https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 1121 items from 7 sources; Taiwan, 122 items from 10 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220743https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220743Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220742https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220742Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESBCL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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220741https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220741Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220740https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220740Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESMAXWIN, 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220739https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220739Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220738https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220738Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES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). https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220737https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220737Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220736https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220736Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220735https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220735Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESBOOK 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220734https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220734Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220733https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220733Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESG LION GROUPが運営する国立音楽院が、12歳で世界最年少でバークリー音楽大学に合格した古里愛氏を招いた「トーク＆ライブ」とバークリー音楽大学の入学説明会を2026年11月2日に東京校で開催。参加費無料、定員40名。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220732https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220732Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アイスマイリーは2026年10月30日に「使われない生成AIをゼロにする！プロセス再設計×人材育成で実現する全社定着」と題した無料ウェビナーを開催する。株式会社kickflowとSBモバイルサービス株式会社が登壇し、AIと人の業務切り分けや現場定着の工夫、助成金活用の研修施策、AIエージェント活用事例について解説する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220731https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220731Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe 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). https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220730https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220730Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe “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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220729https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220729Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESエース株式会社が、旅の達人・竹内海南江さんとの共同開発ブランド「カナナプロジェクト」より、エシカルな軽量バッグ「カナナモノグラム3」の秋冬限定色“テラコッタ”新色を発売。直営店、オンラインストア、全国の主要百貨店・専門店にて順次展開開始。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220728https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220728Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES大日本印刷株式会社（DNP）は、液体紙容器向けの「DNP易開栓キャップ」に不正開封検知機能（タンパーエビデント）を追加した新製品「DNP易開栓キャップ（タンパーエビデントタイプ）」を開発し、2027年1月に提供開始すると発表した。開封時にリング状のタンパーエビデントバンドが分離して残ることで目視で改ざんを確認でき、シュリンクフィルムが不要となりプラスチック使用量を削減できる。1.8L容器で約3g、900ml容器で約1.9gのシュリンクフィルムを削減。2030年度までに累計10億円の売上を目指し、2026年10月のTOKYO PACK 2026で展示予定。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220727https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220727Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社徳間書店が徳間文庫の10月新刊3点を2026年10月9日（金）に発売。鳴神響一氏『湘南機動鑑識隊 朝比奈小雪 海路の果て』（880円・288P）、樋口明雄氏『南アルプス山岳救助隊Ｋ－９ 創られた誤算』（924円・296P）、吉田篤弘氏『それでも世界は回っている １』（880円・240P）の3作品で、いずれも人気シリーズの書下し最新作。シリーズ最終巻や累計12万部突破のロングセラー関連作など内容が公開されている。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220726https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220726Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220725https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220725Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220724https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220724Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220723https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220723Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES博報堂が運営するビジネスポータル「BIZ GARAGE」が、AIショッピングをテーマにした無料ウェビナーをオンライン開催。博報堂買物研究所による「買物AI未活用層70人に対する3週間の実利用調査」の分析結果を基に、AIが購買行動の「選び方」を変える現状や、エージェンティックコマース時代に企業が進むべき体験設計のヒントを解説する。開催日は2026年10月15日と11月24日の2回、いずれも事前登録制。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220722https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220722Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220721https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220721Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESChiba 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220720https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220720Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESA 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220719https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220719Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESAMERICAN 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220718https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220718Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220717https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220717Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220716https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220716Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220715https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220715Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESAccording 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220714https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220714Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220713https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220713Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES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.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220712https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220712Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESClean 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220711https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220711Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ファンケルは、10月10日の「目の愛護デー」に合わせ、アイケアブランド「えんきん」の最上位商品「えんきんプレミアム」と、西新宿を象徴するパブリックアート《新宿の目》を活用した屋外広告を、2026年10月6日（火）から10月12日（月）までJR新宿駅東口ルミネエスト壁面サイネージで展開。また10月10日（土）には《新宿の目》を特別点灯し、現代人の目のケアの必要性を伝える。