Get hands-on with a tourism forecast platform that provides a view of tourism demand six months ahead! Meet “かんたんチェックイン” and “WebInsights” at CEATEC 2026 (OpenTone).
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株式会社オープントーン will exhibit at CEATEC 2026 as a member of the 観光予報プラットフォーム推進協議会, offering hands-on experiences with the “観光予報プラットフォーム,” “かんたんチェックイン,” and “WebInsights.”
Facts
Original2026年10月13日（火）〜16日（金）
Booth No. 7H122
1,741 municipalities nationwide
21,708 registered users
Used by 20,379 students at 147 schools
This is the 4th consecutive year exhibiting at CEATEC.
【佐賀市】Ebisu deities from Saga head to Ebisu in Tokyo! A journey of good fortune spanning about 100 years
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An Ebisu statue made about 100 years ago in 佐賀市 set off on September 28, 2026, for the Tokyo shop “Art, Tea & Bar homunculus” in Ebisu, where it will be installed via Nishinomiya Shrine. A large mural by artist Kensuke Miyazaki and workshops will also be held, with the unveiling scheduled for October 31.
Facts
About 100 years ago
September 28, 2026
More than 830 Ebisu deities
Oct. 31
Companies mentioned：佐賀市役所、佐賀市、兵庫県・西宮神社、鎮西西宮社、Art, Tea & Bar homunculus、渋谷区
2026 Lifestyle & Sleep Survey of People Living Alone
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The Hitorigurashi Research Institute, operated by 株式会社エイブルホールディングス, conducted the “2026 Lifestyle & Sleep Survey of People Living Alone.” It found low rates of brushing teeth and washing faces after waking among unmarried men and women living alone, a tendency to catch up on sleep on days off, and a relationship between bed size and mattress prices.
Facts
Survey size: 1,001 people
A survey of 523 unmarried men and women living alone found that
The figure was just 49.2% among men
Compared with 22.3% among men
Compared with 56.7% among men
Compared with 21.3% among men
The average sleep duration on workdays was 6 hours and 1 minute, compared with
6 hours and 35 minutes on days off
an increase of 34 minutes
from 61.4% on weekdays
to a marked drop to 50.4% on days off
Instead, “at least 7 hours but less than 9 hours” accounted for 19.2%.
At 35.7%, the figure was almost twice as high.
For sleep environments, beds are the most common choice at 70.1%, but
futon mattresses also accounted for 27.3%.
Those who preferred single beds made up an overwhelming majority at 60.9%.
Those who said they had a semi-double or larger bed also accounted for 26.9%.
At least 7 hours accounted for 47.4%.
Compared with 32.3% of men in their 30s
the result was 15.1% higher.
Among men in their 40s, “less than 3 hours” accounted for 5.7%.
At least 7 hours accounted for 40.8%.
Mattresses cost an average of ¥16,000–¥25,000.
For double beds, the figure was ¥66,900 for women.
and ¥56,600 for men.
For double-size mattresses, prices of ¥100,000 or more
accounted for more than 20%.
Original１万円未満と回答した人が３〜４割を占めており
厚生労働省 recommends that adults get at least 6 hours of sleep.
【SHANLING】The M7T Master, an Android portable player with vacuum tubes and output of up to 1020mW@32Ω, goes on sale Friday, October 9, 2026.
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株式会社MUSIN will launch the SHANLING brand’s M7T Master, an Android portable player with vacuum tubes, on October 9, 2026. It delivers a maximum output of 1020mW@32Ω and features an AKM DAC and JAN6418 vacuum tubes. The price is ¥197,010 (tax included).
Facts
Sales begin Friday, October 9, 2026.
Regular retail price including tax: ¥197,010 (tax included)
【SHANLING】Featuring a rich copper finish that takes on a modern hue with use, the new UA7 Copper and M8T Copper models go on sale Friday, October 9, 2026.
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株式会社MUSIN will launch the SHANLING-brand copper-alloy models “UA7 Copper” and “M8T Copper” on Oct. 9, 2026.
【ONIX】The compact pure player “Tocata XM2 Copper,” made with high-strength copper alloy to offer a new feel and appearance, goes on sale Friday, Oct. 9, 2026.
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株式会社MUSIN will launch the “ONIX Tocata XM2 Copper,” a compact pure player with a high-strength copper-alloy casing, on Oct. 9, 2026. The price is ¥96,030 including tax.
【New Revival Seminars】Registration opens for seminars on practical responses to revisions to the Insurance Business Act, internal audits at りそなHD, financial crime prevention and effectiveness reviews, and more! | セミナーインフォ
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株式会社セミナーインフォ has opened registration for 9 new on-demand online seminar topics for legal, audit and risk management professionals at financial institutions and companies, including the revised Insurance Business Act for Reiwa 8 and internal audits at りそなHD.
