Akachan Honpo’s “Mizu 99% Super” baby wipes are coming to capsule toy machines as mini pouches! On sale starting Thursday, October 1
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To mark the 20th anniversary of its “Mizu 99% Super” baby wipes, which have sold a cumulative total of 500 million packs, 株式会社赤ちゃん本舗 will release 6 mini pouch designs inspired by the product packaging as capsule toys starting October 1.
Special limited-edition packaging for Tenkaippin’s 55th anniversary! Tenkaippin × Baby Star returns for a limited time this year!
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株式会社おやつカンパニー will release a limited-time collaboration product, “Baby Star Dodekai Ramen,” starting September 28, 2026, to mark the 55th anniversary of the founding of Chinese noodle restaurant Tenkaippin.
Taking the effort out of cooking: A gap in attitudes between cooking and eating, with some guilt when preparing meals, yet about 60% are satisfied with “meals that take less effort” when they eat!
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株式会社Mizkan announced the results of a survey of dual-income households, revealing a gap between guilt over reducing the effort involved in cooking and satisfaction at mealtime. In response, it will hold a pop-up event in collaboration with KANTAN SU and 3COINS.
Exclusive to Haruyama! 3 new formalwear styles from YUMI KATSURA! A prestigious brand pursuing grown-up elegance and functional beauty
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はるやま商事株式会社 will release 3 new formal ensembles from “YUMI KATSURA En Formelle” on October 2, 2026, in partnership with 株式会社ユミカツラインターナショナル. The formalwear, bearing the Yumi Katsura brand and tailored by イギン株式会社, is priced from 50,490 yen to 76,890 yen.
Facts
Friday, Oct. 2, 2026
54,890 yen
50,490 yen
76,890 yen
50 stores
30 stores
Companies mentioned：はるやま商事株式会社、株式会社ユミカツラインターナショナル、イギン株式会社、YUMI KATSURA、YUMI KATSURA En Formelle
The Oedo Onsen Monogatari Group’s 6th property of its kind. A hotel exclusively for guests accompanied by dogs opens in Okayama Prefecture for the first time! “Ooedo Onsen Monogatari Wanwan Resort Okayama Yubara” opens December 5, 2026
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GENSEN HOLDINGS株式会社 announced that it will open “Ooedo Onsen Monogatari Wanwan Resort Okayama Yubara” in Yubara Onsen, Okayama Prefecture, on December 5, 2026. It will be the 6th property in the group’s series of accommodations exclusively for guests accompanied by dogs, and the first in Okayama Prefecture.
Facts
6th property
Operates 75 hot spring inns and theme parks nationwide
Reopening after renovations on Saturday, December 5, 2026...
Reservations for stays open Thursday, October 1, 2026
Cumulative examinees exceed 140,000! The “only official textbook” written by the certification body, “AX Literacy Textbook: Generative AI Passport Official Textbook, Updated for the 2027 Exam Syllabus,” available at bookstores nationwide from 翔泳社. Preorders begin October 1
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株式会社翔泳社 will begin accepting preorders on October 1, 2026, for the official textbook for the “Generative AI Passport” certification exam offered by 一般社団法人生成AI活用普及協会 (GUGA), titled “AX Literacy Textbook: Generative AI Passport Official Textbook, Updated for the 2027 Exam Syllabus.” The cumulative number of examinees has exceeded 140,000.
Make your usual drink a little more special on an autumn evening. An autumn campaign pairing “ジョニーウォーカー” highballs with delicious dishes featuring “薩摩 山内地どり”
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株式会社モンテローザ will hold an autumn campaign from October 1 to November 30, 2026, pairing “ジョニーウォーカー” highballs with dishes made using its “薩摩 山内地どり” brand. The campaign will be available at about 750 locations and feature 2 drinks: “ジョニー ＆ コーク” and “ジョニー ＆ ジンジャー.”
[Conversational AI robot “Romi”] “Romi (Lacatan model)” to be exhibited at CEATEC 2026
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株式会社MIXI will exhibit the new “Romi (Lacatan model)” conversational AI robot at “CEATEC 2026,” taking place at Makuhari Messe from October 13 to 16. The exhibit will feature natural conversational experiences and a demonstration of connecting external devices using “RomiCore SDK.”
