『eFootball™』 delivers fierce competition as an esports event at the 20th Asian Games
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株式会社コナミデジタルエンタテインメント announced that 『eFootball™』 was held as an esports event at the 20th Asian Games on September 22–23, and that Japan’s representatives (mobile player Yuga Chatani and PC player Eikiya Kida) won bronze medals. On October 5, a report-back event for the Japanese team was held at the esports TOKYO BAY studio inside Konami Creative Front Tokyo Bay. Iran won gold and Malaysia won silver in the knockout tournament.
Facts
20th Asian Games
Asia’s largest sporting event, with 45 countries and regions from across Asia participating
This is the 3rd time Japan has hosted the event, and the first in 32 years
38 athletes from 19 countries and regions across Asia competed
Launched in 1995 as the home video game “Winning Eleven”
Cumulative downloads have now exceeded 1 billion
More than 16 million players worldwide participated
“eJ.League eFootball™,” featuring all 40 J1 and J2 clubs
Selected for 7 consecutive tournaments, beginning with the 2019 Ibaraki Games
The latest issue of “Tachikawa Monogatari,” No. 22, the city history newsletter introducing Tachikawa’s history and development, is now available!!
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立川市役所 published and is distributing issue No. 22 of its city history newsletter, “Tachikawa Monogatari,” on September 18, Reiwa 8. Feature 1 presents findings from research into documents of the Sunagawa family, who developed Sunagawa Village in the present-day Tachikawa area during the Edo period, along with a digest of the lecture “Exploring Edo-period Sunagawa through hawking grounds and the Tamagawa Aqueduct,” held in March, Reiwa 8. Feature 2 explains highlights of the exhibition “The Front and Home Front of Military Tachikawa: From the Official Documents of Sunagawa Village and Tachikawa City,” running through October 20, Reiwa 8.
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“Tachikawa Monogatari,” No. 22, published September 18, Reiwa 8
Titled “300 Years of Records Told Through the Sunagawa Family Documents”
A lecture related to the new Tachikawa City history project, held in March, Reiwa 8
(On display through October 20, Reiwa 8)
Featuring official documents from Sunagawa Village and Tachikawa City, mainly from Showa 一九 and 二〇, the final years of World War II
[Event Report] 22 top Japanese and Korean artists gathered in Incheon, South Korea, thrilling around ４０，０００ people! “XMF 2026 (Xnterstellar Music Festival 2026)”
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The Japanese-Korean music festival “XMF 2026 (Xnterstellar Music Festival 2026)” was held for the first time at パラダイスシティ in Incheon, South Korea, over 2 days, October 3 (Saturday) and 4 (Sunday), 2026. A total of 24 acts performed: 22 top Japanese and Korean artists and 2 opening DJs, drawing around 40,000 attendees across both days. The festival was co-hosted by XMF実行委員会 and NPO法人日韓文化交流会, with support from CEIPA, the Federation of Music Producers Japan (FMPJ) and 仁川広域市. Plans call for it to grow into a rotating festival held alternately in Japan and South Korea, beginning with an event in Japan in 2027.
Facts
Around 40,000 people attended across both days
Two days: October 3 (Saturday) and 4 (Sunday), 2026
Announced the 3rd full-length album, “面 : Unknown Atlas,” featuring 17 tracks
To be held over 2 days, October 3 (Saturday) and 4 (Sunday), 2026, at パラダイスシティ in Incheon, South Korea
First featured in the November issue of 日経トレンディ, on sale October 2! 株式会社iiTEC’s “720-Degree Patrol Camera” and next-generation disaster prevention and site management solution using proprietary edge AI were featured as noteworthy technologies.
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株式会社iiTEC announced that its disaster prevention and site management solutions using its AI video solution, the “720-Degree Patrol Camera (Cupola360),” and proprietary edge AI were featured for the first time in the November issue of 日経トレンディ, published by 日経BP and released on October 2, 2026. They are presented, along with implementation examples, as noteworthy technologies for BCP measures and digital transformation at work sites.
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Original1台で上下左右の全方位（720度）空間を連続撮影
Combines into 1 unit the surveillance cameras that previously required multiple units
iiTEC began with the strong vision of its representative, who started the company at age 54
Ahead of the 100th anniversary of the founding of Sogetsu, the 107th Sogetsu Ikebana Exhibition, “Arrange. Live.,” will be held at 日本橋髙島屋S.C., exploring each person’s own way of creating ikebana
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一般財団法人草月会 (いけばな草月流) will hold the 107th Sogetsu Ikebana Exhibition, “Arrange. Live.,” at the main building’s 8th-floor hall of 日本橋髙島屋S.C. from October 21 to 26, 2026. Ahead of the school’s 100th anniversary in 2027, the exhibition, curated by 4th-generation headmaster 勅使河原茜, will display 512 works in total across the first and second periods, including works by the headmaster. A special display of works by 勅使河原茜 will also be held on the 1st-floor main entrance stage from October 14 to 26.
Facts
“The 107th Sogetsu Ikebana Exhibition: Arrange. Live.”
The school will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2027
Exhibition dates: October 21 (Wednesday)–26 (Monday), 2026
More than 500 flowers from the first and second periods will adorn the venue
511 collaborative and individual works (across the first and second periods)
512 works planned in total
Same-day tickets: 1,200 yen (tax included)
Hours: 10:30–19:00 (closes at 19:30)
In 1927, questioning conventional ikebana
Became the 4th-generation headmaster in 2001
Designating the 2 years starting this April as the 100th-anniversary period of the school’s founding
株式会社アモティ, a consolidated subsidiary of 株式会社fantasista (TSE Standard: 1783), operates the franchise buyback specialty store 買取専門店「おたからや」. On October 5, 2026, it newly opened “おたからや Oshiage Store” in Oshiage, Sumida-ku, Tokyo, expanding its store network to 28 locations. It aims to reach 31 locations by the end of 2026.
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Original2026年10月5日に新たに1店舗をオープンいたします
With the opening of 1 new store, the number of stores operated will reach 28
Expanded to a network of 27 stores
August 12, 2026: 24 stores
We will continue opening stores toward achieving a network of 31 locations by the end of 2026
TSE Standard: 1783
On September 20, 2026, 3 stores—“Shimbashi Station Front,” “Yoyogi-Uehara” and “Route 6 Shimashimo-Yoshikichi”—opened on the same day
Japan’s esports team wins a total of 5 medals, including 2 golds, at the 20th Asian Games (2026/Aichi-Nagoya)
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At the esports competition of the 20th Asian Games (2026/Aichi-Nagoya), Japan’s national team won a total of 5 medals: 2 gold, 2 silver and 1 bronze. About 500 competitors from 29 countries and regions took part, with contests held across 11 events and 13 titles. Japan’s 25-member team competed in 7 events. Puyo Puyo eSports (player Yuki Kurihara) and Pokémon UNITE won gold medals; the team fighting game event and Identity V won silver medals; and eFootball™ won a bronze medal.
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2 gold medals
A total of 5 medals (2 gold, 2 silver and 1 bronze)
About 500 competitors from 29 countries and regions took part
About 500 competitors took part
Competition was held across 11 events and 13 titles
Japan’s 25-member team competed in 7 events
They also denied Indonesia any momentum in the final and defeated them 3-1
Two TOPPAN initiatives win in the Childbirth and Child-Rearing Support category at the 20th Kids Design Award
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TOPPAN株式会社 won in the Childbirth and Child-Rearing Support category at the 20th Kids Design Award for 2 initiatives: its multilingual communication support system “E-Traノート” and healthcare IoT service “わたしの温度®.” “E-Traノート” was also selected for the themed award, the Children and Child-Rearing Environment Award (Award from the Minister in Charge of Children’s Policies). In addition, “AIコミュニケータ―,” jointly developed by TOPPAN and the Total Media Development Institute, won in the Sensitivity and Creativity Development category.
Facts
20th Kids Design Award
More than 500 standard phrases and words are registered
Accurate translations can be produced in 12 languages with high demand
It has been used at more than 300 schools nationwide
【JAF Tokyo】The JAF road service and JAF aerobics organizations team up for the first time! Safe driving course for drivers to be held
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JAF Tokyo Branch (Japan Automobile Federation, a general incorporated association) will team up for the first time with the Japan Aerobic Federation, a public interest incorporated association that uses the same abbreviation, “JAF,” to hold a hands-on practical safe-driving course, “Drivers’ Seminar: Safe Driving Course,” at the Tokyo Transport Branch of the Kanto District Transport Bureau on November 8, 2026. Participants will learn about safe driving from both the perspectives of driving skills and physical function through activities including slow aerobics and slalom driving. Enrollment is limited to 10 people. The fee is 1,100 yen for JAF members and 2,200 yen for nonmembers.
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November 8, 2026 (Sunday), from 13:00 to 16:30
Enrollment limit: 10 people (minimum number required: 5)
10 people (minimum number required: 5)
JAF members: 1,100 yen (tax included)
General participants: 2,200 yen (tax included)
Application deadline: October 25, 2026 (Sunday)
Those able to participate in a privately owned passenger vehicle with a 3, 5 or 7 series registration plate (with voluntary insurance and ABS)
Teaming up for the first time with the Japan Aerobic Federation (JAPAN AEROBIC FEDERATION), a public interest incorporated association that uses the same abbreviation, JAF
Spotify to hold first fan-invited live recording event for video podcast “Liner Voice+” to celebrate the release of Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s new album “POPS”
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Spotify held the first fan-invited live recording event for its exclusive video podcast “Liner Voice+” on October 4, 2026, to celebrate the release of Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s new album “POPS.” A total of 300 people selected by lottery from among Spotify Premium’s top listeners attended, and the 3 members discussed the background behind the creation of all 16 tracks on the album and the thoughts they put into them. The recording is scheduled to be released exclusively on Spotify at a later date.
