped with the new “Adjustable Harness™” mechanism that allows the shoulder straps’ attachment position and angle to be adjusted in 21 steps to fit the wearer’s body, at “Backpack Lab,” an experience event opening at 伊勢丹立川店 on September 30.

Facts:
- Adjustable in 21 steps
- September 30, 2026 (Wednesday) to October 6 (Tuesday)
- 66,000 yen

## 和食さと launches a campaign on 10/1 (Thursday) offering great deals to try its new takeout menu!!

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001030.000122416.html
- anchor: #n3094598
- Companies mentioned: SRSホールディングス株式会社、サトフードサービス株式会社、和食さと

和食さと will run a limited-time campaign starting October 1, 2026, offering ¥200 off before tax on selected new takeout menu items.

Facts:
- ¥200 off before tax
- 202 stores in Japan
- Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- October 28 (Wednesday)

## SB C&S to host “Network & Security MeetUp! 2026,” bringing together 38 companies, in Osaka, Tokyo and Nagoya

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001088.000022656.html
- anchor: #n3094597
- Companies mentioned: SB C&S株式会社、SB C&S、ソフトバンクグループ株式会社

SB C&S株式会社 will hold “Network & Security MeetUp! 2026,” an exhibition focused on networking and security, in 3 cities: Osaka, Tokyo and Nagoya.

Facts:
- 3 cities

## Make BBQ easier and more fun! Buy 2 items and get 1 more free! “Ecococo Logos Buy 2, Get 1” campaign

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001139.000032114.html
- anchor: #n3094596
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ロゴスコーポレーション、LOGOS、ロゴスコーポレーション

株式会社ロゴスコーポレーション will run a “Buy 2, Get 1 Free” campaign for its coconut-shell charcoal product “Ecococo Logos,” from outdoor brand LOGOS, from October 2 to November 3, 2026.

Facts:
- Friday, October 2, 2026
- November 3 (Sunday)
- Purchase 2 or more of the same product
- Get 1 more of the same product free
- Burns for about 30–60 minutes
- Can cook 14 or more steaks at most
- Simply heat with a lighter for about 20 seconds

## Announcement: “Trickcal × GiGO Trickcal or Treat‼”

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001206.000034930.html
- anchor: #n3094595
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社GENDA GiGO Entertainment、GiGOグループ、EPIDGames Inc.、BILIBILI

株式会社GENDA GiGO Entertainment will hold the collaboration event “Trickcal × GiGO Trickcal or Treat‼” with “Trickcal: Chubby Cheek Adventure” starting October 10, 2026. The event will feature limited-edition prizes and food and drink for sale at GiGO locations and online, as well as a campaign on X.

Facts:
- Saturday, October 10, 2026
- Nov. 23 (Mon., holiday)
- 5 types in total
- ¥650 (tax included)
- 500 yen (tax included)
- 3 winners

## “Kappa Sushi’s Gourmet Sea Urchin Festival” is here! Sea urchin, prized for its rich umami and melt-in-your-mouth texture, is available for a limited time! Enjoy a lavish autumn feast of sea urchin, with nigiri, gunkan sushi, chawanmushi and croquettes.

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001227.000018731.html
- anchor: #n3094594
- Companies mentioned: カッパ・クリエイト株式会社、コロワイドグループ、かっぱ寿司

かっぱ寿司, part of コロワイドグループ, will hold “Kappa Sushi’s Gourmet Sea Urchin Festival” from October 1 to 21, 2026, offering limited-time items including sea urchin gunkan sushi, extra-topped gunkan sushi, chawanmushi and croquettes at all locations.

Facts:
- Thursday, October 1, 2026
- Wednesday, October 21
- ¥190 including tax
- ¥340 including tax
- 390 yen, tax included

## To celebrate NewDays’ 25th anniversary, limited-edition craft beer “THANKS ALE,” a joint project by the JR East Group, goes on sale in limited quantities at select NewDays locations in the Tokyo metropolitan area starting Tuesday, September 29!

