[Collaboration menu] 九鬼産業 “Black Sesame Latte” × 夢民. A limited-time autumn menu offers an indulgent taste of black sesame, from curry and salad to lassi.
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Spice and Vegetable 夢民, a curry specialty restaurant operated by 株式会社フジランド, is offering a limited-time collaboration menu featuring 九鬼産業’s “Black Sesame Latte” throughout October.
Facts
¥1,350 (tax included)
￥550 (tax included)
Now ￥400!
Oct. 1 (Thu.)
Saturday, Oct. 31
Companies mentioned：株式会社フジランド、九鬼産業、Spice and Vegetable 夢民
A strong ally amid a wave of price hikes! Popular event featuring approximately 110,000 food bargains: “Food Waste Reduction Sale / Special Food Price Fair”
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An overview of the annual “Food Waste Reduction Sale,” running at 松坂屋上野店 from Oct. 7 to 14. Approximately 110,000 food items nearing their expiration dates or in excess stock will be sold. New features include a Korean food showcase and a rolling-stock showcase. A fall sale linked to temperatures will also be held.
An “external web manager” for small local businesses. 株式会社RINg CREATE (Link Create), based in Nishio, Aichi Prefecture, launches its second term
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株式会社RINg CREATE, based in Nishio, Aichi Prefecture, began its second term in September 2026, supporting local small businesses in making use of the web as their “external web manager.”
Facts
Launched its second term in September 2026
We incorporated in December 2025
We have worked on web and design projects for more than 25 clients and organizations
Companies mentioned：株式会社RINg CREATE、RINg CREATE Inc.
An overview of ノゾホテル’s “Autumn Travel Sale,” running from Oct. 1 to Nov. 30, 2026, and fall foliage spots around Furano (Shirogane Blue Pond, the Tokachidake mountain range and Lake Kanayama).
Facts
Original1泊1室12,000円から
Original1泊18,000円から
Deluxe twin rooms from ¥24,000
Junior suites from ¥45,300
Guest rooms: 78
Companies mentioned：Parkwood Hotels Furano株式会社、ノゾホテル、Nozo Hotel
“LLMO Cheki” expands AI search measurement to 16 markets | Multilingual admin screens to be supported in phases
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株式会社Itera has expanded the markets measured by its LLMO measurement and optimization tool “LLMO Cheki” to 16 and has begun rolling out multilingual support for its admin screens.
株式会社Co-Labo AI’s talk draws a full house at AI Expo 2026 Summer. The “next challenge” for corporate AI use, seen through a talk on “AI conversion rates”
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株式会社Co-Labo AI drew a full house for its talk at “AI Expo 2026 Summer,” held in August 2026, where it discussed the next challenges for corporate AI use, focusing on “AI conversion rates.” The company also plans to exhibit at “AI Expo Fukuoka 2026,” taking place from Sept. 30 to Oct. 1.
AIO (LLMO/GEO) tool “DolphinX AIO” launches “AI Intelligence,” an AI agent feature that supports analysis and planning initiatives within SaaS
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株式会社メディアリーチ has launched “AI Intelligence,” an AI agent feature for its AI search optimization tool “DolphinX AIO” that supports analysis and initiative planning.
Social experimentation community “DICT” to hold a private event during the soft-opening period at サウナニューカナコ, an Atsugi sauna and casual dining hall. A night-long experiment challenging silent bathing through “Kabeuchi,” conversations over sauna and post-sauna meals
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Social experimentation community “DICT” held a private event during the soft-opening period at サウナニューカナコ, a sauna and casual dining hall operated by 株式会社その壱, bringing together 8 participants to try dialogue and co-creation.
Privacy-conscious people-flow analysis without sending video data externally. Intelligence Design launches “Multi-Camera Tracking” for on-premises/VPN environments
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Intelligence Design株式会社 has launched “Multi-Camera Tracking,” a service that operates entirely within on-premises or VPN environments without sending video data to an external cloud. The service links information from multiple AI cameras to analyze people’s movement patterns and circulation routes, with attention to privacy and security.
