Uncover the “real nature” of tedious work and even draft a consultation. Ten-en adds the “Work Worry Detective” feature
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Ten-en has added the “Work Worry Detective” feature to address IT challenges faced by small and medium-sized businesses. The feature identifies the nature of tedious work and drafts a consultation, and is available free of charge and anonymously.
Facts
Small and medium-sized businesses with 20 or fewer employees
All 44 municipalities in Ibaraki Prefecture and 82 local delicacies go head-to-head for pride! “Shin Ibaraki Meshi General Election 2026” to be held
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The “Shin Ibaraki Meshi General Election 2026,” featuring 82 local delicacies from all 44 municipalities in Ibaraki Prefecture, will be held Oct. 10–12 at the Ibaraki Prefectural Sannomaru Government Building. The previous event drew approximately 64,000 attendees in total. This time, 82 delicacies have entered the contest: 40 general dishes and 42 sweets. Leading entries have been announced as an interim result of advance voting. Nasu Nakani-shi, Kintaro., and the special judges, including 3ji no Heroine, will appear on stage.
Learn about money and experience working! “Kawashin Kids Work Experience Event with 川崎ブレイブサンダース” to be held
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川崎信用金庫 will hold the “Kawashin Kids Work Experience Event with 川崎ブレイブサンダース” on Oct. 10, 2026, offering financial and economic education and work experience for students in grades 4–6.
“Kawashin Child-Rearing Support Initiative” — Inviting families to watch local professional sports
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川崎信用金庫 will launch the “Kawashin Child-Rearing Support Initiative,” donating tickets to professional sports games featuring 川崎ブレイブサンダース and 川崎フロンターレ to single-parent families living in Kawasaki City through the Kawasaki City Council of Welfare for Mother-and-Child and Widowed Families, and will hold a donation ceremony.
NUS, a leading university in Asia, unveils an AI platform that automatically connects university research with business opportunities worldwide
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NUS Enterprise, the commercialization arm of the National University of Singapore (NUS), has changed its name to “NUSX” and unveiled “Nova,” an AI platform that connects research with business opportunities. It also announced plans to establish new hubs in Munich and Shanghai, as well as a partnership with UnternehmerTUM.
Value Advisors becomes first to adopt Bluemo Securities’ asset management platform for IFAs
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株式会社バリューアドバイザーズ will be the first to adopt Bluemo Securities’ asset management platform for IFAs, beginning Oct. 1, 2026, and will start making recommendations to clients.
Sinc × Sustainable Lab enter into a business partnership
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株式会社Sinc and サステナブル・ラボ株式会社 have entered into a business partnership to provide integrated support for analyzing non-financial data, including ESG and human capital, designing management narratives, and producing disclosure materials.
Facts
SSBJ（サステナビリティ基準委員会） in March 2025
Following the amendment to 内閣府 regulations in February 2026
Application of the standards will begin with the fiscal year ending March 2027 for Prime Market-listed companies with a market capitalization of ¥3 trillion or more
Prime Market-listed companies with a market capitalization of ¥3 trillion or more
A new section titled “Sustainability Policies and Initiatives” has been included in annual securities reports since the fiscal year ended March 2023
More than 1,000 Japanese companies are said to publish integrated reports, which are voluntary disclosures
Equivalent to approximately 30% of listed companies
TERRAST covers approximately 5,000 listed companies
The sustainability of location-sharing apps in the wake of Zenly’s shutdown: Why iシェアリング has lasted more than 15 years
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Following Zenly’s shutdown, the location-sharing app “iシェアリング,” provided by iSharing Soft, has been available for more than 15 years since 2010. Its freemium model and evolving technology platform have enabled sustained use.
Facts
A GPS location-sharing app that has lasted more than 15 years
Bringing food encounters together to create new businesses: “FOOD JAPAN SUMMIT 2026 in MIYAZAKI” to be held Nov. 17 and 18
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The Food Japan Summit Executive Committee, including 株式会社グラブデザイン, will hold “FOOD JAPAN SUMMIT 2026 in MIYAZAKI” at 宮崎観光ホテル on Nov. 17 and 18, 2026. The summit will focus on co-creating businesses around food, with 38 speakers and a diverse group of participants. It will also feature one-on-one business meetings and fieldwork in the Kirishima area.
