# AI News 180m Report｜2026-09-30 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 4 of 11

One 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.

## Donations to the “Reiwa ８ Kumamoto Earthquake” Relief Fund

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000109.000110563.html
- anchor: #n3114868
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社インフォメーション・ディベロプメント、IDグループ、日本赤十字社

The IDグループ, including 株式会社インフォメーション・ディベロプメント, donated relief funds through 日本赤十字社 to support people affected by the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake and aid recovery efforts.

Facts:
- Since its founding in 1969

## Scoremaker Pocket launches, making it easy to display and play sheet music on smartphones and tablets

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000112.000045724.html
- anchor: #n3114867
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社河合楽器製作所、河合

株式会社河合楽器製作所 will launch the free app 「スコアメーカーPocket」 on Sept. 30, 2026, allowing users to display and play sheet music on smartphones and tablets. As a commemorative campaign, it will also offer paid licenses for 「スコアメーカーZERO」 at special prices from Oct. 1 to Oct. 31.

Facts:
- Sept. 30, 2026
- Oct. 1
- Oct. 31
- 22,880 yen
- 9,900 yen
- 15,180 yen
- 7,700 yen

## To the fields, even in a wheelchair or stroller! “Katagiri’s Sweet Potato Harvest Tour,” an experience for children with severe disabilities and their families, to be held in Kashiwa, Chiba Prefecture, on Nov. 1 (Sun.)

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000119.000113873.html
- anchor: #n3114866
- Companies mentioned: 特定非営利活動法人EPO、COCOLON、日建リース工業株式会社、公益財団法人JKA、オートレース、手賀農園

COCOLON, operated by 特定非営利活動法人EPO, will hold the “Katagiri’s Sweet Potato Harvest Tour” in Kashiwa, Chiba Prefecture, on Nov. 1, 2026. Participants can take part in the sweet potato harvest while remaining in their wheelchairs or strollers.

Facts:
- Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
- Capacity: 10 groups, 40 people
- 参加費 500円(1名あたり)
- 送迎費用 (1家族あたり) 5000円(都内往復)
- 2,000 yen (round trip to JR Kashiwa Station)
- We have supported more than 200 children in total

## First-ever! Autumn’s appetite arrives at sea. “Onboard Autumn Buffet” launches Oct. 2 on THE KOBE DINING CRUISE コンチェルト

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000130.000080690.html
- anchor: #n3114865
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社神戸クルーザー、シルバーバックスプリンシパル・グループ、THE KOBE DINING CRUISE コンチェルト、THE KOBE DINING CRUISE（コンチェルト・ルミナス神戸2）

株式会社神戸クルーザー will hold its first “Onboard Autumn Buffet” aboard THE KOBE DINING CRUISE コンチェルト starting Oct. 2, 2026. The lunch, twilight and dinner cruises will serve autumn dishes such as roast pork, along with all-you-can-drink beverages, while guests enjoy views of Kobe.

Facts:
- Oct. 2 (Fri.)–Nov. 29 (Sun.), 2026
- 1-hour-45-minute cruise
- Adults: ¥8,800
- Operates 34 businesses

## For vehicle preparedness during typhoon season and heavy rain: New “emergency escape hammer” to grip and strike

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000142.000079439.html
- anchor: #n3114864
- Companies mentioned: 小林薬品株式会社、楽天市場、Yahoo！ショッピング、RABLISS

小林薬品株式会社 has launched a new “emergency escape hammer” to help people escape from vehicles in an emergency.

## Booost to hold 3rd seminar on decision-making for renewable energy procurement

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000290.000056793.html
- anchor: #n3114863
- Companies mentioned: Booost株式会社、ITR

Booost株式会社 held the 3rd study session on decision-making in renewable energy procurement, explaining practical ways to compare estimates for retail electricity and PPAs.

Facts:
- Wednesday, September 9, 2026
- 4 sessions in total
- No. 1 in market share for 2 consecutive years
- More than 95 countries to date
- Approximately 6,500 companies
- More than 197,000 locations
- Capital: 2.5 billion yen

## Exhibiting mini welfare vehicles and mobility services for welfare and nursing care at the “53rd International Welfare Equipment Exhibition H.C.R.２０２６”

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000403.000016361.html
- anchor: #n3114862
- Companies mentioned: ダイハツ工業株式会社、ダイハツ、フランスベッド株式会社、公益財団法人テクノエイド協会

ダイハツ will exhibit at the “53rd International Welfare Equipment Exhibition H.C.R.2026,” to be held at Tokyo Big Sight in October 2026, showcasing mini welfare vehicles and mobility services.

Facts:
- 53rd edition
- H.C.R.2026
- No. 1 for 12 consecutive years

## Kawai Juku to hold online seminar in November sharing examples of ICT use in high schools — Current teachers to discuss approaches to classroom instruction and home study

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000408.000030937.html
- anchor: #n3114861
- Companies mentioned: 学校法人河合塾、実教出版（株）

学校法人河合塾 will hold an online seminar on Nov. 7, 2026, featuring examples from high school teachers on using ICT learning materials. The seminar will also introduce the features of the AI drill “tokuMo” and updates planned for spring 2027.

Facts:
- Nov. 7, 2026
- 13：00～14：00
- About 60 minutes
- 2 people
- Free
- November 4, 2026
- Spring 2027
- 7 subjects
- 1IDあたり月額1,100円
- Up to 3 months

## Easy to understand and use for both companies and employees. Limited corporate health support plan | ティップネス to launch “New Fixed-Rate Light Plan, Limited to the First 40 Companies” on Oct. 1

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000413.000009907.html
- anchor: #n3114860
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ティップネス、ティップネス、ティップ．クロス TOKYO、FASTGYM24

To mark its 40th anniversary, 株式会社ティップネス will begin selling the “New Fixed-Rate Light Plan, Limited to the First 40 Companies” on Oct. 1, 2026. The plan is for companies with 100 or fewer employees and provides access to all 133 locations across its areas.

Facts:
- Limited to the first 40 companies
- 100 or fewer employees
- 133 locations in total
- The service launches on October 1, 2026
- 33,000 yen per month (tax included)
- 1回550円（税込）
- 30% employee registration rate
- 10% discount on corporate membership fees

## ～受験生だけでなく、ご家族にもエールを～ 明光義塾と永谷園、学びと食の両面から受験期を応援

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000548.000020257.html
- anchor: #n3114859
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社明光ネットワークジャパン、株式会社永谷園、明光義塾

株式会社明光ネットワークジャパン and 株式会社永谷園 will collaborate on initiatives to support exam candidates and their families, including displaying messages at classrooms, distributing samples and launching a special website.

Facts:
- A total of 230,000 meals

## [Smartphone accessories industry] Smartphone accessories featuring designs commemorating the 20th anniversary of the TV anime “Akubi Girl” arrive from caseplay, No. 1 in supported models, collaborations and designs!

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000878.000058495.html
- anchor: #n3114858
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社FOX、caseplay、タツノコプロ、日本マーケティングリサーチ機構

caseplay, a smartphone accessories service operated by 株式会社FOX, will sell a collection of smartphone accessories featuring 6 designs for a limited time starting Sept. 30, 2026, to mark the 20th anniversary of the TV anime “Akubi Girl.” The products are compatible with more than 170 models.

Facts:
- 20 years on air
- All 6 designs
- More than 170 models
- 4,980 yen
- 5,980 yen
- 6,980 yen
- 3,480 yen
- 2,480 yen
- 365 days

## No special equipment needed! Recreate tropical cuisine in the palm of your hand! Workshop to make a miniature “loco moco” keychain

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000972.000006470.html
- anchor: #n3114857

松竹ブロードキャスティング株式会社’s community site “ナビトモ” will hold a workshop to make miniature “loco moco” dishes in Tokyo on Oct. 9, 2026.

Facts:
- The workshop will be held on Oct. 9, 2026 (Fri.).
- The participation fee is 3,500 yen (tax included).
- The workshop venue is Harumirai, 5-2-3 Harumi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo.
- ナビトモ is a community site that marked its 27th anniversary in March 2026.

## A decadent hot pot packed with high-calorie ingredients for maximum indulgence: “Decadent Hot Pot” is 2026’s “Trend Hot Pot®”

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001669.000001511.html
- anchor: #n3114856
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ぐるなび、芝浦食肉、株式会社エー・ピーホールディングス、炭火焼鳥 塚田農場、株式会社KICHIRI、ホリイフードサービス株式会社

株式会社ぐるなび has selected “Decadent Hot Pot™,” packed with high-calorie ingredients, as its “Trend Hot Pot®” for 2026. Data shows the “decadent gourmet” market is growing rapidly, amid a trend toward spending on “overwhelming satisfaction” despite rising prices and a backlash against health-conscious eating.

