One year after launching its business, AAIP appoints former 日本HP e-commerce business division head 矢田龍生 as CRO (chief revenue officer) to build a system for delivering generative AI support
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株式会社Advanced AI Partners（AAIP）announced that, effective October 1, 2026, it will welcome 矢田龍生, former head of the e-commerce business division at 日本HP, as CRO and shift its organization toward a system for delivering generative AI support.
Facts
The rate of generative AI adoption and promotion among Japanese companies has reached 87%
10% said the results were “far exceeding expectations”
United States (42%)
To date, we have provided generative AI training and adoption support to more than 1,000 people
Companies and organizations with sales of at least 50 billion yen
5 strong partner companies
50 client companies
Companies mentioned：株式会社Advanced AI Partners、AAIP、PwC Japanグループ、FOLIOグループ、AlpacaTech株式会社、アンダーセン・コンサルティング、アクセンチュア、日本マイクロソフト、アドビ システムズ、日本HP
【Chōja no Mori】Overcoming the typhoon, September sales hit “228% of the previous year's level”! Holding the autumn foliage illumination event “長者じゃNighT 2026” to brighten autumn nights!
VANES株式会社 to change its name to “株式会社イノベーション総合研究所” effective October 1—From supporting connections between talent and companies to becoming a professional team that advances new businesses
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VANES株式会社 will change its name to 株式会社イノベーション総合研究所 effective October 1, 2026, and shift to a system providing end-to-end support spanning recruitment, planning, validation, development and sales for new businesses.
株式会社清和ビジネス announced that it will relocate its headquarters in April 2027 from the Tokyo Tatemono Muromachi Building in Muromachi, Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, to TOFROM YAESU TOWER, a complex directly connected to Tokyo Station.
【Still in Osaka's Fukushima district】Launches Imabari towel handkerchief to mark 1st anniversary
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Still, a dry head spa salon operated by 合同会社ASP, marked its 1st anniversary since opening in August 2025 and released 8 types of reversible handkerchiefs certified by the Imabari Towel brand to commemorate the occasion.
Facts
Marked its 1st anniversary
8 types of reversible handkerchiefs
I devoted myself to baseball for 3 years
Size: 23cm × 23cm
The art of towel-making has been passed down for more than 120 years
A night cruise surrounded by the sparkle of shopping streets and soft lights. The “大人のひょうたんランプ運河散歩,” adding color to long autumn nights, sets sail for the first time!
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The night cruise 秋の夜長 花灯りの航路 IN ISHIKAWACHO, organized in collaboration with 横浜市観光協会’s 花の港, will make its maiden voyage on October 10, 2026. Departing from the Ishikawacho Felice Pier, it will offer a cruise of about 30 minutes aboard e-Float Terrace, a vessel equipped with ヤマハ発動機’s next-generation electric propulsion system HARMO. The fare is 3,500 yen (tax included).
Half price on all menu items for children in elementary school and younger! A regular eel rice bowl at Miyanosawa eel specialty restaurant うなぎのさわべ for 1,040 yen! October 1–30
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うなぎのさわべ, an eel specialty restaurant in Miyanosawa, Nishi-ku, Sapporo, will run a campaign from October 1 to 30, 2026, offering all menu items at half price when ordered by children in elementary school and younger.
Japan-born broadcast pet media service PET TV+ reaches 119 countries and regions 3 weeks after its U.S.-first launch—distribution agreements signed with 3 platforms in Europe and Asia
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PET TV+, a pet-focused FAST media service from プリファードメディア株式会社, expanded to 119 countries and regions 3 weeks after its U.S.-first launch and signed distribution agreements with 3 platforms: Zito Media, Netgem TV & PLEIO, and Coolita Channel.
Facts
119 countries and regions
3 weeks
3 distribution platforms
Sept. 8, 2026
Approximately 3 months ahead of schedule
More than 10 countries
Until March 2027
More than 30 platforms
The first 4 platforms
Over 2 years and 3 months
Reduced to 1/5 or less
By March 2027
Increase to 3
By the end of 2027
7 channels in total
More than 50 distribution platforms
December 1, 2023
5 million yen
Companies mentioned：プリファードメディア株式会社、Amazon、Amagi、Zito Media、Netgem TV & PLEIO、PLEIO、Coolita Channel、Coolita OS
Rethinking the “right answer” on beauty in the social media era. 特定非営利活動法人ビューファ to hold an interactive event exploring lookism, “Beaufa-Lab at GEOC Vol.2『美しさの正解って、誰が決めた？』”
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特定非営利活動法人ビューファ will hold the interactive event “Beaufa-Lab at GEOC Vol.2” at GEOC on October 17, 2026, where participants will consider lookism and standards of beauty.
Launching ahead of the April 2027 legal revision at a group home in Shiga. Putting lifelong learning into practice for people with severe disabilities or intractable diseases
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株式会社TANEBI and 一般社団法人じゅう楽 will launch a 5-month pilot project in Shiga Prefecture to put lifelong learning into practice for people with severe disabilities or intractable diseases, ahead of the April 2027 legal revision.
