【maruni x LE KLINT】First event by 2 brands! Furniture and lighting exhibition and special programs showcasing the craftsmanship behind them
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株式会社スキャンデックス will hold a joint exhibition with Danish lighting brand “LE KLINT” at 株式会社マルニ木工’s directly operated store maruni tokyo from October 22 to November 3, 2026. In addition to exhibiting products from a new series, the event will feature a talk on craftsmanship and demonstrations by artisans.
株式会社楽一番 obtains certification to the international information security management system (ISMS) standard “JIS Q 27001:2025”
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株式会社楽一番 obtained certification to the international information security management system (ISMS) standard “JIS Q 27001:2025” as of September 28, 2026.
【BERING×オンタイム・ムーヴ】Inspired by lights illuminating the night sky. Special-edition models limited to 150 each.
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オンタイム・ムーヴ, a watch specialty store operated by シチズンリテイルプラニング株式会社, will release special-edition models created in collaboration with Nordic design watch brand “BERING” on October 3, 2026. Inspired by lights in the night sky, the designs will be available in limited quantities of 150 each for men and women.
Exhibitor recruitment opens for the 12th Japan Drone 2027 / 6th Next Generation Air Mobility Expo 2027
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一般社団法人日本UAS産業振興協議会（JUIDA） and 株式会社コングレ will hold the 12th Japan Drone 2027 / 6th Next Generation Air Mobility Expo 2027 at Makuhari Messe in June 2027 and are recruiting exhibitors.
Ibaraki Prefectural Katsuta Secondary School recognized as STAGE 3 in the TOEFL iBT® Open Possibilities Program (known as the TOP Program)
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ETS Japan recognized Ibaraki Prefectural Katsuta Secondary School as STAGE 3 in the TOEFL iBT® Open Possibilities Program (TOP Program) on August 18. It is the first public secondary school to receive STAGE 3 recognition and is working to develop globally minded talent through its 6-year integrated education program.
【Up to 2 times the response speed of previous models, 2 times the efficiency, and 10 times the sensor sensitivity】An advanced hands-free headlamp
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レッドレンザージャパン株式会社 has announced a new series of hands-free headlamps. The new models deliver up to 2 times the response speed, 2 times the efficiency, and 10 times the sensor sensitivity of previous models, and the lineup includes a total of 26 HF and H series models equipped with ALB functionality. All products use 100% recycled materials for aluminum components and headbands, and come with a 7-year warranty upon online registration.
Facts
26 models in total
12 models in total
14 models in total
100% recycled materials
A reassuring 7-year warranty
Since the HF series launched 3 years ago
Has been active since 2000 as one of the world's leading LED light manufacturers
Presentations and awards ceremony for the “Action Contest for a Positive Future for Daily Life and Nature in Maniwa (Asumani)” to be held on Saturday, November 14; audience registration opens today
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バ・アンド・コー株式会社 will co-host the Asumani presentation contest awards ceremony with Maniwa City, Okayama Prefecture, on November 14, and the city will issue its Nature Positive Declaration on the same day. Audience registration is now open.
Facts
Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026
Approximately 5–6 groups in each of the action and business categories
Pure gold calendar and pure gold bookmark for 2027, the Year of the Sheep!
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株式会社元町ファクトリー will release a pure gold calendar and pure gold bookmark for 2027, the Year of the Sheep. The calendar will feature 5 characters, while the bookmarks featuring Hello Kitty and Cinnamoroll will be available in a limited release.
“BUBBLEVERSE,” a lifestyle art brand inspired by a world of bubbles
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株式会社TODOROKI is launching “BUBBLEVERSE,” a lifestyle art brand led by art director Yutaro Midorikawa, and releasing hand-shaped incense products “Awaka” and “Ukika” in collaboration with 麻布 香雅堂, a long-established Kyoto incense wood shop.
To celebrate Co-op Kyosai reaching 10 million primary mutual aid policyholders, a thank-you campaign is underway! The second installment is a “Members-Only Giveaway Campaign”!
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日本コープ共済生活協同組合連合会 will run a “Members-Only Giveaway Campaign” starting in October 2026 to celebrate reaching 10 million primary mutual aid policyholders in June 2026.
Infroneer Holdings marks 5th anniversary; Rui Hachimura named ambassador; anniversary discussion video released
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To mark its 5th anniversary, Infroneer Holdings has appointed NBA player Rui Hachimura as an ambassador and released a discussion video featuring President Kibe and B.LEAGUE Commissioner Shimada.
