# AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-01 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 15 of 21

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 1636 items from 7 sources; Taiwan, 456 items from 9 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Trial operation begins for “Shima-yui mobi,” a public ride-sharing service addressing transportation challenges in 南大東村

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000185443.html
- anchor: #n3134901
- Companies mentioned: 南大東村、沖縄セルラー電話株式会社、KDDIスマートモビリティ株式会社、有限会社吉里商会、総務省、南大東村観光協会

南大東村, Okinawa Cellular and KDDI Smart Mobility, in partnership with 有限会社吉里商会, will begin trial operation of “Shima-yui mobi,” a public ride-sharing service using existing shuttle vehicles, on October 1, 2026.

Facts:
- From Oct. 1, 2026
- Aging rate of about 28.0％
- About 1 in 4 island residents
- Through January 31, 2027
- 大人1人1回500円
- 大人1人1回1,000円

## “Akapen ES,” an application-essay review service with more than 30,000 users, changes its name to “Naitei ES”; a fresh start as a service to help new graduates secure job offers

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000029955.html
- anchor: #n3134900
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社シーマインドキャリア

株式会社シーマインドキャリア announced that its application-essay review service “Akapen ES,” which has surpassed 30,000 users, will be renamed “Naitei ES” effective October 1, 2026.

Facts:
- From Oct. 1, 2026

## 【2026-2027 season】Orion Tour begins accepting online bookings for ski and snowboard tours! Special features on “First Ski of the Season” and “Year-End and New Year” bus tours now available!

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000112130.html
- anchor: #n3134899
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オリオンツアー、ORION TOUR CO.LTD.、舞子スノーリゾート、竜王スキーパーク、エイブル白馬五竜、Hakuba47、志賀高原、横手山、渋峠スキー場、斑尾マウンテンリゾート、斑尾高原、タングラム、北志賀小丸山スキー場、白馬岩岳スノーフィールド、つがいけマウンテンリゾート、菅平高原スノーリゾート、鹿島槍スキー場ファミリーパーク

株式会社オリオンツアー has begun accepting online bookings for ski and snowboard tours for the 2026-2027 season and published special features on “First Ski of the Season from Kanto” and “Year-End and New Year.”

Facts:
- 2026-2027 season
- Limited to 8 units
- Elevation: 2,307 m
- 6,400 m
- Total length: 6000 m
- Maximum run length: 4,900 m
- Width: approximately 1,200 m
- 5,000 m

## [Nagasaki・Unzen] “GOOD TIDE OBAMA,” an activity event to make the most of the sea at Obama Onsen, to be held

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000127041.html
- anchor: #n3134898
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人雲仙観光局、雲仙市

一般社団法人雲仙観光局 will hold the marine activity event “GOOD TIDE OBAMA” at Obama Onsen in Nagasaki Prefecture on October 18, 2026. The event will offer hands-on programs such as sea kayaking, fishing cruises and SUP, as well as sunset viewing. Rental equipment and instructor-led courses will be available for beginners.

Facts:
- Oct. 18, 2026
- 1艇4,000円
- 1艇5,000円
- 1名5,000円
- 1名6,000円
- Around 17:45

## Bring your dog along to a Jeep showroom.

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000162276.html
- anchor: #n3134897
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Archis、山口マツダ株式会社、Jeep、ミレワン、ハッピーランド ハレルヤ

株式会社Archis and Yamaguchi Mazda will jointly hold a 1-day-only event, “Jeep × ミレワン DOG LIFE DAY,” featuring Jeep and dog food brand “ミレワン,” at Jeep Yamaguchi Chuo on November 29, 2026. The event will focus on safe travel and food with dogs, and include a seminar by a dog trainer and opportunities to experience the vehicles.

Facts:
- Nov. 29, 2026
- 10:00〜16:00
- Limited to 5 groups each

## ルミーズ株式会社 becomes イージャイズ株式会社. —Notice of company name change—

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000059992.html
- anchor: #n3134896
- Companies mentioned: イージャイズ株式会社、ルミーズ株式会社

イージャイズ株式会社 marked 25 years since launching its payment services and changed its company name from ルミーズ株式会社 to イージャイズ株式会社 effective October 1, 2026.

Facts:
- A milestone marking 25 years
- Oct. 1, 2026
- More than approximately 20,000 companies nationwide
- 2001
- 2023

## [監査法人アヴァンティア] Opens Matsuyama Office on October 1, 2026, as audit infrastructure supporting the regional economy

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000069877.html
- anchor: #n3134895
- Companies mentioned: 監査法人アヴァンティア、えひめ有限責任監査法人

監査法人アヴァンティア opened its Matsuyama Office in Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture, effective October 1, 2026, and took over the operations of えひめ有限責任監査法人.

Facts:
- 5 partners
- October 1, 2026

## DOORCOM福岡支店 launches a pilot of “DOORCOM BOX” at CIC Fukuoka. Automating parcel receipt, notifications, tracking and shipping to DX the “last 50 m” of office logistics

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000085134.html
- anchor: #n3134894
- Companies mentioned: DOORCOM株式会社、DOORCOM福岡支店、CIC Fukuoka、国土交通省、経済産業省、Smari（スマリ）

DOORCOM株式会社 will install the smart parcel locker “DOORCOM BOX” at CIC Fukuoka, an innovation hub in Fukuoka City, and launch a pilot program on October 1, 2026. The pilot aims to improve operational efficiency and drive DX in the “last 50 m” of office logistics by automating parcel receipt, notifications, tracking and shipping.

Facts:
- The BtoC-EC market reached 26.1 trillion yen in 2024
- The redelivery rate is approximately 7.6%
- The usage rate of diverse delivery options is approximately 31.0%
- The goal is to raise the latter to around 50%
- The service launches on October 1, 2026

## M&A Royal Advisory and テレビ埼玉 partner to launch business matching services for companies in Saitama Prefecture on October 1

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000093601.html
- anchor: #n3134893
- Companies mentioned: M&Aロイヤルアドバイザリー株式会社、テレビ埼玉、株式会社テレビ埼玉、株式会社帝国データバンク大宮支店

M&Aロイヤルアドバイザリー株式会社 and テレビ埼玉 have formed a business partnership and will launch an M&A and business succession matching service for companies in Saitama Prefecture on October 1, 2026.

Facts:
- Begins Thursday, October 1, 2026
- Approximately 1万1,300 companies in Saitama Prefecture
- The business succession gap rate in 2025 was 54.0%
- Although it fell 1.8 percentage points from the previous year
- It is above the national average of 50.1%
- by 3.9 percentage points
- 256 officers and employees (as of October 1, 2026)

## [October 2026 Only! Fall Customer Harassment Prevention Campaign] On October 1, 2026, preventing customer harassment becomes a “corporate obligation.” The era when “we’ll be fine” can no longer protect employees.

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000121014.html
- anchor: #n3134892
- Companies mentioned: 厚生労働省、日本公益通報サービス株式会社

Amendments to the Act on Comprehensive Promotion of Labor Policies will take effect on October 1, 2026, making measures to prevent customer harassment mandatory for companies. While violations will not immediately incur penalties, the law provides for requests for reports, recommendations and public disclosure, as well as fines for false reports. 日本公益通報サービス株式会社 is running a prevention campaign and offers services including an external consultation hotline.

Facts:
- Starting October 1, 2026
- 27.9％
- An increase of 8.4 percentage points
- The following 3 elements
- A fine of up to 200,000 yen
- Established: March 2023

## CYLLENGE interview featured on “ジチタイワークスWEB” —Safe file transfers between three-tier separated networks without relying on USB drives—

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000121815.html
- anchor: #n3134891
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社CYLLENGE、CYLLENGE、総務省、自衛隊、富山県富山市

An interview with 良慶大西, a director of 株式会社CYLLENGE, was published in “ジチタイワークスWEB,” a web media outlet for local governments. Against the backdrop of USB virus detection in the 自衛隊, the article introduced “Smooth File ネットワーク分離モデル” and “Smooth File” as alternatives to USB drives, which carry risks of malware infection and information leaks. It also outlined support for secure file transfers in 三-tier separated environments and moving away from PPAP.

Facts:
- More than 900 implementations
- Send files of up to 15 GB

## Turning “shapes that can’t be stacked” into “stackable” ones. Yoshino cypress building blocks “KIKKA Basic40” win “Good Toy 2026” award

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000148444.html
- anchor: #n3134890
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ウインテック、認定NPO法人芸術と遊び創造協会、東京おもちゃ美術館

株式会社ウインテック’s Yoshino cypress building blocks “KIKKA Basic40” have won the “Good Toy 2026” award. They are scheduled to be displayed at 16 museums nationwide, including 東京おもちゃ美術館.

Facts:
- Good Toy 2026
- 16 museums nationwide
- 40 pieces
- Price: 27,000 yen

## 3 days when instant ramen and ramen restaurants come together in earnest. “凄麺屋,” supervised by Susumu Muranaka, owner of Sapporo’s “すみれ,” opens for 3 days only

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000150503.html
- anchor: #n3134889
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社新横浜ラーメン博物館、ヤマダイ株式会社、ニュータッチ

新横浜ラーメン博物館 will hold “凄麺屋,” a 3-day-only event marking the 25th anniversary of “凄麺,” from October 10 to 12, 2026. Supervised by Susumu Muranaka, owner of Sapporo’s “すみれ,” it will offer 3 varieties—soy sauce, miso and black pepper soy sauce—made with non-fried noodles from ヤマダイ株式会社.

