[Free online seminar / held in October] Donation management DX seminar for nonprofit organizations | From donation management centered on Excel and email to a system that connects information
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フロッグウェル株式会社 will hold a free online seminar in October 2026 for NPOs and nonprofit organizations on donation management DX using Salesforce Nonprofit Cloud.
Facts
Held on various dates starting Tuesday, October 6, 2026
“I like cotton, but something feels off...” ベルメゾン has the answer for cotton shoppers who can't decide! “When you think cotton, think ベルメゾン.” Fall/Winter campaign launches in earnest on September 30
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ベルメゾン, the mail-order business of 株式会社千趣会, will launch its Fall/Winter 2026 campaign themed “When you think cotton, think ベルメゾン.” on September 30, with TVer commercials also set to begin airing.
Facts
More than 2,900 cotton products
Valid responses: 590
Favorable opinion: 85.2%
86.1% are “cotton-confused”
“I'm concerned about wrinkles (33.8%)”
“It shrinks when washed (28.0%)”
16.3% also said, “I'm not sure which one to choose”
esoratetora's astonishing colored-pencil artistry. Teaming up with ほぼ日 for a first-ever original-art exhibition at TOBICHI東京!
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esoratetora's solo exhibition, “esoragoto,” featuring the artist's colored-pencil drawings, will be held at TOBICHI東京, operated by 株式会社ほぼ日. In addition to approximately 30 original works, art books and goods will be available for purchase.
Limited-edition “Mimosa” shampoo and conditioner from Cocoonchouper, featuring a special design and fragrance available only now, with Golden Cocoon Amino Beauty Serum Ex for radiant, “silk-sheen hair” that catches the light
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クラシエ株式会社 will release limited-quantity shampoo and conditioner in the limited-edition “Mimosa” design from its hair care brand Cocoonchouper.
[Survey by gender!] Ranking of Halloween costumes people want members of the opposite sex to wear!
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株式会社NEXER and vanity ME. (バニティーミー) conducted a survey of 500 men and women nationwide about “Halloween costumes they want members of the opposite sex to wear.” The No. 1 costume men wanted women to wear was a bunny girl outfit, while the No. 1 choice among women for men was an anime or movie character.
A figure of “Harpie Lady” from “Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters” is now available for preorder at あみあみ.
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あみあみ, a major hobby goods retailer operated by 大網株式会社, is accepting preorders for a finished “Harpie Lady” figure from “Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters,” made by コトブキヤ. Reference price: 9,350 yen; scheduled for release in April 2027.
Yearbooks as young people’s “emotional talismans”: Yume Photo holds a “class without teaching” for about 300 high school students
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株式会社夢ふぉと partnered with 一般社団法人HASSYADAI social to hold a “class without teaching” for high school students using the Album Therapy Method. Results from pre- and post-class surveys showed an increase in positive responses to questions related to self-esteem.
[Many people showed interest and took part!] The “0th” meeting of the “Awaji Island Sweet Potato Project,” aimed at revitalizing the region, was held.
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株式会社バリュープランニング held the “0th Awaji Island Sweet Potato Project Meeting” in Kobe on September 27, 2026, drawing more participants than the venue’s capacity. The company is taking on the sixth-sector industry after operating in apparel and has launched a project to establish sweet potatoes from Awaji Island as a new local specialty.
From GOTS-certified bedding to apparel and products made using offcuts. Kochi bedding maker ハート to exhibit at the Okawa Furniture Fair as “SaFo by heart”
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Kochi bedding manufacturer 株式会社ハート will exhibit at “OKAWA The Future Furniture 2026,” held in Okawa, Fukuoka Prefecture, on October 7 and 8, 2026, as “SaFo by heart,” showcasing its organic bedding brand SaFo. The company will display GOTS-certified products, apparel and items made using offcuts, aiming to build connections with furniture stores and housing-related businesses.
Knives, kites, cast metal and nail clippers: What Sanjo’s crafts reveal at “Tsubame-Sanjo Factory Festival 2026,” where 158 factories open their doors
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シビレ株式会社 has published a new article about “Tsubame-Sanjo Factory Festival 2026” on “Living in Sanjo,” a relocation promotion website for Sanjo City, Niigata Prefecture. The festival will run from October 1 to 4, 2026, with 158 factories taking part. The article introduces 3 suggested itineraries, including ways to get around without a car and activities for children, offering opportunities to experience Sanjo’s manufacturing and artisans’ skills.
Pilot event operations support using the AI radio communications solution “ULULA-i”
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株式会社JVCケンウッド, with the cooperation of 株式会社エクセリ, conducted a pilot test of event operations support using its in-development AI radio communications solution “ULULA-i” at “Kita no Megumi Asahikawa Food Marche 2026” in Asahikawa, Hokkaido. The test evaluated the solution’s effectiveness in streamlining responses to inquiries and understanding on-site conditions.
株式会社データ・アプリケーション launched “RACCOON V2.9.0” on September 30, 2026, a platform that enables no-code data processing and transformation during data integration and migration. It has enhanced its conversion definition document output and conversion testing support features, and now supports the latest environments, including Java 25 and Red Hat Enterprise Linux 10.
