[Fukui City, Fukui Prefecture] Registration open for a 2-night, 3-day “Relocation Experience Tour” visiting 福井市, 坂井市 and あわら市, to be held November 27–29! A must for anyone interested in moving to a regional area
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福井市 will hold a 2-night, 3-day “Relocation Experience Tour” from November 27 to 29 for people considering moving to Fukui Prefecture, and is now accepting participants.
[Site selection for grid-scale battery storage] Check hazards, land classification, urban planning and relevant laws before project development—initial screening criteria released
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サステナブルホールディングス株式会社 has released initial screening criteria for selecting sites for grid-scale battery storage, including checks on land classification, hazard information, urban planning and relevant laws before project development.
MIRAI steps up support for foreign talent in agriculture! First successful candidates and job offers in the “Specified Skilled Worker—Agriculture” category from its partner school in Bangladesh
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MIRAI株式会社 announced that it has stepped up its talent support business in the “Agriculture” field under the Specified Skilled Worker program established by the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, and that the first successful candidates and job offer recipients have emerged from its partner school in Bangladesh.
[多摩美術大学] Memorial exhibition “Takenobu Igarashi—Process and Development” traces the career of an artist who remained at the forefront of the world, from graphic and product design to sculpture
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多摩美術大学 will hold “Takenobu Igarashi—Process and Development,” an exhibition commemorating its former president, designer and sculptor Takenobu Igarashi, at its Hachioji Campus from November 14 to December 14, 2026. Approximately 70 works and archival materials will be displayed, and admission is free.
Facts
From Saturday, November 14, 2026, to Monday, December 14
Plans and develops Indian rugs with a focus on material character and texture
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株式会社サンゲツ has planned and developed “Made in India Collection,” a series of rugs made in India, and will launch it in its online shop starting October 1.
BuySell’s official character is here! The debut commercial featuring バイセル, a yellow “migratory” bird that flies all over Japan, will be released on October 1
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株式会社BuySell Technologies has created バイセル’s official character, バイセル-kun, and will release a new commercial on October 1, 2026.
Co-located battery begins operation at the Iizuka Daiichi Mega Solar Power Plant in Fukuoka
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Tokyo Century installed a GS Yuasa battery system at the Iizuka Daiichi Mega Solar Power Plant in Fukuoka, operated by Kyocera TCL Solar, and began operations in October 2026. The electricity sales scheme has shifted from FIT to FIP, with optimized operations using Tensor Energy’s platform.
The purchase isn’t the end of the story: テンポス’ first initiative to promote customers’ businesses on social media; Aomori Namioka store to open October 5
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株式会社テンポスバスターズ will open テンポス Aomori Namioka store in Namioka, Aomori City, Aomori Prefecture, on October 5, 2026. The store will have a sales floor of 413 tsubo and stock 400 used commercial kitchen units and more than 260 types of new products. In a first for the company, it will feature restaurants owned by customers on its official social media accounts and offer deeply discounted products in limited quantities to mark the opening.
[武蔵野大学] Students in the Graduate School of Engineering’s Architecture and Design program develop design proposals for “Kaneda-dai Historical Green Space” in つくば市, envisioning “a place where new relationships between people and forests can emerge”
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6 students in 武蔵野大学’s Graduate School of Engineering, Architecture and Design program developed design proposals for “Kaneda-dai Historical Green Space” in つくば市, Ibaraki Prefecture, and held an off-campus review at watage, a community center in Kanda.
Facts
6 graduate students
The 2026 “Architectural Design Studio”
Over 14 weeks
On August 25
Companies mentioned：学校法人武蔵野大学、武蔵野大学、つくば市、watage、Dear Tree Project
[Popular insurance rankings] October 2026 edition released! Insurance comparison site “Element Insurance”
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株式会社エレメント has released the latest October 2026 rankings for pet, legal expenses, auto, bicycle and motorcycle insurance on its insurance comparison site, “Element Insurance.” The company operates a digital insurance business and reports its track record, including cumulative policy count and the scale of premiums handled.
Facts
80,000 pet insurance policies
16,000 auto and motorcycle insurance policies
11 general insurance companies
11 small-amount, short-term insurance companies
Annual insurance premiums handled: 1.6 billion yen
[November 18 (Wed.), 19:00] Marketers from SEGA, Nike and Adastria discuss beloved brand strategies for the year-end sales season and next fiscal year at an event in Shibuya!!
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KOBUSHI MARKETING合同会社 will hold a study session in Shibuya on November 18, 2026, featuring Hidetaka Tani of Sega and Natsuhiko Kubota, formerly of Nike and Adastria, to discuss year-end sales campaigns and brand strategy.
[ミナ ペルホネン × 土屋鞄] Limited-edition collaboration school backpacks for students entering school in 2028 go on sale
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株式会社土屋鞄製造所 will release 9 collaboration products with ミナ ペルホネン as part of its limited-edition “Atelier” school backpack series for students entering school in 2028. The lineup comprises 9 types, including new patterns and colors, priced at ¥96,000 (tax included). Orders open on February 10, 2027.
