Persona 4 Revival latest footage, “Shadow Trailer,” released
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株式会社アトラス, a Sega group company, has released the latest footage for Persona 4 Revival, titled “Shadow Trailer.” The video shows the battles between the protagonists, the Special Investigation Team, and the Shadows, and also premieres a new song. The release date, price, and available platforms were also announced.
Facts
Release date: Feb. 18, 2027 ※The Nintendo Switch(TM) 2 version will be released on May 20, 2027 only
※The Nintendo Switch(TM) 2 version will be released on May 20, 2027 only
Persona 4 Revival: Limited Box: 18,480 yen (tax included)
Persona 4 Revival: Digital Premium Edition: 13,640 yen (tax included)
Persona 4 Revival: Digital Deluxe Edition: 11,880 yen (tax included)
Standard physical/download edition: 9,900 yen (tax included)
A signed poster set will be given to 5 winners selected by lottery
A giveaway campaign commemorating the “Autumn Sale” is running through Oct. 8 (Thu.)
※Included with purchases made by 23:59 (JST) on Feb. 17, 2027
※Included with purchases of the Nintendo Switch(TM) ２ version made by 23:59 (JST) on May 19, 2027
CERO B ※The Nintendo Switch 2 version is pending review
Companies mentioned：株式会社セガ、株式会社アトラス、P-Studio、Nintendo、Microsoft、Sony (PlayStation)、Spotify、Apple Music、YouTube Music
[Applications open today at 12:00!] “Rakutama No. 49 (Azabu-Juban Project)”
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Real estate crowdfunding platform Rakutama, operated by 株式会社フロンティアグループ, will begin accepting applications for its new fund, “Rakutama No. 49 (Azabu-Juban Project),” at 12:00 on Monday, Oct. 5, 2026. The capital-gain fund targets a mixed-use office and residential building a 3-minute walk from Azabu-Juban Station, with a 16-month term and an expected annual yield of 6.1%. The operator will make a subordinated investment of 21%.
Facts
Applications for the new fund “Rakutama No. 49 (Azabu-Juban Project)” will open at 12:00 on Monday, Oct. 5, 2026
A capital-gain fund with a 16-month term and an expected annual yield of 6.1%
The operator itself will make a subordinated investment equal to 21% of the total investment
A mixed-use office and residential building a 3-minute walk from Azabu-Juban Station on the Tokyo Metro Namboku Line and Toei Oedo Line
High dividend yield of 6% per year
“Rakutama Point Activity,” offering points worth 20,000 yen per year
An X post campaign offering a monthly chance to win a 2,000-yen digital gift
Those who invest at least 10,000 yen in “Rakutama No. 16 (Azabu-Juban ①)” can apply for No. 49
[ディギディギ] Prompt analysis feature to be added on Oct. 5, 2026
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株式会社トドオナダ announced that it will add a “Prompt Analysis” feature to its LLM awareness measurement tool, ディギディギ, on Oct. 5, 2026. Applying the technology behind Association Star and the RAG Simulator, the feature retrieves contextual information referenced by an LLM from an input prompt, as well as search queries generated during AI searches. This will enable users to address AI search optimization and pre-training optimization at the same time.
[Taking place Oct. 20 (Tue.)] Primary information exists only on the ground — go out and gather what AI cannot access
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キュレーションズ株式会社 announced that it will hold a free online seminar on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026, titled “Primary information exists only on the ground — go out and gather what AI cannot access.” Director and CSMO Hiroyuki Arai will speak about methods for gathering primary information available only on the ground and how to involve leading industry experts as project participants.
Facts
Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026, 11:00–12:00
11:00–12:00 (approximately 60 minutes)
Co-creation community IntraStar (more than 500 companies and 1,300 members)
Registration deadline: Monday, Oct. 19, 2026, 10:00 (by 10:00 the morning before the event)
An era in which only energy companies that can optimize will win — AI孔明 on IDX unveils a “supply-demand and price optimization OS”
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AIデータ株式会社 announced that it will begin offering a supply-demand and price optimization OS for the energy industry using AI EnergyGX on IDX, built on its optimization AI, AI孔明 on IDX. The system integrates decision-making and execution across power generation, supply and demand, market prices, and energy storage, aiming to maximize revenue while maintaining a stable supply. A demo will be presented at the “AI Agent × AX Forum: 17 Growth Strategy Fields & FDE — Resource and Energy Security and GX” on Oct. 21, 2026.
Facts
Capital: 100 million yen
Capital reserve of 1.525 billion yen
Established: April 2015
More than 10,000 companies
More than 1 million customers
No. 1 in sales volume at the BCN Awards for 17 consecutive years
Date and time: Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026, 14:00–17:05
Bring blue support to the city before the game. Registration opens for participants in Seahorses Mikawa’s “Let’s Clean Up” project
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シーホース三河株式会社 has opened registration for participants in its “Let’s Clean Up” project, a cleanup activity in 刈谷市 held before home games. Participants will clean the approximately 1.2 km route from JR Aizuma Station to Kariya City Gymnasium and receive a drink voucher.
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◆Number of participants: 30 (first come, first served)
Business-focused “Notebook AI” now lets users use saved notes to ask AI questions
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株式会社ナレッジセンス has launched a feature in the Notebook function of its business-focused AI agent “ChatSense” that converts saved notes into Notebook sources. Meeting follow-up notes and research can be used as the basis for AI responses, reducing the effort of exporting and importing content.
Facts
Adopted by more than 500 companies, including major firms listed on the TSE Prime Market
A type of large language model released by U.S.-based OpenAI in autumn 2022.
Founded: April 10, 2019
A shared feature available on all plans: Enterprise, Standard and the free Starter plan.
From “reading” websites to “conversational” customer service: OneLive, where AI livestreamers provide web-based customer service 24 hours a day, to exhibit at Marketing Week Autumn 2026
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株式会社OneAI announced that it will exhibit “OneLive（ワンライブ）,” an AI video customer service platform where AI livestreamers serve customers online 24 hours a day, at the Digital Marketing Enhancement Expo at the 28th Marketing Week Autumn 2026, to be held at Tokyo Big Sight from October 7 to 9, 2026. AI livestreamers in vertical short-video format guide visitors to the most relevant information through conversation and help improve CV rates.
Facts
Dates: October 7 (Wednesday)–9 (Friday), 2026, 10:00–17:00
We have a ¥1,000 food and cafe voucher for you to use at the venue.
3. CVR of up to 140%
The approachable nature of short videos and conversational user journeys have helped client companies improve CVR by up to 300%.
More than 280 companies have already adopted the service.
Registration will cost ¥5,500 (tax included) from October 7, so register soon.
Mastercard recognized by Great Place To Work®, the organization that certifies “great workplaces”
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Mastercard has been certified as a “Great Place to Work® 2026” in the “great workplaces” survey conducted by 株式会社働きがいのある会社研究所（Great Place To Work® Institute Japan）. 77% of employees said they “were warmly welcomed when they joined,” and 74% said they “are proud to work at Mastercard,” reflecting high ratings for employee engagement and corporate culture.
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77% of employees said they “were warmly welcomed when they joined”
74% of employees said they “are proud to work at Mastercard”
Contributing to economic growth and improving convenience in people’s lives across more than 200 countries and regions worldwide
Companies mentioned：Mastercard、株式会社働きがいのある会社研究所（Great Place To Work® Institute Japan）
東急ストア marks its 70th anniversary on October 10, announcing a corporate message and corporate video for the decade ahead
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株式会社東急ストア will mark its 70th anniversary on October 10, 2026, and has announced its corporate message, 「おすすめします、がある。」, a corporate video and its official character, 「かごぴょん」, selected by employee vote. Anniversary campaigns and in-store events will be held in October, the month the company was founded, to express its gratitude and set out its approach to the next phase of growth.
Facts
Celebrating its 70th anniversary on October 10, 2026
Since its founding in 1956, 東急ストア has been close to the everyday lives of customers in communities along the Tokyu railway lines and beyond.
In the age of AI, move beyond learning alone to an era of honing sales skills through practice with peers. Launch of the small-group sales development program “Sales Innovation Salon GROUP”!
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アカメディア株式会社 has launched “Sales Innovation Salon GROUP,” a small-group sales development program designed to build practical sales skills in the age of AI. With a maximum of 5 participants, the program builds repeatable sales skills through role-playing, case studies and peer feedback. Its structured 3-step curriculum covers the fundamentals of sales mindset and buyer psychology, from listening, proposing and closing to winning clients and generating ongoing revenue. The program also provides ongoing support toward results, including client referrals and sales assistance after completion.
Facts
This program is a practical sales school with a maximum of 5 participants per group.
The program uses a small-group format with a maximum of 5 participants.
For the lodging and hotel industry | Strategies and case studies for reviewing telecom costs [October 2026 edition]
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株式会社中央構想研究所 has released a free October 2026 edition report (26 pages) presenting strategies and case studies for reviewing telecom costs in the lodging and hotel industry. Across 4 chapters, it explains how communications lines are contracted separately for guest rooms, front desks and back offices, how automatic renewals can cause costs to accumulate, and what to look for when reviewing contracts.
Facts
We have released the October 2026 edition of “Strategies and Case Studies for Reviewing Telecom Costs” (26 pages) for free.
Spending by international visitors to Japan in the January–March 2026 quarter totaled ¥2.3378 trillion, up 2.5% year on year.
+2.5% year over year
Accommodation accounted for the largest share by expenditure category, at 36.7% (¥857.1 billion).
857.1 billion yen
The report covers 4 topics: “Telecom costs in the lodging industry,” “Without an opportunity to review,” “Two other structural issues” and “How to find contracts that can be reduced.”
Marc Márquez and Ducati Lenovo Team win the Japanese GP.
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Marc Márquez (#93) and Ducati Lenovo Team won the Japanese Grand Prix, the 16th round of MotoGP, held at Mobility Resort Motegi. Márquez overtook Jorge Martín on lap 11 to take the win. Francesco Bagnaia (#63) finished 8th. At the end of round 16, Márquez was 2nd in the standings with 331 points, 2 points behind the leader. Ducati recorded its 100th MotoGP victory under Luigi Dall’Igna.
