Uravation releases a free “PoC Checklist” to ensure Claude Code business automation doesn’t stop at “it worked.” The checklist covers 3 phases—before the PoC, during execution and evaluation—and includes 6 pages showing actual Claude Code screens
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株式会社Uravation has released a free resource, “Claude Code Business Automation PoC Checklist,” to help ensure that PoCs (pilot implementations) of business automation using Claude Code do not stop at “it worked,” but instead lead to decisions to continue, change or discontinue.
Facts
30-page landscape PDF
September 22, 2026
In providing the service to more than 100 companies
3 phases: before the PoC, during execution and evaluation
[Limited to the first 5 companies] Increase reseller commissions to 25% for up to 5 sales! Includes collaboration track record with generative AI training companies: e-learning system “LearnO”
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Mogic株式会社 is running a campaign to recruit resellers for its e-learning system “LearnO,” offering a wholesale price discount to the first 5 companies that sign contracts by Oct. 30, 2026.
Facts
Limited to the first 5 companies
25% off for up to 5 sales
Contracts signed by Oct. 30, 2026
Track record: 3,800 companies / more than 600,000 monthly users
Demonstration of technology to expand local 5G coverage for expressways using radio wave reflectors and distributed antenna systems (DAS)
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The University of Tokyo, AGC, Toshiba, Anritsu and NEC Networks & System Integration demonstrated a technology that efficiently expands local 5G coverage inside expressways while limiting radio-wave leakage outside the roads by combining radio-wave reflectors with a distributed antenna system (DAS).
株式会社レビックグローバル released the e-learning course “Information Security Lessons from Failure: 5 Habits You Can Start Today” for general employees on September 30, 2026.
【CONVERSE】New Fall/Winter 2026 “SPORTSWEAR” collection unveiled; latest visuals released for the “SUPER ACTIVE SYNTHETIC DENIM” series
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コンバース has announced its Fall/Winter 2026 “SPORTSWEAR” collection. The lineup includes new products combining functionality and fashion, centered on the water-repellent, lightweight “SUPER ACTIVE SYNTHETIC DENIM” series, as well as sweatshirts and hoodies.
50 student-apartment rooms opened free of charge as accommodation for Tohoku University applicants struggling to find lodging due to a global gaming event
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株式会社ジェイ・エス・ビー will open 50 student-apartment rooms it operates free of charge to Tohoku University applicants and their families, citing accommodation shortages in Sendai due to a global gaming event in November 2026.
HRBrain publishes an interview article about its implementation at JA Mitsui Leasing.
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株式会社HRBrain published an interview article about the implementation of its “HRBrain Organizational Diagnosis Survey” at JA Mitsui Leasing. The company achieved a 99.7% response rate with a named survey and successfully established a site-led PDCA cycle and the groundwork for human capital disclosure.
IP marketing platform “Skettt” to exhibit at the 16th Digital Marketing EXPO [Autumn]
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株式会社Wunderbar operates the IP marketing platform “Skettt” and will exhibit at the 16th Digital Marketing EXPO [Autumn], taking place at Makuhari Messe from October 21 to 23, 2026.
シーボン offers limited-time Pink Ribbon Campaign point-redemption item with a donation
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株式会社シーボン announced a campaign offering a “point-redemption item with a donation” for a limited time starting October 1, 2026, in conjunction with Pink Ribbon Month in October.
“Akakara Hon-Atsugi” to celebrate its grand opening on October 10, 2026!
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株式会社鉄人エンタープライズ, operator of Karaoke no Tetsujin, announced that it will open “Akakara Hon-Atsugi,” a franchise location of “Akakara,” operated by 株式会社甲羅, on October 10, 2026.
Facts
156 locations nationwide (as of September 1, 2026)
＼Halloween treats from Freshness／A taste of autumn joins the popular scone sandwich. Introducing “Pumpkin & Cream Cheese”!
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株式会社フレッシュネス will launch its new “Pumpkin & Cream Cheese” scone sandwich at フレッシュネスバーガー for a limited time during the Halloween season, starting October 1, 2026.
Kajima Corporation and Dynamic Map Platform’s demonstration toward the social implementation of automated logistics roads selected for a 国土交通省 project
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Kajima Corporation and Dynamic Map Platform, together with Mitsubishi Electric and Seino Transportation, were selected for 国土交通省’s automated logistics road demonstration project. Starting in November 2026, they will verify driving performance using ZELOS vehicles at Narita International Airport and demonstrate equipment simplification using fiber-optic sensing.
Facts
Joint proposal by 4 companies
Reiwa 8 fiscal year: Demonstration toward the social implementation of automated logistics roads
“Countermeasures to the declining birthrate” are about more than raising children: considering Sendai’s future through marriage and meeting people; Sendai’s mayor, experts, businesses and residents discuss the declining birthrate
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株式会社ZWEI took part in a roundtable discussion on countermeasures to the declining birthrate at Sendai City Hall on August 10, 2026, discussing support for marriage and meeting people, as well as promoting relocation by leveraging a nationwide network.