A highly anticipated new series from the brand’s No. 1 favorite＊, “I’m Multi Stick Dual”! Introducing the new “Cheek & Highlighter” for customizable dimension and a healthy glow
How can the problem of “unsellable real estate” amid urgent funding needs be solved? Real estate appraisers to hold individual Q&A session
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株式会社SA will hold an individual Q&A session for members of the press on October 8, 2026, to address urgent funding needs and the challenge of converting illiquid real estate into cash. The session will present a case in which a property with challenging conditions was converted into cash in 3 days and explain the company’s proprietary expertise.
Originalフランスの感性が光るクリスマスケーキ。この時期しか出会うことができないセバスチャン・ブイエ - Gâteau de Noël 2026 - 百貨店限定を含む全6種を10月1日（木）より順次予約受付開始
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Pastry chef セバスチャン・ブイエ, who has shops in Lyon, France, and Japan, will begin accepting reservations on October 1 for its 2026 Christmas cake collection of 6 varieties. The lineup also includes department-store exclusives, including items exclusive to 伊勢丹新宿店 and 高島屋.
[平和堂] Signs top partner agreement with B.Premier team 滋賀レイクス for the 2026-27 season
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株式会社平和堂 has signed a top partner agreement for the 2026-27 season with 滋賀レイクス, a professional basketball team in B.Premier. 平和堂 will support the team through initiatives including free tickets for elementary and junior high school students and the sale of exclusive products.
Rising artist Mizuki Hoshino, signed to MOS RECORDS, a label launched by MOS, has a new song selected as the theme song for a new チバテレ program!
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“Inochi no Koe,” a new song by Mizuki Hoshino, winner of the music category Grand Prix at the 2nd MOS RECORDS audition, a project run by 株式会社モスフードサービス, has been selected as the theme song for Chiba Television Broadcasting’s new program “Students in the Field! Civil Engineering Is Fascinating.”
Facts
2nd
Starting October 1 (Thursday)
Every Thursday
Held since 2024
2025 “2nd MOS RECORDS Audition”
Single on October 31
December 2025 and January 2026
Broadcast on December 26, 2025
In July 2026
Broadcast time: Every Thursday, 21:00–21:30
Broadcast period: October 1 (Thursday)–December 24 (Thursday), scheduled
[Spigen] Top picks for October! 3 great-value items for domestic and overseas travel! Up to 15% off sales and social media events also announced!
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Spigen is holding a sale offering up to 15% off travel goods through October 5 and a social media event on X (formerly Twitter) to raffle off passport holders.
めちゃコミック launches “delulu (デルル),” a new manga label that brings the appeal of original works to life in comics
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株式会社めちゃコミック launched the new manga label “delulu (デルル)” on October 1, 2026, through its digital comics service めちゃコミック. The 1st titles to begin serialization are “Secret Love in the Imperial Capital: The Heir Embraces a Jet-Black Modern Girl as His Beloved” and “The Elixir That Works Only on Me: I Drink It, Fight, and Before I Know It, I’m the Strongest in Another World!?”
NIJIN, which supports students who do not attend school, to hold “Metaverse School Tour” 3 times in November for local government and school officials
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株式会社NIJIN will hold 3 tours in November 2026, opening the metaverse campus of NIJINアカデミー, an alternative school that supports students who do not attend school, to local government and school officials.
Includes a BBQ lunch at Toretore Market! New accommodation plan to enjoy autumn in Nanki now on sale [グランドメルキュール和歌山みなべリゾート＆スパ]
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グランドメルキュール和歌山みなべリゾート＆スパ will begin offering the “BBQ Lunch at Toretore Market! Enjoy Nanki Plan” on October 1, 2026, and will also hold seasonal events for autumn.
[October 2026 issue] Actor Honoka Matsumoto appears as the cover model for “PLACOLE＆DRESSY”!
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冒険社プラコレ has chosen actor Honoka Matsumoto as the cover model for the October 2026 issue of “PLACOLE＆DRESSY” and is running a special interview and a signed instant-photo giveaway campaign.
Facts
The total number of followers has exceeded 2.5 million
Monthly total page views exceed 2.6 million!
Can be purchased at up to 90% off
Has surpassed 210,000 downloads in total
A gift for 4 winners
Companies mentioned：株式会社プラコレ、冒険社プラコレ、PLACOLE＆DRESSY、DRESSY、DRESSYONLINE、ViKet Town
90 families with children take part in parenting support event at Yamato City distribution center [Kanagawa]
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生活協同組合パルシステム神奈川 held a parenting support event on September 23 at its distribution center in Yamato City for families with infants aged 0 to 1, with 90 families and 286 people taking part.
Facts
90 families and 286 people who registered in advance took part
Capital contributions: 12.15 billion yen
Number of members: 370,000
Total business volume: 59.57 billion yen
Total business volume of members using the unified business system: 268.96 billion yen
Taste Burkina Faso cuisine and learn about the world’s food situation: food waste study session at a distribution center in Kai City on October 12 (Monday holiday) [Yamanashi, Nagano]
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Pal System Yamanashi Nagano will hold a study session at its Kai Center on October 12, where participants can enjoy Burkina Faso cuisine while learning about the world’s food situation and food waste. A speaker from 認定NPO法人ハンガー・フリー・ワールド will discuss the realities of hunger and considerations when cooking and shopping.