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220710https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220710Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220709https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220709Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESPixio, 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220708https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220708Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES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). https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220707https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220707Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESMoMA 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220706https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220706Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220705https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220705Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES軽井沢星野エリアの和食カジュアルダイニング「村民食堂」は、2026年11月1日〜26日の期間限定で、しなの鉄道観光列車「ろくもん」とえちごトキめきリゾート「雪月花」相互乗り入れ特別号（10月25日運行・予約即日満席）の食体験を再現した「和牛のよくばりひつまぶし秋限定セット」（5,800円・税込）と「長野・新潟の地酒2種と酒肴のペアリングセット」（1,200円・税込）を店舗で特別販売する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220704https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220704Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESファミリーマートが、中国・四国地方の約1,200店舗を対象に、おむすび・弁当などの定温便配送を2026年10月6日納品分から1日3便体制から2便体制へ変更すると発表した。物流効率化により年間走行距離を約520万km削減(約30%減)、トラック運行を約140運行削減(35%減)し、食品ロスとCO2排出量の削減を図る。地域の特性に合わせたチルド弁当・冷凍弁当の販売も開始する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220703https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220703Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESHappinet 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220702https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220702Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES日本国憲法展運営委員会は、シリーズ第4回目となる「日本国憲法展2026」を2026年11月4日～11月29日に、東京の「無人島プロダクション」と「青山｜目黒」の2会場で開催すると発表。早稲田大学教授グレッグ・ドボルザーク氏とインディペンデントキュレーターの小野賢氏がキュレーターを務め、世界最高峰のアートフェア「アートバーゼル」と提携する「アートウィーク東京」に初参加する。憲法の理想と現実の不均衡を「シェルター」と「スウェットショップ」の2テーマで問い直す。2027年1月には京都精華大学でサテライト展も開催予定。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220701https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220701Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESGEORGE'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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220700https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220700Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社NEXER Groupと高級腕時計正規販売店「HARADA」が、腕時計購入経験者450名を対象に「腕時計選びの失敗・後悔と相談したかったこと」に関するアンケートを実施。20.4%が失敗・後悔を経験しており、原因1位は「その場の勢いで即決してしまった（43.5%）」。また42.4%が「購入前にもっと相談しておけばよかった」と回答した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220699https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220699Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社NEXER Groupが株式会社笹倉スポーツ社と共同で、全国の男女500名を対象に実施した「サッカーユニフォーム購入時の価値判断」に関するアンケート調査の結果発表。購入したいタイプは「オリジナルデザイン」が44.0％で最多、69.4％が「お気に入りの1着を長く着たい」と回答。購入をためらう最大の理由は「価格が高い」が57.4％、安心して選べる情報では「実際の着用イメージ」が26.6％で最多となった。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220698https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220698Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220689https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220689Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESResults 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%).” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220688https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220688Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220687https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220687Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES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%. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220686https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220686Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ニュー・オータニが運営するホテルニューオータニ大阪が、2027年の新年を祝う『祝膳 おせち料理「極み重2027」』を2026年10月1日から12月21日までの事前予約制で販売。総料理長・小出裕之監修のもと和・洋・中の名匠が技を競い、伊勢海老・鮑・黒毛和牛などの最高級食材を使用した六段重（254,880円）をはじめ、和風二段「雅」から極み重五段・六段まで全11種類のバリエーションを用意。12月31日にホテルまたはヤマト運輸クール宅急便でお届け。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220685https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220685Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESABEMA 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220684https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220684Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES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). https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220683https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220683Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESイオングループのオリジン東秀株式会社は、中華料理店「れんげ食堂Toshu」の新店舗「れんげ食堂Toshu 五反田TOC店」を2026年10月9日（金）に東京都品川区西五反田にオープンする。ランチや餃子・ラーメン・チャーハン、定食・セットメニュー、生ビールなどのアルコール類を提供し、テイクアウトにも対応。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220682https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220682Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220681https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220681Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES『ノラガミ』のあだちとかによる3年ぶりの新作『やどやのお犬さま』が、2026年10月6日発売の「月刊少年マガジン11月号」（講談社刊）にて連載開始。90年代を舞台にしたノスタルジックな王道少年漫画で、巻頭カラーでスタート。新連載を記念し、月マガ基地にて『ノラガミ』『アライブ-最終進化的少年-』各1〜5巻が無料配信されるキャンペーンも実施される。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220680https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220680Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220679https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220679Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220554https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220554Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:59:29 +0900JapanPR TIMES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). https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220555https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220555Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:59:00 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220556https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220556Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:58:07 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220557https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220557Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:56:30 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220558https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220558Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:55:17 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220559https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220559Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:55:09 +0900JapanPR TIMESBAR 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). https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220560https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220560Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:55:06 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220561https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220561Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:52:15 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220562https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220562Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:52:10 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220563https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220563Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:52:04 +0900JapanPR TIMESRX 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220569https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220569Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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). https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220568https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220568Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220567https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220567Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220566https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220566Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESウェルネスダイニング株式会社が全国の25歳～65歳の男女300名を対象に実施した「食欲の秋に関するアンケート」結果の発表。