# AI News 180m Report｜2026-09-29 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 9 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.

## [Sakurada, Kuki City, Saitama Prefecture] 24-hour fitness gym “ECOFIT24 Higashi-Washinomiya” to open on Oct. 13｜71st location nationwide

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000131.000095989.html
- anchor: #n3094179
- Companies mentioned: エーイーシー株式会社、ECOFIT24、TRESUL、JR

エーイーシー株式会社 will open ECOFIT24 Higashi-Washinomiya in Kuki City, Saitama Prefecture, on Oct. 13, 2026, making it its 71st location nationwide. With cumulative membership surpassing 50,000, it is expanding its 24-hour fitness gyms, which charge a monthly fee of ¥2,980.

Facts:
- Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026
- 71st location nationwide
- Cumulative membership of 50,000
- Limited to the first 300 people
- Save up to approximately 9,000 yen on initial costs
- 2-minute walk from Higashi-Washinomiya Station
- More than 30 machines
- 2,980 yen per month

## オクトパスエナジー begins sales of Tesla Powerwall 3 home battery

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000132.000087134.html
- anchor: #n3094178
- Companies mentioned: TGオクトパスエナジー株式会社、オクトパスエナジー、テスラ、Tesla、東京ガス

TGオクトパスエナジー株式会社は、テスラの家庭用蓄電池「Tesla Powerwall 3」の販売を2026年9月18日より開始し、10月1日より出荷を開始する。同社は電力会社上位30社中2024年比成長率第1位（63%）であり、補助金申請から設置までワンストップサポートや独自5年延長保証（合計15年）、専用電気料金プランを提供する。

Facts:
- Sales began on Friday, Sept. 18, 2026
- Shipping will begin sequentially on Thursday, Oct. 1
- Growth rate of 63% compared with 2024
- You may be eligible for a subsidy of up to ¥1.8 million
- Covered by a warranty for a total of 15 years
- 13.5 kWh storage capacity
- High output of up to 9.69 kW
- Surpassed 500,000 contracts

## “HERP AI Recruiter” launches “AI Evaluation Draft” feature to automate evaluation entry for resume screening

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000133.000030340.html
- anchor: #n3094177
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社HERP

株式会社HERP has launched “AI Evaluation Draft,” a new feature in “HERP AI Recruiter” that automates evaluation entry for resume screening.

## 東京・湯河原温泉 万葉の湯 町田、AIナレッジ基盤「talkappi KNOWLEDGE」を導入

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000138.000020288.html
- anchor: #n3094176
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アクティバリューズ、東京・湯河原温泉 万葉の湯 町田、ホームページの制作会社

株式会社アクティバリューズ’ self-updating AI knowledge platform, “talkappi KNOWLEDGE,” has been adopted by 東京・湯河原温泉 万葉の湯 町田, reducing inquiry response times and improving operational efficiency.

Facts:
- July 2026
- 1日約5件
- 0–1 cases
- 1件あたり約15分
- Some cases take more than 30 minutes
- 1日あたり少なくとも1時間以上のメール対応時間を削減
- Open 24 hours
- Capital: ¥491.95 million
- Company established: June 17, 2016
- June 2026

## Mitsuru Wakabayashi Photo Exhibition “Dérive (Drifting)”

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000139.000011879.html
- anchor: #n3094175
- Companies mentioned: ライカカメラジャパン株式会社、ライカギャラリー京都、ライカ京都店、ライカ

ライカカメラジャパン株式会社 will present a photo exhibition by photographer 若林 満, “Dérive (Drifting),” at ライカギャラリー京都. The exhibition features works capturing scenes encountered by chance while walking through the city without a set destination, and will run from Oct. 3 to Dec. 3, 2026.

Facts:
- Saturday, October 3, 2026
- Thursday, Dec. 3
- 570-120
- 11:00 - 19:00
- 2F
- 2016

## Fall “favorite menu items” available for a limited time starting Thursday, Oct. 1!

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000140.000042791.html
- anchor: #n3094174
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NATTY SWANKYホールディングス、株式会社ダンダダン、やまやコミュニケーションズ

肉汁餃子のダンダダン, operated by 株式会社ダンダダン, will offer 6 fall seasonal menu items for a limited time starting Oct. 1, 2026, and run campaigns on X and through a survey.

Facts:
- 5 “favorite menu items”
- 1 dessert
- 6 items in total
- Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- ¥748 including tax
- 638 yen including tax
- ¥693 including tax
- ¥583 including tax
- 605 yen including tax
- Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026, 23:59
- For 10 winners
- “¥3,000 service voucher”
- Carefully aged for 168 hours
- 1日10万個以上売れる
- [Capital] ¥10 million

## Customer favorites! Hamburg steak bento and potato salad named “Inageya Specialty Items”

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000145.000135992.html
- anchor: #n3094173
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社いなげや、ユナイテッド・スーパーマーケット・ホールディングス株式会社

株式会社いなげや announced that it has recognized 2 items—the “Hamburger Steak with Onion Sauce & Crab Cream Croquette Bento” and “Special Potato Salad with Lactic Acid Bacteria”—under its original “Inageya Specialty Items” certification program.

Facts:
- Price before tax: ¥599
- Price including tax: ¥646.92
- 10 billion per 100 g
- Small pack / price before tax: ¥199
- Medium pack / price before tax: ¥299
- Large pack / price before tax: ¥399

## [Kanshukuen ESHIKOTO] Savor Echizen crab, a signature winter delicacy of Fukui, with Kokuryu junmai sake

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000156.000072765.html
- anchor: #n3094172
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アクアイグニス、石田屋二左衛門株式会社

〈歓宿縁 ESHIKOTO〉, a hot-spring auberge in Eiheiji, Fukui Prefecture, operated by 株式会社アクアイグニス, will serve its “Echizen Crab and Seasonal Delicacies Kaiseki” at 日本料理 えん from Nov. 7, 2026, to March 31, 2027. The course features dishes including 日本料理 えん’s original Echizen crab sake shabu-shabu made with Kokuryu junmai sake, boiled crab, and seiko crab. The property will also begin offering mail-order sales of Echizen crab exclusively to overnight guests.

Facts:
- Starting Saturday, November 7, 2026
- Until Wednesday, March 31, 2027
- 1名料金：97,000円(税込)～
- Medium size (800 g)
- Large size (1 kg)
- Imperial Household presentation-grade size (1.2 kg)
- Large size (1 kg) +¥18,755 per person
- Imperial Household presentation-grade size (1.2 kg) +¥36,300 per person

## [QUICK × Kyodo Printing Webinar] How will the value of integrated reports change in the SSBJ era?—Understanding the essence of the rules to enable effective disclosure

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000157.000059594.html
- anchor: #n3094171
- Companies mentioned: 共同印刷株式会社、株式会社QUICK ESG研究所、株式会社QUICK

Announcement of a webinar hosted by 共同印刷株式会社 and 株式会社QUICK ESG研究所. The webinar will explain how the value of integrated reports and approaches to information disclosure will change as SSBJ standards become mandatory from fiscal years ending March 2027 onward, from both investor and corporate perspectives.

Facts:
- From the fiscal year ending March 2027 onward
- Oct. 22, Thursday, 12:00–13:00
- Oct. 23, Friday, 12:00–13:00
- Oct. 27, Tuesday, 13:00–14:00

## Nara’s Koryo Town “広陵くつした” heads to Rwanda, Cambodia and Ukraine—local industry and elementary school students’ learning connect people around the world through peace

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000157.000166170.html
- anchor: #n3094170
- Companies mentioned: 特定非営利活動法人なかよし学園プロジェクト、広陵町立真美ヶ丘第一小学校、大栄工業株式会社、Aegis Trust、MINILAND.UA

特定非営利活動法人なかよし学園プロジェクト carried out a project in summer 2026 that delivered educational materials and artwork made using leftover fabric from Koryo Town, Nara Prefecture’s local sock industry, to Rwanda, Cambodia and Ukraine, linking local studies with peacebuilding and environmental education.

Facts:
- Summer 2026
- 3 regions
- July 2026
- Over a period of about 2 months
- August 2026
- Aug. 7, 2026
- 1994
- Aug. 21 to 28, 2026
- In 40-degree heat
- September 2026
- Sept. 2

## The completely free LINE CRM tool “Lフリー(エルフリー)” automates tagging and message delivery by advertising platform through integration with the LINE friend-add tracking tool “L-TRACK(エルトラック)!”

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000161.000007786.html
- anchor: #n3094169
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SVC、Lフリー、L-TRACK

株式会社SVC began offering an integration feature between its completely free LINE CRM tool “Lフリー” and the LINE friend-add tracking tool “L-TRACK” on September 17, 2026. The feature enables automated tagging and message delivery by advertising platform.

Facts:
- [September 17, 2026]
- Established: May 2002

## visumo launches YouTube integration for 島村楽器, enabling centralized management of more than 150 YouTube channels

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000161.000050732.html
- anchor: #n3094168
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社visumo、visumo、島村楽器株式会社、島村楽器

株式会社visumo has launched a feature for “島村楽器 Update!,” a media outlet operated by 島村楽器, to centrally manage and integrate more than 150 YouTube channels. By bringing together video content previously dispersed among stores and departments and displaying it by instrument category, the feature aims to improve users’ purchasing experience.