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001246.000082978.html
- anchor: #n3094593
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社JR東日本クロスステーション、NewDays、株式会社JR中央線コミュニティデザイン、中央線ビアワークス、NewDays KIOSK

NewDays, operated by 株式会社JR東日本クロスステーション, and 株式会社JR中央線コミュニティデザイン will mark NewDays’ 25th anniversary by releasing the limited-edition craft beer “THANKS ALE” in limited quantities at select stores in the Tokyo metropolitan area starting September 29, 2026.

Facts:
- Limited to 2,400 bottles
- Price: ¥713 (tax included)
- NewDays’ 25th anniversary
- A total of 250,000 free coupons
- Average daily sales at NewDays: ¥782 thousand

## A rich, flavorful corn-studded “Miso Ramen Soup,” featuring the savory taste of 2 types of miso, pork bone broth and vegetables, with an enjoyable texture, launches Tuesday, October 6

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001250.000082978.html
- anchor: #n3094592
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社JR東日本クロスステーション、アキュア、一風堂

株式会社JR東日本クロスステーション will launch “Miso Ramen Soup,” featuring corn, under its acure made brand on October 6, 2026.

Facts:
- Launching Tuesday, October 6, 2026
- Volume: 170 g
- Price: ¥170

## 【U18】Results of the Infronia B.LEAGUE U18 ELITE LEAGUE 2026-27 (Central Venue)

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001253.000097825.html
- anchor: #n3094591
- Companies mentioned: シーホース三河株式会社、シーホース三河、東京サンロッカーズ、U18 川崎ブレイブサンダース、横浜ビー・コルセアーズ、滋賀レイクス、茨城ロボッツ、ライジングゼファー福岡、琉球ゴールデンキングス、富山グラウジーズ、名古屋ダイヤモンドドルフィンズ、秋田ノーザンハピネッツ、千葉ジェッツ、滋賀ダイハツアリーナ、アダストリアみとアリーナ、照葉積水ハウスアリーナ、ウィングアリーナ刈谷、YKK APアリーナ

シーホース三河U18が「インフロニア B.LEAGUE U18 ELITE LEAGUE 2026-27」セントラル開催に出場し、東京サンロッカーズ、川崎ブレイブサンダース、横浜ビー・コルセアーズの3チームに敗れ、通算成績は0勝3敗となった。今後は残り8試合を戦う。

Facts:
- 0 wins and 3 losses
- 11 games total
- 61-93
- 52-85
- 45-91
- 8 games remaining

## V Point service launches on 宮崎銀行’s official app, “みやぎんアプリ”

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001300.000000983.html
- anchor: #n3094590
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社宮崎銀行、宮崎銀行、Vポイントマーケティング株式会社、Vポイントマーケティング、三井住友カード株式会社、三井住友カード、Google LLC、Apple Inc.

宮崎銀行、Vポイントマーケティング株式会社、三井住友カード株式会社の3社は、2026年9月29日より宮崎銀行の公式アプリ「みやぎんアプリ」でVポイントサービスの提供を開始した。地方銀行初となるこの取り組みにより、保有ポイントの確認やモバイルVカードの表示、広告バナー閲覧によるポイント付与が可能になる。

Facts:
- Sept. 29, 2026
- 300,000 users
- Approximately 160,000 stores nationwide
- Approximately 100 million stores worldwide
- 1 point = 1 yen
- Normally 0.5%
- Normally 1.0%

## More than 100,000 people come back every year! The 2027 edition of the household budget book praised for helping users save money even with rough entries is already on sale!

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001314.000060318.html
- anchor: #n3094589
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ワン・パブリッシング、Amazon、楽天、セブンネット

株式会社ワン・パブリッシング released 3 household budget books, including The Easiest Household Budget Notebook to Use 2027, on September 29, 2026.

Facts:
- Tuesday, September 29, 2026
- List price: 320 yen (tax included)
- List price: 430 yen (tax included)
- List price: 470 yen (tax included)

## 【Masachika Ichimura & Shinobu Otake, Naoto Kaiho & Manato Asaka】Main visual and performance details unveiled for the musical Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, to be staged in March 2027【Priority lottery presale begins October 4】

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001356.000028143.html
- anchor: #n3094588
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ホリプロ、ホリプロ、フジテレビジョン、ホリプロステージ、フジテレビダイレクト、チケットぴあ、イープラス、ローソンチケット

The musical Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street will return to the Tokyo International Forum in March 2027. Its main visual, performance details and ticket sales information have been unveiled. Masachika Ichimura and Shinobu Otake, and Naoto Kaiho and Manato Asaka, will alternate in the leading roles.

