株式会社ファミリーマート will launch the organic wine series “タヴェルネッロ オルガニコ” from the Italian brand “タヴェルネッロ,” the No. 1 brand by sales in the organic wine market, nationwide on October 6, 2026, as the first paper carton product in ファミマル.
Facts
Celebrated its 45th anniversary in September 2026
“Primitivo 250” 362 yen
(398 yen including tax)
“Primitivo 1000” 1,272 yen
(1,399 yen including tax)
Approximately 15,700 ファミリーマート stores nationwide that sell alcoholic beverages
A survey by 大和ハウス工業 found generational differences in disaster preparedness: people in their 20s and 30s tend to rely on equipment, while those aged 60 and over prioritize stockpiling. However, needs for water, electricity and earthquake-resistant performance are shared across all generations.
Facts
2,678 men and women aged 20–89 nationwide
Has increased approximately 1.8 times
A total of 46.2% answered, “Stay at home and check that it is safe.”
Among people in their 20s, the proportion who would evacuate to a shelter was highest, at 48.0%, while
The most common answer was “Having access to drinking water,” at 67.4%.
“Having stockpiles of food, portable toilets and other supplies” at 62.5%
“The house will not collapse or be damaged” at 62.2%
“Being able to use water during a water outage” at 60.5%
“Being able to supply electricity at home even during a power outage” came to 49.4%
Securing a 3-day supply of drinking water for a family of 4, even during a water outage
“MIMARU Osaka Namba STATION ANNEX” opens October 1 (news release)
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Daiwa House Group 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, offering spacious accommodations for 三 generations and multiple families.
[THEフィッシング] A top team takes on the challenge! High-speed jigging in the Akashi Strait / Broadcast on Saturday, October 3
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On the TV Osaka-produced program “THEフィッシング,” 清水一成 and 小中孝浩 take on high-speed jigging in the Akashi Strait. On the second day, 清水 lands a 7.3-kilogram yellowtail, while 小中 struggles with fish getting away but shares tips on how to tackle the challenge.
—A journey to beautiful, ageless skin, built through moments of heightened sensory awareness— SHISEIDO Future Solution LX POPUP event “Hanare”: From Tokyo to Osaka. And onward to the next city.
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SHISEIDO’s top-tier “Future Solution LX” series will hold its traveling POPUP event “Hanare” in Osaka’s Umeda district from October 23, 2026, before traveling to Yokohama and other locations across Japan.
Estimated gray hair dye market grows by 42.4 billion yen from the previous year to 648.5 billion yen; average monthly spending on salon coloring rises to 3,180 yen; more than half say inflation has brought “no change” to their gray hair care or countermeasures
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According to the results of the “2026 Survey on Attitudes Toward Gray Hair and Gray Hairstyles” conducted by 株式会社リクルート, the gray hair dye market reached 648.5 billion yen, up 42.4 billion yen year over year, and average spending on salon coloring also increased. Fewer than half said inflation had changed their approach to gray hair care, while only 6.8% had switched to at-home care.
SUUMO launches “Request a Viewing Reservation” feature in its rental listings
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株式会社リクルート will launch a “Request a Viewing Reservation” feature in the rental section of the SUUMO real estate information website on September 30, 2026. The feature allows people looking for a home to request their preferred dates and times in advance, while real estate companies can check availability and confirm a viewing time.
AI-human co-created apparel brand “ELMIRA（エルミラ）” debuts on October 8! Elegant designs at an affordable average price of approximately 3,000 yen
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株式会社アダストリア will launch “ELMIRA,” a new apparel brand co-created by AI and people, on October 8, 2026. Aimed at women in their 40s to 60s, the brand offers elegant designs at an average price of approximately 3,000 yen and will begin sales through its official web store, “and ST.”
When choosing a printing service, 83.9% prioritize fast delivery. “Flyers” rank among the most commonly needed printed materials in a hurry
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A survey by 株式会社NEXER and poster specialist ABポスター found that “flyers” were the most commonly cited printed materials needed in a hurry, and that 83.9% prioritize fast delivery when choosing a printing service.
Facts
70.4% said “flyers” were the printed materials they needed in a hurry
33.3% said they had experienced “needing printed materials in a hurry”
64.2% said they would like to use a printing service offering “next-day or same-day completion”
25.9% said that, when in a hurry, they had trouble because “there was no time to check the quality”
[Survey on food safety and hygiene awareness] More than half (56.2%) prioritize safety in their everyday meals; around 30% have hygiene concerns about prepared meals and dining out
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A survey conducted by 株式会社NEXER and Fuji Sangyo found that 56.2% of respondents are concerned about safety and hygiene in their everyday meals, while 32.8% have hygiene concerns about prepared meals and dining out. In addition, 69.0% said that knowing the provider has a track record and expertise in safety and hygiene increases their peace of mind.
