Original「栗原さんちのおすそわけ」シリーズから「栗原さんちのおすそわけ 元気になれそうバナナキャラメルプリン」
Original雪印メグミルクは、栗原はるみさんと共同開発のデザートシリーズ「栗原さんちのおすそわけ」より、新商品「元気になれそうバナナキャラメルプリン」を2026年10月6日より全国発売する。
Facts
- 85ｇ
- October 6, 2026
- 20th anniversary
- ¥180
- 70 days
Companies mentioned：雪印メグミルク株式会社
2026-09-30 12:00–15:00 JST
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Compare video production fees and market rates, and search 700 video examples: video production company ZIKU launches free database ZIKU BANK
Video production company ZIKU（株式会社ジク） has launched ZIKU BANK, a free database featuring MARKET INDEX, a video production fee comparison tool, and CREATIVE RADAR, which lets users search 700 video examples.
Facts
- 700 video examples
- 339 domestic examples
- 361 international examples
- Consists of 2 parts
- Searchable by 10 use cases
- Organized into 8 types
- Save 3 or more items
Companies mentioned：ZIKU、株式会社ジク、ZIKU Inc.
Design, construction, sales and management handled within the group: launching MILENOA, a new luxury villa brand in Karuizawa
株式会社クリエイトホールディングス has launched MILENOA, a new villa brand in the Karuizawa area that handles luxury villa sales, construction and management within the group, and has published the brand website. The company has delivered 32 villas since 2016 and currently has 4 villas for sale.
Facts
- A total of 32 villas
- Since 2016
- For over 30 years
- Completed in May 2026
- Currently 4 villas for sale
Companies mentioned：株式会社クリエイトホールディングス、株式会社クリエイト軽井沢不動産、株式会社クリエイト軽井沢建設、株式会社クリエイト軽井沢管理、株式会社ボルテックス
Sushi kaiseki restaurant Okuno to open at the Tokyo National Museum’s Horyuji Treasures Gallery, creating a new food culture
オークス株式会社 will open 鮨会席 おく乃 on the 1st floor of the Tokyo National Museum’s Horyuji Treasures Gallery on September 30, 2026.
Facts
- 25,000 yen (tax and service included)
- 3,800 yen (tax and service included)
- 300 Horyuji Treasures
- Counter seating: 8 seats
Companies mentioned：オークス株式会社、株式会社hdL
Tokushima-based 金剛, a long-established company with a history of over 75 years, to support AI adoption by local businesses; forms business partnership with VALANCE, drawing on its own experience to help customers
VALANCE株式会社 has formed a business partnership with 株式会社金剛, an office automation trading company with a history of over 75 years in Tokushima Prefecture, to jointly support AI adoption by small and medium-sized businesses in the prefecture.
Facts
- More than 2,000 companies
- 1950
Companies mentioned：VALANCE株式会社、株式会社金剛
Research findings: Applying autophagy research to health food development. 東洋発酵 confirms in cell tests that 3 proprietary ingredients promote the autophagy process
株式会社東洋発酵 announced that cell tests confirmed that its 3 proprietary ingredients (ROSE CRYSTA®-70, UNIFINE® and SOLWEED®) promote and activate the autophagy process.
Facts
- 3 proprietary functional food ingredients
- Contains at least 25% fucoidan
Companies mentioned：株式会社東洋発酵、東洋発酵
Bring a purikura experience to weddings: LuluPri rolls out wedding plans
Original photo experience service LuluPri offers purikura photo plans for wedding venues and wedding production companies, featuring exclusive frames personalized with the names and themes of the bride and groom.
Facts
- From 50,000 yen (excluding tax) per day
- 200 yen (excluding tax) per photo
- 5,000 yen (excluding tax)
- From 20,000 yen (excluding tax)
Companies mentioned：株式会社コンサーンリバー、LuluPri
To be held October 24 and 25, 2026: Expanding community-wide cooperation, hands-on event 志賀「こども大使」の大視察2026 supported by SAWAMURA to discover Shiga’s appeal from children’s perspectives
Details of the hands-on event 志賀「こども大使」の大視察2026, taking place in the Kohsei area of 滋賀県 on October 24 and 25, 2026. The program lets children discover and share what makes the region special, with activities including a fishing experience on Lake Biwa, a market and a university-partnered learning program.
Facts
- October 24 (Saturday) and 25 (Sunday), 2026
- 10:00–16:00 (both days)
- Ages 3 through junior high school students
- Participation is free
Companies mentioned：株式会社dive in LIFE、青と緑のまち実行委員会、湖西線利便性向上プロジェクト推進協議会、滋賀県、大津市、高島市、長浜市、green green マルシェ、株式会社澤村、株式会社滋賀トヨタ、西日本旅客鉄道株式会社、びわこ成蹊スポーツ大学、預かり自然体験dive、ハックルベリー
To exhibit at CEATEC 2026, one of Asia’s largest comprehensive digital innovation exhibitions: lotsful, October 13 (Tuesday)–16 (Friday), 2026
Original株式会社lotsfulは、2026年10月13日から16日まで幕張メッセで開催される「CEATEC 2026」に出展し、ソニー株式会社との事例セッションやピッチステージ登壇を実施する。
Facts
- Over 2,800 companies using the service
- Supporting more than 50,000 projects
- 0 yen initial cost
- As little as 5 days
- Delivered in a condensed 15-minute format
Companies mentioned：株式会社lotsful、ソニー株式会社、アカツキグループ、一般社団法人電子情報技術産業協会、一般社団法人情報通信ネットワーク産業協会、一般社団法人ソフトウェア協会
ファルス株式会社 establishes the 大和未来投資ファンド1号 to connect the future of Japan and the world
ファルス株式会社 established 大和未来投資ファンド1号 in September to invest in seed- and early-stage companies in Japan and overseas. The fund targets Japan, Asia, Africa, North America and Latin America, with a focus on 4 sectors: finance, food, healthcare and digital social infrastructure.
Facts
- Experience managing a cumulative total of 10 loan funds
- Debt track record exceeding 1.5 billion yen
- Cumulative total of 10 loan funds worth over 1 billion yen
- Capital: 619 million yen
Companies mentioned：ファルス株式会社、ファルス
B.LEAGUE × experiential childcare: Parents focus on the game while children enjoy hands-on activities. エムバディジャパン to provide experiential childcare at 有明アリーナ for the B.LEAGUE ONE home opener on 10/3 and 4
株式会社エムバディジャパン will provide an “experiential childcare” service at the B.LEAGUE game between 東京ユナイテッドバスケットボールクラブ and アースフレンズ東京Z, to be held at Ariake Arena on October 3 and 4, 2026.
Facts
- October 3 (Saturday) and 4 (Sunday), 2026
- Original1時間500円
- For children aged 0 years and 1 month to 12 years
Companies mentioned：株式会社エムバディジャパン、株式会社東京ユナイテッドバスケットボールクラブ、りそなグループ、B.LEAGUE、東京ユナイテッドバスケットボールクラブ、TUBC、アースフレンズ東京Z
Apparel brand Déci Couture to hold its first Nagoya POPUP STORE at ジェイアール名古屋タカシマヤ
Apparel brand Déci Couture will hold its first Nagoya POPUP STORE at ジェイアール名古屋タカシマヤ starting October 7. The event will showcase the 2026AW Collection “The Showcase,” and customers who spend at least 39,000 yen including tax will receive an exclusive gift.
Facts
- Wednesday, October 7
- Oct. 13 (Tue.)
- 39,000 yen including tax
- Exceeded 400,000 people
Companies mentioned：フレックスコマース株式会社、Déci Couture、ジェイアール名古屋タカシマヤ、GYF TOKYO、Privève、PUFF Designs、E-girls、fiolily、ohanarr
Notice of construction of the LNJ Obihiro Center (provisional name) (札幌通運)
株式会社ロジネットジャパン is building the “LNJ Obihiro Center (provisional name)” in Obihiro, Hokkaido, and held a groundbreaking ceremony on September 29. Completion is scheduled for January 2028, with operations to be handled by its consolidated subsidiary, 札幌通運.
Facts
- Site area: 14,877.07㎡
- Total floor area: 3,045.50㎡
- Construction start: September 1, 2026
- Completion and start of operations: January 2028 (予定)
- The cargo handling area will be expanded to approximately 2 times its current size
Companies mentioned：株式会社ロジネットジャパン、札幌通運株式会社、ロジネットジャパングループ
【アラビア】Brighten autumn living, from the dining table to interiors. New items from the “24h Tuokio” and “Kirnu” collections
Fiskars Japan will launch several tableware and interior products from the “24h Tuokio” and “Kirnu” collections by Finnish lifestyle brand アラビア on October 14, 2026, as new items to brighten autumn living.