【October 2026】Music Planet singer auditions have drawn more than 450,000 applications to date | No experience required; individual feedback from producers
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Music Planet, operated by 株式会社アプラ, will hold singer auditions in October 2026. The auditions have received more than 450,000 applications to date and feature no experience requirement, remote screening and individual feedback from well-known producers.
Our first programming career experience, made possible by a consultation from a parent, was selected for the “Press Release Award 2026 Best101”
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A press release distributed by learningBOX株式会社 was selected for the “Press Release Award 2026 Best101.” It covered the company’s first career experience program at an IT company (Try-Yaru Week), for students at Tatsuno Higashi Junior High School in Tatsuno, Hyogo Prefecture.
“BYD AUTO Asahikawa” to open on Saturday, October 17, 2026
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株式会社D&D Import Japan, an authorized dealer of BYD Auto Japan株式会社, BYD’s Japanese subsidiary, will open Hokkaido’s first satellite store, “BYD AUTO Asahikawa,” on Oct. 17, 2026.
Facts
Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026
September 29 (Tue.)
10:00～18:00
0166-76-5833
1995
6 continents
More than 110 countries and regions
More than 400 cities
Companies mentioned：BYD JAPAN 株式会社、BYD Auto Japan株式会社、BAJ、株式会社D&D Import Japan、BYD Company Ltd.、BYDグループ
AMPULE MAGAZINE Vol. 17, a free magazine for the beauty industry exploring artisans’ skills and philosophies, published | Theme: “J-Beauty imbued with craftsmanship”
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トレンダーズ株式会社 has published AMPULE MAGAZINE Vol. 17, a free magazine for the beauty industry. The theme is “J-Beauty imbued with craftsmanship,” and the issue explores artisans’ skills and philosophies.
“M-1 Emotional Explosion Exhibition” opens at LUCUA Osaka! A first: experience the full range of emotions comedians pour into M-1.
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The “M-1 Emotional Explosion Exhibition” will be held from Nov. 21 to Dec. 6, 2026, at LUCUA Osaka, operated by JR西日本SC開発株式会社. The immersive exhibition lets visitors experience comedians’ emotions. Regular admission is ¥2,500, among other ticket options.
Public rideshare pilot to launch across Kamianakusa City on Oct. 2
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株式会社NearMe and Kamianakusa City, Kumamoto Prefecture, will launch a public rideshare pilot on Oct. 2, 2026, to address gaps in transportation late on weekend nights.
Facts
Begins Friday, Oct. 2, 2026
More than 1.5 million tourists visit each year
About 60% of people do not hold a driver's license
【Online conference】“AI Enablement Summit 2026” — Practical insights for turning AI into “results” in enterprise operations
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ユームテクノロジージャパン株式会社 and 株式会社カクシン will hold the online conference “AI Enablement Summit 2026” on Oct. 7, 2026. Companies including Brother Industries and Fujitsu will share practical insights on implementing AI in the field and generating results.
A gathering of children’s “favorites” and “I want to try that!”: report on the “People Children’s Curiosity Festival,” attended by about 100 parent-child groups
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乳幼児玩具メーカーのピープル株式会社 held the “People Children’s Curiosity Festival in Minatomirai” at MARK IS Minatomirai on Sept. 18, with about 100 parent-child groups taking part.
Power storage system delivered to Daiwa House Industry’s grid-scale battery storage facility
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株式会社パワーエックス delivered 4 “Mega Power 2700A” battery storage systems (rated capacity: 9.8 MWh) to a grid-scale battery storage facility newly built by Daiwa House Industry in Kurate, Fukuoka Prefecture. The facility began operations on Sept. 16, 2026.
A financial and career education game for schools that lets students practice for life was played by 89 sixth-graders
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ブロードマインド株式会社 held an outreach class for 89 sixth-grade students at 渋谷区立笹塚小学校 using “Life Produce,” a financial and career education card game. The company has provided the program to more than 5,000 children and students and has handled a cumulative total of 200,000 consultations.
4 new products for spring/summer 2027 to launch Nov. 2 [Responding to changes in eating habits and co-creating new dining experiences]
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ケンコーマヨネーズ株式会社 will launch 4 new products for spring/summer 2027 starting Nov. 2. Under the theme “Responding to changes in eating habits and co-creating new dining experiences,” the lineup includes 2 “Dressings for Traveling the World” products and 2 salad and deli products.
First in the Tokai region: Himawari, operated by 愛生館グループ, fully adopts the license-free short-distance mobility device WHILL
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Himawari, a long-term care health facility operated by 愛生館グループ, has become the first in the Tokai region to fully adopt WHILL株式会社’s license-free short-distance mobility device WHILL, and has launched “WHILL Driving School.”
