On-demand printing service オリジナルプリント.jp, operated by 株式会社イメージ・マジック, will launch an A7 ring memo that can be designed in full color across the cover and inside pages, starting Oct. 1, 2026.
“Kobe no Tobira,” offering special experiences unique to Kobe, is selling programs for photographing airplanes from a sightseeing boat and dyeing a genuine leather glasses case
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『Kobe no Tobira』, operated by 一般財団法人神戸観光局, has begun selling a photography lesson on capturing airplanes from a sightseeing boat and a workshop on dyeing genuine leather glasses cases.
武蔵野美術大学 and インキュベイトファンド株式会社 have launched CREATORSHIP PROGRAM, an accelerator program that creates new IP businesses from creative assets, and are inviting participants.
Facts
Over approximately 4 months
Capacity: 5 participants
Up to 1 million yen in funding
Managing total assets of more than 170 billion yen
A track record of investing in more than 800 startups
As part of the university's 100th anniversary project
[Six Kanto-area station soba operators' 5th collaboration project] Eat station soba and collect digital stamps! A stamp rally spanning 183 locations, “Taste the Railway Lines!”
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Six companies operating station soba shops along Kanto railway lines will hold the digital stamp rally “Eki Soba Tour Vol. 5: Taste the Railway Lines” from October 8 to November 29. The rally covers 183 locations and will also feature prize drawings and a coupon campaign on X accounts.
Facts
6 companies operating station soba shops along Kanto railway lines
From Oct. 8 (Thu) to Nov. 29 (Sun)
30 people will be selected in a drawing to win original gifts from the 6 companies
Christmas and year-end/New Year events to brighten winter outings
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鈴鹿サーキットパーク will hold the Christmas event “A Winter Full of Excitement! Kochira Family's Christmas Holiday” from November 21 to December 27, 2026, and will stage special events over the year-end and New Year period, including a New Year Circuit Cruise.
[IFME × 神戸須磨シーワールド] Learn about “feet and living creatures” through play. The ocean's champion, the orca, is the inspiration! First-ever collaboration sneakers go on sale October 12 (Monday, national holiday).
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IFME (Marubeni Consumer Link) has teamed up with 神戸須磨シーワールド to release its first collaboration sneakers, inspired by orcas, on October 12. Foot measurement and quiz events will also be held at the aquarium that day.
Introducing limited-time brands at Haneda Star Sweets in Terminal 1
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日本空港ビルデング株式会社 will hold the limited-time “Haneda Star Sweets” event at Haneda Airport Terminal 1 starting October 8, 2026, featuring 4 brands: バターバトラー, 岡田謹製茶織屋, VERY RUBY CUT and Tea Drop.
Released “Simple Cart Sync | Easy Automatic Cart Sync Across Devices,” an app that automatically syncs logged-in customers' carts across devices on Shopify
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株式会社UnReact, an IT startup based in Fukuoka Prefecture, has released an app for Shopify that automatically syncs logged-in customers' carts across devices. The Basic Plan costs $3.99 per month, and the app officially launched on September 26, 2026.
明治大学リバティアカデミー to offer special lectures marking 100 years of the Showa era at Meiji University's Surugadai Campus this fall, following the spring series
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明治大学リバティアカデミー will offer 5 in-person lectures at the Surugadai Campus in the fall term of academic year 2026 as part of its “Special Lecture Series Marking 100 Years of the Showa Era.”
[Departing from Koriyama Station in Fukushima Prefecture!] A Fermentation Journey on the Ban'etsu East Line aboard the “SATONO,” a chartered special train — Enjoying the Bounty Along the Line with Professor Takeo Koizumi / Online Exclusive, Departing from Tohoku
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株式会社JR東日本びゅうツーリズム＆セールス will run a day tour on the Ban'etsu East Line on November 12, 2026, using the chartered special train “SATONO,” departing Koriyama Station and arriving at Iwaki Station. Highlights include a talk show by Professor Takeo Koizumi, a special bento lunch and an event at Funehiki Station.
[Win a winter trip to Toyama in a drawing!] “Sign up for the newsletter and enter! A Toyama trip to enjoy the secluded Omaki Onsen, sightseeing train Belle Montagne et Mer, and winter in Gokayama” — Campaign now underway!
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A campaign is underway for subscribers to the newsletter operated by 株式会社JR東日本びゅうツーリズム＆セールス, offering a chance to win a January 2027 trip to Toyama featuring Omaki Onsen and Belle Montagne et Mer. 2 groups of 4 people will be selected by drawing.
