AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-02 15:00–18:00 JST｜Page 1 of 8https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.htmlOne 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.en Nov. 27 (Fri.): AndTech to hold online Zoom seminar on material design and latest trends in resins for next-generation semiconductor packaging substrateshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158213https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158213Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:44:32 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社AndTech will hold an online Zoom seminar on Nov. 27, 2026, on the theme of “Material Design and Latest Trends in Resins for Next-Generation Semiconductor Packaging Substrates.” The participation fee is 38,500 yen (tax included). A festive collection to brighten the holidays arrives from バーバリー ビューティhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158214https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158214Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:43:58 +0900JapanPR TIMESバーバリー ビューティ will release the limited-edition “バーバリー ビューティ Festive Collection” on Nov. 4, 2026. It includes limited-edition eyeshadow palettes and blushes, as well as 3 fragrance gift sets. Improve your English for entrance exams in 3 months. ENGLISH COMPANY founder and author of “100 Rules of English Grammar” to hold a free webinar on scientific English-learning methods for medical school and top university applicants on Oct. 31https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158215https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158215Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:42:54 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社新恵社 and 株式会社Learning City will hold a free webinar on Oct. 31, 2026, explaining scientific English-learning methods for medical school and top university applicants. Speakers will be ENGLISH COMPANY founder Kensaku Oka and Hideya Tokiyoshi, author of “100 Rules of English Grammar.” グランド ハイアット 福岡 | Reservations for 2026 Christmas cakes open Oct. 15https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158216https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158216Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:40:49 +0900JapanPR TIMESグランド ハイアット 福岡 will begin accepting reservations for 2026 Christmas cakes and takeaway food on Oct. 15. Special early-bird prices will also be available. New feature added to AI call center system “VLOOM”: “AI Analysis” streamlines service quality assessments and customer needs analysishttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158217https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158217Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社コラボス has added an “AI Analysis” feature to its AI call center system “VLOOM.” The feature uses call recordings to automatically assess service quality and analyze customer needs. Get an advance tasting of the upcoming “Secret Bottle”! Special tasting seminar by 長濱蒸溜所 chief blender Yusuke Yaku to be held in Shinjuku from 16:00 on Oct. 12, 2026 (Mon., national holiday)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158218https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158218Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:38:11 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ロイヤルマイル has announced a special tasting seminar led by the chief blender of 長濱蒸溜所, to be held in Shinjuku on Oct. 12, 2026. [New release] Alien Chair Pro 2.0 preorder sales begin on Oct. 5https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158219https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158219Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:35:39 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Alien Chair Pro from office chair brand “EastForce” has been updated and will go on sale for preorder as the “Alien Chair Pro 2.0” on Oct. 5, 2026. It features a 4D headrest and highly durable mesh. The black model is 36,999 yen, and the ash white model is 38,999 yen. President’s address at the entrance ceremonyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158220https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158220Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:35:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社商船三井 welcomed 28 new employees on Oct. 1. President Jotaro Tamura delivered an address at the entrance ceremony, speaking about the values of Challenge and Safety. [Nihon Rikagaku Industry] Exhibiting at the inclusive outdoor festival “Tonto Festival 2026,” opening tomorrow! Limited sales of new “Moomin tin Kitpas” product, plus “Acrylic Drawing” and “Handprint Workshop” activities!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158221https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158221Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:31:56 +0900JapanPR TIMES日本理化学工業株式会社 will exhibit at the inclusive outdoor festival “Tonto Festival 2026,” to be held on Oct. 3 and 4, 2026, at Metsä Village in Hanno, Saitama Prefecture. The company will offer workshops using “Kitpas” and sell the new “Moomin tin Kitpas” product. Hyatt Centric Sapporo opens tomorrow, Sat. 10/3https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158222https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158222Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:31:48 +0900JapanPR TIMES“Hyatt Centric Sapporo,” developed and owned by NTT都市開発株式会社 and operated by NTT都市開発ホテルマネジメント株式会社, will open on Oct. 3, 2026. Nakgopsae specialty restaurant “사위식당 (Sawui Sikdang)” to open Ikebukuro West Exit location on Saturday, Oct. 10!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158228https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158228Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESNakgopsae specialty restaurant “사위식당 (Sawui Sikdang)” will open its Ikebukuro West Exit location on Oct. 10, 2026. As Korea’s No. 1 franchise, it is accelerating its expansion in Japan and actively seeking franchisees. Is “babka” a dessert? Japan’s first babka specialty shop, BABKA cadabra, celebrates its 1st anniversary!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158227https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158227Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESBABKA cadabra, a Kyoto-born babka specialty shop operated by リボン食品株式会社, will celebrate its 1st anniversary on Oct. 4, 2026. To mark the occasion, it will release a new palm-sized “Babka Cube” and give a limited-edition tumbler to customers who spend 2,500 yen or more, including tax. レコルト establishes a tagline and statement. New TV commercial to air from Oct. 3https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158226https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158226Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESウィナーズ株式会社が展開する「レコルト」は、タグライン「そのひと手間を、カンタンに」とステートメントを制定し、2026年10月3日より新TVCMの放映を開始する。 “The original tokusatsu hero” Moonlight Mask, which captivated audiences in the Showa era, begins airing on 衛星劇場 on Monday, Oct. 5! A comment from star Koichi Ose has also arrived!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158225https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158225Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Showa-era tokusatsu hero drama Moonlight Mask begins airing on the CS channel 衛星劇場 on Oct. 5. The 123 surviving episodes of the 130-episode series will be aired in sequence, and a comment from star Koichi Ose has arrived. “NSGカレッジリーグ University Festival,” a major festival created by about 8,000 vocational school students and attracting a total of 20,000 attendees, to be held on Oct. 17 and 18https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158224https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158224Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESNSGカレッジリーグ will hold the “NSGカレッジリーグ University Festival in Toki Messe 2026” at Toki Messe in Niigata City on Oct. 17 and 18, 2026. About 8,000 students will participate, and organizers expect a total of 20,000 visitors. Experience booths, food stalls, guest stage events and more are planned. The first 3D live showcase performance by the next-generation multimedia project “ALIEN STAGE” will be broadcast live exclusively on “ABEMA PPV” on Saturday, Oct. 31, at 16 and 19 o’clock!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158223https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158223Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社AbemaTVは、次世代マルチメディアプロジェクト「ALIEN STAGE」初の3Dライブショーケース公演を2026年10月31日に「ABEMA PPV」にて独占生放送することを発表した。 Korean brands compete for rankings based on “support” and “sales.” A participatory K-Beauty pop-up with rankings that change daily will run for 13 days at 雑貨館インキューブ天神店https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158117https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158117Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:29:04 +0900JapanPR TIMESKITERU合同会社は、2026年10月6日から18日まで雑貨館インキューブ天神店にて、来場者のSNS応援と売れ行きで順位が変動する参加型K-Beautyポップアップ「K-Beauty Discovery at INCUBE 天神 Season 1」を開催する。約40の韓国ブランドが参加し、ランキングボードで順位が毎日公開される。 Nov. 27 (Fri.) AndTech to hold an online Zoom webinar: “Latest Developments in PFAS Regulations and Trends in Alternative Materials for Compliance: Current Status, Concepts and Future Directions in Fluorine-Free Materials Development”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158118https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158118Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:29:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社AndTechは、2026年11月27日にPFAS規制の最新動向とフッ素フリー代替材料の開発に関するWEBオンラインZoomセミナーを開催する。 ベンスクリニック横浜 to begin offering Re2O from Octoberhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158119https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158119Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:28:40 +0900JapanPR TIMESベンスクリニック横浜 will begin offering “リトゥオ（Re2O）,” a skin booster that uses a human-derived acellular dermal matrix, in October 2026. The standard price starts at 29,900 yen (before tax). [DAIICHI JITSUGYO] First-time exhibitor at Mexico’s “SMTA Guadalajara Expo & Tech Forum”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158120https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158120Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:28:34 +0900JapanPR TIMES第一実業株式会社のメキシコ現地法人DJK Global Mexicoは、2026年10月7日から8日にかけてメキシコ・グアダラハラで開催される「SMTA Guadalajara Expo & Tech Forum 2026」に初出展する。ブースではSMT工程の自動化支援設備として、YOUNGPOOL Technology製の自動スプライシング装置「L-900」、JAKA Robotics製の協働ロボット「MiniCobo」、株式会社サトー製のRFIDプリンター「CT4-LX」を紹介する。 [Survey Report] 50% of existing clients use paid AI planshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158121https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158121Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:28:08 +0900JapanPR TIMESA survey of 40 existing clients conducted by 株式会社BOTANICO found that 50% of companies use paid AI plans. Shosukabu.com Chairman and Representative Director Yutaka Yamanaka wins damages lawsuit against コスモ株式会社; Tokyo District Court rejects motion to transfer case to Osaka District Courthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158122https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158122Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:27:45 +0900JapanPR TIMESIn a damages lawsuit filed by Shosukabu.com Chairman and Representative Director Yutaka Yamanaka against コスモ株式会社 and Kenji Mori, the Tokyo District Court rejected a motion to transfer the case to the Osaka District Court and ruled that proceedings would continue in Tokyo. 千葉労働局委託令和8年度中高年世代活躍応援プロジェクト～合同企業説明会と業職種理解促進セミナー～https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158123https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158123Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:27:40 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社タスクールPlusは、千葉労働局委託の「令和8年度中高年世代活躍応援プロジェクト」の一環として、2026年10月29日に千葉市で開催される合同企業説明会への出展予定企業をWebページに掲載し、参加者を募集している。また、業職種理解促進セミナーの参加者も募集中である。 A collaboration sneaker with PUMA arrives as part of kolor’s AW26 collectionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158124https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158124Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:26:54 +0900JapanPR TIMESkolor has unveiled a collaboration sneaker with PUMA. Based on the Suede, the design evokes the winter sea, the theme of its 2026 AW collection. Priced at ¥63,800, it goes on sale Oct. 10. What are sales professionals and marketers learning about IT in the AI era? Penta, with about 84,000 answers recorded to date, reveals learning habitshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158125https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158125Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:26:25 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ソワレ東京は、IT教養クイズアプリ「Penta」の登録時アンケートと学習記録を分析し、営業・マーケターなどの職種におけるIT学習実態を公開した。累計約8.4万件の解答を記録しており、新規登録者の52.5％がIT関連レッスンを完了した。また、月額980円の有料プラン「Penta Plus」の提供を開始した。 