Facts
Spotify, an audio streaming service used by more than 770 million users worldwide
A total of 300 people will be selected by lottery from among Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s top Spotify Premium listeners and invited
Featuring a total of 16 tracks, including 9 new songs
Featuring a total of 16 tracks, including 9 new songs in addition to 7 previously released tracks
・Date: October 4, 2026 (Sunday)
Ranked No. 1 as the “most-streamed artist in Japan” for 3 consecutive years, from 2023 to 2025
Mrs. GREEN APPLE songs accounted for an impressive 7 of the annual TOP10 tracks
The song logged 6 consecutive weeks at No. 1 on the Japanese weekly chart
Arena tour of 28 performances in 13 cities
More than 100 million songs
More than 6 million podcast programs
More than 180 countries and regions
770 million users, including 300 million paid subscribers
Companies mentioned：スポティファイジャパン株式会社、Spotify AB、Mrs. GREEN APPLE
Special exhibition “Let’s Play with Picture Books: My First ? (HATENA),” presented at 福岡市科学館, which our company operates, wins the キッズデザイン協議会会長賞
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The special exhibition “Let’s Play with Picture Books: My First ? (HATENA),” presented at 福岡市科学館, which is operated by 株式会社トータルメディア開発研究所, has won the キッズデザイン協議会会長賞 in the 20th Kids Design Awards.
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The special exhibition “Let’s Play with Picture Books: My First ? (HATENA),” presented at 福岡市科学館, which is operated by 株式会社トータルメディア開発研究所, has won the キッズデザイン協議会会長賞 in the 20th Kids Design Awards.
The キッズデザイン協議会会長賞 is one of the awards presented to the 35 works nominated as outstanding entries.
This was an interactive exhibition for young children held at 福岡市科学館 in spring 2025.
The award category is “Cultivating Sensibility and Creativity.”
The “AI Communicator,” jointly developed with TOPPAN株式会社, also won a Kids Design Award in the same category.
Since 2017, the company has been advancing its operational services at 福岡市科学館 as its designated administrator.
株式会社万代 announced that it will unveil its official character “Mannyai” on October 5, 2026. スーパーマーケット万代 has shared information through microphone performances, handwritten POP displays and flyers, but created the new character to deepen communication with a wider range of people. The design was created by illustrator “こばayashi けいこ,” who has ties to the Kansai region. The character will appear on the official website, Instagram, in-store POP displays and at store events, among other venues. The sub-character “Mandafuru Friend” is also scheduled to appear in due course.
Facts
The official character “Mannyai” will be unveiled on October 5, 2026.
Palabra株式会社, a group company of ポールトゥウィンホールディングス株式会社, is marking the 10th anniversary of “UDCast MOVIE,” an app that supports accessible movie screenings, and will exhibit for the first time at “Tomotomo Festa 2026,” hosted by the 内閣府 in Tokyo’s Marunouchi district on October 9 and 10, 2026. At a talk show, director 深田晃司, 大河内直之 and Palabra representative 庄子山上 will discuss “The Future of Film and Accessibility.” The exhibition booth will offer subtitle and audio-description demonstrations, as well as an advance opportunity to experience watching films with subtitles using the “SABERA” smart glasses (jig.jp／Cellid).
Facts
A milestone year marking 10 years since accessibility in film got fully underway
UDCast MOVIE (U-D-Cast Movie) is a free app released in 2016
Talk show: 15:00–15:45 (about 45 minutes)
“Tomotomo Festa,” being held for the 2nd time following last year
Admission: Free
Worked for 7 years as a researcher studying mangroves in Okinawa
“7 people,” “70 people” and “70 people”! HONMA to launch anniversary campaign on Monday, October 5
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Honma Golf will launch a campaign on October 5, 2026, to mark the renovation of its Tokyo-area stores ahead of its 70th anniversary. A total of 147 people will receive prizes through a quiz entry: BUGATTI collaboration putters for 7 people, 2026 D1 balls for 70 people, and HONMA ball cases for 70 people.
“Machi-uma,” a community service that brings everyone together to energize their beloved towns through “delicious food,” expands to Suita City
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The community service “Machi-uma,” operated by エイチ・ツー・オー ネクスト株式会社, launched in Suita, Osaka Prefecture, on October 5, 2026. Since launching in Takatsuki in May 2023, it has expanded to Ibaraki City and Shimamoto Town (April 2026) and Settsu City (July of the same year). The service plans to expand to Toyonaka, Minoh and Ikeda during fiscal 2026, and to Osaka City in fiscal 2027.
Facts
The service launched in Suita, Osaka Prefecture, on October 5, 2026.
It launched in Takatsuki in May 2023 as the first service to implement the group-wide ID, “H2O ID”
Today, about 1 in 3 Takatsuki residents have downloaded the app.
Furthermore, in April 2026, Ibaraki City and Shimamoto Town
In July, the target area was also expanded to Settsu City.
Registered members: approximately 130,000 (as of the end of July 2026)
The company aims to expand to Toyonaka City, Minoh City and Ikeda City during fiscal 2026.
It will then step up its expansion into Osaka City in fiscal 2027.
Expansion to neighboring prefectures, including Hyogo and Kyoto, is planned for fiscal 2028.
Refineverse Group to make its first appearance at DESIGNART TOKYO 2026
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Refineverse Group will make its first appearance at DESIGNART TOKYO 2026, presenting recycled materials under the concept “Garbage = Resources” in a design by 乃村工藝社 no.10. The event runs from Oct. 30 to Nov. 3, 2026, at Daikanyama Hillside Terrace.
Facts
株式会社リファインバースグループ will make its first appearance at DESIGNART TOKYO 2026.
The exhibition design will be handled by no.10 of 株式会社乃村工藝社.
The exhibition concepts are “Garbage = Resources” and “= (equals).”
The exhibition will run for 5 days, from Oct. 30, 2026 (Friday) to Nov. 3 (Tuesday, a holiday).
The venue is Building F, Daikanyama Hillside Terrace (18-8 Sarugakucho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo).
The representative director and president is 越智晶.
Companies mentioned：株式会社リファインバースグループ、株式会社乃村工藝社、乃村工藝社 no.10、DESIGNART TOKYO
Masato Masuda appointed new general manager of グランド ハイアット 福岡
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グランド ハイアット 福岡 announced that 増田 正人 was appointed its new general manager effective Oct. 1, 2026. Masuda began his career at 名古屋マリオットアソシアホテル and went on to serve as director of revenue management at ヒルトン名古屋 and ヒルトン東京. He joined ハイアット in 2019 as director of sales and marketing at グランド ハイアット 東京. After serving as deputy general manager in 2023 and hotel manager in 2025, he will lead the further growth of グランド ハイアット 福岡, which celebrates its 30th anniversary this year.
Facts
増田 正人 assumed the position of general manager effective Oct. 1, 2026.
Address: 1-2-82 Sumiyoshi, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City
30 minutes by car from the airport
The history and traditions built by グランド ハイアット 福岡 over 30 years
グランド ハイアット 福岡 celebrates its 30th anniversary of opening this year.
Joined ハイアット in 2019 as director of sales and marketing at グランド ハイアット 東京.
Became deputy general manager, responsible for sales and marketing, in 2023.
Sunsun Sponge creates commemorative sponge to celebrate the 120th anniversary of ハワイ出雲大社
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株式会社ダイニチ・コーポレーション announced that it has produced a “ハワイ出雲大社 120th Anniversary Commemorative Item” featuring its flagship product, サンサンスポンジ. The item will be presented in limited quantities to attendees at the ハワイ出雲大社 120th anniversary celebration ceremony on Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026. It will not be available for general sale and features a special design by Hawaii-based artist Taka Noguchi.
Facts
ハワイ出雲大社 marks the 120th anniversary of its establishment in 1906.
To coincide with the “120th Anniversary Celebration Ceremony” to be held on Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026
Established: December 1973
It is a family-run business spanning three generations, founded more than 50 years ago in 1973.
It arrives in a compact package just 7 mm thick.
楽天市場 ranks No. 1 in the cleaning-supplies sponge category for 6 consecutive years
The initial release sold out in just 2 weeks.
We have been pioneers in solid detergents for 52 years
The number of companies using オフィスステーション, the human resources and labor management cloud software offered by 株式会社エフアンドエム, has surpassed 60,000. Demand for more efficient procedures has grown amid the expansion of social insurance coverage in October 2026. Flexible options that let customers select only the functions they need, along with robust customer success support, have driven new customer acquisition. The company will continue to support responses to legal revisions and improve operational efficiency.
Facts
The number of client companies has surpassed 60,000.
The eligibility requirements for social insurance enrollment will change in October 2026.
The expansion of the system’s coverage will continue in stages through 2035.