[Cut information search time by 75%] VNEXT JAPAN launches V-Brain, an enterprise AI knowledge platform
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VNEXT JAPAN株式会社 announced that it will launch V-Brain, an enterprise AI knowledge platform that uses AI to consolidate documents and expertise scattered across companies, on October 1, 2026. Following an early deployment within the company, it successfully cut information search time by 75%.
Facts
75% reduction in information search time
Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
Using data from 150 employees and 30,000 records in-house
National tournament marking the launch of fishing catch-sharing community Tsuri Baka Koshien's new SNS Mode, which lets users post catches one at a time on the spot, opens today
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Tsuri Baka Koshien has launched its new SNS Mode and is holding a national tournament with total prize money of ¥160,000 to mark the launch.
Facts
Total prize money: 160,000 yen
Today, October 1, 2026
Oct. 31
Total prize money: ¥160,000
Companies mentioned：株式会社 Direct Stock Japan、Amazon
Gifu youth challenge support program BEANS FUND opens applications from Oct. 1 (Thu)
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NPO法人G-net is launching an open call for BEANS FUND, a local youth support program for people in their teens and 20s in Gifu, marking the organization's 25th anniversary. The program provides activity funding of up to ¥500,000 for the general category and up to ¥300,000 for the U18 category, along with mentor support. Applications open on October 1, 2026.
Toward the industrialization of laser fusion energy
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一般社団法人J-LiFE産業推進機構 was established in July 2026 and will begin full-scale activities in October toward the practical application and industrialization of laser fusion energy.
Monthly Fan Ranking marks its 4th year with the introduction of a Hall of Fame! Votes for your favorite become a token of support
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センイルJAPAN will introduce a new Hall of Fame system on October 1, 2026, to mark the 3rd anniversary of its user-voting media platform, Monthly Fan Ranking. Users who take 1st place a total of 2 times will be inducted. Cumulative votes have reached approximately 40,000.
Facts
Cumulative votes: 39,754
Collected 4,129 votes in 7 days
Has received 2,371 votes
After taking 1st place a total of 2 times
For 3 years after induction into the Hall of Fame
Broadcasting costs are ¥1,000 off
Broadcasting costs will be ¥3,000 off
Companies mentioned：株式会社IW、センイルJAPAN、CSビジョン、Hisaya Central Vision、YUNIKA VISION、ME TOKYO、ME:I
Live Search partners with イタンジ, making property photos for more than 100,000 rooms nationwide available for purchase through ITANDI BB
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Original株式会社Live Searchとイタンジ株式会社が提携し、2026年10月1日よりリアルタイム不動産業者間サイト「ITANDI BB」において、Live Searchが保有する全国10万部屋以上の物件写真データベースから写真・間取り図を1部屋単位の完全従量課金で購入できるサービス「ITANDI BB 物件写真購入 powered by Live Search」の提供を開始する。
Facts
Property photos for more than 100,000 rooms nationwide
From Oct. 1, 2026
Approximately 40 sheets per 1 room
Inquiries and the conversion rate each increased 1.2 times
[Claude Sonnet 5.5] A new Claude-based LLM will be added to municipal AI zevo on September 30, 2026!
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シフトプラス株式会社 announced that it began offering Anthropic社’s new model, “Claude Sonnet 5.5,” through “Municipal AI zevo,” a generative AI system for local governments jointly developed with 都城市, on September 30, 2026. It is available at no additional cost under the basic plan.
Facts
More than 30% faster than Sonnet 5
Costs for the same tasks have also been reduced by up to 30%
Context window — input: 1M
Output: 128K
Knowledge cutoff: June 2026
More than 520 municipalities, from Hokkaido to Kyushu, have adopted the system
Manages approximately 50% of donation amounts across Japan
Dynamic Map Platform presents digital twin applications for developing autonomous driving AI using real-world data at “dSPACE Japan User Conference 2026”
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At dSPACE Japan User Conference 2026, Dynamic Map Platform presented support for autonomous driving AI development through the integration of its “Simulation-ready World” digital twin environment, which uses high-precision 3D data and 3DGS, with dSPACE simulation software “AURELION.”
[RAMEN TECH 2026 Side Event] キャンプ女子株式会社 to hold “GOOD MORNING FUKUOKA vol.1,” a morning meetup, on October 7. Theme: “How to get selected in AI search”
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キャンプ女子株式会社 will hold the morning meetup “GOOD MORNING FUKUOKA vol.1” at ザ・リッツ・カールトン福岡 on October 7, 2026. The theme is “How to get selected in AI search,” with co-representative 柴垣道宏 as the speaker. All 10 places are filled, and a cancellation waiting list is open.
イタンジ株式会社 will begin offering “ITANDI BB Property Photo Purchase powered by Live Search,” a property photo purchase option integrated with Live Search on “ITANDI BB,” starting October 1, 2026.
Facts
From Oct. 1, 2026
No. 1 in market share for 2 consecutive years
A property photo database covering more than 100,000 rooms nationwide
Approximately 40 sheets per 1 room
157% growth year over year
No. 1 in usage rate for 4 consecutive years
Approximately 1.13 million cases per year
Approximately 430,000 cases per year
Reduction of approximately 12.92 million sheets of paper per year
AI facial recognition system adds 24-hour continuous recording option, enabling all footage to be recorded without recording equipment
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株式会社バルテック released the “Full Recording Option” for its AI facial recognition system “VSS-V” on July 16, 2026, adding support for 24-hour continuous recording. Equipped with 株式会社アロバ’s “アロバビュー” software, it enables video to be saved using VSS-V alone, without recording equipment.
