AI News 180m Report｜2026-09-30 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 10 of 14https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 1205 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 126 items from 6 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en SSFF & ASIA announces lineup and ticket sales for its 2026 Autumn International Short Film Festival! More than 50 works, including Grand Prix winners in contention for the next Academy Awards; horror and thriller showcases, a women directors’ program, and a market experience from a buyer’s perspectivehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112776https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112776Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe lineup and ticket sales have been announced for “SSFF & ASIA 2026 Autumn,” one of Asia’s largest international short film festivals, recognized by the Academy Awards in the United States. The program will feature Grand Prix winners and more than 50 works in contention for Academy Awards, as well as horror and thriller and women directors’ showcases, a program on the use of generative AI, and market screenings for buyers. Haru’s cover illustration features in the November 2026 issue of ihr HertZ, on sale today, 9/30!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112775https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112775Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe November 2026 issue of ihr HertZ goes on sale September 30, featuring a cover illustration by Haru. It includes a stellar lineup, interviews and special features. 第74回三ヶ峯祭、10月17日（土）・18日（日）の2日間で開催https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112774https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112774Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES学校法人栗本学園が運営する名古屋商科大学の学園祭「第74回三ヶ峯祭」が、2026年10月17日と18日の2日間で開催される。テーマは「共鳴」。野外ステージや模擬店、各種企画が行われ、チケット販売中のSUPER LIVEも予定されている。 Hacobu announces logistics AI platform “Hacobu X,” aiming to become a logistics AI infrastructure company that optimizes transportationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112773https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112773Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Hacobu announced its logistics AI platform “Hacobu X” and said it is evolving into a logistics AI infrastructure company that optimizes transportation. The company aims to optimize logistics as a whole through the MOVO series and systems integration. 【Earth NASA Backpack®】Free catalog requests now open for students entering school in the 2028 academic yearhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112772https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112772Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESCHIKYU株式会社 has begun accepting free requests for a catalog featuring its latest backpack series for students entering school in the 2028 academic year. 住友不動産、ホテル・商業施設などグループ19サイトの多言語運用プラットフォームとして WOVN を採択https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112771https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112771Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESWovn Technologies株式会社の多言語化AIソリューション「WOVN.io」が、住友不動産グループのホテル・商業施設など19サイトの多言語運用プラットフォームとして採用された。 Inaba Pet Food launches “CIAO Kaoritatsu,” a new canned food for cats!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112770https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112770Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESInaba Pet Food has launched “CIAO Kaoritatsu,” a new series of canned food for cats comprising 3 products. The concept is that the aroma rises as soon as the can is opened, thanks to 7 types of dashi ingredients. Tiger Corporation to exhibit for the first time at “Regenerative Medicine JAPAN.” The company will showcase its vacuum-insulated Cell Pod medical specimen transport container, supporting the last mile of regenerative medicine cell transporthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112769https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112769Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTiger Corporation will make its first appearance at “Regenerative Medicine JAPAN,” to be held in October 2026, exhibiting the vacuum-insulated Cell Pod medical specimen transport container it co-developed with 株式会社Gaudi Clinical. 【Survey of 200 international visitors to Japan in Shinjuku and Kabukicho on attitudes toward “Wagyu”】Findings show they look for “quality” and a “dining experience” in Wagyuhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112768https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112768Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社TSTエンタテイメント surveyed 208 international visitors to Japan about Wagyu. A total of 72.1% said they would consider trying it, and the image of Wagyu as “the highest-quality branded beef” was found to be firmly established. Steak was the most anticipated dish, while “meat quality and grade” was the top consideration when choosing a restaurant. More than half said they used Google Maps to learn about Wagyu. Dress up and explore the Aoi district! “葵マチアージュ2026” to be held Saturday, October 31https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112767https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112767Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Aoi District Area Management Council will hold “葵マチアージュ2026,” a community event featuring a costumed tour, puzzle-solving and hands-on activities, on October 31, 2026. 【事例紹介】地方美容クリニックの「エリア×施術」キーワード対策で自然検索流入が約2倍に。Leap beauty clinic様へのSEO支援事例を公開｜株式会社LANYhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112766https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112766Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社LANYは、Leap beauty clinicへのSEO支援事例を公開。エリア×施術キーワード対策により、自然検索流入が約2倍に増加し、主要キーワードの順位も改善した。 [YSL BEAUTY] First installment of the 2026 holiday collection. A limited-edition collection inspired by “Sparkling Cherry” arrives, featuring popular Couture Mini Clutch, Gloss Plumper and blush products!