Securities code: 4771 (Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard Market)
Original資本金：9億8,965万円（2026年6月末現在）
Original連結売上高：208億767万円（2026年3月期・連結）
Employees: 1,056 (as of the end of June 2026, consolidated)
Hani-chan birthday commemorative “MEICA Card” to be distributed and sold in Toyosu for a limited time on Oct. 10 and 11
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APAMAN株式会社 has created the “Hani-chan MEICA Card Birthday Version” in collaboration with maze creator Yoshikawa Meiro’s “MEICA (Meika) Local Maze Cards” to mark the October 6 birthday of its official character, “Hani-chan.” The cards will be distributed free to the first 50 people each day (100 in total) at “Oktoberfest 2026 in アーバンドック ららぽーと豊洲” for 2 days only, October 10 (Saturday) and 11 (Sunday), 2026. Additional cards will be sold for 300 yen each (tax included).
Facts
Available for distribution and sale for 2 days only, October 10 (Saturday) and 11 (Sunday), 2026.
1 card will be given free to each of the first 50 people each day, for a total of 100 people over 2 days.
Original1枚300円（税込）で数量限定販売
Limit of 5 cards per person.
September 18 (Friday)–October 12 (Monday, public holiday), 2026
Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays, 11:00–21:30 (L.O. 21:00)
Donation drive launches for all ６ projects tackling social challenges!
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山梨県 has launched a donation drive for 6 projects tackling social challenges through “Furusato Tax for Good.” Donations raised through this crowdfunding-style hometown tax donation program will be provided by the prefecture as grants to support entrepreneurs working on issues including support for children who do not attend school, establishing anime pilgrimage sites, addressing overtourism in tourist destinations, and creating jobs in hilly and mountainous areas.
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■ Donation target: 500,000 yen (to be raised to a maximum of 2 million yen depending on the progress toward the target)
An amount equal to donations minus the listing fee (11%) will be provided as grants, up to a maximum of 1.78 million yen (grant rate: 10/10).
Grant rate: 10/10
■ Donation period: October 1 (Thursday)–December 31 (Thursday), Reiwa 8
More than 50 projects addressing a range of social issues are being carried out in 14 countries worldwide.
Report on the free pachinko and pachislot app “777Real” exhibiting at “Nagano Aniera Festa 2026”
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A report on the sponsorship and booth exhibit by “777Real,” a free pachinko and pachislot app operated by 株式会社サミーネットワークス, at the anime song outdoor festival “Nagano Aniera Festa 2026,” held September 19 and 20, 2026, at Komaba Park in Saku, Nagano Prefecture. The app held hands-on sessions, a smart-ball challenge and in-game events, and 21,762 people entered the in-game mission.
Facts
Sponsored the anime song outdoor festival “Nagano Aniera Festa 2026,” held for 2 days, September 19 (Saturday) and September 20 (Sunday), 2026, at Komaba Park in Saku, Nagano Prefecture.
A smartphone app where users can enjoy more than 100 pachinko and pachislot games for free, including machines tied in with popular anime.
One-plate meals and easy-to-make fried dishes: “Yuppi’s Hearty One-Plate Meals and Fried Recipes That Won Over Her Husband, 11 Years Her Junior,” on sale October 8!
[阪急うめだ本店] A special one-day event, too! 7 days celebrating the fusion of Japan’s “traditional techniques” and “contemporary sensibilities”: “CROSSLINKING: Japanese Creators”
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阪急うめだ本店 will hold “A Bridge Connecting Us with Japan’s Traditional Techniques: CROSSLINKING: Japanese Creators” for 7 days, October 28 (Wednesday)–November 3 (Tuesday, public holiday), at Promotion Space 11 on the 1st floor. The event will feature 3 brands: Nishijin gold-leaf bags by “HERMNANT（ハームナント）,” teaware by “文祥窯,” which carries on early Imari techniques, and “あはひの,” traditional pan-fired tea from Ureshino, Saga. Ahead of the event, a pre-event experience session, “How to Enjoy Sencha,” will be held on October 24 (Saturday).
Facts
Period: October 28 (Wednesday)–November 3 (Tuesday, public holiday)
※Pre-event experience session, “How to Enjoy Sencha”: October 24 (Saturday), Diamond Hall, 13th floor
“HERMNANT（ハームナント）” bag (W42 × H18 × D18 cm): 166,100 yen
“文祥窯（ぶんしょうがま）” white porcelain faceted cup: 8,800 yen each
・Price: 14,300 yen (includes tea cup and tea container〈drawstring pouch〉)
・Capacity: 5 people per session
〇 “文祥窯（ぶんしょうがま）” tableware, preserving the techniques and individuality of 400-year-old Ko-Imari ware
A seminar titled “Strategies for Creating and Building Partnerships in Regional Food Tech” will be held on November 17 (Tuesday), 2026, with speakers Niimi and Hashimoto of the Regional Transformation Unit at (株)NTTデータ経営研究所!!
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株式会社新社会システム総合研究所（SSK） has announced that it will hold a seminar on November 17 (Tuesday), 2026, on “Strategies for Creating and Building Partnerships in Regional Food Tech.” Speakers will be Yukiko Niimi, senior manager, and Tomoaki Hashimoto, manager, of the Regional Transformation Unit at 株式会社NTTデータ経営研究所. They will discuss how food tech, one of the 17 fields in the Japan Growth Strategy promoted by the Takaichi administration, can be linked with regional future strategies, as well as overseas examples such as Food Valley in the Netherlands and the formation of clusters.
Facts
November 17, ２０２６ (Tuesday), 4 p.m.–6 p.m.
It is one of the 17 strategic fields in the “Japan Growth Strategy” promoted by the Takaichi administration.
Original新社会システム総合研究所(SSK)は、1996年12月6日に設立
Since its founding, it has planned and held approximately 500 business seminars for companies annually for more than 28 years
Plans and holds approximately 500 business seminars for corporate clients annually
Archived stream (available for 2 weeks; watch as many times as you like at a time that suits you)
“Street Fighter,” a landmark fighting game series with cumulative worldwide sales of more than 60 million units (as of June 30, 2026)
The new live-action film, with just 2 weeks to go until its simultaneous worldwide release on October 16 (Friday)
A campaign is underway on Capcom’s official X accounts “SF公式 (@StreetFighterJA)” and “スト6広報部 (@SF6_PR),” offering invitations to 25 pairs, or 50 people
Price: ¥5,000 (tax included; shipping extra)
1 general movie ticket voucher + 1 “desk mat”: ¥5,900 (tax included)
Purchase a “PlayStation® Store Card” worth ¥3,000 or ¥5,000
The Sea of Japan’s winter delicacy, snow crab, season opens on Friday, November 6! “食処 金沢 酢重,” beneath Kenrokuen in Kanazawa, will offer a “Winter Crab Feast Course” starting Friday, November 13.
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Original株式会社フォンスが運営する「HOTEL AO KANAZAWA」1階の「食処 金沢 酢重」において、石川県で11月6日に解禁となるズワイガニを使用した「冬の蟹づくしコース」を2026年11月13日（金）～2027年2月28日（日）の期間で提供開始。焼き・茹で・しゃぶしゃぶなど調理法を変えてズワイガニの甘みと香りを引き出す全9品のコースで、1名33,000円（税込）。宿泊付きのプランも同期間で用意。
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Original【金額】1名様 33,000円（税込）
In Ishikawa Prefecture, crab fishing season opens every year on November 6
Serving period: November 13, 2026–February 28, 2027
Loft: from ¥91,100 (tax and service charge included)
Tatami: from ¥92,000 (tax and service charge included)
Standard: from ¥98,600 (tax and service charge included)
Superior: from ¥103,000 (tax and service charge included)
Ao Suite: from ¥133,800 (tax and service charge included)
Number of rooms: 15 (19–61 square meters)
Opening date: September 1, 2024 (Sunday)
Original食処 金沢 酢重 TEL：076-223-4640（7：00～22：00）
Phone: 076-223-4630
Serving hours: Dinner (from 16:00)
The “Winter Crab Feast Course” requires reservations at least 3 days in advance.
Companies mentioned：株式会社フォンス、HOTEL AO KANAZAWA、食処 金沢 酢重、酢重
株式会社ムゲンエステート (securities code: 3299) has entered the 9th Home Staging Contest, organized by 一般社団法人日本ホームステージング協会, in 2 categories: vacant-home staging and virtual home staging. Voting runs from September 11 to October 9, 2026.
Facts
株式会社ムゲンエステート has entered the 9th Home Staging Contest, organized by 一般社団法人日本ホームステージング協会
The entries are in 2 categories: “Vacant Home Staging” and “Virtual Home Staging”
Voting runs from Friday, September 11, 2026, through Friday, October 9, 2026
株式会社ムゲンエステート’s representative director is 藤田進一
株式会社ムゲンエステート, securities code 3299, is listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard Market
株式会社ムゲンエステート was established on May 2, 1990
Its head office is on the 16th floor of Otemachi Financial City South Tower, 大手町一丁目9番7号, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
[松江市] Supporting the first step toward entrepreneurship! Launch of crowdfunding-style hometown tax donations
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松江市 has launched a crowdfunding-style hometown tax donation program to support entrepreneurs. Donations will fund the operation of MIX, a community for entrepreneurs; development grants for prototype creation; and entrepreneurship support programs. The fundraising target is ¥2 million, and the campaign runs from October 3 to December 31, Reiwa 8, on ふるさとチョイス. This initiative follows the development grant program established last fiscal year.