Facts:
- More than 150 YouTube channels
- 8 instrument-specific top pages

## Achieving a V-shaped recovery in customer experience with Ikyu’s “AI hospitality”

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000163.000025663.html
- anchor: #n3094167
- Companies mentioned: カラクリ株式会社、株式会社一休、SBI証券、大和証券、星野リゾート、経済産業省、NEDO、AWS

カラクリ株式会社のAIエージェント「GeN」が一休.comのカスタマーサービスに導入され、ユーザーの自己解決率が36%から約70%へ改善した。

Facts:
- 36% before implementation
- Improved to about 70%
- The prompt ballooned to 42,000 characters
- Response start time: from 3.2 seconds
- to 2 seconds
- A reduction of about 40%
- Serving more than 150 major companies

## Announcing “Apresia FON,” a practical APN solution that minimizes investment risk with no dedicated network required and a small-scale start

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000165.000002807.html
- anchor: #n3094166
- Companies mentioned: APRESIA Systems株式会社、国立研究開発法人情報通信研究機構、NICT

APRESIA Systems株式会社 has begun offering “Apresia FON,” a multi-service APN platform that requires no dedicated network and can share existing lines, to enable early implementation of all-photonics networks (APNs) that support AI traffic and 6G.

Facts:
- Target of investing 5.9 trillion yen in APN by 2040
- High-capacity transmission capability of 14.4 Tbps
- Reduces power consumption by about 65%
- Reduces installation space by about 76%
- Full-scale proposals and rollout to telecommunications carriers from 2026...

## “4v4 EVENT Presented by au Autumn Soccer Festival 2026 in Yamaguchi,” a 4-a-side soccer event conceived by Keisuke Honda; former Japan national team players Yosuke Kashiwagi and Yuya Kubo to coach the “4v4 Soccer Clinic”

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000170.000073947.html
- anchor: #n3094165
- Companies mentioned: Now Do株式会社、KDDI株式会社、山口朝日放送株式会社、サンフレッチェ広島、浦和レッズ、FC岐阜、京都サンガF.C.、FCシンシナティ

Now Do株式会社 and KDDI株式会社 announced details of the “4v4 EVENT Presented by au Autumn Soccer Festival 2026 in Yamaguchi,” to be held in Yamaguchi Prefecture from October 10 to 12, 2026. The event will take place as part of “yab Fureai Festa 2026,” hosted by Yamaguchi Asahi Broadcasting, and will feature a “4v4 soccer class” led by former Japan national team players Yosuke Kashiwagi and Yuya Kubo, as well as an experiential tournament.

Facts:
- 2026年10月10日（土）・11日（日）・12日（月・祝）
- A ¥500 gift card
- Active at the forefront for about 18 years

## Free nationwide distribution through GREEN×EXPO 2027’s “SDGs Radio”

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000172.000097656.html
- anchor: #n3094164
- Companies mentioned: 公益社団法人２０２７年国際園芸博覧会協会、GREEN×EXPO協会、株式会社ケシオン、みみよみ

公益社団法人２０２７年国際園芸博覧会協会は、株式会社ケシオンが運営する「SDGsラジオ」において、GREEN×EXPO 2027に関する教育コンテンツを2026年9月29日から全国約7,000校の教育機関向けに無料で配信することを発表した。

Facts:
- Starting Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026
- About 7,000 schools nationwide

## [赤から] New lunch menu launches! “赤から Mixed Noodle Lunch” goes on sale October 1

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000175.000126693.html
- anchor: #n3094163
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社甲羅、赤から

赤から, a hot pot restaurant chain operated by 株式会社甲羅, will begin selling its new “赤から Mixed Noodle Lunch” menu exclusively at 9 directly operated locations starting October 1, 2026.

Facts:
- Oct. 1, 2026
- 9 stores
- 200g
- 300g
- 400g
- 1,000 yen
- More than 150 locations

## スターペイント releases “Popular Renovation Ranking”

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000175.000143674.html
- anchor: #n3094162
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社シーラホールディングス、株式会社シーラ、スターペイント

スターペイント, a subsidiary of 株式会社シーラ, has released its “Popular Renovation Ranking” based on work completed from September 2016 to August 2026. The most common combination was “exterior wall painting + roof painting” (41.6%), which offers benefits such as savings on scaffolding costs.

Facts:
- Accounted for 41.6%
- No. 2: Exterior wall painting, 27.9%
- Accounted for 3.7%
- Annual work completed: more than 3,000 projects
- Cumulative work completed: more than 10,000 projects (as of the end of August 2026)
- Capital: ¥2,391 million

## A “waist + arms” dual-assist support suit born from feedback on the job site: “Muscle Suit Soft-ARM” goes on sale

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000180.000041785.html
- anchor: #n3094161
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イノフィス、東京理科大学

株式会社イノフィス will launch “Muscle Suit Soft-ARM,” a support-style assist suit that supports the waist and arms simultaneously, on September 30, 2026.

Facts:
- Sales will begin on the official online store on Wednesday, September 30, 2026
- Average reduction of 33% (※1)
- Average reduction of 33% (※2)
- The main unit weighs 665 g
- Can be put on in about 10 seconds
- Manufacturer’s suggested retail price: 33,000 yen (tax included)
- More than 40,000 units shipped cumulatively

## “Cult Movies Poster Collection” goes on sale Tuesday, September 29! From “Faster, Pussycat! Kill! Kill!” to “Stop Making Sense”

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000180.000054993.html
- anchor: #n3094160
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社トゥーヴァージンズ、Amazon、紀伊國屋書店、ヴィレッジヴァンガード、代官山 蔦屋書店、Stranger、クレプスキュールフィルム

株式会社トゥーヴァージンズは、1965～84年のカルト映画ポスターを総数550点超収録した『カルトムービーズ ポスター・コレクション』を2026年9月29日に発売する。定価は4,950円。

Facts:
- More than 550 items featured
- Tuesday, September 29, 2026
- 288 pages
- List price: 4,950 yen
- More than 330 works

## 《10/9 17:00まで延長》スカイマーク公式ダイナミックパッケージ『たす旅・先トクキャンペーン♪』で最大50,000円OFFクーポンを配布！連休・冬休みなど人気の日程は早い者勝ち！事前座席指定無料

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000181.000151514.html
- anchor: #n3094159
- Companies mentioned: スカイパックツアーズ株式会社、スカイマーク

スカイパックツアーズは、スカイマークの航空券とホテルをセットにしたダイナミックパッケージ『たす旅』の『先トクキャンペーン』販売期間を10月9日17時まで延長し、最大5万円分の割引クーポンを配布する。

Facts:
- Save up to 50,000 yen
- 11:00 a.m., Monday, Aug. 31, 2026
- 17:00 on Friday, October 9, 2026

## “SKZOO Drone and Fireworks Show” to be held at 富士急ハイランド on October 17 and 18

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000183.000087924.html
- anchor: #n3094158
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社レッドクリフ、富士急ハイランド、株式会社GENDA GiGO Entertainment、JYP Entertainment、株式会社富士キメラ総研

株式会社レッドクリフ will handle the production and operation of a drone and fireworks show using 500 drones on October 17 and 18, 2026, as part of a collaboration event between Stray Kids’ official characters “SKZOO” and 富士急ハイランド.

Facts:
- 500 drones
- A special show lasting about 15 minutes
- About 10,000 visitors
- Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026
- Sunday the 18th
- Flight of 3,000 drones

## ESCAPE.ID to launch an email-sending feature for member businesses on October 13, enabling them to reach followers and participants.

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000183.000148619.html
- anchor: #n3094157
- Companies mentioned: ESCAPE株式会社、ESCAPE.ID、Sendgrid、Amazon SES、Azure Communication Services

ESCAPE株式会社 will launch a new email-sending feature for member businesses on its puzzle and escape game portal “ESCAPE.ID” on October 13, 2026. Businesses can use it to contact followers and ticket holders, at a rate of 1 yen per 1 message (excluding tax), with no initial or monthly fees.

Facts:
- Oct. 13, 2026
- 1 yen (excluding tax)

## SORABITO introduces “i-Rental Inspection” for construction equipment rentals at 4 companies in the Wakita Group, further accelerating business digital transformation

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000184.000015533.html
- anchor: #n3094156
- Companies mentioned: SORABITO株式会社、株式会社ワキタ、株式会社泉リース、信陽機材リース販売株式会社、大喜産業株式会社、株式会社グランドアース九州、公益社団法人建設荷役車両安全技術協会

SORABITO株式会社's inspection service, i-Rental Inspection, has been adopted by 4 group companies of 株式会社ワキタ, advancing operational digital transformation and standardizing inspection quality.

