[Grand Prix and Radio Appearance Rights—Both Won] Yui Kimura takes the top spot at Bishōjo Kōshien Vol.32! Jury Special Award newly introduced as a fierce new-era contest comes to a close
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The social media-linked award “Bishōjo Kōshien Vol.32,” run by ファンテック株式会社, was held over 8 days from September 23 to September 30, 2026. Yui Kimura won both the Grand Prix and radio appearance rights to take the title. The TOP 7 finishers and winners of the daily prize competitions were also announced, and the next event, Vol.33, is scheduled for November 23-November 30, 2026.
Facts
Held over 8 days, from 19:00 on Wednesday, September 23 (national holiday) to 23:59 on Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Boasts more than 15 million total impressions on X (formerly Twitter)
Ranked No. 1 in Amazon Kindle’s “Celebrity” and “Newcomer” categories
Women aged 15–24 (apparent age acceptable)
[100,000 points achieved] Sales of a solo photo book as an Amazon e-book
[300,000 points achieved] Model for street-vision ads at 9 locations in Tokyo
[500,000 points achieved] Right to produce a promotional video
A melty-touch, ultra-fine oval-core gel liner that fits the under-eye area and waterline, harmonizing the look of your eyes to suit your style, launches on October 6, 2026.
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BCLカンパニー, part of 株式会社スタイリングライフ・ホールディングス, announced that it will launch “Eye Harmonize Gel Liner,” available in 4 shades and featuring a rich, melting gel formula and an ultra-fine oval core, from its makeup brand “qruam（キュルアム）” on the official qruam shop on Qoo10 on October 6, 2026. Priced at 1,430 yen (tax included), it has a waterproof formula that fits the under-eye area and waterline.
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The 4 eyeliner shades will go on sale at the official qruam shop on Qoo10 from October 6, 2026.
[Social insurance and labor consultant explains] A job seeker reports being persistently asked out for meals: steps companies should take immediately to ensure safety, and the “unfavorable treatment in hiring” they must never engage in
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一般社団法人クレア人財育英協会, a group company of 株式会社SA, has released a video explaining how companies should respond when a job seeker reports sexual harassment, along with an individual Q&A session on October 13, 2026, ahead of the “measures to prevent sexual harassment of job seekers” becoming mandatory in October of Reiwa 8.
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Starting in October of Reiwa 8, companies will be required to implement measures to prevent sexual harassment of job seekers.
Date and time: October 13, 2026 (Tuesday), 12:00-18:00 (※Time to be arranged as this is an individual session)
Has delivered more than 400 harassment and labor-management training sessions for companies, educational institutions and other organizations.
More than 750 people nationwide have obtained the "Employment Clean Planner" qualification, and
MAXWIN unveils an 11.26-inch large-screen mirror dash cam! Smooth 60fps rear footage and a separate camera transform the view behind you
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MAXWIN, a car and motorcycle accessories brand operated by 昌騰有限会社 of Izumiotsu, Osaka, has started selling the “MDR-G014#X,” an 11.26-inch mirror-type dash cam that records front and rear footage simultaneously and supports smooth 60fps rear-camera video. Its separate front camera allows flexible installation, and features include an IPS LCD panel, 1–5x rear-image magnification, reverse-gear linkage, a G-sensor and USB Type-C connectivity.
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A mirror-type dash cam with a large 11.26-inch IPS LCD screen
The rear camera captures footage at a high frame rate of 60 frames per second
Supports simultaneous Full HD recording from both the front and rear cameras
Front camera: SC200AI, WDR/HDR support, 1080P, 27.5fps
ショップチャンネル to air “European Brand Day” on Wednesday, October 7
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ジュピターショップチャンネル株式会社 announced that it will air “European Brand Day” on its shopping channel ショップチャンネル on Wednesday, October 7. It will feature products from brands in the UK, France and Italy, including アクアスキュータム, チェルカーレ, Dimplex, アラケル社’s プロヴァンスダンタン, ステイフィット and サンフレディ.
A new sweatshirt-fabric version of the popular recovery wear “TIGORA SLEEP,” made with a substantial, structured fabric, goes on sale in early October
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株式会社アルペン will begin rolling out a new sweatshirt-fabric model of its recovery wear “TIGORA SLEEP,” made with a substantial, structured fabric, in early October 2026. Each item is priced at 4,999 yen (tax included).
Facts
Product price: 4,999 yen each (tax included)
Product price: 3,999 yen (tax included)
Product price: 2,999 yen each (tax included)
Sales begin sequentially in early October 2026
Capital: 15.1 billion yen
Revenue: 285.9 billion yen
Ordinary profit: 10 billion yen (fiscal year ended June 2026)
Founded: July 1972
Medical device manufacturing and marketing notification numbers: 13B1X10360000036/13B1X10360000063/13B1X10360000091
【株式会社CIO】Announces second batch of products eligible for the “Amazon Prime Appreciation Festival” on Amazon! The “SMARTCOBY” series and semi-solid-state mobile batteries will be available at special prices!
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株式会社CIO announced the second batch of products eligible for the “Amazon Prime Appreciation Festival” on Amazon. The “SMARTCOBY” series and semi-solid-state mobile batteries will be sold at sale prices. The sale runs from October 13 to 19, 2026.
Facts
“Prime Big Deal Days Early Access Sale” (Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 00:00–Thursday, October 15, 23:59)
“Prime Big Deal Days” (Friday, October 16, 2026, 00:00–Monday, October 19, 23:59)
Supports wireless charging at up to 25W with Qi2.2 and wired output of up to 20W
A semi-solid-state mobile battery supporting single-port output of up to 67W
Offers a large 20,000mAh capacity while supporting single-port output of up to 35W
A magnetic mobile battery among the world’s thinnest, measuring 4.98mm thick and weighing approximately 82g
Sale price: 5,980 (tax included), 16% off
Sale price: 7,580 (tax included), 16% off
Sale price: 4,980 yen (tax included), 21% off
Sale price: 7,780 yen (tax included), 16% off
Sale price: 9,280 yen (tax included), 15% off
Sale price: 6,180 yen (tax included), 11% off
Sale price: 7,180 yen (tax included), 16% off
Sale price: 5,480 yen (tax included), 23% off
Sale price: 5,980 yen (tax included), 25% off
Sale price: 7,980 yen (tax included), 11% off
株式会社CIO, founded in 2017, operates under the philosophy of “creating an exciting future through multifunctionality and the latest technology.”
Companies mentioned：株式会社CIO、Amazon、Amazon.com, Inc.
アスエネ adds new mold management feature to “ASUENE SUPPLY CHAIN”
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アスエネ株式会社 announced that it has added a new “Mold Management” feature to its supply chain management AI platform, “ASUENE SUPPLY CHAIN.” The feature enables centralized management of information on molds, wooden patterns and jigs that buyers ask suppliers to store. It allows users to check storage conditions and cost responsibilities, and decide whether to continue storage, return or dispose of items. The feature will also help reduce the management burden on procurement departments, including by supporting compliance with the Act on Proper Transactions Involving Small and Medium-sized Entrusted Businesses (the “Appropriate Transaction Act”), which took effect in January 2026.
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Capital: 15.1 billion yen (including capital surplus)
Under the operating guidelines for the Act on Proper Transactions Involving Small and Medium-sized Entrusted Businesses (commonly known as the Appropriate Transaction Act), which took effect in January 2026
Enjoy around 700 books this autumn with BOOK TRUCK, a mobile bookstore making its first appearance at 佐野プレミアム・アウトレット, where visitors can discover an unexpected read
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BOOK TRUCK, a mobile bookstore, will hold its first event on October 11, 2026, at 佐野プレミアム・アウトレット, operated by 三菱地所・サイモン株式会社. The event will offer around 700 books and a space for browsing and purchasing. “Sano Marutto Marche,” organized in partnership with 佐野市 and 佐野市観光協会, will also take place on the same day.
Facts
Around 700 books will be available
Around 180 stores featuring renowned domestic and international brands
Hours: 10:00–19:00
Hours: 10:00 to 20:00
※Sales of merchandise end at 16:00
Price: 1 set, ￥1,500
Conveniently located about 90 minutes from central Tokyo
Now available on “Rakuten Pay,” “&mall” and “Mitsui Outlet Park Online”
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楽天ペイメント株式会社 announced that its cashless payment service, “Rakuten Pay (online payment),” is now available on “&mall” and “Mitsui Outlet Park Online,” operated by Mitsui Fudosan. Regular points rewards are up to 1.5%, and a campaign offering up to 5% back will run from October 30 to November 8, 2026.
Facts
Up to 1.5% in “Rakuten Points” will be awarded on the payment amount
[Webinar on 10/30] Eliminate “Unused Generative AI”! Achieve Companywide Adoption Through Process Redesign × Employee Training — From Dividing Roles Between People and AI to Integrating AI Into Frontline Operations, Training, and AI Agent Case Studies
Our beloved Aika Sawaguchi appears in Gekkan Shonen Champion for the 6th time♡
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The November oversized issue of Akita Shoten’s Monthly Shonen Champion went on sale on October 6. Aika Sawaguchi appears for the 6th time in the cover and opening gravure feature, while Ai Kaname makes her first appearance in the middle gravure feature. The issue includes a double-sided BIG poster (500 mm tall × 310 mm wide), a giveaway of QUO cards to 200 readers, and a signed instant-photo campaign. The special price is 750 yen (tax included).
Facts
For her 6th appearance,
A big giveaway of the November issue’s exclusive QUO cards to 200 readers
Bonus double-sided BIG poster (500 mm tall × 310 mm wide)
KATE’s “Goukyu no Ruishin” series surpasses 1 million units in cumulative shipments! The series’ signature item, “Namida no Tate Mascara,” delivers outstanding* staying power that resists smudging and wear, even in harsh conditions.
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The “Goukyu no Ruishin” long-wear eye makeup line from global makeup brand KATE（ケイト） has surpassed 1 million units in cumulative shipments. Its core product, “Namida no Tate Mascara,” features the world’s first “long-lasting protective barrier ingredient” (a combination of 3 film-forming agents). Resistant to sebum and oils in base makeup, the mascara resists smudging and keeps its finish all day. It won 1st place in the “Dramatic Big Eyes” category of the 2026 first-half ViVi Cosmetics Awards.
Facts
The “Goukyu no Ruishin” series has surpassed 1 million units in cumulative shipments*¹.
*¹: Period: March 17–August 31, 2026
The world’s first*² “long-lasting protective barrier ingredient” (a combination of 3 film-forming agents)
OriginalMintel社データベース（GNPD）を用いた花王調べ 2025年10月
Kate Namida no Tate Mascara (Long) / Kate Namida no Tate Mascara (Volume), 2 colors each
Kate Namida no Tsurugi Liner, all 4 colors
Kate Ruishin no Ichigeki Remover, 1 type
Won 1st place in the “Dramatic Big Eyes” category of the 2026 first-half ViVi Cosmetics Awards.