Prestigious Schools Joint Discussion 2026 《灘中×四天王寺中×希学園》 to be held!
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株式会社希学園 announced that it will hold “Prestigious Schools Joint Discussion 2026” on November 25, 2026, at AP Osaka Chayamachi, with faculty members from the prestigious boys’ school 灘中学校 and girls’ school 四天王寺中学校. Online participation is also available, and admission is free. The discussion will cover differences in education at boys’ and girls’ schools and how to nurture the abilities needed to thrive in an unpredictable era.
Facts
Date and time: November 25 (Wednesday), 10:00–11:30
Applications are also accepted by phone via the toll-free number (0120-933-223).
MEO optimization AI “口コミロボ™” revamps competitor comparison feature: Compare nearby competitors’ Google Maps rankings and reviews side by side to see which keywords you are losing on
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SweetLeap株式会社 has revamped the competitor comparison feature of “口コミロボ™,” an AI agent specializing in gaining reviews on Google Maps. Users can register up to 3 nearby competing stores and up to 5 keywords to track. Google Maps rankings are updated weekly, while ratings and review counts are updated daily, allowing comparison with your own store. Differences in keywords, rankings and review counts, as well as what customers praise in competitors’ reviews, can all be viewed on one screen. The feature is intended to help users improve Google Business Profile posts and review store information.
Facts
Register up to 3 nearby competing stores
Google Maps rankings for up to 5 tracked keywords are updated weekly
Original注目キーワードでのGoogleマップの順位は、週に1回、競合店と並べて計測します
Ratings and review counts for competing stores are updated daily
[Featuring approximately 100 major and leading companies] The “type Engineering Career Fair” will be held at Tokyo International Forum on Saturday, Oct. 24, with standout programs including a special seminar by 安野貴博 of チームみらい and a “Space × Cabinet Office” seminar
Service launches today: “Hoku Pay,” the first original digital local currency in 東京都北区, is finally available!
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株式会社ポケットチェンジ, a group company of 株式会社デジタルガレージ, is launching “Hoku Pay,” 東京都北区’s original digital local currency, today, October 5, 2026. The company handled everything from app development and system construction to operations, and is launching 3 opening campaigns, including digital shopping vouchers with a 30% premium and a total issuance of around ¥1.8 billion.
Facts
The smartphone app “Hoku Pay” officially launches today, Monday, October 5, 2026
Hoku Pay with a 30% premium (total issuance of around ¥1.8 billion)
Hoku Pay with a 30% premium
Original1口5,000円の購入で6,500円分（1,500円分お得）使えるデジタル商品券
Original1口5,000円の購入で6,500円分（1,500円分お得）
Original1人最大10口（5万円購入で6万5,000円分利用可能、最大15,000円お得）
Original1人最大10口（5万円購入で6万5,000円分利用可能
Buy for ¥50,000 and use ¥65,000 worth
Save up to ¥15,000
The first 60,000 people will receive ¥500 worth (500 points) on the spot
The first 30,000 people will also receive ¥1,500 worth (1,500 points)
Kita Ward marks its 80th anniversary as a ward in 2026
Valid: Monday, November 2–Wednesday, March 31, 2027
Young employees from the digital generation turn their attention to “vinyl records,” creating merchandise inspired by the “record café” experience they discovered at a physical store
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ユニファースト株式会社 has planned and developed original merchandise inspired by the world of “record cafés,” with 6 young employees taking the lead. A variety of items, including record-shaped pouches and plush toys, will be unveiled for the first time at the “28th 販促EXPO 秋,” held at Tokyo Big Sight from October 7–9, 2026.
Facts
6 young employees, mainly in their 20s
October 7 (Wed.)–9 (Fri.), 2026
10：00～17：00
Tokyo Big Sight, South Exhibition Hall, A12-14
Hires at least 5 people every year
Since 2024, strengthening new graduate recruitment with 5 or more hires each year
Dedicated armrests for commercial vehicles, including the Every, go on sale. Alongside a cargo-area storage rack for the HiAce, the products promise greater comfort and load capacity
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株式会社カーメイト announced that it will launch “Door Armrests” designed for the HiAce, Caravan, Every, Atrai and Hijet Cargo on September 24, 2026. The product features low-resilience urethane cushioning to improve comfort while driving. The company has also launched a “Cargo Storage Rack” for the HiAce under its roof-carrier brand INNO（イノー）, which went on sale July 13, 2026. It has a maximum load capacity of 300 kg and can be installed without drilling holes in the vehicle. The products are designed to improve comfort and load capacity for commercial vehicle users.
Facts
Launched on Thursday, September 24, through our official online store and various e-commerce sites
Has been on sale since Monday, July 13
The rack section has a maximum load capacity of 300 kg
We launched the “Jimny-Specific Door Armrest” in June 2024
Practical 2-day training on using and governing AI agents in the frontier AI era: CSIRT Training Center and TrustIQ Lab to hold sessions on October 19 and 20
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一般社団法人CSIRTトレーニングセンター and TrustIQ Lab株式会社 announced that they will hold a 2-day practical training course, “Practical AI Agent Training: 2 Days of Use and Governance,” for corporate information systems and security personnel in Shibuya, Tokyo, on October 19 and 20, 2026. The course consists of DAY 1 on “using” AI agents and DAY 2 on “governing” them. Participants will learn through hands-on exercises, covering vulnerability response, incident investigation, shadow AI countermeasures and guardrail implementation.
Facts
Dates: Monday, October 19–Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 10:00–17:00 each day
10:00–17:00 each day
Capacity: 30 people
Original受講料 ：150,000円／名（税込、2日間通し）
Registration deadline: Friday, October 16, 2026. Registration closes once capacity is reached.
Original2日間通しの受講
Established in 2017. Primarily provides cybersecurity training
Established in September 2026. Primarily supports the development, evaluation and operation of AI itself and systems that use AI (AI systems)
2F Yoyogi Forest Building, 5-18-20 Sendagaya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 151-0051
Sharp has issued its “Sustainability Report 2026,” focusing primarily on its ESG initiatives and results for fiscal 2025. Key topics include contributions to the SDGs; climate action (greenhouse gas emissions from its own activities were reduced by 56.0% from fiscal 2021 to 600 thousand t-CO₂, with 140 thousand t-CO₂ in emissions reductions enabled); expanded disclosure of nature-related information in line with the TNFD; and a systematic overview of human capital and human rights due diligence.
Facts
Greenhouse gas emissions from the company’s own activities in fiscal 2025 were 600 thousand t-CO₂, a 56.0% reduction from fiscal 2021.
Electronic paper displays and LED displays were newly included in the calculation, bringing the total to 140 thousand t-CO₂.
The company has set targets to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions from its own activities by 2030 and across its entire supply chain by 2050.
The company has set a target of achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire supply chain by 2050.
The company discloses 13 key human rights risks identified based on its business areas, regions where it operates, and company-specific risks.
In March 2026, the company registered as a “TNFD Adopter” (※1) and is progressively expanding its information disclosures.
Ticket HUB begins API integration with Fontrip’s cross-border tourism platform
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株式会社グッドフェローズ, operator of the ticket distribution platform “チケットHUB,” has begun Web API integration with the cross-border digital tourism platform of Fontrip Technology Japan株式会社. In conjunction with this, sales of “TOHOKU FunPASS,” a digital sightseeing pass for travel around the Tohoku region, will begin on October 1, 2026. It will be offered in 3 plans priced from ¥4,500 to ¥9,800.
Facts
Operates a digital tourism platform connected to more than 70 sales channels.
Sold more than 13 million electronic tickets in 2025
Usable at more than 30 facilities and stores.
Plan A: Tohoku Premium 2-Day Pass (price including tax: ¥5,000)
Plan B: Tohoku Easy 2-Day Pass (price including tax: ¥4,500)
Plan C: Tohoku Premium 7-Day Pass (price including tax: ¥9,800)
阪神タイガース JERA Central League championship commemorative selection of domestic and overseas travel products now on sale
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株式会社阪急交通社 has begun selling domestic and overseas travel products to celebrate the 阪神タイガース’ JERA Central League championship. Domestic offerings include hot spring and gourmet packages, free-plan tours, and accommodation plans. Overseas options include packages featuring premium hotels, business-class travel, and fuel surcharges included. The booking period runs through October 16, 2026, and eligible departure dates are through December 31, 2027. As part of the 阪急阪神ホールディングス group, the company is supporting the team’s bid to win the Climax Series and Japan Series.
Facts
Booking period: through October 16, 2026
Eligible departure dates: through December 31, 2027
[Patent granted] Removable artificial gum “スキマスク®” addresses a wide range of aesthetic concerns caused by gum recession, covering receding gums and black triangles to create a natural-looking gumline
[NHKカルチャー] Philosopher Shigeki Noya’s regular course, “Reading ‘A Philosophical Inquiry into Freedom,’” starts in October! Online streaming available
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NHK文化センター青山教室 will launch a regular course by philosopher 野矢茂樹, “Shigeki Noya’s Philosophy Seminar: Reading ‘A Philosophical Inquiry into Freedom,’” on October 14, 2026. Based on Noya’s book “A Philosophical Inquiry into Freedom,” the course will run for 6 sessions, with in-person and online options. The member fee is ¥27,456 for in-person attendance and ¥26,400 online. No prior knowledge is required, and the seminar format welcomes people new to philosophy.
