Can construction sites reduce weather-related waiting?
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株式会社橋本組 shortened the construction period by approximately 1 month through a schedule redesign that factored in the risk of strong winter winds for breakwater work at Yaizu Fishing Port. Site supervisor Hiroto Suzuki received the Shizuoka Prefecture Outstanding Construction Works Award.
Facts
Shortened by approximately 1 month
Original約2,600㎥に及ぶコンクリート施工
Reduced by 8 times from the original plan
29-year-old site supervisor
Reiwa 8 Shizuoka Prefecture Outstanding Construction Works Award
New Moomin product series “Moominvalley Winter Games” arrives!
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株式会社ライツ・アンド・ブランズ has announced the launch of a new Moomin product series, “Moominvalley Winter Games.” The lineup includes items such as ceramic mugs and T-shirts, and a campaign will give away limited-edition novelty stickers.
Facts
Price: 2,420 yen (tax included)
Price: 2,970 yen (tax included)
Price: 990 yen each (tax included)
■Price: ¥1,980 (tax included)
Price: 770 yen each (tax included)
Price: 1P: 275 yen (tax included)
Price: 3,300 yen each (tax included)
Weighing approximately 99 g, it is ideal for everyday carry
東横INN will run its “#1045 is 東横イン Day” campaign on Oct. 4 and 5. At its locations, people wearing blue items will receive stickers, while free accommodation vouchers and bottle covers will be given away by lottery on social media.
Tohoku Regional Trading Company partners with Glocal to roll out “AI Adoption and Productivity Improvement Support” for small and medium-sized businesses across 6 Tohoku prefectures
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株式会社グローカル and 株式会社東北地域商社 are partnering to launch an AI adoption and productivity improvement support service for small and medium-sized businesses across the 6 Tohoku prefectures, where labor shortages are a concern.
October course at GINZA 豉 KUKI, a Japanese restaurant themed around fermentation and aging
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GINZA 豉 KUKI, a Japanese restaurant operated by ひかり発酵滋養株式会社, a subsidiary of ひかり味噌株式会社, has announced its seasonal October course, “極.” The 23,650-yen course features Ozaki beef from Miyazaki Prefecture and seasonal ingredients.
[Upopoy] New possibilities for dugout canoes through the use of digital technology
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Upopoy, operated by 公益財団法人アイヌ民族文化財団, has launched a project in collaboration with National Institute of Technology, Tomakomai College and 株式会社アタカ造船所. The project will capture 3D data from an actual dugout canoe, produce a small-scale model and test its performance, with the eventual goal of creating hands-on experiences using a full-size FRP dugout canoe.
[神戸学院大学 to exhibit at BioJapan 2026, Asia’s largest biotechnology event] Introducing new technologies aimed at applications in cell therapy and immune regulation!
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神戸学院大学 will exhibit at the biotechnology event BioJapan 2026, to be held in Yokohama in October 2026, and introduce new technologies aimed at applications in cell therapy and immune regulation.
[神戸学院大学] Public lecture on how to live well alongside infectious diseases to be held on Saturday, Oct. 3
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神戸学院大学 will hold a Saturday public lecture marking its 60th anniversary at its Port Island First Campus on Oct. 3, 2026. Professor Shogo Tokuyama of the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences will speak about how to live alongside infectious diseases.
【神戸学院大学】Public lecture on reading earthquakes and disasters in the medieval and early modern periods through historical records to be held on Oct. 10 (Sat.)
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神戸学院大学 will hold a public lecture on Oct. 10, 2026, at its Port Island First Campus as part of its 60th anniversary commemorative events. Associate Professor Ai Sogabe of the Faculty of Humanities will speak about earthquakes and disasters in the medieval and early modern periods through historical records and discuss the Nankai Trough earthquake.
【かごの屋】Meeting the “time-saving Shichi-Go-San” needs of dual-income households. “Shichi-Go-San Celebration Course” offering an authentic celebration for 3 generations with a single reservation launches on Oct. 14
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“和食しゃぶしゃぶ かごの屋,” operated by 株式会社KRフードサービス, will launch a limited-time Shichi-Go-San menu for 3 generations on Oct. 14, 2026.
Facts
76 stores nationwide
Approximately 2,000 meals across all locations
“Chitose Zen”: 2,750 yen
Celebration course “Shofuku”: 6,380 yen
Premium celebration course “Shofuku (Premium)”: 8,580 yen
【小野建株式会社】Holds first safety conference in the Chugoku and Shikoku region
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小野建株式会社 held its first safety conference in the “Chugoku and Shikoku region,” newly established for fiscal 2026. Approximately 200 people attended to share safety awareness and strengthen regional cooperation.
Kunitomi Town to exhibit at the “12th Furusato Choice Grand Appreciation Festival,” a hometown tax donation event
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Kunitomi Town, Miyazaki Prefecture, will exhibit at the “12th Furusato Choice Grand Appreciation Festival,” hosted by 株式会社トラストバンク, showcasing the town’s appeal through hand-roasted chicken charcoal.
