AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-02 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 5 of 8https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 579 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 181 items from 6 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en 【シェラトン鹿児島】A sparkling season with Kagoshima's spectacular views: “Christmas Afternoon Tea” arrives!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153128https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153128Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:27 +0900JapanPR TIMESシェラトン鹿児島 will serve a limited-time “Christmas Afternoon Tea” at VIVARIUM, the bar on the hotel's top floor, starting Nov. 1, 2026. The price is 6,000 yen. Festive-season-only menus and cocktails will also be available at other outlets in the hotel. 50 minutes of despair in an abandoned hospital — “OBAKEN ZOMBIE HOSPITAL（オバケンゾンビホスピタル）” to be held alongside ZOMBIE FES 2026!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153129https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153129Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:14 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社HLC announced that Obaken, its haunted house attraction, will stage “OBAKEN ZOMBIE HOSPITAL,” a 50-minute mission-based horror attraction set in an abandoned hospital in Yokosuka, Kanagawa Prefecture, for 2 days only, Oct. 31 and Nov. 1, 2026. A home with performance features designed for Hokkaido's winters and a 3LDK layout that can offer single-story living in the future.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153130https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153130Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:13 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ジョンソンホームズ's JUST PRICE housing brand has opened the Higashi Ward Fushiko Model Home in Higashi Ward, Sapporo. It features a layout with the water facilities grouped on the 1st floor, allowing for single-story living in the future, and high insulation performance compliant with ZEH Oriented. Launch of ENIT, an accommodation management system that enables serviced apartments and vacation rentals to be managed on a single platformhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153131https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153131Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:12 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社MALK DESIGN has launched ENIT, an operations platform for accommodation facilities such as serviced apartments, vacation rentals and hotels. The system integrates PMS, Live Booking, self check-in, SmartLock integration, OTA integration and cleaning management, enabling centralized management of different operating formats. Denny's “Split in Two? Parfait,” planned and produced by I&S BBDO, wins Silver in the Creative Strategy category at LIA（London International Awards）2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153132https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153132Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:04 +0900JapanPR TIMESDenny's Japan's “Split in Two? Parfait,” planned and produced by I&S BBDO, won Silver in the Creative Strategy category at the international advertising awards LIA（London International Awards）2026. 株式会社福徳不動産 launches the “Nagasaki Hyakutan Project,” turning lesser-known regional assets in Nagasaki Prefecture into short films — the 2nd installment features 対馬市, with a corporate hometown tax donationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153293https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153293Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社福徳不動産 produced a film set in 対馬市 as the 2nd installment of the “Nagasaki Hyakutan Project,” which turns lesser-known regional assets in Nagasaki Prefecture into short films, and donated 1 million yen to 対馬市 through the corporate hometown tax program. 【静電気オフプロジェクト第二弾】Nervous people touch their hair “unconsciously” more than 1.7 times as often! Idol group THE超BOYS will “remove static electricity” from nervous fans' hair⁉ “Static Electricity Rescue” fan event to be held on 10/15https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153292https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153292Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES静電気オフプロジェクトは、緊張時に無意識のヘアタッチが増加し髪への摩擦ダメージが懸念されることを示す調査結果を発表。これを受け、アイドルグループTHE超BOYSと協力し、10月15日にライブ会場にてファンの髪を守る「静電気レスキュー特典会」を開催する。 生成AIが選ぶ「国内旅行サイト」、1位はじゃらんnet（言及率100%）https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153291https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153291Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ブランディングワークスが実施した2026年9月の定点調査により、生成AIが「国内旅行サイト」を質問された際、じゃらんnetの言及率が100%で1位となった。ChatGPTとGeminiともにじゃらんnetが首位であり、AI回答の根拠としてlife.oricon.co.jpの引用シェアが最も高かった。 Don’t just read it and move on! “Flyer on measures against fraudulent renovation practices” made publicly available to use, post and prevent harmhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153290https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153290Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般財団法人住まいづくりナビセンター published a flyer on measures to prevent harm from fraudulent renovation practices on Sept. 30, 2026, and will conduct outreach at a free seminar on Oct. 18. Watanabe Pipe presents: Announcement of the 10&7CHAMPIONSHIPS Yamagata Tournament and business presentation for the 10&7CHAMPIONSHIPS Projecthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153289https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153289Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人F-RUNが協力団体として参画する10&7CHAMPIONSHIPS実行委員会は、2026年10月10日と11日に山形市で「渡辺パイプpresents 10&7 CHAMPIONSHIPS山形大会」を開催すると発表した。本大会は混成競技に特化しており、特別協賛に渡辺パイプ株式会社、協力に味の素株式会社などが名を連ねる。 