# AI News 180m Report｜2026-09-29 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 1 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.

## [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.

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:43:22+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000073.000100405.html
- anchor: #n3094951
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フジランド、九鬼産業、Spice and Vegetable 夢民

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

## [Dior] Live stream of the Spring/Summer 2027 collection show

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:42:19+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003115.000008795.html
- anchor: #n3094952
- Companies mentioned: クリスチャン・ディオール合同会社、Dior、クリスチャン ディオール

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Facts:
- 2027
- September 29
- 22:00

## 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”

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:41:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002509.000005342.html
- anchor: #n3094953
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社大丸松坂屋百貨店、松坂屋上野店、キョーワズ珈琲、宝海苔、山陽商事、シャーベリアス、ストー、フードコアジャパン、大象ジャパン、オンガネジャパン、ハチ食品、サタケ、人形町 今半、ジェー・ガーバー、小倉屋山本、柄木田製粉、気象庁

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.

Facts:
- 10/7 (Wed.)–10/14 (Wed.)
- A record 4,923 items in 2026
- Price hikes on more than 3,000 items
- Approximately 1,500 varieties
- 8 days
- ５％ＯＦＦ
- １０％ＯＦＦ
- 22°C or higher
- 25°C or higher

## 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

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:40:54+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000191546.html
- anchor: #n3094954
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社RINg CREATE、RINg CREATE Inc.

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

## 秋色の富良野へ 1泊12,000円からのお得な「秋旅セール」ノゾホテルから巡る紅葉スポットを紹介

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000127632.html
- anchor: #n3094956
- Companies mentioned: Parkwood Hotels Furano株式会社、ノゾホテル、Nozo Hotel

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:
- 1泊1室12,000円から
- 1泊18,000円から
- Deluxe twin rooms from ¥24,000
- Junior suites from ¥45,300
- Guest rooms: 78

## “LLMO Cheki” expands AI search measurement to 16 markets | Multilingual admin screens to be supported in phases

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000052.000177930.html
- anchor: #n3094955
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Itera

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.

Facts:
- 16 markets
- 12 languages

## 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”

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:38:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000177153.html
- anchor: #n3094957
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Co-Labo AI、Co-Labo AI、株式会社リクルート

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.

Facts:
- 2026年8月26日（水）・27日（木）
- 4 steps
- Wednesday, Sept. 30 and Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026

## AIO (LLMO/GEO) tool “DolphinX AIO” launches “AI Intelligence,” an AI agent feature that supports analysis and planning initiatives within SaaS

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:37:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000050.000092256.html
- anchor: #n3094958
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社メディアリーチ、ChatGPT、Gemini、Google AI、Microsoft Copilot、Claude、Google アナリティクス 4、GA4

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.

Facts:
- Established: December 2021
- Founded: October 2015

## 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

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:34:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000119.000142960.html
- anchor: #n3094959
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Link & Innovation、株式会社その壱、サウナニューカナコ、西伊豆DAO

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.

Facts:
- Sunday, September 27
- 8 people
- About 5 hours
- This August
- Within 24 hours of launch
- The 99th supporter
- March 2022
- November 2025
- September 30 (Wed.)
- 19 corporate entities

## Privacy-conscious people-flow analysis without sending video data externally. Intelligence Design launches “Multi-Camera Tracking” for on-premises/VPN environments

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:34:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000090.000048250.html
- anchor: #n3094960
- Companies mentioned: Intelligence Design株式会社、Intelligence Design

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.

Facts:
- 50 people passed Point A
- 30 people passed Point B
- Date and time: Oct. 8 (Thu.), 13:00–14:00
- Capacity: 20 people
- Established: May 2018
- Capital: ¥380 million

## Aurora Mobile’s GPTBots.ai supports customer service for Ruko, cutting response times for inquiry tickets from about 2 hours to under 10 minutes

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:32:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000040.000179486.html
- anchor: #n3094961
- 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

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

## 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

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:31:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000326.000000106.html
- anchor: #n3094962
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社メンバーズ、ソニーグループ株式会社、楽天グループ株式会社、第一三共株式会社、トヨタ自動車、株式会社メンバーズ フォアドカンパニー

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)

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:30:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000336.000059999.html
- anchor: #n3094963
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 東京ドームホテル、東京ドームホテル、東京ドームグループ、東京ドームシティ

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.

Facts:
- October 14, 2026 (Wed.)
- ￥84,300
- ￥94,850
- ￥148,950
- ￥130,000
- ￥26,000
- 1,006 guest rooms

## NVIDIA announces Open Agent Safety Platform to protect agents from testing through deployment

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:30:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000656.000012662.html
- anchor: #n3094964
- Companies mentioned: Anthropic、Cisco、CrowdStrike、Dell Technologies、Figure、HPE、Hugging Face、JPMorganChase、Microsoft、Palantir、Palo Alto Networks、Perplexity、Red Hat、Salesforce、SAP、Scale AI、ServiceNow、SpaceXAI

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.
- NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang.

## For the accommodation and hotel industry | Report on cloud cost-cutting strategies and case studies [September 2026 edition]

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000190769.html
- anchor: #n3094998
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社中央構想研究所、観光庁

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).

Facts:
- 25 pages in total
- September 2026 edition
- 2.3378 trillion yen
- +2.5% year over year
- 36.7%
- 857.1 billion yen

## 日本触媒 adopts “Mugen Catalog” to advance digital transformation in indirect-material purchasing

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000025.000129452.html
- anchor: #n3094997
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アルファパーチェス、日本触媒、株式会社日本触媒

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.