Facts
Márquez is 2nd in the standings with 331 points.
He is just 2 points behind the leader.
Bagnaia is 9th in the standings with 164 points
2nd in the team standings (495 points)
Leads the constructors' standings (469 points)
Reached the major milestone of 100 career MotoGP wins
After making a successful overtake on lap 11
Ultimately finished in 8th place
As of the end of Round 16 of the season
I’m really happy that we were able to earn 37 points this weekend
Will compete in the Indonesian GP, held at the Mandalika International Street Circuit in Indonesia starting Friday, Oct. 9
[Event Report] モトローラ exhibits at “Rakuten GirlsAward 2026 AUTUMN/WINTER”; actor 簡秀吉 also attends as new motorola edge 70 fusion is unveiled
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モトローラ・モビリティ・ジャパン合同会社 exhibited at “Rakuten GirlsAward 2026 AUTUMN/WINTER,” held on Sept. 26, 2026, showcasing products including the new “motorola edge 70 fusion,” announced on Sept. 25, as well as “motorola razr fold,” “motorola razr 60” and “moto g37j.” About 750 people attended, and actor 簡秀吉 joined a talk session as a guest, where attendees experienced the edge 70 fusion’s slim body, battery life of more than 2 full days and original gesture features. The company presented him with an edge 70 fusion in recognition of the fact that his birthday and the phone’s launch date are both Oct. 23.
Facts
“Rakuten GirlsAward 2026 AUTUMN/WINTER,” one of Japan’s largest fashion and music events, held on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026
The new “motorola edge 70 fusion,” announced on Sept. 25
About 750 people attended
More than 800 smartphone back covers were used to decorate the entire booth wall
Oct. 23, the same date the “motorola edge 70 fusion” goes on sale
For 80 years, we have consistently solved challenges in new ways and through new means
Visitors were also surprised that the “motorola edge 70 fusion” delivers more than 2 full days of battery life despite its slim body.
[Accelerating Market Share Growth in the Tomakomai Area] “ロゴスホーム苫小牧” Relocates and Reopens with a New Look, Grand Opening on Oct. 31!
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株式会社ロゴスホールディングス announced that its group company 株式会社ロゴスホーム will relocate and reopen “ロゴスホーム苫小牧” on Oct. 31, 2026, with 2 model homes featuring different concepts on the site. The company aims to expand its market share and improve profitability in the Muroran-Tomakomai area. “ロゴスフェス in 苫小牧ショールーム” will be held that day and through Nov. 1, featuring a children’s festival, food trucks and financial planning consultations.
Facts
On Oct. 31, 2026, to expand market share in the Tomakomai area
Publication start date and time: Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, 10:00
Initial costs are about 1/10 those of a signage-style ticket machine. Okage launches “Okage Kiosk Prepaid Tap Payment,” a cashless self-checkout system that requires no payment terminal
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Okage株式会社 has launched “Okage Kiosk Prepaid Tap Payment,” a cashless self-checkout system that requires no payment terminal. By using an NFC-equipped tablet as the payment terminal, it achieves initial costs of about 1/10 those of conventional signage-style ticket machines. It can help restaurants save space and reduce queues, and can also be used at outdoor events.
Facts
Achieves initial costs of about 1/10 those of conventional signage-style ticket machines*
Listed prices from ticket machine retailers (including setup fees and tax): approximately ¥1.86 million to ¥2.64 million
The average for the 4 models is approximately ¥2.15 million
Established: June 17, 2009
4 signage-style ticket machines with large touchscreens that support both cash and cashless payments
セメダイン launches “スパイダージェット,” a new professional-grade spray adhesive
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セメダイン株式会社 launched “スパイダージェット,” a professional-grade spray adhesive (420 mL, SBR-based high-strength adhesive), on Oct. 1, 2026. It can be used for a variety of applications, including securing vapor-permeable waterproof sheets, insulation and sound-absorbing materials at construction sites, as well as wood, metal and mats.
Facts
セメダイン株式会社 launched the spray adhesive “スパイダージェット” on Oct. 1, 2026
“スパイダージェット” is a high-strength spray adhesive made with an SBR-based adhesive
“スパイダージェット” can spray vertically or horizontally by changing the direction of its nozzle
“スパイダージェット” is a building material exempt from regulation under the Building Standards Act, with virtually no formaldehyde or 4VOC emissions
“スパイダージェット” can be used to bond and secure vapor-permeable waterproof sheets, various insulation and sound-absorbing materials, wood, metal, mats, posters, architectural models and art installations
“スパイダージェット” cannot be used on polyethylene, polypropylene, nylon, vinyl chloride, fluororesin, silicone rubber, expanded polystyrene or similar materials
As a member of カネカグループ, セメダイン provides solutions centered on adhesive technology in the mobility, industry, engineering and construction sectors
[New Service] Ragate株式会社 launches “AX Sprint Program,” which prototypes and validates AI for business use in 2 months
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Ragate株式会社 (head office: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; representative director: 益子竜与志) has launched the “AX Sprint Program,” a hands-on support program that helps companies select business operations where AI should be applied and verify its effectiveness using a working prototype. Delivered through 4 sprints of 2 weeks each (a total of 2 months), the program provides end-to-end support, from reviewing on-site operations to PoC implementation, estimating impact and creating an improvement backlog, and implements 1 standard PoC in an AWS environment. In addition to documentation, the company hands over source code, system configuration and operating procedures. During the campaign period, the basic 2-month support package is offered free of charge.
Facts
A hands-on support program delivered through 4 sprints of 2 weeks each, over a total of 2 months.
The standard package includes implementation of 1 PoC. Upon completion, customers receive not only documentation but also the PoC source code, system configuration and operating procedures.
6 deliverables to guide your next AI investment decision
Welcoming 25 prospective employees scheduled to join in fiscal 2027, company holds an offer ceremony
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太陽工業株式会社 held its 2027 new-hire offer ceremony at its Tokyo headquarters on Oct. 1, 2026, and presented offer certificates to 25 prospective new graduates scheduled to join in April 2027. President 祐己能村 delivered congratulatory remarks expressing his hopes for young people who will shape the AI era, while a representative of the prospective employees spoke about their connection with the company’s work to bring the potential of membrane materials to society and their determination to grow. A group activity using membrane materials and a reception were also held.
Facts
The “2027 New-Hire Offer Ceremony” was held at the Tokyo headquarters on Oct. 1, 2026.
Offer certificates were presented to 25 prospective new graduates scheduled to join in April 2027.
With 3 objectives: getting to know peers, thinking as a team, and experiencing the work firsthand
Taiyo Kogyo is a leading company in large membrane structures, with more than 100 years since its founding.
At the 1970 Japan World Exposition, at the U.S. Pavilion
At the 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo, the company was involved in more than 20 pavilions and facilities
NECネクサソリューションズ now streaming on-demand seminar, “Preparing for a 1% Tax Rate on Food and Beverages”
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NECネクサソリューションズ will stream an on-demand seminar through Dec. 25, 2026, explaining key points for adapting POS and core systems ahead of the anticipated change to a 1% tax rate on food and beverages in April 2027. The application deadline is Dec. 24, and participation is free.
Facts
Preparing for a 1% Tax Rate on Food and Beverages
A 0% rate would increase the burden of adapting cash registers
Ahead of the anticipated change to a 1% tax rate on food and beverages in April 2027
Original山崎大輝の音楽ソロプロジェクト「眠りにつくまで付き合って」nemtsuki LIVE 2026-2027『相槌』が3都市4会場で開催決定！チケプラにてFC先行受付中！
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Original株式会社チケットプラスは、山崎大輝の音楽ソロプロジェクト「眠りにつくまで付き合って」によるnemtsuki LIVE 2026-2027『相槌』（3都市4会場、2026年12月22日〜2027年1月17日）のファンクラブ先行受付を開始し、本公演に「チケプラ」電子チケットおよび公式リセール「チケプラTrade」が採用されたことを発表した。
Facts
Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2026 | Tokyo | Shibuya CHELSEA HOTEL
Sunday, Jan. 17, 2027 | Tokyo | Shibuya Star lounge
Part 1: 6,000 yen
Part 2 + Stay with us until the after-party ends: 9,500 yen
A track record of numerous achievements, including more than 1,000 groups and tours on a scale of 500,000 people
A track record of numerous achievements, including tours on a scale of 500,000 people
Established: Oct. 1, 2025
Launched its service in 2014, ahead of the industry
The service itself began in 2008 under the name EMTG (former name)
INTLOOP Pocket, a suite of specialized AI agent solutions for business operations, launches its second offering, INTLOOP Training Pocket
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INTLOOP株式会社 began full-scale provision of INTLOOP Pocket, a suite of specialized AI agent solutions for business operations, on Oct. 5, 2026. In addition to the first offering, the sales-support AI agent INTLOOP Sales Pocket, it is launching the second offering, INTLOOP Training Pocket, which supports employee development.
Facts
Starting today, Oct. 5, 2026, we are launching full-scale provision of INTLOOP Pocket, a suite of specialized AI agent solutions for business operations
Pre-registration for the first offering, the sales-support AI agent INTLOOP Sales Pocket, has been open since June 2026
Courses can be created from more than 1,000 training programs offered by the company
Learners can study the training content with an AI instructor 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
Lectures covering about 30 categories, including technology and business
A hybrid structure comprising employee consultants and approximately 57,000 professional personnel (as of the end of July 2026)
Official resale for “Musical 「青春-AOHARU-鉄道」7～イーストサイドストーリー～” starts on Ticketpla Trade on Monday, Oct. 5!
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The official resale service Ticketpla Trade, operated by 株式会社チケットプラス, has been selected for “Musical 「青春-AOHARU-鉄道」7～イーストサイドストーリー～.” Resale applications open at 10 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 5, 2026. Performances will be held at 3 venues in Tokyo, Miyagi and Hyogo in November 2026, and an AI listing feature for paper tickets will also be available.