About half of Tokyo car owners who know about the increase in EV subsidies say revisions to the national CEV subsidy and Tokyo’s ZEV subsidy have increased their interest in EVs!
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According to a survey conducted by 株式会社CUBE-LINX, about half of car owners in Tokyo who know about the increase in EV subsidies said that revisions to the national CEV subsidy and Tokyo’s ZEV subsidy had heightened their interest in EVs. Meanwhile, with concerns about charging infrastructure still remaining, hybrid vehicles (HV) were the most frequently cited option for their next car.
Responding to phased feature restrictions in the classic SharePoint Online UI, company to offer “SharePoint Classic Page Modernization Support Service”
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アドバンスド・ソリューション株式会社 will offer the “SharePoint Classic Page Modernization Support Service” to address feature restrictions affecting the classic UI of Microsoft SharePoint Online.
広島市立広島市民病院 and 株式会社OPERe enter comprehensive partnership on “patient communication DX”
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広島市立広島市民病院 and 株式会社OPERe have entered a comprehensive partnership using the patient communication DX system “ポケさぽ,” expanding its applications into home healthcare, including enterostomy care and self-injection instruction.
BASC announces details of its exhibits and stage events at “CEATEC 2026”
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一般社団法人電池サプライチェーン協議会 (BASC) will exhibit one of the largest booths at “CEATEC 2026,” held at Makuhari Messe from October 13 to 16, 2026. With the participation of 58 companies that make up the battery storage supply chain, it will present an overview of the battery ecosystem. It will also hold 3 stage events on topics including collaboration among governments, regions and industry, and the future of lithium-ion batteries.
Facts
58 companies making up the battery storage supply chain
The user device tool for the zero-trust connectivity service “KeygatewayC1” now supports macOS
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かもめエンジニアリング announced that “アクセスゲート,” the user device tool for its zero-trust connectivity service “KeygatewayC1,” now supports macOS. This enables consistent access control regardless of operating system in environments combining Windows and macOS, supporting the move away from VPNs and toward zero trust.
TORRAS launches 2 products simultaneously: “PackGo Cube,” a safe, minimalist-design power bank featuring a semi-solid-state battery, and “Ostand Q3 レザートーン 自然シリーズ,” with a natural texture
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楽創未来株式会社’s brand “TORRAS” will simultaneously launch “PackGo Cube,” a mobile battery featuring a semi-solid-state battery, and “Ostand Q3 レザートーン 自然シリーズ,” a smartphone case made with organic silicone.
A campaign to stimulate demand for tourism within 北海道 among residents and promote travel within the region
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公益社団法人北海道観光機構 and 北海道 will hold the “HOKKAIDO COLLECTION RALLY” from September 30, 2026. Participants can visit 100 tourist destinations across the region and collect digital stamps. Participation is free, and prizes are available.
Believe Japan steps up efforts to revitalize its domestic music catalog
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Believe Japan will step up efforts using its proprietary expertise to support the revitalization of domestic music catalogs with incomplete metadata. In September 2026, Yoshihiro “yOSy” Kawasaki will join the initiative, advancing the “Timeless Tracks Project.” Special measures are planned by March 2027, and the “Believe カタログ戦略ワークショップ” is scheduled to be held from October 2026 onward.
Notice of joint research agreement with NDFEB, led by neodymium magnet inventor Masato Sagawa, and Mr. Sagawa’s appointment as an outside technical adviser to the company
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サカタインクス has signed a joint research agreement with NDFEB, headed by Masato Sagawa, the inventor of the neodymium magnet, and appointed Mr. Sagawa as an outside technical adviser.
ウインテスト signs basic supply and transaction agreement with major domestic manufacturer for “PURE-KALIS,” an air conditioner outdoor unit cooling system using purified water and nanobubble mist
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ウインテスト株式会社 has signed a basic supply and transaction agreement with a major domestic manufacturer for “PURE-KALIS,” an air conditioner outdoor unit cooling system using purified water and nanobubble mist that it co-developed with タムネットワーク株式会社.
Nagano Prefecture’s Takamori Town adopts the post-payment hometown tax donation service “あとふるⓇ”
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Takamori Town in Nagano Prefecture has adopted 株式会社電算’s “あとふるⓇ” and will begin full-scale operation of the post-payment hometown tax donation service, which puts local spending at its core.
