Notice Regarding Partial Changes to the Shareholder Benefit Program (Addition of New Benefits and Change to Electronic Gift Cards)
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株式会社ピーエイ has resolved to make partial changes to its shareholder benefit program. It will newly provide electronic gift cards totaling 5 million yen to all shareholders who hold 1,000 or more shares as of the end of December 2026, and will also switch the existing Amazon gift cards to electronic gift cards.
The 3rd “NAGASAKI Gurunto my tabi campaign” with my route! 7 new ticket types go on sale on 10/1
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トヨタファイナンシャルサービス株式会社, 一般社団法人九州MaaS協議会 and 長崎県MaaS実行委員会 will launch 7 new ticket types on October 1, 2026, as the 3rd installment of the “NAGASAKI Gurunto my tabi campaign,” using the my route travel app. In the Sasebo area, limited discount coupons will also be distributed to coincide with the Tour de Kyushu Sasebo Criterium.
3 new items join the annual hit “Bulk Sale Marche” at chocolatier “キャギ ド レーブ,” created by UHA Mikakuto
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UHA味覚糖’s chocolatier “キャギ ド レーブ” will hold its “Bulk Sale Marche” at its Osaka headquarters from October 2 to November 27, 2026, selling a total of 26 types of baked goods and sustainable chocolate, including 3 new items.
Facts
October 2, ２０２６
November ２７
3 new items
26 types in total
Original１ｇ１０円
Original１ｇ２円引き
Original１ｇ２５円
Companies mentioned：UHA味覚糖株式会社、UHA味覚糖、Cagi de rêves、キャギ ド レーブ
New service “キャギ ド ロール” launches at the anniversary celebration “キャギ ド レーブ Week” hosted by chocolatier “キャギ ド レーブ,” created by UHA Mikakuto
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UHA味覚糖’s chocolatier “キャギ ド レーブ” is holding “キャギ ド レーブ Week” to mark its 19th anniversary, and will launch the new service “キャギ ド ロール” and new signature products “Chocolate Choux” and “Custard Choux.” It has also begun offering free shipping to members through its official online store and is developing the “キャギ ド ポシェット” series.
Facts
October 2, ２０２６
October ３０
19 years ago
October 13, ２００７
２１６ yen (tax included) per cm
３ｃｍ
７ｃｍ
５ｃｍ
３７８ yen each (tax included)
Cocoa content: ６６%
５４０ yen (tax included)
６４８ yen (tax included)
In its 19th year
Companies mentioned：UHA味覚糖株式会社、UHA味覚糖、Cagi de rêves、キャギ ド レーブ
Miyazaki Prefecture, Miyakonojo City: “Hoken Minaoshi Honpo Aeon Mall Miyakonojo Ekimae” to open on Thursday, October 1, 2026
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株式会社保険見直し本舗グループ announced that its subsidiary, 株式会社保険見直し本舗, will open a location at Aeon Mall Miyakonojo Ekimae in Miyakonojo, Miyazaki Prefecture, on October 1, 2026.
Chiba Prefecture, Kashiwa City: “Hoken Minaoshi Honpo Fields Minami-Kashiwa” to open on Thursday, October 1, 2026
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株式会社保険見直し本舗, a subsidiary of 株式会社保険見直し本舗グループ, will open a new location, “Hoken Minaoshi Honpo Fields Minami-Kashiwa,” inside the commercial facility Fields Minami-Kashiwa in Kashiwa, Chiba Prefecture, on October 1, 2026.
Will Smart and 荘内銀行 collaborate to address regional challenges in Yamagata Prefecture
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Will Smart and 荘内銀行 signed a basic agreement on the use of digital transformation (DX) to address regional challenges in Yamagata Prefecture, effective September 30, 2026.
Facts
Effective September 30, 2026
announced in March 2026
Capital: 865 million yen
Capital: 8.5 billion yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社 Will Smart、Will Smart、株式会社荘内銀行、荘内銀行
Hospitality from across Japan gathers in Ureshino. “OMOTENASHI SELECTION” pop-up to be held at 和多屋別荘
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株式会社和多屋別荘 will hold an “OMOTENASHI SELECTION” pop-up at its facility from October 3 to November 1, 2026, showcasing products including Gold Award winners.
The closure rate of bakeries participating in the online sales of surplus bread is less than half the business closure rate for bread and confectionery retailers (rebake)
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合同会社クアッガ, which operates rebake, announced that a survey covering 2021–2025 found a closure rate of about 10% among listed stores, less than half the 27% closure rate for the bread and confectionery retail sector overall, based on data from 総務省 and 経済産業省.
Facts
The store closure rate is about 10%
The business closure rate was 27% over the 5 years from fiscal 2017 to fiscal 2021
NTTデータ・エービック to exhibit at “FIT2026” and hold seminar exclusively for financial institutions on managing investment trust lineups
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株式会社NTTデータ・エービック will exhibit at “FIT2026,” to be held at Tokyo International Forum on October 15 and 16, 2026, and hold a seminar exclusively for financial institutions on managing investment trust lineups.
