# AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-01 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 7 of 21

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 1620 items from 5 sources; Taiwan, 454 items from 9 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## [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

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000172.000086211.html
- anchor: #n3129909
- Companies mentioned: 福井市、坂井市、あわら市、東武トップツアーズ株式会社

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.

Facts:
- ¥1,000 (tax included) per person
- Approximately 10 people
- Minimum number of participants: 2

## [Site selection for grid-scale battery storage] Check hazards, land classification, urban planning and relevant laws before project development—initial screening criteria released

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000174.000096742.html
- anchor: #n3129908
- Companies mentioned: サステナブルホールディングス株式会社

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

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000189.000096742.html
- anchor: #n3129907
- Companies mentioned: MIRAI株式会社、サステナブルホールディングス株式会社、サステナブルホールディングスグループ

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.

Facts:
- Approximately 4–6 months
- 03-6821-3107

## [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

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000205.000034331.html
- anchor: #n3129906
- Companies mentioned: 学校法人多摩美術大学、多摩美術大学、MoMA、パルコ、株式会社竹尾、大塚オーミ陶業株式会社、株式会社中川ケミカル、金沢工業大学

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
- On Monday, December 14
- Approximately 70 works
- 1944–2025

## Plans and develops Indian rugs with a focus on material character and texture

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000210.000054227.html
- anchor: #n3129905
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社サンゲツ、株式会社サンゲツヴォーヌ

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.

Facts:
- Net sales (consolidated): 206.4 billion yen
- Price: ¥99,000
- Price: ¥198,000

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000247.000018121.html
- anchor: #n3129904
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社BuySell Technologies、バイセル、東証グロース市場

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.

Facts:
- From Oct. 1, 2026
- Height: 37 cm
- Birthday: August 8
- Securities code: 7685

## Co-located battery begins operation at the Iizuka Daiichi Mega Solar Power Plant in Fukuoka

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000253.000076147.html
- anchor: #n3129903
- Companies mentioned: 東京センチュリー株式会社、京セラTCLソーラー合同会社、株式会社GSユアサ、テス・エンジニアリング株式会社、Tensor Energy株式会社

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.

Facts:
- Output: 1,990 kW
- Output: 1,500 kW
- Capacity: approximately 6,000 kWh

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000299.000030130.html
- anchor: #n3129902
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社テンポスバスターズ、テンポス、イオンタウン浪岡

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.

Facts:
- Monday, Oct. 5, 2026
- The sales floor covers 413 tsubo
- The region’s largest selection: 400 units
- More than 260 types available
- List price: ¥1,895,300
- The price comes to ¥303,190
- 84.0% off the list price

## [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”

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000429.000067788.html
- anchor: #n3129901
- Companies mentioned: 学校法人武蔵野大学、武蔵野大学、つくば市、watage、Dear Tree Project

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

## [Popular insurance rankings] October 2026 edition released! Insurance comparison site “Element Insurance”

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000456.000073883.html
- anchor: #n3129900
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エレメント、ペットメディカルサポート株式会社、第一アイペット損害保険株式会社、リトルファミリー少額短期保険株式会社、アニコム損害保険株式会社、株式会社FPC、ミカタ少額短期保険株式会社、エール少額短期保険株式会社、ジャパン少額短期保険株式会社、アクサ損害保険株式会社、ＳＯＭＰＯダイレクト損害保険株式会社、チューリッヒ保険会社、ソニー損害保険株式会社、三井ダイレクト損害保険株式会社、楽天損害保険株式会社、au損害保険株式会社、あんしん少額短期保険株式会社、三井ダイレクト損保、アクサダイレクト損保

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!!

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000471.000061977.html
- anchor: #n3129899
- Companies mentioned: KOBUSHI MARKETING合同会社、株式会社セガ、ナイキジャパン、株式会社アダストリア、渋谷未来デザイン、kubotech合同会社、and GOLF、オージス総研、株式会社セガ エックスディー、旧クロシードデジタル株式会社、JIBUNHOUSE

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.

Facts:
- Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2026
- 19:00～
- 5,500 yen
- 6,000 yen
- Annual sales of ¥100 million or more
- Monthly sales of ¥1 million or more
- A community with 5,000 members
- More than 200 business networking events annually
- A network of 10,000 people
- About 85 companies are participating
- 30,000 yen per month (excluding tax)

## [ミナ ペルホネン × 土屋鞄] Limited-edition collaboration school backpacks for students entering school in 2028 go on sale

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000474.000007557.html
- anchor: #n3129898
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社土屋鞄製造所、土屋鞄、ミナ ペルホネン、grirose、depsoa

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.

