[Awajishima’s largest farm-direct market, Minakoikoiya] Official LINE account launches! Campaign to give Awajishima onions to the first 1,000 people starts October 1
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あわじ島まるごと 美菜恋来屋, one of the largest farm-direct markets on Awajishima, will launch its official LINE account on October 1, 2026. To mark the launch, it will give Awajishima onions to the first 1,000 people.
[みたけ食品] Exhibiting at Food Development Exhibition 2026 under the theme “Same ingredients, different results”
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みたけ食品工業株式会社 will exhibit at Food Development Exhibition 2026, which opens at Tokyo Big Sight on October 14, 2026. Under the theme “Same ingredients, different results,” it will present food development ideas using new materials and processing technologies for rice, soybeans and other ingredients.
Public-private initiative launches pilot project to prevent fires caused by lithium-ion batteries and other items, using secure collection containers and IoT remote monitoring
Step into the heartwarming world of ceramics: Hagiwara Yukiko exhibition “Shifting Colors, Unfurling Light”
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The solo exhibition “Shifting Colors, Unfurling Light” by ceramic artist Hagiwara Yukiko will be held at 紅椿それいゆ Gallery from October 24 to November 3, 2026. Admission is free.
proteanTecs and GUC expand collaboration on health and performance monitoring for custom SoCs
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proteanTecs and GUC are expanding their collaboration on health and performance monitoring solutions for custom SoCs, supporting power reduction and performance optimization.
A winter gourmet getaway in Kanazawa! A limited-time accommodation plan with a “Kobako crab kaiseki” meal, available for just 2 months from Saturday, Nov. 7
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株式会社ホテル金沢 will offer a limited-time “Stay Plan with Kobako Crab Kaiseki,” including a special dinner at its 1st-floor restaurant DINING TSUZUMI, from Nov. 7 to Dec. 27, 2026, following the opening of the snow crab fishing season in Hokuriku.
Facts
Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026
Sunday, Dec. 27
Original1泊1名様17,000円～
A buffet featuring more than 40 Japanese and Western dishes
84.8% of construction management job listings offer bonuses; 1.4% say “none”; family allowances: 53.4%, qualification allowances: 50.0%, housing allowances: 41.1% | Analysis of 5,993 construction management job listings [Construction Management Job Data Survey Vol. 12]
Tokyo select shop R&Co., with locations at Omotesando Hills and Roppongi Hills, makes its first foray into a department store in its founding home of Wakayama! Grand opening on Oct. 1
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The select shop R&Co., operated by 株式会社丸幸, will open its 1st-floor location at 近鉄百貨店和歌山店 on Oct. 1, 2026, with a grand opening.
DMK publishes interview article with Hisense Japan in its “Sales Promotion Knowledge Box”
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株式会社ディー・エム広告社 (DMK) has published the first part of its interview with Hisense Japan, titled “Making In-Store Promotions More Than Just ‘Do It and Move On,’” on its owned media outlet, “Sales Promotion Knowledge Box.”
株式会社アグリステージ operates the farm equipment purchasing service アグリユース and surveyed 200 people involved in using, managing and disposing of farm equipment. The results examine why people keep unused farm equipment and their willingness to sell it when letting it go.
The median advertised salary for plumbing construction management is 4.5 million yen; 4.5 million yen for jobs requiring experience and 4.3 million yen for jobs open to inexperienced applicants | Analysis of 1,217 plumbing construction management job listings [Construction Management Job Data Survey Vol. 11]
“Information gaps” exposed by the Kumamoto earthquake and heavy rains in Chiba: JX通信社 President Katsuhiro Yoneshige to speak at “Crisis Management Conference 2026 Autumn”
Turning vacant homes into lodging and bringing guests into town: “Fujinoya Okunoin,” a whole-house rental, opens in Tanabe, gateway to the Kumano Kodo
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株式会社GROWLAND has opened Fujinoya Okunoin / OKUNOIN, the 2nd property under its Fujinoya whole-house rental accommodation brand, which repurposes vacant homes in Tanabe, Wakayama Prefecture. The property does not serve dinner and instead directs guests to the local restaurant district, Ajikoji, aiming to partner with and support the growth of local businesses.
Facts
Tanabe had 409,266 overnight guests in 2024.
Of these, 68,695 were international overnight guests,
a substantial increase from 39,877 in 2023.
More than 200 establishments, including izakaya pubs and snack bars, are clustered there
Changing workplaces where feeling “tired” is the norm. 株式会社walks launches a corporate “Fatigue Recovery Program” combining a health seminar and exercise at a limited-time 50% OFF
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株式会社walks has launched a “Fatigue Recovery Program” for businesses that combines a health seminar with recovery exercises. Against the regular price of 150,000 yen (tax included), the program will be offered for a limited time through Dec. 31, 2026, at 50% OFF: 75,000 yen (82,500 yen including tax).