Facts:
- March 2027
- The 6th revival
- Returns for the first time in 3 years
- Run: March 16 (Tuesday)–March 28 (Sunday), 2027
- 10月4日(日)12:00から最速抽選先行開始
- S seats: 16,000 yen
- A seats: 11,000 yen
- U-25 (same-day exchange ticket for those aged 25 or younger): 7,500 yen
- Y seats (same-day exchange ticket for those aged 20 or younger): 2,000 yen

## A premium milk tea for autumn, enveloped in the melting sweetness of honey sweet potatoes: リプトン Honey Sweet Potato Milk Tea, available for a limited time nationwide (excluding Okinawa) from October 13 (Tue.)

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001520.000021580.html
- anchor: #n3094587
- Companies mentioned: 森永乳業、リプトン、ユーロモニターインターナショナル

森永乳業は、世界No.1のティーブランド「リプトン」から、秋限定で蜜芋をイメージしたミルクティー「リプトン 蜜芋ミルクティー」を10月13日より全国（沖縄除く）にて期間限定発売する。

Facts:
- October 13
- 2025

## Enjoy a healthy new taste with the superfruit “dragon fruit” and “aloe”! Dragon Fruit Bowl & Yogurt Powered by 森永アロエ launches nationwide on October 6 (Tue.)

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001522.000021580.html
- anchor: #n3094586
- Companies mentioned: 森永乳業、森永アロエ

森永乳業は、ドラゴンフルーツとアロエを組み合わせた「ドラゴンフルーツボウル＆ヨーグルト Powered by 森永アロエ」を10月6日より全国で新発売する。エネルギー79kcal、脂肪ゼロタイプ。

Facts:
- New release nationwide from October 6 (Tue.)
- First launched in December 1994
- For more than 30 years
- In April 2026
- エネルギーは1個あたり79kcal

## Raccoon Financial signs business-matching agreements with 3 banks in the Yamaguchi Financial Group

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001541.000003091.html
- anchor: #n3094585
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ラクーンフィナンシャル、株式会社山口フィナンシャルグループ、株式会社山口銀行、株式会社もみじ銀行、株式会社北九州銀行、株式会社ラクーンホールディングス

株式会社ラクーンフィナンシャル has signed a business-matching agreement with 3 banks in the Yamaguchi Financial Group (Yamaguchi Bank, Momiji Bank and Kitakyushu Bank) to refer customers to URIHO, a subscription-based accounts receivable guarantee service.

Facts:
- The monthly fee is ¥9,800.
- 29,800 yen
- ¥99,800
- Capital: 490,000 thousand yen
- 資本金：1,878,917 千円

## Elecom donates mobile batteries with haptic feedback as participation prizes at the Sfida Setagaya Blind Soccer (R) Cup

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001550.000026881.html
- anchor: #n3094584
- Companies mentioned: エレコム株式会社、NPO法人スフィーダ、スフィーダ世田谷FC、スフィーダ世田谷BFC、たまハッサーズ、ソイエ葛飾、明治安田生命

エレコム株式会社 donated 27 mobile batteries equipped with haptic feedback as participation prizes at the Sfida Setagaya Blind Soccer (R) Cup, organized by NPO法人スフィーダ.

Facts:
- Sunday, August 23
- 27 units
- 3 teams
- 27 players
- 4 visually impaired field players
- 1 sighted goalkeeper
- 5-a-side soccer
- The team consists of 7 players
- Founded in 1986

## JTB, グッドフェローズJTB and Fontrip Technology Japan partner to promote cross-border tourism

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001626.000031978.html
- anchor: #n3094583
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社JTB、株式会社グッドフェローズJTB、Fontrip Technology Japan、Fontripグループ、グッドフェローズ、Webket、JTBグローバルマーケティング＆トラベル、SUNRISE TOURS、ジョルダンクーポン、ベルトラ、kkday、Klook

株式会社JTB、株式会社グッドフェローズJTB、Fontrip Technology Japanの3社は、クロスボーダー観光推進のため連携し、2026年10月より東北地方向けのデジタル周遊券『TOHOKU FunPASS』の販売を開始する。

