https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.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-p9.html#n3133517https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133517Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ファインシード began selling LINE stickers “BLove Characters (mostly BLove members),” featuring official characters from the BL novel and manga posting site “BLove,” on Oct. 1, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133516https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133516Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESLinux Professional Institute (LPI) has published free Japanese-language study materials for “Security Essentials v1.0,” an introductory IT security certification. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133515https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133515Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA press conference for “FactorISM 2026 -A Festival of Culture by the Next Generation-” was held on Oct. 6, announcing that the event would take place from Oct. 22 to 25, 2026, as an open-factory project involving 107 companies across 18 cities and towns nationwide, mainly in the Kansai region. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133514https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133514Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESOlu., a wholly owned subsidiary of FuRyu, will celebrate its 5th anniversary in October 2026. Nagisa Saito has been appointed brand muse for the 2nd consecutive year, and the 2026 AW collection themed “Bitter Sweet Grace” will be unveiled. POPUP stores will also be held in Umeda and Shinjuku, along with a trading card giveaway campaign. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133513https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133513Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESアクサ損害保険が実施した「47都道府県 ドライバー県民性調査2026」の結果を発表。自家用車の1ヶ月のガソリン代平均は8,348円で、宮城県が最も高く10,203円だった。また、任意保険料や駐車場代の都道府県別順位や、ヒヤリハットの経験、地域特有のカーライフあるあるなどが報告された。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133477https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133477Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社木村商店 launched the 4th installment of “WA Collection,” a new collection from the Swiss-origin, clasp-free earring brand “Baqless,” on Oct. 1, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133476https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133476Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES神奈川大学と横浜ファンカンパニーが共同運営するホップ栽培プロジェクトの2026年度オリジナルクラフトビール2種が、10月1日より横浜市内で数量限定販売される。醸造はREVO BREWING、ラベルデザインは株式会社セルワールディングが担当。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133475https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133475Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe upcycled candle “Relow Candle®,” produced and sold by 株式会社ティア, has been awarded a one-star rating in “Sustainable Selection 2026.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133474https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133474Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESエイチ・エス損害保険株式会社 will run a campaign from Oct. 1 through 31, 2026, for “Tabitomo” policyholders, offering a ¥1,000 digital gift to 300 winners selected by lottery. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133473https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133473Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES相模ゴム工業株式会社 has revamped the owned media on its corporate website and launched “Fanris,” a new web publication exploring and resolving relationship-related “anxiety, dissatisfaction and inconvenience,” on Oct. 1, 2026. 株式会社ultim8 is responsible for content production, with young female employees sharing their perspectives in their own words. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133472https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133472Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社コアモバイル’s regional currency platform “EcoPla” has been adopted for 株式会社電通総研’s urban OS platform “CIVILIOS Super App” and will be used in Beppu City, Oita Prefecture’s official app “Beppu-ri.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133471https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133471Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社BEYOND AGE delivered training at a generative AI seminar hosted by 公益財団法人ひろしま産業振興機構 on Sept. 18, 2026; all 10 participants said they were satisfied. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133470https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133470Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ジーバー announced that it will open “なかがわ 街仲食堂 by ジーバーFOOD,” a restaurant centered on seniors, in Nakagawa Ward, Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, on Oct. 10, 2026. Its partner company is アイデアルケア株式会社, and it has begun fundraising through crowdfunding platform CAMPFIRE. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133469https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133469Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESCenturyUU株式会社 has released a character quiz for the browser game “KOF98 IF,” available from Oct. 1, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133468https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133468Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESコミックナタリー, operated by 株式会社ナターシャ, announced the “Tate-yomi Manga Award 2027,” which will select vertical-reading manga through user voting. It opened a special website and began accepting nominations on Oct. 1. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133467https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133467Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社マイクロニティ announced that it will launch a new feature for its Government Cloud FinOps tool “srest” on Oct. 1, 2026, enabling users to analyze cloud costs through conversations with AI. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133466https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133466Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ドクターケイ will join 森美術館’s “MAMC Gold” corporate membership program from Oct. 1, 2026, as part of efforts to foster employees’ sensibilities and creativity. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133465https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133465Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社スポルアップ has updated “prompt-jukebox,” a Japanese-language prompt dictionary for the AI music-generation service SUNO, releasing 15 pages that explain “◯◯-like sounds” using statistics, 301 artist-specific pages, and an era-classification feature covering 75 artists. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133464https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133464Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Korean revenge drama “The First Man,” distributed by NBCユニバーサル・エンターテイメントジャパン, will begin exclusive early streaming on U-NEXT on Oct. 1, 2026, with DVD rentals starting Nov. 11 that year. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133463https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133463Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Chinese drama “A Love Like Fireworks,” distributed by NBCユニバーサル・エンターテイメントジャパン, will begin exclusive early streaming on U-NEXT on Oct. 1, 2026, with DVD rentals starting Dec. 2. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133462https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133462Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人日本エステティック工業会 will hold an industry association and business seminar on the “Small and Medium-Sized Business Labor-Saving Investment Subsidy (Catalog Type)” at ビューティーワールド 大阪, taking place at インテックス大阪 from Oct. 19, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133461https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133461Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社FID will launch “AdFraud Shield,” a bot protection service for web advertising, on Oct. 1, 2026. The service integrates bot detection with exclusion links to major advertising platforms, helping make effective use of ad budgets and improve operational efficiency. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133460https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133460Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Qoncept has signed a partnership agreement with 公益財団法人日本バドミントン協会（BAJ） as a “Judging System Partner.” The organizations will work to expand the introduction of REFLEX at domestic tournaments, including the S/J League and the All Japan Badminton Championships, and jointly develop image-processing technology to automate judging. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133459https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133459Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESRE100電力株式会社 will recruit sales agents nationwide for its grid-scale battery storage system “J-BESS” from Oct. 1, 2026, with participation limited to 10 companies. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133458https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133458Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe “Minakami Mirai Marche 2026” was held on Sept. 19 and 20, 2026, in the Minakami Onsen district of みなかみ町, Gunma Prefecture, attracting about 3,300 visitors. The event used underutilized spaces around town as a walk-through market and featured initiatives including electric bus service, a one-way traffic social experiment and tours of abandoned buildings, with the aim of informing future town development. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133457https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133457Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社最中屋 overhauled its corporate and product websites and launched them on October 1, 2026. The new sites reorganize product access points, including ハカルト and ミタスト, consolidate the request process for 10 types of product materials, and improve accessibility. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133456https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133456Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPAUL & JOE BEAUTE, a brand operated by 株式会社アルビオン, will launch its new serum primer, 「ラトゥー エクラ プライマー」, containing approximately 90% serum, on November 1. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133455https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133455Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社最中屋 began accepting applications for early adoption of ミタスト, its AI-assisted care plan creation system, by long-term care health facilities on October 1, 2026. A pilot program confirmed results including an approximately 53% reduction in monitoring time. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133454https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133454Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社最中屋 began offering ハカルト Business Diagnostic Report, a report supporting business process improvements based on measured data, on October 1, 2026, as an option for the ハカルト time-study app. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133453https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133453Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES公益財団法人日本バドミントン協会 and 株式会社Qoncept have signed a partnership agreement, with 株式会社Qoncept serving as a judging system partner, and introduced 「REFLEX」 starting in fiscal 2025. They will work together to promote its adoption at domestic tournaments and develop automated judging. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133452https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133452Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社カナリー launched 「カナリークラウド AIコンバーター」 in October 2026 as a new product in its real estate Vertical AI/SaaS 「カナリークラウド」 series. The tool uses AI to assist with property listing submissions and updates. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133451https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133451Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人ラフェスタエンターテイメント has signed a basic partnership agreement with NOCK WOOD株式会社, which will provide DOROSCRUB for the 2026-27 season. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133450https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133450Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESNicolai Bergmann will unveil a Halloween installation featuring pumpkins and other elements against the backdrop of 赤坂プリンス クラシックハウス, in keeping with the theme of 「THE ART OF AUTUMN 2026」. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133449https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133449Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES『LINE：ディズニー ツムツム』, operated by LINEヤフー株式会社, will feature limited-time set Tsums from 『ティムバートン ナイトメアー・ビフォア・クリスマス』 in October 2026, alongside related events and campaigns. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133448https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133448Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSBギフト株式会社は、創立20周年を記念し2026年10月1日より「20周年 大感謝祭」を開催する。第1弾ではセブンプレミアムお茶を1万人に、第2弾ではポチッとギフトやドトールQUOカードPayなどを合計2千人にプレゼントする。