--- Carrying the culture of repairing and continuing to use things into the future. --- Supporting “Repair Week Japan 2026”; free screenings of “The Repair Cafe” to be held at Aeon Cinema Urawa Misono
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イオンエンターテイメント supports “Repair Week Japan 2026” by 一般社団法人日本サステナブルリペア協会 and will hold free screenings of the documentary “The Repair Cafe” at Aeon Cinema Urawa Misono from Oct. 2 to 4.
Facts
3 days
Over 5 screenings
Screening time: approximately 65 minutes
30 minutes
All 11 episodes
A total of 4 films will be screened
(Approximately 20 minutes)
Companies mentioned：イオンエンターテイメント株式会社、一般社団法人日本サステナブルリペア協会、IDEAS FOR GOOD、Repair Café International、イオン環境財団、STUDIO4℃、NHKエンタープライズ、ReLondon
ｕｇｏ signs partnership agreement with アイテック阪急阪神株式会社, begins collaboration to deploy and utilize autonomous mobile AI robot “ugo”
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ｕｇｏ株式会社 has signed a partnership agreement with アイテック阪急阪神株式会社 and begun collaborating on the deployment and utilization of the autonomous mobile AI robot “ugo.”
Japanese cola “伊良コーラ（IYOSHI COLA）” launches in Singapore
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EJRT ASIA, the Singapore subsidiary of 株式会社JR東日本商事, will partner with 伊良コーラ株式会社 to begin selling the Japanese cola “伊良コーラ” in Singapore on Oct. 12, 2026.
Facts
October 12, 2026
8 SGD
Companies mentioned：株式会社JR東日本商事、EJRT ASIA (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD.、EJRT ASIA、伊良コーラ株式会社、伊良コーラ、JR東日本グループ
Exhibiting at the “29th Manufacturing World Osaka”
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株式会社スタディスト will exhibit at the “5th Manufacturing DX Expo Osaka,” part of the “29th Manufacturing World Osaka,” taking place at INTEX Osaka from Oct. 7 to 9, 2026, and demonstrate the latest features of its AI manual “Teachme Biz” and inspection support system “Teachme Check.”
Facts
Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026
Friday, October 9
Used by more than 2,400 companies in Japan and overseas
Premier Anti-Aging fully revamps its official EC site, creating an integrated destination spanning multiple brands, including DUO. New integrated search and personalization features
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プレミアアンチエイジング株式会社 fully revamped its official EC site on Aug. 27, 2026. Under the “Skin for Longevity” concept, the new site introduces integrated search across multiple brands, including DUO, and personalization features to provide a stress-free shopping experience.
《ZENB×THE_B》From a high-protein ZENB noodle salad packed with colorful autumn vegetables to a caramel-scented tart-style acai bowl. 4 new collaboration menu items available this fall only!
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ZENB and THE_B are launching 4 collaboration menu items for this fall only. The lineup includes a high-protein noodle salad made with yellow peas, an upcycled soup, an acai bowl, and a cacao shake, offering plant-based protein.
“Asumi Autumn Festival” to be held at a senior residence in Minamiosawa, Hachioji
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東京都住宅供給公社 (JKK Tokyo) will hold the “Asumi Autumn Festival” at the senior residence “Asumi Life Minamiosawa” in Minamiosawa, Hachioji, to mark its 30th anniversary.
Steam included in the treat. A new Japanese confectionery experience: Aichi's local sweet "oni manju," steamed for 3 minutes and enjoyed in 5 flavors at お亀堂
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株式会社お亀堂 will launch "Steamed Oni Manju, Fluffy and Fresh from the Steamer," an interactive menu featuring Aichi's local sweet oni manju steamed in a bamboo steamer and served with 5 types of toppings, at お亀堂 古民家カフェ starting Oct. 1, 2026.
Shizuka Nakamura stars, with Koki Takahashi co-starring, in spRash!'s second original short drama, "My Muse-kun: I Started Living with My Younger Childhood Friend Under Complicated Circumstances"; streaming confirmed!
Pastry Chef Koichi Sato presents a Japanese sweets series, "Seasonal Anmitsu"; first offering is "Marron Anmitsu," a sumptuous taste of Tanba chestnuts and Uji matcha, available starting Oct. 1 (Thu) at the Sea Wind lounge
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横浜ベイシェラトン ホテル＆タワーズ will launch its "Seasonal Anmitsu" Japanese sweets series by pastry chef Koichi Sato on Oct. 1, 2026. The first offering is "Marron Anmitsu," made with Tanba chestnuts and Uji matcha, available at the Sea Wind lounge. The Dore pastry shop will also sell 3 new autumn cakes.
[佐渡汽船] to hold "Sado Rice and Noodle Festival 2026"
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佐渡汽船 will hold the "Sado Rice and Noodle Festival 2026" on Oct. 24 and 25, 2026. The event will feature collaborations between Sado-grown Koshihikari rice and popular ramen restaurants from Niigata Prefecture, retail booths and stage events. The attendance target is 2,000 people each day (4,000 in total over 2 days).
