FY 7 Reiwa score sheet published: 175 points out of 200. Type A offers full social insurance and teaches manufacturing using factory machinery: Type A and Type B continuous employment support at 『ONELIFE伊勢崎』
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株式会社ワンライフ announced the FY 7 Reiwa score sheet for its Type A and Type B continuous employment support facility 『ONELIFE伊勢崎』, which scored 175 out of 200 points. The facility supports users in acquiring skills and transitioning to general employment through manufacturing using machinery from general businesses.
Food Ribbon Project signs partnership agreements with 4 cities and 1 town in Shizuoka Prefecture’s Chuto-en region
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一般社団法人ロングスプーン協会 signed partnership agreements on the Food Ribbon Project with 3 cities and 1 town in Shizuoka Prefecture—Iwata, Kikugawa, Fukuroi and Mori—and launched cross-regional support across 4 cities and 1 town, including Kakegawa.
Facts
300 yen
Approximately 300 stores nationwide
Approximately 20,000 public elementary school districts nationwide
【Aichi’s Chita Peninsula】Oyster season is here! Seaside oyster hut 「ウッドデザインパーク野間」 offers a limited-time 5% OFF coupon for October to celebrate its 1st anniversary
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To celebrate the 1st anniversary of the oyster hut operated by 「ウッドデザインパーク野間」 on Aichi Prefecture’s Chita Peninsula, a limited-time coupon offering 5% OFF eligible plans will be available from October 1 to 31, 2026.
船井総研あがたFAS to hold a free online seminar for business owners, “Business Succession Seminar: How to Make It the ‘Greatest Starting Point,’ Not the Finish Line for Procedures,” in 4 sessions beginning October 23, 2026
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株式会社船井総研あがたFAS will hold a free online seminar on business succession for business owners in 4 sessions starting October 23, 2026.
Make your autumn destination a comfortable ride, too. Ottocast presents 5 driving styles tailored to your car
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Ottocast will feature 5 products for autumn drives—MINI Slim, OttoAI BOX E2, P3 Pro, CAR TV MATE MAX and OttoScreen AI—and run a limited-time campaign at its official Amazon store from October 3 to 12, 2026.
NPO法人クリーンオーシャンアンサンブル begins its 2nd year of collaboration with SVP東京
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NPO法人クリーンオーシャンアンサンブル has begun its 2nd year of collaboration with SVP東京, focusing on sustainable organizational growth and strengthening the project’s foundations.
【November 20 (Fri.)】Business leaders’ networking event with 林高生, president of エイチームホールディングス (TSE PRM 3662)
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株式会社IR Robotics has released a video featuring 林高生, president of エイチームホールディングス, on its YouTube channel “IPO or M&A? TV” and will hold an in-person networking event for business leaders on the same day.
Facts
Friday, Nov. 20, 2026
Limited to the first 20 people
Has completed M&A deals with 5 companies
Raised approximately 5 billion yen
233 days later, the shortest record since the Tokyo Stock Exchange opened
Participation fee: 10,000 yen
Valued the business at approximately 1.45 billion yen
Daikokuya Kobe Motomachi Store to reopen its 1F sales floor after renovations on Wednesday, October 7, 2026
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株式会社大黒屋 will reopen the 1F sales floor of its Kobe Motomachi Store after renovations on October 7, 2026, resuming sales of watches, bags, jewelry and other items. Anniversary promotions will include 5% OFF and an Instagram follow-and-enter prize draw.
大黒屋 池袋店 to reopen its 1F sales floor after renovations on Wednesday, October 7, 2026
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株式会社大黒屋 will reopen the 1F sales floor of 大黒屋池袋店 after renovations on October 7, 2026, resuming sales of watches, bags, jewelry and other items. An anniversary campaign will award up to 5% in 大黒屋 points.
大黒屋 新宿本店 to reopen its 2F sales floor after renovations on Wednesday, October 7, 2026
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株式会社大黒屋 will reopen the 2F sales floor of 大黒屋新宿本店 after renovations on October 7, 2026, resuming sales with a selection of branded items, including bags and accessories. An anniversary campaign will award up to 5% in 大黒屋 points.
Experience “Omotenashi Selection” at a hot spring with a 1,300-year history! Pop-up shop opens at 和多屋別荘 in Ureshino Onsen, Saga Prefecture
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A pop-up shop for “Omotenashi Selection” will open at 和多屋別荘, a historic inn at Ureshino Onsen in Saga Prefecture, starting October 3, 2026. It will showcase and sell 77 products, including Gold Award winners, and distribute samples to overnight guests.
Facts
A vast 20,000-tsubo site
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Sunday, Nov. 1
14 companies that received the Omotenashi Selection award
Online Japanese-learning service “Native Camp Japanese” launches a “diagnostic feature” to find recommended instructors and learning materials｜Find a learning style that suits you by answering just 4 questions
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株式会社ネイティブキャンプ has launched a “diagnosis feature” on its online Japanese-learning service Native Camp Japanese. By answering just 4 questions, users can find tutors and learning materials suited to them. A limited-time campaign is also underway in October 2026, offering a 7-day free trial and coins worth USD5.