Facts:
- 3 days
- Oct. 10, 2026
- The 12th (Monday, public holiday)
- 25th anniversary
- 750 yen
- Adults: 450 yen
- 100 yen for elementary, junior high and high school students

## TripX launches “Tripbox Dynamic Pricing” for ryokans and hotels

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000164915.html
- anchor: #n3134888
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社トリップエックス、TripX、株式会社シーナッツ、楽天トラベル、じゃらんnet、ホテルおかだ

株式会社トリップエックス launched “Tripbox Dynamic Pricing” on October 1, 2026, as a new product under its AI platform “Tripbox” for ryokans and hotels. Based on demand forecasts, AI automatically adjusts discount rates and reflects them in OTA sales prices through integration with the site controller “TL-リンカーン.”

Facts:
- Available from October 1, 2026
- Revenue management for more than 40 facilities nationwide
- A plan with a base rate of 25,000 yen
- Within a range of 20,000 yen to 23,000 yen
- Fine-grained price changes in 100-yen increments

## 「和歌山を動かす、そのアイデアにアクセルを。」 和歌山市アクセラレーションプログラム「WACCELER（ワクセラ）」参加者募集を開始

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000178279.html
- anchor: #n3134887
- Companies mentioned: LETT株式会社、和歌山市、Key Site、紀陽銀行、ATOMica、HIRAC FUND、マネーフォワードグループ、Park Biz WAKAYAMA、BABY JOB株式会社、クオンタムリープベンチャーズ、株式会社Toride、株式会社ちゅうぎんキャピタルパートナーズ、Creww株式会社、大阪産業局、大阪イノベーションハブ、近江八幡市役所、IT会社

LETT株式会社 will begin accepting applications for 和歌山市’s “WACCELER (ワクセラ)” acceleration program on October 1, 2026. It will support early-stage entrepreneurs working to solve regional challenges such as population decline and the declining birthrate and aging population, and promote business growth through mentorship and courses. Approximately 5 participants are expected to be selected, and the application deadline is November 2, 2026.

Facts:
- The service launches on October 1, 2026
- Planned selections: approximately 5 people
- ※Application deadline: Monday, November 2, 2026
- Opened in March 2025
- Capacity: 20 (first come, first served)

## A cup of coffee, like a single flower on display.

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000081040.html
- anchor: #n3134886
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Muu、MuuCOFFEE

MuuCOFFEE, operated by 株式会社Muu, will launch its new product “Flower Coffee” on October 1, 2026. The product is made by infusing the aroma of edible flowers into green coffee beans before roasting. It will launch in 3 varieties—rose, jasmine and osmanthus—with the lineup set to change each season.

Facts:
- Oct. 1, 2026
- 3 types

## La Nuit parfum × BALLON launches Sept, a new magazine exploring the language of fragrance

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000086827.html
- anchor: #n3134885
- Companies mentioned: La Nuit parfum、BALLON、株式会社naught、伊勢丹新宿店、BALLONオンラインストア

Fragrance brands La Nuit parfum and BALLON will launch Sept, a new magazine exploring fragrance and culture, on October 7, 2026. The first issue’s theme is “Aphrodisiacs.” It will be distributed as a gift at an event at 伊勢丹新宿店 and sold online and in bookstores.

Facts:
- Oct. 7, 2026
- ¥15,555 or more, including tax
- First 100 attendees
- Price: ¥777 (tax included)

## “What did you look at to make that decision?”—Raising prices, hiring people, buying equipment: 539 small-business owners share how they make decisions

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000096926.html
- anchor: #n3134884
- Companies mentioned: Bottino株式会社、GMOリサーチ＆AI株式会社

Bottino株式会社 announced the results of a survey of 539 small-business owners. It found that while trial balances and financial statements are widely used to check business performance, they are not being used to make specific management decisions such as raising prices or hiring. To help address these challenges, the company has released a free tool that lets users run simulations using their own figures.

Facts:
- 73.1％
- 17.6％
- 18.6％
- 19.9％
- 33.4％
- 403 people
- 55.1％
- Monthly salary of ¥250,000
- 5％
- ¥5 million
- 1％
- First 10 companies
- 30 minutes

## HANÉKA hand and finger cream for climbers launches a limited-time fall campaign starting October 1

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000139200.html
- anchor: #n3134883
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Ebertallee、Amazon

株式会社Ebertallee will run a limited-time fall campaign for HANÉKA hand and finger cream for climbers from October 1 to October 13, 2026. It will be 20% off at the official online store and 15% off on Amazon. The company also plans to launch PARAROUTES, digital route content inspired by paraclimbing, in Japan in November.

Facts:
- 20% OFF
- Regular price: ¥3,850 (tax included)
- ¥3,080 (tax included), 20% off
- 15% OFF
- Regular price: ¥9,980 (tax included)
- Limited-time price: ¥8,980 (tax included)
- Net content: 50g
- 7つのルート

## 三共食品 spins off foodservice business, transferring it to new company “SANKYO FOODS”

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000156533.html
- anchor: #n3134882
- Companies mentioned: 三共食品株式会社、SANKYO FOODS株式会社、Salesforce

三共食品 will spin off its foodservice business through an absorption-type company split, transferring it to the new company SANKYO FOODS株式会社 starting October 1, 2026. Alongside the start of its 52nd business term, it aims to improve management efficiency and achieve ¥10 billion in sales.

Facts:
- Starting today, October 1, 2026
- ¥6 billion in sales
- Sales surpass ¥6.3 billion
- Achieve ¥10 billion in sales
- Capital: 10 million yen
- Capital: ¥44 million

## 女性医療クリニックLUNAがメディア「Women’s Times」を始動！第一弾「乳と子宮」シリーズを公開へ。女性の健康を、もっと身近に。

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000164029.html
- anchor: #n3134881
- Companies mentioned: 女性医療クリニックLUNA、女性医療クリニックLUNA横浜元町、国立がん研究センター、横浜市

女性医療クリニックLUNA has launched Women’s Times, a media platform providing information about women’s bodies and health, and has begun publishing its first feature, the “Breasts and Uterus” series.

Facts:
- About 1 in 8 people
- 〒231-0861
- 1-32

## Grand opening on 10/1: Enjoy wood-fired pizza and fresh ceviche at CHICAMA, a new all-day dining spot in Shibuya’s Maruyamacho

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000117815.html
- anchor: #n3134880
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社MOTHERS、VADE HOTEL SHIBUYA

CHICAMA, an all-day dining restaurant operated by 株式会社MOTHERS, grand opened on October 1 on the 1st floor of VADE HOTEL SHIBUYA in Maruyamacho, Shibuya. It serves wood-fired pizza and ceviche and is open from breakfast until late at night.

Facts:
- An energy-filled breakfast at 7 a.m.
- Seating: 88 seats (64 indoors, 24 on the terrace)

## A new fragrance ritual for a restful night’s sleep.—TENTIAL × TOMOKO SAITO AROMATIQUE STUDIO—

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000124457.html
- anchor: #n3134879
- Companies mentioned: TS Aromatique株式会社、TOMOKO SAITO AROMATIQUE STUDIO、TENTIAL、株式会社TENTIAL、ミヤビブランドコミュニケーションズ株式会社、翔泳社、BABジャパン出版、一般社団法人プラスアロマ協会

In collaboration with conditioning brand TENTIAL, TS Aromatique株式会社 will launch TENTIAL SLEEP AROMA, a special fragrance designed to help ease the transition to sleep, starting October 1, 2026.

Facts:
- Available starting Thursday, October 1, 2026
- Set of 3 blended essential oils
- Price: 15,950 yen (tax included)
- Set of 3 mists
- Price: ¥13,970 (tax included)
- For customers who purchase ¥40,000 (tax included) or more※
- Set of 3 aroma mists, 2 ml each

## Don’t put up with painful indigestion: Brand character DAIGO offers gentle support in the new TV commercial “Don’t Put Up With It,” airing nationwide from Sunday, October 4!

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000126761.html
- anchor: #n3134878
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社太田胃散、太田胃散A<錠剤>

株式会社太田胃散 announced that its new TV commercial, “Don’t Put Up With It,” featuring brand character DAIGO, will air nationwide starting October 4, 2026.

Facts:
- Oct. 4, 2026
- 15 seconds
- 30 seconds
- 4つの消化剤

## Will AI turn space utilization from “proof of concept” into “business”? SpaceLINK Conference 2027 set to explore innovation in space and on Earth

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000155075.html
- anchor: #n3134877
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SpaceBlast、株式会社DigitalBlast、スペースエントリー株式会社、JAXA、TENEDGE、enXross by TonkyoDome、FINOLAB

株式会社SpaceBlast will hold SpaceLINK Conference 2027 at TODA HALL & CONFERENCE TOKYO on February 8, 2027. The conference will focus on moving AI computing infrastructure into space, bringing together businesses and experts from the space industry and AI and data infrastructure sectors for discussion.