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133447https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133447Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社早川書房 will offer the e-book edition of 『超知能AIをつくれば人類は絶滅する』, by Eliezer Yudkowsky and Nate Soares, translated by Yuko Sakurai, for 99 yen (tax included), down from its regular price of 2,640 yen (tax included), for 3 days only, from October 2 (Friday) to 4 (Sunday), 2026. As reports of AI running amok continue to emerge, the publisher aims to bring this warning from a leading AI safety researcher, which became a U.S. bestseller when the original was published, to a wide readership. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133446https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133446Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESイー・エム・デザイン株式会社, which operates the jewelry brand 「e.m.」, will hold 「e.m.LAB"Nuit Étrange"」, a limited-time event featuring jewelry with mysterious motifs, at e.m.WEBSHOP, its Nagoya store, and its Fukuoka Iwataya store in October 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133445https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133445Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESエックスモバイル launched 「見直しの秋 ギガ得キャンペーン」 on October 1, 2026, offering limited-time discounted rates on its Green Plan 3GB and 20GB plans. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133444https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133444Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESGENI, the educational toy brand of 株式会社エド・インター, has launched “Sakura,” a new color of its Japan-made play kitchen designed to blend into home interiors. Online presales will begin on October 30, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133443https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133443Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTo mark the October 1 launch of its new “My Milk Candy” TV commercial, ノーベル製菓 is holding a campaign asking participants to guess which celebrity appears for just a few seconds. A selection of those who answer correctly will win an assorted set of products in a drawing. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133442https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133442Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES比較ビズ, operated by 株式会社ワンズマインド, surveyed 442 office workers about which female celebrity they would like to put in charge of their company’s social media. Yuki Amami ranked first, Haruka Ayase second, and Mio Imada third. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133441https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133441Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社グッドバトン has released its annual report, “Goodbaton Report 2026,” for its 9th fiscal year (July 2025–June 2026). The report says its Teote sick-child care service has been adopted by 429 providers and 46 municipalities nationwide, while Teote postpartum care has expanded to 170 providers. In its 10th fiscal year, the company plans to develop a new business that connects the entire field of maternal and child health through an underlying platform. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133440https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133440Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社フラグスポート, the Japanese general distributor of the Italian bedding brand マニフレックス, will hold a nationwide campaign from October 10 to November 8, 2026, to mark the 1st anniversary of professional volleyball player Yuki Ishikawa’s appointment as brand adviser. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133439https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133439Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESボルクバレット北九州 will host its F.League Round 14 home game against 湘南ベルマーレフットサルクラブ at Kitakyushu General Gymnasium on October 3, 2026. The team will hold a “Ward Residents Appreciation Day,” offering free admission to residents of Wakamatsu Ward, and plans to stage U-18 and soccer school curtain-raiser and postgame matches, as well as cheerleading performances. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133438https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133438Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESシーオス株式会社 released a new white paper in September 2026 titled “How to modernize systems so operations do not revert after launch.” It explains how structural deficiencies cause frontline staff to reject newly introduced core systems, how to define requirements using generative AI, and the pitfalls of the AI era and criteria for selecting a partner. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133437https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133437Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人賃貸不動産経営管理士協議会 will begin accepting applications on October 1, 令和8年, for the first renewal course since the 賃貸不動産経営管理士 qualification became a national qualification. Approximately 60,000 people are eligible, and the fee is 16,500 yen (tax included). https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133436https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133436Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESCAGUUU株式会社 exhibited at “Gadget Exhibition 2026 Autumn,” held at Futako-Tamagawa Tsutaya Electrics. Its offerings included trying out and comparing seats from the AXISU series, an exhibit of the Kraft Paper series, and an advance hands-on experience of a new mattress developed in collaboration with RingConn. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133435https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133435Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アイアップ will release a product featuring Sanrio character Hello Kitty in early November 2026 as the 1st entry in “VARIARTS mini,” a blind-box version of its “VARIARTS” artistic collectible soft vinyl figure series. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133434https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133434Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社パムとオリックス自動車は、支笏湖の森林保全を目的とした「支笏湖の森づくり大作戦2026」キャンペーンを2026年10月1日から開始する。パムの旅行予約サイト「たびらい」経由でオリックスレンタカーのハイブリッドカープランを予約すると、料金の1％が一般社団法人かのあに寄付される。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133433https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133433Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESNOT A HOTEL株式会社 announced that “MASU,” designed by Wonderwall®︎’s Masamichi Katayama, will open on October 1, 2026, at NOT A HOTEL KITAKARUIZAWA in the Kitakaruizawa area. The adjacent all-day dining restaurant “GRASS VALLEY” will also open that day. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133432https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133432Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES日本マルチペイメントネットワーク推進協議会は、2026年10月にサービス開始25周年を迎える「ペイジー」を記念し、2026年10月1日から1年間を通じて過去最大規模のキャンペーンを開催する。総計2,000名様に現金1万円またはe-GIFTが当たる。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133431https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133431Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社G-Placeは、秋田県能代市に自治体向けフードシェアリングサービス「タベスケ」を10月1日より提供開始した。サービス名は「のしろタベスケ」となり、食品ロス削減と地域経済活性化を目的としている。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133430https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133430Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アイ・ラーニング has unveiled a training program for new employees joining in FY2027. Tailored to the characteristics of the AI and SNS generation, it aims to develop self-directed talent who can think and act independently. A related free online seminar will also be held. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133429https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133429Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ミライル will speak at the “Taking on Workstyle Reform” seminar in Kawasaki on Oct. 20, 2026, introducing how recruitment DX and data analysis can help identify and improve recruitment challenges. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133428https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133428Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社日水コン announced that it will close its 2 overseas branches in the Philippines and Singapore at the end of September 2026. The move is part of a strategic realignment of locations under the 日水コングループ Vision 2030, and is expected to have only a minor impact on business performance. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133427https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133427Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Pie Systems Japan has completed registration as a Type II funds transfer service provider with the Kanto Local Finance Bureau under the Act on Settlement of Funds. This will enable it to support the new tax-free shopping system, the “refund method,” taking effect on Nov. 1, 2026, and establish an integrated system covering everything from tax exemption procedures to refund transfers. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133426https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133426Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社カドー will launch its “Self-Cleaning Kit for Down Jackets” on Oct. 15, allowing people to care for their down jackets at home. Applying its futon dryer technology, the company is partnering with EFNAL to offer a complete care kit that includes detergent and a dryer. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133425https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133425Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAt the ことりすまいる café operated by 株式会社エクシードジャパン, events will be held in October 2026, including an illustration commission event with あん紗野, a visit by チュウハシ “ちゅうちゃん,” and a finch event themed around “ふぃんち学園.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133424https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133424Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“ドラゴンタクティクス,” a smartphone RPG offered by 株式会社マイネットゲームス, a subsidiary of 株式会社マイネット, will hold collaborations for 3 consecutive months with “モンプラ,” “釣り★スタ,” and “探検ドリランド,” offered by 株式会社グリー. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133423https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133423Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ABC Cooking Studio and タイガー魔法瓶株式会社 are teaming up to hold a 1-day lesson using the “土鍋ご泡火炊き JRT-A100,” a commemorative model marking the 20th anniversary of the clay-pot rice cooker. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133422https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133422Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES日本蓄電池株式会社 and デジタルグリッド株式会社 announced that the “NC Shunan City Yuno Battery Storage Facility,” a grid-scale battery storage facility in Shunan City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, began operating in the balancing market on Sept. 25, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133421https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133421Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES日本蓄電池株式会社 announced that the “NC Maniwa City Tabane Battery Storage Facility,” a grid-scale battery storage facility built in Maniwa City, Okayama Prefecture, began receiving power on Sept. 30, 2026. The facility has a rated output of 1,999 kW and a capacity of 8,146 kWh, uses batteries made by CATL and PCS made by TMEIC, and was built by Chudenko. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133420https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133420Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社プレサンス will completely revamp its corporate website from Oct. 1, reflecting the group’s expansion through M&A (a total of 12 companies) and strengthening its structure in line with its new corporate philosophy. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133419https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133419Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Piece to Peace is offering a free white paper for small and midsize businesses without security specialists, “【Launching at the End of FY2026】SCS Evaluation Roadmap for Companies Without Security Specialists,” to help them prepare for the “SCS Evaluation System,” scheduled to launch at the end of FY2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133418https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133418Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES日本ロマンチスト協会 has released “Romantic Diagnosis,” a web feature that uses 21 questions to assess users’ “romantic quotient” and type. The feature was planned and is operated by 株式会社ワールドエッグス, which plans to fully launch the research institute ロマンティック総研 in 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133417https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133417Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESアガット will launch its new jewelry collection, “agete 2026 NEW COLLECTION vol.4,” themed around winter light and stillness, from Oct. 1, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133416https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133416Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社フィル・カンパニー has formed a capital and business alliance with 株式会社WAT, which has extensive experience operating community cafes in public spaces and for local governments. The companies will combine their expertise in planning spatial solutions to promote project development for local governments and attract tenants to “Phil Park.