[Reprint edition] Introducing the books being reprinted in October 2026!
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株式会社誠文堂新光社 announced that 13 books that had been out of stock for a long time will be reprinted in October 2026 and become available at bookstores and online bookstores.
All-you-can-eat sushi for the “season of appetite” and “season of sports” to be held at the Kameido Clock location on October 2; the previous event at the Tsukuba location drew lines soon after opening and accepted up to 210 groups
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ヤマトサカナ株式会社 will hold an “all-you-can-eat sushi” event at its Kameido Clock location on October 2, 2026. The previous event at the Tsukuba location accepted up to 210 groups; this event will be held at the Kameido location, which has 144 seats.
DemandMarkets株式会社 will hold the international search marketing conference “FOUND Conference 2027” in Tokyo’s Nihonbashi district on February 18 and 19, 2027. 18 speakers, including experts from マイクロソフトBing and コモン・クロール, will discuss search strategies in the AI era. Sales of super early-bird tickets have begun.
Facts
18 speakers from Japan and abroad
A 2-day event on Thursday, February 18 and Friday, 19, 2027
Limited to the first 100 people
19,800 yen
More than 300 participants
More than 10 countries and regions
We were sponsored by 9 companies
Companies mentioned：DemandMarkets株式会社、DemandSphere、マイクロソフト、Microsoft、Bing、コモン・クロール、Common Crawl Foundation、ジョン・ルイス、John Lewis Partnership、Pipedrive、Moz、SparkToro、コンデナスト、サイバーエージェント、オーバーチュア、Google、Google Cloud、電通デジタル、日本マイクロソフト、Orainti、FLOQ、Herringbone Digital、Jes Scholz Consulting、SEO Connector & Shenzhen SEO Conference、NewzDash、EKTE、Seotistics、Archer Education、Siege Media、iPullRank、ストラクチャー＆シグナルズ
With the experience of losing his piano close to heart, pianist Kosame heads to Kuma Village, Kumamoto. Free concert on October 17 by the pianist with 200,000 YouTube subscribers
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Pianist Kosame will hold a free concert in Kuma Village, Kumamoto Prefecture, on October 17, 2026. With 200,000 YouTube subscribers, Kosame will perform at Ishi no Koryukan Yamanami, drawing on the experience of losing a beloved piano and connections with disaster-affected areas.
株式会社YM COMPANY plans to open a new whole-building lodging facility in the Shimokitazawa area, with an opening planned for early 2027
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株式会社YM COMPANY is developing “LUXU Urban Shibuya,” a whole-building lodging facility in Kitazawa, Setagaya City, Tokyo (Shimokitazawa area), that can accommodate up to 12 guests. It is scheduled to open in early 2027.
Hit the road for a scenic drive in New Zealand—rental cars are now 10% off!
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株式会社パシフィックリゾート is running a campaign offering 10% off rental cars throughout New Zealand through its overseas car rental booking site, “レンタカーコンシェルジュ by Pacific Resorts.”
Facts
10% OFF
3 brands
Oct. 1, 2026
Dec. 31, 2026
May 31, 2027
1.2–1.5 times
Capital: 50 million yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社パシフィックリゾート、アラモレンタカー、エンタープライズレンタカー、ナショナルカーレンタル、Alamo Rent A Car、Enterprise Rent A Car、National Car Rental、Castle Resorts & Hotels、Sea Life Park Hawaii、Wai Kai Adventure、Coral Crater Adventure Park
[Hakata premium mentaiko] 嗣味’s “Abalone Mentaiko”! A gift or a memorable souvenir from your trip.
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嗣味, a food and retail company in Fukuoka City, has begun selling “Abalone Mentaiko,” a premium mentaiko made with farmed abalone from South Korea. It uses natural seasonings, and the spiciness can be adjusted with a sauce served separately.
Facts
There are hundreds of companies in the mentaiko business
Waters that account for approximately 80% of South Korea’s kelp and wakame production
エクレレ株式会社 has launched “THE HEADLINER PROJECT,” a corporate advertising program featuring Will Smith, and begun accepting applications in 6 countries: Japan, South Korea, Taiwan (China), Australia, India and Indonesia.
From April 2027, operating battery storage and solar power facilities will also need to meet cybersecurity requirements when replacing equipment
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EX4Energy株式会社 began full-scale deployment of its “Grid Shield EMS” service for grid-scale battery storage facilities on October 1, 2026. The service has been adopted at all 14 high-voltage grid-scale battery storage sites owned by レオ・コーポレーション, 5 of which are in operation, and supports compliance with the “JC-STAR” cybersecurity standards and operational management when equipment is replaced from April 2027 onward.
From people to systems in condominium management offices
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株式会社JBS has launched “JBS Smart Concierge,” a new service combining onsite staff, remote support, AI and digital tools to address labor shortages and rising costs in condominium management.
株式会社宝仙堂 will refresh the catchphrase for “凄十” in 2026, its 105th anniversary, and air a new TV commercial featuring MA55IVE THE RAMPAGE nationwide from October 1.