Facts
From Tuesday, October 13 to Friday, October 16
Device price: ¥89,800 (¥98,780 including tax)
Monthly membership fee: 1,780 yen/month (1,958 yen including tax)
17,800 yen/year (19,580 yen including tax) <annual plan>
“Eight EXPO 2026 Winter” to be held at Tokyo Big Sight
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“Eight,” the business card app provided by Sansan株式会社, will hold “Eight EXPO 2026 Winter,” a comprehensive exhibition on AI and digital transformation, at Tokyo Big Sight on December 16 and 17, 2026. A select 250 companies will exhibit, and keynote speakers will include key figures from Nvidia, Google Cloud Japan, Noetra and others.
Facts
A select 250 companies
3,204 booth visit reservations
A total of 58 talks
More than 4.5 million users
Capital: ¥7.358 billion
Companies mentioned：Sansan株式会社、Eight、エヌビディア合同会社、グーグル・クラウド・ジャパン合同会社、Noetra株式会社、Sansan、Bill One、Contract One、Sansan Data Intelligence
“Champion BUZZ” Vol.37, the supplement included with the digital edition of issue 44 of “Weekly Shonen Champion,” on sale October 1! “じゃない方の聖女と勇者～あれ、私たちって本当に『じゃない方』？～,” whose volume 1 has just been released, graces the cover!
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株式会社秋田書店 will begin distributing “Champion BUZZ” Vol.37, a supplement to the digital edition of issue 44 of “Weekly Shonen Champion,” on sale October 1. The cover features “じゃない方の聖女と勇者～あれ、私たちって本当に『じゃない方』？～,” whose volume 1 has just been released. The issue also includes features such as the “魔入りました！入間くん” spinoff and “スキルツリーの解錠者.”
25th anniversary of the “Yoyaku de Ippai no Mise no Pasta Sauce” launch: “If You’re Going to Treat Yourself, Choose the Taste of a Famous Restaurant” campaign starts October 1
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エスビー食品株式会社 will hold a sweepstakes starting October 1 to mark the 25th anniversary of its “Yoyaku de Ippai no Mise no Pasta Sauce.” Customers who submit a receipt for an eligible product can win prizes including dining vouchers for ラ・ベットラ・ダ・オチアイ and gift cards.
2026 Christmas limited menu from ラトリエ ドゥ ジョエル・ロブション, with a special plan to enjoy alongside bottle champagne
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French restaurant ラトリエ ドゥ ジョエル・ロブション, operated by 株式会社フォーシーズ, will offer a Christmas limited menu from Dec. 18 to 25, 2026. Lunch is priced from ¥15,000 to ¥30,000, the dinner set menu is ¥30,000, and a pair plan with premium champagne is ¥120,000. Reservations open on Oct. 1.
Apartment hotel HUBEX秋葉原, backed by LIFULL地域創生2号ファンド, to grand open on Oct. 1
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Apartment hotel HUBEX秋葉原, backed by LIFULL地域創生2号ファンド, to grand open on Oct. 1. The first regional revitalization project in collaboration with 小野建設 and Rバンク.
Facts
While Tokyo reaches 48.4%,
Shizuoka Prefecture remains at just 3.4%,
The average length of stay was approximately 7.1 days as of 2025
An increase of approximately 0.9 nights compared with 2019
Put the suitcase sitting unused at home to work for disaster preparedness. The phase-free suitcase ace. テオフィールド2 for travel, outdoor activities and evacuations
Cake.jp to begin sales of 2026 Christmas cakes on Oct. 1! Making the once-a-year occasion even more special with “heartwarming Christmas cakes”
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Cake.jp announced that sales of its 2026 Christmas cakes will begin on Oct. 1. The theme is “Making the once-a-year occasion even more special.” A survey found that the most common number of times respondents planned to celebrate Christmas was “1” (64.5%). The lineup ranges from classic cakes to character-themed options, cakes for small groups and allergy-friendly products. As part of a campaign, customers will receive up to ¥500 off when they purchase eligible products totaling at least ¥3,000.
“プチプチ®” comes to smartphone keyboards! Keyboard app Simeji launches collaboration campaign with プチプチ株式会社
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Keyboard app Simeji, provided by バイドゥ株式会社, will launch a collaboration campaign with プチプチ株式会社 on Oct. 1, 2026, featuring limited-edition themes, effects and an X giveaway.
レバウェル株式会社 will expand the bases of “レバウェル保育士” and “レバウェル栄養士” to its Osaka Dojima branch from Oct. 1, 2026, to strengthen recruitment support in the Kansai region.
Facts
Osaka Prefecture's effective job openings-to-applicants ratio for nursery teachers is 2.80
A special holiday season from 資生堂パーラー! 2026 Christmas limited-edition sweets go on sale
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資生堂パーラー will release its “Nordic Holiday” Christmas limited-edition sweets series, themed around Nordic forests, in limited quantities from Nov. 1, 2026. Products include Christmas Cube Chocolat, La Boule Noel, Christmas Sweets and Gateau au Chocolat.
