# AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-01 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 8 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.

## Launching “Fluffy, Chewy, and Happiness-Inducing Meat Buns”—stock them in your freezer for an easy breakfast, snack, or late-night bite

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000157.000135992.html
- anchor: #n3131400
- Companies mentioned: ユナイテッド・スーパーマーケット・ホールディングス株式会社、U.S.M.H、㈱カスミ、㈱マルエツ、㈱いなげや、㈱イオンフードスタイル

ユナイテッド・スーパーマーケット・ホールディングス株式会社は、10月2日にプライベートブランド「eatime」より冷凍肉まん「ふっくら もっちり しあわせ感じる 肉まん」を発売する。価格は298円（税抜）。

Facts:
- Friday, Oct. 2
- 200ｇ
- Pack of 2
- ¥298

## Dancing and singing in Kyiv as air raid sirens sound: “We are alive”—Nakayoshi Gakuen holds “PEACE LIVE” in an underground bar

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000158.000166170.html
- anchor: #n3131399
- Companies mentioned: 特定非営利活動法人なかよし学園プロジェクト、国連人権監視団、国連、ウクライナ保安庁、SBU

特定非営利活動法人なかよし学園プロジェクト held “PEACE LIVE” in Kyiv, Ukraine, in September 2026. Following a meeting with local resident Oksana Lavryk, dances and the school song were performed in an underground bar; a drone attack took place nearby the following day.

Facts:
- At least 372 civilians were killed
- 2,349 people were injured
- accounted for 47% of civilian casualties
- At least 12 people were injured
- A drone struck about 100 meters away

## The brand’s finest-ever product. The natural edible swiftlet’s nest brand BI-SU launches a limited-edition face cream today, formulated with the maximum amount of its proprietary beauty ingredient “Racial™”

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000159.000083751.html
- anchor: #n3131398
- Companies mentioned: エムスタイルジャパン株式会社、BI-SU、マレーシアの元首相マハティール氏

The natural edible swiftlet’s nest brand BI-SU, operated by エムスタイルジャパン株式会社, will launch its flagship face cream, “BI-SU Inficial Cream,” formulated with the maximum amount of its proprietary beauty ingredient “Racial™,” for a limited time and in limited quantities during the winter season, starting Oct. 1, 2026.

Facts:
- Price: ¥52,800 (tax included)
- Net weight: 35g
- From Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- In 2017, to strengthen research and development
- joint research with national universities began in 2021
- At the “Research Report Meeting” held in 2022

## Yoshizumi Information launches “Matomete Cmosy Pack Plan,” a new bundled-user subscription plan for its anti-PPAP solution “Cmosy Pocket”

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000164.000069271.html
- anchor: #n3131397
- Companies mentioned: 吉積情報株式会社、Google Cloud、Google Workspace、Google LLC、Cmosy

Yoshizumi Information has launched “Matomete Cmosy Pack Plan” for its Google Drive extension service “Cmosy Pocket,” a new plan that allows users to subscribe in bundles of 300, 500, or 1,000.

Facts:
- 300 users
- 500 users
- 1,000 users

## 【福島県郡山市】郡山市の社会起業家に、ふるさと納税を活用したクラウドファンディングで支援！若者と地域をつなぐ新しい仕組み「じもるば」をふるさと納税で応援をお願いします！

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000170.000117635.html
- anchor: #n3131396
- Companies mentioned: 郡山市、FindValue株式会社

郡山市 is conducting crowdfunding using hometown tax donations to support fundraising by social entrepreneurs, and is calling for contributions to the “Jimoruba” project led by Sho Okawa, representative of FindValue株式会社.

Facts:
- Target amount: 1,000,000 yen
- Donation deadline: through Dec. 31, 2026 (Thursday)
- Note: Bank transfers are accepted through Dec. 14, 2026 (Monday)

## 【赤から】2026年10月16日（金）に「赤から帯広店」がグランドオープン！

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000176.000126693.html
- anchor: #n3131395
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社甲羅、赤から

株式会社甲羅が展開する「赤から」は、2026年10月16日に北海道帯広市に「赤から帯広店」をグランドオープンする。

Facts:
- Oct. 16, 2026
- 96 seats
- 24 tables
- ¥200 off

## TESS Group delivers battery storage system for a FIP solar power plant to 京セラTCLソーラー合同会社

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000177.000143072.html
- anchor: #n3131394
- Companies mentioned: テスホールディングス株式会社、テス・エンジニアリング株式会社、京セラTCLソーラー合同会社、東京センチュリー株式会社、京セラ株式会社

テス・エンジニアリング, a consolidated subsidiary of テスホールディングス, will deliver a battery storage system (capacity: approximately 6.0MWh) for installation alongside a solar power plant in Iizuka, Fukuoka Prefecture, for 京セラTCLソーラー. The system is scheduled to begin operation in October 2026. The project aims to make effective use of renewable energy and improve profitability at the plant, which has transitioned from the FIT system to the FIP system.

Facts:
- Capacity: approximately 6.0MWh
- Cumulative installed capacity: 150MW
- PCS output: 1,500kW
- Capacity: approximately 6,000kWh
- August 2024
- 2030 medium-term target
- Battery storage system start of operation: October 2026
- Established in May 1979
- Capital: ¥100 million

## Tokihana, a wedding venue search service on LINE, makes its first appearance at Singapore wedding expo “Wedding Wonderland”

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000178.000027297.html
- anchor: #n3131393
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社トキハナ、Hitcheed

株式会社トキハナ made its first appearance at the wedding expo “Wedding Wonderland,” held in Singapore on Sept. 19 and 20, 2026, and learned about local couples’ needs through conversations with those considering destination weddings in Japan.

Facts:
- Cumulative GMV: ¥25 billion
- 750 participating wedding venues
- Capital: ¥60.39 million

## LINEでできる式場探し「トキハナ」、結婚式契約における不安を減らす「トキハナ安心契約5原則」を発表

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000179.000027297.html
- anchor: #n3131392
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社トキハナ、トキハナ、日経クロストレンド

株式会社トキハナ operates トキハナ, a wedding venue search service on LINE, and has announced “トキハナ安心契約5原則” to help ease concerns about wedding contracts.

Facts:
- Cumulative GMV: ¥25 billion
- 750 participating wedding venues
- 100 companies shaping the markets of the future
- Support of up to 100,000 yen
- Capital: ¥60.39 million

## ｕｇｏ’s inspection AI robot “ugo mini” deployed in multiple units at a Renesas semiconductor plant

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000182.000034305.html
- anchor: #n3131391
- Companies mentioned: ｕｇｏ株式会社、ルネサス セミコンダクタ マニュファクチュアリング株式会社

Three units of the inspection AI robot “ugo mini” from ｕｇｏ株式会社 have been deployed at the Naka Factory of ルネサス セミコンダクタ マニュファクチュアリング株式会社, helping reduce the labor required for routine inspections.

Facts:
- with 3 units deployed
- has conducted repeated pilot tests since 2025
- In June 2026, it was confirmed that ugo mini meets the level suitable for operation in an environment equivalent to ISO cleanroom standard Class 4.
- Cumulative shipments surpassed 100 units.

## SNOOPY Chocolat celebrates its 7th anniversary this year! New products arrive starting October 9, 2026♪

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000183.000035374.html
- anchor: #n3131390
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社寺子屋、Peanuts Worldwide、ソニーグループ、Apple TV

SNOOPY Chocolat marks its 7th anniversary since opening in 2019 and will launch new products, including sibling plush toys, starting October 9, 2026. It will also celebrate with the reopening of its Kiyomizuzaka store in Kyoto and exclusive 7th-anniversary gifts.

Facts:
- 7th anniversary
- 3,520 each (tax included)
- ¥3,190 (tax included)
- ¥990 (tax included)
- ¥3,630 (tax included)
- 6,000 yen or more, tax included
- ¥810 (tax included)
- ¥2,160 (tax included)
- September 10, 2026
- Approx. 150 stores in Japan
- 年間約1,000 万人
- 2014
- 8 locations nationwide
- 8 SNOOPY Chocolat stores
- 6 WOODSTOCK NEST stores
- ソニーグループ holds 80%
- The family of Charles M. Schulz holds 20%
- 1950
- Recently celebrated its 75th anniversary

## [Game Market 2026 Autumn] Play a giant version of “Let’s All Draw Together!” at the ClaGla booth! Get an exclusive bonus when you buy 2 games from the Docchina series!

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000184.000052049.html
- anchor: #n3131389
- Companies mentioned: ClaGla、株式会社クラグラ、Table Games in the World

ClaGla (株式会社クラグラ) will exhibit at “Game Market 2026 Autumn,” held at Makuhari Messe on October 17 and 18, 2026, with an experience area for the giant version of “Let’s All Draw Together!” and sales of new board games.

Facts:
- Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026
- Sunday the 18th
- Booth number: 24
- Event price: ¥4,200 (tax included)
- Suggested retail price: ¥4,400 (tax included)
- Event price: ¥1,700 (tax included)
- Suggested retail price: ¥1,760 (tax included)
- The series has surpassed 350,000 copies in cumulative sales

## Keio Artman official app “Visit Stamp Card”

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000188.000155796.html
- anchor: #n3131388
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社京王アートマン、株式会社デンソーウェーブ

株式会社京王アートマン will run its official app’s “Visit Stamp Card” program from October 1, 2026, through March 31, 2027. Users can collect stamps by scanning a QR code when visiting a store and receive discount tickets for 3% off with 5 stamps and 5% off with 10 stamps.