【TAOYA阿蘇】A “new open-air bath” and “new guest rooms” overlooking Aso’s magnificent natural scenery open on Thursday, October 1, 2026!
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GENSEN HOLDINGS株式会社 has opened a new open-air bath and new guest rooms at its TAOYA阿蘇 property as of October 1, 2026. A seasonal buffet menu featuring the flavors of fall and winter has also been available since September 1.
Facts
Operates 75 hotels, inns, theme parks and other properties nationwide
6 rooms in total／capacity: 4 or 5 guests
Fall and winter dishes are being served as part of the seasonal buffet from Tuesday, September 1, 2026.
New show 『テレ東アニメゆ〜ちゅ〜部』 launches to boost TV Tokyo anime!
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The 3 companies テレビ東京, テレビ東京コミュニケーションズ and AT-X will begin streaming the anime variety show 『テレ東アニメゆ〜ちゅ〜部』 on the テレ東アニメ YouTube channel from October 3. The cast includes Mamatarte’s Hihara, Tokyo Hoteison’s Shogo and テレビ東京 announcer Yukichie Yamamoto. A digest version will air on terrestrial television.
With the theme “Passing the baton of growth from infants to young people,” 日本子ども若者学会 to hold its 2nd research conference in Nara
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日本子ども若者学会 will hold its 2nd research conference in Nara City, Nara Prefecture, on March 6 and 7, 2027. The theme is “Passing the baton of growth from infants to young people,” with discussions on cooperation and collaboration among people in diverse fields, including childcare, education, welfare, government and business. The maximum attendance is 120.
Facts
March 6 (Sat.) and 7 (Sun.), 2027
【Attendance capacity】100 people
(maximum 120 people)
Regular members: 5,000 yen
Non-members: 8,000 yen
Participation fee: 7,000 yen
For more than 1300 years
Companies mentioned：日本子ども若者学会、株式会社ベネッセ i キャリア、KPMGコンサルティング、光明幼稚園、第二あけぼの保育園、認定こども園 光が丘幼稚園、鎌倉女子大学、川崎市立東住吉小学校、長岡京市立長岡第二中学校、広島桜が丘高等学校、岡山理科大学、幼保連携型認定こども園 済美こども園、ホテルリガーレ春日野
SLOC WORKS General Research Institute relocates its head office to Sapporo; Riku Tsubota becomes representative member and CEO
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合同会社SLOC WORKS総合研究所 relocated its head office from Beppu, Oita Prefecture, to Sapporo, Hokkaido, effective October 1, 2026. Riku Tsubota succeeded Yu Miyamoto as representative member and CEO.
Press release for domestically produced hinoki cypress “add-on window shoji kit” selected for “Press Release Awards 2026 Best101”
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A press release by 谷元フスマ工飾株式会社 was selected for Best101 in the “Press Release Awards 2026,” highlighting the background to the development and features of its domestically produced hinoki cypress add-on window shoji kit.
【Aichi-Nagoya 2026】Games mascot “Honohon” transforms into a lucky beckoning cat! New “HONOHON plush strap (8 types in all)” with a surprise random selection inside
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A plush strap featuring a beckoning-cat design inspired by Honohon, mascot of the 20th Asian Games (Aichi-Nagoya 2026), is now on sale. The item comes in a random selection of 8 types and costs 3,190 yen.
【On sale October 3】V-neck and new color combinations arrive in the hugely popular “color-block squeeze” knit, which keeps selling out and returning! 21 colors in all
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Fashion brand antiqua will release its new fall/winter “color-block squeeze knit” on October 3, 2026. The lineup adds a V-neck and new color combinations, and comes in 21 colors. Price: 4,950 yen.
【Bottom-trawling season opens】Yamanaka Onsen, Ishikawa: A fall getaway to enjoy the season’s bounty and soak in soothing hot springs♪ 7 kinds of sashimi delivered direct from Hashitate Fishing Port & steamed matsutake mushrooms in a teapot
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The inn かがり吉祥亭 in Kaga, Ishikawa Prefecture, is offering a limited-time stay plan from October 3 to November 30 featuring a 7-piece sashimi platter delivered directly from Hashitate Fishing Port and steamed matsutake mushrooms in a teapot.
Popular novel from テラーノベル gets a comic adaptation! “The Elixir That Works Only on Me: I Drink It, Fight, and Before I Know It, I’m the Strongest in Another World!?” begins exclusive early release on めちゃコミック on Oct. 3
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株式会社テラーノベル announced that the comic adaptation of the novel “The Elixir That Works Only on Me: I Drink It, Fight, and Before I Know It, I’m the Strongest in Another World!?”—which has surpassed 7.6 million cumulative downloads—will begin its exclusive early release on めちゃコミック on Oct. 3, 2026.
Facts
Cumulative downloads surpass 7.6 million
Starting Oct. 3, 2026
As of March 2025
Service launch: July 2017
Companies mentioned：株式会社テラーノベル、めちゃコミック、テラーノベル、Google Inc.、Apple Inc.