“ZIMA” launches its first-ever Japan-exclusive flavors, “ZIMA Citrus & Coriander” and “ZIMA Citrus & Rosemary,” nationwide starting October 9, 2026
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白鶴酒造株式会社 will launch nationwide on October 9, 2026, “ZIMA Citrus & Coriander” and “ZIMA Citrus & Rosemary,” the first Japan-exclusive flavors in ZIMA's history, developed jointly with Molson Coors Beverage Company.
[不二家] Gummies and stickers let you enjoy the dreamlike, magical world unique to “Disney Princess”! “Princess Sparkling Sticker Gummies”
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株式会社不二家 will release “Princess Sparkling Sticker Gummies,” tray-shaped gummies with stickers themed around the world of “Disney Princess,” on October 6, 2026.
To celebrate the 1st anniversary of NARUMIYA HAPPY PARK, the irresistibly lovely themed café “NARUMIYA CHARACTERS Lovely Stand” will open for a limited time in Tokyo and Osaka!
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株式会社ナルミヤ・インターナショナル will open “NARUMIYA CHARACTERS Lovely Stand,” a limited-time themed café operated by 株式会社エルティーアール, to mark the 1st anniversary of its permanent store, “NARUMIYA HAPPY PARK.” The café will open in Tokyo and Osaka.
Terra Charge Co., Ltd. announced that it will launch “Teracharge-kun’s Nationwide Charging Spot Exploration Team,” a participatory project inviting users to submit on-site photos of rapid-charging spots for its EV charging service “テラチャージ,” starting October 5, 2026.
2 serums for different skin concerns debut from the new “1＋Me (One Plus Me)” series!
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株式会社桃谷順天館 has launched 2 serums for different skin concerns from its new “1＋Me” series: Conditioning Essence and Firming Essence. Each is priced at ¥1,200 (tax included) and contains 20 g. They will be available through Amazon and other outlets starting October 2, 2026.
イトーキ and 松尾研究所 use AI to analyze behavioral data from 854 people and build a “data-driven productivity estimation model”
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株式会社イトーキ and 松尾研究所 analyzed behavioral data from 854 people using AI and built a “data-driven productivity estimation model.” They found, among other things, that the “number” of meetings affects people’s mental condition and that focused work lasting 60 minutes or more contributes to improved condition the following day.
Facts
70 types of behavioral data
Days when people were able to work with concentration for 60 minutes or more
[December 25 (Fri.), limited to 6 rooms] Surprise! Santa delivers gifts to your room. On sale: a stay plan with a Christmas dinner buffet, “Santaʼs Surprise Delivery”
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京都センチュリーホテル will sell the “Santaʼs Surprise Delivery” stay plan, in which Santa delivers a gift to guests’ rooms, for December 25, 2026 only.
Facts
December 25, 2026 (Friday)
Originalグランコンフォートデラックスツイン 30㎡
¥68,000 for 2 guests sharing 1 room
Includes 15% service charge
4 types in total
Adults: 13,000 yen
Companies mentioned：京阪ホテルズ＆リゾーツ株式会社、京都センチュリーホテル、La Jyho Live Kitchen、All Day Dining La Jyho
“NEOPASA Hamamatsu Outbound Autumn Festival 2026” to be held on October 10 (Sat.)
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中日本エクシス株式会社遠州支店 will hold the “NEOPASA Hamamatsu Outbound Autumn Festival 2026” on October 10 at NEOPASA Hamamatsu (outbound) on the Shin-Tomei Expressway. The event will feature gourmet food and local specialties from the San-en region, a lottery draw, character meet-and-greets and more.
“Fruit Campaign 2026 Apple Festival!” to be held at service areas and parking areas on the E20 Chuo Expressway and E19 Nagano Expressway
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中日本エクシス株式会社 will hold the “Fruit Campaign 2026 Apple Festival!” at service areas and parking areas on the E20 Chuo Expressway and E19 Nagano Expressway from October 10 to November 30, 2026, with a prize drawing for apple purchasers.
[Online seminar] “On-site feedback goes straight into reports!” — Speed up field reporting with AmiVoice × FileMaker — [Co-hosted October 15 (Thu.)]
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株式会社アドバンスト・メディア will hold an online seminar on October 15, 2026, introducing ways to streamline reporting at manufacturing sites by combining AmiVoice and Claris FileMaker.
Facts
Oct. 15, 2026
11:05−11:55
More than 800 companies have adopted the service to date
October is the best time to book year-end parties and social gatherings. Special offers include members-only courses.
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株式会社ワンダーテーブル is running “Unlock the Wonder 2026,” an early-bird campaign for group bookings for year-end parties and social gatherings in December 2026. Bookings made in October come with 3 benefits, including members-only courses and champagne gifts. November bookings also receive a gift set and a digital gift.
