AI/cloud-native electronic medical record “Henry” begins serving hospitals with 300 beds or more
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株式会社ヘンリー has significantly expanded the standard features of its AI/cloud-native electronic medical record “Henry” and begun offering it to hospitals with 300 beds or more. Its first deployment, at 松山リハビリテーション病院 (326 beds), has been scheduled for later this year.
【8 ingredients × house-made dashi × cultured butter】PISOLA’s fall “Ultimate Cod Roe Pasta, Made with Select Dashi” available for a limited time from Oct. 1
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株式会社ピソラ will offer its “Ultimate Cod Roe Pasta, Made with Select Dashi” for a limited time at all locations starting Oct. 1. The Japanese-style pasta features 8 ingredients, including whitebait from Awaji Island and snow crab, as well as house-made dashi and cultured butter. It is priced at 1,978 yen, including tax, in both the Kanto and Kansai regions.
43rd National Urban Greenery Fair in Kyoto Tamba—Kyoto Tamba Green Village Festival: Letter of appreciation presented to 株式会社JPホールディングス for its sponsorship
株式会社サンキョウテクノスタッフ has introduced its official mascot “Boruchan” to help people feel closer to the company. The character is expected to appear on social media, merchandise, sales materials, and more.
Kibitech raises approximately 600 million yen in Series B funding
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株式会社キビテク has raised approximately 600 million yen in total in a Series B round through a third-party allotment of shares to JIC Venture Growth Fund 2 and SVP Open Innovation Fund 1. The funds will be used to strengthen development and sales of its robot control software “HATS” and to recruit talent.
株式会社Blueship has been awarded東京都世田谷区’s contract for “AI-OCR implementation and operations and maintenance of maternal and child health forms accompanying municipal system standardization.” Ahead of full-scale operations in January 2027, it will build an on-premises AI-OCR environment and support data integration using RPA.
サイクループ株式会社 will expand the service area for “Oyako de Norude” in a social experiment with 横浜市, adding dedicated parking locations at Yokohama Station and Koganecho Station from Sept. 30.
Matsujiro no Mise’s Matsusaka Main Store, operated by 株式会社松治郎の舗, has been named to 食べログ’s “Best 100 Ice Cream and Gelato Shops 2026.” This is its second selection, following 2023. The shop, which serves sweets made with honey, will step up efforts to attract tourists visiting Matsusaka and local residents.
【Event Report ①】The 43rd National Urban Greenery Fair in Kyoto Tamba opened on Friday, Sept. 18|Families flocked to enjoy food and agriculture, the environment, and art during Silver Week
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The 43rd National Urban Greenery Fair in Kyoto Tamba opened on Sept. 18, with a variety of events related to food and agriculture, the environment, and art held at 5 locations during Silver Week.
Notice of a commemorative lecture for the publication of biologist Shinichi Fukuoka’s new book, “Hakase’s Specimen Box of〈Chiko-raku〉”
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株式会社婦人之友社 will hold a lecture on Oct. 3, 2026, at Jiyu Gakuen Myonichikan and online to mark the release of biologist Shinichi Fukuoka’s new book, “Hakase’s Specimen Box of〈Chiko-raku〉.”
Kyushu Institute of Technology and セック release a development environment for “reservoir computing,” enabling AI that can learn from small amounts of data in a short time
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Kyushu Institute of Technology and セック developed a reservoir computing development environment under an NEDO public solicitation program and released it on September 30, 2026. The environment is an AI technology that enables learning with small amounts of data in a short time. It consists of a feasibility study tool and a tool for integration with edge AI chips, which is scheduled to be provided in the future.
Joint research launched to reduce labor and improve safety in commercial fishing through the practical implementation of kite-shaped fishing gear
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The Fisheries Research and Education Agency, 宮崎県水産試験場, 鹿児島県水産技術開発センター, and ニチモウ株式会社 have launched joint research aimed at popularizing kite-shaped fishing gear as an alternative to beam trawling.
70% of side workers who took information out of their main jobs had “reported it.” Applications containing the 4 items required for screening accounted for 3.3%. Professor Michio Tsuchida (Doshisha University, attorney) warns that this is “a management and governance problem.”
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A side-work compliance survey conducted by 株式会社フクスケ found that 72.1% of side workers who took information from their primary jobs had formally reported their side work, while applications containing the 4 items required for screening accounted for just 3.3%. Professor 土田道夫 says this is a management and governance problem.
Facts
72.1% of side workers who took information from their primary jobs
Preliminary survey n=85,274
Side workers (n=8,579)
Administrators of side-work programs (n=3,763)
Clients of side workers (n=3,797)
18.5% of administrators check for conflicts of interest and competition when applications are submitted
The reporting rate was 85.5% among those whose cases involved both information being taken out and competition
39.7% of those involved in competition also took information out
The application-discrepancy group was 10.2 times as large
The rate of having experienced severe penalties for competition-related disputes was 70.7%
A parent-child experience of food education and local agriculture. Enjoy “Mikan Glamping” in stone-terraced citrus orchards in the Arida and Shimotsu area, recognized as a Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System site, and tour a factory and fruit-sorting facility at an “Open Factory” event|伊藤農園 to hold autumn experiential event
The first product made from the Saikyo white miso that gives signature “Kura Miso-zuke” its distinctive flavor. Kyoto Ichinoden’s custom-made “Saikyo White Miso” goes on sale tomorrow, October 1
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株式会社京都一の傳 will launch its custom-made Saikyo white miso, the base for its signature “Kura Miso-zuke,” exclusively at its stores starting October 1, 2026.
