[CASETiFY] CASETiFY reunites with ZO&FRIENDS! New collection themed around the dream world “DREAMLAND” launches
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CASETiFY announced a renewed collaboration with ZO&FRIENDS and will launch a new collection themed around “DREAMLAND” on Oct. 8, 2026. In addition to phone cases, the lineup will include its first travel items and tech accessories, compatible with devices from Apple, Samsung, and Google.
Facts
On sale from 11:00 a.m. Japan time on Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026
Phone cases: from 6,380 yen (tax included)
Tech accessories: from 5,610 yen (tax included)
Suitcases: from 79,530 yen (tax included)
More than 20 million smartphone cases sold worldwide
Since its founding in 2011
Operates more than 70 directly managed stores worldwide
Create “idol-worthy lashes” with perfectly balanced clusters! 5 new designs in the popular pre-release Lash Focus line go on sale nationwide from Wednesday, Oct. 7!
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株式会社ディー・アップ announced that it will launch 5 new designs (11–15) nationwide from Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026, as the third installment in its Lash Focus series of false eyelashes, which create clustered lashes with a single application. Features include a classic clustered design, a perm-like curl, and a mini-size version of its popular No. 1 lash adhesive, Eyelash Fixer EX552. The products will roll out at variety shops and drugstores nationwide, as well as through the official online store.
Facts
5 new designs will go on sale nationwide from Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026
5 new designs (11–15) will be released
Going on sale nationwide from Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026
A mini-size version of the classic lash adhesive, Fixer EX552, is also included
Popular No. 1※3 lash adhesive, Eyelash Fixer EX552
[Saitama, Nagatoro] New-build villa with a sauna, less than a 1-minute walk from Nagatoro Iwadatami, a nationally designated natural monument | All 24 shares claimed in 48 seconds; waitlist now open | “COCO VILLA Owners”
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ココザス株式会社 launched “COCO VILLA Nagatoro Iwadatami,” a private villa with a sauna in Nagatoro, Saitama Prefecture, in a prime location just 10 seconds’ walk from Nagatoro Iwadatami, a nationally designated natural monument, on Sept. 30, 2026. The property is the 56th location in “COCO VILLA Owners.” All 24 shares were claimed in 48 seconds, and a cancellation waitlist is now open. The villa has 3LDK, accommodates 12 guests, and comes equipped with a sauna, cold plunge pool, and BBQ facilities.
Facts
All 24 shares were claimed in just 48 seconds
A rare location where crossing the stone bridge beside the property provides access to the rock formation in just 10 seconds
In the heart of the tourist area, a 6-minute walk from Nagatoro Station
Recorded an occupancy rate of 71% in its first year of operation
We currently operate 28 locations, from Hokkaido to Okinawa
Capacity: 12 people ※ Planned
Parking: 3 cars
Layout: 3LDK
Original一口200万円台から別荘を持つことができます
Each share entitles the owner to accommodation equivalent to 6 nights per year (4 nights on weekends and public holidays)
As the 56th location in “COCO VILLA Owners (ココヴィラオーナーズ)”
[Reservations open today] Latest novel and comic volumes of “The Weakest Tamer Began a Journey to Pick Up Trash,” whose TV anime season 2 has been greenlit, announced! Plus, a look at TO Books’ December releases
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株式会社TOブックス has announced details of its December releases. Volume 18 of the novel and volume 9 of the comic adaptation of “The Weakest Tamer Began a Journey to Pick Up Trash,” whose TV anime season 2 has been greenlit, as well as volume 5 of the novel “The One-Eyed, One-Armed, One-Legged Mage” (digital edition only) and volume 7 of its comic adaptation, will be released on 12/15.
Facts
Over 3.6 million copies sold across the series (including e-books)
Over 500,000 copies sold across the series! (Including e-books)
Price: 1,399 yen (tax included)
Price: 759 yen (tax included)
On sale 12/15
The Weakest Tamer Began a Journey to Pick Up Trash 18
The Weakest Tamer Began a Journey to Pick Up Trash @COMIC Volume 9
The One-Eyed, One-Armed, One-Legged Mage 5
The One-Eyed, One-Armed, One-Legged Mage @COMIC Volume 7
I Was Holed Up in a Forest Cabin, and Before I Knew It, 2000 Years Had Passed
Direct business relationships with more than 300 major domestic companies
Direct business relationship rate of 95% or higher
In July 2026, REJECT collaborated with idol group “iLiFE!” as part of a project leading up to the world’s premier esports tournament, the Esports World Cup 2026.
Established: December 2018
Established: March 2007
Esports World Cup, an international tournament with a total prize pool of over 10 billion yen
Selected for the Club Partner Program, which admits only 40 teams worldwide, for 2 consecutive years in 2025 and 2026
Selected for 2 consecutive years in 2025 and 2026
Collaboration will advance across the following 3 areas
Companies mentioned：株式会社トライバルメディアハウス、株式会社REJECT、iLiFE!、REJECT GEAR、Modern Age
THINGS THAT MATTER to hold a special event, “5TH ANNIVERSARY EVENT ‘20days’,” in Aoyama, Tokyo, to mark its 5th anniversary
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Women’s brand THINGS THAT MATTER will hold a special event, “5TH ANNIVERSARY EVENT ‘20days’,” to mark its 5th anniversary at 3E STUDIO Minami-Aoyama in Aoyama, Tokyo, from Oct. 16, 2026 (Fri.) to Nov. 3 (Tue., holiday). Highlights include a pop-up, the first unveiling of collaboration items with TAION, a project with GIRL HOUYHNHNM featuring meditation practitioner Eri Sasaki, a curated book exhibition with BOOK CLUB KAI, daily fortune-telling, yoga and screen printing, among other offerings. A commemorative pop-up is also scheduled to be held in Osaka from Nov. 20 to 23.
Facts
A special event to mark its 5th anniversary
“5TH ANNIVERSARY EVENT ‘20days’”
From Oct. 16, 2026 (Fri.) to Nov. 3 (Tue., holiday)
13:00~20:00
For customers who spend ¥11,000 or more, including tax
A special workshop of approximately 90 minutes to focus attention on one’s own senses
Original160年以上の歴史をもち、テキスタイルへの知見を有するスタイレム株式会社
Originalスタイレム株式会社が2021年よりスタートしたブランド
Companies mentioned：スタイレム株式会社、THINGS THAT MATTER、TAION、GIRL HOUYHNHNM、BOOK CLUB KAI、prann HOME、Damngood Studio、玄米マーケット回、3E STUDIO、STAIR、STUDIO MUKASA、mukasa、±BALANCE
Mr. CHEESECAKE Holiday Collection. Limited-quantity preorders for “Paris-Brest Pistachio Apricot,” a special treat available only for the holidays, on the official online store
Liquor Mountain’s official app gets an overhaul: “More convenient, more tailored to you.” New app launches in October
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Original株式会社リカーマウンテン（京都市、全国210店舗で酒の専門店をチェーン展開）は、2026年10月より新しい「リカーマウンテン公式アプリ」の提供を開始する。お気に入り店舗のチラシ閲覧や独自コンテンツ「LIKAMAN TIMES」、ショート動画などの新機能を追加し、デザインや操作性を刷新。「One to One」コミュニケーション実現に向けた第一歩と位置づける。旧アプリは2027年中にサービス終了予定。
Facts
Original全国210店舗で酒の専門店をチェーン展開する株式会社リカーマウンテン
The new “Liquor Mountain Official App” will launch in October 2026
Service for the old app is scheduled to end in 2027
Software Association publishes recommendations on digitizing personal income tax filing
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一般社団法人ソフトウェア協会（SAJ）published “Recommendations for a New Approach to Personal Income Tax Filing Through Digitalization,” compiled by the Study Group on Digitalization of Social Systems, along with a research report on the digitalization of tax administration in the UK. The recommendations call for promoting “digitalization” as a redesign of the entire social system, starting with income information, rather than digitizing year-end tax adjustments, final tax returns and salary payment reports separately. They estimate that year-end tax adjustment work generates costs of approximately ¥100 billion to ¥300 billion annually across society, and propose monthly salary payment reports, establishing a personal income information infrastructure, enabling one-click tax returns, and simplifying tax filing for sole proprietors through platform integration.
Facts
Costs of approximately ¥100 billion to ¥300 billion are said to be incurred annually across society
“Recommendations for a New Approach to Personal Income Tax Filing Through Digitalization” (PDF, 1189KB)
OriginalKDDI、沖縄セルラー、KDDI Digital Lifeは2026年10月5日から11月30日まで、ローソン店舗でサントリー「クラフトボス」の対象商品を購入した方を対象に、povo2.0で使えるデータが抽選で当たるキャンペーンを実施する。1等30GB(30日間)10名、2等5GB(30日間)100名、3等データ使い放題(1時間)25,000名が抽選で当たるとともに、応募者全員に0.1GB(24時間)をプレゼントする。
Facts
From October 5, 2026, to November 30
“30GB (30 days)” for 10 winners
1st prize: 30GB (30 days), 10 winners
“5GB (30 days)” for 100 winners
2nd prize: 5GB (30 days), 100 winners
3rd prize: unlimited data (1 hour), 25,000 winners
“0.1GB (24 hours)” for every applicant
The deadline to enter a promo code is November 30, 2026, at 23:59.