Facts
54 locations nationwide
August 10, 2026
The total fertility rate was “1.00” in 2025
Tokyo (0.96)
About 80% of people who hope to get married
About 25,000 people in Sendai use “Luna Luna”
33,000 yen off the initial membership fee (tax included)
Supporting young Japanese students taking on the world and shaping the next generation! エイブル＆パートナーズ sponsors STEM Racing team “ABLE WindBreaker,” which will compete in the STEM Racing world championship in October
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株式会社エイブル＆パートナーズ has decided to sponsor “ABLE WindBreaker,” a student team participating in the international STEM education program “STEM Racing,” and will support the team as it competes as Japan’s representative at the world championship in October.
【武蔵野美術大学】Showcasing research and practical achievements created in collaboration with society: “Ichigaya Innovation Days 2026: Unraveling Learning”
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武蔵野美術大学ソーシャルクリエイティブ研究所 will hold “Ichigaya Innovation Days 2026: Unraveling Learning” at its Ichigaya Campus on November 14 and 15, 2026, featuring an exhibition of collaborative research outcomes and a keynote address by Yuki Anzai.
Facts
Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026
Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026
This event, now in its 3rd year,
General admission / 2,000 yen
Students / 1,000 yen
武蔵野美術大学, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2029,
【October 27】KDDI Message Cast, a corporate messaging service, to hold joint seminar with Salesforce at “KDDI SUMMIT 2026”
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KDDI Message Cast, a business messaging service jointly operated by Supership and KDDI, will hold an experiential seminar combining Salesforce’s AI agent Agentforce with SMS/RCS at KDDI SUMMIT 2026, to be held on Oct. 27, 2026.
[pure coco TOKYO] Launching 2 fall/winter-exclusive flavors on Oct. 14 (Wed.): seasonal editions of signature product Pure Coco in “Raspberry” and “Caramel”
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Kyoto-based confectionery company 株式会社庫や, which operates the Tokyo-born sweets brand ピュアココ TOKYO, will launch the fall/winter-exclusive flavors “Raspberry” and “Caramel” on Oct. 14, 2026.
[Survey on information use in corporate purchasing in the age of AI search] More than 80% said, “Articles and materials centered on explanations I have read before are less worth reading”
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According to a survey jointly conducted by 株式会社Bizibl Technologies and IDEATECH, 82% of corporate purchasing representatives in the age of AI search feel that content focused on familiar explanations has lost value; purchasing decisions call for distinctive details such as “background” and “constraints.”
Facts
82.0% said, “Articles and materials centered on explanations I have read in other articles or materials are less worth reading than they were 1–2 years ago”
85.3% said, “Even if results are not quantified, specific accounts of the work and decision-making process of the person in charge can inform purchasing decisions”
[Financial IT EXPO 2026] Networking event theme set as “Festival”! Creating a lively forum for exchanging ideas through finance and entertainment | セミナーインフォ
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株式会社セミナーインフォ and 株式会社グッドウェイ have chosen “Festival” as the theme for the information-exchange event at Financial IT EXPO 2026, to be held on Dec. 8, 2026.
Next-generation commerce platform NEW PORT certified as an eligible tool under the “Digitalization and AI Adoption Subsidy 2026”
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The next-generation commerce platform NEW PORT, operated by スカイファーム株式会社, has been certified as an eligible IT tool under the “Digitalization and AI Adoption Subsidy 2026 (Standard Category).” This allows small and medium-sized businesses and others to receive subsidies of up to 2分の1 for cloud usage fees and implementation-related expenses.
Kärcher to exhibit at “Cleaning Robots Assemble,” a cleaning robot experience event (Oct. 9 at the Robot Company Exchange Hub Robolink / Fujisawa, Kanagawa Prefecture)
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Kärcher Japan will exhibit at “Cleaning Robots Assemble,” an event to be held in Fujisawa, Kanagawa Prefecture, on Oct. 9, 2026, showcasing the commercial robot vacuum cleaner “KIRA CV 50” and conducting a live demonstration.
“2026 Saitama Hanno Music Festival” to be held on Oct. 11, 2026 (Sun.)! Tickets now available through チケットペイ!
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株式会社ペイメントフォー announced that it will hold the “2026 Saitama Hanno Music Festival” at Hanno Civic Hall’s Main Hall on Oct. 11, 2026, with tickets now on sale through チケットペイ.
エムオーテックス strengthens Android management features in IT asset management and MDM service “LANSCOPE Endpoint Manager Cloud Edition,” adding support for authentication and device control using Google Workspace accounts
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エムオーテックス will enhance Android management features in its cloud-based IT asset management and MDM service and begin offering new features, including authentication and device control using Google Workspace accounts, on Sept. 30, 2026.
Facts
Available starting September 30, 2026
4 new features added
If the noncompliant status continues for 90 days
Devices running Android 15 or later
More than 20,000 companies have adopted the service to date
Discover more about birds. The more you learn, the more you’ll love them. The 1st Bird Certification Exam is coming!
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日販セグモ株式会社 announced that it will hold the 1st Bird Certification Exam, testing knowledge of birds, nationwide on Feb. 14, 2027, at venues in Tokyo and Osaka and online. Registration opens on the official website today, alongside an early-bird application campaign.
Facts
Sunday, February 14, 2027
Beginner (Friend): ¥5,000
Intermediate (Master): ¥6,600
Discount for taking both beginner and intermediate exams: ¥10,440
“Kyoto Rusk, made to pair with Japanese tea,” launches using underutilized resources!