Facts
5th anniversary
Oct. 1, 2026
At its founding in 2021
A nation that inspires in 2050
Companies mentioned：インフロニア・ホールディングス株式会社、INFRONEER、前田建設、YKK AP
152 entries in fiscal 2025! “Sangaku 1, 2, 3” Contest 2027 in Nara to be held!
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公益財団法人日本数学検定協会 will hold the “Sangaku 1, 2, 3” Contest 2027 in Nara for elementary and junior high schools in Nara City. Last year, 152 works were entered, and 2 works were dedicated to 東大寺. This year, entries close on December 21, 2026, and the awards ceremony will be held in March 2027.
【Enamor Holiday Collection】Make “sleepy-time cosmetics” the star once again. Limited-edition single-shade glitter eyeshadow “Bijou on Eyes” adds a new touch of sparkle when layered over your favorite eyeshadow!
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Cosmetics brand “Enamor,” operated by 株式会社Dcyua, will begin taking preorders on October 1, 2026, for “Bijou on Eyes,” a single-shade glitter eyeshadow that adds sparkle when layered over your existing eyeshadow. It will be available in 3 limited-edition shades.
HOMMA Group advances “Sleep-Adaptive Room” concept through collaboration among 3 companies
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HOMMA Group has formed a business partnership with リアライズ・イノベーションズ and ブレインスリープ to advance its “Sleep-Adaptive Room” concept, which automatically controls home equipment based on sleep conditions.
Facts
The average sleep duration in Japan is just 6 hours and 41 minutes
Average sleep duration in OECD（経済協力開発機構） member countries (8 hours and 28 minutes)
About 80% of people regularly experience fatigue
A recent survey of 10,000 employed people nationwide*
Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake Charity, Second Installment: In response to the warm support and enthusiastic response, preorders for “Kumamon Kumamoto Charity Ver.” have been announced at short notice!!
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株式会社MS1880 has announced an urgent preorder sale of “Kumamon Kumamoto Charity Ver.” as the second installment of its Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake recovery charity initiative. The first charity bear sold out in just 6 hours, and many people requested additional support, leading to the release of this product.
【Performer Recruitment】Gravis, operator of cheer dance schools, secures a performance opportunity with the NBA’s ロサンゼルス・クリッパーズ! Recruiting young dancers to perform in Los Angeles, the home of cheer!
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株式会社Gravis is recruiting 10 young dancers to perform at Intuit Dome before an official NBA ロサンゼルス・クリッパーズ game on February 25, 2027.
Facts
200 locations
More than 3,000 students
Thursday, Feb. 25, 2027
Capacity: 10 people
Eligible ages: 5 through elementary school age
U.S. residents, general applicants: $60
Japan residents, Gravis members: 15,000 yen
Japan residents, general applicants: 20,000 yen
Application deadline: Friday, November 20, 2026
Companies mentioned：株式会社Gravis、Gravis CFL Inc.、NBA、ロサンゼルス・クリッパーズ、Utah Jazz
VTuber 花依よるは captivates listeners with her singing voice: “晩創膏（ばんそうこう）,” a sake crafted with her vocals—a special bottle where music and art resonate together
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SAKEクラファン（合同会社IW） will launch a crowdfunding campaign on October 1, 2026, for “晩創膏,” a sake brewed with music by VTuber 花依よるは played during the brewing process. It is produced by 東京港醸造 and features a label designed by a creator affiliated with EchoVerse, operated by 大丸松坂屋百貨店.
“フォーネスビジュアス” disease-onset risk prediction test adds an item for the risk of developing stomach cancer within 5 years
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フォーネスライフ will add an item predicting the risk of developing stomach cancer within 5 years to its “フォーネスビジュアス” disease-onset risk prediction test and begin offering it on October 1, 2026. This brings the service’s total number of risk prediction items to 6.
Announcing 3 winning papers for the 21st “日本FP学会 Award” (hosted by 日本FP学会 and co-hosted by 日本FP協会)
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日本FP協会 announced the 3 winning papers for the 21st “日本FP学会 Award,” hosted by 日本FP学会. It also released the application guidelines for the next award, the 22nd.
株式会社U-ZERO establishes Chief Corporate Officer and Chief Business Officer positions, strengthening its board structure
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株式会社U-ZERO announced that 金澤千亜紀 will become a director, Chief Corporate Officer and head of the Administration Department, effective October 1, 2026, and that 下野裕久’s title will change to Chief Business Officer. The board structure will be strengthened, and the “Distribution Division” will be renamed the “Customer Value Division.”