The deadline to enter a prize won in the drawing is December 31, 2026, at 23:59.
Winners will be notified by email by December 8, 2026
Companies mentioned：KDDI、沖縄セルラー、KDDI Digital Life、サントリー、povo2.0、ローソン、ローソンストア100、Lミニマート
【Cuvée J2 Hôtel Osaka】Two special selections for “Champagne Day” | Friday, October 23
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Original株式会社温故知新が運営するCuvée J2 Hôtel Osaka by 温故知新は、2026年10月23日（金）の「シャンパーニュ・デー」に合わせ、ジョセフ・ペリエ生産者のサイン入りボトル付き特別宿泊プラン（1名様67,000円）と、ジョセフ・ペリエとジャン・ヴェッセルの2銘柄を飲み比べるスペシャルフリーフロー（1名様6,600円、17:00〜19:30）の2つの企画を開催する。
Facts
In 2026, October 23 falls on a Friday.
Original1名様あたり 67,000円（税込）
Original1名様 6,600円（税込）
17:00–19:30 (including 90 minutes)
11 guest rooms named after 11 Champagne houses, with official permission from each house
【Limited to 1 party】“Champagne Day” Special Stay ~ジョセフ・ペリエ~
“AWA SUSHI 泡鮨,” a sushi restaurant with 10 counter seats
Capital: ¥10 million (as of January 2026)
Established: February 1, 2011
Opened: January 13, 2024
06-6262-3600 (main line)
Companies mentioned：株式会社温故知新、Cuvée J2 Hôtel Osaka by 温故知新、ジョセフ・ペリエ、ジャン・ヴェッセル、ボランジェ、シャルル・エドシック、レア・シャンパーニュ、テタンジェ、ニコラ・フィアット、ラリエ、テルモン、キュペルリー、ドゥモアゼル、Small Luxury Hotels of the World（SLH）、ミシュラン
Advance trial draws a flood of applications! New spot for unwinding with immersive art, away from smartphones: “Night Atelier NOMA” opens for a limited time in Ebisu
The Study Group on Digitalization of Social Systems, which OBC participates in, releases “Recommendations for a New Approach to Personal Income Tax Filing Through Digitalization” and a related report on UK case studies
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The Study Group on Digitalization of Social Systems (also known as the Born Digital Study Group), part of the Policy, Legal Affairs and Intellectual Property Committee of 一般社団法人ソフトウェア協会, which 株式会社オービックビジネスコンサルタント（OBC） participates in, announced “Recommendations for a New Approach to Personal Income Tax Filing Through Digitalization” and “Research Report: Digitalization of Tax Administration in the UK.” The recommendations propose simplifying year-end tax adjustments, moving salary payment reports to real time, establishing a personal income information infrastructure to consolidate income data, and simplifying income tax filing for sole proprietors through platform integration. The group also released findings from its research into advanced examples in the UK, including RTI, MTD and digital invoices.
Facts
一般社団法人ソフトウェア協会, which includes 8 software vendors and other companies, including our company
It is estimated that year-end tax adjustment work incurs substantial costs of approximately ¥100 billion to ¥300 billion annually across society.
It will shift payroll payment reports from 1 report per year to 1 digital report per month in real time.
LOOKBOOK released for JOHNBULL military brand TOP KHAKI (Top Khaki)’s 2026 fall/winter collection
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株式会社ジョンブル, which operates JOHNBULL, has released the LOOKBOOK for its military brand TOP KHAKI (Top Khaki)’s 2026 fall/winter collection. The company develops products by dismantling and studying authentic military items to recreate the look of vintage pieces, with items including tops, pants and jackets listed at tax-inclusive prices.
Originalレッドブル × hololive OFFICIAL CARD GAME キャンペーン 全国のローソンで10月6日（火）より開催
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Originalレッドブル・ジャパン株式会社は、「hololive OFFICIAL CARD GAME」とコラボレーションしたキャンペーンを2026年10月6日（火）から10月19日（月）まで全国のローソン店舗で実施する。対象のレッドブル商品2本購入で、獅白ぼたんとラプラス・ダークネスがデザインされたオリジナルPRカード（全4種）が1枚もらえる。
“Belle Classic Fukuoka Ohori” to host premium talk event on Oct. 15 for people in their 60s and 70s to consider what lies ahead
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株式会社ベルコ福岡支社 announced that it will host “60歳・70歳のコレカラ～プレミアムトーク～” for seniors in their 60s and 70s at Belle Classic Fukuoka Ohori on Oct. 15, 2026. The event, which has a capacity of 60 participants, includes a live erhu performance, a plate lunch and a networking session. Admission is 300 yen (free for members).
“Nippon Dixi Match Day” to be held on Saturday, Oct. 17 H.C.栃木日光アイスバックス vs 横浜GRITS
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H.C.栃木日光アイスバックス announced that its game against 横浜GRITS at Nikko Kirifuri Ice Arena on Oct. 17, 2026 (Saturday), will be held as “Nippon Dixi Match Day,” named for official partner 株式会社日本デキシー.
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Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026
Original14時00分試合開始
Original12時00分 ：ファンクラブ先行入場
12:30: Doors open to the public
11:50: Ticket sales
2854 Tokorono, Nikko City
TEL: 0288-53-5881
Began working together as an official partner in the 2022-2023 season
【龍ケ崎市×PoliPoli Gov】Call for public input on digitizing administrative procedures
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株式会社PoliPoli announced that its policy platform, PoliPoli Gov, has been adopted for 龍ケ崎市’s call for public input on digitizing administrative procedures. The theme is “Making life more convenient with digital technology! What would you like to see made possible?” Comments will be accepted from Oct. 5 through Nov. 8, 2026. 龍ケ崎市, which is working to improve convenience through its official LINE account and website, is inviting residents to share their views to help create more user-friendly services.
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Call for input: Oct. 5, 2026 (Monday) through 23:59 on Nov. 8, 2026 (Sunday)
Astemoリヴァーレ茨城 to hold a pre-opening auction for the 2026-27 season on Spook
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On Spook, an official sports team auction service provided by 株式会社モバオク in partnership with エンゲート株式会社, 大同生命SV.LEAGUE team Astemoリヴァーレ茨城 will hold the “Astemoリヴァーレ茨城 2026-27 Pre-Opening Auction” from Oct. 3 (Saturday) through Oct. 10 (Saturday), 2026. Items include uniforms signed by all players and knapsacks bearing players’ signatures and messages of determination. Proceeds will go toward team activities.
“What should I wear today?” Start with the temperature. 2026 fall/winter “DRESS FOR THE WEATHER” launched.
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KiU（キウ）, the outdoor brand operated by 株式会社ワールドパーティー, is introducing “DRESS FOR THE WEATHER,” a temperature-based styling guide, as part of its 2026 FW apparel collection. The theme is “Flexible Layering,” with layering styles suggested for 3 temperature ranges: 19–23°C, 15–18°C and 10–14°C.
Facts
Based on 3 temperature ranges: 19–23°C, 15–18°C and 10–14°C
From the 2026 FW apparel collection
Established: September 1985
・KiU Mountain Blouson (K592) ¥13,200 tax included
・UV&RAIN Packable Safari Hat 2ND (K428) ¥2,970 tax included
【Notice of archived video release】“Where to start with cross-border e-commerce? A thorough guide to ‘successful strategies’ for growing sales through your own online store and marketplaces”
テラドローン株式会社 announced that it has completed production of 300 domestically produced “Modular UAVs (General-Purpose Type)” (Terra D1), ordered by 防衛装備庁, as well as an inspection by the 自衛隊, and is preparing to ship them. The company has established production capacity of 1,800 units annually and will continue to strengthen its defense drone business.
Facts
300 domestically produced “Modular UAVs (General-Purpose Type)”
Order for 300 units worth 1.15億円
Established a business foundation capable of producing 1,800 units annually
More than 3,000 cumulative projects in surveying, inspection, agriculture and fleet management
Deployments in 10 countries worldwide
Ranked in the top 2 consecutively since 2019
Ranked No. 1 worldwide in 2024
Companies mentioned：Terra Drone株式会社、テラドローン、防衛装備庁、自衛隊、Drone Industry Insights
The Tokyo Dome field becomes a huge park! A special day to play freely on the field! “TOKYO DOME PARK DAY” to be held
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株式会社東京ドーム will hold “TOKYO DOME PARK DAY,” an interactive event opening the Tokyo Dome field to the public, on Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026. In addition to activities on the field, including catch, soccer, a kids’ area, fire engine displays, festival stalls, yoga and mölkky, a special tour will offer access to players’ locker rooms and artists’ dressing rooms. Advance tickets are 1,200 yen and tickets on the day are 1,500 yen.
