AI News 180m Report｜2026-09-29 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 5 of 13https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.htmlOne 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.en Future Space Transportation Systems appoints former IHIエアロスペース chief engineer 大塚浩仁 as CTO and former JAXA auditor 三宅正純 as full-time auditorhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094388https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094388Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:58:49 +0900JapanPR TIMES将来宇宙輸送システム announced the appointment of former IHIエアロスペース chief engineer 大塚浩仁 as CTO and former JAXA auditor 三宅正純 as full-time auditor. 三福管理センター begins introducing “Amazon Key” to properties under its managementhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094389https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094389Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:55:49 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社三福管理センター has begun introducing “Amazon key,” a service provided by Amazon, in the rental apartments it manages to improve convenience for residents and make unattended deliveries easier. Storeless used-car buying franchise “Smile Cars” opens 4 new locations in September 2026, expanding nationwide and further strengthening its community-based car-life supporthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094390https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094390Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:52:15 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社スマイルカンパニー opened 4 new locations for its storeless used-car buying franchise “Smile Cars” in September 2026, bringing its nationwide network to 145 locations. 防災のセレクトショップ「セイショップ」、米国発「セントリー」の耐火・耐水金庫を販売開始https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094393https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094393Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:50:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社セイエンタプライズが運営する防災セレクトショップ「セイショップ」は、米国発セキュリティブランド「マスターロック・セントリー」の耐火・耐水金庫「セントリー（SentrySafe）」の販売を開始した。 Change how you “capture” images, and you change how you “examine” them: launch of “RSD-1 Duo™” / “AFC-1” / “EyeLink®”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094392https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094392Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:50:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ニデックは、10月1日にオート無散瞳眼底カメラ「AFC-1」、複合機「RSD-1 Duo™」、および眼科データマネジメントシステム「EyeLink®」を発売する。 Promoting the development of talent able to use data in preparation for the AI erahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094391https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094391Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:50:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ニーズウェルは、長崎開発センターのメンバーが長大データバンク主催の「データ活用人材育成講座」に参加し、AI・DX時代に対応したデータ活用人材を育成すると発表した。 Production announcement for the final installment of ゴーストスポッターズ × one-day-only screening of the film 笑天: confirmed!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094394https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094394Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:48:31 +0900JapanPR TIMESA special screening of the film 笑天 and a production press conference for the final installment of the film ゴーストスポッターズ will be held in Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture, on October 10, 2026. [Layout design for grid-scale battery storage] Equipment placement tailored to site conditions—key checks from site surveys through construction revealedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094395https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094395Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:47:53 +0900JapanPR TIMESサステナブルホールディングス株式会社 has revealed that, in designing the layout for its grid-scale battery storage system “Raptor,” it takes comprehensive account of site conditions such as terrain, access routes for equipment delivery, and maintenance paths, and considers equipment placement consistently from land development through construction. Explaining changes in the ISO9001 and ISO14001 revisions and practical responses: free seminar on Tuesday, September 29https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094396https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094396Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:45:09 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社スリーエーコンサルティング will hold a free online seminar on September 29, 2026, explaining changes in the ISO9001 and ISO14001 revisions and practical responses. Online on Wednesday, October 14, starting at 19:00! [Inheritance planning and lifetime gifts] What is the “new asset protection strategy” to safeguard you and your family?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094046https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094046Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:44:17 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ゴールドオンライン will host a free online webinar on October 14 about inheritance planning and lifetime gifts using “treasure insurance,” with Akiki Moriyasu of 株式会社Investance Wealth Management as the speaker. Instead of building an AI department in-house, outsource the entire function—from planning and development to day-to-day operations—at a fixed monthly fee, with renewals on a 1-month basis and no fixed contract termhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094047https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094047Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:42:21 +0900JapanPR TIMESデシセンス株式会社は2026年9月29日、中小企業向けにAI部門の企画から開発・運用までを月額定額で一括して引き受ける「社外AI部門」の提供を開始する。 [Held October 18 (Sun.)] 16th Keio Junior High School Mock Exam: specialist cram school for university-affiliated schools offers Keio hopefuls a chance to practicehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094048https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094048Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:42:10 +0900JapanPR TIMES早慶ゼロワン and other cram schools operated by 株式会社ゼロワン will hold the 16th Keio Junior High School Mock Exam on October 18, 2026. It is for 5th- and 6th-grade students hoping to enter Keio Junior High School. Participation is free, with a capacity of 50 students per session. Online testing is also available. Japan’s largest online security conference, “Security BLAZE 2026,” set for November 11 and 12!