Sumitomo Corporation’s CVC co-leads an investment in 株式会社キビテク, which operates a platform for remote robot control and integrated management
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Sumisho Venture Partners has made a co-lead investment in キビテク, which operates the HATS robot remote-control platform, alongside JIC Venture Growth Investments.
Facts
We have invested in more than 300 startups to date
In 2022, we also established Sumisho Venture Partners in Tokyo, Japan
株式会社Preferred Networks released preliminary findings from a survey on AI interviews involving 308 job seekers graduating in 2027. Satisfaction with AI interview selection results was 51.0% among those who took an AI interview, 20 percentage points above the 31.0% anticipated by those who had not. However, 44.5% of students said they felt that interview outcomes depended on the interviewer.
Facts
308 job seekers
44.5% of job seekers say they have experienced this
Lake Biwa Museum Night Museum Tours: Sales of various tour plans ramp up in October!
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Starting October 1, Reiwa 8, the Lake Biwa Museum will ramp up sales of various Night Museum Tour plans as a pre-campaign for the “Shiga Destination Campaign.” The tours will be held from December 18 to 20 and will feature special lighting by 株式会社ネイキッド and a classical music concert, among other activities.
Polaris.AI launches “Physical AI Support Package” to inform investment decisions
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Polaris.AI株式会社 has launched its “Physical AI Support Package,” which supports the use of Physical AI and VLA. The package provides information for investment decisions through real-world equipment testing before full-scale development and consists of 3 plans: “Learn,” “Try,” and “Assess.”
In anticipation of 2027 legal revisions, around 80% of companies with experience hiring people with intractable diseases say they “were able to respond within expectations”
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A survey by 株式会社ゼネラルパートナーズ found that, regarding the employment of people with intractable diseases in anticipation of 2027 legal revisions, around 80% of companies with experience hiring them felt they “were able to respond within expectations.” Meanwhile, awareness remains low and concerns persist among companies with no such experience.
Facts
Related legal revisions in 2027
“Know a great deal (60.6%)”
“Know a great deal (16.5%)”
“Neurological and muscular diseases... (38.6%)” “Digestive system diseases... (38.6%)”
“Covering work when an employee is unwell and securing replacement staff (40.7%)”
ロケットモバイル, part of the NUWORKS Group, has entered into a business alliance with 株式会社グッドフェローズ, which operates the “Tainavi Series,” one of the largest platforms in the renewable energy industry.
Next Mode begins offering SaaS licenses and support services on AWS Marketplace
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ネクストモード株式会社 has begun offering licenses for SaaS products and implementation support services on AWS Marketplace. This enables purchases through existing AWS procurement and billing processes, with the potential to simplify procedures and reduce workloads. Eligible products include Okta, Netskope, Notion, Asana, CrowdStrike, Keeper and SysCloud.
Facts
For 4 consecutive years (fiscal 2021, fiscal 2022, fiscal 2024 and fiscal 2025)
For 3 consecutive years (fiscal 2023, fiscal 2024 and fiscal 2025)
“FFG-affiliated Real Estate and Construction Companies Networking Event” and “X-Tech Match up (Cross-Tech Matchup) Networking Event” held jointly!
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株式会社FFGベンチャービジネスパートナーズ jointly held the “FFG-affiliated Real Estate and Construction Companies Networking Event” and the “X-Tech Match up (Cross-Tech Matchup) Networking Event,” with 75 real estate and construction companies affiliated with ふくおかフィナンシャルグループ and 3 startups, including FVP portfolio companies, taking part. The events concluded successfully.
The National Institute for Environmental Studies has published a new column explaining the risks of climate “tipping points.” The average temperature in 2024 reached a level more than 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels, raising concerns about irreversible impacts such as ice sheet melt and changes in ocean circulation. The institute plans to launch a new project on tipping points in fiscal 2026.
Facts
Temporarily exceeding the 1.5°C level
In 2024, the global average temperature was
Temperature rise of around 0.8–3.4°C from pre-industrial levels
[New release on 9/15] “Hijiki and Nori Tsukudani,” made by simmering Ariake Sea nori and domestically produced hijiki; individually wrapped portions are convenient for lunch boxes and travel
Connecting regions with the power of freshness preservation: インターホールディングス launches capital and business alliance centered on 4 financial institution-affiliated funds
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株式会社インターホールディングス raised approximately ¥700 million through a third-party allotment of shares centered on 4 financial institution-affiliated funds and launched a business alliance. The funds will be used to expand “Kuradashi Vacuum Sake” nationwide, build an overseas distribution model and apply vacuum technology to regional assets.