Facts
- Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026
- Marking its 30th anniversary
- Mug 0.4L
- Bowl 9cm
- Bowl 0.3L
- Price before tax: 4,300 yen
- Price before tax: 3,000 yen
- Price before tax: 3,700 yen
- Price before tax: 6,400 yen
- Price before tax: 8,500 yen
- Price before tax: 7,600 yen
- Since its founding in 1873
- For more than 150 years
- Established in 1649
- Boasts a history of more than 370 years
- Established in 2017
Companies mentioned：フィスカース ジャパン 株式会社、アラビア、イッタラ、ロイヤル コペンハーゲン、ジョージ ジェンセン、ムーミン アラビア、ウェッジウッド、フィスカースグループ、イッタラ直営ストア、イッタラ｜アラビア大丸東京店
KASASAGI to exhibit at “Design of Sansuikyo 6 - Crafting Futures,” an exhibition at GOOD DESIGN Marunouchi
株式会社KASASAGI exhibited at “Design of Sansuikyo 6 - Crafting Futures,” an exhibition organized by 公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会, and its Representative Director and President, 塚原龍雲, spoke at the opening talk.
Facts
- From Monday, September 16, 2026
- Through Sunday, Oct. 11
Companies mentioned：株式会社KASASAGI、公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会、株式会社日本総合研究所、tamaki niime、NONVERBAL, Inc.
Otemachi corporate pickleball tournament “Pickle Parks Cup 2026” to be held on October 19 and 21, 2026, at the Tokyo Sankei Building Flat, directly connected to Otemachi Station
株式会社Rond, 株式会社サンケイビル, and 一般社団法人大丸有環境共生型まちづくり推進協会 will jointly hold the Otemachi corporate pickleball tournament “Pickle Parks Cup 2026” at the Tokyo Sankei Building on October 19 and 21, 2026. Up to 24 companies will participate, with the aim of promoting health-focused management and corporate networking.
Facts
- Up to 24 companies
- Original1チーム 20,000円（税込）
- Up to 16 companies
Companies mentioned：株式会社Rond、株式会社サンケイビル、一般社団法人大丸有環境共生型まちづくり推進協会、エコッツェリア協会、メトロポリターナ、産経新聞社
4 companies selected to advance to the improved-model development phase of domestic general-purpose robot development competition
一般社団法人AIロボット協会 conducted prototype evaluations for the “Domestic General-Purpose Robot Development Competition,” commissioned by 経済産業省 and NEDO, and selected 株式会社Enactic, THK株式会社, 株式会社不二越, and ugo株式会社 as the 4 companies advancing to the improved-model development phase.
Facts
- 7 selected companies
- Over approximately 6 months
- Selected 4 companies
- Scheduled to continue through March 2027
- Mass-production model deliveries from July 2027 onward
- 不二越 began its robotics business in 1968
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人AIロボット協会、AIRoA、経済産業省、国立研究開発法人新エネルギー・産業技術総合開発機構、NEDO、株式会社Enactic、THK株式会社、株式会社不二越、ugo株式会社、早稲田大学、京都大学、東京大学
“Dry skin is more susceptible to UV damage!” Protect against UV rays with Biore in autumn and winter, too
花王 is stepping up promotion of its sunscreen “Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Hold Cream” (commonly known as 水肌記憶UV), highlighting how dry skin is more susceptible to UV damage in autumn and winter and recommending year-round UV protection.
Facts
- Approximately 90% of women (1)
- Less than 70% of women (2)
- 92% of respondents are concerned about dry or rough skin
- Winner of 17 Best Cosmetics awards (4)
- SPF50・PA+++
- 2 trillion Aqua Capsules (5)
- Per recommended amount for one facial application (0.4g)
Companies mentioned：花王、国立環境研究所、花王 MyKao
lululemon to open a new store at 玉川髙島屋S.C. on Thursday, October 22
lululemon will open a new store, “ルルレモン玉川髙島屋S.C. ストア,” on the 3rd floor of the South Building at 玉川髙島屋S.C. on October 22, 2026. The store has an area of 222.146㎡. Yuichi Yarita will serve as its ambassador, and the store will host community events.
Facts
- Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026
- Purchases of ¥30,000 or more, including tax
- 222.146 ㎡
- 13 vendors
Companies mentioned：lululemon、ルルレモン、lululemon athletica JP合同会社、玉川髙島屋S.C.、BORN TO YOG
Revamped BPaaS webinar operations support service. Introducing “BPaaS Lite,” a new trial plan at 150,000 yen per month, and a “guaranteed cost per lead” option
株式会社エックスラボ has revised its “Comprehensive Webinar Operations Service,” a BPaaS webinar operations support service, extending support under the standard plan to 6 months and introducing a “guaranteed cost per lead.” It has also introduced “BPaaS Lite,” a low-risk, 1-month trial plan priced at 150,000 yen per month.
Facts
- ¥300,000 per month (before tax)
- Support period: 6 months
- Support period: 1 month
- 5% sales incentive
- Workload: 1/5 or less
Companies mentioned：株式会社エックスラボ、WebinarBase、SeminarBase
【Independent analysis】Survey of selection methods for 2027 medical school entrance exams
An analysis of selection methods for 2027 medical school entrance exams found that general admissions account for approximately 80% of places and are the main route, while a range of other options also exist, including school-recommendation and comprehensive-selection admissions, as well as regional quotas. The analysis notes the importance of understanding differences in application requirements and assessment methods.
Facts
- Medical departments at 81 universities nationwide
- Original一般選抜の募集人員は、1大学あたりで平均約88名
- Account for approximately 80% of all places in medical departments
- Original学校推薦型選抜の募集人員は1大学あたり平均約16名
- Expected to account for approximately 15% of the total
- Original総合型選抜の募集人員1大学あたりでは平均約6名
- An estimated approximately 6% of the total
- Original兵庫医科大学でも学校推薦型選抜を約23名募集しており
- Original地域枠を実施する大学では、1大学あたり平均約27名の募集となります
- Approximately 72 universities have regional quota programs
- Admissions methods using the Common Test [81 cases]
Companies mentioned：医学部受験予備校 医進の会、河合塾、文部科学省、北海道大学、東北大学、筑波大学、千葉大学、東京科学大学、京都大学、大阪大学、神戸大学、名古屋大学、九州大学、札幌医科大学、福島県立医科大学、横浜市立大学、名古屋市立大学、京都府立医科大学、大阪公立大学、奈良県立医科大学、和歌山県立医科大学、順天堂大学、日本大学、兵庫医科大学、大阪医科薬科大学、関西医科大学、近畿大学、藤田医科大学、愛知医科大学、慶應義塾大学、東京慈恵会医科大学、国際医療福祉大学、帝京大学
From futureshop to Shopify: Launch of a fixed-price “migration plan” | Self Plus
Original株式会社セルフプラスは、futureshopからShopifyへの移行を確定単価で行う「乗り換えプラン」の提供を開始した。基本料金は50万円（税別）、ページ移行費は1ページ1万円（税別）で、既存サイトのデザイン再現を含む。
Facts
- The base fee is 500,000 yen (excluding tax)
- Originalページ移行費は1ページ10,000円（税別）
- September 10, 2026
Companies mentioned：株式会社セルフプラス、futureshop、Shopify
Bathhouse media outlet “OSENTO” to hold its first POP UP at Shinjuku Lumine EST!
株式会社EmpaC will hold the first POP UP by bathhouse media outlet “OSENTO” at Shinjuku Lumine EST from October 1 to 15, 2026. The event aims to raise awareness of bathhouses through the sale of original merchandise.
Facts
- Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- Thursday, Oct. 15
- Shinjuku Lumine EST, 1F
Companies mentioned：株式会社EmpaC、MESプロモーション株式会社
Originalサントリーグループ約2万人規模の社内イベントの受付を『イーベ！®』導入で効率化｜郵送コストと工数を大幅削減
Original株式会社フラッグシステムは、サントリーグループの全国8会場・約2万人規模のソフトバレーボール大会において、イベント管理システム「イーベ！®」を導入し、事前郵送を廃止してQRコード受付へ移行したことで、郵送コストと準備工数を大幅に削減した事例を公開した。
Facts
- About 20,000 people
- 8 venues nationwide
Companies mentioned：株式会社フラッグシステム、サントリーグループ、株式会社デンソーウェーブ
リョーサン菱洋 accelerates human capital management to realize its management vision
To strengthen human capital management following its business integration, the リョーサン菱洋 Group has introduced a goal analysis tool combining HR expertise from クレイア・コンサルティング with generative AI. It is analyzing the individual goals of approximately 1,100 people to improve organizational execution capabilities.
Facts
- Business integration in April 2024
- Approximately 1,100 employees
- 15 perspectives
- On April 1, 2026
- Capital: 15,000 million yen
- Capital: 17,690 million yen
Companies mentioned：リョーサン菱洋ホールディングス株式会社、リョーサン菱洋株式会社、クレイア・コンサルティング株式会社、アーサー・アンダーセン
Ad research and AI tool “アド.com” begins providing ChatGPT ad data! Search to see what conversations lead to ads from which companies
株式会社アドドットコム has begun providing data on OpenAI’s “ChatGPT ads” through its ad research and AI tool “アド.com.” Users can view ChatGPT ads from various companies and check the questions (prompts) that led to the ads being displayed, helping them understand competitors’ advertising strategies.
Facts
- Combining more than 3.5 billion ad data points with the latest AI technology
- Coverage of 11 media outlets
- Approximately 3.5 billion ad data points stored.