Facts:
- 4 group companies
- Since May 2024
- January 2026
- Feb. 2026
- June 2026
- August 2026
- 2028 Mid-Term Management Plan

## Channel Corporation sponsors “OUTCOME 2026,” Japan’s first※ B2B conference focused on customer outcomes

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000185.000029184.html
- anchor: #n3094155
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 Channel Corporation、株式会社UPDATA、株式会社カンリー、Sierra Technologies、Zen and Company、富士通株式会社、株式会社SHIFT AI、株式会社スペースデータ、Palantir、カスタマーサクセス株式会社、株式会社プレイド、ウェルディレクション合同会社、freee株式会社、一般社団法人日本カスタマーサクセス協会、株式会社ベネッセコーポレーション

株式会社Channel Corporation is sponsoring the B2B conference “OUTCOME 2026,” to be held on October 29, 2026, where executive officer Ryoji Yamamoto will speak.

Facts:
- More than 240,000 companies worldwide
- Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026
- From 4 people to 2
- Limited to 50 people

## [Exhibiting at the ’26 Security Equipment Exhibition for Counterterrorism (SEECAT)] Showcasing cameras and image-analysis software for surveillance and analysis systems, as well as LEO chart plotters and underwater audio visualization systems for maritime applications

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000185.000064519.html
- anchor: #n3094154
- Companies mentioned: コーンズテクノロジー株式会社、Teledyne FLIR社、gfai Tech社、Viken Detection社、Oomph Industries社

コーンズテクノロジー株式会社 will exhibit at the ’26 Security Equipment Exhibition for Counterterrorism, “SEECAT,” held at Tokyo Big Sight from September 30 to October 2, 2026, showcasing products for surveillance and analysis systems and maritime applications.

Facts:
- Sept. 30, 2026
- October 2
- 10:00-17:00

## Better Place forms business alliance with 西日本シティ銀行 to support employee retention at small and medium-sized businesses in Fukuoka Prefecture through the “Hagukumi Corporate Pension”

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000187.000074850.html
- anchor: #n3094153
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ベター・プレイス、西日本シティ銀行、独立行政法人 中小企業基盤整備機構、厚生労働省、金融庁、山梨大学名誉教授・福利厚生戦略研究所

株式会社ベター・プレイス has formed a business alliance with 西日本シティ銀行 to support employee retention, a challenge for small and medium-sized businesses in Fukuoka Prefecture, through the “Hagukumi Corporate Pension.”

Facts:
- Small and medium-sized enterprises account for 99.7% of all companies in Japan
- Employees of small and medium-sized enterprises account for 69.7% of the workforce
- Only 16% of companies with 30–99 employees have a retirement pension plan
- About 95% of adopting corporations are small and medium-sized, with 300 or fewer employees
- Period: establishments introduced in the most recent 1 year (October 2024–September 2025) (2,001 corporations, 2,044 business establishments)

## [Fall Gaming Sale] Next-generation pro controller “BIGBIG WON Rainbow 3” resists drift and lag, now at a special price | 8K-precision sticks × 2000Hz ultra-low latency for “controls that do exactly what you want”

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000187.000084333.html
- anchor: #n3094152
- Companies mentioned: ONO貿易株式会社、BIGBIG WON、MOJHON、楽天市場

ONO貿易株式会社, the official Japanese distributor of gaming brand “BIGBIG WON,” is selling the next-generation pro controller “BIGBIG WON Rainbow 3” at a limited-time special price on 楽天市場 starting September 28, 2026. The product features 8K-precision sticks and 2000Hz ultra-low latency.

Facts:
- Monday, Sept. 28, 2026
- Oct. 5 (Mon.)
- 2000Hz
- 0.0005 seconds
- 8K precision
- All 16 buttons
- Large-capacity 1000mAh battery

## 【秋の自主練応援セール】世界500クラブ導入のサッカートレーニングボール「SenseBall（センスボール）」が特別価格｜1日15分・自宅でプロのメソッド｜入門〜プロ仕様2サイズ展開

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000188.000084333.html
- anchor: #n3094151
- Companies mentioned: ONO貿易株式会社、楽天ショップ、AMAZON

ONO貿易株式会社 is selling the Belgian soccer training ball “SenseBall” at a limited-time special price starting September 28, 2026. It has been adopted by 500 clubs worldwide and has also been featured by former Japan national team player Daigo Nishi.

Facts:
- Used by 500 clubs worldwide
- 1日15分
- September 28, 2026 (Monday), 10:00
- October 5, 2026 (Monday), 23:59

## ニュージーランド政府観光局 × ニュージーランド航空 launch limited-time sale for “A New Zealand Trip to Replenish Me”

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000190.000004270.html
- anchor: #n3094150
- Companies mentioned: ニュージーランド政府観光局、ニュージーランド航空

ニュージーランド政府観光局 and ニュージーランド航空 will launch a limited-time sale on September 29 in connection with a new campaign featuring Kana Kurashina as ambassador. Economy-class flights from Narita to Auckland and Christchurch will be available from ¥138,000.

Facts:
- Economy: from ¥138,000
- Premium Economy: from ¥298,000
- Business Premier: from ¥509,000
- Starting today, September 29
- The Narita–Christchurch route will begin on November 27, 2026
- Operating up to 14 flights per week

## As summer draws to a close! A science show and factory tour for parents and children, offering a hands-on look at the care that goes into product development at a low-irritation skincare maker

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000191.000024770.html
- anchor: #n3094149
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ナチュラルサイエンス、ナチュラルアイランド、Allergy

株式会社ナチュラルサイエンス held a special summer vacation event on August 20, 2026, featuring a science show led by product research and development staff and factory tours at Tokyo Factory and the factory inside “Natu no Mori” in Shiraoi, Hokkaido.

Facts:
- 30 years of skin development research
- August 20, 2026
- Food allergies: 98.3%
- Atopic dermatitis: 92.7%
- More than 850 facilities nationwide

## Employees choose for themselves: Launch of “学びサポートHQ,” offering the freedom to choose learning options from AI courses to books

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000193.000089608.html
- anchor: #n3094148
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社HQ、LITALICO

株式会社HQ has launched “学びサポートHQ,” a learning platform where employees can freely choose options ranging from AI courses to books.

Facts:
- Series B funding in 2024 (2 billion yen)
- 6 products launched in 5 years

## Monoxer (Monoxuga) ranks No. 1 in adoption share in 2 markets: cram schools and Japanese-language schools

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000194.000029973.html
- anchor: #n3094145
- Companies mentioned: モノグサ株式会社、日本マーケティングリサーチ機構

The memory platform “Monoxer,” provided by モノグサ株式会社, ranked No. 1 in adoption share in the cram school and Japanese-language school markets, according to research by 日本マーケティングリサーチ機構.

Facts:
- FY ending September 2026 “Market Survey on Memory Retention Apps”
- Covering 8 major companies
- Those with an adoption consideration rate of 5% or higher
- Survey of 100 people with usage experience

## A wave of books about Tokyo’s 足立区! Special displays at bookstores and libraries in 足立区 this autumn reading season [Starting October 1 (Thursday)]

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000198.000098904.html
- anchor: #n3094144
- Companies mentioned: 足立区、くまざわ書店、お休み処 千住街の駅、EDITORS、交通新聞社、Gakken

足立区 will work with 12 bookstores and libraries in the ward to set up special displays of books about 足立区 from October 1 to 31. The displays will highlight 3 books published this year, with special exhibits at 10 locations in the ward, including “足立区生物園” and “ギャラクシティ.”

Facts:
- 12 bookstores in the ward
- Starting October 1 (Thursday)
- Saturday, Oct. 31
- 368 pages in total
- 10 locations in the ward

## [Shizuoka, Suruga Ward] “Relax, then meat!!,” an extravagant autumn event pairing a satoyama sauna with premium yakiniku bento, to be held November 7 (Saturday)! Historic first appearance by the renowned restaurant 慶州, founded in Showa 52! Aufguss sessions by special guest sauna masters also planned!

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000199.000088159.html
- anchor: #n3094143
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社創造舎、慶州、JR東海、ABEMA、GOOD TIMING TEA、ふきさらし湯

The “Relax, then meat!!” event will be held on November 7 at ふきさらし湯, operated by 株式会社創造舎. The yakiniku restaurant 慶州, founded in Showa 52, will make its first appearance, with aufguss sessions by Kota Iwaki and Kaho Sugiyama, as well as a pop-up by GOOD TIMING TEA.

Facts:
- Founded in Showa 52
- Capacity: 40 students
- Advance tickets: ¥5,000
- At the door: 5,500 yen
- Paid rentals available: ¥500

## 浦安青年会議所 × 浦安D-Rocks jointly present “Let’s Go! Urayasu ONE TEAM — A Disaster Preparedness Festival We Create Together!”

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000200.000118173.html
- anchor: #n3094142
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NTT Sports X、浦安D-Rocks、公益社団法人浦安青年会議所、株式会社オリエンタルランド

浦安D-Rocks and 公益社団法人浦安青年会議所 will jointly hold “Let’s Go! Urayasu ONE TEAM — A Disaster Preparedness Festival We Create Together!,” an interactive event focused on disaster preparedness, on October 18, 2026.

Facts:
- Oct. 18, 2026
- 10:00～14:15
- Free

## 法務省の矯正施設職員向け「地方創生・再犯防止」研修に、イマクリエ代表・鈴木が講師として登壇

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000202.000047071.html
- anchor: #n3094141
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イマクリエ、法務省、法務省関東矯正管区

Shingo Suzuki, representative director of 株式会社イマクリエ, will speak as an instructor at a “Regional Revitalization and Recidivism Prevention” training session for approximately 40 correctional facility staff, at the request of 法務省関東矯正管区 on September 29, 2026.