Facts
“TOKYO DOME PARK DAY,” an interactive event opening the Tokyo Dome field to the public, will be held on Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026.
Doors open at 8:00 / Close at 19:00
Final entry is at 18:15
Advance tickets: 1,200 yen / Tickets on the day: 1,500 yen (2-hour limit)
Bunkyo Ward residents, workers and students can purchase tickets on the day for 1,200 yen by presenting proof of eligibility and a 三井ショッピングパーク membership card.
From 12:00 on Monday, Oct. 5, 2026: TOKYO DOME CITY e-Ticket Store, アソビュー！, 三井ショッピングパーク Tickets
[Tour only] 4,000 yen (adults) / 3,500 yen (elementary and junior high school students)
[Combo ticket] 5,200 yen (adults) / 4,700 yen (elementary and junior high school students)
Capacity: 80 people per session
① 10:00–11:00 (check-in: 09:45–10:00; duration: 60 minutes)
Children aged 2 and under may enter free of charge.
株式会社TOKIUM announced that registrations for “TOKIUM AX VISION,” an online conference to be held on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, have surpassed 600. Speakers will include Shunya Kimura of Mercari, Madoka Sawa of Enmado, and Kohei Shimamura of MIXI, sharing insights on achieving AX (AI transformation).
Facts
Registrations surpass 600
Taking place Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026
Review of operations across 33 company-wide areas
Development output per engineer has increased 7.6 times compared with before the shift to AI-Native operations
100% of all employees use AI
AI cuts monthly aggregation workload by 70%
Decision made on more than 1 billion yen in additional investment in about 1 month
A packaging manufacturer with more than 90 years in business
Capital: 100 million yen
Established: June 26, 2012
Companies mentioned：株式会社TOKIUM、株式会社メルカリ、株式会社圓窓、株式会社MIXI、クラフツ株式会社、株式会社kubell、Uber Japan 株式会社
The “Social Systems Digitalization Study Group,” joined by Miroku Information Service, releases proposals on a new approach to personal income tax filing through digitalization and a related report on the UK
Dynam to convert its Hiroshima Hatchobori location into a 24-hour FIT365 fitness gym
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株式会社ダイナム has decided to convert its Dynam Hiroshima Hatchobori location in Naka Ward, Hiroshima, into a 24-hour FIT365 fitness gym operated by 株式会社ヤマウチ. The site is scheduled to open in February 2027 as a new hub supporting better health and responding to changing community needs. Advance membership reservations opened on Oct. 5.
Facts
株式会社ダイナム, which operates pachinko halls in 46 prefectures across Japan
As of October 2026, it operates 380 locations in 46 prefectures nationwide
Opening: February 2027 (planned)
Original24時間年中無休、低価格で通いやすいフィットネスジム
Business partnership signing ceremony / July 9, 2026 / Yamauchi head office
Advance membership reservations for FIT365 Hiroshima Hatchobori opened on Monday, Oct. 5
Esports team “REJECT” forms strategic partnership with 株式会社トライバルメディアハウス
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株式会社REJECT, operator of the esports team “REJECT,” and 株式会社トライバルメディアハウス, which provides brand and entertainment marketing support, have formed a strategic partnership. They will collaborate in 3 areas: fandom marketing, business co-creation and cross-cultural initiatives. Within fiscal 2026, they aim to develop joint proposals for companies and launch the first cross-cultural initiative.
Facts
Direct business relationships with more than 300 major domestic companies
Direct business relationship rate of 95% or higher
A hapless witch, a reclusive witch, a genius witch, etc.… ALL happy endings! “I’m a Witch, But I’ll Have a Happy Ending with the One I Love! Anthology Comic” goes on sale Monday, Oct. 5!
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株式会社竹書房 will release the anthology comic “I’m a Witch, But I’ll Have a Happy Ending with the One I Love! Anthology Comic” on Oct. 5, 2026, depicting the romances of witches in another world. The collection features 5 one-shot stories, each with an ALL-happy-ending, starring witches with distinct charms, including a hapless witch, a reclusive witch and a genius witch.
Facts
Release date: Monday, Oct. 5, 2026
Includes 5 one-shot stories with ALL happy endings!
VALX marks its 7th anniversary with 7 fan-appreciation initiatives themed around “7,” including a giveaway of 77 kg of protein
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VALX株式会社, which operates the fitness brand “VALX,” announced 7 initiatives at once to celebrate the brand’s 7th anniversary on October 5, 2026, and thank its fans for their continued support. Plans include a giveaway campaign featuring 77 kg of protein, its first event in Okinawa, a collaboration product supervised by Yoshinori Yamamoto, and a project to create an official character.
Facts
The brand will celebrate its 7th anniversary on Monday, October 5, 2026.
A campaign giving away a total of 77 kg of VALX protein
VALX plans to hold its first event in Okinawa on Saturday, October 24, 2026.
“VALX Hybrid Protein,” released in May 2026
The channel has more than 790,000 subscribers.
The total number of social media followers exceeds 1.58 million
[First Exhibit of License-Free Four-Wheeled Electric Vehicle] Blaze to Exhibit at “Japan Mobility Show Bizweek 2026”
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株式会社ブレイズ will exhibit at “Japan Mobility Show Bizweek 2026,” held at Makuhari Messe from October 13 to 16, 2026, and will give the first public showing of the license-free compact electric quadricycle “Blaze e-Cargo” and the roofed electric trike “EV Delivery.” The exhibit will showcase electric mobility options addressing the aging population and the rise in license surrender cases (435,067 nationwide in Reiwa 7), with the company also aiming to expand its sales network.
Facts
Exhibition dates: Tuesday, October 13–Friday, October 16, 2026
“SING LIKE TALKING: Chikuzen Sato’s Andante” October Special Episode: “The Past, and on to THE FINAL” Guest: Chiaki Fujita!
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Chiaki Fujita will appear as a guest on the October special episode of “SING LIKE TALKING: Chikuzen Sato’s Andante,” a radio program produced by 株式会社ジャパンエフエムネットワーク（JFNC）and broadcast across 19 JFN-affiliated stations. Chikuzen Sato and Chiaki Fujita will talk about SING LIKE TALKING, which will disband after its 2027 national tour, “SING LIKE TALKING ‘THE FINAL’ Dedicated to Tomohiko Nishimura.” They will also discuss the album “Final Chapter,” due for release on November 11, and their thoughts on Tomohiko Nishimura, who passed away last year.
Facts
Broadcast across 19 JFN-affiliated stations
Chikuzen Sato, who debuted in 1988
SING LIKE TALKING, which announced it would disband after its 2027 concert tour
The latest album, “Final Chapter,” will be released on November 11.
First Press Limited Edition A: CD+BD ¥6,600 (tax included)
First Press Limited Edition B: CD+DVD ¥6,050 (tax included)
Standard Edition: CD ¥3,300 (tax included)
Friday, May 14, 2027: Culttz Kawasaki, Kanagawa
Saturday, May 29, 2027: Tokyo International Forum Hall A
Saturday, June 5, 2027: Link Station Hall Aomori, Aomori
Tuesday, June 15, 2027: Festival Hall, Osaka
Saturday, June 19, 2027: COMTEC PORTBASE, Aichi
Sunday, June 20, 2027: COMTEC PORTBASE, Aichi
SS seats: ¥19,800 (tax included)
S seats: ¥16,500 (tax included)
A seats: ¥14,300 (tax included)
A separate drink fee (¥600) is required upon entry at the Nagoya performance.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ジャパンエフエムネットワーク、SING LIKE TALKING、SOGO TOKYO、SOGO OSAKA、GIP、サンデーフォークプロモーション、radiko
HIMEHINA to Release EP “VAMPY” on Friday, November 27, 2026! The title track “VAMPY,” written for the new short anime project “DemVAMPS,” for which LAM is the original creator and director, will be performed for the first time.
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株式会社LaRa, a group company of 株式会社Brave group, announced that it will release “VAMPY,” an EP by the virtual artist unit HIMEHINA, on Friday, November 27, 2026. The title track, “VAMPY,” was written for the new short anime project “DemVAMPS,” for which LAM is the original creator and director, and was performed for the first time at the world tour finale held on October 4, 2026. The EP contains 4 tracks, including “Drain Drain,” “Kimi Kimi Chuu Doku,” and “VAMPY (Remix).” It will be available in 3 editions: SLEEPY SET (¥18,000), BLOODY SET (¥8,080), and the standard edition (¥1,700).
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It will be released on Friday, November 27, 2026.
It will include 4 tracks.
Price: ¥18,000 (tax included)
Price: ¥8,080 (tax included)
Price: ¥1,700 (tax included)
The channel has 1.13 million subscribers
The videos have been viewed more than 700 million times in total
A 13-performance world tour visiting Taipei, Seoul, and San Jose, in addition to 7 cities in Japan
“HIMEHINA WORLD Tour 2026 GRAND FINALE 2Days” will be held over 2 days at SGC HALL ARIAKE on October 3 and 4, 2026.