株式会社フジドリームエアラインズ has begun selling the “FDA Original 2027 Calendar.” The calendar features 12 winning entries from a photo contest and is priced at ¥2,500 (tax included).
Open House announces opening of “Nagai Sales Center”
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株式会社オープンハウス関西支社, a group company of 株式会社オープンハウスグループ, opened its 12th location, the “Nagai Sales Center,” in the Nagai area of Sumiyoshi Ward, Osaka, on October 2, 2026.
“2026 Aircraft Accident Firefighting and Rescue Comprehensive Drill (44th)” to be held on October 15 (Thu.)
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成田国際空港株式会社 announced that it will conduct the 44th Aircraft Accident Firefighting and Rescue Comprehensive Drill on October 15, 2026. The drill is organized by the Narita International Airport Aviation Disaster Countermeasures Council. Japan Airlines will provide an aircraft, and approximately 1,100 people from 64 organizations, including the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force and the Chiba City Fire Department, will participate.
Facts
October 15
13:30–15:45
64 organizations
Approximately 1,100 people
Approximately 60 emergency vehicles and other vehicles
A photo exhibition of Lake Goshikinuma, featuring images taken by underwater photographer Ikuo Nakamura since 1988. Stay plans with a slide talk show and an autumn foliage photography session are also on sale [メルキュール裏磐梯リゾート＆スパ]
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メルキュール裏磐梯リゾート＆スパ will hold a photo exhibition of Lake Goshikinuma by underwater photographer Ikuo Nakamura and sell stay plans that include a slide talk show and an autumn foliage photography session.
[Saitama Prefecture] “Children’s Spaces Fair Saitama” to be held — Supporting children’s futures in the community
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On October 17, 令和8年, Saitama Prefecture will hold the “Children’s Spaces Fair Saitama” at Sonic City, aiming to expand support from businesses and organizations for activities that provide children with places to belong.
ORIHICA refreshes its classic image! Brand’s first new silhouette, the Soft-Con Suit, launches
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ORIHICA, operated by 株式会社AOKI, is introducing the brand’s first new silhouette for fall/winter 2026: the Soft Comfort Suit (Soft-Con Suit). It replaces the brand’s traditionally slim image with a relaxed, wide silhouette.
博報堂 launches consulting service for agentic commerce business strategies, using backcasting from the future as part of Agentic Commerce ONE™
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博報堂 has launched a consulting service for agentic commerce business strategies using backcasting, as part of Agentic Commerce ONE™, in anticipation of an era when AI agents make purchases on behalf of consumers.
6 Kanto-based station soba operators launch 5th collaboration! Eat station soba and collect digital stamps! The 183-location cross-company stamp rally “Taste the Railway Lines” runs from Oct. 8 (Thu.) to Nov. 29 (Sun.), 2026!
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6 Kanto-based station soba operators will hold the digital stamp rally “Ekisoba Tour, 5th Edition: Taste the Railway Lines” from Oct. 8 to Nov. 29, 2026. The rally covers a total of 183 locations across the 6 companies, with prizes awarded by lottery to participants who complete it.
JRE BANK is holding a campaign to share ¥30 million in cash among customers who increase their yen ordinary deposit balances; new customers are also eligible
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JR東日本 and 株式会社ビューカード will hold a campaign starting Oct. 2, 2026, sharing ¥30 million in cash among customers who increase the yen ordinary deposit balance in their JRE BANK account.
Facts
¥30 million in cash
300,000 yen or more
Original1口あたりの進呈上限額は10,000円
Companies mentioned：東日本旅客鉄道株式会社、JR東日本、株式会社ビューカード、楽天銀行株式会社、JRE BANK
[髙島屋史料館TOKYO] Special exhibition: “Open Up, the Story Says, and Access”
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髙島屋史料館TOKYO will hold the special exhibition “Open Up, the Story Says, and Access” from Oct. 24, 2026, to March 23, 2027. The exhibition traces the history of accessibility in classical works, and admission is free.
Facts
Oct. 24, 2026 [Sat.]
March 23, 2027 [Tue.]
Admission: Free
Companies mentioned：株式会社髙島屋、髙島屋史料館TOKYO、日本橋髙島屋S.C.、平凡社、東京藝術大学未来創造継承センター小泉文夫記念資料室、渋谷区、国立ハンセン病資料館、Mizuma Art Gallery
[Eikoh] Entrance test for the Koishikawa Junior High School preparation course for 5th-graders to be held Oct. 24
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E-style Sugamo, operated by 株式会社栄光, will hold an entrance test for its Koishikawa Junior High School preparation course for 5th-graders on Oct. 24, 2026, along with a seminar for parents on the same day.