Aurora Mobile’s GPTBots.ai supports customer service for Ruko, cutting response times for inquiry tickets from about 2 hours to under 10 minutes
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Aurora Mobile’s AI agent platform GPTBots.ai supported customer service for consumer electronics brand Ruko, cutting response times for inquiry tickets from about 2 hours to under 10 minutes.
Facts
About 2 hours
Under 10 minutes
3,000 cases
About 12 times
Companies mentioned：Aurora Mobile株式会社、Aurora Mobile Limited、GPTBots.ai、Ruko、Amazon、Best Buy、Walmart、TikTok、Zendesk、Axios Management、GP Batteries、Echosens China、EngageLab
Members publishes “2026 In-House Advertising White Paper,” analyzing advertising and promotional expenses at 1,173 listed companies based on its own analysis of 6,245 securities reports
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株式会社メンバーズ has published “2026 In-House Advertising White Paper,” analyzing advertising and promotional expenses at 1,173 listed companies based on its own analysis of 6,245 securities reports from the Financial Services Agency’s EDINET.
Facts
6,245 securities reports
1,173 listed companies
ソニーグループ株式会社 ¥440.1 billion
楽天グループ株式会社 ¥344.4 billion
第一三共株式会社 ¥340.4 billion
Information and communications (4.22%)
Services (4.01%)
14 operating companies officially disclosing that they handle their advertising operations in-house
Advertising and media companies disclosing clients bringing work in-house as a business risk or environmental change: 10 companies
11 companies whose core businesses are outside advertising are bringing advertising and production capabilities in-house through M&A
[New Year at 東京ドームホテル] A heartwarming New Year in an elegant hotel. Year-end and New Year stay plans featuring traditional performing arts, lavish osechi cuisine and a choice of dinner; reservations open Oct. 14, 2026 (Wednesday)
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東京ドームホテル will begin accepting reservations on Oct. 14, 2026, for its year-end and New Year stay plans, “New Year Easy Plan” and “Premium New Year Plan,” featuring traditional performing arts and lavish osechi cuisine.
NVIDIA announces Open Agent Safety Platform to protect agents from testing through deployment
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NVIDIA announces Open Agent Safety Platform. OpenShell and Sentry protect agents. The company is working with Anthropic, Microsoft and others to improve AI safety.
Facts
NVIDIA announced the Open Agent Safety Platform.
When agents run on NVIDIA Vera CPUs, OpenShell tracks all activity and enforces policies.
Sentry is an out-of-band watchdog that runs on BlueField-4 DPUs.
Sentry can isolate agents within milliseconds.
Anthropic, Cisco, CrowdStrike, Dell Technologies, Figure, HPE, Hugging Face, JPMorganChase, Microsoft, Palantir, Palo Alto Networks, Perplexity, Red Hat, Salesforce, SAP, Scale AI, ServiceNow and SpaceXAI are working with NVIDIA.
The announcement was made on Sept. 28, 2026, in Santa Clara, California.
For the accommodation and hotel industry | Report on cloud cost-cutting strategies and case studies [September 2026 edition]
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株式会社中央構想研究所 has released a free September 2026 edition report introducing cloud cost-cutting strategies and case studies for the accommodation and hotel industry. According to figures compiled by 観光庁, spending by international visitors to Japan during the 2026 1-3 period totaled 2.3378 trillion yen, of which accommodation costs accounted for 36.7% (857.1 billion yen).
日本触媒 adopts “Mugen Catalog” to advance digital transformation in indirect-material purchasing
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株式会社アルファパーチェス announced that chemical manufacturer 日本触媒 has introduced the “Mugen Catalog” indirect-material purchasing platform, bringing about a reform of its purchasing process.
A 地球の歩き方 editor reports on food sampled in person! Special booklet on dining establishments inside 汐留シティセンター to be distributed from Sept. 30 (Wednesday)
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汐留シティセンター, operated by JLLリテールマネジメント株式会社, will begin distributing a special booklet created in collaboration with travel guidebook 地球の歩き方 on Sept. 30, 2026.
Approximately 60% of parents are unaware of the concentration of club-sports injuries among first-year high school students [As the autumn rookie tournament season begins] / アスリートワークス survey
[Zwiesel] New “Luriel” collection, designed for Japanese dining tables, launches Oct. 7 (Wednesday)
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株式会社ツヴィーゼル・フォルテッサ・ジャパン will launch “Luriel,” a new glassware series designed for Japanese dining tables, on Oct. 7. Handmade from crystal glass, the collection includes 4 types: red wine, white wine, flute champagne and all-round/sake glasses. Each item costs 10,000 yen before tax.