- In June 2026, OpenAI began offering “ChatGPT ads” in Japan
- Date established: June 1, 2023
Companies mentioned：株式会社アドドットコム、OpenAI、Google、Yahoo!、LINE、TikTok、Pangle、Instagram、Facebook、SmartNews、YouTube、X(Twitter)
EVOLVE to exhibit at Osaka Kангyo Exhibition 2026
株式会社エボルブ will exhibit at “Osaka Kangyo Exhibition 2026,” to be held at MyDome Osaka on October 14–15, 2026. It will demonstrate “PRizmo,” a digital employee on the web, and run a campaign offering free creation of original AI avatars.
Facts
- Oct. 14, 2026
- 15th
- More than 450 titles
Companies mentioned：株式会社エボルブ、EVOLVE、大阪商工会議所、堺商工会議所、大阪府商工会連合会
[New product] Own the snowy roads this winter! MUDSTAR launches “WANPAKU W/T,” a white-letter studless tire made for serious fun!
株式会社EXIZZLE-LINE announced that it will begin taking advance reservations on September 30, 2026, for “WANPAKU W/T,” a studless tire featuring white lettering from custom tire brand “MUDSTAR.”
Facts
- Sept. 30, 2026
- More than 10 years
- 2004
Companies mentioned：株式会社EXIZZLE-LINE、MUDSTAR、NANKANG社、tireshop4U
G&ECO’s new disaster preparedness brand “TELUMA” launches its first product, “TELUMA Battery,” for presale on Makuake starting 9/30!
株式会社G&ECO will begin preselling “TELUMA Battery,” the first product from its new disaster preparedness brand “TELUMA,” on Makuake on September 30, 2026.
Facts
- 90Wh capacity
- Compact body weighing approximately 1kg
- Suggested price: ¥29,800 (excluding tax)
- More than 3,800 units delivered
- Donated 14 “ELSONA” generators
Companies mentioned：株式会社G&ECO、Makuake
“Miiruka × NANKAI Collaboration Stamp Rally” to be held
株式会社ソニー・クリエイティブプロダクツ will hold the “Miiruka × NANKAI Collaboration Stamp Rally,” a collaboration with creator Miiruka and 株式会社ＮＡＮＫＡＩ, from October 10 to November 15, 2026. The event will feature a digital stamp rally along the Nankai Line, a limited-time pop-up shop called “超☆みいるかマート” at 髙島屋大阪店, and an autograph session.
Facts
- Has more than 1.5 million followers across social media
- From Oct. 10, 2026 (Saturday)
- Through Sun., Nov. 15
- <Regular spots> 5 locations
- <Limited-time spots> 2 locations
- 100 winners selected by lottery
- ¥2,000 worth of dining vouchers
- For customers who spend ¥3,300 or more, including tax
- “Yurayura Magic Cards” (3 types in total)
Companies mentioned：株式会社ソニー・クリエイティブプロダクツ、株式会社ＮＡＮＫＡＩ、髙島屋大阪店
Job Journal to hold “Career Change Plaza × Job Hunting Plaza in Iwaki” on October 24
株式会社求人ジャーナル will hold “Career Change Plaza × Job Hunting Plaza in Iwaki” at Iwaki Industry and Creation Center on October 24, 2026. Companies and organizations in fields including government, retail, finance, and manufacturing will exhibit. Admission is free, and no reservation is required.
Facts
- Saturday, October 24
- 12:00〜16:00
- A ¥500 gift card
- The effective job openings-to-applicants ratio ... stood at 1.24
Companies mentioned：株式会社求人ジャーナル、いわき市役所、福島県庁、株式会社マルト、ひまわり信用金庫、エリエールプロダクト株式会社、福島労働局
AtoJ launches “Discussion Contact Point Setup Service” ahead of enforcement of amended Act on Comprehensive Promotion of Labor Policies
株式会社AtoJ will launch the “Discussion Contact Point Setup Service” to prevent customer harassment in response to the amended Act on Comprehensive Promotion of Labor Policies, which takes effect on October 1, 2026. The service uses the ODR platform “OneNegotiation” to enable a shift from direct on-site responses to dialogue and mediation involving a third party.
Facts
- From Oct. 1, 2026
- Cumulative applications exceed 50,000
- 11.9% of employees have experienced customer harassment
- 18.9% also said that consultations were “on the rise”
- Only 38.5% of companies have implemented measures to prevent customer harassment
- ¥1,000 per store per month
- OriginalODR移行時には1回5万円
Companies mentioned：株式会社AtoJ、AtoJ
High-speed UV area camera for visual inspection supporting wavelengths of 400nm or less, with a CoaXPress2.0 interface, now available
株式会社エーディーエステック has begun selling “Diamond UV D-8A190,” a UV area camera made by Dutch company Teledyne Adimec. Equipped with Sony IMX487 and supporting the CoaXPress2.0 interface, it enables high-speed imaging using wavelengths of 400nm or less.
Facts
- Among the highest-class cameras at 8MP
- High-speed imaging at 193fps
- Up to 651fps
- Capital: ¥33 million
Companies mentioned：株式会社エーディーエステック、Teledyne Adimec、Sony、Teledyne Technologies
Online dispute resolution (ODR) platform “ワンネゴ” surpasses 50,000 cumulative applications
株式会社AtoJ announced that the cumulative number of applications on its ODR platform ワンネゴ had exceeded 50,000, and that the number of fitness club locations nationwide using the platform had surpassed 1,000. It will now step up its expansion into industries including finance, medical care and nursing care.
Facts
- Cumulative applications exceed 50,000
- Adoption at fitness clubs nationwide exceeds 1,000 locations
- Transaction value exceeds 2.8 billion yen
- 2,400 hours saved annually
- Approximately 13 million yen accumulated over the past 5 years was converted to cash
Companies mentioned：株式会社AtoJ、OneNegotiation、ワンネゴ、株式会社ワールドプラス、ウェルネス・コーチ株式会社
クエスト signs official partnership agreement with 川崎ブレイブサンダース, a B.LEAGUE PREMIER team, for the 2026-27 season
株式会社クエスト has signed an official partnership agreement with 川崎ブレイブサンダース, a B.LEAGUE PREMIER team, starting with the 2026-27 season.
Facts
- 2026-27 season
- Capital: 491,031,000 yen
- Established: May 1965
Companies mentioned：株式会社クエスト、川崎ブレイブサンダース、株式会社エヌ・ケイ、DeNA
Launching on October 1, “Glasses Day”! “こどもメガネ アンファン × リカちゃん” collaboration campaign
株式会社オグラ will hold a collaboration campaign between こどもメガネ アンファン and リカちゃん from October 1, 2026, “Glasses Day,” through December 27. リカちゃん corners will be set up at 20 participating locations, and original stickers will be given to the first 20,000 customers who visit for eyeglass production or adjustment. On the same day, the new SPECS × ATTRACT frames will go on sale, and a collaboration post will be shared on Instagram.
Facts
- 20 participating locations
- Limited to the first 20,000 customers
- Price: 38,500 yen (tax included)
- Established July 1, 1954
- Capital: 35 million yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社オグラ、こどもメガネ アンファン、オグラ眼鏡店、株式会社タカラトミー、リカちゃん、SPECS、アトラクト
【LaLaTulle】Unveils its new fall dress collection modeled by popular model ゆんころ!
LaLaTulle, an online cabaret-club dress retailer operated by 株式会社DRESS DESIGN WORKS, has begun selling its latest fall 2026 dress collection featuring popular model ゆんころ on its official website.
Facts
- Autumn 2026
- 06-6210-1708
Companies mentioned：株式会社DRESS DESIGN WORKS、LaLaTulle、IRAL
Akashi City, Hyogo Prefecture, adopts the post-payment hometown tax donation service “あとふるⓇ”
Akashi City, Hyogo Prefecture, is launching full-scale operations of the post-payment hometown tax donation service “あとふるⓇ” on October 2, 2026, in partnership with 株式会社電算.
Facts
- Starting Oct. 2, 2026
- Approximately 30% of the donation amount
Companies mentioned：株式会社電算、dsnあとふる株式会社
Jupiter Technology begins offering Heimdal “Campaign Pack”
Jupiter Technology has begun offering the “Campaign Pack” and the customizable “Heimdal Select3” plan to support new implementations of the integrated security solution “Heimdal” from Heimdal Security社.
Facts
- Oct. 1, 2026–March 31, 2027
- 1,500 endpoints
- 750 endpoints
- More than 16,000 customers
- More than 2,000 MSPs
Companies mentioned：ジュピターテクノロジー株式会社、Heimdal Security A/S、Heimdal Security社
モリタ earns GPTW Japan “Great Place to Work” certification
株式会社モリタ was selected as a certified “Great Place to Work” in GPTW Japan’s “Great Place to Work” survey. The certification period runs from August 2026 through August 31, 2027.
Facts
- August 2026
- Aug. 31, 2027
- Approximately 170 countries worldwide
- More than 21,000 companies annually
- 732 employees
- 87％
- 82％
- 70％
- Founded in 1916
- 79％
- 71％
Companies mentioned：株式会社モリタ、Great Place To Work® Institute Japan、GPTW Japan、モリタ
Launch of DATA eBASE, a content sales service combining rich product detail data with purchasing POS data
eBASE株式会社 has launched DATA eBASE, a content sales service combining approximately 10 million rich product detail records with purchasing POS data from 1,500 stores nationwide. The service is scheduled to launch in October 2026 to support marketing and product development by food manufacturers and data analytics companies.