Facts
Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026
Entrance test: 10:30–12:00
95 minutes (Aptitude Test I: 45 minutes; Koishikawa Junior High School aptitude test: 45 minutes; break: 5 minutes)
44.7% acceptance rate
General pass rate 30.1%
Companies mentioned：株式会社増進会ホールディングス、Ｚ会グループ、株式会社栄光、E-style Produced by 栄光ゼミナール、栄光ゼミナール、公益社団法人 全国学習塾協会
ふるなび has begun accepting donations for a crowdfunding project to build a school for diverse learning in Tateyama, Chiba Prefecture.
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ふるなび, the hometown tax donation website operated by 株式会社アイモバイル, has begun accepting donations for a crowdfunding project to open 館山市立学びの多様化学校, an integrated elementary and junior high school with a main campus in Tateyama, Chiba Prefecture.
Recreating the taste of Ishikawa, exclusively in the Tokai and Hokuriku regions! Potato Chips: Sweet Shrimp Flavor with Soy Sauce, highlighting sweet shrimp powder made with 100% Ishikawa Prefecture sweet shrimp
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カルビー株式会社 will launch a limited-quantity product, Potato Chips: Sweet Shrimp Flavor with Soy Sauce, made with 100% Ishikawa Prefecture sweet shrimp, in the Tokai and Hokuriku regions on Oct. 5, 2026.
[神戸須磨シーワールド] Sports Day special event! 2nd collaboration with children’s shoe brand IFME: “Mirai Kids Foot Project: The Path to Becoming Marine Life Experts! Learning About Sea World Through Our Feet”
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神戸須磨シーワールド, operated by 株式会社グランビスタ ホテル＆リゾート, will hold a one-day collaboration event, the “Mirai Kids Foot Project,” with children’s shoe brand IFME (丸紅コンシューマーリンク株式会社) on Sports Day, Oct. 12, 2026.
Facts
Monday, October 12, 2026 (national holiday)
Capital: 100 million yen
Founded: August 27, 1958
As of June 2024
Scheduled to open in April 2027
Companies mentioned：株式会社グランビスタ ホテル＆リゾート、神戸須磨シーワールド、IFME、丸紅コンシューマーリンク株式会社、早稲田大学スポーツ科学学術院、鳥居俊教授、丸紅ファッションリンク株式会社、丸紅コンシューマーブランズ株式会社、丸紅グループ、IFME阪急西宮ガーデンズ店、IFME公式オンラインストア、IFME西宮ガーデンズ店、札幌グランドホテル、鴨川シーワールド、Maven Ginza、キャプション by Hyatt なんば 大阪
COUP DE CHANCE, the women’s fashion brand of ワールドグループ, will launch a Fall/Winter feature page starring model 愛甲千笑美 on its official online store starting Oct. 2.
Facts
Friday, Oct. 2
Jacket ¥29,700
Dress ¥39,600
Dress ¥34,100
Bag ¥30,800
Coat ¥165,000
Dress ¥37,400
Jacket ￥39,600
Knitwear ¥15,400
Skirt ¥23,100
Companies mentioned：株式会社フィールズインターナショナル、ワールドグループ、COUP DE CHANCE、クードシャンス、株式会社 ワールド
Ahead of the autumn foliage season, as inbound demand grows, products to see, touch and experience come together! “Inbound Goods EXPO [Autumn]” to run for 3 days from Oct. 7
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RX Japan合同会社 will hold the “4th Inbound Goods EXPO [Autumn]” at Tokyo Big Sight from Oct. 7 to 9, 2026. Against the backdrop of trends in the number of visitors to Japan, the show will feature inbound-oriented products incorporating traditional crafts and contemporary art, alongside experiential exhibits engaging sight and touch.
Facts
3,098,900 international visitors to Japan
Original10月7日（水）から9日（金）の3日間
Kyoto kimono-making techniques passed down for more than 300 years
Original【(株)ジェイアール西日本ファッショングッズ】TVアニメ『NARUTO-ナルト- 疾風伝』エピソードPOP UP SHOP in エキマル ア・ラ・モード JR京都駅西口店10月9日より開催！
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株式会社ジェイアール西日本ファッショングッズ will hold a Naruto Shippuden POP UP SHOP at the JR京都駅 West Exit Store from Oct. 9 to 21, 2026, selling newly illustrated goods, mini-character merchandise and more.
“JR西日本 Hokuriku Limited Express Station Sign Light Keychains,” in 6 types, to go on sale sequentially as capsule toys from Friday, Oct. 9!
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ジェイアール西日本商事 will release 6 types of “JR西日本 Hokuriku Limited Express Station Sign Light Keychains,” the first JR西日本 version of 株式会社エール’s “Station Sign Light” series. They will go on advance sale at station shops and other outlets in the Hokuriku region starting Oct. 9, 2026, followed by a phased rollout at capsule toy retailers in the Kinki and Hokuriku regions. Price: ¥300 per play (tax included).