Facts:
- Up to approximately 61.5 million items
- 発注1件あたり約5〜10分の作業時間を削減
- Approximately 3,000 orders per month

## 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)

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000026.000105428.html
- anchor: #n3094996
- Companies mentioned: JLLリテールマネジメント株式会社、汐留シティセンター、地球の歩き方

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.

Facts:
- Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026
- 3 地球の歩き方 editors
- 8 pages in total
- For more than 45 years
- Approximately 160 countries and regions

## 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

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000027.000100624.html
- anchor: #n3094995
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Athlete Works、アスリートワークス、独立行政法人日本スポーツ振興センター、JSC、公益財団法人全国高等学校体育連盟、アスレティックス整形外科肩膝スポーツクリニック

株式会社Athlete Worksは、スポーツをしている小学4年生から中学3年生とその保護者252名を対象に実施した調査で、高校1年生での部活ケガや重大事故が集中する事実に対し、保護者の約6割（61.6%）が「知らなかった」と回答し、約半数の家庭でサポートできていない実態が明らかになった。

Facts:
- 61.6% of parents
- Approximately 40% overall (41.8%)
- Approximately 1 in 3 people (31.9%)
- Annual medical benefit claims: 122,410 cases
- Approximately 1.15 million high school athletes nationwide
- Swing speed increases by 5 km/h, from 100 km/h

## [Zwiesel] New “Luriel” collection, designed for Japanese dining tables, launches Oct. 7 (Wednesday)

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000042.000051637.html
- anchor: #n3094994
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ツヴィーゼル・フォルテッサ・ジャパン、ツヴィーゼル・フォルテッサ、ZWIESEL GLAS、ショット・ツヴィーゼル、FORTESSA、EISCH

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.

Facts:
- Wednesday, Oct. 7
- 10,000 yen

## Dragon Quest Walk × 青柳総本家 collaboration products “Slime Manju” and “Slime Uiro” make their Tokyo debut

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000045.000017584.html
- anchor: #n3094993
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社青柳総本家、株式会社スクウェア・エニックス、髙島屋新宿店

“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.

Facts:
- ¥972 (tax included)
- 3,300 yen (tax included)
- 1箱3個入
- Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026

## “LLMOチェキ” converts its entire help center to video, releasing 110 how-to videos covering all features

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000060.000177930.html
- anchor: #n3094992
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Itera、LLMOチェキ、ChatGPT、Gemini、Google AI Overview

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:
- 1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

## 水彩から色鉛筆、アルコールマーカーまで。幅広い画材と楽しめるヴィフアール水彩紙シリーズに初心者の方も気軽に楽しめる新アイテムが登場

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000068.000105386.html
- anchor: #n3094991
- Companies mentioned: マルマン株式会社、ヴィフアール、キヤソン社、リラ社

マルマン株式会社は、国産水彩紙ブランド「ヴィフアール」シリーズの新製品を2026年10月9日より出荷し、10月15日よりオンライン販売を開始する。初心者向けに小型サイズやボードタイプなど4種類の商品を発売し、モニターキャンペーンも実施する。

Facts:
- Shipments to retailers will begin successively from Oct. 9, 2026
- Sales begin at the official online shop on Oct. 15
- Price: 770 yen (tax included)
- Price: 495 yen (tax included)
- Price: 418 yen (tax included)
- Price: 550 yen (tax included)

## The New Delfonics.com.

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000078.000038475.html
- anchor: #n3094990
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社デルフォニックス、delfonics.com

株式会社デルフォニックス has fully revamped its official website, “delfonics.com,” and officially launched it on Sept. 29, 2026.

Facts:
- Sept. 29, 2026
- 11:00

## “Sacred Site Pilgrimage Map” adds English and Traditional Chinese support, strengthening information for anime fans visiting Japan

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000093.000147730.html
- anchor: #n3094989
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オリグレス

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.

Facts:
- Sept. 29, 2026
- 1.31 billion yen
- 90 people

## Announcement on the acquisition of a site for a new business in Hyogo Ward, Kobe

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000107.000090191.html
- anchor: #n3094988
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エスコン、神戸電鉄、神戸市営地下鉄

株式会社エスコン announced that it acquired a 582㎡ site for a new business in Higashiyama-cho, Hyogo Ward, Kobe, on September 29, 2026.

Facts:
- Sept. 29, 2026
- 5-minute walk
- 6-minute walk
- More than 100 stores
- 582㎡

## TRUSTART’s “R.E.DATA” adopted for コミュニティ・バンク京信’s corporate registration monitoring platform

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000111.000079172.html
- anchor: #n3094987
- Companies mentioned: TRUSTART株式会社、コミュニティ・バンク京信、京都信用金庫

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.

Facts:
- Established: May 2020
- Enacted on May 25, 2026

## From Shichi-Go-San to graduation ceremonies: A special day of celebration for 6-year-olds with the Blue Impulse

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000112.000163515.html
- anchor: #n3094986
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社LIN、レンタル衣裳マイセレクト、航空自衛隊

“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
- Number of new items: 2 outfits
- 2026 Shichi-Go-San new collection

## 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.)!

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000152.000069921.html
- anchor: #n3094985
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スマッシュコアエンターテインメント、オンリーワンPCストア【スマッシュコア】、tomorrowjam.

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.

Facts:
- From noon on Tuesday, September 29, 2026
- Friday, Dec. 11, 2026
- 15th installment
- Capital: 5,000,000 yen

## 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”

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000181.000091732.html
- anchor: #n3094984
- Companies mentioned: DXYZ株式会社、株式会社ネクサス・プラウド・インベストメント、ネクサス・プラウド・インベストメント、DXYZ(ディクシーズ)株式会社、DXYZ

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.