Facts:
- Monday, February 8, 2027
- 13:00～18:00

## Limited-time opening of the former Akaboshi Tetsuma residence and organ presentation on Sunday, October 25

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000162596.html
- anchor: #n3134876
- Companies mentioned: 武蔵野市、カトリック・ナミュール・ノートルダム修道女会

On October 25, 武蔵野市 will hold a limited-time public opening of the former Akaboshi Tetsuma residence, a nationally registered tangible cultural property, along with a performance and presentation of a stop organ donated to the city after about 50 years.

Facts:
- Sunday, October 25
- 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
- After about 50 years
- Completed in Showa 9
- Full-scale opening planned for fiscal year Reiwa 13

## New company name, 株式会社ニッテン, takes effect today; special website launched and newspaper ads published

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000164985.html
- anchor: #n3134875
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニッテン、北海道新聞、十勝毎日新聞

株式会社ニッテン changed its company name to 株式会社ニッテン effective October 1, 2026. In conjunction with the change, it launched a special website (the ニッテン brand site) and placed advertisements in 北海道新聞 and 十勝毎日新聞.

Facts:
- Effective October 1, 2026
- Since its founding in 1919
- More than 100 years of stable domestic sugar supply

## 株式会社ワカルク obtains certification to international information security management standard ISO/IEC 27001:2022

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000069332.html
- anchor: #n3134874
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ワカルク、GCERTI、GCERTI Co., Ltd.、IAS、International Accreditation Service

株式会社ワカルク, a provider of BPO services, obtained certification to the international information security management standard ISO/IEC 27001:2022 from certification body GCERTI, effective September 8, 2026.

Facts:
- Effective September 8, 2026
- Valid through September 7, 2029
- Established in 2021
- Established: September 23, 2020

## [Dream Flight Project Takes Off!] Tomomasu Beverage’s Original Hot-Air Balloon, “Tomomasu Swan,” Makes Its Debut!

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000086806.html
- anchor: #n3134873
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社友桝飲料、翔草(とぶくさ)

株式会社友桝飲料 announced the creation of its original hot-air balloon, “トモマス スワン号,” featuring its brand symbol, and signed a partnership agreement with the hot-air balloon team 翔草(とぶくさ). A launch event is planned for October 2026, followed by its debut at the Saga International Balloon Fiesta that autumn. A passenger experience project is also set to launch in winter 2027.

Facts:
- October 17 (Sat.)–18, 2026
- October 30 (Fri.)–November 3 (Tue., holiday), 2026
- Early morning around January–February 2027
- More than 1,000 products have been developed to date.

## Cuts labor hours for precast PC deck slab rebar design by up to 80%; 4 companies jointly develop automated BIM/CIM generation system

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000053635.html
- anchor: #n3134872
- Companies mentioned: オフィスケイワン株式会社、エム・エム ブリッジ株式会社、株式会社大林組、株式会社IHIインフラスクエア、宮地エンジニアリング株式会社、NEXCO

オフィスケイワン株式会社, together with エム・エムブリッジ株式会社, 株式会社大林組 and 株式会社IHIインフラスクエア, has developed an automated BIM/CIM generation system to streamline rebar design for precast PC deck slabs. Trial operation confirmed that the time required to prepare design drawings and calculate quantities can be reduced by up to 80%.

## Umios and Wah Kong launch strategic JV for pet food in Southeast Asia — 日本経営研究所（JCAI） serves as financial advisor on the transaction

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000067668.html
- anchor: #n3134871
- Companies mentioned: Umios株式会社、Wah Kong Corporation、Pet World International Sdn. Bhd.、PWI、日本経営研究所、JCAI、マルハニチロ株式会社

Umios株式会社 and Wah Kong Corporation have launched a strategic JV centered on Malaysia’s Pet World International (PWI). Umios will invest approximately 11.4 billion yen to acquire 51% of PWI, with JCAI serving as financial advisor.

Facts:
- Approximately 11.4 billion yen
- 51% stake
- Approximately 350 employees
- Consolidated sales of approximately 12.4 billion yen
- Operating profit of approximately 10 billion yen
- ROIC of approximately 18%

## [20th Anniversary] 医療法人敬愛会 launches campaign at 4 clinics in Nara, Osaka and Tokyo | 20-year journey and future outlook toward a beauty clinic where parents, children and grandchildren can feel at ease through cosmetic dermatology and aesthetic medicine

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000129184.html
- anchor: #n3134870
- Companies mentioned: 医療法人敬愛会、はもり皮フ科、YOSHIDA BEAUTY CLINIC、関西医科大学

医療法人敬愛会 will mark the 20th anniversary of its incorporation with a campaign at its 4 clinics in Nara, Osaka and Tokyo, as well as in Vancouver, Canada. As a featured offer, the clinic will provide plans for Miracle Thread or Tsuya-hada Scaffold at substantially discounted prices from the regular rates.

Facts:
- 20th anniversary of incorporation
- 4 clinics in Japan
- More than 25,000 cases
- More than 35 sessions in total
- 6 Miracle Threads
- Regular price: 264,000 yen
- Anniversary price: 110,000 yen

## 合同会社甲南キッチン launches hotel-focused IP-PBX “asagotta Phone,” with smartphone call reception, wake-up calls and more included as standard

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000146273.html
- anchor: #n3134869
- Companies mentioned: 合同会社甲南キッチン

合同会社甲南キッチン has launched “asagotta Phone,” an IP-PBX designed for hotels. Hotel operations features such as wake-up calls and multilingual voice guidance come as standard, and customers can choose a cloud or on-premises configuration.

## Verbex provides voice-dialogue AI platform for “paylight X” and “AIでんわ,” SCOグループ’s all-in-one platform for dental clinics

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000172103.html
- anchor: #n3134819
- Companies mentioned: Verbex株式会社、SCOグループ、株式会社東京商工リサーチ

Verbex will provide a voice-dialogue AI platform for “AIでんわ,” the call-handling feature of “paylight X,” SCOグループ’s platform for dental clinics.

Facts:
- Approximately 18,000 dental clinics nationwide
- AI answers patient calls 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
- 100 dental clinics in the first year
- Aims to deploy at 500 dental clinics in 3 years

## “L-Git,” SaaS for managing industrial robot programs, opens waiting list for advance registration today

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000053606.html
- anchor: #n3134818
- Companies mentioned: リンクウィズ株式会社、平岡ボデー株式会社、Bellsonica Auto Component India Private Limited、ファナック、安川電機

リンクウィズ株式会社 has opened advance registration for “L-Git,” SaaS for managing industrial robot programs, and plans to launch the service within fiscal 2026.

Facts:
- For 3 months from the official release
- 5 units (connected devices)
- Plans to launch within fiscal 2026
- 年に 1 回
- Hundreds of robots
- Established: March 2015

## Record 163 visitors attend on-site briefing for Osaka Memorial Park’s “Takeda-style Kofun Tomb”; all 5 sessions, including added slots, fully booked

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000171211.html
- anchor: #n3134817
- Companies mentioned: 大阪メモリアルパーク販売株式会社、株式会社前方後円墳、安藤忠雄建築研究所、厚生労働省

An on-site briefing for the “Takeda-style Kofun Tomb,” jointly developed by 大阪メモリアルパーク販売株式会社 and 株式会社前方後円墳, was held on September 5, 2026. A record 163 people attended, and all 5 sessions were fully booked. According to data from 厚生労働省, the number of grave relocations in fiscal Reiwa 6 reached a new high, and interest in the “Grave Closure Assistance Plan” is also strong.

Facts:
- 1日で過去最高となる163名の方にご来場いただきました
- The previous record was 150 people at the event held on May 16 this year
- The number of grave relocations nationwide in fiscal Reiwa 6 (fiscal 2024) was 176,105
- Relocation to a communal burial site (shared grave) is available for 300,000 yen for the first person
- For each additional person, the fee is 100,000 yen
- Approximately 80% of contracts are made during the customer’s lifetime
- The cumulative number of participants in on-site briefings surpassed 1,000 in July this year

## ソナス fully launches “next-generation mesh Wi-Fi®” to solve connectivity challenges at construction sites and elsewhere

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000038103.html
- anchor: #n3134816
- Companies mentioned: ソナス株式会社、ソナス、Wi-Fi Alliance

ソナス株式会社 announced expanded inventory and the full-scale launch of “next-generation mesh Wi-Fi®,” designed to solve connectivity challenges at construction sites and elsewhere.

Facts:
- About 1 kg
- November 2015
- Capital: 100 million yen

## 国土交通省 initiative begins: “Voluntary Declaration by Companies That Value Construction Workers (Craftspeople Thrive Declaration)”

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000102555.html
- anchor: #n3134815
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社日比谷アメニス、国土交通省、内閣府、中小企業庁、太陽スポーツ施設株式会社

株式会社日比谷アメニス began full-scale participation on October 1, 2026, in the “Voluntary Declaration by Companies That Value Construction Workers (Craftspeople Thrive Declaration),” promoted by 国土交通省. Group company 太陽スポーツ施設株式会社 has also adopted the declaration, and the group will promote better treatment for skilled workers and improvements to workplace environments.