Facts
Capital: 323.12 million yen (fiscal year ended March 2026)
Kanazawa experiential restaurant “Coil” refreshes its okamochi set on October 1, with 3 options starting at 2,400 yen
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株式会社SU-BEE, operator of the experiential restaurant “Coil” in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, announced that it will revamp its “okamochi set” on October 1, 2026, expanding it to 3 options starting at 2,400 yen.
Comprehensive partnership agreement signed on regional revitalization in Suzaka, Nagano Prefecture
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ハイアールジャパンセールス株式会社 signed a comprehensive partnership agreement on regional revitalization with Suzaka, Nagano Prefecture, on September 30, 2026. The agreement sets out goals including donating home appliances, promoting operational efficiency, and supplying goods during disasters.
Announcement: “On Air! 8th Anniversary Store” to be held
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株式会社coly will hold the “On Air! 8th Anniversary Store” at locations in Tokyo and Osaka from October 16 to November 3 to mark the 8th anniversary of its smartphone app “On Air!”
Enjoy the same meals as pro athletes! One-day-only “2026 Player Meal Experience” to be held at the clubhouse café (Nov. 7)
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株式会社鹿島アントラーズFC will hold the “2026 Player Meal Experience” at the clubhouse café on November 7, giving supporters the chance to try meals served to 鹿島アントラーズ players.
[エフピコ New Product Information] Presentation makes the difference in sales. Launch of high-value-added salad containers, the “AP Rich Bowl Series”
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株式会社エフピコ has launched the “AP Rich Bowl Series,” a new product for the high-value-added salad market. The containers have 4 features, including a deep bowl shape and compatibility with dressing cups, and use the environmentally conscious material “Eco APET®” to reduce CO2 emissions by about 30%.
Donations through next-generation credit card “Nudge” surpass 80,000
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ナッジ株式会社 announced that donations made through its next-generation credit card “Nudge” have exceeded 80,000. It extended the donation periods for support for the Noto Peninsula earthquake and humanitarian aid for Ukraine through the end of August 2027, and launched a new Kumamoto Earthquake Recovery Support club.
Facts
The cumulative total exceeded 85,871
Total donations reached 842,307 yen
The donation periods for these causes have been extended through the end of August 2027
A new “Kumamoto Earthquake Recovery Support” club was launched on August 19, 2026
Make autumn listening even richer: JBL Autumn Sale 2026 offers up to 22% off popular wireless earbuds, portable speakers and more!
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ハーマンインターナショナル株式会社 will hold the “JBL Autumn Sale 2026,” offering up to 22% off JBL wireless earbuds, portable speakers and other products from October 1 through 28, 2026.
Facts
Starting Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
Through Wednesday, Oct. 28
No. 1 in sales volume for 8 consecutive years
More than 50 million units are in use worldwide
Has approximately 30,000 employees worldwide
Companies mentioned：ハーマンインターナショナル株式会社、JBL、BCN ランキング、トヨタ、AKG、Harman Kardon、Infinity、Lexicon、Mark Levinson、Revel、ハーマンインターナショナル（米国本社/Harman International Industries, Incorporated）
Two-day QommonsAI training in Amagasaki, Hyogo Prefecture: “It would be a waste not to use it”—private knowledge that supports practical work during budget preparation
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Polimill株式会社 held training on using generative AI tool “QommonsAI” for staff in Amagasaki, Hyogo Prefecture, on September 3 and 4, 2026. Interest in private knowledge (the RAG feature) and expectations for improving work efficiency were high during the budget preparation period.
Featured on numerous popular TV shows! Experience the spiritual counseling that leaves people saying, “So accurate it gives me chills…” Fortune-telling content supervised by Tadasuke Sato now available
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株式会社cocoloni began offering “Even the Variety Queen Raves About It on TV: [So Accurate It Gives Me Chills…] Tadasuke Sato,” fortune-telling content produced by 株式会社ベルシステム24 and supervised by Tadasuke Sato, on cocoloni Fortune-Telling Hall Moon from September 30, 2026.
How children can spend their holidays: Veterinarian Experience School departing October 17
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株式会社プラスワン教育 will hold its “Veterinarian Experience School” at Wanwan Zoo in Okazaki, Aichi Prefecture, starting October 17, 2026. The 1-night, 2-day tour for elementary school students includes hands-on career experience with practicing veterinarians and time with dogs. The fee is 53,900 yen.
All-you-can-eat premium sushi featuring 50 items for 3,900 yen! Returning in October! All-you-can-eat fatty tuna, sea urchin and salmon roe! A lavish gourmet experience, weekdays only, limited to the first 5 groups each day—book before it’s gone! [FUJIYAMA TOKYO Akihabara and Shinjuku]
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FUJIYAMA TOKYO Akihabara Main Store and Shinjuku East Exit Store, operated by 株式会社Globridge, will offer an all-you-can-eat plan featuring 50 premium sushi items for 3,900 yen on weekdays in October 2026. Limited to the first 5 groups each day; reservations are available only through 食べログ.