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株式会社ビオスタイル, in collaboration with 美濃与, a long-established Kyoto kinako maker, will launch 3 varieties of “Kyoto Rusk, made to pair with Japanese tea,” on Oct. 1, 2026. The packaging has been changed to an aluminum pouch to help reduce food waste, and the “Black Soybean Kinako” flavor uses upcycled by-product ingredients.
First-ever event! Special project by 大阪信用金庫 and MOBIO: “Find the Hidden Gems!” Exhibition of Manufacturing Companies with Technical Strength and Distinctive Expertise
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MOBIO and 大阪信用金庫 will jointly hold a special exhibition from Oct. 2 to 29 at the MOBIO permanent exhibition hall, featuring 17 small and medium-sized businesses with technical expertise and distinctive strengths.
Facts
Boasts 200 booths, one of the largest in Japan
We hold approximately 10 special exhibitions annually
Nomura Real Estate HD automates company-wide requests to approximately 10,000 employees and tracks progress with PKSHA AI Back Office
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株式会社PKSHA Technology announced that Nomura Real Estate Holdings began using “PKSHA AI Request Management,” added to “PKSHA AI Back Office,” companywide in September 2026. This automates the distribution and progress tracking of requests to approximately 10,000 people on Microsoft Teams, helping reduce workloads and prevent omissions.
Ease worries about choosing a school uniform for junior high school in Nakatsu City! Early try-on event and “SDGs Halloween Cape” workshop using leftover uniform fabric to be held at 「学生服のマツダゆめタウン店」
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「学生服のマツダ ゆめタウン店」, operated by 「菅公学生服株式会社」, will hold an early try-on event and an SDGs Halloween cape workshop for students preparing to enter junior high school in Nakatsu City.
Brangista enters the hometown tax donation business
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株式会社ブランジスタ announced that its consolidated subsidiary Tabiiro Travel has acquired the business of “Furusato Travel,” a hometown tax donation service with on-site payment, from Marubeni, marking the group’s first full-scale entry into the business.
When does a mountain emergency begin? A former mountain rescue team member discusses the “judgment” and “equipment” needed to return safely from autumn hikes
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株式会社finetrack will hold a seminar on “judgment” and “equipment,” based on mountain accident cases from autumn, at its directly operated store finetrack TOKYO BASE on October 14, 2026, with 松村和大氏, representative of MEROS, as the instructor.
Vortex strengthens the group’s Karuizawa vacation home business
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株式会社ボルテックス announced that its group company 株式会社クリエイトホールディングス has launched “MILENOA,” a new-build vacation home brand in Karuizawa. It has completed 32 homes since 2016 and supports ownership through a 3-company structure covering real estate, construction and management. 4 homes are currently for sale.
More than “200 cups’ worth” at most! A luxurious assortment set available for a limited time to celebrate “International Coffee Day,” on sale in limited quantities at the UCC official online store from September 30 (Wed.)
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To celebrate “International Coffee Day” on October 1, UCC Ueshima Coffee will release luxurious coffee-tasting sets in limited quantities through its official online store from September 30, 2026. The lineup includes a large coffee bean set with more than 200 cups’ worth at most and a set of 100 single-serve drip coffees.
Facts
Original2026年9月30日（水）10:00より
“International Coffee Day” on October 1
Approximately 2kg of coffee beans in total
We will deliver 100 cups’ worth
Sales for the fiscal year ended December 2025 were 471 billion yen
AVILEN improves review quality and reduces workload in a proof-of-concept test of AI to support internal document reviews
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株式会社AVILEN conducted a proof-of-concept test of generative AI to support internal document review work in collaboration with 大手SIer企業, confirming improvements in review quality and reductions in workload.
Facts
Internal documents totaling several thousand pages annually
Mainly 3 perspectives
Approximately 1000 companies, mainly publicly listed firms
[Monitoring even in places without Wi-Fi or power!] Tapo’s first 4G LTE security camera, “Tapo C665G KIT,” goes on sale October 29
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ティーピーリンクジャパン will begin selling “Tapo C665G KIT,” the first solar-powered 4G LTE security camera from the Tapo brand, on October 29, 2026. A special 30% discount will apply to advance reservations.
Facts
Sales begin on October 29 (Thu.), 2026
Special price at 30% OFF
September 30 (Wed.) to October 15, 2026
Through Thursday, October 15
Expected retail price: 38,800 yen (tax included)
Special advance reservation price: 27,160 yen (tax included)
Two new brown shades from “mimuco (ミムコ),” the colored contact lens brand produced by hugely popular beauty video creator かわにしみきさん, let you choose between softly sweet days and subtly mature moments!
[Adopted by more than 1,500 companies] HR Ads Platform, an operational job advertising platform connecting companies and job seekers, begins integration with 株式会社ツクリックス’s job search app “ハローワークの仕事検索”
[Survey on customer harassment] 54.7% of lodging facilities have experienced it; only 19.3% have completed countermeasures. Staff shortages and lack of expertise are obstacles.
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A survey conducted by 株式会社ダイブグループ found that 54.7% of lodging facilities had experienced customer harassment in the past 1–3 years, while only 19.3% had completed measures covering all 6 items in the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare's guidelines. Staff shortages and a lack of expertise were cited as obstacles to taking action.
