AI News 180m Report

2026-10-01 15:00–18:00 JST

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One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 648 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 182 items from 6 sources.

One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

Japan | PR TIMES (continued)(647)

株式会社学研ココファン and 株式会社ビーシステム announce business alliance to promote DX in the care industry

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社学研ココファン and 株式会社ビーシステム have entered into a business alliance agreement to promote DX in the care industry, improve operational efficiency, and jointly plan and develop new DX solutions.

Companies mentioned:株式会社学研ココファン、株式会社ビーシステム、株式会社学研ホールディングス、株式会社フロンティア、フロンティアグループ

トヨタモビリティ東京株式会社 opens “Ome Store”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

トヨタモビリティ東京株式会社 opened the new “Ome Store” on September 23 following the consolidation and relocation of locations including Ome Higashi Store, and held a completion ceremony. The grand opening is scheduled for October 3.

Facts

  • September 23
  • October 3
  • 4th store
  • Second store
  • Site area: 2,758.92㎡
  • Approximately 100 units
  • 300 inches
  • Total floor area: 1,560.92㎡
  • Total of 55 people

Companies mentioned:トヨタモビリティ東京株式会社

Intelligence and communications company Japan Nexus Intelligence launches empirical research with 東京大学 スポーツ先端科学連携研究機構 into the structure and impact of online abuse in sports

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社Japan Nexus Intelligence and 東京大学スポーツ先端科学連携研究機構 have launched empirical research into the structure and impact of online abuse in sports.

Facts

  • Approximately 2 years
  • 3 perspectives

Companies mentioned:株式会社Japan Nexus Intelligence、Japan Nexus Intelligence、JNI、東京大学 スポーツ先端科学連携研究機構、UTokyo Sports Science Initiative、UTSSI

OriginalFuture shouldn’t be a risk 未来がリスクであってはならない アクサの新CM『 守って進む、未来のそばに。』

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

アクサ・ホールディングス・ジャパン will launch a new brand campaign, “Protecting as We Move Forward, By Your Side for the Future,” on October 1, 2026, and run commercials on television and digital media.

Facts

  • 52 countries and regions worldwide
  • More than 200 years of group history
  • The predecessor company was founded in 1934
  • From Oct. 1, 2026
  • March 31, 2027
  • With 156,000 employees
  • Providing services to 92 million customers
  • Revenue of 115.5 billion euros

Companies mentioned:アクサ・ホールディングス・ジャパン株式会社、アクサ、アクサ生命、アクサ損害保険、テレビ朝日、Netflix、Amazon prime video、TVer

【1-minute walk from Senzokuike Station】Coin laundry and café “しろふわランドリー” opens its first location in Ota Ward; its 7th store, Senzokuike, opens on October 2

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

J&Jカンパニー株式会社 will open “しろふわランドリー Senzokuike Store,” its 7th location, in Ota Ward, Tokyo, on October 2, 2026. The store combines a coin laundry with a self-service café and is also designed for takeout customers near Senzokuike Park.

Facts

  • Friday, October 2, 2026
  • 7th location
  • 1-minute walk
  • Points worth 1,000 yen
  • First 300 people

Companies mentioned:J&Jカンパニー株式会社、しろふわランドリー

デジタル証券株式会社 announces acquisition of additional financial licenses

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

デジタル証券株式会社 acquired additional financial licenses effective October 1, 2026, for the formation, sale, and management of digital securities funds investing in alternative assets other than real estate.

Facts

  • Dated May 29, 2025
  • Effective October 1, 2026
  • No. 3471

Companies mentioned:デジタル証券株式会社、DS社、SBIホールディングス株式会社、丸紅株式会社、三菱商事株式会社、株式会社三菱UFJ銀行

MBK Digital to sponsor and exhibit at NewsPicks-hosted “TechAwake 2026” as a gold sponsor

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社MBKデジタル will sponsor and exhibit at “TechAwake 2026,” hosted by NewsPicks, as a gold sponsor. For the event on October 28, CTO Kazumasa Iwao will speak at the networking reception, and the company will also have a booth.

Facts

  • Oct. 28, 2026
  • 18:00
  • 15 minutes

Companies mentioned:株式会社MBKデジタル、NewsPicks、三井物産株式会社

Shizuoka Prefecture’s Kawazu Town adopts the post-payment hometown tax donation service “あとふるⓇ”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Kawazu Town in Shizuoka Prefecture, in collaboration with 株式会社電算, will adopt “あとふるⓇ,” a post-payment hometown tax donation service that lets people make donations based on receipts for purchases made while traveling.

Facts

  • Approximately 30% equivalent

Companies mentioned:株式会社電算、dsnあとふる株式会社

Learning about beauty light hair removal “safely and correctly”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

一般社団法人日本エステティック振興協議会 began accepting applications on October 1, 2026, for the “Beauty Light Hair Removal Safety Seminar” and the “Certified Beauty Light Hair Removal Technician Seminar,” with examinations scheduled for December 10, 2026.

Facts

  • The examination will be held on Thursday, December 10, 2026
  • Applications opened on Thursday, October 1, 2026
  • The number of participants to date exceeds 10,000

Companies mentioned:一般社団法人日本エステティック振興協議会、日本エステティック振興協議会

“Chotto Event” supports lectures on disaster preparedness and response!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Shisa株式会社’s real-time translation service “Chotto Event” was used for a lecture on disaster preparedness and response for participants from Taiwan, organized by SEKAIA株式会社.

Facts

  • 9/3~9/10
  • 1988

Companies mentioned:Shisa株式会社、Shisa AI、SEKAIA株式会社

ジャックス begins offering “Auto Loans” and “Education Loans” with 愛知県中央信用組合

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社ジャックス will partner with 愛知県中央信用組合 and begin offering “Auto Loans” and “Education Loans” on October 1, 2026.

Facts

  • Oct. 1, 2026

Companies mentioned:株式会社ジャックス、ジャックス、愛知県中央信用組合

Venue rental company to open a restaurant only on nights without bookings; wine buffet featuring pizza and pasta set to launch in Ebisu on October 5

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社あどばる plans to launch “Pizza & Pasta wine buffet,” a time-based wine buffet open on nights without bookings, in Ebisu on October 5, 2026, making use of idle hours at its private event space “グレイドパーク.”

Facts

  • Operates more than 300 rental spaces and event venues nationwide
  • 10 types of wine, including red and white varieties
  • Cumulative users total 3.5 million
  • A wide variety of spaces, with more than 300 rooms
  • Number of employees: 64

Companies mentioned:株式会社あどばる、株式会社ビジョン、グレイドパーク、EBISU SHOW ROOM、TIME SHARING、ツナガる

Enjoy a special Halloween! Seasonal limited-time event arrives in “Sugar Doll”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社グローバルギア announced a limited-time Halloween seasonal event in its dress-up and nurturing game “Sugar Doll,” starting October 1, 2026, along with the return of premium gacha draws and background packs.

Facts

  • From Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
  • More than 7,000 items

Companies mentioned:株式会社グローバルギア、グローバルギア、GlobalGear Co. Ltd.、Apple Inc.、Google LLC

Original内閣府・防災科研・東大生研・サイボウズが杉戸に集結!「第14回 協働型災害訓練 in 杉戸」初日、国・研究・DXの最前線を問う特別セッションを開催

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

一般社団法人協働型災害訓練 and 特定非営利活動法人すぎとSOHOクラブ will hold the “14th Collaborative Disaster Response Drill in Sugito” on February 5 and 6, 2027, with support from 日本財団. On the afternoon of the first day, speakers from 内閣府, NIED, IIS, and Cybozu will take part in special sessions on public-private-academic collaboration and disaster-prevention DX.

Facts

  • 14th
  • February 5, 2027
  • Over 2 days
  • 4 people invited

Companies mentioned:内閣府、国立研究開発法人防災科学技術研究所、東京大学生産技術研究所、サイボウズ株式会社、埼玉県災害ボランティア団体ネットワーク「彩の国会議」、特定非営利活動法人すぎとSOHOクラブ、日本財団、一般社団法人協働型災害訓練、日本保健医療大学保健医療学部、市民キャビネット、認定NPO法人市民福祉団体全国協議会(市民協)、CVOAD

社会保険労務士法人とうかい releases “2027 Latest Edition: Human Resources and Labor Law Amendments” for free, with a checklist to help companies prepare for changes ranging from expanded social insurance coverage to proposed revisions to the Labor Standards Act

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

社会保険労務士法人とうかい has released for free “2027 Latest Edition: Human Resources and Labor Law Amendments,” a document summarizing legal changes related to human resources and labor from fiscal 2027 onward.