Around 80% don’t know what to check when choosing a facility for diagnostic breast cancer testing; about half prioritize convenience such as proximity and speed, while fewer than 10% prioritize “a doctor with extensive diagnostic experience”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153288https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153288Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA survey on diagnostic breast cancer testing conducted by 社会福祉法人仁生社江戸川病院 found that about 80% of women said they did not know what to check when choosing a facility for testing. While convenience was a strong priority, awareness of important points such as the need for a tissue biopsy and differences in diagnostic results depending on a doctor’s skill was low. PROTOCORE renews corporate website, offering end-to-end support from business creation (0→1) to business growth (1→10)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153287https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153287Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPROTOCORE株式会社 has renewed its corporate website and reorganized its end-to-end support structure, from “business creation (0→1)” to “business growth (1→10).” Centered on AI and data, it is strengthening the process of using UX and design to turn ideas into tangible products and businesses. Moomin Shop arrives in Kyushu for the first time! Its 6th store opens at Canal City OPA in Hakata Ward, Fukuoka City, on Wednesday, Oct. 28https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153286https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153286Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe 6th Moomin Shop location, Moomin Shop Fukuoka, will open on Oct. 28 at Canal City OPA in Hakata Ward, Fukuoka City. Limited-edition items will be sold and campaigns held. Auditions announced for models to appear in women’s fashion magazine CanCamhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153285https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153285Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社air worksは、女性ファッション誌『CanCam』の掲載モデルを選出するオーディションを開催すると発表した。応募資格は2026年10月1日時点で18歳〜34歳の女性で、エントリー期間は2026年10月1日から12月16日まで。審査通過者は2027年5月発売の『CanCam』7月号に掲載され、特典として「CanCam it girl」最終面接参加権やヘアケア商品などが用意されている。 Making “living with a motorcycle” a new rental housing option. Applications open for “+BASE EBINA,” rental housing for bikers!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153284https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153284Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ASインベスト began accepting applications on October 1, 2026, for “+BASE EBINA,” rental housing for bikers. Located in Ebina, Kanagawa Prefecture, the property has 3 units, each with a dedicated garage space for indoor storage of a large motorcycle. Move-in is scheduled to begin in early December 2026. The property is limited to single occupants, with motorcycle owners given priority. Oct. 14 (Wed.): Professional wrestler Tetsuya Naito to make his first visit to Kawasaki Racecourse as presenter at the awards ceremony!!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153283https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153283Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESProfessional wrestler Tetsuya Naito will make his first visit to Kawasaki Racecourse on October 14, 2026, as a special guest and awards ceremony presenter for the 25th Kamakura Memorial. Tajimi’s new economic support hub, “TBiS,” opens on the 2nd floor of 多治見市産業文化センター!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153282https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153282Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES多治見市, 多治見商工会議所 and 笠原町商工会 joined forces to open the economic support hub “TBiS” on the 2nd floor of 多治見市産業文化センター on October 1, 2026. Virtual singer KAFU and 米とサーカス team up for a special collaboration! A limited-time restaurant celebrating the 8th anniversary of her career, “花譜×米とサーカス 未確認な味覚ッ！！,” will run at 渋谷PARCO from Oct. 18 (Sun.) to Nov. 30 (Mon.)!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153281https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153281Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES亜細亜TokyoWorld株式会社 will hold the limited-time collaboration restaurant “花譜×米とサーカス 未確認な味覚ッ！！” at the 米とサーカス 渋谷PARCO location from October 18 to November 30, 2026, to mark the 8th anniversary of virtual singer KAFU’s career. Virtual singer KAFU and 米とサーカス team up for a special collaboration! A limited-time restaurant celebrating the 8th anniversary of her career, “花譜×米とサーカス 未確認な味覚ッ！！,” will run at 渋谷PARCO from Oct. 18 (Sun.) to Nov. 30 (Mon.)!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153280https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153280Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESVirtual singer KAFU and the restaurant 米とサーカス are collaborating on a limited-time restaurant at the 渋谷PARCO location. To celebrate the 8th anniversary of KAFU’s career, it will offer 9 collaboration dishes devised by KAFU, along with limited-edition merchandise. Explore Kishiwada’s landmarks and popular shops by bicycle / The danjiri town of Kishiwada takes center stage in “-CYCLE EXPO- Ride Around in Kishiwada”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153279https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153279Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人ルーツ・スポーツ・ジャパン will hold “-CYCLE EXPO- Ride Around in Kishiwada” in Kishiwada, Osaka Prefecture, from October 3 to December 3, 2026. The event is hosted by Kishiwada City, and participation is free. Last year, 416 people took part, and the event recorded a satisfaction rating of 96.3%. This year, a quiz rally featuring 3 courses will also be held, offering participants the chance to visit 95 spots around the city and exchange gourmet items. Ship&co、日本郵便の欧州向けDDP発送に対応を拡大。Zonos連携でフランスなど15の国・地域へhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153278https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153278Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社BERTRANDは、EC出荷サービス「Ship&co」において、Zonos連携による日本郵便の欧州向けDDP発送対応を拡大し、フランスなど15の国・地域に対応した。 On sale at a special price on QVC on Oct. 6 (Tue.)! Functional food “Supplement Plus Vascular Support for Those with Higher LDL Cholesterol” makes its debuthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153277https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153277Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社銀座トマト announced that it will sell its functional food “Supplement Plus Vascular Support for Those with Higher LDL Cholesterol” at a special price on QVC on October 6, 2026. Announcement: CASSETTE WEEK MARKET 2026 workshophttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153276https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153276Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Side-Bクリエーションズが主催する「CASSETTE WEEK MARKET 2026」が、2026年10月12日に東京・WPU HOTEL SHINJUKUで開催される。