Facts
Countermeasures against customer harassment will become mandatory on Oct. 1, 2026.
46.4% of companies in the lodging and food service industries have received consultations about customer harassment.
Industry-wide average (27.9%)
“Abusive language, yelling and other intimidating behavior” (66.7%)
“Repeated excessive complaints” (63.8%)
Demands for money or excessive services also account for nearly half (48.6%).
“Some measures taken, others not yet started” accounts for 58.3%.
The biggest obstacle to preparing is “staff shortages” (43.2%).
“We don't know what to do and lack the know-how” (34.8%).
“Sharing countermeasure examples and success stories from other facilities” was the most common response (62.5%).
Further expanding ネクステージ's network of stores in Gunma Prefecture! Selling your car is now more convenient. ネクステージ高崎店 to open in Takasaki, Gunma Prefecture. Grand opening Saturday, Oct. 3.
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株式会社ネクステージ will open a new ネクステージ高崎店 in Takasaki, Gunma Prefecture. The store will begin operations on Sept. 28, 2026, and hold its grand opening on Oct. 3. The company aims to expand its share of the car-buying market by pursuing a strategy of opening stores in major cities across the prefecture.
エフピコ and 旬グループ join forces under the “Eco Store Collaborative Declaration,” actively using “eco products” to reduce CO2 emissions.
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株式会社エフピコ and 旬グループ announced the “Eco Store Collaborative Declaration” to reduce CO2 emissions and make effective use of resources. They will begin actively using eco products at 38 stores.
大和財託 manages 11,152 units with a 99.11% occupancy rate. Rents were successfully raised at approximately 90% of properties re-listed after tenants moved out, boosting owners' income.
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大和財託株式会社 had 11,152 units under management and achieved a 99.11% occupancy rate as of the end of August 2026. It successfully raised rents at approximately 90% of properties re-listed after tenants moved out, increasing owners' income.
Facts
11,152 units under management
99.11% occupancy rate
89.8% success rate for rent increases
62.2% success rate for rent increases at contract renewal
944 properties re-listed after tenants moved out
Rent increases were successfully achieved at 848 properties.
Average rent increase: 7.46%
1,623 properties eligible for renewal
Rent increases were successfully achieved at 1,009 properties.
Offering clear cases with high impact resistance and screen protectors with anti-reflective features. Accessories for the Galaxy Z Flip8/Z Fold8 series now on sale.
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ベルキン株式会社 will launch 4 protective cases and screen protectors compatible with the Galaxy Z Flip8 and Z Fold8 series on Sept. 28. The products use Belkin's proprietary nano-titanium technology to deliver impact resistance while maintaining clarity. They are Samsung SMAPP certified and also use environmentally conscious materials.
“Strap ema” carry passengers' wishes aboard ことでん trains; after being displayed for six months, they will be dedicated to Kotohira-gu Shrine.
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株式会社あるやうむ will sell “Strap Ema,” an experiential product that lets purchasers display an ema plaque on a hand strap aboard 高松琴平電気鉄道（ことでん） trains for 6 months through the NFT platform TOKKEN. The price is 12,000 yen, with a limited 60 slots. After the display period, the plaques will be dedicated to Kotohira-gu Shrine, and purchasers will receive a digital NFT.
Cybozu releases first installment of “Survey on AI Use at Large Enterprises”—63% of large enterprises have formulated AI strategies
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サイボウズ株式会社 has released the first installment of its “Survey on AI Use at Large Enterprises,” covering 551 companies with 1,000 or more employees. The results show that 63% of companies have formulated an AI strategy, while executives lead the effort at 72% of companies. In addition, 60% of companies are promoting and using AI across the organization, and more than 90% are engaged in AI use in some form.
[Tokyo Great Bears] Announcement of official partnership agreement with Vポイントマーケティング株式会社
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株式会社グレートベアーズ has signed an official partnership agreement with Vポイントマーケティング株式会社 and will roll out fan engagement initiatives using V Points throughout the 2026-27 season.
Holding the “Group 222-Store Milestone Grand Appreciation Sale”: 山下本気うどん offers 4 popular menu items at special prices exclusively to official app members!
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株式会社ガーデン will run a special-price campaign on 4 menu items exclusively for members of 山下本気うどん's official app, commemorating the group's total store count surpassing 222.
Schoo signs regional partnership with Kyoto-based しくみスタジオ
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株式会社Schoo has signed a regional partnership with Kyoto-based 株式会社しくみスタジオ and will jointly roll out the regional co-creation human resource development service “Schoo Mesh” in Kyoto Prefecture in spring 2027.
[Autumn is in full swing!! Pacific saury, salmon and returning bonito!] Autumn-limited menu available at 82 庄や locations in October!! Enjoy autumn with limited-edition “hiyaoroshi” sake
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株式会社大庄 will begin offering 11 seasonal menu items for October 2026 at 82 locations of the neighborhood tavern 庄や. Customers can pair autumn ingredients such as Pacific saury and salmon with “hiyaoroshi” sake from 土佐鶴酒造 and 八戸酒造.
New graduate recruitment service ワンキャリア's scouting service surpasses 5,000 client companies cumulatively
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株式会社ワンキャリア announced that the cumulative number of companies using the scouting service of its new graduate recruitment service ワンキャリア surpassed 5,000 as of September 2026.