Facts:
- Sales begin October 1, 2026
- Price including tax: 5,000 yen
- Price including tax: 4,500 yen
- Price including tax: 9,800 yen
- Valid at more than 30 facilities and stores
- 年間1,300万枚以上の電子チケットを販売し

## 【大学受験ディアロ】年内入試合格者向け「大学入学準備講座」を11月より新規開講

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001640.000049291.html
- anchor: #n3094582
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社増進会ホールディングス、Ｚ会グループ、株式会社ゼニス、大学受験ディアロ、文部科学省、atama＋

株式会社ゼニスが運営する大学受験専門個別指導塾「大学受験ディアロ」は、年内入試で進学先が決定した高校3年生・高卒生を対象に、2026年11月から「大学入学準備講座」を新規開講する。

Facts:
- Course begins in November 2026
- 2-11-11 Fujimi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
- Established: August 3, 2015

## 「やよい軒」気軽に楽しめる「バリューメニュー」に仲間入り！『サバの塩焼としょうが焼の定食』『から揚げとしょうが焼の定食』

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001665.000054093.html
- anchor: #n3094581
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プレナス、やよい軒、出前館、Uber Eats

株式会社プレナス will start selling the Grilled Salted Mackerel and Ginger Pork Set Meal and the Fried Chicken and Ginger Pork Set Meal for 990 yen each at やよい軒 from October 2. Both are available for takeout and will be offered as part of the Value Menu.

Facts:
- 379 stores as of the end of August
- From Oct. 2 (Fri.)
- Grilled Salted Mackerel and Ginger Pork Set Meal: 990 yen
- Fried Chicken and Ginger Pork Set Meal: 990 yen

## Money Forward Cloud Individual Cost launches API integration with the Touch On Time attendance management system

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001683.000008962.html
- anchor: #n3094580
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マネーフォワード、株式会社デジジャパン

株式会社マネーフォワード has launched API integration between its individual cost management system Money Forward Cloud Individual Cost and 株式会社デジジャパン’s attendance management system Touch On Time. This will enable accurate cost management based on working-hours data.

Facts:
- More than 75,000 companies have adopted the system
- More than 4.55 million user IDs
- 300 yen per person per month (excluding tax)

## 【デコホーム】Penguin, Shiba Inu, sloth and raccoon join the popular plush animal cushion series

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001700.000073913.html
- anchor: #n3094579
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニトリ、ニトリ、デコホーム、ニトリネット

株式会社ニトリ has added 4 types—penguin, Shiba Inu, sloth and raccoon—to its plush animal cushion series and began selling them at select デコホーム stores and on ニトリネット in mid-September 2026.

Facts:
- Cumulative sales for the series surpass 24,000 units
- From mid-September 2026
- 【Price】¥1,990
- Price: 1,790 yen

## [Japan-South Korea jointly developed cosmetics brand ByUR] New black cleansing oil and facial cleanser target clogged pores with enzymes, charcoal and clay! Pre-launch sale begins Oct. 15, nationwide release on Oct. 29

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001706.000009971.html
- anchor: #n3094578
- Companies mentioned: Hamee（ハミィ）株式会社、Hamee株式会社、ByUR（バイユア）

Hamee株式会社 will launch a black cleansing oil and facial cleanser formulated with enzymes, charcoal and clay from its cosmetics brand ByUR on Oct. 29.

Facts:
- Oct. 29, 2026
- 145 mL
- ¥2,420 (including tax)
- 120g
- ¥1,760 (tax included)
- 85% beauty ingredients*⁷
- Securities code: TSE Standard 3134

## [A food-as-medicine book drawing attention after the huge response to “四毒抜き”] After cutting out toxins, add delicious “四得” starting today! “四得摂り実践ガイド,” a guide to nourishing the body with traditional Japanese food, goes on sale Sept. 29

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001752.000026633.html
- anchor: #n3094577
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社扶桑社、銀座エルディアクリニック、一般社団法人未病治療コーディネーター協会、株式会社Jキューブ、株式会社YBDI、日本誠真会党、Amazon、楽天ブックス

株式会社扶桑社 will release “四得摂り実践ガイド,” a practical food-as-medicine book by 敏明吉野 and 純子吉野, on Sept. 29, 2026. The book aims to promote physical and mental well-being through a Japanese-style diet that not only limits “四毒”—wheat, sugar, vegetable oils and dairy products—but also incorporates “四得,” such as rice and fermented foods. The list price is 1,320 yen, tax included.