カセットウィークジャパン事務局によるこのイベントでは、約20店舗のカセット関連ショップが出店し、ユニバーサル ミュージック合同会社のプロジェクト「KIDS MUSIC PARK」とのコラボレーションワークショップも実施される。 Tsunagari AI provides its “Komamoro Certification and Operations Support Pack” to 花まるグループ（株式会社こうゆう）https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153275https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153275Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESつながりAI株式会社 will provide the “Komamoro Certification and Operations Support Pack,” which supports compliance with the Act on the Prevention of Sexual Violence against Children, to 株式会社こうゆう, which operates the 花まる学習会 tutoring school and other services. Welfare platform “オルデン コネクト” officially launches—helping people “search” and “connect” across elder care, disability welfare and child welfare, supporting both the provision of appropriate welfare services and the acquisition of users.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153274https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153274Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社オルデンティアコーポレーション officially launched “オルデン コネクト,” a welfare platform spanning elder care, disability welfare and child welfare, on October 1, 2026. Based on public open data, it lists 325,654 service providers nationwide and connects users, professionals and providers. Reservations open October 2 (Fri.) for year-end and New Year party plans, featuring course meals with Japanese beef and Tamba chicken, as well as shared-plate buffetshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153273https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153273Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESダブルツリーbyヒルトン京都駅は、2026年12月1日から2027年1月31日まで期間限定で忘新年会プランを提供する。お一人様10,000円で卓盛ビュッフェまたは洋食コースが選べ、フリードリンク付き。国産牛や丹波鶏を使用した料理が特徴。 New show “Weekly Mangiri,” where professional manga artists take on an improv comedy challenge using “only drawings,” begins streaming Friday, October 2https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153272https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153272Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESmicroverse株式会社 will begin streaming the YouTube show “Weekly Mangiri,” in which professional manga artists answer comedy prompts using only illustrations, on Oct. 2, 2026. The first episode will feature 3 guests: Masanori Morita, Yuko Nagata and Koji Oishi. interfm’s new October program THE53 “Let’s Go to ZEPP!” set to start at 23:30 on Wednesday, Oct. 7!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153271https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153271Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESインターエフエムは、昭和53年生まれのバンドTHE53の新番組『THE53「いくZEPP！」』を10月7日より放送開始する。同バンドは2027年9月にZepp DiverCityでの公演を目標としており、仕事と音楽の両立を目指す姿を描く。 A new ring inspired by Pomefiore Dorm will join the “Disney Twisted-Wonderland” collection jewelry line on Friday, Oct. 2! The dorm leader-inspired ring will also be reissued by popular demand!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153270https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153270Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社テイクアップ announced that collection jewelry inspired by Pomefiore Dorm from the anime “Disney Twisted-Wonderland” will launch on Oct. 2. The collection includes character rings for Vil Schoenheit, Epel Felmier and Rook Hunt, with Vil’s ring returning for a reissue. Reservations will be accepted from Oct. 2 to Nov. 2, 2026, and each ring is priced at 22,000 yen (tax included). A new space for fans of Japanese professional basketball players 西田三兄弟! BIGC to open “Kaifu’s Three Brothers” SPACE on Oct. 1https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153269https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153269Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESGlobal entertainment technology platform BIGC opened “Kaifu’s Three Brothers” SPACE, a digital community for fans of the Nishida brothers—Yudai, Koyo and Yosei, who play in the B.League—on Oct. 1. 【umbro×Casselini】SPECIAL ITEM available for preorder starting Friday, 10/9https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153268https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153268Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA collaboration item from the brand “Casselini,” operated by 株式会社キャセリーニ, and English football brand “umbro” will be available for preorder through the official online store starting Oct. 9. “Monogataru Shopping Street 2027,” an experiential retail event bringing together “things you can’t help but talk about,” to be held!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153267https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153267Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社BOUKEN WORKS will hold “Monogataru Shopping Street 2027,” an experiential retail event featuring goods, stationery and more, at the Tokyo Metropolitan Industrial Trade Center Taitokan on Feb. 27 and 28, 2027. 【HEY! Mrs ROSE】Special collaboration with popular dog Kawaiinu! Items go on sale early starting Friday, Oct. 23, with a special event where visitors can meet Kawaiinu on Saturday, Oct. 24https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153266https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153266Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFashion brand “HEY! Mrs ROSE” from 株式会社キャセリーニ will release collaboration items with Kawaiinu, a dog popular on social media. A pop-up store will be held at the Casselini Harajuku store starting Oct. 23, followed by a special event featuring Kawaiinu on the 24th. Striders to make IT and DX support provider 株式会社block party a wholly owned subsidiary ～Strengthening the structure supporting group DX initiatives and post-M&A corporate value growth～https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153265https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153265Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ストライダーズ signed a share exchange agreement on Sept. 30, 2026, to make 株式会社block party, an IT and DX support provider, a wholly owned subsidiary. The transaction is scheduled to take effect on Oct. 30, 2026, with the aim of improving operational efficiency across the group and increasing corporate value after M&A. クラセアスール 魂の旅を表現した新たな限定品「Día de Muertos 死者の日 2026年エディション Trascender（超越）」10月2日より数量限定発売https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153264https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153264Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESクラセアスールアジア株式会社 will release a limited-edition tequila, “Día de Muertos 2026 Edition Trascender (Transcend),” inspired by Mexico’s traditional Day of the Dead celebration, in limited quantities starting Oct. 2, 2026. Total production is 10,000 bottles, with a suggested retail price of 310,000 yen (excluding tax). Small-group machine Pilates studio “lafimo” opens Apita Chiyodabashi store in Chikusa Ward, Nagoyahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153263https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153263Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ラストウェルネス has entered into a franchise agreement with 有限会社カネヒサコーポレーション and opened “lafimo Apita Chiyodabashi,” a women-only, small-group machine Pilates studio, in Chikusa Ward, Nagoya. 