Facts
The course begins Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
6 sessions in total
19:00–20:30 (6 sessions)
In-person course, members: ¥27,456 (tax included)
Online: members and non-members (no membership required), 26,400 yen (tax included)
2026: October 14, November 11, December 9; 2027: January 13, February 10, March 10
[GALA GRANDY Tsunashima] Launching October 15 (Thursday) in the Tsunashima area, offering ideal access to central Tokyo, major areas of Yokohama, and many other destinations
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株式会社FJネクスト will begin sales on Thursday, October 15, of “ガーラ・グランディ綱島,” a condominium with 76 units. It is a 10-minute walk from Shin-Tsunashima Station on the Tokyu Shin-Yokohama Line and a 12-minute walk from Tsunashima Station on the Tokyu Toyoko Line. Completion is scheduled for late January 2027.
【SEIMAホールディングス株式会社】Notice Regarding the Opening of 「銀座 十音」, a Corporate Facility with Limited Membership, by a Consolidated Subsidiary, and a Business Partnership with 株式会社JTB
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SEIMAホールディングス株式会社 announced that its consolidated subsidiary 株式会社Food Operation Japan has opened 「銀座 十音」, a corporate facility centered on food with limited membership, in Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo, and will provide dining services by chefs through a business partnership with 株式会社JTB. Membership is limited to 6 corporations, and the business will operate on a recurring monthly membership fee model.
Facts
Membership capacity: limited to 6 corporations
Original１回の利用人数 通常６名（最大８名）
The impact of the opening of 「銀座 十音」 on the company’s consolidated results for the fiscal year ending March 2027 is minor
Established: February 1947
Established: October 2021
(TSE Standard Market, code 3306)
The impact on the company’s consolidated results for the fiscal year ending March 2027 is minor
The insurance comparison website 「イオンのほけん相談 保険マーケット」, operated by イオン保険サービス株式会社, has released its October 2026 popularity rankings. It published rankings by category for life insurance, medical insurance, cancer insurance, income protection insurance, long-term care and dementia insurance, and auto insurance, based on browsing and application data from August 1 to August 31, 2026.
STORES to run 「Winter Thousand Customers, Thriving Business Campaign」 ahead of the busy year-end and New Year period
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STORES株式会社 will run the 「Winter Thousand Customers, Thriving Business Campaign」 from October 1 to October 31, 2026, ahead of the busy year-end and New Year period. Businesses that newly apply for an annual contract for the “Standard Plan” during the campaign will receive an Amazon gift card worth up to 40,000 yen, depending on the amount of payments processed through eligible services from November 1, 2026, to January 31, 2027.
Facts
We will give away Amazon gift cards worth up to 40,000 yen
Application period: Thursday, October 1, 2026–Saturday, October 31, 2026
In the first half of 2026, which company was entrusted with painting the most homes? NURikae releases its 「Most Chosen Painting Contractors Ranking」, nationwide edition
Notice Regarding the Acquisition of Shares in 株式会社東海維持管理工業
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SynClover Capital Management株式会社 announced that it acquired shares in 株式会社東海維持管理工業, which operates a sewerage facility maintenance business in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, on September 30, 2026, through the SCCM1号ファンド, for which it serves as general partner. The current management team will remain in place, and the company will support recruitment and training, the use of digital technology, and expansion into new business areas.
Facts
On September 30, 2026, we acquired shares in 株式会社東海維持管理工業 (hereinafter, “Tokai Maintenance Management”), which operates a sewerage facility maintenance business based in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture
Since its establishment in 2001, Tokai Maintenance Management has
Date established: September 2001
Date established: March 2017
TEL: 03-5797-8535
Companies mentioned：SynClover Capital Management株式会社、株式会社東海維持管理工業、SCCM1号投資事業有限責任組合
“Smart City Kumamoto Public-Private Partnership Platform” demonstration project selected — Streamlining management of “abandoned bicycles” in 熊本市 with no-code tools using “Platio”
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中央復建コンサルタンツ and アステリア proposed an abandoned bicycle management project using the no-code business app “Platio” as a demonstration project for 熊本市’s “Smart City Kumamoto Public-Private Partnership Platform,” and the proposal was selected. During the demonstration period from April 2026 to February 2027, the project will digitize end to end the patrol, removal, storage and return of abandoned bicycles, which had been handled using paper forms and Excel, aiming to reduce the burden on both field staff and the administration and improve data accuracy.
Facts
Securities code: 3853
Its predecessor was the Association for Reconstruction Construction Technology, established in 1946 (Showa 21).
Adopted by more than 10,000 companies
Demonstration project period: April 2026–February 2027
The “Abandoned Bicycle Management Project” will begin its demonstration in August 2026.
An interim report on the project is scheduled for November 2026
The demonstration project is scheduled to conclude in February 2027.
It offers more than 100 templates and an app-generation feature powered by AI.
Renewal of an e-sports-based talent development service for businesses
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株式会社NTT e-Sports announced the renewal of its “Training Package,” an HR communications program for businesses, adding a new assessment feature and the training game “Brawl Stars.” It will also hold free trial sessions for HR and general affairs staff on October 13 and 20, 2026.
Facts
Date and time: Tuesday, October 13, 2026, from 16:00
Tuesday, October 20, 2026, from 16:00
Changed to the 3-on-3 battle game “Brawl Stars”
Within the short span of about 3 minutes
It has recorded hundreds of millions of downloads worldwide
For privacy protection and infection control at evacuation shelters: Mobitect begins taking orders for a high-performance “large disaster-response pop-up tent” with a thermal insulation mat included as standard
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株式会社Mobitect has begun made-to-order production of its “disaster-response pop-up tent,” designed to provide both privacy protection and infection control at evacuation shelters. The large tent measures 1.8 m in ceiling height and 2.45 m square, and comes standard with a thermal-insulating aluminum mat. It is flame-retardant and features a mesh ceiling for ventilation. The price is 33,000 yen (before tax), the minimum order quantity is 100 units, and delivery takes about 2 months.
Facts
Original価格：33,000円（税抜 / 1点あたり）
Minimum order quantity (MOQ): 100 units or more
Delivery time: about 2 months after payment is confirmed
Light blocking: 99% or more / UV protection: 99% or more
Height 1800 mm × width 2450 mm × depth 2450 mm
Diameter: 80–90 cm (dedicated storage bag included)
NeoX and Medley launch integration between “MEDIXS Family Pharmacy Support” and “Yakushimaru Ken-ta,” an AI-OCR prescription entry support system
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NeoX株式会社 announced that it will integrate “MEDIXS Family Pharmacy Support,” part of the integrated cloud solution “MEDIXS” for dispensing pharmacies provided by Medley, with “Yakushimaru Ken-ta,” an AI-OCR prescription entry support system provided by NeoX. With this integration, prescription images sent through the patient app “melmo” will be automatically transferred, and the AI-OCR analysis results will be entered into the pharmacy’s receipt computer system, helping reduce pharmacy staff workloads and input errors.
Facts
It has been adopted at more than 7,700 stores nationwide
A cumulative record of reading more than 200 million prescriptions
Field testing is scheduled at 東鉄工業’s Echigo-Yuzawa Field Office, Niigata Branch.
An actual robot is scheduled to be exhibited at the “Shiojiri Railway Equipment Experience Rally 2026,” to be held on November 7 and 8, 2026, at the JR東日本 Shiojiri Skills Development Center in Shiojiri, Nagano Prefecture.
紀陽銀行 launches “Kiyo DX Platform (Key X)” in partnership to support digital transformation at local businesses
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株式会社NTT DXパートナー, in partnership with 株式会社紀陽銀行, will launch the “Kiyo DX Platform (Key X)” on October 5, 2026, to provide comprehensive support for digital transformation at local businesses. Through DX assessments, individual consultations, and collaboration with local governments, chambers of commerce and industry, and business support organizations, with 紀陽銀行 serving as a hub, the platform will provide end-to-end support, from identifying issues to matching businesses with support organizations and services and providing concrete assistance.
NTT DATA Advanced Technology and NTT DATA News on launch “AI-Native Development In-House Enablement Solution for intra-mart”
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NTT DATA Advanced Technology and NTT DATA News announced on October 5, 2026, that they will launch the “AI-Native Development In-House Enablement Solution for intra-mart,” which uses intra-mart’s AI-native development environment to help customers bring intra-mart app development in-house and operate it independently. The solution builds an AI Context Pack, with specialized AI agents supporting development at each stage, from requirements definition through implementation and testing.
Facts
On October 5, 2026, the companies will leverage the AI-native development environment for intra-mart (※1)
Since its founding in 1974, NTT DATA News has spent more than 50 years
As a member of the NTTデータグループ since 2017
“intra-mart LIVE 2026 Realize” (scheduled for November 5–6, 2026)
Four business areas: digital business, platform solutions, cybersecurity, and managed services
Add voice recognition to “AvaTwin Chatbot” — Simply speak, and AI answers based on your company’s documents — Supports multilingual real-time Q&A at shareholder meetings, service counters, recruitment, sales, and more.