Facts
645 million people
2.5 billion tons
About 40%
Approximately 20 users
Capital contributions: 2.68 billion yen
Union members: 60,000
Total business revenue: 8.39 billion yen
12 member co-ops; total business revenue of members using the unified business system: 268.96 billion yen
Throat lozenges and gummies made with the rare citrus fruit Naoshichi: sampling event in Tokyo by Senjaku Ame Honpo
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株式会社扇雀飴本舗 renewed its throat lozenges and gummies made with the rare citrus fruit Naoshichi from Sukumo, Kochi Prefecture, in September 2026, and is holding sampling events and running transit advertisements in Tokyo.
Facts
Renewed in September 2026
Period: October 2, 2026 (Friday)
Original時間：11時〜17時頃
Event period: October 3 (Saturday) and October 4 (Sunday), 2026
Dalton opens new headquarters, “THE DALTON NODE,” in Toyosu and refreshes its corporate logo—creating a hub that connects people and technology and opens up the future
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株式会社ダルトン will open its new headquarters, “THE DALTON NODE,” in Toyosu, Koto Ward, Tokyo, on October 26, 2026, and refresh its corporate logo for the first time in about 40 years.
Facts
Operations will begin on Monday, October 26, 2026
Corporate logo refreshed for the first time in about 40 years
Ponta薬局 announces launch of same-day medicine delivery service
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Ponta薬局 will launch a same-day medicine delivery service for Tokyo’s 23 wards starting October 1, 2026. After an online medication consultation, medicines will be delivered to the customer’s home that same day if the address is in an eligible area.
The latest title, 『Castlevania: Belmont's Curse』, launches October 15; demo available starting today!
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株式会社コナミデジタルエンタテインメント has begun distributing a demo of 『Castlevania: Belmont's Curse』, due for release on October 15. Co-developed with Evil Empire and Motion Twin, the game supports save-data transfer, and early purchase bonuses and a campaign inviting players to post their impressions are also underway.
Pasona Koshugura launches sake project 『Travel Japan in Awaji Island: Sake Tour Project 2026』 at 9 lodging and dining facilities on Awaji Island starting October 1, “Sake Day”
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株式会社パソナ古酒蔵, part of the Pasona Group, will launch a sake project at 9 lodging and dining facilities on Awaji Island starting October 1. It will offer 15 sake brands from Iwate to Ehime prefectures and 5 long-aged vintage sake brands, aiming to revitalize the sake brewing industry.
Facts
20 brands in total
9 lodging and dining facilities
15 sake brands
5 brands from the long-aged vintage sake brand “Inishie no Bisho”
New installment in the corporate advertising series “Can we make the ordinary the norm?”: “The ordinary is by our side before we know it.” begins airing
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Dai Nippon Printing (DNP) released the third installment in its corporate advertising series, “The ordinary is by our side before we know it,” featuring Satomi Ishihara, on October 1, 2026.
P’s ANDRICHEY launches official website; “Chapter Two” begins as Yutaka Isono explores new possibilities for workwear
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株式会社P’s ANDRICHEY launched its official website on October 1, 2026, as the “第二章” of a new workwear venture led by Representative Director Yutaka Isono. The site shares the concept and product information for its new brand, “CYW56,” and sales of limited-edition models are underway.
Idemitsu Credit 40th anniversary special campaign featuring collaborations with “Tomica” and “Licca-chan” launches
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出光クレジット株式会社 will launch a collaboration campaign featuring Takara Tomy’s “Tomica” and “Licca-chan” starting October 1, 2026, to mark its 40th anniversary. Benefits include points for new members and discounts on gasoline.
No. 1 in fresh pet food sales (※1) (※2), “Coco Gourmet,” to begin airing TV commercials in Hokkaido
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株式会社バイオフィリア will air TV commercials for “Coco Gourmet” in Hokkaido from October 17 to November 1, 2026, and support sales promotion at stores that carry the product.
BREXA Group to relocate headquarters office to “OIMACHI TRACKS BUSINESS TOWER”
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株式会社BREXA Holdings will relocate its headquarters office to “OIMACHI TRACKS BUSINESS TOWER” at the end of December 2026, aiming to strengthen collaboration by having around 700 employees, including those from 5 group companies, work on the same floor.
[Nakano Ward’s first junior youth soccer club is born] NPO法人るがーる to establish N.E.T. FOOTBALL CLUB in April 2027!
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NPO法人るがーる will establish Nakano Ward’s first junior youth soccer club, N.E.T. FOOTBALL CLUB, in April 2027, with Kinya Sakamoto, representative of 株式会社ICE, serving as deputy representative.
Facts
April 2027
October 19
Oct. 26
Companies mentioned：NPO法人るがーる、Especial、N.E.T. FOOTBALL CLUB、株式会社ICE、SHIBUYA CITY FC、広尾フットボールアカデミー、東京農業大学
Blind storyteller Zatō and wheelchair-using poet Eri Mamezuka to perform together for the first time in 13 years; reading event to be held in Beppu on Oct. 3
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Blind storyteller Zatō and wheelchair-using poet Eri Mamezuka will hold a reading event on Oct. 3, 2026, at SIS, an event space in a shopping arcade in Beppu, Oita Prefecture. They aim to work as artists who shift disability from something “spoken about” to something people “identify themselves as.”