A new standard: Japan’s first* body cream formulated with fermented CICA, applied in the bath. New from Offlat, a self-care brand for working women, on October 2 (Friday)
Incubation facility XiS WORKSITE to make its first appearance at BioJapan 2026
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XiS WORKSITE, an incubation facility operated by Ixseeds of the 600 Holdings Group, will exhibit for the first time at BioJapan 2026, a biotechnology event taking place at Pacifico Yokohama in October 2026, showcasing technologies from 3 resident startups.
[Hervé Chapelier（エルベシャプリエ）] Limited-edition item launches October 1 (Thursday)! The 707CD boat-shaped tote arrives in chic gray with a pink tag
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French bag brand Hervé Chapelier（エルベシャプリエ） will launch the limited-edition 707CD, a medium-size boat-shaped tote made of Cordura nylon, on October 1, 2026.
[October 18 event] You can help shape a region without moving there: Young leaders from Urahoro, Hokkaido, to pitch in Tokyo and seek collaborators
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Dialogue for Everyone株式会社 and 一般社団法人十勝うらほろ樂舎, with support from the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, will hold the Tri-Sector Leader Pitch 2026 on October 18. Young leaders from Urahoro, Hokkaido, will pitch their projects in Tokyo and collaborate with mid-career and senior professionals in urban areas through online internships.
Facts
Sunday, October 18, 2026
5 young leaders
Approx. 4,000 people
A decrease of approximately 1,000 people
There are 559 municipalities nationwide with populations below 10,000
32.5% of all 1,719 municipalities
A 2-month online internship
n=239
55.8%
54.5%
Companies mentioned：Dialogue for Everyone株式会社、一般社団法人十勝うらほろ樂舎、株式会社Wasshoi Lab、サンビーム興産有限会社、浦幌町役場
NEXCO東日本’s customer center, whose operations are supported by Altius Link, earns the highest “three-star” rating in the HDI Rating Benchmark for 15 consecutive years
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NEXCO東日本’s customer center, supported by Altius Link, earned the highest “three-star” rating in the HDI Rating Benchmark organized by HDI-Japan for 15 consecutive years.
Starlight Engine establishes new management structure as progress continues at its FAST power generation demonstration plant
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Starlight Engine株式会社 has established a new management structure with a board of directors and an auditor as work progresses on its FAST power generation demonstration plant, and appointed Atsushi Kazama as CFO.
Facts
Sept. 29, 2026
3 directors
1 auditor
5 directors
Effective October 1, 2026
Fundraising of 6 billion yen or more
Fusion energy power generation demonstration in the 2030s
株式会社スマレジ has signed a distributor agreement with SB C&S株式会社 and will begin selling Smaregi, the cashless payment service PAYGATE, and the attendance management system Smaregi Time Card through the company’s sales network.
Facts
A sales network of approximately 15,000 companies nationwide
Ahead of its 20th anniversary in Japan in October 2026, KCJ GROUP株式会社 launched the official account “キッザニア ジャパン広報note” on the media platform note, beginning operations on September 30.
ProgLit launches “プログリットポイント,” a shared loyalty points program spanning its services. Daily English study leads to the next learning opportunity
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株式会社プログリット launched “プログリットポイント” on September 30, 2026, a shared points program usable across multiple English-learning services. As its first offering, it introduced a system allowing users to exchange points earned through the free English vocabulary app “プロワーズ” for discount tickets on tuition for the English coaching service “プログリット,” supporting continued study and the pursuit of new learning opportunities.
Event report: Mojawa sponsors the Japan event of the “Golden Trail World Series 2026,” with an experience booth for its bone-conduction headphones “Purra Flow” in Myoko, where the world’s top runners gather
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Bone-conduction headphone brand Mojawa sponsored the Japan event of the trail-running race “Golden Trail World Series 2026,” held in Myoko, Niigata Prefecture, in September 2026, and set up an experience booth for its “Purra Flow” product.
Facts
Original2026年9月19日（土）・20日（日）
Accounts for approximately 40%
Has obtained more than 300 intellectual property rights
ohpner handles mobility advertising for “Shiho Sada’s Baribari Legend” as part of an ME STUDIO program initiative
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ohpner株式会社 handled mobility advertising (ad trucks) for ME STUDIO’s YouTube program “Shiho Sada’s Baribari Legend,” to mark the channel’s 1st anniversary and celebrate surpassing 200,000 subscribers. The ads will run around Marunouchi, Kanda and Yurakucho from September 29, 2026.