Facts
Standard duration: 90 minutes
Regular price: 150,000 yen (165,000 yen including tax)
[Available only through 2026] 50% OFF the regular price
Regular price 150,000 yen → 75,000 yen (82,500 yen including tax)
Available to businesses that apply by Dec. 31, 2026
More than 12 years as a certified health exercise instructor
ケアパートナー株式会社 began regular lectures for employees on Sept. 18, 2026, led by Takumi Hatano of Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine, medical adviser to the residential fee-based senior home “ソエルガーデン.” The first lecture was attended by 74 people and aimed to improve care workers’ expertise and deliver high-quality care through learning about Parkinson’s disease.
The annual autumn 「山安さんま祭り」 is here! Securing 6,000 Pacific saury despite poor catches, the festival kicks off at flagship store 山安ターンパイク店
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Odawara dried-fish specialist 株式会社山安 will hold its annual autumn 「山安さんま祭り」 3 times across 3 stores. Despite poor catches, it has secured a total of 6,000 Pacific saury and will hold the event as a charity, offering charcoal-grilled saury in exchange for donations of ¥100 or more.
【Nagasaki, Unzen】5 local businesses to present their efforts to transform their companies. Unzen Tourism DX Academy results presentation to be held on October 29
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一般社団法人雲仙観光局 will hold a results presentation for the 「雲仙観光DXアカデミー」 on October 29, 2026, featuring 5 local businesses from the Shimabara Peninsula. The academy is a hands-on program that provides ongoing support to help businesses identify their challenges and pursue transformation, not merely introduce digital tools. Participants will share their practical efforts.
Sixth consecutive year as a special sponsor of 「飛鳥ハーフマラソン２０２７」, which takes runners through Asuka as it draws attention following its World Heritage registration ～300 volunteer employees from the 長谷工グループ support event operations～
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長谷工グループ will serve as a special sponsor of 「飛鳥ハーフマラソン２０２７」, to be held on March 14, 2027, for the 6th consecutive year, with around 300 employee volunteers supporting event operations.
Survey examines latest trends in electronic medical records; 47.8% of hospitals and 14.3% of clinics prioritize AI functions when upgrading
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A survey on electronic medical records conducted by 株式会社シード・プランニング found that 47.8% of hospitals and 14.3% of clinics prioritize AI functions when upgrading their systems. Cloud migration is under consideration at 69.0% of hospitals and 66.3% of clinics, while concerns about outages and cyberattacks ranked among the leading shared challenges.
Facts
Hospitals: 47.8%
Clinics: 14.3%
Hospitals: 69.0%
Clinics: 66.3%
At clinics, 62.3% cited 「low initial and running costs」
At hospitals, 60.2% cited 「low initial and running costs」
At hospitals, 51.3% said 「would consider it depending on the conditions」
At clinics, 36.4% said 「would like to actively pursue it」
At clinics... 29.9% said 「would consider it depending on the conditions」
At hospitals, 67.3% said 「unable to use during network or system outages」
Reviewing what to keep in your car during typhoon season: 「緊急脱出レスキュー」, a push-to-use emergency escape tool, now on sale
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小林薬品株式会社 has launched 「RABLISS KO459」, an emergency escape tool that helps people get out of vehicles after an accident or flood. It combines a reinforced-glass breaker and seat-belt cutter in a compact body and weighs about 30g, making it suitable for storage in a vehicle.
Medical institution-focused AI agent 「AXON」 to speak at sponsored seminar at the 18th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Society of Health and Medical Sciences
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株式会社コンヴァノ has been sharing information about 「AXON」, an AI agent designed specifically for medical institutions, and will speak at a sponsored seminar at the 18th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Society of Health and Medical Sciences, to be held on October 4, 2026.
Facts
18th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Society of Health and Medical Sciences
One year after its Expo debut, 「MONOKATARI」 returns to 「Giftpad space」 at KITTE Osaka
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株式会社ギフトパッド will hold 「MONOKATARI EXPO 2026 OSAKA」, hosted by the MONOKATARI EXPO 2026 Consortium, at 「Giftpad space」 in KITTE Osaka from October 1 to 31, 2026. A total of 25 companies from 5 regions—Nanao and Suzu in Ishikawa Prefecture, Himi in Toyama Prefecture, Ogano in Saitama Prefecture, and Tokushima Prefecture—will showcase more than 200 items, including crafts and food products.
【Autumn “sound” upgrade sale】A perfect partner for popular dynamic microphones such as the SM7B｜The trusted 「Cloudlifter CL-1」 mic preamp tackles 「insufficient gain」 and 「noise」 in one unit, now at a special price
柏市 and 株式会社AOI Pro. are collaborating to hold a results presentation for 「プロと作るPR動画プロジェクト 撮り旅in柏」, in which students produce PR videos showcasing the appeal of 柏市.