ゼンリン named to "Top 100 Geospatial Companies in the World" for the first time
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株式会社ゼンリン has been named to the "Top 100 Geospatial Companies in the World," announced by Geoawesome, a global media outlet covering the geospatial information sector. This is the first time the company has been selected.
A winter treat for the holiday season: "Christmas Afternoon Tea" available starting Nov. 1
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Melodia, the Italian grill at the luxury Shinagawa hotel ストリングスホテル東京インターコンチネンタル, will begin serving its holiday-season "Christmas Afternoon Tea" and "Christmas Eve Evening High Tea" on Nov. 1, 2026.
Facts
From Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
7,040 yen per person
8,360 yen per person
15% service charge
Cocktail surcharge: ¥1,650
27-meter-high ceiling
Companies mentioned：ストリングスホテル東京インターコンチネンタル、インターコンチネンタルホテルズ＆リゾーツ、IHGホテルズ&リゾーツ、InterContinental Hotels Group PLC、パンアメリカン航空
"AX Management Readiness Training" and "AX Readiness Training" to launch simultaneously, accelerating organizational transformation (AX) using generative AI
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ライフイズテック株式会社 has launched its corporate training programs, "AX Management Readiness Training" and "AX Readiness Training," to support organizational transformation (AX) using generative AI.
Hubble refreshes its AI features and evolves into "Hubble AI." The introduction of skills and expanded access to the AI interface significantly improve the AI experience and output quality
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株式会社Hubble has significantly upgraded the AI features of its Contract Flow Agent and relaunched it as "Hubble AI." New features, including skills and a full-screen UI, will help lower barriers to AI adoption and improve operational efficiency.
A new landmark inspired by Kobe's international character: Courtyard by Marriott makes its first entry into Kobe's Port Island with the opening of コートヤード・バイ・マリオット神戸 on Oct. 1, 2026 (Thu)
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ホテルマネージメントインターナショナル株式会社, in partnership with マリオット・インターナショナル, will open コートヤード・バイ・マリオット神戸 on Kobe's Port Island on Oct. 1, 2026. The hotel will have 381 rooms and will be a rebranding following the renovation of an existing property.
The structure of taste sensors reveals how animals identify what tastes good to them
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A research group including Meiji University has determined the structure of the pufferfish umami receptor and revealed how it can detect a wider range of amino acids than the human receptor, including both left-handed and right-handed forms. The findings are expected to be applied to the development of new umami substances and animal feed.
株式会社デサント began expanding the “Move Sport” brand in South Korea through its subsidiary DESCENTE KOREA LTD. in the 2026 fall/winter season, and began sales online and in physical stores during September.
Facts
Fall/winter 2026 season
2005
2023
Sept. 16
Sept. 18
September 29
During 2026
About 20 shops
Companies mentioned：株式会社デサント、DESCENTE KOREA LTD.、MUSINSA
[不二家] A decadent Country Ma’am packed with butter and white chocolate goes on sale year-round: “Country Ma’am Shirojiwāru Middle Pack”
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不二家 will sell its “Country Ma’am Shirojiwāru Middle Pack,” which was popular as a winter-only product in 2025, year-round starting in 2026. Regular-size and pouch versions will also go on sale on the same day.
[Daikanyama Nén Tokyo] Marking its 1st anniversary and the 20th anniversary of its founder’s move to Japan. The 11-course tasting menu “A Story of Vietnam — Autumn Edition,” concluding a full cycle of the seasons, launches September 29.
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Daikanyama’s Nén Tokyo, operated by Nen Global株式会社, will begin serving its 11-course tasting menu “A Story of Vietnam — Autumn Edition” on September 29 to mark its 1st anniversary and the 20th anniversary of its founder’s move to Japan. The price is 21,000 yen (tax included).
[Nagoya] From clinic relocation planning 3 years ahead to LGBTQ-inclusive design: 松岡歯科 earns “White Company Certification (Gold)” through collaboration with labor and social security attorneys and a high rate of paid leave use
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Following an assessment by 一般財団法人日本次世代企業普及機構, 松岡歯科 earned “White Company Certification (Gold)” in recognition of measures including the development of leave systems in collaboration with labor and social security attorneys and LGBTQ-inclusive relocation design.
Facts
Effective Sept. 1, 2026
Strict assessment criteria covering 70 items
A total of 700 companies have received this certification
Bywill supports carbon credit procurement and carbon offset procedures for 伊予銀行’s corporate fixed-term deposit, “Iyogin J-Credit Deposit”
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株式会社バイウィル will support the procurement of J-Credits and carbon offset procedures for the corporate fixed-term deposit “Iyogin J-Credit Deposit,” which 株式会社伊予銀行 will begin offering on October 1, 2026.