Facts
Effective October 1, 2026
Approximately 12 years
1st for the 7th consecutive year
Now in its 13th edition
Original累計発行部数5万部
As of September 2026
From 6% in 2024
By 2030
to 10%
to the global average of 23%
Companies mentioned：株式会社U-ZERO、株式会社コンカー、富士通、イオン、野村不動産ホールディングス、日本事務器株式会社、SAS Institute Japan株式会社、SAPジャパン株式会社、マッキンゼー・アンド・カンパニー、ベタープレイス・ジャパン株式会社、ギャラップ社、日本パブリックリレーションズ研究所
Develops a parallel-redundant 250kW multi-use bidirectional DC/DC converter
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株式会社三社電機製作所 has developed a 250kW multi-use bidirectional DC/DC converter compatible with a range of DC power sources, including solar power and storage batteries. It can be expanded in parallel to a maximum of 1MW, with its modular configuration enhancing redundancy and maintainability.
Make every day more colorful and more free. Lifestyle store “Out n About（アウト ナバウト）” to hold its first POP UP in the Hokkaido and Tohoku areas at 札幌ステラプレイス from Friday, October 9!
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Lifestyle store “Out n About,” operated by ジェイプラスインターナショナル株式会社, will hold its first POP UP in the Hokkaido and Tohoku areas at 札幌ステラプレイス starting October 9. The event will feature new bags and free promotional gifts.
Facts
Friday, October 9
November 8 (Sunday)
5,500 yen or more including tax
Friday, Oct. 9, 2026
Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026
Companies mentioned：ジェイプラスインターナショナル株式会社、Out n About（アウト ナバウト）、札幌ステラプレイス
【2-year term at 1.90%!!】Notice of interest rate revision for “First-Time Time Deposit 〈はじめくん〉” (SBJ銀行)
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株式会社SBJ銀行 will revise the interest rate on “First-Time Time Deposit 〈はじめくん〉” effective October 1, 2026, setting the standard annual rate for the 2-year term at 1.90%.
Facts
1.90% per year
2-year term
Total assets: ¥1,815 billion
Oct. 1, 2026
Companies mentioned：株式会社SBJ銀行、SBJ銀行、新韓銀行、新韓金融グループ、JCR、Moody's Japan
Make jacket style more comfortable: タカキュー launches a “High-Gauge Knit Series” with a choice of necklines and a wide range of knits
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株式会社タカキュー’s fashion brand “T/Q” is launching a high-gauge knit series for fall and winter, designed to be worn under jackets. It features 3 neckline designs to choose from, a wide variety of knits, and machine-washable fabrics.
Backpacks and bags are hard to wash… so wipe them down! A new, easy way to care for backpacks and bags anytime. Easy care for work and school bags: “Backpack and Bag Cleaner Sheets” now available
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株式会社丹羽久 is introducing a new way to care for backpacks and bags, shifting from “washing” to “wiping,” and will launch “Backpack and Bag Cleaner Sheets.”
Facts
More than 70% of respondents said they had “never washed” them
Dimensions and quantity: approximately 150mm × approximately 200mm, 20 sheets
Suggested retail price: 498 yen (before tax)
Sales information: Manufacturer shipments begin October 5, 2026
Home-cooked meal takeout service “マチルダ” selected in public tender for “Reiwa 8 fiscal year welfare facility (lunch sales outlet) operations” and opens a new location inside the Tokyo Metropolitan Government’s First Main Building
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株式会社マチルダ will open a new takeout station inside the Tokyo Metropolitan Government’s First Main Building, beginning operations on October 13, 2026.
“R&Y RENTAL(アールワイレンタル)” launches a self-service suitcase rental service based at a post office
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Suitcase rental service “R&Y RENTAL,” operated by 日本鞄材株式会社, will open a self-service rental location at 岐阜中央郵便局 on October 1, 2026, launching a new service that combines in-person inspection of suitcases with returns by Yu-Pack.
Facts
Starting Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
Rates start at 3,960 yen (tax included) for 2 days
株式会社リブドゥコーポレーション has begun sponsoring professional basketball team “愛媛オレンジバイキングス.” The partnership will include displaying its logo on uniforms and carrying out community contribution activities.
Facts
Total attendance for the 2025-26 season surpassed a record 5.48 million
The league has grown approximately 2.5 times in the 10 years since its founding
The team surged to 38 wins and 22 losses in the 2025-26 season
Entries open for the 7th “TYO Student Movie Awards”! Seeking 60-second short films on the theme of “lies” ～Actor 別所哲也 and 板谷由夏 join as guest judges～
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株式会社TYO will begin accepting entries on October 2, 2026, for the 7th TYO Student Movie Awards, a short film contest for students. The theme is “lies,” and films must be no longer than 60 seconds. A total of 2 million yen in prize money is available. 別所哲也 and 板谷由夏 will join as guest judges.