1-day disposable toric contact lenses, “1DAYメニコン プレミオ トーリック”: new oblique-axis options address a wider range of astigmatism vision-correction needs
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株式会社メニコン will expand the astigmatism-axis specifications for its 1-day disposable toric contact lenses, “1DAYメニコン プレミオ トーリック,” and begin sales on Oct. 1, 2026. The expanded range will include oblique axes, with coverage expected to rise to approximately 94%.
[LINEヤフー] Joins Apple’s “Mini Apps Partner Program”; revenue share for businesses from in-app purchases on LINE Mini Apps rises to 80%
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LINEヤフー has joined Apple’s “Mini Apps Partner Program,” increasing the revenue share for businesses from in-app purchases on LINE Mini Apps from 69% to 80%.
Facts
Apple payment processing fee: 26%
LINEヤフー payment processing fee: 5%
A total fee of 31%
Revenue share for businesses is 69%
Payment processing fees reduced from the previous 31% to 20%
100 million monthly users in Japan
Apple’s payment processing fee reduced from the previous 26% to 15%
LEncore card gets a new design! New applications open on Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026; first-year annual fee waived and a campaign to share ¥1 million in V Points among participants!
New merchandise featuring original illustrations from the South Korean battle RPG LIMBUS COMPANY goes on sale Oct. 3! Animate will also hold a promotion offering a “postcard” bonus
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株式会社アニメイト will release new merchandise for the South Korean battle RPG LIMBUS COMPANY on Oct. 3, 2026, and hold a promotion at Animate stores nationwide and through Animate’s online store starting the same day.
Upsell Technologies appoints Rina Takeda, formerly of JPモルガン and シティグループ証券, as outside director
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Upsell Technologies has appointed Rina Takeda, formerly of JPモルガン and シティグループ証券, as an outside director effective Oct. 1, 2026, strengthening its management structure and governance.
スニフアウト launches “AI Guideline Development Support” service
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株式会社スニフアウト will launch its “AI Guideline Development Support” service on Oct. 1, 2026, helping organizations create rules for the safe use of generative AI and AI agents.
AX-focused Gooser joins the HiTalent Group, evolving it from a professional talent-matching service into a company that solves challenges through AX promotion
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ハイタレント株式会社 announced that it has made 株式会社Gooser, which specializes in AX (AI Transformation), a wholly owned subsidiary and changed its name to ハイタレントパートナーズ株式会社 effective Oct. 1, 2026. This will expand opportunities for talent on the HiTalent platform to take part in AX promotion projects, and clients will be able to request not only talent assignments but also solutions to challenges through AX promotion.
Facts
More than 3,700 vetted business professionals
Changed its corporate name to ハイタレントパートナーズ株式会社 effective today, Oct. 1, 2026
Became a wholly owned subsidiary effective Aug. 1, 2026
Established in September 2022
Companies mentioned：ハイタレント株式会社、株式会社Gooser、ハイタレントパートナーズ株式会社、HiTalent Inc.
Upsell Technologies accelerates its group strategy; 株式会社エンジン, which specializes in sales support for startups and venture companies, joins the group
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Effective Oct. 1, 2026, Upsell Technologies acquired all issued shares of 株式会社エンジン, making it a 100% subsidiary and bringing it into the group. The companies will combine their inside sales expertise and sales support capabilities to provide new solutions using AI technology and expand their customer base.
“Nishiwaga Autumn Leaves Festival 2026” to be held Oct. 25
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西和賀町観光協会 will hold the 20th anniversary event, “にしわが紅葉まつり2026,” on Oct. 25, 2026. The program will include performances of local traditional arts, boat tours on 錦秋湖 and a food area. JR北上線利用促進協議会, 西和賀商工会 and 株式会社西和賀産業公社 will collaborate on related events.
Notice regarding approval for a new listing on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market
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Allganize Holdings株式会社 announced that it has been approved for a new listing on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market. The planned listing date is Nov. 4, 2026.
[Event] Joint exhibition with Okawa City, Fukuoka Prefecture, at “TOHOKU DX GATEWAY 2026”
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プレイネクストラボ株式会社 will exhibit jointly with Okawa City, Fukuoka Prefecture, at “TOHOKU DX GATEWAY 2026,” to be held at Sendai International Center on Oct. 20, 2026. The company will showcase administrative digital transformation solutions, including an electronic application system using LINE and an AI concierge.
株式会社コナミデジタルエンタテインメント will hold a collaboration with the anime “ダイヤのA actⅡ-Second Season-” in “パワフルプロ野球2026-2027” and “実況パワフルプロ野球.” Characters and music will appear in the games through paid DLC and limited-time campaigns.