A performance at Nippon Budokan has been confirmed for Tuesday, July 13, 2027.
A major collaboration celebrating Hands’ 50th anniversary with Hangyodon, “HANDS×HANGYODON,” launches Saturday, October 10.
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株式会社ハンズ is celebrating its 50th anniversary with “HANDS×HANGYODON,” a collaboration with 株式会社サンリオ character Hangyodon, running at Hands stores and online from Saturday, October 10, 2026, through Thursday, November 12. The program includes sales of limited-edition original goods, limited-edition shopping bags, limited-quantity giveaways, a photo event exclusive to the Shinjuku store, and special in-store announcements.
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Event period: Saturday, October 10–Thursday, November 12, 2026
A special collaboration project commemorating Hands’ 50th anniversary
For customers who spend 2,000 yen or more, including tax, on eligible products
For full members of the Hands Club app※ who purchase Hangyodon POPUP eligible products totaling 3,000 yen or more, including tax, at the Shinjuku store on the day
Event date and time: Oct. 17, 2026 (Sat.), 13:00–13:20, 15:00–15:20, and 17:00–17:20
Distribution period: From Oct. 3 (Sat.)
Why not celebrate the 50th anniversary of Hands' founding and the 30th anniversary of its Shinjuku store together?
“The Battle Cats” boosts the Ultra Talents of select characters
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ポノス株式会社 has boosted the Ultra Talents of 3 characters in “The Battle Cats”: Treasure Staff Copper Mine, Date Masamune, and Sky God Zeus. The game must be updated to the latest version, 15.7.0. A Super Rare and Legend Rare appearance rate 2x campaign will also run from Oct. 4 to 9.
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ポノス株式会社 has boosted the Ultra Talents of select characters in “The Battle Cats”
Treasure Staff Copper Mine has gained the Ultra Talents “Basic Health Up+,” “Zombie Killer,” and “Strong Against.”
Date Masamune has gained the Ultra Talents “Massive Damage,” “Basic Health Up+,” and “Ultra Sage Killer.”
Sky God Zeus has gained “Production Time Reduction,” “Wave Attack Damage Nullified,” and “Zombie Killer,” while the existing “Slow Movement” ability has been strengthened.
Ultra Talents become available when an eligible character reaches level 60 in its 3rd form.
チロルチョコ株式会社 (Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President and Representative Director Yuji Matsuo) will launch “チロルチョコ〈冬のバラエティパック〉,” an assortment of 4 winter flavors (16 pieces, 324 yen including tax), nationwide on Oct. 19, 2026.
“Caramel Almond” features a whole candy-coated almond in a caramel-flavored chocolate.
“Crunchy Strawberry” combines milk-flavored chocolate with strawberry-flavored chocolate and waffle crunch.
“White Butter Cookie” combines milk-flavored chocolate with butter cookies and crushed almonds.
“Winter Tirol” is a single piece of chocolate with a soft texture, made with soft-type chocolate.
チロルチョコ株式会社 was established in Tokyo in 2004 after the product planning and sales divisions were separated from 松尾製菓, founded in Tagawa, Fukuoka Prefecture, in 1903.
The assortment includes 6 varieties: longtime favorites “Milk,” “Coffee Nougat,” and “Bis,” plus seasonal flavors “Winter Tirol,” “White Butter Cookie,” and “Crunchy Strawberry.”
32 pieces (6 each of White Butter Cookie and Crunchy Strawberry; 5 each of Milk, Winter Tirol, Coffee Nougat, and Bis)
648 yen (tax-included reference price)
Monday, Oct. 19, 2026
5 each of Milk, Winter Tirol, Coffee Nougat, and Bis
6 each of White Butter Cookie and Crunchy Strawberry
The company was established in Tokyo in 2004 after the product planning and sales divisions were separated from 松尾製菓, founded in Tagawa, Fukuoka Prefecture, in 1903.
The cumulative number of flavors has exceeded 600.
To bring chocolate, which was considered a luxury at the time, to children for 10 yen
株式会社MIXI’s salon staff direct-booking app minimo（ミニモ） and 株式会社ネイリー’s beauty booking app Nailie Beauty（ネイリービューティー） will jointly run the “Wでうれトクキャンペーン” from Oct. 5, 2026. Customers who meet the participation requirements shared by both apps will be entered in a drawing to receive a 500-yen-off coupon for their next use; 20,000 winners will be selected. The companies describe the campaign as the first initiative under a joint project announced in June, and say they aim to expand the options for booking individual providers and contribute to the growth of the beauty industry.
Facts
During the campaign period, book a menu costing 2,500 yen or more on minimo and complete the visit
A 500-yen-off coupon for your next use will be awarded to 20,000 winners selected by drawing
From 12:00 on Oct. 5, 2026, to 23:59 on Oct. 31, 2026
Valid through Jan. 31, 2027
Scheduled for late November 2026 (winners will be notified by in-app message)
Cumulative downloads surpassed 8 million as of May 2026.
Launched in January 2014, the service connects beauty salon staff, including hairstylists, nail technicians, eyelash designers, and estheticians, with customers
Nailie Beauty lets users choose from more than 5 million designs posted by “beautists,” including hairstylists, nail technicians, and eyelash artists
With cumulative circulation exceeding 7.5 million copies, Hitomi Fujimoto’s megahit series “まんが家マリナ” returns with its latest and final installment, “ボヘミアの秘宝 シャルルの叔父 et まんが家マリナ聖剣事件,” on sale Nov. 5 (Thu.)
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Original株式会社集英社は、藤本ひとみ氏の大人気シリーズ「まんが家マリナ」の最新作にして完結作『ボヘミアの秘宝 シャルルの叔父 et まんが家マリナ聖剣事件』を2026年11月5日（木）に発売すると発表した。シリーズ累計発行部数は750万部超。本作は約30年ぶりの続編で、四六判ハードカバー・512ページ・定価2970円（税込）。カバーイラストは谷口亜夢氏。また、集英社コバルト文庫の創刊50周年（2026年5月28日）を記念した復刊企画として、同シリーズ第11～14巻が10月19日（月）に集英社オレンジ文庫から発売される。
Facts
The series has sold 7.5 million copies in total
23 books were published between 1985 and 1994
Release date: November 5, 2026 (Thursday)
List price: ¥2,970 (including 10% tax)
Length: 512 pages
ISBN: 978-4-08-790239-6
Celebrated its 50th anniversary on May 28, 2026
On October 19 (Monday), volume 11 of the series, which leads into the concluding installment
The latest and concluding installment, released for the first time in about 30 years
No sequel or conclusion was published for the following 32 years
Senri Oe's solo concert at サントリーホール to receive its first-ever television broadcast, exclusively on CSホームドラマチャンネル on November 15!
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CSホームドラマチャンネル will air Senri Oe's solo concert, “Two Assignments: Tense with Black Construction Paper,” from summer 2026 at サントリーホール, for the first time on television and exclusively, at 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, November 15. The full, uncut “Senri JAZZ” performance, brimming with energy and lyricism, includes a collaboration with 関西学院グリークラブOB合唱団「東京新月会」.
BOTANIST, a botanical lifestyle brand operated by 株式会社Ｉ－ｎｅ, has been selected for a “Two-Star (★★)” rating in “Sustainable Selection 2026,” co-hosted by 株式会社オルタナ and 一般社団法人サステナ経営協会. The selection recognized not only the sustainability of its products and services but also the company’s sustainable management as a whole.
Facts
Announced on October 1 (Thursday), the selection is co-hosted by 株式会社オルタナ and 一般社団法人サステナ経営協会
Cumulative shipments across all BOTANIST categories from January 2015 through June 2025
Since launching in 2020, a total of 225 products and services have been selected.
More than 13,000 trees have been planted in the “BOTANIST Forest”
『彩京Memories』 for Nintendo Switch™ 2 and PlayStation®5 to launch on February 1８ (Thursday)! Pre-orders now open!
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株式会社エディア announced that it will release 『彩京Memories』 for Nintendo Switch 2 and PS5 on February 18, 2027 (Thursday), under a license for the 『彩京』 IP held by KMBOX Co., Ltd. Pre-orders open on October 5, 2026 (Monday). The standard edition costs ¥7,480 including tax, and the special edition costs ¥16,280 including tax.
Facts
『彩京Memories』 for Nintendo Switch 2 and PS5 is set for release on February 18, 2027 (Thursday)
We are pleased to announce that pre-orders opened today, October 5, 2026 (Monday)
Suggested retail price: Standard edition: ¥6,800 (¥7,480 including tax)
The series has surpassed 1 million copies in total! “I Was Supposed to Be Reincarnated as a Villainess, but It Seems I’m More Dotingly Loved Than the Heroine”
The series has surpassed 200,000 copies in total! “I Was Mistaken for a VTuber After Joining My Sister’s Stream”
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株式会社エディア subsidiary 株式会社一二三書房 announced that the series 『妹の配信に入り込んだらVTuber扱いされた件』, published under its entertainment novel imprint ブレイブ文庫 and serialized under the ノヴァコミックス comic imprint, has surpassed 200,000 copies in combined print and digital sales. It will also hold a 200,000-copy milestone campaign exclusively on ピッコマ.