Facts
- Approximately 10 million records
- Approximately 700,000 food category records
- 1,500 stores nationwide
- From 80,000 yen per month
- From ¥100,000 per month
- The service will launch in October 2026
Companies mentioned：eBASE株式会社、株式会社KSP-SP
トナリゾート enters capital and business partnership with Hokkaido accommodation operator ダブルバケーション
トナリゾート株式会社 entered into a capital and business partnership with Hokkaido accommodation operator W vacation株式会社 (ダブルバケーション) effective September 30, 2026, and will provide an integrated “planning, development and operations” service.
Facts
- Approximately 9.65 million overnight stays by international visitors
- Total overnight stays across Hokkaido also reached 42.02 million
- Expected yields in the 3% range
- 3.7% for studio apartments in Tokyo’s Jonan area
- Yields exceeding 10% of the investment amount
- More than 200 directly operated hotels nationwide
Companies mentioned：トナリゾート株式会社、W vacation株式会社、ダブルバケーション、トナリズム、トナリズム株式会社、アパホテル、観光庁、日本不動産研究所
Ghosts and monsters take over the sweets corner!? Limited-time “Halloween sweets” arrive at the top-floor restaurant buffet starting October 1 (Thursday)
ANAクラウンプラザホテル秋田 will serve Halloween-themed sweets and afternoon tea starting October 1 at its top-floor スカイグリルブッフェレストラン空桜 SORA and first-floor café THE LOUNGE.
Facts
- Saturday, Oct. 31
- Oct. 1, 2026
- 50 meters above ground
- A varied buffet menu featuring 50 items
- 13 varieties
- We will serve a total of 15 items
- Weekdays: Adults 2,900 yen
- Weekdays: Adults 4,000 yen
- Price: 1,500 yen
- Price: ¥5,000
Companies mentioned：ANAクラウンプラザホテル秋田、IHGホテルズ&リゾーツ、InterContinental Hotels Group PLC、ロンネフェルト社
【Sale Information】Electric work chair maker LiberNovo launches “Early Fall Sale,” with discounts of up to 38% OFF on eligible products
LIBERNOVO HK CO., LIMITED (LiberNovo) is holding its “Early Fall Sale” from September 30 to October 12, 2026, with discounts of up to 38% OFF on eligible products. Discounts can also be combined with offers from new member registration and the friend referral program.
Facts
- Up to 38% OFF
- Sep. 30, 2026 (Wednesday)
- Monday, October 12
- Sale price: ¥104,709 (tax included)
- Regular price: ¥166,800 (tax included)
- Discount: 37% OFF
- Sale price: 146,129 yen (tax included)
- Regular price: 207,300 yen (tax included)
- Discount: 30% OFF
- Sale price: 170,979 yen (tax included)
- Regular price: 246,800 yen (tax included)
- Discount: 31% OFF
- Sale price: ¥224,779 (tax included)
- Regular price: ¥362,200 (tax included)
- With purchases of 90,000 yen or more
- With purchases of 120,000 yen or more
- With purchases of 150,000 yen or more
- 5% OFF coupon
- Available with an additional 3% OFF
- Founded in 2023
- First unveiled in the United States in June 2025
- Presale reservations totaled approximately 1.3 billion yen
- From around the world in approximately 60 days
- Approximately 10,000 users participated
- It first arrived in the Japanese market in fall 2025
- In approximately 2 months after launch
- Achieved sales of 460 million yen
- 8 movable panels
- With 14 dual connection points
- With 16 pivot points
- An intake-style electric fan spinning at 4,000 revolutions per minute
- A 30-day return guarantee is offered.
Companies mentioned：LIBERNOVO HK CO., LIMITED、LiberNovo、DJI、Narwal
Miyagi Kotsu headquarters relocation project. The concept is “TERMINAL”.
株式会社フロンティアコンサルティング led Miyagi Kotsu’s headquarters relocation project, designing an office space based on the concept “TERMINAL” and incorporating more than 400 ideas gathered in workshops. The use of local materials and carefully designed circulation routes created an environment that encourages collaboration within the organization and strengthens ties with the community.
Facts
- A total of 25 employees
- More than 400 ideas
Companies mentioned：株式会社フロンティアコンサルティング、宮城交通株式会社
[Exhibitor Report] Factory Innovation Week [Autumn] 2026: “Generative AI World”
株式会社ロビット exhibited at Generative AI World, part of Factory Innovation Week [Autumn] 2026, held at Makuhari Messe in September 2026. The company drew a positive response with features including the defective-product generation function of its new “TESRAY OMNI” product, as well as its seminar presentation.
Facts
- 3 days
- September 9, 2026
- September 11, 2026
- Reduced by up to 70%
- A 30-minute seminar
- Established: June 2014
Companies mentioned：株式会社ロビット、RX Japan 合同会社
Shihori Kanjiya narrates, with an original theme song by THE CHARM PARK. “Orange Days,” a documentary film following people living with dementia
The production of “Orange Days,” a documentary film following people living with dementia, has been announced. Shihori Kanjiya will narrate, and THE CHARM PARK will write an original theme song. The film is scheduled for completion in fall 2026, and the deadline to sign up as a supporter with screening rights has been extended to October 9.
Facts
- Autumn 2026
- Friday, October 9
- 39 years old
- 2023
- About 1 year
- 15 years
- All 47 prefectures nationwide
- 180,000 people
- 300,000 people
Companies mentioned：株式会社ワンダーラボラトリー、THE CHARM PARK、日本認知症本人ワーキンググループ、認知症の人と家族の会、NHK、トヨタ
Survey of year-end 2026 lump-sum payments (bonuses) agreed by companies listed on the TSE Prime Market
The Institute of Labor Administration has released the results of its survey of year-end 2026 lump-sum payments at companies listed on the TSE Prime Market. The simple average payment was 904,816 yen, up 4.2% from the previous year, while the average payment was equivalent to 2.60 months of salary.
Facts
- 175 companies
- 192 companies
- 904,816 yen
- Up 4.2%
- 2.60 months
Companies mentioned：一般財団法人 労務行政研究所、東洋経済新報社
“Hyaluronic Acid Seminar” report: Learn the facts and make informed choices
A report on a hyaluronic acid seminar held by キユーピーウエルネス, a group company of 株式会社トウ・キユーピー, for members of the Japan Cosmetics Inspection Association. About 980 people attended. The seminar covered basic knowledge about hyaluronic acid, the features of 5 types of high-performance hyaluronic acid, how to read ingredient labels, summer skin care and inner beauty care. The satisfaction rating in the survey was 91.9%.
Facts
- September 2026
- About 980 people
- The 1980s
- 1985
- 4 fields: pharmaceuticals, medical devices, cosmetics and food
- 5 types of high-performance hyaluronic acid
- About 3 times
- About 6L
- Broadly divided into 4 types
- More than 30 years
- 59.0％
- 60.4％
- 54.9％
- 41.4％
- 91.9％
- Number of respondents: 432
Companies mentioned：株式会社トウ・キユーピー、キユーピーウエルネス、キユーピー株式会社、一般社団法人 日本化粧品検定協会
Business video platform “PIVOT” surpasses 500 corporate tie-up partners, from major companies and startups to government agencies
PIVOT株式会社 announced that the cumulative number of companies that have participated in corporate tie-ups with its business video platform “PIVOT” has surpassed 500, and released its media kit.
Facts
- More than 500 companies have participated to date
- The YouTube channel has 4 million subscribers
- Monthly active viewers (MAU): about 11 million
- Cumulative views have reached 1 billion
- OriginalPIVOTアプリ会員のうち約5割が管理職層
- Original約4割が従業員1,000名以上の企業に所属
- Choose from 12 types
- Can be published in as little as 1 month
- About 50 million views per month
- About 11 million unique users
- 50% earn at least 6 million yen a year
- 17% earn at least 10 million yen a year
- Work for companies with 1,000 or more employees
- 10% increase in career-hire applications
- 25% improvement in offer acceptance rate
- Track record of hiring about 50 DX professionals
- Original1本あたり10万回規模の視聴
- Capital: 100 million yen
Companies mentioned：PIVOT株式会社、PIVOT
[Sales begin today at 11:00; up to 38% off] Recording, AI transcription and meeting-minutes organization at your wrist. The display-free AI smart band “FS100” arrives on CAMPFIRE!
株式会社RT has launched sales on CAMPFIRE of “FS100,” a display-free AI smart band with recording, AI transcription and meeting-minutes organization features. Early-bird offers of up to 38% off and coupons available only on the first day are on offer.
Facts
- Up to 38% off
- 1,000 yen off
- 1GB of built-in storage
- More than 160 exercise modes
Companies mentioned：株式会社RT、CAMPFIRE
The event “A Hello-Win to Celebrate the Chancellor” is coming to the “MASS FOR THE DEAD” smartphone game based on “Overlord”! [Talented Lady in Disguise] Albedo makes her debut!