OPEN CITY MARUNOUCHI 2026, a tour event to discover the history, cutting-edge technology and culture of the Otemachi-Marunouchi-Yurakucho area, including places usually off-limits and hidden attractions
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Original一般社団法人大手町・丸の内・有楽町地区まちづくり協議会などが主催する、大丸有エリアの普段入れない場所や魅力を発見するツアーイベント「OPEN CITY MARUNOUCHI 2026」が2026年10月23日から11月8日まで開催される。自由見学プログラムは昨年の約2倍となる全20か所、ガイドプログラムは過去最大規模の全30プログラムで実施される。
Facts
Oct. 23–Nov. 8, 2026
Expanded to 20 locations
Now comprises 30 programs
This year marks its 9th year
1 session: 1,500 yen per person
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人 大手町・丸の内・有楽町地区まちづくり協議会、NPO法人 大丸有エリアマネジメント協会、DMO TOKYO Marunouchi、三菱地所株式会社、株式会社東京會舘、日本郵政不動産株式会社、丸紅株式会社、丸の内熱供給株式会社、三菱UFJ信託銀行株式会社、Otemachi Oneマネジメント株式会社、めぐるめくプロジェクト、株式会社サンケイビル、NTT都市開発株式会社
What concerns arise if a vacant home is left unattended? Survey of 200 people on worries about management, costs and security (conducted by ウィンドホール不動産)
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ウィンドホール不動産 surveyed 200 people about vacant-home management. The greatest concern was deterioration or collapse (35.5%), followed by security (25.5%). The biggest management burdens were tending to plants and trees (48.5%) and visiting the property (43.0%); a free appraisal (43.5%) ranked highly among the conditions that would prompt people to seek advice early.
Originalジョイゾー、Cybozu Days Japan 2026出展 【銭湯「サンキ湯」でkintone×AIに浸かる】
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株式会社ジョイゾー, an SI company specializing in kintone, will exhibit at “Cybozu Days Japan 2026,” being held at Makuhari Messe on November 12 and 13, 2026. The booth’s theme is “サンキ湯,” inspired by a Japanese public bath, and will showcase the generative AI service “スキル39,” the in-person development service “システム39,” and kintone plug-ins.
Map technology company トムトム will exhibit at CEATEC 2026, to be held at Makuhari Messe from October 13 to 16, 2026. The booth will feature demonstrations of Orbis Maps and an MCP server, and on October 14, Senior Account Manager Noriaki Ishibashi will deliver a keynote address on AI-powered location intelligence.
Supporting improvements in the organizational capabilities of リョーサン菱洋グループ through AI and goal management
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Creia Consulting supported improvements in the organizational capabilities of リョーサン菱洋グループ by conducting goal management analysis using generative AI and HR expertise.
[Sun Frontier Fudousan] Integrated into Officci, a portal for searching setup offices and furnished offices in one place
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サンフロンティア不動産株式会社 integrated the startup office information site Officci and the furnished office search site そのまんまオフィス！ on September 30, 2026, relaunching Officci as a one-stop portal for searching office rentals.
Specific sugar chains in breast milk may be associated with infections and allergies in infants
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In the 3rd Nationwide Breast Milk Survey, Snow Brand Megmilk and Yukijirushi Bean Stalk found that specific sugar chains in breast milk collected 1–2 months after childbirth may be associated with bronchitis and food allergies in infants.
Facts
Breast milk 1–2 months after childbirth
History of bronchitis in infants up to age 1
Among 200 Japanese mother-child pairs
In addition to 11 types of HMOs
28 types of glycoprotein sugar chains were measured
A feast of autumn's bounty from J.S. PANCAKE CAFE: AUTUMN Harvest goes on sale October 8 (Thu)
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J.S. PANCAKE CAFE, operated by 株式会社ベイクルーズ, will hold its AUTUMN Harvest fair from October 8, featuring seasonal limited-time menu items made with autumn flavors.
Facts
Full size: ¥1,900
Half size: ¥1,300
Price: ¥1,680
Price: ¥850
Companies mentioned：株式会社ベイクルーズ、J.S. PANCAKE CAFE、JOURNAL STANDARD CAFE、J.S. FOODIES、株式会社Saint James Japon、株式会社LADUREE JAPON、株式会社WILL WORKS、株式会社ル・プチメック、Foodies USA, Inc.
Kadoya, the long-established local cuisine restaurant that popularized Uwajima sea bream rice, digitizes its paper regular-customer notebook using Toreta's reservation ledger, enabling part-time staff to provide attentive service to regular customers
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株式会社トレタ published a case study showing how local cuisine restaurant Kadoya digitized its paper-based customer records using the Toreta reservation ledger, enabling attentive service by part-time staff, collection of cancellation fees, and centralized management of all locations.
The 2026 S-PoGOMI Koshien Tottori Prefecture Tournament was held. The 鳥取県立米子東高校 team Gachi won after a fierce contest! All 48 participants collected 81.09 kg of trash!
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The 2026 S-PoGOMI Koshien Tottori Prefecture Tournament, hosted by 一般財団法人日本財団スポGOMI連盟 and 日本海テレビジョン放送, was held on September 12, with the 鳥取県立米子東高校 team Gachi taking first place. The 48 participants collected a total of 81.09 kg of trash.
Square株式会社 will open a limited-time on-site information desk at 3 コストコホールセールジャパン warehouse stores, providing in-person information about the benefits program for executive members offered through the partnership between Square and コストコ.
[Sales and Purchase Event] Reuse-industry leader Timeless to hold the reuse event TIMELESS SQUARE in FUTAKO TAMAGAWA at 二子玉川 蔦屋家電 for a limited 1 month starting October 1 (Thu)!
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株式会社タイムレス will hold TIMELESS SQUARE in FUTAKO TAMAGAWA at 二子玉川 蔦屋家電 for a limited 1 month starting October 1, 2026. The event will combine the sale and purchase of pre-owned goods.