Facts:
- All 9 products
- More than 30 locations nationwide
- Lightweight at approximately 1,220 g
- 12.5 cm gusset width
- Price: ¥96,000 (tax included)

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000498.000012773.html
- anchor: #n3129897
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社サン・スマイル、i’m meme、アイムミミ、ロフト、PLAZA、サン・スマイル公式オンラインストア、サンスマルシェ、Amazon、TikTok Shop

株式会社サン・スマイルは、韓国発コスメブランド「i’m meme」の累計出荷No.1シリーズ「アイムマルチスティックデュアル」の新製品として、チークとハイライターを1本に集約した「チーク＆ハイライター」を発売する。

Facts:
- Price: 1,980 yen (tax included)
- 1.1 cm wide
- A video with more than 6 million views
- No. 1 for more than 5 consecutive months

## How can the problem of “unsellable real estate” amid urgent funding needs be solved? Real estate appraisers to hold individual Q&A session

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000536.000118219.html
- anchor: #n3129896
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SA、SAグループ

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.

Facts:
- Oct. 8, 2026
- In just “3 days”
- 10,000 consultations per year
- More than 600 property sales

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000571.000036932.html
- anchor: #n3129895
- Companies mentioned: ジェイ・ワークス株式会社、セバスチャン・ブイエ、伊勢丹新宿店、西武池袋本店、[Goûter] グテ 学芸大学店、高島屋、日本橋高島屋、新宿高島屋、玉川高島屋、横浜高島屋、大宮高島屋、柏高島屋、高崎高島屋

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.

Facts:
- 6 types in total
- Price: ¥4,968 (tax included)
- Price: ¥6,156 (tax included)
- Price: ¥4,644 (tax included)
- Price: ¥3,780 (tax included)
- Price: ¥5,400 (tax included)
- Fleur de l’Aube: ¥6,480 (tax included)
- Couronne de Noël: ¥5,400 (tax included)

## [平和堂] Signs top partner agreement with B.Premier team 滋賀レイクス for the 2026-27 season

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000601.000096754.html
- anchor: #n3129894
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社平和堂、平和堂、株式会社滋賀レイクス、滋賀レイクス、サッポロビール株式会社

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.

Facts:
- 2026-27 season
- 平和堂: 170 stores
- 350ml can
- ¥208 before tax
- Approximately 6,000 cases

## 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!

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000628.000075449.html
- anchor: #n3129893
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社モスフードサービス、MOS RECORDS、モスバーガー、千葉テレビ放送株式会社、チバテレ

“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!

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000636.000054695.html
- anchor: #n3129892
- Companies mentioned: Spigen、シュピゲン、Amazon

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.

Facts:
- Up to 15% off
- Number of winners: 3
- More than 60 countries worldwide

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000703.000022277.html
- anchor: #n3129891
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社めちゃコミック、めちゃコミック

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!?”

Facts:
- October 3

## NIJIN, which supports students who do not attend school, to hold “Metaverse School Tour” 3 times in November for local government and school officials

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000908.000099150.html
- anchor: #n3129890
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NIJIN、NIJINアカデミー、授業てらす、NIJIN放課後プロジェクトスクール

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.

Facts:
- Approximately 350,000 nationwide
- Since opening in September 2023
- More than 900 nationwide (as of September 2026)
- Founded: April 2022

## 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]

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001081.000052177.html
- anchor: #n3129889
- Companies mentioned: エイ・エイ・ピー・シー・ジャパン株式会社、グランドメルキュール和歌山みなべリゾート＆スパ、アコー、ALL Accor、Ennismore

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.

Facts:
- Launching Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- About 35 minutes by car
- 1名 2,000円（税込）
- Limited to the first 30 people
- 大人 1名 2,500円
- 1回 500円～
- Operates more than 80 hotels
- Operates more than 5,800 facilities

## [October 2026 issue] Actor Honoka Matsumoto appears as the cover model for “PLACOLE＆DRESSY”!

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001164.000021126.html
- anchor: #n3129888
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プラコレ、冒険社プラコレ、PLACOLE＆DRESSY、DRESSY、DRESSYONLINE、ViKet Town

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

## 90 families with children take part in parenting support event at Yamato City distribution center [Kanagawa]

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001385.000006976.html
- anchor: #n3129887
- Companies mentioned: 生活協同組合パルシステム神奈川、パルシステム生活協同組合連合会、パルシステム東京、パルシステム千葉、パルシステム埼玉、パルシステム茨城 栃木、パルシステム山梨 長野、パルシステム群馬、パルシステム福島、パルシステム静岡、パルシステム新潟ときめき、パルシステム共済連、あいコープみやぎ

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
- Total number of members 1.77 million

## 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]

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001387.000006976.html
- anchor: #n3129886
- Companies mentioned: 生活協同組合パルシステム山梨 長野、認定NPO法人ハンガー・フリー・ワールド、HFW、国連児童基金、世界自然保護基金、パルシステム生活協同組合連合会、パルシステム東京、パルシステム神奈川、パルシステム千葉、パルシステム埼玉、パルシステム茨城 栃木、パルシステム群馬、パルシステム福島、パルシステム静岡、パルシステム新潟ときめき、パルシステム共済連、あいコープみやぎ

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
- Total number of members 1.77 million