Look out for new original works in popular series, including Kyoichi Narukami’s “Shonan Mobile Forensics Unit: Koyuki Asahina” and Akio Higuchi’s “Southern Alps Mountain Rescue Team K-9.” Tokuma Bunko’s October releases are here! Advance excerpts available!
In an era when more than 50% of men take parental leave, pregnant women worry about “feeling unwell at work” (65.7%) and “the burden of commuting” (57.4%).
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しゅふＪＯＢ総研 (operated by 株式会社ビースタイル ホールディングス) conducted a survey on working during pregnancy (373 valid responses). Of the respondents, 58.4% had experience working while pregnant. Their concerns included “dealing with health problems that arise at work” (65.7%), “the burden of commuting” (57.4%), and “balancing work with time off for regular checkups or health problems” (48.0%). The most desired workplace policy during pregnancy was “shorter working hours,” at 71.3%. Research adviser Keitaro Kawakami provided comments, and free-response answers also included urgent accounts of threatened miscarriages and cases in which respondents were forced to quit their jobs.
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Valid responses: 373
58.4% said they had experience working while pregnant
“Dealing with health problems that arise at work” was the most common concern, at 65.7%
Next was “the burden of commuting,” at 57.4%
“Balancing work with time off for regular checkups or health problems” was 48.0%
“Shorter working hours” was the most common response, at 71.3%
Next was “telework / working from home,” at 58.7%
“Changing the start time” was 46.9%
The rate of men taking parental leave in fiscal 2025 was 50.9%
As many as 53.4% said it “actually causes their wives’ stress to build”
[ココス] Fall and winter dessert fair for those in love with “Marrontic” flavors. The “Marron Fair” offers a chance to savor the rich taste of Italian chestnuts! Rich chocolate and sweet-and-tart cassis bring out the refined sweetness of marrons!
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株式会社ココスジャパン, which operates the family restaurant chain ココス, will hold its “Marron Fair” starting October 13. The fair will feature 5 fall and winter desserts, including parfaits and Mont Blanc desserts made with Italian chestnut paste. A limited-time “La France & Apple Tea,” made with fair-trade tea leaves from Nepal, will also be available. The fair is scheduled to run at 504 locations nationwide, excluding airport locations.
Facts
※ Scheduled to be available at 504 locations. (As of October 6)
The “Marron Fair” will begin on Tuesday, October 13.
Sales are scheduled to end in early December.
“Extra cassis syrup: 80 yen (88 yen including tax)”
“Premium Drink Bar: 450 yen (495 yen including tax)”
The “Premium Drink Bar” can be ordered for 320 yen (352 yen including tax) when paired with a meal or dessert.
Marron and Chocolate Parfait: 1,290 yen (1,419 yen including tax)
Freshly piped Italian Chestnut Mont Blanc with a Hint of Cassis: 690 yen (759 yen including tax)
Marron and Tart Glass Parfait: 890 yen (979 yen including tax)
Chewy Marron Crepe: 590 yen (649 yen including tax)
Mini Marron Parfait: 490 yen (539 yen including tax)
The company began fair-trade initiatives in 2007 as part of its business activities
and is now involved in these efforts in 24 countries.
[ミスタードーナツ] “Describe your favorite donut in 1 line” campaign to be held on the official ミスタードーナツ X account and TikTok starting Wednesday, October 7
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ミスタードーナツ, operated by 株式会社ダスキン, will hold the “Describe your favorite donut in 1 line” campaign on the official ミスタードーナツ X account and TikTok starting Wednesday, October 7. Participants choose a favorite from 17 eligible regular products and submit an original catchphrase. Selected entries are scheduled to be used on social media, in advertising, on websites and in stores.
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Post (if choosing from all 17 varieties, include the donut’s name)
Starting Wednesday, October 7: Buy 2 steamed buns in a single purchase and get a free coupon for 1 eligible drink. A 5-day campaign to enjoy warm steamed buns at a great price
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株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン will run a 5-day campaign from Wednesday, October 7, to Sunday, October 11. Customers who buy 2 steamed buns in a single purchase, in any combination, will receive a coupon for 1 free eligible drink to use on their next visit. The new “Mentaiko Mochu Cheese Bun,” filled with cheese and mentaiko, will also go on sale sequentially at セブン‐イレブン stores nationwide starting Tuesday, October 6.
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A 5-day limited-time campaign running from Wednesday, October 7, to Sunday, October 11: Buy 2 steamed buns in a single purchase, in any combination, and receive a coupon for 1 free eligible drink to use on a future visit
Campaign period: Wednesday, October 7–Sunday, October 11, 2026 ※5 days
Drink redemption period: Wednesday, October 7–Friday, October 16, 2026 ※10 days
Eligible free drink options: 5 drinks
■ Mentaiko Mochu Cheese Bun Price: 176 yen (190.08 yen including tax)
■ Hearty Chunky Meat Bun Price: 156 yen (168.48 yen including tax)
■ Hearty, Juicy Large Pork Bun Price: 232 yen (250.56 yen including tax)
■ Hearty, Juicy Pork Bun Price: 204 yen (220.32 yen including tax)
■ Hearty, Melty Pizza Bun Price: 158 yen (170.64 yen including tax)
■ Hearty, Rich, Gooey Sesame Paste Bun Price: 149 yen (160.92 yen including tax)
■ Hearty Chunky Red Bean Bun Price: 130 yen (140.40 yen including tax)
Symposium to mark 10 years of the Chiba University × 京葉銀行 Eco Project
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Chiba University and 京葉銀行 will hold a symposium on October 27, 2026, at Keyaki Hall on Chiba University's Nishi-Chiba Campus to mark the 10th anniversary of the Chiba University × 京葉銀行 eco project, an industry-academia collaboration launched in 2017. The event will look back on 10 years of activities through video and student presentations, feature a cross-talk with alumni, and include a second-part panel discussion themed around “The Next 10 Years.” Alumni, current students, local businesses and the bank will discuss developing the next generation of sustainability talent and fostering regional collaboration. Admission is free, and advance registration is required.
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Since its launch in 2017, this project has...
Chiba University × 京葉銀行 eco project: 10th anniversary symposium
Older adults who visit nearby waterfronts are less likely to show signs of depression — First such study in Asia examines the link between waterfront visits and mental health across 69 municipalities nationwide —
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A research team including Kazuki Matsumoto, a specially appointed researcher at Chiba University's Center for Preventive Medical Sciences, and Associate Professor Masamichi Hanazato analyzed the link between visits to waterfronts (blue spaces) and mental health among 21,339 people aged 65 and older in 69 municipalities nationwide. The study found that older adults who visited a waterfront within walking distance of home at least once a month were 21% less likely to show signs of depression than those who did not, and scored 0.28 points higher on happiness. The study, the first epidemiological study of its kind in Asia, was published in BMC Public Health on August 27, 2026.
Facts
Using data from a survey of 21,339 people aged 65 and older
Among 21,339 people aged 65 and older in 69 municipalities nationwide
The proportion showing signs of depression was 21% lower
Happiness (on a scale of 0–10) was also 0.28 points higher
6,949 people (32.6%)
Original6,949人（32.6％）が、水辺を月1回以上「訪れる人」でした
Even in an analysis limited to 8,836 people in municipalities at least 1 km from the sea
The proportion showing signs of depression was 24% lower
Happiness was 0.33 points higher
The proportion showing signs of depression was 29% lower
Within walking distance of home (about 1 km)
Survey conducted in 2022
The findings were published in the academic journal BMC Public Health on August 27, 2026
Companies mentioned：国立大学法人千葉大学、国立大学法人千葉大学予防医学センター、国立研究開発法人国立長寿医療研究センター、国立研究開発法人科学技術振興機構、公益財団法人健康・体力づくり事業財団、国立大学法人新潟大学、東京医科歯科大学、国立研究開発法人防災科学技術研究所、日本老年学的評価研究（JAGES）、BMC Public Health
[AMERICAN HOLIC] Popular staff member “YUKI” makes her debut as a producer! A versatile vest and denim jumper skirt designed to fit petite wearers
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AMERICAN HOLIC, a brand operated by 株式会社ストライプインターナショナル, will release 2 styles—a vest and a denim jumper skirt—produced for the first time by popular staff member “YUKI” at AMERICAN HOLIC Aeon Mall Shimoda and its official online store, STRIPE CLUB, at 12 p.m. on Friday, October 23, 2026. Designed from the perspective of “YUKI,” a 151cm-tall petite staff member, the items are made to fit petite wearers, are easy to style in different ways, and feature carefully considered designs. A commemorative gacha challenge and an Instagram livestream are also planned.
Facts
Release date: October 23, 2026 (Friday), at 12 p.m.
Items for sale: 2 styles, a vest and a jumper skirt
Price: ¥6,990
A gacha challenge offering prizes such as coupons will be held for customers who spend at least 1,000 yen including tax that day
Shares relatable casual styles that make the most of her petite 151cm frame
Excels at creating polished, sophisticated looks for a standard-build 155cm frame
[Sawako Ariyoshi's timeless masterpiece returns in print] Koge, a story of 40 years of intense love and hatred between a free-spirited mother and daughter in the geisha world, goes on sale October 5 from Kawade Bunko! Afterword by Erika Yoshida
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株式会社河出書房新社 announced that it will reissue Sawako Ariyoshi's timeless masterpiece Koge (こうげ) through Kawade Bunko on October 6, 2026. Set in the geisha world from the late Meiji era through the Showa era, the novel depicts 40 turbulent years of love and hatred between Ikuyo, a free-spirited mother, and her daughter Tomoko, a geisha. It includes an afterword by Erika Yoshida and costs 1,485 yen including tax; it is 640 pages.
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Koge (こうげ) (price including tax: 1,485 yen) will be released by Kawade Bunko on October 6
List price including tax: 1,485 yen (1,350 yen before tax)
Format: paperback / softcover / 640 pages
ISBN: 978-4-309-42295-4
It depicts 40 years of intense love and hatred, though warped
Release date: November 6, 2020
List price including tax: 990 yen (900 yen before tax)
Format: paperback / softcover / 424 pages
Release date: January 10, 2023
Format: paperback / softcover / 288 pages
Born in Wakayama City in Showa 6
Died in Showa 59
Became a candidate for the Akutagawa Prize with Jiuta in Showa 31, making her literary debut
Shrimp! Prawns! Shrimp! This fall is all about shrimp! Introducing the new Triple Shrimp Bowl!