[にじさんじ] Popular unit “MECHATU-A” to livestream its first in-person concert on ニコニコ on October 10
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株式会社ドワンゴ announced that the first in-person concert by “MECHATU-A,” a unit of 8 male streamers from the VTuber group にじさんじ, will be held at Kアリーナ横浜 on October 10, 2026, and streamed in its entirety on ニコニコ生放送.
[Reservation rate above 97%!] A new fitness × healthy karaoke experience! “FIT-VOICE” is being rolled out at new locations one after another following an enthusiastic response!
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The healthy karaoke service “FIT-VOICE,” available at FIT-EASY amusement fitness clubs operated by フィットイージー株式会社, has been a hit. With reservation rates running high, its rollout is expanding to new locations across Japan.
No need to worry about where to put toilet paper or wet wipes when the water is shut off. “Foldable Emergency Toilet EX,” equipped with a side table and holder, wins the Idea Award at Disaster Prevention Goods Awards 2026
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“Foldable Emergency Toilet EX” and “Emergency Toilet Premium Set PRO + Set Items,” from “SONAERU,” the disaster-preparedness line of outdoor brand PYKES PEAK operated by Fun Standard株式会社, won the Idea Award and Excellence Award, respectively, at Disaster Prevention Goods Awards 2026, organized by 一般社団法人災害防止研究所. The new products feature a side table and holder and are scheduled to go on sale in October.
Facts
Disaster Prevention Goods Awards 2026
Load capacity: 100 kg
Static load test applying a load of 250 kg for 48 hours
A one-of-a-kind fantastical tale by rising artist Makurakuruma reaches its triumphant conclusion. “Noah’s Taxidermy,” Volume 2, goes on sale October 22 (Thu.); signing events also announced
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株式会社パイ インターナショナル will release the second volume of “Noah’s Taxidermy” by Makurakuruma on October 22, 2026, and hold signing events in Tokyo and Osaka.
[Original survey] Latest for 2026: Ranking of restaurants popular with foreign visitors [Asakusa edition] No. 1 is “浅草牛かつ 分店”! Inbound restaurant popularity ranking, MEO
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株式会社mov conducted an original survey based on reviews by inbound visitors (foreigners) of restaurants in Asakusa through 訪日ラボ and 口コミコム, and announced its TOP 10 ranking of popular restaurants among inbound visitors, with 浅草牛かつ 分店 in first place.
Facts
Restaurants in Asakusa (2,303 locations)
Total reviews (including Japanese): 9,656
Reviews in foreign languages: 6,666
374 reviews in foreign languages in 1 month
Connected to 32 websites, including the company’s own website
“有野屋書店 ２号店,” a manga talk variety show hosted by Shinya Arino and EIKI, will begin streaming exclusively on FOD, operated by フジテレビ, at 18:00 on September 30. The first guest is Kuro-chan (Yasuda Dai Circus).
Special class by House of Representatives member Taku Nemoto helps students aspiring to become public servants learn the significance of work supporting the nation and local communities
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国際ビジネス公務員大学校, part of NSGグループ, welcomed House of Representatives member Taku Nemoto as a guest lecturer for a special class for public service students. Nemoto spoke about his own experience and the role of government, while students learned about the mission of public servants and contributing to their communities.
Facts
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
45 second-year public service students
14 students in the short-term public service exam preparation course
Sticker-collection RPG Bikkuriman Wonder Collection: Campaign launches ahead of the game's 2.5th anniversary! Chapter 27 of the Holy-Demon War arc, “Decisive Battle at Manshora!”, begins! New characters “Kaiki Mugal” and “Shin'innyo” arrive!
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株式会社マーベラス has launched a campaign ahead of the 2.5th anniversary of the sticker-collection RPG Bikkuriman Wonder Collection, adding new characters “Kaiki Mugal” and “Shin'innyo,” unlocking Chapter 27 of the Holy-Demon War arc, and holding various gacha draws and events.
Facts
2.5th anniversary
Chapter 27
1,500 gems
Companies mentioned：株式会社マーベラス、LOTTE、Marvelous Inc.
DMM GAMES Girls Creation - The Tale of the Maiden's Art: New artist Boshu arrives! Halloween SP campaign and “Halloween of Admiration and Distrust,” an event where players can obtain newly introduced Memories, are underway!
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DMM GAMES's Girls Creation - The Tale of the Maiden's Art, operated by 合同会社EXNOA, is adding new artist Boshu and holding a Halloween SP campaign and the event “Halloween of Admiration and Distrust.”
Facts
Sept. 30, 2026 (Wed.) 16:00
Oct. 23, 2026 (Fri.) 12:59
Oct. 14, 2026 (Wed.) 12:59
Oct. 4, 2026 (Sun.) 13:00
All 4 of those Memories
Companies mentioned：合同会社EXNOA、DMM GAMES、EXNOA LLC、Studio KUMASAN Inc.
An online lottery featuring newly drawn illustrations inspired by the ring-exchange scene at a wedding from the TV special anime The Quintessential Quintuplets＊ is now available!
