# AI News 180m Report｜2026-09-30 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 5 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.

## Visitor numbers surpassed 20,000 in the 3 months since reopening! Popular experiences sometimes sell out within hours of going on sale. UCC Coffee Museum, the 'theme park of coffee,' is a huge hit! Reservations for December open October 1

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000052.000136988.html
- anchor: #n3114662
- Companies mentioned: UCCジャパン株式会社、UCCグループ、タカラトミーアーツ社、全日本コーヒー協会、ICO、国連

UCC Coffee Museum surpassed 20,000 visitors in the 3 months since reopening, and popular experience programs are selling out immediately. Reservations for December open October 1, and new merchandise will also go on sale early at the museum shop.

Facts:
- Total visitors: 20,000
- Resumed for the first time in 6 years
- Price: ¥2,200 and up (tax included)
- Estimated duration: 25 minutes and up
- Price: ¥2,750 (tax included)
- Estimated duration: 30–50 minutes
- Price: ¥1,650 (tax included)
- Estimated duration: 40 minutes
- Expanded to 3 times its previous floor space
- 5 types in total / 300 yen, tax included
- 7 types in total / 400 yen, tax included
- Adults (high school students and older): 880 yen (tax included)
- Children (elementary and junior high school students): 440 yen (tax included)
- Sales reached 471 billion yen

## 民間版の世界銀行を目指す五常・アンド・カンパニー、ウズベキスタンのマイクロファイナンス機関Renesansの持分を19.8%に引き上げ

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000054.000048303.html
- anchor: #n3114661
- Companies mentioned: 五常・アンド・カンパニー株式会社、五常、JSC Renesans mikromoliya tashkiloti、Renesans、CJSC Humo Bank、Humo、GRATA International、National Asscociation of Microfinance Institutions

五常・アンド・カンパニーは、ウズベキスタンのマイクロファイナンス機関Renesansの持分を19.8%に引き上げた。

Facts:
- Raises stake to 19.8%
- 43 branches
- 15,000 customers
- Outstanding loans total US$22 million
- Approximately 1.9 million customers

## PC operations supported in offline environments! Labor management Windows app for MARITIME 7 released

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000054.000051630.html
- anchor: #n3114660
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ザブーン、ZABoooN Inc.

株式会社ザブーン released a Windows app for its labor management system for seafarers, “MARITIME 7.” The app supports PC operations in offline environments, enabling smooth attendance tracking and Excel exports even offshore, where communications can be unstable. Existing users can use it at no additional cost.

## For the city of Yokohama, its environment, and its future. “Yokohama Clean-up Action 2026” to be held!

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000060.000036671.html
- anchor: #n3114659
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社横浜スカイビル、横浜キヤノンイーグルス、ジャパンラグビー リーグワン

株式会社横浜スカイビル will hold “Yokohama Clean-up Action 2026” from October 31 to November 7, 2026, with cleanup activities alongside 横浜キヤノンイーグルス, a book recycling initiative, PASSTO collection, and a food drive.

Facts:
- Oct. 31, 2026
- Nov. 7
- Capital: 3.591 billion yen
- Established: September 27, 1961

## 【e.m.】Celebrating the brand’s 30th anniversary! Special collection and events announced.

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000064.000171858.html
- anchor: #n3114658
- Companies mentioned: イー・エム・デザイン株式会社、e.m.、LOVE BY e.m.、little emblem

イー・エム・デザイン株式会社, which operates the jewelry brand “e.m.,” announced a special collection and an exhibition at Laforet Museum Harajuku in Tokyo to mark the brand’s 30th anniversary in November 2026.

Facts:
- 30th anniversary of the brand’s founding
- The brand will celebrate its 30th anniversary in November 2026
- 2026年10月1日(木) 12:00から
- Starting Sunday, November 1, 2026
- The 3 brands 【e.m.】【LOVE BY e.m.】【little emblem】
- Founded in 1996 by Eijiro Nakatani and Masayoshi Hida

## AWL launches full-scale edge AI people-flow analysis to address overtourism at Niko Buchi in Kochi Prefecture

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000075.000046547.html
- anchor: #n3114657
- Companies mentioned: AWL株式会社、NTTドコモビジネス、北海道大学

AWL株式会社, in partnership with NTTドコモビジネス, will launch full-scale edge AI people-flow analysis from fiscal 2026 to address overtourism at Niko Buchi, a tourist attraction in Ino, Kochi Prefecture.

Facts:
- Following a pilot project launched in fiscal 2025
- Moves to full-scale operations from fiscal 2026
- More than 16,000 edge AI cameras deployed to date
- Established June 1, 2016

## 紀の川市、株式会社紀陽銀行及び株式会社バイウィルによる３者連携協定締結のご案内

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000075.000173667.html
- anchor: #n3114656
- Companies mentioned: 紀の川市、株式会社紀陽銀行、紀陽銀行、株式会社バイウィル、バイウィル

紀の川市、株式会社紀陽銀行、株式会社バイウィルの3者が連携協定を締結し、J-クレジット等の環境価値情報の共有やカーボンニュートラル・サーキュラーエコノミーの実現を目指す。

## 【Tokyo Midtown Hibiya】“HIBIYA Magic Time Illumination 2026,” a dazzling illumination display bringing color to winter in Hibiya, to be held

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000091.000122345.html
- anchor: #n3114655
- Companies mentioned: 東京ミッドタウンマネジメント株式会社、三井不動産株式会社、三井不動産グループ、株式会社帝国ホテル、マーベル・スタジオ

Tokyo Midtown Hibiya will hold “HIBIYA Magic Time Illumination 2026” from November 12, 2026, through February 28, 2027, featuring a roughly 8-meter-tall tree inspired by “Avengers: Doomsday” and a variety of illuminations.

Facts:
- Approximately 8 m tall
- 4 facilities in Tokyo
- From Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026
- Until Sunday, Feb. 28, 2027
- Theatrical release on Friday, December 18

## Make writing a will more approachable, starting with “organizing your thoughts.” Visitors of all ages try “AIユイゴンWell-B” at Age-Well Festival 2026

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000099.000009990.html
- anchor: #n3114654
- Companies mentioned: レガシィマネジメントグループ、税理士法人レガシィ、行政書士法人レガシィ、株式会社レガシィ、株式会社AgeWellJapan

レガシィマネジメントグループ exhibited at Age-Well Festival 2026, held September 12 and 13, 2026, at Futako-Tamagawa Rise Galleria, where it gave visitors the chance to try “AIユイゴンWell-B,” an app that helps users create wills.

Facts:
- September 12 (Saturday) and 13 (Sunday), 2026
- 10:00～17:00

## OrcaRouter’s GGUF of “OrcaSAQ-2 Cyber 27B Uncensored,” a model for cybersecurity research

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000101.000138449.html
- anchor: #n3114653
- Companies mentioned: FlashLabs株式会社、Continuum AI、OrcaRouter

FlashLabs株式会社 announced that OrcaRouter’s research team released a GGUF version of “OrcaSAQ-2 Cyber 27B Uncensored,” an open-weight model for cybersecurity research, on September 26, 2026. The model, with 27 billion parameters, was compressed from 54.7GB to 15.7GB, a reduction of about 71%, while maintaining a 94.4% answer match rate against the pre-compression model. Distributed under the Apache-2.0 license on Hugging Face, it can be run locally via llama.cpp.

Facts:
- A cybersecurity-focused model with 27 billion parameters
- A lightweight version reduced from 54.7GB to 15.7GB, about 71%
- From 54.7GB to 15.7GB (a 71.3% reduction)
- Answer match rate against the pre-compression model: 94.4%
- Perplexity difference: 0.80%
- Average KLD: 0.020
- Context length is 262,144 tokens
- Access more than 200 LLMs and generative AI models through a single gateway
- Established: July 2023
- Released September 26, 2026 · Apache-2.0 license

## Breaking away from banner campaigns with “no winning strategy left.” AXer adds analysis that puts features into words and compares them with campaign results

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000102.000035950.html
- anchor: #n3114652
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アイトリガー、AITRIGGER Inc.

株式会社アイトリガー will begin offering additional features in its marketing AX solution “AXer” from October 2026, including AI-powered structuring of banner features as tags and analysis comparing them with campaign results.

Facts:
- Service launches in October 2026
- Introduced in the advertising campaign of 1 client whose operations we manage
- Available from July 2026

## Notice regarding silent partnership investment in 3 rental residential properties in Tokyo (Yoyogi-Uehara, Hatchobori and Asakusabashi)

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000110.000090191.html
- anchor: #n3114651
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エスコン、Weave Living Japan株式会社、株式会社エスコンインベストメントパートナーズ

株式会社エスコン has made a silent partnership investment in a special purpose company holding 3 rental residential properties in Tokyo (Yoyogi-Uehara, Hatchobori and Asakusabashi). The properties will be operated by Weave Living Japan株式会社, while asset management will be handled by its consolidated subsidiary, 株式会社エスコンインベストメントパートナーズ.

Facts:
- Japan also introduced a digital nomad visa in 2024
- Since entering the Japanese market in 2023
- Its portfolio in Japan is worth approximately 120 billion yen
- It has grown to approximately US$780 million in size
- Capital: 135 million yen
- Our company: 100%

## 三和グループ統合報告書2026を発行しました

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000116.000118172.html
- anchor: #n3114650
- Companies mentioned: 三和ホールディングス株式会社、三和グループ

三和ホールディングス株式会社 issued its “Integrated Report 2026” on September 30 to enhance corporate value and deepen stakeholder understanding. The report includes information on its 70th anniversary, sustainability, Medium-Term Management Plan 2027 and Long-Term Vision 2030.