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094049https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094049Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:41:28 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社網屋 announced that it will hold “Security BLAZE 2026,” one of Japan’s largest online security conferences, on November 11 and 12, 2026. Last year, registrations reached 4,100. This year’s theme is confronting “unidentified cyber threats,” including AI-enabled attacks and supply chain threats, with talks by experts from the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, SoftBank, and others. Long-selling “Cooking Salt” marks its 50th anniversary: flipbook-style animation and brand history releasedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094050https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094050Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:40:07 +0900JapanPR TIMES公益財団法人塩事業センター has released a flipbook-style animation and brand history for its long-selling product “Cooking Salt,” which marks its 50th anniversary, and plans to hold a commemorative quiz event in October. 日本マーケティング学会 カンファレンス2026「AI共生時代のマーケティング ― デジタルのその先に ―」10月25日開催！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094055https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094055Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:40:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES日本マーケティング学会は、2026年10月25日に法政大学市ケ谷キャンパスにて「AI共生時代のマーケティング ― デジタルのその先に ―」をテーマとしたカンファレンスを開催する。 [Latest 2026 survey] Practical study of interlocking pavers for outdoor spaces: 208 companies share recommended installation locations, how to choose, and maintenance tipshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094054https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094054Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:40:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES外構・エクステリアパートナーズ, operated by 株式会社ソーラーパートナーズ, surveyed 208 member companies about practical aspects of interlocking paving. The survey found that it is often used for entrance paths and as an accent in parking areas, and that construction quality for the ground and base, weed prevention, and management of changes over time are considered important. 「5人に1人」から半年で「4人に1人」へ。リーガルリサーチAI「Legalscape」の導入が加速https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094053https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094053Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:40:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Legalscapeは、リーガルリサーチAI「Legalscape」の導入弁護士数が日本弁護士連合会登録者の約25%（4人に1人）に達したと発表。2026年3月の20%から半年で達成し、個人事務所から五大法律事務所まで標準業務として定着している。 【美楽温泉SPA-HERBS】Enhancing the “1-day autumn wellness retreat”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094052https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094052Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:40:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES「美楽温泉 SPA-HERBS」は、ニフティ温泉年間ランキングで全国1位・6連覇を達成。秋の休日を満喫できるよう、外気浴エリアに「ととのい椅子」を増設し、リラックスエリアのビーズクッションや書籍・ボードゲームを更新した。また、秋の香りイベント風呂やハロウィン企画などを実施する。 【Tokyo Station】Available for a limited time this fall and winter! “Chocolate flavor” joins the creme brûlée tart that has sold more than 3 million units ＜ブリュレメリゼ＞https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094051https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094051Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:40:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社グレープストーン will begin selling the fall- and winter-limited “Brûlée Chocolate Tart” at “Tokyo Gift Palette” in Tokyo Station from October 1, 2026. It is a chocolate version of the popular “Brûlée Cream Tart,” which has sold more than 3 million units in total. Launch of an in-person seminar for the “Advanced Technology Open Innovation Course (organized by 公益社団法人 高分子学会) — Aspiring to become a business producer who co-creates new value through cross-industry exchange”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094056https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094056Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:39:24 +0900JapanPR TIMES公益社団法人高分子学会 and 株式会社AndTech will hold the “Advanced Technology Open Innovation Course,” aimed at co-creating new value through cross-industry exchange. The program consists of 4 sessions and includes visits to the innovation centers of Mitsubishi Chemical, Nichia, and Murata Manufacturing. The fee is 132,000 yen for members and 176,000 yen for nonmembers. HAL探偵社 announces opening of new brancheshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094057https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094057Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:38:56 +0900JapanPR TIMESHAL探偵社 has opened new branches in Nishinomiya, Hyogo Prefecture; Ibaraki, Osaka Prefecture; and Kashihara, Nara Prefecture, to expand its service area. Connecting 6 locations nationwide online on International Day of the Girl to share girls’ “proposals for the future”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094058https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094058Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:37:17 +0900JapanPR TIMES公益社団法人ガールスカウト日本連盟 will hold “Girls Messe 2026,” a hybrid event connecting 6 locations nationwide online, to coincide with International Day of the Girl on October 11, 2026. Girls will present their proposals for the future, and award ceremonies will also be held, including for the “Community Action Challenge 100 Award.” Announcement of a customer appreciation campaign marking the 50th anniversary of the launch of “帝国ホテル Hotel Margarine”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094059https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094059Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:35:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社帝国ホテルキッチン will hold a customer appreciation campaign from October 1 through November 30, 2026, to mark the 50th anniversary of the launch of “帝国ホテル Hotel Margarine.” Making customers’ “thank you” visible with “Thanks STAFF”; confirmed an +8.6% increase in intent to continue working at LaLaport Ebina; rollout decided for 50 facilities nationwidehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094060https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094060Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:35:00 +0900JapanPR TIMES三井不動産株式会社 announced that it will partner with Vanish Standard to introduce “Thanks STAFF,” which makes customer appreciation visible, at 50 commercial facilities nationwide. A pilot at LaLaport Ebina increased staff members’ intent to continue working by +8.6%. “Waku Waku Doki Doki Nishitera Park Autumn Festival 2026” to bring together 10 children’s cafeteria groups in Minami Ward!