Facts:
- Full-scale efforts begin on October 1, 2026
- Capital: 300 million yen
- Number of employees: 563 (as of April 2026)
- Established: 1971
- As of June 6, 2024

## [One of the biggest hair-styling battles ever* kicks off] KANTAN SERIES and ドン・キホーテ to hold “Styling Battle 2026” from October 1!

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000128579.html
- anchor: #n3134814
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NUVI、KANTAN SERIES、ドン・キホーテ

株式会社NUVI announced that its hair-styling brand KANTAN SERIES will host “Styling Battle 2026,” a hair-styling battle on social media supported by ドン・キホーテ, starting October 1, 2026.

Facts:
- Starting Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- Through Sunday, October 25
- All 4 categories
- 10 winners selected by lottery
- 30 winners by lottery
- “majica Gift Card” worth 10,000 yen
- Price: 1,980 yen (including tax)

## Turning sustainability into corporate value. SuMPO NEXT rolls out “SX Management Support Services”

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000141130.html
- anchor: #n3134813
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SuMPO NEXT、SuMPOグループ

株式会社SuMPO NEXT offers its “SX Management Support Service,” which connects corporate sustainability challenges to management and business transformation. Drawing on the use of data such as LCA and CFP and specialized expertise, it provides support in 5 steps, from diagnosing challenges to translating them into corporate value.

## Do the Most Popular Stores Rely Less on CTAs? A Survey of 1,078 Highly Rated Companies with Many Reviews Reveals the Reality of Web Customer Acquisition

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000142932.html
- anchor: #n3134812
- Companies mentioned: リブランディング株式会社、Google

リブランディング株式会社 analyzed the state of information on the official websites of 1,078 companies with high ratings and many reviews on Google Business Profile, finding that about 14.1% of companies lacked sufficient information.

Facts:
- 1,078 companies
- About 14.1%
- 13 items
- Star rating of 4.5 or higher
- 20 or more reviews

## “Chooseable Pay® 500 points” to be awarded to 1,122 winners in a drawing! “ビューティープロ LINE Receipt Campaign” launches 10/1!

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000159904.html
- anchor: #n3134811
- Companies mentioned: 日本ペットフード株式会社、ビューティープロ

日本ペットフード株式会社 launched a campaign on October 1, 2026, in which customers can enter a drawing to win “Chooseable Pay® 500 points,” with 1,122 winners, simply by sending a receipt for the purchase of the domestic premium food “ビューティープロ” via LINE.

Facts:
- Oct. 1, 2026

## Starring Kang Ha-neul and Ha Ji-won! An unknown actor’s once-in-a-lifetime gentle lie for his grandmother, who has little time left—an inspiring human drama, “Curtain Call”

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000024.000135726.html
- anchor: #n3134810
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TVQ九州放送、テレQ、TVQ九州放送、VictoryContentsCo.,Ltd.

株式会社TVQ九州放送 has decided to air the Korean drama “Curtain Call” starting October 8, 2026, every Monday through Friday at 9:30 a.m.

Facts:
- Oct. 8, 2026
- 9:30 a.m.
- The reward is 300 million won
- The period is 3 months
- A total of 2１ episodes

## Seiji Kawajiri receives the Medal with Dark Blue Ribbon

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000025.000133148.html
- anchor: #n3134809
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人KAWAJIRI FOUNDATION、内閣府、京都市、扶桑社

Seiji Kawajiri, founder of 公益財団法人KAWAJIRI FOUNDATION, received the Medal with Dark Blue Ribbon from 内閣府 in recognition of his contributions, including a 10 million yen donation to 京都市.

Facts:
- 10 million yen
- FY2024
- March 25, Reiwa 8

## Achieves a “smooth and springy” texture with 100% wheat flour: new udon flour “ZOO Series Tsuru no Hazusu” launches

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000026.000064557.html
- anchor: #n3134808
- Companies mentioned: 小田象製粉株式会社、小田象製粉

小田象製粉 has launched “ZOO Series Tsuru no Hazusu,” a new udon flour made using its proprietary particle-size control technology, to mark the 80th anniversary of its milling business.

Facts:
- Began preparations to launch its milling business in 1946
- In 1956, launched “宝象(たからぞう),” a medium-strength wheat flour for udon production
- Will mark 80 years in the milling business on April 1, 2026
- Then, on June 1
- Although made with 100% wheat flour
- To mark the 70th anniversary of 小田象製粉’s milling business
- Packaging: 25 kg

## 再春館システム and GlobalB form capital and business alliance

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000026.000080849.html
- anchor: #n3134807
- Companies mentioned: 再春館システム株式会社、GlobalB、株式会社GlobalB、LINE WORKS、kintone、サイボウズ株式会社、LINE WORKS株式会社

再春館システム株式会社 has formed a capital and business alliance with 株式会社GlobalB and invested in the company. To support the digitalization of on-site operations at mid-sized and small manufacturers, the two companies will combine GlobalB’s no-code app “LITONE” with 再春館システム’s development capabilities.

Facts:
- Capital: 48 million yen
- Employees: 156 (as of April 2026)
- Established February 26, 1985
- Established February 1, 2017
- We have supported business improvements at more than 100 companies

## Event Report: Sapporo’s streetcar turns into a “nighttime theme park”! “Streetcar Entertainment Club” promotion ends to great success, creating new opportunities for visitors to explore through entertainment onboard

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000026.000160465.html
- anchor: #n3134806
- Companies mentioned: 一般財団法人 札幌市交通事業振興公社、株式会社イースト・デイリー、怪談ライブBarスリラーナイト、moyuk SAPPORO、ノルベサ、もいわ山ロープウェイ、スリラーナイト、DACグループ

An event report on the “Streetcar Entertainment Club” promotion conducted by the 一般財団法人札幌市交通事業振興公社. Using LINE and influencers, it recorded more new registrations and views than its targets. The report also introduces the operation and support provided by 株式会社イースト・デイリー.

Facts:
- Monday, August 3, 2026
- Friday, Aug. 28, 2026
- Initial target (1,500 people)
- 1,956 people
- 130.4% of target
- 4 Hokkaido-based influencers
- Reach rate exceeded 90%
- More than 970,000 views in total
- 126 valid responses
- Regular users (27.0%)
- New users (12.7%)
- Posters inside streetcars (33.3%)
- Signage at stops (17.5%)

## Kitakyushu’s セントシティ to make its first full-scale use of its publicly accessible open space: “Curry & Autumn Sweets Marche” to be held October 10–12!

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000027.000105428.html
- anchor: #n3134805
- Companies mentioned: SAINTcity セントシティ、北九州都心開発株式会社、JLLリテールマネジメント株式会社、株式会社ブランニューウェーブ

The Kitakyushu commercial facility “SAINTcity セントシティ” will make its first use of its publicly accessible open space to host the “Curry & Autumn Sweets Marche” from October 10 to 12, 2026. The event is organized by 北九州都心開発株式会社 and planned and produced by JLLリテールマネジメント株式会社.

Facts:
- 3 days
- Around 8 shops

## 公益社団法人におい・かおり環境協会 to introduce computer-based testing (CBT) for the national Odor Judgment Specialist Examination

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000027.000147222.html
- anchor: #n3134804
- Companies mentioned: プロメトリック株式会社、公益社団法人におい・かおり環境協会

プロメトリック株式会社 announced that it will begin delivering the national Odor Judgment Specialist Examination administered by 公益社団法人におい・かおり環境協会 in a computer-based testing (CBT) format starting in fiscal 2026.

Facts:
- Starting in fiscal 2026
- There were 11,076 cases
- Equivalent to 75.7%
- 1,318 cities, wards, towns and villages have regulated areas under the Offensive Odor Control Law
- There are 3,248 holders of odor judgment specialist licenses
- Eligibility: 18 years or older
- Examination fee: 18,000 yen
- Registration period: October 1, 2026 (Thursday)–November 20 (Friday)
- Exam date: November 29, 2026 (Sunday)

## Ride the Tokyo Sakura Tram and photograph “a drink after a bath” at a public bath along the route. “Tokyo Sakura Tram Quest: A Post-Bath Drink—Public Bath Edition” starts October 1

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000028.000037035.html
- anchor: #n3133988
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ホーン、TripQuest、東京都交通局、東京都公衆浴場業生活衛生同業組合、雪印メグミルク株式会社、株式会社eiicon

株式会社ホーン, in collaboration with 東京都交通局 and 雪印メグミルク株式会社, will hold “Tokyo Sakura Tram Quest: A Post-Bath Drink—Public Bath Edition” from October 1, 2026, to January 31, 2027. Participants visit 17 public baths along the Toden Arakawa Line, take a photo with a post-bath drink, and post it to TripQuest to complete the mission-based event.