Facts:
- About 8 times in 3 years
- About 2.3 times in just 1 year
- About 53%, more than half
- An increase of 10pt or more
- An increase of 12.7pt
- 35.7％
- 1,518 yen (tax included)
- ¥3,278 (tax included)
- 4,390 yen (tax included)

## 【リゾナーレ下関】関門海峡をテーマにした高さ約30ｍのクリスマスツリーが登場！「海峡クリスマス」初開催

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002441.000033064.html
- anchor: #n3114855
- Companies mentioned: 星野リゾート、リゾナーレ下関、TIME

星野リゾートのリゾナーレ下関が、2026年12月1日から25日にかけて関門海峡をテーマにした「海峡クリスマス」を初開催する。高さ約30メートルの巨大クリスマスツリーのプロジェクションマッピングやエメラルドグリーンのイルミネーション、柑橘香るホットワイン、生演奏、家族向けアクティビティなどが用意される。また、同施設はTIME誌の「2026年世界で最も素晴らしい場所」に選出されている。

Facts:
- December 1–25, 2026
- 1日に約500〜1,000隻
- Number of rooms: 187
- 1泊 21,000円～
- Price: 2,000 yen (tax included)

## [ルイ·ヴィトン] Graphical and full of humor: New men's wallets and leather goods

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002655.000060591.html
- anchor: #n3114854
- Companies mentioned: ルイ･ヴィトン ジャパン株式会社、ルイ·ヴィトン、LOUIS VUITTON

Louis Vuitton will launch new men's wallets and leather goods featuring graphic depictions of sports such as skiing and rock climbing on October 1.

Facts:
- Price: 106,700 yen
- Price: 94,600 yen
- Price: 77,000 yen
- Price: 70,400 yen
- Price: ¥74,800
- October 1 is
- even in 2026

## [Hankyu Umeda Main Store] Pop-up shop for popular Korean golfwear brand FairLiar; brand's first MADE IN JAPAN LINE also makes its debut

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003391.000014431.html
- anchor: #n3114853
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社阪急阪神百貨店、FairLiar、HANKYU ONLINE STORE、HANKYU GOLF

A pop-up shop for Korean golfwear brand FairLiar will be held from October 7 to 13, 2026, at Hankyu Umeda Main Store, operated by 株式会社阪急阪神百貨店. The brand's first Japan-made line, MADE IN JAPAN LINE, will make its debut, and gifts will be offered based on the purchase amount.

Facts:
- Period: Wednesday, October 7–Tuesday, 13, 2026
- Hankyu Umeda Main Store, 8th floor
- FairLiar ribbon jacquard cardigan: 55,800 yen
- FairLiar ribbon flare knit: 49,800 yen
- FairLiar ribbon frill high-neck knit: 43,800 yen
- FairLiar ribbon V-neck vest: 39,800 yen
- Purchases of 30,000 yen or more, tax included
- Purchases of 80,000 yen or more, tax included
- Purchases of 100,000 yen or more, tax included

## Keiko Takemiya's signature work Toward the Terra... to be published in a 3-volume collector's edition! Also includes a specially featured newly drawn essay manga

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003884.000013640.html
- anchor: #n3114852
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社小学館クリエイティブ、小学館

Keiko Takemiya's signature work Toward the Terra... will be published in a 3-volume collector's edition to mark its 50th anniversary. Volume 1 will be released on September 30, 2026, by 株式会社小学館クリエイティブ, and will include a newly drawn essay manga and original artwork rescanned using the latest technology.

Facts:
- List price: 3,300 yen (tax included)
- A5 format, softcover, 352 pages
- Will be released on September 30, 2026
- Volume ３ is scheduled for release on November 27
- Marking the ５０th anniversary

## YES GOOD MARKET 2026 | All content revealed ahead of the event!

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:29:22+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001673.000003710.html
- anchor: #n3114816
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アーバンリサーチ、SEE SEE、FREITAG、京都市

The culture market YES GOOD MARKET 2026, supported by 株式会社アーバンリサーチ, will be held at Okazaki Park in Kyoto from October 2. The event will feature a silk-screen printing experience by Swiss brand FREITAG and booths from a diverse range of creators.

Facts:
- YES GOOD MARKET 2026
- Friday, Oct. 2
- Saturday, Oct. 3
- October 4 (Sun.)
- 50 of each

## コプロス to operate Yamaguchi Construction Fest! 2026, hosted by Yamaguchi Prefecture, the Yamaguchi Prefecture Construction Industry Association and Yamaguchi Construction 21 Association, on October 4

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:26:17+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000114008.html
- anchor: #n3114818
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コプロス、コプロス、ケコム

株式会社コプロス will operate Yamaguchi Construction Fest! 2026, to be held in Yamaguchi Prefecture on October 4.

Facts:
- Sunday, October 4
- 10:00～15:00
- Around 400 entries each year
- Around 10 new graduate hires
- Celebrating its 80th anniversary this year

## Disaster recovery support whisky “荒狼 KOROU” donates a second 1 million yen to Kumamoto Prefecture, bringing total donations to 2 million yen

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:26:17+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000218.000145472.html
- anchor: #n3114817
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アップライジング、タチバナE酒販、山都酒造株式会社

タチバナE酒販, operated by 株式会社アップライジング, donated a second 1 million yen to Kumamoto Prefecture from proceeds from its disaster recovery support whisky “荒狼 KOROU,” bringing total donations to 2 million yen.

Facts:
- Made a second donation of 1 million yen
- Total donations reached 2 million yen
- Donation amount: 1,000,000 yen

## [Free seminar] Notice of “How EV adoption is changing Vietnam's auto market: opportunities beyond complete vehicles”

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:23:32+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000196.000088909.html
- anchor: #n3114819
- Companies mentioned: ONE-VALUE株式会社、VietBiz、ビンファスト

ONE-VALUE株式会社 will hold a free online webinar on Vietnam's EV market and opportunities to enter the sector beyond complete vehicles on October 22, 2026.

Facts:
- Oct. 22, 2026
- 15:00
- 30 minutes

## [ホテル テラス ザ ガーデン水戸] Featuring an abundance of autumn flavors such as purple sweet potatoes and pumpkin! “Halloween Afternoon Tea,” a sweetly spellbinding seasonal offering, now available for a limited time

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:22:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000207.000077419.html
- anchor: #n3114820
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社長寿荘、ホテル テラス ザ ガーデン水戸、ホテルテラスザガーデン水戸、CHOJUSO GROUP、ホテルクリスタルパレス、ホテルテラスザスクエア日立、テラスイン勝田、ホテルクリスタルプラザ

ホテルテラスザガーデン水戸, operated by 株式会社長寿荘, is offering “Halloween Afternoon Tea” for a limited time from September 19 to November 3, 2026. The menu features sweets and savory items made with autumn flavors such as purple sweet potatoes and pumpkin, all-you-can-eat scones and free-flowing drinks, for 4,400 yen.

Facts:
- Saturday, September 19, 2026
- November 3 (public holiday)
- Number of guest rooms: 164
- 6 types of sweets
- 5 dishes
- 90-minute all-you-can-eat
- ￥4,400

## [From the UK] アロマセラピー アソシエイツ unveils “Desert Sahara,” its first new blend in 7 years, in Japan. 5 limited-edition gift sets, including the Japan-unreleased “RV Morning Mood Mist,” go on sale in limited quantities from November 1

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:21:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000166626.html
- anchor: #n3114821
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社シュウエイ トレーディング、アロマセラピー アソシエイツ、伊勢丹新宿店本館地下2階 イセタン ビューティー アポセカリー、AMAZON公式、楽天公式

株式会社シュウエイトレーディング will release 5 limited-edition gift sets in limited quantities from November 1, 2026, featuring アロマセラピー アソシエイツ' Japan debut blend “Desert Sahara” and items not yet released in Japan.

Facts:
- From Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
- Price: ¥4,180 (tax included)
- Price: ¥3,960 (tax included)
- Price: 17,600 yen (tax included)
- Price: 20,900 yen (tax included)
- Price: ¥35,200 (tax included)

## Aitane enters into a capital and business alliance with シャノン合同会社

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000168809.html
- anchor: #n3114825
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Aitane、シャノン合同会社、Aitane

株式会社Aitaneは、シャノン合同会社からプレシリーズAラウンドの出資を受け、2026年9月30日付で資本業務提携を締結した。両社はシャノンのBaaSを活用し、開発の効率化とスピードアップを図る。

Facts:
- Effective September 30, 2026
- Established: October 2023

## 日本道路 | Publishes NICHIDO REPORT 2026, highlighting its vision for the future through “building communities that begin with roads”

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000180356.html
- anchor: #n3114824
- Companies mentioned: 日本道路株式会社、清水建設、シミズグループ、JR九州、スポーツメディア株式会社、アストロスポーツ株式会社、一般社団法人障がい者自立推進機構

日本道路株式会社 has launched NICHIDO REPORT 2026, making it available on the web as a replacement for the integrated report it had published since 2019. The report introduces initiatives in areas including the environment, sports and regional partnerships, and shares the company's vision of “building communities that begin with roads” as it looks ahead to its 100th anniversary in 2029.

Facts:
- NICHIDO REPORT 2026
- Since 2019
- Through 2025
- coming in 2029
- 100th anniversary of its founding

## “No need to keep holding your phone.” Sticks firmly to walls in portrait or landscape orientation. “観ラクるCASE Loop” with a 360° rotating ring now on sale

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000322.000078302.html
- anchor: #n3114823
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オウルテック、Amazon

株式会社オウルテック has launched the iPhone case “観ラクるCASE Loop.” It features a magnetic ring stand on the back that rotates 360° and supports hands-free viewing in portrait or landscape orientation, as well as attachment to walls. It also incorporates a “ラク聴き構造” and a silicone “ラクリング” to improve comfort during extended use.