Free coupon for 1 plate of gyoza! Early-bird campaign and limited-edition merchandise, too! Craft Gyoza Fest® SAITAMA 2026 finally starts next week!
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Craft Gyoza Fest® SAITAMA 2026 will be held at Keyaki Hiroba in Saitama Shintoshin from October 7 to 12, 2026. Hosted by LAF Entertainment, the event will feature 25 kinds of craft gyoza, frozen gyoza for sale, original merchandise, reserved seats, and an early-bird campaign.
Facts
Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026
The 12th (Monday, public holiday)
As many as 25 kinds of craft gyoza
2,200 yen (tax included)
Food vouchers worth up to ¥4,800
¥800 worth of food vouchers
Limited to the first 100 people each day
Wednesday, September 30
Original12:00まで
Weekdays from 11:00
20:00
Weekends and holidays from 10:00
Opening day only, 10/7, from 13:00
From 15 minutes before opening time
Admission by a book of 6 tickets
Up to 2 people
60-minute limit
300 yen off
Frozen gyoza specialties from 9 carefully selected shops
SHEGLAM conducts survey on Halloween makeup attitudes; approximately 65% say they want to wear Halloween makeup this year!
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In a survey of 302 women in their 10s to 30s conducted by SHEGLAM on attitudes toward Halloween makeup, approximately 65% said they want to wear makeup for Halloween this year. The most popular item to incorporate was eyeshadow (58.2%), the most popular colors were orange, black, and purple, and the most important consideration was how well the makeup would photograph (45.4%).
Facts
302 women in their 10s to 30s
64.9% answered “yes”
“Eyeshadow” ranked first at 58.2%
“Orange” ranked first at 27.3%
“Black” came in at 25.4%
“Purple” came in at 23.3%
“Lip products” came in at 16.3%
“Blush” came in at 10.2%
“Shimmer and glitter” ranked first at 30.2%
“Color makeup” came in at 25.7%
“Dewy finish” came in at 18.0%
“Looks good in photos” ranked first at 45.4%
“Good color payoff” came in at 32.7%
“Cost performance” came in at 11.7%
Price: ¥1,303 (tax included)
Price: ¥977 (tax included)
Price: ￥1,283 (tax included)
Companies mentioned：SHEGLAM、SHEIN JAPAN 株式会社、ノウンズ消費者リサーチ、クルエルティ・フリー・インターナショナル
Okinawa-born skincare brand “SuiSavon-首里石鹸-” is once again releasing its hugely popular seasonal “Bougainvillea” fragrance in limited quantities this year!
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株式会社首里石鹸 will release “Bougainvillea,” a seasonal limited-edition product from Okinawa-born skincare brand “SuiSavon-首里石鹸-,” in limited quantities starting 2026/10/1. New products include Thalasso Marine Clay Facial Soap and Skin Eau de Parfum (balm type), while existing products will also be available in new containers.
Facts
Oct. 1, 2026
7 types in total
Net weight: 200g
Price: ¥3,542 (tax included)
Net weight: 130g
Price: ¥3,630 (tax included)
Price: ¥5,280 (tax included)
Net volume: 30ml
Price: ¥3,960 (tax included)
Net volume: 120ml
Price: ¥3,850 (tax included)
Net weight: 105g
Price: ¥3,300 (tax included)
Net weight: 10g
Operates 36 stores in Japan and overseas
Original沖縄県内：20店舗
Original沖縄県外（海外含む）：16店舗
Established: April 2011
Made donations totaling ¥12,150,461
Companies mentioned：株式会社首里石鹸、SuiSavon-首里石鹸-、Forbes JAPAN、沖縄県人材育成企業認証、所得向上応援企業認証、Forbes JAPAN SMALL GIANTS AWARD 2023-2024、ビーチサッカーチーム ソーマプライア、公益財団法人 沖縄県交通遺児育成会、一般財団法人沖縄美ら島財団、沖縄県、首里城基金、首里城未来基金
The new-rice season is here again, and the New Rice Festival kicks off on 10/9 (Fri.)
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株式会社AKOMEYA TOKYO will launch its New Rice Festival on 10/9, announcing initiatives by 4 farming families to pass on rice cultivation, more than 20 varieties of new rice including Koshihikari, Ichihomare and Yumepirika, and the release of new tableware and food products.
CARTA ZERO and 電通 revamp real-time terrestrial TV ad buying and management service as “BoosTV”
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株式会社CARTA ZERO and 電通 will revamp their real-time terrestrial TV ad buying and management service “BoosTV” starting 10/1, expanding its coverage from the Kanto region to Kansai and Chubu with the participation of Yomiuri Telecasting Corporation and Chukyo TV.
Facts
The service will be revamped as “BoosTV” starting 10/1
The population covered by the service will expand to approximately 7000万人※3
ORENDA WORLD to speak at a hands-on seminar hosted by おおいたAIテクノロジーセンター, bringing a 3-hour workshop to Oita to turn AI chat into a “work-ready tool”
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株式会社ORENDA WORLD will serve as an instructor at the practical seminar “Turning AI Chat into a ‘Work-Ready Tool,’” hosted by おおいたAIテクノロジーセンター, delivering a 3-hour hands-on training session in Oita City on 2026/10/27.