Facts:
- Sept. 29, 2026
- Approximately 40 staff members
- 1 metropolitan area and 10 prefectures
- More than 40 countries worldwide
- 147 municipalities nationwide

## ANDPAD launches “ANDPADレポート,” enabling users to digitize familiar forms and reports as they are

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000203.000018154.html
- anchor: #n3094140
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アンドパッド、デロイト トーマツ ミック経済研究所、株式会社コンベックス

株式会社アンドパッド has launched ANDPAD Report, a new product that lets users digitize familiar forms and reports as they are.

Facts:
- 279,000 companies using the service
- 818,000 users

## MEGUMIさんを「2Gummy」「2Water」の2ブランドで起用。MEGUMIさんが出演する「2Water Ceramide」新Web CMとスペシャルインタビューを、9月29日（火）より公開

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000204.000043581.html
- anchor: #n3094139
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TWO、2foods、ファミリーマート、富士経済、Netflix、Amazon、楽天市場、Qoo10

2foods, the food brand of 株式会社TWO, will release a new Web commercial for 2Water Ceramide featuring MEGUMI and an interview on Sept. 29, and will launch the new carbonated water product 2Water Sparkling Ceramide ahead of its full release.

Facts:
- Sept. 29 (Tue.), 2026
- 15 seconds
- 147.6 billion yen
- 163.7 billion yen
- 0.6 mg
- 55% natural mineral water
- Volume: 500ml
- Suggested retail price: 216 yen
- Friday, October 16, 2026
- Suggested retail price: 194 yen
- Suggested retail price: 540 yen

## wevnal and SUPER STUDIO form comprehensive alliance to maximize LTV in telephone customer service

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000207.000015648.html
- anchor: #n3094138
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社wevnal、株式会社SUPER STUDIO

株式会社wevnal and 株式会社SUPER STUDIO have formed a comprehensive alliance aimed at maximizing LTV in telephone customer service, built on 3 pillars: technology integration, collaboration and customer support.

Facts:
- 88.7% said there is a difference in service quality between experienced and newly hired operators
- Reproducing experienced operators’ know-how (40.5%)
- Cost reduction (21.4%)
- Capital: 9,986,420,000 yen
- Capital: ¥100,000,000

## [MYTREX] MEDICAG series to exhibit at the Tourism, Hotel and Food Service Industry Exhibition HOKKAIDO2026

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000211.000047658.html
- anchor: #n3094137
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社創通メディカル、MYTREX、MEDICAG、アクセスサッポロ、楽天市場店、Yahoo!ショッピング店、Amazon、auPay マーケット店

MYTREX, the beauty and wellness brand operated by 株式会社創通メディカル, will exhibit at the Tourism, Hotel and Food Service Industry Exhibition HOKKAIDO2026, held Oct. 7–8, 2026, and showcase 3 products from the MEDICAG series.

Facts:
- 2026年10月7日（水）～8日（木）
- 3.5 million units shipped cumulatively across the series
- Booth No.: 169

## WOW WORLD to exhibit at the 4th Sales and Marketing DXPO Fukuoka '26

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000212.000079999.html
- anchor: #n3094136
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社WOW WORLD、ワオワールド

株式会社WOW WORLD will exhibit at the 4th Sales and Marketing DXPO Fukuoka '26, held at Marine Messe Fukuoka on Oct. 22–23, 2026, and showcase its in-house-developed WEBCAS series and market research services.

Facts:
- More than 12,000 companies have adopted the service
- Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026
- October 23 (Fri)
- Established: April 1995
- Capital: 100 million yen

## 三菱地所リアルエステートサービス、estie開発の社内データ基盤サービス導入で物件情報データ化業務の作業時間を最大約53%削減、年間約7,500時間を創出

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000214.000040115.html
- anchor: #n3094135
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社estie、三菱地所リアルエステートサービス

株式会社estieが開発した生成AIを活用した社内データ基盤サービスを三菱地所リアルエステートサービスが導入し、物件情報データ化業務の作業時間を最大約53%削減、年間約7,500時間の創出に成功した。

Facts:
- Up to about 53%
- About 7,500 hours annually
- About 400 sales department employees
- About 4 months after implementation
- Increased by about 3.7%

## New arrivals: the “Melting Cream Bun (Caramel),” with the sweet aroma of melting caramel, and the fragrant “Raisin and Cheese Cream Brioche”! 5 new breads, including indulgent treats featuring autumn flavors, go on sale Oct. 1

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000216.000063870.html
- anchor: #n3094134
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ダイヤ、クックハウス

株式会社ダイヤが運営する「クックハウス」は、秋の味覚を取り入れた新商品5品を10月1日より発売するとともに、「2026年オータムキャンペーン」を実施している。

Facts:
- Celebrating its 80th anniversary this year
- 5 new products in total
- For every 200 yen spent (tax included)
- A yearly tradition continuing for more than 40 years
- 40 bakers
- 180 employees in total
- Takeout: 292 yen (tax included)
- Takeout: 303 yen (tax included)
- Takeout: 627 yen (tax included)
- 2026年9月1日（火）～11月30日（月）
- Tuesday, Sept. 1–Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2026
- 多い時には1日3,000個を売り上げる
- Founded: April 1946
- Established: Oct. 13, 1952
- Capital: ¥20,000 thousand
- 89 full-time employees

## “A Trio of Sweet Potatoes with Fresh Cream,” a sumptuous taste of autumn, and the juicy “Pork Belly Char Siu and Egg Sandwich”: new sandwiches offering autumn flavors and a satisfying meal arrive Oct. 1

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000218.000063870.html
- anchor: #n3094133
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ダイヤ、ダイヤ製パン

株式会社ダイヤが運営する「ダイヤ製パン」は、10月1日より秋の味覚を活かした新作サンドイッチ5種類を販売開始。また、2026年9月の人気ランキング上位商品も紹介されている。

Facts:
- Marking its 80th anniversary this year
- 497 yen (tax included)
- 432 yen (tax included)
- 843 yen (tax included)
- 584 yen (tax included)
- 756 yen (tax included)
- September 2026 popularity rankings
- Founded: April 1946
- Established: Oct. 13, 1952
- Capital: ¥20,000 thousand
- 89 full-time employees (May 2026)

## Make the most of the autumn breeze: a guide to lightweight seasonal outerwear [Osharewalker]

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000220.000048053.html
- anchor: #n3094132
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社mighty、osharewalker、n'OrLABEL、somari imagination、kOhAKU、MDR、OUKA SELECT、楽天市場、Yahoo!ショッピング、auPAY マーケット、ZOZOTOWN、SHOPLIST、Amazon

株式会社mighty, operator of the online fashion store osharewalker, published a feature on lightweight autumn outerwear on Sept. 29.

Facts:
- Around 3,000 items available year-round
- Offers 5 brands

## RHODOLIRION introduces items made with the eco-fur material TISSAVEL

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000222.000024743.html
- anchor: #n3094131
- Companies mentioned: MNインターファッション株式会社、株式会社ネペンテス、TISSAVEL（ティサベル）、RHODOLIRION（ロドリリオン）、日鉄物産、三井物産アイ・ファッション、NEPENTHES CO., LTD.、MN Inter-Fashion Ltd.

RHODOLIRION, the women's brand operated by 株式会社ネペンテス, has adopted material from the eco-fur brand TISSAVEL, operated by MNインターファッション株式会社, and will offer 5 types of items for the 2026 fall/winter season.

Facts:
- Fall/winter 2026 season
- All 5 models
- Founded in France in 1953
- ¥86,900
- ¥40,700
- ¥37,400
- ¥22,000
- ¥29,700

## [DTS] Begins sales of the 2026 version of its 3D home-design CAD software, Walk in home

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000222.000081622.html
- anchor: #n3091865
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社DTS、一般財団法人建築行政情報センター、ICBA

株式会社DTS will begin selling the latest version, “2026,” of its 3D home-design CAD software Walk in home in October. The update enhances support for BIM drawing reviews, online building permit applications and 2×4 construction, with a color floor plan feature planned for March 2027.

Facts:
- Sales to begin sequentially from October
- In March 2027
- From April 2026
- By spring 2029

## 【CHINTAI×KINCHO 共同調査】今年の夏、蚊に悩まされた人は約7割「窓を開けられない」「羽音で眠れない」室内の蚊ストレスを調査

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000223.000003782.html
- anchor: #n3091864
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社CHINTAI、大日本除虫菊株式会社、CHINTAI、KINCHO

CHINTAIとKINCHOの共同調査により、賃貸で一人暮らしする20代～30代の約7割が夏の室内で蚊によるストレスを感じており、「窓を開けること」や「夜の換気」を我慢していることが判明した。

Facts:
- 439 people
- 70.9％
- 35.8％
- 31.9％
- 23.7％

## Give the gift of time to unwind on a birthday. A gift box combining bath salts and premium towels goes on sale from HYACCA on Sept. 29

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000223.000012817.html
- anchor: #n3091863
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社キュービック、HYACCA株式会社、CLAYD、フランジュール

HYACCA株式会社 will launch the “BATH TIME BOX,” a gift box combining bath salts and a towel, on September 29, 2026.