## Throat lozenges and gummies made with the rare citrus fruit Naoshichi: sampling event in Tokyo by Senjaku Ame Honpo

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:09:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000109830.html
- anchor: #n3129951
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社扇雀飴本舗、東京交通会館、まるごと高知

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)
- 時間：11時〜17時頃
- Event period: October 3 (Saturday) and October 4 (Sunday), 2026
- Content: 80g
- Net weight: 40g
- Celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2025

## “MR-G” adorned with blue sapphire crystal

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:09:29+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000530.000040622.html
- anchor: #n3129952
- Companies mentioned: カシオ計算機、カシオ計算機株式会社

カシオ計算機は、G-SHOCKの最上位コレクション「MR-G」の新製品として、ブルーサファイアクリスタルをベゼル全面に採用した世界限定20本の腕時計『MRG-D5000』を12月1日より販売するとともに、関連モデル3種類を発売する。

Facts:
- World-limited edition of 20 pieces
- 11,000,000 yen (tax included)
- 880,000 yen (tax included)
- 110,000 yen (tax included)
- Production: 500 pieces
- Capital: ¥48.592 billion

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:09:19+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000191070.html
- anchor: #n3129953
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ダルトン、株式会社イトーキ、株式会社ダルトンメンテナンス、STÄUBLI

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
- Since our founding in 1939
- Over 87 years since its founding

## Ponta薬局 announces launch of same-day medicine delivery service

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:08:56+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000185193.html
- anchor: #n3129954
- Companies mentioned: Ponta薬局、パームヘルスケア株式会社

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.

Facts:
- Oct. 1, 2026
- 17:00
- 1,200 yen (tax included)

## The latest title, 『Castlevania: Belmont's Curse』, launches October 15; demo available starting today!

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:08:27+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001507.000050711.html
- anchor: #n3129955
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コナミデジタルエンタテインメント、KONAMI、Evil Empire、Motion Twin

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.

Facts:
- Oct. 15, 2026
- 3,850 yen (tax included)
- 4,950 yen (tax included)
- 40 winners in total

## 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”

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:08:24+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002314.000016751.html
- anchor: #n3129956
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社パソナグループ、株式会社パソナ古酒蔵、株式会社匠創生、株式会社日本の古酒蔵、喜久盛酒造、会津酒造、釜屋、岩瀬酒造、南部酒造場、皇国晴酒造、藤居本家、木下酒造、稲見酒造、岡田本家、本田商店、梅津酒造、三冠酒造、村重酒造、梅錦山川、日本酒造組合中央会

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”
- Thursday, October 1, 2026 (Sake Day)

## New TV commercial, “Leap,” to begin airing on October 1

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:08:18+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000153609.html
- anchor: #n3129957
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社商工組合中央金庫、商工中金

株式会社商工組合中央金庫 will begin nationwide airing of its new TV commercial, “Leap,” on October 1, 2026.

Facts:
- Oct. 1, 2026
- 15 seconds

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:06:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001054.000069194.html
- anchor: #n3129958
- Companies mentioned: 大日本印刷株式会社、DNP、東京メトロ、都営新宿線、JR東京駅、JR新大阪駅、東海道新幹線、Osaka Metro、ホリプロ

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.

Facts:
- Oct. 1, 2026
- 3rd installment
- April 2026

## P’s ANDRICHEY launches official website; “Chapter Two” begins as Yutaka Isono explores new possibilities for workwear

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:06:15+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000190989.html
- anchor: #n3129959
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社P’s ANDRICHEY、P’s ANDRICHEY、CYW56

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.

Facts:
- Oct. 1, 2026
- For over 30 years
- 56 years old

## Idemitsu Credit 40th anniversary special campaign featuring collaborations with “Tomica” and “Licca-chan” launches

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:05:55+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000181924.html
- anchor: #n3129960
- Companies mentioned: 出光クレジット株式会社、株式会社タカラトミー

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.

Facts:
- 40th anniversary of its founding
- Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- Up to 6,000 points
- Up to 10 yen/L off
- For every 1,000 yen spent
- Earn 5 points
- Cumulative sales of 1 billion units

## No. 1 in fresh pet food sales (※1) (※2), “Coco Gourmet,” to begin airing TV commercials in Hokkaido

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:05:37+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000203.000044537.html
- anchor: #n3129961
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社バイオフィリア、TPCマーケティングリサーチ株式会社、イオン北海道株式会社、株式会社ジョイフルエーケー

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.