Facts
Total offering amount: 10 billion yen
Equivalent to 0.1%
From Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
Deposit term: 1 year
Deposit amount: 20 million yen or more and 1 billion yen or less
Equivalent to 1 t-CO2
Around 10,000 yen, equivalent to 0.1% of the deposit amount
Future entrepreneurs emerge from Atsugi! Kanagawa Prefecture’s “AGORA Hon-atsugi Challenger” program to hold a presentation of results for the first half of Reiwa 8 on Saturday, October 31
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A presentation of results for the first half of Reiwa 8 (7th term) of “AGORA Hon-atsugi Challenger,” an entrepreneur support program hosted by Kanagawa Prefecture, will be held at 厚木商工会議所 on October 31, 2026. The program is planned and operated by 株式会社AGORA and 株式会社小田急ＳＣディベロップメント, and presentations will be given by 13 selected challengers.
Selection of projects for the Reiwa ８ fiscal year Hamamatsu ORI-Project (regional challenge-solving type) and launch of the ２nd application round
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浜松市 selected Shizuoka University’s Faculty of Informatics IT Solutions Office for the regional challenge-solving category of the Reiwa 8 Hamamatsu ORI-Project and opened the 2nd application round.
Launch of an introduction website presenting “How to Get Started with Investing”
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Monex Securities has launched a new website, “How to Get Started with Investing,” for investment beginners. It introduces ways to start investing through 2 approaches: “Make time your ally” and “Make what you love your ally,” and features a world created by illustrator Ryu Okubo. It also provides information in anticipation of the launch of “Children’s NISA” in January 2027.
トモシアホールディングス and 富士通 launch “TO-One,” a core system renewal project
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トモシアホールディングス and 富士通 launched the “TO-One” core system renewal project in September 2026, adopting “Fujitsu Food Distribution Sync Service,” a solution for food wholesalers, with operations targeted to begin in April 2029.
Facts
Started in September 2026
Aiming to begin operations in April 2029
Formed in 2013 through the management integration of 3 companies: 旭食品, カナカン, and 丸大堀内
Aiming for sales of 1 trillion yen in fiscal 2027
Experience spanning more than 30 years in the food wholesale industry
The core system, built more than 20 years ago
More than 1,500 functions to be rolled out sequentially
Introducing “Coffee & Almond Effect,” offering a distinctive cup combining coffee and almond milk
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Ezaki Glico will offer coffee drinks made with its almond milk product Almond Koka and exhibit at events ahead of the first United Nations-designated International Coffee Day, on October 1, 2026. The Almond Milk Fair will be held at 114 locations operated by 33 food-service businesses nationwide, and the company will also exhibit at SCAJ2026.
株式会社ZENB JAPAN and wellness brand THE_B are launching 4 limited-time autumn collaboration dishes featuring products made with yellow peas, including ZENB Noodles and ZENB Happy.
EA7 エンポリオ アルマーニ has unveiled its 2026-27 Fall/Winter Fitness Collection. The collection comprises 3 lines—VIGOR7 FULLNESS, VENTUS7 and VIGOR7—and enhances the functionality and design of activewear.
Family-friendly Halloween lunch buffet featuring autumn flavors, taking place October 31, 2026
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CEDAR THE CHOP HOUSE & BAR, operated by 株式会社ポジティブドリームパーソンズ, will hold a special Halloween lunch buffet on October 31, 2026. The event will offer American dishes and desserts featuring autumn ingredients, along with an activity corner for children, encouraging families to attend.
Facts
Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
Adults (junior high school students and older) 5,000 yen
Elementary school students 3,000 yen
Preschool children (ages 3 and up) 1,700 yen
Number of employees: 1,154
Companies mentioned：株式会社ポジティブドリームパーソンズ、CEDAR THE CHOP HOUSE & BAR
APA Hotel Fukuoka Tenjin, the 11th property in Fukuoka City, reopens today under a new brand
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アパホテル株式会社 rebranded and reopened アパホテル〈福岡天神〉 on September 29, marking its 11th property in Fukuoka City. The hotel has 70 rooms and offers a variety of room types and digital services, aiming to attract domestic and inbound travelers.
Facts
11th property in Fukuoka City
Today, Tuesday, September 29
70 rooms in total
3-minute walk
7-minute walk
Hotel No. 413
9 floors above ground
Standard double rooms: 16
Comfort double rooms: 35
Superior double rooms: 5
Standard twin rooms: 6
Deluxe twin rooms: 2
Triple room: 1
Japanese-Western-style room: 1
Bunk-bed rooms: 4
Regular rates from 29,000 yen
Regular rates from 30,000 yen
Regular rates from 31,000 yen
Regular rates from 34,000 yen
Regular rates from 44,000 yen
Regular rates from 45,000 yen
Regular rates from 50,000 yen
Regular rates from 48,000 yen
Mechanical multi-story parking: 5 spaces
Original1泊（15時～翌11時）2,000円
11 properties
11 properties, 2,470 rooms
367 domestically operated hotels under the company’s own brand
(FDA joint release) Sale of individual tickets for Matsumoto–Naha charter flights
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株式会社フジドリームエアラインズ will operate charter flights between Matsumoto and Naha during part of the 2026 winter schedule in cooperation with Nagano and Okinawa prefectures, and will sell tickets to individual travelers.