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株式会社KADOKAWA will begin selling the online lottery “Melo-i Wedding Lottery,” featuring newly drawn illustrations inspired by a wedding scene from the TV special anime The Quintessential Quintuplets＊, on Sept. 30, 2026.
Announced at Visual EXPO by BRANDED SHORTS! “No One's to Blame,” depicting the struggles surrounding same-sex marriage, wins the top Branded Shorts of the Year National Award
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Originalアジア最大級の国際短編映画祭ショートショート フィルムフェスティバル & アジアと連動する「BRANDED SHORTS」が「Visual EXPO by BRANDED SHORTS」へと進化し、9月29日のアワードセレモニーで国内外654作品から各賞を選出。Branded Shorts of the Year 2026ナショナル部門は公益社団法人Marriage For All Japan『誰も悪くないのにね』、インターナショナル部門はcheckyourbreasts.today『触ってみて（Feel）』が受賞。HR Best Short Awardは株式会社ティア『最期の、ありがとう。』、第15回観光映像大賞 観光庁長官賞は福島県『ふくふくの地図』が受賞。日本直販とByteDanceの新たな共同プロジェクト発表やSEKAI NO OWARI「THE CINEMA」への話題賞授与も行われた。
Facts
Selected from 654 works from Japan and abroad
This year, the 11th year since its establishment
The awards ceremony on Sept. 29 (Tue.)
25 works were nominated
15th-anniversary dome tour
The production period was about 2 years
This year, 5 works were selected as finalists
5 people were nominated
2 people won awards
Since 2016
15th Tourism Video Awards
Companies mentioned：株式会社パシフィックボイス、BRANDED SHORTS、ショートショート フィルムフェスティバル & アジア、公益社団法人Marriage For All Japan、株式会社ティア、checkyourbreasts.today、日本直販株式会社、ByteDance株式会社、株式会社コロンビアスポーツウェアジャパン、日鉄興和不動産株式会社、福島県、観光庁、LIFE LOG BOX、SEKAI NO OWARI、Akimoto Yasushi Entertainment
株式会社HYBRID launches full-scale grid-scale battery storage business, starting with the RE.U511 storage facility equipped with JC-STAR ★1-compliant systems
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株式会社HYBRID is launching a full-scale grid-scale battery storage business, starting with the RE.U511 storage facility under development in Saga, Saga Prefecture. The facility has a rated output of 2MW and storage capacity of 8MWh, uses JC-STAR ★1-compliant equipment, and is scheduled to begin operations in April 2027.
Free miso soup refills on weekdays only! Service starts Sept. 29 at 17 locations of 回転寿司やまと and おさかな食堂やまと
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ヤマトサカナ株式会社 will launch a free miso soup refill service on weekdays only at 17 locations—14 回転寿司やまと restaurants and 3 おさかな食堂やまと restaurants—from Sept. 29, 2026.
[Free admission; advance reservations on a first-come, first-served basis] Calling elementary and junior high school students in Sapporo! “Children's Surgery Experience” with lessons from a real doctor, plus a “Wellness Autumn Festival” on Oct. 12 featuring a 1-week free fitness bonus!
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The Wellness Autumn Festival will be held on Oct. 12, 2026, at ウェルネススクエア札幌, operated by 株式会社テニスラウンジ. Free activities for elementary and junior high school students will include a surgery experience led by a doctor, a medical talk, and sports activities. The first 20 participants will receive a 1-week free trial at the sports club.
[Nov. 4, Osaka] Popular Tokyo networking event for Pilates studio owners comes to JUNO PILATES's Osaka showroom. Event offers a talk session on the Korean Pilates market, roundtable discussion and networking among studio owners
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A networking event for Pilates studio owners will be held on Nov. 4, 2026, at the JUNO PILATES Osaka showroom. The event will feature a talk session on the Korean market, equipment demonstrations and a roundtable discussion. Organized by イエデスタ, it is an Osaka edition of an event that has been well received in Tokyo.
Facts
About 40 Pilates machines
Admission: 6,000 yen (tax included)
Capacity: 30 people
Participation fee: 8,800 yen (tax included)
Capacity: limited to 10 people
Involved in launching more than 120 studios nationwide
Involved in introducing products to more than 1,000 locations in Japan
A total of 3,500 copies published
Companies mentioned：株式会社JUNO、JUNO PILATES、イエデスタ、Balanced Body
[Free admission, Sapporo] Make Sports Day a family outing! “Wellness Day Autumn Festival,” offering fun for 3 generations from children to seniors, to be held on Oct. 12 (Mon., national holiday)!
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The free family event “Wellness Day Autumn Festival” will be held on Oct. 12 at ウェルネススクエア札幌, operated by 株式会社テニスラウンジ. It will offer a variety of activities, including tennis experiences and medical programs.