Facts
A total of 33 players
550 yen including tax
Originalパワストーン×20
54 million cumulative downloads
Standard edition (physical and download), Nintendo Switch™/PS4®: ¥8,470 (tax included)
Powerful Edition (download only), Nintendo Switch™/PS4®: ¥10,670 (tax included)
Companies mentioned：株式会社コナミデジタルエンタテインメント、KONAMI、任天堂、株式会社ソニー・インタラクティブエンタテインメント、(株)共同通信デジタル、Japan Baseball Data (株)、講談社、テレビ東京
In-person classes resume across Gaza, with more than 500,000 children returning to classrooms; ユニセフ continues to advocate for the right to education [Press release]
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In-person classes have resumed for more than 500,000 children in the Gaza Strip, but approximately 200,000 still lack access to education. ユニセフ is calling for expanded support and funding.
[Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort] “Autumn New Rice Fair” at The Veranda Ishiuchi Maruyama in October and November: Enjoy the flavors of autumn, including freshly harvested Koshihikari rice from Uonuma, Niigata
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The “Autumn New Rice Fair,” featuring freshly harvested Koshihikari rice from the Uonuma area of Niigata, will be held at The Veranda Ishiuchi Maruyama, a scenic viewpoint at Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort. The event will include views of the Tenku Rice landscape, sales of freshly harvested rice at the shop, and a limited-time autumn menu, the “New Rice Onigiri Set,” at the mountaintop restaurant 六華〜ROKKA〜. An event with supervisor 菅本香菜 will also be held on Oct. 31.
株式会社Ginza held its 36th “Kyoeikai” meeting in September 2026 at 後楽園ホテル in Atami, Shizuoka Prefecture, with training and a networking event for construction companies. The company has received the nationwide No. 1 ranking in the condominium renovation category in the Oricon Customer Satisfaction Survey.
Update to the performance indicators for the “Customer-First Business Operations Policy”
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株式会社アイリックコーポレーション has updated the performance indicators for its “Customer-First Business Operations Policy.” The company provides the “Insurance IQ System” insurance analysis platform and has continuously maintained its certification as an accredited agency of 生命保険協会.
ホライズンテクノロジー and Bless International integrate management, aiming to become a “global venture from Fukuoka” through technology and cross-border e-commerce
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On Oct. 1, 2026, ホライズンテクノロジー and Bless International integrated their management under ブレスホールディングス as the holding company, with the aim of becoming a global venture from Fukuoka.
Facts
Oct. 1, 2026
Over a period of 3 years
Shipping track record spanning more than 150 countries
株式会社ヨドコウ will launch black versions of the “ヨド物置エルモシャッター” and “ヨド物置エルモコンビ,” medium- and large-sized galvanized steel storage sheds, as new body colors on Oct. 1, 2026.
株式会社シー・ティー・ワイ and 三重県いなべ市 begin offering the security camera service “ＣＴＹあんしんカメラ” as a hometown tax donation reward, supporting community safety and security
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株式会社シー・ティー・ワイ and 三重県いなべ市 began offering the security camera service “ＣＴＹあんしんカメラ,” which supports community safety and security, as a hometown tax donation reward on Oct. 1, 2026.
Facts
Applications opened on Oct. 1, 2026
〈Ｗｉ－Ｆｉ type ①〉¥45,000
〈Ｗｉ－Ｆｉ type ②〉¥130,000
〈ＳＩＭ type ①〉¥50,000
〈ＳＩＭ type ②〉¥315,000
A monthly usage fee of ¥1,100 (tax included) will be charged
ＣＴＹ Internet users: ¥2,090/month (tax included)
Non-users: a usage fee of ¥2,640/month (tax included) will be charged
Approximately 154,000 households are subscribed to our service
株式会社Low Code changes its name to 株式会社NINAE, positioning itself as an “Enterprise AI Enablement Company” to lead corporate AI transformation
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株式会社Low Code changed its name to 株式会社NINAE effective Oct. 1, 2026, and will strengthen its support for corporate AI transformation as an “Enterprise AI Enablement Company.”
アソビシステム and 電通 to speak at the ad:tech tokyo 2026 keynote, “The State of Customer Creation Today 2026”
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It was announced that 中川悠介 of アソビシステム株式会社 and 深田欧介 of 株式会社電通 will speak at the ad:tech tokyo 2026 keynote, “The State of Customer Creation Today 2026.”
Facts
ad:tech tokyo 2026
Oct. 21–23
Approximately 16,000 people
More than 170
30 countries worldwide
More than 3 million visitors
Companies mentioned：コムエクスポジアム・ジャパン株式会社、アソビシステム株式会社、株式会社電通、Comexposium、Comexposium Japan
こころのカンパニー strengthens its structure for medium- to long-term business growth following the acquisition of its shares by a fund managed by RHEOS Capital Works
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株式会社こころのカンパニー announced that it will strengthen its structure for medium- to long-term business growth following the acquisition of its shares by the public investment trust ひふみクロスオーバーpro, managed by RHEOS Capital Works.
Facts
The company had 241 employees as of August this year (on a consolidated basis)
The company operates at 15 locations nationwide
Its business partners number more than 890 companies, including 57 banks and other financial institutions
三井アウトレットパーク 岡崎 celebrates its 1st anniversary. Thank you all for a wonderful 1st year! Onward to the next exciting chapter. “Thanks 1st Anniversary” celebration
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三井アウトレットパーク 岡崎, operated by 三井不動産商業マネジメント株式会社, will celebrate its 1st anniversary in November 2026. To mark the occasion, it will hold the “Thanks 1st Anniversary” event from October 10 to November 8, 2026.