Rising prices reignite interest in at-home beauty! Full-scale launch of NanoD skincare with nano-diamonds, bringing a professional “home spa” experience to your homehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158126https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158126Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:24:30 +0900JapanPR TIMESHADARIKI PLUS株式会社 is stepping up sales of its NanoD skincare series, formulated with nano-diamonds, as a home spa option in response to a decline in salon visits amid rising prices. First event in the Tokai region: 3-day limited-time event THE WORLD OF JAMES BOND, where visitors can experience the world of James Bond, to be held at Midland Square in Nagoyahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158127https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158127Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:23:37 +0900JapanPR TIMESBLBG株式会社は、2026年10月10日から12日まで名古屋・ミッドランドスクエアにて、ジェームズ・ボンドの世界を体感する3日間限定ポップアップイベント『THE WORLD OF JAMES BOND』を開催する。アストンマーティン DB12の展示や歴代ボンド着用アイテムのレプリカ販売、トークセッションが行われる。 Event report: “Ronald McDonald House” brand renewal announcement event heldhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158128https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158128Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:23:27 +0900JapanPR TIMES公益財団法人ロナルド・マクドナルド・ハウス・ジャパンは、国内第一号ハウス開設から25周年を迎える2026年10月1日付でブランド名を「ロナルド・マクドナルド・ハウス」へ統一し、法人名を変更した。発表会では新ロゴやタグライン「Family Stays ― 大切なのは、家族がいっしょにいること」が披露され、利用料無償化による負担軽減効果や2028年までの全ハウスでの食事提供導入目標が報告された。また、アンバサダーの北澤豪氏と和泉元彌氏によるトークセッションとSNSキャンペーン「#おやゆびこゆびチャレンジ」の開始が発表された。 ウェールズ政府 signs memorandum on economic cooperation with 大阪府https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158129https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158129Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:20:19 +0900JapanPR TIMES大阪府と英国・ウェールズ政府は、2025年日本国際博覧会を通じて関係を強化すべく、10月7日にライフサイエンスやクリーンエネルギー分野での経済協力に関する覚書を締結する。 — Hanshin Tigers Calendar 2027 Edition Now on Sale! — Make 2027 all about the Tigers! Add color to every day cheering on the Hanshin Tigers!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158131https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158131Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:20:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESMail-order sales of the Hanshin Tigers Calendar 2027 edition begin on October 2. 3 types are set to go on sale: wall, desk and mascot calendars. Details on purchase bonuses, the release date and sales locations have been announced. JAF Miyazaki: “Drivers’ Seminar: General Course (Half-Day)” to be held on Tuesday, November 3 (public holiday)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158130https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158130Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:20:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Miyazaki Branch of the Japan Automobile Federation (JAF) will hold the “Drivers’ Seminar: General Course (Half-Day)” at the Miyazaki Prefectural Comprehensive Driver’s License Center on November 3, 2026. Taking place tomorrow, October 3! Tochigi Prefecture to support the 2nd Try On Dog Festa in Hunter Mountainhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158132https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158132Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:19:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESハブファン株式会社 announced that Tochigi Prefecture will support the 2nd Try On Dog Festa in Hunter Mountain, to be held on October 3, 2026, at ハンターマウンテン塩原 in Nasushiobara, Tochigi Prefecture. STORM × gg: 2 limited-edition gaming PCs now on salehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158133https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158133Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:15:50 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe gaming PC search site gg, operated by 合同会社気づけば, has partnered with 株式会社アイティーシー’s BTO brand STORM to begin selling 2 limited-edition gaming PC models. M·A·C updates your fall and winter look: refined brow products and rich eyeliner arrivehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158134https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3158134Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:15:43 +0900JapanPR TIMESM·A·C will launch 3 new products in limited quantities on October 2, 2026: Pro Brow Styler Fill & Shade Pencil, Pro Brow Whip Grip Mousse, and Kajal Excès Longwear Eyeliner. “Tomorrow’s Tokyo Project” — Get to know Tokyo and you’ll love it more and want to welcome others to it — Recruiting participants for “Sustainable Tourism on Tokyo’s Islands”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157592https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157592Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:14:54 +0900JapanPR TIMES東京都と公益財団法人東京観光財団は、都民参加型イベント「あしたの東京プロジェクト」の一環として、「東京島観光サステナブルツーリズム」の参加者を募集している。 Main visual featuring the 6 cast members of the stage production Suite of Massacre, to be staged in February 2027, unveiled! Comments from director Tamiya Kuriyama and star Yoshio Inoue also released. Advance ticket sales open on Sunday, October 4https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157593https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157593Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:11:38 +0900JapanPR TIMESHisashi Inoue’s play Suite of Massacre will be staged in February 2027. Directed by Tamiya Kuriyama and starring Yoshio Inoue, the production has unveiled its main visual featuring 6 cast members and their comments. Advance ticket sales begin October 4. Disaster preparedness event “Iza! Kaeru Caravan! in Kumamoto” to be held on October 17 and 18!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157594https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157594Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:10:52 +0900JapanPR TIMES熊本市は、2026年7月28日の令和8年熊本地震からの復興事業の一環として、10月17日・18日に防災イベント「イザ！カエルキャラバン！in熊本」を開催する。 【新刊書籍】 コロナ禍、あなたは何をしていましたか。