“Local drinks, Hakkenden!!” Grand menu revamped on Sept. 29! A host of new charcoal-grilled dishes arrive
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マルシェ株式会社 will revamp the grand menu at the izakaya chain 八剣伝 starting Sept. 29, 2026, adding new dishes including charcoal-grilled meat and items made with its special salt.
河合塾 will hold the lecture “Start together as parents and children! The very basics of university entrance exams” at 39 campuses nationwide from Oct. 17 to Dec. 13. The event is for junior high school students, first- and second-year high school students, and their parents, and will explain basic knowledge about university entrance exams and a roadmap to gaining admission while still in high school.
[Collaboration with leading local companies in Niigata Prefecture] Products supervised by Bourbon and Kameda Seika arrive at セブン-イレブン
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株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン, in collaboration with 株式会社ブルボン and 亀田製菓, will release co-branded products supervised by each company for a limited time as part of the “Local Love Festival.” They will be available at approximately 430 セブン-イレブン stores in Niigata Prefecture and approximately 350 stores across the 3 Hokuriku prefectures.
Facts
Approximately 430 セブン-イレブン stores
As of the end of August 2026
Approximately 350 stores across the 3 Hokuriku prefectures
[西武池袋本店] “Treat yourself” self-care spending and family demand in the spotlight! “Christmas Cakes 2026” reservation event
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西武池袋本店 will hold a reservation event for “Christmas Cakes 2026” starting Oct. 1, offering a diverse lineup to meet demand for self-care treats and family purchases.
[西武東戸塚Ｓ.Ｃ.] Celebrating 27 years in the community: a lineup of limited-edition gourmet offerings and events connecting with local residents—“27th ANNIVERSARY”
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西武東戸塚Ｓ.Ｃ. will celebrate its 27th anniversary on Oct. 7 and hold “27th ANNIVERSARY” from Oct. 3 to 12. The program will include sales of limited-edition gourmet items and live events featuring local artists.
Facts
27th anniversary
Celebrating its 27th anniversary on Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026
日立 and Agile Robots agree on co-creation partnership to develop the brains behind AI robotics
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日立製作所 has reached a basic agreement with Germany’s Agile Robots on a co-creation partnership to develop the brains behind AI robotics. The two companies will combine their AI models and roll them out globally as “HMAX Industry,” aiming to enable autonomous operations at manufacturing sites.
Facts
Original2025年度(2026年3月期)売上収益は10兆5,867億円
As of the end of March 2026, it had 606 consolidated subsidiaries
The company has approximately 290,000 employees worldwide
日立 has operations technology (OT) for control and operations, built on expertise from its sites across 190 countries and regions
High-quality products refined over more than 110 years
Today, more than 3,500 people have come together from approximately 60 countries
More than 3,500 highly specialized people from approximately 60 countries
More than 20,000 robot solutions have been deployed worldwide
Rent professional underwater drones when you need them. Equipment rental site “Work & Luxury (Wakuragu)” launches
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株式会社ジュンテクノサービス has launched “Work & Luxury (Wakuragu),” a site for renting industrial underwater drones and specialized equipment. It serves customers from 3 locations in Hokkaido, Saitama and Fukuoka, and plans to expand its equipment lineup in stages.
Facts
3 locations in Hokkaido, Saitama and Fukuoka
Also entered the human resources development business in 2018
Healthcare startup おいしい健康 releases analysis of responses on social media to its “Meal Support Campaign for Caregiving”
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株式会社おいしい健康 analyzed 908 posts submitted to its “Meal Support Campaign for Caregiving” on X and released findings on the difficulty of balancing safety and appetite in meals for people receiving care, as well as the burden on families.
Facts
As of the end of March 2025, 7.21 million people were certified as requiring long-term care or support
An increase of 120,000 from the previous year
The “Meal Support Campaign for Caregiving” received 908 posts
The most common concern was “not knowing what the ‘just right’ softness or thickness should be” (242 posts)
This was followed by “when they eat only the foods they can manage, their nutrition becomes unbalanced” (232 posts)
Next was “I prepare food, but they don’t eat it” (187 posts)
“The burden of making an extra dish separately from the family’s meal” (176 posts)
“I get exhausted just trying to feed them” (113 posts)
Operates an AI meal-planning and nutrition management service used by 2 million people monthly
Sauna art by Finnish artist “Kettu Galleria” collaborates with おふろcafe. Introducing original artwork created for display at utatane and food and drink menu items!
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おふろcafe utatane, operated by 株式会社温泉道場, is collaborating with “Kettu galleria,” sauna art by Finnish artist Pive Toivonen, with original art on display and limited-edition menu items available.