約7割（70.7％）が「おいしい旬の食べ物」と連想する一方、秋の旬の食材を「積極的に」食卓に取り入れている人はわずか17.0％にとどまった。秋の食生活の悩みとしては「食べ過ぎによる体重増加」（35.7％）、「旬の食材のレパートリー不足」（21.0％）が上位に挙がり、関心はあるが献立に落とし込めていない実態が明らかに。好きな秋の食材1位は「さんま」（58.7％）、2位は「きのこ類」（54.7％）だった。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220565https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220565Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般財団法人日本規格協会が、2026年10月29日に『企業のためのAIガバナンス実践ガイドブック 各部門の役割との連携のポイント―ISO/IEC 42001対応』を発行することを発表。AIマネジメントシステム（AIMS）の構築法を基礎から運用まで解説した実践書で、ISO/IEC 42001（JIS Q 42001）の条文解説やリスクアセスメント、内部監査までを網羅。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220564https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220564Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESKodansha 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220570https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220570Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:48:12 +0900JapanPR TIMES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Ⓡ. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220369https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220369Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:41:08 +0900JapanPR TIMESアシードビバレッジプラス株式会社は、食事と一緒に楽しむ食中酒として、静岡県産「天空の抹茶®」を使用した新商品「天空の抹茶ハイ」を10月6日に新発売する。煎茶には一番茶を100％使用し、37℃の超低温抽出で甘みと旨みを引き出したRTD商品。希望小売価格は198円（税抜）、容量は335ml。冷やして・常温・温めての3つの温度帯で楽しめる。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220374https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220374Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220373https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220373Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES4649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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220372https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220372Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社レクビィが、2026年10月17日・18日に鳥取県倉吉市で開催される防災イベント「ぼうさいこくたい2026」（第11回防災推進国民大会）に、災害ボランティア用キャンピングカー「PRONTE VVDR」を出展すると発表。VVDRは「衣食寝」すべてに自己完結可能なシャワー付きモデルで、24V電装システム、大容量リチウムイオン電池（7.2kWh）、マイクロバブル水発生器、逆浸透膜フィルター、防水マルチルームなどを搭載し、自治体や医療法人への導入も決定している。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220371https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220371Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESBLDB（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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220370https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220370Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES不動産専門メディア「楽待新聞」を運営する楽待株式会社が、2026年10月15日（木）19:30～20:30に、現役記者2人が取材の裏側を語り質問に答えるオンラインイベント（Zoom、無料）を開催すると発表。登壇者はNHKと時事通信社で記者職を経験した後に楽待へ入社した2人で、参加無料、質問はチャットで受け付ける。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220375https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220375Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:38:53 +0900JapanPR TIMESOn 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220376https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220376Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:32:29 +0900JapanPR TIMESNexon 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220377https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220377Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:31:58 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220378https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220378Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:30:18 +0900JapanPR TIMESOPTIUM, 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220400https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220400Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220399https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220399Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220398https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220398Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESNPO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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220397https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220397Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220396https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220396Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES“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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220395https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220395Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220394https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220394Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES中央開発株式会社は2026年3月10日に創立80周年を迎えたことを機に、同年9月16日にホームページを全面リニューアルした。新サイトは「見えない大地に、見える未来を。」をキャッチコピーに掲げ、地質調査のパイオニアとして国内外のインフラ整備や建設コンサルタント事業、地質DXの推進など、同社の事業内容・技術力・実績をより深く伝える構成となっている。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220393https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220393Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220392https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220392Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220391https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220391Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220390https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220390Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESMATECH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). https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220389https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220389Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:30:01 +0900JapanPR 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220388https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220388Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220387https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220387Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:30:01 +0900JapanPR 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％. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220386https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220386Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESDetails 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220385https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-09/index-en-p10.html#n3220385Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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.