Facts

  • 2027 latest edition
  • Monthly salary of at least 88,000 yen
  • 36 or more employees
  • October 2028
  • At least 10 hours per week
  • Fewer than 50 people
  • 24 pages

Companies mentioned:社会保険労務士法人とうかい

【1,400 advance registrations surpassed!】IMPACT STARTUP SUMMIT 2026

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

インパクトスタートアップ協会 will hold IMPACT STARTUP SUMMIT 2026 in Tokyo on October 7, 2026. Advance registrations have surpassed 1,400, and the event will feature prominent guests including Fumio Kishida, exhibitions by 31 companies and 19 sessions.

Facts

  • Advance registrations surpass 1,400
  • IMPACT STARTUP SUMMIT 2026
  • Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026
  • 19 sessions in total
  • More than 100 speakers will take the stage
  • 31 impact startups will exhibit at booths
  • 10 seed- and early-stage impact startups
  • 15 representatives from ISA supporting member companies will participate
  • 6 nominated impact startups
  • More than 1,100 people participated
  • 325 impact startup companies are working together as regular members
  • 15 supporting members, including Japanese and foreign companies

Companies mentioned:インパクトスタートアップ協会、TOFROM YAESU TOWER、東京建物 ぴあ シアター&カンファレンス、Forbes JAPAN、株式会社Ready to Bloom、株式会社ハイドロヴィーナス、ベジクル株式会社、株式会社ミヨオーガニック、株式会社想ひ人、株式会社Josan-she's、株式会社MYLILY、株式会社ガクシー、プロビティ・グローバルサーチ株式会社、株式会社Compass、株式会社Reelu、glafit株式会社、株式会社ライスレジン、株式会社LivEQuality大家さん、株式会社Magic Shields、株式会社Spectee、LobbyAI株式会社、株式会社そうそう、株式会社VC Cell Tharapy、株式会社PoliPoli、株式会社ACCELStars、株式会社TAIAN、ネッスー株式会社、株式会社menopeer、株式会社コーチェット、株式会社カマン、メリービズ株式会社、Carstay株式会社、VUILD株式会社、株式会社issues、株式会社Waris、一般社団法人インパクトスタートアップ協会、xBridge-Yaesu

Notice of executive personnel changes and other matters

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

日本郵政不動産株式会社 announced that it made changes to its directors and executive officers and reorganized its structure, effective October 1, 2026.

Facts

  • Oct. 1, 2026
  • 03-6281-9002

Companies mentioned:日本郵政不動産株式会社

Winners of the 2026 Investigative Reporting Awards selected

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

NPO法人報道実務家フォーラム and スローニュース株式会社 selected 7 works for the 6th Investigative Reporting Awards. NHK’s ETV Special won the grand prize, and winners of the Excellence Award and Encouragement Award were also selected.

Facts

  • Winners of the 6th awards
  • The following 7 works have been selected
  • From among 109 entries
  • Participated after 2017
  • Nov. 22 (Sun.)
  • Published on or after April 1, 2023

Companies mentioned:NPO法人報道実務家フォーラム、スマートニュース株式会社、スローニュース株式会社、NHK、朝日新聞、神戸新聞、京都新聞、熊本日日新聞、フロントラインプレス、SlowNews、日本経済新聞、フジテレビ、JX通信社、毎日新聞

Establishment of 日本郵政不動産投資顧問株式会社

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

日本郵政不動産株式会社 established 日本郵政不動産投資顧問株式会社 on October 1, 2026, to enter the asset management business.

Facts

  • Capital: 300 million yen
  • Shareholder: 日本郵政不動産株式会社, 100%

Companies mentioned:日本郵政不動産株式会社、日本郵政不動産投資顧問株式会社、Japan Post Real Estate Investment Management Co., Ltd.

プロフィッツ launches full-scale strategy to unlock the value of “unmarketed assets,” turning the “next possibilities” locked within approximately ¥352 trillion in real estate holdings into business opportunities

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社プロフィッツ announced the full-scale launch of a strategy to unlock the value of “unmarketed assets” that are not offered on the sales market. It will draw on approximately ¥352 trillion in real estate holdings and its track record, including converting a restaurant building in Yokohama Chinatown into a hotel, to help general businesses make use of their real estate.

Facts

  • Approximately ¥352.1 trillion
  • Approximately 1.8%
  • 78.0%
  • 84.7%
  • 10.5 percentage points
  • 2.8%
  • Approximately ¥164 billion

Companies mentioned:株式会社プロフィッツ、プロフィッツ、株式会社オレンジ・アンド・パートナーズ、ニッセイ基礎研究所、価値総合研究所、CBRE

Booth confirmed at the 64th All Japan Model & Hobby Show! First reveal of “Chiipla,” a new plastic model kit based on Chiikawa

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社グレイ・パーカー・サービス will exhibit at the 64th All Japan Model & Hobby Show, to be held at Tokyo Big Sight from October 2 to 4, 2026, and will give the first public showing of “Chiipla,” a new plastic model kit based on Chiikawa.

Facts

  • 64th edition
  • Oct. 2, 2026
  • October 4
  • 1,500 yen
  • 1,100 yen

Companies mentioned:株式会社グレイ・パーカー・サービス、日本プラモデル工業協同組合

Autumn styled by CHRISTIAN AUJARD: leather-look outerwear takes center stage, combining a rich look with lightweight comfort

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Originalイトキン株式会社のレディースブランド「CHRISTIAN AUJARD」は、イタリアのLEATHERTEX社製合成皮革を使用したレザー調アウターを主役とした秋コレクションを2026年10月1日に発売する。

Facts

  • Will go on sale Thursday, October 1, 2026
  • Price: ¥77,000 (tax included)
  • Price: ¥49,500 (tax included)
  • Blouse: ¥74,800 (tax included)
  • Pants: ¥37,400 (tax included)
  • Knitwear: ¥39,600 (tax included)
  • Down jacket: ¥108,900 (tax included)
  • Dress: ¥80,300 (tax included)
  • Bag: ¥42,900 (tax included)
  • Top: ¥24,200 (tax included)
  • Brand founded in 1968

Companies mentioned:イトキン株式会社、CHRISTIAN AUJARD、LEATHERTEX、RATTI

Aomori Misawa Battery Storage Facility begins commercial operations

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

NTT Anode Energy began commercial operations at the Aomori Misawa Battery Storage Facility, built in Misawa, Aomori Prefecture, in September 2026. The company now has 11 battery storage systems it has developed and operates nationwide, and plans to trade and provide control services in the electricity market as an aggregator.

Facts

  • September 2026
  • 11 systems nationwide
  • PCS output: 1,999 kW
  • Rated capacity: 8,226 kWh
  • Equivalent to 1 day of electricity use by approximately 720 average households
  • 23 systems scheduled to begin operations

Companies mentioned:NTTアノードエナジー株式会社、NTTグループ、NTT株式会社

【Newly developed!】False eyelashes that create the look of defined double eyelids!? A thick base lifts the eyelids for a wide-awake look. Launching this fall.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社コージー本舗 will launch “Koji Eyelash Eyelid Define,” false eyelashes with a thick base that lifts the eyelids to create a wide-awake look, on October 7, 2026.

Facts

  • Oct. 7, 2026
  • ¥1,100 each (tax included)
  • 12 designs in total
  • 2 pairs per pack

Companies mentioned:株式会社コージー本舗、ドン・キホーテ

For owners considering selling condominiums through overseas sales channels: “Sale Potential Assessment” to run from October 1 to 31 | 海外富裕層にワンルームマンション売れる君

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社フロンティア will offer a free “Sale Potential Assessment” from October 1 to 31, 2026, through 海外富裕層にワンルームマンション売れる君, to assess the possibility of selling investment studio apartments through overseas sales channels.

Facts

  • Oct. 1, 2026
  • Oct. 31

Companies mentioned:株式会社フロンティア

OFFSEL to hold 6 free online seminars on reducing Scope 2 emissions for small and midsize businesses, starting October 8

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

エレビスタ株式会社 will hold 6 free online seminars on reducing Scope 2 emissions for small and midsize businesses, starting October 8, 2026.

Facts

  • 6 sessions in total
  • 30.1% of respondents
  • Explained in 30 minutes
  • Capital: 425,001,750 yen

Companies mentioned:エレビスタ株式会社、OFFSEL、日本商工会議所、東京商工会議所、株式会社ユニクロ、静岡大学、日本中央競馬会

ヒルトン大阪 announces appointment of new executive chef Lee Seung-chan

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

ヒルトン大阪 appointed Lee Seung-chan as its new executive chef, effective September 16. Chef Marco, who has more than 25 years of experience, will oversee the hotel’s culinary operations after working at コンラッド・ソウル and other properties.