Dragon Quest Walk × 青柳総本家 collaboration products “Slime Manju” and “Slime Uiro” make their Tokyo debut
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“Slime Manju” and “Slime Uiro,” jointly developed by 株式会社青柳総本家 and 株式会社スクウェア・エニックス, will go on sale in Tokyo for the first time at “Wagashi Spirit,” taking place at 髙島屋新宿店 from Oct. 1, 2026.
“LLMOチェキ” converts its entire help center to video, releasing 110 how-to videos covering all features
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株式会社Itera has launched a video-learning feature in the help center for “LLMOチェキ,” its LLMO measurement and improvement tool. It has released 110 how-to videos covering all features to support adoption and onboarding at client companies.
Facts
Original1本あたり1分から3分の構成
Playback speed can be adjusted from 0.75x to 2x
Completion is determined by whether more than 90% of the video has actually been played
Companies mentioned：株式会社Itera、LLMOチェキ、ChatGPT、Gemini、Google AI Overview
“Sacred Site Pilgrimage Map” adds English and Traditional Chinese support, strengthening information for anime fans visiting Japan
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株式会社オリグレス will add English and Traditional Chinese support to its comprehensive anime-experience media platform, “Sacred Site Pilgrimage Map,” from Sept. 29, 2026, strengthening information for anime fans visiting Japan.
TRUSTART’s “R.E.DATA” adopted for コミュニティ・バンク京信’s corporate registration monitoring platform
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TRUSTART株式会社’s corporate and real estate big data platform “R.E.DATA” has been adopted by the Screening and Administration Department of コミュニティ・バンク京信（京都信用金庫） as a corporate registration monitoring platform using commercial and corporate registration acceptance ledger data.
From Shichi-Go-San to graduation ceremonies: A special day of celebration for 6-year-olds with the Blue Impulse
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“レンタル衣裳マイセレクト,” operated by 株式会社LIN, has added a haori hakama outfit for 6-year-old boys inspired by the 航空自衛隊’s “Blue Impulse,” and is recommending it for Shichi-Go-San celebrations and graduation ceremonies.
Facts
New haori hakama outfit for 6-year-old boys
Shichi-Go-San outfits for larger children who may not fit well in sizes for 5-year-olds
A character conceived by Yumiri Hanamori comes to your PC! Orders for the 15th “Type:YOU Character” voice actor PC begin on her birthday, Sept. 29 (Tue.)!
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株式会社スマッシュコアエンターテインメント will begin taking orders on September 29, 2026, for the 15th original PC in its “Type:YOU Character” series, featuring “A,” a character conceived by voice actor Yumiri Hanamori.
DXYZ’s facial recognition ID platform “FreeiD” to be installed at ネクサス・プラウド・インベストメント’s “REGOLITH KITAAYASE annex”
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DXYZ株式会社 has decided to install its facial recognition ID platform “FreeiD” at “REGOLITH KITAAYASE annex,” a newly built condominium developed by 株式会社ネクサス・プラウド・インベストメント. The property is scheduled for completion on October 30, 2026, and will be an “all-face-recognition” condominium, with facial recognition also installed in common areas, including the entrances to all units.
Serverworks publishes case study on supporting 鹿島建設株式会社’s company-wide cloud platform development
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Serverworks has published a case study on its support for Kajima’s company-wide cloud platform development. It provided its “Cloud Sherpa” hands-on solution from June 2025 and began full-scale operations in April 2026.
【INTLOOP】Honored by SCSK as an “Advanced PM Support Promotion Partner”
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INTLOOP株式会社 was honored by SCSK株式会社 as an “Advanced PM Support Promotion Partner.” The recognition reflected its collaboration record dating back to 2016 and its strengthened PM and PMO support system through INTLOOP Project Management株式会社, established in August 2025.
