https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 523 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 210 items from 8 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/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222964https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222964Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSunshine City (Ikebukuro, Tokyo) will host 5 admission-free food events under the autumn theme of “autumn appetite”: the Hokkaido Fair, the Harvest Festival of the Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Festival, the Nippon National Products Exhibition, Islander 2026, and Egg Festival in Tokyo 2026. Limited-time autumn menu items will also be available at Tenbou Park CAFE, along with an “Oimo & Chestnut Menu Fair” at the specialty store complex Alpa and Sky Restaurants. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222972https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222972Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:06:05 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社LIPが展開するペットトータルヘルスケアブランド「PET LINK MORE（ペットリンクモア）」が、希少成分「AKK菌（アッカーマンシア・ムシニフィラ）」を1パッケージあたり3,750億個配合した犬猫用ダイエットサプリ『ダイエットサプリ カロリーセーブ＆代謝サポート（AKK菌配合）』を2026年10月5日に新発売。獣医師監修のもと、食物繊維による満腹感サポートとAKK菌による腸内環境への働きかけで、ペットにストレスをかけない体重管理を実現する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222973https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222973Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:05:48 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社イードは、同社運営の速度計測サービス「RBB SPEED TEST」の2026年8月分ログ（82,298計測）を集計し、10G回線サービスにおける下り速度ランキングを発表。ソニーネットワークコミュニケーションズの「NURO 光 10ギガ」がマンション向け平均623.93Mbps、戸建て478.71Mbpsで1位・2位を独占し、中央値でも他サービスを大きく引き離した。広域展開するキャリア系は平均と中央値の乖離が大きく、典型的なユーザー体感が平均値より低い傾向もみられた。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222974https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222974Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:05:27 +0900JapanPR TIMESリフリード株式会社は、マーケティング職に特化した転職エージェントサービス「Be Marketer Career〈ビーマーケターキャリア〉」を2026年10月6日に開始した。Be Marketerブランド3つ目のサービスであり、これまでのスクール・副業支援事業で培った知見を活かし、正社員転職支援を行う。1,800件の求人と1,815名のマーケターとの接点を背景に、ミスマッチ防止とキャリア整理を支援する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222975https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222975Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:03:36 +0900JapanPR TIMESMitsubishi Kakoki and KADOKAWA DREAMS have signed a partnership agreement to jointly create a sustainable future, revitalize local communities and share information, with Kawasaki City as their base. Mitsubishi Kakoki will become an official sponsor of KADOKAWA DREAMS, while KADOKAWA DREAMS will participate in the KAWASAKI SOUL decarbonization project promoted by Mitsubishi Kakoki. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222976https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222976Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:02:48 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人機密情報抹消事業者協会 (KJMJK) will hold its FY2026 Confidential Data Erasure Seminar at Tokyo Women's Plaza on November 26, 2026, on the theme of “Data Security Measures in the Supply Chain.” Professor Eiji Kuwana, president of 情報セキュリティ大学院大学, will give a lecture. The seminar is free to attend, with capacity limited to 70 people on a first-come, first-served basis. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222977https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222977Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:01:59 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社林檎堂 launched apple pies from its candied apple specialty shop, Rिंगो堂, in spring 2026 and expanded from 4 locations in Kumamoto Prefecture to 13 locations across 3 prefectures—Fukuoka, Kumamoto and Gifu—in 4 months. The pies are also planned for introduction in Okinawa Prefecture. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222978https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222978Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:01:16 +0900JapanPR TIMESフェンダーミュージック株式会社は、Telecaster®とPrecision Bass®の誕生75周年を記念するスペシャルライブ「Fender x Billboard Live TOKYO presents THE NIGHT OF TELE® & P-BASS® 〜The 75th ANNIVERSARY〜」を追加公演含め2026年11月9日・10日の2日間、Billboard Live TOKYOで開催。亀田誠治率いるスペシャルバンドに加え、長岡亮介、橋本絵莉子、MIYAVI、緑黄色社会の長屋晴子と穴見真吾、曽我部恵一ら豪華ゲストアーティストの出演が決定した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222979https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222979Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:33 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ピクセルは、Steam/PlayStation5向けゲーム『アンシェリアントリガー』のエンディングテーマ「Believe」を森川美穂さんの歌唱で公開。Steam版は2026年12月10日、PS5版は2027年発売予定。森川美穂さんのNew Album『Roots and Wings』は2026年10月21日発売予定で、「Believe」は新曲として収録される。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222980https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222980Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:15 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社河出書房新社が、2026年10月6日に河出文庫の新刊9点を発売。安堂ホセ『迷彩色の男』、金井美恵子『小春日和』、有吉佐和子『香華』、鮎川哲也編『犬のミステリー傑作選』・『猫のミステリー傑作選』、西岡文彦『わかるダ・ヴィンチ』、吉田東伍『維新史八講』、スティーヴン・キング『ファイアスターター』上下巻を全国の書店で発売する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222981https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222981Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:12 +0900JapanPR TIMESKRAFTON began accepting pre-orders on 2026年10月6日 for the download-only Nintendo Switch™2 version of The Ascent Ultimate Edition, a cyberpunk action-shooter RPG developed by its subsidiary Neon Giant. The worldwide simultaneous launch is set for 2026年12月3日, and the pre-order price is 3,150 yen, 10% off the regular price of 3,500 yen. A legacy patch is also scheduled for release on Nov. 19 for PC, XBOX, and PlayStation. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222982https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222982Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:07 +0900JapanPR TIMESOTAGROUP株式会社 announced that MirraMirra, a partner agency of Mirrativ, its smartphone screen-sharing game-streaming platform, held the “MirraMirra AWARD 2026” at 有楽町マルイ on 2026年8月23日. Takehisa Reiji won MVP. Comments were also released from the other award recipients: Sakata Urin, who reached Star Class S in the shortest time; Takehisa Reiji, who received the awards for the most paid coins and the most cheerleaders; Hisooto Iri, for the longest streaming hours; Reina M. Potest, for the longest time spent circulating among streams; Sakemi-sama, winner of the triple crown at the newcomer event; You, Best Ambassador; and Yochan, Best Supporter. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222983https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222983Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:06 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社タスカジ is running its “Summer Fatigue Reset Campaign” on its housekeeping-matching platform “Taskaji,” offering all users a ¥500-off coupon. The discount applies to one-time requests and new recurring contracts for household tasks involved in getting ready for autumn and winter, such as seasonal clothing changes, bathroom and kitchen cleaning, and make-ahead meals. The reservation application deadline is 23:59 on October 31, 2026, and the service is available in the Kanto and Kansai regions and Fukuoka. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223086https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223086Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES中四国エリア唯一のフェラーリ正規ディーラー「エムオート・イタリア」が創立25周年を記念し、フェラーリのパーソナライゼーションプログラム「Tailor Made」により、岡山の伝統「KATANA」と「DENIM」をテーマにした世界限定各1台の『Ferrari Purosangue』特別モデル2台を2026年10月6日に岡山後楽園で初公開した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223085https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223085Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社エイコーウェルネスは、フォークリフトで農作業機を移動できるアタッチメント「ウルトラつり吉くん（T-1000）」向けに、日農工規格の3点ヒッチ全規格（A-1・A-2・B・S・L形）に対応する新オプション「オールヒッチ対応アタッチメント」を10月に発売する。2026年10月7〜9日に幕張メッセで開催される「第16回 農業WEEK」で初公開される。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223084https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223084Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESOutdoor brand “Hilander（ハイランダー）” from 株式会社ナチュラム will launch 2 high-type products from its lightweight, compact X-FRAME series—a compact high chair and compact high table—on October 16, 2026. Designed for easier sitting and standing, they are suitable for a wide range of settings, including day trips on the road and family camping. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223083https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223083Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社カルテ庫 and GROOVE X株式会社 announced a business partnership and the launch of “KarBo,” a new business combining Karteko’s PHR service “Karteko” with the family robot “LOVOT.” The initiative aims to achieve “health awareness without conscious effort” by using natural interactions with LOVOT as an entry point to collect and analyze health data through sensing and AI. It will first be rolled out in the care sector, with plans to expand to healthcare, corporate wellness, beauty, education, local governments and other fields in the future. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223082https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223082Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESBe-Win株式会社 announced that it will hold “Portable Squash Tour 2026 in Kawasaki Azalea supported by 株式会社レント,” a free squash experience event using an inflatable mobile court, at Sunlight Plaza in the underground Kawasaki Azalea mall, directly connected to JR Kawasaki Station and Keikyu Kawasaki Station, on October 10 (Sat.) and 11 (Sun.), 2026. The event is sponsored by 株式会社レント. Admission is free, for ages 4 and up, and no advance reservation is required. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223081https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223081Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社トーキング announced that it has signed a product licensing agreement with ドムドムハンバーガー, Japan’s first hamburger chain, and will roll out the “Talking about DOMDOM LIFE” collection successively from October to mark ドムドムハンバーガー Day on October 6. The products include original T-shirts, tote bags, bandanas and made-to-order original key chains. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223080https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223080Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESOops WOMB（ウープス ウーム）, an online birth control pill prescription service offered by 株式会社SQUIZ, began offering the ultra-low-dose pill “Droeth Flex combination tablets” on September 29, 2026. The pill can be taken continuously for up to 120 days, reducing the number of periods per year to around 3–4. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223079https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223079Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES東武緑地株式会社（はなうたガーデン－伊東－）、一般社団法人デスフェス、株式会社おはかんりの3者は、2026年9月25日〜27日に東京ビッグサイトで開催された朝日新聞社主催「GOOD LIFE フェア 2026」に「Good Life, Good Death」をコンセプトに共同出展。3日間で約800名がブースを訪れ、うち250名以上が2分間のプレミアム「入棺体験」に参加、約250枚の「花びらポストイット」が貼られた。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223078https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223078Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESウラロジゲームカンパニー, a gaming and specialist-knowledge VTuber agency operated by 株式会社Lighthouse Studio, made its first appearance at Tokyo Game Show 2026 (TGS2026), held at Makuhari Messe from September 17 to 20, 2026. The booth was in Hall 1, booth 01-C12, and featured life-size panels of its 5 talents, large monitors, and live streams. About 9,000 flyers were distributed during the event, and all 500 limited-edition shopping bags were handed out. The booth was designed around the concept of a “business PC” and also hosted a social media posting campaign and a fan-favorite character poll. The newly established VTuber agency, which debuted about 1 month earlier, reports on the results of its first appearance at one of the gaming industry’s largest festivals. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223077https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223077Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社NTTデータ・ビズインテグラル has released a free white paper, “4 Signs That a Core System Renewal Project Is Going Off Track, as Seen in ERP Renewal Support,” outlining 4 signs that ERP and core system renewal projects are going off track and the structural causes behind them. It discusses cases in which actions taken with good intentions—such as prolonged deliberations and difficulties selecting vendors—become the start of a project going off track, and explains the importance of clarifying the objectives of a renewal. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223076https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223076Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESアイケアLaBo, a bodywork clinic specializing in eye-related problems and operated by 株式会社アイケアLaBo, opened 4 new locations in Tochigi, Chiba, Aichi, and Fukuoka in September 2026, bringing its nationwide total to 80. The milestone came about 4 years after the Yoyogi main clinic opened in July 2022 and about 2 years after the franchise rollout began. The company is expanding its network from northern Kanto to Kyushu and, in partnership with 一般社団法人予防眼科協会, aims to make eye care part of everyday life and build a network of 100 locations. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223075https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223075Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社及富 has announced Nambu ironware collaboration products—a skillet and an iron kettle—featuring a design of Oshu City’s official mascot “おうしゅうたろう.” A presentation ceremony for the Oshu mayor and character designer Yoshida Sensha will be held on October 9, 2026. The skillet is scheduled to be sold made to order for ¥22,000 including tax. The iron kettle is not planned for sale. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223074https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223074Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社メイツユニバーサルコンテンツ has announced that it will publish “A Guide to Mölkky for Everyone: Learn the Basics and Improve with This 1 Book,” an introductory guide to the Finnish sport of Mölkky, on October 14, 2026, under the supervision of 一般社団法人日本モルック協会. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223073https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223073Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESチームラボプラネッツ TOKYO DMM.com in Toyosu, Tokyo, has unveiled “Mass of Waves,” a new work that invites visitors to use their bodies to enter a soft sculpture. “When You Stand in the Flow, a Vortex Is Born” and “A Fleeting Crystal Waterfall” have also been enhanced. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223072https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223072Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESS.T. Dupont Japan is launching the “Iconic” collection, which inherits the aesthetic of the legendary “Bogey” bag made for actor Humphrey Bogart in 1947. Combining durable canvas with leather and metal details, the collection includes a travel bag (¥156,200), messenger bag (¥117,700) and backpack (¥139,700), available at directly operated stores nationwide and the official online store. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223071https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223071Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESBeyondge株式会社 will support UX design for “WaoPad,” a next-generation ordering system for restaurants developed by SBWorks, a consolidated subsidiary of Trailhead Global Holdings (securities code: 3358), and accelerate the full-scale implementation of AI features. WaoPad will begin rolling out to Trailhead Group restaurants in October 2026 and will be the first practical initiative under the “Digital Food Tech Strategy,” launched by 3 companies in May 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223070https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223070Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES佐々木興業株式会社 announced that it will introduce Dolby Vision+Atmos to the premium theater “BESTIA (Theater 12)” at シネマサンシャイン三郷 and reopen it on October 6, 2026, as “BESTIA IN Dolby Vision+Atmos.” This is the first installation of Dolby Vision+Atmos in a theater’s own PLF (premium large format) in Japan. A preview event will be held on October 5, with President Takehiko Sasaki and Takuya Ozaki of Dolby Japan speaking. Dolby Vision reproduces images with a contrast ratio of 1 million to 1, while Dolby Atmos delivers immersive sound using up to 128 sound objects. More than 930 titles are available in the format. The surcharge is 400 yen in addition to the regular ticket price. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223069https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223069Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社医学書院 announced that it will publish “Event-Centered Medicine: Techniques for Skillfully Addressing Patients’ Experiences,” edited by Seiji Bito (special deputy director for general medicine promotion at 医療法人財団慈生会 野村病院), in August 2026. A book for doctors, nurses and pharmacists, it presents a methodology for reframing clinical problems that cannot be resolved with evidence, guidelines or empathy alone by viewing patients’ experiences as “events.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223061https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223061Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社フォレストアドベンチャー announced that it will co-host “Pokapoka Marche 2026” with ぽかぽかキャンプ on October 18, 2026, at フォレストアドベンチャー・フジ in 富士河口湖町, Yamanashi Prefecture. The event will offer a variety of forest-based activities that everyone can enjoy, with or without disabilities, including zip slide and outdoor wheelchair experiences and craft activities. Guide dogs and therapy dogs are also expected to participate. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223060https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223060Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESMiletos株式会社 announced that it has begun integrating transaction data from corporate cards issued by アメリカン・エキスプレス・インターナショナル, Inc. with “SAPPHIRE Expense Management,” its AI-powered expense management SaaS. Automatic imports of card transaction details and AI-powered matching and checks help reduce data-entry workloads, streamline accounting and approval processes, and strengthen internal controls. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223059https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223059Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES日本介護事業株式会社が、フランチャイズブランド「だんらんの家」の広報誌『だんらん日和』9月号を発刊。特集では「だんらんの家 豊島園」（東京都練馬区）の後藤管理者にインタビューし、地域からの信頼構築の歩みや、コロナ禍に立ち上げた「第2地区介護事業所連絡会」（約30事業所参加）、平均介護度3を超える利用者への「NOと言わないサービス」のこだわり、一人ひとりの得意を活かした10名チームづくりなどについて語っている。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223058https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223058Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESStudy Hub, an employment support Type B provider operated by 日本介護事業株式会社, will co-host a joint training conference for support organizations on general employment with WellsTech株式会社 (GIF-TECH's) and 合同会社size (クリエイティブセンターsize). The hybrid event will run for 3 days: 2 days online from October 12 to 13, 2026, and 1 day in person in Ikebukuro, Tokyo, on October 23. Admission is free. It is aimed at new employees of employment support facilities and others, with capacity for approximately 20–30 participants. The event was planned as a forum for sharing knowledge about support for general employment across facilities. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223057https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223057Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESノーベル製菓株式会社 will begin airing its new TV commercial, “The Prince of White Cows: Oreno Milk,” featuring Muro Tsuyoshi as a butler, nationwide on October 1, 2026. Muro makes a lavish appearance as the butler for just a few seconds. In addition, 4 new web commercials will be released from October 6. The ads promote the milk candy “俺のミルクキャンデー” as “ノーベル製菓’s greatest masterpiece” with “a whole different level of richness.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223056https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223056Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESAWL株式会社 has been selected for 経済産業省 and 中小企業庁’s Growth-Oriented Support for Research and Development by Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises and Others (Go-Tech Program), and received a grant decision dated August 6, 2026. The research and development of an AI agent system using edge AI to ensure autonomous safety at manufacturing sites will be carried out by a consortium including Tohoku University, DENSO Hokkaido, Toyota Auto Body, Kikuchi Food Industry, and TV Hokkaido. The 3-year project will run from its kickoff in September 2026 through March 2029. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223055https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223055Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESNTTデータグループ、川崎重工、伊藤忠エネクスの3社は、東京都の「脱炭素燃料活用における事業化促進支援事業」に採択され、NTTデータグループが保有する東京都内のデータセンターの非常用ガスタービン発電設備で、次世代バイオ燃料HVO（Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil）を活用した実証を2026年9月から2028年3月まで実施する。国内データセンターの非常用ガスタービン発電設備におけるHVO使用実証は日本初。既存設備でScope1の温室効果ガス排出量削減手法の確立をめざす。