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1st anniversary
Will celebrate its 1st anniversary in November 2026
株式会社平城苑 will offer “Autumn Recommendations,” a seasonal menu featuring autumn flavors such as mushrooms and sweet potatoes, at select 焼肉 平城苑 and 東京焼肉 平城苑 locations starting October 7, 2026.
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Starting Wednesday, October 7, 2026
The sales period is scheduled to run through Monday, November 30
Original【三井ショッピングパーク ららぽーと名古屋みなとアクルス】TVアニメ『東京リベンジャーズ』最新作「三天戦争編」放送記念！『東京リベンジャーズ』コラボイベント「須辺謝留 虎羅謀 in 阿久留珠」を開催！
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A collaboration event celebrating the broadcast of the latest TV anime Tokyo Revengers installment, “三天戦争編,” will be held at LaLaport Nagoya Minato AQULS, operated by 三井不動産商業マネジメント株式会社. From October 16 to 25, 2026, the event will feature a special photo spot, a display of voice actor autographs, original announcements, and novelty gifts for shoppers who spend a specified amount.
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Customers who spend a total of 2,000 yen or more (tax included; purchases made that day may be combined)
Customers who spend a total of 12,000 yen or more (tax included; purchases made that day may be combined)
CARTA ZERO to transfer d Point Gift and related business to NTT DOCOMO
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CARTA ZERO, a group company of CARTA HOLDINGS, announced that it will transfer “d Point Gift” and related business to NTT DOCOMO effective October 1, 2026.
バルス株式会社 launches a new agency business for independent VTubers
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バルス株式会社 has launched a new agency business for independent VTubers. The business offers creators 100% of revenue, free use of its in-house 3D studio, and comprehensive support for live events and merchandise production. 10 talent groups, including MonsterZ MATE and Roselta, are participating, with support for their activities to be strengthened by drawing on the expertise of 吉本興業グループ.
New release from “Enoden × BILLABONG,” in the spotlight for its uniform redesign! The “crew bag” actually used by Enoden crew members to go on sale to the public.
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Through a collaboration between Enoshima Electric Railway and BILLABONG, the “crew bag,” equipped with features used by train crew members, will go on sale to the public starting October 1, 2026.
A new bowl unique to Sutadonya, pairing fatty pork offal with beef short ribs and a secret garlic-butter soy sauce! Starting October 1, the “Garlic Butter Soy Sauce Fatty Pork Offal Bowl” packs all your yakiniku cravings into one bowl!
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株式会社アントワークス will launch the limited-time “Garlic Butter Soy Sauce Fatty Pork Offal Bowl” at 伝説のすた丼屋 and 名物すた丼の店 starting October 1, 2026.
【October 22 is Draft Day!】Sky A will broadcast the event live in full, from the 1st pick through the final developmental player selection! Comprehensive coverage of draft-related programs, too
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株式会社スカイA will air the “7th Professional Baseball Mock Draft” on October 10, 2026, and on October 22 will broadcast the “2026 Professional Baseball Draft, supported by リポビタンD” live in full through the final selection, followed immediately by a live broadcast of “Professional Baseball Draft Afterparty! 2026.”
【Free webinar on Oct. 7 and 8】Now that we have entered the AI era, what is the path to success for Japanese companies? “Business Thinking at a Turning Point” to be rebroadcast by popular demand to inform business strategy for the second half of the year!
セレブリックス営業総合研究所® adopts new structure; 山本章裕 appointed new director
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セレブリックス営業総合研究所®, operated by 株式会社セレブリックス, implemented an organizational change effective October 1, 2026, appointing 山本章裕 as its new director. 今井晶也 has stepped down as director and become a sales evangelist, with the aim of expanding research areas and strengthening ties with practical work.
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Effective October 1, 2026
Since its establishment in November 2023
In the approximately 3 years since its establishment
We have supported more than approximately 1,400 companies
PingCAP to hold “TiDB User Day 2026” on October 29 and 30 under the theme “AI + Data” — introducing “AI Day,” focused on AI and agents, on the first day
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PingCAP株式会社 will hold “TiDB User Day 2026” in a hybrid format on October 29 and 30, 2026. The first day will feature the new “AI Day,” focused on AI and agents, with approximately 20 companies presenting case studies under the theme “AI + Data.”
[October 17 and 18 only] Shima Mediterranean Village’s “Shima Sky Shot” effectively becomes free when you post on social media!
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Shima Mediterranean Village, part of the IX Holdings Group, will run a campaign on October 17 and 18, 2026, making its automated drone aerial photography service “Shima Sky Shot” effectively free when customers post on social media. It will also hold a Halloween social media photo contest from October 1 to 31.