学生の視点から激動を活写した、鮮烈なデビューエッセイを発売https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157595https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157595Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:10:19 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社教育評論社 will publish Kyoichiro Kimura’s To Us Who Lived Through the COVID Era on September 28, 2026. A limited podcast where artists and FM802 DJs chat casually about “music and the outdoors”: “CHILL GREEN presents — Where There’s Fire”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157600https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157600Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES濵田酒造株式会社 will release a special program based on the world of CHILL GREEN, a novel botanical-style barley shochu, as the FM802 Podcast “CHILL GREEN presents — Where There’s Fire,” for a limited run of 4 episodes starting October 9, 2026. [No reservation required; free admission] Get treasure with the hugely popular “LEGO® × Minecraft” programming activity! A 1-day-only event at the autumn festival at SOCOLA武蔵小金井クロス on October 12 (Mon., national holiday)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157599https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157599Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Pendemy will offer free programming experiences combining LEGO® and Minecraft, as well as an AI coaster-making workshop, at the “Socola Autumn Festival” on October 12, 2026. Survey examines use of pay-later payments for public sports betting. 91.4% spend less than ¥50,000 per month, with credit cards the most common methodhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157598https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157598Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Public Sports Betting Payment Guide, operated by 株式会社サイトクリエーション, surveyed 58 people who had used pay-later payments for online public sports betting. Credit cards were the most common payment method (63.8%), and 91.4% spent less than ¥50,000 per month on account top-ups. Recruitment opens for event staff for “TORYUMON KYUSHU 2026 REBOOT,” a startup festival for the U25 generation!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157597https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157597Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESStaff are being recruited for “TORYUMON KYUSHU 2026 REBOOT,” a startup event for the U25 generation. It will be held in Tenjin, Fukuoka, on November 14, with applications closing on October 28. アイデム and リッケイ sign basic agreement toward strategic business partnership in system development and the use of AI technologyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157596https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157596Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESアイデム and リッケイ signed a basic agreement toward a strategic, medium- to long-term business partnership in system development and the use of AI technology. They aim to create businesses worth a cumulative ¥2 billion over the 5-year period from 2026 through 2030. [For DX and HR departments] Don’t let generative AI use end with “use by a few employees”! Free webinar to teach principles for workplace adoption and business process redesignhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157601https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157601Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:09:47 +0900JapanPR TIMESTAC株式会社 will hold a free “3-part series” of webinars on workplace adoption of generative AI and business process redesign. The instructor will be Koichi Kukita of 株式会社IMゼロワンサポート, and the webinars will be held on Zoom in October and November 2026. 10月2日（金）千葉ロッテマリーンズ角中勝也選手引退セレモニー開催記念 アパホテル＆リゾート〈東京ベイ幕張〉セントラルタワーにてウインドウイルミネーションを実施！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157602https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157602Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:09:29 +0900JapanPR TIMESアパホテル株式会社 will illuminate the windows of the Central Tower at アパホテル＆リゾート〈東京ベイ幕張〉, which it operates, to mark the retirement ceremony for 千葉ロッテマリーンズ player Katsuya Kakunaka, to be held at ZOZO Marine Stadium on October 2. [長岡高専] Holds final presentation for the “Michibiki Regional Issues Hackathon”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157603https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157603Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:08:34 +0900JapanPR TIMES長岡工業高等専門学校で「令和8年度 みちびき地域課題ハッカソン」の最終発表会が開催され、内閣府と準天頂衛星システムサービス株式会社主催のもと、高専生がみちびきを用いた地域課題解決アプリの開発成果を発表した。 [Astemoリヴァーレ茨城] “Mashiko Tatsuro” to perform at the home game in Hitachinaka on Saturday, October 24!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157605https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157605Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:08:14 +0900JapanPR TIMESAstemoリヴァーレ茨城 announced that musician Tatsuro Mashiko will appear as a guest artist at its home game in Hitachinaka on October 24. レンジャーシステムズ signs agreement with 山口県’s 岩国市 to establish a business presencehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157604https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157604Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:08:14 +0900JapanPR TIMESレンジャーシステムズ株式会社 signed an agreement with 山口県’s 岩国市 on October 1, 2026, to establish a new business base and expand its operations in the Chugoku, Shikoku and Kyushu regions. オトメイト新作「MIX DUNK -KING OF BASKETBALL-」発売記念！プレゼントキャンペーンのお知らせhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157606https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157606Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:07:57 +0900JapanPR TIMESアイディアファクトリー株式会社 announced a giveaway campaign to celebrate the release of “MIX DUNK -KING OF BASKETBALL-,” a Nintendo Switch game from the women’s game brand オトメイト, scheduled for release on November 26, 2026. Against a backdrop of soaring whey ingredient costs, 武内製薬’s “ザプロ” expands nutrition options. Egg protein launches, with cream of rice scheduled for release on October 9https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157607https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157607Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:06:49 +0900JapanPR TIMESIn response to rising whey ingredient costs, 武内製薬 has launched egg-white-based egg protein under its own brand, “ザプロ,” and plans to release cream of rice made with 100% domestically produced rice on October 9. Sets new records for sales and profit for 2 consecutive months since joining the CCHグループhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157608https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157608Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:06:07 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社AGENT SUCCESS set new records for sales and profit for 2 consecutive months, August and September, after joining the CCHグループ. The factors included the adoption of CCH’s M&A expertise and an acceleration of inbound marketing using YouTube. Notice of postponement of KOBE MUSIC COMMONS 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157609https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157609Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:05:09 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe organizing committee, including 株式会社One Bright KOBE, announced that the arena music festival “KOBE MUSIC COMMONS 2026,” scheduled to be held at GLION ARENA KOBE on December 30, 2026, will be postponed until the end of 2027 due to insufficient preparation time. Kana Kumada, known as “Kumakana,” appointed ambassador for Korean skincare brand “bolyhara”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157610https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157610Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:04:40 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社AMBER BLOOM announced that live commerce personality Kana Kumada has been appointed ambassador for Korean skincare brand “bolyhara.” 