Facts:
- Oct. 1, 2026
- March 31, 2027
- 5 stamps
- 2,000 yen
- 3％
- 10 stamps
- 5％
- 30 days

## 千代田区観光協会観光大使リラックマ、就任5周年記念のコラボメニューが登場！

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000189.000009289.html
- anchor: #n3131387
- Companies mentioned: インフィニア株式会社、あっとほぉーむカフェ、千代田区観光協会

The maid café あっとほぉーむカフェ, operated by インフィニア株式会社, will offer a limited-time collaboration menu to celebrate the 5th anniversary of Rilakkuma’s appointment as 千代田区観光協会 tourism ambassador.

Facts:
- 5th anniversary of the appointment
- Starting Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- Saturday, Oct. 31
- Celebrating its 22nd anniversary
- Operates 13 locations
- Approximately 700 maids on staff

## [New product] マッスルデリ launches “Fluffy Okonomiyaki and Chicken with Spicy Miso Sauce Set” on October 1

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000190.000025162.html
- anchor: #n3131386
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社YOUR MEAL、DM三井グループ、マッスルデリ

株式会社YOUR MEAL will launch the new “Fluffy Okonomiyaki and Chicken with Spicy Miso Sauce Set” on October 1 through its diet and body-shaping support service マッスルデリ.

Facts:
- On sale starting October 1
- Release date: Thursday, October 1, 2026
- Energy: 351 kcal
- Protein: 35.5 g
- Fat: 15 g
- Carbohydrates: 16.7 g
- Energy: 453 kcal
- Protein: 38.7 g
- Fat: 20 g
- Carbohydrates: 28.2 g
- Energy: 552 kcal
- Protein: 50.2 g
- Fat: 24.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- For the first 2 weeks after launch
- We have worked on more than 50 varieties
- Since July 2023
- Celebrating its 10th anniversary on Nov. 29, 2026
- Established: November 29, 2016

## カルチュア・エクスペリエンス provides the operating system for アクトス’s new brand, “AXTOS Pilates,” based on “TSUTAYA Conditioning PILATES”

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000193.000129773.html
- anchor: #n3131385
- Companies mentioned: カルチュア・エクスペリエンス株式会社、CX、株式会社アクトス、アクトス、TSUTAYA Conditioning PILATES、TSUTAYA Conditioning、AXTOS Pilates、一般社団法人ピラティス＆ヨガ ライフスタイル協会、PYLA

カルチュア・エクスペリエンス will provide an operating system for 株式会社アクトス’s new brand, “AXTOS Pilates.” The first location is scheduled to open in October 2026, and the second in November of the same year.

Facts:
- Oct. 1, 2026
- Nov. 1, 2026
- 8 reformers
- Up to 8 people
- 10 reformers
- January 2026

## A limited-edition “IQOS ILUMA i PRIME Sound Sorial Model” from the “IQOS ILUMA Series” heated tobacco line launches Thursday, October 1, 2026.

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000196.000043993.html
- anchor: #n3131384
- Companies mentioned: フィリップ モリス ジャパン合同会社、PMJ、DEVIALET、フィリップ モリス インターナショナル、PMI、スウェディッシュマッチ社、米国食品医薬品局、FDA

フィリップ モリス ジャパン合同会社 will launch the limited-edition “IQOS ILUMA i PRIME Sound Sorial Model,” a heated tobacco product created in collaboration with DEVIALET, starting October 1, 2026.

Facts:
- On sale from Thursday, October 1, 2026
- 15,980 yen (tax included)
- IQOS stores at 4 locations nationwide
- Operating in major cities or nationwide across 109 markets worldwide
- 全世界で4,300万人以上の成人喫煙者
- Accounts for 42% of net sales
- Invested US$16 billion
- With approximately 1,600 employees nationwide
- A 43.6% share of Japan’s tobacco market

## Agreement signed on “carbon-credit leasing,” which offsets CO₂ emissions using J-Credits

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000196.000084204.html
- anchor: #n3131383
- Companies mentioned: 三浦工業株式会社、三井住友ファイナンス＆リース株式会社

Miura Co., Ltd. and Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing signed a business agreement on “carbon-credit leasing,” which adds J-Credits to lease contracts to offset CO₂ emissions.

## 8Technology strengthens support for “development quality and security” in the generative AI era

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000197.000013460.html
- anchor: #n3131382
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オープンエイト、株式会社8Technology、THE CLIP

8Technology, a consolidated subsidiary of 株式会社オープンエイト, strengthened its support for development quality and security in the generative AI era. On October 1, 2026, Open Eight CTO Naotake Ishibashi became its representative director and president.

Facts:
- Effective Oct. 1, 2026
- Established in December 2024
- Adopted by approximately 1,100 companies to date

## Macbee Planet establishes chief AI officer and chief hiring officer positions

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000198.000023647.html
- anchor: #n3131381
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Macbee Planet、特定非営利活動法人ニュークリエイター・オルグ、株式会社プリファード、エクステム株式会社、AIO総研株式会社、公益財団法人日本数学検定協会、リクルート、サイバード、楽天、ベクトル、PRクラウドテック

株式会社Macbee Planet announced that Yoshinao Kaeno became CAIO (chief AI officer) and Kenichiro Nakajima became CHO (chief hiring officer), effective October 1, 2026.

Facts:
- Effective October 1, 2026
- Starting with the fiscal year ending April 2027
- Capital: 2,635 million yen

## [Yokohama F. Marinos] 金発科技株式会社 named official partner

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000198.000049844.html
- anchor: #n3131380
- Companies mentioned: 横浜F・マリノス、金発科技株式会社、日産自動車

横浜F・マリノス has signed an official partnership agreement with 金発科技株式会社.

Facts:
- Established in 2022

## 【LAGOM】洗いながら感じる、みずみずしいユズのスプラッシュ感。クリーンな肌に整えるラゴムの洗顔アイテムが、太陽をいっぱいに浴びて育ったユズをイメージした、フレッシュ&ポジティブな香りで数量限定発売

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000204.000069643.html
- anchor: #n3131379
- Companies mentioned: LAGOM、ラゴム、株式会社アリエルトレーディング、Qoo10公式ストア、楽天公式ストア、amazon、ロフト、プラザ、アットコスメストア、ショップイン、ハンズ

Korean skincare brand LAGOM (ラゴム) will launch 2 limited-edition yuzu-scented facial cleansers starting October 9, 2026.

Facts:
- Friday, October 9, 2026
- 220 mL
- 2,420 yen
- 150mL
- 2,200 yen
- Capital: 25 million yen

## Kenji Yamamoto, representative director of 株式会社FoundingBase, appointed regional development advisor to Iwanai Town, Hokkaido

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000205.000057912.html
- anchor: #n3131378
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社FoundingBase

Kenji Yamamoto, representative director of 株式会社FoundingBase, has been appointed “regional development advisor” to Iwanai Town, Hokkaido, and will provide ongoing support for enhancing the appeal of education and promoting the town.

Facts:
- Approximately 30 municipalities nationwide
- April 2026
- 4 elementary and junior high schools in the town
- 9 years of integrated elementary and junior high education
- Since April 2019
- Second half of FY Reiwa 8 (FY2026)
- April 2027

## G-gen launches G-gen Smart Admin, a Google Workspace operations management service

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000205.000094022.html
- anchor: #n3131377
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社G-gen、G-gen、Google Workspace、Google Cloud

株式会社G-gen began offering G-gen Smart Admin, an AI agent service that streamlines Google Workspace operations management, on October 1, 2026.

Facts:
- From Oct. 1, 2026
- Capital: ¥50 million

## 旭東みらいテクノロジー to launch 180° panoramic network camera “TSD-4FM3-D2-IPC” in October 2026

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000209.000131068.html
- anchor: #n3131376
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社旭東トレーディング、株式会社旭東みらいテクノロジー

株式会社旭東みらいテクノロジー will launch the 180° panoramic fixed-focus network camera “TSD-4FM3-D2-IPC” in October 2026. The product features wide-area monitoring, line-crossing detection and active deterrence.

Facts:
- 180° panoramic
- Launching in October 2026
- 400万画素×２の映像
- Up to 30 m (infrared)
- Up to 512 GB

## Survey of 309 call center operations professionals finds passing on expert skills is the No. 1 expectation for AI use—about 2 times higher than cost reduction

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000210.000015648.html
- anchor: #n3131375
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社wevnal、wevnal、株式会社マクロミル

A survey of 309 call center operators conducted by 株式会社wevnal found that passing on expert skills ranked No. 1 among expectations for AI use, at 40.5%, about 2 times higher than cost reduction. It also found that 78.6% of companies face challenges in using call data, while 83.2% see value in a co-learning model involving AI and people.