【志摩観光ホテル】Christmas Dinner 2026: A festive evening featuring spiny lobster, abalone and Matsusaka beef — book by Friday, Nov. 20 to receive a complimentary glass of champagne
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志摩観光ホテル will offer a Christmas-exclusive dinner and special accommodation plan from Dec. 19 to 25, 2026. The course menu features ingredients including spiny lobster and Matsusaka beef, and guests who book early will receive champagne as a bonus.
【CLASSY.】New tie-up feature on “custom jackets” addresses the real concerns of working women at career milestones!
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株式会社光文社’s marketing organization 光文社ドクチョー総研 has published tie-up content with KASHIYAMA, the custom-suit brand operated by 株式会社オンワードパーソナルスタイル, in the November 2026 issue of fashion magazine CLASSY. and on CLASSY. ONLINE. The feature introduces “Oshi-shigoto Jackets” and “Oshi-shigoto Pants,” designed to meet the needs of working women at career milestones.
A 22-year-old who spent 13 years as a shut-in shows surprising cooking skills in a culinary battle! 漢 a.k.a. GAMI criticizes the contestants’ homemade dishes… Does the popular, handsome 19-year-old YouTuber lose his temper at an unpopular high-spec guy? | 男磨きハウス2 #8
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ABEMA’s original reality show 男磨きハウス2 #8 will air free on Oct. 1, 2026. In a cooking showdown, the omurice made by 加瀬オレオ, who had been a shut-in for 13 years, earns high marks, while a side dish made with whale meat is poorly received, and the regular members win. Later, a clash between たつろう and 日高 leads to ジョージ demanding that someone leave.
A new dining experience 100 m above Shibuya at SHIBUYA PANORAMA: French bistro and 8-seat sushi restaurant to hold simultaneous grand openings on Monday, Nov. 30
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渋谷エクセルホテル東急 will grand-open its renovated French bistro, ビストロ ア ビエント, and 鮨割烹 しゅんさい, a sushi restaurant limited to 8 seats, at SHIBUYA PANORAMA on the top floor, the 25th floor, on Nov. 30, 2026.
A one-night-only, five-senses experience celebrating evian®’s 200th anniversary. Trace the “origins” of water, gastronomy and culture in one evening at the premium gastronomy event “Voyage au Coeur des Alpes” by evian
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東急ホテルズ＆リゾーツ will hold a premium gastronomy event at セルリアンタワー東急ホテル on Nov. 29, 2026, to mark evian’s 200th anniversary.
Selected as a smart-service implementation support provider for “Be Smart Tokyo Inclusive,” a smart-service implementation program addressing social issues in Tokyo
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合同会社DMM.com has been selected as a smart-service implementation support provider for “Be Smart Tokyo Inclusive,” a Tokyo program aimed at addressing social issues through smart-service implementation.
A real estate professional who saw through a land fraud scheme publishes a novel based on firsthand experience. The protagonist is not on the side perpetrating real estate fraud but a real estate professional who sensed something was wrong, confronted the trouble and saw through the scheme.
Candlelight®, a live concert series reinterpreting classical music, comes to Kagoshima for the first time
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“Candlelight,” a live concert series operated by the live entertainment platform Fever, will be held in Kagoshima for the first time on Oct. 4, 2026. The venue will be The Baysuite Sakurajima Terrace, where classical music and works by Joe Hisaishi will be performed by candlelight.
Starting Oct. 1, 2026, get up to 2,000 miles when you sign up for JAL Pay and meet the requirements! Plus, get up to 100% back in points when you use Apple Pay
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JAL Payment Port will run a campaign from October 1, 2026, offering up to 2,000 miles to new JAL Pay members. A campaign offering up to 100% points back when using Apple Pay can also be combined.
On September 30, 入間市 newly appointed 5 people as neighborhood association support volunteers. With this, a total of 6 volunteers, including the first appointee in August, will begin their activities. Eligibility has been expanded to include everyone from high school students to working adults aged 35 and under, in response to the aging population and shortage of community volunteers.
Facts
5 new people have been appointed
There are now 6 volunteers
入間市 has 118 districts and neighborhood associations
[Free on-demand access to a hugely popular seminar now available] Introducing an AI-powered Japanese conversation test in Myanmar that visualizes foreigners’ spoken Japanese skills, helping make interviews with foreign candidates more accurate and efficient. Seminar
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ミャンマー・ユニティ has introduced an AI-powered Japanese conversation proficiency assessment test that visualizes candidates’ Japanese speaking skills, in collaboration with 株式会社HandsOn AI, to streamline screening and improve the quality of recommendations.