(FDA joint release) Sale of individual fares for Shizuoka–Naha charter flights
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株式会社フジドリームエアラインズ announced that it will operate charter flights between Shizuoka and Naha during part of the 2026 winter schedule and sell tickets to individual travelers, in cooperation with Shizuoka Prefecture, 富士山静岡空港株式会社 and 富士山静岡空港利用促進協議会.
[オーセントホテル小樽] × LUPICIA（ルピシア） launches original blended tea
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オーセントホテル小樽 and LUPICIA（ルピシア） have collaborated to launch an original blended tea, “Authent Hotel Blend Tea: Haskap & Lavender.” It will be available online and through other channels starting October 1, 2026, and will also be served at an afternoon tea event beginning September 1.
[スポーツ庁 × eiicon] Support approved for 10 sports organizations nationwide! This year’s Sports Open Innovation Platform (SOIP) program gets underway
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株式会社eiicon, together with NRI, which was commissioned by スポーツ庁, has selected 10 sports organizations nationwide for support under the Reiwa 8 fiscal year program of the Sports Open Innovation Platform (SOIP), and has begun providing assistance.
Facts
3 organizations in total
7 organizations in total
A corporate network with more than 40,000 companies
[TGC Toyama 2026] More star performers announced! Seira Anzai, Kanna Kajiwara and YUUKI (IS:SUE) set to appear; ≠ME to make its first group appearance at TGC as the main artist!
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株式会社W TOKYO announced additional performers for “TGC TOYAMA 2026,” to be held at YKK AP ARENA on November 21, 2026. Main artist ≠ME will make its first group appearance, and guest models including Seira Anzai and Kana Kajiwara have also been confirmed. SBIグループ has been named platinum partner and will hold a related audition.
【埼玉県】“Live in Saitama” AI consultation service launches with 24-hour, 365-day support! - Supporting life in Saitama with practical advice from experienced supporters -
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埼玉県 will launch its “Live in Saitama” AI consultation service, available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, on September 29, Reiwa 8. It also offers online consultations with people who have already relocated to Saitama.
【埼玉県】Special exhibition “The World of Thomas the Tank Engine” opens at SKIP City Visual Museum on October 6!
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A special exhibition, “The World of Thomas the Tank Engine,” commemorating the 80th anniversary of the original books’ publication, will open on October 6, Reiwa 8, at SKIP City Visual Museum in Kawaguchi, 埼玉県.
Facts
80 years since the original books were first published in 1945
From October 6 (Tuesday), Reiwa 8
Through December 13 (Sunday)
Adults (high school students and older): 520 yen
Children (elementary and junior high school students): 260 yen
Hosted by Sharely: “Sharely Day 2026 Autumn” to be held from 15:00 on 10/7 (Wed.)
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Sharely株式会社 will hold “Sharely Day 2026 Autumn” as a hybrid event at Azabudai Hills and online on October 7, sharing the latest developments in shareholder meetings and corporate governance.
Two new tote bags ideal for business use join AOKI’s MeWORK women’s high-performance apparel brand and the ergonomics-focused product development series supervised by 日本女子大学 and ㈱ワールド!
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株式会社AOKI has begun selling 2 business tote bags developed with an ergonomics focus under the supervision of 日本女子大学 and ㈱ワールド: an ultra-lightweight 3-layer tote bag and a tote bag designed to carry a PC.
かっぱ寿司 (カッパ・クリエイト株式会社) will offer its “Gourmet Luxury Assorted Plate” for a limited time starting October 1, 2026. Its “Go-Chi Sushi” lineup also includes premium selections such as “Kappa’s Finest Go-Chi Sushi” and “Luxury Tuna: Three Blissful Pieces.”
Could the package of “大船軒 鯵の押寿し” be on a station bento vending machine? A “湘南鎌倉 大船軒” station bento vending machine has arrived inside the ticket gates at JR Kamakura Station!
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株式会社JR東日本クロスステーション will install a station bento vending machine for the “湘南鎌倉 大船軒” brand inside the ticket gates at JR Kamakura Station starting October 1, 2026.
【ホテルグランヴィア京都】Reservations open for 2026 Christmas cakes, including a limited-quantity Bûche de Noël made with Kyoto-grown Tamba chestnuts
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ホテルグランヴィア京都 will begin taking reservations for 5 Christmas cakes from October 1 through December 15, 2026. The lineup includes new products and limited-quantity offerings such as a Bûche de Noël made with Kyoto-grown Tamba chestnuts.
TikTok signs its first partnership with the Japanese Olympic Committee (JOC), using “TikTok GamePlan” for the 20th Asian Games (2026/Aichi-Nagoya), marking the platform’s first introduction in Japan
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TikTok has signed its first partnership with JOC and will use “TikTok GamePlan,” introduced in Japan for the first time, at the 20th Asian Games (2026/Aichi-Nagoya), which open on September 19, 2026. The partnership aims to bring TEAM JAPAN to audiences across generations and build excitement for the Games through a dedicated TEAM JAPAN page, a creator program and enhanced official content.
Facts
The agreement is scheduled to run from September 2026 through the end of December 2026.