Facts
32.8% said they had “felt concerned” about the hygiene of meals they did not prepare themselves
61.6% said they were concerned about the “hygiene of the cooking environment” for meals they did not prepare themselves
48.4% said they prioritize “thoroughly heating food” for elderly family members and young children
69.0% said that knowing the provider has a track record and expertise in safety and hygiene “increases their peace of mind”
Companies mentioned：株式会社NEXER、フジ産業株式会社、株式会社NEXER Group
Fewer than 30% express greater favorability toward eco-friendly labels, while more than half say companies should show environmental consideration “down to the details”
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A survey by 株式会社NEXER and 繁盛シール工房 found that only 19.8% of consumers consider the environmental impact of packaging and labels when purchasing products. While 27.2% said they viewed products more favorably when they were labeled as using environmentally friendly materials, only 19.8% said this increased their willingness to buy. Meanwhile, 51.8% said companies should also pay attention to packaging materials when communicating their environmental efforts.
Facts
500 men and women nationwide
80.2% said they had “never” considered the environmental impact of packaging or labels
27.2% said their favorability “increases” toward products labeled as using “environmentally friendly materials for labels or stickers”
72.6% said that specifying the use of environmentally friendly materials for labels or stickers would “make no difference” to their willingness to buy
51.8% said that if a company communicates its environmental efforts, it “should pay attention” to the materials used for packaging and labels
Companies mentioned：株式会社NEXER、繁盛シール工房、ARC株式会社、株式会社NEXER Group
Around half of recipients still use them! Survey on how people use clear files, a staple promotional giveaway
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A survey by 株式会社NEXER and 印刷屋さんドットコム found that 25.2% of respondents had received an original clear file, and 46.0% of them still use it. Event giveaways were the most common use, while low prices were a key consideration when choosing a printing company.
Celebrating the TV anime’s 3rd season! Bookstore fair offering a special clear shelf-talker for 『薬屋のひとりごと～猫猫の後宮謎解き手帳～』 to be held at participating stores
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To celebrate the TV anime’s 3rd season, a bookstore fair offering a special clear shelf-talker for 『薬屋のひとりごと～猫猫の後宮謎解き手帳～』 will begin on October 1. A free-read campaign limited to 72 hours will also be held on 小学館’s app サンデーうぇぶり。
ホテルニューオータニ (Tokyo) will hold the limited-time “Iwate Shorthorn Beef Fair” at 7 restaurants from September 26 to October 31, 2026, featuring Iwate Prefecture’s “Iwate Shorthorn Beef.”
A seminar titled “Cybersecurity Governance Required for Communications Infrastructure,” featuring Hiromi Noda, Ryo Nunome and Miyu Ouchi of PwC Consulting LLC, will be held on Tuesday, November 10, 2026!
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Shinshakai System Research Institute, Inc. will hold a seminar titled “Cybersecurity Governance Required for Communications Infrastructure,” featuring Hiromi Noda of PwC Consulting and others, on November 10, 2026.
【DMM.make 3Dプリント】Create a one-of-a-kind original figurine from your own character, your child’s drawing or a photo of yourself! New options added to “Chokonto Figure”
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DMM.make 3Dプリント, operated by 合同会社DMM.com, has added new options to “Chokonto Figure,” a service that lets users create original figurines from their own characters, children’s drawings or photos.
Facts
【Full-color figurine】Character, 10 cm: 6,980 yen (tax included)
【Full-color figurine】Character, 15 cm: 8,980 yen (tax included)
【Full-color figurine】Character, 20 cm: 16,980 yen (tax included)
【Full-color figurine】Character, 25 cm: 34,980 yen (tax included)
60% of prospective iPhone 18 buyers prioritize the “device price” [survey of 10,000 people]
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According to a survey by GMOインターネットグループ, 60% of prospective buyers of the new iPhone prioritize the “device price,” while 36.0% are open to reviewing their home internet service when replacing their smartphone.
Facts
A survey of 10,014 people nationwide
60.4% cited the “price of the device itself” as a key consideration when making a purchase
36.0% of all respondents were open to reviewing their home internet service
“iPhone 18 Pro” starts at 219,800 yen (tax included)
“iPhone 18 Pro Max” starts at 239,800 yen (tax included)
As part of Yokosuka City, Kanagawa Prefecture’s “LINE fertility support program,” free online seminars and a networking event about fertility will be held on Saturday, November 21
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株式会社ファミワン, in collaboration with Yokosuka City, Kanagawa Prefecture, will hold a free online seminar and networking event about fertility on November 21, 2026.
The renewal of the grand menu at Ofuro cafe Hareniwa no Yu has been rescheduled to November 26, 2026. Make your usual bath time even better. Many new dishes featuring Saitama’s local ingredients are coming.
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おふろcafe ハレニワの湯, operated by 株式会社温泉道場, announced that the grand menu renewal at its restaurant Hareniwa Shokudo has been postponed to November 26, 2026. The new menu will include dishes made with ingredients from Saitama Prefecture, as well as alcoholic drinks and kids’ meals.