Median advertised annual salary for civil engineering construction management jobs is ¥4.5 million; ¥4.5 million for jobs requiring experience and ¥3.64 million for jobs open to inexperienced applicants｜Analysis of 1,653 civil engineering construction management job listings【Construction Management Job Data Survey Vol. 10】
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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 a median advertised annual salary of ¥4.5 million, with an ¥860,000 difference between jobs requiring experience and those open to inexperienced applicants.
Facts
Median: 4.5 million yen
1,653 civil engineering construction management job listings
Jobs open to inexperienced applicants: ¥3.64 million
A difference of ¥860,000
Jobs requiring a first-class civil engineering construction management engineer license: ¥5 million
【フェアリーケーキフェア】Eat, decorate and dress up! Halloween-only cat cookie tin and “ghost” cupcakes available from Oct. 1
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フェアリーケーキフェア will release Halloween-only sweets starting Oct. 1, 2026. Offerings include the “Trick Cat Cookie Tin,” created in collaboration with Miu Sakamoto and Hisae Maeda, and “Baked ZOO Halloween Cupcakes.” A portion of sales will be donated to animal protection activities.
A secluded inn restricted to guests “18 and older” will welcome children for Halloween! A special lodging plan at 澄江知多 in Minamichita, Aichi Prefecture, welcoming “future adults,” available for Oct. 31 only
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澄江知多, an inn in Minamichita, Aichi Prefecture, restricted to guests 18 and older, will offer a special plan allowing children of elementary school age and older to stay on Halloween, Oct. 31 only.
パナソニック to release the Nano Care EH-NB70 hair dryer
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パナソニック will release the Nano Care EH-NB70 hair dryer in early November 2026. It delivers approximately 1.2 times the quick-drying performance and is approximately 35% smaller by volume, making it the most compact model in the Nano Care line’s history.
Facts
Approximately 1.2 times the quick-drying performance
相模原市 will exhibit at “Yasashii Ki no Hiroba,” held in front of Musashi-Kosugi Station in 川崎市 on October 3 and 4, and will hold workshops using “Tsukui wood” and sell woodcrafts.
“B-Lot × Kumashu Construction Special Nighter” held
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株式会社ビーロット held the “B-Lot × Kumashu Construction Special Nighter” in partnership with its group company 株式会社クマシュー工務店 during the オリックス・バファローズ versus 福岡ソフトバンクホークス game at Kyocera Dome Osaka on August 28, 2026.
Exhibition celebrating the 5th year since 埼玉 virtual tourism ambassador 春日部つくし took office opens at Ｍ’ｓ ＳＱＵＡＲＥ on Oct. 17! Café-exclusive menu items and a limited-time temporary stop for the “Degi-Tama Stamp Rally” also announced
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一般社団法人埼玉県物産観光協会 will hold a special exhibition celebrating the 5th year since 埼玉 virtual tourism ambassador 春日部つくし took office, starting Oct. 17, 2026, at Ｍ’ｓ ＳＱＵＡＲＥ in the Musashino Bank head office building. The adjoining café will offer exclusive menu items and perks, and the venue will also be designated as a temporary stop for the “Degi-Tama Stamp Rally 2026.”
Business partnership and investment in Blue Fire AI
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Asset Management One has entered into a business partnership with Singapore-based AI solutions company Blue Fire AI Pte. Ltd. and invested in its holding company.
Companies mentioned：アセットマネジメントOne株式会社、Blue Fire AI Pte. Ltd.、Blue Fire AI Holdings Pte. Ltd.
Energy, food…and more: understand “world trade,” something you may think you know but don’t really know!
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株式会社新星出版社 released the paperback “Quick Business Basics: World Trade in Energy and Grain” on September 29, 2026, explaining global trade in energy, grains and other commodities.
Median advertised annual salary for building construction management jobs is ¥4.5 million; ¥4.8 million for jobs requiring experience and ¥4 million for jobs open to inexperienced applicants｜Analysis of 2,966 building construction management job listings【Construction Management Job Data Survey Vol. 9】
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An analysis by the ジョブリー建設 editorial team of 2,966 building construction management job listings found a median advertised annual salary of ¥4.5 million, with an ¥800,000 difference between jobs requiring experience (¥4.8 million) and those open to inexperienced applicants (¥4 million). New construction (SRC structures) had the highest median at ¥5 million.
Facts
Median: 4.5 million yen
2,966 construction management job listings
New construction (SRC structures): median of ¥5 million
“長崎ちゃんめん” Yamaguchi-Kudamatsu store to reopen as “Noodle Chinese Restaurant” on Friday, Oct. 2!
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The “長崎ちゃんめん” Yamaguchi-Kudamatsu store will reopen on October 2 as a “Noodle Chinese Restaurant.” The store will introduce new menu items, install self-checkout registers and give gifts to the first 100 customers.