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株式会社かつや, a subsidiary of アークランドサービスホールディングス株式会社, will begin offering the Triple Shrimp Bowl for a limited time at Katsuya restaurants across Japan from Friday, October 9, 2026. This special shrimp-packed menu combines shrimp cutlet, fried shrimp and shrimp cream croquette. It is priced at 890 yen (979 yen including tax) at regular locations and 980 yen including tax at ticket-vending-machine locations. Takeout and set-meal options are also available.
Facts
The Triple Shrimp Bowl will go on sale for a limited time at Katsuya restaurants across Japan from Friday, October 9, 2026
Regular locations: 890 yen (979 yen including tax) / ticket-vending-machine locations: 980 yen including tax
Regular locations: 990 yen (1,089 yen including tax) / ticket-vending-machine locations: 1,090 yen including tax
Regular locations: 890 yen (961 yen including tax) / ticket-vending-machine locations: 980 yen including tax
Regular locations: 990 yen (1,069 yen including tax) / ticket-vending-machine locations: 1,090 yen including tax
The app offers a 100-yen-off coupon, equivalent to the 100-yen discount tickets distributed at stores each month
Operates 807 stores across multiple brands in Japan and overseas (as of the end of December 2025)
Established on March 2, 1993
Capital: 1,932 million yen
Opened its No. 1 store in Sagamihara, Kanagawa Prefecture, in August 1998
Delivered chilled after aging for about 4 weeks between the processing plant and the store
The standard menu item Katsudon (Ume), made with an 80g pork loin cutlet, costs 620 yen (682 yen including tax)
The Roast Pork Loin Cutlet Set Meal, made with a 120g pork loin cutlet, costs 830 yen (913 yen including tax)
[Tokyu Store × 東急病院] Launch of the 5th collaboration item: Genovese Pasta supervised by a dietitian at 東急病院
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株式会社東急ストア launched Genovese Pasta supervised by a dietitian at 東急病院, operated by 東急株式会社, on October 1. The health-conscious pasta is topped with colorful vegetables, chicken breast and almonds, and has a suggested retail price of 538 yen including tax. It is the 5th collaboration between Tokyu Store and 東急病院.
Dental clinic bankruptcies and closures on pace for a record high; urban-rural divide deepens as a shortage of successors becomes evident, with intensifying competition and an aging population adding pressure
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According to a survey by 株式会社帝国データバンク, 120 dental clinics closed or dissolved between January and September 2026, up 14 cases, or about 1 in 10, from 106 in the same period a year earlier. There were also 23 bankruptcies (liabilities of at least 1000万円 and legal proceedings), bringing the total to 143, the highest figure on record for the period. In urban areas, competition is intensifying with large medical corporations and clinics specializing in clear-aligner orthodontics, while in rural areas, population decline and aging are reducing patient numbers, deepening the divide. The average age of clinic directors at closure exceeded 70, and “quiet closures” due to a lack of successors are increasing even among profitable clinics.
Facts
There were 120 closures or dissolutions of “dentists (dental clinics)” between January and September 2026 (hereafter, “closures”)
Original前年同期（106件）から14件・約1割の増加となった
There were 23 bankruptcies (liabilities of at least 1000万円 and legal proceedings)
A total of 143 dental clinics ceased operating, the highest number on record for the same period
Scope of count: bankruptcies involving liabilities of at least 1000万円 and legal proceedings
The average age of clinic directors at closure was over 70 (as of September 2026)
Of the dental clinics that closed over the past 5 years, more than half of the 120 cases with known results for the most recent fiscal period were profitable
[Mocchiri Udon Genjiro] Winter flavors: large Miyagi-grown oysters and black maitake mushroom tempura go on sale October 6 (Tuesday)
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肉讃岐 もっちりうどん源次郎 座間相模が丘店, operated by 株式会社物語コーポレーション, will begin offering “Sanriku Miyagi-grown Large Oyster Tempura” and “Black Maitake Tempura” as winter seasonal menu items from October 6 (Tuesday), 2026. They will be available until mid-January 2027.
Facts
Available for a limited time this winter from October 6 (Tuesday), 2026
October 6, 2026 (Tuesday) to mid-January 2027
Sanriku Miyagi-grown Large Oyster, Black Maitake Mushroom and Eggplant Tempura Udon (1,180 yen/1,298 yen including tax)
Sanriku Miyagi-grown Large Oyster, Black Maitake Mushroom and Eggplant Tempura Rice Bowl (small) (690 yen/759 yen including tax)
Sanriku Miyagi-grown Large Oyster, Black Maitake Mushroom and Eggplant Tempura Platter (590 yen/649 yen including tax)
・Sanriku Miyagi-grown Large Oyster Tempura: (290 yen/319 yen including tax)
・Sanriku Miyagi-grown Large Oyster Tempura (3 pieces): (870 yen/957 yen including tax)
・Black Maitake Tempura: (150 yen/165 yen including tax)
Capital: ¥5.9 billion (as of June 30, 2026)
Revenue: ¥151.6 billion (fiscal year ended June 2026)
※ Group store sales: approximately ¥210.1 billion (fiscal year ending June 2026)
816 locations in Japan (553 directly operated locations and 263 franchised locations)
More than half of job seekers have thought, “I don’t want to proceed to an interview” after applying. The most common reason was “slow updates on the selection process”; other reasons included “high-handed attitude” and “too many calls and emails” [Survey on job-change attitudes among people in their 20s]
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株式会社学情 has released the results of a survey of people in their 20s looking to change jobs. More than half of respondents, 53.8%, said they had felt after applying that they “didn’t want to proceed to an interview.” The most common reason was “slow updates on the selection process” at 30.0%, followed by reasons including “high-handed attitude” and “too many calls and emails.”
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“Yes” accounted for 53.8%, a majority
The top response was “The company was slow to provide updates on the selection process” at 30.0%
“I wasn’t prepared for the selection process” 29.0%
“The company’s response was high-handed” 23.0%
“The company sent too many calls or emails about the selection process” 20.0%
“I lost interest after hearing about the specific job duties” was the most common response at 52.7%
“The HR representative or on-site employees weren’t appealing” 38.7%
A “new color” joins bobe’s Skin Color Balm collection to brighten the holiday season!
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Clean beauty brand bobe（ボウブ）, part of the 株式会社HYBES (TSI Holdings Group), will release a total of 7 shades of its popular Skin Color Balm through its official online store and other outlets from October 16 (Friday), 2026. The lineup includes 1 new shade (Cocoa Brown) and 2 returning shades (Swim Mint and Amethyst). The multi-purpose balm contains more than 95% beauty ingredients and can be used on lips, cheeks and eyes. Price: 3,960 yen including tax.
Facts
3,960 yen (including tax)
On sale from October 16 (Friday), 2026
Contains more than 95% beauty ingredients
Generously formulated with 8 carefully selected beauty ingredients※1
▪COLOR/7 shades in total
1 long-awaited new shade and 2 returning shades
Clean beauty brand bobe（ボウブ）, which debuted in October 2023
[Z-kai Correspondence Courses] Free booklet for 5th graders seriously aiming for Tsukukoma, with targeted preparation for the “patterns” section of Tsukukoma math! ◆Limited time only◆
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株式会社Ｚ会 is running a limited-time campaign for 5th graders aiming to enter 筑波大学附属駒場中学校 through the Z-kai Correspondence Courses junior high school entrance exam program. Participants will receive an original booklet, “A Guide to Patterns in Tsukukoma Math,” focused on the “patterns” section of the Tsukukoma mathematics exam. The campaign runs from October 1 (Thursday) to November 23 (Monday, public holiday), 2026.
Facts
Application period for the free booklet: October 1 (Thursday) to November 23 (Monday, public holiday), 2026
Booklet delivery: scheduled for mid-December 2026
Eligible recipients: 5th graders aiming for Tsukukoma
Carefully selected 3 past exam questions to work through in depth as a starting point for mastering “patterns.”
[Pixio] Rounded design brings a softer touch to your desk. New monitor stand “PXRS1” in 4 colors matching the Wave lineup
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Pixio, a gaming accessories brand operated by Hamee株式会社, announced that it will begin taking preorders for the PXRS1 monitor stand, featuring rounded edges on all sides, on October 6, 2026. Priced at 4,980 yen (4,527 yen before tax), it will be available in 4 colors—black, white, pink and blue—to match Wave monitors.
Facts
Preorder launch date: Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Price: 4,980 yen (4,527 yen before tax)
Product size: Overall: 600×268×106 mm
Top panel: 600×268×18 mm
Leg diameter: 35 mm
Product weight: 2.2 kg
Load capacity: 15 kg
Hamee株式会社 (Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard Market, securities code: 3134)
Established: May 1998
Available in 4 colors—black, white, pink and blue—to match the Wave monitor lineup.
株式会社Nプラス, which operates N+（エヌプラス）, the Nitori Group’s apparel brand, will grand open “N+ Shimachu Homes Shin-Kawasaki Store” on the 2nd floor of 島忠ホームズ Shin-Kawasaki Store in Tsurumi Ward, Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, on October 9, 2026. To mark the opening, the store will run a campaign through October 18 offering 10% off purchases of 2 or more items from the store totaling at least 5,000 yen (tax included).
Facts
Original「N+ 島忠ホームズ新川崎店」を2026年10月9日（金）オープンいたします。
Campaign period: October 9, 2026 to October 18
10% off purchases totaling at least 5,000 yen (tax included)
Lurex Dolman-Sleeve Knit Pullover [Price] 2,990 yen (tax included)
Argyle Knit Pullover [Price] 4,490 yen (tax included)
Magic-Belt Stretch Pants ST [Price] 2,990 yen (tax included)
【MoMA Design Store】Limited-edition “Tripp Trapp Chair MoMA Edition,” created in collaboration with Stokke, launches
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MoMA Design Store (head office: Chiyoda Ward, Tokyo) will launch the limited-edition “Tripp Trapp Chair MoMA Edition,” created in collaboration with Norwegian baby and children’s brand Stokke（ストッケ）, at its Omotesando, Fukuoka and Kyoto stores and online store from October 16, 2026. The Tripp Trapp, introduced in 1972, is also part of MoMA’s permanent collection. Its special colors draw inspiration from MoMA’s signature color palette, allowing up to 4 different looks depending on the combination.