京菓子處 鼓月 and 大阪中之島美術館’s 「ＮＨＫ日曜美術館５０年展」 collaborate; premium Senju senbei with an original 「ＮＨＫ日曜美術館５０年展」 wrapper to be sold for a limited time from October 10
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京菓子處鼓月, operated by 株式会社鼓月, is collaborating with 「ＮＨＫ日曜美術館５０年展」, held at 大阪中之島美術館, to sell premium Senju senbei featuring an original wrapper for a limited time from October 10, 2026.
Facts
1 box: 1,620 yen (tax included)
77 days, including the date of manufacture
More than 140 works
This year marks 50 years since the program first aired
Launch of “AI Hybrid Web Diagnostic Service,” in which AI and experts get ahead of AI-powered attacks
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NTT Advanced Technology will launch its “AI Hybrid Web Diagnostic Service” on October 1, 2026, combining frontier AI with expert knowledge to address increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks accompanying advances in generative AI.
TOZO launches “Aerosound6 Pro” wireless earbuds with a touch-operated touchscreen and up to -52dB ANC
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株式会社ロア・インターナショナル has launched the “Aerosound6 Pro” wireless earbuds under the TOZO brand. Features include a charging case with a touchscreen, up to -52dB ANC, Hi-Res Audio Wireless certification and IPX8 water resistance.
DXYZ, a subsidiary of Migaro Holdings, to install its facial recognition ID platform “FreeiD” at ネクサス・プラウド・インベストメント’s “REGOLITH KITAAYASE annex”
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The facial recognition ID platform “FreeiD,” provided by DXYZ, a subsidiary of Migaro Holdings, will be installed at “REGOLITH KITAAYASE annex,” a condominium developed by ネクサス・プラウド・インベストメント.
【エステー】Launch of〈Cashmere Wood〉scent for the “玄関・リビング用” and “トイレ用” products in the “消臭力 Premium Aroma” line, reflecting fragrance and interior design trends
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エステー株式会社 will launch a〈Cashmere Wood〉scent in its “消臭力 Premium Aroma” air freshener series. Available in 2 types, for entryways and living rooms and for toilets, sales begin October 8. The first-year sales target is 1.09 million units in total.
A 30-minute show to encourage listeners to take on challenges, with “challenge” as its theme during Saturday lunchtime! “HELLO！AICELLO！RADIO” on FM AICHI starts in October
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FM AICHI will launch a new program, “HELLO！AICELLO！RADIO,” themed around “challenge” during Saturday lunchtime starting in October 2026. The hosts are Tadakazu Kuroiwa and Yukako Takahashi.
Kokuyo launches site preparation work on “(Tentative Name) Kokuyo New Shiga Distribution Center,” its largest-ever project, with ¥17.6 billion investment
株式会社エスエヌシー has released an introductory video for its used computer sales site, “PC WRAP.” The site offers services including a 3-year warranty, free shipping on orders of ¥10,000 or more, same-day shipping, and a 10% OFF coupon for new members.
Facts
One of the industry’s longest warranties: 3 years
Founded in 1997
Free shipping on purchases of ¥10,000 or more
Original営業日14時までのご注文は当日発送
A 10% OFF coupon that can be used immediately for those who register as new members
Companies supporting Japan’s defense: 4,628 nationwide, with the construction industry the largest sector
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According to an analysis by Teikoku Databank, 4,628 companies have direct business dealings with 防衛省 or 自衛隊, with the construction industry accounting for the largest number. By region, the shares of Okinawa Prefecture and Kyushu have increased, while medium-sized and mid-tier companies make up a growing proportion by business size.
Retail displays, charm-making, and commemorative photos! A look at the opening day of “Deco Deco Dan”
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エルベール株式会社 opened a special sales area for “Deco Deco Dan,” a craft series from the handmade brand “Deco lu Me,” at the ABCクラフト Abeno Q’s Mall store on September 19, 2026. The store featured more than 500 types of items, as well as a workshop and a commemorative photo spot.
Construction begins on multi-tenant logistics facility “DPL Niigata Higashi Port”
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Daiwa House Industry will begin construction of the multi-tenant logistics facility “DPL Niigata Higashi Port” in Kita Ward, Niigata City, Niigata Prefecture. Completion is scheduled for November 2027. The environmentally conscious facility aims to install a solar power generation system and achieve a 6-star BELS rating.