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094061https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094061Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:32:38 +0900JapanPR TIMES特定非営利活動法人happiness will join forces with 10 groups operating children’s cafeterias in Minami Ward, Kyoto, to hold the “Waku Waku Doki Doki Nishitera Park Autumn Festival 2026” on Oct. 3, 2026. October is Dyslexia Awareness Month! The dyslexia advocacy group NPO法人エッジ is holding events and seminars to raise awareness of dyslexia, which can cause difficulties with reading and writing.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094062https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094062Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:32:12 +0900JapanPR TIMES認定NPO法人エッジ will hold multiple awareness events and seminars on reading and writing difficulties, designating October as Dyslexia Awareness Month. “mirumi,” the charm robot that “sneaks a peek,” launches in limited-edition “BLACK” on October 1https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094063https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094063Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:07 +0900JapanPR TIMESユカイ工学 will begin selling “BLACK,” a limited-edition color of its charm robot “mirumi,” on Oct. 1, 2026. It will be available first at 蔦屋書店 and the official online store, followed by MoMA Design Store and department stores around the world. [Latest 2026 survey] More than 60% of companies report a “meeting conversion rate below 20%”... Which lead-generation strategies are effective by industry?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094064https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094064Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:05 +0900JapanPR TIMESAccording to a survey conducted by 株式会社PRIZMA in September 2026, more than 60% of companies across industries including consulting, staffing, finance, and IT/SaaS reported an average meeting conversion rate below 20%. “Web advertising” was the largest lead-generation channel across all industries. Effective ways to improve conversion rates include changing offers to “free assessments, trials, and individual consultations” and encouraging prospects to schedule a meeting immediately after conversion. A resource for the transition of club activities to community-based programs: “Hare Newspaper,” a digital newspaper-making service that can be used by small or remote teamshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094130https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094130Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社スオウ has launched “Hare Newspaper,” a web service that enables small or remote teams to edit and publish a newspaper, and proposes it as a resource for the transition of club activities to community-based programs. “Rafull,” the smartphone shoulder strap that lifts your spirits, to make its first appearance at the 4th Inbound Products EXPO!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094129https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094129Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESくるみ, operator of the smartphone shoulder strap brand “Rafull,” announced that it will exhibit for the first time at the “4th Inbound Products EXPO,” taking place at Tokyo Big Sight from Oct. 7 to 9, 2026. For small and midsize businesses without a “web manager”: “Okwi.app (オクウィ),” an all-in-one marketing system that uses AI to analyze and improve 4 channels—SEO, MEO, SNS, and LLMOhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094128https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094128Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Okwi has added a feature to its all-in-one marketing system “Okwi.app” for regional small and midsize businesses. AI integrates analysis and improvement recommendations across 4 channels: Google Search (SEO), Google Maps (MEO), Instagram (SNS), and AI search (LLMO). Since its launch in April 2026, the service has been continually updated to help companies without dedicated staff pursue customer-acquisition initiatives with limited resources. “From ‘burning’ and ‘building’ with wood to ‘wearing’ it: ‘wood yarn,’ made from Japanese thinned timber, surpasses ¥1 million in crowdfunding in 5 days”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094127https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094127Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPlayful株式会社 launched a crowdfunding campaign on READYFOR on Sept. 1, 2026, to develop products using “wood yarn,” a new material made from Japanese thinned timber, and promote forest circulation. The campaign surpassed ¥1 million in contributions within 5 days of launch and continues to seek support toward its ¥3 million target. “最適AI株式会社,” an AI support company that has developed its own core business operations in-house, is establishedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094126https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094126Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA group company operating an electricity retail business established 最適AI株式会社 in September 2026 to support AI adoption by corporations. Drawing on its experience developing its own core business systems in-house, it will provide AI training, contract development, and advisory services. Neither a dating app nor a matchmaking agency: community-based matching service “ORIME,” where relationships grow among the same 40 people over 4 weeks, to launch a pilot program in Octoberhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094125https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094125Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESアスモアリンク株式会社 will launch the first beta program for “ORIME,” a community-based matching service where people meet through shared experiences, in Tokyo on Oct. 3, 2026. 40 men and women in their 30s will share group experiences with the same members over 4 weeks to test how relationships develop. All 4 clients supported by 株式会社中小企業経営支援事務所 selected in the 2nd round of the Small and Medium Enterprise Growth Acceleration Subsidy; nationwide selection rate is approximately 25.6% — accepting applications for support in the 3rd round (deadline: Oct. 29)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094124https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094124Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社中小企業経営支援事務所 announced that all 4 companies it supported in the 2nd round of the Small and Medium Enterprise Growth Acceleration Subsidy were selected. The nationwide selection rate was approximately 25.6%. The company is accepting applications for support and free consultations for the 3rd round (deadline: Oct. 29). 