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Combined sales of print and digital editions have surpassed 200,000 copies
ISBN: 9784824207395
ISBN: 9784824205995
Release date: Aug. 25, 2026
Release date: February 25, 2026
Volume 1 at 50% off
More free episodes through episode 5; charge interval shortened to 12 hours
【Samansa Mos2】Add color and a playful touch to your outfits! The “Colorful Nep Knit Cardigan,” perfect for the changing seasons, is here
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株式会社キャン's brand “Samansa Mos2（サマンサ モスモス）” has released the “Colorful Nep Knit Cardigan,” accented with colorful nep yarn, at Samansa Mos2 stores nationwide and through CAN ONLINE SHOP, ZOZOTOWN and other retailers. Priced at ¥4,950, it comes in 4 colors: beige, orange, mint and charcoal. This item adds color and a playful touch to fall outfits.
Facts
Available in 4 colors: beige, orange, mint and charcoal
Price: ¥4,950
株式会社キャン (head office: Okayama City, Okayama Prefecture; President and CEO: 川部将士)
earth music&ecology Japan Label × TV anime 『ブルーロック』: Track jackets return with new character designs!
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株式会社ストライプインターナショナル’s brand earth music&ecology Japan Label is relaunching its collaboration track jackets with the popular TV anime 『ブルーロック』, adding 6 designs featuring 烏旅人, 二子一揮, 馬狼照英, 氷織羊, 糸師冴 and 士道龍聖, for a total of 13 styles. Orders will be accepted from October 6, 2026, 18:00, through October 19, 23:59. The jackets are priced at ¥6,990 including tax and will be sold through the official online store STRIPE CLUB.
Facts
A total of 13 styles are available, including the standard design.
GOLF TODAY (ゴルフトゥデイ) November 2026 issue on sale! The women pros’ “long-drive techniques” that generate clubhead speed
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株式会社三栄 will release the November 2026 issue of the golf magazine GOLF TODAY (ゴルフトゥデイ) on October 5, 2026. The issue features the secrets behind the long drives of this season’s tournament-winning women pros, including 桑木志帆 and 吉田鈴. It includes a special supplement covering everything about the Srixon “ZXi RKT” and an insert supplement, “Domestic Driver Catalog.” Special price: ¥900 (base price: ¥818).
The “Study Group on Social Systems and Digitalization,” which マネーフォワード participates in, releases “Recommendations for a New Approach to Individual Income Reporting Through Digitalization” and a related overseas research report
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The “Study Group on Social Systems and Digitalization” of the 一般社団法人ソフトウェア協会, which 株式会社マネーフォワード participates in, has released “Recommendations for a New Approach to Individual Income Reporting Through Digitalization” and a research report on tax digitalization in the United Kingdom. The recommendations call for “digitalization” that redesigns year-end tax adjustments, tax returns, payroll payment reports and other processes as a social system centered on income information, rather than optimizing each process individually. Proposals include making payroll payment reports monthly and real-time, developing an infrastructure for individual income information, and simplifying tax filing for sole proprietors through platform integration. A field study on the UK’s RTI, MTD and digital invoicing highlighted the importance of “Co-creation” among government, vendors and experts.
Facts
The “Study Group on Social Systems and Digitalization” of the Policy, Legal Affairs and Intellectual Property Committee of the 一般社団法人ソフトウェア協会, which includes 9 software companies and other participants
It is estimated that year-end tax adjustment work incurs substantial costs of approximately ¥100 billion to ¥300 billion annually across society.
It will shift payroll payment reports from 1 report per year to 1 digital report per month in real time.
Actor 桜井 一, represented by エーライツ, launches an official website and fan club!
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株式会社SKIYAKI launched the official website and fan club “桜井 一 OFFICIAL SITE” for actor 桜井 一, who is represented by エーライツ, on October 5, 2026. For a monthly fee of ¥550, members can access exclusive blogs, videos, group chats and other content.
Facts
On Monday, October 5, 2026, we launched 桜井 一’s official website and fan club, “桜井 一 OFFICIAL SITE.”
Monthly fee: ¥550 (tax included)
Capital: 31 million yen
Made his stage debut in 2024 in the musical 『テニスの王子様』 4th season, playing 平古場 凛
【Feature】TREASURE’s HARUTO claims Japan’s No. 1 title with his overwhelming charisma, taking 1st place in the PERFORMANCE category of “IDOL CHAMPIONSHIP 2026”
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TREASURE’s HARUTO took 1st place nationwide in the PERFORMANCE category of “IDOL CHAMPIONSHIP 2026,” earning the title of inaugural champion. Competing against a total of 74 K-pop/JK-pop artists from Japan, he dominated the South Japan block and rose to the top nationwide with dynamic dancing that makes the most of his height of over 180 cm and rap delivered in a deep voice.
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All 74 K-pop / JK-pop artists from Japan
Qualifiers to be held across 4 major mega-blocks in the east, west, north and south, divided into 3 themes
Qualifiers to be held across 4 major mega-blocks in the east, west, north and south
Dynamic dance moves delivered with an exceptional physique standing over 180 cm tall
Yudai Takenaka (Novelbright) set to perform at Satsukore 2026 AW on Sunday, Nov. 22! Tickets now on sale to strong demand
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株式会社DONUTS announced that SAPPORO COLLECTION 2026 AUTUMN/WINTER (Satsukore 2026 AW), Hokkaido's largest fashion event, will be held at the Sapporo Convention Center on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2026. The company also announced that Yudai Takenaka (Novelbright) will perform as an artist and THE AGUL as the opening act. Third-round advance ticket sales (first-come, first-served) are also underway.
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Original開催日 2026年11月22日(日)13:00開場 14:00開演(予定)
A fashion and culture event marking its 25th edition since its first event in 2007.
A packed program of about 5 hours on stage, featuring more than 140 performers
Approximately 2,430 attendees in total gathered at the venue from across the country
S seats: 9,500 yen (tax included)
A seats: 8,000 yen (tax included)
Application period: 12:00 on Monday, Sept. 21, 2026, to 23:59 on Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026
5 business areas: the cloud services business, including Jobcan; the gaming business, including Toraba; the video and livestreaming business, MixChannel; the healthcare business, CLIUS; and the publishing and media business, including Ray and Zipper
Characters dressed in Sherlock Holmes-inspired outfits, newly illustrated for the Detective Conan Plaza, are coming as bobblehead dolls! Advance sales begin at the Tokyo Character Street venue on Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026.
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ベネリック株式会社 will begin advance sales at the Tokyo Character Street venue on Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026, of Shaky! Detective Conan Plaza Exclusive Bobblehead Doll Special Box Collection (6 types), an exclusive product for the Detective Conan merchandise event Detective Conan Plaza. The blind-box collection features Conan Edogawa, Shinichi Kudo, Ran Mouri, Heiji Hattori, Kaitou Kid and Ai Haibara dressed in Sherlock Holmes-inspired outfits. A single doll costs 1,650 yen, and a box set of all 6 types costs 9,900 yen (tax included).
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Advance sales begin Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026, at the Detective Conan Plaza venue at Tokyo Character Street
The hugely popular school romance Hana wa Kotori o Suki Sugiru, where beauty closes in, graces the cover! The November issue of LaLaDX goes on sale Monday, Oct. 5!
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株式会社白泉社 will release the November 2026 issue of LaLaDX on Oct. 5. Hana wa Kotori o Suki Sugiru is featured on the cover; Hiro Fujiwara's Neko ni Wagamama leads the issue in color; Hitsujii Harumi's The Princess of the Dirt-Covered Elena marks its 5th anniversary; and Wataru Kusakawa's Yashio and Mikumo Special Edition is among the features. The issue also includes reader giveaways.
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■List price: ¥638 (¥580 plus 10% tax)
ISBN code: 9784592231639
Win one of 30 clear pouches in a drawing
Win one of 10 memorial photo panels in a drawing
Special price: 760 yen (tax included)
Celebrating the 5th anniversary of the serialization! The Princess of the Dirt-Covered Elena
Special project celebrating LaLa's 50th anniversary
Comes with an original illustrated bonus: a Tamon-kun Ima Docchi!? F/ACE SCHOOL student ID-style card! The October 5 (Monday) issue 21 of Hana to Yume, featuring For Now, Let Me Get Used to Love on the cover, goes on sale!
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株式会社白泉社 will release issue 21 of the girls' manga magazine Hana to Yume for 26年 on Oct. 5, 2026. It comes with an original illustrated bonus, a Tamon-kun Ima Docchi!? F/ACE SCHOOL student ID-style card by Yuki Shiwashu. Ryoko Fukuyama's serialized manga Don't Spend Your Youth on Someone Else's Remaining Years returns as the lead feature in color; Takidon's For Now, Let Me Get Used to Love is featured on the cover and in color; and Akira's Neko ni Seishun begins serialization with a color feature.