Facts:
- Approximately 230,000 dogs registered
- Hokkaido: 234,280 dogs
- Cumulative total of 3,500 sales locations
- More than 500,000 member dogs
- Capital: 70,000,000 yen

## 【千葉市 令和9年1月開始】見守りサポートここわが千葉市「高齢者選べる見まもりサービス」の登録事業者に決定

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:05:24+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000174366.html
- anchor: #n3129962
- Companies mentioned: TRIAS株式会社、千葉市、横浜市

TRIAS株式会社の高齢者向け見守りサービス「ここわ」が、千葉市で令和9年1月に開始される「高齢者選べる見まもりサービス」の登録事業者に決定した。これにより、千葉市の65歳以上ひとり暮らし世帯は月額費用の補助を受けられ、負担額は月額89円となる。

Facts:
- 89 yen per month
- 1,000 yen per month
- Initial fee: 9,800 yen
- Monthly fee: 980 yen
- Aged 65 and older

## BREXA Group to relocate headquarters office to “OIMACHI TRACKS BUSINESS TOWER”

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:04:04+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000165452.html
- anchor: #n3129963
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社BREXA Holdings、株式会社BREXA Next、株式会社BREXA Technology、株式会社BREXA CrossBorder、株式会社BREXA Engineering、株式会社BREXA Communications、株式会社BREXA Velta、BREXA RAYA Indonesia、BREXA SOLVIA、BREXA Advan、BREXA PCT、株式会社アウトソーシング

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.

Facts:
- Starting at the end of December 2026
- 5 group companies
- More than 700 employees
- Sales of approximately 836.6 billion yen

## Providing AI presentation evaluation application “Nanapre” to Nanairo Life Insurance

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:03:44+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000154651.html
- anchor: #n3129964
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Ippu Senkin、なないろ生命保険株式会社、朝日生命グループ

株式会社Ippu Senkin has begun providing Nanairo Life Insurance with “NanaPre,” an AI-powered presentation evaluation application.

Facts:
- Opened in April 2021
- Establishment date: May 1, 2024

## [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!

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:03:42+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000033.000176708.html
- anchor: #n3129965
- 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

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

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:03:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000035.000139909.html
- anchor: #n3129966
- Companies mentioned: 特定非営利活動法人こんぺいとう企画、SIS、おしゃれの店アキヨシ、就労継続支援B型事業所ぺんぎんクリエイツ

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.”

Facts:
- October 3, 2026
- Doors open at 18:30
- Event starts at 19:00
- Scheduled to end at 20:30
- 5-minute walk from the station
- A relationship spanning 15 years

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:03:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000443.000005623.html
- anchor: #n3129967
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社メニコン、メニコングループ

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%.

Facts:
- Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- Approximately 12% growth year over year
- Improved to approximately 94%
- A total of 4 axes

## [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%

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:02:33+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001811.000129774.html
- anchor: #n3129968
- Companies mentioned: LINEヤフー株式会社、LINEヤフー、Apple Inc.、Apple

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!

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:01:44+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000726.000034304.html
- anchor: #n3129969
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ローソンエンタテインメント、ローソンチケット、三井住友カード株式会社

株式会社ローソンエンタテインメント運営のローソンチケットは、有料会員サービス「LEncore」発行カードの新デザインリニューアルを発表。2026年10月1日より新規受付を開始し、ナンバーレス仕様とVポイント対応を採用する。記念キャンペーンとして初年度年会費無料およびVポイント100万円分山分けを実施。

Facts:
- Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- ¥1 million in V Points
- Regular price: ¥1,650 (tax included)
- Up to 800 points

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:01:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009031.000016756.html
- anchor: #n3129970
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アニメイト、Project Moon、ロボトミーコーポレーション

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.

Facts:
- October 3, 2026
- 1,980 yen each (tax included)
- 1パック550円（税込）
- 1 box (13 packs): ¥7,150 (tax included)
- 1 pack: ¥660 (tax included)
- 1 box (13 packs): ¥8,580 (tax included)
- Deposit: 1,100 yen (tax included)
- All 26 varieties

## New palo santo and mini-length incense join the sacred smoke and fragrance “浄香（きよめこう）” series

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:01:32+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000345.000017769.html
- anchor: #n3129971
- Companies mentioned: カメヤマ株式会社

カメヤマ株式会社 will release palo santo and mini-length incense in its 浄香 series on Oct. 1, 2026, bringing the lineup to a full range of 8 types.

Facts:
- Oct. 1, 2026
- All 8 types
- Approximately 93 mm
- Approximately 19 minutes

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:01:24+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000074.000030394.html
- anchor: #n3129972
- Companies mentioned: アップセルテクノロジィーズ株式会社、JPモルガン、シティグループ証券、日本インフラ承継株式会社、バークレイズ・キャピタル証券株式会社、ブックフィールド・キャピタル株式会社、ブラックロック・ジャパン株式会社、JPモルガン株式会社、シティグループ証券株式会社

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.

Facts:
- Effective October 1, 2026
- For more than 17 years

## ゼットスケーラー strengthens APJ leadership to accelerate growth in the AI era

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:01:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000119.000055108.html
- anchor: #n3129973
- Companies mentioned: ゼットスケーラー、Zscaler, Inc.、VMware、Amazon Web Services、BT、BDO Bank、Korea Zinc、International SOS、PT Bank Hibank、NCS

ゼットスケーラー has appointed Sanjay Yadave as senior vice president for APJ to accelerate growth in the region.

Facts:
- More than 25 years of experience
- Over the past 2 years
- More than 160 locations worldwide

## スニフアウト launches “AI Guideline Development Support” service

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:01:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000032.000116826.html
- anchor: #n3129974
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スニフアウト、スニフアウト

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.