Facts:
- The ring stand on the back rotates 360 degrees

## テクニクス ワイヤレスヘッドホン EAH-A1000を発売

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006892.000003442.html
- anchor: #n3114822
- Companies mentioned: パナソニック株式会社、パナソニック、テクニクス

パナソニックは、テクニクスブランドのワイヤレスヘッドホン「EAH-A1000」を2026年11月19日に発売する。磁性流体ドライバーやカーボンファイバー振動板を採用し、アダプティブノイズキャンセリング機能と約45時間のバッテリー駆動を実現した製品である。

Facts:
- Nov. 19, 2026
- Large-aperture 40 mm
- Approximately 45 hours of continuous playback
- Monthly production volume: 2,000 units

## 40th-anniversary event for 相鉄ライフ三ツ境! [Sotetsu Building Management]

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:17:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000046.000136108.html
- anchor: #n3114826
- Companies mentioned: 相鉄グループ、㈱相鉄ビルマネジメント、相鉄ライフ三ツ境、そうてつローゼン、相鉄ホテルズ・ザ・スプラジールソウル明洞、高速バスレイクライナー、富士急ハイランド、ファミリーマート、三井住友銀行、こだま眼科、保険見直し本舗、買取大吉、ソフトバンク、相鉄ホールディングス、相模鉄道、相鉄バス、相鉄インターナショナル韓国、葉山ボンジュール

相鉄ライフ三ツ境, operated by Sotetsu Building Management, will hold anniversary events starting in October 2026 to mark 40 years since it opened in 1986. Events include a joint promotion with そうてつローゼン, an exhibition tracing past and present, and a points giveaway campaign.

Facts:
- 40th anniversary of opening
- Opened in 1986
- Oct. 30, 2026
- A total of 400,000 points
- First 40 people
- 2,000 yen or more
- ¥1,000 or more
- Approximately 262,000 people in total

## [Media advisory] Three selected hires from 453 applicants to take part in a “construction management experience game” at a job offer ceremony, to be held at the company’s headquarters in Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi Prefecture, on October 1

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:16:37+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000114008.html
- anchor: #n3114827
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コプロス、コプロス、ケコム

株式会社コプロスは10月1日、山口県下関市の本社で2027年4月入社予定の新卒内定者3名を対象とした内定式を開催し、「施工管理体験ゲーム」を実施する。

Facts:
- 453 applicants
- 3 selected candidates
- About 80%
- Around 400 people each year
- Around 10 people

## Check real estate crowdfunding offerings in one place: ゴクラク launches “Fund Calendar” and notifications

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:16:10+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000039.000081712.html
- anchor: #n3114828
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Virtual Wall、ゴクラク

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## RIKAI株式会社 launches system migration service to help companies modernize legacy systems

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:13:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000024.000079647.html
- anchor: #n3114506
- Companies mentioned: RIKAI株式会社

RIKAI株式会社 has launched a system migration service to help companies modernize legacy systems and migrate to the cloud.

## Signs largest-ever long-term supply agreement for high-temperature superconducting wire with CFS社

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:12:55+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000209.000056990.html
- anchor: #n3114507
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フジクラ、Commonwealth Fusion Systems、CFS社、フジクラ

株式会社フジクラ has signed a long-term supply agreement with CFS社 for high-temperature superconducting wire for an ARC power plant. The agreement is the largest of its kind to date, with more than 10,000 km of wire set to be supplied.

Facts:
- More than 10,000 km
- $4 billion

## 日立ハイテク and ZEISS社 step up joint development of next-generation multibeam electron-beam inspection equipment

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:11:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000222.000049375.html
- anchor: #n3114508
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社日立ハイテク、日立ハイテク、ZEISS社、ZEISS Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology、ZEISS SMT

株式会社日立ハイテク is strengthening its development framework with ZEISS Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology (ZEISS SMT) for next-generation multibeam electron-beam inspection equipment used in semiconductor manufacturing, with the aim of rapidly developing high-speed equipment featuring AI-powered inspection algorithms.

Facts:
- 91 beams
- More than several dozen times the conventional level
- Advanced logic semiconductors at 2 nm or below
- Microscopic defects around 10 nm
- Consolidated revenue of 821.7 billion yen

## Stripe marks 10 years in Japan, expands financial infrastructure to support business growth in the AI era

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:10:52+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000129.000077879.html
- anchor: #n3114509
- Companies mentioned: ストライプジャパン株式会社、Stripe、トヨタ、メルカリ、DeNA、Sakana AI、三井住友カード株式会社、PayPay、d払い、au PAY、楽天ペイ、メルペイ、AEON Pay

To mark its 10th anniversary in Japan, Stripe announced a range of initiatives to support business growth in the AI era: the launch of Stripe Capital, the new Stripe Managed Payments service, expanded support for 5 QR code payment methods including d払い, the introduction of cost-plus pricing, and the new Stripe Reader T600 terminal.

Facts:
- 10th anniversary of the launch of services in Japan
- 現在 15 万社超の事業者が Stripe を活用
- 昨年は新たに 4 万 5,000 社が Stripe を導入した
- Cross-border payment volume increased 43% year over year
- The number of AI companies, including solopreneurs, also rose 38% year over year
- Businesses can operate globally in up to 195 markets
- Equivalent to 1.6% of global GDP
- 年間 1.9 兆ドル (約 300 兆円) 以上の決済を処理しています

## Bringing salon-quality care home through live streams: favo style（ファボスタイル） opens a TikTok Shop and launches live commerce on September 30

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:10:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000200.000005458.html
- anchor: #n3114510
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ピー・エス・インターナショナル、favo style、ファボスタイル、TikTok Shop、アンネマリー ボーリンド、ANNEMARIE BÖRLIND、サンフィラ ブースター セラム、シシリアンブーケ セラム、ベラ セラム、アルゲ セラム、ブロッサムケア セラム、ethicame、采茶〜SAICHA、EYEZ、PAUL SCHERRI、ELLA BACHE

株式会社ピー・エス・インターナショナル, which operates the e-commerce site “favo style,” has opened a TikTok Shop channel and will launch live commerce on September 30. The first stream will feature products from German skincare brand アンネマリー ボーリンド.

Facts:
- Wednesday, September 30, 12:00–
- 12:00～
- 50 mL
- 11,000 yen (tax included)
- 8,800 yen (tax included)
- 1959
- 1988
- 37 years of experience

## 伊達市 and cooperative sign agreement on child-rearing support, in a first for the prefecture; ceremony to launch collaboration between government and co-op to build a community network〔Fukushima〕

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:10:04+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001386.000006976.html
- anchor: #n3114511
- Companies mentioned: 生活協同組合パルシステム福島、伊達市、パルシステム生活協同組合連合会、公益社団法人日本青年会議所

生活協同組合パルシステム福島 and 伊達市 signed the prefecture’s first cooperation agreement on child-rearing support on September 29. The local government and consumer cooperative will work together to support families with children by distributing “Omedetou-bako” baby-care packages to parents whose infants attend 4-month checkups and through community monitoring activities.

Facts:
- September 29 (Tue.)
- 2024
- Capital contributions: 1.01 billion yen
- Membership: 40,000
- Total business volume: 5.06 billion yen
- Total business revenue 268.96 billion yen
- Total number of members 1.77 million

## エミネンス・ラックス makes first appearance at Asset Management EXPO [Kansai]; approximately 200 people visit its booth over 3 days, with numerous individual consultations held

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000158381.html
- anchor: #n3114519
- Companies mentioned: EMINENCE LUXE REAL ESTATE BROKERAGE L.L.C.、エミネンス・ラックス、エミネンス・ラックス・ジャパン株式会社、RX Japan合同会社、株式会社ゴールドオンライン、株式会社幻冬舎ゴールドオンライン、Emaar Properties、Ellington Properties、Marquis Developers

EMINENCE LUXE REAL ESTATE BROKERAGE L.L.C. made its first appearance at the 7th Asset Management EXPO [Kansai], held at INTEX Osaka from August 28 to 30, 2026. The company welcomed approximately 200 visitors over 3 days and held individual consultations and distributed brochures.

Facts:
- Approximately 200 people visited our booth over 3 days
- We distributed approximately 500 brochures
- The exhibition as a whole attracted 9,914 visitors
- Centered on the following 3 companies

## マルス駒ヶ岳蒸溜所 to release limited-edition “Single Malt Komagatake Peated×Sherry” in early October

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000073.000121144.html
- anchor: #n3114518
- Companies mentioned: 本坊酒造株式会社、マルス駒ヶ岳蒸溜所

本坊酒造株式会社 will release a limited-edition “Single Malt Komagatake Peated×Sherry” from マルス駒ヶ岳蒸溜所’s “Single Malt Komagatake” in early October 2026.

Facts:
- Alcohol content: 50%
- Volume: 700 ml
- Bottling: 12,000 bottles
- Suggested retail price: 9,900 yen (tax included)
- Release date: Early October 2026

## [Followers only] Automate gift-code distribution on X: launches mass-DM service that inserts different content for each recipient

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000118.000026754.html
- anchor: #n3114517
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社hashout、Social Report、X

株式会社hashout will launch “X Follower Messaging,” a new feature of its social media analytics tool “Social Report” that enables mass direct messaging exclusively to X followers, on September 30, 2026.