100 years since its founding: 玉川グループ, a pioneer in government and hotel linen supply, completely revamps its websitehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094123https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094123Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社玉川ホールディングス has completely revamped the website of 玉川グループ, a pioneer in government and hotel linen supply, to mark its 100th anniversary. The new site highlights the group’s values and 100-year history, information shared through “Tamagawa News,” and expanded recruitment information. Survival rates after treatment for heart attacks in Japan are trending downward. In addition to a shortage of cardiologists, hospital mergers and closures may have an impact. “KEEP 94 PROJECT” launched to carry a 94% survival rate into the futurehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094122https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094122Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人日本心血管インターベンション治療学会（CVIT） launched the public awareness project “KEEP 94 PROJECT” on September 29 in response to the downward trend in survival rates for acute heart attacks in Japan. As its first initiative, it will release a documentary featuring cardiologists, an updated heart map, findings from a survey on initial response, and a checklist supervised by doctors. AGI Hub principal researcher 林央 appointed Japan outreach lead for US AI safety research institute MIRI (Machine Intelligence Research Institute)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094121https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094121Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES林央, a principal researcher at AGI Hub, has been appointed Japan outreach lead for US AI safety research institute MIRI. Entering its 9th year since opening, with referrals at the heart of its business: immigration and visa support specialist 行政書士法人SINCERITY revamps its official websitehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094120https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094120Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES行政書士法人SINCERITY has revamped its official website as a specialist in foreign recruitment and residence status support, aiming to make its services easy to understand for people beyond those referred to the firm. British oat milk brand “Minor Figures” makes its Japan debut in a 250ml sizehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094119https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094119Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESインフロレッセンス株式会社は、英国発オーツミルクブランド「Minor Figures」の日本市場におけるパートナーとして、250mlサイズの新商品を2026年9月29日よりファミリーマート旗艦店「FAMIMA PARK AZABUDAI」で数量限定先行販売する。 AI Japanese-language training app “Meshclass” for foreign employees now available to companies and corporationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094118https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094118Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESMeshclass株式会社 has launched the official corporate version of “Meshclass,” an AI-powered Japanese learning app with more than 100,000 registered users to date. In response to the growing number of foreign workers, it offers support for learning job-related Japanese, including business conversation and industry-specific terminology, AI conversation practice, and corporate learning management features. “Manage asbestos as if it is present.” metalab. (メタラボ) adds an “Asbestos Removal Record” feature to its property management system [Patent pending]https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094117https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094117Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社metalab. began offering an “Asbestos Removal Record” feature on September 28, 2026, for its asbestos pre-inspection and property management system, enabling users to record the removal status of asbestos-containing building materials. “That administrative work isn’t something the president needs to do.” Construction and civil engineering AI service “AI Banto” officially launches on October 1, with support for 10-year retention of subcontractor estimateshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094116https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094116Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社菩提樹 announced that it will officially launch “AI Banto,” an AI service for construction and civil engineering, on October 1, 2026. It supports the obligation to retain subcontractor estimates for 10 years and the change in the invoice system’s deduction rate (80%→70%), and offers a feature that automatically creates documents based on tradespeople’s LINE inputs. A special website for high-performance PET sheets has launched ahead of the 17th Highly-functional Material Weekhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094115https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094115Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAhead of the 17th Highly-functional Material Week, which will be held in September, 遠東新世紀日本株式会社 has launched a special website for its high-performance PET sheets, showcasing product lines featuring static control and heat resistance, along with recycling solutions. For EC and D2C businesses | Latest trends and front-line report on reducing electricity costs [September 2026 edition]https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094114https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094114Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社中央構想研究所 has released a free report on reducing electricity costs for EC and D2C businesses. It explains the difficulty of reviewing electricity unit prices and key points for checking contracts, against a backdrop that includes 日本郵便’s rate revisions and cookie regulations. ラフォーレ原宿の円筒形の建物を巨大な遊具に。SOAR NY・花原正基が手がけた2026AWビジュアル「LAFORET THE PLAYGROUND」https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094113https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094113Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESニューヨークのデザインスタジオSOAR NYが、ラフォーレ原宿の2026AW広告ビジュアル「LAFORET THE PLAYGROUND」のアートディレクションを担当。円筒形の建物を遊具に見立てたコンセプトで、ブルックリンの公園で撮影された。 [Official commercial released] “Haisai! Ryukyu Manpuku FES 2026 in Fukuoka” begins airing on TV, CS and YouTube! Held at Maizuru Park in Fukuoka on October 17 (Sat.) and 18 (Sun.)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094112https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094112Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe official commercial for “Haisai! Ryukyu Manpuku FES 2026 in Fukuoka” has been released. The event will be held at Maizuru Park in Fukuoka on Oct. 17 and 18, featuring 13 acts and around 40 vendors. Admission is free. 創業109年の堺打刃物メーカー・高橋楠、「より良い料理」のための道具を届けるEC「sen kitchen」をオープンhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094111https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094111Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES創業109年の堺打刃物メーカー・高橋楠が、料理道具のECサイト「sen kitchen」をオープンした。