Facts
Green seats: 11,000 yen
Reserved seats: 7,000 yen
The series marked its 10th anniversary in 2025
The Ticketpla service boasts a track record of numerous achievements, including more than 1,000 groups and tours on a scale of 500,000 people
Established: Oct. 1, 2025
The service itself began in 2008 under the name EMTG (former name)
FaithNetwork displays award-winning works by young artists on a construction-site fence in Sendagaya: third installment of the Vol. 5 winning-work exhibition for “Art from the Community”
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株式会社フェイスネットワーク carried out the third installment of an initiative to display 5 winning works from Vol. 5 of the “Art from the Community: Construction-Site Fence Design Ideas Contest” for young artists on the fence surrounding its construction site at 3-2-1 Sendagaya, Shibuya-ku. The open call ran from July 30 to Aug. 31, 2025, for people aged 29 or younger who live, work or study in Tokyo, and this marks the 22nd exhibition of winning works.
Facts
The 5 winning works from Vol. 5 have been displayed at a construction site in Sendagaya, Shibuya-ku.
This marks the 22nd exhibition of winning works from the contest.
An open call for art was held from July 30, 2025, to Aug. 31, 2025, for young people aged 29 or younger who live, work or study in Tokyo
For young people aged 29 or younger who live, work or study in Tokyo
Original東京メトロ副都心線「北参道駅」から徒歩約２分
Also about a 10-minute walk from JR Harajuku Station
Has produced more than 300 newly built, whole-building apartment complexes to date
[Häagen-Dazs] More of its original blended rum. A fragrant, rich winter-limited Rum Raisin mini cup, 「芳醇ラムレーズン」, launches for a limited time starting Tuesday, Oct. 6!
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ハーゲンダッツ ジャパン株式会社 will launch the mini cup 「芳醇ラムレーズン」 nationwide for a limited time starting Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026. The winter-limited product has a rich flavor, with the proportion of rum increased from 0.7% in the classic 「ラムレーズン」 to 1.0%, along with more cream and an original rum blend.
Facts
The proportion of rum has been increased from 0.7% in the classic product 「ラムレーズン」 to 1.0%
「ラムレーズン」 has been loved since Häagen-Dazs first arrived in Japan in 1984
Developed after about 4 years of planning and hundreds of rounds of trial and error, “Papico <Chocolate Coffee>” gets a refresh from Oct. 5 (Mon.). Its simple recipe evolves to use 2 types of cocoa mass and 2 types of coffee, bringing the ingredients’ flavors to the fore.
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江崎グリコ株式会社 will relaunch “Papico <Chocolate Coffee>” nationwide on Oct. 5, 2026 (Mon.). After about 4 years of planning since the concept was developed in 2022 and hundreds of rounds of prototyping, the recipe has been simplified to use 2 types of cocoa mass—71% from Ghana and 29% from Ecuador—and 2 types of coffee—97.6% from Guatemala and 2.4% from Brazil—in pursuit of the ingredients’ natural flavors.
Facts
“Papico <Chocolate Coffee>” will be relaunched nationwide from Oct. 5, 2026 (Mon.)*.
The concept was developed in 2022, followed by hundreds of rounds of prototyping and refinements over about 4 years.
Hundreds of rounds of prototyping and refinements over about 4 years.
“Papico” is a frozen smoothie that has been popular for many years since its launch in 1974.
“Papico <Chocolate Coffee>” was first launched in 1977.
It is one of the core products, accounting for about half of total sales across the “Papico” brand.
For cheese lovers! Baby Star snacks with a rich, savory cheese flavor
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株式会社おやつカンパニー will launch a rich cheese flavor as a limited-time addition to its Baby Star Ramen Snack series at convenience stores on Oct. 5, 2026, and a 6-pack of the cheese flavor at supermarkets on Oct. 19. Made with 3 strands of noodles, the snacks are suited to an evening drink on a long autumn night.
Facts
Net weight: 54 g
Suggested retail price: around ¥152, including tax
Exhibition “Delicious Forms and Their Surroundings” explores the design process behind the Toss cafe chair
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コクヨ株式会社 will co-host “Delicious Forms and Their Surroundings,” an exhibition on the design process behind the Toss cafe chair, with ものや, a design studio and vintage goods shop in Kyoto. The exhibition will run from Oct. 21 to Oct. 30, 2026, at “CREATION PLACE "BOXX"” inside KOKUYO’s Tokyo Shinagawa office, “THE CAMPUS.” Admission is free, and no reservation is required. Exhibits include notes by designers and engineers from the development process, generative AI studies, and records of conversations with users. Visitors can also sit in the chair and experience it for themselves.
Facts
Dates: Oct. 21 (Wed.)–Oct. 30 (Fri.), 2026
Hours: 10:00–17:00; last admission at 13:00 on the final day (Oct. 30)
*The creative director will be on site Oct. 25 (Sun.), 10:00–13:30.
To mark the 50th anniversary of 鴨川シーワールド beginning Japan’s first beluga care program in 1976, 鴨川シーワールド, operated by 株式会社グランビスタ ホテル＆リゾート, is running a social media campaign called “Beluga 50th Anniversary Mosaic Art.” The campaign invites people to submit beluga photos on X and Instagram to create a mosaic artwork. A drawing will award 50 entrants tickets redeemable for beluga-related goods or menu items.
Facts
Celebrating its 50th anniversary this year
Began caring for belugas in 1976, the first such program in Japan*
50 winners will be selected by drawing from among the entrants
Original2026年10月5日(月)～12月13日(日)
Winners announced: Late December 2026
Company research (conducted in September 2026)
Exhibiting 11,000 marine animals across 800 species
Adults: 3,300 yen
Children (elementary and junior high school students): 2,000 yen
All features announced for “別冊カドカワ 総力特集 SUPER BEAVER”! Plus, more of Ryuta Shibuya’s novel “都会のラクダ”!
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Original株式会社KADOKAWAが、2026年11月16日に「別冊カドカワ 総力特集 SUPER BEAVER」（本体1,900円＋税、全224P）を刊行。結成22年目を迎える4人組バンド・SUPER BEAVERの約20年の活動と現在、そしてこれからを1冊で総力特集する。巻頭グラビア＆1万字メンバーソロインタビュー、「都会のラクダ DOME TOUR 2026」東京ドーム公演のリポート、渋谷龍太の書き下ろし小説「都会のラクダ つづき」、柳沢亮太の歌詞分析、加藤登紀子・糸井重里の特別寄稿、須賀健太ら著名人からのメッセージ、14年間追い続けるライターによるアルバムレビューなどを収録。Amazon・楽天ブックスで予約するとオリジナルステッカー、ファンクラブ「友の会」では別カバーの限定版が付属する。
Oxford Instruments partners with 伯東株式会社 to strengthen sales framework for advanced plasma process technologies in Japan
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Oxford Instruments and 伯東株式会社 have signed a sales agency agreement for compound semiconductor process equipment in Japan. The partnership will strengthen support in the Japanese market to meet growing demand for advanced plasma process technologies, including applications for GaN and SiC power devices and optoelectronics using GaAs and InP.
Facts
Oxford Instruments was established in 1959 as the first spinout company from the University of Oxford
Since its founding in 1953, 伯東株式会社
A constituent of the FTSE 250 Index on the London Stock Exchange
Selected as a constituent of the FTSE 250 Index on the London Stock Exchange (ticker: OXIG)
“Yamato Day” to be held at a conveyor-belt sushi restaurant for the first time. A 3-day event from Oct. 8, running simultaneously across all group locations and business formats, with deals on everything from individual items to set meals
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ヤマトサカナ株式会社 announced that it will hold its “Yamato Day” campaign simultaneously for the first time across all group locations and business formats, including conveyor-belt sushi restaurants, set-meal restaurants and izakaya, for 3 days from Oct. 8 to 10. This marks the first time the campaign has been held at a conveyor-belt sushi restaurant.
Facts
This is the first time “Yamato Day” has been held at a conveyor-belt sushi restaurant
The Yamato Day special price for salmon is ¥298 (regular price: ¥480)
The Yamato Day special price for fried horse mackerel is ¥298 (regular price: ¥398)
The Yamato Day special price for the upper-tier set (with miso soup) is ¥1,698 (regular price: ¥2,200)
The Yamato Day special price for the premium set (with miso soup) is ¥1,998 (regular price: ¥2,700)
ヤマトサカナ株式会社 is located at 1444-8 Kita-Komachi, Kamogawa, Chiba Prefecture, and is headed by representative director 森下篤史
Librus株式会社 publishes insight report, “What Is the SCS Rating System ★3? Requirements and Steps to Achieve Certification”
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Librus株式会社 has published a free insight report (white paper) for business owners and corporate strategy officers explaining the requirements of the SCS Rating System ★3 and steps to achieve certification. It outlines the process, costs and timeline, as well as how to choose a support provider, covering areas such as identifying information assets and networks, account management, vulnerability measures, malware countermeasures, supplier management and incident response.
Awards ceremony for “NEDO Prize Program / Development of Solutions to Social Issues Using Quantum Computers” to be held on Oct. 15
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NEDO and 経済産業省 will hold a hybrid awards ceremony on Oct. 15, 2026, for the “NEDO Prize Program / Development of Solutions to Social Issues Using Quantum Computers,” which aims to generate use cases for addressing social challenges with quantum computing. More than 80 entries were received across 3 fields—Society 5.0, QoL and Cool Japan—and winners were selected after a rigorous review. Special lectures will be given by RIKEN President Makoto Gonokami and QII Council Chair Mitsunobu Koshiba, among others. Prize money of ¥40 million for 1st place, ¥20 million for 2nd place and ¥10 million for 3rd place will be awarded in each field.
Facts
The awards ceremony will be held on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026
Original開催日時：2026年10月15日（木）12時30分～17時00分
The program received more than 80 entries from a diverse range of participants, including companies, startups, universities, research institutions and students
1st place: ¥40 million
2nd place: ¥20 million
3rd place: ¥10 million
3 fields: Society 5.0, QoL and Cool Japan
Not only specialists but also users on the scale of 100,000 will accelerate the use of this technology to address industrial and social challenges, while raising new questions
Head to Yokohama with a limited-edition Shikufoni ticket design! CoDaMa and Pia to sell a “Minatomirai Line One-Day Pass” and “Special Content Card” featuring exclusive content available in the Yokohama area!