「今日は何する？」が見つかる秋！アミュスタ！KOBEで映画・落語・スポーツ・ゲームを続々開催https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153262https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153262Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFrom October through December 2026, アミュスタ！KOBE will host a variety of events, including movie screenings, rakugo, public viewings of sports, and unlimited gaming. 【PAUL & JOE BEAUTE】Embrace the autumn mood with figs. “FIG, FIG, FIG!” coming to Kyoto Porta!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153261https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153261Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPAUL & JOE BEAUTE, operated by 株式会社アルビオン, will hold the fig-themed event “FIG, FIG, FIG!” at its Kyoto Porta store from October 10 to 12, 2026. It will also hold a loungewear fair and a limited-edition cosmetics promotion. [2nd Phase] Expansion of the Laos Healthcare Worker Dispatch Program Beginshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153260https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153260Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES日本リユースシステム株式会社 has launched the 2nd phase of its healthcare worker dispatch program in Laos, hiring and dispatching 7 people to the Nam Thuam Health Center. Aniella, behind “Nagano Aniera Festa,” to hold auditions for main cast of original IP 『DIGGIN' THE SOUL』https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153259https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153259Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アニエラ will hold auditions for the roles of main characters 安野朱璃 and 白砥羽海 in the original IP 『DIGGIN' THE SOUL』, set in Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture. The application deadline is November 30, 2026. “Saga & Seeker,” a character-creation RPG in the style of a TRPG using generative AI, lets your original character—created from a setting you wrote—start moving “on its own” and go on adventures with you. It is 50% off in the Steam Autumn Sale!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153258https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153258Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe TRPG-style character-creation RPG 『サーガ&シーカー』, which uses generative AI, is 50% off (¥750) in the Steam Autumn Sale, and an ink bonus campaign is also underway. Developed by ダグドリア スタジオ. SRPG × SLG 『三國志 戦棋版』 opens pre-registration today! New title with official 『三國志14』 license releases latest PVhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153257https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153257Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES『三國志 戦棋版』, developed by Qookka Games, has opened pre-registration. The SRPG × SLG, which has secured the official 『三國志14』 license, features gameplay including board battles and alliance battles, and a campaign with luxury prizes is also underway. Benissimo 2026-27シーズン ブロンズパートナー締結（新規）のお知らせhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153256https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153256Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESKAWAGOE BC/LAFESTA KAWAGOE announced that it has signed Benissimo as a new official Bronze Partner for the 2026-27 season. ドラマ「波うららかに、めおと日和」POP UP STORE inロフト開催決定！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153255https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153255Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTo mark the announcement of a sequel to the drama 『波うららかに、めおと日和』, POP UP STORE events will be held at 5 ロフト stores. The tour begins in October 2026. Comic adaptation of 「追放悪女アイーダの正義」, originating on Everystar, becomes a major hit, surpassing 5 million cumulative downloads and ¥100 million in saleshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153254https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153254Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社エブリスタ announced that the comic adaptation 『追放悪女アイーダの正義』, originating on the novel-posting site “Everystar,” has surpassed 5 million cumulative downloads and ¥100 million in sales. A sequel to the original novel has also begun serialization. 東京キャラクターストリート One SpotにてPOPUP SHOP『刀使ノ巫女 刻みし一閃の燈火～なせばなるっ！～』を開催https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153253https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153253Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ウェッジホールディングス will hold a POPUP SHOP for the TV anime 『刀使ノ巫女』 at Tokyo Character Street One Spot from October 9, 2026. Yonenaga, QREATION representative, to speak at “Mizuho Startup Frontier Summit 2026,” hosted by みずほ銀行https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153252https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153252Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESKeisuke Yonenaga, representative director and CEO of 株式会社QREATION, will speak at “Mizuho Startup Frontier Summit 2026,” hosted by みずほ銀行, on October 6, 2026, to discuss capital strategies for growth companies. Long-sleeve T-shirts and sweatshirts featuring 『ハクション大魔王』 and 『アクビちゃん』 arrive from kids’ brand “BREEZE”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153251https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153251Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社タツノコプロ has licensed characters from the anime 『ハクション大魔王』 to 株式会社F・O・インターナショナル, which operates the kids’ brand “BREEZE,” and the company has released long-sleeve T-shirts and sweatshirts. [ánuans] Collaboration with UK-born brand HUNTERhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153250https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153250Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESレディースアパレルブランド「ánuans」と英国ブランド「HUNTER」がコラボレーションし、ブーツとバックパックの全2型を2026年10月に発売する。 