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112765https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112765Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES日本ロレアル株式会社 announced the first installment of YSL BEAUTY’s 2026 holiday collection, featuring limited-edition items under the “YSL HOLIDAY PRIVATE PARTY” theme. The collection includes Couture Mini Clutch, Loveshine Gloss Plumper, Make Me Blush powder and an advent calendar, all themed around Sparkling Cherry. They will be available nationwide in limited quantities starting in late October. Craif to exhibit at the Cabinet Office startup booth and speak at a seminar at “BioJapan 2026”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112764https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112764Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESBiotech AI startup Craif株式会社 will exhibit at the Cabinet Office startup booth at “BioJapan 2026,” held at Pacifico Yokohama from October 7 to 9, 2026. On October 9, COO Miga Mizunuma will speak at a seminar. Fall seasonal treats arriving one after another at Fujiya’s specialty doughnut shop: new autumn items from “Peko-chan milky doughnuts”! A collaboration with “Minions” and Halloween products are also cominghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112763https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112763Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFujiya’s specialty doughnut shop “Peko-chan milky doughnuts” will release seasonal products in October 2026, including a collaboration with Minions and Halloween-themed items. Enjoy the flavors of autumn in Fukushima over 2 days at the “Seafood Sanma Festival at Roadside Station Fukushima”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112762https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112762Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社スペースワン, commissioned by 東京電力ホールディングス株式会社, will hold the “Seafood Sanma Festival at Roadside Station Fukushima.” The event will feature stalls and food trucks serving Fukushima-grown ingredients, limited sales of Pacific saury, local cooking experiences, a mini stage and more. 和歌山県紀の川市、紀陽銀行、バイウィルが「紀の川市における環境価値を活用した地域脱炭素化の取組に関する連携協定」を締結https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112761https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112761Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES和歌山県紀の川市、紀陽銀行、バイウィルは、環境価値を活用した地域脱炭素化に向けた連携協定を締結し、J-クレジットの創出・流通や新たなビジネスモデルの構築に取り組む。 少数株ドットコム’s Yutaka Yamanaka discusses the 2026 Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences [Selection Committee ④]: Peter Fredriksson, a labor economist who reexamined “education and immigration” using administrative datahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112760https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112760Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES少数株ドットコム株式会社 will hold a special webinar in early October 2026 featuring Peter Fredriksson, a member of the 2026 Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences selection committee. Representative Yutaka Yamanaka will explain Fredriksson’s research in labor and education economics using administrative data, as well as his role in the selection process. [Technology Trends Report] Can AI support hairdressers’ “experience and intuition”? A survey of domestic patent trends in beauty × AI — MyTokkyo.Aihttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112759https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112759Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESリーガルテック株式会社 used the patent research platform “MyTokkyo.Ai” to examine AI technologies and domestic patent trends in the beauty and hair salon industry. The findings identified applications related to hairstyle recommendations and hair and scalp analysis, while the field of digitizing hairdressers’ experience and skills remained limited. ZenGroup launches “Cross-Border E-Commerce Journal,” a media outlet dedicated to cross-border e-commercehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112758https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112758Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESZenGroup株式会社は2026年9月、越境EC専門メディア「越境ECジャーナル」を開設した。同社は直近1年間の購買データ184万件をもとに「越境ECで売れる日本の商材TOP100」を公開し、実務担当者の課題解決や日本企業の海外展開支援を目指す。 Rapper RITO, born in Nagoya and raised in Katsushika, with roots in Japan and the Philippines, to release new single “ROUTE318” on September 30. A powerful track imbued with downtown spirit, marking Route 318 as “his own road”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112757https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112757Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESRapper RITO will release new single “ROUTE318” on September 30, 2026. The producer is K LARK a.k.a. KOTA. RITO also performed the track at Masato Hayashi’s live after-party and plans to release an album before the end of the year. “Child-Rearing DX” expands its “Maternal Health Checkup Service” in Kitakyushu, Fukuoka Prefecture!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112756https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112756Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES母子モ株式会社 has expanded the “Maternal Health Checkup Service” within “Child-Rearing DX” for Kitakyushu, Fukuoka Prefecture, and began digitizing postpartum checkup subsidy vouchers and medical questionnaires on October 1. Diva supports board DX at NOK株式会社https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112755https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112755Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ディーバ announced that NOK株式会社 has adopted its board DX system, “TRINITY BOARD.” “There’s a world’s-cutest cat for every cat that’s cared for”: Tanka essay collection ‘I Still Want to Stay in a House with a Cat’ to go on sale September 30https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112754https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112754Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES辰巳出版より、仁尾智の短歌エッセイ集『猫のいる家にまだいたい』が2026年9月30日に発売される。特装版にはダイカットシールが付属し、東京・三軒茶屋の「キャッツミャウブックス」で原画展が開催される。 HERALBONY、リーバイス®とのパートナーシップにより作家3名のアートをまとうカスタマイズデニムが誕生https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112753https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112753Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESHERALBONYはリーバイス®と初パートナーシップを組み、作家3名のアートを用いたカスタマイズデニムを2026年10月に京都で開催されるポップアップイベントで展開する。 MAXWIN releases carrot-shaped cushion pillow “K-SC3-C,” which simply attaches to a seat belt to reduce neck strain when children doze offhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112752https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112752Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESCar accessories brand MAXWIN, operated by 昌騰有限会社, has released “K-SC3-C,” a carrot-shaped cushion pillow that attaches to a seat belt to reduce neck strain when children doze off. 