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ぴあ株式会社 and 株式会社CoDaMa announced that they will sell the “Shikufoni Minatomirai Line One-Day Pass Special Set,” combining a “Minatomirai Line One-Day Pass” featuring an original Shikufoni design with a “Special Content Card.” It is the first in a series of “city exploration goods” that offer exclusive content linked to location data. In the Yokohama area, users can listen to exclusive content within a 1,000 m radius. The initiative is part of an effort under a comprehensive partnership agreement with Yokohama Minatomirai Railway.
Facts
Retail price: ¥1,320 (tax included)
Exclusive content for the Yokohama area can also be heard within a 1,000 m radius of Yokohama Station.
The Minatomirai Line One-Day Pass is valid for 1 day between Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, and Wednesday, Apr. 14, 2027.
Around 40 groups gather in Yanagibashi, Tokyo. “East Tokyo Market 7” to be held Oct. 16–18 | A market where new businesses take shape
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“East Tokyo Market 7” will be held for 3 days, from Oct. 16 to 18, 2026, at CPK GALLERY and in the Yanagibashi district of Tokyo. Now in its 7th year, the event will bring together around 40 makers and businesses. Exhibitions, sales and workshops will span furniture, products, art, fashion, used books, music, food, plants and fortune-telling, among other genres. Admission is free; some workshops require a fee and advance reservations. The event is organized by 東東京市実行委員会 (Takumi Morohashi, Takahiro Unno and Nippon Copack).
Facts
“East Tokyo Market 7,” now in its 7th year
11:00〜18:00
Participation fee: ¥11,000 (tax and materials/lecture fee included)
Data recovery services for areas covered by the Disaster Relief Act in connection with damage caused by Typhoon No. 18 of Reiwa 8
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株式会社バッファロー and アドバンスデザイン株式会社 announced that they will provide free data recovery services to individual customers residing in areas covered by the Disaster Relief Act in connection with damage caused by Typhoon No. 18 of Reiwa 8. Diagnosis and estimates will also be free, and the service covers products from Buffalo as well as other companies (excluding smartphones and tablets). Applicants must state the disaster name, “Typhoon No. 18 of Reiwa 8,” when applying. The application deadline is the end of March 2027.
Facts
We will provide data recovery services free of charge.
October 5, 2026: Application of the Disaster Relief Act for damage caused by Typhoon No. 18 of Reiwa 8
October 5, 2026: Application of the Disaster Relief Act for damage caused by Typhoon No. 18 of Reiwa 8; through the end of March 2027
Full-length screenings of 3 musical numbers from the LIVE footage of “Musical Touken Ranbu” on the large video screen “ユニカビジョン” in front of Seibu-Shinjuku Station
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株式会社ユニカ announced that it will screen 3 musical numbers in full from the LIVE footage of “ミュージカル『刀剣乱舞』” on the large LED screen “ユニカビジョン” in front of Seibu-Shinjuku Station. To mark the release of the Blu-ray and DVD “ミュージカル『刀剣乱舞』江 おん すていじ かうんとだうんぱーてぃー,” screenings will run from Monday, October 5, through Sunday, October 11, 2026, for about 10 minutes every 2 hours, starting at the 00-minute mark of 9, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19 and 21 o'clock.
Facts
A massive LED screen spanning 3 panels, each measuring 100 m²
W 13,120 mm x H 7,360 mm, 96,5 m² (×3 panels)
Ribbon-shaped screen dimensions: W 52,800 mm × H 960 mm; 50.6 m²
7:00 to 25:00 (18 hours)
Enjoy 3 full-length LIVE videos from “ミュージカル『刀剣乱舞』.”
Screenings run for about 10 minutes, starting at the 00-minute mark of 9, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19 and 21 o'clock.
Screenings run for about 10 minutes, starting at the 00-minute mark.
Study finds multiple skin conditions among people with sensitive skin: analysis of stratum corneum inflammation, amino acid levels and skin tone characteristics confirms the existence of several sensitive-skin types
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第一三共ヘルスケア analyzed stratum corneum inflammation, moisture levels, barrier function, skin tone characteristics and free amino acid levels in people who identify as having sensitive skin. The study found that sensitive skin shares common characteristics (a high IL-1RA/IL-1α ratio and high plasmin activity, alongside low total free amino acid levels), while also confirming multiple skin types, including types with elevated inflammation markers despite intact barrier function and types characterized by yellowish skin tone. The findings were presented at IFSCC Congress 2026 in Perth, September 28–October 2.
Facts
The study included 33 women aged 20–50 who identified as having sensitive skin and 79 women who did not.
33 women aged 20–50 who identified as having sensitive skin
Cluster A), a type with relatively well-maintained stratum corneum moisture but reduced barrier function (Cluster B), and a type with reduced stratum corneum moisture and barrier function (Cluster C), for a total of 3 groups
Classified into 3 types (Clusters D, E and F)
The findings were presented at the IFSCC Congress 2026 in Perth, held from September 28 to October 2 this year.
パナソニック ホールディングス develops “予兆ソリューション,” an AI technology that detects signs of changes in health
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パナソニック ホールディングス has developed “予兆ソリューション,” which uses sensor data and AI to detect early signs of changes in the health of older adults at care facilities. A demonstration trial will begin in October 2026 in cooperation with 社会福祉法人ユーアイ二十一.
Facts
In a performance evaluation involving approximately 2,000 people,
The recall rate—the proportion of health changes detected by the health-change analysis AI—was 89.4%
The false alarm rate for assessments of “change detected” was 10.5%
Starting in October 2026, we will work with 社会福祉法人ユーアイ二十一 to begin a demonstration trial verifying the solution’s usefulness and operational feasibility in actual care settings.
パナソニック ホールディングス develops “予兆ソリューション,” an AI technology that detects signs of changes in health (October 5, 2026)
カイロソフト to exhibit at Pixel Art Park 9, a pixel art festival
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株式会社カイロソフト announced that it will exhibit at Pixel Art Park 9, a pixel art festival taking place at Pacifico Yokohama on Sunday, October 11, 2026. Activities will include merchandise sales at the Kairo-kun antenna shop, a collaboration with Odencat and asaha, an appearance by the Kairo-kun mascot, and an autograph session with Kairo-sensei. Booth number: A-1.
Facts
Date: Sunday, October 11, 2026, 11:00–18:00
カイロソフト booth number: A-1
A hidden long-established manufacturer in Nishi-Shinjuku, founded in 1996
Supports up to 14 languages
Kairo-sensei, with 30 years of pixel-art experience
【Qu'il fait bon】To celebrate 35 years with a heartfelt “thank you”: 3 limited-edition tarts, including a collaboration tart with edenworks, and 7 limited-edition merchandise items featuring an anniversary illustration by illustrator Izumi Shiokawa
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キルフェボン株式会社, which operates the tart specialty shop “キル フェ ボン,” will hold the “キル フェ ボン 35周年フェア” at all 12 locations from October 16 (Friday) to November 15 (Sunday), marking its 35th anniversary on October 31, 2026. The lineup includes 3 limited-edition tarts, including “A Garden Eternal,” a collaboration tart with edenworks, as well as 7 limited-edition merchandise items featuring an anniversary illustration by Izumi Shiokawa. Collaborative products with 倉敷帆布, Brigitte Tanaka and FOOD FOR THOUGHT will also be sold.
Facts
Marking its 35th anniversary on Saturday, October 31, 2026
Founded: October 31, 1991 (35th anniversary on October 31, 2026)
The “キル フェ ボン 35周年フェア” will be held at all 12 locations from Friday, October 16, to Sunday, November 15.
Original全12店舗にて「キル フェ ボン 35周年フェア」を開催
3 limited-edition tarts will be sold at all locations
7 limited-edition items for the 35th anniversary
Whole (25 cm) ¥17,300
Piece ¥1,730
whole (25cm) ¥13,100
Piece ¥1,310
piece ¥2,220
whole (25cm) ¥26,640
Dacquoise ¥2,991
¥8,778 each
￥5,995
￥13,200
Quantity for sale: 1,300 pieces
Oyster Silver: 800 items
Bengara Red and Twilight Blue: 200 items each
Quantity for sale: 300 items
Quantity for sale: 200 items
“倉敷帆布,” founded in 1888
Companies mentioned：キルフェボン株式会社、edenworks、倉敷帆布、Brigitte Tanaka、FOOD FOR THOUGHT、キル フェ ボン グランメゾン銀座
New water server “然(ZEN)サーバー” goes on sale starting October 1, offering a simple, comfortable addition to everyday life!
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株式会社トーエル will begin advance sales of its new water server, “然(ZEN)サーバー,” designed for simplicity and comfort, and the desktop “然(ZEN)サーバーミニ” on October 1, 2026, for new ピュアハワイアンウォーター applications. Features include a rounded design, a choice of 2 colors, SHIRO and KURO, a 3-action safety lock mechanism, and an energy-efficient design that uses approximately 40% less energy compared with the company’s existing models.
Facts
Now available (advance applications for new ピュアハワイアンウォーター customers open October 1, 2026)
Achieves an approximately 40% reduction in power consumption compared with previous products (company comparison)
Opening October 8! 60th All Japan Surfing Championships
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公益社団法人日本サーフィン連盟（NSA） will hold the 60th All Japan Surfing Championships at Kitaizumi Beach in 南相馬市, Fukushima Prefecture, from October 8 (Thursday) to 15 (Thursday), 2026. Representatives who won through qualifying competitions in 70 regional associations across Japan will compete for the national title.