Facts
Price (tax included): 69,300 yen
Price (tax included): 12,650 yen
Size: W46.5×D49.5×H78.5×SH43‐56 cm
Size: W41×D2×H27 cm・W28×D2×H26 cm
【Launch date】 October 16, 2026 (advance sale)
Since its launch in 1972
Enjoy up to 4 different looks depending on the combination
株式会社パソナHRソリューション surveyed 81 companies that employ foreign nationals and 100 foreign nationals working in Japan in its study, “Survey on the Employment and Retention of Foreign Talent.” The top challenges reported by companies were “communication” at 46% and “cross-cultural support” at 36%. Foreign workers cited “acquiring job-related knowledge and skills” at 19% and “understanding work instructions” at 17%. The support seen as necessary for long-term employment included “a mentoring system” at 22%, “cross-cultural understanding” at 20% and “clear evaluation criteria” at 19%. Satisfaction among those who took “Japanese-language lessons” was 3.71, well above the 2.98 recorded by those who did not, underscoring the importance of Japanese-language education.
Facts
Among 81 companies employing foreign nationals and 100 foreign nationals working in Japan
Among 100 foreign nationals working in Japan
“Communication (Japanese proficiency, reporting and consultation, and conveying instructions)” ranked first at 46%
“Cross-cultural support (cultural differences and differing values)” followed at 36%
“Mentoring system (22%)”
“Cross-cultural understanding (20%)”
“Understanding work instructions (17%)”
“Understanding Japanese business practices (15%)”
“Honorific language and business etiquette (29%)”
“Ambiguous expressions and instructions (21%)”
They find “understanding the evaluation system (19%)” challenging
Satisfaction among those who took “Japanese-language lessons” was 3.71
Satisfaction among those who did not take them was 2.98
The largest gap was 0.73
The overall average was 3.08
“Addressing differences in culture, values and work styles (31%)”
“Difficulty conveying work instructions and explanations (28%)”
“Workload associated with accepting foreign workers (27%)”
Established: August 3, 2015
Survey period: July 8 (Wednesday) to 17 (Friday), 2026
The ‘So Much to Love from Back Then! Heart-Fluttering Heisei Fancy Market’ is coming to SHIBUYA TSUTAYA!
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Happinet Media Marketing, a subsidiary of 株式会社ハピネット, will hold the ‘Heart-Fluttering Heisei Fancy Market’ at SHIBUYA TSUTAYA, basement 2F, from Oct. 6 to 12, 2026. The event will feature nostalgic Heisei-era cute character goods, including ‘Pukupuku Awawa-chan’ and ‘Fuwafuwa Rabi-chan.’ For every 2,200 yen spent (including tax), customers will receive 1 randomly selected ‘mini photo’ (one of 3 types). The entire venue is fully cashless.
Facts
Securities code: 7552
Oct. 6, 2026 (Tue.)
Through Monday, the 12th (public holiday)
Hours: 10:00–22:00
Location: SHIBUYA TSUTAYA, basement 2F
For every 2,200 yen spent on merchandise (including tax)
‘Japanese Constitution Exhibition 2026’ to be held from Wednesday, Nov. 4, to Sunday, Nov. 29, 2026
Top award among 3,750 works from Japan and overseas
The Constitution of Japan, which came into force in 1947
Nearly 80 years later
List price: 1,870 yen (including tax)
Explore all 103 articles of the Constitution alongside 69 masterpieces of postwar art
A5 format, 224 pages, full color
The first Japanese recipient in 12 years at the time
Companies mentioned：TAC株式会社、アートバーゼル、文化庁、一般社団法人コンテンポラリーアートプラットフォーム、無人島プロダクション、青山｜目黒、早稲田大学、東京造形大学、イムラアートギャラリー、Jam Acuzar、MISA SHIN GALLERY、MIZUMA ART GALLERY、OTA FINE ARTS、THIS IS NO FANTASY、waitingroom、山口情報芸術センター、合同会社Ponzu House、京都精華大学、トヨタ財団、ベラス・アルテス財団
Neighborhood general store GEORGE’S to open a new location at イオンモール Hanyu in Saitama Prefecture on Friday, Oct. 9!
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GEORGE'S（ジョージズ）, a general store operated by 株式会社アダストリア, part of the 株式会社アンドエスティHD group, will open a new store on the 1F of イオンモール Hanyu in Saitama Prefecture on Friday, Oct. 9, 2026. The store will offer a range of goods, primarily household items, as well as women's apparel and some unisex products. Opening events will include gifts of original tote bags and capsule figures, special sales, and distribution of 10% OFF coupons.
Facts
Opening date: Friday, Oct. 9, 2026
株式会社アダストリア, which operates more than 40 multi-brand labels
Operates approximately 1,500 stores in Japan and overseas.
Customers who spend at least 2,500 yen including tax will receive an original tote bag from the イオンモール Hanyu store
Customers who spend at least 3,500 yen including tax will receive a capsule figure
Limited to the first 50 customers each day
Receive a special 10% OFF coupon that can be used at a later date
Hours: 10:00–21:00
Distribution period: Friday, Oct. 9, 2026, to Monday, Oct. 12 (public holiday)
The results showed that a combined 20.4% had experienced some kind of disappointment or regret: 2.4% said it happened ‘often’ and 18.0% said it happened ‘occasionally.’
Valid responses: 450 samples
The most common response was ‘I made a snap decision in the moment,’ at 43.5%.
The most common response was ‘I didn’t feel satisfied given the price,’ at 31.5%.
This was followed by ‘I bought it without enough information’ at 37.0%.
A combined 42.4% appear to have felt they had not sought enough advice before buying.
The most common response was ‘features and specifications suited to how I would use it,’ at 25.0%.
This was followed by ‘the appropriate price range and how to set a budget’ at 23.9%.
‘Insufficient functionality (such as water resistance and durability)’ at 22.8%.
[Survey on custom-built homes] 52.8% prioritized materials! Meanwhile, just 35.7% considered health and indoor air quality
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株式会社NEXER Group and 丸和建設株式会社 jointly surveyed 140 people who had purchased custom-built homes about their attention to the materials used in housing. While 52.8% said they had prioritized materials, just 35.7% had considered health and indoor air quality when choosing wall materials. As many as 85.8% said they would like to prioritize health when building a home in the future.
Facts
Valid responses: 140 samples
In total, 52.8% said they had “taken materials into consideration”
“Considered them very carefully” — 21.4%
“Considered them somewhat” — 31.4%
Together, these responses accounted for 47.2%
In total, 60.8% said they “knew” the difference
“Solid wood (natural wood) flooring” — 73.6%
“Plywood or sheet flooring” — 26.4%
In total, 64.3% said they “knew” the difference
In total, 35.7% said they had considered it
“Considered it strongly” — 13.6%
“Considered it somewhat” — 22.1%
“Didn’t consider it much” — 48.6%
“Didn’t consider it at all” — 15.7%
In total, 64.3% said they “knew”
In total, 85.8% said they “would like to prioritize it”
“Would very much like to prioritize it” — 42.9%; “Would somewhat like to prioritize it” — 42.9%
Results of a survey on autumn home makeovers and replacing furniture and appliances, jointly conducted by 株式会社NEXER Group and エコゼスト. The survey covered 500 men and women nationwide from September 19 to 25, 2026. A total of 39.6% had experienced difficulties disposing of large furniture or appliances. The main hurdles were “they’re too large to carry out by myself (69.5%)” and “disposal costs money (61.9%).”
Facts
Valid responses: 500 samples
“Dispose of them through bulky-waste or municipal collection” — 62.0%
“Sell them to a buyback store or recycling shop” and “Have them taken away when purchasing a new item” — 22.4% each
“Hire a junk removal service” — 17.4%
“Yes” — 39.6%
“They’re too large to carry out by myself” — 69.5%
“Disposal costs money” — 61.9%
“I don’t know how to dispose of them” — 40.1%
“Yes” — 19.0%
“Yes” — 16.0%
“It’s difficult to carry them out” — 51.3%
“I expect the buyback price to be low” — 47.5%
“It’s difficult to transport them to a buyback store” — 45.0%
株式会社NEXER Group and 有限会社幸昭 jointly surveyed 500 men and women nationwide about the cost of soundproofing work and renovations. A total of 65.2% estimated the cost at under 1 million yen, and 49.2% felt it was worth the expense. Meanwhile, 58.4% were concerned that “the total cost is high,” and 47.0% said they prioritized “extensive experience in soundproofing work” when choosing a contractor.
Facts
In total, 65.2% answered “under 1 million yen”
In total, 49.2% answered “I think it’s worthwhile”
Together, these responses accounted for 50.8%
The most common answer was “the total cost is high,” at 58.4%
The most common answer was “extensive experience in soundproofing work,” at 47.0%
“Costs are clear and estimates are easy to understand” — 45.6%
“I don’t know the going rate” — 31.2%
“It’s hard to tell whether it’s worth the cost” — 27.6%
Choosing a specialist for technical work and processing: 94.0% said being able to view examples and samples was “very helpful” or “somewhat helpful” when deciding whether to place an order
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株式会社NEXER Group and レーザ加工なび, a comprehensive information site on laser processing, conducted a survey about choosing a contractor for specialized processing and technical work. Of the 100 respondents, 94.0% said being able to view examples of completed work and samples was “helpful” when deciding whether to place an order. As reassurance, 69.0% cited “indicative pricing,” 59.0% cited “examples of completed work,” and 56.0% cited “an estimated turnaround time.” The most common response on what inspired confidence in a provider’s technical ability and reliability was “when they answered specialized questions accurately,” at 66.0%.
Facts
“Very helpful” accounted for 65.0% and “somewhat helpful” for 29.0%, with 94.0% in total saying it was “helpful”
“Very helpful” — 65.0%
“Somewhat helpful” — 29.0%
“Not very helpful” — 6.0%
The most common answer was “indicative pricing,” at 69.0%
Next was “examples of completed work,” at 59.0%
“An estimated turnaround time” — 56.0%
The most common answer was “finishing accuracy,” at 78.0%
“Clarity of photos and drawings” — 43.0%
“Quantities and lot sizes handled” — 41.0%
We asked whether respondents would use a service if there were a point of contact where they could easily make an initial inquiry. The results showed that 51.0% said “yes”
“Neither” — 45.0%
“No” — 4.0%
The most common response was “when they accurately answered specialized questions,” at 66.0%
“When the quality of prototypes or samples was high” came in at 65.0%
The “ultimate osechi” to celebrate the start of 2027. “Shukuzan Osechi Cuisine,” filled with the traditions and craftsmanship that “Food New Otani” takes pride in
Anna Murashige and others weigh in on “the traits of celebrities who play around”: “When I look back at my LINE chats…” Enako reveals who she is wary of exchanging LINE details with: “Are they worried about leaks...?” | “Uraaka Uraraka”
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ABEMA will begin airing episode #1 of the new original talk variety show “Uraaka Uraraka,” hosted by Akira Kawashima of Kirin, at 11 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026. The show features candid conversations based on anonymous “secret account” posts. The premiere features Eiji Wentz, Enako, Yoichiro Kakitani, Kuruma of Reiwa Roman, Anna Murashige and MON7A. A discussion was sparked by a post claiming that “celebrities whose LINE profile icons feature a single hiragana character are players.” Enako spoke about her caution regarding secondary accounts and information leaks, while Murashige revealed her habit of unsending messages and the confusion caused by saved contact names.
