https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 901 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 172 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/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115253https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115253Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe 一般社団法人埼玉ニュービジネス協議会 will begin accepting applications for the 5th Saitama New Business Awards on October 1, 2026. “Saitama character” has been added to the judging criteria, and applications will follow a 2-stage process. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115252https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115252Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFJDynamics has released product information for “FJD Trion X1,” an all-in-one field device designed to streamline on-site inspection work in construction, facility management, and other fields. It integrates LiDAR, GNSS, a 360° camera, and other features, and works with Model Web to support workflows ranging from carrying out inspection tasks and linking anomalies to 3D data to recording voice notes and creating reports. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115251https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115251Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESBlueWX株式会社 raised funding in a Series A extension round through a third-party allotment of shares to 株式会社フィデアキャピタル. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115250https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115250Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社インバウンドホールディングス will appoint Fumihiko Masuda, former president and representative director of ヤマダホームズ and former senior managing director of タマホーム, as an adviser effective September 30, 2026, to support strategy development and nationwide expansion of its “Inn Development Desk” business. As the lodging facility renovation market expands, the company also plans to hold an information seminar in Tokyo in October for construction and renovation companies. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115249https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115249Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESLondon-based independent blended whisky brand “COMPASS BOX” will launch “This is a 10-Year-Old Whisky,” a limited-edition bottling made entirely from whiskies aged for 10 years, in Japan from October 5, 2026, to mark 10 years of its campaign to improve transparency in the industry. Limited to 3,610 bottles worldwide, with a suggested retail price of 12,320 yen (tax included). https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115248https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115248Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESNaka Town, Tokushima Prefecture, and KDDI Smart Mobility will begin demonstration operations for the public rideshare service “NakaMobi” on October 1, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115247https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115247Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESGrand Front Osaka and Grand Green Osaka will hold their winter illumination event from November 4, 2026, to February 28, 2027. The display will scale up to a record-high approximately 510,000 decorative LED lights and use renewable electricity compliant with “RE100.” The “Grand Santa Parade in UMEKITA,” with around 650 participants, is also scheduled for December 22. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115246https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115246Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESGrand Front Osaka and Grand Green Osaka will hold the winter illumination “Champagne Gold Illumination in UMEKITA” from Nov. 4, 2026, to Feb. 28, 2027. The number of decorative LEDs will be scaled up to a record-high approximately 510,000, with an environmentally conscious design. A participatory event, “Grand Santa Parade in UMEKITA,” is also scheduled for Dec. 22. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115245https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115245Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESグランフロント大阪 will hold the Christmas event “GRAND WISH CHRISTMAS 2026” from Nov. 4 to Dec. 25. Its main theme is “Evergreen Forest,” featuring a “forest of light.” The event will also include the special Disney project “Disney Gift of Story,” the “Champagne Gold Illumination in UMEKITA” with a record-high approximately 510,000 lights, and the participatory parade “Grand Santa Parade in UMEKITA.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115244https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115244Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES山口県は、暮らしやすさをテーマにしたPR動画シリーズ「マイライク＆マイライフ山口県」の配信を開始した。第1弾は25歳のリモートワーカーを描き、9月30日に公開された。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115243https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115243Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESマコー株式会社’s Chinese subsidiary, 常熟磨考机械科技有限公司, will relocate its base from Changshu, Jiangsu Province, to Shanghai and change its name to 上海磨考机械科技有限公司 effective Aug. 1, 2026. The move is intended to speed up technical support, expand the supply system for consumable parts, and strengthen support from local staff. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115220https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115220Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESパーソルビジネスプロセスデザイン will hold a networking roundtable with job offer recipients in Osaka on Nov. 20, 2026, themed around finding work outside major urban areas. The event is part of the “LOkatsu Project,” commissioned by 厚生労働省. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115219https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115219Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アルネッツ has launched “Portfolio Workshop,” a service that helps prioritize DX initiatives and develop implementation plans. The company is part of the FRONTEO group, and the service uses the low-code development platform Mendix to build consensus between business and IT departments. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115218https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115218Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社つなげーと launched “つなげーと Creator Academy,” a hands-on program to train hobby event organizers, on Oct. 15 and is recruiting the first 10 participants. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115217https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115217Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“Textile Alchemy,” the largest exhibition to date looking back on more than 40 years of work by Reiko Sudo and NUNO, opened on Sept. 20, 2026, at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), where it will run through March 7, 2027. The exhibition features more than 100 NUNO textiles and insights into their creation, as well as curtains for a new gallery designed by Peter Zumthor. A related book is also available in Japan. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115216https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115216Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人日本キャンドル協会 will hold “TOKYO TOWER CANDLE DAYS 2026” at Tokyo Tower from Oct. 23 to 25, 2026. The event will feature the JAPAN CANDLE ARTIST AWARD ceremony, workshops, and a candle market, as well as a collaboration with thatgamecompany. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115215https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115215Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社サラダコスモ is redesigning the packaging for “Mung Bean Sprouts 200g” to mark its 80th anniversary. The new design is inspired by the bottles used by the company’s original ramune soda business, and the product will begin rolling out in early October 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115214https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115214Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES新潟市 and プログレス・テクノロジーズ株式会社 held a joint press conference on September 28, 2026, to announce the “Niigata 2km DX Human Resource Development Project” and begin working together to develop local DX talent and address regional challenges. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115213https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115213Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社mikan has obtained permission to use junior high school English textbooks from all 6 publishers—東京書籍, 開隆堂出版, 三省堂, 教育出版, 光村図書出版 and 新興出版社啓林館—and will begin gradually rolling out an AI-powered “textbook learning feature” from fiscal 2027. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115212https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115212Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社東京国際フォーラム announced that it will mark its 30th anniversary on January 10, 2027, and selected “A future ahead that makes your heart leap” as its slogan, along with a logo. Details of the anniversary program are scheduled to be announced in mid-December 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115211https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115211Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe “Daiya Gate Ikebukuro Night Market: Your Go-To Place to Connect,” a night market where visitors can experience food and culture from the Ikebukuro area, will be held from October 21 to 23, 2026, hosted by 株式会社西武不動産. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115210https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115210Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社イーグリッド has signed a business partnership agreement with アイテック阪急阪神, a systems integrator within the 阪急阪神東宝グループ, and formed a capital and business alliance through a third-party allotment of shares. The companies will strengthen their collaboration on developing customer management systems for energy providers and aim to introduce new technologies such as AI-driven development and expand into the cable industry. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115209https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115209Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社現場サポート has published a case study on the adoption of “Genba Cloud Arune” by construction company 株式会社平原組. The system addressed challenges in locating heavy machinery and managing paper inspection logs, enabling centralized smartphone management and a shift to paperless operations. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115208https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115208Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTEPCO Home Tech will run its “Fall and Winter Home Energy Upgrade Program” from October 1, 2026. The program consists of 2 campaigns: special pricing on EcoCute water heaters and IH cooking heaters, and gift cards and cashback for customers who receive an assessment and sign a contract for solar power generation and storage batteries. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115207https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115207Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社RESALON will launch “be my flora × Sanne Vloet PROTEIN MATCHA LATTE,” a matcha protein product developed with international model Sanne Vloet, on November 28, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115206https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115206Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA limited-production analog record, “Fade Out Remixes,” featuring a remastered version of Kyoko Koizumi’s 1989 song “Fade Out” and remixes by Haruo Chikada, Soichi Terada, Hiroshi Fujiwara and others, will go on sale on September 30, 2026, and will be distributed worldwide through the renowned Dutch label Rush Hour. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115205https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115205Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESアヴァンセ株式会社 held a new product launch party at Roppongi Tsutaya Books on September 3 and 4, 2026, to mark the brand’s 30th anniversary. A total of 233 media representatives and influencers attended, and guests could see and try 3 new products released that day: 束感ラッシュベース, ラッシュメルトリムーバー and ソワンアイクリームV. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115204https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115204Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESOsaka Electro-Communication University and 大阪府住宅供給公社 announced the completion of renovations to the community center at Kori Mitsui housing complex. An unveiling event will be held on October 17, followed by a symposium on October 23. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115203https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115203Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAgoda has appointed actor Riisa Naka as its new brand ambassador in Japan and will launch its new campaign, “Go Go Agoda!”, on October 1, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115202https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115202Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES福岡県 will hold a “Job and Career Fair” for people seeking a career change on November 28 as part of efforts to address labor shortages in the hospitality industry. Up to 30 hospitality businesses from across the prefecture will exhibit, and QUO cards will be given to people who register in advance or attend. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115201https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115201Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社プリメディカ analyzed the relationship between 5 enterotypes of gut bacteria unique to Japanese people and dietary patterns through research conducted jointly with 京都府立医科大学 and 摂南大学. The findings were published in the international academic journal Gut Microbes Reports. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115200https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115200Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESLocal specialties and sake will be showcased at the “越後長岡ふるさと会 Fair,” held at the initiative of people from Nagaoka. The fair will take place at Ginza Niigata Information Center on October 3 and 4, with tasting and sampling corners also available. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115199https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115199Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES日建リース工業株式会社, which operates the seafood wholesaler’s Italian restaurant 港町のイタリアン モンテロッソ, will change the restaurant’s name to 渋谷OASIS and reopen after renovation on October 1, 2026. It will introduce new menu items featuring herbs from its own はーとふる農園 and using the live-fish transport container “魚活ボックス.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115198https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115198Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESCoupa株式会社 has signed an alliance agreement with KPMGコンサルティング for operations and maintenance, strengthening its support structure for procurement and purchasing. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115197https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115197Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAccording to a survey of 395 IT freelancers conducted by 株式会社テックビズ, 66.9% feel concerned about the spread of generative AI, while 65.3% feel their market value has increased. The rate of taking action was 88.9%, with more than half investing money in countermeasures. However, only 30.6% receive support from companies, and requests for learning content and subsidies ranked highest. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115196https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115196Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES住友生命保険相互会社 will begin including the free health promotion program “VitalityスマートFree” with its direct-channel-only product “Ｃｈａｋｉｎ” starting October 1, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115195https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115195Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESReservations through accommodation booking sites for the Kyushu Fukko Support Discount Fukuoka Campaign (楽天トラベル, 一休.com, Yahoo!トラベル) will open on October 1, and additional bookings with direct discounts from accommodation facilities will open on October 9. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115194https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115194Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe “Delicious Autumn Festival” will be held at CIAL横浜, operated by 株式会社JR横浜湘南シティクリエイト, from October 1 to 31, 2026. Limited-edition dishes and sweets made with ingredients such as chestnuts and sweet potatoes will be offered by 17 stores. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115193https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115193Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社RKKCS will hold a stamp rally at the “RKKCS Kids Park,” taking place alongside ロアッソ熊本’s home game on October 11, 2026, and give stickers to the first 1,000 visitors. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115192https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115192Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES大正製薬 will begin airing its new TV commercial, “リポビタンDays×女性アスリート,” nationwide starting October 1. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115191https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115191Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESCloudbase株式会社 has launched general availability of its new “Context-Driven Penetration Testing” service, which combines AI with the judgment of security experts. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115190https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115190Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES能美防災’s “ストクル＋” has won the Chair of the Screening Committee Award at the Reiwa 8 Food Loss Reduction Promotion Awards. The service helps companies donate emergency food supplies when they are replaced, and had facilitated donations totaling approximately 37.1 tons by the end of March 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115189https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115189Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESJALUXは、ベトナムに初の現地法人「JALUX VIETNAM CO., LTD」を設立した。新会社は2026年9月25日に設立され、JALUXが100%出資する連結子会社となる。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115188https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115188Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ゲート・ワン has begun integrating ファミマTV data with 株式会社スイッチメディア’s AI advertising data platform “クロスメディアインサイト,” enabling integrated planning and effectiveness measurement across television and digital advertising. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115187https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115187Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Fall Mio Bread Festival will be held at 天王寺ミオ, operated by ＪＲ西日本ＳＣ開発株式会社, from October 7 to 26, 2026. A record-high 17 stores will participate, bringing together popular bakeries such as グリル梵 and MAISON KAYSER. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115186https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115186Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESCloudflare announced plans to establish a public certificate authority (CA) to strengthen web security for the post-quantum era, supporting both conventional encryption and next-generation post-quantum Merkle tree certificates (MTC). It has obtained GlobalSign’s root key and plans to begin issuing MTCs for production environments in the first quarter of 2027. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115185https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115185Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESひかり味噌株式会社 will hold an Instagram giveaway campaign starting September 30, 2026, in which entrants can choose from 2 varieties of its new-style amazake “晴れのち糀.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115184https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115184Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES関西外国語大学 will hold a talk show with solo artist and actor 関口メンディー on October 24, the first day of its university festival, and is accepting advance registrations. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115183https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115183Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ツクイ announced that membership of “100年手帳,” a members-only website for users of its care services and their families, surpassed 20,000 in July 2026. The service launched in November 2024 and has shown benefits including improved convenience, reduced workloads, and lower expenses through paperless operations (more than 2 million yen per month). https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115182https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115182Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe outdoor music event “軽井沢・サウンドピクニック2026” will be held on October 10 and 11 at 軽井沢・プリンスショッピングプラザ, operated by 株式会社西武不動産プロパティマネジメント. Performers include TSUKEMEN and ホフディラン, and admission is free. A “Platinum Bargain” sale offering discounts of up to 80% will also run from October 30 to November 9. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115181https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115181Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA night market will be held in the open space at “ダイヤゲート池袋,” managed by 株式会社西武不動産プロパティマネジメント, from October 21 to 23, 2026. The event will feature food vendors, mini-concerts, and a stargazing session, aiming to revitalize the areas along the railway lines and enhance the property’s value. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115180https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115180Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFollowing the death of playwright 倉本聰, HBC will air a specially edited tribute program, “追悼・倉本聰さん 北海道fact 倉本聰と戦争・・・そしてドラマへ,” late at night on October 4, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115179https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115179Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES公益財団法人東京都スポーツ文化事業団 announced that the “2026 Tokyo International Youth Sports Tournament (volleyball and softball)” will be held on November 28 and 29, 2026, at Komazawa Olympic Park General Sports Ground. Admission is free. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115178https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115178Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAnime director Komatsuda Daizen appeared as a guest on episode 105 of the JFN radio program “MUSIC TOURIST,” broadcast on October 3, 2026, and discussed behind-the-scenes stories about the creation of Rebuild of Evangelion and the realities of anime production. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115177https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115177Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESピー・シー・エー株式会社 announced that it will begin offering a plug-in on September 30, 2026, connecting its core business service PCA Arch Finance & Accounting with FUJIFILM IWpro, a cloud service from Fujifilm Business Innovation. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115176https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115176Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA research team from 静岡大学 and 糸魚川ユネスコ世界ジオパーク used DNA analysis of feces from the endangered land snail Murayama snail to reveal that it forages on a wide range of plants spanning 8 orders and 11 families. The findings will help make conservation efforts more efficient. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115175https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115175Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社TimeTree has signed an agreement with 公益財団法人日本オリンピック委員会 (JOC) for the “TEAM JAPAN Official Supportership Media Supplier Special Program” in the calendar media category. The agreement runs through December 31, 2028, and TimeTree will help foster a culture of support for TEAM JAPAN through in-app communications and advertising. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115174https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115174Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Kawarasaki Laboratory at 静岡大学 will hold a Christmas ornament design workshop for elementary and junior high school students. The works created will be used in a giant tree display at グランシップ in 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115173https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115173Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESテレリモ総研, operated by 株式会社LASSIC, surveyed 1,011 people with telework experience. The most requested workplace policy or support was “a policy allowing employees to choose their work hours and work style,” at 23.4%, followed by “clarification of work objectives and goals” at 21.8%, and “objective visualization and management of workload and working hours” at 19.4%. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115172https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115172Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAPRESIA Systems株式会社 began sales of the “KOKOMO-G710FW-P,” a gateway product equipped with security features, on September 30, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115171https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115171Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe “Harukas Nippon Expo: Niigata Edition” will be held at あべのハルカス近鉄本店 starting October 7, 2026. Niigata food, sake, crafts and tourism information will be showcased throughout the store, with events held in collaboration with クラブツーリズム, including talks. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115170https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115170Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAn Osaka-Kansai Expo food fair will be held at あべのハルカス近鉄本店 to mark the first anniversary of EXPO2025’s closing. The fair will feature live sales of food from the pavilions of Portugal, Canada, Kuwait, Angola and other countries, as well as Expo-related products from Colombia, Oman, Central Asia, Cambodia, the United Kingdom and elsewhere. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115169https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115169Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社エル・ローズ’s bust-flattening innerwear “Nstyle” will exhibit at “きもの旅商人in岡山” and “きもの旅商人in鈴鹿,” events organized by 寺子屋きもの. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115168https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115168Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESCIC Catalyst APAC has selected 2 startups—株式会社アクセルスターズ and 株式会社HaKaL—to participate in the “Fukuoka Prefecture NEXT Unicorn Development Spark Program 2026,” which it operates in collaboration with グローバルコネクト福岡ネットワーク. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115167https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115167Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESNX Bangladesh, part of the 日本通運 Group, opened a new air cargo handling facility, “Nippon Express Bangladesh Air Freight CFS,” in the Gazipur District of Bangladesh and held an opening ceremony on September 16. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115166https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115166Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社JR東日本商事 will launch collaboration products (a semi-luna basket and a soft cooler) featuring the Suica Penguin and outdoor brand ＬＯＧＯＳ in October and November 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115165https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115165Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Nint will co-host a free online seminar with 株式会社デジタリフト, 株式会社グラッドキューブ and シナジーマーケティング株式会社 on September 28, 2026, sharing changes in e-commerce operations and ways to identify job-ready talent. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115164https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115164Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES南知多ビーチランド will display a rare clown triggerfish caught in Mikawa Bay for a limited time. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115163https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115163Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESIn conjunction with Mone Kamishiraishi’s 10th-anniversary outdoor festival, “Mone Kamishiraishi 10th Live《bouquet》for ALL,” to be held at Yokohama Red Brick Park on October 3 and 4, Reiwa 8, 横浜市 and 公益財団法人横浜市観光協会 have signed a partnership agreement with ユニバーサルミュージック合同会社 and will run a campaign from October 2 to 5. Plans include operating a special bus, selling specially designed Minato Burari tickets and setting up photo spots. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115162https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115162Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社日本農業新聞 has opened applications for the 2nd School Lunch Awards, established to mark the 日本農業新聞’s 100th anniversary, and is seeking outstanding examples of practices such as local food sourcing and food education from municipalities, schools and others across Japan. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115161https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115161Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESOn October 3, Reiwa 8, Izumiotsu City will hold its “Child Correspondent” program in Hino Town, Shiga Prefecture, including a rice-harvesting experience in the production area of “Mizukagami,” rice scheduled to be served in school lunches. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115160https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115160Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESServiceNow Japan合同会社 earned a “Leader” rating in 2 domestic assessments by IDC Japan. Its strengths as an integrated platform and its governance capabilities were recognized in the Unified AI Platform and Low-Code/No-Code Developer Technologies categories. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115159https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115159Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アイシン has published its “Integrated Report 2026” on its corporate website to help investors and stakeholders understand its efforts to sustainably enhance corporate value. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115158https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115158Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSaga City is working on a project to reconstruct woven baskets from the Jomon period, approximately 8,000 years ago, excavated from the Higashina ruins. In September this year, it reconstructed 2 small baskets using vine material, and plans to reconstruct a total of 7 baskets—3 large and 4 small—by March, Reiwa 9. The replicas will be displayed at the Higashina Ruins Guidance and Archaeological Heritage Center, currently under construction. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115157https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115157Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“INTERSECT BY LEXUS - TOKYO” in Minami-Aoyama, Tokyo, will begin serving its fall-exclusive Mont Blanc, “Chestnut × Shochu × Hojicha,” and a dessert set on October 1, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115156https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115156Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESJR西日本SC開発株式会社 has set November 24, 2026, as the opening date for the second phase of “LUCUA SOUTH,” a new building at LUCUA Osaka. 28 brands, including those making their nationwide debut, will open at once, and “LUCUA Characters World” will be located on floors 10F–13F. Plans were also unveiled to transform the entire building into an immersive entertainment space. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115155https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115155Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社オートバックスセブン will run a collaboration campaign with the TV anime Golden Kamuy from October 1 to December 31, 2026. The campaign will include in-store announcements, sales of limited-edition goods and a prize drawing. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115154https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115154Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社和田正, a franchisee of 株式会社オートバックスセブン, will open “ASM NAGAOKA,” a store that sells and buys used car accessories, inside Super Autobacs NAGAOKA on October 1, 2026. This will bring the number of ASM stores nationwide to 22. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115153https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115153Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES東京都住宅供給公社（JKK東京）は、大蔵住宅の団地再生事業で創出した用地を活用し、社会福祉法人サン・ビジョンが運営する特別養護老人ホーム「グレイスフル砧公園」を令和8年10月1日に開設すると発表した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115152https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115152Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ヤマップ and 面白法人カヤック will hold a joint online seminar on October 8, 2026, for local governments interested in community development that makes use of mountain and natural resources. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115151https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115151Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESシロカ株式会社 will launch a heated ultrasonic humidifier on October 27, 2026. The SD-3HC131 features a humidification output of up to 400 mL/h and a 3.2 L tank, along with 99.9% sterilization and top-fill functionality. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115150https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115150Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社お亀堂, a long-established Japanese confectionery founded in 1950, will sell its limited-time seasonal confections “Squirrel” and “Village of Akebi,” depicting an autumn forest, from October 1, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115149https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115149Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社オービックビジネスコンサルタント (OBC) announced that 4 of its services took 1st place in their respective categories and divisions in the “2026 First-Half BOXIL Document Request Rankings,” organized by スマートキャンプ. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115148https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115148Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社テイクアンドギヴ・ニーズ (T&G) is launching a new hotel brand, “GENTLE,” and plans to open its first location, “THE GENTLE KAMAKURA,” in Koshigoe, Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture, in March 2027. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115147https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115147Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人日本能率協会 announced that it will jointly hold 3 exhibitions at Marine Messe Fukuoka on October 28–29, 2026: the agriculture-related “12th Kyushu Agro-Innovation / Kyushu Green Food System EXPO 2026” and the trade shows for the food service, lodging and tourism industries, “8th Kyushu-Okinawa Lodging and Food Service Industry Exhibition” and “2nd Asia Food Export Exhibition.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115146https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115146Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社みんなの銀行 signed an agreement with the National Police Agency on a public-private partnership framework to track, freeze and recover proceeds from special fraud on September 30, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115145https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115145Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES大阪府住宅供給公社 announced the completion of a community center renovated through a collaboration between students and residents as part of the “Nikoniko Design” project at Kori-Mitsui Housing Complex. A completion celebration will be held on October 17, 2026, and a symposium at 大阪電気通信大学 on the 23rd. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115144https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115144Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESJR東日本東北総合サービス株式会社 (LiViT) and 塩竈市 held a public vote for a new souvenir character to mark the city’s 85th anniversary in November 2026 and the online store’s 5th anniversary. The 1st-place character, “Sushimaro,” was selected for a magnet, and the 2nd-place character, “Moshio-hime,” for a station-name sign keychain. The items are scheduled to go on sale on November 23, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115143https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115143Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAn autumn limited-edition burger made with Miyazaki’s traditional Sadowara eggplant will go on sale from October 8 at The BEACH BURGER HOUSE, operated by フェニックス・シーガイア・リゾート. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115142https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115142Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES医療法人徳洲会 and 広島国際大学 signed a comprehensive partnership agreement on September 14 to develop human resources in the health and medical fields. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115141https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115141Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA joint study by 摂南大学, 京都府立医科大学 and プリメディカ analyzed the relationship between enterotypes of gut bacteria unique to Japanese people and dietary patterns among 770 residents of Kyotango City aged 65 and older. The paper was published in Gut Microbes Reports. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115140https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115140Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESGMO Aozora Net Bank has signed an agreement with 警察庁 on a public-private collaboration framework to track and recover funds lost to special fraud schemes, with operations set to begin on October 1, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115139https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115139Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社サイバーセキュリティクラウド launched the “AI Security Improvement and Implementation Support Service” on September 30, 2026, providing end-to-end support from analyzing the causes of issues found in AI application vulnerability assessments and developing improvement policies to design and implementation. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115138https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115138Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社スタメン will hold the first “UNION AWARD 2026,” honoring labor unions working to create better workplaces, in Nagoya on December 14, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115137https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115137Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe results of the 25th “Financial Trends Survey 2026,” conducted by ADKマーケティング・ソリューションズ, show that the finance and insurance trend for 2026 is “light (karui).” The survey revealed consumers’ preference for effortlessness and polarization by socioeconomic tier, a shift toward effortless finance in consumption, and a move from passive choice to active decision-making in life insurance. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115136https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115136Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社スタイルデザイナー, a group company of 株式会社アルテジェネシス, opened its Obu location of the beauty salon chain “lumiere” on September 26, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115135https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115135Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社八天堂 will hold a Halloween event at 八天堂カフェリエきさらづ in Kisarazu, Chiba Prefecture, from October 1 to November 3, 2026, featuring limited-edition sweets and activities for children. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115134https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115134Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESKPMGコンサルティング has signed an alliance agreement with Coupa on operations and maintenance, strengthening its support for advancing procurement and purchasing. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115133https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115133Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAs a new initiative under its internal open-call new business creation program “AGS＋ON,” Asahi Group Foods will recruit partner companies from October 1 to 30. A new collaboration exploration track has been established, and partners are being sought for 4 themes. 株式会社ユニッジ is participating as a joint operating partner. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115132https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260930-12/index-en-p2.html#n3115132Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESVisa and ONEジャパン exhibited at International Logistics Exhibition 2026 and presented the results of introducing B2B card payments to ONE Finance. The number of transactions increased 14 times from April to July, with reported benefits including improved operational efficiency and cash flow support.