“TikTok GamePlan” was introduced in Japan for the first time on September 19, 2026, the opening day of the 20th Asian Games (2026/Aichi-Nagoya).
During the period from July 1 to September 1, 2024, related content on the official TEAM JAPAN TikTok account was viewed more than 53 million times during the 33rd Olympic Games (2024/Paris).
During the period from January 30 to March 1, 2026, at the 25th Olympic Winter Games (2026/Milan-Cortina), related content on the account received more than 168 million views, follower numbers grew by more than 57,000, and collaboration videos with TikTok creators received more than 25 million views.
As of September 2, 2026, the official TEAM JAPAN TikTok account had 279,000 followers.
“Takadanobaba-Waseda Ramen Rally 2026” to be held!
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東京メトロ and 高田馬場・早稲田ラーメンラリー実行委員会 will hold “Takadanobaba-Waseda Ramen Rally 2026” from October 1, 2026, to January 31, 2027. Stamps will be available at 20 ramen shops in this area, one of Tokyo’s leading ramen battlegrounds, and at 3 Tokyo Metro stations. Prizes and coupons will be awarded based on the number of stamps collected.
Construction to begin on the “(tentative name) Zushi Station Building,” a new town landmark befitting a station surrounded by the sea and mountains of Zushi
【和牛焼肉 NIKUGEN 赤坂店】1st anniversary celebration! American Gourmet Fest “Eve” to be held starting Oct. 1 (Thu.)
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株式会社物語コーポレーション’s 和牛焼肉 NIKUGEN 赤坂店 will hold the “American Gourmet Fest—Eve” starting Oct. 1 to celebrate the 1st anniversary of its reopening on Oct. 14, 2026. The event will offer limited-edition courses and special drinks, along with coupons.
Facts
1st anniversary of reopening
2 weeks until the 1st anniversary of reopening
“GENERATION Course” ¥5,900
“SPECIAL Course” ¥7,500
“SIGNATURE Course” ¥10,000
Maker’s Mark Pepper Highball ¥869
Homemade craft cola ¥649
Standard all-you-can-drink plan (50 varieties) ¥2,500
Premium all-you-can-drink plan (66 varieties) ¥3,500
Private rooms incur a 10% cover charge
More than 35 varieties of whisky, including the world’s 五 major whisky styles
【Held Oct. 14 (Wed.)】“Young Talent Recruitment Conference 2026 AUTUMN” to share comprehensive insights into successful mid-career recruitment
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株式会社学情 will hold “Young Talent Recruitment Conference 2026 AUTUMN,” an online seminar sharing insights into successful mid-career recruitment, on Oct. 14, 2026.
Facts
2.8 million members
No. 1 job-change site for people in their 20s for 7 consecutive years
A record-high approximately 190 municipalities gather! “A hometown information hub spreading the vitality of Japan”: 12th Furusato Choice Appreciation Festival
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株式会社トラストバンク will hold the 12th Furusato Choice Appreciation Festival at Pacifico Yokohama on Nov. 28 and 29. A record-high approximately 190 municipalities will participate, with events including tastings and sales of local specialties and stage programs.
【栄光ゼミナール】Specialized center for entrance exams to the most selective girls’ junior high schools to hold “Oin and Joshi Gakuin Diagnostic Test” for 2nd- and 3rd-grade elementary school students in October and November
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栄光ゼミナール中野校 最難関女子中学受験専門館, operated by 株式会社栄光, will hold free diagnostic tests on Oct. 31 and Nov. 7, 2026, for 2nd- and 3rd-grade elementary school students aiming to enter Oin Junior High School or Joshi Gakuin Junior High School.
Regarding the “Hakusan General Rolling Stock Depot Public Open Day”
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JR西日本 will hold the “Hakusan General Rolling Stock Depot Public Open Day” on Nov. 28 to foster familiarity with the Hokuriku Shinkansen. Admission is free, with 6,000 visitors accepted through an advance lottery.
【4th CLASSY. Workwear Awards 2026AW】The “work clothes you really want” have been chosen! A total of approximately 112 CLASSY. readers, leaders, and editorial staff cast real votes for 299 items that passed document screening
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At the 4th CLASSY. Workwear Awards 2026AW, approximately 112 readers and staff cast real votes for 299 items, with ANAYI’s coordinated outfit selected for the grand prize.
Facts
At the 4th CLASSY. Workwear Awards 2026AW, ANAYI won the grand prize for its wool oxford double jacket and wool oxford straight-leg pants.
Readers, Leaders, Couples, Members, and editorial staff—a total of approximately 112 people—cast real votes for all 299 items that passed document screening.