株式会社テンクロス will hold the event “A Hello-Win to Celebrate the Chancellor” in the “MASS FOR THE DEAD” smartphone game from September 30 to October 14, introducing new characters including Albedo.
Facts
- [Event period: 9/30 (Wed.) 11:00 to 10/14 (Wed.) 14:59]
- 5 characters!
- Reduces damage taken by all allies by 10%
- Damage taken is reduced by 40%
- Increases damage dealt by all allies by 40%
- Damage dealt increases by 100%
- Increases all allies’ stats by 10%
- Has a maximum bonus of “140%”
- Gold coins × 1000000
- Large Strong Dragon Stones × 30
- Release date: February 21, 2019
Companies mentioned：株式会社テンクロス、KADOKAWA
CMS comes to the AI website feature of “Hirameki 7”
トライベック株式会社 has released CMS functionality for the AI website feature of “Hirameki 7,” a DX platform for small and midsize businesses. Users can now operate websites and manage articles without code, even without an in-house engineer.
Facts
- Launch date: September 30, 2026
- Date and time: Friday, October 9, 2026, 16:00–16:30
- Capital: 310 million yen
Companies mentioned：トライベック株式会社
[Creating a workplace where employees with disabilities can grow further by supporting the development of professional skills] Eligibility expanded to all employees with severe physical disabilities; “Skills Development Training” for employees working from home revamped starting October 1
株式会社スタッフサービス・クラウドワーク will revamp its “Skills Development Training” program starting October 1 for all employees with severe physical disabilities. The program will introduce video-based learning content to support skills development through self-study.
Facts
- About 680 employees with disabilities
- More than 1,300 video training programs
- From Oct. 1, 2026
- 158 employees have completed the course
- Revenue: 477.2 billion yen
- Approximately 106,000 temporary workers
Companies mentioned：株式会社スタッフサービス・ホールディングス、株式会社スタッフサービス・クラウドワーク、スタッフサービス・グループ
“SASAYURI FC SHIGA,” opening up the future of women’s soccer from Koka, Shiga, to be newly featured in Sponsors! Promoting regional revitalization and the development of the next generation through women’s sports, while fostering new partnerships with companies
Core-Business株式会社 will begin recruiting sponsors for women’s soccer club “SASAYURI FC SHIGA,” based in Koka, Shiga Prefecture, on October 5, 2026.
Facts
- Support amount: 120,000 yen (excluding tax)
- Support starts at a modest amount of 100,000 yen per year
Companies mentioned：Core-Business株式会社、SASAYURI FC SHIGA、Sponsors
[More than 4 million units sold across the series] The “laugh.” brand marks its 5th anniversary. Bringing “intimate care chosen by fragrance” into everyday self-care
Intimate care brand “laugh.” announced that it has reached its 5th anniversary and that sales across the series have exceeded 4 million units. Its features include care products selected by fragrance and formulas designed with skin in mind.
Facts
- 4 million units sold across the series
- Marking the brand’s 5th anniversary
- As of the end of September 2026
- Capital: 30 million yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社laugh.、株式会社HRC、ネクステージグループホールディングス株式会社
Keita Yamamoto appointed as a new director of クロスフィールズ
NPO法人クロスフィールズ approved a new board structure at its general meeting on August 22, 2026, and Keita Yamamoto, representative director of 認定NPO法人日本ファンドレイジング協会, was appointed as a new director.
Facts
- 2026/8/22 (Sat.)
- Marking 15 years since its founding
- Since 2022
- Born in Shiga Prefecture in 1982
- From June 2026
Companies mentioned：NPO法人クロスフィールズ、特定非営利活動法人クロスフィールズ、認定NPO法人日本ファンドレイジング協会、認定NPO法人かものはしプロジェクト、合同会社喜代七、株式会社CNC
[August 2026] あなぶき興産 conducts original survey on considering leaseback
Anabuki Kosan conducted an original survey in August 2026 of 300 people who had used or considered leaseback. Securing funds for retirement was the most common reason for considering it, and a high proportion of respondents aged 50 and older hoped to remain in their homes long term.
Facts
- 300 people
- 43.3％
- 53.9％
- 35.3％
- 37.4％
- 83.7％
- 46.0％
- 21.7％
- 67.7％
- 67.0％
- 53.3％
- 95.0％
Companies mentioned：穴吹興産株式会社、あなぶき興産、株式会社市場開発研究所
ビーブレイク adds an “AI Minutes” feature to cloud ERP “MA-EYES”
株式会社ビーブレイクシステムズ has added a new “AI Minutes” feature to cloud ERP “MA-EYES,” which uses AI to automatically transcribe and summarize audio.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ビーブレイクシステムズ、ビーブレイクシステムズ、ビーブレイク
Café & Bar “Piazza Italia” opens, serving フェッラーリ and ラバッツァ
フェッラーリ and ラバッツァ, handled by 日欧商事株式会社, will serve special cocktails at a dedicated “Piazza Italia” booth at the main venue as official suppliers of the 木下グループジャパンオープンテニスチャンピオンシップス2026.
Facts
- The main draw begins on September 30
- Original木下グループジャパンオープンテニスチャンピオンシップス2026
- Golden Ace (\2,300, tax included)
- In 1902, by Giulio フェッラーリ
- Won the “Producer of the Year” award for a record 9th time
- Founded in 1895 as a small family-run company in Turin, Italy
- Now operates in more than 140 countries worldwide
- The “ラバッツァ Foundation,” established in 2004
- Our company was founded in 1981
- Currently, wines carefully selected from all 20 regions of Italy and
- Date of establishment: Dec. 12, 1981
- Capital: 99 million yen
Companies mentioned：日欧商事株式会社、フェッラーリ、LAVAZZA、ラバッツァ、木下グループジャパンオープンテニスチャンピオンシップス2026、木下グループジャパンオープン2026、木下グループ、ATP 500
Announces the “AtCoder Competitive Programmer Job-Seeking Company Popularity Rankings 2026”
AtCoder株式会社 announced the results of its “AtCoder Competitive Programmer Job-Seeking Company Popularity Rankings 2026,” conducted among competitive programmers. In the student rankings, 任天堂 took 1st place, overtaking Google for the first time since the survey began; Google had topped the rankings in 2021, 2023, 2024 and 2025. In the professional rankings, Google ranked 1st for the 5th consecutive time, while Anthropic placed 7th and OpenAI 12th. Among students with a rating of 1600 or higher, ALGO ARTIS ranked 1st for the second consecutive survey. There were 972 valid responses (676 students, 266 professionals and 30 others).
Facts
- Survey period: August 2026
- Number of valid respondents: 972 (676 students, 266 professionals and 30 others)
- 900,011 people registered to participate, including 345,632 Japanese nationals
- Including 345,632 Japanese nationals
- Approximately 11,000 people take part in the regularly held weekly contests
- Google ranked 1st among professionals, topping the rankings for the 5th consecutive time
- Anthropic ranked 7th
- OpenAI ranked 12th
- Google and 任天堂 were separated by 1 vote
- Among students with a rating of 1600 or higher, ALGO ARTIS ranked 1st for the second consecutive survey
- “AtCoder Rank,” which classifies contest participants’ performance into ８ levels
- Collected when registering for AtCoder Beginner Contest 471
Companies mentioned：AtCoder株式会社、任天堂、Google、Anthropic、OpenAI、ALGO ARTIS
The popular “Nakayama Pass Premium Ageimo,” which sells out immediately year after year, is back!
Roadside station Boyo Nakayama, operated by 加森観光株式会社, will sell its popular “Nakayama Pass Premium Ageimo,” a hit since 2022, for a limited time starting October 1. This year’s 3-color product uses 3 varieties of potatoes and is available in limited quantities of 40 per weekday and 80 on weekends and holidays.
Facts
- From October 1 (Thursday)
- Available for a limited time through Sunday, November 8
- 40 per weekday
- 80 on weekends and holidays
- Every autumn since 2022
- Sells out in an average of about 20 minutes
- 3 varieties of potatoes
- Price: ¥800
- Sells 300,000 annually
- Price: 500 yen
- More than 1,000 products
Companies mentioned：加森観光株式会社、株式会社本間松蔵商店
[Youth Now! Youth Trends Survey] Trends among Gen Alpha and Gen Z are moving toward their own communities. 2026 trend analysis report released
株式会社Reaplus released its “2026 Gen Alpha and Gen Z Trend Analysis Report,” based on a survey of people aged 15–29. The findings show that youth trends are shifting from “everyone following the same things” to “choosing what fits their own communities.”
Facts
- Ages 15–29
- n=400
- August 2026
Companies mentioned：株式会社Reaplus、リアプラス、Youth Now!
Seeking sponsors and participating organizations for the 2nd cohort of the “Hometown Innovation Program,” connecting companies and organizations with around 190 high schools and local communities across Japan
一般財団法人地域・教育魅力化プラットフォーム and 株式会社BYD are seeking sponsors and participating organizations for the 2nd cohort of the “Hometown Innovation Program,” in which high school students work to solve local issues. The program will launch in November 2026, selecting around 20 teams from across Japan.