Facts:
- Integrated Report 2026
- September 30
- 70th anniversary
- Mid-Term Management Plan 2027
- Long-Term Vision 2030

## Receive an odor-eliminating sachet or an organic cotton mini towel! [タチカワブラインド] Reservation-and-visit campaign at showrooms and display spaces nationwide

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000119.000082111.html
- anchor: #n3114649
- Companies mentioned: 立川ブラインド工業株式会社、タチカワブラインド

立川ブラインド工業株式会社 will run a reservation-and-visit campaign at showrooms nationwide from October 1 to December 25, 2026, offering a hinoki sachet or an organic cotton mini towel as a gift.

Facts:
- Capital: 4.475 billion yen
- Starting Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- Until Friday, Dec. 25
- 11 showrooms nationwide

## スイッチメディア、「クロスメディアインサイト」をリテールメディア領域へ拡張、第一弾として「ファミマTV」に対応

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000120.000011256.html
- anchor: #n3114648
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スイッチメディア、伊藤忠グループ、株式会社ゲート・ワン、伊藤忠商事株式会社、株式会社データ・ワン、インテージ社

株式会社スイッチメディア has expanded the scope of its AI advertising data platform “クロスメディアインサイト” to retail media, beginning with support for “ファミマTV,” operated by ゲート・ワン. This makes it possible to compare and simulate TV commercials, digital advertising and retail media on the same basis.

Facts:
- Approximately 12,000 locations nationwide
- Aug. 26, 2026

## “MIMARU Osaka Namba STATION ANNEX” to open on October 1

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000121.000081858.html
- anchor: #n3114647
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コスモスホテルマネジメント、スカイガーデン、大和ハウスグループ、株式会社コスモスイニシア、MIMARU、南海電鉄、Osaka Metro

大和ハウスグループ companies 株式会社コスモスイニシア and 株式会社コスモスホテルマネジメント will open the apartment hotel “MIMARU Osaka Namba STATION ANNEX” in Osaka’s Namba district on October 1, 2026. The hotel will have 68 rooms, including spacious rooms for three generations and multiple families.

Facts:
- Oct. 1, 2026
- 29th facility
- 7th facility
- 68 rooms in total
- Capacity: 4 people
- Capacity: 6 people
- 100㎡
- 3 bedrooms
- Sept. 1, 2026
- 2018
- 約40㎡以上
- 39㎡
- 6 adults
- 2 children
- 6 years old and under
- 3 sinks
- 2 toilets
- 60㎡
- 58㎡
- 4 single beds
- 5-minute walk
- 6-minute walk
- 13 stories above ground
- 680.19㎡
- 4,347.12㎡
- 400,000 people
- 90%
- 39 countries and regions

## CARTA ZERO / IMG SRC STUDIO to exhibit “SELL { _ _ } HERE.”, an interactive experience using Docomo data, at “虎ノ門広告祭2026”!

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000121.000130668.html
- anchor: #n3114646
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社CARTA ZERO、IMG SRC STUDIO、NTTドコモ、株式会社CARTA HOLDINGS

株式会社CARTA ZERO will exhibit “SELL { _ _ } HERE.”, an interactive experience by its R&D unit “IMG SRC STUDIO” using NTTドコモ d Point Club member data, at “虎ノ門広告祭2026,” taking place from October 9 to 17, 2026.

Facts:
- More than 100 million (※2) d Point Club membership data
- October 9, 2026 (Friday)–October 17 (Saturday)
- 9 days in total
- Attracted 17,000 visitors in 8 days
- Through 120 pieces of content
- More than 400 creators took the stage or participated
- Capital: 60 million yen

## Get an “original sticker” with the purchase of “GABA100 睡活ビネガー”!

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000122.000113050.html
- anchor: #n3114645
- Companies mentioned: ヤマモリ株式会社

ヤマモリ株式会社 will run a campaign from October 1 to 31, 2026, giving purchasers of the functional food “GABA100 睡活ビネガー” an original sticker.

Facts:
- Contains GABA (100mg/30ml)
- GABA100 睡活ビネガー 500ml
- 137 years since its founding

## “A recruitment pro for every small and midsize business”: “ミイダス AI採用バディー” surpasses 300 adopting companies just 3 weeks after general release!

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000129.000099622.html
- anchor: #n3114644
- Companies mentioned: ミイダス株式会社、パーソルグループ、ラグザス株式会社

The AI recruitment support service “ミイダス AI採用バディー,” provided by ミイダス株式会社, surpassed 300 adopting companies 3 weeks after its general release began on August 17, 2026.

Facts:
- Approximately 2.7 times the difference
- More than 600,000 people (as of May 2026)

## フラーゴラッド鹿児島 begins ticket sales for its 2026-27 season home opener

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000130.000084434.html
- anchor: #n3114643
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フィールドエックス、フラーゴラッド鹿児島、北海道イエロースターズ、株式会社チェンジホールディングス

株式会社フィールドエックス announced that ticket sales for the 2026-27 season home opener of フラーゴラッド鹿児島, which it operates, will begin on October 1. The opponent will be 北海道イエロースターズ, and the venue will be Yupiteru Arena Kirishima.

Facts:
- 2026-27 season
- 10月1日（木）12:00より開始します
- October 31 (Saturday) and November 1 (Sunday)
- 一般販売は10月7日（水）12:00から開始します
- 1申込につき2枚まで購入可能です
- 1申込につき6枚まで購入可能です
- 2023-24 season V.LEAGUE DIVISION3
- The new V.LEAGUE for the 2024-25 season
- Established on March 18, 2022

## Sugar coating reduces odor: “TestofenⓇ Tablets” launched by GronG

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000134.000040123.html
- anchor: #n3114642
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Ultimate Life、GronG、Amazon、楽天市場、Gencor Pacific Limited、ゲンコアパシフィックリミテッド

株式会社Ultimate Life will launch “TestofenⓇ Tablets,” a men’s supplement containing fenugreek seed extract with a sugar coating that reduces odor, under the GronG brand on October 3, 2026.

Facts:
- 120 tablets
- October 3, 2026
- Approximately 35 times
- ¥4,980 including tax
- ¥3,486
- 30% off

## YADOKARI VILLAGE 北軽井沢 to open new building “あはひの離れ” in late October. Reservations open today, Wednesday, September 30

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000139.000013358.html
- anchor: #n3114641
- Companies mentioned: YADOKARI株式会社、YADOKARI VILLAGE 北軽井沢、プリンスランド

YADOKARI株式会社 announced that it will open “あはひの離れ,” a new building at the lodging facility “YADOKARI VILLAGE 北軽井沢,” in late October 2026, with reservations opening on September 30.

Facts:
- Late Oct. 2026
- Capacity: 4–6 people
- Room rate: ¥34,000–
- Limited to 5 groups

## ゾーホージャパン’s “Zoho Mail,” “Zoho Connect” and “Zoho People” registered as eligible tools for the “Digitalization and AI Implementation Subsidy 2026”

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000140.000101685.html
- anchor: #n3114640
- Companies mentioned: ゾーホージャパン株式会社、ゾーホージャパン、Zoho Corporation

ゾーホージャパン株式会社’s 3 products (Zoho Mail, Zoho Connect and Zoho People) have been registered as eligible tools for the “Digitalization and AI Implementation Subsidy 2026.”

Facts:
- Up to 1/2 of cloud usage fees
- Up to 2/3 if the specified wage requirements are met
- Subsidies are available for up to 2 years
- For 1 or more processes: ¥50,000 or more and less than ¥1.5 million
- For 4 or more processes: ¥1.5 million or more and up to ¥4.5 million
- The company has more than 19,000 employees
- 1億5,000万人を超えるユーザー

## VETSOne launches “VETSOne Premium PURE RICH (ベッツワンプレミアム ピュアリッチ),” a premium complete nutritional food for dogs and cats

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000147.000004757.html
- anchor: #n3114639
- Companies mentioned: ペットゴー株式会社、VETSOne、FLAFFY、DogHuggy

ペットゴー株式会社 launched “PURE RICH,” a complete nutritional food for dogs and cats from the premium food line of its own brand “VETSOne,” on September 30, 2026.

Facts:
- Launched on September 30, 2026
- Securities code: 7140
- 365 days a year, the joy of eating continues
- Offering 6 products and 12 SKUs

## 株式会社キャリオット completely revamps alcohol-check management screen

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000149.000041330.html
- anchor: #n3114638
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社キャリオット、Cariot

株式会社キャリオット has completely revamped the management screen for the alcohol-check feature of its AI vehicle management portal, “Cariot.” Following the April 2022 mandate for businesses operating white-plated vehicles, the company added new features, including a single-screen workflow, visual tracking of people who have not completed checks, and AI-powered monthly analysis, aiming to reduce the workload of safety driving managers and strengthen legal compliance. It has also introduced improvements such as settings for drunk-driving thresholds to comply with the legal revision in July 2026 and one-click PDF export.

Facts:
- Apr. 2022
- 呼気1リットルあたり0.5ミリグラム以上
- July 2026
- 0–0.15 mg/L

## Kurashiki wedding venue ヴェルジェくらしき to hold grand appreciation festival! A range of events, including a mock wedding, anniversary photos and food trucks, will take place in the cathedral adorned with historic blue stained glass

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000161.000039857.html
- anchor: #n3114637
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社日本セレモニー、ヴェルジェくらしき、FIVESTAR WEDDING、オリコン

The wedding venue ヴェルジェくらしき, operated by 株式会社日本セレモニー, will hold a grand appreciation festival on October 25, 2026. Events will include a mock wedding, anniversary photos, food trucks and projection mapping. FIVESTAR WEDDING’s “BIG FAIR” will also be held, offering benefits worth up to 1.5 million yen.