Facts:
- [September 30, 2026]
- Established: 2017

## 【北海道で2回目】幌加内町が「Cyber KASSEN」体験会を実施 開拓130年記念イベントでニュースポーツを体験

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000178.000080158.html
- anchor: #n3114516
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人全日本サッセン協会、幌加内町

一般社団法人全日本サッセン協会は、2026年8月30日に北海道幌加内町で開催された開拓130年記念イベント「キッチンカー町民集会」にあわせ、次世代デジタルスポーツ「Cyber KASSEN」の体験会に備品提供・実施協力を行った。

Facts:
- August 30, 2026
- 130 years of settlement
- Second time
- About 3 hours
- 14 units
- 19:00
- 2nd floor
- Approximately 200 people

## [さぼてん] The “Autumn Moon Tsukimi Katsu Colorful Set,” blending runny egg with the juicy, golden-ratio flavor, will be available for a limited time starting October 1 (Thu.)

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000210.000064061.html
- anchor: #n3114515
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社グリーンハウスフーズ、とんかつ新宿さぼてん

株式会社グリーンハウスフーズが展開する「とんかつ新宿さぼてん」は、10月1日から全国店舗で期間限定の「秋月 月見かつ彩り御膳」と単品「月見かつ」を販売する。

Facts:
- From October 1 (Thursday)
- October 1, 2026 (Thu.)–November 15, 2026 (Sun.), scheduled
- Price before tax: 1,830 yen
- Price including tax: 2,013 yen
- Price before tax: 580 yen
- Price including tax: 638 yen
- Operates approximately 480 locations in Japan and overseas

## L Message publishes a new “List of Certified Agencies” page on its user guide site

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000457.000059114.html
- anchor: #n3114514
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ミショナ、LINE、ヤフー

株式会社ミショナ published a new “List of Certified Agencies” page introducing certified agencies on the user guide site for “L Message,” an extension tool for LINE Official Accounts, on September 18, 2026.

Facts:
- September 18, 2026
- 150,000 cases

## Notice: “Epson Value Creation Fair 2026” to be held in Sendai on October 7

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000858.000033845.html
- anchor: #n3114513
- Companies mentioned: エプソン販売株式会社、エプソンジャパン、Canva Pty Ltd.

エプソン販売株式会社 will hold “Epson Value Creation Fair 2026” in Sendai on October 7. The event offers a chance to experience Epson solutions and supports businesses in addressing challenges and creating new value. Following events in Fukuoka, Hiroshima and Osaka, it will also be held in Nagoya in December.

Facts:
- 2026
- October 7
- December
- July
- September

## MUJI refreshes its “Washable Padded Outerwear” series for children

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001867.000000987.html
- anchor: #n3114512
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社良品計画、良品計画

株式会社良品計画 will relaunch its “Washable Padded Outerwear” series for babies and children on October 5. The items combine water repellency with ease of washing and use recycled polyester.

Facts:
- All 4 items
- Monday, October 5

## ノジマＴリーグ 2026-2027シーズン 公式戦 10月3日(土)開催 九州カリーナ vs トップおとめピンポンズ名古屋 ベンチ入り選手を発表

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:09:28+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003185.000038094.html
- anchor: #n3114520
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人Ｔリーグ、ノジマＴリーグ、九州カリーナ、トップおとめピンポンズ名古屋

ノジマＴリーグ2026-2027シーズン公式戦、10月3日に九州カリーナ対トップおとめピンポンズ名古屋のベンチ入り選手を発表。

Facts:
- 2026-2027
- October 3

## ノジマＴリーグ 2026-2027シーズン 公式戦 10月3日(土)開催 琉球アスティーダ vs 金沢ポート ベンチ入り選手を発表

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:07:33+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003184.000038094.html
- anchor: #n3114521
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人Ｔリーグ、ノジマＴリーグ、琉球アスティーダ、金沢ポート

ノジマＴリーグ2026-2027シーズンの公式戦、10月3日に琉球アスティーダ対金沢ポートのベンチ入り選手が発表された。

Facts:
- 2026-2027 season
- Saturday, Oct. 3

## 株式会社互興 to launch its first original character IP, “DAYPA,” in October

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:06:13+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000131153.html
- anchor: #n3114522
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社互興、株式会社互興ホールディングス、KELTY、二子玉川 蔦屋家電

株式会社互興 will launch its original character IP “DAYPA” in October 2026. It plans to sell bags featuring character designs based on daypacks, open an official online store and hold a POP UP STORE at Futako-Tamagawa Tsutaya Electrics.

Facts:
- Launching from October 1, 2026
- Depicted at a size of about 16 cm
- [7 colors in total / 4,950 yen (tax included)]
- [4 colors in total / 1,980 yen (tax included)]
- Capital: 15 million yen
- Number of employees: 16

## ノジマＴリーグ 2026-2027シーズン 公式戦 10月3日(土)開催 日本生命レッドエルフ vs 京都カグヤライズ ベンチ入り選手を発表

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:05:29+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003183.000038094.html
- anchor: #n3114523
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人Ｔリーグ、ノジマＴリーグ、日本生命レッドエルフ、京都カグヤライズ

ノジマＴリーグ2026-2027シーズンの公式戦で、10月3日に日本生命レッドエルフと京都カグヤライズの対戦のベンチ入り選手が発表された。

Facts:
- 2026-2027 season
- Saturday, Oct. 3

## HashPort’s “HashPort Studio - Wallet Core” selected as the infrastructure for a crypto-asset wallet accessible through the au PAY app

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:05:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000194.000046288.html
- anchor: #n3114524
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社HashPort、HashPort、KDDI株式会社、KDDI、au Coincheck Digital Assets株式会社、au Coincheck Digital Assets

HashPort’s wallet technology platform, “HashPort Studio - Wallet Core,” has been selected as the wallet infrastructure for “αU wallet,” a mini-app to be offered within the au PAY app from September 15, 2026, in collaboration with KDDI and au Coincheck Digital Assets.

Facts:
- More than 1.1 million downloads
- Starting September 15, 2026
- About 41.06 million customers

## From Tokyo strawberry shortcake and Noel Chocolat with the refreshing aroma of shishi yuzu to classic stollen, “Christmas Cakes at Southern Tower” to brighten your holiday table at home — 小田急ホテルセンチュリーサザンタワー

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:04:24+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000218.000042655.html
- anchor: #n3114525
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ホテル小田急サザンタワー、小田急ホテルセンチュリーサザンタワー、豊泉農園、伊藤養鶏場、ヴァローナ社

小田急ホテルセンチュリーサザンタワー will begin taking reservations on October 1, 2026, for 3 items: “Tokyo Strawberry Christmas Shortcake,” “Noel Chocolat with the Aroma of Shishi Yuzu” and “Stollen.”

Facts:
- October 1, 2026 (Wed.) 13:00
- 375 rooms in total
- ￥7,000
- ￥4,500

## [Limited to 3 days: October 23 (Fri.), 24 (Sat.) and 25 (Sun.)!] “Sapporo Furisode Rental Exhibition,” featuring new furisode from popular brands and premium lines, to be held at 2 venues in Sapporo by 写真工房ぱれっと!

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:04:13+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001627.000041720.html
- anchor: #n3114526
- Companies mentioned: 有限会社三景スタジオ、写真工房ぱれっと、JILL STUART、d'Alba、ダルバ、サッポロファクトリー店、札幌中央店、PARCO

写真工房ぱれっと, operated by 有限会社三景スタジオ, will hold the “Sapporo Furisode Rental Exhibition” at 2 venues in Sapporo for 3 days, from October 23 to 25, 2026. The exhibition will showcase new furisode from popular brands and premium lines, with offers including up to 20,000 yen off for WEB reservations and a d'Alba gift.

Facts:
- Up to 20,000 yen off
- 15 special benefits
- Held simultaneously at 2 venues
- 3 hours free
- 50%OFF
- Coming-of-age ceremony furisode rental: 19,800 yen

## Personal training gym “Katagiri Juku” earns No. 1 for number of locations in the personal training gym industry, according to a survey by 日本マーケティングリサーチ機構

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:04:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000523.000060073.html
- anchor: #n3114527
- Companies mentioned: caname株式会社、日本マーケティングリサーチ機構、Google

caname株式会社, which operates the personal training gym “Katagiri Juku,” announced that a survey by 日本マーケティングリサーチ機構 found it to have the No. 1 number of locations in the industry.

Facts:
- Operating more than 300 locations nationwide
- In about 8 years since its founding
- Targeting 7 major companies
- Survey of 100 people with usage experience
- Those with an adoption consideration rate of 5% or higher
- Capital: 10 million yen

## 部活動や競技に打ち込む中高生の「肌悩み」に寄り添うエミュアール×「ジュニアアスリート静岡」 思春期のスキンケアを考える取り組みを実施

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:03:18+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000106046.html
- anchor: #n3114529
- Companies mentioned: 日本ヘルスメイト株式会社、エミュアール、エミュアール化粧品、ジュニアアスリート静岡

日本ヘルスメイト株式会社 partnered with sports media outlet “ジュニアアスリート静岡” to survey skin concerns among junior and senior high school students devoted to club activities and conduct a skincare monitor program.