Facts:
- 17 public baths along the route are participating
- 100 winners selected by lottery
- 10 winners selected by lottery
- 10 winners selected by drawing each month

## 【株式会社TSON】Announces results for fiscal year ended June 2026: record-high sales of ¥6.498 billion, operating profit up 30.0%, ordinary profit up 36.9%

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000028.000055082.html
- anchor: #n3133987
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TSON、一般社団法人不動産特定共同事業者協議会、一般社団法人不動産クラウドファンディング協会、不動産テック協会

株式会社TSON announced full-year results for the fiscal year ended June 2026, recording record-high sales of ¥6.498 billion. Operating profit rose 30.0%, and ordinary profit rose 36.9%.

Facts:
- Sales: ¥6.498 billion
- Sales: ¥6,498 million
- Operating profit: ¥430 million
- Ordinary profit: ¥111 million
- 10 billion yen in sales

## 【A Really Good Breakfast Day】Meijiya to serve yogurt smoothies made with “Fruit Real Jam” at Kyobashi Edogrand on October 9

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000028.000105971.html
- anchor: #n3133986
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社明治屋、明治屋 京橋ストアー

株式会社明治屋 will hold an event at Kyobashi Edogrand on Oct. 9, 2026, to mark the 20th anniversary of the launch of “果実実感ジャム,” offering yogurt smoothies made with its new “果実実感＋PLUS SUPER FRUITSマンゴー＆パッションフルーツジャム” free to the first 300 visitors.

Facts:
- Oct. 9, 2026
- First 300 people
- For 115 years
- 20th anniversary of its launch

## 創業80周年を迎えるロマンス小杉、特別キャンペーンを開催！元宝塚歌劇団の鳳真由さん・飛龍つかささんが記念アンバサダーに就任

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000029.000086729.html
- anchor: #n3133985
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ロマンス小杉、ロマンス小杉、Amazon

Bedding maker 株式会社ロマンス小杉 has launched a special campaign to mark the 80th anniversary of its founding in 1946, with former Takarazuka Revue members Mayu Otori and Tsukasa Hiryu serving as ambassadors.

Facts:
- Founded in 1946
- A total of 80 winners
- Special Prize (3 winners)
- Romance Prize (7 winners)
- Thank You Prize (70 winners)
- Amazon gift card worth 1,000 yen
- Hokkaido-grown Yumepirika rice (2 kg)
- Research facilities in 2021

## Inage Seaside Park’s seaside restaurant and cafe [Kemigawa Beach Festa] to sell 1-day-only parfait featuring its original character on Oct. 18, 2026 (Sun.)

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000029.000122803.html
- anchor: #n3133984
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ディアーズ・ブレイン、株式会社ディアーズ・ブレインホールディングス、ザ・サーフ オーシャンテラス レストラン、ザ・サーフ オーシャンテラス カフェ＆デリ、検見川ビーチフェスタ実行委員会、千葉市緑政課、千葉海浜交通バス

The Surf Ocean Terrace, a facility in Inage Seaside Park operated by 株式会社ディアーズ・ブレイン, will sell a 1-day-only parfait featuring an original character in conjunction with the Kemigawa Beach Festa, to be held on Oct. 18, 2026.

Facts:
- Sunday, October 18, 2026
- 1,100 yen each (tax included)
- Operating 27 stores nationwide

## 【ICE × ジーエス・サイエンス】Sign strategic partnership agreement to accelerate “maximizing healthy life expectancy”; rare Hokkaido-born mineral Graphite Silica to set a new standard in the wellness market

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000029.000176708.html
- anchor: #n3133983
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ICE、ジーエス・サイエンス株式会社

株式会社ICE and ジーエス・サイエンス have signed a strategic partnership agreement and will develop new products for the wellness market using Graphite Silica, a rare mineral from Hokkaido.

## For the itchy bottoms of dogs and cats: Zpeer（ズピア）, an innovation leader in veterinary care, begins carrying Grandex, a “bottom care” supplement that has attracted attention in the United States

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000030.000032954.html
- anchor: #n3133982
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Zpeer、Zpeer、ズピア、Vetnique Labs, LLC

Zpeer（ズピア）, an innovation leader in veterinary care, has begun carrying グランデックス, a bottom-care supplement for dogs and cats that has attracted attention in the United States.

Facts:
- More than 60 million servings sold
- Earns a high satisfaction rating of 85.7%
- U.S. Patent No. 9,585,925
- No. 10,245,293

## 【銀座】「ラーメン GINZA TON BOX」新メニュー『油そば』を銀座本店限定で提供開始

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000030.000073150.html
- anchor: #n3133981
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社HITOSUKE、ラーメン GINZA TON BOX、ラーメン屋 トイ・ボックス

株式会社HITOSUKEは、「ラーメン GINZA TON BOX 銀座本店」にて、新メニュー『油そば』をディナータイムに1日20杯限定で提供開始した。

Facts:
- 1日20杯限定
- Abura soba: 1,000 yen (tax included)
- More than 600 franchised locations in Japan under the company’s own brands
- Won No. 1 overall for 4 consecutive years
- Featured in the Michelin Guide Tokyo for 12 consecutive years

## 【soel】A limited collaboration from Fukuoka that brings fragrance and color to everyday life. Launch of limited-edition items from soel × ハカタノビービー

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000030.000077081.html
- anchor: #n3133980
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Lohb、soel、ハカタノビービー、HOC

株式会社Lohb is launching limited collaboration items from its holistic beauty brand soel and ハカタノビービー, a Fukuoka-based banana bread specialty shop. soel FLAGSHIP STORE will run a gift campaign based on purchase amount, while ハカタノビービー will also sell a limited-edition set.

Facts:
- Purchases of 8,000 yen (tax included) or more
- Purchases of 12,000 yen (tax included) or more
- Price: 4,580 yen (tax included)
- Starting October 2 (Fri.)
- Online reservations: Oct. 1 (Thu.), 0:00–23:59

## From the start of divorce concerns through resolution: リコ活 relaunches with a new support system

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000030.000120182.html
- anchor: #n3133979
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社リライフテクノロジー、一般社団法人家事ADR・ODR調停人育成機構、FMTI、日本弁護士連合会

株式会社リライフテクノロジー will integrate リコ活 and リコ活調停 on Oct. 1, 2026, and launch a service that provides support from consultations on divorce and marital problems through to their resolution.

Facts:
- About 3,000 consultations
- 27.9% in 2010
- Reached 61.4% in 2024
- Oct. 1, 2026

## Recognized as a “Contact Center Customer Harassment Countermeasures Promotion Company” under the designation established by 一般社団法人日本コンタクトセンター協会

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000030.000147263.html
- anchor: #n3133978
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社テレコメディア、一般社団法人日本コンタクトセンター協会

株式会社テレコメディア has been recognized as a “Contact Center Customer Harassment Countermeasures Promotion Company,” a designation established by 一般社団法人日本コンタクトセンター協会.

Facts:
- A pledge covering 9 items
- Oct. 1, 2025

## MURO, a koji specialty brand, appoints fermentation expert Hideyuki Yamashita as chief science officer (CSO)

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000022992.html
- anchor: #n3133977
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コラゾン、株式会社樋口松之助商店、国立研究開発法人医薬基盤・健康・栄養研究所

株式会社コラゾン appointed fermentation expert Hideyuki Yamashita as chief science officer (CSO), effective Oct. 1, 2026, and established the research center MURO KOJI LABO in Shinjuku, Tokyo.

Facts:
- Effective Oct. 1, 2026
- Capital: 10 million yen

## 【旅っくす】2026 Newsletter New Subscriber Campaign

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000074259.html
- anchor: #n3133976
- Companies mentioned: T-LIFEホールディングス株式会社、旅っくす

From Oct. 1 to 31, 2026, T-LIFEホールディングス株式会社 will run a campaign offering discount coupons worth 500 yen to 1,000 yen, redeemable when booking domestic or international travel, to people who newly subscribe to the 旅っくす newsletter.

Facts:
- 500 yen
- 1,000 yen
- Oct. 1, 2026
- Oct. 31
- Nov. 15

## 【ジャヌ東京】A festive season to connect with forests, together with forest conservation organization more trees

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000132766.html
- anchor: #n3133975
- Companies mentioned: ジャヌ東京、more trees、アマングループ、ペリ・クラーク・アンド・パートナーズ、デニストン設計事務所

ジャヌ東京 has partnered with forest conservation organization more trees to offer special menus at Azabudai Hills for the 2026 festive season, inviting guests to feel connected to forests. Offerings including bûche de Noël and Christmas afternoon tea will launch, with a portion of sales donated to forest conservation activities.

Facts:
- Bûche de Noël, 15 cm, 8,800 yen (tax included)
- Christmas Tarte Tatin, 15 cm, 11,800 yen (tax included)
- Christmas shortcake, 15 cm, 9,800 yen (tax included)
- Maple stollen, 15 cm... Price: 3,800 yen (tax included)
- 都内ホテル最大級の面積を誇る約4,000㎡のウェルネス&スパ施設
- 122 guest rooms filled with natural light

## Nihon Carrier launches AquaForce 30XFZ air-cooled screw chiller for data centers

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000154091.html
- anchor: #n3133974
- Companies mentioned: 日本キヤリア株式会社、Carrier Global Corporation

日本キヤリア株式会社 has begun accepting orders for the AquaForce 30XFZ, an air-cooled screw chiller with enhanced energy efficiency, business continuity and flexibility, for the data center market amid the spread of generative AI and growing cloud demand.