Facts
Expected to rise to about 35% by 2040
The population aged 65 and over exceeds 12 million
Fall-limited menu items arrive at The Coach Coffee Shop
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The Coach Coffee Shop, a cafe operated by COACH, will offer fall-limited menu items such as pumpkin chai lattes and maple lattes starting Oct. 2, 2026. The Kisarazu store will also serve honey sea-salt soft-serve ice cream.
[Limited time] The popular “Ocha-ken Smartphone Stickers” are returning for a limited-time reissue, with editions 1 through 4! All 4 editions, previously sold in random assortments, will be available from today in a special “choose your design” format!
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株式会社サムライソード announced that it will bring back Ocha-ken smartphone stickers from editions 1 through 4 for sale from Oct. 2 to Nov. 30, 2026. Previously sold in random assortments, they will now be available in a “choose your design” format, priced at 250 yen for L size and 500 yen for 2L size.
Fall limited-time menu items “Autumn Banquet” and “朱花,” plus a special exhibition evoking the world of 祇園辻利, to mark the finale of 大丸心斎橋店’s 300th anniversary
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株式会社祇園辻利 will offer the fall-limited menu items “Autumn Banquet” and “朱花” starting Oct. 1, 2026, and hold a special exhibition to mark the finale of 大丸心斎橋店’s 300th anniversary.
BRUSH’s 恵倭子秋山 to speak at Shiseido Professional’s “SPa-Expert Global Ambassador Program 2026”
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恵倭子秋山, chair of the board of directors of 株式会社BRUSH, spoke at “SPa-Expert Global Ambassador Program 2026,” hosted by Shiseido Professional. Drawing on her experience in sales for luxury brands, she spoke about the importance of customer touchpoints and her convictions.
Entering its 10th year of new graduate recruitment, 大和財託 holds 2027 graduate job offer ceremony
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大和財託株式会社 held a job offer ceremony at its Tokyo headquarters on Oct. 1, 2026, for 15 prospective new graduates scheduled to join the company in 2027. The company began recruiting new graduates in 2017, and this fiscal year’s intake of 15 is its largest ever.
Facts
The 2027 new graduate intake has grown to 15 people
Limited-edition “Moomin” goods arrive! Mobile retail truck Chara★Van (キャラヴァン) to make special stops at 3 アミング stores over the 三-day holiday weekend starting Saturday, Oct. 10
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株式会社マリモクラフト’s mobile retail truck Chara★Van will visit 3 アミング stores from Oct. 10 to 12 for special sales of limited-edition “Moomin” goods.
トーエイ物流株式会社 digitizes personnel evaluations and expense settlements and automates integration with its financial system by adopting the X-point Cloud workflow system
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株式会社エイトレッド published a case study on how トーエイ物流 adopted the X-point Cloud workflow system to digitize personnel evaluations and expense settlements and automate integration with its financial system.
カクイチ uses AI to detect data anomalies early at more than 17,000 solar power facilities nationwide
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ウイングアーク１ｓｔ株式会社 announced a case study on 株式会社カクイチ’s solar power facility anomaly detection system. Using MotionBoard, dejiren AI and Slack, the system detects anomalies early and sends automatic notifications at more than 17,000 facilities nationwide, speeding up responses.
Facts
More than 17,000 solar power facilities nationwide
It improved by 2 to 3 times, based on our experience
First-ever “HR Musubi Forum 2026 Autumn,” an exchange event connecting universities and corporate HR teams, to be held Oct. 19
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株式会社ワンキャリア will hold the first “HR Musubi Forum 2026 Autumn” on Oct. 19, 2026, an in-person networking event where university career centers and corporate new graduate recruitment representatives can speak directly.
Originalセシールの新レーベル「C2 by Cécile」より秋冬シーズンを彩る新作ラインナップを10月2日（金）より発売。好評を博したデビューコレクションに続き、販売開始早々完売、追加発注を受けて好調に展開。
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株式会社セシール will launch the fall/winter collection from its new label “C2 by Cécile” starting Oct. 2. The debut collection sold out and has performed strongly.
“Large-Size Fried Oysters,” packed with rich flavor and aroma, go on sale Friday, Oct. 2.
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株式会社大戸屋 will begin selling large Hiroshima-grown fried oysters in limited quantities at stores nationwide on Oct. 2, 2026. Set meals start at ¥1,420, and à la carte orders start at ¥1,330. Sales run through Feb. 28, 2027.
河合塾KALS to hold joint information session for graduate programs for aspiring certified public psychologists and clinical psychologists at its Shinjuku main campus on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026 — professors from 武蔵野大学大学院 and 帝京平成大学大学院 to speak
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河合塾KALS will hold a joint information session on Nov. 7, 2026, for university students and working adults aspiring to become certified public psychologists and clinical psychologists, with professors from 武蔵野大学大学院 and 帝京平成大学大学院.