Facts

  • For more than 25 years
  • In 1998
  • Since 2000
  • August 2012
  • For more than 10 years
  • five restaurants and cafes and bars
  • 17 banquet rooms
  • Opened on September 10, 1986
  • 35 floors above ground
  • 4 floors underground
  • 145 meters tall
  • 562 guest rooms
  • 40th anniversary of opening
  • For more than 100 years
  • 6 continents
  • More than 600 hotels

Companies mentioned:ヒルトン大阪、大阪ヒルトン株式会社、Vecchia Filanda、コンラッド・ソウル、ヒルトン・ホテルズ&リゾーツ、ヒルトン・オナーズ

Original【ブランドUSA】アメリカの鉄道開業200周年を迎える2027年に向け、全米各地で楽しめる「鉄道旅」や関連施設などの情報を集約したウェブページを開設

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

ブランドUSA has launched a website compiling information on train travel and related attractions across the United States ahead of the 200th anniversary of U.S. railroads in 2027.

Facts

  • The 200th anniversary of U.S. railroads in 2027
  • The 200th anniversary of U.S. railroads
  • Route 66, marking its 100th anniversary in 2026
  • Route 66, marking its 100th anniversary

Companies mentioned:ブランドUSA、アムトラック、マリオット

“Shimauma New Year’s Cards 2027” begins accepting orders on October 1! Basic fees are now 0 yen!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社しまうまプリント began accepting orders for its New Year’s card printing service, “Shimauma New Year’s Cards 2027,” on October 1, 2026. This year, the basic fee is 0 yen, and new offers include a quantity discount that lowers the per-card price for orders of 30 or more, as well as an early-bird discount campaign. Address printing, mailing on customers’ behalf, and sample printing (up to 2 cards) are also free, and customers can choose from more than 1,800 designs.

Facts

  • 0-yen basic fee
  • Orders of 30 or more cards
  • A total of 100 people will win
  • Spend 250 yen or more
  • A wide selection of more than 1,800 designs
  • Up to 10 types
  • More than 6 million members to date

Companies mentioned:株式会社しまうまプリント、キタムラ・ホールディングス グループ、カメラのキタムラ

“Advertising-Supported New Year’s Postcards (Echo New Year’s Postcards) [京成電鉄]” go on sale!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

京成電鉄 will release 300,000 advertising-supported New Year’s postcards featuring a Keisei Skyliner design on November 2, 2026. Priced at 80 yen, the postcards come with a promotion offering the chance to win TOMIX models and merchandise in a prize drawing.

Facts

  • Nov. 2, 2026
  • 300,000 cards
  • Save 5 yen
  • 70 million people
  • Original1枚80円

Companies mentioned:京成電鉄、日本郵便株式会社、コミュニティー京成、ファミリーマート、京成リテーリングネット、セブン-イレブン、TOMIX

A special W 50th anniversary program featuring Kinnikuman creators Yudetamago is set to air!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

ラジオ大阪 announced that it will air a special W 50th anniversary program featuring Yudetamago, the creators of “Kinnikuman,” on December 27, 2026.

Facts

  • Dec. 27, 2026
  • 24:00~25:00
  • 2029
  • 50th anniversary
  • 2028
  • 60 minutes

Companies mentioned:ラジオ大阪、株式会社ラジオ大阪

HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO Christmas Collection 2026: Reservations open today for special courses and Christmas cakes to brighten the festive season

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO today began accepting reservations for Christmas special courses (都季 TOKI and FORNI), Christmas afternoon tea, and Christmas cakes made with Kyoto strawberries and chestnuts from Kyōtanba.

Facts

  • 2.5m Christmas tree
  • Limited to 25 days
  • ¥7,800
  • ¥9,800
  • More than 20 types of drinks
  • 12,000 yen
  • 18,000 yen
  • 35,000 yen
  • 13,000 yen
  • 22,000 yen
  • 10,000 yen
  • 3,000 yen
  • 5,000 yen
  • Limited to 200 items

Companies mentioned:三井不動産リゾートマネジメント株式会社、HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO、FORNI、都季 TOKI、TWG 社、ミシュランガイド、フォーブス・トラベルガイド、Green Key、Condé Nast Traveler、VERIFIED™ Responsible Hospitality、The World's 50 Best Hotels、Travel + Leisure、公益財団法人日本デザイン振興協会

Type B continuous employment support center opens October 1 at the Ryugujo Spa Hotel Mikazuki complex

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

ホテル三日月グループ opened the Type B continuous employment support center “和の家 三日月事業所” at the Ryugujo Spa Hotel Mikazuki complex in Kisarazu on October 1. It is the group’s 2nd location, following the station-front center opened in July 2023, and will pursue a new approach to employment support through collaboration among agriculture, tourism and welfare.

Facts

  • Second store
  • July 2023
  • April 2021

Companies mentioned:株式会社ホテル三日月、ホテル三日月グループ、株式会社和の家、厚生労働省

Venue partnership with “Tokyo Jazz Club,” carrying forward the legacy of Swiss-born independent art platform “Basel social Club”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

安田不動産株式会社 is supporting “Tokyo Jazz Club,” a limited-time cultural event running from November 1 to 8, 2026, by providing a former capsule hotel in Kanda Nishikicho as its venue.

Facts

  • Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
  • Sunday, Nov. 8
  • All 8 floors

Companies mentioned:安田不動産株式会社、Tokyo Jazz Club、Basel social Club、アーツカウンシル東京、Tokyo Jazz Club実行委員会、旧ナインアワーズ大手町

Abe Yōandō Pharmaceuticals launches “Yōandō 13 Cream,” blending nearly 300 years of tradition with cutting-edge science

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社阿部養庵堂薬品 will launch “Yōandō 13 Cream” nationwide on October 1, 2026, combining nearly 300 years of tradition with cutting-edge science as an XPRIZE Healthspan finalist.

Facts

  • 45 g
  • 14,300 yen including tax
  • Oct. 1, 2026
  • 1731 (the 16th year of the Kyōhō era)
  • More than 15 billion yen in total
  • 58 countries worldwide
  • 799 teams

Companies mentioned:株式会社阿部養庵堂薬品、米XPRIZE財団

Abe Yōandō Pharmaceuticals refreshes its brand, carrying forward 295 years of tradition

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株式会社阿部養庵堂薬品 marked its 295th anniversary with a rebrand that refreshes its brand purpose and approach to craftsmanship. It has launched new packaging for its NMN supplement series and aims to become a leading company in the longevity (extending healthy life expectancy) field.

Facts

  • 295 years in business
  • Founded in 1731
  • 58 countries worldwide
  • 799 teams
  • 20 finalist teams
  • 2030
  • Total NMN: 90,000 mg
  • Total NMN: 30,000 mg
  • Total NMN: 18,000 mg
  • Total NMN: 9,000 mg
  • Total NMN: 18,600 mg

Companies mentioned:株式会社 阿部養庵堂薬品、株式会社阿部養庵堂薬品

Original干支一周! 12年目となるフェリシモ「猫部」と「にゃん賀状」のコラボ年賀状が10月1日より販売スタート!

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Original株式会社グリーティングワークスは、フェリシモ「猫部」とのコラボによる年賀状「猫部コラボ年賀状2027」の販売を10月1日より開始した。干支は羊で、6種類デザインがあり、注文1枚につき1円が日本アニマルトラストに寄付される。

Facts

  • Marking its 12th year
  • 6 original New Year’s card designs
  • Originalご注文1枚につき1円を動物保護団体「日本アニマルトラスト」様に寄付いたします
  • Cumulative donations have reached 3,547,642 yen

Companies mentioned:株式会社グリーティングワークス、ドットコム、株式会社フェリシモ、フェリシモ「猫部」、日本アニマルトラスト

Vendors announced for “Tokyo Ramen Festa 2026 Final,” one of Japan’s largest ramen events, along with tips for enjoying the event for less!

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The 12 vendors for “Tokyo Ramen Festa 2026 Final” have been announced, along with a collaboration with the anime “Ramen Akaneko,” details on discounted tickets through au PAY and セブン-イレブン, and an event overview.

Facts

  • all 12 stores
  • 90th anniversary of the origin of tonkotsu ramen
  • 1,100 yen per bowl of ramen
  • 200 yen in au PAY balance
  • Originalサントリー 黒烏龍茶350ml

Companies mentioned:株式会社ラーメンデータバンク、東京ラーメンフェスタ2026実行委員会、ハウス食品グループ本社株式会社、集英社、au PAY、セブン-イレブン、セブンチケット、タスキブ、シナネンモビリティ、サントリー、フットボールコミュニケーションアカデミー、東京消防庁音楽隊

“Hiroshima Castle Sannomaru History Museum,” a new hub showcasing the history and cultural appeal of Hiroshima Castle, set to open on Tuesday, June 1, 2027! — Phase 2 of the Hiroshima Castle Sannomaru area also opens the same day —

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The Hiroshima Castle Sannomaru History Museum, developed by the City of Hiroshima, will open on June 1, 2027, with Phase 2 of the Hiroshima Castle Sannomaru area also opening on the same day. The commercial facility, operated by 株式会社cica as “We're the Mori's HIROSHIMA,” is scheduled to open in summer 2027.