包丁だけでなくまな板や器なども扱い、作り手の技術や料理人の知恵を伝えることで、より良い料理を支えることを目指す。2028年以降の実店舗展開も視野に入れている。 Not just rice and water: yeast and lactic acid bacteria from Hokkaido, too. Fukutsukasa Shuzo asks what Hokkaido sake should be with new release “ToyTou,” out Oct. 8https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094110https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094110Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFukutsukasa Shuzo will release “ToyTou,” a new sake under its second brand Goshiki Saiun, on Oct. 8, 2026. In addition to rice and water from Hokkaido, it uses yeast and lactic acid bacteria native to Hokkaido. 地域企業19社が若者の未来を応援 三田市「三田みらいラボ」第2回を10月17日に開催。https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094109https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094109Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES三田市とNPO法人ひと・コネクト兵庫が主催する「三田みらいラボ」の第2回イベントが10月17日に開催され、地域企業19社が協力して若者の未来設計を支援する。 Independent survey of 19 CCUS-certified integrated systems: “CCUS Tech Landscape 2026” releasedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094108https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094108Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社FIRST has released “CCUS Tech Landscape 2026,” an independent survey and analysis of 19 CCUS-certified integrated systems. The report classifies the services into 6 types, visualizes their features in 3 positioning maps, and provides a detailed comparison table. Health ministry continues discussions on the “quality” of disability employment. Survey of 216 people with disabilities points to “job matching and ability to perform” as key to improving qualityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094107https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094107Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社EiU will release a white paper in September 2026 based on a survey of 216 people with disabilities who are employed. The survey found that “job matching and ability to perform” had the strongest correlation with employment quality (ρ=0.758). The finding aligns with discussions at the health ministry and highlights the importance of putting dialogue with supervisors and psychological safety into practice. 【EL COMMUN】Lighting brand “AMPERSAND FACTORY” launches “Globe” glass pendant light series, featuring a stylish silhouette composed entirely of spheres and straight lineshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094106https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094106Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESLighting brand “AMPERSAND FACTORY” has launched its “Globe” glass pendant light series, featuring a minimalist design of spheres and straight lines. 【REFOLMO Med】Co-hosted by 精介AI and コトノア｜“Can that AI really be used in the field?” The realities of AI in healthcare and nursing carehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094105https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094105Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社REFOLMO will co-host a free online webinar with 精介AI and コトノア in October 2026 to discuss how generative AI is being used in healthcare and nursing care settings and how to embed it in practice. 【Oct. 25 is Yashiro Pet Remembrance Day】Yashiro Memorial Parks and Tombstones to hold “2nd Pet Memorial Service: Connecting Hearts” at Hokusetsu Ikeda Memorial Parkhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094104https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094104Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社霊園・墓石のヤシロ will hold its “2nd Pet Memorial Service” at Hokusetsu Ikeda Memorial Park on Oct. 25, 2025. With support from the Japan Animal Trust Public Interest Incorporated Foundation, the event will include a memorial service and a special interment ceremony, as well as an adoption event for rescued dogs and cats. One point of contact for “Where should I go for help?” with online eligibility verification: San-ei Medicis launches implementation and operations support for medical institutionshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094103https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094103Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES三栄メディシス株式会社 has launched a support service for medical institutions, covering online eligibility verification from implementation through operation. It provides a single point of contact for inquiries, as well as environment checks, equipment selection and troubleshooting. The initial setup fee is ¥100,000, and the company has handled a cumulative total of 1,000 cases. Embroider a message, name and date directly onto the bouquet: glitter rose specialist IRiller（アイリエ） launches new servicehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094102https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094102Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESGlitter rose specialist “IRiller（アイリエ）,” operated by アイリエ株式会社, has launched an original embroidery service that adds a message, name and date to the Oshu tweed fabric used as the base of its bouquets. 株式会社家がほしい launches a specialized consultation site for selling inherited condominiums; checks include unpaid maintenance fees, neighborhood disputes and building management statushttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094101https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094101Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社家がほしい has launched “家が必要.com,” a specialized consultation site for selling inherited condominiums. It helps check for unpaid maintenance fees, neighborhood disputes and the building’s management status. Consultations and appraisals are free. Saviynt appoints Michifumi Serizawa to lead identity security growth in Japan’s AI erahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094100https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094100Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSaviynt has appointed Michifumi Serizawa as vice president and head of its Japan operations to lead identity security growth in Japan’s AI era. Niseko Distillery launches limited-edition “ohoro GIN (Standard) Niseko Distillery 5th Anniversary Label” to mark its 5th anniversaryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094099https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094099Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ニセコ蒸溜所 will release a limited-edition commemorative label for “ohoro GIN (Standard)” to mark the 5th anniversary of its opening on Oct. 1, 2026. AI video editing software “Evoto Video” begins offering plugins for Adobe Premiere and DaVinci Resolvehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094098https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094098Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Truesight Japanは、AI映像編集ソフト「Evoto Video」のVersion 1.6をリリースし、Adobe PremiereおよびDaVinci Resolve向けプラグインを提供開始した。