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Full cashback on the regular ¥2,800 fee (tax included)
For 2 days only: October 17 (Sat.) and 18 (Sun.), 2026
Pair accommodation vouchers for 3 Grand Prix-winning groups, covering 6 people
Lazuli to hold “Shoptalk Fall debriefing” on October 21, exploring “the future of experiences” through insights from the world’s leading retailers
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Lazuli株式会社 will hold the “Shoptalk Fall debriefing” on October 21, 2026, discussing the latest trends in the global retail and e-commerce industries and changes in customer experience (CX) and employee experience (EX) through the use of AI.
Kagoshima debut: “スマイルホテル鹿児島中央駅前” to reopen under a new brand on November 1, 2026 (Sun.)! Excellent location, about 2 minutes on foot from the west exit of JR Kagoshima-Chuo Station
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株式会社ホスピタリティオペレーションズ announced that “スマイルホテル鹿児島中央駅前” will reopen under a new brand in Kagoshima City, Kagoshima Prefecture, on November 1, 2026. All 101 rooms have been renovated, and the hotel is in an excellent location, about 2 minutes on foot from the west exit of JR Kagoshima-Chuo Station. The company has also launched a free trial-stay campaign and plans available exclusively on its official website.
October 1 is “Glasses Day”: Survey of users of ViXion autofocus eyewear
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ViXion株式会社 surveyed 489 purchasers of “ViXion2” and “ViXion2 Pro” to mark “Glasses Day” on October 1. The survey found that 96.1% of purchasers were aged 45 or older, and that the products are used to improve difficulty seeing due to presbyopia and increase work efficiency.
【セザンヌ】New shade joins “ウォータリーティントリップ,” with its glossy, dewy finish lasting for hours! A new shade of “トーンフィルターハイライト” also becomes a permanent offering
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株式会社セザンヌ化粧品 will begin advance sales at select stores in early December 2026 of “11 サクララテ,” a new shade of the tinted lipstick “ウォータリーティントリップ,” and “03 フィルターマット,” a new shade of the powder highlighter “トーンフィルターハイライト.” The company also mentioned the rollout of its global line, “BONBORY.”
On-site AI platform “KANNA” now turns drawing annotations into tasks on the spot and supports integration with voice AI
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株式会社アルダグラム has enhanced the drawing feature of its on-site AI platform “KANNA” and launched a function that converts annotations on drawings into tasks for centralized management. Integration with “タスク 音声AI” also makes it possible to record spoken instructions as tasks.
【スマイルリゾート】Early-bird lift tickets now on sale at 5 ski resorts in Niigata Prefecture; buy easily through the official online service “Smile Ticket”
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Early-bird lift tickets for the 2026-27 winter season are now on sale at 5 ski resorts in Niigata Prefecture operated by 株式会社スマイルリゾート, a group company of 株式会社ホスピタリティオペレーションズ, through the official online service “Smile Ticket.”
New-build hotel “スマイルホテルプレミアム鳥取” to grand open on November 1, 2026 (Sun.)! The 80th nationwide location for the Smile brand
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株式会社ホスピタリティオペレーションズ will grand open the newly built “スマイルホテルプレミアム鳥取” in Tottori City, Tottori Prefecture, on November 1, 2026. It will be the 80th Smile-brand location nationwide and the 6th location nationwide in the premium series.
【Lee | October 1 launch】Choose your favorite from the 101-year history of the iconic “Lee 101.” The “Lee 101 AWARD” is here. Vote for past Lee 101 models for a chance to win premium prizes
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Jeans brand Lee will hold the “Lee 101 AWARD” voting campaign for past models from October 1 to 31, 2026, celebrating the 101st anniversary of the iconic “Lee 101.”
[Survey on asset building] “Preparing for retirement” is the most common goal for building assets, at 54.0%
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In a survey by FANTAS technology株式会社 of 10,000 people in their 20s to 50s from households with annual incomes of at least 5 million yen, the most common goal for building assets was “preparing for retirement” (54.0%), and the share increased with age. While 70.8% were interested in or actively engaged in asset building, 30% had yet to start or were focused mainly on savings. A combined 70.1% preferred investment styles emphasizing safety or balance.
株式会社フォトラクション will exhibit at “Archi Future 2026,” to be held at TFT Hall on October 23, 2026. Its representative director and CEO, Takaharu Nakajima, will speak at the Technical Forum and introduce tools for creating construction drawings using AI-BIM, among other offerings.
Participates in Bunkyo Ward’s “Home-Visit Child-Rearing Support Ticket Program for Single-Parent Families”
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株式会社CaSy joined Bunkyo Ward’s “Home-Visit Child-Rearing Support Ticket Program for Single-Parent Families” as an eligible provider on October 1, 2026, and began offering housekeeping support.
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From Oct. 1, 2026
Original価格は1時間2,790円～
※From December 1, 2026 onward
2,950 yen), among the lowest prices in the industry
Services can be used as soon as 3 hours after booking
A system that makes it easy to request, cancel, or change bookings 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
When the company was founded in 2014
In 2022, it also became the first company whose core business is household support services to list on the Tokyo Stock Exchange
株式会社CaSy announced that it will revise prices for its housekeeping services starting December 1, 2026. The changes are intended to address rising costs due to increases in the minimum wage and inflation, maintain service quality, and raise compensation for its service providers.