Facts

  • Scheduled to be unveiled on Friday, October 1 of the same year...
  • Scheduled to open in summer 2027
  • The current Hiroshima Castle keep, whose exterior was restored in 1958
  • The current keep, which closed in March 2026
  • Phase 1 area, which opened ahead of schedule in March 2025

Companies mentioned:株式会社cica

Featuring DAIGO, Rikka Ihara and Shofukutei Tsurube! A fun quiz introduces the appeal of GX electrified homes! New TV commercial “GX Electrified Homes: Quiz Contest” begins airing Thursday, October 1

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Kansai Electric Power announced that its new TV commercial, “GX Electrified Homes: Quiz Contest,” featuring DAIGO, Rikka Ihara and Shofukutei Tsurube, will begin airing on October 1, 2026.

Facts

  • Oct. 1, 2026 (Thu.)
  • The 2 urban prefectures and 4 prefectures of Kansai

Companies mentioned:関西電力株式会社、KANSAI ELECTRICITY

“SAKAMOTO DAYS Dangerous Puzzle” launches its 1.5th anniversary campaign on Thursday, October 1!

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株式会社GOODROID launched a 1.5th anniversary campaign for the smartphone game 『SAKAMOTO DAYS デンジャラスパズル』 on Oct. 1. The campaign includes the addition of ★4 characters, up to 6,000 diamonds, and a free 20-pull gacha every day.

Facts

  • 1.5th anniversary
  • Thursday, October 1
  • Up to 6,000
  • 3,000 diamonds
  • 20 free pulls
  • Up to ¥10,000 worth

Companies mentioned:株式会社GOODROID、週刊少年ジャンプ、集英社、CyberAgentGroup

Q-pot. × Moi-même-Moitié announce collaboration collection “The Eternal Blue Rose Tea Party”

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Moi-même-Moitié, the gothic and lolita brand operated by 株式会社タナクロ, announced “The Eternal Blue Rose Tea Party,” a 27th anniversary collaboration collection with Japanese accessories brand Q-pot.

Facts

  • Moi-même-Moitié’s 27th anniversary
  • Price: 13,200 yen (tax included)
  • Price: 12,100 yen (including tax)
  • Price: ¥16,500 (tax included)
  • Price: ¥2,970 (tax included)
  • Oct. 2 (Fri.)–Oct. 15 (Thu.), 2026
  • Nov. 17, 2026 (Tue.)

Companies mentioned:株式会社タナクロ、MALICE MIZER、Moi-même-Moitié、Q-pot.

Originalドリンク1杯注文ごとに10円を山陰の若者の挑戦”みらチャレ”に寄付して応援!「山陰カンパイチャリティ」を10月1日から開始!

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“Sanin Kanpai Charity,” organized by TSKグループ基金さんいん未来縁人, 一般社団法人RooootsAnd, and 一般社団法人山陰飲食の会, will launch on Oct. 1, 2026. For every eligible drink ordered at a participating restaurant, ¥10 will be donated to “Mirachare,” a program supporting young people’s challenges.

Facts

  • 10 yen
  • 31 locations

Companies mentioned:TSKグループ基金さんいん未来縁人、一般社団法人 RooootsAnd、しまね・とっとり未来共創チャレンジ、一般社団法人山陰飲食の会、かばはうすホールディングス株式会社、AAO株式会社、株式会社千茶荘、株式会社RC・クリエイティブグループ、株式会社大連、有限会社玉木製麺、MUSUBIぐるーぷ株式会社、株式会社ANDONE、株式会社ふくまる、有限会社クリーンサービス山陰、株式会社ちづや、株式会社キュウ、株式会社山芳

Results presentation for industry-government-academia collaboration program to be held at the 5F Panorama Lounge

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On Sept. 11, 2026, the final results presentation for an industry-government-academia collaboration project involving 沖縄市, 琉球大学, JAL, and JTA was held at 沖縄サントリーアリーナ. The “Improving the Profitability of Chibana Hanaori” team won the top prize.

Facts

  • 3 themes
  • 5F Panorama Lounge

Companies mentioned:沖縄アリーナ株式会社、沖縄市、琉球大学、JAL、日本航空株式会社、JTA、日本トランスオーシャン航空株式会社、沖縄サントリーアリーナ

Anthropic and OpenAI investors and Meiji Yasuda Life’s AI chief to speak; special, fully off-the-record session for executives on how major Japanese companies can win with “AX” to be held Oct. 6

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株式会社Kiva announced it will hold a special session for executives in Marunouchi, Tokyo, on Oct. 6, 2026, featuring Masashi Ikuta of Meiji Yasuda Life, Melissa Guzy of Arbor Ventures, and Fady Yacoub of HOF Capital. The session, limited to 100 attendees and fully off the record, will discuss how major Japanese companies can win with AX (AI transformation). Advance-purchase benefits will also be offered for the book “AX MODEL,” scheduled for publication in December 2026.

Facts

  • In a fully off-the-record format, limited to 100 attendees
  • Date and time: Oct. 6, 2026 (Tue.), 16:30–18:00 (registration opens at 16:15)
  • Networking reception: 18:00–18:30
  • Scheduled for publication in December 2026
  • Held key positions in the financial industry for approximately 40 years

Companies mentioned:株式会社Kiva、明治安田生命保険相互会社、Arbor Ventures、HOF Capital、Anthropic、OpenAI、東京海上ホールディングス、東京海上日動火災保険、Paidy、BoostDraft、VantagePoint Capital Partners、Visa Worldwide Japan、ブラックロック・ジャパン、モルガン・スタンレー証券、ドイツ証券、金融監督庁、日本長期信用銀行

株式会社モバイルファクトリー marks its 25th anniversary on Oct. 1, 2026

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株式会社モバイルファクトリー marked its 25th anniversary on Oct. 1, 2026, expressing its gratitude and outlining plans to share content on a dedicated website and work to enhance its corporate value.

Facts

  • 25th anniversary
  • Oct. 1, 2026
  • Oct. 1, 2001

Companies mentioned:株式会社モバイルファクトリー、株式会社ジーワンダッシュ

Japan’s largest Land Rover festival, “LAND ROVER CHEERS 78,” seeks event staff through “富士宮マッチボックス”

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株式会社Matchbox Technologies announced that recruitment for event staff for “LAND ROVER CHEERS 78,” a Land Rover festival held in 富士宮市, has opened through the city’s official spot-work platform, “富士宮マッチボックス.”

Facts

  • LAND ROVER CHEERS 78
  • Approximately 350 vehicles in total
  • More than 800 visitors
  • Original2026年10月10日(土)~12日(月・祝)
  • 10 prefectures and 62 cities, towns and villages
  • Adopted by more than 16,000 business locations
  • More than 50 patent applications filed in Japan and overseas
  • 19 patents secured to date

Companies mentioned:株式会社Matchbox Technologies、CHEERS PROJECT CREW、富士宮市、日本経済新聞社

Points exchange site “PeX” launches exchange from “PeX points” to “Doutor Group-exclusive QUO Card Pay”

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PeX, a points exchange site operated by 株式会社DIGITALIO, will begin offering exchanges for “Doutor Group-exclusive QUO Card Pay,” issued by 株式会社クオカード, on Oct. 1, 2026. As a launch campaign, the exchange rate will be boosted by 5%.

Facts

  • From Oct. 1, 2026
  • 5% bonus
  • The current membership exceeds approximately 2.2 million
  • More than 6,000 types of products
  • Approximately ¥1.2 billion per month
  • Minimum exchange points: 1,000P in PeX points
  • 1,000P in PeX points → ¥100 worth of Doutor Group-exclusive QUO Card Pay
  • Exchange rate: 1,000P → ¥105 worth
  • Exchange requests submitted by 23:29 on Nov. 30, 2026
  • Capital: 198 million yen

Companies mentioned:株式会社DIGITALIO、株式会社クロス・マーケティンググループ、株式会社クオカード、PeX、ECナビ、conio、デジコ、Remone

フューチャーショップ launches new CRM option “future Engagement Cast powered by OmniSegment,” with AI supporting sales growth

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株式会社フューチャーショップ will launch “future Engagement Cast powered by OmniSegment,” a new CRM option combining AI analysis with consulting support, for its SaaS-based e-commerce platform “futureshop” on Oct. 1, 2026.

Facts

  • Oct. 1, 2026
  • 24th floor
  • March 2010

Companies mentioned:株式会社フューチャーショップ、フューチャーショップ、OmniSegment、Tableau、LINE

BRING™ to run “Fukoupon Campaign 2026” during October 3R Promotion Month, with 8 brands from 6 companies participating

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BRING™, operated by 株式会社JEPLAN, will run “Fukoupon Campaign 2026” in October 2026 as part of 3R Promotion Month, with 8 brands from 6 partner companies participating. Coupons and points will be offered for the collection of textiles such as clothing, promoting resource circulation.