The rock festival AIR JAM, hosted by Hi-STANDARD, is back for the first time in 8 years! A campaign inviting fans to drink モンスターエナジー and attend AIR JAM 2026 starts October 1 (Thu.)!
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モンスターエナジージャパン will launch a campaign exclusively at ベルク on October 1, 2026, offering prizes including a pair of tickets, as the rock festival AIR JAM 2026, hosted by Hi-STANDARD, returns for the first time in 8 years.
Additional investment in U.S. artist management company S10 Entertainment & Media to strengthen efforts to create global hits
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エイベックス has acquired an additional stake in U.S. artist management company S10 Entertainment & Media and will strengthen its global strategy by advancing its integration with its U.S. subsidiary AMGL.
Facts
2024
Mar. 2025
Total of $100 million
(approximately 15 billion yen)
Companies mentioned：エイベックス株式会社、S10 Entertainment & Media、Avex Music Group LLC、AMGL、S10 Entertainment & Media LLC
Sales launch of a solution that automates server certificate renewal and supports business continuity
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株式会社日立ソリューションズ began selling its Server Certificate Auto-Renewal Solution on September 30, automating the process from server certificate discovery through renewal. Combining DigiCert社's “DigiCert Trust Lifecycle Manager (TLM)” with consulting services from 日立ソリューションズ, the solution reduces operational workloads and system outage risks associated with the shortened certificate validity period (47 days) from March 15, 2029, and supports the transition to PQC.
Facts
Sales begin September 30
From March 15, 2029
The validity period will be shortened to 47 days
From the current maximum of 200 days
Companies mentioned：株式会社日立ソリューションズ、日立ソリューションズ、DigiCert社、デジサート・ジャパン合同会社、DigiCert, Inc.
ザ・ディーコン, a brand challenging conventional notions of Scotch whisky, launches new product “ザ・ディーコン ブラック,” featuring a prominent fruity character and delicate smokiness, on October 19 (Mon.)
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ペルノ・リカール・ジャパン will launch “ザ・ディーコン ブラック,” a new Scotch whisky from the brand ザ・ディーコン, on October 19. This premium blended Scotch whisky features fruity notes and delicate smokiness. It has an alcohol content of 40%, a volume of 700ml and a suggested retail price of 3,800 yen (before tax).
Facts
On sale from October 19 (Mon.)
Alcohol content (ABV): 40%
Volume: 700 ml
Suggested retail price (RRP): 3,800 yen (before tax)
KMユナイテッド streamlines HR and labor relations operations by implementing “Agentforce”
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株式会社セールスフォース・ジャパン announced that 株式会社KMユナイテッド has implemented the AI agent platform “Agentforce,” streamlining HR and labor relations operations. The implementation reduced inquiries by 90%.
Visa, Pulse and SBPS team up to launch Japan's first Visa discount campaign in online payments
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Visa, Pulse and SBPS are working together to launch a Japan-first 「Visa割」 campaign in online payments, and will start a cashback campaign for the PC game 「AION2」, offered by NC Corporation and エヌ・シー・ジャパン.
Facts
Sept. 30, 2026
2,000 yen or more
5％
15％
30％
10,000 yen
Companies mentioned：ビザ・ワールドワイド・ジャパン株式会社、Visa、Pulse Global Limited、Pulse、SBペイメントサービス株式会社、SBPS、NC Corporation、エヌ・シー・ジャパン株式会社
Items featuring striking scenes and motifs from the film Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban are here! On sale from October 14 (Wed.) at アフタヌーンティー・リビング
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Lifestyle brand アフタヌーンティー・リビング will launch a collection featuring motifs from Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban on October 14, in partnership with ワーナーブラザース・ディスカバリー.
Analyze IoT data using natural language with AI; a free plan for all accounts added to SORACOM Query
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株式会社ソラコム added a free plan available to all accounts to its IoT data analysis service SORACOM Query and improved the service with enhanced AI analysis features and the launch of a schema reference site.
アパマンショップ to release the 21st installment of its “50-Sound Dance” series, “Chita Edition,” on September 30
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APAMAN株式会社 will release the 21st installment of its “50-Sound Dance Project,” in which its official character Bear-kun dances to themes inspired by towns around Japan. The “Chita Edition” will be released on September 30, 2026.
＼First directly operated store in Kyushu／ Showa Nishikawa FACTORY STORE Hakata to open on October 3 (Sat.)!
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昭和西川株式会社 will open SHOWA NISHIKAWA FACTORY STORE 博多店 in Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture, on October 3, its first directly operated store in Kyushu. Customers can try bedding such as MuAtsu mattresses and custom-made pillows, and an opening commemorative campaign will run through November 1.
Facts
Oct. 3, 2026 (Saturday)
Through Sunday, Nov. 1
20% OFF
10 a.m.–8 p.m.
Companies mentioned：昭和西川株式会社、SHOWA NISHIKAWA FACTORY STORE 博多店
A Tokyo winter tradition: the 400-meter Keyakizaka Illumination lights up! ROPPONGI HILLS CHRISTMAS 2026
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ROPPONGI HILLS CHRISTMAS 2026 will be held at Roppongi Hills, operated by 森ビル株式会社, from November 5 to December 25. Events will include the Keyakizaka Illumination, illuminations at 66 Plaza and Mohri Garden, a Christmas tree at West Walk, and a German-style Christmas market.