Presented findings from joint research with 国立大学法人一橋大学大学院経営管理研究科イノベーション研究センター at the international conference “BAM 2026 Conference”
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株式会社Smart相談室 presented findings from joint research with Hitotsubashi University’s Innovation Research Center at the international conference “BAM 2026 Conference.”
ドクターメイト to exhibit at CareTEX Osaka ’26 starting Wednesday, 10/14; CEO and physician Naoki Aoyagi to hold individual consultations for care facilities
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ドクターメイト株式会社 will exhibit at “CareTEX Osaka ’26,” which opens at Intex Osaka on 2026/10/14, showcasing services including overnight on-call support. CEO 青柳直樹 will also hold individual consultations for care facilities.
Facts
Osaka Prefecture’s aging rate is 27.60%
Osaka Prefecture has 1,143.07 hospital beds per 100,000 people
Osaka Prefecture has 298.44 full-time doctors per 100,000 people
Nearly half (45.8%) of care workers in Kansai are unsure about the “future of regional care”
1 in 10 special nursing homes chooses ドクターメイト’s overnight on-call support™
15 overnight on-call calls per month
Plummeted to about 1 time
The total number of special nursing homes for the elderly, of which there are approximately 10,000 nationwide
Surpassed 10% of the total number of special nursing homes for the elderly
Lost-property AI company 株式会社find transitions to a 2-representative-director structure
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Lost-property AI company 株式会社find transitioned on Oct. 1, 2026, to a structure in which COO and Representative Director 和田龍 holds representative authority, establishing a 2-representative-director structure with 高島彬. The company also introduced an executive officer system, appointing 奥田恵 and 坂野井千里.
A research paper by Associate Professor キムリー and Lecturer 松葉 of 関西外国語大学 on the overseas expansion of modern Japanese design in the 1960s, focusing on a Japanese-made tile ashtray in MoMA’s collection, was published in the international academic journal “The Journal of Modern Craft.”
Facts
Launched in 2008
It took about 3 years
432 universities in 55 countries and regions
Approximately 1,300 students annually
Approximately 1,100 international students annually
3 companies in the パーソルグループ provide 34 artworks by employees with disabilities. Works themed around “smiles” to be exhibited at the new パーソルテンプスタッフ headquarters
バイク未来総研 announces its 58th “Resale Price” ranking: Super sport model “YZF-R9” enters the top 10 for the first time, taking 2nd place overall
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バイク未来総研 announced its 58th Resale Price ranking based on data from June to August 2026. ホンダ’s “X-ADV” topped the ranking for the 7th consecutive period with 171.7Pt, while ヤマハ’s “YZF-R9” entered the top 10 for the first time, taking 2nd place overall. TOP 5 rankings for each of Japan’s 4 major manufacturers were also released.
Facts
171.7Pt
122.7Pt
Approximately 100,000 units annually
More than 16,100 units
888 cm³
9.7 kg
Companies mentioned：株式会社バイク王＆カンパニー、バイク未来総研、バイク王、Bike Life Lab、ホンダ、ヤマハ、スズキ、カワサキ、YAMAHA公式HP、ヤマハ発動機株式会社
NTTテクノクロス wins “Company of the Year” from フロスト＆サリバン in Japan’s privileged access management market for the 3rd consecutive year
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NTTテクノクロス won the top honor, “Company of the Year,” in Japan’s privileged access management market at the “2026 Frost & Sullivan Best Practices Awards,” hosted by フロスト＆サリバン, for the 3rd consecutive year.
EC penetration is just 3.8%. Seminar on “EC Sales Strategies for Flowers and Plants” to explore digital transformation in the flowers and plants sector, scheduled for Wed., Oct. 14.
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株式会社これから will hold a seminar on Oct. 14, 2026, to explore digital transformation and sales strategies for flower and plant e-commerce. The seminar will introduce case studies on achieving high transaction values and repeat purchases in a market with a low EC penetration rate of 3.8%.
Facts
Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026
Track record of supporting more than 23,000 EC sites to date※
Japan’s overall EC penetration rate for physical goods is 9.78%
Average transaction value is up +2.0% year over year
Ride-hailing app “DiDi” launches service in Tottori and Shimane prefectures, expanding coverage to 42 prefectures nationwide
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DiDi Mobility Japan launched its ride-hailing service in Tottori and Shimane prefectures on Sept. 30, 2026, expanding its coverage in Japan to 42 prefectures. The service will also launch in Tokushima Prefecture on Oct. 9.
The era of AI is shifting from “using” it to “co-creating” with it. “The JSSA KYOTO Meetup Vol.66,” connecting startups and large companies, to be held in Kyoto on Oct. 29
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一般社団法人日本スタートアップ支援協会 will hold “The JSSA KYOTO Meetup Vol.66” in Kyoto on Oct. 29, 2026. With AI co-creation as its theme, the event aims to build networks among startups, large companies and investors through keynote speeches, talk sessions, pitches and exhibitor booths.