Facts

  • 6 companies
  • 8 brands
  • 4th year
  • 177 locations nationwide
  • Approximately 470,000 tons annually
  • Just approximately 5%

Companies mentioned:株式会社JEPLAN、BRING™、株式会社イケガミ、東武ホープセンター、株式会社コスギ、株式会社タカキュー、株式会社ブルックス ブラザーズ ジャパン、株式会社丸広百貨店、環境省、ペットリファインテクノロジー株式会社

Turn consumer behavior into environmental action! Participating in “Choose! 3R Campaign 2026”

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Original株式会社ファイントゥデイは、環境省主催の「選ぼう!3Rキャンペーン2026」に10回目となる今年も参加する。本キャンペーンは2026年10月1日から全国の14,874店舗で実施され、同社は対象商品の容器における植物由来プラスチックの使用推進やつめかえ用による廃棄プラスチック削減などの環境配慮取組みを強化する。

Facts

  • 10th year
  • 14,874 stores
  • Thursday, October 1, 2026
  • By 2030
  • 100% use of sustainable containers and packaging
  • In 2021

Companies mentioned:株式会社ファイントゥデイ、環境省、資生堂

Yamazaki LIMITED EDITION 2016 arrives: a high-stakes draw limited to 466 entries. “夏祭り黄金みくじ,” offering a chance to win rare bottles, goes on sale Oct. 1

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Original株式会社アップライジングが運営するタチバナE酒販は、限定466口のウイスキーくじ「幻酒降臨みくじ第1弾」を2026年10月1日より販売開始。価格は1口4,980円で、山崎 LIMITED EDITION 2016や白州12年などのレア銘柄が含まれる。

Facts

  • Limited to 466 entries
  • Original1口4,980円
  • Sales begin on Oct. 1, 2026

Companies mentioned:株式会社アップライジング、タチバナE酒販、Amazon、楽天市場、Yahoo!ショッピング、宮崎どげんかせんとい館、本坊酒造

HC Networks to exhibit at the 46th Joint Conference on Medical Informatics (27th Annual Meeting of the Japan Association for Medical Informatics)

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エイチ・シー・ネットワークス株式会社 will exhibit at the 46th Joint Conference on Medical Informatics, held at the Sapporo Convention Center from Nov. 12 to 15, 2026, and present solutions for ransomware countermeasures and migration from PHS.

Facts

  • 46th
  • 27th
  • 2026
  • November 12
  • Nov. 15
  • 4 days
  • 1981
  • 45 years
  • 1.9GHz

Companies mentioned:エイチ・シー・ネットワークス株式会社、Cisco

[HR consulting pioneer Shinya Yamamoto to speak] Can people really grow by using AI? — HR professionals consider the decline in thinking skills and the turning point for talent development in the AI era

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ユームテクノロジージャパン株式会社 and 株式会社HRファーブラ will hold an online seminar on Oct. 5, 2026, addressing challenges in talent development through the use of AI.

Facts

  • October 5, 2026
  • 12:00
  • More than 30 years
  • 100–150 people
  • 2015
  • 203 countries and regions worldwide
  • More than 1 million companies
  • More than 28,000 companies in Japan

Companies mentioned:ユームテクノロジージャパン株式会社、株式会社HRファーブラ、UMU(ユーム)、PwCジャパン、慶應義塾大学理工学部、イリノイ大学

Hands-on EV event for adults and children to be held in Yoga, Setagaya Ward, on Nov. 14 (Sat.) and 15 (Sun.)

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東京都住宅供給公社 (JKK東京) will hold an event to promote EV adoption on Nov. 14 and 15 at “Carme Yoga Baji Koen” in Yoga, Setagaya Ward. The event, aimed at Tokyo residents, will include EV test drives and craft workshops, promoting EV use in apartment buildings.

Facts

  • Approximately 60,000 EV charging units
  • Monthly usage fees reduced by 20%
  • 173 units under management

Companies mentioned:JKK東京、東京都住宅供給公社、Audi Volkswagen Retail Japan株式会社、株式会社関東マツダ、タイムズ24株式会社、Tesla Japan合同会社、トヨタモビリティ東京株式会社、日産東京販売株式会社、ニチコン株式会社、パナソニック エレクトリックワークス株式会社、株式会社ホンダモビリティ南関東、三井不動産リアルティ株式会社、名鉄協商株式会社、株式会社ヤナセ 世田谷支店、ヤナセバイエルンモーターズ株式会社

Kawai Musical Instruments Manufacturing creates new lesson bags

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株式会社オンワードコーポレートデザイン has created new lesson bags for Kawai Musical Instruments Manufacturing’s music, English, and arts and crafts classes.

Facts

  • Launched in 1956
  • Will celebrate its 70th anniversary in 2027
  • More than 100,000 students in Japan and overseas
  • Founded: Aug. 9, 1927
  • Established: April 23, 1962 (Showa 37)
  • In business for over 60 years
  • A track record of supporting more than 2,000 companies

Companies mentioned:株式会社オンワードコーポレートデザイン、株式会社河合楽器製作所、カワイ音楽教室

One人事 to exhibit at the 13th HR Online Exhibition, where HR systems from 19 companies can be compared through demos

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One人事株式会社 will exhibit at the 13th HR Online Exhibition, held from Oct. 14 to 16, 2026, offering an opportunity to compare HR systems from 19 companies through demos. The company will also present on the 15th, showcasing features with a focus on “One人事 労務.”

Facts

  • HR systems from 19 companies
  • Original2026年10月14日(水)~16日(金)
  • More than 800,000 people

Companies mentioned:One人事株式会社、One人事

Acaric acquires from SciSeed advertising and event businesses that reach students on campus, including cafeteria tray ads

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株式会社アカリク acquired from 株式会社サイシード, effective Oct. 1, 2026, advertising and event businesses that reach students on campus, including cafeteria tray ads and direct mail for research laboratories.

Facts

  • Has a 35-year history
  • An information magazine with a circulation of 65,000 copies
  • Total attendance surpassed 30,000
  • Career support centers at 6 locations nationwide

Companies mentioned:株式会社アカリク、株式会社サイシード、日本経済新聞社

New facility “Ohnoya Rikyu” opens at the company’s founding site on Oct. 1 — fully renovated into a multi-purpose center supporting every step of memorial services, from funerals and memorial ceremonies to visiting graves

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株式会社メモリアルアートの大野屋 opened its new facility, “Ohnoya Rikyu,” on Oct. 1, 2026, at its founding site in Koganei, Tokyo, and renovated it into a multi-purpose center serving customers with everything from funerals and memorial ceremonies to grave visits.

Facts

  • Oct. 1, 2026
  • Approximately 2,000 m²
  • 1939
  • 528,000 yen
  • More than 80 years
  • 100 million yen

Companies mentioned:株式会社メモリアルアートの大野屋、メモリアルアートの大野屋

5 projects in GARAGE Program’s 111th cohort move into 100BANCH, including edge AI supporting frontline workers and the spread of personalized disaster-preparedness bags

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100BANCH announced that it selected 5 projects for the 111th cohort of its acceleration program, GARAGE Program, and that they will move in during October 2026.

Facts

  • 5 projects
  • October 2026
  • Under 35 years old
  • 3 months
  • 113th cohort
  • Oct. 26
  • July 7, 2017
  • About 1262 applications in total
  • 415 projects

Companies mentioned:100BANCH、GARAGE Program、CANARIA、MIRACLE WORLD、Gauget、andthree、chatterchatter.、パナソニック

Original【東京コミコン2026】来日セレブ第3弾! “コミコンといえばこの2人”通算7度目の来日、マッツ・ミケルセン氏!さらに来日セレブ歴代最多となる通算9度目の参加、ダニエル・ローガン氏!

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Original株式会社東京コミックコンベンションは、2026年12月に幕張メッセで開催される「東京コミコン2026」の来日セレブ第3弾としてマッツ・ミケルセン氏とダニエル・ローガン氏を発表し、PR大使にBEYOOOOONDSを任命した。

Facts

  • 2026
  • December 11
  • December 13
  • 3 days
  • 10th anniversary
  • 7th visit
  • 9th time
  • 8 people
  • October 3
  • 12:00

Companies mentioned:株式会社浜友E.F.、株式会社東京コミックコンベンション、ハロー!プロジェクト、ニコラス・ケイジ、ジャンカルロ・エスポジート、チャーリー・コックス、ヴィンセント・ドノフリオ、ジェームズ・フェルプス、オリバー・フェルプス、ジェイミー・キャンベル・バウアー、マッツ・ミケルセン、ダニエル・ローガン、BEYOOOOONDS

J Frontier provides end-to-end production for a Hexarafan PR event, from planning and talent casting to media outreach and event-day operations

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ジェイフロンティア株式会社 provided end-to-end production for 金印株式会社’s “PR event for the wasabi-derived ingredient ‘Hexarafan,’” handling everything from planning and talent casting to media outreach and event-day operations.