クラム株式会社 (KRAM Inc.) signs capital and business alliance with 株式会社HiRAO INC
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クラム株式会社 signed a capital and business alliance agreement with 株式会社HiRAO INC on July 28, 2026. The companies aim to create new brands and businesses by leveraging their respective strengths in PR, branding and business development.
Facts
Dated July 28, 2026
About 40 stores and facilities
Since its founding in 2006
Since 2007
It has been 20 years since HiRAO INC was launched
In 2025, the entertainment division began full-scale operations
HiRAO INC signs capital and business alliance with クラム (KRAM Inc.)
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HiRAO INC signed a capital and business alliance with クラム株式会社, aiming to expand its business areas, including entertainment, IP development and global business.
Facts
Dated July 28
Since its founding in 2006
2026, the year it marks its 20th anniversary
Capital: ¥15 million
Capital: 210 million yen
Group employees: 458
Companies mentioned：HiRAO INC、クラム、KRAM Inc.、クラム株式会社、HiRAO INC KOREA
“あぐー豚しゃぶしゃぶ専門店 オーシャンBoo！”’s 10th location, the Miyakojima store, opens in Miyakojima, Okinawa, on Oct. 10, 2026 (Sat.)!
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The shabu-shabu specialty restaurant “オーシャンBoo！” will open its 10th location in Miyakojima, Okinawa, on Oct. 10, 2026. The new restaurant has 50 seats and serves shabu-shabu made with Agu pork and A5-grade Japanese Black beef in a secret-recipe broth.
Facts
10th location
Oct. 10, 2026
All 50 performances
Operating 9 locations
Companies mentioned：株式会社make up company、あぐー豚しゃぶしゃぶ専門店 オーシャンBoo！、ヒルトン沖縄宮古島リゾート、キャノピーbyヒルトン 沖縄宮古島リゾート、ホテルアトールエメラルド宮古島、HOTEL LOCUS、宮古島東急ホテル &リゾーツコーラルウイング、シギラグループホテル、ローズウッド宮古島
栗林運輸株式会社 has completed a full renovation of the 2nd and 3rd floors of its head office and begun operating its new office, designed to encourage communication and improve the working environment.
[Event report] Jay Abraham’s special Japan lecture, “THE MARKETING WORLD CONGRESS 2027,” concludes all sessions, drawing more than 2,000 attendees over 2 days
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株式会社ウェルスクリエイション held “THE MARKETING WORLD CONGRESS 2027,” a special lecture featuring marketing strategist Jay Abraham, at Sheraton Grande Tokyo Bay on Sept. 14 and 15, 2026. The event concluded all sessions after drawing more than 2,000 attendees over 2 days.
“Road to Carnegie”: vivi水の声×mogmin. give a dedication performance at Izumo Taisha. Bringing Japan’s “resonance of prayer” to the world
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株式会社otomizu and 株式会社Amoa Japan will give dedication performances at Izumo Taisha and Kitajima Kunitsukuri Shrine on Oct. 8, 2026, as part of the “Road to Carnegie” project, which aims to perform at Carnegie Hall in New York.
Craft gin made by upcycling off-spec, fully ripe peaches is ready—The 24th installment of the prefectural gin project, “Fukushima Prefecture Gin by agataJapan”—Presale project launches on CAMPFIRE
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スターマーク株式会社 has released “Fukushima Prefecture Gin by agataJapan,” an upcycled product made with off-spec, fully ripe Akatsuki peaches from Fukushima Prefecture, and launched a crowdfunding campaign on CAMPFIRE. Production is by タテヤマブルーイング株式会社, with ingredients supplied by 株式会社ももがある.
361° now selling official licensed merchandise for the 20th Asian Games (2026/Aichi-Nagoya)
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Global sports brand “361°” has begun selling official licensed merchandise for the 20th Asian Games, which will be held in Aichi and Nagoya from May 17, 2026, through its official Japanese online store.
Komaki–Amami nonstop charter: “Let’s Go! The Galapagos of the East, Amami Oshima, 2 nights and 3 days” — departure limited to Jan. 14
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“グッドトリップエクスプレス,” operated by 日本空輸株式会社, is selling a charter tour departing Komaki for Amami nonstop on Jan. 14, 2027. There are 2 options, a free-plan tour and a sightseeing bus tour, with reference prices starting at 90,000 yen.
War must not take away everyday life. なかよし学園 holds “PEACE CONCERT” in an underground shelter in Lviv, Ukraine
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特定非営利活動法人なかよし学園プロジェクト visited Lviv in western Ukraine as part of its 2026 “Ukraine Peace Education Project 2026” and brought local residents together through music and dance in an underground shelter.
Early-bird backing now open on crowdfunding platform “GREEN FUNDING” for “ZE3000 ASMR for TINGLE,” specializing in ASMR, and “VR3000 PRO for Gaming,” designed for gaming
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株式会社final will begin accepting early crowdfunding support for the ASMR-focused earphones “ZE3000 ASMR for TINGLE” and gaming earphones “VR3000 PRO for Gaming” on GREEN FUNDING. Prototypes will also be on display for visitors to try at “Potafes Osaka,” which opens on Oct. 3.
Facts
Early crowdfunding support will open in late October 2026.