A new hub for activity opens along a daily route beyond the shopping street: “Phil Park Ichikawa” completed, a 4-minute walk from JR Ichikawa Station
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株式会社フィル・カンパニー announced the completion of “Phil Park Ichikawa,” a commercial tenant building in Ichikawa, Chiba Prefecture. Located a 4-minute walk from JR Ichikawa Station, it houses the hair salon “tricot” on the 1st and 2nd floors and the Pilates studio “COCOLANCE” on the 3rd floor.
Facts
Mainly people in their 20s to 40s
Primarily women in their 30s and 40s
The road in front of the property is approximately 5 m wide
Operates 7 locations
Site area: 121.89㎡
Completion date: July 31, 2026
Established: June 3, 2005
Companies mentioned：株式会社フィル・カンパニー、フィル・カンパニーグループ、tricot shop & hair salon 市川、tricot、COCOLANCE、COCOLANCE 市川店
CAC systematizes its Microsoft Azure support, previously provided on an individual basis, and relaunches it as the “Azure Implementation Support Service”
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株式会社シーエーシー will launch the “Azure Implementation Support Service” on Sept. 30, 2026, providing a structured offering that covers Microsoft Azure from planning through operations.
A journey to experience Tohoku’s authentic charms in a place where nature and the power of recovery thrive: official English-language website for the Minamisanriku Tourism Association launched
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一般社団法人南三陸町観光協会 has launched a new official English-language portal site for international travelers and educational institutions, sharing immersive local experiences and stories of recovery.
[Exhibiting at H.C.R. 2026] 株式会社Acalie to Unveil Latest Model of Next-Generation Mobility Brand “Robooter,” “C-Family,” in Japan for the First Time
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株式会社Acalie will exhibit at H.C.R.2026, held at Tokyo Big Sight from Oct. 7 to 9, 2026, and unveil in Japan for the first time “C-Family,” the latest model from its next-generation mobility brand “Robooter.”
“Miffy zakka Festa (2026 New Version)” to Be Held in Nara for the First Time! More Than 800 Items Gather at 近鉄百貨店奈良店 Starting Oct. 7. Venue-Exclusive Items and an “Apple Tree Photo Spot” Also Featured
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“Miffy zakka Festa (2026 New Version)” will be held for the first time at 近鉄百貨店奈良店 starting Oct. 7, 2026, with more than 800 goods, exclusive items and photo spots available.
“Tokyo Sankei Building Autumn Festival 2026” to Be Held Oct. 19 (Mon.)–Oct. 30 (Fri.), 2026
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株式会社サンケイビル will hold “Tokyo Sankei Building Autumn Festival 2026” at its flagship building, 東京サンケイビル SHOPS & RESTAURANTS, from Oct. 19 to 30, 2026. A range of programs will be offered, including a pickleball tournament, kickboxing experience, long-rope competition, food trucks, a local community fair and an art exhibition.
Facts
Monday, Oct. 19, 2026
Friday, Oct. 30
Selected from 172 entries submitted nationwide
Gift certificates worth 6,000 yen
On sale for 5,000 yen
Limited to 150 sets per day
Companies mentioned：株式会社サンケイビル、東京サンケイビル SHOPS & RESTAURANTS、Pickle Parks、大丸有U35コミュニティ、URBAN CANVAS、TOP STAR GYM、RISE、ニユートーキヨー、サッポロビール、丸の内ハニープロジェクト、OPEN CITY MARUNOUCHI、大丸有まちづくり協議会、ふくのわプロジェクト
アイメガネ Expands the Number of Stores Carrying “Even Realities” Everyday Smart Glasses to 5
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株式会社Acalie and Eye Japan have expanded the number of authorized retailers for “Even Realities” everyday smart glasses to 5 stores. Prescription lenses for “Even G2” are now available in 3 prefectures: Saitama, Tochigi and Chiba.
Facts
3 prefectures: Saitama, Tochigi and Chiba
¥99,800
Delivery is expected to take approximately 4 weeks.
Romance During Exam Season Isn’t the Enemy! 84% of Those With Experience Say It Was a “Positive.” [University Entrance Exam Survey]
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In a survey by 塾選, operated by 株式会社DeltaX, 84% of 200 people who experienced romance during the university entrance exam period said it had been “a positive.” About 70% of those admitted to their first-choice university exchanged messages daily, while keeping in-person meetings to about once a week, suggesting that maintaining a good balance affected exam results.
Facts
84.0% of respondents said it “had a positive effect”
Survey of 200 high school graduates
4.5% of respondents had experienced failing to get into any school
Second Part of Everyday-Intrusion Game “A Study Concerning 紙岡聖子 (Tentative)” to Be Released at 9 a.m. on Oct. 1 (Thu.)! The Truth Behind a Beautiful Yet Terrifying Living Urban Legend
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株式会社SANKYO will release the second part of its everyday-intrusion game “A Study Concerning 紙岡聖子 (Tentative),” co-created with ARG creator SIM3, at 9 a.m. on Oct. 1, 2026. The previous installment was experienced by more than 100,000 people in total, and its investigation materials ranked highly on Amazon.
