https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 1205 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 126 items from 6 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112988https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112988Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アドテック will launch its industrial and embedded computer “ARES-1983H Series” on September 30, 2026. It features a 14th/13th/12th-generation Intel Core processor, a compact design and a wide range of I/O ports. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112987https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112987Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESテックファーム will launch a maintenance service on October 1, 2026, that uses AI to automate responses to Web service vulnerabilities. It supports the entire process, from collecting CVE information to investigating impact, making fixes and testing, and reports that internal testing reduced work time by 80%. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112986https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112986Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社findは、10月の「食品ロス削減月間」に合わせて、お忘れ物返却1件につき1円を一般社団法人最愛の食卓へ寄付する「かんしょくプロジェクト」を開始する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112985https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112985Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESParticipants are being sought for an on-site tour of the open-field vegetable production area in Ushimado, Setouchi City, for people aiming to start farming in the area through a new farmer training program. Details are available on the official website of 岡山県担い手育成総合支援協議会. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112984https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112984Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アントワークス will update the main menus at “伝説のすた丼屋” and “名物すた丼の店” starting October 1, 2026. The “On-Tama New-Flavor Suta Don,” made with sweet soy sauce developed through the company’s overseas operations, will roll out nationwide, and “Fried Rice,” which sold more than 30,000 servings in 3 weeks as a limited-time item, will become a regular menu item. A “Ramen Set” will also be introduced at some locations. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112983https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112983Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社HERP will sponsor “Data Engineering Summit 2026,” to be held on October 9, 2026, as a Gold Sponsor, and will speak in a session and exhibit at a booth. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112982https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112982Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社サンジェルマン will release “Nouveau Wheat Rich Blanc,” a limited-time loaf made with new wheat from Hokkaido, starting October 10, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112981https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112981Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ティアフォー will add two new models with a 120-degree field of view, the C1-120MP and C2-120MP, to its MP Series in-vehicle cameras for Level 4 autonomous driving, and begin offering them on September 30, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112980https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112980Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAiロボティクス株式会社 will launch ELEKI LIFT PRO, the first salon-exclusive model from beauty appliance brand Brighte, on September 30, 2026, marking its full-scale entry into the salon market. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112979https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112979Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESアルファクラブ武蔵野株式会社 opened 『さがみ典礼の家族葬 川口西青木』, a new facility specializing in family funerals, in Kawaguchi, Saitama Prefecture, in September. The facility is reserved exclusively for 1 group per 1 day and features a large LED-screen altar and a relaxation salon. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112978https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112978Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ZENKIGEN used AI to analyze 16,000 recorded interviews held by its recruitment DX service harutaka and announced the “2026 Survey on Job-Hunting Harassment in Interviews.” The high-risk interview rate rose from the previous year, and probing into candidates’ health was the most common issue in both medium- and high-risk interviews. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112977https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112977Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESミヨシ油脂株式会社 will exhibit at Food Development Exhibition 2026, held at Tokyo Big Sight from October 14 to 16, and present new ingredients for Hakata tonkotsu ramen made without animal-derived ingredients, along with other presentations. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112897https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112897Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES大関株式会社 will launch “Josen One Cup 180ml Bottle (The Rose of Versailles),” a collaboration between the long-selling One Cup® Ozeki and the girls’ manga The Rose of Versailles, as a limited-time, limited-quantity product on October 5, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112896https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112896Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESジンベイ株式会社 will exhibit GenOCR, a generative AI-based AI-OCR, and the software factory GenApp at the 9th Medical Japan Tokyo (2nd Medical DX EXPO), taking place at Makuhari Messe from October 7 to 9, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112895https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112895Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ABABAによる27卒就活生と企業の意識調査によると、内定式直前でも学生の約3割が就活を継続しており、企業の約6割が10月以降も採用を継続・検討している。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112894https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112894Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社エーピーコミュニケーションズ earned Advanced Partner certification in the Datadog Partner Network on August 27, 2026. The company signed a partnership agreement in September 2024 and provides implementation and operational support as well as technical training, with 52 people earning certifications in fiscal 2025. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112893https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112893Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社サイキンソー launched a joint project with とやまのめ保育園 and 株式会社リッチェル, bringing together gut environment data, nursery schools, and baby product manufacturers. As the first phase, the partners have begun a demonstration experiment using a silicone bowl from Richell, aiming to develop products based on scientific evidence through analysis of eating behavior and gut flora data. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112892https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112892Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESユナイテッド・スーパーマーケット・ホールディングス株式会社 will begin selling “Beef Sukiyaki Rice Bowl” at its stores from October 1, 2026. The product was jointly developed by 4 group companies: マルエツ, カスミ, いなげや, and イオンフードスタイル. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112891https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112891Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe GAACAL brand, operated by 株式会社rainboww, has begun presales of 10 collaboration items featuring 株式会社ナルミヤ・インターナショナル’s Mezzo Piano Junior and 株式会社サンリオ’s ハローキティ. Featured items include the MagSafe-compatible smartphone case Pare Case, which lets users change its design by swapping plates. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112890https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112890Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社農心ジャパン will hold a social media voting campaign and a reopening event for its pop-up store in Harajuku to mark the 40th anniversary of the launch of the global brand 農心’s Shin Ramyun. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112889https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112889Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社甲羅が展開する「赤から」は、2026年10月10日に神奈川県厚木市に「赤から本厚木店」をグランドオープンする。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112888https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112888Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESUniqlo has signed a partnership agreement with 一般社団法人日本車いすバスケットボール連盟 (JWBF) through March 31, 2029, and will support Japan’s national teams and next-generation teams as an official sponsor and supplier. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112887https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112887Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESファイルフォース株式会社 will exhibit at the Information Security Expo, part of Japan IT Week Autumn 2026, taking place at Makuhari Messe from October 21 to 23, 2026. The company will showcase Fileforce, an AI agent under development, and SecurePC, and propose a secure platform for using AI with internal data. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112886https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112886Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES吉積情報株式会社 has posted on its official YouTube channel the session video “Time Spent Giving Instructions to AI Is a Waste! A New Approach to Business Automation with Google Workspace Studio,” presented at IT Trend Expo 2026 Summer, held online in September 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112885https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112885Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES井筒まい泉株式会社 will release its limited-time Demi-Glace Menchi Katsu Sandwich, a collaboration with Hakodate’s long-established Western-style restaurant 五島軒, on October 7, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112884https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112884Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Arent has updated features in its ASPO series of plant design and construction support add-ins. ASPO Support Fab has expanded its steel support range to 22 types and added an automatic dimension adjustment feature. ASPO Spool Manager has enhanced integration with Autodesk Forma and added a weld marker checking feature. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112883https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112883Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES吉積情報株式会社 has made its guide to Google Workspace’s no-code AI agent creation feature, Google Workspace Studio Handbook, available for free on its website. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112882https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112882Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESゼスプリ インターナショナル ジャパン provided 100,000 servings of Zespri SunGold kiwifruit free of charge through approximately 1,300 facilities and organizations nationwide as part of Kiwi for Kids 2026, aiming to help address nutritional challenges caused by rising prices. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112881https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112881Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESリーバイス® and HERALBONY are holding a limited-time pop-up event in Kyoto, offering a service to customize denim items with artists’ textiles. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112880https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112880Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社日本機能性コスメ研究所 will launch Fruitamin Lip Care beauty lip balm from the Thai cosmetics brand BabyBright online first on Rakuten Ichiba on October 14, 2026, with a phased rollout at ドン・キホーテ from mid-month. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112879https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112879Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社日本機能性コスメ研究所 will launch Skin Pop Highlighter, a cream highlighter from the Thai cosmetics brand BabyBright, online first on Rakuten Ichiba on October 14, 2026, with a phased rollout at ドン・キホーテ from mid-month. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112878https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112878Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESJDSC、HAL Lab.、SOXAIの3者は「うごく・休む・出かける」ウェルネスコンソーシアムを結成し、経済産業省の採択事業として2026年9月より新潟県内で高齢者向け実装検証を開始する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112877https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112877Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社トキハナ, which operates the LINE wedding venue search service トキハナ, has launched its “Wedding Venue Re-selection Guarantee” for couples who have second thoughts after choosing a venue. The service provides support of up to ¥100,000, equivalent to the application fee paid for the canceled venue. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112876https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112876Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESあっとほぉーむカフェ, a maid café operated by インフィニア株式会社, will begin distributing all 9 of its original songs on September 30, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112875https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112875Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ナチュラルサイエンス held its first skincare seminar on adolescent skin for middle and high school students and their parents at its head office and factory. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112874https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112874Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アールオーエヌ will release 5 types of “Creature & Insect Socks” in September 2026 through バグズファーム, its online store for edible insects and creature-themed goods. The designs feature warning and camouflage colors. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112873https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112873Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社YOUR MEAL will begin selling its protein coffee “YOUR COFFEE” at 37 ドン・キホーテ stores in September 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112872https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112872Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESモノグサ株式会社が提供する記憶プラットフォーム「Monoxer」を導入した修徳中学校・高等学校において、導入2年目となる2025年度の英検®2級合格者が前年度の51名から98名へ約2倍に増加した。学校全体での学習基盤構築と知識定着の可視化により、英語科だけでなく2026年度からは5教科への活用が拡大している。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112871https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112871Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESおたからや千川駅前店, operated by 株式会社クロスワン, will step up appraisals and purchase consultations for medals, decorations, and insignia for a limited time from October 1 to October 12, 2026, and may add around 10% to the appraised value, depending on the item. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112870https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112870Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES味の素株式会社 has collaborated with players on Japan’s national blind soccer team to revamp the packaging of its “Amino Vital” Perfect Energy jelly drink with a new shape that is easier to identify without relying on sight. The product will go on sale in late September 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112869https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112869Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTrim株式会社 will install its outdoor baby care room “mamaro solana™” as a special sponsored display with NTT西日本大分支店 at “OITA Cycle Festa!!!2026,” to be held in Oita City on October 3, 2026. This will be the product’s first display in the Kyushu region. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112868https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112868Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES足立区 will launch a 24-hour, 365-day “call center” and “AI chatbot” simultaneously on October 1 to address concerns from older residents. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112867https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112867Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe digital gift service “デジコ,” operated by 株式会社DIGITALIO, has been selected for corporate shareholder benefit catalog gifts offered by Daimaru Matsuzakaya Department Stores. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112866https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112866Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アンドパッド has announced that it will hold the “ANDPAD AWARD 2027,” recognizing companies and users of the construction-focused vertical AI platform “ANDPAD,” and has opened entries for the DX Company and DX Project categories. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112865https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112865Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESHajime Shimakawa, president and CEO of Nestlé Japan, will deliver a keynote at ad:tech tokyo 2026. The interviewer will be Shun Iba, president and CEO of 株式会社IBAカンパニー. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112864https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112864Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES土佐佐賀温泉こぶしのさと, a hot spring accommodation facility in Kuroshio Town, Kochi Prefecture, operated by 株式会社FoundingBase, will offer a special promotion in conjunction with the “Tosa Saga Returning Bonito Festival” on October 24. Guests who present a “Katsuo Gozen” meal ticket will receive ¥100 off the bathing fee. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112863https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112863Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES仙台市 will hold “TOHOKU DX GATEWAY 2026,” a DX exhibition for local governments, at Sendai International Center on October 20, 2026. One of the largest such events in Tohoku, it will feature 104 booths, as well as AI lectures and talk sessions. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112862https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112862Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESW２株式会社 announced that its commerce platform “W2 Commerce” is working toward integration with MCP (Model Context Protocol). This will enable e-commerce businesses to access and analyze more than 20 types of operational data, including product, customer and order data, simply by giving instructions in natural language to an AI assistant. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112861https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112861Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社WOW WORLD will hold an online seminar explaining the “WEBCAS New Year’s Greeting Email Service” on October 8, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112860https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112860Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社WOW WORLD has begun accepting orders for a New Year’s greeting email delivery service for businesses using its SaaS platform “WEBCAS e-mail.” A survey conducted by the company in August–September 2026 highlighted the growing popularity of New Year’s greeting emails and their benefits, including short delivery times and cost savings. The company also offers production and delivery services. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112859https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112859Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES果汁工房果琳, operated by 青木フルーツ株式会社, will sell the limited-edition drink “Shinako Limited Sleeve ♡ Magical Blueberry Milk,” featuring Shinako as ambassador, at 91 stores from October 5 to November 1, 2026, as part of イオンモール’s Halloween promotion. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112858https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112858Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社オープントーン completely revamped the user guide site for its “IC Time Recorder” attendance management system in September 2026 and added a new “Getting Started Guide.” The site combines help resources and manuals to support digital transformation at small and medium-sized businesses and ease the burden of initial setup. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112857https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112857Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESフルーツピークス, operated by 青木フルーツ株式会社, will sell a limited-time sweet potato tart created in collaboration with 行方市, Ibaraki Prefecture, starting October 1, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112856https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112856Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFour collaboration styles from UNDYED, a brand developed by MNインターファッション株式会社, and human woman, a brand developed by 株式会社TSI, go on sale September 30. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112855https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112855Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社DTS has signed a partnership agreement with dotData, Inc., which specializes in AI and data analytics, and begun collaborating with the company. As the first initiative, it will add a “Quality Factor Analysis Service for the Manufacturing Industry,” powered by dotData technology, to DTS’s data utilization solution “DMS.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112854https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112854Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESKameoka City, Kyoto Prefecture, will begin introducing “biodegradable paper agricultural sheets” to reduce environmental impact and labor in farm work. The material will be rolled out across the city starting in April 2026 and will also be introduced on a trial basis at the venue for the National Urban Greenery Fair. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112853https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112853Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES公益財団法人日本フィランソロピック財団 announced that it selected 株式会社ピリカ as the recipient of the 1st “秋田ノーザンハピネッツ ‘Glocal Startup’ Support Fund” and will award it 10 million yen. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112852https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112852Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社東祥, which operates the Holiday Sports Club with approximately 100 locations nationwide, has adopted “Gi Communication,” a consolidated billing service for communications charges, and “Invoice Hikari,” a fiber-optic service, improving billing efficiency and optimizing its communications contracts. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112851https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112851Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社エムステージ and 株式会社リウェル have been contracted by 那覇市教育委員会 to provide leave and return-to-work support services for teachers and staff, and will begin offering “WellcoHR” and “Wellcoリワーク”. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112850https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112850Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe official Instagram account “はーちゃん【農業よろず屋】” of “農機具王,” operated by 株式会社リンク, will sell charity towels to support producers affected by the July 2026 earthquake in Kumamoto Prefecture, and donate all proceeds to Kumamoto Prefecture. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112849https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112849Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Institute for International Business Communication (IIBC) announced that a total of 14 new test locations will be added for the TOEIC L&R Public Tests held in February and March 2027. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112848https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112848Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“オニぴよりん,” a limited-edition product based on ジェイアール東海フードサービス株式会社’s original sweet “ぴよりん,” will be sold at 岡山髙島屋 starting October 10, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112847https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112847Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社SCOグループ and 株式会社ConvergePartners have agreed to a business partnership to advance digital transformation in dental care, and will jointly work to enhance the AI sub-chart functions of “paylight X” and develop new features for clinical settings. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112846https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112846Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESRetty株式会社 has begun system integration with “Respo,” a platform for restaurants operated by 株式会社ハロー. This will enable reservations at locations using “Respo” to also be centrally managed through “Retty.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112845https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112845Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ハッカズーク has adopted “Official Alumni,” provided by 大日本印刷株式会社, and begun supporting relationship-building with former employees and network operations. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112844https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112844Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アテックス will launch the “Face Care Heart Stick,” a facial beauty device equipped with EMS and a heater, first in November 2026 and nationwide in December. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112843https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112843Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“Sushi Tomi,” the sushi restaurant at Awaji Highway Oasis, will begin selling its limited-time menu “『神無月』鱧・鰆,” made with conger eel and Spanish mackerel from Awaji Island, from October 1, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112842https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112842Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES伊藤手帳株式会社 will begin selling the 2027 edition of its “ユメキロック” Separate Diary on September 30, 2026. The long-selling product, with approximately 150,000 copies sold cumulatively, adds 5 new colors and is priced from 2,980 yen (tax included). https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112841https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112841Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES伊藤手帳株式会社 will begin selling the 2027 edition of “TETEFU,” a foldable planner from its “ユメキロック” brand, on September 30. The popular product has added 2 new colors and sold approximately 20,000 copies cumulatively. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112840https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112840Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES伊藤手帳株式会社 will launch 3 planners for 2027 under its “ユメキロック” brand—“HIGOLOG,” “WISELY,” and “VIZIUNO”—on September 30, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112839https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112839Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ほっかほっか亭総本部 will launch “ほっかローストチキン” and “鴨レッグ” in limited quantities from October 1, 2026. It will also offer the new products “スペシャルトリオ” and “オードブル（プレミアム）,” which pair these items with Chinese dishes and more. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112838https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112838Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESマルシェ株式会社は、2026年10月1日より「餃子食堂マルケン」のグランドメニューをリニューアルし、「マルケンでかっ焼餃子」など新商品を投入する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112837https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112837Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社お亀堂 will launch 「小倉バターあん巻き」, a Japanese confectionery take on Aichi’s “Ogura toast,” on October 1, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112836https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112836Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社AXNエンタテインメント will significantly expand the streaming lineup for its paid membership service 「ミステリーチャンネル倶楽部プレミアム」, with Japan’s fastest streaming of every episode of popular series, special videos, and limited-event content rolling out in sequence. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112835https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112835Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES三菱食品株式会社 will launch 「加賀かが鳶とび けざやか 720ml」, a junmai sake brewed by 株式会社福光屋 in Ishikawa Prefecture, nationwide from October 6 as the 5th item in the 「吉田類お薦め地酒シリーズ」. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112834https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112834Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社DECENCIA will hold the limited-time pop-up event “EYE FORM LAB. by DECENCIA” for its new eye cream, 「ディセンシア ヒアロブースト アイクリーム」, at @cosme OSAKA from October 14 to 20, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112833https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112833Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAVIOT, the brand of プレシードジャパン株式会社, will open preorders for 「TE-V1R-AD2」, true wireless earbuds created in collaboration to mark the 40th anniversary of 「あぶない刑事」, on September 30, 2026. Based on the 「TE-V1R」 model, which has shipped approximately 250,000 units to date, the earbuds feature special tuning and voice modes and are priced at ¥22,880, tax included. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112832https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112832Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESフタバ株式会社 will launch 「Binky TRIP」, a new collaboration series from foil-stamping brand 「ROKKAKU」 and illustrator 「ob1toy（オビワン）」, through its online shop and retail partners from October 1, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112831https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112831Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES「KIMONO ARCH」, operated by 株式会社やまと, will launch its 2026 Autumn & Winter 2nd collection, “CONNECT,” on October 3, 2026. The collection features sweat-fabric hooded kimono, haori jackets, knit vests, cardigans, bags, decorative cords, and more, with a focus on connections in craftsmanship. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112830https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112830Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESフタバ株式会社 will exhibit at “Inbound Goods EXPO Autumn,” to be held at Tokyo Big Sight from October 7 to 9, 2026. The company will showcase 「ROKKAKU」, its foil-stamped paper goods brand, OEM and ODM services for custom foil-stamped products, and new items including postcards featuring Japanese landmarks, with cumulative sales of 300,000 cards across the series. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112829https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112829Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESWHILL社 has released a white paper on its autonomous driving service operating at international airports. Cumulative rides have surpassed 1 million, with approximately 200 vehicles operating at 28 airports across North America, Europe, and Asia. The company is the only provider worldwide in this field and aims to build an integrated management infrastructure that includes robots made by other companies in the future, in response to growing demand for mobility assistance. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112828https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112828Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社東北新社, with the cooperation of 株式会社カプコン, will hold 「THE WORLD OF BIOHAZARD 30周年展」, an exhibition marking the 30th anniversary of 「バイオハザード」, at Shibuya BEAM from October 30, 2026. Details of the exhibition and original merchandise have been announced. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112827https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112827Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESIFME, the children’s shoe brand of 丸紅コンシューマーリンク株式会社, will launch its new 「ifme CALIN WFS フリル キネティックブーツ」, inspired by calendula, from late September 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112826https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112826Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFukushima Galilei has announced a model change to its existing 2-door type and the launch of a new 3-door type in its CO2 refrigerant reach-in display case 「MGKシリーズ」. The changes improve energy efficiency and ease of installation, with sales starting October 1, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112825https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112825Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESアシックス has released “The Movement Conservation Project” in conjunction with World Mental Health Day. A survey of 34,000 people across 31 countries and regions found that 86% of waking hours are spent “not moving.” The project highlights the effects of insufficient exercise on the mind and body, as well as the positive changes that can come from just 15 minutes of exercise. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112791https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112791Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Minto held a collaboration cafe with “ORBcafe” from August 24 to September 7, 2026, selling merchandise and limited-edition drinks. The event was also promoted on street-side screens in Shibuya and Shin-Okubo, and some items sold out. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112790https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112790Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES愛知県みよし市、中部国際空港、日揮HD、レボインターナショナル、SAFFAIRE SKY ENERGYの5者が、廃食用油をSAF原料とする資源化促進に関する協定を締結。10月1日より回収した廃食用油をSAF製造プラントへ供給し、国産SAFの生産とカーボンニュートラル社会の実現を目指す。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112789https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112789Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社日経BP’s “日経ウーマン” has launched a special website showing trends in the proportion of women in positions equivalent to section chief and department head by industry over the past 5 years, from 2022 to 2026. It visualizes progress toward the government’s 30% target and highlights disparities in industries such as finance, as well as structural barriers. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112788https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112788Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAs a legacy of the Tokyo 2020 Games, Chiba Prefecture is holding 『ＢＯＳＯサーフィンミーティング２０２６』, primarily in the Sotobo area, and recruiting participants for 3 sessions in October and November. The event is aimed at beginners and offers surfing experiences, Boso cuisine, workshops, and more. Each session is limited to 20 participants, and the fee is 7,000 yen. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112787https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112787Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ガーデン is holding a campaign to mark the group surpassing 222 locations, offering Iekei ramen or abura soba at special prices exclusively to members of the 壱角家 app. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112786https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112786Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA survey of 422 students from former imperial universities and Waseda and Keio who are expected to graduate in 2028, conducted by 株式会社リーディングマーク, found that 47.4% hope to receive their first job offer before year-end of their third undergraduate or first master's year, while only 6.6% hope to finish job hunting by then, a gap of 40.8 percentage points. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112785https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112785Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESLH Co., Ltd. will hold a limited-time “Oyster Hut on Tour” at ヤマダデンキテックランド熊谷本店 in Saitama Prefecture from October 30 to November 23. It will serve one portion of Miyagi Prefecture oysters in the shell for 880 yen, as part of a self-service BBQ event aimed at supporting recovery. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112784https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112784Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ユニッジ has been selected as a development promoter for fiscal 令和8年度 of 東京都’s Next-Generation Communications Technology Startup Support Program (Tokyo NEXT 5G Boosters Project), and will support startups using 5G and Beyond 5G. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112783https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112783Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アジラ will exhibit at the international deep-tech conference “Global Startup EXPO 2026,” to be held in Osaka Prefecture from October 5 to 7, 2026, and demonstrate its AI security system, “AI Security asilla.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112782https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112782Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe “Oyster Hut on Tour” will be held for a limited time at MEGAドン・キホーテUNY伊勢崎東店 in Gunma Prefecture from October 30 to November 23. Miyagi Prefecture oysters in the shell will be served at 880 yen per portion. The event features self-service BBQ over binchotan charcoal, a wide selection of grilled seafood such as turban shells and scallops, and other menu items. It aims to support recovery from the Great East Japan Earthquake. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112781https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112781Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESItabashi Ward, Tokyo, will hold a universal sports experience event themed around enabling everyone to enjoy a variety of sports, regardless of disability. In addition to experience booths for wheelchair rugby and deaf table tennis, guests will include medalists from the Paralympics and Deaflympics. Sponsors include 株式会社湖池屋 and 東京ヴェルディ. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112780https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112780Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES9 people, including arranger Masao Omura, have been named as Reiwa 8 honorees in the Hall of Popular Music. A book about Omura, The Career of Composer and Arranger Masao Omura: 1951-1997, has been published by DU BOOKS, an imprint of 株式会社ディスクユニオン. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112779https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112779Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社パピレス announced the August 2026 short drama rankings for the e-book rental site “Renta!” The No. 1 title was “An Affair at Home: My Husband Was Stolen by the Housekeeper,” and the service surpassed 11 million members in 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112778https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112778Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSHE株式会社 will release a new web commercial featuring comedy trio ぱーてぃーちゃん, along with a special website, on September 30, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112777https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-09/index-en-p9.html#n3112777Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESエニタイムフィットネスは2026年9月30日、東京都品川区に五反田店をリニューアルオープンした。同ブランドは米国発祥で世界31カ国・地域に6,000店舗以上を展開し、日本ではFC本部の株式会社Fast Fitness Japanにより運営されている。