[Wakamono Research survey] More than 60% of current Reiwa-era high school students believe impersonations are “useful in life”!
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In a survey of current high school students conducted by 株式会社ワカモノリサーチ, 65.3% said impersonations are “useful in life,” while 22.9% said there is an impersonation they would like to learn.
On a morning when you find your field “raided again,” there are gunshots and a wolf’s howl. ALTENA’s new Animal Busters “Hatake Guard” animal repeller (AMB-07)!
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三金商事株式会社 will launch ALTENA brand animal repeller “Hatake Guard” (AMB-07) on Oct. 2. It features audio deterrent modes with sounds such as gunshots and wolf howls, a reflective cup to deter birds, 5-stage ultrasound, a PIR sensor and 7-color LED, and supports USB and solar charging.
Facts
On sale starting Oct. 2
Loud sound of approximately 90–110dB
Detection range: approximately 8m
110-degree horizontal range
The expected time until results appear is approximately 1–3 weeks
サガミレストランツ株式会社, which operates 和食麺処サガミ, will revise its fall and winter grand menu starting Oct. 14, 2026, and sell new items featuring fried oysters, kurobuta pork and scallops at all locations as well as select regional locations.
Facts
From Wednesday, October 14, 2026
We operate 170 locations
Hanakago サガミ set: 2,510 yen
Large fried oyster set meal (with chawanmushi at a special price): 2,190 yen
Large fried oyster set meal: 1,970 yen
Beef offal udon hot pot, soy sauce or spicy miso: 1,940 yen each
Seared kurobuta pork rice bowl with noodles: 1,920 yen
Kurobuta pork jjigae udon hot pot with rice: 1,850 yen
Kurobuta pork yuzu-scented udon with mini tempura rice bowl: 1,840 yen
Junwatori chicken dipping kishimen with 3 pieces of sushi: 1,940 yen
Scallop sesame-soy-milk udon: 1,460 yen
Offal stew and fried oyster set meal: 1,960 yen
Soy-milk tantan udon with mini rice bowl topped with shirasu and salmon roe: 1,910 yen
Clay-pot udon, sushi and Japanese set: 1,850 yen
Hokkaido scallop kamameshi and fried oyster set: 2,050 yen
A standout dish inducted into the Hall of Fame at the 2018 Tebasaki Summit
Angelina 1/3, にぼしいわし・にぼし and ダウ９００００中島 answer viewers’ worries while knitting! A candid, heartwarming handmade variety show, 『あみがたり。』
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Tokai Television Broadcasting announced that the second installment of the handmade variety show 『あみがたり。』, hosted by Angelina 1/3, 香空にぼし and 中島百依子, will stream on Locipo and YouTube from Oct. 10 and air on 東海テレビ in November. A public live stream and workshop are also scheduled as part of the “Tokai TV 1-chan Festival” on Oct. 24.
Facts
Streaming begins Saturday, Oct. 10, at 18:00
All ４ episodes from October 10
The first installment, which streamed from February 2026
Hanshin Tigers league title: emergency live broadcast planned for the night of the championship! ABCラジオ’s “Emergency Broadcast! Congratulations, Hanshin Tigers! Ohayo Personality: Netsuha Special!”
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Asahi Broadcasting Radio will air the special program “Emergency Broadcast! Congratulations, Hanshin Tigers! Ohayo Personality: Netsuha Special!” live on the day the Hanshin Tigers win the league title. The hosts will be announcer Yusuke Ogata and Hirokazu Terao.
New collaboration goods from the “Ace Attorney” series are here! Illustrator ORIHARA’s gorgeous newly drawn illustrations are a must-see!
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Collaboration goods featuring the “Ace Attorney” series and illustrator ORIHARA will go on sale at eeo Store, operated by 株式会社A3, starting Oct. 3, 2026. The lineup includes 8 blind-box items, including button badges and acrylic stands featuring newly drawn illustrations and GraffArt designs.
[Taking place on October 10] Virtual violinist Shirotama Hibiki Fuwari's real-life concert “Birthday Live ～音結び～” setlist revealed!
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株式会社KADOKAWA and 株式会社ドワンゴ have released the setlist for virtual violinist Shirotama Hibiki Fuwari's real-life concert “Birthday Live ～音結び～,” to be held on October 10, 2026.
[Free appraisal] Get organized this fall! “高価買取おたからや” buyback fair to be held at イオン松江ショッピングセンター in Matsue, Shimane Prefecture! | October 3 (Saturday)–October 16 (Friday)
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株式会社いーふらん will hold a “高価買取おたからや” buyback fair at イオン松江ショッピングセンター in Matsue, Shimane Prefecture, starting October 3.
Steam drives rotation, and a light turns on. BLDB launches RETROL “SE-03” stationary mill steam engine and boiler assembly kit
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BLDB, operated by 碩輝網絡貿易有限公司, has launched the RETROL “SE-03” stationary mill steam engine and boiler assembly kit, which uses steam pressure to run an engine and generator and light a lamp.