また、色補正機能の搭載やクレジット消費ルールの変更（1秒1クレジット化）が行われた。 Register properties easily from floor plans. Launch of “Real Estate-Specific AI-OCR,” with greatly enhanced accuracy in reading real estate informationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094097https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094097Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESDataBee株式会社 began offering “AI-OCR,” a new feature of its real estate DX platform “Miraie,” on Sept. 16, 2026. The feature accurately reads property information from sales floor plans, streamlining data entry by automating sorting and transforming confirmation and correction work. “Complete Physical AI Company Database,” containing data on 2,088 companies related to physical AI and analyzing industrial structure and other areas, now available - 株式会社Listerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094096https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094096Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Lister began offering its “Complete Physical AI Company Database,” containing data on 2,088 companies related to physical AI, on Sept. 29, 2026. Press event to showcase highlights of “TechGALA 2026: BEYOND”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094095https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094095Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA press event for “TechGALA 2026: BEYOND,” hosted by Central Japan Startup Ecosystem Consortium, will be held on Oct. 30, 2026, with announcements of notable content and speakers. Survey of 2,000 people: 85.71% of those who kept pets in properties where pets were prohibited had no individual permission; about 40% were not found out until they moved outhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094094https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094094Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA survey of 2,000 people conducted by ブルークリーン株式会社 found that 85.71% of respondents who kept pets in properties where pets were prohibited had not obtained individual permission, and in about 40% of cases, the pet was not discovered until the tenant moved out. Free seminar on the latest web marketing—Learn from popular manga: “Question the rules of the game”—How to find the winning strategy in web marketinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094093https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094093Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESONE Lab, operated by one move株式会社, is accepting participants for free web marketing workshops to be held from October 2026 onward. Using popular manga as examples, the workshops will explain how to rethink strategy by questioning the rules of the game. No advance registration is required, and sessions will be streamed via Google Meet. イレブンラボ launches “Eleven v4,” an AI voice model that “acts”; low-latency “Eleven v4 Turbo” also unveiledhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094092https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094092Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESイレブンラボジャパン has begun offering “Eleven v4,” a speech synthesis model with powerful emotional expression, and its low-latency version, “Eleven v4 Turbo.” v4 supports more than 90 languages and can also generate ambient and sound effects. Turbo, with a response time of about 100 milliseconds, is suited to real-time conversation and is available through “ElevenAgents.” Initial production run sells out about 1 month after launch; WAQ MULTI BURNER BASE back in stockhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094091https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094091Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESWAQ株式会社 has restocked “WAQ MULTI BURNER BASE,” a product from outdoor brand WAQ, and resumed regular sales through its official online store. The initial production run of 1,000 units sold out about 1 month after launch. “DENBA Health” introduced at BELLEFINE（ベルフィーヌ）, a salon supporting beauty and health in Koshigaya, Saitama Prefecture!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094090https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094090Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESBELLEFINE（ベルフィーヌ）, a salon in Koshigaya, Saitama Prefecture, has joined as a new partner in the “DENBA Franchise” operated by 株式会社フォーシーズHD and introduced “DENBA Health.” Indoor fitness brand “ROOM FIT” begins overseas saleshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094089https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094089Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Xcountry has begun overseas sales of its indoor fitness brand “ROOM FIT” and held a launch event in Guangzhou, China. The company used Xiaohongshu (RED) as a sales channel and held a hands-on event attended by about 60 people. AXer begins offering an additional knowledge platform for analyzing performance and creative assets by servicehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094088https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094088Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アイトリガー will begin offering an expanded configuration for its advertising knowledge platform “AXer” in October 2026, enabling performance and creative assets to be analyzed by service. Implementation was completed in September for a project in the education industry, and the platform will help companies with multiple services generate improvement hypotheses for each KPI and messaging angle. “Autumn Sweets Afternoon Tea,” featuring a gift from モルトンブラウン, offers a lavish taste of autumn. Starts October 1https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094087https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094087Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTIAD Autograph Collection will begin offering “Autumn Sweets Afternoon Tea,” featuring a gift from モルトンブラウン, on October 1, 2026. 