Facts
Issue 21 of Hana to Yume went on sale Monday, Oct. 5.
On sale: Oct. 5, 2026 (issues released on the ５th and 20th of each month)
● List price: 490 yen (tax included)
Hana to Yume Comics: For Now, Let Me Get Used to Love (Takidon), Vol. 3
■ List price: 594 yen (base price 540 yen + 10% tax)
What were the childhoods of the people behind the iPhone, Amazon and ChatGPT like? How to Become a Billionaire Starting at Age 10 goes on sale Oct. 7
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株式会社宝島社 announced that it will release How to Become a Billionaire Starting at Age 10 on Oct. 7, 2026, at a list price of 1,680 yen (tax included). This money-education book uses manga and illustrations to introduce the childhoods and success tips of 14 billionaires from around the world, including Elon Musk, Steve Jobs, Jeff Bezos, Sam Altman, Mark Zuckerberg and Warren Buffett. It is supervised by Yoko Yagi, representative director of 株式会社イー・カンパニー.
Facts
Release date: October 7, 2026
List price: 1,680 yen (tax included)
Features stories about 14 billionaires from around the world
Mark Zuckerberg's estimated net worth is about 33 trillion yen
U-NEXT to exclusively stream the film Yamaguchi-kun Isn't So Bad! The hit film starring Kyohei Takahashi, featuring a heart-fluttering contrast that's almost unfair, will be available to stream first.
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株式会社U-NEXT announced that it began exclusive streaming of the film “山口くんはワルくない” on October 5, 2026. Starring Kyohei Takahashi of Naniwa Danshi, the hit drew approximately 65,000 moviegoers and grossed approximately 90 million yen in its first 3 days in theaters. It is available to rent for 399 yen or purchase for 2,750 yen.
Facts
[Streaming start date] October 5, 2026 (Monday) at 0:00
Rental: 399 yen (tax included)
Purchase: 2,750 yen (tax included)
Has surpassed 2.4 million copies in cumulative circulation
Approximately 65,000 moviegoers in its first 3 days in theaters
Approximately 90 million yen in box-office revenue
Enjoy more than 500,000 titles including movies, dramas, and anime
Original137万冊以上のマンガや書籍も配信
Released in theaters on June 5, 2026
Ranked No. 1 among new films
Became popular mainly among young people in their 10s and 20s
The service was integrated with Paravi in July 2023
Mitsukoshi Isetan discovers Japan’s hidden treasures: “think good” fall campaign to begin on October 7 (Wednesday)
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三越伊勢丹グループ will hold its fall campaign for its sustainability initiative “think good” starting October 7 (Wednesday), 2026. Under the themes “Co-creation with local communities” and “Passing on and innovating culture,” stores including Isetan Shinjuku, Nihombashi Mitsukoshi Main Store and Ginza Mitsukoshi will offer locally and culturally rooted products and events, including the 4th installment of the upcycling project “ピース de ミライ” and the 3rd installment of the “三越伊勢丹ミライアワード.”
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October ７ (Wednesday)–October 20 (Tuesday), 2026 ※Start and end dates vary by project.
Left: Art panel (leather, without wiped lacquer finish) 148,500 yen (approx. H31.2 × W31.2 × D3 cm)
Right: Art panel (leather, without wiped lacquer finish) 198,000 yen (approx. H61.2 × W21.2 × D3 cm)
Left: Sukiya pouch 29,700 yen
Right: Tea ceremony pouch 19,800 yen
Left and center: konomekaman (plush toy) 24,200 yen each
Right: onomekaman (plush toy) 36,300 yen
Left: GRAPHIC SCRAP TOP (BLACK), limited to 5 pieces, 28,050 yen
Leather bag in a “sumo ring” shape, made with handwoven shimekomi fabric, 99,000 yen
Honey Lulu 1,404 yen (3 pieces)
Left: New Moon Salt 1,944 yen (50 g / made in Japan / 1 jar)
Right: Essence (エッセンス) 4,320 yen (6 varieties / 125 g / 1 can)
“ホタルの嫁入り,” a hit series with more than 5 million copies in circulation: bookstore campaign launches, offering an “original engraved-style oil-blotting paper”
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A campaign will begin on October 5 to mark the start of the TV anime adaptation of the manga “ホタルの嫁入り” (written by Oreco Tachibana, published by 小学館), which has surpassed 5 million copies in cumulative circulation. The anime will air on フジテレビ’s “ノイタミナ” programming block every Friday at 23:30 starting October 9, 2026. At approximately 2,000 bookstores nationwide, customers who buy 1 volume of the comic will receive an original engraved-style oil-blotting paper (5 designs in all). The final volume, 13, and a side story are scheduled for release on October 19.
Facts
Has surpassed 5 million copies in cumulative circulation
Broadcast begins on October 9, 2026, airing every Friday at 23:30
Broadcast begins every Friday at 23:30
Starts today, October 5 (Monday)
The campaign will be held at approximately 2,000 bookstores nationwide
Enclosed in original packaging (5 designs in all)
Comics: Volumes 1–12 now on sale
Final volume 13 and side story scheduled for release on October 19 (Monday)
List price: 770–792 yen (tax included)
No. １ in the 2024 nationwide bookstore staff picks for recommended comics
Television producer Keisuke Miyake, who has worked on numerous programs for more than 50 years, returns: “萩本企画プレゼンツ～第6回 堀口はしのお話の会～” to be held soon
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The talk event “萩本企画プレゼンツ～第6回 堀口はしのお話の会～,” hosted by 萩本企画’s Kingeki Office, will be held on October 18 (Sunday), 2026, at Batiios in Shinjuku. Former フジテレビ “ひょうきん” director Keisuke Miyake returns for a lively 100-minute talk on “Things and words about Kin-chan that I want to pass on.” Tickets are on sale through Confetti, operated by Long Run Planning.
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He has worked on numerous popular programs for more than 50 years and still produces shows on television.
“萩本企画プレゼンツ～第6回 堀口はしのお話の会～” will be held on October 18 (Sunday), 2026, at Batiios, 2-45-4 Kabukicho, Shinjuku, Tokyo.
Original公演日時：2026年10月18日 (日) 17:45開場／18:00開演
Unreserved seating with numbered entry: ¥3,000 (tax included)
A lively 100 minutes await, with unbelievable stories from his time alongside Kin-chan and entertaining lessons he learned.
megbaby, the original Instagram queen with more than 700,000 followers, reveals for the first time how much カルバン・クライン offered her! The astonishing figure leaves the studio stunned. Marriage advisor Miyuki Uekusa discusses celebrities’ experiences with matchmaking agencies.
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Episode 6 of ABEMA’s “秘密のママ園3” aired on October 4, 2026. megbaby, who has more than 700,000 followers, showed her home, with monthly rent of approximately 2 million yen, for the first time and revealed that カルバン・クライン offered her “around 500,000 yen.” Marriage advisor Miyuki Uekusa discussed celebrities’ experiences with matchmaking agencies and the realities of the remarriage market, and introduced the case of a single mother who received marriage proposals within 1 week from 3 never-married men, each earning more than 10 million yen a year. Rina Uchiyama also talked about her friendship with fellow mom Ai Tominaga, among other topics.
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The original Instagram influencer boasts more than 700,000 followers
Total views of the program's related videos have surpassed 220 million
A closer look at her home, with monthly rent of approximately 2 million yen
She revealed an extraordinary offer of “around 500,000 yen”
A highly acclaimed marriage advisor with an 80% marriage rate
“All 3 men had never been married. Every one of them earned more than 10 million yen a year.”
She received marriage proposals from 3 men in just 1 week
A special collaboration with “gelato pique” featuring 14 styles to celebrate FURFUR’s 20th anniversary, launching October 9 (Friday)
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To mark the 20th anniversary of the FURFUR brand, 14 styles from its second collaboration with the company’s other brand, gelato pique, will launch on October 9 (Friday). The theme is “CRAZY LIBRARIAN,” with a playful lineup featuring baby-moko argyle designs and a FURFUR bear motif series, among other items made with baby-moko fabric.
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To mark the brand’s 20th anniversary, FURFUR
14 styles of collaboration items
Starting Friday, October 9, 2026
Special website launch date: October 5 (Monday), 2026, at 12:00 noon
A seminar titled “What Is the Next Competitive Axis for AI Data Centers?” featuring NTTドコモビジネス株式会社 Evangelist and 国際大学GLOCOM Visiting Researcher 林 雅之 will be held on Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026!!
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株式会社新社会システム総合研究所（SSK） announced that it will hold a seminar titled “What Is the Next Competitive Axis for AI Data Centers?” on Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026. The seminar will be led by 林雅之, an evangelist at NTTドコモビジネス株式会社 and a visiting researcher at 国際大学GLOCOM, and will cover the latest trends in the AI data center market, investment trends, technological innovation, policy developments, and the future outlook for distributed AI infrastructure.