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133415https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133415Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アールディーシー has begun accepting reservations for its “deluxe seafood osechi” for New Year’s 2027. The osechi is offered under the がってん寿司 brand, and an early-bird discount campaign is underway. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133414https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133414Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社SOLIA will launch a limited-quantity new flavor of its training EAA supplement, “AMBiQUE All-in-One EAA SWEET Honey Lemon Flavor,” from its body-building supplement brand AMBiQUE on Oct. 1. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133413https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133413Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESマリオット・インターナショナル has opened コートヤード・バイ・マリオット神戸 on Kobe Port Island. The hotel features 381 guest rooms, 2 restaurants and event space with a total area of 1,387 m², and will be operated in collaboration with HMIホテルグループ. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133412https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133412Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社DREAMBEER will celebrate the 5th anniversary of its service launch in September 2026 and hold a limited-time commemorative event from October. Campaigns will include the sale of “Momotto Pine,” a limited-edition beer made in collaboration with FUJI PREMIUM BREWING, and a sticker giveaway. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133411https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133411Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ナップス will reopen its motorcycle accessories retail store, ナップス Adachi Store, after renovations on Oct. 9, 2026. The store will expand its used motorcycle gear buying and sales area and add “NAPS Riders Lounge,” a cultural experience corner for inbound visitors. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133410https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133410Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES岡山市 will hold the 1st seminar in its commercial business development program, focused on marketing, on Oct. 20. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133409https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133409Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESタカミ will open a limited-time shop at ジェイアール名古屋タカシマヤ from Oct. 14 to 20 to mark the launch of its new product, “Golden Vitamin Shot.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133408https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133408Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESNissan Motor Co. is bringing back its “のってカンガルー” character for the first time in about 20 years and will hold a test-drive campaign at dealerships nationwide starting Oct. 1, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133407https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133407Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESBayer Crop Science announced that it has added a function linking variable-rate fertilization maps from AgriNote’s satellite remote sensing service to XAG agricultural drones, including the “P100 Pro” and “P60.” The collaboration will enable fertilization tailored to crop growth and improve work efficiency. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133406https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133406Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESATENジャパン株式会社 will exhibit at “Hiroshima IT General Exhibition 2026,” to be held in Hiroshima Prefecture on Oct. 15 and 16, 2026, showcasing solutions including IP-KVM, consoles, video transmission and power management. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133405https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133405Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社シーラ, a consolidated subsidiary of 株式会社シーラホールディングス, has completed the acquisition and settlement of an apartment building in Minami-Oi, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133404https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133404Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESGovtech startup xID株式会社 announced that its digital postal service “SmartPOST” has launched in Okinawa City, Okinawa Prefecture. Residents will now be able to view notices from the city digitally. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133403https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133403Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAya Uchida, founder and trainer of Body Tuning®, has launched a newsletter on “theLetter,” a professional writing platform operated by 株式会社OutNow. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133402https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133402Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESC-United株式会社 donated a total of 881,600 yen to Kumamoto Prefecture to support areas affected by the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake. The total combines employee donations and a company contribution. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133401https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133401Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ecbeing has introduced its in-house-developed generative AI chatbot “AI Digital Staff” on “ANA Furusato Nozei,” operated by ANAあきんど株式会社, and began full-scale operations on Oct. 1, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133400https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133400Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社新宿高野および株式会社タカノフルーツパーラーは、2026年10月10日と11日に設立100周年感謝祭抽選会を開催し、マスクメロンギフトやオリジナルグッズなどの景品を配布する。また、10月1日から8日には全店でポイント2倍サービスを実施する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133399https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133399Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMEStaskey株式会社 has unveiled the purchase bonus artwork for volume 5 of the print edition of “恋するサイコの白雪くん,” going on sale Oct. 14. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133398https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133398Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社V has partnered with Kagoshima Seicha to release “お茶ギミック,” an immersive asset that lets users experience how to brew Japanese tea on VRChat, in October 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133397https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133397Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社エテュセ will release “Lip Essence Hot” as a limited-edition 2026 WINTER product, along with collaboration packages featuring the character “Esther Bunny” for “Mascara Base” and “Skincare Powder (Pressed).” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133396https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133396Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES伊勢志摩リゾートマネジメント株式会社 will hold the 6th installment of its real-life mystery-solving game, “Two Paintings and a Vanished Promise,” at 鳥羽国際ホテル starting Oct. 1, 2026. Admission is 2,750 yen, and a special accommodation plan starts at 31,405 yen, including dinner and breakfast. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133395https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133395Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社hacomono, which provides management systems for wellness and fitness facilities, will hold the industry’s first conference, “hacomono Wellness Conference 2026,” at WITH HARAJUKU HALL on Oct. 19, 2026. The event will focus on customer experience and organizational development in fitness management, with talks and case study sessions featuring Akihiro Nishino, Hajime Moriyasu and others. With its systems in use at more than 13,000 locations nationwide, the company aims to make the event a place to explore the industry’s future together. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133394https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133394Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社TOブックスは、10月1日に『断罪された悪役令嬢は、逆行して完璧な悪女を目指す』のノベル＆コミックス最新刊と、『恋した人は、妹の代わりに死んでくれと言った。』のコミックス最新刊を発売した。両作品ともアニメ化企画が進行中であり、前者はシリーズ累計230万部突破、後者は140万部突破を達成している。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133363https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133363Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESIt was announced that the operating period for “ゴールドクレストスタジアム鎌倉” will be extended through Sept. 30, 2027. Information is also being sought on candidate sites for relocation. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133362https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133362Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESBRUNO株式会社 announced 5 pairings of snacks made with its “Glass Air Fryer” and craft beer, supervised by ヤッホーブルーイング, in conjunction with revisions to the Liquor Tax Act, and is proposing an at-home drinking experience. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133361https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133361Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社HJ released “Vol.1 2026 Autumn,” the first print magazine from its web magazine “Natuul,” on Oct. 1, 2026. It features 13 exclusive models and 4 reader models, and is available for pre-order with special gifts. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133360https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133360Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社リンク conducted a survey on customer harassment in inquiry services in connection with the revised Comprehensive Promotion of Labor Policies Act taking effect on Oct. 1, 2026. The results showed that 47.0% had experienced customer harassment, with cases concentrated among people in their 20s. The leading cause was “being passed around by companies and excessive waiting times (47.1%).” The adoption and use of countermeasure systems stood at just 26.3%, highlighting the urgent need to establish organizational response systems. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133359https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133359Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社群馬クレインサンダーズ reported its financial results for the fiscal year ended June 2026 at its regular shareholders’ meeting on Sept. 24, 2026, announcing that revenue had reached a record high. Last season, the team finished 5th in the league with a 70% win rate and qualified for the championship for the 2nd consecutive year. It said it aims to become the inaugural B.PREMIER champion this season. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133358https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133358Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESChinese drama “Oath Beneath the White Moon” will be available for DVD rental and DVD-BOX release from Dec. 2, 2026. It stars Bai Lu and Ao Ruipeng. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133357https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133357Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“THORIEL,” a brand produced by Hayato Takao, will begin advance sales of its first apparel collection, “2026 AUTUMN / WINTER COLLECTION,” on Oct. 1, with general sales starting in December. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133356https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133356Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESキャンプ女子株式会社 announced that it will release 11 brand films for its additive-free incense brand “CRYSTAL INSENCE” on YouTube in sequence. Production was handled by MIMOSA STUDIO, with filming in Yame, Fukuoka Prefecture. The project aims to preserve on record traditional techniques such as the hand-grinding of binding powder, which are at risk of disappearing due to a lack of successors. Cumulative sales had reached 250,000 sticks as of March 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133355https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133355Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ブランチ・アウト will open “Heisei Fancy Cafe,” a limited-time collaboration cafe featuring characters from 株式会社カミオジャパン and 株式会社クラックス, in Tokyo and Osaka. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133354https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133354Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES公益社団法人日本医師会 updated the content of its browser game “Nichiikun’s Fun Mini-Games!” from Oct. 1. Players can now enjoy 2 games: “Nichiikun’s Matching Game” and “Nichiikun’s Spinning Game.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133353https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-12/index-en-p9.html#n3133353Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社日テレWands has launched an online lottery themed around Calbee’s “Jagarico” at FaveConnectストア.