Facts
Cumulative funding of approximately 700 million yen
Maximum vacuum rate: 99.5%
More than 30 breweries nationwide
Officially released in November 2025
In September 2026, it is also being developed for everyday use as “Suipita,” a vacuum straw cap for plastic bottles
Companies mentioned:株式会社インターホールディングス、アグリビジネス投資育成株式会社、あきぎんNEXT投資事業有限責任組合、NOBUNAGA Raise Fund 投資事業有限責任組合、かんしん事業承継&未来創造投資事業有限責任組合、日本政策金融公庫、JAグループ、秋田銀行グループ、NOBUNAGAキャピタルビレッジ株式会社、第一勧業信用組合、ミライドア株式会社
Digitane, an AI and programming learning resource for elementary and junior high school students, to release “Digitane AI,” a new feature that strongly supports learning, on Wednesday, September 30!
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エデュケーショナル・デザイン株式会社 released “デジタネAI,” a new feature for “デジタネ,” its AI and programming learning resource for elementary and junior high school students, on September 30. It can also be used by children under 13 and supports feedback on projects and brainstorming.
[Japan exclusive] New sheet mask targeting troubled skin*³ from Korean skincare brand “make p:rem,” formulated with the brand’s proprietary ingredients “インテカ*¹” and “アゼライン酸*²”
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“インテカアゼライン酸スージングマスク,” a sheet mask targeting troubled skin formulated with the proprietary ingredients “インテカ” and “アゼライン酸,” will go on sale on October 10, 2026, from Korean skincare brand “make p:rem,” whose exclusive Japanese distributor is STORiiY株式会社.
学校法人立志舎 and エックスサーバー株式会社 sign education partnership agreement
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学校法人立志舎 and エックスサーバー株式会社 have signed an education partnership agreement. Approximately 90 students at 24 vocational schools nationwide will take part in practical training using エックスサーバー’s environment.
8th “Seasonal Ingredients: Nishiwaga Fair” begins October 1
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西和賀商工会 will hold the 8th “Seasonal Ingredients: Nishiwaga Fair” from October 1 to November 1, 2026, with 26 restaurants and lodging facilities in the town taking part. The participating venues will serve dishes made with seasonal local ingredients, including wild mushrooms and soba. Prizes will be awarded by lottery to survey respondents.
Hatch Blue and UMITO Partners to launch Japan’s first aquaculture innovation studio in 2027: “Japan Aquatech Innovation Studio”
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株式会社UMITO Partners and Hatch Blue have signed a memorandum of understanding on a strategic partnership to launch “Japan Aquatech Innovation Studio,” Japan’s first aquaculture innovation studio, in 2027.
Completion and sale of co-living property “HAUN Heiwadai” (Nerima Ward, Tokyo)
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The co-living property “HAUN Heiwadai,” jointly developed by 相互住宅株式会社 and 株式会社VLOOM, was completed on August 31, 2026, and sold to サムライ・キャピタル株式会社 on the same day.
Report: 昭光通商’s efforts to address social issues through its business
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昭光通商 established a Sustainability Committee in 2025 and is working to address social issues and enhance corporate value under 3 priority themes: promoting GX, investing in human resources, and improving information transparency.
18 influencers wore pants from stretch-pants specialty store ビースリー! We received positive feedback, including “easy to put on,” “easy to move in,” and “a beautiful silhouette.”
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株式会社バリュープランニング engaged about 30 influencers in their 30s to 50s to post on Instagram to raise awareness of the ビースリー stretch-pants brand. Videos featuring 18 influencers wearing and modeling the pants have been released, drawing positive comments such as “easy to put on” and “easy to move in.”
[2026 Supplement Awareness Survey] 80% remember the red yeast rice issue, and more than 40% have heard of “GMP.” However, just 1.8% knew that GMP would become mandatory on September 1.
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According to a survey conducted by ウィルベース株式会社, a degree of awareness remains of the red yeast rice issue and the term GMP, but just 1.8% of respondents knew that GMP would become mandatory on September 1, highlighting the need for clear labeling that consumers can understand.
Making sure high school students don’t give up on “going abroad”: SchoolWith to co-run the N高グループ Cebu study abroad program again this year
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株式会社スクールウィズ has co-run the Cebu study abroad program for students in the N高グループ since 2019 and will run it again this year. To address rising study abroad costs due to the weak yen and higher prices, it will provide 4 weeks of pre-departure English lessons, called “Pre-Study Abroad,” free of charge to maximize learning during the limited time abroad.
Facts
A total of more than 60 students will participate
For a total of 4 weeks, with 2 weeks each
Group study abroad programs in Cebu have been held since 2019
“Pre-Study Abroad” will be provided free of charge to participating students for 4 weeks
Current enrollment is 36,371 (as of the end of March 2026)
The 18th installment of Well Green Lab, a pop-up event promoting a sustainable lifestyle, will be held at ルミネ池袋 from September 30 (Wed.) to October 22 (Thu)!
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株式会社MOTHER EARTH will hold the 18th edition of the Well Green Lab pop-up event, promoting a sustainable lifestyle, at ルミネ池袋 from September 30 to October 22, 2026.
Facts
2026.9.30 (Wed.)