Facts:
- Launching on Tuesday, September 29, 2026
- Price: 11,220 yen (tax included)
- Contains 400g
- Enough for approximately 13 baths
- Natural-origin index: 98.5% or higher
- Price: ¥10,188 (tax included)
- Contains 420g

## Enjoy clear starry skies and bonfires in Yanbaru, Okinawa, this winter: “Bonfire Lounge” open Nov. 1–Dec. 31

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000225.000050120.html
- anchor: #n3091862
- Companies mentioned: カトープレジャーグループ、TWIN-LINE HOTEL YANBARU OKINAWA JAPAN、株式会社カトープレジャーグループ

TWIN-LINE HOTEL YANBARU OKINAWA JAPAN, operated by カトープレジャーグループ, will hold the limited-time “Bonfire Lounge” event from November 1 to December 31, 2026.

Facts:
- From Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
- Until Thursday, Dec. 31
- November: approximately 21°C
- December: approximately 18°C
- 19:30～21:30
- 1 set: ¥1,500, tax included

## ラクス and 富士ソフト partner on implementation and operational support of “Rakuraku Seisan” for enterprise companies

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000228.000017058.html
- anchor: #n3091861
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ラクス、ラクス、富士ソフト株式会社、富士ソフト、デロイト トーマツ ミック経済研究所

ラクス and 富士ソフト will begin partnering on implementation and operational support of the cloud-based expense settlement system “Rakuraku Seisan” for enterprise companies on September 29, 2026.

Facts:
- Sept. 29, 2026
- For companies with 1,000 or more employees
- Implemented at more than 20,000 companies
- Since its founding in 1970
- New corporate philosophy from 2026
- Founded: May 15, 1970
- Established November 1, 2000
- Capital: 378.37 million yen
- As of September 2025
- Used by more than 20,000 companies cumulatively

## Logistics DX service “Logipoke” shifts time and attendance clock-ins from “self-reporting” to “objective records”

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000229.000063503.html
- anchor: #n3091860
- Companies mentioned: X Mile株式会社、XMile株式会社、クロスマイル、株式会社丸和運輸機関

X Mile株式会社 has launched “GPS/Geofence Clock-In,” a new feature for its logistics DX service “Logipoke” that records and verifies location data when employees clock in and out. The feature separates clock-in controls within business premises from the collection of objective records during long-distance operations, enabling attendance management tailored to the realities of the transport industry.

Facts:
- The 2024 problem
- Established: February 2019
- A decrease of 14.28 million people

## Make your holiday table delicious and flexible. 2027 New Year menu reservations now open for “RF1,” “日本のさらだ いとはん,” “融合” and “グリーン・グルメ”

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000230.000030586.html
- anchor: #n3091859
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ロック・フィールド、RF1、日本のさらだ いとはん、融合、グリーン・グルメ、神戸コロッケ、ベジテリア、RFFF（ルフフフ）

株式会社ロック・フィールド will begin accepting reservations for its 2027 New Year menu on September 29 at its prepared-food stores “RF1,” “日本のさらだ いとはん,” “融合” and “グリーン・グルメ.”

Facts:
- 28,000 yen
- 13,000 yen
- 301 stores
- 136 stores
- 33 stores
- 9 stores
- 70 stores
- 2026/9/29
- 2026/12/17

## キュレーションズ、ナイルと業務提携を締結開始

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000235.000013467.html
- anchor: #n3091858
- Companies mentioned: キュレーションズ株式会社、ナイル株式会社、PwCコンサルティング合同会社

キュレーションズ株式会社 has entered into a business partnership with ナイル株式会社, jointly offering customer engagement design for the generative AI era and support for new business development and growth using corporate assets.

Facts:
- 1,030 domestic companies
- 47% of companies advanced to market launch
- 21% of companies reached investment recovery
- 9% of companies established a core business
- More than 13 years
- More than 260 cases

## A new ES project supporting retail workers’ desire to “keep working” amid severe labor shortages: “Thanks STAFF” makes customer appreciation visible

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000238.000010183.html
- anchor: #n3091857
- Companies mentioned: 三井不動産株式会社、株式会社バニッシュ・スタンダード、三井不動産グループ、三井ショッピングパーク ららぽーと海老名、ららぽーと海老名

Mitsui Fudosan and 株式会社バニッシュ・スタンダード will begin rolling out “Thanks STAFF,” an employee satisfaction (ES) improvement project aimed at addressing labor shortages in retail, at 50 commercial facilities nationwide from mid-January 2027. The rollout follows a pilot that confirmed improvements in staff retention intentions and motivation. The initiative makes customer appreciation visible and delivers it through “STAFF START,” a digital transformation app for store staff.

Facts:
- 50 facilities nationwide
- +8.6％
- +8.9％
- Mid-January 2027
- 78.7%
- 99.9%
- 159 stores
- 104.9％
- 79 stores
- 103.1％

## AnyReach launches its e-gift service “AnyGift” on 柿の葉すし本舗たなか’s official online shop

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000240.000088422.html
- anchor: #n3091856
- Companies mentioned: AnyReach株式会社、株式会社柿の葉すし本舗たなか

AnyReach株式会社 has launched its e-gift service “AnyGift” on the official online shop of 株式会社柿の葉すし本舗たなか.

Facts:
- 7-piece pack
- ¥1,479 (tax included)
- 18-piece pack
- ¥4,266 (tax included)
- 21-piece pack
- ¥4,536 (tax included)
- 5,000 products

## [Wakamono Research survey] Asked young people in the Reiwa era: Ranking of celebrities whose surname is “Saito”—that comedian takes 1st place!

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000242.000162122.html
- anchor: #n3091855
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ワカモノリサーチ、トレンディエンジェル、乃木坂46、=LOVE、読売ジャイアンツ

株式会社ワカモノリサーチ announced its ranking of celebrities with the surname “Saito,” based on a survey of 469 young people aged 14–20 nationwide. Tsukasa Saito of トレンディエンジェル ranked 1st, former 乃木坂46 member Asuka Saito ranked 2nd, and former =LOVE member Nagisa Saito ranked 3rd.

Facts:
- Valid responses: 469 people
- Young people aged 14–20 nationwide (male and female)
- Tsukasa Saito of comedy duo トレンディエンジェル (27.1%)
- Former member Asuka Saito of the female idol group 乃木坂46 (24.9%)
- Former member Nagisa Saito of the female idol group =LOVE (10.4%)
- Actor Takumi Saito (9.2%)
- Kiara Saito, a member of the female idol group =LOVE (4.9%)
- Yuki Saito, a former professional baseball player who is now also active as a TV presenter (3.2%)
- Soma Saito, active as a voice actor and singer-songwriter (1.9%)

## “Sharefull” spot-work research conducts survey on the “¥1.06 million income threshold”

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000254.000124219.html
- anchor: #n3091854
- Companies mentioned: シェアフル株式会社、パーソルグループ、厚生労働省、パーソルホールディングス株式会社

シェアフル株式会社 surveyed app users about the “¥1.06 million income threshold.” The results showed that 69.0% of people covered by a family member’s health insurance had experience limiting their income because of the threshold. While some said they would like to work more hours if the threshold were abolished, childcare and caregiving were among the reasons others said it would be difficult.

Facts:
- The ¥1.06 million income threshold
- Valid responses: 16,992
- 69.0% of people covered by a family member’s health insurance
- Reduced working hours...the most common response at 38.0%
- Want to increase working hours...the most common response at 33.0%

## 【ヒルトン東京】クリスマス焼き菓子コレクション

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000260.000034287.html
- anchor: #n3091853
- Companies mentioned: ヒルトン東京、ヒルトン、ホテルニューオータニ、ホテルエピナール那須、ベーカリー＆レストラン沢村、ヴァローナ社、アラン・デュカス、ピエール・エルメ

ヒルトン東京の「ショコラブティック」が11月13日よりクリスマス焼き菓子のテイクアウト販売を開始。クロワッサンリース、パネトーネ、ジンジャークッキー、シュトーレンなど多彩な商品を提供。

Facts:
- ¥880
- ¥2,800
- Limited to 40 pieces
- ¥2,000
- Limited to 100
- ¥480
- ¥580
- ¥3,500
- Limited to 200 items
- ¥350
- ¥1,350
- ¥810

## Installation of refill stations for personal water bottles at prefectural schools and other locations under a cooperation agreement with Yamagata Prefecture

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000265.000045090.html
- anchor: #n3091852
- Companies mentioned: ウォータースタンド株式会社

Under a cooperation agreement with Yamagata Prefecture, ウォータースタンド株式会社 installed water dispensers for personal bottles at 50 facilities, including prefectural schools, and began operations on September 14, 2026.