Facts

  • Sept. 30, 2026
  • Securities code: 2934

Companies mentioned:ジェイフロンティア株式会社、金印株式会社

Disaster-preparedness information, including evacuation shelters and hazard maps, now available on smartphones

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中日新聞社 launched a service on the 1st providing disaster-preparedness information, including evacuation shelters and hazard maps in 名古屋市, through the “Lorcle” smartphone app.

Facts

  • Approximately 1,800 locations

Companies mentioned:中日新聞社、名古屋市

Hyundai Motor Company unveils the all-new TUCSON, a new SUV with a more powerful and refined design, for the first time worldwide

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Hyundai Motor Company unveiled the fifth-generation all-new SUV “The all-new TUCSON” for the first time worldwide. It features the “Art of Steel” design language and a larger body. Equipment includes a next-generation hybrid system, the “Gleo AI” assistant, and the “Pleos Connect” infotainment system.

Facts

  • Overall length: 4,700mm
  • Overall width: 1,905mm
  • Overall height: 1,685mm
  • Maximum system output: 292ps
  • EV range of approximately 81 km (estimated)

Companies mentioned:Hyundai Motor Company、Hyundai Mobility Japan 株式会社

[ウブロ] Rola attends “HUBLOT NIGHT” wearing ウブロ!

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On Sept. 24, 2026, ウブロ held its one-night-only special event “HUBLOT NIGHT” at Ginza Sony Park in Tokyo. Model and actress Rola attended wearing the “Big Bang One Click King Gold Pavé.”

Facts

  • Sept. 24, 2026
  • 33mm

Companies mentioned:LVMHウォッチ・ジュエリー ジャパン株式会社、ウブロ、HUBLOT、LVMH ウォッチ・ジュエリージャパン合同会社

LIGHTCON confirms bonus rewards for the official release of “Wind Runner Go!” Legendary summon “Ice Cream Cat” selected in voting event

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LIGHTCON Co., Ltd. has decided to distribute the legendary summon “Ice Cream Cat,” which took first place in a voting event, as a bonus reward for the official release of “Wind Runner Go!” A sweepstakes for Amazon gift cards is also underway as part of the commemorative campaign.

Facts

  • 60 million downloads worldwide
  • Amazon gift cards worth up to ¥10,000
  • Gacha tickets worth 3,000 pulls
  • 10,000 rubies
  • 100% chance of obtaining
  • Amazon gift card worth ¥10,000
  • Amazon gift card worth ¥1,000

Companies mentioned:株式会社Wemade Japan、WEMADE MAX Co., Ltd.、LIGHTCON Co., Ltd.

Special feature and giveaway campaign for the globally popular games “Cyberpunk 2077” and “Cyberpunk: Edgerunners” to be held at the INFOLENS GEEK SHOP Ikebukuro PARCO store!

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インフォレンズ株式会社 will hold a special corner and giveaway campaign for Cyberpunk 2077 and Cyberpunk: Edgerunners at INFOLENS GEEK SHOP Ikebukuro Parco store from Oct. 9 to 18, 2026.

Facts

  • 5,500 yen (tax included)
  • Friday, October 9, 2026
  • Sunday, October 18, 2026
  • ¥27,500 (tax included)
  • ¥2,310 (tax included)
  • ¥1,650 (including tax)
  • ¥21,780 (tax included)
  • ¥6,600 (tax included)
  • ¥7,700 (tax included)
  • ¥43,780 (tax included)
  • About 300 varieties
  • Approximately 500 types

Companies mentioned:インフォレンズ株式会社、INFOLENS GEEK SHOP、ZiNG Global Limited、DPI Merchandising Inc、TRIGGER、Y4K PRODUCTS、NEAMEDIA、CD PROJEKT RED、CD PROJEKT S.A.

〈Seasonal limited edition〉A new scented massage oil with a gentle warming sensation for the colder season. A new addition to the “Nemuri” series, which focuses on the mechanisms of sleep and fragrance.

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株式会社よーじや will release a seasonal limited-edition warm-care oil on Oct. 15, 2026, as a new addition to its “Nemuri” series, which focuses on the mechanisms of sleep and fragrance.

Facts

  • Thursday, October 15, 2026
  • ¥1,980 each (tax included)
  • Launched in November 2025

Companies mentioned:株式会社よーじや、よーじや、ロフト、ZOZOCOSME、Amazon

Free seminar for business leaders and development organization managers: “The Challenges of FDE Development That Cannot Be Overcome Through Classroom Learning: Lessons on Talent Development and Organizational Design from Real-World Cases”

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ギークス株式会社 will hold a free seminar on Oct. 29, 2026, for business leaders and development organization managers titled “The Challenges of FDE Development That Cannot Be Overcome Through Classroom Learning: Lessons on Talent Development and Organizational Design from Real-World Cases.” Yui Hirose of 株式会社ギブリー will speak about challenges in FDE development and practical approaches.

Facts

  • Oct. 29, 2026
  • 19:00~21:00
  • A track record of supporting more than 650 companies
  • More than 24,000 IT freelancers

Companies mentioned:ギークス株式会社、株式会社ギブリー

“Dr.Sum DataCatalog,” which conveys the “meaning” of data to AI, now available on a freemium basis

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ウイングアーク1st has begun offering “Dr.Sum DataCatalog,” which centrally manages data locations and meaning, on a freemium basis, and has released the data management platform “Dr.Sum Ver.6.0.”

Facts

  • Thursday, October 1
  • For the first time in 9 years
  • Up to 12 times compared with the conventional version
  • ¥150,000 per month
  • ¥3,600,000
  • ¥120,900 per month
  • Up to 100 objects

Companies mentioned:ウイングアーク1st株式会社、ウイングアーク

Gather, interact, and connect. テラソラ’s features have been updated

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東京都板橋区 will launch the “Itabashi Ward Community Gathering Place Initiative” at 栄町集会所 (nickname: テラソラ) on Oct. 1, Reiwa 8, promoting community interaction and the creation of places for people of all generations to gather.

Facts

  • October 1, Reiwa 8
  • 9:00〜12:00/13:00〜17:30

Companies mentioned:東京都板橋区、栄町集会所、テラソラ、板橋区地域振興課

“I see. You can choose where to job-hunt based on reviews, too.” ワンキャリア to roll out new brand communications for job seekers from Oct. 1

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株式会社ワンキャリア will roll out new brand communications centered on the key message “I see. You can choose where to job-hunt based on reviews, too.” from Oct. 1, 2026, and begin offering its “Review Summary” feature.

Facts

  • More than 700,000 reviews
  • From Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026

Companies mentioned:株式会社ワンキャリア、ワンキャリア、TBS、MBS、NTV、NHK

Plant-growing gear brand BIBIPLANTS (ビビプランツ) goes independent and relaunches! Campaign offers a chance to win a new Jungle Rack.

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ビーズ株式会社 will spin off and relaunch BIBIPLANTS (ビビプランツ), a plant-growing gear brand that was part of its hobby goods brand BIBILAB, on Oct. 1, 2026. It will release 5 new Jungle Rack products with stronger shelves and hold a campaign sponsored by BRIM合同会社.

Facts

  • Oct. 1, 2026
  • All 5 products
  • A total of 6 winners

Companies mentioned:ビーズ株式会社、BRIM合同会社

The final race of the 3-year-old dirt triple crown, the Japan Dirt Classic (JpnⅠ), and the JBC-bound top fillies from across the country will gather for the Ladies Prelude (JpnⅡ). The Tokyo Hai (JpnⅡ), a traditional sprint race marking its 60th running, will also be held.

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Original東京シティ競馬(TCK)は大井競馬第10回開催(10/4~10/9)にて、レディスプレリュード、ジャパンダートクラシック、東京盃の3夜連続ダートグレード競走を実施。中島美嘉さんやクロちゃん、萩野公介さんなどのゲスト出演、ミックファイア号の引退セレモニー、相馬野馬追などのイベントも予定されている。

Facts

  • Original大井競馬第10回開催(10/4~10/9)
  • The first 7,000 people
  • Purchases of ¥500 or more made that day

Companies mentioned:特別区競馬組合、東京シティ競馬、TCK、JRA、熊本県

Hacobu develops a transportation and delivery system supporting 鴻池運輸’s core businesses 〜An integrated platform connecting everything from orders to billing and payments, enabling profitability to be tracked for each project〜

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Hacobu developed and provided 鴻池運輸 with a transportation and delivery system for its Kunitachi Distribution Center and North Kanto Distribution Center Sales Office, connecting the entire process from orders to billing and payments, and reducing dispatching time and month-end closing work.

Facts

  • 100–200 reconciliation tasks in 1 day
  • More than 160 hours per month spent on dispatching work
  • Cuts month-end closing work by 3 days
  • Original両拠点合計で1日400台の車両が稼働
  • Across the 8-person team
  • A list view offering an overview of approximately 50 vehicles

Companies mentioned:株式会社Hacobu、Hacobu、鴻池運輸、鴻池運輸株式会社、KONOIKEグループ

【Givenchy】The “Holiday Collection 2026” arrives as a limited edition, a gift from the “Givenchy Post” that opens when the midnight bell rings!