【2026 Shichi-Go-San】New lineup of 3 haori hakama outfits for 5-year-old boys｜Distinctive styles, from nuanced colors to tiger patternshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094086https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094086Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESレンタル衣裳マイセレクト, a kimono rental specialty store operated by 株式会社LIN, is introducing 3 new haori hakama outfits for 5-year-old boys ahead of the 2026 Shichi-Go-San season in autumn. Scene Live develops technology to visualize “gaps in perception” in communication and files patent applicationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094085https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094085Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Scene Live developed technology to visualize “gaps in perception” in communication and filed a patent application. The company is expanding the use of its “bq” series beyond recruitment to corporate activities in general, including meetings and business negotiations. 【がブリチキン。】新業態「立呑み、からあげ、ハイボール がブリチキン。大阪谷九BataBata店」が10月2日(金)グランドオープン！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094084https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094084Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESがブリチキン。, a restaurant brand operated by 株式会社ブルームダイニングサービス, will grand-open its new standing bar concept, “大阪谷九BataBata店,” on October 2, 2026. Model visualizes the movement of instruments and deformation of brain structures not visible on neuroendoscope screens—research paper on Japan-developed “transparent brain model” published in international academic journalhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094083https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094083Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ジャパン・メディカル・カンパニー announced that a research paper on the “transparent brain model,” jointly developed with Kenichi Nishiyama and Ten Miwa, was published in the international academic journal Child’s Nervous System on September 1, 2026. The model visualizes instrument movement outside the endoscope’s field of view and brain structure deformation, demonstrating potential applications in surgical training and device development through comparisons of rigid and flexible endoscopes. 鈴乃屋 to hold its first event in Beppu, “鈴乃屋きもの記念祭”! Special exhibition of period costumes used in a historical dramahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094082https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094082Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESきもの鈴乃屋 will hold Beppu’s first “鈴乃屋きもの記念祭” at トキハ別府店 from October 9 to 14. The event will feature a special exhibition of 4 period costumes used in a historical drama, along with sales of formal visiting kimono and reused kimono. 51.5% have encountered someone they consider “effeminate”｜Key traits include “dwelling on the past,” “being bothered by small things” and “indecisiveness” [ハッピーメール survey]https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094081https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094081Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESIn a survey by ハッピーメール, operated by 株式会社アイベック, 51.5% of 200 adult men and women said they had encountered someone they considered “effeminate.” Traits cited included “dwelling on the past,” “being bothered by small things” and “indecisiveness.” 東陽テクニカ signs exclusive domestic sales agency agreement with France’s Miratlas社https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094080https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094080Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社東陽テクニカ has signed an exclusive domestic sales agency agreement with France’s Miratlas社 and will begin selling its “Sky Monitor” atmospheric observation system for optical satellite communications on September 29, 2026. JAXA venture 株式会社天地人 to exhibit at “2026長崎水道展,” one of Japan’s largest waterworks exhibitionshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094079https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094079Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESJAXA-certified space startup 株式会社天地人 will exhibit at “2026長崎水道展,” one of Japan’s largest waterworks exhibitions, to be held at Dejima Messe Nagasaki in October 2026. The company will showcase its independently developed waterworks DX solution “宇宙水道局” and its cloud services. Learning recruitment management system “Wantedly Hire”｜New “AI Meeting Minutes” feature now availablehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094078https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094078Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESウォンテッドリー株式会社 will begin offering the new “AI Meeting Minutes” feature for its recruitment management system “Wantedly Hire” on September 29, 2026. The feature supports automatic recording of online meetings and interviews, summary generation and transcription, aiming to reduce interviewers’ workloads and streamline the selection process. Cloud ERP “ZAC” launches “Power BI integration option”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094077https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094077Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社オロ has launched the “Power BI integration option,” which connects its cloud ERP “ZAC” with Microsoft’s BI service Power BI. A new kind of strength training for the longevity era works “muscles” and “movement” at the same time! New studio program “Ageless Train,” incorporating movement resistance training, starts in Octoberhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094076https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094076Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ティップネス will launch “Ageless Train,” a new studio program that works “muscles” and “movement” at the same time, at all ティップネス and ティップ．クロス TOKYO locations in October 2026. ＜イベントレポート＞宇部の熱い夏。宇部市高校生ビジネスプランコンテスト開催https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094075https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094075Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAs part of “うべスタートアップ,” operated by 株式会社ツクリエ, the “宇部市高校生ビジネスプランコンテスト2026 最終審査会” was held at Ube City Hall on August 22, 2026. Ten high school teams selected from 135 entries gave presentations, and 3 awards, including the grand prize, were presented. 【New store information】“串カツ田中 膳所店” opens Thursday, October 1!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094074https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094074Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ユニシアホールディングス, a subsidiary of 株式会社串カツ田中, announced that it will open “串カツ田中 膳所店” in Otsu, Shiga Prefecture, on October 1, 2026. It also announced that it will hold online information sessions to encourage franchise participation. Dalton strengthens automation solutions for pharmaceutical and semiconductor manufacturing sites—signs agreement with STÄUBLI to become its exclusive distributor in Japanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094073https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094073Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社イトーキのグループ会社であるダルトンは、スイスの産業用ロボットメーカーSTÄUBLIと日本国内における総代理店契約を締結し、2026年10月に大阪市内に「ダルトン ロボティクスセンターOSAKA」を開設して自動化ソリューションの提供を強化する。 