Facts:
- 50 facilities, including prefectural schools
- Operations began on Monday, September 14, 2026
- Approximately 25,000 liters of water dispensed in FY 令和7
- Approximately 50,000 500㎖ plastic bottles
- Reduction of 3 billion single-use plastic bottles

## 【PEANUTS】A natural texture with a touch of “Snoopy”! The “Jute Lunch Bag,” convenient for quick outings, is scheduled for release from Skater in early October

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000267.000084027.html
- anchor: #n3091851
- Companies mentioned: スケーター株式会社、Peanuts Worldwide、ソニーグループ

スケーター株式会社 plans to release the “Jute Lunch Bag SNOOPY,” featuring a Snoopy design, in early October 2026. The price is ¥2,420 (tax included).

Facts:
- Early October 2026
- ¥2,420
- 80%
- 20%

## povo2.0 marks its 5th anniversary with a ¥5 “0.5GB (24 hours)” add-on and a 5th-anniversary limited povo gacha

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000268.000128076.html
- anchor: #n3091850
- Companies mentioned: KDDI、沖縄セルラー、KDDI Digital Life

KDDI, 沖縄セルラー and KDDI Digital Life will mark povo2.0’s 5th anniversary by offering new registrants a 0.5GB add-on for ¥5 in October 2026, and will run a ¥555 gacha campaign at the end of September.

Facts:
- ¥5
- 0.5GB (24 hours)
- ¥555
- 5 entries

## 【Sponsorship applications now open】Uber, Vercel and others to share the latest examples under the theme “Creating value with AI.” “AI Engineering Summit Tokyo 2026” returns this winter!

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000272.000045379.html
- anchor: #n3091849
- Companies mentioned: ファインディ株式会社、Uber、Vercel、Databricks、Microsoft、OpenAI、Anysphere、Cline bot inc.、LayerX

ファインディ株式会社 has opened sponsorship applications for “AI Engineering Summit Tokyo 2026,” to be held in Hamamatsucho on December 14 and 15, 2026. The theme is “Creating value with AI.” The previous event drew 4,708 applicants, with decision-makers accounting for more than 50%. There are 6 sponsorship plans.

Facts:
- ファインディ株式会社 has opened sponsorship applications for “AI Engineering Summit Tokyo 2026.”
- 本サミットは2026年12月14日（月）・15日（火）の2日間にわたり開催される。
- The previous event received more than 4,700 applications.
- This year’s theme is “Creating value with AI.”
- There are 6 sponsorship plans: Diamond/Platinum/Gold/Silver/Session/Exhibition.
- “AI Engineering Summit Tokyo 2026,” held in June 2026, received 4,708 applications.
- Decision-makers accounted for more than 50% of attendees.

## Notice: Speaker at the “CEATEC 2026” opening session

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000273.000019297.html
- anchor: #n3091848
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ウフル、株式会社NTTドコモ、三井不動産株式会社、株式会社ファイターズ、ぴあ株式会社

Takashi Sonoda, Representative Director, President and CEO of 株式会社ウフル, will speak as moderator at the opening session of “CEATEC 2026,” to be held at Makuhari Messe on October 13, 2026.

Facts:
- CEATEC 2026
- Tuesday, October 13
- 10:00 - 11:30

## 食欲の秋はほっかほっか亭へ！季節メニュー人気No.1「牛すき焼弁当」が10月1日（木）に発売！おいしくお得なキャンペーンも続々スタート！

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000274.000024682.html
- anchor: #n3091847
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ほっかほっか亭総本部、株式会社セガ

株式会社ほっかほっか亭総本部 will launch its popular fall and winter menu item, “Beef Sukiyaki Bento,” on October 1, 2026, and run campaigns including a collaboration with Sega and a speed lottery.

Facts:
- 980 yen (tax included)
- 930 yen (tax included)
- ¥1,360 (tax included)
- ¥1,310 (tax included)
- 30 people
- 711 locations nationwide

## Anmaki: Get 5 for the price of 3! Save up to ¥580. Toyohashi’s long-established Japanese confectionery shop Okamedo will hold its big fall value sale for 3 days starting October 2

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000283.000074986.html
- anchor: #n3091846
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社お亀堂

株式会社お亀堂 will hold its “Big Fall Value Sale” from October 2 to 4, 2026, at its factory shop in Toyohashi. The sale will feature larger portions of popular Japanese sweets, including anmaki and oni manju, discounts on sweets at the adjoining cafe, and gift certificates for purchases of ¥1,000 or more, tax included.

Facts:
- 3 days
- 870 yen
- Save up to ¥580
- Worth up to ¥1,450
- 560 yen
- Save ¥280
- 540 yen
- Save 360 yen
- Sale price: ¥580
- ¥200 off all items
- 1,000 yen or more, tax included
- ¥200 gift certificate

## OBC partners with あいち銀行 to support the rollout of the corporate payment platform service “Arch Bridge”

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000286.000026471.html
- anchor: #n3091845
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オービックビジネスコンサルタント、OBC、株式会社あいち銀行、あいち銀行、TISI株式会社

株式会社オービックビジネスコンサルタント (OBC) is partnering with 株式会社あいち銀行 to support the rollout of the corporate payment platform service “Arch Bridge.” The business partnership will establish a framework for expanding both companies’ services and promote DX among small and medium-sized businesses in the region.

Facts:
- Capital: ¥10.519 billion
- Capital: ¥18 billion

## Aeon English Conversation and イーオンキッズ to hold free “Enjoy seasonal events in English! ～English fun time!～” events from October to December 2026!

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000293.000062811.html
- anchor: #n3091844
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イーオン、イーオン、イーオンキッズ、KDDIグループ

イーオンキッズ, operated by 株式会社イーオン, will hold free English events themed around Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas from October through December 2026.

Facts:
- 3 years old
- 6th grade
- October 2026
- More than 50 years
- 2018
- Toll-free number (0800-111-1111)

## 【Asakuma Steak】Reservations open for the 2027 “Asakuma Osechi”! 3 varieties packed with meat specialties and a colorful selection of Japanese and Western dishes

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000295.000030130.html
- anchor: #n3091843
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社テンポスホールディングス、株式会社あさくま

株式会社あさくま has opened reservations for its 2027 “Asakuma Osechi.” Drawing on its expertise in meat dishes as a steak restaurant with a 77-year history, it is offering 3 varieties: “Pine,” “Bamboo” and “Plum.” Book by October 20 to receive 10% off the regular price.

Facts:
- 77 years since founding
- 3 types
- 10% OFF
- ¥33,372 (tax included)
- ¥30,900 (tax excluded)
- ¥30,035 (tax included)
- ¥27,810 (tax excluded)
- 400g of Olive Beef for sukiyaki and shabu-shabu
- ¥30,132 (tax included)
- ¥27,900 (tax excluded)
- ¥27,119 (tax included)
- ¥25,110 (tax excluded)
- 90g steak loin
- ×3 slices
- 300g of Olive Beef from Kagawa Prefecture
- ¥22,572 (tax included)
- ¥20,900 (tax excluded)
- ¥20,315 (tax included)
- ¥18,810 (tax excluded)
- All 51 items

## 「キユーピー×オールドエルパソ コラボ企画 キユーピー工場見学or 詰合せギフトが当たる！ラップサンドキャンペーン実施」 応募期間：2026年10月1日（木）～11月7日（土）

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000296.000060129.html
- anchor: #n3091842
- Companies mentioned: 三菱食品株式会社、キユーピー株式会社、オールドエルパソ、キユーピー

三菱食品株式会社 and キユーピー株式会社 will run the “Wrap Sandwich Campaign” from October 1 to November 7, 2026. Enter online with a receipt for an eligible purchase for a chance to win a キユーピー factory tour or a gift.

Facts:
- Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- Saturday, Nov. 7
- Total purchase of at least 500 yen (tax included)
- Equivalent to 3,000 yen

## Introducing original works by 230 artists capturing the “now”: Fashion Illustration File 2026 goes on sale September 29!

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000298.000053200.html
- anchor: #n3091841
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社玄光社、尾崎行欧デザイン事務所、Amazon

株式会社玄光社 released Fashion Illustration File 2026, featuring 230 illustrators, on September 29, 2026.

Facts:
- On sale September 29, 2026
- Featuring 5 artists to watch
- 240 pages
- 2,700 yen + tax

## “イヒンユライ” to begin monitor production on September 29, preserving memories in physical and digital form—turning keepsakes into small objects

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000301.000034018.html
- anchor: #n3091840
- Companies mentioned: 100BANCH、イヒンユライ、IHIN YURAI、合同会社GIGAPUPUPU、GIGAPUPUPU、Gallery Conceal、株式会社digglue、パナソニック

イヒンユライ, which operates at 100BANCH, launched the “イヒンユライ” service on September 29, 2026, upcycling keepsakes into whale-shaped objects and preserving digital memories. It is recruiting production monitors at a special price and will hold an exhibition in Shibuya starting the same day.

Facts:
- Tuesday, September 29, 2026
- 29,000 yen (before tax)
- Regular production fee: 340,000 yen
- October 4 (Sun.)

## Win invitations to the sold-out Red Bull Symphonic Yokohama concert and limited-edition merchandise! Red Bull Symphonic セブン-イレブン entry lottery campaign

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000302.000049143.html
- anchor: #n3091839
- Companies mentioned: レッドブル・ジャパン株式会社、セブン-イレブン、Tokyo Secret Orchestra

レッドブル・ジャパン株式会社 will run an entry lottery campaign at セブン-イレブン stores nationwide starting September 29, 2026, commemorating the Red Bull Symphonic Yokohama concert taking place in November.