Facts:
- Launching Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026

## AX-focused Gooser joins the HiTalent Group, evolving it from a professional talent-matching service into a company that solves challenges through AX promotion

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:01:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000043.000056630.html
- anchor: #n3129975
- 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.

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

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:01:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000075.000030394.html
- anchor: #n3129976
- Companies mentioned: アップセルテクノロジィーズ株式会社、株式会社エンジン

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.

Facts:
- 100% subsidiary
- 24 years since founding
- 2,150 seats
- 2,000 seats
- 150 seats
- Capital: 10 million yen

## “Nishiwaga Autumn Leaves Festival 2026” to be held Oct. 25

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:58+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000048.000136246.html
- anchor: #n3129978
- Companies mentioned: 西和賀町観光協会、西和賀町、西和賀商工会、株式会社西和賀産業公社、JR北上線利用促進協議会、JR東日本

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.

Facts:
- Oct. 25, 2026
- Celebrating its 20th anniversary this year
- Date and time: Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026, 10:00–15:30
- Fee: ¥1,000 for 1 person
- Vouchers worth ¥300

## Notice regarding approval for a new listing on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:49+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000104727.html
- anchor: #n3129979
- Companies mentioned: Allganize Holdings株式会社、株式会社東京証券取引所、日本取引所グループ

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.

Facts:
- November 4, 2026
- 240 companies

## [Event] Joint exhibition with Okawa City, Fukuoka Prefecture, at “TOHOKU DX GATEWAY 2026”

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000259.000028653.html
- anchor: #n3129980
- Companies mentioned: プレイネクストラボ株式会社、スマート公共ラボ、LINE

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.

Facts:
- October 20, 2026 (Tuesday)
- approximately 1,000 people
- Approximately 3 years
- 9 types of electronic applications
- More than 250 cases in 2 months
- More than 190 nationwide (as of September 2026)

## “ダイヤのA actⅡ-Second Season-” × “パワプロ” collaboration launches

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:37+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001508.000050711.html
- anchor: #n3129981
- 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

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
- 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)

## 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]

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002772.000005176.html
- anchor: #n3129982
- Companies mentioned: ユニセフ、国連児童基金、UNICEF、公益財団法人日本ユニセフ協会

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.

Facts:
- More than 500,000 children
- Approximately 200,000 still
- Nearly 98% of school buildings
- 203 learning centers
- More than 335,000 children
- Approximately 700,000 school-age children
- More than 460,000 children

## [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

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:26+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000132.000056867.html
- anchor: #n3129983
- Companies mentioned: アルピナリゾートマネジメント株式会社、株式会社 石打事業所、象印、KKday

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.

Facts:
- 10/31 (Sat.)
- 3,000 yen per person
- Through Sunday, Nov. 8
- Adults: ¥2,000
- Children: ¥1,200
- Students: ¥1,500

## [株式会社Ginza] The 36th “Kyoeikai” meeting was held

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:19+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000099.000123221.html
- anchor: #n3129984
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Ginza、後楽園ホテル、GINZA SIX

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.

Facts:
- 36th term
- September 2026
- 175,000 cases
- January 1989
- As of the end of fiscal 2025
- Nationwide first place

## Update to the performance indicators for the “Customer-First Business Operations Policy”

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001068.000001256.html
- anchor: #n3129985
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アイリックコーポレーション、生命保険協会

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.

Facts:
- Provided since April 2004
- Launched in February 2023

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:13+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000120191.html
- anchor: #n3129986
- Companies mentioned: ホライズンテクノロジー株式会社、Bless International株式会社、ブレスホールディングス株式会社、Neokyo、株式会社リクルートエージェント、株式会社リクルート、株式会社サイバーエージェント、株式会社インテリジェンス、パーソルキャリア株式会社、株式会社サーキュレーション

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

## 「BLACKエルモシャッター」「BLACKエルモコンビ」発売のお知らせ

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000024.000068872.html
- anchor: #n3129987
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ヨドコウ

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.

Facts:
- Will go on sale Thursday, October 1, 2026
- ¥385,000 (tax included)
- ¥628,100 (tax included)
- 10 sizes in total
- 6 sizes in total

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000150263.html
- anchor: #n3129989
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社シー・ティー・ワイ、三重県いなべ市、株式会社ＣＣＪ、いなべ警察署、ＮＣＴ、ＣＮＳ、ＪＣＶ、ＴＰ-ＬＩＮＫ、アンカー

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

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000141443.html
- anchor: #n3129988
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Low Code、株式会社NINAE、日本マイクロソフト

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.”