Facts
60th All Japan Surfing Championships
October 8 (Thursday) to 15 (Thursday), 2026
[Rain dates: October 16 (Friday)]
Representatives selected through regional association qualifying competitions and other events in 70 regions nationwide
Zoho Japan’s ManageEngine launches AssetExplorer Cloud, an IT and non-IT asset management tool for businesses and organizations
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Zoho Japan has launched AssetExplorer Cloud, an IT and non-IT asset management tool, as a new solution in ManageEngine, a suite of IT operations management software developed by its parent company, Zoho Corporation Pvt. Ltd. This SaaS ITAM tool automatically discovers IT assets without agents and provides asset inventory, lifecycle management and CMDB capabilities on a single platform. By separating the asset management functions from ServiceDesk Plus Cloud, the company has made the tool available at an accessible price. It was released on September 16, 2026.
Facts
■Release date: September 16, 2026
The company has sold more than 10,000 licenses to private-sector companies, government agencies and local authorities in Japan
“Zoho” is used by more than 150 million users worldwide
Products and services support up to 37 languages
“Zoho One” offers access to more than 50 business applications
Total audience tops 1.6 million and performances exceed 1,600: Additional performances announced for the hit stage production Harry Potter and the Cursed Child; Masachika Ichimura returns for November only!
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The Tokyo production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child has surpassed a total audience of 1.6 million and 1,600 performances, and additional performances have been announced for December 6, 11 and 20, 2026. Yusuke Onuki, Tatsuya Fujiwara and Goro Inagaki play Harry Potter, while Masachika Ichimura, who left the production in July, returns for 4 performances in November only, playing Amos, Dumbledore and Snape.
Facts
Total audience exceeds 1.6 million
Reaches a total of 1,600 performances
The final performance will take place on Sunday, December 27, 2026
[Running time] 3 hours 40 minutes
Original4年半のロングラン公演に幕を下ろします
The Tokyo production opened in 2022
Returns for 4 November performances only, playing Amos, Dumbledore and Snape
19 years after the final novel
Companies mentioned：株式会社ホリプロ、TBS、ATG Entertainment、東海東京フィナンシャル・グループ、TOHO、John Gore Organization
Funai Soken Agata FAS supports the transfer of shares in 株式会社本物研究所 from ヴォイスグループ (M&A).
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株式会社船井総研あがたFAS supported the transfer of shares in 5 group companies in a single transaction from ヴォイスグループ, which operates in the well-being and personal development fields, to 株式会社本物研究所. Because the industry has strong distinguishing characteristics and its business value can be difficult to convey, the companies were successfully transferred to the existing business partner, Honmono Research Institute. Closing is scheduled for June 2026.
Facts
Originalグループ5社合計で年商5〜6億円程度・スタッフ20〜30名
Transfer of shares in all 5 group companies as a single transaction
Successful transfer to existing business partner Honmono Research Institute (closing in June 2026)
Thank you for attending 老舗フェスティバル2026 by agataJapan. Special items available at the event can now be ordered from the 老舗通販.net online store!
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Originalスターマーク株式会社（老舗フェスティバル実行委員会）は、2026年10月3日に東京・日本橋で開催された『老舗フェスティバル2026 by agataJapan』の盛況終了を報告。会場限定品を自社EC「老舗通販.net」でお取り寄せ販売開始し、当日の模様はYouTube「日本の老舗」でアーカイブ配信中。10月20日の「老舗の日」に向けたSNSキャンペーンも予定。
Facts
Held on Saturday, October 3, 2026, in Nihonbashi, Tokyo (around Fukutoku Garden and Naka-dori, and at Nomura Conference Plaza Nihonbashi, among other locations)
Date and time: Saturday, October 3, 2026, 10:00–18:00
Even after the SHINISE Festival wraps up on Saturday, October 3, “SHINISE WEEK 2026” will continue to run to Saturday, October 31, amid a favorable response.
A nationwide social media campaign is planned ahead of “Shinise Day” on Tuesday, October 20.
Japan is said to have more companies founded over 100 years ago than any other country in the world.
Connecting all 47 prefectures across Japan with 195 countries around the world.
Sales have begun for accommodation plans offered by ホテル天平ならまち on the travel media platform 旅色.
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株式会社旅色トラベル, which operates the travel media platform 旅色 (Tabiiro), has begun selling accommodation plans offered by ホテル天平ならまち in Nara City, Nara Prefecture. ホテル天平ならまち has 44 guest rooms and is characterized by spaces incorporating calligraphy throughout the hotel and guest rooms, as well as the use of Yoshino timber and traditional Nara crafts, including Udakami paper and Akahada ware. Plans on offer include one with a Yamato beef sukiyaki course at 㐂つね, a renowned restaurant in Naramachi about a 2-minute walk away; one with a sushi-making experience in the guest room; and one with a breakfast of persimmon leaf sushi and Yamato vegetables served in a wappa box.
Facts
As of October 5, 2026, sukiyaki and other dishes at 㐂つね in Naramachi, about a 2-minute walk from our hotel.
㐂つね in Naramachi, about a 2-minute walk from our hotel.
The property has 44 guest rooms, with varying layouts and bed sizes.
Original利用時間は15:00～25:00、翌朝5:00～10:00となっています
A shampoo bar is available, stocked with 5–6 types of shampoo at all times.
It is a group company of 株式会社ブランジスタ, listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard Market under code 6176.
[Recboo] Signs business partnership agreement with 株式会社プロタゴニスト, strengthening support for recruiting specialized talent in AI, Web3 and DeepTech.
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株式会社ノックラーン, which operates Recboo, a mid-career recruitment support service, has signed a business partnership agreement with 株式会社プロタゴニスト, which runs a recruitment business specializing in talent in AI, Web3 and DeepTech. By combining プロタゴニスト's network of specialized talent with Recboo's ability to execute recruitment strategies, the companies aim to help solve hiring challenges at advanced technology startups.
Facts
More than 70 partner venture capital firms. Specializing in startup support.
70% of companies receiving recruitment support have achieved an IPO, M&A, profitability or an up round.
After supporting 50 startups that had raised funding, 70% achieved an up round, IPO, M&A or profitability.
REVISIO launches “REVISIO One for Agency,” a plan for advertising agencies that provides TV viewing attention data.
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REVISIO株式会社 has launched “REVISIO One for Agency,” a plan for advertising agencies based on “attention data” on TV viewing collected using human-recognition sensors. The offering includes 3 plans—“Media Plan,” “Creative Plan” and “Set Plan”—and provides advertising agencies with analysis of C-scores for all commercials, advertising placements and performance by broadcaster.
Facts
Pricing starts at 100,000 yen, excluding tax.
Used by more than 200 clients in Japan to date.
2,000 households in the Kanto region
600 households in the Kansai region
Changed its name from TVISION INSIGHTS株式会社 in October 2022.
The third installment! New items perfect for autumn outings with the TV anime Detective Conan, which marks its 30th broadcast anniversary, go on sale sequentially starting Tuesday, October 6!
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株式会社千趣会 (ベルメゾン) has announced that 7 new items for autumn outings commemorating the 30th broadcast anniversary of the TV anime Detective Conan will go on sale sequentially on Belle Maison Net starting Tuesday, October 6, 2026. The lineup includes a scarf, mini wallet, 2-compartment flat pouch, insulated bag, face-washing wristbands, smart key case and outdoor hat.
Facts
A total of 7 items will be available.
The series began airing in January 1996 and will mark the major milestone of its 30th broadcast anniversary in 2026.
Worldwide cumulative circulation of the comics has surpassed 270 million copies.
Price: 5,990 yen (tax included)
Price: 15,900 yen (tax included)
Price: 3,190 yen (tax included)
Price: 3,290 yen (tax included)
Price: 1,790 yen (tax included)
Since its founding in 1955.
Airing to popular acclaim every Saturday at 6 p.m.
“At home for the final days” is the top choice at 43.8%. Should you care for a parent at home or entrust them to a hospital or facility? A book for families grappling with a parent’s old age, “A Book to Read If You Want to See Your Parent Off in the Home They Know,” goes on sale October 5.
Released version 7.11 of the definitive e-learning system, KnowledgeDeliver.
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株式会社デジタル・ナレッジ has released the latest version, 7.11, of its learning management system (LMS) KnowledgeDeliver, drawing on its expertise as a specialist e-learning solutions company. Key new features include built-in SSO (SAML) API support, a “Training DX” OJT option for workplace training, and integration with Knowledge ID MAP, an AI agent for education. The platform has more than 3,000 implementations and is one of Japan’s leading integrated e-learning platforms.
Facts
An e-learning solutions specialist with more than 3,000 implementations.
An e-learning solutions vendor founded in 1995.
We have released the latest version, 7.11.
Tokyo Stock Exchange TOKYO PRO Market (securities code: 507A)
Phone: 03-5846-2131 (main line)
050-3628-9240 (implementation inquiries)
Companies mentioned：株式会社デジタル・ナレッジ、KnowledgeDeliver、Knowledge ID MAP
The 2nd location in Kobe! ゴーゴーカレーイオンモール神戸南店 opens on Monday, October 5. The joint promotion “はしごーゴーカレー” with 阪急三宮駅前店 will also be held!
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株式会社ゴーゴーカレーグループ will open “ゴーゴーカレーイオンモール神戸南店” in the 3F food court of イオンモール神戸南 in Nakanoshima, Hyogo Ward, Kobe, on Monday, October 5, 2026, and run a receipt-linked campaign, “はしごーゴーカレー,” with 神戸阪急三宮駅前店 from October 5 to October 31.
Facts
On Monday, October 5, 2026, we will open “ゴーゴーカレーイオンモール神戸南店,” our 2nd location in Kobe, following 阪急三宮駅前店.
Original阪急三宮駅前店に続く神戸市内2店舗目となる「ゴーゴーカレーイオンモール神戸南店」
We will open a new location in the 3F food court of イオンモール神戸南.
Start date: Monday, October 5, 2026. End date: Saturday, October 31, 2026.
Original2026年10月5日（月）〜10月12日（月）の8日間
Five topping service coupons will be distributed at イオンモール神戸南店.
Operates approximately 150 locations in Japan and overseas.
Founded in 2003, it opened its 1st store in Shinjuku, Tokyo, in 04.
