# AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-02 15:00–18:00 JST｜Page 4 of 8

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 446 items from 7 sources; Taiwan, 263 items from 8 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## 【全国4都市で期間限定開催】雪の世界とオーガニックローズが彩る、冬限定の華やかなティータイム『スノーホリデー×ジュリーク ローズアフタヌーンティー』販売

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:05:50+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001365.000004975.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227219-en.html
- anchor: #n3154414
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ツカダ・グローバルホールディング、株式会社ベストブライダル、ジュリーク

株式会社ベストブライダル will offer the winter-limited “Snow Holiday × Jurlique Rose Afternoon Tea,” a collaboration with Australian organic cosmetics brand ジュリーク, at 6 venues in 4 cities nationwide.

Facts:
- 4 cities nationwide
- 6 venues in 4 cities nationwide
- Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026
- Monday, Jan. 11, 2027 (national holiday)
- 15 mL mini size
- 5,400 yen on weekdays
- 9,700 yen on weekends and holidays

## A special collaboration between maison des perles and the works of Dick Bruna: “Miffy” accessories crafted with haute couture embroidery

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:05:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000186421.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227221-en.html
- anchor: #n3154415
- Companies mentioned: maison des perles、株式会社maison des perles、Mercis bv、講談社、SHC、公益社団法人日本写真家協会、Kiddyland

maison des perles will launch Miffy accessories made using haute couture embroidery techniques in October 2026, in collaboration with the works of Dick Bruna.

Facts:
- ¥37,000
- ¥20,000
- 9 types of accessories
- Oct. 10, 2026
- About 3 months later

## The autumn showdown at Fuji for the season title! The 2026 All-Japan Super Formula Championship Rounds 9 and 10 will be held October 9–11!

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:04:19+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000419.000077499.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227222-en.html
- anchor: #n3154416
- Companies mentioned: 富士スピードウェイ株式会社、Amazon、トヨタヴェルブリッツ、トヨタ交通安全センターモビリタ

Fuji Speedway will host Rounds 9 and 10 of the 2026 All-Japan Super Formula Championship from October 9 to 11. Alongside the championship-deciding races, the event will feature Halloween activities, hands-on experiences and a food festival, and will offer half-price passes for families and people under 25.

Facts:
- Up to ¥30,000 in Amazon gift cards
- Make an original fan-support uchiwa (round fan): 800 yen
- Face sticker corner: 500 yen
- Admission: ¥500
- GR86 (5,500 yen)
- GR Supra RZ (6,600 yen)
- GRMN86 (9,900 yen)
- Standard advance admission ticket (6,800 yen)
- Special family discount ticket = 1 adult (high school age or older): 3,400 yen

## [Online seminar on October 23] Why Well-Being now? Ideas for improving workplace environments learned from WELL Certification

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:02:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000034.000160609.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227224-en.html
- anchor: #n3154417
- Companies mentioned: 福西電機株式会社、パナソニックグループ

福西電機株式会社は、2026年10月23日にWell-BeingとWELL認証をテーマとしたオンラインセミナーを開催する。

Facts:
- Oct. 23, 2026
- 11：00～11：30
- October 1, 1946
- May 1, 1951
- 1.632 billion yen

## Real Escape Game × time loop! Stage production The Great Escape to be performed at Asakusa Kagekijo in November 2026!

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:01:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000312.000041146.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227227-en.html
- anchor: #n3154418
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ライズコミュニケーション、R&J、イトーカンパニー、スターダストプロモーション、ソフィープロモーション、FAHP、吉本興業、レディバード、株式会社バンダイ

The stage production The Great Escape is set to be performed at Asakusa Kagekijo in November 2026. This suspense comedy revolves around a real escape game and a time loop, and features Junya Komatsu and other cast members.

Facts:
- Thursday, Nov. 26, 2026
- Sunday, Nov. 29
- VIP seats: 12,000 yen
- S seat: ¥9,000
- Drink charge: 600 yen

## Orizuru Tower: The “Wall of Cranes” filled with more than 1.33 million paper cranes — ceremony held to place the “first crane” made from new earth-friendly origami paper

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000024.000150422.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227228-en.html
- anchor: #n3154419
- Companies mentioned: おりづるタワー株式会社、広島マツダ

As Orizuru Tower marked its 10th anniversary, more than 1.33 million paper cranes were removed from the now-full “Wall of Cranes,” and a ceremony was held to place new cranes made from environmentally considerate materials.

Facts:
- 1.33 million cranes
- October 2, ２０２６
- 10 years old
- 2016

## Coming to theaters on November 27! The live-action film Wandance

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:21+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009006.000001719.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227230-en.html
- anchor: #n3154420
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社講談社、講談社、ハピネットファントム・スタジオ、&TEAM、Girls²、MAZZEL、超特急、origami PRODUCTIONS、SWING-O、GuruConnect

11月27日公開の実写映画『ワンダンス』を記念し、講談社より原作コミックスの店頭施策が行われる。1〜6巻に数量限定のフル帯版が展開され、最新16巻には初版限定特典としてJOのホログラムカードが付く。

Facts:
- Available at bookstores nationwide starting in mid-October 2026
- The digital edition is also scheduled to be released sequentially with a special cover for a limited time starting October 15 (Friday).
- The latest volume, 16, of the original manga is set for release on November 20 (Friday).
- Cumulative circulation of the collected volumes has surpassed 1.3 million copies.
- List price: 792 yen (tax included)

## Introducing 50G-PON, which achieved Japan’s first commercialization, and a 16-way optical splitter module making its first exhibition appearance

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:16+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000042.000146259.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227231-en.html
- anchor: #n3154421
- Companies mentioned: シンクレイヤ株式会社、日本ケーブルテレビ連盟東海支部

シンクレイヤ株式会社は、2026年10月9日から11日まで名古屋市で開催される『ケーブルフェスタ2026』に出展し、日本初の商用化を実現した50G-PONや初展示となる16分岐光スプリッタモジュールなどのソリューションを紹介する。

Facts:
- 50G-PON
- 16-way optical splitter module
- Oct. 9, 2026
- Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard: 1724

## [Searching for acorns in an autumn forest] A squirrel viewed from behind and acorn-shaped cookies are the key motifs. “Found an Acorn! Autumn Detour Cookie Tin” available for a limited time at the Snack Me online store

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000401.000031067.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227232-en.html
- anchor: #n3154422
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スナックミー

株式会社スナックミーは、2026年10月1日より『どんぐりみっけ！秋のよりみちクッキー缶』を期間限定で発売する。

Facts:
- From Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- Flavor details (7 varieties in total)
- 早割価格（10/1〜10/13）：3,280円
- Regular price (from 10 a.m. on Oct. 14): 3,480 yen
- 300 yen off each price

## KRAFTON launches Season 5, “Wrath of the Frostborn,” for the time-travel × dark fantasy action RPG Last Epoch

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000428.000082433.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227234-en.html
- anchor: #n3154424
- Companies mentioned: KRAFTON JAPAN株式会社、KRAFTON、Eleventh Hour Games、EHG、KRAFTON, Inc.

Season 5 update “Wrath of the Frostborn” is now available for the action RPG Last Epoch, developed by KRAFTON subsidiary Eleventh Hour Games. The update adds new content and bosses, and a limited-time 30% off sale is underway on Steam.

Facts:
- More than 3 million copies sold worldwide
- Officially released in February 2024
- 15 mastery classes
- More than 120 skill trees
- Starting at 1 a.m. on Friday, October 2, 2026
- 3 new skills
- 30% off
- Now on sale for 2,730 yen, 30% off
- Until 2 a.m. Japan time on Friday, October 9, 2026
- Official release date: February 21, 2024
- Regular price: 3,900 yen

## Book “Understanding Customer Harassment Countermeasures Through Manga” to be released Friday, October 2: Manga explains how to identify customer harassment and respond initially

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000555.000082530.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227233-en.html
- anchor: #n3154423
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社日本能率協会マネジメントセンター、JMAM、株式会社Tree、心理学の学校Tree、近代セールス社、三笠書房、シャープ株式会社、株式会社リクルートスタッフィング、早川・村木経営法律事務所、西野経営法律事務所、Amazon、楽天ブックス、NHK、テレビ朝日、TBS

株式会社日本能率協会マネジメントセンターは、カスハラ対策をマンガで解説する書籍『マンガでやさしくわかるカスハラ対策』を2026年10月2日に発売した。改正労働施策総合推進法により10月1日から事業主に防止措置が義務付けられたことを受け、予防や初動対応などのコミュニケーション術をシリーズ累計150万部突破の「マンガでやさしくわかる」シリーズとして提供している。

Facts:
- More than 1.5 million copies sold across the series
- Friday， October 2， 2026
- As of July 2026
- Starting October 1, 2026
- Price: 1,980 yen (tax included)
- Pages: 256 pages
- After working as a healthcare professional for 13 years
- Became independent in 2021
- Registered as an attorney in 2018
- 2020年早川・村木経営法律事務所に入所
- 2026年西野経営法律事務所を開設

## One month since the official X account for “Sergeant Keroro☆ Hachamecha TV Show” launched! Commemorative campaign offers a chance to win Amazon gift cards by following and reposting!