Collaboration event between 『二十世紀電氣目録-ユーレカ・エヴリカ-』 and Tokyo Tower announced!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153249https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153249Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESトラストトウキョウ株式会社は、東京タワー内の「Co・Lab-TOKYO-」にて京都アニメーション制作のTVアニメ『二十世紀電氣目録-ユーレカ・エヴリカ-』とのコラボイベントを2026年10月23日から11月9日に開催する。 株式会社パレットグループ、DIVINE CROSS 七つの大罪 黙示録の四騎士 vol.2 ブースターパックを取り扱い開始https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153248https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153248Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社パレットグループのトレカ商事カンパニーは、2026年11月25日発売予定の「DIVINE CROSS 七つの大罪 黙示録の四騎士 vol.2 ブースターパック」の卸販売を開始する。 Desktop Mate’s biggest-ever 26 DLC titles are 20% off starting today!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153247https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153247Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社インフィニットループ has joined the Steam Autumn Sale 2026 and launched a sale offering 20% off a record 26 Desktop Mate DLC titles. High school basketball: Kumamoto tournament aiming for the winter dream stage, “SoftBank Winter Cup 2026,” tips off on October 25! Live streams begin from the 3rd round for both boys and girls, with the finals broadcast live on terrestrial TV!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153246https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153246Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESKumamoto Asahi Broadcasting announced that it will livestream the 3rd round onward of the Winter Cup 2026 Kumamoto Prefecture qualifiers, which open on October 25, and broadcast the boys’ and girls’ finals live. Sugimoto Takuya and others will appear in a preview special. [日本蓄電池株式会社] Begins Installing Batteries at Grid-Scale Storage Facility “NC海南市木津蓄電所” in Kainan, Wakayama Prefecturehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153245https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153245Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES日本蓄電池株式会社 has begun installing grid-scale batteries at “NC海南市木津蓄電所” in Kainan, Wakayama Prefecture, which it is jointly developing with 株式会社リミックスポイント. Special magazine “N.BlendX,” featuring all-new artwork by a stellar lineup of creators with more than 2 million SNS followers in total, goes on sale Oct. 2https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153244https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153244Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ナンバーナイン will release the special magazine “N.BlendX” from its commercial BL imprint “N.Blend” on Oct. 2, 2026. It features original comics by creators with more than 2 million followers in total, with commemorative events and exhibitions also planned. かどや launches “ISOLETTA KITCHEN by Kadoya,” an experiential food truck project and a new challenge to change the “conventional wisdom about sesame oil”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153243https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153243Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESかどや製油 will run the experiential food truck project “ISOLETTA KITCHEN by Kadoya” in Tokyo, Osaka and Aichi starting in October 2026 to promote “ISOLETTA,” a new sesame oil suited to Western cuisine. Autumn flavors and playful touches take center stage at the “Halloween Fair”! Limited-time breakfast “A Buffet of Treats from the Morning” and lunch and cafe “Halloween Afternoon Tea” / ロッテシティホテル錦糸町https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153242https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153242Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESロッテシティホテル錦糸町 will hold a limited-time Halloween Fair from Oct. 2 to Nov. 3, 2026, featuring a breakfast buffet and afternoon tea. CoeFont provides its AI interpretation service “CoeFont通訳” free of charge to Kyoto tea ceremony experience “京都わび茶会”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153241https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153241Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社CoeFont has provided its AI interpretation service “CoeFont通訳” free of charge to “京都わび茶会,” a tea ceremony experience facility in Kita Ward, Kyoto City operated by 粋伝庵, as part of its social contribution project “Kotoba for All.” ヒルトン名古屋 to host “Christmas and New Year Lunch & Dinner Buffet,” celebrating with traditional dishes from across Europehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153240https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153240Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESヒルトン名古屋 will host a Christmas and New Year lunch and dinner buffet themed around traditional dishes from across Europe at “インプレイス3-3,” its all-day dining restaurant on the 1st floor, from Dec. 7, 2026, to Jan. 7, 2027. ナップス広島店 × Apollogic (アポロジック) × 広島FM to hold a live radio recording event on Saturday, Oct. 24https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153239https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153239Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ナップス will hold a live radio recording event in collaboration with 広島FM at ナップス広島店 on Oct. 24, 2026. Performers will include pop-rock band “Apollogic” and 広島FM personality Shuhei Yasuhiro, with limited-edition T-shirts and an after-party also planned. Make one easily from a smartphone photo of your dog or cat! オリジナルプリント.jp launches “3D Pet Figures”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153238https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153238Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESオリジナルプリント.jp, operated by 株式会社イメージ・マジック, launched “Photo AI Pet Figure,” a new product that uses AI to generate a 3D model from a pet photo and create a figure approximately 5 cm tall, on Oct. 1, 2026. Nov. 3 (Tue., holiday): “Furi-maru Covered Shirt” giveaway to the first 5,000 fans at the ブラウブリッツ秋田 match!