三井住友カード and VJA launch a campaign offering a chance to win up to ¥100,000 in a prize draw, with ¥88.8 million in total rewards!
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三井住友カード株式会社 and VJA will run a campaign from Oct. 1, 2026, to Mar. 31, 2027, offering cash-back prizes totaling ¥88.8 million to personal and business cardholders with Visa-branded cards.
V Point service launches at KFC locations nationwide on Oct. 1
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日本KFC, Vポイントマーケティング and 三井住友カード will launch the V Point service at KFC locations nationwide on Oct. 1, 2026. During the campaign, customers will earn points at 2 times the usual rate, and 3,300 V Points will be awarded in a prize draw.
Facts
From Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
We operate 1,339 stores nationwide※1
Earn 1 point for every ¥200 (before tax) spent
Approximately 160,000 V Point partner locations nationwide
Approximately 100 million Visa merchants worldwide
Earn V Points at 2 times the usual rate as many times as you like during the campaign period
Marking the 10th anniversary of the My Hero Academia anime. Wear on your finger the words that moved you that day. 10 message ring designs arrive.
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To mark the 10th anniversary of the My Hero Academia anime, 株式会社ユートレジャー will begin accepting reservations on Oct. 1, 2026, for the “10th Anniversary Message Ring,” a collection of 10 rings engraved with characters’ lines.
Facts
10th broadcast anniversary
Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
Mon., Nov. 9
18,700 yen
¥121,000
Worldwide cumulative circulation of 100 million copies
Qoo10’s next-generation commerce experience, “discover, try and share”: SAMPLE HOUSE, a place to make it happen, opens in Shibuya on Oct. 1
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eBay Japan合同会社 will open SAMPLE HOUSE, an experiential facility exclusively for Qoo10 members, in Shibuya, Tokyo, on Oct. 1, 2026. Approximately 20–80 brands will be showcased, and visitors are required to take samples home.
Facts
Oct. 1, 2026
Original1日あたり約700名
Approximately 20,000 people per month
Approximately 20 brands on the 1st floor
Approximately 80 brands on the 2nd floor
Equivalent to approximately 500,000 units per quarter
[Marimekko] To mark its 75th anniversary, マリメッコ is holding a gift-with-purchase promotion at its official online store and selected マリメッコ stores. A limited-edition capsule collection celebrating the 75th anniversary is also arriving at the Omotesando store.
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マリメッコ is holding a gift-with-purchase promotion at its official online store and selected stores to mark its 75th anniversary. A limited-edition capsule collection will also be sold at the Omotesando store.
[旧軽井沢KIKYO] “KIKYO Christmas Cake 2026,” capturing Shinshu’s bounty and the stillness of a winter forest, now open for reservations in limited quantities [キュリオ・コレクションbyヒルトン]
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旧軽井沢KIKYOキュリオ・コレクションbyヒルトン will begin accepting reservations on October 1 for its limited-quantity special cake, “KIKYO Christmas Cake 2026,” made with ingredients from Shinshu for Christmas 2026.
【ノボテル奈良】A stamp rally collaboration with ずっと真夜中でいいのに。! Explore Nara alongside the live performance
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ノボテル奈良 will participate in a stamp rally collaboration with ずっと真夜中でいいのに。 from October 1 to 31, 2026, in connection with the live performance “LEGACY ZOMBIE LABO「文禍伝雷」奈良・平城京,” taking place on October 10 and 11.
Facts
Stamp rally spots will be set up at 7 locations, including within Nara City
【ZHD】QR code and barcode payment scheme “Smart Code™” to be available at ゼンショーグループ restaurants in Japan from October 1 (Thursday)
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株式会社ゼンショーホールディングス will begin offering the “Smart Code” QR code and barcode payment scheme at approximately 5,290 of its group’s restaurants in Japan from October 1.
MON7A, hugely popular with teens and people in their 20s, transforms into 10 different looks! New Gatsby Moving Rubber web commercial launches October 1
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株式会社マンダム will release a new web commercial for Moving Rubber, the hair styling series from its men’s cosmetics brand Gatsby, on October 1, 2026. The commercial features MON7A, popular with teens and people in their 20s, and showcases a range of styles using all 10 types of wax, alongside a visual effect in which the “7” in his name changes from 0 to 10.