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000188102.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227562-en.html
- anchor: #n3154510
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社RENGAME、KADOKAWA、Amazon、Nintendo Switch、Steam

株式会社RENGAMEは、2026年12月発売予定の新作ゲーム『ケロロ軍曹☆ ハチャメチャTVショー』の公式X開設1ヶ月を記念し、フォローとリポストでAmazonギフトカードが当たるキャンペーンを開催する。

Facts:
- 71 winners will be selected by lottery
- 1st prize: 10,000 yen × 1 winner
- 2nd prize: 1,000 yen × 10 winners
- 3rd prize: 500 yen × 60 winners
- Price: 1,800 yen (before tax)

## Notice of the 55th “Fureai Market”

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000189974.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227561-en.html
- anchor: #n3154509
- Companies mentioned: 川崎信用金庫、社会福祉法人ともかわさき

社会福祉法人ともかわさき主催、川崎信用金庫協賛による「第５５回ふれあい市場」が２０２６年１０月１６日に川崎信用金庫本店で開催される。

Facts:
- May 1997
- 年２回
- October 16, 2026
- 10 a.m.
- 3 p.m.
- 1st-floor lobby
- 14 facilities

## 【フィリピン・統合型リゾート】Okada Manila オカダマニラ 第35回TTGトラベルアワード2026にて「ベストホテル – マニラ」を受賞

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000183337.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227560-en.html
- anchor: #n3154508
- Companies mentioned: Tiger Resort, Leisure and Entertainment, Inc.、Okada Manila、TTGトラベルアワード、フォーブス・トラベルガイド、ミシュラン・セレクテッド、銀座長岡、ザ・リトリート・スパ、スリルスケープ、オカダ・キッズクラブ、WET、ベラージオ、ブルジュ・ハリファ、DOT、Agoda、トリップアドバイザー、Booking.com、トラベル＋レジャー

フィリピン最大の統合型リゾート「オカダマニラ」が、第35回TTGトラベルアワード2026において「ベストホテル – マニラ」を受賞した。

Facts:
- 第35回TTGトラベルアワード2026
- On a 30-hectare site
- 1,001 guest rooms, suites and villas
- More than 40 dining venues
- 7年連続でフォーブス・トラベルガイド5つ星
- Approximately 4–5 hours by direct flight
- Just a 1-hour time difference
- Approximately 15 minutes by car
- Capacity for up to 5,000 people

## Carbon Neutrality Advisor “Basic” Certification Training Session to Be Held — Explaining Key Points for Earning the Certification

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000173834.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227559-en.html
- anchor: #n3154507
- Companies mentioned: 一般財団法人大阪府みどり公社、おおさか脱炭素経営支援センター、大阪府、環境省、TKP大阪本町カンファレンスセンター、ZOOMプロ、大阪DICビル

一般財団法人大阪府みどり公社が運営する「おおさか脱炭素経営支援センター」は、2026年10月28日に大阪府と連携し、金融機関や商工会等の職員を対象とした脱炭素アドバイザー「ベーシック」資格取得研修会を開催する。参加費は無料。

Facts:
- Oct. 28, 2026
- 15:00〜16:30
- 〈Venue〉25 people
- 〈Online〉100 people
- Participation is free

## “THE MONSTER” Naoya Inoue’s First Special Exhibition, “Naoya Inoue THE DAY Exhibition — What Did You Witness That Day?” to Be Held

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000086266.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227563-en.html
- anchor: #n3154506
- Companies mentioned: エムシーファッション株式会社、株式会社NTTドコモ、株式会社セカンドキャリア、THE MONSTER、Lemino BOXING、ザ・リング、d払い、dカード

エムシーファッション、NTTドコモ、セカンドキャリアの3社が、ボクシング世界スーパーバンタム級4団体統一王者・井上尚弥選手の特別展示会「井上尚弥 THE DAY展」を2026年10月22日から開催する。

Facts:
- From October 22, 2026 (Thursday) to October 27 (Tuesday)
- May 2, 2026
- General admission ticket: 3,000 yen
- Premium ticket: 12,000 yen

## Begins bilateral trading of “non-FIT non-fossil certificates” from FIP solar power plants

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000114719.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227569-en.html
- anchor: #n3154505
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社グリーングロース、グリーングロース

株式会社グリーングロース has begun bilateral trading with retail electricity providers for “non-FIT non-fossil certificates” from FIP solar power plants. It also aims to sell directly to corporate customers and support corporate PPAs.

## Kaiser Enterprise places large-scale outdoor advertising across 3 surfaces at Imoaraizaka

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000161944.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227567-en.html
- anchor: #n3154504
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KAISER ENTERPRISE、株式会社カイザーエンタープライズ

株式会社カイザーエンタープライズ will run 3 large outdoor advertisements on Imoarai-zaka from August 19, 2026, to July 20, 2027, to increase awareness of its own brand in the Roppongi area.

Facts:
- Large-scale outdoor advertising across 3 surfaces
- Starting Aug. 19, 2026 (Wednesday)
- Available for a limited time through July 20, 2027 (Tuesday)

## 釧路市防火管理者連絡協議会 Receives the Prime Minister’s Award for Contributions to Disaster Prevention

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000024.000097947.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227564-en.html
- anchor: #n3154503
- Companies mentioned: 釧路市防火管理者連絡協議会、釧路市消防本部

釧路市防火管理者連絡協議会 received the Prime Minister’s Award for Contributions to Disaster Prevention in recognition of its 60 years of activity since its founding.

Facts:
- September 14, 2026
- Showa 40
- 60 years
- Showa 55
- Reiwa 7

## 8th Anniversary of the Launch of topia! 8 Major Campaigns to Be Held!

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000028.000028397.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227558-en.html
- anchor: #n3154502
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アンビリアル、topia

株式会社アンビリアル will hold “8 Major Campaigns” from October 1 to 31, 2026, to mark the 8th anniversary of the launch of “topia,” its virtual music livestreaming platform.

Facts:
- 8th anniversary
- 8 major campaigns
- Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
- Approximately 30 songs each
- 888 yen
- 8,888 yen
- 88,888 yen
- 88 winners
- 300 gacha stones
- More than 20,000 songs

## Turning a Miyakojima Medicinal Herb Garden into “a Place to Regain the Human Senses.” Plant Power Researcher Tsuyoshi Oda Holds Strategy Meeting on Future Plans

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000029.000123469.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227554-en.html
- anchor: #n3154501
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フランスダイレクト、NPO法人いらうゆう

株式会社フランスダイレクト is advancing a project to fully launch a medicinal herb garden on Miyakojima and held a strategy meeting with 4 experts, including Tsuyoshi Oda. A commemorative publication event is also planned for September.

Facts:
- July 2026
- 異なる分野で活動する3名の専門家を招き
- A strategy meeting with 4 participants, including Oda
- September 18, 2026 (Thursday)
- 1日1分で
- July 20, 2026 (Monday)
- Wednesday the 22nd
- The number of subscribers is approximately 38,300
- Capital: ¥1,000,000

## ANNA SUI’s diffusion brand “anna sui nyc” opens its first store worldwide at ラフォーレ原宿! A distinctive space designed by ANNA herself and a special message also arrive

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000032.000057249.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227556-en.html
- anchor: #n3154500
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社サントラージュ、ANNA SUI、anna sui nyc、ラフォーレ原宿

株式会社サントラージュ opened the world’s first store for ANNA SUI’s diffusion brand “anna sui nyc” at ラフォーレ原宿 in August 2026. The store was directed by founder ANNA SUI, and sales of a collaboration project with female creators and a new collection will begin on October 2.

Facts:
- August 2026
- 1.5F
- October 2 (Friday)
- 11:00-20:00

## Notice Regarding ハイネスコーポレーション株式会社’s Listing on TOKYO PRO Market

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000035.000038383.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227555-en.html
- anchor: #n3154499
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ジャパンインベストメントアドバイザー、ハイネスコーポレーション株式会社、株式会社東京証券取引所、JIA、J-Adviser、福岡証券取引所、札幌証券取引所

ハイネスコーポレーション株式会社, supported by 株式会社ジャパンインベストメントアドバイザー (JIA) as its J-Adviser, listed on TOKYO PRO Market, operated by the Tokyo Stock Exchange, on October 2, 2026. This brings the number of listed companies supported by JIA to 7.

Facts:
- The number of listed companies we support as J-Adviser will reach 7
- ハイネスコーポレーション listed on TOKYO PRO Market on October 2, 2026, with approval from the TSE
- Established March 17, 1993

## 東京都大島町 Introduces “At FurusatoⓇ,” a Pay-Later Furusato Tax Donation Service

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000037.000041586.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227553-en.html
- anchor: #n3154498
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社電算、東京都大島町、dsnあとふる株式会社

東京都大島町 has decided to introduce “At FurusatoⓇ,” a pay-later furusato tax donation service that lets users make donations based on receipts from purchases made while traveling, in partnership with 株式会社電算.

Facts:
- Donation amounts have remained broadly flat over the past 2–3 years
- Designate return gifts worth approximately 30% of the donation amount ※2

## Sassor and ポート Sign Agreement on Aggregation Operations for High-Voltage Grid-Scale Battery Storage Facilities

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000045.000028289.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227437-en.html
- anchor: #n3154495
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Sassor、Sassor、ポート株式会社、ポート、PORT INC.

株式会社Sassor and ポート株式会社 have signed an agreement on aggregation operations for high-voltage grid-scale battery storage facilities developed by ポート. Sassor will handle market operations as the aggregator. The facility is located in the Tokyo Electric Power area, with a rated output of approximately 2MW and rated capacity of approximately 8MWh, and is scheduled to connect to the grid in the first half of 2027.