Companies mentioned：ANAYI、uncrave、SUIT SQUARE、Theory、TELA、23区、ESTNATION、NOLLEY’S sophi、ICB、DRESSLAVE、Mystrada、UNITED ARROWS、N.O.R.C、DUNO、ebure、TATRAS、MACKINTOSH、lululemon、NOLLEY‘S、Mila Owen、YANUK、SALON adam et ropé、PETIT BATEAU、LACOSTE、SHIPS、LOUNIE、NATURAL BEAUTY BASIC、agnès b.、SOÉJU、Gajess、MICHAEL Michael Kors、kate spade new york、LONGCHAMP、FURLA、VASIC、LOWELL Things、TSUCHIYA KABAN、DIESEL、Cole Haan、TOPKAPI、TUMI、emmi、objcts.io、MONO COMME ÇA、ÉPOR、HIMIKO、DIANA、Pretty Ballerinas、Demi-Luxe B
【Hankyu Umeda Main Store】Parisian jewelry brand Charlotte Chesnais arrives! Limited-time shop opens starting Oct. 7 (Wed.)
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A limited-time shop for Parisian jewelry brand Charlotte CHESNAIS will open on Oct. 7, 2026, in the accessories section on the 1st floor of Hankyu Umeda Main Store, operated by 株式会社阪急阪神百貨店.
【Survey on Rental Property Management and Subleasing】58% are aware of subleasing! Top perceived benefits are “reduced vacancy risk” and “reduced management burden”
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A survey by 株式会社NEXER and 株式会社日住サービス found that 58% are aware of subleasing. The top perceived benefits were “reduced vacancy risk” and “reduced management burden,” while concerns included commission costs and falling rents.
Facts
42.0% answered “I don’t know”
came to 58.0%
remained at 32.0%
48.3% answered “Internet/search”
51.7% answered “It seems likely to reduce vacancy risk”
70.0% answered “The management burden was reduced”
60.0% answered “The fees were a burden”
35.4% answered “I don’t consider it very much”
Companies mentioned：株式会社NEXER、株式会社日住サービス、株式会社NEXER Group
A course featuring local ingredients and 12 sweets to choose from! Enjoy a blissful Christmas lunch at 博多エクセルホテル東急 for a limited time!
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博多エクセルホテル東急 will serve Christmas lunch for a limited time from Dec. 18 to 25, 2026. The menu features a course meal made with ingredients from Fukuoka Prefecture and a platter dessert with a choice of 12 sweets. The price is 4,800 yen, including tax and service charges.
A pure hydrogen fuel cell and a heat-pump hot-water heating system installed at the Hydrogen House operated by Finland's Cefmof
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A pure hydrogen fuel cell (10 kW) from パナソニック エレクトリックワークス株式会社 and a heat-pump hot-water supply and heating system (9 kW) from パナソニック HVAC & CC株式会社 have been installed at a Hydrogen House demonstration facility operated by Finland's Cefmof, which aims to transition to steady operation by the end of 2026.
Facts
From August 2026
10 kW from 1 fuel cell
Output of 9 kW from 1 A2W unit
Transition to steady operation by the end of 2026
Companies mentioned：Cefmof、Central Finland Mobility Foundation、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 HVAC & CC株式会社、TOYOTA GAZOO Racing World Rally Team、一般財団法人トヨタ・モビリティ基金、パナソニックグループ
Held the hands-on event Unconscious Bias Week at キッザニア東京, where parents and children discover new perspectives and envision the future
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東京都 held the hands-on event Unconscious Bias Week at キッザニア東京 to help participants broaden their potential without being constrained by gender. The event ran from Sept. 18 to 24, Reiwa 8, and included a Make a Challenge Card workshop and a quiz rally.
Facts
July, Reiwa 8
From Sept. 18 (Friday) to 24 (Thursday)
Held for the 4th time this year
Held annually since fiscal year Reiwa 5
In surveys conducted in fiscal years Reiwa 4 and 5
30.1% of construction management job listings require no qualifications but seek experienced candidates; median advertised annual salary is 4.5 million yen, 500,000 yen below listings with qualification requirements | Analysis of 5,993 construction management job listings [Construction Management Job Data Survey Vol. 15]
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An analysis by the ジョブリー建設 editorial team of 5,993 construction management job listings as of September 2026 found that listings requiring practical experience but no qualifications accounted for 30.1% of the total, with a median advertised annual salary of 4.5 million yen. This was 500,000 yen below listings requiring qualifications (5 million yen), and listings in higher salary brackets tended to require qualifications.
Facts
5,993 construction management job listings
There were 1,804 listings (30.1%) requiring experience but no qualifications
Median listed minimum annual salary: ¥4.5 million
500,000 yen below the median for listings requiring experience and mandatory qualifications (5 million yen)
Listings requiring experience and mandatory qualifications...median of 5 million yen
[NHK Culture] Free lecture: Protecting your bones protects your ability to walk in the future. A specialist explains osteoporosis and its treatment in clear terms.
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NHK文化センター町田教室 will host a free lecture on osteoporosis, co-hosted by ジョンソン・エンド・ジョンソン メドテック. Akitoshi Takaso, professor and chair of the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at 北里大学, will discuss maintaining bone and muscle health and treatment options.
[Press Release] 冨士ダイス and DIJET Industrial to hold their first collaborative project at JIMTOF2026
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冨士ダイス株式会社 and DIJET Industrial will hold their first joint project, a quiz and stamp rally, at JIMTOF2026, which takes place at Tokyo Big Sight from Oct. 26 to 31, 2026. The event marks their business partnership on an alloy that reduces tungsten use.