ギブリー launches “Knowledge Agent,” an AI agent that improves contact center knowledge
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株式会社ギブリー has added and launched “Knowledge Agent,” a new feature that uses AI to improve knowledge, to its “DECA Service Agent” AI agent platform for contact centers.
Tackling the gap between “evolving systems” and “comfort on the ground.” ランスタッド highlights psychological safety at 九州プライド for the 4th consecutive year
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ランスタッド株式会社 will exhibit at “Kyushu Rainbow Pride 2026,” held in Fukuoka in October 2026, for the 4th consecutive year, promoting psychological safety and respect for diversity.
アパマンショップ to hold the 44th “Honey-chan AR Photo Contest” from Oct. 2 to mark the birthday of its official character “Honey-chan”
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APAMAN株式会社 will hold the “44th Honey-chan AR Photo Contest” from Oct. 2 to Oct. 12, 2026, to mark the birthday of its official character “Honey-chan.” 10 winners will receive exclusive merchandise and 2 kg of rice.
Japan’s first 24-hour pickleball court (※), opening by Soka Station (※according to our research)│Free trial sessions from Nov. 1 ahead of the Nov. 17 opening. Reservations open today, Oct. 2
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株式会社ティップネス will open Japan’s first 24-hour indoor pickleball court by Soka Station on Nov. 17, 2026. Free trial sessions will be held from Nov. 1, and reservations open on Oct. 2.
Yayoi Accounting Next launches “Management Analysis AI” to put accounting data to work for business management
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弥生株式会社 launched “Management Analysis AI,” which strengthens business support functions in its cloud accounting software for corporations, “Yayoi Accounting Next,” on Oct. 1, 2026. The new “Management Diagnosis” feature helps users understand and review their business situation using accumulated accounting data.
オープン to exhibit at “Medical Japan Tokyo”; seminar materials available to booth visitors
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オープン株式会社 will exhibit at the “9th Medical Japan Tokyo,” held at Makuhari Messe from Oct. 7 to 9, 2026, showcasing medical-work automation using RPA “BizRobo!” and generative AI. On the final day, Oct. 9, it will join 福島赤十字病院 in a seminar and present specific use cases.
7 days from Shibuya to move the future. 1 month to go until “SOCIAL INNOVATION WEEK 2026”!
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一般社団法人渋谷未来デザイン will co-host “SOCIAL INNOVATION WEEK 2026” with 渋谷区 from Nov. 2 to 8, 2026. Now in its 9th year, the event will bring together industry, government, academia and the public to discuss a range of social issues, including measures against illicit recruitment for criminal jobs, disaster preparedness, urban farms, and education and welfare using skateboarding. It will also feature hands-on programs.
Facts
Original2026年11月2日（月）〜8日（日）の7日間
SIW marks its 9th year this year
More than 1,400 high school students in 渋谷区
A cycle of 10 years since the previous Kumamoto earthquake
The first fall/winter collection from the brand “FLAT,” designed for work and leisure
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青山商事株式会社 will launch the first fall/winter collection from its work-and-leisure brand “FLAT” on Oct. 2 at 22 スーツスクエア stores and its official online store.
[nishikawa 460th anniversary initiative] Bringing energy to Japan through better sleep! The “Nippon Good Sleep Declaration” project launches, along with a tie-up with a popular ニッポン放送 podcast
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西川株式会社 launched the “Nippon Good Sleep Declaration,” a communications project to raise awareness about sleep, on Oct. 2, 2026, as part of its 460th anniversary initiatives. The project includes a tie-up with a ニッポン放送 podcast and an interactive campaign starting on Oct. 10, “Futon Day.”
京都丹後鉄道 launches official YouTube channel, “WILLER TRAINS公式 丹鉄チャンネル”! — Bringing the appeal of 丹鉄, from behind the scenes of railway operations and attendants’ hospitality to stunning views and onboard cafes, to audiences nationwide
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WILLER TRAINS株式会社 has launched the official YouTube channel for 京都丹後鉄道, “WILLER TRAINS公式 丹鉄チャンネル.” The channel will post content starring 丹鉄, including behind-the-scenes railway footage and onboard cafes, on the 1st and 3rd Fridays of each month, as part of a 観光庁-supported project.
SmartHR expands AI-powered “automated browser operation” feature, automating account creation and deletion for web services without API support
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株式会社SmartHR has expanded the AI-powered “automated browser operation” feature in SmartHR’s “ID Management” function and launched a service that automates account creation and deletion for web services without API integration support.