Facts:
- Rated output: approximately 2MW
- Rated capacity: approximately 8MWh
- Scheduled grid connection: first half of 2027 (planned)
- 2027年3月期には計14ヶ所の投資を決定
- Securities code: 7047

## AMANE to Exhibit at “Japan Mobility Show Bizweek 2026”

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000046.000110131.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227433-en.html
- anchor: #n3154494
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社AMANE、一般社団法人日本自動車工業会、JAMA、一般社団法人日本自動車部品工業会、JAPIA

株式会社AMANE will exhibit at “Japan Mobility Show Bizweek 2026,” taking place at Makuhari Messe from October 13 to 16, 2026. It will showcase interactive content combining image analysis and generative AI, its edge AI gateway “AMANE Gateway,” and hands-on data analysis support. Director Saito will also speak at the “Future Mobility Conference,” hosted by 一般社団法人日本自動車工業会.

Facts:
- Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026
- The 16th (Friday)
- Booth number: S-49
- Hours: 10:00–17:00
- Date and time: October 16 (Friday), 13:00–14:30

## “THE MONSTER” Naoya Inoue’s First Special Exhibition, “Naoya Inoue THE DAY Exhibition — What Did You Witness That Day?” to Be Held

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000047.000144861.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227417-en.html
- anchor: #n3154493
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NTTドコモ、株式会社セカンドキャリア、エムシーファッション株式会社、ザ・リング

株式会社NTTドコモ、株式会社セカンドキャリア、エムシーファッションの3社が、ボクシング世界スーパーバンタム級4団体統一王者・井上尚弥選手の特別展示会「井上尚弥THE DAY展」を2026年10月22日から開催する。

Facts:
- From October 22, 2026 (Thursday) to October 27 (Tuesday)
- General admission ticket: 3,000 yen
- Premium ticket: 12,000 yen
- Undisputed world super bantamweight champion, holding all 4 major titles

## AI security company CoWorker launches “2-month unlimited-use trial plan” to test “Red Agent,” “Blue Agent” and “Purple Agent” on live projects

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000050.000156001.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227409-en.html
- anchor: #n3154492
- Companies mentioned: CoWorker株式会社、CoWorker

CoWorker株式会社 has launched a 2-month unlimited-use trial plan that allows customers to use AI security solutions including “Red Agent,” “Blue Agent” and “Purple Agent” on live projects. Each plan costs 500,000 yen, before tax, and includes support from FDE.

Facts:
- 2 months of unlimited use
- Each plan costs 500,000 yen
- Each plan includes 15 hours of FDE support
- Applications are being accepted through the end of October 2026

## Recreating the “entry point of pain” in cells

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000051.000181531.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227351-en.html
- anchor: #n3154491
- Companies mentioned: NTT株式会社、NTT

NTT has developed a technology that applies heat locally to nerve fibers and captures the generation and propagation of nerve signals. The technology integrates microfluidic channels, heating elements and electrodes, and is expected to serve as a foundational technology for quantifying, at the cellular level, individual differences in pain sensitivity and drug responses.

Facts:
- Nov. 18–25, 2026
- A range of approximately 100 µm
- A short time of 1 millisecond
- Research project number: JP25H02631

## 【ノーガホテル 清水 京都】多様化する旅行スタイルに対応し、コネクティングルームを新設

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000052.000080570.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227343-en.html
- anchor: #n3154490
- Companies mentioned: 野村不動産ホテルズ株式会社、ノーガホテル 清水 京都、NOHGA HOTEL、庭のホテル、CICON by NOHGA HOTEL

野村不動産ホテルズが運営する「ノーガホテル 清水 京都」は、多様な旅行スタイルに対応するため、コネクティングルームを10組20室新設した。

Facts:
- Adds 10 sets of connecting rooms, totaling 20 rooms
- Area: 66 m² (2 rooms of 33 m² each)
- Capacity: Up to 6 guests (with an extra bed)
- Scheduled to open in summer 2027

## 24時間使えるLCCレンタカー「オールタイムレンタカー」蒲田エリアに2拠点をオープン

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000056.000071927.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227342-en.html
- anchor: #n3154489
- Companies mentioned: バリュートープ株式会社、オールタイムレンタカー、株式会社イード、株式会社ジゴワッツ、株式会社スマートバリュー

バリュートープ株式会社が運営するカーシェア型LCCレンタカー「オールタイムレンタカー」が、東京都大田区蒲田エリアに2つの新ステーションをオープンした。

Facts:
- 2nd location
- 3rd location
- 5 cars in total
- 107,000,000 yen

## Sugakiko Systems, operator of “Sugakiya,” makes 株式会社ドムドムフードサービス, which operates “Dom Dom Hamburger,” a group company

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000059.000097460.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227341-en.html
- anchor: #n3154488
- Companies mentioned: スガキコシステムズ株式会社、株式会社ドムドムフードサービス

スガキコシステムズは、2026年9月30日付でドムドムフードサービスの株式を追加取得し、同社をグループ会社化すると発表した。両社は経営資源の相互活用や1,000店舗チェーン構築を目指し、来春には共同出店も予定している。

Facts:
- Effective September 30, 2026
- Currently operates approximately 300 locations
- In December 2025
- In July 2026
- 80th anniversary of founding
- “1,000-store chain”

## University student influencer “Pawako,” known for relatable content, to hold first birthday celebration, “Please Let Me Work Here! Pawako’s Birthday Celebration,” at SHIBUYA XXI on Thursday, Nov. 12

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000060.000125574.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227340-en.html
- anchor: #n3154487
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 Suu、UU、パワ子商事、Google 社、フジテレビ、NHK、Call of Duty Mobile、めちゃコミック、BASE

株式会社Suu announced that it will hold the first birthday celebration for its affiliated influencer “Pawako” at SHIBUYA XXI on Nov. 12, 2026.

Facts:
- TikTok フォロワー13.5 万人
- Instagram フォロワー2.2 万人
- Limited to 80 people
- Height: 160 cm

## Organizations receiving the Japan Quality Award for FY2025 (Reiwa 7) and FY2026 (Reiwa 8)

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000062.000027520.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227338-en.html
- anchor: #n3154486
- Companies mentioned: 一般財団法人日本科学技術連盟、パナソニック エナジー株式会社、株式会社朝日機器エンジニアリング、鈴木機工株式会社、フジゲン株式会社、経団連

The Union of Japanese Scientists and Engineers has selected the organizations receiving the Japan Quality Encouragement Award for FY2025 and FY2026. The companies selected for the TQM Practice Award are パナソニック エナジー株式会社, 株式会社朝日機器エンジニアリング, 鈴木機工株式会社 and フジゲン株式会社. The awards ceremony will be held at the 経団連 Kaikan on Nov. 11, and the lecture event will take place in February 2027.

Facts:
- Fiscal 2025
- FY2026
- Nov. 11
- February 26, 2027
- 1.5 times
- Approximately 30 years
- Basic assets: 2.3172 billion yen

## スケッチャーズ launches its first racing super shoe, “SKECHERS AERO Elite”

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000069.000074058.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227336-en.html
- anchor: #n3154485
- Companies mentioned: スケッチャーズ、SKECHERS JAPAN G.K.、SKECHERS U.S.A., Inc.

スケッチャーズ will launch “SKECHERS AERO Elite,” its first super shoe developed for racing, on Oct. 2, 2026. The model features the latest technologies, including Hyper Burst Pro™ and Quantum Plate™, and is designed for distances from 5 km to the full marathon. The company also announced that Shelby Houlihan has joined its athlete team.

Facts:
- Friday, October 2, 2026
- About 5,300 retail stores
- More than 180 countries and regions
- 14-time winner

## Prepared seeks first model-case companies in Saitama Prefecture for highly regarded AI call recording and automated summarization service “RecACE plus,” which can also be used to address customer harassment

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000073.000159968.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227335-en.html
- anchor: #n3154484
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プリペアード

株式会社プリペアード is seeking model-case companies in Saitama Prefecture for the first time for its AI call recording and automated summarization service “RecACE plus,” to test measures against customer harassment and improve operational efficiency.

Facts:
- Ginza 4-chome 14-11
- 2021

## dSPACE seamlessly integrates cybersecurity testing into SIL and HIL validation

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000077.000096375.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227333-en.html
- anchor: #n3154483
- Companies mentioned: dSPACE、dSPACE Japan株式会社、dissecto

dSPACE has integrated HydraVision, a test platform from its cybersecurity brand dissecto, into the X-in-the-loop validation environments VEOS and SCALEXIO, enabling automated cybersecurity testing in SIL and HIL validation.

Facts:
- More than 2,900 employees worldwide provide products and services
- ドイツ国内の4つのプロジェクトセンター

## １０月１０日（土）「厚真町さくら植樹」を実施

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000077.000124027.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227331-en.html
- anchor: #n3154482
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人イオン環境財団、イオン株式会社、厚真町、イオン北海道株式会社

公益財団法人イオン環境財団 and 厚真町 will hold a tree-planting event on Oct. 10, 2026, in Horonai, Atsuma Town, planting 300 Ezoyamazakura cherry trees.