Facts
More than 300 partner Japanese-language schools throughout Myanmar
Approximately 2.4 times the difference from No. 2
ミャンマー・ユニティ leads by a wide margin, with 2,506 people
The second-place finisher has 1,054 people
Capital: ¥5,500,000
All candidates with Japanese proficiency of N5 or higher
Companies mentioned：ミャンマー・ユニティ、Myanmar Unity Co.,Ltd、株式会社HandsOn AI、株式会社スリーイーホールディングス、コンピューターサービス株式会社、SCSK株式会社、株式会社オフィックス、3E Global Co.,Ltd、3E Yangon Co.,Ltd、株式会社サップ、オフィネット・ドットコム株式会社、一般社団法人外国人雇用協議会、三井住友信託銀行、立命館大学、武蔵野大学
The 2nd “Tama City Iceland-Style Machi Bar” to be held in November
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The 2nd Tama City Iceland-Style Machi Bar, hosted by 多摩市観光まちづくり交流協議会, will be held in November 2026 at 20 restaurants in the Seiseki-Sakuragaoka and Tama Center areas. Against the backdrop of host-town exchanges following the Tokyo 2020 Games, a sister-city partnership, and the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Japan and Italy, the event will offer menus featuring Icelandic ingredients and invite visitors to enjoy food culture while exploring the town.
Facts
Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2026
Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026
Nov. 17, 2026 (Tue.)
Sunday, Nov. 22, 2026
Around 1,000–2,000 yen
¥500 discount voucher
Approximately 1%–2%
20 stores in total
70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations
[リズム株式会社 | Shibuya] “Konoma,” created with residents, nears completion; completion preview to be held on October 4 and 5
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リズム株式会社 announced that it will hold a completion preview on October 4 and 5, 2026, for “Konoma 001,” the first property in “Konoma,” a new series under its REISM renovated rental brand.
AP Communications to exhibit at “Kagawa DX Fair 2026,” showcasing services that optimize IT infrastructure and help resolve IT department challenges
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株式会社エーピーコミュニケーションズ will exhibit at “Kagawa DX Fair 2026,” to be held at Sunmesse Kagawa on October 20, 2026, and showcase its IT infrastructure optimization support service and ONE Team Produce.
Facts
October 20, 2026 (Tuesday)
68 booths
Companies mentioned：株式会社エーピーコミュニケーションズ、かがわ情報化推進協議会、Broadcom Corporation、Fortinet, Inc.
Carstay, a sharing service for camper vans and overnight vehicle stays, posts record bookings and other figures for July–September
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Carstay株式会社 announced that bookings for the July–September quarter reached 2,586, GMV was about 98.37 million yen, and sales were about 43.71 million yen, all setting new records at approximately 1.8 times the levels of the same period a year earlier.
Facts
Total bookings reached 2,586
GMV (gross transaction value) was about 98.37 million yen
Sales were about 43.71 million yen
All rose to approximately 1.8 times the level of the same period a year earlier
Total bookings during the summer vacation period (July 18–August 31) reached 739
GMV was about 64 million yen
Sales were about 30 million yen
There were 514 bookings during the Silver Week period (September 19–27, with up to 9 consecutive days off)
GMV was about 20.26 million yen
Sales were about 9.5 million yen
Originalホテルの宿泊料金が1人1泊1万5,000円
Average: 16,000 yen
from 5% in 2025
expanded to 15%
There were 158 camper van bookings for attending large-scale events
More than 500 camper vans are registered
More than 120 camper vans are equipped with winter tires, household air conditioners, and FF heaters
More than 200 vehicles are equipped with winter tires and FF heaters
Starting at 2.42 million yen, including tax
The same, starting at 4.42 million yen
The same, starting at 5,446,100 yen
Total camper van production in 2024 was 9,559 units
Exploring opportunities for student recruitment and educational exchange in Central Asia: KEI Advance to hold an online seminar for universities on October 20
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株式会社KEIアドバンス, part of the Kawai Juku Group, will hold an online seminar on October 20, 2026, for university and vocational school representatives to explore opportunities for student recruitment and educational exchange in Central Asia.