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株式会社グラッドキューブ announced that it will launch a new “Voice Recognition Option” for its AI chatbot service “AvaTwin Chatbot” on October 5, 2026. The option recognizes users’ spoken questions and uses AI to generate answers. Users can ask questions simply by pressing a button and speaking; even when kanji are converted incorrectly, the system infers the intended meaning from the surrounding context and responds. It supports multiple languages for real-time Q&A at shareholder meetings, as well as service counters, recruitment, sales, and other uses.
Facts
Launch date: Monday, October 5, 2026
In comparative studies published by external evaluation organizations, even the lower-performing models offered by major AI developers are said to have hallucination (false information generation) rates of around 3%.
In our measurements (more than 5,000 tests), we have kept the rate of answers not based on facts below 0.1%.
In our measurements (more than 5,000 tests)
About 株式会社グラッドキューブ (securities code: 9561)
Vectara’s “Hallucination Leaderboard” (updated May 11, 2026)
[Upcoming event] Nihon Keiei to speak at the 64th National Association of Municipal Hospital Conference on 3 structural reforms to become an “indispensable hospital”
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株式会社日本経営 announced that it will co-host Luncheon Seminar 9, “3 Structural Reforms to Become an ‘Indispensable Hospital,’” at the 64th National Association of Municipal Hospital Conference, to be held in Sendai on October 9, 2026. The seminar will introduce ways to connect management decisions, on-site implementation and digital transformation, starting from regional supply and demand, from 3 perspectives: setting management goals and motivating staff, building consensus with the community, and using AI and digital transformation.
Facts
Friday, Oct. 9, 2026
October 9, 2026, Friday, 12:30–13:30
64th National Association of Municipal Hospital Conference
Luncheon Seminar 9
3 Structural Reforms to Become an “Indispensable Hospital”
Established: 1999 (Nihon Keiei Group founded: 1967)
Survey examines use of deferred payment for Auto Race betting. 87.0% spend less than ¥50,000 per month, with credit cards the most common method
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“Public Sports Betting Payment Guide,” operated by 株式会社サイトクリエーション, surveyed 54 people who had used deferred payment on an online Auto Race betting service. Credit cards were the most common deferred payment method (72.2%), and 87.0% said they spent less than ¥50,000 per month.
Facts
Among 54 people who had used deferred payment on an online Auto Race betting service
“Credit card” was the most common response, with 39 people (72.2%).
“Carrier billing” was selected by 21 people (38.9%).
“PayPay Credit” was selected by 12 people (22.2%).
87.0% said “less than ¥50,000.”
“¥10,000 to less than ¥50,000” was the most common response, at 51.9%.
[Kyoto University of Foreign Studies] UN Choir visits Japan for the first time in about 10 years! — Programs for peace and international exchange through class participation, music and cultural exchange —
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Kyoto University of Foreign Studies announced that, with the UN Choir—comprising current staff members at United Nations Headquarters in New York—visiting Japan for the first time in about 10 years, it will hold campus and community exchange programs in Kyoto from October 18 to 20, 2026. The program will include participation in an environmental fair in 亀岡市, a visit to 出雲大神宮, a free-admission peace concert at ロームシアター京都, and class exchanges and a luncheon on campus. In the milestone year marking 70 years since Japan joined the United Nations and 80 years since the end of the war, the university aims to promote peace from an atomic-bombed country through music and international exchange. The university will celebrate its 80th anniversary next year, and students will engage with the UN Choir on topics including the SDGs and Model United Nations.
Facts
Original2026年10月18日（日）から20日（火）の間に学内・地域交流プログラムを実施
70th anniversary of Japan’s membership in the United Nations
A milestone year marking 80 years since the end of the war
The university will celebrate its 80th anniversary next year.
About 15 students from the Department of Global Studies in the university’s Faculty of Global Engagement will accompany the group.
Doors open at 17:00 / performance begins at 18:00
Time: 11:00–14:00
ロームシアター京都 · Free admission
Companies mentioned：学校法人 京都外国語大学、国連合唱団（国際連合ニューヨーク本部）、国際連合（UN）、国連開発計画（UNDP）、世界食糧計画（WFP）、ロームシアター京都、文化庁、京都府、京都市、京都市教育委員会、京都市国際交流協会、亀岡市、出雲大神宮、JUEMUN2025（Japan University English Model United Nations 2025）、京都外国語大学 模擬国連（Model United Nations）
Furniture brand CAGUUU to open its first permanent direct-operated store at 国分寺マルイ on Friday, October 9
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CAGUUU株式会社, which operates the furniture and interior brand CAGUUU (Kagoo), will open the brand’s first permanent direct-operated store, CAGUUU Kokubunji Marui, on the 4th floor of 国分寺マルイ on Friday, October 9, 2026. Moving beyond its e-commerce-centered business, the company will create a physical retail location where customers can see more than 30 popular products, including sofas, dining furniture, beds, office chairs, storage items, kotatsu and craft-paper furniture. To mark the opening, it will offer members a 10% discount on eligible products for 10 days, from October 9 through October 18.
Facts
More than 30 popular products are scheduled to be on display.
The store will open on the 4th floor of 国分寺マルイ.
Store area: approximately 116 square meters (35 tsubo)
Eligible products will be discounted by 10%, among other offers.
A wide range of more than 20 colors
Available in widths from 150 to 300 cm
Reclines up to 135°
A stool that supports a maximum load of 300 kg when unfolded
Robot maker 株式会社ＦＵＪＩ is first in the industry to successfully mount Broadcom’s “Tomahawk® 6 – Davisson”
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Robot maker 株式会社ＦＵＪＩ conducted an assembly evaluation of Broadcom’s co-packaged optics (CPO) Ethernet switch, “Tomahawk® 6 – Davisson,” using its NXTR electronic component mounting robot, and confirmed that the component could be mounted for the first time in the industry. The evaluation was jointly conducted by 3 companies: FUJI, Broadcom and Celestica社.
Facts
Using the “Tomahawk® 6 – Davisson,” which weighs approximately 1.3 kg
Capital: ¥5,878 million
A comparison of the 4 companies selected by our company as major manufacturers
Broadcom press release, 2025/10/8
According to our research (web research as of October 5, 2026)
J-Stream CDNext automates certificate management through integration with certificate authorities
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株式会社Jストリーム (TSE Growth 4308) has launched a feature to automate SSL/TLS server certificate management through ACME integration with certificate authorities in its CDN service, “J-Stream CDNext.” Certificate registration, renewal and deployment can be managed centrally, and integration with GMO GlobalSign’s “Atlas” has been confirmed. The feature is available as a standard function at no additional cost.
Facts
A maximum of 200 days from March 15, 2026
Scheduled to be a maximum of 47 days from March 15, 2029
We support the use of video in corporate activities for 1,200 companies and more than 10,000 projects annually.
Integrated cloud solution “MEDIXS” for pharmacies begins integration with “薬師丸賢太,” an AI-OCR prescription-reading tool
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The family-pharmacy support feature of MEDIXS, an integrated cloud solution for dispensing pharmacies by 株式会社メドレー, has begun integrating with NeoX株式会社’s Yakushimaru Kenta, an AI-OCR service that supports prescription entry. When a prescription is sent through the patient app melmo, the prescription data analyzed by AI-OCR is automatically entered into the pharmacy claims-processing system, streamlining pharmacy operations and reducing patient wait times.
“Kameoka Wanwan Festa 2026,” Commemorating the 43rd National Urban Greening Fair, to be held October 24 at Kameoka Hozugawa Park, celebrating dogs and greenery
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Kameoka City, Kyoto Prefecture, announced that it will hold “Kameoka Wanwan Festa 2026,” commemorating the 43rd National Urban Greening Fair, at Kameoka Hozugawa Park in Kyoto on Saturday, October 24, 2026. The outdoor event is for people and their dogs, and more than 2,000 people attended its inaugural edition in 2025. This year’s event will be expanded as a commemorative project for the greening fair, with a range of programs including a “Wanwan Bread-Eating Contest” using dog-friendly bread, elementary school students selling venison jerky, a guide dog awareness stage, a fashion show, and a market. Admission is free.
Facts
Date and time: Saturday, October 24, 2026, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (held in light rain)
43rd National Urban Greenery Fair in Kyoto Tamba
The event was first held in fiscal 2025 and drew more than 2,000 dog lovers.
Parking: Approximately 300 spaces at Hozugawa Riverside Park (about a 15-minute walk to the venue)
Approximately 20 minutes by rapid train from JR Kyoto Station
The 43rd National Urban Greening Fair in Kyoto-Tamba, one of Japan’s largest green-themed events, is being held from September 18 to November 8, 2026.
26 consecutive quarters of growth; total transaction volume of approximately ¥32 billion in the fiscal year ending September 2026
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The fintech business of the Digital Plus Group, led by 株式会社デジタルプラス (securities code 3691, Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market), achieved 26 consecutive quarters of growth. Annual transaction volume for the fiscal year ending September 2026 reached approximately ¥32 billion (249% of the previous fiscal year), substantially exceeding the initial target of ¥25 billion. Fourth-quarter transaction volume was ¥11.6 billion, or 119% of the previous quarter. The group aims to reach ¥100 billion in transaction volume in the fiscal year ending September 2028.
Facts
Annual transaction volume for the fiscal year ending September 2026 substantially exceeded ¥25 billion, reaching approximately ¥32 billion (249% of the previous fiscal year).