Facts
Episode #1 of the new original talk variety show “Uraaka Uraraka,” hosted by Akira Kawashima of Kirin, aired at 11 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026.
The premiere, episode #1, aired on Saturday, Oct. 3, and featured Eiji Wentz, Enako, Yoichiro Kakitani, Kuruma of Reiwa Roman, Anna Murashige and MON7A.
I’ll say it plainly: celebrities with a single hiragana character as their LINE icon are players.
LILY BROWN introduces custom shoes by Clarks Originals! Reservations open Oct. 7 (Wed.)
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株式会社マッシュスタイルラボ, which operates the women's brand LILY BROWN（リリー ブラウン）, is launching “Weaver Craft (ウィーバー クラフト),” a custom model created with footwear brand Clarks Originals（クラークス オリジナルズ）. Reservations open at noon on Oct. 7 through the official online store, MASH STORE and USAGI ONLINE. The price is ¥29,920 (tax included).
Facts
Price: ¥29,920 (tax included)
Sizes: S (23.0 cm), M (24.0 cm), L (25.0 cm)
Campaign offering 10% in MA points
Clarks, the British footwear brand founded in 1825
Reservation start: Oct. 7 (Wed.) at 12:00 (noon)
Oct. 7 (Wed.) at 12:00 (noon)–Oct. 9 (Fri.) at 23:59
Nationwide launch: Stock expected from late October onward
Speed up your work dramatically! New 12-key left-hand controller launched
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サンワサプライ株式会社 has launched the “400-SKB085” programmable keyboard through its direct sales site サンワダイレクト. The left-hand device lets users freely assign shortcuts and macros to 12 keys, and features mechanical blue switches, LED backlighting and a wired connection. It is designed to improve creators’ work efficiency.
Facts
A left-hand device that can dramatically boost work efficiency by letting users freely assign shortcuts and other functions to 12 keys
A monthly media platform for book and culture lovers, "Da Vinci note," launches on Dec. 1, 2026!
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株式会社KADOKAWA announced that it will launch "Da Vinci note," a subscription-based monthly media platform using note pro, on Dec. 1, 2026, as a new initiative under the publishing and web media brand "Da Vinci." For a monthly fee of 800 yen, it will publish essays, columns, novels, book reviews, interviews, and more, and will also feature reader-participation projects. To mark the launch, a 1-month free campaign will be held. Meanwhile, the magazine "Da Vinci" will cease publication with its November 2026 issue, on sale Oct. 6.
Facts
"Da Vinci note" will launch on Dec. 1, 2026 (Tue.)
Price: 800 yen per month (tax included) ※ Eligible for the 1-month free campaign
Since the magazine launched in 1994, "Da Vinci" has shared the appeal of books and culture
For more than 30 years, we have continued to bring readers and books together
Publication will cease with the November 2026 issue (on sale Oct. 6, 2026)
A campaign will offer 1 month free from the date of joining
Essential for Kyushu University applicants: Eishinkan's teaching expertise, all in one book! "Revised 4th Edition: The World's Easiest-to-Understand Mathematics for Kyushu University," featuring 17 years of past exam questions (academic years 2026–2010), more than typical past-question collections, goes on sale Oct. 6, 2026 (Tue.)
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株式会社KADOKAWA will release a mathematics exam-preparation book for Kyushu University, "Revised 4th Edition: The World's Easiest-to-Understand Mathematics for Kyushu University: 17 Years of Previous Questions for the First-Period Science and Humanities Mathematics Exams" (written by Toshihide Tsutsui), on Oct. 6, 2026. Drawing on Eishinkan's teaching expertise, it includes 17 years of first-period exam questions from academic years 2026–2010.
Facts
List price: ¥3,300 (base price ¥3,000 + tax)
Page count: 664 pages
More than 200 points in the School of Medicine's medical program
Around 160 points in the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences' Clinical Pharmacy program (converted to a 250-point scale)
Around 120 points (converted to a 200-point scale) for faculties and departments requiring "Humanities Mathematics"
Typically, 2 of the 5 questions cover calculus in "Mathematics III," the complex plane, probability, and integers, with 1 question on each of these topics
ISBN: 978-4-04-607967-1
Release date: Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Revised 4th Edition: The World's Easiest-to-Understand Mathematics for Kyushu University
AndTech seminar scheduled for Nov. 11: "Design and Structural Analysis of Self-Assembling DDS Materials and Their Applications in Nucleic Acid Delivery"—a web-based Zoom seminar
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株式会社AndTech will hold a web-based Zoom seminar on Nov. 11, 2026, as part of its Zoom courses supporting R&D. The seminar will focus on "Design and Structural Analysis of Self-Assembling DDS Materials and Their Applications in Nucleic Acid Delivery." 3 leading experts from Kyushu University, the University of Kitakyushu, and Institute of Science Tokyo will explain self-assembling peptide materials, MALS and SAXS evaluation of polymeric micelles, and applications in mRNA and genome editing. The participation fee is 60,500 yen (tax included).
[Sold out 23 minutes after sales opened] Free-roam XR experience "Mobilis Frontier: The Forgotten City of Memories," based on the otherworldly Vlog "Transition Zone Chronicles," to be held at 有楽町マルイ from Nov. 13
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株式会社アルファコード announced that it will host "Mobilis Frontier: The Forgotten City of Memories," a free-roam XR experience based on its original IP "Transition Zone Chronicles," at 有楽町マルイ 8F from Nov. 13 to Nov. 23, 2026. All tickets for every date sold out 23 minutes after sales began at 20:00 on Oct. 5, 2026. In response to the strong demand, the company will also begin recruiting event partners for a nationwide rollout.
Facts
Tickets for all dates sold out in just 23 minutes
Original開催期間：2026年11月13日（金）～11月23日（月・祝）
Duration: Approximately 35 minutes (approximately 20 minutes for the XR experience and approximately 15 minutes for the briefing and equipment fitting)
Original体験人数：1枠最大4名
Ticket prices (tax included): 2,500 yen on weekdays, 3,500 yen on holidays
As of October 2026, the YouTube channel had approximately 370,000 subscribers
The popular video "Yugami Alert" has recorded approximately 8.4 million views
Orders open for trading acrylic stands featuring original manga panels from Hozuki's Coolheadedness, trading die-cut stickers featuring original manga panels, and more!! Available through AMNIBUS, which sells original anime and manga merchandise
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株式会社arma bianca began taking orders on Wednesday, Sept. 30, for 12 products based on the manga Hozuki's Coolheadedness—including acrylic stands, stickers, foil-stamped cards, postcards, calendars, can badges, and acrylic keychains—through its online store for original merchandise, AMNIBUS.
Facts
We are opening orders for 12 products based on the manga Hozuki's Coolheadedness.
Orders for the products began on Wednesday, September 30.
Mackenzie House is the sole sponsor of "Hiratsuka Bar-Hopping Stroll" for the 2nd consecutive year, following 2025
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株式会社マッケンジーハウス (Hiratsuka, Kanagawa Prefecture; Representative Director: Eiji Okubo) announced that it will be the sole sponsor of the 10th Hiratsuka Bar-Hopping Stroll, to be held around the south exit of Hiratsuka Station on Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026. This marks its 2nd consecutive year as sole sponsor, following the 9th event in 2025. As a housing company, it aims to support opportunities for people to discover and connect with local businesses, helping foster lifestyles that begin at home.
Facts
Advance tickets cost 5,000 yen, and tickets on the day cost 5,500 yen.
The 5-ticket bundle allows visitors to go to a total of 5 establishments: 3 designated establishments and 2 of their choice.
3 designated establishments and 2 establishments of your choice
A total of 5 establishments, including 2 of your choice
The event runs from 17:00 to 22:00, with last admission at 20:00.
Last admission is at 20:00
To be held around the south exit of Hiratsuka Station on Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026
"10th Hiratsuka Bar-Hopping Stroll"
This marks the 2nd consecutive year as sole sponsor, following the 9th event in 2025.
広島県公立大学法人叡啓大学 announced that it will hold a talk event, "Is the Key to Japan's Revival in Its Regions?—Considering Companies, Talent, and Universities in an Era of Population Decline," at SHIBUYA QWS in Tokyo's Shibuya district on Oct. 28, 2026. The speakers will be employment journalist Tsugio Ebihara and Professor Yoshinobu Hayata of 叡啓大学. Attendance is limited to 50 people, is free of charge, and requires advance registration.
Facts
Date and time: Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026, 16:00–17:30 (registration from 15:30)
[All-You-Can-Drink Bourbon Gacha] Let the gacha decide your next drink! Enjoy up to 65 types of bourbon in a new all-you-can-drink experience in Shinjuku. Starts Oct. 6 (Tue)!
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BAR 東京バーボンクラブ, a bourbon specialty bar operated by 株式会社ロイヤルマイル, will launch a new plan, “All-You-Can-Drink Bourbon Gacha,” for a limited time through the end of October, starting Oct. 6, 2026 (Tue). The plan combines all-you-can-drink access to up to 65 types of bourbon with a “gacha” element. Guests can enjoy tasting bourbon across 10 themes, and the plan is available to users of the 65-type Premium Plan (¥5,000, tax included).
Facts
All-you-can-drink access to up to 65 types of bourbon
From Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026
Available for a limited time through the end of October
During the Tokyo Bourbon Festival (Sept. 10–30, 2026)
10 themes in total
① 35-type plan: ¥3,500 (tax included)
② 65-type Premium Plan: ¥5,000 (tax included)
※ Usage time: 80 minutes
18:00–2:00 the following day
Total followers have exceeded 1.2 million
Has visited nearly 100 distilleries in Japan and abroad
Has served as a judge and chairman at the competition for 6 consecutive years
In addition to its 4 directly operated stores
Companies mentioned：株式会社ロイヤルマイル、BAR 東京バーボンクラブ、BAR TOKYO BOURBON CLUB、BAR LIVET、BAR 新宿 ウイスキーサロン、BAR LAST WORD、六本木ウイスキーサロン、大宮ウイスキーサロン、咲グラス（SAKI Glass）、Taiki Cosmic Glen Distillery、一般社団法人日本バーテンダー協会（N.B.A.）、日本ウイスキー文化復興協会、ウイスgキーガロア（Whisky Galore）、東京ウイスキー＆スピリッツコンペティション（TWSC）、THE GLENLIVET、Bols、Hennessy、BSフジ、三越伊勢丹
[Event Report] Revitalizing the community through crane games × matchmaking! 36 people attended “Kurecon.” on Oct. 4, and 6 couples formed!