【ココモーラ】Associate Professor Hideaki Sakawa of Nagoya City University joins the securities section!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112751https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112751Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESココモーラ has strengthened its review framework for the securities section, with Associate Professor Hideaki Sakawa of Nagoya City University joining as a new reviewer. In an interview, Associate Professor Sakawa explained investment decisions based on financial information. 【October 30】Seminar for businesses! <Hiring processes to prevent mismatches / Systems to increase applications from seniors> Businesses and organizations invited to participate!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112750https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112750Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES北九州市が主催する企業向けセミナー「人的資本経営セミナー」の参加者を募集している。10月30日に開催され、採用プロセスの最適化やシニア層の積極採用、65歳超雇用推進助成金などのノウハウを提供する。 【Goal achieved】#Breakthrough — Reclaiming the top division by a landslide, and building a Kyoto University we can always be proud of for its strength: project concludes after reaching its goalhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112749https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112749Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESスポチュニティ株式会社 announced that the crowdfunding project “#Breakthrough” by 京都大学女子ラクロス部 has concluded after reaching its target of 2,420,500 yen (484.1% of the goal). The funds are expected to go toward external coaching costs and tournament participation fees. New sportswear from “TIGORA by BEAMS DESIGN”; new label “BEAMS DESIGN RUNNING FORCES” also launches. Functional apparel to bring comfort to fall sports activitieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112748https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112748Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アルペン has released the 2026 AUTUMN collection from its sportswear brand “TIGORA by BEAMS DESIGN” and added the new label “BEAMS DESIGN RUNNING FORCES” to its running category. 10周年を迎えた県立広島大学大学院経営管理研究科（HBMS）が10月３日（土）からラジオ番組を放送します！ 広島FM「県立広島大学 HBMS広がる。そして、変わる。」https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112747https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112747Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTo mark its 10th anniversary, 県立広島大学’s graduate school of business management (HBMS) will begin broadcasting a radio program on 広島FM starting October 3. Bringing 県立広島大学’s aquaponics research to the community: “Catfish and the Future of Eco-Farming Experience Festival” to be held in 三次市 on October 4https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112746https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112746Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES三次イノベーション会議 will hold the “Catfish and the Future of Eco-Farming Experience Festival” in 三次市 on October 4 to introduce 県立広島大学’s aquaponics research to the community. 【ハンズ渋谷店】フェリシモ「Couturier[クチュリエ]」POP UP STORE開催https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112745https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112745Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ハンズは、9月25日から11月15日までハンズ渋谷店6Aフロアにて、フェリシモの手作りキットブランド「Couturier[クチュリエ]」のPOP UP STOREを開催している。 ASUENE launches centralized CBAM management feature in its LCA/CFP calculation service “ASUENE LCA”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112744https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112744Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESアスエネ株式会社 has launched a feature in its LCA/CFP calculation service “ASUENE LCA” to centrally manage information required for EU CBAM compliance. Valuence INFINITIES to hold a special workshop in Joetsu, Niigata Prefecture, commemorating its partnership with 田辺工業株式会社!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112743https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112743Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe professional dance team Valuence INFINITIES, operated by バリュエンスジャパン株式会社, will hold a special workshop on October 31, 2026, at Kenshin Park Budokan in Joetsu, Niigata Prefecture, to mark its partnership with partner company 田辺工業株式会社. Yutaka Matsushige meets a new character played by Hiro Shimono at an art museum! At Home's new commercial, “At Home Gallery: The House of Destiny,” begins airing nationwide on Saturday, October 3, 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112742https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112742Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESアットホーム株式会社 announced that its new commercial, “At Home Gallery: The House of Destiny,” featuring Yutaka Matsushige, will begin airing nationwide on October 3, 2026. Limited-time 10% increase※! Enjoy the delicious taste of Japanese ingredients with “Crispy Snack Seaweed” Kanro “Seaweed Sandwich-Baked Chips: Plum Flavor / Wasabi Flavor” to launch Tuesday, October 6, 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112741https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112741Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESカンロ株式会社 will launch its JAPAN PREMIUM series “Seaweed Sandwich-Baked Chips: Plum Flavor / Wasabi Flavor” with a limited-time 10% increase starting October 6, 2026. “楽天ペイ” launches “Get great deals on accommodations and shopping in Sapporo! Up to 20% back campaign” in Sapporo, Hokkaidohttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112740https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112740Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES楽天ペイメント will run a campaign offering up to 22.5% back in points from October 1 to November 30, 2026, in Sapporo, Hokkaido, combining stays booked through “楽天トラベル” with payments via “楽天ペイ”. [Rolling out from October 2] Savor the flavors of fall in Kobe! Limited-time menu featuring sweet potatoes, chestnuts and saury arrives at “39days KOBE,” a café and restaurant in “Kobe Meriken Park”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112739https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112739Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES39days KOBE in Kobe, operated by G LION GROUP, will begin offering a limited-time menu featuring autumn flavors on October 2. アイエスエフネット revises 10 visions to create a bright future for its employeeshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112738https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112738Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アイエスエフネット revised its “10 Visions” for creating a bright future for its employees and released a video introducing its initiatives. A long-awaited “slim” option joins the No.1※1 adult tape-style diaper series: New launch of “Attento Slim Tape-Style Diaper to Prevent Back and Side Leakage”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112737https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112737Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES大王製紙 will launch a new product in its “Attento” adult tape-style diaper series, “Attento Slim Tape-Style Diaper to Prevent Back and Side Leakage,” on October 21, 2026. It is designed to reduce bulk when used with nighttime pads. “LegalOn” streamlines contract review and management through integration with SharePoint and OneDrivehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112736https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112736Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社LegalOn Technologies has launched new integration features with Microsoft SharePoint and OneDrive for its Professional AI for Legal “LegalOn.” Users can now import contract files directly from cloud storage to streamline review and management. Launch of a “public-private collaborative framework” aimed at tracking proceeds from special fraud cases and other purposeshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112735https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112735Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESソニー銀行 has signed an agreement with 警察庁 concerning a “public-private collaborative framework” aimed at tracking proceeds from special fraud cases and other purposes, and will launch operations on October 1, 2026. Kohei Shoji appears on the cover and in a feature! November issue of “Fujingaho,” on sale October 1https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112734https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112734Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ハースト婦人画報社 will release the November 2026 issue of Fujingaho, a lifestyle magazine first published in 1905, on October 1. Actor Kohei Shoji appears on the cover and in a feature, which includes a photo shoot at the National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo (MOMAT) and a special feature on works in the museum’s collection. The issue also features shoe-and-bag fashion, frontier gastronomy, afternoon tea, J-beauty and a new serialized feature on puppet theater. “Danner” × “LAND CRUISER” collaboration collection: Boots inspired by the historic “200 Series” and “60 Series” ランドクルーザー models arrive, with a collection of 8 styles to be a tough guy’s trusted companionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112733https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112733Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESABCマート will launch a collaboration collection between boot brand “Danner” and “LAND CRUISER OFFICIAL ITEMS,” developed by トヨタ・コニック・プロ株式会社, on October 16, 2026. The collection features 8 styles, including boots and apparel inspired by the historic “200 Series” and “60 Series” ランドクルーザー models. Get original merchandise at 松屋 and 松のや locations nationwide ♪ Plus, a social media campaign with prizes! 松屋 and 松のや announce collaboration with “Sumikko Gurashi”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112732https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112732Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESサンエックス株式会社 is holding a collaboration campaign with “Sumikko Gurashi” at 松屋 and 松のや, operated by 松屋フーズ. Customers who order eligible menu items will receive a limited-edition keychain, and prizes will also be awarded to people who follow and repost on social media. “Wondershare Recoverit V15” launches to support photo and video creators in their workhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112731https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112731Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ワンダーシェアーソフトウェア has launched “Wondershare Recoverit V15,” data recovery software for photo and video creators. Enhancements include recovery for SD cards and partitions, support for previewing and repairing RAW files and high-resolution videos, Mac compatibility, and an AI-powered media search feature. The first wave of STRICT-G “GUNDAM” × “hololive production” collaboration items arrives!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112730https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112730Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社バンダイ will launch the first collaboration products between “GUNDAM” and “hololive production” at STRICT-G, an apparel shop themed around the world of Gundam. The lineup includes 3 items: a pin badge set, rubber coaster and embroidered T-shirt. Preorders will begin on September 30, 2026, through “プレミアムバンダイ,” with in-store sales scheduled to start on October 31, 2026. [8th store in Gunma Prefecture and 3rd in Ota City] FIT-EASY Ota Komaimoki store to grand open on Sunday, Nov. 1! Enjoy the ultimate wellness experience with the city’s first high-concentration oxygen room, EMS training machines, sauna, golf and more!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112729https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112729Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESフィットイージー株式会社 will grand open its “FIT-EASY Ota Komaimoki store” in Ota City, Gunma Prefecture, on November 1, 2026. The store features the city’s first high-concentration oxygen room and EMS training machines, among other amenities, and is offering an opening campaign that includes a free membership fee and a permanent discount. 中途・定年退職者と会社をつなぐ「DNPグループ・アルムナイネットワーク」を発足https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112728https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112728Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES大日本印刷（DNP） will launch the “DNPグループ Alumni Network” for former employees of DNPグループ, including mid-career and mandatory retirees, marking its 150th anniversary. The network will begin operating on October 1, 2026. 