Facts
105th anniversary of founding
2026
Oct. 1, 2026
On sale September 30
Companies mentioned：株式会社宝仙堂、宝仙堂、MA55IVE THE RAMPAGE、THE RAMPAGE
オルガワークス株式会社 will launch “Reward Wagokan Gummies,” a new product from its Japanese herbal craft cola brand “日々乃コーラ,” for general sale on October 1, 2026. The product reached 539% of its target amount in an advance sale on Makuake and will be available through the official online store and select shops such as “Biople.”
Facts
Available for general sale from Thursday, October 1, 2026
With support from 311 backers
The total amount raised through purchases reached 1,619,608 yen
It has drawn a strong response, reaching 539% of its target
Combining around 20 ingredients, including Japanese herbs, spices and Setouchi lemons
Transforming corporate procurement and sales!! New bJAMP “Kaeru”® service to drive digital transformation in procurement, reduce procurement costs and expand sales channels for participating businesses! 1-year membership-fee-free campaign begins
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時事通信ビジネスサポート株式会社 will launch “bJAMP Kaeru,” a B2B e-procurement service that streamlines intercompany procurement and bidding, on October 1, 2026, and will run a campaign offering 1 year of free membership.
Facts
Available starting October 1, 2026
Initial cost: 0 yen
Monthly payment (tax included): from 22,000 yen
Monthly payment (tax included): from 5,500 yen
A usage fee of 1.5% of the contract amount will be charged
A usage fee of 1.0% of the contract amount will be charged
For applications to bJAMP Kaeru submitted by March 31, 2027
Art media outlet “Tokyo Art Beat” redesigns website for the first time in about 5 years
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“Tokyo Art Beat,” an art media outlet operated by 株式会社アートビート, has redesigned its website for the first time in about 5 years. New features include a “My Page TOP” for paid members and a list view for maps. The outlet has also established a new mission: “Be a map for journeys through art. ‘Your Map to Art.’”
A “quest-style theme park” for dogs and their owners is coming to Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse! Popular event gets a Halloween makeover: “My Dog’s Quest ~Halloween Land~” runs October 10–12
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“My Dog’s Quest ~Halloween Land~,” a fully immersive event for dogs and their owners hosted by ワンコnowa, one of Japan’s largest dog media outlets, will be held at Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse from October 10 to 12, 2026. A puzzle-solving adventure quest will be presented in collaboration with sponsor companies, offering a Halloween experience with dogs alongside a dog event held at the same time.
Facts
A special area measuring about 30 m × 20 m
October 10 (Saturday) through 12 (Monday, holiday), 2026
1 time: 1,000 yen
1 dog: 1,000 yen
More than 90 years of research on intestinal bacteria
New B2B marketplace “bJAMP® Ure-ru” opens October 1, enabling businesses to buy and sell a wide range of products and services online!! 1-year membership-fee-free campaign for sellers
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時事通信ビジネスサポート株式会社 will launch “bJAMP® Ure-ru,” a B2B marketplace for businesses, on October 1, 2026. A campaign will offer sellers 1 year of free membership for registrations made by the end of March 2027.
Facts
Coupon for 1 year of free membership from the month of registration
Launch of “Leasy,” a cloud service designed by certified public accountants to support the new lease accounting standard. As an early adoption program, all features will be available to the first 5 companies for a monthly fee of 10,000 yen
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エールアカウンティング株式会社 has launched “Leasy,” a cloud service designed by certified public accountants to support the new lease accounting standard, and will offer all features to the first 5 companies for a monthly fee of 10,000 yen as part of an early adoption program.
[Amazon 50% off flash sale] Limited-time sale on Amazon.co.jp for the 10-inch Android 16 tablet “RebotAi D101PRO”: reduced from the regular price of 23,999 yen to 11,999 yen
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RebotAi is holding a limited-time flash sale on Amazon.co.jp for its 10-inch Android 16 tablet, “RebotAi D101PRO.” It will be sold for 11,999 yen, 50% off the regular price of 23,999 yen.
Facts
50% OFF
10-inch
23,999 yen
11,999 yen
Android 16
24GB RAM
64GB storage
Up to 1TB
6000mAh
Companies mentioned：Shenzhen Yipuda Digital Technology Co., Ltd.、RebotAi、Amazon.co.jp、Google、Allwinner
72% are aware of the “duty to ensure safety when overtaking bicycles,” but understanding of the specific rules remains a challenge
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According to a survey by 株式会社サーベイリサーチセンター, 72% are aware of the “duty to ensure safety when overtaking bicycles,” which takes effect in April 2026, but understanding of the specific rules remains a challenge. More than 60% on both sides are uncomfortable sharing the road, underscoring the need for measures such as road improvements.
Real estate transaction platform “家いちば” introduces a cap on transaction fees
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家いちば株式会社 will revise its fees effective October 1, 2026, introducing a cap of 500,000 yen (before tax) on contract support fees. It will also raise the basic fee and minimum charge.