## 【銀座かねまつ】アウトレットショップが三井アウトレットパーク幕張に期間限定オープン！

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000080.000085425.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227318-en.html
- anchor: #n3154481
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社かねまつ、銀座かねまつ、三井アウトレットパーク幕張

株式会社かねまつが展開するレディースシューズブランド「銀座かねまつ」は、2026年10月3日から2027年1月31日まで三井アウトレットパーク幕張に期間限定のアウトレットショップをオープンする。パンプスやカジュアルシューズは定価の40％OFFで販売され、サンプル品や訳ありアイテムも特別価格で提供される。また、対象商品を2点購入すると合計金額からさらに10％OFFとなるキャンペーンも実施される。

Facts:
- Oct. 3, 2026 (Saturday)
- Jan. 31, 2027 (Sun.)
- 40% OFF
- 10% OFF
- Buy 2 items

## Commemorative art project at Higashiohdo Elementary School, marking its 150th anniversary, brings together an alumnus artist and approximately 80 students from across the school [Katori City, Chiba Prefecture]

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000082.000132436.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227314-en.html
- anchor: #n3154480
- Companies mentioned: Studio ANOKO 合同会社

Higashiohdo Elementary School in Katori City, Chiba Prefecture, is working on a commemorative project ahead of its 150th anniversary in 2026. The project brings together approximately 80 students from across the school and alumnus and contemporary artist Maho Takahashi to create a large mobile and art panels using “Sawara hariko” papier-mâché.

Facts:
- 150th anniversary of its founding
- Approximately 80 students from across the school

## How can you review out-of-pocket costs for studio apartment investments? “ワンルーム投資・収支1万円よくする君” launches “Monthly Out-of-Pocket Cost Review Campaign”

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000083.000132729.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227312-en.html
- anchor: #n3154479
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フロンティア、ワンルーム投資・収支1万円よくする君

株式会社フロンティア has launched the “Monthly Out-of-Pocket Cost Review Campaign” through “ワンルーム投資・収支1万円よくする君” to ease monthly out-of-pocket costs for studio apartment investments.

Facts:
- 41 partner companies
- Oct. 2, 2026

## Top livestreamers gather aboard! ONECARAT hosts a private luxury cruise ship event

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000087.000059943.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227310-en.html
- anchor: #n3154478
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社AEGIS GROUP、ONECARAT、Amazon

ONECARAT, a livestreamer agency operated by 株式会社AEGIS GROUP, hosted a private luxury cruise ship party on September 5, 2026, inviting 19 selected livestreamers.

Facts:
- Sept. 5, 2026
- 19 people
- More than 12,000 people

## Hakuto strengthens its sales capabilities for advanced plasma process technology in Japan through a distributorship agreement with Oxford Instruments

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000094.000134933.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227306-en.html
- anchor: #n3154477
- Companies mentioned: 伯東株式会社、Oxford Instruments、Oxford Instruments Advanced Technologies、Oxford Instruments plc

伯東株式会社 has signed a distributorship agreement with Oxford Instruments for compound semiconductor process equipment in Japan, strengthening its sales capabilities for advanced plasma process technology.

## [株式会社AN] Supporting Okinawa’s primary industries! Okinawa’s only manuka honey specialty store, ハニーフュージョン, teams up with BISTRO CHURA for the first time. New original OEM products, “Freeze-Dried Banana” and “Freeze-Dried Purple Sweet Potato,” launch

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000098.000091468.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227289-en.html
- anchor: #n3154476
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社AN、BISTRO CHURA、株式会社ハニーフュージョン、Honey Fusion

BISTRO CHURA, a restaurant operated by 株式会社AN, and Okinawa manuka honey specialty shop 株式会社ハニーフュージョン have teamed up for the first time to launch original freeze-dried OEM products, “Freeze-Dried Banana” and “Freeze-Dried Purple Sweet Potato,” on October 12, 2026.

Facts:
- 900 yen each (tax included)
- Freeze-Dried Banana 30g
- Freeze-Dried Purple Sweet Potato 20g
- Monday, October 12, 2026 (national holiday)

## ＜ メゾン マルジェラ フレグランス ＞ ブランド史上初のシティー限定オードパルファン「トーキョー メモリーズ*」 ローンチイベントをGINZA SIXのコンセプトストアで開催

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000100.000076967.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227287-en.html
- anchor: #n3154475
- Companies mentioned: 日本ロレアル株式会社、メゾン マルジェラ フレグランス、GINZA SIX

メゾン マルジェラ フレグランス will hold a launch event at the concept store in GINZA SIX for “Tokyo Memories*,” the brand’s first city-exclusive eau de parfum. The fragrance will go on sale at 10 Tokyo-only stores starting October 1.

Facts:
- Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- September 30 (Wed.)
- Approximately 30 guests in total
- 100mL
- 31,900 yen
- 10 stores

## 三菱総研ＤＣＳ and 西日本工業大学 sign comprehensive partnership agreement to promote PBL education

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000102.000045457.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227283-en.html
- anchor: #n3154474
- Companies mentioned: 三菱総研ＤＣＳ株式会社、西日本工業大学、miraicompass

三菱総研ＤＣＳ株式会社 and 西日本工業大学 have signed a comprehensive partnership agreement that includes promoting PBL education.

Facts:
- Since its founding in 1970
- Founded in 1967
- No. 1 nationwide market share

## Fauchon Hotel Kyoto to sell “Galette des Rois” with a Kyoto-yaki fève, available exclusively at フォションホテル京都, and New Year items

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000102.000069488.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227280-en.html
- anchor: #n3154473
- Companies mentioned: フォションホテル京都、ワールド・ブランズ・コレクション ホテルズ＆リゾーツ株式会社、ウェルス・マネジメントグループ、フォション・ホスピタリティ、中村製餡所、ペストリー＆ブティック フォション、ウェルス・マネジメント株式会社

フォションホテル京都 will begin accepting reservations on November 1, 2026, for its original “Galette des Rois” with a Kyoto-yaki fève, and will sell its original “Fauchon New Year Bag” lucky bags starting on New Year’s Day, 2027.

Facts:
- Starting Sunday, November 1, 2026
- Pickup period: Monday, January 4, 2027
- Planned sale of 100 units for each limited edition
- Original: ¥4,200 (tax included)
- Strawberry with white bean paste: ¥4,800 (tax included)
- Approximately 15 cm in diameter
- [Price] ¥10,000
- 50,000 yen
- 100,000 yen

## Professional baseball card game “Mobapuro 2 Legend” launches collaboration with former 千葉ロッテマリーンズ player Tomoya Satozaki!

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000110.000038544.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227276-en.html
- anchor: #n3154472
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マイネット、株式会社マイネットゲームス、千葉ロッテマリーンズ、日本野球機構、日本プロ野球名球会、日本プロ野球OBクラブ

株式会社マイネット announced that “Mobapuro 2 Legend,” a smartphone professional baseball card game operated by its subsidiary 株式会社マイネットゲームス, will run a collaboration campaign with former 千葉ロッテマリーンズ player Tomoya Satozaki starting October 4, 2026.

Facts:
- Oct. 4, 2026
- Oct. 11
- Nov. 15
- Nov. 21

## Solving “I can’t get a taxi” with an app. Local ride-hailing app “今治タクシー” launches in Imabari City through a partnership of 16 companies [Imabari City, Ehime Prefecture]

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000118.000136949.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227273-en.html
- anchor: #n3154471
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社電脳交通、今治タクシー事業協同組合、有限会社第一タクシー、有限会社延喜タクシー、太洋タクシー、常盤タクシー株式会社、高部タクシー株式会社、平成タクシー株式会社、キングタクシー株式会社、有限会社糸山タクシー、いずみ交通有限会社、うずしおタクシー、新日本自動車交通有限会社、新日本タクシー株式会社、新日本交通有限会社、瀬戸内タクシー株式会社、有限会社さわやか、有限会社立花タクシー

On October 1, the locally focused ride-hailing app “今治タクシー,” developed through a partnership of 16 taxi operators in Imabari City, Ehime Prefecture, began operating. The service uses the DS dispatch app provided by 電脳交通 and offers ¥500 off fares through February 2027 as part of a promotional campaign.

Facts:
- 16 companies
- Oct. 1
- 500 yen
- 6,000 times

## [SAK University] October college fair appearances | Exhibiting at all 5 venues in Kanto, Chubu and Osaka; participating in study abroad fairs in Tokyo and Osaka

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000140.000072233.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227258-en.html
- anchor: #n3154470
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エスアイイー、SAK University、英国国立エセックス大学、TKP秋葉原カンファレンスセンター、ヨコスカ・ベイサイド・ポケット、TKPゲートタワービル、UDX、国連、BBC、VISA

In October, SAK University will exhibit at college fairs at all 5 venues in Kanto, Chubu and Osaka, and will also hold study abroad fairs in Tokyo and Osaka about its partnership with the University of Essex in the UK.

Facts:
- All 5 venues
- Thursday, October 15, 2026
- 13:00-17:00
- Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026
- 15:00-17:30
- Friday, Oct. 30, 2026
- 16:00-18:00
- Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026
- 12:00-16:00
- Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
- 13:00-18:00
- ３年間
- 4th year
- 5th year
- More than 20% off
- More than 100 people
- 12th in the UK
- Established in 1964
- Produced 2 people
- TOP375

## Industrial product comparison and sales service “メトリー” launches new ad featuring Nozomi Sasaki across all 東京メトロ lines

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000149.000032842.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227256-en.html
- anchor: #n3154469
- Companies mentioned: ZAZA株式会社、メトリー、Metoree、東京メトロ、東京地下鉄株式会社、airKitchen

ZAZA株式会社 launched a new commercial for its industrial product comparison and sales service “メトリー,” beginning its placement on trains across all 東京メトロ lines in September 2026.