株式会社千葉印刷 will release “Reptile Karuta,” a new title following “Sakana Karuta,” which has reached cumulative sales of 35,000 units. Supervised by アクアパーク川越, the product uses special printing to recreate the raised texture of scales and will be released early through GREEN FUNDING.
“At the time, I didn’t have any money.” 64.7% of people who have experienced financial hardship bought necessities using deferred payment. Unpaid bills can lead to losing access to a mobile phone
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64.7% of people who have experienced financial hardship have used deferred payment for necessities, and unpaid bills are a factor in losing access to a mobile phone. 株式会社アーラリンク is working to prevent social isolation by providing “Anyone Smartphone,” which can be contracted even by people with a history of overdue payments.
Facts
Effects of other payments, including unpaid deferred-payment bills (51.5%)
The sense of security is greater
Both reassurance and inconvenience
77.3% of carrier billing users have experienced being “unable to pay by the due date”
Having supported a cumulative total of 110,000 people to date
Winners announced for the Second Citizens’ Choice! Carbon Zero Local Awards—showcasing leading decarbonization initiatives that go beyond CO2 cuts to benefit residents’ lives
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The organizing committee for the “Citizens’ Choice! Carbon Zero Local Awards” (secretariat: グリーンピース・ジャパン) has selected the winners of its second awards recognizing municipalities pursuing decarbonization measures. Five municipalities—Tokyo, Kawasaki City, Kitakyushu City, Kushiro Town, and Suginami Ward—were selected. The award ceremony will be held in Shimbashi, Tokyo, on October 28.
Facts
Today, September 29
The second awards ceremony will be held on October 28
Original10月28日（水）14時より
Original14時〜16時
Original16時から16時半まで
ビジョンセンター新橋 1702
〒100-0011
1-5-2 Uchisaiwaicho
平和ビル 17F
14:00-14:12
14:12-15:50
15:50-15:55
15:55-16:05
16:05-16:30
As a rule, procure 100% renewable energy for all ward facilities
Fun Standard products now available through Onojo City’s hometown tax donation program
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Fun Standard株式会社 has begun offering products including emergency toilets, changing tents, and delivery boxes as hometown tax donation gifts from Onojo City, Fukuoka Prefecture.
Facts
Emergency Toilet Premium Support Set, 120-use set
Amazon marketplaces in 10 locations worldwide, and more
釧路プリンスホテル, in collaboration with 鶴居村役場, will hold a one-night-only tasting event on November 14, 2026, serving “Craft Beef,” a new branded beef produced using craft beer byproducts.
A challenge that began at the bottom reached the top on its 4th attempt! After surviving 3 consecutive grueling penalty shootouts, Kojima Electric Industries (club used: Tokyo Verdy) wins the DENZAI CUP for the first time!
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In the All Japan Electrical Materials Dealers Association’s e-sports tournament “DENZAI CUP ROUND4,” Kojima Denki Kogyo won its first championship after prevailing in penalty shootouts in 3 consecutive matches.
A limited accommodation-and-experience package collaboration event between Nanki-Shirahama’s「くろしお想」and Tokyo Minami-Aoyama’s「てのしま」to mark the 3rd anniversary of its reopening
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「くろしお想」, an inn in Nanki-Shirahama, Wakayama Prefecture, operated by 株式会社フリーゲート白浜, a group company of 株式会社パルグループホールディングス, and「てのしま」, a Japanese restaurant in Minami-Aoyama, Tokyo, will hold a collaborative event. From December 5 to 7, 2026, they will offer an accommodation plan themed around “Essays in Idleness,” along with food and cultural experiences.
DolphinX AIO, an AIO (LLMO/GEO) analytics tool, gets a complete dashboard overhaul, displaying AI brand recommendations and traffic data on 1 screen
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株式会社メディアリーチ has revamped the dashboard of its AI search optimization analytics tool, “DolphinX AIO,” enabling users to view brand exposure and website traffic data on 1 screen.
Facts
Users can now select reporting periods of 7, 28 or 90 days
テクノスジャパン to exhibit at H.C.R.2026, with a preview of new sensing technology
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株式会社テクノスジャパン will exhibit at the International Home Care and Rehabilitation Exhibition H.C.R.2026, taking place from October 7 to 9, 2026, and will offer a preview of new sensing technology and monitoring products.