Facts
Oct. 20, 2026
A population of approximately 82 million
Young people under 25 account for approximately 30%
Approximately 339,000 students study abroad
(as of 2023)
World No. 3
16:00～17:30
24 countries, including Japan
Companies mentioned：学校法人 河合塾、株式会社KEIアドバンス、KEI大学経営総研、CGEE、EDUWISE、Nippon Global Education and Assessment、NGEA
[Smartphone accessory industry] From caseplay, renowned for its No. 1 number of compatible models, collaborations and designs, comes a smartphone case featuring all 17 members of Karasuno High School and Nekoma High School from “Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle”
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caseplay, operated by 株式会社FOX, will begin selling smartphone cases featuring all 17 members of Karasuno High School and Nekoma High School from the anime film “Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle” on Oct. 2, 2026. The cases are compatible with more than 170 device models. Slim Protection Cases cost 4,980 yen, and Premium Cases cost 5,980 yen.
The novel “The Banished Prince’s Escape from the Penal Colony!” from “Nola Books Glanz,” the novel imprint of the creative platform “Nola,” will be available on multiple stores from Oct. 3 (Sat.)!
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株式会社indent announced that “The Banished Prince’s Escape from the Penal Colony!” from “Nola Books Glanz,” the novel imprint of the creative platform “Nola,” will become available on multiple stores from Oct. 3, 2026.
Facts
More than 700,000 writers
Oct. 3, 2026 (Saturday)
More than 60 companies in Japan and overseas
A source-material base of more than 3 million works
Taking barrier-free esports to the world! 株式会社ePARA unveils partners and design for its 2026 global uniform
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株式会社ePARA unveiled the partners and new design for its 2026 global uniform. Saudi Arabia’s Hawk Gaming Group signed on as a platinum partner, while サイコム, Yogibo, JAPANNEXT and ウィルウェイ signed as official partners, for a total of 4 companies.
Starting Oct. 1, 2026, a double-chance offer will be added to the “JAL Pay Apple Pay: Up to 100% Points Back Campaign,” giving JAL Card members a chance to win up to 10,000 miles!
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JAL Payment Port announced that it will add a double-chance offer exclusive to JAL Card members, with up to 10,000 miles available, to the “JAL Pay Apple Pay: Up to 100% Points Back Campaign” from Oct. 1, 2026.
The ultimate exclusive models in harmony with NANGA come together this winter in an impressive lineup
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滋賀県発の国産シュラフメーカー「NANGA」 and 株式会社アーバンリサーチ will release 13 exclusive models for winter 2026 in collaboration with the 3 labels URBAN RESEARCH, URBAN RESEARCH DOORS and EKAL.
Facts
All 13 styles
¥55,000
¥38,500
¥41,800
¥52,800
¥39,600
¥27,500
¥33,000
¥9,900
¥66,000
Companies mentioned：NANGA、株式会社アーバンリサーチ、URBAN RESEARCH、URBAN RESEARCH DOORS、EKAL
“Envisioning the future from the field of housing complexes.” The 1st “Housing Complex Summit 2026” will be held on Nov. 19 (Thu.)
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一般社団法人団地再生支援協会 will hold the 1st “Housing Complex Summit 2026” on Nov. 19, 2026, at 柴田屋酒店本店 in Nakano, Tokyo. The theme is “the field of housing complexes,” with a keynote speech, the “Housing Complex Awards” and networking opportunities.
Aoba-BBT to hold “Next-Generation Management Talent Development Summit 2026 Fall” online for free in October and November
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株式会社Aoba-BBT will hold “Next-Generation Management Talent Development Summit 2026 Fall” online for free in October and November for business executives and human resources professionals.
The all-purpose sauce “Taremakase” by quick-meal creator “Tajimeshi no Taji” surpasses 10,000 bottles sold. To mark the milestone, the 2nd product, chili oil “Akakarimakase,” will launch in a limited quantity on Oct. 9
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株式会社taji works will release “Akakarimakase,” a chili oil and the 2nd product from quick-meal creator “Tajimeshi no Taji,” in a limited quantity on Oct. 9, 2026, to mark the all-purpose sauce “Taremakase” surpassing 10,000 bottles sold.
Report on GeeSPORTS協会 establishment press conference
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GeeSPORTS協会 held an establishment press conference on Oct. 1 to promote multigenerational esports for seniors. It announced plans for a 2030 world championship and held its 2nd national tournament this year, following last year’s 1st national tournament. The team from Kameoka, Kyoto Prefecture, won and received 500,000 yen in prize money.
Facts
Held on Oct. 1
The 2030 “GeeSPORTS World Championship”
A 4-person team consisting of a coach and 3 players
Original昨年10月1日に大阪・関西万博にて
5 teams that advanced through regional qualifiers took part
“2026 HWANG IN YOUP Fanmeeting Tour [To you] in TOKYO” confirmed!
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Hwang In Youp’s Tokyo fan meeting, “2026 HWANG IN YOUP Fanmeeting Tour [To you] in TOKYO,” will be held on Dec. 6. There will be 2 types of tickets: general admission and tickets with fan club-exclusive benefits. The presale schedule has also been announced.
