ANAビジネスソリューション株式会社 will hold training program information sessions in Tokyo and Osaka in November 2026, introducing 3 programs on complaint handling, team building, and human error prevention.
Asian talent blossoms in Tokyo: Japanese finalist takes top honors at the inaugural Kiri® ASIA CONCOURS
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ベル ジャポン株式会社 announced that Japanese representative Mayuko Kaji won the gold prize at the inaugural international competition, “Kiri® ASIA CONCOURS 2026,” held on September 17, 2026.
Facts
Held on Thursday, September 17, 2026
Gathered from 4 countries: Japan, China, South Korea, and Thailand
Don’t let Eiken® be just about passing a test. J PREP head Jun Saito to hold an “English Learning Strategies” seminar for students in grades 5 through 1st year of high school
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J PREP株式会社, an English education provider, will hold a special seminar on developing practical English skills through Eiken®. It will explain learning steps aimed at reaching CEFR B2 and ways families can offer support at home. A community event is also planned ahead of the March 2027 opening of J PREP Motoyawata School, the first J PREP school in Chiba Prefecture.
Facts
Sep. 6, 2026 (Sun.)
Students from elementary school grade 5 through high school year 1, and their parents or guardians
CEFR B2 level
Equivalent to Eiken® Pre-1
Grades 3 and 4 in 6th grade
Pre-2 in 1st year of junior high school
Level 2 in 2nd and 3rd years of junior high school
Participation fee: Free
Date and time: September 6, 2026 (Sunday), 14:30–15:40
In Mar. 2027
Oct. 12
For children from age 2 through the 3rd year of high school
Kudan advances joint development with NEXCO East Japan Engineering; jointly exhibiting “PRISM e-Road,” a road maintenance support solution
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Kudan株式会社 will jointly exhibit “PRISM e-Road,” a road maintenance support solution under development with NEXCO East Japan Engineering, at Construction & Architecture DX EXPO 2026, taking place at Tokyo Big Sight from September 30 to October 2, 2026.
Facts
From September 30 (Wednesday) to October 2 (Friday), 2026
Relative accuracy of 5 mm demonstrated in field tests
株式会社インフィニットループ released “Miyamai Moka,” a voice synthesis software character developed by 株式会社AHS, on Steam on September 29, 2026, as new downloadable content for “Desktop Mate,” a desktop mascot platform compatible with Windows and Mac.
Bringing the nearly lost Wakasa Beer back to life: the first local beer in Fukui Prefecture. “NAGAHAMA AMBER ALE” launches as the first step in preserving its history
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長浜浪漫ビール株式会社 will brew a limited run of “NAGAHAMA AMBER ALE” and begin sales on October 20, 2026, as the first step in a revival project for Wakasa Beer, the first local beer in Fukui Prefecture, whose history was nearly cut short when its former producer went bankrupt in August 2025.
Facts
Available in limited quantities from Tuesday, October 20, 2026
長濱浪漫ビール marks its 30th anniversary in 2026
In August 2025, following the bankruptcy of the former manufacturer
Alcohol content: 5%
Net content: 350 ml
Best-before period: 180 days from the date of manufacture
Suggested retail price: ¥550 (before tax)
Companies mentioned：長浜浪漫ビール株式会社、長濱浪漫ビール、若狭シーサイドブルワリー、リカーマウンテン、Best Beer Japan
Selected from more than 8,000 recipes. A book bringing together confectionery recipes “for a lifetime” and knowledge of ingredients. 富澤商店’s new book goes on sale October 22
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株式会社富澤商店 will release a confectionery recipe book, selected from more than 8,000 recipes, on October 22, 2026. The price is ¥1,980 (tax included).
Photosynth revamps corporate website around its corporate vision: “Creating a society of freedom through autonomous physical spaces that do not depend on human labor.”
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株式会社Photosynth has revamped its corporate website around its corporate vision, “Creating a society of freedom through autonomous physical spaces that do not depend on human labor,” with the aim of addressing labor shortages associated with the declining birthrate and aging population. New pages, including “The World We Aspire to” and “Customer Stories,” showcase its efforts and achievements in realizing unmanned and labor-saving solutions using physical AI and IoT.
The winter-limited “Sparkle Night” collection arrives from “Magnetism Gel by ジェルミーワン”!
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株式会社コスメ・デ・ボーテ will launch the winter-limited “Sparkle Night” collection from Magnetism Gel by ジェルミーワン on its official online shop on October 21, 2026, with sales at stores to follow.
Facts
Oct. 21, 2026
７ colors in all
¥1,870 (tax included
10 ml
¥880 (tax included)
¥1,540 (tax included)
¥1,650 (including tax)
¥3,520 (tax included)
10 days
Companies mentioned：株式会社コスメ・デ・ボーテ、Cosmé de Beauté Ltd.、ジェルミーワン、ロフト、PLAZA
Café 1894, located at 三菱一号館美術館, will begin selling a limited menu inspired by the food culture of northern Italy and the world of the works, in conjunction with the Antonio Fontanesi exhibition.