【“プチプチ®” comes to smartphone keyboards!】プチプチ株式会社, which changed its name today, launches a collaboration campaign with keyboard app “Simeji”!
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The company, which changed its name to “プチプチ株式会社” on October 1, 2026, is holding a collaboration campaign with “Simeji,” a keyboard app provided by バイドゥ株式会社, and will offer exclusive themes and effects for free.
Establishment of new company “株式会社Macurie” (マクリエ) through an incorporation-type company split and transfer of some businesses
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株式会社フロンティアコンサルティング will establish 株式会社Macurie on October 1, 2026, through an incorporation-type company split. The new company will take over the share office business “comolu” and virtual office business “メタワークオアシス”.
【PAUL & JOE BEAUTE】Begin your journey with a new encounter. The Kansai International Airport Terminal 1 store reopens after renovation!
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“PAUL & JOE BEAUTE,” operated by 株式会社アルビオン, will reopen its shop in Terminal 1 of Kansai International Airport on October 1, 2026, with products including items exclusive to duty-free stores.
LOGILESS launches “inventory classification” feature, enabling stock to be reserved by purpose, such as “for e-commerce” and “for wholesale”
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株式会社ロジレス launched its “inventory classification” feature for its e-commerce automated shipping system “LOGILESS” on October 1, 2026. The feature enables inventory of the same product to be managed separately by purpose, such as for e-commerce, wholesale, or B-grade items. It prevents inventory mix-ups without increasing the number of SKUs or accounts and is available as a paid option for 10,000 yen per month, excluding tax. A seminar introducing a case study from early adopter 株式会社Leo Sophia Group will be held on October 15.
Facts
Approximately 80 companies
Oct. 1, 2026
10,000 yen per month
30 days
Oct. 15, 2026
17:00〜17:45
Capital: 100 million yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社ロジレス、LOGILESS、株式会社Leo Sophia Group
MIKIMOTO opens a large-scale concept store at LANDMARK Hong Kong! 神宮寺勇太 makes his first visit to Hong Kong to celebrate the opening
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株式会社ミキモト opened its first large-scale concept store at LANDMARK ATRIUM in Central, Hong Kong, in September 2026. To celebrate the opening, its partner 神宮寺勇太 of Number_i made his first visit to Hong Kong and visited the store.
Shibuya Hikarie’s “Creative Space 8/” marks its 15th anniversary. Supporting emerging creators! Applications open October 1 for the new “8/CUBE NEXT” program.
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東急株式会社 announced that “8/CUBE,” the creative gallery at Shibuya Hikarie that it operates, is marking its 15th anniversary and will launch “8/CUBE NEXT” on October 1, 2026. The new open call will provide exhibition opportunities free of charge to emerging creators under 35.
Opens in Kunitachi on October 1! Meet チートレニーじゅん。 in person at the ナポリの窯 Kunitachi Yagawa store!
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The delivery pizza brand “ナポリの窯,” operated by 株式会社ストロベリーコーンズ, opened its Kunitachi Yagawa store in Kunitachi on October 1. The store is run by mopane creator チートレニーじゅん。 and will offer in-store service and exclusive campaigns.
林芽亜里, “the goddess of girly style,” appointed as new image character for contact lens retailer “ハートアップ”!
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株式会社日本オプティカル will begin airing a new TV commercial for contact lens retailer “ハートアップ” in the Tokai region on October 1, 2026, featuring 林芽亜里 as its image character.
Facts
From Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
■New TV commercial: “Let’s go to ハートアップ tomorrow. Character” edition, 15 seconds
■New TV commercial: “Let’s go to ハートアップ tomorrow. Store staff” edition, 15 seconds
New “AIO Media Bridge” feature added to ファインズ’ “AIOナビ”
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株式会社ファインズ launched “AIOメディアブリッジ,” a new feature for its customer acquisition support service “AIOナビ” for the AI era, in September 2026. The feature scores AIO readiness and offers recommendations for improvement.
Approximately 250 varieties of seasonings from around the world gather in Sendai! “ユウキ食品フェスタ2026” to be held October 10 and 11
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ユウキ食品株式会社 will hold “ユウキ食品フェスタ2026” on October 10 and 11, 2026, at 2 venues in Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture: “BRANCH仙台WEST,” “丘の商店,” and “まちづくりスポット仙台.” The event will feature sales and tastings of approximately 250 varieties of seasonings and foods from around the world, along with hands-on activities such as seasoning classes and rice paper workshops.