Facts:
- 309 people
- 40.5%
- 21.4%
- 78.0%
- 52.8%
- 53.4%
- 53.1%
- 45.6%
- 78.6%
- 83.2%

## MYTREX to exhibit at “Beautyworld Osaka”; reservations open for private product experience booths

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000212.000047658.html
- anchor: #n3131374
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社創通メディカル、メッセフランクフルト ジャパン（株）、楽天市場店、Yahoo!ショッピング店、Amazon、auPay マーケット店

株式会社創通メディカル will exhibit its beauty and health device brand MYTREX at “Beautyworld Osaka,” taking place at INTEX Osaka from October 19 to 21, 2026, and will begin accepting product reservations at its private experience booth.

Facts:
- 3.5 million units shipped cumulatively across the series
- 9 built-in lamps
- Monday, Oct. 19, 2026
- Through Wednesday the 21st

## No sticking to clothes, for comfortably smooth, silky skin. Mediplus launches “Noise Cut Body Gel Milk,” the second product in its Noise Cut line

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000216.000018482.html
- anchor: #n3131373
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社メディプラス、Amazon、Qoo10、楽天市場

株式会社メディプラス will begin selling “Noise Cut Body Gel Milk,” the second product in its NOISE CUT line, on October 1, 2026. The company is a pioneer in dry-skin prevention.

Facts:
- From Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- Price: ¥2,970 (tax included)
- [Volume] 280 g

## New TV commercials in the “Question the Future, Move the Present” advertising series to air from October

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000216.000068011.html
- anchor: #n3131372
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社日本総合研究所、日本総研、SMBCグループ、JR東日本

株式会社日本総合研究所 will begin airing 3 new TV commercials in its “Question the Future, Move the Present” advertising series—Food and Agriculture, LX, and IT Solutions ~Olive~—in the Kanto region on October 1, 2026.

Facts:
- 3 new TV commercials
- Starts Thursday, October 1, 2026
- “Food and Agriculture” commercial, 15 seconds

## November 4, “Good Oshi Day”: 株式会社Oshicoco to co-host an “Oshi Activity Industry Creation Networking Event” with 経済産業省関東経済産業局 and 一般財団法人日本立地センター

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000217.000095735.html
- anchor: #n3131371
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Oshicoco、経済産業省関東経済産業局、一般財団法人日本立地センター、株式会社JR東日本スマートロジスティクス、特定非営利活動法人ジャパン・フィルムコミッション、株式会社NTTドコモ、株式会社CLホールディングス、新潟市

株式会社Oshicoco will co-host an “Oshi Activity Industry Creation Networking Event” with 経済産業省関東経済産業局 and 一般財団法人日本立地センター on November 4, 2026. The event will provide opportunities for public-private collaboration and networking to connect demand for oshi activities with regional businesses, including by presenting the results of a survey conducted in July and sharing leading examples.

Facts:
- 30,000 yen or more
- About 70%
- About 60%
- About 90%
- More than half

## Up to 66% of implementation costs eligible for subsidies: “Tenjin X” for preschoolers designated as an eligible tool under the Digitalization and AI Adoption Subsidy

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000218.000008822.html
- anchor: #n3131370
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社タオ

株式会社タオ announced that the preschool version of “Tenjin X,” an ICT educational material for education and childcare facilities, has been registered as an eligible IT tool under the government’s “Digitalization and AI Adoption Subsidy 2026.” Up to 66% of eligible implementation costs can be covered.

Facts:
- Sept. 29 (Tue.), 2026
- In principle 1/2
- Up to 2/3
- 300 or fewer employees
- More than 10,000 questions
- For more than 30 years
- More than 1,600 installations nationwide
- In 37 countries and regions overseas

## スペースデータ launches RobotBrain, a platform for deploying robots in real-world settings

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000218.000080352.html
- anchor: #n3131369
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スペースデータ、スペースデータ

株式会社スペースデータ has launched RobotBrain, a platform that supports robot implementation, operation and learning.

Facts:
- Capital: 1.513 billion yen

## フィーノ × “N HEAD WEAR”: With 1 in 3 hair-color users now enjoying high-tone colors, bring the option of enjoying hair color to partial wigs

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000218.000081704.html
- anchor: #n3131368
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファイントゥデイ、フィーノ、N HEAD WEAR、ナオカケル株式会社、株式会社リクルート、ホットペッパービューティーアカデミー、NPO法人全国福祉理美容師養成協会、ふくりび、インテージSRI

フィーノ, the hair care brand of 株式会社ファイントゥデイ, will collaborate with fashion brand N HEAD WEAR from October 1 as part of its medical wig program, offering partial wigs in limited quantities to hat purchasers.

Facts:
- This year, we will once again collaborate with N HEAD WEAR, beginning October 1
- For the first 20 people
- Hair from 2,265 people has been donated to date
- The hopes entrusted to hair that falls short of “31 cm”
- Accounts for about 10% of all donated hair
- Black partial wigs for 15 people
- 5 partial wigs in bright shades achieved through bleaching

## Job-listing sites alone won’t attract Gen Z applicants—Yomitoru, a diagnostic cloud service, releases 8 free examples of recruitment assessments that resonate with Gen Z, including 16-type assessments and puzzles

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000220.000002036.html
- anchor: #n3131367
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 ピクルス、マイナビ、関西大学、エキサイト株式会社、株式会社テクノプロ、三和物産株式会社、家業エイド

株式会社ピクルス has released for free a new graduate recruitment guide for its diagnostic tool Yomitoru, titled “How to Dramatically Increase Applications from Gen Z: Building a Candidate Pool (September 2026 Edition).” It presents 8 examples, including 16-type assessments and puzzles tailored to Gen Z.

Facts:
- 68.8%
- 16-type assessment
- 8 examples
- Used 12,000 times
- Dropout rate of about 10%
- A long assessment with 32 questions
- A 14-field aptitude test for engineers
- Capital: 10 million yen

## “Up to +100% back in a prize draw” campaign at ディズニーストア.jp

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000221.000141840.html
- anchor: #n3131366
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NTTドコモ、ドコモ、ディズニーストア.jp

株式会社NTTドコモ will run a campaign from October 1 through 31, 2026, at ディズニーストア.jp for purchases made with d払いⓇ, offering up to +100% back in d POINTS through a prize draw.

Facts:
- +100%
- +10％
- ¥1 or more
- 50 winners
- 100 winners
- 1 pt
- 10,000 points
- 1,000 points
- 94 days

## [Research grant recipients announced] Japan Philanthropic Foundation announces 12 recipients of grants from the 3rd Cancer Research Frontier Fund

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000222.000074198.html
- anchor: #n3131365
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人日本フィランソロピック財団、国立大学法人信州大学、国立大学法人京都大学大学院、国立大学法人東京大学大学院、国立大学法人九州大学、国立大学法人長崎大学病院、公立大学法人奈良県立医科大学、学校法人慶応義塾、慶應義塾大学、国立大学法人東京大学医学部附属病院、公益財団法人がん研究会、国立大学法人大分大学、国立がん研究センター、国立病院機構名古屋医療センター、日本医療研究開発機構、藤田医科大学、読売新聞東京本社

公益財団法人日本フィランソロピック財団は、第3回「がん研究フロンティア基金」の研究助成で12件の研究課題を採択し、助成金総額1億3,080万円の助成を決定したと発表した。

Facts:
- 12 research projects
- Total grants: ¥130,800,000
- Total direct costs: ¥119,000,000
- Total indirect costs: ¥11,800,000
- 99 applications
- Grants of up to 10 million yen

## COSMO to hold “No losing tickets! Win up to 10,000 points! Campaign”

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000222.000141840.html
- anchor: #n3131364
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NTTドコモ、COSMO、dポイント

株式会社NTTドコモ will hold the “No losing tickets! Win up to 10,000 points! Campaign” at COSMO service stations from October 1 to December 31, 2026. Customers will be entered in a drawing to receive dポイント based on the points earned by presenting their dポイント card.

Facts:
- Up to 10,000 points
- 5 points or more in total
- 1,000 yen (tax included)
- Valid for 94 days from the date of award

## Campaign at マツモトキヨシ and ココカラファイン offering up to 1,000 times the points every month

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000223.000141840.html
- anchor: #n3131363
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NTTドコモ、マツモトキヨシグループ、ココカラファイングループ、新生堂薬局、ドラッグ新生堂、くすりのハッピー、花王

株式会社NTTドコモ will hold a campaign offering up to 1,000 times the points every month at stores operated by マツモトキヨシグループ and ココカラファイングループ from October 1 to December 31, 2026. Customers who make purchases by presenting their dポイント card will be entered in a drawing to receive up to 1,000 times the points.

Facts:
- Campaign offering up to 1,000 times the points every month
- Starting Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- Until Thursday, Dec. 31, 2026
- 1st prize: 1,000 times... / 5 winners
- 2nd prize: 100 times... / 10 winners
- 3rd prize: 10 times... / 100 winners

## 【DIDION】The popular “Melty Lip Gloss,” which gives lips a plump, glass-bead-like look, adds 2 new autumn shades with an elegant depth

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000224.000024743.html
- anchor: #n3131362
- Companies mentioned: MNインターファッション株式会社、ファッションネット株式会社、日鉄物産、三井物産アイ・ファッション、LaunchPark(ローンチパーク)

MNインターファッション株式会社 group cosmetics brand DIDION will launch 2 new shades of “Melty Lip Gloss” on October 1, 2026.