Facts
Exhibition period: October 17, 2026 (Saturday)–January 24, 2027 (Sunday)
¥2,800 (tax included)
¥500 (tax included)
1,500 yen (tax included)
1,400 yen (tax included)
3,600 yen (tax included)
2,200 yen (tax included)
1,000 yen (tax included)
¥1,800 (tax included)
160th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Japan and Italy
[New product] Beautifully set the scene with light and fabric. The slim, internally illuminated fabric display [IC Fabric Changer Light] is now available!
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株式会社インターコスモス has launched the IC Fabric Changer Light, a slim, internally illuminated display combining fabric and backlighting. Its space-saving design is 30 mm thick and can be used to create settings at exhibitions, in stores and elsewhere.
Trade settlement proof-of-concept using “TradeWaltz®” to speed up trade transactions selected for support under the 金融庁’s “FinTech Proof-of-Concept Hub: Payment Modernization Project (PIP)”
AI voice reservation function added to the “eRESERvest” reservation management system
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HOUSEI株式会社 has added an “AI voice reservation function” to its “eRESERvest” reservation management system, allowing users to make reservations through conversations with AI.
[OKABE TETSURO (おかべてつろう)] Advance reservations now open exclusively online! A lightweight square shoulder bag for enjoying the charming world of cats. Designed for everything from city strolls to travel, it comes with a pouch featuring cat illustrations.
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株式会社ティ・ツウ・オー has opened advance reservations exclusively online at T2O ONLINE STORE for a lightweight square shoulder bag featuring cat illustrations by おかべてつろう.
The “Stories Woven with Animals” collaboration bundle featuring “Schrodinger’s Call” and “Back to the Dawn: Break the Animal Prison” is now on sale!
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株式会社集英社ゲームズ began selling the “Stories Woven with Animals” collaboration bundle featuring “Schrodinger’s Call” and “Back to the Dawn: Break the Animal Prison” on September 29, 2026.
Facts
Sept. 29 (Tue.), 2026
21 nanoseconds
On sale May 28, 2026
2,480 yen (tax included)
Companies mentioned：株式会社集英社ゲームズ、集英社ゲームズ、アクロバティックチリメンジャコ、Metal Head Games、Spiral Up Games、Nintendo、Valve Corporation
Embrace the bold mood of the 2000s. The Y2K-inspired “Hello Kitty by CASETiFY” collection arrives
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CASETiFY has teamed up with サンリオ to announce the “Hello Kitty by CASETiFY” collection, themed around a Y2K aesthetic. It will launch worldwide on September 29, 2026.
Facts
Launching worldwide on September 29, 2026 (Tuesday) from 12:00 Japan time
Smartphone cases: ¥6,383 (tax included) and up
Tech accessories: from 5,610 yen (tax included)
Having sold more than 20 million smartphone cases worldwide
“Phoenix Soaring Through the Heavens, God Cloth Ikki” arrives for a limited time in “Saint Seiya Galaxy Soldiers”! Saint Seiya 40th anniversary event underway!!
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株式会社ファイブクロス has launched an event in the smartphone RPG “Saint Seiya Galaxy Soldiers” featuring “God Cloth Ikki” for a limited time. To mark the Saint Seiya 40th anniversary, it is also holding login rewards, lucky purchases and events exclusive to the web shop.
Facts
[Saint Seiya 40th anniversary]
Cumulative circulation has exceeded 50 million copies
Kazuki Ohata of Sunao has been named the second host of “DENGEKI VAP★ON,” a radio program hosted by 株式会社バップ. The program begins airing on ラジオ日本 at 24:00 on Oct. 5.
【First collaboration with ローソン】2 new BRUNO-designed cold-weather accessories: “2WAY Color Cuff Gloves” and “Double-Face Scarf”!
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BRUNO株式会社 is collaborating with ローソン for the first time, launching 2 cold-weather accessories, the “BRUNO 2WAY Color Cuff Gloves” and “BRUNO Double-Face Scarf,” at ローソン stores nationwide starting Sept. 29, 2026.
“See how the team is doing without even asking.” bellSalesAI × Agentforce Coworker case study at Duskin's Corporate Sales Division released
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ベルフェイス株式会社 has released results following the introduction of bellSalesAI at Duskin's Corporate Sales Division, along with a trial case study of Agentforce Coworker. At Duskin, the number of sales opportunity records linked to Salesforce increased 2.5 times, while the recording rate has remained at 85–90%.
Facts
The number of sales opportunity records linked to Salesforce increased 2.5 times
The recording rate remains at 85–90% to this day
Sales record fields: broken down into 30 elements
Capital: 11.3 billion yen
Capital: 9,148 million yen (including capital reserves)
Second installment of “Slash Zero Lab,” bringing together companies that do not rely on food additives! Making “／0 (Slash Zero)” one of the choices for food: “Japanese Chestnut Kinton Mont Blanc” launches Oct. 10
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株式会社ユーハイム and Ishii Food will launch “Japanese Chestnut Kinton Mont Blanc,” made with Ishii Food's out-of-spec Japanese chestnuts, nationwide on Oct. 10, limited to 10,000 units, as the second installment of “／0 Lab,” a project that does not rely on food additives.