Facts
10 types in total
Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
More than 2.7 million total social media followers
茨城県つくば市 and MTI sign partnership agreement to support women’s health management
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株式会社エムティーアイ has signed a partnership agreement with 茨城県つくば市 to support women’s health management and will begin offering the premium course of “ルナルナ” free of charge from October 1.
Facts
The app has been downloaded more than 23 million times
Okinawa has the highest share of people reluctant to drink tap water as is, while Nagano has the highest share with no reservations. Major regional differences in drinking water habits emerge; about half of bottled-water drinkers say it takes up living space
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A survey of 4,700 people nationwide by パナソニック株式会社 found that about 70% drink water for health reasons, with bottled water the most common choice, but that views on drinking tap water and water choices vary significantly by region. It also highlighted “hidden water stress”: about half of bottled-water users said bottled water takes up living space.
Facts
4,700 people nationwide
About 70% overall (68.7%)
“Bottled water (44.0%)”
“Tap water (as is)” at 35.8%
More than 40% (46.6%) of people
“Okinawa Prefecture (69.0%)”
“Nagano Prefecture (25.0%)”
“Concern about harmful substances such as PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) (37.8%)”
【October is Food Loss Reduction Month】New meal kit inspired by Oisix and 無印良品’s appreciation of “waste not,” served with a special chutney made from upcycled ingredients
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Oisix and 無印良品 will begin selling their joint meal kit, “Kit Oisix,” to reduce food loss on October 8, 2026.
【Giveaway campaign】The “Tanokun 2027 desk calendar giveaway campaign” starts today! Office mail-order service Tanomail from Otsuka Corporation
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株式会社大塚商会 will hold the “Tanokun 2027 desk calendar giveaway campaign” through its office mail-order service, Tanomail, starting October 1, 2026. 1,000 people will win a calendar in a drawing, and 55 pairs (110 people) will be invited to a special event at ザ・リッツ・カールトン大阪 for corporate customers.
Facts
1,000 winners will be selected in a drawing
From Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
Original2026年11月6日（金）18：00まで
55 pairs (110 people) will be invited in a drawing
Michael Leitch signs partnership agreement with カンタベリー
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カンタベリー, the rugby brand operated by 株式会社ゴールドウイン, signed a partnership agreement with Michael Leitch of the Japan national rugby team on October 1, 2026.
koe donuts presents a Halloween party! 3 limited-time donuts featuring ghost and monster motifs launch on Tuesday, October 6!
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koe donuts, operated by 株式会社ストライプインターナショナル, will sell 3 Halloween-limited donuts starting October 6, 2026, and begin offering lunch combos on October 1.
V Point service launches at KFC locations nationwide on October 1
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日本KFC, Vポイントマーケティング and 三井住友カード will launch V Point earning and redemption services at KFC locations nationwide starting October 1, 2026. During the campaign, customers can earn 2 times the points and enter a prize drawing.
Facts
From Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
We operate 1,339 stores nationwide※1
Earn 1 point for every ¥200 (before tax) spent
Original1ポイント＝1円分として
Can be redeemed in increments of 10 points
Approximately 160,000 V Point partner locations nationwide
About 100 million Visa-accepting merchants worldwide
Original株式会社JR西日本ホロニックが運営する梅小路ポテル京都は、2026年10月10日と11日に開催される「京都音楽博覧会2026 in 梅小路公園」に合わせて、「音博グルメ」を4か所で展開する。昨年の3か所から七条入口広場を追加し、カレー、ピザ、中華グルメなどを提供する。また、購入者には割引チケットを配布する。
Facts
Available at 4 locations
On October 10 (Saturday) and 11 (Sunday), 2026
Originalポテルのバターチキンカレー ￥1,300
Originalポテルのルーロー飯 ￥1,100
Originalポテルの梅小路京鴨大豚まん ￥900
Originalポテルのちまき ￥700
Wood-fired Margherita pizza ¥1,200
Wood-fired quattro formaggi pizza ¥1,500
Pot sandwich (plump shrimp × rich avocado BBQ) ¥1,400
¥100 off pizza
10% off food and drinks in the hotel
From Monday, October 12, 2026 (national holiday) through Friday, December 18
Operating 13 hotels (4,407 rooms)
Companies mentioned：株式会社ジェイアール西日本ホテル開発、株式会社JR西日本ホロニック、Umekoji Potel KYOTO、梅小路ポテル京都、ポテル、JR西日本ホテルズ、JRホテルメンバーズ、WESTERポイント、ホテルグランヴィア、ホテルヴィスキオ、THE OSAKA STATION HOTEL, Autograph Collection、奈良ホテル、梅小路銭湯 ぽて湯
Fortunes for the second half of 2026 | Sequence Hayatomo reads your overall fortune and tips for good luck. The “Full Moon Good Fortune Campaign” is underway on the official fortune-telling site “Sequence Hayatomo’s Fortune-Telling”
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株式会社レンサ launched the “Full Moon Good Fortune Campaign” on its official fortune-telling site “Sequence Hayatomo’s Fortune-Telling” on September 25, 2026.