Facts:
- Oct. 25, 2026
- More than 350 years
- 13:00
- Limited to 30 couples
- Up to 1.5 million yen
- Worth approximately 200,000 yen
- Up to 50,000 yen
- No. 1 for the 7th consecutive year

## Launch of a cryptocurrency wallet accessible through the au PAY app

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000165.000020989.html
- anchor: #n3114636
- Companies mentioned: KDDI株式会社、au Coincheck Digital Assets株式会社、株式会社HashPort、auフィナンシャルサービス株式会社、コインチェック株式会社

KDDI、auフィナンシャルサービス、au Coincheck Digital Assets、HashPortの4社は、2026年9月30日にau PAYアプリ上で暗号資産ウォレット「αU wallet」を提供開始した。Pontaポイントとの交換やCoincheck経由での購入、au PAY残高へのチャージが可能で、2026年冬にはステーキング機能も追加予定。

Facts:
- Sept. 30, 2026
- More than 7 million
- Up to 300 Ponta points per month
- Receive 200 Ponta points
- November 10, 11:59

## Turning parental leave from a “career gap” into a positive “career development period.” Webinar shares practical examples of “community learning” to prevent career stagnation and resignations among the pre-management generation (parents raising children)

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000165.000025975.html
- anchor: #n3114635
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コードタクト、共同印刷株式会社、NTT株式会社、日本電信電話株式会社、ファーストプレス社

株式会社コードタクト will hold a webinar on October 14, 2026, featuring 遠藤美菜子 of 共同印刷株式会社, to share practical examples of supporting employees returning from parental leave through community learning.

Facts:
- Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026
- 11:00～12:00
- The 3 parties: oneself, one’s partner and one’s company (workplace)
- Videos approximately 5 minutes long
- Established: January 2015

## Advance tickets for 山陰酸素グループ Presents “Ramen Festival in San’in” on sale through tabiwa

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000165.000086416.html
- anchor: #n3114634
- Companies mentioned: 山陰中央テレビジョン放送株式会社、山陰酸素グループ、JR西日本、TSKさんいん中央テレビ

Advance tickets for “Ramen Festival in San’in,” organized by 山陰酸素グループ, will go on sale through tabiwa, JR西日本’s travel app.

Facts:
- November 6, 2026 (Friday), 17:30–21:00
- November 7, 2026 (Saturday), 10:00–21:00
- November 8, 2026 (Sunday), 10:00–17:00
- October 1 (Thursday), 10 a.m.
- １１月５日（木）２３時５９分

## As daylight hours decline in fall and winter, you may know “vitamin D = bones.” But how much do you need?

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000171.000016172.html
- anchor: #n3114633
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スピック、リジェネレーションクリニック、医療法人社団明照殿

A survey on awareness of vitamins D and K conducted by 株式会社スピック found that while many people know about their relationship to bones and calcium, they do not know how much they need or understand their own status.

Facts:
- Survey of 1,000 men and women aged 20–69 nationwide
- “Calcium absorption” 42.8%
- “Bone health” 41.5%
- 52.0% selected one of these options
- 65.8% answered “Don’t know / not aware”
- Overall, 74.1% said they “Don’t know / aren’t aware” of the amount they need
- 40.3% do not know whether they have enough vitamin D in their bodies
- 49.0% also do not know how to tell whether they have enough
- 53.0% answered “I don’t know about either”
- The survey found that 81.2% did not know what it does

## Selected from 126 entries! 16 finalists announced for “Japan AI Awards 2026”

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000172.000115435.html
- anchor: #n3114632
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人日本デジタルトランスフォーメーション推進協会、JDX、豊田市上下水道局、株式会社博報堂ＤＹコーポレートイニシアティブ、株式会社川六、西部ガスホールディングス株式会社、横須賀市、遠藤ファーム株式会社、日本ハム株式会社、株式会社フローラ、パーソルホールディングス株式会社、宮城県、Emaps株式会社、株式会社電通、株式会社豆子郎、都城市、NIKUSHO BANGNA店、ダイハツ工業株式会社、ディアワンダー株式会社、株式会社リアルディア、アップル、サイボウズ株式会社、NTTドコモビジネス株式会社、国際大学GLOCOM、Ledge.ai、デジタル行政、BCN+、EventHub

日本AI大賞実行委員会 (secretariat: 一般社団法人日本デジタルトランスフォーメーション推進協会) announced the 16 finalists for “Japan AI Awards 2026,” selected from 126 entries. The final judging will take place at “AI & Security Summit 2026” on November 12, 2026.

Facts:
- 126 applications
- 16 finalist teams
- 8 teams in the organization category and 8 in the individual category
- Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026
- 1組あたり8分のプレゼンテーション
- 3-minute Q&A

## SPACE COTAN signs comprehensive partnership agreement with 三井住友海上火災保険

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000173.000078016.html
- anchor: #n3114631
- Companies mentioned: SPACE COTAN株式会社、三井住友海上火災保険株式会社、jtSPACE

SPACE COTAN株式会社 has signed a comprehensive partnership agreement with 三井住友海上火災保険株式会社 to strengthen risk management at HOSPO and expand the space industry.

Facts:
- Began full-scale operations in April 2021
- Has promoted the attraction of the aerospace industry for 40 years
- Taiki Town received a ministerial award for corporate hometown tax donations in fiscal 2022
- In February 2026, efforts to develop a space-focused town centered on HOSPO were recognized
- In October 2024, signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on international cooperation with 8 commercial spaceports across the world’s 5 continents
- In January 2025, SPACE COTAN was selected for the Space Strategy Fund
- In July 2025, the Japanese subsidiary of Taiwanese company jtSPACE

## [Staple Food Attitudes Survey] Is “making sacrifices for health” a thing of the past? An era of “choosing” multigrain rice for its “texture and taste”

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000179.000045708.html
- anchor: #n3114630
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社はくばく

A survey on multigrain rice conducted by 株式会社はくばく found that more people cited “texture and taste” than “health” as reasons for continuing to eat it, and that it pairs especially well with curry. In response, the company is publishing content combining its “Sixteen-Grain Rice” with curry.

Facts:
- This survey covered approximately 5,000 consumers
- Screening survey: 34,284 men and women aged 15–69
- Main survey: 5,064 men and women aged 15–69
- “Texture and taste (52%)”
- “Health benefits (25%)”
- “Texture and taste (47%)”
- “Health benefits (29%)”
- “Health awareness and disease prevention (27.3%)”
- Curry (38.6%)
- Hamburg steak (38.0%)
- Fried foods (38.7%)

## Solving “There are too many management challenges, and I don’t know where to start.” Seminar on the barriers to company growth and how to prioritize improvements to be held October 22

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000180.000173646.html
- anchor: #n3114629
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ルミッション

株式会社ルミッション will hold an online seminar on October 22, 2026, for small and medium-sized business owners, explaining how to identify the “barriers” hindering company growth and prioritize management issues.

Facts:
- Oct. 22, 2026
- 13:00–15:00

## Maid cafe あっとほぉーむカフェ launches at-home Wedding service: maids travel to wedding ceremonies, with photo weddings also available at its mansion

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000187.000009289.html
- anchor: #n3114628
- Companies mentioned: インフィニア株式会社、あっとほぉーむカフェ、ロイヤルパークホテル

インフィニア株式会社 announced that its maid cafe, あっとほぉーむカフェ, has officially launched the at-home Wedding service. The new service includes “Wedding Ceremony Maid Service,” in which maids travel to reception venues to perform, and “Photo Wedding,” which involves reserving an entire location for a photo shoot. There are 2 types of services.

Facts:
- Since its founding in 2004
- Price: ¥220,000 (tax included) and up
- Price: ¥165,000 (tax included) and up
- Will celebrate its 22nd anniversary in 2026
- Operates 13 locations
- Approximately 700 maids on staff
- 60 virtual maids are affiliated with the company, separate from its locations

## 【TMR×Frinkey】Turn the DualSense Edge into a TMR controller by “simply swapping” the sticks — replacement stick modules from an in-house brand

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000191.000084333.html
- anchor: #n3114627
- Companies mentioned: ONO貿易株式会社、Frinkey、株式会社ソニー・インタラクティブエンタテインメント、Amazon、楽天市場、ぴたぴて工房、ばれちーのゲーム実況／barechi ch、ゆうゆうFC

ONO貿易株式会社 introduces the third-party replacement stick, Frinkey TMR Stick Module, for the PS5 DualSense Edge. It can be converted to a TMR sensor system without soldering.

## Launch of a cryptocurrency wallet accessible through the au PAY app

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000196.000046288.html
- anchor: #n3114626
- Companies mentioned: KDDI株式会社、au Coincheck Digital Assets株式会社、株式会社HashPort、auフィナンシャルサービス株式会社、コインチェック株式会社

KDDI, au Coincheck Digital Assets, HashPort, and au Financial Service launched the crypto wallet “αU wallet” on the au PAY app on September 30, 2026. Users can exchange Ponta points, buy crypto through Coincheck, and top up their au PAY balance. A staking feature is also scheduled to be added in winter 2026.