Facts:
- 24 units in total
- Scheduled for completion on October 30, 2026
- Occupancy is scheduled to begin in early November
- 7-minute walk
- 447 FreeiD buildings completed

## Serverworks publishes case study on supporting 鹿島建設株式会社’s company-wide cloud platform development

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000197.000075977.html
- anchor: #n3094983
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社サーバーワークス、鹿島建設株式会社、アマゾン ウェブ サービス、AWS

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.

Facts:
- Since June 2025
- From April 2026
- Expanded to approximately 30 types
- Since 2008
- As of the end of August 2026
- 1,610 companies
- 33,200 projects
- Since November 2014

## 【INTLOOP】Honored by SCSK as an “Advanced PM Support Promotion Partner”

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000207.000023636.html
- anchor: #n3094982
- Companies mentioned: INTLOOP株式会社、SCSK株式会社、INTLOOP Project Management株式会社

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.

Facts:
- 2016
- August 2025
- Approximately 57,000 people
- At the end of April 2026

## 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

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000240.000008274.html
- anchor: #n3094981
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社鼓月、京菓子處鼓月、大阪中之島美術館、ＮＨＫ日曜美術館５０年展、Patisserie KINEEL 京都、anpower、月とうさぎ

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
- Will mark its 81st year since founding in 2026

## 【New project】〈ndjc2026〉“ndjc Compass” director development program launches!

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000330.000103029.html
- anchor: #n3094980
- Companies mentioned: 特定非営利活動法人映像産業振興機構、VIPO、文化庁

VIPOが事務局を務める文化庁主催の「令和8年度若手映画作家等の育成事業」の一環として、ndjc2026応募者向けに監督を育成する新規プロジェクト「ndjc Compass」が10月20日より始動した。

Facts:
- A total of 4 steps
- October 20 (Tue)
- Generally within 5 years of graduation
- 3 installments in total

## Launch of “AI Hybrid Web Diagnostic Service,” in which AI and experts get ahead of AI-powered attacks

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000389.000023654.html
- anchor: #n3094979
- Companies mentioned: NTTアドバンステクノロジ株式会社、NTT-AT、Anthropic

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.

Facts:
- Available starting October 1, 2026
- Developed over more than 25 years
- Announced on April 7, 2026

## TOZO launches “Aerosound6 Pro” wireless earbuds with a touch-operated touchscreen and up to -52dB ANC

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000393.000089263.html
- anchor: #n3094978
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ロア・インターナショナル、TOZO

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.

Facts:
- Up to -52dB
- 12mm drivers
- Up to approximately 40 hours of playback
- IPX8 water resistance
- Reduces it to approximately 0.06 seconds

## 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”

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000399.000130175.html
- anchor: #n3094977
- Companies mentioned: ミガロホールディングス株式会社、DXYZ、DXYZ株式会社、ネクサス・プラウド・インベストメント、株式会社ネクサス・プラウド・インベストメント

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.

Facts:
- 24 units in total
- 7-minute walk
- October 30, 2026 (planned)
- 447 FreeiD buildings completed

## 【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

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000618.000010075.html
- anchor: #n3094976
- Companies mentioned: エステー株式会社、日本かおり研究所

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.

Facts:
- Around 437 yen, tax included
- From October 8
- Approximately 2–3 months
- Volume: 400mL
- 1.09 million units in total

## 【エステー】Launch of〈Mild Savon〉, a scented version of “消臭力 クリアビーズ イオン消臭プラス” designed to make its effects easier to notice

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000619.000010075.html
- anchor: #n3094975
- Companies mentioned: エステー株式会社

エステー株式会社は、イオン効果による化学的消臭剤「消臭力 クリアビーズ イオン消臭プラス」に、〈マイルドサボン〉の香りを新たにラインナップし、「本体」と「大容量 つめかえ」を10月8日に新発売する。

Facts:
- Around ¥448 including tax
- Around ¥558 for the same product
- The “Main Unit” contains 320 g
- The “Large Refill” contains 800 g
- First-year sales target: a total of 298,000 units for the “Shoshuriki Clear Beads Ion Deodorizing Plus Mild Savon” series

## 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

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000739.000036704.html
- anchor: #n3094974
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エフエム愛知、FM AICHI、radiko

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.

Facts:
- October 2026
- 12:00～12:30
- 80.7MHz
- 81.3MHz

## A Halloween-exclusive parfait featuring seasonal flavors is here!

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000746.000020853.html
- anchor: #n3094973
- Companies mentioned: モロゾフ株式会社、カフェモロゾフ、モロゾフ

カフェモロゾフが2026年10月1日から31日まで、熊本産栗を使用した期間限定パフェ「マロンパフェ」を全国店舗で販売する。

Facts:
- Price: ¥1,540 (base price: ¥1,400)
- Price before tax: ¥1,400
- Available: Oct. 1 (Thu.)–Oct. 31 (Sat.), 2026

## Kamakura New German Cafe unveils its fall-exclusive menu

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000747.000020853.html
- anchor: #n3094972
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社鎌倉ニュージャーマン、モロゾフ株式会社

株式会社鎌倉ニュージャーマンが運営する「鎌倉ニュージャーマン 鎌倉本店」のカフェで、2026年10月1日から11月30日まで秋限定メニュー「たっぷりカスタード（和栗のモンブラン仕立て）とお飲物」が登場。価格は1,210円。同社は2020年にモロゾフ株式会社の子会社となった。