One year since the reopening of the “Ginza Salon,” a dedicated salon for Club Tourism’s top-tier “Royal Grand Stage” brand
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Club Tourism will hold a 1st anniversary event themed around music, history and culture to mark 1 year since the October 2026 reopening of the “Ginza Salon,” a dedicated salon for its top-tier “Royal Grand Stage” brand.
NEC to exhibit at CEATEC 2026, showcasing its latest initiatives in “AX” and “Security”
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NEC will exhibit at CEATEC 2026, held at Makuhari Messe from October 13 to 16, showcasing its latest solutions, including AI autonomous organizations and “BluStellar,” under the themes of “AX” and “Security.”
NEC to share practical approaches to inventory reduction, transport efficiency and inter-company collaboration under the theme “How can shippers, consignees and logistics providers work together?”
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On October 27, 2026, NEC will hold the BluStellar Communities Logistics Sharing Community Meeting at NEC’s headquarters, under the theme “How can shippers, consignees and logistics providers work together?” Keiichi Sengoku of the 国際物流総合研究所 and NEC representatives will take part in a panel discussion on practical approaches to inventory reduction and collaborative transport.
JCB named Diamond Partner of Japan’s national baseball team, Samurai Japan
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株式会社ジェーシービー (JCB) has become the Diamond Partner of Japan’s national baseball team, Samurai Japan. Founded in 1961, JCB is the only international card brand operator originating in Japan, and plans to roll out exclusive initiatives and promotions through this partnership.
Facts
Established in Japan in 1961
Since deciding to pursue its own international expansion in 1981
Issuance of the “JCB Central League Official Card” in 1990
Report on Gordy’s morning greeting campaign (August–September 2026)
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沖縄バスケットボール株式会社 conducted a morning greeting campaign led by Gordy in August and September 2026 as part of its “Ookinawa” activities, visiting 15 schools across 8 municipalities, including Naha and Tomigusuku.
Notice regarding expansion of production facilities for Bifidobacterium and other bacterial cultures
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森永乳業 has decided to invest in expanding production facilities for Bifidobacterium powder and other products at the Fukui Plant of its group company 森永北陸乳業. With an investment of approximately ¥2 billion, it aims to begin operations in January 2029 and increase production capacity across the group to approximately 250 t per year, about 30% above the current level.
Craft retailer Yuzawaya joins 「スーパーデリバリー」, launching first online wholesale sales of handmade hobby supplies to retailers nationwide
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Yuzawaya Shoji, a specialty craft retailer, will join the wholesale site 「スーパーデリバリー」, operated by 株式会社ラクーンコマース, on October 1, 2026, and begin online wholesale sales.
Facts
Joining from October 1, 2026
A cross-border version is also available, enabling wholesale sales to 134 countries worldwide
Approximately 2 million products are listed
Marking 71 years since its founding
167% year over year (comparison of June–August 2025 and June–August 2026)
5% off all products
A 2-week period from October 1 to October 14
It serves as an effective tool for expanding sales channels to 500,000 stores across regions
Retailers can conduct business online with more than 3,000 participating companies
Easy to carry with a strap-style cable! New 10,000mAh mobile battery with up to 30W fast charging
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エレコム株式会社 launched a new 10,000mAh mobile battery in late September with a strap-style USB Type-C cable. It supports output of up to 30W and features 2 USB Type-C ports and 1 USB-A port.
Accessories for Apple Watch Series12 (46mm/42mm) and Apple Watch Ultra 4 (49mm) to launch sequentially
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エレコム will sequentially launch accessories, including cases and protective films, compatible with the new Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 announced by Apple社.
Elecom group company DX Antenna changes its name to Japan DX Antenna from October 2026
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DXアンテナ株式会社 and 日本アンテナ株式会社, both Elecom group companies, will merge on October 1, 2026, with the surviving company, DX Antenna, changing its name to 「日本DXアンテナ株式会社」.
Sony Network Communications will support pink ribbon activities again in 2026 through PostPet’s 「モモ」, participating in events including those of アルバルク東京 and the Tokyo Metropolitan Government.