Core-Business株式会社 partners with Nirasaki, Yamanashi, to address wild animals such as deer and reduce labor in waterway management; solar-powered SIM cameras “e-CAM (イーカム)” requiring no power supply or Wi-Fi installed at 3 locations in the city
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Core-Business株式会社 has partnered with Nirasaki, Yamanashi, and installed solar-powered SIM cameras “e-CAM,” which require no power supply or Wi-Fi, at 3 locations in the city. It has begun pilot projects for measures against wild animals and waterway management.
Rimo changes “Rimo Voice” name to “Rimo” and refreshes brand logo to mark its 7th anniversary
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Rimo合同会社 will mark its 7th anniversary by changing the name “Rimo Voice” to “Rimo” and refreshing its brand logo on October 1, 2026. There will be no changes to its features or pricing.
A new career-change experience for AI engineers created by generative AI: AI model produces 3 videos featuring original AI characters for AIdea Career株式会社
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AI model株式会社 and AIdea Career株式会社 will begin streaming 3 web commercials produced using generative AI on October 1, 2026. Featuring the original AI character “Aira,” the campaigns will focus on 3 selling points: specialist expertise, maximizing individual value, and quality job listings.
MOBIPARK launches E-BIKE rental service in Chatan, Okinawa; begins offering 6 models at 白石 ENEOS Chatan Mihama Store
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株式会社MOBIPARK partnered with 株式会社白石 to launch sales and rental services for a total of 6 E-BIKE models under the APE RYDER and RKS brands at 白石 ENEOS Chatan Mihama Store in Chatan, Okinawa, on September 1, 2026.
[Survey on Approval and Decision-Making Workflows at Companies Using Microsoft 365] More than 40% rely on paper and seals or email circulation of Excel and Word files; more than 50% of staff want to introduce a dedicated workflow system
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rakumo株式会社 surveyed approval and decision-making processes at companies that have deployed Microsoft 365 company-wide. More than 40% rely on paper or email circulation of Excel/Word files, and 52.3% of staff want to introduce a dedicated workflow system.
ハートコア announces release of AI search optimization service “HeartCore LuLuMO”
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ハートコア株式会社 announced that it will launch its AI search optimization service “HeartCore LuLuMO” on October 1, 2026. The service visualizes metrics such as the rate of mentions and citations in AI responses, and supports measurement of LLMO KPIs and hallucination detection. A 14-day free trial is also available.
100 AI use cases documented in-house: 37 employees, from administrative and accounting staff to designers, at Gifu IT company ITreat present “how they use AI in their own work” at morning meetings
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株式会社ITreat, an IT company in Gifu, reached its 100th weekly morning meeting at which employees present AI use cases on September 28, 2026. All 37 employees participate, including non-engineers such as administrative and accounting staff and designers, achieving results such as time savings through workflow automation and risk sharing.
株式会社UPDATA will hold “OUTCOME 2026,” a B2B conference focused on customer outcomes, with special cooperation from 一般社団法人日本カスタマーサクセス協会. The special session will feature a discussion on account management in the AI era between Yuichiro Kuwano of プレイド and Shunsuke Mukai of Well Direction.
Facts
Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026
Capacity: 600 people
Capital: 82.5 million yen
Established: September 2007
Established: Nov. 2024
Date and time: Thursday, October 29, 2026, 13:00–20:30
Registration begins at 12:00
Special Session ② (Hall A, 18:05–18:45)
Can be implemented in as little as 2 weeks
1000% increase in upsell and cross-sell rates
50% reduction in churn
Driving growth of 400%, among other results
Approximately 20 years of B2B sales experience in the IT industry
The haircare brand “Purunt. (プルント),” winner of 35 beauty awards [1], launches its eagerly awaited new series “TSUMUGI (ツムギ)!”
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アンド・ナイン株式会社 will launch “TSUMUGI (ツムギ),” a new series from the haircare brand “Purunt. (プルント),” which has won 35 beauty awards. The series focuses on hair that changes over time and is scheduled to go on sale in mid-October 2026.
The full schedule for “StoryHub Ensemble 2026,” taking place November 5, has been finalized and released!
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StoryHub株式会社 has announced all 7 speakers and the schedule for “StoryHub Ensemble 2026,” a major AI conference to be held on November 5, 2026. The theme is “Storytelling in the AI Era: Redesigning Information Distribution.”
“An era when there’s no time for beauty”: Minayo Watanabe named ambassador for QUMALeSS, the “90-second beauty” brand.