Facts:
- Oct. 1, 2026
- Nov. 30
- 1,210 yen
- 1,100 yen
- 1968
- April 1, 2020

## [How Children Spend Their Days Off] Departing 10/11: Fall 1-day Camp—Grape Picking, Trout Fishing and Barbecue

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000875.000077507.html
- anchor: #n3094971
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社リソー教育グループ、株式会社プラスワン教育

株式会社プラスワン教育は、2026年10月11日に埼玉県横瀬町で「秋の1dayキャンプ」を開催する。ぶどう狩り、マス釣り、バーベキューなどの体験型プログラムを提供し、対象は年長から小学6年生。旅行代金は20,350円。

Facts:
- Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026
- ¥20,350
- Capacity: 40 people

## [SBI Securities] “Sumitomo Mitsui Card Tsumitate Investment” surpasses 2 million users

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000948.000007957.html
- anchor: #n3094970
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SBI証券、三井住友カード株式会社、株式会社Oliveコンサルティング、三井住友銀行

株式会社SBI証券と三井住友カードは、2026年9月にクレジットカードで投資信託の積立買付ができる「三井住友カード つみたて投資」の利用者数が200万人を突破したと発表した。

Facts:
- The number of users surpassed 2 million
- Recurring investments can be set up starting at ¥100 per month
- Earn up to 6% in V Points
- An additional maximum of 0.5% will be added
- An additional maximum of 2% will be added

## Kokuyo launches site preparation work on “(Tentative Name) Kokuyo New Shiga Distribution Center,” its largest-ever project, with ¥17.6 billion investment

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001410.000048998.html
- anchor: #n3094969
- Companies mentioned: コクヨ株式会社、日建設計コンストラクション・マネジメント株式会社、株式会社新洲、鹿島建設株式会社

コクヨ株式会社は、滋賀県愛荘町に史上最大規模の物流拠点「（仮称）コクヨ新滋賀配送センター」を建設するため、9月24日に造成工事を着工した。総投資額は約176億円で、2029年9月の稼働を予定している。

Facts:
- Investment of approximately ¥17.6 billion
- Total investment of ¥34.5 billion
- Site area: approximately 66,000 m²
- Total floor area: approximately 45,000 m²
- Maximum height: approximately 16 m

## 【鴨川シーワールド】初開催！パフォーマンスで活躍する動物たちの特別プログラムに参加できるナイトプランが登場！「鴨シープレミアムプラン」＆「鴨シープレミアム宿泊プラン」開催

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002024.000007398.html
- anchor: #n3094968
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社グランビスタ ホテル＆リゾート、鴨川シーワールド、鴨川シーワールドホテル

株式会社グランビスタ ホテル＆リゾートの基幹施設である鴨川シーワールドは、2026年11月に計9日間限定で、シャチやベルーガなど4種の動物との特別プログラムに参加できる「鴨シープレミアムプラン」および宿泊付きの「鴨シープレミアム宿泊プラン」を開催する。

Facts:
- Limited to a total of 9 days in November 2026
- 4 animal species featured in performances
- Day ①: 40 people / Day ②: 20 people
- ※Minimum number of participants: 15
- Adults (high school students and older): General admission ¥18,000
- Adults (junior high school students and older): 1 night, 2 meals (with 2-day ticket) + plan experience, ¥30,000

## 【ねんりん家】1ヶ月限定”蜜芋×キャラメル”のデコレーションバームが新登場。こっくりビターなキャラメルショコラをとろり

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002124.000025606.html
- anchor: #n3094967
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社グレープストーン、ねんりん家、パクとモグ、楽天市場店、Yahoo!店、HANEDA Shopping店-、LINEギフト店

株式会社グレープストーンが展開するバームクーヘン専門店「ねんりん家」は、秋限定で『マウントバーム 蜜芋キャラメルデコレ』を2026年10月1日より販売開始する。価格は1,782円。

Facts:
- ¥1,782
- Price before tax: ¥1,650
- Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- Around Oct. 31 (Sat.)

## 羽田から飛び立つ飛行機をスイーツで再現！人気の飛行機シューなど心躍るクリスマスケーキの予約受付を羽田エクセルホテル東急にて開始

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004282.000005113.html
- anchor: #n3094966
- Companies mentioned: 羽田エクセルホテル東急、東急ホテルズ＆リゾーツ株式会社

羽田エクセルホテル東急が、2026年10月1日よりクリスマスケーキ3種類（滑走路ケーキ、苺のショートケーキ、飛行機シュー）の予約受付を開始した。

Facts:
- Oct. 1, 2026
- 3 types in total
- 5,300 yen
- 4,800 yen
- 3,000 yen

## 【ホテル日航アリビラ】クリスマスディナーを12月19日より提供

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004401.000002213.html
- anchor: #n3094965
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オークラ ニッコー ホテルマネジメント、ホテル日航アリビラ、ブラッスリー「ベルデマール」

ホテル日航アリビラのブラッスリー「ベルデマール」が、2026年12月19日からクリスマスディナー「Deux rencontres de Noel」を提供する。テーマは「二つの出会い」で、15,000円（税込）。

Facts:
- Dec. 19, 2026
- 7 days
- 15,000 yen

## キャンプ場に響く幸せのモーニングコール！神割崎キャンプ場が宮城県出身の声優・山寺宏一さんとの期間限定コラボ企画を実施

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:24:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000152.000032102.html
- anchor: #n3094841
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人南三陸町観光協会、神割崎キャンプ場