Business hours: Weekdays 10:00–20:00 (L.O. 19:30) / weekends and holidays 10:00–21:00 (L.O. 20:30)
A moment just for the two of them, amid Hokkaido’s historic streetscapes. 写真工房ぱれっと札幌中央店 unveils new visuals for “開拓の村” location weddings.
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写真工房ぱれっと札幌中央店, operated by 有限会社三景スタジオ, has unveiled “DERA,MOMoment,” new visuals for location weddings set at 北海道開拓の村. The wedding photography concept combines historic buildings and autumn scenery with traditional Japanese attire.
さがみ信用金庫 × 湘南ベルマーレフットサルクラブ: Announcement of a signing ceremony for a comprehensive partnership agreement to address regional challenges
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さがみ信用金庫 and 株式会社湘南ベルマーレフットサルクラブ will sign a comprehensive partnership agreement at Odawara Arena on Saturday, October 10, to address challenges in western Kanagawa Prefecture. The partnership includes support for startups, development of local zebra companies, resource circulation, and promotion of impact investment. The event will be held as さがみ信用金庫 Special Day.
Facts
Date and time: Saturday, October 10, 2026, 11:10–11:30 (registration opens at 10:45)
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 11:10–11:30 (registration opens at 10:45)
三井不動産株式会社 announced that its group companies, 三井不動産ビルマネジメント株式会社 (MFBM) and 株式会社NBFオフィスマネジメント (NBFOM), will be integrated through an absorption-type merger effective January 1, 2027, with MFBM as the surviving company and NBFOM as the dissolved company. The merger aims to consolidate personnel, expertise, and organizational foundations in office asset property management and improve operational quality and productivity. 三井不動産 will continue to provide office management services for properties owned by 日本ビルファンド投資法人 (NBF) after the merger, subcontracting some services to MFBM.
Facts
An absorption-type merger effective January 1, 2027, with MFBM as the surviving company and NBFOM as the dissolved company.
[ルイ·ヴィトン] Stylish and practical accessory: Introducing the new “ストラップ·LV エアログラム”
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ルイ·ヴィトン ジャパン株式会社 has announced “ストラップ·LV エアログラム,” a new accessory designed to coordinate with its leather goods collection. The leather card case can hold a key ring and writing instruments and can be worn around the neck or attached to a bag or key ring. Price: 67,100 yen (tax included).
株式会社ファーストリテイリング・プロパティ, operator of Marronnier Gate Ginza 2, will hold a 3rd anniversary campaign from October 5 to October 25, 2026, to mark the 3rd anniversary of the opening of the オーケー Ginza store inside the complex. Events include “オーケーのひみつラリー,” a digital stamp rally around the complex, and collaborative events with sponsoring manufacturers.
Facts
Scan the two-dimensional codes at the “オーケーのひみつ” spots set up at 11 locations in the complex with a smartphone to collect stamps.
[Collect 3 stamps] First 200 people each day
[Collect 6 stamps] 100 winners selected by lottery each day
“オーケー gift certificates worth 2,000 yen”
Sales floor area: Approximately 4,600 tsubo
Number of tenants: 11
Parking capacity: 37 vehicles
“DAISO Alcohol 20% Disinfecting Wet Wipes”
Marking the 3rd anniversary of the opening of the オーケー Ginza store
[Survey of prospective and actual used-condominium buyers] More than half of buyers chose “renovated or remodeled” properties; in addition to “property price,” “transportation convenience” and “asset value” were deciding factors (News Release)
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Cosmos Initia, part of the Daiwa House Group, surveyed 1,000 men and women aged 20–60 living in the Tokyo metropolitan area about the values and purchasing behavior of prospective and actual used-condominium buyers. Among buyers, 53.2% chose a “renovated or remodeled property.” The most important factors were “property price (18.2%),” “transportation convenience (13.0%),” and “asset value (10.5%),” among others. As household income rose, priorities shifted from “price” to “asset value and management condition”; among households earning 2,000万円 or more, “acting proactively and early” was the most common response, even amid soaring market prices. Differences by generation included points to review in home loans and use of joint mortgages (30.2% among people in their 20s). Preferences for interest rate types also differed: prospective buyers tended to favor fixed rates, while actual buyers were more inclined to refinance into low-interest variable rates. The most common response on regrets after purchase was “no particular regrets (33.0%),” but “management condition and condition of common areas” rose from 8th in importance before purchase to 4th in post-purchase regrets.
Facts
The survey covered 1,000 people in total: 500 who had considered buying a used condominium within the past 2 years and 500 who had bought one within the past 2 years.
“Property price (18.2%)” ranked highest.
Followed by “transportation convenience (※2) (13.0%).”
“Asset value (※3) (10.5%).”
“Convenience of daily living (※4) (10.4%).”
The share citing “management condition and condition of common areas” was 15.4%, higher than among households earning less than 3,000万円.
“I have become more cautious and conservative in my decisions than before” was 40.6%.
“I have become more proactive and inclined to act sooner than before (I felt it was better to act now than wait)” was 28.5%.
“No particular change” was 30.8%.
“The property’s management and repair condition (36.9%).”
“Decline in asset value (31.8%).”
“Rising housing prices (31.4%)”
“Rising interest rates (31.0%)”
“Monthly repayment burden (30.5%)”
“Nothing in particular (26.8%)” was the most common response
“Expanded the scope of information gathering (23.5%)”
“Reviewed the budget (maximum purchase price) (21.2%)”
Following “real estate portal sites (50.9%)”
53.8%, more than half, responded that they “plan to use it / have used it”
20.8% responded that they “plan to use / have used a joint mortgage”
The figure was particularly high among people in their 20s (n=53), at 30.2%
“21–35 years” was the most common response, at 50.4%
“Ultra-long-term loans (36–50 years)” were also reported by 16.9%
Among people considering purchasing a pre-owned condominium, “switching from a variable to a fixed interest rate (42.9%)” was the most common response
Among pre-owned condominium buyers, “refinanced from a variable rate to a lower variable rate while keeping a variable rate (41.1%)” was the most common response
Up to the time of purchase (30.5% / 3rd place)
Among those considering a purchase, “because the price is relatively low (40.1%)” was the most common response
Among buyers, “because they could move in immediately (32.3%)” was the most common response
“Nothing in particular to regret (33.0%)” was the most common response
Followed by “size and layout (14.4%)”
“Management condition and condition of common areas (11.6%)” also ranked among the top responses
DAYONE and Wiz jointly develop “atama.base,” aiming to create a new growth platform for business partnerships — A platform that consistently supports synergies, a source of investment returns, from discovery through implementation and outcome verification
Pilot of an “AI trainer for nursing care” using AI and television conducted at a nursing care facility
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Sharp will conduct a pilot of its “AI trainer for nursing care,” which uses AI and a large-screen television to support functional training in nursing care settings, at 特別養護老人ホーム「フロース東糀谷」, a special nursing home operated by 社会福祉法人善光会, from October 5 to November 1. With the cooperation of Zenkou Research Institute, the pilot will assess its effectiveness in reducing staff workload, how easy it is for users to participate, and its operational usefulness.
Facts
The program will run from today, Monday, October 5, through Sunday, November 1.
We developed the “AI trainer for nursing care” in March this year.
Development announcement (March 19, 2026): Developed an “AI trainer for nursing care” using AI and television
For more than 110 years, Sharp has developed many innovative products and technologies that were firsts in the world or industry, primarily in the electronics sector.
[マルバ水戸FC] Took the lead but conceded a comeback, narrowly losing 1-2. Kept pressing for a goal until the end away in Sendai
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マルバ水戸FC, a F League club operated by 株式会社malva, faced ヴォスクオーレ仙台 away on October 4, 2026. Captain Yusuke Matsumoto scored in the 5th minute of the first half to give his team the lead, but they conceded an equalizer 42 seconds into the second half and fell behind in the 12th minute, narrowly losing 1-2. Their next match is against ポルセイド浜田 at home on October 10.
Facts
Captain #11 Yusuke Matsumoto scored in the 5th minute of the first half
Equalized 42 seconds into the second half
In the 12th minute of the second half, conceded the go-ahead goal to ヴォスクオーレ仙台
三井倉庫グループ launches “DX hands-on training” for new employees
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三井倉庫ホールディングス announced that it will launch “DX hands-on training” for new employees across the group starting in fiscal 2026. Led by its AI Promotion Office, the program will provide hands-on training for new employees, including those in non-IT departments, focusing on 3 key technologies: generative AI and AI agents, RPA, and BI tools. The aim is to develop “logistics × IT hybrid talent.”
Facts
We are pleased to announce that “DX hands-on training” for new employees across the group was launched starting in fiscal 2026.
This training is led by the AI Promotion Office, a specialized organization established in 2025
Press release dated October 1, 2025: 三井倉庫ホールディングス establishes new organization, “AI Promotion Office”
Participants will learn “3 key technologies” directly applicable to improving operations.
[NHKカルチャー] “Could your fatigue be unrelated to age?” Physical therapist Shin Ohashi will lead a class on “how to use your body to feel less tired” at NHKカルチャー’s Chiba and Kashiwa classrooms.
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NHKカルチャー will hold a special class on “how to use your body to feel less tired,” led by Shin Ohashi, a physical therapist and internationally certified Alexander Technique teacher. Participants will learn through practical experience how to let go of unconscious tension and improve posture, breathing and overall balance.
Facts
Event date and time: Sunday, October 11, 2026, 14:15–15:45
Event date and time: Sunday, November 8, 2026, 10:30–12:00
Course fee: Members: 4,356 yen (tax included); General public (membership not required): 5,038 yen (tax included)
パーソル高度バイオDX産業人材育成協働研究所 presents research findings at the annual conference of the Japan Society of Human Resource Management
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パーソル高度バイオDX産業人材育成協働研究所, established jointly by パーソルテンプスタッフ株式会社 and the Graduate School of Engineering at 大阪大学, presented research findings on the structure of roles expected of bioscience researchers at the 56th annual conference of the Japan Society of Human Resource Management, held on August 29, 2026. Based on interviews with 10 people, the roles were organized into 4 perspectives: “conducting research,” “maintaining and expanding research activities,” “research organization management,” and “developing human resources.”