日立 and ファナック enter strategic partnership to jointly commercialize physical AI implementation
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Hitachi, Ltd. and ファナック have entered a strategic partnership to jointly commercialize physical AI implementation. The companies will combine Hitachi’s AI technology with ファナック’s industrial robotics technology, using a 日立グループ factory as a “customer zero” for demonstrations through fiscal 2027. They plan to expand deployment afterward by leveraging both companies’ global customer bases.
Facts
From fiscal 2027
Spanning 190 countries and regions
For more than 110 years
Original2025年度(2026年3月期)売上収益は10兆5,867億円
As of the end of March 2026, it had 606 consolidated subsidiaries
The company has approximately 290,000 employees worldwide
In 1956, the first by a private-sector entity in Japan
For the fiscal year ending March 2026, sales were 857.8 billion yen
株式会社フォロミー launches “Buzz,” a UGC marketing service that makes things “trending” through a flood of posts by Gen Z, with 0 yen in production costs and fully performance-based fees
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株式会社フォロミー launched “Buzz,” a UGC marketing service using Gen Z university student creators, in August 2026. The fully performance-based service generated a cumulative total of 850 posts in about 1 month and a half. The company also referred to a case study by U.S.-based Playkit and aims to expand the service in the Japanese market.
Facts
0 yen in production costs
Available since August 2026
In about 1 month and a half since the service launched
Reached a cumulative total of 850 posts
As of the end of September 2026
Organizing about 200 creators
Generated more than 600 million organic views in 1 year
株式会社もみじAI to exhibit at the 17th Semiconductor Materials and Devices Forum at Kumamoto University, showcasing AI-powered social implementation initiatives for students
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株式会社もみじAI will exhibit at the 17th Semiconductor Materials and Devices Forum, to be held at Kumamoto University on October 17, 2026, showcasing AI-powered social implementation initiatives for students.
Ticketing system CLOUD PASS launches LINE call notifications for same-day numbered tickets
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株式会社ユニエイム has launched a new feature in its electronic ticketing system CLOUD PASS that automates notifications for same-day numbered tickets via LINE.
Switching company databases brings up to 3 months free. Sales Trigger launches a switching campaign limited to the first 20 companies
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株式会社ValorizeAI has launched a campaign for its AI sales support service, Sales Trigger, offering up to 3 months of free basic usage fees to the first 20 companies switching from another company's database.
株式会社SuiSui publishes an explainer on how its fast-pass system for restaurants works
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Marking 3 years since launching its fast-pass service for restaurants, 株式会社SuiSui has published an article on its official note explaining how the service works and how it differs from paid reservations.
Facts
3 years since the service launched
Launched in October 2023 as Japan's first (※1) fast-pass service for restaurants
Waits of around 5–20 minutes may occur
Number of participating locations: about 100 nationwide
Making furniture from wood and plastic, long considered low-value. REMARE×カリモク家具 to unveil chairs made from waste materials from 7 companies at REMARE Plastic SUMMIT 2026
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株式会社REMARE and カリモク家具 will present 7 Castor Stool Plus chairs made using waste plastic from 7 companies, and 1 Castor Chair made from recycled materials, at REMARE Plastic SUMMIT 2026.
FIRE LINK, a matching service for fire safety equipment installation and inspections, opens advance registration
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株式会社Walkers will open advance registration on September 30, 2026, for FIRE LINK, a matching service for fire safety equipment installation and inspections developed jointly with 菅原防災 and 火災予防推進委員会. Its estimate comparison feature is scheduled to launch at the end of November that year.
Facts
From Sept. 30, 2026
Scheduled to launch at the end of November 2026
Original発注者の利用料は0円
Accepts estimates from a minimum of 3 and a maximum of 5 companies
Participation in grid-scale battery storage projects in Yufu City, Oita Prefecture, and Yonezawa City, Yamagata Prefecture
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三菱UFJ信託銀行 has jointly invested with co-investors, including オリックス, and begun construction of the grid-scale battery storage facilities Yufu Storage Station and Yonezawa Storage Station in Yufu City, Oita Prefecture, and Yonezawa City, Yamagata Prefecture.
From meeting new patients to post-visit follow-up: AlleyPin to exhibit at Medical Japan Tokyo 2026
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アリピン株式会社 will exhibit at the 7th Clinic EXPO Tokyo, part of the 9th Medical Japan Tokyo, to be held at Makuhari Messe from October 7–9, 2026. Exhibiting jointly with ambii, it will showcase solutions for digitizing patient services using AI chat, multilingual support, MEO, and the PRM system 1.Talk, and offer a half-price benefit available only during the event at booth 16-1.
What does “inappropriate” mean, according to Ishida Takeshi? Exploring media and society in the age of AI. The HEADLINE editor-in-chief Ishida Ken joins as a guest. On 武田和歌子の明日へスマイル, airing Sunday, October 4
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石田健, editor-in-chief of The HEADLINE, will appear as a guest on ABCラジオ's 武田和歌子の明日へスマイル, airing October 4, to discuss the meaning of “inappropriate” and media and society in the age of AI, drawing on his new book.