Facts:
- From Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- 2 new colors
- 1,870 yen each (tax included)

## マツモトキヨシ and ココカラファイン to hold a campaign offering an automatic +20% dポイント rebate on eligible 花王 products

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000224.000141840.html
- anchor: #n3131361
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NTTドコモ、マツモトキヨシ、ココカラファイン、花王、ニベア花王、キュレル、ソフィーナ、カネボウ、ドラッグ新生堂、くすりのハッピー

株式会社NTTドコモ will run a dポイント rebate campaign from October 1 to 31, 2026, for customers who purchase 花王 products at マツモトキヨシ and ココカラファイン stores.

Facts:
- +20％ｄポイント還元
- 1回1,500円（税込）以上
- At least 3,500 yen in total (tax included)
- Award of 100 points
- 3,000 points per person

## ローソン to hold a campaign offering up to 777 times the dポイント in a drawing

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000225.000141840.html
- anchor: #n3131360
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NTTドコモ、ローソン、ナチュラルローソン、ローソンストア100

株式会社NTTドコモ will hold a campaign offering up to 777 times the dポイント in a drawing at ローソン, ナチュラルローソン and ローソンストア100 from October 1 to 31, 2026.

Facts:
- Up to 777 times
- Purchases of at least 200 yen (before tax)
- 100 winners
- 1,000 winners
- 48,900 winners

## “Limited to Miyako and Yaeyama! Campaign to win up to 10,000 points in a drawing with d払い”

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000226.000141840.html
- anchor: #n3131359
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NTTドコモ、NTTドコモ

株式会社NTTドコモ will hold the “Limited to Miyako and Yaeyama! Campaign to win up to 10,000 points in a drawing” at participating d払い stores in the Miyako and Yaeyama Islands of Okinawa Prefecture from October 1 to November 15, 2026.

Facts:
- Up to 10,000 points
- 1決済あたり500円
- 1st prize: 10,000 points / 10 winners
- 2nd prize: 1,000 points
- 100 winners
- 3rd prize: 500 points
- Valid for 94 days from the date of award

## artienceグループ to exhibit at TOKYO PACK 2026 (2026 Tokyo International Packaging Exhibition)”

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000228.000068461.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181395-en.html
- anchor: #n3131124
- Companies mentioned: artience株式会社、artienceグループ、東洋インキ株式会社、トーヨーケム株式会社、東洋モートン株式会社、マツイカガク株式会社、公益社団法人日本包装技術協会

4 companies in the artienceグループ will exhibit at TOKYO PACK 2026, held at Tokyo Big Sight from October 14 to 16, 2026, showcasing sustainable packaging solutions and color innovation technologies under the “ReLoop®” concept.

Facts:
- 2026
- Oct. 14
- 16 days
- 4 companies in the artienceグループ
- At the door: 1,000 yen

## 8 functions in 1 appliance, including chopping and mincing! New cordless multi-chopper features a heat-resistant glass container, so ingredients can be chopped and then heated in the microwave in the same container

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000229.000016333.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181373-en.html
- anchor: #n3131123
- Companies mentioned: 小泉成器株式会社

小泉成器株式会社 has launched the cordless multi-chopper “KMF-0500/C,” which has 8 functions in 1 appliance, including chopping and mincing, features a heat-resistant glass container and can be used for microwave heating.

Facts:
- 8 functions in 1 device
- 3 types of attachments
- 4 blades
- 15 original recipes

## ラクス、ダイワボウ情報システムと販売代理店契約を締結

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000230.000017058.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181353-en.html
- anchor: #n3131122
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ラクス、ラクス、ダイワボウ情報システム株式会社、DIS

株式会社ラクス has signed a sales agency agreement with ダイワボウ情報システム株式会社 and will begin selling “Rakuraku Cloud” on October 1, 2026.

Facts:
- Oct. 1, 2026
- 112 locations nationwide
- Approximately 2.9 million items
- Approximately 1,500 companies in Japan and overseas
- Approximately 19,000 companies in Japan

## One-touch operation with one hand, even while cooking! 2 new electric mills make it easy to grind whole peppercorns and rock salt

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000231.000016333.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181321-en.html
- anchor: #n3131121
- Companies mentioned: 小泉成器株式会社

小泉成器株式会社 has announced the launch of 2 electric mills—one battery-powered and one USB-rechargeable—that make it easy to grind whole peppercorns and rock salt with one hand.

## 【Startup World Cup 2026 Kyushu Regional Competition】Special guests announced! Leaders from local government, finance, education and business gather in one place

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000231.000044738.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181248-en.html
- anchor: #n3131120
- Companies mentioned: ペガサス・テック・ベンチャーズ、肥後銀行、肥銀キャピタル株式会社、CYBERDYNE株式会社、日本直販株式会社、カルビー株式会社、千葉道場ファンド、Drone Fund、SBIインベストメント株式会社、i-nest capital株式会社、アステリア株式会社、株式会社Monozukuri Ventures、国立大学法人九州工業大学、Headline Asia、セガサミーイノベーション株式会社、ZIPAIR TOKYO株式会社、一橋大学、トイメディカル株式会社、SpaceX、OpenAI、Anthropic、xAI、Twitter（現X）、Airbnb、SoFi、Coinbase、マネーフォワード、メタップス、エアトリ、モンスターラボ、AI CROSS、Mujin、SkyDrive、テラモーターズ、ユニファ、FiNC Technologies

ペガサス・テック・ベンチャーズが、2026年10月6日に熊本城ホールで開催される「スタートアップワールドカップ2026」九州予選の登壇ゲストを発表した。熊本県知事の木村敬氏、熊本市長の大西一史氏、肥後銀行、SBIインベストメント、CYBERDYNE、カルビー、セガサミーイノベーション、ZIPAIR TOKYOなど、自治体・金融・教育・企業のリーダーが一堂に集結する。約250社の応募から選ばれたファイナリスト10社が世界決勝進出をかけて競い、優勝賞金は100万米ドル（約1億5千万円）。特別セミナー、ブース展示、高校生以下の「ユースピッチ」なども実施される。

Facts:
- One of the world’s largest business pitch competitions, with regional competitions held in more than 130 countries and regions
- Date: Tuesday, October 6, 2026
- 10 finalists selected from approximately 250 applicants will take the stage
- They will compete for a top investment prize of US$1 million (approximately 150 million yen)
- More than 30,000 startups enter each year from around the world
- A total of more than 8,000 people from major companies, investors, media, and other groups across 3 locations
- An investment prize worth approximately 150 million yen has also been specially prepared for the Japan regional competition
- A global venture capital firm backed by limited partners from more than 40 major companies worldwide
- Has invested in more than 300 venture companies worldwide to date
- Assets under management have reached approximately ¥300 billion

## Grill, simmer and fry with 1 appliance! New IH cooktop is easy to use, with large buttons and an LCD display

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000232.000016333.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181245-en.html
- anchor: #n3131119
- Companies mentioned: 小泉成器株式会社

小泉成器株式会社 has begun selling the IH cooktop (KIH-1407/H).

Facts:
- High power: 1400W
- 6 settings (high, medium-high, medium, medium-low, low and keep warm)
- Approximately 5 cm thick

## クストス│世界限定30本 アーティスト青山哲士氏とのコラボレーションモデルを11月1日に発売

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000234.000024828.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181242-en.html
- anchor: #n3131118
- Companies mentioned: CVSTOS、クストス、フランク ミュラー ウォッチランド東京

Swiss luxury watch brand CVSTOS will launch the special limited-edition model “Challenge Jetliner ‘Art’ Tetsuji Aoyama,” created in collaboration with artist Tetsuji Aoyama, on Nov. 1, 2026. Limited to 30 pieces worldwide, it is priced at ¥3,960,000, including tax.

Facts:
- Limited to 30 pieces worldwide
- Nov. 1, 2026
- Height: 53.7 mm
- Width: 41 mm
- 100 m water resistance
- ¥3,960,000

## Notice of dressing price revision (for shipments from Jan. 1, 2027)

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000236.000044322.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181236-en.html
- anchor: #n3131117
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ピエトロ

株式会社ピエトロ will revise the suggested retail prices of 10 dressing products by 3.8–10.0% (¥5–¥30) for shipments from Jan. 1, 2027, citing rising raw material and energy costs.

Facts:
- Jan. 1, 2027
- 10 dressing products
- 3.8～10.0％
- ¥5–¥30

## The focus is on “sleep temperature,” a new principle for better sleep. Koala®, marking its 10th year in Japan, will launch a new flagship model on Monday, Oct. 5.

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000240.000033793.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181233-en.html
- anchor: #n3131116
- Companies mentioned: コアラジェイピー株式会社、東洋紡エムシー、OECD、世界自然保護基金、WWF、マイベスト

コアラジェイピー株式会社, marking its 10th year in Japan, will launch “Koala Mattress PLUS [2nd GEN]” and “Koala Mattress SUPREME [2nd GEN],” new flagship models focused on “sleep temperature,” a new principle for better sleep, on Oct. 5.