MEET YOUR ART FESTIVAL 2026 unveils full details of special program on brain health, presented with lead sponsor 日本イーライリリー
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The MEET YOUR ART FESTIVAL Executive Committee and 東京都 will hold MEET YOUR ART FESTIVAL 2026 in Tokyo's Tennozu area from Oct. 9 to 12, 2026. In collaboration with lead sponsor 日本イーライリリー, the festival will present a special program and talk sessions focused on brain health.
Author restores the last motorcycle of his life as he nears a milestone birthday! “Vintage Bike W1 COMPLETE FILE: Expanded and Revised Edition” goes on sale Monday, Sept. 28
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カルチュア・エンタテインメント株式会社's Nekopub division released “Vintage Bike W1 COMPLETE FILE: Expanded and Revised Edition,” featuring the restoration of and commentary on the カワサキ W1, on Sept. 28, 2026.
Ishii Food's autumn chestnut preparations: turning about 16t of chestnuts into something delicious over about 2 months, including those that do not meet product specifications
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Ishii Food will process about 16t of chestnuts that do not meet product specifications into Japanese chestnut paste and sell “Japanese Chestnut Kinton Mont Blanc,” co-developed with Juchheim, nationwide from Oct. 10, 2026, in a limited run of 10,000 units.
“My body shape has been changing lately…” For residents of Yasu, Shiga Prefecture: “Proportion-Making ダイアナ Yasu,” supporting your ideal self through body shape, diet and beauty, opens Saturday, Sept. 26
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株式会社Dリテールクリエイションズ opened “Proportion-Making ダイアナ Yasu” in Yasu, Shiga Prefecture, on Sept. 26, 2026.
サンクゼール to hold “SOBA THERAPY” for the first time, teaming up with a university student soba artisan
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株式会社サンクゼール will hold “SOBA THERAPY,” a hands-on wellness event centered on traditional craftsmanship, for the first time on Nov. 1, 2026, at the サンクゼール Winery main store, in collaboration with Asahi Maruyama, a “university student soba artisan” at 長野大学.
Second collection from THE RAMPAGE member RIKU's brand LIVREO | Accessories with rich luster and sparkle to brighten the holiday season
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The second holiday collection from LIVREO, the accessories brand produced by RIKU of THE RAMPAGE, will be available for presale starting Sept. 29, 2026. The collection includes necklaces, bracelets, earrings and rings featuring black pearls and onyx, and will be sold through the official online store.
Facts
Original2026年９月29日（火）12時00分より
SILVER925: 47,300 yen (tax included)
CASUAL (brass): 24,200 yen (tax included)
SILVER925: 26,400 yen (tax included)
CASUAL (brass): 15,400 yen (tax included)
SILVER925: 15,400 yen (tax included)
CASUAL (brass): 7,700 yen (tax included)
SILVER925: 29,700 yen (tax included)
CASUAL (brass): 11,000 yen (tax included)
Product prices: from 7,700 yen (tax included)
Customers who spend 15,000 yen (tax included) or more
【Event report】5 promising projects certified by Osaka City present their businesses! “Osaka Top Runner Development Program” certification ceremony and presentations held
A collaboration POP-UP SHOP between the Korean characters 「カムンとアント」 and the game Puyo Puyo will be held at Shinjuku Marui Main Building starting October 16, 2026.
A specialist exhibition showcasing the latest trends in social infrastructure, disaster preparedness and energy will be held in Hokkaido. October 7 (Wed.)–8 (Thu.), 2026, 10:00–16:00, at Access Sapporo in Sapporo, Hokkaido!
Building an organization that does not evaluate employees on “effort” alone — Designing performance and behavior evaluations based on job descriptions —
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セレクションアンドバリエーション株式会社 will hold a seminar on designing performance and behavior evaluations based on job descriptions on October 27, 2026.
Facts
Oct. 27, 2026
13:30〜14:00
A 2-part series
Supported transformation at more than 200 companies
“Life Support Festival” to be held at City Hall Ota on October 5: Supporting community safety through a memorial service for dolls and a disaster preparedness seminar
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株式会社ベルコ's Takamatsu branch, Sky Wedding太田代理店, will hold the “Life Support Festival” at City Hall Ota in Takamatsu, Kagawa Prefecture, on October 5, 2026, supporting community safety through a memorial service for dolls and a disaster preparedness seminar.
Freshly shucked “live” ark shell, hearty “raw” Pacific saury sushi—10 pieces—and crisp “live” sawagani crab! The limited-time “In-Season Autumn Flavors Fair” launches at all locations on October 1 (Thu.)
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The seafood restaurants さくら水産, 魚さま and 魚がイチバン, operated by 株式会社テラケン, will hold an autumn flavors fair starting October 1. The limited-time menu includes live ark shell delivered directly from Toyosu and a serving of 10 pieces of raw Pacific saury sushi.