[For people in their 20s] Job-search site 「Ｒｅ就活」 surpasses 3 million members and ranks No.1 among job-search sites for people in their 20s, chosen by people in their 20s, for ８ consecutive years
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「Ｒｅ就活」, a job-search site for people in their 20s operated by 株式会社学情, surpassed 3 million members on September 30, 2026. It has also ranked No.1 since 2019 in 東京商工リサーチ’s survey of job-search sites for people in their 20s, chosen by people in their 20s, for 8 consecutive years.
Facts
Surpasses 3 million members
No.1 for ８ consecutive years
Surpassed 3 million members on September 30, 2026
2.6 million as of January 2025
Reached 2.8 million in October 2025, 1 year ahead of the mid-term plan
Yokohama art-event search site Yokohama Art Navi unveils a special feature on autumn art events in Yokohama to mark its site renewal!
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The Yokohama art-event search site 「ヨコハマ・アートナビ」, operated by 公益財団法人横浜市芸術文化振興財団, has been renewed. A special feature page on autumn art events has been published to mark the occasion.
株式会社プレナス has released the third new TV commercial starring actor Kaho to mark the 20th anniversary of the set-meal restaurant 「やよい軒」, and will launch a new fried oyster set meal on October 2.
【デコホーム】Choose by cuteness! New 2026 「Nウォーム」 models include a 「デコネコ」 patterned mattress pad and an argan oil-infused series.
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株式会社ニトリ began selling its original 「吸湿発熱Nウォーム寝具」 at デコホーム stores and ニトリネット in early September 2026. The new models include animal prints such as 「デコネコ」 and bichon frise designs, as well as an argan oil-infused series.
To mark the 50th anniversary of 「のりしお」, refreshed for the first time in 3 years! 「ポテトチップス のりしお」
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カルビー株式会社 will renew the contents and packaging of its long-selling Potato Chips Nori Shio for the first time in 3 years to mark the product’s 50th anniversary, rolling it out nationwide from Oct. 26, 2026. It will also refresh the same brand’s thick-cut and extra-thin-cut seaweed-salt flavors, offering 3 products with different textures and tastes.
Facts
50th anniversary of its launch
For the first time in 3 years
171 prototypes
Launched in 1975
Launched in 1976
From the week of Monday, Oct. 26, 2026
Net weight: 55g
Around 170 yen, tax included
Around 150 yen, tax included
Contents: 50g
Monday, Aug. 24, 2026 / convenience stores nationwide
株式会社グランビスタ ホテル＆リゾート will hold a “Thank You Memorial Campaign” from Oct. 1, 2026, to Feb. 28, 2027, in connection with the closure of 札幌パークホテル on Feb. 28, 2027. In conjunction with its グランビレッジ membership program, the campaign will award points based on spending, offer coupons, and hold a prize drawing for sweets.
[神戸メリケンパークオリエンタルホテル] Japan’s only “official lighthouse built on a hotel,” watching over Kobe’s sea, to open to the public on Lighthouse Memorial Day, Sunday, Nov. 1
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神戸メリケンパークオリエンタルホテル will open to the public Japan’s only “official lighthouse built on a hotel,” along with a monument inscribed with a poem by Emperor Showa, on Nov. 1, Lighthouse Memorial Day.
Facts
Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
14th floor balcony inside the hotel
15：30～16：30
Original1964年、旧「オリエンタルホテル」が神戸市中央区京町に移転した際
The Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake, which struck on Jan. 17, 1995
freee announces the “freee Invoicing Series,” aiming for a world where invoicing is completed automatically
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freee株式会社 announced the “freee Invoicing Series,” aimed at automating invoicing operations, and began sales of its new product, “freee Invoice Receivables Management.”
An additional approximately 570,000 care workers will be needed by fiscal 2040. Can AI help address labor shortages? The latest technologies, including smart glasses, monitoring AI and digital developmental support, gather at the 9th Care and Welfare EXPO, opening Oct. 7 at Makuhari Messe
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Amid estimates that Japan will face a shortage of approximately 570,000 care workers in fiscal 2040, RX Japan合同会社 will hold the 9th Care and Welfare EXPO at Makuhari Messe from Oct. 7, showcasing the latest products using AI and digital technology.
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An estimated shortage of approximately 570,000 care workers
Approximately 457,000 children use child development support and after-school day services
Organizes 109 trade shows across 38 fields annually
Companies mentioned：RX Japan合同会社、厚生労働省、こども家庭庁、BS Code株式会社、Good Way Technology Co., Ltd.、株式会社aba、株式会社メディカルアーツ、株式会社デジリハ、リハシャインみやこんじょ
[新潟医療福祉大学] Tennis team wins both the men’s and women’s titles at the Hokushinetsu Intercollegiate Tennis Championship!