Facts
We will reopen on Friday, October 2
A cabbage (1 head) or eggs (1 pack: 6 eggs) will be given to the first 100 customers
Discount coupons will also be available, limited to 2,000 customers
Announcement of the founding of HIKARI SAUDI, connecting business between Japan and Saudi Arabia
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HIKARI SAUDI, connecting business between Japan and Saudi Arabia, has been founded and begun operations in real estate brokerage, market-entry support and corporate inspection tours. Its 3 founders are Hyder Alkhalifah, 徳沢理絵 and 森和孝.
Facts
Real GDP growth in 2025 was 4.5%
The non-oil sector recorded growth of 4.9%
The government-backed Public Investment Fund (PIF) had more than US$900 billion in assets under management in 2025
Approximately 95% said they had a favorable impression of Japan
From 5.7% in 2015
It fell to 4.0% in 2025
It was up 20.0% year over year
Conducted under FAL license 1200050349
A Saudi Arabia tour for 40 Japanese business leaders
Received an offer of 1,200 m² of land from the landowner
Companies mentioned：One Global Advisory FZCO、HIKARI SAUDI、REGA、WAOJE
30 minutes of unlimited digging! Up to 10 kg!? This fall, get serious about digging up sweet potatoes! The “Big Sweet Potato Digging Festival” kicks off Saturday, October 10, 2026!
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白ハト食品工業株式会社 will hold the “Big Sweet Potato-Digging Festival” at らぽっぽ なめがたファーマーズヴィレッジ in Ibaraki Prefecture from October 10 to November 23, 2026. Plans include a 30-minute all-you-can-dig experience, a new capsule-toy harvest activity, and workshops.
Japanese Representative Takes World No. 2! Chef 六浦啓裕 Finishes Runner-Up at the “World Paella Day Cup 2026”
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At the “World Paella Day Cup 2026,” held in Valencia, Spain, on September 20, 2026, 六浦啓裕 of 地中海バル el jardin, competing as Japan’s representative, finished runner-up (No. 2 in the world).
Facts
2026
Sept. 20
No. 2 in the world
12 countries worldwide
June 5
Companies mentioned：株式会社アドギルド・ジャパン、パエリア・タパス祭り実行委員会、日本パエリア協会、地中海バル el jardin
25 New Products to Launch Successively from Low-Priced Private Brand “Seven The Price”! Expanding Everyday Essentials, Including Its First Beer
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株式会社イトーヨーカ堂 will successively launch 25 new products from its private brand “Seven The Price” through the end of October. The lineup will be expanded with its first beer, “Lager Beer,” as well as large-size coffee and tea products. The company aims to grow the range to around 400 items in fiscal 2026.
[Value-Focused] Combine Travel and Accommodation for Great Value! Campervan Rentals Rise to About 3 Times the Previous Year
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株式会社トイファクトリー announced that summer use of its campervan rental service “ShareCamper” grew to about 2.71 times the previous year. The increase is attributed to value-focused travel, inbound demand, and more people traveling with pets.
Facts
Summer rentals reached about 2.71 times last year’s level
Affordable rates starting at 19,000 yen for 24 hours
Can save approximately 24,960 yen※
￥56,000
￥80,960
59 bookings (471 nights)
People from 19 countries used the campervans
Users from Taiwan accounted for the largest share, at 28.8%
Distribution Begins for Casebook on Using Instagram Automation Tool “エルグラム”
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株式会社ミショナ has begun distributing a casebook compiling the latest implementation examples of its Instagram automation tool, “エルグラム.” The publication features examples from 5 accounts and provides a detailed look at how automated comment responses for 竜様 improved engagement.
Launch of the “EB-XQ2030B,” the World’s Smallest and Lightest (Note 1) High-Brightness Projector, Delivering 30,000lm Real 4K (Note 2) at Approximately 35kg
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エプソン販売株式会社 will launch the “EB-XQ2030B” projector, delivering 30,000lm of brightness and real 4K image quality in a body weighing approximately 35kg, the world’s smallest and lightest (Note 1). Orders open on September 29, 2026, with deliveries starting successively from late December.
“サンリオキャラクターズ ぷっくりシールいっぱいＢＯＯＫ” to Go on Sale October 7, Featuring a Total of 54 Puffed Stickers of サンリオ Characters
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講談社こども事業部 will release the sticker book “サンリオキャラクターズ ぷっくりシールいっぱいＢＯＯＫ” on October 7, 2026, featuring a total of 54 three-dimensional puffed stickers of サンリオ characters such as Hello Kitty and My Melody.