Universal Marine Activity 2026 Autumn and a lecture by blind yachtsman Mitsuhiro Iwamoto to be held
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NPO法人須磨ユニバーサルビーチプロジェクト will co-host “Universal Marine Activity 2026 Autumn” and SUMArt DAYS at Suma Seaside Park on October 18, 2026, offering sailing and SUP experiences. A lecture by blind yachtsman Mitsuhiro Iwamoto (October 25), as well as the “If There Were No Walls” workshop and exhibition (October 24–27), will also be held.
A chef with 17 years of experience in Japanese cuisine returns to his hometown of Matsuyama
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Masayoshi Kitagaito, a chef from Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture, is returning to his hometown after 17 years of experience and will open 日本料理 義若, a reservation-only Japanese restaurant with 6 counter seats, on October 8, 2026.
[81% of people who have undergone treatment for freckles are satisfied] Survey examines treatment effectiveness, number of sessions and post-treatment care
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Medimee, operated by 株式会社FoR, surveyed 100 people who had undergone treatment to remove freckles. 81% were satisfied with the treatment, with pico laser being the most common method. Ongoing sun protection and multiple clinic visits are needed after treatment, but 85% said they would recommend it to others with the same concern.
Facts
81% satisfied with the treatment
100 men and women
“Pico laser” was the most common at 49.0%
“IPL (intense pulsed light treatment)” 30.0%
“Oral medication” 26.0%
“It had been a source of insecurity for a long time” was the most common at 45.0%
“Makeup could not fully cover them” 40.0%
“They became more noticeable with age” 39.0%
“Satisfied” was the most common response at 59.0%
“Very satisfied” 22.0%
“Somewhat dissatisfied” and “dissatisfied” totaled 5.0%
“4–5 sessions” 38.0%
“2–3 sessions” 37.0%
7.0% felt results after 1 session
“Freckles became lighter” was the most common response at 48.0%
“Easier to cover with makeup” and “My overall complexion looks brighter” were tied at 45.0%
“Whether it would be effective” was the most common concern at 57.0%
“Cost” 52.0%
“Downtime” 48.0%
“Sun protection” was the most common at 44.0%
“Multiple clinic visits were needed” 31.0%
“Apply sunscreen every day” 67.0%
“Use a parasol or hat” 60.0%
85% would recommend freckle treatment to others with the same concern
[Free appraisal] Get organized this fall! “高価買取おたからや” buyback fair to be held at ニトリホームズ宮原店 in Saitama, Saitama Prefecture! | October 3 (Saturday)–October 23 (Friday)
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株式会社いーふらん will hold a “高価買取おたからや” buyback fair at ニトリホームズ宮原店 in Saitama, Saitama Prefecture, from October 3 to 23.
[Free appraisal] Get organized this fall! “高価買取おたからや” buyback fair to be held at イオン西宮門戸店 in Nishinomiya, Hyogo Prefecture! | October 3 (Saturday)–October 11 (Sunday)
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株式会社いーふらん will hold a “高価買取おたからや” buyback fair at イオン西宮門戸店 in Nishinomiya, Hyogo Prefecture, starting October 3.
Facts
More than 2,030 stores worldwide
High rating rate 96.2%
Event period: October 3 (Saturday)–October 11 (Sunday)
STEPGOLF, one of Japan's largest indoor golf schools, to open STEPGOLF EXtra 横浜元町 in Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, in November!
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ステップゴルフ株式会社 plans to hold the grand opening of STEPGOLF EXtra 横浜元町 in Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, in November and has begun accepting advance memberships.
[Event report] Daisuke Ishizuka, an artist who graduated from 大阪芸術大学, to exhibit 12 works at the international art fair Art Jakarta 2026 in Indonesia!
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Daisuke Ishizuka, an artist who graduated from 大阪芸術大学, will exhibit 12 works at the international art fair Art Jakarta 2026, which opens in Jakarta, Indonesia, on October 2.
[ウブロ] Girolamo Panzetta attends “HUBLOT NIGHT” wearing a new release!
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On September 24, 2026, ウブロ held the one-night-only special event “HUBLOT NIGHT” at Ginza Sony Park in Tokyo’s Ginza district. Model Girolamo Panzetta attended wearing a new release.
Update—The second-generation keema curry trend is accelerating! Tasting the dishes brings the “inevitability of the trend” and its “social impact” into sharper focus! An expert’s guide to the “カレーフェス” by セブン‐イレブン! Publication launch campaign
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Takehisa Inoue, director of 株式会社カレー総合研究所, published a note article explaining the trends and social impact of Seven-Eleven’s “Curry Festival” and second-generation keema curry, and is offering seminar invitations as part of a commemorative campaign.
Piccoma unveils the first installment of its recommended original works lineup for October! 3 new SMARTOON® titles debut!
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株式会社カカオピッコマ announced that it will release 3 new original SMARTOON® titles exclusively on its digital manga and novel service Piccoma, one after another in October 2026.