Original2026.10.22(木)
11:00
21:00
Closes at 20:30
For more than 60 years
A history spanning more than 100 years
50ml
10 ml type
Companies mentioned:株式会社MOTHEREARTH、株式会社MOTHER EARTH、ルミネ池袋、廣岡京染工芸、It Beauté、Kamenoko Tawashi The Body、le plein été、absalon、Aetās、coaroo、ESSU、GSSEEDorganic、HÈIRLOOM、H.T/L、irosaji、It Beauté TEA、Kamenoko Tasashi The Body、komame、kwon、MORAZ、NINE SOILS、POCKET & TABLE、&Rest、sobolon、soem、TOME JEWELRY、染兎、亀の子束子
secondz digital releases case study on automating proposal creation for Asahi Soft Drinks
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secondz digital株式会社 has released a case study on a system it co-developed with Asahi Soft Drinks to automate the creation of sales proposals. The system is reported to save about 90 hours per month, or 4,500 hours per year.
[pppom] New “Melt Me Apple Palette,” a 4-color apple-themed eyeshadow palette with a randomly designed silicone case
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株式会社mimi-Japan will launch the “Melt Me Apple Palette,” an apple-themed 4-color eyeshadow palette, in 6 shades under the makeup brand “pppom.” It is priced at 2,189 yen (tax included). Presales will begin at select stores, including ロフト and ドン・キホーテ, in mid-October, with a general release on October 14 through the official online shop, Amazon and other outlets.
Cutting children’s hair made super easy! A cute-looking monster makes its debut! “Haircut Monster Easy Haircut Razor”
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フェザー安全剃刀株式会社 announced that it will launch a new product for trimming the overall length of hair, the “Haircut Monster Easy Haircut Razor,” in October 2026. It will join the “Haircut Monster” series, which has sold more than 400,000 units to date.
Facts
Cumulative sales: 400,000 pieces
Our company has focused exclusively on blades for more than 90 years
Veeva Vault CRM adopted by 1 more company among the top 20 pharmaceutical firms, expanding market leadership
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Veeva Systems announced that 1 of the top 20 pharmaceutical companies has adopted Vault CRM. The product is live at more than 190 companies, and 14 of the top 20 have adopted it.
Facts
September 23, 2026
More than 190 companies
14 companies
More than 1,500 companies
Companies mentioned:Veeva Systems、Veeva、Veeva Japan 株式会社、アムジェン、バイオジェン、イーライリリー・アンド・カンパニー、リジェネロン
[Speaking Engagement Report] 日本看護管理学会 session on “nursing care outside insurance coverage” organized by the association, which also provided discussion
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一般社団法人日本男性看護師會 organized the session “Considering the Potential of Nursing Care Outside Insurance Coverage” at the 30th annual meeting of 日本看護管理学会, held on August 22, 2026, and participated as a discussion contributor.
株式会社リィ launches “Lii learning studio,” a child development support and after-school day service that uses exercise to bring out children’s capacity to learn. The 1st location will open in Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, on October 1, 2026.
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株式会社リィ will open the 1st location of “Lii learning studio,” a child development support and after-school day service combining exercise and learning, in Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, on October 1, 2026.
アルパカ receives in-principle regulatory approval to offer securities services in Singapore
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AlpacaDB Inc. and its group companies (アルパカ) have received in-principle approval from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) for a capital markets services (CMS) license. This will enable the company to expand securities brokerage and custody services across Southeast Asia through Alpaca Securities Pte. Ltd.
Facts
30 countries in the United States, the United Kingdom and the European Economic Area (EEA)
Partner companies in more than 50 countries worldwide
Raised $400 million (more than 63 billion yen) in funding
Financial education expanding through collaboration with governors and education superintendents, ahead of the rest of the nation: Chiba Prefecture district tournament of the 4th FES Contest® to be held
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With the support of Chiba Prefecture and the Chiba Prefectural Board of Education, 一般社団法人日本金融教育支援機構 will hold the Chiba Prefecture district tournament of the 4th FES Contest®. This year, workshops were held in 4 regions across the prefecture, attracting more than 600 entries—the largest scale nationwide.
Ogori City launches administrative services center operations, working with NTT West to improve staff efficiency and help them focus on core duties
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株式会社NTTマーケティングアクトProCX will begin operating an administrative services center for Ogori City on October 1, 2026, in cooperation with NTT West. The center will consolidate and streamline non-core tasks, helping staff focus on core duties.
Facts
From Oct. 1, 2026
With a target of approximately 550 hours each fiscal year
Navisia Driver Clock begins real-time integration with ITP-WebService V3
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株式会社ナブアシスト announced on September 30, 2026, that it had begun real-time integration with 富士通’s fleet management system, ITP-WebService V3, enabling real-time management of the Improvement Standard Notification through Navisia Driver Clock.
Project launches to promote Japanese coffee in Asian markets
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The 海ノ向こうコーヒー division of 株式会社坂ノ途中 and 味の素AGF株式会社 are launching a project to add value to Japanese coffee, create regional industries, and demonstrate global expansion centered on Asian markets. The project was selected for Tokyo’s TIB CATAPULT initiative, Foodα X Tokyo.