Facts
- High school students from 19 schools nationwide
- Over the course of 5 months
- Attracts 416 participants
- The 2nd cohort launches in November 2026
- Application deadline: October 10
- We will select around 20 teams
- Original活動支援金（1チーム最大15万円）
- Exceeding the target of 300 people
- Connections with 189 high schools
- Final presentation (March 2027
- Form teams of 4–6 members
- Approximately 100 people attended
- Distribution of 2,000 flyers
- 189 schools (fiscal 2026)
- Original1チーム最大15万円の支給
- Approximately 20 teams nationwide
- Final presentation: March 21, 2027
- A scale of 189 schools nationwide
- More than 5,000 international students to date
- More than 250 schools nationwide
- More than 50,000 students
Companies mentioned：一般財団法人地域・教育魅力化プラットフォ―ム、一般財団法人 地域・教育魅力化プラットフォーム、株式会社BYD、一般財団法人 三菱みらい育成財団、熊本県立小国高等学校、茨城県立水海道第一高等学校、近畿大学附属豊岡高等学校
Enjoy 9 varieties of サントリー beer with free-flowing drinks! A new ticket option this year lets guests attend “only the Oktoberfest.” “サントリー Oktoberfest in KIRANAH” to be held Oct. 1 (Thu.)–31 (Sat.), 2026
“サントリー Oktoberfest in KIRANAH” will be held from Oct. 1 to 31, 2026, at キラナガーデン豊洲, operated by 株式会社Kiranah Resort. In addition to BBQ plans that include free-flowing drinks from 9 varieties of サントリー beer, guests can also attend with a beer ticket only.
Facts
- 9 varieties of サントリー beer
- Oct. 1 (Thu.)–31 (Sat.), 2026
- ¥8,000 (tax included)
- A booklet of 11 “beer tickets”
Companies mentioned：株式会社 Kiranah Resort、サントリー、カールスバーグ
ヨーロッパ観光委員会 (ETC) strengthens engagement with the Japanese market at Tourism EXPO Japan 2026
ヨーロッパ観光委員会 (ETC) exhibited at Tourism EXPO Japan 2026, held at Tokyo Big Sight in September 2026, strengthening engagement with the Japanese market. ETC made recommendations on regenerative tourism, ran a joint program with JTB, and drew 619 participants to a quiz competition using Kahoot!.
Facts
- Sept. 24, 2026
- 27
- A total of 22 organizations
- September 26
- 6 sessions in total
- A total of 619 people
- 35 tourism boards
Companies mentioned：ヨーロッパ観光委員会、ETC、JTB、Kahoot!
Creating a better cycle between the sea and people by “eating” seaweed from Sea Vegetable. Launching the co-creation project “SEA VEGETABLE CYCLE” with a range of companies, people and communities
合同会社シーベジタブル will launch “SEA VEGETABLE CYCLE,” a co-creation project to build a cycle between the sea and people, starting with “eating” seaweed, in October 2026. Together with diverse partners including 三越伊勢丹, 日本橋高島屋, 東京建物, 東急不動産, DEAN & DELUCA and 菊水堂, it will develop products and hold events, and plans to publish an impact report in spring 2027.
Facts
- From Oct. 2026
- The period through spring 2027
- The milestone of its 10th anniversary
- More than 120 stores
- More than 170 types of seaweed dishes
- A track record of serving more than 50,000 meals
- First 4,000 people
Companies mentioned：合同会社シーベジタブル、三越伊勢丹、大丸東京店、DEAN & DELUCA、セブンプレミアム、伊勢丹新宿店、日本橋三越本店、日本橋高島屋、東京建物株式会社、東急不動産グループ、ホテルハーヴェスト勝浦、菊水堂
SPINGLE specialty store “ＳＰＩＮＧＬＥ 宮島” to open on Oct. 8, 2026 (Thu.)
株式会社スピングルカンパニー will open a new SPINGLE specialty store, “SPINGLE 宮島,” in 宮島町, 廿日市市, Hiroshima Prefecture, on Oct. 8, 2026. The store, renovated from a traditional Japanese home, will also sell special products exclusive to Miyajima.
Facts
- Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026
- In 令和7年 (2025), it reached 4.97 million people
- Price: ¥30,250 (including consumption tax)
- Store area: 69.14㎡
- We will open at 10 a.m.
Companies mentioned：株式会社スピングルカンパニー、廿日市市
Completed migration of the operating platform for the core system “RISE with SAP” from AWS to Google Cloud
丸紅ITソリューションズ completed the migration of the operating platform for its group company MSYS’s core system, “RISE with SAP,” from AWS to Google Cloud in September 2026. Business downtime was limited to 1 business day, and the migration was carried out in collaboration with SAP.
Facts
- Completed in September 2026
- Keeping downtime to 1 business day
- The project took approximately 5 months
- Completed in 3 days of migration work and 1 day of post-processing
- Completed with 1 day of post-processing
- Business operations were suspended for only 1 business day
- Original移行リハーサルを2度実施して
- Visualized the current environment across 9 areas
Companies mentioned：丸紅I-DIGIOホールディングス株式会社、丸紅ITソリューションズ株式会社、丸紅情報システムズ株式会社、MSYS、Amazon Web Services、AWS、Google Cloud、SAP、SAP SE、Google LLC、丸紅株式会社、住友不動産飯田橋ファーストタワー
An exclusive experience for 12 guests: a Glenmorangie whisky-pairing dinner with “グレンモーレンジィ” × “バー光琳” × “銀座むらき” at コートヤード・マリオット銀座東武ホテル on Oct. 24
A whisky-pairing dinner for just 12 guests, featuring “グレンモーレンジィ” and Japanese restaurant “銀座むらき,” will be held on Oct. 24, 2026, at コートヤード・マリオット銀座東武ホテル, operated by 株式会社東武ホテルマネジメント.
Facts
- Limited to 12 guests
- Oct. 24, 2026
- 25,000 yen
- 39th anniversary
Companies mentioned：株式会社東武ホテルマネジメント、コートヤード・マリオット銀座東武ホテル、銀座むらき、グレンモーレンジィ、バー光琳、ディアジオ社
Japan’s tax-free system changes in November 2026. Launch of “SAMURAI TAX Mobile” for iOS and Android for international visitors to Japan
TAIMATSU株式会社 has launched “SAMURAI TAX Mobile,” a mobile app for its “SAMURAI TAX” tax-free service for international travelers to Japan, for iOS and Android. In anticipation of the transition to a refund-based tax-free system on Nov. 1, 2026, the app offers features including refund status checks and searches for participating stores, aiming to digitize and streamline the tax-free shopping experience.
Facts
- Nov. 2026
- Nov. 1, 2026
- November 2023
Companies mentioned：TAIMATSU株式会社、MUSASHI JAPAN、YOKAI JAPAN、FUJI JAPAN、一刀（ITTO）、FE
M&M Service makes “¥10 billion declaration.” Promoting the enhancement of accommodation facilities and regional revitalization, starting with company retreats
株式会社エムアンドエムサービス has joined the “100億宣言” initiative of 中小企業庁 and 独立行政法人中小企業基盤整備機構, announcing a growth policy that aims to achieve sales of ¥10 billion in the fiscal year ending March 2029. The company is pursuing 5 strategies, including aiming to become No. 1 in company retreat operations, expanding its property management business, M&A and RV-related business, and developing a voluntary chain business using its “お宿ねっと” membership program.
Facts
- Sales of ¥10 billion
- Fiscal year ending March 2029
- For about 30 years
- Since its founding in 1997
Companies mentioned：株式会社エムアンドエムサービス、中小企業庁、独立行政法人中小企業基盤整備機構
Pieclex President Daiji Tamakura pays a courtesy visit to Prime Minister Takaichi
Daiji Tamakura, Representative Director and President of 株式会社ピエクレックス, paid a courtesy visit to Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Sept. 28, 2026, and explained the issue of apparel waste and “wearable green tech” powered by the circular infrastructure “P-FACTS.” The company plans to provide official uniforms as a platinum partner of GREEN×EXPO 2027.
Facts
- Wholly owned subsidiary
- Approximately 10,000 attendants and volunteers
- Exhibition area: approximately 100 ha
- Paid visitors: more than 10 million
Companies mentioned：株式会社村田製作所、株式会社ピエクレックス、帝人フロンティア
Sales begin for accommodation plans offered by 金沢辰口温泉 まつさき on the travel media platform Tabiiro
株式会社旅色トラベル has begun selling accommodation plans for 金沢辰口温泉 まつさき on the travel media platform Tabiiro. As of Sept. 30, 2026, the offerings include seasonal plans featuring autumn delicacies and plans featuring seasonal ingredients.
Facts
- A history of approximately 1,400 years
- A history spanning more than 180 years since its founding
- 30 rooms in total
- As of Sept. 30, 2026
- Through Nov. 20, 2026 (Fri.)
Companies mentioned：株式会社旅色トラベル、金沢辰口温泉 まつさき、株式会社ブランジスタ
Making all kinds of funny sweets! Welcome to a happy, whimsical candy shop / Picture book “The Funny, Funny Candy Shop” on sale Wednesday, September 30!