[BLUE BLUE] Work blazer and two-pleat trousers made from military-inspired light German cloth
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BLUE BLUE has released a work blazer and two-pleat trousers made from its original military-inspired Light German Cloth, under the 株式会社聖林公司 brand.
Facts
￥39,600
￥33,000
12-ply yarn
Companies mentioned：株式会社 聖林公司、BLUE BLUE、SEILIN ONLINE SHOP、HOLLYWOOD RANCH MARKET、BLUE BLUE KOBE、BLUE BLUE YOKOHAMA、BLUE BLUE HAKATA、BLUE BLUE KOKURA、BLUE BLUE GIFU、BLUE BLUE NAGOYA、BLUE BLUE KYOTO、BLUE BLUE OSAKA、BLUE BLUE SENDAI、BLUE BLUE SAPPORO、聖林堂
Can you become an “AI-native entrepreneur” at 60? People aged 58–80 use AI agents to launch new businesses in 3 weeks — the answer will come on October 30 at Yokohama Demo Day
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In just 3 weeks since its September 10 launch, about 70% of participants in the first cohort of 株式会社SilverX's 60歳からの起業プログラム（Second Peak Accelerator）, a business startup support program for people around age 60 run in Kannai, Yokohama, have published business pages using AI agents (OpenAI's Codex and Anthropic's Claude Code). The 19 participants, aged 58–80, tested business hypotheses after interviewing more than 70 people of their generation. A Demo Day will be held on October 30 at mass×mass Kannai Future Center in Yokohama, where the results of customer feedback will be announced.
Facts
The participants are 19 people aged 58–80.
About 70% of participants had published a business page (as of September 30)
Conducted a total of more than 70 interviews with people of their generation, and more than half revised their business hypotheses
18 people conducted interviews with a total of 70 or more people, and 10 revised the hypotheses underpinning their businesses.
10 people revised the hypotheses underpinning their businesses.
Round 1: 4.53 → Round 2: 4.57 → Round 3: 4.79
It takes about 2 and a half hours of class time to connect and publish the application form.
Within 3 weeks of the course launch on Sept. 10
All 5 sessions from Sept. 10 to Oct. 9
There were no responses of “somewhat dissatisfied” or “dissatisfied” in any of the 3 sessions.
We asked people on the manufacturing floor! What kind of “outside help” do they really want from partners? (Survey by 住友精密工業株式会社)
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According to a survey conducted by MEMS Infinity of 住友精密工業, manufacturing sites expect external partners to optimize costs and ensure a stable supply, while prototype speed and concrete cost proposals are key selection criteria.
Building a support framework for entering Thailand and supporting local subsidiaries in cooperation with Thailand's BizWings社
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アテナ税理士法人 has partnered with Bangkok accounting firm BizWings社 to establish a framework for accounting and tax support for companies entering Thailand and their local subsidiaries.
gogh rolls out major free update v4.0.0 for Steam! New features include Focus Party, where users can focus together with a shared timer, and My Design, which lets users design avatar items.
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株式会社ambr released major free update v4.0.0 for the Steam version of its avatar focus-support app “gogh” on Sept. 30. New features include Focus Party, which lets users focus together using a shared timer, and My Design, which lets users design and share avatar items. A 33% off sale will start on Oct. 2.
“It’s about more than just providing a home”: Mizuho invests in the “No. 2 Fund for Housing Support for Single-Parent Families”
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ジェイリース株式会社 has invested in the “No. 2 Fund for Housing Support for Single-Parent Families,” established by みずほ不動産投資顧問株式会社. The fund helps single-parent households secure housing and supports their daily lives through rent guarantees and ongoing assistance after move-in.
Facts
April 2026
June 2023
Currently serving as a housing support corporation in 20 prefectures and metropolitan areas
44 prefectures, 47 locations (as of Sept. 30, 2026)
[New arrival] A fusion of nostalgic, sweet Y2K vibes and sporty street style! Bangkok-based brand BALLADS.CO makes its long-awaited debut at 60%!
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Bangkok-based fashion brand BALLADS.CO made its debut on the e-commerce store 60%（株式会社シックスティーパーセント） on Sept. 30. To celebrate the launch, the first 20 customers who spend ¥12,000 or more including tax will receive a nylon bag.
[Disaster Preparedness] Large-scale wildfire drill conducted in forested areas of Inagawa Town
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Inagawa Town conducted a large-scale wildfire drill using ICT in local forested areas on Sept. 27 and Oct. 4, Reiwa 8, in cooperation with 総務省消防庁. Approximately 60 people took part, and demonstrations using REDアプリ and drones were held.
[Held Monday, Oct. 5] Finfinity representative Nemoto to speak at the “Nikkei Messe Premium Conference” on “How the evolution of employee benefits boosts corporate value and engagement”
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株式会社Finfinity Representative Director 根本寛朗 will speak at the “Nikkei Messe Premium Conference,” to be held in Otemachi, Tokyo, on Oct. 5, 2026. The talk will cover how improving financial literacy can enhance corporate value and engagement.