Facts:
- Rapid recovery within 120 seconds after a power outage
- Can resume operation at 100% capacity within 120 seconds

## Rich nature in Kyoto Tamba and future lifestyles expressed through flowers and greenery: A look at the garden displays by companies, municipalities and other exhibitors brightening the venues of the 43rd National Urban Greenery Fair in Kyoto Tamba

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000165043.html
- anchor: #n3133973
- Companies mentioned: 第43回全国都市緑化フェアin京都丹波実行委員会、庭園舎 La Grace、花豊造園株式会社、一般社団法人 日本造園建設業協会 京都府支部、一般社団法人 京都造園建設業協会、公益財団法人都市緑化機構、亀岡市パークコモンズ、株式会社涼樹園、TEAM丹庭、一般社団法人ランドスケープコンサルタンツ協会、住友林業株式会社住宅本部京都支店、住友林業緑化株式会社、（一社）日本造園建設業協会、京都府立農芸高等学校、公益財団法人2027年国際園芸博覧会協会

The executive committee for the 43rd National Urban Greenery Fair in Kyoto Tamba has announced the award-winning entries in its garden exhibition contest and is showcasing gardens by companies, municipalities and other exhibitors.

Facts:
- 43rd
- 7 award-winning works
- All 26 municipalities
- All 12 pages
- About 8 million
- Population: 130,000

## 【10/15(木)・10/16(金)開催】ダイナトレック、日本最大の金融ITフェア「FIT2026（金融国際情報技術展）」に出展・登壇

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000032.000112394.html
- anchor: #n3133972
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ダイナトレック、千葉銀行、七十七銀行、日本金融通信社、ニッキン

株式会社ダイナトレック will exhibit at FIT2026, a financial IT fair held at Tokyo International Forum on Oct. 15 and 16, and speak at seminars co-hosted with 千葉銀行 and 七十七銀行.

Facts:
- Approximately 30 financial institutions across Japan
- Thursday, October 15, 2026
- Friday, October 16, 2026
- More than 75% of the top 20 banks by deposit volume

## An e-book by コルベットくにこ, “The Power of Hugs: Turning Parental Love into Strength — Embracing Them Tightly with Words,” ranked No. 1 in 8 Amazon categories

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000032.000131393.html
- anchor: #n3133971
- Companies mentioned: トキツカゼ出版株式会社、Amazon.co.jp、Corbett合同会社

An e-book by コルベットくにこ, “The Power of Hugs: Turning Parental Love into Strength — Embracing Them Tightly with Words,” published by トキツカゼ出版株式会社, ranked No. 1 in 8 categories on Amazon.co.jp.

Facts:
- Goes on sale September 25, 2026
- For 28 years
- 980 yen (tax included)

## 【HugMug’s first children’s clothing line】Made possible through a collaboration with ベルメゾンキッズ! Combining the comfort of everyday wear with irresistibly cute designs. A serious kids’ apparel collection, meticulously designed down to the last detail, with 6 items going on sale sequentially from 17:00 on Oct. 6

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000033.000007702.html
- anchor: #n3133970
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社FULMARK、HugMug、株式会社千趣会、ベルメゾンキッズ、GITA、LYKKE、ベルメゾンネット

株式会社FULMARK-operated media outlet HugMug and 株式会社千趣会’s mail-order business ベルメゾンキッズ are collaborating to launch 6 children’s clothing items starting Oct. 6, 2026.

Facts:
- All 6 items
- From Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026
- More than 300 parent-child snapshots annually
- 5,000 yen or more including tax
- Limited to 100 people

## Turning inspection data into “information you can use to improve” — Q-Smart, supporting quality improvement on manufacturing floors, officially launches

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000033.000046119.html
- anchor: #n3133969
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アダコテック、Adacotech Inc.

株式会社アダコテック officially launched Q-Smart, a cloud-based quality management platform that supports quality improvement on manufacturing floors, on Oct. 1, 2026.

Facts:
- Oct. 1, 2026
- From ¥50,000/month
- March 2012

## 【CHEERS × コクヨ】コクヨ’s new headquarters hosts SUMMER FES 2026, capping 3 months of onboarding

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000033.000103468.html
- anchor: #n3133968
- Companies mentioned: CHEERS株式会社、コクヨ株式会社、KOKUYO HQ

CHEERS株式会社 supported コクヨ株式会社 with planning, design and operations for its in-house family event, SUMMER FES 2026, held at its new headquarters, KOKUYO HQ, on Aug. 1, 2026. A total of 894 participants attended, and new connections formed within the company as the culmination of its onboarding initiatives.

Facts:
- 894 people
- 22 exhibitor booths
- Average: 4.7
- Average: 4.8
- 39.8％
- 89.5％

## Automatically detect exterior wall defects; applications open for trial version of INKARA

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000033.000140724.html
- anchor: #n3133967
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コンステック、地方独立行政法人北海道立総合研究機構北方建築総合研究所

株式会社コンステック will begin accepting applications for a trial version of INKARA, a visual inspection support system that uses AI to automatically detect cracks, exposed reinforcing bars and other defects from exterior wall photos, on Oct. 1, 2026. The trial will be available free of charge through Mar. 31, 2027.

Facts:
- Oct. 1, 2026
- 1 month
- March 31, 2027

## 【New OPI product】Refresh the nail colors you already own. Introducing Glaze Toppers, a collection of topping colors that transform your look with just one coat. Available first on the e-commerce site from Oct. 1, 2026

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000034.000088531.html
- anchor: #n3133966
- Companies mentioned: ウエラジャパン合同会社、OPI、Amazon

ウエラジャパン合同会社 will launch Glaze Toppers, a collection of topping colors that add shine and translucence when layered over your existing nail polish, first on its e-commerce site from Oct. 1, 2026, with a general release planned for February 2027. Available in 6 shades.

Facts:
- 6 colors in total
- Starting in February 2027
- Volume: 15 mL each
- Suggested retail price: 2,420 yen
- Up to 11 days

## RayNeo X3 Pro smart glasses see growing interest in corporate applications

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000034.000090434.html
- anchor: #n3133965
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社シルバーアイ、AWS、Amazon Web Services、株式会社inSane、株式会社ムクイル、株式会社リベロエンジニア、エピソテック株式会社

株式会社シルバーアイ announced that its AI/AR smart glasses, RayNeo X3 Pro, which went on sale in Japan in December 2025, are undergoing evaluation and testing for business use across a wide range of fields, including manufacturing, logistics and healthcare. The company works with businesses including AWS, inSane, ムクイル, リベロエンジニア and エピソテック to provide support for corporate clients.

## 【ヤマハ発動機 × きたもっく】Ride through 234ha of company-owned forest and help shape the next forest. Dig&Ride, a “二度上山林業作業道” MTB tour where work and play go round, comes to 北軽井沢!

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000035.000034750.html
- anchor: #n3133964
- Companies mentioned: 有限会社きたもっく、ヤマハ発動機株式会社、ヤマハ発動機

有限会社きたもっく and ヤマハ発動機 are collaborating to hold the Dig&Ride MTB tour in November 2026 in 二度上山, a company-owned forest in 北軽井沢.

Facts:
- Friday, Nov. 20, 2026
- 22 (Sun.)
- Capacity: 20 people per date
- Adults: ¥19,500
- Children (junior high school students and younger): ¥11,000

## IoT-EX株式会社 changes its trade name to BIZMOBILE株式会社, refreshes its corporate logo and announces steps to strengthen its business and lead the MDM industry

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000035.000049175.html
- anchor: #n3133963
- Companies mentioned: IoT-EX株式会社、BIZMOBILE株式会社、BIZMOBILE Inc.

IoT-EX株式会社 will change its trade name to BIZMOBILE株式会社 effective Oct. 1, 2026, and refresh its corporate logo. With its flagship cloud-based MDM service, BizMobile Go!, at its core, the company aims to lead the MDM industry and strengthen its business.

Facts:
- Oct. 1, 2026
- 8,500 companies
- 1.3 million devices
- 2010
- April 1, 2009

## トラック王国 to exhibit at “Minna no Truck Fest 2026 in OSAKA,” showcasing a handpicked selection of custom trucks from 7 locations nationwide

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000035.000080713.html
- anchor: #n3133962
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社トラックオーコク、トラック王国、みんなのトラックフェス実行委員会、株式会社ヨシノ自動車、KCV-PARAT、株式会社川崎、株式会社KWD、SenoPro Trucks株式会社、EU TRAILERS

株式会社トラックオーコク will exhibit at “Minna no Truck Fest 2026 in OSAKA,” taking place in Izumiotsu, Osaka Prefecture, on Oct. 10 and 11, 2026, and showcase a total of 7 custom trucks selected from 7 locations nationwide.