Facts:
- September 2026
- More than 7,000 categories
- More than 80,000 companies
- 5 major languages
- 15 seconds
- Sept. 25, 2026

## Creator-support shop クリエイターズショップ・ループ welcomes 2 exhibitors, “mononosu” and “YOKUI,” with events!

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000150.000150171.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227254-en.html
- anchor: #n3154468
- Companies mentioned: クリエイターズショップ・ループ、Loop、ナディアパーク、株式会社野村紙器、mononosu、知多木綿織元・新美株式会社、YOKUI、公益財団法人名古屋産業振興公社、国際デザインセンター、名古屋市、株式会社ゲイン、中部デザイン団体協議会、CCDO

株式会社野村紙器’s brand “mononosu” and 新美株式会社’s factory brand “YOKUI” will set up temporary shops at クリエイターズショップ・ループ from October 2 to November 4, with events including workshops and fabric sold by weight.

Facts:
- FY2026, the 19th year
- Year-round shop presence for 9 months
- With 6 parties
- Approximately every 30 days
- Of 16 parties
- A total of 22 parties
- From Friday, October 2
- Until November 4 (Wednesday)
- Marking 119 years since its founding
- Price: ¥5,000
- Capacity: 6 people per session
- In 1m increments

## [Hiroshima/Sera] New photo contest launches for “Flowering Hill,” where muhly grass blooms [Sora no Hanabatake Sera Kogen Hana no Mori]

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000158.000112057.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227244-en.html
- anchor: #n3154467
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 世羅高原農場、そらの花畑世羅高原花の森、道の駅世羅

そらの花畑世羅高原花の森 is holding a photo contest inviting submissions of photos of “Flowering Hill,” where muhly grass blooms. The entry period runs from September 26 to November 15, 2026.

Facts:
- Saturday, September 26, 2026
- Sunday, Nov. 15
- ¥5,000 gift certificate
- ¥3,000 gift certificate
- ¥1,500 in vouchers
- Adults: ¥600–¥1,000
- Children (ages 4 through elementary school): ¥300–¥500

## From “reaching a wide audience” to video experiences that resonate deeply with individuals: personalized video production service “YOUVIEW” launches

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000167.000066685.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227238-en.html
- anchor: #n3154466
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社博報堂プロダクツ、博報堂ＤＹグループ

株式会社博報堂プロダクツ has launched “YOUVIEW,” a personalized video production service leveraging AI technology and expertise in “generators.”

## [あべのハルカス近鉄本店] “Osaka-Kansai Expo Press Photography Exhibition” to be held: Stories that began at the Expo—1 year after its closing

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000171.000155220.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227269-en.html
- anchor: #n3154465
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社近鉄百貨店、あべのハルカス近鉄本店、共同通信社、株式会社クボタ、日本生命、大阪母子医療センター、サントリー

The “Osaka-Kansai Expo Press Photography Exhibition,” organized by 共同通信社, will open at あべのハルカス近鉄本店 on October 13, 2026. It will showcase the legacy of the post-Expo period 1 year after the event’s closing, as well as the connection to GREEN×EXPO 2027.

Facts:
- Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026
- Monday, Oct. 19, 2026
- 10：00～
- 20：00
- 15：00閉場
- Wing Building, 4th floor
- Osaka in 1990
- The 2nd time in 37 years
- From March 19, 2027–
- September 26

## ハローストレージが『第2回収納写真コンテスト』を開催 こだわりのアイデアが集結！注目の受賞作品を発表

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000181.000034173.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227252-en.html
- anchor: #n3154464
- Companies mentioned: エリアリンク株式会社、ハローストレージ、日本マーケティングリサーチ機構

エリアリンク株式会社 announced the winning entries in its 2nd Storage Photo Contest, held for users of its rental storage facilities, ハローストレージ.

Facts:
- 3,182 properties
- 136,723 units
- ¥6,111 million
- 81 people

## Niche fragrance specialist NOSE SHOP to exhibit at fragrance festival Salon de Parfum 2026! Arrives at 伊勢丹新宿店 with 4 brands making their Japan debut

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000192.000024774.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227270-en.html
- anchor: #n3154463
- Companies mentioned: NOSE SHOP株式会社、NOSE SHOP、伊勢丹新宿店、Laboratorio Olfattivo、New Notes、Headspace、Kismet Olfactive、Une Nuit Nomade、U NOSE SHOP、ル・ガリオン、エーテル

Niche fragrance specialist NOSE SHOP will exhibit at Salon de Parfum 2026 and Salon de Parfum 2026 @ISETAN MEN'S, held at 伊勢丹新宿店, showcasing brands making their Japan debut, including Laboratorio Olfattivo and New Notes.

Facts:
- Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026
- Oct. 12 (Mon., national holiday)
- Tuesday, October 13
- Now in its 14th year
- More than 50 countries worldwide
- 100 ml: ¥41,800 (tax included)
- 15 ml, 12,100 yen
- 50 ml: ¥36,300 (tax included)
- Spend ¥25,000 or more, including tax
- First 50 customers

## Shimajiro and 痛車天国 to compete in Super Formula!? Event information for 2026 SUPER FORMULA Rd.9・10 at Fuji

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000199.000136931.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227266-en.html
- anchor: #n3154462
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社日本レースプロモーション、JRP、Benesse Corporation、㈱ベネッセコーポレーション、KAWAII FITMENT.

株式会社日本レースプロモーション announced event information for the 2026 SUPER FORMULA Round 9 and 10 Fuji event, to be held at Fuji Speedway from October 9 to 11, 2026. Under a Halloween theme, the event will feature Shimajiro’s first visit, an exhibition of 3 itasha cars by 痛車天国, and a costume battle in which the winner will receive up to ¥30,000 in Amazon gift cards.

Facts:
- For 3 days: 10/9 (Fri.), 10 (Sat.) and 11 (Sun.)
- 3 itasha cars
- Amazon gift cards worth up to ¥30,000
- Amazon gift card worth 10,000 yen

## 【Grissier】2026年10月10日（土）・11日（日）津まつりに出店

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000207.000053694.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227264-en.html
- anchor: #n3154461
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社グリーンズ、ホテルグリーンパーク津、Grissier、グリシエ、チョイスホテルズブランド

株式会社グリーンズ will exhibit at the Tsu Festival, held in Tsu, Mie Prefecture, on October 10 and 11, 2026, selling baked goods and offering live cooking demonstrations by Grissier, the original sweets brand of ホテルグリーンパーク津.

Facts:
- Oct. 10, 2026
- Oct. 11
- 300 yen
- 700 yen
- 1,000 yen
- More than 51 countries
- More than 7,500 properties

## サイバーソリューションズ announces Security Star★Suite, an integrated solution supporting supply chain risk management and stronger cyber resilience, bolstering its cybersecurity business

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000213.000003598.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227262-en.html
- anchor: #n3154460
- Companies mentioned: サイバーソリューションズ株式会社、経済産業省

サイバーソリューションズ announced Security Star★Suite, an integrated solution supporting supply chain risk management and stronger cyber resilience. As its first service, it will launch SCS Comp@ss, a support platform for the SCS assessment system, on November 1, 2026.

Facts:
- Available starting Nov. 1, 2026
- Securities code: 436A

## [159th edition] “Yamazaki 18 Year Old” returns. Latest whiskey lottery goes on sale October 2

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000221.000145472.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227260-en.html
- anchor: #n3154459
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アップライジング、タチバナE酒販、Amazon、楽天市場、Yahoo!ショッピング、宮崎どげんかせんとい館

タチバナE酒販, operated by 株式会社アップライジング, will begin sales of the 159th edition of its Deluxe Whiskey Fortune Draw on October 2, 2026, after cumulative series sales surpassed 70,000 entries. The featured prize is Yamazaki 18 Year Old, and the draw is limited to 466 entries. Price: ¥3,980 (plus ¥990 shipping).

Facts:
- 70,000 entries sold across the series
- 159th edition
- Sales begin October 2, 2026
- Limited to 466 entries.
- 3,980 yen
- 990 yen shipping fee

## Sassor and ポート Sign Agreement on Aggregation Operations for High-Voltage Grid-Scale Battery Storage Facilities

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000223.000016325.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227328-en.html
- anchor: #n3154458
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Sassor、Sassor、ポート株式会社、ポート

株式会社Sassor and ポート株式会社 have signed an agreement on aggregation operations for a high-voltage grid-scale battery storage facility developed and owned by ポート. Sassor will manage market operations as the aggregator and plans to begin multi-market operations, including on JEPX and the balancing market, after grid connection in the first half of 2027.

Facts:
- Rated output: approximately 2MW
- Rated capacity: approximately 8MWh
- Scheduled grid connection: first half of 2027 (planned)
- ポート decided in April 2026 to make a full-scale entry into the grid-scale battery storage business
- 2027年3月期には計14ヶ所の投資を決定するなど

## 88.2% of staff involved in creating and updating manuals have experienced problems such as rework or incorrect guidance caused by manuals that were no longer updated

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000262.000032205.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227246-en.html
- anchor: #n3154457
- Companies mentioned: トヨクモ株式会社、IDEATECH

According to a survey conducted by トヨクモ株式会社, 88.2% of staff responsible for creating manuals have experienced problems caused by manuals no longer being updated. The main cause was organizational changes (61.5%), and respondents showed strong interest in AI support features as a solution.