神割崎キャンプ場は、宮城県出身の声優・山寺宏一さんとの期間限定コラボ企画を実施し、2026年10月1日から2027年8月31日まで毎朝7時30分頃、宿泊利用者向けに特別なモーニングコールを放送する。

Facts:
- Around 7:30 a.m. every morning
- Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- Tuesday, August 31, 2027

## アーバンリサーチ ドアーズ初となる、俳優・仁村紗和さんを主演に迎えた連続ショートドラマ「ドアの先には意外がある。」が公開

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:23:59+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001675.000003710.html
- anchor: #n3094842
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アーバンリサーチ、アーバンリサーチ ドアーズ、URBAN RESEARCH DOORS、サンミュージックプロダクション、NHK、CX、TX、NTV、KTV、ytv、URBAN RESEARCH ONLINE STORE

株式会社アーバンリサーチが展開するアーバンリサーチ ドアーズは、俳優・仁村紗和さんを主演に迎えた連続ショートドラマ「ドアの先には意外がある。」を2026年9月29日より公開する。全5話で毎週火曜日17時に更新され、オンラインストアXアカウントにてキャンペーンも実施される。

Facts:
- Sept. 29, 2026
- 17:00
- 3 “Yamanashi” characters
- 5 episodes

## SCIEX expands the capabilities of the BioPhase 8800 system to support new therapy development and accelerate decision-making

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:22:43+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000123387.html
- anchor: #n3094843
- Companies mentioned: SCIEX、ダナハーグループ、ダナハー、株式会社 エービー・サイエックス、AB Sciex Pte. Ltd.、DH Tech. Dev. Pte. Ltd.

SCIEXは、ダナハーグループの一員として、BioPhase 8800システムのCE機能を拡張し、新規治療薬の開発支援と意思決定の迅速化を目的としたソフトウェアおよびキットの新機能を発表した。

Facts:
- September 28, 2026
- v1.6
- Up to 200 nucleotides long
- for more than 50 years
- 1981
- Approximately 60,000 employees worldwide

## 株式会社エスエヌシー、中古パソコン販売サイト「PC WRAP」の紹介動画公開のお知らせ

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:22:28+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000091593.html
- anchor: #n3094844
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エスエヌシー、SNC、PC WRAP、商工中金

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
- 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
- Capital: 50 million yen

## Companies supporting Japan’s defense: 4,628 nationwide, with the construction industry the largest sector

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:22:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001455.000043465.html
- anchor: #n3094845
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社帝国データバンク、防衛省、自衛隊

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.

Facts:
- A record ¥8.89 trillion
- 2026: 31.5%
- 22.8% in Tokyo
- 5.1% in Okinawa Prefecture

## Retail displays, charm-making, and commemorative photos! A look at the opening day of “Deco Deco Dan”

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:21:46+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000189728.html
- anchor: #n3094846
- Companies mentioned: エルベール株式会社、Deco lu Me、ABCクラフト

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.

Facts:
- September 19, 2026
- More than 500 types of items

## Construction begins on multi-tenant logistics facility “DPL Niigata Higashi Port”

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:20:43+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002784.000002296.html
- anchor: #n3094847
- Companies mentioned: 大和ハウス工業株式会社、株式会社本間組、estie

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.

Facts:
- Oct. 1, 2026
- Site area: 14,949.85 m²
- Total floor area: 16,939.92 m²
- Total floor area of approximately 60,000 m²
- Approximately 3.2 km
- Approximately 0.5 km
- About 12km
- Leasable area: 16,905.52 m²
- One unit: 8,393.74 m²
- Floor load capacity: 3.5 t
- Parking for 56 employee vehicles
- Bicycle parking for 28 bicycles
- Solar power generation system (1,211 kW)
- More than 3,000 buildings cumulatively
- 365 locations nationwide
- 総延床面積約1,514万㎡

## AGM’s first action camera, “AGM CAM 1,” set to launch in mid-October

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:20:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000089.000133655.html
- anchor: #n3094848
- Companies mentioned: AGM Mobile、AGM、AGM Mobile Limited

AGM Mobile announced that it plans to officially unveil its first action camera, “AGM CAM 1,” in mid-October 2026.

Facts:
- Mid-Oct. 2026

## [Cumulative sales reach 35,000 units] New “Reptile Karuta” follows “Sakana Karuta”!

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000101066.html
- anchor: #n3094852
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社千葉印刷、GAMOTTO Lab.、SANAGI design studio、アクアパーク川越、GREEN FUNDING

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.

Facts:
- Cumulative sales of 35,000 units
- September 29 (Tue.)
- 11:15
- 74 mm × 105 mm
- Capital: ¥16.5 million

## “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

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000103.000116196.html
- anchor: #n3094851
- Companies mentioned: 誰でもスマホリサーチセンター、株式会社アーラリンク

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

## バイウィル、長野県松本市と「松本市有林J-クレジット共同創出事業に関する協定」を締結

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000515.000013100.html
- anchor: #n3094850
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社バイウィル、バイウィル、長野県松本市、松本市

株式会社バイウィル signed an agreement with 松本市, 長野県松本市, on a joint J-Credit creation project covering approximately 2,183 ha of city-owned forests.