Facts
3 new original SMARTOON® titles
Starting Saturday, October 3, 2026
Starting Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Starting Sunday, October 11, 2026
First 25 episodes released all at once
First 15 episodes released all at once
Founded in 2024
Established in 2014
Since the service launched on April 20, 2016
Surpassed 50 million cumulative downloads
Companies mentioned：株式会社カカオピッコマ、SOUKAI STUDIO、Yuyetubu、Fanqienovel、Blaze Comics、Kuaikan Comics、China Literature、FTL Culture、Beijing Kuaikan Dimensional Information
[Misato City, Saitama Prefecture] Surrounded by water and greenery, みさと公園BBQ場 offers fall BBQ outings for everyone, from families to company gatherings and student groups! Avoid the midsummer heat and enjoy an easy BBQ with everything provided or bring your own, even in large groups
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
みさと公園BBQ場 in Misato City, Saitama Prefecture, has opened reservations for group use during the fall leisure season in October and November. It can accommodate groups of up to 600 people and offers BBQ options with everything provided or bring-your-own BBQ, as well as special plans, welcoming everyone from families to company gatherings and student groups.
From EIKEN® self-scoring to your next study steps. スタスタApps reorganizes the entry points for study menus, the home page and pass predictions
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
スタスタApps, an EIKEN study support app operated by スタディスタジオ株式会社, has reorganized its study menus and entry points for pass predictions, and reviewed its feature categories. On September 30, 2026, it announced that registered accounts had surpassed 30,000.
House fire in Tainan’s East District injures couple through smoke inhalation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A house on Y農 Road in Tainan’s East District caught fire in the early morning. Firefighters quickly extinguished the blaze, and a couple inside was taken to the hospital for smoke inhalation. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
North Korea fires ballistic missile again; Blue House calls for readiness review alongside DMZ land-mine incident
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Tensions between North and South Korea have recently risen over a DMZ land-mine incident. North Korea fired a ballistic missile toward the East Sea again today, prompting the Blue House to convene an emergency meeting, call for a review of readiness and urge North Korea to stop such actions.
Mayoral candidates crisscross the campaign trail, turning their bags into supply stations stocked with personal essentials
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The contents of the bags carried by candidates in the 2026 local elections vary, from talismans and prayer beads to sanitizer and nuts, reflecting their personalities and the demands of life on the campaign trail.
Taiwan faced Japan at the U15 Baseball World Cup in a game halted twice by rain. Taiwan’s batting was held in check early, and although the team rallied in the final 2 innings, it could not sustain the offense and lost 4-5. Its record after the game stood at 2 wins and 2 losses.
Facts
Lost 4-5 in the final
Advanced to the next round of the preliminary stage with 1 win and 1 loss
Record after the game: 2 wins and 2 losses
The United States and Japan have each recorded 3 wins so far
President Lai: Small hydropower strengthens power resilience and builds a future for local energy
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
President Lai Ching-te, speaking at the 9th Small Hydropower Industry Development Forum, stressed that small hydropower is an important part of Taiwan’s diverse green energy mix and distributed energy system. By harnessing local water resources, it can strengthen power resilience. The government will continue to improve relevant policies to support local revitalization and sustainable development.
Facts
The 9th Small Hydropower Industry Development Forum
Car plows into crowd in Newcastle, Australia; several seriously injured, including children
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A car plowed into a crowd in Newcastle, Australia, seriously injuring several people, including children. The driver has been arrested. Police have provisionally ruled out terrorism, and the number of injured people has yet to be confirmed.
Japan’s industry ministry says vice minister had brief exchange with Chinese representative during G20 meeting
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Japanese industry ministry Vice Minister Shuji Miyamoto briefly spoke with Chinese representative Li Chenggang during the G20 Trade Ministers’ Meeting. Their discussion touched on China’s export controls and other Japan-China economic issues.
Vietnam ocean forum opens, seeks to build an independent and self-reliant maritime power through international cooperation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Vietnam Ocean Forum opened in Hanoi, in line with Resolution No. 20 issued in July. It aims to build an independent and self-reliant maritime power by combining defense, diplomacy, the environment and the marine economy through international cooperation and integration.
A wind turbine blade at the Greater Changhua Northwest Offshore Wind Farm was damaged. 沃旭能源 confirmed that no one was injured and that safety restrictions had been imposed in nearby waters. 西門子歌美颯 will lead the investigation.
Building a 2nd campus in Texas? 台積電 earnings call on the 15th to focus on advanced processes and expansion
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
台積電 will hold an earnings call on the 15th, with topics including 2027 capital spending, advanced processes below A14 and CoWoS progress, plans for a U.S. plant in Texas, and AI industry developments. The market expects 台積電 to raise prices for advanced processes by 5% to 10% next year and to continue expanding investments in Arizona and a potential Texas campus to consolidate its position in the North American market.
Facts
Investing US$500 billion in the United States
Plans to build 6 more advanced wafer fabs
Adding US$100 billion in investment in Arizona
Total investment in Arizona, United States, increased to US$265 billion
The United States accounts for nearly 75% of 台積電's customers
Raising this year's capital spending to US$60 billion to US$64 billion
台積電 to raise prices for advanced processes by 5% to 10% next year
Advanced packaging prices may rise by 10% to 15%
Mature process prices may rise by 3% to 5%
A14 process technology to enter mass production in 2028
A13 and A12 process technologies expected to enter mass production in 2029
Number of AI computing transistors that can be integrated to grow by more than 48 times
HBM bandwidth capacity in a single CoWoS package could increase 34 times
18 Chinese military aircraft and vessels operate around Taiwan Strait; military keeps close watch
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Ministry of National Defense said it detected 5 sorties by Chinese military aircraft, 6 Chinese naval vessels and 7 official ships from 6 a.m. yesterday to 6 a.m. today. A total of 18 Chinese military aircraft and vessels continued operating around the Taiwan Strait, and the military is keeping close watch and responding.