ThoughtSpot hands-on seminar — A new BI experience: analyzing data in natural language
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株式会社デリバリーコンサルティング will hold hands-on seminars on ThoughtSpot at Roppongi WorkStyling on Oct. 7 and 21, 2026. Participants will experience natural-language data analysis and the generative AI assistant Spotter, helping organizations move toward data-driven management.
Medical information magazine 『頼れるドクター』 refreshes its media concept to “Peace of mind, nurtured with your doctor”; cover also getting a makeover
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株式会社ギミック has refreshed the media concept of its medical information magazine 『頼れるドクター』 to “Peace of mind, nurtured with your doctor” and redesigned its cover. The new concept will be introduced in the issue released on Sept. 30, 2026, as the magazine evolves to support trust between doctors and patients.
Facts
On sale Sept. 30, 2026
Plans to publish 40 editions nationwide
8 editions receiving the refreshed design and going on sale this time
[New release] “Stylish warmth for your home” — Far-infrared rib-knit set featuring an integrated belly warmer, launching with a limited-edition gift
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The innerwear brand tu-hacci, operated by 株式会社WaterAir, will launch a far-infrared rib-knit set featuring an integrated belly warmer on Sept. 30, 2026, with a limited-edition gift.
Terra Charge株式会社 has launched the first installment of “KokoTera!”, a campaign for its EV charging service テラチャージ. The campaign covers 6 prefectural areas: Hokkaido, Ibaraki, Niigata, Mie, Tottori and Fukuoka, and runs from Oct. 1 to 14, 2026. Those who answer all questions correctly will receive a 50% discount coupon.
Facts
8-part series
6 prefectural areas
50% discount
Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026
Companies mentioned：Terra Charge 株式会社、テラチャージ、Instagram、X、iOS、Android、App Store、Google Play
[On sale today] The first collected volumes from Hero Comics go on sale today, Wednesday, Sept. 30! 7 popular series, including “The Little Witch and the Stray Dog Knight” and “Kota’s Otherworldly Meals,” are being published as collected volumes!
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Hero Comics, the comic label of 株式会社イマジカインフォス, will release 7 works on Sept. 30 as its first collected volumes.
[リゾナーレ下関] Launch of “A Behind-the-Scenes Tour of 海響館,” an activity exclusively for guests, in collaboration with 海響館, which displays the world’s largest number of pufferfish species
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星野リゾート’s リゾナーレ下関 will begin offering “A Behind-the-Scenes Tour of 海響館,” an activity exclusively for guests, on Oct. 3, 2026, in collaboration with 海響館, which displays the world’s largest number of pufferfish species.
Facts
Starting Oct. 3, 2026
Adults: 2,500 yen
¥1,200 for elementary and junior high school students
[ルイ·ヴィトン] エスパス ルイ·ヴィトン東京 to host a program titled “InSitu2” from Saturday, Oct. 24
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エスパス ルイ·ヴィトン東京 will host a program titled “InSitu2” from Oct. 24, 2026. It will also be held simultaneously in Munich and Beijing, fostering dialogue and creativity through performances and talks. The program runs through Nov. 27, and admission is free.
Limited-time server “Einhasad” to open for 『Lineage M』, offering fast leveling with an EXP bonus of +1,000%! Pre-creation of characters and a follow-and-repost campaign also launch!
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エヌ・シー・ジャパン株式会社 announced that it will open the limited-time “Einhasad” server for 『Lineage M』 on Oct. 14, 2026. Features include an EXP bonus of +1,000% and a dedicated inter-server, while pre-creation of characters and a follow-and-repost campaign have also begun.
Facts
EXP bonus of +1,000%
100 “Dragon Pearls”
100 “Scrolls of Combat Enhancement (Bound)”
10 “Dragon Holy Waters”
Characters level 70 or above
Companies mentioned：エヌ・シー・ジャパン株式会社、エヌシージャパン、NC Corporation、NC Japan K.K.
木爾チレン’s latest work to get a manga adaptation even before its release! The signed-book campaign with books personalized to recipients sold out immediately, even after more slots were added, and more than 200 booksellers nationwide have shared enthusiastic reviews, including “incredibly entertaining” and “undoubtedly a masterpiece”!
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小学館 will publish 木爾チレン’s latest work, “The Heaven Only That Girl Can Go To,” on Oct. 7, 2026, and a manga adaptation has been decided even before its release. It has drawn a strong response through proofs distributed to booksellers and a campaign for signed books personalized to recipients.
For investors with capital but no desire to handle operations: launch of “Marugoto Rakuraku FC Business Division,” with experts who know the inner workings of FC headquarters fully managing operations
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株式会社FCユニオン has launched “Marugoto Rakuraku FC Business Division,” a new service that fully handles everything from property selection to store operations for affluent individuals and individual investors who have capital but lack the personnel to manage day-to-day work.