[2026 Survey on Awareness of Language Learning Amid Yen Depreciation and Rising Overseas Prices] 84% of those who see obstacles to studying or working holidays abroad rate resort jobs as “a way to experience English and different cultures without going overseas”—the potential of a “domestic working holiday”
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According to an awareness survey conducted by 株式会社ダイブ, 84% of respondents who see yen depreciation and rising prices as obstacles to studying abroad rate resort jobs as “a way to experience English and different cultures without going overseas.”
A theme cafe for the anime My Hero Academia is coming to Tokyo, Osaka, Aichi and Hokkaido! “My Hero Academia Cafe — WE ARE HERO HOLICS —” opens for a limited time!
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株式会社エルティーアール will open a My Hero Academia anime theme cafe for a limited time in Tokyo, Aichi, Osaka and Hokkaido starting in October 2026.
Facts
The comics series has surpassed 100 million copies in worldwide circulation
A blind guide overturns his tragic fate! The Eyes of God Licht: The Strongest Blind Avenger begins serialization on LINEマンガ, Reader Store and other platforms on September 29, 2026 (Tue.)!
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株式会社ソニー・ミュージックエンタテインメント and 株式会社KMS（SYNAPSE HEART） began distributing the new webtoon The Eyes of God Licht: The Strongest Blind Avenger on LINEマンガ, Reader Store and other platforms on September 29, 2026.
Facts
Sept. 29, 2026
(C)2026
Companies mentioned：株式会社ソニー・ミュージックエンタテインメント、株式会社KMS、SYNAPSE HEART、Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc.、LINEマンガ、Reader Store
A new series of KINOKOS, the self-standing plush figure series based on the TV anime Blue Lock, goes on sale at the Anique Shop on October 2 (Fri.)!
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Anique株式会社 will launch a new series of KINOKOS, the self-standing plush figure series based on the TV anime Blue Lock, at the official online store Anique Shop starting October 2. It also plans to exhibit at the domestic event アニメイトガールズフェスティバル (AGF), scheduled for autumn 2026, and a major anime festival in Taiwan.
The Japan Frescoball Association announces that チャカランド will serve as official ambassador for 「JBG®須磨2026 RYOGEISYAフレスコボールチャンピオンシップ-WEST-」, taking place October 24 and 25.
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一般社団法人日本フレスコボール協会 announced that 「チャカランド」, a Reiwa-era pop group from Okinawa, will serve as official ambassador for 「JBG®須磨2026 RYOGEISYAフレスコボールチャンピオンシップ-WEST-」, taking place October 24 and 25.
Facts
October 24 and 25
FY2026
September
12 million total video views across social media
30,000 people in attendance in the surrounding area
Tech house superstar MAU P, a global sensation, makes his long-awaited return after about 2 years!
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Amsterdam-born DJ/producer MAU P will perform in Japan for the first time in about 2 years at ZEROTOKYO in Tokyo on December 12, 2026.
Facts
An astonishing total of more than 200 million plays
Streaming plays have reached nearly 262 million
In 2025
In 2026 as well
Released “Just A Little Bit More” in September
2026.12.12 (Sat.) MAU P
Doors open 11PM
FASTPASS TICKET: ¥6,000-
PRIORITY TICKET: ¥8,000-
Drew more than 25,000 fans
Sold out more than 40,000 tickets
Companies mentioned：株式会社TSTエンタテイメント、ZEROTOKYO、Forbes、Billboard、Beatport、Pacha Ibiza、XS Las Vegas、Coachella、Ultra Music Festival、EDC、Lollapalooza、ZAIKO、RA、Instagram、X、TikTok、LINE、Resident Advisor
“For EC Businesses Looking to Start Selling Overseas: Overcome the ‘It Seems Difficult’ Barrier! A Cross-Border EC Startup Seminar from the Ground Up” to be held on October 13, 2026!
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マーケティングアソシエーション株式会社 will hold a free web seminar for beginners in cross-border e-commerce on October 13, 2026.
New episodes of the series 新・旅猫ロマン, which follows cats encountered by chance on trips, from shop cats to strays, will receive their first broadcast in Japan on 旅チャンネル starting Saturday, October 17! The previous series 旅猫ロマン will also air on アニマルプラネット.
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ディスカバリー・ジャパン will air new episodes of the travel series 新・旅猫ロマン, which follows cats, for the first time in Japan on 旅チャンネル starting October 17. The previous series 旅猫ロマン will also air on アニマルプラネット starting October 23.
日本水中ドローン協会 to exhibit at the “Ocean Digital Society Pavilion” at CEATEC 2026, showcasing the international STEM education program “SeaPerch”
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一般社団法人日本水中ドローン協会 will exhibit at the “Ocean Digital Society Pavilion” at CEATEC 2026, to be held at Makuhari Messe in October 2026, and display a working model of “SeaPerch,” an international STEM education program run by RoboNation.
Recruiting participants for “やまなし恋フェス in 八ヶ岳” — the first in a series of hands-on matchmaking events held in 6 regions across the prefecture
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山梨県 will hold “やまなし恋フェス in 八ヶ岳,” a hands-on matchmaking event in the Yatsugatake-Kiyosato area on October 18, 令和8年, to provide opportunities to meet for young people seeking marriage, and is recruiting single men and women in their 20s and 30s.