Facts:
- Approximately 2,183 ha
- March 31, 2035
- August 28, 2026
- Term: 8 years

## Launch of “Facibble,” a building OS that promotes the use of building data and enables smart buildings to evolve continuously, as a standard service

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006891.000003442.html
- anchor: #n3094849
- Companies mentioned: パナソニック エレクトリックワークス株式会社、パナソニックEW、パナソニックグループ、天神一丁目761プロジェクト合同会社、福岡地所株式会社、九州電力株式会社、株式会社クラフティア

パナソニックEWは、建物設備データをクラウドで収集・管理しAPI連携可能なビルOS「Facibble」を2026年3月21日に標準サービスとして発売した。初導入先は福岡地所などが開発した「天神ビジネスセンターII」。

Facts:
- March 21, 2026
- September 2026

## Winners announced for the Second Citizens’ Choice! Carbon Zero Local Awards—showcasing leading decarbonization initiatives that go beyond CO2 cuts to benefit residents’ lives

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:19:21+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000132037.html
- anchor: #n3094853
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人グリーンピース・ジャパン、国際環境NGOグリーンピース・ジャパン、グリーンピース・ジャパン、ISEP、環境エネルギー政策研究所、POW Japan、気候ネットワーク、350.org Japan、ゼロエミッションを実現する会、公益財団法人地球環境戦略研究機関、東北大学、産業技術総合研究所、東京大学大学院、一般社団法人バーチュデザイン、ビジョンセンター新橋、平和ビル、川崎未来エナジー

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
- 10月28日（水）14時より
- 14時〜16時
- 16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

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:18:16+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001178.000079792.html
- anchor: #n3094854
- Companies mentioned: Fun Standard株式会社、株式会社RKB毎日ホールディングス

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】鶴居村発の新ブランド牛「クラフトビーフ」を提供 クラフトビールの副産物から生まれた牛肉と鶴居村産食材が集結する一夜限りの品評会を開催 開催日：2026年11月14日(土)

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:17:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004029.000024668.html
- anchor: #n3094855
- Companies mentioned: 釧路プリンスホテル、株式会社西武・プリンスホテルズワールドワイド、鶴居村役場、釧路公立大学、釧路公立大学生活協同組合、斉藤農場、株式会社Knot

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.

Facts:
- Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026
- 50 winners
- \10,000

## 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!

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:16:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000136660.html
- anchor: #n3094856
- Companies mentioned: 全日本電設資材卸業協同組合連合会、小島電機工業株式会社、東京電設資材卸業協同組合、パナソニックEW㈱、福西電機株式会社、大阪府電設資材卸業協同組合、東芝ライテック㈱、misola、三菱電機㈱、滋賀特機株式会社、滋賀電設資材卸業協同組合、Spartect、日東工業㈱、因幡電機産業株式会社、吉本興業、ペナルティ、牛山電工、徳島電材、ライコム、オーデリック株式会社、大光電機株式会社、ネグロス電工株式会社、マスプロ電工株式会社、JAPPY、富士電線工業株式会社

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.

Facts:
- About 500 companies
- 16 companies
- 2 vs. 2
- 9 goals

## Toyota Corolla Saitama and Tau sign partnership agreement on handling disaster-damaged vehicles

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:16:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000183979.html
- anchor: #n3094857
- Companies mentioned: トヨタカローラ埼玉株式会社、株式会社タウ

トヨタカローラ埼玉とタウは、災害発生時の被災車両対応に関する連携協定を締結した。両社は平時より役割分担を定め、災害時には車両の引取りや処理などで連携し、地域復旧を支援する。

## コインチェック adopts Authlete for its OAuth/OIDC implementation of its authentication and authorization platform

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:13:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000039.000024448.html
- anchor: #n3094505
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Authlete、Authlete、コインチェック株式会社、コインチェック、マネックスグループ株式会社、Coincheck Group N.V.、Doorkeeper、Ory Hydra、Auth0、Amazon Cognito

コインチェック adopted the OAuth/OIDC backend service “Authlete” and built an identity provider (IdP) compliant with FAPI 2.0 in 6 months.

Facts:
- Built in 6 months
- Operations began in September 2026

## 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

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:13:15+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001212.000011430.html
- anchor: #n3094506
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社パルグループホールディングス、株式会社フリーゲート白浜、くろしお想、てのしま、K型chocolate company、原農園

「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.

Facts:
- December 5 (Saturday)–7 (Monday), 2026
- 80,000円（税サ込）/1名様
- 70,000円（税サ込）/1名様
- 9,000円（税込）/１名様
- From ¥44,000

## DolphinX AIO, an AIO (LLMO/GEO) analytics tool, gets a complete dashboard overhaul, displaying AI brand recommendations and traffic data on 1 screen

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:12:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000049.000092256.html
- anchor: #n3094507
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社メディアリーチ、ChatGPT、Gemini、Google AIモード、Microsoft Copilot、Google アナリティクス 4、GA4

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
- The screen has been organized into 4 sections
- Established: December 2021

## テクノスジャパン to exhibit at H.C.R.2026, with a preview of new sensing technology

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:11:47+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000075407.html
- anchor: #n3094508
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社テクノスジャパン、テクノスジャパン

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.

Facts:
- Oct. 7, 2026
- 9 days
- 75 million yen

## SP.LINKS begins offering “AEON Pay” through its online ID payment service

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:11:27+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000172108.html
- anchor: #n3094509
- Companies mentioned: SP.LINKS株式会社、イオンフィナンシャルサービス株式会社、SP.LINKS、イオン

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.

Facts:
- 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

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:11:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000063416.html
- anchor: #n3094510
- Companies mentioned: Tohasen Robotics、Tohasen Robotics株式会社

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.

Facts:
- Sept. 29, 2026
- 10x optical zoom
- 30x digital zoom
- Sept. 30, 2026
- October 2

## NANGA × Chisato Takagi × URBAN RESEARCH unveil visuals for a must-have down jacket designed for getting around Tokyo this winter

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:10:32+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001674.000003710.html
- anchor: #n3094511
- Companies mentioned: URBAN RESEARCH、アーバンリサーチ、NANGA、ナンガ

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.