Facts:
- 10th year in Japan
- Ideal sleeping temperature (around 33°C)
- Up to 5°C cooler
- Lasts approximately 6 hours
- “Koala Mattress PLUS [2nd GEN]” (single): from ¥99,900, including tax
- “Koala Mattress SUPREME [2nd GEN]” (single): from ¥149,900, including tax
- 120-day trial
- Donated more than 1.5 million Australian dollars

## [Wakamono Research survey] Young people in the Reiwa era are revealed to be keen on “limited-time products”!

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000244.000162122.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181195-en.html
- anchor: #n3131114
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ワカモノリサーチ、スタバ

A survey conducted by 株式会社ワカモノリサーチ found that about 70% of young people aged 14–19 tend to buy “limited-time products.” Reasons for buying included anxiety about missing out, the products’ special appeal, and a desire to avoid regret, while reasons for not buying included financial concerns and doubts about the taste.

Facts:
- “Buy”: 72.9%
- “Do not buy”: 27.1%
- Valid responses: 347 people
- Young people aged 14–19 nationwide

## <Airbnb Fall 2026 Update>

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000245.000016248.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181192-en.html
- anchor: #n3131113
- Companies mentioned: Airbnb Japan株式会社、Airbnb、Rinse、BabyQuip

As part of its Fall 2026 update, Airbnb is introducing a “Connections” feature for sharing trip information with friends and family, as well as AI-powered search, filtering and comparison features. It is also rolling out new services such as food delivery, grocery delivery, laundry and baby equipment rentals, while enhancing management tools for hosts, including a multi-listing calendar and dynamic pricing.

Facts:
- More than 50 languages
- 10 euros or 10 pounds or more
- 10% off
- More than 60 cities

## “Stars and Scary Myths: Scary Pictures × Planetarium” collaboration limited-time drink “Medea’s Passion”

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000245.000140736.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181189-en.html
- anchor: #n3131112
- Companies mentioned: コニカミノルタプラネタリウム株式会社、プラネタリアTOKYO、Cafe Planetaria、コニカミノルタプラネタリアTOKYO

コニカミノルタプラネタリウム株式会社が運営するプラネタリアTOKYOのカフェ「Cafe Planetaria」で、プラネタリウム作品『星と怖い神話 怖い絵×プラネタリウム』とのコラボレーション期間限定ドリンク「メディアの激情」を2026年10月2日より販売する。

Facts:
- Starting Friday, October 2, 2026
- Thursday, Nov. 26, 2026
- ¥1,500, including tax
- Approximately 40 minutes
- More than 680,000 people

## 株式会社セミナーインフォ appoints Yohei Maruyama as president and director, moving to a new leadership structure with founder Wataru Konishi and accelerating the creation of “spaces for co-creation” in the financial industry

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000245.000145072.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181183-en.html
- anchor: #n3131111
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セミナーインフォ、株式会社コアサイエンス、株式会社グッドウェイ

株式会社セミナーインフォ transitioned to a new management structure on Oct. 1, 2026, with Yohei Maruyama becoming president and director and founder Wataru Konishi becoming representative director and chairman.

Facts:
- Effective October 1, 2026
- More than 5,000 times
- More than 7,000 people
- Established: Aug. 1, 2005

## “Iiyama Shared Taxi ‘Yukinko-go’” to begin full-scale service on Oct. 1

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000253.000031733.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181177-en.html
- anchor: #n3131110
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NearMe、ニアミー、飯山赤十字病院、ツルヤ飯山店、長電バス株式会社、長野交通株式会社、のざわ温泉交通株式会社

株式会社NearMe, in partnership with Iiyama City, Nagano Prefecture, will begin full-scale service of the “Iiyama Shared Taxi ‘Yukinko-go’” on Oct. 1, 2026, to provide transportation for older residents and others. Based on the results of a demonstration trial, the service has introduced a LINE dispatch system and improved its reservation process.

Facts:
- 7:00～22:00
- About 80% of users are satisfied
- A 20–30% discount will be applied as a “shared-ride discount” when passengers share a ride.
- 75% discount even without shared rides
- An 80% discount applies when sharing a ride.
- A cumulative total of 1.5 million reservations has been reached※1
- 20 airports nationwide※2

## 制服リニューアルで話題の’’江ノ電×BILLABONG’’から新作登場！江ノ電乗務員が実際に使用する『乗務員バッグ』が一般発売へ。

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000254.000021180.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181171-en.html
- anchor: #n3131109
- Companies mentioned: ボードライダーズジャパン合同会社、BILLABONG、江ノ島電鉄株式会社、江ノ電

A collaboration between Boardriders Japan and Enoshima Electric Railway will bring the “crew bag,” designed with functionality based on interviews with active crew members, to the general public from Oct. 1, 2026.

Facts:
- ¥9,900 (tax included)
- Oct. 1, 2026
- Now in its 3rd edition
- 11-inch tablet

## On Monday, Oct. 5, a new launch: “A Moment of Milk,” a yogurt made only with raw milk, in a “Moomin × Ibaraki Dairy” collaboration package

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000259.000143384.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181162-en.html
- anchor: #n3131108
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社JFLAホールディングス、茨城乳業株式会社

Ibaraki Dairy, a group company of 株式会社JFLAホールディングス, will launch “A Moment of Milk,” a yogurt made with 100% raw milk, in a “Moomin × Ibaraki Dairy” collaboration package on Oct. 5.

Facts:
- New launch on Monday, Oct. 5, 2026
- Net weight: 380 g

## Notice regarding business partnership with 滋賀県税理士協同組合

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000260.000039539.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181158-en.html
- anchor: #n3131107
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社M&A総合研究所、滋賀県税理士協同組合、帝国データバンク

株式会社M&A総合研究所 has signed a business partnership agreement with 滋賀県税理士協同組合 to strengthen its M&A support system for small and medium-sized businesses in Shiga Prefecture.

Facts:
- 43.8% of companies
- Effective Oct. 1, Reiwa 8

## Asken marks its 19th anniversary! Anniversary campaign launched as a token of appreciation—win original Asken merchandise and more in a prize draw

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000260.000058653.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181151-en.html
- anchor: #n3131106
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社asken、Sensor Tower

株式会社asken will launch an appreciation campaign on Oct. 1, 2026, to mark the 19th anniversary of its AI meal-tracking app, Asken. The company, with more than 14 million cumulative members, will give away original merchandise, coupons and more through social media posts and in-app challenges.

Facts:
- 19th anniversary
- More than 14 million total members
- A total of 8 people
- ¥300 coupon
- 40 winners in total
- More than 150,000 menu items
- More than 11 billion meal records

## Asahi Shogakusei Shimbun, AERA with Kids and キッズネット team up again! “Play, Learn, Body ⚽ Lab” to be held on Sports Day!

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000261.000021716.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181246-en.html
- anchor: #n3131104
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社朝日学生新聞社、株式会社朝日学研シンクエスト、朝日新聞出版、キッズネット、FC町田ゼルビア、町田ゼルビアスポーツクラブ、横浜F・マリノス、SBI証券、biima、Gakken、ワン・パブリッシング、町田市教育委員会

株式会社朝日学生新聞社, 株式会社朝日学研シンクエスト and 朝日新聞出版 will hold “Play, Learn, Body Lab,” an interactive event for parents and children, at Kodomo no Kuni in Aoba Ward, Yokohama, on Sports Day, Oct. 12, 2026. Sports programs featuring FC町田ゼルビア and 横浜F・マリノス, as well as a financial education workshop by SBI証券, are planned.

Facts:
- Monday, October 12, 2026 (national holiday)
- 9:30～16:00
- Participation fee: Free

## NEMOHAMO, revamped as a holistic care brand, to hold its first post-renewal pop-up event in Kansai at 阪急うめだ本店

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000262.000054899.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181238-en.html
- anchor: #n3131103
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ビオスタイル、阪急うめだ本店、株式会社RIN、京阪ホールディングス株式会社、京阪グループ

株式会社ビオスタイル’s cosmetics brand NEMOHAMO will hold its first pop-up event in Kansai at 阪急うめだ本店 from October 7 to 13, 2026, offering visitors the opportunity to try the full lineup following the brand’s revamp.

Facts:
- Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026
- Tuesday, October 13
- 7 days
- ¥8,800 or more, including tax
- Purchases of 11,000 yen or more, including tax

## アビタス to launch “AB Learning™,” specialized e-learning in governance, internal auditing and finance that builds practical skills, on October 1

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000267.000089067.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181124-en.html
- anchor: #n3131102
- Companies mentioned: アビタス、パスメイクホールディングス、パスメイクグループ

アビタス, part of パスメイクグループ, will launch “AB Learning™,” corporate e-learning for specialized knowledge in governance, internal auditing, finance and other fields, on October 1, 2026.

Facts:
- Available starting Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- 1回約15～20分のトピック単位で構成した学習メソッドです
- Knowledge and expertise cultivated through more than 30 years of specialized education at アビタス
- Capital: 101 million yen

## Lattice＆Life to open official online store on October 1 and begin selling “4D MAKURA LATTICE 3000” [APPLE TREE株式会社]

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000270.000030909.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181225-en.html
- anchor: #n3131101
- Companies mentioned: APPLE TREE株式会社、Lattice＆Life、STARAY

APPLE TREE株式会社 opened the official online store for its lifestyle brand Lattice＆Life on October 1, 2026, and began selling “4D MAKURA LATTICE 3000.”