[Co-Hosted by 北海道大学キャリアデザインセンター] Online Career Event “Global Career Fair 2028_Hokkaido University” to Be Held on October 15
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ルーキーワークス株式会社 will co-host the online career event “Global Career Fair 2028_Hokkaido University” with 北海道大学キャリアデザインセンター on October 15, 2026. 3 companies will exhibit, and participation is free.
Cellist 植木美帆 Releases Long-Awaited New Album “AURA”; Commemorative Shows Set for Tokyo and Osaka
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Cellist 植木美帆 will release “AURA,” a new album co-created with jazz pianist 小野田享子, on October 17, 2026, and hold commemorative shows in Tokyo and Osaka.
Facts
Oct. 17, 2026
8,500 yen
6,600 yen
3,300 yen
All 7 tracks
Companies mentioned：Rootone、prtimes、Sony Music Studios Tokyo、ヴィューエンターテイメント、Amazon、BⅡ、teket、T-SQUARE、Koike Strings
エピグループ Takes the Stage at TikTok LIVE Creator Networks Global Summit — Wins Awards in 4 Categories
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株式会社Epi Group took the stage at the TikTok LIVE Creator Networks Global Summit in Bangkok, Thailand, and won awards in 4 categories. The company represents approximately 20,000 creators and shared its expertise in event operations and creator support with the world.
Facts
Won awards in 4 categories
From September 15 to 16, 2026
Approximately 20,000 creators
More than 17,000 streamers
Annual virtual-gift sales of approximately ¥25 billion
Finalists selected for the “DEEP VALLEY Agritech Award 2026”! Final judging and awards ceremony to be held on Wednesday, October 14
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Six finalists have been selected for the “DEEP VALLEY Agritech Award 2026,” hosted by Fukaya City, with final judging and an awards ceremony to be held on October 14.
Facts
6 finalist companies
Wednesday, October 14
Now in its 8th year
A cumulative total of 173 companies have entered
In addition to investing in 5 companies
With 6 smart agriculture projects underway in the city
In addition to the 10 million yen invested to date
A new activity outsourcing program with a total budget of 10 million yen has been established
New Year’s limited-edition “Kissho Hitsuji” zodiac label. Applications for a lottery sale of SAKE HUNDRED’s flagship “Hyakko” open on September 29
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SAKE HUNDRED, a Japanese sake brand, will open applications on September 29 for an advance lottery sale that includes “New Year Edition 2027,” featuring its flagship product “Hyakko” with a zodiac label (Kissho Hitsuji) exclusive to the New Year season.
Original日向坂46「18th Single ひなた坂46 LIVE」10月6日（火）、7日（水）にLeminoで生配信！
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The video streaming service Lemino, operated by 株式会社NTTドコモ, will stream Hinatazaka46’s “18th Single Hinatazaka46 LIVE” live (PPV) on Oct. 6 and 7, 2026, with repeat streams on Oct. 10 and 11.
Applications open to around 20 teams nationwide! “HafH Road to Spain” launches to support children pursuing their soccer dreams on the world stage.
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株式会社KabuK Style is launching “HafH Road to Spain,” a project supporting overseas opportunities for elementary-school-age soccer teams, to mark a cumulative 1 million accommodation bookings. Around 20 teams nationwide will be recruited, with up to 1 million yen in support per team. The first team selected for support is the select club “EXCLUSIVO.”
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A cumulative 1 million accommodation bookings
Around 20 teams will be selected from across Japan
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Applications are being accepted from today through Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
The international tournament “TIC TAC CUP 2026,” to be held in Spain in December 2026
Having traveled to Spain with a total of more than 2,000 children to date
As of the end of August 2026, more than 20,000 facilities in 126 countries and regions are available
Tsuno Sports Commission signs international exchange and cooperation agreement with 台湾・南投県サッカー協会
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On September 19, 2026, 一般社団法人ツノスポーツコミッション and 台湾・南投県サッカー協会 signed an agreement on international exchange and cooperation. The agreement identifies sports exchanges, including soccer, people-to-people exchanges, local experiences, tourism, culture, and mutual promotion of local specialties as areas for cooperation.
Public-private demonstration project launches to build a collection system using secure collection containers and IoT remote monitoring to prevent fires caused by lithium-ion batteries and other items
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越谷市, Anchor Japan, Matsuda Sangyo, 株式会社電知, 株式会社ビオストック and NTT Telecon have been selected for a Ministry of the Environment demonstration project. They will launch a demonstration of a public-private collection system using the secure DENPOI collection container and IoT remote monitoring to prevent fires caused by lithium-ion batteries, starting in October 2026.
When should children start orthodontic treatment? Kobe orthodontist Sho Mikawa releases free guide for parents
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Kobe orthodontist Sho Mikawa has released a free guide for parents through エクスプレッソ・パブリッシング, explaining when children should start orthodontic treatment and how to choose a clinic.