Facts:
- Saturday, October 10, 2026
- Sunday, the 11th
- A total of 7 custom trucks
- ¥30,000 worth of gift certificates
- 122 vehicles exhibited
- 857 general visitors
- 1,000 yen (tax included)
- Approximately 500,000 per month

## 【Tokyo, Oct. 15 | Free to attend】株式会社ウィルビー and 株式会社エヌエフエー to co-host “AI Interview Results Report: 100 Candidates”

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000036.000027962.html
- anchor: #n3133961
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ウィルビー、株式会社エヌエフエー、株式会社FLATBOYS

株式会社ウィルビー will hold a seminar, “AI Interview Results Report: 100 Candidates,” on Oct. 15, 2026, sharing results from the adoption of the AI interview feature in its hiring workload reduction service, ヒトシルベ. The seminar will feature a discussion and case studies on the effects of adoption by エヌエフエー and AI interview technology provided by FLATBOYS.

Facts:
- Interview results for approximately 100 candidates
- To be held Thursday, October 15, 2026
- Capacity: approximately 100 people

## Matchmaking agency サンマリエ launches its 7th Professional Matchmaker Contest to hone support expertise; entries open in September

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000036.000057405.html
- anchor: #n3133960
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社サンマリエ、IBJグループ

Matchmaking agency サンマリエ will open entries in September 2026 for the 7th Professional Matchmaker Contest, which will be held in November of the same year to enhance counselors’ expertise.

Facts:
- 7th
- September 2026
- Nov. 2026
- For more than 45 years

## A hands-on food education and manufacturing experience for parents and children. Juice factory and fruit sorting facility, normally closed to visitors, open for a special tour | 伊藤農園 to hold a one-day Open Factory on Oct. 17

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000036.000059860.html
- anchor: #n3133959
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社伊藤農園、Amazon Pay

株式会社伊藤農園 will hold an Open Factory on Oct. 17, 2026, opening its juice pressing factory and fruit sorting facility in Arida, Wakayama Prefecture, to visitors. The event will give parents and children an opportunity to learn about food education and manufacturing through hands-on experience with the processing and sorting of mandarins.

Facts:
- Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026
- 9:30 a.m.
- 1:30 p.m.
- Capacity of 20 people per session
- The experience is expected to take approximately 2.5–3 hours
- 100% pure juice
- 1人2,000円
- 700g of carefully selected mandarins
- Founded: 1897
- Incorporated: 2009

## A complete guide to your 2027 fortune and manifestation techniques! Popular fortune teller Love Me Do’s latest book, “Love Me Do’s Lunar Astrology 2027: Guided by the Moon and the Dragon,” goes on sale today!

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000036.000125303.html
- anchor: #n3133958
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ブティック社、Amazon、楽天ブックス

株式会社ブティック社 has released popular fortune teller Love Me Do’s latest book, “Love Me Do’s Lunar Astrology 2027: Guided by the Moon and the Dragon.” Using moon signs and guardian dragons, rather than sun signs, the book explores fortunes for 2027 and the essence of the heart. It is priced at ¥1,980 and has 208 pages.

Facts:
- 2027
- 208 pages
- 1,980 yen (tax included)

## 【EO Osaka】Selected to plan and lead an official session at “GSE2026,” a startup festival attracting attention from Japan and abroad!

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000037.000108870.html
- anchor: #n3133957
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人 EO ALL KANSAI、EO Osaka、EO（Entrepreneurs' Organization）、マイクロ波化学株式会社、大阪大学、NEC、さくらインターネット株式会社

EO Osaka will plan and lead an official session at the startup festival “GSE2026.” The theme is the global expansion of Deep Tech originating in Japan, with representatives from Microwave Chemical, 大阪大学, NEC and Sakura Internet taking the stage.

Facts:
- With approximately 180 entrepreneurs
- More than 220 chapters in 76 countries worldwide
- With more than 18,000 entrepreneurs participating
- Companies with annual sales of US$1 million or more
- Date: October 06, 2026

## 【Limited production】Oaxaca mezcal “ロペス・レアル” launches “Pechuga Limited Edition: Day of the Dead Edition,” inspired by the Day of the Dead

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000037.000133288.html
- anchor: #n3133956
- Companies mentioned: ジェイドックス株式会社、López Real、ロペス・レアル、RIDE/天王洲キャナルガーデン、Amazon、楽天市場

ジェイドックス株式会社 has launched a limited-edition pechuga, “ロペス・レアル Pechuga Limited Edition: Day of the Dead Edition,” themed around the Day of the Dead, from López Real, a craft mezcal brand in Oaxaca, Mexico.

Facts:
- Mid-Oct. 2026
- Oct. 18
- Alcohol content: 50 degrees
- Volume: 750ml

## ReU launches a special 20th-anniversary plan connecting aesthetic medicine and home care at all 4 clinics in 敬愛会グループ

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000038.000137276.html
- anchor: #n3133955
- Companies mentioned: ReU株式会社、医療法人敬愛会、敬愛会グループ、ジーシックス株式会社

ReU株式会社 is partnering with 医療法人敬愛会, which will celebrate its 20th anniversary in October 2026, to begin selling ReU products on “Lesage,” an online shopping site operated by ジーシックス株式会社, a company within 敬愛会グループ, and to offer a special plan at all 4 clinics in Tokyo, Osaka and Nara.

Facts:
- 20th anniversary
- All 4 clinics
- ¥44,000
- 25% concentration
- 20,300 yen

## First in the Hokuriku area! Multi-function lockers “Multi Cube” to be installed at YKK AP ARENA, opening 10/1

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000038.000152882.html
- anchor: #n3133954
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社JR東日本スマートロジスティクス、富山グラウジーズ、JR東日本、YKK AP、株式会社デンソーウェーブ

株式会社JR東日本スマートロジスティクス will install Multi Cube multi-function lockers at YKK AP ARENA, the new home venue of 富山グラウジーズ, opening on October 1, 2026. This is the first deployment in the Hokuriku area and at an arena, with a goal of installing 2,000 units nationwide by the end of fiscal 2030.

Facts:
- Oct. 1, 2026
- 2,000 units
- By the end of fiscal 2030
- 500 yen
- 600 yen
- 800 yen
- 1,149 units
- 381 stations and locations

## For new Famipay Pay Later registrants only! Campaign offers rewards worth up to 2,000 yen based on purchases at FamilyMart

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000039.000059521.html
- anchor: #n3133953
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファミマデジタルワン、Google LLC.、Apple Inc.、Apple Japan合同会社

株式会社ファミマデジタルワン will run a campaign starting October 1, 2026, exclusively for new registrants of “Famipay Pay Later,” awarding points worth up to 2,000 yen based on the amount spent at FamilyMart.

Facts:
- Rewards worth up to 2,000 yen
- Starting Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- Worth 300 yen
- Worth 1,000 yen
- Equivalent to 2,000 yen

## Notice of exhibiting at FIT2026 | 株式会社Athena Technologies

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000039.000141002.html
- anchor: #n3133952
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Athena Technologies、日本金融通信社、ニッキン、NVIDIA

株式会社Athena Technologies will exhibit at “FIT2026,” held at Tokyo International Forum on October 15–16, 2026, showcasing its latest AI solutions, including DX solutions, support for NVIDIA DGX Spark implementation, Athena Platform, Athena Works and Athena Firewall.

Facts:
- October 15 (Thursday)–16 (Friday), 2026
- Booth number: EA137

## Hokkaido’s Kitahiroshima City joins “Famima Furusato Tax”! Login campaign begins October 1

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000040.000059521.html
- anchor: #n3133951
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファミマデジタルワン、ファミリーマート、ファミペイ

株式会社ファミマデジタルワン announced that Hokkaido’s Kitahiroshima City will join “Famima Furusato Tax” on October 1, 2026, and begin accepting donations. It will also run a campaign for people who log in on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays each month from that date.

Facts:
- Starting at 10 a.m. on October 1, 2026
- Welcomes more than 4.5 million visitors annually
- 50 winners selected by lottery
- Famima points worth 1,000 yen
- The odds of winning will be 3 times higher

## Kuromi × “蔵出し味噌 麺場 田所商店” collaboration announced! Limited-time sale of collaboration ramen with exclusive goods from October 5. A bowl transformed with Kuromi’s favorite “らっきょう” pickled scallions and black sesame.

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000040.000171465.html
- anchor: #n3133950
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社トライ・インターナショナル、株式会社サンリオ、蔵出し味噌 麺場 田所商店

株式会社トライ・インターナショナル will offer the “Kuromi Limited-Edition Goods Collaboration Set” for a limited time starting October 5, 2026, in collaboration with Sanrio character Kuromi.

Facts:
- 2,420 yen (tax included)
- October 5, 2026
- Nov. 30
- 3 types in total

## Notice of approval for listing on the Nagoya Stock Exchange Next Market

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000041.000075939.html
- anchor: #n3133949
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社LTV-X、株式会社名古屋証券取引所

株式会社LTV-X received approval on September 30, 2026, to list on the Nagoya Stock Exchange Next Market, with listing scheduled for November 5, 2026.