2 More Municipalities Added, Bringing Simultaneous Rollout to 26 Municipalities Nationwide. A Leading Pioneer Bringing the National “Regional Expansion of Extracurricular Activities” Policy to Junior High Schools
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Original株式会社アーシャルデザインは、部活動地域展開支援事業「Sports Force Master&Coach」において、令和8年度に大阪府豊中市と三重県桑名市の2自治体を追加し、総計26自治体から公立中学校の業務委託を受託した。国内1位の実績を有する同社は、国策に基づく部活動改革に対応するため、フルスタック支援と専用DXアプリを提供している。
Facts
26 municipalities in total
2 municipalities newly added
185 junior high schools
A network of approximately 2,400 high-quality instructors
Report on the Preview of “Bobobo-bo Bo-bobo Exhibition: DIVE INTO THE BO-BOBO WORLD” Arrives! Tickets for the Osaka Venue Go on Sale Oct. 17 (Sat.)
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A report on the preview of “Bobobo-bo Bo-bobo Exhibition: DIVE INTO THE BO-BOBO WORLD,” an exhibition event for the anime “Bobobo-bo Bo-bobo.” The Tokyo venue will run from Sept. 30, 2026, and the Osaka venue from Jan. 8, 2027. ロングコートダディ appeared at the event, where exhibition details, merchandise information and the ticket sales date were announced.
株式会社アンデルセン・パン生活文化研究所 will hold an exhibition of original illustrations for the winning works of the “43rd Andersen Fairy Tale Awards” from Oct. 2 to 15.
日本女子大学 Launches Special Website for Planned “Faculty of Science and Engineering (tentative name)”
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日本女子大学 launched a special website on Sept. 30 for its planned “Faculty of Science and Engineering (tentative name),” which is envisioned to open in April 2029. The new faculty will offer 4 majors: mathematics and physics, information science and engineering, chemistry and life sciences, and pharmaceutical and medical engineering. Professor 永田典子 is slated to become dean.
Facts
Envisioned to open in April 2029
Special website launched Wednesday, Sept. 30
4 newly established majors
Opened the Department of Home Economics and Science in the Faculty of Home Economics, its predecessor, in 1948
For approximately 80 years, it has pursued learning and research that explore the essence of the natural sciences
エバラ食品工業株式会社 published its integrated report, “VALUE REPORT 2026,” and made it available on September 30. The report focuses on the “3 strengths” behind Ebara’s growth and covers topics including its long-term vision with targets for fiscal 2033 and progress on its medium-term management plan, “Ebara Reboot 2026.”
More than 300,000 servings sold at its Marunouchi location! THE FRONT ROOM expands its takeout “drinkable French toast” lineup to 4 varieties, adding new “Whipped Butter & Maple” and “Chestnut Cream” flavors
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株式会社HUGE will begin selling takeout sets of THE FRONT ROOM’s signature “drinkable French toast” on September 30, 2026. To mark sales surpassing 300,000 servings at the restaurant, the classic “Whipped Butter & Maple” and seasonal “Chestnut Cream” flavors are new additions, bringing the selection to 4 varieties.
Facts
Operates 48 restaurants in Japan and overseas
Sales begin September 30, 2026 (Wednesday)
Lineup of 4 varieties
Price: from ¥3,980
Companies mentioned：株式会社HUGE、THE FRONT ROOM、HUGEst.、楽天市場
[City’s first! Experiential event themed around sports and the environment] “Eco Fest Iwata 2026” to be held on Oct. 4!
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磐田市 will hold “Eco Fest Iwata 2026” at LaLaport Iwata on October 4, 2026. The event, themed around sports and the environment, will feature a decarbonization forum, an insect talk, a variety of booths and a digital stamp rally, offering opportunities to learn about and experience environmental activities.
[Event report] 達城久裕, chairman and representative director of 関通HD, speaks at 日本化薬’s security seminar for executives
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達城久裕, chairman and representative director of 関通HD, spoke at a security seminar for executives held by 日本化薬 in September 2026, discussing a 2024 ransomware incident and business continuity plans (BCP).
クラウドストライク launches AI Partner Specialization, defining the cybersecurity ecosystem for the agent era
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クラウドストライク (NASDAQ: CRWD) announced a new AI Partner Specialization within its Accelerate Partner Program, advancing an ecosystem model to secure agentic enterprises. Partners can deliver AI security through 4 pathways: resell, manage, build and deliver. The program also introduces a new Verified Agent designation. Partners including アクセンチュア, Anthropic, CoreWeave, JetStream and World Wide Technology voiced their support.
Facts
※This document is an abridged translation of a press release issued in the United States on August 31, 2026.
クラウドストライク today announced a new AI Partner Specialization within its Accelerate Partner Program.
クラウドストライク’s AI Partner Specialization creates 4 ways for partners to lead in the agent era.
monoAI technology and サクシード社 win contract for 大阪市教育委員会’s “Educational Support Center (Metaverse) Model Project”
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monoAI technology株式会社 and 株式会社サクシード have been commissioned by 大阪市教育委員会 to carry out its “Educational Support Center (Metaverse) Model Project,” providing learning, counseling and social interaction support in a metaverse space for students who do not attend school.