AI enters the era of specialized models: Specialized AI opens up next-generation multilingual IR
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OriginalStraker Japanは日本IR協議会で、生成AIが汎用モデルから専門モデルへ進化している点を説明し、英文開示の課題や「AIディスカバビリティ」の重要性を述べた。また、特化型プラットフォーム「SwiftBridge AI」と動画多言語展開支援サービス「Straker AI Dubbing」を紹介した。
Facts
Sept. 8, 2026
330 IR professionals at listed companies in Japan
Approximately 70% of companies
Additional annual costs of around 1 million to 5 million yen
Prepare the English version within 24 hours
Founded in New Zealand in 1999
More than 120 languages
Companies mentioned：Straker Japan株式会社、Straker Group、Straker、IBM、IBM Japan AI Lab、日本IR協議会、オーストラリア証券取引所
菰野町, Mie Prefecture, will hold a fall walking event on Oct. 17, 2026, to mark the town's 70th anniversary. Participation is free and no advance registration is required. Participants can choose between 2 courses of approximately 9.5 km and 5 km, and those who complete a course will receive an original pin badge.
Listings requiring a first-class civil engineering construction management engineer have a median salary of 5 million yen, 500,000 yen above listings with no mandatory qualifications | Analysis of 1,653 civil engineering construction management job listings [Construction Management Job Data Survey Vol. 14]
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An analysis by the ジョブリー建設 editorial team of 1,653 civil engineering construction management job listings found that listings requiring a first-class civil engineering construction management engineer had a median advertised annual salary of 5 million yen, 500,000 yen above listings with no mandatory qualifications (4.5 million yen).
Facts
1,653 civil engineering construction management job listings
Median: 5 million yen
500,000 yen above listings with no mandatory qualifications
There were 454 listings requiring applicants to hold a first-class civil engineering construction management engineer qualification
27.5%, 169 companies
Listings with no mandatory qualifications: 4.5 million yen
Special exhibition marking the 60th anniversary of his death: Exhibition tracing the career of painter Ryushi Kawabata to be held at パラミタミュージアム
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A special exhibition marking the 60th anniversary of the death of painter Ryushi Kawabata will be held at パラミタミュージアム in Komono, Mie Prefecture, from Oct. 2 to Nov. 29, 2026.
Fall campaign underway for ALLPAIR DERMA LE GINZA members
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ALLPAIR DERMA LE GINZA, the skincare brand operated by 株式会社オールペア, is running 2 limited-quantity campaigns participants can join via its official LINE account. They include an offer for first-time purchasers of the facial cleanser RADIANCE MOIST WASH and a set combining cleansing balm and face cream.
Facts
DERMA LE GINZA RADIANCE MOIST WASH 100g
MOIST CLEANSING BALM 80g
MOISTURE FACE CREAM HEXA-PRO 30g
Companies mentioned：株式会社オールペア、ALLPAIR CO., LTD.、ALLPAIR DERMA LE GINZA、ALLPAIR公式ショップ、ALLPAIR119、ALLPAIR CLINIC LE GINZA、LIORA BELLE、GSHEX
Satofull begins accepting donations for Ichihara City, Chiba Prefecture, and Yokosuka City, Kanagawa Prefecture, through its “Reiwa 8 September Heavy Rain and Typhoon Damage Emergency Support Donation Site”
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株式会社さとふる began accepting donations for Ichihara City, Chiba Prefecture, and Yokosuka City, Kanagawa Prefecture, on Sept. 29 through its emergency support donation site for damage caused by the Reiwa 8 September heavy rain and typhoons.
[Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture] DUAL HOME releases room-tour video of its Sendai Minaminakayama model home | A single-story home with a private courtyard terrace embodying “performance × design”
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DUAL HOME, a custom-home brand operated by 株式会社アーキテックプランニング, has released a YouTube room-tour video of its model home completed in Minaminakayama, Izumi Ward, Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture. The company’s head-office architect and Sendai branch representative introduce their design and construction priorities. The company is recruiting franchise partners as it expands its business.
Construction begins on “(tentative name) British Library Redevelopment Project,” a major mixed-use development in King’s Cross, London
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Mitsui Fudosan announced the start of construction on “(tentative name) British Library Redevelopment Project,” a mixed-use development in King’s Cross, London, that will expand the British Library and create a business hub. Construction is scheduled to begin in September 2026, with completion planned for 2032.
Facts
Construction began on September 17, 2026
Completion is scheduled for 2032
Approximately 100 people attended
Investment of 1.1 billion pounds in the project
Approximately 100,000 sq ft (approximately 2,800 tsubo) of new public space
Approximately 600,000 sq ft (approximately 16,900 tsubo) of new business space
A contribution of 23 million pounds toward local housing development
Level 2 construction management engineers are required for 9.0% of building construction management job openings, with a median salary of 4.5 million yen. Local and regional companies are on par with jobs requiring no mandatory qualifications | Analysis of 2,966 building construction management job listings [Construction Management Job Data Survey Vol.13]