Facts
Personally operates 16 stores
More than 100 FC headquarters
Among approximately 90 stores nationwide
The actual training period is just 2 days
Even externally recruited employees leave within 3 months
C Channel × デジラボビューティー partner to support PR for beauty salons. Expanding the rollout of the store-focused solution “Lemon Beauty”
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C Channel株式会社 has partnered with 一般社団法人デジラボビューティー to jointly promote awareness and support the adoption of “Lemon Beauty,” an influencer marketing solution for beauty salons. As the first initiative, a special seminar will be held at “Beautyworld Japan Osaka 2026” on Oct. 20, 2026.
TOPPAN opens an FC-BGA substrate production plant in Singapore
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TOPPAN株式会社, a group company of TOPPANホールディングス, has opened an FC-BGA substrate production plant at ADVANCED SUBSTRATE TECHNOLOGIES PTE. LTD. (AST) in Singapore. An opening ceremony was held on Sept. 29, 2026, and production is scheduled to begin in 2026. With support from Broadcom Inc., the plant specializes in manufacturing large, high-layer-count substrates to meet demand for generative AI.
Facts
Sept. 29, 2026
Approximately 70,000 m²
More than 200 people
Approximately 200 people
During 2026
Fiscal 2027
More than 2.5 times
FY2022
Total: approximately 95,000 m²
First-phase operational area: approximately 70,000 m²
Dec. 2026
315 people
End of Sept. 2026
Companies mentioned：TOPPANホールディングス、TOPPAN、ADVANCED SUBSTRATE TECHNOLOGIES PTE. LTD.、AST、Broadcom Inc.
KAZUTA, from Okinawa and leader of “n.SSign,” takes 1st place in the VOCAL & EXPRESSION category!
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KAZUTA, leader of the Okinawa-born K-pop group “n.SSign,” took 1st place in the VOCAL & EXPRESSION category of the “IDOL CHAMPIONSHIP 2026 ~Summer~ Japan Championship,” organized by fan-voting app “IDOL CHAMP.” The group is scheduled to release a mini-album on Sept. 30.
アストンマーティン Vantage back on the podium at the Fuji 6 Hours
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OriginalアストンマーティンVantageは、富士6時間耐久レースでThe Heart of Racingが2位に入りWEC通算17度目の表彰台を獲得。また、ブリティッシュGT選手権ではVantage GT4がターナーとホーキンスにより全タイトルを制覇した。
Facts
2nd-place finish
The 5th time this season
17 podium finishes overall
62 points in total
4th in the LMGT3 drivers' standings
52 points are available
14 points behind the leader
18 kg of success ballast
16th on the grid
Moved up to 3rd
Dropped to 8th
1 hour remaining
With less than 30 minutes to go
20 minutes remaining
Moved up 2 places
Moved up to 8th
Across 5 generations
7 wins
Won 2 classes at the same time
Only 4 times
Has managed just 1 win
2 races remaining
4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine
Held at Brands Hatch on September 27
All 4 titles
3 times at Le Mans
4th class title
Finished with 143.5 points
2 overall GT4 victories
The 3rd female driver
2024 debut season
2 titles
Founded in 1913
More than 50 countries
Founded in 1899
Together with アストンマーティン in 1947
In 2020
Companies mentioned：Aston Martin Japan合同会社、The Heart of Racing、アストンマーティン、FIA世界耐久選手権、WEC、ブリティッシュGT選手権、Grange Racing with FSR、MK Racing、Forsetti Motorsport、アストンマーティン・アラムコ・フォーミュラ1チーム、Aston Martin Lagonda Global Holdings plc
“CodeSense,” a Japanese AI agent that modernizes spaghetti code
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株式会社ナレッジセンス announced plans to release “CodeSense,” a Japanese AI agent that helps modernize complex spaghetti code and interpret, modify and implement VBA, within a few weeks. It has also begun recruiting users for the beta version. Building on the track record of “ChatSense,” a business-oriented ChatGPT service used by more than 500 companies, including companies listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market, the agent addresses the needs of businesses seeking to use coding agents while protecting internal code and technical information.
Facts
Adopted by more than 500 companies, including major firms listed on the TSE Prime Market
The Japanese AI agent “CodeSense” is scheduled for release within a few weeks
Founded: April 10, 2019
“ChatGPT” is a type of large language model released by U.S. company OpenAI in the fall of 2022.
Head office: 2nd floor, Sumitomo Fudosan Roppongi-dori Building, 7-18-18 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo
The popular one-on-one studio “ピラティス・トトヤセ 金山店,” combining bodywork and machine Pilates, is set to WEW OPEN on October 1, 2026, 4 minutes from Kanayama Station in Naka Ward, Nagoya.
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The Pilates studio “ピラティス・トトヤセ 金山店,” operated by 株式会社トトヤセ, opened on October 1, 2026, and is running promotions for the first 10 customers, including free trial sessions and a waived enrollment fee.
The next-generation touch-controlled docking station “SmartView Dock” adds a 29,980-yen reward on CAMPFIRE! Use a 1,500-yen-off coupon to get it for 28,480 yen
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株式会社RT announced an additional reward for its next-generation docking station “SmartView Dock” on CAMPFIRE. It can be purchased for 28,480 yen using a 1,500-yen-off coupon.