Muture joins “Public-Private Partnership Front Fukui,” established by Fukui Bank, Fukui Shimbun and Fukui Prefecture, as a support partner
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株式会社Muture will join “Public-Private Partnership Front Fukui,” a public-private partnership community established by Fukui Bank, Fukui Shimbun and Fukui Prefecture, as a support partner. A kickoff conference will be held on Nov. 4, aiming to solve regional challenges through collaboration between urban companies and local communities.
“Chichibu Night Walk: Autumn Night Pilgrimage Tour with a Buddhist Priest ～Year of the Horse Grand Opening Edition～” to be held for 3 sessions starting Oct. 10. Visit the illuminated Chichibu pilgrimage temples and Chichibu Shrine carrying a paper lantern
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一般社団法人秩父地域おもてなし観光公社 will hold “Chichibu Night Walk: Autumn Night Pilgrimage Tour with a Buddhist Priest ～Year of the Horse Grand Opening Edition～” for 3 sessions starting Oct. 10, 2026. Participants will visit the illuminated Chichibu pilgrimage temples and Chichibu Shrine carrying paper lanterns. The participation fee is ¥3,000.
＜Through Oct. 11＞ EKATO RITUAL HOUSE, a limited-time store offering a self-care experience in Harajuku, opens today
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Self-care brand EKATO is opening the limited-time store “EKATO RITUAL HOUSE” in Jingumae, Harajuku, from Sept. 30 to Oct. 11. Visitors can try carbon dioxide packs and other products, and enjoy a collaboration menu with 〈hug.〉 and purchase benefits.
Branding company playful arc, which uses podcasts to convey the distinctive character of business leaders and organizations, is established; Takashi Sano, representative of TALENT / Play Robotics, joins as a partner
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Branding company playful arc was established on June 11, 2026, and Takashi Sano, representative of 株式会社TALENT and 株式会社Play Robotics, joined as a partner.
A sudden call from a resignation agency: What should a company do? A practical guide explaining how to respond as the “employer” goes on sale!
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“The Employer’s Guide to Resignation Agencies,” a practical book explaining resignation agencies from the perspective of employers who have to deal with them, will be published by 株式会社リーダーブックス. It was written by Yoshito Hasegawa and is scheduled for publication on Sept. 29, 2026.
End the “Where’s that app?” scramble at the register — Free app “イマドレ！” now available
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株式会社デジタルアドバンテージ has launched “イマドレ！,” a free smartphone app that puts an end to searching for apps at the register. It lists official apps for chain stores near your current location and helps users launch or install them.
Three full-length “BE:FIRST” live performance videos to be shown on the large-screen “ユニカビジョン” in front of Seibu-Shinjuku Station
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株式会社ユニカ will screen 3 full-length “BE:FIRST” live performance videos on the large-screen “ユニカビジョン” in front of Seibu-Shinjuku Station from Oct. 2 to 7, 2026.
A booklet showcasing the appeal of Hanshin Modernism, “Tracing Memories: A Neighborhood Walk,” and a sticker rally to be held starting Oct. 1
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阪神間連携ブランド発信協議会 will distribute the “Tracing Memories: A Neighborhood Walk” booklet and hold a sticker rally along the Hanshin Electric Railway and Hankyu Railway lines starting Oct. 1.
Facts
Print run: 30,000 copies
With sticker rally (see below): 10,000 copies
Without sticker rally: 20,000 copies
Featuring 6 architectural landmarks and restaurants
New advances in drug discovery to combat antimicrobial-resistant bacteria—Efficient synthesis of novel inhibitors through amino acid mapping—〔大阪大学, 岡山大学, 近畿大学, 微生物化学研究所, 九州大学〕
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A joint research group from 大阪大学, 岡山大学, 近畿大学, 微生物化学研究所 and 九州大学 used a novel computational method called amino acid mapping (AAM) to identify a new compound, the “Hbox inhibitor,” from 12 million compounds. It inhibits histidine kinase, which is involved in drug resistance in pathogenic bacteria. The inhibitor has bactericidal effects against multidrug-resistant bacteria and suppresses pathogenicity and resistance, raising hopes for its use as a next-generation antimicrobial drug.
A case study on 南海バス’s uniform renewal has been featured on the “UNIQLO UNIFORM” website
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南海バス announced that its uniform-renewal case study has been featured on the website of ユニクロ’s corporate service, “UNIQLO UNIFORM.” The new uniforms are scheduled to be introduced from October 2026, with improvements to comfort and functionality.
Oden with shellfish broth and charcoal-grilled game meat skewers: “new eight” opens in Gakugei-daigaku on October 1
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株式会社シクロ will open a new restaurant, “new eight,” near Gakugei-daigaku Station on Oct. 1, 2026. It will serve oden made with shellfish broth and charcoal-grilled game meat skewers, along with craft beer from its own brewery, Derailleur Brew Works.
Application of the Disaster Relief Act for damage caused by Typhoon No. 18 in Reiwa 8
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株式会社WOWOW has set up a toll-free number exclusively for disaster-related inquiries from subscribers in areas covered by the Disaster Relief Act due to damage caused by Typhoon No. 18 in Reiwa 8 (Tokunoshima Town, Oshima County, Kagoshima Prefecture).