Facts:
- 88.2%
- 102 people
- 95.1%
- 73.5%
- 61.5%
- 43.1%
- 36.3%
- 47.4%
- 92.8%
- 82.2%
- 59.8%
- 49.5%

## Launch of Fortina MyFit, a standardized detached-home product designed for cost performance

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000268.000022927.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227251-en.html
- anchor: #n3154456
- Companies mentioned: パナソニック ホームズ株式会社、パナソニック ホームズ

パナソニック ホームズ will launch Fortina MyFit, a standardized detached home targeting first-time homebuyers in their 20s and 30s, on October 2, 2026. The expected selling price is around ¥35 million, including tax. It will be offered nationwide, excluding Hokkaido, Okinawa Prefecture and some areas.

Facts:
- Oct. 2, 2026
- ¥35,000,000
- Approximately 1,800 people

## “What do you want to do?” 31 Nagasaki University students use generative AI to turn their “future selves in 5 years” into manga

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000273.000006034.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227248-en.html
- anchor: #n3154455
- Companies mentioned: 国立大学法人長崎大学、木村情報技術株式会社、佐賀大学、佐世保工業高等専門学校

31 students from Nagasaki University's Faculty of Information and Data Science used 木村情報技術株式会社's AI manga creation service MOOTOON STUDIO to create manga depicting “themselves in 5 years, in 2031,” gaining insights into their future careers and self-understanding.

Facts:
- 2031
- Production took approximately 40 minutes
- Approximately 2,000 cases
- Expanded to a team of 54

## 【フェニックス・シーガイア・リゾート】SPMC会員数30万人突破！感謝を込めた記念キャンペーンを開催

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000310.000017658.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227243-en.html
- anchor: #n3154454
- Companies mentioned: フェニックス・シーガイア・リゾート、フェニックスリゾート株式会社、アイコニア・ホスピタリティ株式会社

To mark the SPMC membership program operated by フェニックス・シーガイア・リゾート surpassing 300,000 members, a commemorative campaign will begin on October 1.

Facts:
- Membership surpasses 300,000
- Campaign to share 300,000 points in prizes
- For 253 people
- 30 winners

## J-OIL MILLS holds ceremony for incoming employees graduating in 2027

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000319.000038494.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227245-en.html
- anchor: #n3154453
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社J-オイルミルズ、味の素グループ

株式会社J-オイルミルズ held a ceremony on October 1 at a venue in Tokyo for 24 incoming employees graduating in 2027, featuring a cooking workshop using the company's products and a discussion session with senior employees.

Facts:
- 24 incoming employees
- Scheduled to join the company on April 1, 2027
- Cooking workshops have been part of the ceremony since 2019
- Reduced plastic use by at least 60% (note)

## “PARK JINYOUNG 1ST CONCERT TOUR [CODE#] IN JAPAN” Fan club 2nd-round advance ticket lottery applications open today, October 2 (Fri.), at 18:00!

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000347.000044784.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227247-en.html
- anchor: #n3154452
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 J HARMONY、Zepp Osaka Bayside、Zepp DiverCity(TOKYO)

Announcement of the ticket sales schedule for the Japan shows (Osaka and Tokyo) of Park Jinyoung's solo concert tour “PARK JINYOUNG 1ST CONCERT TOUR [CODE#] IN JAPAN,” and the opening of the 2nd-round fan club advance ticket application period.

Facts:
- ¥16,500 (tax included)
- ¥23,000 (tax included)
- ¥6,500 (tax included)
- Up to 2 tickets per performance

## 【ウブロ】山田優、新作を纏い「HUBLOT NIGHT」に来場！

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000348.000016230.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227322-en.html
- anchor: #n3154451
- Companies mentioned: LVMHウォッチ・ジュエリー ジャパン株式会社、ウブロ、HUBLOT、LVMH ウォッチ・ジュエリージャパン合同会社

On September 24, 2026, ウブロ held the one-night-only special event HUBLOT NIGHT at Ginza Sony Park in Tokyo. Model Yu Yamada attended wearing the new Big Bang One Click Steel Cobalt Blue Diamonds, and the latest releases and material samples were on display.

Facts:
- Sept. 24, 2026
- 33mm

## Agreement on collaboration concluded with 国立大学法人東京大学宇宙線研究所!

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000392.000129038.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227320-en.html
- anchor: #n3154450
- Companies mentioned: 東京都板橋区、国立大学法人東京大学宇宙線研究所、宇宙線研究所、旧理化学研究所板橋分所

Itabashi Ward signed a cooperation agreement with 国立大学法人東京大学宇宙線研究所 on Reiwa 8, Oct. 2.

Facts:
- Reiwa 8, Oct. 2
- Approximately 50 years from Showa 22

## 【ジョイフル】First collaboration with 「世界の山ちゃん」! Limited-time menu items combining ジョイフル’s popular dishes with 「世界の山ちゃん」’s “legendary pepper” go on sale from 15:00 on Oct. 13 (Tuesday)!

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000395.000023968.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227319-en.html
- anchor: #n3154449
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ジョイフル、ジョイフル、世界の山ちゃん

株式会社ジョイフル is collaborating for the first time with the izakaya chain 「世界の山ちゃん」 and will begin selling limited-time menu items featuring its “legendary pepper” from 15:00 on Oct. 13.

Facts:
- Single item)/939 yen
- Tax included: 1,032 yen
- Takeout available: 1,069 yen
- 1,154 yen) single item
- Single item/969 yen
- 1,039 yen (tax included: 1,142 yen)
- Tax included: 1,142 yen)
- 869 yen (tax included: 955 yen)
- Tax included: 955 yen)
- Single item/769 yen
- 439 yen (tax included: 482 yen)
- Tax included: 482 yen)
- 1,499 yen (tax included: 1,648 yen)
- Tax included: 1,648 yen)
- Lunch-time service (10:00–15:00)
- Parfait with brown sugar syrup)/769 yen
- Mini parfait with roasted black sesame ice cream)/539 yen
- Founded in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, in 1981
- Celebrated its 45th anniversary
- Celebrated its 45th anniversary in June 2026
- 76 locations in Japan and 14 overseas
- As of October 1, 2026
- A 10% late-night surcharge applies

## “A gift of Western-style toilets for elementary schools!” has been carried out at a cumulative total of 173 elementary schools nationwide.

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000400.000086052.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227313-en.html
- anchor: #n3154448
- Companies mentioned: 小林製薬株式会社、小林製薬

小林製薬 announced that it donated Western-style toilets to 5 elementary schools nationwide in fiscal 2026, bringing the cumulative total to 173 schools. It also opened applications for fiscal 2027.

Facts:
- Cumulative total: 173 schools
- 5 elementary schools nationwide
- The deadline is Feb. 26, 2027 (Friday).

## A preview of the final test for the leading contenders! “JDC2026 Preview Prediction Special” set to air! A star-studded lineup analyzes the final race of the Dirt Triple Crown.

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000404.000039442.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227311-en.html
- anchor: #n3154447
- Companies mentioned: 東京シティ競馬、TCK、TOKYO MX、グリーンチャンネル、スカパー！、TCK公式YouTube

東京シティ競馬 (TCK) has announced a special prediction program, “JDC2026 Preview Prediction Special,” analyzing the 28th Japan Dirt Classic on Oct. 7. The program will feature Shota Kozakai, Mari Iriki and Takao Suda, and will be streamed on TOKYO MX, グリーンチャンネル and TCK公式YouTube, among other platforms.

Facts:
- October 7
- 28th edition
- October 5

## 【RHC ロンハーマン】Signs official sponsorship agreement with Japan’s longboard team for its official uniforms

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000414.000140499.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227309-en.html
- anchor: #n3154446
- Companies mentioned: RHC ロンハーマン、ロンハーマン、株式会社リトルリーグ

RHC ロンハーマン has signed an official sponsorship agreement with Japan’s longboard team for its official uniforms and will release replica versions from Oct. 10.

Facts:
- 6 items will be provided
- Price: ¥20,900
- Price: ¥28,600
- Price: ¥8,800
- Release date: Sat., Oct. 10, 2026

## “Low-Stature Apparel Model Contest Vol.2” names “Hina” grand prize winner and “Mizuho” runner-up! Featured in the Sept. 25 issue of 『smart』 and on the official 「mil / ミル」 website

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000479.000019847.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227305-en.html
- anchor: #n3154445
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KIRINZ、ヒロタ株式会社、mil / ミル

株式会社KIRINZ has announced the results of its “Low-Stature Apparel Model Contest Vol.2.” “Hina” was selected as the grand prize winner and “Mizuho” as runner-up. They will be featured in fashion magazine 『smart』 and on the website of ヒロタ株式会社’s brand 「mil / ミル」, among other places.

Facts:
- Tuesday, March 31, 2026
- Sunday, June 21, 2026

## Announcement: “ＴＫＣグループ Integrated Report 2026” Now Available

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000531.000018852.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227303-en.html
- anchor: #n3154444
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ＴＫＣ、ＴＫＣグループ

株式会社ＴＫＣ has posted the “ＴＫＣグループ Integrated Report 2026” on its website. The report integrates financial and non-financial information and aims to provide information to stakeholders.

Facts:
- 2026
- October 1966

## 【4th Kitakyushu International Film Festival】Seeking works by next-generation creators aged 39 and under! Open call nationwide for new forms of visual expression, including vertical videos. Selected creators will be invited to theatrical screenings, official receptions and more. Submissions accepted through Nov. 30.