Facts:
- Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- 10% OFF
- ¥29,700 (tax included)
- 2,970 yen (tax included)

## Taxi app “S.RIDE®” launches service in Hiroshima Prefecture

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000270.000036935.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181216-en.html
- anchor: #n3131100
- Companies mentioned: S.RIDE株式会社、S.RIDE、ソニーグループ、株式会社電脳交通

S.RIDE株式会社 launched its taxi app service in Hiroshima Prefecture on September 14, 2026. It has partnered with 16 local taxi operators and is rolling out the service to approximately 540 vehicles. Through system integration with Denno Kotsu, the service area will expand to 14 prefectures as of October 1.

Facts:
- Starting Monday, September 14, 2026
- 16 local taxi operators
- Approximately 540 vehicles in total
- As of October 1, 2026
- Expanding to 14 prefectures

## From choosing your first plant to getting advice on plants you already grow: plant care shop “PLANTHINK” opens for a limited time at 丸井今井札幌本店

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000271.000084492.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181210-en.html
- anchor: #n3131099
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社あいプラン、PLANTHINK、丸井今井札幌本店、三越伊勢丹グループ

Plant care shop “PLANTHINK” will open a limited-time pop-up at the “YORIAI market” at 丸井今井札幌本店 from October 14 to 18. The event will feature compact plants for sale, free consultations, plant care products and “Rebirth PLANTS®.” It will be held in conjunction with 三越伊勢丹グループ’s sustainability campaign “think good.”

Facts:
- 10月14日（水）～18日（日）
- Starting in the ¥3,000 range
- June 2026
- 5 days
- 10：00～18：00
- More than 100 items
- ¥890 and up

## Driving brand transformation at エネサンスグループ through uniform production

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000272.000033942.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181202-en.html
- anchor: #n3131098
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オンワードコーポレートデザイン、株式会社エネサンスホールディングス、エネサンスグループ、BEAMS、Uniform Circus BEAMS、オンワードグループ

株式会社オンワードコーポレートデザイン produced new uniforms for 株式会社エネサンスホールディングス and エネサンスグループ. They are scheduled to be worn starting October 5, 2026, with design supervision by BEAMS’ Uniform Circus BEAMS.

Facts:
- October 5, 2026
- 2030 Vision
- More than 2,000 companies cumulatively
- In business for over 60 years
- A track record of supporting more than 2,000 companies

## [With next-generation CICA] “ルルルン ハイドラ CX マスク” from No.1 face mask brand ルルルン launches nationwide at last! “Black ルルルン” helps skin stay balanced from its foundation, regardless of age or gender※1

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000276.000017608.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181182-en.html
- anchor: #n3131096
- Companies mentioned: Dr.ルルルン株式会社、ルルルン、マツモトキヨシ、ココカラファイン、富士経済

Dr.ルルルン株式会社 has launched “ルルルン ハイドラ CX マスク,” a new product from its face mask brand ルルルン. Formulated with next-generation CICA ingredients, it went on sale October 1, 2026.

Facts:
- Series sales surpass 3 billion sheets※2
- 7 sheets / ¥880 (tax included)
- 28 sheets / ¥2,640 (tax included)
- Sales will begin at drugstores nationwide on Thursday, October 1, 2026
- ・September 15, 2026: 2nd advance launch

## ファインディ refreshes its corporate vision at the 10-year milestone since starting its business: becoming “a company of people, AI and data”

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000277.000045379.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181165-en.html
- anchor: #n3131095
- Companies mentioned: ファインディ株式会社、DX社、Stack Overflow、JetBrains、Deloitte、経済産業省、IPA、Career Development Associates社

ファインディ株式会社 announced that, marking the 10th anniversary of the start of its business in July 2026, it will refresh its corporate vision on October 1 to “Evolving the power to create with people and AI. Power to Engineering.” Building on connections with approximately 300,000 engineers, practical knowledge of AI-driven development and development organization data from approximately 1,500 companies, it will expand the value it provides as a platform connecting “people, AI and data.”

Facts:
- 10 years since the business began
- Marked 10 years since the business began in July 2026
- Connections with approximately 300,000 engineers
- Development organization data from approximately 1,500 companies
- 開発者の9割前後が業務でAIツールを活用
- Nearly half of new code is written with AI assistance
- Pull requests by senior professionals increased by 37%
- The figure fell by 35% among younger professionals
- Approximately 70% of companies said they were “very proactive” in hiring senior professionals
- 48% of companies that have adopted AI have yet to redesign their organizations or roles
- 12% of companies are undertaking company-wide redesigns
- More than 80% of companies said their output had “increased significantly” or “increased somewhat”
- Approximately 5,600 companies have adopted the service to date

## The keepsake edition of the latest catalog, “きもの都粋2026 vol.28,” is published October 1! Featuring a lineup of kimono that can be washed at home

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000277.000075602.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181139-en.html
- anchor: #n3131094
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社紅輪、まるやま・京彩グループ、東レ、楽天市場

株式会社紅輪 published the mail-order catalog “きもの都粋2026 vol.28” on October 1, 2026. The lineup includes kimono that can be washed at home, Japanese clothing accessories and coats for fall and winter. A digital catalog is also available.

Facts:
- Published on Thursday, October 1, 2026
- A long-established kimono specialty store celebrating its 56th anniversary
- Reached 100 stores nationwide
- Australian merino wool approximately half as fine as ordinary wool

## In this dorayaki, chestnuts—not red bean paste—take center stage. One whole fresh chestnut from Kumamoto Prefecture. “Kiwami Chestnut Dorayaki” launches October 1

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000279.000074986.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181128-en.html
- anchor: #n3131093
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社お亀堂

株式会社お亀堂 will launch “Kiwami Chestnut Dorayaki,” a limited-edition fall product made with one whole fresh chestnut from Kumamoto Prefecture, starting October 1, 2026. The price is ¥580 (tax included).

Facts:
- Oct. 1, 2026
- 1950
- 580 yen

## From the dream hakama to classic graduation outfits! カンコー学生服 launches rentals for elementary school graduation ceremonies

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000279.000085588.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181241-en.html
- anchor: #n3131092
- Companies mentioned: 菅公学生服株式会社、カンコー学生服、カンコーショップ原宿、カンコーショップイクスピアリ、カンコーショップ札幌円山、カンコーショップ札幌北42条、楽天、制服レンタルNANCHAオンラインショップ

菅公学生服株式会社 has launched “Full Hakama Set Rental” and “Graduation Outfit Rental” services for elementary school graduation ceremonies. It will also hold a fitting event at カンコーショップ原宿.

Facts:
- 40 outfit combinations
- 8 types of original カンコー patterns
- 5 hakama colors
- 3 sizes (SS/S/M)
- 12 women’s styles
- 3 men’s styles
- Price: ¥29,900
- 33,200 yen
- 10% OFF
- 4,800 yen
- +¥1,200
- Round trip: ¥770

## 東京理科大学 工学部建築学科夜間主社会人コースで⻑期履修制度を導入

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000282.000102047.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181230-en.html
- anchor: #n3131091
- Companies mentioned: 東京理科大学、学校法人東京理科大学

東京理科大学は、2027年度より工学部建築学科夜間主社会人コースに長期履修制度を導入する。

Facts:
- FY2027
- 3 years
- 4 years
- 5 years

## BMSG FES'26 to be livestreamed exclusively on Prime Video PPV for 3 consecutive days; archived streams will also be available after each day's live broadcast through Oct. 26 (Mon.)

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000283.000118793.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181217-en.html
- anchor: #n3131089
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社BMSG、BMSG、Prime Video

BMSG, led by SKY-HI, announced that it will exclusively livestream BMSG FES'26 on Prime Video PPV. The festival will be held in Odaiba, Tokyo, from Oct. 10 to 12, 2026. Archived streams are also scheduled to be available after each day's live broadcast through Oct. 26.

Facts:
- Saturday, October 10, 2026
- 12th (Monday, public holiday)
- PPV料金：¥6,000（税込）／1日

## AI-native recruitment management system MyTalent Hire begins integration with RoboRobo Recruiting, an automatic candidate-information transfer service

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000285.000036924.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181211-en.html
- anchor: #n3131088
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TalentX、オープン株式会社

株式会社TalentX has begun integrating its AI-native recruitment management system, MyTalent Hire, with オープン株式会社's RoboRoboリクルーティング service for automatically transferring candidate information. The integration will automatically import candidate information from 18 job boards and streamline hiring and turn candidate data into a talent asset through AI scoring and CRM integration.

Facts:
- 18 job boards
- 28.3% of mid-career job candidates
- Scores from 0 to 100

## Notice: Conclusion of the exhibition in Ginza and future plans

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000285.000060756.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181205-en.html
- anchor: #n3131087
- Companies mentioned: アートアクアリウム製作委員会、株式会社Kiranah Resort、株式会社Amuseum Parks、株式会社三越伊勢丹、銀座三越

Art Aquarium Museum GINZA will conclude its exhibition at 銀座三越 on Jan. 6, 2027, and hold a special exhibition in Shibuya in the spring of the same year to mark its 20th anniversary.