[2026 Junior High School Boys Mr. Contest] 13 finalists announced
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The 13 finalists in the “2026 Junior High School Boys Mr. Contest,” hosted by 株式会社with t, have been announced. The final judging begins on October 10, and the Grand Prix winner will receive prize money of 500,000 yen, among other awards.
Facts
13 finalists
118 semifinalists
Prize money of 500,000 yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社with t、ミクチャ、candy magic、eプリ、TGC teen
The second “Yume-Machi Action Team: Let’s Decorate the Train Car Wash Wall!” event will be held on Sunday, November 1, at Hankyu Railway’s Katsura Depot! Applications open on the official website on Monday, October 5.
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Hankyu Hanshin Holdings will hold the second “Yume-Machi Action Team” art workshop at Hankyu Railway’s Katsura Depot on November 1, where participants will create a mural on the wall of a train car wash.
Facts
Sunday, Nov. 1
Monday, October 5
31 people took part
Approximately 5 meters wide × approximately 4 meters high
Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
10：00～15：00
10 junior high school students and older, including adults
[NIPPONIA HOTEL 函館 港町] Four accommodation plans featuring canoe tours of Hakodate’s natural surroundings with local guides now on sale
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風のヘリテージ株式会社 has begun selling 4 accommodation plans, including canoe experiences, at NIPPONIA HOTEL 函館 港町, which it operates, in partnership with HAKODATE ADVENTURE TOUR.
Facts
5.04 million tourists visited Hakodate in fiscal 2025
Average stay: 1.37 nights
Target: 1.48 nights
4 accommodation plans
Price: from 61,420 yen
Price: from 47,350 yen
Price: from 40,640 yen
Price: from 51,350 yen
9 guest rooms
There are 119 historic buildings
Companies mentioned：風のヘリテージ株式会社、NIPPONIA HOTEL 函館 港町、HAKODATE ADVENTURE TOUR、バリューマネジメントグループ、バリューマネジメント株式会社
Tokyo Christmas Market in Shin-Toyosu & Shiba Park [Advance reservation tickets go on sale October 1!] 2026 mug designs also announced! Copy
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Advance reservation tickets for the Shin-Toyosu and Shiba Park venues of Tokyo Christmas Market 2026 go on sale October 1. Mug designs exclusive to each venue and the height of the pyramid have also been announced.
Facts
36 days
92 countries
More than 550 cities
Companies mentioned：株式会社ビー・エフ・シー、KKday、APAMAN株式会社、KKDAY JAPAN
国土緑化株式会社 will open グリーン・ポケット栃木店, the first foliage plant rental shop in Tochigi Prefecture, in Tochigi City on October 13, 2026. Founded in 1977, the company will celebrate its 50th anniversary next year and operates approximately 60 stores nationwide.
“Lift ticket prices frozen” despite rising costs! But investment in facilities won’t be spared! Yachiho Kogen Ski Resort plans to open November 30 for the 2026-27 season
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アドバンス株式会社 will keep lift ticket prices unchanged for the 2026-27 season at Yachiho Kogen Ski Resort while actively investing in facilities, including artificial snowmaking equipment and snow groomers. It aims to open on November 30 and operate through mid-April.
TOPPANホールディングス株式会社 published the “Integrated Report 2026” and “Sustainability Data Book 2026” on September 30, making them available on its corporate website to strengthen engagement with stakeholders, including shareholders and investors. Centered on the Medium-Term Management Plan 2028 and the company’s vision for fiscal 2031, both reports detail its growth strategy and sustainability management initiatives.
Tokyu Re・Design handles design and construction; Seiwa Sogo Tatemono’s rental housing property Stella Maison Himonya earns BELS rating
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The whole-building renovation of “Stella Maison Himonya,” a rental housing property owned by Seiwa Sogo Tatemono and designed and built by 株式会社東急Ｒｅ・デザイン, received a BELS rating of 2 stars for primary energy consumption performance (14% reduction, BEI 0.86).
October 29 (Thursday): AndTech WEB online seminar, “Trends in the Space Business Market, Use of Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) Products, Approaches to Reliability and Quality, and Key Points for Entering the Business,” to be held via Zoom
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株式会社AndTech plans to hold a Zoom online seminar on October 29, 2026, explaining trends in the space business market, the use of commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) products, reliability and quality, and key considerations for entering the business.
13 finalists selected from 129 semi-finalists have been announced for the “JC Miss Contest 2026,” a competition exclusively for junior high school girls organized by 株式会社with t. The final judging will take place on October 10, 2026, and the Grand Prix winner is scheduled to receive prize money of 500,000 yen, among other prizes.
Facts
13 finalists
129 semi-finalists
Prize money of 500,000 yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社with t、ミクチャ、candy magic、eプリ、TGC teen 2027、ABEMA
“いい屋根屋社中,” a general incorporated association, launches to improve regional disaster preparedness and establish the social standing of roofing contractors
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いい屋根屋社中, a general incorporated association, registered its establishment on May 28, 2026. It aims to improve regional disaster preparedness and establish the standing of roofing businesses by addressing challenges in the roofing industry, including reliance on post-disaster repairs and opaque business practices.