“Kurimanju” and “Shisa” from “Chiikawa,” a fun, bittersweet and slightly tough everyday story, are joining the Nendoroid lineup!
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株式会社グッドスマイルカンパニー has turned “Kurimanju” and “Shisa” from “Chiikawa” into Nendoroid figures manufactured by マックスファクトリー. Reservations opened on September 28, 2026. The figures are scheduled for release in May 2027 and cost 5,800 yen each, including tax.
The industry tasting event “Tre Bicchieri Tasting 2026,” hosted by ガンベロロッソ, will be held at ザ・リッツ・カールトン東京. It will feature tastings of top-rated wines and restaurant awards. Advance registration is required.
A 3D recreation of a sheep by a sixth-generation artisan, with no mold or documentation and only 1 surviving figure: 2 Year of the Sheep designs for 2027 from 佐土原人形店ますや, founded in the Edo period, with reservations opening October 1
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佐土原人形店ますや, founded in the Edo period, will begin taking reservations on October 1 for a 3D-recreated sheep for the 2027 Year of the Sheep and a new “lamb” design. It is also renovating a former school building to create a new workshop and store.
Facts
Made 12 years ago by 6th-generation artisan Kanji Sakamoto
Reservations open October 1
Former Sadohara Jinjo Higher Elementary School (built in Meiji 28)
A small figure about 6 cm tall
Built in 1895 (Meiji 28)
The store section is scheduled for completion in late November 2026
Reservations for the 2027 Year of the Sheep open on October 1
Warmth as hospitality to attract winter customers. Development and launch of OASIS [Fireplace], an add-on heating unit for golf carts
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株式会社三笠製作所 has begun developing and selling “OASIS [Danro],” a heating unit that can be retrofitted to golf carts. It can be installed on existing carts and used on its own or together with an air conditioner or seat heater, with the aim of improving comfort in winter and helping attract customers.
Entries opened on September 30, 2026, for the 11th Comic Earth Star Manga Awards, hosted by the web comic magazine Comic Earth Star, operated by 株式会社アース・スター エンターテイメント. The grand prize in each category includes prize money of 2 million yen or 1 million yen and a guaranteed serialization.
Notice of capital and business alliance with 森山工業株式会社 and establishment of a new management structure
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Rinovia, an investment vehicle operated by リノビアパートナーズ合同会社, has entered into a capital and business alliance with 森山工業株式会社, which specializes in water supply, drainage and sanitary equipment construction, and acquired shares in the company. The move addresses the challenge of a lack of successors, with the aim of ensuring business succession and growth under a new management structure.
株式会社ドリームフィールズ will hold a Christmas fair for its diamond jewelry brand BRILLIANCE+ starting October 2, 2026, offering limited-quantity gift boxes and coupon benefits.
[Renewal] The time spent “drying” is time for “repair.” “Olive Repair Mousse” harnesses the heat of a hair dryer to restore hair to its natural condition
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日本オリーブ株式会社 will relaunch “Olive Repair Mousse,” which uses the heat of a hair dryer to repair hair, on October 1, 2026.
Facts
Hair dryers in the high-end price range of 30,000 yen or more
A survey found that more than 40%
About 30 years ago
Relaunching on October 1, 2026
Size: 150g
Price: 1,600 yen + tax
10％
Since 1949
In 1942, founder Waichiro Hattori
Currently, across about 10 hectares
At a scale of about 2,000 trees
In 1992, Spain, the world’s largest olive-producing country
[Latest release] Comedians Chance Ojo, Machiura Pink, and Lucifer Yoshoka created the concept for the short horror series “ZOTTO BOX,” launching on SAMANSA on Wednesday, September 30
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株式会社SAMANSA announced that the short horror series “ZOTTO BOX,” conceived by comedians Chance Ojo, Machiura Pink, and Lucifer Yoshoka, will begin streaming on September 30.
Disaster location-sharing app “Cocodayo” surpasses 2 million cumulative downloads
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株式会社ゼネテック announced that cumulative downloads of its independently developed disaster location-sharing app “Cocodayo” surpassed 2 million in September 2026. The company is expanding the service with safety confirmation features available under communications restrictions, support for direct satellite communications with 3 mobile carriers, and the release of its new “Cocodayo Life” app.
<On sale October 1> “Maple Millefeuille,” coated in powdered sugar and caramelized for a crisp texture, launches from HELLO MAPLI (ハローメイプリ)!
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HELLO MAPLI, a maple confectionery specialty shop operated by 株式会社九十九島グループ, will launch “Maple Millefeuille” for a limited time at its ジェイアール名古屋タカシマヤ location.
<On sale October 1> Roasted hazelnuts meet caramelized almonds. “Bouchee Gianduja” launches from COCORIS!
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株式会社シュクレイ will launch “Bouchee Gianduja,” a limited-time confection made with roasted hazelnuts and caramelized almonds, from the COCORIS brand on October 1, 2026.