Formulated with 2 active ingredients! A new 4-in-1 medicated moisturizing balm lotion that penetrates*¹ to soften and hydrate skin goes on sale October 6, 2026.
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株式会社スタイリングライフ・ホールディングス BCLカンパニー will launch a new 4-in-1 medicated moisturizing balm lotion formulated with 2 active ingredients from its skincare brand 乾燥さん on October 6, 2026.
An “adults-only hidden sushi retreat” opens in Roppongi: 六本木 鮨 十天 opens October 1, offering an omakase menu of 20 items starting at an unbeatable 9,900 yen including tax
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The sushi restaurant 六本木 鮨 十天, operated by 株式会社ビリオンフーズ, is scheduled to open in Roppongi on October 1, 2026. It ran a crowdfunding campaign on Makuake and reached 1 million yen in pledges on its first day. Omakase courses of 20 items are available starting at 9,900 yen including tax.
Facts
A sushi restaurant will quietly open its doors in October 2026
Just a 30-second walk from Roppongi Station
On the 4th floor of Trinity Building
An OMAKASE course of around 20 items
The sushi rice is seasoned with red vinegar aged for 10 years
Outdoor sauna prices cut by 700 yen, with web reservations now available — 南道後温泉ていれぎの湯
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南道後温泉ていれぎの湯 will cut the adult admission price for its outdoor saunas (tent sauna and Helsinki wooden sauna) by 700 yen in October 2026, to 1,500 yen. It will also begin accepting web reservations for the saunas and oxygen room.
This time, join everyone to tackle a “new mystery” deep underground! 『A Game About Digging A Hole Together』 set for release in the second half of this year!
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松竹ゲームズ and rokaplay announced that 『A Game About Digging A Hole Together』, developed by Mipumi Games, will be released in the second half of 2026. Following the success of the previous game, the sequel adds multiplayer for up to 4 players and new features, and will be available for PC and major consoles.
楽待’s official theme song, “楽待ソング,” now available on karaoke and streaming services!
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楽待株式会社’s official theme song, “楽待ソング,” became available on streaming services including Apple Music and Spotify on September 17, 2026, and on JOYSOUND karaoke machines nationwide starting September 25.
Additional investment in RegCell, Inc., which is developing an epigenetic reprogramming platform for regulatory T cells (Treg) targeting autoimmune diseases
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A fund managed by グローバル・ブレイン made an additional investment in RegCell, Inc., which is developing a Treg epigenetic reprogramming platform for autoimmune diseases.
Facts
¥5 billion in total assets under management
Operating period: 10 years
In 2025, it received its first grant from AMED（日本医療研究開発機構） toward clinical development for autoimmune liver disease, and
The 2nd premium interview celebrating the 45th anniversary of the classic RPG “Wizardry”! A special interview with ベニー松山, author of 『小説ウィザードリィ 隣り合わせの灰と青春』, has been published!
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株式会社ドリコム has published a special interview with author ベニー松山 to mark the 45th anniversary of the RPG series “Wizardry.”
47＋α prefectural personified characters, familiar from 「うちのトコでは」, face off in a werewolf game! 『47都道府県人狼バトル』 Volume 1 goes on sale October 1!
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株式会社竹書房 will release Volume 1 of the manga 『47都道府県人狼バトル』 on October 1, 2026. It is written by もぐら and supervised by 高田健志. The list price is 1,705 yen (tax included).
Seminar announcement: How to measure brand awareness in the AI era — data-driven insights into changing awareness and decision-making
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株式会社アスマーク will hold a free seminar on “Brand Awareness Research in the AI Era” on October 14, 2026. The seminar will explain how the spread of generative AI is changing consumer awareness and decision-making, and present concrete survey questionnaire proposals based on original research data.
菊地亜美-produced “MAMARIAL fes. 2026（ママリアルフェス）” unveils its star-studded guest lineup! Guests will share candid parenting conversations and reveal sides of themselves as parents rarely seen in public!
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株式会社レプロエンタテインメント has announced 4 guests for “MAMARIAL fes. 2026,” a family event produced by 菊地亜美. The event will be held in Omotesando, Tokyo, on November 28 and 29, 2026, with free admission.
The 5th edition of “Karaku-ri no Mori,” an exhibition featuring a variety of installations inspired by the mechanisms of mechanical watches, will be held in fall 2026.
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セイコーウオッチ株式会社 will hold the 5th edition of “Karaku-ri no Mori,” an installation exhibition inspired by the mechanisms of mechanical watches, from Oct. 30 to Nov. 23, 2026.
エルソニック株式会社’s “サンキューマート” will release limited-edition collaboration goods to mark the 30th anniversary of “Tamagotchi,” which debuted in 1996. All 31 items cost 390 yen (429 yen including tax). Advance reservations open on the official online shop on Sept. 30, and sales at stores begin in late October.