Facts:
- Effective October 1, 2026
- 40,000 employees
- 2 years and 8 months since founding

## 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”

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000207.000013647.html
- anchor: #n3129990
- 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

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

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000121.000077937.html
- anchor: #n3131439
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社こころのカンパニー、レオス・キャピタルワークス株式会社、トリニティ・テクノロジー株式会社

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

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000121.000105392.html
- anchor: #n3131438
- Companies mentioned: 三井不動産商業マネジメント株式会社、三井アウトレットパーク 岡崎、三井ショッピングパークカード、CBCテレビ、TSUJIGUCHI WORLD、ROASTING H、矢場味仙、シャルムベーカリー・ポンシェ、スパゲッティハウス ヨコイ、ポロ ラルフローレン ファクトリーストア、スペイン窯 パンのトラ

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.

Facts:
- 1st anniversary
- Will celebrate its 1st anniversary in November 2026
- Starting Saturday, October 10, 2026
- Through Sunday, November 8
- Around 90 stores will take part
- Limited to the first 1,111 customers
- Participation fee: 5,000 yen
- Shopping vouchers worth 6,000 yen or more
- Shopping vouchers worth up to 100,000 yen
- A one-coin offer (500 yen)
- Number of stores: approximately 180
- Parking capacity: approximately 3,800 vehicles

## 『焼肉 平城苑』秋の味覚を楽しむ「秋のおすすめ」を10月7日より期間限定で販売

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000122.000029315.html
- anchor: #n3131437
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社平城苑、焼肉 平城苑、東京焼肉 平城苑

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.

Facts:
- Starting Wednesday, October 7, 2026
- The sales period is scheduled to run through Monday, November 30
- Enjoy the textures of 7 varieties of mushrooms
- 〈焼肉 平城苑〉605 yen (tax included)
- 〈東京焼肉 平城苑〉700 yen (tax included)
- 〈焼肉 平城苑〉1,078 yen (tax included)
- 〈東京焼肉 平城苑〉1,320 yen (tax included)
- 〈焼肉 平城苑〉1,188 yen (tax included)
- 〈焼肉 平城苑〉660 yen (tax included)
- Since its founding in 1970
- It marked its 55th anniversary in 2025
- 35 locations, mainly in the greater Tokyo area
- The company operates 1 location overseas
- Capital: 45 million yen

## 【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！

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000122.000105392.html
- anchor: #n3131435
- Companies mentioned: 三井不動産商業マネジメント株式会社、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

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.

Facts:
- 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)
- 当日1会計1,000円（税込・合算不可）のご注文で
- Number of stores: approximately 206
- Parking capacity: approximately 3,000 vehicles

## CARTA ZERO to transfer d Point Gift and related business to NTT DOCOMO

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000122.000130668.html
- anchor: #n3131434
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社CARTA HOLDINGS、株式会社CARTA ZERO、株式会社NTTドコモ、株式会社D2C

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.

Facts:
- Effective October 1, 2026
- Since December 2022
- Effective July 1, 2026
- Capital: 60 million yen

## バルス株式会社 launches a new agency business for independent VTubers

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000123.000034713.html
- anchor: #n3131433
- Companies mentioned: バルス株式会社、MonsterZ MATE、Roselta、吉本興業、吉本興業グループ、YouTube

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.

Facts:
- 100%
- 10 pairs

## 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.

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000123.000076987.html
- anchor: #n3131431
- Companies mentioned: 江ノ島電鉄株式会社、BOARD RIDERS JAPAN合同会社、BILLABONG

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.

Facts:
- ¥9,900 (tax included)
- Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- Now in its 3rd year

## 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!

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000124.000017310.html
- anchor: #n3131430
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アントワークス、伝説のすた丼屋、名物すた丼の店

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.

Facts:
- Oct. 1, 2026
- ¥1,390 including tax
- Approximately 370 g
- Total weight: approximately 500 g
- 182 locations nationwide

## Launch of an “AI Camera Parking Availability Management System” for large outdoor parking lots

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000125.000012195.html
- anchor: #n3131429
- Companies mentioned: オプテックス株式会社、オプテックス、オプテックスグループ、サンリツオートメイション、エクノス

オプテックスは、2026年10月1日より屋外の大規模駐車場向けの『AIカメラ満空管理システム』を発売する。本システムはグループ企業のサンリツオートメイソンとエクノスの技術を活用し、エッジAIによる画像解析で広範囲の駐車状況を可視化する。設計上の検知率目標は95%以上で、1台のエッジAIで最大4台のカメラ、最大200車室を処理可能。NDAA準拠であり、5年で6万車室への提供を目指す。

Facts:
- From Oct. 1, 2026
- Up to 4 cameras
- Up to 200 parking spaces
- Target detection rate: 95% or higher
- In 5 years
- 60,000 parking spaces

## 【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

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000125.000036277.html
- anchor: #n3131428
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スカイA、ABCテレビ、リポビタンD、スカパー！、J：COM、ひかりＴＶ、auひかりテレビサービス、YouTube、X（旧Twitter）

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.”

Facts:
- Saturday, October 10, 2026
- From 8:00 p.m.
- Thursday, October 22
- Live broadcast from 4:30 p.m.
- Live broadcast from 9:00 p.m.