Mitsumura Tosho Publishing released the picture book “The Funny, Funny Candy Shop,” written and illustrated by 北澤平祐, on September 30, 2026.
Facts
- After living in the United States for 16 years
- The 41st Joji Tsubota Literary Award
- 2026 “Unicorn Letter Story”
- List price: 1,760 yen (tax included)
- 32 pages
- Release date: Sept. 30, 2026
- [Capital] 30 million yen
- [Annual sales] 13.24186 billion yen
- [Number of employees] 239
Companies mentioned：光村図書出版株式会社、集英社、ホーム社、Gakken、小学館、講談社、白泉社、PIE International
Autumn flavors at a hotel buffet in Motomachi, Kobe: 18 varieties of mushrooms※1, plus miso hot pot and mizutaki hot pot featuring French-raised Iwate chicken! “Autumn Harvest Festival” at the restaurant on the 2nd floor of 神戸ポートタワーホテル
神戸ポートタワーホテル, operated by 株式会社アベストコーポレーション, will hold its “Autumn Harvest Festival” from October 1 to November 30, 2026. The buffet will feature original hot pots made with up to 18 varieties of mushrooms, French-raised Iwate chicken, and all-you-can-eat crab.
Facts
- Up to 18 varieties
- Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- Monday, Nov. 30
- Adults: 3,300 yen
- Adults: 6,600 yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社アベストコーポレーション、神戸ポートタワーホテル
Sales begin for “NavVis VLX 4,” a high-end model of a high-definition 3D laser scanner
株式会社構造計画研究所 has begun domestic sales of “NavVis VLX 4,” a wearable 3D laser scanner developed by NavVis GmbH. The product features 3 LiDAR units and a point-cloud resolution of 3 mm, with shipments scheduled to begin in December 2026 or later. It will also make its domestic debut at “KKE NavVis Summit Japan 2026,” to be held on October 16, 2026.
Facts
- 3 high-precision LiDAR sensors
- 3 mm point-cloud resolution
- LOD 350 or higher
- December 2026 or later
- Friday, October 16, 2026
Companies mentioned：株式会社構造計画研究所、NavVis GmbH、関西電力株式会社、株式会社竹中工務店、本田技研工業株式会社、横浜国立大学
“レイモンド彦根城北こども園” to open in Hikone in April 2027
Social Welfare Corporation Remon-kai announced that it will open “レイモンド彦根城北こども園” in Hikone, Shiga Prefecture, on April 1, 2027. The center will have a capacity of 118 children and offer childcare activities such as playing in the mud and using rice paddies and fields.
Facts
- April 1, 2027
- Capacity: 118 children
- Operates approximately 90 locations
- Number of employees: 2109
Companies mentioned：社会福祉法人 檸檬会、レイモンド彦根城北こども園、レイモンドほいくえん、れもんのこほいくえん、レイモンド斑鳩こども園、レイモンド長浜こども園、ソーシャルインクルージョンヴィレッジ
Analysis of data from more than 3,700 nurses! “Nursing Student Aptitude Assessment” launched [看護roo! 就活]
看護roo! 就活, operated by 株式会社クイック, analyzed data from more than 3,700 practicing nurses and launched its “Nursing Student Aptitude Assessment” on September 30, 2026, based on psychological and statistical evidence.
Facts
- More than 3,700 practicing nurses
- From September 30, 2026 (Wednesday)
- The turnover rate for newly graduated nurses is 8.4%
Companies mentioned：株式会社クイック、愛知学院大学、淑徳大学
Netskope launches new feature to block risky actions by AI agents before they are carried out
Netskope announced “Netskope Skylight Agent Action Control,” a new feature that blocks risky actions by AI agents before they are carried out, and rebranded its AI security product portfolio as “Netskope Skylight.”
Facts
- 91% of organizations cannot block risky agent actions before they are carried out
- Original54%の組織が過去1年間にAIエージェントに関連するセキュリティインシデントが確認された
- Controls across 9 action types
- Thousands of customers, including more than 30 Fortune 100 companies
Companies mentioned：Netskope、Netskope Japan株式会社、IDC、Gravitee、合同会社NEXT PR
New experience for inbound tourists: “Photo Tour with a Professional Photographer” on sale from Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Japan Wonder Travel, an optional tour brand for inbound visitors operated by 株式会社羅針盤, will begin sales on September 30, 2026, of “Photo Tour with a Professional Photographer,” a new service in which a professional photographer accompanies guests and takes photos at popular spots in Tokyo.
Facts
- Sales begin September 30, 2026 (Wednesday)
- 50–100 photo files
- 5 popular areas representing Tokyo
Companies mentioned：株式会社羅針盤、Japan Wonder Travel、きものレンタルwargo
Are you interested in earning “supplemental income” through real estate investment? [Survey results]
According to a survey conducted by 株式会社フィリアコーポレーション, 65.5% of the 200 men and women in their 20s to 60s from across Japan said they were interested, or somewhat interested, in earning supplemental income through real estate investment. The main reasons cited included concerns about public pensions and a desire for sources of income beyond working.
Facts
- Survey of 200 people
- 65.5% of respondents
- 70.6%
- 64.7%
- 45.6%
- 38.2%
- 25.0%
- More than 1,000 consultations
Companies mentioned：株式会社フィリアコーポレーション、フィリアコーポレーション
Listerine® refreshes its brand and announces new “Extra Mild” product; comedy duo Chocolate Planet named brand ambassadors, with new Web CM premiere and recording event
On September 29, 2026, Kenvue announced the first brand refresh in 18 years for its medicated mouthwash “Listerine®” and a new “Extra Mild” product. Comedy duo Chocolate Planet were named brand ambassadors, and the new Web CM premiered.
Facts
- Brand refresh, the first in 18 years
- 6 benefits in 1 bottle
- “Intensity level” shown in 3 stages
- Brushing reaches approximately 25% of the surface area of the teeth in your mouth
- All 7 episodes to be released sequentially starting September 29 (Tuesday)
Companies mentioned：Kenvue、ＪＮＴＬコンシューマーヘルス株式会社、インテージSRI+
Originalサンサンスポンジ、シンガポール高島屋に初出店！
株式会社ダイニチ・コーポレーション will make its first appearance at the “SJ60 Yui” event at シンガポール高島屋 from September 29 to October 11, 2026, showcasing Sansan Sponge and other products.
Facts
- From Tuesday, September 29, 2026, to Sunday, October 11
- Commemorating the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations
- Celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2023
- More than 50 years since its founding in 1973
- 楽天市場 ranks No. 1 in the cleaning-supplies sponge category for 6 consecutive years
- Original2025年3月には楽天市場総合リアルタイムランキング1位を獲得
Companies mentioned：株式会社ダイニチ・コーポレーション、ダイニチ・コーポレーション、シンガポール高島屋、Takashimaya Singapore、楽天市場
Fager completes project registration to generate Japan’s first J-Credits from tea plantations
株式会社フェイガー announced the registration of a project to reduce nitrous oxide emissions from tea plantation soils using methodology AG-003 under the J-Credit Scheme. The company aims to generate Japan’s first J-Credits derived from tea plantations.
Facts
- A gas said to have more than 200 times the greenhouse effect of carbon dioxide (CO₂)
- Rice paddies: 0.31%
- Compared with 0.62% for fields growing other crops
- The figure for tea plantations is reported to be 2.9%
- Methodology “Application of chemical fertilizers containing nitrification inhibitors or compound fertilizers containing lime nitrogen to tea plantation soils” (AG-003)
- Methodology: J-Credit Scheme AG-003 Ver.3.4
- Also covered by methodology AG-004 under the J-Credit Scheme
Companies mentioned：株式会社フェイガー、農研機構、環境省、国立環境研究所
Originalテスコム、業務用ドライヤーのサロンシェアNo.1※を獲得。販売台数・売上高ともにシェア1位へ ―プロに選ばれる「Nobby」―
テスコム Electric ranked first in both unit sales and revenue share in the 2025 fiscal-year market for professional hair dryers for beauty salons. The result is based on a survey by 東京商工リサーチ and reflects support for its professional brand, “Nobby.”
Facts
- Since its founding in 1965
- Capital: 90,000 thousand yen
Companies mentioned：テスコム電機株式会社、テスコム、東京商工リサーチ
All 5 events walking the World Heritage Koya Pilgrimage Route to be held in succession starting Oct. 18 (Sun.)
世界遺産ウォーキング連絡協議会, whose secretariat is run by 和歌山県, will hold all 5 walking events along the Koya Pilgrimage Route in succession starting Oct. 18.