Facts
Dated May 28, 2026
16 roofing companies from across Japan have come together
[45% OFF for a limited time] High performance for just 10,900 yen! DOOGEE’s latest “W1 LITE Smartwatch” on limited-time sale at Amazon
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Global smart device brand DOOGEE is offering its latest smartwatch, the “W1 LITE,” in a limited-time sale at Amazon. It is available for 10,900 yen, 45% off its regular price of 19,800 yen, through October 25, 2026.
[アルマーニ / カフェ 表参道] A rich lingering finish, layered with the bounty of autumn — October-only “Anno Imo Sweet Potato and Persimmon Parfait”
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アルマーニ/カフェ表参道 is offering its “Anno Imo Sweet Potato and Persimmon Parfait” for October only. It costs 3,200 yen, including tax and excluding service charge. It will be available from October 1 through 31, 2026.
医療法人みそら to open “みそら訪問デンタルクリニック” in Ibaraki City on October 1
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医療法人みそら will open みそら訪問デンタルクリニック in Ibaraki City, Osaka Prefecture, on October 1, 2026, and begin providing dental care at patients’ homes and senior care facilities. The clinic will be headed by Misaki Shiba and will work with the group’s dental laboratory to provide support for home-based care.
[Okayama University] Holds the 10th Public Forum of the China Branch of the Society for Business Management that Values People — discussing how to put “management that values people” into practice with local companies
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On September 18, 2026, 国立大学法人岡山大学 co-hosted the 10th Public Forum of the China Branch of 一般社団法人人を大切にする経営学会, where participants discussed the practice of “management that values people” with local companies.
東西医学統合医療センター to hold outreach lectures and hands-on events
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As part of its community engagement, 筑波技術大学 will hold outreach lectures and hands-on events hosted by the 東西医学統合医療センター, affiliated with the Faculty of Health Sciences, in October and November 2026 and February 2027.
[Limited edition for autumn] F CHOCOLAT introduces a cheese terrine combining seasonal pears and raisins! Introducing “Japanese Pear Cheese Terrine with Fragrant Rum”.
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株式会社アイフォレスト will begin selling “Japanese Pear Cheese Terrine with Fragrant Rum” on October 1, 2026, as a limited autumn offering.
Authentic shochu “茜風(あかねかぜ)43” wins the top “Magnifica Award” and “Best Design Award” at the Milano Sake Challenge 2026 in Italy
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Honbo Shuzo’s authentic shochu “茜風(あかねかぜ)43” won the top “Magnifica Award” in the authentic shochu and awamori category, as well as the top design judging prize, the “Best Design Award,” at the Milano Sake Challenge 2026, held in Milan, Italy.
One-stop support, from organizing DX promotion challenges to AI adoption — クロスキャット completely revamps its “CC-Dash” website
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株式会社クロスキャット has completely revamped the service website for its DX promotion support framework, “CC-Dash,” reorganizing it around the data utilization process.
クロスキャット launches “CC-Dash AI Timetable” to help streamline and standardize complex scheduling operations
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株式会社クロスキャット began offering “CC-Dash AI Timetable” in October to streamline complex scheduling operations, including university timetables, work shifts, and production schedules.
Facts
Available from October
From 2.4 million yen (excluding tax) / from 1 month
テラドローングループ enters Europe’s wildfire monitoring and emergency response market, securing its first “Drone-in-a-Box” order and beginning operations in Calabria, Italy
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テラドローングループ has entered Europe’s wildfire monitoring and emergency response market through its subsidiary Unifly and begun operating “Drone-in-a-Box” in Calabria, Italy.
Enjoy, relax, connect. Creating a new hub for exchange in Musashi-Sakai.
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JR東日本 plans to begin construction in October 2026 on a station building east of Musashi-Sakai Station. JR Chuo Line Community Design will operate the commercial facilities, while Nihon Hotel will run the hotel, with the aim of enhancing the value of the railway corridor.
Facts
Construction will begin in October 2026 on the “(tentative name) Musashi-Sakai Station East Station Building,” directly connected to Musashi-Sakai Station.
Noctarica and Ariashika appear in White Cat Project NEW WORLD'S! The “White Cat Music Festival” commemorative event “CurtainCall Symphony: The Melody of Endings and Beginnings” begins!
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株式会社コロプラ is holding a new event, “CurtainCall Symphony: The Melody of Endings and Beginnings,” in the smartphone RPG White Cat Project NEW WORLD'S, featuring ノクタリカ and アリアシカ.
Mizuki Tsujimura’s Fire Dome wins the 39th Shibata Renzaburo Award
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Mizuki Tsujimura’s new novel Fire Dome has won the 39th Shibata Renzaburo Award. The bestseller reached cumulative circulation of 350,000 copies within 1 month of publication.