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パルファム ジバンシイ, operated by LVMHフレグランスブランズ株式会社, will release a limited-edition makeup collection and fragrance set for the 2026 holiday season.

Facts

  • 7,480 yen, including tax
  • ¥5,280 including tax
  • 6,050 yen, tax included
  • ¥6,270 (tax included)
  • ¥19,800 or more (tax included)
  • ¥19,910 (tax included)
  • ¥10,010 (tax included)
  • 99% skincare ingredients
  • 92% naturally derived ingredients

Companies mentioned:LVMHフレグランスブランズ株式会社、パルファム ジバンシイ、ジバンシイ ビューティー GINZA SIX

Support for removing and caring for the “separated lash” look, a staple of idol-inspired makeup! 粧美堂 launches “Separated-Lash Serum” and “Bare-Lash Mascara Remover”

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粧美堂株式会社 will release “Separated-Lash Serum” and “Bare-Lash Mascara Remover” on Oct. 1, 2026.

Facts

  • 1,760 yen (tax included)
  • 990 yen (tax included)
  • On sale from Thursday, October 1, 2026

Companies mentioned:粧美堂株式会社、株式会社ピコモンテ・ジャパン

The moment you open the door, a magnificent panorama of Aso unfolds before you: “La Vista Minamiaso” grand-opens on Friday, Oct. 2, 2026

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“La Vista Minamiaso,” a resort hotel operated by 共立メンテナンス, will grand-open on Oct. 2, 2026. It features 90 guest rooms with spectacular views of Aso and hot spring facilities, and will be the 2nd La Vista property in Kyushu.

Facts

  • Friday, October 2, 2026
  • A total of 90 rooms
  • 45 properties nationwide
  • 32,000 yen

Companies mentioned:株式会社 共立メンテナンス、共立メンテナンス、共立リゾート

Original設立15周年「世界とつながるFX、選べる15の世界遺産の旅プレゼントキャンペーン」実施のお知らせ

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OriginalSBI FXトレード株式会社は、2026年11月22日の設立15周年を記念し、2026年10月1日から「世界とつながるFX、選べる15の世界遺産の旅プレゼントキャンペーン」を実施する。応募者の中から抽選で合計3組6名に、JTBが提供する15の旅行先から選べるペア旅行を贈呈する。

Facts

  • 15th anniversary
  • Will mark its 15th anniversary on Nov. 22, 2026
  • The campaign will run starting October 1, 2026.
  • 15 destinations
  • For a total of 3 pairs (6 people)

Companies mentioned:SBIホールディングス株式会社、SBI FXトレード株式会社、株式会社JTB、一般社団法人金融先物取引業協会、一般社団法人日本暗号資産等取引業協会

Companies selected for Phase Ⅲ of the TRY!YAMANASHI! Social Implementation Support Program

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Original山梨県は「TRY!YAMANASHI!社会実装サポート事業」の第Ⅲ期採択企業として、(株)AILE、(株)asai、(株)ココロミルの3社を選定した。各社には最大500万円の補助金と伴走支援が提供され、プロジェクトは令和8年10月から実施される。

Facts

  • The following 3 companies were selected.
  • A subsidy of up to 5 million yen (subsidy rate: 1/2)
  • Subsidy rate: 1/2

Companies mentioned:山梨県、(株)AILE、(株)asai、(株)ココロミル

New perfume and original merchandise featuring newly drawn illustrations of 4 childhood friends in knit dresses from the TV anime “Childhood Friends Can't Be a Love Comedy” go on sale!

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FAIRYTAIL株式会社 will release 4 fragrances and original merchandise featuring new illustrations of characters from the TV anime “Childhood Friends Can't Be a Love Comedy” on September 30, 2026.

Facts

  • Sept. 30, 2026
  • Capacity: 50ml
  • Price: ¥4,950 (tax included)
  • Size: A4
  • Price: ¥550 (tax included)
  • Price: ¥1,650 (tax included)
  • Capacity: 20 g
  • Price: 770 yen (tax included)
  • Price: 660 yen (tax included)
  • Price: 1,100 yen (tax included)

Companies mentioned:FAIRYTAIL株式会社、フェアリーテイル株式会社、講談社、Amazon、楽天市場

Used by more than 20,000 companies cumulatively across the series! Novacell produces a new commercial for “Bakuraku,” the AI company LayerX's service

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Novacell is producing a TV commercial for “Bakuraku,” LayerX's agent service. It is scheduled to begin airing on September 28, 2026.

Facts

  • Airing begins: Monday, September 28, 2026

Companies mentioned:ノバセル株式会社、LayerX、ラクスル株式会社

SYSTRA and ダッソー・システムズ partner on next-generation virtual twins for transportation infrastructure

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SYSTRA and ダッソー・システムズ announced a technology partnership in digital engineering focused on next-generation virtual twins for transportation infrastructure at InnoTrans 2026.

Facts

  • Sept. 24, 2026
  • For more than 65 years
  • With 12,000 employees
  • providing services in more than 80 countries worldwide
  • generating 80% of its revenue overseas
  • Since its founding in 1981
  • 390,000 customers have worked together

Companies mentioned:SYSTRA、ダッソー・システムズ、3D UNIV+RSES、3DEXPERIENCE

Delivered directly from Akita via JR東日本's “Hakobyun.” “Kinman Nama,” a fresh-style Akita confection available only locally, to be sold for a limited time at select 紀ノ国屋 stores

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“Kinman Nama (fresh)” Akita sweets will be sold for a limited time at select 紀ノ国屋 stores using JR東日本's “Hakobyun” service.

Facts

  • Original1パック864円
  • Use-by period: 3 days
  • 10 pieces per pack
  • 1953 (Showa 28)

Companies mentioned:JR東日本、株式会社紀ノ國屋、紀ノ国屋

“Nue,” featured in Taiki's exhibition, becomes a 1/5-scale statue

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A 1/5-scale statue bringing illustrator タイキ氏's work “Nue” to life is now available for preorder from “PRIME 1 STATUE,” the high-end brand of 株式会社プライム1スタジオ. The price is 260,590 yen (tax included), and release is scheduled for February–May 2028.

Facts

  • 1/5 scale
  • Starts October 1
  • Scheduled for February–May 2028
  • ¥260,590
  • Sales quantity: 500
  • Overall height: 25 cm
  • Overall width: 43 cm
  • Depth: 45 cm
  • Overall height: 36.6 cm
  • Overall width: 80 cm
  • Weight: approximately 4.4 kg

Companies mentioned:株式会社プライム1スタジオ、PRIME 1 STATUE、プライム1スタジオ公式オンラインストア

Yū Matsudo Festa 2026 keynote lecture: “Toward a Society Where Everyone Can Live Comfortably”

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松戸市, Chiba Prefecture, will host a keynote lecture by Yoko Hayashi at the opening of Yū Matsudo Festa 2026.

Facts

  • 2026
  • First 50 people only
  • First 8 people

Companies mentioned:松戸市、公益財団法人市川房枝記念会女性と政治センター、信山社

ヌーラボ launches “Whole Team Starts at 0 Yen Campaign” for businesses switching to Backlog

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株式会社ヌーラボ has launched the “Whole Team Starts at 0 Yen Campaign,” which supports businesses switching from other companies' project and task management tools to Backlog. The offer is for corporate customers, and usage fees are waived through March 31, 2027.

Facts

  • Whole Team Starts at 0 Yen Campaign
  • Wednesday, Mar. 31, 2027
  • Up to 6 months
  • During October 2026
  • Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
  • Thursday, Dec. 31, 2026

Companies mentioned:株式会社ヌーラボ、ヌーラボ、Backlog

【藍屋】Celebrate your child's growth! Introducing “Aiya Maru Kids”! A limited-time campaign will also give away Chitose candy!

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The Japanese restaurant 藍屋, operated by 株式会社すかいらーくレストランツ, will begin serving “Aiya Maru Kids,” a celebratory meal for elementary school-aged children and younger, on October 8, 2026, and will hold a limited-time campaign giving away Chitose candy.

Facts

  • Starting Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026
  • During the period through Monday, November 23, 2026 (national holiday)
  • 1,999 yen (2,199 yen including tax)
  • ¥599 (¥659 including tax)
  • 1,209 yen (1,330 yen including tax)
  • 3,482 yen (3,830 yen including tax)
  • A 10% late-night surcharge will be added.

Companies mentioned:株式会社すかいらーくホールディングス、株式会社すかいらーくレストランツ、藍屋

【Sint-Truiden】Regarding the signing of a sponsorship agreement with 株式会社BearMedi

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STVV has signed a Canary Sponsor agreement with 株式会社BearMedi for the 2026-2027 season.