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株式会社東洋 (based in Okegawa, Saitama Prefecture; Representative Director Hideo Nakamura) and 桶川市商工会青年部 held “Kurecon. — The claw moves. Love moves.”, a community revitalization and matchmaking event featuring crane games, at エブリデイとれトレ屋桶川店 on Oct. 4, 2026 (Sun). 36 men and women attended, and 6 couples formed.
Facts
36 men and women attended the event
We are pleased to announce that 6 couples ultimately formed.
The event was held at エブリデイとれトレ屋桶川店 on Oct. 4, 2026 (Sun).
Now accepting orders for original items from the anime “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba” × “箱根小涌園ユネッサン”!! Available through AMNIBUS, which sells original anime and manga merchandise
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株式会社アルマビアンカ began accepting orders on Sept. 30 (Wed) through its online store AMNIBUS for original items from the anime “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba” × “箱根小涌園ユネッサン.” The merchandise lineup includes acrylic stands, shikishi boards, can badges, T-shirts, and tote bags featuring newly drawn “Hot Spring Yukata ver.” illustrations of Tanjiro Kamado, Zenitsu Agatsuma, Kanao Tsuyuri, Giyu Tomioka, and Shinobu Kocho.
FLN selected to manage the “Premium Shopping Vouchers for My Neighborhood” program for Funabashi City Honcho-dori Shopping Street. Providing comprehensive support, from promotional activities to back-office operations
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株式会社フューチャーリンクネットワーク (FLN) has been commissioned to manage the “Premium Shopping Vouchers for My Neighborhood” issued by 船橋市本町通り商店街振興組合. It will provide comprehensive support, including back-office operations such as reservations, voucher exchanges, and inquiries, promotional support, and operation of the voucher exchange venue (4 days), helping stimulate local spending in Funabashi and improve the shopping street’s operational efficiency.
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Original1セット5,000円（1セットあたり商品券を6,500円分利用可能）
Original1セットあたり商品券を6,500円分利用可能
Can be used during the period from Oct. 18, 2026 (Sun) to Jan. 17, 2027 (Sun)
Oct. 6, 2026 (Tue), 9:00–Oct. 11 of the same year (Sun), 17:00
Oct. 17, 2026 (Sat)–Oct. 20, 2026 (Tue)
Venue setup, staff dispatch, and event operations (4 days)
“Physical AI EXPO,” showcasing AI applications in factories and logistics sites, to be held for the first time! NexTech Week 2026 [Autumn], one of Japan’s largest AI-related exhibitions
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RX Japan合同会社 has announced that NexTech Week 2026 [Autumn] will be held at Makuhari Messe from Nov. 11 to 13, 2026. The event will comprise 7 specialized exhibitions covering AI, blockchain, quantum computers, humanoid robots, Physical AI, XR, and more, with around 380 companies exhibiting and 25,000 visitors expected. This year, “Physical AI EXPO” and “XR Industry Applications Expo” will be added, bringing the total number of new exhibitions to 3 and enabling cross-comparisons of Physical AI, humanoids, and XR.
Facts
Around 380 companies will exhibit, and 25,000 visitors are expected.
ライブリークリニック to open Sapporo clinic in December 2026, its first location in Hokkaido
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一般社団法人LC GROUP announced that ライブリークリニック, a cosmetic dermatology clinic, will open its Sapporo clinic on Dec. 1, 2026, marking its first location in Hokkaido. The clinic will be located at Kita 2-jo Nishi 3-chome in Chuo Ward, Sapporo, with direct underground access from Sapporo subway station. It plans to offer anti-aging and skin-improvement treatments (Onda Lift/Onda Pro, Alltight, Volnewmer, CareCys, and Tryfill Pro).
Facts
Opening date: Dec. 1, 2026 (Tue) (planned)
ライブリークリニック currently has 3 clinics in Hamamatsucho, Tokyo; Funabashi, Chiba; and Shinsaibashi, Osaka
Direct underground access from Sapporo subway station; a 2-minute walk. A 5-minute walk from JR Sapporo Station.
Clinic hours: 10:00–19:00
Onda Lift (Onda Pro), Alltight, Volnewmer, CareCys, and Tryfill Pro
Taking place across 富士スピードウェイ! WHEELVERSE, a massive car event bringing together more than 3000 vehicles from every corner of car culture, makes its debut on Nov. 3, 2026! Advance tickets on sale now!
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株式会社芸文社 has announced the first edition of WHEELVERSE (ウィールバース), a large-scale, multifaceted car event to be held throughout 富士スピードウェイ on Nov. 3, 2026 (Tue, holiday). Alongside the 3 major meets—Stancenation Japan, ハチマルミーティング, and STYLE BOX MEETING—the event will feature a wide variety of attractions, including THE CLASSIC MOTOR RUN, STELLANTIS ALL BRANDS DAY, the Shell-presented Blind Test Drive Challenge, and VALINO FAN MEETING. More than 3000 vehicles are expected to participate, and advance tickets for general admission have been on sale since Oct. 1.
Facts
A large-scale, multifaceted car event held throughout 富士スピードウェイ on Nov. 3, 2026 (Tue, holiday)
Around 700 entry vehicles will gather
Four-wheel vehicles, advance: ¥5,000
Motorcycles, advance: ¥3,500
Four-wheel vehicles, on the day: ¥6,000
Motorcycles, on the day: ¥4,500
Event date and time: Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026 (national holiday), 9:00–17:00
All 8 brands of ステランティスジャパン will come together
On sale from Thursday, Oct. 1
Vehicles with a seating capacity of 11 or more are not permitted to enter
[October 2026] Cloud TENMA to launch implementation and operations support, assisting with user management and external data sharing
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株式会社リプラス announced that it will begin offering implementation and operations support for its corporate cloud storage service TENMA in October 2026, tailored to each company's usage environment. The support is organized into 4 stages: before implementation, during implementation, after implementation, and ongoing review. Dedicated staff will assist with user ID management, access permission settings for group folders, and web publishing features for sharing data externally.
Facts
We will begin offering an implementation and operations support system tailored to each company's usage environment in October 2026.
Organized into 4 stages: pre-implementation planning, setup during implementation, post-implementation operations, and ongoing review
TENMA can be used with no limit on the number of users issued
[New release] A practical guide to implementing and operating an AI Management System (AIMS), balancing AI use and governance, goes on sale October 29! An essential 1-book guide for all business professionals leading the AI era
We will publish Corporate Practical Guide to AI Governance: Roles of Each Department and Key Points for Coordination—Compliant with ISO/IEC 42001 on Thursday, October 29, 2026.
It organizes “who does what and why” by 7 roles, including executives, frontline staff, legal teams, and IT departments.
[100th anniversary of Winnie-the-Pooh’s original debut] Revised edition of Winnie-the-Pooh’s Christmas, beautifully translated by Kaori Ekuni, now on sale
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Kodansha has released the revised edition of Winnie-the-Pooh’s Christmas, translated by Kaori Ekuni. The book is being reissued to mark the 100th anniversary of Winnie-the-Pooh’s original debut (October 14, 2026), with revisions to a book first published 34 years ago, including careful attention to the warm feel of the paper and the typeface. As of September 2026, total sales of Kodansha’s Winnie-the-Pooh-related books had surpassed 12 million copies.
Facts
The 100th anniversary of Winnie-the-Pooh's original debut
This is a reissue of a book first published 34 years ago.
List price: 2,420 yen (tax included)
44 full-color pages
Total sales surpassed 12 million copies as of September 2026
[“Keep your car beautiful anywhere” portable pressure washer for car washing] On sale October 5!
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株式会社グリーンライフ announced that it will begin selling G-WASH Portable, a battery-powered portable pressure washer designed specifically for car washing, nationwide at home improvement stores and on e-commerce sites from October 5, 2026. It can be used where there is no water supply or power source and features 2 modes—Normal (maximum 3.9 MPa) and Turbo (maximum 6.0 MPa)—4 spray patterns, a quiet 67 dB design, and an 8 m high-pressure hose. It was supervised by car-washing YouTuber BEAUTIFUL CARSⓇ.
Facts
A portable pressure washer designed specifically for car washing, available from October 5, 2026
Maximum discharge pressure: 3.9 MPa
Maximum discharge pressure: 6.0 MPa
Rated discharge pressure: 2.45 MPa
Rated discharge pressure: 4.0 MPa
Maximum water flow: Normal, 170 L/h
Turbo, 200 L/h
Rated water flow: Normal, 140 L/h
Turbo, 180 L/h
Noise level: Normal, 67 dB(A)
Continuous operating time: Normal, approximately 20 minutes
Turbo, approximately 13 minutes
Equipped as standard with an 8m high-pressure hose
A 2.4m auxiliary hose set is also included
Unit weight: approx. 3.5kg
Rated power consumption: 550W
Maximum water pressure: 0.7MPa
Dimensions: approx. 30.6cm wide × 23.2cm deep × 30.0cm high
Model number: KSS-GWB4
Waterproof rating: IPX5
Car-wash YouTuber BEAUTIFUL CARSⓇ, with 160,000 subscribers
Chilled, at room temperature, or warmed. A meal-time drink to enjoy at 3 temperatures, with umami that makes food taste better: Tenku no Matcha High launches Oct. 6
Kumamoto City's first specialized care facility for children with severe disabilities opens in Kengun, Higashi Ward. 「子どもリハビリセンターIllumination健軍」 welcomes children who use ventilators
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株式会社LIGHTSWELL opened 「子どもリハビリセンターIllumination健軍」, a specialized care facility for children with severe disabilities and children requiring medical care, in Kengun, Higashi Ward, Kumamoto City, on Oct. 1, 2026. The facility also accepts children who use ventilators (NPPV and IPPV), providing pediatric rehabilitation based on developmental science and neuroscience, as well as medical care. Given the 98% utilization rate at its Shimonanbu facility, which opened in July 2023, the company is expanding its services through a 2-site system in coordination with the local government while maintaining the quality of support.
Facts
We opened 「子どもリハビリセンターIllumination（イルミネーション）健軍」, a specialized care facility for children with severe disabilities and children requiring medical care, in Kengun, Higashi Ward, Kumamoto City, on Oct. 1, 2026
「子どもリハビリセンターIllumination下南部」, which opened in July 2023
The average daily utilization rate was 98% (※2) over the 6 months from April to September 2026
Although located in Higashi Ward, where children under 15 account for 14.4% of the population, higher than the 12.6% for Kumamoto City as a whole
Although located in Higashi Ward, which exceeds the 12.6% for Kumamoto City as a whole
Open Monday through Saturday and on public holidays from 8:30 to 17:30
The 6-month period from April to September 2026
We have been moving forward with plans to open in Kengun for 2 years
Established Feb. 14, 2023
The 2 locations in the same Higashi Ward work together
Case study of 「4649経理代行」 released:株式会社EPコンサルティングサービス cuts bookkeeping draft time by about 95%
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4649株式会社 has published a case study of its AI-powered accounting BPO service, 「4649経理代行」, featuring 株式会社EPコンサルティングサービス (EPCS). EPCS used the service for 2 projects: fixed-asset classification and monthly bookkeeping. It cut monthly bookkeeping draft time from 30–35 hours per month to 1.5 hours, a reduction of about 95%. Work on fixed-asset classification can also now be completed about 1 week earlier.