Facts:
- 1,320 yen
- Sept. 29, 2026
- 978-4594625245

## [オリエンタルホテル 東京ベイ] “Edible art” inspired by flower arrangements makes its debut: 2 Christmas cakes, the first since the appointment of the chef pâtissier

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002140.000016207.html
- anchor: #n3094576
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ホテルマネージメントジャパン、オリエンタルホテル 東京ベイ、ホテル日航東京、ヒルトン東京お台場、オリエンタルホテルズ＆リゾーツ、ヒルトン、シェラトン、ホテルニッコー

Oriental Hotel Tokyo Bay will begin accepting online reservations for Christmas cakes on Oct. 1, 2026. Its first new creations since the appointment of chef pâtissier 裕太鈴木 are 2 varieties: “ブーケ・ド・ノエル” and “クリスマスショートケーキ.”

Facts:
- Price: 5,500 yen (tax included)
- “クラブオリエンタル” members’ preferred price: 5,225 yen, tax included
- Price: 5,000 yen (tax included)
- “クラブオリエンタル” members’ preferred price: 4,750 yen, tax included
- 12 cm in diameter
- Guest rooms: 511 in total
- 18 hotels in Japan
- 4,837 rooms in total
- 27 hotels in Japan
- Total guest rooms: 9,051
- Total staff at group hotels: 4,074

## [Shinagawa exclusive] New limited-edition assortment tin from strawberry sweets specialty shop “VERY RUBY CUT,” filled with autumn-only delights

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002143.000025606.html
- anchor: #n3094575
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社グレープストーン、VERY RUBY CUT、ベリールビーカット、ねんりん家、東京ばな奈ワールド

株式会社グレープストーン’s sweets brand “VERY RUBY CUT” will begin selling its autumn-limited “いちご缶 オータム” at its Ecute Shinagawa store on Oct. 1, 2026. Priced at 2,430 yen, the tin contains 2 varieties made with Sabrina strawberries from Italy: “いちごミルクサンド” and “いちごメープルサンド.”

Facts:
- Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- 2,430 yen
- Cumulative sales exceed 4.5 million units

## [CODE A] 26AW POP UP SHOP to be held at 博多阪急 4F starting Sept. 30 (Wed.)

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002172.000002439.html
- anchor: #n3094574
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ワールド、CODE A、aquagirl、博多阪急

株式会社ワールド brand “CODE A” will hold a pop-up shop at 博多阪急 4F from Sept. 30 to Oct. 6, 2026.

Facts:
- Wednesday, September 30
- October 6 (Tuesday)
- 7 days
- 35,000 yen or more including tax
- CODE A, which debuted in 2023
- 2026 Mid Autumn Collection

## “What we can do”: Students and staff of ヒューマンアカデミー日本語学校 hold a relief fundraiser following floods and landslides near the Nepal-China border

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002177.000005089.html
- anchor: #n3094573
- Companies mentioned: ヒューマンホールディングス株式会社、ヒューマンアカデミー株式会社、ヒューマンアカデミー日本語学校、日本赤十字社

Following floods and landslides near the Nepal-China border, students and staff of ヒューマンアカデミー日本語学校 held relief fundraisers at 3 campuses in Tokyo, Osaka and Kobe, and donated 276,433 yen to 日本赤十字社.

Facts:
- 276,433 yen
- More than 60 countries
- Approximately 5,000 people
- 3 schools

## [星野リゾート] About 4,200 people took up skiing for the first time last season! 星野リゾート式スキーレッスン「雪ッズ」 returns, helping participants rapidly improve with a sports science-based method jointly developed with a professor at 日本体育大学

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002282.000033064.html
- anchor: #n3094572
- Companies mentioned: 星野リゾート、日本体育大学

星野リゾート will offer its sports science-based ski lessons, “雪ッズ,” jointly developed with Professor 誠竹腰 of 日本体育大学, during the 2026–27 season. About 4,200 people made their skiing debut last season; this season, the program will introduce multilingual support and video. It will be offered at 3 resorts: Risonare Yatsugatake, Tomamu and Nekoma Mountain.