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153237https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153237Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“Furi-maru Day” will be held at the Yokohama FC vs. ブラウブリッツ秋田 match in Round 15 of the Meiji Yasuda J2 League on Nov. 3, with “Furi-maru Covered Shirts” given to the first 5,000 fans. スクールタクト to hold its first community-focused in-person meetup at 2 venues in Kanto and Kansai in November; registration now openhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153236https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153236Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社コードタクト announced that it will hold its first community-focused in-person meetups for users of its classroom support cloud service “スクールタクト” in November 2026 in Kanto (Ikebukuro) and Kansai (Kobe-Sannomiya). “Let’s Celebrate Together! THE NIIGATA 1 Million” eventhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153235https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153235Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES銀座・新潟情報館 THE NIIGATA will hold the “Let’s Celebrate Together! THE NIIGATA 1 Million” event in October 2026 to mark 1 million cumulative visitors. The event will showcase food, local sake and tourism promotions from 4 areas of the prefecture, and include sake served from the “新潟の蛇口” and distribution of special supporter cards. BEYOND CUP 2026, a competition exclusively for members of personal training gyms BEYOND, to be held in Tokyo and Osaka; spectator tickets now on salehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153234https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153234Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ワールドフィット will hold BEYOND CUP 2026, a body transformation competition exclusively for members of its personal training gyms “BEYOND,” in Tokyo and Osaka in November 2026, and has begun selling spectator tickets. [エトロ] Celebrities from around the world attend the 2027 Spring/Summer Women’s Collection!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153233https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153233Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESエトロ unveiled its 2027 Spring/Summer Women’s Collection in Milan, Italy, on Sept. 24, 2026. Celebrities including Kaito Takahashi, as well as AMIAYA and MONAKO, attended. 株式会社アナログPR and ギミックス株式会社 launch business partnership to provide integrated PR and advertising operations supporthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153232https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153232Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アナログPR and ギミックス株式会社 have launched a business partnership to provide integrated marketing support combining PR strategy and advertising operations. 株式会社かんぽ生命保険 introduces bellSalesAI to 1,200 corporate sales employees nationwidehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153231https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153231Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社かんぽ生命保険 has introduced bellSalesAI, a Salesforce data-entry agent developed by ベルフェイス株式会社, to 1,200 employees in its corporate sales division nationwide, cutting reporting time by approximately 80%. アンフィーロ and Chihiro Kondo collaborate for the first time; washable “sweatshirt-like knitwear” for busy women goes on sale October 2 (Friday)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153230https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153230Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESアンフィーロ, operated by 株式会社オンワード樫山, has collaborated for the first time with model and TV personality Chihiro Kondo to create washable “sweatshirt-like knitwear” for busy women, launching October 2. The highly anticipated second collaboration, “琉歌×長濱 INAZUMA Blended Malt Japanese Whisky SECOND BATCH,” goes on sale at Liquor Mountain Naha Kokusai Street store from October 7, 2026 (Wednesday)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153229https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153229Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社リカーマウンテン will sell a limited-edition Japanese whisky at its Naha Kokusai Street store from October 7, 2026. It is the second collaboration between 新里酒造's 州崎蒸溜所 and 長濱蒸溜所. [Retail Media Summit 2026] Uber Japan株式会社 named platinum sponsorhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153228https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153228Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESUber Japan株式会社 will sponsor Retail Media Summit 2026, taking place on November 11 and 12, 2026, as a platinum sponsor. The company is participating for the second consecutive year. VANTAN launches “VANTAN CREATORS PROJECT,” an industry-academia collaboration in which student teams spanning different specialized fields take on corporate challengeshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153227https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153227Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社バンタン has launched VANTAN CREATORS PROJECT (VCP), an industry-academia collaboration in which student teams spanning different specialized fields take on real-world corporate challenges. For its first installment, サンリオ, NIGHT HIKE, and Candy Stripper are participating. The project aims to develop work-ready talent and create new value through practical education from active creator instructors and co-creation with companies. “Educational Program” character Tama hired as a part-time worker! Caring for goldfish at the Art Aquarium Museumhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153226https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153226Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTama, a character from “Educational Program,” has been hired as a part-time worker at Art Aquarium Museum GINZA and will take on tasks such as caring for goldfish and cleaning. The article also features a campaign, recommendations from the museum shop, and an overview of the facility. Enjoy the “deep world of milk tea” at home! Learn to pair milk tea and tea with a set of 日東紅茶 products: “日東紅茶 Online Tea Class: Milk Tea Course” to be held October 31 (Saturday)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153225https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153225Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES三井農林株式会社 will hold an online milk tea course on October 31, 2026, ahead of “Tea Day” on November 1. The participation fee is ¥3,500, and the course is limited to 日東紅茶 TeaMart members, with a capacity of 50. LOOKBOOK released for the 2026 fall/winter collection from JOHNBULL and WELLS collaboration brand “ATELLIER WELLS BY JOHNBULL (Atelier Wells by Johnbull)”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153224https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153224Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe LOOKBOOK for the 2026 fall/winter collection from JOHNBULL and WELLS collaboration brand “ATELLIER WELLS BY JOHNBULL” has been released. ◆坂本龍一氏と共同制作した世界的MRクリエイター◆ Todd Eckert氏を招き特別講演を開催 ～世界最前線の作品制作を支えた関西大学学生との交流から実現～https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153223https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153223Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES関西大学総合情報学部は、坂本龍一氏のMR作品「KAGAMI」の監督であるTodd Eckert氏を招き、10月13日に特別講演会を開催する。