Facts:
- ¥55,000
- Tuesday, September 29, 2026
- Tuesday, November 13, 2026

## 【香川ファイブアローズ】※重要※10/3-4 ホーム開幕節イベント変更のお知らせ

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:10:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000741.000060406.html
- anchor: #n3094512
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファイブアローズ、香川ファイブアローズ、株式会社木村ホールディングス、BALLISTIK BOYZ、ライジングゼファー福岡

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.

Facts:
- 10/3-4
- 10月18日(月)23:59まで

## 株式会社 NationX announces office relocation

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000185493.html
- anchor: #n3094526
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 NationX

株式会社NationX relocated its head office to Yushima, Bunkyo Ward, Tokyo, in August 2026 as its business expanded.

Facts:
- August 2026
- January 2026
- 2-16-13
- August 14, 2026

## 【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

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000151118.html
- anchor: #n3094525
- Companies mentioned: 有限会社ケイ・アンド・エー、Peanuts Worldwide、ソニーグループ、米国イーストマンケミカル社

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.

Facts:
- 900 ml capacity
- Retail price: ¥3,058 (tax included)

## 【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?

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000183164.html
- anchor: #n3094524
- Companies mentioned: Cotel AI株式会社、株式会社Edeyans、EYパルテノン、Designカンパニー株式会社alma、oVice、株式会社ビズリーチ、Visional、EYストラテジー・アンド・コンサルティング株式会社

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.

Facts:
- 10月23日（金）13:00〜14:00
- About 20 years ahead of Japan
- Held in the U.S. in June 2026
- More than 50 accommodation facilities

## 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

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000038.000161385.html
- anchor: #n3094523
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ライフスケープマーケティング

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.

Facts:
- Unified at ¥54.25 per 350 ml equivalent
- Fell to 24% in 2025
- Beer rose from 10% to 14%
- Barley tea rose from 15% to 23%

## Edeyans and Cotel AI to co-host a webinar on October 23 (Friday) about Edeyans’ visit to HITEC 2026 in the U.S.

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000048.000040554.html
- anchor: #n3094522
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Edeyans、Cotel AI株式会社、株式会社ビズリーチ、Visional、Designカンパニー株式会社alma、oVice、EYストラテジー・アンド・コンサルティング株式会社、EYパルテノン、HFTP

株式会社Edeyans and Cotel AI株式会社 will co-host a free online webinar on October 23 featuring a report on their visit to HITEC 2026 in the U.S.

Facts:
- Friday, October 23
- 13:00より
- About 20 years ahead
- June 15–18, 2026
- More than 360 companies are exhibiting
- More than 5,800 people attended
- More than 50 hotels and inns
- Operates 150 rooms
- More than 300 hotels to date
- Installed in more than 100,000 rooms

## Develops spatial sensing technology using its proprietary laser light source, “Smart Addressable VCSEL”

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000141.000118297.html
- anchor: #n3094521
- Companies mentioned: 富士フイルムビジネスイノベーション株式会社

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.

Facts:
- A wide field of view exceeding 150 degrees
- Arranged in a 24×24 grid
- 576 laser emitters
- October 13–16, 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!

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000211.000034254.html
- anchor: #n3094520
- Companies mentioned: レブロン株式会社、レブロン

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
- A sales network spanning more than 150 countries

## 【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】

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000213.000080364.html
- anchor: #n3094519
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社INFASパブリケーションズ、WWDJAPAN、WWDBEAUTY、ビームス、BEAMS、ダブレット、DOUBLET、MURON、ミューロン、ルルレモン アスレティカ、ナイキ、ドナテラ、ヴェルサーチェ、リボルブ・グループ、OTB、ディーゼル、メゾン マルジェラ、CFDA、オスロ・ランウエイ2026、ヴァンキッシュ、ごゑもん、クロノス、経済産業省、環境省、みずほ銀行、WWD、Women’s Wear Daily、WWDJAPAN Weekly、WWDJAPAN Digital、モッズ ティープラス、MOD t ＋

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.

Facts:
- Exceeded 70%
- September 8
- At age 27
- From August 31 to September 5
- Peaking in 2021
- By year 33
- 2 trillion yen

## 【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

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000220.000072998.html
- anchor: #n3094518
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社K Village、NAYUTAS、サイコミ

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.

Facts:
- Age: 43
- Weight: 82.5 kg
- Approximately 10,000 students
- All 6 candidates
- More than 100 locations nationwide
- In 2026 as well

## 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

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000623.000006166.html
- anchor: #n3094517
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アミナコレクション、倭物やカヤ、重宗玉緒、多摩美術大学

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.

Facts:
- Early October 2026
- Sashiko jacket: 25,300 yen
- Modern kimono haori: 18,700 yen
- Modern kimono dress: 15,400 yen
- Obi ornament: 3,300 yen
- Kanzashi hairpin: 4,730 yen
- Hair clip: 3,520 yen
- Reversible obi belt: 5,830 yen

## 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!

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000724.000007954.html
- anchor: #n3094516
- Companies mentioned: クラシエ株式会社、ホームプロダクツカンパニー

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.

Facts:
- October 9, 2026
- 400 mL + 400 g

## 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”

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001165.000020364.html
- anchor: #n3094515
- Companies mentioned: サンシャイン水族館、株式会社サンシャインシティ、一般社団法人日本記念日協会

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.