Facts
For monthly bookkeeping, draft work was cut from 30–35 hours per month to 1.5 hours, a reduction of about 95%
Even staff with 4–5 years of experience spent 30–35 hours each month on draft work
Draft work was cut from 30–35 hours per month to 1.5 hours, a reduction of about 95%
The work can now be completed about 1 week earlier than before
In about 1/3 of the trials, the team confirmed delivery speed and accuracy suitable for practical use
Creating a hummingbird's fluttering wings from more than 250 metal parts: BLDB begins sales of TECHING's 「DM350」 mechanical hummingbird assembly kit
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BLDB（ビルディングブロック）, an online store specializing in metal models operated by 碩輝網絡貿易有限公司, has begun selling TECHING's metal assembly kit, 「DM350 Mechanical Hummingbird」. The mechanical model is assembled from more than 250 metal parts, and its wings and body move together via a built-in motor, gears, and linkage mechanism. The assembled model measures approximately 18×20×25cm and features an operating-speed adjustment knob, a green LED, and sound effects.
Facts
Number of parts: more than 250
Estimated assembly time: approximately 2 hours or more
What does it take to be a reporter for a real estate news outlet? 2 current Rakumachi Shimbun reporters to answer questions online at an event on 10/15
【Sakai, Fukui Prefecture】The “mysterious lion-head legend” of Oshima: a thousand-year connection with the foothills of Hakusan
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On September 13, the 2nd session of the special history class series “Ajima Kingdom” was held at Ryusho Museum in Mikuni, Sakai, Fukui Prefecture. Norihisa Matsumura, chief priest of 大湊神社, and Masahiro Kasamatsu, director of 龍翔博物館, explained the “lion-head legend” passed down on Oshima. The approximately 60 participants showed deep interest as speakers shared details of the fabled Shishi-watashi ritual, said to have been held in alternating years between Oshima and Shimamura at the foot of Hakusan (present-day Kuwajima, Hakusan), for more than a thousand years from the Asuka period through the Sengoku period. They also discussed how the ritual came to an end before the Edo period and the evidence for it in related old documents, place names and children’s songs.
Facts
Original飛鳥時代から戦国時代まで約１千年余りも雄島と白山麓との村とで１年交代で行われていた
The roots of a settlement in the foothills of Hakusan, about 100 kilometers upstream on foot from the mouth of the Kuzuryu River, lie on Oshima (Ajima).
The 2nd session was held on September 13 at 龍翔博物館 in Mikuni, the same city.
About 60 people attended that day.
A 4-part series.
The 2nd session followed the 1st session, “The World of Ajima Dialect,” held on June 14.
The mikoshi procession is still held from March 19 to 21.
This estate has a yield of more than three thousand seven hundred koku.
The mikoshi makes its rounds from Ajima through the ten villages in the shrine estate over 2 days.
It seems that various ceremonies were held over roughly 10 days, with the area around present-day Jingaoka serving as the setting.
There were once 7 households whose priests oversaw the shrine’s affairs.
It is a historic shrine said to be 1 of the 126 shrines in Echizen Province.
大湊神社 is said to have been founded around 650, during the Hakuchi era of the Asuka period.
It is said that an imperial envoy was dispatched on February 20, 701, and the shrine estate was granted to the shrine.
Bunmei 8 corresponds to 1476, during the Muromachi period.
This was in Genna 7 (1621).
Original江戸時代後期の天保３(1830)年ごろまでは、子どもたちが海に「むかって
The area was submerged by the construction of the Tedori River Dam after the war (Showa 54).
There was a magazine called “Jogeishinrai” (乗鯨神来), which his father, Tadashi, had been publishing for about 17 years.
A legend says that Kyōzen Tōkurō, who came from Kyoto, opened up the village during the Yoro era (717–724), in the Nara period.
Nexon announced that it has signed a partnership agreement with Chernin Entertainment, the film and television division of The North Road Company, to adapt ARC Raiders® and THE FINALS®, developed by Embark Studios, for film and television. Chernin Entertainment will serve as lead producer and expand both titles into transmedia experiences.
Facts
Recorded a peak of 250,000 concurrent players on Steam on its launch day
Within 2 weeks of launch, peak concurrent users across all platforms exceeded 700,000
Global cumulative sales have exceeded 16 million copies
Cumulative registered users surpassed 30 million within 3 years of launch
It currently has more than 300 game creators
It offers more than 40 games for PC, console and mobile in more than 190 countries and regions
It offers games for PC, console and mobile in more than 190 countries and regions
Since its launch in October 2025
In 2026, it became part of Mediawan, a leading independent studio based in Paris
It was founded by Peter Chernin in 2022
Companies mentioned：株式会社ネクソン、Chernin Entertainment、チェルニン・エンターテインメント、The North Road Company、ノース・ロード・カンパニー、Embark Studios、Mediawan、Netflix、Apple TV+、Fox
株式会社ダイニングエッジ acquires operating rights to “THE OYSTER MANS Monzennakacho,” opening October 6 (Tuesday)
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株式会社ダイニングエッジ has taken over the business of “Osashimi Center Ichinosan THE OYSTER MANS” from 株式会社スタイルスグループ and acquired the store’s operating rights effective October 1, 2026. The store will be renamed “THE OYSTER MANS Monzennakacho” and will begin operating on October 6 of the same year. The store concept, menu and employees, including the manager, will be retained.
Facts
Effective date of business transfer: October 1, 2026 (Thursday)
Date we begin operations: October 6, 2026 (Tuesday)
We operate a total of 12 stores
Dining Edge has operated more than 10 restaurants to date
“THE OYSTER MANS,” which opened in 2015
Established: October 2020
We have held repeated discussions with the Dining Edge management team, including President Oikawa, for about six months
OPTIUM, a planning DX solution provided by 株式会社ALGO ARTIS, has been selected for the operation planning work of 神戸市バス, operated by 神戸市交通局, and will be used starting October 1, 2026. AI will jointly optimize service schedules and driver duties, with reductions of 22% in deadhead mileage and 45% in annual overtime hours projected.
Facts
Estimates indicate that deadhead mileage can be reduced by 22% and drivers’ annual overtime hours by 45%
It operates 86 routes in the city
Original1日約15.8万人が利用するなど
Deadhead travel accounts for about 27% of total mileage*
Hejhome, a Korean smart-home brand with 1.75 million cumulative members, launches full-scale operations in Japan
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株式会社GOQORO began the full-scale Japanese rollout of Hejhome, a Korean IoT and smart-home brand, on October 6, 2026. Its first product, the “6-in-1 Smart Remote Control Hub,” went on sale through Amazon and the official online store. For 7 days, from October 13 to 19, it will be offered at a special promotional price of 4,890 yen (tax included, approximately 30% off). The Korean-origin brand has 1.75 million cumulative members and plans to launch a home camera in Japan before the end of the year.
Facts
1.75 million cumulative members (as of September 28, 2026)
On October 6, 2026 (Tuesday), we began the full-scale Japanese rollout of the Korean IoT and smart-home brand Hejhome.
Compatible with more than 20,000 types of home appliances, including products from major domestic manufacturers.
Automatically turn on the air conditioner when the room temperature reaches 30°C
Automatically turn on the air conditioner when you come within 300 m of your home
Regular price: 6,990 yen (tax included)
Sale price: 4,890 yen (tax included / approximately 30% off the regular price)
We plan to sell it for 4,890 yen (tax included), approximately 30% off the regular price.
Period: 7 days, from Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026, to Monday, Oct. 19
Color a flower, and it blooms in the Minecraft world. A hands-on booth for children at the National Greenery and Flower Fair Katsushika saw approximately 140 flowers bloom over 2 days
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株式会社セカンドラボ exhibited a hands-on booth for children, “Make the Future Bloom with Minecraft,” at the National Greenery and Flower Fair Katsushika, hosted by 葛飾区. Children colored flowers using a dedicated app and watched them bloom in the Minecraft world; approximately 140 flowers bloomed over 2 days.
Facts
Approximately 140 flowers bloomed over 2 days
May 31: approximately 34; June 7: approximately 107
Original1人あたり10〜15分、予約不要
4 computers
Outdoor tent booth (3.6 m wide × 1.8 m deep)
1 power outlet (1,500 W)
Programming classes for 3rd- and 4th-grade elementary school students (111 participants)
Supporting social participation by people in their 10s. The “Halloween Festival: Autumn Open-Air Library,” to be held on October 31, is an event themed around books where children and adults in 西宮市 can enjoy themselves together.
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NPO法人こどもサポートステーション・たねとしずく announced that it will hold the “Halloween Festival: Autumn Open-Air Library” at Rokutanshi Minami Park in 西宮市 on October 31, 2025. The event, where children and adults can enjoy themselves together, will feature book-themed “Take-One Bookshelf” and “Open-Air Library” activities, as well as youth-run stalls and stage performances. It aims to encourage social participation by people in their 10s and create places where they can feel at home. Supported by 西宮市.
Facts
Approximately 1,500 young people use the service each year.
There are 36 children’s cafeterias, but
Currently, 16 of the 41 school districts do not have a children’s cafeteria.
3 years since the youth center opened
Our organization has operated a youth center since 2023
At the September 2025 session of the 西宮市 assembly, a question was also raised about establishing a youth center.
Date and time: Saturday, October 31, 2026, 13:00–17:00 (canceled in case of rain)
Hold light in your hands and feel the city. Workshop to make lanterns with illustrator Natsu Yamaguchi to be held at TOM DIXON TOKYO
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株式会社アトリエ・エトワール announced that it will hold “Promenade de Lumière — Hold light in your hands and feel the city,” a lantern-making workshop with illustrator Natsu Yamaguchi, at TOM DIXON TOKYO on October 18, 2026. Using Gifu lanterns, the workshop is for children aged 5–12, with 10 participants per session, and is free.
From the No. 0 location experiment to new-build design—ADDReC’s integratedly produced experimental apartment hotel “Sumu Asakusa South” to open in Minami-Asakusa on October 10
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“Sumu Asakusa South,” the first newly built property in ADDReC’s experimental apartment hotel “Sumu” series, will open at 3-chome Kotobuki, Taito-ku, on October 10, 2026. The 17-room Living Lab-style accommodation facility incorporates, from the design stage, lessons from the experiments at “Sumu Ueno East,” the No. 0 location.