[Admission gift announced!] Celebrating its 40th anniversary! “The Breakfast Club” in 4K will screen nationwide from Friday, Oct. 16! A limited-edition Filmarks 80’s “Movie Log Card” will be given to moviegoers.
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As part of “Filmarks 80’s,” a revival screening project organized by Filmarks, the 4K version of director John Hughes’ film “The Breakfast Club” will screen for 2 weeks at 51 theaters nationwide from Oct. 16. Moviegoers will receive the limited-edition “Movie Log Card” as a gift.
Companies mentioned：Filmarks、株式会社つみき、UNIVERSAL CITY STUDIOS, INC.、イオンシネマ、MOVIX、109シネマズ、キネカ大森、新宿ピカデリー、WHITE CINE QUINTO、Stranger、小田原コロナシネマワールド、CineYama、ミッドランドスクエア シネマ、伏見ミリオン座、なんばパークスシネマ、kino cinéma神戸国際、塚口サンサン劇場、洲本オリオン、元町映画館、KBCシネマ、小倉コロナシネマワールド、シアター・シエマ、熊本ピカデリー、宮崎キネマ館、桜坂劇場、札幌シネマフロンティア、AL☆VEシアター、鶴岡まちなかキネマ、MOVIE ON やまがた、MOVIXつくば、MOVIX宇都宮、イオンシネマ太田、MOVIXさいたま、MOVIX川口、イオンシネマ浦和美園、イオンシネマ春日部、OttO、キネマ旬報シアター、MOVIX亀有、MOVIX昭島、イオンシネマ板橋、イオンシネマ港北ニュータウン、109シネマズ川崎、イオンシネマ金沢、イオンシネマ須坂、静岡シ・ギャラリー、ミッドランドシネマ名古屋空港、イオンシネマ名古屋茶屋、イオンシネマ岡崎、イオンシネマ常滑、MOVIX京都、イオンシネマ京都桂川、出町座、MOVIX八尾、MOVIX周南、イオンシネマ福岡
An era in which only companies with talent and services that can be optimized will win — AI孔明 on IDX announces a “talent allocation optimization OS”
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AIデータ株式会社 has begun offering “AI HRPro on IDX,” built on “AI孔明 on IDX” for the talent and services industries, aiming to improve competitiveness as an OS for optimizing talent allocation.
Facts
Established: April 2015
Capital: 100 million yen
Capital reserve of 1.525 billion yen
For more than 20 years
More than 10,000 companies
More than 1 million customers
No. 1 in sales volume for 17 consecutive years
Companies mentioned：AIデータ株式会社、AI孔明 on IDX、AI HRPro on IDX、Tokkyo.Ai、防衛省、BCNアワード
株式会社タイトー will release “Taito Kuji Baki-Dou,” a new product themed around the anime “Baki-Dou,” starting Oct. 24, 2026. The A Prize lineup includes a bust of Yujiro Hanma.
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Goes on sale in stages from Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026
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30 people will be selected by lottery to receive the WH Prize color version of the world’s strongest bust.
200 people will be selected by lottery to receive the “A Prize: World’s Strongest Bust.”
Acer: Ultimate power and beyond. Two 16-inch gaming laptops, “Predator Helios Neo 16 AI,” go on sale Sept. 29
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日本エイサー will release 2 models of the 16-inch gaming laptop “Predator Helios Neo 16 AI” starting Sept. 29, 2026. The models feature Core Ultra 9 and RTX 50 Series GPUs, with enhanced AI features and cooling performance.
[Reprinted soon after reservations opened!] Keeping a diary or life log in a planner is booming. “Hibi no Ohoshisama,” the new book by rising essayist Yuka Nakamae, is also a talked-about book born from a 5-year planner!
[More than 6 million copies sold across the author’s books] Yukari Ishii’s astrology books go on sale all at once on Tuesday, Sept. 29! The paperback “Hoshiori: Horoscope for 2027” (for 12 zodiac signs) and the planner “Hoshi Diary 2027”
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株式会社幻冬舎コミックス will release Yukari Ishii’s annual horoscope paperback “Hoshiori: Horoscope for 2027” and planner “Hoshi Diary 2027” on Sept. 29, 2026.
株式会社ストライプインターナショナル will publish a fall “statement pieces” feature on its official online store, STRIPE CLUB, starting Sept. 29, 2026. It showcases items such as fur vests, outerwear and knitwear that transform the look of an outfit.
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Sept. 29, 2026
￥5,490
￥9,900
￥4,950
￥8,800
￥6,490
￥19,800
￥2,990
￥5,990
￥16,500
￥6,600
￥2,490
￥10,890
￥4,990
￥2,090
Companies mentioned：株式会社ストライプインターナショナル、STRIPE CLUB
The long-selling “2027 Cooking Household Accounts Book,” which you can fill out like a diary, is now on sale.
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株式会社ワン・パブリッシング released the long-selling “2027 Diary and Cooking Household Accounts Book,” which you can fill out like a diary, on Sept. 29, 2026. The list price is 1,200 yen (tax included). It features 309 recipes by Masayo Waki and Yuko Ihara, a receipt pocket and a flower calendar.