## 【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!

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000125.000054994.html
- anchor: #n3131427
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イノーバ、富士通、楽天、ネクスパス、トーチライト、博報堂DYグループ、インプレス、日経BP社

株式会社イノーバは、2026年10月7日と8日に経営層向け無料オンラインセミナー『AI時代に突入した今、日本企業の“勝ち筋”とは』の録画配信を決定した。

Facts:
- Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026
- Thursday, Oct. 8
- Free online seminar
- Management issues of more than 5000 companies
- For more than 15 years

## セレブリックス営業総合研究所® adopts new structure; 山本章裕 appointed new director

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000126.000014708.html
- anchor: #n3131426
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セレブリックス、セレブリックス営業総合研究所®

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.

Facts:
- 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
- Established: May 1998

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000126.000089466.html
- anchor: #n3131425
- Companies mentioned: PingCAP株式会社、Butterfly Effect Pte. Ltd.、株式会社LangGenius、株式会社サイバーエージェント、株式会社メルカリ、Vポイントマーケティング株式会社、株式会社コラボスタイル、クラスメソッド株式会社、株式会社Cygames、株式会社GAGA、株式会社ひとまいる、KDDIアイレット株式会社、Notta株式会社、FlashLabs株式会社、株式会社 パソナデータ&デザイン、株式会社SODA、ソフトバンク株式会社、Squadbase株式会社、サミット株式会社、TISI株式会社、JUREN 株式会社、アマゾン ウェブ サービス ジャパン合同会社、グーグル合同会社、日本マイクロソフト株式会社、エアークローゼット

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.”

Facts:
- Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026
- 30 (Fri.)
- 5th edition
- Approximately 20 companies
- 12 sessions
- 8 companies
- More than 4,000 companies
- Established: March 2021

## [October 17 and 18 only] Shima Mediterranean Village’s “Shima Sky Shot” effectively becomes free when you post on social media!

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000126.000116691.html
- anchor: #n3131424
- Companies mentioned: IXホールディングス株式会社、株式会社志摩地中海村、JR東海、近鉄グループホールディングス、志摩市

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.

Facts:
- 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

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000127.000068652.html
- anchor: #n3131423
- Companies mentioned: Lazuli株式会社、株式会社ヤプリ

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.

Facts:
- Oct. 21, 2026
- 17:30～20:15
- 17:00
- Oct. 19, 2026
- 12:00

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000129.000078364.html
- anchor: #n3131422
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ホスピタリティオペレーションズ、ジョイフル

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.

Facts:
- Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
- 79th location nationwide
- About a 2-minute walk
- 5 pairs, 10 people
- 101 rooms in total
- Open 24 hours
- From ¥3,000
- From ¥4,000

## October 1 is “Glasses Day”: Survey of users of ViXion autofocus eyewear

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000129.000105928.html
- anchor: #n3131421
- Companies mentioned: ViXion株式会社

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.

Facts:
- 489 purchasers
- 96.1% of purchasers
- 55.6% work on a computer at home
- More than ¥550 million in cumulative sales

## 【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

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000130.000042040.html
- anchor: #n3131420
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セザンヌ化粧品、セザンヌ、BONBORY

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.”

Facts:
- Early December 2026
- ¥660 including tax
- ¥693 (tax included)
- ¥748 (tax included)
- ¥781 (including tax)
- Launched in 1964

## On-site AI platform “KANNA” now turns drawing annotations into tasks on the spot and supports integration with voice AI

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000130.000058603.html
- anchor: #n3131419
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アルダグラム、アルダグラム

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.

Facts:
- More than 100 countries worldwide
- 100,000 companies (*)
- Supports 6 languages
- Offers 2 services

## 【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”

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000130.000078364.html
- anchor: #n3131418
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ホスピタリティオペレーションズ、株式会社スマイルリゾート

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.”

Facts:
- Regular price ¥5,200
- Early-bird price ¥3,200
- Regular price ¥7,300
- Early-bird price ¥4,600
- Regular price ¥6,700
- Early-bird price ¥4,300
- Regular price ¥5,600
- Early-bird price ¥3,900
- Regular price ¥5,700
- Early-bird price ¥3,600
- 2026-27 winter season

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000131.000078364.html
- anchor: #n3131417
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ホスピタリティオペレーションズ、スマイルホテル

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.

Facts:
- Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
- 80th location nationwide
- 6th location nationwide
- 119 rooms in total
- 5 pairs, 10 people

## 【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

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000132.000001799.html
- anchor: #n3131416
- Companies mentioned: Lee、H.D.リー・マーカンタイル・カンパニー

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.”

Facts:
- 101-year history
- Oct. 1, 2026
- 101 winners in total
- 13 styles selected

## [Survey on asset building] “Preparing for retirement” is the most common goal for building assets, at 54.0%

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000132.000023490.html
- anchor: #n3131415
- Companies mentioned: FANTAS technology株式会社、株式会社エクスクリエ

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.