Facts
At the 56th annual conference of the Japan Society of Human Resource Management, held on August 29, 2026
Conducted semi-structured interviews with 10 bioscience researchers
Organized the roles into 4 perspectives: not only “conducting research,” but also “maintaining and expanding research activities,” “research organization management,” and “developing human resources”
【あさぎり牛乳】First-ever soft-serve ice cream demonstration sales in Aichi Prefecture! Plus, the new 〈あさぎり牛乳ソフトクリームコロネ〉 makes its debut in limited quantities!
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朝霧乳業株式会社, which operates あさぎり牛乳, announced that it will open a limited-time shop at ジェイアール名古屋タカシマヤ for the “Enchanted Bread Festa,” held from October 14 to 19, 2026. The shop will offer Aichi Prefecture’s first soft-serve ice cream demonstration sales and sell the new “あさぎり牛乳ソフトクリームコロネ” in limited quantities.
Facts
■Price: 770 yen (tax included)
Price: 660 yen (tax included)
◼️Price: 755 yen (tax included)
◼️Price: 775 yen (tax included)
For 6 days, from October 14, 2026 (Wed.) to October 19 (Mon.)
【Yahoo!フリマ・Yahoo!オークション】Enhancing the experience of “selling” and “buying” trading cards
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OriginalLINEヤフーは「Yahoo!フリマ」「Yahoo!オークション」において、対象トレーディングカード（ポケモンカードゲーム、ONE PIECEカードゲーム、遊戯王、Magic: The Gathering、ドラゴンボールスーパーカードゲーム フュージョンワールド）の販売手数料・落札システム利用料を0円にするキャンペーンを2026年10月5日から開始した。また10月中旬にはトレカ関連情報をまとめて確認できる「トレカタブ」を新設。トレカカテゴリの取扱高は前年比で約200%に伸長しており、取引上限金額は1,000万円未満まで拡大済み。
Facts
Transaction volume in the trading card category has grown to approximately 200% year on year (Note 1)
Transaction limit raised to less than 10 million yen
Original対象となるトレカの販売手数料・落札システム利用料が0円になるキャンペーン
First phase: Monday, October 5, 2026, 11:00 to Monday, November 2, 2026, 11:59
Second phase: Monday, November 2, 2026, 12:00 to Friday, November 20, 2026, 11:59
Eligible sale prices for the “Omakase Delivery” service range from 300 yen to 500,000 yen
Dentsu Digital launches “Threads Account Management Services” to help companies use Threads, in collaboration with Meta
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Dentsu Digital has launched “Threads Account Management Services” to help companies use Threads, in collaboration with Meta’s Japanese subsidiary. Threads has recorded a 130% year-on-year increase in total time spent by active users in Japan. The service provides support through 3 key features: strategy development, content planning and management, and enhanced account management in collaboration with Meta.
Facts
The platform is growing rapidly, with total time spent by active users in Japan recording a 130% year-on-year increase※
Based on data provided by Meta. (As of October 2026)
Marking the 5th anniversary of Amami Oshima’s World Natural Heritage inscription, “Itochu Corporation and FamilyMart Off-site Environmental Education Program: Mangrove Planting on Edake Island” was held
We jointly held an off-site environmental education program for children in Uken Village on Saturday, October 3, 2026.
A total of 21 students, from 4th grade of elementary school through 3rd grade of junior high school in Uken Village, took part.
Received “J Blue Credit®”※1 certification (certified amount: 0.3 t-CO2; certified area: approximately 1,073 m²).
FamilyMart marked its 45th anniversary in September 2026.
Original2026年6月に奄美大島への出店10周年を迎えました。
Since 2014, local elementary school students have continued mangrove-planting activities.
The planting activities have been underway since 2021, when Amami Oshima was registered as a natural heritage site.
In December 2025, it became the first mangrove-planting activity to receive “J Blue Credit®”※1 certification.
Based on 8 areas: “delicious,” “a little more value,” “exciting and fun,” “discovering something wonderful,” “innovative and cutting-edge,” “eco-friendly,” “a place to work,” and “loved by the community”.
♦ On-demand recording ♦ “Waste Incident Case Study Seminar vol.2” to be held
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株式会社ジャルク announced that it will hold “Waste Incident Case Study Seminar vol.2,” a seminar on the proper treatment of industrial waste, online and free of charge on November 26. The popular event attracted more than 30 participants last time. Drawing on actual waste-related violations that occurred between September 2023 and March 2024, it will explain familiar risks and relevant laws.
Facts
Date and time: Thursday, November 26, 14:00–15:15
More than 30 people have registered each time
Based on actual violation cases that occurred between September 2023 and March 2024
[New treatment] Applying expertise from advanced same-day lower-back pain treatments to the cervical spine: 表参道総合医療クリニック launches “same-day cervical spine treatment”
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表参道総合医療クリニック has begun offering “same-day cervical spine treatment,” applying expertise developed through same-day lower-back pain treatments to the cervical spine. The treatments are intended for cervical disc herniation, cervical spondylosis, cervical spondylotic radiculopathy, and cervical disc degeneration. It offers 5 options—PDR, PLDD, SAST, Discflow, and PECF—according to each patient’s condition. All are self-funded, same-day, minimally invasive treatments.
“A little something extra for me.” Scarf brand “dimba,” adding color and pattern to everyday life for adults, opens
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有限会社Bit Beans opened “dimba（ディンバ）,” a new brand specializing in selected Indian-made scarves, on October 3, 2026. Its brand concept is “A little something extra for me.” Targeting mainly women in their 40s–60s, it offers a range of scarves in different colors, patterns, materials, and techniques, including wool and wool-and-silk. Asako (出村亜佐子), a select-shop owner and Musashino Art University graduate, draws on her sensibility to choose the items.
Facts
It opened on Saturday, October 3, 2026.
“dimba” is primarily aimed at women in their 40s–60s.
Established July 2003
TEL: 03-5577-2871 (hours: weekdays 10:00–18:00)
Hours: weekdays 10:00–18:00
Kawamoto Building 5F, 1-36-7 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0022
“Yurufuwa,” planned and run by people affected by breast cancer, Mitsui Memorial Hospital, and FANCL to hold “Choose and Try: Yurufuwa Appearance Care Experience Event” on October 31
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一般社団法人ゆるふわコネクト (Yurufuwa) announced that it will partner with 社会福祉法人三井記念病院 and 株式会社ファンケル to hold the “Choose and Try: Yurufuwa Appearance Care Experience Event” for people affected by breast cancer at Mitsui Memorial Hospital on October 31, 2026. The event will offer hands-on programs led by experts in makeup, nails, wigs, exercise, breast reconstruction, and other areas, as well as a talk and live makeup demonstration by beauty journalist Takako Yamazaki. Capacity is 40 people; participation is free, advance registration is required, and attendance is limited to women with breast cancer.
Facts
Saturday, October 31, 2026, 14:00–17:00 ※Doors open at 13:45
[First in the industry※1] “Ticket Restaurant” now supports Apple Pay and Google Pay! “Mobile tap payments,” completing meal benefits with just a smartphone, to launch on October 5
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株式会社エデンレッドジャパン will launch “Mobile tap payments” for its meal benefit service “Ticket Restaurant” on October 5, 2026, making it the first in the industry to support Apple Pay and Google Pay. Using Mastercard’s contactless payment network, the service will be accepted at more than 470,000 locations nationwide. It can be activated in as few as 4 business days from ordering, and eliminates administrative work such as issuing, delivering, and collecting physical cards.
Facts
“Mobile tap payments” will launch on October 5, 2026.
It will be accepted at more than 470,000 locations nationwide※.
The number of locations where it can be used will expand from 250,000 stores nationwide to more than 470,000 locations.
With physical cards, it previously took companies about 2 weeks from ordering to activation.
With mobile tap payments, the service can be used as soon as the 4th business day after ordering.
Adopted by more than 4,000 companies
More than 300,000 users
The number of companies newly adopting the service in 2025 rose sharply to about 12.6 times the 2021 figure.
エデンレッド is a leading payment platform operating in 44 countries worldwide.
Approximately 1 million companies have adopted the service.
60 million users
2 million participating stores
Connecting 12,000 employees
Consolidated total sales for fiscal 2025: 3 billion euros
Original30億ユーロ（約5,575億円※）と過去最高を更新しました。
Based on the exchange rate as of December 30, 2025, of 1 euro = 185.83 yen
Yohji Yamamoto POUR HOMME × WESCO: WESCO’s first-ever collaboration boots made with white leather, launching Oct. 9 (Friday)
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Yohji Yamamoto POUR HOMME will launch boots created in collaboration with American work boot brand WESCO, based in Oregon and founded in 1918, on Oct. 9 (Friday). The lineup includes 2 “JOBMASTER” models featuring WESCO’s first-ever white leather (White and Slate, ¥614,900 each, including tax) and “THE BOSS” in a two-tone color scheme (¥522,500, including tax), for a total of 3 styles. They will be available at directly operated stores nationwide and the official online store, THE SHOP YOHJI YAMAMOTO.
Facts
Since its founding in 1918, it has continued making boots with skilled craftspeople.
JOBMASTER / WHITE ¥614,900 (including tax)
JOBMASTER / SLATE ¥614,900 (including tax)
THE BOSS ¥522,500 (including tax)
Made with a 10-inch shaft height and D width.
Companies mentioned：Yohji Yamamoto POUR HOMME、WESCO、株式会社ヨウジヤマモト、THE SHOP YOHJI YAMAMOTO
AI-powered web analytics tool “Winsight” launches; monthly subscription half-price campaign runs through the end of October
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株式会社旭広告社 has launched “Winsight,” an AI-powered web analytics tool. AI translates and analyzes complex data from GA4 and Search Console and provides recommendations for improvements. The initial fee is ¥50,000, and the monthly fee is ¥20,000 (¥10,000 during the campaign through the end of October).
Facts
株式会社旭広告社 has launched the AI-powered web analytics tool “Winsight.”