SP.LINKS begins offering “AEON Pay” through its online ID payment service
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SP.LINKS株式会社 will begin offering “AEON Pay,” a smartphone payment service provided by イオンフィナンシャルサービス株式会社, through its online ID payment service starting September 29, 2026.
Tohasen Robotics launches the A2-W-TKR01 quadruped security robot, with applications ranging from factory security and bear and wildlife deterrence to remote checks of disaster sites
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Tohasen Robotics株式会社 began selling the A2-W-TKR01 quadruped robot for security and patrol operations on September 29, 2026. The product offers high mobility over challenging terrain and is equipped with a proprietary security unit developed in-house on its back, enabling applications such as remote security operations and wildlife deterrence. It will also make its debut at the Risk Management Industry Exhibition RISCON TOKYO 2026, which opens on September 30.
NANGA × Chisato Takagi × URBAN RESEARCH unveil visuals for a must-have down jacket designed for getting around Tokyo this winter
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URBAN RESEARCH and NANGA have unveiled visuals and details of a triple-collaboration down jacket with stylist Chisato Takagi. Designed around the concept of convenience in Tokyo, it prioritizes practicality, with features including a lightweight, packable design.
香川ファイブアローズ announced that it would cancel halftime performances by BALLISTIK BOYZ and Rikiya Okuda scheduled for the October 3 and 4 home opener, following reports concerning player Gary Hamilton Kotera. Full refunds will be issued for tickets.
【Series sales surpass 1.5 million】Belle and Olaf join the lineup! The second new-design release of “Snoopy BUN BUN Chopper® 900” features 3 designs
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有限会社ケイ・アンド・エー launched 3 new designs of its Snoopy manual food chopper, “Snoopy BUN BUN Chopper® 900,” in September 2026 as the second release in its new-design series: Belle, Olaf and Charlie Brown.
【October 23 event】The forefront of hotel AI in the U.S. (HITEC): How far can hotel operations change through automation of front-desk and back-office tasks?
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Cotel AI株式会社 and 株式会社Edeyans will co-host an online seminar on October 23 examining the latest developments in hotel AI.
After the 2023 liquor tax revision, 46% of tracked users of new-category beer cut their consumption frequency in half. Beer and barley tea gained share among mealtime drinks
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株式会社ライフスケープマーケティング analyzed data from “ShokuMAP®” and found that 46% of users of new-category beer (third-category beer) cut their consumption frequency in half after the liquor tax revision in October 2023. Among those who reduced their consumption, beer and barley tea gained share, while alcoholic beverages as a whole also lost share.
Develops spatial sensing technology using its proprietary laser light source, “Smart Addressable VCSEL”
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Fujifilm Business Innovation has developed spatial sensing technology using its proprietary laser light source, “Smart Addressable VCSEL,” which draws on technologies for improving image quality and reducing the size of multifunction printers. It can recognize the position and movement of people and objects across a wide field of view exceeding 150 degrees, and is scheduled to be exhibited at CEATEC 2026.
The “Poison Apple Lip” is here. This fall, all eyes will be on you. A single swipe leaves a hint of sweetness and poison. A new shade arrives in a richly glossy lip color that captivates and won’t let go!
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レブロン株式会社 will release the new shade “012 Spice It Up” of レブロン Super Lustrous Dewy Shine Lipstick and 2 new shades of レブロン Skin Shimmer Shadow on October 13, 2026.
Facts
1,760 yen each (tax included)
Launching on Tuesday, October 13, 2026
More than 90 years since the brand was established
【Latest issue of WWDJAPAN】Sustainability feature: “Circularity Starts in Japan” — Where 48 major fashion companies stand today【WWDBEAUTY supplement: The Road to “2 Trillion Yen” for J-Beauty: 7 Strategies to Capture the Global Market】
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The latest issue of WWDJAPAN features a survey of 48 companies on the fashion industry's transition to circularity, along with a case study of personnel evaluations at ビームス. It also covers developments at 経済産業省 and 環境省, as well as financial support from みずほ銀行. The separate WWDBEAUTY supplement explains 7 strategies for achieving J-Beauty's 2 trillion yen target and plans for overseas expansion. International news includes the appointment of a new CEO at lululemon and ドナテラ's launch of a new brand.