Facts
Donations received totaled approximately 440 million yen in 2024
MINJU of K-pop girl group “ILLIT” appointed brand ambassador. “Glint” relaunches idol-worthy highlighter and blush
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Korean cosmetics brand “Glint by VDIVOV” has appointed MINJU of K-pop group ILLIT as its brand ambassador for 2026. It is also relaunching its Highlighter EX and Soft Fit Cheek, which will be available for advance sale at ロフト and ハンズ.
Facts
In 2026
Volume: 4.5 g
Price: 2,530 yen (tax included)
Available in 3 colors
Volume: 4.8 g
Price: 2,310 yen (tax included)
From Saturday, October 10, 2026
From Saturday, October 24, 2026
Companies mentioned：銀座ステファニー化粧品株式会社、Glint by VDIVOV、グリント・バイ・ビディボブ、LG生活健康、ILLIT、ロフト、ハンズ、Qoo10
The final “Taiwan Festival” of the year opens in Kitakyushu! Taiwan’s attractions come together, including a “Lantern Road” illuminated by more than 1,000 lanterns
[Taking place Oct. 28] Why don’t organizations’ desire to “make a change” and the workplace’s “changing” connect? Exploring how each person’s “half-step” can change a team through the experience of an airline and a design company
More than 70% of executives in the motor transport industry said their companies still lack systems to accept foreign drivers, even though more than 1 year has passed since “motor transport” was added to the Specified Skilled Worker program!
Snoopy and friends dressed as delivery workers are adorable! Postal service-exclusive “Snoopy” goods arrive!
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The post office will launch 5 types of limited-edition merchandise featuring characters such as Snoopy. Sales will begin on Sept. 30, 2026, at approximately 6,000 post offices nationwide and through its online shop.
Facts
5 products in total
Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026
Approximately 6,000 post offices nationwide
Price: 1,300 yen (tax included)
Price: ¥990 (including tax)
Price: 850 yen (tax included)
Price: 750 yen (tax included)
Price: 2,400 yen (tax included)
ソニーグループ holds 80%
The family of Charles M. Schulz holds 20%
Companies mentioned：株式会社レッグス、株式会社レッグス エンターテインメント部、株式会社郵便局物販サービス、Peanuts Worldwide、ソニーグループ、Apple TV
Launch of the inverted emission microscope “iPHEMOS®-DDX” for failure analysis of advanced semiconductor packages
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Hamamatsu Photonics has launched the inverted emission microscope “iPHEMOS-DDX” for failure analysis of 2.5D/3D packages for AI chiplets and HBM. It integrates 7 analysis methods and supports direct tester docking. Orders will be accepted starting Sept. 29, 2026.
Cooperates in producing テレビ朝日’s “Kamen Rider Mice”
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株式会社小野測器 cooperated in producing episode 4 of the テレビ朝日 tokusatsu drama “Kamen Rider Mice,” broadcast on Sept. 27, 2026. The company lent equipment such as an impulse hammer and a laser Doppler vibrometer, and provided technical supervision on the scientific details depicted in the show.
Facts
September 27, 2026
Mass: 4.8 g
More than 10 times that of previous models
Companies mentioned：株式会社小野測器、東映株式会社、石森プロ、テレビ朝日、ADK EM
株式会社renue has been named an OpenAI Select Partner. The company provides business process redesign, AI agent development and support for in-house implementation to a range of industries, including finance and securities and general trading companies. Representative Director Yusuke Yamamoto emphasized the importance of bringing AI to the workplace.
Facts
株式会社renue has been named an OpenAI Select Partner.
The OpenAI Partner Network is a global program that enables partners to build, sell and deliver AI solutions together with OpenAI.
renue works with Japanese companies on-site to redesign business processes, develop AI agents in-house and support in-house implementation.
renue provides support to companies in a range of industries, including finance and securities, general trading, manufacturing, construction and civil engineering, and investment funds.
renue was founded in March 2021.
Yusuke Yamamoto is the representative director of renue.
日立 develops technology to strengthen Japanese-language logical reasoning capabilities in generative AI, supporting the organization of grounds for decisions
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日立 developed technology to strengthen the Japanese-language logical reasoning capabilities of generative AI. Training that combined a proprietary logical puzzle dataset with English training data improved the system’s ability to help organize the grounds for decisions. The technology won the Best Paper Award from the Association for Natural Language Processing and took first place in the “FT-LLM 2026” competition. The company plans to conduct demonstrations in the finance, public sector, and electric power and energy fields.
From HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO in Kyoto to Hakone: HOTEL THE MITSUI celebrates its 6th anniversary with an event weaving together “the beauty of Japan”
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HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO will mark its 6th anniversary on Nov. 3, 2026, and hold a commemorative event ahead of the opening of its new hotel in Hakone. Plans include a brunch and dinner themed around the Fifty-three Stations of the Tōkaidō, a Noh performance, and a special dinner prepared by the head chefs of both hotels.
Facts
6th anniversary of opening
Will mark its 6th anniversary on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026, a national holiday
Originalブランチブッフェ 1名様 9,800円
Original子ども（6歳～10歳）1名様 5,000円
Originalディナーパーティー 1名様 19,000円
Original1名様 37,950円
Capacity: first 40 people
Existed for more than 250 years
160 rooms
Companies mentioned：三井不動産リゾートマネジメント株式会社、HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO、FORNI（フォルニ）、HOTEL THE MITSUI HAKONE、三渓(さんけい)、都季 TOKI、リッツ・パリ、エスパドン、ヨコハマ グランド インターコンチネンタル ホテル、センチュリーハイアット東京、ザ・リッツ・カールトン東京、ザ・ウィンザーホテル洞爺、ANA、ドメーヌ・ギィ・シャルルマーニュ、公益財団法人日本デザイン振興協会
カドー lists simultaneously on 3 markets in Tokyo, Fukuoka and Sapporo. From a “company that designs comfortable air” to a “company that designs people’s condition.”
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Original株式会社カドーは2026年9月25日、東京証券取引所TOKYO PRO Market、福岡証券取引所Fukuoka PRO Market、札幌証券取引所Sapporo PRO Frontier Marketの3市場へ同時に上場した。
Sustainable Lab and Sinc sign business partnership agreement
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サステナブル・ラボ株式会社 and Sinc株式会社 have signed a business partnership agreement integrating non-financial data analysis and visualization with integrated report production. The companies plan to offer 3 joint services, including support for compliance with SSBJ standards and AI readability assessments, and provide support to listed companies and regional businesses.
Imabari City joins the B&G財団 disaster prevention network connecting 100 municipalities nationwide. Disaster preparedness hub to be developed with 49 million yen in support [Imabari City, Ehime Prefecture]
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Imabari City, Ehime Prefecture, will join the disaster prevention network program of 公益財団法人B&G財団 and receive up to 49 million yen in support to develop a disaster preparedness hub and train personnel.
The new “マイルドライン” series, containing the active ingredients niacinamide, tranexamic acid and heparinoid, is scheduled for release this fall from “ダーマエイド,” a brand making headlines as Japan’s first*.
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pdc Co., Ltd. announced that it plans to release “マイルドライン,” a new series containing niacinamide, tranexamic acid and heparinoid, this fall under its skincare brand “ダーマエイド.”
[Joint survey by 3 companies] Is the limit of patience “3 minutes”? The reality of “provoked customer harassment” triggered by the systems used at corporate phone support desks, and the potential for prevention through AI
51.8% of customer service workers said, “Issues such as phone wait times... triggered customers’ anger”
55.8% said, “By the time I answered the phone, the customer was already emotional”
The most common answer among consumers was “3 minutes” (33.8%)
The most common answer among frontline staff was also “3 minutes” (34.8%)
65.0% of consumers said they had held back from saying what they wanted to say because they felt they did not want to be seen as a difficult customer or as engaging in customer harassment
55.9% of consumers expect AI responses to curb emotional behavior
49.5% of customer service workers expect AI to reduce psychological stress
The amended Act on Comprehensive Promotion of Labor Policies takes effect on October 1, 2026
[Japan’s first (*1)] Triple care for HbA1c, fasting blood glucose and post-meal blood glucose! Notice of acceptance of the filing for functional food “アラプラス 糖ダウンEX”
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SBIアラプロモ株式会社 announced that the Consumer Affairs Agency has accepted its filing for the functional food “アラプラス 糖ダウンEX.” Containing 5-ALA, the product delivers triple care targeting 3 indicators: HbA1c, fasting blood glucose and post-meal blood glucose. It is scheduled for release in winter 2026.