栃木県の小学生はゴンドラ乗車無料キャンペーン開催 ハンターマウンテン塩原『紅葉ゴンドラ』 10 月 10 日(土)運行開始https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112727https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112727Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESハンターマウンテン塩原 will begin operating its “Autumn Foliage Gondola” on October 10, 2026, and run a free-ride campaign for elementary school students who live in Tochigi Prefecture. “People × Insurance × Technology”: 三井住友海上プライマリー生命 newly registered for “Insurance IQ System®,” “AS SYSTEM” and “AS-BOX,” independently developed by IRRC Corporationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112726https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112726Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES三井住友海上プライマリー生命保険株式会社 was newly registered as an insurance company eligible for quote estimates for the insurance analysis and search systems “Insurance IQ System,” “AS SYSTEM” and “AS-BOX,” independently developed by 株式会社アイリックコーポレーション, effective September 29, 2026. A new PLAZA celebrating its 60th anniversary: “PLAZA TOKYO+ (Plaza Tokyo Plus)” to open at 新宿マルイ Main Building in November 2026!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112725https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112725Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社スタイリングライフ・ホールディングス プラザスタイル カンパニー will open a new store brand, “PLAZA TOKYO+,” on B1 of 新宿マルイ Main Building on November 20, 2026, to mark its 60th anniversary. The space will feature creative design by Fantasista Utamaro and include a beauty brand and a cafe. Career service “doda” reports changes in application requirements for planning roles—“Sales Planning,” “Business Planning and Development,” and “Corporate Planning”—before and after the spread of AIhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112724https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112724Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe career service “doda,” operated by パーソルキャリア株式会社, announced findings from a study comparing changes in application requirements for 3 planning roles before and after the spread of AI (2022 and 2025). “Project Promotion” was the skill category that increased the most, and related job listings tend to offer higher salaries, while the advertised salaries for jobs requiring “OA Skills and Administrative Operations” have declined. 東京23区で唯一「WEラブ赤ちゃんプロジェクト」に賛同する世田谷区、区内子育て支援団体による「赤ちゃんを連れて学校へ行こう！」の取り組みをウーマンエキサイトが取材記事を公開https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112723https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112723Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESウーマンエキサイト, operated by エキサイト株式会社, has published an interview article about “Take Your Baby to School!”, an initiative by a local child-rearing support group in Setagaya Ward, the only ward in Tokyo’s 23 wards to support the “WE Love Babies Project.” 『ヤマダホールディングスグループ 統合報告書 2026』公開のお知らせhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112722https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112722Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ヤマダホールディングス has published the “Yamada Holdings Group Integrated Report 2026” on its official website. The report covers the “Everything for Living” strategy across 4 segments—electronics, housing, finance and the environment—as well as its PB+SPA product strategy, management shift toward prioritizing asset efficiency, and measures to achieve a PBR above 1.0. Make backups smarter. Get a BeeDrive with your purchase of a Synology ActiveProtect DP320/DP340https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112721https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112721Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アスク will run a campaign from October 1, 2026, through March 25, 2027, giving customers a “BeeDrive 2TB” backup hub when they purchase Synology’s data-protection appliance “ActiveProtect DP320” or “DP340.” Sharing 千葉大学’s challenges from the student perspective: Publishing the “Chiba University Sustainability Report 2026,” researched and edited by studentshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112720https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112720Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES国立大学法人千葉大学 published the “Chiba University Sustainability Report 2026,” planned, researched and edited by students, on September 30, 2026. The report involved 17 students from the Environmental ISO Student Committee, 18 writers and 2 designers, and introduces initiatives such as YOKOTE VISION and the RE100 long-term vision. Faithfully recreating the next-generation “event camera” sensor on a computer—physical simulation tracing the path of light enables fast, high-precision event generationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112719https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112719Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA research team including 千葉大学 has developed a technology for fast, high-precision computer-based reproduction of the next-generation “event camera” sensor using “path tracing,” a physical simulation of light paths. The method is expected to accelerate the generation of training data for AI used in autonomous driving and robotics. Developing a method to predict cellular changes caused by transcription factor suppression—Building and releasing free of charge a large-scale database quantifying transcription factor–target gene relationshipshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112718https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112718Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES千葉大学大学院医学研究院の川上英良教授と理化学研究所らの研究グループは、転写因子が標的遺伝子を活性化・抑制する関係を数値化した約260万件分のデータベース「TFActProfiler」を構築し、転写因子操作による細胞状態変化を予測する数理手法を開発した。本研究成果は学術誌Nucleic Acids Researchで公開された。 [Gransta Tokyo] Supervised by Norihiko Fujiki of the 日本ジビエ振興協会! Autumn-only “Domestic Venison Hamburg Steak” on sale at STATION RESTAURANT THE CENTRAL from October 1 (Thu.)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112717https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112717Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社JR東日本クロスステーション will sell domestically sourced venison hamburg steaks supervised by Norihiko Fujiki of the 日本ジビエ振興協会 for a limited time at Gransta Tokyo Station starting October 1, 2026. “Hokkaido Kushiro Friendship Festival: Autumn Harvest Festival” and “Kushiro Ingredients Fair” to be held!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112716https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112716Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES北海道釧路総合振興局は、東京都荒川区あらかわ遊園で10月17日～18日に開催される「北海道くしろのふれあい祭り 秋の収穫祭」に参加し、観光PR等を実施する。また、同協議会主催により同日期間中に荒川区内飲食店3店舗で「くしろ食材フェア」が開催され、限定メニューが提供される。 “Minato Ward women from around the world” gather. 4 films featuring women with striking looks in fierce competition to be screened free every week! “Wednesday Niconico Theater” announces its October lineuphttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112715https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112715Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ドワンゴ announced the October lineup for “Wednesday Niconico Theater,” a program that streams films free every week on the live-streaming service Niconico Live. This month, under the theme “Minato Ward Women from Around the World,” 4 films will be screened over 4 consecutive weeks starting October 7. [Latest 2026 survey] About 42% of people use AI tools to choose accommodations, and about 55% of them have stayed at accommodations recommended by AIhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112714https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112714Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社mov released an original survey report finding that about 42% of people use AI tools to choose accommodations, and about 55% of them have stayed at accommodations recommended by AI. [Ginza Cozy Corner] Seasonal autumn and winter sweets gifts now available! An assortment of baked treats with a variety of flavors and textureshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112713https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112713Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社銀座コージーコーナー will begin selling autumn and winter-only sweets gifts (Gift Assortment and Madeleine Assortment) at stores nationwide starting October 1, 2026. 2026 first-half cybersecurity report released: Examining the reality of increasingly sophisticated EDR bypass techniques and new risks posed by agentic AIhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112712https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112712Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESキヤノンマーケティングジャパン株式会社 released a report examining cybersecurity threat trends in the first half of 2026. It analyzes cases including increasingly sophisticated EDR bypass techniques, new risks from agentic AI, a rise in QR code phishing (quishing), and npm package compromises. MSI to launch new portable EV charger “EZgo” and begin taking preordershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112711https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112711Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESエムエスアイコンピュータージャパン株式会社（MSI） has begun taking preorders for the new portable EV charger “EZgo” for EVs and PHEVs. Features include connection to a 200V outlet without installation work, IP66 water and dust resistance, and a 7.5 m cable. A limited-time campaign will run from September 30, 2026, and the charger will be sold at コメリドットコム and 1,236 コメリ stores nationwide. “UNDYED × human woman” collaboration items highlighting the natural colors of the materialshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112710https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112710Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES4 collaboration styles from “human woman,” a brand operated by 株式会社TSI, and the undyed brand “UNDYED” will go on sale starting September 30. Park Slope NEWYORKER releases feature content for “2026 AUTUMN LOOK BOOK for WOMEN.”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112709https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112709Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ダイドーフォワード has released “2026 AUTUMN LOOK BOOK for WOMEN,” a feature centered on NEWYORKER, its leading apparel brand, on its online store. ASUS launches the 31.5-inch, 180Hz “VA329QG3” monitor for desk work and the 16-inch “ZenScreen MB16AHVE” portable monitorhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112708https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112708Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESASUS JAPAN株式会社 will launch the 31.5-inch, 180Hz “VA329QG3” monitor and the 16-inch “ZenScreen MB16AHVE” portable monitor on October 2, 2026. Starting tomorrow: “Santaアルク TOEIC® L&R TEST PART 5 Score Improvement Marathon 2026 Halloween” runs from October 1https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112707https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112707Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アルク and Socra AI Inc. will hold the free Halloween-themed event “Score Improvement Marathon 2026 Halloween” on the TOEIC prep app “Santaアルク” starting October 1, 2026. 【梅田 蔦屋書店】熱狂のプレゼンをもとに未知の1冊を競り落とす「ブラインドブック・オークション」を10/30(金)に開催https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112706https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112706Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESUmeda Tsutaya Books will hold an event on October 30, 2026, to mark the publication of a new book by reading influencer Shinya. Participants can bid to buy a book based on a presentation of a “blind book” whose title and author are concealed. 「横浜グリーンエクスポ開催半年前メディア発表会」を開催 横浜市出展の名称が「つなぐ横浜館」「つなぐ横浜フィールド」に決定https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112705https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112705Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES横浜市は2027年3月開催の「横浜グリーンエクスポ」半年前を記念し、メディア発表会を開催。出展名称を「つなぐ横浜館」「つなぐ横浜フィールド」と決定し、関連催事や交通アクセス、市民参加プロジェクトなどの概要を発表した。 【北千住マルイ】バームクーヘン専門店「ねんりん家」が初登場！秋限定“蜜芋＆キャラメルデコレ”、ひとくちサイズはご自宅用にもhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112704https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112704Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESねんりん家, the baumkuchen specialty shop operated by 株式会社グレープストーン, will make its first appearance at 北千住マルイ from October 1 to October 12, 2026, selling autumn-limited honey sweet potato products and signature items. 