【For vocal training and one-on-one dance lessons at NAYUTAS】A 43-year-old cat character, “Nyantas,” illustrated by Kyosuke Maruyama, makes its debut
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NAYUTAS, a vocal training and dance school operated by 株式会社K Village, has created an original character, “Nyantas,” illustrated by Kyosuke Maruyama, to expand brand awareness.
New “Kuma-tan” design arrives. The 4th collaboration between 重宗玉緒 and 倭物やカヤ goes on sale in early October
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株式会社アミナコレクション will release Japanese and Western-style clothing and fashion accessories, including the new “Kuma-tan” design, in early October 2026 as the 4th collaboration between Japanese goods brand 倭物やカヤ and kimono artist 重宗玉緒.
From “Dear Beaute HIMAWARI,” which smooths “hair distortion” and helps hair become more manageable, limited-edition “Mimosa” and “Lantern Night” shampoos and conditioners with special designs and scents are now available in limited quantities!
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クラシエ株式会社 will release limited-quantity shampoos and conditioners in the “Mimosa” and “Lantern Night” scents from its hair care brand “Dear Beaute HIMAWARI” on October 9, 2026.
A new commemorative day inspired by the cutlassfish’s upright swimming posture!! サンシャイン水族館 designates November 11 as “Cutlassfish Day”
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サンシャイン水族館 applied to 一般社団法人日本記念日協会 to designate November 11 as “Cutlassfish Day,” inspired by the cutlassfish’s upright swimming posture, which resembles the number “1.” The aquarium began permanent exhibits in April 2025 and will hold related events from October 9 to November 15.
TISI and 竹富町観光協会 advance the digitalization of tourist information using AI, launching a multilingual service throughout Taketomi, Okinawa
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TISI株式会社 and 竹富町観光協会 will launch a multilingual tourist information service combining generative AI audio guides and chatbots throughout Taketomi, Okinawa, starting September 29, 2026. The initiative aims to improve the efficiency of information services and enhance the visitor experience.
Facts
Launching September 29, 2026
Chatbot: 75 languages
Generative AI audio guide: 42 languages
More than 800,000 tourists visit annually※2
Work hours were reduced by approximately 30%, from 200 hours to 135 hours
Reduced by approximately 30%
The number of visitors served is expected to increase by approximately 10–20%
【Limited for fall】Indulge in the deliciousness of chestnuts. “Homemade Fresh Castella - An Autumn Chestnut Feast” arrives at 太陽コンパス on October 1!
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喫茶太陽コンパス will begin selling “An Autumn Chestnut Feast,” a seasonal homemade fresh castella made with chestnut ice cream and Japanese chestnuts from Kumamoto Prefecture, on October 1.
A cup with rich roasted notes and deep sweetness. “Yotsuba Brown Sugar Oolong Tea au Lait with Cream” launches for a limited time starting Thursday, October 1
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Yotsuba Dairy will launch “Yotsuba Brown Sugar Oolong Tea au Lait with Cream,” an autumn-winter limited milk beverage made with brown sugar and oolong tea, starting October 1, 2026.
Actor Kyoya Honda appointed ambassador for ユニ・チャーム’s “unicharm SMART COLOR®”
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ユニ・チャーム株式会社 has appointed actor Kyoya Honda as an ambassador and will begin airing a new web commercial for the “unicharm SMART COLOR®” mask, titled “Glossy Fairy,” on Oct. 26, 2026.
Start an 18.2cc V-twin with your own hands. BLDB and CISON launch the “FG-18VTP” electric-start full set
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BLDB, operated by 碩輝網絡貿易有限公司, has begun selling CISON’s “FG-18VTP” electric-start full set, featuring an 18.2cc V-twin OHV gasoline engine. The set includes a preassembled engine, a CDI ignition system and an electric-drill-type starter, and uses air cooling and premixed lubrication.