Uber, 加賀市, 加賀市観光交流機構 and 日本郵便 join forces to bridge the digital divide in transportation, launching support for Japan’s first “public rideshare dispatch at post offices”
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Starting October 7, 2026, Uber Japan will work with Kaga City in Ishikawa Prefecture, 加賀市観光交流機構 and 日本郵便 to support dispatch for the “Kaga City Rideshare” public rideshare service at all 15 post offices in Kaga City. Using dedicated tablets and “Uber Central,” the service will allow older people and others to book rides and pay in cash without using a smartphone.
Kabaya Foods will release the new candy toys “ほねほねザウルスアドベンチャー” and “ほねほねザウルスワールド,” linked to the children’s book series “ほねほねザウルス,” which has sold more than 3.2 million copies, on October 6, 2026.
The first 2-flavor assortment from “タフグミ” features peach flavors! “タフグミ ピーチラッシュ”
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Kabaya Foods will launch “タフグミ ピーチラッシュ,” the first 2-flavor peach assortment from the “タフグミ” brand, at ドン・キホーテ and ユニー ahead of its wider release starting October 6.
Facts
¥10 billion
3rd consecutive year
October 6
100g
¥246
Companies mentioned：カバヤ食品株式会社、ドン・キホーテ、ユニー、インテージ SRI
Regional revitalization producer さとゆめ launches full-scale recruitment and training support to help regional revitalization cooperation volunteers “put down roots and thrive”
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株式会社さとゆめ is launching full-scale, end-to-end recruitment and training support for regional revitalization cooperation volunteers, from recruitment through the end of their terms, and will begin online information sessions on October 8.
Facts
A total of 1,187 municipalities are working with regional revitalization cooperation volunteers
4 regions: Shiwa Town, Iwate Prefecture; Sakuragawa City, Ibaraki Prefecture; Fukuroi City, Shizuoka Prefecture; and Hokuei Town, Tottori Prefecture
Support for recruitment across 4 regions and 8 roles
The online information session “さとゆめミートアップ,” connecting regions and jobs, will also begin on October 8
[Nishio City × 内閣府] Earthquake and tsunami disaster prevention drill to put tsunami evacuation into practice in 3 stages: “Think, Evacuate, Reflect”
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Nishio City and 内閣府 will conduct an earthquake and tsunami disaster prevention drill in the Yoshida district as a model, with 3 stages: “Think, Evacuate, Reflect.” A preparatory workshop will be held on October 4, an evacuation drill on November 6, and a follow-up workshop on November 8.
Facts
The number of deaths is estimated at approximately 1,300
Approximately 1/3 of the city area will be flooded by the tsunami
環境省’s resource circulation portal site “CIRCULAR ECONOMY SHIFT” produced by 新東通信
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“CIRCULAR DESIGN STUDIO.,” the circular economy specialist team at 株式会社新東通信, handled planning, design and production of 環境省’s circular economy portal site “CIRCULAR ECONOMY SHIFT.”
Healthcare startup “おいしい健康” launches “Individual Nutrition Counseling Program,” a patient support and treatment continuation solution for pharmaceutical companies
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Healthcare startup 株式会社おいしい健康 has launched its “Individual Nutrition Counseling Program,” a patient support solution for pharmaceutical companies. Through LINE and email, registered dietitians address concerns about meals and support patients in continuing treatment.
[OKABE TETSURO (おかべてつろう)] Advance reservations now open exclusively online! An adorable, softly rounded mini Boston bag for adults with 2-way styling. Lightweight water-repellent material and a cat pouch make it ideal for autumn outings and travel
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株式会社ティ・ツウ・オー has opened online-exclusive advance reservations at T2O ONLINE STORE for a new 2-way mini Boston bag designed by おかべてつろう. It is made from lightweight water-repellent nylon and comes with a cat pouch.
Future Shop adds support for creating email newsletter copy and images with generative AI
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株式会社フューチャーショップ will begin offering a paid option for AI-assisted creation of email copy and images on September 30, 2026, through future Scenario Cast, the CRM feature of its SaaS-based e-commerce platform futureshop.