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223054https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223054Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社LDKプロジェクト will speak at Rental Housing Fair 2026 Osaka, to be held at INTEX Osaka on November 26, 2026. It will hold a free seminar explaining how to achieve returns exceeding 50% through rural resort minpaku rentals. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223053https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223053Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESAltiri Chiba, a men’s professional basketball club in the B.LEAGUE, will use “CLUTCH,” a new song written for the team by 4-piece instrumental band QOOPIE, as the timeout music at its home games during the 2026-27 season. The song will be available on major music streaming services from Wednesday, October 21. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223052https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223052Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESキヤノンシステムアンドサポート株式会社 (Canon S&S) will add the “Makasete IT Management Roadmap Service” and the “Makasete IT Management Navigation Service” to its “Makasete IT BX Series,” which supports sustainable management at small and medium-sized businesses, and begin offering them on October 6, 2026. Through discussions with certified management consultants and business management advisers, the services help business owners and successors put their aspirations and values into words, clarify management challenges, define their vision for the future, and make decisions related to business succession. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223051https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223051Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESアメリカン・エキスプレス・インターナショナルは、IDA財団との協働で実施する「アメリカン・エキスプレス 飲食店応援プログラム」が5周年を迎えたと発表。今年は世界9か国15都市（新たにイタリアが加わり）100店舗超の飲食店に総額150万米ドル超の支援を提供予定。日本では東京・大阪・札幌・福岡の10店舗に対し、1店舗あたり230万円（総額2,300万円）を支給。応募締切は11月17日(火)13:59。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223050https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223050Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESドクターメイト株式会社 announced that it will expand the service area for its “Nighttime Dispatch Option” for nursing care facilities starting February 1, 2027. Nurses from partner medical institutions travel to facilities at night to provide medical care and accompany residents during emergency transport. The service area will expand to a wider area of Kanagawa Prefecture, including Yokohama. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223049https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223049Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESCarbon EX株式会社 has registered its first J-Credit project to generate credits through the installation of high-efficiency boilers as a program-type project called the “Carbon EX J-Credit Generation Consortium (Boiler Installation).” As the project owner, the company aims to aggregate CO2 reduction activities by small businesses nationwide and obtain J-Credit certification and generate credits. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223048https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223048Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESスカパーＪＳＡＴ株式会社 has released on YouTube a video of Battery’s visit to Oisix Niigata Albirex BC, the 4th installment of the “Activity Project 2026” featuring the SkyPerfecTV! Professional Baseball Ambassadors. The video includes interviews with pitcher Katsuki Matayoshi and CBO Masumi Kuwata, as well as an introduction to the stadium food. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223047https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223047Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESフェアフィールド・バイ・マリオット 道の駅プロジェクト, operated by Sekisui House Hotel Management, will team up with the Kyotamba winery Tamba Wine to host a one-night-only Christmas dinner on December 19, 2026, featuring winter ingredients from Kyotamba, including Kyoto duck®, game meat and Japanese Black wagyu, paired with 4 wines. This experiential event is exclusively for guests staying at フェアフィールド・バイ・マリオット・京都京丹波 and is limited to 12 people. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223046https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223046Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社radiko’s official character ラジまる made its first entry in the popular vote event “Yuru Verse 2026” (formerly the Yuru-Chara Grand Prix), finishing with 10,615 points and ranking 48th. Personalities from 59 programs across 35 stations nationwide became “ラジまる Ambassadors” and took part in promotional activities. The campaign also featured the LINE OpenChat ラジまる応援団 for connecting with fans and the sale of 9 new types of merchandise. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223045https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223045Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES小野建株式会社’s Gifu Sales Office (formerly Mino Sales Office) hosted 3 local junior high school students from Kani, Gifu Prefecture, for a workplace experience program for the 3rd consecutive year. Over 2 days, the students experienced a company briefing, a factory tour, cutting steel with a plasma cutting machine, and removing burrs and finishing products. Yoshiteru Ito, head of the Mino Sales Office, shared comments on the initiative’s contribution to helping students better understand work. The office was renamed from “Mino Sales Office” to “Gifu Sales Office” effective October 1. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223044https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223044Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESPierre, the specialty restaurant at インターコンチネンタルホテル大阪, has been selected for Luxury Lifestyle Awards’ “TOP100 Restaurants of the World for 2026.” The award comes in a landmark year in which the restaurant has been featured in the ミシュランガイド Kyoto and Osaka for 10 consecutive years. The team, led by head chef Hitotaka Shibahara, was recognized for its culinary experience featuring carefully selected ingredients and French techniques, along with personalized service. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223043https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223043Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESヨコハマ グランド インターコンチネンタル ホテル will offer its Amaou Afternoon Tea, featuring the Fukuoka-grown branded strawberry Amaou, at the Marine Blue Lounge & Bar on the 2nd floor from December 1, 2026 to February 28, 2027. Amaou strawberries are used in every sweet, including verrines, Paris-Brest, mousse and tarts. A Christmas version served with stollen will also be available on December 24 and 25. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223042https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223042Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESMarriott Bonvoy, マリオット・インターナショナル’s travel program, has unveiled its largest-ever collection of “Marriott Bonvoy Moments” as an official partner of the 2027 Australian Open. The program offers more than 250 experience packages and 120 “Summer of Tennis” packages in Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Hobart and Perth. It will also feature an in-person opportunity to meet young tennis player Alex Eala and a “1-Point Drop” program that allows members to enter with 1 point. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223041https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223041Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESシビレ株式会社 announced that it will hold a talk event on October 21, inviting 2 guests who moved to Sanjo City and do work they love, under the concept of “OFF TOKYO,” which promotes a way of life that is not tied to Tokyo. They will share their stories of finding a way of working that suits them. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223040https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223040Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESヨコハマ グランド インターコンチネンタル ホテル announced that it will offer special Christmas menus at 5 restaurants and lounges from December 19 to 25, 2026, during the Christmas season. The venues are the French restaurant Azure, PIER21 MUSIC CAFE & BAR, Marine Blue Lounge & Bar, Ocean Terrace Buffet Dining, and the Chinese restaurant Karyu (驊騮). https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223039https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223039Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESQUICKCAMP, the outdoor brand operated by 株式会社YOCABITO, has begun offering its best-selling “car-camping mattress” and “carry wagon” as hometown tax donation gifts from 岐阜市, Gifu Prefecture. The products will be available from September 2026 through portal sites including Rakuten Ichiba, Amazon, Furusato Choice and Furunavi. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223038https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223038Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESNECネクサソリューションズ has launched “Conversational Voice AI Agent Powered by DEN.Ai,” an automated call-answering service that uses generative AI to provide natural phone responses. The service builds DEN.Ai, an AI phone support service offered by ディコーディングエックス, in a cloud environment managed by NECネクサソリューションズ. It supports tasks such as initial call handling, gathering information about callers’ needs, transcription and summarization, and visualizing response status, helping reduce the workload and improve the efficiency of phone support operations. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223037https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223037Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe sweets brand “toroa（トロア）,” operated by 株式会社フードクリエイティブファクトリー, will begin selling 2 varieties of its “Mini Gift Box,” each containing a selection of 3 types of cookies from its popular “Chocolate-Loaded Cookie Tin” and “Chocolate-Loaded Cookie Tin with Earl Grey.” The products won the Best Mail-Order Awards 2022 Overall No. 1 award and were inducted into the Hall of Fame after winning awards for 3 consecutive years. Sales begin October 3 (Sat.) on the brand’s official online shop. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223036https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223036Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ルミッション will begin offering its “Fixed-Cost Optimization Checklist” free of charge to small and midsize business owners on October 6, 2026. Rather than simply cutting expenses, the checklist organizes fixed costs from 6 perspectives: keep, reduce, review contracts, replace, discontinue and increase investment. It aims to balance profits with future growth. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223035https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223035Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTD SYNNEX株式会社 announced that it has signed a distribution agreement in Japan with AccuKnox Inc., which provides a zero-trust security platform for AI and cloud-native environments, and will begin handling AccuKnox products as Japan’s first distributor. Through its domestic sales partner network, the company will offer security solutions that comprehensively protect AI models, data, cloud environments and Kubernetes infrastructure—the assets requiring protection in the age of AI agents. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223034https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223034Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe hamburger restaurant びっくりドンキー, operated by 株式会社アレフ, will begin limited-time sales on October 7, 2026 (Wed.), of its seasonal house-brewed “Framboise Red” (a sparkling alcoholic beverage with 4% alcohol), the nonalcoholic “Donkey Free (Framboise),” and “Crispy Fried Squid.” Framboise Red is brewed at the company’s brewery in Otaru, Hokkaido, and features the fruity aroma and sweet-and-tart flavor of raspberries. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223033https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223033Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社リンク has launched a bounce email analysis feature for its “ベアメール 迷惑メールスコアリング” service, which diagnoses and monitors email health. The feature consolidates and analyzes bounce emails generated by MA, CRM, email delivery services and in-house systems, visualizing when and why delivery failures occur. It is available as a paid option. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223032https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223032Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESSCENTMATIC株式会社 has introduced the AI sommelier “KAORIUM for Sake & Wine” at “群馬いろは,” operated by Takasaki Terminal Building. The company says the AI recommends local sake from Gunma Prefecture based on flavor keywords, mood and brewery, then guides customers smoothly to a purchase with a “store map.” SCENTMATIC plans to use the service to promote the appeal of the region. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223031https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223031Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Excellent Care Company Club (ECC Club), an cross-industry consortium working to support employees balancing work and caregiving, whose secretariat is operated by 株式会社チェンジウェーブグループ, will hold ECC Conference 2026 on November 6, 2026. The 5th cohort includes 24 companies and 40 participants. In response to the challenge that “simply providing systems and information does not lead employees to take action,” 4 working groups have examined “4 perspectives for prompting action.” The conference will present approaches to reaching employees who have not yet faced caregiving, as well as structural challenges such as information failing to reach employees or prompt action, and recommendations for companies. It will also unveil for the first time the results of a corporate survey focused on employees who have not yet faced caregiving. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223030https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223030Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe hot-spring facility おふろcafé かりんの湯, operated by 株式会社ザファーム, will distribute a LINE coupon called “Sawara Grand Festival Thank-You Discount” from October 9–12, a period of 4 days, offering adults who take part in the Sawara Grand Festival Autumn Festival, held October 9–11, 2026, admission to the all-day course for 1,000 yen. The coupon is valid through October 30 (not valid on October 31, a special-rate day). https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223029https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223029Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社N・I, which is expanding its direct-from-producer sourcing, observed pole-and-line yellowtail fishing in Naruto, Tokushima Prefecture, on September 19, 2026. The head chef of “北海道海鮮 にほんいち 本町店,” Konishi, joined fisherman Nishigami aboard his boat and learned about the fishing process, leading to an agreement for direct dealings with Nishigami. The report describes how the fishing is guided by the Naruto Strait’s currents and mountain scenery, and how yellowtail caught by pole and line and ikejime-treated will be shipped directly to the Honmachi restaurant. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223028https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223028Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESパシフィックリーグマーケティング株式会社は、リーグ公式動画配信サービス「パーソル パ・リーグTV」で、パーソル CS パ期間中のファーストステージ第1戦（10月10日）とファイナルステージ第1戦（10月14日）にて、ホーム球団・ビジター球団のOBによる応援解説の副音声企画を実施する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223027https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223027Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESぺんてるを展開するアストラム株式会社が、なめらかな書き味のシャープペンシル替芯「Pentel Ain（ぺんてるアイン）」の新カラーとして白ケースを2026年10月23日（金）より全国の文具取扱店で順次発売開始すると発表。既存の黒ケースに加え白を基調としたシンプルなケースを追加し、0.3と0.5の芯径でHB・B・2Bの3硬度を展開、単品価格は各220円（税込）、3個パックは各660円（税込）。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223026Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESKodansha branded film “LIGHT HOLE,” produced with the participation of 株式会社ギークピクチュアズ, won gold in the Animation (Stop-motion) category at the international advertising awards shots Awards Asia Pacific 2026. The film uses manuscripts from more than 100 works published by Kodansha and employs full stop-motion animation, with each sheet of paper turned into a three-dimensional form by hand. It expresses the value of “making things by hand” in the digital age. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223025https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223025Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESEmployees of ハウスコム株式会社 volunteered at the “Sainokuni Fureai Sports Festival 2026,” held on October 3, 2026, at Kumagaya Sports and Culture Park in Kumagaya, Saitama Prefecture. They helped run reception and a wheelchair rugby trial session, while athlete employees at the company’s booth hosted soccer and volleyball activities. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223024https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223024Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アクティオ announced that it will support the 68th Japan Swimming Championships (25 m), to be held from October 10 to October 12, 2026, at SAGA Aqua in SAGA Sunrise Park, Saga, Saga Prefecture, as an official sponsor of the Japanese national swimming team. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223023https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223023Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社TENTIAL, which operates the conditioning brand TENTIAL, surveyed 5,000 men and women aged 20–60 nationwide on sleep and next-day condition. The survey found that 46.1% of respondents felt tired immediately after waking on weekdays, more than immediately after returning home (27.2%) or in the late afternoon, around 16:00–18:00 (23.1%), indicating that sleep is not adequately serving as a time for recovery. As many as 35.7% faced challenges in improving their sleep. Those who maintained 1–2 personal routines reported greater sleep satisfaction (44.2% vs. 39.2%) and higher daytime activity efficiency than those who practiced 3 or more routines. By region, Shikoku had the lowest sleep satisfaction (32.1%), while Kyushu and Okinawa had the highest (43.5%). The company is proposing a “sleep conditioning routine” and launching “TENTIAL Conditioning Week 2026.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223022https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223022Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アノマリー announced that it will hold the KIDS TOHOKU qualifying event in the Tohoku region on October 12 and November 23, 2026, as a KIDS division qualifier for DANCEALIVE 2027. The top 2 competitors in cumulative points in each region and 2 WILDCARD entrants will advance to the final. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223021https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223021Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESイケア・ジャパン株式会社 will begin rolling out its Christmas collections “VINTERFINT,” “STRÅLA” and “VINTERSAGA” on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at イケア stores nationwide, the IKEA online store and the IKEA app. Designed for everything from time spent with family and friends to relaxing in your own way, the collections are presented in two styles: Scandinavian folklore and happy carnival. New items include playful ornaments featuring hot dogs and soft-serve ice cream, as well as artificial trees, gift bags and paper decorations. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223020https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223020Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ＦＣＥ（証券コード：9564）は、株式会社サイバーエージェントが手がけるプロダンスチーム「CyberAgent Legit」のプラチナスポンサーに今シーズンも就任した。2023年以来4年目の継続支援で、D.LEAGUE史上初の完全優勝を達成した同チームとの取り組みを通じて、若年層へのブランド認知向上と採用力強化を図る。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223019https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223019Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESGROOVE X and Karutekko have formed a business alliance, and the family robot LOVOT will be used in Karutekko's new KarBo business. Combining LOVOT's facial recognition technology with Karutekko's PHR service Karuteko, AI and sensing technology, the initiative aims to promote “unconscious health,” beginning in the nursing care sector. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223018https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223018Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESMedical supplies manufacturer ダイヤ工業株式会社 will begin full-scale sales of the “Matsudaira-Style Pelvic Belt,” co-developed with back pain specialist Hiroshi Matsudaira, director of テーラーメイド腰のクリニック, to businesses on October 1, 2026. The product addresses management challenges such as back pain, workplace accidents and employee turnover arising from labor shortages and an aging workforce at logistics, manufacturing, nursing care and construction sites. In addition to the belt itself, video content is provided on understanding the concept of “back-pain debt®,” “Kore Dake Exercises®” and “Harimune PuriKetsu.” The price is ¥11,000 (tax included). https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223017https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223017Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社BUZZ GROUP will hold a special workshop exclusively for men aged 14–25 in Naha, Okinawa, on October 18, 2026, with KAITA, leader of the dance crew RHT., as guest instructor. The participation fee is ¥3,000, payable in cash on the day. Individual guidance on auditions for a new boy group will also be provided at the event. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223016https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223016Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTeclast's newly released P35 tablet (10-inch, Android 16, T7200 8-core CPU) will be available for ¥10,500, 34% off its regular price of ¥15,900, during a limited-time sale from October 6 to October 12 when using the discount code “P35TECLAST.” It features 1280×800 resolution, Widevine L1 support, 16GB memory + 32GB storage (expandable up to 1TB) and a 6000mAh battery. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223015https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223015Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESNippon Steel Kowa Real Estate and 株式会社SANU opened “SANU 2nd Home Awaji Island 1st” in Awaji, Hyogo Prefecture, on October 1, 2026. The first newly developed location in the Kansai area, it is a nature-integrated multi-location living service consisting of 7 buildings (5 Medium and 2 Large) featuring the “RAY” architectural model designed by 芦沢啓治建築設計事務所. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223014https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223014Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESVALX株式会社 announced that it will hold a “Muscle Clean-Up” event in cooperation with Shibuya City on Halloween, Oct. 31, 2026, around Shibuya Center-Gai. Participants will collect litter while carrying VALX-branded sorting and recycling boxes on their backs. Participation is free, and the application deadline is Oct. 12. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223013https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223013Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アルペンは、プライベートブランド「Alpen Outdoors」より、公式オンラインストアでの先行販売時に即日完売を記録した新作「アルミユニットテーブル+72」を、2026年10月9日（金）より全国のスポーツデポ・アルペンおよびアルペンアウトドアーズ各店舗にて販売開始する。デュオサイズで新構造のメインフレームにより既存モデル「アルミユニットテーブル88」の1/2に収納可能で、4mm単位で高さ調節可能な独立脚を採用。同日より拡張オプションパーツ3種（アルミスライド天板、アルミスライド天板ハーフ、拡張キッチンラック）も発売する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223012https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223012Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社翔泳社 will make every page of the popular book “How Managers Can Build the Best Teams Through Performance Reviews: From ‘A Place to Evaluate’ to ‘A Place to Grow Together’” (by Masanao Kawauchi) available free on the web publication HRzine for a limited period from Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026, to Monday, Oct. 12. Readers must register as HRzine members and subscribe to its email newsletter. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223011https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223011Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe women’s fashion brand anana（アナナ） has introduced “CEREMONY STYLE（セレモニースタイル）” as its new Fall 2026 collection. The collection offers polished clothing for grown-ups that can be worn for family milestones such as Shichi-Go-San, preschool and school graduations, and school and preschool entrance ceremonies, as well as in everyday life. 6 items, including a lace-hem lantern jacket and a bonded cocoon skirt, are now available through the official online shop. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223010https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223010Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESブルーベル・ジャパン株式会社 announced that it will launch エリー サーブ’s fragrance “Le Parfum Absolu Eau de Parfum” on Oct. 7, 2026. Arriving 15 years after the original “Le Parfum Eau de Parfum,” launched in 2011, the new fragrance is a floral amber scent that evokes the warmth of amber-colored light. It comes in 2 sizes, 50mL (¥19,580) and 90mL (¥25,410). To mark the launch, customers who spend at least ¥19,580, including tax, will receive an original pouch while supplies last. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223009https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223009Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社NTTドコモ and 北海道上ノ国町 announced that they will conduct a joint field trial in the town from Oct. 6, 2026, through Nov. 30, 2026, for bear control. The trial will use a system developed by DOCOMO that remotely monitors electric-fence voltage and automatically isolates sections with electrical leakage. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223008https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223008Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Cake.jp will hold its pop-up store “Classic Picture Book Cookie Tin Selection by Cake.jp,” featuring original cookie tins created in collaboration with picture books, for the first time at the limited-time shop in the food zone on the 1st floor of アミュプラザくまもと for 9 days, from Tuesday, Oct. 6, to Wednesday, Oct. 14. The lineup includes 14 products (¥3,564 each, tax included) inspired by popular picture books such as Nontan, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, Lisa and Gaspard, and Pan Dorobou, as well as the new “Nenaiko Dareda Ramune Tin” (¥1,080, tax included). https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223007https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223007Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アデランス announced that its cultural and entertainment division, スタジオAD, will handle wig production and hair and makeup planning for the play “スリーゴースト,” produced by 株式会社パルコ. The new play by Simon Stephens opens at Tokyo’s PARCO Theater on Oct. 6, with wigs to be used in all performances in Okayama, Osaka, Aichi, Miyazaki and Fukuoka. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223006https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223006Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESアデコ株式会社 announced the results of a survey on “career development and future-ready talent,” conducted among 500 company employees in their 20s to 50s nationwide. The survey found that about 90% had not taken concrete action regarding their future careers, while more than 60% felt they “must not fail.” About 70% had never heard the term “career autonomy,” and about 40% felt “anxious or tired” when thinking about themselves 10 years from now. The survey highlighted workers in a “frozen state”—aware of changes brought by the spread of AI but unable to take action—and identified the development of “future-ready talent” able to adapt flexibly to change as a challenge. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223005https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223005Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESアコー announced that it will hold 2026 Halloween events at hotels in Japan (プルマン東京田町, スイスホテル南海大阪, メルキュール札幌, メルキュール福岡宗像リゾート＆スパ and メルキュール横須賀). A variety of events will be offered, including limited-edition gourmet treats combining autumn flavors with playful presentation, a DJ lounge, dance events and a haunted-house-style cocktail show. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223004https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223004Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン announced that it has revamped its soup pasta lineup and will begin rolling out “Get Hooked on Soup: Tomato Soup Pasta with Stretchy Cheese” at Seven-Eleven stores nationwide, excluding some regions, starting Oct. 13 (Tue.). The product combines tomato-based soup with cheese that “stretches” when heated in a microwave. The price, including tax, is 645.84 yen. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223003https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223003Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESA soft sculpture called “Mass of Waves,” into which visitors’ feet sink as they walk, has been unveiled at teamLab Planets TOKYO DMM.com in Toyosu, Tokyo. The sculpture is structured so that the bodies of individuals influence one another through it, while countless lights flow from higher to lower points along its constantly changing form. The work joins the Soft Black Hole series and can be experienced during its run from July 7, 2018 through the end of 2027. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223002https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223002Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESホーリンラブブックス, operated by 株式会社TORICO, is holding a campaign to celebrate the release of both volumes of Yui Amano’s “Mystery Detective: Dragon and Tiger.” Prizes featuring a handwritten signature and the recipient’s name will be awarded by lottery to customers whose purchases are shipped during the eligible period. Prizes are either a color proof or a reproduced original illustration. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223001https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223001Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社movが運営する「訪日ラボ」「口コミコム」が、独自に選出した名古屋のラーメン店320店舗に対する2026年3月1日～9月29日の口コミデータ（計11,129件、うち外国語口コミ2,082件）を分析し、『インバウンド人気飲食店ランキング［名古屋×ラーメン編］』TOP10を発表。1位は7か月で外国語口コミ257件を集めた「麺屋 華山」だった。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223000https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3223000Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES森永乳業は、「アサイーボウル＆ヨーグルト Powered by 森永アロエ 2個パック」を10月13日（火）より全国にて新発売。好評につき2個パックが新登場し、1個（80g）あたり46kcal、脂肪ゼロタイプ。2026年4月に発売した第1弾商品は当初計画を上回り、発売から約1か月で累計出荷個数50万個を突破した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222999https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222999Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESKirin Beverage will launch “Kirin Namacha Aged” nationwide on Oct. 13, 2026, as part of the “Kirin Namacha” brand. On the same day, it will revamp “Kirin Namacha Roasted Green Tea” and launch “Kirin Namacha Caffeine-Free.” The products use some “rested and prepared tea leaves,” stored at low temperatures for six months to 2 years, to offer a rich aroma and deep umami and body. The lineup also includes a caffeine-free product with 0g of caffeine, achieved through Kirin’s proprietary “Caffeine Clear Process,” as the company seeks to energize the unsweetened tea market. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222998https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222998Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社栄光 will hold “2027 New School Year Information Sessions” in October and November 2026 at its schools across Tokyo for parents of students in grades 2–5 aiming for metropolitan Tokyo public integrated middle and high schools. The sessions will cover the overview of entrance exams for these schools and the trends and preparation strategies for each school's aptitude tests. E-style’s pass rate for 2026 was 44.7% (general pass rate: 30.1%). Each session is limited to 10 people, and the application deadline is 4 days before each session. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222997https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222997Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe new-design store 『ほっともっと 甲南山手森南町店』, part of the takeaway bento chain ほっともっと operated by 株式会社プレナス, will open in Higashinada Ward, Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, on Oct. 2 (Friday). The store is themed “Making Japan’s bento fun!” and features a facade highlighting the brand’s signature red color and an “rice” mark. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222996https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222996Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESHamee株式会社’s mobile accessories brand iFace (アイフェイス) has launched a semi-solid-state mobile battery in its new SafePaq (セーフパック) series and appointed the idol group iLiFE! (アイライフ) as its ambassador. The product will go on presale at iFace Harajuku Store on Oct. 10, with general sales beginning on Oct. 14 on the official website and at variety stores and electronics retailers nationwide. The lineup comprises 2 models, with capacities of 5000mAh and 10000mAh, available in 16 colors and featuring semi-solid-state lithium-ion batteries that passed a nail penetration test. To mark the launch, 18 purchasers of eligible products will be selected to receive a battery signed by iLiFE! members, and original acrylic keychains will also be given away while supplies last. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222995https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222995Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社扶桑社 announced that it will publish the first “urban legends × spirituality” book by Koyakky, an urban legend YouTuber with more than 2.5 million subscribers: “My Life Was Turned Upside Down by an Onmyoji, but My Financial Luck Soared,” on Oct. 13, 2026. The new paperback, priced at ¥1,760 (tax included), recounts his experience of a dramatic rise in financial luck after meeting an Onmyoji and offers a unique perspective on the “law of attraction.” ISBN: 978-4594103811. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222994https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222994Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESVoice actor Rina Endo’s 1st photo book, “MOMENT,” went on sale on Oct. 6. Photographed in Okinawa, it was edited and produced by 声優グランプリ. An e-book edition, various retailer-exclusive editions, and autograph-signing events will also be available. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222993https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261006-12/index-en-p3.html#n3222993Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESLecturer Hisashi Nakano of the Department of Health Data Science at 新潟医療福祉大学 and Lecturer Takehiro Shiigi of 山口大学医学部附属病院 used MRI data from the breast cancer clinical trial I-SPY2 (739 cases of HER2-negative breast cancer) to show that “which data was used for evaluation” is important when assessing medical AI performance. They divided the data into 370 cases for model development and 369 cases for independent evaluation. While no clear additional improvement in performance was confirmed from adding MRI-derived information, apparent performance increased in all 12 comparisons when the same data was used for both. The research findings were published in the Journal of Imaging Informatics in Medicine on September 29, 2026.