Commercial cleaning robot “Rakurobo Haken” surpasses 600 cumulative installations, with more than 30% in Saitama Prefecture
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Shin Nippon Building Service announced that cumulative installations of its commercial cleaning robot “Rakurobo Haken” surpassed 600 as of September 20, 2026. Of these, 34% are operating in Saitama Prefecture, and remote monitoring and operational support have helped achieve a cleaning completion rate of over 90%.
Making skills transfer and workforce development easier to plan in advance. Toyota-style online training “T-Learning” publishes course dates for 11 topics through March 2027
“NRHA Activity Report 2025” receives Honors at the International ARC Awards, one of the world’s largest annual report competitions
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一般社団法人地域医療未来創造ネットワーク（NRHA） announced that its “NRHA Activity Report 2025” received Honors in the Medical & Social Services category at the International ARC Awards.
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With a history of more than 30 years
Approximately the top 30%
Page count: 52 pages
More than 400 medical institutions and care facilities nationwide
More than 10,000 healthcare and nursing care professionals in total
Samples now available of 26-cell battery-monitoring IC with EIS function
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ヌヴォトン テクノロジージャパン株式会社 announced that samples of its 26-cell battery-monitoring IC, the “KA85010UA,” equipped with an EIS function, will be available starting in January 2027. Its proprietary inductor-based method reduces board temperature rise by about 93% compared with conventional approaches, helping improve the safety of vehicles and energy storage systems.
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Available starting in January 2027
Supports 26 cells
Reduces it by about 93% compared with conventional methods
Revision Skincare® launches “Advanced Even Tone Serum,” a new serum focused on overall skin tone balance, from its medical-practice-exclusive skincare line
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ビッグブルー株式会社 will launch “Advanced Even Tone Serum,” a serum focused on overall skin tone balance, on October 15, 2026, from Revision Skincare®, a skincare brand available exclusively through medical institutions and based in Texas, U.S.
For middle and high school students in the AI era: experiential inquiry-based learning program “Green Infrastructure Project” turns the surrounding environment into a campus and launches!
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Professor Emeritus Shigenori Tanaka of Keio University and 株式会社AGRIKO developed the “Green Infrastructure Project,” an inquiry-based learning program for middle and high school students, and will begin implementing it at 東海大学菅生高等学校 and its junior high school in April 2026.
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Curriculum implementation began in April 2026
The fields of agriculture and regional revitalization will also be rolled out in stages from September onward
Using VR to make construction industry work more visible: “VR Construction Management Work Experience Program” developed for humanities students as well
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株式会社P・C・Gテクニカ has developed a “VR Construction Management Work Experience Program,” which is also open to humanities students, to secure young talent for the construction industry and address mismatches. It plans to roll out the program at recruitment events and elsewhere starting September 30, 2026.
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株式会社折兼 and the 折兼グループ it leads will hold “Orikane Group Fair 2026 FOODBIZ SUMMIT in Tokyo” at Tokyo International Forum on October 21 and 22, 2026. About 130 companies will exhibit products and services aimed at solving challenges in the food business.
Launch of a “Deal Matching Function” to centralize the distribution, solicitation and management of deal information and improve operational efficiency
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株式会社ハイウェイ has launched a new “Deal Matching Function” on its intercompany sales collaboration platform, Hiway, to streamline matching between project information from system engineering service (SES) companies and development resources.
アサヒテクノリサーチ responds to mandatory “personal exposure measurements” taking effect in October 2026
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株式会社アサヒテクノリサーチ has launched a comprehensive risk management solution in response to the mandatory personal exposure measurements taking effect in October 2026 and the addition of 78 substances. The solution combines measurements by qualified personnel with penetration-resistance testing of protective equipment.
【GOKAN PARLOIR】Savor the flavors of autumn with a parfait featuring fluffy Japanese chestnuts, pumpkin and pear, and French toast topped with hot baked apples and drizzled maple syrup. (2nd floor, South Building, グラングリーン大阪)
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GOKAN PARLOIR, operated by 株式会社五感ホールディングス, will hold its “Autumn Harvest Fair” from October 1, 2026, offering desserts and drinks made with autumn ingredients on the 2nd floor of the South Building at グラングリーン大阪.
The “Octa Nomad” series, designed for everyday use in fall and winter, goes on sale October 2, 2026 (Friday)
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株式会社スノーピーク will launch its fall/winter “Octa Nomad” series on October 2, 2026. In addition to a jacket, anorak and pants, the lineup adds a women’s parka, offering 4 items made with 帝人フロンティア’s “Octa®” material.
1 Hotel Tokyo to offer “La Belle Vie Afternoon Tea ~Festive Afternoon Tea~” for a limited time starting November 16, adding festive flair to its first holiday season
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1 Hotel Tokyo will offer “La Belle Vie Afternoon Tea,” a holiday-themed afternoon tea incorporating sustainable elements, for a limited time from November 16 to December 25, 2026.