Facts
November 5, 2026 (Thursday), 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
新社会システム総合研究所(SSK) was established on December 6, 1996, and has more than 28 years of history since its founding.
Since its founding, it has planned and held approximately 500 business seminars for companies annually for more than 28 years
Its main business is providing information services, including planning and holding approximately 500 seminars annually.
Archived stream (available for 2 weeks; watch as many times as you like at a time that suits you)
“シナぷしゅ,” the first baby-focused program from a commercial broadcaster, will release its 6th DVD and CD simultaneously on Wednesday, Nov. 25! The packaging design has also been revamped!
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日本コロムビア announced that it will simultaneously release the 6th DVD, 『シナぷしゅ FUNKY LUCKYに ゆけ！ぷしゅぷしゅ』, and CD album, 『シナぷしゅ かけごえは ゆけ！ぷしゅぷしゅ』, from “シナぷしゅ,” the first baby-focused program from a commercial broadcaster, which airs on the テレビ東京 network of 6 stations, on Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2026. The package design has been revamped based on the 2025 production theme, “トロピカルジャーニー.”
Facts
シナぷしゅ is now entering its 6th year
3,080 yen including tax (2,800 yen before tax)
¥2,530 including tax (¥2,300 before tax)
Running time: approximately 66 minutes
Airing every Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 7:57 a.m.
Including the Tsukiuta songs from April 2025 to March 2026
日本コロムビア announced that it will release on Blu-ray/DVD the live footage of folk singer 松山千春’s 25th anniversary concert, 「松山千春の原点～春・夏・秋・冬～」 (June 16, 2001, Yokohama Arena), on Nov. 4, 2026. Exclusive streaming is now available on U-NEXT, and a 50th anniversary concert tour, with 23 performances at 22 venues, will begin on Oct. 8, 2026.
The 【TVアニメ『勇者刑に処す 懲罰勇者9004隊刑務記録』POP UP SHOP dress up collection ver.】 is set to open on Friday, Oct. 16!
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株式会社ブシロードクリエイティブ, a group company of 株式会社ブシロード, will hold the 『TVアニメ『勇者刑に処す 懲罰勇者9004隊刑務記録』POP UP SHOP dress up collection ver.』 at ブシロードクリエイティブストア秋葉原本店 from Friday, Oct. 16, 2026, to Tuesday, Nov. 3 (national holiday). New products featuring original illustrations of the characters dressed up, including acrylic stands, tin badges, and clear pouches, will be on sale.
Policy recommendations submitted to Seiko Noda, head of the cross-party parliamentary league promoting inclusive employment (work diversity)
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一般社団法人サステイナブル・サポート held its 4th Employment Policy Review Meeting in Gifu City and handed a set of recommendations, compiled with 18 participating companies, to House of Representatives member Seiko Noda, head of the cross-party parliamentary league promoting inclusive employment (work diversity). The meeting provided an opportunity to bring national policymakers the discussions on challenges in employing people who face barriers to work and concrete measures to address them, as part of the “Gifu City WORK! DIVERSITY Demonstration Model Project.”
Facts
The 4th Employment Policy Review Meeting was held in Gifu City on Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026.
The 4th Employment Policy Review Meeting was held.
To date, executives and others from 18 companies, including listed companies in the Gifu region, have participated
It was launched in November 2024.
Following the submission of recommendations by 日本財団 in March 2025 toward achieving inclusive employment
Original『C'est bon！ おいしいフランス アペリティフ in 京都2026』にわかさ生活のブースが登場！
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株式会社わかさ生活 announced that it will exhibit at 『C'est bon！ おいしいフランス アペリティフ in 京都2026』, to be held at KBSホール on Oct. 8, 2026, and sell products including its craft gin 『ブルーベリードライジンBerry＆Berry』, which is scheduled to begin wholesale sales for the first time, as well as its signature product 『ブルーベリーアイ』.
Facts
Original2026年10月8日(木) 16:00～20:00
6,600 yen per person (tax included)
Admission is limited to people aged 20 and over
Original電話：075-431-7364 (平日 9:30～17:30)
Companies mentioned：株式会社わかさ生活、アペリティフ in 京都実行委員会、株式会社京都放送、在日フランス大使館、アンスティチュ・フランセ、京都市、京都新聞、株式会社モトックス、WAKASA＆CO. KYOTO 京都四条店
[Business succession] Searcher Yoshitaka Izumi takes over ソーシャルサービス, which produces school media and newsletters
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Rocketstar No. 1 Fund, operated by 株式会社ロケットスター, acquired shares in 株式会社ソーシャルサービス, which produces media and newsletters for schools, and completed a business succession. Searcher Yoshitaka Izumi has taken over as the new representative and will pursue a new growth strategy, including expanding services that combine print and digital formats and supporting next-generation education.
Facts
21 years since its founding. We pushed ahead with all our might
Born in Kyoto Prefecture in 1976
Entered the digital marketing industry in 2006
Joined 株式会社アイレップ in 2014
Has also served as a director of 株式会社カラック since 2019
Appointed executive officer and head of the Sales Division at Hakuhodo DY ONE in 2024
Left the company in June 2025
Established: February 13, 2023 (an auspicious day and a day of the tiger)
ロケットスター・サーチファンド1号投資事業有限責任組合
Companies mentioned：株式会社ロケットスター、株式会社ソーシャルサービス、ロケットスター・サーチファンド1号投資事業有限責任組合、株式会社堀場製作所、株式会社アイレップ、株式会社カラック、Hakuhodo DY ONE
“I told them to come to me, so why don’t they?” A practical guide to identifying where team members get stuck and what happens to work after they seek advice is now available
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リクエスト株式会社 has released a free practical guide for leaders, managers and staff responsible for development who support the work of their team members: “I told them to come to me, so why don’t they?” (13 pages, PDF). The company conducts research and develops educational programs in organizational behavioral science®, based on data from 980 companies and 338,000 working people. The guide examines situations where team members do not seek advice even after being told, “Come to me if you run into a problem.” It introduces steps that connect the period before, during and after a consultation; 5 clues to check; a fictional example tracing a case in which a response about a deadline stalls; and a worksheet organized into 6 items. Related research, including on psychological safety, is also cited, and the research findings are clearly distinguished from the guide’s recommendations.
Facts
リクエスト株式会社, which conducts research and develops education in organizational behavioral science® based on data from 980 companies and 33.8万人 of working people
This 13-page guide
The guide presents the following 5 clues to check.
The worksheet helps organize a single work item under the following 6 headings.
What needs an answer by 15 o'clock today
They agree that if there is no response, the manager will take over the necessary coordination, and that they will review the situation together at 13 o'clock.
[Co-op Gunma] Co-op Gunma × Red Feather Community Chest: Applications open for grants for the “Project to Overcome Barriers to Raising Children”
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生活協同組合コープぐんま, in partnership with 社会福祉法人群馬県共同募金会, has opened applications for grants under the “Project to Overcome Barriers to Raising Children,” using unmailed postcards and unused stamps entrusted by its members. The planned total grant amount is 3 million yen, supporting child-rearing activities by nonprofit organizations in Gunma Prefecture.
It is a national higher education institution that provides 5 years of integrated education to train advanced engineers with both practical skills and creativity.
It also has 2-year advanced courses for further specialized study: Mechanical and Control Systems Engineering, and Electronic and Information Systems Engineering.
[Heiwado] Holds ceremony for 2027 new-graduate hires
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株式会社平和堂, based in Hikone, Shiga Prefecture, held a ceremony for prospective 2027 new-graduate hires on October 3 at HATOC Hall on the 3rd floor of Heiwado’s headquarters. There were 104 prospective hires (graduate school and university graduates, and junior college and vocational school graduates); the total number of prospective hires to date is 124, including 17 high school graduates. President and CEO Masatsugu Hiramatsu and others attended, and the company presented hiring certificates and held a talk by the president. After the ceremony, a social gathering was held, featuring a quiz and bingo organized by a planning committee made up of 6 prospective hires.
Facts
Prospective 2027 new-graduate hires: 104 (graduate school and university graduates, and junior college and vocational school graduates)
Total prospective hires to date: 124 (including 17 high school graduates)
Including 17 high school graduates
Ceremony planning committee made up of 6 prospective hires
[Approved by the Hanshin Tigers] Commemorative goshuin book celebrates the 2026 Hanshin Tigers’ second consecutive league title, carrying joy and emotion into the future
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早和製本株式会社 announced that it will release the “2026 Hanshin Tigers League Championship Commemorative Goshuin Book (with league championship commemorative sticker),” approved by the Hanshin Tigers, on October 5. It features a Hanshin Tigers yellow cover, a league championship emblem and a gold-foil sticker. The list price is 2,200 yen (tax included).