Facts:
- Sept. 30, 2026
- More than 7 million
- Up to 300 Ponta points per month
- Receive 200 Ponta points

## びっくりドンキー launches its “Gulliver again this year!” fair! This year’s lineup includes the even larger Monster Gulliver Burger Dish and more, starting October 7 (Wednesday)

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000204.000043540.html
- anchor: #n3114625
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アレフ、びっくりドンキー

Hamburger restaurant びっくりドンキー, operated by 株式会社アレフ, will hold its limited-time “Gulliver again this year!” fair from October 7, 2026, offering a monster-sized new product and a diverse lineup.

Facts:
- A generous 400g portion
- About 3 times as much rice
- About 2 times as much salad
- A glass about 25 centimeters tall
- About 30 cm tall
- Made with 9 types of vegetables
- Win a ¥10,000 meal voucher
- 50 winners selected by lottery
- 10 winners selected by lottery
- 30 guests

## “Area Market Report / Yokohama,” September 2026 issue, released

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000211.000102049.html
- anchor: #n3114624
- Companies mentioned: 三菱地所リアルエステートサービス株式会社

三菱地所リアルエステートサービス株式会社 has released the September 2026 issue of “Area Market Report / Yokohama,” covering the real estate market and macroeconomic indicators in the Yokohama area.

Facts:
- ¥4.843 million in 2025 (preliminary figure)
- Up 16.9% year over year
- Holding nearly steady at around 61㎡
- As of July, it reached ¥15,396 per tsubo
- The single type rose 2.76 points
- The compact type rose 1.10 points
- The family type rose 2.29 points
- The room occupancy rate was 69.3% as of May 2026
- 1,488,610 Japanese guests
- 372,060 international guests

## “RICOH Value Presentation 2026 in TOYAMA” to support the sustainable growth of companies in Toyama Prefecture, with the theme “Building Teams That Keep Winning”

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000227.000006187.html
- anchor: #n3114623
- Companies mentioned: リコージャパン株式会社、リコージャパン富山支社、株式会社トンボ飲料、富山商工会議所、富山県リコー会

リコージャパン富山支社 will hold “RICOH Value Presentation 2026 in TOYAMA” on October 14 and 15, 2026, supporting companies in Toyama Prefecture with DX promotion, security measures, and talent development.

Facts:
- October 14 and 15, 2026
- 17,088 people
- 337 locations

## Just 250g. The Fukui-born “Air Blouson” returns in a new double-zip style. Now available in 4 colors, including the new “Shadow Gray”

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000235.000040106.html
- anchor: #n3114622
- Companies mentioned: ライフスタイルアクセント株式会社、ファクトリエ、アタゴ、株式会社アタゴ

ファクトリエ, operated by ライフスタイルアクセント株式会社, has revamped its popular outerwear item, the “Air Blouson,” jointly developed with 福井県’s アタゴ, with a double-zip design. It is now on sale in 4 colors, including the new “Shadow Gray.”

Facts:
- Just 250g
- ￥14,300
- 4 shades

## GLOBIS adds “Business Strategy” and “Marketing” to its executive development school; cumulative enrollment in its corporate school-based training reaches 300,000

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000240.000052928.html
- anchor: #n3114621
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社グロービス、日本経済新聞社、一般社団法人G1、一般財団法人KIBOW、株式会社茨城ロボッツ・スポーツエンターテインメント、株式会社LuckyFM茨城放送、グロービス・キャピタル・パートナーズ株式会社、顧彼思（上海）企業管理諮詢有限公司、GLOBIS Asia Pacific Pte. Ltd.、GLOBIS Asia Campus Pte. Ltd.、GLOBIS Thailand Co., Ltd.、GLOBIS USA, Inc.、GLOBIS Europe BV、GLOBIS Manila Inc.、PT. GLOBIS Indonesia Hub、GLOBIS Taiwan Co., Ltd.、GLOBIS Middle East (Commercial Representative Office)、GLOBIS India Private Limited

株式会社グロービス has added a “Business Strategy Program” and a “Marketing Program” to its next-generation executive development school, “GES.” Cumulative enrollment in its corporate school-based training has reached 300,000, and the new programs are scheduled to begin in October 2026.

Facts:
- Cumulative enrollment has reached 300,000
- Adopted by more than 3,600 companies annually
- 225 listed companies that make up the Nikkei Stock Average
- Used by about 89% of companies
- The number of participants in fiscal 2025 was about 19,000
- Learn the principles of business strategy and marketing systematically over 6 sessions
- Duration: 3 months, 6 sessions total

## Official dates confirmed for the 2027 Formula 1® Turkish GP! Legend Felipe Massa also makes a return

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000251.000049599.html
- anchor: #n3114620
- Companies mentioned: トルコ共和国大使館 文化観光局、トルコ共和国観光広報・開発庁、TGA、Formula 1®、FIA、トルコ自動車スポーツ連盟、TOSFED、文化観光省、GoTürkiye、CNN International、BBC、Al Jazeera、Euronews

The トルコ共和国観光広報・開発庁 (TGA) announced that the official dates for the 2027 Formula 1® Turkish GP have been set for October 1–3, 2027. Legendary driver Felipe Massa visited Istanbul, as the global campaign got fully underway.

Facts:
- 2027
- October 1 (Friday)–3 (Sunday), 2027
- For the first time in 6 years
- The 10th event overall
- 5 years
- 5.3 kilometers long
- More than 571 million views
- About 64 million tourists

## 【まとめ買い需要は“大人数世帯”だけじゃない？】2人暮らしの70.2％が「まとめ買い派」、59.6％が「1個あたりの安さ」を重視

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000253.000144334.html
- anchor: #n3114619
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社システムリサーチ、創作品モールあるる、あるるモール

株式会社システムリサーチによる調査で、2人暮らしの70.2％がまとめ買い派であり、1個あたりの安さを重視する人が59.6％と最多であることが判明。

Facts:
- 70.2% of two-person households
- 61.6% said they tend to buy in bulk
- “Choose the cheaper product” was the most common response, at 32.8%
- For daily necessities and consumables, 53.0% said they buy in bulk

## 【Survey on gift recipients’ behavior】75.4% of people who received a present or host gift searched for or bought the item. 29.2% bought the same item for themselves

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000255.000144334.html
- anchor: #n3114618
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社システムリサーチ、創作品モールあるる、あるるモール

A survey by 株式会社システムリサーチ found that 75.4% of people who received a gift searched for or bought the item, while 29.2% bought the same item for themselves.

Facts:
- 75.4％
- 29.2％
- 23.1％
- 53.0％
- 61.3％
- 61.5％
- 51.3％
- 43.6％
- 53.8％
- 48.7％
- 200 people

## 【Handa City, Aichi Prefecture】A taste of Germany comes to Handa Red Brick Building! “German Festival” offers authentic German food, learning, and fun

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000263.000137040.html
- anchor: #n3114617
- Companies mentioned: 半田市役所、半田市観光協会

The 6th German Festival in Handa Red Brick Building 2026 will be held in Handa, Aichi Prefecture, from Oct. 10 to 12, offering visitors the chance to experience German culture and history through food, learning and fun.

Facts:
- Oct. 10 (Sat.)–Oct. 12 (national holiday, Mon.)
- 10時～17時
- discovered for the first time in 125 years

## MILIZE enters into capital and business alliance with SOMPOホールディングス and 住友商事 (conducts third-party allotment of new shares)

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000267.000034351.html
- anchor: #n3114616
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社MILIZE、SOMPOホールディングス、住友商事

株式会社MILIZE conducted a third-party allotment of new shares to SOMPOホールディングス and 住友商事 and entered into a capital and business alliance with both companies. The alliance aims to accelerate business development in the finance and AI fields, conduct research and development of AI products, and promote co-created businesses.

Facts:
- Capital: 100 billion yen
- Capital: 221.6 billion yen
- Capital: 910 million yen (as of the end of May 2026)

## [PetsTokyo Nagahara Store] Halloween Dog Studio

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000301.000116500.html
- anchor: #n3114615
- Companies mentioned: Lehman Holdings株式会社、Pets Tokyo株式会社

Lehman Holdings株式会社 group company Pets Tokyo株式会社 will hold a limited-time Halloween Dog Studio campaign at Pets Tokyo Nagahara Store from Oct. 1 to 18.

Facts:
- Oct. 1–Oct. 18
- Oct. 1, 2026 (Thu.)–Oct. 18 (Sun.)
- Childcare for 3 hours or more
- Receive 1 free ticket

## Open experiential classes using Kodomo Mirai Career held at elementary and high schools in Okinawa Prefecture

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000306.000013831.html
- anchor: #n3114614
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イー・ラーニング研究所、イー・ラーニング研究所

株式会社イー・ラーニング研究所 held open experiential classes at elementary and high schools in Okinawa Prefecture using Kodomo Mirai Career, a board game teaching material for career education, and confirmed improvements in students' communication skills and understanding of asset building.

Facts:
- 35 sixth-grade students
- The response rate was 97.1%
- The response rate was 100%

## Welcome to the aquarium at night. Night Aquarium in Ise Sea Paradise

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000307.000027217.html
- anchor: #n3114613
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社伊勢夫婦岩パラダイス、ゼロ距離水族館 伊勢シーパラダイス、伊勢市観光協会、伊勢夫婦岩めおと横丁

Ise Sea Paradise will hold a special nighttime opening, Night Aquarium, on Oct. 24, 2026, in conjunction with Futami Healing Night. The adjacent 伊勢夫婦岩めおと横丁 will also open at night and host market vendors.