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000633.000076777.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227301-en.html
- anchor: #n3154443
- Companies mentioned: 北九州市役所、北九州国際映画祭実行委員会、Googleフォーム

The 4th Kitakyushu International Film Festival (to be held in March 2027) will present “NEXT CREATORS GALLERY” for the first time, an open-call program for visual works by next-generation creators aged 39 and under. Submissions of vertical videos and short films are invited, with selected works to receive opportunities for theatrical screenings, talk events and more. The application period runs from Sept. 1 to Nov. 30, 2026.

Facts:
- Next-generation creators aged 39 and under
- To be held from March 12 (Friday) to 14 (Sunday), 2027
- The application period runs from Sept. 1 to Nov. 30, 2026
- Vertical aspect ratio (9:16)
- 1話あたり3分以内
- Total running time of up to 30 minutes
- 作品尺は25分以内
- 1作品につき2,000円
- Applicants will be notified by email by the end of January 2027

## 【Fukuoka Prefecture’s Okawa City】Explore the city and enjoy a host of perks! Visit 3 stores for a chance to win fabulous prizes!

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000668.000041975.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227299-en.html
- anchor: #n3154442
- Companies mentioned: FACTORY SHOP HIROMATSU 日本橋店、FACTORY SHOP HIROMATSU 博多店、高野木工大阪直営店、PIANO ISOLA Tokyo東京店、関家具 EC東京ショールーム、クラッシュゲート 芝公園店、クラッシュゲート 横浜みなとみらい店、クラッシュゲート 吉祥寺店、花菱不動産株式会社、福岡県東京事務所、福岡市観光案内所（博多駅総合案内所・天神）、九州佐賀国際空港観光案内所、大川テラッツァ

Okawa City, Fukuoka Prefecture, will run its “Furniture Trip Passport” campaign and a LINE digital stamp rally from Oct. 6, 2026, to Feb. 28, 2027. Visitors can receive perks by presenting their passports at participating stores in the city, and those who visit 3 or more stores will be entered to win fabulous prizes.

Facts:
- October 6, 2026
- Feb. 28, 2027
- 10% off
- 3 or more stores
- 35 stores

## グランベルホテルズ＆リゾーツ celebrates its 20th anniversary with up to 51% off in the 3rd “Thanks SALE,” exclusive to its official website

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000729.000016236.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227296-en.html
- anchor: #n3154441
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ベルーナ、株式会社グランベルホテル、グランベルホテルズ＆リゾーツ

株式会社グランベルホテル, a subsidiary of 株式会社ベルーナ, launched the 3rd “Thanks SALE” on Oct. 1, 2026, exclusively on its official website, offering discounts of up to 51% to mark the brand’s 20th anniversary in June 2026.

Facts:
- 20th anniversary of opening
- Up to 51% off
- 33 properties in Japan and overseas

## Japan Post × Kuradashi to launch “post chef,” a frozen meal delivery service through post offices, from Oct. 8

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000737.000014485.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227294-en.html
- anchor: #n3154440
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クラダシ、日本郵便株式会社、Kuradashi

株式会社クラダシ and Japan Post will launch “post chef,” a frozen meal delivery service using the post office network, on Oct. 8, 2026.

Facts:
- Oct. 8, 2026
- August 4, 2025
- Food waste reduction: 35,287 tons
- Economic impact: 17.16857 billion yen
- CO2 emissions reductions: 93,545t-CO2
- Total funds raised: ¥194,051,084

## “Little Baby Support Service,” supporting low-birth-weight infants and their families, wins the “Jury Chairperson’s Special Award” at the 20th Kids Design Award

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000743.000018863.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227291-en.html
- anchor: #n3154439
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社赤ちゃん本舗、特定非営利活動法人キッズデザイン協議会、経済産業省、内閣府、消費者庁、こども家庭庁、東京都、虎ノ門ヒルズ森タワー

株式会社赤ちゃん本舗’s “Little Baby Support Service” won the “Jury Chairperson’s Special Award” in the childbirth and child-rearing support category at the 20th Kids Design Award.

Facts:
- Birth weight under 2,500 g
- QUO Card Pay worth 3,000 yen

## 【Sint-Truiden】Regarding the signing of a sponsorship agreement with 株式会社ASTYエージェンシー川崎

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000745.000042484.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227290-en.html
- anchor: #n3154438
- Companies mentioned: シント＝トロイデンVV、STVV、株式会社ASTYエージェンシー川崎、合同会社DMM.com、FC東京、SLベンフィカ、アル・ラーヤンSC、V・ファーレン長崎、湘南ベルマーレ、サガン鳥栖、セレッソ大阪、鹿島アントラーズ、トッテナム・ホットスパーFC、UEFA

STVV has signed a corporate sponsorship agreement for the 2026-2027 season with 株式会社ASTYエージェンシー川崎.

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

## タイトー、業務用アミューズメント機器の運営を支援する「TAITOTECHサイト」を10月2日（金）にリニューアル

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000840.000041970.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227288-en.html
- anchor: #n3154437
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社タイトー、タイトー、TAITO CORPORATION

株式会社タイトー will relaunch the TAITOTECH site, which supports the operation of amusement machines for commercial use, on Oct. 2, 2026. New features will include administrator accounts, smartphone and tablet compatibility, and a chatbot.

Facts:
- Friday， October 2， 2026
- Through the end of February 2027

## [Report] 65,000 visitors to the Ueno Zoku Summer Festival! The unprecedented chemistry sparked by the first collaboration between horror and other genres drew huge crowds

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000907.000008567.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227286-en.html
- anchor: #n3154436
- Companies mentioned: UUUM株式会社、上野中央通り商店会、Fischer's-フィッシャーズ-、ゾゾゾ、HIMAWARIちゃんねる、ボンボンTV、一撃クラブ、ACTASIA

The large-scale horror event Ueno Zoku Summer Festival, organized by UUUM株式会社 and 上野中央通り商店会, was held for 5 days in September 2026. It drew approximately 65,000 visitors over its 4 days of actual operation, attracting huge crowds.

Facts:
- 65,000 visitors
- 5-day event period
- 4 days of actual operation
- More than 15,000 YouTube channels
- 4,000 yen [tax included]

## Furusato Resident Support Consortium releases “Solutions Book for Local Governments”

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001023.000004858.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227284-en.html
- anchor: #n3154435
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社日本旅行、楽天グループ、タイミー、おてつたび、LIFULL、一般社団法人ユースキャリア教育機構

The Furusato Resident Support Consortium, comprising 5 companies—日本旅行, 楽天グループ, タイミー, おてつたび and LIFULL—has released a “Solutions Book” featuring 10 measures to help local governments address challenges ahead of the launch of the Furusato Resident Registration System in April 2027.

Facts:
- 5 companies
- April 2027
- All 10 measures
- More than 800

## LIMI feu × HIROTTON collaboration items to go on presale from Saturday, Oct. 10

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001124.000034350.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227282-en.html
- anchor: #n3154434
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ヨウジヤマモト、LIMI feu、THE SHOP YOHJI YAMAMOTO、Heroin skateboards、TOY MACHINE、CREATURE、VANS、PUMA、PARADOX

Collaboration items by LIMI feu and graphic artist HIROTTON will go on presale at the Aoyama store and online from Oct. 10, followed by a phased rollout at stores nationwide from Oct. 16.

Facts:
- ¥17,600 (tax included)
- ¥27,500 (tax included)
- ¥7,600 (tax included)
- ¥286,000 (tax included)
- ¥88,000 (tax included)
- ¥83,600 (tax included)
- ¥25,300 (tax included)
- ¥30,800 (tax included)
- ¥94,600 (tax included)
- ¥48,400 (tax included)
- ¥22,000 (tax included)
- ¥41,800 (tax included)
- Oct. 10
- October 16

## [FanGrowth Webinar White Paper Vol.1] How can the impact of on-demand streaming be maximized? 6 strategies revealed by viewing data

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001180.000001346.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227279-en.html
- anchor: #n3154433
- Companies mentioned: エキサイト株式会社、FanGrowth、エキサイトホールディングス株式会社

エキサイト株式会社 has released “FanGrowth Webinar White Paper Vol.1,” a research report by FanGrowth. Based on viewing data for on-demand and catch-up streams, it recommends 6 strategies, including optimizing recording length and announcement timing.

Facts:
- 17,256 recorded-viewing log entries
- 6,429 viewers
- On-demand streams accounted for 11,030 views (64%)
- Catch-up streams accounted for 6,226 views (36%)
- The figure remains at 33% for content longer than 120 minutes
- It reaches 74% when later viewing is included
- Applications submitted before release remained at 33.6%
- Items viewed 8 or more days after release accounted for 40%
- The median time from application to the start of viewing was 1 minute
- 60% of viewers started watching within 5 minutes
- Weekend viewing was about 70% lower than weekday viewing

## 益田ミリさん『大人のあっぷあっぷでーと』刊行記念原画展が二子玉川 蔦屋家電で10月2日（金）からスタート！ 各書店チェーンの「コミックエッセイ」カテゴリ月間1位！

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001314.000031579.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227277-en.html
- anchor: #n3154432
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ポプラ社、二子玉川 蔦屋家電、紀伊國屋書店、丸善ジュンク堂書店、三省堂書店、幻冬舎、ミシマ社、KADOKAWA、マガジンハウス、文藝春秋、集英社、講談社、新潮社、毎日新聞出版、筑摩書房、Amazon

An original-art exhibition celebrating the publication of Miri Masuda’s comic essay “Otona no Appuappu Deeto,” published by 株式会社ポプラ社, will open at Futako-Tamagawa Tsutaya Electronics on Oct. 2, 2026. The book has ranked No. 1 for the month in related categories at bookstore chains.