Facts:
- Jan. 6, 2027
- May 3, 2022
- Oct. 2, 2026
- 2027
- Cumulative attendance: 13 million people.
- General admission: WEB ticket ¥2,500

## The 27th secondhand clothing exchange and donation campaign, SHEIN Again, runs from Oct. 1, 2026 (Thu.); SHEIN TOKYO also gets an autumn makeover!

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000289.000084888.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181199-en.html
- anchor: #n3131086
- Companies mentioned: SHEIN、SHEIN TOKYO、SHEIN Group

SHEIN will hold the 27th secondhand clothing exchange and donation campaign, SHEIN Again, at its Harajuku, Tokyo showroom, SHEIN TOKYO, from Oct. 1, 2026, and give the store an autumn makeover.

Facts:
- 27th time overall
- Starting Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- Through Oct. 7 (Wed.)
- Total participants: 11,780
- Total items collected: 30,730
- Total weight of secondhand clothing collected: 11,005 kg
- Total participants: 3,584
- Total items collected: 9,897
- Total weight reached more than 3,805 kg

## Security training cloud service Securio to exhibit in 5 cities nationwide at Security Days Fall 2026

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000290.000054434.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181191-en.html
- anchor: #n3131085
- Companies mentioned: LRM株式会社、株式会社ナノオプト・メディア

LRM株式会社 will exhibit at Security Days Fall 2026, which will be held in 5 cities—Sapporo, Osaka, Fukuoka, Tokyo and Nagoya—in October 2026. The company will demonstrate its security training cloud service Securio and give presentations.

Facts:
- More than 2,800 implementations
- More than 3,600 support cases

## 広島県廿日市市 and 広島電鉄株式会社 sign agreement on a social experiment for shared bicycles

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000290.000113324.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181181-en.html
- anchor: #n3131084
- Companies mentioned: OpenStreet株式会社、広島県廿日市市、広島電鉄株式会社

OpenStreet株式会社 has signed an agreement with 広島県廿日市市 and 広島電鉄株式会社 on a social experiment for shared bicycles in Hatsukaichi City. Starting Oct. 1, 2026, the partners will use HELLO CYCLING to establish a total of 11 bike-share ports.

Facts:
- Establishing a total of 7 new ports
- Operating a total of 11 ports
- From Oct. 1, 2026
- Starting Oct. 1, Reiwa 8 (Thu.)
- March 31, Reiwa 11 (Sat.)

## Plug and Play joins Japan Mobility Show Bizweek 2026 as a collaboration partner

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000296.000028153.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181169-en.html
- anchor: #n3131082
- Companies mentioned: Plug and Play Japan株式会社、Plug and Play、一般社団法人日本自動車工業会、JAMA

Plug and Play Japan株式会社 announced that it will participate as a collaboration partner in Japan Mobility Show Bizweek 2026, hosted by 一般社団法人日本自動車工業会.

Facts:
- Bizweek 2026
- More than 60 locations worldwide
- 7 “MOVEs”
- More than 550 global corporate partners
- More than 250 companies annually

## Japan-U.S. partnership: 37 social impact leaders tackling social challenges gather in Tokyo for 3 days to address shared questions across borders

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000299.000012113.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181160-en.html
- anchor: #n3131081
- Companies mentioned: NPO法人ETIC.、米日財団、NPO法人新公益連盟、日米ソーシャルイノベーションネットワーク、JUSSIN、DRIVEメディア、ザ・マネジメント・センター、Institute for Nonprofit Practice、Omidyar Network、IDEO.org、デロイト、The Majurity Trust、Google、一般社団法人ViVarsity、NPO法人クロスフィールズ、NPO法人こそだてビレッジ、NPO法人虹色ダイバーシティ、NPO法人日本ファンドレイジング協会、NPO法人風テラス、NPO法人Fine、NPO法人OIKOS、NPO法人WELgee、認定NPO法人サービスグラント、認定NPO法人チャリティーサンタ、認定NPO法人フローレンス、認定NPO法人 全国こども食堂支援センター・むすびえ、認定NPO法人CLACK、認定NPO法人D×P、認定NPO法人ReBit、認定NPO法人STORIA、ピープルポート株式会社、ひとしずく株式会社

NPO法人ETIC.は、2026年10月19日から21日にかけて東京・晴海で「JUSSINアニュアルフォーラム2026」を開催する。米国のソーシャルリーダー7名と日本のソーシャルインパクトリーダー30名が参加し、日米共通の社会課題について対話を行う。助成は米日財団、協力はNPO法人新公益連盟。

Facts:
- Oct. 19 (Mon.)–21 (Wed.), 2026
- 3 days
- 7 business leaders from the United States
- 21 organizations working on social challenges in Japan
- 30 social impact leaders from 21 organizations
- Founded in 1993
- Became an NPO法人 in 2000
- Obtained certified NPO法人 status in 2017
- Approximately 19,000 participants
- Approximately 2,200 people have launched businesses
- In 2021
- Grants totaling more than $100 million
- Since its establishment in 1980
- More than 500 leaders from both countries

## Launch of mineo's new devices, Xperia 10 VIII and REDMI 17

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000301.000051725.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181148-en.html
- anchor: #n3131080
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オプテージ、mineo、ソニー、Xiaomi

株式会社オプテージ will begin selling the Xperia 10 VIII and REDMI 17 through its mobile phone service mineo on Oct. 8, 2026.

Facts:
- Oct. 8, 2026
- 9:00

## 【創業47周年】トマト＆オニオン「感謝祭」10月1日（木）スタート！第1弾は「ヒレサイコロステーキ」が999円（税込1,099円）～数量限定で登場！

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000302.000065562.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181145-en.html
- anchor: #n3131078
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社トマトアンドアソシエイツ、すかいらーくグループ、トマト＆オニオン

トマト＆オニオン, operated by 株式会社トマトアンドアソシエイツ, will launch its 47th-anniversary Thanksgiving Sale on Oct. 1, 2026. The first installment will feature filet mignon steak bites in limited quantities.

Facts:
- Starting at ¥999 (¥1,099 including tax)
- Approx. 200 g: ¥1,899 (¥2,089 including tax)
- Approx. 300 g: ¥2,799 (¥3,079 including tax)

## From KOLO to Koplus: private booth brand to be refreshed starting October 2026

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000304.000049478.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181142-en.html
- anchor: #n3131077
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社関家具、Koplus、KOLO、SAMAX、MILLI、CRASH GATE、アトリエ木馬

株式会社関家具 will standardize the name of its private booth brand in the Japanese market from KOLO to Koplus starting in October 2026, and refresh its website and catalog. Product specifications and prices will remain unchanged.

Facts:
- October 2026
- More than 25 countries worldwide
- More than 42,000 units
- Capital: 10,000万 yen

## 平日限定！６名様以上の団体利用がお得に！じゅうじゅうカルビ「焼肉宴会プラン」が１０月１日よりスタート！

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000305.000065562.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181140-en.html
- anchor: #n3131076
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社トマトアンドアソシエイツ、じゅうじゅうカルビ、すかいらーくグループ

Yakiniku all-you-can-eat restaurant じゅうじゅうカルビ, operated by 株式会社トマトアンドアソシエイツ, will launch its “Yakiniku Banquet Plan” for groups of 6 or more on weekdays only starting October 1, 2026. Guests can choose from 3 all-you-can-eat courses; the drink bar and ice cream bar are free for everyone, and all-you-can-drink alcohol is available for an additional 1,000 yen.

Facts:
- Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- Friday, Dec. 25
- 6 or more people
- １，０００ yen (tax included)
- Regularly 1,749 yen
- Daikangeki Course: 3,800 yen
- Jujucal Course: 4,300 yen
- Beef Tongue Premium Course: 5,300 yen
- 1,000 yen for elementary school students
- Dinner is limited to 180 minutes

## AI “consideration sets” see 70% of their entries replaced with each model update

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000306.000054369.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181133-en.html
- anchor: #n3131074
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社トドオナダ、Anthropic社

株式会社トドオナダ used the LLM awareness measurement tool “Digidigi” to examine changes in consideration sets across 84 beauty and personal care categories for Claude Sonnet 5 and Sonnet 5.5. The results showed that even a minor update involving only about 5 months’ worth of differences in training data led to an average replacement rate of 70.4% in consideration sets, demonstrating the need to remeasure them with every model update.

Facts:
- Average: 70.4%
- 84 categories
- About 5 months’ worth
- 486 names in total
- 471 names

## 【Available now only at メガネの愛眼！】The latest eyewear from ポロ ラルフローレン goes on advance sale October 1, 2026 (Thu)!

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000309.000045515.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181123-en.html
- anchor: #n3131073
- Companies mentioned: 愛眼株式会社、メガネの愛眼、Aigan、ポロ ラルフローレン

愛眼株式会社 began advance sales on October 1, 2026, of 2 new eyewear styles from ポロ ラルフローレン designed for Japanese customers.