Facts
A total of 18 Chinese military aircraft and vessels
5 sorties by Chinese military aircraft detected
Of these, 2 sorties entered the southwestern and eastern airspace
The co-pilot of 杜拜航空 flight 1073 stabbed the captain, nearly causing a crash. The Omani co-pilot had previously been barred from flying in Oman but was still hired. Netanyahu classified the incident as a terrorist attack, and Israel is investigating whether there were accomplices. The case highlights gaps in aviation security and pilot screening.
Facts
杜拜航空 Flight 1073
杜拜航空 flight 1073 on September 30
A classified report released by Israel's State Comptroller in May 2024
Alleged gang rape case at 康乃爾大學; New York governor vows to close legal loophole
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
An alleged gang rape case has emerged at 康乃爾大學. New York Governor Kathy Hochul vowed to close a legal loophole that makes it harder for prosecutors to bring rape charges when victims were voluntarily intoxicated or had taken drugs.
Facts
The alleged assault at the prestigious university in 2024
The investigation into the incident was reopened on September 28
Drugged and lured by 7 members of the Chi Phi fraternity
A study of 33 institutions
1 in every 4 female college students in the United States reported experiencing unwanted sexual contact
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花旗: Taiwanese businesses go global; raises more than US$12 billion for Taiwan companies this year
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
花旗（台灣）銀行 said it has raised more than US$12 billion for Taiwanese corporate clients so far this year, primarily supporting the global expansion of technology companies and their cross-border financing needs. Taiwanese businesses are active not only in Asia and the United States but also in places such as Mexico and Poland. 花旗 is also promoting tokenization services to improve the efficiency of cross-border payments.
Taitung rural road widening case involves alleged corruption; prosecutors seek extended detention for agriculture department chief
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Taitung District Prosecutors Office is investigating an alleged corruption case involving the widening of a rural road in Jianhe. With key people yet to appear for questioning and concerns they may collude on testimony, prosecutors asked the court to extend the detention of Agriculture Department Director 許家豪 and former section chief 蔡明翰.
Following military, civil servants and teachers, state-owned banks set to raise salaries by up to 4% on average next year
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Military personnel, civil servants and teachers will receive a 4% pay raise next year. Several state-owned banks, including 兆豐銀, 第一銀, 華南銀, 合庫銀, 彰銀 and 台企銀, plan to follow suit to strengthen their talent competitiveness and share business results.
Facts
Military personnel, civil servants and teachers to receive a 4% pay raise next year
彰銀's maximum pay raise reaches 5.38%
華南銀's average salary increase was 3.2%.
兆豐銀's average individual salary increase was higher than 3%.
台企銀 estimates an overall salary increase of more than 3%.
Double Ten National Day reception: Estonian officials praise Taiwan-Estonia cooperation and hope to expand the camp supporting Taiwan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan's representative office in Latvia held a Double Ten National Day reception in Tallinn, Estonia's capital. Peeter, chairman of the Estonia-Taiwan Parliamentary Friendship Group, praised the results of Taiwan-Estonia cooperation and expressed hope of expanding the camp supporting Taiwan and deepening bilateral ties.
Oct. 5: Cold air moves south, with lowland temperatures falling to 16 degrees next week
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Weather expert Wu Der-Rong said the northeasterly monsoon will strengthen on the 5th and 6th, bringing cooler weather and rain to northern Taiwan. From the 7th to the 9th, radiative cooling will push the lowest lowland temperature across Taiwan down to 16 degrees. No. 26 Typhoon Chanhom is heading toward waters east of Japan, with no chance of affecting Taiwan.
AI adoption raises cybersecurity risks; Lithuanian expert says human error remains the biggest vulnerability
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The chief technology officer of Lithuanian cybersecurity company NordVPN, Bridius, said the widespread adoption of AI has lowered the barrier to launching cyberattacks, making scams and phishing attacks easier to generate and spread. However, human factors remain cybersecurity's biggest vulnerability. He advised people to think before acting, keep software updated and sharpen their judgment, and to avoid placing excessive trust in AI.
Facts
Over the past 3 to 5 years
produced 6 unicorn companies valued at more than US$1 billion
valued at more than US$1 billion
About 9 tenths of attacks can actually be avoided
Lithuania has a population of fewer than 3 million
Pennsylvania House passes pro-Taiwan resolution, congratulates Taiwan on National Day and deepens exchanges
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Pennsylvania House passed Resolution No. 569, designating October 10 as Pennsylvania's “Republic of China (Taiwan) National Day.” For the 4th consecutive year, a pro-Taiwan resolution has been used to deepen bilateral exchanges. Lee Chih-chiang, director of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in New York, thanked several state lawmakers for their support and noted that the Philadelphia City Council had also passed a resolution recognizing the contributions of Taiwanese Americans.