Winsight automatically translates complex data from Google Analytics 4 (GA4) and Search Console, and its AI offers specific recommendations for improvements.
Winsight’s initial fee is ¥50,000 (before tax).
Winsight’s regular monthly fee is ¥20,000 (before tax), reduced to ¥10,000 (before tax) in a campaign running through the end of October.
Winsight can retain data for up to 36 months (3 years), compared with a maximum of 14 months for GA4.
Selector announces “Selector Foundry,” an AI agent for network operations
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Selector, which provides an AIOps platform, announced “Selector Foundry” on Oct. 5, 2026, a development and execution environment for AI agents aimed at network operations (NetOps) teams. Users can build, test, version-control and govern custom AI agents within the Selector platform. The agents run directly in an environment where telemetry data has already been consolidated, eliminating the risk of duplicating data to external services. The platform automates recovery workflows based on correlated data to reduce MTTR. Agents are managed as code in Git repositories and reviewed through PRs, and can also be validated in advance using historical event data. It includes 6 standard agents that are ready to use immediately after deployment.
Facts
Santa Clara, California, United States — Oct. 5, 2026 —
Selector Foundry includes 6 standard agents, enabling operations to begin immediately after deployment.
Directly connecting people looking for investment and commercial real estate with properties: members-only service “UNDER” set to launch in October
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UNDER株式会社 announced that it will launch “UNDER,” a fully members-only matching service for investment and commercial real estate, in October 2026. Unlike conventional portals that make property listings public, the service combines a system for delivering properties that match members’ purchase criteria with a system that lets real estate companies approach members directly and make individual proposals. It was designed with the benefit of 24 years of brokerage experience, including work at 東急リバブル, by representative Kazuhiro Namba. Early member registration is free.
Facts
Scheduled to launch in October 2026
For 24 years, I have handled numerous transactions on the front lines of real estate, including at 東急リバブル.
There are 3 main reasons for this
2 ways to receive information from UNDER
Brokerage companies can choose from 3 types of information delivery methods depending on the case
株式会社どかん, which provides PR and marketing support, announced that it will launch its “PR Engineering” service on Oct. 5, 2026. Using Anthropic社’s AI agents “Claude Code” and “Claude Cowork,” the service systematizes PR activities for small and medium-sized businesses and startups. The company also released estimates suggesting that using AI could cut working time by an average of 32% across PR tasks divided into 14 areas and 118 tasks.
Facts
On Oct. 5, 2026, for small and medium-sized businesses and startups handling PR and marketing with small teams
Our company divided PR department work into 14 areas and 118 tasks
32% on average overall
Effect measurement and monitoring (60%)
Social media (40%)
Press conferences and events (22%)
Media relations (23%)
Corporate communications and IR (24%)
68.9% of Japanese companies have a policy of using generative AI
Up from 49.7% in the previous fiscal year
Companies that have not taken organizational action account for 27.0%
The company develops and operates around 60 in-house Skills, covering tasks such as planning, drafting releases, creating media lists and measuring results
“MOLTYN,” a superhero physics sandbox game where you wield all the forces of Earth, releases a free Japanese-language demo on Steam from 22:00 on Oct. 6 (Tuesday); also exhibiting at Steam Next Fest
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Australian indie studio Hingston Digital announced that the free Japanese-language demo of its superhero physics sandbox game “MOLTYN” will launch on Steam on Oct. 6, 2026. The game will also appear at Steam Next Fest, with Early Access scheduled to begin on Nov. 12 for US$9.99.
Facts
The free demo will be available on Steam from 22:00 Japan time on Oct. 6 (Tuesday), 2026
The demo supports 9 languages, including Japanese, and runs on Steam Deck
The game will be featured at Steam Next Fest from Oct. 19 to 26, 2026
Early Access is scheduled to begin on Nov. 12, 2026, priced at US$9.99
The demo includes 5 story missions and 2 sandbox worlds
The Early Access version includes 10 story missions and 6 sandbox worlds
Original開発はオーストラリアのAndrew Hingstonが1人で行う
The number of wish list registrations has reached approximately 2万1千.
Mirai Boost and FOXeey jointly developed the “Generative AI Practical Training Course Specializing in Contact Centers.” They have launched an AI talent reskilling service for management.
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株式会社ミライブースト and FOXeey Consulting株式会社 jointly developed the “Generative AI Practical Training Course Specializing in Contact Centers” for contact center managers and began offering it on October 1, 2026. The reskilling program consists of a preliminary assessment (2 hours) and 6 practical training sessions (2 hours every other week). Participants use their company’s actual data and AI environment to create deliverables that can be put to work by the end of the course.
Facts
We jointly developed the “Generative AI Practical Training Course Specializing in Contact Centers” and will begin offering it on October 1, 2026.
A preliminary assessment session (2 hours) will be held.
Practical training course (2 hours × 6 sessions in total)
Complete all 6 sessions within 3 months of the first session.
A Hiroshima support project by Kure-based Inocon904.
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株式会社イノコンバンク will hold a regional promotion project as part of its Kure-originated “Inocon904” project, featuring an approximately 2m-tall Godzilla statue and related merchandise at エディオン蔦屋家電 in front of Hiroshima Station from October 14 to 22, 2026.
Facts
株式会社イノコンバンク will hold a Godzilla exhibition and merchandise event at エディオン蔦屋家電 in front of Hiroshima Station as part of its “Inocon904” initiative.
The event will run from October 14, 2026 (Wednesday) to October 22 (Thursday).
The venue is the event space on the 1st floor of エディオン蔦屋家電 (3-1-1 Matsubaracho, Minami Ward, Hiroshima, Hiroshima Prefecture, EKICITY HIROSHIMA, a 1-minute walk from Hiroshima Station).
The venue will feature an exhibition combining an approximately 2m-tall Godzilla statue with the latest home appliances.
Hiroshima character Ageta-kun will appear at the event.
The project is titled “904 Kure City Hiroshima Support Project.”
“No limits to beauty.” The total beauty brand 〈MBB Beauty〉, created by megbaby, has launched.
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株式会社MEGOOD announced the launch of 〈MBB beauty〉, a total beauty brand created by beauty expert megbaby (Megumi Masakawa), and said it will release its first product, the multi-purpose hair booster “PIXIE HAIR BOOSTER,” on November 3, 2026.
Facts
株式会社MEGOOD will launch the total beauty brand 〈MBB beauty〉.
The representative director and president is Megumi Masakawa (megbaby).
The first product, “PIXIE HAIR BOOSTER,” will go on sale on November 3, 2026 (Tuesday).
PIXIE HAIR BOOSTER is priced at ¥4,180, including tax, for 150mL.
PIXIE HAIR BOOSTER is a hair booster based on the concept of “skinification.”
The company is headquartered in Minato Ward, Tokyo.
The online store is mbb-beauty.com, and Instagram is @_mbb_beauty_.
Introducing “cost management” and “AI for patent research” for manufacturers at 3 venues this fall.
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株式会社Whitebell will exhibit jointly with AIVisor株式会社, showcasing “Cosmil,” a cost management system for manufacturers, and “PatVisor,” AI for patent research, at 3 trade shows in Osaka, Fukuoka and Sapporo in fall 2026. The company will offer hands-on demonstrations of the system and patent search screens, as well as individual consultations for visitors.
Facts
株式会社Whitebell will showcase its cost management system “Cosmil” and patent research AI “PatVisor” at 3 trade show venues for manufacturers.
The trade shows will feature a joint exhibit with AIVisor株式会社.
The 29th Manufacturing World Osaka will be held at Intex Osaka, Hall 1, booth 1-2, from October 7 to 9, 2026.
Monozukuri Fair 2026 (Fukuoka) will be held at Marine Messe Fukuoka, Hall B, booth BS-12, from October 14 to 16, 2026.
Practical! Sapporo DX Trends 2026 Autumn will be held at Grand Mercure Sapporo Odori Park on November 19, 2026.
With Cosmil, when managers review and approve daily the records that on-site workers clock in on tablets, the hours and costs for each project are reflected by the following morning.
株式会社Whitebell is based in Sumida Ward, Tokyo. Its representative director is Takahiro Shirahata, and it was established in April 2026.
Toriyama Farm wins both the “Best Producer Award” and “Gold Award” at the world’s premier meat competition, the World Steak Challenge 2026!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
有限会社鳥山牧場 announced that it won the Best Producer Award and 3 gold awards in the Wagyu steak category at the World Steak Challenge 2026, an international steak competition held in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Facts
有限会社鳥山牧場 won the Best Producer Award at the World Steak Challenge 2026.
The World Steak Challenge 2026 was held in Amsterdam, Netherlands, on September 10, 2026 (local time).
The World Steak Challenge was held for the 15th time this year, with more than 400 entries from 29 countries.
More than 60 experts and judges from around the world gathered in Amsterdam to conduct the judging.
The Wagyu beef submitted by Toriyama Farm won 3 gold awards in the Wagyu steak category.
Toriyama Farm is a limited liability company that produces and raises Wagyu cattle. It is a group company of 鳥山畜産食品株式会社.
Toriyama Farm raises Wagyu cattle in a cool, naturally rich environment at an altitude of approximately 800 meters.
The inaugural “Hoikusha Marche” drew 231 visitors. A day for childcare professionals to spend “time for themselves.”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
NPO法人ぴこはな and 一般社団法人sunnysmile協会 held the first “Hoikusha Marche,” an event for childcare professionals, at ATC ITMホール in Osaka on September 27, 2026, drawing a total of 231 visitors. The event welcomed 190 adults and 41 children, featured 21 booths for learning, relaxation and交流, and had 7 students from Osaka College of Childcare and Welfare participate as event staff.
Facts
A total of 231 people attended: 190 adults and 41 children.
Attendance: 231 people total (190 adults / 41 children)
Number of exhibitor booths: 21
7 students from 学校法人三幸学園 大阪こども専門学校 served as event staff.
Date and time: Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026, 10:30–16:00
Has supported more than 1,000 parent-child pairs and childcare providers to date
Also involved in training more than 350 instructors.
Former childcare worker (11 years) / childcare provider support activities