Facts:
- Applications were received from 25 junior and senior high school students involved in sports
- 21 people (84%) answered that they were “concerned about acne”
- 19 people (76%) answered “almost every day”
- 10 people took part from among the 25 applicants

## ノジマＴリーグ 2026-2027シーズン 公式戦 10月3日(土)開催 T.T彩たま vs 岡山リベッツ ベンチ入り選手を発表

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:03:18+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003182.000038094.html
- anchor: #n3114528
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人Ｔリーグ、ノジマＴリーグ、T.T彩たま、岡山リベッツ

ノジマＴリーグ2026-2027シーズンの公式戦で、10月3日にT.T彩たまと岡山リベッツの対戦が行われ、ベンチ入り選手が発表された。

Facts:
- 2026-2027 season
- Saturday, Oct. 3

## Notice regarding the conclusion of a business partnership agreement with 吉村化成株式会社

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:01:55+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000144109.html
- anchor: #n3114530
- Companies mentioned: 中央化学株式会社、吉村化成株式会社

中央化学株式会社 has signed a business alliance agreement with 吉村化成株式会社 to expand the C-PET market and grow both companies’ businesses.

Facts:
- With a heat resistance of 220°C
- In 2025, we successfully developed NCP (C-PET material) as a new environmentally friendly material
- Through the supply of C-PET products from the company to us since 2015

## [October only] Bridal photography campaign. You’re no longer satisfied with the same “cute” look as everyone else. This fall, you’re destined to be the undeniable star.

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:01:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001628.000041720.html
- anchor: #n3114531
- Companies mentioned: 有限会社三景スタジオ、写真工房ぱれっと、ISAMU MORITA、JILL STUART、LAURA ASHLEY、KIYOKO HATA

写真工房ぱれっと, operated by 有限会社三景スタジオ, is running a bridal photography campaign exclusively in October. The company boasts more than 2,000 photo sessions a year in Hokkaido and over 16,000 Google reviews. It offers more than 300 outfits, including designer dresses by ISAMU MORITA and JILL STUART. The campaign features special discounts on the Class Free two-outfit plan and premium perks, with services available in Sapporo, Asahikawa and Obihiro.

Facts:
- More than 2,000 couples a year
- More than 16,000 total Google reviews
- More than 300 outfits across the group
- Regular price: 78,000 yen
- 85,800 yen, including tax
- Special discount: from 69,000 yen
- Up to 10% off
- 50 designs in total
- Worth 22,000 yen

## 【ミュウミュウ】Miu Miu Signatures: Classic College Style

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:01:32+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000026392.html
- anchor: #n3114532
- Companies mentioned: プラダ ジャパン株式会社、ミュウミュウ

ミュウミュウ has unveiled its “Miu Miu Signatures: Classic College Style” collection, inspired by the start of the school year and featuring loafers as the centerpiece. The collection is characterized by a contemporary reinterpretation of uniforms and contrasting elements.

## Where romance begins in Kadoma. “Kado Koi” launches to support new connections among young people!

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:01:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000117.000078573.html
- anchor: #n3114533
- Companies mentioned: 門真市、株式会社IBJ

門真市 has launched “Kado Koi,” a project for dating and socializing aimed at people in their 20s and 30s, starting this fiscal year. Events will draw on the expertise of 株式会社IBJ.

Facts:
- Ages 20–39
- Limited to 10 people per session
- 1,000 yen for both men and women
- Reiwa 8 (2026), October 17

## Fukuoka’s Hakata Mizutaki hiro, a specialty restaurant that is fully booked night after night, responds to popular demand by making its popular dinner full course available for weekend and holiday lunches from Saturday, October 3

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:01:19+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000191730.html
- anchor: #n3114534
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社seidai、山口食品工業、寿光堂

博多水炊きhiro, a mizutaki specialty restaurant in Fukuoka operated by 株式会社seidai, will begin serving lunch on weekends and public holidays only from October 3, 2026, in response to its fully booked dinner service and customer requests. The restaurant will offer the same full course served at dinner.

Facts:
- Slow-cooked for 8 hours
- Starting Saturday, October 3, 2026
- 4,950 yen
- 7,700 yen
- 11,000 yen
- +2,750 yen
- All-you-can-drink (100 minutes)

## ブライトリング to hold a roadshow for the “Navitimer B01 Chronograph 43 Ultraman Limited”

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:01:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000251.000032319.html
- anchor: #n3114535
- Companies mentioned: House of Brands Japan 株式会社、ブライトリング、円谷プロダクション、円谷フィールズホールディングス

House of Brands Japan held a roadshow for the “Navitimer B01 Chronograph 43 Ultraman Limited” at ブライトリング Boutique Omotesando on September 29, 2026. The model, limited to 160 pieces in Japan, features a meteorite dial, and actor Dean Fujioka attended as a guest. A portion of sales will be donated to the Ultraman Foundation.

Facts:
- Sept. 29 (Tue.), 2026
- Limited to 160 pieces in Japan
- Price: 1,966,800 yen (tax included)
- Case diameter: 43 mm

## “Thought Experiment Exhibition #002” surpasses 5,000 tickets sold; run extended through Sunday, November 8, due to popular demand

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:37+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000034.000143646.html
- anchor: #n3114536
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NO MORE、にじさんじ

After ticket sales for “Thought Experiment Exhibition #002,” an immersive entertainment experience presented by 株式会社NO MORE, surpassed 5,000, the exhibition announced that it would extend its run through November 8, 2026.

Facts:
- A story of about 70 minutes
- Up to 6 people

## “常陸牛 煌,” “常陸の輝き” and “笠間の栗”: Ibaraki’s branded ingredients arrive in Tokyo’s Otemachi! “Taste Ibaraki: Autumn Gourmet Fair” to be held at 20 restaurants in Tokyo and Ibaraki

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000183587.html
- anchor: #n3114537
- Companies mentioned: 茨城県営業戦略部販売戦略課、茨城交通株式会社、しまだフーズ 有限会社、よし町、RESTAURANT YOSHIKI FUJI、Nonna Nietta、Ristorante TSUMU、レストラン オオツ、L'âme、PIZZERIA GTALIA DA FILIPPO、BISTRO DOUBLE、伊勢桑名 貝縁、壌 otemachi、Bar Español YEBRA、BEIGNET 東京、銀座ライオン 大手町ビル店、クラフトビアマーケット 大手町店、クラフトビアマーケット TOKYO TORCH店、和食日和 おさけと 大手町、バル Jimmy 大手町店、個室処 稲田屋 大手町店、鳩乃湯 大手町グランキューブ店、GARB Cheers OTEMACHI、茨城交通あいのり便

Ibaraki Prefecture will hold a gourmet fair featuring the branded ingredients “常陸牛 煌,” “常陸の輝き” and “笠間の栗” at 20 restaurants in Tokyo and Ibaraki Prefecture from October 14 to November 3, 2026. The event will also improve logistics efficiency through joint purchasing and delivery and offer limited-edition prepared foods.

Facts:
- 20 restaurants in total
- October 14, 2026 (Wednesday)–November 3 (Tuesday)
- 輸送費を1店舗あたり約30〜50％削減へ
- 10月14日（水）〜21日（水）の8日間
- 3 chefs participating in the fair, from Ibaraki Prefecture and Tokyo
- Long-term fattening for 30 months or more
- Oleic acid content of 55% or more
- Small marbling index of 110 or higher
- At least 2 times the “umami”

## 【神戸阪急】We love little birds! We love penguins! We love Kobe!

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:19+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003400.000014431.html
- anchor: #n3114538
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社阪急阪神百貨店、神戸阪急、阪急百貨店、阪神百貨店、神戸どうぶつ王国、慶應義塾大学、米国会計系コンサルティング会社

神戸阪急 will hold 3 events simultaneously at the event hall on the 9th floor of its main building from October 7 to 12: “Kobe Bird Week,” “Kobe Penguin Bazaar” and “Daisuke Aoyama: Panoramic Views of Kobe,” commemorating 20 years of his career.

Facts:
- 6 days
- October 7
- October 12
- About 50 groups
- 8,800 yen
- 4,400 yen
- ¥3,850
- 6,600 yen
- 2,750 yen each
- 50 people per session
- 20 years
- 2026
- The 6th installment in the series
- 17 works

## MUSINSA to hold the “MUSINSA Osaka Pop-Up Store 2026” in Umeda, Osaka, from Friday, October 23 to Sunday, November 8, featuring 3,400 items—one of the largest selections in Kansai—to browse and try on!

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:15+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000107.000071607.html
- anchor: #n3114539
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 MUSINSA JAPAN、MUSINSA、VS.、CHAAKAN、UNTITLED SEOUL、BOWLOW PRODUCT、MIXXO、KHIHO、RESIS、ZOZOTOWN、Rocket Now、I’m donut？、Nongshim、農心、農心ジャパン、GENERAL IDEA、29CM、soldout、MUSINSA STANDARD、Oddtype、WHIZZY

MUSINSA, one of South Korea’s largest fashion platforms, will hold one of the largest pop-up stores in Kansai in Umeda, Osaka, starting October 23, 2026. The store will feature about 3,400 items and collaborations with ZOZOTOWN, Rocket Now and others.