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Tokyo’s minimum wage is 1,280 yen
Up 4.4% year on year
Original価格は1時間2,790円～
2,950 yen from December 1, 2026
Service can be used as soon as 3 hours later
Easy to request, cancel, or change bookings 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
When the company was founded in 2014
In 2022, it became the first company whose core business is household support services to list on the 東京証券取引所
[Limited-Time Offer] In celebration of the 40th anniversary, an assortment featuring only pizza buns is finally here: “ピザまん ６コ入.” On sale from October 1, 2026 (Thursday) to October 31 (Saturday)
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株式会社中村屋 will release “ピザまん ６コ入” for a limited time at supermarkets in the Kanto region and neighboring areas starting October 1, 2026, to mark the 40th anniversary of its pizza buns.
【VT COSMETICS】Hydration and a dewy, firm look for skin prone to fluctuations. “VT バイタルヴェールマスク,” infused with the scent of AYURA, arrives in a limited quantity!
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Korean skincare brand “VT COSMETICS” will release “VT バイタルヴェールマスク,” a sheet mask for dry skin, in limited quantities at アインズ＆トルペ stores and online starting October 23, 2026.
株式会社ティアフォー has joined “Arm Total Design for Physical AI,” an initiative run by Arm, and aims to further advance collaboration through Open AD Kit and improve the environment for using Autoware, open-source software for autonomous driving.
What changes will a 1% consumption tax on food and beverages and an earlier summer season bring? Report on consumer trends in the non-food sector in spring 2027 and promotional tips now available
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株式会社クレオ will release a report analyzing the impact on the non-food sector of a planned 1% consumption tax cut on food and beverages, expected to take effect in April 2027, and the earlier start of summer (the pre-summer market).
Yunth “Holiday Collection 2026” launches with 6 items! Christmas-exclusive boxes featuring popular fresh serums go on sale at 楽天市場 starting October 1
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Yunth, the skincare brand of Aiロボティクス株式会社, will begin selling the Christmas-exclusive “Yunth Holiday Collection 2026” in limited quantities on 楽天市場 starting October 1, 2026. The collection includes sets in 6 varieties.
Haircare brand “Linon” launches for the first time at select stores in major drugstore chains マツモトキヨシグループ and ココカラファイングループ
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株式会社SOLIA announced that its haircare brand “Linon” will go on sale at select stores (approximately 800 locations) of マツモトキヨシグループ and ココカラファイングループ starting in early October 2026. The brand will expand its distribution channels to drugstores, in addition to variety stores.
Issues private placement bonds to support community development
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株式会社リブ・マックス issued private placement bonds supporting community development, handled by Hiroshima Bank, and presented a donation of 200,000 yen to 三原市 on September 14, 2026.
Comme des familia to release EP “REWRITE” on October 1
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Dance and vocal unit “Comme des familia” digitally released its 6-track EP “REWRITE” on October 1, 2026. The work blends emotion and chaos, with Hyperpop at its core. A music video premiere and a TikTok livestream will also take place on the same day. Live events are scheduled for October, November, and December at SHIBUYA FOWS and KIWA TENNOZ.
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Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
6-track EP
Original本日21:00には
Original20:00から
Approximately 730,000 followers on TikTok
Approximately 80,000 followers on Instagram
Approximately 15,000 subscribers on YouTube
Approximately 14,000 followers on X
2000.09.29
170 cm
58 kg
2019
April 2025
2000.12.21
165cm
49 kg
Since 2022
Approximately 2 years
Monday, October 12, 2026
OPEN 17:30
Show starts 18:00
Friday, Oct. 30, 2026
Friday, Nov. 20, 2026
Friday, Nov. 27, 2026
Thursday, Dec. 10, 2026
Dec. 18, 2026 (Fri.)
Doors open: 13:00
Starts: 13:30
Participation fee: 2,000 yen
START 18:30
Participation fee: 3,000 yen
Companies mentioned：OIKOS MUSIC株式会社、Comme des familia、Nanasi、Roto、SHIBUYA FOWS、KIWA TENNOZ、TikTok、YouTube、WOWOW、STARRZ TOKYO、eplus.jp、livepocket.jp
Yuskin Pharmaceutical announces “Hand Expo 2026 in Kawasaki”! November 28, 2026 (Saturday). Bringing hand care closer to you.
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Yuskin Pharmaceutical announced that it will hold the hand-care awareness event “Hand Expo 2026 in Kawasaki” on Nov. 28, 2026. An event at the site of its Toyama factory is also planned.
Yuskin Pharmaceutical: “Hand Expo 2026 in Toyama” confirmed for Nov. 14, 2026 (Saturday)! Bringing hand care closer to you.
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Yuskin Pharmaceutical will hold the hand-care awareness event “Hand Expo 2026 in Toyama” at Toyama Station on Nov. 14, 2026. A similar event is also planned at Kawasaki Azalea on Nov. 28 of the same year.
ベンチャーサポートグループ (VSG) announced that 税理士法人S-LINKパートナーズ will join the group effective Oct. 1, 2026, and change its name to “VSGコーポレート税理士法人.” This will strengthen its capacity to provide comprehensive support, from startup assistance through growth and succession.