Facts
In production areas across 26 countries
From 38 countries around the world
Since 2017
In 2024
From August 2026 onward
Mar. 2028
38 countries worldwide
More than 100 varieties of coffee beans
Capital: 50 million yen
Companies mentioned:株式会社坂ノ途中、味の素AGF株式会社、丸紅株式会社、Tokyo Innovation Base (TIB)、Foodα X Tokyo
Beyond the salon treatment: BIOteA presents “The Future of Home Care” in a free online seminar on October 1
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株式会社and US will hold a free online seminar for beauty salons on October 1, 2026, featuring its hair and skincare brand BIOteA. The seminar will explain the importance of home care based on the differences between the scalp and hair, as well as BIOteA’s product design philosophy.
[京はやしや] [林屋新兵衛] Freshly piped Japanese chestnut Mont Blanc, made to order: New “Freshly Piped Mont Blanc Parfait” launches October 1 (Thursday). 3 distinct flavors featuring hojicha and black tea, varying by store
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株式会社京はやしや (林屋新兵衛) will launch its new Freshly Piped Mont Blanc Parfait made with Japanese chestnuts, along with its seasonal favorite, Japanese Chestnut Mont Blanc, in limited quantities starting October 1. 3 distinct flavors will be available, including versions made with hojicha or black tea, depending on the store.
Enjoy a skin-moisturizing experience from deep within※1 during the dry season! Sato Pharmaceutical’s Excellula anti-aging care※2 brand launches a campaign on October 1, with Amazon gift cards awarded to a total of 1,500 winners by lottery!
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Sato Pharmaceutical announced a campaign running from October 1 to December 31, 2026, for purchasers of its Excellula anti-aging care brand’s high-moisture lotion. Amazon gift cards will be awarded to a total of 1,500 winners.
海ノ向こうコーヒー selected for 国際連合工業開発機関(UNIDO)’s “Japan-Africa Business Partnership Human Resource Development Program”
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The 海ノ向こうコーヒー division of 株式会社坂ノ途中 has been selected for UNIDO’s Japan-Africa Business Partnership Human Resource Development Program and aims to promote sustainable coffee production in partnership with local companies in Malawi and Mozambique.
Facts
Estimated annual production of 1,000–1,500 tons
Established in 2019
More than 1,200 small-scale farmers around the forest reserve
In 2014, with the aim of restoring forests and improving the livelihoods of local residents
More than 1,000 producers are now involved
38 countries worldwide
More than 100 varieties of coffee beans
Period: September 2026–October 2026
Established: July 21, 2009
Capital: 50 million yen
Companies mentioned:国際連合工業開発機関(UNIDO)、UNIDO東京投資・技術移転促進事務所、UNIDO東京事務所、株式会社坂ノ途中、海ノ向こうコーヒー、Usingini Upland Coffee、Produtos Naturais da Gorongosa、国連世界食糧計画、国連WFP、国連開発計画、UNDP
The もりビズぐんま Gunma Forest and Forestry Innovation Platform surpasses 160 registered organizations!
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The number of registered members of the もりビズぐんま Gunma Forest and Forestry Innovation Platform, operated by 株式会社アドライト, has surpassed 160 organizations. An exhibition is scheduled for October 30, 2026.
Facts
The number of registered businesses and organizations has surpassed 160
Approximately 545 participants in total
Surpassed 100 member organizations
A total of 5 events
Kickoff event (held November 14, 2025 / participants: 260)
1st Technology Presentation (held February 6, 2026 / participants: 140)
1st もりビズぐんま study session... (held March 18, 2026 / participants: 60)
株式会社タイミー utilization study session (held May 13, 2026 / participants: 20)
Survey on the use of generative AI by accounting firms
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According to a survey conducted by 株式会社レックスアドバイザーズ, more than 80% of accounting firms use generative AI regularly in their work, with ChatGPT the most widely used. Many firms also report increased revenue and reduced overtime as a result of using AI, and changes in hiring requirements are beginning to emerge.
ハイアット リージェンシー 横浜’s specialty restaurant “MILANO | GRILL” will offer a limited-time Christmas dinner course on December 24 and 25, 2026. The price is ¥29,800 (early booking benefits available).
Kindergarten in Setouchi Town, Kagoshima Prefecture, to introduce childcare ICT service “CoDMON (Kodomon)” starting October 1; now used by 760 municipalities nationwide and 10 municipalities in Kagoshima Prefecture
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株式会社コドモン announced that a kindergarten in Setouchi Town, Kagoshima Prefecture, will introduce its childcare ICT service “CoDMON” starting October 1, 2026. This brings the number of municipalities using the service in Kagoshima Prefecture to 10.
Facts
A total of 10 municipalities in Kagoshima Prefecture
18 businesses from Saga Prefecture to exhibit together at Food EXPO Kyushu 2026, a trade fair focused on food from Kyushu and Yamaguchi!
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さが県産品流通デザイン公社 will have 18 businesses from Saga Prefecture exhibit together at the trade fair Food EXPO Kyushu 2026, to be held at the Fukuoka International Center from October 6 to 7, 2026.