[Toba National College of Maritime Technology] Held an exchange of views with the Japan Finance Corporation’s senior deputy governor
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Toba National College of Maritime Technology held an exchange of views with the Japan Finance Corporation’s senior deputy governor and confirmed cooperation on creating startups and holding business classes for students.
Just like a real gemstone. An “edible jewel tart” featuring October’s birthstone, tourmaline, returns for a limited time from October 2
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メルティングポットハラペコラボ株式会社 will bring back its ice tart, “Birthstone Tart — October Tourmaline,” inspired by October’s birthstone, tourmaline, in limited quantities from October 2, 2026.
Swedish outdoor brand “Haglöfs” to open new store “ホグロフス渋谷キャットストリート” on Shibuya’s Cat Street on October 8 (Thursday)
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Swedish outdoor brand “Haglöfs,” operated by RCTジャパン, will relocate from Harajuku and open a new store, “ホグロフス渋谷キャットストリート,” on Cat Street in Shibuya, Tokyo, on October 8, 2026. Opening events will include coffee provided by 山とコーヒー社 and a silkscreen-printing workshop.
【World Premiere】Techno innovator PLASTIKMAN (Richie Hawtin) to appear at “MUTEK.JP 2026,” a festival of electronic music and digital creativity
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MUTEK.JP 2026 will be held at MoN Takanawa from November 20 to 23, featuring the world premiere of “PLASTIKMAN | POLYPHONIC FERMENTATION,” a new project by Richie Hawtin and Ali Demirel. The program will include audiovisual performances and installations themed around sake fermentation, as well as conferences.
Facts
MUTEK.JP 2026 Passport (¥25,000)
For the first time in 16 years
Pursued for more than 30 years
Deeply involved for approximately 20 years
Bringing it to the world for more than 10 years
More than 30,000 visitors gathered
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人MUTEK Japan、東日本旅客鉄道株式会社、JR東日本、MoN Takanawa: The Museum of Narratives、一般財団法人JR東日本文化創造財団、パナソニック プロジェクター＆ディスプレイ株式会社、ヤマハ株式会社、Derivative (TouchDesigner)、IRCAM、株式会社J-WAVE、Time Out Tokyo、ギズモード・ジャパン、アーツカウンシル東京、ARTE TOKYO、CALQ、ブリティッシュ・カウンシル、Institut français du Japon、Goethe-Institut Tokyo、ポーランド日本財団、Danish Arts Foundation、カナダ大使館、デンマーク王国大使館、ケベック州政府在日事務所
A photo of your favorite jockey can help shape the future of horses after racing. Happy Horse Project launches to channel horse-racing fans’ support into helping retired horses
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株式会社ハッピースマイル has launched the “Happy Horse Project,” selling everyday photos of retired horses and jockeys’ candid shots and returning a portion of sales to cover the costs of caring for retired horses. About 30 organizations are currently participating, and sales of jockey photos are scheduled to begin in mid-October 2026.
318 projects advance to the regional rounds of the 8th Minecraft Cup, where elementary, junior high and high school students present their “future city for Generation β.” Events will be held at 23 venues nationwide and online, starting in Kagoshima on October 17.
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318 projects have advanced to the regional rounds of the 8th Minecraft Cup, which will be held across 24 regions nationwide starting October 17. The theme is “future city for Generation β.” The national finals are scheduled to take place at the University of Tokyo in February 2027.
Supporting “meals at home” amid rising prices! Making the “autumn appetite” season easier and more enjoyable. Around 80 new products, the largest lineup ever (※), rolling out over 2 months. 成城石井’s “New Product Festival” starts October 2 (Friday)
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株式会社成城石井 will hold its “New Product Festival” from October 2 to November 26, 2026, featuring around 80 new products. In response to the shift toward eating at home amid rising prices, the company will introduce a wide range of products, including its desica series, revamped hamburg steaks and additive-free ham made with Sakurayama pork.
Receives the “Silver Medal,” awarded to companies in the top 15% in the EcoVadis (エコバディス) sustainability assessment
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株式会社Future Vision has received the “Silver Medal,” awarded to companies in the top 15% in EcoVadis’s sustainability assessment. Its overall score improved from 62 points the previous year to 78 points, moving it up from a Bronze Medal.
【Exhibitor News】センティリオンシステム to exhibit at “AI Agent DXPO Fukuoka '26,” demonstrating customer service and on-site task automation using generative AI and real-time emotion analysis
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株式会社センティリオンシステム will exhibit at “AI Agent DXPO Fukuoka '26,” to be held at Marine Messe Fukuoka on October 22–23, 2026, demonstrating customer service and on-site task automation using generative AI and real-time emotion analysis.