Facts

  • For the 2026-2027 season
  • Founded in 1924
  • In November 2017
  • In 2018
  • As the 5 pillars
  • Finished 3rd in the 2025-26 season
  • 43 points
  • 22 wins, 5 draws, 13 losses
  • 61 goals scored, 46 conceded
  • Goal difference: 15

Companies mentioned:シント=トロイデンVV、STVV、株式会社BearMedi、合同会社DMM.com、FC東京、SLベンフィカ、アル・ラーヤンSC、V・ファーレン長崎、湘南ベルマーレ、サガン鳥栖、セレッソ大阪、鹿島アントラーズ、トッテナム・ホットスパーFC

Original理想の卵料理をキユーピーの技術で叶える 「キユーピーのたまご」から「炒卵(チャーラン)®(黄金炒飯用卵)」「お料理用卵」「濃厚卵プリンの素」3品を新発売

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キユーピー株式会社 will launch 3 frozen egg products for cooking, made with its proprietary technology—炒卵, お料理用卵 and 濃厚卵プリンの素—at select e-commerce sites and supermarkets starting October 1, 2026.

Facts

  • 3 products
  • Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
  • About 80%
  • About 70%
  • Net weight: 70 g
  • Net weight: 100 g
  • Net weight: 200 g
  • Best-before period: 1 year frozen

Companies mentioned:キユーピー株式会社、キユーピー

Originalコミックシーモアが『2026年 オリコン顧客満足度ランキング』「電子コミックサービス 総合型」で3年連続の第1位を獲得

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OriginalNTTソルマーレが運営する電子コミックサービス「コミックシーモア」が、オリコンが発表した2026年顧客満足度ランキングの「電子コミックサービス 総合型」で3年連続第1位を獲得した。

Facts

  • 34 companies surveyed
  • 3 consecutive years, following last year
  • 4th time overall※
  • 20% off coupon for 3 books
  • 20% off 3 books
  • Sample size: 6,308 people
  • More than 40 million monthly users
  • More than 1.96 million books available
  • More than 2,500 original comics
  • More than 4.51 million customer reviews
  • More than 66,700 free titles
  • More than 1,500 special campaigns

Companies mentioned:NTTソルマーレ株式会社、コミックシーモア、オリコン株式会社、株式会社oricon ME

Original「星ピュレ」発見率UP中!カンロ「ピュレグミ」とサンリオキャラクター「リトルツインスターズ」が初コラボレーション 「キキ&ララ 星ピュレのおまじないメーカー」2026年10月1日(木)から期間限定公開

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Originalカンロ株式会社は、ピュレグミのレア型「星ピュレ」発見率アップを記念し、サンリオキャラクター「リトルツインスターズ」と初コラボレーションを実施。2026年10月1日よりオリジナル画像作成コンテンツとキャンペーンを展開する。

Facts

  • Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
  • 15:00
  • October 31 (Saturday)
  • 23:59
  • Around 162 yen including tax
  • 56 g each
  • 7 kinds of wishes
  • Pure Gummy 15-color set
  • Pure Gummy 3-variety set
  • Around 194 yen including tax
  • November 10, 1912 (Taisho 元年)
  • Since its launch in 2002
  • as it marks its 50th anniversary since debut in 2025
  • Cumulative sales amount, April 2024–March 2025

Companies mentioned:カンロ株式会社、サンリオ、株式会社インテージSRI+

[Held Nov. 26 (Thu.)] TRUST × RELATIONSHIP—Marketing strategies for an era when relationships become a competitive advantage! Registration now open for the Marketing Forum!

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株式会社宣伝会議 has opened registration for the Marketing Forum, to be held on Nov. 26, 2026, at Hamamatsucho Convention Hall. This free event offers insights into marketing strategies centered on trust and relationships in the generative AI era.

Facts

  • Nov. 26, 2026
  • 10:00~17:50
  • Doors open: 9:30
  • Approximately 100,000 people annually

Companies mentioned:株式会社宣伝会議、KAIGI GROUP、日本生命

Fukuoka’s Nakasu district: “GRANADA SUITE on À TABLE” to serve lavishly grilled premium Kyushu meats; a Christmas dinner focused on luxury arrives

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“GRANADA SUITE on À TABLE” in Nakasu, Fukuoka, operated by 株式会社ポジティブドリームパーソンズ, will begin offering a special dinner course for the Christmas season, available only from Dec. 19 to 25. It offers a ¥13,000 course featuring meat and ingredients from Kyushu, as well as a proposal plan.

Facts

  • Number of employees: 1,154

Companies mentioned:株式会社ポジティブドリームパーソンズ、GRANADA SUITE on À TABLE、味彩牛、どんぐりポーク、梶屋牛、延岡鹿肉、永田農園、宮若白水さん、大窪さん、延岡天下鶏、田中椎茸、日向灘、宮崎ヘベス、種子島 梶屋牛、延岡「まつだ屋ジビエ」、奥八女 谷口さん、フルフル風の森

“THE Tender HOUSE DINING,” a 5-minute walk from Shirokanedai Station, offers a Christmas-only dinner in a sophisticated modern dining space on Platinum Street

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Reservations are now open for a special dinner course available only during the Christmas season, Dec. 19–25, at “THE Tender HOUSE DINING,” operated by 株式会社ポジティブドリームパーソンズ. The ¥13,000 price includes tax and service charges, and the restaurant serves creative Peruvian cuisine. A proposal plan at the on-site chapel is also available.

Facts

  • ¥10,000– (tax and service charges included)
  • Number of employees: 1,154

Companies mentioned:株式会社ポジティブドリームパーソンズ、THE Tender HOUSE DINING

As part of a co-creation project between Sumitomo Life and FamiOne, an outreach lesson on sex education was held at Osaka Municipal Enomoto Elementary School in Osaka Prefecture

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株式会社ファミワン held an online outreach lesson on sex education for 5th graders at Osaka Municipal Enomoto Elementary School, as part of a co-creation project with 住友生命保険相互会社. In the midwife-led lesson, students learned about changes during puberty and “NO GO TELL.” In a follow-up survey, 93.2% of respondents said the lesson would be useful in their daily lives.

Facts

  • 93.2% of respondents
  • Valid responses: n=118

Companies mentioned:株式会社ファミワン、住友生命保険相互会社、小田急電鉄、TBS厚生会、大成建設、NTT、講談社

Original伝統と革新、複雑さの中に現れる美と調和 ドン ペリニヨンとダミアン・ハースト 創造の本質をめぐる対話 2026年限定エディションを発表

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モエ ヘネシー Japan has announced a 2026 limited edition of ドン ペリニヨン, created in collaboration with contemporary artist Damien Hirst. The edition includes Vintage 2018 and Rosé Vintage 2010.

Facts

  • 2026 limited edition
  • Suggested retail price: ¥41,000 (excluding tax)
  • ¥45,100 (tax included)
  • Volume: 750 ml
  • Alcohol content: 12.5%
  • Release date: Oct. 1, 2026, at major department stores nationwide and elsewhere
  • Suggested retail price: ¥64,800 (excluding tax)
  • ¥71,280 (including tax)

Companies mentioned:モエ ヘネシー ジャパン株式会社、ドン ペリニヨン、Dom Pérignon、モエ ヘネシー

Announcement of the publication of the “S&B Foods Report: Integrated Report 2026”

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エスビー食品株式会社 has published the “S&B Foods Report: Integrated Report 2026,” aimed at deepening stakeholders’ understanding, and made it available on its website.

Facts

  • 2026
  • 2043
  • 2033

Companies mentioned:エスビー食品株式会社、エスビー食品グループ

New “LUNA CLASSICO” watches from Italian-born brand Orobianco embodying classical beauty

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株式会社ドウシシャ will launch the “LUNA CLASSICO” watch series, a new offering from the Italian-born brand “Orobianco,” in September 2026.

Facts

  • To be released sequentially starting in September 2026
  • Orobianco marks the 30th anniversary of its founding in 2026
  • Case size: 38 mm
  • ¥36,300 including tax
  • ¥35,200 including tax
  • Capital: 4.993 billion yen

Companies mentioned:株式会社ドウシシャ、Orobianco、ドウシシャ

レバジョブ launches job-change support for construction management engineers at its Osaka branch

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レバジョブ, a job-change service operated by レバレジーズ株式会社, began providing job-change support for construction management engineers at its Osaka branch on Oct. 1, 2026. The initiative addresses growing demand for redevelopment and data center construction in the Kansai area, as well as labor shortages in the construction industry.

Facts

  • From Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
  • An integrated resort (IR) is scheduled to open in 2030
  • Labor-shortage-related bankruptcies reached 227 cases in the first half of 2026
  • Construction had the most cases by industry, with 65
  • Capital: 50 million yen
  • Established: April 2005
  • In fiscal 2025, annual sales exceeded ¥170 billion*

Companies mentioned:レバレジーズ株式会社、レバジョブ、帝国データバンク

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