Facts:
- Oct. 24, 2026
- 17:30～20:00
- First 1,000 people
- Advance web ticket: 390 yen
- Same-day web ticket: 500 yen
- One price for ages 4 and up
- Open at night until 20:30
- [Times] 18:00 / 19:00
- 50 people per session
- [Price] 300 yen
- Regular price: 6,000 yen
- Special price: 4,500 yen
- Regular price: 3,000 yen
- Special price: 2,000 yen

## October is 3R Promotion Month. The sustainable market COMMONs MARKET Kawaguchi, where visitors can experience everything from buying and using to what comes next, will be held on Oct. 11 (Sun.).

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000320.000045733.html
- anchor: #n3114612
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社大泉工場、あすなろ工房、Prema Organic farm、アーヴ・オ・ハワー、w.w.、hareruya_808 (はれるや)、Himalayan organic material、カイロプラクティックINUE、熊野っ子、W-NUDGE、株式会社信濃屋トレーディング、菓子屋MARO、BOTANICAL HOLIDAY、atelier紡、やまだや、ジョージガーデンハラール、Kuuおやつ、mi norhodo、旬のごはんとトキシラズ、エンブレイス・オリーブ、マリンカフェ、OKS STORE、川口商工会議所

株式会社大泉工場 will hold the experiential sustainable market COMMONs MARKET Kawaguchi at its premises, OKS KAWAGUCHI CAMPUS, in Kawaguchi, Saitama Prefecture, on Oct. 11, 2026. In conjunction with 3R Promotion Month, more than 20 vendors and workshops will take part, promoting resource circulation and sustainable living.

Facts:
- Oct. 11, 2026 (Sun.)
- More than 20 stores
- 10 or more programs
- Approximately 3,000 tsubo
- 10:00～16:00
- March 1938
- 20,000,000 yen

## インフォレンズ株式会社 signs Japanese merchandise licensing agreement for popular ROBLOX title Dandy‘s World

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000347.000092133.html
- anchor: #n3114611
- Companies mentioned: インフォレンズ株式会社、BlushCrunch Studio LLC、BlushCrunch Studio

インフォレンズ株式会社 has signed a Japanese merchandise licensing agreement for the Roblox game Dandy‘s World with BlushCrunch Studio LLC.

Facts:
- More than 7 billion plays worldwide
- More than 40 playable characters
- Approximately 300 types of officially licensed merchandise
- Handles approximately 500 product varieties

## オルトプラス launches indie game label オルトチワワ in earnest, aiming for global markets through collaboration with external creators

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000356.000053906.html
- anchor: #n3114610
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オルトプラス、オルトプラス、オルトチワワ、任天堂、Valve Corporation

株式会社オルトプラス has launched indie game label オルトチワワ in earnest, aiming for global markets through collaboration with external creators. Its first title is in development for PC (Steam) and Nintendo Switch, with plans to target markets in Japan and overseas.

## BAKUNE introduced in all Premier Floor rooms at Forbes 5-star hotel ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000388.000032370.html
- anchor: #n3114609
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TENTIAL、テンシャル、ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts、ROKU KYOTO、LXR ホテルズ＆リゾーツ、ヒルトン、東急リゾーツ＆ステイ株式会社、株式会社竹中工務店、Forbes Travel Guide

株式会社TENTIAL will introduce its BAKUNE sleep and recovery product line in all Premier Floor rooms at the Forbes 5-star hotel ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts, beginning Oct. 1, 2026.

Facts:
- From Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- 114 guest rooms
- Opened in September 2021 in Takagamine, Rakuhoku, Kyoto
- Fine height adjustment is possible within a range of 5 cm to 10 cm
- Capital: 910 million (as of February 28, 2026)
- Established: February 6, 2018

## Traditional art meets contemporary fashion. New canvas tote bags featuring Katsushika Hokusai's Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji: The Great Wave off Kanagawa and Tawaraya Sotatsu's Wind God and Thunder God Screens!

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000403.000085881.html
- anchor: #n3114608
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イーカムグループ、whitegames.、イーカムグループ

株式会社イーカムグループ will release canvas tote bags featuring designs based on Katsushika Hokusai's The Great Wave off Kanagawa from Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji and Tawaraya Sotatsu's Wind God and Thunder God Screens, under its own brand whitegames., from mid-October. The price is 2,750 yen (tax included).

Facts:
- On sale from mid-October
- ■¥2,750 (tax included)

## 【ロンハーマン】ロンハーマンキッズが提案する、この秋着たいとっておきのキッズスタイル！

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000410.000140499.html
- anchor: #n3114607
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社リトルリーグ、ロンハーマン、Lee、SISSEL EDELBO、Pheeta

ロンハーマンキッズが、この秋おすすめのキッズスタイルとして、LeeやSISSEL EDELBOのジャケット、ロンハーマンオリジナルのロングスリーブTee、Pheetaとのコラボワンピースなどを紹介。

Facts:
- ¥16,500 (tax included)
- ￥20,900 (tax included)
- ¥23,100 (tax included)
- ¥8,800 (tax included)
- ¥9,900 (tax included)
- ¥17,600 (tax included)
- ¥61,600 (tax included)

## Meiji and Credit Saison's Food Education & Money Education project to hold its first Kansai event after 3 consecutive seminars in Tokyo sold out

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000426.000004442.html
- anchor: #n3114605
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クレディセゾン、株式会社明治、株式会社ビルド・バリュー、セゾンマネースクール

株式会社クレディセゾン and 株式会社明治 will hold the first Kansai-area event of their Food Education & Money Education project in Sakai on Oct. 20, 2026, following sold-out seminars in Tokyo. Capacity will be expanded from 40 to 60 participants, who will learn about food and money while enjoying chocolate.

Facts:
- 3 experiential seminars held in Tokyo
- More than 90% of participants rated it satisfactory or very satisfactory
- October 20, 2026 (Tuesday)
- Capacity will also be expanded from 40 to 60 participants
- Since 2007, the company has continued activities to communicate the importance of asset building
- Held about 150 times annually
- A learning opportunity attended by about 3,000 people

## 冬の肌に、上質なうるおいとハリ感を。アテニアのシグネチャーアイテムを結集したウィンターコフレ『シグネチャーボックス ～ウィンターエディション～』2026年11月15日(日) 数量限定発売

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000440.000010341.html
- anchor: #n3114604
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アテニア、アテニア

株式会社アテニア will launch the limited-quantity winter coffret “Signature Box: Winter Edition” on Nov. 15, 2026. Price: ¥6,800 (tax included).

Facts:
- November 15, 2026
- 6,800 yen

## Momoko Nakamura’s new solo exhibition, “A Sense of Beginning,” opens Oct. 24: Depicting the mysteries of life and a new pictorial space after the turning point of childbirth [Gallery & Bakery Tokyo ８分]

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000445.000038948.html
- anchor: #n3114603
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社The Chain Museum、THE CITY BAKERY、株式会社フォンス、戸田建設株式会社、株式会社DDAA

株式会社The Chain Museum will open “A Sense of Beginning,” a new solo exhibition by artist Momoko Nakamura shaped by the turning point of childbirth, at “Gallery & Bakery Tokyo ８分” in Kyobashi starting Oct. 24, 2026.

Facts:
- Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026
- Dec. 1 (Tue.)
- Born in Tokyo in 1991
- 3-minute walk

## Exa launches “BEAVEL™,” which extracts and structures product information from manufacturing drawings, catalogs and other sources

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000456.000001318.html
- anchor: #n3114602
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エクサ、JFEスチール、キンドリルジャパン

株式会社エクサ has launched “BEAVEL™,” a solution that extracts and structures product information from unstructured data such as manufacturing drawings and catalogs. Using generative AI and AI-OCR, it achieved 97% extraction accuracy in a proof-of-concept test and cut data-preparation workloads by 73% compared with conventional methods.

Facts:
- Raises extraction accuracy from unstructured data from 70% to 97%
- Reduced data-preparation workloads by 73% compared with conventional methods
- Product information for 30,000 items could require “a total of 60 person-months” to organize
- Manually correcting the results could require “a total of 24 person-months”
- Cut processing time from 42 minutes to 10 minutes and 30 seconds

## Notice of donation of disaster-relief contributions for the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000496.000069349.html
- anchor: #n3114601
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ベイシア、株式会社カインズ、株式会社ハンズ、株式会社ベイシア電器、株式会社オートアールズ、株式会社カインズフードサービス、日本赤十字社

A press release announcing that relief donations collected through in-store fundraising campaigns conducted by 株式会社ベイシア and 6 group companies have been donated to 日本赤十字社.

Facts:
- ￥ 8,013,916
- Approximately 511 stores

## Japan’s first successful stabilization of a serum containing 4 quasi-drug active ingredients

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000524.000025614.html
- anchor: #n3114600
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ナリス化粧品、TPCマーケティングリサーチ株式会社

株式会社ナリス化粧品 has achieved Japan’s first successful stabilization of a serum containing 4 quasi-drug active ingredients (niacinamide RF mixture, tranexamic acid, D-panthenyl alcohol and isopropylmethylphenol). By combining a nanoceramide mix made using iPF technology with a special silicone derivative, the company has achieved both storage stability and a pleasant feel in use. The product is scheduled to launch in November.

Facts:
- Contains 4 ingredients
- Scheduled to launch in November

## ホットプロファイル launches new feature showing “Why did the landing forecast change?” and “Why did it diverge?”

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000524.000052725.html
- anchor: #n3114599
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ハンモック、ホットプロファイル

株式会社ハンモック will launch a new feature in its sales-support tool ホットプロファイル that visualizes changes in sales forecasts and gaps between projections and actual results.