これは同大学学生22人が作品の技術支援に携えたことを契機に実現したもので、AI時代における人間の知性や創造性について語られる。 [A one-night-only collaboration!] Soprano Rei Yamada teams up with a drone show for the first time. Climax show announced for “CAMPLUGGED Vol.9”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153222https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153222Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSoprano Rei Yamada will collaborate with a drone show for the first time and give a special live performance during the climax show at “CAMPLUGGED Vol.9,” taking place on October 10, 2026. “City Hall Meiko” to hold an “Autumn Festival” on October 15 to thank the local community, featuring a mochi-pounding dance contest and nighttime tourshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153221https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153221Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ベルコ名古屋支社 will hold an “Autumn Festival” for local residents at “City Hall Meiko” on Oct. 15, 2026. In addition to a mochi-pounding contest and food stalls, the event will include an evening preview tour with advance estimates for end-of-life planning services. To celebrate the 1st anniversary of NARUMIYA HAPPY PARK, the ultimate lovely theme café is coming ♪ “NARUMIYA CHARACTERS Lovely Stand” will open for a limited time in Tokyo and Osaka!!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153220https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153220Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社エルティーアール will open “NARUMIYA CHARACTERS Lovely Stand,” a limited-time theme café in Tokyo and Osaka starting in October 2026, to celebrate the 1st anniversary of “NARUMIYA HAPPY PARK,” operated by 株式会社ナルミヤ・インターナショナル. Saitama-based 5-member band かいじゅうと花束 releases its 4th Single “Ivy” today!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153219https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153219Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSaitama-based 5-member band かいじゅうと花束 has released its 4th Single “Ivy” through ZULA, operated by 株式会社massenext. 【ウブロ】Kouta Nomura attends “HUBLOT NIGHT” wearing ウブロ!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153218https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153218Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESOn Sept. 24, 2026, ウブロ held “HUBLOT NIGHT,” a special event for one night only at Ginza Sony Park in Tokyo’s Ginza district. Actor Kouta Nomura attended wearing the “Big Bang MECA-10 Titanium.” ソニーミュージック’s mental health project “B-side” collaborates with J-WAVE (81.3FM) for World Mental Health Day!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153217https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153217Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESソニー・ミュージックエンタテインメント’s mental health project “B-side” is collaborating with radio station J-WAVE on a special campaign for World Mental Health Day. The little-known life and music of the solitary singer-songwriter: “Judy Sill: The Songwriter of Atonement” opens nationwide in stages, including at Uplink Kichijoji on 10/23 and YEBISU GARDEN CINEMA on 10/30https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153216https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153216Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESRelease information has been published for “Judy Sill: The Songwriter of Atonement,” a documentary film tracing the life and music of singer-songwriter Judy Sill, who debuted in the 1970s and died young. 【30% OFF Sale】First-ever packaged-product sale from Rabbitfoot, the visual novel brand featuring fan favorites! Limited-time 30% OFF sale on packaged editions of 5 visual novels starring popular VTubers!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153215https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153215Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESサイバーステップ株式会社のノベルゲームブランド「Rabbitfoot」が、人気VTuber主演の5作品のパッケージ8商品を30%OFFで期間限定セールを実施する。 Marlon Hoffstadt, whose one-of-a-kind sound fuses trance, rave and pop music and electrifies audiences around the world, is finally coming to Japan!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153214https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153214Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESBerlin-based German DJ/producer Marlon Hoffstadt will make his long-awaited Japan debut with a show at ZEROTOKYO in Tokyo on Dec. 4, 2026. Kaito Hori’s latest photo book “Hitotarashi” is out today!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153213https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153213Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESActor Kaito Hori’s latest photo book “Hitotarashi” will be released on Oct. 2. It is priced at ¥3,850 and features 128 pages in B5 format, showcasing a variety of outfits and expressions. Introducing FMヨコハマ’s new and revamped programs for October 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153212https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153212Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFMヨコハマ is introducing new and revamped programs in October 2026, with a diverse lineup featuring THE南無ズ, Yuriko Hori, Nobuhiko Takada and others. 