Facts
Around 10 seconds
About 60 seconds
Approximately 1 minute
Approximately 2–3 minutes
Approximately 83%
May 2026
January 23, 2013
100 million yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社SmartHR、SmartHR、かぶらやグループ、KICK ZA ISSUE株式会社、株式会社SUNITED、デロイト トーマツ ミック経済研究所株式会社
JQA issues Japan’s first JIS B 8445 certification in the service robot sector
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一般財団法人日本品質保証機構 (JQA) issued Japan’s first JIS Mark certification based on JIS B 8445 in the service robot sector to MELDY, a hospital delivery robot made by 三菱電機モビリティ株式会社, effective Oct. 1, 2026.
Hareruya, one of Japan’s largest trading card game (TCG) specialty stores, builds a robust OMO resale e-commerce business on EC-CUBE, creating a passionate community
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Original株式会社イルグルム連結子会社のイーシーキューブは、TCG専門店「晴れる屋」がEC-CUBEを用いて構築したOMOリユースECサイトの事例を公開。同サイトは「EC-CUBE Site Award –20th Anniversary–」の最高賞を受賞し、月間約1億円の店頭受取流通額やAIによる査定効率化などの成果を示している。
Facts
This case study marks EC-CUBE’s 20th anniversary in 2026
EC-CUBE’s 20th anniversary
Reaching approximately 100 million yen per month
Card appraisals totaling around 5 million cards per month
An overwhelming inventory estimated at 10 million cards
More than ten languages
Rapidly expanded to 2.5 times the previous year's level
For Startups selected as a member of a consortium to provide planning, operations and other services for SusHi Tech Tokyo 2027
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For Startups was selected as a contractor for planning, operations and other services for SusHi Tech Tokyo 2027 as a member of a consortium formed with デロイト トーマツ ベンチャーサポート株式会社, 株式会社博展 and 一般社団法人ベンチャー・カフェ東京.
Facts
Ahead of the event in May 2027
Starting today, Friday, Oct. 2
Date: Thursday, May 20, 2027
Attendance: 60,779 people from 103 countries and regions
TOKYO MODERNISM SHOW 2026 to be held at 2 venues in Ginza: MUJI HOTEL GINZA and Ginza Sony Park
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The art project TOKYO MODERNISM SHOW 2026, co-hosted by IDÉE and 株式会社良品計画 with the cooperation of ソニー企業株式会社 and others, will run at 2 venues, MUJI HOTEL GINZA and Ginza Sony Park, starting Nov. 12, 2026.
Facts
TOKYO MODERNISM SHOW 2026
Held since 2022
Marking its 5th edition
30 galleries and vintage shops
4 floors
The mid-century period of the 1940s–60s
5-minute walk
Guest rooms on the hotel’s 7th and 8th floors
10,000 yen
Limited to 100 people
6,000 yen
3,000 yen
4,000 yen
On sale from 11 a.m. on Oct. 2
Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026
11⽉15⽇（⽇）
for more than 50 years
Companies mentioned：IDÉE、株式会社良品計画、無印良品、ソニー企業株式会社、MUJI HOTEL GINZA、Ginza Sony Park、Landscape Products、Swimsuit Department、UDS 株式会社、FEM TRE NOLL、sememe、shiroyama、BELLBET、北欧家具tanuki、Wormhole Furniture、COMMON UNCOMMON Gallery、curatorium、DEALERSHIP、Ditty Tools.、ELEPHANT、FILM、FUGLEN TOKYO、Gallery Attic、古道具 Let ’Em In、MICHIO OKAMOTO WAREHOUSE、PACIFICA COLLECTIVES、Playmountain、Pocket Park、stoop、sono vintage、chair-chair、SNORK MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY、NOW、kaikki gallery、Pyöritä、STILL LIFE、northwood、YURA vintage.、BUILDING / SWIMSUIT DEPARTMENT、Bureau YT、Ph.D.、SOMEWHERE TOKYO、新建築書店、MUJI BOOKS、ANTISTIC 小林 智弘、CASE GROUND 小松 和久、DELFONICS 佐藤 達郎、flat. 萱村 心平、free design 井川 雄太、N.HOOLYWOOD、plastic imagine オオヤ タツキ、Sirturday 今井 悟、STUDIO UNDERLINE 今野 圭、FRITZ HANSEN、HIDA、天童木工、Vitra
TERRADA ART STUDIO 京都 to host “Practical Self-Branding and the Horizons of Art,” a talk event for artists featuring curator Hitoshi Nakano and others
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TERRADA ART STUDIO 京都, operated by 寺田倉庫株式会社, will host a 3-part talk event for artists, “Practical Self-Branding and the Horizons of Art,” featuring curator Hitoshi Nakano and others, starting in October 2026.
Facts
Friday, October 16, 2026
Friday, Nov. 13
Dec. 18 (Fri.)