Facts
Starting Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
4 pieces: 1,650 yen (tax included)
Ranked No. 1 in various sales rankings at Tokyo Station’s Gransta for seven consecutive years
From health management to support for well-being management: Growbase launches service site for new plan “Growbase Mentally”
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ウェルネス・コミュニケーションズ株式会社 began offering “Growbase Mentally,” a new plan for its “Growbase” health management cloud service, on September 1, 2026, and launched a dedicated website.
Facts
Adopted by 270 corporate groups
84.7% conduct stress checks
The number of people taking the checks is estimated at approximately 1,300万人
[Toward a sustainable local community] Chugin Sustainability-Linked Loan executed (株式会社ナサダ)
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中国銀行 executed a “Chugin Sustainability-Linked Loan” for 株式会社ナサダ on September 30, 2026. ナサダ has set a CO2 emissions reduction target, with an interest rate reduction available if it is achieved.
More than ¥3 million raised! Next target: ¥5 million | Next-generation 3-in-1 wireless earbuds “JS-12 PRO,” combining earbuds, a camera and AI, now live on CAMPFIRE and receiving strong support; new ¥1,000-off coupon now available!
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株式会社RT is crowdfunding “JS-12 PRO” on CAMPFIRE. With more than ¥3 million raised, it is distributing a new ¥1,000-off coupon as it works toward its next target of ¥5 million.
“Nekopara Sekai Connect” merchandise arrives at the Good Smile Company official shop! New ★5 cat Fig (CV: Yū Kobayashi) arrives, with a Halloween event planned!
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株式会社グッドスマイルカンパニー has begun selling merchandise related to the smartphone/PC game “Nekopara Sekai Connect” and accepting orders for a B2 tapestry. It also announced update information, including the arrival of new character Fig and a Halloween event.
Facts
The Nendoroid series of stylized figures, with over 3,000 types released
[Community contribution activities] Subscription to the SDGs private placement bond “Regional Support Type” (株式会社コマップス)
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中国銀行 subscribed to 株式会社コマップス’s SDGs private placement bond “Regional Support Type” and served as its fiscal agent on June 30, making a donation to 広島市立広島工業高等学校 using part of the fees.
Facts
Sales: ¥565 million (fiscal year ended December 2025)
株式会社楽天野球団 is seeking uniform designs for the 2027 “myfavE DAY” season and will also hold a fan vote to select the player featured in the main visual. The theme is “Elegant.”
[Held in October] Optimize the cost of stress checks for business partners and clients! Online briefing for health screening center operators and labor and social security attorneys: “Practical Guide to Preparing for Mandatory Stress Checks at Workplaces with Fewer Than 50 Employees”
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Information Infrastructure Development will hold an online briefing in October for health screening center operators and labor and social security attorneys on mandatory stress checks at workplaces with fewer than 50 employees.
The results of the 10th Comic Earth Star Manga Awards, hosted by the web comic magazine “コミック アース・スター,” operated by 株式会社アース・スター エンターテイメント, were announced on September 30. Multiple works won awards in the original and storyboard categories, and submissions for the 11th awards also opened.
リーガロイヤルホテル大阪 has begun offering the “Anytime Stay Plan,” which allows guests to use their room for up to 38 hours, with check-in available on Sundays or Mondays only. Reservations are available through the end of December 2026.
[Lawson United Cinemas’ 30th anniversary] Theater staff uniforms get a makeover!
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株式会社ローソン・ユナイテッドシネマ will renew the uniforms for part-time staff at theaters nationwide in celebration of United Cinemas Otsu’s 30th anniversary on November 2, 2026. Staff will begin wearing new uniforms in dark navy, designed for functionality and environmental sustainability using recycled materials.
ZOZO reschedules its sponsored 千葉ロッテマリーンズ game to Tuesday, October 6
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株式会社ZOZO announced that the 千葉ロッテマリーンズ game it sponsors, which was canceled due to a typhoon, will be rescheduled for October 6. The order period for charity bracelets and the campaign period linked to the game will also be changed.
RIZIN CEO Nobuyuki Sakakibara explores Usami Sho Patrick’s hometown of Osaka! A gym, a sauna… and a visit to Usami Sho Patrick’s incredibly luxurious family home. Childhood friends and mentors share stories of his extraordinary talent and reveal his lesser-known side.
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ABEMA announced that it will broadcast every bout of the combat sports event “RIZIN LANDMARK 16,” to be held on October 3, 2026, live on ABEMA PPV. In connection with the event, “Bara Walk,” a program featuring RIZIN CEO Nobuyuki Sakakibara exploring the hometown of fighter Mas Patrick Usami in Osaka, was released. Ticket prices and campaign information were also announced.
33% of applications to small and midsize companies disappeared in the “form”
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A survey by HRShaker, operated by 株式会社Shake, found from real-world data that approximately 33% (3,522 applications) for jobs at small and midsize companies were lost when applicants abandoned forms, representing an estimated loss of approximately ¥7.94 million.
Facts
Real-world operational data from 107 client companies
3,522 lost applications
Approximately ¥7.94 million
10,525 application starts
7,003 completed applications
After displaying the job listing approximately 870 times