【ニューエラ】The 2026 Fall/Winter collection of “Powered by GORO（MIN-NANO）,” directed by Goro Nakatsugawa, launches Friday, Oct. 9https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153211https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153211Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESニューエラ will release the 2026 Fall/Winter collection of “Powered by GORO（MIN-NANO）,” directed by Goro Nakatsugawa, on Oct. 9. Program a robot that works at disaster sites with your own hands: try the job of a robot programmer at “Out of KidZania in Naha 2026”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153210https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153210Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe programming course business for elementary and junior high school students operated by 株式会社ツクリエ will exhibit at “Out of KidZania in Naha 2026,” held in Naha on Dec. 12 and 13, 2026, offering a hands-on programming experience with a rescue robot designed to work at disaster sites. ジモティースポット, a public-private partnership reuse hub where people can give away unwanted items starting at ¥0, surpasses 50 locations nationwide!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153209https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153209Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe number of reuse locations operated by 株式会社ジモティー under the name “ジモティースポット” has surpassed 50 nationwide. The service is expanding rapidly through partnerships with local governments, driven by the reduction in waste-processing costs calculated from Environment Ministry statistics. “2026 Korea Grand Music Awards” to be held in South Korea on Nov. 7 (Sat.) and 8 (Sun.): exclusive live stream available to Hulu subscribers at no extra charge; 100 Hulu members invited to the awards ceremony to celebrate the streamhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153208https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153208Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESHulu will exclusively livestream the “2026 Korea Grand Music Awards,” held in South Korea on Nov. 7 and 8, and will run a campaign inviting 100 Hulu members to the awards ceremony. Iid to release the first set of scene still bromides from the TV anime “領民０人スタートの辺境領主様” as new content for Entertainment Print, starting Friday, Oct. 2, 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153207https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153207Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社イード will release the first set of scene still bromides from the TV anime “領民０人スタートの辺境領主様” as new content for Entertainment Print, starting Oct. 2, 2026. Demo downloads surpass 1 million! Co-op survival horror game “インボキア-呪いのダイスゲーム-,” playable by up to 6 people at once, gets an early access release on Oct. 8!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153206https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153206Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES松竹ゲームズ has joined as publisher of “インボキア-呪いのダイスゲーム-,” a co-op survival horror game developed by Ludogram, and will release the early access version on Oct. 8. Demo downloads have surpassed 1 million. [Definitive edition] Official art book for the anime “メイドインアビス,” volume 2, “図説 メイドインアビス探窟記録II,” to be released Oct. 2 as a lavish 3-book sethttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153205https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153205Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社竹書房 will release volume 2 of the official art book for the anime “メイドインアビス,” “図説 メイドインアビス探窟記録II,” on Oct. 2, 2026. The lavish 3-book set has a list price of ¥6,300 plus tax. New power unit “AV-P5015N” enables power monitoring and control, as well as scheduled operation, over a networkhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153204https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153204Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe TASCAM brand of ティアック株式会社 will release the “AV-P5015N” power distributor, which enables power monitoring and control over a network as well as scheduled operation, in late November 2026. More than 50 statues on display! A spectacular showcase! Prime 1 Studio to exhibit at Wonder Festival 2026 Shanghaihttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153203https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153203Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社プライム1スタジオ will exhibit at “Wonder Festival 2026 Shanghai,” held at 上海新国际博览中心 on Oct. 3 and 4, showcasing more than 50 statues in total. “Wizardry 45th Anniversary Special Campaign” to celebrate the simultaneous release of the comics!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153202https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153202Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ドリコム will hold the “Wizardry 45th Anniversary Special Campaign” to celebrate the simultaneous release of volumes 9 and 2 of the comics on Oct. 20, 2026. The first shipment of “Wizardry Variants Daphne” will include a limited-edition sticker, and a talk show and autograph session will be held at マチ★アソビ. [Free report available] What is “agentic commerce,” now gaining ground overseas? Where Japan stands today and what it takes for stores to be chosen in the AI erahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153201https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153201Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社カンリー has published a free report for all industries on “The State of Agentic Commerce in Japan and How Stores Get Chosen.” The report discusses the results of a survey of Japanese consumers and the importance of keeping store information online accurate in the AI era. 【小学５・６年生対象】1日中ワクワクできる体験がいっぱい！新潟市の文化や歴史を楽しく学べる「子ども向け文化プログラム体験」の第2弾を実施します！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153200https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153200Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES新潟市は小学5・6年生を対象とした「子ども向け文化プログラム体験」の第2弾を実施する。10月と11月に1日コースと半日コースが開催され、越後杉工作や農業体験など多様な文化体験を提供する。 ★Event information★ Starting Oct. 22: The life of a man who fought his way to the top with nothing but his fists takes over 墓場の画廊. “SUN-KEN ROCK” pop-up store coming soon!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153199https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-12/index-en-p5.html#n3153199Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社CRAZY BUMP will hold a pop-up store for “SUN-KEN ROCK,” the manga illustrated by Boichi, starting Oct. 22, 2026, at 墓場の画廊 Nakano store and online. Merchandise including T-shirts and acrylic stands will be on sale.