Soy protein brand “私の完全美容食” to exhibit at “Yoga Festa Yokohama 2026”
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As-meエステール株式会社’s soy protein brand “私の完全美容食” will exhibit at “Yoga Festa Yokohama 2026,” held at Pacifico Yokohama from October 10 to 12, 2026, and will offer tastings and recruit ambassadors.
<2026 Fixed-Point Survey of Construction Companies> “Information gathering is taking longer” rises for 2 consecutive periods to 54.8%; 83.4% of customers research details before visiting
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According to a July 2026 fixed-point survey of construction companies conducted by 株式会社ビズ・クリエイション, customers are taking longer to gather information, a trend noted by 54.8% of companies. Meanwhile, 83.4% of customers research details on social media or the internet before visiting, with more arriving for specific consultations or comparing companies.
Facts
54.8% reported that information gathering is taking longer
83.4% reported that customers research details on social media or the internet before visiting
Survey of 157 companies using KengakuCloud
49.7% said, “More people are visiting with specific questions”
51.3% said, “More customers are comparing us with other companies”
The most common average time from first visit to contract was “1–3 months,” at 52.2%
“oui nails peel-off manicure” and “1-second lash extensions™” make a limited-time appearance at JR Kyoto Isetan, offering a new self-beauty experience
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HISTORIC株式会社 will hold a limited-time pop-up at JR Kyoto Isetan from September 30 to October 13, 2026, featuring peel-off manicures from nail brand “oui nails” and “1-second lash extensions™” from eyelash brand “Miss eye d'or.”
Facts
September 30 (Wed) to October 13 (Tue), 2026
Dries in about 1 minute
Won 1st place 2 times
At 1/2 the size of the conventional product
The lash thickness was reduced to 0.04 mm, 1/2 that of the conventional product
3 styles in the new “RICH,” “HEALTHY” and “SWEET” collection
Offering all 14 SKUs
With the purchase of 5 items
Receive 1 item of your choice as a gift
Gift box for 3 bottles
¥500, including tax
2 colors: LAVENDER / LEMON YELLOW
Available for 3 days only
October 10 (Sat)–12
October 10 (Sat)–12 (Mon, holiday)
11:00〜11:45
13:00〜13:45
15:00〜15:45
Approximately 4 groups per session
10:00〜20:00
Original最終日10月13日(火)は19:00まで
Companies mentioned:HISTORIC株式会社、oui nails、Miss eye d'or、Le Bon Marché Rive Gauche、Amazon
A special Christmas adorned with Okinawa’s ocean and nature: reservations for the “MANZA Christmas Cake Collection 2026” open October 1
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ANAインターコンチネンタル万座ビーチリゾート will begin taking reservations on October 1 for the “MANZA Christmas Cake Collection 2026,” themed around Okinawa’s ocean and nature.
Facts
We have prepared 3 varieties
20% off when you book at least 20 days in advance
10% off when you book at least 10 days in advance
[Limited to 50]
Companies mentioned:ANAインターコンチネンタル万座ビーチリゾート、インターコンチネンタル®ホテルズ&リゾーツ、IHGホテルズ&リゾーツ、InterContinental Hotels Group PLC
System Exe signs solution partner agreement with Sakura Internet
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株式会社システムエグゼ has signed a solution partner agreement with Sakura Internet under the “Sakura Partner Network” and will support the development, migration and operation of systems compatible with the Government Cloud.
株式会社DTS and dotData form strategic partnership to advance corporate data utilization
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Original株式会社DTSとdotData, Inc.は、企業のデータ駆動型ビジネス変革を推進するための戦略的パートナーシップを締結した。両社はdotDataのAI技術「特徴量自動設計」とDTSのシステム構築知見を組み合わせ、顧客企業のデータ利活用を支援する。具体的には、DTSが提供するデータ活用ソリューション「DTS Data Management Solution(DMS)」を拡充し、「製造業向け品質要因分析サービス」の提供を開始する。
尼崎信用金庫 and General Purchase support small and medium-sized businesses with cost analysis service “CostDoc”
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ゼネラル・パーチェス株式会社 has signed a business matching agreement with 尼崎信用金庫 and will begin offering its cost analysis service “CostDoc” to small and medium-sized businesses in the credit union’s service area.
Facts
A market structure with price differences of 3–5 times or more remains
Comprehensive analysis of more than approximately 40 indirect cost and support-work items
More than 700 partner companies
More than 10,000 companies have used the service to date
Approximately 280 new client companies per month
Identified average cost-cutting potential of 15–25%
Mobile WiFi is not just for overseas use. About 90% of Skyberry® WiFi users also use it in Japan
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According to results from a 9th-anniversary survey of users of Skyberry® WiFi, the mobile WiFi service provided by a2network株式会社, about 90% (88.4%) use it in Japan or both in Japan and overseas, with “daily life” the most common use case.