Facts
From Oct. 1, 2026
Basic fee raised from 90,000 yen to 120,000 yen (before tax)
Minimum contract support fee raised from 30,000 yen to 50,000 yen (before tax)
The contract support fee will be capped at 500,000 yen (before tax)
Enjoy Minamata’s branded pork, “モンヴェールポーク,” at the dinner buffet. A fair celebrating the flavors of local producer モンヴェール農山
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湯の児温泉 海と夕やけ, operated by 株式会社湯の児海と夕やけ, will hold a dinner buffet fair from October 1 to 31, 2026, featuring “モンヴェールポーク,” the branded pork of local producer モンヴェール農山.
令和PR speaks at training for JA public relations representatives nationwide on “Recruitment PR that appeals to people and AI”
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小澤美佳, representative of 株式会社令和PR, spoke at training hosted by JA全中 on “Recruitment PR that appeals to people and AI,” explaining the importance of first-party information and AIO strategies in the generative AI era.
A day trip from the Tokyo metropolitan area takes you above the clouds by gondola. “Premium Sea of Clouds Gondola” and “Golden Autumn Colors of 入笠草 2026” mark the climax of 入笠山’s green season
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富士見パノラマリゾート in 富士見町, 長野県, will hold “Premium Sea of Clouds Gondola” and “Golden Autumn Colors of 入笠草 2026” starting in October 2026. The winter season will open on December 12, with lift prices held steady to mark the resort’s 40th anniversary; rates for middle and high school students will also be introduced.
Facts
The sea-of-clouds occurrence rate across October to November last year was 48%
It exceeded 70% on operating days, which were weekends and holidays
Gondola service starts early in the morning at 5:30 a.m.
The gondola ride from the base station to the summit station takes approximately 15 minutes
株式会社ファストノット appoints 三好秀樹 as representative director, president and CEO
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株式会社ファストノット announced the appointment of 三好秀樹 as representative director, president and CEO to accelerate the growth of its D2C brand business and strengthen its management foundation.
Facts
7.3 million units sold cumulatively across the series
独自調査: Ranking of AI search features people would pay for; survey of 313 users
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A survey of 313 AI search users by ナレッジホールディングス found that “more accurate answers” was the feature users were most willing to pay for, and that 87.5% of respondents were willing to pay for some feature.
株式会社コマースロボティクス launches “コマースロボ Shopify connect,” which automatically syncs orders, inventory and shipping from 楽天市場 with Shopify
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株式会社コマースロボティクス launched “コマースロボ Shopify connect,” an app that automatically syncs order, inventory and shipping information from 楽天市場 with Shopify, on October 1, 2026. It is available from 10,000 yen per month (before tax) and is listed on RMSサービススクエア.
Facts
Began on October 1, 2026
Pricing starts at 10,000 yen per month (before tax)
SWAT Mobility launches AI on-demand transportation operations system for Yokohama City’s “おでかけシャトル”
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SWAT Mobility Japan株式会社 will provide its AI on-demand transportation operations system for “ふらっと羽沢・上星川,” an on-demand transportation service launching in Yokohama City on October 1, 2026.
Announcement of new management structure at Webull Securities
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Webull Securities announced a new management structure effective October 1, 2026, with 三塚英毅 becoming president and director and 小島和 becoming chairman of the board.
Spready to hold “NEXT Innovation Summit 2026 in Winter” on Friday, November 27, 2026
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Spready株式会社 will hold the free online conference “NEXT Innovation Summit 2026 in Winter” on November 27, 2026. The 8th edition will feature sessions from 宝ホールディングス, キリンビール, 日立社会情報サービス, ロート製薬, 味の素冷凍食品, OKAN and others.
Facts
Friday, Nov. 27, 2026
8th edition
Welcomed 3,264 participants
82% of attendees were engaged in new businesses in some capacity
Average satisfaction rating: 82.5%
14 sessions in total
Sold out just 4 minutes after launch
Exceeded the 100 million yen target
Total crowdfunding contributions exceeded 270 million yen
Synspective signs contract with U.S. Rocket Lab社 to launch 20 satellites
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Synspective signed a contract with U.S. Rocket Lab社 to launch 20 satellites aboard Electron rockets. The contract is the largest in the history of both companies, with launches scheduled from 2028 to 2031.
[New model] Elevate your autumn styling: エフシーエル’s versatile grille marker tape, sold out on its first release, now comes in black
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株式会社WiNEEDS HOLDINGS has updated its grille marker tape 4-piece set, which sold out on its first release, with a minor change to a black finish and began accepting preorders on September 18, 2026.
Large newly built rental apartment building DOビル東町2 scheduled for completion in March 2027 in Narita, Chiba Prefecture—160 units in total, located an 11-minute walk from Keisei Narita Station
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ANAファシリティーズ is developing DOビル東町2, a newly built rental apartment building with 160 units in Higashimachi, Narita, Chiba Prefecture, scheduled for completion in March 2027. It is an 11-minute walk from Keisei Narita Station.
[FY2027 preliminary budget request update] Government support for investment in circuit board assembly processes: subsidy trends and preparation tips for JUKI automation equipment
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株式会社補助金ポータル and JUKI株式会 will hold a free online seminar on November 10, 2026, explaining subsidy trends and preparations for automation equipment used in circuit board assembly processes, based on the FY2027 (Reiwa 9) preliminary budget request.