【カラオケまねきねこ 藤沢南口駅前店】2026年10月9日17:00グランドオープン！ JR藤沢駅南口すぐの好立地に、24時間営業の新店舗が誕生！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157611https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157611Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:03:43 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社コシダカは、JR藤沢駅南口すぐの好立地に24時間営業の新店舗「カラオケまねきねこ 藤沢南口駅前店」を2026年10月9日17:00にグランドオープンすると発表した。 [New fund launched!] Applications for “Rाकutama No. 49 (Azabu-Juban Project)” open at 12:00 on October 5!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157612https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157612Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:02:57 +0900JapanPR TIMES“Rakutama,” a real estate crowdfunding platform operated by 株式会社フロンティアグループ, will open applications for its new fund, “Rakutama No. 49 (Azabu-Juban Project),” at 12:00 on October 5. The capital-gains fund has a 16-month investment period and an expected yield of 6.1%, and offers investor protection through subordinated investment as well as a points campaign. U-ZERO wins the top award in the Organizational Transformation and Development category of the Professional Division at 日本の人事部’s “HR Awards 2026”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157613https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157613Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:29 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社U-ZERO’s “U-ZERO Engagement Suite,” a cloud service that uses AI to transform employee engagement, won the top award in the Organizational Transformation and Development category of the Professional Division at the “HR Awards 2026,” hosted by 日本の人事部. Protecting families from “mortgage anxiety” caused by 日銀 rate hikes. A real estate “community doctor” in Tokyo’s Kita Ward opens a dedicated SOS hotline, “My Parents’ Home and My Home Rescue for Emergencies,” for worries people cannot share with anyonehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157614https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157614Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:25 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社彦や不動産 has opened “My Parents’ Home and My Home Rescue for Emergencies,” a dedicated hotline where people can seek advice anonymously via LINE about mortgage repayment anxiety and inheritance issues arising from 日銀 rate hikes. 株式会社BULL awarded an additional ¥260 million under 文部科学省’s SBIR Phase 3 programhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157615https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157615Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:16 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社BULL received an allocation of ¥260 million in additional funding under 文部科学省’s SBIR Phase 3 program for a theme focused on the development and demonstration of space debris reduction technology. “Aomori, a Treasure Trove of Food”: Prefectural product promotional video to be released on October 1 (Thursday), showcasing Aomori’s food through 3 perspectives: the seasons, producers and ingredientshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157617https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157617Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:08 +0900JapanPR TIMESAs part of its “Aomori, a Treasure Trove of Food” project, 青森県 will release a promotional video on October 1, 2026, highlighting Aomori’s food through 3 perspectives: the seasons, producers and ingredients. The video is scheduled to air on official social media accounts and YouTube channels, as well as at venues for the “Blue Sparkle Aomori National Sports Festival and Sports Festival for Persons with Disabilities,” to be held in October of the same year. The initiative also includes the creation of a new logo, “AOMORI ONE,” and the appointment of Takafumi Hamada as an adviser. 株式会社LOCUS BRiDGE lends support to “Beer Marche 2026 @ Toyama,” to be held in Toyama Cityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157616https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157616Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:08 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社LOCUS BRiDGE will support “Beer Marche 2026 @ Toyama,” to be held in Toyama City on October 17, 2026. The company opened a Toyama sales office in April and is working to revitalize the region. ハンサード・インターナショナル・リミテッド Japan Branch joins 在日英国商業会議所（BCCJ） as a corporate memberhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157666https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157666Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Japan Branch of investment manager ハンサード・インターナショナル・リミテッド has joined 在日英国商業会議所（BCCJ） as a corporate member. Group CEO トーマス・モーフェット visited Japan, met with セーラ・バックレイ of BCCJ, and exchanged views on collaboration. Utopai Studios revamps “PAI” for film and TV production and unveils video generation model “Utopai X,” enhancing production intelligencehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157665https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157665Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESUtopai Studios announced on September 30 a revamped version of its film and television production platform “PAI” and its video generation model “Utopai X.” Utopai X ranked 2nd worldwide in Artificial Analysis’s rankings, while PAI enhances the production process through script analysis and support features powered by AI agents. ハンサード・インターナショナル・リミテッド Japan Branch joins 一般社団法人 日英協会https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157664https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157664Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Japan Branch of