Facts:
- Published in September 2026
- Achieved a No. 1 monthly ranking
- Took on 34 familiar everyday things and experiences
- From Oct. 2 (Friday) to Oct. 20 (Tuesday)
- Approximately 10 original artworks are scheduled to be exhibited
- 37 original artworks will be exhibited
- [Hours] 10:00–20:00
- Born in Osaka Prefecture in 1969
- Winner of the 28th Tezuka Osamu Cultural Prize Short Story Award
- List price: 1,760 yen (tax included)

## Free online seminar “Getting Started with Contract Management in the AI Era” to be held on Oct. 21; explains efficient contract management and data preparation for AI use

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001467.000013943.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227274-en.html
- anchor: #n3154431
- Companies mentioned: キヤノンマーケティングジャパン株式会社、キヤノンMJ

Canon Marketing Japan will hold a free online seminar on Oct. 21, 2026, explaining data preparation methods for contract management and AI use.

Facts:
- Oct. 21, 2026
- 14:00～14:30
- Free

## Card-based suspense app “Roppongi Sadistic Night” to hold in-person event “Real NightJewel: Jewels That Light Up Tomorrow Vol.2” on Saturday, Oct. 10! Tickets on sale now!

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001592.000002633.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227272-en.html
- anchor: #n3154430
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ボルテージ

株式会社ボルテージ has announced that it will hold “Real NightJewel: Jewels That Light Up Tomorrow Vol.2,” an in-person event where attendees can experience the world of its card-based suspense app “Roppongi Sadistic Night,” on Oct. 10, 2026.

Facts:
- Saturday, October 10, 2026
- More than 4,000 tickets in total

## Autumn splendor stretches from the foothills to the summit across an elevation difference of 763m: fall foliage season begins at Minobusan Ropeway in late October. “Autumn Leaves Campaign” for residents of Yamanashi, Shizuoka and Nagano prefectures, running from Saturday, Oct. 10 to Monday, Nov. 23, 2026 (holiday)

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002079.000001110.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227267-en.html
- anchor: #n3154429
- Companies mentioned: 富士急行株式会社、富士急グループ、身延登山鉄道株式会社

身延登山鉄道株式会社, part of 富士急グループ, will run a fall foliage campaign for residents of Yamanashi, Shizuoka and Nagano prefectures from Oct. 10 to Nov. 23, 2026, offering discounted fares on the Minobusan Ropeway.

Facts:
- Elevation difference of 763m
- Saturday, October 10, 2026
- Nov. 23 (Mon., holiday)
- Regular price: 1,700 yen
- Reduced to 1,500 yen
- Regular price: 850 yen
- Reduced to 750 yen
- Total length: 1,665m

## “THE MONSTER” Naoya Inoue to be featured in his first special exhibition: “Naoya Inoue THE DAY Exhibition: What Did You Witness That Day?”

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002186.000002439.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227263-en.html
- anchor: #n3154428
- Companies mentioned: エムシーファッション株式会社、ワールドグループ、NTTドコモ、セカンドキャリア、株式会社 ワールド

エムシーファッション株式会社 will hold a special exhibition for Naoya Inoue, the undisputed world super bantamweight champion across 4 sanctioning bodies, at the World Kita-Aoyama Building from Oct. 22 to 27, 2026.

Facts:
- From October 22, 2026 (Thursday) to October 27 (Tuesday)
- General admission ticket: 3,000 yen
- Premium ticket: 12,000 yen

## The Beatles’ new special edition of their 1965 album Rubber Soul to be released Friday, Oct. 2!

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002207.000000664.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227259-en.html
- anchor: #n3154427
- Companies mentioned: ユニバーサル ミュージック合同会社、ユニバーサル ミュージック、THE BEATLES STORE

Universal Music will release a new special edition of The Beatles’ 1965 album Rubber Soul on Oct. 2.

Facts:
- To be released on Friday, Oct. 2
- An album released in 1965
- Drew more than 55,000 fans
- To be released in 10 Japanese-edition formats
- All 16 official merchandise items will also be available

## 【リーガロイヤルホテル東京】Make your oshi activities sweeter and more vibrant with “oshi-color macarons”

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002484.000016682.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227237-en.html
- anchor: #n3154426
- Companies mentioned: リーガロイヤルホテル東京、株式会社ロイヤルホテル

リーガロイヤルホテル東京 is offering “oshi-color macarons” for a limited time from September 12, 2026, to December 30. Sets of macarons in 9 colors with drinks or cocktails are available at the Garden Lounge and Cellar Bar, as well as through accommodation plans.

Facts:
- Set with coffee, tea, or green tea with Uji matcha: ¥5,000
- Set for sharing by 2 people: ¥5,500
- Set for sharing by 3 people: ¥6,000
- Sparkling wine set: ¥6,000
- 1泊1室料金 2名様利用時 ¥40,550～
- 1セット7,000円
- 9 colors in total

## The regular season of “Street Fighter League JAPAN 2026” resumes on Tuesday, October 6! Naruō joins as a special guest!

- Published: 2026-10-02T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006094.000013450.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227235-en.html
- anchor: #n3154425
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カプコン、CAPCOM、DetonatioN FocusMe、VARREL、名古屋NTPOJA、RIDDLE ORDER、Good 8 Squad、REJECT

Division F Round 3 of “Street Fighter League JAPAN 2026” resumes at 18:40 on October 6. Special guest Naruō will join the broadcast, which will be streamed on the CAPCOM Fighters JP YouTube and Twitch channels.

Facts:
- 2026
- October 6
- 18:40

## Give plastic storage a fresh look by simply placing a top board on it! A dedicated wood-grain or stone-look top board that tones down the everyday look and blends into your space is now available

- Published: 2026-10-02T14:59:49+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000441.000039747.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227114-en.html
- anchor: #n3154371
- Companies mentioned: タンスのゲン株式会社、タンスのゲン、タンスのゲン本店、タンスのゲン楽天市場店、タンスのゲンヤフーショッピング店

タンスのゲン has released a dedicated top board that can be placed on a plastic chest to tone down its everyday look and give it a more furniture-like appearance. It has a load capacity of about 20 kg and comes in 5 sizes, including wood-grain and stone-look designs.

Facts:
- Sold 4,000 units in about 2 months
- Load capacity: about 20 kg

## 【東京工科大学】From Hachioji, revitalizing local transportation through school buses. A first step toward social implementation from a new landmark complex: autonomous bus trial service between the new “桑都の杜” complex and Hachioji Station

- Published: 2026-10-02T14:58:47+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000041.000168477.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227115-en.html
- anchor: #n3154372
- Companies mentioned: 東京工科大学、日本工学院専門学校、日野自動車、先進モビリティ株式会社、国土交通省、八王子市

東京工科大学 is working with 八王子市 to conduct trial operations of autonomous buses between the new “桑都の杜” complex and JR Hachioji Station starting October 3. The school operates 27 school buses and aims to revitalize local transportation by leveraging its AI development resources.

Facts:
- 27 in total
- 1日10往復便程度
- Passenger capacity: 13 people
- Including the realization of Level 4

## 【Dedicated coin-operated】Start using the gacha machine right away! Limited-time price reduction on the “Gacha Machine Starter Set”

- Published: 2026-10-02T14:58:41+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001535.000040971.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227118-en.html
- anchor: #n3154373
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フェイス、CAMSHOP.JP

CAMSHOP.JP, the lifestyle goods brand operated by 株式会社フェイス, is offering limited-time price reductions on its capsule toy machine (gacha machine) “Starter Set” and 500-yen machines.

Facts:
- 50 empty capsules
- Includes 50 dedicated coins (dummy coins)
- Included empty capsule sizes: 65ｍｍ–75mm
- Gacha machine compatible with capsule sizes from 48mm to 75mm
- Unit: 32 cm wide
- 43 cm deep
- 72 cm high
- 45 mm in diameter (capacity: about 200)
- 75 mm in diameter (capacity: about 50)

## Installed 2 “mamaro” baby care rooms in 下野市!

- Published: 2026-10-02T14:57:33+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000201.000016859.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227122-en.html
- anchor: #n3154374
- Companies mentioned: Trim株式会社

Trim株式会社 installed 2 “mamaro” baby care rooms at Shimotsuke City Fureai Hall and Shimotsuke City Health and Welfare Center Yuyukan on October 1, 2026.

Facts:
- Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- 1,000 units installed
- 2 million cumulative uses

## ME-Q launches “UV-DTF transfer stickers,” allowing custom nail stickers to be made starting from 1 sheet｜Also suitable for oshi activities, events, and nail tip designs

- Published: 2026-10-02T14:57:25+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000411.000072705.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4227123-en.html
- anchor: #n3154375
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社MAW、ME-Q

ME-Q, operated by 株式会社MAW, offers UV-DTF transfer stickers that can be made from photos or illustrations starting with 1 sheet. They can be used for a variety of purposes, including nail tips, oshi activities, and events.

Facts:
- Can be made starting from 1 sheet
- A8: 52×74mm
- A4: 210×297mm
- Different illustrations for each of the 10 nails
- Aim for at least 2mm where possible