【トランスコスモス Online Seminar】【Last-minute preparation】How to achieve sales growth of over 130%—held on Thursday, November 5https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112703https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112703Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESトランスコスモス will hold an online seminar on November 5 about year-end sales strategies for Amazon, 楽天, and Yahoo!. Initiative connecting clothing to new value: “World Ecolomo Campaign” to install a permanent clothing collection “Ecolomo BOX” at 東京家政大学 ～Collected clothing to be used in students’ art and creative activities and classes～https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112702https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112702Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ワールド, in partnership with 東京家政大学 and 株式会社ディープサンクス, will install a permanent clothing collection box, “Ecolomo BOX,” on the university campus starting in September 2026. Collected clothing will be used as materials for students’ creative activities and classes, and will also be reused and recycled. Beyond disclosure: “PASONA HR UPDATE FORUM” on advancing women’s participation to enhance corporate value, held October 13, 14, and 30https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112701https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112701Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社パソナ will hold “PASONA HR UPDATE FORUM” on October 13, 14, and 30, 2026, to discuss enhancing corporate value through promoting women’s participation and human capital management. “Kateigaho” November issue, on sale October 1: “Nara”—the mystery of the ancient capital; inns with spectacular autumn foliage; embassy hospitality welcoming guests with flowers; conversation between 荒木飛呂彦 and 山﨑妙子; 中条あやみ discovers the special side of Ginza, and morehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112700https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112700Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社世界文化社 will release the November issue of “Kateigaho” on October 1. Features include “Nara: The Mystery of the Ancient Capital,” inns with spectacular autumn foliage, the new series “Embassy Hospitality Welcoming Guests with Flowers” marking the magazine’s 70th anniversary, and a conversation commemorating 山種美術館’s 60th anniversary. Product demo day “GLOBAL GEEK AUDITION,” which has produced 124 startups, set for November 16, 2026!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112699https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112699Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“G's,” operated by デジタルハリウッド株式会社, announced that it will hold “GLOBAL GEEK AUDITION” (GGA), a product demo day that has produced 124 startups, on November 16, 2026. “Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu” Blu-ray + DVD set on sale today, Wednesday, September 30! Even a major star is smitten with “Grogu”!? A look at the expressions of the “little star,” brought to life by 6 puppeteershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112698https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112698Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Blu-ray + DVD set and 4K UHD + Blu-ray set of “Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu” go on sale September 30. Bonus content features the work of up to 6 puppeteers on Grogu’s expressions, as well as Sigourney Weaver’s appearance. 【TAC Patent Attorney Course】Free online trial lecture for the “October class introductory lectures” on Sunday, October 4!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112697https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112697Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTAC株式会社 will hold a free online trial lecture on October 4 for people preparing for the patent attorney exam. 5 Chinese dramas to stream exclusively and ahead of other services on U-NEXT! “A Kiss of Vengeance for the Lying Witch” and more arrive in Octoberhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112696https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112696Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社U-NEXT announced that it will exclusively stream 5 Chinese dramas ahead of other services starting October 1, 2026. 令和8年 October 4 First-Class Electrician written examination [written format]速報! Web seminar on passing the practical skills test now available!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112695https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112695Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTAC株式会社 has published its review of the First-Class Electrician written examination held on October 4, 2026, on October 7, and is streaming a Web seminar on strategies for passing the practical skills test. 【Survey on protecting assets amid rising prices and a weak yen】Interest in “gold” reaches about 30%, but 34.0% are concerned about “storage and management”—what “psychological barriers” are preventing its wider adoption as a safe-haven asset?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112694https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112694Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA survey by 株式会社NEXER and 石福金属興業 found that amid rising prices and a weak yen, about 30% (28.0%) are interested in holding gold as an asset, but 34.0% see concerns about storage and management as a barrier. Sapporo Breweries to release 2026 year-end gift sets on Monday, October 5https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112693https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112693Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESサッポロビールは、ヱビスブランドを中心に構成された2026年お歳暮ギフトセットを10月5日より全国で発売する。 About 60% of people who have bought apparel online have experienced “a mismatch in size or appearance”! Of those, more than 90% are also concerned about “overseas size labels”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112692https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112692Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAccording to a survey conducted jointly by 株式会社NEXER and Return Helper株式会社, about 60% of people who have bought apparel online have experienced a mismatch in size or appearance, and more than 90% of them feel uncertain about overseas size labels. In addition, 48.8% said they would buy more from overseas if returns were easy. [Survey on Attitudes Toward Home Battery Storage] About 90% Say They Cannot Picture How Much Battery Storage Their Home Needshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112690https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112690Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Just under 60% are aware of the shortage of nursery school teachers and kindergarten teachers, while awareness of the “one-off and flexible work” system stands at just 22.2%.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112689https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112689Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA survey by 株式会社NEXER and えんみっけ！ found that while 57.8% of people were aware of the shortage of nursery school teachers and kindergarten teachers, only 22.2% knew about the “one-off and flexible work” system. [Survey on Household Food Waste Measures] Top Concerns About Storage Are “Odor (47.8%)” and “Fruit Flies and Other Insects (34.8%)”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112688https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112688Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAccording to a survey conducted by 株式会社NEXER and the home food waste processor パリパリキュー, the top concerns about storing food waste were “odor (47.8%)” and “fruit flies and other insects (34.8%).” While 63.0% were unaware of dryers or subsidy programs, 40.0% said they would consider using one if a subsidy were available. [Survey on Fandom] 71.6% of People With a Favorite Have Related Merchandise; About Half “Would Like a Pin Badge of Their Favorite”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112687https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112687Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA survey by 株式会社NEXER and ローカルプランニング found that 71.6% of people with a favorite had related merchandise, and 47.8% said they would like a pin badge. About 40% of People Judge a Store by Its Sign. 54.4% Feel Trust in Stores With a “Good Sign”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112686https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112686Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA survey by 株式会社NEXER and 誉プリンティング found that about 40% of people judge a store’s impression by its sign, and that 54.4% feel trust in stores with a “good sign.” 大相撲界の波に乗る、横綱・豊昇龍関ほか14名の力士たち！ 「角界のマツケン」立浪親方率いる立浪部屋の魅力を1冊に。「立浪部屋SPECIAL FANBOOK 2026」発売https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112685https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112685Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社東京ニュース通信社 will release “Tatsunami Stable SPECIAL FANBOOK 2026” on September 30, a fan book featuring 14 wrestlers from Tatsunami Stable, including yokozuna 豊昇龍. Popular Artist はりたつお, Who Has Also Created Artwork for Beloved Characters, Releases First Solo Picture Book! A Story of Friendship and Growth Between a Flightless Red Dragon and a Tearful Kitten Who Dreams of Becoming a Firefighterhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112684https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112684Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社東京ニュース通信社は、画家はりたつおの初の単独絵本「しょうぼう車になりたいドラゴン」を2026年9月30日に発売する。 [TOP 30 artists who set the charts ablaze with the biggest surge last week]https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112683https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112683Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAWA株式会社 announced its “Biggest Rising Chart Last Week” TOP 30 for September 21–27, 2026. Mrs. GREEN APPLE ranked first, back number second and HANA third. A Must-Read for Mushroom Lovers: A Passionate Work of Nonfiction! “Feverish Mushroom People: A Chef and Freaks Possessed by the Spirits of the Forest” Published by 小学館!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112682https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112682Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES小学館 will publish around September 30, 2026, “Feverish Mushroom People,” a work of nonfiction telling the stories of people who devoted their lives to mushrooms. First Store in Kyoto! Gift-Sweets Brand ISHIYA G, From the Makers of “Shiroi Koibito,” Opens! [Daimaru Kyoto Store]https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112681https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112681Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESISHIYA, the maker of “Shiroi Koibito,” has opened its gift-sweets brand ISHIYA G at Daimaru Kyoto Store. The store will offer the location-exclusive collaboration product 「アイガトー(プレミアム抹茶)」 and the 「Saqu（サク）」 series, and an event featuring Chef Kimura is also planned. [札幌プリンスホテル] Sales Begin for 2026 Christmas Cakes Under the Theme “A Rich Christmas”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112680https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112680Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES札幌プリンスホテル will begin accepting reservations for its 2026 Christmas cakes on October 1. The theme is “A Rich Christmas,” and the hotel will offer 4 cakes, including limited-edition varieties. PLAZA Turns 60 and Opens a New Tokyo Hub: “PLAZA TOKYO+” Coming to Shinjuku Marui Main Building!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112679https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112679Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPLAZA, the brand of 株式会社丸井グループ, is marking its 60th anniversary and will open “PLAZA TOKYO+” on B1F of Shinjuku Marui Main Building on November 20, 2026. Creative design is by Fantasista Utamaro, and the experiential store will also feature a pop-up shop and cafe. Free Distribution of a “Travel Guide” to 13 Regions in Conjunction With Mrs. GREEN APPLE Ringo Jam Tour “SHADOWS”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112678https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112678Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESぴあ株式会社 will distribute a free “Travel Guide” as part of a regional partnership initiative in 13 cities in conjunction with Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s arena tour “SHADOWS.” It will also roll out initiatives including a members-only digital rally and photo spots. 【gelato pique(ジェラート ピケ)】New stores opening on 10/9 (Friday) at Urban Dock LaLaport Toyosu and on 10/30 (Friday) at Shamine Matsue! Launching limited-edition roomwear featuring a Shiba Inuhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112677https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112677Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe roomwear brand 「gelato pique」 from 株式会社マッシュスタイルラボ will open new stores at Urban Dock LaLaport Toyosu on October 9, 2026, and at Shamine Matsue on October 30, and will offer limited-edition Shiba Inu items and campaigns. 【LILY BROWN】The latest winter collection arrives from 「L.B CANDY STOCK」, a high-end line distinguished by its use of bijoux!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112676https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p10.html#n3112676Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社マッシュスタイルラボ’s women’s brand 「LILY BROWN」 will launch a new collection from its high-end line 「L.B CANDY STOCK」 on September 30, 2026.