Facts:
- 20 pairs, 40 people
- 400 winners
- Sept. 29 (Tue.), 2026
- Concert date: Friday, November 27

## Modern&Normed to launch its official website on September 28, 2026

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000302.000049478.html
- anchor: #n3091838
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社関家具、Modern&Normed

Furniture brand Modern&Normed, operated by 株式会社関家具, will launch its official website on September 28, 2026.

Facts:
- September 28, 2026
- Capital: 10,000万 yen

## [Shinjuku Flags] Shaun the Sheep Movie: The Beast of Mossy Bottom collaboration begins October 1 (Thu)! Shaun the Sheep takes over the venue for Halloween, with limited-edition giveaways, a cafe collaboration, family-friendly activities and more

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000304.000063373.html
- anchor: #n3091837
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社小田急ＳＣディベロップメント、GAP、アードマンスタジオ

Shinjuku Flags, operated by 株式会社小田急ＳＣディベロップメント, will hold a collaboration event with Shaun the Sheep Movie: The Beast of Mossy Bottom from October 1, 2026. The program will feature Halloween decorations, a cafe collaboration, workshops and campaigns.

Facts:
- Large 1.9-meter-wide illustration
- Participation fee: 1,200 yen (tax included)
- Prize: Movie tickets for Shaun the Sheep Movie: The Beast of Mossy Bottom — 5 pairs, 10 people
- Prize: Shaun the Sheep “Acrylic Charm: Scene Art” — 6 people

## [ホテルニューオータニ博多] A “gourmet jubako” to welcome the New Year! “Reiwa 9 New Year’s Osechi” prepared by Japanese, Western and Chinese cuisine chefs

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000312.000027824.html
- anchor: #n3091836
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニューオータニ九州、ホテルニューオータニ博多、西日本シティ銀行

ホテルニューオータニ博多 is accepting reservations through December 20, 2026, for “Reiwa 9 New Year’s Osechi,” prepared by Japanese, Western and Chinese cuisine chefs. The varied lineup includes a premium five-tier box (58 items), customizable osechi, a Hakata ozoni set and osechi sweets. ニューオータニクラブ members will receive special benefits.

Facts:
- Dec. 20, 2026
- All 58 items
- ￥180,000
- ￥75,000
- ￥54,000
- ￥28,000
- ￥10,000
- ￥45,000
- ￥15,000
- ￥3,000
- Limited to 10

## [佐渡汽船] Now on sale: “From World Heritage sites to tub-boat rides! A 1-night, 2-day tour of Sado’s history and culture”

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000312.000045067.html
- anchor: #n3091835
- Companies mentioned: 佐渡汽船株式会社、佐渡汽船、ホテルファミリーオ佐渡相川

佐渡汽船 has begun selling a group 1-night, 2-day package tour exploring Sado Island’s history and culture, including World Heritage sites and a tub-boat experience.

Facts:
- 2 days, 1 night
- Adult: 44,800 yen
- Adult: 39,800 yen
- Child: 29,800 yen
- Minimum number of participants: 15 or more

## SUPER STUDIO and wevnal form comprehensive alliance to maximize LTV in telephone customer service

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000313.000016245.html
- anchor: #n3091834
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SUPER STUDIO、株式会社wevnal

株式会社SUPER STUDIO and 株式会社wevnal have formed a comprehensive alliance to maximize LTV in telephone customer service, built on 3 pillars: technology integration, collaboration and customer support.

Facts:
- 88.7% said there is a difference in service quality between experienced and newly hired operators
- Reproducing experienced operators’ know-how (40.5%)
- Cost reduction (21.4%)
- 100% response rate
- Capital] 9,986,420,000 yen
- Capital: ¥100,000,000

## カルティエの時計技術の粋を集めた新作「ロードスター」ウォッチが発売

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000318.000016275.html
- anchor: #n3091833
- Companies mentioned: リシュモン ジャパン合同会社、カルティエ

カルティエ has revamped its Roadster watch, first introduced in 2002, and will launch it on October 1 in 3 materials—gold, gold and steel, and steel—with 2 sizes, medium and large.

Facts:
- More than 100 types of specialist expertise
- Caliber 1847MC
- Caliber 1899MC
- \1,676,400 (suggested price)
- \9,438,000 (suggested price)
- \3,313,200 (suggested price)
- \8,514,000 (suggested price)
- \3,022,800 (suggested price)
- \1,554,400 (suggested price)
- Scheduled for release on October 1

## あしたのチーム begins business partnership with MOLTON株式会社, provider of the corporate legal outsourcing service ALSP Cloud Legal

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000318.000025661.html
- anchor: #n3091832
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社あしたのチーム、MOLTON株式会社、a23s株式会社、リコージャパン

株式会社あしたのチーム and MOLTON株式会社 began a business partnership on September 26, 2026, to provide integrated support for human resources system reform and the development of legal and labor infrastructure.

Facts:
- Starting September 26, 2026
- More than 4,000 companies have adopted the service
- Capital: 100 million yen
- Established: September 25, 2008
- Date: October 7, 2026 (Wed), from 14:00

## Fukushima Galilei | Announces launch of compact dough conditioner using non-fluorocarbon refrigerant

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000323.000081206.html
- anchor: #n3091831
- Companies mentioned: フクシマガリレイ株式会社、ガリレイグループ、経済産業省

Fukushima Galilei has launched the compact dough conditioner “BDD-208LSX.” It improves energy efficiency and safety through the industry’s first use of R1234yf, a non-fluorocarbon refrigerant, and has an annual sales target of 500 units.

Facts:
- GWP: 1
- Approx. 5.6% reduction
- 10-year warranty
- Annual sales target: 500 units
- Standard price: 1,897,000 yen

## SoundCloud-born alternative rock band dot10 releases new single “絵本” today!

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000334.000030962.html
- anchor: #n3091830
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社massenext、ZULA、dot10

The new single “絵本” by SoundCloud-born alternative rock band dot10 has been released through ZULA, a music agent site operated by 株式会社massenext.

Facts:
- Recorded attendance of more than 120 people
- Surpassed 36,000 plays
- Within 1 month of release

## The dream “giant triangular cheese” becomes reality! Original prize created under the supervision of a crane-game pro

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000339.000024989.html
- anchor: #n3091829
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社東洋、エブリデイ

株式会社東洋 is introducing the “Triangular Cheese Plush,” supervised by a crane-game pro, as an exclusive prize at エブリデイ.

Facts:
- Approx. 56 cm
- About 40 years
- Saturday, September 19, 2026

## We want to reach people who “don’t know” about rescued dogs and cats. エブリデイ行田店 to hold its first dog and cat charity market, where visiting families can reflect on life

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000344.000024989.html
- anchor: #n3091828
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社東洋、エブリデイ行田店、エブリデイゴールドラッシュ北本店

エブリデイ行田店, operated by 株式会社東洋, will hold its first charity market in its parking lot on October 25, 2026, to raise awareness about the circumstances of rescued dogs and cats.

Facts:
- Sunday, October 25, 2026
- June 7, 2026

## Pilot study begins on school facilities DX using Spacepad and smart locks at 2 Kyoto municipal schools

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000359.000015560.html
- anchor: #n3091827
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スペースマーケット、株式会社クマヒラ

株式会社スペースマーケット will begin a pilot study on digitizing school facilities in September 2026 at Kyoto Municipal Daigo Elementary School and Okazaki Junior High School, using the public facility reservation management system “Spacepad” and the smart lock “SPLATS KEY.”

Facts:
- Began sequentially from September 1, 2026
- Okazaki Junior High School: Begins September 16, 2026
- Spacepad customers: 43 municipalities and organizations

## Two consecutive dual-concept hybrid openings planned from late September to early October! Expanding dual-concept hybrid locations to brands other than “壱角家”!

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000362.000027681.html
- anchor: #n3091826
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ガーデン、壱角家、だるまのめ、元祖中洲屋台ラーメン 一竜、油そば総本店、山下本気うどん、萬馬軒、高田屋

株式会社ガーデン will introduce the dual-concept hybrid model at 2 locations under brands other than “壱角家”—“だるまのめ” and “一竜”—on September 30 and October 3, 2026, and will offer abura soba at a special price.

Facts:
- 2 locations in total
- Sep. 30, 2026 (Wednesday)
- Saturday, Oct. 3
- 682 yen (750 yen including tax)
- Just approximately 100 days
- Expansion to more than 100 locations
- 26 seats
- 43 seats
- Every day: 24 hours
- Price: ¥810 (¥890 including tax) and up
- Price: ¥1,037 (¥1,140 including tax and up)
- “Corporate restructuring” and “business turnaround” for more than 12 companies
- 13 brands in total
- Capital: 2,391 million yen
- Full-time employees: 289
- Part-time employees: 3,594
- 223 locations
- Including 39 franchise locations

## From “being made to do it” to “taking action independently.” 株式会社IKUSA launches “BOSAI TRIAL,” an experiential disaster preparedness program that uses the office as a learning resource

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000363.000020633.html
- anchor: #n3091825
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社IKUSA、東京消防庁

株式会社IKUSA has launched “BOSAI TRIAL,” an experiential disaster preparedness program that uses the office as a learning resource. The service aims to prevent legally mandated drills from becoming perfunctory and to encourage participants to check their disaster preparedness knowledge and equipment through game-based activities.