Turning the “Tomb of Sasaki Kojiro” into a local resource through next-generation samurai experiences: SASSEN and Cyber KASSEN experience event held in Abu, Yamaguchi Prefecture
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On September 3, 2026, 一般社団法人全日本サッセン協会 held SASSEN and Cyber KASSEN experience events in Abu, Yamaguchi Prefecture, using the “Tomb of Sasaki Kojiro” to promote local revitalization, and explored opportunities to boost tourism in collaboration with 阿武町役場.
近江ちゃんぽん亭 ビエラ大津店 celebrates its 10th anniversary with a commemorative event!
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ドリームフーズ株式会社 will hold an anniversary event on October 1, 2026, to mark the 10th anniversary of 近江ちゃんぽん亭 ビエラ大津店. Customers who order 1 noodle dish that day will receive a voucher for a free item.
Apartment AI appraisal service “CAPS” adds feature showing the net assets and available borrowing amount for owned properties
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株式会社MFS has added features to its apartment AI appraisal service “CAPS” to display the net assets of owned properties and estimate available borrowing amounts for home and investment property loans.
Facts
All 47 prefectures nationwide
Approximately 146,000 buildings
Loans of up to 3
6.1% in Tokyo’s 23 wards
7.4% nationwide
90% of the country
Capital: ¥63,542 thousand
Companies mentioned：株式会社MFS、MFS、CAPS、モゲチェック、INVASE、コンドミニアム・アセットマネジメント社、株式会社Propre Base
Water supply infrastructure supporting year-round reusable bottle use: Waterstand “Prime Stand Cool,” a water-purification dispenser for chilled and room-temperature water only, available for rental from October 1 (Thursday)
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ウォータースタンド株式会社, the exclusive Japanese distributor for Coway Co., Ltd., will begin renting the “Prime Stand Cool,” a water-purification dispenser for chilled and room-temperature water only, on October 1, 2026.
Facts
Rental service begins October 1, 2026 (Thursday)
Flat-rate rental: 5,500 yen/month (tax included)
Initial installation fee: 9,900 yen (tax included)
Both freelancers and full-time employees have considered switching work arrangements | 67.9% of freelance engineers and 45.9% of full-time employees
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A survey conducted by 株式会社Hajimari found no statistically significant difference in work-style satisfaction between full-time employees and freelance engineers, but people in both groups envy the other’s work arrangement. In particular, 67.9% of freelancers have considered becoming full-time employees, while 45.9% of full-time employees have considered going independent.
Facts
224 IT engineers
67.9% of freelancers
45.9% of full-time employees
52.6% of freelancers
46.6% of full-time employees
60.3% of freelancers
39.0% of full-time employees
89.9% of full-time employees have never considered going independent
Stayway, operator of Subsidy Cloud, opens offices in Morioka and Fukushima to strengthen business support for companies in the Tohoku region
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株式会社Stayway, operator of Subsidy Cloud, opened its Morioka branch in Morioka, Iwate Prefecture, and its Fukushima satellite office in Fukushima, Fukushima Prefecture, on October 1, 2026, to strengthen business support in the Tohoku region.
Scalp D NEXT+’s “volume-boosting” product, Carbonated Volume-Up Kenzan, appears in the “Nishida Ad” backpack advertising campaign!
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アンファー株式会社’s men’s hair care brand Scalp D NEXT+ has launched a new product, 炭酸ボリュームアップケンザン. The product will be featured in a promotional partnership through the “Nishida Ad” backpack advertising campaign of Nishida from comedy duo Lalande and on his YouTube channel.
[Available exclusively at ABCマート] Four autumn looks styled by Chiipopo with PUMA: new autumn-material and design models arrive in PUMA’s low-profile shoes!
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ABCマート is launching new models of PUMA’s low-profile shoes “SPEEDCAT,” “REPLICATCH” and “TACKLETTE,” alongside a campaign featuring model Chiipopo.
Facts
More than 1.5 million total followers across social media
Opening in Kashiwa, Chiba: Unmanned cafe 「セルフカフェフィールズ南柏店」 opens Oct. 1! Unlimited time with the purchase of 1 drink, plus a study and work space equipped with power outlets and Wi-Fi
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ウッドデザインパーク株式会社 will open a new location of its unmanned cafe 「セルフカフェ」, 「セルフカフェフィールズ南柏店」, in Kashiwa, Chiba, on October 1, 2026. Customers can use the space for an unlimited time with the purchase of 1 drink. The cafe offers a study and work space equipped with power outlets and Wi-Fi.
Facts
Operating 60 locations nationwide
Surpassed 90,000 monthly users
Grand opening in Kashiwa, Chiba, on Thursday, October 1, 2026
1-minute walk from Minami-Kashiwa Station on the Joban Line
A book on medicinal cuisine [3rd printing confirmed]: What should you eat for those symptoms? A popular illustrated guide to medicinal cuisine makes it easy to see at a glance which foods you should be eating now!
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株式会社主婦と生活社 has decided to print a 3rd edition of its book, 『症状からわかる 薬膳食材早見帖』, released in July 2026. The new edition will be published in mid-October.
[Ryohei Otani's 1st photo book] Cover image unveiled on his birthday, October 1!! An evocative expression, as if gazing toward the scenery ahead, in the Seoul neighborhood where his roots lie; a snapshot capturing a moment unlike any seen before
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Actor Ryohei Otani's 1st photo book, 『ROAD AHEAD』, will be released by 光文社 on October 17. The cover image was unveiled on his birthday, October 1. The book features scenes from the photo shoot in Seoul and a look back at his 20-year career. Autograph events are also scheduled to be held in Tokyo and Osaka.
