https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.htmlOne 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.en https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133937https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133937Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ディー・オー・エス’s cloud-based IT asset management tool “SS1 Cloud” has launched API integration with マネーフォワードｉ株式会社’s business operating system for corporate IT departments, “Money Forward Admina.” This enables centralized management of device and SaaS information, making IT assets easier to visualize and improving operational efficiency. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133936https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133936Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人JFTD花キューピット will begin selling the 2027 edition of its “JFTD Flower Calendar” on October 1, 2026. The calendar’s theme is “The charm of flowers ～A riot of colors～,” and it features original designs photographed through a nationwide network of about 4,000 member shops. It is available in 3 types—B3, mini and desktop—as well as in a set. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133935https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133935Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESキタノ商事は、2026年10月1日より公式Instagramで「コーヒーと世界のビスケットキャンペーン」を開催し、イギリスのミラーズ、イタリアのベリー、オランダのデラウテルのビスケット5種セットを50名様にプレゼントする。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133934https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133934Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES霧島酒造株式会社 will hold 「霧島秋まつり2026」 on Oct. 31 and Nov. 1, 2026, at 「焼酎の里 霧島ファクトリーガーデン」 in Miyakonojo, Miyazaki Prefecture. The event attracts around 30,000 visitors annually, with around 80 food and drink vendors from across Kyushu, and will feature sales of Kirishima shochu and KIRISHIMA BEER, factory tours, and events commemorating the 110th anniversary of the company's founding. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133933https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133933Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社2WINS, an AI startup originating from the University of Tokyo, has appointed Yutaka Matsuo, a professor at the University of Tokyo Graduate School of Engineering, as its technical advisor. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133932https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133932Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ミツトヨ absorbed and merged with 3 group companies (株式会社共生, 株式会社エコーワールド and 株式会社広興産), launching 「株式会社ミツトヨビジネスパートナーズ」, which provides shared services, effective Oct. 1, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133931https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133931Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ワン・ステップ announced that it will rename its air-powered flood protection product 「エアブロック」 to 「マッハ止水板」 starting Oct. 1, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133930https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133930Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESAroma brand BALLON and fragrance brand La Nuit parfum are collaborating to launch Sept, a new magazine themed around fragrance and culture, on Oct. 7, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133929https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133929Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES『里幸膳』, created by a restaurant directly operated by Kirishima Shuzo, will be featured in the “Game-Day Meal” menu book for Game 4 of the 39th Ryuo Championship best-of-seven series, to be held in November 2026, and will be available for a limited time at the restaurant. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133928https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133928Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社コラントッテ has signed an advisory agreement with professional women’s golfer Hikaru Yoshimoto. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133927https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133927Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESOn Oct. 22, 2026, 長野県, 新潟県, 山梨県 and 静岡県 will hold a “Universal Tourism Seminar” at 下諏訪総合文化センター, with lectures and case studies on creating an environment where everyone can travel with peace of mind. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133926https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133926Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESシー・システム株式会社 has launched its “Stress Check Administration Support Service,” which handles administrative and operational tasks for stress-check providers, including health screening facilities. The service aims to ease the operational burden resulting from the mandate for workplaces with fewer than 50 employees, effective April 2028. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133925https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133925Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES麹Style株式会社 and 一般社団法人日本麹クリエイター協会 announced that, on Oct. 10, the “Koji Creator Course” had surpassed 1000 cohorts, with more than 1,400 participants in total. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133924https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133924Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社東栄は、TVアニメ『涼宮ハルヒの憂鬱』20周年を記念し、フルトンジャパン公式通販で特別限定生産のアニバーサリークロノグラフを発表した。各モデル（涼宮ハルヒ／長門有希）2006点、価格29,700円（税込）。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133923https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133923Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社岩谷技研 opened a Tokyo branch office in Minato, Tokyo, effective Oct. 1, 2026, to strengthen its sales and business development operations in the greater Tokyo area. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133922https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133922Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES長野県 will hold the “Kaoru NAGANO Fair” at 銀座NAGANO from Oct. 8 to 25, 2026, selling essential oils derived from the prefecture’s forest resources and related products. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133921https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133921Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ギークプラス has begun handling the next-generation Tote-to-Person climbing AMR solution RoboShuttle Hyper in Japan. The product was developed for high-volume operations such as BtoC e-commerce and cold chains, delivering high-density storage in a limited footprint and throughput of up to 6,000 cases per hour. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133920https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133920Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ニップン will run a campaign starting Oct. 1, 2026, featuring 3 O'my Macaroni products with Pokémon-design packaging and giving away Pokémon goods to 850 winners selected by lottery. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133919https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133919Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe special edition of Castle EXPO in Kumamoto 2026 will be held at Kumamoto Castle Hall on Oct. 3 and 4, 2026, with plans for a collaboration with 刀剣乱舞ONLINE, an exhibition supporting recovery from the Kumamoto earthquake, and prestigious talks. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133918https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133918Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESヒルトン沖縄北谷リゾート will hold events under the theme “A Star-Filled Silence, Sparkling in the Deep Sea” from Nov. 7 to Dec. 26, 2026. Plans include special restaurant menus, a Christmas tree, and an opera performance. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133917https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133917Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Tokel announced that it will extend through Oct. 31, 2026, the application period for its free offering program for businesses and organizations, launched to mark the 6th anniversary of the luxury bath additive Chapon. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133916https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133916Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESFlower beds supervised by world-renowned garden designer Kazuyuki Ishihara have been completed at Harazuru Onsen Waterfront Plaza in Asakura, 福岡県, and a lighting ceremony was held. The project is part of 福岡県's initiative to promote its “Beautiful Community Development Through Flowers” model regions. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133915https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133915Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESフェザー安全剃刀株式会社 will launch its new Haircut Monster Easy Haircut Razor on Oct. 1, 2026, and will start a campaign on the same day on its official Instagram account, giving the product to 50 winners. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133914https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133914Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESRenxa株式会社 began offering Smart Guard, a monthly membership service combining ad blocking, device support, and benefits, on Oct. 1. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133913https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133913Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Leafeaは、七十七銀行の100％出資子会社である七十七ヒューマンデザインと提携し、10月1日より地域密着型福利厚生サービス「77FUKURI」の取扱いを開始した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133912https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133912Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESコムデザイン's cloud CTI “CT-e1/SaaS” and レブコム's call analytics AI “MiiTel Phone” have begun real-time integration. Streaming audio during calls in increments of approximately 1 second enables instant transcription, sentiment analysis, and detection of customer harassment. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133911https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133911Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社第一住建ホールディングス announced that it will continue its affiliation contract with figure skater Kazuki Tomono for the 2026-2027 season. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133910https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133910Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESJewelry brand asta Iris from As-meエステール株式会社 will launch 2 new jacket-part styles on October 1, available exclusively at 50 stores. The items let customers customize their necklaces. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133909https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133909Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESScalebase株式会社’s revenue management system Scalebase and payment system Scalebase ペイメント have been adopted by AI solutions developer and provider 株式会社PKSHA Technology. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133908https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133908Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人日本男性看護師會 spoke as a presenter at the “日本認定看護管理者会, created by us” session at the 30th 日本看護管理学会 academic conference, held on August 22, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133907https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133907Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社日本農業 will absorb its subsidiary 日本農業土木 to consolidate and streamline its operations. The merger will take effect on October 1, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133906https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133906Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社オージオ will launch 『メルムード ハイドロチェンジトリートメント』 on October 1, 2026, an advanced water treatment designed to repair hair damage. Its unique formula transforms from a liquid into a cream and contains repair ingredients. To mark the launch, the company will hold a giveaway campaign on Instagram. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133905https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133905Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社まほろば工房 and 株式会社PHONE APPLI will begin offering a solution to address customer harassment on October 1, 2026, integrating “PHONE APPLI PEOPLE” with “MAHO-PBX.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133904https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133904Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESインフォメティス announced that it has added eligible equipment to Chugoku Electric Power’s equipment-control demand response service “ぐっとずっと。エコタイムシフト” and launched a campaign for new applications on October 1, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133903https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133903Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESKen Matsushita, president and representative director of 株式会社オプティマインド, will speak at the Logistics National Convention 2026, hosted by 公益社団法人日本ロジスティクスシステム協会 (JILS), on October 6, 2026. He will discuss how to select and use AI technology appropriately in logistics. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133902https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133902Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES桂新堂株式会社は、2026年10月1日よりえびせんべい『炙り焼き』の人気No.1を決める『炙り焼き総選挙2026』を開催し、9種類のエントリー商品や限定詰合せ品の販売、SNSキャンペーンを実施する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133901https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133901Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社サリバテック will run a special campaign for its saliva-based cancer risk test “サリバチェッカー®” from October 1 to 31, 2026, in conjunction with Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133900https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133900Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ハチバンは、サンヨー食品と提携し、北陸のソウルフード「８番らーめん」監修のカップ麺「野菜らーめん 味噌」を4年ぶりに復活販売する。ローソンおよび同社全店で数量限定で展開され、太さ・食感を刷新したちぢれ太麺や液体味噌の追加などが特徴。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133765https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133765Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES“クロススポーツパーク in ららぽーと富士見,” hosted by 株式会社MoveX, will take place on October 17 and 18, 2026, featuring free experiences in 5 sports, including parkour, as well as performances. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133764https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133764Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESAccording to an awareness survey conducted by 株式会社HATARABA of 450 office workers and 450 people responsible for office management in Tokyo, there is a gap between workers and managers in the factors they prioritize in an office and the challenges they perceive. Workers prioritized “location” and “ease of working,” and 33.3% said they had no issues, compared with just 13.1% of managers. Both groups cited a shortage of seats and meeting rooms as common challenges. While office conditions were rarely the deciding factor in joining a company, workers who perceived problems tended to show stronger intentions to leave. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133763https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133763Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社MoveX will hold “クロススポーツパーク,” an urban sports hands-on event, simultaneously at 2 venues—the ミスターマックス湘南藤沢ショッピングセンター and 湘南モールフィル—on Oct. 10 and 11, 2026. The event will feature 7 disciplines: skateboarding, BMX, inline skating, parkour, double dutch, street dance and finger skateboarding. Visitors can watch professional performances and try the sports themselves. Cumulative attendance has exceeded 150,000. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133762https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133762Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES公益社団法人全国調理師養成施設協会 will launch the 42nd Gourmet Pick Regional Competition on Oct. 10, 2026, starting in the Tohoku region, with events held across 7 regions nationwide. Participants are not limited to students in their graduating year, and the national competition will be held in Toshima Ward, Tokyo, on Feb. 19, 2027. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133761https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133761Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社リセ has launched “Legal Research,” a new feature for its AI contract review service “LeCHECK” that supports the entire process, including the work before and after research. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133760https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133760Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社メモリードグループ will begin accepting bookings on Oct. 1, 2026, for “Tomioka Silk Mill Wedding,” ceremonies held at the World Heritage site 富岡製糸場. As a commemorative campaign, the company will give 10 couples wedding ceremony fees, attire and other gifts. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133759https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133759Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ペイルド has been adopted as the system platform for corporate cards for “NP Kakebarai” members, offered by 株式会社ネットプロテクションズ in partnership with JCB社. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133758https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133758Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES認定NPO法人Learning for All will launch a free short-stay service in Amagasaki, Hyogo Prefecture, for young people from junior high and high school age through age 20, starting Oct. 2, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133757https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133757Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社日本経営は、AIレセプト業務支援SaaS「Reze」を提供する株式会社mutexへ第三者割当増資による出資を実施した。両社は医療DXと経営支援のノウハウを連携させ、医療現場の人手不足解消と経営基盤強化を目指す。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133756https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133756Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESブラウンフォーマンジャパン株式会社 will begin selling Jack Daniel’s long-aged whiskey “Jack Daniel’s 10 Years Old (Batch5)” in limited quantities to food and beverage establishments in major cities nationwide from Oct. 1, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133755https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133755Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES国土交通省は、令和8年度の整備管理者選任前・選任後研修のオンライン講習を2026年10月1日より実施する。受講申込は各運輸局等の案内を確認の上、指定ページから行う。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133754https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133754Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESMILANO｜GRILL, the specialty restaurant at ハイアット リージェンシー 横浜, will host a one-day-only winemaker's lunch on Nov. 7, 2026, in collaboration with Bordeaux-based wine company バロン・フィリップ・ド・ロスチャイルド. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133753https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133753Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ユニヴァ・ジャイロン changed its name to 株式会社ジャイロン effective Oct. 1, 2026, integrating its corporate name with the Gyro-n service brand. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133752https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133752Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESQuantum biotechnology company 株式会社クォンタムフラワーズ＆フーズ (QFF) will exhibit at the ASIA-PACIFIC AGRI-FOOD INNOVATION SUMMIT, one of Asia's largest agri-food tech exhibitions, taking place in Singapore from Oct. 27–29, 2026. With support from a Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries program, it will showcase its “Neutron Beam Speedy Breeding®” technology at the Japan Pavilion, and Dr. May Sweet will give a presentation on Oct. 28. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133751https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133751Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社エンリッション and Shiga University will open “Shiru Cafe Shiga University (Hikone) Store,” a career-support cafe exclusively for students, at the Hikone Campus, and hold an opening ceremony on Oct. 13, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133750https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133750Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社白寿生科学研究所 will relocate and reopen Hakuju Plaza Tachiba Store, a hands-on showroom for the Helstron electrical potential therapy device, in Izumi Ward, Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, on Oct. 5, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133749https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133749Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社白寿生科学研究所 will open its Omori location of Hakuju Plaza, a hands-on showroom where visitors can try the Helstron electrical potential therapy device for free, in Ota Ward, Tokyo, on Oct. 5, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133748https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133748Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社コドモン announced that 2 early childhood education centers in Kotohira, Kagawa Prefecture, will adopt its CoDMON childcare ICT service starting Oct. 1, 2026. This brings the total number of contracted municipalities in Kagawa Prefecture to 7, while the service is used in 760 municipalities nationwide. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133747https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133747Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESFuji Speedway Hotel, owned by Toyota Fudosan and operated by ハイアット, earned “1 Michelin Key” for the 2nd consecutive year in the 2026 MICHELIN Key Hotel Selection. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133746https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133746Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社タイカ launched “Alpha Plana Nurse,” a urethane foam product designed to combine pressure redistribution during surgery with cost performance, on Oct. 1, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133745https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133745Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ハリオ商事 will launch the “Tea & Coffee Maker Mug Greige Plus” exclusively through the HARIO official online store to mark Coffee Day on Oct. 1, 2026. The mug adds a sliding insulated lid to the existing model with a strainer and will sell for ¥3,300. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133744https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133744Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESCoupa released its 2026 Total Spend Management Benchmark Report, showing that structuring intake processes can help reduce the rate of manually processed invoices and improve financial efficiency. It also noted that while data silos across ERPs pose a challenge, using AI through an integrated platform can improve profit margins. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133743https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133743Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESa2network株式会社 analyzed purchase data for ベリーeSIM® and examined trends in how people choose mobile plans for overseas travel according to their destination and length of stay. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133742https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133742Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社こむぎの has completed a ¥360 million funding round through a third-party allotment of shares to multiple investors, including 西武しんきんキャピタル and ひびしんキャピタル. The funding will strengthen its management foundation in preparation for an IPO and support the growth of its group brands. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133741https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133741Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ビジコム marked its 40th anniversary by announcing an “unlock strategy” that does not lock customers in through contracts or systems, but instead wins their choice through the value of its products and services. It said it will keep the basic BCPOS subscription fee unchanged for 28 years and continue its “10-year discount” program, which cuts the fee in half after 10 years. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133740https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133740Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESEAGLYS株式会社 announced that it will launch API integration on October 7, 2026, between its AI experiment data platform “ALCHEMISTA Labs” and データケミカル株式会社’s AI cloud service “Datachemical LAB.” This will enable seamless data analysis without transferring files. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133739https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133739Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESAvePoint Japan株式会社 announced that Asahi Kasei has adopted its “AvePoint Cloud Governance” Microsoft 365 operations management solution and “AvePoint Cloud Backup” backup system. Automating Teams team creation requests has reduced the response time to the same day and cut operational workload by about 7 person-days per month. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133738https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133738Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESau Asset Management will appoint Atsushi Kyoya as director and CCO effective October 1, 2026, and Takashi Kawai will step down as director and CCO. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133737https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133737Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESLEEEP, a customer experience enhancement platform provided by 株式会社REGALI, has been adopted by the official online store of the outdoor brand MILLET, operated by ミレー・マウンテン・グループ・ジャパン株式会社. In conjunction with the move to Shopify, its UGC feature using Instagram posts will help shoppers select products. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133736https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133736Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESテアトルアカデミー will hold auditions for travel reporter roles, open exclusively to women aged 18 and older. The grand prize winner will appear in a feature for the travel culture magazine TRANSIT, and applications open on October 1, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133735https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133735Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社オーレック will begin selling the new “RCSP700” radio-controlled mower in September 2026, designed to handle steep slopes of up to 45 degrees. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133734https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133734Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アズーム has renewed its DX consulting services and website, expanding its scope to provide one-stop, hands-on support from the planning stage through operations and maintenance. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133733https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133733Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESナチュラルスマイルピザ, operated by 有限会社ナチュラルスマイル, announced its TOP3 sellers at the Nakayama main store for summer 2026 (June–August) and said it will feature popular products in its autumn campaign. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133732https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133732Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESテアトルアカデミー is holding auditions for a narrator for BS12’s new program “The Allure of Curry.” The grand prize winner will appear as a regular cast member, and applications open on October 1, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133731https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133731Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESバウンダリ行政書士法人 and 石川エナジーリサーチ have entered into a business partnership to strengthen support for using subsidies when introducing drones. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133730https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133730Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES公益財団法人としま未来文化財団は、Echika池袋ギャラリーにて「豊島区美術家協会作品展」を開催しており、10月29日まで展示されている。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133729https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133729Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社明光キャリアパートナーズ has been selected by 群馬県 to deliver the FY Reiwa 8 Japanese-language training program for technical intern trainees and others in the care sector. It will provide free hybrid Japanese-language training for foreign workers employed at care facilities in 群馬県. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133728https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133728Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社BeBlock has launched its own cosmetics brand, “Froffy,” and will release an all-in-one shampoo on October 1, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133727https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133727Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社東急ストア will sell フジパン’s “Anko Tappuri Shiawase Anpan” exclusively at Tokyu Store starting October 1. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133726https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133726Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESMitsubishi UFJ Factor has begun integrating its services, including Pay-easy, with the billing management platform “ビルコレ.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133725https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133725Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社テアトルアカデミー is opening applications for “Baby Model General Election 2027,” for babies aged 0–2 across Japan, drawing on its track record of launching the careers of Suzuki Fuku and Izumiya Sena. Applications will be accepted from October 1 to December 31, 2026, and the grand prize winner is guaranteed an appearance in a magazine and on a website. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133724https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133724Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Life Reversal Gaming. will participate as a member of the organizing committee for “eスポGOMI in Shibuya・AI VILLAGE,” to be held at AI VILLAGE in Shibuya on November 28, 2026. The event, organized by 株式会社ヒトミー, combines esports and litter collection to promote environmental conservation. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133723https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133723Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アインファーマシーズ will release “Aromatic Hand & Nail,” a hand cream from the アユーラ brand that offers total care for hands and nails, in limited quantities starting October 1, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133722https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133722Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESアユーラ, operated by 株式会社アインファーマシーズ, will update its brand starting October 1, 2026, to mark its 30th anniversary, adopting “Thinking about people, naturally.” as its new tagline. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133721https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133721Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES恋愛占い診断, a relationship advice web media outlet operated by 株式会社サイトクリエーション, surveyed 100 women about how they respond when they feel their boyfriend is cheap. The results showed that 41% hint at it, 26% put up with it, 19% distance themselves, and 14% tell him directly. Notably, of the 19 respondents who said they “distance themselves without saying anything,” 47.4% (9 people) had experienced losing interest or breaking up. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133720https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133720Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社グレイスグループ has been awarded a contract by Sagamihara City, Kanagawa Prefecture, for its “Preconception Care Support Program and Related Services.” Starting today, it will provide information and support for residents through online consultations and the launch of a dedicated website. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133719https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133719Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社モンドリアン announced that it will participate as a co-host of “MCA for Kids 2026,” a 3D contest organized by 一般社団法人学びラボ. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133718https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133718Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES“Namegata Baked Sweet Potato Market,” produced by sweet potato ambassador Amaya, will be held on October 3 and 4, Reiwa 8, at a venue next to the “Namegata Autumn Festival” in Namegata City. The city, known as one of Japan’s leading sweet potato-producing areas, will host local businesses and famous baked sweet potato shops, where visitors can enjoy comparing different varieties. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133717https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133717Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アクアリーフ has launched “shirubee Guide,” a web service that lets users view multilingual information on their smartphones via QR codes at stores and facilities. The service starts with a Free plan costing 0 yen per month and uses automatic translation of Japanese text to display information in multiple languages, including English, Chinese, and Korean. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133716https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133716Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES行方市 has jointly developed a new dessert, “Ibaraki Namegata Sweet Potato and Salt Mascarpone,” with 青木フルーツ株式会社, using 紅優甘, a brand from JAなめがたしおさい. It will be sold for a limited time at all 19 フルーツピークス stores from October 1 to November 30. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133715https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133715Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社BLUEISH conducted a proof-of-concept (PoC) of its autonomous AI agent “BLUEISH Agents” at 西日本鉄道, assessing improvements in operational efficiency and organizational adoption over approximately 3 months. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133714https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133714Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESAt “ラスカ平塚,” the JR Hiratsuka Station building operated by 株式会社JR横浜湘南シティクリエイト, 4 stores will open or reopen in November 2026. On the 3rd floor, リンツ ショコラ ブティック and イッツデモ will open, while on the 5th floor, ローカルインディア and らーめん石狩 will open or reopen. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133713https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133713Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社バルカー will begin airing a new TV commercial for its equipment inspection platform “MONiPLAT” on October 1. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133712https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133712Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社DigitalBlast will participate as a co-host of “SpaceLINK Conference 2027,” a space industry conference organized by 株式会社SpaceBlast. The event will be held on February 8, 2027, at TODA HALL & CONFERENCE TOKYO, with discussions on implementing AI computing infrastructure in space and the outlook for the space business. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133711https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133711Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMEScircus株式会社は、株式会社ELNOAHの株式を取得し、2026年10月1日付で完全子会社化すると発表した。両社はHR領域における顧客基盤と採用支援ノウハウを融合させ、新規事業の立ち上げや事業拡大を目指す。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133710https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133710Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社エスユーエス has strengthened its provision of “AI-driven organizational transformation support services,” which support the creation of business results through AI adoption and help organizations become self-sufficient. It will provide on-site support from an expert team working alongside front-line staff and develop a knowledge accumulation platform, while supporting client companies’ transformation into AI-driven organizations through the training of 300 FDEs. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133709https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133709Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESメゾン マルジェラ フレグランス will launch “トーキョー メモリーズ,” the brand’s first Tokyo-exclusive eau de parfum, on October 1, 2026. The price is 31,900 yen (100mL). https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133708https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133708Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES“パズルSEVENTEEN,” a mobile puzzle game developed by HYBE subsidiary DRIMAGE, will receive a new update on October 1. New features include the launch of the “みんなでSVT食堂” event, the addition of a special box based on the song “_WORLD,” and events celebrating members’ birthdays. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133707https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133707Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社内田洋行ITソリューションズ will hold an online seminar starting October 15 on preparing for the SCS assessment system, which is scheduled to begin at the end of fiscal 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133706https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133706Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社RC will open 買いクル静岡葵店 in Aoi Ward, 静岡市, on October 1, 2026, as a new location for its 買いクル mobile purchasing service. The store will serve Aoi Ward, the largest administrative district by area among ordinance-designated cities, and offer in-home appraisals. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133705https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133705Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESアクサルタ・コーティング・システムズ has announced “REDEFINED” as the 2027 Global Automotive Color of the Year. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133704https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p16.html#n3133704Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社田谷 will reopen 美容室TAYA Motoyawata store after renovations on October 1, 2026. The company is advancing a brand renewal to mark its 60th anniversary, and the Motoyawata store, with a 38-year history, will be rebranded.