19：30～21：00
General admission: 1,000 yen (tax included)
Students: 500 yen (tax included)
General admission: 2,000 yen (tax included)
Students: 1,000 yen (tax included)
31 rooms in total
More than 2,000 books a year
Companies mentioned：寺田倉庫株式会社、TERRADA ART STUDIO 京都、UMMM、京都市立芸術大学、KAAT神奈川芸術劇場、神奈川県立音楽堂、神奈川県民ホール、慶應義塾大学、東北芸術工科大学、京都市京セラ美術館、MAHO KUBOTA GALLERY、名古屋芸術大学、滋賀県立美術館、京都文化博物館、公益財団法人京都市芸術文化協会、Asian Cultural Council
株式会社バンダイナムコエクスペリエンス will run the “Happy Halloween! Campaign” at capsule toy specialty store ガシャポンのデパート from Oct. 10 through 31, 2026. Follow its X account for a chance to win an e-GIFT worth 1,031 yen; 100 winners will be selected.
Facts
Worth 1,031 yen
100 winners
Saturday, October 10, 2026
Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
Companies mentioned：株式会社バンダイナムコエクスペリエンス、ガシャポンのデパート、株式会社バンダイ、Bandai Namco Experience Inc.
FIT2026 (Financial Information Technology Exhibition) exhibitor announcement: Oct. 15 (Thursday)–Oct. 16 (Friday) [Tokyo International Forum]
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株式会社ハンモック will exhibit at FIT2026, held at Tokyo International Forum on Oct. 15–16, showcasing its business card management and sales support tool, Hot Profile. The company also plans to give a talk on data utilization at a seminar it is hosting.
ホテル ラ・スイート神戸ハーバーランド will host “The 29th Shinya Tasaki Wine Talk & Dinner” on Nov. 12, 2026, featuring Shinya Tasaki, named the world’s best sommelier. The event will feature French regional cuisine by executive chef Keisuke Oyama and carefully selected wines.
A radio show questioning the “in-between” in “A Good Meeting” | Ai-da | “Ep53: What leaks out | Ai-da | ※ Short term is demand, long term is supply” now streaming on audio learning platforms VOOX and Spotify!
[Denon Event Information] Saya Ichikawa selected as record curator for the MEET RECORDS, MEET DENON. pop-up event
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デノン announced that Saya Ichikawa will serve as record curator for the MEET RECORDS, MEET DENON. pop-up event, to be held on October 17 and 18, 2026, at LIGHT BOX ATELIER in Omotesando, Tokyo.
[Bowers & Wilkins Event Information] Monthly reservation-only listening event to be held at Bowers & Wilkins AOYAMA in Aoyama, Tokyo
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Bowers & Wilkins will hold a reservation-only listening event on October 10 at its flagship store in Aoyama, Tokyo. Attendees can experience autumn jazz with a system featuring 702 S3 Signature speakers and マランツ AV amplifiers.
Rohto Pharmaceutical presents at the 36th International Federation of Societies of Cosmetic Chemists (IFSCC) World Congress; discovers new moisturizing function in phyto-exosomes using sake fermentation technology
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Rohto Pharmaceutical presented a poster on research into phyto-exosomes (SELN) using sake fermentation technology at the 36th IFSCC World Congress, held in Perth, Australia, from September 28 to October 1, 2026.
Rohto Pharmaceutical presents at the 36th International Federation of Societies of Cosmetic Chemists (IFSCC) World Congress; focuses on cream film structure after application and elucidates part of the mechanism behind lasting hydration; new cosmetic design based on the relationship between changes in lamellar structure and sustained moisturization
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At the IFSCC World Congress, Rohto Pharmaceutical elucidated the relationship between changes in lamellar structure after cream application and sustained moisturization, and proposed a simple evaluation model.
Presentation at the 36th International Federation of Societies of Cosmetic Chemists (IFSCC) World Congress: Study toward developing a sensory irritation evaluation system using a 三-dimensional cultured skin model incorporating sensory neurons derived from iPS cells
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Rohto Pharmaceutical presented a poster on its study toward developing a sensory irritation evaluation system using a 三-dimensional cultured skin model incorporating sensory neurons derived from iPS cells at the IFSCC World Congress, held in Perth, Australia, from September 28 to October 1, 2026.
[Kurume, Fukuoka Prefecture] Come one, come all! An international exchange event to experience an exotic atmosphere without leaving Kurume ♪
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筑後地区観光協議会 will hold Kurume International Day at the Hexagon Plaza of Kurume City Plaza on October 18, 2026, offering an event to deepen mutual understanding with foreign residents through the cultures and cuisine of various countries.
牛角 Yakiniku Shokudo, operated by 株式会社レインズインターナショナル of コロワイドグループ, will open its 3rd location in Kyoto Prefecture on October 8, 2026, at イオン京都洛南店 in Minami Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture.