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株式会社シンビシン has appointed Minayo Watanabe as brand ambassador for its beauty device “TERAPIST QUMALeSS” and will begin new brand activities on October 1, 2026.
Facts
Original1日90秒の美容習慣
From Oct. 1, 2026
Approximately 95 mm
Approximately 30 g
99.9% purity
More than 50 hours
48-facet diamond cut
More than 3,500 stores introduced the product to date
Sales begin for accommodation plans offered by “Ponshu Hotel 睡夢［suimu］” on the travel media site “Tabiiro”
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株式会社旅色トラベル has begun selling accommodation plans for “Ponshu Hotel 睡夢［suimu］” on the travel media site “Tabiiro.” The hotel is located at Matsunoyama Onsen, one of Japan’s three major medicinal hot springs, and offers plans featuring approximately 30 types of local sake, a sauna, hand-rolled sushi, and more.
Facts
As of October 1, 2026
About 30 types
3 types in total
Companies mentioned：株式会社旅色トラベル、Ponshu Hotel 睡夢［suimu］、株式会社ブランジスタ、シモンズ社、Harvia社、Lafuma
EnglishCentral launches new brand “LangRich” for multilingual online training services
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株式会社EnglishCentral Japan has launched “LangRich,” a new brand for corporate multilingual training, and begun offering online multilingual training services. The service supports a total of 13 languages, with sales scheduled to begin in November 2026.
Facts
82.1% of Japanese companies with annual sales of 30 billion yen or more
Anua carries out the third installment of its “Anua For Everyone” social contribution initiative; donates products worth approximately 200 million yen and 20 million yen in support funds to “Think The DAY,” represented by Saeko Doki
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Anua, the skincare brand operated by 株式会社The Founders JAPAN, donated products worth approximately 200 million yen in total and 20 million yen in financial support to Think The DAY, a general incorporated association led by Saeko Dōkyū, as the third installment of its social contribution initiative, “Anua For Everyone.”
Facts
Approximately 200 million yen worth in total
Approximately 160,000 items
Companies mentioned：株式会社The Founders JAPAN、Anua、Think The DAY、The Founders Inc.、Qoo10、楽天市場、Amazon
“HOUSE OF KEITA MARUYAMA —Holiday Countdown Box—” unveiled to mark the 5th anniversary of KEITA MARUYAMA “OMOTASE” PROJECT
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To mark the 5th anniversary of KEITA MARUYAMA “OMOTASE” PROJECT in October 2026, a Christmas countdown box, “HOUSE OF KEITA MARUYAMA —Holiday Countdown Box—,” and a limited-edition cookie tin, “FLOWERS IN VASES,” will go on sale.
Semi-custom organic fertilizer cuts producers’ annual fertilizer costs by up to 30%*
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株式会社坂ノ途中 sells “All Organic,” a semi-custom organic fertilizer that helps producers cut annual fertilizer costs by up to 30% and reduce labor for spreading.
Facts
Launched in 2025
Annual fertilizer costs reduced by 26%
Spread quantity reduced by 15 kg per 1 tan (approximately 1000 m²)
[Youth Now! Support Case] Marketing research conducted to support 8 South Korean food companies’ entry into the Japanese market
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Youth Now!, operated by 株式会社Reaplus, conducted product tasting and experience surveys with 42 influencers for 8 South Korean food companies considering entering the Japanese market, providing marketing research support on purchase intent and areas for improvement.
[あさぎり牛乳] “○○ Day,” launched at 阪神梅田本店, expands to Tokyo, Kanagawa and Hiroshima!
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あさぎり牛乳, the sweets brand of Asagiri Milk Industry, will expand its in-store event “○○ Day,” previously held exclusively at 阪神梅田本店, to a total of 6 stores, including locations in Tokyo, Kanagawa and Hiroshima, starting in October 2026.
[Fukuoka Prefectural Government] Cutting food waste! The “Temaedori” movement reaches campuses! — 3 universities in the prefecture join for the first time this year to raise environmental awareness among the next generation —
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Fukuoka Prefecture will run a “Temaedori” campaign from Oct. 1 at more than 2,600 stores operated by 19 businesses, including convenience stores, supermarkets and 3 universities, to reduce food waste.
On Labor Thanksgiving Day, say “thank you” to teachers and parents alike — Codmon and flower subscription service “bloomee” launch joint initiative for childcare and educational facilities
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株式会社コドモン and ユーザーライク株式会社 will launch a joint initiative to deliver flowers to childcare and educational facilities in conjunction with Labor Thanksgiving Day on Nov. 23.