Facts:
- 54.0％
- 10,000 people
- 70.8％
- 29.2％
- 31.4％
- 70.1％

## フォトラクション to exhibit at “Archi Future 2026”

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000134.000033069.html
- anchor: #n3131414
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フォトラクション、フォトラクション、Archi Future 実行委員会

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.

Facts:
- Oct. 23, 2026
- 13:30～14:00
- 625 million yen

## Participates in Bunkyo Ward’s “Home-Visit Child-Rearing Support Ticket Program for Single-Parent Families”

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000135.000010448.html
- anchor: #n3131413
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社CaSy、カジー

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.

Facts:
- From Oct. 1, 2026
- 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

## Notice Regarding Price Changes

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000136.000010448.html
- anchor: #n3131412
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社CaSy、カジー、東京証券取引所

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.

Facts:
- Tokyo’s minimum wage is 1,280 yen
- Up 4.4% year on year
- 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)

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000136.000012703.html
- anchor: #n3131411
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社中村屋、日本記念日協会

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.

Facts:
- 40th anniversary of the launch
- ピザまん ６コ入
- From Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- Saturday, Oct. 31
- 628 yen (before tax)
- 679 yen (tax included)
- Shelf life: 4 days

## 【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!

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000137.000096821.html
- anchor: #n3131410
- Companies mentioned: VT COSMETICS、アインズ＆トルペ、株式会社VT JAPAN、AYURA、Qoo10、Rakuten、ZOZOTOWN、Amazon

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.

Facts:
- Starting Friday, Oct. 23, 2026
- From Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- 4 sheets
- 2,475 yen (tax included)
- 1 sheet
- 687 yen (tax included)

## ティアフォー joins Arm Total Design for Physical AI

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000139.000040119.html
- anchor: #n3131409
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ティアフォー、Arm、The Autoware Foundation、ティアフォー

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.

Facts:
- September 2026
- January 2026
- Dec. 2015

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000140.000016941.html
- anchor: #n3131408
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クレオ

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).

Facts:
- Starting in April 2027
- Limited to 2 years
- Price: 100,000 yen
- Price: 150,000 yen
- Capital: 82.84 million yen

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000140.000061176.html
- anchor: #n3131407
- Companies mentioned: Aiロボティクス株式会社、Yunth、楽天市場、Brighte、Straine

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.

Facts:
- Oct. 1, 2026
- 6 types in total
- 16,830 yen
- 15,840 yen
- ¥4,180
- ¥5,180

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000143.000010863.html
- anchor: #n3131406
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SOLIA、Linon、マツモトキヨシグループ、ココカラファイングループ、Amazon、TikTok、ALOBABY、AMBiQUE

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.

Facts:
- Around early October 2026
- 3 SKUs
- 100 million cumulative views on TikTok
- Ranked 1st in Amazon’s styling oil category
- Approximately 800 stores

## Issues private placement bonds to support community development

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000146.000162689.html
- anchor: #n3131405
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社リブ・マックス、株式会社広島銀行、三原市

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.

Facts:
- Donation of 200,000 yen
- Issuance amount: 100 million yen

## Comme des familia to release EP “REWRITE” on October 1

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000147.000104775.html
- anchor: #n3131404
- 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

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.

Facts:
- Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- 6-track EP
- 本日21:00には
- 20:00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

## Yuskin Pharmaceutical announces “Hand Expo 2026 in Kawasaki”! November 28, 2026 (Saturday). Bringing hand care closer to you.

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000148.000062511.html
- anchor: #n3131403
- Companies mentioned: ユースキン製薬株式会社、記念日協会、気象庁

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.

Facts:
- Nov. 28, 2026
- In 2000
- Nov. 10
- In 2016
- February 2018

## Yuskin Pharmaceutical: “Hand Expo 2026 in Toyama” confirmed for Nov. 14, 2026 (Saturday)! Bringing hand care closer to you.

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000149.000062511.html
- anchor: #n3131402
- Companies mentioned: ユースキン製薬株式会社、記念日協会、気象庁、ユースキン・エシカル、ユースキン公式SHOP、楽天市場

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.

Facts:
- Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026
- 10 時00 分～16 時00 分
- In 2000
- Nov. 10
- In 2016
- In February 2018
- Founded in Kawasaki City in 1955
- In 1957, its flagship product
- Saturday, Nov. 28, 2026

## 税理士法人S-LINKパートナーズがベンチャーサポートグループに参画、「VSGコーポレート税理士法人」へ名称変更

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000151.000102050.html
- anchor: #n3131401
- Companies mentioned: ベンチャーサポートコンサルティング株式会社、ベンチャーサポートグループ、VSG、税理士法人S-LINKパートナーズ、S-LINKパートナーズ、VSGコーポレート税理士法人、ベンチャーサポート税理士法人、VSG相続税理士法人、VSG弁護士法人、VSG司法書士法人、ベンチャーサポート社会保険労務士法人、VSG行政書士法人

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.

Facts:
- Effective October 1, 2026
- 61 locations nationwide
- 1,700 staff members
- 14,000 client companies
- In 2003
- Since its establishment in 2018