Facts:
- 16 disaster preparedness challenges in total
- More than 1,600 events and training sessions annually
- Main event: approximately 70 minutes
- Number of participants: [performance format] 30 or more
- Established: May 29, 2012

## A traveling oyster hut arrives in Inagawa, Hyogo Prefecture! Open for a limited time from October 2 to October 25! Miyagi Prefecture oysters in the shell, 880 yen per serving!!

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000365.000110396.html
- anchor: #n3091824
- Companies mentioned: LH 株式会社、イオンモール猪名川店

A traveling oyster hut will open for a limited time at イオンモール猪名川店 in Inagawa Town, Hyogo Prefecture, from October 2 to 25, 2026. Oysters in the shell from Miyagi Prefecture will be offered for 880 yen per serving. The event will feature self-service BBQ-style charcoal grilling over binchotan, along with grilled seafood such as turban shells and scallops and a wide selection of other menu items. The event aims to support recovery from the Great East Japan Earthquake. The seating fee (charcoal fee) is 390 yen per person (free for preschool children).

Facts:
- Seat fee (charcoal fee): 390 yen per person
- Friday, October 2, 2026
- October 25 (Sun)

## Everything you need to know in one book! “Itabashi no Ippin 2025 Certified Products Book” published

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000365.000129038.html
- anchor: #n3091823
- Companies mentioned: 東京都板橋区、板橋区産業振興課

東京都板橋区 has published “Itabashi no Ippin 2025 Certified Products Book,” a handbook featuring 50 certified food products under the “Itabashi no Ippin 2025” food brand, which aims to revitalize commerce in the ward.

Facts:
- 96 applications
- 50 new products
- Reiwa 8, September 29

## A traveling oyster hut arrives at MEGAドン・キホーテ函館店 in Hokkaido! Open for a limited time from October 23 to November 23! Miyagi Prefecture oysters in the shell, 880 yen per serving!!

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000368.000110396.html
- anchor: #n3091822
- Companies mentioned: LH 株式会社、MEGAドン・キホーテ函館店

A traveling oyster hut will open for a limited time at MEGAドン・キホーテ函館店 in Hokkaido, from October 23 to November 23, 2026. Oysters in the shell from Miyagi Prefecture will be offered for 880 yen per serving. The event will be held as a self-service BBQ supporting recovery efforts.

Facts:
- Seat fee (charcoal fee): 390 yen per person
- Friday, Oct. 23, 2026
- Nov. 23 (Mon.)

## スクー publishes a special feature on classes about “thinking about your career”

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000374.000006391.html
- anchor: #n3091821
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Schoo、スクー、株式会社カイラボ、株式会社ハート・ラボ・ジャパン、株式会社Louvy、株式会社AND CREATE、株式会社致知出版社、LoLLL株式会社

株式会社Schoo has published a special feature themed around “thinking about your career” on Schoo, its online learning service for working adults. The feature introduces 5 classes, all available to watch for free.

Facts:
- Approximately 9,000 learning videos offered
- Cumulative number of adopting companies exceeds 4,500

## Safie and BONX launch PoC for “Safie Report Agent,” an AI agent that records on-site insights through video and audio

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000375.000017641.html
- anchor: #n3091820
- Companies mentioned: セーフィー株式会社、BONX、株式会社BONX、テクノ・システム・リサーチ社

セーフィー株式会社 and BONX have developed “Safie Report Agent,” an AI agent that records on-site insights through video and audio, and will begin a PoC using the beta version on September 29, 2026.

Facts:
- Share (54.3%)
- Starting September 29, 2026
- October 8, 2026 (Thu.)
- Friday, October 9, 2026
- Established: October 2014

## [BUYMA] Listings completed in as little as 30 seconds. Launch of “BUYMA Personal Shopper,” an app exclusively for sellers

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000390.000012678.html
- anchor: #n3091819
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エニグモ、BUYMA、Forbes Asia、レッドヘリンググローバルトップ100社

株式会社エニグモ’s marketplace BUYMA launched “BUYMA Personal Shopper,” a listing app for personal shoppers, on September 28, 2026. The app features listings in as little as 30 seconds and automatic data entry, and is available for iOS and Android.

Facts:
- As little as 30 seconds
- Monday, September 28, 2026
- 185 countries worldwide
- 250,000 personal shoppers
- Membership: 12.22 million
- 6.61 million items
- Less than 0.0022%

## ファミリーマート exclusive: “Chilled, Melting Cream Bun Café au Lait” goes on sale Tuesday, September 29! Popular flavor known for its authentic taste returns

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000395.000061362.html
- anchor: #n3091818
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社八天堂、ファミリーマート

株式会社八天堂 will launch “Chilled, Melting Cream Bun Café au Lait” exclusively at ファミリーマート on September 29, 2026.

Facts:
- Sept. 29, 2026
- About 16,500 stores
- 298 yen

## While 76.5% of women in white-collar jobs are concerned about AI replacing their work, a shift to blue-collar work is “under consideration, subject to conditions.” Women’s career choices amid the white-collar employment crisis

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000402.000027564.html
- anchor: #n3091817
- Companies mentioned: SHE株式会社、SHElikes、SHEmoney、SHE WORKS、経済産業省

According to a survey conducted by SHE株式会社, 76.5% of women in white-collar jobs are concerned about changes to their work caused by AI. Meanwhile, 49.4% said they would consider moving to blue-collar work under certain conditions, highlighting how career choices are shaped not only by the risk of replacement but also by work styles and suitability.

Facts:
- 49.4% said they would “consider it as an option depending on the conditions”
- Valid responses: n=168
- 48.2% said their current work and skills would remain relevant for “less than 5 years”
- Just 15.3% said they would “actively consider it as an option”
- More than 250,000 people have taken the course to date

## Speaking at “World Mental Health Day 2026,” an interactive conference created by everyone, to be held online October 16!

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000405.000027329.html
- anchor: #n3091816
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社FiNC Technologies、株式会社Rodina、特定非営利活動法人シルバーリボンジャパン、一般社団法人スヌーズレン・ラボ、メディフォン株式会社、株式会社oneself.、株式会社流導、株式会社リーディングマーク、一般社団法人キャリアブレイク研究所、社会保険労務士法人クラシコ、株式会社スタートライン

株式会社FiNC Technologies, which focuses on preventive healthcare and AI, will speak at “World Mental Health Day 2026,” an online conference hosted by 株式会社Rodina on October 16, 2026, and give a talk on primary prevention and ways to use health management apps.

Facts:
- Friday, October 16, 2026
- 13:00〜17:20
- Supporting organizational improvement at more than 100 companies
- Number of employees: 53

## [アトレ吉祥寺] Repurposing materials from a former school building as art and goods! Community art exhibition with 藤村女子中学・高等学校 opens Thursday, October 1; limited-edition upcycled products linked to “ものとアート” also on sale for a limited time

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000409.000070988.html
- anchor: #n3091815
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アトレ、アトレ吉祥寺、藤村女子中学・高等学校、リフレクトアート株式会社、ものとアート

アトレ吉祥寺, operated by 株式会社アトレ, will hold a community art project starting October 1, 2026, in collaboration with 藤村女子中学・高等学校 and リフレクトアート株式会社, using materials salvaged from the demolition of the former school building. The project will include an exhibition, sales of limited-edition upcycled products, and workshops.

Facts:
- From Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- Total floor area: approximately 31,500 m²
- 197 shops
- Capital: 1.63 billion yen

## “Is it becoming difficult to keep owning a car?” 73.5% of drivers say running costs are a burden, and 35% have considered “giving up their car,” according to カーネクスト

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000414.000072123.html
- anchor: #n3091814
- Companies mentioned: ラグザス株式会社、カーネクスト

ラグザス株式会社のオンライン車買取サービス「カーネクスト」が実施した調査によると、ドライバーの73.5％が車の維持費を負担に感じており、48.5％が1年前より負担が増えたと回答。特にガソリン・燃料費の負担増加が目立ち、35.0％が維持費を理由に車を手放そうと考えた経験があることが明らかになった。

Facts:
- 73.5％
- 200 people
- 48.5％
- 66.0％
- 44.0％
- 40.5％
- 53.0％
- 35.0％
- 27.0％

## エクシブ湯河原離宮 receives “Beautiful Skin Hot Spring” certification

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000424.000047917.html
- anchor: #n3091813
- Companies mentioned: リゾートトラスト株式会社、エクシブ湯河原離宮、株式会社ポーラ・オルビスホールディングス

The rock bath and Tsukimi no Yu at the members-only resort hotel エクシブ湯河原離宮, operated by リゾートトラスト株式会社, received “Beautiful Skin Hot Spring” certification and were designated “Barrier Oasis Hot Springs” following scientific analysis by 株式会社ポーラ・オルビスホールディングス.

Facts:
- This is the 4th such case in Kanagawa Prefecture
- The 25th facility under the エクシブ brand
- The 4th in the Rikyu series