Facts:
- Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- ￥25,300
- 5,478 million yen

## ディセンシア × 昭和西川 launch joint project themed around “Sleep and Skin”

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000310.000002987.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181109-en.html
- anchor: #n3131072
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社DECENCIA、昭和西川株式会社、ポーラ・オルビスグループ、ポーラ化成工業

Skinitty, a skincare community operated by 株式会社DECENCIA, and Guuguu Research Institute, a sleep community operated by 昭和西川株式会社, will launch a joint project themed around “Sleep and Skin” on October 1, 2026, and hold a participatory campaign.

Facts:
- Oct. 1, 2026
- A total of 16 people

## Submissions open for the “Third Yokai Art Grand Prize”

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000313.000005189.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181107-en.html
- anchor: #n3131071
- Companies mentioned: 小豆島ヘルシーランド株式会社、HUION

Yokai Museum opened submissions on October 1, 2026, for the Third Yokai Art Grand Prize, an open-call painting contest themed around yokai. Entries are being accepted in 2 divisions, analog and the newly established digital division. The final judging will take place at YOKAI EXPO 2027, an event to be held in February 2027.

Facts:
- Prize: 100,000 yen
- Prize money: 50,000 yen
- Toshocard NEXT (worth 3,000 yen)
- 327 entries in total
- 122 entries in total

## New TU-4523 single-ended power amplifier kit lets listeners compare the sound of directly heated triodes “45” and “2A3”

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000313.000021447.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181105-en.html
- anchor: #n3131070
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イーケイジャパン、嘉穂無線ホールディングス株式会社、株式会社グッデイ、株式会社カホエンタープライズ、カホパーツセンター株式会社、株式会社遊舎工房

株式会社イーケイジャパン announced that it has developed the TU-4523 single-ended power amplifier kit, which can be used with either the directly heated triode “45” or “2A3,” and will begin shipping in late October 2026.

Facts:
- Late Oct. 2026
- Capital: 9,200万円
- 資本金 ： 1 億円
- Gain increased by about 8dB
- Maximum diameter 22mm × length 44mm

## Surf culture magazine 『NALU』 and surf trip guide 『ビーチコーミング・マガジン』 collaborate on a double-cover free magazine featuring Minamisoma City’s Kitaizumi Beach in a single issue.

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000321.000012846.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181099-en.html
- anchor: #n3131068
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 ADDIX、株式会社ライズシステム、NPO法人ハッピーアイランドサーフツーリズム

株式会社ADDIX has published a free magazine featuring Minamisoma City’s Kitaizumi Beach, created in collaboration between surf culture magazine 『NALU』 and 『ビーチコーミング・マガジン』. In fiscal 2026, it is supporting regional revitalization through sessions with professional surfers and appearances at events around the country.

Facts:
- We have been providing support since 2022
- In fiscal 2026
- Return to Fukushima after 16 years
- Circulation: 5,000 copies
- At surf shops around the country starting in August
- 4 leading surfers
- On August 8, 2026

## まほろば工房 and PHONE APPLI to launch a solution to address customer harassment on October 1

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000321.000017441.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181096-en.html
- anchor: #n3131067
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社PHONE APPLI、株式会社まほろば工房

株式会社PHONE APPLI and 株式会社まほろば工房 will begin offering a solution to address customer harassment on October 1, 2026, integrating “PHONE APPLI PEOPLE” with “MAHO-PBX.”

Facts:
- Starting October 1, 2026
- 3 stages

## 【プラスダイアナ】Make training more stylish. Gym training shoes developed in collaboration with JBBF debut October 9 (Fri)!

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000321.000047083.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181091-en.html
- anchor: #n3131066
- Companies mentioned: ダイアナ株式会社、プラスダイアナ、公益社団法人日本ボディビル・フィットネス連盟、JBBF、日本オリンピック委員会、JOC

Sneaker brand プラスダイアナ, owned by ダイアナ株式会社, will release gym training shoes co-developed with 3 athletes affiliated with 公益社団法人日本ボディビル・フィットネス連盟 (JBBF) on October 9, 2026.

Facts:
- Price: ¥26,400 (tax included)
- 3 top athletes affiliated with JBBF
- Launch date: October 9, 2026 (Fri)

## “When you think of fall, think of Russell Athletic sweatshirts”: Russell Athletic POP-UP EVENT to be held at スーパースポーツゼビオ イーアスつくば

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000322.000035698.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181089-en.html
- anchor: #n3131065
- Companies mentioned: 丸紅コンシューマーリンク株式会社、Russell Athletic、スーパースポーツゼビオ、筑波大学体育スポーツ局、株式会社ase、COLLEGE MARKET、丸紅ファッションリンク株式会社、丸紅コンシューマーブランズ株式会社、丸紅グループ、スポーツポイント

丸紅コンシューマーリンク株式会社 will hold a limited-time Russell Athletic POP-UP EVENT at the スーパースポーツゼビオ イーアスつくば store from October 3 to 12, 2026.

Facts:
- From Saturday, October 3, 2026, to Monday, October 12 (national holiday)
- Oct. 12 (Mon., national holiday)
- Price including tax: ¥8,514
- Price including tax: ¥11,154
- Price including tax: ¥7,854
- Founded in Alabama, United States, in 1902
- For more than 100 years
- Price including tax: ¥7,590
- 10% OFF

## フクシマガリレイ | Information Strategy Division obtains ISO/IEC 27001 certification

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000325.000081206.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181085-en.html
- anchor: #n3131064
- Companies mentioned: フクシマガリレイ株式会社、一般財団法人日本品質保証機構、JQA

フクシマガリレイ株式会社’s Information Strategy Division has obtained ISO/IEC 27001 certification.

Facts:
- Capital: 400 million yen
- Certification date: September 18, 2026

## Real estate crowdfunding platform “TECROWD” announces “Start investing this fall! Asset management support campaign”

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000327.000061009.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181081-en.html
- anchor: #n3131063
- Companies mentioned: TECRA株式会社、TECROWD、Amazon

TECRA株式会社 announced an asset management support campaign running on its real estate crowdfunding platform TECROWD from October 1 to 30, 2026, offering new registrants and investors Amazon gift cards worth up to 4,000 yen.

Facts:
- Up to 4,000 yen worth
- Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- Friday, Oct. 30
- Amazon gift card worth 2,000 yen
- First 300 people
- 1口10万円
- 2–3 business days

## Make every daily run more comfortable. Launch of the GEL-SLOWCUSH running shoe, designed for soft cushioning and a smooth ride

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000333.000020802.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181071-en.html
- anchor: #n3131062
- Companies mentioned: アシックスジャパン、アシックスオンラインストア、アシックス直営店、ファクトリーアウトレット、アシックス

アシックスジャパン will launch the GEL-SLOWCUSH running shoe, designed for soft cushioning and a smooth ride, on October 8. The price is 26,400 yen (tax included).

Facts:
- From October 8
- ¥26,400
- About 20% lighter
- About 3 times the abrasion resistance

## —October 1 is Coffee Day—〈2026 edition of the coffee drinking survey〉 “At-home coffee demand” accelerates: Despite rising prices, the average amount people spend on a cup enjoyed at home hits a record 115 yen

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000335.000005925.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181069-en.html
- anchor: #n3131061
- Companies mentioned: デロンギ・ジャパン株式会社、楽天インサイト、日本スペシャルティコーヒー協会

デロンギ・ジャパンが実施した2026年度版コーヒー飲用調査によると、物価高の中でも自宅でのコーヒー1杯にかける平均額は過去最高の115円に上昇し、「イエナカコーヒー需要」が加速している。特に20代は豆選びや淹れる工程を楽しむ本格志向や、スペシャルティコーヒーへの関心が高く、全年代をリードしている。

Facts:
- Survey of 500 men and women
- “At home” ranked highest at 63.0%.
- Among people in their 20s, 81.0% had some particular preference or interest in taste, aroma, beans, brewing methods, equipment, or other aspects.
- The figure was 45.0% among people in their 20s.

## New knitwear arrives to make autumn and winter outings more enjoyable! A collection of charming knit items featuring heart motifs, with “My Heart” as its theme.

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000336.000013326.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181066-en.html
- anchor: #n3131060
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファミリア、ファミリアオンラインショップ、ファミリアショップ、オムニサービス

株式会社ファミリア will launch “Knit Collection 2026” on October 7, 2026. The collection’s theme is “My Heart,” and it will offer new knitwear featuring heart motifs. Customers who spend at least a specified amount will receive a gift.

Facts:
- Oct. 7, 2026
- ¥66,000 (tax included)

## エフピコ and ハローデイ partner to promote the circular recycling initiative “Store to Store” at all 55 locations.

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000338.000081943.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4181063-en.html
- anchor: #n3131058
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エフピコ、エフピコ、株式会社ハローデイホールディングス、ハローデイ、株式会社ハローデイ（ボンラパス）

株式会社エフピコ and 株式会社ハローデイホールディングス are working together to promote the “Store to Store” initiative, recycling used food trays collected at all 55 locations into new food trays. The initiative cut CO2 emissions by 284t in the fiscal year ended March 2026, and aims to reduce them by 300t annually in the fiscal year ending March 2028.

Facts:
- All 55 locations
- 284t of CO2 emissions
- The equivalent of approximately 9.17 million trays
- “300t” of CO2 emissions