[Service Partnership Announcement] Commerce operations platform “Phil (formerly SQ)” begins API integration with cloud warehouse management system “ロジザードZERO”
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株式会社Stack has launched API integration between its commerce operations platform “Phil (formerly SQ)” and ロジザード株式会社’s cloud WMS, “ロジザードZERO.” This enables automatic sharing of scheduled and actual receiving and shipping data, reducing CSV file transfers and duplicate data entry while centralizing inventory information.
Automatically create manuals from PC recordings. Recruitment for new service beta version begins
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ナレッジセンス has announced a new service that automatically creates manuals from PC recordings and lets AI perform PC operations, and has begun recruiting beta users. The service will be offered as a ChatSense feature, with scheduled execution also planned.
Facts
ナレッジセンス plans to release a new service that creates manuals using AI simply by recording routine tasks on a PC, then operates the PC according to their instructions.
Recruitment for users of the new service’s beta version has begun.
ChatSense has been adopted by more than 500 companies, including major companies listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market.
The new service automatically creates manuals from PC recordings.
The new service lets AI operate a PC according to a manual.
The new service is scheduled to support scheduled execution.
Even Hiaces with more than 300,000 km on the odometer fetch an average of ¥480,000 — Purchase data for high-mileage Hiaces released
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ボロボロエース カウカウ, a Hiace-specialist purchasing shop operated by 株式会社Direct Stock Japan, has released data on 43 Hiaces it recently purchased. Vehicles with more than 300,000 km on the odometer fetched an average purchase price of approximately ¥480,000, showing that even high-mileage vehicles with 200,000 km or more are purchased at high prices through export channels.
株式会社QTnet has added and launched “法令Research,” a new feature to support legal research, for the AI agents in its “QT-GenAI” generative AI platform for businesses. The feature uses デジタル庁’s open-source “ガバメントAI 源内” and “e-Gov法令検索” to help create reliable reports based on the latest legal provisions.
“Ragnarok Online” implemented “Ragnarok Online extended update: Level Cap Increase -285-” on Sept. 29, 2026. The BaseLv and JobLv caps were raised, and new skills and maps were added. The “ニャル様のラッキーお散歩デイズ” event is also underway.
Facts
BaseLv: 285
JobLv raised to 65
Trait stats increased from 110 to 120
All 21 classes
Subscription fee: ¥1,500 (tax included) / 30 days
Celebrating our 23rd anniversary
Companies mentioned：ガンホー・オンライン・エンターテイメント株式会社、Gravity Co., Ltd.、studio DTDS、GungHo Online Entertainment, Inc.
Reservations open for “白井屋ホテル Christmas Cakes 2026”
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白井屋ホテル in Maebashi, Gunma Prefecture, has begun accepting reservations for its 2026 Christmas cakes from 白井屋ザ・パティスリー on the hotel grounds. It is offering 4 types of cake and has announced the early-bird discount and regular reservation periods.
[Okayama University] Okayama University and 奈良先端科学技術大学院大学 sign comprehensive collaboration agreement — Universities selected for the J-PEAKS program to jointly develop a next-generation secure data platform, accelerating research DX and social implementation
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Okayama University and 奈良先端科学技術大学院大学 have signed a comprehensive collaboration agreement as universities selected for J-PEAKS, aiming to jointly develop a next-generation secure data platform and accelerate research DX and social implementation.
TMN and DearOne fully revamp the Shibuya Scramble Square app! Downloads rise approximately 4.8 times and point members increase 10% in 1 month
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TMN and DearOne have completely revamped the official Shibuya Scramble Square app, launching the service in June 2026. In the 1 month after the revamp, downloads rose approximately 4.8 times and the number of point members increased 10%.
Washes dishes for approximately 9 people[※1] at once. Launch of a large-capacity built-in dishwasher with a front-opening design
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東芝ライフスタイル株式会社 will launch the large-capacity built-in dishwasher “DWS-S90A,” featuring a front-opening design, in early October. It can wash dishes for approximately 9 people and includes water- and cost-saving features as well as functions to reduce the burden of household chores.
Add a touch of artistry to New Year’s cards with calligraphic lettering: “金筆 Premium” launches Tuesday, Sept. 29
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ソースネクスト株式会社 will launch the text-processing software “金筆 Premium” on Sept. 29. It is priced at ¥1,980 (tax included) and supports 34 textures and dimensional effects.