Facts:
- Sept. 30, 2026
- Nov. 5, 2026
- 100 SaaS

## 【ロイヤル コペンハーゲン】ロイヤル コペンハーゲン 新丸ビル店 オープン１周年を記念した特別企画を開催

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000041.000093521.html
- anchor: #n3133948
- Companies mentioned: フィスカース ジャパン株式会社、ロイヤル コペンハーゲン、ビング オー グレンダール

フィスカース ジャパン株式会社は、ロイヤル コペンハーゲン 新丸ビル店のオープン1周年を記念し、2026年10月1日から特別キャンペーンを開催する。限定アイテムの販売、Bespokeサービス、最高峰コレクションの特別展示などが予定されている。

Facts:
- 1st anniversary of opening
- Starting Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- Opened in 2025
- At its founding in 1775
- For more than 250 years
- Approximately 3,000 plant varieties

## “プチプチ株式会社” launches today, turning a beloved product name into a corporate brand

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000042.000076277.html
- anchor: #n3133947
- Companies mentioned: プチプチ株式会社、川上産業株式会社

川上産業株式会社 will change its name to “プチプチ株式会社” effective October 1, 2026, integrating the brand value of its air-cushion packaging into its corporate brand and stepping up efforts to realize a resource-circulating society.

Facts:
- From Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- For the first time in its 58-year history
- Officially registered as a trademark in 1994
- From 44% in fiscal 2008
- Improved to 98% in fiscal 2025
- From 20t in 2023
- Expanded to 198t in 2025
- From 20 units in 2021
- Increased to 404 units in 2025

## Classiq, Israel Natural Gas Lines and IonQ advance research toward quantum optimization of natural gas networks

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000043.000101286.html
- anchor: #n3133946
- Companies mentioned: Classiq、Israel Natural Gas Lines Ltd.、INGL、IonQ

Classiq, Israel Natural Gas Lines (INGL) and IonQ announced a joint study on optimizing natural gas transportation networks, achieving results consistent with classical computing on the IonQ Forte-1 quantum computer.

Facts:
- September 23, 2026
- 2003

## DELTA launches support to reduce LLM costs for products, providing end-to-end assistance from cost visibility by feature to practical implementation of reductions

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000043.000108676.html
- anchor: #n3133945
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社DELTA、株式会社BOX、株式会社ジモティー、株式会社カケハシ、富士キメラ総研、Stanford HAI、ICONIQ、Amazon (Bedrock)、Anthropic、OpenAI、Microsoft (Azure OpenAI Service)、Google (Gemini Enterprise Agent Platform / Vertex AI)

株式会社DELTA launched its “LLM Cost Reduction” service on October 1, 2026, for companies incorporating LLMs into their own services. It provides end-to-end support, from visualizing costs by feature to implementing reductions, on a performance-based fee model. At 株式会社BOX, an early adopter, LLM costs for the meeting-summary feature were reduced by approximately 90%.

Facts:
- The domestic cloud API service market for LLMs/SLMs (small language models) is expected to reach 35.7 billion yen in fiscal 2025 (155.9% of the previous fiscal year).
- 155.9% of the previous fiscal year
- The market is forecast to expand to 130 billion yen by fiscal 2029 (5.7 times the fiscal 2024 level).
- 5.7 times the fiscal 2024 level
- The inference cost of models with performance equivalent to GPT-3.5 fell to 1/280 or less in about 18 months.
- As of 2025, AI products had an average gross margin of just 45%.
- We reduced the cost of the same LLM functionality by about 90% compared with before the measures were implemented.
- For 1,528 interview summaries,
- there were only 37 original transcripts.
- The same transcripts had been summarized again up to 94 times.
- We have assessed cloud costs for more than 200 companies.
- At 株式会社ジモティー, about 2 million yen per month
- At 株式会社カケハシ, infrastructure costs were reduced by about 550,000 yen per month (about 21%).
- As a guideline, API expenses of at least 200,000 yen per month
- Capital: 5,000,000 yen

## [Event] 2026 New Collection Preview / DISCOVER〈ROMEO〉An opportunity to discover writing instruments that make “writing time” more refined

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000043.000112605.html
- anchor: #n3133944
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社伊東屋、ROMEO、伊東屋

株式会社伊東屋 will hold a ROMEO writing instrument experience event at its Ginza main store starting October 8, 2026, featuring an advance preview of the new collection and advance sales of limited editions.

Facts:
- October 8 (Thu.)–October 11 (Sun.), 2026
- Participation fee: 3,300 yen (tax included)
- Up to 5 people per session
- ROMEO No.3 Desk Pen Limited Edition “Tanger” and “Nile,” 24,200 yen each (tax included)
- 20 each

## Supporting household budgets this autumn amid continued rising prices! A wide range of amazing deals at “more than 90% OFF,” with the Dream market grand anniversary sale at 39 stores nationwide

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000043.000128474.html
- anchor: #n3133943
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Trust、Dream market

株式会社Trustは、物価高が続く中、アウトレットストア「Dream market」全国39店舗にて10月と11月に大創業祭を開催し、最大90％OFFの商品を展開する。

Facts:
- Up to 90% off
- 39 locations nationwide
- More than 3,000 items
- 5% OFF
- Purchases of 1,100 yen or more, tax included

## [Second Report] Let’s bring children with medical care needs and children with disabilities to the movies! The AYA inclusive screening of “Crayon Shin-chan” drew 3,270 people across 24 venues nationwide!

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000044.000116240.html
- anchor: #n3133942
- Companies mentioned: 特定非営利活動法人AYA、認定NPO法人AYA、東宝株式会社

認定NPO法人AYA held inclusive movie screenings for children with medical care needs or disabilities and their families on September 6 and 13, 2026, drawing a total of 3,270 people across 24 venues nationwide.

Facts:
- 24 venues nationwide
- Drew 3,270 people
- Sunday, September 6, 2026
- 13 (Sun.)

## Chuo System’s cloud attendance management system RecoRu(レコル) announces the release of its HR and labor management option

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000044.000133941.html
- anchor: #n3133941
- Companies mentioned: 中央システム株式会社、RecoRu、レコル

中央システム株式会社 announced that it will release a new “HR and Labor Management Option” for its cloud attendance management system RecoRu(レコル) in February 2027.

Facts:
- More than 5,500 customers
- We are pleased to announce that it will be released in February 2027.
- Available for 300 yen per person per month
- 初期費用、導入・サポート費用はいずれも0円です
- Small and medium-sized businesses with fewer than 100 employees

## 【天下一品】創業55周年！10月1日は毎年恒例の「天下一品祭り」がスタート！さらに55周年の公式アンバサダーに人気芸人の「くっきー！」さんが就任！

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000044.000152950.html
- anchor: #n3133940
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社天一食品商事、天下一品、野性爆弾、App Store、Google Play

天下一品 will hold its 55th anniversary “Tenkaippin Festival” starting October 1, and comedian くっきー！ has been named its official ambassador.

Facts:
- 55th anniversary of founding
- A cumulative total of 194 locations across the group
- For 1 month, from October 1 (Thu.) to October 31 (Sat.)
- The company will mark the milestone of its 55th anniversary on November 10, 2026 (Tue.).
- Distribution of coupons for 1 free bowl of ramen
- Jigsaw puzzle (101 pieces)
- [Participation prize] 50-yen discount voucher

## Corporate and university group overseas travel insurance plans “t@biho Corporate Package” and “t@biho School Package” to go on sale October 1

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000045.000039844.html
- anchor: #n3133939
- Companies mentioned: ジェイアイ傷害火災保険株式会社、損害保険料率算出機構

ジェイアイ傷害火災保険株式会社 will begin selling new group overseas travel insurance plans for companies and universities, “t@biho Corporate Package” and “t@biho School Package,” as well as the “vist@” management system, starting October 1, 2026.

Facts:
- Sales begin on Oct. 1, 2026
- Applies to policies with coverage starting on or after January 1, 2027.
- In fiscal 2025, the figure reached “1 in 22 people (4.5%).”
- This represents an increase of about 3.5 times over the past 30 years.
- There was also a case in which the payout amounted to 64.15 million yen.
- 損害保険料率算出機構, in June 2026
- announced an average increase of 40.3%.
- In its medium-term management plan, the company set out its vision for 2028.

## [High School Trainee Showcase] “RHF / Risshisha High School Fitness Body Contest 2026 Winter Competition” to determine the new generation’s top performer＜立志舎 SUKI-1 GRAND PRIX®︎ RHF＞

- Published: 2026-10-01T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000045.000109076.html
- anchor: #n3133938
- Companies mentioned: 学校法人立志舎、株式会社APF、株式会社トリプルエス、マルマン株式会社、株式会社VOLIX

学校法人立志舎 has announced the “RHF / Risshisha High School Fitness Body Contest 2026 Winter Competition.” The event will be held in 2 regions, eastern and western Japan, and is positioned as a rookie competition limited to current 1st- and 2nd-year high school students.

Facts:
- 2026 winter competition
- Eastern Japan competition: 70 participants
- Western Japan competition: 100 participants
- Capacity: 300 people at each venue
- More than 1,500 high school students in total
- 381 competitors
- 1,603 supporters