Facts:
- Available starting October 2026
- Announced on June 30, 2026
- Service launched in August 2026
- Securities code 173A
- Capital: ¥83,863 thousand

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

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000534.000016318.html
- anchor: #n3114598
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Relic、Co-LABO MAKER、株式会社Co-LABO MAKER、株式会社デジタルインファクト、内閣府、文部科学省、東京都、東北大学

株式会社Relicのディープテックイノベーションセンター（DTIC）と研究開発リソースシェアリングプラットフォームを運営する株式会社Co-LABO MAKERは、研究シーズの事業化支援において連携協定を締結した。両社はRelicの事業開発知見とCo-LABO MAKERの実証・試作環境調達支援を組み合わせ、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:
- New business development and co-creation with more than 5,000 companies
- Approximately 60% of technologies developed through research and development by Japanese companies disappear without being commercialized
- More than 5,000 research consultations
- Promoting support for 30 companies and more than 100 projects
- Bases in 18 prefectures across Japan
- Surpassed ¥10 billion in sales

## New book “New Habits to Energize Your Brain! A Brainpower-Boosting Workbook Recommended by Doctors” goes on sale Sept. 30 (Wed.): Includes 32 types and 192 questions!

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000554.000082530.html
- anchor: #n3114597
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社日本能率協会マネジメントセンター、JMAM、自由国民社、アスコム、京都精華大学、Amazon、楽天ブックス

株式会社日本能率協会マネジメントセンター released “New Habits to Energize Your Brain! A Brainpower-Boosting Workbook Recommended by Doctors,” a brain-training workbook supervised by a physician, on Sept. 30, 2026. It contains 32 types and 192 questions and has ranked No. 1 in Amazon’s “Home Therapy & Medicine” new releases category.

Facts:
- Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026
- 1st place
- 4 brain functions
- 1,650 yen
- 208 pages
- 870,000 followers

## ロボスタ to hold corporate tour of the front lines of physical AI in Shenzhen, China, covering everything from humanoids and data collection to robot hands, ODM and mass production

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000600.000004642.html
- anchor: #n3114596
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イード、ロボスタ、株式会社ロボットワークス、シーアイティーエス・ジャパン株式会社

ロボスタ, operated by 株式会社イード, will hold a corporate tour of physical AI-related companies in Shenzhen, China, from Nov. 22 to 25, 2026. In addition to visits to companies working on humanoids and robot hands, Masato Yoshikawa of 株式会社ロボットワークス will accompany the group and coordinate business meetings.

Facts:
- Sunday, Nov. 22, 2026
- Wednesday, Nov. 25
- ¥598,000 per person
- ¥548,000 per person
- Minimum number of participants: 10
- Noon on Friday, Oct. 30, 2026
- ¥148,000 per person
- Minimum number of participants: 5

## Bringing Mentholatum’s “gentle meddling” into play: A new brand experience through an original Roblox game. A cooperative adventure starring game character Little Nurse and friends is now available.

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000607.000044879.html
- anchor: #n3114595
- Companies mentioned: ロート製薬株式会社、株式会社WAKA

Rohto Pharmaceutical, in collaboration with 株式会社WAKA, will release the cooperative adventure game “Monster Mansion by Mentholatum” on Roblox on Sept. 30, 2026.

Facts:
- 2026年9月30日（水）13時より公開
- Team up with friends in groups of up to 6

## Immersive disaster-prevention and demolition training conducted in a building scheduled for demolition, Tokyo

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000626.000001379.html
- anchor: #n3114594
- Companies mentioned: 日鉄興和不動産株式会社、株式会社フラップゼロアルファ、日鉄興和不動産ファシリティーズ株式会社、東京消防庁

日鉄興和不動産は、解体予定の「興和西麻布ビル」を活用し、テナント企業向けに没入体験型防災訓練を、東京消防庁消防隊員向けにドア・ガラス破壊及び屋内検索訓練を実施した。

Facts:
- 2026年9月15日（火）・16日（水）
- Approximately 120 people from tenant companies and others
- Thursday, Sept. 24 and Friday, 25
- 東京消防庁の計10署
- Approximately 120 firefighters
- More than 40 companies
- Total floor area: 13,548.06 m²

## Protein and daily nutrients, all together in 1 smart serving! “クレバー Nutrition Plus” launches to support healthy habits for adults

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000680.000017718.html
- anchor: #n3114593
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ネイチャーラボ、CLEVER、クレバー

株式会社ネイチャーラボは、プロテインブランド『CLEVER』より、植物性たんぱく質や21種の野菜、ビタミン類などを配合した栄養補助パウダー「クレバー栄養プラス アーモンドきな粉味」を2026年10月1日より発売する。

Facts:
- Oct. 1, 2026
- 21 kinds of vegetables
- 11 types of vitamins
- 23 types of lactic acid bacteria
- Contains 250 mg of calcium
- 1杯約165円
- Price: 3,300 yen
- ¥3,564 (tax included)
- Net weight: 310 g
- Approximately 20 servings

## ★Event information★ From Oct. 10 (Sat.), Kaiji, Ichijo and Hyodo are coming to Kochi…! “Graveyard Ascension Record Kaiji POP UP STORE at TSUTAYA土佐道路店” Set sail…! Into the vast ocean of battle…!

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000681.000073415.html
- anchor: #n3114592
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社CRAZY BUMP、TSUTAYA土佐道路店、講談社

株式会社CRAZY BUMPは、2026年10月10日から11月8日までTSUTAYA土佐道路店で『墓場昇天録カイジ POP UP STORE』を開催する。福本伸行先生の代表作『賭博黙示録カイジ』の連載30周年を記念し、グッズ販売や購入者特典が行われる。

Facts:
- Oct. 10, 2026
- Nov. 8, 2026
- 30th anniversary
- 5,000 yen (tax included)

## Reorganizing apollostation’s service brand system and consolidating names under “idemitsu” and “apollostation” in anticipation of expanded mobility services

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000682.000023740.html
- anchor: #n3114591
- Companies mentioned: 出光興産株式会社、apollostation、idemitsu

Idemitsu Kosan will reorganize the brand system for its nationwide “apollostation” service stations starting Oct. 1, 2026, consolidating names under either “idemitsu” or “apollostation.” This is part of the stations’ evolution into mobility service hubs, and the change will be rolled out sequentially at approximately 6,000 locations.

Facts:
- Starting Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- Approximately 6,000 locations nationwide
- Target fiscal years: 2026–2030

## New TV commercial for the evolving service station “apollostation” to air nationwide. What candid remark did Nanoka Hara let slip!? The story also draws attention as Hara plays 2 roles, including “Apo-chan,” whose voice she provides herself!

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000683.000023740.html
- anchor: #n3114590
- Companies mentioned: 出光興産株式会社、出光興産、NHK

出光興産は、イメージキャラクターに原菜乃華さんを起用した「apollostation」の新TVCMを2026年10月1日より全国放映する。また、ブランド体系の見直しにより、「idemitsu」または「apollostation」を冠した名称への刷新を開始する。

Facts:
- Approximately 6,000 “apollostation” locations nationwide
- Will air nationwide starting Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- Target fiscal years: 2026–2030
- 9 meters high
- 18 meters wide
- 15-second and 30-second versions
- An audition with more than 1700 participants

## For autumn outings! 4 new Nikon products for outdoor activities!

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000693.000016573.html
- anchor: #n3114589
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニコン、株式会社ニコンイメージングジャパン、ニコンダイレクト

株式会社ニコンイメージングジャパンは、屋外での撮影やハイキングなどのアウトドアシーンで活躍する4アイテム（折りたたみ傘、折りたたみ椅子、Tシャツ、ナイロンジャケット）を公式オンラインショップ「ニコンダイレクト」にて発売した。

Facts:
- 4 items
- Light-blocking rate of at least 95%
- UV protection rate of at least 95%
- Load capacity: approximately 100 kg
- Weight: approximately 520 g
- 6.2 ounces
- Marking its 25th anniversary

## [Seminar on 10/15] The pitfalls of losing top talent: Effective retention measures based on survey data from 10,000 people

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000693.000018991.html
- anchor: #n3114588
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アスマーク、Humap

Humap, the HR tech business of research company Asmarq, will hold a free online seminar on Oct. 15, 2026, on the topic of “The pitfalls of losing top talent.” Based on survey data from 10,000 people, the seminar will examine the mismatch between engagement initiatives and the needs of top talent, and explain retention measures.