Facts
A survey of individual customers who use Skyberry® WiFi found that... 88.4% use it “in Japan” or “both in Japan and overseas”
“Daily life” was the most common use case, at 47.8%
79.5% cited the ability to “use it both in Japan and overseas” as a convenient feature
“In Japan” accounted for 53.4%
“Both in Japan and overseas” accounted for 34.9%
“Overseas” accounted for 11.6%
The service marked its 9th anniversary in September 2026
Available in 158 countries and regions, including Japan
Nikke Textile joins support project delivering merino wool products to earthquake-hit areas of Kumamoto
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株式会社ニッケテキスタイル endorsed “WOOL FOR ONE, ALL FOR KUMAMOTO,” a Kumamoto earthquake relief project led by 合同会社C.F.S., and provided 150 merino wool T-shirts.
Respo, an all-in-one platform for restaurants, begins system integration with Retty as an official partner of a restaurant review site controller
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株式会社ハロー announced that its restaurant platform Respo has begun system integration with Retty株式会社 as an official partner of a restaurant review site controller. This will enable reservation information for paid Retty member restaurants to be managed centrally in Respo.
Saving yellowtail under 5kg! Canning wild yellowtail, which is increasing in Hokkaido’s Shiranuka Town. First canned yellowtail launched under the Shiranuka-based “Gokkan Buri® Project”
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株式会社イミュー has developed canned wild yellowtail caught in Shiranuka Town, Hokkaido, called “Shiranuka-Caught Wild Yellowtail Flakes,” and will begin offering it as a hometown tax donation gift on September 30, 2026. The initiative is part of the “Gokkan Buri® Project” and aims to create new value for the local fishing industry by making use of small yellowtail under 5kg.
Facts
Save yellowtail under 5kg!
From September 30, 2026 (Wednesday)
From 0.5 tons in 2019
It increased to more than 100 tons in 2023
Conducted with approximately 40 participants
Of the 17 students
Among 14 businesses surveyed
11 answered correctly, for a rate of approximately 80%
株式会社RC and 株式会社ピアルカ have formed a strategic business alliance to improve compliance in the reuse industry and help realize a circular society. The companies aim to expand value for their franchisees by combining their strengths in purchasing, proper disposal, overseas redistribution and real estate partnerships.
[Event report] Webinar report: “A blueprint for 1on1 meetings that turn the meaning individuals find in work into an organizational driving force”
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株式会社ウィルネクスト held a webinar on “A blueprint for 1on1 meetings that turn the meaning individuals find in work into an organizational driving force.” The session explained how to put intrinsic motivation into words and build systems for dialogue.
Turning equipment drawing cost estimation that takes 2–3 days by hand into a 1-hour task. “Equipment Estimation AI” extracts quantities and uses unit prices and estimation rules to prepare quotes; free demo registration now open
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株式会社NITACO has opened registration for free demos of “Equipment Estimation AI,” which automatically extracts quantities from mechanical and electrical equipment drawings and prepares quotes. For office buildings with a total floor area of around 1,200㎡, work that takes 2–3 days by hand is reduced to 1 hour (30 minutes in actual testing).
Facts
Estimation work reduced to 1 hour
Takes 2–3 days by hand
Office buildings with a total floor area of around 1,200㎡
There are 9 systems
Calculates 9 systems and more than 110 items in the order shown on the breakdown sheet
“Autumn 140-Character Literary Prize” essay contest invites 140-character works on the theme of autumn! [株式会社コンビーズ]
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株式会社コンビーズ will hold the “Autumn 140-Character Literary Prize,” a creative writing contest for works of up to 140 characters on the theme of “autumn,” from September 30 to November 1, 2026. The top entry will receive an Amazon gift card worth ¥5,000, and total submissions have reached 7,445.
Is it acceptable for a boyfriend to split the bill? Survey of 100 women: 73% feel uncomfortable splitting the bill with a high-income boyfriend, and it can contribute to breakups
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“Love Fortune-Telling Diagnosis,” operated by 株式会社サイトクリエーション, surveyed 100 women about paying for dates. While 49% support splitting the bill in general, 73% feel that splitting the bill with a high-income boyfriend is stingy, and approximately 34% of those respondents said they had experienced a breakup or loss of interest as a result.
Facts
100 women
While the figure was just 9%
49% of women said splitting the bill was fine
35% said they wanted to be treated on birthdays and similar occasions, the most common response
31% of women said they wanted their date to pay a larger share
25 people (34.2%) had experienced at least one of the following: “lost interest in reality,” “thought about breaking up,” or “actually broke up”
France Bed to exhibit at the 53rd International Welfare Equipment Exhibition & Forum
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France Bed will exhibit at the 53rd International Welfare Equipment Exhibition & Forum, to be held at Tokyo Big Sight from Oct. 7-9, 2026, showcasing around 60 items, including care beds and independent-living support equipment using its high-density continuous spring® technology.
Wins RSA’s “Rising Star Partner of the Year” award
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Kanematsu Electronics won the “Rising Star Partner of the Year” award at an event held in Thailand by RSA Security, and was promoted from Gold to Platinum partner.