Lauren Iroas of にじさんじ to appear on ニコニコ livestream program 「VTuberと観る！映画実況シリーズ」! Live commentary on the high-octane crime action film 『タイム・トゥ・ラン』 on November 10 (Tuesday)
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Lauren Iroas of にじさんじ will appear on a livestream commentary of the film 『タイム・トゥ・ラン』 on ニコニコ生放送, operated by 株式会社ドワンゴ.
Saturdays NYC to launch its second collaboration with PUMA GOLF, 「PUMA GOLF × Saturdays NYC」, on October 2 (Friday)
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Saturdays NYC will release a limited-edition second collaboration with PUMA GOLF, 「PUMA GOLF × Saturdays NYC」, starting October 2. The collection features leopard-print shoes based on the CLYDE GOLF, along with apparel.
What to watch for in the game against 滋賀レイクス: October 19 (Monday) @ 沖縄サントリーアリーナ
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A preview and game information for the home game against 滋賀レイクス, to be held at 沖縄サントリーアリーナ on October 19. The article also discusses how to counter Shiga’s fast-paced basketball and new presentations on the VISION floor.
株式会社マネーフォワード announced that 13 companies in the クレスコグループ, an IT services provider, will adopt 「マネーフォワード クラウドリース会計」 and 「マネーフォワード クラウド契約」. The services will support the review of contracts and lease identification work required under the new lease accounting standards, as well as strengthen group governance.
[梅田 蔦屋書店] Give a book for a birthday. 「バースデー文庫」 returns starting October 1 (Thursday)
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梅田蔦屋書店 will hold its 「バースデー文庫」 fair from October 1 to November 15, 2026. It will sell paperback books by notable people born on each of the 366 calendar dates, with special covers, and will collaborate with 株式会社cocoloni to include QR codes for birthday fortunes.
GARRACK unveils a smartwatch and an acrylic stand featuring traditional crafts from the film 『超かぐや姫！』. Three models each featuring Kaguya, Sakayori Iroha, and Tsukimi Yachiyo will open for preorder on October 2 (Friday) and go on sale October 23 (Friday).
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株式会社ウエニ貿易 will release a smartwatch and acrylic stands based on the film 『超かぐや姫！』 through its character collaboration brand GARRACK. Preorders open October 2, with the products scheduled to go on sale October 23.
In conjunction with the 2nd 「ハッピーえほん大賞」: Applications open for the 2026 program in collaboration with 日本マクドナルド株式会社, which will offer 「ほんのハッピーセット」 through 「SPARKE」, an inquiry-based learning library for elementary and junior high schools
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株式会社小学館集英社プロダクション and 株式会社COMPASS have begun offering the 2026 version of 「やってみよう！キミのステキなえほんづくり！」, a picture-book creation program in collaboration with 日本マクドナルド株式会社, through 「SPARKE」, an inquiry-based learning library for elementary and junior high schools, and have opened applications.
[奥湯河原温泉 海石榴] On sale: a special gourmet plan to savor seasonal winter delicacies — winter luxury featuring monkfish hot pot and rice cooked with crab, kué grouper and salmon roe
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奥湯河原温泉「海石榴 つばき」, operated by 野口リゾートマネジメント株式会社, will offer a winter-only special gourmet plan from December 1, 2026, to February 28, 2027. The upgraded menu features monkfish hot pot and rice cooked with crab, kué grouper and salmon roe. Reservations through the official website come with member discounts, points, and a choice of transportation or a voucher for use at the property.
Support for the life that comes after building or renovating a home: a 「暮らしギフトキャンペーン（NSGグループ創立50周年記念）」 offering ¥500,000 worth of furniture, appliances, interior goods and more to choose from
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株式会社アンドクリエイト, part of NSGグループ, will mark its 50th anniversary in November 2026 with a campaign starting October 1, 2026, for customers who sign contracts for new homes or renovations in Niigata Prefecture. The campaign offers a 「暮らしギフト」 worth ¥500,000 in furniture, appliances, interior goods and more.
[ホテルメトロポリタン] — A supreme taste crafted by masters of Western, Japanese and Chinese cuisine — 「Hotel Special Osechi Cuisine to Welcome 2027」
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ホテルメトロポリタン (日本ホテル株式会社) has opened reservations for its 「ホテル特製おせち料理」 for New Year 2027. Customers can choose from 3 varieties: Western cuisine, Japanese cuisine 「花むさし」, and Chinese cuisine 「桂林」. Sizes range from 一段 to 三段. Delivery is also available to Tokyo and three neighboring prefectures.
Miho Watanabe × Masahiro Sunada × Rina Asakawa × Masashi Ikeda star in the drama “The Lies We Told,” premiering soon! ◆ Additional cast members Gaku Sano, Jinai Akutsu, and Erina Mabuchi revealed! Theme song by MELONii, the “Reiwa-era Y2K diva,” announced!