Facts:
- Survey of 10,000 people
- Oct. 15, 2026
- Capacity: 500 participants

## アルペンアウトドアーズに無骨で洗練されたギアブランド『GEAR MISSION』が新登場！人気のストーブ関連商品の実物見本展示はアルペンアウトドアーズだけ！限定21店舗にて10月より随時取り扱いを開始

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000697.000042346.html
- anchor: #n3114587
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アルペン、アルペンアウトドアーズ、アルペンマウンテンズ

株式会社アルペンは、ミリタリーテイストのギアブランド『GEAR MISSION』の新規取り扱いを2026年10月から開始する。限定21店舗および公式オンラインストアで販売され、ストーブ関連商品の実物見本展示はアルペンアウトドアーズのみで行われる。

Facts:
- 21 select stores
- From Oct. 2026
- Price: 41,800 yen (tax included)
- Price: 19,800 yen (tax included)
- Price: 33,000 yen (tax included)
- Price: 24,750 yen (tax included)
- Capital: 15.1 billion yen
- Revenue: 285.9 billion yen
- Ordinary profit: 10 billion yen

## 令和8年熊本地震に係る災害支援募金寄託のお知らせ

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000709.000008255.html
- anchor: #n3114586
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カインズ、株式会社ベイシア、株式会社ハンズ、株式会社ベイシア電器、株式会社オートアールズ、株式会社カインズフードサービス、日本赤十字社

株式会社ベイシアおよびグループ企業6社が実施した店頭募金活動により集まった義援金を、日本赤十字社に寄託した旨の発表。

Facts:
- ￥ 8,013,916
- Approximately 511 stores

## Zenken to exhibit at international assistive products exhibition “H.C.R.2026”

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000728.000006978.html
- anchor: #n3114585
- Companies mentioned: Zenken株式会社、Zenken

Zenken株式会社は、2026年10月7日から9日まで東京ビッグサイトで開催される「H.C.R.2026」に出展し、外国人介護人材向けのオンライン教育サービスを紹介する。

Facts:
- The total number of course participants has surpassed 1,000
- As of Sept. 9, 2026: 1,035 participants in total
- Capital: 439,950 thousand yen

## New potato variety “Yumeikoro” confirmed to be suitable for processing into potato salad. Bringing delicious potato salad to tables 100 years from now, too — Oct. 10 is Potato Salad Day

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000752.000044559.html
- anchor: #n3114584
- Companies mentioned: キユーピー株式会社、デリア食品株式会社、一般社団法人 日本調理科学会

キユーピー株式会社とデリア食品株式会社は、ジャガイモシストセンチュウ抵抗性を持つ新品種「ゆめいころ」が既存品種「男爵」と同等のポテトサラダ加工適性を有することを確認し、2026年9月に開催された日本調理科学会大会で発表した。

Facts:
- More than 80% of domestically produced potatoes
- 7 potato salad development staff members

## Survey on “Autumn Outings” and “Outlet Malls” 2026: 37% use generative AI to choose autumn destinations, and 2 in 3 feel the impact of rising prices

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000785.000009047.html
- anchor: #n3114583
- Companies mentioned: 三菱地所・サイモン株式会社、ネットエイジア株式会社、一般社団法人 日本記念日協会

三菱地所・サイモン株式会社が実施した調査によると、秋のお出かけ先選びに生成AIを活用する人が37%に上り、物価高の影響で外出予算は減少しているものの、アウトレットモールでの消費額は増加し、節約志向の中でお得な購入を求める意識が強いことが示された。

Facts:
- 37.0% use generative AI
- 67.4% said rising prices are affecting their outing budgets this fall
- Among people planning outings this fall (3,464 respondents), the average budget for autumn outings was 28,088 yen...
- Compared with last year’s survey results, the average budget fell by 2,930 yen...
- アウトレットモールでお買い物をする際、1回の訪問で使うことが多い金額...平均は26,042円でした
- Compared with the previous survey results, the average increased by 3,941 yen...
- Valid responses totaling 4,700 people were compiled

## A Christmas for a family of 3, without leaving the beloved dog alone: GRAND CHARIOT 北斗七星135°’s Christmas-only “Dinner Pairing with Your Dog” plan

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000801.000128966.html
- anchor: #n3114582
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニジゲンノモリ、GRAND CHARIOT 北斗七星135°、グランシャリオ北斗七星135°、山下春幸氏

GRAND CHARIOT 北斗七星135° in Awaji Island, Hyogo Prefecture, will offer a Christmas-only accommodation plan for guests with dogs in December 2026. The “Dinner Pairing with Your Dog” plan includes a pairing dinner for people and dogs using ingredients from Awaji Island, as well as a family photo session.

Facts:
- From 45,980 yen
- From Friday, Dec. 18, 2026
- Through Friday, Dec. 25
- From September 30, 2026 (Wednesday)
- All 23 guest rooms
- 13 stores in Japan and overseas
- About 200 animals per year

## 【東京通信大学】JA新いわて野菜部会滝沢支部（岩手県滝沢市）と挑む地域農業の未来づくり「滝沢市ネギ産地化プロジェクト」を始動

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000885.000011137.html
- anchor: #n3114581
- Companies mentioned: 学校法人 日本教育財団、東京通信大学、JA新いわて野菜部会滝沢支部

東京通信大学とJA新いわて野菜部会滝沢支部は、岩手県滝沢市におけるネギ産地化を目指す「滝沢市ネギ産地化プロジェクト」を開始し、2026年7月30日に第1回ビジョン策定意見交換会を開催した。

Facts:
- Thursday, July 30, 2026
- About 1 year
- FY2026
- Fiscal 2027
- 1回約15分
- First-year tuition starts at approximately 270,000 yen
- 6,072 people
- The on-time graduation rate is 80.1%

## [A space for “food and wellness” with a 114-year history] Café and dining venue “caféfe” by FIT-EASY, an amusement fitness club, to hold its grand opening on Friday, Nov. 6!

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001027.000099487.html
- anchor: #n3114580
- Companies mentioned: フィットイージー株式会社

フィットイージー株式会社 will grand-open “caféfe,” a café and dining venue created by renovating a 114-year-old traditional house on its head office grounds, on November 6, 2026.

Facts:
- 114 years old
- Friday, Nov. 6, 2026
- 309 locations
- 320 people

## AI to help determine whether contracts qualify as leases, supporting compliance with the 2027 new lease accounting standard; キヤノンITS begins offering the service as an option for “SuperStream-NX Fixed Asset Management”

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001052.000001375.html
- anchor: #n3114579
- Companies mentioned: キヤノンITソリューションズ株式会社、キヤノンITS、キヤノンマーケティングジャパングループ、ファーストアカウンティング株式会社、FA社

キヤノンITソリューションズ will begin offering First Accounting’s AI contract analysis tool “Steward: New Lease Accounting Standard” as an option for “SuperStream-NX Fixed Asset Management” on September 30, 2026, to support compliance with the new lease accounting standard in 2027.

Facts:
- Will be offered starting September 30, 2026
- Applicable to fiscal years beginning on or after April 1, 2027
- While being used by more than 11,000 companies

## [A wellness stay at ROKU KYOTO that designs even “sleep”] General medical device “BAKUNE Pajamas Dry” to be introduced in select rooms starting October 1 (Thu.)

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001058.000055787.html
- anchor: #n3114578
- Companies mentioned: ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts、ROKU KYOTO、株式会社TENTIAL、LXRホテルズ&リゾーツ、ヒルトン、東急リゾーツ＆ステイ株式会社、株式会社竹中工務店

ROKU KYOTO will introduce 株式会社TENTIAL’s general medical device “BAKUNE Pajamas Dry” in select rooms starting October 1, 2026, offering guests a wellness stay experience.

Facts:
- Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- 114 rooms
- September 2021
- Five stars
- Approximately 8 million users annually

## Autumn and winter limited-time menu featuring local ingredients such as Awaji Island onions and sea bream caught in the Seto Inland Sea to be offered starting November 1 [グランドメルキュール淡路島リゾート＆スパ]

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001088.000052177.html
- anchor: #n3114577
- Companies mentioned: グランドメルキュール淡路島リゾート＆スパ、アコー、ALL Accor、農林水産省

グランドメルキュール淡路島リゾート＆スパ will begin offering an autumn and winter limited-time buffet menu featuring local ingredients on November 1, 2026, and will also offer a red snow crab dinner buffet starting December 1 of the same year.

Facts:
- During the period from November 1, 2026 (Sun.) to February 28, 2027 (Sun.)
- During the period from December 1, 2026 (Tue.) to March 14, 2027 (Sun.)
- One-night all-inclusive stay from 25,700 yen

## [ゼッテリア] The new teriyaki is richer in flavor. ゼッテリア revamps its “teriyaki burgers”!

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001150.000097263.html
- anchor: #n3114576
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社バーガー・ワン、ゼッテリア

Burger restaurant “ゼッテリア,” operated by 株式会社バーガー・ワン, will revamp 3 items—the “Teriyaki Beef Burger,” “Tama-Teri Burger,” and “Teriyaki Chicken Burger”—on October 7, enhancing the richness of its signature teriyaki sauce.

Facts:
- October 7
- 440 yen
- 540 yen
- 270 locations

## Duskin opens a “Health Support Room” at its head office

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001162.000005720.html
- anchor: #n3114575
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ダスキン、経済産業省、日本健康会議、NPO法人健康経営研究会

株式会社ダスキン will open a “Health Support Room” at its head office on October 1, 2026, to support employees’ health and wellness. A public health nurse and a registered nurse will provide health consultations and support for improving lifestyle habits.

Facts:
- Starting Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- Certified for 5 consecutive years
- More than 80% of employees responded
- Duskin Head Office, 1st floor
- The number of participants was 2.1 times higher than the previous year

## [東京ベイ有明ワシントンホテル] [Limited to 60 guests] New Year’s osechi breakfast plan at the hotel’s top floor goes on sale starting 10/5 (Mon.)

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001207.000001368.html
- anchor: #n3114574
- Companies mentioned: 藤田観光株式会社、東京ベイ有明ワシントンホテル

東京ベイ有明ワシントンホテル, operated by 藤田観光株式会社, will begin selling a “New Year’s Osechi Breakfast Plan” for guests staying on December 31, 2026, only. The plan is limited to 60 guests and includes breakfast served at “Grand Bran,” the sky banquet venue on the hotel’s top floor, the 21st floor.