35 days until the event: Bringing Japan's views on life and death to New York—program and participation details announced for “Memento Mori in NYC”
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YOMI International株式会社 announced the full program and participation details for the international cultural event “Memento Mori in NYC,” to be held at RESOBOX in New York on November 5 and 6, 2026. Co-hosted with 一般社団法人デスフェス and 株式会社IVORY, the event will introduce Japanese views on life and death through art and interactive experiences.
Facts
Original2026年11月5日（木）・6日（金）
Approximately 300 attendees are expected over the 2 days
More than 20 artists
Early-bird price: $20
First 100 tickets
General admission: $30
Established February 2023
Companies mentioned：YOMI International株式会社、一般社団法人デスフェス、株式会社IVORY、NY Zen Center
Powered by peace of mind and joy, let life flow. “ながれる” launches a monthly funding campaign to mark its 1st anniversary
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The multipurpose space “ながれる,” operated by 社会福祉法人子供の家ゆずり, marked its 1st anniversary and is recruiting monthly supporters. The campaign aims to build on progress in reducing its deficit and raise funds for new initiatives.
Facts
An annual deficit of 18 million yen
An annual deficit of approximately 2.3 million yen
Up to approximately 40%
More than 25 years
Established in April 2011
Opened a new location, “ながれる,” in Koto City, Tokyo, in 2025
October 2026, marking the 1st anniversary of its opening
Removing “rising IT costs” and “barriers to switching” for home-visit nursing stations! いきいきメディケアサポート launches a “3 major switching support benefits campaign,” offering free initial setup, data migration and 1 month's service
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いきいきメディケアサポート has launched a limited-time campaign for businesses considering switching to its cloud system for home-visit nursing stations, “いきいき訪看.” The campaign includes 3 major benefits: free initial setup, data migration and 1 month's service.
“Want to see a play? Take that first step.” 劇団ありがた屋 offers invitations to a dress rehearsal for its inaugural production, 『魔法少女、辞めます。』
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link-stage（縁輪合同会社） is offering invitations to a dress rehearsal of 劇団ありがた屋's inaugural production, 『魔法少女、辞めます。』, aimed at people who have never attended a stage performance, among others. The application deadline is October 7, 2026.
NECフレンドリースタフ opens the NECグループ Disability Employment Consultation Center to support employment of people with disabilities across NECグループ
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NECフレンドリースタフ will open the NECグループ Disability Employment Consultation Center on October 1, 2026, and begin providing services to 3 companies to support the expansion of employment for people with disabilities and workplace development across NECグループ.
New leather items created in collaboration with pro baseball team 福岡ソフトバンクホークス and OJAGA DESIGN
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株式会社ヒキダシ will release 7 new leather items featuring mascot characters, created in collaboration with leather brand OJAGA DESIGN, produced by オジャガデザイン株式, and pro baseball team 福岡ソフトバンクホークス. Reservations open on October 1, 2026, with delivery scheduled to begin sequentially in mid-November.
いいオフィス北千住 by ENGAWORK, a semi-private coworking space and rental office open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, opens in Kitasenju
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株式会社いいオフィス has partnered with ENGAWA to open いいオフィス北千住 by ENGAWORK, a semi-private coworking space operating 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, near Kitasenju Station in Adachi City, Tokyo.
Facts
Approximately 900 locations across all 47 prefectures
Originalドロップインは1時間440円
Original1日利用でも3,300円
Individual booth: standard seat, ¥19,800
End seat: ¥22,000
Lockable semi-private booth: standard seat, ¥33,000
【Bunkyo Ward・Mejirodai】An elegant residential neighborhood shaped by history and culture. Invest in a relatively new property in one of Japan’s leading educational districts, surrounded by long-established universities
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三井物産デジタル・アセットマネジメント has begun offering digital securities backed by Terrace College Bunkyo Gokokuji, a student residence in Mejirodai, Bunkyo Ward, Tokyo, through its alternative investment service ALTERNA. JSB will operate the property, and investments start at ¥100,000.
Facts
More than 100,000 units nationwide
A track record of occupancy rates of 99% or higher every spring
Mandatory customer harassment countermeasures are leaving those responsible unsure how to proceed. A free set of practical tools, from a basic policy template to an incident management log, turns the prescribed measures into 5 actionable steps. Also offering support for building and operating e-learning programs and consultation services
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株式会社Drop has made its Customer Harassment Countermeasures: 5-Step Practical Workbook available for free and launched e-learning and AI consultation service support to address customer harassment countermeasures, which become mandatory on October 1, 2026.
株式会社ロッテ will begin airing new TV commercials for its winter-limited liquor chocolates Rummy and Bacchus on October 6, featuring actress 松本若菜 as the new commercial character.