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The tennis team of NSGグループ’s 新潟医療福祉大学 won every match in both the men’s Division 1 and women’s Division 1 to claim the titles at the FY Reiwa 8 Hokushinetsu Intercollegiate Tennis Championship, held in Toyama Prefecture from Sept. 12 to 14. The victories extended both teams’ title-winning streaks, and they secured places in the national tournament to be held in Ehime Prefecture in October.
[A New Year celebration for 3 generations of family] A New Year event featuring lavish cuisine, lion dances, festival stalls and a prize drawing: “New Year Buffet 2027”
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シェラトン都ホテル大阪 will hold “New Year Buffet 2027” in its Naniwa no Ma banquet hall on Jan. 1 and 2, 2027, offering buffet dishes and events including lion dances and a prize drawing.
[青森屋] “Neburi Nagashi Lanterns,” a spectacular open-air snow-viewing bath where snow and Nebuta lanterns help wash away everyday fatigue, returns for its 16th winter
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青森屋 by 星野リゾート will hold “Neburi Nagashi Lanterns,” a winter tradition dating back to 2011, from Dec. 3, 2026, to March 6, 2027, marking its 16th winter. A “Thunder God” Nebuta created by Nebuta master Hiroo Takenami will float in the open-air bath pond, accompanied by flute music at designated times.
Facts
From Dec. 3, 2026
Through March 6, 2027
This event, which has continued since 2011
Number of rooms: 236
Original1泊 24,800円～
Companies mentioned：星野リゾート、青森屋、青森屋 by 星野リゾート、竹浪比呂央ねぶた研究所、NHK東北放送
KATEIGAHO launches “monetizing editorial expertise” for its 70th anniversary. Special collaboration with 松屋銀座: 2 “Ginza Stroll” frozen gourmet sets featuring flavors from Ginza’s renowned restaurants go on sale Oct. 1
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To mark its 70th anniversary, KATEIGAHO will launch 2 frozen gourmet sets in collaboration with 松屋銀座 on Oct. 1, 2026.
株式会社ファミリーマート will run a campaign starting Oct. 6, 2026, to celebrate Railroad Day on Oct. 14, distributing original puzzle keychains in limited quantities as part of a joint initiative with 9 partner railway companies.
Facts
9 railway companies
About 310 FamilyMart stores operated by the respective railway companies
Celebrating the release of the 1st Mini Album 『LOVE ENG!NE』! M!LK's music videos featuring the members' own vocals are now on JOYSOUND! A chance to win an original microphone or tambourine, too!
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株式会社エクシング's karaoke service JOYSOUND is celebrating the release of M!LK's 1st Mini Album 『LOVE ENG!NE』 with music videos featuring the members' own vocals and a campaign offering original merchandise as prizes.
Facts
Starting today, Oct. 1 (Thursday)
To 5 customers
For 10 winners
11:00 on Oct. 1, 2026 (Thursday)
23:59 on Jan. 17, 2027 (Sunday)
Companies mentioned：株式会社エクシング、USEN＆U-NEXT GROUP、JOYSOUND、Apple Music、Apple Inc.
新潮QUE, an information and education subscription service, added 2 crisis management books by Yusuke Tanaka to its unlimited-reading library on Oct. 1. It also offers video courses by Tanaka to corporate subscribers.
【20 Years Since His Death】5 of Akira Yoshimura's Undisputed Masterpieces Now Available for Unlimited Reading on 新潮QUE
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To mark the 20th anniversary of author Akira Yoshimura's death, 株式会社新潮社 has launched a limited-time unlimited-reading selection of 5 of his representative works on 新潮QUE, its online information and education platform.
Miki Fushio's latest book 『凍りつく夏』 to be reprinted ahead of publication! Following 『百年の時効』 winning 3 literary awards, the author of 『誰何』, a finalist for the Yamada Futaro Award, is also set to hold signings at ２ locations in Hokkaido!
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Miki Fushio's latest work 『凍りつく夏』 will be published by 小学館 on Oct. 15, 2026, and a reprint has been scheduled ahead of publication following strong advance orders. Signings will also be held in Sapporo and Asahikawa, Hokkaido.
Reservations open today (Oct. 1)! New Christmas hamper offers the luxury of having a chef come to you!
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ホテルニューオータニ has begun selling a limited-edition Christmas hamper set of 30, created in collaboration with ピエール・エルメ・パリ, as well as 3 new cakes made with Hakata Amaou strawberries.