Facts
- All 5 events
- About 6 km
- Approximately 19 km
- Approximately 8 km
- Approximately 3 hours
- Approximately 10 km
- Approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes
- Capacity: 20 people
- Participation fee: 4,000 yen
- Approximately 7.6 km
- Number of participants: 100
- Participation fee: ¥1,000
- Approx. 2 hours 30 minutes
- Number of participants sought: 30
- Participation fee: 500 yen
- Approximately 6 hours
- Participation fee: ¥2,000
Companies mentioned：和歌山県、世界遺産ウォーキング連絡協議会、高野七口女人道めぐり実行委員会、谷口、世界遺産高野山町石道ウォーク実行委員会、三谷坂ウォーク実行委員会、かつらぎ町観光協会、世界遺産・日本遺産トレッキング実行委員会、橋本市シティープロモーション課、高野七口再生保存会、児玉、世界遺産高野参詣道ウォーキング連絡会、和歌山県伊都振興局地域づくり課
Original和歌山県串本町、令和8年11月8日（日）に樫野埼灯台周辺で「第2回冬の星空撮影会in串本」を開催、令和8年9月28日（月）より好評受付中
串本町 in 和歌山県 and the Nanki Kushimoto Tourism Association will hold the “2nd Winter Stargazing Photography Session in Kushimoto” around Kashinozaki Lighthouse on Nov. 8, 2026. The free event is limited to 30 participants. Photographer Sohei Terui will serve as instructor, offering guidance on astrophotography and holding a photo contest.
Facts
- Nov. 8, 2026 (Reiwa 8)
- 19:00～21:00
- Limited to the first 30 applicants
- Participation is free
- Jan. 31, 2027 (Reiwa 9)
Companies mentioned：和歌山県、串本町、一般社団法人南紀串本観光協会、大阪芸術大学、清里フォトアートミュージアム、東京写真文化館、マグナムフォト、maison de photo、道音舎、宇宙ふれあいホール Sora-Miru、熊野エリア観光推進実行委員会、和歌山県東牟婁振興局地域づくり課、串本町役場産業課
Stella AI begins offering “Claude Sonnet 5.5”
株式会社SUPERNOVA announced that it will begin offering Anthropic社’s latest AI model, “Claude Sonnet 5.5,” through its generative AI services “Stella AI” and “Stella AI for Biz” starting Sept. 30, 2026. The model has improved performance over its predecessor across a wide range of areas, including intellectual work, coding and chart reading, and recorded the highest score in medical expert reasoning, surpassing Opus 5.5. Output speed is also more than 30% faster.
Facts
- We will begin offering “Claude Sonnet 5.5” on Sept. 30, 2026 (Wed.).
- Output speed is also more than 30% faster than the previous model.
- Figures published by Anthropic社 (Sept. 28, 2026).
- Established: Jan. 11, 2024
Companies mentioned：株式会社SUPERNOVA、Anthropic社、OpenAI社
Taiwan | 中央社 CNA（79）
Asian Games judo: Yang Yung-wei falls to Paris Olympic gold medalist, misses title defense and will fight for bronze
Original名古屋亞運柔道男子60公斤級4強賽，台灣選手楊勇緯不敵巴黎奧運金牌得主、哈薩克名將斯梅托夫，無緣衛冕並落入銅牌戰；女將林真豪在48公斤級4強賽落敗，同樣拚銅牌。
Facts
- Men’s 60-kilogram event
- Age 34
- 48-kilogram class
Companies mentioned：中央社、中央訊息、愛知
Su Chiao-hui proposes joint prosperity for Taipei and New Taipei; Lee Sichuan says cooperation must come first
Democratic Progressive Party New Taipei mayoral candidate Su Chiao-hui and Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Boyang proposed joint prosperity for Taipei and New Taipei, while advocating that each city maintain its autonomy. Kuomintang New Taipei mayoral candidate Lee Sichuan said they must first govern together to prosper together, and outlined a vision for cooperation with Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an.
Facts
- 2026 Nine-in-One Elections
- New Taipei, 30
- These 10-plus years
- 1-day living circle
- 30-minute core living circle
Negative-pressure smoking rooms open in Taipei's Xinyi shopping district; violations will be fined starting in November
The Taipei City Government and civic groups opened 2 negative-pressure smoking rooms in the Xinyi shopping district. Smoking will be prohibited outside designated smoking areas around exits 2 and 3 of Taipei City Hall Station starting in November. Violators will face fines of NT$2,000 or more and less than NT$10,000 under the Tobacco Hazards Prevention Act.
Facts
- 2 negative-pressure smoking rooms
- Starting in November
- 1-month awareness campaign
- NT$2,000 or more
- Fines of up to NT$10,000
- Toll-free quit-smoking hotline: 0800-636363
Companies mentioned：中央社、台北華山扶輪社、新北世界華人工商婦女企管協會、社團法人國際獅子會台灣總會台北市第一支會、財團法人台北市三幸慈善基金會、信義威秀廣場
Will 6G spectrum be auctioned in 2 phases? MODA: Policy under consideration
The Ministry of Digital Affairs responded to media reports that 6G spectrum would be released for auction in 2 phases, saying related policies, licensing timelines and methods are still under review and have not been finalized.
Facts
- Expires in 2030
- 700/900/1800MHz
- Expires in 2033
- 2100/2600MHz
Bidding heats up for NBA expansion in Las Vegas, with 3 groups in contention
Bidding for ownership of an NBA expansion team in Las Vegas has entered its final stage. The league is reviewing proposals from 3 finalists: the Lauries, Apostolopoulos and Lasry, and Foley and Colangelo. Approval is expected by the end of the year.
Facts
- 3 groups
- Two expansion teams
- Only 10 years after opening
- 2028-2029 season
Companies mentioned：ESPN、路透社、中央社、NBA、北美職業冰球聯盟、聖路易斯藍調隊、沃爾瑪、渥太華參議員隊、NFL、華盛頓指揮官隊、密爾瓦基公鹿、鳳凰城太陽、維加斯黃金騎士隊、T-Mobile體育館、T-Mobile Arena、NBA盃、西雅圖
OriginalPLG富邦勇士簽下車侑城 10/1正式亮相
OriginalPLG富邦勇士宣布與美籍台裔球員車侑城完成簽約，預計10月1日媒體日正式亮相。
Facts
- Che Yu-cheng, 22
- 191 centimeters tall
- Weighs 86 kilograms
- Averages 12.1 points
- 2.8 assists
- 2.4 rebounds
- Three-point shooting percentage as high as 42.9%
- 32 wins and 7 losses in a season
Companies mentioned：PLG、P. LEAGUE+、台北富邦勇士、富邦勇士、中央社
Original數發部推委外資服廠商聯合稽核 建立一致標準強化資安把關
Original數發部推動政府委外資服廠商資安聯合稽核計畫，由資安署將今年121場稽核整合為16場聯合稽核，以建立一致標準、降低重複稽核行政負擔。資拓宏宇由19場整合為1場，凌群電腦由13場整合為1場，教育部涵蓋67份契約。115年受稽核廠商16家，116年將擴大至中央及地方機關，廠商增至30家。部長林宜敬並透露將與Anthropic、OpenAI、Google、Microsoft等國際AI大廠合作，運用AI模型掃描政府系統與關鍵基礎設施漏洞。
Facts
- 121 audits of IT service providers this year
- Consolidated into 16 joint audits
- 資拓宏宇 originally faced 19 audits
- 凌群電腦's 13 audits were consolidated into 1
- Covering 67 contracts
- 16 companies to be audited
- Number of companies to be audited rises from 16 to 30
- Audit items cover 6 major categories
Companies mentioned：數發部、資安署、資拓宏宇、凌群電腦、教育部、行政院、資安院、Anthropic、OpenAI、Google、Microsoft
Traffic enforcement cameras at Heping West Road and Chongqing South Road intersection in Taipei to go live in October
A new multipurpose traffic enforcement system has been installed at the intersection of Heping West Road and Chongqing South Road in Taipei's Zhongzheng District, where traffic accidents have been frequent. After issuing 447 violation notices during a testing and public-awareness period from July to September, the system will officially go live on October 1, targeting violations including running red lights and failing to yield to pedestrians.
Facts
- 447 violations
- Officially goes live on October 1
Companies mentioned：中央社、台北市警察局交通警察大隊
He Lifeng meets Iwaya Takeshi, says Japanese companies welcome to develop in China
Original日中關係低潮期間，日本國際貿易促進協會新任會長岩屋毅率團訪華，與中國國務院副總理何立峰會面。何立峰表示歡迎日企到中國發展，盼日方把握正確歷史方向；岩屋毅則稱日本工商界願擴大交流，深化經貿合作。
Facts
- And met Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng on the 29th
- Original中央社記者 呂佳蓉 北京30日電
Companies mentioned：日本國際貿易促進協會、中央社、新華社、共同社
Taiwan's big hitter Wang Wei-hsuan shoots 65 to lead men's golf on opening day of Asian Games
On the opening day of men's golf at the Nagoya Asian Games, Taiwanese golfer Wang Wei-hsuan carded a 65 to share the lead with Japan's Kazuki Higa. Chan Shih-chang shot 71 and Hung Chien-yao shot 72, while Taiwan stood 4th in the team standings.
Facts
- 65 strokes
- Made 3 birdies
- Made 1 eagle
- 330 yards
- 71 strokes
- 72 strokes
- 136 strokes
Companies mentioned：中央社、中央通訊社
Lai Ching-te visits Shen Boyang campaign headquarters; Ocean Current Project to launch in October
Democratic Progressive Party Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Boyang invited party chair Lai Ching-te to visit his campaign headquarters and announced that the Ocean Current Project will launch in October.
Facts
- Launching in October
- 10 to 15 people
Companies mentioned：民主進步黨、中央社