249% of the previous fiscal year
Quarterly transaction volume topped ¥11 billion
Fourth-quarter transaction volume was ¥11.6 billion, or 119% of the previous quarter
119% of the previous quarter
Achieved 26 consecutive quarters of growth
Toward achieving transaction volume of ¥100 billion in the fiscal year ending September 2028
Aiming to create 10 business areas with annual transaction volume of at least ¥10 billion each
The company had projected growth of at least 20% quarter over quarter in the fourth quarter
250 participating PPIHグループ stores nationwide, including Don Quijote and MEGAドン・キホーテ
A flagship product with cumulative sales exceeding 160 million units※2
The brand’s overall sales in June 2026 grew to 1.25 times※３ the level in June 2024, when it was revamped
Suggested retail price: 1,620 yen (tax included)
Originalからだにユーグレナ グリーンパウダー 10本入り
Original「からだにユーグレナ」は2012年に発売
In 2005, the company became the first in the world to establish technology for the outdoor mass cultivation of edible microalgae Euglena (Japanese name: midorimushi)
Popular CAFUNÉ（カフネ） bags gather at 伊勢丹新宿店. POP UP STORE opens from October 7 (Wednesday)
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株式会社トゥモローランド will hold the “CAFUNÉ POP UP STORE,” featuring bags from 〈CAFUNÉ（カフネ）〉, at メゾン トゥモローランド 伊勢丹新宿店 (2F, main building, 伊勢丹新宿店, 3-14-1 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo) from October 7 (Wednesday) to October 18 (Sunday), 2026. The lineup will include everything from signature leather bags to new fall/winter styles.
Facts
October 7 (Wednesday)–October 18 (Sunday), 2026
〈CAFUNÉ〉, founded in 2015 by Queenie Fan and Day Lau, …
“Salon de Theater Afternoon Tea” turns the table before you into a stage — a captivating teatime for all 5 senses, with live performances, dessert trolleys and a 3-hour stay
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Original株式会社ベストホスピタリティーネットワークが運営するザ ストリングス 表参道の地下1階「TIME NEST BAR LOUNGE」が、昼夜の営業スタイルを刷新し「グランサロン」として新営業を開始。2026年10月5日より、サービススタッフがキャストとなり目の前のテーブルを舞台に見立てたライブ演出を行う平日限定『サロン・ド・シアター アフタヌーンティー』（￥9,200／アップグレードプラン￥9,200）を3時間滞在で提供開始。
Facts
Available from Monday, October 5, 2026
Enjoy an indulgent table theater experience made possible by a 3-hour stay
Originalザ ストリングス 表参道 地下1階
Salon de Theater Afternoon Tea ¥9,200
Salon de Theater Afternoon Tea upgrade plan ¥9,500
Original19:00以降はお一人様につきテーブルチャージ ￥1,000を頂戴いたします
A free-flow selection of 19 varieties
Monday–Friday 11:30–22:00
03-5778-4539 (direct line to Time Nest Lounge)
Fall menu details through Monday, November 17, 2026
Companies mentioned：株式会社ベストホスピタリティーネットワーク、ザ ストリングス 表参道、TIME NEST BAR LOUNGE（タイムネスト バーラウンジ）、amsu tea（アムシュティー）
GiGO’s 4th location in northern Vietnam opens! “GiGOイオンハイズオン” grand opening on Saturday, October 3, 2026
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GiGO VIETNAM Co., Ltd., the Vietnamese subsidiary of 株式会社GENDA GiGO Entertainment, held the grand opening of “GiGOイオンハイズオン” on the 2nd floor of AEON Hai Duong Shopping Center in Hai Phong, northern Vietnam, on Saturday, October 3, 2026. This is the company’s 4th location in Vietnam, with an operating area of 176 tsubo and a total of 99 machines (32 crane games, 5 music games and 62 redemption, interactive and other games). It offers Japanese-origin content and Japanese-quality amusement experiences.
Facts
On Saturday, October 3, 2026, we held the grand opening of “GiGOイオンハイズオン,” our 4th GiGO location in Vietnam.
AEON Hai Duong Shopping Center is the 10th shopping center operated in Vietnam by イオンベトナム
The store opened on the 2nd floor of AEON Hai Duong Shopping Center, with an operating area of 176 tsubo.
Number of machines: 99 in total
Crane games / 32 machines
Music games / 5 machines
Redemption, interactive and other games / 62 machines
Established: Friday, June 28, 2024
Access: Approximately 90 minutes by car from central Hanoi
[GENIAC Phase 3 Results] Open-source release of “J-MeetEval,” an evaluation benchmark for Japanese meeting summarization AI. Demonstrates that rankings on general-purpose benchmarks do not align with performance on meeting-minutes tasks.
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Nishika株式会社 has open-sourced “J-MeetEval,” an evaluation benchmark for Japanese-language meeting summarization AI, on GitHub and Hugging Face as an outcome of GENIAC Phase 3. The benchmark applies multiple instructions simultaneously to meeting transcripts of 3,000–11,000 characters. In an evaluation of 7 models in the 4B–9B class, the overall rankings on the general-purpose benchmark “Nejumi Leaderboard” and the instruction-completion rankings on J-MeetEval were negatively correlated (ρ = −0.52), demonstrating that models with strong general-purpose performance are not necessarily better at meeting-minutes tasks.
Facts
For meeting transcripts of 3,000–11,000 characters
197 synthetic meeting transcripts
52 instruction definitions (408 instructions in total)
“Heating on the go” lets you use your smartphone while keeping your hands and stomach warm. Launch of “おなかぽかぽかポッケ,” a versatile 3-way heater
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サンコー株式会社 launched “おなかぽかぽかポッケ,” a USB-powered 3-way heated cushion, on October 5. It has built-in heaters in 2 areas to warm your stomach and the backs of your hands, and can be used in 3 ways: as a hand warmer, electric lap blanket, or cushion. It is compatible with mobile batteries and features 3-level temperature control, a 4-hour automatic shutoff timer, and machine washability.
1 Hotel Tokyo marks its first festive season since opening, offering a holiday experience throughout the hotel, from Christmas cakes and special dinners to spa treatments and stays
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To mark its first festive season since opening in March 2026, 1 Hotel Tokyo announced a series of holiday experiences, including a Christmas cake collection, the special dinner “Noël en Provence,” festive afternoon tea, the “Herbal Restore” spa treatment, festive cocktails, and the “FESTIVE at 1” accommodation plan.
Facts
The sustainable luxury hotel “1 Hotel Tokyo,” which opened in March 2026
Accommodation rates are discounted by up to 25%
Originalホテルクレジット 15,000円分（1滞在につき）
Originalホテルクレジット 30,000円分（1滞在につき）
Skyline Lounge King: from ¥128,327 for 1 room for 1 night
Standard plan: ¥25,000 per person
Window-seat guarantee plan (includes a glass of champagne): ¥30,000 per person
60 minutes: ¥31,000 / 90 minutes: ¥41,000 (tax and service charge included)
“Noël Rouge” ¥3,000
“TOKYO Shortcake,” 12 cm diameter (size 4): ¥8,000 (tax included)
“The Cacao,” 11 cm: ¥12,000 (tax included)
“Bûche de Noël,” 17 cm: ¥8,000 (tax included)
“NiNi” on the 38th floor of 1 Hotel Tokyo
Choose from a collection of 16 varieties, including black tea, herbal tea, flavored tea, coffee, and Japanese tea
Companies mentioned：MT&SHホテルマネジメント合同会社、1 Hotel Tokyo、NiNi、bamford Wellness Spa、Spotted Stone、ネイバーズカフェ、Kaviari
信州大学 startup 株式会社TRILL. will hold a demo event for “OURCAR (Awaka),” a P2P car-sharing service using underused vehicles, at Asunal Kanayama in 名古屋市 on October 7, 2026. As part of the 国土交通省 regional transportation DX promotion project “COMmmmONS,” the pilot will expand to the Kanayama area of 名古屋市 following last year’s trial involving 100 corporate vehicles in Nagano Prefecture.
Facts
October 7, 2026 (Wednesday), 10:00–12:00
The previous fiscal year, a car-sharing pilot involving 100 corporate vehicles was conducted in Nagano Prefecture
The service currently has 2,252 registered users and has recorded 2,940 reservations
CO₂ emissions calculation system “炭削(たんさく)くん”: new features to support CO₂ reduction and release of decarbonization learning videos
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株式会社肥後銀行 has launched additional features for “炭削（たんさく）くん,” its CO₂ emissions calculation system. The new features include a reduction simulation function, a solution introduction function, and “Learning Video Library: The First Step Toward Decarbonization,” a collection of 9 educational videos on decarbonization. The system can calculate emissions across Scope 1–3, with fees starting at ¥2,200 per month (tax included).
Facts
The latest update gives users access to all 9 videos.