Facts:
- During the 2026–27 season
- Offered at 3 facilities
- A method for mastering 4 movements
- Number of responses: 100

## [シェラトン都ホテル大阪] “Shichi-Go-San Celebration Plan” lets guests choose from Japanese, Western or Chinese cuisine and includes a complimentary anniversary cake specially made by the pastry chef

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002374.000023303.html
- anchor: #n3094571
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社近鉄・都ホテルズ、シェラトン都ホテル大阪

シェラトン都ホテル大阪 will offer its “Shichi-Go-San Celebration Plan” at 3 restaurants—Japanese cuisine, Chinese cuisine and creative French cuisine—from Nov. 1 to 30, 2026.

Facts:
- Nov. 1, 2026
- Nov. 30
- 16,000 yen
- 19,000 yen
- 25,000 yen
- 4,500 yen
- 14,000 yen
- 17,000 yen
- 20,000 yen
- 4,000 yen
- 13,000 yen
- 2,400 yen
- 1,000 yen
- 10％
- 574 guest rooms

## Mynavi releases “Research Report on the Minimum Wage (2026)”

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002508.000002955.html
- anchor: #n3094570
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マイナビ、マイナビキャリアリサーチLab

株式会社マイナビ has released a research report on the 2026 minimum wage revision. About 70% of employed respondents said they did not expect the revision to have an impact, while “100 yen or more” was the most common response for an appropriate increase. On the other hand, “less than 30 yen” was the most common response among companies, highlighting a gap in perceptions between individuals and businesses. More than 70% of part-time workers also felt there were regional disparities, and about 80% of companies considered the revision a burden.

Facts:
- Weighted national average: 55 yen
- “100 yen or more” was the most common response at 40.2%
- “Less than 30 yen” was the most common response at 22.4%
- Share who feel there are regional disparities in the minimum wage: 70.4%
- “A burden (total)”: 76.9%

## “極旨 黒豚まん” sells 1 every 2 seconds, and now the series gets its first cheese-filled version! New “極旨 黒豚まんチーズ” made with a lavish blend of 5 rich cheeses: an autumn treat packed with the flavor of 100% domestic black pork!

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002545.000046210.html
- anchor: #n3094569
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファミリーマート、ファミリーマート

株式会社ファミリーマート will launch “極旨 黒豚まんチーズ,” the first cheese-filled product in the “極旨 黒豚まん” series, which has sold more than 90 million servings to date, at about 16,500 stores nationwide starting Sept. 29, 2026.

Facts:
- 232 yen (250 yen including tax)
- Sept. 29, 2026
- Approximately 16,500 ファミリーマート stores nationwide
- Cumulative sales: 90 million servings
- 45th anniversary

## [セント レジス ホテル 大阪] The world’s smallest chef, just 6 centimeters tall, falls in love!? The eagerly awaited new “ル・プチシェフ・ファミリー” series makes its Japan debut

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002881.000011305.html
- anchor: #n3094568
- Companies mentioned: セント レジス ホテル 大阪、Skullmapping、マリオット・インターナショナル、Marriott Bonvoy

セント レジス ホテル 大阪 will bring “ル・プチシェフ・ファミリー,” a new series from “ル・プチシェフ,” to Japan for the first time starting Sept. 29, 2026. The cinematic dining experience combines 3D projection mapping created by Skullmapping with cuisine, serving a course menu themed around the 4 seasons.

Facts:
- More than 35 locations worldwide
- Sept. 29 (Tue.), 2026
- Master Chef Course: 26,500 yen

## Monthly ABEMA live special featuring “GOALOUS5,” with 熊谷健太郎, 小松昌平, 寺島惇太, 仲村宗悟 and 深町寿成, to air live exclusively and free on Sept. 30 (Wed.) at 9 p.m.!

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004036.000064643.html
- anchor: #n3094567
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社AbemaTV、ABEMA、AbemaTV, Inc.

ABEMA announced that it will broadcast “GOALOUS5 声福生放送 2026” #8, a live special featuring the 5-member male voice actor group “GOALOUS5,” exclusively and free on Sept. 30 (Wed.), 2026, at 9 p.m.