[Speaking Engagement] President Murata to speak at “Multi-Location Service Business Management SUMMIT 2026,” hosted by 株式会社スタメン, on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026
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Yasuko Murata, president of 株式会社船井総研ヒューマンキャピタルコンサルティング, will speak at “Multi-Location Service Business Management SUMMIT 2026,” hosted by 株式会社スタメン, on Oct. 22, 2026. Her talk will focus on “Sustainable growth for businesses with multiple locations.”
[草花木果] Skincare products introduced as amenities at “Yutomori Club,” a forest hot spring resort in Zao, Miyagi.
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2 skincare products from the natural cosmetics brand “草花木果,” operated by 株式会社キナリ, were introduced as amenities at “Yutomori Club,” a forest hot spring resort in Zao, Miyagi Prefecture, on Oct. 1, 2026.
Feel it as you ride. Enjoy it as you wear it. “RIDE & STYLE CAMPAIGN” launches today
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BMW Motorrad will hold the “RIDE & STYLE CAMPAIGN” from Oct. 1 to Nov. 30, giving an official T-shirt to the first 200 customers who complete a test-ride survey at an authorized dealer.
〈Route Barrier × Usahana〉 Launch of collaboration items designed to make skincare time more enjoyable
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株式会社ネイチャーリパブリックジャパン will release limited-edition collaboration designs of its “Root Barrier” toner and serum for dehydrated skin, featuring 株式会社サンリオ character “Usahana,” on Nov. 16, 2026. The products will be available early at PLAZA starting Oct. 9 of the same year.
“Respo’s growth is directly linked to the restaurant’s growth” — Sushi restaurant “Sushi Rinda,” with a history spanning more than 10 years, discusses its long-term partnership with Respo
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株式会社ハロー has published a case study of Sushi Rinda, a sushi restaurant in Fudōmae, Tokyo, which has used Respo for more than 10 years. The restaurant has improved operational efficiency and customer satisfaction through centralized reservation management, collecting cancellation fees and building a database of customer information.
ITmedia obtains “Kurumin Certification” as a company supporting child-rearing
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アイティメディア株式会社 obtained the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare’s “Kurumin Certification” on August 26, 2026. The company is working to maintain a high rate of employees taking childcare leave and to achieve a female manager ratio of at least 30% (2030 target).
東武ホテルレバント東京 “Christmas Market 2026”: Reservations now open for hotel-made Christmas takeout items
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東武ホテルレバント東京, operated by 株式会社東武ホテルマネジメント, began accepting reservations on September 10 for “Christmas Market 2026,” offering takeout items such as Christmas cakes and hors d’oeuvres.
Applications open for the world’s largest app development competition for middle and high school girls, “Technovation Girls 2027”
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特定非営利活動法人Waffle is recruiting participants from Japan for “Technovation Girls 2027,” an international app development competition for middle and high school girls and gender minorities. Participation is free, and the application deadline is December 6, 2026.
Facts
Technovation Girls 2027
Now in its 11th year
Participants came from all 47 prefectures
78 teams comprising 408 participants developed apps using AI
A record-high 3 teams were selected from Japan
About 3,600 entries were submitted from 130 countries and regions around the world
Form teams of up to 5 people
Over approximately 6 months
App development course (7 days)
Business development course (4 days)
About 30 hours in total
About 5 hours per week
20 teams selected in the preliminary screening
The application deadline is Sunday, December 6, 2026
A “ground that stores rainwater and cools” will appear for 2 days only, creating a town resilient to torrential downpours and extreme heat and welcoming to children and pets — at “KANDA Festival 2026,” held October 9 (Friday) and 10 (Saturday)
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東邦レオ株式会社 will exhibit an interactive spot for its “Beat the Heat” project, which addresses both torrential rain and extreme heat, at “KANDA Festival 2026,” held on October 9 and 10.
Facts
Original1時間に100ミリ級の猛烈な雨
Reduces ground surface temperatures by up to approximately 20°C
World Diabetes Day (World Diabetes Day) campaign: Applications open for “Learn About Diabetes the Right Way with Sonic! Photo Contest”
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Taisho Pharmaceutical is holding “Learn About Diabetes the Right Way with Sonic! Photo Contest,” co-hosted by JADEC as a World Diabetes Day (WDD) awareness campaign. With Sonic as ambassador, the contest is inviting photo submissions themed around the color blue.