Facts
Beloved for more than 60 years since launch
The commercials will begin airing nationwide on Tuesday, October 6
【Few seats remaining】It’s finally happening this weekend! Player 川﨑宗則 to appear! QualiFit Yamato-Koriyama store to hold half-year anniversary event on October 3
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クオリフィット大和郡山店, operated by 株式会社QualiFitCore, will hold an event on October 3, 2026, to mark six months since opening. Former Major League Baseball player 川﨑宗則 will be a guest, with a chance to try the Qualiforce® machines and attend an autograph session.
The 5th annual Techo no Ichi to be held with a record 88 booths
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Original一般社団法人日本手帳クリエイター協会は、2026年10月10日と11日に東京都立産業貿易センター浜松町館にて『手帳の市2026秋』を開催する。設立5周年およびイベント開始5周年を記念し、過去最大規模となる88ブースで物販、展示、ワークショップ、トークイベントなどを実施する。また、2027年4月に本格始動予定の新事業「note and diary」の部員募集も開始する。
SIY Bridge, a cross-industry leadership program attended by 36 people from 10 companies, opens recruitment for participating companies for its fall 2026 session
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Following the success of its pilot program SIY Bridge, attended by 36 people from 10 companies across different industries, 一般社団法人マインドフルリーダーシップインスティテュート has opened recruitment for participating companies for the fall 2026 session (October–December).
The 17-year meeting of Scotch whisky ハイランドパーク and Laila Gohar: single malt “Between You & I by Laila Gohar” launches October 2
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The 17-year-old single malt “Between You & I by Laila Gohar,” created by Scotch whisky ハイランドパーク and artist Laila Gohar, will launch on October 2, 2026.
Facts
Aged for 17 years
Oct. 2, 2026
Alcohol content: 47.5%
Volume: 700 ml
Suggested retail price: ¥27,500 (tax included)
More than 80 casks
Aged for 11 years in refill casks
Companies mentioned：The Edrington Group Ltd.、Edrington Group Limited、ハイランドパーク、三陽物産 株式会社、株式会社TFC
Early reservations for Christmas cakes are now open
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株式会社オランダ家 began accepting early reservations for Christmas cakes on October 1, 2026, offering special prices with 5% off for in-store and telephone reservations and 10% off for online reservations.
Jupiter Technology will begin domestic sales in Japan of “SGBox,” an integrated log management and SIEM platform offered by Italy’s SecureGate S.r.l., on October 1, 2026.
10th Kura Master announces top awards for distinguished sake selected in France
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On September 30, 2026, Kura Master運営委員会 announced the top award, the “President Award,” for the 10th Kura Master competition at the official residence of the Japanese Ambassador to France. The awards went to 山梨銘醸株式会社 for sake, 合名会社豊永酒造 for authentic shochu and awamori, 千代むすび酒造株式会社 for liqueur, and ホーライサンワイナリー株式会社 for wine. A total of 1,252 entries were judged by approximately 125 judges.
Facts
10th
FY2026
Approximately 125 people
1,252 entries
Approximately 110 people
2.4 times
1.8 times
Companies mentioned：Kura Master運営委員会、山梨銘醸株式会社、合名会社豊永酒造、千代むすび酒造株式会社、ホーライサンワイナリー株式会社、在フランス日本国大使館、パリ・ソムリエ協会、一般財団法人自治体国際化協会パリ事務所、JETRO パリ事務所、日本政府観光局(JNTO)パリ事務所、一般社団法人awa酒協会、岐阜県酒造組合連合会、高知県、佐賀県、兵庫県、鹿児島県酒造組合、PASONA農援隊、Eaux de Prestige、Food Hub、日本航空、L'ARBRE A CAFÉ、柴沼醤油醸造株式会社、KAWAI France、SommelierS INTERNATIONAL、SPIEGELAU、Un oeil en salle、YAMATO FRANCE、Albert de Mun Paris、Lycée Hôtelier François Rabelais、UTEC、Elmeria、EURO JAPAN CROSSING、L’Atelier du Saké、GALERIE K PARIS、ISSE ET CIE、H.I.S.、JFC France、JINCHAN FOODS、KIOKO、la Maison du Saké、Nishikidôri、UMAMI、We Want Sake.com
[For nursing students] Results announced for “Survey of Hospitals Students Hope to Join—Which Hospitals Do You Want to Work At?!”: Popular hospital rankings chosen by nursing students graduating in 2028–2030
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株式会社文化放送キャリアパートナーズ announced the results of its “Survey of Hospitals Students Hope to Join,” conducted at joint hospital recruitment information sessions held across 6 regions nationwide for nursing students graduating in 2028–2030. It received 1,959 votes from a total of 653 participants and published the popular hospital rankings for each venue.
Fussa City’s frailty-prevention points program “ふっポ” launches October 1
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“脳にいいアプリ×健康ポイントサービス,” provided by 株式会社ベスプラ, has been adopted for Fussa City’s frailty-prevention points program “ふっポ.” Applications to participate will open on October 1, 2026.
Facts
Applications to participate will open on October 1, 2026 (Thursday)
Eligible participants are residents of Fussa City aged 65 or older who own a smartphone
1 point = the equivalent of ¥1
Can be redeemed starting at 100 points
Receive a “500pt” bonus for your first registration
Adopted by approximately 25 or more municipalities nationwide
Approximately 200,000 cumulative users
Original利用者1人あたり年間約21,209円の医療費抑制効果
Approximately 7,610 yen in reduced long-term care costs