Facts:
- 17 days starting Friday, October 23, 2026
- About 32,000 visitors in 10 days
- Recorded 4 times the previous year's figure
- All 6 brands...
- A total of 71 brands will gather at the venue
- Space: about 1,400 m²

## Works by artists with disabilities transformed into a French cuisine course. The 7th “ART BRUT” event will be held on November 26

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000658.000028006.html
- anchor: #n3114540
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社焼肉坂井ホールディングス、レ・コパン ドゥ ドミニク・ブシェ、クロスチーム、ANA

『ミシュランガイド東京』ビブグルマン掲載のギャラリーレストラン「レ・コパン ドゥ ドミニク・ブシェ」は、2026年11月26日に障がいのあるアーティスト（チャレンジド・デザイナー®）の作品をインスピレーションとしたフランス料理コース「ART BRUT」第7回を開催する。料金は18,000円。

Facts:
- Nov. 26, 2026
- The 7th event
- ART BRUT course: 18,000 yen

## 一般社団法人日本資産成長協会 (JAGA) launches: providing a learning platform to help individual investors develop the ability to “make decisions based on evidence,” with behavioral finance at its core

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000178904.html
- anchor: #n3114697
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人日本資産成長協会、JAGA、アドソル日進株式会社

一般社団法人日本資産成長協会 (JAGA) launched in August 2026 by opening a members’ website to provide a learning platform focused on behavioral finance and designed to develop individual investors’ decision-making skills. It also offers IR seminars for listed companies and a new NISA test.

Facts:
- Launched a members-only website for individual investors in August 2026 and began providing services
- Since the company was established in January 2025
- Securities code: 3837
- Approximately 2,400 views in 2 and a half days after publication
- 10 questions at the beginner level

## [New service] SNS app “トナリコ,” connecting people through discoveries and chance encounters around town, launched

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000183494.html
- anchor: #n3114696
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ネクシアエンターテインメント、App Store、Google Play

株式会社ネクシアエンターテインメント has launched “トナリコ,” an SNS app for iOS and Android that connects people through discoveries and chance encounters around town.

Facts:
- Age requirement: 18 and older
- Established: March 10, 2026

## パーソル総合研究所・Udemy Businessが 無料オンラインカンファレンス「AI時代の経営と人事」を開催

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000184777.html
- anchor: #n3114695
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社パーソル総合研究所、Udemy Business、Reskilling Camp、学習院大学、一橋大学、株式会社ベネッセコーポレーション、ベネッセAI教育研究所、デジタルハリウッド株式会社、上智大学、NHK、伊藤忠テクノソリューションズ、日本マイクロソフト、DATAFLUCT

パーソル総合研究所 and Udemy Business will hold a free online conference, “AI時代の経営と人事,” on October 13, 2026, to discuss collaboration between CHROs and CAIOs and organizational transformation.

Facts:
- Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026
- 10:00～12:00
- Participation fee: Free

## AI-free coffee service “F COFFEEステーション” now available at TRIAL GO 江古田栄町店

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000167308.html
- anchor: #n3114694
- Companies mentioned: AIフリーコーヒー株式会社、TRIAL GO 江古田栄町店

AIフリーコーヒー株式会社 installed its self-service coffee station, “F COFFEEステーション,” at TRIAL GO 江古田栄町店 and began offering the service on September 30, 2026. This is the first installation at a food supermarket.

Facts:
- From September 30, 2026 (Wednesday)
- Monthly fee: 1,280 yen (tax included)
- Monthly fee: 1,080 yen (tax included)
- 1杯130円（税込）～
- More than 40 years of roasting experience
- 税込1個2,000円
- 税込1個30円
- First 200 people

## Learn how to bring “I wish something like this existed” ideas to life and develop ideas through collaboration between companies! Seminar on promoting the use of intellectual property to be held in Suwa, Nagano Prefecture

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000174299.html
- anchor: #n3114693
- Companies mentioned: 日本弁理士会東海会、一般社団法人長野県発明協会、インダストリーネットワーク株式会社、SIARC諏訪産業集積研究センター、めぶき弁理士法人、特許庁、経済産業省、関東経済産業局、長野県よろず支援拠点、一般社団法人長野県経営者協会、一般社団法人長野県商工会議所連合会、長野県商工会連合会、長野県中小企業団体中央会、長野県中小企業家同友会、INPIT長野県知財総合支援窓口

Nagano Prefecture, 日本弁理士会東海会, and 一般社団法人長野県発明協会 will hold “週末パテントセミナー2026 in 諏訪” in Suwa on October 9, 2026. The seminar will focus on using intellectual property and collaboration between companies, with lectures by Toshio Ohashi of インダストリーネットワーク株式会社 and Seigo Matsuo of めぶき弁理士法人.

Facts:
- Friday, Oct. 9, 2026
- Capacity: 40 people
- Participation fee: Free
- Registration deadline: October 6, 2026 (Tuesday)

## アドバンスコンポジット、東亜電気工業からシリーズB資金調達を実施

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000152154.html
- anchor: #n3114692
- Companies mentioned: アドバンスコンポジット株式会社、東亜電気工業株式会社、株式会社環境エネルギー投資、京都大学イノベーションキャピタル株式会社、信越化学工業株式会社、TEL Venture Capital Inc.、東京エレクトロンCVC、ダイキン工業株式会社、株式会社電通グループ、株式会社テレビ朝日ホールディングス、鈴与商事株式会社

アドバンスコンポジット has raised Series B funding from 東亜電気工業 and will accelerate business development by leveraging its materials technology and network.

Facts:
- Founded in 1947
- Established: July 2015

## Singer-songwriter 茉ひる to launch collaboration project “Fill HK with Mahiru! CheerSPOT應援計畫” with fan-support platform CheerSPOT from Sept. 30 (Wed.)

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000158167.html
- anchor: #n3114691
- Companies mentioned: MYHM ENTERTAINMENT, Co. LTD.、株式会社MYHM ENTERTAINMENT、株式会社INFORICH、CHARGESPOT、CheerSPOT、ワーナーミュージック・ジャパン、KKBOX、TIDES、NAGOYA JAMMIN'、Victoria Theatre、Spotify O-EAST、livenation.hk

株式会社MYHM ENTERTAINMENT announced that it will launch a collaboration project between its artist 茉ひる and 株式会社INFORICH’s fan-support advertising platform CheerSPOT, “Fill HK with Mahiru! CheerSPOT應援計畫,” on September 30, 2026. Marking the Hong Kong concert on October 10, the service lets fans place ads on CHARGESPOT screens in Japan, Taiwan and Hong Kong, with rewards based on the cumulative number of Cheers.

Facts:
- Tuesday, September 30, 2026
- Sunday, October 18
- Saturday, October 10, 2026
- From 462 yen
- 新台幣99元〜（NT$99〜）
- 港幣50元〜（HK$50〜）
- 15 Cheer
- 30 Cheer
- 45 Cheer
- More than 900,000 followers across social media
- Sold out 30 minutes after ticket sales began
- Approximately 63,000 units are installed across Japan’s 47 prefectures

## “Tama Lantern Festival 2026” to be held in Tama New Town, where more families are moving in, featuring “light for the future” created by the next generation!

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000186586.html
- anchor: #n3114690
- Companies mentioned: 日本総合住生活株式会社、一般社団法人ニューマチヅクリシャ、京王電鉄株式会社、滑川市観光協会、なめりかわベトナムランタンまつり実行委員会、京王バス多摩営業所、UR都市機構、株式会社リクルート

“Tama Lantern Festival 2026” will be held in Tama New Town, Tama, Tokyo, from October 5 to 11, 2026. The event is organized by 日本総合住生活株式会社 and 一般社団法人ニューマチヅクリシャ, with 京王電鉄株式会社 as a special sponsor. Vietnamese lanterns and lanterns made by local residents will be displayed, and events including a parade and workshops will be held.

Facts:
- Approximately 200 Vietnamese lanterns
- 700 “Tama New Lanterns”
- This year marks its 8th edition
- It began with around 1,000 participants
- Approximately 32,000 visitors
- 6.0 (H28)
- 4.7% (R6)

## Long-awaited route in Japan! Train Sim World 7’s first add-on, “只見線：会津若松～只見,” launches today!

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000169300.html
- anchor: #n3114689
- Companies mentioned: Dovetail Games、Union Workshop、Railsimulator.com Limited、PulluP Entertainmentグループ、Steam、Epic Games Store、PlayStation 5、Xbox Series X|S

Dovetail Games launched “只見線：会津若松～只見,” the first Asian route add-on for “Train Sim World 7,” on September 30, 2026. Developed by Union Workshop, it features an 88-km route, 28 stations and 5 scenarios. The Steam version is priced at ¥5,100.

Facts:
- 88 km long
- Sept. 30, 2026
- 28 stations in total
- 5 scenarios
- ¥5,100
- 2011
- 3 types
- 2009
- 2013
- 2023

## A new framework launches to support Oita-born ventures with funding and hands-on management support! [大分県 × ミライドア株式会社] Partnership agreement signed for the Oita Startup Support Fund (tentative name)

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000186448.html
- anchor: #n3114688
- Companies mentioned: 大分県、ミライドア株式会社

大分県 has selected ミライドア株式会社 to manage its startup support fund, the Oita Startup Support Fund (tentative name), and signed a partnership agreement.

## スポーツ庁 launches new social action initiative “シュープロ”

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000159273.html
- anchor: #n3114687
- Companies mentioned: スポーツ庁、文部科学省、ここスポ、ここスポマガジン

スポーツ庁 launched “シュープロ,” a social action initiative aiming to promote exercise habits through footwear, on September 2, 2026. The initiative responds to low sports participation rates among working-age people and will encourage behavior change in partnership with a range of companies and organizations.