Facts
Every year since 2014
Celebrating its 35th anniversary
The series has sold more than 1.77 billion copies in total
AI try-ons make fit visible too. Launch of “Fit Studio” for apparel e-commerce — compare how S, M and L sizes differ in length and width using body-type-specific wearing simulations; can also be integrated into your own e-commerce site
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株式会社ニュウジア has added “Fit Studio,” a new feature that visualizes how clothing sizes fit different body types, to its AI try-on service “WearStudio.AI.” It is seeking companies for early adoption of “Fit Widgets,” which can be integrated into e-commerce sites.
SOC service “Security FREE” adds support for CrowdStrike, Cato and Zscaler
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株式会社ソフトクリエイト will add CrowdStrike Falcon, Cato SASE Platform and Zscaler Platforms to the products monitored by its SOC service “Security FREE,” with service beginning on October 1, 2026.
Buzzworthy “double-decker bus × revolving sushi” SUSHI BUS adopts “JapanTicket”
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株式会社Japanticket will provide inbound visitor attraction service “ジャパチケプラス,” China-focused information service “大衆点評 公式アカウントサービス,” and reservation management system “ebica” for SUSHI BUS, a “double-decker bus × revolving sushi” experience scheduled to begin operations in October 2026.
Facts
Operations will begin in October 2026
Reservations will open on September 30, 2026
Operations are scheduled to begin on October 10, 2026
Tours the area in approximately 70 minutes
The bus has 20 seats
Adults: ¥16,000 (tax included)
Spending by international visitors to Japan reached approximately ¥9.5 trillion
Currently, approximately 2,000 suppliers
Approximately 15,000 stores (including OEMs) use the service
Companies mentioned：株式会社ジャパンチケットホールディングス、株式会社Japanticket、株式会社SUSHI BUS、株式会社エビソル、WILLER ACROSS株式会社、JapanTicket Asia Pacific Pte. Ltd.
SHIROKANE COCO CLINIC, a provider of cosmetic dermatology and aesthetic medical services, has adopted “AKARUMI,” an AIO/LLMO analysis tool offered by 株式会社ipe. The tool visualizes how the clinic is presented in AI search results and supports customer acquisition initiatives.
<Local governments × SDGs> “ロカスタ,” a local sourcing support service contributing to the achievement of SDGs by local governments, to be adopted by Tokorozawa City
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株式会社G-Place announced that it will introduce “ロカスタ,” a service for local governments that supports local sourcing, in Tokorozawa City, Saitama Prefecture, starting October 1, 2026.
Facts
The service will launch on Thursday, October 1, 2026.
It was demonstrated that CO2 emissions can be reduced by 10.1% (approximately 70,000 tons annually).
“タベスケ” has been available since March 2021.
“ロカスタ” has been offered to local governments since December 2021.
株式会社アークエッジ・スペース, which provides solutions for constellations of ultra-small satellites, has been selected for “NextGen Tech 30 2026,” organized by Granite Asia.
Launch of an application developed jointly with the Yakushima Tourism Association to support mountain maintenance work on Yakushima, a World Natural Heritage site
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株式会社アークエッジ・スペース began operating a mountain maintenance support app developed jointly with 一般社団法人屋久島観光協会 on August 1, 2026.
Facts
Operations began on August 1, 2026
54 periodic reports prepared
82 inspection and maintenance-required locations registered along the mountain trails
[Webinar] Oct. 6 (Tue.) The overlooked importance of integration: Keys to successful ERP implementation through 3 case studies
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パナソニック デジタル株式会社 will host a webinar on October 6, 2026, highlighting the importance of integration—the key to successful ERP implementation—through 3 case studies.
Win up to 20,000 miles and other great rewards! JAL × Tokyu 20th anniversary partnership campaign now underway
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To mark the 20th anniversary of its partnership with 東急株式会社, 東急カード株式会社 and 日本航空株式会社, 株式会社JALカード has been running the “JAL × Tokyu 20th Anniversary Partnership Campaign” since September 1, 2026.
Facts
20th anniversary of the partnership
Starting September 1, 2026 (Tuesday)
Up to 30,500 miles
500 TOKYU POINT points
Up to 2,500 miles
5,000 yen or more including tax
Companies mentioned：株式会社JALカード、東急株式会社、東急カード株式会社、日本航空株式会社、JALカード TOKYU POINT ClubQ
“Intentionally uncool” slides showcase the appeal of 技育祭: winners announced for the “全国ダサいスライド大会”! 6 winning entries selected from 114 submissions
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株式会社サポーターズ has selected 6 winning entries in the “ダサいスライド全国大会 in 技育祭,” a special event held as part of the student tech conference “技育祭2026【秋】.” The entries were judged from a total of 114 submissions, and the winners will appear at 技育祭 DAY 2 on October 11.