investment manager ハンサード・インターナショナル・リミテッド has joined 一般社団法人日英協会, a Japan–UK exchange organization established in 1908. [New release] A new kind of yakiniku sauce for enjoying beef with a beef-stock-based sauce: “Gyudashi Yakiniku Sauce, Citrus Style, Shichidaime Kobayashi,” released 10/1https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157663https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157663Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社コバヤシ released “Gyudashi Yakiniku Sauce, Citrus Style, Shichidaime Kobayashi,” a beef-stock-based yakiniku sauce, on October 1, 2026. ベース株式会社（securities code: 4481）to speak at its first seminar for individual investors in Nagoyahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157662https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157662Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESベース株式会社 appeared at the Kabu Berry-hosted IR seminar “Kabu Berry Lab” in Nagoya on September 13, 2026, and explained its business overview and growth strategy. The 3rd installment of the “What’s Central Up To?” series! New TV commercial focuses on Central Automotive Products’ alcohol detector businesshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157661https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157661Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES中央自動車工業株式会社 has produced “Interlock,” the 3rd installment of its corporate TV commercial series “What’s Central Up To?,” featuring actor Ayami Makita. The commercial will begin airing on October 3, 2026. It introduces the company’s alcohol detector business and its efforts to prevent drunk driving through its interlock system. Spiber opens to external clients its fermentation production technology developed through mass production of its own materialshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157660https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157660Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESSpiber株式会社 is launching “SPIBER BIOFOUNDRY,” a new business that makes available to other companies its protein production technology and facilities using microbial fermentation, developed through mass production of its own material, Brewed Protein™. The business will be unveiled at “BioJapan 2026,” held at Pacifico Yokohama from October 7, 2026, and will offer 2 services: development of high-protein-producing strains and process development and contract manufacturing. Stage play “Emoharu Drama: What Does ‘Emoi’ Mean?” set for November 2026! Cast announcedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157659https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157659Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES“Emoharu Drama: What Does ‘Emoi’ Mean?,” a stage adaptation of the vertical short drama “#EmoharuDrama” streamed on TikTok and YouTube, will run at Theatre Alpha Tokyo from November 18 to 23, 2026. Notice: “2026 Nagomi no Yoneya Wagashi General Election”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157658https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157658Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES米屋株式会社 will hold the “2026 Nagomi no Yoneya Wagashi General Election” from October 1 to 31, 2026, and award prizes to entrants who predict the top 5. Speakers announced for “Blockchain Summit 2026 Autumn”; Kirifuda CEO Hideyuki Akagawa to appear alongside key figures in on-chain financehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157657https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157657Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESHideyuki Akagawa, representative of キリフダ株式会社, will serve as a moderator and deliver a keynote at “Blockchain Summit 2026 Autumn,” to be held on October 5, 2026. The session will discuss the use of stablecoins with au Coincheck Digital Assets, Japan Financial Elan Technologies, JPYC and others. Many companies, including ジェーシービー and みずほ銀行, will also participate. ～グットリのスプリング・ジャパン秋冬プラン！～秋の深まりから冬の澄んだ空気を感じる特別な航空券+宿泊プラン！ご予定に合わせて3つの帰着日から選べるので、あなたらしい旅行を計画できます♪https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157656https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157656Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES日本空輸株式会社 has begun selling its “Fall and Winter Package Plan,” featuring JALグループ LCC carrier スプリング・ジャパン’s 2026 winter schedule. Airfare and hotel stays can be booked together for routes from Narita and Chubu to New Chitose, Hakodate and Hiroshima. Return dates can be selected from 3 periods: November 16 and 17, December 21, and January 12, 2027. “Onegai Aipri” anime: Episode 27 synopsis and preview images released!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157655https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157655Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe synopsis and preview images for Episode 27 of the “Onegai Aipri” anime have been released. It will air on the TV Tokyo network of 6 stations from 9:30 on October 4. It was also announced that the anime is scheduled to begin airing in April 2026, 2 arcade games are scheduled to launch, and related toys will be released by タカラトミー. “Roman Disco,” promoting physical and mental well-being through music: Report on the September 2026 eventshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157654https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157654Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES“Roman Disco,” an event promoting physical and mental well-being through music, was held over 3 days—September 13, 19 and 26, 2026—in Futako-Tamagawa, Kobe and Tsubame-Sanjo. Performances by senior dance teams and interactions with attendees took place, while an adjoining booth also raised awareness about the importance of hepatitis testing. 【バンビシャス奈良】バンビシャス奈良 U15所属 濱田東志選手が2026年度 U14ナショナル育成センターキャンプ トライアウトに挑戦https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157653https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157653Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESバンビシャス奈良U15所属の濱田東志選手が、10月3日・4日に味の素ナショナルトレーニングセンターで開催される2026年度U14ナショナル育成センターキャンプのトライアウトに参加する。 