Facts:
- Sept. 30, 2026
- 9 p.m.
- Group of 5

## 3 blended malts matured over time on Yakushima. 東急ホテルズ’ 3rd original whisky, “YA五島（ごとう）,” goes on sale Nov. 1!

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004295.000005113.html
- anchor: #n3094566
- Companies mentioned: 東急ホテルズ＆リゾーツ株式会社、本坊酒造株式会社、東急ホテルズ、東急百貨店、BELLUSTAR TOKYO, A Pan Pacific Hotel、ザ・キャピトルホテル 東急、セルリアンタワー東急ホテル、横浜ベイホテル東急、金沢東急ホテル、名古屋東急ホテル、京都東急ホテル、白馬東急ホテル、伊豆今井浜東急ホテル、宮古島東急ホテル＆リゾーツ、SAPPORO STREAM HOTEL、SHIBUYA STREAM HOTEL、THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA、二子玉川エクセルホテル東急、大阪エクセルホテル東急、東急百貨店 吉祥寺店、東急百貨店 たまプラーザ店、東急百貨店 日吉店、渋谷 東急フードショー、青葉台 東急フードショー、東急バケーションズ、東京麹町東急REIホテル

東急ホテルズ＆リゾーツ株式会社 will release its 3rd original whisky, “YA五島,” created in collaboration with 本坊酒造株式会社, starting Nov. 1, 2026.

Facts:
- 15 hotels operated by the company
- On sale starting Nov. 1, 2026
- Aged for 9 years
- Aged for 7 years
- Peat: 50 ppm
- Cask strength: 62%
- A mere 5 ppm of peat
- 1 shot: ¥1,500 and up
- Bottle keep: ¥51,300 and up

## 【グランドニッコー淡路】2026年10月1日（木）より「クリスマスケーキセレクション」の予約受付を開始

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004375.000002213.html
- anchor: #n3094565
- Companies mentioned: グランドニッコー淡路、株式会社オークラ ニッコー ホテルマネジメント

グランドニッコー淡路は、2026年10月1日より新作「プレミアム クラシカル オペラ」などを含むクリスマスケーキセレクションの予約受付を開始する。

Facts:
- From Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- 3 types of Christmas cakes
- Limited quantity: Stollen (L) ¥4,500
- Stollen ¥2,800
- 販売期間 ：2026年12月1日（火）～25日（金）
- Reservation period: Thursday, October 1, 2026 to Sunday, December 20
- ■お渡し期間：2026年12月21日（月）～25日（金）
- Premium Classic Opera (12 cm x 12 cm) ¥7,800
- Bûche de Noël (18 cm) ¥6,800
- Christmas cake (No. 4) ¥5,800
- Total floor area: 29,200㎡

## 【ホテル日航成田】10月1日より『秋の味覚フェア』をレストラン「セリーナ」にて開催

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004390.000002213.html
- anchor: #n3094564
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オークラ ニッコー ホテルマネジメント、ホテル日航成田、One Harmony

ホテル日航成田のレストラン「セリーナ」で、2026年10月1日より秋の食材を用いた『秋の味覚フェア』ランチバイキングが開催される。

Facts:
- Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- ￥5,000
- ￥4,500
- About 10 minutes

## 【グランドニッコー東京 台場】「2026 Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba Christmas Sweets Collection」10月1日（木）より予約受付開始

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004408.000002213.html
- anchor: #n3094563
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オークラ ニッコー ホテルマネジメント、グランドニッコー東京 台場

グランドニッコー東京 台場は、2026年10月1日よりクリスマスケーキや伝統菓子の予約販売を開始する。

Facts:
- 2026 Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba Christmas Sweets Collection
- 4 types of Christmas cakes
- 3 types of traditional sweets
- Price: ¥12,000
- Price: ¥7,000
- Price: ¥6,000
- Price: ¥1,300
- Price: ¥2,800
- Price: ¥3,000
- Full size: ¥1,200
- Mini size: ¥350

## Cosme Kitchen Adaptation to offer limited-edition “Autumn Parfait with Pear and Mont Blanc,” evoking the harvest season, from Wednesday, September 30

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004476.000018505.html
- anchor: #n3094562
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マッシュホールディングス、株式会社マッシュフードラボ、Cosme Kitchen Adaptation

Cosme Kitchen Adaptation, operated by 株式会社マッシュフードラボ, will offer the limited-edition “Autumn Parfait with Pear and Mont Blanc,” which is fully vegan and gluten-free, starting September 30, 2026.