IDEATECH launches IDEA DESIGN®, a website development and management service powered by its proprietary AI agent Octy, to turn company strengths into websites that AI can understand accurately
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株式会社IDEATECH has launched IDEA DESIGN®, a website development and management service using its proprietary AI agent Octy. The service integrates implementation of site structures that AI can understand accurately, visualization of optimization status, and accumulation of marketing assets.
ベーシック to hold “Effective content is achievable even with just 1–2 marketing staff” on October 15 (Thu.) at 11 a.m.
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株式会社ベーシック will hold an online seminar on October 15, 2026, jointly with 株式会社オロパス and 株式会社unname, on achieving effective content operations with a small marketing team.
Facts
1–2 marketing staff
Capacity: 300 people
Having produced more than 2,000 SEO articles in the past
The portfolio includes approximately 100 companies.
Nurse and medical worker online shopping brand アンファミエ collaborates with apparel brand コムサ for the first time
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アンファミエ, a brand for nurses operated by ナースステージ, a subsidiary of 株式会社ベルーナ, has collaborated with apparel brand コムサ for the first time, unveiling 7 products in total.
ENHYPEN's largest-ever VR concert, ENHYPEN VR CONCERT: DESTINY, arrives in Japan today (2nd)! A cinematic VR escape with a vampire's destined lover
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ENHYPEN's VR concert DESTINY begins screening in 7 cities across Japan, offering an immersive experience with interactive features and high-resolution visuals.
Reopening October 1 (Thursday): New photos reveal the full scope of the Oedo Onsen Monogatari Premium Minoh Kanko Hotel and Oedo Onsen Monogatari Minoh Onsen Spa Garden, hot spring facilities in Minoh, Osaka!
Exclusive to 大江戸温泉物語Premium 箕面観光ホテル: Disney character-inspired original items available nowhere else go on sale starting October 1 (Thursday)
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GENSEN HOLDINGS株式会社 has begun selling 3 original items inspired by Disney characters (a keychain, a pin badge, and a set of 5 stickers), exclusively at 大江戸温泉物語Premium 箕面観光ホテル, which reopened on October 1, 2026.
Facts
Operates 75 hot spring hotels, inns, theme parks and other facilities nationwide
A season to crave something fluffy! A new collection featuring the soft, fluffy coats of Lucifer, Nana and Marie offers comforting relaxation, available at ディズニーストア starting October 6 (Tuesday)
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ウォルト・ディズニー・ジャパン株式会社 will release a new collection, DISNEY FLUFFY ANIMAL, featuring Lucifer, Nana and Marie, starting October 6.
Relay Festival/Japan Championships Relays: Goods sales information—sure to sell out!
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Information on goods sales for the Relay Festival/Japan Championships Relays, to be held at the National Stadium on October 10–11, 2026. Payment by cash, credit card and transit IC card will be accepted in front of Gate E.
A counter-service solution powered by AmiVoice AI speech recognition launches full operations at Toride City Hall to address customer harassment
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A counter-service solution powered by AmiVoice AI speech recognition, provided by 株式会社アドバンスト・メディア, began full operations at Toride City Hall in Ibaraki Prefecture in October 2026 to address customer harassment.
DEAN & DELUCA introduces original dog items to make time with your beloved dog more special. The DOG ITEM COLLECTION goes on sale exclusively through the online store starting October 9 (Friday)
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DEAN & DELUCA, operated by 株式会社ウェルカム, will release the original DOG ITEM COLLECTION for dogs exclusively through its online store starting October 9, 2026.
This time, the theme is vast wetlands and iconic peaks! The Mountain and Highland Map Jigsaw Puzzle: Oze goes on sale October 23
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株式会社昭文社ホールディングス and 株式会社昭文社 will release the Mountain and Highland Map Jigsaw Puzzle: Oze, featuring mountain wetlands and iconic peaks, on October 23, 2026.
Facts
Oct. 23, 2026
1,000 pieces
Long side: 75 cm
Short side: 50 cm
3,960 yen
Elevation: 2,228 m
Elevation: 2,356 m
Elevation: 2,133 m
Companies mentioned：株式会社昭文社ホールディングス、株式会社昭文社、モンベル、はとまちベース Cafe & Shop by 星野リゾート
[14th BOVA] Creators wanted to tackle real challenges facing companies! Who will create the next hit with vertical video?
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株式会社宣伝会議 is seeking videos of up to 1 minute addressing challenges from 8 sponsor companies in the vertical video category of the 14th BOVA. The grand prize is 1 million yen, and the submission deadline is Dec. 1, 2026.