Nyanko-sensei comes to life on paper!? Traditional wood-carved and black buffalo horn versions join the “Natsume Hanko Book: Yuin Collection,” stamps for paper lovers that add a cute touch to planners, letters and morehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094072https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094072Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社岡田商会は、オンラインショップで「夏目はんこ帳 遊印コレクション」の木彫り・黒水牛タイプを発売した。 A leather accessories collection is here, created in collaboration with “AGILITY,” a Japanese-made brand known for quality craftsmanship by leather artisans, from “Mobile Suit Gundam”!!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094071https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094071Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社バンダイ’s Lifestyle Business Division is launching a leather accessories collection in collaboration with “Mobile Suit Gundam” and Japanese-made leather goods brand “AGILITY.” Preorders will begin on “プレミアムバンダイ” on September 29, 2026, and the items will be available in stores at STRICT-G locations from October 31 of the same year. 【ジョリーパスタ】牛肉や秋の味覚“きのこ”を使用した2種のボロネーゼが登場！ジョリーパスタが「北イタリア縦断フェア “エミリア＝ロマーニャ編”」を開催https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094070https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094070Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ジョリーパスタは10月6日より、「北イタリア縦断フェア “エミリア＝ロマーニャ編”」を開催し、牛肉やきのこを使用した2種のボロネーゼなど新商品を322店舗で販売する。 Free demonstration event on the latest surveying drone and 3D measurement solutions, themed around “labor-saving and construction DX,” to be held in Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture, on Wednesday, October 21https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094069https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094069Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社セキドは、10月21日に長野県松本市で「省人化／建設DX」をテーマとした測量ドローンや3D計測機器の無料実演会を開催する。 Aeon Fantasy to exhibit at “Earth Day Makuhari 2026”! Free trial of “ぐるぐるリサイクルん,” a game machine that teaches recycling through playhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094068https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094068Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社イオンファンタジーは、2026年10月3日と4日に開催される「アースデイ幕張2026」に出展し、ごみ分別とリサイクルを学べるゲーム機「ぐるぐるリサイクルん」の無料体験を実施する。 Begins hiring for its 3rd cohort of highly skilled foreign professionals in Uzbekistanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094067https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094067Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES大東建託は9月16日、ウズベキスタンのタシケント建築建設大学で第3期高度外国人材の採用選考を実施し、3人に内定を出した。2026年度来日を予定し、施工管理職として育成する。 Feng shui, Asia’s most powerful field of learning. Why do the world’s elites use feng shui? Feng shui master Yuchiku Rinoie, whose books have sold more than 10 million copies in total, unravels the “philosophy of fortune”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094066https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094066Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES累計1000万部超の風水師・李家幽竹が、政治や都市設計などエリートたちが活用する「運の思想」としての風水を解き明かす新著『教養としての風水』を扶桑社より発売。 [蔦屋書店・蔦屋家電] Limited “BLACK” color of the “mirumi” peekaboo charm robot to go on presale from Oct. 1 (Thu.)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094065https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3094065Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe limited “BLACK” color of “mirumi,” a charm robot developed by Yukai Engineering, will go on presale from October 1, 2026, at 蔦屋書店・蔦屋家電, operated by Culture Convenience Club, and its online store. Partnership signing ceremony with figure skater Ami Nakai at “UNDER ARMOUR BRAND SUMMIT 2026,” an event marking the 30th anniversary of the アンダーアーマー brandhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3091766https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3091766Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:29:41 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ドームは、アンダーアーマー日本総代理店として、2026年ミラノ・コルティナオリンピック女子シングル銅メダリストの中井亜美選手とパートナーシップ契約を締結した。調印式は「UNDER ARMOUR BRAND SUMMIT 2026」にて実施され、中井選手のTEAM UA加入が発表された。 What kind of career do IT engineers need in the AI era? Techworks representative Ayumu Ono begins accepting requests for guest lectures and event appearanceshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3091767https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3091767Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:29:06 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社テックワークスは、代表取締役の小野歩によるITエンジニアのキャリアや働き方をテーマとした外部講師・イベント登壇の依頼受付を開始した。小野はITエンジニアコミュニティ「tecHub」を7年間運営し、3冊の著書がある。 [Kaneko Hannosuke takeout new item] Juicy, sweet-and-savory chicken tempura rice box launches Thursday, October 1!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3091768https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3091768Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:29:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESオイシーズ株式会社傘下の株式会社and RICEは、2026年10月1日より「日本橋 天丼 天むす 金子半之助」店舗で新商品「とり天丼弁当」（1,080円）を発売し、同月には百貨店等へ催事出店を行う。 Sumitomo Electric System Solutions provided Otoron Cars with a delivery planning system, reducing the burden on delivery drivers through more efficient logistics. The system imports current land transport data into “配送デス®” and creates transport plans through automated vehicle dispatch.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3091769https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3091769Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:28:40 +0900JapanPR TIMESSumitomo Electric System Solutions provided Otoron Cars with its delivery planning system “配送デス®,” improving logistics efficiency and reducing the burden on drivers. Popular wood-burning stoves “AURA FG” and “AURA FG SUS,” sold out last year, return by popular demand! Sales begin sequentially from Sept. 29 and 30https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3091770https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3091770Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:26:06 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Mt.SUMI will relaunch its popular wood-burning stoves “AURA FG” and “AURA FG SUS,” which sold out last year, starting Sept. 29 and 30, 2026. New TV commercials “The Road to Becoming a Pro” and “A Gaze” releasedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3091771https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-09/index-en-p5.html#n3091771Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:25:50 +0900JapanPR TIMESToshiba Elevator released its new TV commercials, “The Road to Becoming a Pro” and “A Gaze,” which will air nationwide starting in October.