Facts
This year's October 10 is Pennsylvania's “Republic of China (Taiwan) National Day”
Resolution No. 569
Passed by the Pennsylvania House on September 30
Pro-Taiwan resolutions passed for 4 consecutive years
The U.S. Declaration of Independence was signed in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in 1776
The Philadelphia City Council also passed a resolution in March
Fallout from President Lai's Eswatini visit: U.S. diplomat says Madagascar's sovereignty was harmed
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
At a hearing, U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth questioned Dillard, who was nominated to be ambassador to Madagascar, saying China's restriction of President Lai's flight route was an act of bullying. Dillard responded that the revocation of overflight permission harmed Madagascar's sovereignty.
Weather forecast/Strongest cold air mass arrives, bringing a weather shift across Taiwan! “Dramatic temperature plunge to 16 degrees,” heavy rain for 4 days; wettest, coolest period revealed
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Weather expert Wu Der-Rong said Taiwan's weather will shift from wet and cool to dry and cold under the influence of the northeasterly monsoon. Radiative cooling from next Wednesday through Friday could bring the lowest lowland temperature across Taiwan down to 16 degrees, and people should prepare warm clothing.
Facts
From next Wednesday through Friday (the 7th to the 9th), radiative cooling is expected to bring the lowest lowland temperature across Taiwan down to around 16 degrees.
Over the weekend (the 3rd and 4th), northern and eastern areas and the Hengchun Peninsula may see occasional localized, brief showers.
No. 26 moderate Typhoon “Chanhom” has intensified into a major typhoon, but poses no direct impact or chance of making landfall in Taiwan.
A new surge of the northeasterly monsoon will strengthen starting Monday (the 5th), bringing a sharp drop in temperatures in northern Taiwan.
The low at the Taipei weather station is expected to fall to around 20 degrees, with a very large day-night temperature range.
No need to steam sweet potatoes in a rice cooker anymore! Expert shares a simple 1-step trick to “bring out their natural sweetness”; fluffy and tender, and better than convenience-store versions
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
U.S. media outlet EatingWell reported cooking advice for the autumn and winter sweet potato season, with experts unanimously recommending roasting to bring out natural sweetness. The article details the characteristics of different sweet potato varieties and suitable ways to cook them, and offers specific roasting tips.
Facts
After consulting 5 chefs, U.S. media outlet EatingWell found that they unanimously recommended roasting sweet potatoes.
Rocco Carulli, chef at Miami restaurant R House, says roasting caramelizes sweet potatoes' natural sugars, bringing out a richer sweetness and a slightly crisp texture.
Celebrity chef Andrew Zimmern recommends roasting medium-sized sweet potatoes for 90 to 120 minutes to caramelize the sugars and enhance their aroma.
Orange sweet potatoes have high moisture content and sweetness, making them suitable for roasting or mashing.
White-fleshed sweet potatoes are drier and less sweet, making them suitable for gratins or savory dishes.
Will Taiwan stocks hit a record high next Monday? 台積電 ADR surges 3%; expert points to Taiwan-U.S. valuation gap and sees potential in these stocks
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan stocks closed at a record 48,475.74 points on October 2, with trading value nearing NT$898.2 billion. Stock market commentator Gu Hai Lao Niu analyzed the price gap between 台積電 ADRs and their Taiwan-listed shares, predicting that 台積電 could catch up next Monday. He also noted that market funds are leaning toward smaller electronics stocks, including passive components and memory.
Facts
The Taiwan Stock Exchange Weighted Index closed at 48,475.74 points on October 2, setting a new closing record.
台積電 ADRs surged 3% in the U.S. market, contrasting with a 0.4% decline in Taiwan stocks that day.
Taiwan stocks recorded total trading value of NT$898.174 billion on October 2.
The Nasdaq rose 1.19% as U.S. September employment data came in below expectations.
Gu Hai Lao Niu said the market is currently following a trading pattern of “bad news equals a dovish signal equals a buying opportunity.”
How long should you keep a refrigerator, air conditioner or washing machine before replacing it? Expert reveals an “appliance lifespan chart”: replacing too soon is a waste, but waiting too long uses more electricity
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The article examines when to replace major appliances such as refrigerators, air conditioners and washing machines, citing AHAM data showing an average lifespan of about 10 years. Experts stress that the decision should be based on factors such as power consumption, repair costs and changing household needs, rather than relying solely on the appliance's age.
Facts
Statistics from the 美國家電製造商協會 (AHAM) indicate that major household appliances such as refrigerators, washing machines and air conditioners typically last around 10 years to more than a decade.
One rule of thumb for deciding whether to replace an appliance is if a single repair costs more than one-third of the price of a new comparable model.
If a refrigerator's compressor runs almost all day without stopping, its cooling efficiency has evidently declined significantly.
Replacing frequently used air conditioners, such as those in living rooms that run for long hours every day, delivers the greatest energy savings.
A washing machine that shakes violently and shifts position like a tank during the spin cycle is showing signs that its mechanical structure is nearing the end of its useful life.