A heartwarming holiday season across 5 Hills: CHRISTMAS HILLS 2026 starts November 5
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森ビル株式会社 will hold CHRISTMAS HILLS 2026 from November 5 at 5 properties: Roppongi Hills, Azabudai Hills, Toranomon Hills, Omotesando Hills and Ark Hills, with events including illuminations and Christmas markets.
Sales begin for a “Helicopter Panorama Cruise” using the Nikko-Kirifuri Plateau Heliport, which opened this year!
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Tobu Top Tours has begun selling a “Helicopter Panorama Cruise” using the Nikko-Kirifuri Plateau Heliport, which opened this year. Operating from October 2, 2026, through November 23, the tour offers aerial views of scenic spots including Mount Nantai and Lake Chuzenji.
Tiger Corporation technology added to the National Museum of Nature and Science's Future Technology Heritage collection; attends ceremony to receive certificate and commemorative plaque.
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Tiger Corporation's Lever-Operated Air Pot, PNB model, added to the National Museum of Nature and Science's Future Technology Heritage collection; CEO 菊池嘉聡 attended the presentation ceremony.
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FY2026 “Essential Historical Materials for Science and Technology (nickname: Future Technology Heritage)
At the National Museum of Nature and Science on September 29, 2026
Lever-Operated Air Pot, PNB model (manufactured in 1985)
Made it possible to reduce the overall height by 60 mm compared with previous models
Tobu Top Tours, 亜細亜大学 and FSDi sign a comprehensive partnership agreement
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Tobu Top Tours signed a comprehensive partnership agreement with 亜細亜大学 and 一般社団法人未来社会デザイン機構（FSDi）, launching a 3-party collaboration focused on regional revitalization and talent development.
A shift in thinking from “tourists” to “local community contributors”: announcing ideas for a new model to put regional revitalization into practice!
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With the cooperation of 共創 members of 一般社団法人未来社会デザイン機構（FSDi）, 東武トップツアーズ株式会社 held the “Future Society Design Contest 2026 Final Proposal Presentation” and announced 4 regional revitalization plans based on fieldwork in Shiga Kogen, Nagano Prefecture, and Tojinbo, Fukui Prefecture.
A new lineup featuring merino wool is here in the collaboration socks with LOFTMAN
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福助株式会社 will launch a new lineup made with merino wool in SHAPERS by LOFTMAN, its collaboration socks with long-established casual select shop LOFTMAN, from September 30, 2026.
A chance to think about a sustainable future. ジェイアール京都伊勢丹 holds “think good”
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ジェイアール京都伊勢丹 will hold “think good,” an initiative for a sustainable society, starting Oct. 7. The event will showcase sustainable products and culture across 4 themes, including brands such as ディーゼル, ワコール, 俵屋もなか and kotohayokozawa, as well as projects by 京都商工会議所.
“Is it true that money spent locally comes back to the community?” A poop-themed learning workbook created in collaboration with 城北信用金庫 teaches the relationship between money and local communities
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株式会社文響社 has collaborated with 城北信用金庫 to create and release an educational booklet, “Unko Drill: Money and the Community,” and a puzzle game, “Connect! Unko Radio,” which teach about the ties between local communities and money.
KDDI adopts “TechTouch” for its on-site maintenance support system for base stations, streamlining complex data entry for maintenance and operations information requests.
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KDDI has adopted the digital adoption platform “テックタッチ” from テックタッチ株式会社 for its on-site maintenance support system for base stations, streamlining complex data entry and significantly reducing data entry errors.
Develops relay-start training for competitive swimming that cuts 0.3 seconds: Dramatically reduces competitive swimming relay exchange time to the world-leading “0.05 seconds”!
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A joint study by Niigata University of Health and Welfare and 株式会社ルネサンス found that 8 weeks of training reduced the average swimming relay exchange time from 0.31 seconds to 0.05 seconds. The results were published in the Journal of Sports Sciences.
Facts
The average exchange time of “0.31 seconds”
Was dramatically reduced to an average of “0.05 seconds”
8 weeks of land-based training
The 5m split time was reduced by about 0.2 seconds
SBI FXトレードNEOBANK raises yen ordinary deposit interest rate to 0.60% per year (before tax)
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SBI FXトレード株式会社 and Docomo SMTB Net Bank announced that they will raise the annual interest rate on yen ordinary deposits at SBI FXトレードNEOBANK to 0.60% (before tax) starting Oct. 1, 2026.
電通総研 launches latest version of integrated HCM solution, “POSITIVE (ポジティブ) Ver.7.2”
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株式会社電通総研 will begin offering the integrated HCM solution “POSITIVE Ver.7.2” on Sept. 30, 2026. The new “Employee Portal” and enhanced My Number Portal integration are designed to improve operational efficiency and accuracy.
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From September 30, 2026 (Wednesday)
Version 7.2
Expands manager approvals from 5 levels to 10
Expands approvals within the HR department from 2 levels to 5
【Osaka Point × WiFiBOX】20-times-points campaign for WiFiBOX units installed at 23 Osaka Metro stations
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株式会社テレコムスクエア is partnering with Osaka Metro’s points service, “Osaka Point,” to run a limited-time campaign from Oct. 1 to 31, 2026. Customers using WiFiBOX units at 24 locations across 23 Osaka Metro stations will earn 20 times the usual Osaka Point rewards.