Facts:
- From September 30, 2026 (Wednesday)
- Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
- À la carte: ¥1,790
- With a soft drink or glass of wine: ¥2,380

## DMM Online Salon announces 3rd wave of speakers for “Women's Life Design Days,” an experiential event for female influencers about choosing “my own next step” in life

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005133.000002581.html
- anchor: #n3094561
- Companies mentioned: 合同会社DMM.com、DMM、Holland Village Members' Club、UCバークレー、ゴールドマン・サックス、ABEMA、サイバーエージェント

合同会社DMM.com announced 河村真木子 and ダレノガレ明美 as the 3rd wave of speakers for “Women's Life Design Days,” an experiential event for female influencers to be held in Roppongi, Tokyo, on October 24, 2026.

Facts:
- Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026
- Has provided more than 5,000 diverse online salons to date
- The cumulative total exceeds 1.3 million people
- 60.12 million members
- Now operates more than 60 services

## 国内小売のプライベートブランドとして初めてＥＵオーガニック認証 フランス・ブルターニュ産わかめを使用したトップバリュ グリーンアイナチュラル「カットわかめ」新発売

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006116.000007505.html
- anchor: #n3094560
- Companies mentioned: イオン株式会社、イオン、イオンスタイル、マックスバリュ、トップバリュ

イオンは10月6日より、フランス・ブルターニュ産のEUオーガニック認証わかめを使用したトップバリュ グリーンアイナチュラル「カットわかめ」を全国約560店舗で発売する。国内小売のプライベートブランドとして初のEUオーガニック認証商品となる。

Facts:
- Approximately 560 stores nationwide
- 398 yen before tax
- 429.84 yen, including tax
- Specifications: 10 g

## New silicone keyboard cover for MacBook Neo: soft, tear-resistant and compatible with Touch ID

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006136.000011495.html
- anchor: #n3094559
- Companies mentioned: サンワサプライ株式会社、Apple

サンワサプライ has launched the “FA-SMACBNEO” silicone keyboard cover for the Apple MacBook Neo 13.0-inch. Made of durable 0.25 mm material, it features Touch ID compatibility and antibacterial treatment, and can be washed with water.

Facts:
- 0.25 mm thick
- MacBook Neo 13.0-inch
- List price: ¥3,300

## From subtle UI interactions to dazzling gimmicks, a comprehensive collection of motion for websites! On sale: “Moving Web: A Compendium of Outstanding Designs and Ideas—Practical Techniques from Professionals in the Field”

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000007715.000005875.html
- anchor: #n3094558
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社インプレス、株式会社インプレスホールディングス、株式会社エムハンド、S5 Studios、unshift Inc.、Adobe

株式会社インプレス will publish “Moving Web: A Compendium of Outstanding Designs and Ideas—Practical Techniques from Professionals in the Field,” a collection of techniques for motion in web design, on September 29, 2026.

Facts:
- Sept. 29, 2026
- List price: 3,080 yen
- 256 pages
- Series cumulative total tops 80 million copies

## 【祝・受賞】小中学生向け書籍『AIの世界へようこそ』が日本科学教育学会「科学教育出版賞」を受賞！

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009471.000002535.html
- anchor: #n3094557
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社学研ホールディングス、株式会社Gakken、日本科学教育学会、公立はこだて未来大学、Amazon、楽天ブックス、Kindle、楽天Kobo

“Welcome to the World of AI,” a book for elementary and middle school students published by 株式会社Gakken, a group company of 株式会社学研ホールディングス, has won the Science Education Publishing Award, a special project marking the 50th anniversary of 日本科学教育学会.

Facts:
- Friday, Sept. 11, 2026
- 50th anniversary of 日本科学教育学会
- Release date: August 26, 2024
- List price: ¥5,280
- 104 pages
- More than 150 countries worldwide
- Sales of 199.1 billion yen for the fiscal year ended September 2025
- 124 group companies