Facts
The official website will launch on October 1, Thursday, and reservations will be accepted starting on the 5th, Monday.
The No. 0 location, “Sumu Ueno East,” is an experimental property that opened in February 2026 in an existing building in Higashiueno.
“Sumu Asakusa South” is a newly built property with 10 floors above ground and 17 rooms.
ADDReC is collaborating with カルチュア・コンビニエンス・クラブ株式会社 (CCC), which operates Tsutaya Bookstore and Tsutaya Electrics.
“Sumu Craft Lab KYOTO 2026” received applications from 65 traditional craft businesses centered in Kyoto and selected 8.
The chairs and tables inside the facility include deadstock furniture from a long-established furniture maker in Asahikawa, Hokkaido, which closed in May 2026.
株式会社４Ｘ establishes its mission and vision; completely revamps its corporate website as part of the initiative
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株式会社４Ｘ announced that, against the backdrop of business growth in the brand marketing sector, it has established its “Mission and Vision” and completely revamped its corporate website. About 1 year after the integration of 4 companies in October 2025, the company formalized its mission, “Creating a world where trusted brands continue to grow,” and its vision, “An organization entrusted with the more difficult challenges.” It has redefined “trust” as the source of brand value in the AI era and positioned itself as a “brand marketing company.” As a member of 朝日新聞グループ, it underscored its commitment to providing consistent support, from strategy design through implementation, based on real information from the field.
Facts
The company was established in October 2025 through the integration of 4 companies with distinct identities.
Over about 1 year since the launch of a temporary website at the time of integration, we discussed what our company values and what kind of organization we aim to be
5-3-2 Tsukiji, Chuo-ku, Tokyo; 9th floor, New Building, Asahi Shimbun Tokyo Headquarters
Autumn issue feature: “Learning Again as a Working Adult”; Sendai-based business media outlet “Sendai BIZ+” publishes its issue on October 6
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株式会社河北新報社 published the 2026 autumn issue of “Sendai BIZ+ (Sendai Biz Plus),” a free paper for businesspeople in the Sendai area, on October 6. The feature is “Learning Again as a Working Adult.” In the opening “Dialog” interview, Akemi Kato, president of 鐘崎, and Naoyuki Ito, president of WIDEFOOD (肉のいとう), appear. The two-page “Focus” feature includes interviews with 3 people studying at graduate schools and professional schools, along with survey results. Approximately 290,000 copies will be distributed through inserts in the 河北新報 morning edition, door-to-door delivery along subway lines, station stands, and businesses.
Facts
Publication date: Tuesday, October 6, 2026
The autumn issue has a circulation of approximately 290,000 copies
16 pages
Inserts in the 河北新報 morning edition (approximately 212,000 copies)
Door-to-door distribution along Sendai City Subway lines (approximately 70,000 copies)
Placement at JR and Sendai City Subway station stands (8,000 copies)
Corporate distribution (approximately 3,000 copies)
The summer ２０２６ issue was delivered to approximately ２６０ companies, with approximately ４０００ copies.
Delivery: 4 times a year (February, April, July and October)
Corporate distribution is accepted in lots of １０ copies.
An item to prepare for the “¥5,000 fine for riding a bicycle while holding an umbrella”: Easily slip it on over a backpack or outerwear. EXCITECH raincoat makes its debut
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株式会社Extage will launch a raincoat on October 6, 2026, under its Excitech（エキサイテック） brand, designed to be easy to wear over a backpack or thick outerwear. It features fabric with a hydrostatic head of at least 30,000mm, a double-layer clear brim and cuffs, a three-dimensional center gusset, and an angled zipper. Priced at 3,990 yen (tax included), it will be sold on Amazon, 楽天市場 and Yahoo!ショッピング. The company is seeking sales partners as the fine for riding a bicycle while holding an umbrella is set to rise to 5,000 yen.
Facts
A 5,000-yen fine is stipulated for riding a bicycle while holding an umbrella
The fabric used in this product is made from material with a hydrostatic head of at least 30,000mm
Water resistance: 31290mm (fabric test value under JIS L 1092 Method B)
Grand opening on the 7th floor of 日本橋三越本店! Permanent stores for Atelier Choux and Martin Aranda, popular for stylish baby items
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株式会社バケーション has grand-opened VACATION, a permanent store featuring French brand AtelierChoux and Spanish brand MartinAranda, on the 7th floor of the main building at 日本橋三越本店. The store sells swaddles, bibs, baby clothes and more made with organically certified organic cotton.
Facts
Date and time: From September 30, 2026 (Wednesday)
日本橋三越本店 Main Building, 7F
More than ２０ designs.
Swaddling blanket: approximately 96 cm × 96 cm
Bib: approximately 29 × 21 cm
MartinAranda is a Spanish brand with a 61-year history and a royal warrant
GOTS-certified, 100% organic cotton
Hours: 10:00-19:00 (closed in accordance with the department store schedule)
【MATECH】Launch of “PowerCube 20000 Semi-Solid-State Battery Model,” a world-class compact 20,000mAh, up to 45W portable battery equipped with a less flammable semi-solid-state battery
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MATECH株式会社 has launched the “PowerCube 20000 45W (Semi-Solid-State Battery Model),” a world-class compact portable battery with a capacity of 20,000mAh and output of up to 45W, equipped with the less flammable “SemiCore™” semi-solid-state battery. A 20% points-back sale is running on Amazon.co.jp through October 11, 2026 (9,990 yen including tax, equivalent to an effective price of 7,992 yen).
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High-capacity 20,000mAh portable battery
Model with output of up to 45W
Price: ¥9,990 (tax included)
Effective price after points: equivalent to 7,992 yen
20% Amazon points back (1,998 points)
Sale offering 20% back in points
Finished at approximately 316g
Weight: approximately 316g
Approximately 87.4×31.8×64.5mm
Volume: approximately 179.3cm³
Approximately 28% smaller
Approximately 12% lighter
Typical 20,000mAh model (approximately 250cm³, approximately 360g)
1,860 accidents were reported over the 5-year period from 2020 to 2024
Approximately 85% of them were fire-related accidents
Portable batteries accounted for the largest number, at 441 cases
iPhone 17: approximately 3.5 charges
Can charge a Galaxy S24 approximately 3.0 times
20,000mAh (3.85V／77Wh)
USB-A output: up to 22.5W
Multiple simultaneous outputs: up to 20W total
Capital: 30 million yen
When the temperature exceeds a certain level, the safety protection function limits output to 30W
【札幌農学校】New “第2農場チーズケーキ” now on sale. Made with a generous 43％ Hokkaido cream cheese. A moist, smooth cheesecake crafted to bring out the cheese’s natural flavor
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
札幌農学校（北海道コンフェクトグループ株式会社）has launched the new “第2農場チーズケーキ.” Made with 43％ Hokkaido cream cheese, this shelf-stable cheesecake is crafted for a moist, smooth texture. It will be available for advance sale at the ANA FESTA Chitose Lobby Store on October 15, 2026, and will go on sale from November 1 at the Factory Store, stores inside New Chitose Airport and the official online shop.
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Made with 43％ Hokkaido cream cheese
3-piece box: 1,296 yen (tax included)
6-piece box: 2,592 yen (tax included)
■Best-before period: 50 days
【Advance sale】From October 15 (Thursday): ANA FESTA Chitose Lobby Store
From November 1 (Sunday): 札幌農学校 New Chitose Airport Factory Store
Since its launch in 2005, with certification from 北海道大学
丸文株式会社 announced that it will hold a free web seminar on October 20 (Tuesday) titled “Power Supply Basics: Evaluating Power Supply ICs.” The seminar will explain the measurements and methods required to evaluate step-down power supply ICs, using measurement waveforms and highlighting points to note.
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Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 14:00～15:00 (60 minutes)
New Japanese whisky in the Kakejiku Series by The Plinius, limited to 160 bottles: teaser site goes live today!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社ロイヤルマイル’s private bottler brand “Kakejiku Series by The Plinius” will begin online sales on October 30, 2026, of a new Japanese whisky private bottling limited to 160 bottles. Ahead of the launch, it has published a teaser site and begun accepting requests for advance announcement emails. The limited-edition bottle is a single cask, aged for 4 years, with an alcohol content of 50.3％.
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This release is limited to 160 bottles.
One piece of information being revealed in advance is the alcohol content of 50.3％.
A story born from a single cask and 4 years of time.
Release date: Friday, October 30, 2026
It began in 2022. The spirit went into a single cask
Total followers have surpassed 1.2 million.
To date, visited nearly 100 distilleries in Japan and abroad.
Has served as a judge and chairman of the competition for 6 consecutive years.
[同朋大学] A joint project with 南知多ビーチランド! Using science to examine the “soothing differences” between dolphins and seals; an event where visitors can experience them firsthand
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Details of the “Therapy Experience Event Through Interacting With Living Creatures,” jointly hosted by 同朋大学 (Nakamura Ward, Nagoya) and 南知多ビーチランド on Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026. Associate Professor Kawatari Kaya of the university’s Faculty of Social Welfare will present research findings on the different soothing effects dolphins and seals have on people (dolphins = active soothing / energy-recharging type; seals = calm soothing / relaxation type). Participants can experience changes in their minds and bodies while interacting with the animals. Participation is limited to the first 15 applicants for each session.
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Saturday, October 10, 2026
12:45～ Explanation of changes in the mind through interacting with living creatures
14:10～ Demonstration and experience with dolphins
15:00～ Demonstration and experience with seals
(For those wishing to participate in each session; first 15 applicants)
The much-loved folding bed “WABINE-わびね-,” praised for the comfort of natural bamboo and its Japanese-modern design, is now available in a long-awaited semi-double size! It offers plenty of room for a comfortable night’s sleep and folds compactly when not in use.
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株式会社エムール began selling a semi-double size of its natural bamboo folding slatted bed “WABINE-わびね-” on Oct. 5, 2026. The new size follows the single size and measures 195 cm × 120 cm, has a load capacity of approximately 200 kg, and costs 35,000 yen (tax included). Made with natural bamboo known for its antibacterial and moisture-regulating properties, it features an added central rail and center leg for greater stability. It arrives fully assembled and ready to use. It can be tried at the EMOOR Experience Showroom Aoyama.
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Sales of the “Natural Bamboo Folding Slatted Bed WABINE-侘寝- Semi-Double Size (hereafter, wabine)” began on Oct. 5, 2026.
Price: ¥35,000 (tax included)
In regular use: approx. 195 cm deep × 120 cm wide × 35 cm high