Facts
September 2026–March 2028
Supports simultaneous connections for up to 1,000 users
Capital: 50 million yen
Capital: ¥337.72 million
The number nationwide has topped 350,000, a record high
[Toho Village, Fukuoka] THE DOG CAMPUS -KOISHIWARA- draws large crowds for 5 days during Silver Week as visitors flock to its dog park, open for day use without an overnight stay (weekdays from ¥500)
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THE DOG CAMPUS -KOISHIWARA-, operated by サステナブルホールディングス株式会社, began offering day use of its dog park to visitors who are not staying overnight when it grand-opened, welcoming a total of 150 visitors over 5 days during Silver Week.
[2,435 children on waiting lists, up for the first time in nine years; number of children using services falls for the fifth consecutive year] Trends diverge between Japan overall and Tokyo. 明日香 examines enrollment and workforce retention by region and age
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株式会社明日香 analyzed data from こども家庭庁 as of April 2026 and found that the number of children on waiting lists nationwide rose for the first time in nine years, while the number of children using services fell for the fifth consecutive year. The number of children using services increased in Tokyo in particular, highlighting a pronounced regional supply-demand gap. The company recommends a policy shift away from simply adding facilities and toward retaining childcare workers, making use of staff at the regional level, and providing high-quality support that meets diverse childcare needs.
Facts
There are 2,435 children on waiting lists nationwide
This is the first increase from the previous year in nine years
The number declined for the fifth consecutive year
A total of 2,646,756 children use childcare centers and other services
The capacity utilization rate fell to 87.7% from 88.4% the previous year
96.0% of children on waiting lists are aged 0–2
There are 189 municipalities with children on waiting lists
In Tokyo, 325,918 children use childcare services
That was an increase of 774 from the previous year
Tokyo accounts for 45.7% of the nationwide total of 2,435
キールズ and New York sweets shop Milkbar are collaborating for the first time, launching a limited-quantity “Sweets × Body Care” collection on Nov. 6, 2026.
Raputa ASRS, a flexible automated warehouse system, surpasses 30 adoption sites and more than 10 operational sites
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ラピュタロボティクス announced that its flexible automated warehouse system, Raputa ASRS, has been adopted at more than 30 sites and is operating at more than 10 sites, as of September 2026.
株式会社Matchbox Technologies, commissioned by 新発田市 to build the single-day, short-hour work-matching platform “Shibata Matchbox,” will hold information sessions for local businesses on Oct. 7 and 8 ahead of the service launch on Nov. 1, 2026.
Facts
The service will launch on Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
Adopted by more than 16,000 businesses to date
More than 50 patents have been filed in Japan and overseas
A total of 19 patents, including basic patents, have been granted
ヒルトン released its “2027 Global Trends Report,” which found that Japanese travelers prioritize travel that reflects who they are, trust their mothers and hotel staff as sources of advice, and tend to seek short trips, well-being and personal growth.
Facts
Survey of more than 14,000 travelers worldwide
Including more than 1,000 people in Japan
76% of Japanese travelers trust hotel staff
42% of Japanese travelers said they had “discovered new interests at their destination”
62% of Japanese travelers said “being in a natural environment is essential for relaxation”
35% of Japanese travelers said they prefer planning trips that let them enjoy many experiences even over a short period
More than half of Japanese respondents (57%) feel the same pressure
Today, 60% plan trips based on their own values and preferences
23% of Japanese travelers said they had traveled to a destination alone and met up with friends or family there
About 1 in 5 Japanese respondents (23%) said they trust advice from people with membership status more than advice from those without it
Likewise, 23% said they envy friends with a higher membership status than their own
65% of Japanese travelers said having a trip planned boosts their motivation at work
40% of Japanese travelers seek experiences that help them unwind and reset mentally and physically
61% said travel refreshes them in a way that everyday life cannot
62% of Japanese travelers said fresh air and time in nature are essential for relaxing while traveling
More than half (53%) said they spend more time in nature while traveling than in their daily lives
While 86% of Japanese travelers consider “less than 2 days” a short trip
A diverse portfolio of 28 brands and more than 9,400 hotels
Doing only the minimum required work is not “quiet quitting”
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A survey by 株式会社リクルートマネジメントソリューションズ found that employees who do only the minimum required work fall into 2 categories: “meaning-switchers” and “quiet quitters.” It indicated that the latter group’s work style may change through management by supervisors and improvements to the work environment.
Facts
1,393 early-career and mid-career employees in their 1st–12th year at the company
1st–12th year at the company
4th–8th year
9th year and beyond
Effects on work engagement were confirmed in 30–45% of cases
Specific sugar chains in breast milk may be associated with infections and allergies in infants
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Snow Brand Megmilk and BeanStalk Snow published a study in the European Journal of Nutrition, based on the results of the 3rd National Breast Milk Survey, suggesting that certain oligosaccharides in breast milk 1–2 months after childbirth may be associated with a history of bronchitis or food allergies in infants.
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Breast milk 1–2 months after childbirth
History of bronchitis in infants up to age 1
Among 200 Japanese mother-child pairs
In addition to 11 types of HMOs
28 types of glycoprotein sugar chains were measured