Essential reading for website operators! “AI Search Magazine: September Issue” now available
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株式会社CINC has released the September issue of “AI Search Magazine,” which reports on the latest trends in SEO and AI search optimization (GEO/LLMO). This month’s topics include the completion of Google’s Spam Update, the rollout of generative AI search features, the integration of Generative UI and Gemini Notebook, and enhancements to AI Mode.
Facts
Founded: April 2014
Securities code: 4378
Companies mentioned：株式会社CINC、CINC、Google、株式会社CINC capital
【Arao City and Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture; Omuta City, Fukuoka Prefecture】Partial reimbursement of conference fees, average overtime of 1 hour per month, and no night shifts. 医療法人樹尚会 佐藤眼科グループ earns “White Company Certification (Regular)” for robust professional development support and flexible work arrangements
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医療法人樹尚会 佐藤眼科グループ has received “White Company Certification (Regular)” from 一般財団法人日本次世代企業普及機構（ホワイト財団）. Its flexible work environment, including partial reimbursement of conference fees and average overtime of 1 hour per month, was recognized.
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Effective Sept. 1, 2026
Strict assessment criteria covering 70 items
A total of 700 companies have received this certification
More than 3,500 intraocular surgeries annually
Average overtime of 1 hour per month
About 70 staff members across multiple professions
Electric scooters and electric-assist bicycles from “LUUP” now available at Solana Smart INN富士吉田 in Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi Prefecture
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株式会社Luup will conduct a trial of electric scooters and electric-assist bicycles at Solana Smart INN富士吉田, operated by ソラナリゾート in Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi Prefecture, from Sept. 19 to Dec. 18, 2026, as part of “LUUP for Community.”
LOVOT joins the world of TBS’s Sunday drama “VIVANT”; collaboration items debut. On sale first at 日本橋三越本店 starting Wednesday, Oct. 7. A key charm featuring LOVOT in a costume from the show is also available.
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GROOVE X株式会社 will launch collaboration items with TBS’s Sunday drama “VIVANT” for advance sale at 日本橋三越本店 starting Oct. 7, with online sales beginning Oct. 21.
Exhibiting at the Accounting and Finance Systems Expo, a specialized exhibition at the 4th Back Office DXPO Fukuoka '26
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株式会社ミロク情報サービス will exhibit at the Accounting and Finance Systems Expo, a specialized exhibition at the 4th Back Office DXPO Fukuoka '26, taking place at Marine Messe Fukuoka from October 20 to 21, 2026, and will showcase solutions including ERP systems and cloud-based business management systems.
Facts
Original2026年10月20日(火)～21日(水)
A record 380 companies (*) will exhibit
Admission: ¥5,000
It currently has approximately 8,400 accounting firm users
Approximately 18,000 mid-sized and small companies using ERP systems focused on finance
Announcing the results of the 2026 NPS® benchmark survey of life insurance contact centers. 東京海上日動あんしん生命 ranks No. 1 in the NPS recommendation ranking
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NTTドコモビジネスX announced the results of the 2026 NPS benchmark survey of life insurance contact centers, with 東京海上日動あんしん生命 ranking No. 1.
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東京海上日動あんしん生命 (-24.9)
オリックス生命 ranked No. 2 (-25.2)
ソニー生命 ranked No. 3 (-31.4)
The average NPS for the 13 companies surveyed was -36.5
The gap between the top- and bottom-ranked companies was 28.0 points
The 13 life insurance companies surveyed
The results showed that 50.9% of all respondents use it
4.5% said it was “smooth”
23.9% said it was “relatively smooth”
The NPS among those who said it was “smooth” or “relatively smooth” was 10.0
For those who said it was “not smooth” or “not very smooth,” it was -56.3
“Even after connecting with a live agent, I had to explain again what I had asked about via chat or other means” (37.7%)
“It was difficult to understand the placement or wording of links and buttons for connecting to a live agent” (31.7%)
“There was no direction or guidance from the FAQ or AI chat to a live agent” (26.3%)
The most common response was “I did not feel very dissatisfied” (35.9%)
This was followed by “I did not feel dissatisfied” (28.1%)
“Neither” followed, at 20.6%
“Being able to see specific wait times and congestion, such as how many minutes or how many people were ahead of me” was the most popular response, at 42.8%
“Scheduling a callback to receive a call at a specified date and time” (34.2%)
“Information about times when it is not busy” (28.6%)
The maternal and child health handbook app 『母子モ』 launches in Kameoka, Kyoto Prefecture!
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The maternal and child health handbook app 『母子モ』, operated by 母子モ株式会社, began service on September 1 as 『かめまるっと』, a community-focused service in Kameoka, Kyoto Prefecture.
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Used by more than 900 municipalities
Service has been available since Tuesday, September 1
Eligibility for the program has been expanded to include those up to 18 years old
ジェイテクト’s “column-assist electric power steering” registered as a “Future Technology Heritage” by 国立科学博物館
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株式会社ジェイテクト’s column-assist electric power steering (C-EPS) has been registered as a “Future Technology Heritage” by 国立科学博物館. The C-EPS was installed in スズキ株式会社’s compact car Cervo in 1988, becoming the world’s first EPS to be put into practical use and mass-produced.