From “reading” about Kyoto crafts to “visiting” them | 京都伝統産業ミュージアム to sell its first experiential tour through its official e-commerce sitehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157652https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157652Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES京都伝統産業ミュージアム has published “CRAFTED vol.6,” an article introducing Kyoto stone crafts by 齋田石材店, on its official e-commerce site, “MOCAD ONLINE SHOP,” and has begun selling an experience tour that includes a workshop visit and a matcha-grinding experience at the company. ZIP-FM’s October 8 program is “YOASOBI REQUEST SPECIAL”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157651https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157651Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESZIP-FM will air “YOASOBI REQUEST SPECIAL” on October 8, 2026, and hold an advance ticket reservation for YOASOBI’s Aichi concert on the same day. The used condominium market in the 3 central Tokyo wards enters a correction phase—What inventory, closing prices and discount rates reveal about future trendshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157650https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157650Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESAn analysis of the used condominium market in the 3 central Tokyo wards by マンションリサーチ株式会社. Based on 51,744 data points from 2024 through September 2026, the analysis suggests the market is shifting from a phase of rising prices to a correction phase, as new listing prices fall, closing prices edge down, time on market lengthens, discount rates rise and inventory grows. Gokurakuyu・RAKU SPA × “Sanrio Characters” collaboration campaign to launch on Thursday, October 22, 2026!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157649https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157649Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社極楽湯 and 株式会社GK Marketing will hold the “Kawaii♡Bath Time” collaboration campaign with Sanrio Characters at 15 locations in the Gokurakuyu・RAKU SPA group starting October 22, 2026. A brewery-exclusive sake from Otaru, now in Osaka. 田中酒造’s “亀甲蔵” arrives, with a tasting comparison against the junmai daiginjo “宝川”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157648https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157648Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESAt the Osaka izakaya 北海道海鮮 にほんいち 福島店, operated by 株式会社N・I, 田中酒造’s brewery-exclusive junmai ginjo sake “亀甲蔵” and junmai daiginjo “宝川” from Otaru will be available starting October 3, 2026. A tasting set will also be offered. The TV anime “Ranma 1/2” and “Yokohama Iekei Ramen 壱角家” team up for their first-ever collaboration!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157647https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157647Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESA collaboration campaign between 壱角家, operated by 株式会社ガーデン, and the TV anime “Ranma 1/2” will run from October 16 to November 23, 2026. Limited-edition ramen and drinks will be sold at 115 locations, with merchandise also available at some locations. ADKグループ to take the stage again this year at “Toranomon Advertising Festival,” a celebration of advertising creativityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157646https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157646Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESADKグループ will take part in all 10 sessions of “Toranomon Advertising Festival,” an advertising creativity festival held at Toranomon Hills from October 9 to 17, 2026. Survey on meal kit use to mark the company’s 50th anniversary: Campaign offers a chance to win “more help” for the time saved with meal kitshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157645https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157645Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESヨシケイ開発株式会社は創業50周年を記念し、ミールキット利用者へのアンケート調査を実施。1日30分〜1時間の時短効果と休息ニーズが浮上したため、「もっと助かる」プレゼントキャンペーンを開催する。 Hosting a webinar on “Transforming business operations through processes × data in the AI era” (co-hosted with ビジネスエンジニアリング株式会社)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157644https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157644Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社エル・ティー・エス and ビジネスエンジニアリング株式会社 will co-host a webinar on October 29 titled “Transforming business operations through processes × data in the AI era.” “Obungu and Friends: More! Outings to Shrines, Temples and the Movies”—Encore of the hugely popular “Obungu and Friends” × “Shrines, Temples and Movies” collaboration!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157643https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157643Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES松竹株式会社 will hold an event featuring SNS-popular characters “Obungu and Friends,” selling offerings and general merchandise at shrines and temples, キデイランド and 松竹歌舞伎屋本舗, starting November 6, 2026. メタバースヨコスカ観光ツアー出張版！「横須賀美術館編 vol.2」開催決定！～美術館リニューアル記念！制作者と職員がVRで横須賀をご案内！～https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157642https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157642Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTo mark the renovation of 横須賀美術館, 横須賀市 will hold “Metaverse Yokosuka Sightseeing Tour on the Road vol.2” on the VRChat metaverse platform. World creator そにつく and city staff will provide commentary. Survey on telework practices and adoption｜69.1% want to continue teleworking; 52.7% of those working remotely 3–5 days a week say their happiness has increasedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157641https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157641Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESAccording to a survey by 株式会社ネオマーケティング, 69.1% of people with telework experience want to continue, and 52.7% of those who telework 3–5 days a week feel their happiness has increased. Fully remote work accounts for just 22.6%, with hybrid work the norm. [How children spend their days off] Departing 10/25: A field guide-making tour with field guide creator Mr. Maruyama Takashi!—Autumn at Zoorasia editionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157640https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157640Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社プラスワン教育 will hold an “Autumn at Zoorasia” field guide-making tour on October 25, 2026, supervised by field guide creator Mr. Maruyama Takashi. Build the “ability to experiment and learn independently” needed in the AI era across all 4 lessons: “Programming Education HALLO Winter School 2026” launches!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157639https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157639Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社やる気スイッチグループとPreferred Networksが共同展開するプログラミング教室「HALLO」が、年長～中学3年生を対象に2026年冬限定の短期プログラム『ウィンタースクール2026』を開催する。全4回で構成され、「雪の結晶」をテーマにした特別講座を通じてプログラミング的思考や試行錯誤する力を育む。 