[Izunagaoka Onsen 三養荘] A winter retreat to savor with all five senses: limited-time “Winter Kotatsu Kaiseki” served using the restored moon-viewing platform
“SONIC the Exhibition -ACROSS GENERATIONS-,” an exhibition celebrating Sonic, who has raced through the ages at supersonic speed with more freedom than anyone, opens at 池袋PARCO on Friday, October 9!
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“SONIC the Exhibition -ACROSS GENERATIONS-,” an exhibition marking the Sonic series' 35th anniversary, will open at 池袋PARCO on October 9, 2026. The exhibition will feature the history of the games, development materials, new artworks by contemporary artists, and original merchandise.
福岡PARCO, currently running its final-year “Hey!PARCO” campaign, named title sponsor of “TACHINOMIST 11”!
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福岡PARCO has been named title main sponsor of the standing-bar event “TACHINOMIST 11,” produced by 株式会社Thinkingfor, and will roll out initiatives encouraging visitors to explore the area in partnership with its final-year “Hey!PARCO” campaign.
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A total of 8万5千 people
A record 113 participating stores
At least ¥2,000 (tax included) per person
For a single transaction totaling ¥3,000 (tax included)
The October issue of monthly magazine “Tobu! Pia” features Tom Cruise in both an illustration and a live-action photo on its cover! Packed with film features, from “New Trends in Hollywood Cinema” to the Tokyo International Film Festival × “Godzilla-0.0,” “The Moon on a Rainy Night,” and “mentor”!
Chef Yudai Sasaki takes MVP! “Putting diners first, above all” wins high praise!! Report on the “NEXT TABLE Vol.3” dining presentation event
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A report on “NEXT TABLE Vol.3,” a dining presentation event jointly held by 株式会社Chef’s value and the culinary community “nocs.” Chef Yudai Sasaki was named MVP, and 16 participants showcased the challenges taken on by young chefs.
DMM.com paper accepted for a workshop at RecSys 2026, a leading conference in recommender systems
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A paper by Tomoya Terai of 合同会社DMM.com has been accepted for a workshop held in conjunction with RecSys 2026, an international conference in the field of recommender systems.
GMO TECH to help small and medium-sized businesses and small-scale operators attract customers to their stores at a seminar hosted by 大阪商工会議所
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GMO TECH will speak at the “Store Customer Acquisition in the Age of AI Search: Seminar and Consultation Session,” to be held at 大阪商工会議所 on December 17, 2026, offering support to small and medium-sized businesses and small-scale operators seeking to attract customers using Google Maps.
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Thursday, Dec. 17, 2026
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5 winners announced for the “Kodansha Media Awards 2026”!
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Kodansha announced the 5 winning projects, 6 finalists, and 1 NEW MEDIA CHALLENGE project for the “Kodansha Media Awards 2026,” and launched a special website for the “Kodansha Media Conference 2026,” to be held on October 30.
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5 winning projects
6 finalist projects
1 NEW MEDIA CHALLENGE project
Announced Tuesday, September 29
Held Friday, October 30
Kodansha Media Awards 2026
Companies mentioned：株式会社講談社、アディダス ジャパン株式会社、サッポロビール株式会社、はるやま商事株式会社、三井不動産株式会社、TOYO TIRE株式会社、株式会社サイバー‧バズ、株式会社エービーシー‧マート、ユニバーサル ミュージック合同会社、日本ロレアル株式会社、プーマジャパン株式会社、株式会社伊勢半、株式会社宣伝会議、CHOCOLATE Inc.、Droga5 Tokyo、Accenture Song、株式会社電通、FOX UNION Inc.、株式会社サニーサイドアップ
At Home, in the Driver’s Seat! The Mook “Strongest Vehicles Heroes, November-December Issue” Is Here with the Deluxe “Ultimate Steering Wheel” and “107-Minute DVD” Bonuses☆
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株式会社Gakken, a subsidiary of 株式会社学研ホールディングス, will release “Strongest Vehicles Heroes, November-December Issue” on October 1, 2026. The magazine comes with deluxe bonuses, including the “Drive Anywhere! Ultimate Steering Wheel” and a DVD featuring 107 minutes of content, and offers vehicle-themed content featuring Doctor Yellow and police vehicles.
Facts
On Thursday, October 1, 2026
107 minutes of content
4 clicky buttons in total
Around 50 types featured
Special price: 1,694 yen
Specifications: A4 / 54 pages
Capital: 50 million yen
Sales of 199.1 billion yen for the fiscal year ended September 2025
Includes an original serial-code bonus! The must-have art book “Muv-Luv Girls Garden,” bringing together all the characters from Part 1 and the MGs, is set for release on November 26
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株式会社KADOKAWA Game Linkage announced that it will publish “Muv-Luv Girls Garden Official Visual Collection,” an art book for the latest installment in the ADV game “Muv-Luv” series, on November 26, 2026. The price is 4,950 yen.
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Over 1 million copies sold across the series
Thursday, Nov. 26, 2026
List price: 4,950 yen
Specifications: A4 format, 304 pages
Companies mentioned：株式会社KADOKAWA Game Linkage、株式会社KADOKAWA、EXNOA LLC