Facts:
- Limited to 60 guests
- Stays on December 31, 2026 (Thu.)
- On sale starting October 5 (Mon.)
- Hotel’s top floor, the 21st floor
- Morning of January １, 2027 (Fri., public holiday)
- From 36,100 yen for 2 people sharing 1 room

## WeSupport Family, a food assistance platform for single-parent households operated by Oisix and others, wins the Consumer Affairs Agency Commissioner’s Award at the “Reiwa ８ Fiscal Year Food Loss Reduction Promotion Awards”

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001248.000008895.html
- anchor: #n3114573
- Companies mentioned: オイシックス株式会社、一般社団法人RCF、ココネット株式会社、セイノーグループ、シダックスフードサービス、Purple Carrot

“WeSupport Family,” operated by オイシックス株式会社 and others, has won the Consumer Affairs Agency Commissioner’s Award.

Facts:
- 87 companies
- 72 support organization locations
- A network connecting more than 30,000 households
- The number of households supported was 34,202
- Donated goods are worth the equivalent of 2.2 billion yen

## “THE NORTH FACE / HELLY HANSEN アミュプラザおおいた” relocates and reopens, strengthening connections with younger customers at a station-connected facility with high foot traffic

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001289.000007414.html
- anchor: #n3114572
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ゴールドウイン、Goldwin Inc.、THE NORTH FACE、HELLY HANSEN、トキハわさだ、JRおおいたシティ、アミュプラザおおいた

株式会社ゴールドウイン announced that it will relocate and reopen “THE NORTH FACE / HELLY HANSEN アミュプラザおおいた” at アミュプラザおおいた, directly connected to Oita Station, on October 10, 2026. The store’s floor area will expand to approximately 1.8 times its current size, with the aim of strengthening connections with younger customers and growing the footwear category.

Facts:
- Opening on Oct. 10, 2026
- The store will close for relocation on September 27, 2026 (Sun.), and
- From approximately 83 tsubo at “THE NORTH FACE+ トキハわさだ”
- Expanding to approximately 150 tsubo, or approximately 1.8 times its previous size
- Expanding to approximately 1.8 times its previous size
- In the 5-year medium-term management plan announced in July 2024
- The company expects sales of The North Face to grow by approximately 30 billion yen over 5 years
- Aiming for 10 billion yen in the fiscal year ending March 2029

## My Misfortune and Her Delight—Volume 2 of “My Sister in Black Won’t Forgive Me,” a Sweet and Cruel Tale of Love and Hate, and more: September e-book releases from サイコミ!

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001309.000005593.html
- anchor: #n3114571
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Cygames、サイコミ、株式会社小学館、楽天ブックス、Amazon

株式会社Cygames announced that a total of 14 e-book titles, including Volume 2 of “My Sister in Black Won’t Forgive Me,” a series on the サイコミ manga platform, will be released by 株式会社小学館 on September 30.

Facts:
- A total of 14 titles
- Wednesday, September 30

## Fortunes for the second half of 2026 | Love Me Do predicts your life, love, and marriage. “Moon-Viewing Good Fortune Campaign” underway, with exclusive images to help bring good luck

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001346.000074768.html
- anchor: #n3114570
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社レンサ、Love Me Do◆数秘術、みのり、せきらら-Sekirara-、テックマニア -techmania-

株式会社レンサ launched the “Moon-Viewing Good Fortune Campaign” on September 25, 2026, on its official fortune-telling site “Love Me Do◆数秘術,” offering exclusive images to customers who use eligible readings.

Facts:
- 440 yen per month
- Sept. 25, 2026 (Fri)
- Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026

## 株式会社mov sponsors “Vue Fes Japan 2026” as a Gold Sponsor

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001423.000024246.html
- anchor: #n3114569
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社mov、Vue.js日本ユーザーグループ

株式会社mov will sponsor “Vue Fes Japan 2026,” to be held on October 24, 2026, as a Gold Sponsor and exhibit at the event.

Facts:
- General admission ticket: 8,000 yen
- Vue Fes Japan 2026
- Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026

## [進研ゼミ 小学講座] Survey on praise among 696 elementary school students and their parents: 71.7% of parents say “I notice what my child hasn’t done before I can praise them”; children want parents to notice “specific strengths” and “effort” more than “results”

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001494.000000120.html
- anchor: #n3114568
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ベネッセコーポレーション、進研ゼミ 小学講座、マクロミル、矢野経済研究所、文部科学省、Amazon

株式会社ベネッセコーポレーション surveyed 696 parent-child pairs with children in grades 3–6 about communication at home. Among parents, 71.7% said, “I notice what my child hasn’t done before I can praise them,” highlighting 3 challenges: “differences in perspective,” “differences in wording,” and “time constraints.” Children want their specific strengths and efforts noticed more than their results, and services such as the Akapen-sensei correction program also received strong support.

Facts:
- 696 parent-child pairs with children in grades 3–6
- 68.2% of parents
- 82.6% of parents
- reached a combined 97.7%
- came to a combined 84.5%
- a combined 54.3%
- 43%
- 94.5%
- came to a combined 97.6%
- 90.2%
- has been passed down for 57 years
- Survey period: Aug. 20–Aug. 27, 2026

## NURO and So-net to exclusively livestream “JUJU JAZZ LIVE 2026”

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001564.000000196.html
- anchor: #n3114567
- Companies mentioned: ソニーネットワークコミュニケーションズ株式会社、NURO、So-net、ソニー・ミュージックレーベルズ、BLUE NOTE TOKYO、ソニーグループ

Sony Network Communications will exclusively livestream JUJU’s concert “JUJU JAZZ LIVE 2026” for NURO and So-net members and launch a campaign offering free viewing tickets to 50,000 people.

Facts:
- Nov. 14, 2026
- 50,000 people
- 19:30pm
- For 16 consecutive years

## Campaign on the official X and Instagram accounts of ほっともっと marks the launch of the “ほっとパイ” series

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001670.000054093.html
- anchor: #n3114566
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プレナス、ほっともっと、パナソニック

株式会社プレナスは、持ち帰り弁当「ほっともっと」の『ほっとパイ』シリーズ発売を記念し、公式XおよびInstagramで電子マネーやパナソニック製ヘアドライヤーが当たるキャンペーンを実施する。

Facts:
- 2,415 stores
- 500 yen
- 100 winners
- 1 winner
- 176 yen

## [Up to 1.5 million yen, up to 2/3] Applications support for the SME Digital Adoption Promotion Subsidy Program now available! [助成金なう]

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002264.000080271.html
- anchor: #n3114565
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ナビット、東京都中小企業振興公社

株式会社ナビット has begun offering application support for the Tokyo Metropolitan Government’s “Reiwa 8 Fiscal Year SME Digital Adoption Promotion Subsidy Program.” The maximum subsidy is 1.5 million yen, with a subsidy rate of up to 2/3 for small businesses and others, and up to 1/2 in other cases. Applications are open from September 28, 2026, to January 29, 2027, but will close early once the budget is reached.

Facts:
- [Maximum subsidy: 1.5 million yen]
- [Small businesses and others: subsidy rate of up to 2/3]
- [Standard: subsidy rate of up to 1/2]
- [September 28, 2026 (Monday)–January 29, 2027 (Friday)]
- The minimum amount of subsidy for which you can apply is 50,000 yen.

## The “Mobile Suit Victory Gundam” main stage has been added to “SD Gundam G Generation Eternal”! UR “V2 Assault Buster Gundam (EX),” UR “Zanspine (EX)” and more arrive in the pickup gacha!

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002346.000051316.html
- anchor: #n3114564
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社バンダイナムコエンターテインメント、App Store、Google Play、DMM GAMES、Web Store

株式会社バンダイナムコエンターテインメント has added the “Mobile Suit Victory Gundam” main stage to the app “SD Gundam G Generation Eternal” and is holding a 1.5th anniversary event and pickup gacha.

Facts:
- 3,000 Diamonds
- Up to 47 free pulls
- To mark the 1.5th anniversary
- The 100th draw guarantees a UR unit
- Guaranteed to include at least 2 UR units
- More than 350 units are available for initial development
- From 105 Gundam titles
- More than 1,190 units join the battle

## 「マイナビ2027年卒 大学生キャリア意向調査8月＜社会人への不安と期待＞」を発表

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002513.000002955.html
- anchor: #n3114563
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マイナビ、マイナビ

株式会社マイナビ has announced the results of a survey of university students graduating in 2027. “Anxiety” about entering the workforce outweighed “expectations,” with particular concerns about performing work and workplace relationships. The survey also found that students had a strong understanding of information about their prospective employers’ compensation and work locations, but a limited understanding of workplace relationships.

Facts:
- 54.3% of students answered “anxious”
- Students who answered “expectations (45.7%)”
- The result was 8.6 points higher than the share of students who answered “expectations (45.7%).”
- “Whether I can do my job well (59.8%)”
- “Workplace relationships (57.7%)”
- More than half said they “have a good understanding (53.1%),”※
- “Information about compensation (salary, benefits, etc.) (86.7%)”
- “Information about work location (83.1%)”
- “Information about workplace relationships (47.6%)”
- “Information about in-house technology and research (60.3%)”
- ○Valid responses: 1,557 people

## 【界 雲仙】雲仙地獄の息吹に没入する2つの新空間。絶景を独占する「地獄の湯けむり展望台」と「湯けむりラウンジ」が12月1日に誕生

- Published: 2026-09-30T13:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002517.000033064.html
- anchor: #n3114562
- Companies mentioned: 星野リゾート、界 雲仙、界予約センター

星野リゾートの温泉旅館「界 雲仙」は、2026年12月1日に雲仙地獄を一望する「地獄の湯けむり展望台」と、特製プリンを提供する「湯けむりラウンジ」の新設を発表した。

Facts:
- Dec. 1, 2026
- Approximately 120°C
- 800 yen (tax included)
- Number of guest rooms: 51
- 1泊 28,000円～