Facts
Available from Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Applications will be accepted from Tuesday, September 29
第一セラモ to demonstrate metal and ceramic 3D printing in Osaka!
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第一セラモ, a group company of 第一工業製薬, will exhibit at the 29th Manufacturing World Osaka: Mechanical Components & Technology Expo, held at INTEX Osaka from October 7 to 9, 2026. The company will showcase filament for metal and ceramic 3D printing and conduct live demonstrations.
ＮＸワンビシアーカイブズ to hold tour of storage facility in the Kansai region
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株式会社ＮＸワンビシアーカイブズ will hold tours of its storage facility in Shiga Prefecture, in the Kansai region, for the life sciences industry in November and December 2026.
Hibiki 21-Year-Old design bottle, Flowers, Birds, Wind and Moon, arrives: a limited-run draw with 466 entries and a chance to win rare whiskies. Reservations open September 29
Bike-sharing service Charichari to expand into the Imajuku-Susenji and Zasshonokuma-Kasuga areas in October 2026
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チャリチャリ株式会社 will expand the service area of its bike-sharing service Charichari to the Imajuku-Susenji and Zasshonokuma-Kasuga areas on October 1, 2026. It will also launch a pilot project with 九州大学 around the Ito Campus and establish new bike ports.
Facts
Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
New ports to be established at 20 locations on the Ito Campus grounds
ハイアール ジャパン セールス株式会社 announced the launch of A.M.U., its first high-end series for Japan, and the release of 2 refrigerator-freezers featuring an industry-first bottom cooling system and 1 DUO drum washer-dryer.
Facts
496L refrigerator-freezer JR-LFX50A
508L refrigerator-freezer JR-LF51A
Starting Oct. 15, 2026
Summer 2027 (planned)
A dual-drum design with 10kg×2 washing and drying capacity
Joint survey by 3 companies: Is the limit of patience 3 minutes? The reality of “triggered customer harassment” caused by corporate phone support systems and how AI can help address it
55.8% said, “By the time I answered the phone, the customer was already emotional”
The most common answer among consumers was “3 minutes” (33.8%)
The most common answer among frontline staff was also “3 minutes” (34.8%)
65.0% of consumers said they had held back from saying what they wanted to say because they felt they did not want to be seen as a difficult customer or as engaging in customer harassment
On the service-provider side, 56.1% also said they felt that some customers appeared to be holding back what they wanted to say
Development of KIBLO (provisional name), a relocatable and reusable wooden modular building: circular construction for businesses that shortens construction schedules and addresses labor shortages
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住友林業 has developed KIBLO (provisional name), a relocatable and reusable wooden modular building. It will be used as an approximately 180㎡ back-office building at the Sumitomo Forestry pavilion at the 2027 International Horticultural Expo and is scheduled to be relocated after the event. The project aims to shorten construction schedules and address labor shortages, with product sales set to begin in 2027 or later.
CData Connect AI adopted for ベル・データ's generative AI integration service for IBM i users, Generative AI Integration Service for i
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CData Software Japan announced that its CData Connect AI has been adopted for a major upgrade to ベル・データ's Generative AI Integration Service for i, an AI service for IBM i. The update will enable AI to work across a range of data sources, including kintone and Salesforce, in addition to IBM i.
Facts
More than 350 types of enterprise systems
Since its launch in 2024
Established: July 1991
Companies mentioned：CData Software Japan 合同会社、CData、ベル・データ株式会社、ベル・データ、Microsoft、QNAP
Donation recipients and amounts determined for relief contributions for the “Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake”
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アフラック生命保険株式会社 has decided to donate relief funds to 日本赤十字社 and the National Federation of Corporate Associations to support those affected by the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake.
A WEB video tracing the time spent by Kaito, played by Ryusei Yokohama, and Akimi, played by Suzu Hirose, through Cheki prints is now available. Collaboration promotion between instax™ “Cheki” and the film “You, Like a Star” begins!
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Fujifilm has launched a collaboration promotion with the film “You, Like a Star” and instax™ “Cheki.” A WEB video will be released on September 29, and a photo exhibition will be held at FUJIFILM SQUARE in Tokyo Midtown starting October 9.