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38th-floor restaurant “NiNi”
From Monday, Nov. 16, 2026
Available for a limited time through December 25 (Friday)
Operations aim to reuse 90% of waste
211 rooms in total
Weekdays: ¥8,000 per person
Weekends and public holidays: ¥9,000 per person
¥10,000 per person
Companies mentioned：1 Hotel Tokyo、MT&SHホテルマネジメント合同会社、カカオ・トレース、富士スピードウェイホテル、アンバウンド コレクション by Hyatt、Patisserie Damme、MICHELIN Key
【Program Report】Wish Vacation @ Kyoto Rurikei 2026: “Taking the First Step.”
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公益社団法人難病の子どもとその家族へ夢 held its free “Wish Vacation” program for children with intractable diseases and their families in September 2026 at ASOBIYUKU京都るり渓温泉, with 2 families taking part.
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Saturday, September 5 to Monday, 7, 2026
2 nights, 3 days
The 6th time it has been held
The 中岡 family (4 people) and the 竹村 family (4 people)
【三田製麺所】Autumn of niboshi, second installment! October’s “Rich Niboshi Chinese Noodles”
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つけ麺専門店 三田製麺所, operated by 株式会社エムピーキッチン, part of the SAKIGAKEホールディングス group, will sell “Rich Niboshi Chinese Noodles” for a limited time starting October 1, 2026.
【Honeys（ハニーズ）】A special red selected by Fumino Kimura to brighten autumn. Special page for collaboration knitwear now available on the official online shop
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Honeys, the women’s brand operated by 株式会社ハニーズホールディングス, has launched a red collared knit sweater at stores nationwide and on its official online shop as a color collaboration item with actor Fumino Kimura, and has published a special page.
“Yokosuka Wine Festival 2026” to be held in autumn-colored Verny Park! 4 days from October 9 (Friday) to 12 (Monday, public holiday)!
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The “Yokosuka Wine Festival 2026” will be held at Verny Park from October 9 to 12, 2026. Admission is free, but food and drinks are paid; starter kits and VIP seating are available.
October limited-edition goshuin: Distribution begins for designs featuring 蛇ヶ谷龍神 and 宮毘羅（くびら）大将【一畑山薬師寺】
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一畑山薬師寺 will begin distributing limited-edition foil-stamped goshuin, each priced at ¥500, from October 1, 2026. The designs of 蛇ヶ谷龍神 from the autumn grand festival and 宮毘羅大将 from the Twelve Divine Generals have been updated.
【SISI×Panasonic Beauty joint development】UNITE! (Yunaito), a “beautiful hair management*¹” brand blending a skincare-inspired approach with advanced hair science, is born.
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“UNITE! (Yunaito),” a “beautiful hair management” brand jointly developed by 株式会社SISI and Panasonic Beauty, has launched. Its first products—shampoo, conditioner and hair milk—will go on sale early starting in October 2026, followed by a general release in November of the same year.
≪Hong Kong rice noodle restaurant 譚仔三哥≫ Last year’s popular autumn limited-time menu returns! “Spicy Coconut Curry Rice Noodles” goes on sale October 1 (Thursday)
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譚仔三哥, a Hong Kong rice noodle restaurant operated by 株式会社譚仔日本, will start selling its autumn limited-time “Spicy Coconut Curry Rice Noodles” and “Citrus Rooibos Tea” on October 1, 2026. “Tom Yum Sour and Spicy Soup” has also been available for a limited time at 譚仔麻辣湯 since September 25.
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Price: 1,380 yen (tax included)
Price: ¥380 (tax included)
From Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
Starting Friday, September 25, 2026
More than 30 million customer visits annually
No. 1 market share among Asian noodle specialty restaurants (64.4%)
Taking Japan’s “cute paper goods” from Mino, Gifu Prefecture, to the world: 古川紙工, founded in 1835, steps up its overseas initiatives
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Founded in 1835, Furukawa Shiko is preparing its official online shop to accept overseas purchases of paper products such as Mino washi, and is running a limited-time 10% off campaign.
[2026 Survey on the Reality of Babies’ Head Shapes] Awareness of helmet therapy among parents reaches 74.8%, up 9.9 points from the previous year
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According to a 2026 survey conducted by 株式会社Berry, the share of parents who know about helmet therapy to correct babies’ head shapes rose 9.9 points from the previous year to 74.8%.
[Aichi-Nagoya 2026] Bring the excitement of the Asian Games close at hand! Featured items now available at official license shops inside competition venues
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Officially licensed merchandise, including T-shirts and cheering goods, is on sale at 52 official license shops inside competition venues for the 20th Asian Games (Aichi-Nagoya 2026).