Yoshinoya and Hello Kitty collaboration 『おうち吉野家キャンペーン2026』 launches on the official online store
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株式会社吉野家 will sell collaboration products with Sanrio’s Hello Kitty on its official online store from October 1 to November 30 as part of 『おうち吉野家キャンペーン2026』, and will hold a giveaway campaign featuring the chance to win an Arita-yaki bowl.
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From 10 a.m. on Thursday, October 1
Until 10 a.m. on Monday, November 30
This marks the 10th time
Cumulative shipments have exceeded 500 million servings
Set of 10 frozen gyudon topping packs and a dishcloth: 4,644 yen (tax included)
Set of 5 frozen gyudon topping packs, 2 pork bowl topping packs and a dishcloth: 4,212 yen (tax included)
Set of 14 frozen popular items, including gyudon and fried chicken, and a dishcloth: 5,300 yen (tax included)
Investment in Hertha Metals, Inc., which is developing and commercializing low-cost, innovative steelmaking technology
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The Niterra Hydrogen Forest Fund, managed by Global Brain, has invested in Hertha Metals, Inc., which is developing low-cost, innovative steelmaking technology.
『赤坂インターシティＡＩＲ』 receives “Excellent Fire Prevention Building Certification”
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日鉄興和不動産株式会社 and 赤坂インターシティマネジメント株式会社 announced that 『赤坂インターシティＡＩＲ』 has received and renewed the “Excellent Fire Prevention Building Certification” (Yū Mark) for the 3rd consecutive time from the Tokyo Fire Department. The building is the only certified property in the jurisdiction classified as a specified mixed-use building, and has maintained a high standard of fire prevention and disaster preparedness since August 2020.
Work-experience program by Cross Life and 萩原オリーブ to be held on Saturday, October 17, 2026! Reservations now open
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オリックス・ホテルマネジメント株式会社 and 株式会社JTB will hold job-experience activities for children at クロスライフ博多柳橋 and Tenjin on October 17, 2026, as part of the career-experience program “Connecting and Nurturing Tourism: Kids Job Challenge.”
【JALシティ羽田 東京 ウエスト ウイング】Limited “Celebrating Together” anniversary stay plan featuring room decorations and a celebratory cake now on sale
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ホテルJALシティ羽田 東京 ウエスト ウイング will begin selling the limited “Celebrating Together” accommodation plan, which includes room decorations and a cake, to mark the 10th anniversary of its opening on September 1, 2026.
Vocci — Tell AI about your world and connect it to tomorrow | Crowdfunding launches
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フォーカルポイント株式会社 launched a crowdfunding campaign for its wearable AI device, “Vocci,” on GREEN FUNDING on September 30, 2026. Vocci is a ring-shaped device that connects recorded data with AI tools such as ChatGPT and Claude, learning and using the user’s context. Its developer, Gyges Labs, previously developed Halliday Glasses.
ロクシタンジャポン announced the release of the “ロクシタン Premium Advent Calendar 2026” and the “ロクシタン 13days Advent Calendar 2026” as part of its 2026 holiday collection celebrating the brand’s 50th anniversary. The premium version is priced at 31,350 yen including tax, and the 13days version at 9,900 yen including tax; reservations are now open for both.
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On sale in limited quantities from Wednesday, October 28
9,900 yen including tax
Packed with 13 items
Enjoy 24 days
31,350 yen including tax
More than 3,000 stores worldwide
Companies mentioned：ロクシタンジャポン株式会社、ロクシタン、L’Occitane en Provence、ル・クヴォン・デ・ミニム － ロクシタン・アン・プロヴァンス ホテル＆スパ
三井不動産商業マネジメント株式会社 announced that it will hold a “10th Anniversary Festival” from October 8 to 25, as ららぽーと湘南平塚, which it operates, marks its 10th anniversary in October 2026. Events include a mini concert and talk show by Dai Hirai, student performances and more. New stores will also open, alongside various campaigns.
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10th anniversary of opening
Marks its 10th anniversary in October 2026
Spend a total of 5,000 yen or more (including tax; purchases may be combined)
Limited-edition products and perks will be available at approximately 85 stores
Earn 2 points for every 100 yen spent before tax
Earn 5 points during the campaign period
15 stores are offering a great deal with 10pt in rewards
Same-day purchase receipt for 2,500 yen or more (including tax; purchases cannot be combined)
Lucky bags: 3,500 yen including tax
For purchases of 22,000 yen or more (including tax)
Original1着あたり2万円台～お楽しみいただけます
Offering approximately 5,000 types of fabric, the most in the industry
Originalオーダースーツ 1着あたり 25,300円（税込）～
Approximately 230 stores
Parking for 3,500 vehicles
Companies mentioned：三井不動産商業マネジメント株式会社、三井不動産株式会社、スケッチャーズ、KFC、PANDORA、くし葉、GINZAグローバルスタイル・コンフォート、グローバルスタイル、ユニクロ、アカチャンホンポ、SUPER SPORTS XEBIO、Victoria Golf、エルブレス、ABC-MART、ABC-MART GRAND STAGE、ハンズ、ノジマ、イトーヨーカドー、ラウンドワン、GU、無印良品