Facts
Release date: October 9, 2026
WEB video to be released starting September 29
15 years of days
The series has surpassed 1.8 million copies in cumulative sales
積水化学グループ will exhibit at BioJapan 2026, held at Pacifico Yokohama from October 7 to 9, 2026, showcasing its cell culture scaffold material Ceglu™ and life science-related products and services from its companies.
[Joint survey by 3 companies] Is the limit of patience “3 minutes”? The reality of “provoked customer harassment” caused by corporate phone support systems, and how AI can help resolve it
55.8% said, “By the time I answered the phone, the customer was already emotional”
The most common answer among consumers was “3 minutes” (33.8%)
The most common answer among frontline staff was also “3 minutes” (34.8%)
65.0% of consumers said they had held back from saying what they wanted to say because they felt they did not want to be seen as a difficult customer or as engaging in customer harassment
WAP strengthens “HUE ArielAirOne Business Platform,” transforming it into an integrated platform centered on AI agents
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株式会社ワークスアプリケーションズ announced that it will strengthen its low-code development and business platform for large enterprises, “HUE ArielAirOne Business Platform,” into an integrated AI agent platform, with its in-house developed AI agent “AquaAgent” at its core, and roll it out in earnest.
Marking the service’s 10th anniversary, infographic “Our WealthNavi in Numbers” released
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To mark the 10th anniversary of its service, ウェルスナビ株式会社 has released the infographic “Our WealthNavi in Numbers.” It is positioned as Japan’s No. 1 robo-advisor by assets under management and number of users, and also introduces its fees and features.
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10th anniversary of the service
Around 50 countries worldwide
12,000 stocks
Up to 1% annually
1.1%, including tax
The portion of assets under management exceeding 30 million yen
[サンフロンティアホテルズ] In collaboration with 株式会社りらいぶ, offering “Relive Rooms” at 4 hotels nationwide, where guests can prepare for the next day with functional wear
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サンフロンティアホテルマネジメント株式会社, in collaboration with 株式会社りらいぶ, will offer the limited-time accommodation plan “Support Your Sleep! Relive Room,” which includes rentals of functional wear such as “Relive Pajamas,” at 4 hotels nationwide from October 1, 2026, through March 31, 2027.
Notice of a lucky draw event for “International Menstrual Day” on Sunday, October 18, 2026 / From “empathy” to “action.” “SHIBUYA109＃PERIOD_ACTION” offers self-care cards to help make worries feel a little lighter
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株式会社SHIBUYA109エンタテイメント will hold the lucky draw event “SHIBUYA109＃PERIOD_ACTION” at SHIBUYA109 Shibuya on October 18, 2026, in conjunction with “International Menstrual Day.” The event is sponsored by 花王株式会社’s brand ロリエ, and participants will receive self-care cards and samples of femcare products.
rom&nd celebrates its 10th brand-launch anniversary with 3 new shades of “The Juicy Lasting Tint” as a gift for a “dear best friend”
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Korean cosmetics brand rom&nd will release 3 new shades of its lip tint “The Juicy Lasting Tint” in a limited quantity on October 10, 2026, as part of its “Dear Bestie” project, celebrating the 10th anniversary of its brand launch in September 2026.
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10th anniversary of the brand launch
Marked the 10th anniversary of its brand launch in September 2026
ネスレ日本 will launch its “Adult Health Plan” series on October 1, 2026, to ease the burden of maintaining healthy habits, offering an approach to the emerging consumer challenge of “health fatigue.”
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On sale Thursday, October 1, 2026
Suggested retail price (tax included): 375 yen
Suggested retail price (tax included): 2,997 yen
A survey conducted among 1,000 men and women in their 20s to 60s nationwide
Bring back the excitement of those days! “55-and-Over Only! Jewel Illumination Enjoyment 55 (Go Go) Package” now on sale
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よみうりランド will sell the “55-and-Over Only! Jewel Illumination Enjoyment 55 (Go Go) Package” through its official online store, offering people aged 55 and over discounted admission to Jewel Illumination.
Salon-quality, natural-looking brows with just 1 product! A 2-way eyebrow tool with an ultra-fine 0.01 mm liquid liner and powder launches 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 2-way eyebrow product featuring an ultra-fine liquid liner and powder on October 6, 2026, from its eye makeup series Browlash EX.
Illustrator neco's “N/DOLL” brought to life at 1/2 scale
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Prime 1 Studio Inc. has brought “N/DOLL” from illustrator neco's “Flower Imitation.” series to life at 1/2 scale, and began accepting pre-orders on September 29. The release is scheduled for February to May 2028.