Facts:
- Starting Sept. 2, 2026
- Held on August 27
- It was 51.7%

## [Report on digital and data use among pharmaceutical companies released] 56% say digital adoption is “progressing smoothly”; talent, budgets and collaboration are key differentiators

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000121422.html
- anchor: #n3114686
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社医薬情報ネット、Medinew、メディニュー

Medinew, operated by 株式会社医薬情報ネット, conducted a survey on digital and data use among pharmaceutical companies in July 2026. Some 56% of companies said digital adoption was “progressing smoothly.” Factors advancing adoption included strategy and training, while obstacles included a shortage of talent, budgets and collaboration. The importance placed on hybrid measures reached 74%, with a higher tendency among foreign-affiliated and large companies.

Facts:
- 87 people

## Starting on October 1, “Dietary Fiber Day,” a series of gut-health initiatives will offer opportunities to “eat, learn and experience.” Making “fermentable dietary fiber” more accessible! Fall and winter initiatives to support gut-health habits.

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000160326.html
- anchor: #n3114685
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人発酵性食物繊維普及プロジェクト、日清製粉グループ、KINNOE、Mizkan、東北エプソン株式会社、株式会社魚国総本社

一般社団法人発酵性食物繊維普及プロジェクト will roll out initiatives to support gut-health habits in fall and winter, starting on October 1, “Dietary Fiber Day,” in collaboration with 日清製粉グループ, KINNOE, Mizkan, 東北エプソン株式会社 and 株式会社魚国総本社.

Facts:
- Oct. 1
- 1 month
- 9 days
- 2 weeks

## Sustainable Brands International Conference 2026 Kansai Symposium set to take place

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000157886.html
- anchor: #n3114684
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Sinc、サンメッセ株式会社、パナソニック ホールディングス株式会社、ソフトバンク株式会社、J-Startup KANSAI、サステナブル・ブランド ジャパン

株式会社Sinc announced that it will hold the “Sustainable Brands International Conference 2026 Kansai Symposium” on November 13, 2026, at Umeda South Hall in Kita Ward, Osaka. The theme is “Future Technology for Realizing a Sustainable Society.” Admission is free, with capacity for 200 people. Sponsors include パナソニック ホールディングス株式会社 and ソフトバンク株式会社.

Facts:
- Friday, Nov. 13, 2026
- 200 people (planned)
- 4,545 people in total
- More than 200 speakers
- Approximately 960,000 monthly page views
- Approximately 180,000 unique users
- Approximately 35,000 newsletter subscribers

## Taste Japanese chestnuts from 2 growing regions, Kumamoto and Shimanto, Kochi: “Kumamoto Japanese Chestnut and Shimanto, Kochi Japanese Chestnut Fair” starts October 3!

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000085956.html
- anchor: #n3114683
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Merci、メルシーライフオーガニックス、メルシー、菊地特選栗集荷組合、永森農場

株式会社Merciが運営するメルシーは、10月3日から期間限定で「熊本和栗・高知四万十和栗フェア」を開催し、熊本県菊池地域と高知県四万十川源流域の和栗を使用した5種類のパンを販売する。

Facts:
- From October 3 (Saturday) through 30 (Friday)
- Involved in chestnut cultivation for more than 70 years
- Agricultural techniques honed over more than 50 years
- 5 types of bread showcasing the character of each growing region
- Kumamoto Japanese Chestnut Cornet, 377 yen (tax included)
- Kumamoto Japanese Chestnut Danish, 496 yen (tax included)
- Kumamoto Japanese Chestnut Cream Donut, 431 yen (tax included)
- Kumamoto Japanese Chestnut Bagel Sandwich, 496 yen (tax included)
- Shimanto Japanese Chestnut Pie, 539 yen (tax included)
- All 14 locations

## “46th Autumn Grand Hokkaido Fair” coming to 星ヶ丘三越! First appearance by セコマ, plus same-day direct sales from 北菓楼!

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000185183.html
- anchor: #n3114682
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社名古屋三越、星ヶ丘三越、セコマ、北菓楼、やきにくれすとらん沙蘭、北海工房、らーめん吉山商店、札幌麺処 白樺山荘、海光、北円山まるしぇ

The “46th Autumn Grand Hokkaido Fair” will be held at 星ヶ丘三越 starting September 30, 2026, featuring the first appearance by セコマ and same-day direct sales from 北菓楼.

Facts:
- 46th
- Sept. 30, 2026
- 1折2,862円
- 1折3,942円
- 1折1,350円
- 1杯 1,800円
- 1杯 1,650円
- 1杯 1,250円
- 1点 297円
- 1箱3個入 972円
- 1セット 10,800円
- 1セット 8,640円

## Shibuya’s celebration of the arts! “18th Shibuya Art Festival 2026 – SHIBUYA ART SCRAMBLE –” set for November 2 (Monday)–November 8 (Sunday), 2026

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000063334.html
- anchor: #n3114681
- Companies mentioned: 渋谷芸術祭実行委員会、渋谷・東地区まちづくり協議会、渋谷区、一般財団法人渋谷区観光協会、一般社団法人渋谷未来デザイン、東急株式会社、東急不動産株式会社、東急建設株式会社、三井不動産株式会社、特定非営利活動法人明日の神話保全継承機構、ホノルル市、ネイキッド

渋谷芸術祭実行委員会 announced that it will hold the “18th Shibuya Art Festival 2026 – SHIBUYA ART SCRAMBLE –” from November 2 to 8, 2026. The event is organized by 渋谷芸術祭実行委員会, co-hosted by 渋谷区 and others, and sponsored by 東急株式会社, 三井不動産株式会社 and others.

Facts:
- 18th edition
- 2026
- 7 days
- 12 types

## Easy-to-use stained-glass-style ornament kit—now in its 10th edition: limited release of the clear-color paint “Glass Deco Christmas Ornament Set”

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000071372.html
- anchor: #n3114680
- Companies mentioned: ヤマト株式会社

ヤマト株式会社 will release the 2026 edition of its Christmas-limited “Glass Deco Christmas Ornament Set,” made with its clear-color paint “Glass Deco,” starting October 7. This 10th edition includes 12 ornament plates and 10 colors of paint.

Facts:
- On sale starting October 7 (Wednesday)
- 12 ornaments featuring Christmas-themed designs
- 5 glitter colors with sparkle
- A rich variety of 10 colors in total
- The suggested retail price is 2,640 yen for the “Glass Deco Christmas Ornament Set”
- 1,540 yen for the “Glass Deco Ornament Plate Pack Christmas”

## Gridshare Japan launches “Customer Portal,” enabling customers to complete contract changes and point exchanges online

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000164021.html
- anchor: #n3114679
- Companies mentioned: グリッドシェアジャパン株式会社、GMOタウンWiFi株式会社

Gridshare Japan has launched “Customer Portal,” a dedicated web service that enables customers to complete contract changes and point exchanges online. The service enables self-service, and all users will receive 100 points.

Facts:
- 100 Gridshare points
- 2 Gridshare points
- Equivalent to 1 yen

## Korean global beauty brand Biodance launches 2 new products from its “Caviar PDRN Series” starting October 10 (Saturday)

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000169058.html
- anchor: #n3114678
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社BEAUTY SELECTION、Biodance、ロフト、アットコスメ、Qoo10、Amazon、楽天、オリーブヤング

Biodance, a Korean beauty brand offered by 株式会社BEAUTY SELECTION, launched 2 products, “Caviar PDRN Serum” and “Caviar PDRN Capsule Cream,” on October 10.

Facts:
- 67% caviar water*⁶
- 300 million sheets sold to date*¹¹
- Contents: 15ml
- Price (tax included): ￥2,420
- Contents: 50 ml
- Price (tax included): ￥2,970
- 60% caviar water*⁶
- 1,000ppm salmon-derived PDRN*³
- 7,000 purple caviar oil capsules*¹*²³
- Free of 19 ingredients of concern

## 24 standout SaaS implementation case studies honored for fall 2026 | Winners of “SUCCESS STORY AWARD 2026 Autumn by デジタル化の窓口” announced

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000105137.html
- anchor: #n3114677
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クリエイティブバンク、株式会社カオナビ、ジヤトコ株式会社、シヤチハタ株式会社、株式会社阪電工、カンター・ジャパン、株式会社インフォディオ、株式会社エプコ、株式会社さくらコミュニティサービス、株式会社悠ライフ、社会福祉法人桜秀会、株式会社Cogent Labs、朝日共販株式会社、ビズネット株式会社、株式会社シーテック、株式会社YKプランニング、イワモトグループ、株式会社プレックス、テクノ電業株式会社、Mogic株式会社、オルビス株式会社、KIYOラーニング株式会社、株式会社田中貴金属グループ、株式会社教育測定研究所、学校法人KBC学園、株式会社PERSONA、株式会社ビューティガレージ、learningBOX株式会社、株式会社笑美面、株式会社ネオキャリア、TC Career株式会社、株式会社フィックス、ＹＫＫ ＡＰ株式会社、株式会社WOW WORLD、マツダ株式会社、株式会社MetaMoJi、コスモ松山石油株式会社、コスモエンジニアリング株式会社、株式会社アスマーク、高砂熱学工業株式会社、さつき株式会社、小島国際法律事務所、クラウドファスナー、株式会社サイバーセキュリティクラウド、株式会社JTB、株式会社エイトレッド、株式会社タダノ、MOLTON株式会社、iMU株式会社、株式会社BloomAct、株式会社Kort Valuta、東日印刷株式会社、ホーチキ株式会社、AI inside 株式会社、株式会社広島銀行

株式会社クリエイティブバンク announced the 24 winners of “SUCCESS STORY AWARD 2026 Autumn,” which recognizes achievements in SaaS implementation. The Grand Prize went to case studies by 株式会社カオナビ and ジヤトコ株式会社, while special awards were given to case studies by シヤチハタ株式会社 and 株式会社阪電工.