Facts
Release date: Monday, October 5
List price: 2,200 yen (tax included)
Height: 180 mm
Width: 120 mm
Thickness: 19 mm
Weight: approximately 201 g
Goshuin book with 48 pages, front and back
The tiger’s 9 championship commemorations are sticker-type
プリファード ホテルズ&リゾーツ expands its “Legend Collection” amid rising demand for destination-driven luxury travel
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プリファード ホテルズ&リゾーツ, the world’s largest independent hotel brand, announced that it will add 11 carefully selected hotels to its top-tier luxury “Legend Collection” in 2026. The collection is expanding its offerings in Europe, North America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East, and now comprises more than 125 hotels worldwide. In response to growing interest in destination-driven travel, the collection caters to the diverse needs of today’s luxury travelers, including opportunities to engage with culture and history, connect with nature, enjoy personalized urban stays and experience next-generation resorts.
Facts
It announced that 11 carefully selected hotels will join the “Legend Collection” in 2026.
The collection has grown to include more than 125 exceptional hotels around the world.
More than 625 distinctive hotels, resorts and residences, as well as hotel groups with unique characteristics, are members across 80 countries.
The Leela Coorg Forest Sanctuary, surrounded by about 31 hectares of primeval forest in India's Western Ghats, opened in July 2026.
The 70-story landmark tower features more than 1,500 luxury rooms and suites, over 20 restaurants and bars, and a beach club.
Features more than 1,500 luxury rooms and suites, over 20 restaurants and bars, and a beach club.
Features over 20 restaurants and bars, and a beach club.
Companies mentioned：プリファード ホテルズ&リゾーツ、Dusit Thani Bangkok、Palais Jamaï Fès、The Leela Coorg Forest Sanctuary、Edgewood Tahoe Resort、San Clemente Palace Venice、MYTHIC SANA Downtown Suites、BLESS Hotel Barcelona、BLESS Ibiza The Site、The Cooper、Wynn Al Marjan Island、Serras Sevilla
The Othello Connect production management system now supports the AI assistant Claude. Search and compile inventory, delivery dates, and sales data using natural language.
LENZ&Co.-backed akippa株式会社 lists on the TSE Standard Market
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株式会社LENZ (LENZ&Co.) announced that akippa株式会社 (securities code: 627A), which it has supported with its IPO, made its debut on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard Market on Sept. 18, 2026. LENZ&Co. provided support in preparing roadshow materials.
Facts
Made its debut on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard Market on Sept. 18, 2026
Securities code: 627A (listed on Sept. 18, 2026)
Lists more than 55,000 parking lots nationwide (average for December 2025)
The cumulative number of registered members reached 5.5 million as of the end of July 2026.
End outsourced, black-boxed SEO! ipe, with over 500 client companies supported, launches an “SEO In-house Enablement Program” to help companies conduct professional analysis and strategy planning themselves.
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株式会社ipe has officially launched its “SEO In-house Enablement Service,” which helps organizations build the structure to complete SEO analysis and strategy planning in-house. Drawing on a track record of supporting over 500 companies and a retention rate of over 95%, the service uses hands-on support based on real-world data to help build in-house teams that can operate independently.
Domestic CNAPP Cloudbase adds over 200 guides on how to fix misconfigurations
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Cloudbase株式会社 has added over 200 “fix instructions” to its domestic CNAPP Cloudbase to help users address misconfigurations. The guides cover diagnostic items rated Critical, High, and Medium, and now include correction procedures using the CLI, Terraform, and CloudFormation (AWS only), in addition to the console.
Facts
Created and added over 200 fix guides for diagnostic items rated Critical / High / Medium
What role does HR need to play in the AI era? DYM HR Tech Division head Sosuke Sasaki speaks at “General Affairs, HR & Accounting Week”
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Sosuke Sasaki, head of the HR Tech Division at 株式会社DYM, spoke at the session “Transforming HR Culture: Dividing Responsibilities Between AI and HR, and What People Should Specialize In—Lessons from the Front Lines” at “General Affairs, HR & Accounting Week,” held at Tokyo Big Sight on Sept. 16, 2026. Alongside Mr. Kishii of Mercari and Mr. Nishimura of OneHR, he discussed the division of responsibilities between AI and people, as well as HR modernization. The AI interview service HRmax, developed by Sasaki, was also introduced.
Facts
“General Affairs, HR & Accounting Week,” held at Tokyo Big Sight on Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026
Date and time: Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026, 12:00–13:00
Expanding support for small and midsize companies entering India
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Shoko Chukin Bank is expanding its support for small and midsize companies entering India, assigning 1 employee to Gurgaon, Haryana, to strengthen its information services. It supports about 10 companies, mainly auto parts suppliers, and helped establish a strategic relationship between Yamada Seisakusho and Indian auto parts maker J.K. Fenner as its first successful collaboration case, announced on Oct. 1, 2026.
Facts
In May 2026, 1 employee was assigned to Gurgaon, Haryana,
providing support to about 10 companies, mainly auto parts suppliers
announced on Oct. 1, 2026, that they had established a strategic relationship
[Webinar] “AI That Works Is Not the Same as AI You Can Trust: How to Verify the Quality and Security of AI for Customer Service” to be held on Wednesday, Oct. 14, at 12 p.m.
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Priv Tech株式会社 announced that it will hold a free online seminar, “AI That Works Is Not the Same as AI You Can Trust: How to Verify the Quality and Security of AI for Customer Service,” at 12 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026. The seminar will explain the need for evaluation processes for generative AI chatbots, how to establish a basis for selecting them, and systems for ongoing monitoring to detect declines in accuracy.
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Date and time: Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026, 12:00–12:30 (Japan time)
Established: March 2, 2020
Address: 34th Floor, Atago Green Hills Mori Tower, 2-5-1 Atago, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Controversy over Yang Shuang-tzu's Munich lecture; overseas mission confirms China intervened and pressured organizers to cancel
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Writer Yang Shuang-tzu gave a talk at the Literaturhaus München in Germany, where interpreter Cao Changzhen's performance sparked controversy. Zhao Yanqing, head of 台灣駐慕尼黑代表處, confirmed that before the event, 中國駐慕尼黑總領事館 pressured the organizers to cancel it and proposed replacing Yang Shuang-tzu with a Chinese writer, but the literature center refused. The interpreter avoided sensitive terms such as “Republic of China,” “Taiwan” and “China” that day, translated “cognitive warfare” as “misinformation,” and referred to China as “the big neighbor,” prompting dissatisfaction and protests from Taiwanese people in attendance.
寶泰 partners with 泰福 on antibody drug projects, targeting global veterinary care market
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Animal drug company 寶泰生醫 announced a multi-project development and manufacturing partnership with Bora Biologics, a subsidiary of 泰福生技. The initial phase will advance at least 3 antibody-based veterinary drug programs, including 2 monoclonal antibody programs and 1 bispecific antibody program. The partners will combine U.S. and Taiwan biologics resources to target the global pet healthcare market.
Facts
At least 3 antibody programs set to advance in the initial phase
Including 2 monoclonal antibody programs and 1 bispecific antibody
The U.S. midterm elections will be held on November 3
U.S. inflation was 3.4% in August
29% of voters volunteered the economy as an issue, more than 3 times the share for any other category
57% of voters listed groceries, gas prices or utility bills among their top 3 concerns
Only 34% of respondents approve of Trump's handling of the U.S.-Iran conflict
55% of respondents disapprove of Trump's approach to immigration
62% of Latino voters disapprove of the government's actions on deportations and immigration enforcement
97% of Americans believe the federal government is corrupt to at least some degree
66% of respondents said they have little or no confidence that Trump will avoid using his presidential office to benefit his family businesses
50% of respondents believe data centers negatively affect household energy costs
Another 54% of respondents believe data centers harm the environment
Companies mentioned：中央社、法新社、皮尤研究中心（Pew Research Center）、艾默生（Emerson）、路透社/益普索（Reuters/Ipsos）、馬瑞斯特（Marist）、約瑟夫．雷尼公共政策中心（Joseph Rainey Center for Public Policy）、麻薩諸塞大學安模斯特分校（University of Massachusetts Amherst）、移民暨海關執法局（ICE）
KMT lawmakers urge 沈伯洋 to admit fault over drug comments and promise not to provide drugs in community centers
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
KMT lawmakers 羅智強, 李彥秀, 賴士葆, 徐巧芯, 葉元之 and 許宇甄, along with several city councilors from Taipei, New Taipei and Taoyuan, held a news conference at the Legislative Yuan today and issued a joint “Anti-Drug Wave” statement. They called on 民進黨 Taipei mayoral candidate 沈伯洋 to admit fault for his 2016 remarks advocating that drugs be provided to drug users at community centers, and to promise that he would not provide drugs to drug users at community centers. The KMT lawmakers stressed that zero tolerance for drugs had been a goal of previous governments, criticized 沈伯洋 for not admitting fault, and said his position amounted to turning drug distribution into a campaign platform. They also said they would send LED advertising trucks around Taipei to promote their anti-drug stance.
Facts
沈伯洋 advocated in 2016 that drugs be provided to drug users at community centers
沈伯洋 can say that the paper was written more than 10 years ago