Facts:
- Since April 1, 2025
- Nov. 11
- Since November 2020
- Friday, October 9
- Sunday, Nov. 15
- Approximately 1.5 m
- 2,600 yen
- 1,300 yen
- 800 yen

## TISI and 竹富町観光協会 advance the digitalization of tourist information using AI, launching a multilingual service throughout Taketomi, Okinawa

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001980.000011650.html
- anchor: #n3094514
- Companies mentioned: TISI株式会社、竹富町観光協会、TISインテックグループ、一般社団法人竹富町観光協会

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%
- Trial period: December 8, 2025–February 6, 2026
- Total visits: 3,292
- Total audio plays reached 14,383
- The average number of spots played was 4.8
- Valid responses: 224

## 【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!

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002335.000024488.html
- anchor: #n3094513
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ポトマック、太陽コンパス、喫茶太陽コンパス、三井アウトレットパーク マリンピア神戸

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.

Facts:
- ¥1,390

## 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

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:09:33+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000170412.html
- anchor: #n3094527
- Companies mentioned: よつ葉乳業株式会社、インテージSRI+

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.

Facts:
- From Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- Net contents: 200 mL
- Suggested retail price: 180 yen (before tax)
- Shelf life: 120 days
- 100% dairy ingredients from Hokkaido
- 120% year on year

## Actor Kyoya Honda appointed ambassador for ユニ・チャーム’s “unicharm SMART COLOR®”

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:08:26+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000224.000026351.html
- anchor: #n3094528
- Companies mentioned: ユニ・チャーム株式会社、ユニ・チャーム

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.

Facts:
- Oct. 26, 2026
- Our 4 businesses

## Start an 18.2cc V-twin with your own hands. BLDB and CISON launch the “FG-18VTP” electric-start full set

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:08:21+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000111.000183978.html
- anchor: #n3094529
- Companies mentioned: 碩輝網絡貿易有限公司、BLDB、CISON

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.

Facts:
- 18.2cc
- 45 degrees
- 25:1

## [Service Partnership Announcement] Commerce operations platform “Phil (formerly SQ)” begins API integration with cloud warehouse management system “ロジザードZERO”

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:06:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000106.000059836.html
- anchor: #n3094530
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Stack、ロジザード株式会社

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

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:06:26+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000410.000073671.html
- anchor: #n3094531

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

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:06:10+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000024.000058694.html
- anchor: #n3094532
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Direct Stock Japan、ボロボロエース カウカウ

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.

Facts:
- 43 Hiaces
- 30 vehicles
- Average purchase price: ¥482,000
- Purchase price: ¥850,000
- Purchased for ¥350,000
- 548,000 km
- 510,000 km on the odometer
- Highest purchase price (¥1,275,000)

## New “法令Research” feature added to “QT-GenAI”

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:06:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000140.000030334.html
- anchor: #n3094533
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社QTnet、デジタル庁

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] “Ragnarok Online extended update: Level Cap Increase -285-” implemented today!

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:05:04+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002171.000025063.html
- anchor: #n3094534
- 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.

“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

## Reservations open for “白井屋ホテル Christmas Cakes 2026”

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:03:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000198.000052360.html
- anchor: #n3094535
- Companies mentioned: 白井屋ホテル株式会社、白井屋ホテル、白井屋ザ・パティスリー、ゴ・エ・ミヨ

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.

Facts:
- Includes a ５% discount
- Through Saturday, October 31, 2026
- From Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
- Through Sunday, December 13
- 5-sun (15 cm), ¥6,800 (tax included)
- 7-sun (21 cm), ¥11,000 (tax included)
- 5-sun (15 cm), ¥7,000 (tax included)
- 4-sun (12 cm), ¥6,200 (tax included)
- 4-sun (12 cm), ¥5,500 (tax included)
- 6-sun (18 cm), ¥8,000 (tax included)

## [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

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:03:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004288.000072793.html
- anchor: #n3094536
- Companies mentioned: 国立大学法人岡山大学、奈良先端科学技術大学院大学、NAIST、文部科学省、日本学術振興会、JSPS、JST

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.

Facts:
- 2026 (Reiwa 8)
- Sept. 29

## TMN and DearOne fully revamp the Shibuya Scramble Square app! Downloads rise approximately 4.8 times and point members increase 10% in 1 month

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:03:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000096.000064450.html
- anchor: #n3094537
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社トランザクション・メディア・ネットワークス、TMN、株式会社DearOne、DearOne、株式会社NTTドコモ、渋谷スクランブルスクエア株式会社

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%.

Facts:
- Approximately 4.8 times
- 10%
- 100 yen
- More than 1.2 million units
- Approximately ¥5.5 trillion

## Washes dishes for approximately 9 people[※1] at once. Launch of a large-capacity built-in dishwasher with a front-opening design

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:02:36+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000258.000026416.html
- anchor: #n3094538
- Companies mentioned: 東芝ライフスタイル株式会社、日本電機工業会

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.

Facts:
- Approximately 9 people
- 60 items
- Approximately 87% water savings
- Approximately 48% savings in operating costs
- 45 cm wide
- 3 rotating nozzles
- Tall bottles (under 20 cm)

## Add a touch of artistry to New Year’s cards with calligraphic lettering: “金筆 Premium” launches Tuesday, Sept. 29

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:01:53+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000814.000035169.html
- anchor: #n3094539
- Companies mentioned: ソースネクスト株式会社、SOURCENEXT CORPORATION

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.

Facts:
- September 29 (Tue.)
- 1,980 yen, tax included
- 34 textures
- Approximately 500MB