Facts
From Sept. 1 to 3, 2026
FY26 (period: February 2025-January 2026)
Capital: ¥9.03125 billion
Revenue: (consolidated) ¥112.79 billion
Employees: (non-consolidated) 547
(consolidated) 1,647 employees
Companies mentioned:兼松エレクトロニクス株式会社、KEL、RSA Security USA LLC、RSA、RSA Security Japan合同会社
5 recipients selected for the second cohort of IPPO Science Fellowship
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Independent venture capital firm ANRI and STELLAR SCIENCE FOUNDATION have selected 5 recipients for the second cohort of their grant program for young researchers, “一歩の冒研〜IPPO Science Fellowship〜.”
“OJYON,” popular among tall women, draws strong attention from media and stylists; brand’s first POPUP outside Tokyo to be held at そごう横浜店
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Apparel brand “OJYON,” for tall women, will hold a POPUP STORE at そごう横浜店 from Oct. 6 to 12, 2026. The event marks the brand’s first store outside Tokyo and will include advance reservations and sales of new 2026AW items.
Notice of collaboration between the film “Godzilla-0.0” and Tokyo United BC
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Tokyo United BC will collaborate with the film “Godzilla-0.0,” set for release on Nov. 3, 2026, and distribute exclusive original film stickers at home games.
AI visualizes construction companies’ technical capabilities: New “Skills Ledger” feature launched on CAREECON Plus
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BRANU株式会社 has launched “Skills Ledger,” a new feature for its integrated business tool for the construction industry, CAREECON Plus. The feature uses AI analysis of construction daily reports to visualize workers’ skills.
ChillStack to exhibit at “Security Days Fall 2026 Osaka” (10/14); seminar to explain security strategies companies should adopt when using AI internally
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株式会社ChillStack will exhibit its AI protection system “Safia” and diagnostic services at “Security Days Fall 2026 Osaka,” to be held on Oct. 14. Ryunosuke Tanaka, a manager at the company, will also speak about security strategies for using AI internally.
[welzo Group] Supplies provided for “ぼうさいえん,” a community disaster-preparedness garden project in Honmachi, Shibuya Ward
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株式会社welzo and its group company 有限会社籐吉郎企画 provided vegetable seedlings and gardening supplies to “ぼうさいえん,” a disaster-preparedness garden promoted in Shibuya, Tokyo, by UR都市機構 and ピープルデザイン研究所.
Facts
Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2026
Capital: 470 million yen
Revenue: ¥48,805 million (fiscal year ending December 2025)
Call for entries for the 2026 National Eco-Activity Contest
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公益財団法人日本環境協会 has opened submissions for the 2026 National Eco-Activity Contest. The contest is open to children engaged in environmental activities and has categories for wall newspapers, illustrated diaries and digital works. An awards ceremony is scheduled for late March 2027.
Facts
2,526 registered clubs
95,416 registered members
Around 100,000 children register every year
More than 3.17 million children have taken part in activities to date
British lifestyle brand Barbour will release a limited-edition version of its BARBOUR INTERNATIONAL motorcycle jacket, first launched in 1936, from Oct. 2, 2026. It comes in 3 colors, including a new color, and each is priced at 74,800 yen, tax included.
Mother Farm’s Agrodome turns 30! Special event “A Sheep Show Connected by Shepherds: 30 Years On” starts Oct. 3!
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Mother Farm in Futtsu, Chiba Prefecture, will hold a special event from Oct. 3, 2026, to Jan. 11, 2027, marking the 30th anniversary of the Agrodome, the venue for animal shows that opened in 1996. The highlight is the return of shows staged both indoors and outdoors. Other activities include trying commands with sheepdogs and a photo studio where visitors can dress up as shepherds. 竹中工務店 was involved in the construction.
How to explain the introduction of AI interviews internally: JetB株式会社 publishes a white paper to support internal proposals and approval requests
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JetB株式会社 has published a 20-page white paper titled “Explaining the Introduction of AI Interviews Internally.” The paper supports internal proposals and approval requests for adopting AI interviews. It organizes topics such as the purpose of adoption, reasons for selection, cost-effectiveness and operational requirements, and is offered as a practical guide to preparing proposals that decision-makers can evaluate.
ノジマ appoints its first “student store managers”—2 students!
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株式会社ノジマ has appointed 2 student staff members who have earned trust and delivered results as its first “student store managers,” based on the principle of ranking contributions.
Facts
2 student store managers appointed
6 part-time employees hold store manager positions
Took office on October 1
Dependent deduction (annual income of 1.23 million yen)
【LAND CRUISER × Danner】Land Cruiser and boot brand “Danner” collaborate, offering limited-edition items from 2 brands that support you from the ground up
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トヨタ・コニック・プロ株式会社 will release collaboration items from Land Cruiser and boot brand “Danner.”
将来宇宙輸送システム株式会社 conducts ground hot-fire test of reusable rocket engine, successfully increasing combustion output in stages
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将来宇宙輸送システム株式会社 conducted a ground hot-fire test of a reusable liquid rocket engine incorporating an electric pump and successfully achieved combustion at the equivalent of 60% of rated output.
Facts
From August 27 to September 9, 2026
Gradually increased output to 20% and then 40%
Successfully achieved combustion at the equivalent of 60% of rated output
Announced in March this year
Aiming to achieve combustion at rated output (100%)