Facts:
- Sept. 30, 2026
- 8 categories
- About 2 days
- 1 hour
- Approximately 350 work hours per year
- Approximately 115,000 sheets of paper

## 屋外の水トラブルはなぜ後回しになる？約4割が「普段あまり確認しない場所だから」と回答、異変への気づきと点検依頼に関する意識調査

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000170371.html
- anchor: #n3114676
- Companies mentioned: とうきょう水道職人、株式会社N-Vision、Freeasy

A survey by 株式会社N-Vision found that outdoor water problems are often put off for reasons such as “it’s a place I don’t usually check.”

Facts:
- 40.5% (81 people)
- Survey of 200 people
- 24.0% (48 people)
- 23.5% (47 people)

## A festival of history and art: “DENKEN WEEK 2026” returns this year!

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000027.000154872.html
- anchor: #n3114675
- Companies mentioned: 宮崎県日南市、小玉醸造、大清本社、茶道裏千家淡交会宮崎支部米良宗知社中

宮崎県日南市の飫肥地区で2026年10月31日から11月8日まで開催される地域芸術祭「DENKEN WEEK 2026」の詳細情報が掲載された記事。現代アート、ガストロノミー、落語、日本舞踊、音楽などのイベント概要と予約情報を紹介している。

Facts:
- 2026
- Saturday, Oct. 31
- Sunday, Nov. 8
- Held for the 9th year
- 28,000 yen
- 3,000 yen
- 1,000 yen

## Launch of the “Breathable Insulated” series, easy to use for everyday wear and winter sports

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000029.000015083.html
- anchor: #n3114674
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スノーピーク、スノーピーク、ポーラテック社

株式会社スノーピーク launched the fall/winter 26 model of its 'Breathable Insulated' apparel series on September 25. The lineup includes 5 items: jackets, vests, pullovers, pants and neck warmers, made using materials from ポーラテック社.

Facts:
- Fall/winter 26 model
- Launching September 25 (Friday)
- A lineup of 5 items
- ¥36,300
- ¥30,800
- ¥29,700
- ¥7,920

## The live-action short drama 'The Pig's Revenge' begins streaming September 30 (Wednesday)! The otherworldly revenge story serialized in Monthly Comic Zenon is adapted into 30 live-action episodes.

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000036.000155814.html
- anchor: #n3114673
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SWIPEDRAMA、株式会社コアミックス

株式会社SWIPEDRAMA will begin streaming a live-action short drama based on the manga 'The Pig's Revenge,' published by Coremix, on September 30, 2026. The story, consisting of 30 episodes, follows a protagonist who was bullied and gets revenge in another world.

Facts:
- Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026
- 累計1.5億回再生
- Comics volumes 1–13

## Takumi Giken to speak at seminar hosted by 経済産業省中部経済産業局北陸支局

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000038.000057137.html
- anchor: #n3114672
- Companies mentioned: 匠技研工業株式会社、経済産業省中部経済産業局北陸支局、Microsoft Teams

匠技研工業株式会社 will speak at a seminar hosted by 経済産業省中部経済産業局北陸支局 on October 6, 2026, giving a talk on the use of AI and the promotion of digital transformation in manufacturing.

Facts:
- Oct. 6, 2026 (Tue.)
- 15:00〜17:00
- 40 people at the venue
- 100 online attendees
- Capital: 100 million yen

## 株式会社WAKA, which offers Roblox solutions for Gen Z and Gen Alpha, co-plans and produces ロート製薬's first original game for the 'Mentholatum' brand

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000038.000129776.html
- anchor: #n3114671
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社WAKA、ロート製薬、ロート製薬株式会社、Roblox Corporation

株式会社WAKA and ロート製薬 will launch 'Monster Mansion by Mentholatum,' the brand's first original cooperative adventure game, on Roblox on September 30, 2026.

Facts:
- 世界で約1億2,300万人
- 2026年9月30日（水）13時
- Teams of up to 6 can join forces
- 1プレイ30分程度を目安に楽しめる構成です
- 資本金 2億7,685万円

## Co-LABO MAKER and Relic sign partnership agreement to support commercialization of research seeds in the deep-tech sector

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000039.000031371.html
- anchor: #n3114670
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Co-LABO MAKER、Co-LABO MAKER、株式会社Relic、Relic、ディープテックイノベーションセンター、DTIC、内閣府、東京都、東北大学

株式会社Co-LABO MAKERとRelicは、ディープテック領域における研究シーズの事業化支援を目的とした連携協定を締結した。両社はCo-LABO MAKERの研究リソースシェアリングプラットフォームとRelicの事業開発知見・DTICの専門性を組み合わせ、研究シーズの発掘から社会実装までの一貫した支援体制を構築する。

Facts:
- More than 5,000 research consultations
- New business development and co-creation with more than 5,000 companies
- About 60% are disappearing without being commercialized

## Support for employees dealing with 'selling a home they own' and 'inheritance of property in a distant location,' at no cost to employers: Employee benefits service 'SUMiFiT' launches

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000044.000054287.html
- anchor: #n3114669
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SUMiTAS、株式会社ダイナムビジネスサポート

株式会社SUMiTAS has launched full-scale provision of 'SUMiFiT,' an employee benefits service that supports employees with selling a home they own or inheriting property in a distant location. There are no implementation or monthly fees for employers, and employees receive a 25% discount on brokerage fees.

Facts:
- 25% off the standard brokerage fee
- Received 41 consultations
- 6 transactions have completed settlement
- 4 transactions are scheduled to complete settlement

## Signing of an agreement with Osaka City to promote measures against vacant homes

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000044.000100027.html
- anchor: #n3114668
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社りそなホールディングス、りそな銀行、りそなグループ

りそな銀行 has signed an agreement with Osaka City to promote measures against vacant homes and will offer a preferential annual interest rate of 1.700% on its Resona Vacant Home Loan for vacant homes in Osaka City.

Facts:
- About 300,000 homes
- 1.700% per year
- Within 10 million yen

## [Rashin Survey Report Vol. 3] Survey on social media use by companies and businesses: 78.7% use social media, with Instagram the most popular at 61.7%; 21.3% do not use it

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000045.000058311.html
- anchor: #n3114667
- Companies mentioned: ラシン株式会社、リクルート、ファインドスター、西日本新聞社、ふくおかフィナンシャルグループ

A survey on social media use by ラシン株式会社 found that 78.7% of responding companies use social media, with Instagram the most popular platform at 61.7%. The share that did not use social media was 21.3%.

Facts:
- 78.7% of respondents said they use social media
- 61.7% said they use Instagram
- 21.3% said they do not use social media
- Responses: 324
- More than 9,000 in total

## Enjoy sports together, whoever you are, between shopping trips. ONE SPORTS FESTA at 酒々井プレミアム・アウトレット to be held on October 12, a public holiday marking Sports Day!

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000046.000069548.html
- anchor: #n3114666
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イースト、酒々井プレミアム・アウトレット、株式会社ユーフォリア、オオニシ体育株式会社

株式会社イースト will hold the 'ONE SPORTS FESTA' parasports experience event at 酒々井プレミアム・アウトレット on October 12, 2026. As part of a Sports Agency project, the event will offer 15 activities, including wheelchair basketball and boccia, with the aim of creating an environment everyone can enjoy.

Facts:
- October 12, 2026
- 15 diverse sports experiences

## 株式会社フジテックス opens its first overseas office, the Bangkok Representative Office, to mark its 40th anniversary

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000049.000007615.html
- anchor: #n3114665
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フジテックス、住友不動産中野駅前ビル

株式会社フジテックス opened its first overseas office, the Bangkok Representative Office, in Bangkok, Thailand, in September 2026 to mark its 40th anniversary. With global expansion as a growth strategy, the company will pursue business opportunities in Southeast Asia, seek local partners and support procurement.

Facts:
- 40th anniversary
- September 2026
- April 1986

## 【医療・介護分野の人材総合サービス スタッフサービス・メディカル】介護施設と求職者のミスマッチ防止を目指す「職場体験付き職業紹介サービス」を10月1日（木）スタート！

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000052.000032423.html
- anchor: #n3114664
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スタッフサービス・ホールディングス、スタッフサービス・メディカル、株式会社スタッフサービス メディカル事業本部

スタッフサービス・メディカル will launch the 'Job Placement Service with Workplace Experience' nationwide from October 1, 2026, with the aim of preventing mismatches between care facilities and job seekers.

Facts:
- Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- Workplace experience lasting up to 4 hours
- Creating employment opportunities for 100 people
- By April 2027
- Number of temporary workers: 5,054
- Number of client establishments: 2,195

## Academic information on cysteine peptides published on LIFE SCIENCES Research Lab, an academic website sharing research information in the life sciences

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000052.000063879.html
- anchor: #n3114663
- Companies mentioned: 三菱商事ライフサイエンス株式会社、三菱商事ライフサイエンス

三菱商事ライフサイエンス株式会社 has published academic information on cysteine peptides on its academic website, 'LIFE SCIENCES Research Lab.'