【にじさんじ】Kuzuha’s first in-person solo live in 3 years streams live on Niconico on 10/12! Kenmochi Toya, Fuwa Minato, Ibrahim and Lauren Iroas to appear as guestshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157638https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157638Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ドワンゴ announced that Kuzuha, a member of the VTuber group にじさんじ, will hold “Kuzuha One-Man Live ‘Bloody Alexandrite’,” his first in-person solo live in 3 years, at K-Arena Yokohama on October 12, 2026, with a live broadcast on ニコニコ生放送. 4 guests, including Kenmochi Toya, will appear, and ticket sales begin October 1. 【New product】Solves the problem of cold hands on winter motorcycle rides. Fleece-lined handlebar covers let you see and operate the turn signals and horn through a clear windowhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157637https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157637Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESFun Standard株式会社 began selling a fleece-lined handlebar cover on Oct. 1, 2026, under its automotive accessories brand CRAFTWORKS. Designed to solve the problem of cold hands when riding a motorcycle in winter, it features a transparent window for checking switch operation. Suggested retail price: from 2,980 yen. For used and classic car owners: Solving the problem of universal floor mats that “don’t fit.” The “3D Gorilla Mat,” which can be trimmed with scissors for a perfect fit, is herehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157636https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157636Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESFun Standard株式会社 has released a redesigned version of the universal “3D Gorilla Mat” under its automotive accessories brand CRAFTWORKS. The mat can be freely resized with scissors. “I only want to carry the clubs I need.” Earned the No. 1 spot in its Amazon category in less than 2 weeks after launch. A self-standing golf bag weighing about 1kg and holding up to 7 clubshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157635https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157635Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe “Self-Standing Golf Bag S-TONE SERIES SBG-101,” released under the outdoor brand “PYKES PEAK” by Fun Standard株式会社, earned the No. 1 spot in Amazon’s “Golf Stand” category in less than 2 weeks after launch. It weighs about 1kg and holds up to 7 clubs. Make customizing your Jimny easier. CRAFT WORKS to exhibit at “TAKEGTOURING2026,” showcasing 2 vehicles: the Nomade and Sierrahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157634https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157634Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESCRAFT WORKS, a subsidiary brand of Fun Standard株式会社, will exhibit at “TAKEGTOURING2026,” held in Kitakyushu, Fukuoka Prefecture, on Oct. 4, 2026, and showcase 2 vehicles: the Jimny Nomade and Jimny Sierra. Popular BL manga “Seventeen Syrups” teams up with “マリオンクレープ”! Original merchandise featuring newly drawn illustrations by Rikka Arata and collaboration crepes also go on sale!!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157633https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157633Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESA collaboration between the popular BL manga “Seventeen Syrups” and “マリオンクレープ” has been announced. The collaboration will feature original merchandise using newly drawn illustrations by Rikka Arata, collaboration crepes, and life-size standee displays. Live demonstration seminar showcasing the capabilities of the industrial drone “DJI Matrice 400” and laser scanner “DJI Zenmuse L3” to be held in Tochigi on Oct. 21 (Wed.)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157632https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157632Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社セキド will hold the “DJI Matrice 400&Zenmuse L3 Performance Demonstration Seminar,” hosted by 株式会社NSi真岡, in Tochigi Prefecture on Oct. 21, 2026. “口コミコム” to exhibit at the 10th Fashion Tech EXPO Autumn — Oct. 7 (Wed.) to Oct. 9 (Fri.) @ Tokyo Big Sighthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157631https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157631Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社mov will exhibit at the 10th Fashion Tech EXPO Autumn, held at Tokyo Big Sight from Oct. 7 to 9, and demonstrate “口コミコム,” an all-in-one customer acquisition platform for stores. Photograph popular cosplayers with the EOS R8 Mark II! A hands-on photography event to be held at the “Ikebukuro Halloween Cosplay Fest 2026”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157630https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157630Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESCanon Marketing Japan will hold a hands-on photography event using its latest mirrorless camera, the “EOS R8 Mark II,” at the “Ikebukuro Halloween Cosplay Fest 2026,” taking place from Oct. 30 to Nov. 1, 2026. STマイクロエレクトロニクス announces new intelligent power module with significant size reduction for air conditioners, heat pumps and home applianceshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157629https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157629Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESSTマイクロエレクトロニクス has announced “STGI15C60S,” a new addition to its “SLLIMM Compact Series” of intelligent power modules, offering a smaller size for air conditioners and heat pumps. It is more than 30% smaller than existing IPMs and is in mass production in a 20A configuration. Sapporo Breweries’ “Executive 360-Degree Feedback Session” wins an Excellence Award in the corporate HR category at the “HR Award 2026”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157628https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157628Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESSapporo Breweries’ “Executive 360-Degree Feedback Session” won an Excellence Award in the corporate HR category at the “HR Award 2026,” organized by 日本の人事部. The 2nd set of nostalgic preview photos from Ryu Koga’s 1st photo book is unveiled! Reservations for the release event open on Oct. 3!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157627https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-15/index-en.html#n3157627Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES東京ニュース通信社 will release actor Ryu Koga’s first photo book, “Ryu Koga 1st Photo Book (tentative title),” on Nov. 17, 2026. The 2nd set of preview photos has been unveiled, and reservations for tickets to the release event open on Oct. 3.