Reservations for 2 Christmas cakes to brighten Christmas Eve open in November at 京都東急ホテル! This year's offerings include hazelnut caramel orange and strawberry decoration!
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京都東急ホテル will begin taking reservations on Nov. 1 for 2 cakes for Christmas 2026: “Hazelnut Caramel Orange” and “Strawberry Decoration 2026.” During the early-bird period, they are 10% off the regular price.
A dinner fair pairing 3 types of Kyoto craft beer with pizza made using ingredients from Osaka. “大阪産(もん)×KANSAI旨リアージュ” launches at 大阪エクセルホテル東急!
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A dinner fair, “大阪産(もん)×KANSAI旨リアージュ,” will be held at the 17th-floor restaurant PIC⊛NIKA at 大阪エクセルホテル東急 from Oct. 16 to Nov. 30, 2026, serving pizza made with craft beer from Tango, Kyoto, and ingredients from Osaka.
【グランドニッコー淡路】Enjoy a gourmet getaway with the “Awaji Island ３-Year Torafugu Stay,” available from November
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グランドニッコー淡路 will offer accommodation plans that include a kaiseki meal or hot-pot course featuring Awaji Island ３-year torafugu from Nov. 1, 2026, through Feb. 28, 2027.
DMM英会話, operated by 合同会社DMM.com, will run a campaign from October 1 to 31, 2026, offering 75% off the first month's subscription fee for eligible plans. Details include conditions for continued use and the free trial period.
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75% off the first month's subscription fee
Starting Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
Continued use for “3 months,” including the month of enrollment
More than 15,000 learning materials available
Used by more than 3 million members worldwide
Lessons on the Standard Plan will be available without limit for 7 days
[Second lineup announcement] 4 additional performances confirmed, featuring Onigoe Tomahawk, Dennis Matsushita, Double Higashi and R Fujimoto! “Yoshimoto BuZZ Week 2026,” with more than 3 million total channel subscribers
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Yoshimoto Kogyo has announced 4 additional performances, featuring Onigoe Tomahawk and Dennis Matsushita, for the special event “Yoshimoto BuZZ Week 2026,” to be held at Kinokuniya Hall from November 2 to 8, 2026. The related channels have more than 3 million subscribers in total.
Leon S. Kennedy from “Resident Evil Requiem” joins Capcom Store’s hugely popular “Capcoroll” series!
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株式会社カプコン announced that Leon S. Kennedy from “Resident Evil Requiem” is joining “Capcoroll,” its popular plush toy series sold at Capcom Store. Priced at ¥1,320 (tax included), it will go on sale at stores nationwide starting October 16, 2026.
Facts
1,320 yen (tax included)
Oct. 16, 2026
Companies mentioned：株式会社カプコン、CAPCOM STORE TOKYO、CAPCOM STORE OSAKA、CAPCOM STORE＆CAFE UMEDA、CAPCOM STORE ANNEX、CAPCOM STORE SENDAI、CAPCOM STORE IKEBUKURO、CAPCOM STORE MINATOMIRAI
The largest-ever nationwide fair for environmentally conscious products, held at approximately 6,500 stores: “Choose. Today for a better tomorrow”
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AEON will hold the environmentally conscious products fair “Choose. Today for a better tomorrow” from October 1 to 31 at approximately 6,500 stores nationwide across 25 group companies, with a record 50 companies participating.
Operated by グランユニライフケアサービス, the serviced senior housing facility “Grand Maison Geihinkan Toki no Kakehashi” opens on 10/1
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株式会社グランユニライフケアサービス, a group company of 株式会社学研ホールディングス, opened the serviced senior housing facility “Grand Maison Geihinkan Toki no Kakehashi” in Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture, on October 1, 2026. The company now operates 17 locations nationwide, with 774 rooms.
Gakken高等学院, a correspondence high school support school operated by 株式会社学研教育ホールディングス, a group company of 株式会社学研ホールディングス, will open 4 new campuses in Kawaguchi, Shin-Yurigaoka, Nisshin and Takaishi in April 2027. Some locations will also open junior high divisions (alternative schools) at the same time.
Booster pack “Over the Calamity/オーバー・ザ・カラミティ” from “Shadowverse EVOLVE” goes on sale Friday, October 2!
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株式会社ブシロード and 株式会社Cygames announced that the “Shadowverse EVOLVE” booster pack “Over the Calamity/オーバー・ザ・カラミティ” will go on sale October 2. Features include a mini collaboration with “Uma Musume: Pretty Derby” and an enclosed serial code for the app “Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond.”