GMO One Account launches city gas service, “1 Account Gas”
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GMO One Account株式会社 launched “1 Account Gas,” a city gas retail service for existing “1 Account Electricity” users, on Oct. 1, 2026. Using the services together increases the points reward rate, with the aim of providing centralized management of utility services.
Facts
Launched on Thursday, October 1, 2026
Up to 7.6% cheaper
Increases from 1% to 1.5%
For monthly gas usage of 50㎥
Up to 10,000 yen off
Up to 2,000 yen (tax included)
Capital: 50 million yen
Companies mentioned：GMO One Account株式会社、GMOフィナンシャルホールディングス株式会社、GMOインターネットグループ、京葉ガス、東京ガス、東邦ガス、大阪ガス、西部ガス
New from UP-T: a simple sun-shielding folding umbrella that handles both sunshine and rain with one umbrella!
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UP-T has launched a new simple folding umbrella for both sunny and rainy weather, made with fabric that blocks 100% of sunlight. It has a rib length of approximately 55 cm and measures approximately 23.5 cm when folded, making it compact. Available in 5 colors, including off-white, the storage case can feature an original design printed in full color. The regular price is 3,795 yen (tax included).
About 70% of companies that used consultants experienced dissatisfaction; companies seek expertise and knowledge transfer
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According to a survey conducted by レバレジーズ・コンサルティング・グループ株式会社, about 70% of companies that had used consulting services experienced dissatisfaction, citing factors such as a lack of expertise and insufficient knowledge transfer. Satisfaction was driven by training and knowledge transfer for in-house staff, as well as gaining insights.
New denim jackets, FLeeasy pants and T-shirts from a collaboration with denim heritage brand Lee, inspired by Mobile Suit Gundam: Char’s Counterattack!
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株式会社バンダイ will release a total of 7 items in October 2026, including jackets, pants and T-shirts themed around Mobile Suit Gundam: Char’s Counterattack, in collaboration with denim brand Lee.
Essential reading for the new NISA era! A complete guide to stock indexes such as the Nikkei Average, S&P 500 and All Country! “A Complete Guide to Stock Indexes for the New NISA Era: Moving Beyond ‘All Country, Just Because’” goes on sale today
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株式会社クロスメディア・パブリッシング published “A Complete Guide to Stock Indexes for the New NISA Era: Moving Beyond ‘All Country, Just Because,’” a book explaining stock indexes in the new NISA era, on Oct. 2, 2026.
Ueda Takumi’s solo exhibition “Sandlot: Organic Alternation / Dasu” will open at Ginza Tsutaya Books on Oct. 10, 2026. The exhibition will trace the artist’s evolution through new and older works and live art-making.
Facts
For the first time in 3 years
Saturday, Oct. 10
Nov. 4 (Wed.)
910×727mm
(F30)
2026
6th floor
Original10月10日（土）11：00より
17：30～19：00
11：00～20：00
Original18：00閉場
Companies mentioned：カルチュア・コンビニエンス・クラブ株式会社、CCC ART LAB、CCCアートラボ、銀座 蔦屋書店、FOAM CONTEMPORARY、株式会社Art Republic、（株）オリエンタルランド、OIL by 美術手帖ギャラリー、調理室池田、RiseGallery、YOD TOKYO、ある風景、A/D GALLERY、オデッセー出版、PASONA NATUREVERSE
With a “moist” feel that melts into the skin and blends seamlessly with the cheeks, “Kiss Be My Real Cheek” creates a dewy, flushed look. 2 limited-edition shades arrive to brighten autumn looks!
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Kiss is launching 2 limited-edition autumn shades, “50 Day Beige” and “51 Mood Rose.” Each is 3 g and costs 1,500 yen (1,650 yen including tax).
At last, a paperback edition! Hika Harada’s acclaimed novel “The Library’s Night Meal,” about books, food and work, goes on sale Nov. 5
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株式会社ポプラ社 will release a paperback edition of Hika Harada’s novel “The Library’s Night Meal” on Nov. 5. The story of people working at a library at night has sold more than 40,000 copies. A talk event featuring the author is also scheduled for Nov. 6.
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Will be released on Thursday, Nov. 5
Became a bestseller with more than 1 million copies sold
株式会社ベネッセコーポレーション will run a campaign at 株式会社ローソン stores starting October 6, giving original Korasho puffy stickers to purchasers of eligible products from Meiji Co., Ltd. on a first-come, limited-quantity basis.
Tokyo Gas unveils latest heartwarming commercial in its “Family Bonds” series, featuring powerhouse young actor Daiken Okudaira in a naturalistic portrayal of a job-seeking student; Makiko Watanabe plays his mother. “Gakuchika” commercial released
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Tokyo Gas released “Gakuchika,” the latest installment in its “Family Bonds” corporate commercial series, on October 2, 2026, starring Daiken Okudaira and Makiko Watanabe.