Usage fee: from 2,200 yen per month (tax included)
1–5 users: ¥2,200
An additional ¥1,100 is charged for each additional 5 users
Phone: 096-326-8699
Supply-chain emissions calculation available (Scope 1, 2, 3)
WellBe and Tokyu to hold nail art experience event for international visitors at WANDER COMPASS SHIBUYA, a tourist information center in Shibuya
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WellBe株式会社 and 東急株式会社 will hold a nail art experience event for international visitors at “WANDER COMPASS SHIBUYA,” a tourist information center directly connected to Shibuya Station, for about 2 months starting October 9, 2026 (Friday). The service will be available on weekdays only, with both walk-ins and advance bookings accepted, and treatments can be completed in as little as 20 minutes. Designs inspired by Shibuya, including Hachi, cherry blossoms, kanji, and Halloween, will be offered. Treatments will be provided by partner nail salon ERFOLG GINZA, operated by 株式会社Viandu.
Facts
Starting October 9, 2026 (Friday), we will hold a nail art experience event (the “Event”) for international visitors to Japan.
The event is scheduled to run for about 2 months
Duration: as little as 20 minutes
B1 floor, Shibuya Station on the Tokyu Toyoko and Den-en-toshi Lines
Head office: 5-6 Nanpeidai-cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Address: 7th Floor, Ginza Pine Building, 7-13-2 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
Contract to provide support for the introduction of Midori City’s CO₂ emissions visualization system
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株式会社肥後銀行 announced that it has been contracted to provide support for the introduction of Midori City’s CO₂ emissions visualization system, based on the “Midori City Action Plan for Global Warming Countermeasures” promoted by 群馬県みどり市. The bank will provide one-stop support to small and medium-sized businesses in Midori City, using its CO₂ emissions calculation system “Tansaku-kun” to help them visualize emissions and develop reduction proposals. The project will run through March 19, Reiwa 9.
Facts
During the project period, which runs through March 19, Reiwa 9,
In Reiwa 3, the city declared itself a Zero Carbon City, aiming to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions.
In Reiwa 6, it formulated an action plan for global warming countermeasures.
Former Japan national soccer team player Keisuke Tsuboi to appear as a special guest! Special match against the pros at CEATEC 2026’s “Eye-Relaxing Game Center” (※１)
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株式会社協同 will exhibit its parallel-view tablet “MYOFREE” at “CEATEC 2026,” held at Makuhari Messe from October 13 to 16, 2026, and will host an esports competition program at its interactive “Eye-Relaxing Game Center” booth. Former Japan national soccer team player Keisuke Tsuboi and other special guests will appear, offering visitors the chance to compete in “EA SPORTS FC 27” and “ストリートファイター.”
Facts
Event dates: October 13 (Tuesday)–16 (Friday), 2026, 10:00–17:00
Event time: 14:00–14:30 each day during the event
Event time: 11:00–11:30 each day during the event
How to participate: Registration will be held at the venue at 13:50 each day (first come, first served).
How to participate: Registration for participants will be held at the venue at 10:50 each day (first come, first served).
He made a total of 40 appearances for Japan and played in the 2006 FIFA World Cup in Germany.
Born in 1979 in Tokyo. Former Japan national soccer team player.
Born in 1982 in Tokyo. Former Japan national futsal team player.
Born January 26, 1997, in Tokyo. An esports player renowned in the FIFA esports scene.
Founded: September 1, 1939
We operate 8 campuses nationwide, including in Shibuya.
While looking at a screen about 40 cm away, your eyes are in a state similar to when looking at a point about 5 m away.
They appeared in the FIFA Futsal World Cup 2 times, in 2008 and 2012.
Admission: Free (all visitors must register to enter)
Kachitas, the No. 1* buyer and reseller of pre-owned homes, designated as a “vacant home management and utilization support corporation” by 徳島市
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株式会社カチタス (securities code: 8919), which operates a pre-owned home purchase and resale business, was designated by 徳島市 as a “vacant home management and utilization support corporation” (Housing No. 592) effective October 1, Reiwa 8. The designation is based on the Act on Special Measures for the Promotion of Measures Against Vacant Houses, and the company will undertake activities including responding to consultations, public awareness and outreach, and collaboration with government and local communities.
Facts
We announce that we were designated by 徳島市 as a “vacant home management and utilization support corporation” (Housing No. 592), effective October 1, Reiwa 8.
Designated by 徳島市 as a “vacant home management and utilization support corporation” (Housing No. 592)
Pursuant to Article 23, Paragraph 1 of the Act on Special Measures for the Promotion of Measures Against Vacant Houses (Act No. 127 of Heisei 26)
Capital: 3,778,871,000 yen (as of March 31, 2026)
Securities code: 8919
Reform Industry Newspaper, “Annual Ranking of Pre-Owned Home Sales”: published July 27, 2026
Hanshin Tigers JERA Central League 2026 Championship Commemorative × Hanshin Koshien Stadium collaboration goods giveaway at Koshien e-Mall!
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Hanshin Electric Railway is running a campaign through its official Hanshin Koshien Stadium online shop, “Koshien e-Mall,” from October 4 to October 31. Customers who spend at least ¥7,000, including tax, on Hanshin Tigers JERA Central League 2026 championship commemorative collaboration goods will be entered into a drawing to win a collaboration twin keychain. 100 winners will be selected.
Facts
1 “Hanshin Tigers JERA Central League 2026 Championship Commemorative × Hanshin Koshien Stadium Collaboration Twin Keychain” will be given to 100 winners selected by drawing.
100 winners will be selected by drawing from among customers who spend at least ¥7,000, including tax.
一般財団法人工業所有権協力センター (IPCC) announced that it will exhibit at “CEATEC 2026,” to be held at Makuhari Messe from October 13 (Tuesday) to 16 (Friday), 2026. At its booth, the center will introduce prior-art search services drawing on its expertise as a Japan Patent Office-registered search organization, as well as key points for using patent information. It will also hold mini-seminars every day.
Facts
Event dates: October 13 (Tuesday)–16 (Friday), 2026, 10:00–17:00
Drawing on its expertise developed as a Japan Patent Office-registered search organization and a track record of more than 4 million searches
More than 1,000 patent researchers well-versed in every technical field
IPCC’s workforce includes people from more than 340 companies
Number of officers and employees: 1,466 (as of March 2026)
[Obunsha] Launch of the “Eiken® First-Stage Exam Answer速報 Service” for the 2nd 2026 Eiken® test session held October 2–4!
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株式会社旺文社 began offering its “Eiken® First-Stage Exam Answer速報 Service” on October 5, covering the 2nd 2026 Eiken® test session held October 2–4. Based on answers released by the Eiken Foundation of Japan, this free online self-scoring service covers all levels from 1 to 5 and also supports Pre-2 Plus, introduced in the 1st 2025 test session.
Facts
The 2nd 2026 Eiken® test session, held at main and sub-venues on October 2 (Friday), October 3 (Saturday), and October 4 (Sunday)
Starting October 5 (Monday)
The service has been used by more than 15,000 people (※).
Established: October 1, 1931
Head office: 55 Yokoteramachi, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 162-8680
“Trinitea,” a premium Japanese black tea produced in Mino Shirakawa, Gifu, selected as a guest gift for “CANNES GALA 2026,” attended by cultural figures from around the world
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“Trinitea,” a premium Japanese black tea brand from Mino Shirakawa, Gifu, operated by WinRate株式会社, has been selected as an official guest gift for “CANNES GALA 2026,” an international cultural and social event held in Cannes, France. Hosted by House of NOMA, the event takes place May 16–17. The brand was recognized for reinterpreting Shirakawa tea culture, with its history of about 400 years, as fermented Japanese tea, bringing the appeal of Japanese tea culture and local craftsmanship to cultural figures from around the world.
Facts
May 16 (Saturday): “EVE BALL” dance ball
May 17 (Sunday): “CANNES GALA” social event
Against the backdrop of a tea culture passed down for about 400 years
Location: 6F Akasaka Kiyoshi Building, 2-13-7 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Name: CANNES GALA 2026
Companies mentioned：WinRate株式会社、Trinitea（ブランド）、House of NOMA、CANNES GALA
Take a break with HOBiROA® between work tasks. Free webpage lets you touch, pet and simply watch
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リクエスト株式会社 has launched “A Break with HOBiROA,” a free webpage where users can spend time with the character HOBiROA®（ホビロア） between work tasks. In a browser, users can touch, pet or watch HOBiROA, with no input or membership registration required. The page also offers settings to turn off sound and movement, a nap mode and access to a screen where users can talk with HOBiROA about work.
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
“Pachi Eva CUP 2,” a collaboration event between “SEGA NET Mahjong MJ” and the pachinko game “e 新世紀エヴァンゲリオン 〜はじまりの記憶〜,” to be held
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株式会社セガ will hold “Pachi Eva CUP 2,” a collaboration event between the “SEGA NET Mahjong MJ” series and the pachinko game “e 新世紀エヴァンゲリオン 〜はじまりの記憶〜,” starting October 5, 2026. Qualifying rounds and finals will be held in the app and arcade versions, featuring a range of collaboration items, including limited-edition evolved SP characters, table backgrounds, EX backgrounds and BGM. An X follow-and-repost campaign will also be held.
Facts
“Pachi Eva CUP 2” began on Monday, October 5, 2026.
Event period: Monday, October 5, 2026, 7:00–October 25, Sunday, 29:59
Original1回：500G
Original1回：600GP
Four winners will be selected by lottery to receive merchandise related to “e新世紀エヴァンゲリオン～はじまりの記憶～.”
A total of 65 collaboration items will be available for a limited time.
A total of 23 collaboration items will be available for a limited time.