To mark the launch of the new “Adult Beauty Lotion,” the long-selling “Beauty Lotion” series will appear for a limited time at 21 @cosme STORE locations nationwide
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Meishoku Cosmetics Co., Ltd. will open a special corner for a limited time at 21 @cosme STORE locations nationwide from September 30 to October 13, 2026, to mark the launch of “Meishoku Adult Beauty Lotion,” a new addition to its acne-care “Beauty Lotion” series.
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Launch begins on Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Available for a limited time starting Wednesday, September 30, 2026
[下関春帆楼日本橋髙島屋店] “40th Anniversary Event” underway through the end of October in appreciation of customers' longstanding support
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下関春帆楼日本橋髙島屋店 will hold an anniversary event through the end of October to mark its 40th anniversary in October 2026. Special offerings include a fugu tasting set available for dine-in only and a 40% off takeout coupon for LINE official account friends.
株式会社レオパレス21 has published its “Integrated Report 2026” on its corporate website. The English version is scheduled to be published at the end of October 2026.
For everyone who loves the world of shinobi! Celebrate the characters' birthdays in Shinobizato! Introducing the characters being celebrated in October at the “Shinobizato Character Birthday Event”! Aim to collect them all!
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A limited-time event celebrating the birthdays of Naruto Uzumaki and Orochimaru will be held from October 1 at the NARUTO & BORUTO Shinobizato attraction at the Nijigen no Mori anime park in Hyogo Prefectural Awaji Island Park.
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Adults (ages 12 and up) / from ¥3,300
Children (ages 5 through sixth grade) / from ¥1,800
JR package plans newly added to “Akai Fusen Select,” a web travel product that lets you freely choose local sightseeing options! Sales begin for 59 plans nationwide
Mister Donut opens its first shop in China's East China region at Global Harbor (環球港)
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上海美天甜品牌管理有限公司, which has a master franchise agreement with 株式会社ダスキン, opened the first Mister Donut shop in China's East China region, the “Mister Donut Global Harbor Shop,” at Global Harbor (環球港) in Putuo District, Shanghai, on September 28, 2026. It sold approximately 6,700 items on opening day, with long lines forming. The company aims to open a total of 30 shops by the end of December 2029.
[箱根小涌園ユネッサン] Campaign for “Kawasaki Holiday and Study” and “Kawasaki Residents' Discount—Just Because!” on Tuesday, October 13! An incredible deal: admission is just ¥1,000 on October 13!
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箱根小涌園ユネッサン will run an admission discount campaign exclusively for Kawasaki residents from October 13 (Tue) to 19 (Mon), 2026, in conjunction with “Kawasaki Holiday and Study.” On October 13, special prices will be ¥1,000 for adults and ¥500 for children, and a “Tsukimi Bath” will also be available during the campaign.
Inline inspection system for the “varioPRINT iX3200/2100” on display at Customer Experience Center Tokyo
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Canon Production Printing Systems will permanently display an inline inspection system for the “varioPRINT iX3200/2100” at Customer Experience Center Tokyo, promoting automation of the inspection process and improved productivity in data printing services.
“CR Garo XX” arrives at the online game center 『GAPOLI』!
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The online game center 『GAPOLI』, operated by 株式会社サミーネットワークス, will begin distributing 株式会社サンセイアールアンドディ’s “CR Garo XX” on September 29, 2026. The service has surpassed 1 million cumulative users, and events and featured gacha draws are also underway.
【HIROFU】A new “DATES” color reminiscent of date palms arrives for the lightweight staple “CESTA” bag
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“DATES,” a new color reminiscent of date palms, will go on sale September 30 in the “CESTA” staple series from “HIROFU,” the women’s bag brand developed by 株式会社ヒロフ, part of the ワールドグループ.
【ウェスティン都ホテル京都】Winter begins in Kyoto. Enjoy the “Kyoto Winter Feast Buffet” from November 1 at Rakū, overlooking Higashiyama, with lingering memories of autumn leaves
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ウェスティン都ホテル京都 will hold the “Kyoto Winter Feast Buffet” from November 1, serving approximately 40 dishes made with seasonal ingredients from Kyoto.