Facts
39th Shibata Renzaburo Award
A work commemorating 22 years since the author’s debut
Daio explains Fukuoka’s real estate market: Executive Managing Director Hideki Nakajima discusses trends in retail and housing
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Hideki Nakajima, Executive Managing Director of 株式会社大央, was featured in the 2026 special issue of Monthly Property Management, published by 綜合ユニコム, where he discussed Fukuoka’s real estate market. Commercial properties remain strong, with an occupancy rate of 97%, while rents for new homes are rising but sales are slowing. The article highlights Shintencho Shopping Street as an area to watch.
Water-free film-type supplement that dissolves on the tongue, “LUCOL (ルコル),” to launch September 30
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GREX株式会社 will launch “LUCOL Film 01 Yellow,” a film-type supplement that dissolves on the tongue without water, on Amazon and Qoo10 on September 30, 2026. It contains 130mg of glutathione-containing yeast extract powder (equivalent to 65mg of glutathione), among other ingredients, and is manufactured at a plant in South Korea.
Enjoy lasting peace of mind for 3 years at a great online price: ソニー損保 launches sales of its “long-term auto insurance (3-year contract)”
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Sony Assurance will begin selling 3-year long-term auto insurance online on October 1, 2026. Premiums for all 3 years are set at the time of signing, reducing the hassle of renewal procedures. In addition, policyholders will receive a “safe driving bonus” equal to 15% of their premium if they have no accidents that lower their insurance class.
Online event on October 16 (Friday) from 17:00! Get an early look at an undisclosed new project: “Trailer house investment” leveraging profitability, land use and depreciation
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株式会社ゴールドオンライン will hold a free online webinar on trailer house investment from 17:00 on October 16, featuring Maki Hagiwara of ソラナリゾート株式会社 as the instructor.
“Just like apple juice.” A limited-time Fuji apple flavor is here from VICOLA’s clear beauty protein, challenging expectations about protein!
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株式会社VICOLA will launch a limited-time Fuji apple flavor of its clear beauty protein, “VICOLA Collagen Protein,” supervised by influencer Miyako, on October 7, 2026.
ジョンソンコントロールズ株式会社 held a 5 Days Internship from August to September for students scheduled to graduate in 2028, with approximately 60 students participating.
An era of religious crisis—revitalize churches with “new funerals.” Christian funeral specialist launches “Chapel Ceremony in Your Town” service!
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株式会社ライフワークス has launched a new service for local residents, “Chapel Ceremony in Your Town,” to address the crisis facing churches. It aims to expand nationwide, with 茗荷谷キリスト教会 in Bunkyo Ward, Tokyo, as its base.
Facts
In 2025, Japan recorded 1,589,489 deaths
More than 50 percent of Japanese people get married in a chapel
Christian churches operate at approximately 8,000 locations across Japan
Encompasses more than 300 churches and mission stations across Japan
A network of more than 700 Protestant churches nationwide
New photoreaction enables construction of nitrogen-containing cyclic organic compounds inside cells — potential application as a tool for controlling drug effects with light [岡山大学, 東北大学]
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A joint research group from 岡山大学 and 東北大学 has developed a new photochemical reaction that generates amidinyl radicals under biological conditions through light irradiation, enabling the construction inside cells of aminophenanthridine structures found in pharmaceuticals. The technology is expected to be useful for the spatiotemporal control of pharmacologically active molecules and the development of treatments with fewer side effects.
The headmark design for the “Yume-Machi Action” train has been decided! It will begin appearing on Hankyu and Hanshin trains from October 1 (Thursday).
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Hankyu Hanshin Holdings announced that it has selected a total of 4 designs from public submissions for the headmarks of the “Yume-Machi Action” trains, which began operating in April 2026, and will begin displaying them on Hankyu and Hanshin trains on October 1.
[National Film Archive of Japan] 川喜多記念映画文化財団 and 国立映画アーカイブ sign memorandum on partnership
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公益財団法人川喜多記念映画文化財団 and 国立映画アーカイブ signed a memorandum on partnership dated August 4, 2026. Through cooperation on preserving and utilizing films and related materials, public screenings and exhibitions, and international exchange, the two organizations aim to nurture future creators and audiences.
Facts
August 4, 2026
Opened in 1952
December 1960
From 1962 to 63
1970
1982
Since 2011
In 2018
More than 90,000 films in the collection
The collection of film-related materials has reached more than 1 million items
“Trickcal: Chubby Cheek Operation”: From an Unknown Game to No. 3 in Sales Rankings
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bilibili, which operates the global version of “Trickcal: Chubby Cheek Operation,” marks its 1st anniversary. The article looks at how the game reached No. 3 in the App Store game sales rankings and its promotional strategy built around co-creation with players.
Facts
No. 3 in the App Store game sales rankings
In 2026, the global version of “Trickcal” marked its 1st anniversary
Reached a high of No. 2 in Japan’s X trends
Reached a high of No. 3 in global trends
Total views have also surpassed 500,000
Companies mentioned：BILIBILI HK LIMITED、bilibili、EPID Games